5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3M62HO4M6LXE6?ASIN=0439023521	Engaging.  Brutal, but engaging!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow.  I was barely able to put this book down for a second after the first few pages got me completely hooked.  Suzanne Collins narrative here has an immediacy to it that, when combined with the very dramatic life-or-death plot, is incredibly compelling.  It's entertaining, and incredibly disturbing all at once.  If this was merely a good read, I would have given it 4 stars, but they say great art leaves you changed after you experience it...  and this book definitely did that.  Suzanne Collins has, with one amazing work, propelled herself onto my top shelf.<br/><br/>Parents, caveat emptor!  The storyline is brutal.  Even though the writing is geared for young adults, the main characters are teenagers, there's very little physical romance, and the actual violence would probably count as PG-13 nowadays...  it's probably one of the most terrifying books I've read in a very long time!  Right up there with George R.R. Martin, if not more so.  Remember what we learned from Jaws: you don't actually need to SEE the shark in order for it to be terrifying.  Sometimes not seeing the shark is even worse.<br/><br/>The story is basically about a teenager who is forced to compete in a 24-man-enter-1-man-leaves event.  I don't want to spoil it by saying any more, but if you liked The Running Man, you'll definitely like this.  And if you're young enough that you don't remember The Running Man, nor did you get the Thunderdome reference, then I'm just way too old.  But take an old fogey's advice and read this book.<br/><br/>Amazon, when can I preorder book 2???</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RT4EFDIU1MH4E?ASIN=0439023521	Game on!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Clearly <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Gregor/dp/0439678137"">Gregor</a> was merely the prelude. Suzanne Collins, you've been holding out on us, missy. As an author we were accustomed to your fun adventures involving a boy, his sister, and a world beneath our world. I think it's fair to say that we weren't really expecting something like The Hunger Games. At least I wasn't. But reading it gave me a horribly familiar feeling. There is a certain strain of book that can hypnotize you into believing that you are in another time and place roughly 2.3 seconds after you put that book down. <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Life-As-We-Knew-It/dp/0152061541"">Life As We Knew It</a> by Susan Beth Pfeffer could convince me that there were simply not enough canned goods in my home. And The Hunger Games? Well as I walked down the street I was under the disctinc impression that there were hidden cameras everywhere, charting my progress home. Collins has written a book that is exciting, poignant, thoughtful, and breathtaking by turns. It ascends to the highest forms of the science fiction genre and will create all new fans for the writer. One of the best books of the 2008 year.<br/><br/>Life in District 12 isn't easy for Katniss and her family. Ever since her father died the girl has spent her time saving her mother and little sister Prim from starvation by hunting on forbidden land. But worst of all is reaping day. Once a year the government chooses two children from each of the twelve districts to compete against one another in a live and televised reality show. Twenty-four kids and teens enter, and only one survives. When Prim's name is called, Katniss exchanges herself without hesitation to compete alongside the baker's boy Peeta. To survive in this game you need to win the heart of your audience, and so District 12's trainers come up with a plan. Why not make it as if Peeta and Katniss were in love with one another? But in a game where only one person can live, Katniss will have to use all her brains, wits, and instincts to determine who to trust and how to outwit the game's creators.<br/><br/>I described the plot of this book to my husband, particularly the part where Katniss and Peeta fake being in love to gain the audience's approval and the very first thing he said was, ""Oh! That's the plot of <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/They-Shoot-Horses-Don-t-They/dp/185242401X"">They Shoot Horses, Don't They?</a>"" Then I mentioned that it took place in the future and that government leaders set up teenagers to fight one another to the death and he said, ""<a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Battle-Royale/dp/1427807531"">Battle Royale</a>"". So sure, there are parts of this plot that have been done before. You could say it's <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Game/dp/B000069HZP"">The Game</a> meets <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Spartacus/dp/0783226039"">Spartacus</a> with some <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Survivor/dp/B0001ZDKXI"">Survivor</a> thrown in for spice. But that's not what makes a book good or bad, is it? Some of the greatest works of literature out there, regardless of the readerships' age, comes about when an author takes overdone or familiar themes and then makes them entirely new through the brilliance of their own writing. Harry Potter wouldn't have been any great shakes if it weren't for Rowling's storytelling. Similarly, Collins takes ideas that have certainly seen the light of day before and concocts an amazingly addictive text. About the time you get to the fifth chapter that ends with a sentence that forces you to read on, you're scratching your head wondering how the heck she DOES that.<br/><br/>Your story often rests on the shoulders of the protagonist. Is this a believable character? Do you root for him or her? Because basically it is a very hard thing to create a ""good"" person on the page that your reader is going to fall in love with. Because we readers know that we are flawed, we are often inclined to side with the similarly flawed people we meet between a book's covers. Katniss, on the other hand, is so good in so many ways. She sacrifices herself for her sister. She tries to save people in the game. But there's almost a jock mentality to her too. Katniss can figure out the puzzles and problems in the game, but when it comes to emotional complexity she's sometimes up a tree. Most remarkable to me was the fact that Katniss could walk around, oblivious to romance, and not bug me. Seriously, nothing gets under my skin faster than heroines who can't see that their fellow fellas are jonesing for them. You just want to bonk the ladies upside the head with a brick or something. The different here is maybe the fact that since Katniss knows that Peeta has to play a part, she uses that excuse (however unconsciously) to justify his seeming affection for her. Thems smart writing.<br/><br/>Oh! And did I mention the dialogue at all? The humor? Yep, there's humor. We're talking about a story where adolescents hunger for blood, and Katniss is getting in lines about her trainers like, ""And then, because it's Effie and she's apparently required by law to say something awful..."" Good stuff. The words pop off the page. And then there's the fact that we're dealing with a dystopian novel where the author has somehow managed to create a believable future. No faux slang here, or casual references to extinct dolphins. There are some animals that were scientifically altered, but you can't have a future without a couple cool details like that, right?<br/><br/>In general, this book throws a big fat wrench into the boy book/girl book view of child/teen literature. People love to characterize books by gender. It stars a boy? Boy book. A girl? Girl book. Now take a long lengthy look at the first book in the Hunger Games Trilogy. It stars a girl... and a boy too. There's a lot of hunting, fighting, and survival... and a lot of romance, kisses, and cool outfits. There's strategy, the world's most fabulous fashion designer, weapons and a girl who knows how to fight. This is not a book that quietly slots into our preconceived stereotypes. And you know what happens to books that span genders? They sell very well indeed. That is, if you can get both boys and girls to read them.<br/><br/>The age range? Well, for most of this story I would have said ten and up. I mean, yeah the basic premise is that a lot of teenagers go around killing one another, and sure there's some romance to deal with, but none of it really seems inappropriate... until a final death scene appears in the book. I won't give any details, but suffice it to say it is gruesome. There are definite horror elements to it as well, so with that in mind I am upping my recommendation to 12 and up. I'm sure that there are 10-year-olds out there who've seen much worse stuff on cable, just as there are 12-year-olds who'll freak out ten pages in. Still, I'm more comfortable recommending it for the older kids rather than the younger. You'll see why.<br/><br/>It occurs to me that there has never been a quintessential futuristic gladiator book for kids. That is undoubtedly the roughest term you can give this book. Now I'm not a person who cries easily when she reads something, particularly something for kids. Yet as I was taking a train to Long Island I found myself tearing up over significant parts of this story. It's good. And it's so ridiculous that a work of science fiction like this could even be so good. You think of futuristic arena tales and your mind instantly sinks to the lowest common denominator. What Collins has done here is set up a series that will sink its teeth into readers. The future of this book will go one of two ways. Either it will remain an unappreciated cult classic for years to come or it will be fully appreciated right from the start and lauded. My money lies with the latter. A contender in its own right.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWS7JDX1CML79?ASIN=0439023521	Compelling premise, but not for the thoughtful reader	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'll be honest and say that I wanted to love this book. I was breathless with excitement when I downloaded it, and couldn't wait to start reading. With the rave reviews coming from almost everywhere I turned, right down to celebrities gushing their love for this series, I went into it with high hopes. The premise sounded fascinating. In fact, I'm pretty sure I turned to my husband and said the plot sounded ""brilliant"" when I first read a synopsis.<br/><br/>Brilliant, it was not. It was interesting, and I strained to stay awake late at night a couple of times just to read a few more pages. But for every moment of excitement, I felt an equal moment of letdown.<br/><br/>Let's face a few facts:<br/><br/>~ The main character, Katniss, is dull. She is thoroughly useful, to be sure, using her skills and determination to hunt outside the Seam to feed her family (and then to outwit opponents in the Hunger Games arena), but there is nothing about her that is riveting or even relatable. She seems almost void of feeling throughout most of the book, tossing aside emotions and flitting from one mental capacity to the next without much notice. I find it hard to believe that any human being could be horrified by the thought of killing their fellow Tribute one moment and then mesmerized by their own beautiful appearance the next. These dissonances make Katniss seem silly and almost irritating at times.<br/><br/>~ The writing style is frustrating. While I am all for the use of fragments to create drama and suspense, they are OVER-used in this book, to a point that is infuriating. I found myself irked within the first few paragraphs. Fragments for dramatic impact are one thing; fragments used repeatedly on every page are just insulting to the reader. I realize this is a young adult book, and I am above the intended audience age by a good decade or so. But even a teenager with average reading skills should find the continuous use of poor grammar to be unacceptable.<br/><br/>~ The premise, as a whole, lacks authenticity. In order to enjoy this book, you MUST accept everything at face value. You must accept that the people of Panem are so resigned to - or, in some cases, so engaged by - the barbarism that is the Hunger Games, they never question it. In fact, in seventy-four years, not even one Tribute has questioned the mandate that they must fight to the death in this arena, until Katniss Everdeen does. Not one parent has stepped forward and tried to stop this horrific massacre from occurring. Suzanne Collins wants you to accept that the Capitol is so powerful, so impenetrable, that the districts of Panem are held under its thumb as if by a powerful drug. And, really, wouldn't they have to be drugged to behave in such a fashion?<br/><br/>Without any expansion on the characters other than Katniss herself (and perhaps Peeta a little bit), the climax of the book does not reach its full potential. I would have liked to see a prologue or any type of flashback to a time before now, to get a more vivid sense of the evil that is the Capitol. The book lacks a tangible, detailed villain. That is my primary complaint. There is something to be said for a mysterious, menacing presence as a villain - as in Stephen King's ""The Stand"", for instance - but even in The Stand, the villain is eventually expanded upon to make him seem more real a threat.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is a good book. It's interesting. It certainly keeps the reader at rapt attention. I think the violence is too much for a young adult novel, but it is also necessary to the premise. I just wish the author had given a little more thought to human nature and not expected her readers to so willingly submit to the plot without question. Perhaps she really believes this is a representation of human nature. Based on the number of rave reviewers who can't seem to find fault with the book in any way, perhaps she is right.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CEGRKX93EP2G?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing novel, major flaw	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">You've got to hand it to Collins: No one can plot a fantasy novel like her. Nobody. She has you not from the first page or the first graf, but the first *word*. She creates believable, likable and riveting characters, ridiculously addictive survival scenarios and a rich world to boot. If you aren't up until 4 a.m. finishing this thing, you're a corpse.<br/><br/>My only problem with this novel also happens to be a very big problem: the overall premise. I'm not spoiling anything by mentioning that the plot involves kids pitted against each other in a giant outdoor slugfest to the death. Again: Kids pitted against each other in a fight to the death. Oh, and it's all on TV. Everyone in this post-apocalyptic world either thinks that's neat, or throws up his or her hands and figures there's nothing that can be done about it.<br/><br/>The author explains this away by creating a world of poverty and hunger; the parents of the young gladiators are so beaten down and afraid of the totalitarian regime that they just hug their kids and shut up and pray, but -- and this is just my opinion -- that's not an effective enough mechanism. It simply doesn't jibe with human nature. Even the starving, terrorized parents of child soldiers in Africa have been known to drag themselves into the bush and track their kids down or die trying. As much as I loved everything else about this book, I can't get past the basic setup. Isn't there one parent out there, one crazy uncle or scrappy rebellious mom, who'd stand up and protest at this amazingly cruel custom? There's not a single voice among the privileged rich in Capital City who might kick up a fuss? I know we're talking about a cruel dictatorship -- and an all-powerful one, at that -- but parental bonds have been known to be very strong things, and I think the author could have done a better job selling us on why the barbarism continues.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WWNRMFOFS2IA?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games - Definitely worth reading!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It took me a while to get to this book because I never saw it out of my two daughters' hands.  They devoured it!  Once I read it, I understood.  This is the second book I have reviewed this month that had a powerful female protagonist (other being 'Graceling').<br/><br/>I found the book to be well written with a fantastic pacing. Their is violence in there, but not so over the top as to be distracting.  Intimate scenes are sparingly written so as not to be too embarassing (something I greatly appreciated as a dad!!) The rage against the system theme is prevalent enough to notice, but not as overbearing as say.... Ayn Rand or Terry Pratchett.<br/><br/>All in all, I highly recommend this book for kids from 12 up.  The ending leads me to believe that this will be a series.  I imagine I will be pre-ordering as soon as it's available.  Congratulation Ms. Collins!!<br/><br/>All the best,<br/><br/>Jay</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZAZ6EVZI89Q?ASIN=0439023521	Violence, some excitement, and little else	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was told for about a year that I just had to read this book.  And it certainly sounded like something that would be up my alley.  I love children's literature and a dystopian future situation is always appealing.  The idea of this book was a classic idea, oppressed society under the thumb of a cruel government.<br/><br/>But it seems that Collins leaves a lot to be desired.<br/><br/>For a book with such intense promise it had a surprising lack of heart and soul.  This should have held a lot more humanity, but instead I was treated to a rather dry battle of kids trying to kill each other and not much else.<br/><br/>How did this happen? For one thing, Collins has yet to master the art of characterization.  These characters were nothing but flat descriptions to whom Collins doesn't even pretend to give personality.  I could tell you absolutely nothing about the nature of anyone.  Even the protagonist Katniss is sadly two-dimensional.  She cares for her sister and she can fight. That was all I took from her.<br/><br/>Then on top of this a romance is forced with zero chemistry. Granted, situations were provided where reasonable romance can come in, but emotion to back it up? Nothing.<br/><br/>The storytelling is weak.  Collins relies far too much on summarizing events to keep the story moving, a bad choice that does ""get on with things"" but misses an opportunity to build world, drama, and characters.  Much of the plot is indeed devoted to the games--which means battle, of course--but that's it.<br/><br/>The writing itself is not bad. It's simple and straight forward, a style I've always liked, but the rest of the necessary components of story and character are missing, so the writing becomes just a dry account of an emotionless story.  The violence is fun, and there were a select few moments that captivated my interest, but that was it.<br/><br/>The sad thing is that ""The Hunger Games"" is not a bad idea at all.  But the delivery was poorly executed.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DFZDIKUPCPKI?ASIN=0439023521	A compelling read, but the sum is < the parts.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">While I will say that I wanted to keep reading, it just is not a great book.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is a mix of Roller Ball, Death Race 2000, and The Running Man.  The plot is well-documented in other reviews.<br/><br/>My issues with the book are few, but are significant enough to justify a two-star rating.<br/><br/>The Ending.  I believe it was too abrupt and almost 'tune in next time for the exciting conclusion of.....' aka 'buy the next book'.  The book lacked complete, or at least adequate, resolution.<br/><br/>The Psychology.  The story centers around children, most being randomly chosen by lottery, who fight to the death in ""The Hunger Games"" as a penalty for a past rebellion against the ruling Capitol.  They are dressed up, trained, and prepped for the spectacle which is broadcast to the nation on television.  Speaking for myself, being placed in this position, I would be in a state of stunned shock - even if the games had become an accepted but despised evil in society, as I'm sure many readers would argue.  The author set the main characters off on psychological tangents, such as admiring how good they looked in their costumes,  how well their interviews went, how good the food was, etc...  Being placed in the same position, did not ring true to me.<br/><br/>The Morality.  The book creates a very strong moral dilemma: ""as an unlucky participant in the Hunger Games, I'm going to have to kill innocent children, like myself, simply to survive"".  The book sets up a horrible situation for the main characters and then, I believe, lets them off too easily.  This is especially annoying when the 'rules' of the Hunger Games are changed (three times!).  I could give many examples, but want to avoid spoilers.<br/><br/>This really is a Young Adult book, which unlike many, will not satisfy the majority of adults (but apparently I'm in the minority).<br/><br/>I will say again, the book was compelling enough for me to look forward to my nightly reading sessions, but has some major flaws.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYEKM6HIHU3D6?ASIN=0439023521	Not as good as the Underlander Chronicles	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I must disagree with the glowing reviews this novel has received.  As much as I loved The Underland Chronicles, I didn't like this one.<br/><br/>First of all, it is written in the present tense. I know authors sometimes do this to give a ""sense of immediacy"", but I'd far rather have the story written compellingly enough not to need to use this crutch.  So, to me it was just an irritating gimmick.<br/><br/>Furthermore, having the protagonist narrate from moment-to-moment stifled character development.  The author tried to work around that problem with some flashbacks, but even those were put in the present tense.  Also, the ending is given away by the fact that it is in first person: the narrator cannot die because she is around to do the narrating.  Perhaps Collins' thought that writing in present tense would solve that weakness of first person narration inevitably revealing that the narrating character cannot die, but I was not able to suspend my disbelief quite that much.<br/><br/>I found the premise to be cliched:  a dystopian society in which coming-of-age rituals have been turned into something sadistic.  While used effectively in ""The Tripod"" trilogy, in this story the device didn't work as well for me.  If the bottom age range of those whose names were placed in hazard were a couple of years older, this might have been more plausible.  But, as it stands, I found that the premise was stretching it.<br/><br/>So, overall this novel was a major disappointment.  I hope that Suzanne Collins' future endeavors will surpass The Underland Chronicles, but for me this wasn't the project that will do so.  Had I not read and loved her previous novels, I would have considered the writer of The Hunger Games to be an amateur.<br/><br/>I will give the novel the small credit it deserves for being just interesting enough to cause me to finish reading it.  However, I won't be reading the future installments in this series.<br/><br/>The one redeeming value of the book was the character Peeta.  I really did like him.  It is too bad that the first person present tense narration so greatly limited Collins' freedom to explore this character.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Q7HM0YAYWQB9?ASIN=0439023521	Underwhelemed, Hoping for More	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Everyone around me has been talking about this book and I finally got a chance to read it.  I burned through it in less than a weekend, but I found myself wanting to like it more than I actually did.  The plot went extremely fast (and normally I read quite slow), but to me there was no depth to the story.  Each revelation the main character had seemed forced to me.  I felt like I was constantly being told this or that fact was important,  or the main character felt this way without the prose actually making me *feel* that way.  It was just too much telling and not enough showing.  Also, the dialogue throughout (epsecially between Peeta and Katniss) felt so stilted and rang very untrue to me.  Often sentences were confusing and sometimes scenes transitioned so quickly it was confusing I had to read over a passage a few times.  (It seemed on more than one occasion that Katniss had spent her last arrow, when in the next scene she was reloading her bow.)  There was even a typo in my copy.<br/><br/>***SPOILERS***<br/><br/>I was expecting a more literary story (i.e. more thematic symbols--more could've been done with the mockingjay pin and the fire symbology, both missed opportunities on Collins's part.  The ending was a pure cop out: more could've been done to push the characters to their absolute limits and examine how far one really would go for survival.  It seems counterintuitive to say so, but there were so many cop outs in this plot, so many ""deus ex machinas"", that I grew frustrated with the believability of the plot.  Just when things seemed to get really juicy, the diffcult option was removed from Katniss's (and Peeta's) choice of options--every time she was in a position to have to kill a character she cared about, some outside force came in and killed them off.  (Rue, Thresh, Foxface.  Even Cato's death was more of a mercy killing.)  Imagine how profound the story would've been if she had to have allied with Rue and then have been forced to kill her in cold blood later on.  That's exactly what I was expecting when I started reading this book--I couldn't imagine it any other way than that she'd bond with the other children and then be forced to kill them, and then deal with those emotions.  Instead she got off the hook emotionally each time, and the story just felt flat to me because of it.  I really wanted the story to push her to her psychological limits in addition to physical limits.  She just made out too easily for a dystopian story centered around kids killing each other.  If she had been forced to kill Peeta, the story would've had some real weight to it.  (Though I suspect he's been kept alive mostly to set up a love triangle in the next book.)  The ""stay tuned for Book Two!"" ending only added to the frustration.  There is just no comparison to 1984 or The Giver, stories with real emotional weight, philosophical ideas, and more artfully-crafted prose.  I suppose the trend now is to have supposedly ""dark"" stories that are only dark in regards to action and plot, but lack any true psychological weight, and whose characters act coolly under pressure (except for a few obligatory tears) and emerge from the story unscathed in any profound sense.  (Who can forget Winston turning into coward at the end of 1984 and how his character is broken as a result?)<br/><br/>All in all, I feel this book had nothing to say about humanity.  There were glimmers of a theme, especially from the mouth of Peeta when he talks about dying his own terms, and when Katniss makes her first kill--but those themes are dealt with so briefly and then it's back to the action.  Peeta and Katniss feel more superficial towards the end of the story--I can't get any real sense of how they've changed after the Hunger Games, if at all.  We are only told in the exposition that Katniss feels different, but we are never quite shown how.  Same goes throughout the book--we are told some things are significant, but without any backstory, we can't feel how important they are.  Why is Katniss's decorating Rue's body with flowers such an act of defiance?  We are told after the fact that communication between Districts is forbidden.  Had we been told (or better yet, shown) that *beforehand*, the scene would've played differently.  There were just too many examples of events happening, then being told they were important after the fact.  Considering this is a best-seller, I was really surprised at the low quality of the writing style, even in regards to such basic things as scene transitions.  There were also a few elements that just seemed thrown in--like the muttations, that took more away from the story than added to it.  And must every YA book these days be written in first-person present tense?<br/><br/>A real disappointment and missed opportunity.  I really wanted it to be better after all the good things I heard about it.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OBPIXE2G5DX7?ASIN=0439023521	So-so futuristic dystopia for teenage readers	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Don't get me wrong: there is a LOT of good and even excellent science fiction and fantasy in the ""young adult"" (worst age-related euphemism ever) market. I enjoyed William Sleator's books in high school, and Garth Nix's Old Kingdom trilogy is among my favourite fantasy. So I thought this was worth a try, and it was. My overall impression of it was that it's enjoyable, and the plot moves along at a decent pace once it gets started. If you just want some book to kill time this will do. However, there is nothing particularly memorable or ingenious here.<br/><br/>The story is set on the east coast of what is now the United States of America. Presumably this is several hundred years in the future, after a war which has not only destroyed the USA but also cut the survivors off from the rest of the world. Around where Washington, D.C. used to be, there is a city called Panem surrounded by thirteen districts which supply it with food and materials, and are kept under control by Panem's technological superiority. The people in the districts, on the other hand, live in almost mediaeval conditions.<br/><br/>Every year two children are picked from each district and made to fight to the death in a reality TV show called ""The Hunger Games"". The sole survivor's district is showered with food for the rest of the year. Sixteen-year-old Katniss from District 12 is our narrator - the book is written in her voice. It's kind of choppy though, because sometimes the voice flows naturally as if she's telling the story to a friend, and at other times, especially when the writer is describing the world Katniss lives in, it sounds stilted and fake.<br/><br/>As mentioned, the story moves at a decent pace once it gets going. About two-fifths of the page count is spent on Katniss' life at home, her trip to Panem and grooming as a celebrity for the Games. We get a good overview of her world and how it got that way, but during this long introduction nothing feels all that important. A twist in relationships between Katniss and the other kid from District 12 is introduced.<br/><br/>Once all 24 children are in the arena, things get more interesting. The organizers play off the participants against each other by introducing obstacles, dropping gifts strategically, prodding them into ""teams"", and so on to make it more exciting. It's an effective parody of a reality TV show taken to its logical conclusion. Most of this was fun to read. The zombie werewolves near the end (I'm not kidding!) were the most ridiculous part.<br/><br/>To me the main weakness of the book was that, for all the intensely complicated relationships and griefs that Katniss experiences, and the atrocities that take place in her world, the author didn't make me feel an emotional connection to it. It feels like it's made up of a bunch of science fiction elements patched together, and between that and the stilted narrative voice, it didn't feel as real as it should have.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2D5OYV2XMAFA?ASIN=0439023521	Could not put it down.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The 74th Annual Hunger Games are soon to begin. The Hunger Games are a fight to the death. In the new country of Panem, in the ruins of North America, each year as punishment for a rebellion and as a control mechanism, the Capitol forces each of the 12 provinces to draw names of a male and female tribute. The tributes are drawn from all people between the ages of 12 and 18. They receive training, are assessed by the game masters and then the betting begins. The games will be televised and are required viewing for the whole nation.<br/><br/>The draws are not exactly even though. You can choose to enter your name extra times, for yourself and for family members to receive a terse, a grain and oil supplement from the government. Thus enters our heroine Katniss Everdeen. She is entered this year 20 times as she is 16 and taken the terse every year, for herself, her sister and her mother. Her close friend Gale has his name in 42 times, but this is the last year he is eligible. Then Katniss has the worst fear hit - her younger sister Prim (short for Primrose) is drawn with her 1st and only ballot. Katniss then does the unthinkable; she volunteers to take Prim's place.<br/><br/>Katniss Everdeen knows that she has at least some chance of survival in the games. She has been secretly hunting in the woods and feeding her family since her father died years earlier. She hunts and gathers what she can with her friend and hunting partner Gale, in the woods beyond the fenced border of District 12. Yet even so, most believe she has just given up her life for her sisters.<br/><br/>Katniss and Peeta Mellark are the tributes from District 12 for the 74th annual hunger games. As they travel to the capitol they have two mentors - Haymitch Abernathy the only surviving Hunger Games winner from the district and Effie Trinket the Capitol's representative in the district. They will each in their own way try to help them to survive both the Capitol, to win favor with the citizens who can sponsor them in the games, and then the games themselves.<br/><br/>This book is very well written, the scenes sharp and crisp, the world believable and detailed. The characters become real as you read. You reach the end and are left hungry for more, which is what you will get as this is book one in a trilogy. The only drawback in my opinion is the lack of a map. I keep hoping for a map of Panem, with the 12 districts, the mysterious destroyed 13th district and the wilderness area's between them. Maybe it is just a guy thing, but I wanted a map. In this book Twenty-four are forced to enter the game zone but only the winner survives. You get a sample online. You can read chapter 1 online but it will only whet your appetite for more. There is also a video trailer for the book you can find online. This is a great Sci-fi book and would make an excellent movie.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3K99Z0VFV52FY?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games fails to better the Battle Royale genre	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Perhaps having read 'Battle Royale' by Koushun Takami before reading the Hunger Games somewhat ruined the novelty of the storyline. For those unfamiliar with it, Battle Royale was a Japanese cult classic (that eventually gained mainstream recognition) with the following premise;<br/><br/>The totalitarian nation of Japan has collapsed. At fifteen percent unemployment, ten million were out of work. 800,000 students boycotted school. The adults lost confidence and, fearing the youth, eventually passed the Battle Royale act. Every year, a high school class (42 students) is selected at random by the government and taken to a secure location, where they are forced to kill one another until a single victor emerges. It is meant to quell rebellion and create fear in the general populace.<br/><br/>Somehow, Koushun Takami makes me care more about over twenty individual characters than I cared about Katniss Everdeen. The premise of Collins' novel is hardly original and she does not add any truly unique aspects to her story that capture my attention. I've already read to death the whole 'utopia ruling over the distopia' cliche... I was also unable to relate on an emotional level the trials Katniss faced. If the whole book was supported by the awful reality of forcing children to kill one another... that requires the reader to care not only for the main character, but the victims as well. In a melee that supposedly contains 24 children, Collins decides early not to focus on more than three of them, two of them being the main characters. As this is a young adult book and the first of a trilogy, that detracts heavily from the suspense that otherwise might have been garnered over the fate of the main character.<br/><br/>It is in this fashion that Battle Royale shines and The Hunger Games falters. I felt nothing at all while reading The Hunger Games as young children were murdered one by one without the reader learning so much as their name, let alone any sort of back story. Katniss could very well be prancing through the prairie cutting the heads off of dandelions for all I care. There is exactly one character that creates emotional impact, other than the main two characters.<br/><br/>The book is rather short, and the wording simplistic. I have read my fair share of young adult novels, and Collins is not that impressive in her prose. Also, and call me nitpicky, but I didn't read any sort of review or book summary before reading this book - therefore, I spent a large portion of the beginning of the book unclear on the gender of the main character. There is also no mention made of her looks. From what I can gather, she is white and has long hair. That's it. I could not tell you what color her hair is, what color her eyes are, how tall or short she is. I like to be able to hold a picture in my head of the people and places I am reading. Collins assigns very few physical attributes to her characters, and having finished the book I cannot describe to you what the Capitol looks like, or what her District looks like, or what Katniss' home looks like. No great effort is made by the author to develop her characters and settings into things you can see. I find this incredibly frustrating.<br/><br/>I will not be reading the rest of the series.<br/><br/>In all, I'd recommend someone read Battle Royale over reading this.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ESTAZ3QLI8EP?ASIN=0439023521	Amoral, Page-turning Voyeurism	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't believe in censorship, I let my kids read omniverously, but I'm grateful I picked up this series and checked it out. We'll be having some long conversations this weekend about the culture we live in and that produces books like this.<br/>At first I thought these books would be a critique of Reality Television, of a corrupt and decadent society where some toil ceacelessly, and others amuse themselves endlessly like late-empire Romans. I hoped as I turned the pages that Suzanne Collins might have something real and important to say about how knowing that we are constantly being filmed changes the way we behave, even when we are in mortal peril. I hoped she'd have something to say about courage and love and the meaning of life and death.<br/>Forget about it.<br/>Where J.K. Rowling is an alchemist, collecting dross and ore from everwhere, and turning it into gold, Collins is a petty thief, stealing hamfistedly from Battle Royale, Survivor episodes and Project Runway. This series has the feel of something concocted by an editor a writer and a marketing director. Be sure to put in a bridal gown...the girls love bridal gowns! What upsets me the most is that she herself is a manipulative Gamekeeper who can make anything awful happen at will to her characters to move along her plot and she invites her readers to be like the audience who watches the Hunger Games, turning the pages to find out who will be slaughtered next and in what exciting way. Did she have any sense of irony or humor or satire (as Battle Royale does) that asked kids to question their experience, I'd forgive her everything, but she doesn't. It's all delivered very seriously. We are allowed to mourn for the very young and the very old but as to those trained for the gladitorial combats they are brute killing machines and we are allowed to cheer their demise. When Katniss kills...it's always in self-defense and she's killing someone who clealy deserves to die...she never is tortured by her own lack of morality. How convenient...<br/>I am reminded of the zen story: You are having a dream that you are on a lifeboat with your mother and your father. You are told that the situation is such that you can only save one of them. Which would you choose?  In the Hunger Games, the characters struggle and wrestle with this question but Suzanne Collins hersel doesn't know the answer...the answer is ""you are having a dream."" Wake up!<br/>Wake up Suzanne Collins.<br/>In the second book she attempts to make it seem like Katniss will inspire or even lead a revolution in this corrupt dystopia...and maybe sort of she does. But it's all completley unwitting. She's a pawn even of the revolutionaries. Besides, since we don't really know anything much about the society, its governmental system, its foundation and maintenance, this is NOT 1984 (although I'm sure Collins would like to imagine for herself that it is.)<br/>Finally, I am left thinking of Harry Potter, how J.K. Rowling wants her readers to feel the weight of each death in that book, of the good characters and the bad, the complex and the simple. Cedric Diggory is a minor character in some ways but his death is not minor. Harry will die to return his body to his parents. This is fiction that raises us up, that asks the best of us, the believes in the best in us.<br/>Collins treats most of her characters like figures in an X-Box game, choosing one or two for us to mourn a little and then focusing on dispensing with her legions in all kinds of creative and inventive weighs.<br/>My final take on these books? Plenty of action, the kids will gobble it up, bu they'll be as morally hungry when they are done as if they had been playing Mortal Combat. Let 'em read them, but please, parents, read them yourself and start a discussion about real revolutionaries, real courage, and real sacrifice.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29Z9BHE87TBCG?ASIN=0439023521	Inexplicably Overrated	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I find myself at a loss to explain why so many people like this book so much. The premise sounds interesting enough, but it has been done before, is practically cliche in Japanese media, and Collins has not done it well.<br/><br/>The book is boring. Most of the first third is made of infodumps. They're not even well-executed infodumps. The writing style is simple and straightforward. Such a style can be fantastic when done right, but in this case it (with the exception of a few nonetheless forgettable passages) has no elegance or flavor; it's just plain boring, and it is incapable of rendering the infodumps anything more than snooze-inducing.<br/><br/>The plot is very predictable, and the author throws in a couple of plot twists that, rather than ramping up the tension, excitement, character development, or any of that, slaughter what little tension the plot possessed. They are deus ex machinas that save the main character from having to make the tough decisions one would expect from a book with this premise.<br/><br/>And the main character never has to make any truly tough decisions. She is never conflicted by anything except the book's contrived love triangle. Even when she is forced to kill, she feels little to no remorse. She just spends a sentence or two thinking about it with no particular emotion, and then forgets about it for the rest of the book. The author never lets her kill preemptively, only allowing her to act in self-defense, and her opponents are so poorly developed that the reader has no real reason to care about them.<br/><br/>The main character does not act consistently her age. At the beginning of the book, she acts in a reasonable manner for a sixteen year old subjected to poverty. But later in the book she seems more like a ten year old, both in the way she acts and in the way she is described (she apparently looks like a ""little girl"" in one particular dress, which is quite a feat considering her age). At almost the same time, she acts like some sort of hardened veteran in her utter unflappability.<br/><br/>All the characters are unflappable. For goodness sake, even the twelve-year old is unflappable. Where is all the emotional distress that should result from the threat of death and the necessity of killing innocents? From being suddenly and forcefully separated from family and friends? From being constantly monitored, starved, and injured?<br/><br/>Despite the book's unbelievability, predictability, and general terribleness, the second and third thirds of the book are admittedly somewhat entertaining. But still, I found myself skipping over large chunks of boring text even in the middle of the best of the action scenes. And the very best part of the book, the only part in which we are shown a relationship that feels relatively real, is all too brief. The mockingjays are cool, though.<br/><br/>I notice that many of the bafflingly few other low reviews cite the book's disturbingness as a reason for their low rating of it. I disagree with these people; this book needs to be more disturbing, not less. There's violence, but it is hardly graphic, and it happens to people the reader knows little to nothing about. This premise has so much potential for emotional turmoil, horror, and difficult decisions, but the book completely fails to deal with any of that and is presented in a sparkling clean and bloodless (and lifeless) manner. I actually find is disturbing how the book glosses over what should be a horrific situation.<br/><br/>In short, I have no bloody idea why people like this book so much. It's derivative, predictable, poorly written rubbish.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AO9MY0RZKUDP?ASIN=0439023521	Tall on Adrenalin, Short on Philosophy.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So this is what keeps troubling me about the book: as an adult reader, I cannot decide if this is merely a guilty pleasure, or a book with substance that, as the cover says, ""explores the effects of war and violence on those coming of age.""  Professional reviewers and Amazon reviewers alike seem to agree that the book has a political angle, and the inside cover goes so far as to say that it combines ""suspense and philosophy.""  To which I can only say.... if that is true, then it is certainly philosophy-lite, even for a YA novel.  I will, however, grant that it does have ""unsettling parallels to our present.""<br/><br/>The reason that I feel so ambivalent about it is that it is such a gripping and suspenseful read; it truly is difficult to put down.  But it is so in a way that reminds me of a video game: different opponents, each with specific abilities; changing settings which present new obstacles and hazards; a limited life-line buttressed with revitalizing finds or gifts.  Indeed, it's called ""The Hunger Games""---duh, right?  And yet something about all of this bothers me.<br/><br/>It's structured like your standard voyage and return narrative, with many elements of the hero's quest.  But in this book there is no Grail, no Dragon.  The reward is simply your life, and the villains are merely pawns like the protagonist.  This lowers the stakes and even calls into doubt the idea of heroism.  Is fighting for your life heroic?  I tend to see self-defense as something very different from heroism.<br/><br/>The real evildoers are, of course, the game makers and the society which permits this atrocity to take place, but this aspect is never really developed (at least there is no climactic confrontation, and not much of a build up to one either).<br/><br/>True: the reader cannot help but to feel disgust for the game makers. True: one is appalled by the extent to which the media forces people to create a false persona and to live a lie.  But that is really the extent of the social commentary, and I felt like some opportunities were lost.  Ultimately, I found myself asking: Is this enough?<br/><br/>You want the characters to live (they are, after all, archetypes, and hence parts of us all---the courageous, the doomed, the saved).  But saying that the Roman Games are wrong as you sit down to watch the gladiators as they are thrown to the lions is not a critique, and shouldn't make us feel any less guilty about watching.  In the end, are we the readers just as bad as the spectators in the book?  If so, then we've been duped.  And I don't think this was Collins' intention.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1F8N7S7ZXZ0A6?ASIN=0439023521	Interesting but not enjoyable	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I finally picked up this book because my sister and cousin had both just read it and had mixed feelings about it. After reading it, I have mixed feelings myself. The first thing I noticed upon opening it was that the author has terrible grammar. I wasn't sure if I wanted to finish it but I decided to read at least a few chapters. A few chapters in, I still wasn't sure if I liked it but I had to find out what happened. So I read it all the way through and I am still not sure whether I liked the book but I have to read the others and find out what happens. It is a little weird.<br/><br/>I think that this book is mostly so popular because of its ""shock factor."" It is violent in a way that is unusual in YA literature. Technically, it is not really any more violent than a lot of other YA and even children's novels that involve wars or other forms of conflict, nor is it more graphic or bloody. It is the form of violence that is different, where ordinary (well, mostly ordinary) kids are forced to kill each other even if they are or could be friends.<br/><br/>Katniss irritated me. Her self-absorption and obliviousness made it hard to like her. Not to mention the fact that she pretended to fall in love as a strategy. She got a little better towards the end, but I still couldn't make myself care for her except for the sake of her family and Peeta. I liked Peeta and the way he retained his soul no matter what happened. He was strong and brave without being as harsh as Katniss and he would try to protect her even when she did not care about him.<br/><br/>I stayed up very late because I had to get to the end of this book to see what happened, but not because I was enjoying it. There is something about the way the author paints a picture of such a cruel and horrible world that makes you keep reading in the hope that something good will happen. I would not particularly recommend this book to anyone, but I have to admit that it was an interesting story.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3H67HDPJJTKZH?ASIN=0439023521	Some what entertaining, underwhelmed	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Perhaps it is the hype, perhaps I just don't get it. It took me most of the book before I realized why I did not like the writing: complete lack of figurative language. No metaphors, no similes, no analogies. For a book that tries so hard to immerse you into its very different world, I found this very disconnecting.<br/><br/>There is very little show, but a lot of tell. The story is first person present tense. Everything is from Katniss' perspective, where she tells you what she is feeling, what she sees, what she is doing, and what she is thinking. The problem is she tells you she is sad, or hungry, or scared. So I know she feels this, but I don't. There is very little description, no way for me to experience her world. What there is a lot of, however, is her thoughts: lots of rambling. While this makes sense: she is hunted and fear for her life in a very strange setting. It gets very, very tiring after a hundred pages. Yet this progresses throughout the entire book. If you can relate to a 14 year old girl, perhaps this will make more sense to you. But I obviously can't (not for the entire duration of the novel anyway), so this felt incredibly annoying. So there is no respite from the endless torrent of her inane thoughts. No other perspective from other characters.<br/><br/>And then there is the problem of character: Katniss has no personality. She is generically a good character. She is skilled at hunting, and she has a good heart. Whoop-dee-freaking-doo. Her main struggle is to stay alive, fake a relationship with the other guy from her district, and stay a live, and stay alive. There is no difficult moral dilemma to confront her. Every friendly person she encounters in the game that might pose such a problem is dealt with in some morally convenient manner. In short, she makes almost no real progression in her character. No development. She only begins to fall for the other guy from her district, Peeta, near the end, and he is but a one dimensional character even less fleshed out than Katniss.<br/><br/>Not even the basic premise worked for me: basically Battle Royale between strangers. While I had hoped since this was focused on just one character it would evoke more emotion, I was wrong. But what gets me is this: a dystopia where children are forced into gladiator style game and the districts are forced to watch, yet there is such a strong need to make it entertaining? If it is some form of punishment, why make it entertaining? I know this somehow makes sense within the context of the story, but I never thought it  believable. Maybe I am just too old for this.<br/><br/>This wouldn't be so bad if Katniss wasn't so thick-headed to begin with. Quite a few ""surprises"" were quite obvious from the beginning. But if you are new to pop stories fit for mass consumption (Hollywood, I'm looking at you) then you should find this entertaining.<br/><br/>While this book isn't for me, I realize I am in a very tiny minority. I just wanted to voice my opinion in case someone else finds it useful.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11SYTWWMX2ZHJ?ASIN=0439023521	A good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Rating System:<br/>1 star = abysmal; some books deserve to be forgotten<br/>2 star = poor; a total waste of time<br/>3 star = good; worth the effort<br/>4 star = very good; what writing should be<br/>5 star = fantastic; must own it and share it with others<br/><br/>STORY: Katniss and Peeta are selected to represent District 12 in the Hunger Games. . .a last man standing game to the death. What makes this a higher risk game is that all the participants are in their early teens. The subjugated districts are required to participate in one way or another or face certain punishment, up to and including complete annihilation.<br/><br/>Where this book really shines, is it sets a post-apocalyptic world, in which a corrupt government keeps it ""subjects"" impoverished and subdued. By forcing the districts to give up their youth (one boy &amp; one girl) once a year to the Hunger Games, the government continues to remind people about the futility of revolt.<br/><br/>This setting has so much potential, but that is where it end.<br/>The author focuses more on the relationship between Katniss and Peetra, and on surviving the games. These aren't bad things, but with a setting so rich in possibilities, those possibilities are only hinted at. I was hoping for something like V for Vendetta, Brave New World or 1984, but we are given an entertaining story that said very little about the need for rebellion.<br/><br/>Actually rebellion is hinted at but no indication if it will be explored further in books to come.<br/><br/>Yes, the characters are all memorable and likable. We cheer for Katniss and Peetra and want them to succeed. To me this means the author did her job in creating good characterization.<br/><br/>The story did end with the words ""THE END BOOK ONE"", but other than a new book showing us how the life of the winner changes, no other hint is provided. . .no other mysteries to solve or injustices that need righting are presented.<br/><br/>AGE APPROPRIATE CONTENT: There are a couple of ""gruesome"" scenes that may be a bit much for young readers. There is no profanity or sex in this story. Nakedness is referred to in the context of Katniss stands naked before the stylist who looks her up and down trying to decide how to dress her for the presentation. Overall its handled cleanly and even with a sense of modesty, which is something you don't see often these days and one thing I appreciated.<br/><br/>OVERALL: A story I kept turning the pages on, especially once the games began. Good pacing. Good characterization. The story was light on theme and failed to exploit its potential. Overall a good first book in a ""potential"" series.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1EWWJENZ333VX?ASIN=0439023521	Great Premise, Flawed Execution	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is one of those painful books, an excellent premise ruined (or almost ruined) by very flawed execution. The story sounds promising: 16-year old Katniss Everdeen (yes, really) is forced to compete in the titular Games, which involves 12 boys and 12 girls fighting to the death on live television. The world that this grisly tournament takes place in is suitably distopyian, and there are a few scenes near the beginning of the book that manage to effortlessly create a sense of tension and unease.<br/><br/>Unfortunately, things go downhill from there. The story is told in first-person present tense, which I'm assuming was meant to leave the reader in doubt as to Katniss's ultimate fate. If that was the case, it didn't work, and I found myself wishing I could take a break from living inside Katniss's head. She isn't the most endearing character in the world, and her frequent (and intrusive) flashbacks do little to flesh out her personality. It doesn't help that the writing can be stilted in places, particularly during the action scenes.<br/><br/>There are further disappointments when we get to see the Games themselves. The other Tributes, or contestants, are mostly given quite sparse characterization, which makes it difficult to care (with a few exceptions) when they start dropping like flies. The pseudo-love triangle between Katniss, her fellow Tribute Peeta and her longtime friend Gale also feels extremely forced and unnecessary, as if the author felt the need to put it in because she thought readers would expect it.<br/><br/>Actually, that explains another of the book's major flaws: it's status as a trilogy. It's painfully obvious throughout that certain plot points won't be explained until future volumes, but the story itself feels as if it should be self-contained. Did we really need the subplot about the Avox girl, which comes out of nowhere and just sits on the page lifelessly for the rest of the book? And what about the Capitol's 'muttations'?<br/><br/>All in all, The Hunger Games feels like wasted potential.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1F8QB5R0IAD9F?ASIN=0439023521	Really?!  A fan who discovered she's not... sadness	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I can't believe this trilogy has me feeling so compelled to write my first ever Amazon review.  I'm not a review type of person.  However, I'd like to gently forewarn the next enthusiastic reader about The Hunger Games, Katniss and Suzanne Collins.  Because, I, for one was surely enthused.  Please know I really wanted to give the entire series a 5 star across the board.  I really did!!!  There was room for such great growth and potential.  Yet, I left the world of Panem feeling lukewarm, disturbed, and stunned.  Especially the ending to Book 1 and most definitely the last book, Book 3.<br/><br/>Suzanne is definitely not a happily ever after sort of author.  Which is fine - to each its own.  Now I know for future read.  With all the violence and darkness, I remained hopeful for a happy ending.  A ying/yang balance to all the ick.  I kept trudging along believing that hope will arrive, that I wouldn't be disappointed.  The time of hope never does arrive and I was disappointed.  It was more like a constant lingering tease.  Until you realize, ""what have I done?"" and go ""DOH!""  O-M-G the characters are flat, 1 dimensional.  There was such richness for the main and secondary characters to be developed.  I was wishing for them to develop and grow.  Now onto the romance, first love, etc.  I'm saddened by the romance because you can't even truly call it one.  I'm a dubious sentimentalist and hopeless romantic.  It was just so unbelievable and annoying.  It felt like an afterthought, almost like let's toss the readers a mince bit of bone.  If there's a love triangle make it real and good - pump it with drama.  Instead Gale was missing for most of the entire series.  Katniss... oh Katniss!  I didn't like her and she's the heroine.  Like the series and my imaginings of 5 stars, I strived extra hard to like her.  In the end I found I wanted to slap her silly for being blind and entirely selfish.  Perhaps on the verge of wringing her neck.  You know shake her into realizing that love did surround her and to stop taking flight.  Even after the heroine realizes she was selfish, she didn't change.<br/><br/>Overall, I did enjoy my read of the series.  Therefore, can't will myself to give it less than 3 stars across the entire board.  I read all three books in 3.5 days.  I don't regret making my Kindle purchases or taking the time to read the trilogy.  I'm just sad that I wasn't able to find it amazing because I started so very hopeful/optimistic.  I'd even recommend others to give it a chance and see for themselves.  In this case I'm the minority (voice of the few who dare say otherwise), since so many people love the trilogy.  But in the end I wasn't impressed and it left a lingering bad after taste in my mind.<br/><br/>The only upside to this are the characters of Prim and Peeta (especially Peeta).  He was the redeeming quality and salvation to this messy atrocity.  If I can ask Suzanne, I'd like to know her decision of Finnick and Prim.  Than cry out, ""why?""  How is this for YA?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R271MZVKF7QYII?ASIN=0439023521	The story is interesting, once she tells it.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have only read the first book, but I am interested in reading more though I have to get this off my chest.<br/><br/>In the first book, _The Hunger Games_, we are introduced to a society that is similar or at least recognizable to own.  People still have to work; there is school and coal mining and other existent industries.  Nevertheless, there are huge differences.  America as we know it has ceased to exist.  Instead, the area that we know as North America is divided up into thirteen different districts strongly answerable to a central government at the Capitol.  Each of these districts has been set up in a fairly strict division of labor -each has its own industry outside of the general survival-level services: there is a coal-mining district, an agricultural district, a luxury goods district.  If district 12, the area we know most intimately, is in any way representative, the areas are small.  District 12 has only 8,000 residents.  If that is just an average, we can assume only 96,000 non-Capitol residents supporting the Capitol in their divided labor.<br/><br/>The life in the districts is Hobbesian: nasty, poor, brutish, and short.  Katniss, the heroine, has essentially raised her sister and her mom since her father died.  (It would not quite be children's literature if there were strong responsible parental figures around, would it).  The residents seem to be prisoners of their district.  There is little leisure, and little even electronic idiot-box stimulation of any kind as there is spotty electricity.  They certainly cannot go on holiday as their meager existence is surely scrapped by.  Even if they wished to wander, they are caged in to the district.<br/><br/>Aside from the quite literal prison nature of their existence, there are two strong forms of social control the Capitol exerts.  First, the reader is told that only twelve of the actual districts are inhabited.  There was once a district thirteen that must have been uppity so the Capitol incinerated the district.  If I remember, it is still smoking and polluting the downwind districts.  If you miss that, they play footage of the district on the television from time to time.  The second is that every year a male child and a female child must fight to the death in the annual ""Hunger Games,"" the central element of the book.<br/><br/>This is the part that strains my credulity and kept me asking ""Why"" and ""How""?  The reader of the book does not know enough of the back-story to know about the implementation of the games or the make-up of the central authority.  The early exposition is clumsy, forced, and unnatural.  The world of the Hunger Games is enough like our contemporary world it is hard to see how we got there from here and what was the precipitating cause (or it is so close I choose not to see it).  Whatever reason, it does not work for me and had I not already bought the second two books in the series I may have abandoned the text.  I am glad I did not because I decided that you just had to ignore the logic for the time being.  I wanted it to be something like Paulsen's Hatchet, but I decided it was better to accept the logic lain out by the author.  There is such a financial and technologic disparity between the Capitol and the districts there just has to be some underlying cause.<br/><br/>Once I got into the games proper, I enjoyed the text. Collins writes action well and the pages started turning with abandon.  However, there was still the nagging doubt about whether the central concern I have would be resolved.  I have to unfavorably compare the book to _Lord of the Flies_ and the Harry Potter books.  Both authors found novel and interesting ways to solve a problem Collins was not, in my opinion, able to - exploring the psychology of children in fantastic events.  The story is interesting, once she tells it.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3V8R5RVB1MD9C?ASIN=0439023521	It's a mad, mad, mad world	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger Games<br/><br/>Katniss Everdeen is the teen protagonist of ""The Hunger Games."" Now if a heroine is named Kate or Cat or any variations, it seems to be literary law that she be spunky, quirky, tough and independent (but with a secret heart of gold).  And so it is here.  In the dystopian world she lives in, two youth are chosen from each ""District"" to engage in a fight to the death televised battle (think reality shows that result in fatalities) to win the Games and bring riches and honor to her family.  When her younger sister is chosen, Katniss volunteers to take her place.  The odds are against her, as some richer districts have been training their contestants since birth.  But Katniss is a skilled hunter and may have a few other advantages as well, including the alliance of another contestant from her own district who has had a lifelong crush on her.<br/><br/>While the book is a definite page turner with an engaging heroine, the Games themselves begin well and slide into absurdity, but then I tried to make sense of everything which was probably a mistake. The world presented has state-of-the art technology.  During the Games, those in charge have ability to manipulate the climate, broadcast exactly what's going on with the participants - even so the participants know who's died - and also send them supplies at a moment's notice (though they're supposedly out in the wilderness).  They can also genetically alter birds and animals, and have impressive medical advances.  Yet, at the same time, a certain percent of the population aren't permitted to use wheeled vehicles (cars, trains), must hunt and gather for their food, and use herbal remedies for serious health problems.  How this discrepancy came about is never addressed in depth, nor if it extends to the rest of the world.  The reader is simply supposed to accept things as they are, whereas in books like Lois Lowry's ""The Giver"" you get the impression the writer wants you to question things and probe further. Maybe that's an unfair comparision, but this book has gotten so much praise that I expected more.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16JU4SM2EBIDL?ASIN=0439023521	Still Hungry	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I finished the novel thinking that this entire book was comprised just to sell other books.  While books like The Giver force you to think and evaluate humanity, morality, society, etc.  this book simply alluded to some of those issues and let them fall flat.  SPOILER:  There was much predictability here (except for the surprise robot/wolf/dead kid attack out of nowhere).  I sincerely hoped that after all the initial build up at the beginning of the story and later touched on about individuality winning out over the controlling government that the kids would have given the cameras, audience, and leaders the finger and made some proclamation that you CAN revolt... THEN actually killed themselves to prove it.  Instead, it ended with some sappy, team edward v. team jacob, buy the next book to find out what happens gimmick.  Yuck.  It's a page turner for the action.  Teens of both sexes will find something appealing here.  I just wish that Suzanne Collins had the guts to write a book with a real message.  The potential was there, however, I'm still hungry.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RV5AD2BMU23N?ASIN=0439023521	"You say ""plot twist,"" I say ""deux ex machina"""	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've read the entire series, but I'm leaving my review here for those interested in picking it up. I'm not sure even where to start with this one. Oh yeah:<br/><br/>WARNING **********  SPOILERS *************<br/><br/>Anyhow, I avoided this series for a while because of it's YA status, I prefer darker and more serious matter. But I thought I'd give it a try when a friend dumped the books on my doorstep. Besides, it's got the main elements of some of my favorite stories: post-apocalypse, dystopian dictatorship, rebellion, the unlikely hero, tragedy, and survival. But what it lacked was character development, a believable plot, a likeable protagonist, or a satisfying conclusion.<br/><br/>First book: Hunger Games<br/><br/>First off, she didn't make the hero, Katniss, very likeable. I give this one a pass on the first book, because we're given to understand she's had a hard life and has trust and daddy issues. The lead up to the Games, everything in the book to this point was awesome. I was into it, and couldn't wait to get to the actual Games. But it started going downhill from there. The action in the Games was very abbreviated, to the point that we did not even know who some of the competitors were, or how they died. The book is from Katniss' point of view, so I assume since she's not privy to how the others' died, we won't be either. However, the book spends a great deal of time describing how every detail of the Games is recorded and broadcast, so I assume at some point we will be watching some broadcast with Katniss and find out what happened to the others, but not so. After the main emotional death in the arena (Rue), Katniss decides to seek out Peeta and team up with him. And everything pretty much derails from there. Katniss is saved from death several times by various deux ex machina plot devices, and the rest of the book mainly follows their tepid are-they-or-aren't-they romance.<br/><br/>By the end of the book I am annoyed mainly by two things:<br/><br/>1. That Katniss does not seemed emotionally moved by either Gale or Peeta. You would think that a nice character arc would have her at least leaning one way or the<br/>other by the end of the book, but she stays in a perfectly boring limbo while at the same time leading two guys (who have risked their lives for her) on.<br/><br/>2. That Katniss doesn't seem particularly skilled, likeable, strong, or interesting. In books like this, I would expect that the ""trial by fire"" portion of the story would refine the main character's view of themselves, and create a sort of improved person, having been refined by the fire, so to speak. But not Katniss. She makes mistake after mistake, every time being saved from death by either a plot device or a person. Other than being able to track food, she doesn't seem to be good at making plans, following orders, or thinking ahead. She's not strong or particularly clever, she can't handle gore (??), and shuts down emotionally at the slightest provocation. It seems like during most of the Games she's laying around while other people kill each other off. Even in the end, she doesn't win by defeating every last victor - she wins by default because everyone else is dead (except Peeta, which you know how that ends). She's basically a very good woodsman (woodswoman?) with a significant amount of luck and inexplicable friendships.<br/><br/>Second book: Catching Fire<br/><br/>I hardly remember what it's about, it was that uninteresting. The author continues to doggedly bore us with the teetering menage-a-trois. And in a completely not-at-all-expected plot twist, the President orders a second Games for Katniss and Peeta to compete in. Add a few more characters, change the scenery, and it's another battle. Yawn. More of the same surly, abrasive, impulsive, reckless Katniss, that now for some reason has got the entire country holding her up as a rallying point for the rebellion. The book ends with them breaking her out of the arena and flying her toward the unknown District 13, where we expect to see the Final Battle in the third book.<br/><br/>Third book: Mockingjay<br/><br/>This book actually made me angry. Katniss is, if possible, even more dislikeable. She has so far managed to: endanger her family, get herself injured on the point of death several times, get other tributes killed on her behalf, had the entire District 12 wiped out, play head games with the boys, and be as uncooperative as possible. They are taken to the District 13 where she refuses to help and stays high most of the time. Then she decides to go fight, but as usual, messes everything up and does not follow order, acts recklessly, and gets a lot of people killed or injured. For whatever reason, they decide to send her to ANOTHER battle, where once again, she screws everything up and does not follow orders, and gets injured to the point of death AGAIN. Then they find out that Peeta is brainwashed somehow, and he does not love her anymore. Gale is fed up with her games, and hangs around to...make her feel bad? In any case, Katniss spends most of this book being shot or blown up, high or hiding in closets. Peeta spends most of this book absent, being tortured back at the capital, or heavily brainwashed, in which case there are no friendly words between him and Katniss. And once again, for the biggest battle of all, Katniss manages again to convince the people she has ignored and disrespected from Day 1 to let her go out there. And once again, she ends up somehow messing everything up and taking her team of camera men and one deranged Peeta on a direct assault on the President's mansion. Like I said, she's not much for planning.<br/><br/>Surprise, surprise, she manages to get almost everyone killed, including her sister Prim, who made enough of an appearance in the book to inexplicably materialize ahead of the invading force and be blown up (and the scene is handled so vaguely, I wasn't even sure it was Prim for a few pages), and Finnick, who grew as a character (shocker!) enough to become a major character, only to die in a throwaway line when they counted heads later. And what happens next? Katniss gets injured to the point of death. And spends the rest of the book moping around and being high. And killing someone else, but not the President, and oh lord this review is boring me worse than the book.<br/><br/>This book reminds me of the MST3K movie, ""Agent for H.A.R.M."" during which at one point, one of the guys says, ""It's more like 'Old Guy Who Sort-of Helped Agent For H.A.R.M.'"" There seems to be virtually no redeeming quality about the main character. Her surviving the plot has nothing to do with her talents, abilities, or personality, and everything to do with the Plot Gods resolving to keep her alive, but only barely. It's pathetic, really. And so are the people around her who seem to enjoy suffering death for a glimpse of her back as she ignores them or stomps out of the room. I gave this series 2 stars, because I love a good post-apocalypse, survival, Thunderdome, phoenix story, and this series served to, if nothing else, give me a framework to use when I'm re-imagining how it should have gone in my head.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWWWGDQXCR0G3?ASIN=0439023521	A Good Effort, A Nice Try	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was puzzled (and, I'll admit, annoyed) to find that so many of the lower-rated reviews of ""THE HUNGER GAMES"" were all concerned with the book's content rather than its quality because, in my opinion, there wasn't anything to complain about on that front. Suzanne Collins had an excellent idea here, and as a storyteller, she's got some amazing potential.<br/><br/>I've had this book sitting on my shelf since it was released in 2008, long before the sudden explosion of popularity that ""MOCKINGJAY"" ushered in. So maybe it's all the recent hype that's paved the way for my disappointment. All I know is that by the end of this book, I wasn't impressed.<br/><br/>Nothing about Collins's writing stands out to me. In fact, her voice ranks as a low C on my grade scale; there was something incredibly remote and lifeless about the description, something flat in her dialogue and the story's tone. Collins build herself a fantastic world here, yet it came across as totally uninteresting through the protagonist's eyes. And after looking forward to seeing for myself all the good things I'd heard about Katniss, her lack of depth really surprised me. There wasn't anything I particularly liked about her supporting cast, either; cool names were everywhere, but there was a startling lack of cool development.<br/><br/>Overall, there's nothing wrong with ""THE HUNGER GAMES"". Not really. It was just a boring novel, plain and simple, another brilliant concept executed poorly. I had a relatively good time reading this, but unlike my friends, my experience with this trilogy ends here.<br/><br/>(Also, it would be awesome--AWESOME--if we could all stop comparing every YA dystopian/speculative fiction book to ""THE HUNGER GAMES"". Please. Please please please. It is absolutely killing me to see other novels bashed because, unlike the dozens of identical siblings in the paranormal genre, they've got so little in common with the ""leader"". Surprise, but dystopian fiction existed long before Suzanne Collins. )</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RF5M996UY0XQC?ASIN=0439023521	Panem is Snoozeville.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm seventeen, and everybody and their mother told me to read The Hunger Games, because ""it's incredible!"". I finally decided ""Why not?"", despite the fact that I have long given up on Young Adult novels. Sure, I've come across some good ones, but The Hunger Games is a prime example of why I don't shop in that section anymore.<br/>For what was advertised to me as an ""awesome, fast-paced adventure"", I was bored out of my mind from start to finish. With every turn of the page, I thought it'd get better, thinking surely something interesting had to happen or else people wouldn't be so obsessed with it. Twilight should have taught me that people can go nuts over poorly executed literature, but I gave it the benefit of the doubt.<br/>The book is poorly written, in the POV of the main character, Katniss. When I say ""poorly written"", I mean both in the construct and execution of plot and characters, AND the writing style (e.g., Lots of cliche ideas, like ""it feels like I was just dreaming"", and one line I remember reading was ""the saltiness of the soup reminds me of my tears"". I find that ridiculous, like some moping Emo-stereotype) And, because the story is in first-person, I (*spoilers*?) started the book KNOWING that she wasn't going to die (not to mention, two books follow). I didn't feel any danger for her and I didn't like her. While, admittedly, I like the CONCEPT of the book, I didn't enjoy anything about it while reading. The characters and plot are one-dimensional. It was painfully predictable. Cliche. Boring. Immature.<br/><br/>The sad thing is, I think teenagers like this book because it requires no thought--it has no sustenance by means of developed characters or intricate plot. If we want people my age to start reading, should we really settle for feeding them empty stories like this one?</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20O2V8DCRU5GZ?ASIN=0439023521	Disappointed	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have held out on reading this dystopian society book for nearly a year because I truly hated the premise of teenagers killing other teenagers (the series was lent to me by a friend). Since she and I are going to see the movie tomorrow afternoon (well, I was going to the see the movie--now I'm not too sure I'll go), I figured I'd better finally read the book.<br/>  After finishing it, I am hard put to figure out why everyone (adults and teenagers alike) is so gaga over it.  The violent premise of teenagers blithely killing other teenagers without a qualm (okay, I'll admit, not all of them--but enough of them), or the fact that the world is embracing this book where adults in charge are encouraging and exploiting such behavior--I don't know what I hate the most.  Why do writers today think that a YA book has to be full of murder, mayhem, and violence (on the internet or in person) against each other?  Yeah, I know that the main character and her fellow District 12 'Tribute' have no stomach for the Hunger Games and are chosen unwillingly; however, there are other teenagers in different 'Districts' that train for the Games since their early childhood--and volunteer willingly.  Ergo, they kill willingly and without conscience.<br/>  I'm disappointed in our culture...which preaches that bullying is wrong, passes laws mandating educators to 'control'  the propensity of some students to be mean and vicious to one another in schools, yet rave about books and TV shows (Glee comes to mind) that continually contain plots of said behavior being tolerated and or encouraged by the adults in charge.<br/>  On a side note, I hated the stilted, sophomoric writing as well.  Oh well--I guess I should stop my rant and finally join the 'Old Ladies' club.  Obviously that's where I belong.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3U8E0HSR1MUN9?ASIN=0439023521	Some Problems, but Entertaining	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was debating between giving it 2 or 3 stars. Would have given it a 2.5 but apparently that option isn't available so I settled on a 3 because I was entertained as I read it, the action, suspense, and that whole thing of survival/living off the earth kept me interested. But there were some issues.<br/><br/>SPOILERS<br/><br/>- First of all, the world wasn't fleshed out enough. We're told that District 12 is in Appalachia, which makes sense because of the coal mining. But this district has about 8,000 people. Which made me wonder how big Panem is as a whole. Panem is in what was once North America, and the Capitol (the main city surrounded by the outlying 12 districts) is somewhere in the Rockies.<br/><br/>So...exactly what is the total population of Panem/North America? Because unless the other districts have a much higher population than District 12's 8,000, they are all very spread out for such a small population. Also, how are other parts of the world faring in this unspecified future time period? There is never any mention of areas outside of North America.<br/><br/>- I never understood some of the future technology. I understand this is Sci-fi so the tech might seem odd or unbelievable, but certain things weren't explained at all. One thing I noticed was how the tributes were being filmed at all times. Katniss and Peeta are filmed the entire time they're hidden in a cave as a storm rages outside - how did this work? There's nothing around them. Are they being filmed somehow because of the tracking devices inserted into their skin? Are there tiny cameras in the air around them? This is never explained in any way.<br/><br/>And I couldn't help wondering how far their privacy extended, about how people could conceivably watch them while they preformed acts like bathing or relieving themselves. Not that these types of activities are discussed in any great depth, or at all. I don't think Katniss ever talks about using the bathroom while out in the woods. We didn't need to see it happen of course, but it would be a struggle to do this in the forest much like finding food can be a struggle, so you assume it will be mentioned.<br/><br/>- Another thing that wasn't fleshed out a lot were the characters. Only a handful of them get any major focus, and even they are lacking a bit. You know just enough of them, but not enough to the point where they feel very real. Funny that Katniss ponders what her identity will be after she wins and will no longer have to spend her time hunting to feed her family. We're left wondering the same thing because that's the bulk of what we see of Katniss.<br/><br/>Luckily, most of the story has a fast enough pace where you don't notice it and it doesn't take away too much from what's happening. And the characters weren't necessarily bland. But at certain parts where things slow down and the characters interact, you can feel it. Beyond the surviver and hunter who knows her way around a bow and arrows, who is Katniss? There could be more there.<br/><br/>- There were a few ""saving graces"" that gave Katniss an easy way out of a bad situation, and it's unsatisfying. You pretty much know Katniss will live, and that's okay, because I spent much of the story wondering HOW Katniss would survive and how she would kill other people, how she would deal with the moral dilemma of hurting people she'd grown to care about to save herself, in a way submitting to the Capitol by losing herself and becoming their tool.<br/><br/>But instead of handling these tough choices that were intentionally set up from the beginning, they are usually done away with, in a way that makes it obvious the author didn't want to follow through with the grim nature of the story. Katniss makes only one direct kill, and that was out of revenge. Many of the kills she makes or is involved with are accidental, like when Foxface eats the poisonous berries called nightlock that Peeta had laid out for Katniss and himself. A nice way to kill off a very clever, strategic opponent who took food from others and prefered the tactic of evasion, which made an open confrontation less likely. But still a little too convenient.<br/><br/>Katniss rarely has to get her hands dirty, even though her possibly having to sacrifice morality in order to survive (for herself and her family as she says) was part of the drama. In this way she's absolved of a lot of guilt and responsibility.<br/><br/>It feels like a stretch when Thresh lets her go out of debt. The debt was because Katniss teamed up with Rue and avenged her death, but Thresh calls Rue ""that little girl,"" suggesting he doesn't know her very well, if at all, and the only thing tying them together is that they're both from District 11. It's a little hard to believe he would lessen his own chances of victory for the sake of someone (Rue) he has little connection to, even considering the mutual understanding the poorer people have about being indebted to someone.<br/><br/>The one that really got me though was when the rules were changed so that both from a district could survive instead of just one. The entire premise was that there could only be one victor, and the sudden change two-thirds of the way through was another one of those obvious ""saving graces"" that kept Katniss from making hard decisions (killing Peeta). If Katniss and Peeta both had to survive, it could've been worked another, more creative way instead of having the Capitol pretend to change the rules, them take back the offer, then be forced to give in because of Katniss' threat (both her and Peeta killing themselves when the Capitol must have a victor).<br/><br/>- The love angle that was played felt forced. Having Katniss care for Peeta made sense, it strengthened her moral dilemma, but the romance wasn't that believable. Peeta has apparently watched Katniss from afar for years and loved her at first sight - that alone doesn't help with the ""realness"" of it. Katniss ""pretends"" to love him for the Capitol's cameras because it helps them get more food and adoration from the crowd, but it's as though she starts to believe her own act for some reason we can't see. Apparently because...well, we don't really know why, we're only shown Peeta's kindness towards her and struggle to help her survive, and that seems to be enough. It so obviously sets up a love triangle between them and Gale, which feels unnecessary.<br/><br/>- Anyway, I wasn't aware of this book until I got it as a Christmas gift, so I didn't know about the movie or the hype. In general, it's enjoyable enough and held my attention, so while I can't say I loved it, I liked it enough to continue - I will get around to the 2nd one and see how it goes. But Hunger Games didn't fufill it's potential, mainly because of the issues above. It's more of a fun read than one meant to make you think a whole lot.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22KNJJ2DJU9X2?ASIN=0439023521	Somewhat entertaining but very weak and superficial	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm late to this particular game, given as how I've only just now read the book, but I managed to avoid all of the hype and chatter that apparently accompanied both the book release and the movie release, and I was able to read the book without any preconceived notions.<br/><br/>In short, this book is based on an intriguing premise, but never moves beyond being mildly entertaining on the most basic level. It is a very quick and light read, but that's not exactly the best approach to take to a theme which should be filled with moral ambiguities, gut-wrenching decisions (both literal and figurative), as well as social, political and philosophical challenges. If nothing else, the main characters could have been shown to struggle with these issues on a personal level, even if the author wanted to avoid having the book be too dense for younger readers. Instead, all of the complex tension which is hinted at in the beginning is deflated when the plot twists in every direction to avoid dealing with tough issues. For example, [SPOILER ALERT] when Katniss is forced into a gladiator's arena and is faced with killing both an endearing friend/love interest (Peeta) AND a young girl (Rue) that she takes under her wing, the reader is anticipating some genuinely thoughtful drama and character development; disappointingly, the author takes the easy way out by having Rue killed by a different tribute (in a barely plausible setting), and THEN having a bogus ""rule change"" occur in the middle of the games. Apologists will point out that the ""rule change"" was later rescinded, and yet it isn't realistic that Katniss and Peeta would have fought each other to the death as the last two contestants, whereas she may have let him die earlier in the games.<br/><br/>Ultimately, a braver plot would have made this a better book, but wouldn't have overcome the two-dimensional functionality of most characters in the book, nor the lack of artistry in the style of writing. Also disappointing was how poorly the book was proofread and copyedited (at times I felt like I was reading a Yahoo News article). While three starts seems a wee bit generous, two stars would be unfair, so I went ahead and rounded up.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KH39FXRDU578?ASIN=0439023521	Thoroughly ok.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games (2008) is the first in the super-popular young adult series by Suzanne Collins. Highly critically acclaimed, with a movie deal in the works, the trilogy has successfully sold millions of copies. (Scholastic must be very, very pleased.)<br/><br/>In the future, North America is divided into 13 districts (one a ruined wasteland), all controlled with an iron fist by the Capitol. The districts are still paying the price for a failed rebellion generations before - the government is doing its damndest to grind them into the ground.<br/><br/>Into this bleak future comes young Katniss, age 16. Katniss has taken care of her family ever since her father died - mostly through illegal hunting. This, in the long run, proves fortunate: hunting has given her the skill set she needs to fight off 23 other semi-feral teens in the annual ""Hunger Games"".<br/><br/>Not satisfied with just crushing the districts physically, the Capitol demands human sacrifice as well - 2 teens from each district are brought in every year and forced to fight to the death. It's not just brutal reprisal, it's entertainment!<br/><br/>The majority of the book takes place inside the game itself. Katniss can't get just away with surviving - she also needs to make a series of increasingly difficult moral decisions regarding her fellow combatants. Some are one-dimensional and utterly loathsome (fire away!), others have more complex motivation (and even names!), making it harder for Katniss to rationalize their murder.<br/><br/>Katniss is a strong character (if slightly dense when it comes to personal interaction). The action is good - I'm not sure there's ever any doubt about who is going to win, but Collins still keeps things tense. When it comes down to it, I'd be much more impressed if it all hadn't been done before.<br/><br/>Battle Royale, the 1999 novel (first in English in 2003) by Koushon Takami is about a futuristic, dystopian government that randomly kidnaps children and forces them to fight to the death for the entertainment of the masses. Initially a book, it was adapted into a manga series and a popular cult film.<br/><br/>Takami's book has the same moral ambiguity, the same teen romantic struggles and the same horrific violence. It also has the same dystopian, omnipotent government, maneuvering behind the scenes. (Including the same ending - in which the conflict escalates from the physical arena to a political one.) But where Takami's book veers towards the artistic - a sparse writing style that uses violence to emphasize the surreal horror of the situation - Collins' The Hunger Games is more story-driven.<br/><br/>Ms Collins cites a variety of influences for The Hunger Games - including Greek mythology - but not Takashi's book. I'm certainly not accusing her of plagiarism. It is merely a question of stylistic difference - two authors telling a very similar story in a very different way.<br/><br/>I prefer Takashi's 1999 work, but I can understand why a young adult publisher (and, trusting their expertise, a young adult audience as well) would be more drawn to the safer option of Collins' version. The Hunger Games is a fairly respectable book, but the unmitigated enthusiasm surrounding it leaves a bad taste in my mouth. Battle Royale, unsurprisingly, is now back in print - I recommend that other readers take the chance to make their own comparisons.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LOU67FSAW0Y8?ASIN=0439023521	Ugh. These books are awful.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's been said by previous reviewers, and probably in better words, but I'ma say it again.<br/><br/>The first book is super fast-paced and an easy - and engaging - read. But I think it's bad literature.<br/><br/>The setting of a dystopian society wherein children are pitted against one another to the death in an annual melee ABSOLUTELY BEGS for a strong moral message. A message of humanity, hope, compassion, the darkness AND the lightness in each person, forgiveness, sacrifice, redemption... And the call is completely unanswered. There is no moral message that comes through, not for the characters and not for the readers.<br/><br/>I read and read, waiting for the characters to develop, to come to understandings, to break through and open up and help us, the readers, realize along with them that even if things are bleak and wretched there can be hope, we can still maintain our dignity and humanity and compassion.  We can learn from our mistakes. We can be the better person. We can overcome.<br/><br/>Nope! Suzanne Collins instead makes the reader part of the audience to a sad and violent reality show where we're super excited and horrified to see who's gunna git killed next. The story is dark and depressing and shallow. Aaaand poorly written.<br/><br/>The crazy-hard moral dilemma of our would-be heroine Katniss - in which she must kill or be killed - should REALLY bring out some character-building, impossibly complex ethical predicaments, right? Again, no. When Katniss kills another child in the arena, we always feel that he really deserved it. He was an a-hole. He was dangerous.  We all love us some good old fashioned black-and-white characters. Bad guys are always easy to kill. When Katniss begins to like one of her opponents and frets over the ""one of us is going to have to kill the other"" situation, the other character is killed off by one of the bad guys. Whew. Glad we didn't have to face that one. How frickin' convenient. And how horribly shallow and irresponsible. Instead of really digging into the obvious issue of ""Dude, these are a bunch of kids fighting to the death for an audience and that's super horrible"", Collins makes the fighting itself the focus and intrigue, rather than a platform from which to tackle real, deep issues.<br/><br/>Ugh. I just wanted these books to be so much more. But they weren't.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NU2TNITIONX0?ASIN=0439023521	Poor character development and badly written	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After getting recommendations from so many people that I lost count I decided to downloaded this book and I have to say I hate the people who recommended it to me. I am aghast the praise these books are getting. The story has a weird pace where nothing happens for dozens of pages and then within a few paragraphs all is said and done. I attributed some of the lack of depth to the fact that this is young adult fiction but it just does not stack up against many of the books in the genre.<br/><br/>There is little or no introspection, both from the author or any of the characters, they are petulant short sighted and whiny. (Spoiler?) Katniss goes from being horrified that she has to leave her family to maybe starve to ""Oooh what a pretty dress"" in the space of a few hours. She likes to sleep with Peeta but their relationship is purely platonic. Is it just me or does someone else find it hard to believe two teenagers don't really act that way. Both Peeta and Gale are perceptually in love with Katniss though its hard to see why, she is dull, manipulative and self-serving and obviously so.<br/><br/>The rules of the games are arbitrary and seem like they were made up as the author went along to suit the particular plot device she wanted to use at that point. Maybe I am too used to Tolkien and Asminov where the integrity and consistency of the universe in which their books reside is more important than the current plot twist. Also I recently read the Game of Thrones series where the characters are multidimensional, introspective and actually change radically during the course of the story. I read this book and wept for more Starks and Lanisters.<br/><br/>However even if you overlook all of the problems I have mentioned so far the writing of this book is abysmal. The use of first person for the whole book is annoying, over-use of dialog for trivial conversation and over use of adjectives makes it boring to read. The crude and forced revolutionary overtones are just painful to read and any social commentary about the current reality television fad is accidental. Its more a product of the reality TV era and if it is possible this book is even more shallow and crude that the reality television programs it seeks to provide commentary on.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OWKOBH100IJ6?ASIN=0439023521	World-building details leave something to be desired	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The intrinsic horror of the Hunger Games has been reviewed by other readers.  Yes, it is sick and awful that kids are forced to kill each other and that it is televised, but when you stand back and look at the book in a detached way, it's really rather ridiculous.  The world building just doesn't make sense.<br/><br/>First of all, the reason given for the Capitol's stranglehold on the Districts is that there are no resources.  Everyone is starving.  The sea has covered the land.  The environment has gone to hell.  People are so desperate that they're throwing their kids into the pot as human sacrifices.  And they're mining coal.<br/><br/>Repeat: THEY'RE MINING COAL.  If resources are so scare, how is there any coal to mine?  If things are that bad, the coal should be long gone.  Plus, our heroine hunts outside the fence in what appears to be a thriving ecosystem: plenty of predators, prey, virgin forest and clean water.  Isn't the environment supposed to be wiped out?  Speaking of which, if things are so bad on the inside of the fence and so good on the outside, why hasn't everyone--or, at least, some--escaped the Districts and set up an alternative society in the forest?<br/><br/>The Capitol seems to have some serious technological advantages, and it better had, because in real life, the nation of Panem would be under constant attack.  Other countries seem strangely absent in this version of the future, which is plain odd, but I guess it's a good thing, since other countries would have seen Panem as a weak target long ago and attacked it.  If resources are scarce, people fight over them; and Panem is wasting tons of its resources by sinking them into the pointless Hunger Games EVERY YEAR.  Every SINGLE year, they are spending the equivalent of millions of dollars on terrorizing their citizens, creating the Arena and making zombie werewolves (seriously).  The Hunger Games do nothing to stimulate any part of the economy but reality TV; they do nothing to defend the country.  The ONLY purpose they serve is entertainment and terrorism.  Any other country, in a world as brutal as Collins', would have long ago ransacked Panem, which, spending all its resources on state terror, would be unable to fight back.  In real life, Panem would not be wasting valuable soldiers on gladiatorial fights, not when they could be shipping them off to defend the borders.<br/><br/>The sheer emotional horror of this book is good, and, I know, the main point.  But the world makes no sense when you leave your fantasy of the Ultimate Evil Reality TV Show and take a long, hard look at it.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BUBGPAXSS0PY?ASIN=0439023521	Thought it was okay	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Out of the many who gave The Hunger Games rave reviews, mine is only fair.  Why?  This genre of book is not for everybody.  As a reader I felt like I was always at the mercy of an overbearing, controlling and cruel ""Big Brother"" type figure who on impulse would make really  ludicrous things happen to the characters in their fight 'till death competition.  Just when events in the story were about to make sense,  something crazy like mad dogs reincarnated from formerly dead players would be thrown into the plot.  There was no reason for it.  The characters all seemed to be missing a personality.  The heroine lacked emotion.  Her reaction to kissing a boy for the first time lacked in everything and made it rather dull.  I found myself feeling weary and annoyed from all the unlimited bad things that were uncontrollably going wrong.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2EJ1U99DWR2UI?ASIN=0439023521	It's no dystopian classic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of my only reviews I've ever put on here, but this book is nothing more than entertaining escape fiction.  Is it dystopian?  Sure.  But comparing this to 1984, Brave New World, or Fahrenheit 451 is an insult.  There is simply no legitimate description of WHY the world in this novel exists outside of a few boilerplate pages.  Not to mention, once the game starts (half way through or so) the author drops any real attempt to parallel the dystopia with current society -- in other words, it's just an action novel.<br/><br/>The characters were flat with the exception of the heroine, and the author's attempt at creating even a faux love for survival were lame.  I would compare this to the first Harry Potter novel, but it at least created an alternative world with consistency and detail.  The Hunger Games is more-or-less 6th grade action fiction with enough violence and innuendo to make it to Hollywood.  Sadly, I expect the movie to be better than the book.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LNZTX4HEPKA3?ASIN=0439023521	Entertaining but empty	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Before you start down the long path of reading this series, pay close attention to the fact that the last book--<a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Mockingjay/dp/0439023513"">Mockingjay</a>--has received much weaker reviews than the first two books. That may not seem to matter now, but believe me--it will when you get there. The Hunger Games series is entertaining, but ultimately it leads nowhere. I won't tell you how the story ends, but I will say that any insight, redemption, or spirit that this book may promise will never arrive.<br/><br/>It is an empty tale. It's charming but vacant. It settles on the tongue like cotton candy, but never reaches your stomach. It will indeed leave you hungry: hungry for a story with some humanity, some depth. For that, try The Lord of the Rings, or the Chronicles of Narnia, or Harry Potter. The Hunger Games is not even in their league.<br/><br/>I regret spending my time on these books. I did enjoy them, most of the time, but in the end I like my stories to be more than cheap thrills and action. I like my action to have a heart beating beneath it. If you do too, keep browsing.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGNING00YV00B?ASIN=0439023521	Great fun, but otherwise a bit lacking. A review of the trilogy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book has so many reviews, I didn't intend to write one. As it is, I'll skip the plot introduction and setup and go straight to my thoughts.<br/><br/>Without a doubt, this book is a page-turner. Indeed, the same is true of the whole trilogy; I blew through all three books in a weekend. And it was a great ride. I liked Katniss well enough, and while I was reading I was certainly invested in the tale.<br/><br/>In retrospect, though, this trilogy was compelling to me mostly because it's so fast-paced and action-driven. Not that that's the only thing it has going for it: Collins does a good job of developing the society, there are some intriguing plot elements and I liked the angle the book takes with the romance (in the first book, at least). And I liked that the book doesn't make out-of-place references to our current society or give infodumps on what happened between the modern day and its futuristic setting. But already, looking back on the trilogy I'm underwhelmed. So, a few of the problems:<br/><br/>- The characterization is a bit iffy. I liked Katniss, but she didn't ever feel like a real teenager (except maybe in the third book). Peeta is sometimes sweet, but way too perfect. Gale seemed interesting, but we never saw much of him. The secondary characters aren't awful, but there just isn't much here that's memorable.<br/><br/>- The premise seems specially created to give the characters serious moral dilemmas. Only, the book neatly avoids those dilemmas. The setup seems to require Katniss to kill basically nice people in order to survive.... the actual plot sidesteps that.<br/><br/>- Speaking of the plot: a bit too gimmicky for my taste. I'd like less reliance on monsters and magical obstacle courses and such, and more conflict arising from the characters themselves. Your mileage may vary. The first book isn't too bad about this, but there's more and more of it as the trilogy continues.<br/><br/>- And speaking of the setup. I simply never bought that forcing a couple dozen randomly-selected teenage (and younger) boys and girls to kill each other on national TV would be a good PR move for any government. Especially with all the efforts to humanize them--the pre-Games interviews, having viewers witness every moment of their struggles, strength and suffering, interviewing their families and friends, and so on. I bought that the Districts had to accept this because they were oppressed. I didn't buy the people in the Capitol thinking this was all good fun.<br/><br/>- Finally, I could never figure out why, when there are so few people left in the world, they'd confine themselves to such small areas. District 12 only has 8000 people (the size of a small town) and seems to be the only settlement in all of Appalachia. So, why does everyone live within a fenced-in area as if this was a zombie book? Wild animals (the reason given in the book) didn't necessitate such a drastic response from either the Native Americans or the original European settlers, so I assumed it was a political ploy to keep the people under control.... but that didn't make a lot of sense either. With such abundant land and natural resources, why would the government want to keep the population small, starving and with little to lose when it could instead take credit for a growing population and improved standards of living as they made use of the surrounding area? And would controlling a wider area really be a problem for a government that already exercises such tight control over such vast distances? Presumably they're already capable of controlling it, or dissenters would just run off into the wilderness and create their own societies? This is simply never addressed.<br/><br/>Anyway, this trilogy is entertaining enough, but if somebody asked me to recommend an exciting series about teenagers fighting a bad government, I'd recommend Marsden's Tomorrow series before I'd recommend this.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSACMTP1NEP6V?ASIN=0439023521	Was I the only person who disliked this book?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Let me first start off by saying that this isn't a bashfest review. I was honestly taken aback by the all the praise this book received. It received a lot of publicity because Stephenie Meyer recommended it, but that doesn't necessarily mean it was a fantastic read.<br/><br/>It was a decent read. It was a something-to-do read. But I found it in no way as amazing as it was played up to be when I purchased it. I found this book to be written somewhat childishly, overcompensating for that fact by crazy, lame character names. Katniss? Primrose? Gale? Peeta? Glimmer? I understand that this novel is set in futuristic once-North America, but the names set my first impressions throughout the book, and I just could not get past that.<br/><br/>I also, at times, found Katniss's voice to be somewhat unbelievable and juvenile--I found it hard to believe she was sixteen when her voice sometimes reminded me of a twelve or eleven year old. This disappointed me because, in the beginning before the Games, she did seem much older than that.<br/><br/>SPOILERS:<br/><br/>Finally, I found the love triangle to be somewhat meaningless. Gale receives a chapter or two in the beginning, and a few periodic mentionings throughout the book, but all we really know about him is that he hates the Capitol, likes to hunt, and is the school heartthrob. I felt a little cheated that Katniss decided that she wasn't sure she could choose between Peeta and Gale, after all she and Peeta went through. Perhaps this triangle would have felt more solid to me had Gale been given more time to establish himself in the beginning.<br/><br/>Overall, I really do not regret that I read this book and I don't feel like it was a waste of my money. It gave me something other than school material to read, and I enjoyed escaping to the total unreality of it sometimes. But, in the end, I wasn't too impressed with it as a whole.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RY2NKXHQYPD5Z?ASIN=0439023521	Empty and Cliche'	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">An obviously enjoyable book, judging from the rave critics reviews and movie release, but empty, formulaic, predictable and cliche'.<br/>1) The characters are not faced with truly moral decisions, the bad guys are bad, the good guys are good, and the main character never encounters a moral dilemma. I hoped that the plot device would give an opportunity to explore human nature, virtue, courage, desperation etc. But it fails. There is no valid exploration of human nature.<br/>2) As mentioned by many others, the plot is derived from ""Battle Royale"" Not a problem in itself, except that ""Hunger Games"" fails to adequately justify its plot devices.<br/>3) The convenience of medicines that magically appear, and rules that spontaneously change do not lend to a suspension of disbelief. These events are contrived.<br/>4) It would have been much more enjoyable not to work in a love story.<br/>5) Whatever social commentary the author strives for, it is utterly lost. The dystopian society of the ""Hunger Games"" is so alien that there is little in the book that lends to reflection.<br/>6) Reviews praise her writing style, but she uses many cliche's and fails to paint an original vivid narration.<br/>7) None of the characters truly contemplate the moral outrage of the central plot device. This is the elephant in the room. Even in Roman times, the merits of the arena were debated.<br/><br/>With that said, I can believe that she intentionally paints her characters as shallow, one-dimentional, insecure and media-obsessed (Katniss is always worried about how people will perceive her ""performance"" in the hunger games) as a means to lambast the idiocy of reality television. There is a veiled allegory of how television viewers in the United States are entertained by watching people exploit themselves on national television. The lack of any truly deep questioning by any of the characters is in some way reflective of how television viewers today don't have any moral compunction about viewing similarly exploitive reality television.<br/><br/>In short, throughout the whole book I hoped it would redeem itself in some way. It failed to do so. I jumped on the bandwagon because my friends were all about it, but will need some persuasion to read the sequels.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/REC923JVOUSPV?ASIN=0439023521	Disturbing, but not for the obvious reasons..	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games would be much more palatable if this story were original.  It is not.  I read Battle Royale a few years ago and greatly enjoyed the entire experience.  I'm a high school teacher, and my students have been raving about The Hunger Games.  While I was aware of the comparison to Battle Royale I thought I'd give the story a try, wanting to judge it on its own merits.  I came away sorely disappointed.<br/><br/>The storyline is virtually identical to that of Battle Royale.  This is concerning for two reasons.  First, it is glaringly unoriginal.  Throughout the story, I kept hoping for the plots of the two books to diverge onto separate paths.  This did not happen in any sustained way.  The political environment, the setup in the arena, the writing about the Games, the love story, they have all been written before and given much more articulate and compelling treatment.  Second, it is written in an inferior manner to Royale.  I could forgive the ""plot inspiration"" were the author to exhibit exceptional literary skill.  Unfortunately, Ms. Collins disappoints.  In fairness, the one element that I appreciated from Games was the preparation process.  This diverged to a significant degree from Royale's plot, and made me quite hopeful for the arena.  I sped through those pages hoping for more originality, yet, found none.<br/><br/>As other reviewers have mentioned, the arena scene, virtually two-thirds of the book, fails to offer the main character any moral dilemma.  This frustrated me to a great degree.  The author constructed a story arc with which she could really play with morality and emotion.  Instead she included a contrived, poorly written, and uninspired love story.  The main character feels, in this reviewer's opinion, almost a bystander to the main conflict.<br/><br/>Now, I'm not a young adult, but as a teacher of young adults I find the acclaim of such a one dimensional work truly frightening.  While I'm excited to see young people reading anything (anything is better than no reading), I feel that their age group is missing out on something more.  For those young people discovering reading, the premise of the story is irresistible.  Sadly, the conclusion of the story leaves me wishing that I had reread Battle Royale.  This could have been a novel headed for the English cannon.  Instead, it will go the way of the Twilight series, fading into irrelevance, as its readers mature.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38NGKKUAX641F?ASIN=0439023521	Chilling, Compelling, Best of 2008	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When Katniss Everdeen finds herself a contestant in the annual Hunger Games, she considers herself a goner. Out of 24 teenaged contestants chosen from the 12 districts of Panem, only 1 will emerge victorious. The rest will be slaughtered. By each other. And the entire event will be televised from the Capitol for the entire nation to watch.<br/><br/>If you had described the basic plot of the Hunger Games to me and told me that it was going to be THE book to read in 2008, I probably would have raised an eyebrow. Futuristic? And dystopian? AND gladiatorial? Despite the seemingly disparate elements, Suzanne Collins somehow managed to hit upon the perfect combination in this thrilling story about a girl who lives in a nation obsessed with violence and reality television. There is action, romance, deception, humans hunting humans (Most Dangerous Game, anyone?) surgically altered stylists (reminiscent of Scott Westerfeld's Uglies), genetically enhanced mutants, a cruel totalitarian government, and a unspoken mandatory creed to treat the entire event as if it were a holiday.<br/><br/>I read Hunger Games from start to finish in a day while I was supposed to be studying for finals. I meant to read a chapter or two and then go back to work, but I just could not put it down. Hunger Games is the kind of book that continues to haunt you days and weeks after you've turned the final page. I absolutely recommend it to everyone, with the one caveat that it does feature brutal violence between children and is perhaps not for the faint of heart. The next book can't come fast enough! In the mean time, I'm going to go learn how to shoot a bow, you never know when you're going to need to know how!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2V4UOMUTD7M26?ASIN=0439023521	More important than just media hype	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Unless you've been living under a rock for the past five or six years, you already know that THE HUNGER GAMES has been a publishing and motion picture phenomenon. The book itself is a fast-paced, nail-biting, extremely compelling read, with an extraordinary premise and the kind of gritty, underdog characters that easily capture the reader's interest and emotions. But there is something more going on here, something that I dearly hope readers will take the time and effort to truly comprehend. If you are willing to actually scratch the surface of THE HUNGER GAMES, you will see it bleed.<br/><br/>The feeling that there was something important that kept narrowly but consistently evading me dogged me throughout the book. At first, I thought it was just that there is something uniquely and profoundly chilling about watching a child deliberately hunt down and kill another child. That aspect of the book made me feel dirty, like someone who should be respectfully averting their gaze from a gruesome car crash but couldn't quite tear their eyes away. That was part of it, but it wasn't all of it. Next, I thought the thing that kept nagging at the edges of my mind had something to do with the grotesqueness of these young human sacrifices being first primped, pampered, and made into beautiful and desirable celebrities before being fed to the wolves. The cult of celebrity is something I abhor, and I could see in THE HUNGER GAMES a very apt and poignant allegory for the way in which young celebrities in particular are ""eaten alive"" by the entertainment industry. Yes, this was also part of it, but it still wasn't all of it.<br/><br/>It wasn't until I read a short interview with the author at the end of the book that the final piece fell into place. In this interview, Suzanne Collins described what had first given her the idea for a story that became THE HUNGER GAMES. She had been sleepily channel surfing late one night and kept flipping back and forth between the images of a reality TV show in which children were competing for prizes or prestige and the images of a news report on child soldiers, an appallingly real condition that exists in many parts of our world today, in which children are forced to become soldiers fighting real wars against each other. That was when I finally realized exactly what I had found so unsettling about reading this book. It wasn't just the disturbing IDEA of children killing each other, it wasn't just what the book had to say, ALLEGORICALLY, about the ruthlessness of the cult of celebrity. No, what really made my skin crawl and my mind shrink back defensively as I read was the apparently subconscious knowledge that THE HUNGER GAMES IS NOT FICTION.<br/><br/>The characters of this book may be invented, the plot of this book may be invented, the book may be set several centuries in the future, but the conditions under which this story develops are right here, right now. In THE HUNGER GAMES, some of the child sacrifices have trained their whole lives for the competition and enter it almost willingly, whereas others are simply forced to compete and enter the arena feeling nothing but terror. In some parts of our world, children compete in what they view as a willing manner for status, image, and celebrity, whereas in other parts of our world, children are kidnapped, contained in a certain area, and forced to either kill each other or be killed. These things are not fiction, these things are happening all day, every day. They're happening as you read this. They're happening as you wake up in the morning. They're still happening as you go to sleep at night.<br/><br/>It's easy to read THE HUNGER GAMES with a chill running down your spine at the thought of children fighting to the death - for status or simply for their lives - but the reassuring thought in the back of your mind that ""It's just a story."" But as I finally came to realize, the most important thing about THE HUNGER GAMES is that it's NOT just a story. It's a very timely warning that at every moment, in every part of the world, we are allowing our children to be exploited in the most brutal, gruesome, and shameful ways imaginable - ways so shameful, in fact, that we can really only face up to them when they are presented to us in the guise of fiction.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R224P7YUFP85KC?ASIN=0439023521	Could have been the next Lord of the Flies	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book could have been so much more.  The dystopian future is interesting enough, the characters are decently developed, and the plot is far darker than most YA dramas.  Yet Collins refuses to take the step into truly deep moral debates.  Never is there an actual delima in the killing of other Tributes; it's always good versus evil until the very end.  Never does there feel like the Games are actually destroying the humanity of the participants.<br/><br/>When the ending finally does arrive, there is no horrible acts done for the greater good, no debate over the cost of rebellion to those who have no say in the matter, only an idiotic love-based decision to defy the game's rules.  While the gamble pays off, you are left scratching your head going ""really, this is what they decided to do?""<br/><br/>If Kat had taken the next step and gone down a darker path, or if more of the other Tributes had souls, the book itself would have led us towards moral debates rather than only leave you wondering ""what if"" while the obligatory love triangle begins.  Sadly, this book will fade in a few decades rather than forever be installed in anals of literature as a masterpiece of socio-philosophical debate.  For all the enjoyment of a nice light read, truly a disappointment.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18JI9FB8S67I8?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This story was truly life changing. The premise of the story alone is enough for anyone to realize this will not be your run of the mill young adult novel.<br/><br/>Katniss and Peeta's story is amazing. How two children can be sent to compete against other kids knowing the likelihood of them surviving is minimal at best is enough to make any reader lose their breath. Then the relationship development between these two characters really puts the icing on the cake. The story was so well written, I was literally in tears to the point where I thought I couldn't continue any further, yet I still refused to put the book down. On the flip side, there were moments I was grinning like a Cheshire cat. Therefore, if you don't want people to think you're losing your mind you may want to find a nice quiet room to read in because you may not be able to control your emotions when reading this story.<br/><br/>Though both main characters were inspiring to me, Peeta was really the standout character within the story. As the son of a baker, he comes off as one of the most unlikely players to make it through the first few minutes of the hunger games. He may not be the strongest or best with weapons, but he has an inner strength and resolution that really makes you rally behind him.<br/><br/>As if creating exciting main characters wasn't enough, the supporting cast Ms. Collins brings in are just as remarkable. For example, Rue and Cinna are two characters I felt could have had their own stories. They had a star quality. I was eagerly anticipating the next scene to include them. These are only two of the wonderful characters that grace the pages and I am sure you will fall in love with each and every one of them.<br/><br/>I have recommended this book to numerous people including my daughter. She was captivated to the point that she brought the book to read during lunch and recess in school. While this book may not be appropriate for children under twelve due to its dark themes, it is certainly worth an adult's time to read and then decide whether to share with their child.<br/><br/>Originally posted at LAS YA Reviews</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2R28HZNSVLD8R?ASIN=0439023521	Katniss is well-fed but hungry, poor but sells what everyone wants. Huh?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Either Katniss is a perpetual liar/unreliable narrator, or lobotomies were free for most characters.<br/><br/>#1. The hungry ignore how she gets food. Katniss says she's one of few who hunt--the rest haven't learnt archery or spear-throwing or fishing. They aren't desperate enough to creep outside the fence, where it's brimming with food and life. ""Roots to dig, greens to gather, fish..."" And even a strawberry patch! If Katniss' father--a regular coal miner--became a good hunter, why didn't the starving masses copy him?<br/><br/>#2. Katniss' dad would've made them rich. The food he'd fetched would have made him a lot wealthier than a miner, so WHY was he still mining, instead of hunting full-time?<br/><br/>#3. Hunger doesn't drive these people to boldness? ""Even though trespassing in the woods is illegal and carries the severest of penalties, more people would risk it if they had weapons. But most are not bold enough to venture out with just a knife."" (Pg 6). But the Peacekeepers ""protect"" successful hunters instead of punishing (shooting) them, and Prehistoric men turned sharpened sticks into spears to hunt and defend against sabre-tooth tigers! Desperate people would hunt like this to feed their children, or even with pitchforks. It's 74 years since the Games started, and hunting/gathering outside is STILL rare?<br/><br/>#4. Animals (meat) are safe inside D12? Katniss tells us there's a lot of livestock INSIDE District 12 and that all are apparently safe from being stolen and roasted. Pigs (Peeta's), goats (Prim's &amp; Goat Man's herd), cattle (the soup lady will tell the Peacemakers her soup is beef), horses (to pull the wagons), sheep (Katniss trades for wool), and enough leather for shoes, jackets, etc. Yep, starved coal miners and orderly teens limp past Prim's goat on their way home to their starving families every night and ignore it!<br/><br/>#5. Everyone's a lawbreaker, but they're terrified of breaking the law? The reason Katniss gives for the above is that it's against the law to steal, the punishment being death, which would be scary if they weren't being killed slowly, anyway. And she *also* says, ""...and who hasn't broken the law?"" Whiplash! Which is it? 200 years ago in England, the poor knew they'd be sentenced to death or shipped to hard labour in Australia for being caught stealing bread or hunting on private property, but hunger twisted their arms.<br/><br/>#6. Starving people don't make their own veggie gardens? Outside the fence are potatoes, carrots, beets, parsnips, turnips (roots), berry bushes, leafy green veg, herbs and strawberries, all growing hardily without human nurturing, so the seeds/cuttings are right there to cultivate from! Pg.34 has Peeta's yard with a ""garden bed, not yet planted for the spring"" and Pg.42 K's hungry mother grows herbs, so growing food is legal in D.12 and no one is persecuted in any way for it. Why isn't the whole of D12 swollen in greenery from these hardy crops?<br/><br/>#7. Katniss is well-fed but hungry, poor but sells what everyone wants? She says she still goes to bed hungry at times, so hungry she's needed to put her name in the Hunger Games hat extra times every year for grain and oil. Yet she *also* says their goat (her ""gold mine""!) provides so much milk for them to drink that they occasionally have enough left over to make cheese, and that she brings food, including meat, home on a daily basis (Pg.377).<br/><br/>#8. Miners that keep the Capital running on coal are so hungry they can't mine? If the above is true, then miners go to bed even HUNGRIER than Katniss, every SINGLE night, thus they're seriously frail, endangering D.12's ability to dig coal for their overlords = the main theme is a PLOT HOLE!<br/><br/>#9. The Capitol doesn't care about production? A place of technology and comfort, they use electricity (from coal) to maintain that lifestyle. Understandable. The other districts would also be heavy electricity users for their different productions, so coal would be in VERY high demand since no other fuel is being produced. Wouldn't PRODUCTION be the overlords supreme goal? Fear of the Capitol is a done-deal already, since all children must have their names in the hat for the Hunger Games. So the Capitol doesn't have to shoot itself in the foot by having workers who can barely walk in order to maintain control.<br/><br/>#10. Miners with serious illnesses keep the Capitol running? Living mostly on grains and oil would mean these precious workers are severely deficient in Vit.C = scurvy (weakness, anemia, bleeding organs, heart disease), folic acid (anemia, irritability, memory problems, manic depression, bone fractures, low libido, fetal problems) and iron (fatigue, difficulty maintaining body temperature, decreased immune function, anemia). HOW ARE THEY REPRODUCING, let alone working?<br/><br/>11. Given the laws of supply and demand, Katniss would be wealthy. She is one of just a few who are selling the rarest and most desired product to eight thousand people (including the wealthier Peacekeepers) who are all desperate for her meat. However, she trades this commodity that's hundreds of times more valuable than the meat in our stores today, for shoelaces, wool, bread or salt. Lobotomy! Even the organs/heads/feet would fetch high prices! Her mother, being a supposed healer, should know that broth made from boiling fish-heads is an iodine-rich remedy for energy/illnesses, and boiled bones/hooves makes a gelatine and mineral rich broth that boosts the immune system, is an anti-inflammatory, a hormone regulator, and for skin and joint/tendon health. The people in D.12 would *greatly* need these remedies!<br/><br/>#12. Where does she find the time? Every day, Katniss goes to school, hunts in the mountains, sells/trades her extra food in the Hob (where she ""makes most of her money"") and (I assume) guts and skins her kill for her mother to cook.<br/><br/>#13. The overloads care about schooling the kids (up to 16, at least) they starve and deny futures to. The Capitol pay teachers and other staff while providing classrooms, ""sports activities"" (Pg.13), and ""music assembly"" (Pg.366) for children who could otherwise be mining. Poor kids as young as 4, in the Victorian era, were uneducated and mined coal under a MUCH less sinister government. ""Somehow it all comes back to coal at school. Besides basic reading and maths, most of our instruction is coal related."" Why do non-mining kids, like the Mayor's daughter &amp; Peeta, have to know all about it? Why do future miners even need to know anything about coal that can't be taught on-the-job? Moreover, why do *they* need to be taught even basic reading and maths by their evil overlords?<br/><br/>#14. Or ARE good futures produced from this schooling? Katniss lectures Prim about staying in school on page 42, as if it can improve Prim's future, as if it's a choice Prim has not to go. Yet this is supposed to be a place where mining coal is people's main avenue for income...after the age of 16/17.<br/><br/>#14. Why didn't Katniss give Prim advice to help her life without her? ""Prim, forget school that'll get your nowhere. Make and tend a big vegetable garden of berries, greens and roots. That'll be your carbs, so you don't need to enter the Hunger Games for grain rations! Mom, teach Prim reading and maths, and tend the garden with her. Gale, can you trap some baby rabbits for them to breed their own, easy meat in cages over grass?"" (since no one would steal them). ""With the money you get from selling extra food, buy more goats to sell milk and cheese, too."" In fact, why weren't they doing all this all along? Why weren't others? Ah, those darned lobotomies!<br/><br/>#15. Did I miss a law for dark haired, grey-eyed people to mine, or else? What about all the other jobs needed in D12? The majority of D.12 are supposed to be coal miners who get paid very little for their hard, dangerous work, yet there's plenty of other jobs they could do (and that would NEED doing! So...each new generation of coal miners choose not to be meat-hunters, bakers, butchers, teachers, prostitutes, pub staff, Moonshine producers, grave-diggers, police/peacekeepers, staff of the Mayor, fruit growers &amp; dryers (raisins on Pg. 37), hide-tanners (all that leather), fabric producers &amp; dyers (for pretty dresses, ""pink"" ribbons, trousers, blouses, babies' diapers, sanitary pads, etc--What do they make it from? Cotton? Hemp?), cotton/hemp farmers (unless these starving people can afford to import all that in), animal farmers (pigs, sheep, goats, cattle, horses), wagon builders (pg.48), clothes washers, wool spinners, makers/importers of school &amp; office supplies (paper, pencils, chalk, text books?), herbalists/healers (Katniss' mother), soap or toothbrush producers, black-market businesses, carpenters, plumbers, electricity company workers, electricians, electric bulb &amp; wire &amp; switch manufacturers, steel workers (knives, fences, pots, ovens, nails, sewing needles), guards for herds of livestock?, shoe/boot-makers, garbage men (rubbish bin's emptied on Pg.34), etc, etc.<br/><br/>#16. The Capitol called the games ""HUNGER"" yet they don't want any of the hungry to believe any of them are so hungry they actually die from hunger. HUH? Pg. 33: ""Starvation is never the cause of death officially. It's always the flu, or exposure to pneumonia. But that fools no one.""<br/><br/>#17. Which district pumps oil? The amount of fuel to make and transport all these products of ""industries"" back and forth across the country means fuel needs are immense. They have hovercrafts, trucks, tractors and trains... I thought the trains, at least, must've been coal-produced-electric (given their high speeds), but then the train on page 540 stopped for ""fuel""! Not even trains today do that (electric). Soooooooooo...?<br/><br/>#18. THE WRITING.<br/>So many adverbs. So many cliches (""silent as a stone"" + ""fresh as a raindrop"" + ""chilled to the bone"" + ""shaking like a leaf""). So may dialogue tags. If it's just two people in a conversation, we know who's speaking after the first dialogue tag/action beat! This drove me nuts:<br/><br/>""Yes, there's usually some,"" I say.<br/>""Katniss, it's just hunting. You're the best hunter I know,"" says Gale.<br/>""It's not just hunting. They're armed. They think,"" I say.<br/>""So do you. And you've had more practice. Real practice,"" he says. ""You know how to kill.""<br/>""Not people,"" I say.<br/>""How different can it be, really?"" says Gale grimly.<br/><br/>THE GOOD...................................<br/><br/>Indeed, I thought there were a lot of good things in tHG, despite all the above. I really liked the author's prose and pacing. The ""little duck"" comments in the beginning with Prim were so cute and creative, I was drawn in right away. And the cat and her hating each other got my attention as well--very unique. I loved the creativity in how simply the author wrote, ""Entrails. No hissing. It's the closest we'll come to love."" These are what spurred me to click ""buy now"" ASAP. Loved having a strong female lead who wasn't bitchy or whinny! I think this confuses a lot of writers who aim for strong, but Katniss was created with talent. The rare trope/pairing of ""Masculine Girl, Feminine Boy"" made the read more interesting, and I think that, too, took talent to pull off. The characters of Gale and Prim were my favourites, and I got teary just reading the Kindle sample where Katniss substituted herself in Prim's place. After the sample is where it went down-hill for me--leaving district 12 and the characters I was most invested in.<br/><br/>Personally, I would have found it a fascinating read without the Hunger Games, but rather a story of how they cope in District 12 (minus lobotomies!), how their survival progresses and how their relationships grow and are challenged in that interesting setting.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3W0TUB7TBUYX5?ASIN=0439023521	A Unique twist on modern Literature	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins will blow your mind with this fantastic read. The main plot is about a girl named Katniss Everdeen. When her sister's name is picked for the 74th annual Hunger Games, Katniss knows that her sister is too weak to compete. Katniss is forced to join a competition where you fight to stay alive in an arena with the most extreme living conditions. They must live for several weeks without any resources. The last person left alive wins. Will Katniss rise to the expectations from District Twelve or will she fall under the standards and lose her life to the deadliest place throughout all of the districts? Suzanne Collins wrote an award winning novel that deserves more appraisal then it has received. If you are interested in a GREAT read and very interesting book, The Hunger Games is a great thriller and adrenaline rush.<br/><br/>~CB~</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMD6O3ML6QGPL?ASIN=0439023521	Violent, but not a celebration of violence	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I admit that I wasn't too excited when my book club picked this book as our next read. I'd heard just enough about the plot to make me nervous. Kids killing each other, really? I'm supposed to read this for entertainment?<br/><br/>I gave it a chance, and found it to be a riveting and compelling read. Violence is integral to the plot, but it's not gruesome or drawn out. This is no celebration of violence, but rather a story about what it means to be human in the face of violence.  I left with a deep emotional attachment to the characters, and a concern for their welfare living under a government  that keeps its society in check by forcing children into a life-and-death struggle on live TV. Questions are raised about the dehumanizing effect on the audience of watching these gladiator-like games -- apt questions in our world of reality TV shows.<br/><br/>Parents, certainly this is one to read and discuss alongside your son or daughter. But I would rank it as similar to the later Harry Potter books in terms of intensity and violence. This is a dystopia, so it's meant to be disturbing, but the tone is similar to <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Giver/dp/B004V2AWKG"">The Giver</a> -- not <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Brave-New-World/dp/0060850523"">Brave New World</a>.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30RAE2RR23ASF?ASIN=0439023521	A vacuous story written for a vacuous audience	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">First off, I must admit that I am far beyond my teen years and, for some, that may explain ""it"" (my discordant review). Having never read any of Suzanne Collins's works, I had no expectations as to her literary prowess, style, or, if it exists, the purpose (apart from mercenary considerations) of her writings. I chose to read Hunger Games (Kindle edition) because many independent sources liken it to Harry Potter, which I thoroughly enjoyed (the books, not the movies). Indeed, an oft repeated refrain is, ""If you liked Harry Potter, you'll love Hunger Games."" Really? You be the judge . . . .<br/><br/>For those with limited time and patience, I will summarize my review, now, by saying that I believe Hunger Games to be a vacuous story expressly written to a vacuous (ergo, undiscriminating) audience. If one reads some of the negative reviews, one finds the question (in various forms), ""What is there about Hunger Games that teens find awesome?"" The unequivocal answer is that which applies to the appeal of today's entertainment media: action, special effects, but no story! I think it safe to say that teens are more excitable than they are pensive, more superficial than introspective, and more easily entertained than challenged - and that may explain the popularity of Hunger Games. It is precisely akin to first person shooter games: you blow things up, kill the survivors, and move on to the next level with the profound observation, ""Whew, that was close!""<br/><br/>Hunger Games is written in the first person point of view, i.e., EVERYTHING that happens is seen from Katniss's viewpoint. The problem that issues from this POV in Hunger Games is, essentially, that there is no development of any other character because one cannot get into their heads - other than what Katniss allows; unfortunately, being rather self-absorbed, she does not allow for much and one is left with a teen autobiography that could have been exhausted in one chapter. As in first person shooter games, other characters are, for the most, to be spared or killed and what, if anything, they think, say, or feel is beside the point.<br/><br/>It should be no surprise that Hunger Games progresses slowly because it is bereft of a captivating or interesting story: one blows things up, kills the survivors and moves on to the next challenge - the interim between challenges being filled with uninteresting reminisces or asides that are non sequiturs, at best. I dare say most people (teens) could read only the ""action"" sequences, skip the rest, and finish the book having missed nothing - all in one chapter.<br/><br/>Interestingly, as reviewer Alex pointed out, you know that Katniss is going to survive the games because (1) she had to survive to tell the story and, (2) she has to be around to relate the sequel. Here one might point out that the same is true for Harry Potter. Yes . . . but, in the Sorcerer's Stone, one is not told in the first chapter that, in the events that immediately follow, only one will survive - a theme that, coincidently, J.K. Rowling artfully develops over the course of seven volumes.<br/><br/>Finally, I share the observation and, indeed, the concern of others, that Hunger Games lacks a moral definitive or imperative; more than one chapter of kill or be killed in the abstract gnaws at the fibers of my core, which I find intolerable. As I stated, however, that is precisely what first person shooter games are about - and nothing more. Life is inconsequential.<br/><br/>I found nothing in Hunger Games akin to Harry Potter; indeed, I found nothing at all redeeming in Hunger Games. Perhaps I was too distracted: while reading Hunger Games, all I could think about was The Predator.<br/><br/>Ed</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6EFJE2B7H4CB?ASIN=0439023521	Katniss: Kid Lit's Most Unlikable Heroine	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read the both The Hunger Games and Catching Fire a couple years back, before Mockingjay had come out and long before this  (undeserved) hype had started. I've always been an avid reader, so when I stumbled upon it at the library and it looked interesting, of course I took it home. Like anyone, I found the story fast-paced and compellingly told, but I didn't like much else about it. After I finished the two, they quickly left my mind, making no impression on me.<br/>I only just got around to reading Mockingjay last week (I can't stand not to finish a series once I start), amidst the inexplicable amount of excitement about the series and the upcoming movie. Upon finishing it I made the decision, once again, that the Hunger Games is not a good series.<br/><br/>I have rarely encountered a character I dislike as much as I dislike Katniss. A comparison that comes to mind is Harry Potter's Professor Umbridge--and even then it's a different situation, because you aren't expected to root for Umbridge, while Katniss is the main character and the narrator of this trilogy. Katniss is cold, selfish, entirely self-serving, oblivious to the kindness of others, brash, vengeful, and truly cares about no one. All this, and in all three books I failed to see any character growth. She badly mistreats her mother, Peeta, and Gale throughout the series (and yet, Peeta and Gale both follow her like puppy dogs--this makes absolutely no sense as she has no redeeming qualities) and, although several times realizes it, does nothing to rectify her actions. Sickening, truly. Perhaps the best example of Katniss' absolute lack of character is at the end of Mockingjay when she votes ""yes"" for a final Hunger Games. While Peeta vehemently disagrees with the notion, Katniss agrees thinking only of revenge. Way to have some growth, Katniss, it's really endearing of you. To me, Katniss is an empty shell of a person. She is hardly the only person in Panem to have suffered hardship, so she should probably grow up and deal with things as a functioning human would. But Katniss seems to have no soul and hardly any humanity at all--and this is the heroine leading us through this acclaimed trilogy.<br/><br/>It's true that the series is fast-paced, compelling, exciting. But if one takes a step back to examine, at least, the first two books, what is it? Nothing but a weak, bare-boned story about a girl surviving in some woods by killing others in devious ways. The story of the revolution is very thin indeed in comparison to the graphic details of kids killing each other in cold blood. In other words...boring, brutish, and barbarian, just Katniss displaying her lack of moral character as she clings to survival. Yawn. But more disturbing, these books offer no redemption, no message of hope. Just blackness. It's unsettling and disturbing...and even more disturbing that so many people are considering this series so wonderful.<br/><br/>Yes, I know--the books are deeply symbolic, meaningful, brilliant. But not to me. To me they are nothing but a waste of paper concerning one soulless, selfish, unlikable girl and a whole lot of death. This series will never be anything to me, and the current hype around it is ENTIRELY undeserved. As for me, I'll never waste a cent on any part of this franchise--books, movies, or anything else. Brilliant? Please. If you want to read a really brilliant story, try something with a little more redemption and humanity.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FCNQTM0ZSLLO?ASIN=0439023521	Entertaining yet Hollow; I'm torn	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm not sure how I feel about The Hunger Games. At the end of the day, isn't it about whether or not you liked it and would recommend it to someone else? Yes? Then, okay, consider me as giving it a thumbs up. The book is entertaining--you want to know what kind of curveballs Katniss and Peeta are thrown next during the actual Games.<br/><br/>On the other hand, as I think about the story as a whole (or perhaps as a ""hole"")...it's shallow.<br/><br/>Let's start with the love story. I could see all along and was expecting Peeta's feelings for Katniss to spark some sort of emotional turmoil within the heroine...she started to love him only because it meant survival. I have no issues with that. My biggest problem with the love story was this hint of a love triangle developing with Gale. Gale was present for all of one or two chapters. I don't think his character was developed well enough to make Katniss' conflicting emotions at the book's end believable. Someone in her shoes would have either been in love with Peeta or not in love (or not think that they might be in love) with anyone else. At the beginning, we're not given any reason to believe that Katniss might have feelings for Gale, and the fact that she starts considering that possibility two-thirds of the way through the book, with Peeta (who she thinks is generous and handsome) obviously falling hard for her, feels unnatural. In the end, the way the love story was left as a sort of cliffhanger was expected but it still felt shallow beyond that.<br/><br/>Secondly, I'm not sure I'd classify this book as young adult...and the fact that they say 13 year olds can read it is laughable. I'm an adult male with fairly moderate views, especially when it comes to violence and sex...but when I think of how this book will be played out as a movie, I feel that there's no way it couldn't be rated R, if the movie stays true to the book. Children are impaled by arrows and spears, creatures bite off huge chunks of other kids' legs, and Katniss is completely naked (in front of an adult man) on more than one occasion. I know she's not in the buff in any sexual situations but it still seems off to me. I don't know.<br/><br/>That said, as a communication professor, I enjoyed the book's study of reality television and look forward to seeing the movie. Going forward, however, the issues present in this first book, mostly as it relates to Katniss' character and her underdeveloped internal conflict, makes me question whether or not I want to read ""Catching Fire."" That is my current internal conflict.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVUOUJCEJAQKZ?ASIN=0439023521	Compelling	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read the entire book in one night.<br/><br/>Brutal in so many ways, yet without causing damage to the reader, and certainly no dwelling on pain, suffering, or violence just for the sake of it.<br/><br/>Compelling, cool story, solid character development, and well-constructed plot. Not the most original concept for a story, but certainly has enough angles, twists, and depth in and of itself to make for a very worthwhile read. I thoroughly enjoyed the book and enjoyed the pure escapism it offered.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22F3UM58B1867?ASIN=0439023521	I Hunger for More Games!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was not sure what to expect after seeing the teen/Sci-Fi label attached to this Novel. Being a middle aged male and seeing the main character was a teenage young adult female, I was wondering if I had made a mistake in ordering this.<br/><br/>I was quite pleasently surprised, with the magnetically riveting tale of a future that was dark, bleak and saddening. What has become of a once great continent. A story of a girl becoming a woman in the most brutal circumstance. When she's forced to chose between family,friendship,love and survival. A future where young people are forced to play a game of battle, and survival between what would be called states or districts to the death.<br/><br/>Only one can claim victory! Maybe not as simple as it seems. We all have choices in our lives, this young woman has to make choices in a world gone mad, where government has decided that these games must take place to keep an already beaten down people in there place. Well written, entertaining and a real page turner is how I would describe this work. I would have to say yes it has a teen flare as it's told from the young ladies perspective in her own narration. I enjoyed it all the same.<br/><br/>I would recommend this novel to anyone above the age of 10 or so, it does have some violent passages. Overall a nice surprise, glad I ordered it at the end of reading. I might even get the sequel. Which I would assume will be on it's way.<br/>If it looks interesting to you, pick it up. You will enjoy it.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2AQQNN9QLA5G8?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games Trilogy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read the books one after the other within a few weeks. Interesting theme, fast paced in certain parts but did not keep me engaged. Lost momentum in the second book but picked it up again in the last book which was good. Not a book I would typically select but was suggested  by my daughter who loved them and we enjoyed having discussions about the themes, characters etc.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32TBLI0TDZZHI?ASIN=0439023521	An unforgettable book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well this book is as different from Collins' Gregor the Overlander series as it could be.  While the Gregor books were simply good, The Hunger Games is outstanding.  There is constant action as Katniss is literally fighting for her life most of the book.  The first time I read this book, I thought it was a sort of spoof on Survivor.  It is kind of like Survivor, except it is a fight to the death.  I read this book through in one sitting, forgoing food and water to keep reading!  I was dismayed to find that it is part of a trilogy and have been anxiously awaiting subsequent books in the trilogy to find out how it ends.  For those looking for love or romance, there is very little of that in this book.  This is something men would like as much as women, due to the lack of emotions beyond those of fear, determination, and survival against all odds.  In fact, my husband loved this book and he is not a reader.<br/><br/>Things I like about The Hunger Games:<br/><br/>1. The plot: so many twists!<br/>2. The pacing: once you start, you just can't stop!<br/>3. The world building: finally, a fantasy novel that I ""get"" right away, without having to read hundreds of pages to figure it out (like I did with The Demon King).<br/>4. The character development.<br/>5. The suspense: You would think that having already read THG twice, I would not be as caught up in the suspense---but I was. My heart was pounding at certain parts, even though I already knew what would happen.<br/>6. The page turning action: just try to NOT read this one in one day, or even one sitting!<br/>7. The emotion: Is there anyone who read about Prim's shirt tail slipping out of her waistband as she walks up to the stage at the reaping and didn't want to cry? I know I did! Or what about Rue and the flowers? Even Peeta's leg at the end made me sad again.<br/><br/>Things I don't like about The Hunger Games:<br/><br/>1. The character names were a little difficult to adjust to.<br/>2. The constant focus on finding and cooking food makes me want to eat!<br/><br/>If for some unearthly reason, you have not read this book, drop everything and go read it now!  I'm not a gusher by nature but I could go on and on about how great this series is!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27LFFBNZEHMFB?ASIN=0439023521	Fantasic dystopian World.  Action/Survival, Romance and more await!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well this book lived up to a lot of the hype that surrounds it. While the name and cover still do not grab my attention the story, once started, did.<br/><br/>This book is written in first perspective, from the heroine's aspect. Her name is Katniss Everdeen. She starts off in her home, a simple, poor area of the land. She is the provider for her mother and sister with her hunting skills. To protect her younger sister, she is sent to the capitol, along with local boy Peeta, to 'participate' in the annual Hunger Games.<br/><br/>These 'games' are fights to the death, aired and shown to the capitol and all 12 districts under its control, in a survival arena of sorts. The book shows, throughout the story, a somewhat futuristic dystopia society. The tributes (Katniss, Peeta and others in the game) are given basic weapons (bows, spears, clubs) and the district where Katniss is from uses herbs and eats basic foods (squirrel, wild turkey, etc) but the capitol has voice command room service, automatic hair dryers, and a camera/screen set that tracks and shows the tributes (no matter where they go) to the viewers. It is an interesting combination.<br/><br/>There is a 'romantic' setting as well. Katniss and Peeta are to appear as a united team to the people. Peeta even admits to liking her during his interview. So a setting for 'star-crossed lovers' is created. However, Katniss has various feelings toward Peeta throughout the book and its very realistic and understandable, especially when there is possibly another guy back home.<br/><br/>Yet while there are time I can relate to her, at the same time several of her thoughts want to make my roll my eyes or drop my head onto a desk. While she is survival smart, she is not people smart. She can't socialize and cannot read people worth a darn. While it is annoying at times, it is also endearing and has created a unique character.<br/><br/>Overall, very good book. 4 1/2 stars is my official opinion, but I will give it 5 since I can't do halves. Its a constant pace of survival, and action with just the right touch of romantic possibilities.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3Q8XLHB8SN5G6?ASIN=0439023521	Fast PAced Action, Heart breaking story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is a facinating read, even if the concept of a corrupt government abusing it's control over its citizens has been done in simliar ways before, this book is certainly the most detailed and memerable one of the lot.<br/>Katniss is a warrior even if she refuses to acknowledge this fact in herself. She has qualities most of the other tributes lack, her compassion being the biggest difference there is.<br/>The things the tributes have to endure and do are horriying in our world. None of can imagine the fear and heartache of having to pit our children against each other to the death for the amusement of a bunch sobbish rich people.<br/>Personally I think Katniss teaming up with Rue was a good thing. And regardless of the reasoning behind it, it was very strategic on both their parts. Both girls can move quickly and silently, and both accompany each other nicely in terms of food.<br/>The Careers' trap is simple ingenious really. what better way to eliminate the competition? They however didn't factor in how cunning Katniss is, too bad for them really.<br/>Katniss' closeness to the little girl Rue really made me cry. In my opinion a child that young should no way have been forced to compete with kids much bigger than she was. I like and respect Katniss for how she not only friended the little girl but honored her as well.<br/>The gesture in District 11, when they gave Katniss the loaf of fresh bread after what she'd done for Rue doesn't go unnoticed by Katniss, and certainly by the reader either. I assure you my heart broke a second time in that small gesture of gratitude from the struggling district.<br/>I'm unsure how believable Peeta still being alive when Katniss finds him is. Then again, like the tributes, the reader loses track of the days as well. What seemed like two or three weeks of events could very well have only been a few days.<br/>Katniss overcoming her fears and distaste for playing the role of healer is remarkable, though I don't understand how Peeta had received no gifts from the sponsors while Katniss did.<br/>Peeta and Katniss play the role of lovers almost flawlessly, though how Katniss can still think that Peeta is playing a role is beyond me.<br/>I was sad at Foxface's fate. That girl was truly as clever as a fox. I think the biggest shocker for me were the Muttations. That totally blew me away and broke my heart all at the same time!<br/>The last few chapters of the book were totally new for me. I've seen the movie and these chapters were surprisingly absent from the film. I look forward to getting my hands on book two<br/>I give this book 5 of 5</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIA9J5W49KAEM?ASIN=0439023521	A new public favourite that delivers	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I know so many people who have read THE HUNGER GAMES and loved it, that when I picked it up I was kind of nervous about not loving it. It's more common that, if the general public loved it, I'll love it too, but I was still worried.<br/><br/>I was most surprised by how much ""before the Hunger Games"" there was: the reaping, the parade, the training, etc. I expected it to get to the Games pretty quickly. The before stuff was still good, it really gave us a good chance to see the Capitol as a whole and the role that they played in the story. It was also a great time to lay character foundations. I think that the whole first half of the book is evidence that THE HUNGER GAMES is not a stand-alone novel. There's just too much setting up for it to get far enough into the story that it'll be done at the end of 374 pages.<br/><br/>The fact that Collins did spend so much time in character and plot development really is a plus. It definitely gives the reader time to connect to the characters. Even though we don't see Gale for long, we know that he's the most loyal best friend there is. And through the things Katniss remembers about Prim and her mother, we can definitely see what kind of people they are. Other characters like Haymitch and Cinna all add their own elements to the story.<br/><br/>Katniss herself was a very strong female lead. Her main goal is to stay alive, and you can't have any flimsy girly-girl in an arena with 23 other tributes, fighting for her life. Katniss was the perfect heroine. Peeta was a great character, too. Although he seems half-useless in the Games, you can also tell he's a really great guy. What I loved about him was how he cared so deeply, and seemed like a genuine human being throughout the novel. No matter what the Capitol, or anyone else, threw at him I always felt like he was an honest, caring person.<br/><br/>Since the majority of the book was about Katniss fighting for her life, there really wasn't a chance to develop much romance. It's constantly in the undercurrent because of their strategy, but any real romantic connection between Katniss and Peeta seems improbable and far-fetched. But I understand that. Either way, I'd almost like to announce myself as Team Peeta, but I feel like we aren't far enough into the love story to make any definitive conclusions ;).<br/><br/>Overall, THE HUNGER GAMES is a whirlwind of a story that takes you on the incredible journey of a girl fighting to live. Although the pacing makes it evident that this novel is the first in a series, there is a lot that happens. It's definitely the perfect beginning to a series. I'm pretty excited to see how the story is going to continue.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3EEJ7V1UAQUCB?ASIN=0439023521	A page turner from Reaping to Closing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The story begins just before the reaping. One male and one female - between the ages of 13 and 18 - are chosen at random to represent their district in the Hunger Games - a brutal fight to death between 24 tributes from the 12 districts, where there can only be one champion. Katniss and Peeta (who she refers to as the boy with the bread) are the tributes for District 12 and are shuttled off to the Capitol to be prepped for the arena. The Hunger Games began years ago when the districts (13 of them at the time) revolted against the Capitol. The Capitol implemented the games as a reminder of that revolt and as a way to control the remaining 12 districts. The teens are first paraded in costumes that represent their districts in an opening ceremony. They are trained and graded on their skill and then they are interviewed, all for the sake of gaining sponsorship (help) in the arena. The twisted and voyeuristic nature of the games is not without genius. The citizens of Panem watch their children prepare for their deaths, and they are helpless to change.<br/><br/>When I first picked up the Hunger Games, it took me a few chapters to get into the narrative. The story is told from Katniss's point of view, however, it is written in first person present, so getting into the rhythm of the story took longer for me than most other styles. Overtime I grew to appreciate this style, especially since as a reader; I was experiencing everything as Katniss was and learning only what she knew.<br/><br/>Susanne Collins did a wonderful job of describing the dreary and dismal District 12, the hopelessness of its residents and the conflicting feelings that Katniss experiences. After losing her father to a mine accident, Katniss practically raised her kid sister since her mother was useless after her husband's death. Katniss had to grow up quickly, fend for herself and take care of her family; this makes her a fearless heroine, single-minded with only thoughts for survival. This also makes Katniss a very emotionally underdeveloped character. She hasn't had time to mourn her loss, she had to keep going in order to keep her family alive and this comes out as she enters the games.<br/><br/>Even though there is a lot of violence in the story, there is still a lot of character growth. Minor characters are given rich back stories and major characters full and by the end of the story, familiar. The plot twists were not immediately expected, there were a lot of times that I found myself wondering what really will happen next and was rewarded with an answer that left me wide eyed and open mouthed. As the reader leaves the arena and view the victory party, there is a feeling of impending doom - President Snow is not happy with the outcome, what will he do to our characters next?<br/><br/>While the Hunger Games is written for an older teen audience, I all can enjoy this and there is something in it for everyone.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1L334IID4IP3R?ASIN=0439023521	Hauntingly good read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I actually saw the movie first. When I saw the advertising and the crazed fans I kind of pushed it aside and ignored it because I hate fads. They usually tend to be shallow, superficial, and completely obnoxious. This book is none of those.<br/><br/>After I saw the movie, I had to get the book. And I spent the last two days reading it. I forced myself to put it down in the middle to get some sleep, it was that hard to stop reading. I have to admit, it is partially that 90-95% of chapters end in cliffhangers. In most books that gets annoying, but here it's completely understandable. It's the stream of consciousness of a girl in a kill or be killed situation. But it's also the story. It's almost impossible to depart from this story without knowing what turns it's going to make. Actaully, I KNEW in advance what the turns would be and I still wanted to keep going. That, in a nutshell, is an authors dream. It's a bit of a mantra we're taught in writing classes: ""People are looking for every excuse to put your book down. Don't let them."" Indeed, Ms. Collins has perfected that art.<br/><br/>It was also a bit difficult to read, mostly because of the premise. I bawled, I'll admit. It's extremely painful to think about. But it's also a potential future for us, and please let me explain that. Our populations are growing, what will we do when we run out of food and space but kill each other off for our own survival, as happens in the history of this book? Then you know someone will set up a regime (if people are left at all) and quite possibly will do anything to make sure the rest of the people serve them, need to serve them. That's history, and it's so eerie because it feels so real.<br/><br/>My last comment is that I'm glad it was aimed at young adults. After other horrendous books (that shall not be named, though we all know which four I speak of, I'm sure), it's great that something is there to treat them like mature, intelligent adults. That is what young adult fiction should be, not the excuse it currently is for bad writing and even worse story telling. However, it will take a mature mind to be able to handle this. I believe the tween/teen/young adult range IS capable, if they put their minds to it, but the people I find not liking it are the kind that can't handle it. Or, like me, they haven't tried it because they assume it's just another pathetic fad.<br/><br/>People, don't be like me. If you have a level, mature head, read this book. Just make sure you have a good stretch of time to read it. And, if I may offer, the best place to put it down if you need to is in the MIDDLE of a chapter, not at the end. That harkens back to my earlier comment about cliff hangers. She isn't kind to people who need to finish their chapters before going to bed, so break that habit and cut it off in the middle of a chapter if you have to cut it off anywhere.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3336ZXLHDJEJ4?ASIN=0439023521	Disappointing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this because of all the hype surrounding it. I should know better! It was very disappointing because I was expecting something much better than this. It's not the worst book I've ever read, but it's not very good. It is also written in the first person, and I personally prefer third person omniscient narration. I dislike first person because it makes it impossible for the reader to know anything that is going on outside of the protagonist's view, and in the hands of a mediocre author, it makes for a very poor story.<br/><br/>To begin with, there were too many plot holes, and the characterization was very poor. When I finished this book, I honestly didn't even care what happened to any of the characters. They could all die, including the protagonist, and I wouldn't miss any of them. That's not really what you want to go for when writing a book. I felt the author has a poor sense of humanity and history. I find it absurd that people would allow their children to be taken from them without any sort of protest. There should have been permanent civil unrest. Death is no deterrent. There are things that are much worse than being killed, like having your twelve year old daughter taken from you.<br/><br/>I also felt the author is simply pandering to unthinking teenage girls by writing a sanitized novel that wouldn't offend anyone. There is no mention of religion or political ideology, so what exactly runs this continent wide dictatorship? If Hitler couldn't keep a dictatorship going for more than a few years in an area as small as Germany, what sort of person could run one over an entire continent for so long? No one is the correct answer.<br/><br/>I also felt the author had never hunted (or bothered to research hunting) and had never been to the area she had written about. It supposedly takes place in the Appalachian mountains near West Virginia or maybe western North Carolina/eastern Tennessee. I'm not sure she knows how important religion is to the people who live there. You would never be able to get it out of them, not in a million years.<br/><br/>Stupidity apparently does sell, and quite well. I find it ironic that the author wrote this book as a reaction to reality television, because I feel the book is written about as well as one of those shows. Most don't think very much about the media that is being fed to them. If someone says it is supposed to be good then they believe it is, whether that is true or not.<br/><br/>The overall premise was interesting, and perhaps some of the above wouldn't have bothered me so much if the author had actually written a good story with well developed characters (see: Willing Suspension of Disbelief). If you are wondering whether you should read it, I wouldn't bother.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10PIFC60B8U9P?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games Review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Is it worth it to play it safe or risk it all? How does a person have trust in others? In The Hunger Games, written by Suzanne Collins, these questions are asked constantly throughout the novel. The novel revolves around sixteen-year-old Katniss Everdeen from District 12. Katniss volunteers to go in place of her sister, Prim, into the annual Hunger Games, an event where a boy and girl are chosen from twelve districts to compete to fight to the death. Only one can become the victor out of twenty-four teenagers. Tributes (the boys and girls chosen to battle) must use their special talents, skills, and techniques to overpower one another in a fight for survival. Collins wanted to elaborate on how governments can have complete control over a society; the futuristic representation of North America in The Hunger Games, Panem, is an excellent example of a dystopia.<br/><br/>  Collins wrote The Hunger Games to show how a government can alter and abuse their power to their benefits. The Capitol created the Hunger Games in order to punish the twelve districts in Panem after the fall of District 13. People of Panem called that day the ""Dark Days,"" where ""Twelve were defeated, the thirteenth obliterated"" (Collins 18). The Capitol wanted to demonstrate how powerful they were against the mass population. The society of Panem represents a dystopia. The government has complete control over society, but has gotten to the point where problems, such as poverty and famine, appear. The government also persuades the people that without their support, chaos would arise between districts; in actuality, the Capitol wants to contain and prevent rebellions from happening in the future. Collins is trying to send a message to the reader that problems in the book is a reflection of problems everyday; districts are constantly attacking another just like ethnicities, religions, and genders attack each other today.<br/><br/> The author's style of writing, especially in The Hunger Games affected her at an early age. Collin's father served in the Vietnam War as a lieutenant colonel when she was growing up. Her father taught her about military life, his experiences in the war, and even skills. Having been raised in a military family, she was influenced by the techniques that should be used in battle, especially in The Hunger Games.<br/><br/> The Hunger Games is similar to the Japanese novel Battle Royale, written by Koushun Takami. Panem, a representation of future North America, goes in hand with the setting in Battle Royale in that the setting takes place in future Japan. In The Hunger Games, Two tributes are taken from the twelve existing districts, choosing teenagers ranging from twelve to eighteen years old. This is similar to Battle Royale in that a group of teenage high school students are taken to an isolated island and are forced to fight to the death until one person remains. Lastly, both are similar in that the government has complete control over its people.<br/><br/> Suzanne Collins wrote the novel in the first person view of Katniss Everdeen. The reader is able to evaluate the thoughts and actions that Katniss presents. This is beneficial to the plot because the reader will be able to see why she makes certain decisions (her actions are significant as the plot progresses). For example, in the beginning of the novel, her sister Prim gets her name pulled out of the raffle to participate in the games. Katniss instead volunteers as tribute. As the reader examines the novel, one is able to discover why she takes such risks (entering her in a fight for survival); Katniss is protective over her sister ever since her father's death.<br/><br/> The author uses repetition in the novel, which were used in various ways to either grab the reader's attention or even trying to get a point across. One piece of information that was used constantly was ""`And may the odds be ever in your favor!'"" (Collins 19). This statement in the book basically means ""good luck"". In my opinion, it is a bit ironic; Effie Trinket, the announcer for District 12, constantly repeats this saying even though she knows that the chance of one person winning is slim. Twenty-three people will be killed in battle while one person receives all the glory. After reading this book, this quote stood out to me the most.<br/><br/> The novel of The Hunger Games fascinates readers all over the world. The book is an easy read, has an excellent plot, and entertains teens and adults. Although not recommended to a younger audience due to its dark and sometimes disturbing scenes, the author does a fine job by demonstrating an overpowered government controlling over their nation. Readers will also be able to pick up on how The Hunger Games can relate to similar novels about dystopias such as 1984. Suzanne Collins does a marvelous job by attracting readers to the novel, making it one of the most popular read books out there.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26O8FWDYOO6AD?ASIN=0439023521	The best book in the trilogy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Collins introduces us into a dystopian world in which Panem, the predominant nation in North America, holds annual, brutal, bloodbaths called ""Hunger Games"" in order to suppress and subdue the citizenry. We see the world through the eyes of Katniss Everdeen, a tough as nails teenage girl bent on taking care of her mom and little sister by whatever means necessary. Brazenly, Katniss takes the place of her younger sister when Primrose is chosen to be a contestant in the Hunger Games. Collins then adeptly builds suspense to the breaking point at which time hell is let loose in an arena in which children and teenagers fight to the death.<br/><br/>The Cons:<br/>1) Collins spends a substantial length of her book describing what each contestant is or will be wearing in the Hunger Games procession. My wife enjoyed the focus on clothing and fashion. I could have done without knowing the details of what each contestant would be wearing.<br/>2) The trilogy didn't end with this book. The next two novels aren't as thought out, developed, or unique.<br/>3) We don't learn a lot about the other districts in Panem. If Collins had spent the time she did on everyone's wardrobes leading up to the Games on getting to know the terrain, culture, and people in the other districts I feel we would have had a much better idea of and appreciation for her world building.<br/><br/>The Pros:<br/>1) Character development is solid and perfectly paced<br/>2) The story is suspenseful, dramatic, and adequate...no big holes or let downs in the plot itself.<br/>3) Though we see the world through the eyes of Katniss, she doesn't necessarily pick up on all the things we, as readers, are able to deduce. Collins did a great thing in writing the narrative from the perspective of a teenage girl, and to the author's credit, she realistically portrays that world view. Katniss doesn't know everything, particularly when it comes to reading people and their intentions. For example, she struggles with knowing the intentions of her male friends while the readers are able to see between the lines and deduce for themselves what Katniss misses because of personality defects.<br/><br/>In all ""The Hunger Games,"" is a very well written novel that will sufficiently pull you into a post apocalyptic and chilling world that is a reminder to us all what could happen should freedom become second to the alluring safety and strength brought by dictatorship.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FD7ZOHV03KER?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger in You	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This action-packed thriller lacks the background and character development to give substance to its narrative.  The author devotes 75% of the book to the thrill of the hunt, the predator-prey relationships, the cold calculating strategies and dynamics of the kill, but only 10% to the cultural setting and background of a society so desperate and so degenerate as to obediently sacrifice its children to suffering, torture, and death in a nationally-televised gladiator super bowl.  The author devotes not more than 15% of the book to the interplay of human emotions, such as empathy, fear, anger, trauma, desperation, and self-sacrifice that one would expect to explore in greater depth for a better understanding of the culture.  Too many questions are left unanswered.  Why are the children so cooperative in the preparation for their slaughter?  Why are their parents so submissive?  Why, with few exceptions involving the main characters, are the children described as hardened soldiers devoid of conscience or emotion as they go about slaughtering each other?  Why is there no mention of rebellion within the districts, and why do the districts police themselves so harshly if they aren't occupied by standing armies from the federal capital?  The reader is left with an empty shell, a top-heavy narrative with the action and adventure of Steven Spielberg's ""Jaws,"" but with the background and character development of ""The Three Bears.""<br/><br/>In literary comparison this book is dwarfed by the rich prose of Margaret Mitchell's epic ""Gone With the Wind,"" that takes the reader deep into southern culture; and by the strong cultural setting and impassioned emotional development of the television miniseries ""Roots"" based on Alex Haley's novel about a family's struggle under the tyranny of slavery in the old South; and by the gripping triumph of the human spirit so vividly expressed in the American drama film ""Stand and Deliver,"" based on the true story of high school math teacher Jaime Escalante who overcame all odds to teach calculus to reluctant students in an environmentally unfriendly high school district of East Los Angeles.<br/><br/>The ancient Greek aphorism ""Know thyself"" applies more to the reader than to the author or the narrative.  So what in this story appeals most to you?  You can think about it.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFF5XEIA488L6?ASIN=0439023521	Exciting plot, but doesn't offer much below the surface	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This seems like a good time to review The Hunger Games, what with the movie destroying the box office and all. This is a dystopian science fiction story about an annual competition in which children fight to the death. They are forced to participate in this as a penance for a civil war that occurred many years earlier. The main character is one plucky teen (Katniss) who volunteers for the ordeal so that her younger sister doesn't have to participate. There is a also a romantic subplot with a slight amount of intrigue in that she has two boys that admire her. I'm sure you can guess what happens to her in the end (hint: there are two sequels).<br/><br/>In terms of plot, although it doesn't really have anything groundbreaking (the plot borrows heavily from The Long Walk and Battle Royale), but it's well paced and exciting to read through. I couldn't put it down and stayed up fairly late finishing it. However, it doesn't offer much apart from that. The setting and premise is completely illogical (for enjoyment it's best not to think too much about it): why would the ruling government think that slaughtering children is a good way to maintain peace? It's also implied that the ruling government maintains its wealth and happiness at the expense of the poorer outlying districts, but as described the districts have vastly less population, and given its advanced economy it seems unlikely that the government would really need the labor regardless. The best that can be said about the writing is that it's workmanlike--it doesn't get in the way, but you won't really every get much joy from some particular diction or turn of phrase. It's also unfortunate that the novel focuses so much on the violence of the hunger games themselves, rather than on the characters' feelings about it. Only Katniss shows any kind of nontrivial thought, and yet the potentially interesting love triangle among her and her suitors is barely explored.<br/><br/>Overall, if come in not expecting much more than cheap thrills, you won't be disappointed. After I finished I felt sort of hungover, like I had just consumed some drug that, while giving me an enjoyable high, left me empty inside of any authentic stimulation. But I don't want to understate how fun the book is to read while you are doing it. After all, it's not possible to read intelligent literature all the time, and if you read The Hunger Games instead of watching reality TV, then that's at least some improvement.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CN1BLES0BKPY?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games - Review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've been meaning to read this book for quite a long time now. The recent release of the movie trailers have convinced me to go ahead and do it already.<br/><br/>I was instantly bored, and the only thing that kept me reading was the reassurance from friends that it would get better further in. There was far too much telling and not enough showing. Which isn't really the author's fault at all. Stories that are that action-packed are incredibly difficult to portray in words.<br/>I have a feeling the movie will do better than the book, but I have to give mad props to the author for coming up with such a great story.<br/><br/>I thought the romance was played up too much. I'm big on cheesy romance, but they kissed every other word. It was kinda getting on my nerves. I knew Katniss wasn't really into him, but Peeta was killing me. I actually got pretty into the book by the end of it and was loving how much he loved her.<br/><br/>Once I forced myself past the first couple pages, I actually read the entire thing in one sitting. I thought the author played the emotions of the reader (myself) very well. I was hating the capitol and feeling sorry for the tributes. It was a pretty emotional book. I felt that with more showing and less telling, I would have probably cried at least once. Maybe even multiple times.<br/><br/>All in all, I skimmed a lot during the first part. Once it got to the actual hunger games, I was enjoying it much more.<br/><br/>This is one of those books that I don't have much to say about. It's a book that speaks for itself. It's not one of my favorites, and I'll probably never read it again, but I'm definitely glad I read it. It's given me a lot to think about and is making me quite excited for the movie.<br/>I only hope they do the story justice.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2D1I2G6KR03QT?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book That Stands On Its Own Merit	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As a first note, beyond a few sparse comments I am not going to give the plot of The Hunger Games away at all. If you want to know more about it just pick it up and read it for yourself. Or wait and go see the movie, although I always advocate reading the books in a series before seeing the movie. Let's face it, film just never will have the capacity to capture all of the things that go on in a beloved character's head the way the printed page does. But I digress, so back to the review.<br/><br/>I've seen numerous comparisons between Suzanne Collins The Hunger Games and Battle Royale by Koushun Takami. Even I made the mistake of assuming she'd likely  taken a similar premise. However when I picked up The Hunger Games and started reading it I realized there is little resemblance between the two books outside of fact that both are about teenagers forced into a fight to the death by a totalitarian government bent on reminding its citizens that they can and will do anything to anyone who rebels. If anything this book actually reminded me more of the Stephen King novel The Long Walk, which pitted teenage boys in a death march to the finish with the last boy standing declared the winner.<br/><br/>But all three books essentially have little to do with each other beyond likely being inspired by real life events throughout history that we've seen repeated time and again. The brutal Roman gladiator games and the child soldiers of Sierra Leone are just two real life examples that come to mind, let alone the fact that public be-headings and hangings used to be considered fit entertainment for the whole family in this world's not distant enough past. Having read all three books mentioned here in this review I think it's safe to say no one got the idea for their books from anyone else. Just that three different writers came up with three very different and excellent ways to use the past and their vivid imaginations to give us a window into common themes everyone can identify with: why bending to a totalitarian government is always a bad idea, preserving one's humanity in the moment when it seems least likely one can do that, loyalty, love, friendship, family and of course, how the human spirit can refuse to be broken even in the worst of times.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games delivers on all of these themes and more in spades. I was captivated by its heroine Katniss Everdeen from the first page and Suzanne Collins does a wonderful job of making you care not only for Katniss and her fate, but the lives of everyone that she touches. So of course I am adding Suzanne Collins and her trilogy to my list of authors and books that not only give me entertainment on those chilly nights when insomnia strikes, but leave me to ponder the larger themes of life in general. And maybe once I'm done with her trilogy I'll go make a return trip to those other two books I mentioned in my review as well. Each one stands alone on its own merit although I like the fact that I get to follow Katniss further into her journey from the girl in the woods to leader of a very much needed rebellion.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R346DJI6FKSN9W?ASIN=0439023521	Very good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really do not understand the people who think that this book does not have substance or is too shallow and action-oriented. Katniss is a complex character who represents the moral conflict involved in such a complex situation. I dont know if people are expecting her to be some kind of great hero who somehow wins the games and saves the lives of every contestant, but that is impossible here and she, like every other contestant(except one, wont spoil it here), puts her survival before all else. Still, she is conflicted by feelings of friendship toward other contestants and this internal conflict is revisited throughout the story. She is confronted with the choice of faking romantic feelings for another contestant in exchange for gifts that will help her survive. Is this really such an amoral thing to do when you put it in perspective? The kicker is that those feelings begin feeling real, and she simultaneously wants to pursue them and avoid them, weighing the costs to both herself and others. The morals involved in this story are complex and undefined. Those looking for black and white, right and wrong, good vs. evil will not find it here (exception being the obviously evil capitol). Ironically, they are the ones calling this story and its character shallow when really the characterization of Katniss is about as realistic as such an unrealistic scenario could provide. Which brings me to my next point: realism. This is a science-fiction novel, and i have come across reviews complaining about it being unrealistic. One person said the author knows nothing about medicine. Guess what? We dont know anything about what kind of medicine may exist at any time in the future that this story is taking place. Obviously, they have medicine that can do things that no medicine can do now. Its fiction, shes allowed to make stuff up. All in all, this is a very good book with exceptional pacing and a great balance of action, detail and substance that will leave you unable to put it down. I look forward to the rest of the trilogy</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1B31IURI1KUG9?ASIN=0439023521	A brave young woman surrounded by inepts and psychos.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Heck, I'm one for a strong female protagonist, but this book does just about everything they could to make Katniss look like the ultimate hero. Let's try to write a review without spoiling anything.<br/>The book is a fun and quick read, something you might think of as a palate cleanser.  At a little over 370 pages with extremely generous spacing and font size, the book can be read fairly quickly.  There's nothing wrong with this, sometimes that can be very refreshing after a more intense larger book (hence the pallet cleanser comment).<br/>Let me say right now that I liked the book enough to pick up the sequel.  It has many problems, but it does just enough right to make me curious of what happens next.  The concept is cool, though some might find it unoriginal.  I won't go into the Battle Royale similarities, since I am sure many others have already done this.  The political setting is very intriguing.  The bravery of the main characters really shines as well.<br/>Let's delve into the negatives of this story.  Nearly everything in this book seems a little convenient.  There are certain twists and turns that prevent the main character from having to make any real major decisions.  The other characters fall into two major groups as I titled the review.  Psychos who are so blood thirsty they can't think, or inepts who either don't have survival skills or can't fight (not both really).  It takes away from a lot of the danger Katniss faces each day of the games.  Also the frequency of romance would be vomit inducing if it was actually put on the screen, and have the exact opposite effect that it is supposed to have on the audience.<br/>There are a lot of improvements to be made in Suzanne Collins' storytelling.  With that said, I can see some major potential in this series and will at least read the next book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22QA6269SSY56?ASIN=0439023521	"Don't Let ""Young Adult"" Deter You..."	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've been hearing about The Hunger Games for a few years now. Fellow friends and readers have urged me on several occasions to pick up the book, the whole trilogy in fact. Two things put me off the idea. The first was the fact the the novels are considered ""Young Adult.""  As a fairly well-read individual of many genres, with plenty of classic and modern literature under my belt - I had trouble visualizing myself reading a book written for children.  Secondly, when friends tried to describe the plot to me, it just didn't make a whole lot of sense.  After reading it, I see why. The plot is difficult to describe to those uninitiated to the captivating world of Panem. When I heard they were adapting the novels to film I thought, ""Fine! Let's see what all this commotion is about!""  It was a great decision. For those of you with doubts similar to those I harbored, allow me to put your mind at ease.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games, and the entire trilogy are really NOT young adult novels.  The only reason I can find for this classification (and I've given this much thought) is that the protagonist, Katniss Everdeen - is sixteen years old when the series begins.  The story is written from her point of view, but with the highest level of style and imagery.  There is nothing juvenile or simplified about the plot, or the writing.  In fact, the diction is every bit as solid as that of Stephen King or any number of bestselling authors whose novels rest comfortably a few rows away from the YA section. The tone of the novel is grim and candid, no punches are pulled as Collins expertly describes a brutal, violent and dark dystopian future.  If the concept of a ""dystopian future"" wrinkles your brow - worry not.  No one wants to read another knock off of 1984, and there are dozens.  Beneath veneer of a world gone wrong lies an emotional torrent of hope and bravery that breaks through to the reader in every page.  However, the world of Panem is a violent place, and the plot - which very simply put - consists of children between the ages of 12 and 18 being placed into vast arenas and forced to murder one another with any available means.  Again, this is not a book for children.<br/><br/>But of course, the story goes much farther than that - and the trilogy as a whole has a thoughtful and original plot that leads the reader into deeper places than the lip-biting thrills of the games themselves.  Many reviews have been written with greater detail in regards to the plot, and I don't want to spoil even the smallest twists for the would-be reader.<br/><br/>The point is this; if you feel disinclined to read a YA novel, throw your inhibitions away and go for it, you will not be disappointed by the adult quality of writing and the very adult content of the plot.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QU61IXH0B7LI?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games... one of the best books you'll ever read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am a fan of young adult literature, but it is very rare that a book written for young adults is just as intriguing and moving to adults themselves. I could not put this book down and I read it in its entirety in only two days. The Hunger Games touches on issues that are relevant today, and issues that are similar to those found great literature like George Orwell's 1984. Suzanne Collins has created a world where politics are extremely corrupt, fighting to the death is an annual sport as admired and loved by some as the Olympics, and life itself is something you have to survive.<br/><br/>Katniss Everdeen is a strong sixteen year old girl who is determined to save her family. She is stronger and braver than most adults in the story, but at the same time she is extremely relatable to an adolescent reader. Her concerns range from that of love, family, and commitment to friends, but she also has to worry about putting food on the table in order for her family to live. She is a very believable character that any reader would love.<br/><br/>The story line is violent, but not to the point where it would necessarily disturb its readers. One could compare The Hunger Games to the games of the Roman gladiators, with a little bit of Survivor mixed in. There is a lot of psychology found in the story and I myself have used it in a unit and applied advertising and persuasion to the story line. Teachers, you should try to work this into your curriculum because it is relateable, promotes critical thinking, and lends itself nicely to critical analysis and discussion. Your students will definitely be immersed in this novel! Manipulation, death, survival, and a small romance plot make this novel a must read for adolescents and adults alike. You will laugh, you might cry, but you will definitely want to read the two novels that follow!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VBLIF2GR4GDZ?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful! Desolate, yet hopeful!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">OK! I get it! I finally get what all the hype is about! Why did it take me so long to read The Hunger Games? Something all readers have experienced: Too many books, too little time! But I finally started this book, and I couldn't put it down! I've never read anything like it, that's for sure. I'm sure I don't have to describe the plot, because I'll bet everybody has heard of it in one form or another. There's the book and the movie being made, so that info is readily available. I will just talk about what a wonderful writer Suzanne Collins is and how much I loved this book!<br/><br/>I envy writers. I envy them their ability to take an idea, something totally out of the blue, and create a whole new world out of that one idea. People and places that you feel you know when they are described to you. That is a true gift, and one that Suzanne Collins has in spades! The world she created in The Hunger Games is desolate and terrible, with starvation and death an everyday occurrence. Yet, because she is so gifted, she also creates moments of sweetness, affection, and hope in the direst of circumstances. She makes you truly care about the characters and what they are going through, and she makes you want to keep reading even when the subject matter is horrendous. You want to take that little spark of hope and watch it grow into something greater than the whole. You feel everything that Katniss and Peeta feel. Their situation is impossible, but they do the best they can with what they have.<br/><br/>If this book were all about how awful the world is that the characters live in, then it wouldn't be worth reading. It's the hope that it could possibly get better that makes this book a keeper.<br/><br/>In summary, in case you can't tell, I loved this book! I highly recommend it to all YA and dystopian lovers alike :)</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PVC45D8DCVYV?ASIN=0439023521	I MUST read the 2nd book, and now	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have decided my reviews are going to be more about my opinion of the book than a synopsis of the storyline itself. If you need a general overview of the storyline there are countless other reviews you can read that will tell you all you need to know, and more.  So many reviews give so much away.  These kinds of reviews spoil my reading experience. When I read a review what I am looking for is an assessment and how the book affected the reader. Basically, I am trying to make my review what I look for in a review.<br/><br/>Initially, I was going to give The Hunger Games three stars, not because I did not enjoy it, but because when I first began reading I found the writing style to be a little simplistic.  A deep story, but a shallow way of telling it.  I have read books written for a younger audience before that I have completely enjoyed as an adult, and have found the writing to be perfectly mature. I don't think teen books need to be, or even should be, simplistic in style. The first chapter or two did not immediately grab me, the premise of the story, yes, but not the writing. I decided, however, as the book progressed, that the writing did also.<br/><br/>One example is When Peeta told Haymitch that Katniss did not understand the effect she could have on people and Katniss was offended, she thought she was being insulted.  My reaction was ""oh come on"" that is such an obvious and easy route to take, but in reality most teen girls are going to at least wonder if there might be a compliment in there, somewhere, I think.  Later in the day Katniss did indeed wonder just that.  This started happening more and more, my initial and immediate frustration with a certain situation would dissipate after I continued reading. The characters and situations become less one dimensional.<br/><br/>I found The Hunger Games to be like better reality television, even though the subject matter is extremely intense and thought provoking to my mind it is also at least somewhat of a fluffy read.  That may sound odd, to call a book set in such a torturous, difficult and unjust world fluffy, but it does lack just a little seriousness. I don't read much fantasy fiction at all, and to be honest it is not my thing, so I concede that I might be judging this aspect of the book a little harshly, and not giving the fantasy aspects of the storyline credibility they may well deserve.  It is possible I would consider the book to be more serious if there were no people in the future dyed green or sprayed sparkly. The purple and plucked people are not keeping me away from the sequel though, that is for sure! Like better reality tv I found the story undeniably entertaining. It seems I have become hooked on this barbaric fluff! My first thought after I finished reading last night was that I absolutely must know what happens next! I am giving the book four stars, because as my review title suggests I am going to the store to purchase the second book in the series TODAY. I don't think I will ever consider the Hunger Games to be a great book, but it absolutely is addictive and the characters became compelling!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OZTITJULW0QH?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">America has fallen and in its wake stands the oppressive country of Panam. 12 districts are inslaved to the mighty capital. The people of the districts work until exhaustion. Then there is the Hunger Games. Once a year, a boy and girl from each district are chosen to fight to the death in a dangerous arena.<br/>Katniss is a sixteen year old girl who has grown up to quickly. When her father dies in a mining accident, her mother drops into a deep depression. The survival of the family then falls on Katniss's shoulders, who is at the time only 12. Though she is strong and learns to hunt. Miraculously, she saves her mother and sister from starving to death, but soon she sees that its not enough. When the people gather for the annual hunger games four years later, it's Katniss's little sister Prim who is chosen to fight. In one last effort to save Prim's life, Katniss volunteers to go in her place.<br/>  After years of hunting, Katniss knows how to kill, but can she take another human life as easily as she does an animal's? In the games, is there really a difference?<br/>  The Hunger Games will have you on the edge of your seat. I was sure as I was reading that a rebellion would break out. That something would save Katniss from participating in the games, but nothing does. You will not be able to put it down. Its a masterpiece that will make you think. At least, The Hunger Games made me wonder where exactly is our society headed. What our choices today will bring for our future. Also, it reminded me of how blessed I am. I know that after reading this book, I won't be taking anything for granted.<br/>  Read The Hunger games. It's amazing, addicting, and eye opening for those of us who have forgotten how well we live in modern society today.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JGSW4C9OJT78?ASIN=0439023521	This is for Teens? Adults with love it even more!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of those crazily persistent Amazon suggestions kept showing this book after I bought my Kindle 3 and I finally gave in. The next morning, bleary eyed from lack of sleep and with a full understanding that I wasn't going to get much done on my Christmas vacation, I bought the other 2 books in the trilogy. I can't say that I read them so much as I absorbed them into myself. So, even though there are over 1200 reviews here to read, I simply have to add my own.<br/><br/>Our story revolves primarily around a teen girl named Katniss, but includes many secondary characters of great vividness and depth including two teen boys, Peeta and Gale. These youngsters are from District 12 in the country of Panem; a future version of a collapsed United States. Being the final District in 12 total, her district mines coal as it's primary duty and life is exceptionally hard and brutal there. Unlike more advanced districts that make luxury goods or electronics, there is not enough food to really thrive and Katniss has been providing for her diminished family through poaching the forbidden forrests for years.<br/><br/>Panem, probably a shorter version of PanAmerica, experienced an uprising in the districts some generations back. As a result, District 13 was destroyed and made inhabitable and each of the remaining districts placed under terms of brutal submission. A reminder of this submission are the Hunger Games. These twisted annual games require that each district select 2 children, a boy and a girl, by lottery who are ""tributes"". In the games, they fight to the death in a specially erected environment.<br/><br/>This short description doesn't even broach the surface of it, really. Like today's Survivor or Ancient Rome's Gladiatorial games, there is intense competition in the Capital to have a more elaborate environment or compete for the best costumes at the opening ceremonies. All of this trite competition completely overlooks the basic hard fact that these children are going to be forced over days and weeks to kill each other. The more gruesome and horrible, the better they love it. And the environments themselves are dangerous, with many dying slowly of thirst or hunger or eaten by animals. The Gamemakers throw targeted horrors at them to keep things interesting and moving along on top of all that.<br/><br/>Katniss, as you might imagine, winds up in the games by volunteering for her younger and more gentle sister. It is she and Peeta, a boy who once saved her life and the life of her family with a single act of compassion, that now compete in the games in which only one of them can hope to survive.<br/><br/>While the games are certainly a focus of the book, the story artfully blends the life of District 12, the whirlwind leading up to the games and the game itself into a comprehensive whole. The masterminding of a strategy with an old drunkard winner, Katniss and Peeta leads to the romantic struggle as well. You become at once a member of the audience and the invisible rider on Katniss' shoulder, urging her on and forward throughout the book.<br/><br/>I genuinely enjoyed the story, which is taut and entirely original and can't imagine how this is geared towards teens other than the use of words below a certain grade level. In truth, the use of words works with this story in a way that using complicated words seen in ""adult reading"" books would not. Katniss would not resonate with the reader nearly as well.<br/><br/>There are two further books in the trilogy and both of those are equally highly recommended. I only suggest that you buy them all at once or be sure your Kindle is ready to receive before you start this one. You won't want to stop at the last page.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R80HV3LPSR5D2?ASIN=0439023521	Survivor on Acid	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Oh my racing heart!  I now know why everything I've read about this book raves about it and tells you to make sure you have a period of time to devour this book start to finish.  I really don't know how I have managed to put it down the last couple of days!<br/><br/>The book is set in North America after a huge war which leaves the Capitol the victor and the districts the losers.  In the Capitol everything is peachy, but in the 12 districts, things are anything but.  Katniss is lucky that she and her friend Gale are able to hunt outside of the district lines without getting into too much trouble, since she provides meat for her family and other important families in her district.<br/><br/>The title of the book, The Hunger Games, comes from an event that is held every year.  Each child in a district, ages 12 - 18 has their name entered into a drawing that occurs before the games to select the male and female representative of their district.  Some, like Katniss, have their names in there multiple times, because once a month they can add their name to the drawing in order to get needed supplies for their families.  When her little sister, Prim, is chosen at her very first time of eligibility, Katniss immediately offers to take her place because she knows she has a much better chance of surviving than her sister.  The male chosen in this year's game is Peeta, the baker's son (and yes, this is important on more than one occasion.)<br/><br/>Once the kids are selected, they are taken to the Capitol to be prepared for the fight for their lives, literally.  The point of the games is to have one winner, the one who survives the longest.  I will say that there is killing in this book, some of it is brutal, but when it comes to survival, these young children have to make an extremely stressful decision: to kill or to be killed.<br/><br/>This book is a fast-paced riveting page-turner that will keep you guessing about the final outcome up until the last - so much so that I dreamed about the book last night (before I finished it)!  I can pretty much guarantee you that you will want more, but will find out that this is book one and I can tell you that book 2 isn't coming out until September 1st.  I, for one, can NOT wait!  (And if you're like me and tend to get impatient while waiting for sequel books to come out, read this one in August so you have less time to wait!)  The ending is good and solid, yet there is still a lot of information that we just don't get in the first book.  I am seriously chomping at the bit here, people!<br/><br/>Notes on the Cover:<br/>I love the black.  It really hits home the point of the bleakness of the lives of the majority of the people in each district, also of the situation the Capitol forces on the people of the districts.  The gold mockingjay pin on the cover is beautiful.  I just know there is more to the story of this pin, but I just haven't totally figured it out yet, nor have I figured out why the person who gave it up did, and what their motivation was.  (In this book, it's all about the hidden objectives!)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KBO67GZD5D4I?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is a great book. Katniss Everdeen lives in the country of Panem which sits on the ruins of North America. Panem used to be capital surrounded by 13 districts. The districts rebelled against the capital but the capital defeated all the districts and destroyed district 13. As a reminder that the districts could not destroy the capital they invented the hunger games. In the hunger games  24 people are put into an arena and fight until there is only 1 left. The only rule is that you can't eat your enemies. Each year they had something called the reaping. That is when they pick who will be in that year's hunger games. You had to be between the ages of 12 and 18 to be chosen for the games. They put the name of everyone in that district in a drawing and pull one male and one female. Each year they add your name one more time. It is not fair because you can add your name more than once and they will give your family more grain. The poor people have to do this but the rich do not because they have plenty of grain .Katniss has her name in 20 times. Gale, Katniss's friend, has 42 slips. It is done one district at a time.<br/><br/>In the book, Prim, (short for Primrose) Katniss's younger sister's, name is picked.  Katniss volunteers to take her younger sister's place in the hunger games. The male selected for the hunger games was named Peeta.  Along time ago Peeta saved Katniss's life when she was starving by giving her some bread.  Many times there are people called Careers, who have trained to be in the hunger games their whole lives. But, Katniss has an advantage because she has hunted and knows what she can and can't eat.<br/><br/>The book has 6 main characters. They are Katniss, Peeta, Haymitch, their mentor, Gale, Katniss's friend from back home, and Cinna. Katniss and Peeta were players in the games. Haymitch is a middle age man who is always drunk.  He plays the part of their mentor for the games. Gale is a hunting partner and friend of Katniss. Cinna is one of my favorite people. He is Katniss's stylist and is always helping her.<br/><br/>This book is geared toward young adults, but I would recommend this book for anyone over 12 years old. There is a lot of violence in it. The first half I found a little boring. It did not seem like much was happening. Then they got to the games and the fighting started. From there on I did not want to stop reading. This is not the first time this idea was used in a book. It is the same idea as ""Battle Royale."" This is a book about survival. Each person in the game needs to have survival skills, be able to outsmart the competition, and be strong and fast in physical ability. I thought that Suzanne Collins plot and ending were brilliant. Overall I think The Hunger Games is a great book that I really enjoyed reading.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2S92MAKP5W5ZF?ASIN=0439023521	"Austin from Lake Tapps says, ""awsome book"""	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games<br/><br/> If you like action blood and violence and your hungry all the time go to check out The Hunger Games.  The Hunger Games was written by Suzanne Collins I think she is a great author.  This awesome book has three hundred seventy four pages.  The Hunger Games has to sequels.<br/>This book is about a girl named Catniss in a really poor district.  The districts are part of the Nation the Nation is made up of twelve different districts.  The districts poorer as they go up the capital is the riches of all.  Katniss is in the poorest district so she has to poach.  Every year the capital comes to collect two people from every district.  They start at district twelve.  The first tribute is a boy<br/>Peeta Mallark.  The names go from side to side and make a swishing sound the girl tribute is.............  If you want to find out Read the Hunger Games.<br/>Personaly my favorite part of The Hunger Games was when Katniss came back for Peeta.  I liked it because Peeta is awesome and he would have died if she hadn't come back for him.  He had a cut in his leg and almost bled to death.  The person Katniss killed had a first aid kit in his backpack and that is what saved Peeta.  Then they both lived in a cave for five days.<br/>The most important thing I learned from this book was to make friends and keep them for a long time no matter what.  Never distrust them.<br/>There are two sequels to The Hunger Games they are called Cathing Fire and Mocking Jay.  If you don't read The Hunger Games Catching Fire and Mocking Jay will not make since.<br/> I recommend this book to all that seek adventure, action and survival.  Also if you like sudden changes this is the book for you! The Hunger Games.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RG5Q951AK634K?ASIN=0439023521	So Glad I didn't listen to the Negative Reviews	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This series is fascinating and brutal. It's addictive and you keep thinking about it long beyond finishing the books. I hesitated for a while to read them because of the many negative reviews, the comparison to Twilight (yawn) and supposedly bad ending but none of it is true. This is a great Trilogy and I wish there were more books. The target age group might be teenagers but I'm 46 and couldn't put them down. I'm glad I read them and can't wait for the movie.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RILFIGPLWMN1N?ASIN=0439023521	A review for adult readers.  No spoilers...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This review is not just about HG, but the trilogy as a whole, which presumably most will finish.  To put this in perspective, I'm a 40 year old male who generally enjoys Michael Connelly and Harlan Coben.  I read the trilolgy due to all the hype and at the recommendation of others.  When I was on vacation recently, about 7 people were reading it by the pool, and not one person was under 45!  It's about a dystopian, futuristic North America, now called Panem, divided into 12 districts and run by the opressive Capitol.  Each year, a boy and girl from each district must fight to the death in an arena in a competition known as the Hunger Games.  It also deals with the struggle between the people and the government.  It's a mix of Lord of the Flies, Star Wars, Harry Potter, Mad Max, and The Running Man.<br/><br/>The Good:<br/><br/>1. A great, fun adventure/sci fi story.  It's worth reading for this alone.<br/><br/>2. Good character development.<br/><br/>3. The first-person-present-tense delivery is an effective literary device that works well for this story.<br/><br/>The Bad (which are really ""nitpicks"" for adult readers):<br/><br/>1. It's somewhat of a Harry Potter rip off with terms like Quarter Quell and characters named Plutarch Heavesnbee.<br/><br/>2. Prose/syntax: Ms. Collins overuses fragmented sentences (perhaps to add to the whole dark, dystopian setting) throughout the trilogy, which makes the prose very choppy at times.<br/><br/>Overall, this is a great series and I think many of the negative reviewers are over-analyzing.  Just kick back and enjoy it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HTOXQLA7VNXT?ASIN=0439023521	It is a good read, but shallow	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">OK, I think this review would attract some violent attacks and rebuttals.<br/><br/>Just let me express my views and reasons before the fans would like to lay fists on me.<br/><br/>I admit that the story has nice designs and plots, and one can be addicted to it once he starts to read it. There IS a nice flow. BUT, after finishing the book in two days, I felt that the characters are but superficially developed. There is not much ink spilt on any prominent characters but their actions and words, so after finishing a large portion of the book I could not help thinking :""what have I read so far? so?"" I can't really recall any feeling deeper than wanting to know how the characters would eventually come to their fates, which, inevitably, can be guessed right at the start.<br/><br/>When I have finished reading, my worry on superficiality was even further justified. When it ends, it ends, I could not really do thinks I usually do after reading a book such as sit back in my chair and ponder upon the story, characters, their fats, the ends, etc. There is nothing to be thought of, it is a simply story with a simple set up! I think that this is the main reason that I have such a feeling, and also the main reason some people fall in love with it too!<br/><br/>Anyway, I think I will wait some time before thinking of starting on the second book, and I am not saying that this book is bad, it is just maybe not my kind of taste. For someone who just wants a good read with intensity and twists, this would come handy. Hence, I gave the book a three star comment, it is neutral.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1K1DUFC8WI953?ASIN=0439023521	I'm a fan for now on....	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I posted a review of this book on my message board,<br/><br/>[...]<br/><br/>This is what I said-<br/><br/>Wow! Just wow!<br/><br/>I saw a sneak of the movie last year and thought it would be an interesting movie to check out. Then this past week I was reminded of it from a preview on a Blu-Ray I rented. So I paused the movie, went to Amazon and grabbed the book........and a new obsession is born.<br/><br/>This is probably the best book I've read in quite a while. And I don't say that lightly, because I've read some fantastic stuff this year including some of the work from some of our fellow Cryptsers.<br/><br/>I won't type out an entire synopsis, but what we have here in The Hunger Games is a post apocalyptic tale of the survival of the fittest story, of both body and mind, but it's also a love story. The combination of which tells me Suzanne Collins is a genius in capturing two genres that normally ignore each other and forcing them to realize how they can work together--meaning horrific dark fiction vs. romance. Don't misinterpret what I just said, there is no bodice ripping here, but it will tug on your heart strings.<br/><br/>And to think, this was published by Scholastic Press! What? Seriously? I haven't read one of their books since I was a kid plenty long ago. I guess I should pay more attention to what they're doing now, eh?<br/><br/>And for my added pleasure, I found out just today that this is a trilogy. I'm hitting Amazon as soon as I finish typing this to get BOOK TWO! :-)<br/><br/>Loved it, loved it, loved it. :-) Can't wait for the movie (or movies?)!!!!!<br/><br/>~C</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22A4S438P97SI?ASIN=0439023521	Breathless Pacing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What I really like about this book is how the author states everything in a matter-of-fact way. There are no long passages aimed at describing every square inch of a scene, there are no characters droning on and on about their motives except the lead character of course. In effect, there is no pretentious 'world-building', no trace of a pseudo-dark atmosphere that seems to have permeated into every form of fictional medium these days. Don't get me wrong, this is a serious book and far from light-hearted, but there are no delusions of grandeur on the author's part trying to conceal a weak plot.<br/><br/>The author stays on top of the plot throughout the book and once I got through the first page, I couldn't stop. It compelled me to finish the trilogy in a matter of days and Katniss and Peeta are wonderfully fleshed out (in this particular book).<br/><br/>It isn't perfect though. The part of the book leading upto the finale is fairly slow (but the middle is amazingly intense), the Capitol and its population are not very well detailed in the sense that it is hard not to just cast them as debauched freaks and lastly, Katniss gets to escape from quite a few crucial decisions during the Games themselves although this seems to be counter-balanced by decisions she takes towards the end of the book.<br/><br/>It definitely is worth reading and take my advice and start reading this on a Friday evening. Or else have an excuse ready for your boss or your professor or your teacher for the next day ;)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3YT62WEDVRGV?ASIN=0439023521	All-Time Top Ten	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins has pulled of an amazing feat with ""The Hunger Games,"" providing a heart-racing story that pulses with characters and a sense of old-time survival, while running parallel with near-future themes about society and entertainment. The premise--twenty-four contestants, ages 12-18, fighting each other to the end on national TV--sounds modern, but it hearkens to gladiator days, issues of genocide and oppression.<br/><br/>Katniss Everdeen is the young woman caught up in a struggle for her life after deciding to take her younger sister's place in the games. Viewed as a hero for this, she becomes an audience favorite, despite coming from a traditionally weak district. But Katniss is not weak. She's a survivor. She's helped provide for her family. And, underneath it all, a core of rebellion has been growing against the totalitarian government of the Capitol (set in the Colorado Rockies). Further endearing her to the fans and further complicating her own decisions, a boy from her same district confesses that he is in love with her, just before the brutal games begin.<br/><br/>Is Peeta lying to create sympathy for himself? Is he truly in love with Katniss? And if only one person can survive to win, who will it be? What about Katniss' family back home watching, and the boy she's grown close to during her hunting days in the woods of her past?<br/><br/>Collins does an incredible job of world-building, showing us a place that feels familiar and believable, yet odd and unsettling. The games themselves have the feel of long history. The character-building is equally adept, with Katniss seeming heroic and vulnerable, strong yet feminine. This world and these characters come together in a plot that is startling, satisfying, and fast-paced.<br/><br/>I've read some great books for this market--everything from Lord of the Rings, Chronicles of Narnia, Harry Potter, the Tripod Trilogy, and the recent ""The Purloined Boy""--and this ranks up there with such classics. With the perfectly titled ""Catching Fire"" on its way, I look forward to even more from this series.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3Q2NI9UHMLS40?ASIN=0439023521	Could Not Put It Down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely loved this book. I think it was amazingly written.<br/><br/>SPOILERS<br/><br/>This book is about a dystopian future where the US is split into 13 districts, rather than states. Every year each district must ""sacrifice"" a boy and a girl to go fight to the death in the Hunger Games.<br/><br/>Katniss is a 15 year old girl living in District 12. She is the main provider for her family, since her father's death years ago. On the day that the sacrifices are to be choosen, Katniss's little sister is choosen. Katniss immediately volunteers to take her place. A boy is choosen also, Peeta. Over the course of a week or so, Katniss and Peeta are sent to the Capitol to train, prepare, and get ""polished"". Once in the Arena for the Games, Katniss and Peeta split up, until almost the end when the rules are changed. Peeta and Katniss become a team in order to win the Games. Peeta and Katniss pretend to be in love in order to gain more supporters. Once Peeta and Katniss are the final two ""survivors"", the Games's officials tell them that they must fight to the death and that only one person can be the winner, which is reversing the rule change made halfway thru the game. After a daring move made by Katniss, the Officials are forced to allow both Peeta and Katniss to be named winners of the Hunger Games.<br/><br/>You are left wondering what will happen next to Peeta and Katniss. Will their faux romance become real for Katniss as it is for Peeta? Will there be reprecussions for Katniss's action?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZAEEY56UGD6O?ASIN=0439023521	Summer reading.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My school assigned this book as summer reading for all (about to be) high school sophomores.  We are actually assigned to write a ""letter"" to Suzanne Collins and explain our thoughts about the ending or an important event in the book that causes us concern.  Though this is a great book, it has terrible, choppy, grammatically incorrect, and simply treacherous sentences scattered among the pages.  It seams as though there are a lot of run-on and fragment sentences, and the sentences don't really flow.  It seams as if the sentences are sometimes disorderly scattered in the paragraphs.  I find Suzanne to repeat a lot of the words she uses to describe actions and feelings often.  I'm not sure if this is due to a lack of vocabulary, or a lack of creativity or a thesaurus.<br/><br/>I must say though, that just because the grammar and sentence flow may be horrendous, it is a good book.  You're probably wondering how that can be.  Well, let's just say that there's more to a book than grammar and the fluency of sentences.  The plot seams to keep me interested, as it is different from the other books I have read.  I find at times I can't wait to read what happens next, no matter how predictable it may be at times.  It's sort of like waiting for your favorite part of a movie; You know that what's coming is inevitable, but you can't wait to see it anyway.<br/><br/>I don't think I will have difficulty with my school's assignment to critique Collins' work.<br/><br/>-Jessica</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QDFWUU1FRY4Z?ASIN=0439023521	Fast paced, smart, and witty. Great Read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Twilight eat your hearts out. It is because of you that I stopped reading; wondering how books of that caliber can still get produced. But I digress...<br/><br/>HUNGER GAMES is a FANTASTIC read, once I started on the first page, I just simply could not put the book down. I first heard the existence of this book from watching a preview on Youtube of the upcoming move. The preview looked very intriguing, it reminded me of a Japanese movie that I watched a while ago. More about that later. I didn't want to wait for the movie and really would like to know more about the story of Hunger Games so I decided to buy this book. The moment I started reading this book, I knew I made the right choice of buying it. The storyline is fantastic, right away it captivated me into Hunger Game's world. I understood everything the main protagonist was going through, her struggles and how she prevailed. Although the decisions she made were sometimes questionable, it's totally understandable. The author made great use of every human emotions and was able to captivate me from beginning to the end. This book is highly recommended!!<br/><br/>On another topic, a Japanese movie called, Battle Royale had very similar premises. The basic story of this movie is that a group  of classmates were sent on an island, and only 1 can survive in 3 days. If more than 1 lives, then everyone will die. Definitely give this movie a try if you fancy this type of story line.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2T5XM8CBIW2DV?ASIN=0439023521	I'm astonished at what I thought was a teen book, AMAZING!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was never really into this Hunger Games trilogy until my girlfriends son made me read it, I knew the premise ;kids fighting to the death, last one standing wins. I've read stories like this a few times. I compare it to Robert Heinlein's 'Tunnel In The Sky', Stephen King's 'Running Man', William Golding's 'Lord of the Flies', and especially Koushun Takami's 'Battle Royale'. Every one of those amazing in there own way.<br/><br/>And 'The Hunger Games' IS amazing. Worthy of the books mentioned above. Much like the 'Harry Potter' series, once I objectively began reading I became hooked. Suzanne Collins writing style is comparable to J.K Rowling. The details she gives the reader are real with feeling as well as layout.<br/><br/>This is not just a late teen book, it will even grab the most experienced reader. Very violent and savage,in a post apocalyptic time period where the United States is no more. It is known as Panem, the central capitol of the 12 Districts. Once which had 13, the 13th District chose to rebel against the capitol, which was not tolerated and the entire district was wiped out. And now to remind the population of the slaughter of District 13, the annual Hunger Games begin. One boy, one girl from each district in a huge arena and a fight to the death.<br/><br/>I flew through the book and am now a fan of a great tale of perseverance, the will to survive, kill to live, hunt to stay alive and trust those you love.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ADIXSEAHS1RZ?ASIN=0439023521	Perfect blend of thrills and romance...with violence	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This  book had me staying up at night! The characters are young teens who live in a world that is 1984/post-apocalyptic. The main thread is that in this world, there are various provinces and a 'capital,' but people who live out in the provinces are under the thumb of the capital. They have to sacrifice a boy and girl each year to participate in lethal hunger games - where only one victor may reign. Thse hunger games serve two purposes: to keep the provinces in fear and remind them who's boss (the capital with its technological prowess) and secondly to provide entertainment to the desensitized and out-of-touch capital residents. The fierce Everdeen volunteers herself to participate and so begin the feverish and thrilling hunger games. The first book in this trilogy leaves you wanting for more and although the sequels are not quite up to par with the first book, I recommend keeping them handy. The writing is thrilling and quick. The characters are well-developed and inspire a sense of endearment; the only drawback is that Everdeen appears at times clueless and overly suspicious - but maybe that's due in part to her insecurities as a teenager. It might be natural for her to be doubtful of other people's intent (like Peeta) after growing up in a hostile environment. This was a memorable book for me that I couldn't put down. I bought the trilogy package for my sister and she loved it!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQ9K6VJGW8NQU?ASIN=0439023521	Great read... but beware..!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games series is absoultely remarkable. A great read however, I must caution parents... There is a maturity level that should be obtained and an open mind. I, myself would not let a 12 year old sit down with this book due to its content. It is a wonderful book for your 16 and up year old. You know if this book may put ""ideas"" in your child's head. I suggest you read the book first, then decide. A lot of parents are sceptical about the book. I recently saw the movie and the scenes in the book are more descriptive, should i say, in the book than the movie. It is definitely a wonderful read.<br/><br/>Other than that, this book (and series as a whole) is amazing. I haven't read a series this captivating since HARRY POTTER. It left me begging for more. Wonderful book. Will instantly hook you. As as I did, you will probably lose sleep either reading it, or thinking about it. LOL! It is that wonderful, yes. Highly suggest this . Worth the money. I loved them so much, I actually bought the hard copy of all three books (: The book worm in me. Some books you just have to have hard copies of. (:</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13LAB4HTYIDEY?ASIN=0439023521	Decent read for a YA novel	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As an avid reader with a monstrous love for dystopian novels, people have incessantly recommended this book to me over the past few years. The premise intrigued me, and I eagerly anticipated the ""Lord of the Flies"" style Hunger Games. As I began the book, I found my interest and excitement waning as the narrative fell into the predictable and manufactured rut that plagues so many YA novel series.<br/><br/>My biggest issues were with the ambiguity of the dystopia that provided too few explanations for my taste. Every sentence and description of Panem and the structure of the government had to be taken at face value and left me with a thousand questions that remained unanswered. My other problem was with the character of Katniss. As a female who grew up in an isolated town surrounded by wilderness and poverty, I thought I would instantly relate with her character. This wasn't the case. I found her nearly inaccessible and felt that her personality and character traits shifted constantly to suit the novel's overall narrative.<br/><br/>I think it's an excellent read for middle-school-aged children, but the material doesn't hold enough themes or thought-provoking ideas to hold the interests of an older, more thoughtful reader. I would definitely recommend it for younger readers, though it may be too simplistic for others who are well-versed in the sci-fi/fantasy genre.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3C658WR5BY1CT?ASIN=0439023521	Hungy For More	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wouldn't exactly consider myself bloodthirsty, but I thought, given the edgy context--a society that puts teens in a battle to the death on live TV--Collins used a great deal of restraint actually. Based on some of the other reviews, I thought it was going to be a gruesome blood bath or something, like the massacre at the ending of Needful Things. It wasn't like that at all. I think most people who hated it are appalled by the premise to begin with, but you know what the story is before you even read it, so why buy it then? Yes, this book is intense and often disturbing, but it is not obscenely told. It's really no worse in graphicness than Lord of the Flies. (Mockingjay is much worse!) This book requires the reader to just go with it, to just except that this is how Panam is. Once you start nitpicking the reality of it actually occurring, it will ruin the read for you. Just go with and trust that it is the way it is, and if you do that, you will experience a fun ride with dark, tense and even sweet moments. My absolute favorite parts were with Rue. Peeta is pretty cool too. Those two characters infuse a lot of light to bring balance into the gritty narrative. Expect that this is upper YA in content and tone. If you are not the overly sensitive sort, you should definitely read this book. I was absorbed and read it straight through in one sitting.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBETMJYUA5MU8?ASIN=0439023521	Outstanding Understanding, Great Tension	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've just finished reading this novel and am incredibly impressed with Suzanne Collins' ability to see what the ""bread and circuses"" of the future may very well be. I'm even more impressed with her ability to write a novel set in that grim future and to create a hero, Katniss Everdeen, who is both victim and victor. In this story, written in the present tense from Katniss's point of view, I was immediately drawn into the action and felt great empathy for the people of District 12. Later, as I got to know more about the nation called Panem, which exists where North America once stood, I felt empathy for most of the other districts, even though I wasn't yet introduced to them.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games operates on several different levels -- as a survival novel, as a political novel, as a coming-of-age novel. On all these levels, it's uniformly excellent. The writing is smooth, the sentences lead the reader always forward. The characters (Katniss, Gale, Peeta, Haymitch, Cinna, etc.) are all well-drawn, with depths beyond what the novel's words describe. The action is almost nonstop. And, like the best of fiction, The Hunger Games is moral: it calls for taking sides for or against the rulers of Panem, for or against the workers from Distrcits 1-12 who produce the wealth but receive none of it. Highly Recommended.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NGD1YOKYAIDY?ASIN=0439023521	Absolutely addicting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I first got this book, I put off reading if for months.  I knew it was popular, but I didn't really know what it was about, nor did I think I would like it.  I was COMPLETELY wrong.  I couldn't put it down and was reading it in class, on the bus &amp; staying up late.<br/>Suzanne Collins has formulated a story that you can't help but want to read.  The Capitol (the controlling government) has set up a plot to keep the Districts (like States) in line and avoid uprising.  Each year, every district must sacrifice two of their children to The Hunger Games, who are ""reaped"" through a public drawing of their names.<br/><br/> The concept of The Games is simple.  Only one can survive.<br/><br/>The competitors must play up their skills, form short-lived alliances, and use their knowledge of the land to survive.  Oh, and they have to kill all the others, because that's how it works: for one to survive, the others must die.<br/><br/>This ""competition"" is a form of entertainment for the people in the Capitol, and viewing is forced on the districts, who supply everything to the Capitol citizens so they can have cushy lives, as a reminder of what the Capitol could do to them if they were to rise up against the Capitol.<br/><br/>Be warned now. This is an addictive series. If you read the first one, you're going to want to read them all!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GHVTU948T2KZ?ASIN=0439023521	interesting,well-written	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is a great book that people of all ages will enjoy. It is the first book in the series out of three. I think that the storyline is very well written and quite realistic and easy to understand. The Hunger Games is an event that one boy and one girl attend from each district. The main character, Katniss, is put into a drawing to enter The Hunger Games. Katniss ends up being chosen from District 12 after she volunteered for her sister, Prim, who was originally selected. Peeta was selected from the large group of boys for District 12. Katniss and Peeta are then sent off to start training for The Hunger Games.<br/> The Hunger Games is a life or death situation and there is only one winner out of twelve districts. Each person has a special talent or weapon that they use to their advantage in the games. Katniss' special weapon is the bow and arrow and it comes in good use to her multiple times. Katniss and Peeta are trained by a former Hunger games winner, Haymitch, and then the Games begin. It is a very aggressive and competitive battle against people from every district. Overall I think that the Hunger Games is an excellent book for different reading levels and for anyone over seven. I would recommend this book to anyone who likes a fast pace action book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTMPFK6JMPDK1?ASIN=0439023521	the hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was very suspenseful, and the build up hardly declines in this story of fightings, journey, survival, and romance. This book was so suspenseful that at the end I read the last seven or so chapters in one night. Here's a summary:<br/><br/>The story takes place in the somewhat distant future (familiar to people who have read The Giver, The City of Ember, The People of Sparks, or other future-setting books), when the country of Panem rises from ruins of what was once North America. Every year, just to keep Panem under their thumb, the capitol hosts the annual hunger games. In the hunger games, two tributes are chosen from each of the twelve districts(one boy and one girl), who are forced to kill one another(while managing supernatural wilderness survival!) until one tribute, the victor, remains. Our main character is Katniss Everdeen of district twelve, the less-than-likely to win district. She is heroic and without fear of killing another tribute. She is troubled in thinking that she must kill someone from her own district, thus creating the problem of the story. Upon being the victor after a long, chaotic, and heart-breaking game, she is troubled by something she did to embarrass the capitol. The book ends here, leaving you hanging so that you HAVE to read book 2.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWMTM8OOVJEIG?ASIN=0439023521	Okay, but not hungering for more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I will say this--The Hunger Games is a fast-paced novel that tells an engaging enough story. But that's part of the problem--it's *just* enough.<br/><br/>It's far superior to the last YA book series sensation, Twilight: Hunger Games has a strong, independent heroine who actually fights and has some personality; while it has elements of romance, the story truly turns on survival; it makes a few motions towards larger political issues; and it is fairly competently written.<br/><br/>With that said, what could have been an incredibly poignant situation--24 children forced to fight to the death--is reduced to an adrenaline rush, much like a real fight because hardly any of the contenders are fleshed out as characters. I found it hard to care about any of them except Rue, whose appeal is due to her young age. We get hints, but they're all cheap two-dimensional cartoons. Even Katniss and Peeta don't feel completely real at times. This is issue of quick-sketch writing plagues the entire book; it could easily have been twice as long without seeming overwrought if characters and cultural realities of the world were developed a bit more.<br/><br/>This book is as lean as the characters. An entertaining read whose hints at depth turn out to be trompe l'oeil.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LMGI3PE0QJR7?ASIN=0439023521	Absolutely phenomenal.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was not expecting to enjoy this book as much as I did. I purchased it to read before giving it to my son to read to make sure it was age appropriate and that he could handle the content.<br/>I found that I literally could not put the thing down and finished this in a day!<br/><br/>And absolutely marvelous world is created here and you are really pulled in! The characters are so uniquely themselves and they truly are beautifully realized n the page. Yu care for them and root for them and want them to succeed and win and that in itself is such a success!<br/><br/>The concept is wonderful, and is filled with enough subtext to keep adults interested and thinking as well as enough drama and action to keep the younger readers thoroughly entertained.<br/><br/>I'm always wary of blockbuster young adult books because it seems they can fall so short sometimes, but this one really hits it so far out of the park it's amazing. Especially since this is just really stripped down, bare bones story telling. It reads so simply it would be easy to dismiss, but the thought and attention to detail paid to the entire environment and the characters in them makes this a phenomenal read. It's going to be a standout for this generation for sure.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HPNIGFEZOWBG?ASIN=0439023521	Totally Waste of Time	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I can only say the story is sadistic, violent and no depth. There is no growth either in storyline or the main charactor. The most disturbing thing is that so many people think such a cold blood killing full of darkness story is wonderdul. And I got really bored by reading this book, time wasted.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KOAJT1OCUI14?ASIN=0439023521	On the same level as the Harry Potter series.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I never thought that I would like a books series as much as I loved the Harry Potter series, but that was before I read the Hunger Games. It has a wonderful plot, very well written, and has amazing charcters. It is about a country called Panem that used to be the United States of America which was spilt up in the 13 Districts and the Capitol that ruled over them. At one point the Districts rose up against the Capitol, the Capitol bombed District 13 to the ground and to put the Districts in their place they said that once a year each District had to send one boy and one girl between the ages 12-18 that are called Tributes so they can throw them into an arena where they are forced to fight to the death until one person is left alive. It has been 74 years since they started the Hunger Games and the stories centers around a 16 year old girl from District 12 named Katniss Everdeen who became the Tribute to keep her sister from the Hunger Games. Katniss is an amazing young woman that is brave, strong, and caring which is something rare for the heroine of a YA novel to have all at once. The supporting cast is just as good. If you are looking for a good book that you can lose yourself in, the Hunger Games is it.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PLHYOXL4HU96?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games by a 5th grader	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am reading The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins.  The story takes place in the city of Panem which was once North America.  The Hunger Games are a bloody battle to the death and are the capitol's way of showing that they have power over the 12 districts of the country. Two kids from each of the districts are chosen to compete in the games each year.  The main characters are Katniss Everdeen and Peeta Mellark. They live in District 12. Katniss and Peeta, along with 22 other kids, are trapped in the arena in a battle to the death.<br/><br/>It was interesting to see how the different characters reacted to the horrible situation of being in the Hunger Games.  A group of kids called careers hunted down other tributes during the night and killed them.  A small girl named Rue stayed away from people and hid.  She avoided any killing.  Katniss, at the beginning, hid but towards the end of the Games she was forced to start hunting.<br/><br/>I would recommend this book to kids who can handle death and destruction.  If I was the author, I would not have gone into such detail with some of the deaths as they may disturb younger readers.  The Hunger Games was a very good book and I hope you consider reading it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KMSMPHT6UGEY?ASIN=0439023521	Dark, Disturbing...fantastic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow.  Just wow.  I know I am way late to the reading party on this and I could probably (as a former teacher) write an extraordinarily lengthy review, but right now I am just in post THE END mode and am anxious to start book 2.<br/><br/>I must also add that while I normally am not a fan of first person style writing, and had to get past that initially, the story drew me in so deep it no longer mattered after the first 10%.<br/><br/>Well edited also.  I did not catch one solitary mistake.<br/><br/>This story is dark, disturbing and unbelievably for kids??  Published by Scholastic?  It's Dickensian and Running Man and Heart of Darkness and The Truman Show rolled into a captivating page turning tale that unnerves you and still you cannot stop reading!  Maybe my imagination fills in a lot of blanks, but I don't know that I would want anyone below the age of 15 or so reading this.  The final death is...disturbing to say the least.<br/><br/>So few books, especially for youthful readers feature a really strong heroine.  Katniss is that.  She is vulnerable, yet smart and calculating and still has a little bit of innocence and naivete that make you want to protect her.<br/><br/>GAH!  I need a time out.  For a minute.  And then on to book two.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38PMF2CT86QM4?ASIN=0439023521	Phenomenal talent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is phenomenal book.<br/><br/>When I read it I was reminded of this scene in the film Amadeus where the Mozart's music was described as 'an absolute beauty'.<br/><br/>See clip from the film Amadeus here.<br/><br/>For me &lt;a href=""http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/2767052.The_Hunger_Games"" title=""The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins""&gt;The Hunger Games&lt;/a&gt; was dictated by if not God, the some Angel scribe. The voice and clarity in which it speaks to the reader never failed, never erred and kept me glued to the page from start to finish.<br/><br/>I read the book in 36 hours flat, and was astonished by its vast vistas and effortless portrayal of an alien civilisation. It reminded me of Angela Carter: The Handmaid's Tale, most of all, but I loved the way it captured the essence of our own time with its games shows contests and sometimes extremely cruel reality TV.<br/><br/>A tour de force by &lt;a href=""http://www.goodreads.com/author/show/153394.Suzanne_Collins"" title=""Suzanne Collins""&gt;Suzanne Collins&lt;/a&gt;. If you have not read it, then clear some time in your diary and do so.<br/><br/>&lt;a href=""https://www.goodreads.com/review/list/26605751-sally-melia""&gt;View all my reviews&lt;/a&gt;</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DBA4HUC2B5GP?ASIN=0439023521	My favorite book. EVER!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book when I was in sixth grade. My friend was reading the book and I thought it looked pretty cool. Then he showed me something from the second book and I became interested in the whole Hunger Games thing. I read this book and immedialty wanted the second book. I spent all my free time reading this book. I couldn't stop at the end of a chapter, because at the end of each chapter is a cliffhanger and you have to read the next!!!!<br/>The book is about 16 year old Katniss Everdeen. She lives in District 12 in the country of Panem. Every year two kids between the ages of 12 and 18 are forced to go into the Hunger Games. Katniss's little sister, 12 year old Primrose (Or Prim as they call her in the book), has been chosen to go into the Hunger Games. Katniss volunteers to take her sister's place. The second kid is Peeta Mellark, the baker's son. Katniss and Peeta are shipped off to the Capitol and are in the arena for the Hunger Games.<br/>I would like to tell you more, but if I say too much, I might ruin it. I'm now currently on the third book and I love this series. Hope you enjoy it too.<br/>I would reccomend this book for middle school, high school, and young adult.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QCW4W48JBEDI?ASIN=0439023521	What a truly engaging story - couldn't put it down once I started!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After going through ""Gregor the Overlander"" with my 7-year-old, I was curious to see what else Suzanne Collins had penned. Upon searching, I found that there was an online fury about the upcoming release of the end of her ""Hunger Games"" trilogy.<br/><br/>I noticed displays for Hunger Games events at my local bookstore. I read some of the reviews and although it wasn't appropriate for my 7-year-old, I thought I might give it a try. I was more than slightly dubious because it was YA fiction and, to be honest, I have tried several titles that have been blissfully popular and wasn't that impressed.<br/><br/>This story was so well-crafted I started it on a Sunday morning and couldn't put it down until evening when I finished the book. This book is amazing.<br/><br/>I don't know how to describe it to others except to say there is almost every kind of conflict known to man in this book. The ideal of humanity, loss, suffering, oppression...it's all there...Will it be considered a great fiction masterpiece upside Orwell and Huxley? Hmmm...can't speculate on that, but I think it's definitely several hundred notches above some of the tepid mush that is passing for great fiction.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38FYB4JPW4JLX?ASIN=0439023521	Great Stuff - Hardly Gratuitous	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow, talk about a gripping storyline.<br/><br/>I'll admit I'm a sucker for post apocalyptic, end of the world fiction. This is a whole new idea to me though, brilliantly thought out and wonderfully written.<br/><br/>I know when a book really has me because I can spend hours reading without stopping and The Hunger Games definitely had me. When you catch yourself waiting for the chance to pick up your book (kindle) again so you can find out what happens next, then the author has really done their job.<br/><br/>Katniss is a brilliantly written character with just enough complexity to keep you guessing without being overly confusing just for the sake of it.<br/>I think Peeta could have been developed as a character a little more but then maybe that's what awaits me in book #2.<br/><br/>I haven't read Battle Royale that people claim this copies from but really how similar could they be? There are so many intricacies to ""The Games"" that surely they are different and maybe it's just the basic premise seems familiar. I'll have to reserve judgment until I have read it I suppose.<br/><br/>I'm looking forward to reading the rest of this series, The Hunger Games was a great start to a trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Q9Q0ROAZM8QY?ASIN=0439023521	Haven't been so emotionally affected by a book in years	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger games had me from the first word. I spent the first 150 pages or so feeling incredibly anxious for the main character. I felt as if I were scheduled to be executed an hour after I woke up the next day. The sheer dreadfullness of Katniss's situation just seems to bleed out of the book. I could hardly sleep after reading.<br/><br/>And so the premise of the book is its real winning card. It's just such an awful thing to imagine that you're completely entranced by it. The actual execution of the story is top notch as well. The plot drags you on with such urgency. The characters are most certainly likeable, real, and relatable, particularly the main character. As a young adult book, the language is fairly simple, but definitely nowhere near embarassingly so. I really would love to see a more adult version of this, though.<br/><br/>There are some aspects of the premise that don't quite add up. But I refuse to deduct a star for them, because the story couldn't be as great as it is if the author tried to ""fix"" them. Ignore these chips in the paint and you will thoroughly enjoy this book. Probably in one night. Two tops.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2W2VX5WVKJNZM?ASIN=0439023521	Hard hitting, edge-of-your-seat book - for adults, too!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Like many of the reviews posted online, I found this to be a very exciting, engaging book - enough that I finished it in two days, staying up late both nights just wanting to see where the story took me.  But first, I just want to say that I really don't like present tense for fiction.  That is the main reason why this will not be getting five stars from me.  I don't mind first person at all, but present tense just annoys the heck out of me.  But yes, back to the book!<br/><br/>The concept is nothing new at all(Battle Royale, The Long Walk, etc), but the author manages to put a new spin on it, making it seem fresh and exciting by putting it in a futuristic world hundreds of years in the future, adding in science fiction elements that are new for this limited genre, and making the characters come to life.  I wish it would have been more futuristic.  The book was very readable and kept me involved from the first few pages, but some of the characters seemed a little lacking to me, especially Peeta.  I didn't understand his actions at all, or his motivations.  Katniss is your typical girl in a way, but she was developed in a stronger sense.  Overall, though, there was one character I wanted to know more about - Rue.  Even though she dies halfway through, I wish the main character would have been her instead of Katniss.<br/><br/>The world building seems very incomplete, but there is a second book for that reason, which I hope to read soon (plenty of other stuff I have to read first, though).  I also wish a map would have included, but that's just my opinion.  Anyway, the reason this book gets four stars from me is the way it keeps you involved and keeps the reader tied to it.  At the end of the day, I want to be engaged and want to keep reading, and this book did just that, even if it was mindless entertainment.  If I wanted to learn I would actually read my schoolwork.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QP7V6HZ9TV3N?ASIN=0439023521	In Which the Massacre of Children is a Bad Time for Romance	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A Famous Person once said: ""Can love bloom on the battlefield?""<br/><br/>The answer, in the case of the Hunger Games, is No.<br/><br/>The setting for the Hunger Games is in the near future, when everything has been bombed to smithereens and the only civilization left is the Capitol and its surrounding twelve Districts. Every year the Capitol forces one girl and one boy from each district into a giant arena where they fight to the death, on TV, simply to remind everyone that the Capitol is in charge. The last one standing gets fame and fortune.<br/><br/>Sixteen year old Katniss Everdeen is selected to be one of the victims from District 12. Her hunting skills and knowledge of the forest are helpful, but to win the support of the audience she must pretend to fall in love with her District 12 male counterpart, Peeta.<br/><br/>It becomes one of the most confusing love stories I have ever read.<br/><br/>The story itself is fine, insofar as a story about children murdering each other can be fine. There is plenty of suspense, action, outwitting of enemies, survival, explosions, and occasional humor. The setting is descriptive and the characters are well rounded. But throughout the whole book you have to also deal with a semi-fake-romance between Katniss and Peeta.<br/><br/>The book is written in first-person from Katniss' point of view. From the very beginning, we are told that she only puts up with the romance to get support from the rich audience, who in turn might send down helpful gifts or tools into the arena to help them survive. Unfortunately she also knows that Peeta really does like her, and so you end up with a convoluted love triangle of which one point is the entire population of the city.<br/><br/>It's one of those situations where the reader understands and predicts things much, much faster than the characters do. Katniss describes Peeta as a nice, generous, strong, giving, attractive person, and then spends the majority of the book annoyed that she has to pretend to be in love with him. Much of my reading was spent waiting for the eventual ""Katniss eventually falls in love with Peeta"" chapter.<br/><br/>It would be like Sherlock Holmes identifying the culprit as a large, balding man with a walrus mustache and then spending the majority of the book obliviously buying pastries from the large, balding, mustache-d baker. We are never given a reason why Katniss does not actually like Peeta, other than a weak ""there's another boy back home who I am also indifferent towards"" excuse.<br/><br/>I really want to like the Hunger Games. The story and setting are unique and interesting, and set up nicely for more in the same world. But the awkward love triangle, where Peeta loves Katniss, Katniss wants to please the audience and so pretends to love Peeta, and the audience wants to watch them die for sadistic entertainment, just makes no sense. It would be better if we were given a reason why Katniss doesn't like Peeta in return, but we never do.<br/><br/>And for someone named Peeta, we sure do see him eat a lot of animals.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IH6R6U0ZFACL?ASIN=0439023521	"More ""Adult"" than ""Young"""	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Several weeks ago I had dinner with a writer of adult mystery novels.  During the course of the evening, she raved to me about a young adult novel she'd read called The Hunger Games.  While I don't read a lot of YA fiction, I would say that I'm more open to it than many a childless adult.  And her recommendation must have stuck in my head, because when I saw it offered through Amazon's Vine program, I jumped at the chance to read the book.  Yesterday I wrote her a thank you note because I loved The Hunger Games as much as she had, and I doubt I'd have given it a second glance if not for her raves.<br/><br/>The novel is set in a dystopian country called Panem--a place that was once North America.  There have been wars and uprisings in Panem's past, and now the 12 districts that make up the land are ruled over with severity by the government in the Capitol.  There are many ways that the populace is kept in its place, but perhaps the harshest is the annual Hunger Games.  By edict, one boy and one girl between the ages of 12 and 18 is randomly drawn from each district to compete in a fight to the death.  The last one of these 24 left standing will win lifetime fame and fortune, and the entire nation is forced to watch these children kill each other live on television.<br/><br/>The first-person narrator of this gripping and fast-paced thriller is 16-year-old Katniss.  When her 12-year-old sister is selected, Katniss knows the little girl will never survive, and volunteers to take her place.  Katniss has been providing for her family for years, and has learned to show a tough face to the world.  Still, nothing could possibly prepare her for what she's about to face.  Visiting the Capitol for the first time, she experiences luxury and excess beyond her wildest imagination.  On the field of battle, she experiences the best and worst of humanity.<br/><br/>The premise of this novel may seem a bit worn to you.  I know that other writers have trod this territory before.  And yet... it makes a good story, these human struggles.  And Suzanne Collins has crafted a compelling and moving tale.  I can tell you that I read 384 pages in a day because I COULD NOT PUT THE BOOK DOWN!  I will also admit to sobbing unabashedly at one point in the novel.  There's so much more to the story than just the fight to the death.  There is a fascinating and disturbing culture explored, complicated relationships, and complex ethical dilemmas.  You may think you know how the novel has to end, but don't be so sure.  The novelist is clever.  This narrative does come to a definitive conclusion, but there is room for more to be told in this story.  One aspect is left unresolved.  I have absolutely no idea where this is going to go (Isn't that wonderful!), but I can't wait for the sequel!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Y7XGM1YL5SE9?ASIN=0439023521	"Move over, ""Survivor""--there's a new game in town!"	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Our school librarian was able to secure a pre-publication/advance reader's copy of this book and after she read it, she shared it with me, a second-grade teacher.  (I won't be reading this to my second graders!) I had just finished reading ""The Shadow Children"" series by Mararet Haddix(""Among the Hidden"", ""Among the Imposters"", ""Among the Betrayed"", ""Among the Barons"") and the trilogy by Lois Lowry (""The Giver"",""Gathering Blue"", ""Messenger"") and our librarian knew I liked those types of books.  I took ""The Hunger Games"" with me on vacation and read it in no time at all.  The action is quick-paced, and there were never any dull moments for me in this book.  ""The Hunger Games"" is geared toward junior high/middle school children (age 12 and up) who enjoy reading about futuristic societies, such as those in Margaret Haddix's ""Shadow Children"" series, or in Lois Lowry's trilogy.<br/><br/>The main character is a 16-year old girl named Katniss, who tells her story in the first person.  In the ruins of a place once know as North America, is a shining Capitol surrounded by 12 districts.  The Capitol forces each district to send one girl and one boy ""tribute"" between the ages of 12-18 to participate in the annual Hunger Games--a fight to the death on live TV. When her younger sister's name is called, Katniss volunteers to take her place.  The back cover of the book sums it up like this:  ""But, if she is to win, she will have to start making choices that weight survival against humanity and life against love.""  The last page of the book says, ""End of Book One"", which lets me know there will be a sequel...and I can't wait to read it, too!<br/><br/>If you know a young reader who enjoyed Lois Lowry's trilogy, or the ""Shadow Children"" series by Margaret Haddix, steer them toward this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RBOXHYO7K66R?ASIN=0439023521	A cleverly written piece of fluff for idealistic adolescents	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Lots of rapid developments in the plot, which hold interest. The book suffers from the repetition and overly simple thinking of Young Adult books. Remember, a synonym for ""young adults"" is ""old children"" and a childish need for repetition and flat presentation mingles with adolescent self-involvement and hunger for a sense of the accomplishment of uniqueness.<br/><br/>Collins presents a brutal world, then pulls her punches when it comes to how her characters fare in it. SPOILER ALERT: the main characters kill by accident, to rescue someone else, to end a person's suffering -- they never have to face the main dilemma in the games: would you kill a person to win? This keeping skirts clean is quite typical of ""old children- young adults"" books. Not that there isn't some gruesome stuff in HG, just that the main characters stay pure and idealistic in a way that life would never permit.<br/><br/>I doubt that I'll read the rest of the trilogy, but I would probably read the second book if I happened to find a free copy lying around somewhere.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IE6V7V1IHYJ1?ASIN=0439023521	Love This Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">You may be doubting this book just because it is from Scholastic. But you've heard the saying don't judge a book by its cover before right? This applies well with this book. Like every good book it starts out slow but picks up rapidly. It is about a sixteen year old girl named Katniss living in the remains of what used to be North America. There is a Capitol along with it's 12 oulying districs. Every year the Capitol holds the annual Hunger Games in which two children, one boy,one girl, are sent to the Capitol and forced to participate in a bloody fight to the death. The further out you go from the capitol the more poor the districts get. Katniss is one of the few in District 12 that will defy the laws of the Peacekeepers to survive. She goes out on a daily basis to hunt and provide for her family. But after something terrible happens in her family she is forced to do something she would never think of. She will be forced to be a tribute in the Hunger Games. All in all this is a great book for all ages so if you get bored in the beginning just stick with it.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJNVOLVFN084L?ASIN=0439023521	Dark, violent but gripping juvenile novel	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read the author's earlier ""Gregor"" series, lent to me by a<br/>then-nine-year old, and heard a lot about this series and the movie. I<br/>finally read The Hunger Games, and immediately ordered the next book.<br/>I love the realistic way the author handles poverty, without<br/>idealizing it or making it seem unusual.  It's just the way things<br/>are.  The central premise reminds me of Shirley Jackson's ""The<br/>Lottery"", without the immediate gratification.  Instead we get an only<br/>slightly more extreme version of ""Survivor"", reality TV where the<br/>participants must kill each other and survive dangerous elements<br/>thrown at them by producers.  I wasn't overly fond of the the main<br/>protagonist, Katniss, a young but very cranky girl, and her partner<br/>seemed a bit bland.  The book got a bit bogged down in the late stages<br/>of the competition.  But it was an easy, if painful, read.  I'm glad I<br/>didn't read it when I was a kid.  It's no Harry Potter, but it is<br/>interesting and reflects on a lot of modern culture.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KDHOHK3Y3M8?ASIN=0439023521	Brutal's the word, but WOW!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Phenomenal.  I'd heard it recommended, so I checked it out at the library before an appointment with friends, and started reading it right there.  Couldn't stop.  Didn't want to go meet my friends.  Read it while I walked to the car.  Read it at the stoplights on the way home.  Read five hours that night, until 3AM.  It's been a long time since I've read for five hours straight.<br/><br/>It was page 48 before I even realized it was in the usually annoying present tense. I didn't notice the shocking number of unnecessary comma splices until page 60, but didn't care.<br/><br/>Unusual premise.  Great world-building.  Breakneck pacing.  I'm not all that into action.  I often skim it.  But this kept me absolutely engrossed, despite its VERY violent and brutal premise.<br/><br/>I teach GED.  I told my class about it and the next time we met (5 days later) one of my students walked in with a book in front of her face.  What book was it?  ""Catching Fire,"" the second in the series.  She'd already devoured the first.<br/><br/>Thank you, Suzanne Collins.  You're amazing.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TA106N8G22Y4?ASIN=0439023521	Strangely addictive	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I came across Collins books on a library, and looked them on the Kindle library. Being a long time fan of science fiction I identified several subjects that have been used over and over, with different degrees of success; such as post-disaster worlds, gaps in technology and power, master and subservient races (all human here though), the decadence of those in power, the showcase of death and violence as a form of entretainment.<br/><br/>However, the book was presented in such a way that it was difficult to put down. The narrative is clear and allows you to have a clear picture of what is happening in this world, the characters are not forcibly made to be likeable or to have heroe qualities about them; they are quite simply a couple of teens who had the ill luck to be thrown into this whole mess. That makes it all the more believable and opens the possibility to connect to the characters. The violence of the Hunger Games is not overused, and its focus on survival, and the relationships that are made within make it a hard book to put down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RE5K8FEQJNR1C?ASIN=0439023521	excellent YA science fiction set in a dystopian North America	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Katniss Everdeen lives in a future dystopia, the nation of Panem, in what used to be North America. The country is divided into districts, and Katniss's district is one of the poorest, where most people are on the edge of starvation and she hunts and gathers to keep herself and her mother and younger sister fed. Each year, every district must send one boy and one girl to the Hunger Games, a brutal battle to the death which is televised nationally and serves as a way for the capital to keep its districts, once rebellious, in line. Katniss becomes the girl tribute from her district, along with Peeta Mellark, the baker's son, who once did a good deed for Katniss. In the Hunger Games, though, it's a fight for survival, and Katniss must decide where her loyalties lie.<br/><br/>Collins doesn't pull her punches with Katniss's character. She's tough and smart and pretty darn ruthless: not feisty, not spunky, just ruthless. I liked how Collins avoided what could easily have been the stock romantic plot, too, of true love conquering all, and concentrated on how vastly different Katniss's and Peeta's worldviews and mindsets are. I would have liked to get to know the other tributes a little more, but Katniss was so immediately engaging (and it's in first person anyway) that I was carried along by her, and by the breakneck pace of the plot. I'm very glad I knew this was the first of a series, or I would have had issues with the ending, which does wrap up the main plot, but doesn't address Katniss's inevitable struggle with the totalitarian government. As it is, there's certainly enough closure to satisfy, and I'm eager for the next book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R372P57L6KEWLN?ASIN=0439023521	Painfully Predictable, Couldn't Put It Down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book does a pretty good job at bringing you into a different world and introducing you to a few almost-likable characters. It was written well enough that I wanted to finish it. That being said, I found this book altogether disappointing.<br/><br/>1. The main character isn't likable. I was rooting for her but at the same time, but I really care about her. I realize that she is on some personal journey to find herself, but it came across as a gray and frustrating character.<br/>2. This is the first of a trilogy. This book would have been far superior as a standalone book with some conclusions. Nothing is really concluded. It is a complete set up.<br/>3. If you don't want to cheer when innocent children die, this is not the book for you.<br/>4. Really? Another love triangle? There's only so much of this that I can take: ""I don't know anything. I'm just a young girl and to know my own feelings is hard. The one boy is good then on the other hand the other boy is good in a different way. I will have to string them both along...""<br/>5. The writing isn't anything special. It's good enough, I suppose. I think some details are overlooked.<br/>6. The violence is pretty graphic, if that is a concern for you.<br/>7. In the end, I was disappointed when the main character didn't die. It would have been more profound and noteworthy. Alas, you cannot sell two more books unless the first book is not concluded.<br/><br/>I think this book is worth reading if you have nothing better to do or to see for yourself what all the hype is about. In the least, this book stirred up my emotions, even if most of those emotions were frustration.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3EX821T099RB3?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games - Suzanne Collins	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Light reading that was entertaining most of the time but its premise is too unbelievable for me. The plot description is already well described so I won't go too far in here. Just that a society as a whole would accept and enjoy watching innocent children fight to the death as a punishment for crimes committed by a distant past culture (the contest in the story is 74 years or so after the rebellion) is treated too lightly. Too make this work more believably needs much more explanation than we get, which of course is why the book fits the YA description. This story has been told before (elements of Running Man and others) so a more detailed explanation as to the how and why this is still a necessary punishment is in order. I also wasn't pleased with the way the book ends. This is written as a trilogy but being forced to buy book two to end a story I invested time in buying and reading is simply marketing strategy. A worthy trilogy sells on its merit not a cliff hanger without substance.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R69E2FMQTJ05H?ASIN=0439023521	Exciting, but falls apart at the end	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">""Hunger Games"" is a young adult science-fiction suspense novel. The premise--sending teens into a game that requires them to kill each other--also qualifies it as a horror novel, in my opinion.<br/><br/>The story was very exciting and fast-paced. For the first two-thirds of the story, there was barely a pause in the danger-laden action filled with unexpected twists. The world-building was very good and brought the story alive in my imagination. The characters were interesting, and there were many very nice characters risking themselves to help Katniss survive. I liked the potential of Katniss more than I actually liked her. She wanted to be nice, but she thought everyone was out for themselves so she rarely trusted others and her main goal was survival at whatever cost.<br/><br/>I read the book because my 12-year-old friend wanted me to, because of the suspense, and because I thought Katniss would be pushed to the point of boldly defying the evil of the Hunger Games. But her main goal was to survive and avoid conflict. Even her minor defiances stayed within the rules and she eagerly cooperated in trying to patch up any damage done by them to The Capital's power. She lied knowing it would be hurtful to someone she cared about and was willing to kill people she liked in order to survive. Only some fancy footwork on the part of the author kept Katniss from facing much moral dilemma about her actions and intentions.<br/><br/>By the time the Feast came about (near the end of the book), I had concluded that Katniss wouldn't stand up against the Hunger Games, no matter how cruel or how much she disliked them. By this point in the story, there were also a bunch of inconsistencies--including a critical one that meant the story wouldn't have played out the way it did.<br/><br/>(Explanation, SPOILER alert: Peeta said that his family only ate stale bread. Thus, Peeta's mother would never have told him to feed fresh, slightly-burned bread to the pigs--which formed the bond between Katniss and Peeta--when his family could have enjoyed the bread themselves. END SPOILER)<br/><br/>At this point, the pacing was also slower so I started to notice things like how fresh, unpreserved meat stayed good for days despite very hot days (it would have spoiled much sooner), how Katniss never thought to use the iodine for medicine when it might have made a big difference, how she hid some knives yet never thought to go back to get them when she needed them, and how she didn't even try to use her weapons when captured by an opponent intending to torture her to death.<br/><br/>In my opinion, it basically fell apart at the end, and I stopped caring about the story. Some readers might not catch the inconsistencies or care as long as there's great action, but I do.<br/><br/>There was no sex. I don't recall any bad language. The gore was left to the readers imagination. The novel was written in first person, present tense. Overall, it was a ""clean"" and exciting reading, but I was disappointed by the end.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VSLOKC5C0PUP?ASIN=0439023521	It's ok...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well, I will say this. I finished the book in about 2 days.<br/><br/>I found the story interesting but did not like the writing style. It is very blah. I feel this may be because it is intended for young adults. I do feel that there was a great idea here but that it could have been developed better. However, that being said, I am finishing up the series.<br/><br/>If you are a parent and you want to get this book for your child, I would recommend you read it first and decide whether you feel it appropriate.<br/><br/>Personally, I would have read this in high school, but not any earlier. It isn't appropriate for younger than 13/14 and I doubt a child would enjoy it or even truly understand it, even though I feel it is written at about a 5th grade level.<br/><br/>Parents can determine the maturity of their owns kids and for those parents out there who do care what their children are exposed too, please read the plot or even read the book yourself first to decide whether you find it appropriate or not.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1L4NWTDUOXB32?ASIN=0439023521	Completely Engrossing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This review is for the audiobook ""The Hunger Games"".<br/><br/>I constantly have an audiobook going, I listen in the car and while working out.  I have to admit that ""The Hunger Games"" is a first for me, though, in one regard.  I was so completely engrossed and immersed in this story that I didn't realize my workout time had ended and I had kept going!<br/><br/>I have to say that I had heard about this series some time ago, but when I read the synopsis of this book, I thought it sounded like something that was rehashed, and too violent for me.  After a good friend recommended it, I agreed to try it.  The book is very well read, and easy to follow on audio.  The only problem with this audiobook is that you might sit in your car awhile to continue listening.  Be careful, you might find yourself holding your breath at times, too.<br/><br/>This was a thoroughly enjoyable listen, and I have already downloaded and started ""Catching Fire""....it is wonderful.<br/><br/>Highest recommendation.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19GV0LNN6HUFT?ASIN=0439023521	Riveting!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games Trilogy is the most riveting series I've ever read. There is a lot of brutality, violence and death but without it, the theme wouldn't have been so strong. Ms. Collins will have you holding your breath from page one all the way to the end. I consider myself a slow reader but I devoured all 3 books in less than a week.<br/><br/>The protagonist, Katniss, is self-absored, and selfish and yet we find ourselves completely rooting for her because of her ultimate sacrifice of her life for her sisters. There are so many truths in this book. I love the way this author shows the horrors of war, yet also shows that there are some things worth fighting for. In today's society, we see many parallels to the world she created. I hope this fantastic story jolts some folks out of their comfort zones and has them considering the cost of war and of turning a blind eye to what we know is wrong.<br/><br/>Kudos Ms. Collins. Highly recommend this series to teens and adults.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1G1A23F7UI3MA?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games Review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was told to read this book numerous times but I kept putting it off.  Once I decided to start it, I couldn't put it down.  I know this book is somewhat old and there are lots of reviews on it out there.  So, I will keep it somewhat brief.<br/><br/>Like I said I couldn't put the book down once I started it, this book was amazing!  I wasn't sure how I would like this type of book, but I loved it.  The book is well written and it draws you in from the very beginning.  I thought the characters were well developed and so was the story line.  The book completely captivates you and makes you feel like you are in the story and can completely empathize with the characters.  There were many times I felt like I was in the action and was feeling what the characters were feeling.<br/><br/>This is a must read and will be a book that I will recommend to anyone, young and old.  I was so excited when I found out they were making it into a movie.  I can't wait to see it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RAH3U310KL6QL?ASIN=0439023521	Most overrated book series of all time	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Now I know Im gonna get hate mail for this one, I personally feel that the Hunger Games is an extremely overrated bookseries, number one reason being the writing. Suzanne's writing is symplistic and blunt, with few ""scholarly"" sentences to be found. Also, the fact that the novels are written in the present tense is really irritating and detracts from the writing. However, despite this, I do enjoy the story (of the first and third books). The brutality behind these novels is nice, for it does a wonderful job of dampening the overly cheesy/pointless emotional moments. I like the politicking in these books, however, and i feel that Suzanne Collins is good in terms of creativity, but her writing leaves much to be desired. Aww well, I read these books, watched the movie (which i prefer), and am awaiting Catching Fire's release in movie format (In the movie they will have to leave out some of the emotional confusion which made the book annoying).</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTVNGLLRJP4LY?ASIN=0439023521	Outstanding Read - I Could Not Put It Down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I admit that I should have read this book long ago.  I was hesitant because I knew it was a teen read.  My 13 year-old daughter says that this series is her favorite of all time (she is a prolific reader).  My son, 16, who is also always with a book in his hands (and reads a book in a day or two that takes me weeks) loved this series.  But after having friend after friend tell me that I should read it, and knowing that the movie is coming out soon (and since I have three children we will no doubt be watching it), I finally borrowed it (as an Amazon Prime member) for free.  I could not put it down.  What a creative mind to think of these things.  Really amazing is the only way to describe it.  I am not going to bore you with plot details - the thousands of reviews already cover that, but I will tell you that I am very sad I cannot borrow another book until March 1 - my next borrow is Catching Fire - book 2.  Read it - you won't regret it.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ARUX90C31GEY?ASIN=0439023521	A decent, no-frills suspense	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">(3.5 Stars) I wouldn't say that the writing is fantastic; don't expect to expand your vocabulary if you've made it past the 4th grade. However, it's not a bad way to spend a day, and it totally does have the can't-put-it-down factor.<br/><br/>Pros<br/>- Quick read; brief and relevant descriptions that don't deviate from the story<br/>- Strong female protagonist who isn't annoying<br/>- Interesting blend of Battle Royale + Olympics + Survivor<br/>- Pacing is excellent<br/><br/>Cons<br/>- No justification for the actions of some minor characters (the stylists, for example)<br/>- The amount of skill and luck that contribute to the end is quite unbalanced, assuming most readers prefer skill<br/>- District 12 appears as the only district where individuals are capable of mind games; would have been better to get an understanding of other psychological strategies (other than historical references to past hunger games)<br/>- They should have named Katniss' nemesis, Cliche, instead</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CY4NTGLW2VKA?ASIN=0439023521	Good but reads like a screenplay	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">All in all, I really enjoyed this book, up until the last few chapters which were very vacant.<br/><br/>The climax at the end, was not very climatic, and the last chapter, instead of a cliffhanger, really just fell flat, as if the author ran out of steam or didn't want to detract from the next book. Although the attempt was there to end the first book for transition to the second, it was presented in a more 'matter of fact' fashion, than something that grips you.<br/><br/>I thought at one point, that the last few chapters were actually written by a different person.<br/><br/>As for the rest of the book, it was very easy to read, like a teen novel and lacked a lot of flourish.<br/><br/>The premise of the whole 'hunger games' was really glanced over, and although it was understood, it was written as a broad concept rather than really getting into it.<br/><br/>This is a kids book.. It was a good read, and is what it is...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31WRXIN51CZX6?ASIN=0439023521	Rather Childish	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I finished this book, which I don't always do. Fortunately, I only paid $3.99 to download it onto my phone. I'm sure I won't read the two sequels. I suppose in fairness, it was written for young people, which I'm not. However, I cannot understand for the life of me how this book has remained at the top of the best seller list for so long. It's average at best. The author spends a huge amount of time describing every morsel that the main character puts into her mouth throughout the story, yet apparently never had to go to the toilet the entire time she was living in caves and trees. I always get a kick out of the writings of people about living in the wild who have apparently never actually spent much time living in the wild. She writes about land mines, with obviously no clue as to how land mines actually operate. I guess if you're writing for a ten year old, that's fine, but if you're an adult, forget this book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TPC06R11HNY5?ASIN=0439023521	Unoriginal plot, read Battle Royal instead	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The good parts of the book are that it had a good build-up and lets the reader get to know the characters and dystopia of the world before getting into the action. Also, the novel clearly shows that the author did her research pertaining to the wild plants and animals that Katniss uses to survive.<br/> However, these minor details do not help save the novel from its major flaws. First off, the premise sounds interesting, new, and edgy, right? Well, it would if it was not used nine years earlier in Koushun Takami's Battle Royale. Granted, there are differences in the two works, but not enough to make The Hunger Games look original. Secondly, the novel challenges the reader's willing suspension of disbelief far too often. How exactly are cameras everywhere in the area without any of The Games' participants noticing? How is it that literally no one in The Capitol objects to The Games?  Why are so many of the other participants death convenient for the main characters? Last but not least, the ending of the book leaves a lot to be desired. The book reaches its climax and then cools down for a tiny bit, but rather than giving a satisfying ending, the book just ends.<br/> Overall, the novel would not be terrible if it was not for the unbelievable parts that are not accurate explained and the fact that it is essentially a Battle Royale rip off. While the book is the first in the trilogy, I will not be continuing this series even with the few and far between good parts the novel has.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UJP8W0J2ITLR?ASIN=0439023521	Mezmerizing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The only regret I have is that it took me so long to finally get into this book series. I've been reading a lot about how good this book is and I have read many reviews about it, yet I was undecided until I saw the trailer of the movie. The Hunger Games is so intense and mesmerizing that it is hard for me to describe how I feel about it. It is brutal, it is cruel and at the same time is so beautiful and inspiring....it is masterful really. I haven't cry so much with a book in a really long time. I love the characters and the story and it makes you feel impotent because you wish you could do something to help this kids, to change their fate...This book is like nothing I have ever read and I love it...you should read The Hunger Games, this is a story for everyone! I'm really looking forward to read the second and third book...and I'm eager for the movie!!!! I can't wait to see it!</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32GP2QDOYGQ2Q?ASIN=0439023521	No Kids	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I admit that I wasn't too excited when my book club picked this book as our next read. I'd heard just enough about the plot to make me nervous. Kids killing each other, really? I'm supposed to read this for entertainment?<br/><br/>I gave it a chance, and found it to be a riveting and compelling read. Violence is integral to the plot, but it's not gruesome or drawn out. This is no celebration of violence, but rather a story about what it means to be human in the face of violence. I left with a deep emotional attachment to the characters, and a concern for their welfare living under a government that keeps its society in check by forcing children into a life-and-death struggle on live TV. Questions are raised about the dehumanizing effect on the audience of watching these gladiator-like games -- apt questions in our world of reality TV shows.Thanks for this one!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34ZF6KN611F8O?ASIN=0439023521	Didn't expect to like it as much as I did	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have to admit, when I first stated reading this book it was for business-related purposes to familiarize myself with the book's marketing campaign. The premise really didn't sound feasible to me with gladiator children thrown into an arena to fight for the lives until only one child out of 24 young ""tributes"" was left standing. I had a really hard time grasping the concept of the book, but admittedly, I was sucked into this post-apocalyptic world of fantasy as I found myself relating to the character, Katniss, protecting her sister by taking her place as their district's tribute, wanting to stick it to the man so to speak, otherwise known as the gamemakers, and fighting for survival. It's a brutal book with lots of violence and cliffhanger chapters that make your want to keep reading until before you know it, you've finished the book and ready for the next.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32H5NWBVAOH1Z?ASIN=0439023521	Post-Apocalyptic and Dystopia loving readers, this is for you	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you've ever seen the movie, or read the book: Battle Royale the premise of this story will seem familiar:<br/><br/>In the distant future after a major war, North America split into 12 Districts which are run by The Capitol.<br/>Every year, as a reminder of the District's failure, the Capitol draws two children from each of the 12 Districts - one boy, and one girl - to compete in a live televised event known as the Hunger Games.<br/>The goal of the Hunger Games: Survive to feed the starving people within your District with your winnings.<br/>However, winning is not so simple.<br/>Only ONE contestant - one child - can be the winner.<br/><br/>I read all 3 of these books back-to-back in a total of less-than 6 days. Thats how much I was drawn in, and the story made me feel feverishly-compelled to know what was happening RIGHT NOW.<br/>No.waiting.allowed. &gt;.&lt;<br/><br/>It's been awhile since I read a book that I became so emotionally involved in, I wanted to throw it when things got too tense or scary, and I cried when I became overwhelmed. I also had a lot of LOL moments. **laughs in empty room** **looks around awkwardly**<br/><br/>I'm interested to see how this will turn out as a movie with so many kids bloodied and fighting for survival. I know they did it with Lord of the Flies (which scared the crap out of me as a kid), but I'm sure Thr Hunger Games will be targeted to the YA audience, which means a PG-13 rating, as opposed to the R-rating of LOTF.<br/><br/>Still excited though.<br/><br/>TL;DR -<br/><br/>I really loved this series.<br/><br/>- May the odds be ever in your favor.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IJWHPZAC55M9?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games: Couldn't stop reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I rate this book six out of five stars. I really don't see how anyone could not like this book. The Hunger Games is the absolute best book that I have ever read. I reccomended it to all of my classmates (and even my parents), and they read all of the books and absolutely LOVED them. It is perfectly paced, brilliantly plotted, and is entertaining on every page. Almost all of the characters are likeable (Haymitch, for example, is not), and the way it is written is so descriptive, so real, that it's almost like you're Katniss Everdeen, and when she feels something, you feel it too. The thrill and suspense in the book keeps readers on the edge of their seats, wondering what's going to happen next. I would reccomend this book to anyone; it is an amazing story about frriendhip, betrayal, trust, and survival. This book is for (almost) anyone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDOLIIDPPJT3H?ASIN=0439023521	predictable, shallow main character	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Unfortunately, The Hunger Games leaves us hungering for a believable story.  Not only is the setup pretty wild -- *spoilers* -- a future society divided into districts and ""controlled"" through a barbaric annual ritual involving the random selection of one young person to participate in a sort of gladiatorial combat for the entertainment of television viewers, with the lone survivor's region blessed with abundance and everybody else taught a lesson in power.  I can tell that the author isn't a parent, because she fully lacks an understanding of the parental instinct, i.e., parents would never let their kids be sacrifices for meaningless entertainment venues like this.  So the setup is a hard pill to swallow.  But let's get beyond that and suppose we suspend our disbelief for a bit.  The main character is wholly unlikable.  She is selfish, for the most part, though she does end up making some good choices almost by accident.  She seems to get into the entertainment aspect of the competition, playing the part and acting out for the crowd's pleasure.  I'm highly skeptical that this is what anybody would do in that situation.  In short, the writing is off the mark for science fiction because it lacks a basic understanding of human nature.  That said, I gave it three stars for creativity, if for nothing else.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZTUNEA7VEMGD?ASIN=0439023521	Death Race meets Logans Run + Survivor	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">In this post apocalyptic world two children from each area are sent to fight for their lives as 'tribute' in the hunger games. Katniss takes the place of her younger sister and enters the games. Here she must fight and kill in order to return home and have the luxury of seeing her family never go hungry again.<br/><br/>The book is Death Race meets Logans Run with a touch of Survivor thrown in for good measure. It's a well thought out plot with and interesting characters who are believable and well drawn. Although morals and the consequences of the decisions you make are the essence of the book Collins handles this adroitly. Well worth a read, a good teen/young adult book, its great for both sexes and has a gripping story line. Read it before you see the movie.<br/><br/>Meredith Brocklebank<br/>Author of In the Realm of the Golden Queen</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Y7AZMYPG1M7X?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I picked up this book, after reading a few suggestions on the internet, including a suggestion from Stephenie Meyer.  The book is fantastic.  Yes, it has romantic elements, but the story is so much more than that.  It's political, thought provoking, heart wrenching, brutal, and powerful.  It really has the chance to really make a generation that cares more about text messaging and other frivolities really think about what's right and wrong not just for the individual but for the whole of a country.<br/>It is not for the feint of heart, children kill each other, but the bigger picture is worth the read.  The characters are so perfect, you love the ones that you're supposed to love and hate the ones you shouldn't.<br/>Suzanne Collins to me wrote a great novel, well.  When I saw the new Star Wars trilogy, I was able to see what George Lucas was doing.  Around all the cheese of Jar Jar and the whininess of Anakin, he was trying to make the audience remember something about government.  That when the people get complacent, our liberties are taken away from us.<br/>The world Suzanne Collins created does this on a much more poignant level.  She doesn't throw it in your face, but she really makes you, the reader, think about what you truly believe in.<br/>I highly recommend it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1V46I7WLS9PUK?ASIN=0439023521	Good Premise But A Bit Hollow	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read the book at a friends suggestion and i found the book to be a bit of a catch 22. It's fun but dull at the same time, great setup and premise but emotionally hollow, action driven yet quite actionless.<br/><br/>the problem with the characters is that they feel pretty flat with no real substance to them.  The emotions feel forced or hollow and all though the main character was likeable enough she is not really enjoyable to read as almost all her internal dialuge(which you spend most of the book reading) and emotions turn out to be either angery, aggressive and negative or glass-half-empty, pessimistic and depressed. She always finds a cloud in the silver lining.<br/><br/>Also it's a catch 22 in that it's hard to put down and a fun page turner but has many dull parts.  Even the last half when the games are taking place, the action only occures in small short bits with most of the games spent listening to the pessimistic thoughts of the main character dragging the book out and slowing down the pace to being almost dull.<br/><br/>All in all I'd suggest you give it a try as it is a pretty good book and an easy read but it leaves you wanting the book to be a bit more, have more substance and shifting from 3rd gear to overdrive which never really happens.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NQ4AI24GFSMW?ASIN=0439023521	Better than I expected!, I can't put it down!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Since this book is under the genre ""young adult' I was hesitant. I am so happy that I gave it a shot. It evokes emotion in a way that lingers with you long after you've put the book down. If you read and interperate it 'literally', it will disappoint you. Maybe even depress you. Scratch that. It WILL depress you (ya know, like going to see that movie whose trailer looked deep and inspiring and ends up being painfully sad for no reason. Is it too much to ask for a happy ending these days?) If you don't put it in a box it will, first- make your life look, eh, not really all that bad and, second-make you look deep inside and ask 'what would I do'. The answer, well.......that depends on you. Btw, if you're not that 'deep' of a person (be honest, you know who you are) you won't be thrilled. Enjoy</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R215TH8EAQYX9M?ASIN=0439023521	Most Breathtaking Book I've ever read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is utterly and unarguably one of the best books I have ever read. Collins does the most fantastic job describing and creating pictures of events that make me feel that I am there. When Katniss is in a tough bind, I can literally feel the adrenaline pumping fiercely, and visualize everything. For a long while I lost interest in a lot of books, and I think this is the most engaged I've ever been in a book since fourth grade. I can't put it down, and the sheer genius it posesses is incomparable. The way that this post-war and apocolyptic-like society runs raises so many questions that I bet she double sewed over the complex weave of the story to prevent any plot holes at all. This book is a ridiculously addictive read and I reccomend it to anyone and everyone, no matter who you are.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DTGVX6ZOYBCM?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book for all ages to read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My 13 year old daughter's friends were reading this book and recommended it to her.  We couldn't find this book in any any of the bookstores near our house or any of the libraries either, they were all out and most were already on reserve.<br/><br/>I ordered this book from Amazon and received the book 2 days later.  My daughter read it first and couldn't put it down.  Between homework, school, soccer and meals....  she always had the book in her hands reading.  As soon as she finished she handed it to me and told me that I must read it too.  A few parents of some of her friends told me that they read it too and they all liked it as well.  I started reading and couldn't put the book down either.  Finished reading it in record time.  Have now passed on to a friend of mine to read as well.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3M1HY5020W73?ASIN=0439023521	Engaging	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I haven't been so engrossed by a book in a long, long time. Without giving spoilers (and if you want those, there are many reviews on here that you could read), I'd say this book left me hungry for more. Starving, actually. The day I finished ""The Hunger Games"" I ran out and bought its sequel, ""Catching Fire"" as well as the third book, ""Mockingjay"". Normally I just check out books from the library, but I had to own these ones. They're that good.<br/><br/>Keep in mind that ""The Hunger Games"" is a Young Adult book, which means it's geared at teens ages 14 to 21. Some people seem to think the violence in this book was a bit too much for younger readers, and they're right. But that's why this book is Young Adult--NOT Juvenile (there is a difference). If you're a parent, take note of this.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RD2B39IGV1JZI?ASIN=0439023521	Good time killer, poor literature. (no spoilers)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's a fun read and certainly a page turner. But that's mostly it. I enjoyed reading it, couldn't put it down, and finished it in under a day; however, when I did finish it I wasn't satisfied as the book (and characters) felt hollow. This is perhaps a result of two factors: 1) the book comes highly recommended by nearly everyone, and more importantly 2) I had no idea it was a teen fiction book until after I finished it. Considering it's teen fiction, I suppose the fact that there were far too many implied points that were unnecessarily mentioned by the narrator (or the narrator says points in a way that tries to make it sound insightful to the reader, which they were not) and too many words were italicized for effect are justified (but they were frequently annoying while reading).<br/><br/>Due to its entertainment value, I'll give it a solid 3 stars and recommend it to people who are looking for a quick, easy read  - perhaps a book you'd take to the beach (though my recommendation so far to people I've spoken with about the book is that they're probably better off just waiting for the movie to come out). But if you're looking for something insightful and thought provoking, I'd look elsewhere.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UL5BEDJTOY9?ASIN=0439023521	Thrilling	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read The Hunger Games last night. It was a good thing that my husband was out of town because once I started I had to finish. I turned the light off just after 3 am. I've been hearing so much about The Hunger Games and I've been curious to see if it could live up to the hype. While it is not ""the best book I've ever read"", I did enjoy it. It is thrilling and consuming, gripping,and engaging--essentially, a can't-put-it-down read.<br/><br/>Combining themes from ""The Most Dangerous Game"" by Richard Connell, ""The Lottery"" by Shirley Jackson and Orwell's ""1984"", this recent dystopian novel is like a more entertaining blast back to high school English class. I was impressed that even through the themes are dark the main characters maintain their humanity.<br/><br/>Well done.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJWOGQ2HO6POK?ASIN=0439023521	Well-written and suspenseful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was hard to not read this book. I had heard so much about it and wanted to read it before seeing the movie version. It took me about 1/3 of the book to get hooked but then I could not put it down.<br/><br/>The author does a good job getting her point across without preaching. I felt that the characters were well-drawn and compelling. Katniss with her maturity in the area of survival but her cluelessness when it came to boy/girl relationships, was the most compelling of all. I appreciated the fact that the author did not make her cynical and jaded.<br/><br/>All in all, it is a heart-breaking, thought-provoking book and I would highly recommend it to everyone. I will definitely read the other two books in the trilogy and look forward to seeing the movie.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KOJWEC4JBBCP?ASIN=0439023521	The perfect mix...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is a perfect mix of romance, buried in action and conflict. After months of thinking about getting it and reading it before the movie comes out, I ordered it and finished it in two days. It's been a while since I've picked up a book and used ALL my free time just to find out what happens next. Katniss is a good heroine, although she is very self absorbed throughout the story, of course it is her story so I guess she can do that. The story didn't go the way I thought it would but then became clearer as the book progressed. Suzanne does a great job of making her environments and emotions pull the reader in. A great read. I am almost finished with the second book and it is just as good as the first. I recommend this to any reader, young or old.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MCTFUZZR481U?ASIN=0439023521	A Page Turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins is a transfixing, thrilling read.<br/> The Hunger Games is a novel revolving around a yearly mandatory event known as the ""hunger games."" These games serve as a reminder that the districts must do as the Capitol demands. Children chosen to participate in the games range in age from 12-18 and are decided at the ""reaping,"" a district occurrence where names are called at random. Each district has to send one boy and one girl as a competitor in the games.  Only one person can survive the game which consists of a battle to the death. The trials and tribulations of the children, or ""tributes,"" are many; from gathering food, water, shelter and most importantly staying alive.<br/>Two protagonists, Katniss and Peeta are two contenders that will have your heart and keep you reading fast and furious to see the outcome.<br/>No interruptions will be tolerated because not only is the plot engrossing but the characters are endearing, people whom you'd like as friends. There is some violence in this book but nothing too explicit or too bloody.<br/>Waiting for the second book will surely necessitate discovery of some top notch authors!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2AH1IPZA9BF66?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games: A Teen's Perspective	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It took me a while to decide whether or not I want to read this trilogy. I was skeptical of all the hype, because of the Twilight craze that suddenly swept the nation and I thought that this series would be another waste of trees.<br/><br/>I was wrong.<br/><br/>As soon as I started reading I was captured by the story. I don't know what it is about Collins writing but I just could not put it down, of course I had to for work and school but as soon as I had a chance to I was cracking it open and reading more and more. This book impressed me in its simplicity and in its underlying message. Collins has written a stirring first-person narrative and didn't let any of her side characters fall by the wayside. Hunger Games is easily my second favorite book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21EAT7ACWDM1O?ASIN=0439023521	Great premise, could have been better	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">**May contain spoilers below**<br/>I liked this book.  I wanted to love it.  I haven't read the other two yet, and maybe it holds up better when considered as a whole instead of just its parts.<br/>The premise is great, very controversial.  It makes you wonder what you would do if you were thrown into an arena with 23 other people, knowing only one of you would survive.  Would you kill another person?  A friend?  A child even?  How would you survive?  How would you cope in that environment?<br/>I really enjoyed all of the lead-up to the games, with the interviews, the training, the reaping.  It is well-organized and flows well, and I found that as I got into it, it was becoming harder and harder to put the book down.  Mrs. Collins does a good job of creating a world that is in such a state of decline.  She does well to not try to over-explain things.  I can understand how, after 74 years, the people are so beaten down and controlled that they just accept the Games without a fight.  What else could they do?  How can they fight such a strong enemy that controls all of the resources?  How else would they be punished if they attempted another rebellion?<br/>The book becomes even better as the games begin and the action intensifies.  It's great discovering what a survivor Katniss is, how all of her hardship and self-reliance has essentially trained her to be the ultimate competitor in the Hunger Games.<br/>I was also intrigued by the strategies of her competition in the arena.  I wouldn't think that such an environment would lead to alliances, since you could never truly trust anybody knowing that only one of you will survive, but it made for some interesting interaction among the group of competitors.  It was an interesting mix of people with varying skills and abilities.<br/>For me, the book started to flag in the last third.  Too much focus was put on the feigned (or is it...) romance between Peeta and a dim-witted Katniss.  Too much time spent looking for shelter, licking wounds, hunting, and fishing.  Ok, she's very resourceful in the wild, we get it.  I wanted more time with her interacting with the other competitors.  That's what it's all about, right?  The story was ripe with opportunity to put Katniss in more controversial situations, but I think Mrs. Collins became scared of her own story and what her own heroine may have been capable of.  Or maybe she was scared of making her unsympathetic.  For example, what if Foxface hadn't eaten the berries - would she have killed her eventually?  What if Rue hadn't been speared - would she have killed her eventually?  What if she had encountered Thresh again, rather than him being conveniently killed off while Katniss was off fake-kissing Peeta?  How would she have handled him?  How would she handle anybody that wasn't a slam-dunk ""oh yeah, that guy deserves to die!""?  Other than fake-double-suicide?<br/>Maybe Mrs. Collins will address more tough situations such as these in her next two books.  I'm betting she's going to dedicate a good portion of time focusing on the love triangle she has worked hard to set up.  Which could be intriguing.  But it wouldn't be anything we haven't all read before.  And then what a waste of a great premise!<br/>There's a lot more I could say about what I liked or didn't like about this book.  Clearly if you like it at all you have to read the rest of the trilogy, which is exactly what I intend to do.  It's definitely a good read and I'm looking forward to seeing how the story continues to unfold in ""Catching Fire"".</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZSJ1BC0AOOU4?ASIN=0439023521	Unique and gripping	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is unbelievably unique. I'm not usually a fan of dystopian fiction, but the imaginativeness of Suzanne Collins is just incredible. She pulls you into a futuristic, post-apocalyptic world that's so incredibly real and complete; she's worked everything out to the tiniest detail. This gives the book immense believability. And the storyline... it's almost impossible to put the book down. I also LOVED the main character, Katniss; it was so incredibly refreshing to have a female heroine who's so strong, so single-minded, and very flawed, yet in a way that makes her even stronger. Literature needs more characters like this! I absolutely cannot WAIT for the movie to come out; my only fear is that it won't do the book justice.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DBHS06TCTZ3N?ASIN=0439023521	I didn't want to like this...really, I didn't.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Except that my daughter (who is an adult and quite pushy when she puts her mind to it) harrassed, nagged, and generally made a pain in the butt of herself until I agreed to read it. She reminded me of how I had harrassed, nagged, and made a pain of myself in order to get her to read The Stand by Stephen King. In both cases, we found ourselves enchanted, albiet reluctantly. While technically a book for young adults, the themes here are universal, without being preachy. The writer's touch is deft and subtle, and her characters demand the focus rather than their circumstances. Their situation is horrific, but somehow you walk away thinking more of the characters than the world they inhabit. That's rare...and I liked it. Damn it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25B1RE0DX90IY?ASIN=0439023521	Really good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book for my language arts class, as probably hundreds of classes are doing, and I was hooked from the beginning. There are real emotions, real characters, and real fears involved. After reading this book, which I read for myself after the announcement that we would be reading it,my only issue is that it was a really easy read. I hate books that are so simple to read that all 300+ pages can be read in an hour.  I loved it, though. The absolute greatness of it compensated for the easy reading level. While reading it, I slipped into its fictional grip and allowed it to replace my reality and turn everyday life into silly fantasy. But i cant get over its easy level,so 4 stars. I would have done 4.5 if I could have.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2II0JQCGPM3B2?ASIN=0439023521	Katniss Everdeen - Someone to Admire	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The first book in The Hunger Games trilogy introduces the reader to all of the major players including the protagonist, Katniss Everdeen, her best friend, Gale, and her co-conspirator in the Games, Peeta.  Katniss lives in the poverty stricken coal mining District 12 ruled by The Capitol.  When we're first introduced to Katniss she is a tough 16 year old girl who provides food for her mother and little sister, Prim, by escaping to the meadow where she hunts for game with Gale.  Katniss is alarmed by the way Gale talks about The Capitol, fearing they will be overheard.  Speaking against The Capitol is a death sentence.  But Gale is a young man full of rage and fury against the wealthy, privileged residents of The Capitol who live off the 12 outlining districts and he will not be silenced.  When Prim is chosen to be a contestant in the Hunger Games, Katniss volunteers to take her place setting a chain of events in motion that will forever change The Capitol and all the districts.  The first book is about the Games.  Katniss and Peeta (who was also selected to participate) are prepped, groomed and trained.  We are introduced to each of their prep team's including Cinna.  Haymitch (a former victor) is their mentor but proves a difficult person to work with since he's a raging alcoholic.  When Katniss and Peeta enter the arena they are forced to kill or be killed.  Only one person will be the victor in this violent, deadly game.  This is a great trilogy of books with a strong, fearless young woman as its central figure.  Suzanne Collins has created a heroine and strong literary role model for females.  I highly recommend this book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2INM99U1SRYJM?ASIN=0439023521	ALL Night!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm picky on the stories I invest my time in... So I have a tendency to be harsh and focused... But this story kept me drawn in until the end... I was completely absorbed, finding myself becomeing angry and sad at Katnis story... My only wish is that I could have seen the reaction of what was happening from those she loved back in District 12. However, I realize this is her story and to be told from her point of veiw... Now I have only read this first book so I can't speak for what happens later on in this trilogy... But for book one, I can highly recommend it for anyone that loves a great story that pushes on your emotions and heart... Eaisly five stars.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1E9EQTQTKDDV1?ASIN=0439023521	One of the BEST current YA reads	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was just spectacular. I'm speechless...<br/>Brutal, raw, emotional. The world Suzanne Collins created is so magically scary that I couldn't put down the book as I was more and more involved in the story and enchanted by the beautiful writing. The characters are developed to the full; the scenes are described magnificently. I felt I was in that arena, watching the fightings, the killings and all the drama.<br/>How on earth does someone come up with such an idea for a book I don't know, but God Bless.<br/>I was fortunate enough to start reading the book when the following two installments were already out, because otherwise I don't know how I would have waited.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBC4WOGD5RMKB?ASIN=0439023521	No Diving In The Shallow End Of The Pool	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">First, the writing was 'technically' good.  The story flowed along drawing me in.  All basic story-telling techniques were skillfully employed.  However I found this book lacking in some ways.<br/>Character Development -  Even though we live in the head of the main character her inner psychology comes off as cliche despite the extrordinary circumstances of the premiss.<br/>Analysis -  Again, the premiss seems to promise insight into human nature and society but falls short.  Vonnegut's books famously lacked full psychological character development but made up for it with deep dark smart subversive satire.<br/>This is a well written tween book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CVKKGOC59JO6?ASIN=0439023521	Meh.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">While the story did keep my attention, I found it to be way too predictable. The suspense is based in whether the main character lives or dies, which is fairly obvious to the objective reader. It would hardly be a popular series if the main character died a grizzly death. Being jerked back and forth in the emotional rollercoaster of ""Oh my God! We're all going to die!"" and ""I think I'm falling in love,"" is repetitive and tiresome. The ending was definitely contrived to entice you into buying the second book, rather than being written with concern for telling the story. It felt like the 5:00 teaser for the 6:00 news.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RW7ESD9MZDTED?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome book...Highly recommend reading for Young Teen and above.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is titled under YA but written so well it would entertain any book reader at least young teen of age.  This book packs all kinds of feelings into one.  Laughter, fear, anger, remorse, and romance all in one book.  Characters are well written and easily relatable.  Fantastic book, best book I have read in awhile.  Already reading the second one and can't wait for the third.  Finished it in a new personal record time.  I can't stop reading.  Suspenseful.<br/><br/>I wish I could give you more details about the book, but I don't want to spoil anything.  Gotta read it.  Don't be fooled of the YA category.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CNT7UPECBN80?ASIN=0439023521	Really Great Story for All Ages	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's a shame this book has been classified as a Young Adult novel, as it is much better written than a lot of books tailored for adults!  Any sci-fi fan would love this story, the parallels between it and our reality TV is way too close for comfort, and the political and social aspects are too familiar as well.  This is a real page-turner, and I look forward to reading the next book in the series.  I only have one complaint - the character names are really silly (Katniss, Gale, and Peeta - the latter of which reminds me of the animal rights organization PETA).  Otherwise, a nice, fresh read for all ages.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PKAWX3VTAWVA?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic. Fantastic!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Like a jerk I read these books backwards - first 'Catching Fire,' then 'Hunger Games' - but I can honestly say it worked out all right. Even though I already knew these characters by the time I approached this book, I was still able to come away feeling freshly vitalized by them, and that's saying something. It's a pitch-perfect story told with energy and focus that maintains a terrific arc.<br/><br/>Potent - compelling - and original. My only cavil is there are some pretty dumb editing mistakes in here, including the use of the word 'vice' when the word 'vise' was clearly meant to be used. Come on!?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2G8UNRLYVFU4P?ASIN=0439023521	Completely lost myself in this world!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Got a recommendation for this book from a waitress at Pier 500 in Hudson, WI while on a meet-up with my book club.  I admit, I was completely skeptical because I am not that into fantasy and all that.  But I loved the characters in this story and this book is like the kind of book that you can't wait to get home to read!  Loved it!  Can't wait to read the next book.  It was an unexpected escape into another world.  I loved Katniss.  This story has romance, adventure, heroism, love, courage...I could go on and on.  I highly recommend it.  A really nice surprise.  I can't wait to see the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IRMGTZLXP0MB?ASIN=0439023521	Could a book get much better than this?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was hooked when I read the book jacket's description -- what a great concept!  Then, as I started reading, I couldn't put it down --- the characters are very well written, and the pacing keeps you going and going to find out what happens.  I appreciated that Collins did not make things too easy for the characters, and that it wasn't necessarily a happy read, which made it feel very real.  I also liked that she threw in futuristic elements, such as the man-made mutated birds, etc.  All in all, a definite thumbs up for this book -- and something I will be recommending to a lot of people.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJAH0JYQK008E?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for the next book!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book upon the recommendation of Stephanie Meyer, author of the Twilight series of books even though this isn't the kind of book I typically would seek out at the library.  THANK YOU MS. MEYER! The Hunger Games had me engrossed from the first page.  I was very intrigued with the characters, especially Katniss, however, the development of all the characters was impressive. The complexity of each character was described so well that there really weren't any that I didn't love and hate at the same time.<br/><br/>The story itself is scary...to think that such a concept could be born and carried out is unsettling, but, unfortuantely believable.  I'm not a person who likes blood and gore and this book is sometimes violent and gory, however, not to the point that I was too grossed out to read on.  The romance added just enough additional struggle to keep me addicted.<br/><br/>I would classify The Hunger Games writing as excellent.  As you read you can easily visualize the characters and what's taking place. I am sooooo looking forward to the second book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1674LBYLC376E?ASIN=0439023521	Just OK	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games takes place in a future dystopic North America, where (as penalty for a previous rebellion) each of the twelve districts is required to give up two randomly selected teenagers to the participate in a televised fight to the death. The story is told, in a first person point of view, by Katniss, the female competitor from the poor District 12. She and her fellow competitor, Peeta, are wined and dined in the Capitol, primped and preened for the audience, and then finally dropped into the arena to kill and hopefully survive. Various alliances are formed, competitors are brutally murdered, and in the end a rebellious statement is made to the ruling Capitol.<br/><br/>The plot is generally compelling, and I found myself reading on even as I was unconvinced by it. (For example, District 12 has around 8000 people, the size of a small town, and yet it digs enough coal to fuel all 12 Districts and the Capitol?) There is enough drama, brutality and anxiety to make even a slightly interested reader curious as to the outcome, but our heroes kept getting off easy, not having to make the compelling life and death decisions that the other contestants were making; things just worked out around them. Then comes the end and it's a cliffhanger of sorts, a ""buy my next book"" ending, if you will, instead of just wrapping it up. I didn't appreciate that obvious ploy.<br/><br/>I have never been a fan of stories told in the ""simple present"" verb tense, and the author shifts subtly here and there, unable to keep it up herself, creating a distracting method of storytelling that takes away from the actual story. Granted, this is a YA book, and the intended audience might not be so grammatically picky, but it was a problem for this reader.<br/><br/>Katniss herself was not, to me, a sympathetic character. Her moods and personalities were too extreme; she felt like a larger than life character, rather than a believable hero. Peeta was easier for me to sympathize with, even though he is only seen through the eyes of Katniss. He came across less of a stock character and more real. Many other characters (just for instance: Prim, beloved by everyone; Gale, the boy that is good at everything; Rue, the ethereal fairy child) seemed very much like stock characters, seen in most fantasies, fairy tales and moral stories.<br/><br/>Overall, the story Ms. Collins is telling is certainly an interesting one, but there were just enough snags in it to keep me from finding it a good read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TB08G2DJKQMY?ASIN=0439023521	Great read for the non-reader	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm not really a reader - more of a movie person.  In fact, this is the first book that I've been able to complete in over a year.  While that should be compliment enough, I would still like to explicitly recommend this book to everyone. It is written simply but elegantly. Collins sucked me in and had me emotionally involved with the characters in this imaginative tale of survival and love set in a brutal world. I can't say much more than ""simply fantastic"". If you want to pick up reading as a new hobby, this is the place to start.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12JCG72PT0HJB?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As a woman in my 30's I was somewhat reluctant to start this series, but it was strongly recommended to me so I gave it a try, and I'm SO glad I did! The story grabs you immediately and continues to keep your attention through the very last page, making me grateful that I had ordered all three books so I could keep reading. The details of the storyline are very well thought out and have you thinking beyond just the words you are reading. It quickly became one of my favorites and I can't wait to see how it all plays out!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27TRLL4BCUX87?ASIN=0439023521	A very satisfying adventure.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">There are so many reviews that have covered the story line so I'm not going to bother. I purchased these books through the Kindle.<br/>I just want to comment that I'm in my 40's and I enjoyed this series very much.<br/>It has great characters, a lot of action, and it's a fast read. I hope the movie stays close to the story line. If it's successful and well received then ""Catching Fire"" and ""The Mockingjay"" will most likely be made into movies as well. ""The Hunger Game"" books are as wonderful as the ""Harry Potter"" books are.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2M1FTZY0PSGIA?ASIN=0439023521	Wow, page-turner FTW!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely LOVE the Hunger Games.  I do a  lot of reading and the Hunger Games remains one of the best books I've read in the last several years.  I wanted to write a review specificlly to those who may haven ventured here due to the hype that the upcoming major motion picture has been getting.  Even if you're not big into reading, I'm pretty confident that you'll have NO PROBLEM blazing through this book, and then Catching Fire, and then Mockingjay.  Try out this trilogy tour-de-force, you won't regret it!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNWH2RFQNON9K?ASIN=0439023521	First YA Novel	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I imagine Katniss' character can easily be made to be annoying in the movie adaptation of Collins' novel because there are so many aspects and thoughts to the character that can't translate to film, but she is deeply intricate and makes you believe her disbelief of Peeta.  Collins carefully guides the reader through all of Katniss' emotions and you feel like you're with her.  I was thrown off by the story being told in the present tense, but quickly adjusted.  I'm looking forward to Catching Fire.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2COQQD46YAUB9?ASIN=0439023521	Moving ...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the most moving story I have read in a very long time.<br/>I could not help but cry reading through it and had my heart in my throat hoping that Katniss and Peeta make it out alive. But mostly hoping that Katniss does in fact fall in love with Peeta.<br/><br/>I cannot rate this book highly enough and feel it deserves more than 5 stars.<br/><br/>One thing I would like to mention is that the story is quite gruesome and I do not feel it is suitable for those under 18. Its too close to reality.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CNCN0GJU95U9?ASIN=0439023521	Even after having seen the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My usual reading is non-fiction -- typically with a half dozen books in various states of progress.  When I do read fiction, that's almost never after having seen a movie based on the book.  This time, though, my wife loaned me (thru Kindle) her Kindle version.<br/><br/>Although I knew where the plot was going, I was not disappointed.  If you enjoyed the movie(s), you are very likely to enjoy the book -- probably even somewhat more.  (Katness is memorable from either medium.)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WHKUMWRHMQ2D?ASIN=0439023521	A-MAY-ZING!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read all three of these in 6 days, I couldn't put them down!<br/><br/>They have just a hint of romance for the girls, but I could definitely see men reading them too. The dystopian world she creates is near enough to reality that you can picture the terrain and imagine the villages, but far fetched enough that you can immerse yourself into the fantasy of the capitol. It has the action of the games, the love side story, and the political backdrop - what's not to love?!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BPNPBOI9NBGE?ASIN=0439023521	Great Young Adult Novel!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't start reading this book until after the hype had died down, and the movie was already out. I thought that I would pick it up as one of my first dystopian novels.  I absolutely loved this book!  The concept was unique and different that it kept my wanting to read more!  I ended up reading this book in only a couple of days before ordering the sequel!<br/><br/>For a more in-depth review, check out my book blog, A Nook of Blankets and Books!<br/>[...]</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RTEI1LQRJOCZ?ASIN=0439023521	Old ideas, Fresh twist	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was addicting. It was thrilling. It kept you at the edge of the seat. At first, you can tell that the story came from old ideas, which deterred me for a second. From the Lottery, Brave New world or to movies such as the Gladiator.. and she gave them a fresh twist. Added plenty of gore, action, suspense, confused love triangle, family issues.. it has lots to keep you locked into this story. The characters are relatable and realistic. It read fast and I couldn't stop. Something was constantly happening. No slow parts. Imagery was wonderful! The ending made me hunger for more. Very excited for the next two books that are to follow!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UDP6ISO6HKKO?ASIN=0439023521	Get your HUNGER fix!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of the best books I have ever read! NO spoiler alerts here. Living in a near distance future, the United States has turned into a semi-post apocolyptic setting with 13 individual states. The rich and wealthy live life free of any problems, while the poor struggle for survival in these 13 states outside of the central capital. Murder, Deceit, love, passion, caring, and other emotions come into play during this amazing reading of a lifetime.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3E666LBAV9K0S?ASIN=0439023521	Brilliant!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book.  If I didn't have kids I would not have put this book down.  My favorite thing about this book is how the author did not give any pauses in the story line.  You know in some novels when the author will build the suspense and then something major happens and the next chapter has the main character safe leaving you guessing for awhile.  I just loved how it flowed and can't wait to read the next book and the book after that.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RUMZ1L7AG3QM?ASIN=0439023521	never too old	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am 62 (the wife of James) and read this book when I borrowed it from my daughter.  I didn't know what to expect, since it is in with The Twilight Series for the younger generation.  I couldn't put this book down.  It's full of romance, adventure, decision making, doing what is right, survival, you know, all those great things that we learn from living.  I recommend it to ages 13 on up.  Hope they make a movie!  James is reading it next!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1X2SZVL4D6VJD?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Ok, so I may be late but I haven't watched the movie because I've been waiting to read this both along with the others. This book was worth it! It had me happy, devastatingly sad and worried about people who aren't real. This book is so engaging. All I can say is read this book and you will fall in love and want to protect so many characters that you don't know which way your heart will take you. Just read this book. See you in book two!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LP4S6SKO190S?ASIN=0439023521	Obsessed!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was absolutely in love with this trilogy, and I am already considering re-reading the first book since I loved it so much.  I read all 3 books in about 4 days on my down time.  Normally I read a book a week but I could not put this series down. There is alot of action so I think it is a good series for both male and female readers.  Suzanne Collins makes you feel as though you are in the arena with Katniss, definetly a must read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HHV4GA0Q5645?ASIN=0439023521	Wow!  Fantastic!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins is an amazing writer.  I absolutely loved this book. Originally I thought these books were for teens. I am 64 and this book was recommended by a 55 year old friend. She said this book was impossible to put down and she was so right. I love the central character Katniss a young independent smart and capable lady. The post apocalyptic world in this book is fascinating and scary. Anyhow loved it!!!!!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVCV0S5L9OMFJ?ASIN=0439023521	An Easy Read that Can't Be Put Down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was recommended by a friend. As I started asking around, every person whom read this series did so in a week. Basically, they couldn't put it down.<br/><br/>I'm mid-way through this book and couldn't agree more. By Sunday, I will be done with the series. Absolutely a fantastic book that does a great job of mixing primal survival with new-age technology with a main character that is easily related to.<br/><br/>Get the book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JHZD6SY6W6O4?ASIN=0439023521	Completely unique, Ugly view of human nature	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was creative and well written.  The story isn't at all a sound-a-like to anything else I've ever read. You relate to Katniss, but are also intrigued by the idea of existing in a world like the one she does in this story. This pulls at your heart strings, especially once they start ""the hunger games"". You also can see human flaws in their ugliest form in this book. Very interesting perspectives on things.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RI8C25VW2ED50?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Where to begin with my review of this book! I simply loved it and had to stay up until 2 in the morning to finish it- I literally couldn't put it down! This book is written so well and is not like any other book I have read. I really felt for the characters and became so involved with them. It is rare to find a book like this one. I would highly recommend this book to anyone, do not let the genre take you aback.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PKZ191ZNX6OE?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for more!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Absolutely fantastic! I'm not a committed book reader (I have a bookshelf full of bookmarks, as my partner points out) but read this one in less than three days. Couldn't put the book down no matter how hard I tried. Stayed up way too late to keep finding out 'just a little bit more.' This has left me with a couple of very tired days at the office...well worth it. Highly, highly recommended.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSRGXY2T0KR1P?ASIN=0439023521	Could not put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It has been a long time since I've been unable to put a book (or Kindle) down.  This trilogy was amazing!  Definitely keeps you on the edge of your seat - waiting to figure out what will happen next.  SO good.  I'm glad I read the entire trilogy before the movie comes out.  My only worry is that the cast will not match up to the characters I envisioned in my mind.  Highly recommend!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OZ3TUOCMXCZ1?ASIN=0439023521	Even better the second time	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am reading this book for the second time and it is even better. Oh my gosh Suzanne can write so amazingly well. This book is great, and I don't understand how anyone can give it a one star. The characters are sympathetic, the situations vary from tragic to funny. It is incrediblly quick paced, where I did not skip any pages. It was great all the way through. Great great great book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17EDA3USNLWZE?ASIN=0439023521	MUST READ	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book for me started out as a suggestion from a few friends, and as I began I found myself not being able to put it down. I put off school work to read the trilogy and I want everyone I know to read them. I have never felt so compelled to continue a book in my life, but these are simply some of the best books I've ever read. PLEASE READ. You will not be able to put them down!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PF77YLW9JWX2?ASIN=0439023521	Not what I expected....better!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'll admit that when i started reading the first chapter, I didn't know what type of book to expect. I was so pleasantly surprised! I fell in love with this book! Suzanne Collins is not an author I had heard of before, but can tell you that I have become a follower. A great read for someone who loves fiction that doesn't go over the edge of reason. Believable. Wonderful!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CIOWMFC69ARC?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful read but definitely not for kids!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is quite disturbing but is a great story.  There are situations that haunt me as an adult so I would never recommend this to a child or even young adult.  Maybe it is more disturbing if you have children of your own but it makes a sad statement about today's youth that they are so desensitized that this would pass as entertaining reading material for them.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RFJL32SV9EFF?ASIN=0439023521	This is literature??	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I can understand why preteen girls might like this first book. But when I read that an English teacher was basing an entire semester around these books, I was flummoxed. This is not literature, especially book 3. Speaking as an English teacher, I would allow students to read this for an outside reading assignment, However, in class, I would provide examples of higher level lit. All that aside, the main character Katniss drove me crazy. She is not likable, she is clueless, and really I was not at all emotionally invested in her. Spoiler alert: this is the best of the three. She should have left it here; a tidy ending that resolves the main conflict of the novel and leaves the rest to the reader's imagination.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RH67NEKVQUCR1?ASIN=0439023521	Exciting Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I recently purchased this book for my daughter.  They were reading it in school and she just had to have a copy to read ahead.  It is unusual that she gets so excited about reading so I purchased it immediately.  She has been reading it to me as we drive around town and even I LOVE it!  I would highly recommend it to all ages ... middle school and above.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3EHRZ4FLBT8RU?ASIN=0439023521	Modern Heroine	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is a dark tale, but it is told well.  I won't bother summarizing the book because it's so popular and has been made into a film, so most people know what it's about.  I'm not the target audience; I'm an adult, and this book was chosen for our monthly read, but I still enjoyed it.  My only complaint is that I grew tired of the drama about Katniss and Peeta.  Katniss is so smart, but she couldn't figure out that Peeta really loves her?  She continues to believe it's all a ruse to play the audience during the games?  This didn't really work for me, but I understand that the book is targeted at a young adult audience, and this is all part of the story unfolding. I'm going to watch the film, and I'm also going to read the other two books in the series--have to find out how it all ends!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33YY5R6PM2QO2?ASIN=0439023521	Great YA Book, But Violence Is A Worry	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Synopsis:<br/><br/>In the ruins of a place once known as North America lies the nation of Panem, a shining Capitol surrounded by twelve outlying districts. The Capitol is harsh and cruel and keeps the districts in line by forcing them all to send one boy and one girl between the ages of twelve and eighteen to participate in the annual Hunger Games, a fight to the death on live TV.<br/><br/>Sixteen-year-old Katniss Everdeen, who lives alone with her mother and younger sister, regards it as a death sentence when she steps forward to take her sister's place in the Games. But Katniss has been close to dead before--and survival, for her, is second nature. Without really meaning to, she becomes a contender. But if she is to win, she will have to start making choices that will weigh survival against humanity and life against love.<br/><br/>Verdict:<br/>In this book, Ms. Collins built a fantastical and believable world where the United States is no more and instead the country is now called Panem which is run from ""The Capital"" and divided into 12 districts. The story progresses quickly and fluently with well defined characters who have lame names.<br/>The author's style is great. Ms. Collins' prose is efficient in a no-nonsense style filled with humor which causes the book to become addictive. Like any good story, you are immersed in the universe built around you, yet you know it is not real but you can't stop reading.<br/><br/>WARNING:<br/><br/>The premise for this trilogy is pretty disturbing. It's kids killing kids in a `fight to the death' tournament. But as disturbing as it sounds, the author did a good job of not overwhelming the reader with blood, guts, and gore. The shock value is that this, the actual Hunger Games itself, is considered to be a form of `entertainment' for the people in the Capitol.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RT2VLEOSKFG5D?ASIN=0439023521	McNasty	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am not much of a reader, but my wife told me about the book. As soon as picked it up, I could not put it down. I finished it within 3 days, which is unheard of for me. The second book in the series I read just as fast. Great easy read, fantastic story. The flow of the book is fast paced and fun.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RE9H0TYCDVXE6?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have absolutely enjoyed this book to the fullest. Sure, it's for young adults (and I am in my 30's) but if you want to read a great page-turner, then this is the book for you. You should not go into reading this expecting to have your socks knocked off with the literary genius of the book, however if you are someone who is looking for a cool, addictive read, then the Hunger Games is just the book for you!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UEHUX7OCG6GR?ASIN=0439023521	One of the best book`s for teens EVER!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I`ve read this book so fast I had to re~read it all over again which I had no problem with since it was sooooo good!!!  Trust me, you won`t just want to read it once, you will want to read it a lot of times.  This book is even good for adults too {my mom read it and loved it too} so there`s no excuse to not read this book.  It`s a must read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8U4V9D37UCXN?ASIN=0439023521	AWESOME	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I do not normally post reviews on things but this book was amazing.  It is one of those books that grab you from page one and does not let go until the end of book three.  I have read all three books and am going back and rereading them.  I have recommended this book to all my family and friends and say it is a must read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HVG1QDTU2I61?ASIN=0439023521	beware you'll have to read all 3 books!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Be ready to put your life on hold until you read all 3 books! I couldn't put them down. I had my mortgage bank and my insurance company calling me about my over due bills - I neglected everything (but my children) until I read these books! Amazing, riveting and draining all at once, I even worried about the characters.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OQD45EPRM96Q?ASIN=0439023521	Bullseye!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games lives up to the hype, heart and soul. It's filled with layered characters, crafty plot twits and unexpected alliances that kept me guessing, turning pages and reading as fast as I could. Outstanding! Couldn't put it down.  I look forward to burning the midnight oil with Catching Fire...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29DS9BACTUBPO?ASIN=0439023521	great...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">a great tale in which katniss must fight her way to victory to win the hunger games... a televised event for the entertainment of the capitol,a ruthless gov ernment controlling a region once known as norht america. katniss must do terri le things in these games to win back her freedom. an amzing story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IS6KM35P1OOR?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent read with loads of action	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Part one of the trilogy is actually the best book in the trilogy. AN excellent read with obvious statements about our current society's  emphasis on image &amp; entertainment.<br/><br/>It's a shame about part three, Mockingjay, which I gave up on.<br/><br/>However this book is good as a stand alone</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZ8BX8QJQUTFM?ASIN=0439023521	Very good read - didn't expect it to be so good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book prior to seeing the movie and I was extremely surprised how good it was.  I'm 50+ and everything I was told and heard was that it was a book for a much younger generation - but I could not stop reading it.  It captivated my imagination.  Can't wait to read the next book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R150R83GJ7T6PN?ASIN=0439023521	Not all bad...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I would have enjoyed this book much better had it been a little more realistic. But I know it's more of a YA novel so I guess I can forgive that. It was a great parody of reality TV. Most of it was fun to read. However, I didn't appreciate the zombie werewolves. Pretty corny and ridiculous. To me the main weakness of the book was that I never felt a real connection to any of the characters. It felt like a compilation of of different science fiction elements and it ended up not feeling as real as it could and should have.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19B5B82UQA7UT?ASIN=0439023521	Got me reading again, however....	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've read very little fiction in my adult life.  I was standing in the middle of a Super WalMart a few nights ago when this book caught my eye.  Maybe it was the black cover.  I read the synopsis and a few paragraphs and had the feeling I had picked it up before.  I didn't buy it then but couldn't stop thinking about it the next day.  From the reviews I've read, not being able to get the book out of one's head is a common occurrence.<br/>  I basically ran full-speed back to WalMart that night to read a couple more paragraphs.  I opened at random to the astounding passage in which Katniss is standing on the disc, waiting for the gong to sound and the game to begin. By the time her orange backpack had deflected the knife and she was running toward the forest, I was hooked.<br/>  I stayed up all night to read it.  I took a few small breaks only to massage my neck and grab a Coke. I decided about a quarter of the way through that it was by far the most disturbing book I'd ever read.  The weirdest.  The most sickeningly nightmarish....(""What kind of mind...?"").  I couldn't get enough of it.<br/>  I have two big problems with it though. I don't think anyone in reality would buy the love story that Katniss's sponsors were trying to push. When people are fighting against each other for survival, they don't fall in love. Second, I found it totally incredulous that Thresh would spare Katniss's life, especially so late in the game. I know he and Rue were from the same district, but it just seemed totally unbelievable and something of a *deus ex machina* to keep Katniss alive until the end.<br/>  I'm a little embarrassed that I didn't realize until reading reviews online that *The Hunger Games* is considered a ""children's"" book.  What child would read this though? The writing style and content seem about as adult as can be. I found the book in the adult section, so apparently I'm not the only one with this view.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KLSR1X47K8UZ?ASIN=0439023521	Eh	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Its way better than the movie. I like how well written this book is and that it mainly focuses on Katness. But I don't like this perspective for the future. The capitol is full of idiots who enjoy watching gory deaths. I didn't absolutely hate this book, but I definitely disliked it.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AX1N0KRXSQJM?ASIN=0439023521	Running Man plus Long Walk Meets Survivor	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Decent book.  Not nearly as good as the reviews in general, but decent.<br/><br/>Basically, this is the Running Man with some of The Long Walk mixed in.  Add a little of the TV show Survivor and voila!<br/><br/>Entertaining, but CLEARLY stripped down to appeal to a younger audience.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36OCSBL00SSKV?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've read the negative reviews of those who were appalled by the violence of teenagers, by teenagers.  Well, I believe the author recognizes that in a society such as this, a society that has devolved into an existence rather than life, people don't get to hold on to youth for very long.  Life has become so cheap that when it ends earlier than it should, the death is a release, painful to those left behind, but an end to misery for the person who dies.  I believe she does a fine job of showing that not all the adversaries are capable, at least initially, of thinking in terms of killing.  They have to grow to it out of survival instinct.  And if some wish to believe that all these teenagers would be peaceable people if left to their own devices, then I wouldn't wish to disabuse them of their innocence.  However, I believe that most of us realize that there are psychopaths born, and psychopaths created, in just this sort of environment every day, and those people do not require anything like organized ""games"" to perpetrate violence.  The ""careers"" would fit that profile.  As for the others, well survival instinct would be all that is necessary.  Prim would never have been able to rise to it, but her character is representative of that special portion of society, all societies, that help us hold on to our best humanity.  I didn't at first enjoy the first person telling of the story, but I grew to appreciate it.  Some negative reviews disliked Katniss, but I say to them, if you have to become the adult at 11 and the survival of your entire family falls to you, there is very little time to develop a sweet, girlish, dreamy personality.  If she seems cold, calculating and unfeeling, well, there again, how can you survive if you are worried about the feelings of every person you meet?  If you want to heal every animal you shoot for food (Prim) then hunting will be out as a means to feeding your family.  If you are worried about upsetting someone, you might not be able to bargain successfully for things your family needs.  I found Katniss to be a deeply loving person, for those she allows in.  I wonder, in some of those reviews, if it is more the fact that she is a female survivor that has some reviewers so down on her character.  Perhaps we would accept a male making the calculations and being cold and aloof, to be more acceptable to our idea of what makes a good adversary.  Perhaps had it been Peeta who was the savior and Katniss who was relying heavily on him, some of those reviews would have been more positive.  Anyway, I am waiting with great anticipation for the final segment of Mockingjay to be released, at which time I will buy the set, but until that time I am filling in the time by rereading the Hunger Games trilogy, and once again, enjoying it completely.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLPZWN0Q8U5X3?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wasn't sure if I was going to like this book. I was hesitant to read it as I normally try to avoid over-hyped books. Eventually my curiosity won out and I decided to read the trilogy. I'm only done with the first book so far, but I'm really glad I read it.<br/>Everyone knows the premise by now, no need for me to rehash a summary.<br/>I really liked Katniss. She grew up in a very rough situation. She spent her whole life so far struggling to survive and to keep her family alive as well. She is very resourceful. She made the ultimate act of love in volunteering to take her younger sister's place in the games, but she didn't expect to survive. She harbors great disgust for the capital and what they are doing to the people of the districts. And is revolted by the people that see 24 kids fighting to the death as entertainment.<br/>I know this is a dystopian world so a person really has to separate that world from our reality while reading. But it was really hard to understand how the people of the capital could be so distanced from feeling anything for the people of the districts. If it weren't for the districts, the people of the capital couldn't survive. The most disturbing part to me was the people that were helping prep Katniss and Peeta for the games. I was dumbfounded at the lessons and coaching for the interview. Does it really matter considering all but one are going to be dead shortly anyway?<br/>The addition of Rue to the story, who reminded Katniss of her little sister, was very emotional. Katniss liked her but yet deep down knew that they both weren't going to survive, and yet she helped Rue as much as she could.<br/>The biggest struggle I had with the story was wondering why the districts didn't revolt again. In reality, they hold all the power. If they all stopped providing the coal, food, etc to the capital, the people of the capital couldn't survive. Yes, the capital may lash out at them, but they can't really kill all of the people in the districts because they needed them to continue being their slaves. I'm sure that's why the capital kept the districts segregated, as long as they couldn't communicate with each other, they couldn't coordinate a revolution.<br/>The twist at the end with the ""creatures"" was a bit over the top. It just added to the feeling of the gamemakers and capital residents having a very warped reality. Their reality is so far from the reality we know and the districts know that it makes them seem down right crazy.<br/>All in all I am very glad I read this book. I will be reading the rest of the trilogy as well. After that I may even see the movies. This book really stuck with me. When I wasn't reading it, I was thinking about it. That is a sign of a very good story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3912D3V4Q49IY?ASIN=0439023521	Five stars!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Firstly, I hate giving anything five stars. If something is incredible I usually give four. Five means flawless and this book was just good.<br/>Originally, I was determined not to read this book. Of course I kept hearing about it and I kept thinking, a book about children killing each other? That sounds horrific and depressing, which it is. At times it is absolutely horrifying, more so than any horror movie. At other times it is so beautiful and heartbreaking it brought me to tears. There were times when reading this I wanted to run home, hold my family and tell them I love them, and there were times I wanted to vomit in disgust. I think at the center of this book is reflection. What it means to live, to have compassion, what you would be willing to do to survive or for others, what others would be willing to do for power. I felt in so many ways the the author was reflecting our society back to us.<br/>This story takes place in Panem, in what is today North America. In Panem there are twelve districts and one all controlling capital. While people of the districts starve, the people of the capital eat for pleasure, dress to excess, and most importantly watch the districts children fight to the death for entertainment. This is punishment for rising up against the capital long before any of the children were born. In so many ways I thought are we the capital? The way that wealth in America today obsess with fashion, with celebrity, with trival non-sense so far removed from the real issues of the world. The starving, the poor, the wars. Don't people today find entertainment in violence? In what ways are today's governments like the capital of the hunger games world? What would we do if we were in this situation? Kill others to survive even if they are also pawns in the government's game of keeping it's citizens down? Rise up against the capital even if it means death for everyone we love? Everything about love, honor, family, loyalty, honesty is questioned in this book. Really a fantastic read that is both entertaining and enlightening about humanity.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1D7UKXFYSWY2C?ASIN=0439023521	The best book ever!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the perfect sappy love adventure for anyone!!! The best part is knowing she actually has feelings for peeta. If anything read this book before seeing the movie because the movie will make much more sense after reading the book<br/>I LOVE THIS BOOK! IT IS ABSOLUTELY POSITIVELY ESSENTIAL TO READ THIS BOOK!!!!!!!!!! I could not put this book down at all. I started this the day catching fire came out and I loved it.  Here is my list on what: made this book amazing:<br/>1. Not much violence cause you would think a lot of bloody scary detail. not at all.<br/><br/>2. Lots of detail. It painted a clear picture in my mind<br/><br/>3. Original. You would think oh just another long violent boring book. But it isn't . It shows her emotions<br/><br/>Spoilers review<br/><br/> The hunger games is a BOOK about panem a country that was once know as north America where the districts fought against the capitol and as punishment for it each district shall offer one male and female who will fight to the death in the arena and the winner will be bathed in riches.<br/>  Katniss Everdeen is a poor girl who lives in district twelve. Pete malark is a boy has always had enough to it and likes katniss. Katniss loves her sister so much she volunteered for her at t he reaping so katniss and peers are the two star crossed lovers from district twelve who go th through so much together to stay alive.<br/>  When the time comes theory do everything they can to keep each others alive during the games meanwhile the capitol loves watching kids fight to the death. There can only be one winner in the end though so they show up the capitol saying there doesn't have to be a winner.<br/>  I recommend this book to anyone then now I have to read the other two!!!!!-!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRL140DG7JZVN?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games Review  By: Arissa McGowan	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">“The Hunger Games,” is a dystopian novel that was written by Suzanne Collins. The novel portrays a future in North America where once a child turns 12 years old, their name is put into a drawing between the girls and the boys. A teenage girl and a teenage boy from each of the 12 districts compete till the death, until one person is left standing. The mayor of district 12 named Effie Trinket draws out a name from the girls and the boys. The name she had drawn from the girls was “Prim Everdeen.” Once everyone had heard the name of the girls, Prim’s sister “Katniss Everdeen,” had volunteered as tribute to take her sister’s spot in the 74th Hunger Games. Then, Effie Trinket had drawn a name for the boys, and the name was “Peeta Mellark.”<br/><br/>  Once every district had a teenage boy and a teenage girl tribute, they were all sent to go train before the battle. Everyone had practiced with different types of weapons, such as knives, bow and arrows, and etc. Peeta Mellark even practiced real live painting on skin, so that he could blend with different surroundings, during the games. Weeks after practicing, everyone was ready to go to the Hunger Games. As they counted down the seconds before starting, you could tell that everyone was very nervous. Then, before you knew it, it was time; everyone had rushed to go get a survivor bag. Many of people were already getting killed in an instant. As the games went on all you could hear was a canon or gun being fired, every time you heard that noise that means someone had died, and it was all being televised live. As Katniss stayed in a tree all night, she had noticed that the guy that was supposed to be on her team had traded her, and that was Peeta. A guy named “Cato” from district 2 had people help looking for Katniss, so that they could kill her. Day by day more and more people were dying. Sooner or later Katniss had found some plants and mud that looked like they had been used for something. So, Katniss kept following the trails and found Peeta in the mud, being artistic. Peeta had used the mud and the plants so that he could blend in with the surroundings. The canon had fired again, there were only 3 people left but only one could win. Those 3 people were Katniss, Peeta, and Cato, who was going to win?  Find out who is going to win, when you read the book “The Hunger Games.” Katniss Everdeen is a sixteen year old woman, who volunteered to take her sister’s spot in the Hunger Games, and she is just hoping that she can return back to her family. Peeta Mellark is a sixteen year old baker’s son, who is very compassionate and was entered into the Hunger Games also as a tribute.<br/><br/>  The theme of this book is to stand up for what you believe in, even if you have to take risks, because if Katniss didn’t take her sister’s spot in the Hunger Games, then the capital would’ve turned the death of children into entertainment. Katniss Everdeen is the protagonist in this story because she has to fight to the death and return to her family. The consequences for the protagonist, is that she faces that Peeta is going against her. Some problems when reading this book, is that I had to keep reading some chapters over again to understand them. I recommend this book, because you will just want to keep reading the book without stopping because you will want to know what happens next. Just stand up for what you believe in, even if you have to take risks.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1URU7ZXACNPAQ?ASIN=0439023521	Dystopian Novel for All	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was introduced to The Hunger Games, by Suzanne Collins, a few years ago by my friend before it  became a pop hit around the country. With the new release of Catching Fire in movie theaters, I have decided to come back and reread the book. Coming back to the world have Panem for a second time around still held up fairly well to my expectations. It's no wonder that The Hunger Games has become a huge hit .<br/><br/>Natural disasters and human war has brought humanity into a precarious life. People live in what is now North America, albeit a different version, in the country of Panem. Within this country lies twelve districts, each one specializing in certain products and where the people live poverty-stricken lives in order to support the jewel of the nation, the Captiol. Years before, there were thirteen districts. After a failed rebellion, the thirteenth was destroyed and the rest were burdened with what is known as The Hunger Games, an event that pits two children, one male and one female, in a fight to the death.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is the story of Katniss, a sixteen-year old girl who supports her family on her own through illegal hunting since her father died in a mine accident. For the 74th Hunger Games, Katniss takes the place of her sister, Prim, as tribute for District Twelve and finds herself in a fight for her life and the life of her fellow tribute, Peter Mellark.<br/><br/>Katniss definitely grows and changes throughout her experience in the Hunger Games. At the beginning, she is this young girl, focused on trying to keep those she loves alive. As time goes on, she begins to get a first look into the lives of those outside her district and begins to form her own opinions about society and life. I sometimes found it a bit tedious to listen to her ramble on in her head at some points, but I just passed it by. The rest of the characters have their own personalities, but most just seem to be there to pass along the story to and help set up events for Katniss.<br/><br/>It's funny how such a brutal event, where kids are supposed to kill each other for entertainment, gives way to some sort of real/fake love story. The Hunger Games are described as gruesome bloodbaths, with tributes killing and maiming others in horrible ways. Yet, Collins almost downplays this key characteristic in order to focus on the romance that constantly switches between a fake show and true emotions. There were some very violent moments, but for the most part, the romance plays the largest role. I found that the constant switching became a bit annoying, as if Collins wanted to make sure the reader absolutely understood the problem.<br/><br/>Within this story of romance and perseverance, Collins takes a stab at the growing split between the very rich and the very poor. She paints the rich, the people who live in the Capitol, as terrible people who find entertainment in watching children and teenagers fight and kill each other in cold blood. They feast upon delicacies and live in posh apartments while those who live in the districts live meager lives, barley scraping by every day. She builds the entire world upon the premise of the gap of wealth and wants to show that it will only get worse if it is allowed to linger around.<br/><br/>I really enjoyed The Hunger Games both on my first read and in following ones. For some, it's a story of an individual trying to overcome all odds. For others, it's a romantic drama between two young people. The Hunger Games can take on different meanings, which is one of the reasons why it is such a good book and why it is one of the most popular series today.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R259EE0FE56Z74?ASIN=0439023521	Should kids read this?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Is This a Good Book for Kids?<br/><br/>As a media professor and author of young adult sci-fi, I have spent more than a few years studying research on entertainment and psychology.  Just before Catching Fire was released in theaters, I was asked this question by a television news program.<br/>Most of the research that exists on the impact of media violence on children concerns television and video games.  However, a common theme in all the research was that exposure to violence with no social justice creates feelings of helplessness and inevitability.<br/><br/>This is particularly significant when looking at the influence of peer groups.  Peer group establish norms for behavior.  Younger people are more susceptible to following the norms established by their peer group, even when that behavior is destructive.  We see bullying as a prevalent example.<br/><br/>Kids who have developed a strong a sense of social justice—the belief that their actions matter to society, are able to identify and withstand the negative tendencies of their peer group.  They may deal with it differently.  One individual may loudly challenge the behavior, while another may find more subtle means to counteract the group’s destructive behavior.<br/><br/>So when we put the violence of “The Hunger Games” into the context of the entire story, the question becomes, “What values does the book impart?  Particularly, the narrator, Katniss?”  She is a teen from a poor community, oppressed by those in power.  She sacrifices herself for a greater cause, in this case initially to save her younger sister from certain death.  Finally she decided she would rather die than accept the ruling-class’s inhumane system of social control.  When she is forced to fight, she only defends herself and risks her life to defend others who are weaker or disadvantaged.  By standing up to unjust authorities, she changes the world for the better. These are values we hope to find in people of all ages.<br/><br/>The book’s message of resistance to oppression seems to me to be an antidote to oppression felt by both kids and adults.<br/>To find much of the research concerning children and media entertainment, do a search on Joanne Cantor (University of Wisconsin) and Patti Valkenburg (University of Amsterdam), leading scientists in this field.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RW7YR82ISJVDI?ASIN=0439023521	This book became my life!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins is an amazing book! I couldn't put it down! The book takes place in the future and shows how the central government is run. There are no cities but everything is divided into ""Districts."" Once a year each district has to draw name (teen male and female) from a glass to pick who will fight in the annual Hunger Games. The Hunger Games is a certain setting that the government chooses and where the teens will fight to the death. Only one person wins. Whoever isn't killed and is the last standing wins. Although when the main character Katniss Everdeen volunteers things change drastically! The whole time I could not put the book down! Great read.<br/><br/>Even though the book is in the future and is realistic fiction it makes you wonder what our government might be like. The idea of having our government send teens to fight to the death is not only eye opening but very interesting to see take place in a book. The author uses vivid description you almost want to laugh, cry, and smile just like the characters! You almost feel like you are in the book. Logically and emotionally the book appealed to me right from the dirt paragraph! I instantly made a connection with the book that I had never with any other book.<br/><br/>The amount of description that was used in the book was amazing. The book was very suspenseful  considering the fact teens were forced to kill each other. You not only have the action- adventure element you have the romance between the main characters and the intense situations each character must face. There wasn't  a second where I ever doubted choosing to read the book. I never wanted it to be over! Overall I highly recommend this book and hope anyone who decides to read it enjoys the book as much as I did.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QITUIEGZYUQZ?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games - a Must Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Book one in the Hunger Games Trilogy, by bestselling young adult author Suzanne Collins, introduces Katniss Everdeen, who, although only 16, has survived and taken care of her mother and beloved sister, Prim - for the five years since her father was blown up in a mine - by hunting illegally with her best friend Gale.  In this fantasy thriller, set in the country of Panem, which is located where North America had been before it was destroyed, Katniss lives in District 12, where Appalachia once was, where coal is mined, and where most of the residents are among the poorest of the entire country.  There were once 13 districts, but District 13 staged a revolt against the Capital and was destroyed.<br/><br/>To remind the residents of the power of the Capital and the danger of revolting against them, they hold annually what is known as ""The Hunger Games,"" where two children between the ages of 12 and 18 from each district, a girl and a boy, are sent as tributes to fight to the death until one victor is named.  The Capital treats it as a holiday, shows the cruel ""games"" on television, and generally makes a celebration of showing that they can take the resident's precious children and nothing can be done about it.  Everyone is required to be in the square at 2:00 on the day of what is called ""the reaping,"" where the names of the tributes are drawn.  Unfortunately, Katniss' little sister, 12 year old Prim's, name is drawn, so Katniss volunteers to be the tribute rather than to let her little sister go to her death.  The other tribute will be Peeta Mellark, the baker's son.<br/><br/>After being allowed to say goodbye to family and friends, the tributes are transported by train to The Capital, where they are wined and dined (more rich and delicious food than Katniss has ever seen in her life), as well as presented to the country after being groomed by stylists.  Katniss and Peeta have great stylists and make a debut with costumes that appear to be on fire; they draw the attention of the country, but aren't favored to win since there are ""career tributes"" who have been training all of their lives to compete.  Afterwards, they go to training with the tributes from the other districts where they learn survival skills.  Once the games start, it is a fight to the death for the kids; the suspense is unnerving, and it is very difficult to put the book down until the surprise ending is revealed.  Both Katniss and Peeta know that there can be only one victor, and even though they are from the same district, they don't want to become friends since one of them may have to kill the other if one of the other tributes doesn't do it first.<br/><br/>It's no wonder that this book was made into a movie after hitting the bestseller lists; although it was written for young adults, The Hunger Games mesmerized both young adults and adults alike.  Anyone who hasn't read the book has cheated himself out of a great reading experience.  The subject matter of the book is difficult, and it's not easy to read about likeable characters who are starving, and in peril trying to stay alive.  However, Collins handles it well, with innuendo of violence rather than blatant graphic violence throughout the novel.  The underlying issues of corrupt government power, cruelty, greed, true friendship, importance of family ties, and loyalty are evident in this novel, and when finished it is one that is not easily forgotten.  Obviously the subject matter is not for young children, and some of the incidents during the games could cause a few nightmares.  However, The Hunger Games and the two subsequent books are absolute must-reads.<br/><br/>This book was purchased with personal funds and no promotion of the book was solicited by the author or publisher.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGSCR9VU8C7GX?ASIN=0439023521	Plot - 5, Characters - 4, Theme - 4, Voice - 4, Setting - 4, Overall - 4	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">1) Plot (5 stars) - In a future where children are reaped to fight to the death in the equivalent of a reality TV show, one contestant refuses to play by the rules, an act of rebellion that could start a revolution.  Collins' plot is fast-moving and suspenseful, resulting in a one of those ""can't put down"" books.<br/><br/>2) Characters (4 stars) - Katniss is the reluctant hero, a tough, brave, but emotionally-closed teenager.  She has much of the angst of a modern adolescent, only she is living in much more trying times.  Two boys complete the love triangle.  Gale, the rough and angry Option A, and Peeta, the kind and sensitive Option B.  All three were drawn well and enjoyable.<br/><br/>3) Theme (4 stars) - There's obviously a statement in here about a totalitarian government stealing freedoms from the masses.  But we've heard that story before, so thankfully there was also something new.  What I found fresh was the commentary on the modern spectator society--on how when we view other people's triumphs and sufferings through a screen they become entertainment to be consumed, and how this informational closeness but human distance makes us self-centered and numb.  And there's also a comment on the other side--on the object of the spectators--the Facebook, Twitter, and Blog generation who publically narrate their lives and spend their time playing to invisible eyes.  This theme is relatively new in the human experience (at least at this magnitude), and so it was neat to see it already explored in a work of fiction.<br/><br/>4) Voice (4 stars) - The story is told from Katniss' clipped, direct POV.  Though I wouldn't describe the prose as poetic, it was very readable and creates a definite mood to the tale.<br/><br/>5) Setting (4 stars) - Collins' skillfully paints a future that is both different and recognizable.  I could image the picture she paints.<br/><br/>6) Overall (4 stars) - A fast-moving dystopian tale with a fresh moral for our Facebook generation.  Though the target audience is young adults, I felt the teenage angst was done with sophistication, and the somewhat clichéd juvenile rivalries were not too distracting.  I'd recommend it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIIGUL1E79GH3?ASIN=0439023521	My Favorite Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Katniss volunteers for the Hunger Games, a televised fight to the death, in place of her little sister.a boy and a girl are chosen, and guess who's the boy? Peeta Mellark, the boy who once saved her life.  It only gets more complicated when he proclaims to all of Panem that he loves her--and then there's Gale, the boy she left behind in District 12.  It's safe to say her life is pretty complicated.<br/><br/>WOOSH! Did you hear that! that was the sound of my mind being blown away. Let's just say this book set the bar for awesomeness. I got this for Easter and I couldn't help myself--Even though I wasn't supposed to read it yet, I took a little 'peek' that ended up lasting for 12 pages.  Hunger Games hooked me from the start. In fact, I would give this book six stars if it was possible!<br/><br/>The things I liked--no, LOVED about this book were:<br/>1.) the action. I've never read a book that had so much action and yet wasn't some cheesy crap that reminded me of a bad 'guy flick'. It was well written and kept me wanting to read more.<br/>2.) The romance; one of my friends put it like this; ' I wish I had someone like that.' So, all my guy friends who read this were really into the action scenes, and all my girl friends were crying over loving kisses in a cave. (Read and it'll make sense.)<br/>3.) the whole book. There was really nothing bad to say about it. Even though there was a  certain scene where I was sobbing and mentally yelling ""WHY!"", I actually DID understand why Suzanne Collins had to put it in there. It was for the best.  And she succeeded in making this particular scene even more beautiful in the end, which made me need to get even MORE kleenex. So I really can't complain.<br/>4.) The book makes you think. It's not simply a mindless entertainment story.<br/>So. I am done with my rant on how this book was the equivalent of a hot fudge cookie sundae with a cherry on top. Or, an all-expense paid trip to the Caribbean.  Or becoming best friends with the superstar you idolize.  Or--well, you get my point.<br/>Now, you must go out to the library, or the bookstore, or a friend who owns it, or wherever you get your books, and READ IT. No matter if you're a guy or a girl, or someone who hates reading.  You'll LOVE the Hunger Games. I promise!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HKDWJ0WVO0N?ASIN=0439023521	If Ever There Was A Trilogy Worth Reading, It Would Be This One!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Firstly I'm probably the only person to never read The Hunger Games as soon as I heard it was amazing. I took my time getting to this book and I should have listened to everyone else and raced to it, but I'm stubborn! Pushing that aside the Hunger Games is uniquely constructed, and has an extraordinarily built world that's vividly detailed. The characters are remarkable, each with a surprising amount of depth, and easy-to-like or easy-to-hate personalities. From the beginning you'll have your mind made up on whose good and whose bad--that will change. The heroine Katniss Everdeen is flawed yet has a lot of strength and courage. Right off the bat I really admired her for stepping up to protect her little sister Prim from the Games by taking her place. Her bravery is impressive but aside from that she's also a wood's warrior; she can climb trees, has deadly accuracy with a bow, and can hunt like nobody's business. Then there's Peeta - the bread making boy from her district whose also chosen for the arena. He's the epitome of all that is good, kind-hearted, self-sacrificing, and loyal to no end. His stability and confidence is unbelievably charming. His relationship with Katniss is complicated and beautiful--you'll be rooting for them throughout the entire story!<br/><br/>I loved almost everything about The Hunger Games the only disappointment I had was that we rarely got to see much of Peeta as he and Katniss are often separated. Gale whom is Katniss' bestfriend from the district is mentioned frequently but we never really get to know him except through what we hear about him. Excluding those facts I enjoyed the camaraderie between the formed alliances, but was seriously devastated at the hopelessness of the situations all the characters find themselves in. Haymitch--Katniss and Peeta's mentor--is perhaps underrated but astronomically important in trying to help them succeed and stay alive. I feel that more credit is due to him as a past survivor of the Hunger Games, I loved that even though he's strange and irreparably damaged he gives them the tools necessary to have a good chance at beating the odds. He has such a darkly humorous outlook and it was refreshing of his character not to sugarcoat the very likelihood of death. I don't think many YA authors take such matters seriously enough and portrays important issues appropriately, but Suzanne Collins gets it and does it right. Those expecting romance will be satisfied and yet still want more. The Hunger Games is conceptually clever and extremely gripping. I was near tears during some of the scenes as they struck a chord inside that appeals to everyone's humanity. The world built and weaved into words is dark, seemingly despaired, and unjust but riveting nevertheless. The realness of it will chill your blood because the situations are pretty believable. Children and teens fight for their survival and are pitted against each other for the entertainment of the Capitol and the last one standing wins. It's beyond twisted, crosses many moral lines, but you won't be able to stop reading once you start. I'd strongly recommend for teens over the age of 14 due to violence, and human cruelty.<br/><br/>Located in the ruins of North America lies 12 districts in a nation called Panem with a government-like society dead center named, The Capitol. You have to follow each and every rule because if you don't punishment is swift and deadly. Every year The Capitol holds and celebrates the biggest event--the Hunger Games. Children and teens are randomly selected and forced to participate in a life or death battle arena where only one can emerge as the victor. Sixteen-year-old Katniss Everdeen isn't looking forward to the reaping process this year particularly since she's got numerous chances of being selected. She's both horrified and shocked when her younger, and only sister Prim is chosen as the contender. She does the only thing that can save her--she offers to take her place. With this almost guaranteed death sentence Katniss must make some of the most difficult decisions that goes against her morals to make it out alive--and may the odds be ever in her favor--or not.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is wildly engaging and shockingly amusing. It's easy to lose track of time, minutes will turn into hours so beware of the addicting nature of this novel. It's a blend of science fiction, dystopia, with realistic conditions and futuristic-like advancements. If ever there was a trilogy worth reading it would be this one. It has a universal appeal, it can most definitely be enjoyed by both teens and adults. The Hunger Games is suspenseful, emotional, and a must-read. Collins has written a powerful story with authentic characters, and creates an unbelievably astonishing, and gritty world.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39UJ7GY1LVUZ8?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games Review?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games Review?<br/><br/>The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins...Wait, I know what you are already thinking...Do I really need to read another review of The Hunger Games? Well, lets talk about what a review really does. A review allows the reader to digest...so to speak...their reading experience. It allows said reader to mull over the key virtues or defects the reader found in the book he or she has just finished.  A review is a personal comment on the reader's personal reading experience. So in essence, by penning a review the reader is allowed to connect with the reading community at large, which doesn't often happen; since reading is usually a solitary activity. So, yes, I do want to offer my personal take on the colossally popular YA novel.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games has been sitting in my To Be Read (TBR) pile by my bed, since it first came out. What I'm saying is, I didn't just jump on the bandwagon, because it became this giant hit in 2011/2012. I haven't even seen the movie. Honestly, the dystopian genre has always been a favorite of mine. Science fiction is what I called it back in the day, but now this offshoot of science fiction has emerged with its own characteristics. It is really amazing to watch a whole new genre come to life from the ashes-so to speak-of science fiction. I guess it is important to identify what classifies a book as dystopian. Robinson Wells defines dystopia on his blog as, ""Utopia with a fatal flaw. Think of all the classic dystopias--1984, Brave New World, The Giver, etc.. These novels all show worlds that attempted to create a perfect society, but that 'perfection' was attained at a horrible cost."" (I'll add Shirley Jackson's short story, The Lottery to this list of past dystopian classics) I like this definition, so lets go with it; since there are dystopianites all over the world debating the ""real definition"" of this genre as I press the keys to click out this review.<br/><br/>Now for the review...I read the The Hunger Games back in May/June 2012, it jumped to the top of my TBR pile when I was asked to write the English Department's request to add this novel to our seventh grade approved list of ""teaching novels.""  You can't very well write such a document unless you have read the book, but I seem to continue to digress.<br/><br/>I read the book and wrote up the request, but I did not write my review.  Before I felt comfortable penning my commentary, I needed some mulling over time.  I now have had several weeks to carefully consider this novel, and here are my thoughts...The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins is one of the best dystopian novels, I have read to date.  It has so much to offer.  With that said, I will add that I am going to present my review in a most non-traditional manner.  First, I am going to assume that anyone who is reading this review already knows the basic premise of the book, in other words, I'm skipping the summary part of the review.  Instead, I am going to focus on the themes the novel has to offer in the hopes that YOU, the reader of this review, will make some connections and develop new original thoughts based on the various and sundry themes floating amongst the 374 pages of this dystopian YA novel-and there are many.  Here is what I came up with...<br/><br/>Friendship<br/><br/>Friendship is seen in many forms throughout the novel:<br/>Katniss and Gale<br/>Katniss and Peeta<br/>Katniss, Peeta and Haymitch<br/>Katniss and Cinna<br/>Throughout all of these relationships, friendship is revealed to be a crucial factor in the triumph of Katniss.<br/><br/>Family and Sacrifice<br/><br/>Loyalty and protection of family - Katniss makes the ultimate sacrifice to save her sister by volunteering as a tribute in the games. This is an important theme for young people, as the life of social media, and fragile connections between friends and family is now the norm. Through the lens of the novel, teens will be forced to imagine if they would be brave or valiant enough to stand up and protect family members, and thereby, decide how much personal relationships mean to them. Would they give up their Gameboys, their Internet or Facebook? What about their cell phones? Young people today are so connected with their technology, they often don't think about what is at stake.<br/><br/>Survival<br/><br/>Survival/Importance of Nature - There are many interesting techniques dealing with surviving in nature on one's own found throughout the novel. Katniss shows the importance of knowing how to stay alive with no technology, or help of any kind. This is important for young adults today because of society's heavy reliance on technology. Through the protagonist, Katniss, teens are forced to imagine life with no technology. Questions such as-How might a modern day teenager communicate, eat, or provide for their families if they lived in the world of The Hunger Games?- can be addressed by the reader of this dystopian novel.<br/><br/>Freedom and Oppression<br/><br/>Freedom of Speech - The Avox character in The Hunger Games is a distinct representation in our ""real world"" of the dangers of losing our Constitutional rights as citizens. These servant characters have had their tongues removed for slanderous remarks, or simply questions pointed to the capital of Panem. The novel allows teens to examine the importance of the Freedom of Speech, and think about what we, as a society, should be doing to protect this right.<br/><br/>Materialism<br/><br/>Loss of Identity through Fashion - The character of Effie Trinket is a colorful, and fashion driven lady who is ""always up on the latest fashion"". She does a wonderful job of showing the reader how far fashion trends can go. She is the bridge to discussion of social classes and the gap between rich and poor. The wider this gap becomes, the more apparent it is to outsiders to be able to identify the rich from the poor. The fashions become a symbol of social status in the world, and something that the rich are unaware they are marketing. A great eye opener for fashion driven teenagers.<br/><br/>Class Structure<br/><br/>Defining the ""haves"" and the ""have-nots"" - Through the novel, teens are forced to compare and contrast the population of the capitol with the population of the districts. Young adults are forced to use critical thinking skills to decide what is important: the relationships of family and friends as shown in the districts, or material goods as in the capitol. Also, the novel allows teenagers to examine the unfair nature of government, as it is portrayed in the novel, as all products are filtered through the walls of the capital, and thereby the reader is allowed to examine what is wrong with the capital's system of government.<br/><br/>Media<br/><br/>Dangers of the Media - In The Hunger Games Suzanne Collins makes a clear issue of the dangers of reality television, something that our whole society is exposed to on a daily basis. The concept that the reader should be taking away from the novel, is that with little provocation, our society is very quick to forget about the people (tributes) involved in many ""media challenges"". As viewers, we disregard the human aspect of television, and focus on entertainment alone. Panem's capitol is representing the future of our culture if reality television keeps going in the direction it is aimed. The novel forces teenagers to make connections by relating the media circus of The Hunger Games to shows like Jersey Shore and Hoarders. Very savvy teenagers will readily see the dangers of using people's problems as entertainment. Mature teenagers will also ask questions, such as, do we see these people as people or characters? In asking these types of questions teenagers will become aware that media has a way of making us forget just who is on the other side of the camera.<br/><br/>Identity<br/><br/>Loss of Identity through Media - Peeta's struggle to be more ""than a pawn in the games"", is a large theme in the novel. His fight to keep his loyalties with Katniss though the games is honorable and is a good example of overcoming peer pressure. The teens will observe the methods that Katniss and Peeta use to overcame the game's influence to become killers, and instead hold fast to their morals, and only do what is necessary to survive. In contrast to other characters, Katniss and Peeta did not abide by the capitol's wish to ""put on a good show"" for the viewers of the games. They often use the influence of the media in their favor, as well, in helpful and peaceful ways, as opposed to the violence used by the other characters in the novel.<br/><br/>Symbolism<br/><br/>The mockingjay pin - The mockingjay pin worn by Katniss in the novel, symbolizes the revolution of the districts. Using the ""historical context"" of the pin, which is a jab against the capital (mockingjays were created to spy on the people of the districts, but the districts discovered the birds and used them as a way to feed the capitol false information), becomes something that represents not only the revolution, but hope, freedom, and the ability to change.<br/><br/>Historical Context<br/><br/>The Hunger Games Arena - The Arena that the tributes fight in is very much influenced by the Roman Era Arena. The whole idea of people having to fight to the death as entertainment for the ""upper class"" is parallel to Roman times gladiatorial competitions held in coliseums all over the Roman Empire. This might potentially opens up a teens interest in a historical time period. It can also allow teens to identify elements of the novel that are inspired by history.<br/><br/>Whooh!  I have come to the end of my list of themes. I know this is not what you might have been expecting since this is labeled as a review, but do note the question mark in the heading of my review. <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Hunger-Games-Book-1/dp/0439023521"">The Hunger Games (Book 1)</a><br/><br/>[...]</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCVA2YG6XRMFY?ASIN=0439023521	A callous future	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">** spoiler alert ** First off...SPOILERS are in this review. If you have not read the book, back out of this review now.<br/><br/>The setting is in the far distant future, but it's mind-blowing to even think that humankind can become so callous and malevolent as to send twenty four children between the ages of twelve and seventeen to their deaths yearly. What has happened to make us this way?<br/><br/>We don't really know. What we do know is that a large number of people--an entire District--were killed by the government, the Capitol, as an example of what could happen if you were to ever step out of line again. It's told to us that there were once thirteen of these districts, each with a different industry focused to provide goods for the Capitol. Supposedly, you can still see District 13 smoldering from the damage done. At least this is what our character and those of her kind have been led to believe. It's been more than 70 years since any of it happened so the details are sketchy at best.<br/><br/>In the beginning, I felt sorry for Gale. The very hunky, every girl in District 12 seems to want him, boy who is Katniss' best friend. We learn very little of him, actually, we learn very little of any of them, but you can tell from their short interaction that he has developed feelings for her. She, of course, is oblivious. She seems to suffer from this affliction throughout the book in regard to any male affection. I digress.<br/><br/>We learn quite a bit more--by comparison--about her ""relationship"" with Peeta. He's the quiet boy with the crush from a distance, who finally gets his chance to tell her how he feels, and he does it openly on a large stage. A grand gesture for sure, but of course Katniss is oblivious to this. Though at the direction of her sponsors, she winds up playing to the cameras during their time in the Arena and is rewarded for this.<br/><br/>You realize right away that she is oblivious to Peeta's actual feelings and you feel sorry for the guy. Can anyone honestly say that if in Katniss' situation they wouldn't have suspected the same?<br/><br/>There are ever so slight twists to the story. You truly learn very little about anyone but Katniss--it's first person point of view, so she'd be the one we unearth the most about.<br/><br/>There is an amount of predictability to the storyline, but it's original in plot. If you don't pay attention to the tidbits of information given to you by Katniss throughout the book, you will miss the character development. There were only a few small grammatical errors, but once I hit page 57, I didn't want to put the book down for too long.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NJITP5QU0WLR?ASIN=0439023521	Genius storytelling!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So when everyone was getting all excited for the release of `The Hunger Games' film, I was sitting there thinking `OH GOD NO!'. From what I heard it was going to be the `New Twilight', and quite frankly, I couldn't think of anything worse. Whilst the Twilight books were quite good, the films were the worst things I had ever seen in my life, and I couldn't bare to think of another seemingly good book go down the drain.<br/><br/>But anyway, a friend bullied me into it, and I downloaded Hunger Games on my kindle.<br/><br/>It was devoured in the space of 24 hours and then Catching Fire and Mockingjay were immediately downloaded and yet again devoured in the space of 48 hours.<br/><br/>Suzanne Collins' writing style is electric, and I honestly could not put this book down. What I loved most is that Katniss is not your typical heroine. She isn't a particularly nice person when it gets down to it. She is loyal to her family, and to her that is all that is important, which is a wonderful trait for her to have, particularly given the dangerous and poverty stricken life she lives.<br/><br/>Peeta was a wonderful character that I took to straight away. Whilst it is probably true that Gale would be better suited to Katniss in temperament, I really loved how strongly Peeta felt for Katniss, and how he was willing to give up his life to keep her safe. They were complete opposites, but they seemed to fit perfectly, like two sides of a coin. Katniss' returning feelings for Peeta were wonderful to read, as we know that she does not love him in the same way, yet that is OK. We know that Katniss would never fall in love easily. She is too stubborn and level-headed to believe that love would help her in any way, so it was wonderful for her to realise that love does exist and that maybe she could one day be capable of giving it.<br/><br/>The story of the capitol and the games was tragic. It gives us a reminder at just what the future could hold for the planet, should repression of rights continue as it is in some countries. How far will the leaders of the world go in a bid to maintain order? A thoughtful and quite frankly scary idea, but so cleverly put into writing.<br/><br/>5 stars and a definite recommended read!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FA3SL7PO16MB?ASIN=0439023521	Not bad, but definitely does not deserve the hype	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After reading about this book in the New Yorker, I was really looking forward to reading the book. After reading it,  I have to say that I am perplexed by the cult-like following that it seems to have attracted. This is probably the highest ranked book on GoodReads and I am quite sure that it does not deserve that. Although this does not really affect my rating, it is hard for me to write about the book without mentioning it.<br/><br/>The good<br/><br/>I found the book well written and easy to read (in a good sense). It makes good use of the first person narrator (Katniss) who is telling us her story with some perspective. The character is interesting and engaging. She is brave in the face of challenges that nobody should have to face. And she is  talented and smart. I can see how she is attractive to many readers. In some ways she reminds me of Bilbo or Frodo Baggins (<a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/J-R-R-Tolkien-4-Book-Boxed-Set-The-Hobbit-and-The-Lord-of-the-Rings-Movie-Tie-in-The-Hobbit-The-Fellowship-of-the-Ring-The-Two-Towers-The-Return-of-the-King/dp/0345538374"">J.R.R. Tolkien 4-Book Boxed Set: The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings (Movie Tie-in): The Hobbit, The Fellowship of the Ring, The Two Towers, The Return of the King</a>)-- who started out innocent and weak and were forced to adapt to many challenges. Granted the hobbits were quite a bit richer than Katniss!<br/><br/>I also appreciate the use of dystopian world to criticize some excessed in our world. A good book should talk to us in a meaningful way.<br/><br/>The Bad<br/><br/>However, the story itself is some predictable. Of course, lots of stories are and are still fun. But since the world and character seem quite unreal to me, the challenge also does not seem real. There is nothing wrong with making up a world and this does not normally bother me. But  the best fictional world have a certain internal logic to them. Panem (the country where Katniss lives) does not. It seems to be in our world and yet the economy does not too much sense (10,000 people living in a district mining coal in a rather primitive and inefficient way in a futuristic society with a lot pretty amazing technology).<br/><br/>I don't believe that there is a girl like Katniss or a world like Panem. They just seem too perfect (the former) and imperfect (the latter) to me. Although there are a lot of really good heroes in the literary world, it is pretty normal to give them a flaw or two. It makes the story more interesting and all the more satisfying. I guess Katniss has her arrogance, her poverty, and her absolute devotion to her family.<br/><br/>Yes, I get the idea of the adolescent rage at the system or the need to rebel or something. And the book shows a strong and spunky protagonist who is doing just that. And yes, I understand the need to scream about all of the commercialism and ""reality"" shows out there. But somehow, I think that if these are the main issues, the story should have a setting that one can relate to.<br/><br/>And I find the violence a bit disturbing. Some books are able to have to great battles without actually showing the blood. Think about the Hobbit (the book, not the movie!), there is lot of fighting but how is it described? I suppose if you want to make a point about the horror of wars or something, you might want to show the pain and the blood and so on. But I don't think that this is the case here at all. In such stories, the ending is not predictable. Also the gratuity almost stands in contrast to the book's anti-commerical and reality show message...we are the ones enjoying it.<br/><br/>If you want a spunky girl who has to show unexpected courage (courage beyond the call of anybody's duty), what about <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/To-Kill-a-Mockingbird-50th-Anniversary-Edition/dp/0061743526"">To Kill a Mockingbird: 50th Anniversary Edition</a>? This to me is a story that is every bit as exciting and not particularly predictable. And a heck of lot more profound. Orson Scott Card's <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Ender-s-Game-Ender-Book-1/dp/0812550706"">Ender's Game (Ender, Book 1)</a> also deals with youth thrown into an impossible and unfair situation. Both of these points manage to make their points quite effectively without any of the violence.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CL9CRYS4XAPP?ASIN=0439023521	A Promising Start to the Trilogy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">There is no denying, Suzanne Collins trilogy, beginning with The Hunger Games, has become a cultural phenomenon. Growing up, I can remember the excitement I felt, waiting for the latest Harry Potter novel or movie to be released. Today, with the Twilight series, Hunger Games, the Millennium  Trilogy, even Fifty Shades of Grey, it seems like every series is advertised as the next big phenomenon.  I was hesitant to dive into The Hunger Games, but when a friend provided me with a copy, I decided to give it a shot.<br/><br/>The novel takes place in the nation of Panem. Basically, North America has been divided into 12 districts, each serving a specific economic purpose. Each year, in commemoration of the revolution and probably more in an attempt to remind the citizens of the leaders' power, each district is required to send one boy and one girl to participate in a televised battle to the death known as The Hunger Games.<br/><br/>Sixteen-year-old Katniss Everdeen, a skilled hunter from the coal mining district 12, finds herself thrust into these games when she volunteers to enter in place of her younger sister. She will have to face career tribute, people who have specifically trained to compete in the games, so she is almost certain the battles will result in her death. Her hunting skills come in handy, however, and with the guidance of Haymitch, a drunken winner of a previous games, she soon becomes a serious contender. But survival isn't easy. To win, she is forced to make life or death decisions, face taking the lives of other, and risk betraying relationships.<br/><br/>I was pleasantly surprised at how much I enjoyed the novel. The opening, where much of the backstory and preparation take place, was a bit slow. That being said, the story kicks into an unputdownable gear as the games actually begin. Like any good reality television program, I found myself sucked into the action as it was presented. I did feel that the characters were not as deeply realized as they could have been, but as the first novel in a trilogy, I expect they become more layered in later installments. While The Hunger Games is by no means perfect, it does successfully entertain while still provided clever commentary on social and cultural conventions.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KDL4TH247DI?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games book review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games: Book Review<br/>By: Morgan Rawle<br/><br/>I read the magnificent book The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins. This book is written in first person point of view. Also, if you are in the mood for a young adult, science fiction adventure novel, this book is perfect for you! The Hunger Games makes me feel smitten by the excitement and suspense. Know that when you read this book, it will make you want to sit down, read, and keep reading until you've finished. Suzanne Collins is so descriptive and detailed when she talks about the setting. The narrator of this book is Katniss, the main character. Her perspective is more tense and protective than a normal writer's. I adore how her writing varies in styles. For example, when Katniss talks about her younger sister, she speaks very protectively. Whereas when Katniss speaks to Gale, she is laid back and relaxed. You never know what Katniss is going to do next!<br/> The setting adds so much effect to the story.  The fact that it is set in the future makes it so much more exciting.  It takes place after a world war that destroys everything.  A new world civilization is created where the country is divided depending upon its resources.  These are called districts.  There are twelve districts. Some are based on farming and agriculture while others are based on mining and electricity.  In fact, one important part of the setting is the arena.  This is the place where most of the action happens.  The tributes are sent there to fight to the death.  The arena is interesting because the climate and the environment are controlled by the game makers.  It changes and makes the actual games more difficult for the tributes.  The setting creates a spectacular image in your mind that takes you into the world of the Hunger Games.<br/> The characters in The Hunger Games are spot on.  For example, Katniss, the girl who would abandon her own life to save her little sister, Prim, is relentless.  She is very resourceful and a great role-model for young women.  Some of Katniss's intelligent skills are that she is amazing at archery; she is also very wise when it comes to which plants are safe to eat.  Peeta, on the other hand, is so gentle and kind-natured any girl would be lucky to have him for a husband.  Peeta has so many skills, including baking, designing cookies, camouflaging, and so many other things.  I for one am utterly in love with Peeta Mellarck.  Both Katniss and Peeta are from District 12.  All of those people work in the mines or go to school.  Also, Rue is one of my all-time favorite characters.  She is so sweet hearted and down to earth.  If I could be anyone in this book it would be her.  The characters in this book are indisputably magnificent.<br/> This book contains action, love affairs, and suspense. This book leaves you gripping the edges of the book wanting to find out what happens next. I would recommend this book to anyone and everyone.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1EPKVE87DZFN0?ASIN=0439023521	Best Dystopia Series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">✔<a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Hunger-Games-Book-1/dp/0439023521"">The Hunger Games (Book 1)</a> (HG, Book 1) by Suzanne Collins 5 stars★ and a favorite♥<br/><br/>*♦Review for October 2014:♦*<br/>Reread on kindle (5★♥) w/ audio (4★).<br/>(Kindle Trilogy edition &amp;<br/>Overdrive library audiobook read by Carolyn McCormick)<br/><br/>♦The book: 5★♥<br/>I had first read this series in the summer of 2012. And then reread it right away because I loved it so much. Loved the suspense and the emotions from it. And then I watched and rewatched the movies. The first time seeing it, I felt was good but took away some of that raw emotion and deep character development.<br/><br/>I've recently reread The Hunger Games and it still grabbed me. This time I was read it along with the audiobook read by Carolyn McCormick. She did just ok. I still love the book and give that 5 stars. But the audiobook didn't capture it enough for me, so 4 stars.<br/><br/>I am still pulled along with Katniss Everdeen throughout the story. I enjoyed the first person narrative (and in fact because hungry or thirsty myself whenever Katniss did). She is a great example of a reluctant hero (or this case heroine). Even at the end, she still doesn't want to be the Victor, and not for a rebellious reason too.<br/>Still love Prim and Rue and ♦&lt;SPOILERS&gt; this time I even got teary-eyed because I know what's to come.&lt;/end spoiler&gt;.♦<br/><br/>♦The audiobook: 4★<br/>I really didn't like Carolyn McCormick's voice for Prim and Rue and sometimes the other characters. And I really, truly didn't like her ""singing"" voice, if you can call it that. I did think Carolyn's accent was spot-on for the Capitol characters. Especially loved her voice for Effie. And then I found myself reading ahead of the audiobook a few times. Maybe because the book just has me gripped or because McCormick just talked a little too slow at some of the climatic parts.<br/>I will be given her a second chance though for Catching Fire... (bought the iTunes audio last year for about $3).<br/><br/>.<br/><br/>*♦Review from 2012:♦*<br/>Like this series a lot.  Great suspense. Own the hardcover series.  Am currently reading the books on Prime on my Kindle Fire classic.<br/><br/>This series is gripping and well written. The book has more depth than the movie and I'm glad I read this before seeing the movie. The series as a whole is well set. As a fellow veteran, I can see how Katniss dislikes these horrible killings for pleasure. And she is right - killing a human is different than hunting for animals. We are meat eaters but we're not cold blooded killers by nature. We are not emotionally built that way.<br/><br/>Currently borrowing ebook from Amazon as a Prime member. Find it is easier to make notes and look up words with kindle edition.<br/>Second time reading this book. First time was beginning of summer of 2012. Bought the hardcover set.<br/><br/>I can see the connections Collins makes with 'the games' vs. the Roman's gladiator games. As a society we haven't changed much. We have reality shows like ""The Amazing Race,"" ""Wipeout,'"" and for the romatics there's ""The Bachelor."" These reality shows are for our ""enjoyment.""<br/><br/>But what's next?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23BAZMA6I5QVI?ASIN=0439023521	A rollercoaster going nowhere	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book appeals to me because<br/>1. it convincingly describes the plight of the poor [always touches a chord with me, coming from poor upbringings myself],<br/>2. it describes the obliviousness of the ""out of touch"" privileged who feel that the poor should be PROUD to have their lives treated like the playtoys of the 1%, and<br/>3. it covers believable [though I admit I'm not certain if AUTHENTIC] survival skills that level the playing field, as it were, in class warfare--Katniss wins because she has a greater desperation to survive than those from the upper districts who treat life-or-death as just another silly game and don't know what it's like to truly have to fight for one's life.<br/><br/>This book repulses me because<br/>1. it glazes over the seriousness of the consequences of having a government in power that SANCTIONS MAKING ITS CITIZENS KILL EACH OTHER [though by the time the book is established, the country has been crushed under an iron fist to such a point of general complacency that it's unfathomable that any of the repressed could have ever allowed it to persist for SEVENTY-FOUR YEARS],<br/>2. it focuses mostly on this predictably awful pseudo-love-triangle romance [I get Peeta's sincerity, but I cringed when he started acting like an exhibitionist player, telling Katniss it was fine if she saw him naked] with WAY too much internal monologuing [telling vs. showing], but mostly,<br/>3. IT'S WRITTEN IN PRESENT TENSE.<br/><br/>For all the other problems the Hunger Games books might have, the use of present tense is the hardest to forgive, because it's such an unnatural expression of narrative. The only times present tense works is in scripts [because the action DOES happen as it's being acted], Choose Your Own Adventure novels or ""Dick and Jane"" books [because the reader is actively being drawn in as a participant], and instruction manuals [because it's the use of imperative]. I guess maybe in reviews like this, too, but not when I'm describing a thing that happened in the book--IT ALREADY HAPPENED. It is not still happening!<br/><br/>Honestly, I would've given another star had all the action been past tense, but as it is, every sentence is the visual equivalent of fingernails on a chalkboard. I've had friends comment that the use of first-person is just as bad, that first-person should NEVER be used in a story--while I don't feel quite the same way to that extreme [I've read some good first-person journal-style stories], the series definitely could've been helped by the third-person perspective used in the movie adaptation, being able to see vs. taking it on Katniss's word that President Snow is a deeply wicked person, for instance.<br/><br/>Overall, this is what I think doesn't work [***SPOILERS***]:<br/>- The story doesn't begin until the Hunger Games start--there is so much haphazard effort put into world-building that Collins forgets to actually tell a story. Yes, there are things that are presumably important for exposition, but they are so drawn out as to read like a teenager's summer camp journal. Yes, the Reaping was a key emotional point, but--on the whole--the entire story could have been written more efficiently and covered more ground than it has. For instance, there could have been a dry introductory chapter with a third-person narrator describing the world, how the Districts' rebellions were crushed and the Hunger Games instituted. As an internal monologue, it reads like Katniss has to stop every ten minutes and remember something that happened years ago. Even having one character TELL the history of, say, Mockingjays to another character would read better than Katniss just remembering it to herself.<br/>- Katniss is good at surviving... but that's it. She's not really likeable except in that she has the sense not to glamourize death and wants to protect the innocent. She strings along Peeta as a survival mechanism--because it will increase her chances of winning and, possibly, avoiding having to kill him--and keeps emphasizing how she has to put on a show vs. maybe being a little more honest and possibly risking the chance that no one will sponsor them. She has no real plans beyond ""don't die,"" and when they return to District 12, all she can think about is having to keep putting on a show for the people, OH, and maybe also dealing with the backlash from the hinted-at uprisings.<br/>- Avoxes: Who cares. Okay, sure, maybe they're important in the other two books, but it feels like just one more ""Look how evil the Capitol is!"" hook, at the expense of doing nothing for the current book but filling space. This is improved with their omission from the movie adaptation, I feel--but then, I was one of those philistines who saw the movie first and read the book to see what they changed.<br/>- WHERE IS THE MORAL. I kept hoping there would be at least SOME kind of conclusion, some evidence that Katniss was changed by the Games beyond ""Yay, I won... for NOW."" Nope, the book is one big Chapter 1 of 3. I even skipped to the end of <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Mockingjay-Book-3/dp/0439023513"">Mockingjay (Book 3)</a> to see if the ending was worth reading the other two books--Katniss has two kids that Peeta has to TALK HER INTO HAVING, and they don't even have NAMES. What. It's comes across as not an ending so much as, ""Well, I'm out of ideas. I'll stop here."" The obvious social commentary is lost under the ""bread and circuses"" of the spectacle--which may be the point, that we so-called civilized people are so out of touch with our humanity that ""kids killing each other"" doesn't bat an eye so much as gets our blood pumping to see more. What should be one of the most horrifying things imaginable is a mere amusement at the box office. Yes, you might say, ""Well, it's just FICTION,"" but can you really say there aren't still people in this world who want to see that for real? I mean, where do you think murderers come from?<br/><br/>I've tried to like this series, honest. The movie's performance is a slap in the face to the sexist Hollywood producers who think ""strong female characters"" don't sell well because they think ""strong female characters"" consist of scantily-clad women performing ludicrous acts of violence to a terrible farce of a script. It's also a slap in the face to the racists who can't read ""dark hair and dark skin"" as being black [or even ""not white""]--""It ruined the movie for me!"" GOOD, I say. Really, though, there was so much promise squandered by shoddy execution, and as much as I've fished for the gems in this book, I can't ignore the sludge I had to go through to get there.<br/><br/>tl;dr: Watch the movie--it's a little better, but not by much.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1L4JJOCJWL7FR?ASIN=0439023521	Sucked Into The Kiddie Pool	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">While the party may have ended, the band has packed up their instruments and is boarding their bus back to Panem, the streamers have been torn down by the kiddos, and everything that could have been said about THE HUNGER GAMES has probably already been said, I still feel the need to review it. Why? Because I've never been very good at marching in step with the rest of the crowd. Plus, as I write this, THE HUNGER GAMES occupies #9 of the Amazon Kindle eBooks Bestseller List for only the 840th day.<br/><br/>So how did Suzanne Collins create this international party with a rabid group of followers? By writing a damn good novel, and despite catering to the YA crowd, she held nothing back with the violence, as she dropped it across the blood spattered pages. As for her main character Katniss Everdeen, she is the real hero of this story, and she's the glue that holds this entire novel together. Without being inside of her head every second of this novel, the entire structure on which it is built would fall apart. You can claim that this should have been written in third person, and that it would have added suspense, as well as rounded out the other characters. But it would have changed the focus of the novel entirely, and it would have lacked immediacy. In order for first person to work successfully, a novel needs a strong, well-defined main character. Check and check.<br/><br/>She does a great job with world-building, and I was sucked right into the kiddie pool with the surroundings, circumstances, characters, districts, and everything else that she so expertly articulated. So what if the love triangle is overdone? Without it, the story would have lacked heart. Besides, if you really want to talk plot, there are only seven basic plots, according to Cristopher Booker. Sure, this number ends up being a bit arbitrary, but it's not like authors have an unlimited number of plots to choose from. So what it really boils down to is execution. Over and over again this book proves its point with Katniss, the quick flip of the pages (or push of the button for us Kindle users), the action scenes, how far we get into Katniss's head, and the world-building. If you haven't already hopped on THE HUNGER GAMES phenomenon, you better board the bus now, or you're liable to miss out on the after-party.<br/><br/>Robert Downs<br/>Author of Falling Immortality: Casey Holden, Private Investigator</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RB5Q3CVANWB0M?ASIN=0439023521	The Consequences of Lacking the Luxury to Love	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Katniss is sixteen, but she has yet to experience the slightest intimacy beyond a familial kiss. As the oldest child in the family, she is tasked with the unenviable job of providing for her mother and younger sister when her father perishes in a mining accident. Set in the near future, most residents of Pan-Am are forced to subsist through utter capitulation to the Capitol's whims. The only ways out are to break the law and hunt outside the district (which carries a capital sentence), or prove victorious in the annual Hunger Games.<br/><br/>Being forced to live off the land for years, pairing her natural talent for archery with Gale's instinct for setting snares, they eke out a comfortable, if arduous, existence in District 12. Until Katniss' sister Prim is chosen for the Hunger Games, despite only having one slip with her name in the Reaping. I expect this ""coincidence"" to play a prominent role in the following two books.<br/><br/>The bulk of the book is fast-paced, with occasional flashbacks to Katniss' past, and how she seems to be the only lady in the family without a talent or desire for treating the sick and injured. Although she has her father's talent for calling out to the Mockingjays, she chooses not to do so, preferring the practical and more immediate fruits of hunting and gathering.<br/><br/>The Games themselves are never dull (particularly because the Game Masters can't afford to rely on nature and the killer instincts of the contestants to whittle down the numbers). Any tribute who gets complacent or is lucky enough to enjoy a cushy half-day or two is immediately beset by traps, lack of resources, or anything else that could lie in store for them (including genetically engineered killing machines). They know their lives are not held in high esteem by the Capitol, and the only way to increase one's chances of survival is to appeal to one's sponsors, a task that becomes exponentially more difficult the longer the Games continue, and the more delirious the betting becomes.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is excellently written and paced, and while Katniss' introspective analyses of her personality, her emotions and her life can get tedious at times, it doesn't adversely affect the experience overall. It soon becomes apparent that while Katniss is unfamiliar and uneasy with the concepts of romance and love, she still has a firm grasp on her humanity. Love has been abandoned, alone in her soul, but it is far from dead. A sense of duty, obligation and debt has replaced it, and she hates being in anyone's debt (although she soon learns that this is sometimes unavoidable, and some debts can never be repaid, at least not in the conventional sense).</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYPJ1VAUKARXQ?ASIN=0439023521	What Can I Say After 8,000+ Reviews?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games has some flaws, many of which are pointed out in these reader reviews.  I found it difficult to follow the first person, present tense narrative for the first 50 pages before my mind and eyes settled in on that writing style.  It has been accused of plagiarizing Battle Royale and Collins' character development skills have come under question.  The totalitarian society lacks definition and there are some amazing twists that solve pressing plot problems.  All this is true, however...<br/><br/>Not every book needs to be perfectly done.  Not all books define characters in a satisfying way and most books take thoughts and ideas from other works.  To define a ""good read"" one only has to answer the question ""does it take you away from the day-to-day for a few hours and interest you in a different world?""<br/><br/>Good books provide an escape and maintain a level of anticipation that keeps the reader wondering what comes next.  How will our protagonists get out of this mess?  On these accounts, The Hunger Games is a good book and I'm confident that the second and third books will have the same positive attributes.<br/><br/>It has the additional benefit of being wildly popular with young readers.  Middle and high school students have embraced and devoured these books in unprecedented numbers.  Before the admonishments on the brutality and cruelty exhibited in The Hunger Games, I'm sure our teens have seen much worse on cable tv and video games.  The fact that it has attracted a veritable army of teenage ""readers"" only bodes well for the future literacy of our young ones.  Sure, its not Shakespeare, but reading anything at this age is way better than reading nothing at all and it may just light a spark of interest which someday may become a raging fire.<br/><br/>If you doubt me, read it yourself.  It's worth the price.  And while you're at it, buy one for your teenage child, niece, nephew, grandkid or neighbor.  That is, if they haven't already read it.<br/><br/>John E. Nevola - Author of The Last Jump - A Novel of World War II</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11PD1HC2CWVI6?ASIN=0439023521	Best series I have ever been fortunate to get my hands on...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have never been so in awe of an author in my life (admittedly it isn't a spectacularly long one). I set myself up to be freaked out and put off by the violence but it wasn't like that at all.<br/><br/>Set in future North America in a country called Panen, Katniss Everdeen, a girl of 16, spends her days providing for her mother and sister in a place called District 12. The book is set around an annual event called the Hunger Games, in which  a boy and girl from each of the 12 districts in Panem are set into an arena to fight to the death and watched on live TV. This is as payment to the Capitol, the city in Panem, after the districts rebelled 74 years previously.<br/><br/>After Katniss' sister is called up to fight at the Reaping, she volunteers to take her place and is delivered off to the Capitol to be prepared, knowing only one person can survive.<br/><br/>Now I had the idea that the area would be some kind of gladiator ring, or just out in the wilderness. I didn't realise that Capitol had complete control over the arena, rigging up certain areas to pose more dangers to the tributes. It worked really well and added more danger that made the chance of survival remote. In fact, it wasn't at all what I expected, which made it all the more better - I hadn't imagined the book would be like it is at all.<br/><br/>The structure of the book may take some getting used to but it works really well and compliments the first person style. I loved the humour in the book and felt like I was living in the arena with Katniss and the other tributes. It pulled me in and I read each book one after another. And then again. And again.<br/><br/>I loved these books soooo much and wish I could unread them, just to get the privilege of reading them again! If you haven't read them yet, I would definitely try now, especially if you haven't seen the film. The book is a lot better and really worth the read!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14YGK9MC7OT2K?ASIN=0439023521	Not was I was expecting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games:<br/><br/> I'm one of those people who doesn't like to conform and jump on bandwagons when society comes up with these trends that come and go. When I read the syllabus and found out that I had to read the Hunger Games I was not too thrilled, but was slightly interested to see who this Katniss character was. I thought this book was interesting but not all that it was cracked up to be. I wasn't sure how I felt about it but I couldn't stop reading because I needed to find out what happened. It was hard for me to think into the future and how America could ever end up like that.<br/> My favorite parts were reading about the thirteen colonies and how the story flashed forward into the future. I was interested in reading about the government and how overpowering they were to send people to fight for their lives. This part of the story was very relatable especially with the upcoming elections and ads on tv. Sometimes I feel like the government now is like that. I felt myself getting emotional during the game makers and when people were chosen. When Katniss takes her sisters place I felt like I was right there with her. I wondered if I could ever do that for my sister and if she would ever do that for me. I also liked the romance between Peeta and Prim. I liked the role reversal and how they played opposite gender personalities. Katniss was strong and Peeta was open.<br/> I really did not like reading about the love triangle between Katniss, Peetas, and the guy from her district. I also couldn't get to like Katniss; she was very self absorbed and that made it hard for me to like her. I was really quite horrified by the concept of killing people to gain food for their district. The whole killing concept was really depressing and made me anxious. At times I felt like I was reading a bad newspaper article. I'm not too sure why this book didn't appeal to me because I know that I am the minority of the population who didn't like it. I also did not like how the author left out descriptions of the characters. I found this rather hard to envision what these characters looked like and therefore made it hard for me to picture the story playing out in my head. I couldn't tell you the setting or what the district looks like. I feel like these are main points that make a story a story.<br/> I believe the main concepts of this book are about coming of age rituals and the adolescent years. But this book shows struggles that adolescents face and how they overcome them. This story showed how a girl became a woman and how she has to make decisions and choices in a crazy world. She's forced to grow up and make adult decisions and hold responsibility. Sometimes, in our society, adults think that adolescents are not capable of making these types of decisions.  I also could relate to this story because Katniss and her district were the poorest and their struggles could relate to Appalachia.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JRBF8PFBA93K?ASIN=0439023521	A real roller coaster ride of an adventure that has a point, as a good YA novel always does	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Katniss Everdeen volunteers to be District 12's female ""tribute"" to the annual Hunger Games because she can't bear to let her little sister, 12-year-old Prim, accept that lottery assigned role. Katniss knows it's a death sentence, because each district must send two tributes to the Games - one boy and one girl - and only one can survive. The tributes will be trained, placed in an arena with unknown conditions (anything from desert to arctic), and left there until they've killed each other off. That is the ongoing punishment the Capitol visits on its once rebellious districts, and as far as Katniss knows no one has ever challenged the Games and their rules in 75 years. Winning means a lifetime of ease for the winner, and a year of Parcels for every citizen of that young person's district. Since people commonly starve to death in District 12, those parcels mean survival. And at first, Katniss doesn't care if she has to kill the male tribute from District 12 along with everyone else who enters the arena. Peeta, the local baker's son, was kind to her once when it made all the difference; and Katniss's reaction to that is hated of indebtedness. She only hopes that her well-honed hunting skills, learned from her dead father and practiced through years of illegally taking game to feed her mother and Prim, will be enough to carry her to victory. Unlikely though that seems, it is all she has...and then things get worse, as she learns that Peeta loves her and she begins to want him to survive, too.<br/><br/>This young adult novel is, like so many good ones in that class, entirely readable for adults as well. It's scary enough so I'm glad I could not encounter it while I was an YA reader myself, quite a few years before its publication. Its first person, present tense viewpoint is one I don't usually enjoy, but in this case that viewpoint works because it gives immediacy to Katniss and her situation. One crisis follows another - at times the story moves almost too fast, as both Katniss and the reader struggle to keep up with what the Gamekeepers as well as her fellow contestants are throwing at her. The one thing I find hard to believe is Peeta's sincere and completely self-sacrificing love for Katniss, which doesn't change no matter how she behaves. He seems a bit too saintly, in that respect at least, to stay credible.<br/><br/>A real roller coaster ride of an adventure that has a point, as a good YA novel always does. In this case the point (in my estimation) is that people don't know what they are capable of until survival, their own, hangs in the balance. I agree with the reviewer who says that one must accept the author's premise in order to suspend disbelief, and I can understand why that might not work for everyone. But it did work for me.<br/><br/>--Reviewed by Nina M. Osier, author of 2005 science fiction EPPIE winner ""Regs""</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DXPNNABA0XGR?ASIN=0439023521	I didn't expect to like this book so much!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">** spoiler alert **<br/>Let me start by saying I started this book expecting to be disappointed. I was pleasantly shocked when I realized I was moving from that expectation to not wanting to stop reading! So, here's why:<br/><br/>Firstly, I don't like reading in the first person. There's usually a lot of commentary coming from the voice of the primary character that would not be in a normal person's inner monologue (e.g., ""I'm so tired I feel like a building has fallen, pinning me to the ground"" vs ""I'm so tired I can't even muster the energy to move an inch""). Suzanne Collins did not write in the way that irritates me and so now I have to reassess my distaste for 1st person writing -- well done, Ms. Collins!<br/><br/>Secondly, I tend to stay away from books intended for young readers because I find they're toned down to be accepted by that audience. The end result is usually a lack of reality/grittiness that would occur if the characters were in a real-world situation. The Hunger Games may be written with words and style that are easily consumed by younger readers, but the world she presents is clearly not intended for children. It's full of palpable danger, pain, and pleasure. Again, I give my kudos to Ms. Collins.<br/><br/>Those are writing elements, but let me move on to the characters and different parts of the actual story:<br/><br/>Likes:<br/><br/>* The monologue in Katniss' voice seemed real to me instead of contrived just for the sake of the reader. There are times when she does step outside of the ""now"" to relate a previous story, encounter, or similar in full detail that is obviously exposition. Perhaps it happened so seldom that it didn't seem forced. I prefer as little exposition as possible, but stories like how Katniss got the goat, or how her sister wore a hand-me-down until it was rags do have a place. It's a tough balance when writing in 1st person. I still prefer 3rd.<br/><br/>* The violence and emotions of the different characters was not toned down. They were in a very deadly situation in the arena and that was effectively delivered. The survival of the non-Careers was questioned from the start, and some of them were dispatched in a rather grizzly manner. This is what I DID NOT expect and what I am glad I received.<br/><br/>* There was romance, which I normally despise in a story (book/show/movie) because it seems contrived for the pleasure of those who like that sort of element in a story. In the Hunger Games, the romance aspects were absolutely and completely necessary for the story to unfold as it did. Without Katniss playing up their romance to the Games' audience, they would not have made it out alive.<br/><br/>* When Katniss finally realizes she has no concept of the actual passage of time in the arena, that really hits home for me because I also have no sense of time as the book progresses. It was a nice aspect from Kat's perspective that was relatable.<br/><br/>Dislikes:<br/><br/>* Some of the details were sort of silly -- the way the people of the Capitol dress; the bio-engineered creatures that were used as weapons; the love of a boy since age 5. These details, and probably a few more, were unrealistic to me and detracted slightly from my suspension of disbelief. The ideas that ""people would never want to appear as a joke"" or ""there are easier ways to make a weapon that bio-engineering"" always run through my head when I see that sort of thing in a story.<br/><br/>* That Kat could read JUST ABOUT EVERYONE else in the story except Peeta with regards to subtext and body language is slightly absurd. Sure, she had no real experience with what adult love could look like, but they were together long enough for her to get something from him. She was with him as long as Haymitch and she could think inside Haymitch's head. She is a born empath and that is not fully executed.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6NS6XK7W0Z6S?ASIN=0439023521	Sets the standard in a crowded genre	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What more can be said about a book that has close to 100,000 reviews on goodreads?<br/><br/>Over 900,000 readers have rated The Hunger Games an average of 4.5 stars. They say that 5 star reviews are the author's friends and family in which case Suzanne Collins must have a lot of friends or a very big family. But the ratings are high for good reason: the story of an apocalyptic future in which teenagers are selected through a national lottery to battle others to the death is believable and compelling.<br/><br/>The first act of the book is the strongest, with characters who have depth and are very well nuanced as they navigate their daily lives to forage, hunt and trade for food in a police state that is the America of the future. It's here that we are introduced to Katniss Everdeen of District 12 (`The Seam'), the coal producing region. The irony of her being `chosen' to play in the Hunger Games is a good twist in a book full of twists. Peeta, her male counterpart who works in his father's bakery, is a nice kid when you get right down to it and has always had a soft spot for Katniss. Or does he? Remember--only one can survive the Hunger Games.<br/><br/>The theme of how one communicates and carries oneself in a world where no one can really trust another and love is manufactured is very well done and possibly one of the reasons this book appeals as it does to young adults. I found the relationship between Katniss and Peeta dynamic, full of tension and tenderness.<br/><br/>The book is not without its faults however. The second act, dealing with the games themselves--the heart of the story--is often told through long narrative passages in which the pace tends to sag. Many key events are taken off camera and the reader has to work at remembering the many contestants who were briefly introduced. At times the action writing tends toward the generic and lacks the wonderful detail seen in the first act. This is a surprise when you consider that this is primarily an action story. But wait, there is another twist. Just as we think we know how it's going to end we are turned around.<br/><br/>All in all, this is a very satisfying book that sets the standard in a crowded genre. The Hunger Games won't disappoint readers of any age.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2657GMBAOB7UA?ASIN=0439023521	Nineteen Eighty-Four for Young Adults	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So I realize I'm behind on this ""Hunger Games"" phenomena, but I've finally jumped on that bandwagon. I recently bought the entire series, and in less than 24 hours I've already devoured the first book of the series.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is a thrilling futuristic tale of a country and government gone terribly wrong. The country, Panem, is divided into 12 districts and the Capitol. The Capitol forms the government that pretty much controls all districts, and on a specific period of every year, there occurs what is called the day of the Reaping. The reaping involves randomly choosing one boy and one girl of every district to participate in the annual Hunger Game event. With 24 participants, there can only be one survivor. The purpose of this appalling game? To remind the people who is in charge, and who is in power by punishing their children after the districts attempted to rebel against the Capitol many years ago.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is reality TV at its most realistic. It is a fusion of Big Brother and Survivor, only at its most extreme. With the cameras, the government surveillance, the public mind control and the political agenda involved it reminded me so much of George Orwell's Nineteen Eighty-Four - which is another futuristic, yet classic novel written in 1949. To me, this almost seemed like the young adult version of it, and I think that's fantastic. About time someone ventured to write such a serious novel, placed in a fantasy fiction setting with a blend of romance, for the younger generations to read. In fact, parts of it (specifically those that took place in the arena), was very reminiscent of Lord of the Flies in its savagery, and other parts of it reminded me of Harry Potter's Goblet of Fire tournament.<br/><br/>Suzanne Collins, you are a genius. Finally, another good series I can obsess about - the last one being J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter series.<br/><br/>Okay now, off to read the next installment!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7PGGV9GR51IT?ASIN=0439023521	Gripping!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It didn't take very long for the story to grip me. The dystopian world, the sympathetic characters, the quick-moving plot: everything works to make this book in a page-turner.<br/><br/>We meet Katniss as she prepares for hunting in the woods, which is illegal but widely accepted by the authorities of the district, as they also gain from it. Katniss is responsible for her mother and her little sister, Prim, since her mother suffered a breakdown after the death of her father. She hunts with Gale, her best friend, and they share skills and resources to feed both their families.<br/><br/>The book begins a few days before the Reaping. We get Katniss' point of view as she reflects on the consequences of the reaping and its injustice. At their core, the Hunger Games are a version of Roman gladiator shows: a way to control the outer provinces and provide entertainment to a blasé, luxurious capital population. In the book, the history of the Hunger Games begins with a war, after which the Hunger Games are implemented to ""remind"" the people, every year, of the Capitol's power over them. Attendance to the reaping is mandatory, and so is watching the Games. Think ""Gladiator"" meets ""Big Brother"" in a dictatorship.<br/><br/>I felt instant sympathy for Katniss. In a world where living illegally is the only way to eat enough, where social injustice is rampant (and in fact institutionalized) and where children are held hostage against rebellion, her struggle to act morally despite the cruelty around her is heroic.<br/><br/>As soon as the Games start, the plot picks up its pace and keeps you turning the pages all the way to the end. Her true/fake love affair with Peeta, which keeps both of them alive, is particularly fraught with teenage anxiety around relationships and desire. But ultimately, this is about survival. Who do you live for? What are you willing to do to survive?<br/><br/>The writing, despite its slight faults, is gripping and evocative. Collins has a way to describe horrific scenes in a way that retains the violence, but maintains respect for the human victims. The book left me hungry for more.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRF8CMHX5FLW2?ASIN=0439023521	It broke my heart	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One thing for sure, I immediately connected with the characters. I didn't know what the ""Hunger Games"" were, but by page 13, I wanted to cry for the children. They lived a hard life but made the best of it. More than that, they flourished in their own ways despite being in an environment which would break a lot of people.<br/><br/>When I did learn about the ""Hunger Games"" I was appalled. Ms. Collins brought the incomprehensible to life. This novel was high on the list at goodreads.com as one book people would like to see made into a movie. I could see why. I spent a lot of time blinking back tears.<br/><br/>I've heard a lot of critters say to lay off the back story. It's a rule Ms. Collins did not follow, and I'm glad for it. Each bit of back story was a treasure, rich in a way which added depth to her characters. I savored every moment.<br/><br/>As for the YA aspect, I thought the novel was very age appropriate. It's a novel I'd let my daughters read. Though there was a lot of violence, each choice had real consequences. Decisions were not made lightly, and Katness was very aware of the stakes. It broke my heart her world wasn't one of innocence. It reminded me of the easy life I take for granted. For them, it was as if every small kindness was the greatest miracle.<br/><br/>Memorable lines from Hunger Games<br/><br/>Katniss: District Twelve. Where you can starve to death in safety.<br/>To the everlasting credit of the people of District 12, not one person claps.<br/>A Tribute: Only...I want to die as myself.<br/>His rage is so extreme it might be comical -- so people really do tear out their hair and beat the ground with their fists -- if I didn't know that it was aimed at me, at what I have done to him.<br/>I take his hand, holding on tightly, preparing for the cameras, and dreading the moment when I finally have to let go.<br/>This was a book I didn't want to put down.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33RI7EGLM0U1S?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't Stop Reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Katness Everdeen will live into my thoughts for many years to come. The first book, The Hunger Games, is a story with this amazing heroine.  People of in her District are cut off from food most of the time, and communication from the rest of the world (only propaganda is show on TV by the Capital. All this takes place thousands of years after a kind of nuclear apocalypse, but they live more like the Middle Ages, with starvation and illnesses killing off the young and weak.  Katness finds ways, with her friend, Gale to feed her family (by hunting in forbidden lands), but these adventures ultimately train her to be fast with a bow and arrow, her choice of weapons when the time comes.  Every year a raffle decides which young person will go off to fight for their lives in a game called ""The Hunger Games,"" masterminded by the evil Capital as a means to keep everyone in the outlying Districts of this futurist world in check and ""the Capital's way of reminding them of how totally they are at their mercy.""  Devised after a so called ""revolution,"" the games are used as a reminder of the Districts crimes against the Capital years before when they revolted.  One winner years ago still lives in her District, his name is Haymitch and adds some comic relief throughout the story--gruff but loveable, he becomes her mentor.  Everyone tries not to think about the ""Reaping"" but it come too soon every year.  When the Reaping begins in her district, shockingly, her little sister is picked!  Prim's only 9 years old!  To save her sister, Katness volunteers to go instead.  She's not a likely heroine, other than she wants to save her sister, her other motive is pure survival, though she doesn't think she'll win the games.  She never, not even in future books, realizes how strong she really is! Katness expects to hate everyone at the Capital, but she forms bonds with the team of stylists set out to make her beautiful and appealing, a sure way to garner sponsors. These relationships develop and a strange bond is formed that is never broken, not even in later books.  Of course, there's a sweet romance with another boy picked for the games, Peeta, who to this reader the real hero of these stories!  Katness is soon she's torn between what she thought she had with Gale and what the future holds with Peeta.  Hunger Games swept me away (unexpectedly) into a futuristic world where the lives of children are simply entertainment. Hunger Games has all the elements of suspense, surprise, love, meaningful relationships, told in a youthful narrative but relatable to any age. I couldn't stop reading it! I quickly bought the other two books and loved them all equally as much. I only wish there was going to be more! (I also saw the first move and thought they did an excellent job).</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21KBA6S24EZ8F?ASIN=0439023521	Mind-bending.....	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Let me tell you a crazy story -- my friend told me to read this book. I read the synopsis and thought 'who wants to read a book about teens killing other teens? what is this world coming to?' Then, my brother lent me the book and it sat on my desk for 2 months. Then, I traveled in other countries for 45 days straight with this book in my backpack thinking I ""might"" read it if I get bored or am on a long train ride. I never read it, and in fact during my travels I tried to trade it for something else with another backpacker. They didn't want it. So it came back with me, roundtrip, after seeing parts of Asia.<br/><br/>Three weeks ago, on a rainy day, I was bored and I thought let's see what the hype is about. I was sure I would put it down after 4-5 pages.  Sixteen hours later I had finished the book. During that time, I barely looked up and engaged only in the most minimal human interactions and attended to the most minimal bodily needs!<br/><br/>This is maybe the BEST book I have ever read. I laughed, I cried, I stressed, I sweated, I smiled, I held my breath, I sighed with relief. It's so exciting, thrilling and yet so emotional. I have rarely been swept in this way by a book. For the next 3-4 days all I could do was think about the book -- while walking, while working, while eating, etc. I kept remembering the scenes and the dialogue.<br/><br/>There are like a million reviews on Amazon for this book, so my review means nothing probably. But, if you are reading it, I highly recommend this book and the series -- get it, read it, feel it, and read the 2nd one right after and then the third. And then pray that the author makes another series that will rock so hard that it will knock the bow and arrow out of Katniss Everdeen's grip.<br/><br/>If I could marry a book, this one would definitely be a contender in the finals. Three thumbs up, plus a bonus gold star!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JLHZQ0WDALIF?ASIN=0439023521	Best I have read in a while...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was very impressed with the whole trilogy. The three books raise so many hot topic issues that play out throughout the pages. For instance, the difference between revenge and justice, murder and survival, and the value of all life. It is not until you read the second book that the idea of stopping the cycle of past mistakes in society is touched upon. While yes, it is gruesome and at points very violent, the point is to see what could happen...how evil can morph into something ugly if power goes unchecked.<br/>Some have criticized the book for being to over the top violent, pitting kids against one another. But history has shown many instances of societies doing unthinkable acts against one another (the holocaust, Darfur, ect..) and it is important to realize that again evil has no limits. It is meant to make you repulsed at the idea that this could happen, thus perhaps making the desire to insure that it doesn't stir.<br/>The main character is very convincing, talking and thinking like a 14-16 year old would think. Kinda selfish, emotional, full of 'woe is me' one liners. She even goes through the ever popular teenage drama of who she wants to be with. Some might think this makes the book elementary, but I see it as a well defined and believable character. I fell in love with Peeta and his examples of unconditional love, but really all the characters are beneficial in their own way.<br/>I would note that I do not recommend just reading the first book...because the point of the three books is to show the transformation of the characters, as well as to define moral obligation to injustice. I have heard it said that deep down this is a love story..and to an extent I would agree with that. But the undertones have so much more meat then that. It is a fast read...and it sucks you right into its plot. By the time I reached the last page of the first book, I could not get my hands on the second one fast enough! I would also recommend reading the book before venturing to see the movie. The only thing I did not care for was how fast the third book wrapped up. I for one wanted more detail.  But overall...great.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZ6Y9O181J4GI?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it, very thought provoking	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I heard of the Hunger Games while in school. A few classmates talked about how interesting it was, though at the time it was just a title to me, nothing more. I never picked up the book, too busy or simply not interested enough. The title of the book sounded odd, confusing me as to what it could possibly be about though that curiosity didnt pick up, until I saw that it was going to be a new upcoming movie.<br/><br/>Yes, just like the terror of Twilight, I feared that this book, now turned into a movie would be just as terrible, if not worse. Knowing that it was fairly popular already, especially with my peers, I worried that the hype of the movie would also in turn ruin the books. Despite all of this, I simply had to watch the film. Heading in with a skeptical point of view, I sat next to a friend who had already read the books, and prepared myself for the worst.<br/><br/>Alas! I was very very surprised. The movie was fabulous, the concept I simply swooned over. After watching the movie and reading the first book, I am extremely happy that I picked it up; even though delayed. I have never cried while reading before, though just as I did while watching the film, certain moments caused me to tear up while reading as well.<br/><br/>The back-story is much better explained in the book (of course) and I absolutely love the creativity put into it. Minor details did annoy me however. How Katniss despised her mother so severely for the way she had dealt with certain situations (not wanting to give away spoilers here), which to me made it seem like she was generalizing woman as weak. She was also fairly condescending in that manner, which also peeved me; but with that all aside, the characters I did enjoy, and the suspense during the games was thrilling. I would recommend this book to anyone. ^^</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SEDE2FPURG2?ASIN=0439023521	Draws from masterful classics like 1984, Mad Max and Death Race 2000	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">""Hunger Games"" catches you almost in spite of itself.  For starters, it is not especially well-written.  Moreover, if you try to make too much sense of the rules of the game or the nature of this dystopic society, you will find yourself frustrated.  An analytical thinker will try and re-retry thoughts and ideas in what will ultimately be a futile attempt to make sense of the many inconsistencies in this dystopic society and its Hunger Games.  Author Suzanne Collins does not make a lot of effort to explain or resolve.<br/><br/>Nevertheless, the plot is compelling.  Drawing on such masterful classics as George Orwell's ""1984,"" Aldous Huxley's ""Brave New World,"" ""Fahrenheit 451,"" ""Mad Max,"" ""Death Race 2000"" and other dystopic visions of future societies, readers will find it difficult to put this book down.<br/><br/>Written in a style that more suitable to a ""young adult"" reader, a more seasoned reader will still find plenty of pull.  A catastrophic war has rendered this loosely-disguised, post-21st century American society into a dictatorial state with a capitol city dominating 12 distinct regions.  All must pay tribute and remain in a vassal state.  This is the price of peace.<br/><br/>In a style reminiscent of the Roman gladiators, a male and female tribute are selected each year from each region to fight to the death in a nationally-televised, live ""Hunger Game.""  Death or victory will come to each tribute.  It is so very Roman in its heritage (including many of the names), it's a veritable ""bread-and circuses"" event that could have happened at the height of Roman Empire.<br/><br/>I've not yet seen the movie, wanting to read the book first.  Now that I've read it, it will be interesting to see how it has been transformed for the big screen.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RN4UM23XXUUBI?ASIN=0439023521	A battle to the death!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I first received this book from my book addict twin Nicole with rants and raves about it, after she picked it up in an airport on her way home from Peru (I'm jealous that she goes on so many adventures) and finished it on her flight home. I let it sit on my shelf for awhile, until one day I went on a family fishing trip and since I never catch anything anyways, I figured I'd bring a book. After setting up my chair, baiting and casting the line I started reading.<br/>  I stumbled through the mundane first few chapters, and was about to give up because honestly not much was happening. When I look back on it now, I realize it was to set up the skills and back story that would be vital to Katniss later on. By the time we came to the ceremony where the tributes are chosen, I was hooked. There was no stopping me now that the ball was rolling, there was political intrigue, action, suspense and a cast of colourful and diverse characters.<br/>  I spent the next few hours completely enveloped in the book ( I lost track of time, didn't reapply sunscreen and got some pretty bad sunburn), and it was completely worth it to keep reading! It wasn't just a physical battle that went on here, there was so much political intrigue and survival strategies too.<br/>  The cover is pretty nondescript, plain and with me being a sucker for pretty things, I likely walked past it several times in a book store and didn't stop to look at it. The symbolism on it doesn't even become iconic until you get into the later parts of the story, but now with the impending release of the movie, the mockingjay pin and what it signifies has exploded into the mainstream as a very identifiable figure.<br/>Collins did a great job building each set that the story takes place in, I didn't have a difficult time envisioning the soot covered village of district 12, or the dangerous expanses of forest to the metallic glamour of the Capitol.<br/>  The character of Katniss is loyal, fierce and willing to do whatever it takes - even killing, if it means her loved ones survive. She's a great strong character, and since she's from one of the worst off districts, it's great to see her rise up and be the underdog that no one expects.<br/>  I have to say out of the two main boys, Gale and Peeta, I definitely root for Gale, to me he was the more likable character. Gale is the confident, skillful childhood friend of Katniss who understands how much work it takes just to make sure their families have some food on the table at night. Whereas Peeta - although from the same district as Katniss and Gale, he tended to live a much more sheltered life and I honestly didn't think he'd hold it together for very long, but he definitely had some surprising tricks up his sleeve, and what he lacks in brute strength he makes up for in cunning.<br/>  The other characters such as Haymitch, Effie and Cinna each had a unique and easily distinguishable persona's. They were looser characters that were a great dynamic to Katniss' more serious focused persona. I especially love Cinna, he's a fashion designing genius!<br/>  Once the reader is pulled into the preparations for the Hunger Games the action and drama are so well balanced that it can definitely keep the attention of boys and girls alike. There are romantic elements, but they're kept to a minimum and don't really detract from the intensity of the storyline. There is quite a bit of graphic violence - but with the whole premise of the story being last one standing wins, it's pretty compulsory to have some kind of death and mayhem. Really it's no worse than your average action packed movie these days. After finishing this one, I immediately ran out and bought the box set because I HAD to know what happened next.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12EVZAR6QFCW7?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games: Love, Power, Sacrifice	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">In this jaw-dropping novel by award winning author Suzanne Collins, a young female warrior in a post-apocalyptic world must battle other warriors to stay alive. Years before the story began, the common people revolted against their superiors and were unsuccessful. As punishment, this resulted in the establishment of the Hunger Games, an annual battle between twenty-four contestants who are forced to fight to the death. Katniss, the story's protagonist, comes from humble beginnings as her family lives in one of the country's poorest regions. Katniss' younger sister was chosen for the Hunger Games, but Katniss knew that she had to save her sister and volunteered to go instead. From there, Katniss headed to the Capitol (or main center of their district) to prepare for the games and did remarkably well in her practice. Peeta, the boy chosen to go with Katniss to the games, reveals in an interview that he has a crush on Katniss, possibly to gain support for sponsors of the game. As the games develop, alliances are created and friends are betrayed, sacrifices are made, and romance develops as the warriors get desperate. Katniss must persevere and fight through all this conflict if she wants to be able to return to her family.<br/> Suzanne Collins purpose in writing this novel is to relate this topic to modern government as the social class gap continues to divide the population, and she wants to remind readers that a corrupt society such as the one depicted would not be impossible. To begin with, The Hunger Games is directly related to modern society as Occupy Wall Street movements testify to the growing social discontent between the poor and wealthy classes. If a violent revolt took place, this may be the future of society as we know it, because the wealthy class would dominate society and be easily able to subject the lower classes to their brutal laws and rituals, similar to the dominance of the Capitol in The Hunger Games. In addition, Collins had originally created this book in 2008 to deal with the possible dissolution of major countries in the distant future, for example, the United States. This book was written during a time in which the economy was in a frail state and it demonstrates the author's concerns for the economic welfare of the United States as many were questioning the possibility of an American economic comeback.<br/> Going beyond the story, the author clearly wants the reader to support more equality for females. For example, Katniss is the leading character in the novel and is a strong willed, independent woman. By having the main character as a strong willed and warrior-like woman, it is obvious that the author supports feminists and feminism to strengthen women. Furthermore, by requiring that one male and female be selected from each district, the message that men and women are equal is more blatant. As the females and males can both be warriors, it is quite obvious that Collins supports gender equality in every aspect of life, even the unpleasant ones.<br/>  This book is an instant classic and it is well with reason to say it is one of the most successful books of this decade. The reasons why this book is so successful are simple: it is a romantic success story that everyone wants to hear, and it has just the right amount of action in it to keep readers entertained.  The romance appeals to females as Katniss struggles to find love. She has learned not to get attached to people because she feels she will eventually lose them. This is clearly evident as Katniss fakes romance with Peeta who shows much interest in her. Many readers can relate to her as they too have an unwillingness to love because of a fear of a loss of that love. On the other hand, males, such as myself, will enjoy this book for its more gruesome, wild, and action-packed moments. When the games began, I could not stop reading the book because my eagerness to see the next victim took over. This book is primarily recommended for high school students as the diction is not too sophisticated and it has the type of drama that high school students crave. Adults may want to read this as well, mainly because it is an interesting novel, but also because they can discover more about what the modern American teenager enjoys and thinks about. My only complaint about the novel is that the ending is somewhat predictable and expected. (Warning: Spoilers) The book ends with Katniss surviving the games along with Peeta as they romantically enter a train. To me, this is too cliché as the protagonist comes out of nowhere to win it all and even wins a date. Overall I would have to give this book 4 out of 5 stars as it was a fascinating novel, but I was able to foresee Katniss' triumph early on. This book is a must read for teens and should be read by adults, and it is worthy of being called one of the most successful books of the decade.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVH9XH7AL1O13?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games Review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins, author of the Hunger Games, grew up with a dad in the military and knew all about the aspects of war. This leads many to believe that this is why she based the Hunger Games around war, fighting, and violence. The Hunger Games is a novel about a future America that is split into multiple districts, which are all strictly controlled by the Capital. The Capital enjoys showing their dominance over these several districts by hosting a competition that is called the Hunger Games; these games are watched throughout the entire nation and 1 boy and 1 girl between the ages of 12 - 18 are chosen from each district. Katniss Everdeen takes the place of her sister and volunteers as tribute, she is going up against 23 other competitors- one of them she ends up falling in love with (Peeta Mellark). This book is an adventurous, suspenseful novel that also plays as a romance between two tributes from the same district fighting for survival in these dangerous games. Only one tribute is allowed to win; yet both Peeta and Katniss want to come about victorious together- so they story continues as a survival of the fittest and test of strength and determination. Suzanne Collins wrote this novel to show the negatives about society and to reflect a subject that she knows all to well- war.<br/><br/> Suzanne Collins's purpose in writing the Hunger Games is that she wanted to portray our society, and the violence that we live in; although much more exaggerated, she still wanted to get a point across that our society is selfish, violent and we are constantly controlled by a higher power. Suzanne also wanted to make sure her audience knew that one person can be influential and serve as a symbol of much significance; such as Katniss serving as a representation of hope and determination for the underprivileged districts. It is important to remember that the author grew up in a military family, so she recalls all the information of war and fighting- making it very simple for her to reveal these memories of violence in her book.<br/><br/> Throughout the novel, Suzanne Collins makes sure to emphasize her main purposes in writing this novel by exaggerating her points and characters. She wants to display how our society is selfish and vicious, Collins does this by showing the distinct split between extreme poverty and the life of luxury. The Capital could care less about the poor, deprived districts as long as they are living a wealthy, simple lifestyle. Collins also states a claim that us as individuals are constantly controlled by a higher power, such as the government. She supports this by showing how the Capital is constantly watching and keeping the districts under control and making sure they will not rebel, such as forcing the districts to give up their own kids- in doing this it reinforces the capitals overall dominance and superiority over the commoners. Collins also emphasizes the idea of symbolism and how one person can make a difference; Katiniss and Peeta end up diminishing the power of the capital and represent love, determination, and wit.<br/><br/> The book argues that society is greedy and everyone seeks violence and dominance over others. The argument Collins makes is quite convincing because it portrays the capital and the districts as complete opposites and really contrasts the 2 extremes of poverty and wealth, the games also represent this selfishness because everyone is fighting and willing to kill each other instead of fighting against the capital. The novel also argues that one person can make a difference and this is reinforced through her powerful characters, such as Katniss a self- determined, faithful girl who defeats the dominance of the Hunger games and Peeta who is a weaker individual yet loving and loyal- showing that you don't have to be the strongest to conquer over the higher power.<br/><br/> The Hunger Games is not just a typical war book about rebellion and fighting for your beliefs, it has its own style and involves romance, action, teenagers, and parents who must give up their children; which is why it relates to adults, younger kids, people who enjoy a thrill, and the more romantic individuals. This book is written in a way that will keep you interested throughout the whole novel, unlike other war books where it is slow in the beginning and only catches your attention during the fighting scenes. It is also not as mythical and unrealistic as other violent, romance novels such as the Percy Jackson series and Twilight.<br/><br/> Overall this book is a well-written novel that would appeal to a range of ages from 10- adults. Some parts of the book may be confusing and not as impacting as it should be to some younger readers. This book allows you to connect and even relate to the characters, making you experience a deeper level of interaction with the novel. In certain instances you can even feel the characters' pain and the suspense from the games. The Hunger Games is an amazing novel that everyone can relate to in some way, it allows you to let your imagination venture off and feel as if you are involved in the competition yourself. I highly recommend readers to begin this series, and you will not be disappointed.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11CQ7EORSFGVZ?ASIN=0439023521	Young Adult Fiction that would make George Orwell Proud	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">REASON FOR BOOK CHOICE<br/><br/>I am an aggressive reader now, for sure, but I didn't used to be. As such I found out about Hunger Games via a trailer on Apple.com. It looked intriguing and the main character had a lean and angry feel to her that I hadn't seen in a while. I like kick ass female heroines and the story seemed to tick all my desirability boxes.<br/><br/>Then a few reviewers said the movie wasn't as great as it could be, so I passed and decided to wait for the DVD release. However, a couple of weeks ago I was trawling for a good book and I thought: Hunger Games, why not? I'm currently writing my own YA book and I thought that I should be pragmatic and check out the competition. I didn't expect it to be good, I certainly expect it to be great. It was just the new Twilight that I had to read because the world demanded it.<br/><br/>COVER<br/><br/>The cover for the Kindle version I purchased is the movie tie-in edition. I'm not sure what to think of that. I know that keeping your marketing material the same is a good idea, but would it be such an ask to have a unique Kindle cover that really takes advantage of its grey scale processing? We're not talking a single independent writer here, this is a professional squad. Surely they could design something that grabs you straight off from the get go.<br/><br/>The cover itself is fine. It's Katniss' mockingbird on fire and I already knew it looked great in print at the local bookshop. In greyscale, however, not so much. All the vividness and contrast has been drained out of the picture; therefore, even though it's in super high definition, it doesn't grab me on the Kindle.<br/><br/>It's also strange that the cover suffers from the 'blank space' issue a lot of books have around its left and right sides. I went off at Alan Parr last week about and I haven't changed my opinion. This is really lazy work and whoever put the book together for the Kindle should be spoken to about it. Yes, they would have to modify the file but it would be worth it.<br/><br/>BOOK LAYOUT<br/><br/>Even though the book still starts right into the novel (please, can we not do that?), I found it had all the essentials: TOC, chapter headings, acknowledgments and a really great way of promoting the next book. Unfortunately, I'm not a huge fan of the way the TOC had been laid out and although I understand it's not the Kindle version creator's fault (because he / she was staying true to the source material) it really reeks of sloppiness.<br/><br/>I can comprehend that fans of the novel would want it changed as little as possible from one version to another, but I'm not sure they would complain about aesthetic changes like chapter headings. I say this because the TOC chapter listings are 1, 2, 3 and so on. It works when you create a printed book because you can make those numbers really large but as TOC headings, it looks like an eighth grader put the table of contents together. Surely they could have changed them to One, Two, Three and kept the spirit of the book.<br/><br/>One thing I love about the layout is their marketing. At the very end of the novel is a picture promoting the new novel: Catching Fire, and it's great. It let's you know that the other book is available, what it's called and it's not trying to force you to read anymore. I'm already thinking for picking it up in the Christmas period (or when I have holidays) to add to my list of reading material.<br/><br/>STORY<br/><br/>The story is pretty well known by now: Katniss has voluntarily put herself forward to compete in the Hunger Games so that she can save her sister from a likely death. This games are a survival tournament between the 12 different districts that is held in the Capitol and features participants from the ages of 13 (?) to 18.<br/><br/>The main story: survival, is added to with the possibility of romance, audience manipulation and defiance against an oppressive regime. I loved it. I really loved it. The story arc is tightly wound and just goes up and up in its tension as the book progresses.<br/><br/>I found Suzanne Collins totally ruthless as an author (for this kind of book she needs to be) and that was overwhelmingly refreshing for me as a reader. No-one is spared. Friendships are made because of the need to survive and then characters are dispatched as if the Hunger Games was happening in reality right now. There's no sentimentality in this book or inauthentic moments and that's what makes the story work because it feels as if you're right there every step of the way with Katniss and the other competitors.<br/><br/>Also, the book ends. The Hunger Games end and that makes it a compelling (and fulfilling) read.<br/><br/>CHARACTERS<br/><br/>It's been a long time since I've read characters who I've cared about so deeply. I love Katniss and her strength, her confusion, her struggle with humanity versus survival. It's powerful, it's evocative and it made my heart jump more than once. She's a character that hasn't just turned up with a bow because that's what the author wants, she's a character who grew to use a bow because of her fierce determination to survive. I feel that things are going to go badly for her in the next two novels but you can't help but hope she makes it somehow.<br/><br/>There's a great mentor in Haymitch who I hope will be fleshed out more in the second book, a complex and volatile love interest in Peeta, an uncertain ally in Cinna and a fascinating interviewer in Caesar. I think what I loved about all these characters was the fact that they arrive as real people. They have histories, secrets and their own goals Suzanne hasn't told us about yet. Nothing feels deliberately hidden in the book but you can feel it lurking beneath the surface and just waiting to explode.<br/><br/>I think Cinna was probably my favourite outside of Katniss and I'm looking forward to seeing if he gets more space in the next novel.<br/><br/>WRITING<br/><br/>Wow. This is incredibly written. The end of the book says that Suzanne Collins explores the effects of war in her novels and you can feel that. She writes with a purpose and drive that I did not feel in Twilight or Switched. Everything feels stripped back, every word feels as if it should belong on the page and there's no fancy literary games to be played with the author. I felt as if Katniss was speaking to me directly all the way through.<br/><br/>It's written in the first person perspective and in the present tense. I think the narrator is a little unreliable (she's only 18) but has a unique and strong voice that you can hear in each sentence on the page. After reading the big ones: Switched and Twilight, I'm pretty comfortable saying this is in a whole different league. There was nothing wrong with Stephanie Meyer or Amanda Hocking's writing ability in those books, but they were not at this level. Not this gripping, not with this strength of tone and force behind each word. It was like being kicked in the teeth and then pulled behind a chariot for three thousand metres.<br/><br/>CONCLUSION<br/><br/>Is it worth five dollars? Yes. Hell yes.<br/><br/>I can't tell you how much of a relief it was for me to read Hunger Games. I really struggled through the last two books and thought that maybe I had lost my ability to enjoy well written novels because I was writing more myself. I wasn't. The last two books just weren't that good.<br/><br/>Hunger Games grabbed me from the first page and held me until its bittersweet end. I started it at ten o'clock at night and finished the novel the next morning. It's about 80,000 words but it didn't feel like it. It felt so much smaller than the other two novels I had just read. I loved Hunger Games and it made me believe that there was some more Young Adult fiction out there for me.<br/><br/>You don't need to like YA to enjoy Hunger Games, you don't need to like vampires, love torn women or any of the tropes of the genre. This is fiction at its finest with an immediacy that would have made George Orwell proud.<br/><br/>--------------<br/>Disagree? Think it's not that great? Believe I'm being too kind? Too harsh? Bounce over to my website and leave your thoughts in the comments section at [...]</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27TEVXBDGDNUV?ASIN=0439023521	The Goddess with a Bow	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I first heard about Suzanne Collins' The Hunger Games on a flight between Philly and Birmingham last Christmas. A young woman, late twenties early thirties, was reading it and her seatmate asked her about it. One of the best books she ever read, she enthused and went on to talk about the story. I don't usually read popular fiction but I could tell this woman was intelligent and I thought, ""I'll look into that when my reading list goes down a bit.""<br/><br/>Kindle had a sale on the first volume shortly after the movie came out and broke box office records. I thought I'd start it and if it was corny or awful, set it aside. It took me about ten days to read all three volumes, The Hunger Games, Catching Fire, The Mockingjay. The last time I was this involved in works of fiction was Richard Stark's final three Parker novels, and The Hunger Games blew those out of the water.<br/><br/>I suppose it's partly that Katniss Everdeen revives the Diana archtype. The way the character balances courage and ruthlessness, with loyalty and loving kindness made my heart surge repeatedly through all of these volumes. The term ""modern classic"" is trite but I'm here to tell you these books will be read by your great grandchildren. I could compare them to 1984 and The Count of Monte Cristo, even Treasure Island, but these are not just rollicking good tales or cautionary warnings. Collins makes her readers consider what is ""right"" and what is necessary. Suicide and revenge are recurring themes in these books and no character is exactly what they seem to be. Inconsistencies and weaknesses bring a level of reality to these books rare in science or dystopian fiction. Most novels are either character driven or plot driven. The Hunger Games trilogy is both, a powerful plot inhabited by unforgettable passionate characters. If you haven't read them, I envy you encountering them for the first time. A word to the wise, get all three volumes up front. You will not want to stop until you learn what happens.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUKEQHCZM7GZY?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have to admit that I jumped on the band wagon because I love it when books are made into movies. More often than not the book is better than the movie because of the details lost in trying to keep the movie to two hours or so. However, there are times when all the stars are aligned and the movie is equally good if not better than the book. Making books into movies is also and honor and secretly you always hope that the viewer will become a reader of the book/series. SOOO I was rooting for the movie and the series having not yet read the series yet with all the intentions in the world of reading the series prior to the movie coming out. Mission accomplished. :-)<br/><br/>With that said I was a little disappointed because I just wasn't understanding all of the hype with this first book. Mind you, I turned my son and niece onto the series and they were RAVING about this first book. I kept telling them ""Guys, I don't yet get the big deal"". I felt that the beginning was slow. I had a hard time understanding/believing this wonderful relationship that developed between Katniss and Cinna. I didn't think they spent enough time with one another to develop this closeness out of all the people who surrounded her.<br/><br/>I think everything was simply written and eventually its simplicity is what won me over. I started to like the book when the games began. The author's ability to describe the feelings that Katniss felt as a tribute, the anxiety, the hunger, the panic, the desperate agonizing need to survive was amazing. You honestly felt all those feelings right along with Katniss and it was so clear. One of my pet peeves is when an author over explains scenes or gives to many details during battle scenes and ends up making a jumbled mess of it. Suzanne Collins definitely did not have this problem. I was a goner when Katniss teamed up with Rue. Katniss had been a bit a standoffish until then and she really was tender with Rue. So yeah going back to being a goner with the Katniss/Rue alliance... I cried like a baby and could not stop. That entire scene in the book was just incredible on so many levels. I could literally hear the song being sung and had already identified the melody and everything...I guess that's the singer in me.<br/><br/>By the end of The Hunger Games I was definitely a happier person in that I confidently could say I liked the book obviously with reservations but I could honestly say I did. In the end what won me over was the realness I felt in the third part of the book. What won me over was that this author was able to make me FEEL.<br/><br/>One other thing I want to mention is that the author did a great job with character development. Each and every character was consistent in their behavior. You could expect them to do or say what they did or said without thinking that was out of character. I don't mean that they were predictable because this is not the case but more that they were who they were, no questions. Another positive-Growth! Loved reading how some of these characters stepped up. :-)<br/><br/>I definitely think this is a book people should read. It can be gory/violent but think of the plot and what these children have been forced to do. It's meant to be violent. This book is meant to shock the reader. It forces you to contemplate a world not too far off if we don't change some of the things happening present day.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R81I6AW38JIWW?ASIN=0439023521	"""And May the Odds be Ever In Your Favor..."""	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">With over seven thousand reviews and counting, it seems almost redundant to write about the Hunger Games. Yet since everyone in the world seems to be talking about this book, I guess it's time to fall in line and add my two cents. By now it's pretty well documented that Suzanne Collins got the idea for ""The Hunger Games"" late one late when channel flicking, finding that clips from reality television and news footage of the war in Iraq were blurring in her mind. From there, the concept of the Hunger Games was born: a competition in which twenty-four young people are trapped inside an arena with weapons, tools, and a single objective: to kill each other until only one remains. Glory and wealth awaits this sole survivor.<br/><br/>It's a gripping idea, but it needs context. Thus Collins has devised a dystopian future in which a wealthy, decadent city known as the Capitol maintains totalitarian control over twelve districts that produce food, energy, coal and other raw materials for it. As a way of reminding the population that it is in complete control, the Capitol randomly selects two tributes (a boy and a girl) from each district every year and forces them to partake in the Hunger Games, which are then broadcast live to Capitol and districts alike. Whilst the districts watch their children die, the people of the Capitol view it all as extreme entertainment, and can bet on the winners, sponsor their favorites, and send supplies into the arena to give their contestants an edge.<br/><br/>Next come the characters to go with such a winning premise and setting. Katniss Everdeen is the book's protagonist, a seventeen year old girl from Distinct 12. With her father killed in a mining accident and her mother still grief-stricken over his death, Katniss is the breadwinner of the household. She frequently goes poaching in the nearby woods with her friend Gale, all in order to provide for her little sister Primrose.<br/><br/>But at that year's reaping Prim's name is pulled out of the lottery, and it doesn't take a genius to release that Katniss will volunteer to play in her place. She and her companion Peeta Mallark, the baker's boy, are whisked off to the Capitol to be fed, groomed, styled, interviewed, trained and eventually escorted into the arena. But Katniss and Peeta utilize a unique strategy to give them an edge: to increase their popularity and gain more sponsors, the two of them pretend to be deeply in love. Naturally this performance masks what may or may not be truer feelings between them, an added level of complexity to a scenario in which everyone's first impulse is basic survival.<br/><br/>Between these three components, it's no wonder that ""The Hunger Games"" is a bestseller. If there's one thing that any reader would be hard-pressed to deny, it's the book's near-perfect pacing. There is not a dull moment from start to finish, not a word wasted or a paragraph padded. Never before have I been so unconscious of how quickly I turned pages, and I had completed the book and was ready to move onto the sequel in a matter of hours.<br/><br/>The idea of sporting matches in which the participants play for their lives is not exactly a new one. The entire plot is reminiscent of <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Battle-Royale/dp/1421527723"">Battle Royale</a>,<a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Running-Man/dp/0451197968"">The Running Man</a>,<a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Thunderdome/dp/B001EC0OPY"">Thunderdome</a>,<a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Spartacus/dp/B003PIUBZS"">Spartacus</a>, and of course, the reality TV show <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Survivor/dp/B0001ZDKXI"">Survivor</a> were that show actually *about* life-or-death survival and not middle-class Americans fending for themselves in the wilderness. To accuse Suzanne Collins of plagiarism is rather disingenuous considering the regularity with which this trope reoccurs in fiction, especially since it was the Romans who set the precedent, what with their gladiatorial arenas. Along with a nod to Greek mythology (twenty-four was the number of youths sent from Athens to Crete each year to be sacrificed to the Minotaur), Collins chose to call her world ""Panem"", an allusion to the phrase ""panem et circenses"" (or ""bread and circuses"") coined by the Roman satirist Juvenal in order to describe the aspirations of a population that are happy to give up civic responsibilities in exchange for basic needs and entertainment. Furthermore, dozens of Roman names are strewn throughout the novel (including Flavia, Cato, Portia and Seneca, among others) making it very clear where Collins drew her inspiration from.<br/><br/>Collins is restrained about divulging details concerning the post-apocalyptic world she's created. Though Panem is implied to be in North America, the state of the rest of the world remains a complete mystery, and details about the society, politics and technology of the future are disclosed to the reader on a need-to-know basis. Though Collins is scant on the world-building, this actually ends up working in the book's favor, as the reader isn't bogged down with needless detail on how everything came to be in this rather disquieting glimpse into our potential future.<br/><br/>Likewise, I was rather surprised at the on-line debates surrounding the love triangle between Gale/Katniss/Peeta - it was pretty clear to me that Katniss would have unhesitatingly forsaken them both in order to save her little sister, and the romantic entanglements (particularly in this book) barely constitute a subplot. Perhaps the focus on this aspect of the story was a side effect of the prominent endorsements from Stephenie Meyer splattered all over the covers and spines of the book. I gotta say, they're a little strange. As far as female protagonists so, Katniss is the polar opposite of Meyer's bland, whiny, co-dependent Bella, and every time I put the book aside and glimpsed Meyer's name, I couldn't help but laugh at the image of Bella in Katniss's environment. She wouldn't last twelve seconds, and the only thing that the two books have even *remotely* in common is that they're both told by the teenage protagonist in first-person narration. Collins really excels in bringing Katniss to life: she's stoic, determined, relentless, uncompromising, and more than a little clueless when it comes to emotions and relationships.<br/><br/>As such, the book is made up of short, fragmented sentences that get the point across and no more. Katniss isn't one to wax lyrical about the sunset or the wind in the trees or her boyfriend's ""tousled hair and crooked smile"" - she's got more important stuff to concentrate on, and the writing style conveys this throughout the story.<br/><br/>Though ""The Hunger Games"" is a riveting read, there are a couple of flaws in this first installment that bear pointing out, namely that Collins raises some sticky moral dilemmas, but never really explores them. It's convenient, for example, that Katniss's kills in the arena are all self-defense and that she's never required to kill a fellow combatant in cold blood (not yet anyway). Likewise, there are a couple of deaths that are blatantly manipulative. Still, these shortcomings count for little when the power of the pacing and the nail-biting tension of the plot sweep you up into the story. It's an addictive rollercoaster ride, and you're going to want to have the sequel <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Catching-Fire/dp/0439023491"">Catching Fire</a> on hand directly afterwards.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38E0R1U3MB9ZY?ASIN=0439023521	Argue amongst yourselves...my opinion:  Katniss Rocks!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Oh Katniss, how I love thee!  What is up with the controversy around how she lacks agency within the context of the Hunger Games?  Exactly how does one define agency?  If one was to define agency in a very simplistic way - - as ""being the aggressor"", then ok, she lacks agency.  If one was to think of agency as actually developing a plan and using your brains to survive, then she really, isn't she actively participating in the Games?<br/><br/>I find it ironic that this argument about Katniss lacking agency is emerging from feminists (this, coming from a feminist), because the criticism is based on the concept of ""agency"" from a masculine perspective (agency = aggression). I've also recently read the argument that Katniss is a strong feminist character because it's ultimately her use of feminine characteristics (i.e., nurturing, bonding with other female characters, etc.) that saves her.  Right, she didn't play up her ""relationship"" with Peeta to get food, medicine, etc.  She didn't twirl in her fire dress to get sponsors...  Hmmm...<br/><br/>Regardless of whether Katniss is a feminist or anti-feminist (I like to think of her as a girl thrown into despicable circumstances), I think we can all agree on one thing...she's not Bella.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is a fantastic book for a number of reasons:  strong characters, great plot, and solid writing.  Ok, the story itself reminded me of the Running Man but because we are actually in the thick of ""reality TV"" obsession and because there are children involved (and I'm a parent), it was that much more interesting, albeit disturbing.<br/><br/>Really though, at the end of the day, Suzanne Collins is a brilliant writer.  It's the writing that carries this book.  I haven't read the next two yet (they're on the ever-growing list!) but I'm hoping they will be just as good.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SIABC63KN1RW?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games was hardly palatable.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I will begin by saying that I don't agree with the people who think that this book's material is too graphic or disturbing for teens. Yes, the concept itself is disturbing. Yes, The Hunger Games contains some moderately graphic violence. The fact of the matter is that books that lull you into a sense of complacency don't make an impact on anyone. I can really only speak for myself, but at thirteen years old I definitely wouldn't have lost any sleep over this story.<br/><br/>At eighteen years old, I'm wondering why I wasted my time. The Hunger Games isn't the WORST book I've ever read, but the hype strikes me as rather bizarre. I feel as though the Emperor is naked, so to speak.<br/><br/>As I began to read, the first thing that struck me was how very dull and stilted Katniss's narrative voice is. The writing, while certainly not the trainwreck that was Twilight, is cliched, trite, and shallow, a chop suey of the ideas of more talented writers at best. The prose does its job but nothing special can be said of it. I understand that Katniss, coming from a poor district, isn't likely to be the most eloquent girl, but Suzanne Collins might've done better to write this in third person.<br/><br/>Katniss herself is another huge problem. There is absolutely nothing interesting about her, no particularly special quality about her that makes me actually care about her as a person. So she is resourceful and can hunt. So she has a temper. You could say the same of a wild chimpanzee. I suspect her relationship with her little sister Primrose was meant to accomplish the goal of making her into a sympathetic character, but all it did was convince me that Mrs. Collins has never had a sibling. Just for the record, I have an older sister who would've been about Katniss's age when I was Prim's. We are very close, more so than most siblings I've met, and we're still nothing like the sickeningly sweet display that apparently was supposed to inspire sympathy. The protagonist's relationships with other major characters aren't any improvement; I read every last page and I still don't understand Peeta's borderline-suicidal devotion to a girl with all the personality of a wet piece of tissue.<br/><br/>Out of common decency I won't spoil the plot, but quite honestly, I don't need to. Deus ex machinas abound; every time it seems like Katniss is about to be faced with a weighty moral dilemma, along comes an entirely expected plot ""twist"" to conveniently remove that responsibility from her. For supposedly being about a brutal fight to the death, the book sure does pussyfoot around when it comes to inflicting any psychological anguish upon the protagonist. The mentality here is a very black-and-white one: poor good, rich bad, government worse. The violent and quick-paced action itself is quite honestly the only thing that makes The Hunger Games remotely tolerable. It's been said before but I'll say it again: this is basically Battle Royale for sissies.<br/><br/>I give this book two stars because it fulfills the minimum requirement of being entertaining. It'd be difficult, after all, to make a story about children murdering each other BORING. But those of you who are looking for immersion and for characters who truly tug at your heartstrings, look elsewhere. The Hunger Games will leave you hungry, and not for more of Suzanne Collins' work.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3EFSWJWK4ULG6?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I instantly fell in love with Katniss.  She is strong willed but yet deep down is very unsure of herself and her surroundings.  She has so much love for her sister that she would do anything for her including sacrifice her life in the Hunger Games so that her sister doesn't have to go.  When that happened in the book I couldn't believe it.  No one would do that for their family during this time.  I mean that is practically committing  suicide.  The game is that 24 go into the area and only 1 comes out.  Not the best odds in the world....not even the best odds period!<br/><br/>Katniss was sent to the Capital, along with Peeta; the boy tribute from District 12, to get ready for the Hunger Games.  They need to attract sponsors and make the people love them.  During this time you find out that there is more than meets the eye with Peeta and Katniss.  Peeta loves Katniss and she doesn't know it.  How amazing is that!  A love story in the mist of death.  This is why I love dystopians so much.  Some love the swoon that other books bring to the table, but these books do the same thing but just with something a little extra!<br/><br/>After some kissing and major twist at the end of the book it really sucks you in.  You just can't get enough of the Hunger Games.  You want more, and you will get it.  :)<br/><br/>The whole book and story between Katniss and Peeta was amazing!  You truly fell in love with both characters.  And you seriously fall madly in love with their heroism.  You wanted them to survive for each other.  You wanted both of them to make it. You want them to be together.  I can not wait to read Catching Fire.  I have to know what happens next.  Do they stay together? Do they make it work?  DON'T TELL ME!!!  I will read it.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17L5B848KPYAA?ASIN=0439023521	I'm probably the last person on earth to be JUST NOW reading this	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm pretty late to the party with this one. In fact, I'd had no plans to read it at all, because I don't particularly care for young adult literature. I'm an adult, and I prefer to read books that are targeted toward me. But I saw this on sale cheap, so I picked it up.<br/><br/>I thought the author's writing made everything extremely vivid. I had a good mental image of District 12, and Katniss's family. I cared about her, and her friends, right away. I did find the tense a little bit distracting, though. The present tense can be very powerful when done right, but the only instance I've ever seen in which it strengthened the novel rather than distracted from it would be The Handmaid's Tale. In this case, I really think it was a mistake to not write this book in past tense.<br/><br/>I liked Katniss. She's clever, but still has some of a sixteen-year-old's emotional naivete. She has a temper, and I like that because it's something I completely relate to myself. I liked Peeta instantly. I kept wanting to hear more from him. I felt she was deluding herself all along that he was trying to manipulate her when it was incredibly obvious he was exactly what he appeared to be: a very nice boy. But given the situation they were in, her misgivings were completely understandable.<br/><br/>I raced through the entire second half of this book with a sense of dread, sure that I would find the ending upsetting but unable to stop myself, because I CARED about these characters. I did predict a plot twist that happened very near the end, because I realized that plot twist was necessary in order for it to be a decent story. I don't want to spoil anything, so I won't go into further detail on it. Although I was able to predict it, I would have been disappointed in the book if it hadn't done it. The conflict it added was necessary, and I was glad to see how Katniss was able to overcome it.<br/><br/>I'll definitely be picking up the next book as soon as I can. I have to find out what happens next.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1C54ORR4FNJA3?ASIN=0439023521	Do Believe the Hype	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I hadn't paid any attention to `The Hunger Games' book(s) until I inadvertently saw the film a week or two ago. I watched the movie and rated it highly so I grabbed a copy of the book.<br/><br/>I'm not going to bother writing a synopsis of the book, as a plethora of people have already done that. Furthermore, I'm not going to say that it ganked* concepts from this author or from that East Asian idea. What I will say though, is that Suzanne Collins has done a stellar job writing a kind of `Fisher Price - My First Dystopia' novel that is emotive, honest, and memorable. And considering the concept, it's not very graphic.<br/><br/>The book is effortless to read. The chapters are fairly short, and the pages seem to turn by themselves. Towards the end of the book I was hoping for more pages to magically appear. Not since the classic Aussie war dystopia, `Tomorrow, When the War Began', has young adult fiction been so enjoyable to read and easy to crush through. I would even recommend this book as a good one for ESL kids who have an intermediate-plus grasp of English.<br/><br/>`The Hunger Games' novel is better than the movie for a variety of reasons. First of all, there is a much deeper insight into the way Katniss thinks and feels - especially in regards to how she feels about the boys in her life. Secondly, the friendship and understanding between Katniss and Rue in the arena is stronger, more honest, and further developed. The movie does this part of the book no justice. Finally, the book has a lot more information about Peeta, as well as periphery characters that don't get screen time in the film.<br/><br/>I watched the movie again a few days ago to compare it with the book. Needless to say it was wanting in many areas. If you rate the movie a paltry 6.5 out of 10 - you should still read this. However, if you enjoyed the motion picture, then this book is required reading.<br/><br/>* Stole</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OJ789QQ9Z8AA?ASIN=0439023521	Better than Expected	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I followed an usual path to reading, ""The Hunger Games"" instead of reading the book and then watching the movie... I did the opposite and watched the movie first. Despite being a little too violent for my tastes (at least for movies) I thought its was a very interesting twist on stories like Shirley Jackson's ""The Lottery"". I decided that it might be fun to go ahead and read the trilogy.<br/><br/>The biggest complaint that I heard about Suzanne Collins' writing, was her writing. People complain that the dialogue is overly contrived and that the writing lacked sophistication - violence was used as a substitute for character development... and such. After reading ""Hunger Games"" I find most of the criticism off-the-mark. While no one will confuse the writing in ""Hunger Games"" as a literary masterpiece - it certainly is better than some of the other books in this genre. It may be an unfair comparison but to me it reminded me of some of the works of Jules Verne (but with less foreshadowing and other literary devices).<br/><br/>A few other notes<br/><br/>- The book (except for maybe 5 pages at the end) seemed less violent and graphic than the movie<br/><br/>- Probably appropriate for children 11 and up... since their are some scary imagery - and the concept (kids hunting and killing kids) is certainly adult. I would highly recommend that parents read the story PRIOR to their kids.<br/><br/>- No foul language<br/><br/>- Lots of references to being naked... which is a bit odd for YA novels- nothing sexual or even remotely explicit, but still a bit odd.<br/><br/>- Very fast paced - the type of book that you will finish in less than a week.<br/><br/>Final Verdict - ""Hunger Games"" is a fast-paced novel that will immediately engulf you into the anti-utopian future of North America. While the writing may not be world class it is good enough not to be a distraction. I would highly recommend it for a fun fast paced read - but parents - you may want to read it before your kids.<br/><br/>5 Stars</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3V7A2VYWQZB13?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Okay let me get this out of the way right now.  Yes I saw the movie first.  There, I said it.<br/><br/>Seeing the movie made me want to read the book and find out if the source material was as good as the movie was.  I got a co-worker to loan this book to me and I'm extremely glad I did!<br/><br/>I want to compare the movie and the book in this review, so if you haven't seen the movie yet you may want to stop reading.<br/><br/>***SPOILERS***  ***SPOILERS***  ***SPOILERS***<br/><br/>What I really liked about the movie is how well it showed that even though this was the future and we have all this amazing technology, it is only available to the very rich and the people in power.  The rest of society lives in poverty and is barely scraping by.<br/><br/>What I liked about the book most of all is how it really emphasizes how the lower classes really are STARVING.  They are forced to break the law by going outside the fences and gathering food illegally just to survive.  And I mean literally survive.  If Kat didn't go foraging and hunting her sister and her mother would literally starve to death.  The book shows that every once in a while the Peace Keepers (their version of the police) would come and pick up a body of someone who had starved to death.<br/><br/>Also what's good about the book is it really delves into Kat's past, it expanded on the bread throwing scene in the movie.  What had happened, why Kat was out in the rain that day and what prompted Peeta to throw the bread to her.  In the movie it's barely touched on other than one flash back and a quick discussion of it.  The book also really shows you what had happened to Kat's father, her relationship with him and how hard her mother took it when he died and how it really was Kat who got Prim and her mother through the dark times and put food on the table.<br/><br/>The only thing I kinda raised my eyebrow at and wondered about was the fact that Kat was surprised at all the technology that the Capital had and how she stated it all seemed alien to her, yet she was able to operate the shower, food maker machine and all the other devices without any problems at all.  However that minor complaint is quickly forgotten once the games start and tributes are thrown together!<br/><br/>Unlike the movie, the book just focuses on Kat during the games, we don't cut to Haymitch or the Game-makers during the games or to any of the people in the other districts and their reactions, it's just Kat and her interactions with the other tributes.  Which was pretty cool and kept the focus on the action.<br/><br/>The only part about the games that I didn't like was that they said that the mutated dogs at the end that hunted down the last remaining tributes were made from the bodies of the dead tributes that had been killed earlier.  You mean to tell me that in this alternate future we can bring bodies back from the dead and mutate them into a completely different species?  That's kinda a stretch even if we are like 80 years in the future.  Hell our law makers are STILL arguing about cloning and that debate's been going on since the 90's so how can we move our bio-engineering along that far only 80 years in the future?  Oh well it's no biggie, I can suspend my disbelief for this book :-)<br/><br/>***END SPOILERS***  ***END SPOILERS***  ***END SPOILERS***<br/><br/>So that's it, I really liked this book!  It was really really good and I suggest it to anyone who loves futuristic fiction, science fiction or drama.  Also if you watched the movie you should check it out as well!  I will definitely be checking out the next book in the series and I'm sure I'll enjoy it just as much! :-)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GI7EJ7QTLEAH?ASIN=0439023521	More than what I expected	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">First, let me say this is the first review I have ever written.  EVER.  But since lately I rely on other's reviews before buying just about anything, I thought I should share for the opportunity to some that may read it, how this book/series affected me.  For me, this is the first book that I have read in a long time that can balance on the fine line between being ""deep"" and trying so hard for depth that it's borderline ridiculous.  For the most part, I will enjoy a story but find it either very light and basic or the author is so desperate to create something ""different"" that it winds up not making sense.  (Should anyone be reading this and knows what I'm talking about, they are probably clicking to buy the book before even reading the rest of my review!)  What Collins has done in this book is the reason why I don't write-not many people can effectively achieve this.<br/><br/>Summaries of the book can be found everywhere, so I won't go too far into it, but there is a line in the book that sticks with me.  Peeta says he is trying to find a way to show them he is more than just a piece in one of their games. It seems both this book and from what I have read into the rest of the trilogy the main part of the story centers around this idea, for at least the main characters, anyway.  What I found the most interesting was everything the book left unsaid.  If you are ""with"" the auther on her ideas you are given enough information to form your own answers about what is really going on.  As Katniss is trying to figure out the reasoning for everything that happens to her and the world of Panem, the reader is also in need of figuring out her perspective and sometimes, a perspective that she doesn't see.  Suzanne Collins, I can 100% appreciate where you were going with this book, and I'm with you!<br/><br/>Now, if you are not able to pick up the message I have been talking about, you will still most likely enjoy the book very much, and not feel that you are missing out on anything.  As everyone seems to be saying, it is very well written with cliffhangers at the end of every chapter.  It keeps you moving forward and engaged.  Yes there is a bit of gore and there were a few times I was disappointed that the romance intensity did not pick up whatsoever, but I have to remember, the story is following the path the author has chosen, not what I would like to read.  So anything extra will just have to exist in my imagination!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ULLK5V6M9FIC?ASIN=0439023521	Engaging Tale of Survival	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins is an epic, action-packed story about strength and survival in the face of horrible circumstances. Katniss Everdeen is a survivor. Katniss takes care of her mother and her little sister, Prim after her father dies in a mining accident. She braves the dangers of the forest outside the safety of the fences to poach food for her family with the help of her best friend Gale. Times are tough, but it is The Reaping that strikes fear into the children of Panem and their families' hearts.<br/><br/>The Reaping is the day that one boy and one girl from each of the 12 districts will be chosen to fight in the Hunger Games. The Hunger Games is a battle to the death between all 24 tributes, where only one is allowed to survive. When Prim's name is selected from the bowl of names, Katniss does the unthinkable, she volunteers.  Now she is about to fight for her life against extraordinary odds.<br/><br/>I know almost everyone has read The Hunger Games, and I am late to the game. After watching the movie trailers all over my TV, I knew I had to read the book before going to see the movie. I am beyond glad that I decided to pick up The Hunger Games after much urging from my husband. I love the inner strength and bravery Katniss shows just by supporting her family, and standing in to save her sister. The games are cruel and horrible; it is children killing other children for the enjoyment of the Capitol. Katniss manages not to let the cruelty of the games, and the horrific conditions change her into a monster.<br/><br/>Peeta, the other champion from District 12, or The Boy with Bread, is beyond sweet. I really love the relationship that Katniss and Peeta develop before The Hunger Games. For the ones who are like me and still have not read it, I will not spoil it. I just cannot wait to see what is going to happen in Catching Fire, and Mockingjay. If you have not had the chance to read The Hunger Games or you are not sure about it, pick it up because you will devour it. I should be going to see the movie this week, and I cannot wait!<br/>**Unabridged Bookshelf purchased this book**</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TCYLAZTULO4N?ASIN=0439023521	Fast-paced and fun, but flawed	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The plot has been described to death below, so I won't add to it. However, here are a few problems/questions I had concerning the book (which I found extremely exciting because I read almost all of it in one sitting, something I rarely do because I'm so slow):<br/><br/>--A map would have been nice. The only two physical locations we have are District 12's Appalachian setting and, probably, Denver as the Capital (""in the Rockies""). What part of the country was doomed District 13 in? Probably California, but who knows? Maybe the author had not worked this out in Volume I--but she should have.<br/><br/>--The author must have been a food critic in another life. The book is FULL of descriptions of food and feasts and survival meals. I grew a bit tired of it, but maybe nearly-starving people fantasize about food, which might explain the obsession.<br/><br/>--The heroine acts like she's 11 years old at times (throws hissy-fits and full-blown tantrums), 16 at other times (slightly coquettish, slightly bitchy, but not totally self-absorbed, which is pleasantly unusual for this age), and 35 during battle, demonstrating maturity and advanced survival skills in a fight to the death with much stronger opponents.<br/><br/>--What was with the delivery system for the ""gifts"" from sponsors (food, weapons, medicines, etc.)? Things float from the sky suspended by little parachutes and arrive at your feet--in the forest? Come on!<br/><br/>--I realize this book was written with teens as the audience (just as most movies are today), but by age 16 a girl has SOME idea about sex and sexuality--and some girls know just about all there is to know. The book completely ignores this aspect of the heroine's being, however. The same can be said for the guys, who in real life are total hornballs at this age, and sex would be almost as strong a motivator as survival with them.<br/><br/>Lest this nit-picky list (which could be much longer) sound too negative, let me repeat that I loved the book and would recommend it to anybody but a literary critic or a serious sci-fi fan. The author has a good eye for natural phenomena and often describes it beautifully. It's certainly worth the money ... and I plan to purchase the next two installments of the tale.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IE46SG7PHC92?ASIN=0439023521	Kept me reading!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When my friend first reccommended this book to me and told me what it was about, I thought it sounded extremely violent &amp; uninteresting. I WAS WRONG!!! From page 1, I was hooked.  I read the entire book in one (4 and a half hour) sitting! I couldn't tear myself away from it.<br/>First of all, Katniss Everdeen and her personality had me all over it in the beginning, during the character introductions.  I couldn't believe her circumstances!  I could partially infer what was going to happen at the Reaping, but I guessed wrong!  Suzanne Collins kept me on my toes-I was guessing, inferring, asking questions, and on the edge of my seat.  I couldn't believe that I'd found something that topped the Twilight Saga (my previously favorite series)!<br/>The Hunger Games is an action/adventure, with a bit of romance here and there.  It's about Katniss Everdeen (sometime around the year 3000, or around that era) who's sister, Primrose (Prim) is chosen at the Reaping for the Hunger Games.  (The Reaping is when they pick 2 tributes, 1 boy and 1 girl, and for each extra time you put your name in, they give you 1 pound of some mush that's considered food.) Katniss volunteers, which nobody wants to do, considering it's 24 teens between the ages of 12-18, and they fight until the death, and the winner is the last one standing, who lives a life of luxury (or so it's called) for the rest of their existence.  Or do they?  The other tribute is Peeta Mellark, who had given Katniss a few loaves of bread when she was younger, right after her father died and she became the household food-gatherer (that's what I decided to call it)-as in she has to feed herself, her sister Prim, and her mother.  Will Katniss and Peeta form an alliance, or will it be every man for himself?  Will Katniss win, or will someone else be declared the champion?</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BGQPUZHWUO4T?ASIN=0439023521	Should have read this sooner...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I can finally say that I have left my rock and joined the ""in-crowd."" I finally read The Hunger Games. It's true that these books have been sitting on my shelves gathering dust for at least a year, maybe longer. I have no excuse to offer for why I haven't read these books until now. I knew they were great (I've heard it constantly). I've been threatened by my friends to read the books ""or else""--but they always seems to forgive me. =) But, alas, I can finally say I have read them... and boy am I glad I did!<br/>While I was talking with one my friends yesterday, I asked if she had read this series. She said no, but she had the books in her classroom. I snickered. (out loud) I told her I finally read these books and she needed to do it pronto. Then I explained why...<br/>First, the characters. I loved how different Peeta and Katniss were. You truly get the sense that Peeta is a genuine ""nice guy"" that you can't help but like. He doesn't seem weak or annoying. In fact, he warms my heart and made me smile. Katniss, on the other hand, is a little rough around the edges. She's not unlikeable by any means. I really liked her. I am a sucker for books with strong female characters! (Not the typical whiny, boy crazy, hormonal nightmares that you normally read about.) The relationship between Prim and Katniss captivated me. For someone to volunteer for such horror to protect another... wow. Oh, and then there was Haymitch. Heh. He was grouchy, ornery, and an absolute riot. Maybe I wasn't supposed to like him as much as I did, but I couldn't help it.<br/>I don't think there is much to say about this book since just about everyone I know has read it already. I can only offer my insights into the book that has been given so much hype. I was fascinated by the games. Since there are three books, I already knew how the games would eventually end. That wasn't a surprise, which I think took away from my experience. Somehow knowing that the two main characters survive took part of the thrill away. Of course, there were a few surprising twists to keep it interesting until the end.<br/>I think it's safe to say I am pleased that I finally read this book. Did it get a 5 star rating from me? No, and that's probably because I knew too much about the book going in. This is a solid 4 (maybe a 4.5?), however. I devoured it in a day and instantly started on the second book. I can't wait to see the movie now and see how the unique characters and settings are brought to life.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IU7KTS7HLQK1?ASIN=0439023521	A fascinating read, I couldn't put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">There are several reasons I resisted reading this series up til now. I generally avoid books that have generated a lot of hype as I find my tastes to be somewhat different from those of the ""mainstream"" crowd. Also the fact that Stephanie Meyer was listed right next to Stephen King in the celebrity reviews, somewhat turned me off on the book. Even my neice's enthusiastic appreciation  of the book did little to overcome my initial resistance. But when I finally gave in so far as to read the first few pages of it with the ""Look Inside"" feature offered by Amazon, I was hooked. I read as much as it would let me then immediately ordered it in paperback. I waited impatiently for it all week, wishing I had just bought the kindle version so I could be reading it NOW!<br/><br/>When it finally arrived it was all I could do to hold off a few hours and get the rest of my day done with before sitting down and picking up right where I had left off. I read for hours that night and got nearly halfway through. I could hardly sleep for wondering what would come next. I picked it up again first thing with my morning coffee and simply could not stop reading all day. I kept telling myself, 'just one more chapter, then I'll stop and do something else for awhile'. But the story had me completely in its grip and before I knew it, it was afternoon and I had finished it. Rarely has a book held me so enthralled. I am an avid Harry Potter fan and the first to admit that I read most of the books as soon as they came out and finished in a matter of days. This blows all of them out of the water. I have never finished a book so quickly, nor been left so 'hungry' for the next in the series. I can't wait to find out what happens next and am only annoyed that I will have to wait til the next paycheck to order book two.<br/><br/>Don't miss this book! It is a rare gem of a read and a unique treat for the literary senses. No other story can compare in terms of grit, heart and perfectly choreographed action, all told through the use of exemplary narrative style without the slightest hint of pretentiousness. At the very least, give the first few pages a read with the Look Inside feature and see what you think. It'll hook you in a two paragraphs flat!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Z2LCOR5799DA?ASIN=0439023521	Great plot... okay writing.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Summary: NO SPOLIERS!<br/>Our story is set in the future when the US has perished and has been replaced with twelve districts that are run by the Capitol(government system). Every year, two candidates or tributes are chosen from each district to take part in the Hunger Games. The tributes are taken to the Capitol to prepare and are then put into an arena of some sort. It can vary from a stretch of grassland to a desert to a frozen wasteland. The name of the game is to kill everyone else and be the last one standing. The Games are broadcasted and the Gamemakers can manipulate the weather or conjure up a ""natural disaster"" to make things more interesting for the viewers.<br/>Review:<br/>I had absolutely no problem getting into this book. I first got a sample and ordered the entire book immediately. I devoured this book but had a few problems with the writing style. Thus the 4 stars. The author's style of writing was getting a little annoying. There are many fragments and it seems to be written more as thoughts than as a literary structure. Later in the book I either got used to it or decided to ignore it all together because it was getting really juicy as there was 5% of the book left and the plot was only intensifying.<br/>One other problem I had was that I believe it is very important that main characters be well liked. Katniss comes across as very selfish and can do no wrong. Everyone else may be wrong, but never her. She even seems to heavily criticize those to whom she owes a great deal.<br/>Apart from those two things, I got through the book in no time. It left a strange impression on me. It scared me. I was terrified of what these characters who seem to come alive on the pages are being put through by the vicious Capitol. Just when you think it can't get anymore twisted... you're proven wrong. The ending is so haunting that you just have to sit back and let is all turn over in your head. It's terrifying because humans are very capable of coming to this. Rome was proof and many more recent events as well. This book will whisper to you.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RM1J89CDU1WP8?ASIN=0439023521	Hooked fro the Start	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is set in a future where the Earth has been rvised by environmental catastrophes. North America, the only area of focus in the book so we do not know if anyone anywhere else has survived, is broken up into thirteen districts and a Capital.  Each district is responsible for supplying the Capital with a different resource, district 12 mines coal, district 11 harvests food, and so on.  Those in the districts live poor hard lives with little to no food, poor housing, hard working conditions and no time for idle play. Those in the Capital lead extravagant lives filled with plenty of food, the luxury of fine clothes and insane, over the top appearances.  The Capital controls each district and punishes those that do not follow the law.<br/><br/>As a reminder of a botched uprising that took place 74 years ago the Capital holds every year a gladiator type battle to the death between a selected boy and girl from each district.  Just like the ancient Romans, the citizens living in the Capital view the games as a form of entertainment, they see nothing wrong with children murdering each other in an effort to survive.  The children are brought to the Capital, dressed up, put on show, and paraded around, then thrown into an arena with only the clothes provided them and the knowledge they have.  The games are televised across the districts and made mandatory to watch.<br/><br/>The Hunger games follows the story of Katniss Everdeen and her battle to survive.  Unlike some of the other contenders, Katniss has the ability to hunt, something she learned from her father who died when she was a young child.  Because she was forced to provided for her remaining mother and younger sister, Katniss knows how to live off the land.  Little does she know that her actions will affect a future rebellion to which she becomes the face,</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1F3DZFQILXVAZ?ASIN=0439023521	bleak picture of the future..fantastic book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's scenarios like this that make one believe in the worst and best of human behaviors.<br/><br/>In the not too distant future there is no more America.  After an era of peace and prosperity America becomes a post apocalyptic country called Panem.  Panem is separated into 12 districts and a capitol.  Actually there were 13 districts (reminiscent of the 13 original colonies perhaps?).  The 13th district tried to uprise against the Capitol holding its people in check and they were summarily obliterated.  This resulted in the Hunger Games.<br/><br/>Ever year, each district's children, once they hit age 12, are involved in a drawing.  One boy, one girl.  What happens if their names are drawn?  They're forced to fight to the death in an Arena of the Capitol's choosing.  All for the mandated viewing pleasure of the Panem populace.  The purpose?  To keep the population in a state of fear of course.  How better to quell uprisings and protect the Capitol's gilded comforts and riches against future revolts by showing the ultimate power: that of the life and death over each district's children every single year.  The Capitol rules with an iron fist, using Peacekeepers to keep each district's people inside their barbed wire prisons.  Starvation and sickness are rampant in each district, all while the people of the Capitol eat the best foods, drive around in cars, have immeasurable technology.<br/><br/>Enter Katniss.  Teenager from District 12.  When her 12 year old sister's name is chosen during the 'reaping' (when the children are chosen to represent during the Hunger Games) Katniss does the unthinkable.  She volunteers to go in her sister's stead.<br/><br/>This book is similar to so many things.  Part Running Man, part Logan's run, part Roman Empire with the brutal exploits of slaves in the colosseum for the edification of the powerful and to keep the lower classes in check by distracting them with voilence..and the threat of violence towards them if they should get uppity...it's really very simple.  The means of controlling a population by keeping them in a state of fear..as well as a statement that no matter how advanced a society, if it bleeds it leads...<br/><br/>Filled with great characters, great dialogue and a rapid fire page turning pace, this is really a great read.  Part sci fi, part character drama, the characters jump off the page and you can't help but get attached to some of them.<br/><br/>Can't recommend highly enough! I'm going to start Catching Fire ASAP.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1W4XCSFPCY0T5?ASIN=0439023521	Captivating	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm standing in the park on Christmas Eve, finishing the last dollups of words on my iPhone as my wife and son play on the nearby playset. My wife is quite content to be watching our boy while I read, because she knows what I'm experiencing. I'm floating through the last of ""The Hunger Games"" by Suzanne Collins. It was my wife, after all, that insisted I read this book - a tactic she never deploys. There is a mutual understanding that the moment that one insists one reads a book, then one is skeptical. And skeptical I am. Already, no less than four people have insisted I read this book. Memories of Harry Potter begin floating in my mind and as I recall the fifth book was out before I bregudgingly read the first - then of course, I was hooked and caught up within three months.<br/><br/>Not exactly wanting a repeat of those dark ages of being without Harry Potter while the rest of the world lived so blissfully with their secret, I sense that this time - perhaps The Hunger Games is something I should pay attention to. Before the movie comes out and before Suzanne Collins becomes a household name (although I may already be too late for that).<br/><br/>And as I finish the last words of Collins' book, I'm left with only one question:<br/>""How quickly can I download the next one onto my iPhone . . .""<br/><br/>But, of course, with Apple's new and stricter app ecommerce restrictions, I cannot simply ""buy"" and ""download"" from my Kindle app, so I'm left with no recourse but to open my iPhone's browser, navigate to Amazon's website, login by clumsily punching in my password and then search for the next book. Fortunately, I have one-click purchase set up and the deed is done.<br/><br/>I'm three chapters in before my wife realized I'd finished the first book.<br/><br/>Collins has done what many authors aspire to. Her Odyssey so transforms the universal consciousness of readers that rabid zealots are born in the midsts of her storytelling. The outlandish environment of her characters are made so completely believable by the third dimensional depth of the characters themselves that one has no question, not one, of their literal and tragic existence. The mind of Katniss is mine and by the time I'm left to hunger for more, I feel as if a part of me is now gone. I need Collins' words in order to feel complete and whole again. Such is the affect of so thoroughly living with another person's thoughts. It is hard to reconcile that she and this world are not real. So I begin transposing her world onto mine. And I wonder, as I walk the park with my family and reluctnatly set aside my iPhone, just how long will I have before the Capitol pulls my name and sends me to the arena.<br/><br/>And I count myself lucky that it has not yet happened.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZ7DL9SE90LMV?ASIN=0439023521	A Hit For Teens In My School!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put this down the minute i started reading it. Mind it that i see tons of reviews about young teens being emotionally scarred from this book. I'm a 14 year old girl and have never had a nightmare or thought about the deaths in a scary way.<br/><br/>The book brings you into this different world of starvation, sorrow, and death, in a place called District 12. Hunting is the only way most of the people of the Seam make it through the day. Which is punishable by death.<br/><br/>The book was surprisingly cute. I mean, who doesn't want a guy like Peeta Mellark, the boy who gave Katniss Everdeen bread, to be theirs? Especially when he declares his love for her on live television before the games. Through so much death, and devastation, they * SPOILER ALERT* find a way to win the games and go back home. The only thing that annoyed me a bit was the ending.<br/><br/>In my opinion, I never really liked Gale all that much. He was too much fire for Katniss. So when she said she * SPOILER ALERT AGAIN* couldn't understand her feelings for either of them, which caused Peeta to become heartbroken. Leaving Katniss even more confused.<br/><br/>I've read the trilogy in a matter of days, but i wont say anything else. Too many spoilers already. This book was one of the most talked about books the last two years at my school. Now, that the movie is coming out, everyone is re-reading them for like the hundredth time.<br/><br/>Overall, this book is one of my favorites of all time. The lasting love in the middle of a battle and beginning of a rebellion is perfect because i wouldn't read just an action book. But i cannot stand romance novels.<br/><br/>If anyone has actually had the time to read this review, thank you so much. To Suzanne Collins, thank you so much for creating the hunger games, without this, i would probably still be reading vampire novels. This has opened my mind to different types of fiction and i am great full for that!(:</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R373Y2VEXXKVIJ?ASIN=0439023521	Don't Give Up Too Soon	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I will be the first to admit that I am hard on books, especially when they have high ratings and the main topic of conversation amongst my friends is how much I will love it. For the first hundred and fifty pages I was bored senseless and even put the book down a couple of times only to hear my daughter go on and on about how much she loved it.<br/><br/>Ok, except for mushy-gushy girl books, we usually agree so once again I picked up the book and plodded on.<br/><br/>Well heck, this book got good very quickly. Once the Hunger Games themselves started, the storyline and the characters mesmerized me to the point that I finished the last 200 pages in one sitting.<br/><br/>Katniss Everdeen has not had it any harder than the others children from her area, but when her younger sister is called during the reaping, she know that she must step in and take her place. She does not think that she can win the games, but she knows for sure that she does not want her sister to die. With Peeta, a boy from her area, they take on the Hunger Games.<br/><br/>Throughout the book, Katniss has to keep reminding herself that there can only be one winner in these games. Games that take place in an area that was once known as North American and is now split up in districts that send young teens to a battle ground to fight to the death to bring honor back to their people and their district. All the while being broadcast in full gory detail back to the audience that is betting on who will win.<br/><br/>""He is luring you in to make you easy prey. The more likable he is the more deadly he is.""<br/><br/>The rules of the game state that there can only be one winner. From the first salvos to the last cannon shot, the combatants must form allies and know that at the end all but one of them will die. That is until there is a game changing moment and you wonder if the rules of the heart and the rules of the game can coincide.<br/><br/>This is only the first in a trilogy and I hope that they next book can keep up the lightning pace and note that this one ended on.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4Q3B3H9F8ASZ?ASIN=0439023521	It's a Dystopian Sci-Fi Adventure!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I admit I was skeptical of reading <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Hunger-Games/dp/B002MQYOFW"">The Hunger Games</a>. I heard they were Young Adult (YA) books, children's books, teen books, etc. It kind of turned me off from reading it.<br/>I started a chapter here or there, then put it down for a few months because I was so busy with life.<br/>Then I picked it up one night after I saw the movie trailer for The Hunger Games--Holy crap.<br/>Now I HAD to read the books because the trailer convinced me it looked good! (Yes...I'm that shallow).<br/><br/>So I pick up my <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Kindle-Touch-3G-Free-3G-Wi-Fi-6-E-Ink-Display-includes-Special-Offers-Sponsored-Screensavers/dp/B005890G8O"">Kindle Touch 3G, Free 3G + Wi-Fi, 6"" E Ink Display - includes Special Offers &amp; Sponsored Screensavers</a> and begin reading.<br/><br/>O-M-G.<br/><br/>I LOVED IT.<br/><br/>I couldn't stop reading! I read it in 3 or 4 days, and that's including a VERY busy work schedule!<br/>Just the names that the author used in <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Hunger-Games/dp/B002MQYOFW"">The Hunger Games</a> were so unique.<br/>Peeta. Prim. Katniss. Gale. Rue.<br/>They're fun names--easy to remember and unique enough to stand out.<br/><br/>The way the author created her world was handled very well. The book is VERY well written for a YA novel.<br/>I'm a picky reader and I was impressed.<br/>I also love how the author doesn't give us a year (at least I don't remember one) to go by for the Dystopian world, and leaves it to our imagination.<br/>I pictured Capitol as the only futuristic city left in ""Panem,"" and someone else I talked to said they pictured it as an upscale downtown metropolitan area.<br/>So the world is described well, but still leaves room for plenty of imagination.<br/><br/>I devoured this book. It's has so much substance and uniqueness. There are some brutal and sad scenes--and kissing--won't spoil anything...so I would recommend this for kids 12 and up. This would be at least PG-13 in theaters.<br/><br/>Definitely give <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Hunger-Games/dp/B002MQYOFW"">The Hunger Games</a> a chance! It's a Dystopian sci-fi adventure!<br/><br/>Note for Kindle Edition:<br/><br/>1) Great format--it's perfect!<br/>2) Includes page numbers &amp; location.<br/>3) Table of Contents included.<br/>4) No errors (I could not find any or notice any).</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VQVO4XMGBV60?ASIN=0439023521	Good story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">In essence this is a post-apocalyptic fictional book about a three teenagers.  This is the first book of the series and it sets up the premise of the other two books and is therefore essential to the story.  As the review says Katniss and Peeta, both 16, are sent to the ""Hunger Games"", a televised reality program of 24 12-18-year-olds fighting to the death until only one is left standing.<br/><br/>I could continue with a synposis of the story, but since this is a review I thought just to get to the heart of the matter.  This book for me was the weakest of the series, for a number of reasons, even though most of my friends who recommended this series felt this was the best. My prime reason was that in this book I just didn't like Katniss nor did any of the other characters catch my sympathy. Maybe since I dislike reality series shows that was the root of the problem, who knows.<br/>I found Katniss to be just a little too shallow, a little too self-centered, and a little too judgmental, and many times I just wished she would die and let another character take her place. But it was those feelings that made me enjoy and appreciate the other two books as Katniss matures into a young woman any mother would be proud to call her own.<br/><br/>Because of the other two books I gave this 4/5 star review even though for me it was more of a 2 1/2 to 3 star book. I read at least 2 books a week, something that is remarkable considering how little extra time I have, but it took me over a week to read this one.  Many a time I would lay it down in disgust only to pick it up to see what happened next, to finish it to see if my friends were right that this was the best book.<br/><br/>So, my recommendation is that if you like post-apocalyptic books give this a whirl. In light of the other two this is a series well worth the read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNZNQ23YC2W0X?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games Review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games was a very exciting book, and I really liked the fact that its a ""young adult"" classified book, but it can be enjoyable to any age group. Its a real action packed romance novel and my favorite thing about it is the way Collins describes the action scenes. This is what makes the book so entertaining and enjoyable to read. The story is in first person and follows Katniss Everdeen throughout the Hunger Games, which were not really games at all. Children ages twelve to eighteen were randomly chosen from each of the ""districts"" and were placed in an arena and forced to kill one another. It has a dark mood throughout the story and there is a lot of death and devastation. The fights are very bloody and exciting and Katniss, the main character, is often faced with death. In general, I would say that I really do like this book. Like I said, its very entertaining and an easy read. I would also say that I agree with the main theme of the Hunger Games. There is an oppressive government in control in the book, and Katniss has to outsmart the people who create the games (the game-makers) as well as the government to show the public just how cruel they are all treated. Specifically, as I mentioned before, my favorite thing about the book is the action scenes. They are described so perfectly and they are easy to imagine. This helps a great deal with people who can't focus on reading a book. It really grabs your attention and makes you want to read more and more. Collins did a wonderful job with this book and many people would agree with that. The Hunger Games trilogy has had a lot of success because of this. There isn't anything I would change or anything to improve about this book. I think it is a great book all around for studying or reading for fun.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Q7L1X8P53NGV?ASIN=0439023521	An Overall Look at the Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games, an action and adventure novel, is a great read for teens. The main characters, Katniss Everdeen and Peeta Mellark, are thrown into the annual Hunger Games of the dystopian world of Panem and forced to survive by killing fellow tributes.<br/><br/>The novel has a tense and dark tone. Since it is written in first-person, we see the events through Katniss's eyes. She is constantly feeling pressure to survive the Games. She is also saddened and scared of the Capitol's cruel actions and knows that there is little chance of surviving their wrath. The reader's mood throughout the novel is also tense and dark. A reader would be constantly worrying about Katniss and her welfare in the chaotic arena.<br/><br/>Overall, I liked the book because it tells a story of a normal, relatable girl who is thrust into the role of being a hero. Being sixteen, Katniss is the same, or a similar age, of the reader. She is still questioning her role in life and whether she will continue to be the main provider for her family once her world is turned upside down by the Hunger Games.<br/><br/>A major theme is the sacrifice for one's family and friends. Katniss shows the ultimate sacrifice when she sacrifices her life by volunteering in Prim's place as tribute in the Hunger Games. Sacrifice, no matter the price, is a good theme to in real life. It shows teens that they can use the act of sacrifice in their own lives.<br/><br/>I liked the Katniss's character progression in the book. Katniss began as a strong provider for her family. As her journey throughout the Hunger Games progressed, we saw her go from celebrity to potential rebellion-starter. She developed her strength as a fighter and showed Panem that she was not a force to be reckoned with.<br/><br/>Suzanne Collins did a great job relating Roman history to the novel. Most teens do not read for fun, much less want to learn through reading. Collins combines the best of both worlds by using history as a gateway for the incredible new world of Panem.<br/><br/>One change Collins could have made would have been to add more of a back-story to President Snow and his Capitol. Is he a dictator or a monarch? How long has he actually ruled Panem? These questions and more would have been a great addition to the story that might have explained more of a motive for how the Dark Days came about and its subsequent events.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IIYUY7EVXM89?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I started the series because I was really interested in the movie. I always read books before they release it in theaters. But I heard many great things about the series from all my blogger friends, so a few weeks ago I bought the entire box set.  The Hunger Games surprised from the first few chapters. This world Collins has created was so creative that you can imagine this world of 13 districts.The writing was beautiful, it really got me into her novel and the world of the Districts. I couldn't put it down once the pace of the Capital came into view.<br/><br/>During the first part of the book, when they were picking the Tribunes, it was soo sad when out heroine Katniss sacrificed herself for her sister when Effie pulled out the name. This moment was presented perfectly and as the reader, it showed us how they were all chosen.<br/><br/>The setting was mainly taking place between District 12 and also in the district Panem, Collins described this as the future of The United States. The weapons and creatures in the books were the main items in which the weapons were to help support the Tribune. After reading the whole Games scene you can see that this is no ordinary world of the future, it was a death sentence.<br/><br/>I loved all of the characters in this book! Katniss Everdeen is one of the strongest characters I have ever read. She is stubborn, doesn't like following the rules, but she know how to survive in the wild. At the beginning you can really see that she is the provider in the family after her father passes away. Katniss hunts and uses the basic knowledge of survival to help her during the Games. Gale is her best friend at District 12, and he hunts with Katniss every Sunday. He is the other male character in her life. We dont get to know much about him in this book but I sense we shall see more of him soon!<br/><br/> Peeta Mellark..... how you are one sweet boy! He is the other Tribune to District 12. What I love about Peeta is his humor and how he interacts with with Katniss. He is the son of the baker, is not serious about the Games, but is willing to sacrifice his life to help save Katniss. He was one great character to read about. I was always looking forward to his parts in the book because you can see that he does harbor feelings so a special someone and he balances her and he does support her.<br/><br/>My journey of The Hunger Games was fantastic! Everyone needs to read this series, and it must be because everyone is talking about this book and the upcoming movie, which looks awesome. If you haven't read this series, you must start it, its worth it. Fast paced love, action, battle and when this romance is discovered, you will want to read the next one. Be sure to have the next two books next to you after you read this AMAZING series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3O26Z6EIYTQZR?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing Adventure!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins<br/>'''''<br/>Every year the Hunger Games are held and it was time for them to begin again. There are twelve districts and each district has to have a boy and a girl between the ages of twelve and eighteen entered into the games. The children are put into an arena and have a fight to the death. There can only be one survivor. The odds were high for Katniss and her friend Gale to get picked because it is done by a lottery system. Once you turn twelve your name went into it once each year and if you needed help with food for survival you could get some by entering your name more times. Katniss and Gale did this a lot. Even though the odds were high for them, Katniss's younger sister Prim who only had her name entered once, got picked. Katniss Volunteered to save her sister and with that decision began the fight for her life.<br/><br/>I finally sat down and read this book now that the movie is coming out in March. I had heard great things about it and had it highly recommended to me many times. I was not disappointed. I absolutely loved the story. The adventure was always exciting and I was continually wondering what would happen next, which kept me turning the pages.<br/><br/>The characters seemed very real and I found myself cheering for them.  This book had heart also. It wasn't just a cut-throat adventure, there was more to it. There was love, friendship and heart breaking moments. I was not only cheering for the main character Katniss. I wanted her to kick butt and win but I also couldn't help loving some of the other characters (i.e. Rue).  I've been completely drawn into this world and I can't wait to read the rest of the series.<br/>It is definitely a bit of a dark book considering twenty four children are having a fight to the death. This is the first time I have read about this kind of thing. I think part of the reason I waited so long to read this book is because of the subject matter. It was a hard thing to wrap my head around.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26AB9JJN2YLFP?ASIN=0439023521	The Horror, I mean HUNGER Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger Games is probably one of my favorite books...ever. Yes, I sound like a teenager, but I don't care. Hunger Games is ""my Twilight"" (or at least that's how I explain it to my 13 year old niece.) I was told to read it maybe more than a year ago but didn't pick it up until this summer, when I first got my Kindle. It was my first book on there, followed by Catching Fire and Mockingjay, which I excitedly bought when I realized that with a Kindle I could do that now! I ate these books up, but not as much as the first one.<br/><br/>I think what originally hooked me is how like Shirley Jackson's ""The Lottery"" the beginning is, and growing up I adored the horrific nature of that short story. Naturally I enjoyed the horrific nature of this novel. Children fighting to the death against each other for entertainment? It's like if someone decided to make a tv show of ""Baby Roman Gladiators"" or something! And again, though I'd be horrified, I'd totally watch it.<br/><br/>When I first read Horror-- I mean Hunger Games, I loved about a million quotes but didn't know how to highlight on the Kindle yet, so I have no idea what they were now. Reading it a second time, I highlighted this interesting paragraph--<br/><br/>""Look how we take your children and sacrifice them and there's nothing you can do. If you lift a finger, we will destroy every last one of you.""<br/><br/>Katniss says this as if the Capitol were saying this to the districts, taunting them. I LOVE this, because of the sheer horror of it. I've used the word horror a lot in this post, I know. But this truly paints a picture of our villains, and they are not to be trifled with.<br/><br/>I love the imagery of the book, the entire plot line, the improbability of it all...basically, if Hunger Games was a cake, I'd eat it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Y9OOED85J4Q5?ASIN=0439023521	Mindblowing, and not just for YA readers	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Although I had heard much about The Hunger Games and was intrigued to read it, I must admit I wasn't expecting to enjoy it as much as I did, largely because I knew it was YA, which I don't normally read.<br/><br/>I thoroughly enjoyed it, though, and can see it becoming a classic dystopian novel. In fact, at times, the odd sentence here and there would remind me of A Brave New World by Aldous Huxley. Overall, the entire concept of the book reminded me of The Running Man by Stephen King, but not in a derivative way.<br/><br/>The premise is simple; in the future, following some kind of war and rebellion, the United States cease to exist, and are replaced by twelve districts, each with its own responsibility to the Capitol, which is high in the Rockies. District 12 is the poorest of them all, and supplies the Capitol with coal.<br/><br/>That's where Katniss and Peeta come from. They are selected to represent their district in the annual Hunger Games, a fight-to-the-death in which a boy and a girl from each district, aged between 12 and 18, compete.<br/><br/>The characters are simply brilliant, though explicit description is rather sparse. They are all believable characters, who progress naturally in a very unforced way throughout the book, i.e. they don't suddenly become savage killers when the games begin, they progress naturally and become more ruthless as they become more desperate to survive.<br/><br/>Katniss is a wonderful character, truly three-dimensional, tough without being ruthless, naive in some things but very clever overall. She's one of the few likeable main characters I've come across in a long time, who isn't entirely flawless. She's very natural, and real, as are all the characters in the book.<br/><br/>Every single page is packed with suspense and tension.<br/><br/>Adult readers; please, do not let the fact that this novel is marketed for a young adult audience put you off. I made that mistake, and delayed reading it for quite some time (until I saw the trailer for the movie, in fact). It's a genuinely brilliant book, and I say that as an adult who didn't even read much YA fiction while I was in that age group.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSL6HRJQHS22D?ASIN=0439023521	A must read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is one of the best books in modern times. The movie Gladiator comes to mind. If you have ever watched the TV shows Survivor or Big Brother this is for you. Actually this book is for everyone. It's Survivor to the death for kids 12 to 17. Brutal? Yes. But not as bas as it sounds.<br/><br/>It takes place in a future America. The US is now split up into districs. There are 12 districs, 13 was destroyed in the last civil war. Collins doesn't mention states, so I'm guessing the capitol is now in Colorado. ""The Rockies"" While Katniss is from the poorest, smallest district 12. Probably Kentucky, or West Virginia. Her town has coal miners and is in ""Appalachia""<br/><br/>The evil Capitol, to keep control and dominate the districts stage Hunger Games. Games to remind the districts to never rebel again. Each district must send a girl and a boy to the games where they will fight each other to the death. Twenty four kids enter the arena, one survives and returns home where he will be nearly rich to live a life of luxury. The games are brutal and required viewing for all of the districs. The gamemasters, force the kids to fight each other with knives, spears, anything that will draw blood to keep audiences entertained.<br/><br/>Katniss, who has had a rough life, is forced into adulthood at 11 years old to provide for her family. She sneaks under the fence of District twelve to hunt game to sell, trade, and eat for her family's survival. Her Forte is hunting with a bow and arrow. Her rough life of struggling to even eat, may just her her a chance in the arena. Katniss while worldy smart, seems a little slow in the boyfriend area. Who can blame her though. With school and providing for her family, there isn't much time for boyfriends. Katniss is one of the strongest charecters ever and more importantly, she's a survivor.<br/><br/>This book is beautifully written and a work of art. I've never been able to hunt, yet when you watch Katniss hunt, you feel like your there also. It makes you want to learn to hunt. This book is also amazing written in first person. Your glued to the pages as Katniss thinks about whether she's on screen at times, and how to use that for her advantage.<br/><br/>This book should be a must read for everyone. It's entertainment at it's finest. Some readers might find it to dark. Or Brutal. Even in the beautiful hunting scenes, there is always a brutal undercurrent in your mind. It's not as bad as it seems though. The bloody scenes are small and your through them before you know it. One scene you will cry your eyeballs out. isn't this good thoguh? Writting so good that reaches to your heart. There is also some dark humor. Haymish a drunk, a scene remembering popcorn, and Katniss remembering a previous player who went insane in the arena. There is also a little romance in this book. Buy two copies of this book. Incase you wear the first one out.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NBLI2N8BZ76O?ASIN=0439023521	"I loved it! The whole ""games"" part was amazing!"	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I heard about this book since Stephanie Meyer recommended it back when The Twilight Saga was just starting out and I immediately checked out the synopsis to see if it was something I'd be interested in. After finding out it was some kind of ""adventure"" book I wasn't really into it. I'm more of a romantic novel kind of person, where the focus in on the two main characters falling in love, but after years of hearing nothing but good things about it, I decided to give into the masses and read it. I have to say, I don't regret it at all.<br/><br/>The action and suspense of the games really kept me going through this book and I finished it in no time. The beginning was kind of boring, which is usually the case in most books, but I love the intricate and details of the world that Suzanne Collins created and how the games are played out. Once it all got started, it was really hard to put the book down. The main character, Katniss, is definitely one you will adore, her love for her family and for people in general, makes you really care for the girl and hope for her survival through this inhumane and deadly game.<br/><br/>I really liked how, through the games, Katniss discovers so much about herself, like her survival skills and what is it that makes her so special. You also get to see the animalistic nature, dangerousness, and kindness of the other participants of The Hunger Games that leaves you rooting for some and hating others. The way The Capitol uses these children in this crazy and dangerous game of theirs is ridiculous! The whole book is definitely quite suspenseful and sometimes it even had me at the edge of my seat, dying to know what would happen next. There is even a dramatic, and very unique twist towards the end of the game that left me in shock (I really enjoyed that part, though the whole thing was just crazy, you wouldn't even consider that to come into play). You also see her battling with herself as she has to actually kill people in this game, even those she doesn't want to, like her friend Peeta, who came from the same district as her. It leaves you thinking about all that you would have to do to survive and what you would have to sacrifice in order to stay alive.<br/><br/>If you are looking for a good read, then I highly recommend grabbing this book. I definitely can't wait to read the next book, Catching Fire, in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQQ7PDZDRAHPN?ASIN=0439023521	Almost 3.5	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is very difficult, most of the time, to separate ones reaction to the setting from ones reaction to the story and characters. However, I think my reactions to this book can be divided rather sharply into these two categories.<br/><br/>The setting is incredibly stupid. Even though the author kept it fairly surreal I was never able to suspend my disbelief well at all. I have seen much better settings utterly demolished in reviews, especially on the SF newsgroups on UseNet. District Twelve, give me a break. Neither the Capitol or the districts make any sense at all. Nor does the proposed society.<br/><br/>It is all just an excuse to create the terrible, beautiful and eventful story. And the story is all that. I was never bored. When I was not being irritated unto death by the setting I was being propelled along by the characters and what was happening to them.<br/><br/>Speaking of the characters, some of the minor characters are extremely fine. To echo A. E. Houseman, ""With Rue my heart is laden."" In fact that poem is appropriate when thinking of the young people, even the ones in whom the games brought out their worst natures, sactificed to this evil society.<br/><br/>When I just reviewed Michael Chabon's _Summerland_ (an even better juvenile) I mentioned the life lessons in the book. I think it is only fair to say that there are strong lessons in this book too. Lessons of loyalty and courage and also of not pre-judging people or at least not acting on those pre-judgments until you have a chance to see if they are wrong.<br/><br/>So I am giving the setting a one and the story a four. Which would average out to 2.5 but the story is more important.<br/><br/>I had expected some of the horrors of this setting to be redeemed in the sequel(s) Having read the first sequel, I think that is going to be true.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YMH9LHPRJM7C?ASIN=0439023521	Better Than I Expected	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games<br/>By: Suzanne Collins<br/>(Given four stars for violence and a few other little things here and there.)<br/><br/> I knew the book was popular and apparently really good, but there are a lot of books that are supposedly really good.  When I walked into the library, I wasn't sure what I was looking for; then The Hunger Games came to mind.  And as I searched on the library website, every book copy was already checked out and/or was on hold multiple times by other people.  That's when I checked out a copy of The Hunger Games on audio book and it did not take me long at all to finish it.<br/><br/>As the story began, it soon drew me in and held me there.  Suzanne's way of writing is, in a way, straight to the point and doesn't need a lot of frills to make it exciting.  However, she executes her story in an entertaining way so it's not dry or lacking.  She does a magnificent job of continuing the plot along as she steps back now and then to bring into light the characters' pasts.  I felt like I knew them and I understood why they were the way they were and why they acted like they did.  I wasn't a stranger to them like in some books where you have no idea what's wrong with the main characters' heads.<br/><br/>However, I knew there was going to be bloodshed, and I feared it would be too graphic for me.  Though the circumstances are harsh and the teenagers are fighting each other to the death, the story is not void of love, which begins to entwine itself into the lives of the main characters, and at times even pity and sorrow.  Though some of the ending scenes in The Hunger Games were probably the worst yet, as far as violence goes, I finished the book and would read it again.<br/><br/>The story is definitely left with some open endings, which is reasonable since there are books to follow it, but the story is not left at a confusing end where you don't understand what has happened.<br/><br/>When I finished the book, I was sad that the thrill and adventure was over, but that only makes me more eager to read the second one and return to the Districts again to see what happens next...  If you want to know what it's all about, why so many people are trying to get their hands on this book, then pick it up and see for yourself.  Don't forget to hold on tight, because this book is going to take you on a ride you won't forget.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16NWU7E1Y2OI9?ASIN=0439023521	Breathtaking novel, full of brutal actions and enchantment	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put this book down! This novel is incomparable to any other. The storyline, characters and events all had me mesmerized. The author, Suzanne Collins, has one of the most original storylines. She creates them off the top of her head, and it's phenomenal. She had me hooked the whole way through. Some of the best parts were violent, and some extremely compassionate.<br/><br/>  The story includes many settings and locations. But three environments stood out to being most significant; District twelve, the arena, and the capitol. District 12 is the district that Katniss Everdeen (main character), resides in. She lives with her mother and sister, Primrose. Twelve is beyond doubt a poverty-stricken district. Many families are starving. Not many jobs are to be had. These people don't live a joyful life unless they try to. Many family members died in a mine accident, leaving many families lonely and depressed.<br/>The second setting, the arena is completely terrifying. The arena is where the 24 tributes fight to the death, between ages 12-18. Many innocent lives are lost, all for the entertainment of the capitol's citizens. The last and final significant setting is the capitol. The capitol, and the whole country of Panem, is ruled by a terrible man by the name of President Snow. The capitol is very rich and really enforces the rules of the Hunger games.<br/><br/>  The characters are by far the most interesting and attention-capturing aspect of the novel. They make the story. My favorite, however, is Rue. Rue is a petite and little twelve year old girl from district 11, who becomes allies with Katniss early on in the story. Katniss cares for her until she dies, which broke my heart.<br/><br/> The problem that is trying to be solved in this whole story is to get Katniss and Peeta out of the arena, still breathing with a beating heart. Although it seems impossible, they actually pull it off! They completed this almost impossible act by showing strong and rebellious actions, causing the games to conclude.<br/><br/>One specific event that really stood out to me is when Katniss and Peeta first team up and reside in a small cave. They learned that they really don't hate each other, and they decided to team up as allies trying to win the games together. They survive by sharing the gifts that they both receive from the games sponsors. After caretaking for each other, they fall in love. They become very passionate for one another, and the whole way through the book, they leave you hoping that they come out together and live happily ever after.<br/><br/>But all great novels must come to and end. The two lovebirds escape the horrific arena and return back to their families in district 12. But the fame has just begun. They still have a victory tour to do, consuming much of their time. But hey, wouldn't you rather be touring Panem instead of being dead? This book will always be a top 5 contender on my list.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UZ8EODGURDGN?ASIN=0439023521	Stunning	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games surprised me in many ways.  It is a brilliantly written, moving piece of work, made terrifying by how real it seems.  I felt guilty about how much I enjoyed going through the games with Katniss and Peeta, because doesn't that make me as bad as the rest of the Capitol people, glued to their tv sets to watch the whole horrible thing unfold?<br/><br/>The Hunger Games tells the story of Katniss, a 16 year old with way too many responsibilities.  She lives in the coal mining district of a changed North America, that has 12 disctricts, each one producing a different commodity, which is used primarily by the residents of the Capitol; who defeated the Districts in a long ago war.  Each year, to remind the citizens of the districts of it's power, the Capitol holds an event called the Hunger Games.  Each district must supply two 'tributes'.  the Tributes are children aged between 12-18 years, who will fight to the death in a staged arena.  There can only be one victor and the victor and their district are showered with wealth, food and gifts.<br/><br/>It's no huge surprise that Katniss eventually becomes one tribute, with a boy she barely knows - Peeta Mellark the other.  Together they prepare for the games, with some surprising strategies and help in the form of their stylists, and the only living victor from district 12 - Haymitch.<br/><br/>The story unfolds at a rapid pace after this, and in the spirit of keeping it spoiler free, I wont comment on the games themselves.  What I found enjoyable was the layering of character - the way everyone is playing one role, when they mostly need to be another.  The violence is shocking, perhaps all the more so because they are children, and it has haunted me since I finished the book.  The scenes with Rue moved me a lot, and thanks to the movie preview, I have a four note bird call stuck in my head.<br/><br/>The Hunger games was a fantastic read, and one that stuck with me afterwards for a long time.  Highly recommended.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3A7GOC7KJOY02?ASIN=0439023521	Best BOOK	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Are you hungry for a new book to suck you in? The book, Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins, will surly satisfies your need. It is about a girl, Katniss Everdeen, and her adventure through the Hunger Games. She lives in District 12 of Panem. Panem is the ruins of a place once known as North America. North America has been taken over by President Snow, a dictator. Katniss and most of the other districts suffer harshly through life. Two people, a boy and a girl, from each district every year get a chance to fight for life and food.<br/> The two people, a boy and a girl, from each district have a chance to have lots of money and plentiful food with their families through the Hunger Games. The qualifications for the Hunger Games are that the person chosen can't be a victor of the games and has to be 12-18 years old. The winner of the Hunger Games gets to live in a great house in the Victor Village of their district. If the tributes make an alliance, the Game Makers will eventually force the tributes to break the alliance.<br/> The 2 main characters in this book are Katniss and Peeta. They are both 16 years old and live in District 12. Katniss is courageous, kind-hearted, and is always thinking about her family and Gale, Katniss' best friend. She struggles to take care of her family on her own because her father and Gale's father died in a mine explosion. She hunts with Gale almost every day and depends on that day's haul to feed her, her sister, and her mother. Katniss likes to shoot bow `n arrows and trade her profit at the Hob, a black market.<br/> Peeta is strong, creative, smart, and can camouflage anything. He is known as ""Lover Boy"" in the story. He trys to sacrifice his life for his true love. Peeta's father is a baker and was once in love with Katniss' mother. Peeta loves to paint and decorate cakes.<br/> I have many favorite parts in this book. My most favorite part is when Peeta reviles a huge secret on air. I love this part because it changes the entire book. It gives me a new prospective of the book. Peeta's secret adds a new twist. It forces you to keep reading the Hunger Games.<br/> As you can probably tell, I liked the book Hunger Games. I liked it because there was always something happening in the book. I felt like I was looking through Katniss' eyes through the whole story. Hunger Games had much suspense. I laughed when Katniss told me, through her thoughts, the story of when she meets Gale. I really loved the book!<br/> The genre of the Hunger Games is science-fiction because all the story events could possibly happen. For example one day a dictator, like President Snow, could take over North America and call it Panem. The dictator could also turn North America into 12 districts. Then, the dictator could suppress its people.<br/> A person with a sense of adventure, vivid imagination, and likes action will love this book! All people will get sucked into this book. Hunger Games is by Suzanne Collins and its publisher is Scholastic. I would suggest this book to anyone that is 11-15 years old, depending on maturity. You should read Hunger Games it will take you on an adventure.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OEREPRSC6OF4?ASIN=0439023521	Thrilling, Adventurous, Dystopian Tale	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">""The Hunger Games"" is by far one of the best novels in the young adult genre ever written. Suzanne Collins wrote an intense dystopian book that is impossible to put down, even the second time through.<br/><br/> The country is Panem, separated into twelve districts and the capital. Every year to remind the citizens of the district of the power the capital holds, there are the Hunger Games. Each district must supply two tributes, one boy and one girl between the ages of twelve and sixteen to go to the arena, where the tributes must fight each other to the death because there can only be one victor.<br/><br/> Katniss Everdeen is just sixteen years old when her twelve year old sister's name is called during the Reaping Ceremony and Katniss steps up to take her sister's place in the Hunger Games. Alongside Katniss, is another familiar boy, a classmate, Peeta. But only one of them will come home alive.<br/><br/> Collins is simply an amazing author. The story takes off right from the beginning and trust me, it's a constant page turner and every chapter ends with a cliff hanger forcing you into the next. The novel is so short that it is almost unbelievable because there is so much action and adventure packed in and absolutely nothing is rushed.<br/><br/> Katniss takes an amazing emotional journey. She goes from Katniss Everdeen to The Girl on Fire and it's hard for her to even know the difference. She even seems to have opposing ideas on boys. The first time I read this novel I didn't get into the romance at all, but upon reading it a second time I very much enjoyed the romance.<br/><br/> This book is a must, must, must read! Collin's took the cautionary tale that dystopian has to offer and made it accessible to teens. There is so much emotion in this book and it is absolutely brilliant.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YHZFQV0WG3JZ?ASIN=0439023521	Beautifully Unexpected	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was quite an amazing book. I'm already a quarter of the way into the second one -- that's how much I had to stay in the story. I couldn't even stop to write a review. When I began this book, I had no idea what it would be about. I had not read a synopsis, I had just been hearing how much everybody loved this series. So I began. I was confused at the beginning and couldn't get a good feel for the characters, but this only lasted a few pages. Then things got going and I was hooked.<br/><br/>The story begins with Katniss Everdeen and quickly introduces her mother, younger sister, Prim and her friend and hunting partner, Gale. Katniss's father had died in a mine explosion when she was young and ever since then, she's had to provide food for her family by illegally hunting in the grounds outside of District 12 - her home. The book is set in a sort of post-apocaliptic (more post-rebellion/uprising) in the United States. But by the time the story takes place we are to understand that there are 12 Districts that exist (there was a 13th, but the reason it no longer exists is a mystery to the reader) and they are all ruled by The Capitol. Each of the Districts is kept separated, with no one allowed to leave. We are introduced to the concept of The Hunger Games very soon. Apparently, The Capitol forcibly holds these games each year in order to keep the Districts in line. To remind them of who has the power -- and who doesn't. Each District holds a lottery of sorts on the Reaping Day every year, with the results being that two teenagers (one boy and one girl) is chosen to participate in The Hunger Games as tributes. This will make 24 participants in all coming from the 12 Districts. These games will be a fight to the death in an arena of The Capitol's choosing. Katniss is one of this year's tributes, along with a boy from her district, Peeta Mellark. The story follows them (from Katniss's point of view) through their ordeal of being prepped for the games and then through the horrible few weeks of fighting, running, hiding, killing, outsmarting, watching people die, almost dying themselves and many other horrors they are faced to endure for The Capitol.<br/><br/>This is an amazing story of endurance, control, perseverance, determination and love. I fell in love with Katniss and the difficulty she has in sorting out her feelings and knowing how to react and what to do -- should she act for herself, thinking of her own emotions? For The Capitol, trying to please them? For Peeta, trying to save him? The Hunger Games has everything a good story should have: deep characters, meaningful actions, adventure, trials, difficulties, romance and love. I highly recommend this book and am just taking a guess, but will probably recommend the whole series. That's all for now...I have to get back to reading.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MUTCUTNP1ZMO?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This story takes place in a post-apocalyptic setting.  Civilization has been patched together after some disaster, men gathering together for safety under the iron fisted rule of a totalitarian government.  Once a year ever district in the government has is required to provide two teenage candidates selected by lottery to take part in the Hunger Games - a sort of gladiatorial survival challenge. The winner of the games secures wealth and fame for themselves, and food and supplied for their home district for a year.  Hunger Games centers around two such ""tributes"" selected from a small, out of the way mining district sent to compete and die in the Games.<br/><br/>Our first tribute is Katniss. It's hard not to love her.  From the earliest moments in the story we see her strength.  She's the sister that stepped up to provide for the family when her father died, and her mother was crippled by grief.  She's the one that willing volunteered to go to her death in the Hunger Games in her sister's place.  She's noble, strong, selfless, and a complete bad ass.  She's not soft - life hasn't allowed her to be.  She's actually quite brutal at times, but we find ourselves loving her despite that.<br/><br/> Then we have Peetra, the male tribute, who is kind, honest, gentle, and well spoken.  He has the heart in this story.  He's compassionate, and understanding, but seemingly soft.  Basically the perfect complement to Katniss.  I loved the interactions of these two characters - how beautifully they balanced one another.  Peetra was by far my favorite character in the whole series.  His unconditional, selfless care for everyone around him, his kindness, and his loyalty were inspirational.  At every point in this story and the ones that followed, you could rely on him to be a reliable moral compass.<br/><br/>Ultimately the story centers around these two.  There are a host of well written and amazing side kicks too though - standouts for me were:<br/><br/>Cinna, Kat's stylist who transformed her into a small down mining girl to the Girl Who Was on Fire.  More than any other character, I think he's what got Kat through the first part of the story.  I loved his quite care, and his seeming silent support for the rebellion.<br/><br/>Rue - the tiny little girl from the agricultural district that Kat befriends during the Games.  Her sweet trust and care for Kat were so beautiful, and the most heart wrenching parts of the story centered around her.<br/><br/>I could have taken or left Gale, Kat's childhood friend in this story.  He seemed more of a background character to me.  And I had a love hate relationship with Haymitch, Kat's grizzled, alcoholic mentor.  He really set me off on the wrong foot initially, but really grew on me through the story.  I loved how he and Kat seemed to understand each other's unspoken messages.<br/><br/>There is not a lot of romance, especially in the first book.  There seems to be genuine care between Peetra and Katniss, but you are left constantly wondering how much of that care is real or feigned for the sake of the cameras.  In this story I felt Peetra's care was genuine, and Kat's was growing, mostly unbeknownst to herself.<br/><br/>I have zero complaints with the world building in Hunger Games - which is often a point of complaint for me, so well done Ms. Collins! :D The world is dark, and brutal, not quite as much so as Enclave, but close.  I felt the author did a great job making everything very realistic and understandable.  I saw the logic behind the districts, the way the government was organized, and even the Hunger Games themselves. While initially sending kids into battle seemed silly, after I understood it as a punishment for rebellion and a chance for those kids to earn enough food to feed their whole, starving district it made perfect sense.<br/><br/>Plot wise, Hunger games started off a bit slow for me - the author had to spend quite a bit of time explaining the world, establishing the characters, and dealing with their histories.  As such, many of the first chapters of the book centered around memories.  But around the time Peetra and Katniss were sent to the games, I found myself completely pulled into the story.  I loved the way the author described the challenges in the Games.  I literally hung on her every word through the entire experience.  And there were moments of such heartbreak and beauty.  I cried numerous times throughout the story.  By the end of the book I was completely emotionally drained, filled with both sorrow and triumph.  It was a masterfully written story that started slow and built steadily to a cathartic end.  I truly loved this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UYVEPKSVGYDH?ASIN=0439023521	No Spoilers.  Parents should read it before their kids.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My youngest daughter (age 14) handed me the book after she finished reading it.  I read it in a weekend and found it to be a real page turner (5-stars).  I immediately went onto Amazon and bought the two follow on books.<br/><br/>This is definitely a book that parents should read before (or immediately after) their children have and then have discussions about the book.  I know that we all have above average intelligence children and they will be able to understand the book completely on their own -- but maybe discussing the book together will bring you closer.  You certainly will want to take the opportunity to help re-enforce what morality you believe your child should have.<br/><br/>This is the main reason that I knocked off one star -- parents really should read the book and discuss it with their children.<br/><br/>The book is dark.  If it were a movie, I would argue it needs more comic relief.  Judge your own child's personality and decide if reading dark material would bring them down too much or can they easily separate out a depressing story from reality.<br/><br/>Having read all three books (and yes, this part doesn't pertain to *just* The Hunger Games), it feels like there was one large book written and it was broken into two and a half books.  At the end of the two and half books there were lots of unanswered questions and the filler was added trying to answer those questions (stretching the whole to three books).<br/><br/>The first two books are absolute page turners.  The third book (which did not effect the star rating for this book) is a little choppy as it tries to cover questions that the reader might have.<br/><br/>I wasn't going to write a review until I read some of the other reviews.<br/><br/>Some have complained that there is no moral message to the book.  There is, but it is subtle.  If you miss the moral message it is possible that your world view is too different from the message.  And no, I won't say what I believe the message to be because I hate spoilers in reviews).<br/><br/>Some have complained that the characters are unrealistic in their goals and values.  If the characters were coming straight from our world, I would agree.  However, if you imagine the toll on priorities and how the dark world that Suzanne Collins created would wear and morph people's values over the preceding generations, I would say that Ms Collin's projection of people's values is certainly plausible.  I'm certainly not willing to run an experiment to find out.<br/><br/>Some have complained that the story is a blatant rip off of other stories.  These same people point to the beauty of J.K.Rowling.  While I thoroughly enjoy  Rowling's work, perhaps these reviewers should read Orson Scott Card's Ender's Game -- and realize what a blatant rip-off the Potter series is ...  No.  Even after pointing out the remarkable similarities, Card goes on to defend people taking the same plot line and weaving their own stories around it.  After all, aren't there only 7 plots?<br/><br/>In summary, if you normally don't read what your children are reading, I would make an exception in this case.  If you can, read the book(s) before they do.  If you can't, try to read the books anyway and discuss them with your kids.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31YPM8GMNIC8C?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing! Thrilling!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The country of Panem consists of 13 districts, out of which 12 still stand. 13th was eradicated after the rebellion towards the Capitol, and ever since - to keep remaining districts in line - the Capitol throws The Hunger Games. A girl and boy are from each District is picked to play through lottery - play until only one of the 24 players is alive. The players must be between 12 and 18 years old.<br/><br/>In District 12 Katniss has learned to survive and provide for her family after her father's death by hunting outside the fence, which is illegal, but has fed her mother and her little sister Prim. As the Hunger Games lottery day is upon them, it is Prim who's name is pulled out and Katniss cannot see any other way to save her sister except take her place in the games. Katniss is joined by Peeta a baker's son, and together, yet apart, they have to face the games.<br/><br/>The world is gritty dystopian, where the ruling class rules and the people follow. The mandatory Hunger Games is a disgusting idea, setting people against each other, no setting kids, against each other.<br/><br/>Modern society, atleast western, sees this as such a taboo that I can see why this book is so popular. I mean what would you do? Could you enter the games and not kill if your life depended on it? Could you defend yourself till death? Could you stay invisible and wait until others finish themselves off? How would you survive being hunted? Would you come out of it sane if you did win?<br/><br/>Wonderfully written, engaging and colored beautifully with survival vs. morals. This book has me complitely addicted, and cannot wait to read the second instalment! I have had this book on the back of my mind since Stephanie Meyer recommend it to her fans few years back. I can see why she was excited about it as well.<br/><br/>I'd like to think I'd have the strength Katniss has if I'd be in her shoes. If the world would collapse back to early 1900's and became a police state I hope I'd be able to handle myself. That is the kind of ideas this book gives, and I think people learning to hunt or gather thanks to this book may actually save some lives which is great accomplishment.<br/><br/>If you haven't read this book yet, do so, it's amazing!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ITQL3052A8UU?ASIN=0439023521	Great, Intense Read - However, I Question the Originality	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I literally couldn't put this book down. Since purchasing it yesterday afternoon, I have since finished both Hunger Games AND its Chasing Fire. Although it was an excellent, fast-paced, very intense read, I am feeling extremely needled by the glowing reputation of ""originality"" that Collins has gained for her development of the hunger games concept. I do not wish to offend any other readers, and (as I have stated) I did truly truly enjoy this book - read it in under 5 hours, in fact, when I should have been packing. However, I keep reading comments on Collins' originality in developing the CONCEPT of the games themselves. This is where I take issue: Any other readers out there who have seen the Japanese film ""Battle Royale"" would agree (I hope) that there are glaring similarities between the plot of that movie and that of the hunger games. I'll insert the Wikipedia link for any who are interested; it's an excellent movie with many themes identical to Collins' ( ...)). To sum up the plot of Battle Royale: Japanese schoolchildren are randomly selected by lottery to be dumped on a desert island. They are randomly given a selection of weapons (machete, gun, knife, pot, map, binoculars, etc), and then set loose. They must battle to the death until only one child survives. There are strong overtones of governmental abuse of power, fascism, as well as the ""coincidental"" similarity that this is done to punish a rebellious population. FURTHERMORE, the island is divided into quadrants, each of which is a danger zone during designated hours. This strikes far too close to Chasing Fire's game trick of dividing the arena into a clock with different dangers during different hours. I have an extremely strong feeling Collins might have derived quite a LOT of inspiration/material from this relatively unknown (in America) movie, which has way too many exactly-the-same devices to write off as mere coincidence. While I still think the book is compellingly written (I cried during a few of the more emotional points), I think it's really annoying that Collins hasn't ever been asked whether she's watched this movie (which came out many years ago). Furthermore, in the extremely likely event she was inspired by Battle Royale, I think it's pretty ridiculous she's been given all these compliments regarding her originality without giving credit where credit's due. I hope this doesn't discourage anyone from reading the book - it's one of the most interesting I've read in a while. This review was merely to - hopefully - open some readers' eyes to an equally compelling movie with a very similar plot.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R104H0S5D320ES?ASIN=0439023521	"Excellent, thought-provoking series, NOT ""disturbed"" or ""perverse"""	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A friend of mine bought me ""The Hunger Games"" over a year ago, but I only got around to reading it about a month ago. In two weeks I made my way through the entire trilogy, and while I do have some criticisms, for the most part I HIGHLY recommend this series. However, there are a few disclaimers I would put out there for any adult or child about to take the plunge into Suzanne Collin's dystopian world.<br/>1) If you're a parent or teacher, I would use discretion in allowing anyone under the age of 13 to read these books. Not so much due to the graphic nature of the novels (although it might cause sensitive readers some distress), but because there are many prevalent, subtle themes that would most likely be lost on anyone under 13 who *isn't* an extremely mature reader: mainly, the themes of irony and hypocrisy, appearance versus reality, and the struggles to maintain humanity in an impossible situation would be lost on the average 12 and even 13 year old. In my opinion, 14 to 17 is the ideal *target* age group, though it's a gripping read and thought-provoking series for adults too! Please keep this in mind if you are planning on recommending this to a young reader you know.<br/>2) This series isn't ""perverse,"" ""disturbed,"" or ""sick""; it's a science-fiction (emphasis on the 'fiction') series that uses a controversial futuristic scenario to provide social commentary and provoke questions very relevant to our society today. Yes, these books involve children murdering each other, but that's part of the PLOT, and it's meant to make you THINK. As a reader, you're of course supposed to think that the fictional Capitol is perverse and disturbed -- as you well should if you have any sense of morality -- but it's misdirected to aim anny disgust at the author. Collins is not writing about such horrific violence to be gratuitous: she has invented a fictional world in which horrific violence is gratuitous in order to make a POINT.<br/>As long as you keep in mind both of these points, prepare yourself for an excellent (yet brutal), fast-paced, andsuspenseful YA series. No they are not perfect works of literary art by any means, but the concept is brilliant and for the most part the books are sufficiently written and well imagined. A definite new favorite of mine!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYYV32DHKHTJX?ASIN=0439023521	Turnabout is fair play	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I positively devoured The Hunger Games as many did before me. While Katniss's world is often viewed as a dystopia, I view it more as a post-apocalyptic world as few citizen's really believe that everything is perfect. One of my favorite things in fiction is a strong female lead, and Katniss served these purposes to the fullest. Katniss has spent her life since her father died providing for her mother and younger sister by hunting, trading, and entering her name in for The Hunger Games extra times in exchange for extra provisions. She would do anything to protect her little sister, including entering herself into almost certain death by competing in The Hunger Games.<br/><br/>She is a character that is easy to cheer for, even if she perhaps utterly dense on romantic feelings towards her. The romance in the books, is really the one problem that I had with the series, and that is because of the 'first love' that takes place in the past. This sort of romantic triangle seems to be happening in a lot of the books I've read lately (The Iron Fey, Matched) and for me, it's never the 'triangle' that is intended to be, as I much less reason to cheer for the first love, then I do the one I watch happening. Despite this however, the Hunger Games did succeed in making me want to see more of the Gale's character, as I want more chances for him to make me love him over Peeta.<br/><br/>Peeta I adored, as I loved that he didn't have to always be the strong one. It was a great 'turnabout is fair play' move, with watching the female character be more of a provider and protector then that of the male lead. There are a few other side character in The Hunger Games that I absolutely adored, and would love to see more of as well.<br/><br/>Despite that The Hunger games was more action-packed then I usually like my books to be, I was hooked the entire time. For Katniss, every bit of action is an emotional decision, and because of that I never found myself skimming over the action scenes as I have in the past. The Hunger Games is an original concept, with the only thing coming to mind that is similar, Battle Royale.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QI6CX9UNF4D1?ASIN=0439023521	What a good book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Reading some of the other reviews on here, it's apparent that this is a very successful, very talked-about book...that somehow I totally missed; I'd never heard of it until a few weeks ago.  During a discussion of good books to read, a friend whose opinion I trusted brought it up, and I just added it to my cart with a bunch of other books, only reading enough of the synopsis to think, ""yeah, that might be OK.""<br/><br/>Then last night I was watching the first season of the new Doctor Who, and there was an episode where the doctor and his companions are teleported into some futuristic game shows.  In these game shows, getting evicted from the Big Brother house or being voted the Weakest Link got the contestants disintegrated.  When the show was over, I was thinking, ""Now, why was that so familiar?""  Then I remembered the book I'd bought but hadn't read.<br/><br/>So I started it about an hour before bed.  To give you an idea of how much I enjoyed the book, you should know I read every night before bed.  It's part of my ritual and I think the actual act of reading has turned into a sort of Pavlovian hypnotic.  Usually I only get through a couple pages before my eyes start getting heavy and I have to put the book down.  If the book is particularly excellent, I might soldier on to the end of a chapter before succumbing.<br/><br/>Not this book.  I actually stayed up half the night to finish it.  Fortunately it only took me about five or six hours to read, because I literally could not put it down - and with as much as I had to do this morning, running on no sleep would have been awful.<br/><br/>Do I need a warning about spoilers when hundreds of reviews have outlined the plot already?  I don't think I'm going to spoil anything anyway, but just in case, consider this your warning.<br/><br/>The other reviews outlined the plot pretty clearly, so I'll skip that.  Just a few observations: the plot has been done before, several times.  It has tones of 1984 and very clearly reminded me of Stephen King's ""The Long Walk"" and the beginning of Piers Anthony's Chromagic series...and, as I mentioned, was very similar to that episode of Doctor Who that I'd just watched.  Reused plots don't annoy me as much as they do some people; as long as the writing is good, I don't mind familiar territory.  Nor did I mind the predictability - since there are three books, it's not a big leap to guess that Katniss survives.  The writing, while on the simple side, was very well done and often very funny.  I liked the fact that we weren't herded into liking Katness; she's an overall likable character, but she's not perfect, not superhuman, and not always very nice.  In my opinion, that made her all the more real.<br/><br/>What I did mind, and why the book is getting four stars instead of five, is the ending.  It was rather rushed compared to the beginning.  The whole first part of the book was a fairly detailed account of the events leading up to the games.  In comparison, the end hits you like a brick wall.  The most irritating part was the cliffhanger at the end.  I've always been of the opinion that books in a series should stand on their own and that the desire for a new, separate story because you like the world or the characters is the incentive to read the next book.  This ended more like a serial soap opera.  ""To be continued,"" or ""stay tuned for the continuing story of...""  The book didn't end like this part of the story was over, it ended more on a commercial break - as though one very long book got chopped into pieces.  Yeah, I'm going to buy the next book and read it, but it feels like coercion, and it left me feeling piqued.  My one other gripe is that I really would have liked to have learned more about this future Earth - how did the planet get to this point?  How big are the districts and how are they laid out?  What's life like for people outside of Katniss's personal world?  These things are touched on, but in my opinion could have been fleshed out quite a bit more than they were.  Of course, there could be more of this in the books to come, but if that's the case, we get back to my earlier complaint about having to buy the next book to continue the story.<br/><br/>But that aside, it's still an outstanding book.  You should read it, and you might as well buy the other books straight away because you'll be all kinds of frustrated if you get to the end and then have to wait for the next installment to be shipped.  Just be sure you block out plenty of time to finish it, because you aren't going to want to interrupt the experience if real life intervenes.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26F0N0M4HO7G6?ASIN=0439023521	Review: The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Let me start by saying that I decided to read this book because I was tired of being reminded that I really need to read this book. The Hunger Game series is on the top of most must read lists, so when I finally set down to read I was happy to find that I was not disappointed.<br/><br/>This book was interesting because the idea was without question unique. I had to get over the shock of the idea of reading about twelve to eighteen year olds killing each other to survive while an entire country watched what happened live. Today our world is filled with such jaded young people that I am sure this was not as big a shock to some other readers, but to me it was the hardest part especially if I became overly attached to a character.<br/><br/>Suzanne Collins made it easy to become attached to the all the characters in different ways, but the character that stole my heart was little Rue. While she is not a main character, she just brought me to tears at one point. Of course the other character I loved was the main character, Katniss. The story is told from her perspective. The internal dialogue she had with herself was comical at times, but for the most part it was her struggle to maintain her identity when every page threatened to take more of her true self away. Of course, no teen book is complete without some sexy men characters and Collins did not disappoint. There was Gale the boy who she has come to depend on and trust her family's lives with. Then, there was Peeta the boy who she must face in The Hunger Games, and if she wants to survive, come to terms with killing. Collins is truly gifted at developing her characters, making you cheer for necessary blood shed, but reminding the reader that even those that seemed to enjoy being in The Hunger Games were living as best as they could in a system set up for failure.<br/><br/>Now, the part I hate. The reason why The Hunger Games did not get a five out of five was because the ending felt rushed. The book is broken up into three parts that flowed together nicely, then all of a sudden ""the games"" were over and all of the other players were gone. It wasn't that I did not expect the end to come, just that it felt as if she decided: ""That's it! They all must die!""<br/><br/>Overall, I thought the book was great. I will definitely be reading the rest of the series because I want to see how Collins continues the story. I hope you go out and pick up this book knowing that it will not disappoint.<br/><br/>Michelle (@OBoyledBooks)</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNI9D9R7U04NN?ASIN=0439023521	Riveting, yet Disturbing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">EDIT:  After further reflection, I decided to bump this up to four stars.<br/><br/>""The Hunger Games"" is a compelling story that I read in a single sitting because I found it to be a fast-paced, interesting read.  It features a girl name Katniss along with 23 other participants in a barbaric fight-to-the-death ""game"" that is supposed to serve as entertainment for the nation as well as some kind of deterrent to rebellion.<br/><br/>I marked the story down half a star because I felt it was a bit lacking in setup to explain how North America devolved into a society called ""Panem"" that pits kids against each other in death matches.  I would have appreciated some more back story to explain what happened 74+ years ago to form the various districts and the reasoning behind the ""games"". I realize this is a trilogy, and that might get explained in later books; however, I felt it would be essential information to include in the first book.<br/><br/>I marked the story down a second half star because it seems unsporting to mix 12 to 18-year-olds together in a death match.  Imagine going to a football game and you have 6th graders playing against seniors in high school.  The game would be incredibly lopsided and frankly -- quite boring.  I think the Hunger Games would be just as boring watching overpowered competitors demolish the weak competitors.  I also think it would be boring to watch weak competitors that have little to no survival skills trying to survive the elements let alone the other competitors.  I'm by no means advocating death matches for entertainment, but in a society that does, I think it would be much more competitive to have participants that are closer in age and abilities.<br/><br/>In closing, this was a riveting story, but in the back of mind, I kept thinking ""I'm reading about a bunch of kids killing each other!""  I'm hopeful later books in the series will develop a rebellion that will put an end to these horrific games.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFY9O8MVROGUR?ASIN=0439023521	Still Hungry after The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">There are plenty of eloquently written synopses of this novel here on Amazon, so I will spare you another re-telling.  However, I would like to share why the title of my review has a double-meaning:<br/><br/>I am indeed hungry to continue reading the trilogy--I read this book in one evening and will most likely knock the other two out this weekend.  The premise of the book was great, and with respect to the concepts of government abuse and the uglier aspects of human nature, I could easily draw parallels to our world today.  I found the author's writing style to be engaging and relatable, much like her characters in the story.  And due to the abrupt, cliffhanger-ish ending I want to know ""the rest of the story.""<br/><br/>This reminds me of why I'm still hungry...<br/><br/>Maybe I've watched too many Tarantino movies or read too many Stephen King novels, but I was not blown away by the ""goriness"" or ""brutality"" that so many reviewers mentioned.  It's the overall theme of humanity gone wrong that I find most scary, not the physical acts of atrocity that were committed in the book.  That's innate fight-or-flight right there.  The heroine's struggle to survive didn't leave an indelible mark on my soul either, nor did the potential ""love triangle"" constructed by the author.  I appreciate a great romance as much as the next reader, but I distinctly recall thinking that I would've enjoyed the whole ""first kiss vs. real first kiss with feelings"" if I were still a teenaged girl.<br/><br/>For me the mark of an engrossing book is if I lose all track of time and place, and the world falls away to the point where I don't hear or see anything but the characters.  I know many readers gave this book 5 stars, which for me means this book would've produced some sort of paradigm shift.  For me it was an enjoyable read, but I could also read it while performing other tasks, so instead I gave it 3 stars.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TDILHDI9NXXJ?ASIN=0439023521	A Book That Left Me Conflicted	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins follows the story of a girl name Katniss. It takes place in a future where the world has changed dramatically. As a result of wars that have taken place, the Capitol institutes a yearly event, called The Hunger Games, to remind the people of their past and to make sure it will never happen again. These games are central to the entire story for the main character, as the reader follows her through the emotions and turmoil she experiences.<br/><br/>The Good: The storytelling in The Hunger Games is top-notch. I found myself swiftly enthralled with the world the author created. I cared about the characters. I felt the pain and agony of the games. This is a very well written book. The author tells the story from the first-person perspective by the main character, Katniss. Throughout the entirety of the book, you come to know the character very well - as the author describes her feelings with a lot of detail. Many times I found myself caught up in the character's thoughts to the point that I forgot it I was even reading it in the first-person perspective. There's no doubt about it that this is an enjoyable book to read.<br/><br/>The Bad: Being unfamiliar with the Young Adult genre of books, my gripe on The Bad might be something that is inherent with similar books. Throughout the book, the character tends to repeat many of her thoughts and feelings. The author mentions the past regularly, and that past being referred to often is the same thing over in over. This is a minor annoyance, but it is there nonetheless. Fortunately, it doesn't taint the overall story. Which leads me to the most ironic thing about this book...<br/><br/>The Ugly: I'm not sure if this was the author's intent, but the one thing I absolutely did not like about The Hunger Games was The Hunger Games. The reasoning behind why The Hunger Games - a brutal match of young children where they all fight to the death and there is one winner, all of this televised for the population to see and for some reason enjoy - is unbelievable. I cannot see in any society tolerating something like this. I do not understand why people would accept it. The whole basis for this book feels so completely implausible that I found myself totally distracted by it while reading the entire book.<br/><br/>In the end, I really liked The Hunger Games. Despite the impossible premise, the story the author tells is very good. I've never read a book that made me feel so conflicted, and I guess that is a good thing. The fact that I like it so much in one respect and hate it in another is a testament to what the author wrote. Intentional or not, the book strikes a chord in some form and makes you think. I highly suggest you give this one a read.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ITDAWN1AEOLC?ASIN=0439023521	Not For Everyone, But Definitely For Me	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">At its most basic, <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Hunger-Games/dp/0439023521"">The Hunger Games</a> is about a group of children being forced into a game of survival in a hostile environment where they are required to eliminate the competition in order to survive.  Thus, at its most basic, it is not all that different from <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Battle-Royale-The-Novel/dp/1421527723"">Battle Royale: The Novel</a> which is really what interested me in reading it in the first place.  That said, once you get past that basic premise the two are very different books though both are really quite excellent.  Like Battle Royale, however, this really isn't the sort of book that will be everyone's cup of tea.  If the basic premise turns you off, this probably isn't the book for you no matter how good I or anyone else says it is.  Because, as the premise suggests, the action is occasionally pretty brutal, the themes are quite mature and not everything is going to turn nicely and not everyone is going to survive.  That said, it's a damn fun read packed with plenty of drama, action and suspense and well worth your time if dystopian fiction with a survival beat is your thing.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games takes place in a dystopian future where a single city called the Capital is the seat of government and rules over the twelve districts and the people within them.  The people of the districts are incredibly poor and often starving, forced to spend their lives in the service of the Capital through the production of goods and by laboring in the industry which is the specialty of their particular region.  Many years before the beginning of <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Hunger-Games/dp/0439023521"">The Hunger Games</a> there was a 13th district which attempted to overthrow the Capital and was summarily destroyed.  As a reminder of the Capital's overwhelming strength, two children from each remaining district are selected to participate in the annual Hunger Games, a game of survival from which only one child of the twenty-four participating will return alive.<br/><br/>The first in a trilogy, The Hunger Games works surprisingly well all on its own.  So much so that the remaining two books in the trilogy are more a pleasant surprise than a necessary part of the overall story.  That said, if you enjoyed it as much as I did, you'll almost certainly be excited to dive into the next book to discover the fallout of the events of The Hunger Games.<br/><br/>There is a great deal in The Hunger Games to love as the world-building is solid and the pacing, while a bit slow in the beginning, quickly steps up as the contestants for the games are chosen and the real action begins.  Action which is tempered with intrigue as the games are portrayed as being not only a way to keep the Districts in line, but also as the height of entertainment for the citizens of the Capital.  There is a lot of pomp and circumstance that leads up to the actual games which adds an interesting dynamic to both the games and the characters participating in them.<br/><br/>As the story is told strictly from a single point of view, that of Katniss of District 12, the development of secondary characters does suffer as Katniss takes very little notice in people she isn't readily invested in.  That said, the entire story being told from her POV does help ratchet up the tension and suspense since the motivations of several other major characters are never entirely clear. As a result what might otherwise be a weakness seems a fair trade-off especially in this first novel where there is so much else going on that knowing too much about the supporting cast might just bog things down.  I imagine it will become a larger issue going forward, but for now it's a pretty minor complaint about an otherwise awesome book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RWP46MVGCA4V?ASIN=0439023521	Let the games begin	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't often read YA novels, but the attention this series has been receiving intrigued me, and I was in the mood for a quick sci-fi read anyway.  Turns out that ""The Hunger Games"" is a terrific novel that many adults will likely enjoy.  The basic plot has been outlined numerous times in previous reviews here - in a future version of North America, each of 12 colonies has to select by lottery one boy and one girl to fight in the Hunger Games, which is a televised battle to the death.  Our heroine is Katniss Everdeen from impoverished coal-mining District 12.  She has all the requisite skills for the games, given that she has had to become a hunter to support her mother and younger sister following the death of her father.<br/><br/>Katniss makes for a fantastic, likeable heroine; she's not portrayed as invincible or unduly brave.  She's a fairly average young woman who shows tremendous resourcefulness when placed in an impossible situation.  I appreciated that author Suzanne Collins didn't try to make her of superhero stuff; instead, Katniss' reactions are realistic, which helps ground the story.  For a sci-fi novel, the book generally is quite realistic, and therefore rather violent for a YA book.  However, I think it's quite appropriate for its target audience (14 years and up).  Although the book is classified as sci-fi, I think it will appeal to many readers who do not regularly read in that genre.  In particular, the survival and outdoors aspects set it apart from many sci-fi novels.  I don't often read sci-fi but I was sucked into the story immediately.  The book is extremely well-written and plotted - a true page turner.<br/><br/>When I'm reading a book series, a good indicator of how much I'm enjoyed the current entry is how long I wait until I download the next book onto my Kindle.  Let's just say that ""Catching Fire"" was downloaded and ready to go long before I completed reading ""The Hunger Games.""  I can't wait to see what direction this series goes in next.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PNPK7EGT1UTU?ASIN=0439023521	If I can read it more than once, I know I like it...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Typically, I read just about anything. If I absolutely hate it, Ill never finish and it will be prime Goodwill donation fare. If I like it, but have to slog through it I will, but wont ever read it again - although I might try to get through the series. BUT, If its written well enough to capture me, then I will read it more than once, which is what happened with ""the Hunger Games"".<br/><br/>I am growing to appreciate the dystopian genre, and this was my first introduction (in book format). I honestly could not put it down and read it over a few days time. Then I absolutely had to have the 2nd. And waited anxiously for the third. As a first in a series, it is tough to avoid reviewing as a part of a whole body of work. But without giving away too much here is what I honestly thought of JUST the Hunger Games.<br/><br/>I loved the character of Katniss. She has a sort of Greek Goddess thing going, like Diana the hunter - pure and ruthless, strong and likable, human, but more. Other characters that stood out to me - of course Haymitch. Whats not to love? A guy who is smart, sassy, desperately trying to help the two tributes from a district that is not known for ""winners"". And who did not love Rue - smart, shy, practical, innocent, victim of the ruthless world of adults who have taken her life in a sacrificial entertainment system. And of course I am definitely a huge fan of Peeta. Even though he started out a little ""whitebread"", he became the perfect foil to Katniss - he is loving, she is closed off, he is passionate, she is cold, he is (relatively) spoiled, she lived a live full of deprivation. They are total opposites in everything to the degree that like salt and pepper, complement and complete each other...or so we think.<br/><br/>I have to agree that the brutality presented by the author, especially towards the end in that ""one particular scene"", that has been mentioned, might be a little too scary for 10-12 year olds, but it made the story much more poignant.<br/><br/>I love the fast-paced adventurous-ness, the cliff-hangers in every chapter. Just when you think that all is lost, and the character will be faced with certain painful death, something comes to the rescue (typically its her skills and smarts), and I loved that roller-coaster ride of adrenalin-pumping ""what will happen next?""<br/><br/>In short, I definitely reccomend ""The Hunger Games"".</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MXPG9XYW985K?ASIN=0439023521	Riveting and Original	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book, the first in the Hunger Games trilogy, is unbelievably good. book is set in the U.S. in the future, after events have transpired resulting in the U.S. becoming a new country called Panem, which is divided into thirteen districts around the Capitol, which has imposed a firm dictatorship on the people.  The book centers on Katniss, a young girl from ""District 12"", one of the poorest districts from the coal-producing region.  Every year, the districts are forced to participate in the ""Hunger Games"" as an object lesson of the Capitol's power and dominion over them.  One girl and one boy between the ages of 12-18 are selected from each district to fight in a to-the-death competition in an arena created by the Capitol.  This is mandatory viewing for the entire country.  Katniss ends up as the female contestant from District 12 and must bring all of her survival instincts with her to have any chance in the arena.<br/><br/>This book is similar to other ""survival of the fittest"" books like The Long Walk by Stephen King and Battle Royale by Koushon Takami and it has the same horrifying can't-put-this-down fascination as those books.  In addition, however, this book has more character development and more surprising elements than in those books. Particularly in the later books in the trilogy, the author is able to really develop the political, philosophical and emotional aspects of the situation rather than just focusing on the ""action.""  Katniss is such an interesting character, with tons of depth, and she is only the first in a strong cast of interesting characters. The development and complexity of her feelings for Peeta (the male contestant from District 12) in the context of the game was incredibly interesting.<br/><br/>Although this is technically a ""young adult"" book, its appeal far surpasses that genre.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TQ6D1ZPGCMUK?ASIN=0439023521	Heatheraine's Reviews: [...]	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Winning means fame and fortune. Losing means certain death. The premise of THE HUNGER GAMES by Suzanne Collins (2008) didn't seem that interesting for me. There was a lot of hype about it. (I'm anti-hype.) But I decided to give it a try anyway. I was surprised. I really thought it would hate the idea of a game of life and death between children. The writing is first person narrative by Katniss. Her little sister's name is drawn to participate in the hunger games. She is protective of the sweet little thing and mindlessly volunteers in her stead. (I would have been the scared sister, not the protective one.)<br/><br/>The story tells of a world that has been nearly swallowed by the ocean. America is under new management and only the land around the Rockies is above water. There are 12 poor districts ruled by the rich Capitol. The Capital maintains control over the other districts who provide them coal, crops, fish and other such things from each area, by forcing their childrens name to go into a drawing each year to participate in the Hunger Games. They draw two names from each district. They are placed in an enormous dome in the wilderness forced to fight to the death--with cameras watching. Children gladiators--a bit scarey.<br/><br/>I anticipated it being gruesome and it was but the main character is genuine and worth the time invested in this novel. It reads really quickly but left me wanting more with the cliffhanger at the end. (Don't worry, no spoilers, and it's not what you think!)<br/><br/>I'd rate it at a 4. Very Good: It was a very good choice to read. It was worth the time but the violence was a off the hook! This is a YA Novel but the violence is rather ghastly. But of course, I'm a grown up and I'll be reading the next in the series: CATCHING FIRE.<br/><br/>YA NOTE: This is a young adult novel but has the violence level of a rated ""R"" movie. They see about as much playing video games. I just thought I'd warn you! But maybe reading it is easier than seeing it on the big screen.<br/><br/>Read more of my Book Reviews on my blog: [...]</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IXMIATUGX3VY?ASIN=0439023521	Staying alive	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Novels with dystopian themes have been popular for generations, and one of the newest, The Hunger Games, is worthy enough to merit a place among the classics. Written for teens, with adolescent main characters, the story will snag and rivet the attention of an older readership as well. The plot is straightforward: the American democratic experiment has failed, leaving the surviving population distributed among a dozen rigidly separated settlements, each region assigned to produce a specific commodity by the elitist, totalitarian government. To discourage rebellion, those in power sponsor the annual ""Hunger Games"", in which two teens from each settlement, selected by lottery, must compete in a diabolical, controlled wilderness, to be the last one alive. Every moment is televised, broadcasted to the populace, which is required to watch. Katniss Everdeen is one of the ""tributes"" from the impoverished District 12. A fierce hunter dedicated to keeping herself and her family fed, Katniss has never had the luxury of considering the feelings of others. While she is deeply afraid and reluctant to kill other humans, she vows to fight to the bitter end in the Games.<br/><br/>Author Collins writes powerfully, so vividly that in violence and strategy sequences one finds one's own mind merging with that of Katniss, who is a strong, nearly archetypal female figure. Although only one other character is as completely delineated as she, the reality of the supporting cast members is nevertheless compelling. Collins ramps up the tension early, and never allows it to flag, even at the very end. But be forewarned: The Hunger Games is the first in a trilogy, and the conclusion serves as a introduction to the second rather than a resolution.<br/><br/>Highly recommended.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2T1CVXJEZRDAX?ASIN=0439023521	The deadly games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">From adult to teenagers to kids and older people any person would be found reading the hunger games by Suzanne Collins. Where ever I go I find people reading the hunger games or the other two books in this amazing trilogy. If you are the reader who will enjoy a sci-fi/adventure and a romance, much more all in 300 pages of true suspense then Hunger games is for you.<br/>In this amazing story that takes place in the future America that is split up in thirteen districts and is completely corrupted was a girl named Katniss Everdeen who lived with her mother and younger sister. Since her dad, that meant the world to her, died she has to step up and be the man and the one who does everything to keep her family alive. Katniss hunted every day with her love gale. But when the day that the capitol decides two kids that are twelve to eight teen from each of the 12 districts ( I told you there was a thirteen but the capitol bombed it, in the other books there is a lot more about it) the boy that was decided was katniss's age though she really did not know him that much but she had one special memory about him and how he gave bread to Katniss when she was looking in his garbage, his families bakery, and though he did this he got really hurt by his mom. What do 24 kids do at the hunger games you still is wondering, they fight and kill one and other. And why. The last person standing gets food, water, oil, shelter and more for his/her district. Guess who was chosen for the girl was chosen....not Katniss.... Prim Katniss's sister. Katniss knew she would die easily so she takes her little sisters place in the hunger games. Watch Katniss as she survive the hunger games and works together with others as she falls in love. Something you can learn from the book is how to fight for what you really think is right. It is mainly about the whole series.<br/>I feel that the fun part of the book of the book is one the idea of the story, how kids compete and they need to survive to get food for their district, is really a smart idea. Then the characters are fascinating. Katniss is a girl who is the man of the house and is so outgoing and is dedicated to save her family, and then you have gale who loves Katniss and Peeta who loves Katniss and then Katniss needs to decide who to love throughout the whole series.<br/><br/>If you're looking for an action-packed book filled with adventure, deception, and combat, The Hunger Games is the book for you. The story is set in a post-apocalyptic North America, where 12 districts surround a magnificently built Capitol. The Capitol is cruel, corrupt, and heartless, and each year orders one boy and one girl from each district to fight in the Hunger Games, a competition that forces the players to battle to the death until there is someone left standing... just to remind the districts that the Capitol is more powerful than then and that if they tried to rebel, they would be destroyed just like the players in the Games.The last person standing's district will be showered with food and gifts for the rest of the year.<br/>Katniss Everdeen lives in District 12, an extremely poor district that is always struggling with starvation. Nobody has won the games for the past 14 years there, and as a result it is completely ignored by the Capitol. Katniss feeds her family by hunting in the woods that surrounds her home, and is very skilled in hunting. So when her name is drawn to compete in the Hunger Games, she is ready to kill. At first, she slowly dispatches her enemies, but as the Games progress, she begins to realize her real enemy isn't any of the players, but the Capitol itself. She then devises a plan to prove that she is something more than a pawn in the Capitol's Games and that she doesn't have to kill everyone to be a victor.<br/>The entire book has an amazing plot and describes the landscapes that Katniss encounters perfectly. In the first person and in present tense, the book also beautifully captures Katniss's emotions, and you can easily understand what she's feeling and why. The book has many themes, from action to romance to betrayal, but all of them find a way to fit in too a magnificently sculpted book. In addition, the sequels Catching Fire and Mockingjay are even better than the first book, so if you like The Hunger Games, you'll love those titles.<br/>Overall, The Hunger Games is one of the best books for young adults I've ever read, and I'm certain that any reader will love it.<br/><br/>Another review of the hunger games by John feffert<br/><br/>The Hunger Games<br/>This book is a MUST read book. What Suzanne Collins has put into this jewel is amazing. I think it is a perfect young adult read for ages 12-18 for those looking for a great book.<br/> This book takes place in the future, where North America is in ruins. A dreadful dark period started, known as the dark days, where the citizens of the 13 districts revolted and started a war. In the end, the Capitol (the government's only city) won and took over power. To punish the districts, the Capitol created an annual event called, the hunger games, where children fight to the death. Every district sends in 2 tributes into the hunger games. One male and one female.<br/> Kattniss Everdeen lives in district 12. This year, she was going to the games, as a tribute. Soon Peeta, her partner tribute, reports to the public that he is in love with her. Now she has to play a lover role. Now that the games have begun, she is forced to give up that role. Will she have to kill him? Will she die? Only one person will come out alive.<br/>""Let the 74th annual hunger games begin!""<br/>Next to Percy Jackson and Diary Of a Wimpy Kid this is one of my favorite books. It is truly well written and is just such an amazing book.<br/>READ IT!!!!!<br/><br/>By John Feffert<br/><br/>another review by john smith<br/><br/>The Hunger Games<br/>The book the hunger games is a great book by Suzanne Collins. It has lots of action and breath taking cliff hangers. If you are in the mood for some action go and get yourself the hunger games.<br/> The book is about a girl named katniss who lives with her younger sister named prim and her mom. They live in district 12 out of the 12 districts and every year they have the hunger games. 2 people from each district get picked to be in the games. The hunger games are a fight to the death in an arena between the tributes. The last person alive in the arena is the winner.<br/>  My opinion on this book is that it is great. I think it is one of the best books. I like it because it has a lot of action and I am a big fan of action. Also the author makes you feel like you're actually there inside the story. I was just so attached to the book and could not put it down. So if you like action, go out and get yourself the hunger games!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15Z49ENFUQWFR?ASIN=0439023521	Hungering For More, More, More--A Young Adult Title Of Great Daring And Sophistication	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">At this stage, there is little that I can add to the discussion of the immensely popular ""The Hunger Games"" by Suzanne Collins.  Conceptualized and released under the ""young adult"" banner, Collins' novel has found widespread acceptance and acclaim across all age groups.  My two cents is that I just want to get on the bandwagon!  I am NOT the typical reader of young adult titles, but having heard these books discussed so frequently of late--I thought that I'd satisfy my curiosity.  What I discovered is that ""The Hunger Games"" is an absolutely riveting tale of survival set in a cynical dystopian future.  Bleak, violent, and relentlessly paced--""The Hunger Games"" is a pulse pounding entertainment that will have you plunging through the pages.<br/><br/>Filled with compelling characters, the novel introduces a society separated into different districts.  Each year, an elaborate tournament is conducted in which youthful representatives from each area must battle to the death for a televised audience.  Both disturbing, and surprisingly believable, Collins never shies away from the brutality of her plot conceit and delivers suspenseful and sophisticated satire, social commentary and all out warfare.  At the heart of ""The Hunger Games"" is a compelling heroine--Katniss Everdeen.  Katniss becomes an unlikely rebel and audience favorite through her wits, physicality, and just plain stubbornness.  But can she make it to the end?  Can she be the heartless killer necessary to survive?<br/><br/>I loved ""The Hunger Games"" and have picked up the other books in the series as well.  A terrific surprise, this is a book the adults don't have to be embarrassed about reading!  Collins scores big points for creating a world that is scary and not downplaying the viciousness necessary to pull out this type of competition.  But she also does so while keeping integrity and hope alive.  A great balancing act--a wild and fun ride!  KGHarris, 10/10.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24M55RPP3J5ME?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games BY JULIOCOOLIO2552	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger Games<br/>BY: Juliocoolio2552<br/><br/>From adult to teenagers to kids and older people any person would be found reading the hunger games by Suzanne Collins. Where ever I go I find people reading the hunger games or the other two books in this amazing trilogy. If you are the reader who will enjoy a sci-fi/adventure and a romance, much more all in 300 pages of true suspense then Hunger games is for you.<br/>In this amazing story that takes place in the future America that is split up in thirteen districts and is completely corrupted was a girl named Katniss Everdeen who lived with her mother and younger sister. Since her dad, that meant the world to her, died she has to step up and be the man and the one who does everything to keep her family alive. Katniss hunted every day with her love gale. But when the day that the capitol decides two kids that are twelve to eight teen from each of the 12 districts ( I told you there was a thirteen but the capitol bombed it, in the other books there is a lot more about it) the boy that was decided was katniss's age though she really did not know him that much but she had one special memory about him and how he gave bread to Katniss when she was looking in his garbage, his families bakery, and though he did this he got really hurt by his mom. What do 24 kids do at the hunger games you still is wondering, they fight and kill one and other. And why. The last person standing gets food, water, oil, shelter and more for his/her district. Guess who was chosen for the girl was chosen....not Katniss.... Prim Katniss's sister. Katniss knew she would die easily so she takes her little sisters place in the hunger games. Watch Katniss as she survive the hunger games and works together with others as she falls in love. Something you can learn from the book is how to fight for what you really think is right. It is mainly about the whole series.<br/>I feel that the fun part of the book of the book is one the idea of the story, how kids compete and they need to survive to get food for their district, is really a smart idea. Then the characters are fascinating. Katniss is a girl who is the man of the house and is so outgoing and is dedicated to save her family, and then you have gale who loves Katniss and Peeta who loves Katniss and then Katniss needs to decide who to love throughout the whole series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BHOQQPP87JL9?ASIN=0439023521	Great story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins is a book I never thought I would be interested in reading. Yet I found myself caught up in the story and towards the end I couldn't put the book down.  This book is set in the future, after the destruction of what we now know as America, due to natural disasters and non natural disasters.  Out of the remains of the old world a  new world called Panem arises which consists of The Capitol and 12 (used to be 13 districts).  The districts are kept in line by the mighty hand of the Capitol by Peacekeepers and electified fences and the annual Hunger Games.  As a reminder and punishment for an uprising/rebellion almost 3/4 of a century earlier each district is to send one boy and one girl ""tribute"" to the Capitol each year where they will fight to the death, with only one Victor.  The book begins on the day of the ""Reaping""-the day where the tributes are chosen at random-and we are introduced to the main character, in whose voice we read the entire book, Katniss Everdeen.  We follow her as she volunteers as tribute and journeys to the Capitol with her fellow District 12 tribute Peeta.  I really did find myself connecting with the characters.  The author brought them to life for me.  Even though I had a hard time at first reading it in the voice it was written in, I got used to it.  I really thought it was going to be filled with lots of bloody battle scenes, but even though there were a few scenes that were a bit graphic and gory, the remainder of the time in the actual arena consisted of quite a few lessons on survival skills as Katniss kept to herself in order to stay alive, utilizing the skills she learned while hunting illegally in the woods behind District 12.  There were a lot of twists in this book enough to keep the reader on his/her toes and it made this book very hard to predict, keeping the suspense level just right to keep the reader reading just a little bit more, a little bit more.  The author kept the plot flowing perfectly.  Not to mention the surprise ending.<br/>And while there are those few scenes that might bother the faint of heart, I was really pleased to find no foul language in this young adult novel.<br/>The author has quite the imagination and was able to bring this future fictional world to life in all its horrors.<br/>Oh, and there is a bit of a love story being told here which is extremely important to the plot.<br/><br/>This book is definitely a 5 star book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3K4D7JDJRRA8K?ASIN=0439023521	A Gem in the Rough	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I first heard of the Hunger Games on website that I am member of. It's one of those websites that let people swap books with each other. I didn't give the book too much thought except for the fact that a lot of people wanted it. As coincidence would have it I was at my local library looking through the take a book leave a book section and Hunger Games jumped off the shelves at me. At first, I was thinking that I would just trade it right away for something that I wanted to read. However, that night I got bored and started reading.<br/><br/>The book is told from the perspective of Katniss, a scrappy and spunky sixteen-year old girl, from the poorest of the Districts. The story is set into motion when Katniss takes her younger sister's place in the Hunger Games.<br/><br/>The story behind the Hunger Games is that every year two names (a boy and a girl) are drawn at random from each of the 12 districts in a mythical country called Panem-The back of the book says that Panem was once North America, but the reader never gets that feeling because the author has neglected to add in any details. It could be a version of America in the future or it could be a different place on a different planet- to participate in the Hunger Games. The Hunger Games is a punishment by the government imposed on the districts because of a rebellion that had happened many years before.<br/><br/>The point of the Hunger Games is to be the last one standing. Some people may find it disturbing that only kids 12-18 are in the games which means that the games involve children killing children. It's almost the same theme as in Battle Royale. However, Battle Royale was a little more violent and more political. Not to fear though even as violent as the backdrop is there is very little violence and when there is Suzanne Collins, the author, has seen fit not to describe it.<br/><br/>It's a quick read; two sittings and I was done. That's not a bad thing at all. It's just that the Hunger Games is not what I would call a ""deep"" novel. Yes, the characters are pretty well developed and so is the story. However, most of the ""young adult"" novels that have come out in the past decade (Harry Potter, Twilight) are short on description and use short bare bone sentences. For example, if Panem was once North America it would have been nice to have seen something that was associated with America; a busted up part of an interstate or buildings that had fallen into ruin or even myths mentioned in passing would have been nice. But because the writing is geared towards young adults you don't get a lot of details. Your average adult reader (even a lot of younger readers) can fly through the book.  You won't get any intellectual stimulation reading Hunger Games, but if that's what you want I recommend you read Camus.<br/><br/>The only real complaint that I have with the Hunger Games is that Collins switches tenses in the middle of pages. It throws the narrative off jumping from past and present tenses mid sentence, but you can get over that pretty quickly. It doesn't happen too often (though some people would say once was too many) and considering the genre it is not enough to slam the entire book.<br/><br/> It's not every day that you pick up a book, almost on whim, and find that you have found a little treasure. I was entertained and finding myself rooting for Katniss, even though you know she is going to make it to the end of the book. At times it was hokey, like when it was announced that there could be two winners and not one because Collins was trying to develop the love interests in the book, and silly. All and all Hunger Games is a good book.<br/><br/> I am not in a rush to go out and find the other books in the series, but if I came across them I would have no problem continuing the adventures started in the Hunger Games.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/REW37J8DMLSSJ?ASIN=0439023521	Brilliant Concept	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Firstly, if it were possible, this book would be a four and a half star review. It lost half a star due to the ending feeling rushed and I dislike that in a great book that you're immersed in, otherwise, it's deserving of a five star review and here's why.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is the most unique concept thought up that I have ever read. Who would think that culling your children for sport would ever happen, yet when you think about it, look at the world - child soldiers anyone? However this is more big brother meets survival on your television screen. This concept could be gory, yet with death scenes the author shows compassion and grace, after all, it's not like anyone volunteers to be a tribute representing their district in the games, unless you're saving a member of your family.<br/><br/>Heartwarming probably isn't a word you'd use given the topic, however Katniss, our leading lady, shows such humility to her fellow tributes that she becomes a district wide hero, and that then makes her a governmental enemy. How dare she have everyone liking her. It's supposed to be entertainment, not a show of mercy and compassion. Yet it's these small gestures that make the book real. How can she kill someone that is just like her sister and not be affected? Assuming she does... And of course such actions bring repercussions. Breaking the rules brings consequence.<br/><br/>You cannot read this book without being part of it. Without wondering how their parents are thinking as they watch their children die. Without wondering what horrible theme is going to be set upon the tributes in the games. It's certainly not an honour to win, after all, that means you've survived where as 23 others haven't. Their mentor - a former tribute winner - is now a raging alcoholic. This is what the games do to you it seems.<br/><br/>There are political plans, romance, family, and a huge dose of do whatever you must to get you through, and there are gory moments yet they don't read as some horror gore, they read as survival, with respect. Props to the author for such genuine writing and for creating characters who are so real, with brains, hearts, individual talents, and filling the book with humanity - giving the world, our world, a taste of what we could become, and probably are, like.<br/><br/>The hunger games was well written, compelling, intelligent, unique, and I couldn't put it down. As I said, my only irk with it was that the ending was suddenly rushed and to me, didn't fit the pace with the rest of the novel. But don't let that stop you. This is one worth reading.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDSU3QA1M2TI?ASIN=0439023521	Absolutely Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Set in a futuristic society, this book centers around a 16 year old girl named Katniss who lives in one of 12 districts surrounding a control obsessed capital named Pandem. Each district has a specialty in production, but most cannot reap any of the ""fruits"" of their labor as everything is claimed by the capital. Katniss keeps her family alive with the help of her friend Gale by hunting outside the district's fence, an offense that warrants an immediate death sentence if they are ever caught. The book starts on the day of reaping, the day where the capital chooses two of each district's children to fight to the death in an arena. By some cruel twist of fate, Katniss's little sister is chosen. Katniss immediately takes her sister's place and has no expectations of survival, as the games show no mercy.<br/><br/>Katniss has many flaws, but it is her underlying strength that captivated me. I admire her courage and determination to survive, which started long before she was thrust into the games. Her depth is amazing as she can be quite selfish at times, but the epitome of selflessness at others. I hated to see her make decisions always in a calculated manor rather than allow herself any emotion. However, this just shows one of the many consequences of survival in such a society. The will to survive at all costs can be such a nasty thing that twists and changes people. The phrase ""kill or be killed"" just doesn't seem to be quite accurate. Even if someone kills for their own survival some part of you dies anyway. It will irrevocably change them.<br/><br/>I wasn't going to review this series because the book blogger community is seriously overloaded with reviews on the series. However, after reading the books, I've decided that they really do warrant an opinion. I've always enjoyed dystopian books, with some of my favorites being George Orwell's 1984, Aldous Huxley's Brave New World, and surprisingly considering the story centers around the burning of books, Ray Bradbury's Fahrenheit 451. Now, I'm not sure if I can really say if The Hunger Games is truly up to the caliber of these books as I have not read them in years, but it did remind me of them. That being said,  The Hunger Games is dystopia at its best, or worst depending on how you look at it. I'm not sure why these type of books suck so many people in, myself included, but dystopian books always seem to cause a stir. Perhaps it is that small part of ourselves that would wish for a utopia and these books show the more likely outcome of someone trying to create such a society.<br/><br/>This book was shocking, graphic and shows the cruel side of human nature.  It will suck you in almost from the first word, and is probably one of the most thought provoking books I have read in a very long time. You will find yourself rooting for the characters even though they are in a hopeless situation. It is definitely a must read!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UN7JCN3NDN02?ASIN=0439023521	Not a Fan of the Genre, but I Really Enjoyed This Book....	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was recommended to me. After reading several reviews decrying the authors lack of originality, I decided to give it a whirl because I'd never read or even heard of the other books with which Collins was supposed to have plagiarized herself.<br/><br/>Anyone who has the sack and drive to write a book and put it out there for the world to critcize has my respect because most of us wouldn't even make the attempt.So I will not review this book based on her  alleged lack of creativity or compare it to any other work becaue quite frankly, I can't speak intelligently about similar works because like I said, I'm not generally a fan of the genre or author.<br/><br/>With that said: It was a very pleasant read. Many of the character were very underdeveleloped so I didn't feel any great loss when they died. I didn't experience the same grief I did when Fred Weasley or Remus Lupin were suddenly and irrevocably ripped from my life (OK! Just one comparision to another book about resourceful kids. I won't do it again!). The Peeta character is of course, adorable, but I got a little sick of him being such a burden even though his unconditional love of Katniss makes me love him more than I can explain.<br/><br/>I eventually reached a point where the ""super heroishness"" of the female lead became unbelievable to me. I'm a big fan of the strong-willed, ass-kicking, self-sufficient, bow-and-arrow-wielding woman, but does a strong woman always have to mean a weakened and ultimately hobbled man? Even Haymitch, who is supposed to be the mentor and secret weapon is a hopeless drunk. The only man worth a damn is Gale, who's (even though I know he returns in full force in later books) character is dampered right at the beginning. As for Cinna &lt;tear-sniff!&gt;, you can't say a word against Cinna. He is BRILLIANT (keep reading) but with the personal stylist profession and golden eye make-up, I can't help wondering if the author purposely feminized one of the only really likeable, solid male characters to maintain the feminist vibe. Even her father, who seemed to be otherworldly in is heroism is dead before the book starts and only serves as an unseen ""Spiritual Sensei"" who taught her everything she knows and inspires her from beyond the grave.<br/><br/>All the other men are stupid, burdensome, worthless or savage. All the women are strong, resourceful, sweet, gentle and intelligent. Her mother falls apart a bit but she is still a well respected healer. Prim seems delicate but she show signs of being very resourceful and a gifted healer as well (keep reading). Even Effie is narcissistic and self centered, but she's smart, efficient and well put together.<br/><br/>This was just my view of the book and by no means dampened my enjoyment of it. I really liked it. I will complete the series and when my children are older, I wouldn't discourage them from reading it. It shows how children are strong and can do great things when they have to.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CNHSIYEMWV6X?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games Review - Hungry for More!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">NOTE: THERE ARE SPOILERS IN THIS REVIEW.<br/><br/>Normally when I get accosted in book stores by women older than me raving about a young adult book they've recently read (and I mean raving, she couldn't stop), I usually nod and carefully inch my way backwards scanning for nearby exits. That was the case with The Hunger Games. Needless to say, I didn't immediately buy the book at Barnes and Noble, and got the heck out of dodge. A few days later, scrounging around for something different to read, I came upon The Hunger Games, so I purchased it. Boy, am I glad I did. I finished that book in 3 hours flat. It was different for sure. It was exciting. It was heart-pounding. It was sweet. And it was good.<br/><br/>Suzanne Collins is a solid writer. The language flowed well, especially after the first tenth of the book which didn't really grab me initially, and at times I really got pulled in by the descriptions of the territory so much so that I had to go back and re-read little things I missed on the previous page. I'm also a chronic speed-reader, so I'm sure that didn't help when I got engrossed.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is set in a post-apocalyptic future where there are no longer U.S. states but twelve districts surrounding a Capitol in a country called Panem. The Capitol is full of excess and gluttony and wealth, while each of the twelve districts has to fight for basic necessities like grain and water and oil. District 12 is the last district, and is the poorest. Each year, as a punishment for a prior rebellion of the districts against the Capitol, two young people (one boy and one girl aged 12-18) are chosen from each district to fight to the death while it is all broadcast on live TV. If you're like me and are thinking of The Condemned, a 2007 film, where a bunch of death-row convicts are placed on an island and have to fight to the death streaming live over the internet, with the winner getting a free pass out of jail, I will tell you that it was quite similar in concept. Even down to the sponsors of the event sending floating parachutes with weapons or food to the combatants to give them an edge.<br/><br/>The big difference of course is that these are teenagers fighting to survive. But conceptually, it is pretty much identical. The main protagonist is a girl called Katniss who is headstrong, clever, protective of her family, hostile yet compassionate, and multi-dimensional. She is fierce, and she had me at hello. When her little sister's name is drawn in the selection for District 12, Katniss volunteers to take her place. She along with another boy who has loved her since they were children, Peeta, head to the games at the Capitol. As part of their strategy, they are coached to go into the games as a pair (and not traditionally as solitary fighters because there can only be one winner). Not unexpectedly, this connection is what saves them both in the end.<br/><br/>The first thing I noticed once they got to the Capitol was the huge dichotomy between life in the Capitol and life in District 12. One favors a life of indulgence and excess, the other one of hardship and suffering. I thought Suzanne Collins did a great job of communicating this and it was one of the many things that gave added depth to the book. This was a world that I could really sink my mind into.<br/><br/>Once the actual games commence, following an Olympic-style introduction ceremony, it's all about survival and not getting killed. I found myself becoming so tied into Katniss and what she was feeling each second of the day during the ordeal that I could not put this book down. When she was hurt, I felt hurt. When she was sad, I felt sad. Kudos to the author for being able to weave this kind of reader response with such finesse. In the end, after finding and losing allies, almost dying, avoiding some pretty tight situations, and yep, falling for her District 12 partner, Katniss and Peeta make it to the end, and in an unprecedented turn, are declared twin winners. The plot is pretty intricate so I know that I am leaving out a lot of other little plot things here, but that wouldn't be fun, would it? Giving away all the good stuff that makes this novel a keeper? You need to go read it yourself and get lost in this world. It is worth it.<br/><br/>One thing that I loved about this book was that it had a beginning (started a little slow, I have to admit), a middle, and an end. I really cannot stand books that end on cliffhangers expecting you to go buy a sequel to find out what happens. That's not fair to readers at all. That's like watching a movie that ends telling you to ""tune in for the sequel."" Um, no thanks.<br/><br/>I would rate The Hunger Games 5 out of 5 stars. Great read with lots of cool twists, and solid characters that you can really connect with and feel something for. No one-dimensional Sallies here. The action is literally non-stop, and you will react emotionally to this story even though it's sci-fi fiction. It's gritty and raw and dramatic. I enjoyed it immensely, so yes, an indirect shout out does need to go out to the raving lunatic fan in Barnes and Noble. Thank you, crazy lady, you made my day by bringing my attention to this book.<br/><br/>Check out my profile info for my website and more reviews.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RRSGAQSLYHSA?ASIN=0439023521	Are you hungry, or simply RAVENOUS?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm a 47 year old woman, and this type of book would have been unforgettable to me - when I was a kid.  I remember how ""The Lion the Witch and the Wardrobe"", ""Lord of the Flies"", ""Call of the Wild"", and ""Boy Caruso's"", (if anyone knows where I can find a copy of the latter, please let me know) affected me back then.  I believe this one would have also left a lasting impression on my memory.  I'm drawn towards adventure romance books, and this one certainly has all the makings of those two elements.  Unfortunately as an adult, I found quite a few things keeping this book just short of a 5 for me.  And of course they are only derived from my own experience in life, and completely of my own opinion.  But I'd be curious to know if any of you had thoughts similar to mine.<br/><br/>SPOILER ALERT:  I really enjoyed the set up.  It was wonderfully executed, and made me simply itch to get into the games.  I couldn't wait to see how Katniss would use her skills to survive.  And I was just as excited to see how the romance would play out between her and Peeta.  Especially with Gale at home, waiting in the wings, watching their relationship develop.  All the time loving her, wanting her to make it home, but jealous as all heck - at the thought of her heart bonding with Peeta's instead of his own.  Was she simply pretending, as a strategy to win the game?  Or was she truly falling for Peeta in their desperate fight for survival?  I would have liked to hear more from Gale's perspective.  Oooooh - the entrails of a love triangle!<br/><br/>O.k., so we get to the games... and her first real plight of survival - is that she doesn't have any water?  Surely I'm not the only one who thought.... Why don't you use your piece of plastic, and the concept of condensation, to collect water?  Warm days, and cold nights.  Has no one but me noticed the amount of condensation that collects on grass overnight, in that kind of weather?  Hmmm..... She could have gotten enough to at least wet her whistle..... just a thought I had.  On top of which, she had both run and walked for almost three days, I can't imagine her not coming across water by then.  The river she ended up utilizing, was much closer than a three day hike to the cornucopia.<br/><br/>I loved the pairing with Rue, and Rue being compared to Prim.  But during the whole course of the games, Katniss never once had to really make a tough decision when it came to killing for her survival.  When you think about it, everything worked out perfectly in her favor so she never had to deal with that kind of a choice.  It's not so tough to kill the bad guys, but the good guys?  That's a whole part of the story that was conveniently left out. That's what makes fabulous debate..... the tough choices, the pro's, cons, rights, wrongs, moral dilemma's versus desire to survive - all mixed in.  I would have liked to see the author tackle that during the course of the story.<br/><br/>Katniss is beyond her years in maturity, being that she had to step in as adult and provider - just to keep her family alive over the years.  But when it came to the workings of her mind, on the subject of marriage and relationships, it just didn't make sense.  Surely I'm not the only one who would agree, that bringing children into that world would almost seem cruel.  But I'm sure Katniss could have been written with enough intelligence, to realize that partnering with someone would be much more advantageous; than being alone for the whole of your existence, in their dire circumstances.  Children are a choice, well... unless they withheld birth control from this particular district.  And religious factors were never mentioned.  It would have been good for Prim to have a strong, loving, ""boy/man"" figure in her life too, after her father's death at so young an age.  Not to mention, the only thing of meaning/value they had to cling to in this futuristic setting, were the people they loved.  So why stay alone purposefully?<br/><br/>I believe this story could have been made into an even more wonderful tool for discussion. Still, I can see why teachers are requesting their students to read it.  In a society where reality t.v. is such popular entertainment, and so many of our systems are becoming Government run, one could have a field day as to where that may be headed next....  I don't find this story to be beyond the realm of possibility.  Although, the mutants they created for the games at the very end - I felt unrealistic.  I mean really?  Did they have magic in the Capitol?  Dead - to mutant creature overnight?  Not to mention, Katniss had already led us to believe that the dead were immediately shipped back home in a simple wooden box.  Hmmmmmmm......  I loved Collins' other creatures... like the mockingjays and the tracker jackets...awesome, and believable creations.<br/><br/>We all have our self predicated desires and wishes, for how a story could be made better, but over all I enjoyed this one.  As a parent myself, I would recommend it for family reading and discussion around the dinner table.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CZJ54MAUOK44?ASIN=0439023521	hungry for good literature?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">At some point in the future the United States of America will cease to exist. In its place will be a unified North American government. That will eventually be ripped apart by rebellion which will destroy vast swaths of land and leave the people living in 13 districts.<br/><br/>As a reminder to the people that rebellion will never succeed, and a reminder that the Capitol has total power over its citizens, the Capitol has a game every year. The rules are simple--fight to the death.<br/><br/> Such is the story of Suzanne Collins' The Hunger Games. Each year two tributes are picked from each district; two children between the ages of 12-18 are randomly picked to play a gladiator style game where the last person alive is the winner. The Hunger Games is narrated by Katniss Everdeen, a 15 year old girl from district 12. Though she is a skilled hunter in the forest, she knows she will not have good odds of surviving, especially when the boy from her district, Peeta, is so much larger than she. She also knows that other districts have tributes who have trained for years to be killers.<br/><br/>Katniss is determined to survive, though. As she tells her story, she reveals that she is distant, emotionally cold, and very calculating. She carefully considers each and every action by how it will affect her survival. Still, she is very likeable and you will root for her survival, even though it means watching her kill other teenagers. The reader, like the characters, has to walk an intense, fine line between rooting for a winner, (while watching other children be murdered) feeling the excitement of battle, (while understanding that it is simply a tool used by the government to maintain power) and maintaining a human connection (even though it is clear that the game must be played).<br/><br/>Katniss is such an honest and engaging narrator that you can't help but be drawn into her world. She tells you the events in the present tense (a remarkable stylistic device) which creates the sense of urgency and speed that will rush you along.<br/>This book is amazing.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8G20CNQCKH6A?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games Leaves You Hungry for More	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I think that I'm the last blogger to have read and reviewed this book but I finally got around to it.  This is technically classified as young adult science fiction but there were some themes that were pretty mature in it and which adults could relate to, perhaps for different reasons.<br/><br/>The setting is the country of Panem. Panem is a fictional country that rises out of what once was the United States, Canada and Mexico.  It seems to be almost a post apocalyptic society in the same way that The Handmaid's Tale was.  The country consists of a wealthy Capitol district in the Rocky Mountains and twelve poorer districts who are known for certain types of industry.  The main character comes from the 12th district - Appalachia - known for its coal mining. There is a 13th district that was torn apart and literally wiped off the map by the Capitol due to a rebellion - it no longer has residents or industry and exists in name only, literally. The story takes place sometime in the future, although we are never told when in the future it takes place. As punishment for the 13th District's Rebellion against the Capitol District, one boy and one girl, aged 12 to 18, from each district is selected to compete in the Government sponsored Hunger Games, which are broadcast live on TV (think Survivor but where the competitors actually die). Each competitor, or tribute, must fight in an undisclosed outdoor arena to the death, until one remains.<br/><br/>Katniss, a fatherless girl from District 12, is the protagonist for this novel. After volunteering to be the girl tribute from her district in order to spare her sister (who is selected), we follow her as she travels through the Capitol and participates in the games.<br/><br/>The major themes in this novel are big government and Big Brother as well as personal independence and freedom, as the government is involved in just about every aspect of their citizens' lives. I wasn't able to put this book down for a second once I started it, to the anger and frustration of my household. Yes, it probably would have gone by quickly simply because it's a young adult book, but it seemed to fly by even faster because it was such a good book. It was entertaining and disturbing and fascinating all at the same time. Very believable and a great read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1AYE9S57VGUMF?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My Thoughts:  Wow, what a book. I'm one of the people who jumped on the Hunger Games train very late. I read this book on September 1st, 2010 which is a long time after it was released. It had the dystopian  feel to it so I was unsure about reading it since I'm usually not too into those types. I was so afraid I would be let down after all the hype building up about these books. I was so surprised how much I loved The Hunger Games! We meet Katniss  who is truly an inspiration for girls everywhere. She's so strong, determined, sincere, and has a big heart even though she has to be tough. She is best friends with Gale, who goes hunting with her. We don't get much info on Gale, just that he has a big family and he is the sole provider for his family. We meet Katniss's mother and sister Prim. Prim is just 12 years old. Katniss comes from a very poor family and she hunts illegally to feed her family and trades just to keep them going day to day.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games take place every year. One boy and one girl between the ages of twelve and eighteen are called upon to participate in the annual Hunger Games, a fight to the death on live TV. Of course that year, Katniss is worried that her or Gale's name will be called because they have their names so many times in the draw. But, unfortunately her sister is called and Katniss stands up and volunteers to take her place. She can't imagine her sister making it, or having to try to survive. She can't see her sister go through that. Another boy is called, Peeta. What can I say about Peeta? He's pretty awesome to me. Katniss is vaguely familiar with Peeta, they sure don't hang out with each other and she's just glad it wasn't Gale.<br/><br/>Anyways, they go to get ready for The Hunger Games, and the small interactions between Peeta and Katniss were nice especially when it would dawn on her, she needs to stay away from him since he's basically the enemy. The talent section where she shows them how she can shoot a bow and arrow cracked me up! I actually reread that passage a few times! They go onto The Hunger Games. It starts out simple enough with supplies out in the open and players going after what they want. And, some of the participates band together which is just pointless since only one can walk away the champion. The things they have to endure are painful to watch, painful to feel.<br/><br/>I don't want to give away the whole book. Lets just put it this way, The Hunger Games is wonderful. The trials Katniss has to go through and she never gives up no matter what. She knows back home there are people waiting for her and she must defeat this! She must win.<br/><br/>Peeta was likable at the beginning and by the end I really really really loved him. There has been so much talk about Team Gale and Team Peeta and I guess I do like Gale but I just don't feel much of a connection to him at this point (maybe because he wasn't in book 1 much) and Peeta just made me fall for him. The things he said, his personality, it was all there. Katniss is still brave and I am glad we saw things through her point of view. I really liked a lot of the characters. I really liked Rue. I didn't like Foxface very much. She just annoyed me I guess. The characters are likable, the plot is wonderful, the suspense was awesome, and I found myself happy, sad, crying, mad, hurt, and wanting to throw up throughout the book! Not many books make me feel all those emotions! In other words, hands down it was one of the best books I've ever read!<br/><br/>Overall: I loved loved loved loved this book! Way to go Collins for making me fall in love with this novel because not many books like this do! I started reading this and finished it within a day, I kept telling myself every time I needed to set it down, just a few more chapters than I'll stop! Well, I didn't stop too often! It was so addicting!<br/><br/>Cover: Like it, its simple but neat.<br/><br/>What I'd Give It: 5/5 Cupcakes<br/><br/>Taken from Princess Bookie<br/>(Hardcover Edition)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDYUG27WN2DP1?ASIN=0439023521	Really makes you think	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games might not be the best book I've ever read, but it sure is one of my favorites (and for good reason!). The story, technically speaking, has been done before. If you can look past that (I'm sure most of you don't care much about it), you'll find something that's well worth your while.<br/>Read into the story first to see if this is your type of book. Chances are, if you like action or drama in any form, you will greatly enjoy this book. Life in The Hunger Games is essentially a punishment for the rebellion that took place in the past. Now, children between 12 and 18 (I believe) are the victims for the actions of their ancestors. The story is cruel, and some particular scenes are especially violent. Nothing gets worse than PG-13 for those concerned, but don't go into thinking it will be light-hearted at all. This book, if you allow it, can be very, very dark and teases the mind in some disturbing ways. I won't go into too much detail about the events in the Arena here because that's something you need to experience for yourself.<br/>Okay, there are some minor things I didn't like. Collins over-did it with the inclusion of all the romance in the middle of the book. It was too unexpected, and the idea got stale after a while. Also, the fact that nobody in the book bothered to start up a revolution was just mind-blowing. Was everybody that scared? I know the second and third books supposedly include this idea, but did it really take 75 years of watching children kill each other before they decided to stand up? The end of the events in the Arena ends very well, and I'll let you know that there ARE some elements of revolution that happen by the end of the book... but still...<br/>Anyways, this would make for a very interesting book group choice. ESPECIALLY for teens who like reading. You can bring several religious morals and values into it, and then it gets interesting. After you read the book, ask yourself this: What would you do if YOU were in the Hunger Games?<br/>You will lie awake and think about it for weeks.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33TQS4GU4XH1E?ASIN=0439023521	One of the best YA Novels I've ever read, and that's saying something!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I purchased ""The Hunger Games"" because it was the book of the month for an online book club I'm part of. I'd seen it for quite a while every time I went into the bookstore. The minimalist cover with the bright gold bird on the front had a tendency to stand out against stuck-up princesses and styalized characters painted with a fantasy-tinged brush that covered the rest of the shelves. For a long time, though, I walked right by. After all, I'm too adult to read ""children's"" literature, right?<br/>Wrong!<br/>After taking a young adult literature class in college, I decided to give the genre another chance. After all, other than the classics like ""Catcher in the Rye"" and ""To Kill a Mockingbird"", most modern YA literature seemed to have been written about spoiled rich kids or boarding schools.<br/>The Hunger Games takes YA stereotypes and shoots an arrow through it's forehead. Katniss Everdeen is a 16-year-old girl who lives in the United States after war and natural disaster have ravaged the country. The survivors have been divided up into districts, there are 12 of them, 11 responsible for resource production and all controlled by the Capital and a tyranical government body. Every year, in order to remind the colonists of the rebellion against the Capital, one male and one female child are chosen from each district to fight in The Hunger Games where the girls and boys must fight to the death until only one of them is left. The lone victor.<br/>Katniss Everdeen is not chosen, but she volunteers to save her little sister, and in doing so, she lights the world on fire.<br/>I don't want to give too much away because the best part of this book is the adventure and wonder that unfold on every page. Katniss is one of the strongest female protagonists I've ever seen, partially because she is so flawed and vulnerable, but she rises aboves them, triumphs over them, and becomes an unintentional figurehead of a rebellion that's been brewing for decades.<br/>I could easily go on for a thousand more words. I could talk about all the moral questions ""The Hunger Games"" asks, such as, is it OK to do the wrong thing for the right reasons, or if you're fighting for freedom for the entity that's opressing you, are you ever really free? I could talk about the interwoven tapestry of action, romance, political intrigue, and psychological thriller that makes this into a multi-dimensional page turner. I could talk about the fantastic characters, amazing visual discriptions, and how the words jump off the page and into your heart until you actually care what happens to the characters and you turn every page with trembling fingers because you're afraid to find out what comes next. I could talk about all these things, but I think I'd just rather let you read it instead.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWQF0SR6FR04F?ASIN=0439023521	Not for the faint of heart, but read it anyway!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">At first I was reluctant to read ""The Hunger Games"", a novel about a futuristic world where life as we know it does not exist and a sadistic, controlling Capitol governs the 12 districts of Panem, the country that makes up what was once known as North America. But since I like to be in the know and the final book in the trilogy is getting a ton of buzz, my curiosity got the better of me. Once I started, I didn't stop reading until I finished it.<br/><br/>Katniss Everdeen lives in District 12, where her fellow citizens mine coal as their contribution to the Capitol. Katniss, only sixteen years old, lives with her younger sister, Prim, and her mother, a woman who has not recovered from the mine explosion that killed her husband a few years ago. By hunting in the woods with her friend, Gale, and trading to the local merchants, she keeps her family alive and well-fed. The book opens with Katniss attending the reaping, an annual event where two children (one boy, one girl) between the ages of 12 and 18 are chosen to represent their district in ""The Hunger Games"". The event pits 24 tributes against each other in an elaborately constructed arena and the games only end when one child is left standing. The games are consequence for previous rebellions and a harsh reminder to the districts that the Capitol is in charge. If they act out, they will become as nonexistent as District 13.<br/><br/>At the reaping, Katniss volunteers herself in place of her younger sister who is chosen to participate. Katniss travels to the Capitol with her fellow nominee, Peeta Mellark, a boy with an unusual connection to her past. Coming from a poverty stricken district, Katniss encounters a strange way of life at the Capitol and although she has grown up watching The Hunger Games on television, participating opens her world to the savage practices of those who rule over Panem.<br/><br/>The action and events in ""The Hunger Games"" are disgusting, tense, and sad beyond belief, but that's a testament to the author's talent as a writer. Even though the future world of Panem is devoid of many things we live with today, it still contains the loving bonds people create with one another, even under the most dire circumstances imaginable. Suzanne Collins deserves every ounce of praise she has received for the book and I thank her for creating a strong, sensible, brave, and fascinating character in Katniss Everdeen.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DSUW3MR2Z4XL?ASIN=0439023521	As good as they say	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Synopsis: The Hunger Games is a game. A televised reality show for everyone to watch and see. A game where the government picks randomized names of two children from each of the twelve districts in the city of Panem.<br/>The rules of the game are simple: kill everyone else or be killed. Only one survives.<br/><br/>Review: Sometimes, the plot is only the beginning of a book. More often, it's the characters that hold up a story. With this young adult book, that's definitely the case.<br/>Although done before, and the plot is not as original or unique, it's the main characters that truly kept me interested. They were very solid characters, likable, and believable. Because of that, it not only made me empathize and relate to them more, it also kept me hooked and interested.<br/><br/>Another big plus for me was the writing and the pace. It never lagged, was simple, and straight-forward; nothing overly complicated or exaggerated. I liked that, because it showed that an author doesn't have to use big, fancy words all the time to create a point. Sometimes, even the simplest of words would suffice, if delivered the right way. I feel like this is one of those books that is the epitome of that idea.<br/><br/>Also, I was really into the book the entire time I was reading it, and literally couldn't put it down. I know, it's a cliche to say that, but that is truly the case with this one. Even when I finished the book, I couldn't wait to check out the sequel. Unfortunately, (or fortunately, depending on how you look at it), this is a popular trilogy so the library did not have it. I was also far too impatient to reserve it, because the number of holds were crazy! So I gave in and bought a copy of it instead. And I really do think it's worth buying. So yes, I do recommend this book. It's a young adult, fantasy/sci-fi/horror-ish novel, and though I usually tend to stay away from that genre, this one made me actually want to read others in that category.<br/><br/>Again, like I said, I do recommend it. So read it, especially if you're in the mood for a really good, intriguing, interesting, well-written young adult book with a really disturbing storyline.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R229DCXLA60WVT?ASIN=0439023521	Post-Apocalyptic Lord of the Flies meets Gladiator	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">In the future the world is a hot mess.  Nature went berserk and wars broke out, leaving a haven of civilization in North America called Panem.  In the center is the Capitol, which is surrounded by 13 less-fortunate districts.  While the districts provide the Capitol with everything they need, they are also starving to death so they rebel.  The Capitol, having less man-power but more power, squashes the rebellion, completely obliterating District 13, and forcing the other 12 districts to participate in the Hunger Games.<br/><br/>Each year a boy and a girl between the ages of 12 and 18 are chosen from each district to battle it out in a gynormous state-of-the-art arena which is designed differently each year and equipped with cameras for viewing pleasure.  They fight to the death, the victor being wealthy for the rest of their life, and the winning district getting a variety of prizes and food.<br/><br/>The story centers around Katniss, a 16 year old who is the head of her family, acting as the provider since her father died in the coal mines.  She's a survivor, and illegally hunts outside the borders of District 12 with her guy-friend Gale, both of them keeping their families from starvation.<br/><br/>During the drawing for the 74th Annual Hunger Games, the name of Katniss's 12 year old sister is drawn.  Knowing her sister wouldn't stand a chance, Katniss volunteers to go in her place.  The boy chosen is Peeta, a classmate who once helped her out by giving her food when her family was starving.  Together they go to the Capitol, are given makeovers and paraded around before being set in the area to kill or be killed.  The only problem is, they kindof like each other.<br/><br/>This book is wonderfully crafted, the world is well written, the characters are so real, and the situations are woven just so that it leaves you panting for more when the book ends.<br/><br/>This may be considered YA but I'm 30 and devoured it.  I'm recommending it to everyone teenager and up.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CR35752T3SWW?ASIN=0439023521	A Wonderful Read for Teens, a Solid Read for Adults	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This post-apocalyptic novel is part of a long tradition of dystopic worlds.  Adults are going to recognize a number of the themes from other novels, but that doesn't diminish the fact that Ms. Collins did a  superb job of pulling the pieces together in a new way.  The main character is a girl who is flawed, afraid, and verging on losing her morality.  That's hardly surprising given that she's been forced into the Hunger Games, a series of gladiator-style battles used to demoralize the colonies who once had the nerve to rebel against the capital.  I really enjoyed watching Katniss struggle with her feelings, her need to kill and her reluctance to do so.  Peeta is a little less believable--putting himself into terrible situations in order to advance Katniss' chances in the games, but self-sacrifice and naivete are staples in YA romance, so that didn't distract from how much I enjoyed the story.<br/><br/>The world building really is remarkable.  Rather than dump a lot of information at once, the story slowly lets details slip until we realize that this is America after the fall of the government.  We figure out that Katniss is from a part of the country that has always been impoverished and short on hope, and that hasn't changed.  The way Katniss slowly learns that hunger and discrimination can be advantages is believable and powerful.<br/><br/>The ending is just as ambiguous and complex as the book.  Katniss herself doesn't understand her feelings, and that makes sense considering the trauma she has just been through.  For adults, I think that the characters are going to feel a little shallow just because Ms. Collins has done a credible job of creating ego-centric teens who don't always see past the end of their own nose.  For teens, I think this is going to be a real favorite.<br/><br/>Any reader who enjoyed The Giver in grade school should definitely read this in high school (and then hopefully move on to Brave New World, 1984, Fahrenheit 451, The Handmaid's Tale and all the other more subtle books that deal with similar themes).</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BREF4NQK60XD?ASIN=0439023521	Can it get any better?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As a child, it is safe to assume, we all loved games. And even today we still do. But every child in Panem fears the very word games. They fear The Hunger Games.<br/><br/>Panem is what North America was. What were the 50 states are now 13 Districts. That is, until District 13 decided to turn against the Capitol and was destroyed. As a result The Hunger Games was created to show the remaining 12 how the Capitol is no one who should be taken lightly.<br/><br/>Every year, one boy and one girl from each District from the ages of twelve to eighteen are chosen to participate in the game. They are put into an arena that varies each year and are forced to fight to the death until only one person is left standing. The winner brings eternal glory, fame and fortune to their District. That is, until next year when it begins all over again.<br/><br/>The whole process it takes to get into the games when chosen is so ridiculous. First they give you a whole make-over as if you are going to enter a beauty contest. They then parade you down in outfits that represent your district for the country to see. They next interview you and make it seem as if it normal. To them it is, but to us, all we can think is that the Capitol are sick bastards who need to die.<br/><br/>Most people might think that this is just a book and that it can't really phase someone. But if you have the imagination that I have, you can see, smell and hear everything that happens. You can see the sadness and panic that lay on these kids faces. The chaos that they go through in the beginning, seeing someone die right in front of you. Sometimes just that one moment where they freeze can be their last.<br/><br/>And it might seem a bit childish, but nightmares also came. Imagining myself and a friend in the game, both of us dying and waking up thankful that it's just, after all, a story and nothing else. But reading about a girl getting stabbed through her stomach by a spear does things to your mind. It makes you feel pity and sorrow for everyone.<br/><br/>The novel goes through many things, survival, love, action, drama, life and death. You get to experience it as if you were also in there.  Some might find this book too much to read, but it is safe to say that this novel will teach you many things. One of them being that people are smart and will try to control you.<br/><br/>Only thing you need to do, is outsmart them.<br/><br/>Welcome to the seventy-fourth hunger game, kids.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36CZRTDY0YLYL?ASIN=0439023521	Freaky but cool  story by Kristen	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger Games  by Suzanne Collins<br/> This book  is realistic fiction with an element of adventure. It has been one of the bestselling books for more than a year. Many of my classmates and teachers read it and were debating about the two attractive, male characters.<br/> To get you interested, I will introduce the main characters of this book. The very first main character is Katniss.  Katniss lives in  a country called Panem, in District 12. Her district specializes in coal mining. Her family is very poor In the with Katniss has a far cousin named Gale. He hunts with Katniss for food. Both have black hair, olive color skin and the same gray eyes. He is very popular with the girls and can work in the mines. He is tough. Peeta is the other main character. He is the partner of Katniss for the Hunger Games. He has one important skill for surviving.  And lastly is the drunken guy call Haymitch. Haymitch is Katniss and Peeta's mentor. When he is drunk, he acts cranky. These are the main characters for now but there are  lot more characters in the series. They are all interesting.<br/><br/> The setting is in Panem. It used to be the United States. Inside it  are the 12 districts. Much of the story takes place in the Capitol. Also a part of the story revolves around Katniss' home. But most of the time the setting is the arena.<br/><br/>  The plot of this story is bloody with violence because Katniss and Peeta of District 12 had been chosen to fight and survive the battle during the games. Originally, it was Katniss's sister who was chosen but Katniss who was older than her sister asked if she could go in her place instead. As the story goes on, she learned many skills in surviving the battle. During the Hunger Games, it was terrible because many people were killing each other just to survive. The remaining survivor or winner will be rewarded with lifetime- supply of food. But I wont tell you the result.<br/><br/> This book's theme is a mixture of violence and romance. But I won't tell you whose romance it was. Also it has a mixture  of  friendship and family which thankfully brightens the mood despite the killings.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MN4T6FXTDOM2?ASIN=0439023521	a letter to the author	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Dear Suzanne,<br/><br/>You don't mind if I call you Suzanne, do you?  I feel like I know you so well already, know the lovely, twisted inner workings of your mind that compelled you to create a masterful creation such as The Hunger Games.  You brought Katniss (""the girl who was on fire"") and Peeta to life and showed them to me, and you made me fall in love with them and hate them, cry for them and cheer for them.  You introduced me to the sad world that they were born into, that of District Twelve,  ""where you can starve to death in safety."" I don't like what you have done to me, Suzanne, leaving me feeling unclean and over-privileged, and then mocking me (that's right, just like the silly mockingjay) with this ridiculous trilogy that I must now read, that I must stop everything I am doing and get my hands on these books.<br/><br/>  ""The rules of the Hunger Games are simple.  In punishment for the uprising, each of the twelve districts must provide one girl and one boy, called tributes, to participate.  The twenty-four tributes will be imprisoned in a vast outdoor arena that could hold anything from a burning desert to a frozen wasteland.  Over a period of several weeks, the competitors must fight to the death.  The last tribute standing wins.""<br/><br/>What sick and twisted socio-political system could come up with such a thing?  And televise it for all to watch - that's just cruel and wrong and it makes me feel awful to admit it, but... brilliant.  I mean, I don't even like reality T.V., Suzanne, and I certainly would not want to watch your Hunger Games, let alone participate in them, but like a train wreck, I could not, and still cannot look away.  You have left me wanting more, with a need for understanding.<br/><br/>I need to know Katniss, maybe even become her, because she is strong and full of spirit in a way that I long to be.  And in her actions, I see my own need for survival and struggle to maintain a relevance in life, when everything but living and dying has become so trivial.  I need to know that my life has not been minimized into a series of well angled camera shots as I shoot an arrow through another tributes heart, or that my friendship with Peeta is merely a contrived (and possibly made for T.V.) substitute of everyone that I left behind in District Twelve.  And maybe more than anything else, I need to know that Peeta does not lose himself, because he said those fateful words:  ""I want to die as myself.  I don't want them to change me in there.  Turn me into some kind of monster that I'm not.""  Because if he lost himself, what does that make me?<br/><br/>All of this need - it hurts, Suzanne.  Why did you do this to me?  And will you leave me again, paralyzed with need after Catching Fire?  I have a feeling you will because you're cruel like that, but like an obedient follower, I will be there, waiting patiently for this dystopia and whatever other meager rations of information and emotion that you have to offer me.<br/><br/>I love you, Suzanne.  And I hate you.<br/><br/>Lisa</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DD380F68V0U9?ASIN=0439023521	Middle of the road...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Somebody suggested I read this book.  They said that if I like sci-fi I should enjoy this book.  So I started to read this book.  After the first page I was thinking, oh my, this is a rip off of <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Make-Room-Make-Room/dp/0765318857"">Make Room! Make Room!</a>.  But by the end of the first chapter I realized it was more of a dystopia, but I did not know if it was a self-made one like <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Giver/dp/0385732554"">The Giver</a> or one forced on mankind from the outside, like <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Tripods-Trilogy-The-White-Mountains-The-City-of-Gold-and-Lead-The-Pool-of-Fire/dp/0020425716"">Tripods Trilogy (The White Mountains / The City of Gold and Lead / The Pool of Fire)</a>.  By the time I was a hundred or so pages into the book, it was reminding me of <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Running-Man/dp/0451230620"">The Running Man</a> and <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Battle-Royale-The-Novel/dp/1421527723"">Battle Royale: The Novel</a>.<br/>There is really no other way to say this - if you are a writer you need to READ.  That way, when you have an idea you know how to present it in a way that has not been done before.  Or has not been done too many times before.  On top of that, this isn't really Sci-Fi, more like Sci-fantasy.  OK, let us talk about the good points of the book now that the complaints are done.<br/>This is a great starting book for a teen who wants to start reading.  If they can get through the first hundred or so pages, they are hooked.  But only if they don't read a lot of Sci-Fi or books to begin with.  Otherwise they are going to notice all the themes and ideas are as old as dirt and not well presented.  If I had been a teen and just starting to read, this may have gotten five stars.<br/>And when I mean teens, I really mean teen girls.  It has a touch of romance.  Realistic romance.  But also realistic death scenes.  A weird, interesting mixture of dark fantasy and  blood stained dystopia.  I don't know if I will be getting the other books.  I likely will do so, but I fear that, like many other book series, the stories that follow will just not be as good as the first.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2R02W1GYTZXD0?ASIN=0439023521	Fascinating!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's a good thing I knew there was a Book 2 when I picked up ""The Hunger Games"" to read. As librarian in a PK-8 Catholic school, I like to keep current with what middle schoolers, at least, are reading. After one of the girls asked for ""Catching Fire,"" Book 2 in the series, I dug out my copy of ""The Hunger Games,"" with knowledge, then, that I was getting into a series.<br/><br/>And oh, what a story! Initially, the title was misleading (to me). ""More vampire stuff,"" methought. Not at all! It's a post-apocalyptic theme, a dystopian setting, and Big Brother and associates all enveloped into a young adult novel with a clever female protagonist pitting wits against the Establishment (in each case only because she is forced into situations requiring such actions).<br/><br/>Katniss lives in Zone 12 (out of 13 in the newly formed country after war destroyed the old one.) Zone 1 is the ruling province and strictly runs a Big Brother kind of operation. At the end of each year one boy and one girl, between ages 12 and 18, are chosen via food gain/lottery to fight--literally--for gains for the coming year for their families and residual effects for the zone. There can be only one winner and 25 dead competitors.<br/><br/>So, Kat joins the competition after an initial substitution halt. Then there's back story to join the reader with the current situation concerning Peeta, the boy who will also represent Zone 12. In fact, one of the advisers plants a relationship between Peeta and Kat to add a love interest to the contest. Without going into any detail, I'll just say that this love interest works far beyond expectations and for unexpected reasons.<br/><br/>As with any young adult novel, hard decisions are made, alliances are formed and broken, and outcome is questionable. Cameras are ubiquitous. If action ceases for too long, BB stirs it up again with awful means. Tricks are rife. There, I've summarized the story without a single spoiler and you, dear reader, won't know what happens unless you read the book.<br/><br/>I will note: There's a nice twist at the end, which leads directly into Book 2. So far, this is an excellent series. How do I know? Because I can't wait to read Book 2 and learn the meaning of the title. Where can the story go from the end of Book 1? I look forward to making that journey to find out.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHFXDVZ84G7HC?ASIN=0439023521	Best Book I Have Read In Months	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins Review<br/><br/>Rating: 5 out of 5<br/><br/>Summary:<br/>In the ruins of a place once known as North America lies the nation of Panem, a shining Capitol surrounded by twelve outlying districts. The Capitol is harsh and cruel and keeps the districts in line by forcing them all to send one boy and one girl between the ages of twelve and eighteen to participate in the annual Hunger Games, a fight to the death on live TV<br/><br/>Review:<br/>The Hunger Games was brought up to me when I heard it from everyone around online and personally. I wanted to know what was so great about this 'Hunger' book, so when I arrived at Barnes &amp; Noble, I remembered what to look for.<br/>Boy, was I blown away.<br/>The cashier looked at me as I gave her the book to ring up and she grinned. I didn't say anything, neither did she until she beeped the book and said ""You're going to love this book! The third one comes out in August!""<br/>I smiled and said ""Thank you. I'm sure I will."" and went home to read. I read the first chapter with an O for a mouth and fingers assaulted by paper-cuts. I couldn't stop reading The Hunger Games. I know you won't either. 5 out of 5 Stars. This book is a must read for everyone through ages twelve and above. You'll be mighty hungry for The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins.<br/><br/>PROS: It is a page turner and will keep you intrigued throughout the whole entire book. The idea is genius, and the writing is incredible.<br/><br/>CONS: Violence of teenagers killing one another. I do not think that it will make you close the book, though, no I do not, but that is the con. Truthfully, the book is one of the best I have ever read, though.<br/><br/>WHY YOU SHOULD RENT/BUY/READ THIS BOOK : Survival and characterization joins together to form The Hunger Games. It is an intriguing novel with heart-pounding scenes. I will not lie to you and say it is four stars, no, this marvelous masterpiece deserves what I give it: FIVE STARS.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WA4B6IWHLK11?ASIN=0439023521	"""All of this is wrong."""	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I remember the moment when I realized that 'The Hunger Games' was not just a good book, but a great one. It was the moment after the main character, Katniss Everdeen, volunteers as a ""tribute"" for her district in this year's Hunger Games. She volunteers because her younger sister, Prim, was originally selected. She volunteers because Prim is just 12 years old.  She volunteers because the Hunger Games is a competition to the death.<br/><br/>""I stand there unmoving while they take part in the boldest form of dissent they can manage,"" Katniss says. ""Silence. Which says we do not agree. We do not condone. All of this is wrong.""<br/><br/>This sums up what I love about 'The Hunger Games' nicely - As a book it is challenging and complicated and so well done from start to finish. There are moments of almost lyrical beauty and moments of shocking brutality, all paced steadily to a satisfying conclusion.<br/><br/>'The Hunger Games' is set in a future where there has been some sort of cataclysm (war or environmental disaster seems likely), and what we know as North America today has been divided into twelve Districts. Each year, every district must send two tributes, one boy and one girl, between the ages of 12 and 18 to the annual Hunger Games, where they will fight to do the death in a closed arena. All but one of the 24 tributes each year will die, with the survivor winning a life of luxury.<br/><br/>The premise of the book, and the focus on adolescent relations in an extreme life-threatening setting, reminded me in all the right ways of Orson Scott Card's 'Ender's Game.' In both books, children are portrayed as being as being capable of great calculation, great humanity, and even great brutality when placed in extreme situations. The honesty and the keen observation of the book is one of its strong points.<br/><br/>'The Hunger Games' tells a compelling story with a believable and interesting cast of characters. It draws you in from the first page and keeps you reading, despite the fact that much of it is difficult to face. It's not easy reading about children killing other children, but it is the complexity and the challenging nature of the story that makes it so worth reading. There are not clear lines of good and evil, but only survival, while keeping some shred of humanity intact.<br/><br/>Expect to be drawn into this story. You may not agree with it. You may not condone it. You may feel that all of it is wrong. But you will want to read it anyway, because it's just that good.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R148VYO7D8EOKL?ASIN=0439023521	LOVE.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My Thoughts: (Please stand back for an inarticulate gush-fest.)<br/><br/>Um, wow. First of all, why did I wait so long to read this?! And second, WHY DID NO ONE FORCE ME TO READ IT SOONER?!<br/><br/>I was absolutely stunned by this novel. What's weird is that this story was exactly what I was expecting, yet not what I was expecting at all. Does that make sense? I knew it was dystopian, so I was prepared for the post-apocalyptic state of the world, or Panem to be exact. I knew there was a love triangle, but what a nice twist! And I knew there would be action. That's where I was a bit wary. I'm not huge on books that center around this one piece of action for the whole story. I am raising my white flag and surrendering. If this is the type of action I have been missing, my heart just broke.<br/><br/>Suzanne has created the world, or the districts, of Panem so that they crawl off the page with this desolate, clawing motion that just grabs a hold of your heart and doesn't let go. At least, that's what it felt like. I had this huge bout of sympathy for the citizens of District 12, namely Katniss, Prim, and Gale. However, as paragraphs passed, my sympathy turned to fierce encouragement. I was reminded how strong they were, how resourceful. Few books have caused me to have this strong of an emotion, let alone an emotion spurred by a setting.<br/><br/>Once in the Arena, my heart turned wholly to the characters. Katniss is a strong, stubborn, sometimes stupid girl, and by far one of favorite female characters in the YA world. I'm seeing an upswing in strong girls as main characters and it absolutely makes my heart sing. Peeta. Oh Peeta. I love him, I hated him, I loved him again. He balanced Katniss perfectly. The other players in the Games were perfect as well. They had just enough back story for me to know whether I should hate them or love them. There was no unnecessary information, and nothing lacking either.<br/><br/>The Verdict: On my shelf of favorites, that's for sure. No book has tugged at my heart strings, made me scream, made me cry, or made me laugh as The Hunger Games did.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CZRMR4WGTKSJ?ASIN=0439023521	You Will Hunger For More	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Set in a dismal view of the future, The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins follows the story of Katniss as she is sent into the arena to fight for her life in a game of survival. Chosen through a drawing created by the corrupt government of Panem, one boy and one girl from each district is sent to the games. The children must fight to the death and the winner is the only one left alive. Katniss must choose between life, love, and loyalty in a story that makes us question our ideas of quality entertainment. The Hunger Games is the first in a trilogy with the final book being released in summer 2010.<br/><br/>Sarah's review:<br/>The Hunger Games is a delicious morsel of a book that leaves me starving for more. Although it is considered young adult literature, the themes of the book relate to teens and adults alike. The story is told from Katniss's point of view and the reader is really able to get inside her head. She is the warrior every teenage girl hopes she will be. The love story that begins to unfold is juicy and enticing and I had to follow up immediately with the second installment in the series, Catching Fire. The Hunger Games is an adventure from start to finish. It's a quick read but will stay on the mind long after you are through. Although the concept of the book seems farfetched, it makes one think about how far reality TV will go and exactly what we consider to be entertainment. Why do millions of Americans engross themselves in shows like Survivor, or worse yet, Jersey Shore? As for me? I'll stick to books like The Hunger Games.<br/><br/>Erienne's review:<br/>Suzanne Collins does a superb job with her first book in The Hunger Games trilogy. Not only is the novel filled with excitement that leaves you not wanting to put it down, it is also jam packed with thought provoking issues such as desensitization and the value of human life. The gruesome death match is aired on television for all to see and the people of Panem are required to watch. While the people in the districts do not particularly enjoy this, those within the Capitol find it intriguing. Viewers cheer for their favorite contender and simply watch while the chosen children kill one another in hopes of being the last remaining survivor. The onlookers within the Capitol hold little regard for who lives or dies while those within the districts are watching for even a glimpse of their representative. While The Hunger Games is a book where you will find love and excitement, it is also a book that will leave you thinking about many of the issues that we encounter today.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZ4JKX62NPNRN?ASIN=0439023521	Book Nerds Review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I first heard about The Hunger Games I wanted to read it, but then everyone was reading it, and everyone was liking it, and that scared me. Usually when something is really hyped I tend to pick it apart so much that I can't enjoy it, so I usually just stay away from it. However when I won Catching Fire on twitter, I took it as a sign that I should probably read this, sooner than later. So I went out and bought it, I read it and it was by far my favourite book of 2009.<br/><br/>There is not one bad thing I could say about The Hunger Games, it's mostly (a little less if you consider the Gladiatorial Games) completely creative and unique idea that is followed up with one of my favourite leading main characters, with some of the most fantastic writing. What makes The Hunger Games so unique even when taking in the Gladiatorial Games into consideration is the world built around the Games and their ""players"". The world building in the Hunger Games is absolutely beyond amazing, other than the fact that where each district is actually located is a bit confusing to me, you can still see them all, and by the end of the book I can almost guarantee you'll even know each districts main source of income. The technology presented in The Hunger Games was in no way available back when the Gladiatorial Games were around, as well as the ever changing arena's the ""players"" are faced with. Suzanne Collins writes with the ability to keep you on the edge of your seat by giving you little by little, while still giving you so much. I was constantly wondering what was going to happen next, what was going to pop out around the corner, and whose face was going to show up in the sky each night.<br/><br/>Also, as mentioned before I think that Katniss is probably by far one of my favourite female protagonists, ever. She has the ability to be stubborn, smart, strong, vibrant, all at once, as well as flawed, which is something that a lot of authors tend to leave out when writing strong willed females. None of us are without our flaws so it makes no sense to read about a character who is flawless, and in that way you end up loving Katniss even more for her flaws. A big debate among the The Hunger Games and Catching Fire fans is Team Peeta/Gale, and while I have forever put myself on Team Gale, it's hard after reading The Hunger Games to not swear your devotion to Peeta. He is a very kind and gentle person with a strong resolve and a heart of stone, he is the perfect countering character for Katniss, they very much complete each other.<br/><br/>Overall The Hunger Games is an absolute thrilling ride of a completely unique idea, with amazing characters and some of the best writing I've had the pleasure of reading.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20M0F27IJSQBN?ASIN=0439023521	surviving as yourself	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This story hit me deep inside. 24 children, one massive arena, one survivor allowed. All for the entertainment of a vast, partying crowd in the post-apocalyptic Capital. Some of the contestants are there because their names were drawn. Some are there because they trained for this moment their whole lives and leaped at the chance to volunteer. Katniss Everdeen is there because she took Primrose, her little sister's, place. Katniss has always been a survivor. Ever since her father died and her mother fell into depression, Katniss has been making illegal hunting/scavenging expeditions into the woods. Now she's promised Primrose she will win the Games. But the real question Katniss has to face is this: is survival worth losing herself, letting the Capital make a monster of her? Does her love for Prim justify closing her heart to everyone else? What about the little girl who's so much like Prim? What about the boy from her own district who helped her when she was starving? Does she have any choice? She can't save them all; the gamemakers have ways of forcing action. And aren't all the others trying kill her too? Cameras are hidden everywhere. The world is watching.<br/><br/>The whole story is beautifully written. The people have wonderful depth of character. The action is both believable and fantastic. But what struck me the most, perhaps, was the portrayal of the masses in the Capital. What is Katniss supposed to think of these frivolous, shallow people who live in opulence while her people starve, who have space-age technology while she hunts with a home-made bow, who can take her to their hearts, scream out her name, weep for her troubles, and then sit down cheerfully to watch her die? What are we, the readers, supposed to think of them?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZA37UMKTDS6G?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I will not give a recap of the book as you can read that in the book reviews above.  What I will do is tell you that this is a well written book that appeals on many levels.  It is a suspenseful, fast paced read.  It has compelling, complex characters that are interesting in their own rights.  It raises social and political questions to make you think without feeling like you are being preached to.<br/><br/>I have read some reviews that said that the author uses concepts written about before.  Really, what good book doesn't involve a theme that has already been written about?!  That is an unfair criticism as her story is NOT a rip off of others.  Every story has pretty much been written so when an author makes you feel so interested and engaged in their story that shows talent.  You could make the arguement that every story written is ""ripping"" some other story off.<br/><br/>There is a level of brutality in the book that will make it unenjoyable to some.  I will say that I am not a fan of brutal books, but everything was handled so well in this one that it did not bother me.  If you read the premise, you will know that it must entail some difficult situations.  The author never puts in anything gratuitous imo.  She doesn't go for shock value and leaves out the sort of details that would have made it unenjoyable for me.  There are some necessary sad scenes but the key word is necessary.  These scenes will make the book unenjoyable to the most sensitive of readers.  But for me, the sadest scene concentrated on the humanity and winning of the human spirit over death.  It also gave you enough hints of a happy resolution to let the horror part of it go.  Most of the deaths that occur, the reader does not personally witness.  Some of the others are so fast that you move on in the story before you fully take them in.  All but the last are not very deatailed or graphic.  Many of the characters that do die are more adult than child and not the nicest at that.  So for most readers, the subject matter/violence will not turn them off of the book.<br/><br/>If you want to read one of the most interesting, gripping, well written books I have read in a long time than I recommend this book for you.  If you can handle NO violence even if handled tastefully then skip this book.  Also if you read books with a personal agenda of bahsing, then this is not for you either. (You know who you are!  You have heard it compared to your favorite book and can't handle that it fairs well.)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7TLM3S317I42?ASIN=0439023521	Wasn't going to give into the hype... but I'm sure glad I did	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Let's pretend for a minute or two that it is the distant future right now, perhaps around 2065 or something like that. The United States of America has been completely destroyed and is now taken over by Panem, a new country divided into districts. Every year comes this big event that is the most watched nationwide (and worldwide) event on TV: The Hunger Games, an event that lasts for a few days and where people have but one objective: to kill each other until they survive. Now wouldn't that be something?<br/><br/>I wasn't going to give into the hype, especially since a lot of the time, things get overhyped and when you read them they turn out to be unsatisfactory as best. Even moreso, I was afraid to read it when I saw the praise from Stephenie Meyer on the front over, seeing as she did the same thing with that godawful book ""City of Bones"" (It's no surprise, seeing as she wrote one of the most mind-bogglingly awful franchises ever, which would be ""Twilight""). But then again, don't judge a book by it's cover. And upon reading the story, I thought it would be a cheap Battle Royale ripoff, which has a similar plot (people kill each other until one is left alive), but I gave in anyways after a friend strongly recommended it. He was practically glowing when he told me how good it was. ""Alright, I guess"", said I.<br/><br/>I rented this book from the Library yesterday and managed to finish it all in 4 hours (I'm a bit of a fast reader, I can finish a 300-400 page book in a day depending on how good it is). I must say, not since ""Q&amp;A"" has a book had me on the edge of my seat for the duration of it's page length! I wasn't expecting much, but I LOVED it. Finally, in the age of Countless books with overhyped characters like Edward Cullen and Eragon, comes a book with characters that are likeable and a plot that manages to keep you on the edge of your seat the whole time. I'm not lying, I hated having to put this book down since it's SO GOOD!<br/><br/>Not a single character here is unlikeable by any means. Every character is likealbe. Katniss and Peeta are fun characters, and I thought the sexual tension between them was hilarious! Primrose, who is Katniss' sister, is a very cute and innocent character. Katniss is, finally a strong female character. SHe is not a Mary Sue, she does not mope and whine about her life and she becomes badass in the last chapters of the book. I can envision Peeta as a handsome and quirky character, he was one of the best things about it. Admit it guys, you were on the edge of the seat for him, hoping he survived! And Rue, boy would I love to have Rue as a friend.<br/><br/>This book is definitely not for Children. The violence is infrequent, but when it comes it's very brutal and gory. The final showdown is very intense and well written. The fight scenes are well written, and very brutal- there's quite a bit of action towards the end of the book, which does have you on the edge of your seat. There isn't any swearing too- I'm not a prude, but I thought it was cool how she managed to tell the story without profanity in it.<br/><br/>Another thing about this book that was cool was the fact that it was written in Present tense. This seems to make the story more realistic, especially how Collins creates a sense of urgency in the writing. It's almost like you're watching the show itself. She manages to make it like a movie with how exciting it is, and I sure hope a movie of this book comes.<br/><br/>In short, this was a surprisingly great book, and my new favortie too. Totally recommended for fans of ""Battle Royale"" and ""Death Race""!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CQNZQAVLFD7B?ASIN=0439023521	This book sucks you in and forgets to spit you back out	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I feel like ""whirlwind"" and ""rollercoaster ride"" are two very overused phrases when it comes to reviews.  It's thus a good thing that I don't want to use them here, because they are far from describing the sheer awesomeness of this book.  It was more like Charlie's ride in the elevator at the end of ""Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.""  It starts going up, and it's interesting and cool and getting more and more exciting.  And just when you think it can't be more awesome than that, the elevator explodes out of the ceiling into an infinite space and new realms of unknown coolness and awesomeness.<br/>In other words, this book was GOOD.  VERY GOOD.  The futuristic dystopian world that Suzanne Collins has created so believable and horrifying that at times I forgot she was talking about a place that doesn't actually exist.  And thank god.  It is frightening and violent and gripping and disgusting and yet you just can't keep turning the pages.  Because even though you know that what comes next will probably make you cringe, you have to know.  This book sucks you in and doesn't spit you out until well after it's over, after you've spent several days or even weeks thinking about what you've just read.<br/>It also manages to contain within all that gore and non-stop action a teenage love story that breaks all norms and doesn't fit in with the typical YA romance.  It is something entirely new and entirely different that fits perfectly with the book and the world and the plotline that Suzanne Collins has created.<br/>I know everyone has already read this or at least read a thousand reviews of this, so I won't bore you by saying the same things all over again.<br/>Just remember this - this book surpasses genre.  It is YA, yes.  It is dystopian fiction, yes.  But oh, it is also SO much more than that.  Be prepared for the game of a lifetime.<br/>Think Battle Royale but less complex and, dare I say it, far more gripping and amazing.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDT9B91IJGID4?ASIN=0439023521	Horrifying Glimpse Into the Future??  Let's Hope Not!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">""When I wake up, the other side of the bed is cold. My fingers stretch out, seeking Prim's warmth, but finding only the rough canvas cover of the mattress. She must have had bad dreams and climbed in with our mother. Of course, she did. Today is the day of the reaping.""<br/><br/>For 16-year-old Katniss (and yes, I really hate this name!) Everdeen, the day of the reaping is a day to dread. Panem, the country that was once North America before natural disasters and war laid waste to it, holds a ""reaping"" once a year. It is the Capitol's way of punishing the 12 districts of Panem for the ""uprising"". Each year, the 12 districts hold a drawing that will provide one girl Tribute and one boy Tribute to the Hunger Games. The 24 Tributes are taken to an arena and dropped off. Imprisoned together, it is ever child for him- or herself. There can only be one winner of the Hunger Games, and it is a fight to the death.<br/><br/>Each child between the ages of 12 and 18 is eligible for the reaping. District 12, The Seam, is the coal-mining district. They have only had one winner of the Hunger Games since it started. On the day of the reaping, all the kids are brought into the town square for a televised drawing. But this year, when Katniss' 12-year-old sister, Prim's name is drawn, there is a volunteer to take her place. Katniss is not going to let her sister go to be slaughtered. She immediately volunteers to go as the girl Tribute instead of Prim. Along with Peeta Mellark, the baker's son and the boy Tribute from District 12, Katniss is whisked away to the Capitol.<br/><br/>Because Katniss has spent the last few years providing for her family by hunting in the Seam, she feels she would have a better chance at survival than her little sister. Because frankly, being chosen for the reaping is a death sentence. Other districts have kids that are bred to be winners. But even if she can't survive, at least she has the knowledge that her little sister will be saved.<br/><br/>In a very Shirley Jackson sort of way, The Hunger Games is a glimpse into a terrifying future. In a world controlled completely by The Capitol, people live in fear of what can be taken from them. Even the games themselves are controlled by the Capitol. Each child can have sponsors that give them certain items to help them in the games. And if there isn't enough ""action"" to satisfy the powers that be, then the Capitol steps in and makes things more difficult for the contestants.<br/><br/>Collins has created a truly horrific look into the future. As a mother, the thought of such an events as the reaping or the Hunger Games makes me a little sick to my stomach. But as a reader and a lover of good fiction, this book is top-notch! Katniss is about as smart and as tough as a protagonist can be. I just fell in love with her. The Hunger Games starts out with a bang, but the suspense doesn't let up...ever! As a reader, you know there isn't going to be a good ending with this one, but Collins never lets you give up hope. From page one, you are immediately sucked in and just can't let go!! I practically read this in one sitting, it was so intense. I just needed to know what happens. Although there is clearly an ending....there is still more of the story to be told. Again, there is a follow-up book that won't be released till the fall. Damn. What is it with me and and the inevitable series reading?? Regardless of that, this is one intense read, and I highly recommend it!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WYBP5I3WRG44?ASIN=0439023521	Shocking and Brutal, But Well Written Young Adult Post Apocalyptic Tale (B+ Grade)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins' post apocalyptic world in The Hunger Games and  is a combination of Richard Connell's The Most Dangerous Game, George Orwell's 1984 and William Golding's Lord of the Flies. The main reason this book had such a strong affect as I read is because children are the victims here and it all comes down to survival of the fitness for these poor innocents. Only the strong will survive and it doesn't matter what age you are. If you are weak and can't kill off your attacker before they do you, then you will become their prey, unless you can become the predator instead.<br/><br/>These books are not comfortable reads. In part it has to do because of children killing one another due to a society that suffers under the Capitol, a force no one wants to go against. The Hunger Games begins in the distant future where the United States has been eradicated because of countless natural disasters and war. This end of day scenario leads to a new, darker world where out of the ashes comes even more famine, sickness and poverty. The US is now known as Panem, ruled by the Capitol that in turn rules over the twelve districts. Originally there were thirteen of these districts but because they rose up against the Capitol, they were defeated and the thirteenth was obliterated. Each year there is an event called the Hunger Games as punishment against the districts.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games goes as follows: each of the twelve districts, through a lottery chosen, will send one girl and one boy between the ages of twelve to eighteen to participate. They are called tributes and these twenty-four will be in an outdoor arena over an unlimited period where they must fight to the death. The last one standing wins. They also have to put up with harsh weather conditions and killer animals controlled by the Capitol. This is the Capitol's way of stopping rebellion. Instead of making the adults suffer, stick them where it hurts and make their children suffer instead. And the really messed up thing is that this is broadcasted on television, much like the reality shows we watch and enjoy so much. The ultimate prize is that the victor of the Hunger Games will have a life of luxury for them and their family.<br/><br/>In District 12 lives sixteen year old Katniss Everdeen with her younger sister Prim and their fragile mother who is a healer. Katniss is the glue that keeps her family together ever since their father died. Because food is so scarce, Katniss toned her hunting and gathering skills. If she is found hunting in the woods, beyond the electric fence that surrounds District 12, she will be punished. As the reaping commences, Prim is one of the children picked. Katniss knows Prim doesn't have a chance in winning and volunteers as a tribute. And when the other tribute is announced, Katniss is in for another shock. It is Peeta Mellark, the baker's son. Katniss and Peeta have a history together, one that Katniss wants to forget.<br/><br/>Katniss and Peeta are taken to the Capitol and treated like VIP's. During this time, Peeta figures out how to manipulate the public. You want to gain sponsors while you are in the games, because they will send you things to help you survive. He admits his undying love for Katniss. It seems he has always loved her. Katniss is appalled because she doesn't feel that way about him. Is he lying to gain sympathy or is he telling the truth? And then the games are on.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is a chilling read. The desperation and horrors that these children and their families go through is sickening. To think that there could be a future like this really made for difficult reading. Every emotion was engaged while I read and I have to hand it to Suzanne Collins for writing a complex world.<br/><br/>Suzanne's world building skills are simple amazing. I could visualize the sights and sounds of District 12 and the Capitol. She also makes sure to show how the family unit and basic human needs are so very important. Most importantly the questions of one's morals comes into play here. Katniss and Peeta are essentially very moral and caring people. But what does one do when it comes down to you and the person you care about? Knowing there can only be one victor and you alone are the one to make this heavy life altering decision can bring many consequences. When backed into a corner where you have to kill others to protect yourself and come out alive, would you be able to do it? Would you be able to live with the guilt of taking an innocent life because of an evil and vindictive higher power that forces you to?<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is very violent. We actually see the children in the games being killed. We see them being tortured. There were a few times I had to put this book down because the descriptive passages were too much to handle. You end up rooting for Katniss and those she ends up protecting in the games. A few tears will find their way down your cheeks.<br/><br/>Suzanne raises these questions and more. The Hunger Games is a book that brings to light so many issues and places it in the hands of the next generation, the children who look at life with an open mind, but through the way society and the world around them acts, they learn some harsh realities. I strongly recommend that parents read The Hunger Games with their children because both can learn so much from this story. Suzanne Collins shows a different side of human nature and works it in such a way where after you finish reading the last page, you will be questioning your own actions and morals.<br/><br/>Katiebabs</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BIMQRB91V0WQ?ASIN=0439023521	Whets your appetite	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Set sometime in the (distant?) future, the U.S. has been replaced by a new nation-state called Panem. Once a year, the totalitarian government demands a ""tribute"" of two youths from each of the twelve districts. They are sent to compete in the Hunger Games, a gladiatorial battle for resources designed to both entertain and intimidate the citizens.<br/><br/>Katniss lives a hard-scrabble existence in the coal-mining district. She's an expert hunter who illegally poaches with her male friend Gale in the woods just outside their village. After the emotionally trying loss of her father and her mother's complete withdrawal, she is nearly solely responsible for the care of her younger sister Prim. When Prim is selected as the sacrifice, Katniss instantly volunteers to take her place. She and Peeta, the village baker's son, are sent to the Capitol. Katniss feels awful, as she considers Peeta a friend, but quickly forces herself to be pragmatic, hoping that someone else will kill Peeta first so that she doesn't have to.<br/><br/>After receiving makeovers, and enjoying opulence in the Capitol for the first time in their lives, Peeta makes the startling revelation (on-air, no less) that he's always harbored feelings for Katniss. All too soon, they are forced into battle. While most of the contestants pick each other off quickly in a battle for supplies, Peeta and Katniss form an uneasy alliance. Katniss quickly assumes Peeta's declaration of love for her is a shrewd gambit on his part, in a desperate gamble to assure a winning spot for both of them. She quickly decides to ""play along"" for the cameras never dreaming that his feelings are genuine.  If she does survive, how long will she have to keep up the ruse? And how will she explain this to her not-quite boyfriend Gale back home?<br/><br/>Although I had several moments where I had trouble suspending my disbelief, ultimately, I absolutely really enjoyed this book. I couldn't put it down. It's a great blend of action, suspense and dystopia with just a touch of romance.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12O9JD6HP1R4C?ASIN=0439023521	Fascinating but Flawed	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book had me on the edge of my seat and I finished it in one day, but it was only after I put it down that I realized there were a lot of questions that went unanswered and a few writing techniques that annoyed me.<br/><br/>I really think this book could have been better if it was written in the third person. I rarely say that because I enjoy first person narration, but I think, for the type of book this was, third person would have been better. It would have given a more complete picture of this dystopian society. I had a hard time picturing exactly what it was like. I didn't really understand why the U.S. had devolved in the way it had aside from some random explanations like droughts and floods or whatever. It just wasn't enough. I had no idea where the districts were in relation to one another or why the Capitol was so worried about a rebellion. There just should've been more background information. Moreover, third person narration would've allowed the reader to find out more about the various characters and the contestants, but as it stands the reader is only really offered a glimpse into the main character and two other supporting characters. I think characterization could have been more developed.<br/><br/>The pacing in this book was great. I couldn't wait to find out what happens next. The ending was a little bit disappointing and like others have said, the rule changes at the last minute were annoying. This book reminded me a lot of gladiator battles in which the men were subject to all kinds of cruelty. The ""muttations"" reminded me of lions and tigers being brought into the arena during ancient Roman gladiator games.<br/><br/>Katniss is a pretty good character and it's nice to see a strong female even if she does have some masculine characteristics. I like Peeta's character a lot as well -- he is compassionate, intelligent and kind. I also found myself sympathizing with a lot of the other contestants just because I knew they were young and they were trying to survive as much as Peeta and Katniss. I would have loved a more deeper look into the lives of the other contestants. Honestly, this book is a bit macabre with all the young deaths. In the end, I was a little heartbroken over all the senseless violence. But if you think about it, there's senseless violence everywhere and I guess that's one of the commentaries this book is making.<br/><br/>All in all, a fun and gripping read, but it could have been so much better if it was a bit more descriptive regarding the society, the past, the characters, etc.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VJRAXUA69MP0?ASIN=0439023521	Wow! This is a great, great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I kept hearing about The Hunger Games. On Twitter, in blog posts. People were referring to it with that ""Oh my God you have to read this"" language that gets one's attention. So I looked at the book's description on Amazon, and it didn't seem like my kind of thing: It's a futuristic YA novel set in a post-apocalyptic North America. The country of Panem has risen from the ashes of a continent devastated by (apparently) natural disasters. Panem is divided into twelve districts, each of which has its own specialty--agriculture or factory work or the production of luxury items. District twelve, in the Appalachian area, specializes in coal mining. It's among the poorest of the districts, if not the poorest, and its people struggle to keep themselves from starving. The book's protagonist, 16-year-old Katniss Everdeen, is from district 12. She's been feeding her family for years, since her father died in a mining accident, by poaching in the woods surrounding her community, an offense which could easily get her executed. But her time in the woods has also honed her survival skills, which will prove to be essential.<br/><br/>Panem is a Big Brotherish society, the civil liberties of its citizens severely restricted. Among the demands made by the government is the annual participation by each district in The Hunger Games, a reality TV show to which each district must contribute two children as participants. They're selected in a lottery--the ""reaping""--that isn't quite fair: the selection process favors the rich. The winners of the reaping are compelled to participate in the Games, a televised fight to the death in which there are no rules (though cannibalism is frowned on). The one participant who's left alive at the show's end is the winner, and goes back to his or her district a fawned-over champion. If you're looking for antecedents, think The Truman Show mixed with Shirley Jackson's ""The Lottery,""  1984 and Survivor and the ancient Greek myth of the minotaur.<br/><br/>The bleak futuristic society aspect of the book was a turn-off for me. I decided I wouldn't be reading it.<br/><br/>Weeks passed, and again I started seeing references to The Hunger Games, comments prompted by excitement over the recent release of the second book in the series, Catching Fire. Again I went to Amazon. Again I thought I wouldn't like the book. But I downloaded a sample to my Kindle. That was about 24 hours ago.<br/><br/>It was immediately apparent from the sample that The Hunger Games was well written. By the end of the sample it was apparent that I would have to read the whole thing. I downloaded the book and devoured it, sometimes having to force myself to read more slowly because I was reading too fast, the literary equivalent of swallowing food unchewed. All of which is to say that the book is for some reason immensely readable. Katniss is a very compelling character: she's smart and motivated by sororal love; she's a survivor. But her character alone can't fully explain the book's appeal. The book never slows down. The evil government that imposes the Games on its citizens is easy to root against. The writing is flawless, at least as far as I could tell while gulping down the story. In particular, the author does an excellent job of describing the complicated details of the Games and the society of Panem so that they're easily digested and don't come across as instructional or out of place. It's a great, great read.<br/><br/>-- Debra Hamel</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2R5DPEX95B1V7?ASIN=0439023521	Blown Away	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">In the future North America has vanished and a new nation called Panem has risen. Twelve districts are ruled by the Capitol, a tyrant ruling council that uses a yearly competition to keep order among its despondent citizens. Every year one boy and one girl from each district are chosen to compete in the Hunger Games where they must fight to the death. The location is always different, and every year the nation watches with bated breath to see who will be the last one standing.<br/><br/>In District 12, Katniss Everdeen looks on in horror as her younger sister is chosen to compete in this year's games. Before she knows it she finds herself volunteering in her sister's place. Also chosen is the mysterious baker's son, Peeta, who Katniss has always known from a distance. As the competition nears Katniss and Peeta grow closer making the imminent battle for survival all the more complicated. This year Katniss and Peeta will capture the hearts of a hopeless nation as they turn the tables on The Hunger Games and the evil Capitol that controls them.<br/><br/>I am always on the lookout for that one story. You know what I mean. The one that gets in your head and won't go away. The kind of book you want to put in everyone's hands.  A story that has the power to completely mesmerize and capture your imagination. The Hunger Games has done all of that for me and more.<br/><br/>Collins hooks us from line one with the engaging first person narrative of Katniss Everdeen. Through her eyes we learn about this world in the distant future and the turmoil within. This is the kind of character that most novelists only dream of creating. Every turn of the page reveals just a little more about what drives her unquenchable spirit. Katniss may be low on the social ladder, but her compassion and fight for justice lend a majestic quality to this lowly peasant.<br/><br/>If Katniss herself doesn't hook you, no doubt the relentless pacing will. Once the Games begin it is almost impossible to put this story down. Collins perfectly balances action, suspense, and violence throughout the second half of this story. As I was reading I felt like I, too, was watching these Games unfold along with the citizens of Panem and several times I wanted to stand and cheer for Katniss and Peeta and their heroic actions. In the end we are given the perfect amount of closure with a promise of more to come.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games might just be the best novel I've read this year and I am simply blown away by the storytelling prowess of Suzanne Collins. The sequel, Catching Fire, is due out soon and if early reviews are any indication, round two is even better. I can't wait to disappear once more into this fascinating world that has captured my imagination in a way I never anticipated.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DSWKK5V2V5XC?ASIN=0439023521	And Another Book Read Reviews	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After the destruction of North America the nation of Panem emerges, in the middle, a shining Capitol with twelve less scintillating nations surrounding it. In order to remind all of the residents of Panem of the brutal war and the power the Capitol holds, the Capitol forces each district to send a boy and a girl, between the ages of twelve and eighteen, each year to the Hunger Games, a fight to the death, survivor style, broadcasted on live TV.<br/><br/>In the devastatingly poor District 12, lives a sixteen-year-old named Katniss Everdeen. She lives alone with her mother and twelve-year old sister Prim, being the sole provider for their family, making sure that they just scrape by. When the day of the reaping comes (the event where names are drawn for the Hunger games) Katniss herself feels that she has a greater chance of being picked, but never would expect Prim to be chosen. When the worst happens though, Katniss immediately volunteers herself to participate in Prim's place, becoming the girl to represent District 12 in the Hunger Games.<br/><br/>Without even realizing it, Katniss soon becomes one of the top contenders to win the games, as survival is second nature to her. If she is to win though she will have to call upon her keen sense of intelligence and expert survival techniques.<br/><br/>Oh my goodness, this book is jaw droppingly good! Every single sentence left you grasping for more and wanting to turn the page so fast that you have to be careful they don't rip. Everything about the book worked and fell so easily into place that it was absolutely impossible to put the book down.<br/><br/>The plot itself was extremely unique and was filled with adventure that kept you extremely riveted. Even though Panem was a fictional world it was very easy to see many parallels to our world, which I found extremely interesting. Suzanne Collins also made this imaginary world very lifelike and made the events of the games so real that it felt like I was sitting in my living room watching them on TV along with all the other residents of Panem.<br/><br/>Another aspect that really made the book shine were the characters. Regardless of how big of a role the character played they were well developed. Katniss was an amazing and strong character and had a nurturing side that was completely unexpected, but very welcoming. Peeta, the second main character, was a sweetie. He was funny and genuine and I loved how he added the romance element to the story, which in my opinion made the book that much better.<br/><br/>As for the author's writing, it was impeccable. She threw you into the arena and made you breathe the same air as Katniss, Peeta and all the other contestants. She created a fascinating world, using fantastic imagery, which made it easy to picture the beauty of the Capitol, all the amazing outfits the contestants wore, and of course the brutality of the arena. She also created one heck of a cliffhanger with the ending of the book, setting up for the next book (CATCHING FIRE) to start right away.<br/><br/>Overall this was one heck of a book. The author combined a ridiculous amount of suspense, a ridiculously cute romance, and so much adventure that this has easily become one of my favorite books. As soon as I had finished it I immediately wanted to read it again and again and again. I strongly recommend it to absolutely everyone and cannot wait for the sequel</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R149F0GRK0SRIY?ASIN=0439023521	Engaging, Heart-Pounding, and Heart-Wrenching	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What can I possibly say about The Hunger Games that hasn't already been said by other reviewers out there? I will say that when I first heard of the book, I was a little skeptical, but after reading review after review that gave nothing but praise, I finally decided I had to read it. I picked up my copy last week and finally started into it Monday. Sadly, work interfered with my reading, but despite that I finished it last night. I can honestly say it was probably the best book I've read so far in 2009. It certainly puts a new spin on Reality TV!!<br/><br/>I loved pretty much everything about the book--the way it was written, the characters' names and development, Collins' descriptive portrayal of the people and places, and lastly, the way this first book was wrapped up. Oh my, does it leave you hanging, dying to read the next book! This was another of those books where I felt like I was almost involved in the story firsthand. My heart pounded anxiously as Katniss met various challenges during the Games. I felt like I really knew her and Peeta, the two ""tributes"" from District 12. The plotting was just great, too. Books like these make me wonder how I will ever come up with something so creative to write about, myself! It's not as if all of Collins' ideas were unique, but put them all together and you have a captivating, adrenaline-pumping, and all-round incredible story.<br/><br/>I could not stop thinking about this book after I read it. Just the possibility of what we could become is mind-blowing; we'd be going backwards and forwards at the same time if we ever ended up like Panem and its Districts. Last night, I was even telling my husband and my parents about this book, even though I knew there was not the least likelihood that any of them would ever read it. I seriously cannot WAIT for the next book, Catching Fire, to be released in September.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HMU0OMDG8Z78?ASIN=0439023521	Wow!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">There has been so much hype around THE HUNGER GAMES by Suzanne Collins that I knew I had to read it -- everyone seems to be raving about it! I have to admit that it's not a book that I probably would have picked up prior to associating with some many book bloggers because 1) it's YA and that's just not a genre I read much of, and 2) it's technically science fiction and that's not a genre I usually read either. However, since everyone is so excited about this book, I decided to check it out of my library and see what all the fuss was about. I was more than a little concerned that it couldn't possibly live up to everyone's praise, but guess what? It did -- I absolutely loved this book!<br/><br/>I knew I was in trouble when I started this book on Mother's Day. I probably should have been spending some quality time with my family, but I had to read THE HUNGER GAMES. I simply could not put this book down. And, it's not one of those books that takes awhile to get into -- no sir, from the very first page, I was hooked! I became so caught up in this action-packed, fact-paced novel that I had to keep reading to find out what happened.<br/><br/>The plot of this book is just an amazing story -- 24 kids fighting to their deaths until there is only one remaining. What makes this story is more insane is that the event is ""televised"" to all the citizens of Panem -- it is a reality show that knows no bounds. While parts of the story seemed a bit like the Olympics, especially the pageantry of the opening cermonies and the special interest stories, other parts were more like the ultimate Survivor show (only this time it was a case of life and death.) From just a plot standpoint, this book was fascinating and there was never a dull moment.<br/><br/>However, there were so many more great things about this novel than just the storyline. I loved how the author developed the characters, especially sixteen year old Katniss. When the story begins, Katniss came across to me as very harsh and bitter -- of course, her father died in a mine explosion, her mother basically shut down, and she was responsible for taking care of and feeding her little sister so I guess she had a right to be a little angst-ridden. I appreciated that the author allowed us to see a gentler side of Katniss when she was out hunting in the woods and talking with her friend Gale. I also saw signs of Katniss' more compassionate side when she sacrificed herself for an almost certain death rather then letting her younger sister compete in The Hunger Games. Had I not seen this caring side of Katniss, I'm not sure I would have felt such an affinity to Katniss.<br/><br/>I absolutely loved how Katniss matured throughout the course of this novel. I can imagine that fighting for your life would make you grow up quickly. Katniss was a pretty real character for me -- a teenager who at times thought and acted like an adult, and other times who was absolutely clueless. I appreciated how she learned not only to trust her own instincts, but eventually learned how to trust others. I also liked how she came to really understand herself and her strengths (and even her weaknesses); and, I definitely think she showed signs of being a ""normal"" teenager when it comes to her confusion about boys!<br/><br/>In addition to developing the character of Katniss, I thought the author did an amazing job with showing human characteristics -- both good and bad -- in all of the other characters in the book. She created characters who had very real and honest feelings such as compassion and hope, but also greed and anger. I can only imagine how fighting for your life can bring out the best and worst of human behavior.<br/><br/>Another thing I really liked was how Ms. Collins wove so much insight into individuals and society into this novel. She did a great job of showing how discrimination and bias exists among people, and how the upper classes can take advantage of their situation in life. I also appreciated how she showed the effects that war has on a society especially when it comes to the children. Those are just a few examples of the thought-provoking themes that run through this book.<br/><br/>THE HUNGER GAMES is the first in a series, and I can't wait for Book 2 CATCHING FIRE which will be available on September 1st. When I finished this book, there were quite a few loose ends which I'm sure will be addressed in the next novel. And while Katniss did grow up a lot throughout the course of this book, I'm anxious to see what happens to her when she goes back home. She has some unresolved issues from her relationships, and I'm curious to see how she handles them.<br/><br/>There is a very cool website devoted to THE HUNGER GAMES. Even though the site is not geared towards me, I had a lot of fun playing around on it! There are downloadable games, excerpts from the book, and even a message board so you can discuss the story with others.<br/><br/>The only thing that disappointed me about this book is that my daughter is too young to read it. There is some violence and cruelty that might upset younger readers and probably would disturb her. It's not that she couldn't read it, but I think to fully appreciate the book, she should wait a few years. Plus, I'm not really ready to answer some of her questions that are sure to pop up.<br/><br/>I definitely recommend THE HUNGER GAMES to every teen (boys and girls alike) because I'm sure they will love it as much as I do; but I also think adults will appreciate the story for some different reasons. I think this novel would make an excellent discussion book for a teen book club or even a mother daughter book club; and I firmly intend to have our girls read it in a few years. Besides being a great story, there are so many things to think about -- namely, the effects of war on our society and especially our children.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJLTU5NDZ8FNF?ASIN=0439023521	Believe the hype, this book is a force	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">In the future world of North America, now called Panem, 12 districts circle a Capitol in what was formally the Rocky mountains. 80+ years prior the districts had revolted against the Capitol and were overthrown and subjugated. Now the Capitol has devised an elaborate punishment for all in the districts to remind them just who is in charge - An annual competition called the Hunger Games.<br/><br/>The Hunger games is an Olympic like duel to the death. Two tributes, one female and one male, are drawn in a lottery from each district every year, taken to the Capitol where they will duel to the ultimate death. To the Victor of the Hunger Games goes the spoils - food, wealth, fame, and comfort for the remainder of their days. To the loser goes a horrible death at the hands of their fellow competitors.<br/><br/>As this years Repeaing approaches Katniss Everdene, 16, knows that she, and her best friend Gale, has a good chance of being called. Both have entered their name into the drawings as much as possible so that they will receive more food stores for their family. But when Katniss' 12 year old sister is chosen as tribute Katniss steps up to volunteer for her place, a feat virtually unheard of in the competition's 78 years of practice. Katniss is not concerned to win, she's obsessed with survival, and it is this desire that may give her an edge over her fellow Tributes.<br/><br/>Every good thing that you have heard about the Hunger Games is true. It's Dystopian, it's affecting, it's really well written. What you don't hear besides the plot and the bloodshed is that Katniss is an amazing character who really comes into her own by the end of the book.<br/><br/>Almost half of this book goes by before any of the Tributes ever set foot in the Arena where their deaths await and still we feel the journey with every poignant step. I think that is the real strength of this book and, in tandem, Collins writing... that she draws the reader in with very thorough exposition and character development so that by the time Katniss sets foot in the ring she is a force to follow. A force. To be reckoned with.<br/><br/>I lost much sleep to reading the Hunger Games. I've lost even more minutes daydreaming and wondering in between readings. I lost myself totally in this book, and it's been a while since I could call anything engrossing. I cannot wait to lose myself in more of Collins work. She is an author to be reckoned with.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYB7VEAFY1V44?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for More	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Katniss, whose father died when she was 11 and whose mother emotionally abandoned her, has a competence streak a mile wide. Her priorities have become just to keep her family alive, fed and protected (especially her little sister). However, these self-imposed responsibilities have given her little time for niceties (like kindness and sweetness). She is utterly practical. So, when her sister gets picked in a lottery to be the tribute for District 12 in the Hunger Games (an event similar to that of the gladiators, except for reality television), Katniss volunteers to take her place, where the only way to win is to kill all the 23 other contestants.<br/><br/>I thought this book was pitch perfect, especially the characterization. Suzanne Collins took a character like Katniss, who is not riddled with compassion for those around her and made her an enthralling, likeable character. Katniss still has her foibles: her cut-throat attitude and  how blind she is when it comes to the feelings of other characters, but all in all, I totally understood her motivations and I was rooting for her the whole way. The author, though, put Peeta in to balance out Katniss' ruthlessnes. He was completely genuine and good-hearted without being syrupy. (I loved me some Peeta.)<br/><br/>The plot was excellent. I read the entire book in a day. There weren't any ""Man, I wish she would pick up the pace"" moments. It was fluid and delicious, surprising and still plausible. It had bows and arrows and knife throwing, fire walls, a hearty splash of romance (but didn't drown you in sappiness) and really smart characters whose logic was sound (I hate it when you read a book and you're more intelligent than the characters because you've come to correct conclusions a hundred pages before the protagonist does). Though Katniss is completely obtuse when it comes to romance, which was a bit frustrating, but understandable considering her survival-inclined cognitions.<br/><br/>The only thing that dampened my ardour for this book was the slightly inconclusive ending. Now, that isn't to say most of the stuff wasn't resolved, but, for those of you who have read the book, I was DYING for Gale's reaction. If you haven't read it, be assured that the second book is coming out sometime in September of '09.<br/><br/>All in all, a fabulous book with a lot of fun. I absolutely recommend it to most people (though some may be turned off because of how utterly ruthless Katniss has to be). You get a taste of what she's like in the excerpt available of amazon's Look Inside. If you really, really hate her from that, don't buy it. Otherwise, add to cart already.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RN810LZLWA04U?ASIN=0439023521	Surprisingly sophisticated and enjoyable read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this book - fast paced, snappy dialogue, excellent storyline development - and as Book 1 of a promised trilogy (Book 2 is due out in September 09 according to Amazon) there is certainly a great deal of potential.  Katniss Everdeen lives in a future where the USA has been divided into military districts of starving citizens, gloated over by a strange ""Capitol"" which seems a bit like an exaggeration of our modern day society.  Every year, 2 teenagers are chosen from each district to fight in the Hunger Games, which is broadcast as a reality show.  Only 1 of the 24 entrants will win, and they must kill off their opponents to claim victory, and preserve their own life.  Katniss is a character without a lot of depth, which makes a certain kind of sense because as the author recognises well into the book, Katniss' daily life is consumed with hunting and trying to provide food for her mother and sister.  There is little other time to work out the meaning of her life and who she is apart from provider (I am hopeful this will be the core of Book 2).  There is a confusing romance going on in the book, and Katniss' allegiance to Peeta, her fellow District 12 Hunger Games contestant and Gale, her partner in hunting at home.  This is never resolved, which is annoying but again, a trilogy requires certain themes to carry over between books and this is a big one.<br/><br/>Stephen King wrote an interesting review of this book on Amazon (initially for Entertainment Weekly I believe) and he makes some good points.  Firstly, we all know reality tv is evil and Collins isn't the first author to go down that track (King points out he did the same with The Running Man) and to be honest, the whole ""reality tv sucks"" theme is a bit played out these days.  Secondly, he accuses Collins of some ""lazy storytelling"" which refers to never mentioning the actual cameras, although Katniss is filmed at every moment and knows she is being filmed and also whenever Katniss really needs something food, medicine etc, it is parachuted down to her in the game by a ""sponsor"".  I know from reading King's ""Writers on Writing"" that he is particularly harsh on lazy storytelling (understandably so) whereas while I see his point, it wasn't something that bothered me at the time of reading.<br/><br/>I'm not a fan of the ""nuclear fallout"" books (mind you, Collins never actually says what happened to cause the breaking of the USA) but I did enjoy this one.  I'll leave it a while before I pick up book 2, but I do want to know what happens when Katniss gets home and where that darn romance ends up!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VVVFCE3XBYWP?ASIN=0439023521	4.75 stars!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm not going to bother re-summarizing the plot here because other reviewers have done a good job of it already. Just a warning, there is a tiny spoiler in the two last paragraphs.<br/><br/>I refused to read this book for a long time, convinced I would hate it. My reason for this was twofold, firstly, the plot sounded suspiciously similar to Battle Royale and yet I never heard the author say anything acknowledging that she was influenced by it so I was annoyed at her, thinking ""How dare she not give a nod to her predecessors?"" so even though I absolutely love stuff like Battle Royale and Survivor, I gave this book a pass. The other reason was because Stephenie Meyer recommended it (if she recommended it, it MUST be horrible, right?) but as it turns out, I was wrong!<br/><br/>I was literally trapped, held hostage in my bed with this book, hungry and thirsty alongside of Katniss because I was so wrapped up in the damned thing I couldn't even stop enough to go to the kitchen and grab something!<br/><br/>I've gone through the bad reviews most of which cite the Battle Royale thing (at this point I'm willing to give her the 'no idea is truly original' line because she put her own twist on it and really made it unique.) or the idea that the story lacks the ability to create a feeling of suspension of disbelief (OH COME ON, AND BATTLE ROYALE DOES??? Really now! I'm the person who wanted to give an author a 1-star review because she had to nerve to write that there is a Dunkin' Donuts in LA, I think this book did alright considering we are all meant to go into it knowing that it's a YA fantasy dystopian-future sort of book. Do you seriously need a whole historical essay on HOW this society got the way it is and how the Hunger Games relates to this? No. Just take Katniss's word on it that the Hunger Games are there to break the spirit of the people and remind them of their place.<br/><br/>SPOILER : Anyway another reviewer said that there are ""zombie werewolves"" in the book. There aren't! they are just genetically mutated wolves (with an interesting twist I won't reveal) they are definitely NOT zombies or werewolves! There are genetically mutated species throughout the book so the wolves are really not a big shock at all.<br/><br/>The only reason I'm giving the book 4.75 stars instead of 5 is because I wanted the ending to be longer. i don't want to wait until the next book to see what happens next! I also want to know what happens with a certain gift someone gave Katniss and i was disappointed that that too will have to wait for the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2K02LBIYLKEWU?ASIN=0439023521	Hungering for more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If I begin to rant and rave like a madman, please excuse me for I happen to be very, very upset for having read this book right now. Let me explain. I bought The Hunger Games a while back and put it on my TBR pile (which is admittedly huge). Having finished second round revisions yesterday, I decided to treat myself and read a little before going to bed at 12:30. First mistake. I am a fast reader but it wasn't til 4AM that I finished the book. There were sections that were so intense I had to reread it right then and there. Second mistake, I drank a huge glass of water before starting. Even though I had to pee really badly, I could not put the freaking book down and go to the bathroom. I can't believe I risked a bladder infection for this book. But then again, I can't believe how awesome this book is.<br/><br/>And that goes to the crux of why I am so raving mad that I read this book right now. Cause when I got to the end of the book, it said ""End of Book One"" and I had no Book Two to immediately begin reading. And that is absolutely killing me. It is exquisite agony that keeps me thinking over and over about pertinent parts of the book. I am amazed at the skill and tortured by the wait. I desperately wish I had not read it until the whole series was written so I could read them back to back. But I also wish Ms. Collins would hurry up and write as fast as possible so as not to hold me hostage by her world much longer. My most desperate wish is one I think all writers have when they read a book they love. I wish I had written this book myself. I wish I had created this world so I can control the outcome of these characters.<br/><br/>For those of you who may not know about this book, I'll give you a short synopsis. Ms. Collins has created a dystopian Utopia where twenty-four teenage contestants representing their districts are forced to compete in the ultimate Survivor show. You must kill the other contestants to win. The rules? There seems to be only one rule - make it entertaining. It reminds me of that great scene in The Gladiator where Russell Crowe comes out and kills ten men in a matter of seconds and the crowd is stunned silent. He turns to them and shouts ""Are you not entertained?!"" Oh yeah! The producers of the show don't like it when contestants aren't killed daily so they do dangerous things to add to the suspense and keep their audience entertained. The hero of the book is Katniss, a poor girl with mad hunting skills, from the poorest district, whose little twelve year old sister's name is pulled from the lottery. Katniss knows her sister cannot survive and volunteers to go in her stead. And from that moment on, the book takes you on a roller coaster ride that you physically can't get off until it rolls to a satisfying end. Except it isn't satisfying to see that there are more books to read but they are not yet published.<br/><br/>The sequel is out in September. I seriously can not wait!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12LZWN2DNN8X8?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic read, YA at its best.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really really like this book. I mean really. It is not the most stunning and emotionally wrenching thing I've ever read, but it deserves a 5-star nonetheless. I am a teenage girl, and there were parts of it that most definitely were aimed at my age and gender, but for some reason boys like the Twilight books so I wouldn't be surprised at all if my male friends liked this book as well. It is pure YA: no moody, complex reflection on the human condition, just fast-paced storytelling that leaves the thinking to the reader. It is written to make you want to turn the next page, and frankly there is absolutely nothing wrong with that.<br/><br/>Collins made an extremely complex character believable. Katniss is straightforward, yet knows how to lie and double-cross, she is a hardhearted survivor who goes mushy at the sight of nasty cuts and has a soft spot for children. Ultimately, Katniss is a young girl thrown into a heartless world, and she adapted while still retaining the ability to love. Selling that character is a remarkable bit of writing.<br/><br/>About the love in this book: it was refreshing to see a girl heroine who isn't obsessed with love. She obviously has some feelings for Peeta and Gale, but she really isn't too torn up about lying to Peeta to win the games, and she doesn't really think about Gale until he comes up paranthetically. Her reaction to her difficult love dilemma isn't ""Oh Gale! O Peeta! Oh what shall I do?"" but rather ""Oh. That. Whatever, survival first."" The typical roles were reversed, the woman fought for her life and protected her beloved while the man blundered about, messing things up, attempting heroism, and following his lady like a puppy. I love Peeta, he's vulnerable and sweet yet determined and tough (for a city boy), but he is absolutely not the dominant force in that relationship. In fact, it's almost a complete role reversal of the most popular of all teen love stories, the Twilight novels.<br/><br/>About the things other than love: fantastic suspense, exciting adventure, and a futuristic world that is only a few disturbingly small steps from ours. Some futuristic worlds are highly doubtable: the world is not going to go up in flames, nor will Vulcans fall out of the stars and help the earthlings create a happy, peaceful United Planets sort of deal where the people who resist having civilization shoved down their throats are hunted down by the ruthlessly diplomatic Captain Picard and his cleanly dressed crew on a disturbingly snazzy and well-armed ship. I know, I know, I want replicators and phasers to exist too, but that is a rather unlikely future for humankind. But Panem, a dog-eat-dog (more like teenage-girl-eat-dog-rabbit-squirrel-and-whatever-else-she-deosn't-feed-to-her-starving-family)world, ruled by a sickly materialistic and ruthless capitol whose inhabitants are clueless to its corruption while the rest of their world starves...not so unrealistic.<br/><br/>SPOILER: A thought for the future of the series. Why was there nothing of Katniss's father left to bury? Why did Cinna ask for District 12? Who is the redheaded girl and why was the Capitol chasing her? Just a thought. I think this book - The Hunger Games - will be to the rest of the series what the Hobbit is to the Lord of the Rings series. A self-contained beginning that serves a piece of an even bigger puzzle. I'm very excited.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1731MLEOM65BA?ASIN=0439023521	A dark post apocalyptic scifi ordeal for young adults?  Indeed.  And you will not be disappointed.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I confess I wasn't wild about the prospect of reading ""The Hunger Games"", a novel where the central trope is an ""ultimate sport"" type 'arena of death on television'.  This concept didn't sound very original to me.  Suzanne Collins transcends the limitations of the genre by creating a fierce and believable 16 year old heroine in the person of Katniss Everdeen and situating her in a well realized world of subjugation and deprivation that feels very (extremely) in touch with real world relevant issues.  Then she attacks the narrative arc she sets up with terrific verve and pacing.  This is a compulsive page turner.  I read this entire novel in 4 sittings over a 2 day period (and only because I was extremely busy).  It was one of those books you hate to put down and eagerly plan when you can next pick up.<br/><br/>Collins' narrative brims with implied relevant social commentary.  There is political and economic subjugation leading to rebellious feelings in the countryside.  There is rampant economic inequality between rich and poor.  There is the moral abomination of putting real suffering on television as ""reality TV"" entertainment.  There is coming of age romantic content.  Somehow, Collins doesn't let any of this overshadow either the character content or the narrative action, which always seems to take center stage.  And it's not just the arena action of the blood sport either (although that stuff is awesome - and fills the climax of the book).  Collins has a deft ability to imbue the establishing shots with real tension.  Each scene fits into the plotting tautly - there is hardly a wasted sentence anywhere.  The pace is headlong, relentless, and gripping, while alternating from emotional turmoil to danger to romance and back.  In the aspects of a teenage heroine with tremendous abilities but real vulnerability this book reminded be of ""Sabriel"" (high praise in my book); but placed in a sci-fi future world that resembles Victorian England far more than Sabriel's magical realist locale.<br/><br/>By the end, Collins makes it clear that this will be a series.  Initially that annoyed me too.  She was so very close to wrapping up all the loose ends in the narrative...  Then I realized that she intends to take on the larger issues of the larger world she has created.  I can't wait.<br/><br/>While the violence and romance are handled lightly, there is still plenty of both.  Given that and the oppressive poverty, starvation, and anger of the setting - the general trauma - I'd be reluctant to give to this to any kid who isn't pretty mature.  I'd say 14 and up.  For them - and adults - this book is highly recommended.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1F1SXULN9F10R?ASIN=0439023521	Survival of the Fittest	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Setting: Panem, formerly known as the United States- now an empty shell of what it was. Set in a future dystopia where the new government is in control of everything and there's a stark difference between the way the rich officials live and the majority of the population of Panem.<br/><br/>Barely anyone can afford to eat. There's beggars everywhere and things such as hunting and scraping by for food are the usual state of affairs for the citizens here.<br/><br/>In this wasteland the rich officials are holding their Hunger Games competition. A competition in which kids (12-18) are forced to compete with eachother and kill eachother for survival. The officials claim this is done to prove a point about some kind of war/struggle in which the new states came to be but soon you realize they do this more for their own enjoyment.<br/><br/>They are the ones with the power and they think they have the right to take people's children and force them into this arena and televise it to their country to watch them kill eachother.<br/><br/>There can only be one winner in this competition. The rest die- the winner gets to live in luxury and peace for the rest of their lives if they come out alive.<br/><br/>In this book you can definitely sense it's the future, yet it's a very dark future. The stark difference between the way the officials live and the rest of the people is unbelievable.<br/><br/>The officials live in a high tech world with everything at their fingertips and the rest of the population lives in a state that is even worse than the depression.<br/><br/>The characters in the book held my interest. I found the struggle of the girl chosen to be compelling, along with the fact she knew one of the competitors she was being forced to kill and she liked him at that.<br/><br/>This book is a mix of sci-fi, adventure and a sad state of affairs that is set in the future. All around, it's a great book that you won't be able to put down until you find out the final outcome of "" The Hunger Games.""</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8J8B5DOSHHU5?ASIN=0439023521	Courtesy of Teens Read Too	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Gold Star Award Winner!<br/><br/>Twenty-four children: twelve boys, twelve girls, tributes selected by random lottery every year and sent to the capitol city of Panem to compete in a brutal, bloodthirsty fight for survival, with the last participant standing declared champion.<br/><br/>Welcome to the Hunger Games, a grim reminder to those living in the twelve districts comprising what was once the United States of their place as virtual slaves to the gleaming Capitol at their center.<br/><br/>Sixteen-year-old Katniss Everdeen is this year's female representative for District 12, having volunteered to take her younger sister Prim's place. Sent to the arena with the baker's son and classmate, Peeta Mellark -- a boy who, several years prior, saved Kat and her family from the ravages of starvation after her father's death in a coal mining accident -- neither competitor from the final district seem to be contenders.<br/><br/>But Peeta's good nature and Kat's small stature belie the former's cunning intelligence and the latter's experience as a hunter; while a revelation from Peeta during the introductory ceremonies sends Katniss into the first day of competition more than a little off-kilter.<br/><br/>The stage is set, the tributes have arrived, and the cameras are watching...let the games begin.<br/><br/>It is no exaggeration to call THE HUNGER GAMES a pulse-pounding page-turner. Collins grabbed me from the first page and didn't let go. While Katniss isn't always the most likable character (in fact, there were plenty of times I much preferred the affable Peeta, or even sweet, birdlike little Ruth), she is always compelling, thanks to her rational approach to every challenge and her dogged determination.<br/><br/>While THE HUNGER GAMES is a plot-driven novel, the characters and their relationships are the heart of the story.  Ms. Collins has created a dystopian tale of Orwellian caliber for young adults, giving any reader plenty to churn their minds between now and the next installment of this trilogy.<br/><br/>My only complaint is having to wait for the next installment.<br/><br/>Reviewed by:  Cat</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3EHMEHHNSC9QS?ASIN=0439023521	Coming attractions	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I try to read fiction interspersed with all the non-fiction reading to give myself a break from harder reading and so I decided to give `Hunger Games' a go after seeing that the movie was going to come out and asking my mom if the book was worth it.  She said to read the series.  I read the book in two days.  I found the topic interesting in that the future where a small group of elite control everything and live high off the hog while basically enslaving the rest of the people to work and live in squalor is actually, if you read around off the beaten path, a goal of the powers that be psychopaths running the show currently.  If you read what is being funded by the government (think DARPA) you will see the technological horrors presented in the book or something along the same lines are being furiously pursued by the elite.  They want total control and are pursuing a means to that end.<br/><br/>And so it was with that in mind that I think the book has relevance not only for entertainment.  I think it shows what the future holds unless people of conscience stop wanting to just have a quiet life without the responsibility to question and champion the causes of liberty and freedom.  The hunger games parallel the dog eat dog entertainment we are presented with as normal, such as Survivor, and it is high time take the blinders off and see the crap presented by the elite for what it is.  Sad to say the final touches on total National Security State are being put on as I write (NDAA, Executive Orders for full confiscation powers, Patriot Act renewal, etc).  It isn't for the majority of peoples benefit where something akin the life portrayed in this book is a rosy picture as compared to what is actually coming down the pipe.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RM00ORWHVIL9O?ASIN=0439023521	Dystopia on Steroids	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The New Yorker magazine featured a review of recent teen books featuring futuristic, dystopian states.  Collins' trilogy was the main feature -- it is wildly popular with the 8th - 12th grade set currently.  After all, writes the New Yorker, isn't this what high school is all about?  Getting thrown into a social cesspool, with treacherous peer undercurrents, mortal enemies, painful conflict and autocratic old folks superimposing their will on all individuality?  What fifteen year old can't relate?<br/><br/>The nefarious central government of Panem, having obliterated all dissent in the outlying regions decades ago, must annually remind outposts that rebellion is fruitless, that all power remains with ""The Capitol"".  Hence, the culling of regional youth to be sacrificed in annual ""Hunger Games"" wherein teens are thrown into a mano-a-mano winner take all format.  Two dozen sacrificial lambs are led into the arena.  One will emerge.<br/><br/>This brutal premise is the pivot for the trilogy.  Here in the first novel, it grips us.  Pages rip by, as the reader delves in wanting to learn more about how the game is staged, how it unfolds.  This is Lord-of-the-Flies times 12.  We follow the Hunger Games through protagonist, Katniss Everdeen, a moody but athletic tomboy young lady who struggles to keep her family together, to fight government demons, and to decipher her coming-of-age emotions.<br/><br/>This is a terrific read for any young teen, depicting a broken world, but never getting heavy-handed in political statement one way or the other.  My teens never put it down...a quick read.  Would make a fine gift book for a favorite niece, nephew or grandchild.  Totally Dad-approved.  Of the trilogy, this book is best.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JNT6JJ9F8OI6?ASIN=0439023521	Moving and Powerful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is good science fiction - a future dystopian American society filled with inequality and a Capitol that keeps the various districts of the nation's populace in check through, among other things, a deadly televised game in which young people compete against each other, and the last one standing wins fame, glory and honour. The young people chosen for the games are called the ""tribute"", and although volunteers are allowed, the nature of the games is such that most people are chosen by lot.<br/><br/>But when the lot falls upon the younger sister of Katniss Everdeen, she volunteers to take her sister's place. And so she is pitched headlong into the hunger games which is a cross between reality TV, gladiatorial combat, Aztec games, Mad Max's thunderdome and who knows what else.<br/><br/>The theme is a powerful but dark one. This is a young adult book rather than a children's book and looking at the basic concept, I was not sure I would like this. There is too much potential for a gory kind of horror story. But in fact this book is not that at all. Instead it is a powerful and moving story, which - like all the best science fiction - reflects upon us now as much as it does the future.<br/><br/>There are a number of connections between this future world and ancient Rome, which given the themes seems to be quite deliberate. But all in all this is an original tale and written with a powerful prose that kept me reading almost without a break until I finished the book.<br/><br/>One scene in particular was very moving indeed. I cam away from the story thinking it was a very human book, and one to set me thinking about what it tells us about our society today.<br/><br/>All in all and excellent work, and I will certainly be buying the sequel soon</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AERW11Q6P9D8?ASIN=0439023521	To Kill A Mockingjay	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Unless you live under a rock, you've heard about ""The Hunger Games"" and its two sequels. At the time of my writing this review, a little over 5,800 people have also posted on Amazon's site their take on the book. Overwhelmingly, adults and teens rate this baby within the four-and-five star category. It's pretty likely you'll enjoy the story. The movie is also into its second week of release and is justifiably doing gangbusters at the box office. I also just saw the film. It was well acted and keeps pretty close to the book with a few necessary embellishments for clarification and to keep the two-hour film moving along.<br/><br/>Ms. Collins' ""The Hunger Games"" is written in the first-person narrative. The main protagonist, Katniss Everdeen, conveys the right amount of fear, distrust, determination, confusion, anger et al on how a self-sufficent sixteen year old might react to being placed in such a horrible, bloody situation. Because you are witnessing the story through her eyes, you are just as lost and confused as Katniss is about certain events. The author has written a fast-paced, exciting story about survival and how people in power or oppressive governments can not only rationalize doing horrible things to weaker people but be entertained by such doings. This is not too far stretch from our current, need-to-be-entertained, superficial society who love such reality shows as Survivor, Big Brother, or Fear Factor. Look, ""The Hunger Games"" is a fun read. Its unlikely the book will be given out by a college professor as a reading assignment and that's okay. It's a well-written adventure that certainly left me hanging at the end and wanting to see how the relationships and danger evolves. Enjoy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31FGK9BSMCCFU?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I picked this book up because one of my very best friends took my arm and told me I HAD to read it. Together, we have loved Harry Potter, His Dark Materials and the Twilight series. So, when she recommends, I listen.<br/><br/>This one was a page-turner. I tore to the end, neglecting all of my housework and everyone around me. I'm just glad I didn't bring it to work, or I might be writing these reviews full time. On the other hand, I wouldn't mind READING full time if someone would pay me. But I digress. This book! Loved the main character, Katniss. She was tough, she was tender, she was a fully realized character that I could relate to. She was the product of an absentee mother and a less than stable childhood. And so she navigates the world, and the people in it, with distrust. When she is chosen to participate in the Hunger Games, this aspect of her personality serves her well -- as the Hunger Games are kill or be killed. She has help, and plenty of it, but she also relies heavily on herself to stay alive. Watching her struggle, emotionally and physically, is mesmerizing.<br/><br/>This is a dark book. Very dark even by adult standards. Children eaten by wolves, bloody battle scenes, people starving to death and death. Lots and lots of death - hence the whole Hunger Games premise. I would think if you saw this book as an outline, or even reading about it in a review, it sounds far too dark to ever be written. But there is hope there, too, and growth. And stories about courage and love and helping out a friend. I was moved to tears more than once, and I marveled at how accurate and gut-wrenching the book felt to me. This one is a keeper, and will sit on the shelf beside my other beloved YA books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RBDIAMMAQVW2?ASIN=0439023521	Simply amazed and let hungry for more!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">In the book The Hunger Games, is about a young girl named Katniss or Kat some people called her. She grew up in a world run by a place called The Capitol. In the country it is split up into 12 Districts and Kat lives in the last one, District 12. All she has ever known is life in District 12, till one day she volunteers herself for The Games. There on out, her life is on the line, the question is, will she survive or will she meet death before she comes back home?<br/><br/>I simple LOVED this book. It ends with a cliffhanger and that is why so many others end up reading the sequel, Catching Fire, of the book series.<br/><br/>I simple loved the dynamic Katniss has with the characters throughout the book. Her true colors and humanity shows when she is hanging around the character Rue and Peeta. What surprised me was the love-triangle. Susan Collins woven this story arc so perfectly and leaves you wondering who she will choose in the end.<br/><br/>What kept me reading the book was that some parts I could relate to Katniss in some ways, which I'e always found to be what a good writer has in making their books so popular (i.e. - J.K. Rowling and Stephanie Meyers).<br/><br/>I would recommend this book to both genders of reading. The women will love this book for the powerful image Katniss represents and the love triangles. For the men, it is the action and suspense that keeps you reading it till the end.<br/><br/>What truly struck me was thatStephen King himself loved this book! That right there is compelling enough to make anyone wonder, ""why?"" and set forth a reading journey.<br/><br/>in conclusion, the book overall was amazing. Susan Collins has written a world of fantasy that is beautifully stunning.<br/><br/>[..]</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KOS263NIN5ZG?ASIN=0439023521	Captivating, brutal, postapocalyptic coming of age	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This tale begins as a simple straightforward post-apocalyptic tale set in the far future when all trace of the USA has been lost within collective memory. Societal organization consists of a technologically advanced (slightly beyond our current capabilities) culture located within the ""Capitol"" with outlying Districts (1-12) serving as vassal states. Each District supplies the Capitol with raw materials and receives almost nothing in return beyond minimal subsistence. This current arrangement is the result of an earlier (75 years) mutiny that annihilated one District (#13) and resulted in an annual humiliation ritual where each District send 2 children (boy/girl) to battle to the death in the annual Hunger Games for Capitol entertainment and reinforcement of the Capitol's domination.<br/><br/>Our heroine is Katnis, a 16 year old girl who must ""volunteer"" for the games to save her younger sister's life. Katnis has grown up in a world where life is cheap, meaningless, and without purpose other than staying alive another day. As a character, she is a fascinating mix of childhood innocence with country bumpkin naivete. While skilled in some physical activities, she has had no guidance as to her capabilities and the games become an hour by hour exercise in survival. Along the way, she learns some important lessons on becoming an adult and slowly begins to recognize that the entire system is stacked against her.<br/><br/>At the same time, she recognizes that going from no one caring about your survival to having many people invested in your survival is meaningless when their interests are merely selfish. The basic story is one of survival on your own terms regardless of the consequences.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUA0RTT0HQCOU?ASIN=0439023521	As someone who generally doesn't read teenage novels...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">""Here's some advice. Stay alive.""  Such is the tip 16-year-old Katniss Everdeen obtains from her coach, Haymitch Abernathy. But Haymitch is no conventional coach. He has the occupation of training the contestants from his district for... The Hunger Games. Each year, 24 contestants, one boy and one girl from each of the twelve districts, are chosen by random lottery to partake in a fight-to-the-death event, which is broadcasted live for entertainment by the Capitol. The Hunger Games, by Suzanne Collins, tells Katniss' story, as she joins with Peeta Mellark as the District 12 competitors to fight it out. Only one will make it out alive.<br/><br/>As someone who generally doesn't read teenage novels, I have to say that I was pleasantly surprised with The Hunger Games. A novel about about twenty four teenagers competing in an annual fight-to-the-death event isn't what I would generally place on my reading list. But even I found it difficult at times to read with a critical mind and not become completely engrossed in the story. Marking the comparisons between the Gamemakers and the media today was thought-provoking and new to me. I delighted in getting to know the characters and feel that Collins has plenty to work with in her next novel.<br/><br/>I would recommend that parents of children younger than the age of thirteen read the novel themselves first, and use the knowledge that they have of their children's capacity to handle violence to decide whether The Hunger Games is an appropriate read for them. But for most cases, I highly recommend this novel to those-especially in the young adults' audience- who enjoy science fiction and a well developed story.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RATZMQF466IGY?ASIN=0439023521	Is anyone concerned about the glorification of violence in this story?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Yes, I do find it entertaining.  Yes, I find myself getting swept into the thrill of it.<br/>And then I look at myself and see how easily I become just like the citizens in the story.  After a moment or two of horror at these ""games""- children being forced to kill children- after an initial moment or two, I find myself falling into the mass hype of it, the fun of it, the fact that everyone's eagerly anticipating it and wanting to share the experience.  So it's okay, right?  I see children and parents flocking to it together with great smiles and excitement.  ~And yes, the story does have a few moments of real lessons, about real compassion.  But when I witness myself deep-down cheering for Katniss to kill someone, or for anyone to die (as long as they are not Katniss or Katniss's loved ones) l really need to stop. I have to take a look at that, and register the horror of how easily I have just slipped into such feelings, barbaric, hateful, dangerous feelings, that I dedicate my life to opposing.  It is not in line with the person I aspire to be to think even for a moment that I hope someone suffers harm.  The fact that it's only a story, or only a movie, does not matter; this is where we get our heroes, how we practice who we will become.  ...So, just because a story is powerful and thrilling and makes me feel alive, doesn't mean I should honor it and follow wherever it leads me.  Suzanne Collins is a powerful storyteller, and Hunger Games is a thrilling tale.  For myself I can say: This is not a good thing.  ...I'm surprised that when I talk about this with friends, I can't find one single person who has these thoughts. Wow.  What is going on?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDMVPFPDIP0MW?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games Review by Jackson Miller	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins is one of my favorite books for a lot of reasons, one being the excitement of the book. The plot is one of the best plots of any book. It keeps you on the edge of your seat when your reading it. The plot is so good it will make you not want to stop reading the book. It could change from slow and calm to fast and exciting in the matter of pages. At the end of almost every chapter there is a huge cliffhanger that makes you want to keep reading to find out what is happening next. In other words, it keeps you guessing. The plot of The Hunger Games is not only excited but dramatic too. The chose of words that Suzanne Collins uses makes the book just that much better. When I was reading it, all throughout the book I could easily picture what Suzanne Collins was saying, thats how descriptive and well written this book is.<br/><br/>  I would recommend this book to everyone. I think it is a great book for anyone, whether you are a romance, excitement, action, or adventure lover, this book is for you. It has everything! That is what makes this book so amazing, the different kind of variety and genres it contains. The Hunger Games is just like any romance book, there is love and broken hearts, people risking their life for each other, and many other reasons. Besides all the romance it is very exciting and action and adventure filled. People fighting to the death for others amusement, some rebelling moves, sacrifice, and many other exciting and action-packed parts.  Although this book may contain violence, I think it is suitable for many ages. Suzanne Collins is very descriptive in this book and it is very easy to follow along.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28YSGPBQ0ZOX2?ASIN=0439023521	Absolutely LOVE it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My English professor &amp; a friend recommended this book to me so I went ahead and read it and I'm so glad I did because this is one of the best book I've ever read (The whole series is amazing). Absolutely LOVE it! I'm not a big reader myself but I already re-read this book at least 5 times.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDSRWSK9ARO7D?ASIN=0439023521	A Favorite I Can't Stop Rereading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">NO SPOILERS! :D<br/><br/>I could go on about this book for hours honestly. I love the complexity of the characters: Katniss's strength, Peeta's kindness, Cato's brutality, Foxface's cunning, how the characters' personalities were effected by the games, and soo much more!! The characters are very multidimensional and relatable, everything felt so real.<br/><br/>I also loved the description the author utilized. The setting of the arena was extremely detailed, and it felt like I was a tribute in the games! Collins's writing is so authentic.<br/><br/>Most of all, I love the plot. Teenagers fighting to the death for the glory of the districts? Suzanne Collins is one fan-freaking-tastic author! I read that she was inspired to write The Hunger Games by watching war coverage and reality TV. That's amazing creativity!<br/><br/>I would give this book 4.5 stars if I could, just because I love the plot of Catching Fire a teensy bit more. Wait until you meet the tributes in those games! ;)<br/><br/>This book will be remembered for decades to come. I proudly own the ebook and hardcover versions! If you love this series, I suggest the illustrated guides, I only own one of them unfortunately. They're great if you're trying to get a non-reader to delve into Panem! Also on my Hunger Games Wishlist is The Unofficial Hunger Games Cookbook! Check it out ;)<br/><br/>All of the above comes from a 17 year old girl, who falls in love with the series over and over again each time she rereads it. This was probably the fifth or sixth time.<br/><br/>I sincerely hope my review gets you non readers out there to give this book a chance. You won't regret it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TRXC89TZ7NTX?ASIN=0439023521	Riveting, brutal adventure story - great read for teens and adults alike!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book on my own before reading it with a class of seventh grade students, and I was riveted.  I couldn't put it down.  I literally stayed up all night to finish it.  The kids were equally engaged and kept wanting to read ahead (which is AWESOME!).  The book graphically describes some intensely violent situations so I would recommend this for teens thirteen and up.  I waited until my daughter was 13 before reading it with her and made sure to give her a heads up that it describes some brutal scenarios.  There is very little physical romance but there was some really intense descriptions of teenagers killing each other.  The good news for teachers and parents is that this book will hook both teenage boys and girls - and then you will enjoy it when the kids are finished with it!<br/><br/>The storyline is simple: the story is set in a nation post-rebellion.  The province that is currently in power, the Capitol, is committed to ensuring the obedience of the other provinces moving forward.  So every year, they have each of the other twelve provinces choose a boy and a girl by lottery to compete for their lives in the Arena.  Twenty-four kids enter the Arena, but only one leaves - and they get a life of luxury for the rest of their lives (not as great as it sounds...).  The story follows the main character, a girl named Katniss from a poor province who is a skilled hunter which gives her a distinct advantage in the Arena.  The book explores teenage love, loyalty and courage.  I don't want to give the story away, but I strongly recommend The Hunger Games.  After reading this book, I could not wait to read the other books in the series!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18R5FP7T8W1D7?ASIN=0439023521	Addictive easy reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's not the most amazing literature in the world -- but man, this is addictive.  Read the whole thing in about two days, barely looking up to eat or sleep.  Such an engrossing world, and there are moments that are heartwrenching. Definitely worth picking up.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2J1N80ENZMSXF?ASIN=0439023521	Every adult should read this, young or old!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Pop culture annoys me typically so when I saw how popular the upcoming movie was I was sure that I would be uninterested in the movie and especially the book - until I read about the plot and inspiration for this novel.  And then I kept hearing about it from co-workers who had read the books when originally released and my interest grew.<br/><br/>It's good obviously - there are plenty of reviews here that will tell you that dating back 4 years!  My fear was the romance angle - was this just turning into a political version of the ""Twilight"" series? I am happy to report that the political and human interest angle of this was not drowned out with a romantic triangle in hopes of keeping any particular type of reader appeased!  You are in Katniss' head the entire time - a young woman who has not just these games thrown upon her, but extra responsibilities she never saw coming.  You get to see how she has to learn to deal with these as well.<br/><br/>Many people told me the book was slow in the beginning, but it never seemed so to me.<br/><br/>I know there are many right-wing American's who view this as a way of seeing how govt can go too far and get too large.  I see that as well when I read this, but not just in the 12 districts and their ""tributes"".  I see it as well in the people of the ""Capital"" who are kept distracted and somewhat immune from their leader's cruelties by an abundance of food, entertainment, and other material items.  And remember that it is the poor who are kept down and slaves to the rich in this book - sound familiar?  But I guess it's easy to overlook that oppression when you are given so many toys.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36WFJ2OK5NAHP?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't Stop Reading!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am an avid reader and I have loved many books, but this is the first one that has captured me so intently that I wanted to write a review.  The Hunger Games was a Christmas present that I haven't been able to put down since.  I finished the book then proceeded to read it from the beginning all over again.  The characters in this book are so rich, well-rounded, and courageous.  The subject matter could be disturbing to some people, but I think part of the beauty of the book is the honesty in which it portrays humans - from our capacity to hurt one another to our capacity for love, compassion, and loyalty.<br/><br/>My birthday is coming up soon and I have asked for the other 2 books as a present, but I honestly don't know if I can wait that long to continue with this engaging and meaningful story.  I am as conflicted now as I was reading the book...  I simultaneously want to devour the story greedily and savor all of the sweet and bitter notes as slowly as possible to make them last.<br/><br/>This is a story I won't soon forget.  I can't do justice to the plot, so I won't try to recap it.  All I can recommend is that you let Suzanne Collins walk you through the story she has artfully weaved because you will enjoy every minute!  I will definitely be recommending this book to everyone I know from my mother to my grandmother to my friends and husband.  This book has the ability to appeal to every type of person I can imagine.  I am usually not a fan of science fiction or fantasy books, but I'm not even sure that this book can be put into one category or another.  It is just a great book all around.  Prepare yourself to be addicted!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQ7SB5B3GUZM6?ASIN=0439023521	Disturbingly great trip	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The first chapter wasn't an immediate hook, but it wasn't long before I was deeply invested in the characters (my number one demand from a novel). Collins does a fine job of creating well-rounded, consistent characters in this dystopian novel. Did I say consistent? Absolutely. Too many novels fall apart on that point. This one doesn't. Life in the Seam is so well described that the pages actually feel gray and drab. When Prim is selected for the Hunger Games, I could sense Katniss's panic and helplessness.<br/><br/>Collins relies a bit much on flashback in the beginning to create the back stories, but it soon sticks to the present moment and kept me reading each word. Her pace unfolds at a leisurely pace, sometimes feeling a tad slow but always picking back up. I thought the writing would've benefited from occasional section breaks to enhance the passage of time.<br/><br/>The world of the Hunger Games is, to say the least, surreal; at times it comes off as one big game show, like The Running Man. But I never had problems with my suspension of disbelief. The tracker jackers, mockingjays, and the loathsome nature of the Capitol seemed fitting (and in a nightmarish way, plausible). The only time I felt there was a bit of a stretch was the wolf-creatures that were apparently mutations of the other tributes. That seemed unnecessary, and a bit corny. Maybe it plays into book 2, but rabid wolf-creatures would've been enough.<br/><br/>I was satisfied with the end. It wasn't great, wasn't a let down. No big resolution, but at least there wasn't a cliff-hanger (which I despise).<br/><br/>Best book I've read in 2010. Looking forward to book 2.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13P1ZM0IFRKYB?ASIN=0439023521	Gruesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was hard to put down but it was also violent. I'm not sure I'm glad I read it. There are a lot of good books around that are hard to put down without relying on disturbing scenes. It was recommended for my 12 year old son and I think 12 is too young to be reading something like this.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NV49ULMP6GA8?ASIN=0439023521	Most Exciting Book Ever!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved It!!<br/><br/>I'm not exactly sure why I didn't read this sooner. Maybe the idea of kids being placed in an arena to fight for their lives caused me to be a little weary of it, but hands down, this definitely earns a spot on my favorite shelf.<br/><br/>A century after environmental catastrophes have changed the face of North America. The former US, now known as Panem, is divided into 12 districts and a capitol. At one point in time, the districts rebelled against The Capitol but lost. As a result, The Capital now holds The Hunger Games every year. The Hunger Games is a reality show where two children - a boy and a girl - from each district are put into an arena to fight each other and the last one left alive wins.<br/><br/>Not many books have caused me to have such strong emotions, not only for the characters but for the setting as well. Collins created such a believable world and characters that it was easy for me to get lost in their lives and experience the intense situations they were forced to face.<br/><br/>I love Katniss. Her determination to take her sister's place in the games made her a great heroine in my eyes. I couldn't help but root for her every step of the way. She's strong, stubborn, and by far, one of the best female characters in the YA world. Other players had just enough backstory to help me decide whether to love or hate them. There was no unnecessary info, nor was there any details left out.<br/><br/>I completely devoured this book and can't wait to read more of Katniss...and Peta. All I got to say is if you haven't already read this yet, then you're missing out on possible the most exciting book ever!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1E4JVYJ09SING?ASIN=0439023521	Page Turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Retired professional who was concerned this was really just for teenagers.  Many adult friends enjoyed this book.  Not literary--but compelling and enjoyable.  Have read all three of the books and I kept turning the pages to see what would happen., next.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20K011VYG3AAS?ASIN=0439023521	A modern allegorical tale to share with older children	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Approached as an allegory, the characterizations work very well, particularly once you read all three volumes. In this first book, Gale correctly identifies the enemy as the Capitol and nurtures an ideological hatred for it. Peeta hopes that he will not loose himself in the arena; somehow find a way to defy the Capitol's power over his spirit. More than that, he pledges to protect Katniss because of his love for her, something he had done since that day his mother beat him for singeing those loaves of bread long ago. And Katniss? She must find where her self lies between the two poles.<br/><br/>The second volume (no worries, this is not a spoiler) makes mention of *panem et circenses* (bread and circuses), a political strategy described by Juvenal to the Rome of his time that emperors used as a means for to appease the population; the parallels between Katniss's world and Juvenal's are inescapable, but the modern parallel may be closer to home than one might think.<br/><br/>A great book for discussing allegory, foreshadowing, and recurring themes with older children. Hunt for symbols and their meaning. Yes, the mockingjay is hard to miss. The characters themselves represent certain ideals that are wonderful starting places for discussions. Beyond the tools of storytelling, there are questions the author explores about personhood; the proper exercise of citizenship; sacrifice; surrender to our baser instincts and yes, transcendence from it.<br/><br/>At least read the first two books before launching into discussions. If you can, I highly recommend reading all three, and then talking some more!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JCK4GFAF7K20?ASIN=0439023521	Pleasantly surprised.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'll admit it's taken me a long time to read this book.  I didn't want to get wrapped up in the hype and to be honest the subject matter didn't exactly appeal to me.  I've been reading the reviews for a year deciding if I should take the plunge and read this book.  All I really knew about it was that kids were put into an arena and fought to their death until only one survived.  Not exactly bed-time reading and an enjoyable book to get into.<br/><br/>Now, being an adult I'm sure I have a whole different opinion about this book than your average teen does.  I started reading The Hunger Games and finished the first one in a week.  I even downloaded the second one and read that one in three days!  Now I see why people have read this book.<br/><br/>I'm not going to say it's all fun and games.  There's a lot of violence and if you are kind of queezy and find the subject matter difficult this isn't the book for you.  Yes, it's about kids killing each other but when you get past that part it's a book about control - government control.  I don't want to give the entire thing away and from some of the other reviews there are pretty detailed descriptions of this book.<br/><br/>This is a very good book.  It's a pretty quick read and will keep you thinking about it after you're finished.<br/><br/>One last thing that doesn't have to do with this book.  I've found the reviews of other readers as a great temperature gauge in making my decision to read or not to read The Hunger Games.  When I'm selecting a book to read I very seldom read what critics write but always read what other reader's have written.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JVFIGEH5AYVX?ASIN=0439023521	Great read for all ages	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I put off reading this for a while, but I was curious about the series because the popularity of this book was amazing, even among adults.  I am glad I finally read it.<br/><br/>This book drew me in from page one.  I could hardly put it down.  Frankly, I wasn't expecting to enjoy this book so much, and I had to immediately buy the other two books.<br/><br/>The premise behind the story is a bit disturbing - a post-apocalyptic world in which children are chosen by lottery to fight to the death on television.  The book has elements of anarchy, oppression, poverty, depression, and hopelessness.  and yet, throughout the story there is love, humor, compassion, cleverness, and intelligence.  The characters are flawed, human, and ring true.<br/><br/>It's also nice, and refreshing, to see a young woman who is strong enough to handle the tough situation she finds herself in.  Katniss carries her family's survival on her shoulders, mainly by hunting in the forbidden zone with her best friend and potential boyfriend.  She recognizes that in the wake of her father's death, her mother is depressed and can't always provide for the family.  Katniss is also protective of her younger sister.  It's not an ideal childhood/adolescence but the author does a great job of bringing forth Katniss' strength as well as her youthfulness and inexperience.<br/><br/>Ms. Collins' imagination is simply amazing.  The complexities of Panam and its various inhabitants are so well written as to draw the reader into the story so completely that it's hard to put the book down.<br/><br/>Brava Ms Collins!  Well done indeed!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7ONF36VQ6PQM?ASIN=0439023521	Simply Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've seen this premise before: the government pitting children (or adults) against each other in a game of death with the ultimate prize being survival. I've always been somewhat turned off from such stories, but after hearing such good things about this book, I had to read it. I'm very glad I did. This is an extremely well written story that hit me emotionally as well.<br/><br/>Katniss lives a dystopian North America which has been divided into districts. Life is tough. Very tough. In order to survive, Katniss has learned survival skills and sneaks out, beyond the boundaries of District 12, to hunt and forage. Each year the children of the districts are entered into a lottery. A boy and a girl will be sent to the rich and hedonistic Capital to compete for their lives in The Hunger Games. When Katniss' sister is chosen, she volunteers to go instead. She is accompanied by her fellow District 12 competitor, Peta. The odds are very much against her.<br/><br/>This book is an emotional whirlwind in a well developed world. From the first page, Katniss is described in a way that elicits the utmost sympathy, though I didn't quite connect with her personally. She's a smart, very ""black and white"" character who can't always see the subtleties. She can scheme with the best of her competitors, but can't imagine that anyone would have any truly altruistic goals to help her. This can be a little frustrating, but it's the only part of the book I didn't ""get."" Of course, this book is about killing to survive, so there's a good amount of violence in the book, though it's not gory. I'd recommend it for teens to adults.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33WNQ7WWC9YGB?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games makes me hungry for more!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games makes me hungry for more! From the first page to the very last sentence this book was glued to my hands! The Hunger Games is a futuristic twist of The Giver and The City of Ember. As soon as I picked up this book, I knew I was addicted. With every page a twist and turn entered the book. As i read this, I wasn't just reading page to page. Every detail and emotion caused to me feel as though I was a member of Panem watching all the behind the scenes of ""The Hunger Games."" Katniss kept me inside her head making sure I knew exactly how she felt. The Hunger Games is an inspirational story that every type of reader will enjoy! The Hunger Games is full of adventure, battle, mysteries, stories, emotions, and love! The foundation of this book wasn't based on simply struggle. The author Suzanne Collins, continuously brings us back to the battle Katniss is going through, the struggles the ""tributes"" are facing, and the ""love"" Peeta and Katniss say to have for each other. I can't wait to read the rest of the trilogy. This book is by far the most intriguing and delightful book I've read. It hit all of my soft points. I found myself laughing, mourning, and in love all at the same time! After I read this book, it was not just a book that sat on my shelf. This book opened my eyes and impacted how I take things for granted and how much the little things are worth.<br/><br/>I would recommend this book to the High School level and higher due to battles and affection. I  think that at some point everybody should read this book. This book has truly given me a new perspective on every day  life.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VGJTURIA4KLR?ASIN=0439023521	Let the Games Begin!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well what can I say about The Hunger Games that hasn't been said already. This book has been on my TBR pile for awhile now and thanks to Adam @ Roof Beam Reader I finally put it on my list to get read this year (plus the movie is coming out and I didn't want to see that before I read the book).<br/><br/>Almost everyone knows what the plot is to The Hunger Games. It is set in a dystopian world that for fun (like the Romans and the Colosseum) like to pit children from different Districts against each other in a battle to the death. Now each District has certain advantages depending on what their District is noted for. Katniss and Peeta are from District 12, one of the poorest of the Districts. Katniss originally is not drawn but instead her sister, Prim, is. Katniss knows that Prim would not stand a chance if she goes, so Katniss volunteers to go.<br/><br/>Right away, Katniss and Peeta's sponsors know that they have to be very creative so they play the forlorn lovers angle. Katniss, whose best friend Gale (love triangle alert) is watching back home is forced to go along (or is she?). Katniss and Peeta really compliment each other. Peeta has the strength and Katniss has the brains.<br/><br/>I did enjoy Collin's dystopian world. There is a lot that I know is going to happen in the next two books that I look forward to reading. A caution to all YA readers is that some parts are quite violent but what would you expect when you are fighting to the death. Great read and I think it will be a hit when the movie comes out. Collin's writing is quite visual and I could see some of these scenes play out on the big screen.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7N0MJNWESWNT?ASIN=0439023521	I HUNGER...FOR MORE!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What’s my recipe for a delicious read? One part blood sport, two parts love and a zesty pinch of character development, that’s what! Sprinkle in some of the most strikingly named characters since my very own General Maddoxton and you’ve got yourself one savory pot of literary fondue. Katniss Everdeen. Peeta Mellerk. Haymitch Abernathy. Caesar Flickermann. Effie Trinket. The great Emeril Lagasse himself doesn’t make Louisiana gumbo this spicy.<br/><br/>Now you dear readers, might be saying to yourself: Eric Jonrosh, warrior-poet and author of the sweeping epic “The Spoils of Babylon,” set to air on IFC this very January 9th—doesn’t “The Hunger Games” series read much like your off-Broadway musical “The Famine Fiasco” sounded? Admittedly, it does. But who hasn’t written a tale or twelve about doe-eyed adolescents forced to hunt one another in a bloody attempt to satisfy the murderous ambitions of an apocalyptic future society? I personally consider that narrative archetype a fine plot starter for any aspiring dream weaver.<br/><br/>Now if Mrs. Collins were to follow up this fine series with a novel about a rags-to-riches-to-rags-to-riches-to-rags oil tycoon with a borderline incestuous relationship with his conniving adopted sister, Cynthia Morehouse, well then yes, I’d be rather miffed. So be forewarned, Suzanne, you may be a salty young scribe, but stay away from “The Spoils of Babylon,” or you’ll have heaven, hell and Eric Jonrosh to pay.<br/><br/>Suddenly Angrily,<br/><br/>Eric Jonrosh, author/director/lover of “The Spoils of Babylon,” airing on IFC, January the 9th, 2014</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RILDF4J0JXM8W?ASIN=0439023521	Survior for Teens	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked the book, I did, it was interesting, but the whole time I rad it I felt like hmm where have i seen this plot before. I figured it out. Survivor! this book is just Survivor on steroids. I love Survivor, so I guess thats why i liked the book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQDQA0PAK9CEC?ASIN=0439023521	Spirit	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Plotwise there is nothing new in ""The Hunger Games"".  So, how does Suzanne Collins manage to use recycled plots (a boy/girl story) and still create riviting reading for all age groups and not just young adults?  This is a question that is not so easy to answer.  In the same way that J. K. Rowling used derivative plotlines and characters in her Harry Potter books (wizards, spells, and children in jeapordy are not new and caused her book to be rejected by over 60 publishers) Suzanne Collins uses tried and true plotlines (a self-less act, retaining one's humanity while succeeding in the face of adversity) that have worked in stories for thousands of years.  ""The Hunger Games"" may not have worked so well if Suzanne Collins hadn't made it a 'coming of age' story about a girl having to change her perceptions.  Katniss Everdeen has survived so far by relying on her wits and skill.  It is not easy for her to accept the possibility of help and unconditional love from a non-family member (Peeta Mellark the baker's son) and survive a televised game that feeds on the grisly deaths of its contestants.  (We have futuristic gladiators on reality television taken to the extreme.)  This is where ""The Hunger Games"" gets elevated to the level of wry social commentary just as Paddy Chayefsky did with his screenplay ""Network"".  So, how did Suzanne Collins manage to write such a wonderful book?  The answer is that she carefully crafted her story to appeal to our preconceived expectations for story.  You should read ""Wired for Story"" for a more in-depth explanation.  So it is.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23CZUQQ7FY3FE?ASIN=0439023521	This book was awesome! It's worth reading.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I started reading the first few pages of this book I was like, this book is ok nothing really good about it, but as I read more and more of it, I just couldn't put  it down! The Hunger Games has action, adventure, romance, and some violence in it. It was really intriguing! There were lots of times where I didn't know some events were going to happen, then all of a sudden it just surprised me. I also like how Suzanne Collins always leaves you thinking, What's going to happen next? Every time I finished a chapter, thats what I was always wondering, which made me want to read more.<br/><br/>I love the author's writing style, she's always so descriptive in the characters and places, that I didn't have to question what the people or the places looked liked. It felt like I was in the book too, experiencing all the things that happened to the teenagers, I loved it! This book isn't slow or dragging, there is always something happening which kept me entertained the whole time. This is probably the best book that I've ever read and I'm glad that there  are two other books in the series.<br/><br/>The story is mostly about 24 teenagers that have to compete against each other and have to fight to the finish. I think that's kind of scary because you never know when someone's going to come up and kill you. So you have to kill everyone, but also be the last one to survive The Hunger Games.<br/><br/>So overall I would highly recommend this book to young adults or older just because there might be some gruesome things that happen. I cannot wait to read Catching Fire and Mockingjay!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VRU2ISH7MKVW?ASIN=0439023521	I Didn't Even Want To Read This Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So, I just finished reading <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Boys-From-Manchester/dp/B00CIX1PDI"">The Boys From Manchester</a>, which is written in a first person, present tense narrative (which I really like, because everything is happening while you're reading it, and that always makes it more exciting for me), and it's also a really cool story about teens with superpowers and it has a kick-ass climax. So now I'm all hyped up and looking for something to read that won't let me down after having just experienced such an awesome book, right?<br/><br/>Then a friend of mine, who also read The Boys From Manchester, asks me if I've read The Hunger Games yet and believe it or not, I haven't even seen the movie. It just seemed a little too hyped up, and I'm not really into following the crowd. But my friend says, ""You HAVE to read this book."" He tells me that it is also written in the first person, present tense narrative and that it will really pull me in. I will admit that I was skeptical going in, but this book is fantastic! Katniss is a great narrator and she takes the time to develop details of the story before the games begin, which I really liked. The action scenes are intense and the quiet moments in between are genuinely moving (my favorite is the scene where Katniss and Peta are in the cave and she's feeding the soup, it was very sweet and tender).<br/><br/>All in all, a great read. It had me hooked from page one. I will definitely be reading <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Catching-Fire-The-Second-Book-of-the-Hunger-Games/dp/0545586178"">Catching Fire (The Second Book of the Hunger Games)</a> and <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Mockingjay-The-Final-Book-of-The-Hunger-Games/dp/0439023513"">Mockingjay (The Final Book of The Hunger Games)</a>!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OQL4TG9GC8XX?ASIN=0439023521	Very good writing, even for a 23 year old college graduate	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I borrowed this book for free with Amazon Prime and read it on my new Kindle Fire. I loved the books premise of the totalitarian government's The Hunger Games as a repressive tactic against the twelve districts that seem to be on the verge of rebellion. The government is a mix between the central power of the Soviet Union and the brutality of the Nazi party. Not only does the government force the twelve districts to select 12 ""tributes"" but also uses extreme violence to quell any rebellion. As the main character points out, crimes as small as petty theft are punishable by death. To exacerbate the districts situation, the government also keeps most of the districts in poverty as another tool to prevent rebellion.<br/><br/>Against this dystopic background, is the main character Katniss Everdeen who volunteers for the certain death that being a tribute entails after her little sister is selected. The book follows her journey to the Hunger games and her performance in the competition. The author depicts Katniss and all the other characters brilliantly while even providing sympathy for her opponents. The author focuses the blame for the violence in Katniss's life on the government and tries to depict her opponents as victims of this abuse. The end contains a brilliantly rebellious gesture by Katniss and provides hope for the next two sequels. I recommend this book to anyone who is looking for an entertaining experience with some food for thought. This book should not be simply classified as Young Adult as i believe this book can be enjoyed by anybody.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1O0T8BPUTM9MU?ASIN=0439023521	Save yourself time - buy the next two books in the series.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am not an avid reader, nor do I always commit to books I start reading unless they hook me in from the start - convincingly.  I had more fun reading this - and found it harder to put down than <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Da-Vinci-Code/dp/0307474275"">The Da Vinci Code</a>.<br/><br/>For adult readers, don't let the ""young adult"" label this book carries dissuade you from from jumping on the Hunger Games bandwagon.  This book, and the entire series have very mature, adult themes, corruption, unbelievably violent fighting and deaths (of children, no less...) and complex characters.  The only real reason this title deserves the ""young adult"" label at all is the lack of sex and vulgar language which opens this book up to a wider audience.<br/><br/>I picked up The Hunger Games up free from the Amazon Kindle Owner's Lending Library as my first book for my <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Kindle-Fire-Full-Color-7-Multi-touch-Display-Wi-Fi/dp/B0051VVOB2"">Kindle Fire, Full Color 7"" Multi-touch Display, Wi-Fi</a>. I stayed up until 4am to finish the book. Immediately after finishing I thought about waiting another month for my next ""free"" book loan to read the next book in the series, <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Catching-Fire-The-Second-Book-of-the-Hunger-Games/dp/0439023491"">Catching Fire (The Second Book of the Hunger Games)</a>.  That thought lasted only a fraction of a second before I purchased and downloaded it... and the last book, <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Mockingjay-The-Hunger-Games-Book-3/dp/0439023513"">Mockingjay (The Hunger Games, Book 3)</a> too.  I finished the series within a week - and wanted more!<br/><br/>I can't wait for the movie - and can't wait to see if Collins can come up with a 4th book for the series, which wrapped up tidily in three books... but could always be brought back to life... if we're lucky!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7ZACK2P07C8Q?ASIN=0439023521	Unoriginal, but still enjoyable.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I first began reading this book I was shocked at the blatant plagiarism of Koushin Takami's ""Battle Royale."" The book has almost an exact replica of the storyline, and as ""Battle Royale"" is one of my favorite stories, I was upset. But for some reason I was still unable to put this book down. It was thrilling, suspenseful, and I really found myself liking and cheering on the protagonist, Katniss. Eventually the book begins to distinguish itself as its own story, and this is where I began to really enjoy ""Hunger Games.""<br/><br/>There were still many shocking similarities to ""Battle Royale"" and I even felt that it stole the idea of a town with a lottery system for choosing human sacrifices from Shirley Jackson's short story ""The Lottery."" I just want to make it clear that this book is in no way original, and at times the reader may feel as if they have heard the story before. Despite this I still recommend this book. It does have its strong points. For one it is more of a young adult version of Battle Royale which expands the book's potential audience. Battle Royale has some extremely adult content and themes and although I love the story, I was unable to share it with my 14 year old sister. Although as soon as I finished Hunger Games I lent it to her. It also does have enough distinguishing features to make it its own story, and a good one at that. At the end of book one I found myself wanting more. I definitely plan on buying Part 2, and would tell anyone looking for a fast paced, suspenseful book, to definitely give Hunger Games a read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23RP6Z98VT3QF?ASIN=0439023521	Engaging Story - Engaging Characters	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is one of those book series I've seen people mention for a long time. Since I was looking for something new, I decided to pick up the first book, and was not disappointed. The book is set in a beautifully elaborate dystopian world where the districts (which produce various products) are ruled over by the iron first of 'The Capital'. It is all too easy to slip into this harsh world, and feel for the characters struggling in it.<br/><br/>The story starts off a bit slow, which is where the characters really keep you interested. The build up to the Hunger Games themselves (which don't happen until halfway through the novel) doesn't manage to drag too much, and most of the 'stops' that the tributes make along the way end up all having some nice character interaction and development. There is a stark contrast between the two worlds of the districts and the Capital that help to show that the children sent to fight are no more than sheep for the slaughter.<br/><br/>When the games really begin, though, that is when the book shines. Suspicion, tactics, alliances, love, loss... The Hunger Games has so many levels of different emotions that play out in the conflict to stay alive. The only real downside I'll admit is that I would have liked a bit more focus on some of the other tributes from the other districts. Many of them are just faceless entities, so it's hard to get as much feeling over their loss.<br/><br/>Overall, a good read, a fantastic world, and a book that left me intrigued to find out what else would happen once the games have ended.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17S0LLWXGGMKV?ASIN=0439023521	Absolutely Gripping!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have to admit that, prior to reading ""The Hunger Games,"" I had my doubts - not because I didn't think it sounded like a good book or story, but because I wasn't sure if I would be able to handle a book where 24 contestants (that you grow attached to) are forced to fight to the death on live TV. The premise definitely intrigued me, particularly because I think it's a very interesting take on future society (and could in fact be possible), but I just wasn't sure I had the stomach for it. However, although there were no doubt moments that made me cry (which was quite embarrassing considering I was on the plane sitting next to someone while reading it), Suzanne Collins did such a good job with the story and character development that you love it regardless. The deaths are handled very well - they are described in detail yet not overly gratuitous - and there are so many twists and turns that you are literally incapable of putting the book down (or if you do you'll be left thinking about it all day long).<br/>  I initially only planned on reading a couple pages on the plane ride from Montreal to Atlanta, and then taking a nap for the remainder of the flight (as I was exhausted and had hardly slept a wink the night before). However, after just 5 pages into the book, I was completely hooked and there was no getting me to shut it. I highly recommend this book to anyone and everyone. The ending does leave you wanting to know more, but that just makes you anticipate more strongly the sequel. I can't wait for the next book to come out!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6B3FOGQKJHYO?ASIN=0439023521	Welcome to the Hunger Games; may the odds be ever in your favour	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The blurb originally piqued my interest for this book and after reading the first chapter through Amazon it was clear to me that it would be very worth while for me to buy it. I live in Australia (where it has not been published yet) and those 2 weeks of waiting for this book really were tough for me.<br/><br/>The plot is simple and brutal and really made me feel for the self-sacraficing and authentically careing main character (which is not often for me with girl protagonists) and in more than a few ways reminded me of John Mardsen's books in the Tomorrow Series. However the part of this book that really kept me intrigued was the sadistic 'Game' aspect that allows the readers to really conect with the characters (especially Katiniss) in the feelings towards the Capitol and in turn the need for her to survive... oh and i guess the interest in the relationship with the Bakers Son: Peeta.<br/><br/>Suzanne Collins was able to hold my interest throughout the book with the relationships formed and broken as well as the mystery behind the 'Game' in which i could never could quite tell what made so uneasy about it (apart from of course the mallicious nature of forcing children to kill each other for a nation's entertainment). The promise of more books to come is intriguing and i am certain i want to be one of the first to find out what happens next.<br/><br/>Like i said before, if you liked John Marsdens, Tomorrow Series mixed in with a little romance and a good handfull of heartache then this is a book you will deffinitely want to check out soon.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RB1IKGJSWA8CA?ASIN=0439023521	May the Odds Be Ever in Your Favor!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins has written a very powerful futuristic society where 24 young adolescences must fight to the death. Katniss Everdeen takes her younger sister's place as tribute in the annual hunger games. Katniss is the heroine with her bow and arrow. She has taken over her own family since her father's death. Her mother is unable to cope with life. Katniss has become a parent to her sister. She hunts for food in the woods with her best male friend, Gale.<br/><br/>She is not alone in the Hunger Games when Peeta Mellark is with her. She only has one memory of him. Along the long journey, Peeta has had feelings for Katniss.<br/><br/>In this novel, it is rare to see gender roles switch. Katniss, the female, is the stronger and more masculine while Peeta appears weaker and more emotional. Peeta also has a low self confidence and esteem. Still they are a couple to root for the whole time.<br/><br/>I have to say the movie adaptation was faithful to the novel. I enjoy reading about Katniss and Peeta's relationship blossoming over the dreadful hunger games.<br/><br/>To me, this book represents society's obsession with reality shows where lives are ruined for entertainment purposes. Our society has become wrongly transfixed on reality shows as just entertainment. You have to think about how the reality shows affect the willing participants.<br/><br/>If I have one issue with the book, the writing could have been more focused towards the end. I felt the pages could have been edited especially after it was Cato and them.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R202W0473QCJ1?ASIN=0439023521	How Hungry is America?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">There are some books that jump off the shelf because their creativity is an easy disguise for a sign of the times. When my wife first suggested the Hunger Games, I thought it was too overtly brutal to become popular. Boy was I wrong. However, the reason it is becoming the next pop-culture book and movie series appears to come from our sense of connection to the plight of the characters. That should lead us to ask: Are we as Americans so desperate in our current recession that we can identify with the Hunger Games? As I read the first book, the link became clear. I could feel the pain of Katniss. She exists in a world where the few have everything and the many suffer in silence. While our current situation as a country is nowhere near the desperate times experienced during the great depression, there are a lot of people suffering in silence.<br/><br/>I watched the movie before reading the book but it did not change my opinion of the underlying drive. You can't help but to feel for the main characters as they face each obstacle before them in what appears to be an impossible environment. How many of us are looking at our small businesses and dwindling paychecks while trying to plan for a future that appears so uncertain. As long as I struggle in my own life, I'll feel the need to follow the adventures of anyone who struggles so mightily in theirs. This is one reason why we love fiction so much. This is why I'm now invested in the Hunger Games. I need to believe that no matter how bad things appear, there is still hope.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1AZC9VBDRML7Q?ASIN=0439023521	High Energy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">SPOILER ALERT<br/><br/>Okay...so I totally loved this book and almost gave it 5 stars, but in the beginning it was hard for me to get into and some of the names are ridiculous (The baker's son is named Peeta - seriously, come on!).  AND it was kind of a cross between the novels Graceling/Fire and the movie Fifth Element...which leads me to a big beef I have with how similar it was to Graceling and Fire.  Don't get me wrong, these are completely different stories but the strong parallels between the books is interesting...hmmm.  For example:<br/><br/>HG: Main character is Katniss / Grace: Main character is Katsa<br/>---<br/>HG: You see a definite love triangle between Katniss, Peeta, and Gale<br/>Grace: Love triangle is between Katsa, Po, and Giddon (Weird)<br/>---<br/>Both Katniss and Katsa (and Fire for that matter) are completely anti-marriage and anti-children. Hugh...what are we teaching our youth!<br/>---<br/>Katniss has the incredible survival skills of Katsa and the archery skills of Fire<br/>Katniss is also amazingly beautiful and considered the ""girl on fire""<br/>---<br/>Po loses his eyesight / Peeta loses a leg.<br/>---<br/>Not to mention the political unrest, corrupt governments, and mass killings.<br/><br/>BUT honestly once I got going, I couldn't stop and I can't wait to read the next installment. All-in-all this futuristic, sci-fi, war game novel with a splash of romance is wonderful. Collins also has a gift of leaving you hanging at the end of each chapter and the book begs for you to keep going.  I can't wait for Catching Fire and Mocking Jay.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RZDBWERWA3BS?ASIN=0439023521	"Not a ""Dystopian"" fan...but WOW."	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I reserve 5 stars for books that (in some way) just blew my mind. (Notice that this one earned 5 stars).<br/>I own the Kindle version and two copies of the paperback (one for marking up).<br/><br/>I am actually 'afraid' of Dystopian fiction: the world seems so 'dystopian' itself sometimes that just reading the news is enough to get a fix, but after a year of resisting, I read it. One and a half days to finish.<br/><br/>Wow.<br/><br/>So much has already been written, I'll try to say something different.<br/>Firstly, this author knows how to write a book: structurally and efficiently. She pulls no punches, there is no waffling on and the layers are subtle and deep.<br/>If inclined, this book can lead to long, late-night discussions on the role of reality-tv, modern China's role in world commerce and the  age-old relationship of rich vs. poor / first world vs. third world and even how America has become more stratified in the early 21st Century. I'm sure I missed some topics.<br/><br/>There are some people who have heard of the book and are horrified that a novel ""would condone teenagers killing each other"". Yeah. Like Harry Potter ""condones the worship of 'the Dark Arts'"".<br/>In both cases, these people have not read the books that they are commenting on.<br/><br/>Now, that said, KNOW your teenager. Some could handle this at 14, some only at 19. Choose wisely, but even more importantly, read it yourself first: it may be in the ""Young adult"" section, but this book is not juvenile in any way.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33Z5J593MQLJ5?ASIN=0439023521	Twilight's Antithesis	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The most agreeable thing Stephanie Meyer has ever written is on the back cover: ""The Hunger Games is amazing."" Meyer's endorsement blows my mind, because, let's face it, the Twilight series boils down to an infatuated romance between a lonely, naive teenager and an impossibly good guy centenarian. Now I'm sure Meyer would say Twilight is a romantic fantasy about eternal love and sacrifice. Just like Romeo and Juliet. If Romeo was 35.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is the exact opposite of that nonsense. The more I think about it, the more I'm convinced that Suzanne Collins is a genius who read Twilight, was appalled, and decided to write the exact opposite book. The Hunger Games has strong, self reliant and responsible characters who make...reasoned decisions. These characters are defined primary through their talents and actions, not by their attractiveness. Yeah, they are universally good looking, but it seems like more of a coincidence than a requirement. The romance is realistic. The plot is constantly engaging. The Hunger games is readable, thought provoking, and ultimately provides positive role models for its target audience. It is a great book.<br/><br/>One last thing that makes me even more impressed with Collins. She makes several criticisms of American society for a book with such broad appeal. The ""Capitol"" is trifling and resource hogging, contrasting the underpaid and overworked residents in the Districts. Suzanne doesn't say exactly what each District produces, but I'm pretty sure one of them makes iPads.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DFNF6IYEY61H?ASIN=0439023521	Riveting Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book. It is action packed, and it has great character development. I am on the edge of my seat for the final installment. I try to get every single one of my students who asks for a reading recommendation to read this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R340I83L1LHPOY?ASIN=0439023521	Not Worth the Hype	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I think I'm about the last person on the planet earth to read this book, and also about the first person not to absolutely adore these books. I had been told to read them for ages, particularly from Gail. The last 100 pages or so is really what redeemed it for me.<br/><br/>My big issue with this book was the writing. It seriously almost made me put it down, but every time I was about to do that, the book would redeem itself slightly. The first third to half of the book was awfully slow. It was slow reading, but at the same time intriguing. I didn't really understand all of what was going on, so I wanted to know everything.<br/><br/>I loved the characters. Most of them all had such depth and were wonderful. Rue was absolutely my favorite character of the book. I adored her. Peeta was a character I liked right off the bat. Katniss was an interesting character, but I found her a bit annoying. I just didn't like her thoughts. I found her flat and I didn't like her at all.<br/><br/>Another thing about The Hunger Games I really did like was the world. I thought it was simply fascinating and I loved how Collins set it up.<br/><br/>This was overall a good read, but it just didn't live up to what I thought it would be. I have heard nothing but glowing things for it, and while I loved all the character (minus Katniss some of the time) and thouht the plot was original and intriguing, the plot was slower and I really wasn't a fan of the writing. The ending though, was ace, and has me extremely excited for Catching Fire.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PA754GI8J5JH?ASIN=0439023521	This book is in my top 2 books of all time!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Spoilers!<br/>  I was captivated from the first chapter and all the way to that cliffhanger ending! I have noticed a lot of comments on the fact that Katniss doesn't have the voice of a 16 year old girl, but I think that you would sound older too, if you have gone through what she had. Single handedly feeding her mother and sister, braving the hardships of the woods, and winding up in the Hunger Games.<br/> I loved how everything was described, there wasn't too much scenery description, but I thought that that fit Katniss, who strikes me as the type of person who pays more attention to what's hiding, rather than what's actually there.<br/> I love how attached Katniss is to Prim, her little sister, I really have to think that that is who Katniss loves the most.It's proven when Katniss decides she will have to try and win the Games, even though it would be nearly impossible for her, because her sister begged her to. Also, Katniss gets attached to Rue (my favorite character), because of her similarity to Prim. And when Rue dies, it's almost like her own sister has died.<br/> I also enjoyed how Katniss battled her way through the Games, facing a new adventure and challenge around every corner. I also found myself really immersed in Katniss's feelings, when she's scared, I find myself feeling the same way, and I cried when Rue died, and I loved the song Katniss sung to Rue.<br/> Overall, I think that this book is for ages 11 and up, and that it is the type of book to read over and over again!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YS5RZ8P9TLHN?ASIN=0439023521	One Of my Top Ten!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This wonderful book (and its sequels) have done three prominent things: One, made me cry. Two, Made me laugh. three, made it onto my top ten series list. The Hunger Games, Catching Fire, and -of course- Mockingjay, are absolutely a trilogy that I would reccommend. There are a few things that you should know before buying/ reading this book, though. First, these books are dark. Very dark. There is lots (and lots and lots) of killing, murdering, poisoning, torturing, mutilating, etc.(I'm not even going to go into what happens in Mockingjay)! Second, these books also have romance. Mind you, there is nothing more than in the frist three books of twilight, so if you've read those, you're safe. Okay, so to wrap up my review, i'll tell you some books I would reccommend if you like this book, or it sound a little too scary for your likes. First and Foremost, HARRY POTTER. If you haven't read it, READ IT READ IT READ IT! Second, Suzanne Collins' other books, The Overlander series, is a great read. i think there are around... 6? I don't know. If The Hunger Games sounds too dark, Gregor the Overlander is good. A third and final series I reccommend is the Fablehaven series. these books are kind o like the Harry Potter books in the way it tells about another world that Coincides with our world.<br/><br/>Well... I had no idea I had written this much! if you took the time to read this insignificant 7th grade Luna Lovegood fan's review of The Hunger Games, Thank you kind person! :D Ciao!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZZAWV2GHZGOY?ASIN=0439023521	Entertaining, but no substance	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Despite the fact that the basic premise is nonsensical, and some major logical inconsistencies notwithstanding, this book is kind of a fun read. It takes a while to get going (all the exposition was pretty superfluous, since I didn't end up caring much about the characters anyway) but the telling of the preparations and the actual games is exciting and in some ways even original. I kind of hoped the ending would involve more death, but maybe that's just me being morbid.<br/>My suspension of disbelief broke down repeatedly through this story--I'll give a couple of examples. First, though less important, the premise of an empire that makes its tribute nations pay for expensive welfare services by sending ritual sacrifices to a gladiator fight seems improbable, from both a social and economic standpoint. Then there's the protagonist's outstanding archery skills (somewhat unbelievable in itself, but we'll let that go) which, when actually needed, tend to fail her spectacularly. I guess the book would have been too short otherwise. But the big one is her total lack of empathy or emotional intelligence. In fact, her obtuseness is drawn out so long, even with other characters trying to fill her in, that it goes beyond contrived. Ignore that, though, and the disparity between the high level of technology apparently available and the extremely low level in use (no, poverty does not explain it) and you can just sit back and enjoy the action sequences and some of the imagery.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGRCSGSOEKVLX?ASIN=0439023521	This book grabbed me from the get-go and held on for dear life	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I first opened this book, I did not expect it to live up to the hype.  However, this book grabbed me from the get-go and held on for dear life.  It was certainly one of those ""I can't put it down!"" books.  The pacing was excellent, sweeping you from one plot point to the next with no time in between to get bored with filler or exposition.  The games themselves were portrayed exquisitely.  It is such a brutal, inhumane concept and yet the writer managed to create beautiful touching moments inside the games and expertly tackled the questions I had as to WHY the children would willingly participate in these games and not just band together to deprive the Capitol of their entertainment.<br/><br/>I think the only complaint I had about this book was that Gale's character, who was obviously an essential part of Katniss' history and played a major role in her becoming the person she is who makes the decisions she does, is not fully fleshed out.  He's kind of flat in the background.  Hopefully by the end of the series, he will get some much needed character development time so I can truly appreciate him as a character.  As it stands, as much as I feel I SHOULD be rooting for Gale in the question of who will win Katniss' affections, it's very hard to not root for Peeta as he's the only one we really get to know.<br/><br/>While I feel this book might be a bit too brutal and violent for young adults, I don't think I would change the format this was written in even if I could.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3C5Y3NFPWD58I?ASIN=0439023521	A rival to Percy Jackson	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I must say, reading this book will change yout life, (and make you want to watch the movie) it's so heart filling. I have sooo much praise for this book, I have to give multiple reasons. (Don't mind me, I just love making lists.)<br/><br/>1. The characters. I loved the way I felt like I was Katniss,yet felt like I was watching as a guest of the Hunger Games just with all of her thoughts. I love how she isn't 'charming' or just a country gal with no talent at all.<br/><br/>2. The story. It was classic and original, and while I read this book I wasn't thinking ""wow, that's exactly what happenes in…<br/><br/>3. The way she described things. It was just ""a forest"" it was the arena forest. How Katniss uses her surroundings, cracking to even the smallest of details like how she belted herself ino the tree.<br/><br/>4.The flow. Everything that happened wasn't like some random suprise. It built off everything perfectly. It takes hard work to get into a flow. I'm not surr howmny hours she spent slving over this book, but it was obviously enough.<br/><br/>I love this book, and read it like no tomorrow. READ IT. Once I got going with this book, I couldn't put it down. No, couldn't isn't the word, I wouldn't put it down.<br/><br/>If you look at the title, you see another book mentioned. That's because since The Hunger Games is so good, it deserves a comparison. To me, I can't decide which is better.<br/><br/>~ Awesomeness :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VKX8CIJ9IL8H?ASIN=0439023521	A review from a non-reviewer	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Typically, I don't write reviews.  Ironically, I always use Amazon's reviews before making even the smallest purchase.  Therefore, I am extremely grateful that so many people took the time to review this outstanding book.  Now, I feel the need to add to the praise for Hunger Games and Catching Fire.<br/><br/>I am a mother, lawyer, avid reader, and aspiring writer.  Each of these titles allows me to view books in different ways.  I must say that Hunger Games (and later Catching Fire) satisfied every bit of my personality.<br/><br/>I literally couldn't put either book down.  I took both Hunger Games and Catchig Fire with me everywhere. . . in the car, the bathroom, the dinner table.  I literally stayed up for 24 hours at a time wanting to know what happened to Katniss.<br/><br/>This book is not for the faint-hearted.  It reminds me of 1984, Brave New World, and, dare I say, Clockwork Orange, as society has crumbled and a new regime installs itself into a country that was once free.<br/><br/>Hunger Games is the first book that I have recommended to family and friends and begged them to read.  Some scoffed because of the ""Young Adult"" genre affixed to the title.  After reading the book, each one has called and thanked me (all became as addicted to the story and I did).  This has become my go-to gift for everyone over the age of 14.<br/><br/>Pick these books up and don't put them down.  Then you, too, can anxiously wait for Mockingjay in August '10 with the rest of us!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R98P34W8CX2KH?ASIN=0439023521	Modern day Colosseum!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My daughter had me read this book because she enjoyed it so much. It is very well written and I had a hard time putting it down. I read all three in the trilogy over the course of 8-10 days. The story is not quite as complex as an adult novel, but it makes up for with tension and action. I would definitely recommend this for adults as well.<br/><br/>The concept of the Hunger Games is intriguing. As I was reading, I kept thinking about the Romans and the parallels with the gladiatorial games. The Hunger Games pit adolescents against each other in a fight to the death with only one left standing. The arena was very interesting and is not ""static"". I don't what to spoil the fun, so I'll just say that similiar to the Colosseum, the arena for the Hunger Games is full of surprises. I've seen the trailer for the movie and I don't really want to see it. After reading all three novels in the series, I had all the places and characters firmly established in my mind. I tribute that to excellent writing. If you're like me, you'll be pulled into the story quickly and this will turn into a page-tuner of the highest order.<br/><br/>The only few minor complaints I have are with fact that the mother has such a trivial role. I would assume this character would play a larger role given the main character is a minor. But, I attribute this to the novel being geared towards a younger audience. But, this doesn't take away the enjoyment of the story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RKV5W9QURI4M?ASIN=0439023521	THE HUNGER GAMES	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">THE HUNGER GAMES<br/><br/>With me being almost the 24,000 person to write a review, going into details is not essential.  What I will say is that I loved HUNGER GAMES, CATCHING FIRE, and MOCKINGJAY.  I purchased all three books at once and am so glad that I did.  I could read them one after the other and enjoy every second of reading.  I read all three books in less than a week's time.<br/><br/>The series is dark, disturbing, frightening, isn't sugar-coated and full of frills and daisies.  It is hard hitting and hard core, death awaits every character and strikes often.  Details are gory, bloody, and not for the faint of heart.  The action is constant.  Ms. Collins is certainly blessed with an awesome and mind boggling imagination.  I could not turn the pages quickly enough.<br/><br/>I have not seen this on the big screen but I did check out the actors who played which characters and this enhanced my enjoyment of the book.  Setting faces with the people in the book added pleasure to an already wonderful reading experience.<br/><br/>If you are like me and are one of the few people who hasn't yet enjoyed this series, you are in for a treat.  It is fun, exciting, daring, and at times made me laugh out loud and even brought me to tears quite often.  The characters are fully fleshed out and real, the plots fast paced and full of cliff hangers and surprises.<br/><br/>Highly recommended for just about everyone!  Enjoy!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLHD124ZP0545?ASIN=0439023521	Wow, loved this book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Although recommended to me more than a year ago I put off reading this series because it was in the teen genre, and I typically can't stand those books.  I borrowed the kindle edition from the kindle owners lending library and was pleasantly surprised.  I seriously could not put this book down and finished it in a matter of days.  The story line of this book was unique to anything I've read before and I found it very engaging.<br/><br/>At first I hated that it is written in the first person because it made it obvious that the main character wasn't going to die, but I think the book would have been far less interesting written any other way.  Part of the reason it is so interesting is that you really only know what the main character is doing or thinking, so it makes everything a lot more suspenseful and the main character much more engaging.  Although the book ends with a bit of a ""to be continued"" there is enough of an ending to be satisfied.  I could not wait to get on to the next one so I'm glad this is a series and not just a single book.<br/><br/>As an adult I would be more than happy to let my teen read this series.  I feel like it is very appropriate for a young reader despite what some describe ""brutal"" or ""graphic"".  As compared to many many other books I've read... this one is very tame!  I highly recommend this one if you haven't read it... I can't believe I didn't pick up this series sooner and can't wait for the movie!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHJ1RN0DNBDKT?ASIN=0439023521	Young readers will eat it up!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had not read ""The Hunger Games"" up to now because I figured it was typical young adult literature. It is indeed that, but it is better than most of the young adult work out there. I would be lying if I said I was not caught up in the text and that there were times when I could have just sat and read and read.<br/>I realize that the text has some flaws and that it is not all that deep a story, although to a teenager it would seem to be, but it is not targeted to the mature reader so why would I expect it to be mature in its themes and presentation? As a text it is well written, and very excellently plotted. There are also some very thoughtful lines in the book that will give something extra to the more mature young adult reader, and will be missed by the immature reader with no harm done.<br/>A quibble with the novel would be that the romantic subplot at times veers too much into stereotypical teenage love, and when Ms. Collins focuses on that aspect of the plot the writing is noticeably weaker. To her credit though, the romantic angle is incorporated into the story in a clever and unconventional manner.<br/>""The Hunger Games"" is a great example of a gripping thriller that is written in a well executed style that will blow away most young readers, and impress and entertain older ones. I greatly enjoyed the text, and will read the following two novels in the trilogy. That sounds like a successful book to me.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RP41MCB81A6BS?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful story for teens or adults!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Okay, so, this is officially considered a Young Adult book, but don't let that hinder you in any way from reading it. The story takes place in a post-apocalyptic setting made up of the Capital and its twelve territories. As punishment for a war in which the territories came out as losers, each territory must provide two ""tributes,"" (one male and one female child each) to compete in a Gladiator-style game; a fight to the death for all but one of the tributes. The games are watched avidly by all; for the Capital (which is not required to provide tributes) they're a fun diversion, but in the territories families live in fear of losing their children to the annual event. Sound twisted? It is.<br/><br/>When her younger sister, who she adores, is selected to be the female tribute for District 12, Katniss immediately steps in to take her place in the games. Katniss and Peeta, her male counterpart, are immediately caught up in the whirlwind festivities of the games; cameras, make-up, interviews, and costume changes galore. Reality sets in, however, as soon as the 24 tributes are dropped into the playing field; an enclosed world created specifically for the games and filled with unknown threats.<br/><br/>I don't want to give any spoilers here, so I'll stop with my description, but suffice to say this book will keep you on the edge of your seat. And you don't have to be sad when it's over - there's two more after!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OTBJSXMJBBY?ASIN=0439023521	a true page turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I adored this book. I had no knowledge of it whatsoever when I started reading it. All I knew was that it was gaining a lot of fans and a movie would be coming out soon. So I seen it was on sale so I grabbed it for my kindle. I couldn't put it down! what a great idea and imaginative plot.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1N8L39W8IR7N?ASIN=0439023521	Bravo Suzanne Collins, Bravo.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm awe inspired by Suzanne Collins talent.  She had me before the first page was read.  The anticipation leading up to the `games' was intoxicating making me abandon duties, family, and life.  There was no let down; the payoff was brilliant and the anticipation worth it.  I found myself, angry, frustrated, teary, excited, scared, hopeful, multiple times each.  Granted the concept isn't new but the author's version stands impressively high.<br/><br/>It's a rare book when you can get this attached to the characters.  Characters you love, root for and don't want to throw the book because of how stupid and whiny they are.  Finally a strong female that kicks butt all by herself.  Spunk is an understatement.  She knows when to hide emotion, and when to cry for real reasons.  She has compassion, empathy, charity, but also knows when it's time to kill, and continues to hold onto her humanity in horrific circumstances.  I think I have a new hero.<br/><br/>You know a book has made an impression when you drive people crazy with talk about it.  Even further when you finally put it down to get some sleep and your dreams are filled with post apocalyptic games of survival until the morning comes when you can read again.  I can't remember the last book that had me this obsessed, trying to find any waking moment to read, and angry when I'm interrupted. Bravo Suzanne Collins, Bravo.<br/><br/>J.B. Fisher author of Sunset and Enigma</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4TQMRUQVS72S?ASIN=0439023521	I Hunger for the Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I found the novel The Hunger Games, by Suzanne Collins, to be an amusing and captivating novel. It takes place in a futuristic, post-apocalyptic world where the capitol of Panem, 12 poor districts surrounded by a harsh, wealthy capitol, is conducting something called the Hunger Games. The Hunger Games is a televised fight to the death that acts as punishment for a past rebellion led by the 12 districts. Every year the capitol requires two names to be drawn from a raffle from each of the 12 districts, one boy and one girl from the ages of 12-18. The people with their names drawn will be sent to an arena will they will all try to kill each other on live television. When Katniss Everdeen's little sister, Prim, gets chosen Katniss must volunteer for her as the only way to save her life.<br/><br/>This book is extremely fast-paced, so it is extremely good for anyone who gets bored easily with slow books. I highly recommend it to people of all ages. The Hunger Games brings a new twist around every corner that keeps it captivating and hard to put down. One of the main reasons that I like this book is because the plot has constant threats that could appear at any moment and spice up the story even more. Many people might think this is just some violent, gory book, which it is, but there is also a love story that takes place throughout the book. I would recommend this book to boys and girls of all ages.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RT8DF0R5JEEIE?ASIN=0439023521	Terrific -- I Can See Why this Book has Become a YA Phenomenon	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">THE HUNGER GAMES is a great piece of entertainment.  While this novel is designed for the Young Adult market, its plot is better constructed and more imaginative than most books I've read for adults.<br/><br/>The dystopian storyline deals with a young woman forced to participate in a reality show where the contestants are forced to fight to the death.  While this idea is far from original, author Suzanne Collins is able to breathe a great deal of life and vitality into her characters and situations.<br/><br/>The result is a novel filled with excitement and surprises.  Once THE HUNGER GAMES gets going, there is hardly a dull moment.  This book does suffer from some shallow characterization (particularly in its villains), but the compelling, lightning-fast plot more than makes up for it.<br/><br/>For a YA novel, THE HUNGER GAMES is a surprisingly violent read, and includes violence directed against young children.  While none of it is gratuitous, some of it is quite heartwrenching.  I therefore wouldn't recommend this book to a sensitive child or one under the age of thirteen.<br/><br/>THE HUNGER GAMES is a YA novel an adult can fully enjoy.  I liked it far more than TWILIGHT, and almost as much as the early entries in the HARRY POTTER series.  I can see why this book is seen by many as the ""next big thing"" in YA literature.  This is the first of a series, and I look forward to reading the next entry.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6DP42DJARKUH?ASIN=0439023521	Such a gripping story!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Let me start by saying honestly, is there anyone who didn't like this book? I mean c'mon, this thing has blown up like crazy! And I'm going to admit, I wanted nothing to do with it... at first. But then I gave it a chance thanks to Battle Royale which it resembles too much to be a coincidence and I happily report that I'm glad I did. Suzanne Collins rocks! This is one powerful story. There is SO much emotion in this book it's crazy.<br/><br/>It's impossible not to love every character. Of course when it comes to the teams I'm going to think outside the box and say Team Effie all the way! Sure I love Peeta and Gayle, but they're still boring. One is a hopeless romantic with his heart on his sleeve, the other has his heart up his you know what. They're great and all but Effie is where my loyalty lies. I would welcome all of the Capitol craziness with open arms. I know, I'm terrible.<br/><br/>It takes a LOT for me to get emotional when I'm reading or watching a movie. Seriously, a lot. And while I didn't cry reading or listening to the audio, the movie is definitely going to pull on my heart strings. Just watching the trailer gives me goosebumps, now that's impressive! But really people, stop comparing this series to Twilight and Harry Potter. This is NOT vampires and wizards, it's something that could actually happen in the future which makes it even more intense.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1G9V393Z6FQLF?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The huger games is truly  amazing book. A true work of art as many would call it. It captivated me and kept me reading on and on until I had read it three times. This book is so amazing. Iknow people think its bad because of what the hunger games are but they are not what they seem. I mean I loved this amazing,amazing,amazing book. It is packed with action and keeps you on your feet at all times. I kept reading this book through and through. This book kept me up all night. Literally all night until i finished reading the book. One thing though, after the book I literally thought about the book and had the characters stuck in my head. The book is that good that it keeps you thinking about it over and over again. The first movie though was raved about didn't capture what Ihad originally imagined. Though it was good it didn't match some of the main features of the book. For instance the cornucopia was supposed to be gold and not a grey modern sculpture, and I personally didn't have the hell-hounds featured as the way they looked in the movie. Personally I thought they were going to look like the Egyptian dogs. I know I am being to picky but the imagination is a amazing place where books come to life and well I guess you just expect to see what you had imagined but I mean you can't have a 10 hour long movie can you. Anyway its a great book and I hope everyone reads it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3XBOYZF3LQS8?ASIN=0439023521	This generation's 1984	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games has so many levels it's hard to know where to begin.  The first level of course, is the exciting life and death story of Katniss, a girl a future where reality t.v. is not about 'getting the millionaire to pick you' but about staying alive.  It's easy to see that if our government clamped down on us enough to cause an uprising, that it would use a form of entertainment to keep us in line.<br/><br/>Suzanne Collins has written a brilliant book will last through generations in the same why that Fahrenheit 451 has done for the previous generation.  The Hunger Games show just how important ideas can come to life in a powerful way.  If I were a teacher, my class would be reading this book no matter what grade I taught.  That Collins could put her ideas into such an exciting plot shows how good she really is.<br/><br/>The characters are not cardboard cutouts.  They have strengths and weaknesses, along with the trials of just being a teenager. With the United States divided into 13 sections, there are varying degrees of hardship for the characters, yet they find a reason to live through their love of family and each other.<br/><br/>I'm already starting book 2 of the series where the story of Katniss and the two boys she loves continues.  I highly recommend this exciting book and can practically guarantee your young reader will love it.  Great for either a boy or girl.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VV8TTEXBIEU9?ASIN=0439023521	Wow. Just wow.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is a tragic, yet compelling, story where reality television has morphed into something much more sinister. The Games are part Survivor- if you replace the castaways with children called tributes who battle each other in a gladiatorial fight to the death. It is also part of the makeover shows where those same tributes are fed the best foods and dressed by the best designers. The Games are a political tool in the post apocalyptic world, designed to keep the population of the remaining districts in check. The main protagonist is Katniss, one of the tributes from District 12. She is faced with many challenges, with the odds stacked against her from the beginning. When her sister is randomly selected as the tribute, Kantiss steps in. Within the Game itself, the government controls situations to make for better entertainment. It is heartbreaking watching her try to survive the Games without losing her identity.  While this would be enough for a gripping story, Collins throws in the personal struggle of sorting though her feelings, specifically in regards to Peeta, the other tribute from district 12.<br/>Kantiss is a pawn, but what a pawn she makes. At times she is ruthless, at others truly compassionate. She is a well-created character, and more than capable of carrying the story. I'm looking forward to reading the rest of the books!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R333043VLOOSOX?ASIN=0439023521	Surprise! All books are a mixture of other works...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">First, I must say that I have a rebuttal for those who rated this a single star because it's a 'rip-off' of other material.<br/><br/>Okay. Seriously? In this day and age, it's virtually impossible to have a single original thought. You know what? The idea of tributes and such goes even further back. Try Crete. Ancient Greece. What makes a story original is how it applies different concepts based on each author's unique experience. A blending of different ideas that one has encountered. Now instead of fussing with this pretend ennui of 'been there, done that' we should be criticizing the true pros and cons.<br/><br/>Now onto more pertinent matters.<br/><br/>I thought that the Hunger Games was stunning. Collins did a great job adding twists and turns at every corner, and if someone claims to have 'seen it all before' they are most likely imagining things. The situation that the main character, Katniss, is placed in is unimaginable, even unbelievable, for many of us. But her quick thinking and skills are admirable. And so the twists of morality that some people find objectionable ask the bigger question. At what point does one say 'enough is enough?' And at what point can one justify manipulation and deceit? What is the true value of life?<br/><br/>The book is not pretty. But it's gripping, fascinating, and thought-provoking. I highly recommend this to anyone and everyone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKRJ9EASB8CXM?ASIN=0439023521	Not enough food for thought	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Compared to other dystopias, such as 1984, Animal Farm, Brave New World, Lord of the Flies, or Fahrenheit 451, The Hunger Games is mediocre at best. I saw the film first and was underwhelmed, so I read the book to see if that was an appropriate response on my part. The novel is only marginally better, providing more details and a deeper character study of the heroine, Katniss Everdeen. The other characters in the novel were sketchy, in my opinion, but I awarded two stars for the depiction of the tenacious Everdeen. As for her two love interests, there is insufficient chemistry to create interest on the part of the reader. The most interesting part of the novel for me was the preparation for the games. The games themselves were anticlimactic, lacking in suspense, and even ho-hum at times. The most egregious flaw in the novel is the depiction of the futuristic society--or should I say lack of depiction. It doesn't come alive for me and I can find little satirical intent other than a skewering of reality tv shows. There is evidence that the society has advanced technology, but as to the people who live in it or run it, they are amorphous to the point of almost lacking identity. In the final analysis, the novel seems to be nothing more than an excuse to set a group of teenagers at one another's throats, periodically throwing obstacles in their path.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTHU8AUQHUSCF?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I FINALLY had the opportunity to read The Hunger Games, the first book in the series that everyone seems to be talking about. It is a favorite for many, and that now includes myself. North America is in ruins, but from those ruins arises Panem, a new nation, a capitol that is surrounded by 12 districts. At one time their were 13 districts but there was an uprising. After the Capitol quelled the rebellion and destroyed the 13th district they created the Hunger Games as a reminder to the people of just who was in control. There are 2 competitors from each district, one boy and one girl, who are chosen from a lottery. All the competitors are taken to a location where they are released and expected to kill each other off because there can only be one winner. All the while they are being filmed so that everyone can watch the bloodsport on their televisions. The winner will get a life of ease after the games and their district will be showered with gifts.<br/>The story follows Katniss and her progression through the games. I instantly liked her character. She is intelligent and has a great survival instinct that gives the reader hope for her to win. I am going to have to immediately delve into Catching Fire, the second book in the series, to read what happens after the games. I sense a possible love triangle and am anxious to see how that pans out.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R358WMDD8AGFQF?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I never read teen books, but the more I kept hearing about The Hunger Games, I ordered a sample to read on my Kindle.  I didn't even have to finish the sample before I realized this was so much more then just a teen book, so I bought it. Though I don't normally like to read first-person, because it takes a very skilled writer to write in that format, I found that Suzanne Collins is, indeed, a very skilled writer. The book was much more then teen...it has great appeal to adults as well because it is written very maturely and also the emotions and observations of this young girl was a mature accounting. The plot was unique, suspenseful, poignant at times, horrifying at other times, and sends you into this society that is frightening. One of the things that particularly caught me and showed me the skill which this writer has, was Katniss' description of Prim's cat. She talked about the cat being ugly, with a face mashed in, half an ear left, and eyes the color of rotten squash. I loved that description! I knew right then I would love the way Suzanne Collins writes. I went ahead and purchased the other two books in this triology as well and loved them also. Plus, my husband who never reads this type of book, was convinced to read the trilogy and so I loaned him my trilogy. He was so impressed and admitted that this was writing at its best!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HI8NHM1L38V?ASIN=0439023521	Fills in the detail the movie misses	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I ignored the hype that was the Hunger games for quite a while and even turned down an invitation from a friend to go and see the movie but like most things, I eventually got sucked into it one night when my husband and I were looking for a movie to watch.  It was a good movie.  I was worried that it would be a poor version of the classic movie Battle Royale or the love triangle of Twilight but it stood on it's own two feet.<br/><br/>I was then inspired to read the book on the back of the movie as I wanted just a bit more background and details on the characters and overall story.  The book gave me this.  It was well written and flowed very well.<br/><br/>Part I allowed us to meet ""The Tributes"" giving us a good background of the main characters and the reasoning behind the Hunger games.  This part was not covered in as much detail in the movie so it was interesting for me to get a better feel for Katniss and Peeta, the two main characters.<br/><br/>Part II was the actual games and made up the majority of the movie.  It was suitably graphic without being too much so - I guess it is aimed at Young Adults so was less graphic than it could have been.  I was disappointed at some of the detail that had been left out the movie but glad I read the book to pick it up.<br/><br/>Part III the story of the Victors and, I guess, the lead up to the second book in the trilogy.  A bit predictable but I am hoping that it is just setting a certain scene that will be developed latter on.<br/><br/>I am not sure what the justification behind writing this as three books rather than one large book - was it to split it up or just to make more money.  You can't say that the book would have been too long otherwise or you just have to look at each of the Game of Throne books to know that they work at over 1000 pages each.  I would have preferred to just have one book to keep on reading as I now have to re-motivate myself to read the next two.  Although on the plus side, I can put it down and read something else and then go back to it, something I would not do if it were one whole book.  Slightly torn on that one.<br/><br/>An interesting read and I am really looking forward to finding out more about how Panem came about, I just hope the author covers that.  My fear is that she doesn't and it ends up just another predictable love triangle story similar to Twilight. 4 out of 5.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LTYQFX59VX40?ASIN=0439023521	it passed the time	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">disclaimer--this is more my complaints than an actual review, so this will sound really negative, more so than how i actually felt after reading the book. also possible spoilers.<br/><br/>i wouldnt have to write this if not for the scene where the hero is supposed to die, but saved by the pompous arrogance of the killer. in a situation where 24 children are pitted in against each other in a battle to the death im supposed to believe that a little girl is gonna completely lose her focus and give the ole ""im gonna enjoy this"" speech. wtf!! kill her already! this is the most dangerous part of the arena. more than any other time in the book you should be looking over your shoulder and youre gonna get cocky? bad. bad, bad scene.<br/><br/>this isnt a reality tv book. its a barbarian sport book. and the barbarians are not givin any mental capacity at all or human characteristics.. people can do amazing things in a pinch, yet adrenaline never even enters the story... its just a book, so i guess its fine that only katness matters and everyone and everything else is just a prop... 11 people die in a brutal battle for tools, and apparently only those 11 received so much as a scratch during the battle.. like the victors received full health jugs after the fight. just props.<br/><br/>this event is bigger than anything that happens to these people. they have a hero in district 12 that has won before, yet theyve never seen the footage? they dont know how he won? like a 15 year old baseball freak in boston not knowing what david ortiz has done, and not understanding basic baseball strategy. i hate when people that dont know anything about sports try to write about a sport.<br/><br/>no one begins to crack up, lose their sanity in these awful conditions. it would be perfect if peetas purpose in the story was to keep katness' sanity, but its just not. the possibility of being drained from the constant unimaginable stress, like the adrenaline, is never introduced.<br/><br/>the puppy love scenes... dont get me started.<br/><br/>okay, a tad harsh. the book gets 3 stars. just i cant understand how you can write a book about sports and war, and be so negligent to the psychology of both. or a survival book without covering any basic human survival tendencies.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14C6UTEHWDOW9?ASIN=0439023521	Emotionally Jarring: A Brutal but Unforgettable Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have heard nothing but praise for Suzanne Collins Hunger Games series and have been longing to read the books.  Now, thankfully, they are finally available in Braille.  The only word that comes to mind after reading the first installment in this series is ""wow"".  The sheer brilliance of Ms. Collins descriptive ability and her engaging characters will leave you breathless.  I am devouring these books at a break-neck pace.  The stories are choice feasts; utterly tasty even though the fare is extremely heavy.  Be forewarned that these books are not lighthearted material.  However, they achieve what any exceptional books do.  These stories succeed in making you think.<br/><br/>In a futuristic society called Panem, a Capitol city is surrounded by twelve districts that are each responsible for providing sustaining materials for the Capitol's survival.  Seventeen-year-old Katniss Everdeen lives in the coal-mining District 12, where she has taken on the responsibility of caring for her fragile mother and twelve-year-old sister, Prim after a mining accident took her father's life.  As a result of an uprising several years earlier, the sadistic rulers in the Capitol have devised an annual televised event: the Hunger Games.  The Games not only serve as an effective tool to discourage rebellion, but they also serve to exhibit the Capitol's stranglehold over the districts.  A male and female child from each district is chosen to enter an arena and fight to the death.  The final child left standing is crowned the Victor.  During the annual Reaping to choose the children, Katniss' sister's name is drawn.  The older girl immediately volunteers to take her sister's place.  What follows is a riveting story in which a brutal struggle for survival is played out for a decadent society's entertainment.  Will Katniss survive the Games? Will her fellow district partner, Peeta Mellark, become her ally? If Katniss survives, what will her life entail?<br/><br/>I was repeatedly struck by the relevance of this novel.  I could easily see a version of the Hunger Games being played out on our own televisions in the not-so-distant future.  Although I despise reality TV shows, many of my friends love them, and the connection between our society's constant craving for entertainment mirrors that of the fallen Roman Empire.  Surely, it is no accident that Ms. Collins uses such names as Caesar Flickerman, Seneca Crane, Coriolanus Snow, and Claudius Templesmith for some of the characters from the Capitol.<br/><br/>None of the characters are flat or uninteresting, and my favorite character is Peeta, the kind yet resourceful baker's son whose talent for decorating the cakes that his family sells proves to be a useful talent in the arena.  Although Katniss disdains the merchant families in her district, (of which Peeta's family belongs), she cannot forget a single act by the baker's son that ultimately determines her own actions at a crucial point in the story.<br/><br/>I love that Katniss is portrayed as unsentimental and determined, yet, ultimately, a person like the rest of us.  We, too, are desperate to survive, and we long to be heard.  Peeta asserts that he does not ""want to be just a piece in their games"".  May this same sentiment be our wish as well!<br/><br/>Please give this unforgettable novel a chance.  God bless you all.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35PAYZBGS1XE4?ASIN=0439023521	Not much else to say, this book is AWESOME!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">At this point, there's not much else to say about Suzanne Collins' international best-seller THE HUNGER GAMES. The book is a hit, and a movie is coming out in spring 2012. It is loved by young adults (its target) and adults everywhere, and has won numerous awards. I can easily say that the book deserves all its accolades, it lives up to its hype, and I'm glad I read it.<br/><br/>For me, the plot is just like the movie and Stephen King short story THE RUNNING MAN, where, in a bleak future, contestants are thrown into an arena and must fight to the death. The last person alive wins and receives numerous awards. Collins makes her version of the story work by creating a future in which America ceases to exist. The country of Panem has taken its place and has 12 districts. Every year, each district must send two children to compete in the Hunger Games where they will fight to the death. This is required to punish each district for a revolt against the capital years ago.<br/><br/>The power of the novel comes in the characters and their every day lives. Katniss is 16 and lives in District 12. She and friend Gale spend their days hunting and selling their goods on the black market. Katniss is chosen for the Games and must leave Gale and her younger sister Prim behind. The lurid spectacle before the games is fascinating, as each player is worshiped like a celebrity. Once the games begin, there is heartbreak and violence as Katniss struggles to stay alive while trying not to get too close to others playing the game, including Peeta, a boy from District 12.<br/><br/>I am so glad I read this novel, and already have the second book in the series and will soon start it. Collins writes in away that captures your imagination and she doesn't let go until the final word is written.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6GCIOY8ASII1?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games -- I hunger to read you!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I picked up the Hunger Games, I only guffawed. My friends told me it was a good book and that it should be read by anyone who wants to read a good book. But I took them for granted. I didn't think a book with a cover like such and a name like that would be good. But I literally fell captive to the phrase, ""Don't Judge A Book By Its Cover."" I had to read this for a project in English class. On my reading log, I had one entry. I had finished the book in one day! When you pick up this book, you might not feel elated, or you might not feel excited. But once you open that book up, the emotions of Katniss and everyone around her just flow off the pages. The action is clear in your head and the suspense KILLS you. This book pushes the boundaries of a good book and a great book. My friends were more than wrong when they told me it was a good book. It's a great book and should be read by... everyone. My mom even picked up this book and read it; she finished the series in a week! It took my a bit longer than that for the fact that I had school work on top of all of it, but nonetheless I finished it. And couldn't help but freak out at the end of every book.<br/><br/>When you read The Hunger Games, the phrase, ""Everything That Can Go Wrong--Will,"" is practically the theme. Katniss is constantly barraged with things she needs to evade or counter. Suzanne Collins does a phenomenal job of portraying Katniss' shock, fear, happiness, and every other emotion in between. To quote my mother, ""This book can and will be darker, more suspenseful, and far better than Twilight will ever be."" And I agree--this book blows Twilight out of the water. It might not have the teenaged Vampires and Werewolves, but it has mysterious boys like Gale and a very interesting love triangle that sucks you in. It's ridiculous how much emotion Suzanne can force out of a reader with just words on a page, but she does it.<br/><br/>Being an aspiring author, I find this book a threshold of great literature. Suzanne Collins--I applaud you for this book. Thank you for the hours of fantastic reading.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DMCTRXT0SJND?ASIN=0439023521	Thank God I Got Over My Snobbery	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So yeah, I have a few dumb prejudices that keep me from almost missing great reads.  Over advertised, ""juvenile lit"", written by female authors is one of them.  Perhaps its the Twilight teen angst that turns me away, but if it smells like teen spirit, it takes a lot of pursuading for me to give it a read.<br/><br/>Then the owner of my local pizza shop sees me reading my Kindle and we get to talking.  Seems we both agree they are addictive as crack and have found ourselves reading more outside our standard comfort zones.  When asked for his top recommendation...Hunger Games.  Suddenly, it doesn't seem so teen-angsty.<br/><br/>So I buy it, read it in one day (in near as one sitting as my schedule allows) and I can't believe I almost let it slip by. Ms. Collins has done more with her chosen plot and characters than you can possibly imagine.  I audibly gasped several times in the book, and was brought near the brink of tears (I am a 40+ y.o. male) in at least two sections.  The future world and its paranoid government control is as brilliant as any dystopian future Orwell or Huxley portrayed.  And the  simple Shirley Jackson's The Lottery meets The Running Man premise is so expertly executed that besides being entertaining it offers a very biting social commentary on the obsessions of today and their possible effects on our future. The main character displays her teenage concerns side by side with her very real kill or be killed dilemna in a way that is not only plausible, but endearing.<br/><br/>So please, don't let any bias you may have cause you to miss a great read.  Like Lilian Hearn's Ortori saga, or Rowling's Potter collection, this first book indicates a series that has the ability to transcend its genre and ""teen friendly"" trappings to become something so much more...a true work of literature and a great read.<br/><br/>PS As of this writing I am a third through the second book of the series and have found that the author's talents have continued to grow.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TWUJGJRS878G?ASIN=0439023521	"Harlan from Lake Tapps says, ""Amazing Book"""	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">How would you like to be stuck in an arena with a bunch of bloodthirsty kids set out to see you dead? Well that's what sixteen year old Katniss must face, but for her surviving is second nature. Suzanne Collins has written three hundred seventy four magnificent pages in the Hunger Games.<br/><br/> This book was great from the beginning. Katniss Everdeen lives with her mother and little sister Prim. Katniss has taken care of her family since she was eleven; since her father died in a mining explosion. To survive she hunts illegally with her bow and best friend Gale. Katniss lives in District Twelve,the coal mining district the poorest district. This particular day was the day of the reaping, where twenty four kids (one girl and one boy from each district), go to the Hunger Games. Prim is entered once and Katniss is entered twenty two times, because of the age difference and tesserae. Effie Trinket the announcer for District twelve reaches her hand in the bowl containing thousands of names and calls ""Prim Everdeen"" Katniss volunteers then the boy who's called is Peeta who gave Katniss some bread that pretty much saved her life.<br/><br/> I loved the part of the book where Katniss goes into training alone with the gamemakers(the people that make the Hunger Games).She shows them what she's best at and that's shooting a bow ""n"" arrow. She's the last one in the room alone with the gamemakers, their drunk and aren't paying attention. Katniss gets mad, really mad and shoots an arrow at the gamemakers which hits an apple that a gamemakers eating and she walks away from the gamemakers who have shocked expressions.<br/><br/> The Capitol the -the head of Panem- is a really bad place. For one they make children go to the Hunger Games(a fight to the death) and have so much food but still let the people in poorer districts starve. I didn't know how the author could've made a place so bad, but the more I think about it, it just made the book better.<br/><br/>Suzanne Collins has written two other masterpieces within this series. These are Catching Fire and Mockingjay. Both will have you reading for hours on edge<br/><br/> If you can read you better read this book. You'll feel like you're in the arena with Katniss, almost dead, just made a kill or even a friend. If you can take these feelings and many more pick up the Hunger Games.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DGN6WUKREGR9?ASIN=0439023521	Good, but not great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've been hearing good things about The Hunger Games for a couple of years now, and I always meant to read it, but never got the chance. Now that the final book in the trilogy, Mockingjay, is about to make its way into anxious fans' hands at midnight release parties across the country, I figured it was time to start the series and see if it lived up to all the hype.<br/><br/>The story takes place in an undetermined future where Panem, ""the country that rose up out of the ashes of a place that was once called North America"", and its central Capitol rules over 12 outlying Districts, each of which is required to send one boy and one girl each year to participate in The Hunger Games. Broadcast nation-wide, the Games feature the 24 ""tributes"" battling to the death, with the winner being set for life, and bringing wealth and glory back to their District.<br/><br/>We follow Katniss Everdeen, tribute from District 12, as she is thrust into the games, and fights, literally and figuratively, to stay alive, and to somehow show the Capitol that the people are not totally at their mercy.<br/><br/>On the positive side, I read three-quarters of book in one day; it's written that well. The story moves quickly, and had enough action and little ""twists"" to keep it interesting. The world of The Hunger Games, and it's 12 Districts, is well fleshed-out, even though most of our interaction is with just a few characters.<br/><br/>The negative side isn't so much a negative per se, it's just a matter of perceptions; it's very much a ""young adult"" novel. Don't get me wrong; I love YA fiction, some of my favorite post-apocalyptic books are YA. But you have to realize going in that some of the details of the story may be ""smoothed over"" so to speak, and there may be elements of the plot that don't seem very realistic, but are necessary for the story to progress.<br/><br/>For example, the District where Katniss lives has been sending two of it's children to die every year for 75 years. But there's no talk of families trying to flee, or anguished mothers wailing in grief as their child's name is called at the Reaping. And after being chosen, Katniss, and the other tributes, don't seem to be really taking the situation seriously. If I knew I had barely a few weeks to live, and was likely to die a horrible death, I'd be haunted, and would devote every waking moment to planning and strategizing. Katniss and the other characters acknowledge that they're not likely to win the Games, but almost seem to brush off that fact. And the interaction between Katniss and the Gamemakers and the Capitol is a bit simplistic and contrived.<br/><br/>But like I said, as long as you know going in what you're likely to get, none of that really matters. Even though you know the chances of a 16 year old girl challenging a long-standing dystopic government hover around zero, you can still cheer for her each time she's able to stick it to them, however unlikely it would be. You can enjoy it simply as an action story where the underdog makes good, and where personal independence trumps the evil Big Brother government.<br/><br/>So even though I doubt that when I get to book 3, I'm going to think of it as ""the end of an era"", I'm definitely looking forward to finishing the series, and seeing what happens to Katniss and those around her.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROL3DJX6ZL8W2?ASIN=0439023521	The Compulsive Reader's Reviews	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">From the ashes of the civilization that was once North America came the Capitol, nestled high in the Rocky Mountains. Surrounding the Capitol are the thirteen Districts. As time passed, the Districts rebelled against the Capitol's harsh rule. Their punishment was the creation of The Hunger Games. Each year each District is required to send one boy and one girl to the Capitol, and there they will be thrown together in an arena and forced to fight to the death. Their fight is broadcasted on live television, and each citizen from all Districts is forced to watch.<br/><br/>In isolated District 12, Katniss Everdeen passes her days in school and illegally hunting in the woods beyond the fence that encompasses their community, scavenging and bringing down game to sustain her family. But when her younger sister is chosen to represent their district in the games, Katniss wastes no time in taking her place, even though she knows it mean near certain death. But when circumstances beyond her control twist the Games around, she'll have to fight against both the Games and what she knows is right in her heart to keep her life. One thing is for certain--people will remember this year's Games for a very long time.<br/><br/>Suzanne Collins has created an absorbing and utterly fascinating look at a futuristic world where a government has employed a brutal and heartless system in order to maintain complete respect. She paints a picture of a plausible future, adding to it interesting tidbits of information that you would come to expect of your average science fiction novel--mutant species, hoverboards--while at the same time showing readers a simpler view of life--homes without hot waters and towns barely able to feed themselves.<br/><br/>Collins' heroine Katniss Everdeen is a fierce and determined, angry at the ways of the Capitol, but conscious of the fact that there is nothing that she can do to protest. Her fear is tangible as she approaches the Games, and her wonder at a lush life in the city infectious. However, she really shines as she is immersed in the Games, where her wit and intelligence make themselves known, without understating the fact that she is a scared girl, struggling for survival. Hers is a coming of age story as she is forced to decide what she believes in and act accordingly amidst brutal circumstances.<br/><br/>Though the book doesn't introduce topics with quite as much depth as expected, it doesn't avoid them all together. Katniss's insecurities about death and love, for instance are still very present, and it is evident that throughout the story the author is laying the groundwork for the next two books in the Trilogy.<br/><br/>With an unexpected ending, dashes of tongue in cheek humor, and lots of quick thinking and riveting, suspenseful moments, The Hunger Games succeeds in capturing attention, and provoking thoughts. In its own way, it ranks high up along with Scott Westerfeld's Uglies series and Neil Shusterman's Unwind; a completely scintillating book and wholly promising start to what's sure to be a spectacular trilogy.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R254UKCVIYUC1C?ASIN=0439023521	Extremely hard to put down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Let me preface this review by stating that this was my first exposure to Suzanne Collins' work, having not read her Overland Chronicles series, and I am so enrapt by this piece, that I have gone out and purchased the first book in that particular series.  I will also admit, normally I am not inclined to pick up a book from the young adult genre for personal reading, but this work has changed my entire outlook on that decision.  I am now considering expanding my repertoire to this genre and exploring other works that are out there, as this one book has truly changed my manner of thinking.<br/><br/>Without giving away any spoilers (as I know personally I abhor having a surprise ruined for me), I will restate what the book jacket essentially tells the reader.  Kat is a resident of District 12, the last of several districts who are under the boot of the Capitol.  In her world where starvation is accepted as a daily occurrence, she finds herself forced into the Hunger Games, a sick and twisted creation of the Capitol devised to remind the twelve districts that they are never in control of their destinies.  It is a perverse ritual that pits 11-17 year-olds against one another in a literal fight to the death.  One cannot help to make some slight connection with today's reality shows, but the Hunger Games takes this concept to the extreme level.<br/><br/>From the onset, we are then introduced to a fascinating, intriguing, sickening and emotionally charged dystopia of near epic proportions.  Though this may be a work of young adult fiction, there is no lack of grit, violence imagery and raw emotion, as teenagers struggle to come to terms with a violent and harsh reality that is their world.  Innocence becomes a lost concept; reality turns into `surreality'; the Hunger Games have begun, and it seems that no one is safe in this future.<br/><br/>The writing is very fast-paced.  I was able to finish this book with considerable ease, but I do hope that does not prove a detraction for anyone.  While it might not be on the same literary level as Orwell or Huxley, the content certainly ranks up there with those giants of a disturbingly-crafted future.  There are some 'Big Brother' elements, as well as the forced duty of a helpless populace.  While I may be trying not to give away any surprises, Collins herself also only feeds us facts and details about this world in small doses, which might perhaps be for the best.  I was personally made physically uncomfortable when reading about the horrors of this new world.  Perhaps this is not the lightest subject for young adults to read, but at the same time, maybe this is an important lesson in order that we control ourselves in the future.<br/><br/>A quick read, a marvelous fiction, and a cast of characters that is easy to identify with make The Hunger Games one of the best books I have had the pleasure to read in some time.  Please don't let the targeted age range turn you away; this is a book for all generations.  Given its easy of reading, I think it would be an outstanding addition to any book club reading list, personal collection, school curriculum, or the like.  Put this one on the same shelf as 1984 and Brave New World, as it certainly deserves a place among the most popular dystopias of all time.<br/><br/>(One last note, I am hoping that this is only the first book of a new series by Collins.  If this first opus is any indication of what's to follow, then I am most eager to learn more about the world she has created, and the characters introduced in THG.  If she prefers to shift gears into another district and another group of characters, then I will perhaps even be more enticed to read further; the more light she can shed on this future of ours, the more excited I am to be reading these works).</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3F9GL19PTHI0F?ASIN=0439023521	The #1 book that will pull you in!(12 year old review)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games by FAR is the best book I have ever read. I read this when I was in 5th grade, and my mom wouldn't let me read it till she'd read it first. Many people hate this book before they even read it, it's NOT. THAT.BAD. The book, yes, is framed around the factor 'kids killing kids'. Thats not the point, their forced to do it. They're doing it to survive, and in the book most of those kids don't even WANT to kill. The first time I read this I couldn't put it down, it's a very very very very good book. Well written and perfect for a Book Report(Trust me, A+ Experience ;) ).<br/>However the context is very graphic and gory, and I wouldn't recommend it to any kid under the age of 12, or in 4th grade or younger. Once you get into the book it's hard to get out, as the series progresses it gets more gruesome. So I strongly suggest you  make a descion if you/ or your child should read this. Many of my friends say they are two 'scared' to read it because it will give them nightmares. This IS partly true. There are 3 times in the book were it DOES get very detailed in gore, which alone gave me nightmares. However if your not bothered by this then, by all means! Go ahead! But parents, I'm a Christian, and I don't agree with all of this. However this book has many good point of views. So make your choice before you read it please!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SRJQMAZLBIL7?ASIN=0439023521	A Review of the Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really liked this book!  The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins rocks!  The book is fast paced with lots of action and you really get to know, like and dislike the characters.  The story takes place in the future where life is hard.  There are 12 districts that are all very different, producing special goods depending on where they are located.  These districts must all give up one male and one female known as tributes to fight to the death in the Hunger Games.  All this occurs on live TV. These games are designed by the government to keep the districts in line.  There is a lot of hype associated with the games and the tributes are considered celebrities.<br/><br/>The two main characters are Katniss and Peeta.  They come from a poor mining district where Katniss has struggled her whole life.  Along the way she has picked up cool skills like hunting with her bow and knowing how to track and these end up helping her survive the Hunger Games.  I really liked Katniss.  She is tough but also had a soft side which I think Peeta brings out in her.  My favorite part of the book is the action of the games.  Don't get me wrong, this book is very violent and bloody and many people die as they struggle to survive in the Hunger Games.  So read with caution because it can be intense.  Overall all the hunger Games leaves you hungry for more!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1X615DV8MK60X?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well-written, engaging and surprising.<br/><br/>I feel like I could talk about the themes and cultural significance of this book at length, but given its popularity, I know I wouldn't be the first. The only thing I have to add that may not have been said before is that I was surprised and delighted by the author's attitudes towards human bodies.<br/><br/>SO much of pop culture is saturated by a concern for how we look and what other people think of us. Katniss is a breath of fresh air - a girl who is self-possessed and has no doubts about her right to exist in her own body, about the *rightness* of that body and what she can do with it.<br/><br/>Katniss's perspective on the way that Capitol citizens decorate and change their bodies from their natural states is, quite frankly, refreshing. It's subtle, but for me it absolutely made the book. There is no body-shaming anywhere to be found, no value placed on looks, only on strength of character.<br/><br/>What also struck me is that Collins handles the delicate situations where one could infer sexual intimacy between characters in a demure and delicate manner, allowing the reader to infer it if they so desire.<br/><br/>Bottom line - I wouldn't hesitate to hand this to a girl of ANY age and recommend she read it. I'm sure that I'll be reading it again myself, many times.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFMDNHCIG4VOH?ASIN=0439023521	Who comes up with this stuff?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I started reading this eBook, my first thought was, who comes up with this stuff?!?!!  Our world in the future, a government who uses the self-killing children of its land to yearly remind its people that you shouldn't rise against the government...  Boy do I wish I had this type of imagination.<br/><br/>I got hooked right in.  My sister-in-law recommended it about a year ago, and I finally got some free time.  The characters are well developed, the foundation was well thoughtout, the intensity started in the first chapter.  I could barely put the book down.  I am a very slow reader, often used to proof-read others' materials because I read every ""and"", ""the"" and ""to"".  I read this book in three days!!  A personnal record for this slow reader, I am sure.<br/><br/>I couldn't believe the next chapter and the next chapter after that.  Shock, awe, confusion, questions, intensity, insanity.  It really was good.  Had to learn a few new phrases and terminology, but after a while, it was second hand.<br/><br/>The ending was totally worth the wait.  LOVE IT.  Thanks to my SIL for recommending the series.<br/><br/>I would definitely recommend this book.  I hope you enjoyed it as much as I did.  The eBook was great, I didn't feel I missed anything by not having the actual book in my hand (in case you are on the fence).</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXXV5M3OFZFCU?ASIN=0439023521	Just another Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm writing about the hunger games I was practically held at gun point and forced to read it so a 3 star rating should be seen as a high honor considering I had no other options. I'll start off by giving a brief summary of the story, the main characters name is Katniss and she lives in a post war world in which the government has total control of 12 districts. They exploit the total control by forcing 24 children to fight to the death every year. Katnisses sister is chosen to be one of the 24 children but Katness volunteers instead. Her partner in the fight is a boy who saved her family by throwing her bread years ago. They go through brief training and are put into a computer controlled arena in which they fight the other 22 children to the death.<br/><br/>  In my opinion the book has its ""wow this is boring!"" mements and its ""wow thats cool"" moments. But in my opinion the book was slightly boring and drawn out with a few enjoable moments. I would reccomend this book to 5-8th grade girls which seems to be the target audence anyway. The plot is quite intresting because its relateable to what might happen if the govenment goets to big/Obama gets reelected. The whole idea of a government nuking its own people is quite intrested.The world in which this oocures seems to be similar to fallout 3/fallout new vegas atmosphere</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NJ6WF0SCXSYY?ASIN=0439023521	I couldn't put this book down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was such a great book, I don't know where to begin.  When I read the insert of this book, I thought it would be just an ok read, something to fill the time in between my other books.  I was so wrong!  It's such a great book, Suzanne Collins truly describes a post North American society that is so creative and believable.  The main character, Katniss, is young and truly likable without being overly ""good"" and ""innocent"".  She's a survivor, she's strong and caring and fiercely loyal and defensive of those she loves.<br/><br/>I love Peeta and Gale, they are the type of guys you want to fall in love with, the problem is you wish they could be rolled up into one person.  One is so sweet and caring and has no problems being open about his love an affection, the other is so strong and dependable and just enough manliness in him so that you feel safe and secure.  I haven't decided who I want Katniss to end up with, they are both such great guys!  And all this romance and intermal struggle that Katniss has to figure out while being thrown into an arena with 23 other people for a fight to the death......it kept me on the edge of my seat.<br/><br/>I read until 2AM, I could have kept on going, but I have to work in the morning and I have a 20 month year old toddler that doesn't let mommy stop for naps.  GREAT READ, HIGHLY RECOMMEND IT.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FMY5HZZD4JT?ASIN=0439023521	Sure to be a classic of the dystopian genre	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">In ""The Hunger Games,"" Suzanne Collins has created the finest young-adult dystopian novel since ""The Giver,"" and in fact one of the most solidly enjoyable dystopian novels I've ever read (and I'm a fan of the genre).  Her worldbuilding is solid and involving, and the issues she explores are serious, relevant, and treated with all the nuance they deserve.  Her characters are complex and relatable; the protagonist, Katniss Everdeen, is easily one of the best-realized characters in juvenile fiction.  Katniss isn't always a likable character - she can be surly, cynical, pragmatically violent - but readers invariably admire her strength, recognize her vulnerability, and come to care deeply about her within a few chapters.  In a novel that was published when ""Twilight"" frenzy was nearing its peak, it's refreshing to read about a young woman for whom romance is at most a side concern.  As one would expect from a novel about a 24-person televised death match, there's plenty of knuckle-whitening action, and although most of the violence happens offstage, so to speak, there are a few wincingly gruesome scenes.  The story is well-paced, and there's plenty of introspection as well as action.  It all adds up perfectly to a novel that's hard to put down (I read most of it in one sitting the first time around).  Don't miss it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OLT5EZWG0EQY?ASIN=0439023521	Great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">On one hand, I'm much too old to be considered the 'target audience' for this series of books.  But, on the other hand, the first several recommendations I got for this series were from other readers in my own age group, so I gave in and bought the trilogy before a long plane trip.<br/><br/>Suffice it to say that I started reading two days before my departure, and I was so completely sucked in that I finished Book 1 and had to start Book 2 less than 2 hours into the 13 hour flight.  Thank goodness I had plenty of other reading material on my Kindle, because I devoured all three books long before my return flight!<br/><br/>The stories in this series are really captivating, and the only reason they seem to fall into the 'young adult' category is because they contain no sex or profanity to speak of, their protagonists are mostly under 20 years old, and because they're complexly disguised morality tales.  But I'd say that anyone who appreciates a good adventure could enjoy this series.<br/><br/>My only tiny criticism is that I felt Book 1 was the best.  Book 2 was good, but there were a couple of instances of 'information dumping', where it seemed the author got bored, or needed a good night's sleep, or just wanted to get some info out of the way.  Book 3 was fine, necessary, but not as well written as Book 1.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RQ8C7MFVMTXS?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought this as a gift for my husband and was sure he would hate it. But it turns out we both loved it and continued on to read the rest of the series. This one is by far the best though. Highly recommend.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVZGPV2UYDZXI?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games - Definitely better than expected!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What can I say, I did not immediately jump on the ""Hunger Game"" train when the books were released. A few friends encouraged me to read the series, but I honestly did not think I would enjoy them. Boy, was I wrong! This book completely took me by surprise. I could hardly put the book down and everything about it left me wanting more. So, it's no surprise that as soon as I was finished wit this book, I immediately moved on to the second in the series (which is just as good, I must say!).<br/><br/>The book is basically about a girl named Katniss Everdeen who resides in District 12 within the nation of Panem. Each year, each district must select one male and one female (or tributes, if you will) to compete in the 'Hunger Games', where they will compete against the other competitors in each district and must survive until they are the last one standing. By a twisted turn of events, Katniss is elected the female tribute for District 12. This first book tells the story of Katniss's struggle to not only survive in the Hunger Games, but also keep her friends and family alive.<br/><br/>My message to anyone that thinks this series isn't for them: give it a try. I think this series as a little bit of something for everyone - romance, action, adventure, and SO much more.<br/><br/>Would DEFINITELY recommend!<br/>:)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LDKAP09NRYEZ?ASIN=0439023521	Let the Games begin	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It isn't the first time that stories or movies have revolved around the idea of throwing people into an arena to fight to the death. Watching people battle to survive for entertainment has happened several times throughout history. The Hunger Games is no exception. Every year one boy and one girl is chosen from each of the twelve districts to fight to become a victor. After her sister's name is selected, Katniss Everdeen volunteers herself as a tribute to protect her sister.<br/><br/>Although her intentions are good and it appears that her heart is the in the right place, I found myself slightly irritated by Katniss. Sure, her heart was in the right place to protect her sister and that was noble. But there are others around her that are doing everything they can to protect her but if she isn't let in on the plans (for her own good) she gets hostile when she should be thanking them.<br/><br/>Out of all of the characters, Peeta is the one I loved the most. He has been watching out for Katniss her entire life, falling more in love with her as the time passes on even though she pays him no attention until after both are tributes. Once in the arena he is still watching over her, risking his own life. His heart and soul are golden and it was nice to see such an amazing character within the story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVGROHSKHYVZ3?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing series - amazing book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'd heard about this here and there, but never really paid it much attention until a co-worker started talking about it. He spoke glowingly of the book, so I decided to take a peek at it the next time I went shopping. However, when I saw that it was written in first, person present tense, I freaked out a little, because that's not a style I particularly like.<br/><br/>But while waiting for an oil change, I meandered the book section of the store and grabbed a copy and decided to give it a shot again.<br/><br/>Boy, I'm sure glad I did.<br/><br/>Set in the future where the United States no longer exists, the country is divided in to 12 districts. Residents of each district barely scrape by and their lives are harsh. However, each year, two teenagers from every district - a boy and a girl - are chosen to compete against each other in the Hunger Games at the Capitol. These games are brutal and end when only one teen is left standing.<br/><br/>The book had excellent pacing, and the relationships formed early on in the Games allowed the reader to draw insight about each character and determine who to root for and who you hoped didn't make it.<br/><br/>I was surprised at how much I enjoyed this book. There are two more in the series, and I can't wait to get started to see how it all ends.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZVX8ZBNLU1OX?ASIN=0439023521	An enjoyable read (even for adults)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I typically don't read YA books but the movie has caused quite a stir for this novel among young readers and adults and that piqued my interest.  The premise is excellent - a revised North America, post-quelled rebellion, in which the ruling class keep the masses in place by forcing an annual to-the-death competition pitting 12 girls and 12 boys against each other.  It's a solid story and exciting at times but as an adult reader I was hoping for a bit more depth to the characters. I also expected more of a battle between good and evil (in this case the government vs. the beaten down masses) but perhaps that will follow as this is just book 1 of a trilogy.<br/><br/>For me at times the story line seemed to emulate a violent video game more than anything else.  And, yes, I know it's a YA book so I make this comment merely to alert other adult readers who are certain to read it as well.  It IS a good story, I do recommend it to other adults and I will read book 2.  A note to parents of teen readers: there is a good amount of violence and death so it may be more intense than many of the stories your children typically read.<br/><br/>A final comment: for those readers who really enjoy PA books and want a novel that I found to be much more riveting, I highly recommend The Stand by Stephen King.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GWG44JZX0XI?ASIN=0439023521	If you're thinking of reading this, just do it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Ever since I heard about The Hunger Games, I've debated on reading the series or not.  Part of me feared it would be a lot like the Twilight Series - which everyone raved about, but when I attempted to read left me entirely dissatisfied and disappointed - but, after hearing recommendations for the trillionth time, I finally sucked it up and downloaded a sample for this, the first book in the series.  Let me tell you, I am so happy I bought the book, and the two that follow.  This series left me touched, made me cry and laugh and groan.  There were some areas that got a bit frustrating for me as a reader (such as Katniss' romantic life, and her constant confusion over it) but in a way that was annoying because it was so real; what sixteen year old girl doesn't have those annoying mental conversations with herself, especially when it comes to a boy she likes?  Having experienced a few of the things mentioned in the book (such as dehydration) I can say that Suzanne Collins really did her research.  All the characters, Katniss in particular, read as very human and you end up in love with not only her, but all of them.  You cheer for them, you cry for them, and you wish, desperately, that things were different.<br/><br/>Honestly, this series ranks up there with Harry Potter for me personally!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15KTEDT5EQV5Y?ASIN=0439023521	Most unusual story--excellent writer--very creative.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a three volume book. The first book ""The Hunger Games"" is by far the best, actually outstanding, and clearly should be rated 5 stars except for how disappointed I was in volumes 2 and 3.<br/><br/>The second book, ""Catching Fire"" is worth reading but not outstanding. I would rate it 3 stars.<br/><br/>The third book, ""Mockingjay"" was a disappointment. On its own, I would rate it 1 star; 2 stars at the most. In fact, I only finished reading it because of how Book 1 captured my interest and book 2 held it. By its own merit, I would not have finished the book and perhaps I shouldn't have bothered.  However, I wanted to read to the end after book 1 was so captivating of my interest.  I could not put book 1 down but I stopped reading book 3 several times.<br/><br/>In book 3, the girl, the hero of the story, was hardly that. Instead she spent most of her time being an injured or unable to preform due to regreats and depression.  Furthermore, although she was used as a symbol to encourage the rebels to continue fighting, she was basically under house arrest, unable to even go hunting without a guard and had no more authority than a private in the army.<br/><br/>Perhaps the book was realistic in how war destroys people.  However, you like for your heros to be more than weak crybabies.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29X73X8QR740T?ASIN=0439023521	Wow! All I Can Say Is Wow! Stunning!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm still trying to digest this book. I don't typically read science fiction, in fact, I believe it's my first. I only read it because I have 5th graders reading it and parents asking me about it. I avoided it for weeks. It's just not my type of book, but once I started, I couldn't put it down. I read it in one day, and now I know I'll have to read Catching Fire. This is a gripping story that takes a hard look at humanity. It's thought provoking, and rather frightning. I was told it was about ""kids killing kids"", but in reality it is so much more. The layers and depths of this book go far beyond this simple premise. It's like a combination of that story I read in high school, The Lottery, and the one about the hunter becoming the hunted (I can't remember the title), The Lord of the Flies, and today's reality shows. Collins blends all of this together with a flavor of 1800's wilderness survival and modern times, but puts the story in a futuristic setting where democracy no longer reigns. This book requires mature thought. It's a rare 5th grader who can read this book and grip its many underlying meanings and layers. I would preserve this for high school. I think it would make an interesting study in (female protagonist) character if you put it together with Graceling by Kristen Cashore.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OJJTPJ5BAVYH?ASIN=0439023521	A Logan's Run for today's Teen. Worthy for Adults too.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I debated whether to get this book because of some of the negative reviews regarding the subject matter. On a friend's insistance I bought it and I'm glad I did.<br/><br/>1. This is a YA book appropriate for 13 and up I would guess. The writing is very engaging and thought provoking and would appeal to many adults, especially women (the lead character is female) and those who like futuristic, survivalist, apocalyptic tales. It reminded me of Logan's Run if you are old enough to remember the 1970's film and tv show.<br/><br/>2. It gets 5 stars not because it is groundbreakingly inventive or the best book ever written but because it is a simple tale constructd incredibly well. It is a page turner and I finished it in 2 days.<br/><br/>3. Regarding the subject matter: I will try not to be a spoiler here. It is not as gruesome and barbaric as I thought it would be. Killings are justified on behalf of the lead character - we are with her in spirit when she does what she has to do. Nothing is gratuitous.<br/><br/>4. I did laugh a few times at the plot, especially in the first third of the book. But if you can get over some of the over the top stuff, it is an enjoyable ride. and for any thinking person, there's a real trilogy here and you can begin to guess and wonder on how it will unfold in future books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LVFWUDQUIO5U?ASIN=0439023521	Exceeds Expectations :)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow. I'm at a loss of words. This was amazing. When I first finished it, I thought it was a bit disturbing, but after reading the second and eventually third book, I fell in love with the series. I immediatly went and saw the movie. The best possible actors are in it. It couldn't have been better. I'm trying to persuade my mom to take me to the movie again :) What I recommend: Read the first book. Give it a couple of days to sink in. Go find the second and third books. Do not start reading the second book unless you have the thid right next to you. Read and enjoy. Go see the movie ASAP. Go see the movie again. Watch the movie one more time. Reread the series twice. Become obsessed. NEVER read any of the parodies. Meet Suzanne Collins. Take up archery lessons. Become amazing at archery. Find out where it is and move to District 12. Name your children after the characters. Hunt with a bow and arrow. Learn how to make Katniss's favorite dish properly. Never ever stray away from the Hunger Games or I will come find you and annoy you until you promise to stay with the Hunger Games for the rest of your life. Do all of this and you will have a wonderful amazing life :)<br/><br/>Hunger Games<br/>Katniss+Peeta=Love<br/>Katniss+Gale=Kisses<br/><br/>GO HUNGER GAMES!!!!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3T6S1SFN6F181?ASIN=0439023521	An Enjoyable Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">“The Hunger Games” takes place in a futuristic setting where the government forces children to have an annual fight to the death as punishment for the past generation’s wrong doing. The last person standing is the winner. This battle is broadcasted live on national television as entertainment. Each person must decide what type of contender they will be; deceitful or honorable.<br/><br/>This book is a dystopia, but also contains a bit of romance and action. It has a little bit of everything in it. Some books are really difficult to get into, but this is not one of them. I was interested right from the beginning. When I began reading, it was practically impossible to put the book down. This is the first book in “The Hunger Games” trilogy. As the trilogy progresses, the plot gets stronger and more desirable. The only thing is, the writing style is a bit young. The book was written for teens/young adults, so the vocabulary is not very complex.<br/><br/>I would definitely recommend “The Hunger Games” to anyone who likes a good dystopia. If you are looking for a novel with stronger vocabulary, however, you might not find it as enjoyable as others. Nevertheless, if you enjoy a mix of action and romance, I encourage you to read this book. You will not be disappointed.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RW95WR210OJQE?ASIN=0439023521	I can't like it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I know I'm in the minority, but I can't like this book or this series.  Frankly, I gave it 2 stars because while I don't like it and there are major flaws, it wasn't horrific, which is what a 1 star book would be for me.<br/><br/>There are alot of reasons I don't like this book/series, and all of them are listed in my in-depth review on my blog<br/><br/>http:[...]<br/><br/>But, here are the highlights:<br/>1. I can't make myself like Katniss.  She is an emotionally distant, cold, almost sociopathic girl with no understanding of the things happening around her.<br/>2. All the other characters are so shallow that they can be summed up in one or two adjectives and it would be the extent of the character in total.  For instance: Peeta is the baker's son who likes to bake, frost cakes, paint, and he loves Katniss for some reason.  And that's it.  That's Peeta.<br/>3. The story was really just a derivative premise and everything else is an attempt to stretch that cool idea (kids killing each other in high tech arenas for the amusement of the rich) into a trilogy.  It felt fake and forced.<br/><br/>So, I know most everyone loves it.  Some have even said that it changed their lives.  For those people, good for you.  I know books have that power.  I have felt similarly at times, but alas, not this time.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RG443041AWNKY?ASIN=0439023521	Similar to BATTLE ROYALE, but definitely its own unique vision	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A really entertaining and exciting teen read that's far edgier than I expected. Any number of people have already made the connection to Battle Royale, but reading The Hunger Games not two days after watching the film again made the connection seem very obvious. After all, both are about a government attempting to keep its population in line via a brutal competition; both feature teenagers and young children battling to the death; both feature shocking displays of violence from said young people. But for all the hoopla and complaints, the tone, execution, and themes of the two pieces couldn't be more different. The Hunger Games plays the competition far more seriously than Royale, eschewing the latter's social satire in favor of focusing on the effect of this warfare on those who participate. Beyond that, Hunger Games touches on the psychological warfare of government, the power of media, and even the effectiveness of propaganda. To be sure, there's a couple of teen-bait plot threads involving romance, but they don't reduce from the overall greatness of the book. Hunger Games is surprisingly unflinching and creates a fascinating world I'm very curious about, and sets up enough interesting plot threads to leave me very ready to check out book two of the series.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1T75364TYB40A?ASIN=0439023521	I dare you to try to put it down in the middle!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I just finished reading Collins' The Hunger Games for the second time in a few months, finding that I loved it even more the second time.  The first time, I was so fraught with worry for the characters that I couldn't fully appreciate the complexity of the character development and the details of the plotting.<br/><br/>When a friend first described this book to me by saying ""it's about a future world where the government forces 24 teenagers to travel to a huge arena and fight to the death,"" I didn't even try to hide my eye rolling.  ""That sounds terrible,"" I groaned.  She finally convinced me to try it: ""Just read a chapter or two and see what you think,"" she urged.  Well, she couldn't have been more right . . . I only had to read a few pages of this book to get fully engrossed and hooked.<br/><br/>Yes, the premise is brutal and repellant.<br/><br/>Yes, the book contains a lot of graphic violence.<br/><br/>Yes, you will be disgusted by the insensitivity and selfishness of the government in this dystopian society.<br/><br/>And, yes, you won't be able to put it down.<br/><br/>Don't believe me?  Just read a chapter or two and see if I'm wrong!<br/><br/>You can thank me later . . . and now if you'll excuse me, I have a friend that I need to thank.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BSJBJI54NH27?ASIN=0439023521	Living up to the hype	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Two years ago I finally got around to reading ""Ender's Game"" by Orson Scott Card. Prior to recently reading ""The Hunger Games"" by Suzanne Collins, Ender's Game was the first young adult novel I read as an ""adult"". And while it too lived up to its reputation, by the time I got around to reading it, I was fairly intimate with the plot, characters, setting, etc (there were very few surprises left). By comparison, I went into The Hunger Games with little to no expectations, untainted by the fine opinion of other readers. On a related side note, it was also the first book (outside Known Afterlife) that I read on my Kindle.<br/><br/>I am a sucker for most any dystopia settings, throw in a strong but vulnerable heroine and some suspenseful action, and you pretty much ""had me at hello"". Suzanne Collins strikes a perfect balance of showing and describing, providing the reader just enough to stoke the edges of imagination. The pace of prose and simple but elegant writing sucked me in out the gate, finishing the book in less then a week. A week post finishing the book and I am still thinking about the story, a true measure of a great book no matter what the targeted demographic.<br/><br/>I plan on reading the sequels as well adding a few more YA books to my every growing TBR list.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26024HDBJEZX?ASIN=0439023521	I didn't wanna like it but...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie first. Yes I know taboo really. But I had grown sick and tired about hearing how great this book was. It was becoming the new Twilight and I couldn't stand it. (That being said see the movie first, more suspense really). Now the book. This is a sleek and fast read. I really didn't want to like this book and by the end of chapter one I was cursing how good this book was. The hype is understandable, this is a brutal story with a fantastic underlying commentary.<br/><br/>The story is, as most everyone knows by now, about Katniss Everdeen. A young girl from district twelve. One of the desolate districts where finding dinner is a challenge. She volunteers for her sisters place in the hunger games. A worldwide event in which twenty four kids between twelve and eighteen fight to the death for glory and the entertainment of the capital. This was a horrible summary but it's all I've got at the moment.<br/><br/>The story is fast and has a great pace leaving the reader wondering where the last few hours had gone. Collins does a great job making this book accessible and as endearing to adults as well as to the teens it's aimed at. It's not your average young adult novel and it's heaps and bounds better than most out there. The hype is worth it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2I25D1WJTBS0?ASIN=0439023521	Merely OK, Battle Royale-light for American readers	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The setting and set up is neat, but the story is very light and is basically the same as Battle Royale. I would recommend that book before this one; this is more like fluff than actual substance.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IYX0BLRDBIRG?ASIN=0439023521	Could not stop reading!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The secret to a reader believing in something is all in the writing.  If the author uses finesse and imagination to create a world different to our own and includes elements we can relate to, then when we are caught up in fiction we are so involved we forget to question what is real or what is not.  Those elements are there and we find ourselves thinking that if we don't change things in this world now then we may end up in that other world. It is a fine line at times between fiction and reality.  Did I love this book?  Absolutely! It is brutal and yet poignant and we live and breathe every step of the games with Katniss.  There is so much in all the characters that connects to our daily lives.  Fear for our families well-being both in the present and the future, responsibility, the desire to flee from unpleasantness and the ability to find courage under incredible circumstances.  The book has a freshness in its story, a capitvating style in which to display it and contains a down to earth approach in plot and syntax that is totally fascinating in its ability to be believable.  I know it was written for young adults but this book transcends age, so much so I had already downloaded the second book before I was half-way with this one. Wow! Read it.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R374022W44GM89?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing. I'd seen the first two movies before reading the series.  You'll understand Katniss so much better for reading the series.  Seeing the movies didn't ruin a thing for me.  Love Love Love.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IE6DCQF3WJWC?ASIN=0439023521	For class	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Patrick.M-The Hunger Games is a great book. Suzanne Collins has written the best book ever to me. The Hunger Games (book 1) and Catching Fire (book 2) are full of action, romance, and adventure. Other authors have read this book and they loved it. Here is a review from J.K. Rowling. ""I couldn't stop reading it. At dinner I hid it under my chair"". I am a 5th grader and I agree and love the books.<br/> The stories are about a girl named Katniss Everdeen. This book takes place in the future. There are 12 Districts and one Capitol. 74 years before the Districts tried to rebel against the Capitol. The Capitol won and for punishment they created the Hunger Games. The Hunger Games are simple. One girl and one boy from each district are thrown into an arena from a frozen wasteland to a desert. The rules are simple the point is it's a fight to the death and the last one standing wins.<br/> The book is great once you start you can't stop. Also don't let it get to your mind. Don't read it if your younger than 11. The book ends in disaster so you have to read The Hunger Games then Catching Fire and wait tell August 2010 for book 3. I will wait 100 years just to read book 3. READ READ Suzanne Collins books, The Hunger Games (book 1) and Catching Fire (book 2).</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2O1YNUU7RJMO7?ASIN=0439023521	Worthy addition to young adult dystopian fiction	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games was quite a page turner, and while I did enjoy it, I didn't quite love the book.<br/><br/>I'm not going to go through the plot as quite a few people have read it, or if they haven't, there are plenty of sources to find that information. I will say that the plot was, in my view, the best part of the book. As I said above, it's quite a page turner, but although I didn't think the writing was bad per se, I didn't feel it was up to par with The Giver by Lois Lowry or The House of the Scorpion by Nancy Farmer. The romance angle in the book irritated me a bit. I understand to a degree why it was necessary to the plot, but I thought it could have been a little more well done. Another minor irritation was the naming of the characters in the book. I suppose it was done on purpose, but I felt it distracted me from the story every time I came upon a strange name. I've never really noticed it in books like Lord of the Rings, etc., but in this book the names just seemed a bit silly.<br/><br/>Even with all that said, I did like the book quite a bit and plan on reading the entire trilogy. I hate to be too negative when I actually enjoyed it, but since it's received so many rave reviews, I just thought I'd explain why my rating was a little lower.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23RWDBDZK0VP0?ASIN=0439023521	Best aggressive female lead since Lina Inverse from Slayers.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was trying to figure out whet drew me to this story, as I usually avoid ""popular"" things. Katniss is a very colorful character &amp; blissfully un-Mary-Sue-like; she's caustic, bounces back &amp; forth between pessimism &amp; optimism, self-sufficient, socially awkward, strategic, uncourteous, cautious, street-smart, brash, &amp; petulant.<br/><br/>For me, the book touched on things I've seen or read in my own childhood, making it a little nostalgic. The political aspect was reminiscent of George' Orwell's 1984, while the actual games reminded me of the Hunter Trials from the first story arc in the 2001 (not the 2011 remake) ""Hunter x Hunter.""<br/><br/>I guess the only thing I didn't like was how much emphasis went into Katniss sleeping &amp; eating, sleeping &amp; eating, sleeping &amp; eating. I think I've gained weight just reading about all the food she consumes every 5 minutes.<br/><br/>I also like the way The Capitol was used to mock popularity &amp; the celebrity lifestyle....Gaudy fashions, pretentiousness, spending stupid amounts of money on petty things, false friends, fleeting admiration, pretending to be something you're not &amp; telling people what they want to hear in order to be popular. If the Games were highschool, the Careers would have been the Preppies.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3T4ORHYVLAJRO?ASIN=0439023521	couldn't put it down, until the ending	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I began reading this book three days ago and finished it today.  It is an excellent book, well-written and engaging.  I hung on every word and i think that the true mark of a good book is that feeling when you say ""I'm going to read until 6pm"" then comes 7 and you're still reading until finally its 10PM and you're wondering where the last 4 hours went.  The Hunger Games was that book for me, easily the most enjoyable book i have read in a while.  However, that doesn't mean it is without flaw.<br/>In my eyes, the only true problem with this book was the ending.  I understand it is a lead-in to a whole new book (Catching-Fire) but i feel that the ending to the Games themselves was a bit confusing, and therefore a bit anti-climatic.  I had to read it twice to know what was really going on and it just seemed to me that it could have been done better a different way.  But, I am a fan of the ""Final Showdown"" so when I was robbed of it in this instance, it turned me off a little bit.  Hopefully, you know what i am talking about if you have read it.  I don't want to spoil it for anyone who hasn't.<br/>Overall though, I am intrigued by the book and will be purchasing the 2nd book soon.  As soon as i get my vision back from reading this one lol.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5E7KMMXOWRKZ?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games Review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was a little hesitant about this book at first.  I assumed it was going to be good, but I didn't know how good it would be.  There was so much hype about it, that I was afraid I would begin reading it and find myself disappointed.  But oh, was I wrong.  I absolutely loved this novel.  From the first pages, it had me.  And let me say to all of you that have yet to read it...  believe the hype.  Give yourself up to it and just read it already.<br/><br/>The main thing I loved about this book was that it wasn't easy to figure out.  You didn't know what was going to happen until it happened, or how things were going to happen.  You were basically left in the dark with no choice but to continue reading.  I was kept guessing on every single page.  The Hunger Games is very well written.  Whether it's the horridity of the violence and the Games, or the heart and emotion you feel as you read on about the individual characters.  It was easy to get sucked in and you remained there until the end.<br/><br/>Another thing that stood out to me about this novel was the lack of romance.  Of course, there's a little romance in the novel, but only a tiny portion.  It doesn't take center stage and demand all the attention.  The book itself does not revolve around lust and love like most do.  I love my love stories, but this book was a bit refreshing in that sense.<br/><br/>I loved this book so much and it is so different from anything I've read recently.  As soon as I finished the last page, I honestly wanted to throw myself right into book two, Catching Fire.  This book really does live up to the hype.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPOYSRQJRTTE?ASIN=0439023521	Nothing Else Like It	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">First of all I would like to clear up certian things popping up in the negative reviews.<br/><br/>1. This isn't a post-apocolyptic world, its following the collapse of the U.S. If you want world-in-disaster go read The Maze Runner Series.<br/><br/>2. For those who believe that this would never happen, I hate to burst your bubble but, it did. In the ancient Roman times and in Dictator Joseph Stalin's time, the people bent on power would kill there rivals by making them commite suicide. How? The most important thing to sane people is there families. The people who wanted them dead would threaten to kill their families if they didn't kill themselves first. Also today people threaten to kill families if they don't get what they want. This book just has a different senerio to show it.<br/><br/>Enough with the History lesson, this book is amazing. Full of twists and turns and well, practically everything that makes up a best seller.  Refering to my title, I really have never read anything like this and even when the knock-offs come they will be just that. When abook makes someone cry you know its good and at one part, I cried like a baby. Rather than reading my review you should be reading the book. Its worth it I promise.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DRCY1SPDKY9?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games, plus both sequels	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am just finishing the last few pages of the last book in this 3 book series.  I picked up the Hunger Games thinking my teenage daughter might like it.  I brought it home and perused the covers, then sat down and read the first few pages...then couldn't put it down again.  I had to scramble to find the remaining two books because I had no idea when I purchased it, that there were two more, ugh...but, Amazon delivered those quickly enough.  They are mesmerizing, a great fast read.  I can't remember in my half century, when I have been so enthralled with a book, if ever, let alone a 3 book series.  I highly recommend this book series.  I've loved all three books tremendously and am sad there isn't more.  To be so lost in a story that holds you on that you can't put it down is rare.  I do however disagree with one other review that stated the story was gruesome in nature.  It's a book about people trying to save themselves and their world, with a young female adult at the helm of the storyline. A girl who is immature, naive, and sassy.  It is not a Steven King horror novel, nor is it as horrific and distubing to read as one reader described.  It is an easy and enjoyable read for young adults to any age.  Hope you agree.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NY35IZGRS3GQ?ASIN=0439023521	Satisfying read for adults also	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is one of those books, like the Harry Potter series, that adults should read also.  Don't let the category fool you in to missing an excellent book.<br/><br/>Since there have been plenty of reviews of this book already, I will simply touch briefly on the main topic already covered and why you shouldn't care.<br/><br/>On the book being not entirely original.<br/><br/>Yes, this book is reminiscent of ""The Most Dangerous Game"", ""The Lottery"", ""The Long Walk"", and ""The Running Man"".  It doesn't matter.  The take is unique enough and the add-ons original enough that you find yourself not caring, even if you have previously read all 4 of the stories mentioned above.  Since the first two of these stories are considered classic literature, it should give you an idea that the topics resonate enough to have a lasting impact.  Many greats works can be considered derivative if you go back far enough.  For those who read this book and enjoy it, but haven't read the 4 mentioned stories, I highly encourage you to read them.  Two of them can be found in one book: <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Bachman-Books-Four-Early-Novels-by-Richard-Bachman-Rage-The-Long-Walk-Roadwork-The-Running-Man/dp/0452277752"">The Bachman Books : Four Early Novels by Richard Bachman (Rage / The Long Walk / Roadwork / The Running Man)</a> This is Stephen King writing as Richard Bachman.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VXKKTIP5EUEC?ASIN=0439023521	A MUST Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When a friend first told me about The Hunger Games I thought, ""yuck!""  No way, was I going to read it.<br/><br/>The way she described it made it sound like a gladiator-style, Survivor (the TV show) type book. I didn't want to waste my time with it. I mean, I just had read all the Twilight books and was mourning the loss of them and I wanted and needed something great to fill the void.<br/><br/>She persisted and eventually won. I read them. I have loved the book ever since.<br/><br/>Why do I love it so? Katniss. She is why I love the book.<br/><br/>Katniss is a strong, resourceful, dependable, confidant, yet naive and a very strong-willed girl. Who wouldn't love those qualities? She also loves her sister Prim and would do anything for her, which is evident throughout the book. The most notable is when Katniss takes Prims place in the reaping. Katniss also doesn't realize it, but she has an effect on people. People from the Hob, her friend Gale, and Madge the mayor's daughters, to her fellow tribute, Peeta all of whom hold her in high regard. Overall, she is a survivor.<br/><br/>I also have a special place in my heart for Peeta. He is a wholesome, respectable, sweet-hearted young man who cares deeply for Katniss. It melted my heart when I read about the bread he burned for Katniss and the punishment he endured. It also broke my heart to learn that he was never given a gift in the arena, treated as if he was expendable.<br/><br/>Suzanne Collins does an exceptional job of writing a heart-wrenching story set in a dystopian society, where hunger prevails and punishments are severe.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3R36XAPUC8GFZ?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing start!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Set in a dystopian future of North America, The Hunger Games follows Kat, Peeta, Prim, and the other youth involved in the barbaric sport to remind Panem of the Capitol's power on a yearly basis. Forced into an arena for all of Panem to see, the ""tributes"" from each district must fight one another for survival. When Prim, Kat's younger sister, is selected though, Kat takes her place without a second thought. To stay alive and to earn sponsors and gifts, Kat forges and unlikely alliance with Peeta, the tribute boy from her district. More than just one thing threatens their alliance...<br/><br/>Ok, I've heard the most amazzzzinnnggg things about this book, but for some reason I just never got around to buying it. I can't believe I waited so long! I am so dumb! I could not put this book down. The concept, the verbiage, the characters...it's terrifyingly realistic, and it truly is one of the most alive books I've ever read. Suzanne Collins created a tangible masterpiece that is as riveting as it is believable.<br/><br/>This is just the first book in the series, with Catching Fire being the next in the series. I can't wait to read it! I give The Hunger Games a 5 out of 5, and I honestly wouldn't change a single thing about it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GFAIOLMJUY10?ASIN=0439023521	Ancient themes, future setting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a YA book that a parent, teacher or any adult can also love. The plot can be traced to the story of Theseus in classical mythology, an Athenian youth offered as a tribute along with thirteen other young people to go into the labyrinth and be killed by the Minotaur.  Like Theseus, the heroine Katniss represents the best and brightest of young people in her district, and she offers herself in a fight to the death in the annual Hunger Games.<br/><br/>While this might seem like a strange choice to recommend for YA readers, the violence does not dwell on gore or pathological murderers.  My 7th grade students have been obsessed with vampire stories this year, and I believe The Hunger Games has a much more meaningful theme and purpose than those popular novels.  Even during the fighting, Collins' message to the reader is that the ""games"" are wrong; that they bring out the worst in some people, and compassion and teamwork in others.<br/><br/>Great characters, suspense, sensory details and all the action and romantic tension you could hope for.<br/><br/>In the upcoming sequel, _Catching Fire_, I hope to see Katniss making friends in District 11.  I think there may be more to the story about her father's death in the mine, too.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCMBGKLA250AQ?ASIN=0439023521	That is Mahogany!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I haven't read such a remarkable, action-packed, well-written, suspenseful YA book since Harry Potter! I started this book about three days ago, and only put it down when I had to. Here is a non-spoiler summary.<br/><br/>Katniss Everdeen, is a sixteen-year-old, hunter, who lives with her mother and sister in district 12 of Panem: a country that was once known as North America. Every year, a lotto is drawn, and two kids (one of each gender) between the ages of 12-18 are chosen to compete in a tournament known as, The Hunger Games.<br/><br/>This particular year, Kat volunteers to take her younger sister's place after her name was chosen in the draw. She is then paired up with the baker's son, Peeta. Together, the two of them are flown to The Capital, dressed up, and paraded around on live TV. After training, they join the other 24 kids in a gladiator type battle. The last one alive is declared the winner.<br/><br/>This book reminded me of the classic novel, The Deadliest Game. Humans must battle other humans, except The Hunger Games is being broadcast on live TV back home, and all over Panem. I wasn't really expecting the ending, that's how well-written the novel is.<br/><br/>I highly recommend this book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BRAZ32AOD4UV?ASIN=0439023521	Five stars but some plot problems	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">First of all, I loved this book and couldn't put it down, so I'm giving it five stars. This book had me from start to finish, but there were a couple things that bothered me. There was a point where Katniss had the chance to take out a bunch of participants with her bow and arrow and instead she took out their food. This read to me like one of those horrible scenes in a horror movie where someone is making unbelievably stupid choices. You've got the killer/bad guy right there! Why not just finish him off? If your narrator is going to make choices this ridiculous, the reader needs more reflection from the narrator on his/her reasoning.<br/><br/>Also, the plot gets more predictable the further along you go. About halfway through, I realized there was no way Katniss would kill Rue and that someone else was probably going to take her out. Collins also bends the rules of the Hunger Games to adhere to plot, which to me seems a bit lazy. When the rules were changed so that two people from each district could survive, that sort of took the fun out of it. Why not make the plot more exciting by having only one winner and having the final two work around that? Seems like Collins was looking for an easy happy ending.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1412DTPCP06T8?ASIN=0439023521	Absolute must read!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have to admit that when I first heard about the Hunger Games I was confused as to what the fuss was all about. I mean seriously what's so big about kids being forced into a game to the death?? So when I finally got around to buying a Kindle, the Hunger Games, was the first book I sat down to read. Three little letters says it all....OMG!!<br/><br/>Wow I totally ate all the words I said previously about the book. The brief synopsis I read about it did not do it justice at all.  I was immediately intrigued with the main character Katniss, and her relationship with everyone around her. Suzanne does a great job of introducing each and every character and how they relate to her. The descriptions of everything from the way they were dressed, to the description of the food was amazing. I could visualize everything while I was reading it.<br/><br/>The interaction between the characters and the humor was great, I caught myself laughing out loud at parts and crying during others. Yes there is violence, I mean it is a fight to the death, but it's not over done at all that younger teens couldn't read it. There is some romance but it's nicely written and it gives you just enough to imagine how young love starts and feels.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XZKBAR9ZC949?ASIN=0439023521	Very inspirational for young women	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a very good book, and very inspirational for young women. It is written for young adults and teenagers.  The main character Katniss is a strong feminine heroin.<br/><br/>The story is told from Katniss's point of view and the reader is really able to imagine the world through her eyes. Katniss is a 17 year old girl living with her mother and a fragile twelve-year-old sister in District 12. Her father was killed in a coal mining accident several years ago, and now Katniss must be the sole provider for her family. She feeds her family by risking her life on a daily basis, hunting illegally in the woods beyond the wire fence that keeps residents from escaping from the District.<br/><br/>Katniss must choose between life, love, and loyalty in a story that makes you question our views of modern entertainment and society.  Katniss is the warrior that every young woman should strive to be. She is very strong spirit who through circumstances beyond her control must rise to the challenges of a harsh life. Not falling back into a state of weakness, but reaching deep within her self to find the will to survive, and by doing so, she shows the reader the true strength and beauty of the feminine human spirit.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RK6PNXX1P6GEC?ASIN=0439023521	A middle-finger salute to the war pigs...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Before I read this book all I heard about were the politics that came with it which kind of discouraged me from wanting to read it.  But then I saw the movie was coming out soon and folded to reading it.  I came into reading this book with an attitude expecting it to be a wet-dream of a libtard.  But was surprised and kind of felt foolish.  The stuff this young lady goes through is insane!  I found myself relating her attitude and story to the modern-day young soldier over here in The Stan.  I've seen young men over here whose lives are forever changed because of their position as a pawn on the game board that the rich war pigs in Washington put them on.  I see it here, and read about it in the book.  I'm a RED, WHITE, and BLUE Conservative...but this book hit home.  There's something really wrong with America where US Military men like myself and all these young men and women make didly squat $$$ while the rich keep getting richer and have all their appendages.  This book filled me with anger toward the war pigs.  I would've given this book a higher rating if there was more action and less teeny-bopperness.  So I give 4 stars to this book and a big middle-finger to the war pigs in D.C.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSHWBVELOLGKB?ASIN=0439023521	Now that's what you call amazing.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After speeding through Suzanne Collins' epic story of an extraordinary girl and her adventures,  I now understand the meaning of ""immersed in the story."" The Hunger Games is a fantastic page-turner and is a mix of crazed love and brutal action. When Katniss Everdeen is forced to leave her beloved family and home to participate in the annual Hunger Games, her bravery and strength surprise everyone. Her skills are put to the ultimate test while she fights against 23 competitors for her own life. When she decides to team up with her companion from home, she begins to realize that she not only wants to leave there alive, but her feelings toward him are beginning to change. Follow Katniss on her twisted journey to save her own life that leaves you wanting more through the last page. With a cliffhanger at the end of each chapter, you can't help but keep reading.<br/>Collins is a spectacular writer that has an engaging way of keeping you hooked. This book has shown me how determination and skill can lead you to success. I would suggest this book to any thrill seeker over the age of 12. Boys, girls, or adults, this book will capture your attention throughout. Read this book; you won't be sorry!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTEBBU450QZUR?ASIN=0439023521	I Loved It!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was (in my opinion) exhilarating! Though it was sad in the end of the Games, Suzanne knows how to capture readers in her 'imagination'. I love the Hunger Games and finally read it this summer after my mother purchased it. I love to read and before I knew it, I had finished it in and hour and a half. My mom and my friends don't know how I read that fast-exept maybe Shannon. she's a fast reader like me and probably knows how I read fast (I think). Though I don't necessarily like Peeta..... I love Katniss though. I have always wanted to use the now and arrow... I have a bow and arrow at home, but the arrows are tipped with darts. I'm pretty good at that. my neighbor thinks she's SOOOOOO good at the bow. she's always like ""real pros can do this."" she can be annoying A LOT. at least my best friend is better than her using the bow and she doesn't brag or say anything like; ""real pros can do this or that"" or ""hahaha, my arrow went farther than yours!"" and the second statement is what my neighbor like, ALWAYS says to my brother and I. I'm sorry if I got off track.................<br/><br/>Back to the topic..........  I'd greatly recommend this book.if you like survival, and death.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ES1F95CJNBQY?ASIN=0439023521	Great read!  I had a hard time putting this one down...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Ok, so I picked this one up to see what all the to-do was about, and also because I wanted to read it before the movie came out.  I had a co-worker who doesn't normally read these things recommend it to me, which was a good sign in my opinion.  Also, my wife, who is a school teacher, had heard a number of good things as well.  So I finally gave in and read it - and I was very surprised!  This book was much more brutal than I was expecting!  My fiction tastes usually fall in the realm of fantasy/sci-fi, and this fit right in.  The bleak future outlook and action fit right into my wheelhouse, and the plot was tense throughout.  The brief moments of humor or tenderness serve as a brief respite from what is to come in the book.  I had to keep reading as fast as I could because I had to see what was going to happen to these characters.  Memories of Battle Royale (the movie) and The Running Man (also the movie version) kept running through my head.  I kept thinking, ""I can't believe they've made this theme into a novel suitable for young adults!""  But it works!  Katniss is a great character, and as tough as they come.  What a great (and strong) heroine.  I can't wait to read the next one!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22U56Q7YCSPMU?ASIN=0439023521	Breathtaking!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As an Irish dance teacher, the hardest part of any class is getting the students to get up and start. They arrive to class with their Kindles, Nooks, PSPs and books firmly in hand, and I have to launch into my ""crazy happy teacher"" routine to bring them back to the room intellectually. That problem was significantly compounded when they started reading this book. Suzanne Collins' story so captivated them, I had to physically (gently) remove the items from their clutching hands.<br/><br/>Once I finally read The Hunger Games, I understood why. Not since <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Hatchet-20th-Anniversary-Edition/dp/1416925082"">Hatchet: 20th Anniversary Edition</a> and many other of Gary Paulson's books and the <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Harry-Potter-Paperback-Box-Set-Books-1-7/dp/0545162076"">Harry Potter Paperback Box Set (Books 1-7)</a> books of JK Rowling, have stories and scenes stayed with me in my thoughts and dreams. The vividly drawn characters, the tight pacing and the entirely believable society and scenarios weave a world that appeals to adults and young adults alike.<br/><br/>This book may be classified as young adult, but as is true for all incredible books in this genre, it is equally pleasing to adults as well. I look forward to revisiting this again and again. Thank you, Suzanne Collins!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVNK0YKU47DR2?ASIN=0439023521	Page-turner!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is definitely one of my favorite books, it does have a great plot and a lot of surprises that'll keep you wanting more... The characters are very well described and you get really attached to them. It does have a lot of romantic parts between Peeta and Katniss which I actually did enjoy. It is also nice because it talks about an authoritarian society with a dictator (President Snow, I believe is what his name is). There was a revolution awhile back and the government WON (how's that for a change), so now every year the government randomly selects 2 citizens (male/female) from each of the 12 districts. They each have to compete TO THE DEATH in the Hunger Games. It is televised all of the country and the government advertises it as an exciting event where people get to serve their government, when in reality it is just the government's way of showing that they are the ones who have the power and control over the people. If nothing good is happening in the games, the government take it upon itself to light some things on fire and kill of some of the competitors itself to get things going.<br/><br/>Alright, enough rambling about the story now, go read it yourself-You wont regret it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SNJ03T5TWET?ASIN=0439023521	Okay, so all the hype is not just hype! (No spoilers)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My niece kept bugging me to read these books. I thought, okay I will reserve a copy at my local library. After putting the book on hold I saw I was number 1,332 on the waiting list! Whoa. So I decided to fork over the money and buy the set of three books on Amazon.<br/><br/>I'm glad I did.<br/><br/>The books are great. I really am impressed and not due to the hype surrounding the movie and book series. The books are really well written. Suzanne Collins really expresses the mood of the characters in her writing. You feel the gloom and anxiety in ""The Hunger Games"" as if you are there. You just feel the mood of the books. Not many writers can do this. Hemingway is perhaps the master of this in his writing style, and these books are near perfect in expressing what the characters are feeling with very concise style.You simply feel the emotion of the books. It's hard to explain. Only the best writers can pull this off.<br/><br/>The pacing of the first book is just great. The story just flows. I never felt like putting the book down, in fact I finished it in a couple of days. I can see why the book has caught fire and will be devoured by hordes of readers. It is that good.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QVPTRRIFAG7Q?ASIN=0439023521	MOTHER FREAKING WONDERFUL	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I looooooove this book! Susan Collins is such an amazing author. I would suggest reading this BEFORE the you see the movies, because if you don't you'll be judged by the whole fandom.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2D9D29K3BGE60?ASIN=0439023521	This book pulls you in and doesn't let go until you've finished the whole series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was at work one day when my co-worker started talking about this trilogy she just finished and how I should definitely read it. I took her word thinking it sounds like an interesting enough story worth reading. What I didn't expect is to get so wrapped up in the characters and the story itself. I literally could not put it down. Any downtime I had was spent reading just to see what happens next. It has the love triangle of the ever so mesmerizing Twilight Saga along with the essence of the book 1984; Love, ""Big Brother"", rebellion, battle scenes without too much gore. The characters are so well written you can't help but fall in love with them. When I finished the first book I simply HAD to read the second. With each chapter Suzanne Collins leaves you hanging at the end, and you can't help but turn the page, dying to know what the next chapter has in-store for Katniss. It's brilliantly written, with just enough humor, emotion, desire, love and any other human emotion can be found in this book. It's one of those books you wish you could tell everyone you know about so they too can experience such a wonderful and inspiring journey, hence why I am writing this review. :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13ANN77YMYFW3?ASIN=0439023521	I was surprised!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My 11 year old daughter had been pestering me for months to read Hunger Games. Since most of her books are young adult magical fantasies I resisted. When I finally picked it up I couldn't put it down.<br/><br/>The marks of a good book in my mind are: does it make you think? Do the characters seem like real people? Would you read it again? Can you put it down to eat? The Hunger Games struck me hard on all of these points.<br/><br/>Katniss seems like a real heroine. She is a survivor, she's had to be. This has left her scarred and somewhat withdrawn emotionally. She doesn't really trust anyone but her sister Prim and her hunting partner Gale. At 16 she is still completely oblivious to romance but is sure that she will never get married nor have children that may be forced to participate in the games. Her education is lacking, which explains much of the grammar as the book is written completely in first person from her point of view. This book is as much a coming out story for Katniss as anything else.<br/><br/>I read all three at one go and I have a desire for more that won't be satisfied. Read Hunger Games, as unless you are unusual in your tastes you will love it, and I am 47.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26RISH818KPVO?ASIN=0439023521	Some rough parts but try to put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I like to call myself a ""sensitive viewer"".  I literally will have physical reactions to heavy violence, torture, etc.  For instance I almost lost my lunch a few times while watching Black Swan recently (and people are calling it a dark comedy!!).  So after reading the synopsis I was shocked that this is YA and EW is calling it the next ""Twilight"".  But specifically due to the fact that it is YA is the reason I thought, ""Well it can't be THAT violent.""  And it's not too bad.  In fact, it's really good.  There are some parts that are brutal and it's not a perfect book i.e. the author shows a bit of laziness with gifts magically parachuting out of the sky at dire moments and Katniss constantly aware of the cameras and the audience but she never once sees a camera?  That bothered me.  It also raised some questions which may be answered in the next books, e.g. Why do the Districts continue having children at all and how could a parent ever let his/her child be dragged away like that?  However I can't NOT give 5 stars to a book I bought on Monday and was late for work on Thursday morning because I HAD to finish it.  I will be reading the next two very soon.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LMOL8GJDUFMF?ASIN=0439023521	A Thought Provoking Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed The Hunger Games from beginning to end. There were a million different ways that this book could have gone, and I was never sure which path would be chosen. Collins's writing was gripping and her characters complex; the main character, Katniss, does some things that could not be looked at a honorable, but could anyone say they would not act in such a way if they were put in her situation?<br/><br/>The Hunger Games explores violence and its effects on people's lives. Throughout the book I was in shock that a country would allow such cruel things as those that happen to  Panem's citizens to occur. Once I sat back and thought it over some, I realized that maybe these events were not as far fetched as one would hope.<br/><br/>This book set me thinking, and I was very impressed up until the last page when I saw that the book's ending was a cliffhanger. This struck me as an obnoxious way to end it since it basically forces everyone to read the next book to get any resolution. However, as long as the reader is prepared to read the sequel, I would recommend this book to anyone who wants a thought provoking, action packed book where the tension never runs out.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HMF00SLPM0NH?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't connect...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I feel a little deflated after reading The Hunger Games.  Perhaps it was all the reviews gushing about this being the best book they've ever read, or thought provoking, or emotionally engaging that built this up to a point it couldn't possibly live up to.  Or the opposite reviews going on and on about the brutality and graphic violence.  Again, I don't quite get it.  Perhaps the only books these others read are fairy tales with happy endings because I didn't find it even close to the most violent, brutal, or graphic book I've ever read.  Certainly nothing most people, the YA audience included, haven't already read or seen on television or in movies or video games.<br/><br/>Don't get me wrong, it was okay.  It wasn't a bad read.  But it's certainly not the most engaging book I've ever read.  I had trouble relating to the main character so I never really felt like I was engaged in the story.  I found Peeta and Rue much more relatable.  I liked it enough that I will probably read the sequels, but I'm not in a hurry to do so.  Maybe I would have given it more than 3 stars if I hadn't read all the glowing reviews first - but I did and frankly, I expected more.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNQ0IKC88O3UB?ASIN=0439023521	Any book that gets kids reading deserves major props	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Sometimes a book is unavoidable.  First, my Grandson was in need of a credit in HS and was given the option of reading the trilogy and then doing a separate project for each one. He highly recommended the books to me, then the movie hype, so I figured I may as well read the book.<br/><br/>Suzanne Collins, who has had some success as a writer for children's television has created an interesting dystopian society where the country is broken into 12 Districts of various resources, but all poor and citizens struggle to feed their families.<br/><br/>Each year, the Capital, where wealth and luxury abound, holds a drawing from all of the 12 to 18 year-olds, selecting one boy and one girl from each District, to compete, to the death, in the Hunger Games.  That's a rather simplified description of a somewhat complex process.  The winner receives recognition for their District and a much more comfortable life for themselves and their family.<br/><br/>The author does a nice job of fleshing out characters, imbuing both the main and secondary ones with enough attributes and personality to make them interesting in their own right.<br/><br/>I chose to give the book four stars.  It's not one of the best I've ever read, and in its category as a YA novel(which would include all the Harry Potter works) it's not quite to that level. However, I liked it well enough and any book that gets children reading deserves serious props. <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Hunger-Games/dp/B002MQYOFW"">The Hunger Games</a></span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34PF1GJDM4O79?ASIN=0439023521	Chilling	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was both exciting and disturbing. Right now we watch reality TV shows from the safety of our living rooms. In these programs nobody's really hurt. In this book it's a different story. The author takes it to a whole new level where the state sponsored bloodsport is for real.<br/><br/>State sponsored bloodsport is not a new concept. In ancient Mayan civilization there was a state sponsored game called pitz, where the loosing team was sacrificed. Similarly in ancient Rome the gladiators participated in bloodsport cheered on by thousands of spectators.<br/><br/>Even more recently in our own history in July 1861, during the Civil War, residents of Washington, D.C. picnicked at Bull Run stream at Manassas, Virginia and watched the bloody battle.<br/><br/>What is it about our lives that makes us like bloodsport? The average person lives for about 28,000 days 672,000 hours. In that time there's lots of mindless routine, downtime and boredom. Books like this help us to relieve that boredom.<br/><br/>If you think The Hunger Games is exciting try reading Writer Interruptus.<br/><br/><a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Writer-Interruptus-and-Other-Stories/dp/B0066PQSJA"">Writer Interruptus and Other Stories</a></span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3ZKSASZITD0J?ASIN=0439023521	Worth Reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So I'm late with the whole Hunger Games obsession, I realize that, but I have to agree with the majority of people out there and say this is one fun book. It was a highly addictive read that had me turning pages at full speed.<br/>Katniss is a great protagonist. She's someone I really felt at ease with, someone I understood, which is one of the huge issues I usually have with YA books: I pretty much always dislike the female protagonist. But Katniss is a force of nature, with cunning and strength that makes her one of my favorites of the genre. Peeta is also fun, although he can get a little frustrating, and Haymitch, since he resembles Katniss in personality so much, is another that loved.<br/>But of course, the plot here is king. The whole idea of the book, although not wholly original (Stephen King's The Long Walk is a predecessor with an even more compelling cast of characters), is clever enough to keep us all guessing and wanting more. Some things, like the muttations at the very end, felt a bit contrived and the book would have been better without it, but on the whole, this is a fascinating book.<br/>Now I'm off to start the second one!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JQQLALL52M6F?ASIN=0439023521	Intriguing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I received this book as a Christmas present. I had never even heard of the book, but noticed that there is a movie coming out this year. I started reading it that evening before bed and told myself that I'd stop at the first good stopping place. Six hours later I finally found the last page of the book and decided that was the best stopping point I could find.<br/><br/>This book was intriguing. I can see why this was picked up as a movie. The story line is engaging and moves quickly. There is a lot of drama and action. Katniss is a 16 year old who grows up in a world where children are forced to participate in a fight-to-the-death ""game"" that occurs every year. When her younger sister's name is pulled as a participant this year, Katniss volunteers to take her place. I was drawn to her character. Author Suzanne Collins has crafted an intriguing story that moves quickly and keeps people wondering how this story will turn out. One word of caution, the depictions of the battle scenes are descriptive, so I would certainly think a PG-13 rating would apply to this book.<br/><br/>Kristi Burchfiel, author of applicable Bible studies and devotionals.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13LWW6F7BBT17?ASIN=0439023521	An outstanding, unexpected read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Katniss Everdeen and Peeta Mallark are living out their worst nightmares.  In post-apocalyptic North America The Capitol forces each of the 12 districts remaining to send 2 teenagers, 1 boy and 1 girl, every year to the Capitol to take part in a fight to the death, last man standing is the winner ""game"".<br/><br/>The brilliance of this book lies in the progression of Peeta and Katniss's relationship with each other and what they are or are not willing to do in the name of survival.  Don't expect another ""Brave New World"" clone - you won't find it here.<br/><br/>Ms. Collins uses the backdrop of tyranny and oppression to tell one girl's story.  That Katniss has an inherent rebellious streak is evident from nearly the first page - but it's rebellion to keep her family from starving, and eventually to try to ensure her own survival in the Games.<br/><br/>The author takes us through quite a journey of surprises, unrequited love and the cunning of a young girl determined to go back to her family.<br/><br/>This is an excellent and unexpectedly well-written offering.  This is a book clearly written with teens in mind, but it's just as appealing for adults.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3N6YPIYAV4JBW?ASIN=0439023521	Must Read Novel!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Some people are picky eaters, but I am a picky reader. Within minutes of reading The Hunger Games, I was addicted to the book. The heart-pounding plot is filled with action that will make your adrenaline start to flow. The book is predictable, but you could never imagine what obstacles the characters have to endure to make the book happen the way it does.<br/>Survival of the fittest is the way the game goes. In The Hunger Games, the world is split into twelve districts. Each year, one girl and one boy from each district, are chosen at random to compete to the death in The Hunger Games.  Some people view being chosen as a gift, while others think of it as the worst thing possible. Katniss is the girl from district twelve. During The Hunger Games, you will experience Katniss' journey from beginning to end, through the simple and difficult challenges that are thrown at her.<br/>The Hunger Games is an extraordinary book. It is great for young adults, male and/or female. If you are a type of person that will stay up all night, reading a book to find out what happens next, then The Hunger Games is a good book for you.<br/><br/>ROM ML 7/8</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SE2NYNW67DEB?ASIN=0439023521	The Gift of Reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Months ago, I began researching books to give as birthday gifts to my son who would be turning eleven. He is very serious, loves social studies, and wants to be a historian.  However, the catch was that I needed a book written for young teens that contained a compelling-enough story line to tear my smart son away from his Xbox.<br/><br/>Well, The Hunger Games turned out to be the perfect choice.  I knew I found something special the morning when my son, who hadn't touched a book since receiving the Xbox for Christmas and never seemed interested in fiction anyway, called me at work before 9 a.m. and said, ""Mom, guess what?  I've already read 2 chapters of 'Hunger Games' this morning and I don't want to put it down!!""<br/><br/>This is a gateway book that has turned my son on to reading in general and opened his eyes to the vast and dynamic world of imagination, vision, and politics through fiction.  Sure the book doesn't have buttons, controllers, or satisfyingly responsive sound effects, but it lights up the world of the mind.<br/><br/>Others may have had their Harry Potter.  This is a beautifully written thriller for a new generation!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R286WDJQAUEBZE?ASIN=0439023521	It lives up to the hype... and more!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is one of the few times that I saw the movie before reading the book... I prefer to read the book first but didn't have time. Well, this worked well for me, because although the movie was good, the book absolutely blew me away; I think I'd have been disappointed in the movie if I'd read the book first.<br/><br/>For those who have seen the movie only, the book is actually much darker. Darker than a bunch of kids being forced to kill each other, you ask? How is that possible? It's the strength of Suzanne Collins' writing that does it. She makes Katniss a flawed and not-always-likeable character... which made me like her even more. There's one HUGE change from the book to the movie... right at the end of the Games... where we see just how determined Katniss is to survive, at any cost.<br/><br/>Katniss is an amazing character: strong, protective of her family, totally kick-ass, yet very believable. To me she's one of THE stand-out heroines of all time.<br/><br/>I won't repeat all the other things people have already said about this book, so let me just echo that it DOES add up to all the hype. Just read it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PNRKUXKGF9N1?ASIN=0439023521	Amazingly AWESOME!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book (and the whole of the series) is undoubtedly my absolute favorite. It is wonderful, suspensful, and so many other words that I can't describe it.<br/>Suzanne Collins has done a excellent job of showing you how cruel people in life can be, what lengths people will go to for power, and the courage of the few people who actually try to stop it.<br/>""The Hunger Games"" is basically about a girl, Katniss Everdeen, and her love, her devotion, her perserverance, and her survival. The way she protects her family, the way she stands for wat she believes, how she can withstand all the pain and torture in her life, it's all so beautifully described, so clearly explained, that you feel like you're right there in the middle of the action.<br/>Suzanne Collins did and absolutely amazing job with this book, as with all her others. I highly recommend this to anyone, no matter the age.<br/>However, the movie of this book is coming out March 23, 2012, and it's rated PG13 for violence. I suggest that if you're under 12, you shouldn't watch it unless you can stand to watch people being torn apart and blown up, to name a few.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UPEA4F42LMOP?ASIN=0439023521	Wow! Just wow!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A very good - no, excellent book... that was almost impossible to put down. I started this book with low-expectations, and ended up enjoying this waayy more than I ever imagined! It had me on the edge of my seat almost every step of the way - anxious to find out what's to come next, who would survive, and how they would accomplish the tremendous feats set before them. Very involving! It is most definitely a story of a battle, but a powerful one &amp; thought provoking one! Yes, there is killing &amp; starvation... pain &amp; extreme suffering - and at the hands of children. But it's also a story of survival &amp; strength. It's real &amp; raw... even intense at times... but well worth it all!<br/><br/>Now to get my hands on book two... while I wait for the movie premiere, next week - and hope that doesn't pale in comparison to the captivating excellence of the book!! :)<br/><br/>** Note: While I enjoyed this book, immensely.. I would not recommend it for kids under 15, unless they're extremely mature(emotionally) &amp; well grounded - and the parent(s) of the child is/are willing to necessitate lots of discussion along the way!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26PYYN01VHMN9?ASIN=0439023521	Not a fan to fan	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When his book first started growing in popularity I  couldn't understand why. I personally don't like violence and the thought  of reading about children having to murder each other repulsed me.<br/>Now the reason I read the book is because my brother had me watch the movie. Their most certainly were parts of the movie I didn't watch but I found the plotline very interesting and how the author was trying to show what can happen when people must live in fear.<br/>I am an advanced reader so I found this book to be a very quick read. It is written in first person as Katness Everdeen. The plot is excellent and the main reason I like the book is that the author didn't feel obligated to describe the horrible ways the opponents died in the arena. I like the fact that she knew that such descriptions were not needed. Their is constant character development in the book and it just doesn't center around Katness or Peeta. While they are the two main characters the others are not ignored.<br/>Personally I would recommend the book over the movie. The book carries a stronger emotion and gives greater character insite.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32NHMESKTDOKX?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put this book down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book requires open-mindness and imagination. A book about revolution, strength, and survival of the fittest. Katniss Everdeen, the main character, volunteers herself to take her younger sister's place in the Hunger Games. A game designed for twenty four players to play and only one will win the game. In order for there to be one winner, the players will have to use their survival instincts, wits, pain endurance and strengths to kill others to be the surviving winner. This game was created by the Government to discourage its citezins to revolt against it. However, Katniss did not expect to find allies and an ally who is a love interest who she may eventually have to kill or be killed by. Through out the book,citezins watching the Hunger Games are encouraged by Katness not to continue to be subjected to the cruelties that the goverment inflicts upon them. With this being said, I could not put this book down.At the same time it took me on an emotional rollercoater of feelings ranging from nervousness, anger, and sadness. How this author thought of such plot,amazes me. This is a great book for all ages.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XCEVRQLUN4Q2?ASIN=0439023521	you should buy it and read it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It took my 2 days to read this book and in that time ive put it down once (it was 3:30 am and I got up at 7 am that day so i was very tired). I think just that says a lot about the book.<br/><br/>Ive read other people's reviews and I have to say yes - children (&lt;18)should probably not read this book (its violent and bloody) and no - this is not a ripoff form ""battle royale"". Why? If you actually read more then 1 book once a year you should know that ideas in fiction books tend to come back once in a while. I mean come on thousands of books are written every yeah since forever. If you expect every idea to be 100% different from one another i have bad news. Look at a lot of crime books. See what I did there?<br/><br/>Now what i liked about the book. I liked the 3rd person narration, the whole idea of the world, the history behind organizing hunger games. The book might lack a bit of descriptions but that leaves space for your imagination so thats not that bad actually. I liked that the main character doesnt change when she enters the competition.<br/><br/>I apologize for any language mistates I made but english is not my native.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2AEUR0TVONFQ4?ASIN=0439023521	Incredible Novel.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins creates a world that is unique and separate, yet intimately familiar to our own in Hunger Games. A young woman whose father has died and her mother debilitated by depression Katniss has had to take care of her mother and baby sister growing up way to quickly in a world where the young don't stay young for long. Devoted completely to her family and with a deep love for her sister; she sacrifices her own life for that of her sister Primrose in the Hunger Games a reality show that means instant death.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is a reality show for those in the privileged first district, taking children from the other twelve districts and making them fight to the death. The children from District 13, where Katniss is, generally die as this is a poor district that can not prepare or support their children in this fight. Katniss willingly enters the Hunger Games to save her sister. What follows is an incredible story of fear, hope, loss, and war. It will hold your attention completely and if you take my advice you'll buy the trilogy at once because you're going to want to read all three at once.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HD5PIPEDAWHH?ASIN=0439023521	Survival!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is set in an era where the country is divided into districts and each year a girl and boy is selected 2 from each district to compete in a game of survival pitted against each other until only one winner remains that's 24 contestants.<br/>From district 12 there is Katniss Everdeen a girl who lives in the seam, hunts in the woods trades in the Hob. She's going into the death game.<br/>Before the game of death all she new was survival and hunger. This a good page turner for all ages well written, you ...more This is set in an era where the country is divided into districts and each year a girl and boy is selected 2 from each district to compete in a game of survival pitted against each other until only one winner remains that's 24 contestants.<br/>From district 12 there is Katniss Everdeen a girl who lives in the seam, hunts in the woods trades in the Hob. She's going into the death game.<br/>Before the game of death all she new was survival and hunger. This a good page turner for all ages well written, you really feel you're there in the moment rooting for this young skilled girl and her fellow contestants.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2AWDWL84A93B6?ASIN=0439023521	Best Purchase I've Made So Far In Life	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Honestly, I'm not even going to go into detail about the book. I heard about the movie and I knew it was pretty popular but I never really cared. I went into a Barnes and Noble one day to get something for school. When they didn't have the item I needed I ended up wandering around just looking. Honestly, I'm not even a huge fan of books or reading. I don't know why but I spontaneously chose to purchase this book after crossing the big stand/display they had for it; perhaps I just did not want to go home empty handed. After I got home, I put the book on my drawer and left it there, in the bag, for weeks. Just three days ago I decided to pick the book up and, since I am not a huge fan of reading, my reading pace was quite slow. In nearly every free minute I have had (on the train, on the bus, before sleep, before leaving for school, in between class) I have turned to this book to fulfill an addiction. I've just finished reading it less than 20 minutes ago and decided to do this review, as my first review on this website, simply because of the awe I was put in by this book. Just buy it, trust me.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RC1Y42Z37SD5M?ASIN=0439023521	The book puts the hunger in the Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After seeing the movie first then reading the book I got a pretty good comparison, here's what I liked from both.<br/><br/>The Book: I felt the desperation more while reading the book, I liked the voucher and how you can get your name entered more than once if you sign up for voucher's each month, I thought that should have been in the movie.  The mutations turned out to be a pretty big reveal, but were nay slightly mentioned in the movie. I also liked that that they kissed more than once in the book.<br/><br/>The Movie: It nailed the casting, of each and every character.  I liked the beginning in the book a lot more than the movie.  I did love how they let the gamemaster be a character, that  really worked well, in the book he mentioned a couple of times.  The ending the movie really got right they cut out the fluff and kept the story moving, The book shows Cato being scared, I liked him in the movie more being an emotionless robot.<br/><br/>I enjoyed both the book and the movie, bot and would recommend reading and watching both, there's enough differences that makes each enjoyable.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26ABU50I7PW4R?ASIN=0439023521	Sometimes hype is well deserved!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So, I made the mistake of reading some of the negative reviews before reading this book, so I was glad to read the book and think, ""What were those people talking about?"" This is not typically the kind of book I would read. I like things to be lighthearted with a guaranteed happy ending. I found this book to be heart wrenching, exciting, well told, cliffhanging, heart stopping, and life changing. I can't help it. I only decided to read it because a few of my friends had been talking about it and every time I visited the Kindle book store it was sitting there begging me to buy it. I decided that I should give it a chance and that made all of the difference. I am so glad I read this. Once I started reading the book it was too late to stop anyway, so here I am beginning Mocking Jay, staying up late hours and obsessing over the outcome of Panem. I tend to be one of those who reads the big epic pop culture book series like ""Harry Potter"" and ""Twilight"", but never has there been a time that I liked a character so much as Katniss Everdeen. She is strong, she does what she has to do, but is still vulnerable. I read a review from someone who said she was the worst character ever who was completely unlikable and had no redeeming qualities. After reading the book I realized that the person who wrote that review was so very wrong. Katniss is amazing and you'd be hard pressed to find a character as fascinating and kick butt. Peeta is another of my favorite characters, EVER! He is selfless, kind and strong. I can't explain the way my heart breaks during certain scenes in this book. I have to admit that I am not nearly as connected to Gale as to Peeta. I guess if there is the old stupid ""Twighlight Teams thing"" going on that I'd be all the way Team Peeta, lol. Some parts to the book are pretty brutal, but not too much to handle. I thought I was going to have a problem with some of it, but it just added to the suspense of the novel. All in all, this book is not just worth a read, its a book that will make you think, a book that will make you route, a book that will make your heart break a little. I loved it!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRT3TAV3ARRJ1?ASIN=0439023521	THE HUNGER GAMES by Suzanne Collins	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is a 2008 young-adult science fiction novel by Suzanne Collins, and the first in a trilogy. In a post-apocalyptic dystopian totalitarian state, children are selected to fight to the death on live television.<br/><br/>This is hardly an original idea; it's most strongly reminiscent of Koushun Takami's Battle Royale and, to a lesser extent, Stephen King's The Long Walk and The Running Man (the movie more so than the novella). Yet Collins manages to keep the setting and the games themselves reasonably fresh. And, after something of a slow start, the book becomes an entertaining, page-turning affair.<br/><br/>Like far too many recent young-adult novels, The Hunger Games is written in the first-person present tense. I don't know if this is an attempt to engage teens perceived to have short attention spans or what, but it's obnoxious, and it provides no benefit over conventional past tense (one eventually gets used to it, fortunately).<br/><br/>Aside from this, Collins' writing is solid (although the copy editing on this book is rather poor - not her fault). Katniss is a satisfactorily sympathetic character: she's impulsive but self-sacrificing, and clever, resourceful, and self-sufficient without being deal-breakingly sassy or annoying. The book has a couple of convenient plot coincidences, but nothing unforgivable.<br/><br/>As young-adult books go, The Hunger Games might be as dark and violent as they come. And the novel stumbles here because it doesn't seem to have much to say about its subject matter (beyond ""the government making kids kill each other is bad""). The protagonist is forced to kill other children to survive (most of them, like her, are in this situation through no fault of their own) - you would think that this scenario would lend itself to some psychological self-exploration, but Collins punts on this issue, as Katniss, with only superficial reflection, is implausibly businesslike on the subject - she never thinks much about the people she's killed, even during her many quiet times. This suggests a disturbing degree of amorality. It's as though all these kids get dumped into the arena already in full-on Lord of the Flies mode. Collins herself seems much more interested in 1984-style criticism of totalitarian government, which is the subject she's set herself up to address in the sequel. All of this may put off certain readers, and not unreasonably. In short, Collins' treatment of moral issues is a legitimate concern, and a missed opportunity - her scenario, unlike, say, The Running Man, doesn't lend itself well to action movie-style morality.<br/><br/>On the whole, The Hunger Games, while hardly a perfect book, is suspenseful and entertaining, which always overcomes a lot of flaws. It's recommended to readers who like this sort of thing - if you can acknowledge the moral issues.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3N54GEFQERNGA?ASIN=0439023521	Great Concept but Flawed Execution	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Honestly, I only started this book because of all the hype and the fact that it is being made into a movie. I have never joined into a series while it was still big, even with Twilight I didn't start reading it until the fourth book was released, I just never saw the point. I am glad that I picked up The Hunger Games before the movie adaptation's release next year, before all the deaths and surprises were ruined. Although I didn't love the book, like so many others, and found much of the writing rather pedestrian, I did enjoy it enough to read the next in the series.<br/><br/>What I Enjoyed:<br/>- The overall concept is cool and full of possibilities. The idea of a post-apocalyptic world ruled by faceless overlords who remind you of their authority in terrifying and often deadly ways is a fun idea. Sure, it felt a little reminiscent of several other sci-fi tropes, I kept expecting a rogue Gorn to appear in the middle of the arena, but it was still interesting. I am interested to see how the Capitol reacts in the next book, see if their wrath of God mentality can be scary enough to really challenge the characters.<br/>- I like that Collins wasn't afraid to put children in harm's way, to kill them to show the loss of innocence, it reminded me a lot of Lord of the Flies. She also didn't feel the need to pull any punches in the deaths, often mutilating her victims in nightmarish ways, making me wonder how well she would do with an adult horror series.<br/>- The characters were okay, some better developed than others and some obviously more sympathetic than others. I think Rue and Cinna were my favorites, they were mysterious enough that I was intrigued but they were also loveable and slightly strange. I would have liked to see more of Gale, he was more interesting than Peeta, and sorry to say but I didn't care too much for the main protagonist Katniss. I also would have liked to read more about the other tributes, what were their stories? Were they really as terrible as Katniss thought?<br/>- I enjoyed the surprises, most of them I didn't see coming, although being that the end result was that the majority of the contestants had to die kind of took all the suspense out of the story. But Collins did a good job of finding ways to pump of the heart racing bits by giving us some interesting deaths and unforeseen threats, the big twist/threat at the Cornucopia was a brilliant turn. Again she should try her hand at adult horror or sci-fi. But the other big twist was too easy and obvious, too wishy washy, and a bit of a cop out.<br/><br/>Now onto why I liked but didn't love the book.<br/><br/>- It feels like Collins had one idea for her lead, and then didn't like it and changed her mid-book, making Katniss seem confused and not that intelligent. She is a smart character, resourceful and somewhat sympathetic, although at times it feels forced, but she is far too thick when it comes to Peeta and Gale. Sometimes I am rooting for her, other times I can't wait to see what tortures are coming her way because she seems so dense.<br/>- Collins' writing style, especially the first person progressive narrative, drives me up the wall! I don't think you can fully tell a story that is engaging when you write in that style, where everything is happening to the protagonist as she is describing it, something is just missing. Speak of describing it, Collins seems to be the ""don't show, tell"" kind of author, not allowing the audience to read what happens but instead sums it up in brief and bland descriptions. I would have liked to get more detail, more anything, it just felt like something was missing half of the time. Also, she writes in an annoyingly choppy style, which probably comes from it being straight from the character's head, but still it was taxing.<br/><br/>Overall this was a fun ride, I was excited to read the next chapter, enthralled by the concept if let down by the execution and main character. I cannot wait to see the movie, the cast, at least for the minor characters, seems spot on and the changes are what I am really looking forward to.<br/><br/>Grade: B-</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KG4UYVGRK100?ASIN=0439023521	...the girl who was on fire...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Post-apocalyptic stories never get old. And when they're as good and gripping and moving as THE HUNGER GAMES, well, no other sci-fi conceit gets even close (okay, maybe time travel). Anyway, THE HUNGER GAMES is the first in Susanne Collins's proposed YA trilogy. After reading this one, I'm saying: Why stop at a trilogy?<br/><br/>In the wake of a holocaust which reshaped the world and made North America extinct, the Panem nation rose from the ashes and became the de facto power. Panem consists of the ruling Capitol, surrounded by the outlying twelve districts. Many, many years ago, there were actually thirteen districts, all of which rebelled but then were put down, with the thirteenth district being mercilessly annihilated. Ever since then, as punishment and a constant reminder to not eff with the Capitol, each of the remaining twelve districts holds annual lotteries to send a girl and a boy, between the ages of 12 and 18, to the Capitol to compete in the Hunger Games, a broadcasted event in which the children, now called tributes, are placed in a vast, bleak arena and forced to fight each other to the death, until only one is left.<br/><br/>This book tells the story of one contestant - 16-year-old Katniss Everdeen, who comes from the destitute and backwards 12th District - and how she fares in the Hunger Games. You will not, will not, will not forget her soon.<br/><br/>Katniss doesn't believe she has what it takes to survive the deadly competition. Yes, she's a hunter and thick into woodscraft, but she realizes that the emissaries from the other, wealthier districts are bigger, stronger, and more vicious. It's partly this underdog element which hooked me but quick. Katniss is one of the best protagonists I've ever come across in fiction, male or female, and a character which will resonate deeply with you. Katniss certainly has her flaws, but she's written so sympathetically that, within the first few pages, I knew I'd caught on to what possibly could be one of my all-time favorite reading experiences. I've read a lot of stuff in my time, and, yes, THE HUNGER GAMES is that good!<br/><br/>I honestly haven't heard of Suzanne Collins before, but she's for dang sure a storyteller. There's a whiff of THE RUNNING MAN and THE LONG WALK (both by Stephen King, <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Bachman-Books-Four-Early-Novels-by-Richard-Bachman-Rage-The-Long-Walk-Roadwork-The-Running-Man/dp/0452257743"">The Bachman Books : Four Early Novels by Richard Bachman (Rage / The Long Walk / Roadwork / The Running Man)</a>), but THE HUNGER GAMES is very much its own intense entity. Yes, it's a blend of reality television and gladiator films, two things the author cites as inspiration for this book, along with the myth of the Minotaur. Regarding the reality TV angle, I was particularly fixated with Katniss's strategy in the arena, which heavily relies on her playing up to the audience, in part because gaining sponsorship could mean possible life-saving gifts (food, medicine, whatever) parachuting from the sky. The book provides edge-of-your-seat suspense, what with there being enough violent encounters and desperate bids for survival to sate any action fan. Not only are there the fellow contenders to deal with, but the landscape hides enhanced killer wasps, mutated ""werewolves,"" and whatever else the Gamemakers can contrive to make the bloodthirsty contest even more ""audience-friendly."" And the rules can change in a moment, and then changed again.<br/><br/>Certainly, there's no shortage of highlight moments to keep you feverishly turning pages (Katniss's memorable fiery entrance during the opening ceremonies; what Katniss does to earn her training score; what happens when Katniss is caught up in a tree; etc.). There are two particularly powerful and poignant moments - one early on, the other just a bit past halfway thru the book - which will reduce you to a messed-up, choked-up state. Guaranteed.<br/><br/>To me, THE HUNGER GAMES is a love story, even more so than it is an adventure thriller. And I'm not referring to the romantic triangle which crops up (honestly, to me, that was the least interesting story arc). The most touching part of the book is Katniss's relationship with her younger sister, Prim, and how she's so very fiercely protective of her. Katniss's affection for Prim would later be extended by proxy to one of the younger, more vulnerable tributes. What also gets me emotionally is how the struggling coal mining community of the 12th District says goodbye to Katniss and, later, how the 11th District pays her back for a kindness done.<br/><br/>Lest we forget, Panem is an oppresive entity and will brook no resistance. Katniss manages to demonstrate a rebellious streak against the Panem government, but since her mutinous acts aren't that overt, she gets away with them. But I get the feeling that, as the sequels go on, Katniss Everdeen will play a key part in upending this unjust dystopian culture. THE HUNGER GAMES closes with many things unresolved, all the more reason, no doubt, for readers to pick up the sequel. Me, I am so very curious and excited to see how this whole thing plays out... And I'll say it again: why stop at a trilogy?</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUR9U55XBWHFL?ASIN=0439023521	And Then There Was One	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">THE HUNGER GAMES, a tale of survival that pits 24 teenagers against each other in a fight to the finish, will strike readers as both unique and familiar.  Its premise features twelve defeated districts surrounding a ruling American empire called Panem, with each district required to give over a male and a female between ages 12 and 18 for a fight-to-the-death reality game against each other.  Here we have echoes of Shirley Jackson's famous short story, ""The Lottery,"" in which an unlucky person is selected for death each year in the name of tradition, AND of the television show SURVIVOR, wherein a large party of competitors must be whittled down to one.  The plot is also reminiscent of JK Rowling's GOBLET OF FIRE and the famous showdown between students from competing houses at Hogwarts.<br/><br/>Whether readers are familiar with similar scenarios or not, there's no denying that Suzanne Collins' YA novel is riveting, with a plot that can't help but grip readers from adults to teens to even pre-teens (violence is the only precaution for younger readers).  The protagonist, 16-year-old Katniss Everdeen, hails from one of the poorest districts, #12, where coal mining is the struggling economy's mainstay.  Her father taught her how to hunt with a bow and arrow before his death in a mine explosion, and Katniss is left to support her little sister Prim and her mother by bringing home game or exchanging it on the black market for bread and other staples.  When the lottery sees her innocent younger sister Prim chosen, Katness volunteers to take her place, and the arc of the plot begins its long trajectory to an unlikely end.<br/><br/>More than just a survival adventure, THE HUNGER GAMES also features a sub-plot of romance.  In the early chapters, we have Gale, an 18-year-old hunter who takes Katniss under his wing and shares his hunting know-how and companionship.  Then, once the Hunger Games start, there's Peeta, the baker's son and male representative of District #12 who accompanies Katniss to the games.  He has a problem that quickly becomes hers as well: he has nursed a secret crush on Katniss since his youth, yet the games dictate that you must kill ALL your competitors -- even the other person from your district -- to be declared the winner.<br/><br/>Playing with issues of morality and war, good and evil, love and hatred, Collins keeps the reader engaged by describing the games' elaborate preparations, many of the fight scenes, and some of the more interesting competitors from other districts.  Some of them from the richer districts, called ""Careers,"" have actually been groomed to fight and kill for these games.  These ""Careers"" even volunteer to go to the Hunger Games, and not because their little sisters were chosen, either.  Like modern-day mercenaries, they are killing machines, and a huge obstacle between either Katniss or Peeta living to hear the final horn.<br/><br/>Overall, this novel is a sure bet for young readers who love plot above all else.  Yes, it does seem a bit drawn out toward the end (just when the reader is hungriest for the climax) as Collins attends to her love sub-plot, but overall, this book deserves high marks.  Highly recommended.  (Note: This book finishes with the words ""End of Book One,"" so apparently is the first of a planned series.)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25MTEC25XLSJC?ASIN=0439023521	I've heard rants & raves, this book did not disappoint.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Before reading The Hunger Games, I had heard tons of people rant and rave about this book. The Hunger Games does not disappoint. The book is fast paced and you won't be able to set it down.<br/><br/>Katniss is a great character who really doesn't want to kill anyone in the games, but she's a survivor. If it comes down between living or dying she's going to do what it takes to make sure she comes out on top. I really felt that she grew into her own as the Games progressed and she really discovered that she's the hunter, not the hunted.<br/><br/>Peeta is a really charming character that grew on me through out the book. He is really different from the other tributes in the books, he doesn't set out to harm anyone and doesn't want to kill anyone.<br/><br/>Once the Hunger Games began, you really got to see how twenty four kids fought for their survival and you can't help but feel helpless as the winner emerges and tributes die.<br/><br/>I highly recommend that you read this book that will have you sitting on the edge of your seat and questioning the world that these kids live in.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RDNMVVI1FGYO?ASIN=0439023521	Very engaging, one of the better books I have read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It seems like ""The Hunger Games"" craze is in full effect, and I have bought in. A couple have friends have told me that they cannot put this book down, so I bought it to see what it was all about. As soon as the first chapter Collins, the author, has you hooked into a fantasy world that is eerily feasible.  This new country on old American soil seems real enough to be happening in the near future. The United States is in ruins, and a new country has risen up to power. The government rules the people with an iron fist and to remind the people not to up rise they have an annual contest called the hunger games. This is when each state or district must send two teenagers to an arena and fight to the death.<br/><br/>What makes this book different from any other fantasy. I believe it is the characters. The protagonist is easily likeable yet flawed, and her two love interests are the same. Towards the end, the reader truly feels for their plight and will become emotionally involved in the story. This book is a must read, if only to be able to discuss it with the millions who are doing it also.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BJK53BBAFY4D?ASIN=0439023521	Can you name what's wrong with this book?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Because I definitely can't. This book had me captured from the beginning, and, once Katniss volunteered, I couldn't stop, I couldn't tear my eyes away (though, unfortunately, my mom made me go eat dinner). Well-developed characters, interesting plot line, excellent twists in the story. I don't understand how someone could NOT like this book. A brilliant woven story of romance intertwined with action and adventure. It felt right, and it was right, and left me craving for the second book. I've been waiting for seven months, and I don't know how I'm supposed to be waiting any longer. This book has crept up the list and has now claimed the spot of my favorite book of all time. Right now, the only book that has a chance of dominating is Catching Fire, which is the sequel to this book, and hasn't even come out yet.<br/><br/>For those who say that this book is too much like Battle Royale, I will say that it is like Battle Royale, but also completely different. And this story goes further with romance, and a possible rebellion in play in the next book. I cannot WAIT for the next book to come out.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTNHCNJVTBHHG?ASIN=0439023521	Good fantasy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't normally read fantasy/sci-fy - I'm not exactly sure where this story resides - but after not finnishing several 99 cent mystery/thrillers, figured I'd give it a whirl. I note several negative reviewers wrote from the perspective of the trilogy, and it's my experience that, like movie sequels, they get weaker as they progress, so I have no plans to read books 2 or 3.<br/>That said I found this a good read. It was well written and I particularly felt the dialogue was quite realistically presented - not stiff, not clipped or terse - and provided some sense of the thought process of the speakers as the words came forth.<br/>As fantasys go, you must choose to put yourself into the life style and environment of the characters and I was able to do this because of the detail furnished in the narrative. I bought into the heroine, from the beginning and thought her character was well developed, as were the other important participants.<br/>Although the action lagged, at points in the middle, the  story line sustained interest as well as curiosity as to how things would finally play out.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QI9PB49Q6ICW?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing... must read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I first got this book as a gift for Christmas, I was skeptical about it.  Being a teen, reading isn't on the top of my list of ""fun"" things to do.  I opened the book up a few days later, and was hooked! In a way, Katniss Everdeen is so different from me, but I can easily relate to her also... weird right?  It took me three days to finish... I woke up, ate some breakfast, and didn't close the book until dinner.  I did this for three days and begged my mother to go out and get the next book in the trilogy.  At that time it was only in hardback, so I bought it on my nook instead, I am currently still reading the second book, which is also intriguing and brilliantly written.  Suzanne Collins has inspired my to become interested in reading and writing more.  Kudos to her for a GREAT book.  This-- in my opinion is for people age 12 and up.  My dad is currently reading the first book, and is really enjoying it.  I think that there is something for every type of reader in this book- Thrill, romance, suspense, and action- all packed into one amazing book.  I hope this helps!! :)</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IVTJN6NL5Z0S?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING! Must read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I borrowed The Hunger Games through the Amazon Prime lending program because it's received a lot of hype and plus there's a movie.  I had it on my Kindle for like two months before I finally sat down and read it.  I usually have a hard time liking books that have such a big reputation because my expectations are never met, but I LOVED THIS BOOK.  I read it in 24 hours, stayed up way too late because I couldn't put it down.<br/><br/>I don't want to get into too many details because it's such a great adventure to read and discover for yourself.  That being said, it is a little violent.  Most of the violence happens ""off screen"" outside of the direct experience of the main characters, but the premise is a fight to the death, so...<br/><br/>Anyway, the author does an amazing job narrating from the perspective of a teenage girl, Katniss.  Most of the story development is from her point of view.  I love the way Katniss develops through the story, seeing the world through teenage eyes, not knowing who to trust.  It's a completely believable unreal story, if that makes sense?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2P97F2QBA7P9U?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I started this book on the recommendation of a coworker and once I began to read, I just couldn't put it down.  I found myself keeping it on my desk just so I could sneak in reading a page or two while working.<br/><br/>The story is extremely well written.  You begin to feel for the characters.  I cried when bad things happened and was glad when things went well.<br/><br/>Its a futuristic end of the world as we know it kind of story.  The world as we know it is no longer the same.  Its been wiped out and 12 colonies are left.  The capital, as a way of oppressing the people, have developed the hunger games.  A boy and a girl are randomly selected from each colony to compete to the death in a controlled environment.  Its controlled only to the extent that would create the most exciting viewing.<br/><br/>To complicate things further, a blooming romance takes place in the books and capital lies and trickery continue to get worse.<br/><br/>I highly recommend this book to anyone that is looking for a great read, a well written plot and a set of books that will keep you guessing as to what will happen next.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1P2EZ9OUOTN9W?ASIN=0439023521	Addictive read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Before you start this book make sure you have nothing else to do. Once you open the first page, it is absolutely impossible to put down. I read it in 1 day! Amazing!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30CZMC2F2SRYY?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought this was a great book. I borrowed it from the lending library. After reading the other two books I will probably purchase this book so I can read it again</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5WXBOF5C2N69?ASIN=0439023521	Incredibly addicting!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't know why I didn't want to read this series. For some reason, it just didn't appeal to me. I would hear incredible things from every single person that I talked to, but I just had this unexplained refusal to pick them up. I wish somebody would've made me read them though, because I am now hooked.<br/><br/>I don't even really need to write this review. What can I say that hasn't already been said a million times? The Hunger Games is enthralling and intense. The plot is sickening but incredibly entertaining at the same time. And Katniss is a kick-ass heroin who may put up a strong front, but probably has more weaknesses than anyone else in the series.<br/><br/>I love how well crafted everything is. I haven't read such a detailed and creative world since Hogwarts. The creatures, the people, the geography .. Suzanne Collins has a lot of imagination and she uses it well.<br/><br/>Overall, if you've been living under a rock and haven't heard of The Hunger Games, go pick it up now. Mixing action, suspense and romance, I definitely think this is one for girls and boys.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R185G7NFU3YZ8R?ASIN=0439023521	Compelling, but disturbing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is an amazing young adult novel that everyone seems to be reading so I had to check it out to see what all the hype was about. It's a really good book, but is very dark. It takes place in the future when the country is divided into 12 districts and once a year, they draw the name of one boy and one girl (age 12-18) from each district. These children have to fight to the death until there is only one winner. It's a way of keeping the people under control.<br/><br/>As far as my feelings about this book go, I'm torn. The story is compelling and I couldn't put it down, but it was really disturbing. I typically love dystopia novels, but I don't know exactly what it is about this one that makes it difficult to even clarify for myself what I think. I'm back and forth. On one hand, I couldn't wait to find out what would happen next and I definitely couldn't stop reading. On the other hand, I kept thinking it was incredibly dark and disturbing. The premise is so awful, it was hard to read. I wasn't even sure how to rate it, to be honest!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJ1JG28J17CSW?ASIN=0439023521	Really an exciting book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am so happy I read this book because I really enjoyed it. I had resisted it because I don't read books in series. Technically, this is a trilogy, but still ...  (Yes, I will be reading the next two books as well.)<br/><br/>This actually is considered ""young adult fiction"" but I really enjoyed it because it's in one of my favorite genres: post-apocalyptic, non-zombie/non-vampire fiction. In addition to having a mesmerizing, action-filled story line, the book is written in a style that makes for a fast, easy read. The plot is such that I found myself thinking, more than once, ""wow, this could actually happen."" Of course hopefully it never will, because we would truly be living a horrifying existence if these events ever came to be.<br/><br/>I loved the main character in the book, and appreciated the voice the author gave her, which drew me into her mind and her world, and had me rooting for her from the beginning. It was pretty easy to figure out where the story was going to end up, but the fun of the book was in getting there.<br/><br/>Now, on to book #2 ...</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSARWLDVDK8UB?ASIN=0439023521	Impressed	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was certain that I wouldn't like this book before I started reading it.  Friends of mine had given me the basic idea of the plot, and I thought it would be terrible.  I saw how popular this trilogy had become and assumed it was just another Twilight.  I was wrong.<br/><br/>Although I wouldn't say that the series is as good as Harry Potter, I think it's a fair comparison.  I think the story is just as excellent; I think it's every bit as memorable.  I think the writing is better, but the characters just don't compare.  J. k. Rowling had a way with creating characters that I've never seen matched and that's where I think the Harry Potter series has the slight edge.  However, Katnis Everdeen has become one of my all time favorite characters from a book, so I'm not saying that the characters are bad.<br/><br/>The main problem that I had that kept me from really loving this series was that there are so many physically incomprehensible things that happen over the course of the story that I could not overlook.<br/><br/>Overall, though, my opinion is very favorable.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZQK5DNKP70ZM?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Nothing could tear this book out of my hands while I was reading it. The story is engaging and the writing is superb. It was my first experience reading something in a present first person tense and the result was impossible to put down. It reminds me a lot of Shirley Jackson's short story ""The Lottery"", but not in a way that I feel Collins ripped off someone else's idea; just expounded on it.<br/><br/>To me, the chracterization was Collins greatest strength.  Katniss was especially well written.  Her strengths and weaknesses combine to make a strong, but relatable person. Peeta is sometimes too good to be true, but it makes him all the more endearing.  Haymitch is a mean, dirty, hopeless drunk, but I love him for it.<br/><br/>The dystopian scenario she creates is so scary to me because I don't see us being that far off from something like this.  We already celebrate violence and bloodshed in movies and television. How long before our society gets bored with that and makes it real?<br/><br/>All in all, definitely worth reading.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FUT7CKV8UG4U?ASIN=0439023521	The suspense was killing me.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very engaging novel. My eyes have been glued to it for the last couple days. Very suspenseful, full of action, romance, great plot all around. The reading level is for teenagers but once you get past that it keeps you entertained. I had mixed feelings about the constant plot twists, especially near the ending. It seemed like she was trying to put 2 different plot twists into one chapter to answer all the"" what if this happened?"" you would ask yourself when your reading it. It almost seemed like she couldn't decide how to proceed the story. But in order to make a series she had to do it in this way i guess. Another thing i didn't like were the characters names. Some of them are ok and i understand this story is placed sometime in the future. Katniss i can get over, i just call her Kat. But Petta, Cinna, Haymitch, etc. come on thoses are all stupid and dull names. when the movie comes out im going to laugh because Katniss is going to call out PETTA! in the middle of the forest and its going to sound like louis griffin shouting PETER!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJOTWDHGCE09R?ASIN=0439023521	Easy read, pleasant read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I (57 year old female) enjoyed the book. (I'm also a former teacher, meaning I think I know something about good writing...not much, just some.) The writing was concise, precise and not clichéd. The plot was interesting. This is a series reminiscent of Harry Potter. It's about kids of a certain age, and should certainly be interesting for kids of that certain age. Part of the draw of the Harry Potter series was how it was written appropriately for the ages of the kids IN the books, which was also the age of the kids READING the books. That trait also makes this particular series fun for ME, an older lady, as it allows me to put myself into the story as a youngster, instead of a sort-of oldster :-)  The Hunger Games series also seems (to me) well-written enough to be enjoyable to a wide range of ages.<br/><br/>Now, that said, my husband thought the book (including the story-line) was close to stupid. He was never a 16 year old girl. What does he know?<br/><br/>I'll borrow the rest of the series, though, from the public library.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2P2EE1ZMS08CX?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">On the advice of a fellow YA writer, I read The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins. One word--awesome.<br/><br/>Katniss lives in a society that is divided into districts, each defined by the products it provides. She's from District 12--a poor, coal-mining area, and she's from the low end of that. She's forced to hunt illegally to feed her family, alongside her best friend, Gale. Her father has been killed in a coal-mine explosion, her mother is emotionally cut-off, and her little sister is the light of her life.<br/><br/>When her sister's name is chosen for participation in a brutal, fight-to-the-death competition between districts, Katniss volunteers to take her place.<br/><br/>The story is full of action, suspense, and deep emotion. I could not put this book down. I was completely caught up in Katniss's character, and I felt every moment of her experiences. Suzanne Collins' writing is masterful.<br/>There is violence, of course, but it's not overboard. No sex, no cussing. But gobs and gobs of intensity.<br/>Awesome. Really, really. A total must-read.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROD4P88M0RRCG?ASIN=0439023521	A Warning To Middle School Parents	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I just read the last page of the third book tonight and felt moved to write this.  There is no question that The Hunger Games is a fantastic and powerful series and that Suzanne Collins is brilliant.  The series is marketed as Young Adult Literature.  Just be aware: by no stretch of the imagination are these children's books.  They are fast paced and suspenseful, and tell of the best and worst of which humanity is capable.  The literary and historical references are plentiful.  But they are utterly gut wrenching in the description of Man's cruelty and inhumanity.  Fairytales are scary, but this is not a fairytale.  Without reservation, I highly recommend the series to adults.  I have just finished the series, and my highly literate 6th grader is already nearly finished the first book.  Now that she's already well into the series, I will let her continue, but probably warn her of some things coming up.  I find myself doing a lot of  hand holding and nightmare control.  It does elicit some deep discussions, though.  Just be aware.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IRW8M90XEFV9?ASIN=0439023521	Dev. Lit. Book Recommendation	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is definitely a must read. It is a science fiction/fantasy book for ages 11 and up. 4. The Hunger Games is set in a post-apocalyptic world where North America has been destroyed and is now Panem, which consists of a wealthy Capitol and twelve poor districts. In order to keep the poor districts from rebelling, every year, the Capitol randomly selects one boy and girl from each district to compete in a televised fight to the death called the Hunger Games. When Katniss Everdeen's younger sister Prim is selected to compete, Katniss volunteers to take her place. The story follows Katniss and the male ""tribute"" from her district, Peeta, as they struggle to survive the Hunger Games. 7. I really like The Hunger Games. It is a science fiction book that I enjoy because of the elaborate details, the crazy events, and the unique writing. Katniss is the epitome of a female protagonist. She is strong and capable, which makes her a great role model for teenage girls. I look forward to reading Catching Fire and Mockingjay.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3I7PHDYY77U7A?ASIN=0439023521	Nonstop! Couldn't put it down.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I just got done reading this tonight, and I just bought it two days ago! I am also not a ""young adult"". I loved this book. If you want something you can read in short bursts, and put down to get something done, this isn't the book. I neglected school work, exercise, housework, even the internet because I could not put this book down! It's fast paced, and written in the present tense, which I think adds to its urgency. Someone said it was ""too violent"". I disagree. Any violence in this book is portrayed as something bad, something unavoidable because of the situation they have been put into. Can't wait to read the next one and see what happens next! Even though someone on here already posted their thoughts on the ending of the final book and have ruined things a bit for me...Just a heads up, it's the review stating this is too violent. If you want to review the other two books, DO IT ON THE APPROPRIATE PRODUCT PAGE.<br/><br/>Anyway, I would recommend this to anyone who enjoys Harry Potter, The Gemma Doyle Trilogy, Twilight, etc.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QR5Q940SCJM5?ASIN=0439023521	Book TWO please	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This amazing book has gained a coveted spot on my top shelf of reading.<br/>If i didnt like grouping my books together by story, then the Hunger Games would be in the number two postion right behind Twilight.<br/><br/>I had read alot of reviews on the book before i finally broke down and bought it, i wasnt even sure i would enjoy it, but man was i wrong.<br/><br/>The hunger games is a thrilling suspense ride that keeps you balancing on the edge of life and death with its main character Katniss.<br/>This book is so enthralling, so inviting you feel like your right there next to all the character as they fight for there lifes and sometimes for eachothers. After i read this book i went to sleep knowing i was going to dream about the hunger games and sure enough i did, i actually woke up disorintated and checked my husbands pulse to make sure he was still alive. [he was....lol]<br/><br/>You cant easily forget the Hunger games once you'v read it<br/>and the desire to know what happens next is about as strong as the desire to survive in the GAMES.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ER1XDGLTTFZW?ASIN=0439023521	Disturbingly Delicious	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I can't rave about this book enough.  I don't want to summarize the book as Amazon has done so perfectly, but I had to gush over any book that I am able to enjoy as much as I enjoyed The Hunger Games. I couldn't put it down.<br/>Katniss had my attention from the very first page.  I felt myself relating to her and sympathizing with her plight from the very beginning. And who didn't fall in love with Peeta?  He possessed such a warm heart and noble soul and somehow was able to not only hold on to both of these things but exudes them despite being right in the middle of hell.  The story is absolutely enthralling with its quick wit, fast pace, and captivating story line.  I'm amazed at Suzanne Collins's ability to mix humor, terror and romance all within the same volume.  Somehow my heart would gush for Peeta and awe at his love of Katniss while instantaneously being petrified that either would die at any moment.  This is such an entertaining and stimulating read.  I would recommend it to anyone. I can't wait for the sequel!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23ONH8JU3H86O?ASIN=0439023521	Small Rebellions	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Being a mature adult, I thought I had left YA fiction behind me. I picked this up since my 8th grader is reading this in school. I'm glad that we are both agreeing on at least one thing lately and that is that this book is very good.<br/><br/>Is there violence? Yes, but I would not say it is just for the sake of violence. As a parent I understand the apprehension other parents might feel at letting their children read this. On the other hand, I am in the camp that believes we have been coddling our children way too much in the last few decades as well as insulting their intelligence.<br/><br/>Some reviewers feel that the tributes did not rebel and only went along with what was asked of them. For some of the tributes this was true. But Katnis (and a few other tributes) do rebel. Albeit it is not in the way that we would expect, there are small rebellions throughout the story which add up to Katnis outsmarting the gamemakers in a witty and powerful manner. I will be reading the rest of the series, even if there isn't a happy ending.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2O5P0IFUC1N6Z?ASIN=0439023521	Dont Compare to Twilight	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My husband and I read these books together and really enjoyed the story. I usually read paranormal romance books and he reads non-fiction about social justice. Although we both loved the Harry Potter series.<br/><br/>What we liked: The social commentary about death and reality tv. The characters in the story (through all three books) are really impacted with the fact that they have killed someone. It haunts them. I thought the author really emphasized the idea that these are children making adult decisions and thrown into adult situations and its not good for their brains and emotions.<br/><br/>What we didn't like: Katniss whines a lot. Which seems to be typical of a teenage girl but sometimes it was really hard to read because she takes everything so personally and everything is about her all the time. Very teenage girl... it just got old.<br/><br/>Overall we enjoyed the books and dont like to see them compared to twilight because the story is not about the love triangle, although there is one in the story.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1V1P7NB0KO2ZC?ASIN=0439023521	I couldn't put this book down for more than a minute...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book helped me find love for reading again. After picking up a few books every now and then, reading a couple chapters and then forgetting about them this book came to me as a surprise. I just purchased the kindle fire and the first book I decided to read was in fact the Hunger Games. Once I read the first few pages, I was hooked. I read the book for hours until I finished it in less than a day. I even read it aloud to a friend who couldn't help but tell me to keep reading as I flicked through the pages on my new kindle. The story follows the struggle of the main character, Katniss Everdeen as she is forced to battle one member from her ""district"" and 22 other district teens. There will be only one winner... I would recommend this book to anyone, in fact, I've already been telling everyone I know about it. I'm on the third book now, and I still can't put it down for more than a minute or two before curiosity overcomes me and I begin to immerse myself within the pages of this fantastic book series once more.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14RA61TAV8SFZ?ASIN=0439023521	Not original, not for children, but gripping and well written	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The plot reads like a Philip K. Dick novel.  A book about teens slaughtering other teens might give a 12 or 13 year old nightmares.  Hopefully it won't be made into a movie, but it probably will be. Reading about child murder is one thing, but seeing it would be intolerable. This isn't Tom Sawyer or even Harry Potter, the events portrayed in this book are brutal.<br/><br/>Although in many ways this book is a recycled SF book from the 1960's or 70's, what is exceptional about The Hunger Games is the development of the characters.  These are people that you really come to care about.  Even though the games are evil to the core, the people who put it on are not presented as bad people, nor is the protagonist without her flaws.  These are not comic book heroes and villains.<br/><br/>The action and suspense are relentless, even though the ending is predictable.  Pick this book up to read, and likely you'll end up finishing it at one sitting, and then go and download the next volume.  Which is exactly what this book is meant to do.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FQW6UYQXGRSR?ASIN=0439023521	Entertaining book, hard to put down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As a non-fiction writer (<a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Your-Mark-On-The-World/dp/B008ND0MA4"">Your Mark On The World</a>) I approached this book without any expectations and was quite pleasantly surprised.  The book is full of vivid characters that captivated my full attention, a fast moving plot that made the book hard to put down, and thought provoking questions that left me pondering the book long after I finished it.<br/><br/>The book is an imaginative story of a post-apocalyptic world with too few resources and governments run for the benefit of a small population of elites.<br/><br/>Despite the fact that I generally read non-fiction, I found this book to be compelling and thought provoking.<br/><br/>I would recommend the book to anyone interested in fantasy, science fiction, politics, or young adult fiction.  The book is painfully graphic in its description of violence, so I'd respect parent's who want to guide their children who may be interested in the book.  That said, I didn't find it objectionable.<br/><br/>Bottom line, this is a great book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FZ1PFHQ2MUBR?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Not many books written these days make me cry, but this trilogy did, and more than once. It's non stop nail biting suspense. I can't wait to see the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2AF76847N8E2?ASIN=0439023521	Devilishly delectable	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The less said about this fabulous, futuristic sci-fi story, the better. The super short, non-spoiler story is this: it's about a 16 year-old girl named Katniss that participates in the Hunger Games, a fight to the death between two persons (one male, one female) from each of the 12 ""divisions"" that make up a country called Panem, formerly the United States. The losers, as chosen ""lottery"" style, are sent to the Capitol, fattened up, trained, and otherwise prepared for the fight of their lives. Suzanne Collins, author of the Gregor the Overlander series, did everything right in her writing. With its faced-pace style, charismatic characters, clever creatures, imaginative descriptions, and a wee bit of romance, the only thing to complain about is the wait for the next installment. Fortunately for fans, the second in the series, Catching Fire, is due out at the start of September - yay!<br/><br/>Other good reads for YAs: The Book Thief by Markus Zusak, Twilight by Stephenie Meyer, and The Giver by Lois Lowery.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FVSV953017TC?ASIN=0439023521	Thought provoking series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved Hunger Games and Catching Fire. They are an engrossing read and Suzanne Collins skillfully keeps you turning pages until...OMG...where is book three, the Mokingjay? Talk about your major cliff hangers. When I finally marked off enough days, weeks, months on my calander and got Mokingjay in the mail, I was a lunatic to find out how it all ends. Literally read it in about 5 hours. Katniss Everdeen is a totally believable herion in a completely believable, but frightening future. Collins is a master storyteller taking current societal themes and weaving them into a terrifying post apocolyptic future in which Katniss must somehow conquer all. The love triangle in this book is one that inspires true angst. Both of Katniss's suiters are equally wonderful and the reader is hard pressed to decide on a favorite. Lukily, she knows her own mind there too! Mokingjay is an approptiately exciting, nail biting, climax to the series and at no time disappoints. Can't wait to see what Collins comes up with next.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2W0C9NZLNJQTO?ASIN=0439023521	Audio book review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hubby picked this audio book pretty well blind.  He was surprised I had heard of it, and when I told him it was a ""young adult"" book he was abashed.  But I reassured him that many cool people thought it was great.  And it is.  Disturbing, yes, very much so, but also great.  We are on the last part of the last book and we'll be happy (I hope) with the ending, but also sad that there will be no more Hunger Games story.<br/><br/>The audio books are excellent, at the very top of the many we've listened too.  The woman who reads them could not be better, she is most convincing as our heroine.<br/><br/>I wish there was a way I could convey how excellent the story is and how superlative the audio version is with out getting all hyperbolic, but there isn't.<br/><br/>If you have a stomach for some gruesome situations and you don't mind some slight sci-fi and if, in any way, you like a spunky gal, read, or listen to, these books.<br/><br/>You will not be disappointed, discomforted perhaps, discombobulated definitely, but not dissappointed.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZTOUSU7H5F87?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games Kindle edition with the audiobooks sign me up!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love the hunger games trilogy , and the fact that they give you the audiobook with the Kindle edition is fantastic and a great deal for $8.99. It is definitely worth the buy and even if you don't utilize the audiobook as much as I do it's always handy to have because you can listen to it while you're in your car or you just can't read the book at the moment. The hunger games is in my opinion the best book in the trilogy. I know is the series progress people tend to like the second and third ones even more however I prefer the first one the most. Because cliffhangers are always the best in my opinion . They keep you sucked in, and I think that's the best part of book is when you get sucked in. Anyways this is a great by well worth the price to buy these separately the book or the audiobook separately together in price is $22 and if you buy it this way as a combo it's only seven dollars so this is a great deal. Highly recommend purchasing and it's convenient . And who doesn't love this series .</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VWTYTOMTQPK1?ASIN=0439023521	To Be a Feature Film	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games, as the beginning of the identically named trilogy, is a marvelous book. Collins has a knack for making interesting characters and has managed to invent some interesting new concepts to the dead-horses of both the post-apocalypse and dystopian society. This book sets the stage well for a series that was obviously well-planned out. At no point is the reader left bewildered, and at times Katniss' first person introspective is so completely over-thinking the book's scenarios that I almost wrote her off as ""simple."" Almost. I highly recommend anyone interested read this book before it becomes a movie. In that case, you'll have two sets of characters to enjoy. The ones you'll envision and their film counterparts. You'll love the characters, so I'd recommend getting to know them as completely as possibly.<br/><br/>Despite what some people have said about the amount and extent of the violence, it is not as graphic and numbing as you'd believe. This book is written to a young adult audience.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SF9MXN10QS2Q?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is about a girl named Katniss Everdeen who lives in district 12 in the Nation of Panem. Panem lies of what used to be known as North America. It has a rich Capitol surrounded by 12 poor districts. The Capitol keeps the districts from rebelling by making one boy and one girl between the ages of 12 and 18 to participate in the annual Hunger Games, a fight to the death live, on TV. When Katniss steps in to take her sister's place in the games, she knows that in order for her and her family to survive, she will have to make choices that are too unbearable to think about.<br/> Overall, I think that The Hunger Games was a great book. I really liked the plot even though it was very violent. I also liked how fast-paced the book was.  If I could change anything in that book, I would have just made it last longer because I felt like 22 people died too quickly. I still give this book five stars. I have decided that The Hunger Games is the one and only book that can match Harry Potter.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Z5YOVCHZOC3L?ASIN=0439023521	Wanted to hate it, but it won my heart	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I heard from friends how great the book was.  So I read the book's back cover.  Zero interest.  The trailer played prior to Breaking Dawn at the Midnight showing.  Several people in the audience cheered gleefully when they realize what the trailer is for.  So I watch, hoping for something to spark my interest.  Nothing.  But a friend asked me to read it so I could see the movie with her.  I welcomed the opportunity as I now felt I had a good reason to read it.  I started to read it Friday evening, annoyed at how far-fetched it was, and I was a little ticked at how it seemed that coal was vilified as if the book was going to be some tree-hugging, political agenda book disguised as a teenage novel.  But after the first 40 pages, I was hooked.  I took the book everywhere with me over the weekend until I finished it late Sunday morning.  It's been a long time since I've been so emotionally involved in a book.  I'm captivated and desperately wanting to run out for the second book now.  Bravo!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1AGJTGGNDOAVK?ASIN=0439023521	Non Stop Action--Could NOT put this book down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games was recommended to me and I am glad it was.  It is not probably a book I would have picked up otherwise primarily because it is classified as a young persons book.  Just goes to show you--never judge a book by it's cover, so to speak!  The book tells the tale of a 16 year old girl by the name of Katniss Overdeen.  Katniss lives in a North America of the future and a brutal place it is.  North America is divided up into 12 divisions.  Every year a girl and a boy is chosen from each division and it is a fight to the death.  After reading this, one may ask--WHY would I want to read a book about this?  Because Katniss is brave, she is loving, she has heart and the reader really cares about her.  Also, there are others in this book that only add to the book's gripping conclusion.  The author does a terrific job of pacing so the pages just fly and I could feel my stomach clench when a particularly dangerous situation comes up--which is darn near all of the time!  Loved it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15BNPJ1V397P9?ASIN=0439023521	My new favorite book!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am a middle school English teacher, so I spend my life reading young adult fiction.  This is my new favorite book!  It now tops my list over The Black Book of Secrets, Unwind, The Giver, and Twilight. I admit I was already a Collins fan from the Gregor books, but getting my students to read them with the Twilight books out there is almost impossible.  The Hunger Games, however, is THE book of the year in my opinion.  My students bring it back after 1 night and ask where is the second book.  Boys love it and girls love it!  My daughter had just finished Eclipse when she picked up The Hunger Games and pronounced it the best book she had EVER read!  This is a plot that is twisted, frightening and awesome all wrapped up in one.  There is unexpected death, relationships that are not what you want to believe and much more.  I was rooting for Katniss from the moment I met her.  I am absolutely on edge for Book 2....I just hope it can live up to the first one.  Thank you Suzanne Collins.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23YMA7Y4A8KI0?ASIN=0439023521	Have I read this story before?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is really little more than a repackaging of past stories.  There's Shirley Jackson's The Lottery, some Orwell's 1984 and even some aspects of Stephen King's Running Man (though probably more the movie than the book).  The characters are flirtatious yet chaste - yes, I know the book is for young readers but I would prefer they read about healthy relationships than barbaric savagery comprised of killing children for entertainment.<br/><br/>Despite these overriding issues, the story was basically flat for me, I can't say it was horrible.  Collins has used some good material in creating her own story, and the movie, which was also just okay, has made me slightly interested in reading the next book though I probably won't spend money on it.<br/><br/>Lastly, I've allowed my 9 (now 10) year old read both the Harry Potter series and Ender's Game, but I'm not letting him read this one because I don't think it's good enough to warrant exposing him to the violence of it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37IAUTVOJNWE9?ASIN=0439023521	Katniss Everdeen, The New Harry Potter?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Brutal, challenging, entertaining and as gripping as anything I've read in recent (or maybe not-so-recent) memory, THE HUNGER GAMES is the first installment of a trilogy that you can find in the Young Adult section of the bookstore.  But don't let that stop you.  It is not, in any way, for children.  Yes, it's about them.  But good lord, it's not for them.  A bleak dystopian speculative novel about a chilling government-run game (think Stephen King's THE LONG MILE penned by, I dunno, J.K. Rowling comes to mind), I dare you to pick this up and not long to sit and read it in one go.  Even more, see if you can avoid rushing to the bookstore (as I did) to pick up the second book the second you finish.  And then begin worrying about what you'll do to bide the time until the last book comes out in four long months.  It's that good.  So make your way past the Paddington Bear shelves, somewhere above (in every way) the TWILIGHT books and get started.  Go.  Now.  Call me when you're done.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYPOQ9P6BB2RL?ASIN=0439023521	Let the games begin	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book. The book causes so many different emotions: pity, sadness, anger, laughter, love.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games themselves kinda remind me of Survivor Extreme Edition. Think about it...the tributes (could be called tribe mates) are dropped in the middle of no where and they have to learn to survive live off the land. The extreme part comes in because they are trying to kill each other off. The games are then broadcasted on tv for others to watch.<br/><br/>I knew right away if Prim was selected that Katniss was going to try and take her place. She is the provider for the family and keeps them save.<br/><br/>I think Katness though really does have feelings for Peeta. She is a typical 16 yr old girl though and confused. She is also confused about her true feelings about her friend back home Gale.<br/><br/>I loved how at every chance Katniss had though she ""stuck it to the man"" so to speak. She is definitely a leader not a follower.<br/><br/>I can't wait until I have the time to read the next 2 books.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2P4O68Z21IW5H?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Katniss, a sixteen year old girl tribute from district 12, is forced to compete till death in The Hunger Games. She makes new friends and new relationships that lead to tragic and happy endings.  She has to fight through not being with family and the weather that the Game makers make harder to survive. Each night she listens to the Game anthem and sees everyone that died that day, and thinks to herself, I can be next. Katniss goes through days of starvation and without water. She must find a way to survive. But when the game makers make an unexpected twist, will she win the games after all? The Hunger Games was an amazing book! I thought this because there was a lot of action and fighting between the tributes and many unexpected twist. Such as in the beginning, when her sister Prim name is called instead of Katniss. If you like watching Survivor, you would like to read The Hunger Games.  It's a social and physical game, where only the strongest and smartest players survive</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MKTFTIKUZ3YF?ASIN=0439023521	WOW!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't really review products on amazon but I couldn't help but leave my feedback for The Hunger Games.  This book is one of the best books I've ever read, and it doesn't even have a swear word in it.  The suspense in the book never lets up and just when you think things are finally going to get better, something else bad happens.  Sure, I wanted to throw the book at times because I don't always agree with the characters (mostly Katniss when it comes to Peeta), but I still couldn't put the book down.  Almost every chapter ends with a cliffhanger and you can't help but read on.  I could literally read the book again and I just finished it.  I almost cried a couple of times as well; it can be that emotional.  I am just mesmerized by the writing abilities of Suzanne Collins.  The Hunger Games is easily my new favorite book.  If you want to read a book that will take you on a ride you'll never forget, then I highly recommend The Hunger Games.  This book will blow you away.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGVAAWM0UXALN?ASIN=0439023521	Absolutely Loved It!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'll admit, I was skeptical about starting this trilogy because I'm not usually into Sci-Fi. BUT- as soon as I started, I could not put this book down! I read the entire book in about 2 days, reading whenever I had a spare moment. I cannot wait to start the second, but I'm trying to wait a little bit because I know once I finish them all I'll miss them. I would definitely recommend the Hunger Games. It's captivating, intense, and exciting all the way through. You can't help but fall in love with Katniss, the narrator. I already feel so emotionally attached to her, and I'm so anxious to see what the next two books have to offer. If you are debating reading the Hunger Games- Just Do it!! You will not regret it! You are transported to another world, and you get to live it through Katniss' eyes. You get to experience her adrenaline as she participates in this deadly adventure, all the time trying to foresee who the victor will be! Enjoy the Hunger Games, I know you will!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RG8FUJ9P5TZR?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's impossible to put this book down once you've started. It already has hundreds of reviews, but I wanted to add my five stars. I'm going to recommend it to both my teenaged children AND my adult book club. How's that for wide reaching? I think anyone over the age of 12 will find it very intriguing. Too graphically violent for ages under 12, in my opinion. A few years ago, I read and enjoyed Suzanne Collins' children's series about Gregor, but I'm glad to see that she's moved on to Young Adult, because I think it's more fitting for her rather dark, violent, intense, somewhat depressing topics. I hope this series doesn't end as hopelessly depressing as Gregor did. I love the author's harsh sense of reality, but I also like a happy ending, or at least an ending that leaves SOME hope. This book, The Hunger Games, is a nice mix of both dark fear and hope. The characters are well formed and very likeable. I eagerly await Book Three. And the movie, which I hear is coming.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1E0IW7TUS7B0H?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Spoiler-Free Review:<br/><br/>I'm 26 years old and I loved this book. It's marketed for ages ""12 and over"" but I really do think it's an enjoyable read for anyone. It's a well written character-driven novel. The plot is interesting (think of the Survivor TV show but the contestants are between 12 and 18 and they have to kill each other) and constantly keeps you guessing but it's the emotional attachment to the characters that kept me hooked. Katniss Everdeen lives in a world of horrific government oppression but I liked that this wasn't a ""good vs evil"" story, there are shades of moral grey and complex emotions just like in the real world. It's a very violent story set in a violent world and I'm glad that it's not watered down.<br/><br/>This is the first in a trilogy, something that isn't advertised until you get to the end and it says ""End of Book One."" I'm definitely going to read the sequels. After you've read this you might want to check out [...] where there are some good video interviews with the author.<br/><br/>I highly recommended this book. Based on the title/cover/blurb I wasn't that interested but I'm very glad I read it. I'll be thinking about the characters until the sequels are published!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RL83VDNPQPKUQ?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't Stop Reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Don't start reading this book unless you plan on reading straight through!!! This book was absolutely enthralling, I just couldn't tear myself away from it. The dystopian society the book is set in is something eerie and surreal yet hauntingly similar to what I imagine the future could be like given the wrong circumstances. This book deals with some very difficult concepts, ideas, and decisions as the main character battles both in the physical world around her and within her own emotions and thoughts. The only negative comment I have is that I believe this book has been mis-categorized as youth or children's material. While the book is focused around a younger character it deals with some concepts and material that is beyond many young readers and maybe to violent for some. Depends on the child though, you know your children and should be able to easily judge if they are prepared for what they will encounter in the adventure that is the ""The Hunger Games.""</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RG7WZ3Z3JP26?ASIN=0439023521	Nice, fast paced...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked it for what it is, but I did wish it was a little ... more.  It was a fast and crazy car chase of a book.  You feel yourself with Katniss, climbing trees, trying to out think the game, trying to out think your opponents.  It exhausts you, in a good way, because you totally invest it with them.<br/><br/>What I wished for though, was a little more about what goes on in the minds of the adults.  I'd hope to get that in the next two books as our girl grows up and starts her own family, but from what I've seen, we never really do get to that place.  I want to know how the adults cope with this utter lack of freedom, the inability to feed their families and make their lives.  What goes on in their heads about that?  How did they get to the place where they just accept the situation instead of fighting back?  How do they lose that sense that drives Katniss to not only compete, but survive and conquer, even defying all the powers that be all by herself?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R369Y2DYR23KGB?ASIN=0439023521	Perfect condition	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book arrived in perfect condition. Great price. Glad I got it. I always have great luck with books and appreciate not having to leave the house</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WBDIDAVAKEZV?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it & would recommend it not matter what age your are.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Let me start out by saying, when I read this book I had no idea what this book was about.  Guess I had my head in the sand!  Anyway I overheard some young people talking about how good it was.  I understand there is a movie, which I have never seen either.  I have read the whole trilogy: Hunger Games, Catching Fire &amp; Mockingjay.  I do not want to say too much because I don't want to give anything away, but I loved, loved this series.  Soon after I started reading the first book, I realized these were probably written for people in their teens &amp; 20's.  I absolutely could not put any of these books down.  I was obsessed until I finished the last book (Mockingjay).  I highly recommend this series for any age group.  Yes, there is violence, but I would say it's rather like in the movie Avatar, a fantasy.  All that being said I am 76 years old and I thoroughly enjoyed the whole series, but you must read the series, in order.  I hated to finish the series!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3EX2M30R9OV4J?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow, this book turned out to be much better than I had hoped for.  I actually couldn't put it down and found myself taking it with me wherever I went in hopes of getting in a few extra minutes of reading.<br/><br/>The book is the first in a powerful trilogy.  The basic synopsis is that American as we know it is long gone and a new country stands in its place.  The country is divided into districts that each have their own separate jobs to do.  The all-powerful capitol makes life in the districts miserable.  But the capitol's power is questioned when a girl named Katniss challenges their authority in their own death games: The Hunger Games.  A possible revolt is on the distant horizon, but I won't say anymore so I don't ruin the book.<br/><br/>Overall, the characters are well developed and believable.  Also, the book's outcome is unique and unpredictable.  The book is action packed and suspenseful and hard to put down.  A great opener for an amazing trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UW35P4PR6SXO?ASIN=0439023521	Wow...what a surprise!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I heard so much hype about this book (and the whole book series) that I decided to give it a try but I went into it with some hesitation. I realized that this was a book that had been intended for younger audiences (I'm 41) but I'd seen fb posts from friends my age who loved it so why not? Wow!! I must admit I was blown away! Once I started reading I was sucked into this story within just a few pages. It was not ""dumbed down"" for younger readers, it was wonderfully written and I truly believe it could appeal to many age groups. Even though I'm old enough to be Katniss' mom, I had no problem identifying with her character. I loved how she was not the stereotypical ""weak girl"" and indeed was a very tough and intimidating character. I purchased the second book in the series before I had even finished this one...I wanted to be ready to continue! You won't be disappointed...until you finish the series and realize there's no more Katniss stories to read!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39EG6QWK50CAY?ASIN=0439023521	Surprised at being drawn in!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is one of the rare books that grabs you from the first chapter and doesn't let go.  I had a hard time putting this book down! I found it interesting that the author was able to have me cheer on the main characters without reveling or being in any way happy about the demise of the others.  In fact this book made me tear up a couple times - which is highly unusual for me!  The author paints very clear pictures in few words. You get to know the characters in sprinklings of information given in just the right doses throughout the book.<br/><br/>If I have a complaint, it's that the ending was vaguely anti-climactic and abrupt, but I suppose that's to be expected when there's another book or two following. How the people ""back home"" are reacting to the games is left to the imagination a little more than I'd liked, until I realized they were probably reacting just like I was as the reader - helpless to stop it, but can't look away even for a second.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27MZZCSLRO3TG?ASIN=0439023521	You won't put it down until you finish it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Collins presents engaging, sympathetic characters in untenable, infuriatingly unjust and cruel circumstances. You'll swing between tearing your hair out over the female protagonist's obstinacy and calculating coldness and loving her for her cleverness and valiance in the face of horrific injustice.<br/>Your heart will ache for all those guileless and good, ensnared in an immoral and unwinnable game of politics and power, will rage at the willingly wicked, wasteful and obtuse supporters of such a corrupt and cruel system, and will break for lost innocence, stillborn as a matter of course and murdered if it manages to survive. This book is about the figurative and literal loss of humanity that happens when people choose strategy over compassion, and the struggle-- both on a national and a much smaller, personal scale-- to do what is right, even in the face of overwhelming odds; to survive under terrible circumstances without losing your heart and soul.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1K7JWEP4JZ9FK?ASIN=0439023521	I Am Obsessed!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger Games was like a bag of warm chocolate chip cookies to me!  I literally devoured it like I was starving.  I saw the movie first and really loved it but then my 12 year old grandson (that's right, I am about as far from being a Young Adult Reader as you can get) told me that I simply had to read the book...it's GREAT, Nana, he said!  And he was oh so right.  The story is simply gripping, the characters and settings are so real but deliciously fantastical at the same time!  All the time I was reading it I was completely immersed in the story but at the same time marveling at the creative genius of Susan Collins.  I mean how many authors can write with such skill that they can make you cry out, gasp, even weep when you already know exactly what is going to happen on every single page! Absolutely the best read I have had in a long time...cannot wait to start Catching Fire and then Mockingjay!  Susan Collins and Katniss Everdeen...I LOVE YOU!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RAY94KO1BDCIH?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is amazing and is my fav of the series the movie is also great will definitely read again and again and tell friends and family about it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMOZO21MDLJOF?ASIN=0439023521	Move over Twilight.....	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">There's another YA series in town!<br/><br/>The Hunger Games was absolutely mesmerizing.  I was completely captivated from the first sentence.  I read this book WHENEVER I could until it was finished, and I still haven't been able to stop thinking about it.  It literally blew me away.<br/><br/>I am usually not one for science fiction, but the world that Suzanne Collins has created is equal parts horrifying and addicting.<br/><br/>The book is told in first person narrative through the eyes of Katniss (who by the way is a great character!).  She takes her sister's place in the Hunger Games in which children are pitted against each other in a ""fight to the death"" arena.<br/><br/>This book will not be for everyone.  It is violent, sad, and horrific.  Children are forced into a horrible circumstance and death is almost guaranteed.  Katniss's ability and will to survive are inspiring as she navigates relationships, fears, and threats from the Hunger Games.<br/><br/>Read this!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QOFX008RPA4S?ASIN=0439023521	Riveting!  Read straight through in a day!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could easily post a long and detailed review but that has been covered many times by the previous reviewers.  The truth about this book is that once you pick it up, you don't want to put it down.  It has all the things you look for in a book, suspense, drama, action, romance (of a sort), intrigue and more.  It also makes you think....<br/><br/>I love when an author can do what Suzanne Collins did in this book.  She made you place yourself in the protagonists shoes and think to yourself how you would react in her situations.  What would you do?  I know the story is a bit far-fetched with children being pitted against each other to the death.  But it's a story of a totalitarian society.  Who didn't love ""V for Vendetta""?  The reader has to remember this is a post-apocalyptic style world hundreds of years from our future.  What we hold as values today don't exist then.  But, keeping that in mind the story is wonderfully written.<br/><br/>The only con I can think of is I would knock a half a star off for some annoying spelling and grammatical errors that may or may not exist in the print version of the book but do exist in the Kindle version.  They are forgivable however.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9N40IABE8VVP?ASIN=0439023521	Hands down best book I've ever read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is definitely without a doubt the best book I have ever read. In my opinion it is better than the Twilight series and right up there with Harry Potter. If you're thinking about getting this book, GET IT!!! I am a 13 year old girl writing this review under my mom's account, and I learned about this book when one of my teachers read it to us during class. The whole class was crazy about the book, begging the teacher to read just a few more pages because at every end of the chapter the author left you hanging. After we had finished reading it I went ahead and bought it because it was one of my favorites and I wanted to have a copy of my own. I even made my mom read it because I loved it so much and she loved it as well. GREAT for all ages and BOTH genders. It's hard to say what genre it is since it includes action, adventure, romance, violence, suspense, and more. Makes a great gift. I can't wait to read the 2nd and 3rd book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28GWSWV0CIJAF?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games - the adventure begins...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I posted this in a discussion thread, already about this book.<br/><br/>Suzanne Collins has a knack for telling a story that is filled with memorable characters facing impossible situations. With equal parts adventure and heartbreak, she paints a picture of humanity at it's best, and at it's worst. Compelling characters, vivid locations, action/adventure, and a world slightly off it's kilter, combine to give us another interesting storyline. After inhaling her Gregor the Overlander series as quickly as the books were written, and absolutely loving the ride, I was glad to see she has not lost her touch.<br/><br/>""The Hunger Games"" is set in a futuristic society where two young people from each district (twelve in all) will battle it out to the death for the amusement of the citizens to watch on tv. This book will be released to the public in October 2008, and will be a multi-book storyline. No word on how many books are set to be part this series, as of yet - hoping for many!<br/><br/>Suzanne Collins remains one of my favorite young adult authors of all time. It was a total thrill to meet her, and get her to sign my copy of this book at the recent ALA Convention. As a school librarian to many avid readers desperate for the kinds of stories she tells, she is like a rock star to some of my students who gobble up every book she writes. Hope she is home now and working on the next book...which I am already impatiently waiting for!<br/><br/>Michelle</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3U5JUYAPHF5Q2?ASIN=0439023521	Wasn't expecting to like this as much as I did	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was apprehensive to read this because for the most part I'm not a fan of young adult fiction. After the many great reviews I had gotten from friends, and of course my wife's glowing review, it was time to give it a shot. With those reviews I was warned that it might be a slow starter but I was hooked two chapters in.<br/><br/>I'm a fan of the dystopian style novel and figured this couldn't be all bad. I loved the concept, from the beginning I could imagine the anxiety everyone must feel as there children are drafted for the games through a random lottery. Having a son of my own, I know I would be terrified until I knew that his name was not chosen or until he won the games. This made it easy to identify with the characters and share in the emotions of the story.<br/><br/>I'm now hooked and can't wait to start the next book. With the movie releasing soon I'm very excited to compare the two. I hope it is good because I am now a fan.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3N66AY3XT7MUT?ASIN=0439023521	What am I doing reading this?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was determined not to read this book. I was tired of getting sucked into the new popular series (Harry Potter, Twilight, Girl with Dragon tattoo etc) Not to mention I can't stand anything (movies, books, tv shows) having to do with a post-apocalyptic setting.  Well I gave in to the peer pressure and purchased the Hunger Games. I read the first hundred pages the first night and went to work tired and bleary eyed. I finished it the next day and haven't been able to stop talking about it.<br/>Honestly, this book has NOTHING in it that I thought would appeal to me. Young adult novel, violent, depressing, post-apocalyptic etc. It was one of the best, most exciting books I have read in a very long time. I think a lot of the negative views are those who once again cannot seperate fact vs fiction.  Enjoy the book for what it is. A high powered adventure about survival.<br/>My only concern now is when are my next 2 books in the series arriving????</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IVRYO0G1KI8D?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING BOOK	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I LOVE this book!!! I've read it 3 times and about to read it a 4th. Some people read the summary and think this book would be horrible, but it is not! As you read, you fall in love with the characters: Katniss, Rue, Peeta. I am in love with Peeta and cry everytime Rue dies. Katniss is so smart and I wish I were her!<br/><br/>It's like sci-fi, survivor, man vs. wild, and a love story with humor mixed in. The first of the 3 parts is kind of slow, but once they get in the arena, you can't put it down! I hate reading and I read 200 pages of this book for 6 hours straight! The end of the games is happy, the end of the book is sad, but the characters in this book make it incredible. It's written in 1st person and presence tense, so it feels like you're right beside Katniss every step of the way. I reccomend this book to anyone looking for something good to read. This book is AMAZING and every one should read it. THIS IS THE BEST BOOK EVER!!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2G3TUDXTL54JG?ASIN=0439023521	Entertaining and absorbing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I first heard the premise, I was very much against reading this or in any way supporting the product. It seemed very much like a direct rip-off of my favorite satire movie, Battle Royale, which pre-dates this publication about by a decade. However, curiousity from all the positive reviews got me to give this a sneak peek.<br/><br/>To my dismay, I was hooked from the start. The premise is very simple. In an unnamed post-apocalyptic future, a new society has formed in what was once North America. It is called ""Panem"", centered by a Capitol and 13 surrounding districts, whom basically act like slave territories supplying all the needs for the Capitol citizens. But that's not all! Because of a rebellion that occurred 74 years ago, to instill peace through fear, the supreme governing powers that be in the Capitol have decided that each year two children, between the ages 12-18, will be submit from each of their districts as tributes. The tributes will battle to the death in a televised arena that every citizen is required to watch, as a reminder of what happened 74 years ago.<br/><br/>Surprisingly, Susanne Collins makes the story very easy to read and believable, as if this could very well happen. It is not hard to see how a society, which is based on supreme rule and fear-- might actually take the path chosen by the people of Panem. --How the citizens of the subject districts might abandon all hope and actually do let something as terrible as the sacrifice of their children in a gruesome lottery.  Just look at North Korea for an example of this in modern society. OR even look at history, after WWI, the Allied forces were so determined to pin the blame of war on someone, they treated Germany very much like the districts. Imposing ridiculous punishments towards the citizens, which eventually led to WWII.<br/><br/>Having read all 3 of these books, the first is very much the best. It is a very quick read, as that it is written in present-tense, perspective of the protagonist, Katiness Everdeen.  This is very light reading. The first book touches briefly on the atrocities of war, but mostly focuses on survival and how society can become very easily warped. I finished this book in one day, reading from 7pm to 1am, then eagerly ran out to buy the rest of the books the next morning.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1E8R60HLRZFG9?ASIN=0439023521	Catchy at times but majorly flawed	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">In search of the next Harry Potter I tried this series, though I am sad to say it fell short.<br/><br/>At times the story was an enjoying read, but all the inconsistensies in the story kept annoying me. I actually read the entire series to perhaps get an explanation (as it is in fact critically acclaimed), but that never happened, and Im left with a feeling af wasting 30$ and hours of reading.<br/><br/>It is hard to be spesific without pointing out the quite simply illogical action, so if you are new to the series stop reading here<br/><br/>**SPOILERS** (a few from book 3 also)<br/><br/>- The writer fails to explain why the hunger games is in fact a workable scheme. I am really quite aware of what human beings can do to each other (eg. WW2 eastern front + holocaust, as probable low points..), but usually evil doing happens for a reason, and getting kids to kill each other for fun, and make the parents watch and celebrate the event is really just a recipe for a major uprising (it just doesnt make sense to use it to control the districts as the writer claims).<br/><br/>- When the kids are picked you would get a lot of them refusing to just play along and smile to the cameras, though that didnt happen here. Why? I found battle royal way more credible in that sense.<br/><br/>- In the arena there are cameras literally everywhere. With such technology the capitol would have little trouble to follow every move of Katniss and the other rebels after the games, and uncover their scheme.<br/><br/>- After the games, every credible dictator would have Katniss killed. It would be so easy to let her have a ""hunting accident"" while out in the woods. Just get a few shots of her out in the forbidden woods and air it with pictures of the corpse; problem solved (silly little girl got herself killed while doing illegal hunting).<br/><br/>- In book 3 it gets worse (Katniss shooting down high-tech choppers with a bow and arrow wtf?; the capitol using bunker busters on dc 13.. why not send off one every 3 hours to shut down the entire rebellion? it just doesnt make sense that they send like 4 busters then quit; why doesnt the capitol fire nukes when they get exterminated?; why use nets as traps in the street in the capitol? every decent insurgeon in Iraq knows a couple of 155mm shells is vastly superior to a net!)<br/><br/>OK I could go on and on.. In short; the book just isnt credible enough, and the main characters are too shallow to be interesting.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33KB864UTC1R8?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text""><a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Hunger-Games-Book-1/dp/0439023521"">The Hunger Games (Book 1)</a><br/><br/>This book is amazing. I think it's good for almost all reading levels. I probably wouldnt recomend it for children under 11 because there is the use of violence, but that is truely up to the parents. The Hunger Games is a great read and keeps your attention through out the story. I could not stop reading it.<br/><br/>At first I was kind of weary about reading a book where children are killing each other to win a competition. It turns out to be a wonderful story. Suzanne Collins really invests everything into this book. She creates an amazing connection to the characters. There were many instances where I could feel what they were feeling and just understand what was being said. There is a wonderful use of imagery and tons af detail used through out this book.<br/><br/>If you have not read this book yet I highly recomend it, even if you have already seen the movie.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NCDMQ1EWYZ0E?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put the book down - good for any age	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Honestly I had never heard of The Hunger Games until it came out as a movie.  I'm in my 40's I'm not exactly in the demographics for this book.  Recently I caught the movie on Netflix and really enjoyed it.  Figured the book had to have more information about everything (books are always better than the movie) - so I picked the book up (well rented it on my Kindle Fire).  AND I COULDN'T PUT IT DOWN.  I had seen the movie, I knew actually how it ended, but I was so totally enthralled with the story.  It is a very interesting and very well written story.  As soon as I finished it, I wanted to start reading the second book.  In fact, I just started reading the second book yesterday.  I sat and read for 7 hours last night.  I only stopped because it was 1:30 a.m. and I had to work today.  I am glad that I saw the movie first to put some of the descriptions of the people in The Capital in perspective, but not really necessary.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FVYZJ03QBUHK?ASIN=0439023521	A great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I tell you what The Hunger Games trilogy is about, you might question my judgement.<br/><br/>It's set in a futuristic world where the Capitol reigns supreme over the oppressed Districts 1 to 12.<br/><br/>To keep them in their place, each year the Capitol selects two children from each District - one boy and one girl - to compete in an annual reality television show.<br/><br/>Their mission: To kill the other contestants. Last child standing wins.<br/><br/>Despite this macabre premise, The Hungers Games trilogy - consisting of The Hunger Games, Catching Fire and Mockingjay - is a compelling read with a serious message about war.<br/><br/>It's teen fiction in the same vein as John Marsden's Tomorrow When The War Began series.<br/><br/>While written for a younger audience, The Hunger Games appeals across age groups. I have a number of friends in their 20s and 30s who devoured all three books at rapid pace.<br/><br/>This is partly because it's an easy read, partly due to the strangely gripping plotline and partly due to author Suzanne Collins' ability to end chapters with cliffhangers that leave you wanting more.<br/><br/>You can read more of my book recommendations at [...]</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2J9WQX9JPM1FL?ASIN=0439023521	review by an 11 year old	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">WARNING SPOILERS ALERT<br/>----------------------<br/>America is destroyed. Poverty lies everywhere. Starvation is now the most common death because only the wealthy can afford food. These are the remains of the last Great War. What was left of North America, joined together to form the country Panem, a country that consists of 12 districts. Each year the districts must send forth two tributes, a boy and a girl, to compete in the HUNGER GAMES. The tributes must compete for survival when they are placed in the arena and fight to the death. Winning means wealth and prosperity, losing means certain death.<br/><br/>This is an absolute, no questions asked, five star book. It doesn't tell you anything in the beginning, just clues that you can make predictions with. My family purchased this on amazon.com, and it was delivered in perfect condition. Five stars for the book and five stars for the delivery.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17ZW6FNY01K6K?ASIN=0439023521	WHAT AN INCREDIBLE READ!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins has written one of the most incredible books I have had the pleasure of reading in ""The Hunger Games"".  Partly science fiction, mixed with heart wrenching drama, along with action adventure that keep you on the edge of your seat, this book will keep you up reading long past bedtime, and is so hard to put down, I finished only stopping once to charge my Kindle, and could not wait to finish.  Not too involved to the point of ever becoming boring, and not leaving you wanting for more, this book is the perfect balance and a must read for anyone interested in just a plain different, excellently written book with as unique a story line as I have seen in quite a while.  To think Mrs Collins just made this up out of thin air makes the reader appreciate that this author is as intelligent and imaginative as they come.  Thank you for this story and I hope you can come up with another one as unique as this one!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BT22O7J4B22L?ASIN=0439023521	A Truly Timeless Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I knew the basic outline of the story when I read ""Hunger Games"", but I was unprepared for the strong emotions I felt while reading it. Many issues were raised: Am I fake? Or am I true to myself? How much should other people manipulate me? Whom should I trust, and who will betray me? Will my friends remain my friends? And my body: is it too heavy? Too thin? How do I appear to everybody else? Am I strong enough?<br/><br/>As a woman (54 years young!) who, as a young girl, was known to wander around through trees and the creek with her trusty Bowie knife in her jeans pocket, I could relate to Katniss. She was so in tune with the nature around her. Also, she had such a sense of loyalty to her mom, to her sister, to Gale - a sense of loyalty which, out of necessity, is common to those who don't grow up in the upper class of society.<br/><br/>I loved this ultimate reality book. Those over 12 will love the trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NCTJS9ZUXHMR?ASIN=0439023521	Thank you Stephen King and EW for recomending this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am an avid reader.  Yet I'm not often compelled to find the Amazon page and right a review for a book. . .<br/><br/>but this book deserves it.  I found out about this book via a brief description in Entertainment Weekly (I think Stephen King mentioned it).  I found the idea compelling, and sought out the book.<br/><br/>I've recently read ""The Road"" and ""Pesthouse"" (I'm not a Carmac fan . . .).  I found this book about 10x more addictive than either of those books.  Some literary scholar may point out a win on the other post-apocalyptic books. . .but in my mind a book is only as good as it keeps you from putting it down  - and I couldn't put this down.<br/><br/>The story is from the point of view of a young teen girl, and I found it refreshing (even though I'm a full adult male).  The story is spot on, and the ending states ""END OF BOOK ONE"" leaves me a tad bit of hope - that the adventure in this world isn't finished. . .</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1R9YRRSXYJ6B7?ASIN=0439023521	Great, easy read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well it is what it says it is. The first book is fantastic. Great characters, interesting plot, lots of unexplained backstory for the imagination. I read it almost instantly I was so hooked. It's also probably one of the better book to movie adaptations. Obviously there are changes and it's missing/has new stuff, but overall it's WAYYYY more accurate than of the Tolkien or Harry Potter movies.<br/><br/>It's not the perfect book, but it's a great read. I'm reading the second now and I'm a little worried about the lovestory taking over the good parts. So at this point, the biggest advantage the first book has is it focuses on the plot we were told about. Which was a great plot. I'm not big into the romance aspect of teen novels, and a love story is always welcomed, but this is getting kinda cheesy. In any case, the first book is great, but it seems a bit...unique, compared to the other books in the trilogy.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3N4KYZ0RA5PV8?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After the hype surrounding the film I preferred to read the series first and was gripped from the start.  The Hunger Games is an extremely descriptive, fast moving book which drew me in and kept hold until the very end.  At one point it even almost made me cry.  I enjoyed the fact that the story is told from the main character's point of view, of her world set in the future but still recognisable. Apparently aimed at the teen reader any adult would find the book absorbing and thought provoking.  It is a world of division between the elite and the downtrodden, severely controlled workers who provide the necessities to maintain the elites' existence.  Part of the control is to send teenagers into a competition where it is kill or be killed, the last survivor achieving fame and fortune for themselves and their district.  Catniss provides the focus for revolution.  You cannot help but read the complete trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1W9KLIIT85FAB?ASIN=0439023521	LOOOOOOVE this series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this series!  I was instantly hooked and was so bummed after finishing the last book in the series because it was over and there were no more to read. :(  Good news is the movie is coming out in 2012, bad news is the movie is never as good as the book.  I have read articles that compared this series to Twighlit as being the next big thing.  While I admit that I like Twighligt, I like this series much more. It has much more depth to the story.  There is the romance and love triangle that we all love, but there is also the story about the state of their society and what they are forced to do that adds a whole new element to the story.  The characters are a bit more mature and the teens aren't dealing with trivial things like teen angst or prom, etc.  At times this book brought me to tears at how tragic it was, but other parts gave me butterflies and hope as a love story often does.  Great book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLNX6MLWY4FDA?ASIN=0439023521	Good action book, but ...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I figured out the ending a third of the way through...  So, while the action kept the reading bearable, I kept waiting to see how Collins handled some of the character development plot lines she created. She never did use them. What a disappointment.<br/><br/>First: In the beginning, Collins alludes to Katniss having to make the decision to become a hunter of people or not. Can Katniss kill someone in cold blood? Can she lie in wait for her human prey to cross her path, and then stare them down and kill them? Unfortunately, we never see her face that dilemma.<br/><br/>Second: Both Katniss and Peeta make a kill, yet we never see any of the effect that kill has on them. They killed a human. How can that not affect them? Even after the games end, there is no reflection of what they've done, only concern about what is yet to happen. And a bit of self-congratulations.<br/><br/>Third: I expected something more to develop from Katniss' wearing of the Mocking Jay pin. It was explained in some detail, yet it disappears while Katniss is in the arena. Then suddenly it appears again at the end.<br/><br/>The action in the book kept me going, but for this to be a great book, it really needs more character development. I will probably read the remainder of the books only because they are a quick read, and I still hold hope that Collins will use her next book to develop her characters more.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JS19JLDU3PPN?ASIN=0439023521	Could NOT put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read all three of these books in 4 days after seeing the movie trailer... if that doesnt tell you how great they are, I dont know what will. This book is amazing. Normally not a fan of ""post apocolypse"" genre books, this book brought a whole new light to how the world might be in the future. The storyline grips you and the author has a way of making you feel everything that everyone in the book is feeling at that time. The shere genius of making you feel like your starving, hunting, thirsting to death, beginning to feel love for someone, and making you feel what Katniss feels when shes fighting for her life is amazing. You will laugh, cry, and sit on your seat in anger at the capitol throughout this entire book. You will feel like you have been thrown right in the middle of the arena along with Katniss and the other contestants, and then be starving for the next book by the end. Amazing read!!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXKE2FWYWSELB?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games Leaves You Hungry for More	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book several months ago from the library and was hooked. I had to get my own copy and kept checking for the next book in the series. I found it on Amazon and pre-ordered it so I can have it as soon as it comes out.<br/>Katniss Everdeen is a truly believable character. She is a teenager with a head on her. She is forced to support her mother and little sister when her father is killed in a mine explosion. This prepares her for her fight to the death in the Hunger Games, but not for Peeta's profession of love.<br/>The story pulls you in and you cannot put the book down. Then at the end it is just beginning and you groan to yourself since you will have to wait until the next book to find out what happens between Katniss, Peeta and Gale. Will Prim still be in the lottery for the next Hunger Games since she is only twelve? How will Katniss keep her safe?<br/>Totally and completely a good read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QOF6USXDYSZ3?ASIN=0439023521	I love picking up a novel that I knew nothing about and	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love it when I snag a book that I know nothing about except that a friend said it was good, and wind up reading it in two sessions. Fortunately, I didn't ""discover "" this book before the author had all three of them written. I just finbished ""Catching Fire"", also in two readings, and was surprised that the author was able to out do herself. The second book is better than the first, only because the reader is already aware of the personalities of the characters, and the setting. Opening the second book is like meeting old friends. I look forward to the last of the trilogy not only because it closes out the series, but because it did get somewhat mixed reviews. I gather that it didn't end the way a lot of people wanted it to, with good things happening to the good people and the bad guys getting their just deserts. I will probably like the book since I tend to be more of a pessimistic realist.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R132IRSJLX7X89?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Had to add my two cents to the thousands of people who weighed in. I LOVED this book. Read the series, paused for about 2 breaths and started it all over again. Immediately.<br/><br/>I liked Katniss as a main character. At 17, she is very aware of what it takes to survive just on a daily basis. She has no time for boys and doesnt see herself the way others do. She is entirely focused on her family and making it back to them because she knows they need her. Enter the games. Exciting and thought provoking. What would it take to survive in a future where you have no control of your life and were under the thumb of the Capitol? Could you kill to survive?<br/><br/>Second book is also great. Third book- also good but not as epic as the first two. It was an attempt to end a series that had no natural conclusion within the world that was created.<br/><br/>I have recommended this book to close friends and all my family.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OUES5GBWNS5T?ASIN=0439023521	Young Adult But Not Really	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The reviews for this book are so numerous that I am sure that mine will simply be just lost in the crowd. So let me just say that this was a surprisingly good book and that while it was written on the young adult level, this could have just as effectively been written on an adult level.  While the outcome of the book and the resolution of the problems that the main character Katniss faces seem simple on the surface there is an underlying tension that runs throughout the entire book that simply does not let up even on the last page.  The author has achieved something that so many other writers fail at and that is creating a story that seems to pull you along and even on some level make you a participant (is the reader really any different than one of the watchers of the Hunger Games?)  This is an excellent book that takes the survivalist and death-as-entertainment theme to another level.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3I8IZ9X0T5MH3?ASIN=0439023521	Fabulously written characters!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had no clue what to expect from this book... it was recommended to me by a colleague and darn near everyone at work had read it and reported about it glowingly.  After the first 1/3rd of the book I could see why -- wonderfully crafted!<br/><br/>The beauty here is not in the dystopia or the work Collins creates.  Those are nice and at best, as good as anyone else can do... the beauty and power is in Katniss Everdeen.  Suzanne Collins writes her with such depth and detail that you cannot help but feel like you are her best friend.  Like you are going through it all with her... from the drama at the reaping to the power of the hunger games to the tearing apart of her relationships... Katniss is your friend.<br/><br/>As an author myself who works hard at creating characters for readers to identify with and feel for... Ms. Collins has done it.  And I learned a thing or two while reading The Hunger Games!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1J9VIIOX70JA0?ASIN=0439023521	Blown away!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'd heard about these books for quite a while and with the movie coming out soon, I decided to give it a try. The truth is, I didn't know what to expect. Descriptions of the story do not do it justice.<br/><br/>The first chapter was hard to get wrapped into the story. First person perspective and storytelling would not allow me to connect wholly to Katniss and her world. However, the 2nd chapter on I could not put the book down. I tried to find any way to work another chapter here and there throughout the day.<br/><br/>I fell in love with each and every character to walk in and out of Katniss's life. I felt for each one of them as though I knew them personally and marveled at how invested I was in each. I may not have liked some, but to me they were still full bodied, believable characters.<br/><br/>While reading most of the Games, I was a wreck! If I could have held the book and bite my nails, I would have.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBRD8S9S17Z0J?ASIN=0439023521	Everyone should read this book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I got a new Kindle for Christmas and I was looking for a new book to read. My friend who is in school studying to be a school teacher told me that this book is being used a lot in schools to try to get kids interested in reading. She told me I HAD to read it. Well I was skeptical because it did not sound like a book I would ever read, especially since they read it in schools (which I found most of those books boring). I read this book in about a day and could not wait to start the next one. It really draws you in and it is such a great, powerful story. The lead character is a girl which just makes this book so much better in my eyes since you rarely see such a strong female lead. I am in my early 20's and love this book. I have encouraged everyone I know no matter what their age is to read it. I just finished the entire series and I want to turn around and read this book again.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1EFXFQZOEIA3W?ASIN=0439023521	Wow...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is one of those books that most ""real"" readers like to scoff at. I have to admit that I had my doubts that Collins would come through, but, man, was I impressed.<br/><br/>This book was probably one of the most captivating, entertaining reads that I've had in years. Katniss is an incredibly strong, lead, female character -- something that is rather non-existent or not so believable in literature these days. And the story is terrific. You never, ever want to put the book down.<br/><br/>Sure, the language is written for a young adult. And the reader isn't so challenged when it comes to figuring out what's going on. However, Collins just crushes it on everything else. Not to mention, it's not such a bad commentary on some of the ridiculous things that are going on in our society today.<br/><br/>All I have to say is give it a chance. You won't be disappointed.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22XBNI8K37CQS?ASIN=0439023521	It is worth all the hype	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm not that into the Harry Potter or Twilight series but this book and series captivates. It has a strong female protagonist and moves along at a good pace. Once past all the exposition, the book is difficult to put down and leaves the read hanging on for more by the end. So I got the rest of the series. Two thumbs up. I see why it's so popular now and why it's been made into a movie.<br/><br/>Taking place in a future society where a major war has left the populace under the watchful eye of a dictator big brother government which sends it's teenager in to an arena to fight for their lives for the entertainment of the elite, live the experience of being chosen and then taken from all one knows into a world of fighting for oneself the eyes of Katniss Primrose. By book two, the attachment to the characters and situation becomes much more personal. Great for teens and adults.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/REZ05QJNUXOJ2?ASIN=0439023521	stays with you	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When you're reading The Hunger Games, you are preoccupied with the immediate terror of: will Katniss survive? Will Peeta survive? What's going to happen next??? The raw suspense is by far the predominant reading experience of The Hunger Games. But it is in the days and weeks after you finish the book -- after you've already gone onto other books -- when you realize that you're still thinking about Katniss, Peeta, and Rue. You realize that these characters and the world Suzanne Collins has created for them have stayed with you long after you closed the book. Their world continues to haunt you in the back of your mind; their bravery continues to humble and inspire you. In my experience as a reader, this is the mark of truly great writing. It is a rare thing, and it is what I'm always hoping to find when I open a new book, and what I'm hoping to revive when I open an old one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SL72927Y7ZJU?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow.  Okay I'm a Christian and almost have never read anything but Christian fiction in the last 23 years. I could not put this book down.  I started it last night and finished it 24 hours later.  It was a cross between Survivor, Big Brother, 1984 (hated that book) and who knows what else.  This is not for faint hearted people for several reasons.  If you have a fear of fire or bees, don't read this. I found this story compelling and cannot understand the one 3 star rating that I did read.  What did you expect this girl to act like, living the life she lived?  How can any person exhibit any emotion when they are more than set in a survival mode?  I haven't seen the movie and I'm axious to see how well they stay in tune with the book. The setting was real, the emotions gribbing and I could easily picture the characters in the book.  Really good storyline and setting.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3T8FAMBEY8ZHL?ASIN=0439023521	Life as I knew it...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Life as I knew it ceased to exist after reading The Hunger Games. These books are littered with between the line messages about our own privileged human existence. I look at fashion, Lady GaGa for example and cannot help feeling the way Katniss did when she meet her make-over team at the capital. I watch NFL football and I cannot help but think of myself as a game-maker and the players as tributes; right down to their post game interviews.<br/><br/> It's deliciously scary when the realization comes that we are them, they are us. The pain, the starvation in the districts while there is gluttony in the capital, the way children are used as pawns to gain power, all of these themes and more play themselves out on the streets of America (and our whole world) every night.<br/><br/>Suzann Collins, brilliant message I'll never forget again!<br/><br/>We can all be Katniss!<br/><br/>Thank you.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HA31YGEUH23G?ASIN=0439023521	no bread, one circus	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a horrifyingly good book, so much so that I had to put it down twice and walk away before I could continue for fear of what would happen next.  In a dystopian future US, there is no bread and one circus, the Hunger Games, in which 24 ""tributes"" (forced volunteers) duel to the death on camera with the whole world watching whether they want to or not.<br/><br/>The narrator is a 16-year old girl, Katniss, the sole support of her mother and 10-year old sister back home.  Her sister is chosen in the reaping and Katniss volunteers to take her place in the Games.  The plot is like American Idol crossed with Survivor, only in this case children are killing children as a national spectator sport, which is where the horrifying comes in.  By the last page you know what it was like at the Coliseum, from both the cheap seats and the floor of the arena.  A riveting read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TQNMAECEMXPN?ASIN=0439023521	My favorite book in a long time!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely LOVED this story. I heard about this book and was told it was a little weird at first, a little far-fetched. However, I didn't feel this way in the least bit. I completely enjoyed this book from first starting to read it and it just got better and better...I could NOT put this book down. I loved the characters Katniss and Peeta, loved their back story, loved everything about them. I am currently reading it to my 8 year old son, and he loves it too. I think its a really important look at how the world we know could change at any minute, and that all the things we take for granted (like food, electricity, etc.) could be gone in an instant. Makes you wonder if you have what it takes to survive.<br/>I recommend this book to anyone looking for a quick/easy read. To anyone looking for a story that really makes you think and take stock in your own life.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIE0LAESL0DLI?ASIN=0439023521	The BEST!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Before I begin I'd like to say that if any of you have read negative reviews dismiss them. This book is spectacular. This is coming from a girl who has read harry potter and the eragon books, both of which I would recommend. I thought I would never again be lost in that world where time and space matter not, where you would stay up till 5am just to keep reading. Where nothing can distract you. But that was before I read the Hunger Games.  I found myself reading every moment I could, during dinner, whilst brushing my teeth, everywhere! Every moment I wasn't reading, felt like a waste. When I wasn't reading I wanted to be reading. I have just finished reading the Hunger Games for the 4th time, and tomorrow I will begin again. I can't stop reading, can't put them down. Mark my words, this story will stay with you forever. Read this story and read it now!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1K02L8VCCVOKF?ASIN=0439023521	I was surprised at how much I loved this book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I went into reading this thinking it was ""just another teen drama"", but thought I'd give it a try. I was hooked from the beginning. The author does an amazing job of creating characters that have qualities that make us fall in love with them, and the dystopian setting where the story takes place is imaginative, but still believable.<br/><br/>While not a difficult read, I found myself glued to the pages, desperately wanting to know what the heroine, Katniss, was going to do next.<br/><br/>I would definitely recommend this to any reader, whether it be teen or adult, because there are human qualities portrayed that speak to all ages, and sometimes it forces us to look at ourselves and challenge our own beliefs, when faced with a dystopian future that pins it's children together in a fight to the death for the means of entertaining the wealthier class.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OTG9T0AONIFS?ASIN=0439023521	Exciting and Suspenseful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">SPOILERS! BEWARE!<br/><br/>I'm going to start off by saying I loved this book. It was amazing - it kept me on edge and I finished it in one day. The idea was great and Suzanne Collins pulled it off wonderfully.<br/><br/>However, there's one part that I'm rather skeptical about, the part when Katniss and Peeta decided to eat the nightlock. I feel like it was a little cliched, as if they were saying ""let's die together because our love is everlasting!""<br/>I understand that they did it to rebel against the Capitol, but to me it reminded me of<br/><br/>DIVERGENT/ALLEIANT SPOILERS BELOW<br/><br/>when Tris sacrificed herself.<br/><br/>Except neither Katniss nor Peeta died.<br/><br/>All in all though, this is a fabulous book and I'd recommed it to anyone who wants a fast-paced read with lots of action, excitement and a little 'romance'.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPQ8N38N37VJH?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent books	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely loved the entire series.  The first book I read in 24 hours.  My eyes were so strained but I COULD NOT put this book down.  I eventually read the whole series in one week.  Please note that I am an occasional reader in that I generally I squeeze in a little reading before going to bed.  With the first book, I totally immersed in the characters, the setting, the plot....  I must admit the 2nd and 3rd books slowed down a bit but the action was still intense and storylines very interesting.  When I heard the movie was being released soon and after reading the reviews, my interest was piqued.  I am so very glad I had an opportunity to read the book before seeing the movie. I am afraid no movie can top the height and depth of my imagination as I devoured the uniqueness of this story.  At your earliest opportunity, you should read these books.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6TUGOGN12IRC?ASIN=0439023521	I ignored this series for too long.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I ignored this series for too long due to the storyline being so similar a Japanese book that will not be named.<br/><br/>Turns out that I was totally wrong.  While both books involve children killing children and the sick people who enjoy this happening that's where the similarity ends.<br/><br/>This book spent a lot of time on the political aspects of the story.  It wasn't just a blood bath to be enjoyed by the sick and twisted.<br/><br/>From start to finish I was literally unable to put this series down.  Some of the minor characters were flat, but the ones that drove the story were anything but that.  They slowly evolved as the book and the series went on.<br/><br/>I was barely able to put this book down and had to buy the second and third books in the series right away.  Finishing all three over the course of a weekend.  Amazing book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JHXLJ6WXRSQW?ASIN=0439023521	What an amazing book. I read this before watching the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What an amazing book. I read this before watching the movie, and if you haven't read the book or have not seen the movie then I would definitely read the book first. The way Suzanne writes the book, you can't help getting sucked into the pages. The first time I read the book, I read it out loud to my husband while we were driving to Colorado. I read it cover to cover in the amount of time it took us to drive from the middle of Kansas to Colorado Springs, Colorado. I could not put it down and anytime I stopped reading my husband would ask when I would start reading again. The next day I had to go out and buy ""Catching Fire."" It is really a book for any age and has so many different messages that can help people today. Suzanne did a wonderful job telling everyone about Katniss, Peeta, and all the other characters in this series. Great job!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R398G9CQVU3ERB?ASIN=0439023521	Unexpectedly Surprised!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It took me a long time to finally get around to reading this book. All the hype surrounding it really deterred me. I was put off by how popular it was and the type of crowd that seemed to be into it. The same people who loved the Twilight Series really seemed to be into this book.<br/><br/>It turns out I was only punishing myself. What I thought was going to be a chore was an amazing delight. I was engaged and interested in the characters. I loved and hated Katniss so much, the conflicting feelings I had about her kept me on edge and made me care about what was going on with her.<br/><br/>You knew, yet you didn't know how this story was going to end, I can't really explain it but you think you know, and you are partly right, but you just don't know.<br/><br/>I loved this book from beginning to end and I can't wait to read the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OFBWZKQZHDLL?ASIN=0439023521	A Brave New World for 2012	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great plot! Like Brave New World in 1931 and 1984 in 1949, The Hunger Games is the dystopia of its age. Government is overarching and oppressive (of course, how else can an overarching government behave?). Private enterprise is gone, a despised relic of past democracies. Children are not valued. Unless a person or a prize or an act accrues to President Snow's personal benefit, it's insurrection. The wealth is all spread around--among the Capitol's inhabitants, leaving only a paltry equal share for everybody else.<br/><br/>Another reviewer complained about Collins' style, meaning sentence structure. While I also stumbled over a few obstructions in the prose, I also stumbled frequently over Aldous Huxley's prose. This isn't a prose poem. Read Wordsworth if you're looking for long poetry. But The Hunger Games is a page-turner with a message.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35CDABF3T8L4Q?ASIN=0439023521	Strong, well-developed characters make this book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have been hearing about <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Hunger-Games/dp/0439023483"">The Hunger Games</a> for a long time and finally got it for my Kindle. I read it in one sitting. While the plot is a version of King's <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Running-Man/dp/0451197968"">The Running Man</a>, Collins gives it her own twist and enhances it with strong, well-written characters. We see the story through the eyes of Katniss Everdeen, a 16-year-old girl living in the farthest district from the Capitol of a post-apocalyptic United States. I was put off at first by the limits of the first-person, present tense narration; however, Collins does an amazing job of developing all the characters through the lens of her heroine. The intense action and powerful emotions had me alternating between biting my nails and tearing up throughout the book. I do caution readers, young ones especially, that some of the scenes are brutal.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKJBKK4H1WCEV?ASIN=0439023521	Stunning plot that leaves you breathless	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was an incredible book. I don't even find the right words for it. It was so desperate and the only thing that matters is to survive. There is no space for hope. Teenagers forced to kill each other in order to survive is just so cruel and although you hope for the MC to survive - somehow you cannot put aback what that means for all the other ones forced into a game of survival.<br/><br/>I felt hopeless when reading this book, it was packed with emotions and in the end, the twist and turn ( well positioned within the story) made it even worse. Whenever you think you can start to breath again the next thing happens that leaves you again gasping for air.<br/><br/>Only because of the brutality of the plot I would give it less than 5 stars, but only because I normally cannot read such books, but I made an exception here and it was well worth it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4K4NGJ0HZNVB?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I knew nothing about The Hunger Games until the movie came out. I was wondering what all the fuss was about, so I checked the Kindle store and thought for five bucks even if I don't like it I won't be out too much. It was worth every penny. Even if you have seen the movie (especially if you have seen the movie) you should read this book. The story is much more layered in the book than in the movie. I was up until the wee hours of the morning reading, and as soon as I got done I loaned it to my Mom, who loved it as well. Engrossing from beginning to end. I have read all three books in the series (I love my Kindle because as soon as I got done with the second one at a little past midnight I got to immediately buy the third and start in on it). I must say this one is the best, as originals often are, but all are woth the time and money.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VF3UT0ETW0K2?ASIN=0439023521	A BOOK FOR ALL AGES - SIMPLY EXCELLENT	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I normally wouldn't take the time to review a book that already has thousands of reviews. It's sort of a waste of my time. BUT rarely does a book come along that is so good - I'll make it short and sweet because this book deserves every review it gets. Rarely does a story come along, written for the youth audience, as good as this one is. If you read only one (well three since this is a trilegy) book this year or even in this lifetime, I would have to recommend this trilegy. Simply put - I think this trilegy will end up in the classics category. And besides that, it is simply excellent and I have nothing to add or subtract from these wonderful, well-written books. Read them. Unless you were born under a rock, you won't regret it. Just be sure to read them over a long weekend or on vacation. You might have trouble putting them down.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Y0CVNA976F8J?ASIN=0439023521	Self-contained	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought ""Hunger Games"" was targeted towards older girls.  For this reason I was surprised by how gritty, violent, and unromantic the story is.  I admired Collins' courage in making Katniss (the protagonist) pretty unlikable.  In some ways, she is the traditional hero: brave, moral, and focused.  At moments, she is unapologetically heartless.  She goes against gender stereotypse far beyond the point at which is cool.  I found her fascinating.<br/><br/>The story is simple (and possibly stolen), but it is intense and easy to read.  I finished the book in about three sittings.  At the same time, I had no interest in continuing the series.  ""Hunger Games"" does everything a story is supposed to do and ends (almost) cleanly.  If you don't feel like committing yourself to a series, don't let that stop you from reading the first book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UE97VSOJI1Q7?ASIN=0439023521	The writing was amazing and played out in my head like a movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I started the book expecting to stop when the violence started and then go see Peeta in the movie. However I was unable to put the book down.<br/>The writing was amazing and played out in my head like a movie!<br/>The beginning where the author sets up Katniss's world which is so dark and dank captivated me. And then she gradually builds up to the hunger games violence with layers of great characters, past histories, and a Katniss's need to survive while staying true to doing the right thing.<br/>OHH AND THE LOVE TRIANGLE!<br/>Honestly Twilight has nothing on the Katniss, Peeta, and Gale trio in this book!<br/>I finished this book quickly and then moved on to books two and three.<br/>I love them all!<br/>I love the movies too. They do a great job capturing the stories essence without deviating from the plot or characters.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TSHOFZ3V6RBJ?ASIN=0439023521	A riveting page turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book more or less in a day because I couldn't put it down.  I wasn't too sure if I'd enjoy a YA title, but I'm so glad I didn't let that label stop me.<br/><br/>I won't give another description of the actual story, but I'll tell you how this book made me feel.<br/><br/>Once I was done, I missed the characters, which says alot about the writer's skill in making me care.  Being a title for YA also shows this writer's talent.  I couldn't be more drawn into the action, pulled into the romance, concerned about the outcomes, moved to emotion all while making sure the tone was appropriate for the target audience.  This will be the first book that I pass along to my 12-year old, one that we'll equally enjoy, because I feel she's going to love it as much as I.<br/><br/>I'm so glad that the second book is already out and I don't have to wait.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UZJP4RU9JHLI?ASIN=0439023521	Very engaging!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">to be honest, I picked up this book because of the over hyped Hunger Games that is playing in cinemas not so long ago. But after reading a couple of pages, I am totally hooked. And I bought the Catching Fire &amp; MockingJay straight away. This novel blasted me off to my wild imagination, one of the best utopia style novel that I read so far..<br/><br/>The story is fast pacing right from the very first page.. it is full of action and details. It has successfully drowned me into the story. The plot is excellent, the world details is superb! I love it, Love it love it so much. It gives me a very enjoyable read.<br/><br/>I have to say the story is PG, not too dark but twisted with a very good surprise. Love the way Suzzane Collins wrote it.<br/><br/>Highly recommended!<br/><br/>Hunger Games, may the odds be in your favour!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GFF0R60SQG2Z?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic read!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very seldom do I read a book that I just can not put down. This is one of those books!!<br/><br/>I admit that I watched the movie first, then I got around to reading this trilogy on my kindle. Once I started turning the pages,<br/>it was very difficult to put it down. I either got distracted by something else needing my attention, or my eyes will not stay open any longer! I breezed through this book in just under a week, and I am normally a very slow reader. (Taking roughly a month or more to read a similar sized book.)<br/>Once I finished the book, I waited two days before starting on the second book. In the first two or three days I read almost half the book (at work). When I got home, I stayed up until the book was done....10 and half hours later!!!<br/><br/>I have just started the last book. Each one is riveting!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1V4IS9FU4TWNF?ASIN=0439023521	An Amazing Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book has taken my kids 13 &amp; 14 yrs old from hating books to carrying one around with them EVERYWHERE they go! At first it was ' The Hunger Games' series (which they each read twice), onto many other genres. The Hunger Games introduced them to characters that they could relate to, it made them cry with compassion, scream out loud, pray for blessings, smile &amp; laugh. It made them want to look into politics and our government. Reading just the first book took our family comfortably into conversations that I am not sure we could have had otherwise! My son went to bed holding this book and woke up early to try and get a couple pages in before school. If I threatened to take it away from my daughter, she would do ANY chore she was asked.<br/>If you are looking for a book that will keep you up all night, this is the one!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZWPS12PIPH92?ASIN=0439023521	Future Classic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My friends were all excited to be going to see the movie premier and were shocked and scandalized that I had not yet read the books so I borrowed it from a friend and began reading it while they all went to see the movie. I have to say, I could not put it down. I felt an instant connection to Katniss and the other characters in the book and I found my self laughing out loud when Katniss showed up the judges, feeling Peeta's inadequacy, crying at the loss of Rue. It sucks you in at the start and doesn't ever let up. This book teaches you about prejudice, survival, love, sacrifice and being a hero to the one who loves you the best. It instantly became one of my top 10 in regards to book series and I have been reading it to my kids. If you haven't read it yet, if you are on the fence, take the chance. You won't regret it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HMWEM7QDY838?ASIN=0439023521	Wow!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had to write a review because I loved this book so much! It's definitely a page turner and it gets so exciting that I literally had to keep calming myself down to be able to read it. I'm thrilled I bought it as I was a bit wary thinking it would be really gruesome but it was so good! The only negative I would say is that the main character has it quite easy considering the horrific situation she's placed in. If I was her I'd consider suicide, running away etc but she's so grown up with it and yet she's a child. I also feel that her win in the arena isn't well deserved. I feel that she didn't have to go through much to get there, especially since she only physically killed one person. The writer could of played with my emotions a lot more, but I still loved it.<br/><br/>I'm recommending it to family and friends xx</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34DBTZ0QZHOPT?ASIN=0439023521	Not the newest concept, but still genius!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins knows how to craft a story.<br/><br/>It's easy to lose yourself while reading, ""The Hunger Games,"" because the story flows so well. The settings are rich and full of just enough detail to form the image in your head, but not so much as to bore you. The characters are pretty well rounded, and this is one of the first books I've read in a while that features a very strong female lead bound not by love of a boy, but by family ties; something not seen often enough these days.<br/><br/>""The Hunger Games,"" is written for a young adult audience and as such there is a little teen love going on, so don't buy this book for your children if you're opposed to teenagers kissing.<br/><br/>Don't go to see the movie before you read the book! Both are fantastic, but you'll regret not reading this wonderful book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2N5LK1YY2J44K?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">In this first book of the Hunger Games series, readers are introduced to Katniss, a strong-willed girl from the country of Panem.  Her world is changed forever when she's selected to be a tribute for the 74th Hunger Games-a battle-to-the-death between 24 of the country's youth.  The story is told from the first-person perspective of Katniss in the present tense, which is a bit jarring at first but will quickly add to the urgency of the story's telling.  I bought only the first book at first, unsure if I would like it or if it would be too violent or disturbing (children killing children) but Collins does such a great job creating a world that makes sense-captivating the readers and not adding too much detail for the squeamish.  Do yourself a favor and get the whole set-The Hunger Games, Catching Fire, and Mockingjay.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QZ89FZR75PHJ?ASIN=0439023521	issues of concerns	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I finished the book and curious to know how the revolution and the romances will resolve so will try to finish the other two sequels for myself. But here are my peeves and won't be recommending to any teens:<br/><br/>1. The rule changes in the middle and end of the games. totally contrived.<br/>2. The meanderings of the characters within the arena with total confusion of layouts or whereabouts. Four times Katniss circled back to the same spot by the stream. The timing and distance totally blurred to the point of boredom. Pacing was poor here.<br/>3. the constant obsessive references to food and preparations of food. I get it already because it's the 'Hunger games' but they do not help build the story, plot or characters. Wasted pages.<br/>4. characters were killed off too conveniently: Rue, Fox-Face, Thresh without regards or story. I thought this was lazy plotting. Why have 24 characters if you only want to tell of 6 (Katniss, Peeta, Rue, Thresh, Foxfaxe and Cato). Maybe it's to do with a YA book and the editors forced cuts in gore. But plot is important and so is the description. Author should have gone all out in creativity (take JK Rowling) and not hold back because it's for teens. That's a disservice to the genre and smack of commercialization. Please stop this.<br/>5. were the parts that katniss was frequently naked in front of Cinna just to titulate the male audience? She's 16, that's creepy!<br/>6. The telling in the present tense through only katniss's eyes totally limited the creativity. Would have loved to experience Peeta's, Rue's and other characters. Wasted.<br/>7. The idea that the 12 tribes of about 8000 people each can sustain a capitol of that grandeur is totally unrealistic from all perpectives bearing resources are scarce. 100K is like a small US town supporting NYC.<br/>8. Ages 12-18 thrown in the gladiatorial arena against each other is unfair, unjust, inhuman, babaric and brutally unneccessary. It's totally contrived because that happens to be the reading age these books are targeted to.<br/>9. The horrors of the totalitarian regime and the killings are not properly explored as would be required given the premise of the story.<br/><br/>Some how I think the movie might be better because while the idea here is good (even that I heard was taken from somewhere else), the execution (no pun intended) was mediocre to poor.<br/><br/>Parents: Teens should not be exposed to these manipulative ideas and imageries unless you intend to conduct a thorough examination afterwards.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HEWYTFB2B6LD?ASIN=0439023521	WRITTEN FOR TEENAGERS... AND MAYBE SOCCER-MOMS...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I probably would never have read ""The Hunger Games"", except 2 female friends (both 30yr+ soccer-mom types) gushingly poured accolades all over the story and one lent me her copy.<br/><br/>""The Hunger Games"" is not a waste of time.<br/>The ""arena"" action (Chapters 11 through 25) is a fun read and does seem to have that ""Lord of the Flies"" child-versus-child violence and machinations.  With fleshed-out dialog, those chapters could easily hold-up as a short-story or novella.<br/><br/>However, my stumbling block with ""The Hunger Games"" is the rest of it, chapters 1-10 and 26-27.  Which includes that anti-climactic, rushed, non-flavored ending.<br/><br/>Maybe more is revealed about the Capitol culture, psychology, and economics in the sequels, BUT AS A STAND-ALONE STORY I couldn't ""buy-in"" to why this advanced government (with hovercraft, night-vision glasses, sky projections, genetically-altered wasps and wolves, etc.) and their affluent populace (living in sartorial and couture splendor, with skyscrapers shining at night as if it were a summer's day, rapid transit, and food and medicine for all) would (after 74 years) continue to tolerate the gratuitous murder of 12 year-old children.<br/><br/>Tolerating the ritualistic murder of children would only make sense if the Capitol government and its citizens were:<br/>1) unsophisticated and despotic (like warlords in Sierra Leone or Somalia, which force children to be soldiers and assassins); and/or,<br/>2) truly abhorred and disgusted by the traitorous District citizens.<br/>But even though The Hunger Games were created after insurrection and war (to punish and remind the Districts of their treason), and even though the District citizens are subjected to public whippings and spot executions, the Capitol citizens don't seem to be too sickened with these ""traitors"".  Quite the contrary, the Capitol seems to spare no expense when lavishing luxuries, food, parades, and interviews on these ""tributes"", treating them like A-list celebrities and rock-stars.  Rome (much less Somalia and Sierra Leone) didn't even come close to treating it's conquered slaves-who-became-gladiators to this much front-end comfort and indulgence.  Not economical, and not reasonable.<br/><br/>The story is written in linear, first-person narrative.  So, I don't think anyone should be surprised or spoiled in guessing whose perspective will be the final and living perspective.  Although, (SPOILER FOLLOWS), the story could (or maybe should) have ended by Katniss actually eating the poison berries (with or without Peeta), and dying as a martyr.  Unfortunately, it would have ended just as if ""Romeo and Juliet"" had been told from Juliet's perspective and we could then never learn (like ""Romeo and Juliet"") that ""The Hunger Games"" could (and should) indeed be a cautionary tale.  We could never learn that it was the characters' martyrdom that compelled the Capitol (like the Capulets and Montagues) to end the irrational and uncivilized Hunger Games and to start governing it's District citizens with civility.  Instead, ""The Hunger Games"" has a contrived and weak ending.<br/><br/>Of course, that would require the author to be more pragmatic and add more depth, fleshing-out the cardboard supporting cast, the Capitol's politics and sociology, and even some detail as to the arena's mechanics.<br/>How the parachutes are delivered with such precision, how the weather is changed (Katniss seems to think they can change the weather), the infinite network of cameras and microphones, etc.<br/>""How do you think Haymitch did it?""... ""He outsmarted them.""  Really?  That's all we get of Haymitch's Hunger Games?  You still know nothing about his Hunger Games strategy and survival... the mini-story of his own morality.  He's made out to be the bumbling, town drunk, but NOT the post-traumatic syndrome drunk, the ""yes, after all these years it's the Hunger Games that is killing me"" drunk.  What a waste of an essential character that could reveal the nature and brutality of the games through profound dialog and edgy character interaction.  Instead the author chooses uninspriing, one-dimensional, one paragraph narrative, buried in the monotony.<br/>And maybe things do get fleshed-out in the sequels, but... again... as a stand-alone story, ""The Hunger Games"" falls short in that respect.<br/><br/>Unfortunately, I think this type of all-inclusive exposition is a bit outside the author's scope or ability, and therein lies the difference between a teen-novel and adult literary fiction.<br/><br/>If you are an adult, and a science-fiction fan like myself, and looking for the depth and exposition of contemporary authors like Stephen Baxter, Greg Bear, Orson Scott Card, etc... you will not find it in ""The Hunger Games"".<br/>Or, if you are a looking for the nuance and post-apocalyptic poetic darkness of something like McCarthy's ""The Road"" or Atwood's dystopian classic ""The Handmaid's Tale""... sorry, also not in ""The Hunger Games"".<br/><br/>So, from now on, everytime I see and hear 30+ year-old adults pour accolades on young-adult fiction, I will feel like the Danny Glover character in the Lethal Weapon movie series, ""I'm too old for this $....!""<br/><br/>Thank you</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UVZOSH891YHV?ASIN=0439023521	Exceeded my Expectations!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm a senior in high school. Each year, my cousin (who is a children's &amp; young adult librarian) sends me a list of books she thinks I should read. Since freshman year, EVERY YEAR she put The Hunger Games on the list.. EVERY YEAR I ignored it.. I just wasn't into the ""fantasy"" genre, though this book isn't a fantasy. I want to say it's a ""utopian"" genre, but it's not really that either. I'm more into books that can realistically happen in this time period.<br/><br/>It wasn't until my best friend, who has remarkably similar taste in books as me, told me I *NEEDED* to read The Hunger Games, that I decided to give it a try. I've been hooked ever since, and I can't wait to see the movie March 23rd!<br/><br/>The characters are well-developed and the whole idea of the book is incredibly unique. I recommend this book to everyone I know.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OD5T9KFQJI9T?ASIN=0439023521	Brilliant!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I stumbled upon this book in my search for novels that feature strong heroines, Katniss fits the bill (at least in this book). The author does an incredible job building a world so different and yet so similar to our own, you can easily see it being the future of our very own country. It's thought provoking on many levels and enticing. I couldn't put it down and finished it in less then 24 hours, it made me eager for more at the turn of every page. This is probably one of my favorite books of all time now! I will say the rest of the trilogy, especially the ending, is a bit disappointing. After this first book I had my hopes so high for the rest of the books but was left a bit disheartened to say the least. Never the less, this first book was a stroke of brilliance and I will be eager to see the movies take on it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFVL06XXGB4DB?ASIN=0439023521	A brisk and crackling good yarn	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins' did a really masterful job crafting a post-apocalyptic tale geared toward teens that is every bit good enough to hold up to adult approval.<br/><br/>In ""The Hunger Games"" we are introduced to a 16 year old, plucky, protagonist - Katniss and her tale of survival as she is placed in the spotlight fighting for life in a Reality TV'esque survival show.  Collins does a great job placing Katniss in a plethora of creatively cruel situations and how our heroinne overcomes them makes for a great brisk read that will surprise you at how fast you're turning the pages.<br/><br/>While the overall tone of this book borders on 'pulpy,' if you enjoy such near sci-fi, dystopic settings not to mention some great action set pieces ""The Hunger Games"" makes for an entertaining read.  Perfect actually for a summertime beach read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RG938O9N6D5H8?ASIN=0439023521	A unique and thrilling vision!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is not often that I don't love the main character and yet feel so attached to her.  In The Hunger Games, Katniss Everdeen is strong, intelligent individual and sometimes that is somewhat off-putting.  But in her world, there is no room for sentimental feelings.  She is a survivor for herself and for her family.<br/><br/>I found the story fascinating and compelling.  I turned the page faster and faster as I read on, desperate to find out how the story would end.  The characters are believable.<br/><br/>The only thing I did not enjoy was the writing style.  To me, it was choppy and difficult to read at times.  I found myself reading one sentence three times before I understood the meaning.  I would have rated the book 4.5 stars, but since I couldn't, I rounded up.  Overall, I thought it was quite brilliant!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHT1I7PM37ZWJ?ASIN=0439023521	Not worthy of the hype	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The only reason I read this book was so I could get dragged to the movie, and to possibly understand what all the *squee Katniss* hype was all about.<br/><br/>About a third of the way into the book, I was ready to not read the next one. This book didn't live up to any of what I perceived as hype about it.<br/><br/>For a supposedly violent book, there was surprisingly little of it. Okay, there were a couple of graphic scenes, but they were few and far between.<br/><br/>For a strong female lead, she spent a good amount of time generally being non-participatory in the story. (Here we see Katniss hiding in a tree... And now she's hunting for food... And now she's hiding in a cave...etc)<br/><br/>For a book about the Hunger Games, there was a whole lot of Hunger and very little Games. (See above two points.)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IE379BRPZX8F?ASIN=0439023521	EXCITING!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">""Exciting"" is the best word I can use to describe this book.  I could not put it down until I finished it.  Don't let the fact that it is technically a ""young adult"" novel deter you.  As a 20-something who dislikes young adult fiction, I was hesitant to read this book.  However, once I started, I couldn't stop.  Though the prose is a little juvenile and choppy (e.g. the characters say exactly what they are thinking/doing), the overall theme and story is exciting enough to keep anyone of any age hooked.  Just a warning, the book is all about violence and teenagers being forced to kill each other to survive.  There are also some graphic descriptions at certain points (though tame compared to today's standards), so be wary if you are letting a child read this.  Overall, great book that I would recommend to anyone.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R193AB3M5PYJ0Y?ASIN=0439023521	movie suxed, book was EXCELLENT	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you watched the movie and thought it was okay, read the book, it is brilliant. the movie barely touches on the plot. Don't get me wrong, I think the actors were pretty and did okay - and personally I love Donald Sutherland. he's got the sexiest voice. if I could have him as my satnav voice i'd be forever in my car driving around - but I feel the movie would have been truer to the book if it were handled by Peter Jackson of ""lord of the rings"" fame who did a brilliant book to movie adaption. in the movie, it looked although Peeta was faking his feelings to get through the games. the book was far better. when I finished reading this book, I went straight to amazon and bought the other two books and was not disappointed in the whole trilogy. can't wait to read it again... and again... and again...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JXNSTB4PAS6Y?ASIN=0439023521	great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I think I was one of the last people to jump on the ""Hunger Games"" train. I heard mixed reviews and didn't want to waste time on books I thought sounded boring. I also heard the end of the saga was less than awesome. I finally gave in after being dragged to the first movie. Once I picked them up I read all three in three days! I couldn't put them down and I was literally upset there were only 3! They are some of the best books I think I have ever read. They have a wonderful story line, beautifully painted characters, I love the love story/triangle dynamic. I had heard the ending of the trilogy was terrible, which was a huge reason it took me so long to read them. I disagree fully. The end was perfect, maybe a little short. I think it was wrapped up in about 2 pages, so abrupt, yes, but absolutely perfect!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NLB2B4T60KGP?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Was in my break room at work when I saw this book being read by one of my co-workers. They said it was absolutely amazing and I figured I'd give it a try since the title looked engaging. Sure enough! I got home and I downloaded it straight to my Kindle and read through the night. In 2 days I finished this amazing and well written book and in a week I finished the whole series. For the next month this series was in my head. I just couldnt stop thinking about the characters and the plot and how if at all possible it could have gotten anymore interesting. Unfortunately I see that Hollywood couldnt keep their greedy little paws off it, and soon the ignorant masses will be swarming to see this in theatres. But good for those of us who have read it- it cant be ruined in our minds, and will remain a great book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DGVUDFRKCQRF?ASIN=0439023521	Great read, even for grown men	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Having read this as a man in his mid 20s, mostly on a whim, I wasn't expecting to be enthralled by what I suspected to be a book written for teenage tomboys. I was wrong.<br/>OK, I wasn't wrong about it being aimed at teenage tomboys with a penchant for a bit of teen romance, but that's a relatively small part of the story that just creeps in in bits and pieces. Really, this is a great action novel that tackles themes that most authors wouldn't attempt to tackle when writing for young adults. Not only that, but it tackles these themes in a very effective and easy-to-read manner.<br/>The Hunger Games may not find a permanent place on my top bookshelf, but I wholeheartedly recommend it to anyone looking for an intelligent action novel, and anyone looking to find out what the kids are reading about today!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BZU6QME87DV6?ASIN=0439023521	Excellently Rendered	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is a dystopian novel about a girl named Katniss who in order to save her young sister Primrose from certain demise volunteers to compete in the 74th annual Hunger Games. This event is held each year to demonstrate the capitol's power over the twelve districts by choosing two tributes from each district to fight to the death for fame and wealth. Katniss is from district 12 where a tribute has not won for decades.<br/><br/>What could have been another adequate and typical story about rebellion and an unfair government is exciting and fresh in author Suzanne Collins' hands. Her protagonist Katniss is highly developed and her storytelling is top notch. Each moment is important for moving the story along which keeps the reader engaged at all times. I couldn't wait to read the second book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQ606P4IV9GKT?ASIN=0439023521	written really well	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I admit, I did not read or see this movie when it was popular. I couldn't get over  the premise of kids killing each other. I assumed it took place in an arena with fans cheering them on to the death, like in roman times when they battled barbarically in arenas. It seemed so awful  I couldn't believe everyone was infatuated with this story. In 2014, I finally watched the movie. I was entranced, it was so good! I watched all three and then decided to read the books expecting tons more 'background' details. There is a little bit more info in the books than the movies, but what surprised me the most was how extremely close to the book the movie actually was! Usually that's not the case. The book was written really well and it was super good. Not gory , like I expected the story to be. It was really good.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2A7X02R3FMR9K?ASIN=0439023521	Slow starter becomes riveting!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I admit when I picked up this book it was just for my book club and I didn't even care that there were two other books in the series.  A quarter into the book and it became really good and I enjoyed reading.  After about half way, I could read the book while on the elliptical and not even notice I was working out.  The last night I read it, I read almost 4 hours straight just to finish it and once I was done i dropped it on the ground.  I was upset because now I needed to get the other two books!<br/><br/>A good story that is very suspenseful and makes you look at our society a litte different.  It definately has characters you can connect to and shows some morals and values.<br/><br/>I thought it was a great book, I heard a rumor of a movie, and I am ordering the 2nd book tonight so I can't wait for all of it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39IIKF9YDXGZX?ASIN=0439023521	Captivating story, from an adult perspective	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought this book because it was really cheap on Kindle in the months preceding the movie release. I ended up blowing through all three books in less than a month - and that's with working full time and taking care of a family and household. I started reading it expecting it to be tween-level fiction. It wasn't. Not every adult will like it, but it was a solid story with interesting characters and an actual meaning that adults and teens alike can appreciate. It's not like Twilight and other teen-targeted fiction that is filled with self-absorbed characters. The characters are very much fighting for a worthy cause. It's about the chasm between the haves and the have-nots, with a corrupt government making sure that gap does not close. So essentially it's an allegory about [insert country name here].</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R324LKD8GMFZK3?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Overall, my favorite book series has been the Hunger Games. Suzanne Collins takes you to Panem, a country that emerged out of war. There are 12 districts  no, as during the Dark Ages, 13 was destroyed for rebelling against the evil Capitol. The Capitol wants to make the districts sorry that they ever rebelled, so they put up the Hunger Games. Districts 1-12  must send in one male and female tribute to fight to death on live TV. And only one tribute can get out alive for the Capitol's amusement. Join Katniss Everdeen, who has been determined to feed her mother and sister, Prim. Who she is fiercely protective of. And it's Prim's first year in the Reaping. District twelve hasn't had a winner since the 50 Hunger Games. The 74th Hunger Games tribute is...Primrose Everdeen. The Hunger Games have begun...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3H4QV5LUTKKQB?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought this book for my tablet and read it in about 3 days.  Its a new spin on the future of the human race.  The people are oppressed but there is no lack of human spirit.  The main character, Katniss, is a fighter who has overcome many obstacles in her short life.  While Katniss is indifferent and skeptical the other main character in the book, Peeta, is charismatic and warm.  You fall in love with him immediately.  I enjoyed each and every character in the book and the descriptions of everything, right down to the clothing, was amazing.  The author's creativity with the futuristic aspects were intriguing.  I loved reading Katniss' thought processes and made me think about my own survivor instincts while she was struggling through the games.  You become the biggest fan and hunger for a victory!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10V2S5Y7YRF1B?ASIN=0439023521	Creative and Imaginary Future World	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">With nearly two thousand reviews posted, (all of which I have not read) I find that a lengthy exposition of this story is not needed.  It is wonderfully written, (First Person, Present Tense takes getting used to at first) and compelling in storyline and characters.  I found only one flaw, from my perspective, in the whole plot: young Katniss, the protagonist, has a bit of an advanced vocabulary for a sixteen year old, uneducated girl from what was once a poor mining community.  In First Person Present, we only hear the voice and thoughs of the primary character, hence the entirety of the author's writing needs to be attributed to Katniss Everdeen, the main character.<br/><br/>Very enjoyable read and I followed immediately (as did thousands of others) with the next two books in the series.<br/><br/>Gordon Ryan</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RI8VN055Z1GO5?ASIN=0439023521	An amazing story with amazing characters	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I want to start off by saying this, i love this book!!!!! i first read this book for a book report last year. i remember the times when i absolutly had to put the book down, when i ate, when i slept, and during school i felt a longing to read more. now as i read it again a year later i feel the same way...like i just have to finish it. i can compare this only to when i started reading harry potter. very few things give me that feeling and the ones that do usally stick with me.<br/><br/>Another thing about this book is the characters. suzanne collins makes it so easy to fall in love with characters after just one page. this book is one that will fill you with a need for more. it will make you laugh,cry,and really feel for the characters.<br/><br/>so if your looking for a quick good read the hunger games is a must</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RI9VCWPXR1UDD?ASIN=0439023521	the hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am 51 and I liked the Hunger Games, though I know it is written for teens. It is the best of the trilogy, be warned. I did also like Catching Fire. Mockingjay, the 3rd book, was more disappointing. There are obvious flaws in the trilogy, like Katniss seeming to go through a personality change unrelated to the story (the games). It comes off as a error in the writing and I personally would have rather seen her come out as a stronger female character in the end. Other flaws seemed to be the author's limited imagination, it is hard to see a future where there are hovercraft and cures for major injuries, yet a coal mine is still a necessity. I'm not saying I didn't like the book. I did think it was a good idea for a book, just maybe could have been more continuity, worked out the inconsistencies.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33ZAY1SRL3KG4?ASIN=0439023521	Gripping	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">From cover to cover you are entertained by the complax personality of Katniss and her struggle to find herself while taking care of everyone she loves. As her situation becomes harder she confuses herself with all of the parts she needs to play not only for her own survival, but for her own emotional well-being. It is one of the best books I have read and it also left me questioning what I would do, given the same situations. There are so many intertwined themes and topics that intermingled as well. Society vs. the individual good, the role of the media, the impact of fashion, governments role and controls, and the individual family unit. There is no clear cut black and white, good or bad, this book lives in the gray area and that is why it is so compelling. I'm so excited about the next two!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ETMV8V7X5MYT?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was excited to read Hunger Games because the plot was intriguing. North America is split into fenced off districts with little food and a large number of people dying of hunger. Outside the districts there are supposed to be dangerous creatures. They were mentioned off and on and never really explained. I'm assuming they are genetic hybrids/mutations of animals. Each year the government selects one boy and one girl from each of the 12 districts and sends them to the wilderness to kill each other. The survivor's district gets a little more food for the next year. I enjoyed learning about all of this in part one of the book, I enjoyed the preparations for the games, and watching Katniss fend for herself in part two of the book. Unfortunately, around part three things get stale. Katniss spends most of her time sitting around thinking, not really in any danger. Her companion from district 12 is whiny and a bit irritating, but I don't blame him for what happens in the end (no spoilers). It's hard to really like Katniss, she is scrappy and tough, which is commendable and understandable, but I never got much more than that out of her. She can be petty and immature, as is expected from someone her age, but again I don't see more than that. She lacks a bit of depth. The romance is pretty bad and the ending was abrupt, but predictable. Truthfully, we expect the main character to win the games. How could this be a first person series if she didn't? I guess I expected more than a Man Vs. Wild episode, but that's what this book felt like. I was bored various times, and didn't enjoy the ending of the novel at all. Hunger Games didn't live up to all the hype for me.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13K5L9CZWCYF7?ASIN=0439023521	Brutally Heart-Racing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book.<br/><br/>I finally caved into the pressure of the hype, since everyone is obsessed with the film's release. I figured that it wouldn't do any harm to give this book a shot, despite my usual disappointment with overly publicized books.<br/><br/>With all that said, I couldn't put this down. I quickly found myself emotionally invested in certain characters, cheering for them to survive. I loved that Katniss had no real romance triangle like so many YA books do lately. I loved the amount of violence and action that had my heart racing. I loved the overwhelming sense of sadness and haunting that carried through this novel. Did I mention that I loved this book?<br/><br/>The book ended too quickly, but I am eager to read the next installment of this enthralling story.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6Q459ZGGFENL?ASIN=0439023521	Surprisingly lived up to the hype	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I finally read this book after the 10th person mentioned to me how great it was.  I was reluctant because it didn't sound like my genre, not really one into futuristic or fantasy books.  Didn't get into the twilight at all or harry potter either.  I'm older than the target ago group, etc.  And I was skeptical could it really be that good, but I was pleasantly surprised. The writing is great and you instantly care for these characters and want to find out what happens to them.  Some bits were a bit out there for me (not to give things away but some of the creatures that attack were a little weird to me) but as a whole the book was quite well done and couldn't wait to read books 2 and 3.  They were all good, although the 3rd one was a little bit of a let down. Books 1 and 2 were awesome.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PBWAMX0G4N8Y?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is amazing, and I would like to recommend this book to everyone, but it is a little gory so it is not for kids</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNNPOKSKL0C2W?ASIN=0439023521	A Great Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had to read this to see what the hype was about.  For teens or tweens I can see why they love it.  As an adult reader I immediately caught on the nods to the the short story The Lottery, the TV show Survivor and the classic film Gladiator.  Most young people wont see the connection. Still the Hunger Games creates a dystopic world where the US has been divided into districts that produce food and resources for the Capitol.  Residents of the Capitol live a carefree life of ease while the distrcts face starvation and a yearly ritual where two young people from each district  are forced to fight to the death for the Capitol's amusement.  The young girl from District 12 proves to be a survivor and there is some puppy love thrown in.  Read it as it will keep the attention of young and old</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWB2BF5ZS6M6?ASIN=0439023521	"Leaves you ""hungry' for more"	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I read a book I want to escape. The book has to be compelling enough to take me to another realm and return me feeling as though I have been on a vacation. This is one such book. I am dying for the second installment. Set in a modern day tech society there are 12 districts suffering under the weight of the ""Capitol"". The government is quick to take out anyone or district who stands against them. They do not like to be mocked. Hence the demise of the once district 13. As a reminder of who holds the power the capitol instituted an annual game of sport between the competing districts ending with one victor out of 24. Katniss, the leading lady, has been training for this her whole life without ever realizing the days out in the wild hunting would one day save her life. Great book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R236R72MX1NJMM?ASIN=0439023521	best book i've ever read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i dont like reading books but this was a book. i could not it  put down. it had action humor and romance. the book is about this girl who's father dies in a coal mining accident and illegaly hunts to stay alive in the county of panem in the ruins of north america. there are 12 districts in the country. every year as payback for a rebellion the capitol makes 2 tributes one boy one girl to go to an arena to battle to the death which is broad cast on live TV for every one to watch. the main character is not in luck when her younger sister is choosen to go into the games. she throws her little sister back and volunteers to go to the games for her. i thought the first 50 pages of the book were a little slow but after that it got really good. i would recommend this book to every one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16LQJRLSDRPAT?ASIN=0439023521	love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read all the books even got my husband to read them. We went to both of the movies and looking forward to the next one.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10U99SVL37X07?ASIN=0439023521	Captivating, unique, and unexpected	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw this book on the top 10 amazon kindle for a very long time, but every time I read the summary of the book I thought it would be too science fiction for my liking.  Just this past Saturday I made my move to read it and I was captivated from the beginning.  I could have spent all Saturday reading this book, but as a mother of a 4 year old other priorities took precedence.  Either way I finished reading it on Monday - the flow was non stop, and action kept coming.  Even though it is about kids fighting against each to the death<br/>, the story focus on survival.<br/><br/>The main charatcter - she is a thinker and brave, you can't help but like her.<br/><br/>This is going to become one of my highly recommended books to all.  If you have been hesitating read it - I can't wait to read book 2.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUYBTNH0TGGP3?ASIN=0439023521	Surprising	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As a 47 year old male, I'm probably not the typical target audience for this book.  My daughter has mentioned it and I thought I would review it before I allowed her to read it.  I think maybe she needs to be a little older first.  However, none of that stopped me from enjoying the book immensely.  I guess I had expected something maybe a little juvenile or sappy and was very surprised instead. The story is very fast paced and the action is rather vivid.  The violence is presented in a very matter of fact way rather than glorified. Katniss is more mature than her age but considering her environment and role growing up it is very believable.  The first person narrative took a bit of getting used to but then I mostly read non-fiction and historical fiction. I will read the next.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UNZ8QO8WMXOE?ASIN=0439023521	Love it... yet left me raw	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As a grown man it's been decades since I cried while reading a book, which is why I love and hate this book for making me mourn for a FICTIONAL character! Catching Fire (next in the series) was good (4 stars), but Mockingjay (last in the series) was a let down, especially due to the anti-climatic ending and also because of the senseless death of anyone dear to the protagonist...and to the reader.<br/><br/>Parental review: I let my 12 year-old daughter read this book after I read it, but rather than be crushed or dismayed by what happened throughout the story, she seemed a bit oblivious, almost as if it were over her head. I'm pretty sure I would not let &lt;13 read the next book, and definitely not the last one in the series, with each sequel becoming more morbid than the last one.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RY7DH6GVJ61AU?ASIN=0439023521	Suspenseful, but sometimes lacking...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have heard so much about this book that I was finally able to read it. Beyond being totally brutal I felt like some chapters I had to hurry up and read just to get through it. I enjoyed the book but there were a lot of slow parts. Reading this book you do start to grow a hate for the ""Capitol"". It is unfair how they treat these children and the children literally have no say. Once I started comparing this book to reality and seeing it in a 3-Dimensional state, it really is amazing and sadly true. I guess the reason I didn't like some of the parts is because I didn't want to admit that the world can really be that ugly. Great comparisons in a ""fictional world""! Also a great choice if you liked the Harry Potter or Twilight series and are looking for a new series to read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RI5KENCCL7U1H?ASIN=0439023521	Absolutely Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Totally great book. I got the first book for free with amazon prime. I read it in 1 day because I just couldn't put it down. This book really isn't just for young adults I am a father and absolutely thought this book was great. When i finished this book first thing the next morning I bought the second book. In the end I read the trilogy in just 3 days because I really could not bring myself to put it down. It is a little gory at times for younger readers, and some other content like the twisted people in the Capitol is a little offensive to some people. Overall it was a great book and I loved that Collins kept to the story in the 3rd book and didn't ruin the series by making it some sappy teen love story.<br/><br/>I can't wait to see if the movie(s) can come close to the books.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Z4G5BLXPJCLH?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful and Exciting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After fighting against reading the book for weeks I finally gave in and to my surprise I LOVED IT!!! The book was all but boring. There was a ton or diversity and the way that Mrs Collins had so many characters that were completely different but at the same time so much alike. Everytime you thought you knew what was going to happen there would be a twist. Just when you thought it was all over something would change. It was an emotional and suspenseful book full of details and excitement.<br/>Katniss seems to be a character that you love and hate all at the same time. There are so many conflicting thoughts and emotions when dealing with the her and the other characters of this book. In my opinon it is a fascinating way to entertain and keep your readers on their toes!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LD9PQ8W8NIQQ?ASIN=0439023521	Very entertaining book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book in about a week.  It was an entertaining read and had a cool idea behind it, but overall the writing wasn't my favorite.  It was a lot of description, and talking about the action scenes in the book which made it sort of dry.  I would have liked it if the author had made the story feel more personal between characters and if it had been less about the action scenes and describing them.  It was however an entertaining read and the size of the book was perfect for a slow read throughout the week.  I've seen the movie and i think it did the book justice, the action scenes played out better on screen than they did in writing in my opinion.  I thought that it had a good premise and the life-and-death struggle made it exciting, but the writing was average.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3W53OHF8HM3O2?ASIN=0439023521	Must read trilogy as a whole!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I chose HG after an avid reader told me she couldn't put the trilogy down.  This book started very slow and continued to be slow and redundant, until the last 20ish pages.  But... having said that... I zipped through the entire trilogy in 3 days.  Once I was finished with HG, I could not stop until I had read the entire series.  And I'm glad I did.  Many other reviewers praise it more eloquently than I.  But what I wanted most to do, was encourage everyone to stick with it.  The themes are worth conversation.  To me, this is the anti-twilight in that the protagonist doesn't sit around pining for her true love.  She is a hard worker, hunting and providing for her family, and can kill when necessary.  I'm thrilled to have found a non-gender-specific book for tweens.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRO9UK7B4VJNO?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When this book was forced on me by a friend I was nervous it was going to be some dreadful twitard rubbish so I ignored it for as long as I could before I finally succumbed to her incessant wheedling and read it. From the first page I didn't come up for air until I finished it. The Hunger games were a bit reminiscent of Battle Royale, Mad Max, The Road and even Vampire Hunter D. Yet very much it's own unique story. If you're a fan of semi-post apocalyptic sci-fi you'll have a hard time putting this book down. If you weren't previously a fan of the genre this book might just be the one to change your mind. Extremely easy to read, moves at a smooth exciting pace. Suzanne Collins creates a vivid and terrifying future that it is easy to imagine awaits us all. Yikes!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16QVON6W7FSRW?ASIN=0439023521	Deep Stuff to Think About	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So much has been said and written about this series of books, and that is a good thing. It is more than an easy to read YA fiction series, it should prompt real discussion about what can happen in a society where the haves and have nots are caught in a relationship that only benefits one party. The movies are awesome as well, but if you are a fan of the movies, you owe it to yourself to read the books and delve even deeper into Collin's post-apocalyptic world where children prey on each other in front of a whole nation as a way to entertain and in some ways enslave. Deep stuff to think about; it takes reality TV to its extreme, and I think we can all recognize the possibility that something like this is not impossible in a detached, entertainment hungry society.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQNCIHK59NO9B?ASIN=0439023521	Yes and No	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is definitely a novel with a brilliant concept and a somewhat frightening view of what could happen if a government has complete and utter control over its citizens. However, I don't think I would have missed much by not reading this book. Katniss is a horrible protagonist. Period. From somewhat early on in the book, I knew that I didn't care for her, but as the novel progressed, I came to despise her. I can't quite put my finger on why without giving away the book, so that is all I will say about it for now. Suzanne Collins gave me a main character that I hate and a book that could have been so much more. I'm giving it three stars because the concept is cool, and if the main character was not so unlikable, I probably would have loved this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HVLDMG0Y9JEA?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Im Evelyn and Im ten years of age. When I first heard of the Hunger Games I had no idea what is was about...just the fact that it is extremely famous.<br/>  I have read all 3 books and I loved them to death. The way Collins writes its astounding..she makes you care for the characters.<br/>  This serious belongs on the same line as Harry Potter..in my case the best series ever made. I am a writer and you need to realize how hard it is to find an idea as brilliant. Thats why I love it so much.<br/>  I wish I could comment alot on the characters..like The Star Crossed Lovers From District 12. Peeta and Katniss seem like a great couple..but surprises happen.<br/>  .SPOILER.<br/>Sort of how Peeta strangled Katniss in the 3rd book. No one could of expected that.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SE6PYL3AKURW?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is awesome:) so is the movie:) so is Suzanne Collins:) she's an awesome writer:) i really love this book:)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QQ7IEZQ3JIX0?ASIN=0439023521	Very good for a book written for adolescents.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was talked into reading this book by my 12 year old son. I told him that I wouldn't watch the movie until after I read the book. Needless to say, I delayed to long, and he and my wife wound up seeing the movie together. It wasn't until I saw the preview for Catching Fire while at the movies to see Superman, that my interest was renewed in the saga.<br/>Overall, I would highly recommend this book. It was definitely written as a book geared towards teenagers, and there were parts that were just way too far fetched for my liking. I'd say that's it's really hard for me to give a completely objective review given the fact that I know that there was another one coming and knew in advance about the development of the core characters.  Definitely worth the read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RPU142SUG2NA?ASIN=0439023521	Kill or be killed	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've been hearing many good things about The Hunger Games so I decided to have a look, and after a couple of days I couldn't put it down. This dystopian thriller about a group of teenagers battling to the death in an arena where there is only one victor was tense enough until I realized I was reading about my very own worst nightmare. Honestly. Being trapped in an enclosed space and having to kill or be killed with random painful weapons has been a recurring dream of mine since childhood.<br/><br/>It's a good thing that memory didn't keep me from enjoying the story which is well constructed with good character development. This is the first book in a three-part series and I'm looking forward to finding out what eventually happens to Katniss Everdeen and company.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RO7YPMI4SC9CQ?ASIN=0439023521	Despite the hype, liked it.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I found Hunger Games to be an engaging read, I don't read a lot of YA material and this was a pleasant surprise. Ms Collins created a fairly simple and easy to follow distutopian society that is like 21st century United States more than people will be comfortable with. That's a plus in my book. The pacing and details regarding survival, suffering, food, physical trauma etc will be startling to most people in the YA crowd<br/><br/>Saying that, Some of the concepts were kind of over the top and simplistic. The name of the nation, ""Panem"" for example which derives from ""panem et circenses,"" ""bread and Games"" seems a little harsh.<br/><br/>Otherwise and finally, it was an enjoyable read,I'm looking forward to seeing the movie, and reading the other books.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29QCSQIDIZK8D?ASIN=0439023521	didn't want to put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">and THAT is what I look for in books, expecially Trilogy's.  I prefer to read series or trilogy's after most or all of the books are out.  I read pretty fast and feel as if I might knaw my fingernails out waiting for the next book!  I am so glad that I waited until all the books are out for this read.  A nice change from some of the other books but still included what I like most: Adventure, danger and intrigue!  As for the romantic part about it - I liked how the author really took the time to portray the 2 different sides to the emotions.  Wonderful to see that even while your characters are fighting for their lives, literally! Just finished this today and I have loaded the next 2 books into my kindle and CAN'T WAIT to sit down later and start book 2!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RD7K0JPMV2X6D?ASIN=0439023521	RIVETING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Recommended by one of my favorite authors, I was hoping it would as good as she says it was - IT WAS EVEN BETTER!! I am so glad I read this at a time when the following 2 books were available. I burned through Hunger Games in 1 day - it was that good. It's very rare, at least for me, to have a book move me, the story staying with me way after I've read the last page. There was a little bit of everything - mystery/suspense, a love story, politics, action and humor in just the right places. The setting is on the dark side, but fitting for the futuristic storyline. I love how the plot was constantly moving and changed just when I thought it wouldn't - kept me on my toes and glued to story. I dove right into book #2.<br/><br/>I would highly recommend this book!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JROLG0E2LTSJ?ASIN=0439023521	Good Reading and much better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I compare the book a little bit to ""Enders Game"" since in both kids are separated from their parents and siblings and both have to face the struggles of survival in an unfriendly and hostile environment.<br/><br/>I loved the hunger games for it's detailed description of not only the characters but the world itself. The characters are not overdeveloped but relatable enough to care about them. And the environment has a dismal feeling about it that I last felt when reading ""Lord of the rings"" and Forod's time crossing Mordor.<br/><br/>If you like mild SiFi, love well developed environments for the characters and like to be kept on the edge of your seat I can really recommend this book (trilogy).<br/><br/>Have a good (reading) time<br/>René</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RB9W7UO2X5CR4?ASIN=0439023521	i like it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i have recently decided to start reading contemporary young adult (till this day i didn't find any title interesting) and borrowed this from a friend.<br/>i have to admit that i liked it. it's a fine, entertaining book, though it did not leave me impressed enough to read the rest (especially when now i know how the story ends), but i may read the sequels sometime later.<br/>Frankly, i did not like Katniss, but there were other interesting characters and their fates kept me interested. After i read Hunger Games book 1, I watched the movie and liked it, too. as i said, both the book and the movie are entertaining. i won't call this a deep or haunting story, but it does not pretend to be one. Pure entertainment, and i liked it for what it was.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OXCS10U8JQ7X?ASIN=0439023521	Exciting, Engaging, Fun!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Let me start out by saying that I didn't like the Twilight Trilogy. The books were awful and the movies were even worse. And yet, I still felt a pang of envy every time I saw someone get excited over Twilight. I wanted to be able to share in that excitement. I wanted to be excited about a trilogy like these people were. Well now, I am! The Hunger Games is a fantastic book. I read it in one night, didn't sleep at all, and I'm still so happy. I've just started on the second book of the series, Catching Fire, and I'm loving that one as well. I'm so happy to be able to be excited about a Trilogy. I'm excited about the Hunger Games movies to come out. I'm just plan excited about this book. Thank you, Suzanne Collins, for reviving my literary soul!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZKWJ1QGB4TRG?ASIN=0439023521	This trilogy takes you by the mind and doesn't let go	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My best advice to those who haven't yet read the HUNGER GAMES is to buy the trilogy before you start reading.  I absolutely guarantee that once you've finished the first book, you will be scrambling to get your hands on the second and third books as fast as you can.  I have read this book three times and enjoyed it almost as much as the first time.  Not only is the story concept incredible, Suzanne Collins writing skills are what really make these books sing.  And Collins has got Katniss in hot water at every turn, so you can't help but burn through the pages like a hungry kid at the snack bar.  All I can say is I wish there were a way for Suzanne to have kept the HG series going in perpetuity because I'm said to have finished them already.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBL1JVUW9NZDD?ASIN=0439023521	Most addicting book I have ever read!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The hunger games, the first book in the series, is a great and addicting read. From the very first page I was enthralled with the style of writing and how interesting district 12 was. The book itself is around 300 pages, but it is a very fast read because it is just so addicting and is what I like to call a page turner, you'll find yourself wanting to read chapter after chapter because you want to know what happens to the main character(s). The story is told from the narrative of Katniss, the main character, and we get to see the world of Panam and District 12 through her eyes. This a book I would highly recommend, it's a cross between 1984 and running man. Very fun, but brutal, and you will care about the characters by the end of the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23DEXAGC8DA35?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book for two purposes--I teach 7th grade and several students were reading it and on the recommendation of a friend.  IT was fabulous!  I could not put it down!  It had me anxious to go to the next page at every turn of the book.  it is well written, (certainly on a level that adults would read also).  I loved the character developments and the suspense.  I would tell anyone that likes to read to read it quickly--before the movie arrives in March.  I knew this was part of a trilogy so I had ordered all 3 books.  Book two is just as good and picks up exactly where book one ended.  I also give it rave reviews.  The third book (not quite done with it yet) is not as good of a read but I will wait to comment till i have finished it.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R80OO1OTPNF3S?ASIN=0439023521	Great book, but parents please read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this book.  It has many of the hallmarks I look for in a book: engaging characters, interesting plot and most importantly, it makes you think long after you've set the book down.  That said, I would not recommend this book for kids.  The moral/ethical issues raised in this book left me (a 31 year old) thinking and dreaming about the book for several nights.  Obviously, it's a parent's decision what their child should read, but I highly recommend reading it yourself before deciding whether you add it to your child's reading list.  The good news is an adult is very likely to enjoy it.  The premise of characters between the ages of 12 and 18 being forced to fight to death in order to survive is not for the faint of heart.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R142976QSAUGVW?ASIN=0439023521	A Herculean myth set in a dystopic future:	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have to add to the chorus of admirers for this terse, vivid, finely drawn story. The gritty Katniss character has already leapt into immortality, seemingly overnight, even before the film, which I watched a year before I picked up the book. I wondered if I would be disappointed. Written in a spare prose with an economy that is Hemingwayesque (in a good way), I found myself engrossed in this skillfully paced saga. Is it a thriller? An allegory? A coming-of-age story? A Herculean myth, or a social critique, set in a dystopic future? A feminist-Boadicea-warrior-princess saga? I couldn't decide. But as someone who wrote a dense, heavily researched nonfiction book about a famous painting stolen by the Nazis, I found this smart book riveting.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GRPFB6THXA17?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was just like Stephen King, I couldn't stop reading!  There is so much in this short novel, its stunning.  Katniss is an amazing character, who definitely has her faults but whom you can't help rooting for.  She is the typical American rebellion, but also picks her battles. Her main focus is survival for herself and her sister.  Love doesn't seem to even occur to her until very late in the game.  I loved the realism in this, I think the ""tributes"" (contestants) are very realistic, and if you threw 24 teenagers into a pit and told them the last man standing is the winner, the events in the book wouldn't be far off!  At times sick and sadistic, and other times hopeful and heartwarming, I definitely recommend this read!  5 stars from me!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BPPAB67WQJ72?ASIN=0439023521	Love this Book...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't know why but from a couple things I saw I never thought this would be the type of story I would like.  Then it seem like all I heard was people talking about it and how good it was and they were excited about and they were excited about the third movie coming out.  I finished a book I was reading on my kindle and I thought what the heck I will download this book and see what all the hub bub is about. Oh man it is wonderful.  I couldn't stop reading it. I flew through the book and am not on the second looking forward to the third so I can go see the movies.  I may be a little late . Way behind others but I am so glad I decided to check it out.  It is one of the best books I have ever read.  I am so glad I didn't miss out on this.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2839DDMQV8GUT?ASIN=0439023521	Wow! Just Wow!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">All I can say is wow! After struggling through Narnia, I needed something that was a bit of a quicker read, and wasn't disappointed with The Hunger Games. I tore through it in about a day and a half. It also kept me awake long after I put it down last night. It has moments of terrible death and murder, along with sweet moments and acts of heroism. I struggle a bit with it being called a kid's book. Collins didn't pull many punches when it came to killing off little kids, but she sure kept me glued to the pages. And of course this is the first in a series, so I have to immediately jump into the next one because she left an awful lot of questions unanswered. The Hunger Games easily stands as one of my top reads for the past six months.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7TNN91PSD0V9?ASIN=0439023521	Love this book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I resisted being drawn into this series for a while, but I saw the movie when it came out, loved it, bought the book, and loved it.  Many reviews already talk about the plot and really unless you've been living under a rock you know people are being killed in The Hunger Games.  Nevertheless, why I like this book is that it's pretty original, has a very strong heroine who not only tries to fight for what's right but also struggles with the concept of what is right, and has a fast paced story-line and well-constructed world by Suzanne Collins.<br/>I love this series, can't wait for the next movie to come out, and would definitely recommend buying The Hunger Games if you're hesitating over whether it's worth it or not.  Because it is.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FVHYWZI0XWII?ASIN=0439023521	wow.  wow.  wow.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this is not typically my genre of choice... AT ALL.  but i overheard someone speaking about MOCKINGJAY and it peaked my interest.  upon investigation, i found out that THE HUNGER GAMES was the first of a trilogy, borrowed it from a friend, and after the first few pages, i had difficulty putting it down.  it reminds me of a cross between shirley jackson's THE LOTTERY, the popular t.v. series LOST, and william golding's  LORD OF THE FLIES.  it is a clever story that makes you think beyond the last page.  and having stumbled upon this so late, it is sheer joy that i do not have to wait another year for the next book to come out.  i have already started.  just another life lesson... try something new.  you never know until you try it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBZY1KILQ7PL?ASIN=0439023521	What a Ride	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow. I was absolutely blown away with this book. I could not put it down -- literally; I read the whole novel in one sitting.<br/><br/>Collins successfully draws out the most human elements in every situation portrayed in the book. Everything comes across easily and vividly. The characters, setting, story, message -- every facet of the work is magnificent.<br/><br/>Though not an arduous read (and I was at first skeptical because of how easily I breezed through the pages), The Hunger Games is an engrossing tale wrapped around a profound commentary about society.<br/><br/>I highly suggest picking up this book.<br/><br/>PS The hardcover has a beautiful embossing of a mockingjay on the front, which was a nice surprised. I am a big fan of fine-looking books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TOD5C9I5847Z?ASIN=0439023521	Such a great story.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this book. I began reading it after seeing the first movie because I kept hearing from others how much better the books were then the movies. They were definitely right. Don't get me wrong, I love the movies. But the books give so much more  description and detail that the  movies didn't and couldn't possibly capture in the short time allowed. I can't wait to continue reading the next book and then the third.<br/><br/>I have to say that while I really liked Katniss's character, my favorite by the end was Peeta. And it broke my heart when he realized that her feelings for him were an act. I will be reading the next two books in hopes that she realizes what a great guy he is and hopefully returns his feelings.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1THZLGQ1229DZ?ASIN=0439023521	Bought in anticipation of the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I decided to buy the book after seeing the theatrical trailer for the movie. Now I'm not sure if I'll even go see it in the cinema. Don't get me wrong - the book is amazing - but I'm afraid whatever they put on screen won't be able to measure up to it.<br/><br/>The storyline is amazing, but I'm not sure if the pacing would translate well into a movie. The same goes for the in-depth character development. How can you really communicate the background story of the main characters in some trailer-driven 90 minutes?<br/><br/>Suzanne Collins is without doubt a unique and talented writer, bringing some fresh wind through the genre with the start of this trilogy. If there's one thing to criticize though it's the naming choices. Minor point though.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R77CIT1H92Z2O?ASIN=0439023521	I.LOVE.Peeta Mellark!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Before reading this book I had a handful of people tell me how good this book was and how they couldn't put it down once they began reading it and if you have people telling you the same thing TRUST them...there were nights I had only a few hours of sleep b/c I could not put it down.  I love it when you start reading a book and you don't want to put it down and at the same time don't want to finish it b/c you want it to never end.  This book grabbed me from the first chapter and from then until the last sentence it was sweet satisfaction.  I am about to download Catching Fire b/c I cannot wait until Monday to borrow it from the same person that lent me The Hunger Games...I.WANT.IT.NOW.  ENJOY!!  You will not be disappointed.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BY79YPA4WM5V?ASIN=0439023521	Very Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I noticed the novel to be well crafted having a wonderful pacing. There may be a lot of physical violence within, however, not so ostentatious they can be drawing attention. Romantic scenarios are generally sparingly created so they won't end up being way too embarassing (one thing I tremendously treasured as a father!!) The rage versus the program theme is definitely common enough to get noticable, yet not as overbearing as they point out...<br/><br/>On the whole, My partner and I strongly recommend this particular book for the children from 12 up. The conclusion turns me to think that this is going to be a series. I actually imagine I will probably be pre-ordering the moment it really is accessible. Congratulation Ms. Collins!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NQGHPO4TRNHO?ASIN=0439023521	kid	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">as a kid i thought it would be good because everybody at my school was raving about it and i couldn't help but try it left me crying for an hour when people i connected to got hurt and died but i think that it might be a little to emotional and sad. now i thought it was awesome but when you think about it it's pretty sad and i wouldn't<br/>recomend it for kids until they're older because it's hard to deal with that people you love or know die i couldn't deal with the fact about a lot of people die. i thought it was happy that the lovebirds made it back but a lot of other's died.<br/><br/>it should have an equal part of makeup for the sad part.<br/>so the kids that read this should be prepared for the people who die.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AF7COCSADVZ8?ASIN=0439023521	Warning, you will not be able to put this book down...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is easy to read and the story is original, and captivating from the first page to the end... and of course makes you want to read the next book.  The characters, and the environement where the story takes place is very well described. It seems real enough. I like how the author doesn't take the readers for fools, I was surprised by some of the events in this book. Of course some of it is predictable but still leaves me want to know more. I already recommended this book to all of my friends and have purchased the next one.<br/><br/>On a sidenote, I am very excited for the movie coming out in march 2012... hopefully the book will be well reflected.  I already like the choice of actors so I think I wont be disapointed.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OVG9LSGKL3BU?ASIN=0439023521	amazing book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">There are no words to describe this book! No way to capture just how amazing it is.<br/><br/>This book is so unlike anything else I have read, it is so powerful and gripping and incredible in every sense of the word.<br/><br/>Katniss truly is the girl on fire. She is powerful and strong and a survivor. I admire her so much (even though she can be annoyingly dense at times)<br/><br/>This book had me crying, gasping, and gaping in amazement. I could not put it down!<br/><br/>Peeta is adorable, and I want to punch Katniss for how dense she is and hurting him at the end. I cannot wait to see how their relationship develops in the next book.<br/><br/>This book makes you think, and you get lost in its world. Suzanne collins paints such a detailed picture. I just finished the book and I want to pick it right back up and start it over again. That is how much I am in love with the hunger games.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VZN6BIO32ZE9?ASIN=0439023521	:)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was, I must admit, skeptical from the very beginning. I'm not usually one into the latest things and only eventually read the Hunger Games after picking it up at the library.<br/>Forget twilight, forget Harry Potter. It's the Hunger Games all the way!<br/>Maybe the reason I'm drawn to this book so much is that it's actually, in it's own way, relatable. These are humans who have had their own share of suffering, their own consequences of war. Our history is woven into this book.<br/>Thus, I'm very drawn to these characters, and it's almost as if they are tactile. And while the author's actual writing style is not fleshed out, her story is!<br/>I'm looking forwards to the movie and reading the rest of the series.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2R57UGBI3VV96?ASIN=0439023521	Entertaining, but definitely for younger readers	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this largely based on the number of five star reviews.  I also read it because other reviews said that while it did fall into the ""youth"" or ""young adult"" genre, older adults would enjoy it too.  The concept of the story was entertaining enough, but as others have pointed out, pretty brutal, teenagers forced into a competition where they're forced to kill or be killed.  I did not, however, find the actual death passages to be overly grotesque.  Still, in my opinion this is definitely a book that will appeal much more to younger readers than more adult, mature readers.  While it was a well told story, I personally found the writing to be a bit simplistic, and doubt that I'll be reading the rest of the trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R228S9KQP9U63?ASIN=0439023521	excellent book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought this book was great, it kept me up at night thinking about society and how we act, and having different parts of the book pop in my head and refuse to get out.<br/>One interviewer said something about the 'reality tv' idea not lasting and therefore dating this book, especially once those shows are no longer on our televisions but if you've read Futuretrack Five <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Futuretrack-5/dp/0007126913"">Futuretrack 5</a>by Robert Westall which was written about 25 years ago (I read is as a child and have a copy still) which had a similar reality tv game you realise that this book will become a classic too.<br/>If you love this then read Futuretrack Five, it's an excellent book too with some similar themes but maybe a little less bloody.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGK5TEDTTUJG?ASIN=0439023521	Instant classic for all ages!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What can I say that other have not already said? The book is dark, brutal and full of action and intrigue. The characters are rich and alive, the setting is vividly depicted and the pacing is excellent. If you love dystopian settings, this book and series should be a perfect fit for you.<br/><br/>Don't let the ""teen"" label scare adults away. While it may be easy reading, it isn't dumbed down to a point that you feel your more mature senses are offended. It is written in a simple style but it's also a great story-telling style as well. Adults may even love this one more than the kids and I think this book will go down as an all-time classic. It will be read in classes of ages to come as an example of a great book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUKPVUOOIXAL3?ASIN=0439023521	LOVE IT!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I must say I only turned to The Hunger Games because the Harry Potter series has come to an end. I know many people will be feeling the same way so I wanted to recommend the Hunger Games as an amazing next read. The first book was so additive, I made it through all three in a fortnight!<br/>From a female perspective I enjoyed having someone I could relate to as the main character and being able to hear the thought process of Katniss made the books so more enticing.<br/>From my perspective I can tell the quality of a book by its ability to pull me in to it. When reading The Hunger Games I am there, in the games, which is why I think The Hunger Games Trilogy is a MUST read for anyone who is looking for an escape.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WIVTXTNFJFYP?ASIN=0439023521	Engaging, great pacing, strong characters	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After several different recommendations, I finally picked up ""The Hunger Games."" It has been many years since I've been so swept up in a book that I read it as I'm commuting to work and even walking down the road, but this book had me absolutely mesmerized. The tempo is bang-on, with racing speed and pensive lingering in all the right places. I immediately took a liking to Katniss: strong, independent and flawed. Peeta, while a bit flatter, was charming enough that he grew on me. The plot itself is familiar (maybe even a little played out, if you read a lot of sci fi), but the pacing, the characters and the little flourishes of unique detail made it something special. Overall, an easy, enjoyable and intense read.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28RRL3YT0VVQ1?ASIN=0439023521	Riveting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games grips you right from the beginning. It's like your right there the undeveloped feelings that Katniss had for Gale. Katniss has feelings for Gale and thinks that Peeta is playing his feelings for Katniss in order to win and gain sponsers in the game. The tension and the action are throughout the story it is nonstop.<br/>I recommend this book to all of my friends, and this is definatly a book for both boys and girls. The romance in here is not so overwhelming that it makes you gag it is present but it is just enough. And the action is unbelievable throughout the story it's like your right next to them fighting.<br/>I can' wait to read the rest of the series and hope that everyone else reads it to!!!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MXSN4N70V6MY?ASIN=0439023521	This book got my daughter into reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was desperate to get my twelve year old into reading but she refused every 'tweenage' book I got her. I bought this book as a last ditch effort and it was a winner!  We both thoroughly enjoyed the imaginative plot and the character development. It started out a bit slowly but then the action started to build and didn't stop until the last page.<br/><br/>As I always do, I encouraged my daughter to read the book before watching the movie and for once she did and agreed that the movie was not as satisfying as reading the book.<br/><br/>I have since recommended this book to several friends and colleagues and they have all enjoyed it. I would definitely check out some more of this author's work in the future.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1M4ZTVFT8FTLA?ASIN=0439023521	ADDICTING!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I borrowed this for free so i figured i could see what all the fuss was about without risking anything, and i honestly thought it would be another one of those oversold and overrated flavor of the month kind of things, nothing i would get into.<br/>WRONG!! I found myself lost in a world that can only be described as blunt, hard but not begging for simpathy.The charictors are so deep and, unlike most books, i couldent even compare them to anyone im my life. it was hard to put this book down and when i did all i could think about was what would happen next, how long i would last if it was me in there. i highly recommend this, even if you dont usually agree with the trends. This book will make an impact on you.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PJSTFCZNYMJQ?ASIN=0439023521	Good read... glad it was on e-book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm not much for lengthy reviews.  it was a good book, it entertained, I'm 44 yrs old and still enjoyed it...and i hate teenagers!!!<br/>Anyway, the only thing wrong with it is that it was in kindle format only on the e-book format.<br/>the story is told in 1st person narrrative from a sixteen year old girl's perspective in a post apocalyptic version of a North America that has been split into 13 districts that all are forced to provide for the ""capitol"" district.  As punishment for one of the 13 districts rebelling 75 years ago, the hunger games were created to entertain the capitol residents and to remind the other districts who is in control.  Teenagers will love this book.  As do many adults I suppose.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1P5MGGXBZVXU4?ASIN=0439023521	AmAzInG!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Let me begin be saying that I read this book before of any news about a movie being in production, however, if I were to have read it now, a week before the book is set to be released in theaters, I would think that the hype is still not enough. I have read this book, series actually, several times. I cannot seem to put it down. It is excellent not only for YA readers, but also for adults. I like that it is not a sappy love story even though it is and I love that a male would be as much interested in it as what a female would, even thought the lead character is a female. Please take the time to read this book if you haven't; I assure that the only disappointment that you will find is that the story is over.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21NKIG88A81V0?ASIN=0439023521	Well worth it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't truly know what this book was going to be about, but it was bought for me and I read it. I loved the amount of descriptions in it that really sucked me into the story, wanting to read what happened next. It is a story about a girl named Katniss who lives in District 12, a coal miner part of the country. Each year there are games between the districts where kids between 12-18 are chosen to fight each other to the death. Katniss will be entering these games along with Peeta, a fellow student who is a baker's son. Throughout the book we learn a lot about survival and love. It is quite interesting! I read this book a few years before the movie came out by the way (Yes, book is better than the film).</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GFI73Z84SNCM?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic, engaging read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought this book not really knowing what to expect.  It was on my long list of books to read, and I needed something else for my morning commute, and it was less than $10 for the kindle, so why not?<br/>I could not be more pleased with how surprised I was with how great this book is! I was hooked very quickly, found myself pulling out the kindle to read even while standing up on the train, and got through it in about 4 days, which is pretty impressive since I only have the option to read while on the train, and often don't bother pulling out the kindle.  But for this book, I did, and immediately bought the 2nd book, Catching Fire, and can't put that one down either!  Great book, great characters, read it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1X2Z4LONGXXPY?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Everyone I spoke to who had read these books enjoyed them so much that I had to see for myself what the fuss was all about.  I started by borrowing The Hunger Games from a friend, in case I didn't like them as well as they all seemed to.  After only a few chapters, I was hooked!  I purchased all three books in the series for my Kindle and read them straight through till I was done!  Loved them!!  I highly recommend the series to anyone who enjoys futuristic, young adult adventure.  Even though I'm way past that age group, I could relate to a lot of the story re:  family, friends, loved ones, and fighting for what's right.  Great job by Suzanne Collins.  I look forward to reading more from this author.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24QK1RM61JO3M?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I closed the book, found my car keys, and drove to Barnes &amp; Noble to buy the second part of this trilogy. I couldn't wait for Amazon Prime's two-day shipping; I needed to start the sequel sooner than that.<br/><br/>I had hardly put the book down by the time my wife picked it up. She stayed up until 1 reading it. She loves it. I'm not sure that I'll finish the second book soon enough for her.<br/><br/>Yes, The Hunger Games is in the young adult genre -- Amazon recommends it for Grade 7 and up. Yes, I felt judgmental eyes wondering at my choice in literature as I read on the train. But yes, you will enjoy this book.<br/><br/>Don't assume the popularity is a passing fad. Ms. Collins has written a fantastic tale for all ages.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3G6N5EC5CMDEB?ASIN=0439023521	Worthy to be a classic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">For all the people complaining about it being too disturbing...congratulations on reading a book that's not sugarcoated sunshine.  If a book makes you think, it's done it's job well.  As for being too graphic for YA, I have to disagree there as well...none of the deaths cash on in ""gore factor"" but at the same time capture the sheer brutality of the Games the characters find themselves in.  I felt like this book worked perfectly to set up the setting for the post-apocalyptic world and for the sequels to follow.  I'm eager to find out what happens on a larger politic scale, and follow the characters I'm now invested in as the plots thickens, as it were.  Highly recommend, to YA and adult audiences.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MCL3GZ4WRIIZ?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games Review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I believe this book was very well written.  I loved finishing each chapter and wanting to go to the next just to see what would happen.  I would find myself never being able to put down the book, which usually never happens.  I choose this rating because i honestly couldn't find one thing i did not like about this novel.  The author wrote the main character, Katniss, very beautifully and i love how you can watch her develope the deeper you get into the novel.  I would highly recommend to read this before you see the movie if you have not.  I would recommend it to anyone who loves a good science fiction novel with a plot twist at the end. Happy Hunger Games! And may the odds be ever in your favor!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RU5F81E9QJ5QK?ASIN=0439023521	Eat or Be Eaten	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins, hardcover<br/><br/> Imagine growing up in an environment that suspects you to be enslaved and happy about it, an environment that might send a child off to die for other's amusement. The story starts out in a small poor village. The main character is a 16 old girl that is single handedly supporting her family. The tension begins when she explains The Hunger Games and how the system forces one boy and one girl to enter in to the Games, to fight to the death for the capital's amusement. These fights are not unlike the gladiators' but with children. This book is griping. A climactic story line, you will be glued to the story to the end.<br/><br/>Mrs. Sage's Class<br/><br/>Samuel</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19MTHSSRRV5EY?ASIN=0439023521	The best of the trilogy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When it was announced that Jennifer Lawrence would be starring in the movie franchise, I immediately downloaded ""The Hunger Games"" to my kindle. I fell in love with Lawrence after seeing ""Winter's Bone"" at the theater. Plus, I'd heard great things about this ""Battle Royale""-style book. For a young adult novel, it's surprisingly well written, and I was hooked from the opening chapter. I found Katniss Everdeen to be a compelling, complex character who is deeply flawed and all the more interesting for it. Easily great surface entertainment, I also like the deeper themes the novel introduces: class warfare; suffering as entertainment - this is the epitome of extreme reality TV; personal integrity.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RT0FU3NL9FSPM?ASIN=0439023521	An engaging read from cover to cover	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm reading this trilogy while recovering from an accident. The story line is engaging throughout with a good amount of imagery. I really appreciate a strong female lead who's worth is not defined by whether or not she finds love. She is often conflicted between doing the right thing and self-preservation, as we all our in our lives. Even the silly superficial characters are given compassionate depth that reminds us that each of us are fighting our own battles. All in all, the writing is well-rounded from the plot lines to character depth and development. The films have been done well but reading the books gives a much deeper perspective that will keep you thinking long after the last page.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCHC8DMN11EJA?ASIN=0439023521	Five stars and then some.....	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I heard Rosie O'Donnell mention this book on her show and just had to look into it.  After ordering the book I had second thoughts about my being too old to read it and planned on giving it to my Granddaughter.  When it arrived I just thought I would take a look at the first few pages.  Once I started reading this book I just could not put it down.  My chores didn't get done on time, I stayed up late and just never wanted to put this book down.  I was afraid it was going to be too violent but I was wrong.  I was very pleased that it had such a strong female as the main character.  I can't say enough good things about this book and how well written it is.  After telling my Granddaughter about it (she being 13-I am 70) she is waiting patiently to get it in her hands.  I purchased all three books but have to force myself not to start the second just yet as I know that once I start it nothing else will get done.  Thank you Ms Collins for such a wonderful read.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IOMDHTP9BO9L?ASIN=0439023521	PAGE TURNER	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i dont remember how long it took me to read, but i do remember hardly getting sleep because i would stay up literally all night and read Hunger Games. And when i finished, i couldnt stop thinking about it. It didnt take long to fall in love with the  characters. Katniss and Peeta's relationship was cute and romantic though there were some twists. Hunger Games is also VERY thrilling. Suzanne Collins has a wild imagination. Her writing really makes you feel like you're there. i kept thinking to myself ""Would i survive in the hunger games?"" this book made me laugh, cry, think, go ""aww!"", and put me on the edge of my seat. i cant wait til Catching Fire the movie comes out :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IK3SUNVSP10I?ASIN=0439023521	Intense	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of the best books I have read in a very, very long time. I would recomend reading the whole series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R135HKCNDWV3A0?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book so much! I love mystery books so i didn't know what to except fom this book.<br/>In the begining I thought Peeta was kind of stuck up, but in the middle of the book he seemed really nice, loving and supportive. What I'm getting at is that you never predict what is going to happen ( unless you have seen the movie!).<br/>Also I think this is a good book for people who like books with romance. Katniss seems to have feeling for Peeta but something happens. READ THE  BOOK TO FIND OUT!!!<br/> It felt like I could never put it down. There was never a boring part and was a page turner for sure. I would recomend this book for anyone how loves action, suspence, and romance.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ISOLCE37HCB9?ASIN=0439023521	A fun, fast, awesome read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I realize every five star reviewer says something like, ""Oh, I couldn't put it down,"" which, I suppose is sort of the nature of what gets five stars most times, but I really mean it, as in literally mean it, when I say, ""I couldn't put it down."" I read this straight through in one day, which I just never have time to do with books anymore. Yes, it's written for teens, so, yes, that makes it a super fast read--and no, I'm not a teenager, but that doesn't take a way from the fact it's just darn good story-telling. To hold the age group it was targeted for against it as it stands among other books would be akin to holding a hummingbird's size against it as it stands among other birds.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R265LILIJCSIT?ASIN=0439023521	This Book is Wonderful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When beginning this book, you quickly realize that it is one that you cannot easily put down. It is a very fast-paced, intriguing, read that one can finish in a short time period. I have read all three books in the trilogy, and I was very impressed. I have read some reviews that state that these books are flawed in some ways. My only statement in reference to that would be that all books are somewhat flawed; however, the flaws do not stand out at all in this series. My only complaint in this series, and its not much of one, was that the ending of the trilogy was less that desirable (for me at least). But even with the lack luster ending, the series is definitely worth reading.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4A04W4IKOBWS?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome novel that everyone can enjoy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games was a fantastic read.  I loved it both times that I had read it.  The Hunger Games really appeals to all age groups and demographics.  It contains a great mix of romance, action, drama and science-fiction.  Also, I think the book has many insightful analogies to today’s international relations.  For example, the Capitol appears to dominate over many over places just like the U.S. does today.  The character’s in the novel are all very developed and appear human to me.  I feel real pain and sadness whenever a tribute dies in the book.  Overall, I think that The Hunger Games would be a great book for anybody and that it’s definitely deserving of its success.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JYHEXW5WKACJ?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing, utterly and truly amazing.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I just finished book 1 of The Hunger Games, and I have to say that it blew me away. I was kind of cautious about it because it sounds weird right? poverty, corrupt government, and  sacrifices???? Seriously? Well, trust me it is about SOOOOO much more! I won't spoil it, but it weaves a amazing tale about courage, friendship, and love. The writing is amazing and personally I think it is one of the best books I ever have read. I was addicted, and after I finished it.... I was numb and thinking, ""how could this be over?!?!"" I cannot wait to get the next books and see the movie, which comes out August 18. Amazing book. I totally recomend it.<br/><br/>  Olivia B. -age 12</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XDBA42SFMRNS?ASIN=0439023521	I understand all the talk	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After hearing all the talk about the Hunger Games, I was thinking, okay here comes another Twilight, made for teenagers with a catchy romance and some action.  Numerous times I heard, ""You've got to read the Hunger Games.""  Finally, hearing my cousin, who hasn't read a book since he got out of college, say HE couldn't put them down, I was curious.  So, curiosity got the best of me and I started reading.  This book got me from the get go.  It has some bigger themes at play for those who really want to get into it.  Now, I'm almost done with the second book.. the first one got me hooked and I'll be definitely reading the whole series.  I honestly couldn't put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2L8MDAZPYNDY2?ASIN=0439023521	"""Hungry for Hunger games"""	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">""The Hunger Games"" was one of the best books i have ever read. It was exciting, filled with action, drama and intensity. ""The Hunger Games"" is a book about a girl named katniss who is very brave. She, along with the kids in her district 12, from 12 to 18 are entered in ""The Hunger Games"". This is the 73rd annual games. Every year one boy and one girl get picked from each district and they fight to the death in the capitol. All the districts watch ""The Hunger Games"" on television and hope their district wins. Whichever district wins gets an extra supply of food so there is alot on the line,including lives. Now go out and read this amazing book and see what happens.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TFCEW7GCY165?ASIN=0439023521	This book sticks with you. A must read!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">In The Hunger Games, Collins creates a wonderful read that transcends the pages of the book and leaves you begging to know what happens next. I would highly recommend the entire series since I could not put these books down. You'll be up at night losing sleep so I would suggest reading this book on the weekend or on vacation! I borrowed the book originally and had to buy my own copy because I had to read it again. The story and the characters will stick with you long after you turn the last page.<br/><br/>The only word of caution I have is that due to the nature of the subject of the book, it is graphic at times and may not be appropriate for young or squeamish readers.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23SECMWFZ3XJ3?ASIN=0439023521	The Games are NOT for the weak of heart, mind, or character!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Katniss has had to grow up very fast--she volunteered to take her sister's place in the Games, and then had to survive....<br/><br/>Katniss is a strong lead character. The reader is privy to her thoughts, thereby allowing the reader to have a front seat view into the numerous twists, turns, and strategies that last even up the last moments of the Games.<br/><br/>I know that some reviewers summarize the actions depicted in the books. In this case, while I'm tempted to revisit the story, I don't want to deprive the reader of the suspense, the action, and the surprises that I experienced while reading The Hunger Games.<br/><br/>The bottom line: READ THIS BOOK!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJBB7BFJWW78A?ASIN=0439023521	Captivating, Brutal, and Heartwarming!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The author really has a way with her words. The book came recommended to me from a friend in our book club and while I was hesitant because I heard it had some disturbing parts I decided to try it. I could not put it down once I started. I think it will make a great choice for book clubs and bring alot of nice discussion and feelings to the table.  With it being geared for the young adult I think some parents may seem it a bit brutal and distrubing. However, what are country is facing in real life these days is much more than this. Take the time to read and if you have a young adult child it may make for a great conversation and a great time well spent with them.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HDVL0OBTU34A?ASIN=0439023521	PHENOMENAL BOOK!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely ADORE this book. Everything about it is so harsh, so greuling, and so gratifying. Definitely a distopia, the book is the most compelling thing I have read in YEARS! My heart actually hurt when I put down MOCKINGJAY, the third book in the trilogy. Anybody who has not read this book had better start, because once you're in, you'll be amazed at EVERYTHING in the book and wish you'd read it sooner! Suzanne Collins inspires me so much, as do Katniss and every other good character in the story :) I am an aspiring author, and my book is: <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Forever-Amber/dp/1478173769"">Forever Amber</a> Please check the H.G. and my story out :) Thanks for reading... BUY THE HUNGER GAMES!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RM40VZ617ZKVI?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games is rad!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I finally broke down and read the Hunger Games and I have to say I was very pleasantly surprised!! For starters, it was almost impossible to put it down--after a few pages, I was completely hooked. The characters were so real, the descriptions so vivid and the situations so compelling and dynamic, I almost wanted to stay up all night to finish it. The dramatic plot is brutal yet thrilling and just takes the fantasy genre to a new, gritty level. The thought of a post-apocalyptic world that leads to survivalist competitions is like a foray into a Darwin nightmare. Suzanne Collins made the concept believable and relatable, which is an amazing feat for an author.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVQ6JMCHYNXCJ?ASIN=0439023521	Amazingly awesome series!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I started out reading the first page of the book &amp; I was already hooked. I never read a lot of books because none of them really get me hooked right away. The Hunger Games was awesome! For me I actually enjoyed the second book the best. I did think that the last book started out a little slow but with the other two books I wasnt able to put them down so I knew it would pick up which it did. I only borrowed these books from a relative but I want to buy them so that way I can actually read them again! I am actually so amazed by them that I actually believe that any other books I may try to read may dissapoint me because I thought these books were so amazing!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3F3OXN3NAJWO9?ASIN=0439023521	really good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie before I read the book. The book is better in my opinion. Collins does a great job.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UDBT2O94ZBCT?ASIN=0439023521	Bizarre concept...but it works	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">At first the idea of putting an arena full of children to fight each other until death seemed unfathomable, particularly as a book aimed as young adult reading.  But this book turned out to be much more than that.  It was a story of sacrifice, loyalty, determination, and love.  It wasn't all about the fighting and wasn't overly graphic and feel it would be liked by a variety of age groups.  It held my attention from the beginning and it was hard to put down.  I'm anxious to see the movie but I'm afraid some of the thoughts and emotions of the main character, Katniss, may be hard to portray through a movie.  Can't wait to read the next book in the series.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZOYG0VGBJ8A2?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic, riveting, and heartbreaking	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is just about perfect.  It has the right amount of heart, energy, and social commentary along with engaging characters and shudder-inducing violence that sends a clear message about human nature.  I'm late to the party, but I had to add my positive rating to this book as well.  Katniss is the kind of reluctant hero you want to cheer for, and the rest of the characters are brilliant - Peeta, Haymitch, Effie, Cinna Rue - they are all very well-written and you can't help but root for all of them too.  The 'games' themselves are hold-your-breath exciting and depressing at the same time.  Very well done - if you haven't read it yet, pick it up!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8P2EJPDZO93F?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I knew this would be good, but... oh my good! I have no clue why I was hesitant on reading this at all. I would even go as far as to say that I am ashamed of myself for not reading it the moment I saw it.<br/><br/>I loved everything about the book. The characters were amazing, each and every one of them. The story was so intriguing because I feel that this could actually happen in the future with the direction our world is going. The love triangle wasn't very heavy in this book because there was no Gale, but as of yet, I am Team Peeta.<br/><br/>You need to get off this page and read this book now! And if you are a fan, we can eagerly await Mockingjay together!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPVCAVSIXGH7D?ASIN=0439023521	1984 Updated	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I started reading this book several times, on the recommendation of friends and colleagues, but it didn't really grip me. Then it did, I couldn't put it down. The post apocalyptic society depicted is reminiscent of George Orwell's 1984 with technological updates; there is the huge gulf between the haves and have-nots, Big Brother in the form of the Capitol is (mostly) all seeing, propaganda is the only form of entertainment.<br/>The characters are well drawn, their actions are believable as is the dialogue. My only criticism is that Katniss's moral considerations are perhaps overstated but the writing is never clumsy. Thank you, Suzanne Collins.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GTI1VDQSNYAS?ASIN=0439023521	A good page turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I agree with other reviewers that the basic premise of the book is a bit flawed, but it is very entertaining, although somewhat simple-minded. As I was reading I was yearning for something that would set my gears grinding, but most of the book is pretty much what it is without any additional themes, symbology, theories or subplots that would get you thinking, not enough substance for a second reading. The idea the writer focuses on is whether by surviving, are you giving up your identity/freedom. This was pretty much the only theme of the book. I disagree with other reviewers that didn't like the ending. I actually loved it because the last couple of lines of dialogue leave you thinking. However, this book is very reminiscent of Ender's Game, which in my opinion was much better. To all of those who hail this book as a masterpiece, I urge you to read Ender's Game and reconsider.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XXCOGA4PKIW?ASIN=0439023521	liked, but not loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I waited a long time to purchase this book, but glad I did. The writer has a way, of taking mundane everyday things in life and making them interesting. The pace was a whirlwind, but I felt the story took to long to actually get to the arena. By the time she got off the train at the arena area, I felt the book could have moved forward at bit faster.I was most disappointed with the end. Not because of the end itself, but because, before I finished the book, I did a web search on the next books in the series and on that web-site the end to this book was given away. It did spoil the end for me since I already knew what was going to happen.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11NBMGE25Y0YE?ASIN=0439023521	Surprisingly Very Good!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I a book gets a lot of hype, I usually get skeptical. Can it really be that good? Well, I really enjoyed this book! The first person present tense narrative really made the story very immediate and pressing, and after a while I forgave the blatant fragment and run-on sentences as more lending to the realism of the herione's voice. No spoilers here: just a fun action packed book set in a twisted post-apocalyptic society (and really, what post-apocalyptic society is *not* going to be twisted, let's be honest) with interesting bit of ambivalent romance. Yes, some of the plot is predictable, but overall it was hard to put the book down!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TSFN0FETOKZS?ASIN=0439023521	This transformed me into a reader!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">All I can say is WOW!  I never used to read books for leisure, but this book has transformed me!  From the first moment, I could not put this book down.  I found myself turning off the TV in favor of this book which I have never done before.  The book starts out with a summary of Katniss Everdeen's life in the future country of Paneam's District 12.  Collins describes the Hunger Games which are actually a punishment to the citizens for revolting 74 years ago.  You can probably guess what happens next so I won't spoil it for you!  In all honesty, if you haven't read a book in a while, or simply want a good read; you need to buy this book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QN5HXO7Q7HGX?ASIN=0439023521	Pleasantly surprised	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I admit I was hesitant to read this. After being assured that I would love Twilight, only to find it a poorly written series with an annoying main character, I didn't figure this would be any better, no matter what people were saying. I was happy to discover that this first book of the series is very well written with interesting and sympathetic characters. The suspense holds up well throughout the book, and I even found myself getting a little misty eyed at one point, even though I knew what was going to happen from seeing the movie.<br/>I will definitely be reading the other books in the series (I never finished the Twilight series!)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1170HH9U8N62M?ASIN=0439023521	Ups and downs	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It took me a few weeks to read this book. Mostly because I couldn't even read the first chapter. But I forced myself to continue reading, even though I was slightly bored. And honestly - I was pretty bored up until chapter 9. I couldn't figure out why this book was rated so well.<br/><br/>Then it gets to the fun part: The Hunger Games... It was a very interesting read... And I will be excited to see the movie, because I think the movie will be more interesting, honestly... Once I started reading it (past chapter 1) I finished it in a day. Debating rather I want to buy book 2....<br/><br/>This review is coming from a 22 year old female, hope it helps :)</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFPNFB9R43T0G?ASIN=0439023521	I LOVED this book!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was such a refreshing departure from the typical fiction book.  I am SOOOO sick of crime novels, stories about jaded police officers and special agents, bla, bla, bla.  This was a well written story that really makes the reader think what they would do if they were in that same position.  The premise of the book sounds so morbid, and it is...until you get into the book and explore the depravity of man.  I can't wait to get into the next two books, I've heard they're not as good as the first but I'm sucked into the story now.  Most books bore me at some point in time, this one held my attention was a true page turner for me.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1R0EMVWYKLT1T?ASIN=0439023521	Much more than a teenage story.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I started reading reviews from this book, thought it was just another teen love story, and being in my early-30's, didn't feel was what I was looking for. But when I saw it was at the top of the list, decided to give it a try, and was completely with it. It's written in a way you can't stop reading, and being a story about teens, can be easily enjoyed by those who are looking for a fun and entertaining story. I have recommended the book to my students, finding a connection between the story and human rights, and they have liked the story so far, so it has been proved in different generations with success.<br/>Fully recommended!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3EO80SSM60QP7?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for More	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I haven't watched the movies yet. I feel it's always better to read first. I loved the detail in this book. Some of it I wish were more detailed- what happened to end the Americas and the rest of the world for that matter. But it describes all of the necessary story line and leaves the reader wondering why Katniss hasn't quite grasped how Peeta feels. On occasion, it's hard to think of how young most of the characters are, considering their situations in life and their personal experiences, but then you are reminded again of how young and innocent they truly are despite being thrust into perils and first love on national television.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RA4EVKZXARHHJ?ASIN=0439023521	Sucked In	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Being a huge (past) fan of Twilight, when The Hunger Games came out I was like, ""Oh great here we go again...."". When the movie finally came on Netflix and I was up late with ""nothing better to do"", I watched the movie and fell in love. I immediately went on Amazon and bought all of the books. I know you should usually read the books before seeing the movies but I felt like it was pretty well done for the most part. I loved all the details that were in the book though and some of the characters that were left out. I cried when Rue was killed because there was so much more emotion to it than there was in the movie.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RB683OT26JGF2?ASIN=0439023521	Read it one night and had to download 2nd right away!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was the first book I read on my Kindle.  My sister, an elementary school teacher, recommended it after reading it on recommendation.  I think this is one of those explosive books that by word of mouth is destined for greatness.  Katniss is what any young woman would like to model her courage, perseverance, and dedication on.  I know I wish I was more like her. Each chapter pushes you to keep reading the next chapter, and before you know it you're done with no sleep for that night.  I am glad it was optioned out for a movie, the author did such a fantastic job that I hope she makes loads of money on this one.  Great concept.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Y1MQKSDCCIGK?ASIN=0439023521	Surprisingly amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've been hearing buzz about this book for quite some time. I heard the basic premise and thought it sounded awful. It finally reached the point where at least 10 separate people had recommended this book to me so I gave in. And... I finished it in a day. I couldn't put it down! The plot of the book (reality tv show featuring a brutal fight to the death) is very well thought out. It takes place in the future but the plot is realistic enough that it makes you think ""could this ever happen here?"" I don't want to give too much away but I will say if you enjoyed ""Ender's Game"" by Orson Scott Card you will definitely like this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJ2CL6GCR5NO?ASIN=0439023521	Absolutely loved it!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely loved this book! Aside from the main character being a teenager, I would not have guessed it was part of the young adult genre. It did not have the cheesy, adolescent YA ""feel"" you sometimes get from novels geared towards YA. I was almost instantly and thoroughly engaged with a number of characters, and that did not change throughout the entire novel. The premise and storyline was unique, exciting, and emotionally-charged. I could hardly put it down and have already started the second book in the trilology. I love books that leave you dying to know the outcome of the characters and this one delivered on that front.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJF49448VFAJ1?ASIN=0439023521	Exciting and Breath taking	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I hesitated reading it because I thought it sounded so morbid (that everyone but one person had to die).  Boy, am I glad I re-thought that one!!!!  This book was fantastic.  From the time Katniss took her sister's place in the games I was hooked. I held my breath with every break of a twig or anything that might mean that she was in trouble of being killed.  This was one of those books that you could not figure out what was coming next.  You think you know how the story will end but there are many twists that leaves you wondering what will be around the corner in the next chapter.  Would recommend to anyone regardless of age.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZUWFBFJSECBS?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing is an understatement	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'll be honest. I don't read books very often. I'm not what you would call a bookworm. I've bought countless numbers of them though, but none of them have caught my attention enough for me to make it past the first few chapters. I bought this book after reading all of the amazing reviews. I was hesitant, but I figured I might as well give it a shot. I am so glad I did! The characters are amazing and unique, the plot had me on the edge of my seat, and the world is so vivid I could picture it all in my mind as if I were seeing it all on a screen. I'm definitely going to buy the other three. I reccommend this book to everyone!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3680ZI11QD8NP?ASIN=0439023521	Terrifically Imaginary	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a good book in every way. As a teenage girl Katniss really stood her ground and held up strong for a lot of peculiar people that need to learn to do the same as Katniss. Though there was a killer movie to go with the book, the book totally overlapped the movie. The only thing I needed the movie for is to see the place describing American as Panam (if that's right). Once I seen the movie my picture that I created was totally wrong, so I am still willing to accept the movie. Ms. Collins well done on the imagination you have gave us, and your open mind shall lead you far in this creative world.<br/><br/>-15 year old</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IG82GKS3D2KF?ASIN=0439023521	I Am A Book Cynic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">. . and very hard to please. I agree the story line is brutal. I initially struggled with where the story was going in the first book.  But being so engrossed in a book is what I live for - and these all did it!  I thought the characters were very colorful and not at all ""flat"", as some have commented. I like being surprised and not able to predict where a story is leading.  I was constantly surprised with all three of these books.  There's a reason The Hunger Games is a phenomenon; don't miss out on this engaging experience.  I'm so bummed there are only three books - and I pray the movies do them justice.  Amazing read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2EZ66OQI7QQBG?ASIN=0439023521	captivating	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I got this as a library book for my kindle. Science Fiction or futuristic books are usually not what I read.  But I got caught up in the story immediately, and downloaded after I read the sample.  I didn't realize it was a series, so when I got to the end I was surprised and a bit disappointed. I doubt I would have gotten it had I known it was to be continued.  However, I bought the second book and am well into that now. It's very visual, and I can actually see a lot of the characters and creatures in my mind's eye, even when not reading, especially the muttants, unfortunately.:)  Stays with a person. Very absorbing book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14OZFQW99NX1X?ASIN=0439023521	Captivating!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games was absolutely captivating!  I read it in less than 24 hours, and the only reason it took so long is because I have motherly responsibilities... ha!  Suzanne Collins did a great job of immediately sucking me into the story, and I found myself surprised at the twists and turns more than once.  I generally steer away from anything that reeks of pop culture, and with the movie coming out in a few weeks, I really didn't want to read it.  However, a friend from high school recommended it, and after surviving two years of AP English together {over a decade ago!}, I trust her.  Especially after she compared it to <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Giver-illustrated-gift-edition/dp/0547424779"">The Giver (illustrated; gift edition)</a>... Can't wait to read the next two books!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TJPVF0YFN0LR?ASIN=0439023521	Part 1 of the trilogy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I felt this story was very well written, it was interesting and well detailed. I read all three books in less than a week, because I kept wanting to know what would happen next.<br/>Times are tough when you grow up in the economically depressed District 12, where only real industry is coal mining. Starvation can lead to desperation and ingenuity. Action packed from the start Katniss becomes a partipant in the annual hunger games as one of the two District 12 representatives. A game in which 24 enter and only one leaves alive...<br/>The story has fear, sacrifice, violence, love, and action... Anything more would spoil the fun.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLVQR3FXOEG4V?ASIN=0439023521	I was GLUED	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have not been absolutely consumed with a story for the longest time until I read this... I was excited, scared, happy, sad and enraged! Only a truly well crafted story is able to take me through all those emotions and keep my attention even while my family is in front of the tv.<br/><br/>The only thing I wasn't a huge fan about was that the story was written in the present progressive... Call me old fashioned, but I would have preferred the past-tense... I can see why the author chose to write it the way she did, but my opinion remains. (But I'm extremely nit-picky).<br/><br/>Loved the story, though. Incredibly unique. I'm hooked. :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VXD2FH3O3UEV?ASIN=0439023521	Wow...Awesome book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was incredible.  The moment you start reading it you are intrigued.  I can not recall any part that I wanted to skip or thought it was boring or too descriptive.  Very good read! Awesome book!  I would have to say the only thing I don't like about getting the Kindle edition is that you don't get to read the back cover or preview of the book first.  Have to go to the Amazon.com website and look it up. Not like a book you can look in the front cover or the back cover for a brief synopsis of the book.  That said this book was absolutely amazing and I had a hard time putting it down.  Great read for all ages!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RU9BOVQ526B87?ASIN=0439023521	Katniss Kudos!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book has a great plot, good characters who develop throughout the story, and a satisfying conclusion that still leaves you wanting to know more.  The plot reminded me of Orwell or Bradbury, believable and terrifying.  It is something that I certainly hope never comes close to the truth in the future, but you still believe it could, and wind up asking yourself, what if it did.  The story is touching, funny, thrilling and completely engaging.  It is coming out as a movie soon.  I hope Hollywood can do it justice!  Do yourself a favor and click ""buy,"" but be ready for an ""I just couldn't put it down"" experience.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23YCARDWRQZSK?ASIN=0439023521	Great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great book! When I read a book I look for a plot that keeps me guessing, keeps me awake at night because I have to finish it, and a story that makes me want to read more.  The Hunger Games was that book.  Not because of the movie or hype (which is due!), but because the story is fast paced, you connect with the character, and it has something for everyone.  Slightly tragic, a little romance, tons of action, a little political thrill (which comes up even more later in the series), and a great futuristic feel.  It is Orwell's 1984 meets Gladiator.  The Hunger Games is a great read that I highly recommend.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/REOV6HP3DZ9D7?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games - Hard to put down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I found this book almost impossible to put down once it got going.  Everything about this book is interesting and compelling.  I think I would classify this book as an action/adventure book, but with a little bit of politics and romance thrown in to keep it interesting.  As a guy that doesn't read romance books, I was nervous that the romantic plot was going to overtake the book but it didn't, it was just the right amount to keep it interesting.<br/><br/>I was surprised to see this listed as a children's book because some of the violence did get a little disturbing.  But I would recommend Hunger Games to any teenager or older.<br/><br/>I read Hunger Games on the Kindle and did not notice any formatting errors or typos.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26QRK9BUCN9UW?ASIN=0439023521	Bought used and it looks like they got it out of the trash can	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book shows up like it sat in the rain along with a library stamped on it, so it might have been stolen? Also there is scribbling throughout the book as if a 2 year old got ahold of it with a pen and scribbled away on it. Used books to me mean that is has some wear and tear on it, this was also a gift for my wife and I have to buy another copy from some where else for I would never give this book out as a gift and in fact I am contacting the library which is stamped on it letting them know I have their book. If it turns out ok then I will donate it to my local book store. I will never use this company again.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RET178FB2B2SD?ASIN=0439023521	CONSIDER THIS A WARNING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Do not pick up this book and read the first page if you have any activities planned for the next four hours or so. Dates, school, shopping, sleeping, eating- any activity- for if you turn the page to begin reading  page two you will not put this book down until you reach it's amazing and wonderful ending. This is the first book in a trilogy. I am so thankful  Amazon has all three books. I ordered the first one thinking I'd see if I like it. I am re-reading it waiting for the second book. Every reviewer will tell you about the story- but this is about an incredible heroic 16 year old girl. She is real- I know her, I just read about her and I love her.<br/>One of the best girl empowerment books I have ever read.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1R6ZSH810PITR?ASIN=0439023521	Absolutely awesome and unforgettable	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This has to be one of the best books I have read in a long time. I haven't had a book hold my interest in a long time.  It makes you feel like you are in this crazy world.  Reminds me of how I felt when I read Jurassic park. You just think when you wake up that this is how the world is now. Scary part is this could happen in the near future if we let it.  Not being paranoid but I cat explain how real and engulfed you become.  How someone thought this up is astounding to me.  I loved it.  A must read for the conspiracy theorist out there, or anyone else.  You won't  be disappointed.  Worth the money I assure you</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1M1DQ94QMQIGT?ASIN=0439023521	Has you looking forward to more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">To be honest, I accidentally purchased this book while trying to figure out my Prime book loan membership.  No regrets.  The book was very entertaining (minor gripes if you're a literature nut like myself but we can't all be Faulkner).  It's a fast read but I still felt satisfied with plot, character development, relationships, etc.  What a world these characters live in.  I was tempted to immediately buy the rest of the series but decided to enjoy my satisfaction in the first a bit longer.  Another plus with purchasing this particular book was that I was able to loan it out to another Kindle user.  Very fun!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GLBSCE9K5KQV?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down! Not for the weak stomachs...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wonder what I have been doing with my life to not have read this book sooner. Read this one and the other 2 in 3 days. The invitation into this unfamiliar world, as the Twilight and Harry Potter series is what intrigues me first. The relationships and inner motivations are what made me not able to put the book down.<br/><br/>I don't think this book is appropriate for youth or even young teen. Not only is there killing and loss, but suggestions of torture and mutilation is also present in the book. These scenes are pretty graphic and disturbing.<br/><br/>All in all, a great read. Sad that I finished it.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RG2S80N25KX9T?ASIN=0439023521	Unforgettable	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I put off reading this book for the longest time, mainly because I don't like novels written in the first-person, present-tense point of view.  I still don't, but I have to admit that this book kept me entertained.  I read most of it in one sitting, and now I'm itching to read the next two in the series.  The characters are unforgettable and the story (while not entirely original) is sure to keep me thinking about it for a while.<br/><br/>This is definitely something fans of YA dystopian fiction would love.  While it's not perfect, it's undoubtedly engaging and engrossing.  I can't wait to read the next two books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUDFRHH85EPC9?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for More Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Must face it, I'm a big fan of Katniss Everdeen in The Hunger Games. Her will to see the lives of her family, ""cousins"" and friends protected and her own human survival skills are pretty impressive in this first book.<br/><br/>I really wonder how they'll make the Capitol look in the upcoming movie too.<br/><br/>I'm becoming a bigger and bigger fan of great YA (young adult) literature. The brevity of the writing, succinct storylines and generally interesting characters make them worthwhile ... and don't seem to just retread the usual writing we see with fiction. Maybe it's the younger, more unpredictable Millennial leads?</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12TRSENFBT7HM?ASIN=0439023521	Book-1 is the best of the trilogy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I would actually rate Hunger Games (the first book of the trilogy) at closer to 5-starts, but the 2nd book as 4-stars and the final 3rd book below that.  In the first book the protagonist is the quintessential troubled teen in many respects who we love despite, and in some cases because of her shortcomings. Her lack of development in the subsequent books is disappointing.  It becomes harder to like or admire her, and there isn't anyone else to care about either.  After the last book I wan't hungry for anymore.<br/><br/>If you've made it this far, please check the box that this review was helpful. Thanks!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18C4EOK30UP4B?ASIN=0439023521	I was enthralled and I balled like a baby	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read it so fast that I had to read it again. Both times I cried so hard for Rue and I fell in love with Peeta almost instantly. The story flowed smoother than anything I've read in a long, long time. Ms. Collins is a very talented writer  and her imagery is absolutely amazing. I plan to read it again and again. I am so glad that I read the book before I watched the movie.<br/><br/>The storyline is brutal, but life is brutal. Just watch the nightly news if you don't believe me. Teenagers see and participate in worse than this in most video games.<br/><br/>I recommend this book to anyone and everyone.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2C1P9PVDYTZ5U?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I started reading this off of a friend's recommendation, and was slightly skeptical when I read it was meant for grade 7 and up but I really enjoyed this book. The book itself is written simply, like what one might think how a seventh grade book is written, but it didn't take away from the story at all. I don't read much (mostly because of a lot of school work) but I couldn't put this book down. I read from about 20% into the book to the end on a Sunday, most of the time just thinking ""okay, one more Chapter."" About seven hours later I ordered the second one for my Kindle and am going to start it tonight.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20F9QH8FIXM7L?ASIN=0439023521	A Cornucopia of reasons to read this book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Take the best parts of ""Theseus and he Minotaur"", ""The Running Man"", ""Uglies,"" ""Brave New World,"" and a few other dystopian novels, mash 'em up, and you've got The Hunger Games. Few writers can hurtle though a story this intense without overworking certain scenes, giving away the climax, or confusing the reader, but Suzanne Collins balances brutality, social commentary, and the coming of age angle as precisely as her reluctant protagonist. I am halfway through the sequel and it is every bit as good, if not better, so this is a storyline worth your time, and I highly recommend it for readers of all ages.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MMK8173WMMJZ?ASIN=0439023521	Fast paced and intellectual	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was hooked on this book in the first couple pages and could not stop reading it.  What I love about it is that it keeps your attention (you are constantly dying to know what is going to happen next) and it also has important messages about economic oppression and tyranny.  Often when I am reading I have to sacrifice intellectual meaning to get fast paced thriller type material.  What I love about this book is that it has both.  I 100% recommend reading it!  The only reason I did not give it 5 stars is because I reserve 5 stars for the very best.  The Hunger Games is very close to that level though.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGKWD2JM8BPSG?ASIN=0439023521	WOW!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins is an extremely talented author!<br/>I chose the 5 star because I have high standards for books, but not only did this book meet my standard, it exceeded them by ALOT! I love all the characters,Suzanne's imagination,and how its written; the book's ability to come alive! I would recommend this book to maybe 8/9+  because its a little descriptive on the gorey parts, but if you're like me, you'll love how it kinda comes alive!<br/><br/>Suzanne- Thank you for writing this great book and if it shows anything, I now have a HUNGER GAMES CRAZE!!!!!!<br/><br/>  Love, Katniss_is_my_hero_!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R873TKHFA87WW?ASIN=0439023521	Memorable ...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As long as I don't spend too much time typing, this should be review #1347.  I haven't read through all the reviews, but I'm pretty sure that anything I might say has already been said.<br/><br/>This book and the rest of the trilogy is one of my all time favorites and I think it'll probably remain near the top of the list, no matter how many books I read.<br/><br/>I remember reading Lord of the Rings back in high school (a long time ago), sitting in the hall upgainst somebody's locker, trying to get in a little more reading in between classes.<br/><br/>This is like that; something that sticks with you for a lifetime.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFFGQDQE8LCJJ?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Congratulations to Ms. Collins for coming up with such a unique plot!  This is such a breath of fresh air among all the vampire and werewolf, teen drug and sex, and wizard stories that are coming out right now.  The characters are realistic and even easy to relate to.  The plot is enthralling and intense.  Even the setting was fascinating.  There's great action, a little bit of romance, lots of suspense, and serious anger towards the Capitol.  This is a page-turner that can be enjoyed by young adults and adults alike.  (Probably PG-13 for violence.)  I am excited to see what happens in the next one!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KAU9Z86N30UL?ASIN=0439023521	Games Time	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Katniss, Prim, Peeta, Gale, Rue...crochet; all are key players in The Hunger Games.  This book is a slow starter and might make you wonder why you picked it up.  But before you know it, you don't want to put it down!  At the beginning it's hard to imagine where The Hunger Games is taking you as it crochets a pattern of family and survival, love and hate, beauty and grotesque, life and death - each theme briefly hidden and then reappearing like the thread in a crochet garmet.  And finally, it concludes with an ending that leaves you wanting more.<br/>  Eulus Dennis, author - Living Between The Line</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3090OIHXYBWHC?ASIN=0439023521	Everything YA should be	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is pretty much the template to follow if you are going to do thought provoking work without slipping into morose adult BS.A serious page turner that leaves you begging for a sequel without being desperate about wanting one by the end. Everyone was excited about this book before it came out in the publishing world. EVERYONE.<br/><br/> A screwed up world, with heartfelt (not sappy) characters who feel palpable with enough stuff in there to keep teens in touch with their own inner lives. It's Lord of the Flies meets Thunder Dome , meets the Ms. USA pageant meets a cringe inducing reality show.Awesome.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1I0R2QZ2G290V?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Ok first of all it is violent but not so much it is a not read ther is a certain amount there to keep you on the edge of your seat. I have never really read books like these, but I have to admit I am now.  I read all of the trilogy and reread. It is amazing on how close to real life it is  the roman days reality tv and people doing anything fora good show!! Well I'm just sayin I was sceptical but Iam gladi read them and again I never read books like these before and none have matched them since. Kids won't be terrified but it will leave then thinking in a good way trust me I'm a kid 15 yrs myself</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RI997L668PW42?ASIN=0439023521	Truly Breathtaking Story!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is certainly a page turner, and I found myself struggling to put it down. Recommended to me by my daughter, I was hesitant to read it because of the dark nature of the story but I'm certainly glad that I did!  I enjoy stories that highlight a powerful independent female protagonist and this book certainly delivers.  Fast paced story that will keep you frozen in place until you complete it!<br/><br/>For those who enjoyed Hunger Games as much as I did, I also recommend <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Burn-in-Hades-The-Life-After-Death-Trilogy-Book-1/dp/B006EO5DXA"">Burn in Hades (The Life After Death Trilogy, Book 1)</a>, another captivating read on my Top 10 books of this year.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FG292WUBUUPA?ASIN=0439023521	A tale that will surely leave you breathless.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Beautifully written, completely captivating from the instant you turn the first page. I have recommended this book to several friends, and have never encountered someone who didn't love it. Susan Collins sure knows how to keep your attention, in this riveting dystopian tale of a girl's struggle to survive against all odds. True love and intrigue, Katniss struggles to determine who is on her side, trapped in a myriad of friends and foes. This book takes you to the breadth of human kindness, and delves into the darker side of human nature. The stakes are high when to lose means your certain death.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R354U0AYNPLNN4?ASIN=0439023521	As for the low reviews...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I picked up this book with no knowledge of what it was about, but as soon as I started reading I couldn't stop. I finished in a day and thought it was great. I read some of the lower reviews to see what it was they didn't like and I was kind of surprised. Many said that the book was too gruesome. I completely disagree. While the idea of what is happening is shocking and brutal, I think it was done in a way that it wasn't too gruesome or graphic. Especially too much to give the book 1 star. I'll definitely be recommending it to many friends and family members. And I'm positive I'll read it again.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZFOV9GTVBCKO?ASIN=0439023521	I'm not a Sci Fi fan BUT	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My choice of reading is thrillers so when my sister told me she was reading this book I told her I didn't think I would like it. I definitely didn't want to read it after seeing the movie trailer. She insisted I would like it. Long atory short. It was great. Fast paced page turner.<br/><br/>After reading the book I defintiry don't want to see the movie because I'm a bit squeamish LOL  i love a good writer that can make you visualize every detail. That's a good writer.<br/><br/>The whole idea of being sent to a arena to fight to the death is just a bit much but it was definitely a good read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1W9JUAV1IONIC?ASIN=0439023521	Highly Recommended	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I held out for a long time on this series, thinking it would be more of the same. There's lots of Dystopian literature out there, how much better could this be? Boy, was I wrong. The thing that distinguishes this series is the writing. This is the Harry Potter of Dystopian lit. There's not one time that you don't feel completely invested in the characters, not once when you think ""He/she wouldn't have said that."" You are IN the story the entire time, waiting to see what happens next. Thanking higher powers that you don't have to live in the world of the Hunger Games. Highly Recommended.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NMSA0CJSB98N?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I prefer to almost always buy things directly FBA (fulfilled by amazon) if at all possible, and I was glad these books for coming from a non-sort FC (smaller items). This book, amongst the other 5 I purchased for my birthday, came wonderfully packaged and in perfect condition, as if I had just picked it up off the shelf.<br/>The book: This book is REALLY hard to put down for the ones that still have not read it. I first saw the movie and I've been trying not to rent Catching Fire before I've read the books and it is PERFECT. Its much more detailed but not too off to where it's hard to follow.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2B8SCJD8ZGA3B?ASIN=0439023521	Well Imagined ... Well Told	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you're on the fence about reading these take this as an invite from someone who is a serious reader to go ahead. I find this book worthy of the hype and large fan following.  The story moves fast, the post apocalyptic world of Panem is beleivable, most of the characters are well drawn, and the lessons about humanity in the face of tyranny and degredation profoundly connect with the narrative.  Collins also manages to speak deeply through these pages about our predatory reality TV/celebrity obsessed culture.  First class story-telling, thought provoking without moralizing, and a joy to read.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2X2HN14I6GK7M?ASIN=0439023521	Highly recomended!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have to admit I had first seen the movie before reading the book, but I must tell you the book is much richer and depth. It's full of details and descriptions. You'll really feel the despair of the inhabitants of the 12 District. It's pointless to go on further details regarding the story, but I can tell it's great how the author described this futuristic American society and the struggle between the different districts. Finally, don't think this is another teenager's book, this is actually a mature and violent story, with a great background and ambience. Two thumbs up and more for this one!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QJYA12NPG50U?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games satisfies readers apetites	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is set in post-apocalyptic America.  A place in the future (not too very far in the future)  where the government has finally gained complete control of it's masses.  The concept is frightening, the reader finds themselves very engaged in the characters pretty early on in the first book.  I loved that our heroine, Katness Everdeen, has a name that brings up imaginings of the Blue Ridge Mountains.  The novel is new age and dark ages blended into a tension that will have the reader turning pages well into the wee hours.  Even if you have seen the movie, don't pass up this read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5QJODSPPLCO4?ASIN=0439023521	Would give it ten stars if I could!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not put this book down! From the very first sentence, I could tell I was going to love the story. I had not yet heard of it, hadn't even read any reviews (or even the jacket cover).<br/>The previous owner of my Kindle had the good grace to leave it for me to find, and the title caught my eye one night.<br/>Suzanne Collins paints such a clear picture of her characters and the world they live in.<br/>I fell in love with Katniss and found myself rooting for her throughout the book.<br/>I ended up buying the book for my fifteen year old niece for Christmas, and I am positive she is going to love it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16YIIAAYMKY5E?ASIN=0439023521	Addictive and a whole lot of staying power	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">By now most people interested already have an idea of the setting and story. What is hard to portray in a review is just how addictive the book is from the first few pages, and how well it handles the inevitable death within. It has gory deaths, but they are treated in a way that feels mature. The entire book makes me think of a violent Pixar film; appropriate for all ages, without the pandering that worse stories use. Post-apocalyptic settings and reality-show type death games have been everywhere in media for the last decade; and this easily stands out as one of the best representations.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LTESXHT4R7JF?ASIN=0439023521	Epic Series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Came across this book while looking for a new series for my 13 year old.  The premise....sounds absolutely awful, however this book is in my top 5 all time favorites!  Suzanne Collins had me riveted, I could not put it down until I was finished and was upset I didn't have the 2nd book in hand immediately. I have suggested this series to at least 30 people, ranging in age from 12-65, not a single person has been disappointed.  Many of the readers have thanked me profusely for the suggestion!  The characters are facinating, lovable, hateful and painted exquisitely!  Fantastic read for all!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3C8UVDHTOWNHN?ASIN=0439023521	Total Rip-Off, Twice!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Ok, this is a rip-off of a rip-off...and chances are, you may have already read or watched this movie/book already.<br/><br/>In 1982, Stephen King, aka Richard Bachman wrote 'The Running Man', which was turned into 'The Running Man' movie with Arnold Schwarzenegger in 1987. Only difference is that this story changes 'convicts' into 'selected teenagers'...same plot, same action, same wrong-turned-right intent.<br/><br/>If that isn't enough, there was a Japanese story called 'Battle Royale', which was first published before 2000, with english translation in 2003 (2nd ed was 2009), with additional sequels afterward. The movie was released originally in 2000 in Japan...and is not only a better more-believable story than 'The Hunger Games', but is IDENTICAL in story and intent...THE HUNGER GAMES is a massive work of plagerism!  If you don't like plagerism, if you think copying another's work is wrong, if you believe in copyright and original artist's rights...you would boycott this book and movie...see the original works, instead...they are BETTER.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R336L1DASD709E?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have been a teacher for nearly 18 years, and I have never had a novel that every kid in a class loved.  They keep asking me to get the next two.  I have kids that are not even in my classes ask me if they can borrow one.  I think the amazing details along with the compelling characters makes it one of the best books that has come out in a long long time.  Katniss, Peeta, Haymich, and all the rest nearly become real people.  The games themselves offer so much for lively discussions.  Lately much of the talk has been about the upcoming movie.  Here's hoping it will live up to the novel.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3S79QNPR9C2DE?ASIN=0439023521	Totally engrossing.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What can I say about this book besides WOW? I went in a skeptic because bandwagon literature and series tend to be dumbed down for the masses. I found the writing to be urgent, but meaningful. Hurried, but organized. This was all necessary to keep up with the fast tempo of the story. How the author managed to roll along with the abruptness of the progression of the plot, while also developing complex and relatable characters is beyond me but BRAVO. It immediately sucked me in and I literally COULD NOT PUT IT DOWN. I read it all in less than 24 hours. Worth every penny and every minute.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19JMF8U0CD49K?ASIN=0439023521	Not Just for Young Adults	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is one of those novels that stay with you long after you are finished reading. While most books in the YA genre are not appealing to older readers, the Hunger Games is an exception. The story is compelling, very visual and well written. By the end of the novel I truly cared for the two main characters and found myself in tears many times while reading. The violence was just disturbing enough to keep me on the edge of my seat and I would not recommend for readers under 13. I truly want to know what happens next and sincerely hope Suzanne Collins is writing a follow up.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1E6M868NPDJBF?ASIN=0439023521	Rima Vyas	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger Games, by Suzanne Collins, is a dystopian novel that is in the point of view of Katniss Everdeen. The world has changed and all the continents are mashed together to form one big landform, Panem. There are 12, one was destroyed, districts in Panem and Katniss lives in district 12. Every year the capital holds the hunger games, where they send two people, one boy and one boy, from each district where they have to fight off to their death. Her younger sister, Prim, is drawn to play in the games but Katniss volunteers to take her spot. Now she has to fight for her right to live.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XI3YQFS95M1?ASIN=0439023521	An incredible read...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is one of the best books I've read in a while. It's the kind of book that you read where you're like ""Eh, I'll read one more chapter..."" One more turns into two and then three and so on... You can't put it down. I would stop at times and then glance at the book wondering what would happen next. So, I had to keep going even if my eyes were tired. This book tugs on your heartstrings and fills you with anticipation to get to the end. I'm going to get the second book immediately. I haven't seen the movie yet, but want to. I'd recommend this book to everyone--absolutely magnificent.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R69JIX1BVS74K?ASIN=0439023521	Great weekend read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this when it first came out, but didn't have the chance the read the second two books in the trilogy.  With the movie coming out I decided to pick it up again and read the entire trilogy.  I think it might have been better the second time.  It is a quick read, but that isn't a bad thing.  I both loved and hated the characters in this book, which made the gripping story even better.  The character development is what this book stand out.  There have been other books with similar plots, but having the characters be so real, lovely, faulty, and broken makes this one a must read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OKVFB4RPU58J?ASIN=0439023521	I couldn't put this book down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had heard of this book but was never really interested in it even though I knew absolutely nothing about the story.  I was browsing on Amazon and came across the book and was able to read a few pages from the book and was absolutely HOOKED!!!  I understand that it is written for young adults, however, it is a very compelling story and not entirely implausible at the rate our world is changing.  The Hunger Games themselves are reality television, gladiators and the Olympic games all rolled into one.  I've only read the first book and I can't wait to dive into books two and three.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30RCVOUP8I4B2?ASIN=0439023521	Be warned, this is the only good book in the series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This first book is a decent read, interesting concept, and moves at a good pace.  You get to know the characters enough to care and no parts are boring.<br/><br/>However, be warned that this is the best book in the series by far and the plot and writing get worse and worse as you go to book 2 and then to book 3.  It starts to get very predictable and her writing's biggest weakness (describing some of the action scenes) shows up a lot in book 3 since there is a lot of action.<br/><br/>So I'm warning you now that you may enjoy the first book and maybe the second, but if you start this series and read all three books you might end up disappointed overall like I was.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1M8ATP9T33B6T?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm gonna be quick and say that from the first page I fell in love with the main character, Katniss, she is brave, stubborn and quite funny I must add. When she was chosen alongside Peeta I liked the chemistry between them, they were a great team. I will not say anything about this book cause I think there are a lot reviews that say what happens there, I just want to say CONGRATS to the author, Suzanne Collins. This is the best book that I ever read in my life, in spite the fact that isn't my type. But now, thanks to you, this type of book is my favorite.<br/>Congrats Suzanne!!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKCRNEVCQOGJT?ASIN=0439023521	Still Great After All The Times I've Read This Trilogy!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you're considering reading this trilogy for the first time, trust in all the lovers of these books, which out-do the movies by far! I've come to accept the movies, the third one came closest to the book for me, but I still return to the books for a great story that satisfies me every time I feel like reading them again! I've lost track how many times I've read them, but let's say I've gotten more than my monies worth! If they offer all 3 books at a reduced price, you may as well get the set, I'm quite sure you'll want to plow into the next one as soon as you finish the first!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/REK5EO1POAHE9?ASIN=0439023521	Riveting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book, in fact the entire series, is so intense and so riveting that I think it's NOT good for very young teens to read it - even though it was written for adolescents and teens The subject matter is gruesome, horrifying and violent, but the writer somehow keeps the main characters from the worst of it. It is a warning of what COULD happen in our country and is similar to what some young people in the world already experience. An excellent read for adults and perhaps an object lesson for us all to keep in mind to prevent something like this from happening in our own country.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R53MWPD1EGP6F?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Outstanding is all I can say. I guess I did this in reverse of most people. As I did not have interest in the movie when it came out and have only recently watched it. The movie was outstanding and made me curious as to just how good the book would be as the movie can never tell the whole story as they have to fit so much in to a 2 hour slot. So I loaded up the book and used Audible for Android and listened to it as I am not a reader. All I can say is after a sleepless night I had listened to the whole book and left me wanting more of the story. Great read or listen in my case.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ACCZODJMAS8?ASIN=0439023521	Book > movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I watched the movie inline with the book and the book is way better. The plot is much more straightforward and comprehensive than the movie. The movie was like unlinked series of events because the movie script did very poorly of explaining the actions of Katniss. Katniss in the book was a smart woman who knew how to hunt and fend for herself because of the time she spent with Gale. The movie Katniss appeared to wander aimlessly without reason for her survival of the Hunger Games.<br/><br/>If you don't want to waste any time, just read this book instead of watching the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ERRWB9SYZQ3L?ASIN=0439023521	Hard to put down.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had never heard of Hunger Games &amp; saw it in the store where they put the latest best sellers.<br/>It did't grab me at first, but after asking the clerk, &amp; checking some online reviews I thought why not.<br/>I didn't expect much based on the initial feedback, but this is one of the fastest paced books I've read.<br/>The author creates constant suspense &amp; action, and she is not afraid to shock you.<br/>Great setting, great story line, constant suspense, twists, turns, ..... everything.<br/>Brilliant book !!!<br/>I read all 3 in 2 weekends. The other two are just as good.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUZ7W7KBN0WE1?ASIN=0439023521	What a way to get back into reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I heard of this book through upcoming movies on the internet and thought i should see what it is all about. Once i started reading I couldn't stop, this book kept my attention and made me want to read more once it was over. I will not say anything specific about the book b/c their are many that may not have read it but there is good character building and it has a great story that flows real well. I recommend reading this book if you are into a bit of adventure, turmoil, and political rebellion... it was a very satisfying read. As a side not once i read this i had to buy the 2nd book, which is just as good, I will be starting the 3rd once I get a bit free time.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22D3PC3CVVBD3?ASIN=0439023521	Best Book In Years	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Finally, a new, interesting, captivating, and impossible to put down story! From beginning to end it is brilliant! There is not another book like this! I read at least a book a week, and have been getting bored with the same ole stuff over and over. Until I read this. What a relief! The depth, humor, heartache, action, romance, death, life, choices, thoughts, feelings, characters, writing...it is so real. While reading, I felt as if I was there the whole time. The ending could not have been better. If any series could equal or surpass the Twilight saga, this is it. Love it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17IQ7RH76EQJJ?ASIN=0439023521	Wow.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games could be violent at times, but it kept me interested. It was brilliantly written and kept me wanting more! The ending kept you wondering what happens next. During the actual Hunger Games, you will feel that same feeling Katniss does, Suzanne Collins did an excellent job with that. If you see the movie before you read the book, please understand that the book is so much better than the movie. The movie makes the Hunger Games seem darker and a lot more violent and morbid than it really is. The book will give you an entirely different perspective. I loved it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21312JSLUZPDF?ASIN=0439023521	On the edge	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thoroughly enjoyed this book and was very surprised that I did. For some reason I thought this was was younger readers and then discovered many of my friends had read it also. I was going to order the trilogy and then thought ...I'll just get the first book and see if I like it. Now I wish I had! The end of this book has left me wanting for more...will Peeta get Katniss? This book transported me into another world...another future,  yet it makes you think that this could be our world someday. It is everyone's responsibility to prevent this scenario from ever happening.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1J5JL54KX9GPF?ASIN=0439023521	This REVIEW is not a Review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Yes, this review is not a review. Everyone knows now about the mega roller coaster called Hunger Games. And every girl has the dream and excuse now other people standing in her way in the hunger games.<br/>Anyway, I am just in the mood of writing today while I hate writing. I just came here to pay my respects to one of the best books of all time.<br/>If you haven't read, don't feel outdated, just go read it. It has a personal sense to it. I only read it once, and I like to read books alot. But certain scenes are unforgettably.<br/><br/>May this Book be in your favor.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BAQEBGE83GOY?ASIN=0439023521	Is this book really worth all the attention it's getting?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Yes I believe so. I really do think this is an excellent story and well written. Just not too well written... that is why I gave only four stars and not 5. It is an amazing story and plot line, you get to the end of every page, chapter, and section and can't wait to continue. I read the entire book in two nights, I just could not stop reading.<br/><br/>However, I feel Suzanne Collins needs some help with her writing ability and needs to show hegemony of some vocab. She also falls victim to her fear of skipping over the gruesome parts too quickly almost leaving you feeling rushed</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYMISSWWR5WRL?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING READ!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had heard alot about this book from my friends and decided to give it a try along with Catching Fire and The Mockinjay....I bought them from Amazon instead of a book store and saved alot of money (I got 2 in hard cover and one in paperback)....But just being told about how great the book(s) are doesn't do justice to the story! I recommend these books to everyone!!!! I read the first one in 3 days (I couldn't put it down) and I just couldn't wait to get to the next book to see what will happen. And I am now on the edge of my seat to see the movie when it comes out!!!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ISC80J8O7LMZ?ASIN=0439023521	Action packed plot with some thought provoking themes.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Aimed at young adults but a great read for anyone, The Hunger Games is set in a post-apocalyptic United States where a cowed populace must submit two children from each territory to fight to the death on television. A compelling plot, a fast pace and sympathetic three dimensional characters make this book a great read. With echos of 1984 and Lord of the Flies, Collins explores the themes of government control, individuality, humanity, friendship, reality TV and survival. I'm not usually a fan of this genre but this particular book was so well written that I was hooked.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PTXP6YTHH8X0?ASIN=0439023521	Sad, violent, at times touching	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">In a dystopian future where the United States has collapsed and brutal regime has taken its place, young Katniss must participate in the Hunger Games. The games are a yearly spectacle, a televised fight to the death between 24 teenagers selected by lot. Think Gladiators + American Idol + Survivor. Katniss was forced to volunteer for the games in order to save her younger sister. It is basically a death sentence. This story is sad, violent, at times touching, at times even a bit humorous (in a ghoulish way), and often terrifying. I will have to read the entire series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBBFYJB710W8W?ASIN=0439023521	Shocked	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book too but I was shocked and saddened to see so many grammatical errors.  Even if Ms. Collins never learned the difference between 'lie' and 'lay' (two instances of misuse) or that prepositions take the objective case (at least two instances), are there no editors or proofreaders who did?  And this is at Scholastic Press, supposedly the arbiters of all things educational!  There were other errors of usage, which I find unforgivable.  What a terrible example to set for young people in a country that has clearly let learning be put on the back burner.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RV5LR5AESCC7F?ASIN=0439023521	23 years old and love it.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've read some classic si-fy/fantasy and this does not compare in complexity to books like Lord of the Rings or Dune. That being said, the book is a teen book, so expectations shouldn't be set that high. The characters and their development is great and I was hooked after the first chapter. While young, the characters fight their way through a very dystopic world with very mature attitudes. I also love that the main character is a strong female, something that is often lacking in pop-culture. If I had teenage children I would definitely encourage them to read this.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1V19SJS2D6ZHJ?ASIN=0439023521	Beautiful and vulnerable	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was impossible to put down and think about anything else than survival. Such dystopian fiction is perfect for any teenager, or still, anyone of any age to immerse themselves in. Collins should be praised for her ability to create such a world that is so cruel, and yet where no reader would want to escape from once lost in it. Our central character Katniss is beautifully vulnerable, a character only considered from long thought and analysis to suit Collins' hostile realm. Read if you need mental and emotional inspiration from Katniss' strength and determination.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3EASY8KWKI5K0?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I started this book with very high expectations since every review I have read and even heard of sang it praises. Now that I am finished all I can think is: Oh...my...freaking...gosh. I think I love this book. It lived up to and surpassed my expectations! Action packed in every sense of the words it is all about survival and the emotional after effects. It has a love story but none of those gushy instantaneous love situations. You can clearly see it concerns relationships forged by time and trials. I will definitely be reading ""Catching Fire"" as soon as possible.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPHSPZ2T2A9GI?ASIN=0439023521	It will blow your expectations	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was first itroduced to this book so a book club almost three years ago. Back then, we had no idea that it would become the hit that it is today, but we all loved it. I remember this was the most popular book our club talked about, and we all eagerly awaited Ctaching Fire.<br/><br/>And not without reason! Collins really GETS it. Unlike many of the copies that are being produced, Collins had been able to find a balance between everything that you must have to write a book set in a world like this. Danger, love, determination, and sacrafice.<br/><br/>Good job!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1AOABXVKBGKXZ?ASIN=0439023521	Incredible!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is an amazing book.  I loved it from cover to cover.  To those who critize it's ""lack of a moral"" - you just don't get it.  I'm definately giving this book to my teenage grandkids.  The entire point of this book is about sacrificing one's self and about appreciating what we have today because our world could change.  I want my kids to understand and be grateful for the very food on the table.  I loved it and I know my grandchildren will too.  I finished reading this book at 1 a.m. and immediately downloaded the next one on my Kindle Fire and started reading!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QEOAVDZX4HVP?ASIN=0439023521	OMG Amazing Book, Spellbinding, All Ages!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I picked up this book after reading about it in women's magazines and seeing it hyped up on my college campus. Yes, it is a YA novel, but man oh man, it was a GREAT read from start to finish. I am so glad I picked it up. I was hooked immediately. It is so rare to read a book when you can't wait to get home to keep reading...and this is exactly like that! Very,very creative/clever, detail oriented, and well-written. I feel compelled to read the next book in the series. I am telling all my friends about this too! Simply a FAB read for all ages and genders. A+++++++</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HOZBP49MFB1O?ASIN=0439023521	One of the best books around	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had heard this trilogy was for young adults but that is not true! You already know the plot, so I won't go into it. The books were highly recommended to me by a 62 year old woman. Being a baby boomer, I devoured the trilogy in no time flat. And then after you have read the trilogy, you are not in the mood for any other books because you are still reliving those moments from The Hunger Games. I loved this book and recommend it to everyone, young and old! I can't wait to see the movie in March to see the spectacular costumes and Katniss fighting to the death.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IKQIKREA7LIQ?ASIN=0439023521	Perfect in every way.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was so fast moving and amazing. The plot is one of those that you wonder how somebody could come up with it and the characters in this book was great and I love that play on words with Petahs name (his dad is a baker and his name is Petah a.k.a. petah bread. Sorry if I spelled it wrong.) I like that Katniss volunteered to be in the Hunger games it makes the evil of it seem more soft. I also liked how the author mixed the hard core  killing in the games with the sadness of Rues death. Quite a good book. Anybody so hasn't read it I hope you read it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LGH8UDC9ONQ9?ASIN=0439023521	I Couldn't Put It Down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought that this was one of the most amazing books I have ever read! I started it on a plane ride and didn't stop the WHOLE time!!!!!! I thought this was VERY well written. I don't know what to read now because not only am I thinking about the characters that she gave life to, I don't know what kind of book can follow this up! If anyone is even thinking of reading this book... STOP THINKING AND START READING!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! This was soooooo amazing... I can't wait for the second book to come out!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! (September 1st)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R194O43JH3B1AN?ASIN=0439023521	I love the world and characters	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A friend told me of this book and encouraged me to read it.  I am glad I did as it fits right into the worlds I like to find myself in when reading.  There are certain things that Suzanne Collins puts into the books that I feel only a true hunter would understand so it makes me think that she's either lived the life of an outdoors person or had references close to her that they could explain some of the little items that she added. Some of them made me laugh because I've experienced the same things in my time. A great read and thanks for the adventure.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35OFO727BAKDZ?ASIN=0439023521	Great book, fast read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As you can tell by the reviews and popularity of the book it is a fine read. I read it in 3 days, two of which I worked 12 hr shifts. It is very entertaining and fast paced, you fall in love with many characters even the ones you wish you didn't. I often reminded myself that I was reading a book about children thrown into an environment in which  the ""kill or be killed"" reigned supreme. It made me think that maybe current culture is not too far from the premise, I hope I am wrong but it is fathomable. It was at times predictive, but still a great read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1R7TM1AIMH2QF?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was definetly my favorite book ever. The dystopian theme that seems to be so popualr in young adult books now was horrifying and facinating at the same time. It gives readers a look on poverty and hunger. I laughed at the frivolous capitol people and cried during the blood-curling scenes of the Hunger Games. I love the love triangle between Katniss, Peeta and Gale. I love the passion and strenght that Katniss has and the bond between her and Peeta, because they where in the Games together and survived. Just one question. Was anyone on team Gale??</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1W8JZYGHYK9O1?ASIN=0439023521	LOVE these books	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am not a young adult and I generally hate post-apocalypse sci-fi fantasy -- and the description sounded awful.  But this was a book club selection, so I read it.  And then I read the next two books in the trilogy.  All in one weekend.  I loved these books. Really, really loved them.  I am not sure if it's the characters, especially Katniss, or the way it made me think about violence, goodness, evil, children and war, or if it was just the great storytelling.  But who cares.  These are immensely readable and thoughtful books for kids and for adults.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R217JO7T2EHGDY?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought this book not knowing what it was about, but after reading it I have no regrets. It had a great plot, lots of action, and quite a bit of suspence, all great things in a book, it's also well written in a way that makes it enjoyable for anyone from high school students to your more aged readers. I wasn't aware that it was a part of a trilogy, however it ends in a way that would make it a great book that could have stood by itself with out the other parts of the trilogy. It really is an altogether great book and I suggest you give it a read. :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBBS7HDY7BAAG?ASIN=0439023521	Best Book Ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is by far the best book I have ever read. For all those two star rating haters GET A LIFE!!!  For the parents out there looking at these reviews to see if this is an okay book for their kids to read it is.I'm 11 a d my dad didnt want me readi g tbis because he thought it sounded too violent but i coaxed him into reading it so he could prove there was something wrong with it and he didnt find anything and the whole seiries except for tthe third book is great the third book is a little rushed but still okay i guess. SO DONT BE A HATER!!!!!!!!! :D</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5SG7P1FFFYTA?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book (and the whole series too!)!! It was a compelling story full of expertly created characters. Suzanne Collins has the ability to create unique worlds where you can escape with the characters. You feel what they feel and are put into the ethically challenging situations that she puts her characters into. I have read this series two times over and intend on reading it again before the movie comes out. I know some people have given this a poor review but what they fail to remember is that it is just a story. READ IT!! You'll love it!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3US7HP0UD7THU?ASIN=0439023521	As an adult reader - I loved it - It even got my 17 yr old son to READ!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Bought the trilogy after hearing so much about it this year. It is a totally engaging read. Author paints a great picture and I could see it all in my mind, just how a book should play out as you read. I'm over 40 and really liked it.<br/><br/>I also twisted my son's arm and nagged and pushed this book on him to try and get him to just READ....and as soon as he started, he read it all in 2 days. That was like the 2nd book he ever read that wasn't assigned to him from school and he truly liked it a lot.<br/><br/>Definitely a BUY recommendation.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24E5EYNCJ1Z54?ASIN=0439023521	So good I've bought it twice.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I originally read this in paperback several years ago when the book came out , and loved it.  It happens that I was in the middle of a cross country trip and realized the movie was coming out, so of course, I had to re-read the books beforehand.  I bought Hunger Games on my Kindle so that I could re-read the whole lot before seeing the movie.  I also shared this with my Mom who promptly read all three books in three days...she then shared it with a friend who ""doesn't read"" who knocked all three out in a week and a half.  I think that says it all!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBSYF3RGV2U8O?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't Put it Down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow, just wow! I got this on an acquaintance's recommendation. Was not too sure about a ""youth book"". I picked it up lightly one day when I didn't want a book I might actually get into. Whoops. From about page 3 I was lost. Lost to the book. I could not put it down. I was actually bummed I had to go to sleep! I started it later in the evening so technically it took me two days to read this. I cannot wait to get the next two books. Every page is important, there is no useless filler in this book. And talk about a cliffhanger ending! Love this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Q2E546ZMNAB0?ASIN=0439023521	I loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved it!<br/>I'm not a big fan of dystopian novels as they usually paint a bleak future. Hunger Games is different, so different. It slips in that secret hope that within each heart no matter how dark, there is that human element. The thing that helps us put one foot in front of the other and become our brother's keeper.  This amazing book contains that inner gyro that keeps faith in humanity alive and kicking. The story begins much like that classic short story, The Lottery by Shirley Jackson, but it goes on to grab the reader and never let go. I'm ready for the next book in the series. This is really good reading!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3US7S4N1C4HN3?ASIN=0439023521	couldn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was chosen for our book club and is one of the reasons I love book clubs since I never would have read it on my own. I was afraid of another teenage Twilight-ish book (and don't get me wrong, I enjoyed those books too, I just wanted something different) but The Hunger Games had me hooked from the first page. I couldn't put it down, it was well paced, had well developed characters and left me wanting more. Read at your own risk, because if you start this book, you won't be able to stop till you've finished off the whole of the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBH8D4V5RBJBO?ASIN=0439023521	Gripping Story!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought this book taught some beautiful lessons on true humanity and what can become of us when we give in to what we know is not right!!  It's a story you won't want to stop reading, and it transports you to another world, a sad and dreary world where people are not treated with respect or kindness, where hunger is the norm in the districts, but the people of the Capital eat delicacies and live in luxury. The conflict richly works within as well as outside the characters you will grow to love.  Trust me, you won't want to stop at Book one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2T19KCMYJVFV4?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">At first I did not really want to read this book. My friend convinced me and now I cant put them down. After I got done reading this book I went to the next. THis book made me laugh, cry, and it made me sad. Its sad how Katniss and Gale family live. It also it's sad how the Capitol has all these poeple from different districts doing game competition to the death for food. Loved how Katniss ended up becoming Peeta partner to win and just loved what they did at the end. I am Team Katniss all the way. It is a must read and its so worth the time.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RYKVEQFAD40B?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book that I purchased as a used book was in excellent condition.  It was a great purchase. As I read the first couple of chapters I didn't think I was going to like it.  I'm not into futuristic science fiction. However, as the story progressed, the twists and turns kept my attention.  If you can get through the teen violence, you will like the story.  And the author does an excellent job of setting up the second book.  When I read a book that makes me think about it when I'm not reading, I consider it a good book.  This was a good book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NVX1LJULE48J?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games - an adult read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoy a good fantasy and am sick of the quest scenarios.  The Hunger Games is aimed at young adult readers but as a not at all young adult - I very much enjoyed it.  Good main characters - a few fringe ones seemed less so well defined especially in so far as motives etc. Having said that- as the story is told from the viewpoint of the main character Katniss, I guess that accords with her own limited knowledge of them. The plot line is terrific as well as the twists and turns.  Could not put it down and read all 3 volumes within few days.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36SDBMVNMW5MK?ASIN=0439023521	Wow, just wow.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I literally read this book cover-to-cover in 1 day. It was by far one of the best books I have ever read. I always buy books online so I can get good deals but after reading the first book I had to go to the bookstore and buy the second one for full hardcover price. I am about 50 pages in and was definitely worth the $20.<br/><br/>The way she describes all the details was so riveting that I found myself really connecting with the characters in the book. I would say anyone from 12 to 100 would enjoy the action/love/suspense of this amazing book!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ACQUQWPLQOZU?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the book that got me interested in Dystopian fiction.<br/>Suzanne Collin's has such a gift with words. Her writing is so vibrant and rich that at times I forgot that I wasn't actually safe in my home.<br/>At the beginning of each chapter I would tell myself, ""Self, you can only read ONE MORE Chapter and then you have to (fill in the blank...Cook, clean, eat, bathe, take care of family, ect...)"" Needless to say, I didn't listen to myself :o} I kept reading and reading until I was done and after that I replayed the story over and over in my head.<br/>This is a story that will stay with me for the rest of my days.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RYD9KL0SQ22H?ASIN=0439023521	SO SO SO SO SO SO GOOD!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is a great book. I'm so glad I read this book. It's so good, that even though I'm only ten, it only took me five hours. It was so amazing. I felt like I was really Katniss, the girl on fire. The author did a good job on not to heavily descriving the bloodiness. Also, she did a good job of putting clever little twists in here and there. The plot was amazing from the first page. If you have not read the Hunger Games, you have not lived life. The Hunger Games is a great book (t is took me one hour thirty minutes to write).</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DR3UAM1KIPAE?ASIN=0439023521	"A not so ""teen"" teen novel"	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was captivated by Collin's writing from the first page. She has incredible character and plot development- withholding information and revealing it at just the right time. However once the ""Games"" began, the violence was just too much for me. I was thinking about it in the middle of the night and truly disturbed. While the story is unique and compelling, it is not for a young audience. I'm a 25 year old woman and it's too much for me. As much as I have come to love the characters in The Hunger Games, I will not be reading the sequel.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RAD4ZN5NUI6YX?ASIN=0439023521	Be ready to be controlled	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am not totally sold on this book.  It really does control the reader, while other books give you time to think about other solutions to problems or what might happen next.  This book is just too controlling, which is the way the games are played.  The actual games are exciting but what comes before and what comes right at the end is a big cop out by the author IMHO.  I can't tell the end results but I do still feel manipulated.  And I am going to try to see the movie ASAP, just to see how close it comes to the book. No, I enjoyed the book, but do not see all the great reviews and reaction it has obtained.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRTP8V1LCUNNK?ASIN=0439023521	A thrilling read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was not exactly what I expected.  It was tastefully written about a time that could actually happen with the way the world is heading.  I was pleasently surprised that the book was not all gory, but a good story.  It was so much better than the movie which had to leave out so much of it.  Probably because much of the book is what is being thought about in the minds of the characters.  I could not put it down and immediately purchased the two sequels to THE HUNGER GAMES.  I read all 3 books in 2 1/2 days while on a road trip.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TIGDJT6N0PKR?ASIN=0439023521	A little predictable, but a great ride!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">You know when you get ready to ride a roller coaster and you can see where all the twists, turns, and loops are before you hop on, but you still have a blast when you experience them?  That's kind of how I felt reading this first installment to the trilogy.  I could see many of the twists and turns coming, but that definitely didn't take away from the great ride.  Collins does a great job of moving the story along while getting you to care about her characters.  If you're looking for an addicting read, I'd recommend picking this up.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3D51EMB27IJJ2?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games= win	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">HUNGER GAMES<br/><br/>This is definitely one of my favorite books of all time. From the first time I picked it up, i could not put it down. The subject matter was so interesting and like nothing I had ever read before. Suzanne Collins is truly a great writer.<br/>I was instantly enthralled with katniss' story and wanted to learn more.  All the characters are highly developed and the romance is as good as the writing.<br/>I would recommend this to everyone and I already have to all my friends.<br/>Its really an amazing read!<br/>Bravo Suzanne collins!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2AA99F5KGPT70?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am the type guy that doesn't really read books, mostly watching tv &amp; movies or reading magazines about cars and other ""guy stuff"". However, I decided to give the sample for the kindle a try and was hooked. While I read other reviews saying the book was bad because of this or that, I found it to be a nice escape to read it. I had to fight with my wife over the kindle as she was trying to read her books, which totally shocked her, LOL!! Took me about 3-4 days to read the book. I had fun reading it and would recommend it to everyone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3W3TKKJQHEXNK?ASIN=0439023521	Riveting & Challenging	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This beautifully written novel absorbs the reader from its very first pages.  The author creates a vivid world whose logic immediately convinces and never flags, while the immersive process of learning the arbitrary rules of a game where error is fatal alongside Katniss and her fellow competitors suggests a world not so far from our own, with its lust for reality shows, and their abject humiliation of contestants. The Hunger Games is that rare novel that transcends age, gender, and genre, and thus deeply repays any reader's time.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YUENMHJEKJE4?ASIN=0439023521	Fast paced, Entertaining, Good Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I kept hearing about the hype around The Hunger Games and decided to finally check it out. So I got The Hunger Games and finished it within four days of starting. This is definitely a book you won't want to put down once you start reading. Even though the story was kind of predictable at some points, it still kept me entertained at a couple parts I didn't see coming. The writing is light and easy enough to understand without much thought. I would definitely recommend this to anyone that enjoys a young adult fantasy genre book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBQP5B924HFDN?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">An author that can take something set in the future and make it relevant in today's world is rare. That's why Suzanne Collins Hunger Games series is so popular. She takes elements of our world today with some new ideas and mixes them all up in an interesting and compelling way. I read this book very quickly and can't wait to get the next two in the series. Don't be afraid of the genre of this book. Good storytelling is good storytelling no matter what genre and Suzanne Collins has done just that - told a great story. Enjoy!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYKVL90D83PSL?ASIN=0439023521	Hooked!  I am absolutely hooked	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this first book in 2 days.  I know it's a Young Adult novel, but just like Harry Potter, it drew me in.<br/><br/>Suzanne Collins' writing makes it easy to visualize District 12, the trip to the Capitol and the games themselves.  When this becomes a movie, and I'm sure it will, I can't wait to see how they create Cinna's outfits.<br/><br/>Katniss is a likeable, humble hero.  Gale and Peeta are perfect for the love triangle.  And, this is such an interesting look into the future.  I can't wait to see how this trilogy evolves!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQ1RIT51FJPA6?ASIN=0439023521	a great story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I believe with the popularity of the Hunger Games series there isn't much I can say that hasn't already been said.  I will read the entire series, why? Because it is a great story.  I love the character development, loved the plot and I enjoyed the twists.  I guess the only thing I wish it had were pictures, but now that it has the movies, I guess that is taken care of, but illustrations from the author, like Dickens did many times may have made this great book even better.  But, that is my only complaint, superb read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20HLUUQ3HEM34?ASIN=0439023521	Unforgettable	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I would recommend The Hunger Games to anyone, any age. The story is intriguing, the writing is simple and yet beautiful, and the characters are unforgettable (I find myself still thinking about the characters, long after finishing). Definitely one of the best things I've read in recent years. This is my favorite book in the series, though they're all wonderful and devastating and interesting.<br/><br/>PROS: excellent premise, great characters, well written<br/>CONS: none that I can think of, except that it was over too quickly!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KCZABV9BRXMZ?ASIN=0439023521	A must read for all ages	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Although marketed to teens I found this book (and series) to be appropriate for all ages.  In fact, there are many situations that may be more suitable for a mature audience and hard for young people:  brutal murder, starvation, a profoundly corrupt government and its abuse of power, just to name a few.  I am a 38 year old professional and mom of two babies and I was hooked almost immediately.  I truly cared for these characters and their ability to overcome hardships without completely losing their mind.  A must read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PKVK06HIU3EO?ASIN=0439023521	Thank you Amazon Reviwers	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Scanning through amazon, i came across this book, read the plot synopsis and reviews and had to run out and buy it right away.  Read through it in a 24 hour period.  It was amazing and i didn't want to put it down.  So excited I don't have to wait long for the sequel and I couldn't help but think of this book as a movie while i was reading.  Heard it is coming out in 2011, couldn't find any other news on the movie though.  I recommended this book to everyone and even sent it out to my brother as soon as i was finished!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R373CH3AGBDTLC?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was one of the best books I've read in a long time. I started it thinking it was a book just for teens but it's not. There is so much going on emotionally between the characters and its very unpredictable. The struggles Katniss had with the games as well as her inner struggles was written very well. And you could feel the tension. The emotions are intense and i found myself wrapped up in the scenes. I love a book that can keep me captivated. And the writer did exactly that.<br/>Can't wait to read the next two books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMVB0RV6D7PKE?ASIN=0439023521	This is the type of book to fall in love with. . .	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is truly easy to love.  The characters in the book are painted in such a beautiful way that you never want to put the book down.  The book introduces Katniss, a name which I love, the main character in the story.  It leads you through her world of doubt, truth, heroism, and eventually love.  She is a hunter by nature and get pulled into these ""hunger games"" with another character from her district, in which only one can survive. I will leave it at this and let you read the book to judge for yourself.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NKADIBGZWAYN?ASIN=0439023521	Read before seeing the Movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie when it came out for cable viewers, it was okay. There was a lot of publicity and it seemed to be so popular, I felt ""out-of-it"" for not liking the movie more than just okay.<br/><br/>Finally, after much peer pressure from the Y/A and Teens librarian, I am reading the series. I just finished The Hunger Games, and I do like it. I am on a waiting list for ""Catching Fire"" and ""Mockingjay"". I am looking forward to reading the rest of the series, and at least getting in sync with the rest of the world.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R338C7YCH7QBV2?ASIN=0439023521	Long Awaited	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wasn't interested in reading this trilogy but both my daughters got on my case and insisted that I at least get The Hunger Games so we could go see the movie together.I always like to read the book first so I gave in, now I'm on the last book Monkingjay and will finish it before both my daughters. I started on the first book,and couldn't stop and I'm not looking forward to the day I finish it<a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Mockingjay-The-Final-Book-of-The-Hunger-Games/dp/B003XF1XOQ"">Mockingjay (The Final Book of The Hunger Games)</a>. Really enjoyed it, and looking for my next great book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26332ISZXH80K?ASIN=0439023521	A really good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had my doubts about this book at first. Being a 36 year old male, I wondered if I was being sucked into some over dramatized teenage love story, but I was pleasantly surprised. The book is well done and well written. The character development is outstanding, and although Katniss is not a typical protagonist, she grows on you as the reader, and you start to feel the weight of her burden.  I love the dystopian feel of the novel, and the picture of human depravity that is portrayed here. This is one worth reading!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3O3SBWY6FNCOW?ASIN=0439023521	Had to read it again	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought this last year when I was browsing for a new read on my Kindle and thought it sounded interesting. This was before I had heard anything about it being made into a movie or how popular it had become. I love it so much I'm reading the series for the second time and it's even better now. I'm a fan of science fiction that isn't too far-fetched and could imagine this happening. It's been awhile since I've run across something that I liked well enough to read again but this is that work. Let the games begin!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PXHVE6GMDZHG?ASIN=0439023521	Newest addition to my top 10 list	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">For some reason this book grabbed me and didn't let go until the last page.  For me, this book was a cross between <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Giver/dp/0385732554"">The Giver</a> and <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Ender-s-Game-Ender-Book-1/dp/0812550706"">Ender's Game (Ender, Book 1)</a> which resulted in this post-apocalyptic scifi adventure involving children who act more like adults than most adults I know.  Although the series takes a turn downhill, you could read just this book and still walk away feeling happy, sad, excited, apprehensive, proud, and disgusted... all at the same time.  Loved it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NDGV728LMHDA?ASIN=0439023521	Strangely compelling	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Disturbing storyline, done in a tasteful, fairly non-violent, page turning way. It is a cross between The Truman Show, Survivor, Mad Max and Margaret Haddix's The Shadow Children series. Wierd, I know- but it works. Middle school girls who like fantasy will be hooked. I didn't think I'd like it when I heard the premise, but as a bookseller who has seen it flying off the shelves, I had to read it, and wasn't disappointed. If you liked this, read Margaret Haddix's ""Running Out of Time"" and Shadow Children series.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3M3AUXK7Z5P4D?ASIN=0439023521	A Thriller	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Seriously, this book came to me as a present from somone and I just left it on my shelf. I got bored so, I decided to get the book and start reading. After the first few chapters, Suzanne Collins completely hooked me with her book. I didn't realize I was up to a 100 pages or so until my arms got sore. I laid down on my bed and read straight for the next three hours or so. I recommend anyone of this book if they love the romance, action, and the storyline of any book in he library. This book is simply stunning.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HRMEA2YKJU00?ASIN=0439023521	ONE OF THOSE	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this series is one of those books that literally stays with you everyday of your life. i cant view anything in the same way as i used to after this book. im currently finishing up the third book in the trilogy, but i want everybody to know, that these books are the first to compel an actual amazon.com review out of me. ive read that the first book is terrifying, and it is, that the second book doesnt disappoint as the middle of a trilogy and it doesnt. just read them, seriously. i dont know what else to sayl</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZTOM4Y8DRFH7?ASIN=0439023521	Eagerly awaiting a second	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am a huge fan of Stephenie Meyer's, so when she suggested this book (The Hunger Games by, Suzanne Collins)on her website I looked into it. After receiveing the book I couldn't put it down. I can not wait for a second to find out more about Katniss Evergreen. She is now one of my (very few) favorite characters ever written. In my opinion, Collins (like Meyer) has a wonderful way of writing a fantastic alteration of reality and making the characters relatable. Needless to say, I enjoyed this book immensely.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GYSZYCLHCO85?ASIN=0439023521	HOW???	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">How is it possible to give this masterpiece less than 5 stars! I'd give it a hundred!<br/>I mean, it's been a really really really long while since all my desires came down to turning pages. It is terrific literature. A book that WILL BE READ many decades after we all say our Hi to the Lord. Why? Because it tells the story of a battle between humanity and its opposite within people's hearts.<br/>The language is beyond compare.<br/>Guys, don't you make the biggest mistake of your lives by not reading it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TYH60BS0J6RG?ASIN=0439023521	COULD NOT PUT THIS ONE DOWN!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Friends had been telling me to read this book, and I finally got around to it and COULD NOT put it down. I was late to work because I didn't want to stop reading the story. I read it on my lunch, breaks and finished it when I got home. Can't wait to start reading the second one. Even though it is found in the young adult category, it's a must read for any one, any age. Every page keeps you on edge, wondering what is going to happen next, with the finale making you want more. Buy, rent or borrow this book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16AUCF73EV4DI?ASIN=0439023521	Wow	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I just finished reading the trilogy and this book, along with the other 2, is the best that I have read in a LONG time.  I bought this book for my 12-year old daughter and decided to read it, too.  I was immediately immersed in the story and could not wait to read the others.  We both read along at different paces, but loved to talk about what happened every day and share our thoughts on the story together.  This story was written so well that the characters felt real to me and I was sad to see it end.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZKZZZUHC3FBD?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was skeptical about reading this story because of the content I'd heard about.  I had not seen the movie as I prefer to read the book first.  Once I started in, I couldn't put it down.  It was so refreshing to read something totally different that kept you anxiously turning pages.  The reader just has to know what happens next!  ""The Hunger Games"" is one of those books that has you asking yourself ""Why am I reading this?"" and yet you're pulled into the story with no escape.  I thoroughly enjoyed it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28N7305FNQO50?ASIN=0439023521	Questionable entertainment	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Contains a spoiler<br/><br/>Hmmm I have mixed feelings after reading the first book of this series. It was thoroughly entertaining, but therein lies the problem. I do not like the fact that I was entertained by children killing each other... I expected a revolt in the end to justify all the murder that was going on, but it never happened. It felt like Collin's was entertaining me with gladiatorial violence rather than a good story. That said, I have not read the second or third books yet. Maybe book two and three will be better. This just left a bad taste in my mouth.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R285VCZG8HSBKZ?ASIN=0439023521	Not bad	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a surprising choice for our book club, as it is a young adult book. Nevertheless, we take turns, and I wasn't sorry to have read it. The story is very engaging, Collins weaves a credible fantasy. If anything, I felt it a bit lacking in detail--not enough description of places and events to really establish a clear picture of what's going on. I also found the love scenes a bit tedious at times and drawn out. But it is a quick and interesting read, and it kept me turning the pages. Worthwhile.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2000SNKAL728D?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought this book for the teens in my family. I read it, too, out of curiosity. I can't tell you that it was my favorite book but it was quite readable and I finished it. I sent it along to my mother who read it also. She was in her 90s at the time and said that it was interesting but she did not want to read the rest of the series as it was not exactly her cup of tea. My grandson read all of the series and loved them. I found all of this fascinating. I am always glad to supply a book to a reader..</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RE32LR3AENSP2?ASIN=0439023521	Book Trumps Movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was procrastinating getting into this series, but the movie made me want to read the book. A brave yet vulnerable female lead, fighting for her life and also juggling her feelings about love, death, and the society she was born into. The book plot varies a lot from the movie (of course I prefer the things that happened in the book). Exciting, had some humor, had some grief, and suspense. Sometimes found it hard to believe this was for 7th graders &amp; up. A great dystopian novel that makes you think.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2W2I9J13RDKWW?ASIN=0439023521	Truly moving.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I... I am just shocked by how Suzanne has moved me in a book I was ALREADY reluctant to read. I thought that I would get to attached to some characters, and then cry for days under my blanket. But after I actually sat there, bought the book, read the first few pages... I was  hooked into this world of panem. If you are like me, people who truly get into the story you read... then I promise you tears, I promise you anger, and I promise you joy from the hilarity of how stupid reality can be sometimes.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1P7YJUW5TQZRL?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read, Fast Paced	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I resisted the Hunger Games because it is listed as youth reading.  I don't usually like reading books intended for young readers (i.e. Harry Potter) but I decided to give this book a try.  I was really surprised at what a great book this is, it is very fast paced and keeps your attention gripped from the beginning.  I did however think it was much too violent and somewhat sadistic for young readers.  Definitely worth your time but make sure you have time to finish the entire series once you start.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHBESSZCI4VYC?ASIN=0439023521	You won't be sorry.  Read The Hunger Games and the next two in the series!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put The Hunger Games down.  This is an enthralling book that pulled me in immediately and never let go.  Based in the future after a war between the Capital and the 13 districts, the Capital after winning, controls the Districts with an iron hand.  The main character, Katniss Everdeen, is a tough girl of 17 that will win your heart.  After reading The Hunger Games, I quickly bought the second (Catching Fire) and third (The Mockingjay) books of the series.  I read all 3 in under a week.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R153G0OVBYGU4Y?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't put this book down. The entire trilogy together is easily one of my favorite books of all time. Suzanne Collins does an incredible job in character development...not even a quarter of the way into the book I felt for each of the characters and took their trials and tribulations as my own. Her intense story telling and twists and turns kept me guessing (and wanting more). I'm glad I purchased this book instead of borrowing or renting from a library...I plan to read it over and over again.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11XO2K0W9I497?ASIN=0439023521	Incredible Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins' Hunger Games draws you in from the start.  In a futuristic society, where teens are plucked randomly from a drawing to participate in a fight-to-their-death televised reality game, sixteen-year-old Katniss Everdeen, an unlikely heroine rises out of obscurity to become the star and winner of the Games.  Along the way, she discovers who to trust and who to love.  An incredible fast-paced read.  You get drawn into this world and the Game.  One of the best books I've read recently.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26HBLFZQJPDX1?ASIN=0439023521	Brilliant...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am not going to write a formal review of this book...there is no point...there are about a million reviews out there...I simply want to say that it is brilliant...the entire series is...and I put off reading it for a very long time because I mistakenly thought it would not interest me.  Once I began reading it...I bought the next two books in the series and read them straight through...once you start them there is simply no stopping...it is that exciting...and you have to know what happens...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DLFB7X4QQBV1?ASIN=0439023521	An Engaging Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My mother and brother both began reading this book at the same time. Feeling left out and having the desire to join in, I purchased this on my Kindle.<br/><br/>This book is one of those reads that is hard to put down. Listening to the story of Katniss, her hardships, her relationships with family and friends, and her time dealing with the Games and the Capitol makes you 'hunger' for more.<br/><br/>I could read this over and over. I recommend this book to anyone contemplating on reading it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2U0VWE1UO20KC?ASIN=0439023521	No wonder teens are flocking to take up archery!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games (book one of the hunger games trilogy) is amazing.  It's no wonder that pre-teens and teens around the world are flocking to take up archery.  I originally downloaded this book for my son, who described the storyline in pretty broad terms.  To be honest I didn't see how it could be a good story, but it turned out to be a real page turner!  Once I started on the first book, I had to read all three.  The hunger games trilogy has to be one of the best series I've read this year.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QPLKFUVLI34C?ASIN=0439023521	Reluctant Reader Roped In!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is a must have for the reluctant reader - grade six.  One of my most reluctant readers had an incredible look on his face when he finished.  His emotional ridden face piqued my interest and drew me (a grade six teacher) to this book.  I wanted to see why this book captured one of my most reluctant readers...immediately I understood-gripping, high drama, page turner, I would highly suggest this book for tough, reluctant, mature readers.<br/><br/>Reluctant Reader Library Must Have!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30QNDDUZ6V9DT?ASIN=0439023521	It was AMAZING!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved every moment of this series! I do agree that the third book is at some points a little harder to read but it didn't stop me from loving it! I could stop reading them and all I wanted to do was know what happened next. I read all three books in about 2 weeks :) I love the way Suzanne Collins paints a picture in your head while you are reading the Hunger games and you fall in love with almost every character she's created. This book will make you laugh, cry and leave you wanting more.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39U3NLRBJPWR?ASIN=0439023521	What a Ride!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I pretty much didn't put the book down once I started reading it. You almost can't.<br/>I liked it a lot, even though it's a lot more violent than I would expect a young adult book to be.<br/>Even so, it's a great book. I read it after I saw the movie, and I liked the movie a lot, but enjoyed the book even more.<br/>Katniss is an easy heroine to root for, and I plan to read Catching Fire before it comes to theater.<br/>I definitely understand why this book has caused such a sensation.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1AQJC0DQISMFV?ASIN=0439023521	Great story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I like that its something different than the norm.  I like that it shows girls in survival roles.  I like that it talks about the significance of healthy weight and survival.  A great way to analyze human nature,  self discovery, and traumatic stress...for young adults!  While it is very detailed it leaves much to the imagination.  I like that you get a sense of gore with out it really describing every gory detail.  I also like that there is romance with modesty.  Just really well done.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YC0M3KPZSORB?ASIN=0439023521	Exciting from start to finish!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read The Hunger Games because of all of the hoopla I had heard about it.  The hoopla was well deserved!  In fact, I went on to read the rest of the trilogy including Catching Fire and Mockingjay. Hats of to Suzanne Collins for writing three books that kept me at the edge of my seat and for choosing to make her lead character a strong believable young woman. The imagery and events in the post apocolyptic world setting may not appeal to everyone but I had no problem with it.  Great read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XF6LA9JTNL3U?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic, fresh storyline	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am not one to read these types of books but this book immediately caught my attention.  I found the storyline exciting with a good pace - gave up all my spare time to finish reading it.  It takes place in post-apocalyptic United States after a major uprising.  Suzanne Collins did a terrific job bringing the reader into this new world, with all of its evils and excesses.  Way to go Katniss Everdeen for taking on the Capitol!  It is a must read for anyone who likes a suspenseful novel.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R65N9166EVYG0?ASIN=0439023521	Engaging and entertaining	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Since my first read of Ender's game I have yet to find a book where I connect with the main character as well I did with Ender.  Until, The Hunger Games.  From beginning to end Suzanne Collins keeps you entirely enthralled by her heroin Katniss.  If you are wondering if this book is worth the money to purchase let me assure you it is.  Do yourself a favor and buy it.  It is a quick but enjoyable read that you will find yourself in an entirely different world fighting for your life!  Engaging and entertaining.  Entirely worthy all five stars.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCDRZXP6B1EZT?ASIN=0439023521	Not Just for Tweeners and Teens	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have not read any Harry Potter, Twilight, or any other kind of Tweener/Teen books.  As I'm past, well past, that age. But we were talking about them at work one day so I decided to download The Hunger Games onto my Kindle.  Fabulous book.  I couldn't put it down.  Ms. Collins is a fantastic writer.  I believe she could make a story about someone standing at a bus stop sound spectacularly interesting.  I can't wait to read the next two.  Well worth the $5 bucks I paid to download it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PFVINZK5GX7X?ASIN=0439023521	Good, but depressing as H*ll	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was pleasantly surprised by how GOOD this book was, and I honestly couldn't put it down once I started.  It wasn't quite the bloodbath I was anticipating either, as only one character that I truly liked was killed (I was admittedly expecting far, far more).  I sill classify it as a ""downer"", though, as I felt a little drained and brokenhearted upon reaching the end.  There is certainly a place for books like that though!  And this is one of the better ones!  A very, very good read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VC625TQOD5XD?ASIN=0439023521	one of the greats	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book gripped me from page one. i was drawn in by the strong yet vulnerable narrator, katniss, as well as this intriguing world into which i had been transported. collins' invention of the capitol and its hunger games provides a poignant comment on our own society's interest in violence as a form of entertainment as well a disapproving message about war in general. Â«the hunger gamesÂ» is an extraordinary piece of art masterfully woven by suzzane collins. it is one of the greats</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35XD33N6UNRAB?ASIN=0439023521	I finally gave in...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I put off reading these books because I didn't want to be thrown in to yet another whirlwind of heartache, fear, anger, triumph, love, and complete terror that came with reading 'Harry Potter'. I was so involved with those characters and I didn't want to lose another set of 'friends' like I did when the series was over...but, dang it, they pulled me in.<br/><br/>I loved this book. I wouldn't want my little cousins reading it until they're at least 15, but I doubt I can stop them.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YUHQK1EUFJXH?ASIN=0439023521	A Must Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was late jumping on the Hunger Games band wagon. In today's society the last thing I wanted to do was read about people killing each other we get enough of that in real life! I picked this up out of boredom one evening and couldn't put it down. The characters are so relatable you find yourself rooting for them and crying with them. Afterwards I had to rush out and buy the next book I just couldn't wait to see what happened next. I will be rereading this series for years to come.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUMLPOF0EDG88?ASIN=0439023521	BEST BOOK EVER!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book about one month ago. It's absolutely amazing! I don't regret buying this book at all. Honestly it made me laugh and cry. During school when I would read it I'd laugh out loud and people must have thought that I was weird or something. It was a sad book but I didn't cry in public only in my room. The Hunger Games was the third boook I've ever read in my entire life and it made me love reading. Just but this book you won't regret (hopefully) but that's just me :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SA9YLMQVTYB1?ASIN=0439023521	A good, simple read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games was suggested to me by a young adult and the book is well-suited for that age group.  The strong, female lead character is someone you quickly learn to root for and care about.  The dystopian world of the Games gets explored more in the following books.  The best part of the story is how rebellion can be started by the simplest and most innocent of acts by the most unlikely of persons.  A very simple and quick read that is entertaining and well worth your time.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HJ25C38HE92C?ASIN=0439023521	BEST. BOOKS. EVER.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the best series I have ever read. You need to read them, you NEED to. I was kind of skeptical at first due to a description that totally undersells it. I decided to try them out and I didn't regret it at all. Not for one moment did I regret reading these books. I thougt it  would just be a bunch of kids killing each other but there is a love story somehow weaved in that makes this book all the better. Buy it. You will talk aout it for weeks and love it. i certainly did.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19CCUPNSAK8RQ?ASIN=0439023521	My new favorite obsession	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had no expectations going in because I had never read this type of series before. I love Suzanne's style of writing. She makes you feel like you are right there with the characters. I had a clear picture of everything in the book before the movie came out. I think the movie did a good job of bringing the novel to life. This novel is fast paced and never bored me. I am an adult. I enjoyed it. I don't care if it is supposed to be for teens or young adults. I loved this series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RGWLSASXJ8ES?ASIN=0439023521	Good but not great.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">From all the hype about Hunger Games, one might expect this book to rate among futuristic classics.  It does not, at least for me.  Don't get me wrong, it was a fairly good read.  The author does a pretty good job of making you feel overall contempt for the ""Capital"" and sympathy for residents of the ""Districts"".  Unfortunately, that's about all there is except for the underlying development of a teenage romantic stress.  Reasonably entertaining - but not really my cup of tea.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1797JN4VCHZ0C?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing. Absolutely amazing.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I (twenty-eight years old) could not put this book down. It is not for young readers only, but for anyone who can open a book! After starting, you get so involved with the characters and the world that when you close your eyes you are immidiately taken into their world. There is not too much going on that you get lost, but enough side plots and mini stories that teach you who the people are and build the story. Read the Hunger Games (trilogy) and let your imagination run wild!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R154NC2LDN19QQ?ASIN=0439023521	Easily one of my favorite books ever.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm almost embarrassed by how many times I've gone back and reread this book. I devoured it in less than a day, and then devoured the next two books in a day and a half. In a cruel world where children must kill or be killed, Collins creates very real characters you love, root for, and cry over. Katniss Everdeen is easily one of the best young adult lit characters ever written--a strong female character who can be stacked up against some of literature's best classic heroines.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IYUHAFW0PYJI?ASIN=0439023521	Leaving me confused, very sad, but somehow enlightened	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I started the hunger games, I wasn't very impressed and I was actually kind of disappointed. I had heard so much about the whole trilogy from friends and my expectations were very high. But as I read on, I realized why people raved about it so much: it was deep. It leaves you with so many questions that are ultimately unanswerable. This isn't another book about the controlling powers of a different government. It's so much more. Just read it. And you'll know what I mean.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SGHF8C2MAMTK?ASIN=0439023521	Everything I had hoped	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I confess that I had no interest in this series before I saw the movie.  I had no interest in the movie, only enough curiosity that I watched it one evening when there was nothing else to do. Then I was absolutely hooked! I HAD to read the book after that, and it was all that I had hoped for and more! I finally understood things that I had been wondering about and filled in spaces that made me love the story even more! I'm so excited to read the next two books in the series!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FCAD9U995DX9?ASIN=0439023521	Best YA book I've read in a long time	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love YA fiction...and I've read quite a bit of it.  Believe me, when I say this is the best trilogy I have read in years.  I'm not usually a fan of post-apocalyptic future books, but the world building is so delicious in this, I couldn't put it down.  After devouring all three in this series, I was left with a sense of complexity and finality.  She wrote the best ""last line"" of any book I've ever read.  Well done.  I'll certainly be looking for future books by this author.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10I5RZA93IEMO?ASIN=0439023521	Have not been able to put it down!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A friend of mine has been telling me to read this series for a long time now. Well, I finally picked up The Hunger Games, and I am kicking myself for putting it off for so long!<br/><br/>What a great read! I read the first book in two days- I just couldn't put it down. I bought Catching Fire two days ago and just ate it up. Again, I couldn't bring myself to put it down! It's addicting to say the least. I absolutely recommend this series! I'm on my way out to buy Mockingjay now. :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1230O4H0UB5U5?ASIN=0439023521	Quick Awesome Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read The Hunger Games in two days!  I read every free chance I got!  I was originally avoiding this book because it sounded like it like a stupid premise for a book and I don't read futuristic books.  My only suggestion is to read it before the movies come out.  I made the mistake of going on IMDB to check out the movie and it ruined the characters for me.  Suzanne Collins paints a wonderful picture of the characters... Let your imagination dream them up... Not Hollywood.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DJQ6XSXMLKMC?ASIN=0439023521	Surprisingly incredible	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought this book at the suggestion of a friend. While I at first found nothing special about the writing itself, Collins has an amazing depth to her characterisation. Seeing Katniss's world through her mind - rather than just through her eyes - makes everything seem much more real and harsh.<br/><br/>The writing itself gets better a few chapters in without you noticing, so the book melds seamlessly with your imagination.<br/><br/>I highly recommend reading this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LEDMXMVCW0BB?ASIN=0439023521	Could not put this book down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is one of the best books I have ever read.  The plot, along with the incredibly descriptive writing style of Collins, pulled me into this book.  I spent two afternoons reading this book and the next, Catching Fire.  I couldn't stop until they were finished.  I actually read the third book in about a day and a half, but it is definitely not as good as the first book.  Nonetheless, I was sad when the story ended and I had to move on with life.  This is a must read book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HE8OX8EYD2F0?ASIN=0439023521	Even Better Than I Expected	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Yowza! This book really IS as good as everyone says it is. Why-oh-why in the world did I wait so doggone long to get around to reading it?! I dunno, but if YOU haven't read it yet, I highly recommend it. It isn't at all what I expected; it's much much better. Sincere thanks to all those folks who told me I ""had"" to read it. (They were right!) Can't wait to read the other books in the series. This book deserves every single rave review it's received, and then some.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NBPS02XGZ4BP?ASIN=0439023521	GREAT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have been trying to avoid the hunger games trilogy because of the killing of other children. But because the movie catching fire came out, I resolved to read the books before I see the movies. And Collins sucks me in from the illegal hunting to the heartwarming family story to the hunger games themselves! If you don't like romance mixed with the need to live, then too bad, so sad!!!! The hunger games are great and I'd recommend for anyone who is interested in adventure.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPXKFR67OOOVM?ASIN=0439023521	I couldn't Put it Down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A beautiful well-written book.  Good writing good characters, good plot. I'm not a young adult, far from it, but I loved the book.  I had already seen the movie so I knew the plot.  Even so, the suspense carried me along and I couldn't put it down.<br/><br/>The book varies from the movie a little.  In the book, Katniss is the hero.  In the movie, they gave Petra more of a chance to be a hero also.  I guess the movie wanted to attract boys to the movie as well as girls.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFRE6OJZKCZWI?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down. Fascinating Post-Apocalyptic world.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm not a big fiction reader, but when I picked this new book series up from Suzanne Collins I couldn't put it down. She creates a fascinating world set about 100 years into the future of America that is scarily believable. She gets at the core of the human character and expose it for all its strengths and weaknesses. You'll want to read the whole three book series however I would only give the 3rd book four stars and it doesn't stand on its own as an independent novel.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R162PD04UXK7O1?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a well written story.  The fact that I saw the movie first took away some of the suspense because the movie plot pretty closely followed the book.  What came out in the book much better than in the movie was the conflict Katniss had about who to believe and who was trying to manipulate her for their own gain.  The message about standing up for what is right and daring to challenge the status quo was a good one.  I look forward to reading the rest of the series</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RN8FOSIQ0W2XN?ASIN=0439023521	The Single Best Book I Have Ever Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is different than any other book I have ever read. I dont think that this genre has been thoroughly explored, especially not like this. The plot ideas are what make it so interesting, its originality just shines through the pages. Katniss and Peeta are fully formed characters, who compliment each others personalities very well. This book leaves nothing to be desired. Can't wait for Catching Fire! (September 1st)<br/>  Need more book recommendations?<br/> [...]</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R254OCHOLU6IZL?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book, well written.  Makes you want to read the sequels.  Very descriptive and able to picture what is happening.  Had heard from a lot of people that read it with good reviews-I always prefer to watch the movie then read the book because often the detail and story are better in the book.  Haven't seen the movie yet so will see what my thoughts are on it (had a friend that read the book then saw the movie and said movie was nothing like book, but I will see).</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RV0473JQ6AY6Q?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this movie and have watched it several times.  It is slightly different than the book, but close enough.  I found this to be very enjoyable and if you have older children they may enjoy it, too.  I recommend this for those who like a little of every thing, family relationships, young love, trying to figure out who you love, not really knowing where the story line may be going, action and adventure.  This has a little for every  one.  Like I said, I love it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SA4LU5JQQUQ2?ASIN=0439023521	absolutely loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I finally got around to reading this book when I flew home to OH. Wowza! Amazing! I fell into the realm of the Hunger games real fast and now I'm hooked. Yes, its disturbing that kids kill kids, but honestly, that is not what this book is about. Its about hope, determination, and believing in yourself. I just saw the movie with my sisters, 2 nieces, and nephew (3 of them have read it) and it was great. I lent this book to a friend and she loved it too. go read it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R76IOLU28TFXW?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had a nagging feeling that I'm too old to be reading a novel where a teenager is the protagonist, but boy was I wrong. It is completely engrossing, and it has all of the qualities of a great story: suspense, interesting characters, intriguing plot. I highly recommend this story to everyone- you won't be sorry and you'll have a hard time putting it down.  I now am interested in reading some of the stories that may have inspired this book, such as Battle Royale.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9PSLQSYH96LJ?ASIN=0439023521	omg! this is a very engaging book!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I starts out fast paced and stays that way. not only fast paced but i couldn't wait for what was coming next. ms. collins put it all together very well and i can't wait to read the second and third. katniss and peeta are wonderfully developed characters. all of them really were developed very nicely and the story just flowed. a very good futuristic suspense that should make us all think about the ""capital"" controling everything. you won't be sorry with this one!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CZZ6YKYRE58D?ASIN=0439023521	Completely engaging even to a 51 year old!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My15 year old daughter begged me to read this series so she could talk about it with me. I agreed, to be nice. But I had never expected to be totally captured by the story. I love the characters and the way the author writes. The story keeps me on the edge of my seat. I have another book to read for my book club which I have not been able to read because of getting addicted to this series. When its my turn to pick the book for my book club, I am picking this one.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWTEWK0TEMR70?ASIN=0439023521	One of the best books out there!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I honestly can say I loved every single page of this book, my only complaint being that I finished it so quickly.  For two days I drove everyone at my work and my husband crazy talking about every little detail in this book.  I have recommended it to everyone and find myself reading it a second time after only a week of having finished it.  The storyline is uniquely disturbing and I honestly can not wait until I have the chance to read the rest of this Trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OZVUSD74F3SU?ASIN=0439023521	I ate up the pages of this book (and the sequels)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Katniss Everdeen is a strong and likeable character in spite of her flaws.  This series does an excellent job with character development and symbolism.  The Hunger Games is an imaginative story that highlights the darkness of humanity as well as the underlying hope for it.<br/><br/>This is a captivating series of books that has left an empty place for me to fill, now that I've finished all three.  It's an excellent read and I can't wait for the movie coming this spring!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RTISVP8Z4EH?ASIN=0439023521	Great read....read the series!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My 2d favorite series.  A book that once I read the first time, had to read again.  A book you didn't want to end.  The characters are real and you can relate to them.  The situations and settings are believeable--you immmediately, put yourself right in to the time and place of the book.  It's got everything:  romance (of course, but not smarmy at all, adventure, suspense and it has a moral.  I've read the series two times!  Suzanne Collins weaves a great tale.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15KO6W5Z20QGI?ASIN=0439023521	May the Odds be Ever in Your Favor	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movies before I read the books, so this was aggravating sometimes because there are almost no surprises.  But this book was really epic.  I can't wait for me to finish them.  This is my new favorite story.  It has romantic and depressing parts, and I love romantic stories.  But it has more than just romantic parts.  It is so gripping, you need to read it.  And there are some surprises, but I still wish I had read the books before I watched the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25IGKBCSVI9KZ?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games takes off with release of film	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed reading this book even if the target demographic audience is teenagers. The story is well developed and the characters are presented in a way that anyone can relate to them - young or older - and you want to see where the story will take them. Reading the book is helpful in understanding the movie - the movie can stand on it's own but without reading the book you lose a lot of the background from the book that make the story so much more interesting.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSOLBM04NLHBE?ASIN=0439023521	A good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really liked this story, I just wish the sequel wasn't so expensive. For a Young Adult book it does contain many mature themes, (and no, I don't mean sex), which I thought was good. Most kids don't want books that treat them like idiots. As for people who don't believe a world like this could happen, just look at our world today, the people inside the DC Beltway really have little connection to the outside world, nor do they or the media elite understand it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OF6MC7GU7LDB?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't Put This Book Down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book it one of the best books I have read in the past few years. I couldn't put it down and finished it in a few days. The premises of the book may seem brutal, but the growth that the main characters go through is so rewarding. I recommend this book for young readers as well as old. I think it bridges the age gap (similar to Harry Potter). Can't wait for the movie to come out and I'm anxiously waiting for the 2nd and 3rd books to arrive on my doorstep.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R56HPGRQPZ1BS?ASIN=0439023521	May the odds be ever in your favor!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins has exceeded my expectations for the series. I didn't want to put my Kindle down while I was reading it. I would love if Collins made a few books with the Hunger Games theme. My favorite moment in each book is when both Katniss and Peeta realize that they really do love each other. Katniss's story has really brought me closer to myself as a girl and as a lover. One character really did stand out to me. Effie. She reminds me much of my friend.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MG5L9GLDI1X0?ASIN=0439023521	The existence of good in a Survivor gives hope for this world.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I did not want to read this as I think the ""dog eat dog"" mentality of this world is ungodly.  I was surprised by other people who liked it so I gave it a shot.  The storyline snaps you up immediately.  The remnant of good in an otherwise evil society reminds me that hope springs eternal.  I think it is ok for young readers.  Maybe it will help some of them cling to what is good.  What remains in the two following books may change my mind.  We'll see.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ED6ZR7BDPIOB?ASIN=0439023521	OK...so maybe I do like fantasy genre novels	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have always said that I am not a ""fantasy"" novel fan. I must have been wrong, because I loved this novel- right along with the remainder of the trilogy. I enjoyed the author's ability to make me feel the hunger...the fear...the angst, etc. that I felt for the characters. Definitely not for just the YA group. I didn't want it to end and once it did, I felt empty...just for a second...and then I proceeded to ""whispernet"" the next one straight to my Kindle.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2AU7RHNBXUGK1?ASIN=0439023521	Can't put it down!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put this book down - just like the other Hunger Games books!!  She has a way of writing that keeps you gripping to the page, wanting to skip the next paragraph because you can't read fast enough!  I bought the set of three, and passed them on to friends who felt the same way - her writing is contagious...you start dreaming and thinking of the hunger games and how to fix the situations created.  They become real to you and anyone who reads them!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IBGZRMOZSOGH?ASIN=0439023521	Infinite number of monkeys	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow...this book was a part of my wife's reading group and was recommended, so I gave it a shot. In brief, if an infinite number of monkeys were typing at infinite computers, they'd produce this book in under five minutes. The writing is juvenile and the attempt at creating a more adult themed content makes the book very predictable. If you liked this, read Phillip Pullman's Dark Material saga for more of the same. Honestly, some of my least liked books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CSCI0Z3U6P84?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book! I rated it a 5 star because this book is not just romance it is also an adventure book. This is my first time reading Hunger Games although I have seen the movie I know the movie and the book have little in common. I recommend this book and series to anybody, anywhere. I can tell you right now that I will definitely be reading this book and others like it again and again. I don't think I will ever get tired of reading the Hunger Games.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TKGXQUYLK3XK?ASIN=0439023521	JUST WONDERFUL	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have to say this book is pure Genius! I mean I could not put it down! It is one of the best books i have every read. When i first heard about it i was a little iffy but then started reading it and realized it wasn't about the killing, sure that played a major role but really its about the life of Katniss its just, not words acan explain it all! You will be thinking about this book for months! I recommend that you read it! you will not be disapointed!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FN06SIK966OO?ASIN=0439023521	Great Adventure	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was one of those books that I had a hard time putting down once I started reading it.  The characters are living in a post apocalyptic culture where the governing authorities believe that children should be sacrificed in order to maintain order and intimidate the local people into submissions.  The adventure and intrigue are so engaging that even if your'e not a fan of science fiction I think you will still have a hard time putting this book down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKPC8NBPDW5BU?ASIN=0439023521	not all it's said to be	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read The Hunger Games for a project at school after my teacher strongly recommended it. As I read it I found it easy to read and pretty action filled. The Hunger games is a good story, but I found some parts too slow and dry. I also didn't like the characters even though I wanted too. I think that the whole hunger games idea is brilliant but I didn't like the way it was written. I started this book wanting to love it but I ended up only liking it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXSRWW6UBUYFS?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent Series - Must Read!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not put these books down and read all 3 in about 4 days.  This book series is amazing.  Perfect action and adventure, plus the struggle of life, death and love?  It's great.  I think the series could have gone into a 4th book since it felt like it was rushed towards the end to hurry up and ""finish"" the book, but it's not that I didn't know where all the main characters ended up and that their lives were happy.....Overall this is a must read!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3M32NCNU1RN3E?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I put off reading this book for months. But my friends and coworkers all pushed me to read them. SOOO glad I did! Now we have a almost everyone at my work reading these books. Everyone says that same thing about it...Amazing, phenomenal, epic!!!  This entire series is absolutely amazing! I bought all three books and finished them all in less than a week. The books are so engaging and honest that it is hard to put them down. Definitely worth a look!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11U7MEA3M1VL3?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger for more...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I stayed up till 6am because this is one of those stories that seems alive. I didn't dare put it down for fear the story might go on without me. Days later I can not stop thinking about Katniss and Peeta. This book leaves you with a pit in your gut. The characters are so relatable and the setting so horrendous it is easy to wish yourself into this novel in order to make your own allies and...targets. Five stars Suzanne Collins, I'll be waiting for the next book (while my fingernails grow back!)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OITYOXXH338D?ASIN=0439023521	surprise!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I hadn't planned on reading this book. I'd heard about it for the longest time but it didn't sound like something I'd enjoy. I finally broke down and bought it and have to say ""wow"". The first time I picked it up, I read more than half the book in one sitting. I have to say this is one of the more engaging books I've read--ever! Unique style, riveting, honestly a great read. The movie doesn't give it justice! Now, gladly, on to book 2...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RZCFI88VIP7Z?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was the second time I red The Hunger Games and I still love this this book. Like people always say, the book is always better than the movie. I would 100% agree with that. Don't get me wrong the movie is good but the book has so much more information and involves you. Reading for the second time I couldn't put it down again. All I have to say is if you haven't red this book get on it along with Catching Fire and Mocking Jay. Amazing books!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JCAWXGWSJN6P?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Watched the movie first and I was not impressed at all. There were a lot of thing that I didn't understand. After a very long time I finally gave in to several people assuring me that the book was better, of course why wouldn't it be. In short, I read all 3 books in 6 days. Now I feel like I'm lost without more books. Not that it was confusing, but that I was completely lost in them like they were apart of me and now they're gone.  We'll done.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R397HM9DL2MAFM?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book.  I could not put it down, and honestly, can not wait to read the other two books in the trilogy.  I would have bought the whole trilogy if I would have realized how exciting this book was going to be.  I will also say that I recently saw the movie, and was quite happy with it as well.  The author did a wonderful job telling the story from the main character's point of view.  Again, I can not wait to read the other two books.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R796G4JUK7VLO?ASIN=0439023521	I was skeptical too..	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After hearing what seemed tons of raving on a radio station about how great this book was and looking at the reviews I decided to just try the sample of this book - its free for kindle users so why not. I wasnt expecting to like it but was VERY wrong. After about the 2nd chapter I could hardly put it down. In just a couple days I have finished the amazing book and am downloading the others. I HIGHLY reccommend you reading this book. Very good.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYUDYGN6BMREW?ASIN=0439023521	Cannot wait for the sequel.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I admit, being 27, I felt a tad silly picking up this book (at least Harry Potter was thick - it felt adult).  I have read it twice in full and I have returned to re-read parts more than a few times.  Incredible.  The main character is sparsely, yet realistically written.  She is both known and unknown to us, and to herself, as so many are at sixteen.  The book is not gory by any means and the Hunger Games are over after the first book, so it will be interesting to see what happens next.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1944FXKPARL8M?ASIN=0439023521	Brilliant!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not put this book down!  It was wonderfully written and allowed the reader to really get into this future world and go on this journey into the Hunger Games. Even though I know this book is aimed at a young adult audience I got it because I heard so many good things about it so even though I am an adult I could really get into it and enjoyed it thoroughly so if you haven't got on the Hunger Games bandwagon yet I recommend that you do!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RD3L4EGS4QV48?ASIN=0439023521	Good, fast read..worth the hype?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Everybody I work with has read, is reading, or waiting to read this book. It was good, a little dark and twisted, but kept me curious about what would happen next. I will read the 2nd book, Catching Fire, but still don't quite get all the ""hoopla"". I suppose if I were a teen or younger adult, my opinion would be a little different. It kind of reminds me of Mad Max Beyond the Thunderdome, meets The Condemned, meets the kid tribe in Peter Pan!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RFVKMJJKP8O6?ASIN=0439023521	So good, but so average	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book get's you hooked from the first page and the storytelling is at times excellent. I finished this book in half a day, but was left with the feeling that I just read some high school short story. The unfolding of events turned childish and the characters just seemed to have no real depth.<br/><br/>Mostly an entertaining read, but perhaps I have been too spoiled by character portrayals from authors such as Robert Jordan and George Martin.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11207ZXSKFHRR?ASIN=0439023521	I don't know what took me so long!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I held out on reading this book.  First because it is Young Adult, so I thought I wouldn't find it interesting, and then because it became as big as Twilight, and I was afraid it would be...less than good.<br/><br/>But when I saw it available on the Kindle Owner's Lending Library, I thought, ""What the heck?""  I was hooked almost instantly.<br/><br/>If you haven't read this book yet, for whatever reason, get it now.  It was great!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RG17ZZVC75GRS?ASIN=0439023521	A good book to get young readers hooked	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A co-worker had recommended this book to me.  I thought the premise was very different, and I enjoyed the fact that the lead character was female.<br/><br/>This book had everything, action, bloodshed, politics, romance, you name it.  This is a quick read for adults and it's definitely a great book to get young readers hooked.  I bought the trilogy for my cousin who wasn't a fan of reading but within a month he had read the whole trilogy!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCWC9WQSGJYIB?ASIN=0439023521	My grandaughter loves to read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My 11 year old granddaughter loves to read.....I gave her 24 books for Christmas and this is one of her favorites....she just look up reading at 10 and we can't get her out of her books.  I have read that reading is the #1 stress reducer so it looks like she will have a wonderful life with her passion for reading.  She finished the Harry Potter series and we got her the collector edition.  She likes reading ""real books"" and kindle.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AIE9ZN7UQTHB?ASIN=0439023521	So Good!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book. I loved this whole series. I was seriously upset when I finished it because I was out of books! I'll admit the relationship drama is a little heavy handed and the book is very gory at times, but I found myself forgiving it again and again. I lost a great deal of good sleep while reading this book because I could not put it down.<br/><br/>Wonderful for anyone that likes fast moving adventure, dystopia, action, fantasy, or sci fi.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRBMF37JE0COD?ASIN=0439023521	Fabulous page-turner!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this story! Katniss is a true heroine! The ""reality tv show"" idea truly reflects the sad voyeuristic obsession in our present culture, and it takes it to the extremes - a once-per-year fight to the death for the nation's youth. The book is a winner from the beginning, but once the ""Game"" begins, it's very hard to put down! Katniss' defiant nature is not only what makes her endearing, but it's what helps her through her whole experience in the Game. I look forward to book two!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33FE1BIDBPFSE?ASIN=0439023521	I Loved It All	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Some people don't like how long it takes to get to the actual Games, but what happens before effects what happens during them and helps you understand it.<br/>I suggest this Book to Young Adults - Adults.<br/>I choose five stars, because of the fact that Suzanne Collins captured this image of the most intriguing dystopia I have read yet; and that it flows together perfectly well enough that it makes you want to keep reading.<br/>- NMC</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RI7NOSZPOFZN0?ASIN=0439023521	Fabulous and intense.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was recommended to me and I am grateful that I took this suggestion. The Hunger Games immediately interested me, I was engrossed and I couldn't put it down. The story of Katniss and her death defying trials and her frank views made me root for her. The people that love her and root for her make her more sympathetic and made me love her also.  I recommend this book and the remaining two books in this series to everyone I know.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXFXFXZMEK1VH?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for more Games!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games came highly recommended to me by a friend.  I bought the first book and had to pry myself away from all three of them, so good!  These books seemed to flawlessly touch so many subjects; politics, love, family, survival, power, trust, courage... Gosh, I just loved them and wish I could find more books to lose myself into!  If you are wondering whether or not to invest your time in The Hunger Games, the answer is Yes!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30FSR3ASWKCJ2?ASIN=0439023521	magical	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book was just soooo amazing.... i had watched the movie before i had gotten ahold of the book.... and after reading, i've noticed that the movie had left out the last part and a wjole freaking character!!! and also how, tje mutants were the other tributes.... i have to say.... this is one of those books, you just cant set down.... well i hadlto because my tjing had to cjarge.... but, this book is definitely magically amazing!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RR22DVV6PID2G?ASIN=0439023521	Terrific book for teens and adults!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book after my teenage daughter raved about it. I was a bit skeptical, but by the end of the first page was completely hooked. This book is by no means simply for the ""young adult"" market, and those readers who have steered clear of the book for that reason are making a huge mistake. This is an exceptional book that tells a great and harrowing tale that will keep you on the edge of your seat through the very last sentence.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMPX027VOSNH0?ASIN=0439023521	Excellence in writing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I must admit, I'm not much of a reader. I'm trying to make myself do better but I find it hard to keep interested long enough to finish a book of any length. I  am not exaggerating when I say that this book held my attention from the minute I started it, till I finished it. When I was not reading it, I thought about it, excited to see what happens next. It is a great, great book. It immediately grabs you and holds on till the end.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18KWHUNLFEZJN?ASIN=0439023521	very good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was a page turner. I found that I liked the author's pace, and how you didn't have every agonizing detail explained when trying to describe a scene (3 paragraphs on the shrubs, etc). Many critic's review didn't like the beleiveable-factor. This book is set in the future, and if you think about it, between mankind's history with gladiators and concentration camps, this type of story-line isn't too far fetched. Great read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DV5VON0VQ01F?ASIN=0439023521	Very basic reading but thrilling	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'll summarize quickly since there's plenty of reviews. The writing is very, very basic. This is not a book you'll have to analyze, or look for symbols, or anything like that. The book spells out everything you need to know, you don't need to close read at all. The pace is very fast, yet it's enjoyable. I'm a reader who prefers deeper novels (Crime and Punishment is my favorite) but I still enjoyed it. Worth it for the price 100%!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1X9PDQO3OB1X5?ASIN=0439023521	Captivating...genuine read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Collins writes a story that you on the edge of your seat at the last sentence of Chapter 1!  Being a mom of four daughters this book completely tugged at my heart strings and so easily put their faces on a few characters in this story.  Very emotional and you can see every frame as if you are watching the games right along with the audience of The Hunger Games.  I will definitely be looking for Book 2 of this series! Well done!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GBYLWX5UZUMM?ASIN=0439023521	love love this series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Nothing to dislike,the movie holds true to the basis of the book which is grand. I have read the series three times now, and I wait with bated breath for the third movie don't let me down the last book is spectacular! Please I begun do not F It up like they did the beautiful creatures, and make me hate u for it. Nothing worse than a bad movie from a truly great book series. The second movie also as good and better than the first!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RTSINZNCCW5E?ASIN=0439023521	MAY THE ODDS BE EVER IN YOUR FAVOR!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Absoluty, irrevocably, and compleatly hooked on this book. Between the plots, the characters, and the awesomeness of the story is unbeleveable and will stand to be an all time clasic in years to come. I have to say one of my favorite thing about this book (when i say favorite i mean top 10) is Katniss, she is loyal, protective, and can fight for herself. I am not obsessed but I do love this book and the other two on ther series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R82Q35VD85K4A?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I dont find The hunger games perfect, but theres one thing I have to congratulate Suzanne Collins collins for. She can keep a reader turning pages from beginning to end. The fact that in every end of a chapter theres a twist that makes want to keep reading is excellent. Besides, the whole story of the book is very original. Being tired of Vampires, Wizards and the like, The hunger games wins in originality.<br/><br/>Highy recommended!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UMNPFC71F9WN?ASIN=0439023521	This is why I love to read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book reminded my of why I grew up loving to read. By no mean is it great literature, but it's fun and I was able to get great mental pictures of their world. I could actually see my fourteen-year-old self in the arena and imagine how I'd have stacked up. I couldn't put it down until I knew what happened to Katniss. If you're over the age of 20 remember that this is a book for teenagers and let the teenager inside enjoy it.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34URC5S0OCSXS?ASIN=0439023521	Much better than I expected!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I put off reading The Hunger Games because the whole idea of teens battling for their lives was just too repulsive to me.  But, after all the favorable reviews, I decided to give it a try.  I'm glad I did.  Immediately you are drawn into the main characters and begin to care about what happens to them.  It was hard to put down and I was sorry for the book to end.  I have bought the next two and am engrossed in the second one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2U6C412RA34KI?ASIN=0439023521	Painful and Real but Brilliant.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't usually read these kinds of books (fantasy, sci-fi, suspense) but I had to read The Hunger Games with all of the hype! I am a preservice teacher and this series is so popular with young adults and I can see why. I won't give anything away, but the books are simply brilliant. They are painful to read and truly heartbreaking, but so worth it! The series shows the effects of war on a people and the true cost of freedom.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIHFIGJFFGEMD?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a great read! I wasn't sure I would like it but once I got started I couldn't put it down. I read it in a matter of days which is highly unusual for me. The character development is excellent and makes you really care about Katniss, Gale and Peeta. I was hooked and immediately started the next in the series after reading this one. I'm looking forward to the movie next year and hope they do a good job of adapting it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QMSKFILEVHXP?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book rocked. I read it before I saw the movie. It was equally as good, in my opinion. I think Katniss is one of my favorite characters, and that's saying a lot. I have strong opinions about which guy she should end up with, but that's another story. I loved the action scenes too, during the actual ""Hunger Games"". I would recommend this book to anyone who loves a great story. It keeps you going right through to the end.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32YZC9OYZKIHZ?ASIN=0439023521	Its As Good As They Say!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wasn't  sure how I would like this book, I knew that I loved the movie but would I love the book, and my answer is YES! They might say it's a younger persons book but I'm 60 and I enjoyed every page,from beginng to end. I can't wait for the next!  I was lucky enough to have Amazon Prime, which I also highly recommend and I'm not a employee, so I got it and  next two for free and can't wait for the next two. Happy  Reading</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RI47L3M1WQ9V6?ASIN=0439023521	So awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book,has given me alot to think about. The Hunger Games is offcially the most a-w-e-s-o-m-e book EVER!! Better than anything you can imagine. I love everything about it. Amazing plot, characters,drama, romance,excitement! I' cant wait to read the last book. It has to be shipped to be so it'll take a while for it to come sadly :( BUT! AWESOME*EST BOOK EVEEEEEEEEEEEEEER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :D Buy it, read it and love it :D</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XECVPRWVTUDR?ASIN=0439023521	Read it in one day - couldn't put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I waited a long time to read this book thinking it was a book for teenagers.  Finally I put it on my ""summer reading list"".  All I can say is WOW!  I'm usually not a fan of science fiction of any kind but this book was like riding a roller coaster!  Yes it's an easy read and entertaining but if you look a little below the surface there are actually some rather profound concepts discussed.  I thoroughly enjoyed it!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BP8V514YQNG5?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read!  This book is a perfect example that a story does not need to have over a dozen very complex and intertwining story lines to be good. It has an plot that is easy to follow (I do realise that this is a novel for young adults) and the story really hold  your attention. It took a little while to get past the first person writing style but that is my only complaint. I loved it and can't wait to start the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13QGZW5F0ZGS7?ASIN=0439023521	Very enjoyable...but a bit predictable	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book quickly. It kept me captivated from the start with all the adventure. The ending was a bit boring and the book is somewhat predictable as everything somehow seems to work out for the main character. Its not as enthralling as Twilight or True Blood but very close to it. Defnitely worth buying however I wont be buying the second book as this one didnt make me crave for more really. Nice for a weekend read.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18BO8879232IG?ASIN=0439023521	I Love This Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie first then decided to read the book. I could not put this book down once I started and it really filled in the gaps from the movie. Suzanne Collins is a fantastic writer! It only took me an hour to realise I had to get the second and third book and I finished them all in a week. I would highly recommend The Hunger Games but make sure you have a clear schedule as once you start you won't be able to stop!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WXOAPJ64B6MF?ASIN=0439023521	Just Awesome.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So, I decided to grab this book beacuse well, hey why not? I thought it would be another one of those ""eh"" books that you just read because you have it. But Suzanne Collins really did something special with this book. Not just that but as well as my Kindle Reader also just gave my P.O.V. a much better expierence. Get this book please, it's just amazing to the point I shoud write a review! Thanks for your time.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31PXL4CM7JUPM?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was a definite must read! I couldn't put it down and you just fall in love with the characters! Also it gives you a weird perception of society and the rights and wrongs and what exactly a society should be able to do and how much you're willing to risk. The girl on fire was a character you can't help but empathize with and the details make all the characters come to life! It'll get your imagination working!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RC1N70BTMI5TP?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for more!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm late to the party but glad I came. Saw the film but never got around to reading the book, till now. An easy and engrossing read- so much so that I read 280 pages of the 370 in a few hours during my transcontinental flight to Ireland! I'm a grown woman probably well outside the age group for whom this is written for, but I loved it. I'm ready to start Catching Fire and see what happens to Katniss and Peeta next!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XPH9U6QGWFH0?ASIN=0439023521	Never too old to read  this novel!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My teenage grandson suggested that I read this trilogy - and I was so pleasantly surprised to find that I really enjoyed the story as well as the writing style. The premise is horrifying - a world very changed from the one we know today - but we also thought Orwell's ""1984"" was a stretch of the imagination, and now we see parts of it in our daily lives. I am looking forward to seeing the movie version of this book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NWVFK79OWUEP?ASIN=0439023521	Amaz	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very good and I hate all the people who just watch the movies and say, ""wow another teen love story,"" because it's not. It is so much more than that. So if you would get your act together and not judge a book by its movie or by things other people have said, that would be so much better. Honestly it's the thing I hate most in the world: people who make opinions with no information. So yeah, this book is fantastic.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R245B0PU3KJNZR?ASIN=0439023521	Easily 5 Star Garuanteed	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book. The action drama and thought of Panem's existence was amazing. A real thought out story, when I saw the movie I wanted to read the book too. Can't wait to read and watch Catching Fire then Mockingjay, my favourite parts was whenever Cato broke from the trees and got the crap beaten out out of him or the ending of the book or beginning.<br/><br/>I rate 10 stars if you like this book read Catching Fire</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3WFOP1226K6X?ASIN=0439023521	Fast-paced	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is a stunning tour de force that sweeps you away to another time and place. The author is an expert at creating such a fast pace that hours pass before you look up from the book. My only criticisms are her use of the first person present tense, of which I'm not a fan, and the strong similarity between this book and the famous Japanese movie, Battle Royale, which appeared years before this trilogy.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QQ3P7LEJDHDK?ASIN=0439023521	enjoyed book after watching movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The movie moved me enough to read the books, I read all three before seeing the second movie, glad I did. The book so easily spelled out the trials of a suppressed society where life is not valued and anything goes. The victim brainwashed into accepting a fate and those that do what they have to in order to survive. War has horrible parts of struggle that the book brought you into.  Just to say the movie did too.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3L5T0XCQVGZMC?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After starting a career, it's sometimes hard to find time to devote to a book, but I didn't feel this way when I started the Hunger Games. With every page, you need with such clarity and speed because you have to get to the next page.<br/><br/>Suzanne Collins wrote a wonderful book. I just started Catching Fire, and it is amazing as well.<br/><br/>If you haven't read this book, please do. You won't be sorry.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6KKQEA8EVMMM?ASIN=0439023521	Couldnt put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing story..Very detailed..Very graphic. Just finished the 3rd in this trilogy.All three books were very hard to put down...This author keeps you wanting to read just a little more before you put it away..Many days, I would come back from break or lunch at work a little late...just wanted to read more...My bf is now reading the 2nd book. My daughter has read all three. Its Survivor with their lives. Amazing.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R148J40YP08X6W?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing and Brilliant!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Once i picked this book up i couldn't put it down!! The whole story made me actually feel like i was there!! The action created vivid pictures in your head and the whole love affair made you want more. A awsome book that teaches you the true meaning of the word determination. You didn't want this to end and it leaves you craving for more. An action, romantic, and dramatic read that you won't want to miss out on.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7FFYH3KN3BJ3?ASIN=0439023521	A WONDERFUL READ	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book got me on my feet and slapped me in the face(a good slap.)  I loved this book so much and how it caught my attention and made me want to read more. Katniss is a strong character and easy to relate to.  She knows how to think and act for herself.  No spoilers here, just read it for yourself.  I was sad to see it end, but happy that it soon continues.  I can't wait to see what happens in Catching Fire!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DX8JW5JVCPNQ?ASIN=0439023521	Over-dramatization to the point stupidity	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This series is *trying* to be in the same vein as 1984, Brave New World, Lord of the Flies, Battle Royale, and Jennifer Goverment. However, it flops as far as execution. It is obvious that the goal of Hunger games, like the previously mentioned books, is attempting to create a dystopian world that is based off of a flaw of currently existing government, and set to highlight this flaw.<br/><br/>There is a major defect though in the way the book pursues this....<br/><br/>It never shows any flaw with the original system.<br/><br/>With 1984, the problem is ""A government that views it as okay to monitor it's citizens' loyalty above all else.""<br/><br/>With Brave New world, the problem is ""Government feels its okay to make decisions for you for your own good.""<br/><br/>With Lord of the Flies, the problem is ""We can't trust that *everyone* will have basic human goodness.""<br/><br/>With Battle Royale, the problem is, ""Blind loyalty to government leads to a government that doesn't feel responsible.""<br/><br/>With Jennifer Government, the problem is, ""Reducing regulation on corporations and government size eventually results in corporations ruling as if they were the government.""<br/><br/>With Hunger games it's vauge and hazy at best, the best summary being that ""Having a centralized government is bad except when you have tiered centralized governments, in which case only the top one is bad, and if you get rid of the top one somehow the 'more local' centralized government will somehow be okay and somehow always has been and will be free of corruption, even if it is a centralized government in and of itself"" ... yea. Kinda screwed up. Basically, the author is trying to make a huge story-line based case in this book about how ""Federal government is evil* (insert spooky 'oooooo"" here) but somehow regional governments are completely fine and good, without ever addressing the fact that they're effectively the same thing with just a difference of scale, and without really pointing out any differences between the two.<br/><br/>There's no valuable message here. Not vital lesson for making our world a better place, no things you have to really watch out for, no useful cautionary tale...<br/><br/>It's just ... ""ooooo, federal government is scary.... ooooo.... feel scared!"".<br/>Frankly, after encountering this piece of tripe, I'm more worried about this book and the fear-mongering it will cause than the federal government.<br/><br/>Also, one thing that REALLY, REALLY, irked me about this book... especially since its supposed to be based on our world.... corporations and big business just somehow magically disappeared. We have these huge bloated behemoth of organizations in our world before the events of the book, and in Hunger games.. they just... aren't.<br/><br/>There's no mention anywhere. No mention what happened to the corporations, no mention of who the big players sided with in the war (capitol or regions). There's not a single mention of who bribed who, where those corporations that exist outside of North America are doing today (or really, most other governments at all for the most part)... it's as if somehow some of the biggest players in socio-economics... in a story about socio-economics... just somehow... aren't. In a story and setting to where the positives and negatives of such organizations SHOULD have made a HUGE impact on the development of the story, and had an impact on the world getting to its present state..... nothing. Not even a whisper. Not even a nod of the head saying ""yea, they're still doing their thing"" or ""government declared immenient domain on them""... not.. just... poof... gone. Never happened.  Even Battle Royale, which in almost identical to this book in many regards (except that it was written in Japan about China, Battle Royale came first, at least makes mention of this stuff, saying that the government closed its borders to all such things. Here.... it tries to pretend that such things never existed and somehow don't apply to the situation at hand.<br/><br/>These aspects change what was obviously meant to be a dystopian cautionary tale into just a piece of smelly steaming propaganda. And like all other piles of steaming s***, deserves to be scooped up and flushed down the toilet.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSWL197HGY94O?ASIN=0439023521	I have an obsession	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I chose a five star rating because this book keeps me on edge and I never wanna stop reading it. it makes me feel like I could've survive possibly with all of Katniss's tricks. I also can't stand that Peeta doesn't understand how Katniss feels. But I love this book I have read it many many times. I hope u guys keep reading the series because you won't be able to live without knowing what happens. HUNGER GAMES:)</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3E02MADTMUQPQ?ASIN=0439023521	Bloody, Brutal and Brilliant.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I just finished it and with out a doubt it was the fastest book I have read. I had to know what was going to happen next every moment was thrilling and breath taking. I never knew what to expect next, somethings hit me like a ton of brick and others left me wanting to know why. I laughed, I cried, and I chewed off my finger nails. It was brutal and bloody and yet I never lost my sympathy for the main character.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RL85U01HDPXN?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic stroy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger Games is one of the best written books I have ever read.  Suzanne Collins truley knows how to grab you attention and put your mind into that ""whats next"" gear.  I could not put this book, Catching Fire and Mockingjay down until I had read them.  Wonderful plot, very engrossing and a stroy that makes you wonder....could this really happen??  One of the best trilogies I have ever had the privilage to read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RD6UQKOCYN6DR?ASIN=0439023521	Read the book!  Not the movie!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is told in the first person, which is so refreshing for an adventure.  I thought the author was a gifted story teller.  She makes you feel what Katniss was feeling and describes each scene as if she were really there.  The movie does not come close to capturing the emotion or characters of Katniss, Peeta, or Gale.  Collins developers the characters so well you know them, like old friends.  Well done!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13UFTAMIBRV1F?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book draws you in right from the beginning.  It is a very quick read but full of action and adventure.  The Hunger games are a horrible game put on by the capitol (of what was once America), and Katniss must fight to survive.  I barely put it down and am now almost done with Catching Fire.  So if you are looking for something quick to read that will keep your interest peaked, I recommend this book/series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGX4CA4P2T0KD?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is one of the best books I have ever read! The writing is so captivating and every sentence left me clinging for more. The story itself is so different than a lot of books I've read and the suspense kept me going. The characters are great, they feel complete and you get just the right amount of information at just the right times. I would highly recommend this book, and I cannot wait for the second book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HVGY41BO3Q6?ASIN=0439023521	Page turner!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I started reading this book when I saw the previews for the movies. My niece needed to read it for school, so we set off to read it together. Definitely a page turner, literally left hanging at ends of chapter forcing me to continue reading. Which at sometimes was difficult due to time. But that would NEVER stop me from recommending it. But I warn you, you will have to read book two due to the ending of one!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QYTUNZOZCYCO?ASIN=0439023521	Such a great series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">These books are one of the best series I have read ever. I could not put them down. I read all 3 and turned right around and read them again right away. I have never done that with any other books ever. Even Harry Potter which I love I read them about every 2 or 3 years again. I really don't think I can put into words how great this is. I suggest this to everyone to read or if they don't read see the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQ63S7TVY22VK?ASIN=0439023521	One of 2010's best books	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow! What an amazing book. One of the best books I read in 2010. I look forward to the sequels.<br/>This book was full of all the stuff I love, family and love, loss, survival, underdogs winning, a love connection, personal/individual growth and most of all, lucky breaks.<br/>There are so many reviews on this book that I don't want to rehash everything, but I look forward to the next chapter of Katniss's journey.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FWZILXEI0LYT?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games make you hungry for more!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">From the first page, I was drawn into this story. I couldn't put it down, so thank goodness it wasn't too long or I would have missed out on a lot of sleep.<br/>Suzanne Collins did an amazing job of telling the story through Katniss's eyes. It is not stop and full of energy. When I finally finished it, I was still up thinking about it for some time. I can't wait for book two to come out.<br/>A must read for sure!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKI6HGQH32GYB?ASIN=0439023521	I was instantly hooked and couldn't put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is such an engaging, fun, and easy read.  I was captivated after the first page and couldn't put it down!  Collins did an amazing job balancing the brutality of what these Hunger Games entail and the interweaving of the human emotions involved in the main characters.  You instantly feel collected to Katniss and fall in love with Peeta.  I bought the 2nd and 3rd book a few chapters into this book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUT24EKOZ7WB1?ASIN=0439023521	Read It Before The Movie Comes Out In March!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book for the post-apocalyptic society fans out there! The plot is extremely thought out and the entire book works out like a puzzle. No endings or twist that make you feel like the author wrote herself into a corner and took a cheesy way out or anything. Also, does have a touch of love story but just enough to make it interesting and give the reader some relief from the books brutality. Great book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3O7KJAG2UCKLP?ASIN=0439023521	Brilliant	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had seen the movies before I decided to read the books and they're amazingly similar but different at the same time. It is a great story, very original with little to no grammatical mistakes where most books have a few. Suzanne Collins deserves the attention and adoration her books have received from fans everywhere and now she can add one more person to that count. Can't wait to read the second book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RX9R5U2XCLOTV?ASIN=0439023521	"If you liked ""The Host"" by Stephenie Meyer, you'll love this."	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This series of books is amazing! I love the whole plot and there is rarely a dull moment. It's interesting to watch Katniss Everdeen change throughout the book, through her tragedies and her difficult love. It leaves you thinking, trying to guess what will happen next. Truth is, you'll probably be wrong; about almost everything you think will happen. Read this book, and prepare to expect the unexpected.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WV97FE0B37BJ?ASIN=0439023521	"""The Hunger Games"""	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I watched the movie first then I borrowed the book because I didn't know if it was ""my kind of book"" after reading it I purchased it and the next two in the series because I wanted all three in my library so I could reread them again and again.  The book went along with the movie but with more detail and explaination as to the whys and what fors of the movie. ""The Hunger Games"" is well worth the price.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NS3N4HS1WAPA?ASIN=0439023521	Great book for all ages!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My husband and me both had heard about this book and saw the early previews for the movie. We thought the book was geared towards young adults so we did not think about reading it. Then my husband decided to just read it anyways and we were both pleasantly surprised. We both thought this book was little much for young adults. But either way this book was a great one along with 2 others in this trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R374CPN4Y0MRV2?ASIN=0439023521	Very captivating	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I just couldn't stop flipping the pages of this book. It's a book that I truly enjoyed reading and of course had to run out to buy Catching Fire as soon as I finished reading The Hunger Games. Suzanne Collins does a terrific job of telling the story with just enough detail to make you feel as if you are right with Katniss, but not too much detail to bore you to tears.<br/><br/>I highly recommend this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R359GJHQXJNNCT?ASIN=0439023521	Can't wait for the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My daughter recommended this book and the other 2 in the trilogy.  I wasn't too sure but I am so glad that I listened to her.  I thoroughly loved the writing style and the story of hope and tenacity.  Now I wish there were more books from Collins like these!  Just so you know--I am a retired teacher of 35 years and a grandmother so these books are appropriate for all types and ages of readers!  Enjoy!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XK5WIY3WE0T4?ASIN=0439023521	Left me hungry for more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Katniss is an unforgettable character, she won my heart from the very begining of the book.  She is both stubborn and carring and definately a fighter.  In this book she takes her sister's place (Prim) in the Hunger Games, basically saving her life, making the ultimate sacrifice.  She changes the history of Panem with her bravery and defiance, I loved this book and would recommend everyone to read it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1T6V6UYZHA87R?ASIN=0439023521	Must Read - Thrill-a-minute; Complex & deep themes	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was an outstanding book. The action was perfectly paced and heartstopping. The characters were well drawn, complicated, and very human. The world is sketched bit by bit in a way that doesn't seemed forced at all, and it is a horrifying world indeed. I've been hearing that this and the second in the trilogy are fantastic and the third drops off. If it's half as good, it'll still be a great novel.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7FK2PAR0EZ3W?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wanted to read this book because it was recommended by my favorite performer, Adam Lambert.  I didn't think it was my kind of story at first, but the writing was compelling and I didn't want to put it down for anything.<br/>After I found out it was a trilogy, I ordered the other 2 books, Catching Fire and Mockinjay.  I'm 1/2 way through the second one and am enjoying it just as much as the 1st one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HK7BK8P7GGN2?ASIN=0439023521	OBSESSED	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was skeptical of this book, after reading the back it sounded pretty morbid. But I quickly became obsessed. Haven't read a book that kept my attention like this in a long time. Definitely don't judge this book by it's back cover. You might as well buy the other 2 while you're at it because once you're done with this one you will need to start the second right away! So glad my book club picked this!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CU2T4OW5HPJA?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wasn't sure what all the hype was about regarding Hunger Games... I watched the movie and thought it was awful and confusing. Then a friend explained the main points and I decided it was worth a read. And now I'm hooked. Phenomenally written and it keeps you wanting more! I finished this series in about 4 days and it soul  have taken less if I didn't have motherly duties to attend to. A must read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R327KMBW122F80?ASIN=0439023521	Speedy, impressive delivery!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Again and again, I am very impressed with Amazon. I ordered this book on a Sunday and it was waiting on my desk at work that next Tuesday morning. I selected the ""Standard Shipping"" option, too so I was quite pleasantly surprised by the arrival of my book only two days later. The product was also in great condition, which is always a plus. Thank you for another wonderful purchase experience, Amazon!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RX50YCAU1Q2P1?ASIN=0439023521	Pleasant Surprise	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">AFTER I read the book and purchased the other two books in the trilogy, I learned they were geared for adolescent readers.  While I had noted the book was an easy read, the plot was so dramatic that it really drew me in right from the beginning.  There's lots of action and a bit of innocent romance in addition to the drama.  I think even older readers will enjoy it; I know I did and I'm in my 60's!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FO24TK2RJWEF?ASIN=0439023521	Not Just for the Kids	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My daughter had to read this for school.  I picked it up one afternoon because I was so bored, I would have read just about anything.  This is a can't-put-it-down, stay-up-until-your-done kind of book.  This book will have you bringing it to dinner, hiding it under the table cloth,  and reading it when someone isn't looking. The Hunger Games is fast- paced, exciting, and a great book for all ages.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZQ45RW6G6YN5?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A very intense book, while not a new concept in the genre it is told very well. Every book out there now is about vampires and people with special powers, Katniss the main character is just a normal person with skills anyone could learn. The characters are well developed, better than any shimmering vampire or hairy werewolf. The quality of this story is amazing, and the qualities displayed by its characters could teach us something.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VCNK7AET0EB8?ASIN=0439023521	Was surprised by how much I liked it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Despite all the hype, I did not expect the like this novel since I don't usually read ya or dystopian novels. But I loved it! The characters are very well written, as is the plot and the setting. The story line is dynamic and keeps you turning the pages. I am not going to summarize the plot, as this has been done by other reviewers. Suffice it to say, if you haven't read Hunger Games yet, read it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRA2RNKA3XNA3?ASIN=0439023521	Utopia for Teens--the new Lord of the Flies	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">You have to read it. Good plot. Memorable characters. Twists and turns that are not predictable--like most teen lit.  Good to use with discussions of government, psychology, literary elements, and humanities.  I recommend that teens as well as adults read this book.  It is a series but it does end---which is also nice.  My daughter has reread it 5 times now, and I twice (and I don't reread books).</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VJXH51Q4D8QV?ASIN=0439023521	a good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book! As far as young adult sci-fi goes, Suzanne Collins got it right!<br/>This book was not only intriguing, romantic, suspenseful, witty, full of action...it is completely appropriate<br/>for it's young adult audience, yet interesting enough for adults.<br/>I read the three books one after another because I could not wait to find out what would happen next. Neither will you, check it out!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RK1OQOXPYUK75?ASIN=0439023521	Now I know what the fuss was about - and boy am I glad I do	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A ""Young Adult"" novel? I began this book only to see what all the fuss was about, especially coming from ""Regular' adults. One chapter in I thought - WOW - forget genre, just let me keep reading. I'll never understand the mind of the writer, in terms of where concepts like The Hunger Games are formed, but I sure am glad Ms Collins has such a mind. Never disappointed in a single word.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDL5OSWHL81DO?ASIN=0439023521	Makes you forget the reality of the plot!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is such a great book. When you begin to read it, you feel sorry for the characters and their story.  But the more you read it, you become entranced and feel as though that the plot is a normal occurance.  It's very visual and captivating.  While I didn't want to put it down, I wanted to savor some of the chapters as a treat to read it later.  The final chapters had me trembling.  Good book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UN9M95XHMN4?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing Read!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought this book recently, mostly out of curiosity for what the hype was all about. I started reading it one night and wasn't able to stop until I finished the entire book. It was absolutely captivating and very well written. It touches on all of the themes at the heart of humanity. Definitely a must read, goes above and beyond all of my expectations and is well worth the hype it has created.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1I82O8FRFD5IA?ASIN=0439023521	If there are people left in this country who have not read this book, I recommend it  ;)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">LOVED this book!  I am a very sporadic reader and every once in a while I stumble across a book that gets me back into reading again.  This book definitely did that for me.  It is an easy read and kept my interest going and going.  I am embarrassed to say that sometimes I 300 page book can take me a year to read (again, I am a very sporadic reader) but I polished this one of pretty quickly.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2U26LUZXCKG1E?ASIN=0439023521	The suspense is crazy!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really didn't know what to expect with this book. I heard all the talk over the movie and wanted to give the book a try. I cracked the first page and before I knew it, i was 2 hours into it and wasn't putting it down for nothing. One of the best books I can say I have honestly read. The series is amazing but of course the first book is the best in my opinion. Its def. a must read book.!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25U4SUJWTBFRR?ASIN=0439023521	Incredible!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is AMAZING. It is a page turner which makes you think, a lot. As someone who often thinks that best sellers are written in a ""dumbed down"" way, I cannot help but highly recommend this book to anyone. Also, while the book is gut-wrenching, the movie is much more so. The book is definitely a better choice for the squeamish, though the book and the movie complement each other well.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3W4RDNPYBKZCK?ASIN=0439023521	Emotional	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have never read another novel like this, and I doubt I ever will. I held onto The Hunger Games from start to finish, unable to eat or sleep until I knew how it would end, and then I went on to the second book. Katniss is living and breathing, full of righteous fury and vulnerability. There is a reward and a cost for being inside her head. Absolutely nothing appears the same afterwards.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTUY8JTEL3JIG?ASIN=0439023521	Saw the movie had to read the book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I never liked to read but then I saw this movie and liked that so much that I had to read the book. I ended up buy a kindle fire just to read this book and once I started I could not stop. The book I liked better than the movie. I liked the book so much I ended up reading all 3 of them. I have already pre-ordered the movie and plan on re-reading the book before I watch the movie again.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKCOBAR5GV5WP?ASIN=0439023521	Addicting!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have read the series and am having withdrawls.  Oh how I wish there were more books in the series, but I have to wait for the movie.  I hope it stands up to the first book.  I loved these characters like they were my children.  I know they were written for Young Adults, but they are just so entertaining, I couldn't put them down.  I have recommended them to all my friends and family.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YLRMVR0PD84N?ASIN=0439023521	GREAT BOOK	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I would recommend this book to high school kids and adults alike.  I greatly enjoyed it.  The outcome was a little surprising but not completely since the book was written in the first person.  Spoiler Alert - you can't really kill off your narrator can you?  Still a good book that makes you wonder how society might one day turn just as evil.  Think Lord of the Flies meets Armageddon.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPS1R6AMBSBHH?ASIN=0439023521	great book for children and adults	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Although this is not a genre I typically enjoy, I was immediately hooked on this book and the whole series. The story is very original and is a real page turner, which was hard to put down. The violence gets more intense with each book in the series, so parents should consider their child's age and personality when deciding whether or not their child is ready to read the book/series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XY96IUU1X04Y?ASIN=0439023521	Underwhelmed	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was SO bummed out not to like this book! Everyone kept talking it up and I expected to be in heaven. Well, no! The story was interesting but frequently hard to believe and simplistic. No connection with any of the characters and the whole thing felt too forced, particularly the love triangle. The only reason I gave this more than one star is that at least there was a lot of action.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39R768EITZ7CX?ASIN=0439023521	Brilliant	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins has one heck of an imagination. I was genuinely surprised and never thought I would be able to get past the idea of children being used as pawns, but I had to know what all the hype was about and I am glad that I did. The author is brilliant. However, be warned parents: this book can get very brutal and violent. I would recommend this book for older teenagers and up.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RW25NCA2ZQIY6?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've read these books so many times, that I've lost count. Katniss' unknowing courage and heart for Rue and Thresh, her compassion for even Cato.....move me every time. Katniss Everdeen is the heroine that she doesn't expect, doesn't even realize she is...... I love it, because that's what true courage is, being frightened to death and doing what has to be done. Great job, Suzanne!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R133F9K67FT23?ASIN=0439023521	Pretty good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have to admit that I saw the movie first, and thought the book progressed at a slower pace. However, I chose to give it a chance and turns out that I am glad that I did. The characters were fully developed, the story progressed smoothly, and there were components included here that seemed imperative to the story but were missing from the film.  Sad story, but interesting concept.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1P9189TGXHHAI?ASIN=0439023521	Very Good Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was persuaded to read this book by my cousin, and I'm glad I did.  This book has some very good scenes that will make you laugh, cry, and even some things in-between.  If you're a fan of novels about dystopian societies or the movie Battle Royale, you'll love this book here.<br/><br/>Although it has some ""wtf"" moments, I would suggest this book to anyone who needs a good book to read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RGIDM5YJBK6E?ASIN=0439023521	Fascinating and horrifying	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book straight through- which hardly ever happens, since I usually read when I can't sleep. This one kept me up and turning the pages.<br/><br/>It's brilliantly written. The world and the plot and the characters are dead-on precisely drawn, and very coherent.<br/><br/>I've been late trying this series, but I am very eager to continue.<br/><br/>Highly recommended.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MZUX3T6MZ0IE?ASIN=0439023521	Exciting read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a terrifically exciting read.  Collins knows how to spin suspense into her unique and futuristic world.  The characters are a treat in their own and each chapter leaves you hanging on for more!  It is tough to put the book down once you have started.  Great for teens and grown-ups alike, I think anyone who picks up the book will find themselves engulfed in the Games.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UMPKK9XRHOGY?ASIN=0439023521	impossible to put down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">While this book was written for the young adult market, any age will be hooked by the intelligent and absolutely riveting writing in this book. The main character, Katniss, is an unwilling participant in the gruesome ""hunger games"", in which youth are pulled from each district in the nation to fight each other to the death, all of which is shown on reality TV.  Fantastic book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ODT1AYGEG566?ASIN=0439023521	A scifi love story, The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great story line, but they should have put the whole story in one book instead of breaking it up into three seperate books. I intend to read some more of this author, maybe. Although this story wasn't what I consider to be hard scifi, it still held my intrest. I'm glad I read the books without seeing the film, I seem to get so much more from the printed page, for some reason.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QHG18QRB5PDC?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was so great.  It was suspensful and exciting, with a little bit of romance. If I could sum it up in a few words I would say.. it is a heart renching 'gladiator' game, that challenges your ethics and morals all the while giving you a taste of pure romance-- the type of romance you dream of as a girl. I could not put this down.  My husband said I was like a zombie.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21IJ6AJRDVZUP?ASIN=0439023521	great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this is a really good book, its really different and thats what i liked most about it, although the actions does not really start until a couple of chapters into the book but once it does it get even better, the only thing that left me kinda  hanging was the end i wish there would have been more but then agian it seems like there is going to be a sequel so i can only hope.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KW50YES2V91I?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After reading 20 pages I just couldn't put it down and read the rest of the book in 24 hours. I just couldn't stop reading!<br/>The storyline is captivating, the language is simple but beautiful, and the characters are so lively that you feel them as if you were part of the story.<br/>Bought books #2 and #3 right after finishing the first and can't wait to start reading.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1B9SIRFSGC0XR?ASIN=0439023521	Post USA	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked the idea of a Post USA - the way it began sucked you in and made you want to get more into the book. Excellent job of getting you to feel the main character even though she was far removed from anything we would relate to in real life. I wish we were as impelled to read happy books as we are to read this type of dark feeling but it is the real way we get intrigued.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQ60BWKWPOXCR?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The characters here really drew you in. I enjoyed how the book made you feel the story of Catnis, her family and all the others. Their struggle to survive the internal struggles they faced, The character depth was well developed as well I felt as though I knew the main characters in this book. I would recommend this to others, though reading the entire series is a must.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MLNVUCGWFSHI?ASIN=0439023521	Great story with an incredible ending!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great story , good mix of science fiction ,mystery and survival with a bit of romance,the story will hook you one from the first pages until the end.I would go as far as to say the ending is the icing on the cake. If you are into science fiction/mystery/survival/romance you cant go wrong with this book. I would not be surprised if i see a movie adaptation in the future.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LXIYICYK887Z?ASIN=0439023521	Saw the movie and had to buy the book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie on the airoplane to Aussie in Dec 2012 and had to buy the trilogy to see if they got the movie right and they did.  I found this a great read and it was the fastest I've read a book in a long time.<br/><br/>It should have a 16+ rating though as I wouldn't let my 9 year read this book as I know lots of her friends have which I find a little disturbing.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKU3P33DTXO79?ASIN=0439023521	Its worth reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Don't avoid this series just because of the hype. Its still worth reading, especially if you like dystopian worlds or liked Battle Royale. The emphasis on outfits, looks and dressing up is a little on the excessive side, and the protagonist isn't exactly a likable character. But if you can get past those things, this is a great novel. Probably the best of the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCANNCC3BB6FV?ASIN=0439023521	I was unable to stop reading!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My daughter loved this book and after seeing the movie I had to read this.<br/>It was so well written well thought out. The idea the district's being our different geographical states one could easily into that and compare to our present governments treatment of certain states and populations.<br/>Of course we fall big time for these characters!highly recommended!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJ1CYQD2JEBG6?ASIN=0439023521	Should Have Read it Sooner!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A friend recommended THE HUNGER GAMES to me about a year ago, but I held off on reading it because the premise was kind of morbid. I finally decided to pick it up, and I read it in about a day and a half. I couldn't put it down! I really became attached to the characters, especially Katniss, Peeta, and Haymitch. I couldn't wait to read Catching Fire when I was done!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LVRT3C8F0AGF?ASIN=0439023521	A Wonderful, Wonderful book...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is an AMAZING, 5 star book. Anyone who likes survival, futuristic, or romance stories is sure to adore this book. I myself love futuristic survival stories. If you have not read this, you MUST because it is too wonderful a book to resist reading. Anything less than a 5 star rating must have an important reason to go with it because this is AMAZING.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XSQWR70D1HZR?ASIN=0439023521	Not just for YA	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A ripping yarn, well paced and thoughtfully put together.  Stories centered around a love triangle usually leave me cold but in this case Ms. Collins didn't allow the romantic complications to overwhelm her core story (looking at you, Laurell Hamilton).  Although clearly written for a younger audience, the book held my attention to the end and left me wanting more.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1AD9GZBBVPNIP?ASIN=0439023521	Rate for Hunger Games Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie several months ago. Left me feeling a little strange, with what type of movie it was. But it left me with interesting thoughts. My daughter thought I might like the book so I have about 20 pages left to go and the book makes me want to see the movie again. Great book, great writer. Will have to go look and see what other books they have written....</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RM4EZ81HPL9I6?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I started reading this because I kept hearing how great it was. I typically do not like ""sci-fi"" types of books but I was able to borrow it from someone so I gave it a shot. It was slow going for the first 70 pages or so but then once I got past that, I couldn't set it down.  I stayed up all night to finish reading it and then couldn't wait to get the second book!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NNF2CB7GHG51?ASIN=0439023521	great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was way better than the movie ..  I actually fall in love with Peeta ... I love the way the book is written always wanting to not stop reading ...It start out in Katniss' point of view .. Everything she is feeeling the way she thinks like a normal human girl ...i can see how this book is a real big hit ...thanks for writting this book suzanne collins ..</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30OJSEOKTB0DG?ASIN=0439023521	This book is much more than expected	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My gosh, I tried hard to avoid the hype of the Hunger Games, but I got drawn into it. This book is so much more than expected! The author draws you into the story and makes you feel like you're actually there and watching this unfold live. I could not put this down. I finished the entire book overnight an  I'm really gonna read it again! Definitely a great book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2X1QET03JRWQJ?ASIN=0439023521	Fast read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I normally wouldn't have picked this book up but my daughter insisted it was good and that I would like it.  I am a really slow reader but couldn't put this book down and read it in no time. Seems that it would be an enjoyable book for youth also.  Violent idea but not graphic, romance but no sex, strong characters.  I can't wait to read the rest of the trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OXA93EJ3SBLV?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was an amazing book! The characters are portrayed so well you come to love, or hate, them. They come to life in your imagination and you can't help, despite the unspeakable premise of the Games, cheer for your favorites,When I finished this book I went directly on to the second, It is that good you simply have to see what transpires in the following texts.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHZJG1DBISW8?ASIN=0439023521	Great book, but certain portions could have been edited out.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The last 10% of this book and other scenes where all those elaborate descriptions of dressing, make-up, food, etc. before the MC enters into the Hunger Games should have been cut, IMO. Otherwise, this book deserves 5 stars - Excellent story-telling. Also, am not sure if this is for kids, as categorized, but adults can definitely read it. Great Kindle pricing :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RE1HQ2BEXB17I?ASIN=0439023521	The Best Of The Trilogy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Of course, the first book is always the best, and this one was excellent!  It was one of those books I just couldn't put down.  Although I have seen the movie a couple of times, I'll probably still go back and read the books again.  They fill in all the blanks that movies just can't do.  Loved it so much better than the Twilight Series, which I have also read.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3F2LGXC0V19HR?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wanted to read this series before the movie came out because as we all know the book is usually better. Wow!! This book was more than good, it was amazing. The characters are believable, the writting is excellent, and it left me haunted for days thinking about my own kids in that situation. I'm always leary about Y/A books, but this one is good for all ages.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MCEFKIWKGVRM?ASIN=0439023521	Believe the hype!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm a teacher and saw a student reading this book. I asked, ""Is it good?"" and he enthusiastically said, ""YES!"". That was enough for me to get the book the next day. I was immediately sucked in. I'm sure this review is not the predominately featured one so let me just tell you that it's a quick read and you won't want to put it down. Yes, it does meet the hype!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHDXFD9B6FAA9?ASIN=0439023521	Read series twice, very hard to put this book down once you get started	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is sci-fi / horror though.  Was somewhat amazed that my 7th grader was reading it in school last year, but I picked it up and started reading it, and could not put it down.  It is dystopian futuristic, PTSD, fiction, may be horrifying/depressing for some to read, but this could be believable in the future, if we are not careful, post catastrophe, post war.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3I0H88EHXRMAO?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book took me by surprise. It had been on my shelf for a very long time and I kept picking it up and putting it down again. Then last week I read the first chapter with no real intention of reading it all but it had me hooked . It is truly original. Don't waste a moment more go and buy it. As soon as I finished it I had to buy the next two in the series.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VMQKLH7YD6AO?ASIN=0439023521	I loved it.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is not the kind of book I normally read, but my daughter INSISTED it was a must read.  I'm so glad she pushed me to read it.  It's nothing short of brilliant, everything an author aspires to and everything a reader looks for.  Innovative, unusual, unexpected twists.  Even if it doesn't look like ""your cup of tea"" read it anyway.  You'll be glad you did.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2L1JRU1PWZYAC?ASIN=0439023521	Entertaining but missing something	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger Games was a book that had been sitting on my bookshelf for the last few months unread. I finally decided to read it yesterday. It is a very easy book to finish in a few hours. I did enjoy the book but I just felt the whole time I was looking for more details and descriptions. However I will continue to read the series since it is an entertaining book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RL9E94KQCIB22?ASIN=0439023521	Let the Hunger Games Begin	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is an amazing dystopian post-apocalyptic science-fiction adventure where Tributes from each District in Panem have to compete and survive in the Hunger Games. It's a great risk everyone will have to take and never forget. It's a choice whether people can live or die in a post-apocalyptic future depending on their determination for survival.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QK6BM5FUSXBA?ASIN=0439023521	Loved the movie, and loved the book even more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie first, and then went back and read the book and I am so glad I did. Really amazing! I couldn't put it down. Read it in one day. Even though I already knew what happened, it was a riveting read and I found my heart was racing during parts. Very intense and I love all the nuances and details that I got from the book that the movie didn't have.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RYQVEPS18YVC?ASIN=0439023521	Decent read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Though not normally a fan of first-person narrative, I found this book well worth the time. Could be a true vision of a dystopian future for our world. The mystery of the other characters mindsets and motivations works well with the practicality and, sometimes, clueless view from the main character, Katniss.  Look forward to the next title from this author.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CI5UEV9UA10C?ASIN=0439023521	I loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have to say I loved this book. When I first started reading it, I knew nothing about it, I honestly thought it was going to be a zombie book.  I was pleasantly surprised. I loved the characters and the story.  Katniss and Peeta are true heroes. I can't wait to read the rest of the series.  No wonder its been at the top of the best seller list for so long!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPUBZ9E6GMFET?ASIN=0439023521	Love this	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book in one day. Could not put it down. So intriguing and Suzanne Collins made me feel I was a part of the games. I even stopped working on our bathroom remodel til I was finished. I was hesitant to read this at first because of the subject matter. Children killing one another. But so glad I did. I recommend this book. Looking forward to book 2</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11MSJZXX06P8W?ASIN=0439023521	Now understand the excitement behind this series!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Now I understand the excitement behind this series!  I have not seen the movie but it did give me a reason to look into the books.  While I realize it was written for a younger audience I thoroughly enjoyed the story and am looking forward to reading the remaining books in the trilogy.  It also helped that it was available for free loan from Amazon Prime.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FGNLG4OIDMPQ?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Overall I really liked this book. The middle was especially suspenseful and it became a real page turner. By the end of the book I was satisfied with how it ended but it didn't make me run out and buy the next book in the series. I was expecting the ending to be such a cliffhanger that I had to know what happened next right now! But that wasn't the case.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R390QOJLKMKG0J?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved The Hunger Games! It is now my favorite series! The book is also impossible to put down and the details were amazing! I would totally recommend the bokk to anyone and everybody. If you're looking for a book that keeps you on your toes, filled with action, and is a great series then read the Hunger Games and ""may the odds be ever in your favor!""</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3A2OHNPINXZ8E?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I LOVE this book. I love it so much it only took me a week to finish it. My favorite character is Rue. I think it's so cool that she can jump around in the trees. I seriously thought Rue would try to kill Katniss, but I guess I was wrong. Rue really saved Katniss when she pointed out that tracker jacker nest. I hope you like the book as much as I did!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R80JQZKPB5DZ1?ASIN=0439023521	Compelling	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I struggled to get past the idea of this being a ""kid's book"" for most if the storyline. But while some of the major plot points do seem a little predictable for an adult reader, there is enough subtext to be satisfying. I'd heard that the book was brutally violent, but I didn't find it so. Looking forward to the movie and then the next book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SABVCO36T0F2?ASIN=0439023521	imagination plus	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Being an older reader I thought the reading might appeal to the young.<br/>However I could'nt wait to read all three books. It put my mind to work<br/>imagining the scenery, the blood and guts, the characters good and bad.<br/>Hope we don't experience this situation in the future. Looking forward<br/>to reading more of the same by Suzanne Collins</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ER78F4F9THMA?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is a great book. I really enjoyed it. It was a little scary but it was also very exciting. In some parts it made me feel tingly inside. In this book a girl named katness was forced to go to the Hunger Games. In the games kids 12-16 will fight till the death untill one kid is left. They are called victors. This is the best book I have read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23Y38EUGFPYNC?ASIN=0439023521	Couldnt wait to download the second book.....	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great plot.  Good story telling. Enjoyed the ""David vs Goliath"" nature of the story.<br/><br/>It was great to finally have a book that I didn't want to put down!  Downloaded the 2nd book immediately after I had finished the first.<br/><br/>Have not seen the movie, but heard that the movie was not good at all (so dont compare it to that).</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R265WXLOORJI8V?ASIN=0439023521	Unexpected	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't want to believe the hype. I thought the world had gone nuts over another brainless book. But then I decided to read The Hunger Games from the Kindle lender's library. Oh my goodness. What an amazing story! The tragedy, the drama, the betrayal, the love, the WHOLE thing. I am immediately going to read the next book in the series. I'm hooked.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GB5ZOI009DGM?ASIN=0439023521	Reluctant Series Reader	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I did not want to read these books, I usually do not enjoy books in a series, but this is an outstanding book. The plot line is an old one but the author weaves her characters into new twists and surprises on the good vs evil theme.<br/>I would recommend this book, I was on a three week vacation and had it on my Ipad and had to order the other two.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33PLO6D00TO90?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent, fast-paced	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'd have easily read this all in one sitting if I had the time.  It maintains a good pace throughout.  It's not entirely predictable.  If you get into the first few chapters and decide you like it, you might consider ordering the next book right away.  This one finishes the immediate storyline but it leads right into the second book in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1T5H0WTLP0APF?ASIN=0439023521	Gripping, well-written series that makes you think	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a thrilling ride from start to finish, a trilogy that pokes at our own cultural foibles. While I've seen some criticise  the fact that young adults are exposed to battles to the death, it's not too outlandish considering what young people have been exposed to throughout the ages. Teenagers have been forced to work down mine shafts, get married, and even ruled countries. In most cultures, kids become adults at thirteen! I'm all for kids' rights, and legal ages, but found the criticism of this fictional masterpiece silly. And by the way, the books are better than the films, too.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FFNN5B34AFM9?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book completely different from the movie.  Preferred the book instead of the movie.  Perfect as a Kindle download. Cheers</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBILA5S0WAGO1?ASIN=0439023521	Very interesting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was told by a friend to get this book  so glad she did  It was very interesting and different than anything I had read before</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R126LM4OD6NA9S?ASIN=0439023521	excellent read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Didn't really think I would enjoy the story line of this series of books but ended up just loving it</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8MQUDT64WLP5?ASIN=0439023521	Easy reading and quite entertaining.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Easy reading and quite entertaining. There are parts that would definitely suit a movie more than in a book. The ending was a little disappointing but I guess it leads on to the second book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SF3PD291T8MQ?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What a good read this was. Best book I have read in ages. Pretty hard to put down and I did not want it to end. On to the next one now.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33QAH4WS6DSTZ?ASIN=0439023521	It ain't just a river in Egypt	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Okay, so I've been avoiding this one for a long time as I'm not much of a hype follower.  But on a whim (stuck on a train and just finished a book on my Kindle) this popped up as suggested reading and I figured I'd give it a shot.  I'm really glad I did.  The narrative style took a bit of getting used to, but overall this was a highly enjoyable read.  I'm now reading the sequel, so that's saying a lot!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11M7E2KJBA3E1?ASIN=0439023521	the hunger games while	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The hunger games brings you into a world you never want to see. And very quickly grabs a hold of you and won't let you go into you finish the book. You just have to know what's going to  Cat. At the end of the book you hope her world will be better. But you have the feeling that it won't.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20DKZXPN3XGLR?ASIN=0439023521	Great book(s)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">These books were really excellent, however they really do need to be read as a trilogy.  I do not really understand why authors write it in the form of 3 books, when each was very short, and cannot really stand on their own.  Is it because they get paid to get something out quickly?<br/><br/>Having said that, it is a great read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R229CLCFW3ZSXV?ASIN=0439023521	Lives up to the hype!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought this would be one of those books that couldn't live up to its own hype.. I was wrong. I couldn't stop reading&amp; will be starting book 2 straight away!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28BY3E403MRBA?ASIN=0439023521	Great version of a great story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought this for my dad, as he loves a good story, but he is in his 70s now and his eyes don't let him read for as long as he would like to. Over the years I have always shared books with him that I love, and now I buy him the best ones as audio books. I love The Hunger Games series, and now I think he will too. He's really enjoyed listening to the first one, in fact, he's been flying through it. I highly recommend it, for those who can't or don't want to just sit down and read the book for whatever reason, or for those who enjoy having a story told to them.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R389618LYLJRNF?ASIN=0439023521	LOVED IT!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I watched the movie when it came out in theatres without having read the book and thought the movie was ok.  Friends that did read the book told me the movie did not do the book justice.  So, after seeing a great deal on Amazon for the book, (less than 2 bucks, I think!), thought I'd check it out.  If you liked the movie AT ALL..you will LOVE the book.  Or, if you are like some of my friends and hated the movie (they were kind of right)...there is still a pretty good chance you will LOVE the book. :)</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R362S74WMI0MDB?ASIN=0439023521	i love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent novel for all ages! I highly recommend this for a great read. Engaging, well written, and entertaining. Clean and appropriate for all audience. Even my husband enjoyed it! This book will suck you in and let you get lost in a great story!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DOJ0LDET8USI?ASIN=0439023521	sent as a gift to my sister	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I ordered and had this sent to my sister as a surprise.  She was thrilled!  It was shipped in a timely manner and was in very good shape, according to her.  She sat down and read it through that day!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LMHF0JTTKAS?ASIN=0439023521	The plot pulls you in	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wasn't sure how I was going to like this book as I'm always a bit worried about YA books, but although the main character was a YA that is about where it stops being YA.  The book was well written and engaging and moved well from suspenseful to suspenseful moment.  The characters are liable if a bit transparent (they are teenagers after all) but the flow of the book is such that it's easy to get engrossed in the story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R253ZFQSISX3E4?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is wonderful! I read the entire book (except for the last few pages) on a flight home from Hawaii and actually wanted to sit on the plane to finish it! It is that good! The movie is great too, but the book is always better!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHVZNYBI781J0?ASIN=0439023521	A Thrilling Ride	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">With over 10,000 reviews and a hit movie, there is little left to be said about Suzanne Collins' ""The Hunger Games"".  I admit I'm a little late in coming to the game, but I'm glad I finally got a chance to read this book.  It is an incredibly hard to put down book that will leave readers gasping for more.<br/><br/>Everyone knows the basic plot.  In a dystopian world, two tributes from each district of Panem must compete in the Hunger Games.  Winning means becoming rich; losing means certain death.  When Katniss Everden hears her sister's name called at the annual selection process, she volunteers herself.  Unwittingly, she finds herself a favorite among the Gamemakers, especially after her fellow tribute, Peeta Mellark, declares his undying love for her.  Katniss has incredible prowess with a bow and arrow, but isn't looking forward to facing off against Peeta to win the games.  The longer she stays in the games the more she questions the rules that regulate their existence - the hardships that people face in the outer districts compared with the ease and frivolousness of life in the Capitol.  Can Katniss find a way to win the games but subvert the intentions of the Gamemakers who see nothing wrong with making children kill each other for sport?<br/><br/>Collins has crafted a unique dystopian story that will appeal to male and female readers alike.  So many young adult novels seem to be directed towards one or the other, but ""The Hunger Games"", even though narrated by Katniss, will certainly be enjoyed by male readers.  Collins keeps the action going, causing readers to push ahead at breakneck speed and thirsting for more when they reach the end of this first book.  I cannot wait to read the second in the trilogy to find out how  this disturbing dystopian world can change.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TZJA0HLM8B6K?ASIN=0439023521	What was I waiting for?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm often the reader that's late to the game when it comes to the books and series that blow up and cause a sort of pandemonium - for the most part at least. I didn't read HARRY POTTER until the first four books were in paperback. I didn't read TWILIGHT until the fourth book was just released. I only recently read THE WONDERFUL WORLD OF OZ a few years ago. I have yet to finish THE LORD OF THE RINGS or PERCY JACKSON or THE CHRONICLES OF NARNIA. So despite the fact that THE HUNGER GAMES became the talk of the book world when it released in 2008, I brushed it aside and thought nothing of it. The recent emergence of a website devoted to the Games (due, in large part, to the the film release coming up) sparked my curiosity and so I read.<br/><br/>Though the beginning felt a bit slow, the tale of Katniss Everdeen quickly became thrilling and heart-stopping. In a post-apocalyptic world, a government known as the Capitol rules over 12 districts (formerly 13). As a reminder to those citizens who may want to rebel against them, the Capitol holds an annual ""event"" known as The Hunger Games, during which one boy and one girl from each district is forced to fight to survive in front of cameras that broadcast the games live to everyone. The goal of the Games? To be the last one standing. For the 74th annual games, 16-year-old Katniss is the girl sent from District 12 when she jumps in to take the place of her younger sister; with her goes Peeta Mallark. The two of them join the other tributes - some ruthless, some stealthy, and some secretive - in a fight to the death for survival.<br/><br/>One of the reasons I ended up liking this book were Suzanne Collins' characters. Katniss, while not perfect, is strong, smart, clever, and determined - traits that are often hard to find in novels for young adults, though they are becoming more popular. In a world (both before and during the games) where survival is key, she is willing to do anything to stay alive. Does it always translate well as a character? No, I don't believe so, but I do believe that her downfalls are merely due to her need to move forward. Peeta has many layers, not all of which are revealed from the beginning, though Collins manages to reveal this character's depth in a way that is not annoying and manages to keep readers interested. For me personally, there was a lot of flip-flopping between liking him and distrusting him, which makes me believe that he's as real as they come. After all, what girl isn't confused by boys? Supporting characters are briefly showcased but spotlighted well. Rae is a character that will make people sit up and take notice, Haymitch is confusing at his best, Madge is somewhat forgettable but leaves a lasting impression for her gift to Katniss.<br/><br/>Though the dystopian setting is popular right now (especially since it's been more than a few years since THE HUNGER GAMES released), Collins' story is riveting and full of twists and turns that left me breathless and wondering about who was good, who was bad, and what was true. The premise is reminiscent of THE LOTTERY by Shirley Jackson but Collins weaves such intricate moments from Katniss' perspective that I can almost forgive the writing style. Collins writes in choppy sentences, no doubt a mimic of a teenager's racing mind and thoughts that jump from one topic to the next; I wasn't a fan but the story was intriguing enough that I continued reading.<br/><br/>The ending is a clear introduction to the following book, CATCHING FIRE, which is, in a way, unnecessary. With the majority of the trials and tribulations coming to a close by the book's end, I believe Collins could have written an ending that was more concise and closed. While I enjoy trilogies, I like books that can stand alone in its own way. That is, I don't mind having to read more but I like to have a clear beginning, middle, and end. I look forward to reading the 2nd book in this trilogy but I wish I didn't have to, if that makes any sense.<br/><br/>THE HUNGER GAMES is a great and entertaining book but it's also a look into the psyche of humans and an opening of questions regarding governments and reality television, of all things. If you haven't picked this book up (for whatever reason), do yourself a favor - put it on your ""to read"" list.<br/><br/>-- originally reviewed for Ordinary People, Extraordinary Works --</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R300BQM71N1PUK?ASIN=0439023521	Really enjoyed McCormick's narration!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As I type this, I've already started in on the second book in this series via audiobook. It's a pretty entertaining series and I can see where Collins's work has had a particularly large influence on the dystopian genre as a whole. You can argue that there's better out there or more well known works, but this was exactly what such an under-noticed genre needed to fully push itself into mainstream notice, just as Twilight was what YA PNR/UF needed to gain traction.<br/><br/>The basic premise here is actually pretty horrific for a teen/children's novel. You have a society that is constantly kept on the brink of starvation due to the seemingly selfish actions of an Orwellian government that is always watching for signs of rebellion. Despite there having been a potential mass extinction event, the world outside of the Districts is relatively full of life sustaining wild foods and game- which suggests that starvation could potentially be avoided if not for the Capitol's mandate that nobody stray outside of the walls. There was a rebellion, but it was squashed and in retaliation the Capitol essentially requires that every District send two children to the Hunger Games to fight each other semi-gladiator style for their amusement. The wealthier districts, the ones who can afford to train their children from birth and always seem to have enough to eat, don't mind this as much as the poorer districts who live day to day and enter the games emaciated- ensuring their defeat and deaths.<br/><br/>It's into this type of world that we see Katniss, a girl who can't afford to be sentimental but is devoted to her family. She enters the games due to her love for her sister and ends up getting caught up in the various games the Capitol has to offer both in and out of the arena. Katniss is forced to agree to a rather twisted ploy for survival: to fake love with Peeta to gain support from various benefactors. This is actually fairly interesting, as many novels of this like would have her instantly falling for Peeta at first sight and there being obvious protestations of love from the get go. This might be spoilerish, but as there's tons of reviews of the book and movie commenting on their relationship I think that most will already be aware of the basic spoilers. Katniss takes a lot of convincing to even acknowledge what basic emotions she does feel, which I liked. The story in this first book isn't really about romance, it's about survival and personal freedoms first and foremost. It's obvious that romance will eventually become a main thrust of the series, but right here and now it's just having the groundwork laid for future love triangles and developments. I respect this, as most times you have the romance between the various characters be the central focus of the series, with anything else being there just to highlight how in ""wub"" the two main characters are. It's nice to have something that has the romance as something to accent a more major and more pressing plot point.<br/><br/>This book isn't entirely perfect, mind you. There are points where the plot does seem to be a little overly extended and some readers will undoubtedly be frustrated with a general lack of detail about a lot of elements in the novel. As the book's focus is survival, we're given only what is most pertinent to the moment as far as back story goes for Panem in general. It makes sense that there wouldn't be gobs of info drops, but it doesn't make it any less frustrating at times. Having a little more description about how rough life is would make it more understanding to have someone around Katniss's age or the wonderfully tragic Rue's age act so mature. Their maturity is sometimes at odds with how they act, which both helps and hurts things. It reminds us that they're still kids but it'd also be good to show that these characters never had time to be kids.<br/><br/>Ultimately though, this is a great book and the narration here is very well done. If you have a chance to listen to this as opposed to reading it, I highly recommend it. McCormick is pretty talented and I loved how she voiced Haymitch.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31VAZGF9LGVZ7?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent, thought provoking book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't know what to expect when I first picked up this book. I had heard a very brief description of it, and it didn't sound like my thing. But so many people recommended it, that I went ahead and read it. I'm so glad that I did. It's exceptionally written, thought provoking, and intense. It's really a must read. I've read it over and over again.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DN9F8V6IDWAB?ASIN=0439023521	Happy Hunger Games! And may the odds be ever in your favor!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">About:<br/>In The Hunger Games author Suzanne Collins has created a gritty dystopian world that is ruled by the Capital of Panem.<br/>The Capital is surrounded by twelve districts and most people are starving to death.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is a televised fight to the death that takes place each year. During an event called 'The Reaping', one boy and one girl from each district are chosen for the games. There are twenty four 'tributes' total that will compete in the Hunger Games.<br/>Talk about reality tv in the extreme!<br/><br/>Our protagonist, young Katniss Everdeen, hunts with her bow and arrow to feed her family. Her father died in a mine blast. Katniss Everdeen's best friend and hunting partner is a boy named Dale.<br/>Now that The Reaping is coming around again, her twelve year old sister, Prim, is old enough to have her name put in. To Katnisses horror, Prim is the first name drawn from Disctrict 12. Katniss volunteers to take her place. The boy chosen from Katnisses district is the baker's son, Peeta Mellark. As Katniss participates in the Hunger Games, she finds unexpected friends and even a love interest.<br/>At first she thought she had no chance of winning, but as the games progress her survival instincts kick in.<br/><br/>My thoughts:<br/><br/>When I first began reading The Hunger Games I had no idea I would be sucked into this gritty dystopian world.<br/>I must say, I found the first sixty pages or so to be slow going. However, once the games began I could not put the book down, especially the last hundred pages or so.<br/>Author Suzanne Collins writes multi dimensional characters and an action packed storyline. Those Hunger Games are tough! The final battle scene turned my stomach.<br/><br/>I really enjoy dystopian fiction, I like these gritty, desperate types of stories. The Capital is harsh and cruel, using these kids fight to the death as entertainment and as a reminder of the power they hold over everyone. There's plenty of mind games and manipulation involved here.<br/>I liked Katniss from the start, for being just sixteen, she holds her own and survives as best she can. She takes care of her mom and sister after her father dies and her mom goes into a deep depression. Katniss resents her mom for this. Once she is in the arena, she really thinks things through as she plays the game.<br/>I liked Peeta as well. As the book progresses, his character is really sweet.<br/>Then of course, there is Gale, Katnisses best friend back home. We don't get to see much from Dale in this book, but I have a feeling a love triangle is just getting started.<br/>The cast of supporting characters is well written as well and the world building was great, so as the story progressed, I was easily swept up.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IPJODBXZJ0VL?ASIN=0439023521	Great story, great listening	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I resisted the Hunger Games for quite a while just because it was so insanely popular.  Finally, I broke down and bought an audiobook copy.  Now I understand why it is so popular!<br/><br/>The story is unusual, character-driven, action-packed, and written in a style so direct and clear it comes across as intense as the characters and circumstances it describes.  The storyline is often grim but interspersed with flashes of humor.  My 12 year old son loved this book and the rest of the trilogy, even though the main character is a girl.<br/><br/>Finally, I enjoyed the voice of the actress who read the book aloud.  When looking to buy the audiobooks for the next two stories, I ran across a number of reviews that criticized the reader of those books - said she was unsuitable, too old for Katness, didn't make her voice masculine enough for the male characters, etc.  I rushed to see if the publishers had changed the reading voice - and it was the same actress!  I think she does a great job, her voice is compelling and not quite smooth, gets across the occasional harshness of the characters and the story.  I think some people not familiar with being read aloud to, were perhaps expecting an audiobook to sound more like a play?  That's the only reason I can come up with for understanding the point of view of those reviews.<br/><br/>Since then I have listened to both Catching Fire and Mockingjay on audiobook, loved the stories and how they were read aloud.  The books are great, and particularly suited to listening to, in the car or otherwise.<br/><br/>I highly recommend the audiobooks, and these books in any media, for kids maybe 11 and up, and for adults as well.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27L2RPA6VMJIU?ASIN=0439023521	Best to buy the dust cover edition, not the collector's edition	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have the complete trilogy purchased as separate books, but, only the first book-The Hunger Games-is available as a hardbound 'collector's edition.' So, I bought this more expensive hard cover version as a long term investment.  The story across the 3 books is remarkable, surely one of the best in the 'war and peace' genre since Tolkien's Lord of the Rings series.  I recommended on my fb page that The Hunger Games trilogy should be required reading in social studies or political science classes at the sophomore or junior level in high school.  My niece relayed that her husband's high school is teaching The Hunger Games in a 9th grade civics class.  Excellent.<br/><br/>Now, I would recommend that you buy each of these books, if buying as hardbacks, in the dust-cover, not the so-called collector's edition.  This edition has a lovely, well-constructed slip cover, but, the book itself has no additional dust cover with the lovely art (as do books 2 and 3 not yet out in the ""collector's"" version.)  The Hunger Games collector's edition book binding is cheaper quality material in terms of both cover and the paper used for the pages, which are also crudely cut anyway compared to the hardcover books 2 and 3.  Not acceptable.  Buy all 3 hardcover books <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Hunger-Games-Collector-s-Edition/dp/0545405777"">The Hunger Games - Collector's Edition</a> separately only in the dust cover version!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUHG7PMTAHBYV?ASIN=0439023521	Very Entertaining	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games seems to be very similar to Battle Royale. Both are set in the future, and involve children fighting to the death. Collin's book is not a rip of Battle Royale, but much rather a book with a similar plot idea. I do not want to give away too many spoilers, but how Collin's presents the characters of district 12, and how they are living in poverty, makes you really feel for the people and their struggle for living. The moment you pick it up you do not want to put it down until it is finished. The way Katniss's thoughts are presented throughout the story helps you better connect to her and the overall story/history of the games. You would think that there would be a large of amount of confusion with all the different roles of the characters, districts, and how Panem is setup, but enough information is given to give you the sense of what is going on (nothing is worse then a poor introduction of a plot). Overall, The Hunger Games is a well-written book, and i highly recommend reading. Oh, and go watch the movie when you are done!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCUFZVJ0JDD7Z?ASIN=0439023521	One of the best series I've read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">From my wife Sarah: Others have written about the story line so I'll just get right to it. I had read that this was a book designed for teens so I stayed away from it until I saw the movie. I was curious and got the first book. It was amazing, so I got the other two. This is definitely a book for adults too.<br/><br/>I can't remember when I've been so moved by a fiction book. The writing in the series was genius, making the characters so alive, real, honest and easy to relate to. The story lines in all three books were absolutely unpredictable and so compelling that I read the trilogy in 4 days, and I'm not a particularly fast reader.<br/><br/>As a Scifi fan, I found that the Scifi element was totally satisfying to me. It was so imaginative and new. The author created an entire new earth, designing everything from various cultures to politics, medicine, technology, fashion and more.<br/><br/>And ultimately I'd say there was a very deep message that was being communicated. I'll let you experience it for yourself, but it was so well done.<br/><br/>The books were exciting though violent and deeply sad at times. It wasn't your typical story where everyone you care about ends up happily ever after. But that's part of what makes it so powerful and worth reading.<br/><br/>I would say that parents who have a say in what their kids read should read it first and then decide if it's okay for them.<br/><br/>Late teens and adults, these are the best fiction books I've read in a long time, and I highly recommend them.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Z43SIYZH70FV?ASIN=0439023521	Stunning writing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Yes I usually give in to the hoopla and read what's got the most hype.  When I read this though I couldn't help but compare to Twilight series. Mostly because people keep saying with the movies coming out it going to be the new phenom.<br/><br/>So I feel compared to Twilight the writing is much better and just feels powerful.  The detailed description of the characters, the district and the capitol was stunning.  It is a world that was created almost like Harry Potter series.  Like Twilight this has a love story thrown in , very creatively I must say, but disengaged with the love story.  In fact I found my self skimming when it became mushy.<br/><br/>I thought the writing to be excellent but did not feel the hype.  The first book really felt like a intro to the characters.  Which makes me wonder how the two other books in the series fare.<br/>Saying all that I had fun reading it because it brought me back to enjoy reading as I was on a break.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17DW5SZFTTJ8A?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games Collectors Edition -A Must for Hunger Games fans	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was SO thrilled when a Hunger Games fansite shared on Facebook that Amazon had listed the Hunger Games Collectors Edition as available (Origionally it was to be released in November) and ordered myself a copy immediately.  I love so many things about this special edition, I know there have been a lot of reviews that weren't 100% pleased with this item.  So it's not luxorious.  THIS IS the Hunger Games we're talking about here...<br/><br/>I love the new Mockingjay on the box cover and page edges on the book!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WUKWNWGDTYFR?ASIN=0439023521	Item as listed	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Im not here to write a review based on other books/products or even the story itself( which is awesome if you havent read it by the way), but to comment on this item listing.  The package came well sealed with no damage from shipping at all, which is always a plus. The book comes with a case that can be stored in with what appears to be new mockingjay artwork. The hardcover cloth binding seems durable, and is pretty cool too. As a fan of the book, and only owning the kindle edition until now, personally I feel like it was a great buy. If you are new to the series, I would suggest maybe getting the standard edition, but if you are already a fan of this great series, you should definitely check this out.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROMC1498QN5RF?ASIN=0439023521	Great book for kids and adults alike.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I just finished reading this tonight and it was a fantastic book.  Finished in about a week.  Between school and work I didn't have time to finish it faster.  But I really fell for Katniss and her dilemma(s).  It was a fantastic story that was funny, scary (not bad scary) and sad.  I look forward to reading Catching Fire which I will start tonight.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35RWMLSLL41WN?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you combined Alexanders Dumas, père, with a dose of George Orwell, you would get Suzanne Collins. That's how good she is. I'm thankful she's so unabashed about using her amazing talents to tell ripping yarns -- this is what can save reading books in the modern world, the willingness to engage with story at such high velocity. Thank you, Suzanne.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZU57WUH941HZ?ASIN=0439023521	Loved the hunger games!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this book. I read it because my daughter was reading it for school and wanted to be able to discuss it with her along the way. I probably would not have read it otherwise. I couldn't put it down and finished it long before she did. I watched the movie after, but loves the book more. Looking forward to reading 'catching fire' next'</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2M4TZT5BO7UCM?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The first book of the Suzanne Collins series about how each district must give up a male and female to fight for the right to win to the death to reign as the years winners to commemorate the insurrection against the systems government (Panem). The beginning where Katniss volunteers for the first time in the Hunger Games to take her sisters place.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R140J84LWN5DRH?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The premise is not terribly original  - It reminded me of any number of post-apocolypse movies (or even a really bad reality TV show!  That said, the book grabs you by the collar from page one and won't let go.  I had a hard time putting this down.  The characters were engaging and believable.  Very much looking forward to the rest of the trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1W7ISBLQNF11I?ASIN=0439023521	A delightful surprise	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was hesitant to read this book because of the cult following it seemed to develop.  I'm very glad I finally gave in and read it. While some of the events were a bit predictable, they were set off by many other imaginative and thought provoking scenes.  I admit that I am eagerly looking forward to indulging in the remaining books of the trilogy.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LSL4A0QJX4SU?ASIN=0439023521	A book for all ages	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My sister gave me this book at 10 pm. I couldn't stop reading it until I finished at at 3am on a work night! That's how addictive it is. This is the first book in years that had that effect on me. This story was well written with lovable character and a theme that relevant in this age of reality tv programming. If I could I would give it 10 stars</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OS0NAMCCCYGE?ASIN=0439023521	Kept me interested	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was told about this book by a friend and so I thought I'd read it.  It was engaging from the start.  I enjoyed the story line.  The development of characters really draws you in and you love and loath each of them as if you were there yourself.  I ended up getting the rest of the trilogy because I had to know how it ended!  Entertaining read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25ZS8OE7GM7DD?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I purchased Th Hunger Games @ my nieces suggestion for my son to read. He promptly turned his nose up (no vampires!). However the school reading log beckoned and he had to get some reading done. 2 hours later I was was happily signing off on 50 pages read and planning on getting the next book on the series! I love it when a plan comes together.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GG2ZQE7AAMAX?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger For More	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As mistress of dystopian fiction, Suzanne Collins weaves an action-packed science fiction thriller based on Theseus and gladiators, all thrust into a novel with adventure, dystopia, politics, technology, combat and romance, making this one of the greatest young adult novels ever and by far with the greatest conceptualization of any novel ever.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMIQOBNIZCFGA?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The movie followed the book relativity well however, the depth that Suzanne Collins takes her characters is incredible. When I saw the movie, I wasn't really left with that feeling of ""I need to see more"" and was content with the ending just being the end. When reading the book I was longing for more... I will be buying the other two books =).</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RZF4K1ESRX6H?ASIN=0439023521	Surprisingly good in a twisted way.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I confess my daughter recommended this book and at first I thought I wasn't going to like it but I was quickly proven wrong.  While it is somewhat twisted the storyline is easy to follow.  I was disappointed at the end to find that you really don't know what the end is - can't wait to read the second book.  There are three books in the series.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R76QUZF67VYDK?ASIN=0439023521	fast paced	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">An interesting read. I enjoyed the book. I haven't seen the movie. I was a bit disappointed in the wind down after the climax. I think it would have been better just ending without setting it up for the sequel. This is a young adult book that I as a mature adult found an interesting light read. A recommended summer read and you will enjoy it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PZ9YTPSKUWOC?ASIN=0439023521	LOVED IT	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put this book down! I had a few sleepless nights because ""one more chapter and then i'll go to bed"" turned into ""one more page"" and then ""One more chapter"" LOL Loved this book. Definitely pulled at my heart strings and I felt for Katniss. The movie doesn't even compare to the greatness of this book!!!!!!!!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWRENC2REHYGP?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was completely drawn in by the post-apocalyptical time setting for this story.  I felt that I could really relate to Katniss in her struggle to take care of her family by gathering/hunting for food once her father was gone.  She was also so self sacrificing and noble.  I couldn't put the book down and needed to read the sequel immediately!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TNZG2RU8QSWK?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved The Hunger Games: it was the best book I've ever read.  It may not sound like ""your type of book"". Believe me, it wasn't mine either until I started reading it and I couldn't put it down. My advice is to just try it and you won't be able to put it down.  Its adventurous, suspenseful and will have you dying to know what happens next!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LGV3DQWBG2AW?ASIN=0439023521	A Wonderful Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was so well constructed, from the location, background, and characters that I couldn't put it down once I started, and also was compelled to read the next two books in the trilogy.  I especially loved the strength and determination of the main character, and how she related to the others; a marvelous example of female empowerment!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LPMVWMH89P0X?ASIN=0439023521	Words cannot express how much this book and the other two mean to me!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have never written a book review before, but I just feel compelled to tell people about this book and the two that follow.  It was truly amazing!  I was there every step of the way, I was a character in the book somehow!  I didn't feel like I was reading, I felt like I was there and witnessing.  What a ride.  I cannot believe it is over.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3S97OHHRFZJP0?ASIN=0439023521	3 1/2 Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The writing was good, but the story itself could have been condensed.  Nothing and mean nothing speaks to me that this book was this huge success.<br/><br/>Perhaps I built up expectations because of all the hype, but I knew where this story was heading by the end of chapter 2.  I am willing to read the second book, to see if it improves.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RX784J33JDIN?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was absolutely amazing. Beautifully written. The book was extremely suspenseful, and I just couldn't stop reading it. Anyone who likes a thrilling, futuristic book will fall in love with this book. The characters seemed so real, as if I actually knew them. You just can't help but be envious of Katniss's determination and bravery.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RANDEVLMNK48C?ASIN=0439023521	Unforgettable	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Many times we read books and a short time later we cannot recall the content of the book.  Not this one!  I will never forget the Hunger Game series.  (3 books). There are many lessons to be learned about politics and about what could be the future of this country and how easily it could happen.  The books are much better than the movies.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2B34MF5HI3ESW?ASIN=0439023521	One of my favorite books!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love love love love police this book!!! This is my second time reading it and I basically read it in a day. You can not put it down it has that perfect touch of action and excitement with a touch of romance! I highly recommend it and most people who liked the movie or not thought the hunger games was truly amazing. It's worth the buy!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R365LBXVINFR0A?ASIN=0439023521	Hunting Life	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This story tells of how one struggles with poverty, loss and love.  The story follows a young girl who has had to take the head of the house after her father passes away.  She makes the ultimate sacrifice for little sister, and faces death only to end up questioning love and living with guilt.  Not a bad story, a little dark, but not bad.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YK9A0MCI5GZK?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games trilogy was extremely entertaining and I would recommend it to anyone that enjoysa good story.  It was written with the teenager in mind as the target audience but I found that any audience would be throughly satisfied.  I completed the three books in one weekend and I am now looking forward to watching the film versions.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VNBN720HFOC3?ASIN=0439023521	A Book That Will Stay In My Memory	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought it about a year ago and when I started reading it I thought this isn't  a good book for me. I kept hearing people talking about the book and the movie, so I thought that I would try it again. I became so engaged in the story that I hated to see it end but now I'm reading the second book. It is a book that will stay in my memory.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R227VZ8FBKFW8S?ASIN=0439023521	RIVETING!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a Great read! The suspense will keep you itching to find out what happens next. Great twist of events through ought the story, really puts you in another place and time. The romance was well initiated and clearly will continue to develop in the next two books. I'd suggest this book to anyone who enjoys suspense, action, romance.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GVSC2NIM1DQ8?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What a talented storyteller Ms. collins is! I am such an avid reader and this book will go into my favorites collection. I was grabbed in the first chapter and the way you get to know the main character is phenomenal. I couldn't put it down. Thanks for such a unique story. I am telling everyone about the book and their NEED to READ IT!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25JRTU3ZM4ALU?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love this book - that a female lead character could be so intelligent, cunning, &amp; brave...not surprising that it is written by a female author.  The characters are rich and sympathetic; and the country Panem is so obviously a vision of what the U.S. may look like in a hundred years or so when energy sources &amp; resources have been drained.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2B9DWUTESV8ZO?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games-Part 1	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger Games is not the type of book or story line I generally read. However, Was talked into trying it. Got hooked almost immediately. Very different but extremely interesting to the point I didn't want to put it down. Well written and very imaginative. Wanted to read more so was given hard cover books 2 and 3 to read. Equally as good.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RJ253TTIMSKJ?ASIN=0439023521	One thrill ride after another	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was one of the best books I have read in months. I can't wait to read the rest of the trilogy. My husband,  who is a ""sometimes"" reader, read them first and couldn't wait to start each of the next two books! That's when I knew I had to read them too! It is sometimes violent and sometimes touching. You won't be able to put it down!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYOY7FR7KEXNP?ASIN=0439023521	Surprisingly Good!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought this book (and the additional two others) simply because I saw the trailer for the movie. I usually prefer books to movies, and this was no disappointment! The Hunger Games was riveting, emotional, and perfectly written. I will write a separate review for the other three, but overall this book was the very best in the Trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RL2X95UAQ8O8Q?ASIN=0439023521	One of my TOP 10 READS of ALL TIME!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This (and the series) are awesome. The narrative speed is such it does not seem rushed yet keeps you glued to it til the very end. THEN you'll find yourself immediately purchasing the next in the series. Katniss will end up as much your hero as District 12's hero and mine. READ THIS BOOK, YOU WILL NOT BE DISAPPOINTED! -Michelle Murray</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2G1TO1DD2GQEF?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is definitely not recommended as a young adult book. It is such a violent sci-fi story, and so unlike anything I have ever read. I don't even watch this type of movie. I was horrified at what I was reading, yet felt like I couldn't put the book down. As soon as I finished the Hunger Games, I purchased the next book in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RP80MBJ0Y6OBV?ASIN=0439023521	Really enjoyed this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">You know, I had heard a lot about this book because of the movie(s).  I really was skeptical when I borrowed this book from the lending library, but I was hooked immediately.  This book kept me interested the entire time.  It was hard to put down.  The story is captivating and really makes you think.  I recommend this book to anyone.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R189TVEEKLQJX5?ASIN=0439023521	This is an amazing book!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I chose this rating because it's one of the best books I've ever read...... I was not able to put this book down until I finished it........I love to read but I was so intrigued with this book that it only took me an hour and a half to read...... I would recommend this book to anyone and everyone that loves to read as much as I do :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GFV1H2VM04GT?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Out of all the books in the past I have read, this is by far one of the best. Why I chose a 5 star? I chose such a high rating, because this was such an amazing book, so well written, and many more reasons. I personally would recommend this book to anyone who enjoys adventurous and intense books. All in all, this is an amazing book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R56LE6LJEZZVG?ASIN=0439023521	GREAT BOOK	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is one of the greatest books I have read in a long time. I read the other reviews and thought I would give it a try and I am so glad I did. All I can say is you have to read it to understand how truly awesome it is. It was so good I couldnt put it down I read it in one day. My advice is to read it you wont be disappointed.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZNOEZ1DOIDET?ASIN=0439023521	but somehow what I heard about it I didn't think that I'd like it. I decided to borrow it as it ...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I knew that this was a wildly popular book series,but somehow what I heard about it I didn't think that I'd like it. I decided to borrow it as it was a free choice. It took about three chapters to hook me,but once  it did I couldn't put it down. When I finished I promptly got the next book in the series. I'm a Hunger Games convert!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YZCLBMQJXICA?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When someone told me they thought I might like this book, I was skeptical at first. I normally don't read books like this, or that's what I thought. I couldn't put it down. It was loaned to me and now I MUST read the next on. Without going into details that will give away the book, I just want to say.....this was an excellent read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RE5H1G64YCO0N?ASIN=0439023521	Relevant Themes and Characters	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Collins explores the theme of a violence-craving society expertly, and the characters that have to go through various trials react realistically. The effects of a ruthless authoritarian government are crystal clear. This has made the novel an instant classic that will surely be taught in high school English a half century from now.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YP1C6GYYO2M?ASIN=0439023521	What a game!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">All in all I must say that I truly enjoyed reading this book. I am 29 years old and was skeptical of reading a book seemingly geared towards teens. Gotta say I was pleasantly surprised. There was just enough action and romance to keep me going. I enjoyed the characters but would have liked to see them developed a little bit better.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2K9MKJRJVRCIB?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I kept hearing about this book, which made me not want to read it. My friend got it for my birthday so I decided to read it before seeing the movie. I must've finished it in 6 hours total. Wanted to find out what happened so I got the other two books. Can't wait to finish them!<br/><br/>Good read if you like man vs. society plot.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24JTPCVNBXVI4?ASIN=0439023521	A great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I first heard about The Hunger Games, I was weary of reading a book that people have made such a hype about. I decided to read it anyway and was amazed at the book. I couldn't stop reading it! The trilogy is amazing. Buy it asap! The characters are well developed and quite relatable to. Its a great read for both young and old.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13KH55ZZ1VHQN?ASIN=0439023521	LOVE!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book series is awesome! I ended up reading all 3 books in 4 days! I also gave them to my 13 year old stepdaughter who loved them as well! A must read! Also once you read the first one you will be hooked and want to read all 3. I would just buy all three to begin with if you can so your not waiting for them to come in the mail!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQEB5ZY9D3BAD?ASIN=0439023521	Great condition for being a used book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought this book used from the seller. When receiving the book I had low expectations on the condition of the book. Upon receiving the book it was in almost PERFECT CONDITION. With the exception of a little shelf wear, I would never had known that this book was used at all!!!! Very happy with the overall outcome of the purchase.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3L48NJUDB5X7Y?ASIN=0439023521	WOW!! Awsome Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Again all I can say is wow!  I love this book it is wonderfully writen. It has action, adventure, polical intrigue, and yes romance.  I could not put this book and never have I been this excited about a book since Harry Potter and Twilight.  I can't wait for the next book to find out what will happen to Katniss ""The Girl on Fire.""</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RD07M0JCV3F8A?ASIN=0439023521	A Thrilling Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">No matter what age you are, no matter what gender you are, no matter if it normally takes you a year to finish a book, I promise you will not be able to put this book down. Action, romance, political corruption, all with a frightening realism underlying it all, clash together in an edge-of-your-seat story that demands to be read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLLT3XSKINTK6?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is like no other book made. The book is the best book I have ever read. I could not even put the book down it was so good. You have to read this book. If I can have my sister read the Hunger Games I can make you read it. The pages will hook you from the start it happend to me it can happen to you. Read The Hunger Games!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R96JLIP14RT2X?ASIN=0439023521	Guilty Pleasure	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My teenage daughter insisted I read this and, I admit, it had me engrossed from start to finish. This is the first person account of a young girl in a post-Apocalyptic world who volunteers as ""tribute"" from her district to participate in what is essentially a reality TV show, The Hunger Games. Twenty-four kids, ranging in age from 12-18, representing 12 districts in what was once North America, are primped and prepared to fight to the death in a wilderness arena. They must find their own food and water, shelter, weaponry and companionship. Only one will survive and return home a hero.<br/><br/>Reading The Hunger Games was like watching a gorier version of the television show Survivor. It included both loathsome and likeable players, alliances, back-stabbing, solid friendships and even a love story.<br/><br/>Katniss and Peeta are the girl and boy from District 12, who their mentors and stylists present to the viewing audience as star-crossed lovers. Peeta is actually in love with Katniss; however, she is a hard-nosed, focused hunter and only believes she's playing a role through the Games. For example, she has been instructed that every kiss she gives Peeta may result in a reward, or some kind of treat or necessity from her mentor/sponsors. That the reader is aware of Peeta's true feelings and Katniss is not, is part of what makes it a simplistic and even silly love story. But I think that's testimony to the genius of the author. It magnifies how reality TV can be both inane and riveting at the same time.<br/><br/>I believe it was the good writing and the author's technique/story-telling ability that made me turn the pages non-stop until I finished. As for the subject matter? File this one under ""guilty pleasure.""</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OHYOQ80MDMY2?ASIN=0439023521	great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I heard of these books from my co-workers before the movie came out.  They all were so engrossed that I thought I had to see for myself.  Loved the book and was able to read it in just a few days.  Found myself reading it whenever I had a spare moment.  Great book and I was very eager to continue reading the rest of the trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18OP106T14OPF?ASIN=0439023521	Can't wait for the sequel!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved this book!!! I completely devoured this action packed, post-distruction-of-the-world, love story. Suzanne Collins is a wonderful writer and gives each of her characters such defined personalities which hold true till the end. As soon as I flipped the last page I jumped on Amazon and pre-ordered the sequel, Catching Fire.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21IQ7R0AJ5PLV?ASIN=0439023521	My favorite	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins wrote a fantastic work in her Hunger Games series.  While the book started out targeted to a young adult audience, the dystopian aspects will appal to the adult reader as well. The series is particularly good for reluctant readers since the readability and pacing encourages the reader to continue with the story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29O43JKTYJZFZ?ASIN=0439023521	Amazingly gripping story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was amazing.  It had me hooked from the second I picked it up.  Maybe because I didn't expect to like it as much as I did (I read it because my bookclub was reading it) -- but I was truely wow'd.  The storyline is great, the character development is rich, and the writing was superb. I can't wait to read the other two.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNMTWQYM2RRU6?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book far outweighed my expectations. I ecpected it to be more geared toward teens and younger children but it suprised in that the story was very well written and kept you invested in the characters the entire time. I wasnted to read it before I saw any of the movies to get the background first and I was not disappointed.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4ZECQC4AZPF2?ASIN=0439023521	1984 meets the most dangerous game	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm really into dystopian novels like 1984, brave new world, the road, etc. Although this is geared toward a younger audience, I found it was a lot more grown up than i expected. I was worried I wouldn't get into it after the first chapter, but after that I couldn't put it down. The story surges ahead with nail biting action.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HW29MA74FIXI?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games -(book 1)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had heard that this was about kids dying so I didn't have any interest in it or go and see the movie. A friend at work convinced me that I should read it so I gave it a go. I could not put it down. It was great! I really want to read the next 2 books but they are not available on Kindle yet! Have to get them some other way.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21P4KKYXQ733G?ASIN=0439023521	Dark and Depressing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This had an excellent, unique premise and kept me on the edge of my seat throughout. The setting is dark and dreary, which gets depressing if read for too long, but the suspense is second to none and there's little ""predictability"" in this one. Post-Apocalyptic America is not a pleasant place to be, especially for a teenager.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RS3VAWSQHLZ7?ASIN=0439023521	LOVED LOVED LOVED IT!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved Loved Loved The Hunger Games!  Definitely one of the best books I've read in a long time.  I finished the book in a weekend which is very rare for me...all I wanted to do was sit and read...I could not put it down.  I started the book and was immediately sucked in to the life of Katniss and the world of Panem.  Read it.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LA4KFRQPANKA?ASIN=0439023521	Even Old fogies love it!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Have to say, the best book I`ve read in ages, I`m 65years old and really thought I would not like it, how wrong was I, took hold of me right from the start, could not put it down, beautifully written, easy to read, and a very compelling and believable storyline. Am about to start book 2 now, can`t wait, will keep you posted</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15AJ4UP51M2MU?ASIN=0439023521	great until the last page	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I never liked this sort of story before, but saw it on Stephanie Meyer's website, so i thought i'd give it a try. It was amazing until the very last page. I couldn't put it down. The only thing that was wrong with it was that it turned out to be part of a series. So now i have to wait who knows how long to see what happens.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MVPO0VW9URBB?ASIN=0439023521	***GREAT BOOK***	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really don't like reading books. I am 24 and before I read this I didn't complete a book since I was 15. So many people were talking about this series that I decided to give it a try. This book is awesome!!! As good as Harry potter for sure. I highly recomend this book to anyone who is interested in it. Good for any age.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VS7CIFR19LF9?ASIN=0439023521	A. MA. ZING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is one of the best I have ever read. I have read it more than once now and still can't get over how much I still completely adore it. It left me wondering how the author could do such a good job on a story like that. I recommend reading this if you have read the Divergent books, they are similar in a lot of ways.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CCP346CGH07R?ASIN=0439023521	Not bad for youth oriented Sci-Fi adverture story.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed the Hunger Games  as much as possible for a retired person in his 60s.  A few too many deus ex machina twists to merit a higher rating from me.  I mainly wanted to see what the fuss was about in the younger set.  The fact I made it to the end is a positive for this book--it just wasn't written for my demographic.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2T1BSY6UNFBXP?ASIN=0439023521	Not just for teenagers	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My grandson started reading this book. Of course I thought it was just for teenagers. My 30 something daughter-in-law told me she read it and found it to be an interesting read for her. I thought what the heck I'll at least give it a try. I actually found it rather entertaining. I'm now looking forward to seeing the movie.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R887LBM9YVB85?ASIN=0439023521	Let the hunger games begin!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the plot, specially that it wasn't like anything I've read before. Some things didn't go as you expected (or wanted) them to, but that was one of the beauties of it.<br/>The descriptions of everything, from the garments to the hair and make-up or the scenery... was amazing!<br/>I didn't expect to love it so much.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29RZOB4AS8FAO?ASIN=0439023521	"""May the odds be ever in your favor"" ~ Effie Trinket"	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is about a girl names Katniss who volunteers for her sister Prim at the 74th annual Hunger Games (where a boy and a girl from each district will be selected/forced to particpate in Hunger Games and fight till one person is standing alive). The Hunger Games is filled with action,romance and some friendship.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RX0U73L95HXKJ?ASIN=0439023521	Captivating	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book kept me reading and reading. I could not stop. The premise is new and refreshing. Having children fight to survive, even kill. This is something new that most people don't even want to think about, but the author does a splendid job with it. By adding humor and love to the story. Who will Katniss love in the end?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3EBXYSC17ED8M?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic, addictive read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't have much to contribute since I'm not in the mood to write a detailed book review. I will just say that I am a sci-fi/fantasy nerd who enjoys things like Buffy, Joss Whedon, Twilight, Sookie Stackhouse series, LOTR, Eureka, Vampire Diaries, etc. and I plowed through this whole trilogy. And can't wait for the movie!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OOT4FI56OEBL?ASIN=0439023521	by a kid	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i luv this book at first it was confusing but i kept on reading and got it. i am goingto buy catching fire and mocking jay too. i felt bad for katniess because of her burns during the games and her pants and jacket caught on fire. that would be scary. i luv this book. sad though too. go hunger games!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UFAE26N11G0A?ASIN=0439023521	Fight to the death!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is a gripping read. It's a story fueled by morally gray decisions based on survial. Primal instinct is brought to the forefront but not without the heartbreaking sacrifices characters must make in the end. The plot remains simple throughout yet tightens towards the fantastic climax leaving you riveted.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1A3FNHVLOUFLX?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games: Best Book You'll Ever Lay Your Eyes On	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A phenomenal adventure that will both bring you to tears and bring you joy. So much heart, friendship, and strength that will show you to never give up and to carry your self through all of the hardship of life, or The Hunger Games. This is my favorite book and I have suggested it to all of my friends and family. Enjoy!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3192JGXZIOCEQ?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book certainly deserves a five star rating. Typically I am not quite as enthusiastic when I read a book after having seen the movie. This book is so well written I was unable to put it down. I Would recommend this book to anyone that enjoys an action-filled adventure that will have your heart racing.<br/><br/>Kim</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R319HPW91ZH30Q?ASIN=0439023521	Love it! one of the best!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was not sure about these books, but once i started reading I could not put them down! so interesting, and good plot and characters!! if you need a good read the hunger games are a good book for you, and even though they are considered  for younger  target, it is still for all ages and genders!!<br/> Love these books!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KI47KW74TI1?ASIN=0439023521	BEST BOOK EVER!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I seriously have to say that the hunger games trilogy is hands down the best series ever!!! im sorry for all you haters who dont understand the meaning of these series. Collins captured Romance, comedy, action, and fiction into her books. The movie was great as well. So yay and go hunger games cheerers!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1D93343PSY1GA?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My co-worker told me to read this book a year ago and I was not really interested. Not until I saw the previews for the movie and heard the hype did I read it. I read it in three days. Very hard to put down. I'm on the second book now and just as exciting! You can't go wrong with this one. So glad I decided to read it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1658Z0KCYHNE6?ASIN=0439023521	The first in the series is really quite incredible...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a riveting story from the very first page. You fall in love with the characters and really feel their emotions translated through the writing. The story is original, fast paced and action filled. I really enjoyed the first book in this series. Read my other two reviews for my thoughts as the series progresses.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCHIK1U6ENY6L?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Friends told me that I should read this book but I put it off because I don't usually read the 'trendy' books.  However, it was available at the Kindle Lending Library so I checked it out.  The book was so well written and had such a great story line that I finished the book in one evening.  Now to finish the others...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SI5WIV5SGVE7?ASIN=0439023521	loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A really enjoyable read.  Great characters, exciting action and well thought out.  If a book entertains me, keeps me wanting to turn the pages and wipes my mind of my daily grind then I am a happy customer!  I found myself cheering for the success of the characters and look forward to reading the others in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3498QAREEG2BU?ASIN=0439023521	:D	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book so much. The premise has me thinking and intrigued and I want to read more. I can understand completely why this book is so popular now. Dystopian novels are by far my favorite and this category fits into it perfectly. I cannot wait to see how the second book starts because of the way this book ended</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HFWSJPIDB90N?ASIN=0439023521	It was a super quick read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this a while ago, before the movies started coming out, and it was just one of those books that made you lie awake at night thinking about the characters and the world. It was a super quick read, which I usually like, I only wished there were a little more details on the world, but overall it was a solid read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R392A7GF4KAYTA?ASIN=0439023521	the games are on worth your time and money	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book has you hooked after the first fifty pages it starts off with katniss little sister prim getting selcted into the seventy forth hunger games. then the fun begins and all i can say read with your mouth ready to be opened and have your jaw drop because this story will make you cry and or leave you in amazment</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19KNE4DEQUE4J?ASIN=0439023521	Surprised	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I caved and decided to read the books when news of the first movie came out.  I was surprised at how twisted the book is.  If you've seen the movies, the first book is better than the movie.  There is too much inner dialogue that the movie couldn't include.  The second book was on par with the movie; both were good.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JJJOXFP7EG7A?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing storyline	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I never intended to read these books but my daughter talked me into it and I am so glad she did! I was Hooked almost right away and have now read all 3! The book was captivating and held me spellbound thru the whole thing! I was torn in who Katniss should choose to love! You have to read these books, young or old!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CXKYS4RQYFQX?ASIN=0439023521	Read this. Now.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A literary masterpiece<br/>Definitely one of the greats<br/>The only thing I recommend is that you only read the first book, because the end of the second book will make you want to read the third book, and at the end of the third book... Well, no spoilers<br/>The Hunger Games is absolutely in a class of its own</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PYJCJ7POFN55?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">These books were so amazing. I am a huge fan of both the movies and books and I am proud to say these were possibly the best books I have read. Once you begin you can never stop. I have read the books so many times I have lost track. If you haven't read these or are in need of a book I highly recommend them. Enjoy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDW4BKQUSO1M0?ASIN=0439023521	Much Better Than Expected	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">YA novels aren't normally my thing but I finally broke down and read the first book on my niece's recommendation. I have to say that I was completely surprised by how captivating each main character was portrayed especially trying to understand or predict their motivations. I would definitely recommend this book :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31AE4A2L4HXCN?ASIN=0439023521	GREATEST BOOK EVER	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">That was surely the best book I have ever read in my life I am about to read the second book, Catching Fire. I will be epic!!! Even my friend is reading this book for real I love it it's a lot of fun and adventures in it,I think everyone likes it. Go katniss and peeta!!!read this book unless you are not allowed to.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3H5N0TP9NRZV5?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you haven't seen the movie, then the book isn't spoiled for you.  The book is way better than the movie, and well written.  That is often the case, though not always, as some books are not good, but the movie about them is good.  Read the book, there is so much more information in the telling and not the seeing.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RP4WUA5FVQPFW?ASIN=0439023521	A great book preparing you for more...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have read this book after the movie which sort of helped me situate the action and characters. But that is about all what the movie did for me. There is so much more in the book, so many details that make the story much more interesting than I was actually expecting.<br/>So, it is time to get to the next one...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9RR04OO1PDPL?ASIN=0439023521	Great adventure story for young adults	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a well written adventure tale for young adults. It is set in a post apocalyptic America where the population is virtually enslaved. It features the adventures of the contestants in a reality show which pits twenty four children against each other in a fight to the death. A refreshing change from vampires!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33N4D6AUP8PO6?ASIN=0439023521	<3	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">the movie made it more worthy to finish all three books, but team Peeta reigns! the movie made me anxious to see or read what would happen next..and me and my friends wont stop talking about it...this may be the only book i will never forget..and i will always have it memorized..line by line and scene by scene ..</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5NDFW97FOHXI?ASIN=0439023521	Violent. Bleak. And absolutely fantastic.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Some of the best books about children, some that qualify as ""juvenile literature,"" are the ones that aren't just for children. With Suzanne Collins' dark, delicious book THE HUNGER GAMES, I found another great read, one that reminded me of Orson Scott Card's ENDER'S GAME or Robert Cormier's AFTER THE FIRST DEATH.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33UWLWD99994X?ASIN=0439023521	Nothing like what I expected	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I expected blood and gore and violent fighting.  Instead there is thoughtfulness, affection, violence mostly at a distance, and humor.  I generally enjoy more conversation, but sharing  her thoughts is more interesting than talk.  I will recommend this book to friends who would not usually read anything like it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15B2XKCNXAYDA?ASIN=0439023521	Better than I expected	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't expect this book to be a as good as it was. I didn't even see the movie until a few days ago.  The Hunger Games is very well written and from the first page, I could not put it down.  Only took me about a day to read the whole book.  I would recommend it to anyone and I think that any age will enjoy it.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROZ76HEF7H2IF?ASIN=0439023521	Never thought I'd like it, but...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I. LOVED. IT!!!<br/><br/>Mind you, I am not the ""target audience"" of this book, or perhaps the original target bc it has really taken off. In any event, I could not get enough of it and it was hard to out down when I had to go to sleep to wake up in time for work!! A great read and a wonderful story !</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3K6EVKXY4R3UE?ASIN=0439023521	amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm not a big reader, but this book was so intriguing I read it in two sittings, never wanting to put it down. A savage, yet almost plausible, story line with a twist of romance is sure to keep your attention. The only reason I'm writing this review is because I'm waiting for book two to download to my android.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R138SG46WYYKB5?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Buyer Beware--You probably won't be able to put this book down once you start it.<br/>I've never read a book quite like this with twists and turns, despair and happiness throughout.<br/>Highly recommend!  As soon as I finished I really wanted to know what would happen to Katniss, Peeta, and the rest of the characters</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R192J2DS16UIJH?ASIN=0439023521	for a long time I never read this series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was not in a mental place to read this when it came out. I was happy, getting married, etc. now that life calmed down, I picked up these books to read. Omg. I am totally in love with Peeta for Katniss. And the survival, shell shocked feeling was so overwhelming. This is an amazing book. I highly recommend it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6DZUDIV3DJJ8?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for More Hunger Games!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is not a book I would usually read.  However, I so thoroughly enjoyed this one that I am looking forward to reading the rest of this trilogy.  It was a definite five for me.  The only problem I had was that this is a trilogy.  As this was a stand-alone book, I can't complain about this, though.  Loved it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3EFFVGH280WCI?ASIN=0439023521	Captivating and Cruel	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When asked I say it was a love story.  But the story surrounding our hero's is a cruel one and one you can't wait for a rebellion to happen to free the people from their tomentors.  I no sooner finished than bought the sequel.  Now I am stuck waiting for the finale.  I may get the DVDs to compare to the books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9AWSDVZ2FL05?ASIN=0439023521	A thrilling, heart breaking story of right vs wrong	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I picked up this book when I saw that it was recommended by the author of the Host (and Twilight series) at the time I was not reading a lot of this genre and was not sure about it. I was made a believer this book ROCKS! I love Katniss an her ability to keep trying because people she loves are counting on her.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3L1HZZ2FBC26G?ASIN=0439023521	May the games be forever in your favour	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it, but thought it wasn't really a childrens book with all the sytlized violence, but as an adult I thought it was very involved and it sucked me right into the story until the very end.  I thought the end wasn't very clean, for me it still left things up in the air as if there was another book to come.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZUD2I3JA82YI?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put it down!! This is the first book in a long time that I've devoured in a day! I fell in love with the characters and I was immersed in the suspense and terror and action of the Games. I just finished the third book and I'm about to re-read them! I wish there were more books out there like this!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZHEJYG6MPCCF?ASIN=0439023521	One of the best stories ever...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am an avid reader - a book a week - and I enjoyed this book more than many others I have read. It was a well-conceived story that was unpredictable with characters that are loveable and detestable. What more can you ask for than to be entertained with a book you can't put down that leaves you wanting more.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NH66XWQDWRLN?ASIN=0439023521	A definite must read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I picked this book up on a whim and was not disappointed. The evening I began reading, I could not put it down. I had to find out what would happen to Kat and her star crossed lover story. Finally finishing at 2:30 am, I was fulfilled with the stoy and look forward to reading it again. I can't wait for more!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1S80B3ADWVJEH?ASIN=0439023521	May the Odds Be EVER in Your Favor	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you weren't too sure about the movie then I say give the book a chance. It's almost like a woman rewrote Orwell's 1984, throwing the characters into a Gladiator arena and decided to make three books. The Hunger Games stands alone as a great novel but as a trilogy it makes for a haunting dystopian series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDV49MUQ4HDIA?ASIN=0439023521	Life Changing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is the only book that has ever been able to fill the void that Harry Potter's ending has created in my life. Such a fantastic series. I couldn't take my co-workers seriously after reading this; all i wanted to say was ""you think you've got problems? KATNISS has got some problems""...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LH3F1ZP6XT0R?ASIN=0439023521	Gripping story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A gripping story with a female protagonist's character carved out beautifully. The love angle is interesting. I will never forget he characters of the novel, such is the beauty of the writer. It leaves you asking for more. The details, the logics used to explain the situations are realistic and convincing.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1P180AIKR20UA?ASIN=0439023521	Great details, perfect story line, I loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was amazing. I loved how Katniss is not a person who is all about the romance, but she cares about her family. I was impressed by how well the book was written. Because it took the reader back to when the character was a little kid, so that really helped explain the story. Five stars it was magnificent!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1O0SAA3H8LFAJ?ASIN=0439023521	Genius	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So being the 8,908th person to review this book does feel slightly pointless, but here goes anyway... This is one of the best genre books (any genre) that I've read in a long while; the writing is terrific, the ideas fabulous, the characters always engaging and it thoroughly deserves it's success. Read it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WG8R1MBHVSVB?ASIN=0439023521	For the adult experienced reader: enjoyed it but I expected it to better	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have a high respect for the way the writer built the story's concept and flaw. However, I expected better exploration of the themes included in the book, better complexity of the plot and of course a greater attachment to the main characters. I bought the second book but I'm not in that hurry to read it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JA2YKUNNNAK?ASIN=0439023521	You'll get into this	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Once the far-fetched dystopia is accepted, this can be appreciated as a complex grow-up-fast-and-deal-with-it tale. Though it's told from the perspective of a teenage girl, this story touches feelings and perspectives that any reader can relate to.  It was hard to put down and will remain hard to forget.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17QNUE3NMEW2C?ASIN=0439023521	Reviews	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Shocking and sad...I was so sad when little Rue died and glad that Katmiss didn't have to face her in a fight..I felt bad about all the deaths Kat.miss . was so clever and strong and Peers so open and sensitive . A horrible thing to do to children...I can't wait until the Capital is destroyed...good read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CX8AWZ4ZQBZ6?ASIN=0439023521	Loved this series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the Hunger Games series. Twisted, disturbing plots, but Collins keeps the readers' interest from start to finish. I believe it's supposed to be a Young Adult or Young Readers series, this adult still found the books to be a good read. Much better than the movies (and the movies were pretty good)!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KPUGC9QEVZP3?ASIN=0439023521	Addicting!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I heard about the premise of this series,I was very skeptical...a story about 10-17 year olds fighting to the death? But a friend convinced me to try it....I read all three books in 4 days! They are completely addicting hey pull you into the story,and don't let you go.I highly recommend these books!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JJDORSLV6FKX?ASIN=0439023521	Even better the 2nd time around!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book so fast the first time I missed a lot if details.  It's a bizzare read b/c it's about something so horrific, but the book allows the reader to move beyond what's happening and get sucked up into Katniss and her life, emotions, thinking,  and justification for her every move.  Great read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RI4WMRHIQOJB7?ASIN=0439023521	Not my style of book but I LOVED it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a great read. Could not put the book down for a second. My husband read it after me and read it in one night :) I''m a historical Fiction buff so this was not my normal style of book but I really really enjoyed it. The second one not as much and the 3rd even less but this one was a winner for me</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NJSPKKHVU3E?ASIN=0439023521	I love the Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Took me awhile to want to read the Hunger Games, due to it being about children fighting to the death. But thought I would give it one try and I was completely surprised that I could not stop reading. Now I'm reading the 2nd book Catching Fire. Then I will read the last one and finally watch the movies.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1EYN0W30Y9P6O?ASIN=0439023521	Good YA book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was an interesting first person style story.<br/>The balance of action and introspection was good with nicely developed characters.<br/>With the current jobs situation where Washington DC keeps getting richer and the heartland loses more and more jobs, this book gets more politically interesting.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KSFQ9ATO5TYB?ASIN=0439023521	you have  to read the whole series! AMAZING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This  book is a page turner and is so amazing by the time  I finished  this book I had to  read the others. They were definitley worth reading. you have to uncover the adventures you will take with Katniss. I just can't sum it up in one word. this book is good  i wsh suzane collins would make a fourth!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSVVZMBBCHL11?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">You can read the other reviews that are much more captivating, but I just wanted to say that this was an amazing book that kept the reader engaged from start to finish. Part of it is ruined given that you can figure out there are two more books, but it's how it happens that keeps you reading.  Yay book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNZVUIAT8NJHN?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'd been having a hard time finding a book that captured my attention. I'd read a few chapters and then never go back to it. This book had me hooked from page one, I couldn't put it down!! The book is perfectly paced and action-packed. I can't wait to read the second book and so on. Highly recommend!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SBGKD4YUM7GG?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's been a while since I was so wrapped up in a book.  I quickly purchased the 2nd and 3rd books after finishing the hunger games.  I knew that if I couldin't put that book down, I surely wasn't going to put the others down either. I found myself sneaking away from others to read! :)  great trilogy!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36YNN4L5P74ZG?ASIN=0439023521	Not just for young adults!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This series was so much fun to read!  Book 1 lays the foundation for my favorite of the series, book 2.  It is action packed and I found my self finishing it in less than a day.  I saw the movie as well, and the book and movie are very close; of course the book provides a bit more insight and detail.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1M2EP9WJGT561?ASIN=0439023521	Didn't expect to like it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had resisted reading this book until a friend who knows my taste in reading recommended it.  I think I read it in 2 sittings!  I thought it was well-written and certainly held my interest.  I've just started #2 and expect to like it as well... and I am not a teenager - I have teenage grandchildren.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVT91UMSNQJ7H?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I admit to having seen the movie before I ever read the book. Even knowing the story line and having seen the movie multiple times, I couldn't put this book down. It is well written, the characters have so much life and detail to them. And as it should be - the book is so much better than the movie!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RC9NCCI0JW7BZ?ASIN=0439023521	A fantasy novel I actually liked!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Not a fan of fantasy novels, I decided to read THE HUNGER GAMES only because it was so popular, and so talked about. I was hooked.  The plot moved along at a rapid pace, and I found myself totally engrossed with the character Katniss. The novel surprised me and I surprised myself.  A wonderful read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CYAOASW3R35N?ASIN=0439023521	Beyond describable	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A client of mine recommended this book. I am not usually interested in science fiction or fantasy but I decided to give it a shot. I was captivated from the very first page. Never have I read a book that just sucked me in to its depths and made me search so deeply within myself. It changed my world.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OENW3KFEV5X3?ASIN=0439023521	the hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love the imagery Suzanne collins evokes in the hunger games. This book takes me away to panem and I got so engrossed in the story and involved with the characters I couldn't put it down.  An incredible futuristic tale that made me think and take a good look at myself. This is a definate must read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25WKF01PZ1V1Q?ASIN=0439023521	Captivating	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is popular for a reason! I read the series right before the movies came out and I am glad I did. The end of each chapter makes you want to read what is next, the book pulls you in and you have to force yourself to put it down. I really enjoyed this book even though it was a crazy concept.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTL1ASB7CO8GH?ASIN=0439023521	Why I think this book should be read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I gave this book 5 stars because you NEVER get tired of it, you just don't get bored in any moment and by analyzing the story, you can compare how similar Panem and the real world are; both separeted grups: the rich in the Capitol, and those who depend totally on them: the people from the districts</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8Y1GAK26N9WK?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Gripping - I could not stop reading.  Didn't plan to read it because I was bored with all the hype about the movie; so glad I decided to ignore that and get the book finally.  Such a detailed, amazing plot, with amazing characters - and the characters all have good and bad points (like all people).</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3E6JXEVXSPUUB?ASIN=0439023521	breathtaking	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this movie, so I decided to pick up the book. It's an easy read, and I'm totally wrapped up in the story from beginning to end. Having seen the movie beforehand, the scenery in my head as I move from one page to the next is just as it was presented in the movie - not a bad problem to have!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/REWFJ6DZ9P5RN?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I cannot describe how much I enjoyed this book.  I can't even begin to tell you what it's about.  I ask that you try and read it and if after 20 pages you have absolutely no interest, it's not for you.  But let me tell you that everyone who followed my advice has read and loved the entire trilogy.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3T2YIZR8M72JO?ASIN=0439023521	Love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've read all three books before, and loved them. Now I am reading them all over again. This time to my husband who will not pick up a book to save his life. I think I am beginning to open his eyes to the joy and excitement books can bring to your life...... Only time will tell. Fingers crossed.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3ERMM4ZK93WIK?ASIN=0439023521	THE HUNGER GAMES	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I COULD NOT PUT THIS BOOK/KINDLE READING DOWN.<br/>IT GRABBED FROM THE GET GO AND I DID NOT THINK<br/>I WOULD LIKE THIS BOOK.  MY GRANDSON TOLD ME I<br/>WOULD LIKE IT....I HAVE SEEN THE MOVIE TRAILERS<br/>AND THOUGHT 'NO WAY'  BUT IT IS A VERY GOOD AND<br/>THRILLING READ....RECOMMEND IT!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IQC20I06LV0C?ASIN=0439023521	WoW! I loved this book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a really good book. There is alot of action and I never put it down! I loved it. The action in it is so descriptive, I saw it through the book. I can`t wait for the movie to come out. I like the unique setting of the future, and suggest it to any reader that likes action, and suspense!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RG1NFLABD77XZ?ASIN=0439023521	Yes, it really is this good.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Everyone is raving about this novel, and for good reason. It's worth raving about. Kudos to this author for bringing this world to life, for better or for worse. Sometimes ""hype"" has a way of back-firing and tarnishing a work of substance. Very glad to see that Hunger Games is worth the praise.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17J28PV471L8Z?ASIN=0439023521	Thank you Suzanne Collins!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I just finished the series for a second time and I am so in love with all of Suzanne's books! The Hunger Games gives a sense of sisterly love and protection, which is then extremely heartfelt in the arena with Katniss and Peeta. I cant wait to see the movies and decide which I like best!!!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RH3CXKSE2H57R?ASIN=0439023521	Good book, but a cheater/A kid's review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Ok I love this book, the violence and the action. But Suzanne Collins You are a copier. You copied off of Battle Royale. So you watched the movie or read the book. Then you took the idea changed it a little bit then CALLED THE IDEA YOU'RE OWN! That's not cool!But I still love your book series!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29BYT7M7AMCMO?ASIN=0439023521	This is a great movie!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This movie shows what can happen when we give up our rights for ""safety and security"" to the government. The government way oversteps their bounds and the people become prisoners. Excellent teaching tool for use with a younger generation in teaching about freedom, rights, and slavery.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQQJKSJMDAYDU?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I started reading this because you can't be critical of what you don't know.  Once I got started it was hard to put down. I didn't like that children are the subject of national punishment, but it was well played. Now I am trying to decide if I will continue to the next book. It seems a must.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21WMB6YC3NLWO?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This story is riveting and I just couldn't put it down. Each page left me wanting more. I recommend it to absolutely everyone and I can't wait to read the sequel. Both my daughters told me it was an excellent read even though they both know it is not my normal genera. Bot it is truly orbiting</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJIY6AKTIWTTP?ASIN=0439023521	Great entertainment!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is not a genre I usually read, so I was a little reluctant to give The Hunger Games a try, even though it got so many 5 star reviews, but it was totally deserving of every one of them!  This book was so good, I couldn't put it down! I totally got lost in the story. Definitely recommend!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LF5OS1O1C95O?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this  book. One night I was up till midnight reading it. It is the best book ever. I love how it makes you think Katniss loves Peeta but then you think not.<br/>This book would be suitable for people who are aged between 13 and 30 who like action adventure books and a bit of romance.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14VOTGUDIPV0Q?ASIN=0439023521	A nice book for a class	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was not interested on the theme of ""Hunger Games""; however, I had to read this book for a class. I never thought that I would get so captured for the story. It got my attentin right away and I could stop reading it. After that I had to watch the movie because I changed my opinion.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1F1NBLGFZ8AMX?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So easy to read and get into, you won't want to put it down for a minute. I'm always keeping an eye out for books my husband will like and this is one for sure. This is a great book for readers that love action and don't want to feel bored when reading. I can't wait to read the second book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R100IXG8PW5KC?ASIN=0439023521	Loved It!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a very intriguing story of a young girl who braves a brutal adventure. It keeps you on the edge of your seat for sure and I have the second book ready to go! I loved the characters and the imagery-you could really see the landscape and feel what she was feeling thruoghout the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26CX91SZRENRD?ASIN=0439023521	I Wish I Could Find a Book I Like!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't like the first few chapters of ""Hunger Games"" - the premise being too barbaric for me and the thought of young kids reading this and enjoying it bothers me. I can't get past other ""popular"" novels like the Stephen King one.  Where oh where is a really well written, good story book?</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29LMF8WEGRKN1?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought this book was amazing. It's one of the few to be able to capture my attention after the Twilight series. Most every book i've read after Twilight has been stuck in its shadow, but this book holds it's own. I definitely reccomend it to anyone who is interested in adventure stories.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14NDDL4X2L7AM?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Although I do not like the premise of children fighting to the death for food, this story is actually about the effects of was on children,  I found it difficult to put it down. The descriptions are exquisite. Now, I'm on book two because I want to find out how the government continues their torture..</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DB6KZMG48C8T?ASIN=0439023521	Best YA I've Ever Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book took hold of me right from the start. Katniss is a character you want to get behind and that you want to WIN. Collins does an amazing job of making her believable and sympathetic and totally relateable to both girls and guys. It's a great job of crossing the gender barrier in YA!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PRTBUWJDW0N5?ASIN=0439023521	it was better than harry potter	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I LOVED IT!! it was the most sentimental, beautiful and upsetting book i have ever read. I finishef within a course of a week. Some parts weren't as sad or creepy to me as other people would find it. I especially hated the part where Katness had to fake being in love with Peeta. So, yeah.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SNQ8OI2I61AO?ASIN=0439023521	Good read for any age	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this book. It's certainly an easy read but it's good for any age (preteen to adult)! The main character is a strong female character amidst a very sad and controlled world. It's full of action and drama. Plus it has a lot more to it than the movie has! Highly recommended.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MFYVAKJIHY82?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My granddaughters asked me to read this book.  Now I know they love me, this is one wonderful book, whether you are an adult or a teenager.  The book has heart, angst, and enough action to keep anyone happy.  I highly recommend this book to anyone, the reason I'm giving this book 5 stars.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYCJ8IT1FRWV8?ASIN=0439023521	Waste of my time.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My daughter loves these books and begged me to read them so we could talk about them.  I truly wish she had never read them in the first place!  Yes, the other reviewers are correct, the books are bloody and barbaric and wholly inappropriate.  But the main problem is that this is a poorly written rehashing of a million other stories, some of them not very good in the first place.<br/>**SPOILERS**<br/><br/>Katniss is a worse heroine than Bella Swan, entirely unlikable and irritating as a narrator.  The love triangle is not set up properly, Gale is a completely static character throughout the first and second books, leaving the reader to wonder why on earth she would consider him over Peeta.  Peeta is unbelievable as a character because his devotion to Katniss is so sorely misplaced.<br/><br/>Collins' idea is compelling at first, but ultimately goes nowhere.  With no growth or maturity on the part of the narrator the reader's view of this alien world is stunted and shallow.  She mistrusts and thinks poorly of everyone else, so naturally we come to not believe her instincts as they are proven wrong time and time again, thus rendering plot twists mundane and expected.<br/><br/>The conclusion is the lowest blow of all.  It is perhaps the worst ending since, ""and then I woke up"".  This is, unfortunately, a recurring theme throughout the books; Katniss is rendered unconscious for hours or days and afterward is told of the important and world changing events that happened while she was sleeping or hiding or drugged.<br/><br/>Go find something else worthy of reading-Harry Potter, The Chronicles of Narnia, Brandon Sanderson, Anne McCaffrey, Ray Bradbury.  Even James Patterson is better than this!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14TSIWV95VNPY?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed reading the book more than having already seen the movie. I must admit that reading the book after the movie helped me to visualize the characters and the situations in which they were involved. The book and movie fairly closely. both very entertaining with a message for today.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BN9B6ZAAF49D?ASIN=0439023521	Captivating Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't typically read books unless there is a movie component to compare them to. The Hunger Games (Book 1) was the most fully immersed I'd gotten in a book ever in my life.<br/><br/>This isn't just for kids and can be read at any age and enjoyed! I simply couldn't put this book down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JXLZDQN2QTEM?ASIN=0439023521	Impossible to put down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins sucked me in from the first page creating a world full of real characters and thoughtful situations. It was also nice to see such a strong female protagonist. I've read it more than once and purchased the other two books one after the other. Some of the best YA I've read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YSH7GDX159U6?ASIN=0439023521	Worth a movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I feel everyone has fantasized about this scenario one time or another. It did a very good job in keeping the audience entertained.  The pace was spot on and just an all around good book... I highly recommend this to anyone.  High five stars and hoped the last two books were just as good</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DXSN16KTEJVN?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was just amazing. The movie can not be compared to the description, and beautiful pictures painted in you head. It explains things so clearly, and you just can't set this book down.<br/><br/>AMAZING  FANTASTIC  BEAUTIFUL<br/><br/>READ THE SERIES, YOU WILL NOT REGRET IT!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JLG1J71KKYQR?ASIN=0439023521	Clever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wasn't so sure I would like this.  Not really into Sci-FI.  Once you get past the first couple of chapters, you are hooked.  Very clever and creatively written.  Good story for a young adult - not too young tough, as some of the storylines are tough to take in.  Definitely recommend!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25TDT9SLEW5U8?ASIN=0439023521	Will keep you on your feet!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger Games is such a great story.  It is hard to imagine living in a world such as portrayed in Hunger Games but the author does a good job of making it seem a reality! The reader is engaged, thrilled, and curious to see what the ending will bring. Highly recommend this book to read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13H5YLMTP836Q?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger games was literally the best book I have ever read. The romance and the fighting was amazing I had no idea that someone could write a book the good. It made me sad at night and happy this is the best book ever I'm going to read every single book. You should read HungerGames.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUR63I1WAUP1W?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I found this book very original, interesting, entertaining, and thought-provoking. The second it ended, I tried to look up the sequel and was very disappointed to learn it won't come out for months :( I reserve 5-star ratings for books I don't want to put down and this was one of them.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2T200JJ2SSZ97?ASIN=0439023521	Good read if you are a romantic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Gear book if you like the hunger games movies. The books provide more details and substance the the movies. You understand Katniss and her relationship with her parents more (which they don't mention so much in the movies). I love the movies too though. So far I've read all the books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33BW93UBXETWF?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING BOOK!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I keep seeing this book being rated 2 or 3 stars! WHAT THE HECK! I think this is a AWSOME BOOK! I have read a lot of good books. But this was the BEST I have ever read! Suzanne Collins has done a great job! I wish I could give this book 100 stars! I will always be a Hunger Games fan!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1K3G3A5J9T5R6?ASIN=0439023521	a must read even if you have seen the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved reading this story through the lead characters perspective.  Even though I had seen the movie twice, the book is so rich with detail and the main character's voice that I found myself incapable of putting it down.  I highly recommend this book even if you have seen the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2S0WAY40K2EQG?ASIN=0439023521	Even better than the movie!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't normally read the book because I don't want it to ruin the movie...<br/><br/>I felt the book added to what I remember of the movie and developed the characters more fully.<br/><br/>I'm not one to get sucked into a book, but I couldn't seem to put this one down. Fantastic.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33JREF4HVUDXH?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I feel like the last person in the world to read this book. I saw the movie for the first time a few days ago and thought the book might be worth a perusal. It was a quick read and I enjoyed it (as much as one can, given the subject  matter). Looking forward to the next installment.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GTE06AWDK52G?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I avoided getting involved with the Hunger Games books for almost a year, fearing that it was another fad book like Twilight that was just going to be silly. I really like this series. It actually becomes a bit political, which I found interesting. Suzanne Collins is a great author.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2P04N6Y36PXZD?ASIN=0439023521	Kindle Version-Amazing story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Why this is a teenage series is beyond me. I started reading the series when i saw the announcement that movie was being made. It is a very interesting postapocalyptic series with a violence and the characters go through a lot of trauma. Very well written, definitely worth the read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4RMV8TOJ7NY3?ASIN=0439023521	"Futuristic ""Survivor"""	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger Games is a futuristic survivor game with national TV coverage, Gamemakers, etc; however, these are teens fighting to the death. I read it as a book club choice. It is well-written and a good read. The two following books of the trilogy are a must read to get the whole story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1O6VFHNICX0NL?ASIN=0439023521	Good Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was awesome, read it way before the movie was in the thought of making.  The book is way better than the movie, of course more detail and so much the modern movie left out.  Read the rest of the series... and this review is coming from a person who barely reads any books.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NKKW5H8IRYZ2?ASIN=0439023521	Holy cow!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Saw the movie first and loved it. Then I read the book, I think that's the way I'll do it from now on. If I read a book first then see the movie I'm always disappointed. This way I like them equally. Of course the book is better. More in depth but I'm not disappointed in the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KY3K6WNM25WP?ASIN=0439023521	Apocalyptic, classic for the 21st century.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I gave this novel a 5 because it will undoubtedly be a novel that outlives the bestseller list and will be discussed, enjoyed and re-read for generations to come.<br/><br/>For anyone who loved 1984, Fahrenheit 451, etc., this may be a modern day classic that you can appreciate.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSSY3UC354J8L?ASIN=0439023521	HUNGER GAMES (book1)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I heard about this book before ordering this.  To my surprise, this was excellent reading material.  Once I started, I couldn't put down this book.  The condition of this book was very good.  I am very pleased with the services this vendor provided to me.<br/>thank you very much</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SZWX0RHX63VZ?ASIN=0439023521	Not Just for Teens	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm a mid-50's woman and found the series to be a terrific read. If your kids have them around, I highly suggest taking the time to read them... Excellent storyline and reminded me of morals alluded to in Lord of the Flies. Just what will people do for their families and society?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32M96N19Y2RE1?ASIN=0439023521	ver good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger games was exciting, thrilling and suspenceful. Just when I thought had plot figured out was amazed that I<br/>didn't...an awesome book...going to start second one soon. Can't wait to follow Katniss through here next challenge.<br/>Great read...didn't want to put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32V9P4HJAJH7Q?ASIN=0439023521	my review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">a very good book. i love the plot and the confused romance that goes on in the book. the way katniss and peeta are star-crossed lovers gets me more interested in the book to see how their relationship works out. the end of book 1 is sad though cuz peeta thinks katniss only acted.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R180NRECHQD8NM?ASIN=0439023521	Good... but not 1984...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">'The Hunger Games' was, overall, a great book. For a post-apocalyptic story, Suzanne Collins captured the surreality of it quite well. But, no one can replicate the story and drama of George Orwell's '1984'. Either way, 'The Hunger Games' was a good read and I would recommend it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1O6AA4QYE3FK?ASIN=0439023521	What a horrible story told in the most human and compassionate of ...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What a horrible story told in the most human and compassionate of ways. The events of the book unfold leaving you stunned at this interpretation of the future. The more the story hints at and explains how this all came to be the more you start to believe it really could happen.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KJMO64YJSF27?ASIN=0439023521	Three words. Best. Series. Ever.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">You will love this book. I'm a big reader, and if you ever read Eragon, Rangers Apprentice, Pendragon, The fire within, any of these book series will be right up your alley. I am severely in love with peeta, and have reread this series 3 times, because this is just amazing!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3A6U2Z7D1IUVJ?ASIN=0439023521	A violent heart-racing novel that I couldnt put down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins gives us a breathtaking sc-fi thriller that is hard to put down. She never exploits the violence. She gives us a futuristic dystopian novel that explores its totalitarianism's cruel society that joins classics like 1984, Fahrenheit 451 and Animal Farm. Brilliant</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35ARPWYLT50N6?ASIN=0439023521	MUCH better than expected after all the hype	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the amount of detail in the book, enough to paint you a mental picture while still managing to let your imagination fill in the rest. The characters were heartfelt and true to life, young but not annoyingly so. This will be one of those books I compare future reads to.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BU19J1G8WUKM?ASIN=0439023521	kept me up all night...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is absolutley amazing. The characters are real and we care about them. The plot is hookimg and suepensful. And even though I've never been in love with present tense narration, I loved it here. Thamk you, Suzanne Collins, for making me fall in love with a new series.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XZYDV7QUH1BD?ASIN=0439023521	My Second Childhood	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">For Young Adult eh?  Well I am 58 years old and absolutely loved the book, so I must be in my second childhood.  The writing and character development is amazing and it's the best book I've read in ages.  Have already begun book 2 and am loving that also.  Can't wait for the movie in March 2012</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RG0YN4AQXKXW8?ASIN=0439023521	never wanted to put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Several friends raved about this book for months, but I out off reading it until we went on vacation. I couldn't wait to pick it up every day! As gruesome and sickening as the story could be, the storytelling was great, and the love story sweet. Can't wait to read number two!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R147MIDFFU18IV?ASIN=0439023521	Teriffic! More feel after watching the film	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I watched the film several times before reading this, and the scenes parallel very well. The movie captured many parts well, and allows the imagination to expand the movie to fit the book's descriptions. Can't wait to compare Catching Fire to the movie coming out in 10 days!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1C9LDI8CA8XNF?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was one of the best books I've ever read. I had so many emotions that I wanted to scream laugh cry and wish Katniss would realize ovios things. Read this amazing book and go realize what Katniss Everdeen went through. I also recommend the other books in this seires.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UK9AYHUX4KFZ?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've always wanted to love reading, and up until this point it's just be a leisurely activity to me. Now though I am ready to dedicate a lot more time into reading. Thanks to this book for helping me find my inner passion. Great read start to finish. I recommend this to all.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GTA6HMNHH2OO?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have to admit......this book is great.  I have heard all my friends and family saying ""you have to read it"" and I finally gave in.  Well......they were absolutely right!  It draws you in from the beginning and makes it hard to put the book down.<br/><br/>Very, VERY good!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LIYY0JKFJBHH?ASIN=0439023521	Perfect every time I read it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Even after the 20+ times I have read this book, it's still as thrilling as ever. If you have seen the movie, but have not read the book you will fall in love with these characters all over again! Amazing work by a very talented and creative author. Kudos to Suzanne Collins!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LUC6CHHF9Z4W?ASIN=0439023521	Page Turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great summer read. The characters are compelling.  The action non-stop. Readers will be turning pages late into the night to see what happens next. I can't wait for the sequel!  While classified as a young adult book, this is a book that adults will enjoy as well.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28ZLSUISDX6QD?ASIN=0439023521	A Stolen Idea, Distorted and Mangled	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I honestly can't see the why anyone would give this book a good review.  The book is about 320 pages long.  The first 150 pages were used to develop the main character who seemed even more unfamiliar as the story rolled along.  The author claims to have gotten her idea for the book from contemporary research.  This is a lie, whether she or her publisher admits it or not.  The book too closely resembles the premise of Battle Royale.<br/><br/>Actually, towards the end of Hunger Games I started wondering, why was the author including a love story plot to the book that, up to that point, was devoid of such an idea.<br/><br/>After reading Battle Royale, I saw why.  However, Collins was extremely less successful in developing her characters (which were a handful) then the Japanese author (which were many).<br/><br/>I know there are alot of Collin's fans that would like to hunt me down after this review but I have to be honest.  Her idea was stolen and if you don't believe me, read Battle Royale.  I guarantee you will come to the same conclusion.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29BZD40G041KG?ASIN=0439023521	this book was very sad but kept you on the edge of your seat	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was great, it was sad but it was something you couldn't put down. It kept you on the edge of your seat . I read it in 5 days. I was so caught up in it, I stayed up till 1:00am. I loved how detailed it was, and how it explained everything that Katniss was feeling.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFRMM80VU9RNN?ASIN=0439023521	Move to the side Harry.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The original story was refreshing. My favorite story has been Harry Potter for a quarter of my life. The Hunger Games has tied for my affection. After I finished this series the first time I couldn't help but want more. Another good series is the Gregor books from Collins.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R99NVWK0MQPZ0?ASIN=0439023521	Popular book as good as reviews	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Reading a book as popular as the reviews I had high hopes for the book. The beginning seemed slow but once the games were brought into view it picked up. Although set for young readers I'd recommend the book to anyone, and if you haven't seen the movie read the book first.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3B4BB0AWOQHIH?ASIN=0439023521	A page turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've bought this book on Kindle because of the movie trailer and the rating it got here - it seemed like a fair book.<br/>It didn't really prepare me for what was in the book. I couldn't stop reading it until it ended.<br/>It was one of the best books I've read in the past year.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1S1W5MKFKIHBP?ASIN=0439023521	Captivating Read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was very interesting. The action incredible, and the suspense in between makes you keep reading until the book's done. I found Katniss's concern with relationships a little strange, yet her aloofness to Peeta further confused me. Still though, very entertaining.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RR5H5KRF55000?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had no idea what to expect. It seems that this series was being talked about everywhere and the second movie just came out. So I decided to see what the fuss was about. I absolutely love this series. The characters are so vivid. I could not wait to get to the next book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KUPI0MOUT9KG?ASIN=0439023521	District 12 rules.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read this book shortly after watching the movie. Overall the movie did a great job, but reading the book gives you so much access to Katniss mind. The book is fast paced and relatively short. The story is very straightforward but it's always interesting. Its a great read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JCCNWLOQKAUP?ASIN=0439023521	Great Mix	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Take ""1984"".<br/>Take ""The running man"".<br/>Take ""Lord of the flies"".<br/>Add fast-paced action, first person present narration, remove some hope.<br/>You'll get The Hunger Games. Can't wait to read more, although fearing an happy end that spoil the 1984 connection.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OVU8ULUF2T1J?ASIN=0439023521	Disturbing but Exciting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I found the lead up to the games very disturbing and intriguing. Once I got into the core of the story,I was consumed! Continually unnerved by  youth and innocence who were thrown into a fight for survival all in the name of entertainment, I could not put this book down!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROCCPG4JS0KBY?ASIN=0439023521	Loved this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book kept me entertained from the beginning.  I wasn't sure what was going to happen. I am glad that the author is making another book b/c as I got nearer to the end it didn't look like there was enough pages to really resolve things.  I am anxiously awaiting the next book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3714HN6X6TYVM?ASIN=0439023521	Love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't think I would like it, after all I hated the movie. I was given a new perspective though and find that not only did I have difficulty putting the book down, I am eager to begin the second one. I don't do reviews as a rule but felt it was necessary for this one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32Z9PJI7S30BH?ASIN=0439023521	review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">WOW! please read this book and the following two. The three part series is so much more mature then the harry potter series, which makes its i believe a better book series. the author has really come up with an awesome idea which she has delivered on, unbelievable read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R155KCWTYU3AEP?ASIN=0439023521	Best Read in 40 years	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am 67 yrs old and this book and the trilogy was my best read in 40 years! The author is a master story teller and this is a creative masterpiece, sure to be a classic. War is hell, wouldn't is be wonderful if the world would depose of all dictators and live in peace.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJYZ5NVIUTRRA?ASIN=0439023521	a page turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed reading this. It was a real page turner and fun read.<br/>I am a full grown adult reading this book so I had to keep in mind that the love story in it had to be a little.. unrealistic, I guess.<br/>Overall its a great dystopian story involving young adults.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1P670AL2JS073?ASIN=0439023521	Great Series!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Don't hesitate to read the ""Hunger Games"" series....exciting and fast-moving! This series would make great movies.  The characters have a lot of dignity and have great human qualities.  Put in the element of survival and you have a great reading adventure ahead of you!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QHGXJ4VMKQK9?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put this book down.  Once I finished it I had to immediately start the second one.  The second one is even better. It keeps you in suspense.  Wanting to know more and more. I also immediately started the third one and I can't wait to find out what happens.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CTPL59LUN5W0?ASIN=0439023521	Good read for young adults	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is an easy read that is a unique idea.  I think Catniss is a good hero for young women.  It is kind of like a modern day, young adult version of 1984 in a way.  Good for the next generation to learn about the cautions of too powerful totalitarianism.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37T8GTLW27KCQ?ASIN=0439023521	then it became quite boring. I only read about 50 pages before deleting ...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I found the book interesting for the first few pages, then it became quite boring. I only read about 50 pages before deleting it from my kindle. I'm really not sure what all the fuss is about. I think the book/film has a good publicity machine. Not good literature.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UCRKJSB1EHDA?ASIN=0439023521	What a thrilling journey!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Having already seen the movie, I was not sure if I should read the book as well. But I am glad that I did. The book offers so much additional information about the characters and how they behave and why they do so.<br/>Definitely worth a read for all fiction fans!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1P2WKA5LWXUFM?ASIN=0439023521	read all three book and loved them all.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">when I first started to read the series I was not sure I would like these book. I was so wrong once I finished the first book I had to buy the second and then the third. I hated to see it end. I feel so lost with out reading another book in the Hunger game series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1AY3NO8FC8WPX?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed the book The Hunger Games.It was a page turner and would  extremely  recommend this book to a friend.Once you get to the part with the games there's no one who can stop you from not reading the rest of the book . I am definitely reading the other books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNG3EGOU1MEBQ?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought these books for my nine year old.  He loved this book so much that I decided to read it as well.  What happens in this book is unfathomable.  I think it helped give my son some perspective on how great a life he has.  I know it has made me more grateful.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R260SUG0Q52HR?ASIN=0439023521	Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Whew!!! this book is very interesting and intense at times. I LOVED the characters Katniss Everdeen and Peeta Mellark. The book reminds me of Bible time wars in the Colliseum. The battle is until someone dies. I am looking forward to the next book in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KMM9SVUEFTGG?ASIN=0439023521	Action book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is jam packed with action and emotions. It will have you mourning for people that don't even exists. You will be on the ends of your seats to find out what happens in this book. Caution not for the following, weak stomachs,faint of hearts and crybabies</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2I9LVSWJGMYP3?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I got this book because I watched the movie and really liked it. The book is so much better. You get a better sense of who Katniss is and why she does things. Also, I understood Peeta a lot better in the book than the movie. It's really good and I recommend it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3J7EU2SKNJL99?ASIN=0439023521	One of the best young adult novels out there	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I borrowed this through Prime on a whim since I had just seen an ad for the movies and I have today that it is really fantastic. I couldn't put it down! Collins has a real talent for pacing and the social commentary is insightful as well. I highly recommend it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RY3S77L98OK5O?ASIN=0439023521	I wish there were more!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow, I just finished the trilogy and sure wish there was more!  From clever and imaginative futuristic technology to the well developed characters, I thoroughly enjoyed the series.  I actually feel like I've made friends I'm now told I can't see anymore, darn!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JOCCI0X6Y7XH?ASIN=0439023521	Surprisingly Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought going into this book it would be a teenager's type novel. Surprisingly I read the first page and did not stop until the end! I'm not one of those pick apart a book person. I only know what is enjoyable to me , and this thoroughly was. On to book two!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23RI3J40B21FR?ASIN=0439023521	Could not put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had already seen the movie but it was a while ago.  As per usual, the book develops characters so much better.  I felt like I really knew them an was experiencing what they were experiencing.  I can't wait for book 2!  I literally finished this one in a day!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R246RF7Q8ET73T?ASIN=0439023521	incredible	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie before i read the book and I have to say the book blew me away. It really gave insight into Katniss' inner working and thought process. It made the book an amazing read that was hard to put down. If you are looking for a page turner this is it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RG4P7KS7N5M8T?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome series and book 1	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved reading this series.  Started with book 1 and couldn't stop reading until I was done with all 3.  Enjoyed the pace of this first book the best.  Left wondering many things, which I enjoyed.  Great book to read and compare to the movie that is coming out.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNKODFELPHQN0?ASIN=0439023521	Best book I've read this year!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Engaging story.  Fast start.  This book is a readers dream.  I was mesmerized by it the whole way through.  The characters are interesting.  The only thing I didn't like about this book was that it ended too soon.  This is a must read if you like a good story.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TC1PM5FD44FU?ASIN=0439023521	Strong characters	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's obvious why everybody likes these books so much, the characters are beautifully described and very human, and they're put through an incredible ordeal.  It's about character in more ways than one - what would you do to save your family, your best friend?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FFD6VBF6B96P?ASIN=0439023521	Copyright Infringement	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is good and I'm about half way through now. It is very entertaining, but what I don't understand is how the author has yet to be sued. My favorite book of all time is Koushun Takami's ""Battle Royale"" This book follows a strangely similar plot line.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21I0XLP9Z4Q52?ASIN=0439023521	Very intriguing series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I can't believe I read this series and enjoyed it as much as I did.  It was a very good yet disturbing story line.  I would not recommend it for Tweens because of the violence and drama.  However, it's popularity speaks for itself with the teens and adults.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11B7OPQGTIACK?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love that these downloads are available - pretty much instantly!!  Was home sick in January &amp; needed a light read.  Within seconds it was downloaded and the story pulled me right in.  I read the book then watched the movie - of course the book was better!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RR8GRKVS6WBD8?ASIN=0439023521	Adored!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved the whole series! Hope more great books are on the way! Major improvement on some YA books that are vapid and unrealistic. Katniss was a realistic character that reflected the normal confusion and issues expected to be dealt with in a difficult world.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ELDK1489LGXT?ASIN=0439023521	you may want to buy the set	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is a very good book. I picked it up every chance I could and read it in 5 days. I think it took me only 5 days because it is kinda short, in comparison to other books I've read. Had I known it would be such an easy read, I would have ordered the box set.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TP6IN2QKONBG?ASIN=0439023521	A must read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Absolutely loved this book!!! Suzanne Collins is a master story-teller. The character development is amazing, even for secondary characters such as Rue. At the end you feel like you know them all. I will be reading Catching Fire and Mockingjay immediately!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1C1C9CNW74FQI?ASIN=0439023521	I love the Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love the Hunger Games. I thought it was going to be gory, because of children being killed, by its not. I borrowed from kindle library. I cannot wait until January, so I can borrow Catching Fire. This all came about because I went to see the Mockingjay.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R983QCT0GS9XB?ASIN=0439023521	A really good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you liked the movie, this is going to fill the gaps and make of you a bigger fan. If you haven't seen te movies, well, this is a very entertaining story. The register is extremely easy to understand, both for English speakers and non-English speakers.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JGCPJXCPRFZZ?ASIN=0439023521	Love and hate...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't plan on reading a trilogy...<br/><br/>but this was that good. Yep, that good.<br/><br/>I immediately got the trilogy for myself, my fiance, and a friend...<br/>who've all read it now and loved it!<br/>Great story...sorry, no spoilers here.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11O6MHSSEWKYU?ASIN=0439023521	a good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked the attention given to Katniss. It's her story after all. I didn't like the glossing over of any other character. Peeta deserved more. The premise is interesting, the pacing was great. Enjoyed reading it and look forward to the rest of the story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VTTC04D7JD1I?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I often do not give in to ""fad books"", i.e. the Twilight Series, 50 Shades of Gray, but my mom recommended this book and I caved.  I am so glad I did!  I could not put this book down once I started, and never once was I bored reading it.  Excellent read!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23V4P208RC29X?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This  book was unbelievable. I saw the movie before I read this, and  I think the movie is definitely missing some very important key features. For example, when thresh saved katniss for dying for rue. All in all, this book had me speechless throughout.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DOJQLGDPXLOB?ASIN=0439023521	The ending	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved this book but the ending made me mad lol.<br/>Peeta should have know that katniss had to fake some of her feelings for the cameras, they didn't really know each other and how do you fall in love with someone while there s always cameras watching?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IR90ZLT6JIF2?ASIN=0439023521	Better than expected!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm used to reading books targeted for an older crowd and thought this one might be ""too young"" for my taste, but it proved me wrong. I couldn't stop reading once I started. I'm purchasing the second one through Kindle right now. Fantastic read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1AT0BQE8WFXS6?ASIN=0439023521	Yesss!!! Just, Yess!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love these books!!! I can't even begin to tell you how awesome this book is. The tension, suspense, characters, action, plot...everything is so amazing. Suzanne Collins a great writer. Word of Caution: DO read the book before seeing the movie...just saying..</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RI6WKOCS0CH4Z?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Don't know why I waited until all of my grandchildren read it to read it myself.  They loved it and I loved it.  Very thought provoking book. It is not just a very good adventure story but it also encourages you to think about World Order and politics.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BJ3P5P08C16E?ASIN=0439023521	WOW. What an AWESOME book!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I initially wasn't too interested in even reading this book!! Once I started it, I totally couldn't put it down. I read it in three days and now I can't wait to start the next one!! Now I HAVE to see the movie. So glad my husband recommended I read it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MTMVSZZUF883?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love this book!  This first installment is exciting and enchanting, making you fall headfirst into the world of Panem and in love with the characters.  After reading this I was dying for the next two to come out on Kindle and cheered when they arrived!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1L1SR5F5SV9KG?ASIN=0439023521	Dark & Intense	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A little dark for a young adult novel, but I read each book in a day or two because you literally can't put it down. A dynamic page-turner that is a metaphor for our times, when the rich get richer and the poor decide to finally do something about it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RR1A549C861PS?ASIN=0439023521	Fangirl	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book had me crying, laughing, angry, sad, and practically every other emotion. I couldn't put it down! I confirmed over it really badly and will for a long time to come. I'm extremely glad I read this book and recommend it to anyone and everyone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36J53FILCPHMF?ASIN=0439023521	Don't read this book if you have plans! It's addictive.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Once I started this book I could not put it down. Then, when I finished it, I needed to read the second one right away....and then the third. It became my obsession for a while. Exciting, addictive and an ""on the edge of your seat type story"".</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YQWSPCJE2K7Y?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I like this book because it goes straight into the games unlike the second book.<br/>Other then ""the hunger games"" I could go without reading. But because I couldnt put the book down! I have to give it five stars.<br/>One of my favorite books by far</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3K3CORZRPD0BX?ASIN=0439023521	This world sucks you in and you find yourself lost in the ...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Devoured couldn't put down and had to tell everybody about this series. This world sucks you in and you find yourself lost in the passion and emotions of the characters. It's been over 2 yrs since I've read it and I still think about it all the time.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ALC6GFHHG7QE?ASIN=0439023521	Love it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is a riveting novel about a new world. It is ruled by the Capitol. Every other place, called a district, is forced to send a girl and boy to fight each other to the death. It is an amazingly descriptive story that I highly recommend.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R950USU59GLC?ASIN=0439023521	An exciting ride from beginning to end, though not without a few hiccups	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Yes, I sure waited long enough to get around to reading this...  I wasn't interested in reading this book or its sequels when it first came out, and so I was left wondering what all the fuss was about when it became popular and gained a movie adaptation, fan following, and even a few parodies.  I even watched the movie adaptation of ""Catching Fire,"" though I was left horribly confused given that I hadn't read any of the books or seen the first movie beforehand.  So I figured it was inevitable that I'd need to read the series for myself, and after friends and family members recommended the series to me I finally gave in and set about to reading the trilogy.<br/><br/>The verdict?  While not a masterpiece or the best series I've ever read, ""The Hunger Games"" is an enjoyable, fast-paced book, and I'm eager to complete the sequels.<br/><br/>The world of ""The Hunger Games"" is Panem, a nation built from the ruins of the North American continent after a series of unspecified disasters has obliterated society as we know it.  Panem is made up of twelve districts (formerly thirteen before a disastrous revolution destroyed District 13 and subjugated the rest) that lay under the tyrannical rule of the decadent Capitol, and the titular Hunger Games are part of their ongoing schemes to further quell the districts.  Every year on the ""reaping,"" each district must send a boy and a girl to compete in the Games, where all the children and teens must hunt one another until only one is left standing.  When young poacher Katniss Everdeen volunteers to take her sister's place in the Games, she knows she's going to her death, but is determined to do all she can to last as long in the Games as possible.  But as the deadly Games progress, opponents die, alliances are forged, and truths revealed, Katniss realizes that it's possible that she can survive and win... but will the cost be worth it?<br/><br/>The writing style of this book isn't exactly special -- it's competent, and does a good job of drawing us into the action and moving events along at a swift but not breakneck pace.  And Collins has built a world that makes logical sense, a world that draws on the Empire of ancient Rome, classic dystopian stories, and perhaps most frighteningly our own age of the ignorant excess and decadence of the upper classes and the tawdry entertainment of reality television.  Perhaps the story isn't terribly original -- ""Battle Royale"" is often cited as a source of plagiarism, though there are also shades of ""Brave New World,"" ""1984,"" and ""The Most Dangerous Game"" -- but it's told entertainingly, and the Games, with their glamorous and entertaining surface concealing the ugly reality, are a fascinating aspect of the futuristic culture.<br/><br/>Collins does a decent job with the characters as well, for the most part.  Katniss feels like a realistic heroine, one who has suffered loss and hardship as a citizen of the districts and is grimly determined to do what's necessary to survive even as she struggles to adapt to the life of ease and glamour that is the Capitol.  The supporting cast is made up of plenty of colorful characters, and I found myself enjoying many of them -- the cantankerous and liquor-loving former champion Haymitch, the brainless but efficient Effie Trinket, the calmly dignified fashionista Cinna, and the tiny but resourceful champion of District 11 Rue.  (I ended up liking that last character enough that I sort of wish SHE had won the Games...)<br/><br/>Of course, as is pretty much a prerequisite of YA novels anymore, Katniss is caught up in a love triangle -- her best friend Gale at home, and her fellow District 12 tribute Peeta.  Both boys are curiously bland, without much to give them characterization save their relationship with Katniss.  I wonder if future books will give them more in the way of actual personality, though that should have been established in this book.<br/><br/>One other problem I have with this book is the muttations (that's not a typo) -- hybrid animals created by the government for war purposes or to inflict on the players in the Games.  While I'm not against using these creatures in fiction (even if muttations is a rather stupid name), and actually liked the jabberjays, mockingjays, and tracker jackers, it was the final beast released in the arena that was ridiculous enough to jar me out of the story.  I won't spoil further, but it felt like a weird inclusion that shook me out of the world of the book and made me go ""okay, that's stupid.""  When I have this moment while reading a book, I know something's wrong with what I'm reading...<br/><br/>While not a masterpiece, ""The Hunger Games"" is a fun read, and if you're not yet burned out on the genre of YA dystopia, give it a try.  It's an exciting ride all the way through, and I'm diving right into the sequel.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RAM6Q0J1MFZQ?ASIN=0439023521	"Control and Forbidden Love are the central themes of the Dystopian Novel ""Hunger ..."	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger Games - An Analysis<br/> Power, Control and Forbidden Love are the central themes of the Dystopian Novel ""Hunger Games"".  Suzanne Collins has a unique style to 'grab' the audience's attention by drawing them in to her view of 'dystopian society'.<br/> Dystopian societies are fictionalized versions of the author's view of futuristic societies when compared to societies as they exist today.  There is a great deal of interest in how societies will be in the future,  as witnessed by the incredible interest in the October 21, 2015 societal predictions found within the ""Back To The Future"" film of 1985, which predicted among other things, flying cars and hover boards.  There were many news stories comparing the presentation of '2015' society as imagined in 1985 to what actually exists in the 'real' 2015.  One of the most interesting being whether the Chicago Cubs would win the World Series.  Ironically, they came closer than they had been in years, making it to the playoffs this year.<br/> The main target of these novels seems to be 'young adults' and studies have shown that recently 'millennials' are very dissatisfied with the 'status quo' economically and politically.  Younger teens aged 13 and older may also be attracted to this type of novel.  The reader may be attracted by a sense of curiosity and uncertainty about the future.  It's natural to want to have an optimistic view of our future.  No one wants to face a 'bleak' tomorrow.<br/> The 'rules' of the games do not discriminate between the race of the opponents.  Each 'district' is represented by two people, one male and one female, aged 12-18 who fight to the death.  Each 'district' represents one 'industry' such as farming or coal mining.<br/> The 'Capital' is wealthy,  while those living in the 'Districts' are impoverished due to their loss of an essential 'Civil War' where the ""Districts' lost.  The people in the Capital are in 'control' of the games and convince the Districts that they have no choice but to participate.  Whether acknowledged or not, this is quintessential  socialism, while promising some aspect of 'equality', any dissent is met with oppression, while only those in control of the means of production, which has been 'Nationalized'  become wealthy and in control.<br/> One doesn't have to 'imagine' this 'reality', it exists in Russia, North Korea and a dozen other different  modern day societies.  Slavery, which America fought a civil war to abolish, still exists throughout the world.  Women's rights including the right to vote, are still only a dream in oppressive societies, such as within the Middle East where women can't drive, let alone vote.  Same Sex marriage, recently affirmed by the U.S. Supreme Court, brings only discrimination in Russia and a death sentence in Saudi Arabia and Iran.<br/> The 'Capital' convinces each District that the 'Hunger Games' are acceptable and 'exciting'.  The 'Capital' controls the means of production, access to resources and even nutrition, using fear, oppression and depression to control the 'weak' within the 'district' through force versus consent.<br/> The old adage that ""Ignorance of the past can cause you to repeat those mistakes""  is clearly on display, as the mistakes so clearly demonstrated by oppressive, totalitarian, socialistic/communistic societies are served up in these 'futuristic' interpretations of  so many 'Dystopian Societies'.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GO3HUH5C9FZW?ASIN=0439023521	Well-written, well-paced, enjoyable, a page turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well-written, well-paced, enjoyable, a page turner. Any book that I want to pick up and continue with is on to a good thing. I enjoyed the story, characters and twists.<br/><br/>I wasn't so keen on the use of the present tense - I'm so used to reading novels in past tense that this regularly grated. I was also a bit surprised at a few errors, considering the book will have been edited so many times and made so much money - publishers cutting back on polishing books? For example ""I know one has found me and the others will be honing in"". Should be ""homing in"" (though it is a common error). There's also some badly-planned sections that come across as unconvincing placeholders. For example, Katniss decides she wants to hunt alone because Peeta is noisy, then come back for him, but doesn't think he'll agree. She hasn't said anything about it aloud but immediately he states that's what she should do, for those reasons. It's the kind of thing an author writes because they have an omniscient view, but later editing should remove the too-obvious god hand.<br/><br/>I should also go and fuss the big grey thing stood in the corner. When I started reading The Hunger Games I knew little about it, having avoided mentions and spoilers and films. I just had a vague  thought that it was popular and was dystopian sci-fi, maybe like 1984 – I switched off whenever Hunger Games was mentioned online to avoid knowing more. As such I was surprised as I read it that it seemed so familiar – and immediately connected it with Battle Royale. I kept thinking “Wow, that’s similar, surely it can’t be an accident?” Suzanne Collins says she never read Battle Royale or knew of it as she was writing Hunger Games. I can accept that, though it still seems strange to me. I knew about Battle Royale years before Suzanne Collins wrote Hunger Games. Battle Royale was widely talked about and praised - I bought it from a Waterstones display. It wasn't something obscure. Then they made a film of it and it became even more well-known due to the controversial violence. Still, this has been discussed elsewhere, I just wanted to mention it as someone who knew nothing of the controversy or what Hunger Games was about, but the resemblances immediately struck me – children forced to kill each other as a punitive lesson by a controlling, hi-tech Government; an arena with randomised weapons, areas altered to force victims together; a hero finding a way to outwit the controllers; technology to track and observe the children and so on.<br/><br/>As an editor I always critique things, but don't focus on that as my full view - my overall perception of the book is very positive, and I look forward to reading the sequels.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VMRGWVD3SVPW?ASIN=0439023521	but I have been super busy so I guess better late than never	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So I was suppose to have my review of this book up on Sunday when I finished it, but I have been super busy so I guess better late than never.<br/><br/>I don't know why I waited so long to read this book. I have seen the movie but I have to say the book is better. I got to really feel and understand Katniss in this story and I have to say she is a survivor through and through.<br/>Katniss and her family live in District 12 where it is a poor district the main job there is to be a coal miner. You can tell Katniss is a different than those in the district she really tries to take care of her mother and little sister Prim. When her sister gets picked to be part of the annual Reaping which there is no way out of Katniss steps up. It is something that hasn't seemed to happen before so of course you know it is going to be good. We read on as Katniss and the bakers son who is madly in love with her even though she doesn't know it as of yet train, eat good food, learn what the capital likes and doesn't like.<br/>When the games begin who will be left to survive as there can be only one winner or can there be?<br/><br/>The character development was perfect to me on this book. You really got a feel for all the characters not just the main ones. I think one thing that got me with Katniss is  how she seemed to stick it to the capital when she could and it wasn't in your face type of thing but subtle. There is plenty of action though out the story that leaves you turning the pages as fast as you can read it. For me it was hard to imagine that these characters were between the ages of 12 and 18 I guess being in a situation where it is life or death makes you seem more grown up than you really are. I can not wait to jump into book two and then book three. If you haven't read The Hunger Games book one I highly suggest you do. #PaperbackFriday</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQKU93DV8Z66X?ASIN=0439023521	Good Adventure, Crude and Clumsy Allegory	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you're looking for a gritty, brutal YA SciFi-Fantasy-Adventure novel, Hunger Games fits the bill. There have been over 20,000 reviews written for the book and over 12,000 for the movie, so what can I say that hasn't already been said? I'll say something about the main allegory the story represents.<br/><br/>Hunger Games is a Dystopian fantasy featuring a society that is very advanced scientifically and technically. In this world there is no reason that anyone has to struggle for a living or go hungry, and yet most of the people are barely getting by on a sustenance level. We are told that this world, called Panem, is a post-apocalyptic Earth. Apparently they were able to hold civilization together, because we are also told that District 13 rebelled against the post-apocalyptic order, for which they were destroyed, and in order to discourage further rebellion the Capitol keeps the remaining twelve districts on a primitive sustenance level, relatively powerless, and if that's not enough to keep a lid on things they hold an annual Hunger Games to remind everyone of just how powerless they are and how brutal the Capitol can be.<br/><br/>So what is the crude and clumsy allegory? Panem is supposed to represent a military dictatorship, such as North Korea, and that's fine as far as it goes, but the problem is that Panem is far more advanced than North Korea, or any nation on Earth. This novel seems to forget why military dictatorships exist. For the sake of brevity, I'll oversimplify: Military dictatorships exist because of scarce resources. Even in advanced democratic nations, such as the US, most of our problems exist because of scarce resources. In a world like Panem, the problem of scarce resources has been solved. I concede that humans can be irrational, but I find it implausible that a society reaching the state of development evident in this story would reduce itself to a military dictatorship, because those in power would lose so much more than they could possibly gain. Contrary to popular belief, it's just not that much fun to be a dictator when it's not based on scarce resources.<br/><br/>Sure, people desire power, sometimes madly. I'm reminded of the Kipling novel, also a movie, ""The Man Who Would Be King,"" and Milton's ""Paradise Lost"" in which Lucifer exclaims ""It is better to rule in Hell than serve in Heaven."" But individuals are one thing and entire societies are another. Individuals are more susceptible to being driven by personal flaws, but large, complex, advanced societies are largely driven by scarce resources. It's been said that the US will go to war for oil but not for broccoli. In Hunger Games the Capitol is at war with the entire world over nothing, and I just can't buy that premise - it's just too cynical for my taste and it's based on a flawed perspective on human behavior.<br/><br/>That being said, I understand how this major flaw is necessary for the plot. All sorts of exciting things can happen in this story thanks to the advanced technology of the Capitol. With all the action, most people (I suspect) aren't going to notice or care about the gaping logical inconsistencies implied by such a society. But I noticed, and now that I've pointed it out I'm curious to know what some of you think. If you think that such a society is plausible, what evidence can you provide to support that view? If we solve the problem of scarce resources, how is any dictatorship desirable, possible or sustainable?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TV05EQKCHBH3?ASIN=0439023521	that even in the most desperate situations is place for love and respect	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">1. I bought a book on amazon about three months ago the quality of the book than almost all the rest of what I've read for a long time already. Basically it consists of a post-apocalyptic future, in which a ""Capitol"" dominates America. (USA no longer exists.) To control the 12 districts of the country of Panem, the Capitol makes them send (to force) 12 boys and 12 girls to a mini-Colosseum to fight each other. These young gladiators are participants in The Hunger Games.<br/>A past of wars has left the 12 districts that divide Panem under the tyrannical power of the ""Capitol"". Without freedom and poverty, no one can leave the confines of his district. Only a 16-year-old Katniss Everdeen, dares to challenge the rules for getting food. The principals will be tested with ""The Hunger Games"" televised spectacle that organizes Capitol Hill to humiliate the population. Each year, 2 representatives from each district will be required to survive in a hostile environment and fight to the death between them until a single survivor. When her little sister is chosen to participate, Katniss no doubt take its place, determined to demonstrate its firm and resolute attitude, that even in the most desperate situations is place for love and respect.<br/>This first book in the trilogy is an excellent introduction to the world of taxes and panem in general. It's an interesting idea and very well told which presents Suzanne Collins; a world that at certain points could be compared with ours, which is taken to extremes by use of the ""games"" that only serve to remind people that have control over them panem government. It is written in first person, allowing us to unite more Katniss; understand their actions, their thoughts, accept the decisions you can make in the course of the games to stay alive and to some extent it can get to become; so personally, it made me part of the story at a higher level.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24CV98Z329B9L?ASIN=0439023521	people do enjoy watching this	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Every year in the country of Panem, an annual show called The Hunger Games is aired on T.V. This isn't your usual television show. Children between the ages of 12-18 are chosen as sacrifices to fight to the death. Yes, people do enjoy watching this. Only if you live in the Capitol. The Capitol is this place where the president of Panem lives. The president of Panem is President Snow. There are 12 districts in Panem. All the districts must give up a boy and girl for the fight, unless you live in the Capitol. The citizens of the Capitol love the show. They eagerly await for it to be that time of the year again. They enjoy watching the fight and they like to pick favorites and place bets.<br/><br/>We follow Katniss Everdeen, who is 16 years old. She lives in the Seam in district 12. She lives at home with her younger sister, Prim, and her mother. Her father died in a coal mining explosion. On the day of the reaping (the day that the tributes are chosen), Katniss goes out for a little hunt in the woods with her best friend Gale. Katniss and Gale hunt in the woods for food. This is illegal. What else is there to do when you're poor and you don't have food?<br/>After their little snack, they head over to the reaping. At the reaping, Effie Trinket chooses a ""winner"". District 12 usually never wins. There have only been 2 winners in district 12, one of which is still alive. The living winner's name is Haymitch. He is usually always drunk.<br/><br/>The first name that Effie pulls out of the girl's bowl is none other than Katniss' little sister, Prim. Prim begins to walk up to the stage when suddenly Katniss takes her place. This is unusual, especially for district 12. Why would you sacrifice yourself?<br/><br/>Effie then pulls out a boy's name. She pulls out a slip with the name ""Peeta Mellark"" on it. Katniss doesn't like this. Peeta and Katniss have a past together, and she feels that she can't kill him after what he did for her. Throughout the rest of the novel, we follow Katniss and Peeta as they try to survive in the arena while other people are out to get them.<br/>This book was amazing! It was everything that I love in a book. Amazing characters that you can easily connect to, adventure, and a little bit of romance on the side. I do enjoy how the romance wasn't the main point of the story. It was fast-paced and it was definitely a page-turner. Once you start this book, you don't want to put it down. It keeps you on the edge of your seat. Days after I finished the book, I was still thinking about it. There is also a huge cliffhanger that makes you want the next book immediately. I definitely suggest that everyone read it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21THX5Z77YBS?ASIN=0439023521	Fast paced!  Edge of your seat suspense!  A must read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games.  Where do I even begin?  This book was so amazing I couldn't put it down!  I finished this book within 24 hours, which is like a record for me.  I will say that the first few chapters are a bit slow, but in hindsight they are necessary so stick with it.  Trust me, after you get past those first few chapters you will not be able to stop.  Your nose will indeed be stuck in this book everywhere you go.  You will not be able to get enough of it.<br/><br/>Okay, let's get serious for a bit.  I have heard a lot of crap said of ""The Hunger Games.""  Some people tend to focus on the fact that there are kids killing kids.  Yes, there are.  BUT, that is not the main or whole picture of this story.  It is not just a brutal tale of children being forced to fight to the death in some arena.  There is SO SO SO much more.  The people of The Hunger Games are ruled by a greedy, self-serving government.  They want full control of the Districts, basically keeping them as slaves.  One District acted out against The Capital years ago and was destroyed.  As a punishment for their actions, and to insure none of the other Districts tried the same thing, The Capital decided to make an example every year as a reminder.  (They also make it out to seem it is for the Districts' own protection.)  So, they choose one male and one female from each District every year.  They are thrown into an arena and must fight to the death with only one person surviving.<br/>Katniss (and Peta) is thrown into this arena but instead of acting like this is normal, or good even, she stands against it.  She lets it be known that what The Capital is doing is wrong.  She decides to fight her oppressors and soon starts a revolution.<br/>So, it isn't about kids killing kids.  It is about a these people living in a bad world, under a cruel leader and being forced into a horrid situation.  Katniss does what is necessary to live, but she does not take the killing lightly.  She lets it be know the wrong being down and fights to change it.<br/><br/>I have also heard some claim Suzanne Collins to be a horrible person for being able to write something so cruel.  I do not find this to be the case, for all the same reasons I do not think the storyline is simply about kids killing kids.  I'd like to not that a lot of writers base their stories on things they have read, witnessed, or experienced themselves.  I could easily see some of her inspiration for this coming from something like the holocaust.  Of course, I do not know this for certain, I am only giving an example to explain what I mean.<br/><br/>Bottom line.  Read the book for yourself.  Do not form your opinion of it from others.  Everyone's opinions are different and only you can decide what you like.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2S3F3Y2DVKSBC?ASIN=0439023521	Book One Summary... WARNING: SPOILERS AHEAD!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games trilogy is currently one of the most famous book and movie series amongst readers and moviegoers of all ages. I would be very surprised if anyone in America hasn’t heard of the series. The Hunger Games trilogy is personally my favorite book and movie series. The vast amount of action and adventure mixed with drama and emotion is astounding. The novel is so incredibly interesting that I could not put it down. The dystopian society Suzanne Collins creates is simply amazing. The plot of the novel is that adolescents have to battle to the death in order for the government to maintain control over citizens is just absolutely outrageous, which is probably one of the largest allurements to the novel.<br/><br/>The basic premise of the first novel is that two adolescents from each of the twelve districts are chosen at random to fight to the death in the hunger games for all to watch on television. Somehow this act of violence keeps the districts in check for the government to have total control. The first work in the series opens on Katniss Everdeen, the protagonist, in the squalor that is her home in district 12. Collins sets the novel by explaining the relationship Katniss has to each of her family members. The way Katniss must care for her own mother and sister shows the depth of her love for her family. Collins’s use of imagery lets the reader take an in depth look into the desolation of district 12. It is a cold, dirty place, yet Katniss still manages to find her contentment, which happens to be outside the walls in the woods where she can hunt. During the reaping, Primrose is selected to enter the games, but Katniss, knowing her twelve year old sister would have a great chance of dying, so instead Katniss chooses to volunteer in her place. The male tribute is Peeta Melark. Citizens are allowed to pay the capitol to send aids into the arena to help the tributes survive. Therefore, in order to drum up some interest, the two tributes pretend to be star-crossed lovers who must now fight each other to the death.<br/><br/>Later in the novel Katniss befriends a little girl named Rue. Katniss and Rue stick together for a while trying to keep each other alive. The two plan to take lead an elite group of killer tributes away from them, but Rue is killed in the process. Katniss immediately takes action by killing Rue’s murderer. Katniss then lays Rue to rest by singing to her and by placing flowers all around her as a tribute to her memory. Later in the games Katniss plays her part in showing affection towards Peeta and they even make it all the way to the end of the games. Katniss with her amazing accuracy with the bow and arrow and Peeta’s genius idea of camouflage help the two to the end. They have done the impossible by surviving the brutal warfare and now they must fight each other, but they have other ideas about that. Katniss and Peeta stuff a hand full of poison berries into their mouths and right before they can bite down, there is an announcement that they have both won the games. Katniss defies the government by not going along with their plans and almost killing herself and Peeta. Katniss does not know it, but through her actions she has started the revolution.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YA55ECOLU5TN?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games. Let me just say . . . Peeta Swoon	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">*Warning: This review may contain spoilers. Read at your own risk.<br/><br/>Review courtesy of The Tattered Page:<br/><br/>Before I start my rant about The Hunger Games, I have to admit that I was reluctant to read it -- as you can see I waited until now to do so. And to be honest, I cannot give you a good reason why. Perhaps it was a number of things that prevented me from reading the book. Maybe I was afraid the book would let me down since the film was so good? or maybe I was afraid that the film strayed to far from the novel and I would be pissed?<br/><br/>Well, that does not matter now. I finally give in and read The Hunger Games. And loved it!<br/><br/>The characters were real and came off the pages. Katniss, the girl on fire, and Peeta, the boy with the bread = . The pace off the story was steady. There was just the right balance of thrill, unrequited love humor (yes!) and relative material. I mean, I fell into the story. I felt a part of it. The whole while I was reading The Hunger Games, I felt as if I were beside Katniss. Absolutely mind-altering work of literature that gets under your skin.<br/>""Without thinking, I pull an arrow from my quiver and send it straight at the Gamemakers' table. I hear shouts of alarm as people stumble back. the arrow skewers the apple in the pigs' mouth and pins it to the wall behind it. Everyone stares at me in disbelief.<br/>'Thank you for your consideration,' I say. then I give a slight bow and walk straight toward he exit without being dismissed"" [page 102].<br/><br/>What I found most interesting, was how Katniss always assume she would be the one to kill Peeta during the games, although she never outright stated or even admitted it (Pages 33, 72, etc.). Yet, in the end, Katniss was the one to save Peeta.<br/><br/>But let us get back to Peeta Mellark. Oh, Peeta, Peeta, Peeta. He is such a sweetheart but not to the point of weakness. Maybe that is why I love his character?  Not to mention, how much better does it get then when you find out the cute, kind boy with the beard secretly pined Katniss since they were 5 years old! Can I get a ""book boyfriend material!""? Amen.<br/><br/>""'And right when your song ended, I knew -- just like your mother -- I was a goner,' Peeta says. 'Then for the next eleven years, I tried to work up the nerve to talk to you'"" [pages 300-301].<br/><br/>Now, I am patiently (sike!) waiting for my copies of Catching Fire and Mockingjay to arrive in the mail. Cannot wait to read them -- although I think I am going to wait to read Mockingjay after the movies since that will be the case for the first two books in the trilogy.<br/><br/>Happy Reading!<br/>Ashley<br/>www.TheTatteredPage.com</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QM6V61Q4168S?ASIN=0439023521	Katniss Kicks Butt. Repeatedly.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Imagine a future America where a central government rules all with an iron fist, fed by the tribute of 12 subjugated colonies. Those in the capital city live lives of ease, abundance and entertainment at the expense of the colonists, who struggle against nature every day to survive. This is the life of the teenage Katniss, a girl who risks punishment for excursions beyond the electric fence to find food for her widowed mother and young sister.<br/><br/>Her slow trudge toward a bleak future is suddenly interrupted when her sister's name is drawn to compete in the annual Hunger Games, and Katniss volunteers in her sibling's place. The rules of the Hunger Games are simple. Twenty-four teens from the 12 colonies are chosen to fight to the death in an arena of diabolical design, their every word and action televised to a riveted nation. Because the colony of the winning contestant receives extra food allotments for an entire year, the full attention of the colonies focuses on the outcome.<br/><br/>The story follows Katniss through her preparation and competition. Although she wishes only to survive, Katniss' ingenuity, selflessness, and defiance soon earn the admiration of viewers across the nation. She slowly becomes that which the Capital fears the most: a symbol of rebellious hope to the oppressed colonies. Even if she survives the games, she may not survive the wrath of the central government.<br/><br/>Much has been said about the Hunger Games trilogy - that it is a knock-off of previous works, that it is simplistic in its view of humanity, that it is little more than a moral parable. The critics, however, have missed the bigger picture. Ms. Collins has painted a portrait of an America not far removed from our own - one where the oppression of race has been replaced by the oppression of class, and where the divide between the 'haves' and 'have-nots' has grown deep. She achieves what every author should - to have the reader care deeply for the main character, and to have the reader think deeply about the circumstances and actions of that character. This novel is a tremendous mixture of action and relationships, and should not be missed by any teen reader.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTBDZRSGTWCY2?ASIN=0439023521	And I only read it because of all the hype around it (I like to see what all the fuss is about)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After being disturbed by the violence in the first movie, I waited a long time before reading this book.  And I only read it because of all the hype around it (I like to see what all the fuss is about).  Despite my trepidation over the movie, I found this to be a very good read...and that is saying something for a book about a dystopian society.  I feel Suzanne Collins’ fictional world, Panem, could easily be compared to any of the classics of a like genre (e.g. A Brave New World, 1984, Fahrenheit 451, Animal Farm, The Giver, and even Lord of the Flies).  There is still the unusual violence in the book that is disturbing, and possibly even more disturbing is the reaction to the book…i.e. readers and movie viewers saying things like “It is awesome!”  Respectfully, there is nothing awesome about a little kid getting killed in an arena.  A reaction of this sorts puts the reader in league with the evil “Capitol” in this book—entertained by violence.  A book about a dystopian society should evoke warning and perhaps even rage at the injustice, but not excitement.  And yet, the source of the problem is that Suzanne Collins writes in such a way that the books ARE quite entertaining.  Her staccato style of writing lends itself well to action, and action is the strength of her book (along with her development of an environment of oppression).  Violent death is expected and accepted in The Hunger Games, but it’s done so in arena of entertainment.  This arena is horrifyingly entertaining to her fictional “Capitol” viewers, but also, the reader of the book cannot help but be captivated by it.  You simply don’t have time to come up for breath because you have to know how it ends.  That is quite an achievement.<br/>One knock on this style of writing is that she rarely stops to savor good moments.  Some conversations that could be cherished more fully are cut short by this clipped tone in the book.  It’s almost as if the story were a race and there is no time to stop, not even for important moments, and that very well might be what Collins has in mind.  Experiencing the story in first person present, the reader walks through the world of Panem inside of Katniss’ head AS events playout.  Good moments are so fleeting in Katniss Everdeen’s life that it is very realistic to cut short these good moments…but realism is bought at the expense of the reader being able to cherish those good moments.<br/>While I won’t call it “awesome” (in the name of decency), it is a very good read, not only keeping the reader glued to the pages, but also serving as a poignant reminder that sometimes oppression must be faced, and sometimes there are things worth dying for.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MS56QSM88FOE?ASIN=0439023521	Seems like it would be a rip-off of other tales (Battle Royale, etc), but is refreshingly well-written and full of great twists.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book mainly because I'm in a kick of reading teen lit these days (the Earthsea books, the Tripods series, and the Giver Quartet), and also because my 13-year-old wanted to read it or see the movie so badly that I though tI should preview the material for age-appropriateness.<br/><br/>As such, the book isn't as gruesome as I feared (hello, Battle Royale), and there's plenty of humanity in the characters, sometimes in very surprising ways - after all, who would think that someone with a nickname like Foxface would actually become a highly endearing character? As for the violence, that's also toned down as there are a lot of off-screen or non-murder killings so that we really only experience a few, far less than the maximum of 22 that we could have endured. I've okayed it for my 13-year-old, who is generally less squeamish than other kids these days, and I'm looking forward to reading the next books.<br/><br/>What surprised me as an adult reader was how well-written the book is, and how fully Collins develops the characters as mature individuals. A whole gamut of cliches were expected, but I found myself getting into this very compelling tale with delicious plot twists. If only writers like George RR Martin could learn from someone like Collins, who is not only a gifted storyteller, but who probably has a great editor too.<br/><br/>Unfortunately, and it may be a bit of a spoiler to talk about this, I can see the next books being set up to deal more with relationship issues and emotional insecurity (does he love me, or not? do I love him or not? I I don't know... it's all so confusing!!); I highly doubt that the next two books will be as interesting as this one is, but let's see. Collins has come through and surprised me before - I was initially a bit prejudiced against the book, given that the ideas are so clearly lifted from other tales like Battle Royale, Logan's Run, The Running Man, Death Race 2000, even The Giver), but this book has a great spin on things and I'm happy to give it five stars, and to recommend it to other readers</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R359J3LJR9C48Q?ASIN=0439023521	Description in brutal fashion of a dire future of mankind	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is probably written originally for teenager readers, because of the age of its main characters, but considering its content and many gory details it is more suited for adult readers. I have read several books of a dire future of mankind, based on the BIG BROTHER dictatorships, which control everything, written by such great writers as George Orwell (1984), Aldous Huxley (Brave new world) and Ira Levin (This perfect day) and although this book has a similar topic, it has a substantially different approach. The world is divided into a central, dominating, Capitol, where people live in abundance and comfort, and 12 districts, where the inhabitants live in poverty, totally controlled by the Capitol and in fear of heavy punishments for any transgression. Each district is specialized in one kind of production. District 12 is the worst, the only jobs are in coal mining, a very heavy work, with a short life expectancy. Each year 2 young people per district are extracted by a lottery number to represent it in a terrible game, transmitted by TV to all districts and for the entertainment of the elite living in the Capitol. The game is a struggle till death, where only one of the 24 unlucky chosen survives. Most part of the book is the description of this terrible persecution of each one against the other 23, viewed by a District 12 contestant of this deadly game, where some temporary alliances are woven. It is better not to divulge the winner, in order not to reveal for possible readers the most interesting end result. In my KIndle version the first three chapters of the sequel of this novel are included, (there exist three consecutive novels) certainly in order to awaken the interest of the readers in the future fate of the protagonists, a clever selling trick of the following book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DABSOAFFDN6N?ASIN=0439023521	Just a great, suspenseful book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Have you ever wondered what it would be like to live poor and barely have enough money to put food on the table? If you want to learn what it feels like and more, read this book. This book is about a headstrong, 16 year old girl who lives in a place called the 12th District. Her name is Katniss Everdeen. This district is very poor, like most of the others.  She feeds her mom and sister, Prim, by illegally hunting in the woods outside their district. In this way, she becomes a very good archer.<br/><br/>There is an annual event called the Hunger Games, which is a televised reality show. From each District, one female and one male is sent to participate in the Hunger Games. In this event all of the selected kids must fight to the death for the Capitol's amusement. The Capitol is the capitol of the districts. The citizens of the Capitol are rich, shallow, selfish people who are more obsessed with their beauty than the thousands dying of starvation in the districts. Prim is chosen to take place in the games and Katniss volunteers to go in her place. The male who is chosen for District 12 is Peeta, a shy 15 year old boy who loves Katniss. Katniss manages to survive three weeks in the arena. Read the book to find out how.<br/><br/> I strongly recommend this book to anyone who likes suspense and to be on the edge the whole time while reading a well written book. The message of the story is that if you have lots of money and never have to work hard for anything, you are less likely to care about people, and forget the truly important things in life. On the other hand, when you don't have much and you must sacrifice for others it can make you a better person. Thank you for reading my essay and I hope you enjoy reading this book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FD5B1UGWRKUG?ASIN=0439023521	Surprisingly good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As we grow and old in this civilization we pick up few things. Some of us do at least. For instance, sooner or later we learn not to take any heed to what PR-guys are saying. After all, what kind of marketing would that be if it were to say things like: “We suck, don’t buy our product.” Unfortunately, though we may know things like that only saints stay vigilant all the time. So, when some PR-guy, on account of publishing firm, screams something along the lines of: “Look, we have new ‘Twilight’ coming out. Pay attention. Buy!” we tend to say – pfft! – and go on with our businesses. Seriously, who in their right mind would want to read another “Twilight”? When “The Hunger Games” came out, official PR did exactly that. Since I couldn’t escape that hype back then, I did what looked relatively sane at the time. Totally ignored both Collins and her book. Couple of years later, I remembered the lesson I should have known all this time. Never trust PR. “The Hunger Games”, apart from female lead character, has nothing in common with “Twilight”. “The Hunger Games” is, actually, a very good book. It isn’t the best of what that elusive “genre” of YA can offer, but it’s far from the worst.<br/><br/> At this point I’m inclined to go at length about movie adaptation with Jennifer Lawrence (there is a lot of interesting tidbits to talk about here, especially if you take note of what is omitted in the movies), but saner part of me keeps saying no so I must concur. After all, movie-verse is (and should be) different from the book-verse. That’s another thing LoTR fans will never understand. Let’s focus on the text instead. Suzanne Collins writes compelling narrative about a young girl forced to fight for her own life and survival. Taken on its own, the topic itself is nothing to write home about. We’ve seen it countless times, especially in genre-writing and if we would compare “The Hunger Games” with other prolific titles or authors which write about similar things, Collins would stay far behind. Her world-building is much too weak, her treatment of politics is naïve at best and too many parts of the book behave like a script instead of a novel (which makes sense considering that Collins made her career in television before she managed to pull a global hit). What is to write home about, especially if you’re, I don’t know, sixteen and still couldn’t possibly have read all these things old farts like me tend to glorify, is Collins’ treatment of Katniss, fluidity of narration, careful avoidance of any sort of teenage-melodrama or love-pathos and skillful, logical and sensible i.e. gradual change of Katniss from life-hardened pragmatic to something resembling engaged political citizen.<br/><br/>  “The Hunger Games”, PR will tell you, promise some sort of blood and gore spectacle in a dystopian futuristic society filled with drama and boys kissing girls. On the other hand, Collins writes about everything but. Sure, there is blood and there is gore (much more than in movies which have to play it carefully to keep PG-13 rating), there is even some kissing. But there are far more important things as well, talked about with appealing cynical pragmatism from which you can learn few things about ways of the world. In other words “The Hunger Games” offer what every good YA literature should -  (relatively) interesting premise, intelligent structure, logical and compelling storytelling, something resembling political realism and relatable, humane characters which are in no way perfect yet they strive to be, as we all do. “The Hunger Games” is a nice introduction to more serious writing about dystopias and if it does its job (and somehow I think it will, or that it already did), some of the fans of the series will migrate to other things and will stay forever entranced with this analogue magic of literature. That’s a win for itself right there. We shouldn’t take these things lightly.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RY32I9I0FYDDX?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Most people will know the story by now; I had seen the film first, which may have lessened the tension of the book.<br/><br/>Any reader is going to be distressed by the situation; each district of a separated nation - a future America - has got to produce two young people as tributes each year. These two are put in an arena covering a large area with the other tributes and expected to fight to the death. The winner is rich and famous; their district is prosperous that year.  When most districts are poor this is a sure way to divide the population's allegiances and keep the central rulers in the capital safe from rebellion.<br/><br/>Katniss, our guide, is a young woman used to hunting in the woods, as her coal-miner father was killed in a mine accident and his family was likely to starve.  She volunteers in the place of her little sister who is chosen as a tribute. We then follow her and the baker's son as they face cameras, travel to the capital, meet the drunk, worn-out survivor of a previous Hunger Game who is their best support.<br/><br/>The games are as expected brutal and miserable as exposure and starvation will kill the tributes if they hide too well in the woods, while the rulers find ways to force them together to get some action. Already unusual, Katniss becomes a rebel. The film showed outside effects of her actions, but cutting away during the book would have been wrong, so we do not see what is happening outside the arena, just learn the tributes' best guess.  I did find that the idea of twelve-year-olds being expected to compete against eighteen-year-olds was unlikely.<br/><br/>The first-person present tense narrative has been written extremely well and reads easily. Background fill-in comes smoothly and no more than is needed; Katniss is not an overly learned person nor a dull one. She has known little love and never expected to do more than survive, making her oddly prepared for the event. While the trend in YA books is depressing at present, with dystopian tales and overall distrust of adults and society, I believe that The Hunger Games says something important about entertainment and welfare. The tense and information-filled tale has been well realised, making an addictive read.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QNQ1V2HXBRX9?ASIN=0439023521	Connected narration from a damaged girl	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Decided to read this because a friend who was lukewarm on the book still wanted to see the movie, and I hate seeing movies I haven't read the book of. Plus it's nice to see what the hype is about and have my own opinion.<br/><br/>I didn't like the writing as much as I liked some of the concepts. What's with all the comma splices? It's just a little clumsy sometimes, but not often enough that you get used to it and adapt, so when something's weird or wrong it really sticks out. Katniss's narration talked to the faceless audience a lot, especially in the beginning, to explain stuff to us, and I was wondering who she was talking to. Sometimes it was okay because it bounced right off of what she was thinking or doing. Other times it was a history/culture lesson and that I didn't like, but I dealt with it. And there were a lot of flashbacks, which sometimes worked well and sometimes felt shoehorned in. Beyond that, the actual writing style was sometimes awkward, but the present tense narration was unusually invisible, and I thought Katniss's tone was established early and established well.<br/><br/>She was firm and independent and seriously a nice breath of fresh air after so many YA novels featuring drippy heroines who melt over guys and focus on getting a guy as the center of their lives. Nope, not this girl. Stepping away from the book itself for a moment, I should say that she's kind of important from a feminist standpoint when it comes to literature, and I don't mean that in a silly girl-power way. I mean that the big book-to-movie blockbusters in this era don't have good messages for women at all.<br/><br/>If the protagonist is a girl or a woman in these megahits, her purpose usually focuses primarily or exclusively on a boy or man. And ""getting"" him means she ""wins,"" and gets ""happily ever after."" Katniss is important because she shows that a female lead can exist without being dependent on a boy to give her purpose. The only person she truly loves is her sister, so you believe it when she puts it all on the line to protect her, even though she clearly feels that caring makes her vulnerable. When Katniss volunteers for the Games, you can immediately see that she is already being practical about the future, because the wheels are already turning on how not to look weak by crying. And she's all business while saying goodbye to her family. She's prepared for this. She's sixteen, but she's a grown-up, and throughout the rest of the story she thinks about everything she's doing in terms of how it will affect her family, especially her sister Prim. And she doesn't carry the ""I'm doing this FOR MY FAMILY"" banner for show. It is part of her in the arena, and consistently works as a motivating factor in her thoughts. It isn't a ruse and it's written very well.<br/><br/>I wondered what happened to the other countries outside of Panem, since it's supposed to be only North America. Still, I liked the cultures that were touched on. I liked that the districts were allowed only tiny rebellions like refusing to clap for things they don't agree with. I liked that some of the districts had cultures that encouraged kids to think it was an honor to be chosen for the Games. The whole ""blended animals and plants"" thing kinda bugged me--how these half-and-half engineered things kept popping up, like ""nightlock"" (nightshade plus hemlock?) and ""mockingjay"" (mockingbird plus the invented ""jabberjay,"" though that's intentional). And I didn't completely grok why the Hunger Games are the way they are--there were some halfhearted justifications for why reaping children reminds the districts of the Capitol's power, but I'm hoping this gets fleshed out in later books. As for the Games themselves, it seemed a bit contradictory that the spectators love and reward violence, but then also love and reward emotional attachment. I couldn't quite tell if both were being rewarded because different sponsors like different things, or whether it was just inconsistent for plot purposes.<br/><br/>I like that Katniss doesn't like ""owing anyone"" and feels like she owes Peeta a thank-you for helping her when she was a kid, and I unexpectedly chuckled when she was thinking about how it'd sound insincere if she thanked him while trying to slit his throat in the Games. She recognizes Peeta's kindness and sees it as a possible ploy right from the beginning, and throws it right back at him--which works to her advantage. This is choreographed to some degree--the organizers of the Games like shaking it up and making a love story happen in the arena--but Katniss plays it all as a game and that's probably one of the most interesting things about her. She actually had layers, and wasn't perfect all the time--the fact that she broke down and cried after losing her temper during her evaluation was particularly telling of the stress that's gotten under her skin--and she's not always self-aware about how she's coming across, like when she denied that she was perceived as ""sullen and hostile"" while figuring out how to present herself in the interviews. I love that she has so much fire and great points--that she resists giving the Capitol what they want in terms of answers at the interviews because she perceives that they're taking her future already, so what right do they have to suck on her past?<br/><br/>Katniss's emotional roller coaster is well told . . . she's angry about being put in this terrible position and indignant about being expected to go along with the dog and pony show before the Games, but beyond that she has connections and feelings about everyone she comes into contact with--sizing them up, pulling them in, pushing them away. I especially liked how she dealt with the voiceless servant in her room. I was actually more intrigued during the lead-up to the Games than I was during the Games themselves, but I liked how Katniss used what she knew to survive, didn't do absolutely everything right, sometimes got hurt, sometimes had weaknesses, and sometimes had to be saved (but usually by luck or correctly deducing how to manipulate her rescuer, not in the usual ""boy saves damsel in distress"" way). Her feelings for Peeta were really well handled too; a lot of what she did was for show, because of the situation she was in, but she was not one-dimensional and some of her feelings were conflicting. Even if you're not romantically attracted to someone, it's good to have another person on your side in a scary and desperate situation, and nearly anyone would develop strong feelings of at least protectiveness and appreciation. I loved that the story explored types of caring, intimacy, and love that do not have to be romantic. I don't think she was completely surprised that Peeta's feelings were different from her own, though she did seem sort of a little confused and disappointed to know that he wasn't faking anything he did for the cameras.<br/><br/>I'd say it annoyed me how there were so many indirect deaths--because that happens a lot in violent books when the main character is to be kept pristine, so the enemies die by accident, by each other's hand, or by natural causes--but this thing overall annoyed me less because Katniss did kill one person completely fairly and another person straightforwardly when the opponent couldn't fight back, so she didn't come through the Games with no blood on her hands. But for a plot so vicious and bloody, there really were a lot of indirect deaths--Katniss was directly involved with someone dying from insect bites, dying from poison, etc. I won't go into detail (so I can avoid spoilers), but I thought the ending was a great mini-rebellion. I actually saw the twist coming (and hoped it wasn't going to happen, even though it seemed inevitable), but I liked how they twisted the twist, which sets the scene for . . . future books. (You can tell more were planned by certain little aspects of how particular characters acted.) And I really appreciated that they did NOT just cut off at the end with a victory; they actually showed some aftermath and some reacting and some of the reward that the tributes had fought so hard for--and some of the consequences.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3ILN7CBCNJZXX?ASIN=0439023521	Hungering For More	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I quite enjoyed this book. I wasn't entirely sure what I was getting myself into, as I hate ruining things for myself by listening to other peoples critiques of things, but I'm really glad I gave this book a chance.<br/><br/>You should be aware that this is a review based on my having not seen the movie yet, just reading the book itself.<br/><br/>I was originally told the book was a mix of a dystopian world with ""Battle Royale"" mixed in. I've seen Battle Royale (have not read the book), and I have to say this book is a lot more like BR than I anticipated. BR is the epitome of a dystopian world, and Hunger Games follows directly in its tracks. I was rather surprised to find out that Suzanne Collins had neither read, watched nor even heard of BR when she wrote The Hunger Games. I'm not entirely sure if I believe that, seeing the extreme similarity between the two.<br/><br/>Onto the book itself! The further into the book I got, the more I felt the need to read the book. It's honestly like an addiction - the author gives you a little taste of the world for free in the first couple of chapters and once you're hooked, you're up at 3am trying to find out what happens next. Not that that...you know...happened. Or anything.<br/><br/>I loved the little tidbits of introduction to the world of Panem - the history of the world they now live in and how they got to the way they are now. I was grasping for more information on this history, but the author certainly knows what she's doing...slow release - keeps us coming back for more!<br/><br/>The character development is pretty damned good. The sense of adventure, dire need to survive...I don't know that I would actually change anything about the book.<br/><br/>Read it, jump on the bandwagon - it's really just ""one of those books"".</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUOXFMS9VG45W?ASIN=0439023521	"So I was pretty surprised later to hear that this is a ""teen"" ..."	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read the The Hunger Games almost accidentally - it happened to be at the top of the list of Kindle books I could borrow while trying out Amazon Prime, and I remember seeing an entertainment news personality excitedly discussing the upcoming movie, so I figured why not. And one bleary-eyed all-nighter later, I'd finished it. The action is compelling, the vision of this dystopian future is fascinating, and the concept of the Hunger Games - kids fighting to the death in a combination of gladiatorial and MacGyver combat - is original and twisted. So I was pretty surprised later to hear that this is a ""teen"" novel (but I'm glad to see some teens are reading this instead of Twilight - after two pages of that I thought my brain would explode, just like when two teenage girls sat near me at the local pizza parlor and talked about boys and texting for half an hour. Substitute vampires for texting). I suppose I should have been tipped off by the oh-no-two-boys-love-me-what-shall-I-do handwringing, which was getting on getting on my nerves, but I do like the Katniss's attitude of I-don't-have-time-for-this-I'm-on-a-mission. Literally, she's trying to be the breadwinner. Now that's a modern (or really, postmodern) woman. And I'll admit it, I was getting into the romantic aspects, to the point where I was wondering about the chasteness of the whole book (another tip that it's targeted to the teen demographic). But I'm not embarrassed to be a fan of this story. I'm really not. Especially after I just read in the sporting news that LeBron James has been reading Mockingjay (the third in this trilogy) in the locker room before each game of the Heat-Celtics series, including his 45-point high-percentage Game Six. I wonder when he was raining down all those shots if he felt like Katniss letting fly an arrow.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1K45U8BNT6YKK?ASIN=0439023521	Hype has hugely inflated this novel's popularity	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A lot of hype surrounds Suzanne Collins’s The Hunger Games trilogy. The novels have been international best-sellers and have spawned a successful movie franchise. The premise for the trilogy certainly isn’t new, however, and it can be argued that it was a case of Collins’s manuscript being in the right place at the right time. In 1999 Japanese author Koushan Takami had his novel, Battle Royale, published, and it follows a similar theme – teens in a dystopian future battling it out to the death, their efforts televised.<br/><br/>In Collins’s vision, the region once known as the US has been reduced to 12 districts subservient to a decadent Capitol. Each year, each district has to send tributes – a boy and a girl – to compete in the annual Hunger Games, the ultimate in reality TV. The winner not only gets to live, but will have enough food to eat for the rest of their life, in addition to being a celebrity.<br/><br/>Indeed, there is little that is more chilling than the individual’s objectification and loss of sovereignty. The novel’s apt nod towards ancient Rome is a not-so-subtle dig at the socioeconomic disparities of those times.<br/><br/>Our protagonist, Katniss Everdeen, steps into the arena when she volunteers to take her younger sister’s place as tribute. Her hunting skills also makes her an ideal contender. She is well aware that the stakes are high, but her emotions become conflicted when she gets to know the other candidate from her district – Peeta.<br/><br/>Herein lies the rub – and the almost ubiquitous young adult love triangle. Katniss is in denial about her feelings towards her best friend back in the district, but Peeta has apparently held a torch for Katniss for ages. She just never knew about it until now. While they play out a supposedly sham romance for the benefit of their viewers, Katniss questions her own loyalties. At some point she might have to kill Peeta.<br/><br/>Some might find the casual violence in the novel shocking, but it pales in comparison to the gladiators in the popular television series Spartacus, where main characters kill their opponents without compunction.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games presents an ideal vehicle in which to examine how being in the arena would affect young Katniss. Her kills are mostly by accident rather than design. Katniss faces challenge after challenge, yet one does not step away with the sense that she has grown much as a character. Indeed, in that respect, the ending goes off like the proverbial damp squib.<br/><br/>While The Hunger Games is an adequate dystopian read, by the same measure I feel the hype surrounding it has hugely inflated its popularity. Don’t expect literary fireworks.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R214ZXB7PKG0GC?ASIN=0439023521	Speechless!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't know how to start reviewing this book at all!  I have been putting off reading this book since - well, forever and I regret it!  It was a few years ago when I started reading this book but did not finish it and last Christmas, I actually bought a hardbound set of the Trilogy.  It wasn't until last week (YES LAST WEEK!) that I decided to try it in audiobook format.  I wasn't disappointed.<br/><br/>Although I had seen the movie before, it hadn't ruined my reading Hunger Games.  The book feels more raw than the movie ever did (movie review soon).  I love Suzanne Collins' writing.  The first person narration was not annoying to read and I love reading Katniss' thoughts.<br/><br/>Katniss Everdeen is a very unique heroine.  I absolutely love her.  And since I have read all three books, I love her all the more.  Her multidimensional character is very unique, especially in the saturated YA genre with female heroines.  In fact, I have never read about any YA heroine that can match her.  I struggled with her and rooted for her throughout the Games.<br/><br/>Collins' world building is exceptional.  She describes everything with great detail where I can imagine what everything looks like despite of seeing the movie first.  All her characters are multidimensional, unique in their own way and very very different.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is a masterpiece.  5 FREAKING hearts!<br/><br/>I also want to add that I do not like the cover.  In fact, when I saw this at the bookstore, it did not make me want to pick it up!  Maybe the book cover influenced my decision for not finishing it?<br/><br/>THE AUDIOBOOK<br/><br/>Narrated by Carolyn McCormick, I had a problem with the audiobook.  For the first few chapters, I felt her narration was a little bit stiff and monotone which felt a little bit like she was reading to a child.  Well, granting that this is a YA book, but still!  The voices that she used for Prim and Effie where very annoying.  I was able to tune out on the voices that she used after that and I was very glad that her narration did not turn me off from finishing the book!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3H6NFU27F49A6?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games Review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was surprised that a book about the gladiatory style of murdering adolescents wasn't that violent of a story at all. Which was good. I don't want to read about how Tiny Tim got his throat slit with heavy detail. The Hunger Games is a cleverly written novel that the movie has captured perfectly. Suzanne Collins takes an interesting approach about the government ruling over its people in a new and sinister way.<br/>After a massive uprising against the government, the rebellion was crushed miserably. As penance for the revolution, the government has created the Hunger Games, which is a fight to the death of chosen children from the remaining Districts.<br/>2 children are taken from each District and thrown into the games every year. This is to remind the people of the world ""Don't @#$% with the government"".<br/>The story follows the point of view of Katniss Everdeen, a girl who volunteers to be put into the Hunger Games after her younger sister is picked. She puts on a brave face throughout her times before the game, but the first person view lets you know what exactly is going through her mind. The movie cannot portray those feelings.<br/>The only problem I had with the book, but still makes sense as I write this in the grant scheme of the story, is that one child survives at the end of the Games. I thought it would make sense to have the ""pair"" of chosen children get to survive the games. But that could just be the makers of the Games creating an even more sinister games.<br/>Imagine killing your neighbor, or your neighbors child? Makes the Games take on a worse look to them.<br/>This was a great novel which sets a solid tone for the rest of the series. Hope you check it out as well. 4/5<br/>Joe Reyes<br/>Check out my blog for more reviews http://wellthatsdifferent.wordpress.com/</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KROKQR5G51XR?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games Review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was very curious to read this book, since I finally watched the entirety of the movie. I'm well aware that when book are turned into movies, the movie always loses something in the transaction. While the movie wasn't a huge deal for me, I was interested to see how far the movie strayed from the book and what the book had to offer that the movie lacked. As it turns out, I think the book is better than the movie, although the movie does do a pretty good job of portraying the main story.<br/><br/>Probably what I loved most about the book was Katniss' point of view and thinking process. Since it was exclusively from her point, the reader could only know facts which Katniss herself knew. While it at times it was possible to understand other characters' ulterior motives and plans, it was interesting to see how Katniss put the pieces together herself. I liked the reality that while the ""romance"" between her and Peeta is what ultimately saves both of them, she had a hard time separating what was her own true feelings and setting them aside from the act. Her confusion over her own thoughts and feelings were easy to relate to and made her a stronger character in the long run.<br/><br/>I know there are some pretty strong viewpoints on this book--some people things its over the top great, while others are crazy against it due to the violence. I think Collins did a good job of using the scenario in order to portray her real point--we, as humans, are quickly becoming desensitized the the violence in the world, and to some degree and turning to a point where it's used for enjoyment (ex., violence based movies). The point of the book was to bring awareness to this fact through an extremely exaggerated scenario--and I think it worked. I would recommend this book to an audience who will understand the agenda of the book and keep it in mind. I bought this book, and therefore was not asked nor required to write a review. These opinions are my own; I was not required to write a positive review, nor was I compensated for this review.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8A5R4HN3ACZE?ASIN=0439023521	Totally inspired me in writing my 'In Ark: A Promise of Survival'	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was really wary of this book because it sounded a lot like the story of Battle Royale, and I didn't want to read another story like that. I was also wary of a reality TV show type of game, and the bloody, deadliness of it. When I finally read this book I was so hooked into it that I quickly got through all three of the books. This is the best collection of books I have read in years and my absolute favorite books of all time. I fell in love with these elements:<br/><br/>-Katniss Everdeen just sprung off the pages for me, what amazing character development and what a sweet and very honest and real depiction of a teenage girl's nature. I love that she grows up with us through the series, and she is incredible in how she handles her war torn situation. When I was creating my main character Mya Brand, for my book 'In Ark: A Promise of Survival', I looked to Collins creation of Katniss Everdeen to understand how to build out a character. My Mya and Katniss are very different, but I hope my storytelling is similarly engaging to what Collins has achieved.<br/><br/>-It is incredible what this series of books does for the topic of war. Suzanne Collins skillfully portrays the horror of war, but in a way that also gives you insight to how and why it can come about, and just how complicated it all is. What Collins did for war is what I have tried to do in my first book 'In Ark: A Promise of Survival' for climate change.<br/><br/>-The pace and the unbelieveable ""page turner"" and ""can't put it down"" factors of this book just blew me away. Chapter after chapter left me wanting more of this story. I really tried to keep a similar pace in my 'In Ark: A Promise of Survival' and so far the feedback I'm getting is that I achieved this!<br/><br/>-I love, love, love the futuristic dystopian world Collins has created and especially the fashions and styles. This layer of visual presentation really gives the book a rich dimension where you can picture what the people of this future world look like. And I love that Katniss gets a stylist -- I want a stylist!!!<br/><br/>I know it is weird to try to tell you about my own book here. But 'The Hunger Games' was so important to me and, in part, compelled me to sit down for many hours at my computer, over two years, and try so hard to write a book for the first time. I plan a trilogy of my 'Mya and Ark' series that I dream will be as engaging and entertaining -- and enlightening as 'The Hunger Games.'</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ALZV5490STD6?ASIN=0439023521	Book review because i can	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">In Panam which use to be North America, there are 12 districts that all surround a single capital. Years ago there was an outbreak, a rebellion if you will, and the capital struck back hard by completely destroying and leveling district 13. Ever since then they made the other 12 districts hand over one boy and one girl as tributes for this thing called the Hunger Games, which is pretty much a battle royal to the death with kids ages 12-18. The point is to intimidate the districts that they are inferior to the capital and that they can do what they want. Katniss Everdeen who is the main character in this book was pushed to willingly volunteer to save her 12 year old sisters life from being thrown away in the hunger games. She later partners up with a girl from district 11 as well as begins to develope feelings for her fellow contender from her district even though she fully knows that only one can live. She does her best to stay out of combat to leave each other to kill themselves off. Along with several twists the Capital throws at them for the viewing pleasure of all of panam to watch. After reading this book i was disappointed. Disappointed that the book was over, this book had me on the edge of my seat at times, laughing and even close to making me cry. This is a really enjoyable book that you can easily get into and connect with the characters and feel for them. Don’t be surprised if you find yourself rooting for a character in the book to win. The auther used teenages as all the main characters which i believe makes it easier to get wrapped up into it and to connect.  The book was amazing and easily 20 times better than the movie and more detailed and you can almost imagine yourself spectating the games. I would suggest this book to any teen or young adult, it definitely gives you a different look on how life could be.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1L8PE43I9BFX9?ASIN=0439023521	Could have been better	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read The Hunger Games on the recommendation of a friend, and while I enjoyed reading it, I wouldn’t necessarily rank it among my all-time favorites. The story definitely sucks the reader in, and I enjoyed reading about the futuristic world Collins created, but some parts were so skimmed over that it made me wonder if Collins had really fleshed them out, even in her own mind. For example, the history of Panem and the Dark Days that led to the inception of the Hunger Games. How did one city manage to overpower the rest of the nation? What was the crime of the red-headed girl who had her tongue cut out as punishment? Fleshing out some of these details would have made the world of Panem more real to me. And I couldn’t help envisioning the Capitol as the Emerald City of Oz, due to Collins’ descriptions of people with vibrantly colored hair, crazy outfits, and skin dyed pea green.<br/><br/>** spoiler alert **<br/><br/>Other details about the Games themselves bothered me –- like the sponsored gifts delivered via silver parachutes. Wouldn’t items falling from the sky tip off other contestants as to the whereabouts of their opponents? Why doesn't Katniss ever see any of the omnipresent cameras? How do the cameras penetrate the barrier of the cozy little cave she builds for her and Peeta?<br/><br/>Probably the biggest problem with the book is that Collins allows our heroes to emerge victorious from the games without really coming face to face with any real moral dilemma. Most of the other tributes' deaths are taken care of for them. When she does finally kill Cato, it's more to put him out of his misery at the hands of the mutated wolves. She doesn't have to kill Thresh, who spared her. Nor do we ever hear how Cato overpowered Thresh, which surely would have been featured in the three-hour highlight presentation.<br/><br/>Collins also spends a lot of time on potential plot points that never go anywhere. A lot of time is spent on Madge's gold pin -- so much that I expected it to turn into some sort of weapon or otherwise assist Katniss. But no. There's also a lot of mystery about the drop-off on the other side of the cornucopia, but it only turns out to be a field of tall grass where Thresh is hiding. It seems like there was a lot of wasted opportunity to throw some really interesting twists into the narrative. And given the high levels of praise heaped on The Hunger Games, I was really expecting some sort of amazing revelations towards the end, but none came. Everything moved along fairly predictably, and given the first-person narration of the book, it’s always a safe bet that our heroine will make it out alive. The only real question is if Peeta will survive as well. But moments of tension that the author tries to introduce towards the end are wrapped up rather quickly, leading to a somewhat abrupt ending.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12HTNE6620BI6?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games: The Book Versus The Movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is excellent for both genders and of any age. Get off your butt and go read it. You are probably saying, ""I already watched this movie in a theater or on Netflix."" Even if that is so, go buy this novel because the movie is not on par with the amazingness of the book. The Hunger Games is a fast-paced, easy read, so you won't have a lazy excuse to skip this great book. It is actually likely that you will find that this book finishes way too quickly and you will instantly reach for the next book in the series. In the book you will discover information that the movie fails to show. For example, there is a story of an Avox girl in the book that you will not see in the movie. This story is an important development in Katniss's (main character) mental conflicts. She is conflicted by the memory of the Avox girl and wishes to help the girl but can’t. She almost breaks down, but is able to pull together by the comforting of the Avox girl. Another scene not as developed in the movie is the time spent in the arena. In the book that time feels like weeks and seem more desperate for Katniss than shown in the movie. This is simply because a movie is not able to include every bit of information, otherwise the movie would last for hours (cough, cough… the Hobbit, the Desolation of Smaug). The book, in many ways, also has better version of events. For example, remember the scary dogs in the arena. In the book the dogs are not even dogs, they are mutant creatures that have a combination of body parts from fallen tributes. This frightens the heck out of Katniss because she sees the resemblance of a fallen tribute’s eyes in the mutant creature. This is much scarier than those silly dogs. Another detail that you will notice is the better description of other districts and their tributes. In the movie it was not said as much about the different districts, but the book will clarify them and their tributes. The more details of the characters enhances the story because you are going be more mesmerized and invested in the story. I rated this book four out of five because even though it was exciting, there were some  breaks in the suspension of disbelief. At times, I would question the society and reasoning behind events. For example, I am confused of why they use train when they have gigantic hovercrafts that is able to transport people great distances over a short amount of time. It would make sense if they just used the hovercraft. I guess that’s just me. I also don’t like the fact that the game makers are able to easily change the rules of the game. I seems as a easy way for the author to add suspension at the end the story. There are couple little things I question, like the aide being sent to Katniss. It those aides were parachuted, wouldn't the other tributes be able to track her by following the parachutes. Those are the little things that bug me, other than that the book is fun to read. When you finish reading this book, you will thank me because you will be better fulfilled with the Hunger Games experience. You won’t be able to wait to read the next book, Catching Fire.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3R7C3GV6EV6FP?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing Book! Must Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was awesome. I saw the movie before I read the book, and usually when I read the book after I see the movie, it is hard to imagine the characters being anything different than the movie. I tend to skip parts in the book because I know what will happen. The author Suzanne Collins has a great imagination and great attention to detail, and after reading this book I have a better understanding of the characters and the story. The book has quite a bit of violence, but the violence is pretty unrealistic. The Hunger Games is classified as a young adult book. I think this is true because of the love story between Katniss and Peeta, as well as Katniss’ coming of age, and the violence. The young adult classification might deter the older audience that might enjoy it as much as I did.<br/>  The Capitol is a highly advanced society comprised of ‘untouchables’. These ‘untouchables’ are not subjected to the annual Hunger Games. The sponsors are highly affluential and influential with regards to the games. They literally have the tributes lives in their hands. Each district has a purpose to serve the Capitol with goods and services. The people of The Capitol have a snobbish disregard for the welfare and humanity of the districts citizens. Which angers the citizens of the districts. I like how Collins has Katniss volunteer as tribute to protect her sister. Katniss knows she can survive whereas her sister cannot. I can relate to Katniss wanting to protect her family, and would do anything to accomplish that. I also understand Katniss being misunderstood by The Capitol. They see Katniss as being rebellious. When really she just wants to be left alone to take care of her family, and not to conform to societies ‘celebrity’ status, which she’s ironically obtained by taking care of her sister.<br/>  While the movies are great the book is better. I cannot wait to finish the other two books. The characters are well written and the plot will be interesting to see where it goes. Whether you are a young adult or an old adult you will enjoy this book as well as the whole series.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PU8JHB6SXXUY?ASIN=0439023521	May the Odds Be Ever In Your Favor	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What if you were one of twenty-four kids that got chosen to fight for you life, what would you do? The Hunger Games is a Science Fiction book by Suzanne Collins.<br/> This books is about the story of a Sixteen-year-old girl named Katniss Everdeen. Katniss takes her sister, Prim's place in annual televised event called, ""The Hunger Games."" Katniss goes into the, ""Hunger Games,"" with her fellow tribute Peeta. But, will Peeta and Katniss work together in the Games? The Hunger Games takes place during the Games. The Games are in an arena trying to look like a forest.  Katniss has a hard time without her family around her during the games. During the Games Katniss finds a tribute that reminds her of her younger sister Prim. Katniss and that tribute become close. Another conflict that Katniss had, was surviving. The Games are a very harsh televised event that goes on every year. During the Games Katniss fights for her life and always tries her hardest.<br/> I thought that this book was one of the best books I have ever read! I really thought that Suzanne did an excellent job writing this book. While reading this book I was never able to put it down. This book was definitely intense because of the killing that was going on in the Games. I thought that it was hard sometimes to see a character you love die. This book was definitely one of my all time favorites.<br/> I think that everyone should eventually read this The Hunger Games. I think that kids from the age ten up should at least try to read The Hunger Games.  I think that ten should be the youngest to read this book because there is violence in this book. If I read this before I was ten, I would definitely have nightmares. Overall, I think that this was an excellent book in every way.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14D30O5O2E5EO?ASIN=0439023521	Emotional, heartbreaking and inspiring	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">How would you feel if you were one of 24 teenagers chose to fight for your life in a battle where only one person wins? The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins is an emotional and inspiring Science Fiction Novel.<br/>16 year old Katniss Everdeen volunteers to represent her district in the Hunger Games so her sister Prim, who was randomly chosen doesn't have to. The Hunger Games is a televised competition in an arena which is programmed by computers to feel and look like a forest.  Each of the  twelve districts randomly select a male and a female tribute to fight each other to death in an arena where only one tribute wins. Katniss is determined to survive and make it back to her district to, her mother, her sister Prim and her best-friend and hunting partner Gale. As you could imagine, it's not an easy task. She's a human being, with feelings and realizes that killing a human is different than killing an animal, which she's done for most of her life. Her fellow tribute from her district (the male), Peeta Mellark is a sweet and loveable boy. But, Katniss seems to not be able to trust him or figure out how she feels about him.<br/>I really enjoyed reading  The Hunger Games. I think that Collins did a very good job giving Katniss a believable and unique voice. I also think the way the structure of the book works really well. Though, at times it was really hard to read-- I think that the hard topics the book deals with are necessary to convey what the Hunger Games were really about for young Katniss Everdeen.<br/>People in 6th grade and up should read this book for a story that will keep you turning pages like there's no tomorrow. I don't think anyone younger than 6th Grade should not read this book because it is very graphic and intense at times.  Also, people should read this because it teaches the reader to stand up for what they believe in and never back down. But, all readers of The Hunger Games should be warned to have a box of tissues on hand while reading.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20Y43GPZ16QYH?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for Some Hunger Games? - Sam MacGregor	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Action, suspense, drama, conspiracy, love, friendship, trust, and life or death are all major themes present in Suzanne Collins’s incredible novel, The Hunger Games. It is without a doubt the best book I have ever read and deserves a five out of five star rating from all its readers. The plot is fantastic, and the character development is phenomenal. Katniss Everdeen, the main character, lives in a post-apocalytpic society divided into twelve districts. Wealth is the greatest in the first district, and decreases as the district number gets higher. The capitol keeps the districts united by force. Katniss belongs to the poorest twelfth district. A former thirteenth district rebelled against the capitol and was destroyed. As a result, every year, the capitol holds the Hunger Games. In the games, a boy a girl between the ages of twelve and sixteen are chosen to compete in a battle to the death. The victor to be awarded with the highest honor and live in riches for the rest of their life. Katniss’s sister, Primrose, in her first year as part of the raffle, is chosen to compete for district twelve in the games. Then, Katniss cries, “I volunteer as tribute!” Moreover, Katniss ends up competing in the games for district twelve with Peeta Mellark, a classmate. The story gets juicy when they get to the capitol and arrive the games, so I’ll let you find that out yourself. What’s also great about the story are the fragments of underlying themes in the story. Obviously a battle to the death is action-packed, but the horror and suspense is unbearable. In the movie jaws, the shark does not need to be seen to be frightening. It’s more terrifying as an unknown beast. This book is scary in a very similar way. Also, there is plenty of love and drama between Katniss, Peeta, Primrose, as well as Cinna and Rue, who you’ll have to read about. Overall this story is a great read for all peoples over the age of about twelve. It is a clear five star novel by Suzanne Collins.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UZ33C81D0T9H?ASIN=0439023521	Great book...should definitely be read, even if you've seen the movie already.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">*contains spoilers*<br/><br/>I really loved this book.  However, since I'm sure a million trillion people have written reviews about it, I'm not going to bother with that.<br/><br/>However, there is one really unique thing about this book for me, and that is that I think it is the only book I have EVER read that I cannot decide whether or not I liked it better than the movie.  It's not that I liked the movie better than the book.  And it's not that I liked the book better than the movie.  It is that I HONESTLY can't decide which I liked better.  So, instead of an actual review, that is what I'm going to talk about here.  :-D<br/><br/>There were things in both the book and the movie that I really loved that weren't in the other.  For instance, the movie has all of the insight into what is going on in the minds of the gamemasters and President Snow and even Haymitch.  The viewer really gets a sense of how all those people think and operate and what the politics are like in Panem.  Since the book is written solely from Katniss' point of view, the reader misses out on a lot of that simply because Katniss can't be everywhere at once.  While she is in the arena, she has no idea that there is rioting going on in Rue's district or that President Snow is getting angrier and more impatient each time she doesn't die.  There was so much in the movie that wasn't in the books, and for once, I think Hollywood actually got something right by adding these things.  As a gigantic book nerd, I'm usually a stickler for keeping as close to the books as possible when a movie is made, but the additions made in the Hunger Games movie were actually really great and enjoyable.<br/><br/>However, there were also several, several, SEVERAL things in the book that a reader gets to experience that a movie-goer doesn't.  For instance, the movie barely even scratches the surface of the real motivation behind the budding relationship between Katniss and Peeta, and all of the inner turmoil and confusion Katniss feels about her feelings for Gale and Peeta.... that is COMPLETELY absent from the flick.  Furthermore, there is so much more detail about Katniss' life, family, and district that really enriches the novel.  I would have liked to have seen more of that in the movie.  Furthermore, I loved the recap of the games at the end that Peeta and Katniss are forced to watch near the end of the book.  The movie-goer assumes that Peeta had only ganged up with the Careers in order to both stay alive AND protect Katniss, but honestly, there is no proof ever given in the show.  However, in the book, Katniss and Peeta must watch the recap of the highlights of the games.  This point is when Katniss finds out FOR SURE that Peeta NEVER intended to hurt her.  She had suspected it before then, but seeing the way he behaved when he was not around her via the recap is the definitive proof that she -- and the reader (or viewer) -- has so far lacked.<br/><br/>So yes.  In conclusion, GREAT FREAKING BOOK... and a great movie as well.  Even after breaking them both down a bit, I still am not sure which one I like best.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UQW4VGM144L0?ASIN=0439023521	Truly an incredible story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Reviewed on FicCentral.com:<br/>Life isn’t easy in District 12, but sixteen-year-old Katniss Everdeen does what little she can to keep her mother and sister fed and safe, including poaching outside the district fence, and then adding her name to the Hunger Games lottery multiple times in exchange for food when her meager hunting spoils aren’t enough.  So when young Primrose Everdeen’s name is called out the very first time she’s in the drawing, Katniss does the only thing she can.  She volunteers, taking her sister’s place in a deadly arena with two tributes from each district.  Only one is allowed to return alive.<br/><br/>Leaving the only home she’s ever known with fellow tribute Peeta Mellark, Katniss travels to the glittering, colorful Capital, so different from her own dreary district.  While those in District 12 toil in the coal mines, want for even the most basic necessities like food, and shuffle along through days blanketed in gray and despair, the Capital shines, its citizen decked out in wild fashions, feasting on delicacies, and gleefully looking forward to a group of teenagers being forced to kill or be killed in an arena filled with unimaginable hazards — and cameras to broadcast the “fun.”<br/><br/>But she’s up against people who’ve trained their whole lives to win the Games, not to mention a few who are far too young to be subjected to this kind of violence.  And Peeta… they don’t really know each other, but he gave her food once when she had nothing, and he’s as much of a friend as anyone can be in a situation where you’re supposed to kill everyone else.  How is she supposed to survive physically, much less emotionally, when the only way she can walk out with her life is to kill even him?<br/><br/>But...<br/>There’s an incredible sense of despair throughout the book, which while purposely there, can really drag a reader down.  It’s not reason enough to avoid the story, but make sure you wait until you’re in the mood for angst and drama before picking this one up.  But really the only thing I didn’t like about the story was Katniss’s distance from any positive emotions.  She’s alternately angry and sad and depressed and resolved, but never is she truly happy.  Again, it is absolutely necessary due to the nature of the story (not to mention the dystopian world in which she lives), but it’s a tough emotional read when everything is fear and loss and fighting for survival.  Still, Katniss fights on in the face of almost certain death, so perhaps its that personal strength that I should be respecting instead.<br/><br/>The Verdict...<br/>Truly an incredible story.  Dystopian isn’t my usual fare, though I dip in every now and then, but I’ve never read anything like this. Veronica Roth has created a world so different from our own, yet where inherent human flaws are brightly paralleled in both the Games and the people.  The disparities in wealth, the shallowness of those living in the capital, the exploitation of the underprivileged, and the extreme lengths to which those in power will go to remain in control.  It’s altogether fascinating and frightening, with a little love triangle thrown in for good measure.  Because post apocalyptic or not, teenagers will always find someone to crush on.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1P4L1YTXBN81R?ASIN=0439023521	Well.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had heard good things about this book/series from many people - heck, it's even being made into a movie.  I figured it must be something spectacular, right?<br/><br/>I felt The Hunger Games was a good story overall, but there were a few small things which took away from it for me.<br/><br/>I felt that there were several instances of poor grammar being used.  I'm a bit confused as to if this is something the author just does not know the correct way to write, or if the author does this on purpose - as the book is written in first person, and the sporadic instances of such grammar could be explained away as a character quirk.  Either way, it did not make the story or book any less pleasant overall, but I did find myself stumbling over the words and having to re-read a sentence here and there to understand what the author was trying to say.  Thankfully this is not an overly common complaint I have with the book.<br/><br/>The author did a good job in sucking me into the characters far enough that while I wasn't going to yell or cry about them, I did feel a little for them, and wanted to know what was going to happen to them.  But, at the same time, it was obvious the book was written with a female touch: I (as a guy) felt myself shaking my head in disbelief at many of the thoughts the main character (a girl) had, and how she interpreted the other (male) characters actions and thoughts.  Once or twice I caught my self wanting to proclaim that she was an idiot for her perception - and the reader does not get any insider information about what else is going on, as the book is first person as I mentioned - so, if I was able to pick up on these things, why is the main character oblivious?  Well, we all see things differently, I know.  But these are just in-your-face things that she just doesn't ""get"".  It made me question her social and interpretive skills - again, explained away as 'character'.<br/><br/>On that note, I felt that perhaps the book would be a much more exciting read for a girl, as the author chooses to provide quite vague descriptions of the female characters, but goes into almost romance-novel depth of details with the male characters physiques.  It felt odd to me how disproportionate it was.  Females could be the intended audience, though - I have no idea of the author's intent.<br/><br/>I was excited to see how the book ended, but I did not feel encouraged to read the second book in the series.  There was nothing left to be told in the tale at the end, in my opinion.  I do think I will read the next book, because I do like to complete series, but I did not have the urge to go out and get it immediately after finishing The Hunger Games.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1EIJIIJ4DSO8K?ASIN=0439023521	PERFECT EXECUTION OF A BRILLIANT IDEA!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book is very well written and beautifully structured tale of survival in a world gone mad.  The former United States of America was hit with some kind of apocalypse and only those living in the Capitol have any kind of comfortable living.  Every year one member of each of the poorer sections of the country - nicknamed Districts - is selected to enter a tournament where all those selected fight for their own survial.  This is where we meet the stars of the show.  First and foremost is Katniss Everdeen, whose father was killed in a mining accident when she was a little  girl.  Since that point she has been the rock her family depends on as her mother is but a shadow of her former self since the loss of her husband.  She is from District 12 and is remarkably talented with a bow and arrow and of course she is not stupid, either.<br/><br/>Other members of the cast are introduced to the reader as you progress through the story.  Some are friends to Kat, some are not and some are not at all obvious.<br/><br/>The book itself is very hard to put down, and not just due to the cliffhangers that are used at the end of every chapter, which will make you keep reading until the battery in your kindle wears out.  The story is tense and terrific and the fight scenes are perfectly drawn in your mind.  Elements are there to define the tale as science fiction but it certainly could not be described as such.  The emotional attachment to Kat is strong due to the sacrifices she has made already in her young life.  Of course the reader is scared something dreadful will happen to our young hero so that is one more reason to turn each page with trepidation.<br/><br/>I give this book four stars.  It may be worth more but as it is book one of a trilogy one has to leave room for improvement.  But this is a modern day classic that should be read by everyone.  A truly fantastic and original idea that has been brilliantly executed.<br/><br/>BFN Greggorio!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PFN143WVQH1J?ASIN=0439023521	It's Great! Could have been amazing . . .	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The first sentence alone is enough to make me throw up and chuck the book out the window. Two problems, I read from a Kindle Paperweight (which I love), and the movie was actually pretty good. Obviously the Author did something right . . . so I pressed on.<br/><br/>Everyone knows that Hunger Games is a pretty neat story by now. Maybe you've seen the movies and now your ready to give it a read. I urge you not to read the book not because it is bad, but because the movies were better and it isn't worth killing your brain cells trying to figure out how the book was written. So - Since we already know that the story is great, hence the 4-Star review, let's talk about why the book could have been better.<br/><br/>It is all a matter of perspective. The use of First-Person, in the present perspective, has never been done correctly. No one has found a way to make it work. Veronica Roth, Suzanne Collins, Tim Lebbon - All of them have failed to make this perspective work. In my opinion, Present tense only works in short bits to call emphasis on fast running emotions, and character confusion. Using this for an entire novel drowns the reader in narrow minded, limited voice of the main character. The creativity put into the movie to show what was happening beyond Katniss' perspective will not be found in the book. Some of the scenes in the movie were better than how they played out in the book as well.<br/><br/>To make matters worse, Katniss as a character (in the book) is not the tough chick introduced to us in the movie. Katniss is whiny, narrow minded, ignorant, and too much of a 14 year-old as opposed to the 17 year-old she is supposed to be. She is written as immature, scared, and confused. This never changes throughout the entire novel. The movie shows character growth and progression; the book does not.<br/><br/>Now - the second reason why ""The Hunger Games"" falls short. SPOILER ALERT! If you don't like spoilers, stop reading. I'm assuming you've already seen the movie. The Author took the easy way out. In a book about an arena death match between kids; Katniss was never faced with the situation in which she had to kill someone she liked. Rue was the perfect candidate - but instead she was murdered as part of the game and it forced Katniss to defend herself.<br/><br/>At no point, not even the climatic end - did Katniss actually take a life without the act being done in self-defense. Instead, the area let loose a bunch of hounds and the beasts did the job for her. The way the movie ended was better - but still left Katniss out of a situation of becoming a murderer. This robs the reader of an incredibly powerful, and emotional event that's assumed to be included in the book's premise. The author, in my opinion, cheated the reader from the cruel reality of her book. Because of this, ""The Hunger Games"" *almost* glamorizes the idea of this type of death match. Just take a look at the Hunger Games themed camps and events cropping up throughout the nation.<br/><br/>In short - The story is good. The writing is bad. The Author is afraid of her own premise. But, somehow . . . through it all - She wrote a book worth turning into a movie. Take my advice, watch the movie and leave it at that. Reading this trilogy will leave you feeling upset, disappointed, and utterly confused as to how the movies could be created on such a loosely, and poorly written book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VKTW64R5174H?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved The Hunger Games because it is so cleverly written. So what if it's written in the past tense! It is written from her perspective anyway! To those who say The Hunger Games was depressing, either read it again and keep in mind that in Catching Fire and Mockingjay things change (you have no idea what your are missing out on), or read it when you get older.<br/><br/>Katniss Everdeen, a 16 year old girl from the Seam( the poor parts of District 12 ) is chosen as one of the tributes for district 12 to compete in The 75th Hunger Games. Her sister, Primrose Everdeen, was originally chosen to go but Katniss volunteered to take Prim's place. She goes with Peeta Mellark to The Games. The big problem is he has had a crush on her ever since he laid eyes on her.<br/><br/>That is a problem because the Hunger Games works like this: 24 tributes are sent to the Capitol ( the main city of Panem, which was once know as North America ) to train and gain.<br/><br/> They will need training because the tributes will fight for survival until one victor remains. The reason there even is a Hunger Games is because their was an uprising in the districts ( there was 13 districts but now only 12 remain due to the fact that district 13 was burned down and the other districts are now under control of the Capitol ). After the uprising was contained, the Capitol decided to make the districts pay for what they had done. So every year a girl and a boy tribute from each district will be chosen to go to the Hunger Games. The tributes must be between ages 12 and 18 to go.<br/><br/> The tributes will have to gain by making an appearance and be liked by their mentors so they can get sponsors. Sponsors mean medicine,food, water and many other supplies to help keep the liked tribute alive. If you are not liked then the odds are not in your favor. ;)<br/><br/>I would recommend this book for people who enjoy action and are older than 10. It is an awesome book! A definite must read!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RH3TELP781P83?ASIN=0439023521	Good Book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games takes place in the nation of Panem, which is in the ruins of North America.  Each year, Panem sends two tributes from twelve districts to fight to the death in an arena.  Only one tribute can survive, and they get fame and riches when they return to their district.<br/>The districts are scattered across the nation surrounding the Capitol.  The author makes District 12 seem dark and neglected, but when Katniss, the main character, becomes a tribute from there and goes to the Capitol, her eyes are opened to a new, brighter world.  All of the tributes are hauled away to fight to the death for the entertainment of the Capitol.  Katniss, who is also the protagonist, knows that the Hunger Games are wrong.  Peeta, the male tribute from District 12, understands that the Hunger Games are wrong, but is more focused on staying alive and not letting the Hunger Games change him.  He even states, “I don’t want them to change me in there.  Turn me into some kind of monster that I’m not”. He thinks that people should stay true to themselves even if the majority is telling them different.<br/>The story starts with Katniss telling of one of her hunting stories with Gale, who is one of Katniss’s friends.  It is the day of the reaping which is when the capitol picks the tributes.  Katniss volunteers after her sister is called and takes her place as a tribute.  Shortly after, Peeta is picked and peacefully takes his place as the second tribute for District 12.  After being swept off to the Capitol and into the arena, Katniss knows she must try to stay alive.  Katniss knows that she is not a killer, but the Hunger Games start to change her as she realizes that she must to survive.  She realizes that if she doesn’t win, someone will kill her because there can only be one winner of the Hunger Games.  The story drags on as Katniss is just focusing on running away from the other tributes and trying not to starve.  She encounters other tributes as she sees them or hears them from a tree, and sees alliances that have formed for the games.<br/>One thing that was hard to understand was why everyone in the Capitol is nice to the new tributes, if they are about to watch them die.  The people of the capitol almost seem happy to see the new tributes, so it makes me wonder why they still want to see them die.  Another thing that I wondered about is how the Gamemakers, who are the people who control the Hunger Games, can have cameras everywhere in the arena.  In one part of the book, Katniss is in a cave and there is a camera in there with her.  This would mean that there would have to have been cameras there when they started the games so, they could have known that she would have been in there, or there are cameras every couple feet in the arena.  I think that the author could have been more clear about that.<br/> People should stay true to themselves even if the majority is telling them different.  I think that’s the message that Suzanne Collins is trying to get through to the reader in The Hunger Games.  I think that The Hunger Games was well written and had a great concept.  There were a lot of details and I would definitely recommend it to someone.  There are also two other books in the series that come after The Hunger Games.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14PN3DXTU9S8G?ASIN=0439023521	Writers--take note	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The best books stay with you a while.  I would like to write this review both as a heads up to Christians and to writers. It took me a while to climb aboard the Hunger Games phenom. I was not sure, as a Christian, if these were books I should even read, given the theme. It took a lot of listening and learning before I felt I should give them a chance.  I admit I watched the movie first, only recently. I was so impressed with how the subject matter was handled that I knew I would have to read the series. I think a lot of the discussion among the Christian community, is that since they are books for young adults, should you allow your teen to read the books or watch the movies? Since I have only elementary children in my household, I would have a hard time judging that, though I think i would probably make mine wait until late high school/college age (which is what I would consider young adulthood anyway, but often this segment does mix in with the teen demo as well). There is little or no language in the books, and no sexual references, though (SPOILER ALERT) in the second book, there is a lot of them sleeping in the same bed together, to ward off nightmares. However, the violence is pretty intense in all three. As to writers, I think every writer should read these books. To me, they are a perfect template on how to create plot, characters, and inner and outer conflict. Let me also say, that this is not a genre I normally gravitate to. It seems to me that the dystopian society storyline has been done to death, but Collins gives such a fresh spin that it feels brand new.  It was obvious to me that this author planned very carefully, not on just the character arc in this novel, but the overall arc in the next two.  The universal themes are what I believe will make these books timeless, and future classics. This is the reason they have been so successful, because you root for the characters despite overwhelming odds, because the characters can't stay the same after horrifying circumstances and so you learn and grow and ache with and for them. Isn't that the whole reason we read anyway? They are fast-paced, and I could not put them down. Though I thought the movie was very well done, and followed the plot closely, the books are better. I understood a lot more after reading this one, things that were not as clear to me in the movie, though I think the film makers probably guessed that many of its moviegoers had read the books. Yes, the theme is disturbing, but it has to be to make a point, and yet the author never deliberately makes one. She allows the character's turmoil (inner and outer) to make it. And that is writing at its best.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KG2C0EP31QR3?ASIN=0439023521	Great read for all ages!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins is a great read not only for teenagers but also for adults. On the surface, the book tells the story of Katniss Everdeen, a nature enthusiast teenager residing in the poverty stricken twelfth district of Panem. Each year in Panem, the repressive government located in the Capitol organizes the Hunger Games in order to remind all of the districts of the uprising caused by the former thirteenth district. In celebration of the Hunger Games, the Capitol randomly selects one male and one female tribute from each of the twelve districts to fight it out to the death, with the winner being treated to riches and fame. At the Reaping, Prim, Katniss' younger sister, is chosen to serve as tribute. Without hesitation, Katniss instinctively volunteers as tribute and sacrifices her life for Prim's. Collins follows Katniss' journey to the Capitol in her mission to survive the Hunger Games.<br/><br/>Collins' plot twists throughout the story keep the book interesting and the reader on edge. Additionally, she uses the perfect combination of realism and fantasy to keep the story exciting but relatable. As thrilling as the story is, the content may not be suitable for children of all ages. There are some scenes with vivid description of violence. While this adds to the effect the story has on the reader, it may be upsetting for younger children.<br/><br/>Young adults aren't the only ones who can enjoy reading this book. Collins cleverly laces deeper meanings within each action that makes it an interesting read for adults as well. With each action packed scene of tributes slaughtering each other or actions of self-sacrifice comes an overarching message of altruism, repressive government, socioeconomic inequality, self-survival, and feminism. Collins does a brilliant job crafting each scene to invoke reflection and analysis, making it an enjoyable read for all.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2F4MPETETDXFW?ASIN=0439023521	A gripping, grim, and excellent read (but I don't recommend it for bedtime reading)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A gripping, grim, and excellent read. It's a terrible bedtime book - it was so suspenseful I had trouble putting it down and turning out the light, then once I had the tension kept me awake.<br/><br/>Although not entirely unpredictable - I foresaw some version of the climactic scene at the end of the Hunger Games way in advance - the plot certainly took turns I did not expect.<br/><br/>I put off reading this book for quite awhile despite recommendations from colleagues because of the subject matter, but the book is written in such a way that the Games were more palatable than I expected.<br/><br/>I would have liked a little more meat to the main male character Peeta - perhaps that will come in the next book - but the main female character Katniss is admirable and interesting. I will be starting the second book as soon as I can get my hands on it!<br/><br/>***<br/>ADDED AFTER I FINISHED THE TRILOGY:<br/><br/>As a librarian, I like to read books that readers are talking about. As the leader of the library’s Movie of the Book club, I also keep an eye on books being made into movies. The Hunger Games series by Suzanne Collins falls into both of these categories – a movie based on the first book is scheduled to be released in 2012 – and I finally made it a priority to read it.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games has a horrific premise. A future version of the United States, Panem, damaged by war and climate change, hosts a yearly event called the Hunger Games. To punish its twelve Districts for rising up against the Capitol (and losing) decades earlier, two young adults from each District are chosen by lottery every year and sent to the Capitol to fight to the death in an arena while the whole country watches on television. One victor emerges.<br/><br/>Because of the depressing plot, I dragged my feet on reading the series. However, once I started I found it hard to stop. The three books in the trilogy are difficult to take. They are grim, violent, and disturbing. However, they are also exciting, full of unexpected plot twists, and told by a flawed and compelling narrator.<br/><br/>The first book in the series is The Hunger Games. It is the strongest book in the series. It grips your imagination and won’t let go. It begins with an introduction to Katniss Everdeen, a sixteen-year-old who lives in District 12 with her mother, her little sister, and her sister’s pet Buttercup, “the world’s ugliest cat.” Katniss’s life is a hard one: never having enough to eat, hunting illegally to get food, scrambling to survive. Still, she has family and good friends.<br/><br/>But it’s reaping day, the day two youths in each District are chosen as “tributes” and sent to the Capitol to entertain its citizens by fighting to the death in punishment for rebellion. When her sister’s name is chosen, Katniss volunteers to take her place. Then the boy for District 12 is chosen. He is Peeta Mellark, a boy in her class at school, a boy she is not friends with but owes a debt to all the same. And from that point on, their fates are intertwined as they head to the Capitol and the Hunger Games.<br/><br/>The similarity to our own reality television shows is obvious and no doubt intentional. The 24 contestants are polished and prepped, then presented to the viewers to choose favorites. While the cameras roll there are breathless interviews, the revealing of secrets, and prurient interest in the lives of the contestants. And then the Games begin.<br/><br/>Most of the first book takes place during the Games. The author makes you feel the narrator’s desperate desire to live. She also makes you feel the moral dilemma Katniss faces in knowing that to survive, every other contestant, including her fellow tribute from District 12, must die. The book made my heart race and gave me nightmares, but it also made me desperate to know what happened next. Although it concludes in a satisfactory manner, it is clearly a Book One that urges you to continue on to Book Two, Catching Fire.<br/><br/>As so often happens with a series, Catching Fire is not as good as the first book in the series. The novelty of the plot has worn off, but the pain and horror of the situation in Panem for the citizens of the Districts has not.  That’s not to say it’s not a good book. It is, and it continued to take plot turns I did not expect. There was no doubt I felt compelled at the end to forge on to Mockingjay, the final book in the series. Katniss continues to grow and change, as do the people and the situations around her, leading to a difficult but acceptable series conclusion that left me thinking about conditions in our own world. The themes of this series will stick with me for a long time.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R370U7Y9L1HVQM?ASIN=0439023521	Must Read Book for a Decade	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the best book I read this year. Two thumbs up! Highly recommended. Why? Combine ""Battle Royale"" with teen dramas on the WB (with a little ""The Running Man"" thrown in) and watch the awesome. I've never seen a novel with a stronger beginning - the environment and backstory is established immediately, there's tension from page one, and the story has started before the end of the chapter. You've got a doomsday clock going, high stakes, and not much thinking. And the whole story is totally relatable to high school - I'd almost call it allegorical.<br/><br/>The story's composed in three parts. The first part is where we see our main character, a teen called Katniss living life in the slummy District 13, where starvation and poverty is standard fare. Part two occurs after she's chosen to participate in the District Games, which is essentially Battle Royale minus the backpack &amp; collars and plus the rivalry, because whoever wins gets set for life (although evidence suggests you never live down the scars). This part is where my ""The Running Man"" reference comes from, because we see the pre-interviews, the training, and the media circus surrounding this young girl. It's where the high school allegory shines brightest.<br/><br/>First people judge you on your appearance. Then you're judged on your chance for survival and given a score, but not told the criteria on which they judge you (may this be like the elite clique giving you your place in the world?). Then you give an interview, but it's Hollywood hype - it's giving people a personality they want to see. Some play the psycho tough, others play the cunning fox. You see, the purpose of this media circus is to get people to like you.  If they like you, they might buy you something during the games - food or weapons or medicine. So you've got to get yourself a personality, an image, and suck up to those fans. And it tears Katniss up because it's the opposite of what she is, a hard-working, bitter hunter from the coal-mining district. Now she has to be a dizzy damsel in unrequited love with her district partner. You can never be yourself in this game.<br/><br/>But here the initial inertia fades as the anticipation of the battle seeps through every word. Flashbacks to her life in District 13 try to build her character and romantic tension between her friend and her District partner (who she may have to kill at some point). There's a great deal of her thinking on this, on the consequences of her actions, and what this means to her survival and future relationships. It's not really a problem, because you always want to see what happens next, but it feels like padding.<br/><br/>Then we get to part three - the battle. Here it gets really introspective, because Katniss is on her own, clinging to the trees and looking for food, as she tries to play both the battle game and the media game (the audience is watching her every move, and could decide whether she lives or dies). It unfolds realistically, which is sort of the trapping of this story. Katniss does a lot of wandering, a lot of thinking, a lot of worrying. That's what you'd expect, but it doesn't move the plot much. You find yourself hoping to get to the end of the chapter, where you know something interesting is going to happen. But something interesting always happens. And you watch her alliances and enemies and actions have dire consequences as the plot moves along, and all Katniss wants to do is get out alive, compromising her values and hurting people as she does it.<br/><br/>Then some mutant dogs made out of dead competitors attack them.<br/><br/>Ahem.<br/><br/>All in all, this is a definite must-read. I'm sure someday we'll recognize Suzanne Collins and Scott Westerfeld as the mother and father of modern YA science-fiction.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNZNT7XJ3FLUO?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Artist: What the Novel Says	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">While I enjoyed Suzanne Collins’ “The Hunger Games” (Book 1) immensely, it is not without flaws, some of them troubling. The writing is somewhat uneven, becoming overly sentimental at times, and Katniss sometimes is prone to judge too quickly and to act precipitately, without due reflection. She can, at times, be even petulant and childish. But these flaws do not affect the pace of the action, which is both logical, given the novel’s circumstances, and as implacable as the plot of Golding’s modern classic, “Lord of the Flies.”<br/><br/>“The Hunger Games” is fast-paced (for the most part) and will appeal to a wide audience and range of ages. Like many adults who read Young Adult (YA) Fiction, I find many of the YA classics to be quite as well-written (if not better) than more mainstream adult novels. The book cannot, however, be dismissed as simply an action novel, since it can be read on different levels of sophistication. On reflection, it seems to fit nicely into the category of dystopian novels that have become familiar recently, particularly with Cormac McCarthy’s “The Road,” Richard Mathieson’s “I am Legend,” their film reincarnations, and the interest they have renewed in science-fiction and dystopian fiction.<br/><br/>Is the book, which at first glance is a young adult novel, a typical example of dystopian fiction? If it is, what elements does it share with George Orwell’s “1984,” Pat Frank’s “Alas, Babylon,” or even Shirley Jackson’s classic short story, “The Lottery” (from which I suppose Collins got her subject)? Certainly the theme of fighters forced into mortal combat in an arena for the entertainment of the onlookers (who are superior in some way to the combatants) is as old as the Roman Gladiators and a staple of 1950s and 60s science fiction from “Star Trek” to “Doctor Who.” The associated theme that the viewers, however technically advance, are ultimately less civilized than the people who fight in the arena is also evident in the novel. (Some of the people in the Capitol even take noble Roman names: Cinna, Caesar, Venia, Flavius, Portia, and Octavia; and these names are obviously meant as an ironic comment on their lack of nobility. Of the people of the Capitol, only Cinna, her dress designer, is respected by Katniss.)<br/><br/>So, while its themes are not new, the novel does present in its relatively small scope of 384 pages a kaleidoscope of different subjects and themes. Overall, the theme of appearance vs. reality, a mainstay of 1960s literature and film, is handled skillfully, if at times a bit too obviously. What we perceive as objective reality we, like Katniss and Peeta, act upon; but are they (or we) always objective? Perception is subject to the prejudice and assumptions of the observer. Certainly the world of corporate Public Relations, popular entertainment, propaganda of all sorts, and their influence on the masses are justly criticized in the unfeeling people of the Capitol who, when compared with the people of the Divisions, appear hopelessly shallow, gullible, and easily manipulated.<br/><br/>Those in charge of Panem are fascists; they are the puppet-masters who hold all of the aces in the card game; they alone must answer only to themselves or to a few highly placed demagogues like President Snow, and rarely to the people of the Capitol. Those masses in the Divisions are less than human and apparently count for little other than forced labor; they are essentially automatons who perform certain manual chores that allow those privileged the leisure to follow other pursuits, and the Hunger Games themselves are a nasty form of perpetual punishment for an original but long passed disobedience.<br/><br/>Certainly the novel is open to many interpretations, and should therefore be an excellent book for classroom discussion. What, for example, does the novel say about the society of today? Is the world of the Hunger Games that different from ours? Is the author making a statement about our being centrally governed from a distant Capitol? Is she a Libertarian, wanting less big government and a movement toward states’ rights?<br/><br/>How much individual freedom do we really have? Are we in a democracy truly free? Is the author an apologist for the so-called “welfare state,” fearing that without that social net people might starve to death during an economic recession? Is the novel a comment on the draft of the 1960s? Considering such questions will enrich any discussion of the novel; and similar questions can also be presented on a more simplistic framework for younger readers.<br/><br/>The novel’s strengths are many, but it may strive to accomplish too much. Because the novel is the first part of a trilogy, its ending is somewhat unsatisfactory in that it concludes nothing and keeps us wondering, will Katniss ever find out who she really is? Will she become (as psychologist C. G. Jung termed it) “individuated” (psychologically mature)? But, since the book is the first in a series, its promise of more to come is welcome. Ultimately, Collins has created in Katniss a heroine with many foibles, who is often thick-headed and at times slow to realize the obvious. But, more importantly, she is a girl being transformed into a woman by the force of circumstances. She is forced to grow up in a world that is often savage and uncaring, where the victors are too often also the losers. We come to care about this girl and her world, and to believe in the justness and nobility of her quest; and that is the ultimate praise a reader can give any author.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37NB741IZEAZB?ASIN=0439023521	May The Odds...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">And may the odds be ever in your favor. When I first heard of the Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins, half of my family were already reading the last book, and I was more than once accosted to see if I was reading it yet. I began my journey through Panem shortly afterward. I was surprised that it was such an easy book to get into with a female protagonist which I was not entirely familiar with. I have read a few books like it, but it was a little different that what I would typically read. I was impressed with the character descriptions, and the action of the book. The book follows Katniss Everdeen, a young girl from district 12 in Panem, a post United States dictatorship. She volunteers to take her sisters place in a tournament to the death in which the 12 districts send a male and female to participate. It goes through her struggle for survival, and how she makes some unlikely allies who later become very important in her life. I did feel that there were times when it was a little slower than I thought a death tournament would be like. There are some graphic depictions of death in this book series, which I would not recommend for younger teens who may not be familiar with such things. The news is one thing, but having those images conjured up in ones head might be a little too much. I did appreciate the dynamic between Katniss and Peeta. I thought it was refreshing and contrasted well with the world in which they lived. It was heart wrenching to see Katniss intervene at the reaping on behalf of her sister. I would recommend this book for reading aloud with your family with older teens. For a young adult book, I did not feel that the vocabulary was very challenging, which I think should be a focus for this age group. Overall, I liked the series, and I re-read them with my family when we are in the mood for something familiar, but not overly challenging.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RU183UFY3VLX1?ASIN=0439023521	"""Survivor"" ain't got nothin' on The Hunger Games"	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Once upon a time in the not-too-near future, the United States lies in ruins, and in its place is Panem, with a glittering Capitol City at its center and 12 outlying districts supplying the City's needs. Life in the districts is hard, and nowhere is it harder than in District 12, where 16-year-old Katniss Everdeen lives with her widowed mother and little sister Prim.<br/><br/>All Katniss wants to do is provide for her family, and so she hunts illegally in the forest outside the district fence. She works tirelessly and lives in fear each day of being caught and punished. But, more than being caught poaching, she fears being chosen for the Hunger Games, a mandatory annual competition in which 24 teenagers, one boy and one girl from each district, are selected to fight to the death on national television.<br/><br/>Outwit, Outplay, Outlast, my Aunt Fanny: Survivor ain't got nothin' on the Hunger Games.<br/><br/>When 12-year-old Prim's name is pulled from the box, however, Katniss volunteers to go as tribute in her place. She and the other tribute, baker's son Peeta, travel to Capitol City to take their place in the arena, and face what is likely certain death for both of them. Their mentor, Haymitch, the only winner District 12 has ever produced, has other ideas. And an unlikely strategy that just might give them an edge.<br/><br/>But the rules state that there can be only one winner. Victory. Or death. Those are the only options. Because she's our heroine, we know going in that Katniss must come out the victor, but how she gets to the winner's circle is a harrowing, fretful journey indeed. And one entirely worth taking along with her.<br/><br/>I started The Hunger Games on a Friday evening and finished it the next day by mid-afternoon. I can hardly wait to start the next book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5U1LPGAWMN4S?ASIN=0439023521	Book Review - From Jazmin Jade Reviews	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book. Though some bits of it were not the most well done, I could not help but caught up in the story and the world.<br/><br/>Im a sucker for dystopian or post-apocalyptic worlds, and if they are done well, which it is here, its just knocks my socks off. The world of the differently struggling and functioning districts controlled by this all mighty Capitol was really interesting. There were some really good little details added to the story about them as well, like how they each had their own style of bread that represented each of them. I also liked the idea of mutated animals to serve a certain purpose.<br/><br/>You don't get to really meet many characters throughout the book very well, but I liked what I did get to know about each. Of course because the book is from her perspective, you got to know Katniss pretty well. At first she is pretty much described as someone who has it all together because she had to, because she had to grow up too quickly. But you also see cracks in the shell, which I thought was a nice change. While I believe that a girl in her situation could have it all together and be an adult in a younger body, but then I can also see how a girl in her situation could appear completely with it but have moments where the teenager comes through, specially if she has pretty much been handed a death sentence. For the most part she has it all, but then there are moments where she does teenage tantrums and breaks a punch of stuff. I do however that she was a bit too much of an ice queen the rest of the time though. I didn't really get the feeling that she cared about anything, however I think this had more to do with the writing style however than the character, she did and said a lot of the right stuff, but I just wasnt getting the feelings behind it all. I also thought that she thought too much sometimes. There were parts where I felt that too much information was given that really wasnt given.<br/><br/>Peeta I thought we got a really good look at the kind of person he was, and at the end when they are going home and Katniss is being really a typical confused teenager, I really got the feeling of how crushed he was that everything he thought was actually happening was just a ploy to get them through the games. And even though we did not get to spend a lot of time with Gale, I also felt I know who he is and what he wants. Really, the love triangle that I see coming is one that I dont know how I want it to end up. On one hand Peeta and Katniss share a moment from when she was little and they have had a life altering experience together. On the other we have Gale who has has grown up with and shared many a moment together, though not nearly as significant as being in the games together.<br/><br/>The other characters I felt I met them well enough, but I would have been happier if I had gotten to know a few of them better. I also would have liked to be given other perspectives at some points. Like for the Capitol, what the hell was going on there, what were they thinking? I kind of felt that I was in a black box and new nothing about the people who put me in there or what was on the other side. Im hoping for more information in the next two books.<br/><br/>So all in all I thought the theme, plot and the character were all well done, however the writing style was a bit flat and lacking depth at times.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21O16HVW40L1Y?ASIN=0439023521	A fantastic read! This review is an analytical review of the what I learnt while studying the novel	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">n analytical review of The Hunger Games?...I can not believe I am doing this. ""Why?"" you say. Well for starters I re-read The Hunger Games because it was a part of my class readings. I know how awesome is that? Greatest class in the world! But, you can analyze the crap out of this book. I'm pretty sure we kept finding out new things about The Hunger Games every single class. Every. Single. Class. So, if I end up missing something please forgive me. I actually wrote a three page paper on it. It was pretty awesome. Now, this review isn't going to be anything special...hell its probably going to be long enough that I'm not going to review it. Sorry, but it is what it is and I hope that you come to see the similarities and references that I saw.<br/><br/>In The Hunger Games Suzanne Collins creates a culture that emphasizes the diseased and negative aspects of our current culture by making references to not only our present, but our past. She depicts our obsession with fashion and popular culture through the capital, and our love for ""real"" fighting through The Hunger Games themselves. The Hunger Games allude to both our past and our present. It reflects out love of live fights but incorporates it with our past; mainly, the Hunger Games alludes to the original Olympics, the time of the Gladiators, and the time of Greek and Roman culture.<br/>Instead of grown men fighting for a way to pay their debts or attempting to remove the shackles of slavery we are introduces to a world were children fight to the death for glory or survival. But, its not them who owes a debt; it's the whole of Panem. Who do they owe the debt to? A dictator...the capital and specifically President Snow. And here is where more greek and roman mythology comes into the story. The children becomes sacrifices...but there is no mention of gods in this story. So the government/ President Snow becomes the god. The sacrifice of children (the innocent) are being made to him and the capital. President Snow isn't the only god that the children should be afraid of. The majority of the novel takes place in a world inside of a world. Specifically the arena. In there the children are led to believe that they have control over their fate (the strongest will survive), but they don't. They aren't in charge of their world. Their world is manipulated by the Game Makers through the use of fire balls, and the ability to give and take water; they have becomes the gods of their world.<br/>Then there is Katniss herself. She can be seen as the goddess Artemis. While relating to Artemis mainly through her hunting skills with a bow and arrow Katniss also finds herself more comfortable in the wilderness, at ease with the animals, a protector of young girls (all things Artemis is goddess of). Oh and did I mention Artemis is mainly depicted with a braid? Usually rolled up into a bun, but still...you can see the similarities right?<br/>Not enough?<br/>How about we get back to the sacrifice thing? Alright...during the time when Greek and Roman culture was at its peek a simply offence like stealing could land you the death penality; however, the least severe punishment was the loss of a limb. Can you see where I am going? Katniss and Peeta stole something from the gods/the Game Makers. They stole power. The beat them at their own game...so their punishment? A loss of limb. Now, of course, Katniss is the main character of our book and couldn't very well be punished like that...but Peeta? The truly innocent person of the two paid the price and lost his leg.<br/>And, what I think is the cherry on top, the beasts at the end of the games. They were creatures created by the gods/Game makers to do their bidding...but, their partially human. In Greek mythology(maybe Roman. I can't recall 100%) the gods were famous for manipulating humans. The story of the minotaur comes to mind. The minotaur is half-human half bull created when the gods cast a spell on a queen as revenge and made her fall in love with a bull. The creature was later placed in the labyrinth to kill anyhow who believed they could make it through safely.<br/>That's enough about Greek and Roman culture lets look at the capital, which is a reference to our culture state of culture.. The capital is filled with people wanting to be individuals, but ending up all being the same. They are greedy, frivolous, and materialistic. They wish for the best of the best, and from what we read, barely have to do anything to get it. They see others suffering and the deaths of others as entertainment. They like their mahogany, their different wigs daily, their brights colours, their silver handles, and the best food money can buy. But, the biggest connection I saw is how they WORSHIP the winners and the tributes. The tributes and, more specifically, the winners become celebrities. People begin to wear their hair like Katniss'. They wish to follow their every move and can't get enough of the star-crossed lovers of District 12. Collins reflects on our society's need to know about celebrities and almost become them or feel like they are apart of our lives.<br/>Now, lets look more specifically at Katniss. Katniss can be analyzed for quite sometime, but I'll shorten it up for you. Katniss is de-feminized in the book. This is done to help bridge the gap to other readers (of the male variety). She is also the `adult' in her family and has been for some time....this too bridges the gap to older audiences. Then there is the fact that she becomes emotionless and seen more as intellectual...to a fault. I'm not sure if this reflects on our society...it probably does. I mean more people care about their technology and becoming more powerful these days than they do about the innocent people who lose their jobs and have to go to a soup kitchen daily. Or how about even just the children of third world countries? Anyhow, Katniss is against the games and the worship of the winner, but when it comes down to it she manipulates anyone and anything to become a winner (don't get me wrong after she becomes friends with Rue she does start to become more emotional), but after the games she becomes the very thing she hates: she becomes a celebrity. She plays nice for the cameras to survive and to keep those she loves alive, even though her actions bring other innocence into harms way. She is, after all, the catalyst for what happens in the second novel. Katniss is so messed up shes doesn't believe in kindness. She believes in the greediness and selfishness of society to the point where she cannot recognize, nor determine, Peeta's kindness. She thinks everything he does is strategy. She even sees Gale as a friend, but as a great hunting party who aids in her hunting and she in his. They are mutually beneficial to each other.<br/>I'm not bashing on Katniss, because even though she is abrasive I still actually like her. See Katniss also represents the part of our society were kids have to grow up sooner than they should. Katniss barely ever had a childhood, she was always the adult, and the entire time she is doing what she thinks is best for herself and her more importantly...her family. In fact is should be noted and really observed that they a CHILDREN going into the games. Even though the hack each others heads off and set traps they are all children...even Cato recognizes that at the end. So why children? Well...if you are a parent or were or might be what would be your biggest fear? What would you do anything for? You kids, right? So if the government told you to do what they say...to comply or your kids will be sacrificed you would probably do it. They story wouldn't have the same ring to it if it were adults, the story plays on a parent's greatest fear...maybe even society's greatest fear in general: the sacrifice of innocence and our youth. Its something that happens every day. Kids have sex young, have babies, and even join gangs, instead of going to concerts, hanging with their friends, or, god forbid, doing their homework.<br/>Now, lets look at Panem as a whole. We are informed that Panem is the remains of North America. Panam is....the world in this book. But, do we ever hear about the actual rest of the world? Nope. Wanna know why? Because we North Americans generally believe that the world revolves around us. Some of us think that North America is the world. We have fortune 500 companies, the majority of billionaires, and the largest imports and exports. Sadly, we have a pretty big say in the politics of the world. Sorry if people disagree with me, and I'm not saying I'm right... I'm just saying the novel plays on that idea of our society.<br/>To be honest out of this entire novel the most unrealistic thing, to me, is Peeta. How does someone like him even get created in a world like this? He's parents are awful (specifically his mom, but I don't exactly see his dad doing anything for him either), he's not poor but not rich, his brothers obviously don't love him enough to sacrifice themselves for him, and the girl he loves never really knew his name, and is using him. Oh, and he looses a leg! The fact that he gets out of bed every day a nice guy seriously amazes me. Maybe his mother inadvertently humble him while beating him with burnt bread?<br/>And how about Haymitch...he's a drunk. That is the cure for PTSD apparently. Did you know that in the last decade the government, in both Canada and the U.S, wanted to cut back on the treatment offers for not only soldiers, but other suffering from mental disorders? Now, I'm not saying that the book references that the government doesn't care about it soldiers, but many people don't understand how to cope with things like that and simple turn to drinking. It also references substance abuse in general.<br/>Some other quick things:<br/>There are districts= the seperation of the masses to prevent uprising<br/>There is a clear definition of hierarchy, and the rich and the poor. Simply being born into a richer district gives you better odds<br/>Oh...and the whole ""May the Odds Be Ever in Your Favor""... obviously everyone gets thats a big joke, because the odds are actually against them.<br/>Genetic manipulation=<br/><br/>On a lighter note: this book rocks my world. There is adventure, romance, suspense, and a cliff-hanger of sorts. It blows my mind away how it can be read simply as an adventure, but can also be dissected down to its word usage.<br/><br/>There is so much more, but my brain currently hurts just thinking about it, and I can't exactly copy and past my essay here...my University would not like that. But for those of you that always said you don't like The Hunger Games you should re-read it with the idea of dissecting it and I bet you'd be amazed at what you find. I'm not saying you'll enjoy it because its just not for some people, and I'm not saying shame on your for not liking it because...really, what business is it of mine? And, to each their own! I'm just happy that you're reading in general lol.<br/><br/>If there is anything else that you can think of please feel free to comment or shoot me an email...I would love discussing this book (or others) with other people.<br/><br/>Good:<br/><br/>The story line-- It hits on our corrupt and diseased society that is obsessed with TV, `real' fighting, and the lives of celebrities.<br/><br/>The characters--they are extremely well crafted<br/><br/>Bad:<br/><br/>I honestly cannot think of anything.<br/><br/>Overall (Writing style, story line, and general):<br/><br/>Overall I think its a brilliant read whether your reading it for the adventure, the romance, or for school. I loved the constantly moving plot. I love the difficult to understand Katniss, the can't help but fall in love with Peeta, and the unforgetable (and we feel sorry for him) Gale. I found it extremely easy to follow and I had no difficulties remembering people or recalling information previously given at the beginning of the book. And yes I'll admit it I loved the rush that you get when reading about the deaths and the games!<br/><br/>And dear lord how I am in love with The Boy With the Bread.<br/><br/>In relation to the movie:<br/><br/>Many people said they didn't like the movie. Hey to each their own. I personally loved it. I found that it followed the book pretty well. Now it wasn't perfect...sorry but fitting two weeks prior to the games and the two-three weeks of the games in a two hour movie just can't happen. Did I miss the connection that you could really feel in the book between Katniss and Peeta? Ya I did. But, hey I could still feel it in the movie too, just not as big. Cato was pretty devious in the movie just like in the book, same with Clove and Glimmer. I will tell you the one things I really missed:<br/>Right after the announcement about their being allowed two victors Katniss says Peeta's name. In the book she shouts it. When I read that part...I cried. It added to their whole star-crossed lovers thing, but in the movie it wasn't loud enough for me. I wanted her to shout it and then be afraid that she was too loud.<br/>Oh an I expected Peeta to be ripped. Like Kellan Lutz or something.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3THXLECSHDE92?ASIN=0439023521	Not an Ubertome but Not Bad	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had few preconceived notions about ""The Hunger Games"" when I started reading it because I'd managed to avoid a lot of the hype that surrounds popular books. (I know: Figure that one out.) Most of the details I'd come by had been related by a friend, who said the book was interesting and worth reading. She was right on both counts and I did enjoy it.<br/><br/>However, it wasn't the ubertome I'd expected from what buildup I'd been exposed to. The plot is engaging enough, but I kept finding myself thinking of Stephen King's ""The Running Man,"" with a little bit of ""Logan's Run"" thrown in for good measure. When I tried to put my finger on why I felt that way, I concluded that the book had originality but didn't quite manage to break the mold of dystopian commonplace.<br/><br/>The main thing that kept me from being unequivocally enthusiastic about the book is this: I didn't find it believable that the people of Panem accept their fate unquestioningly, behaving uniformly like sheep patiently awaiting their turn in the abattoir. They have the ability to get outside the Seam's electrified enclosure and flee their prison because the electricity rarely works and there's a hole in the fence. Why in the world don't they take advantage of it and escape the district? There are no armed forces keeping the residents in check, no tracking devices on the citizens of the districts. Anyone with a modicum of sense wouldn't hang around long enough to undergo the reaping and chance being forced into the Hunger Games, or watch their loved ones be slaughtered in them, or expose their children to that risk. Gale actually suggests leaving, but Katniss thinks the idea is preposterous. We're never told why it's such an outrageous proposition, however. It seems as though she should jump at the chance because her little sister, whom she loves very much, is now eligible for the reaping.<br/><br/>If you're fond of dystopian tales or simply a likeable story, you'll enjoy this book. It was entertaining and at times engrossing, and I plan to read the rest of the series.<br/><br/>I was surprised by the careless editing. The Scholastic imprint used to mean that the book it graced would be well edited, with hardly an error. Not any longer. Examples of the many mistakes include subjunctives (""Better he does [do] it in the woods""), word choice (""skinny arms around me like a vice [vise]""; ""I hear the anthem that proceeds [precedes] the death recap""; ""the others will be honing [homing] in""; ""trying to staunch [stanch] the flow""), verb inflection (""the front bakery bell rung [rang]""), comma splices (""I have Peeta to clutch for balance, he is so steady""), and spelling (""the blood bath [bloodbath] at the""). The number of errors was jarring but not enough to ruin the book for those who pay attention to such things.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IZY5WCP84W3W?ASIN=0439023521	A page turner!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Collins pens a heart-pounding page turner with ""The Hunger Games."" Set in the future, a war has changed the makeup of North America. Now called Panem, the area is spilt into 12 Districts and is governed by a capital in the former state of Colorado. Every year, to remind the districts they are the ""losers"" in the war, the Capital stages ""The Hunger Games."" Districts select tributes to represent them. The tributes must kill each other in a game arena to win.<br/><br/>When Katniss Everdeen's sister, Prim, is selected to represent District 12, Katniss volunteers to take her place. Along with Peeta Mellark, Katniss travels to the Capital. As she prepares to participate in the games, she realizes there is more to the games than skill. She must learn the art of subtlety and draw on all her wits to keep alive. Can Katniss win ""The Hunger Games?""<br/><br/>Collins' writing is crisp and sharp. She never lingers - the pacing is perfect. Her descriptions are just enough to paint vivid pictures in the reader's mind. Collins' creativity and imagination shine in this story as she gives us a dystopian look at the future, and while the future may look bleak, she also leaves us with a smidgen of hope.<br/><br/>The best part of the novel is the journey Katniss makes. When the reader meets her, they learn she is physically strong, but it's the emotional journey that allows her to grow. Katniss' heart is as tough as nails, but to survive, she must show a tender side. She must demonstrate she cares for Peeta or she will lose. Can Katniss allow herself to explore the vulnerabilities of the human heart while playing the most dangerous game of her life?<br/><br/>The book is mainstream fiction and appeals to readers 10 and up. The Hunger Games will keep you on the edge of your seat, anxious to find out what will happen next. I highly recommend this book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1R1A1Z9U0JBKC?ASIN=0439023521	THIS BOOK BECAME MY LIFE FOR A WHOLE YEAR	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I READ THE HUNGER GAMES TWO YEARS AGO AND NEVER HAD A CHANCE TO WRITE A REVIEW. I WASN'T ONE OF THE EARLIEST FANS BUT I READ THE BOOK IN 2011 AND TO BE HONEST I WASN'T A BOOKS PERSON BACK THEN. BUT AFTER I READ THE HUNGER GAMES, I HAD THIS SUDDEN URGE TO READ MORE AND MORE OF ANYTHING. SO I ASKED MY FRIENDS ABOUT RECOMMENDATIONS, I WENT TO THE LIBRARY AND CHECKED THE INTERNET AND PRETTY SOON THERE WERENT MANY BOOKS LEFT THAT I HAVENT READ REALLY. HUNGER GAMES REALY GAVE ME THE LOVE OF READING. I REALLY LEARNED THE MEANING OF READING ONCE I READ THESE BOOKS. BEFORE THAT, I USED TO JUST SKIP OVER THE PAGES, FALL ASLEEP WHILE I READ BECAUSE I JUST COULD NOT FOCUS WHEN I KEPT THINKING OF OTHER THINGS, LIKE I DIDN'T UNDERSTAND THE POINT OF READING WHEN I COULD JUST WATCH THE MOVIE OR GO OUT AND CHILL. WELL HUNGER GAMES PRETTY MUCH CHANGED THAT FOR ME. I REALLY UNDERSTOOD WHAT A NARRATOR DOES TO A READER BECAUSE I CAN PUT MYSELF IN THEIR SHOES AND EMPATHIZE WITH THEM AND EXPERIENCE THEIR WOLRD AS IF IT WAS MY OWN LIFE. I THOUGHT ABOUT KATNISS IN MY HEAD AND IMAGINED MY SELF AS HER, EVEN THOUGH WE DON'T HAVE THAT MANY SIMILARITIES. BUT I THOUGHT ABOUT MYSELF AS HER AND THOUGHT WHAT WOULD IT BE LIKE IF I HAD THIS LIFE? I GOT HOOKED IN SUPER EASILY AND FOCUSED QUICKLY TOO AND I JUST COULD NOT STOP READING. SO I READ THEM ALL IN THREE DAYS AND I READ THEM ALL AGAIN BECAUSE FIRST TIME I READ THEM I READ THEM SO FAST THAT I DIDN'T EVEN KNOW HOW I FINISHED IT. I HAD NEVER READ ANYTHING FASTER. SO I READ THEM ALL AGAIN. AND I TOLD ALL MY FRIENDS ABOUT THEM AND THEY WERE LIKE ""YOU'RE SO OBSESSED!!"" AND THEN I MADE SOME PEOPLE READ THEM AND SOME PEOPLE JUST DON'T LIKE READING SO THEY WERE LIKE ""NO THANKS, I'M JUST GONNO WATCH THE MOVIE"" AND I DON'T KLNOW WHAT TO TELL THOSE PEOPLE OTHER THAN THAT READING IS SOMETHING THAT GROWS IN YOU, IT'S NOT JUST SOMETHING THAT YOU TELL YOUR SELF ABOUT AND IT HAPPENS. AND BECAUSE I AM AN OBSESSED FAN I HAVE QUITE A RIDICULOUS AMOUNT OF THINGS RELATED TO THE HUNGER GAMES. I HAVE ALL THE BOOKS AND I ALSO HAVE A COPY OF THE FIRST BOOK IN MY NATIVE LANGUAGE WHICH IS TURKISH. I HAVE FOUR BOOKMARKS. I HAVE THIS MAGAZINE FROM THE EDITORS OF US AND I BOUGHT IT BEFORE THE MOVIE CAME OUT AND SAW LOTS OF SNEAK PEEKS WHICH WAS PRETTY DARN COOL. I AM OBSESSED WITH JOSH HUTCHERSON. HE IS JUST SO CUTE, I CAN'T DESCRIBE HOW MUCH HE FITS FOR THE ROLE AND HOW GLAD I WAS WHEN THEY CHOSE HIM AS PEETA. I WASN'T REALLY SURE ABOUT JENNIFER LAWRENCE FIRST BUT NOW I LIKE HER AND THE REST OF THE CAST IS ALSO AMAZING. I WAS ONLY SURPRIZED BY CINNA'S ACTOR BUT WHEN I READ THE BOOK AGAIN, I SAW THAT I MISSED IT, AND I IMAGINED HIM COMPLETELY DIFFERENT IN MY HEAD BUT IT'S OKAY, HE WAS STILL AWESOME, AND I FOLLOWED THE WHOLE CAST ON INSTAGRAM AND TWITTER AND I LOVED IT WHEN THEY POSTED PICTURES AND SNEAK PEEKS FROM BEHIND THE SCENES, I WAS SO THANKFUL. AND I POSTED SO MANY THINGS ON FACEBOOK ALL THE TIME, MY FRIENDS STARTED CALLING ME ""HUNGER GAMES"". I HAVE FOLDERS, AND PENS, I HAVE THE PIN, I HAVE A CARD NECKLASE, I HAVE A T-SHIRT, I HAVE TWO POSTERS, I HAVE A PIN NECKLASE, I HAVE A MOVIE TRIBUTE GUIDE. I AM ALSO TEAM PEETA BECAUSE HE IS SUPER SWEET AND HE HAS DONE A LOT MORE FOR KATNISS THAN GALE HAS DONE FOR HER. AND LASTLY I WANT TO THANK SUZANNE COLLINS, YOU CHANGED MY WORLD. YOU GAVE ME THE LOVE OF READING, AND AFTER READING THE HUNGER GAMES I READ HUSH HUSH, THE MORTAL INSTRUMENTS, FALLEN, GALLAGHER GIRLS, BEAUTIFUL CREATURES, SHIVER, WINGS, DELIRIUM, DIVERGENT, PERCY JACKSON AND MANY MORE BOOKS. AND NOT ALL OF THEM ARE POPULAR BUT THEY WERE USUALY BEST SELLERS. I USUALLY GET OBSESSED WITH ALL THE BOOKS I READ, ITS THE LEVEL OF OBSESSION THAT MAKES ME LOVE THEM, AND I REALLY HOPE THAT YOU READ THESE BOOKS, I HOPE THAT YOU DON'T JUST WATCH THE MOVIE, ITS NOT THE SAME EXPERIENCE. SO READ THE BOOK, WATCH THE MOVIE, TEL PEOPLE ABOUT IT, BUY SOME STUFF, IF YOU DON'T LIKE THEM JUST COMMENT BELOW AND TELL ME ABOUT IT, AND I MIGHT UNDERSTAND. BUT I CAN ASSURE YOU WON'T REGRET IT. :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25ASUGJPIYE3F?ASIN=0439023521	Good book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Perhaps one of the most powerful ideas in this book is the idea of defiance, of standing up to those who mean you harm. That is the spirit that Katniss Everdeen embodies. She is the big sister that puts her own life on the line so that her sister, Primrose, does not need to fight in the dreaded Hunger Games.<br/><br/>There are many out there who lambaste Collins for seemingly copy-and-pasting ""Battle Royale"" word for word, but there are enough differences between the two for this book not to be blatant copy, perhaps merely another author's rendition of a similar source work. Of course, the purpose of this review is not to compare two books side-by-side, but to review Suzanne Collins's ""The Hunger Games"" as a standalone novel.<br/><br/>The premise is simple. Every year twelve districts all around the totalitarian country of Panem must send one boy and one girl as ""Tributes"" into the Hunger Games, a contest between the districts that awards the winning district with fame and glory and lots and lots of resources from the government. What an excellent concept this is, from a political standpoint. It keeps the upper class citizens of Panem, who reside at the capital, happy and entertained, while the bottom of the pyramid, the Districts, fight against each other, making a full-blown rebellion all but impossible. Of course, this year's Games is not like any of the other games. There can be only one victor, but it is Katniss's defiant spirit that causes the greatest upset to the games Panem has ever seen.<br/><br/>As a first-person limited novel, much of the history of Collins's world is left to conjecture. Katniss is a strong observer, but not an omniscient one, not by a long shot. She can only provide her own guesses, which we adopt and add to, as to what is happening outside of the Games that she is currently participating in. However, the strength of this perspective lies in giving us, the readers, unlimited access to the deepest recesses of Katniss's mind. We effectively become Katniss Everdeen, the defiant girl who started a spark of revolution throughout the nation.<br/><br/>The character development is good. We get to know not only Katniss, but also the characters she comes across. But perhaps it is Haymitch's character that steals the show. His attitude toward life, teetering between sarcastic scorn and PTSD, reflects the attitudes of some soldiers who return from combat. According to Collins, such is actually her source material for the characters and plot, the exploration of combat and its effects on young soldiers. As this is the first novel in the series, we still have yet to see any significant development of Gale and Peeta, both of whom remain rather static throughout the novel. Peeta starts off weak, he ends off weak, getting wounded and hiding in the mud as opposed to Katniss, who becomes a huntress of people.<br/><br/>The plot and pacing are good, though it's a little slow for the first third of the book. Collins uses this first part to develop the main backstory of Panem, dedicating the latter half to the actual Games itself. Once we step into the arena, however, it's no holds barred and everything you've ever known just flies out the window.<br/><br/>This is by no means a thorough review of the novel. I have only read it once and that was over a year ago, so I'm going on very shallow memory right now. Overall, it is an enjoyable novel, the start of something that could have been, but failed to launch with Mockingjay.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OYEJWZ7KKWR5?ASIN=0439023521	Book + Movie = 2 + 2 = 5	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I watched the movie version of ""The Hunger Games"" I was captivated--and disturbed--by its intense and compelling storyline. And when I found out I could get the book on loan for free on my Kindle through my amazon.com Prime account, I couldn't resist. The book does not disappoint. It is every bit as riveting as the movie. An interesting feature of the book is its first person narrative by the main character, Katniss Everdeen. This approach allows us to see into her head, so to speak, to discern the thoughts and emotions that accompany her actions and interactions.<br/><br/>The movie, as it turns out, was very faithful to the book. The harmony between the two was almost seamless. But what was truly delightful about seeing the movie and reading the book is how they added to, and enriched, each other. Book + Movie = 2 + 2 = 5. The book fills in a lot of the background and context of the events in the movie. The book also includes some details that enrich our understanding and appreciation of the characters. The movie, of course, adds a fascinating visual component to the story. Characters from the book literally come to life on the big screen, which in its artistic excellence, draws the viewer into the drama with a sometimes disturbing intensity!<br/><br/>The only real difference I saw between the book and the movie was their respective endings. The movie seemed to be more complete in its ending, leaving one with the sense of a satisfying conclusion. The book, on the other hand, masterfully left many loose ends untied--not in a way that left the reader frustrated, but with a desire to read more. And urgently so! The sequel (""Catching Fire"") is now definitely on my ""must-read"" list.<br/><br/>""The Hunger Games."" If you have watched the movie, do yourself a favor and read the book. If you have read the book, do yourself a favor and watch the movie. You won't be disappointed.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MMCSVZRBUL32?ASIN=0439023521	Brilliant but Disturbing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow, the premise of this book is genius, but also disturbing on many levels. Several of my 4th grade students have read this book but they don't understand why the book's themes are so shocking to me-maybe they lack historical context or maybe they're just so used to seeing violence on TV and in video games.<br/><br/>*I see analogies to Hitler's Germany with the use of hunger and food to control the districts (who are essentially prisoners of war). Katniss notes that there are not many old people in her district and many starve to death. Of course, they can always get food and cooking supplies but at the extreme cost of putting their name in the games lottery.<br/><br/>*The contrast between the government and the district people is stark and scary. The gov't. population have all the luxuries that one can think of but have absolutely no social conscience about making kids fight to the death in front of them. It brings to mind the Christians thrown in the Roman colosseums to fight lions for the entertainment of the populace.<br/><br/>*The fact that Katniss has to stand naked in front of the male and female stylists (remember, she's only 16) to be inspected adds more horror to the people who run the games. The author doesn't portray this as a sexual act, but merely as how a farmer would inspect a cow or pig that he intends to buy and butcher. However, Katniss also notes that several tributes have been brought out for their TV introduction nude or semi-nude (Katniss hopes that her stylists don't do this to her).<br/><br/>*I can't think of any other book I've read where kids (aged 12-18) have to fight and kill each other. I suppose we're used to reading about adults fighting and killing but not children!<br/><br/>*Unfortunately, I saw the movie before I read the book. There's so much information in the book that's not in the movie, like how Katniss got her name and how she got the mockingjay badge (and its significance). I will read the other two books in the series before seeing the movies. I can't wait to see the gov't. get its due at the hand of the districts (at least this is what I suspect will happen).<br/><br/>I highly recommend this book but probably not for kids less than 16 years old. And I would suggest discussing it afterwards.<br/><br/>I wouldn't take a star away but I will say that it's strange to read a book like this written in the present tense. I can't remember the last time I read a novel not written in past tense...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGWQ9EEOXDCWK?ASIN=0439023521	Not what I expected- Definitely a must read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">WOW. I'm a bit floored by this strong first book in the series. I never wanted to read this or even watch the movie on the premiss I thought it was a story about how they made kids compete and kill each other and the dead corpses of those children that didn't make it were then turned into a food source for others. Some of you may laugh by this admission but its true. Just how my mind works I guess. I have a wild imagination. Guess that's why I love to write my own stories. I digress. I couldnt have been more wrong. Anyway after breaking down a few months ago and watching the movie I was hooked. At some point saying I should check out the books before the next movie comes out. Well I was hooked from the first page. It's a real page turner and the writing is solid. We are in Katniss Everdeen's head from day one. And my heart has been ready to jump from my chest ever since. She's brave, so brave and smart. Her solid tactics of survival make her so interesting. The way she see's the world is unique and fierce. And watching her fight for her right to live was amazing.<br/><br/>Things I hated, the fact that this story was based on children battling it out to the death in an ever changing arena wroght with dangers with ever step they took. That said, it was a very unique way of telling a story similar to Lord of the Flies in content. At times I couldn't decided if Katniss really liked Peeta or if it was all an act and so it had me feeling sorry for him at times.<br/><br/>What I loved: I am a big food connoisseur and the way Katniss described all the different food she ate made even squirrel sound like a delicious entree. Also the descriptions didn't weigh down the story but only helped build this intricate world filled with plastic faces and rough terrain and animals that seemed so imaginative I wonder where the author came up with some of these creatures.<br/><br/>Katniss sensibilities in hunting are a major factor in what keeps her alive in addition to her ability to climb trees and live in them until the Capitol gets involved. Or the Gamemakers I should say. Okay I've said enough. If you haven't read this book I suggest you add it to your reading list. You will not be disappointed. Oh, one more thing. The scenes of death of the kids during the course of the Hunger Games was not as bad as some had said. The details are not so bad as to make one turn away and not read this. At least I didn't think so and I can't watch horror movies because they give me nightmares.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZRCZOCVGQ7SB?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it dowm	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">In the future, North American has become the nation of Panem, ruled by the Capitol and separated into 12 districts. Past rebellion has caused the Capitol to become extreme in their methods of keeping the districts under control. To keep the districts in check, the Capitol instills fear in the districts by holding an annual ""Hunger Games."" In these games, one boy and one girl from each district (called ""tributes"") are sent to an arena where they must fight to the death. To make it worse, these events are broadcast on live TV.<br/><br/>Katniss Everdeen, who lives in district 12, is her family's provider because she breaks the rules and goes hunting. She is fiercely protective of her sister, Prim, so when Prim's name is called as a Hunger Games participant, Katniss volunteers to take her place. Katniss is immediately taken to the Capitol in preparation for the Hunger Games, along with the other 23 tributes. Will Katniss survive the Games?<br/><br/>If you work with young adults or are a fan of young adult literature, this book is practically required reading. I'd heard wonderful things about it, but I didn't pick it up until recently. It kept me up late at night because I couldn't. put. it. down. It is action-packed and you never know what will happen next. I thought that Collins developed the characters well, and I was really rooting for Katniss throughout the whole book. There was even a little element of romance in this book, despite the grim circumstances the characters find themselves in. If you want an exciting blend of adventure, romance, and suspense, read this book. To be honest, I was afraid the violence in this book would be a huge turnoff, but I was so engrossed in the story that they violence didn't ruin it for me.<br/><br/>The ending was a big surprise to me, and I couldn't wait to find out what happened to the characters next.  Luckily, this is the first book of a trilogy! I'm warning you - only pick up this book if you have time to finish it quickly. You will not want to put it down! Same goes for Catching Fire.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RD14DBCFWCBFQ?ASIN=0439023521	How Critically Reading Changed My Opinion	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">You can see my full review, as well as many others on my blog The Dancing Nerd Writes Again.<br/><br/>*I was required to read this book for my Literature and War class.<br/><br/>Initial Thoughts:<br/><br/>This was my second time reading The Hunger Games and after seeing the movie multiple times. I was very familiar with the work, but when I read it this time, through the eyes of a critical reader, the experience was extremely different. As a novel to read for pleasure, I found that I enjoyed the story much more than I did when I was required to read it for class and dissect the literary aspects of the characters and plot.<br/><br/>Spoilers!<br/><br/>I'm assuming anyone who wanted to read this book already has or has seen the movie so this section isn't going to discuss spoilers as much it is going to discuss the differences in the way I interpreted the novel the second time around.<br/><br/>One of the main things I disliked when reading the novel this time, was Katniss and Peeta's relationship. To be clear, I wasn't annoyed with how their relationship progresses in this novel, but having read the entire series I'm simply frustrated with the way I know their relationship will turn out. Throughout The Hunger Games Katniss repeatedly mentions that she doesn't want kids, doesn't want a relationship with Peeta or anyone, and yet it is forced upon her. I also think their relationship takes away from the overall message of the book, and depletes the integrity of the story. I felt like the relationship was only added to appease the targeted, young adult audience.<br/><br/>We discussed this aspect of the novel many times in class, and even though a few students argued for the relationship, saying that it was an interesting challenge Katniss had to overcome and deal with in order to survive, it still doesn't sit well with me. Again, I'm not as upset by the relationship displayed in this novel as I am with the ones in the later novels, but I'll leave that for another review.<br/><br/>Another thing that annoyed me while reading this time was realizing how much Collins `told' the reader instead of `showing' us. I felt like the book was dumbed down in some ways and that the author or publisher assumed the audience wouldn't be able to interpret or comprehend Katniss' actions, so she told us everything that was happening, instead of letting us come to our own conclusions.<br/><br/>I didn't mean for this review to turn into a rant, so I'll try and turn it around. The things I really enjoyed about the novel is the fact that I hate that I enjoyed it. By liking this book, I'm playing right into Collins trap and becoming no better than a member of the Capitol. I think it's amazing that this book, while showing us the horrors of the Capitol and of the Hunger Games, pulls us in and reverses the situation, making us, the consumers and readers and everyone who saw the movie, observers and willing audience members of...well, the Hunger Games. It's such a brilliant and existential concept that I'm having a hard time adequately explaining it, but hopefully you get what I'm hinting at.<br/><br/>Conclusion:<br/><br/>I'll openly admit that I enjoyed this book much more the first time, when I was 17 years old and reading it for fun. Picking it up again and reading it critically and analyzing every sentence, every plot twist or character motivation, has definitely given me a new and drastically different perspective.<br/><br/>I think what Collins was able to accomplish with this novel, and through the movie, is an amazing feat that leaves audience members and readers alike examining the world we live in and contemplating what could happen. I'm excited to go and reread the second and third book in the series before the movies come out, and wondering what I'll like or dislike about those novels after I've read them more critically.<br/><br/>Rating:4/5 stars</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19AP96MRYISUJ?ASIN=0439023521	You don't want to read it, but you do...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Let's be real, who really wants to read a story about children duking it out to the death? Not me-the thought actually freaks me out, and at the same time saddens me. Children are so innocent and kind, that the idea of giving them weapons to kill while adults watched and cheered them on, gives me the chills. The book is gory, much more so than the movies as the author does not sugar coat any form of pain. But aside from the violence, it is the history behind this dystopia that really drew me in. How does a society get to be so messed up? How does power get to be divided so unevenly?<br/><br/>Katniss isn't your typical character as in she is hard to like at first. She is cold, and not very relatable but she is also very strong. She will do anything to protect her little sister, and avoids any feelings necessary because in her world, loving someone only puts you in danger.<br/><br/>The whole process of the hunger games from preparing for it, to actually being in the arena is so mind blowing. There were so many moments where I asked myself: What would I do if I was in that situation? Could I have overcome that?<br/><br/>The violence was hard for me to take, but it seems to be a reoccurring theme throughout the trilogy. Not the kind of violence we see in racing movies or anything like that, but real human suffering. Some parts were hard to read, hard to take in, but I couldn't put down this book.<br/><br/>The world that Katniss lives in, is so different from ours. We may complain about problems here and there, but seeing what the people of the future-so to speak-had to go though, I appreciate that I could close the book and go back to my safe little bubble.<br/><br/>This book will take you out of your comfort zone for sure, but at the same time, it makes you not want to go back to that zone for a long time.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1H75CV30KMOKA?ASIN=0439023521	What can I say that hasn't been said before?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Let me begin by saying that I started and abandoned this book 3 times before I managed to muster sufficient courage to get past the opening chapters, where the shocking details of the Hunger Games were described.  The concept is beyond harrowing and, as a mother, I found it almost impossible to continue.  I eventually reminded myself that this is in fact a work of fiction and that many of the books I read during my studies were equally horrifying and had closer ties to reality (any Holocaust themed novel would fall into this category).  So I forced myself to get through the opening chapters and I am so pleased that I did.<br/><br/>""I couldn't put it down"" must be the most overused phrase in book reviews but, the truth is, I genuinely could not put this book down.  I was completely engrossed in the plot and experienced every emotion felt by the heroine Katniss.  What a survivor!  She is a role-model for EQ (Emotional Intelligence for those of you that are not familiar with a current business fad!).  She is capable of enduring the most devastating setbacks without retreating into self-pity or victim mode. Imagine if you could teach your children that skill?<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is, at its essence, a book about survival.  A corrupt government forces children to battle it out to the death in a ""Reality"" show.  Katniss and Peeta find themselves competing in the Hunger Games and we see  the horror through the eyes of Katniss.  It is a very well written book and the main character Katniss is beautifully developed.  Peeta is not as well developed but, since the book is told from Katniss's perspective, that is to be expected.  The supporting characters have just sufficient depth to be interesting. The most important supporting character is Gale, Katniss Everdeen's best friend and hunting partner, prior to the Games.  Gale is is also a survivor, but his survival is expressed through anger and rebellion.  The foundation for the love-triangle that will be fully explored in the next two books of the trilogy, are firmly established in this opening book.<br/><br/>In the apocalyptic/post apocalyptic or dystopian genre, this book definitely number 1 in my opinion. This is not a book that you read this for enjoyment but rather for a sense of justice and victory!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CDGAQ8YCVWX7?ASIN=0439023521	Captivating	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have no idea why I waited so long to read this; I think it sat around in my room for almost a year before I actually read it. Now, because I've read this book multiple times, I feel like I should at least tell you about my first impression. The first time I read this, I was pleased with and really liked it, but I felt like it didn't exactly live up to the all of the hype around me. I was just expecting more from it than I felt like I was given. In fact, my original rating was 4 out of 5 stars.<br/><br/>But since reading the rest of the series and reading this again and again, I've chosen to give it 5 stars. My opinion has now changed. I do think it lived up to the hype. But first impressions are everything, so I feel like the information above was important to give all those who read this (plus most of this review was written with my first impression in mind).<br/><br/>Now, on to the rest of the review....<br/><br/>It took me a while to really get excited about this book. But at the same time, I found it hard to put down because I had to know how Katniss survived The Hunger Games. I was kept guessing about Peeta's true loyalties for a good portion of the book.<br/><br/>I must admit though, from almost the very beginning, I wanted Peeta to survive, even with that question of loyalty still in the air. I found him as a instantly lovable character. And, okay, since this is all about first impressions... I thought Gale was pretty wonderful too.<br/><br/>From the moment the Hunger Games (the event not the book) began, the plot gripped me like never before because, of course, Katniss is going to survive; she's the main character. But you have to know how. You have to know how things turn out with Peeta. You just have to know how a certain situation resolves itself. And before you know it, once one situation is resolved, you're drawn into another and you have to know how Katniss gets through that one. And thus, this is repeated over and over again, and very effectively.<br/><br/>Upon finishing the book, I was completely freaking out. The end blew me away. It was a huge cliff hanger. I mean, it was worse than anything I had read at the time (The Son of Neptune's, The Lost Hero). I could not put the book down as I read the last fifty pages. And I just couldn't read it fast enough.<br/><br/>I also found The Hunger Games to be full of characters that you either love or completely dislike. There were few in-betweens.<br/><br/>I didn't particularly care for the writing style (it's one I once shied away from), but even I must admit that it was the best one for this type of book. There's nothing wrong with the writing. The Hunger Games is written in first person present, which at the time wasn't something I was accustomed to reading when I passed through it the first time. So, you will probably find in other reviews on books written the same way, I feel differently about it, but that's because it doesn't bother me anymore. Thank you, Suzanne Collins.<br/><br/>You can find more of my reviews on my blog, Chasm of Books.<br/>[...]</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ESU6DURPDP1O?ASIN=0439023521	Love the story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">***SPOILER ALERT***<br/>The following book review contains spoilers.<br/><br/>Introduction<br/>This review is mainly for those few of you who have neither read the book nor seen the popular movie and don't mind a few spoilers. The Hunger Games is a traditional hero story with a young heroine Katniss Everdeen. The political environment in the future United States is a harsh dictatorship ruled by an elite district who leeches off of the other 12 districts by consuming their resources and living in utter luxury. They rule with an iron fist. They use tactics such as intimidation, execution, extensive monitoring, and heavy handed punishments for dissenters. While the government (located at the Capitol Panem) seems to have a strong grasp on the political landscape, in reality, their hold in tenuous at best. There is a rising undercurrent of discontent. As in Isaac Asimov's Foundation series, the capitol is entirely dependent on the outlying districts for all their natural resources.  Like the school bully who steals the weaker kid's lunch money, Panem bullies the other districts into submission.<br/><br/>The biggest way that Panem keeps the districts under control is by the use of a gladiatorial  contest called the Hunger Games.  The parallel with ancient Rome is a little too obvious. The difference being that the arena is not in some Coliseum, but is shifted from place to place. Its purpose is psychological intimidation. The bully tries to remind the bullied how weak they really are. But, what happens when the bullied get sick and tired of the situation? What President Snow really fears is that the districts will somehow gain a sense of hope; that some underdog will show up the Capitol and embarrass them.<br/><br/>Suzanne Collins Interview<br/>This is exactly how Katniss Everdeen functions in this story. She is thrust into the spotlight by the Hunger Games. She survives; she actually wins the Hunger Games. Somehow they (She and Peeta) are allowed to share the title. There is supposed to be only one winner among the 24 tributes. By them both threatening suicide, they call the bluff of the Capitol and manipulate themselves into the winners circle.<br/><br/>Though they are winners, they really don't possess freedom anymore. They function as the ultimate propaganda machine. The state uses the winners to train other tributes. The ultimate victims become the victimizers. It reinforces the control that the capitol has over the districts.<br/><br/>Book Recommendation<br/><br/>The intended audience of this series is young adult readers. It seems to be on about an 8th grade reading level. I think the book could have been more sophisticated in its plot structure. Also, the story is told in the first person with Katniss as the narrator. While this works in much of the book, it does get tiresome at times to only see things from her perspective. I think that if the story had been in the third person with flashes of omniscience for significant characters; this would have added to the richness of the story.<br/><br/>The book is fast paced and is remarkable in that it builds tension quite well. The dialog is well done and realistic. I thought that Katniss seemed a little too resilient as a character. She seems to go right along with the games. Then again, Katniss is a survivor. She will do whatever it takes to stay alive. She does a great job of pretending; putting on a fake smile where needed; going along with the suggestions of her trainer, Haymitch.<br/><br/>One of the strongest character traits of Katniss is her compassion for the weak. She cares deeply about others. For example, in the arena, she tries to help Rue, a young 12-year old tribute from District 11. She mourns Rue's loss.<br/><br/>I think Collins does a superb job of portraying the trauma of the games. This is a life and death struggle involving kids from 12 to 18 years old. It's hard to stomach and makes the reader feel the trauma of what it's like to live under a repressive regime.<br/><br/>I would certainly recommend this book to any young reader. If you are a parent, you will have to use your own judgment as far as how young, but the worst thing is probably the violence in the book. All in all, this is an excellent series. Suzanne Collins has done a superb job in creating a world that engrosses the reader. Perhaps its lack of complexity in both plot and structure is well suited to its intended young adult audience. With that being said, I think all readers will find the story very enjoyable.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FQUKMHAOYXMR?ASIN=0439023521	Out of all three in the series, this one is still my favorite.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I admit, I picked this up and read this because I wanted to see what all of the hype was about. Everyone I know was talking about or reading this, or had seen the movie. I am funny. I will not see a movie if I have not read the book that goes with it, so I hadn't seen it yet. I have been getting some nudging from a friend, so figured I should read the book and see what it was all about.<br/><br/>In the beginning, Katniss seemed kind of fickle to me, in terms of response to male attention. She has this guy right in front of her, and yet it is almost like she does not even see him. When I was a teenager, I would have killed for a boy to have been that attentive to me.<br/><br/>I imagine Gale to be this handsome, tall young man who one would just melt into.<br/><br/>When you get into the meat of the story, you start to see the dynamic of the characters and who they really are, but it takes a little while to get there. There is a degree of frustration in reading, because the writing is somewhat juvenile, but entirely too graphic for some YA readers in their earlier teens.<br/><br/>The compassion Katniss is shown after she steps up after the horrific feeling when her sister's name is called is amazing, though. I mean, you never expect to hear them call Prim, because her name was only in there once. It just does not seem possible. But it happens, and it is there, in black and white, and I was shocked, horrified. All of the same emotions I imagine Katniss was feeling.<br/><br/>But then you meet Peeta, who you instantly fall in love with, and find yourself tuning the pages just to see what is going to happen.<br/><br/>Overall, the story was enjoyable and suspenseful, if a bit horrifying. I would recommend this book highly to older teens and adults (16-17+). I think some younger readers or some who are more sensitive might have a hard time with the level of violence in this book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MGPBMHF2BJCE?ASIN=0439023521	LOVED IT!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had heard so much about this book that I just had to get it. I bought this one and the second one in the trilogy, Catching Fire, at the same time and read them both is a little more than a day =)<br/><br/>The Hunger Games gives us a look in a possible future of the society and world we live in today. We follow Katniss about a century after environmental catastrophes have changed the face of North America and the former United States is now Panem, a nation divided into 12 districts and a Capitol.<br/><br/>Katniss lives in district 12 and has been taking care of her mother and little sister since her father died years ago. Living in poverty, Katniss relies on unconventional methods to feed her family with the the help of her best friend Gale.<br/><br/>74 years before the Districts rebelled against The Capitol and lost. As a lesson to its citizens The Capitol holds The Hunger Games every year. The Hunger Games are a reality show where 2 children of each district enter an arena and the last one left alive will be set for life. Yes, you read that right, the last one left alive! They have to kill each other!<br/><br/>I have to say I was pleasantly surprise by how amazing this book is. Suzanne has created such a believable world and characters that is just so easy to get lost in their lives. It is shocking and disturbing to realize how credible is this tragic future created by her. How easy it is to believe that our utter disregard for the Earth can lead us to such a life and our society's love for reality TV and obsession  with perfection can lead us to a society as such described in The Capitol, where people look like freaks by over using plastic surgery.<br/><br/>I fell completely in love with Katniss. She is such a great heroine and you can't help but root for her every step of the way. Her love and devotion for her sister is heart breaking and seeing her putting herself on the line so that her little sister doesn't have to go the brutal Games is an inspiration.<br/><br/>I was utterly disturbed by this future world. The idea that watching kids killing each other is entertainment disgusted me. This book brought me to tears so many times. It is impossible to read it and not commit yourself to it completely!<br/><br/>There is also romance in this book and what every fan of this series is going to ask is which Team are on? Team Peeta or Team Gale?<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is a must read for any YA lover out there. Its fun, emotional, entertaining, politically engaged, disturbing, action packed, it has got it all. I did not put down this book for a second! If you haven't read The Hunger Games, what are you waiting for?<br/><br/>Originally Posted at Welcome to Larissa's Bookish Life {larissaslife DOT com}</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZJW0466PEOUT?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is the best book for a middle school student to read right now. There are, of course, the classics that will be enjoyed by everyone forevermore, but if you know a preteen, you should recommend that they read The Hunger Games, as it is the best young adult fiction novel on the market. If you have a few days to devote to a book, because you’ll need to set time aside as you won’t be able to put it down mid-chapter, you should read it, too.<br/><br/> The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins follows Katniss Everdeen, a  tribute from coal-mining District 12 of Panem, the totalitarian government that exists in what was once known as North America. After spending the last few years illegally hunting in the Appalachian Mountains to provide for her family after the death of her father, she volunteers to fight in the Hunger Games in the place of her younger sister. The annual Hunger Games pits twenty-four teenage tributes from the districts of Panem against each other in a battle to the death, a gruesome reminder of the strength of the state. Their horrific deaths are televised nationally to the entire country, most of whom are being forced to watch their children kill and be killed.<br/><br/> The Hunger Games is a reflection of our nation’s obsession with reality television. With current reality television shows like Survivor and Toddlers &amp; Tiaras that exploit and manipulate both the contestants and the audience, where will our society draw the line? Collins’ ability to present these ideas to a preteen audience and force adults to contemplate their own role in the reality television phenomena while creating a plot so riveting and characters so alive is commendable and will be rewarded by a reading of the sequel, Catching Fire.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R101FUT6DL9ZY6?ASIN=0439023521	Thrilling Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Of all the books Suzanne Collins has written, Hunger Games is by far the best and certainly the most popular. This book is heart stopping and you will not want to stop reading. The protagonist, 16 year old Katniss Everdeen, is faced with the hardest decision in her life. After her father passed away in a mining accident Katniss had to take over as head of the house and care for her little sister, Prim. Being very poor she had to learn early how to hunt for food. This meant facing the wilderness and learning the ways of the woods. But at the reaping, her world suddenly turns upside down. The reaping is where two children from each district, one boy and one girl in-between the ages of 11 and 18, are chosen to fight to the death in an arena for the entertainment of the citizens of the Capitol. There are a total of twelve districts, Katniss being in the 12th. These Games were created by the President of Panem because of an uprising of the districts against the Capitol. The Hunger Games occurs every year to suppress the districts. All of the kids in the arena have one objective, to win. By the end, there is only one lone victor, everyone else dies. These people are forced to kill before they get killed.  In this thrilling book Katniss takes the biggest risk of her life, to volunteer to go into the Games. Throughout the Games Katniss must remember everything that she has learned back home, and put it into good use. On her journey she makes, and loses, friends.  Escaping death isn't easy. Katniss only has one objective on her mid, to win for her sister Prim. I highly recommend this book and you should definitely read the books that fallow to see what happens to Katniss after the Hunger Games are over. This is such a great, heart-pounding book that is necessary to read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHZ2WPW349C13?ASIN=0439023521	Well rounded easy reading for all ages	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games benefits from a style that's both teen-age readable, but adult flavored in character development and plot. Collins succeeds where amateurs like Stephanie Meyers or E L James fail, in that she can appeal to readers en masse without insulting their intelligence. It's easy enough for teenagers and adults to navigate, but it leaves much for all audiences to contemplate; The main social commentary being one that addresses an unapologetic, autocratic government and its struggle to control its oppressed, starving and dying citizens.<br/><br/>The series is a coming of age tale set in a post apocalyptic United States, ala Brave New World or Ender's Game. It focuses on its young, teen-aged protagonist Katniss Everdeen and her struggle to stay alive using her skills of rugged survival and her love of family. Collins incorporates elements of present day societal preoccupation with with reality television, elimination style games and violent sports theatrics. Katniss must use her wit and dedication to family in order to make wise, prudent decisions while she is a victim of her governments cruel, barbaric gladiator games.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is easy enough to blaze through in just a night's worth of reading, but it's intelligent enough to have you either reading it again or scouring the internet for a suitable discussion board to share your thoughts and propositions. My biggest gripe is that amazon seems to be gouging buyers with a hefty price tag for such an easy perusal. Melville and Dumas are much cheaper and far harder to discern. If you're a prime user, you can borrow any of the books in the series for free, but only one book per month. Still, I advise you to do just that before you invest a lot into this relatively simple trilogy. If nothing else, there are plenty of readers that i'm sure someone is more than willing to lend you their copy. Take advantage of that!<br/><br/>I encourage any user looking for a good read this month to check out the first chapter in the HG trilogy or continue your journey through the story and pick up book 2 or 3. Even if you're not a fan of the genre, you'll still be entertained. I Guarantee!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3F2623NEKAYX0?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry For Literature: A Review of Suzanne Collins's The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Collins, Suzanne. The Hunger Games. New York: Scholastic, 2008. Print.<br/><br/>  The Hunger Games is an addictive and worthwhile read in the way it confronts violence, humanity, and sexism through the adventure of a lifetime. The story begins as the reader is introduced to a young, female protagonist named Katniss Everdeen. She resides with her mother and sister, Primrose, in a dystopia called District 12, which is one district in Panem's society. Collins sets the story in Panem, a post apocalyptic North America ruled by the totalitarian Capitol, in which the twelve districts are subject to the rule and complete domination of the Capitol. Those individuals who live in the districts are forced to produce goods for the Capitol and rationed out little in return creating a very stratified economy. The society that Katniss lives in is heavily watched and guarded with electric fences, Peacekeepers, and other futuristic technologies used to manage the citizens of Panem. Because of a revolt that once occurred against this control, District 13 was done away with and the Hunger Games were instituted as a reminder of the Capitol's power and as a way to discourage any other rebellion.<br/>  The Hunger Games are an annual fight-to-the-death competition in which each of the twelve districts must send two tributes: one male and one female between the ages twelve to eighteen. The tributes are chosen at random based on how many times their names are in the drawing which increases with age and based on how many rations they take out for their families. Though Katniss reassures her sister that she will not be chosen because her name is only in the drawing one time, Primrose is in fact chosen for as the female tribute for her district. Katniss selflessly and immediately takes her place and is joined by the male tribute Peeta Mellark.<br/>  Prior to the reaping, Katniss would often venture outside of the fences, as her father had taught her, to hunt with her bow. Katniss is accompanied by Gale Hawthorne on her short, illegal hunting expeditions and together they experience a small taste of freedom as they pursue food to sustain their families. A love triangle unfolds over Katniss giving her the central power. Every move that the tributes make in the arena is recorded and played back for all of Panem to watch showing every gruesome death and violent action. Though the plot of The Hunger Games contains many violent scenes, they serve an important role.<br/>  The violence in The Hunger Games is often very detailed. Because the setting is submerged in such disparity with forces that humanity today cannot relate to, there is distance from the terror of the gruesome atrocity of children murdering children. The violence is a statement of the pain that wars in the past have caused and also a warning against a path to more violence in the future. By having the setting in a future, post apocalyptic time period, it is inferable that it could be the path that is ahead if changes are not made. The Hunger Games are an absurdity for anyone to imagine, but it forces the reader to think of the contemporary world through a lens of antiviolence and examine the injustices that are going on today in the streets, schools, and behind closed doors. By recognizing its purpose for using violence, The Hunger Games becomes not only a desirable read, but a necessary one. It details the way that one person actually can make a difference and a life of oppression is not fixed.<br/>  Collins does not allow for nonsense in her writing as transports the reader to another world. She creates characters with depth and writes Katniss as an example of strength. Katniss is not perfect with her sarcasm, stoicism, and hard-headedness, but her flaws are often only the result of her caring too much. It is important to keep in mind that she, as well as the rest of the citizens in the districts, is damaged by her society to her core and the oppression they face incredible. Her mother represents the way that many would like to behave after being so oppressed because it is easier to crawl back in a shell. Katniss, though, keeps going.<br/>  The Hunger Games is a story of empowerment for both men and women because its gender neutrality allows everyone to find a way to connect to the story. Collins challenges the harsh barriers of sexism in past and contemporary cultures as she includes both males and females in the Hunger Games. With Katniss, she creates a new woman. One who exuberates the qualities both men and women respect and admire. Katniss is a hero and often this concept is lost because she also has to be a killer. Through her, the reader is forced out of his or her comfort zone into a situation that is surreal where right and wrong become blurred and it is up to the individual's inner conscience to decipher between them. Motives are tested and true character comes out in the choices the tributes make.<br/>  The Hunger Games is an addictive read that is impossible to put down. The writing is intoxicating as Collins takes the reader down the journey of a lifetime. She does not direct the reader to fall for one character or chose one side, but she presents a story with a lesson about the value of life. If you are tired of the obvious allegories, this is the book for you. It has depth, but it is also enjoyable and quick. It gives perspective and looks at the greater picture. You may find it necessary to ignore the bandwagon and all the focus on ""Team Gale"" or ""Team Peeta"" because they delude from the heart and purpose of the novel. The Hunger Games is a story that will entertain, excite, enrage, and leave you starving for more. What more can you ask of a book?</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Y3OFLHO13WU?ASIN=0439023521	Compelling and Disturbing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read The Hunger Games for the first time when it was still new -- back before Mockingjay had been released and before the movie was even so much as a whispering throughout the fandom. I read it because of the enormous number of positive reviews on the book blogs that I frequented, and I read it under the false assumption that the Arena was something like the Colosseum, where gladiators would fight one another to the death. I was also under the false impression that it was Peeta and Katniss alone who had to fight to the death.<br/><br/>Anybody who has read the book or seen the movie knows that my assumptions were completely untrue, if not a bit bizarre.<br/><br/>In the beginning, I wasn't expecting to love The Hunger Games. I'm not at all a fan of first person perspective and I really detest the present tense because it's so easy to get tenses confused. In fact, Suzanne Collins botches her past tense, past perfect tense and past participle on several occasions in the book, in large part because most writers are accustomed to writing in the past tense when producing fictional pieces. I found this especially frustrating, but bearing in mind that I'm reading young adult fiction, I found it to be forgivable.<br/><br/>The second primary problem that I have with this novel is the fact that, having read it three times, I've decided that I don't really like Katniss Everdeen. So allow me to talk about that for a moment. Considering that I've talked about The Hunger Games since I finished reading the novel for the first time, I often feel that I've said it all, but perhaps I haven't.<br/><br/>The majority of teen fiction presents us with some variation on the perfect heroine. She's either entirely distasteful, or she's so amazingly perfect that it's impossible not to love her. We either totally pity her or we wish that we could be her. As much as I don't personally like Katniss, she's not that perfect heroine. She's flawed, but not perfectly flawed. While she lacks self confidence, she is aware of her skills as a hunter and of her emotional weaknesses. She is neither perfect nor is she perfectly imperfect. Katniss is the type of character that you should be able to like (and many people do like her), but I just don't.<br/><br/>Strangely, I like that about this book. I like the fact that neither Gale nor Peeta are perfect heroes, and I like the fact that there's no rivalry between Peeta and Gale, but each takes his own important role in Katniss' life. The love triangle aspect is to be expected due to its popularity among female teen readers, but it is so incidental in this series that it can be ignored, and the series can be taken for its meaning.<br/><br/>Another reviewer referred to this book (and series) not being for intelligent readers. I have to disagree with that standpoint. The book is highly political and shows us the possibility of what can happen when a tyrannical government takes over a country. There are strong references throughout the series to the conditions in communist countries, and it's easy to become engrossed in the dystopian society where the government controls everything and the nation is constantly at war. A thoughtful reading of these novels is bound to open the minds of young people to the possibility that a government can become oppressive -- as many world governments have in the past.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is an educational experience. As an adult reader, I have to say that I would be cautious about giving this book to a younger audience to read, and feel that it is best reserved for mature teen readers who are able to handle the deeper meaning of the scenes that they will read in this novel.<br/><br/>That being said, my step children (at the time 13 and 14) loved all three books in the trilogy!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LOPIOMFGY374?ASIN=0439023521	Wow	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've avoided this book, I've avoided the movie... I saw trailers for the movie and it looked good but the premise was just too brutal for me. So, why now? Mostly I deal with audiobooks and right now there's a 2 for 1 sale at Audible. I found one book in the sale that I really wanted and I needed to pick another one so I started researching the other books available. I almost passed this by again. I listened to the sample and didn't like the narrator. Somehow I got to a ""read the first chapter"" spot and I was hooked. This is the first thing I've done since I started reading several hours ago. It's terrible to start the book knowing that any character you become fond of is likely to die. Since it's a first person narrative you have to assume that Katniss is going to survive. How the story unfolded is gripping. There were other things I should have done, but I kept telling myself I'd stop at the end of the next chapter. Except I never noticed the ends of chapters. The world Collins has created here is gripping. There are other dystopian worlds out there that I've enjoyed reading but none has caught me up the way this one did. Am I sorry I waited so long? Will I see the movie? Certainly the answer to the first one is no, I'm glad I waited. I'd be in emotional agony if I couldn't go right on to reading the next book. As for the movie, maybe, maybe not. It sounds as though it follows the plot of the book well, but I'm a reader. The characters and the setting come alive in my mind and I'm seldom satisfied with someone else's picture. The big question, do I recommend that YOU read it. I can't say. There's so much violence and the premise is heartbreaking. I tend to enjoy books with guaranteed happy endings. I can't guarantee you all happiness... and I have to read the Catching Fire, and Mockingjay to know how I feel about the whole story. I'll be starting Catching Fire this evening. I really hope I get to sleep tonight.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6IK0YCICUKX1?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games(Book Review)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">“The Hunger Games”, a book with much enthusiasm, struck me as a work of art within its context.  The story remains on a teenage girl living in a post-apocalyptic world.  The book explains how there is one very important event that happens each year known as the Hunger Games.  The games require one girl and boy to be offered up, to fight to the death until there is a lone victor.  Each district offers two as sacrifices and as punishment for rebelling against the Capitol in past years.  When Katniss’s sister is chosen during the reaping she eagerly volunteers in her place.  The book is a mix of a tragic love story yet gruesome in retrospect.  The book has many strengths, but strengths come with weaknesses.  It is wonderfully built with action packed scenes and also the small instances of sorrow.  The fight at the Cornucopia, the incident with Tracker Jackers(a poisonous wasp), when the small girl from District Eleven dies; All of these events are works of art nimbly crafted with a writers precise and measure.<br/> The book also has weaknesses.  It is told in mostly thought process, which may be unappealing to readers due to the lack of physical action.  It also has a small number of cheesy love scenes which may not appeal to the boy population of our country. I personally recommend this book to the ages of 12 and up because it begins to introduce a higher level of writing to readers.  For the ages 12 and below the book is not recommended due to the presence of non-kid appropriate scenes, gruesome detail, and romantic casualties.  I believe the author’s purpose was to create a story which entertained readers with combat, love, and sorrow.  The author achieved her purpose with high scores in my opinion, because of the way the book pulled me in and caused me to want to read more.  I believe that Suzanne Collins tried to create a book that focuses on what our world could be like in future years.  Also due to the amount of thought process given by Katniss, in times of distress (In the Cornucopia, and when she is blowing up the careers food), and when she slowly begins to fall for Peeta (In the cave when she kisses him, and when she calls his name after one of the announcements in the games) makes the book slightly unappealing for readers.  I, as a person who loves to read can sometimes tell when an author has truly made a book that can connect to readers.  I could put myself in Katniss’s situation, and could connect to the way she was feeling.  This caused me to enjoy reading the book very much, and I still enjoy reading it over again because of that element.  I do believe that Suzanne Collins achieved her purpose in writing the book, because it was vey enthralling to read and it caught my attention and pulled me into the book.  I have given this book a 5 star rating because of the statements that I have made above.  I truly believe that this is an educated story that uses grammar and writing techniques the way that they are supposed to be used.  It is a book that has influenced readers and has achieved the title ""A Great Book"".  It is a wonderful and compelling story that has attracted readers across the globe.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38K4WH7633BKB?ASIN=0439023521	Plot and Structure	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Review of Hunger Games<br/>Wesley Powell<br/>Composition II<br/>Excelsior College<br/><br/>  Abstract<br/>Authors strive to intrigue their readers through a series of actions and human responses to conflicts by carefully planning out the plot and structure of the story. The plot is the main idea and the subsequent actions that build up to the climax and resolution. Roberts explains the relation of plot and structure as follows, ""unlike plot, which is concerned with conflict or conflicts, structure defines the layout of works- the ways in which the story, play, or poem is shaped"" (Roberts, 2012). A quick review of the popular novel The Hunger Games written by Suzanne Collins will allow us to see how the plot of a story plays out and the various types of structure able authors to mystify a reader with words.<br/><br/>""I volunteer!"" I gasp. ""I volunteer as tribute"" (Collins, 2008). These words muttered by Katniss Everdeen as she desperately tries to protect her younger sister are the same words that throw her into an arena with people who are out for her blood. The main plot of this story concerns a young girl who is forced to fight to the death against others she has never come into contact with except a young boy from her village. Panem is made up of the Capitol and twelve districts that are fiercely controlled by President Snow. The Hunger Games were conceived as a way to prove superiority of the Capitol over the districts and to punish them for past rebellious actions. Collins quickly puts the plot of the story in motion when Katniss volunteers to fight on behalf of her sister; this is the first major conflict. Stories are made up mostly of actions or incidents that follow one another in chronological order which is considered the plot (Roberts, 2012). Several actions and events occur throughout the story causing conflict for Katniss and putting her in a position to make decisions that subsequently lead to other events, shaping her future and fate. Roberts states that, ""conflicts promote characters to engage in the decisions, actions, responses, and interactions that make up fictional literature."" At the beginning of the story Katniss is forced to fight to her death in the upcoming Hunger Games therefore creating a conflict which requires decisions such as what tactic she will use, what weapons will be available, how she will cope with killing another human and so on.  Once Katniss makes a decision to resolve a conflict it opens the door to another requiring yet another decision to be made creating a domino effect until the end of the story. Depending on what type of story the author is writing, the plot may be revealed in various ways which leads into how a story is structured.<br/>Formal structures of a story consist of five parts that follow each other in exact order. Stories usually begin with background information, setting the scene, and/or other important information that pulls the reader in and makes them acquainted with the characters in the story; this is the exposition. Next is the complication which is the plot and lays out the major conflicts. Crisis and Climax follow in order and are sometimes very difficult to distinguish. During the crisis, a decision or an action to resolve the conflict is undertaken and the climax is a consequence of that crisis and is considered the highpoint in the story leading to the resolution (Roberts, 2012). Resolution is intended to finish up the story and make sense of previous sections. The Hunger Games is not a formal structured story and is purposefully designed to entice the reader by leaving out bits of crucial information about characters or throwing in new events that complicate the matter at hand. This technique is done by manipulating the structure by placing the exposition within the middle or ends of the story instead of in the beginning. For example, Katniss is aware that one other person from her district is competing in the games with her but she does not have any affiliation with him at first making her decision to kill him easy but right before the games begin, Peeta (the other tribute), throws a major conflict at Katniss. The following is part of an interview with Peeta where this conflict unfolds.<br/>""Handsome lad like you. There must be some special girl. Come on, what's her name?"" says Caesar. Peeta sighs. ""Well, there is this one girl. I've had a crush on her since I can remember. But I'm pretty sure she didn't know I was alive until the reaping."" Sounds of sympathy from the crowd. Unrequited love they can relate to. ""She have another fellow?"" asks Caesar. ""I don't know, but a lot of boys like her,"" says Peeta. ""So, here's what you do. You win, you go home. She can't turn you down then, eh?"" says Caesar encouragingly. ""I don't think its going to work out. Winning....won't help in my case,"" says Peeta. ""Why ever not?"" says Caesar, mystified. Peeta blushed beet red and stammers out. ""Because...because...she came here with me."" (Collins, 2008)<br/>By withholding the facts about Peetas feelings for Katniss in the beginning and revealing them in the middle of the story adds a twist that hooks readers into the plot. This technique is also used to write mystery stories where the reader is aware of facts that the characters themselves are oblivious to.<br/>Every story, novel, poem or piece of literature you may read contains a plot with conflicts and is structured in a way that aids the writer in conveying the message to the reader. It is important to understand the parts of a formal structure and what they mean so you can locate all the pieces of the puzzle and know how to put them together to reveal the plot.<br/><br/>References:<br/>* Collins, S. (2008). The Hunger Games. New York: Scholastic.<br/>* Roberts, E. (2012). Writing About Literature. (13th ed.). New Jersey: Pearson.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RI9LZWTUF6UC?ASIN=0439023521	A can't put down read!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is a wonderfully written story about first loves and survival. It takes you through the emotional ups and downs of any new relationship; like questioning the reality of the relationship, trying to sort out the emotions tied to the relationships and determining if the future of the relationship is plausible for both parties. We get to watch the teenage parties as they struggle with their emotions and do their best to cope with the formidable situation they are in. The audience can not help but to become attached to the main characters and the raw emotion Susan Collins portrays in her writing. Many times I would find myself rooting for them, cheering them on or dreading the dismal future that lay ahead of the main characters.<br/><br/>  Collins does a wonderful job of painting a love story that developed under unusual circumstances. The readers are slowly led through the series of encounters between the two main characters and their struggles with the emotions they are feeling and the conflict of the situation. The love story alone is so involving that readers may find it virtually impossible to set the book down. Even after I forced myself to do so, I continually found myself daydreaming back to the story line in my everyday activities. Those of us that read ourselves to sleep will find it difficult to do so with this book. Every page draws you deeper and deeper into the adventure until you have been completely engulfed in the story. Even in pausing for a snack you will find yourself rushing through so you can read a little bit more. The story beckons you back again and again until it has been finished.<br/><br/>  This strikingly odd combination of plots makes for an unforgettable adventure whose finale is so incredible you want to immediately search for the sequel. The reader is taken for quite an emotional ride through these pages. Just when you think you can predict the storyline, another twist arises and the reader finds that what they once ""knew"" was not what actually occurred after all. Collins does a wonderful job of tying murderous acts and simple acts of love together in a unique way that creates a most enticing story line. She does a wonderful job of providing proper closure to book one while also staging the scene for book two.<br/><br/>  From page one to the end Collins does an excellent job of capturing the attention of the audience. As one twist begins to come to a close, a new one is introduced and we are again thrown for an emotional loop that almost requires us to read another 30 pages. The character development of the love story is written so smoothly it calls to its reader's personal experiences and adds to the almost hypnotic effect the adventure contains. I highly recommend this book to all readers and can not wait to see if the film has done the book justice. My best advice is to make sure that you have book two readily available even before you begin book one. You are definitely going to need it.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20BMB4BR3L8X7?ASIN=0439023521	A fun YA story with a compelling plot and lots of action	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's been a rather long time since I did that -- read a reasonable-length book in a single sitting. Last time I did that was...maybe Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince? In any case, it's been awhile since I read a true page-turner I wouldn't put down. (Although I'm certain the relative brevity of this book -- I have read Brandon Sanderson, Patrick Rothfuss, and the Wheel of Time lately -- had something to do its being awhile.)<br/><br/>How to describe this book plotwise? Think The Lottery meets reality TV, or think kids meet the gladiator arena. Basically, the one far-dominant nation-state in North America -- the Capitol -- has utterly subjugated twelve subordinate districts (and reduced a thirteenth to irradiated embers). Each district must annually send two ""tributes"" -- a male and a female between the ages of 12 and 18, chosen by lottery -- to fight to the death in the arena in the Hunger Games. The Games are a pageant from start to finish to entertain the Capitol, which eagerly watches (and forces the districts to watch) until one tribute remains (to be showered with honor for life, and whose district will be honored for that year). The arena itself is a massive tract of land under the total control of the Capitol -- terrain, vegetation, weather, and resources. The tributes learn skills and acquire supporters (who can sometimes send supplies), then they are deposited in the arena. It's a fight to the death -- first for a Cornucopia of supplies positioned at the arena entrypoint, then a protracted strategic dance to attack, and survive the attacks of, the other tributes.<br/><br/>A logical plot? Well, not entirely. The Capitol and districts occupy much of the United States and/or North America, but the impression is that at most total we're talking a few million people, with the rest of the area wild. Given the state of Capitol technology at least, this underpopulation is implausible. And it's hard to think the brutality of the Games a believable possibility in some distant future of our world. (Judged closer in proximity to the original gladiators, maybe. But evil today is generally much more subtle than it was back then -- or at least concerning the United States area particularly -- and I see little reason to believe that subtilty might disappear.) But it's enough to hang a story on it -- and a good story, too. The action comes steadily once the contestants enter the arena, and before then the slow reveal of the mechanics of the game remain captivating. The heroine's cleverness abounds, in a way that naturally fits her youth (and probably would not fit an older, wiser character), and the tactics are a pleasure to consider.<br/><br/>This said, this remains a young-adult novel. The action is mostly for action's sake. We don't learn enough of the underpinnings of the world to truly understand how it has come to be, or why it truly is so, or how it might be (at the far periphery, of course) even ambiguously ""moral"". We aren't left with much in the way of poignant questions to ponder, of the sort a far better book like Ender's Game (or even the later Harry Potter books) offers. The heroine has some depth, and some of the Capitol stooges surprisingly acquire a little personality by the end, but characterizations are mostly shallow. We're mostly left with a lot of grit (they're trying to kill each other, remember? and of course pageantry will demand it sometimes be brutal) and a dilemma that gets solved. Which is all perfectly fun, to be sure -- but it's not the sort of thing that would cause me to sidetrack reading a hundred pages of the book just because I happened to rearrange it on my bookshelf. (Which happens with all too much frequency for me...)<br/><br/>It was a two-month wait for the hundred-odd people ahead of me at the library to read this so I could borrow a copy; I'm currently 58 of 72 for the second and 22 of 31 for the third (having not considered that, given queue lengths, I should submit holds early, ""freezing"" holds if needed before they might prematurely vest). Will I wait for my name to move to the front of these queues to continue reading? It seems likely I will, rather than buy the later books to read them faster. I found the characters interesting, yet I'm not emotionally invested in them, and the ending is not a cliffhanger of the sort demanding immediate resolution. I can wait.<br/><br/>(...and, two weeks later, I find myself buying the entire series in Kindle editions on Amazon. Because the library queue is still huge, instant gratification is irresistible, and I keep having to watch out for spoilers when reading things online. Perhaps I should add another star...but no. This book was what it was, and needing to read further doesn't change that.)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUC6RDP6ND75K?ASIN=0439023521	Wow	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">“Hunger Games” is an unusual and adventurous fictional book written by Suzanne Collins. The author captures her audience’s attention and draws them into this mind blowing adventure where a mystical world is created, forcing you to stay up night and day, craving more. I felt like I was pulled into this fascinating tale, I laughed and cried with the characters, almost hypnotized in a sense.<br/> An authoritarian government, the Capital, displays threats of war unto 12 districts that they hold direct power over. This is the year, of the 74th Hunger Games, where one male and one female from each district between the ages of 12-18 years of age are chosen as a tribute to fight to the death until there is only one remaining survivor. The survivor wins food for his district for one whole year. Prim just turned 12 years old, and is finally able to be thrown in the jar of names for the first time, and miraculously is selected as the female tribute for District 12. Katniss Everdeen, Prim’s older sister, volunteers to take her place in games, not able to bear the thought of her sweet little sister fighting to the death. Peeta Mellark, who turns out to be in love with Katniss, is the male chosen. These two star-crossed lovers are to forced to fight the other district children to the death. Allegiance is found and destroyed as the stronger children team up to kill the weak. Peeta betrays and later saves Katniss, making her confused as to where his loyalty lies. In the end they are the only two children left standing. The rules of the games are changed to allow two tributes from each district to live, vice one.  Peeta and Katniss remain as the last living tributes, when the Gamemakers decide to change the rules back to one living tribute. Peeta and Katniss rebel as they attempted to commit dual suicide, leading to chaos in the Districts.<br/> This is the just a taste of the beginning of the Hunger Games, the first book in an amazing trilogy.  The author propels her reader through the chronicle as they are drawn into this world of fantasy where there is an adventure full of drama, betrayal, and love. Collins does an excellent job, and makes you feel as if you are a part of this world with her extensive details. I could not put this book down. I read the entire trilogy in one week, and had withdrawals when it ended, I wanted more. I searched for other books to fill the void that was left when the Hunger Games trilogy ended.<br/> I would recommend this to older children, maybe in middle school and up. It’s an easy book to read with a lot of action, where a child and an adult can easily relate to the story. Kids are exposed to violence at such a young age with all the video games and even the news now a day, so I guess maybe the higher elementary kids could enjoy this too. The book is definitely better than the movie, as with most books turned movies, a lot of detail is missing, and the story changes a slight bit, with the plot remaining the same. I imagined Peeta much more handsome than he was played in the movie, a definite downer in my opinion. This is a must read! I highly recommend it.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVPACLGSZC0O8?ASIN=0439023521	Extremely Thought Provoking, Excellent Writing, Haunting Story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is one of the most thought-provoking books I've ever read. It involves excellent writing, plot and characters. The movie based upon this book is also well done but easier to understand if you first read the book.  Katniss Everdeen is a teenage girl in a post-Apocalyptic country of Panem--a land once called North America. She hunts and struggles to find food for her widowed mother, younger sister and herself. People are literally starving to death.<br/><br/>Each year the oppressive government selects two tributes in a reaping (one boy and one girl between 12-18 years of age) from each of twelve districts to compete in the Hunger Games. Katniss lives in District 12, the poorest of poor. Most people with jobs work in Coal mines. Her father died in a mining accident.<br/><br/>Much like the arena games of ancient Rome, the Hunger Game contestants must survive, fight and die until only one of them remains...the Victor of that year's games. Although most people live without any modern conveniences the government and people in the Capital city have excessive riches and the Hunger Games are broadcast live across the country on television where residents are ""required"" to watch them. In 74 years, District 12 has had a winner only twice and the only surviving victor is Haymitch Abernathy who will serve as coach for the current contestants from his district. He is an embittered man who spends much of his time drunk...not being able to cope with the guilt about his own Hunger Games, the grief of what happened to the people he loved and the fact he must coach and watch new tributes from his district die in the games every year.<br/><br/>Katniss' sister Prim is 12 and it's her first year to have her name entered in the Tribute reaping.  As a first year entry, her name is only entered once so odds are against her being chosen. Nonetheless, she is chosen as the female tribute from District 12. Prim is innocent and fragile. Katniss loves her very much and is extremely protective of Prim, so she volunteers to take her place.<br/><br/>Katniss finds herself preparing for and participating in the Hunger Games along with Peeta Mellark, the baker's son from her district who once took pity upon her by tossing her some cast-off bread.  Peeta has secretly had a crush on Katniss for years. He's very kind and likeable but Katniss mustn't allow herself to like him. To survive, she must be the last of 24 tributes left alive. Tragically, either Peeta or Katniss must die, if either tribute from District 12 is to survive.<br/><br/>In addition to toughness, survival and fighting skills, the victor must also cultivate charmisma because the contestants are show-cased on live television before and during the games. Tributes who elicite sympathy from viewers may be sent ""gifts"" during the games such as food, water or medicine.  Katniss doesn't feel comfortable in the role but she has the help of people who cast her and Peeta as ""star-crossed lovers"" forced to compete against one another in the Hunger Games and also portray her as the Girl-On-Fire. She becomes very popular among the crowds...a fate which may help her survive this year's Hunger Games but also make her a threat to the very government. But that's a story for the sequels. For the rest of the story, also read: Catching Fire and Mockingjay.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SBOK36WKHIE7?ASIN=0439023521	Trilogy opener great in both book and movie form	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The movie buzz is what got me interested in the series, but I wanted to read the books as soon as possible. I read them the 1st time a few weeks after seeing the movie and read them a 2nd time several months later<br/><br/>I was amused that Stephenie Meyer has a quote on the cover, since she's not one to talk about good writing. Twitter user UncleYo put it as follows - ""Stephanie Meyers has a quoted review on The Hunger Games' cover. That's like Justin Bieber reviewing The White Album.""<br/><br/>I felt the book and the movie were both good, just different, they were both effective in their storytelling medium.<br/><br/>In both cases, I caught a lot more details the 2nd time.<br/><br/>The big difference is that Peeta seemed a lot more impressive in the book.<br/><br/>It makes sense that the would-be Mrs. Everdeen met him buying medicinal herbs, but I had remembered the Mellark story of falling for an Everdeen singing voice.<br/>Mrs. Everdeen's old nice clothes was another cool reference to her past.<br/>Peeta taking Haymitch to task in the morning on the train gave me more respect for Peeta. I liked how Katniss felt threatened rather than impressed by that.<br/>Peeta and his father being so nice made it harder to hate them like I had wanted to.<br/><br/>Peeta's behavior now seems like obvious foreshadowing of his interest in Katniss.<br/>I noticed Peeta wondering if his father wanted daughters. I wondered about that for many parent characters, including Mr. Everdeen and sons. I hadn't remembered the concept was mentioned in canon.<br/><br/>It seemed odd for Katniss to mention horse alongside beef and chicken as fancy meat Merchant Section people ate.<br/><br/>Training seemed different, more of a struggle/challenge but also more productive.<br/><br/>It seemed like a fighting challenge should be solely about fighting skill instead of ability to talk up sympathy. I had blamed tributes/staff for an underhanded tactic instead of the Capitol for setting it up that way. Also, part of me underestimating Peeta was his fighting skills.<br/><br/>Because it's dystopic fiction, a lot of it besides the characters' personality traits doesn't seem personally relevant. I identified with Katniss' negative personality traits of excessive cynicism, not wanting any help and underestimating oneself. I had seen Peeta as a loser for being even worse at talking to women than I am, dismissing much of the rest of him.<br/><br/>Evne though the setting is extreme, I identified with Katniss' habit of excessive cynicism, not wanting any help and underestimating oneself. Peeta seemed like a great counterpoint to all that. At first I thought he was kind of a loser for being even worse at talking to women than I am (is that possible?). That has caused me to overlook many of his strengths.<br/><br/>The rooftop moral stand came off differently. In the movie, it seemed noble. Book Katniss saw it as holier-than-thou. I understood why Katniss was surprised at the crush reveal, but handn't understood why she was angry about it. Well, at first she had seen Peeta as competition, and it took her some time to lose that feeling. That seems why it took her a lot of tiem to fall in love with him and stop being in denial about that.<br/><br/>The arena action moved fast, yet was still well described - the dehyradration, fireballs, Rue conversation, supplies destruction, all of it. Cato was reeling form the tracker jacker attack, which is why he couldn't manage to finish off Peeta - I thought that was a plot hole. Similarly, I'm not sure if Clove really waited too long to finish off Katniss.<br/><br/>I noticed Katniss talking about her hearing gradually returning. I forgot there were two cave scenes, before and after the feast. It was clearer Katniss not wanting kids was about the Reaping as opposed to some other reason.<br/><br/>At the end, it was clear Katniss was scared of Gale's reaction to the Peeta situation. I wasn't sure if the Capitol would actually have two victors - Katniss and Peeta played that very well. It was a great setup for things really getting interesting in the sequel.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3V37HLAEMBIXG?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Set in a post-apocalyptic future North America, this book is about one girl's fight to stay alive. 'The Hunger Games' is a yearly tournament in which the districts that make up the civilization known as Panem, have to send in representatives to compete to the death until one survives. Two children, a girl and a boy, from each district are sent to this tournament, where they are given minimal training and then thrown into a controlled arena surrounded by cameras for the whole country to see. It's reality tv on steroids. But unlike our reality tv, they aren't competing for personal gain. These kids have no choice, and the prize is a unusually generous amount of food for that District. You see, the districts are all under control by the Capitol, which rations (and withholds) food and resources to maintain control. The Hunger Games is a reminder to the districts that they are in power and must honor that power. The children who are chosen to compete are aptly called Tributes and it's supposed to be a honor to fight in the games, but as you can imagine it's terrifying and something to be mourned if you get chosen.<br/><br/>This book focuses on one Tribute in particular, Katniss, from district 12 and her journey through the tournament. Of course this isn't just about Katniss. We get to know the other district 12 Tribute, Peeta, and their mentor who survived a previous Hunger Game, as well as a host of other characters who either help prepare Katniss for the competition or who are competing with her. I won't say much more than that because what's so awesome about this book is that you really don't see what's coming. I had no idea what to expect going into it, half way through it I had no idea how it was going to end, and even at the end, I had no idea what could possibly be next, but I really really want to know. So thank goodness I started reading this after the trilogy was completed because there are two more books.<br/><br/>I really love the protagonist, Katniss, the most. She's a strong, smart, and tough girl, but she's emotionally retarded. We see this most in her budding relationship with her fellow Tribute, Peeta. That relationship in particular was a surprise for me as a reader because I thought this was just going to be about fighting, but there's romance, or at least a strong potential for romance. The writing style is very simplistic, but deceptively so. There are layers here and emotional complexity with subtle social commentary or rather observations that ring true to our own society and human nature in general. The narrative never comes across as preachy though. It's written in first person, and you really do feel like you're listening to Katniss' thoughts. There's also a lot of ambiguity that will leave you with mixed emotions - my favorite type of story. For those who may be put off by the premise and prospect of children killing children, I won't lie, it's brutal at times, but there are also moments of inspiring human kindness and sentimentality that will give you hope.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DM9EYGAZS4XL?ASIN=0439023521	Okay but over-rated	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I picked this up to read once the movie was out, figuring I should find out what all the fuss was about. I enjoyed reading the book and found Katniss' character interesting, but overall I'm not blown away any particular aspect.<br/><br/>The story is set in some post-apocalyptic future where the Capitol rules over twelve districts. In the aftermath of a rebellion, the Capitol has established the Hunger Games, in which two teenagers from each district are chosen by lottery to fight to the death in a wilderness arena. We are told that the games are part punishment for the districts' rebellion. They are also televised, with all inhabitants of the districts being forced to watch select parts. This is also supposed to display the power of the Capitol. I didn't quite believe this reasoning, but just accepted it and read on.<br/><br/>Katniss has had a tough time after her father's death in the mines. When her mother became severely depressed, Katniss became the only source of food and goods for herself, her mother, and her younger sister. At the lottery for District Twelve, Katniss's sister is chosen to participate. Incapable of letting her sister go to a certain death, Katniss volunteers to take her place.<br/><br/>The majority of the book covers the preparation for the games and then follows Katniss' exploits in the arena, a mainly wooded wilderness. With her experience as an illicit hunter in her own district, Katniss quickly becomes one of the favorites in the competition. There are plot twists and other important characters - Peeta, the other participant from District Twelve, Rue, Cato, and Cinna.<br/><br/>I thought that parts of the ending were predictable, while one facet was not. I wish that some of the plot threads had been wrapped up better, but I am aware that there are two more books, so I expect that those problems will lead into the next book. I plan to see the movie and read the sequel, but I don't have any immediate need to plunge right into it. Overall - a good solid plot and protagonist, but I'm still puzzled as to why it has become so popular.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DXJ6H5YB9XMN?ASIN=0439023521	The Paper Critic - Review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is one of my favorite books, mainly because it's the start of a series that just impacts everything. This series is much more than what you think, or have been told the book represents. And for those out there who say that this is similar to Twilight... I will shank your big toe! I will note this up front, if you are reserve about which to see first the book or the movie, Definitely the Movie. The book beats the movie (as always) by a significant margin and changes a few things that tarnish the book.<br/><br/>  Katniss Everdeen, this female character is one of the strongest fictional characters that I have read about to this date. In fact she's currently my second favorite character of all time (next to Tris Prior from Divergent by Veronica Roth). She has this femininity about her that draws you in and you feel her emotion, passion, and every decision and situation she makes. However, she as well has this dark side to her that makes her far more than just a girl/woman, which brought me in closer and wanting more. Great character!<br/><br/>  This book about the games, is the beginning of probably one of the most notorious love triangles in young adult fictional books. I would like to note that I hate love triangles, they are dumb, complicated, and end up not being worth the time reading about. So... This one had my attention, I felt the emotion between Peeta, Gale, and Katniss, but at the same time the triangle didn't have the depth to it, it lacked something from Katniss or Gale. Like there was supposed to be a response, or just something that lingers in the back of your mind. It was a great triangle, made you tug to which one she should or shouldn't be with.<br/><br/>  The buildup to the games was slow and boring, but I understood why it was needed. Without the training sessions and getting to know some of the other characters, there would be this disjointed feeling between the games and the characters in it. As well, one of the most prolific support characters wouldn't have had as much meaning as what she did.<br/><br/>  The games were magnificent; there was a sense of fear around every branch, hidden in the background of the trees. I felt that the tributes were portrayed accurately, the fear and some of the enthusiasm and arrogance in some of them. When the games began, I felt the raw power and brutality that the games bring about. As well as the pain and how the relationships are changed and molded over and over throughout the games cycle.<br/><br/>  The issue I had with this book was the other districts. I was left wondering about the people in the other districts and wanted to see more of them and what they did for a living. It was something that I felt left a gaping hole in the middle of the world building. In fact the entire world building is confined to the Capitol and District 12, so I feel safe to assume I'm right in questioning why none of the other districts were involved.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TDB0VAGAGH4Q?ASIN=0439023521	What a start to a trilogy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When a friend, who knows something of one's reading tastes, recommends a novel, that novel has instant ""status"" as one that is worthy of the time invested to read.  The friend who recommended this novel was most adamant that I read it.  So I bought it (and the second book in this series), read it and found that, if anything, the book was not commended highly enough.  So engaging was this futuristic work of fiction that I read it in less than three days.<br/>Set in a future post civil war destroyed America, now known as ""Panem,"" the story is narrated by, and told from the perspective of, Katniss Everdeen.  Katniss lives in District 12, the area responsible for producing the coal for the rest of the country, particularly for the Capital and which was once known as ""Appalachia.""  At 16, she has had to become the provider for her mother and younger sister after her father was killed in a mine explosion.  She does so by hunting and gathering ""outside the fence"" of her designated area.  To be caught doing so means  imprisonment at least and a slow, tortuous death at worst.  Spending the last four years honing her skills as an archer and hunter have prepared her to participate in the ""Hunger Games,"" an annual event created by The Capital to remind the citizens of Panem of their tenuous hold on life and to punish them for rebelling decades before.  In these games, a male and a female, ages 12 to 18 are chosen (and are called ""tributes"") to represent their district in a contest against the other 11 district tributes.  The contest rules are simple, be the last one alive.  That person will receive wealth and luxury for the rest of their lives.<br/>The majority of the book takes place, as expected, in the midst of ""the Games.""  There are moments of violence, of course, but they would be rated PG-13, there are no sexual moments but there is tension sufficient to make this a page turner.  While the book would be rated ""PG-13,"" the movie, should it ever be made, will be a definite ""R,"" as there would be no way to portray teenagers killing each other, or be seen in the clothing Ms. Collins has the characters dressed in at points in the tale, that could be rated less.  This is a Young Adult novel.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is an opportunity to consider contemporary society.  The ""have nots"" must labor incessantly, disregarding the personal cost, for the benefit of the faceless ""haves"" in a distant Capital that provides nothing but grief and demands upon its subjects.  The destruction that caused these Games to occur is of the citizen's own doing, the Capital had more resources and thus won the war but the Capital was created by the citizenry before the war.  There is much reflection of present America in this tale.  The things that are occurring within our world are of our own creation, the gap between the ""haves"" and the ""have-nots"" is widening, and the Government is seen to be responsible for the woes that are present in our lives.  Katniss is a reminder that the individual still has choices to make, can be the cause for hope and has the opportunity to be defined in their own terms.<br/>To quote a past president, ""there is nothing wrong with America that cannot be fixed by what his right with America.""  We, as a nation, have many struggles ahead of us, problems that must be solved that will require sacrifice and commitment and only each other to depend upon to see each of us survive.  We, as a nation, can play ""The Hunger Games"" and strive to be the last one standing.  The winner of that game will rule over a lonely, desolate, wasteland that will not be worth the cost it took to conquer.  Or, as a nation, we can commit that we can work together to accomplish what one alone, or smaller groups, cannot.  The winner(s) in that game will witness a world that is safer, connected, fertile and worth passing along to our descendants.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PWCJQS479FJ9?ASIN=0439023521	Okay--not fabulous but it's all right.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I only heard about this book when the movie came out and since it exploded so abruptly onto the book scene, I borrowed it from a friend to read.<br/><br/>Overall, I thought it was just--okay. I didn't really see what the fuss was about. While certainly better than some garbage on the market (Twilight) and an interesting premise--I found it lacking in real characterization.<br/><br/>Katniss is mostly just okay. I have only read the first book--and I heard that she wimps out in the last two--which is disappointing, if that's true. She is fairly realistic about her chances. Sometimes her 'hostile' attitudes seem extremely forced--like the Author was extremely emphatic on creating an anti-Bella. But she's also fairly tough and self-reliant, which I really liked in a female lead.<br/><br/>Unfortunately, I can smell a love triangle from a mile away so I just tried to ignore Gale and Peeta's sissy attitudes when it comes to whether or not Katniss 'meant' any of the act that she and Peeta were putting on during the games. Like, really you two? That's what you're worried about? Life or death situation, you morons. There are more important things out there.<br/><br/>The Games themselves--I thought the brutality was undercut by the Peeta/Katniss act going on. Basically everyone except Districts 11 and 12 are portrayed are barbarous bloody-thirsty animals. But Katniss mourns and adorns Rue with flowers, but leaves Foxface (who never did anything to anyone, except be really smart and avoid everything). The love story, to me, was kind of unnecessary--but I guess this is marketed to young teens.<br/><br/>I was also thinking the entire time--about why on earth the districts allow this to go on. I have heard that this is addressed in the other two books--but just in the first one, it seems so weird that the adults don't rise up to protect their children like they should be.<br/><br/>One thing I did REALLY love---was the contrast set up between the Capital and the outer districts. That was cool. I liked that a lot.<br/><br/>Of course, there is also the inevitable Battle Royale comparison--a Japanese novel with a similar story--though much more thought out and I would say, more brutal. Also a good deal more characterization--so that you actually give a crap or are interested in some of the characters.<br/><br/>I shouldn't sound so sour--I did like the book. I thought it was an interesting quick read. Took me just a couple hours to get through it--I just recently saw the movie so I'm thinking about reading the last two, which might change my mind. So its okay, definitely worth a look if you've never read Battle Royale. But it has kind of the ""Author's First Published Book"" tang to it. The writing is kind of shaky, a little clumsy, characterizations are sometimes inconsistent but maybe those improve through the books? I hope so, cause its an interesting premise.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R101D1WXKIZCZB?ASIN=0439023521	Finally a popular book worth the buzz.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games has probably been the most popular series since Twilight and Harry Potter. It's hard not to hear what people are saying about them at this point. A lot of people think their just an excuse to write about kids killing kids. A chance to spin a love triangle for another ""silly YA romance."" In all honesty the reason I've put off reading them is simply because popular books usually tend to let me down. Well I can definitely say this book is an exception.<br/><br/>The world that The Hunger Games takes place is a futuristic look where the USA no longer exists, the land is different now, Panem is the new power. The Capital runs the country and the people of the 12 districts are ruthlessly controlled. Starvation is a common thing to die from and people rarely make it to old age. Once a year two children of each sex is drawn to participate in The Hunger Games, where they will fight to the death. The Capitals reminder that rebellion against them is futile and that the people should be grateful to have such a government.<br/><br/>HG is a shocking look into the type of government system that every human fears. Where one wrong word or action could be taken as rebellion against the government, when it was only an act of survival. It's amazing hearing the indifference of the Capital population about the slaughter of innocents, kids between the ages 12-18. The world is well thought out and a cold slap. One that I thick every reader should experience.<br/><br/>Even though Collins first entry into the series is small and her writing style simple, everything is felt. Every time Katniss avoided death I was their experiencing it, I could believe in her no nonsense character. Each character comes across exactly as the author painted them, caring, frivolous, loving, scary, deadly, and sad. What's more is the love triangle in her is phenomenal. Katniss is girl who doesn't want love or the consequences of bringing a child into such a horrible world. Love is nothing she's pondered about, she has more important things to worry about such as keeping her family alive and fed. This causes the love story to become enchanting as it creeps up on Katniss.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is well worth all the buzz. It's raw and haunting, leaving readers to ponder the story long after they've read that last page. The romance is beautiful and subtle--and I can count on one hand how many love triangles I've read that I can actually say felt real, and I wanted to continue. The first book sparks a fire within to see the Capital fall and the people freed--rebellion. This book played so well with my emotions I know that I'll follow this series to whatever end.<br/><br/>Sexual Content: Some kissing and stuff. There's a lot of human cruelty in here.<br/><br/>4/5- Great! Really enjoyed it<br/><br/>Originally reviewed at Book Whispers.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPS80MH0YECJM?ASIN=0439023521	Battle Royale with Cheese	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins, The Hunger Games (Scholastic Press, 2008)<br/><br/>Okay, so, yeah. I guess I wanted to see what all the fuss was about. And honestly, when it comes to YA series with fuss these days, I pretty much expect to be disappointed, as they range from the mediocre (Harry Potter) to the downright awful (Twilight). So in that respect, I have to admit I was kind of pleasantly surprised by The Hunger Games, the first book of Suzanne Collins' trilogy about Katniss Everdeen's adventures in some sort of post-war society (we're not given details about what happened to the world in this first novel). On the other hand, it's kind of Battle Royale lite, and given what a fan I am of Takami Koushun's novel, I was kind of disappointed in that regard. That said, there are a lot of pretty durned good books that are based on other books (Jane Smiley's A Thousand Acres, of course, is a direct descendant of King Lear, for example), so I'm not going to ding it too hard for that, despite Collins' insistence that she was entirely unaware of Koushun's novel (or the smash-hit cult film based on it).<br/><br/>Plot: Katniss Everdeen is sixteen years old, living on the fringes of District 12 in the continent of Panem, a post-apocalyptic North America (District 12 corresponds in modern geography to the Appalachians; basically, Katniss is from Kentucky/West Virginia/somewhere in there). She and her best friend spend their days slipping the fences that separate the ""civilized"" parts of society from the wilds, hunting the beasts that the fences are designed to keep out, and selling the meat on the black market. Despite the illegality of her way of making a living and the stigma attached to her family since her mother, once a noted herbalist, went insane following the death of her husband, Katniss is a popular figure in District 12. The year's selection contest for the Hunger Games is coming up, and this is the last year Katniss is eligible; one more year and she can breathe a sigh of relief. On the other hand, her sister Primrose is old enough to be eligible for the first time...and when the selection comes around, inevitably, Primrose is chosen. Katniss steps up in her place and joins Peeta Malark, the son of the local baker, as the tribute from District 12.<br/><br/>Then come the games themselves, and if you've read Battle Royale or any of the other pieces of literature that pursue this same line of thinking, you know what's going to happen: everyone gets tossed into an arena, and everyone fights until there's only one person left. It's an inherently interesting concept, as long as the author is capable of building solid, three-dimensional minor characters. Collins is, though perhaps she's not as good as Koushun (and this, by the by, is where the film adaptation of Battle Royale fails; we lack a sense of many of the minor competitors). But we get to know Katniss and Peeta's opponents without the team ever conversing with them, through Katniss' keen sense of observation; she finds unexpected allies in interesting places, expected enemies in even more interesting places, and comes to realize that she's not the only cunning contestant to be found on the grounds. Overall, we've got a bunch of interesting characters in an interesting situation, well-written enough to keep the suspense ratcheted up without the whole b ook deflating when we pause briefly once in a while to advance the are-they-or-aren't-they? romance subplot between Katniss and Peeta (unfortunately the book's weak spot; it advances rigorously along old-Harlequin-formula-romance-novel lines).<br/><br/>While writing this review, I've actually talked myself into revising my initial rating upwards a bit; I realized some stuff about it I didn't while I was originally reading the novel. It's a nifty little thing, perhaps not as deserving of the incredible amount of hype as it could have been, but certainly not a disappointment in most ways. It's good enough to make me look forward to reading the other two novels in the trilogy. ***</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KTV0AQ36L8E8?ASIN=0439023521	My Teenage Self Would've Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book is well written and very innovative. It is very clear to see why this book has become so insanely popular over the last few years. However I was expecting something completely different. I thought the book would be more focused on the actual Hunger Games but *SEMI-SPOILER* it becomes too entangled with a love story. It almost felt, dare I say it, too Twilight-ish. What appeared to be a side love story became the focus of the entire book. It felt as if Collins had changed her mind about what to make of this book about halfway through. The first half of the book is really detailed about life in the Districts, the history behind the Hunger Games, etc. It was pretty interesting stuff. Even the beginning of the Games were pretty well written and intriguing. Once the Games had been going for a while, however, it felt as if Collins decided to reroute the story line and the fact-driven, detail-oriented plot which existed in the first half, disappeared. Some parasitic love story began to consume the once great story. Towards the end it becomes really apparent where entire chunks of time, in what should be a strange land to Katniss, are just forgotten due to her new-found love sickness/obsession. Even though that is a viable reason, the girl is living in poverty at the beginning of the book and at the end she is living the most luxurious of lifestyles YET the only thing she can focus on is some boy from the town which she grew up. Seriously? If I was piss poor one day and suddenly living the life of Donald Trump, I'm pretty sure my love sickness for some chump I grew up with yet never did anything about would subside.<br/>Now don't get me wrong, I enjoy a good love story but the huge focus change really turned me off to the plot. I'm sure my teenage self would have loved it with it's half action/half love story, simple plot, and a teenage angst would have been an instant classic with me. But now I wish it would have focused more on the Games.<br/>Overall, if you have a few hours and a few bucks, go for it. In the end everyone's opinion is different. Plus, what harm could come from reading more?</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R70MQ19KQQSXZ?ASIN=0439023521	Dystopian Worlds I'd had to live in...but love to read about	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">""The time has come to select a courageous young man and woman<br/>to participate in this year's Hunger Games""~Effie Trinket<br/>""Let the 74th Annual Hunger Games Begin!""~Caesar Flickerman<br/><br/>The Hunger Games Trilogy takes place in post-apocalyptic North America, now known as Panem. The government requires one boy and one girl between the ages of twelve and eighteen from each of the twelve districts to act as ""tributes"" in the annual Hunger Games (a televised fight to the death where the lone victor becomes rich).<br/><br/>Characters<br/><br/>Katniss Everdeen becomes District 12's female tribute and has to fight to survive not just for herself, but also for her family. Peeta Mellark is the male tribute from District 12 and he has a few secrets he's never told Katniss. Haymitch Abernathy, District 12's only victor who spends his life at the bottom of a bottle, is Katniss and Peeta's mentor and their lifeline. Haymitch, along with Effie the escort, Cinna and Portia (the stylists) help Katniss and Peeta make a lasting impression on the potential sponsors who could very well save their lives in the arena. At home, while Katniss and Peeta are in the Capitol and the Arena, Katniss' friend Gale helps her mother and little sister, Prim(rose) as they are forced to watch the Games on TV.<br/><br/>The Tributes from each of the 12 Districts (24 kids) are taken to the luxurious Capitol where they are paraded around, interviewed, and trained for the nation-wide televised fight to the death. Getting sponsors and survival are the only things that can save the main protagonist, Katniss Everdeen, if she wishes to survive and continue to feed and protect her family. Dying is not an option for her.<br/><br/>Movie<br/><br/>Some people didn't like the movie. When I first saw it, I loved it. However, as I've watched it several more times, I've become increasingly dissatisfied. Not because of what they cut out (which was a lot, including certain things I think needed to be included) but with how the director, Gary Ross, filmed the movie. He used a handheld camera to show ""subjectivity"" because he felt if he used normal filming techniques with stable wide-angle lenses, movie audiences would become like  the flamboyant and ignorant citizens of ""the Capitol"" watching The Hunger Games, instead of understanding fans of Suzanne Collins' visceral book. I understand his thinking, but I still wish the screen didn't shake every two seconds making some people experience vertigo rather than watching the movie.<br/><br/>Other Notes<br/><br/>I highly recommend this trilogy, I read all three books in 9 hours and stayed up until 2 in the morning reading it last Thanksgiving, and it certainly made me grateful that I didn't live in Panem. I suggest everyone stops reading this and buy The Hunger Games already! Then, when you're done with the Trilogy (however long that takes you), I'd also check out <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Divergent/dp/B004CFA9RS"">Divergent</a> and <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Insurgent/dp/B00AJEVS6W"">Insurgent</a> by Veronica Roth.<br/><br/>To read more of my book reviews, please go to [...]</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HE3PU4ES2AQA?ASIN=0439023521	Against All Odds	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">""The Hunger Games"" is the explosive first book in Suzanne Collins' post-apocalyptic trilogy. Katniss Everdeen, the novel's sixteen-year-old heroine, has grown up in what was formerly North America but which is now referred to as Panem, a socialistic culture consisting of twelve districts run by the privileged residents of the Capitol. Because of a quelled uprising by the now-extinct thirteenth district, one boy and one girl tribute between the ages of 12 and 18 must be offered each year to compete in the eponymous tournament. Names are drawn in a lottery to determine who will become the designated contenders, and they must fight to the death as the event is publicly broadcast until only one of the twenty-four remains. When Katniss' younger sister Primrose is chosen for district twelve, Katniss volunteers to go in her place along with Peeta Mellark, the boy tribute. After preparation and training at the Capitol, the tributes are taken to a remote location and the Hunger Games begins. As each day passes, survival seems less likely amid threats by not only their opponents but also the overseers at the Capitol, who are able to control the contest's various elements. Relationships are formed and broken as the tributes dwindle, and the outcome is different and more consequential than anyone could have imagined.  Although intended for young adult audiences, this novel reads like adult literature and will appeal to a large reading public. Despite its dark and somber nature, ""The Hunger Games"" demonstrates that while adverse outcomes and seemingly impossible odds can bring out the worst in people, some human instincts never die. As for readers, odds are that if you choose to embark on this journey, you won't be able to resist the second and third books in the trilogy!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RAZPYEUXFN2RH?ASIN=0439023521	It is definitely a page-turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Having seen this book everywhere, and being dimly aware that they already made the movie (I generally don't watch movies), I guess I figured I better find out what the fuss was about.  I'm a little slow on the uptake of popular culture sometimes.<br/><br/>What I found is that much of the praise is quite warranted.<br/><br/>Some authors just know how to tell a story.  If I could make a recommendation, I would save this book until such a time as you need to effortlessly occupy several hours.  If you open it at bedtime you might end up reading until the wee hours.<br/><br/>The criticism I have is that it doesn't seem like the magnitude of the moral or psychological horror of the games, or the Capitol, is ever expressed by the characters. Maybe that's what happens after several generations over which the hopeless cruelty of the games, and the incessant oppression and exploitation by the Capitol, just obliterates any sense of moral outrage.<br/><br/>I kept expecting Katniss, or someone...anyone, to rage some.  I kept expecting a more thorough examination of the moral dilemma (kill an innocent or become a dead innocent).  The premise is absolutely brutal, and the real human response to such brutality remains unexplored.<br/><br/>Another disappointment is that Katniss is the only character.  Everyone else is just a foil, mirror, or echoing surface off of which bounces.  Haymitch, for example, could be an excellent character.  There seems to be more to Cinna than meets the eye.  Maybe this is all being set up for the next books in the series, I don't know.<br/><br/>Maybe one is asking for too much from a supposed young-adult novel.  In conclusion, we have an excellent piece of entertainment, which maybe could have been a moving piece of literature.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33YAEU6RJYJB5?ASIN=0439023521	Let the Games Begin	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">In the book Hunger Games, Suzanne Collins develops an adventurous journey that leads through a powerful, but difficult time to survive and win for their district. Collins creates an interesting feel because even though it is fight to the death, there are other aspects to the book. She invents romance, action, and real world issues that are occurred to this day. The book makes us think about life lessons that we normal teens might not think about from day-to-day. Would you kill someone if it was a choice between murder and your own death? How can people survive when all the odds are stacked against them? Suzanne explains this by creating a world of poverty and hunger; the parents of the young gladiators are so beaten down and afraid of the totalitarian regime that they just hug their kids and pray to have food on the table. Every time I eat, I always think about the children, especially Prim, whose begging and dying for food. I have developed a whole new respect for starving children, who are fortunate like me. The Hunger Games is the best book I have ever read through my ten years of reading.<br/>The Hunger Games takes place in a nation known as Panem, established in North America after the destruction of the continent's civilization by an unknown apocalyptic event. The nation consists of the wealthy Capitol and twelve surrounding, poorer districts united under the Capitol's control. District 12, where the book begins, is located in the coal-rich region that was formerly known as Appalachia. As punishment for a past rebellion against the Capitol, in which a 13th district was destroyed, one boy and one girl between the ages of 12 and 18 from each district are selected by an annual lottery to participate in the Hunger Games, an event in which the tributes must fight to the death in an outdoor arena controlled by the Capitol, until only one individual remains. The male tribute Peeta Mellark and the volunteer Katniss Everdeen begin their journey together, while they say goodbye to their families for possibly the last time. Together they use each other, their knowledge, their resources, and other tributes to kill the dangers of Katniss and Peeta to their advantage.<br/>The character Cinna, reminds me of the show Project Runway. He uses the same fashion techniques as the show Project Runway. Cinna creates that impressive visual aspect of creative clothing and make-up techniques. Cinna also reminds me of Tyra Banks. They both know high fashion and know have to make others look amazingly beautiful. On the other hand the overall book reminds me of the series Twilight. They both endure violence and romance of one other. Peeta and Gale have a thing for Katniss, while Bella and Edward have romantic relationship.<br/>Epiphany is a character's sudden realization of a truth in a work of literature. This novel has many important epiphanies that change the course of the plot. The most vital epiphany for Katniss came was when Rue died and she suddenly understood what Peeta meant about being ""more than just a piece in their Games"" (Collins 236). This is when she truly decides to fight against the Capitol. I think this revelation is what will drive her throughout the series.  Another example of epiphany is when Katniss discovers that she and Peeta have a similar goal, so they are truly connected. They work as a team and care for each other when they are hurt or trying to kill the other tributes.<br/>Another major literary element in The Hunger Games is symbolism. The mocking jay pin is the circular gold token Katniss wears during the Games to represent District 12. Each tribute is allowed one item to remind them of their friends and family in their home district; the small pin bearing the image of a bird in flight is Katniss's. The mocking jay pin was originally given to Katniss by the mayor's daughter, before Katniss's departure to the Capitol to participate in the Hunger Games. Though Katniss forgets about the pin during her training sessions, Cinna is sure to place the mocking jay prominently on Katniss's outfit for the arena. He tells her that the little pin ""barely cleared the review board"" since the authorities thought Katniss might be able to use the pin as a weapon (Collins 78). While the thought of a tiny little pin being used as a weapon might seem silly to us, but as we will find out, it is indeed an incredibly powerful and important weapon.<br/>In general the novel is written for any gender and it a young adult series. The book stars a boy and a girl and involves hunting, deaths, romance, fighting, and life lessons. I would say the age range should be 11 and up. I feel at the age of 11, they can comprehend a level like this book, and take the full meaning of The Hunger Games to full heart. Also younger people under 11 shouldn't read the book because it may be inappropriate for them. The violence and romance can be too much for them to read and deal with. I would highly recommend using this age limit and you will see why it can be inappropriate and too graphic for the child's mind.<br/>I had heard this was a great book so I bought it with high expectations. It's so interesting that a book targeted for young adults has all teenagers as main characters. I'm usually not a big fan of fantasy novel, but this one I couldn't put down. The violence was strong for a young-adult book and I thought it was great nonetheless. I understand the setting is in a semi-post apocalypse, but does the author really believe human nature to be that bad? It put me into perspective for quite a while. Overall the book was breathtaking and inspiring to me. I 100% recommend the novel, The Hunger Games!!!<br/>By: Ashley Colaizzi</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKTKM5BZ4906X?ASIN=0439023521	A good read, but the editor should have helped the writer more.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I decided to read this book before seeing the movie. Also it was recommended by my older brother and sister in law after they gave me a kindle for Christmas. I was expecting a Battle Royale type of copycat story but was surprised to that the story and the fights were nothing to that level of violence.<br/>I'll start with my one and only major complaint: the author uses ""says"" almost 98% of the time when anyone speaks! This is point when you use the character's words to describe what they are feeling or going through at that moment. Even if the whole story is done through Katniss` point of view, this one thing could have helped flesh out the scenes and emotions of the character's and also give them sense of movement.<br/>My only minor complaint is the lack of detail or some background about the Capitol. Again, even though this is all Katniss view of the world it would have really set up the Capitol as the true enemy of everyone. From all the technology they have to medicines and just living comfortable off the backs of the weaker Districts and how they obviously cheat by raising and training Tributes, which is against their rules. I figure the next two books will elaborate of this.<br/>Just those two things brought it down from a five star rating that it could have gotten. It is a very enjoyable read and the pace is really well set. It moves from really slow moments that catch off guard as something suddenly and unexpected happens out of no where, just to slow down again to set you up for something worse.<br/>This is a fast read because of the way it is written. Everything is from one person's perspecive and sometimes leaves you wonder what might be going through the personas in the book. You learn who Katniss is but wonder about those around her. The language is pretty simple at best which also contributes to the fast read. Since this is set in a ruined America the terms and references to locations that have changed are easy to imagine.<br/>I do recommend this book to teenage readers and to adults who want a good read that moves along well.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19GXSF1W08O5X?ASIN=0439023521	classic anti-utopia	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger games is part of a trilogy.  Despite the fact it is clearly written as such (the following books not an after-thought but an essential part of a whole work), it also stands on its own.<br/><br/>It provides an incredibly compelling story.  The model of a post-apocalyptic capital exploiting the people and resources of fragmented societies held in check by military force and, importantly, by the ""games"" seems other-worldly until upon reflection it is more like status quo than I'd like to admit.  The sheer brutality of it all, not only of the Games but in the way the government exercises control over the outlier states, is brilliantly glossed over by the government.  The parallels to present day are all too clear.  This book is a classic anti-utopia.<br/><br/>Ironically, the weakness may be the description of the Games themselves, where aspects seemed strained in the description.  Part of this is the first-person perspective of the book: only those things evident to Katniss can be described.  The subsequent film, which was remarkably loyal to the book, was liberated from this restriction and was able to show more.  On the other hand, the film by necessity simplified some things, yielding a hurried aspect to the Games there which the book doesn't share.<br/><br/>While I really enjoyed this book , when I compare it to some of the greats of the anti-utopian genre, for example Lord Of the Flies comes to mind, the writing seems to fall a bit short.  But I don't want to sell it short: I strongly recommend The Hunger Games, especially if you haven't yet seen the film.  But if you have seen the film, you owe it to yourself to read the original, especially since the first-person narrative is much more intimate with Katniss's thoughts and perceptions.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CLU01HTLX5KA?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games .... Beautiful Brutality!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have read many of the reviews on the Hunger Games series. I agree with many and not so much with others ... but that's the great thing about book discussions. Gaining different perspective from others can often make us open our minds to things in ways we never thought of. One reviewer wrote that Hunger Games is not a new idea but rather just a retelling of Battle Royal. Well, I have a theory on this, and I will keep it simple. As a musician, we often hear ""there are no more original ideas, it's how you play the music"". I think the same can be said for almost any book as well. It is all in the way you tell the story ...<br/><br/>  Hunger Games, WOW! Could there be a more mind-blowing concept for a story! I found myself torn between what Suzanne Collins was trying to take a jab at (in a good way). Was she poking at society? Was she poking at the media? Was she poking about classes and segregation? Was she making a point about bad fashion? Was she making a point of it all? Absolutely brilliant writing ... I don't care what anyone else says! I was engulfed in the story from the first chapter of book one and could not put it down. I read all three books in one week. AH-MAZE-ING story telling! Thank you Suzanne!!<br/><br/>  Could there be a more deliciously brutal and screwed up world? The facts are simple, and so so so awfully intriguing! To sum it up ... greed destroyed the world, to survive they divided it into 13 poverty stricken districts to which each provide a resource that is delivered to the rich and glutenous Capitol, District 13 fights back and is squashed by the Capitol, as punishment each district must give up one boy and one girl between ages 12 and 18 to fight to the death as a reminder to know their place in society .... and the whole thing is televised ENTERTAINMENT for the Capitol. And that is just the tip of this very complex iceberg. The further you dig the more substance you find. Suzanne Collins is an EXCELLENT story teller.<br/><br/>Hunger Games - as mentioned above, is an excellently twisted tale with adventure, love triangle, intrigue and deception. The characters will suck you in and make you love them! The love triangle will keep you guessing (and hoping)! The action will keep you on the edge of your seat! The atrocity will piss you off! Rue will make you bawl your eyes out! And I can promise you that when the ending rolls around you will absolutely rush out to get that second book!!<br/><br/>**One thing I want to strongly advise here! If you saw the movie, do yourself a favor and READ THE BOOK!! Suzanne Collins had to cry with the final cut of the movie. While I think the actors did a wonderful job, the director did not do a good job of telling the story ... he missed the entire point and feel of the books completely! Please, read the books! The movie does not do them justice.**<br/><br/>  Normally my reviews are full of spoilers. This time however, I did my best to leave as much out as possible. I didn't want to ruin a thing! It is rare that I give anything 5 stars (whether I write the review or rate it in my head). The Hunger Games trilogy by Suzanne Collins is by far one of the best series I have read in 2012! I can not recommend it high enough! If you like action, emotion, love triangles, dystopia, excellent character development, and excellent story telling ... then this is YOUR story! Stop reading my review and go read the book already! I promise you, it will not disappoint!<br/><br/>~*~ Rhea</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HXJ69PG61UT8?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games Will Leave you Hungry for More	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games will leave you hanging in this science fiction thriller. Suzanne Collins has written another great book. This chronological book is filled with death and survival. This book didn't let me stop reading. ""You never forget the face of your last hope,"" says Suzanne Collins. Collins has written an eye-popping, suspenseful book. She will have you asking for more. The Hunger Games sold more than 36.5 million copies in the U.S.<br/><br/>  The Hunger Games takes place in an exciting future in North America. This is exciting because the author describes it so beautifully that I feel like I am actually in the story. The plot is very exciting because Collins describes it very well that I couldn't put the book down. The tributes get picked in a lottery by the Capitol to see who competes in The Hunger Games. 24 kids go into war as a punishment for their ancestors rebelling against the Capitol's government. They have to fight and survive on their own in a playing field that takes place in the wilderness. Collins keeps you on the edge of your seat as you read along. The tributes are a huge part of the story. I can really relate to some of them because of their feelings and attitudes. The main character is a 16 year old girl named Katniss and she volunteers as tribute for her younger sister Primrose after she got picked in the lottery. The other main character is Peeta. He is the male tribute to fight in District 12. I feel I can relate to Katniss because I would be scared if any of my younger sisters got picked to fight in a war.<br/><br/> Suzanne Collins uses vivid words about where the tributes are. An example is ""I ran through the shady parts of the woods."" She gives each character a different look and personality. For example, ""He is disgusting, but I am grateful."" She uses great language to strengthen the text by using similes. An example is ""She was as calm as a river."" I think this author was successful because the story was so beautifully written that I couldn't put the book down. ""I couldn't stop reading,"" says Stephan King. ""Engaging, brutal but engaging,"" says anonymous. This book made me feel sad because all of the kids were fighting and killing each other. I also felt amazed because of the courage Katniss and Peeta showed when they got picked to fight in The Hunger Games.<br/><br/> If you liked The Hunger Games then you might like Gregor the Overlander. You will like this because it is by the same author. You will also like this because it is a fantasy page turner. You will also like this because it is an adventurist nail bitter. Also it will pull at your heart strings as you keep reading. You will love all Suzanne Collins books. You will like The Hunger Games because it was very well written. You will really like this book because it is science-fiction and takes place in a breathtaking future. You will very much like this book because it is filled with death, survival, and romance.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JU8Q0AHFOTDN?ASIN=0439023521	The Fight For Death	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">"" Happy Hunger Games , And may the odds be ever in your favor. ""<br/>  I read the  fantastic Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins. In this death defying Sci Fi story  the true theme of the story is survival and keeping your humanity and dignity as you try to  survive. I wonder if as your trying to survive you think ,will I survive ,  what will become of me. I believe Suzanne Collins will have every reader who reads this book on their edge of their seats. I hope readers will find the<br/>Hunger Games  heart tugging , and inspirational.<br/>  The Hunger Games take place in a poor town called Panem. The plot<br/>explains the importance of survival and striving for  life. The characters are all different , and they all seem to have different  traits from one another, probably because of all their different experiences. I hope I see the characters grow more in the novel because they have grown a lot ,but I want more change from  them it would make me more satisfied. Suzanne Collins really used beautiful language when finding the main idea of the story. An  example is when she wrote , two people named Katniss and Peeta fighting for survival  against 22 other people from other districts . The main idea  is each year one  boy and one  girl are  chosen from each district to fight to the death. If your name is picked you must go and fight till their is only one person left. The whole idea behind the whole things is for peoples entertainment that is why they program it on tv so people will watch it , and the capital a lot of money from it. . The story has a  one big meaning,  people will fight for what they want most , survival.<br/>  In an amazing review on amazon.com by E.R. Bird on the  famous  Hunger Games. She writes ""  Your story often rests on the shoulders of the protagonist . "" , "" Is this a believable character ? "" , "" Do you root for him or her ? "" ,  "" Because basically it is a very hard thing to create a "" good "" person on the page that your reader is going to fall in love with . ""After reading  this amazing review . I believe the reviewer sees the Hunger Games in  a different way then anyone else does because they give you a great amount of a good glimpse , and what it really means. The reviewer stated "" Author's Craft can relate to having fun adventures involving a boy , his sister and a world beneath our world . "" For a quote from a reviewer I went on goodeads.com , and I found a great quote "" You don't forget the face of the person who was your last hope . "" I believe this describes the Hunger Games amazingly because it tells you the truth of the Hunger Games . Thank you to amazon.com and goodreads.com for letting me use their resources for this paragraph.<br/>  Well to the closing of my book review I've decided to share with you 3 books that you will love just as much as the Hunger Games. My first book is Tum Tum , and Nutmeg. In my favorite novel ever,  two unordinary mice live exactly like people in a small area called Rose Cottage in a  broom cupboard  , and the journeys they have will amaze you. In this greet book by Emily Bearns it will have you sitting on the edge of your seat.  Another great story is Beryl , A Pigs Tale. In this amazing story it  takes place at two different places a  commercial warehouse , and in the woods. Beryl is a young pig who has been separated from her parents and is in search of them. The  interesting part of the book is the pigs can talk. Jane Simmons will definitely have you begging for more. My final , and third book is The Wonderful Wizard Of Oz by  L. Frank Baum will definitely have you hungry for more  . In this amazing story that takes place in Kansas and The Land Of Oz a young girl named Dorothy gets trapped in a tornado and is blown off to an unknown place called The Land Of Oz  where strange things can talk , and there are good witches  ,and bad witches . Dorothy the young girl will definitely get you going. Well thats it for now ,but thank you so much for reading. Remember "" May the odds be ever in in you favor . ""</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGEFKCTT8HKPP?ASIN=0439023521	{review}	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">""The rules of the Hunger Games are simple. In punishment for the uprising, each of the twelve districts must provide one girl and one boy, called tributes, to participate. The twenty-four tributes will be imprisoned in a vast outdoor arena that could hold anything from a burning desert to a frozen wasteland. Over the period of several weeks, the competitors must fight to the death. The last tribute standing wins,"" {suzanne collins}.<br/><br/>{my thoughts} - I really enjoyed this book for a number of reasons.<br/><br/>{part one} - This book isn't what I had originally assumed even though I had gotten a lot of insight about it from a friend. It has in fact exceeded my expectations. It follows the journey of Katniss Everdeen and Peeta Mallark as they are chosen as players {tributes} in the Hunger Games. They are from District 12 which is one of the poorest in the country and based on the description within the book it reminds me of the {great depression { only through a more futuristic type of stand point.<br/><br/>{part two} - This part consisted of a lot of trial and error as well as some emotion. Along with all of that came a lot of destruction as well as death and determination to survive against all odds. The players within the arena have learned that the quickest way to eliminate some of the other players is by joining forces and then eliminating their allies when they are no longer of any use. This part ended with a new rule being announced that added a nice twist to the storyline.<br/><br/>{part three} - The end of the book which was based on survival and cunning manipulation in my honest opinion. It also embarks on the journey of rebellion towards the Capitol that is in charge of these Hunger Games which shows that it is possible to ""stick it to the man"" if you have enough determination and the cunning ability to outsmart them.<br/><br/>In the end the characters had out smarted the government in which I believe to be completely justified given that I view the Hunger Games as Barbaric and unnecessary evil. I understand the government's desire to show that they are still in control and can still force it's citizens to bend at their beckon call but I don't believe that brutal murder between teenagers as a form of entertainment is worth the risk of another up-rise within the districts against the Capitol.<br/><br/>{reason for reading} - Everyone was talking about it so I had to see what all the hype was about.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3517JUMJ87D5?ASIN=0439023521	I feel like a teenager now...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So, after much persistence from my teenage friends (yes, I have some) I finally buckled and read `The Hunger Games'.  To be honest, it actually took an adult friend (mother to a teenager) to get me to do it.  She read the book after her kid did and told me that it was much better than she expected and that I'd really like it.  Coming down from some heavier reading, I like to mix things up with some light fare to balance out the weight and so I gave it a go.<br/><br/>I want to start by saying that anyone who comes here to merely bash at the idea of children killing children really has no grounds to do so since they read the book wholly aware of the contents.  If you can justify reading the book knowing that you will be reading about children between the ages of 12-18 fighting to the death in gladiatorial like matches then you can't complain about the subject matter.  Sure, I'm not sure why there is this cultural fascination with youths engaging in mortal combat, but I can no longer take a stand against it since I was sucked into it and actually read this thing.<br/><br/>Seriously though, as mature as the subject (I'm not sure I think twelve year olds should be reading this), this book is a decent read.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games referred to in the books title is a televised event where tributes from different colonies in a post-apocalyptic United States fight to the death for honor, wealth and food rations.  The tributes are chosen at random and there are two per colony, resulting in twenty-four tributes ranging from 12-18 who will hunt and kill one another during the course of however many days it takes.  They are dropped off in a manufactured environment with limited resources and they are watched by the world (many of whom are placing bets on who will win).  This is a game, a sport, much like the gladiatorial events in ancient Rome.  `The Hunger Games' centers on Katniss, a young woman who is the sole caretaker for her family after her father died in the mines and her mother basically retreated into herself.  When Katniss's twelve year-old sister is chosen for the games, Katniss offers herself in her place and then prepares herself for battle.  Katniss is smart and skilled, but there is more at stake than her life.<br/><br/>First thing to be noted is that the book is a very easy read.  I read it in about three days.  The pages just breeze by, and the plot is very interesting and easy to follow, which was nice.  The character development is a tad formulaic, but it doesn't really matter.  The writing leaves a lot to be desired though.  I'm not a fan of these Young Adult novels mainly because the writing can be lazy in parts, and Collins doesn't escape that trap.  Still, it is a surprisingly captivating read.<br/><br/>I didn't really care for some of the later developments (the dogs in particular) which took away from the earthier and realistic tone the book was taking.  I will say that the violence level was less than I expected (I was under the impression this was a bloodbath) but more than I think is appropriate for youngsters.  Taking out the fact that you have sixteen year-olds tossing spears through twelve year-olds, the violence in general regardless of the age of those doing the killing is too intense for a twelve year-old to read.  I'm kind of shocked that parents are OK with this (my friends included).  Following Katniss, who refrains from killing the best she can, a lot of the violence is done `off screen' so-to-speak, so that is a plus.<br/><br/>Collins really is taking a jab at the media here, with their current fascination with `reality television' and she does so rather effectively.  One can read this without feeling as though they are being preached to and yet get the message loud and clear.  I'll be reading the other books in the series, since I can't stop at one.<br/><br/>All reservations aside, this was a far better read than I expected it to be.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2B8L9VNT88ARG?ASIN=0439023521	An Amazing Story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book is one of my favorites, this book will blow your mind I enjoyed reading Katniss and Peeta's story.<br/><br/>Plot<br/>Sixteen-year-old Katniss Everdeen has been providing for her family since her father's death in a mining accident. She has done this by illegally hunting beyond the boundaries of District 12 and using the game she kills for food or for barter. Through her skill with a bow and her ability to track and snare rabbits and squirrels, her family has been able to survive.<br/>They have also survived because Katniss signs up for the tessera, a ration of grain that is given in exchange for placing your name in the lottery for the reaping, the ceremony that determines who will be the district's representative in the Games. Everyone's name goes in the lottery from the time they reach the age of 12 until they turn 18. Each time Katniss exchanges her name for the tessera, her chances of being the one whose name is called increase. Only it isn't her name that is called. It is her sister's.<br/><br/>Prim Everdeen is the one person that Katniss loves above all others. She is only 12, quiet, loving and on her way to being a healer. She would not be able to survive the reaping and Katniss knows this. When Prim's name is called, Katniss immediately volunteers to take her place as a tribute from District 12 to the Hunger Games.<br/><br/>Katniss knows that it is not only her own life on the line in the games, but that others will benefit as well if she is the victor and her skills as a hunter will give her an edge in the Games. But her life as a tribute becomes more complicated by the other tribute from District 12. Peeta Mellark, the baker's son, is a boy that Katniss thinks she owes a favor to because of a kindness that he showed her when she was most desperate and her family's survival was at stake. And Katniss knows that now her survival will mean his death.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OIKHRN84R36E?ASIN=0439023521	Amazingly good!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I decided to read The Hunger Games for obvious reasons...because everyone else was doing it, of course!  I wasn't really sure what to expect, but to my surprise I fell in love.  I love love love this book.  Yes, it's a young adult book and, yes, I am an adult.  But I don't care!  The novel is written maturely and in a way which any reader of any age can (and will) enjoy it.  Although Collins clearly intended  the book for young adult/teenage audiences, it is very enjoyable for any age and any gender.  My fiancé (male) loved it, my mother (late 50s) loved it, my sister (mid-30s) loved it, and I loved it!<br/><br/>The novel is narrated by a 16-year-old girl named Katniss.  Although she is only 16, Katniss is mature beyond her years.  This maturity is a result of her father's death and her mother's inability to cope with the loss of her husband.  Katniss, therefore, has no choice but to take on the motherly role in the household and take care of her mother, her younger sister Prim, and herself.  Due to this role, Katniss becomes very protective of her sister, even so much so that Prim does not get the chance to mature as much as maybe she should in this distopian world.  The children need to be prepared for the possibility of their name being drawn once every year, in which they begin the journey of the Hunger Games.  The Games were created by the powerful Capitol as a reminder not to create an uprising and to just follow orders from the Capitol.  In the Games, there is only one survivor out of 24 kids aged 11-18!  Turns out that Prim is chosen this year, but Katniss (holy crap!) steps in as her replacement.  The reader is then taken through the terrifying journey of Katniss to and inside the Games.<br/><br/>The novel is very creative and takes the reader on a journey through many emotions, including fear, depression, anxiety, happiness, hope, and anger.<br/><br/>I very much enjoyed the characters throughout the story.  Katniss...oh, how I adore you!  I admire this 16-year-old character for so many reasons.  She is very courageous and so strong throughout all the horrible things she must go through in her journey.  Peeta, of course, is endearing.  Peeta is a 16-year-old boy who has also had his name drawn to compete in the Hunger Games this year.  We discover that this boy is going to be challenging for Katniss to bring herself to eventually kill (if she is to survive) because he pretty much saved her life when they were younger.  And Gale (an 18-year-old boy who is best friends with Katniss) is Katniss's rock, and how can you not love a rock?  The love triangle, however, is a bit cliché for my liking.<br/><br/>I still have reservations about the fact that 13-year-old kids are reading this book in school.  Kids reading about kids killing kids...strange...<br/><br/>Another element that I found interesting and pretty dead-on was Collins's underlying comments (or, at least, what I think she was commenting) on today's society.  In today's popular culture, so many of us are enveloped in watching reality television shows of all different types and genres.  So, if there was really a hunger games in real life, would people watch it and cheer for and sponsor certain tributes while others are dying?  I think Collins is saying that we would, or at least that it's a possibility.<br/><br/>Enough babbling about this fantastic book.  I recommend that anyone and everyone should READ THIS BOOK!  I promise, you will not want to put it down once you pick it up!  It is so wonderfully intense.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18FTZANXQKKKT?ASIN=0439023521	Love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had wanted to read this book for a long time and was not disappointed. I knew this book is considered young adult fiction so I expected that I would be annoyed by under-developed (or completely undeveloped) characters and a cheesy plot line, but that's not how I felt when I read it. Because the main character is a likable and talented teenage girl I can imagine some potential readers saying ""Oh no, not again!"", but this isn't just another one of ""those"" books where the pretty teenager gets everything she ever dreamed of and rides off into the sunset etc etc.<br/><br/>This is a post-apocalyptic type book where once a year ""the Capital"" forces two children/teenagers from each of twelve districts to fight to the death on live (mandatory to watch) television. This is to remind the citizens that the Capital is powerful and that the districts should not revolt against them like they had decades ago.<br/><br/>I got hooked fairly early on and by the time I reached the end of the book (on my Kindle) I had to immediately buy and download the next one so I could keep reading. I would say that partway through the book I might have been able to predict what was going to happen in the end, but then again I could say the same thing about a number of different possible endings Collins could have written. So that leaves me only the ability to say that while the end was not surprising it was still well written and I enjoyed it.<br/><br/>This book will probably be a relatively quick read for most adults but I would definitely recommend it.<br/><br/>After reading the entire series I feel like potential readers should know: This series has relationships in it but it is far from some teen love story where everyone lives happily ever after with their soul mate and the world is a perfectly perfect happy place. People die, often in bloody and terrible ways which not even the children are exempt from. So reader you have been warned - don't read this series if you can't stand violence, murder, blood and general mayhem.<br/><br/>*Review re-posted from goodreads.com</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13TPGJ33T9FGJ?ASIN=0439023521	3 stars for the brutality, 0 stars for everything else	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Okay, first off, I didn't hate this series.  Far from it.  It was a page turner for me, except for all the war scenes and planning, and by war scenes I mean in the third book.  I usually stay away from war stories as all that stuff puts me to sleep, but I digress.  The first book was great.  The story moved along really well and it was everything a wonderful story should be.  There were of course questions but you feel confident you'll get answers in successive books, which you do, in the most painstakingly written, overly detailed manner imaginable.  Book 2 was hard to get through, it was actually painful at times.<br/><br/>----------------------------SPOILERS!!!!----------------------------<br/><br/>Something else that was a little hard to swallow was Kat and Peeta.  All those times when Peeta was in her bed and nothing happened?  Seriously?  How many teenagers do you know, Ms. Collins, or people who live in constant fear and worry for that matter?  I know this is a YA book and the characters were young, too, but given what they've been through, even before the games, and given that they were beyond their years as a result of their lives, I think it would have been okay to allow the characters to move forward in a very real sense rather than circle the drain for the entire book.  And besides, most people would make what little time they have left in this world, count.  They just would.  With all the details she included about everything else, every little thing, sometimes inconsequential things, plus all the mind-numbing inclusions of war and politics and all its variables and monsters and the horrors of war, I really think she needed to include at least one love scene between Kat and Peeta SOMEWHERE in book 2.  That would have been an awesome paycheck for our patience and diligence.  It didn't have to be detailed for goodness sake, but it would have cemented our affection for this pairing.  As it is, she takes us only so far caring about Kat's potential love affairs with one guy or another but all her feelings are never realized or actualized, so in the end all the flirtation, all the near misses and things said and unsaid just comes off as unconvincing, trite and juvenile.<br/><br/>It's fine if Katniss doesn't know who she loves more.  These things SHOULD take time.  You shouldn't jump into a relationship under bad circumstances or ""just because"" and they're both great guys and she has an amazing connection to both of them and it really doesn't help that Katniss is emotionally retarded, but Collins dropped the ball on the human nature side of things.  As longwinded as the 2nd book is, it really seems like it's an attempt to fill up space to make room for a 3rd book.  After what happens to Peeta in the 3rd book, I no longer care about Katniss or her romances.  And given that this series was centered around those very things from the very start, that's saying something.<br/><br/>The 3rd book -- I just don't know where to start or stop.  Okay, to be fair, Collins really delves into the realism of war and does it really well.  She has a great imagination for all the Capital's crazy weapons and put a lot of work in describing them and what they do in the goriest of details, but after a little while that got tired really fast.  The momentum built up by the previous books is forever lost because so much time is spent on training, healing injuries, and other subplots.  They never get back to building Kat's relationships so she never gets out of the one-dimensional stage.  Nothing about:  The beaus, her mentor, her mother or just figuring out who Katniss herself is.  What does she like to do when she's not hunting, what are her dreams, let's hear some good memories.  She's just always The Girl On Fire and man that old quick, too.  I love girl power and all that and having a healthy image of a girl who's kickass instead of wobbly and silly like Bella Swan who literally falls apart at the slightest of setbacks, but Katniss is the polar opposite and not necessarily in a good way.  People grow, people mature, people make mistakes and hopefully learn from them.  That's what was missing in Twilight and it's missing here, too.<br/><br/>Her life can't always have been bad.  We got one story about how her dad sang, making even the birds stop and that's more or less it.  For a girl who was so upset and devastated over her father's death, we never learn anymore about him.  My dad died when I was 8 and I never quite got over it.  I'm 40 now.  In spite of the fact that I've forgotten so much over the years, there's an awful lot I still remember and cherish...and miss.  I wish I had known him better from a more grown up perspective instead of a little girl one.  I have so many questions only he could answer.  I wish I could tell him so many things and I wish he could have been there for all of my life's ups and downs.  He was my best friend, my Knight, the one person who loved me unconditionally growing up.  Attending my graduations, scaring my beaus, walking me down the aisle, holding my babies - He missed it all.  None of that's ever mentioned in the books.  So when she talks about missing him and how life was hard afterwards, I'm neither convinced nor impressed.<br/><br/>Instead, Katniss just gets homicidal.  She's just single-minded and on a single trajectory and that made her one-dimensional to me.  Because grief takes on many forms.<br/><br/>Collins spends a huge amount of time making Katniss suffer through half the book without Peeta and when she finally gets him back he's been fractured into a million pieces.  I could say that that was incredibly disappointing and horrifying, but the truth is it was brilliant.  That's exactly the way I imagine it would be and exactly what the Capital is capable of doing to him.  It was incredibly heartbreaking that they couldn't have the homecoming they deserved - that we deserved.  And what's even sadder, is that's the last time you feel any hope for these two.  After nearly three books, that's the closest we get?  Unsatisfying doesn't begin to cover it.  The rest of the book is cold and calculating.  From there on, he and Gale are slowly pulled away from her and Kat is turned into another person.  Granted that happens in war and the rest of the book is about the war and its atrocities and that's where it goes to hell for me.  The horrors within were so unappetizing I almost stopped reading it several times.  This is a YA book.  12 and 13 year olds will be reading this and it's all melting people, people being chopped up and descriptions of torture in gory detail.  I just don't know what the hell Collins could have been thinking.  It's written well enough, it describes all the horrors of war really well and all that goes with it in a very realistic sense.  I just didn't want to read that.  I didn't want that to take the place of all the storylines we've invested ourselves in for 2+ books.<br/><br/>If that's where she was always going to go story-wise, I feel like the first two books completely mislead me and that annoys me more than anything.  I expected a war but I didn't need a play-by-play to such a degree.  It literally took half the book.  I expected a resolution in the love triangle but I thought it would have some kind of definitive declaration of Kat's feelings (as in she FINALLY figures out who she wants) but we don't get that, either.  She mentions love once or twice but she never tells it to them.  It's not until the last chapter that she says anything and when she does it's matter-of-fact.  Something to the effect of ""we started over again,"" or something like that.  That's it, that's what we've been waiting all this time for!  That's the whole crescendo, that's what three books and a brutal war with all the losses she's suffered and all that's happened, that's the grand finale.  A half-sentence lukewarm admission of - pshfftsh - who knows.  I don't even know what you'd call it.  No mention of Gale, no mention of her mom, no mention of her mentor.  Just an off-the-cuff mention of being PTSD and getting married and pumping out some kids.  O how romantic.  It's quite literally not anymore touching than what I just wrote.  Katniss speaks so unaffectedly, that I quickly become unaffected, too.  I'm completely at a loss to how to feel about it.  I guess I'm glad for her, I did want her to end up with Peeta, but I wanted to be a witness to it.  Didn't you?  Isn't that why we're here?<br/><br/>Extremely anticlimactic and unsatisfying, that about sums it up.  And just so you know, I didn't expect a happily ever after.  I knew there wouldn't be, how could there be?  I expected her to lose half or more of the people she loved.  That happens in war.  I half-expected the possibility of Katniss dying or at least one of her beaus, maybe both.  Imagine my surprise.  Not everyone that comes home from war is so messed up that they stop living.  I know a lot of soldiers and believe me, if it's one thing soldiers know how to do when they come back from their deployments is LIVE.  And lots of it.  As much as they can do or are allowed to do.  Even the ones who are really traumatized by the war seldom stay that way.  It's true, some are so messed up they never come back.  But for the most part, most of them come back bit by bit.  Katniss it seems never does.  I know she says she does at the end, but I'm not convinced, or moved.  I expected more.  I expected a writer of this caliber and imagination, to come up with an end that involved feeling, growth and real affection and inflection, rather than focusing on weapon specs and military procedure.<br/><br/>Plus, most of all, I thought we were going to watch Katniss grow into a woman, not just a soldier.  For example, when the proposition of another Hunger Games using the Capital's children is discussed - no one could really blame her for feeling this way, so soon after her sister and all, but this would have been an excellent time for Katniss to search within herself and ask herself, `What Would Peeta Do?' because so many times during the series, although she's brave and smart, she only ever thinks about herself.  And she does so again and this was at the end of the series.  For all she's gone through, Katniss hasn't grown an inch.<br/><br/>Maybe Haymitch was right.  She doesn't deserve Peeta.  But I really, really wish Collins had convinced me she does.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15G4LPE8QDL4S?ASIN=0439023521	Good, but world building is too superficial as is character psychology	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">While I basically like this book, I found that the ""world building"" (amount of detail provided) is a bit weak even considering that it's written in first-person voice from the point of view of someone who's largely kept in the dark by a totalitarian government. To me the setting basically seems too surrealistic for the level of believability that the author seems to be aiming for simply due to the lack of detail about the world itself. Obviously the whole premise of the book is far-fetched but in order to have characters who behave according to believable realistic human psychology you need enough detail about the environment to get the feeling that their behavior makes sense. I feel like there are too many unanswered questions and unspecified details to give me confidence that the author is making realistic statements about human behavior and society.<br/><br/>For example, I'm constantly thinking to myself: ""There's absolutely no way they'd need to have a lottery to force someone to participate. They would always have volunteers, and if there was a lottery it would be to decide which volunteer actually got the option to become the 'tribute'. There are simply too many adolescents who are suicidal, or want some sort of fame and don't really grasp that they're over 95% likely to die, or maybe just want to die or would be willing to just to be famous for a while.""<br/><br/>Maybe I'm just hyperanalytical, or I just spend a lot more time than most people do studying how people behave in real world extreme situations, but while I think the author does understand certain aspects of human psychology very well as it applies to warfare, I still can't help but be bothered by too many behavioral assumptions that just don't seem to match up with real-world study and experiences.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3I6D8RMKPT9KW?ASIN=0439023521	Is this plagerism?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games<br/>by<br/>Suzanne Collins<br/><br/>Made into a movie starring Liam Hemsworth better known for his sometime association with Miley Cyrus. The other `man' is Josh Hutcherson who has a much larger acting experience and the girl at the centre of it all is played by Jennifer Lawrence. Picked up a copy of the DVD but decided to read the book first so back to it. By the way the individual books are a better buy in E-Book Format than the trilogy as a whole.<br/><br/>To stick with movie terminology for a moment this is  a high-concept novel written for young adults. Bucking the trend toward paranormal romance involving werewolves, vampires, and other magical creatures the people here are real but the reality they inhabit is a distopian society of an imaginary future. Genre bending it plays like a Reality TV Show the action playing out in the present with constant flashbacks to the past. Whether this be intended as a parody in the manner of Orwell's 1984 is unclear.<br/><br/>The gender neutral names given the teens leaves their sex in doubt for several chapters however it soon becomes apparent that basic survival is nore important than romance here. Despite the hype surrounding Liam Hemsworth his part in the movie is played down even more than the character Gale in the book. As Jennifer Lawrence says in an interview in the supplements disk movie scripts tend to ruin the book. The reality TV Show analogy is apt, the action being to a large degree scripted, in this case totally so.<br/><br/>The book and the movie are so intertwined I'll do a single blog entry regarding both. Whereas a book tells  you how it happened, a movie shows you; therefore a scene that may take several pages to set up in text passes in seconds on screen. On the other hand before CGI things the imagination can do are damn near impossible sometimes on screen. Holllywood loves young romance so it could not resist playing up the relationship between Peeta and Katniss.<br/><br/>Whether or not Suzanne Collins is aware of it the short story The Lottery by Shirley Jackson published in the June 26, 1948 edition of The New Yorker bears a striking resemblence to this plot line, or should I put it the other way round. The other parallel is The Most Dangerous Game based on a short story by Richard Connell that dates back to 1924 proving that there isn't very much new under the sun.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25TGJVQ5RQDA0?ASIN=0439023521	i see why everyone likes it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was incredibly hesitant to read this book after hearing it was about children killing each other.  However, EVERYONE who told me they read it said I would love it, so I eventually gave in.<br/><br/>The story is so engaging and the picture painted so detailed, that you almost forget children have to kill each other.  The society described is basically nothing anyone would want to live in (oppressed poverty) and is ruled by a caricature of a corrupt government and indulged existence.  The citizens of every district but the ruling one have to choose one child to send to this survival event, held every year to remind them of ""the dark days"" when humans almost destroyed themselves. It is a fight to the death, leaving only one survivor.<br/><br/>Still, I see why the book is so popular.  I was hooked so hard and fast that I read the entire series in a week.  It's very well written.  The scenery was so detailed (without being boring) that I felt like I could be dropped in the middle of District 12 and find my way straight to every location mentioned. The characters are detailed and likeable, or dis-likeable if that's their  purpose.  The author also manages to keep up so much mystery in their personalities so there are twists and turns in their fight for survival. Thankfully, the actual killing scenes are brief.  So brief in fact, that you almost gloss over them.  I couldn't wait to get to what happened next so I am ashamed to say I barely acknowledged them unless they made me cry.<br/><br/>Parents in doubt, I'm telling you it's a brutal, disgusting story.  I have no idea how this became a children's book!  I certainly wouldn't want any child of mine reading it before they were... 14?  At least old enough to discuss the issues presented in the story. Trust me, there are plenty. I wish I could better explain the positives, which are mainly in the overall writing and description of the character's journey. It's a story focused on survival, not death. The reassurances I received from my friends were all spot on, and I certainly do not regret reading the book.  However, I encourage you read it before you let your child read it.  Borrow it from the Kindle library if you can!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33SAQ23SYJRBV?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games revies	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">""The Hunger Games"" is a book written by the author Suzanne Collins. In my opinion, this book  has a number of genres, such as: actions, adventure, maybe even some romance, sci-fi, and a little bit of drama. I especially like the action parts of this book, when the main character, Katniss, is hunting for food, or when she is training to enter the Hunger games. The main theme of this book, I would say is the inequality of the rich and wealthy people, and the poor people of the lower districts. The rich people have to barely work at all to gain their money or are just born into it. The poor people have to slave around all day in mines and other places, and they barely make pennies a day. I also like how Suzanne Collins writes this book, because when this book starts to get really suspenseful a little bit after the beginning, that suspense stays inside of your mind until the Hunger Games are over. I also thought that a lot of the characters were very extraordinary, especially the ones in District One.<br/>I enjoyed the setting and the plot of this story very much. It was unlike any book that I had read before. It was almost like a post apocalyptic feeling even though it only took place in the non distant future.  It felt post apocalyptic because there was a massive civil war that took place, and an entire District in Panem. I also enjoyed the characters very much because I can relate to them very much. They all have to work hard for what they can get, and once they have it, they have to keep working harder to keep it.<br/> Panem is basically America in the future, but it has been separated into thirteen districts. Then the districts became enraged at the capitol and revolted, a war broke out and ended with huge bombs dropping on District thirteen, completely obliterating it and ending the war. That got me wondering if the people fear the capitol and its people, or just the power that those people posses. Then I figured it all out, they do not fear the people there, they just hate them so much because the capitol people have everything and the other regular people have nothing except for the top three districts. They also fear that the capitol posses because the President could decide to drop bombs on them at any given time, and to the capitol people, killing is merely a game, and they kill mercilessly.<br/>I enjoyed reading this book very much and I hope that you enjoy reading it as much as I do.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KZ3I2VM5WZM4?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic thriller and adventure book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins is a thrilling and adventurous book. This first person narrative was very interesting and I enjoyed the detailed observances of Katniss Everdeen and the suspenseful situations throughout the storyline. The setting is in a nation called Panem that has been through a huge civil war with rebel forces and the powerful government known as the Capitol. The main theme of the story is power and control. The Capitol is in charge of all of the 13 districts and is very strict, and in some cases extreme in its laws and punishments. When the Capitol was at war with the districts they ended up annihilating district 13 to set an example to the rest of the districts.<br/> The story begins with 16- year old Katniss Everdeen, the main character who lives in district 12. Her family, Primrose and her mom are poor and without a father, who died in a coal mine accident. Katniss was very close to her father, he taught her to hunt and gather roots outside the district fence. Although she continues to hunt in order to support her family and trade at the hob, the black market of district 12. Katniss's hunting buddy Gale accompanies her on her hunts for game to feed both their families. They often talk and express strong feelings about the corruptness of the Capitol and its annual hunger games when alone in the woods.<br/> The hunger games, where there is a drawing to select 2 tributes a boy and a girl from each district ages 12-18 the Capitol enforces it to represent its victory against the rebel forces and their power over the districts. President Snow is the president of Panem and is in charge of everything, including choosing game makers to help decide the outcome of the games. In district 12 Effie Trinket announces the tributes and accompanies them throughout hunger game preparations. Katniss's sister Primrose is called and so Katniss steps forward and Peeta is called to attend the 74th annual hunger games. They now have to compete in the hunger games against 22 other tributes. They prepare for the hunger games by getting advice from their advisor Haymitch, the town drunk. I believe each main character plays a strong role in the novel, and that helps create a good plot. I like the selection and how the author builds onto the main characters. Also the author hints here and there how much the citizens of Panem disagree with the strict rule of the Capitol.<br/> The setting of the book, like I said earlier, Panem is centered with the capital and all the remaining 12 districts are located around the capital. Panem, that has been free of war for 74 years, has a strict government and reminds me of modern countries that are ruled by dictatorship. Suzanne's choice of writing in the first person point of view of Katniss makes the story a whole lot more intense and creates more imagery. There are so many mixed emotions and right away you lean to hate the Capitol. You realize the environment Katniss and the citizens of Panem live in is hostile and unmerciful.<br/>Personally I loved the book and everything about it. Some of my favorite aspects of the book are the suspense, the details, the unpredictable plot, main characters, and the setting. This book was a great start to the trilogy that includes Catching Fire and Mocking Jay. I would highly suggest reading this book especially if you like adventure books, suspense, and a fantastic plot.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GJEF6UEV6I40?ASIN=0439023521	English project	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games<br/> The book Hunger Games written by Suzanne Collins is a fictional novel that is very interesting to many people. There is a movie about this book because it was so popular. But the movie is very hard to understand if you don't read the book first, so this is my purpose of writing this review to get you to read this book. This book among many other books she has written is and great and a fast read even for slow readers.<br/> One of the reasons her, the author, books are easy to read are because her style of writing. She has a very informal way of writing, like she writes it how you would say it. So as to help draw in her intended audience, which in fact people in early to late teens. Why I say that is because the main character is a 16 years old girl. She is very good at make sure that the intended audience knows who there are by the way she words her books. She makes you feel as if you are part of the story; the detail in the book is amazing. If the was a different shape of brown in a tree she told you about it, the detail is what I thinks brings her stories to life unlike some other authors. But the cliff-hanger at the end is epic and how it makes you go and get the next book, it will make do this I promise you that much.<br/> Now let me tell you more about the story... This all take place in future America and the country has been ravaged by warfare. What is left has been divided into 12 districts and a central capital district like modern day DC. The main character, Katniss Everdeen , is as stated early a 16 year old girl trying to take care of her mom and little sister Primrose after her dad died. But she doesn't do the really safe way as you will read. Now I said that so as not to give away the book as other reviews do.  I find it really annoying to be honest with you. But she does what she needs to to keep her family alive and she is doing well until the yearly election you could call it to see who goes to the hunger games. But I won't go into detail because then the beginning in ruined. The main theme behind this book is very important and Katniss's struggles to keep her family alive is very harrowing and is how we should strive to be. I think the theme is to always keeping going no matter what is in your way. That is really why I recommend this book to everyone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UC236VBY6LZC?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic Young Adult Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger Games is a great science fiction young adult novel written by Suzanne Collins. Split into 12 districts, North America (know as Panem) is now controlled by the strict capitol. Every year one boy and girl tribute is selected to represent their district for a fight to the death, this is known as the Hunger Games. The first person structure in this novel makes it very easy for me to follow the writing style. The book has such a creative plot line, and in my eyes has a marvelous futuristic feel to the story.<br/>Given the fact that this book is based in North America it makes me compare and contrast many things in North America today and in the Panem future. In the setting of the book it is mostly fabricated in the Capitol and the Hunger Games arena. If Panem did exist it would be Salt Lake City, Utah and living in SLC Utah makes me vision everything ultimately the same of what I see everyday. The arena where the games take place I envisioned a great forest with countless tall pine trees and prominent mountains surrounding the tributes. How Suzanne Collins wrote the book really helped me imagine the great country of Panem and the arena in which the Hunger Games take place.<br/>The characters in the book are so alive with the intense details that describe each person. The main characters Katniss and Peeta make the book more likeable with their strong attributes. Katniss is a great hunter and good with a bow, in the book it tells how she would learn the great skill of using a bow from her father. Peeta on the other hand is in a family that owns a bakery, so he is strong from lifting flour bags and he is on the more wealthy side of the people in district 12. When given two tributes that are dissimilar in many ways it is simpler to compare them and get a better understanding on the lifestyle in Panem.<br/>Suzanne Collins is a great author and she explains the plot and setting through fascinating characters in a very laid-back manner. I personally enjoyed this book very much with an easy to follow story line with remarkable characters to take you along the action packed book. Hunger Games is a great read and once you read the first book you have to read the next two in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ICIMPR4URNRQ?ASIN=0439023521	The actual Hunger Games event is riveting, somewhat lacking in overall dialogue and character building	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It took me a couple of tries to get into this book at first. The overall story is solid but I found it difficult to really get attached to characters as it lacked interesting dialogue. In my opinion we should have seen more of Gale in the opening chapters so that we get a real sense of the love triangle that's to come and i really wanted to see more of Hamish as well.I was totally hooked when I reached the Hunger Games event, it was exciting, tense and gripping throughout, I couldn't read that part fast enough. The character building or lack thereof just left me wanting a bit more, perhaps that's been held back so that we can appreciate it in book 2??? I love a good romance element but it fell a bit short of what I've come to expect. To be fair i suppose book 1 is called the hunger games and i felt that part of the story to be completely fulfilling. I'm still interested to find out what happens next, I've held off on watching the movie until after the book so perhaps that will add more emotion to the story.<br/><br/>Updated after movie - if I thought that the book was emotionally cold in places boy was the movie so much worse, poor camera work, poor casting, the games themselves were completely lacking in intensity compared to the book, they were lack lustre and lifeless, many details from the book were omitted. A huge opportunity was missed here to make the movie even better than the book and take it to places emotionally that the book never did. It has left me feeling cold. I know Jennifer Lawrence has unfairly received a hard time because she's deemed overweight, a beautiful girl, but on the casting as a whole you do expect the characters to be svelte, running around, climbing trees with ease etc. but it just looks like they walked into a regular high school class and picked a couple dozen random people to play these characters, which gave no credibility to the story as it contradicts descriptions given in the book. This has nothing to do with the review of the book i know, but I urge people not to bother with the movie, as it has actually put me off reading the next instalment.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39DK6Y9MF4GW1?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games Book Review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Review of The Hunger Games<br/>In Suzanne Collins's fast paced book, The Hunger Games, you will feel as if you are alongside Katniss Everdeen as she struggles through poverty, oppression, and potential death. The Hunger Games take place in the country of Panem, a place recently known as North America. Panem is made up of a wealthy Capitol and twelve surrounding poor districts. The games serve as a punishment to the districts for their attempt to overthrow the wealthy capitol. Through the violence and brutality in the games, the districts are reminded that the Capitol has ultimate control over them.<br/>""Happy Hunger Games! And may the odds be ever in your favor.""<br/>As Katniss hears the announcer's sarcastic welcome at the reaping, an event held to house the annual lottery, she thinks about the possibility of being chosen as a tribute in the Hunger Games. Both Katniss and her younger sister Primrose meet the requirements to have their names entered into the lottery. Her biggest fear becomes reality when Prim's name is called to be in the games. Without hesitation, Katniss runs to the front of the crowd and volunteers to compete in Prim's place. Katniss will be forced to compete against a boy and girl from each district, ages twelve to eighteen, in an arena where they will fight to the death.<br/>The Hunger Games is televised and required for all of the members of Panem to watch to serve as a constant reminder of the Capitol's power. Many families are forced to watch as their loved ones are brutally murdered. Gamemakers virtually design every detail of the games, from the number of weapons in the arena to the weather conditions, is under their control. The Gamemakers decide on new rules for the tributes to follow unexpectedly, one of which has a large impact on Katniss and the male tribute from her district, Peeta Mellark.<br/>Throughout the Hunger Games, the role of both rich and poor people and their influences on society as a whole are illustrated, especially the economic influences on the society of Panem. Each district specializes in one industry that contributes to the Capitol. Throughout the story, the power of the Capitol is challenged by the tributes, sometimes unintentionally. The people of the districts take note of their rebellious acts and also begin to question the Capitol's authority.  The role of the poor district people on the country of Panem becomes more significant as the story progresses, leaving readers intrigued by the acts of courage demonstrated.<br/>Rue, a twelve year old contestant that reminds Katniss of her younger sister, Prim, is shot in the chest with an arrow during the games. Although Katniss is expected to fight the young girl, she does the unexpected. Katniss sits by her and sings as Rue takes her final breaths. Katniss shows compassion by burying her in a bed of flowers, an act that the capitol views as rebellious. Through Katniss' brave actions, the people of Panem begin to idolize her. As the Capitol recognizes Katniss' popularity, they attempt to kill her by worsening her conditions in the games.<br/> ""As I refill my pack I have an awful thought. The lake. The one I saw while I was waiting for the gong to sound. What if that's the only source in the arena? That way they'll guarantee drawing us in to fight.""<br/>Katniss faces many obstacles during the games. She suffers through sleep deprivation, severe burns, stings, cuts, dehydration and deafness. Katniss is forced to form alliances with other tributes when the conditions become too bad to continue alone. Throughout the games, Katniss and Peeta begin to develop feelings for each other. Katniss struggles with her feelings towards Peeta as she questions whether or not the love she feels towards him is only an allusion. The tributes begin to make choices that will reflect their personality to the district people in order to gain popularity. Katniss is confronted with a difficult decision when Peeta is unable to keep up with her. Is it better to save herself or help Peeta?<br/>There is never a dull moment in this story of survival and perseverance. Katniss is faced with many decisions involving the ones she cares for the most and when to stand up for what she believes. Who will come out of the Hunger Games alive? Will the people of Panem follow in the footsteps of Katniss and go against the capitol? You will not be able to put this book down as you go on the journey through the Hunger Games with Katniss.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1M37QXACYJ1BF?ASIN=0439023521	The book reads easily in a day or two, and is quite entertaining.  It just doesn't have much as far as literary value is concern	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins<br/><br/>This is a tale narrated by Katmiss Everdeen.  It is sometime in the future in the country of Panen and there has been a rebellion.  The Capitol has conquered the 13 Districts--note the 13 original colonies--of what was once the USA, and had a nuclear holocaust of District 13. The other 12 Districts are submitted to the Capitol's rule by forcing them to have The Hunger Games--where two children--a boy and a girl--are selected each year to compete in a contest to the death.<br/><br/>Katniss sister, Prim, is selected to compete, and Katniss volunteers to take her place for District 12--the Appalachians and the coal country of today.  The boy selected is Peeta Mellark, the baker's son who had been kind to Katniss when she was hungry.<br/><br/>There is a gruesome description of Katniss' hardships and how she had survived by hunting in the woods with her friend, Gale--to put food in their family's table after her father had died in a coal mine explosion.<br/><br/>Then there are The Games themselves.  The Capitol manipulates them and they are a mandatory spectacle.  Since I don't want to spoil the ending I'll just say that I was disappointed with the fact that instead on concentrating on the carnage itself, the books switches at the end into a love triangle between Gale, Katniss, and Peeta.<br/><br/>The book needs improvement.  Instead of a first person narrative, it could have benefited from the technique of writing from a ""point of view perspective.""  Instead of having Katniss tell us what she thinks is going on on her coach's mind--Haymitch Abernathy--a prior winner of the games, we could have been shown what was on his mind, if the author told the tale from his perspective. Instead of telling us what Peeta's mind is thinking, Ms. Collins could have showed us if she had told the story from his perspective.  And so on; what the people at District 12 are thinking is told to us by Katniss, instead of using her sister's--Prim--as the perspective.<br/><br/>I know this is supposed to be a young adult's book, but the writing is soapy and childish.  The book reads easily in a day or two, and is quite entertaining.  It just doesn't have much as far as literary value is concerned.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21X6UG5DVPTOI?ASIN=0439023521	Great character, compelling story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I confess I went in with low expectations. I'd seen lots of people raving about it but with very little detail. About all I knew was ""teenage gladiatorial combat"", and that didn't really thrill me. I thought perhaps this was some odd dystopian tale of the perfect society that every now and then tossed some of its children into the meat grinder for fun, perhaps a bit like The Lottery but more cruel.<br/><br/>Well, yes and no. I'll put in a mini-spoiler here that is revealed quite early in the book, and that's the fact that this is far from a perfect society, and the tossing of kids into the ring is an intentional act of cruelty by an oppressing victor over its vanquished foes. Once that became clear, these games took on an entirely different feel to me.<br/><br/>And then... Wow!<br/><br/>The protagonist is imperfect but very likeable, responsible but frail, and angry while still compassionate. Yeah, lots of contradictions wrapped up in one amazing character. I found her very compelling.<br/><br/>And the story kept me guessing. One of the drawbacks to writing stories is that you get a good understanding of how stories work, how they flow, the build and release of tension and all that literary crap. It also means that I don't get surprised all that often anymore. And while our protagonist's dilemma is presented fairly early, my guess of the resolution kept changing the further I got in. Oh, betrayal! No, it's going to be sacrificial! No, wait, it's something else! Where is Spartacus??<br/><br/>So, I say definitely check it out. It's got action, tragedy, ingenuity, more tragedy, and some bittersweet victory. The real villains, of course, are those who run the games, and with two books to go in the Hunger Games trilogy, I have some hope that those villains will get fitted for a nice spit.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SZG4IQ0Z5335?ASIN=0439023521	Hypnotic, but falls into a formula	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games starts with an engaging protagonist, Katniss, and continues with an explosive premise: an annual death match between two dozen tributes.  The games push Katniss and the other tributes to their physical, mental, emotional, and moral limits.<br/><br/>However, one part of the game dynamics bothers me.  I'll have to warn you: spoilers ahead.<br/><br/>There are two kinds of tributes.  Most districts choose their tribute by lottery (shades of Shirley Jackson), but three of the districts train some of their children for the games and volunteer them -- the ""career"" tributes.<br/><br/>In the arena, the career tributes kill most of the lottery-chosen tributes (the innocent ones), and then Katniss kills most of the careers.  The innocent lottery-chosen tributes rarely kill each other (although Peeta kills at least one); the careers don't kill each other, except perhaps in the case of the first career who died on the first day.  The heroine kills 4 out of the 6 careers and none of the non-careers.  This is an old formula: bad guys kill innocents; then the heroes kill bad guys -- that way the heroes get to engage in violence and still be good guys.<br/><br/>Suppose those tracker jackers had been more effective and the last five tributes were Katniss, Peeta, Foxface, Thresh, and Rue?<br/><br/>Aside from that, though, the book is strong in many ways.<br/><br/>Collins shows a lot of violence without making it look sexy.  Getting into a fight is often bad for both parties and the consequences of a wound are severe.<br/><br/>The people who run the game manipulate and pressure the tributes in a lot more ways than just putting them in an arena together.  The interplay between tributes, mentors, and sponsors is subtle and dangerous.<br/><br/>Several of the tributes besides Katniss try different approaches to the game.  Foxface never speaks and appears in only a few scenes, but her unique strategy provoked me to a lot of thought.  Similarly, I don't see Thresh much, but there are tantalizing bits of clues.  I still haven't figured out Peeta's plan -- and maybe that's intentional; maybe he was too overwhelmed to have a good plan.<br/><br/>Haymitch fascinates and horrifies by turns.  Collins does not make him give a speech saying why; she just shows Haymitch and the reader figures him out along with Katniss.  And in a horrifying moment, Katniss realizes that if she lives, she will have to do Haymitch's job.<br/><br/>Caesar has an unexpected streak of goodness.  Is he just good at his job, or does he really give a damn?  I'm interested in reading more about him in the sequel.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2D11FRQF6Z802?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games (Book 1)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Katniss Everdeen has lived in District 12 all of her life. She's sixteen years old and has entered the reaping since she was 12 years old for the Hunger Games held in the Capital. For every year you enter in the reaping one entry is added to the previous year all entries are cummulative. By adding tesserae gives two more entries in the reaping for Katniss. Katniss has been taking care of her family for the last six years since her father was killed in a coal mining explosion. Katniss's mother was no help to the family following her husband's death. So it was up to Katniss to make sure the family had plenty of food. Katniss goes hunting and gathering in the forest beyond the electric fence which could earn her the penalty of death for stealing food. Gale is Katniss best friend and partner together in hunting and gathering in the forest. No words are needed between Gale and Katniss or Catnip as he calls her. Katniss goes home to get ready for the reaping her sister Prim is wearing special outfit today. The Hunger Games is the Capital's way of reminding the other eleven districts about what happened 70 years old when there had been 13 districts. The reaping calls for two tributes one boy and one girl from each district. Haymitch, a previous winner of the Hunger Games, will be the mentor of the two new tributes from District 12. When Prim's named is called Katniss deseperately says she'll be the volunteer in her place. Katniss's world narrows drastically and is stunned when Peeta Mellark's name called instead of Gale's. Katniss and Peeta enter the world surrounding the Capital yet nothing prepares for the gauntlet that is the Hunger Games. How will Katniss and Peeta survive? What will the Hunger Games do to them? Will Katniss and Peeta help each other? Who will win the Hunger Games? Your answers await you in The Hunger Games.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNYHP17VCR763?ASIN=0439023521	OMG! It's the Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">""And may the odds be ever in your favor.""  Whether you are interested in finding out what this book means or you are just interested in finding a good new book to read, you're in the right place.  The Hunger Games, by Suzanne Collins, hyped up beyond belief was, to my great surprise, one of the best books I have ever read.  Finishing it in two days, I could not put it down.<br/> There are 723 people on the holding list at the library, just for three weeks of ""the book of the decade!""  Within a month of coming out The Hunger Games made millions of dollars.  It surpassed both classics, Harry Potter and Twilight.  When the movie came out a year later, fans screamed for it, newspapers wanted a glimpse at it, and before the midnight premiere, it was almost as loud and crowded as a sold out One Direction concert.  EVERYONE had watched it within two weeks of the premiere.  It was about the only topic of everyone's conversations at school for weeks.<br/> In this popular favorite, you'll find action with a bit of romance.  The United States, now called Panem with twelve districts and a Capitol, hold an annual televised event called the Hunger Games.  Two tributes from each district (one boy and one girl from the ages of 12-18) are chosen to compete in a fight to the death.  Katniss, a sixteen year old girl, gets into the Hunger Games along with another boy from her district.  Who will survive?  What will happen?  Will there be a love story involved?  Find out the answers to all these questions by reading this wonderfully written novel.<br/> Looking for great characters? What about creativity or drama and suspense?  All of these are shown in Collins' book, The Hunger Games. The characters are remarkable.  Protecting her family from harm, Katniss Everdeen hunts for her family with her best friend, Gale, in the Seam (the forbidden part of District 12).  The soft, loving girl helping her mother is Prim, whom Katniss loves dearly.  Also living in District 12, there's Peeta, the baker's son, also known as ""lover boy.""  And lastly, there are the people living in the Capitol.  They, to Katniss, look very much fake and plastic.<br/> Collins has a great mind especially when it comes to her imagination and creativity.  How many of you could have thought up the plot and setting that she did.  I mean really! North America in the future - Panem with 13 districts (one getting destroyed by the Capitol) and holding the Hunger Games to keep the other districts from trying to over throw the government ever again.  It's genius.<br/> Going along with her creativity comes all the drama and suspense in this book.  Katniss, one minute strategizing her next move, could be scrambling rapidly trying to escape the fiercest wild fire ever, the next!  Or, concentrating immensely Katniss could be figuring out how in the world she is going to get down from the tree and then the next second worrying about how to survive the tracker jacker attack.<br/>Oh, I almost forgot about the romantics of the novel.  Will Katniss fall for best friend or ""lover boy?""  Will this lead them to their ultimate fate or help them survive this crazy journey of the Hunger Games and be the first survivors of the Hunger Games for District 12 in 20 years?<br/> Excited to find out more about everyone's fate?  Well you should be. This awe-inspiring contraption is one of the only hyped up books I actually liked.  Have you finished the first book and thirsty for more?  No problem!  The other books in the series are Catching Fire and Mocking Jay.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYGPWW057QOFM?ASIN=0439023521	LET THE GAMES BEGIN!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Do you like romance? Violence? Drama? If so, the Hunger Games, by Suzanne Collins is the book for you. Between the love triangles, the food shortages, and the games itself, this book will leave you hanging on the edge of your seat.<br/><br/>The setting and background of this book catches your attention and really contributes to the plot. As you read the book you will see something, very different then anything you have ever seen or heard of. The capital and the districts are located in North America, demolished during a war. Its split up in 13 parts; District 1, 2, 3, 4, 5,6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, and 13, an abolished district, and lastly the capital. The abolishing of district 13, caused the Reaping and led up to the Hunger Games. The reaping sends two people from each district to the games. The Hunger Games are a one to four week process where everyone fights to the death. The reaping is held to remind the districts to never rebel against the Capital again. Each district specializes in something. All these districts give their specialized item to the capital. The Capital, brimming with money and supplied with everything they need from every districts, doesn't participate in the Hunger Games. As you read this series you will see what is to come of the Capital and how the games affect the whole nation and all the characters as a whole.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games has quite a list of characters. The Hunger Games characters, spanning from small parts to larger parts, greatly influences the story. The primary character in this book is Katniss Everdeen, a 16-year-old living in District 12 of Panem. Katniss, brown haired, brown-eyed girl, seems very general. But she's not. She can hunt better than anyone in district 12, along with her fellow hunter, Gale. Gale Hawthorn is one of the strong male parts in the Hunger Games. Along with being the person who hunts with Katniss, he is her best friend, her supporter, like a cousin to her. They both hunt for one reason. To support their family. Katniss father was killed in a mine explosion along with Gale's father. That leaves their family with very little. Gale's family is made up of his mother, Hazelle, and his three younger siblings, Posy, Rory, and Vick. Katniss's family is much smaller, made up of Prim and her Mother. Prim is her 11-year-old sister. It is her first year in the reaping. She only has one slip in the glass bowl, but consequently got picked. Katniss, terrified for her sister, offers to be a tribute. We are introduced to Peeta Mellark, the male tribute. Peeta, the youngest of the four bakers sons and a strong and kind-hearted boy, confesses his love to Katniss during the games. Throughout the book you see Peeta and Katniss's character developing and creating entertainment that will make you love this book.<br/><br/>Overall I think was a very good book. She used vocab that was fairly simple that could get boring at points, but still kept you on the edge of your chair. The setting was very creative, and the plot of the story though very disturbing, was highly entertaining. The end of the book was a real cliffhanger, which will almost force you to have to read the second. As a whole I would give this book a 4.5 out of 5 only because the vocab was not very educational, but the book itself is highly enjoyable.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BSKASIE4Z8QT?ASIN=0439023521	Engrossing despite poor world building	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am a little bit conflicted with this book. I enjoyed the plot and the character of Katniss. In fact there are a lot of things to like about the novel. But I really had a problem with the world building. The story takes place in a post apocalyptic North America. There is very little back story provided. A long time ago there was a calamity, out of which came the country called Panem. It is ruled from a Capitol city surrounded by 13 districts. 75 years ago or so the districts rebelled against the Capitol and were defeated. One district was obliterated and the remaining 12 are forced every year to supply two teens, one male and one female to compete in the Hunger Games, a televised contest where the teens will fight to the death until only one remains. The purpose is stated to be partly revenge for the rebellion and an attempt to intimidate the districts, because of a fear that another rebellion could take place.<br/>The teens from the Districts are chosen by lottery. For the purposes of the novel it is obviously more dramatic if the odds of getting picked are higher- so we are told the total population of District 12, the home district of our protagonist, is 8,000 people. If we assume that the other district's populations are of the same magnitude, then the total population of all the districts is about 100k to 150k. That's not a lot of people, especially since it is implied that the districts cover the former area of the US, the Capitol being specifically placed in the novel in the Rocky Mountains and District 12 in Appalachia. Furthermore the Capitol is implied to be a large city, and has a very high technology. A technology that has cloaked hovercraft and the ability to genetically modify animals. In contrast the Districts technology is that of horse drawn carts and bow and arrows (although they have TV).<br/>It makes no sense that the Districts would be militarily any challenge to the Capitol- they are too few people at too great a distance away, with too primitive technology. And it makes no sense for a Capitol so technologically advanced to rely on (very few) half starved laborers to provide them raw materials and food. The whole premise behind the idea of the Hunger Games just didn't ring true to me.<br/>Having said all that I did like the book, and after the first few chapters I got engrossed in the drama of the games themselves, forgetting about the world outside the arena.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJRO6I64U104R?ASIN=0439023521	Game on.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As a writer, I am sometimes brutally critical of others work. Not a keen reader of others works. However the Hunger Games both as a book and now on DVD, is one of the most thought provoking and HONEST works I have had the pleasure to read and WATCH as a movie.<br/>I was impressed by the directors' work. The characters, the production and the book in itself are as close to how future wise WE WILL BE as a HUMAN race.<br/>I've read some critics reviews re the book. We are by our nature a cruel and sometimes brutally savage race of beings. Suzanne captures the essence of that brutality and if Katniss appears a little cold and indifferent then lets not be critical of her attitude in that sense. Why should she NOT feel, be aware of the savage cruelty of those who purport to be kind? To be caring ? When she knows and no doubt fears, the terrible realization that what she dreaded has come to fruition.<br/>If she has to kill to survive? To win at all costs ? Who we ask put her there in the first place, WHO decided her course of action, her chosen path ? The reality show? Lets face it, reviewers should stop bleating about the scenario being anything but plausible. We only have to take a look at the current reality situation to understand the truth on that !<br/>The Arena has long featured in human activities from the Romans to the Greeks and across the centuries in one form or another. For true honest SPORT or for savage games, brutal consequences in the hunt to the death.<br/>Love the book, loved the movie and due credit to Suzanne for her brilliant work, read the book as it is not how YOU want to perceive it as anything but HONEST. Savage, cruel and indifferent, just like us as so called HUMAN beings, sometimes sad to see that that is so close to the word HUMANITY. We are often anything BUT !</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJH1DQ1TG8UPK?ASIN=0439023521	It's been done before, and it has been done better...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Let me just state that I'm not saying that the book or the writing style was bad but... Battle Royale came out before and it was much better, more tightly plotted and it left me feeling what this book was unable to make me feel which was sad and angry.<br/>In this case I completely blame Katniss for this little hicup.<br/>Katniss as a the main character was dull, cold, prickly, not engaging... I kept scratching my head going 'why does Peeta or even Gale like her?'. I kept wondering why her? Why this girl who by her own admition was only made to stand out by Peeta and the help of her stylist the one that ignited rebelion? As a main character Katniss just lacked that something that made you want to root for her or even become attached to her. I mean in the beginning you never find out why people from district 12 were attached to her... she hunted? Definately not because of her warm and inviting personality because she didn't have one.<br/>Then there was Katniss' undue angst over her non-existant love life. I mean she's killing people or running for her life and she's wondering 'Peeta or Gale?' or feeling guilty because of her developing feelings for Peeta because of her friendship with Gale because Gale has feelings for her that she doesn't share... Right, because when I'm killing people or watching other people be butcher I'm going to have moments where I feel all conflicted about who in my so cliche love triangle I should choose. It made me want to hurl. Why does every book that comes out now have to have a love triangle in the first place? Come on the concept that a person could be so very indecisive as to not 'know' which person they have feelings for is just annoying. Then add to the fact that the two mem (why is it always men by the way? I find the concept sexist that pretty much all the love triangles out there consist of the male characters waiting with baited breath going 'pick me!'.)are just hoping against hope that the women will turn their fickle affection toward them... again barf.<br/>I have to say that there was also the characters self absorption, everything from the first book to the last was about oh you guessed it Katniss. She never looks beyond herself and what she's lost and her own pain.<br/>It's been a while since I've disliked a main character this much.<br/>On the whole the plot wasn't bad just something I've read before, the world the writer created was interesting but nothing out of the ordinary.<br/>On the whole this book was just that so ordinary it was unremarkable.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDN5BISTIR5KQ?ASIN=0439023521	Not for the faint of heart, but one of the best books I've read in years	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I lucked out.  I worked at a bookstore that had galleys (Advanced Reader Copies) of this book and I grabbed one because a co-worker in the Children's Department spoke so highly of it.  Then it sat on my desk for a year and half collecting dust, until one day, needing something to read, I finally picked it up and within 20 pages began mentally kicking myself for going so long with out reading it!<br/>Collin's descriptions of this future dystopian nightmare are so vivid that when the characters actually get to eat, you feel just as gratified as they must be.  Survival takes on a whole new meaning in this series.  I think this is why I loved it so much.  In our age of instant gratification and communication, feeling so removed from my life and being inserted into Katniss' was a treat, despite her dire circumstances.<br/>What would we do if we had to hunt for our food in order to not starve to death?<br/>To live everyday in fear of a fascist government that could obliterate our existence at any moment?  To have to literally fight to the death to save our own life?<br/>The characters are fantastic.  I have heard from others that Katniss came across as un-nuanced and boring.  I completely disagree.  Is she supposed to be giggly and cheerful living in this hell?  Surviving another day and feeding her family is the only thing on this young woman's mind, and I felt that with her every step of the way.  I was on the edge of my proverbial seat every second of this book, and over-joyed when I discovered it was a trilogy.  This is YA fiction, but like Harry Potter, it has mass appeal.  A definite must read.  Just be sure to give yourself a little time because you won't be able to put it down or rest until you find out how it all ends . . .</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ARW65Y3S7F6H?ASIN=0439023521	It's all fun and games until somebody thinks about it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is, technically, well-written, but its style is not very engaging. Katniss, as the narrative voice, is too apathetic. She doesn't show compassion towards others, except maybe her sister, and even that is evident only in her decision to take her place in the games. Her sole focus is in hunting and surviving. She's very narrow-minded. She never seems to consider the broader scope of the society she lives in. Human history provides many examples of people in harsh conditions who consider how to make life better not only for themselves but for others. Consider slavery. Frederick Douglass learned to read and write while enslaved, and escaping wasn't enough for him. He fought to free all of the slaves. Katniss instead chooses to tolerate her life and hope that neither she nor her sister get selected to participate in the games. It never once crosses her mind to try and do something proactive.<br/><br/>Of course, readers of the novel understand that Collins is not endorsing a society that makes use of child violence for entertainment. I've heard and read many discussions of people saying how horrible the slaughter is, but this discussion does not happen within the novel. The viewpoints of the characters are not discussed, not even in the sense that many of us talk about the violence in our large cities. The problem with the violence is that it plays out more like a Hollywood action movie, which serves the goal of making it exciting rather than a condemnation of violence. These teenagers fight one another more like action heroes/villains and cold-blooded, experienced assassins than frightened, inexperienced teens. The novel's message would have been more effective had Collins instilled the sense of terror of battle, or a sense that these teenagers are being forced to kill when none of them want to. And with an exception of one character, the deaths are not seen as tragic, but as one less obstacle in the way of Katniss winning. In Howard Fast's The Hessian, grown men prepare to ambush a troop of Hessian soldiers. As they wait for the Hessians to arrive, they shiver with fear that they'll die. And when the ambush is an overwhelming success, they grow sick at the sight and smell of death. That level of humanity is missing here.<br/><br/>What also struck me was the lack of emotion during the lottery process. Where are the mothers and fathers crying out in agony, fighting desperately for their children? Why aren't the teens themselves overwhelmed with fear? They all accept their fate like sheep. Nobody fights for their own survival, or the survival of loved ones. They simply accept their fates. This is why I included the Martin Luther King quote at the start of this review. The people of Panem accept a negative peace in order to avoid tension rather than a positive peace. I can't help but think of King's condemnation of those who silently watch and do nothing, believing that justice will prevail eventually but feeling no need to fight for it. The novel views Katniss as a strong female character, but she doesn't fight except when her own survival depends on it. To me that's cowardice. And it's short-sighted. She's no stronger than her mother because she's just as mute when it comes to her society. She would rather tolerate her life than fight to make it better for her and her people. Her only form of rebellion is to say, I refuse to have any children. That's good for her, but what about the generations to come?<br/><br/>At one point in the novel, Gale wonders what would happen if everybody refused to watch the games. This is an interesting question, but it's the wrong one. The right question to ask would be, what if the tributes refused to fight?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PQSNYZ6W90N?ASIN=0439023521	Youthful 1st Person-limited voice POV	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">In a futuristic setting, the parallels of fiction grasp the reader as they relate to the emotions of physical existence. A tale of wilderness survival compounded by a game of Tributes and Careers. ""The Most Dangerous Game"" meets ""Lord of the Flies"" meets ""Spartacus""... on P.E.D.s! This pretense for The Hunger Games can only be described, nominally, as ""Brilliance Noir"". In the imposition of fate by lottery, the raconteur offers a perspective of indistinguishable fortitude and submission dosed with defiance. This is pronounced by the spry maturity of Katniss' voice, as the spirit of an arduous time in her life, as it pertains to the narrative zeitgeist of the history of Panem. In this way, our protagonista has generated an anthropological primary source to a developed ""possible world.""<br/><br/>The perspective of Katniss offers the reader little resistance to the savagery of Panem and the perils of the arena. This literary tool I found to be both captivating and liberating. As an outsider the very idea is barbarous and inhumane. From within the arena the imperative to participate seems essential; almost germane. The dichotomy of selflessness/sustainability is permeated by the concept of ""tessera"" as it relates to cooperative economics in a vastly codependent society. The barter system amongst Tributes could not have been more eloquently presented by Collins. The reality of survival deviates from non-fiction at the same time it personifies it.<br/><br/>Irregular syntax in dialogue (and introspection) offers an abrupt euphony in perusing for flow. The acceptance of the sociological status quo by Panemanians is the gap that must be bridged by the reader in the abstraction of psychological themes. The administration of mythical Panem could be thought of as ""post-historical/neo-democratic"" in the sense that this future-primitive setting is both archaic as well as technologically advanced. This is exemplified in the contrast between the economies of the Hob and the firmamental holographic projections and hovercraft used by the Gamemakers. Although it is unclear as to how the Gamemakers can observe the events of the struggle and the players actions through the tree cover or even broadcast the games to the viewing citizens. I assume that the environmental controls are a similar object of this fiction.<br/><br/>Overall, a well-bound and rounded-off installment as the first book in a series. Suspenseful and Satisfying!<br/><br/>Text Excerpt pp. 310-311:<br/><br/>""No more fear of hunger. A new kind of freedom. But then... what? What would my life be like on a daily basis? Most of it has been consumed with the acquisition of food. Take that away and I'm not really sure who I am, what my identity is. The idea scares me some.""</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLE9JY4J1T5RH?ASIN=0439023521	Brilliant Story Exploring the Human Condition	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The nation of Panem was born out of the ruins of what was once known as North America, and at its center is a powerful, beautiful, and technologically-advanced city known as the Capitol. Twelve Districts surround the Capitol. It was once thirteen. Once, long ago, the Districts tried to overthrow the oppressive Capitol. They were all defeated, District 13 was annihilated, and as a reminder to never rebel again the Hunger Games were born. Every year, each of the twelve Districts must send one boy and one girl, aged 12-18, as tributes to fight in the Hunger Games. It's a brutal fight to the death, and there can only be one survivor. When Katniss Everdeen's twelve-year-old sister is selected as District 12's seventy-fourth female tribute, Katniss volunteers to be tribute in her place. Thus begins an unrelenting story of one girl's desperate quest to survive in a contest she stands little chance to win. Making matters worse is that the boy tribute from District 12 is Peeta Mellark, a boy who once saved her life.<br/><br/>THE HUNGER GAMES by Suzanne Collins is a non-stop journey into the desperately flawed heart of humanity. Twenty-four teenagers are thrust into an impossible situation that requires them to do things they were never meant to do merely to survive. The result is violent and unsettling, but we grow to love Katniss Everdeen and hope for her survival because she seems meant for so much more than the Hunger Games. She seems meant to cut to the heart of the Capitol, and this story seems to begin that journey.<br/><br/>I'm not sure why, but I really enjoy post-apocalyptic stories, and this is one of the best I've read. The story concept is twisted, and no sane person could hope for another person's death because they ended up in the Hunger Games, but the story creates a world that is obviously corrupt and desperately in need of redemption. I loved that about this story. I haven't read the other two books in the trilogy yet, but I'm hoping for a taste of redemption by the end.<br/><br/>I loved the first-person narrative of the story because it makes the reader feel like they're experiencing the Hunger Games through the eyes of Katniss. I also felt like I really got to know her character because we get to hear her thoughts throughout, and she quickly became a very likable character.<br/><br/>Foundational to the concept of THE HUNGER GAMES is the idea of sacrifice, that for one person to live someone must die, or in this case, twenty-three people must die. Katniss makes what will possibly be the ultimate sacrifice when she volunteers to be a tribute in her sister's place, and we see this concept of self-sacrifice throughout. For the most part, the tributes aren't heartless. They don't want to kill, but they must kill to survive. But alliances are built along the way that makes the idea of killing someone you possibly care about very difficult. Collins amps up the stakes up to the very end of the story with this theme. Will Katniss kill to survive? More importantly, will she kill someone she's grown to care about to survive? Collins pulls you into the story with the emotional cost the Capitol wants the tributes to pay.<br/><br/>The world of THE HUNGER GAMES is incredibly well-built. I could picture the run-down appearance of District 12 and the gleaming technological perfection that is the Capitol. This is another way the first-person narrative really helped to drive the story. Panem is the epitome of human depravity as we learn that those in charge in the Capitol have an insane thirst for power, and this plays out in their enjoyment of watching the teenaged tributes slaughter one another in their yearly games. Their greatest source of entertainment is also their primary method of exacting punishment and ensuring the obedience of the Districts.<br/><br/>The characters were brilliantly developed. Katniss Everdeen, a girl who has survived heartache and subsequent abandonment because of the death of her father, cares deeply for people. Collins shows this through Katniss' actions and inner dialogue over and over again throughout the story. Yet she's also forced to do things that no one would ever hope they had to do. I found myself desperately wishing she didn't have to kill anyone, but understanding that she's been placed in the most impossible of situations. Haymitch, Katniss' mentor, is intriguing because of how winning the Hunger Games has affected him. Peeta Mellark, the boy tribute from District 12, is an interesting character because of the choices he makes throughout the story and the revealed motivations behind those actions. The other tributes range from sweet and innocent to vengeful and bloodthirsty. The collective entity known as the Capitol is the most mysterious character of all. They leave me with the most questions. How did they get so powerful? Why did the Districts feel they needed to rebel, and why was the Hunger Games the response the Capitol came up with to punish the Districts for their betrayal?<br/><br/>The end of THE HUNGER GAMES left me wanting to read the second book immediately. I'm interested to see the aftermath of what happens in this story and Katniss' place in it all.<br/><br/>Given the popularity of THE HUNGER GAMES movie, it's clear that Suzanne Collins has written a story that resonates with people. It explores the messy choices people must make in the midst of a dangerous world and the nature of sacrifice. It's a dark story, but it's a story that confronts us head-on with the value of human life and challenges the terrible ways we're tempted to treat one another. I can't wait to see the movie now that I've read the book, and I can't wait to dive into CATCHING FIRE.<br/><br/>I received this book for free for review from Scholastic, and I was not required to give a positive review</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RD21DTZ44D5N6?ASIN=0439023521	George Clooney, Bob Moore, Game of Thrones and the oppression of District 12	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I fly internationally, I usually watch movies that I wouldn't normally watch at home. Back when my wife and I were together, I thought it was funny. We'd be scrolling through a list of movies to watch and I would say ""I saw that"" and she would look at me like I was crazy and ask in a very surprised tone ""when did you see THAT?"" Well, we're not really together any more (but we are getting along better) but I am still travelling internationally. On a recent trip to Mexico, I realized I had caught up on every George Clooney movie, so I decided to give The Hunger Games a chance.<br/>All I knew about The Hunger Games was what a religious leader I respect had said ""it's terrible that so many people are excited about a movie that glorifies killing people"" (or something close to that).  I guess I also knew that there was a dude in the movie that my daughters thought was hot. So I settled in and watched a movie that I knew nothing about, with little opinion about what to expect (kind of like watching a George Clooney movie<br/><br/><a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Descendants/dp/B007JRU2UK"">The Descendants</a>,<br/> but with young people in it).  In the end, I was entertained and eager to watch with the girls when I returned home to the states.<br/>While we waited for the movie to become available to the rest of the public, Lorna read the whole series.  I finished reading the first 4 Song of Ice and Fire books and Tom Andry's  Bob Moore<br/><a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Bob-Moore-Desperate-Times/dp/B0061MDIZA"">Bob Moore: Desperate Times</a><br/>series. While I waited for Tom's knew book and the 5th Ice and Fire book to be more reasonably<br/><a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/A-Song-of-Ice-and-Fire-Books-1-4-A-Game-of-Thrones-A-Feast-for-Crows-A-Storm-of-Swords-Clash-of-Kings/dp/0345529057"">A Song of Ice and Fire, Books 1-4 (A Game of Thrones / A Feast for Crows / A Storm of Swords / Clash of Kings)</a><br/>priced, I decided to read the first book of the Hunger Games.<br/>My ex playfully mocked me ""that's a book for teenage girls"". Yeah, but I saw the movie and it was good and it's sitting around the house for free, so I ignored her jabs.  Since I was a teenager, I have been very interested in apocalyptic scenarios, when my kids were younger, I became less interested, but lately I have been really interested in predictions of what could happen to us. My religious friend was kinda right, killing is glorified in this book, but only as a form of oppression.  The citizens of Panem are lucky enough to not live in a time of bipartisan bickering. They live in a time that probably resulted from it, only in this future scenario, there is absolute power, and they remind their citizens of this power by putting on The Hunger Games.<br/>As a fan of rebellion, intelligence and resourcefulness, I can't help but love the main character ""Katniss"" and sympathize with her plight as she reluctantly becomes the star of The Hunger Games.  I am left intrigued at the end and wanting more, wandering what happens in the next 2 books, how does she handle her relationships with Gale and Peeta, what happens to her Mom and sister, what would George Clooney do? I check and A Dance with Dragons is still $14.99 to download, while Lorna has the second book of The Hunger Games downloaded on her Kindle, I guess I will find some of the answers to my questions while I wait on more reasonable pricing.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QY036QJ2SOPW?ASIN=0439023521	The State Vs. The Individual	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've heard references to ""The Hunger Games"" for some time now, and as I pay little to no attention to pop culture phenomenons, I ignored this one till my husband rented the movie on Amazon on Saturday night. The movie intrigued me enough to check out the digital sample, and I followed that up by buying each installment of the trilogy.<br/><br/>The premise is the struggle between a decadent, corrupt city-state ruling over the unwashed masses with an iron fist, and the strongly individualist protagonist, Katniss Everdeen. She's a 16 year old who unwittingly and unwillingly becomes a national symbol of resistance to the tyrannical central authority. She stumbles into this role when she volunteers to take her younger sister's place in a deadly annual ritual forced upon the populace. This is called the ""Hunger Games"", wherein 24 people, one male and female from each of 12 districts, are pitted against each other in a winner takes all struggle to the death for the entertainment of the effete citizens of the Capitol, and the humiliation of those subjugated to them.<br/><br/>Both sides of the storyline take their roles to extreme levels, the central authority so cold and calculating that it forces adolescents to murder each other, gruesomely, and celebrates the spectacle, and Katniss taking individualism so far as to appear rather repellantly self-centered and unaware of others, or the bigger picture playing out around her.<br/><br/>I'm giving this four stars for several reasons. I liked the premise well enough to pay the $5 it cost on Amazon Kindle, but I'm not a fan of first person narration. While the author pulls the technique itself off, the fact that the person narrating is so frequently confused and/or conflicted about events and her own emotional reactions (or lack thereof) to them detracts from the overall effect.<br/>I found myself liking the people who loved Katniss more than I liked Katniss, herself. She couldn't understand why they loved her, and frankly, neither could I. She's almost wholly a creature of impulse, alternately swayed by the impulse for individual survival, and the impulse to do whatever she needs to do in order to live with herself afterward. Regardless, her motivation is selfish. Her only truly unselfish act of sacrifice is when she volunteers to take her sister's place as a player in the Hunger Games.<br/><br/>Her final act in the Game is another impulse decision, an act which unexpectedly proves to be the catalyst for a long-simmering rebellion against the Capitol. The David vs. Goliath struggle foreshadowed throughout the first book led me to purchase the rest of the books in the trilogy, mostly to see how the rebellion would play out.<br/><br/>On reading back over this, I can see how my overall impression of Katniss, formed after having read all three books in the past day and a half, has colored her more harshly than a reading of the first one alone would have done. I rated it three stars originally, and upon thought increased it to four stars for this installment of the set.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4CJJ3ZRRC4SI?ASIN=0439023521	Science fiction at its emotional and gruesome best	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Sometime in the, hopefully, very distant future, the United States is divided into 12 districts, with the capitol located high up in the Rocky Mountains, where it is easily defensible from the hoards of disgruntled citizens.  In the capitol district, everything is fine, but elsewhere, it's a sub-sub-standard of hand-to-mouth living.  Each district is responsible for a specific service to the country: providing coal, manufacturing, agriculture, etc.  To keep the citizens entertained, each year the capitol district hosts the Hunger Games.  Participants are selected at random, with one boy and one girl chosen from each district.  We follow the fate of the twelve, focusing on the pair from District 12.  They are very close friends Katniss, daughter of a miner killed in an explosion, and Peeta, son of a baker.  But, according to the rules of the game, only one may survive.  The dozen are placed in a specially developed arena to battle each other to the death, leaving only one survival.  The weapons include bows and arrows, slingshots, spears, rocks, anything that will make for a gory death. That's the fiction part.  The science part entails the various ways the nation has of watching the participants on TV.  Through technology, each of the 12 is continually monitored.  At the end of the day, the pictures of those who have deceased during the day are projected onto the sky so the combatants know how they stand. Further, the game directors can, at will, change the weather conditions to make life even more difficult.  Also, from time to time, support for an individual participant is parachuted to the one in need. That's just the bare-bones description of what goes on here.  There is so much more to this captivating book.  I couldn't stop reading it and will immediately turn to the next book in the series, ""Catching Fire.""</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1J5O83TI488PB?ASIN=0439023521	The series started with a real bang...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is the future, and the nation of Panem has arisen out of what was once North America. Panem is represented by a glorious Capitol, and the world Panem rules is divided into 12 Districts, each focused on a particular industry, like agriculture or coal mining. Those in power remind the citizens of Panem just how insignificant they are once a year, by forcing each District to choose one boy and one girl to represent it in the Hunger Games, a battle of survival televised to all citizens. The contestant who wins the Hunger Games spends the rest of their life as a celebrity to their District and all of Panem, while the other contestants meet their fate at the hands of one another.<br/><br/>Katniss Everdeen is a 16-year-old resident of District 12. She steps forward to take her younger sister's place in the Hunger Games, and although she expects it to be a quick death sentence, she realizes she actually wants to survive, and win. But what she faces in the Games--both physically and emotionally--is far beyond anything she could imagine, because much like our own reality shows, the Capitol manipulates the circumstances of the Games.<br/><br/>This book hooked me from the very start. While the creation of a new world out of the one we know isn't new, Collins' depiction of Katniss' life and the description of the circumstances around the Hunger Games is tremendously compelling. Having watched more than my share of reality shows and knowing how ""real"" they are, I still was captivated by the Games themselves. And while I had suspicions of how the story would unfold, I still was excited to finish the book. If I had any criticism of the book, it's that its main character was a 16-year-old girl, so some of the rationale behind Katniss' actions, and her reactions to situations, were a little childish, but this didn't detract from my enjoyment of the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R351ID7OGTEP8I?ASIN=0439023521	What's Left to Say After 8,414 Reviews?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">That I'm an ""older reader"" who cares very deeply about what's replacing Lord of the Flies in 10th Grade English as ""the morally challenging novel""? That I'm not going to compare the two books? That I'm looking for things to read my grandchildren? (No: not this, not yet.) And that I'd give it 3.5 stars if amazon.com would only let me?<br/><br/>All that's accurate, but this will simply be a straight up comment on what I found to be a surprisingly appealing, often gripping, and sometimes moving young adult yarn. For me - given the right reading material, I can be a sentimental, foolish, fond old man - as long as I didn't stop to ponder but just let the story roll over me like a Saturday-matinee movie, The Hunger Games worked fairly well for some three-fourths of the way through. Then, with too many rabbits being pulled too frequently out of too many hats, it became a (bloody, but not obscenely so) Saturday morning cartoon, oozing its way along to a predicable, but nevertheless satisfying, conclusion, and then some.<br/><br/>But as long as the story ripped along, I liked Suzanne Collins' pacing, telling us just what we need to know only when we need to know it, and interspersing introductions to a fairly stock range of sympathetic-to-despicable characters, who give the interesting, attractive (but who knows it? she doesn't think so) resourceful (of course!) young heroine Katniss Everdean something varied to react to, thereby to define her character for us. In fact, I liked Katniss a lot (and Rue, too) - I think Katniss might even grow up to be something very like Lizabeth Salander, a dark avenger - Peeta a little less, and I liked the tension over variously motivated characters that Collins builds into the story. (I haven't seen the film but greatly look forward to seeing whether it succeeds as well as the book in creating nerve-wracking anxiety over fundamental ""who can I trust?"" issues. I found that cluster of worries handled very, very adroitly by Collins.)<br/><br/>I also enjoyed the moral quandaries Collins thrusts upon her young readers, asking them to confront questions of right and wrong, at the existential level, in the starkest of contexts. If the author is sufficiently skillful in drawing the reader in, playing the ""what would YOU do?"" game creates a deeper involvement with the story and makes the material grip harder. One is forced to wonder, however - spoiler? nah: just a musing -  one wonders why everyone goes along, like Orwell's Eloi, with the murderous, dehumanizing games, why it never occurs to the majority of ""Tributes"" - or even a small, rebellious sub-subset - to try and take over the game, gang up on and dispose of the bullies, then go on strike, trying to exert some muscle of their own, despite the stacked odds. In the end, Collins' rationale for the games and the compliance of the Tributes isn't very compelling, and that's part of my problem with the last quarter of the book, which then - finally, when you do stop to ponder - feeds back into, and recolors, the first three-quarters.<br/><br/>Because Collins' silly, post-apocalyptic North America, Panem, is almost wholly unbelievable, a  dystopic cartoon state that might have been dreamed up by Ayn Rand on crack. But of course if we have no silly, murderous, authoritarian, plutocratic, crypto-Roman Panem (with its profusion of ridiculous Roman given names - I know: it's post-apocalyptic, the world has de-evolved, regressed, whatever, we're back in a North American version of Nero's Rome, bloody games and all) - we have no pretext for a ""most dangerous game"" scenario, and thus no book.<br/><br/>But, perhaps most important of all and trumping those reservations about the story: as Shakespeare (!!!! Here? I sincerely apologize, but I really do have a point) demonstrated in his ""romances"" or ""romantic fantasies"" at the end of his career as a playwright, you can put people into absolutely absurd situations (""Pericles, Prince of Tyre,"" ""The Tempest,"" ""The Winter's Tale"") and, at the end, if those people are written as compelling human beings - and they were, and Collins more or less does - then the very human emotions that play out against even the loopy backdrops nevertheless move audiences powerfully. Human emotion is human emotion, easily recognizable as genuine or not in any type of writing, and Suzanne Collins, in my reading, succeeds in pulling the right strings.<br/><br/>I'm not sure I'll continue with the series - okay, I probably will: I read all the Harry Potters (they were sooooo Dickensian...) - but I thought spending a few hours with this one at the beach last weekend was most worthwhile. (Hmmmm, I've almost talked myself into adding another star...)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WJ8FAUQSIG7?ASIN=0439023521	Good Book That Doesn't Justify The Hype	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was given The Hunger Games for my birthday a couple of months ago and made it a priority read, even though I have over a dozen books on my shelf that have been calling out my name to be read for over a year now. Now that the Hunger Game series is complete, a movie has been made, and the store shelves are complete with merchandise, I figured I'd finally get on the bandwagon and check what all the hype is about.<br/><br/>In case you're wondering, I was avoiding The Hunger Games for a couple of different reasons. One being the issue of my reading backlist. The other being that the plot sounded too much like Battle Royale. As clunky as some of the writing was, Battle Royale was a great novel. You can check out my review for it here. But when The Hunger Games came around, I figured it was just a copycat of Battle Royale and decided to avoid it like I do so much other uninspired fiction and entertainment.<br/><br/>When I finally finished The Hunger Games (I'm referring to Book 1 in this review), I realized that there were enough differences in character, plot, and writing style to call The Hunger Games somewhat original when compared to Battle Royale. However, I won't say I was enamored with the book overall.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games opens with a great character voice, that of Katniss Everdeen. One major thing that keeps The Hunger Games apart from Battle Royale is that Battle Royale was written from many different points of view and The Hunger Games focuses on one specific character, her story told in 1st-person. It works well for the book and does a great job getting me to invest in the character.<br/><br/>The plot of The Hunger Games is believable and tragic. You understand from the very beginning what the conflict in the story is and the seemingly impossible odds the characters in the book have to face in order to live day to day. I especially loved the parts about the hunting that goes on past the fence surrounding District 12 and the loyalties that the residents of the district have to each other as opposed to the Capitol. It gave a sense of hope in mankind and shed light on the aspect of community.<br/><br/>The book progresses along pretty smoothly. I enjoy Collins's writing style. Never once did I have to stop and reread a passage to figure out what the author was trying to say. That's important to me as a reader, because I have so many books I want to read, I really don't want to be wasting my time having to reread stuff I've already read just to understand what the characters are doing or where they are in the story. I have trouble with this sometimes in some of Stephen King's work. As much as I love his Dark Tower series, there are many times I have to reread passages to figure out what the heck is going on or what King is trying to say. Most of that is probably due to the fact that he has so much exposition in his novels. Collins does a good job balancing exposition with action to keep the reader moving along.<br/><br/>The world of The Hunger Games didn't feel filled out. In Battle Royale, the characters question the government, their world, others around them. In The Hunger Games, it seems to be well-accepted that children will be thrown into an arena to kill each other at some point in their adolescence. The parents of these children don't seem as broken up over this as I would expect them to be. Maybe if the world was ALWAYS like this from the time of its creation, I could believe it, but the book clearly explains that things were not always like this. I've heard that a rebellion begins in the second book in the series, but it felt strange that it didn't start in this one.<br/><br/>When I read Battle Royale, it took hundreds of pages to get through the 42 contestants. It seems by the time I got about halfway through The Hunger Games, there are only a handful of participants left alive. And herein lies one of my gripes. The killings felt a little evasive - in regards to the author's willingness to tell/show us what happened. I'm not asking for gratuitous violence - especially since this is a `young adult' book - but I yearned for a little more description as to what happened to the other characters. Some seemed to just vanish into thin air, with no real details of how they died.<br/><br/>Battle Royale was also a bit more gruesome than The Hunger Games, as well as more psychologically rife. That's one thing I didn't find realistic about The Hunger Games. It seems some of the characters do in fact question the morals associated with killing one another, but they seem way more concerned with their own well-being than allowing a corrupt government establishment to turn them into murderers. Katniss barely questions killing anyone during her time in the arena. When she does finally make her first kill - intentional or not - she stops for a few seconds to ponder it and then she is off again on her adventure. I completely understand that one doesn't have much time to get philosophical when in a bloodbath arena dueling others who want to kill you, but still. She seems to carry little to no remorse, and I find that to be somewhat disturbing in a novel aimed at such a young audience.<br/><br/>One thing that I did not like about the book was the ending.<br/><br/>*Spoiler Alert*<br/><br/>Throughout the whole book, I was anticipating Katniss to rebel against the Capitol. In fact, I told myself that if it didn't happen, and if she just went along with the rules of the game and came out the winner simply due to the fact that she killed the rest of the participants, that I would hate the book. I mean, what purpose would the book even have if it just stood to chronicle a mass of kids killing each other for the amusement of a sick and twisted government?<br/><br/>First, I felt surprised, shocked, and somewhat confused when the wolves came into the arena. You know, the ones who are actually mutated versions of the other contestants of the Hunger Games. That was weird, felt a little out of place, and was never explained. Granted though, there are more books in the series, so I guess it's kind of okay that this was left somewhat open ended. But it felt random.<br/><br/>Hope was instilled in me when Katniss and Peeta decide to rebel against the rules of the Game stating there could only be one winner after the rule was changed earlier to include two winners. It came as no surprise to me that the Capitol went back on the rules - they want entertainment, and I knew pitting two victors from the same district against each other would satisfy that need for an entertaining fight. When Katniss and Peeta decided to feign taking the poison berries so that the Capitol would have no victors, I was glad for the welcome story twist.<br/><br/>From that point on, it felt as if there was another climax that was building up. There were still a few chapters left in the book, and I had hope that Katniss would rebel against the Games and start a riot or something and that would open up the door for the second book in the series. Maybe the wolf creatures would be explained. At least, that's what I thought might happen. Instead, for a couple of chapters, the author builds up this crazy tension and anticipation. Katniss is filled with paranoia about what the Capitol is going to do to her and Peeta since they rebelled with the berries. So while the Capitol is putting on a show of crowning Katniss and Peeta as victors, you're left waiting with bated breath as to what the Capitol really has up its sleeve. I mean, these two kids just pulled the government's punk card. Surely there will be retribution.<br/><br/>I literally find myself on the edge of my seat as I rip through these last chapters, waiting for something great to happen, something to fulfill my desire for an uprising against this travesty of a government. I mean, we're talking about twelve districts against a corrupt government. And yet, there isn't much mention - if any (I don't remember) - of anyone even attempting to create a rebellion of any sort, at least not since the Hunger Games have started. (The whole reason for the Hunger Games is because there was a failed rebellion attempt years earlier.)<br/><br/>Instead, I'm left with a lackluster ending that seemed to be built not around the Games themselves really, but around the theme of romance and betrayal. Peeta realizes that some of Katniss's affection towards him was contrived. I'm not sure why he would be so surprised, seeing how he was playing up that angle in the very beginning. But at the end of the book, he seems truly hurt and offended that Katniss would do such a thing to him. And for some reason, Katniss suddenly has mixed feelings about Peeta. I can believe that part to a certain extent because it would be natural for her to feel close to Peeta in the arena when he was the only one she could really trust. But her feelings seem to take a violent swing toward the other end of the spectrum as she rides that last train home, and it doesn't sit in my mind as all that believable.<br/><br/>I am debating on picking up the second book in this series. Some have told me it's better than the first book, but I don't know. Overall, The Hunger Games was a decent read, but it's another one of those books that makes me scratch my head and ponder why in the world it gained so much buzz - enough to be made into a movie and eventually grow into a worldwide phenomenon.<br/><br/>To sum it up, the book was okay. Surely not the phenomenon everyone has been raving about. It entertained me, had a lackluster and anti-climactic ending, and probably could have used a bit more filling to make the pie sweeter.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3T24SDLNCB9XU?ASIN=0439023521	a beautiful love story, a tragedy torn nation, and a lot of action	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I heard a ton about The Hunger Games before I read it. A lot of people said it was really gruesome and intense--even more people said it was sad and heartbreaking. Personally, I didn't think it was particularly gruesome or heartbreaking. It felt like ""Survivor"" meets Lord of The Flies and the myth of the Minotaur. My familiarity with similar types of stories and knowledge about the plot going into the story contributed to my lack of shock while reading The Hunger Games.<br/><br/>Even though a lot of people thought that The Hunger Games was really gruesome, the fight scenes were not described in too much detail, so this was not a problem for me. The overall concept is, of course, appalling--but that is the point of the novel. No one goes into Lord of the Flies expecting it to be an uplifting story, and no one should go into The Hunger Games expecting a story filled with joy.<br/><br/>The deaths and tragedies of the story weren't particularly upsetting to me either. The majority of the players in the games weren't very developed. There was only one character that dies that I cared about, but I knew she was going to die so I did not let myself get too attached to her character.<br/><br/>The best part of the novel for me was definitely Peeta and Katniss. It was a joy to see their interactions. You can tell that Peeta truly loves Katniss, and even though Katniss is just playing the game, there is clearly potential for something beautiful to develop there.<br/><br/>Filled with the makings of a beautiful love story, a tragedy torn nation, and a lot of action, The Hunger Games is definitely a must read. Perfect for fans of ""Survivor,"" Lord of The Flies, and the myth of Theseus and the Minotaur, The Hunger Games has enough action and romance to leave you wanting more.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFGNUHYKTT15E?ASIN=0439023521	Good start with an intriguing premise	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Okay, so I picked this up to read it because I'd heard about the movie coming out and wanted to see what the fuss is about.And I read right through it and through both sequels in pretty short order.<br/><br/>SPOILER ALERT: the book is a LOT better than the movie! Do yourself a favor and read the book, leave the movie for one of those nights you're flipping channels and can't find anything else to watch. Yes, the movie is that bad.<br/><br/>Which is a shame, because The Hunger Games is a book that seems ready-made for being made into a movie. One thing I will give Suzanne Collins credit for, she can write some very dramatic sequences. I read this book and thought, wow, I can't wait to see how that looks on the big screen. And I was terribly disappointed. The movie was just flat, flat, flat. If I'd seen the movie before reading the book, I probably wouldn't have bothered with the book.<br/><br/>For those that liked the movie, I will offer this example. Read the portion where Petra confesses his love of Katniss on Caesar's TV show. Now watch the movie version. Can you honestly say it is anywhere near as dramatic? I was stunned that the director ruined what was such a tailor-made moment. I could give a lot more examples.<br/><br/>Anyone with a lick of sense will see where this series is going but as has been said many times before, sometimes the fun is how you get there not where you end up! There is a fair amount of silliness, particularly the Twilight-like flailings of the protagonist and her inability to decide whether she loves Petra or Gale. And yet, the book does manage to hold your attention. And it has those wonderfully written dramatic moments!<br/><br/>What did I like? It's a quick read. The premise is interesting. Some dramatic moments that are very well written. I also appreciated the angst suffered by Katniss, both in this novel and the sequels, resulting from the killing she witnesses or is responsible for. Too many times novels like this tend to brush off violence and repercussions, the characters don't see to dwell on what they've done. This series, to it's credit, does not do that. Katniss suffers considerably for her choices and actions (as do some of the other victors).<br/><br/>Bottom line: it's a good summer beach read. The book is recommended, the movie is decidedly NOT.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNFFI3L00244S?ASIN=0439023521	One of the best books I've read in awhile!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is definitely one of my favorite book series and my favorite book out of the series. I read this right when it came out and could not get enough of it. I have read the book twice and seen the movie twice. It's such an impacting story. I love how it is for all ages. Well adults and teens. I think it's a little too graphic for young kids. The story is exciting and new and keeps you on your toes the whole time. The story is unlike anything I've ever heard or imagined. Its fake but yet seems so real and could possibly happen. It's such an extravagant story and makes me wonder hoe the author came up with all these details. It's a story about the future, which is totally up my alley, but it's not just the typical futuristic, world-ending story. Its much more tan that. It's a twist on the future. About power, control, punishment, and entertainment. The typical rich get richer and poor get poorer motto. Although it takes place in the future part of it feels like the olden days. It has everything packed into this book. Drama, love, action, thrill, and adventure all make up this obsessive story. It's more than I ever thought it would ever be. It really pulls you into the story and at some points I even wished it were real. You get sucked in and don't want to put it down. I think I read the book in about 6 days. My favorite part in the book is the actual ""hunger games"". Its such a neat concept. It's cruel but powerful and goes into so much detail. The detail is what really gets me. Everything about this world and the games are strict and clean. There is a reason for everything and everything has a place. Everything in the world is so precise and creative and that is really portrayed in the book so that you can imagine it in your mind. After finishing the series and seeing the movie I became even more enthralled and went out and bought the extra books. Books that go into more detail about the world of the hunger games and the characters. The characters are amazing! They each have their own background story of how they became the person they are today. They are each so different but all blend together and connect with one another. Its almost like they fit like a puzzle. They play off each other and lean on one another and even fight and kill for one another. Its such a powerful story because even though Katniss and the rest of the poor districts are over powered by the rich, they take a stand and fight for their rights. They are treated like crap, yet stay so strong and continuing doing their best so that they don't lose. There is not one thing in this book that I didn't like. Not to mention that its an easy read and everything is understandable and portrayed in a simple relaxed way.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13N0YD0Q67IPV?ASIN=0439023521	An Excellent First Stop in a Trilogy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was lent this book and was told it had a teen genre to it. I gave it a read anyhow and was glad I did.<br/><br/>I was pleasantly surprised, with the riveting story of a future which is dark, sad, and bleak. The great continent of North America is no more. Instead we have the country of Panem, 12 districts and the Capitol City. In district 12, which is in the former Appalachian region of coal mining we have the story of a girl becoming a woman in the most harsh of circumstances.<br/>She lives in a future where 2 young contestants from each district are chosen annually for a fight to the death in the Hunger Games of Capitol City. The games are televised &amp; there is but one winner.  Katniss is our protagonist here. She volunteers to take her younger sister's place at the Games.<br/><br/>With one victor, one would think the plot pretty much cut and dried, as in the old Gladiator days of yore. We all make choices in our lives, this young woman is compelled to choose in a world gone mad. Government has decided that these barbaric games take place to keep an already down-trodden populace in their place and under the government's thumb. Nicely written, a page turner is how I felt about this novel. It had been loaned to my Kindle from a friend. No question it has a teen slant being told from the young lady's perspective in her own narration. Young love is involved in the storyline as well. Or is it? Being pretty far removed from my teen years, I enjoyed this novel thoroughly and have bought the next 2 installments of the trilogy. It's not just for young people at all. Ms. Collins has seen to that very well.<br/><br/>This idea has been tried many times before in novel and movie form. This version from Ms. Collins shines brightly.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RB1KDYODP93QZ?ASIN=0439023521	A story that will suck you in...unless you are OCD about grammar.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Let me start off by telling a little about myself.  I am a 45 year old male who is not an avid reader.  I read a lot in support of my profession, but it is definitely work reading and not reading for pleasure.  I guess I read so much at work, the last thing I want to do outside of work is read.  However, I do read for pleasure periodically.  When I do, I am very selective.  I prefer fantasy and sci-fi.  If you read some of my other reviews, you will see that I also enjoy role playing video games.  I like to escape in my entertainment. As with the games I enjoy, with books I prefer authors who can build a world and suck me into it.  I prefer complex stories with exquisite detail woven in a creative way such that it compels me to continue reading for hours at a time. I consider Tolkien to be the master in this regard; the one author who writes perfectly for me.  This is my first book review on Amazon.<br/><br/>That said, I had no intention of reading this book; none whatsoever until I saw the movie on an international flight recently.  I was intrigued by the movie, and thought there was a lot that felt ""missing"" that the book would most certainly clear up. I asked my oldest if she had the book...she did...I borrowed it.  When I asked her what she thought about it, she said it was good.  When she doesn't add a bunch of details, I know that she only thought the book was OK...not something she'd read twice (and she reads almost everything more than once). I asked if she had the other two books...""no""...another indicator she was not excited about The Hunger Games.<br/><br/>The story is very good.  It is fairly simple, given the audience, but I think it may be too simple.  For example, Harry Potter was geared towards a slightly younger audience, and I feel that it is a tad more sophisticated in style and content than The Hunger Games.  There are a lot of fragments.  I mean a lot.  If you are the slightest bit OCD about grammar you will not like this book.  I've also run into several copy-edit errors as well (I have the paperback edition with the movie tie-in cover), of course that is not Collins' fault.<br/><br/>Unfortunately, I think the author leaves too much to the reader to figure for themselves.  There is a fine balance when building a world and a story, and that balance is easily skewed, and I would expect an experience author such as Collins to have a better grasp on the process.  A friend of mine rationalized it to me that we are actually reading the story from Katniss' perspective, and thus the reader is only getting what she sees and understands.  This is a fair review, and one that certainly makes sense given the way the story unfolds.<br/><br/>I still think that the story is a good one.  I thoroughly enjoyed it, and have ordered the next two books in the series.  I am betting most people will really like this book.  It is an easy read, despite the herky-jerky fragments, and it really does pull you in.  Like Stephen King said in his review ""Addictive...I could not stop reading.""  You will find yourself rooting for Katniss, I promise.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RU2D0ARH3UFK?ASIN=0439023521	The Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Katniss is a young lady who is the sole caretaker of her family. She lives with her younger sister, Prim, and her Mother. They live in Panem, which is ruled by the Capital. They live in District 12 where they make coal. Katniss and her best friend, Gale, go hunting outside of the district on a regular basis to feed their families and to trade for other goods.<br/><br/>Every year the Capital reminds the districts that they are in control by conducting the Hunger Games. Every child between the ages of 12 and 18 must put their name into a bowl at least once; they can put their name in more often for additional rations of food. The Capital picks one boy and one girl from each district to compete in the games. The games are televised and everyone in Panem is required to watch. The 24 children are placed in an arena and are forced to fight to the death until only one remains.<br/><br/>When the names are called for District 12, Prim's name is called. Katniss cannot allow her to go, so she volunteers. A boy named Peeta, who Katniss has always been grateful to because he gave her bread at a time she didn't think she would live, is also called for the games.<br/><br/>Peeta plays the audience by telling them that he has had an unrequited love for Katniss for as long as he remembers. The games begin and the excitement mounts. Katniss finds herself thinking of both Gale and Peeta and a possible love triangle ensues. With only one winner, there is no way that Peeta and Katniss can both come out alive, or is there?<br/><br/>This is the first book of a trilogy. Initially I read this book only to see what all the hype was about, as I don't typically read fantasy books. This was a pleasant surprise. The tale starts with love of a young girl for her sister that is strong enough for her to give her own life. The whirlwind of the days before the games, then the action during the games, add a touch of romance (for the ladies), and it makes for a great read! I highly recommend this book and will definitely be reading the next two in the series.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OH9ML8N4DY7B?ASIN=0439023521	Better than 50 Shades, worse than Melpomene's Tears	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I originally purchased this for my daughter, and when she was done with it, said `Mom, you NEED to read this!'  So, I listened to my 15 year old, and I'm glad I did!  The book takes place in a North America that has been destroyed and is now run by the powerful Capital and is divided into 12 districts (district 13 has been destroyed due to a rebellion). In district 12 ace hunter Katniss Everdeen, a 16 year old girl, carves out a meager existence for herself, her younger sister Prim and their widowed mother. In order to keep the 12 districts aware of who runs the county, the Capital arranges a game to the death each year in an elaborate arena. Each district holds a drawing of one boy and one girl to go as tributes. When her sister is picked, Katniss exercises her option to volunteer for the games. Along with Katniss comes also Peeta, the baker's son, who grew up with her.  Katniss and Peeta must fend for themselves against natural elements, the Gamemakers and the other contestants whose only option is to kill or be killed.<br/><br/>So the book sounds simple enough, but also hits many themes including teenage anguish, love, work, poverty and more.  It was an easy and quick read, as well as full of action.  Now, anyone that has read my other reviews knows I compare almost everything to perhaps the best book I've read in a LONG while, Jonas Hyde's, Melpomene's Tears <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Melpomene-s-Tears/dp/B008EF2HZY"">Melpomene's Tears</a>.  While The Hunger Games hits nowhere near the emotional cords that Hyde's work does, it is definitely more easily digested.  As a whole, it is also much better than 50 Shades.  So, if you're looking for a quick read, check this out.  If you want something more heartfelt, go check out Hyde's work.  Either way, you will enjoy them both!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10RTEDJ7XUHBY?ASIN=0439023521	Don't Know What All the Hype is For	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Okay, so I finally broke down and read this book.  Honestly, its a decent book, but I have no clue what all the hype is about...<br/><br/>The story is about a teenager in a future world where America is now broken up into Districts that are ruled by the Capitol.  As part of their punishment for rising up against their rulers, the Hunger Games are played.  Teenagers are picked by a lottery from the Districts and are forced to fight to the death in a dangerous outdoor arena.  The odds are stacked against them because the people running the Games keep changing things to keep it interesting for the viewers.<br/><br/>The main character, Katniss, volunteers to go in stead of her younger sister and Peeta is the male chosen from the same District.  Its obvious to the reader that he loves her, but she takes a long time to figure that out and even longer to realize that she has feelings for him.  They are billed as a love interest during the Game, the first ever.<br/><br/>Overall, its not a bad read...save that its hard to like many of the characters because they come off a bit flat.  The Game itself is predictible.  Perhaps I expected too much, but if this book hinted at the end that this would lead into Katniss becoming the head of a revolution against the Captiol, then I would be happier with it.  I haven't read the second book, so perhaps that's where the author is heading.<br/><br/>My main concern with this is the idea of having teenagers playing a ""Game"" where they murder each other.  Yes, this is a future world where life seems cheap at times, but one wonders at what impression this gives to teenagers who read it.<br/><br/>There also didn't seem much in the way of explanation over why the Districts were closed off from the surrounding countryside where there was, obviously, still food to be had.  Or why they weren't allowed to farm.  Perhaps, if it had been made clear that areas of the land were radioactive or something?  But there was no sense of this.  Was this just a means of the Capitol further controlling them?  That wasn't made clear if so.  And why keep a population hungry when it doesn't have to be...that's just asking for trouble in the long run.<br/><br/>I did enjoy the book for what it was.  But its just an okay book in my mind.  Not something I would necessarily recommend to anyone under the age of 16 or 17 due to the teenager on teenager violence that, honestly, we don't need to glorify.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6C5IVN6SAV20?ASIN=0439023521	I guess I'm the minority, but...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">While not a terrible book, I did not find this novel to be that entertaining. I held off reading it amidst the movie hype as I figured it was a mindcandy sort of read and I really did not want yet another cheap paperback book cluttering my already cluttered bookshelves. However, with the Kindle app on my tablet I was willing to give it a go in a digital format (which was actually very well done).<br/><br/>The Hunger Games was not a bad book, but it's really not a good book either. Set in a dystopic future where the country has fallen apart and been rebuilt as a totalitarian state, the book has an interesting setting. 'The Capitol,' which sounds like West Hollywood relocated to Denver or Aspen, demands a tribute of children from subject territories and then makes the kids fight each other to the death.<br/><br/>It's an interesting setting, but is executed with clunky prose and a  predictable plot. From the first few pages, you have a pretty good idea which characters will survive and that the status quo will be shaken up in the process. I suppose the target market is young adults in their tween years, so perhaps they will enjoyful the color descriptions of the capitol and the ""Running Man"" premise which Collins has repackaged for children. The melodramatic moments of death and separation seemed forced and campy to me, but a younger audience might appreciate it more.<br/><br/>Parents should feel okay in letting their children read this. I did not find the book to be that disturbing even though it is about... well, children murdering each other. But if parents are looking to give their children a taste of good, accessible science fiction tales, I would recommend Ender's Game or The Giver far more than these books. Now those are classics.<br/><br/>I would give this book 2.5 stars if I could. But I can't quite bring myself to give it three. If you're interested in this book, read it now. Because in a few years (after the sequels have been made into movies) no one will really care anymore. Mass market fiction at it's best and worst.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28GGKMSG4KQLD?ASIN=0439023521	Review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger Games is the first of the trendy trinity (Harry Potter, and Twilight), that I decided to read. I had no idea what the story was, and was informed by a friend that it was Dystopian - and not absolute fairy tale escapism like the previous mentioned books - and the movie was fantastic. I chose to see the movie with some friends, and was impressed enough to purchase the book.<br/><br/>First of all, this book deserves serious credit for extrapolating into the future just how limitless our puerile desire for `reality TV' will take us. First contestants merely quizzed each other for money to entertain us (The Newly Wed Game, Family Feud, etc). Then they began to kick and punch each other (WWF). Now they frequently humiliate themselves into a point of no dignity (Every reality show presently out). And in the future, they will kill each other.<br/><br/>Of course in order to coerce 28 people into killing each other, you need an omnipresent and oppressive state, which brutalizes the lives of the poor, and keeps them separated in their division of labor from meeting and communicating with others. Although this is a sci-fi novel, it does take place in America, and it's not entirely improbable to envision the descriptions of each poor district as the future description of each actual American district.<br/><br/>This is ultimately the world of Panem: America after another civil war, where the poor lose, and the rich choose to humiliate them, and defile their dignity, by making 2 members of each district fight to the death on live television. Of course, the state is careful to propagandize this point as a rewarding tradition, which bestows honor and glory on the winners, and reminds the poor of why they need the Capitol in the first place.<br/><br/>For a novel aimed at teenagers I like the message, and the implication. This is certainly a superior choice for a teenager, over 1984, or Animal Farm, whose implicit USSR references would be totally lost on our youth; moreover, those novels fail to criticize the trajectory of American, and only the former trajectory of a different failed state.<br/><br/>Nonetheless, this book still only warrants four stars for several reasons. One, the movie, which was written by the author, offers a narrative that isn't entirely 1st person, in the main characters head, and I think ultimately this broadened the available options of exploring Panem, and different districts (The revolt in district 11 in the film could not happen in the book). Second, it is clearly written for teenagers, and I'm not the target audience. Only so much satisfaction can be derived from reading extremely simple prose, and teenage relational sentiments, where kissing and holding hands are momentous events in a post-puberty state of being.<br/><br/>Finally, I have a reactionary grievance that's two sided... First, when I hear people in the theater or in the book store talking about this book, all I here is the same old banal tripe: ""It's so good."" ""I loved it."" Nothing about the actual critique of the American state, environmental, and welfare policy, or the NEED to revolt against those who exploit economically, and psychology. Comments on state based ideology are entirely lacking, and I sincerely doubt reality TV viewership has taken a hit. Instead, this novel aimed at teens, with a serious message, is being consumed by adults, with the reading comprehension level, and moral integrity, of a grapefruit. Second, I suppose that's why the three biggest hits (Harry Potter, Twilight) are aimed at kids, yet sweep our countries, and in general must contain a sci-fi escapism element, just to rouse people away from the TV or the People Magazine, in order to give reading `another try.'<br/><br/>I realize these are not directly criticisms that should detract from my review of the content of the book, but I couldn't help feeling this constant annoyance while reading that: the content is being lost, like all popular rebellion in capitalism, the message and content are commoditized and drained of their non-exchange-value (Think everything John Lennon ever wrote solo). Rebellion is consumption, consumption is rebellion, and soon we'll be consuming the cable channels that air the deaths of our community, if we aren't careful.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17XJB3LYCGXP6?ASIN=0439023521	A Writer's Review: Worth the Hype	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As a reader: Suzanne Collins had a number of successful young adult books prior to The Hunger Games, so I was not surprised when a few of my students recommend the title to me. I never expected, though, to be blown away with the sophistication of the writing and the themes. This is one of those rare books that speaks to readers of all ages and all genders. It is a twisted love story, a wrenching coming-of-age tale, and an action-packed adventure. What makes it truly a gem, though, is how it uses a futuristic setting to force readers into examining so many aspects of contemporary society. I instantly fell in love with Katniss, who narrates this book and the others in the trilogy. She is the epitome of an unreliable narrator, yet she is so strong that you find yourself believing even what you know is likely untrue. The supporting characters in the book are equally wonderful. They are flawed and unique, and Collins unfolds each carefully over the course of the book and trilogy, so that every page offers new insight into someone.<br/><br/>As a writer: I was into book three before I realized what was off about the writing of these books. They are written in first person present tense, a very rare narration choice, but one that works for these books. First, it builds suspense; you can't assume Katniss will survive the way you could in a first person narration told in past tense. Second, Collins clearly is a master at it. The fact that such a unique form of writing can go unnoticed means the author is skilled in her craft. The reader is so in Katniss's head that it doesn't seem at all unnatural that the story would be told in present tense. As mentioned above, Collins is also a master of characterization. She creates a world where a large chunk of the characters, those from the Capital, could seem outrageous and unbelievable. She described them, after all, to look the way one might picture the performers in a Cirque du Soleil show, yet as we meet each, we love or loathe them for their personalities alone. The final skill I envy Collins for is her world creation. As I mentioned above, this is not an author who is new to fantasy writing, but the detail with which she describes this world and the various settings, creatures, and technology is amazing.<br/><br/>Bottom line: I think I've gushed enough. Read it for yourself. Read it to your kids. Read it with your students. You won't need me to tell you it is worth the all-nighter.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RPKBECFA36UI?ASIN=0439023521	A great story, if somewhat overrated.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was a little late to the Hunger Games as I did not read the book until after I saw the movie.  I was pleased with the film; however, it seemed obvious in parts that the book goes into greater detail.  As I was reading the book I found this to be true with the most notable examples being the sponsor gifts and the history of Panem.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is meant to shock you.  24 children and young adults put in an arena with the goal of outlasting everyone else by either killing them or surviving while your opponents succumb to the element.  I like Katniss as a character.  She is smart and does what you would think a normal person would do put in her situation.  The Hunger Games is also littered with other memorable characters such as Haymitch, Cinna, and President Snow to name just a few.  Another high point of the novel comes with the emotions that are channeled to you through the characters.  What Katniss thinks about people in the Capital and how she reacts was almost exactly how I felt while reading.  I felt a connection with Katniss and genuinely cared what was going to happen to her.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is meant to shock you.  Unfortunately the shock value has been a part of the hype and it elevates a good book into a cultural phenomenon.  There are some problems with the book, with perhaps the largest one being contestants in the Hunger Games forming alliances with one another.  Some, like Katniss and Rue, and Katniss and Peeta, make sense however some of the other alliances were such unintelligent decisions by the characters it is hard to believe someone would actually do it.  Another issue I had was how the book ended.  While the ending itself was satisfying it did feel a little rushed and anti-climactic.  It seemed like the Hunger Games ended and the book was over 5 pages later with, in my opinion, some very important parts being summed over in a few sentences.<br/><br/>All in all the Hunger Games is a very good novel that does a good job at keeping your attention.  I finished the book in a little less than a week and probably could have got through it faster if not for outside factors.  The author writes a compelling story with real fleshed-out characters and leaves me eager to dive into Catching Fire.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WPI6V509RIRC?ASIN=0439023521	"A warped futuristic version of ""Survivor"""	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games...what can I say? I'm somewhat hesitant to admit to enjoying this book...but honestly, I found it quite interesting and very intriguing. The subject matter is abominable when you think about it, yet for a generation that's been raised on reality shows where it's common-place to eliminate a player each week, The Hunger Games definitely has a familiar feel. The main difference here is that the players are reluctant children, and failure means death instead of simply being ""voted out"".<br/><br/>Katniss is likeable and easy to sympathize with; she's been through tougher times than most of us will ever know, but she's a fighter and is full of determination. Family is extremely important to her, in fact she breaks the law nearly every day just to feed her mother and sister. (It's actually her love for her sister that brings Katniss into the Hunger Games, she basically sacrifices herself to take her sister's place.) Katniss doesn't believe the structure and actions of her government are correct, and she knows the whole ideal of the Hunger Games is warped.... however, the Capitol City has zero tolerance for rebellion or protests of any kind, so Katniss keeps her beliefs to herself, knowing she would be killed for speaking them out loud.<br/><br/>Peeta, who is the other tribute (or player) in the Games from Katniss's district, is also very interesting to watch. There's much more to him than you might think at first glance. He has the ability to evoke such a wide range of emotions from me...a couple times his actions confused me, giving me pause to ponder his intentions, but other times I felt sadness and sympathy for him, and still other times he had me smiling in silent laughter. He's an excellent character, and I really enjoyed how he and Katniss played off each-other.<br/><br/>For those wondering about the gore and violence factor, obviously just from reading the synopsis you can tell this is not a ""warm and fuzzy"" book...but in my opinion, considering the extreme subject matter, it's handled fairly well. There is violence and gore, but I wouldn't call it gratuitous or drawn-out; it was actually milder than I expected. The entire story is told from Katniss's perspective; she has limited contact with most of the players (many she doesn't even know their names), and thankfully she isn't present every time a player is eliminated.<br/><br/>I can definitely see why The Hunger Games has everyone's attention. It's extremely intriguing and you just can't help but want/need to know what will happen next. I hesitate to associate the word ""entertaining"" with it, but honestly, it really is. It's a picture of a warped futuristic version of Survivor, in a society where life has no value and the government has complete and total reign over the people. Katniss knows things aren't right, and I'm really looking forward to seeing if she's somehow able to bring change to her world over the course of the next two books.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23KLC0KRU849E?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger To Survive	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">In the future, North America has transformed itself into a country known as Panem.  Twelve districts, whose populations are in general underfed, produce different products (coal, agricultural goods, etc.) to serve the needs of the central city known as Capitol.  To keep the twelve outlying districts under Capitol's heel, every year each of the districts is required to select two tributes -- one boy and one girl between the ages of twelve and eighteen -- to fight it out in a televised to-the-death free-for-all known as the Hunger Games.  Twenty-four kids placed in an arena disguised to look like a natural landscape spend approximately two weeks hunting each other down until only one survives.  The winner, along with their home district, are lavished with wealth and prizes.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games were created by Capitol after it suppressed an organized uprising of the districts many decades before.  The author makes it clear that the Games are generally reviled by the inhabitants of the outlying districts.  But under the memory of the failed rebellion and Capitol's continued repression, there is little the districts appear to be able to do.<br/><br/>Enter Katniss Everdeen.  After her younger sister is selected for the Games, Katniss volunteers to take her place.  Thrust into the myriad preparations for the games, Katniss must cope with the alien environment of Capitol and must quickly adapt to navigate her way through the Games' preparations.  As if this is not enough, Katniss must also cope with some mixed feelings about her district's male tribute, Peeta Mellark.<br/><br/>But Capitol and its many differences to her home district along with any mixed feelings she has about Peeta quickly fade when the twenty-four tributes enter the arena.  Because in the arena, everyone is an enemy and Katniss will have to keep all of her wits about her to try and stay alive...<br/><br/>I'll admit, Hunger Games turned about better than I was expecting it to be.  The characters are engaging and believable.  Katniss is a strong heroine.  And where the author really went right with this book is that we get to know Katniss so well that when she is thrust into the horrific environment of the arena the vile nature of the games is graphically emphasized.  How can anyone do this to kids??  But the author left the story wanting in other areas.  Primarily, I really wanted to get to know Katniss's home district -- District 12 -- better before she was pulled from it and thrust into the bewildering environment of Capitol.  I wanted more about its people and its past...perhaps some enticing tidbits about their role in the rebelling decades earlier that led to the Games and would serve as a strong connection to home when Katniss is fighting for her life in the arena.  Instead, the entire focus is on the Games for much of the book and Panem's -- as well District 12's -- history is left by the wayside, hopefully to be picked up again and fleshed out in much greater detail in the subsequent books of the trilogy.  Nonetheless, the story of Panem is thoroughly engaging and I can easily understand why it has connected with so many readers already.  I look forward to picking up the next two books in the near future.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JZW6AADUFT06?ASIN=0439023521	Will be Written Down in History with Harry Potter!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">NOTE: I read this a few years ago. *Way* before a movie was planned.<br/><br/>Surprisingly, I wasn't too keen to start it. I don't know why, I was just hesitant. But as soon as I read that first sentence, I was somehow hooked.<br/>And that first sentence, that one sentence, was all it took for me.<br/><br/>I think it was Collins' writing that first drew me in. The detail and emotions she describes - it just sent shivers up my back.<br/><br/>Katniss, I feel, is a cunning and strong female character. Now-a-days, we rarely see a girl like her. Most authors aren't interested in a strong woman hence why we have characters like Bella from twilight*, Jacinda from Firelight and Sam from Shiver**. Katniss, for me, was always the one saving Peeta or some other guy's skin.<br/>Speaking of which, I must mention my adoration for the little bakery-boy. Is it just me, or is he Katniss' puppy? He follows her around the place, wanting to be loved by her. I found it quite cute! And I thought that Peeta was very nice and kind. (but I didn't like the way he joined up with Cato and co.)<br/>Gale on the other hand...well, I liked him in the first book - short as his appearance is - but when I travelled deeper into the trilogy I found myself loathing him. But, since I'm not reviewing the second and third book, I'll just say that Gale was a short and likable presence (in the first book). ***<br/><br/>*When Edward broke up with Bella, she laid on the forest floor, in a ball, and cried herself to sleep. Twi-hards please face facts; that's NOT the characteristics of a strong woman.<br/>**No, that's not a mistake.<br/>***By the way; THE TWO GUYS WHO PLAYS PEETA AND GALE IN THE MOVIE ARE DELICIOUS.<br/><br/>The romance isn't important in this book (thank the gods), it's a nice little thing to add for good measure, but that's all it is; a little thing. Katniss is a little too busy keeping herself and Peeta alive to sit all-day and kiss him.<br/><br/>The world-building, I shall admit, is not original. Teens killing each other? Where have I heard that...oh yes; Battle Royal. The bloodiest book I have ever read in YA. I was a little upset at the start that Collins has the same idea as Takami, but around the middle of the book I began to realize something; a lot of books are the same in some ways. And so what if they have the same concept? As long as it's good, why should you care?<br/>NOTE: I did read Hunger Games &amp; Battle Royal. And I love both equally.<br/><br/>Suzanne Collins has written a fantastic novel, I can tell that in the future; it will be written down in history with Harry Potter.Hence why I have rated it 5.<br/><br/>However, there was only one thing - only one mind you! - that bothered me. And that was Foxface. Being a large Foxface fan, I was gutted that Collins decided to kill her off so suddenly and so easily. Foxface was clever, sneaky and had slyness about her. She had great potential. So why did Collins make her death an `unfortunate mishap'? I do hope that the Suicide Theory for Foxface is true, because if Collins does deny those facts (and to my knowledge, she hasn't): I will change my star rating.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KXRWC5N9LJZH?ASIN=0439023521	Does not disappoint	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">WARNING:  CONTAINS SPOILERS<br/><br/>Oh boy.  I finally see why this book is so popular.  I have been told to read this book by several people, sites, forums, recommendation engines... I finally got around to doing so.  There was a lot I liked about this book.  The most obvious thing that drew me to it was that it was a well-recommended dystopian book with a thrilling survival element.  Once I started reading it, the excitement and emotional involvement kept me coming back.  The survival part of the Games was well-written and entertaining.  I liked the twist of the beasts at the end, as it helps demonstrate how truly sadistic the Capitol is as a whole.  I really enjoyed the character of Katniss.  She is refreshingly self-sufficient and defiant.  I enjoy a good heroine who can hold her own against the best of them, especially when she uses her wits as a weapon.  While Katniss herself feels that she is often uncaring, I think she was just the right level of caring.  She cares for her sister enough to volunteer as tribute in her place, essentially sacrificing her life for Prim's.  She has love for her father in her memories.  She appears to hate her mother on the surface for shutting down and failing to care for the family, but we see glimpses in which Katniss does indeed still love her too.  She cares for Gale.  She cares for Rue deeply, associating her with Prim and trying her best to protect her and avenge her when she fails to do so.  And she does care for Peeta.<br/><br/>I found myself able to relate to Katniss surprisingly well with her dealings with Peeta.  Her thoughts about Peeta's actions really tugged on my heartstrings.  When he would do something kind for her, she would repeatedly think that he was just playing into the ""starcrossed lover act"" that she thought Haymitch concocted.  Any time she started to feel something, she kept reminding herself that it was just part of the Games, that it wasn't real.  This relates to me on a personal level, because I have some major issues with trust.  This is particularly true with men, and particularly so where relationships are concerned.  Every time she doubted Peeta's motives, I could feel myself in her shoes.  Every time half of me was like ""can't you see, Katniss?"", the other half of me was thinking that I have probably very similarly, maybe just as foolishly, disbelieved someone whose motivations were genuine.<br/><br/>Although the end left a lot of conflict unresolved (obviously opening for a sequel), I enjoyed what did occur.  I appreciated how Katniss started distancing herself from Peeta on the way home, because she was entirely under the belief that everything that occurred between them was just part of the Games.  I liked Peeta's cold, biting reaction to her hurting him, and I very much look forward to seeing what occurs between them, and between the other characters when the District 12 victors return home.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJUX6NT9PDPBP?ASIN=0439023521	gripping narrative	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Unlike some readers, I had the pleasure of meeting this book after I saw the movie. And I have not read the 2 other books. Usually before I write a review, I make a point of reading all of the previous reviews of the book on this site. Unfortunately the sheer mass of these makes this impractical. So I might be stating views already given, but here goes.<br/><br/>The most interesting aspect of what reviews I did read were those by people negative. Like KMR, who suggested that ""the premise ... lacks authenticity"" and ""the people of Panem are so resigned ... they never question it"" and ""in 74 years, not even one tribute has questioned the mandate"". But look at our own unlamented North Korea. Under a stifling and near absolute dictatorship that harks back to 1945 when World War 2 ended 67 years ago. Where in the last 20 years a famine killed over a million people. Yet no rebellion. The 67 year Korean rule is not so far from the 74 years of the Hunger Games. Perhaps the reviewer should be more cognisant of actual history.<br/><br/>Then there is the reviewer Pseudotriakis, who opined that ""the book is boring"". Here the overwhelming mass of readers would absolutely disagree. As you can see by trolling the reviews, most found it gripping. And that is the verdict of the marketplace, based on the book's success. Plus, the movie was a faithful rendition of the book, as stated by the author herself. The movie was a smash for 2012. Which goes to show that the book was not boring.<br/><br/>Further, Pseudotriakis ventures that ""Even when she is forced to kill, she feels little or no remorse""... ""The author never lets her kill pre-emptively, only allowing her to act in self defense"". The reviewer lacks enough introspection to see that he is largely answering his own question. The reason that Katniss feels no remorse is basically because she killed in self defense. Though I suggest that the author did this precisely to avoid the harder issue of how to depict the character if she had indeed killed several opponents, especially if this was done deliberately. If you read the book and think back slowly over the tournament events, you might get an extra appreciation for what Collins did and her skill as a writer. For all of the action and deaths, Katniss manages to segue aside. This lets her emerge at the end not as a hardened stone cold killer, and much easier for the reader to identify with.<br/><br/>I suggest that overall the critical comments about the society or societies in the book inadvertently show the author's constraint. She built this out into 2 more books where she fleshed out those facets. Including from what I can gather in the blurbs, where indeed people rebel against Panem. If she had put these into the current book, it would have made for a far longer text. Keep in mind one practical factor. This first book was market speculation by the author, as it really is for any author. She did not know how well it would be received. Investing too much time in a huge tome that was all 3 novels would have been a big risk of her time. Likely too that the publisher would have baulked at backing it.<br/><br/>Hey, if you liked this novel, there is another story about a death match that starts with 64 gladiators in a future world. Each paired with an opponent and in every round half the players die, until only 1 is left. Berserker's Planet by Fred Saberhagen. Not as successful in the marketplace. Mostly perhaps because the characters in that book exhibit far less empathy than Hunger Games. The biggest differences with Hunger Games are that those fighters enter the contest willingly and can be of any age. If the combat premise of Collins was interesting and you want more, try that book. It is also a reminder that Collins certainly did not invent the idea of a death match with only one winner. Surely there are other books of death matches, but the Saberhagen text is what I've read.<br/><br/>Another book recommendation that will be more germane to some readers is the companion text about the filming of the movie, The Hunger Games: Official Illustrated Movie Companion. Well composed and gives a cool backstory about the travails of filming in the forests of North Carolina.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RX0YSDNM5Q7O?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">From my blog:<br/><br/>This is one of the books that I received for my birthday which was only a couple weeks ago and I read it in the span of a few days. I would have read it faster if school didn't get in my way so much, but the speed bumps did let me savor the story a bit more. I had heard wonderful things about this book and was excited to read it and am happy to report that it lived up to expectations. There is a movie coming out soon (or it might already be out by the time this is posted) based on the book and I'm looking forward to seeing how they pull off all the places that special effects could be awesome.<br/><br/>Title: The Hunger Games<br/>Author: Suzanne Collins<br/>Pages: 374 paperback<br/>Setting: Panem is what is left of North America after a series of extreme weather, earth quakes and civil unrest changed the face of our planet. The Capitol rules over 12 Districts in a brutally unfair government where people in the districts are always starving and people in the Capitol live in luxury as long as they don't say anything against the Capitol.<br/>Premise: In this dystopia the Capitol does many things to keep the districts in line, one of which is the Hunger Games. Every year one girl and one boy between 12-18 are chosen from each district to compete to the death in a survival arena that is completely controlled by the Gamemakers who want the show to be compelling for the entire nation watching live. Katniss Everdeen ends up being one of the two from her district, though her district hasn't won in the last decade or more so things don't look very good....<br/><br/>Strengths:<br/><br/>The pace is surprisingly well done for a story that is about a non-stop fight for survival; I normally get stressed out with those sorts of stories but found this very well paced<br/>The story is written in first person present tense, which is at first a little weird, but it fits nicely once you get used to it<br/>Some wonderful supporting characters who really come alive despite the story being told in first person<br/>Collins uses the tech of this futuristic society in interesting ways and has some fun new ideas for what a futuristic society looks like<br/><br/>Weaknesses:<br/><br/>I didn't get all that attached to Katniss despite her being the main character; I ended up caring a lot more about various supporting characters<br/>The teenage angst gets a bit annoying because of Katniss' density towards human interactions<br/>The book ends on teenage angst, which I just really hated, and I'm not planning to read the next book specifically because it picks up exactly where this one ended<br/>The book takes place almost entirely in the Games, which is appropriate given the title, but I wish I could learn more about the rest of the world<br/><br/>Summary:<br/>I did really enjoy this book as evidenced by the fact that I tore through it so quickly. It isn't too hard of a read since it's obviously aimed at a young adult audience, but it is still emotionally captivating for an older audience if you can ignore the angsty parts. It's great for trips since you'll totally forget about your three hour plane ride, though if you cry at books, you'll probably cry a little. I really wish the next books had more compelling plots, but from talking to people and reading summaries, it feels like Collins is trying to stretch this good idea into too long of a series, which is disappointing given the interesting things that can happen in dystopias run by corrupt governments. I would love to hear people's opinion on the next books though if anyone has read them! What are you most looking forward to about the movie if you've read this book?<br/><br/>More reviews at[...]</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3WPG95KKMGTZ?ASIN=0439023521	Was this written for readors or theaters?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read everything and anything I can get my hands on. So naturally, with Harry Potter sadly over and Twilight in the midst of fizzing out and dying even before the final and most ""epic"" movie yet comes out, The Hunger Games is a welcome invitation to move on and find a geat new trilogy and series. I will read eveything that beomes so popular only because I don't want to miss anything great and try not to listen to people who hate the books (ex: Twilight).<br/><br/>The Hunger Games had such a great plot. The author was halfway there with that. She could have done SO MUCH MORE and in my opinion failed miserably at writing a compelling series. I think the only moment I liked the main character Katniss, was when she volunteered for the games so her sister wouldn't have to. That was it. After that, she immediately got on my nerves and I never felt like I cared what happened to any of them. The feel of the whole book, was that is was written in a way that the author hoped to get a movie deal out of it. She could have elaborated so much more about things, making the characters more real, and still would have gotten her movie deal so I barely even consider this to be a real book. It reads more like a blabbering screenplay.<br/><br/>It's disappointing because the plot is a great idea. Was she the first to do something like this? No. But that doesn't matter when a great author writes a book. Harry wasn't the first wizard ever created on a page but he came to life and now no one will forget him. Even in Twilight, the vampires are real to the reader, whether or not you think the writing is good. These books Suzanne Collins wrote are so different. Somehow she writes fast paced and you can read it quickly, but there was never a point where I was concerned for anyone and despite the highly controversial/barbaric story line of what happens, it still didn't make me FEEL anything. Taking into account what these books were about, that's really saying something.<br/><br/>And Katniss, why are you constantly staring at the screen or mirror and all of you including yourself are ""mesmerized"" by you? And why when you were in the games, were you always acting for the camera, smiling in a sly way, calling for Peeta because it will seem like the right thing to do, and always saying so confidently, surely, every camera is on ME right now. Again and again. Are you a narcissist Katniss? I think so.<br/><br/>To me, the is a MAJOR issue and flaw with a book/series. The whole point is to lose yourself in a story and escape to another world. I could never forget I was sitting on my couch reading this.<br/><br/>As for the rule breaking, Suzanne Collins is not the first to have holes in her story. She did change the rules of the games 3 times I think which is a bit ridiculous but I get why she did it. If they never changed it to district partners winning together, and then back again, Katniss and Peeta would never have decided to ""check out"" together at the end of the games. But she could have acheived this ending without changing the rules..if only the characters had some substance and personalities. Every book has holes, Lord of The Rings, Frodo could have just flown to Mordor with Gandolf on an eagle and the whole journey would never have happened. In Harry Potter, Gobet of Fire anyone? Harry didn't need to win the Tri-Wizard tournament to get to the graveyard. It's hard to find a perfect book with no holes at all. But other authors manage to make it not matter, the book is so good, you let it slide. This book however was the opposite. I'm going to flat out say I changed the rules, wait i'm changing them again, now one more time because third times the charm. Suzanne Collins only put enough effort into this to get it into the movies. And probably this series will be one of those where the movie is actually better then the books.<br/><br/>That's not supposed to happen Suzanne Collins.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1AD5IW521NWK4?ASIN=0439023521	Dark, Engaging, Twisted but Katniss is a bit dry.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins<br/><br/>Ok, ok, ok, ok!  I jumped on the band wagon.  I admit it!<br/><br/>See, I wasn't going to read the series.  In fact, it sounded a bit too violent for my taste.  Plus, I don't really like becoming a bandwagon fan.<br/><br/>But, I was taken on a date (he was nice, didn't go anywhere though) and we saw the movie.  So, I figured I should go ahead and read the books.  I mean, why not?  Especially when I could check The Hunger Games out for free from Amazon Prime.<br/><br/>So, I did!  And, I was pretty hooked, no lie!<br/><br/>So, I was right, the series is pretty dark and a bit brutal.  Many of you may be familiar with the concept, but I will write a brief recap.<br/><br/>Set in the future when everything has changed, now where North America stood is the country of Panem.  The ""life"" of the country is in the Capitol, where the wealthy (and rather frivolous and silly) live.  And party.  They're the kind of people who don't get up before 10am.  Before noon, really, if they don't have to.  They lavish themselves in wealth, luxuries and outrageous hairstyles and clothing.<br/><br/>But ""layering"" out from the Capitol are districts.  12 of them, to be exact though there used to be 13).  Once upon a time, approximately 74 years ago, District 13 was obliterated by the Capitol when they attempted to rebel from the leadership of the Capitol.  Now, as penance for their transgressions, each District is required to send two tributes to the annual Hunger Games.  The tributes are one male and one female between the ages of 12-18.  Once selected, the tributes must battle to the death in an arena created by the Gamemakers, until only one tribute is left standing.<br/><br/>The Capitol insists on this as a form of ""entertainment"" but really, it is to keep the Districts in line.  Most districts are poverty stricken, and in order to receive the basic necessities at time, potential tributes can accept rations from the Capitol in exchange for having their name entered additional times in the drawing for tribute.<br/><br/>This year, at the 74th annual Hunger Games, we meet Katniss Everdeen, whose younger sister Prim, must be entered into the drawing for the first time.  At the ceremony, called the Reaping, much to Katniss' dismay, Prim's name is drawn.  In a moment of shock, terror and desperation, Katniss steps forward to be the female tribute from District 12, the coal miner's district, in place of her sister.<br/><br/>The book is a first-person account of Katniss Everdeen's experiences in the 74th Annual Hunger Games as she is forced to be a pawn in the Capitol's annual ""sporting event.""<br/><br/>Will Katniss survive against the tributes from the other districts?  Even against the so-called ""Career tributes"" from the districts wealthy enough to train some of their children to be tributes?  Will Katniss' family face the loss of their daughter, and how will District 12 respond if they lose Katniss?  Or will something different happen?  Unanticipated by the Gamemakers, to set the 74th annual Hunger Games apart in history?<br/><br/>Read The Hunger Games to find out!<br/><br/>I have to admit, seeing the movie first, then reading the book is quite a different experience for me.  I was unable to get the visions of the actors out of my mine while reading the books.  Luckily, the actress who played Katniss was fantastic!<br/><br/>Honestly, first-person narration generally is not my favorite.  I much prefer third-person narration, so it took a while to get used to the style of the book.  I honestly think that the written version of Katniss was a good character but a bit dry.  The ability to supplement her character with the actress' interpretation is what really helped the character come alive for me.  She might have been a tad bit dry had I not had that supplementation.<br/><br/>However, the author, Suzanne Collins, paints a great picture of a futuristic world, one where a ""President"" reigns in terror and absolute control over the subsidiaries, and forces them to battle to the death yearly to maintain order.  It's a terrifying notion, that seems scarily possible at times.  Like the kind of future that could exist when power runs unchecked.<br/><br/>Luckily the book was a little less bloody than I had imagined, making it readable for me.  Because honestly, I can't handle lots of blood and gore.  That being said, it's still not great content for a younger audience because of the theme of young adults/children brutally murdering other young adults/children.<br/><br/>Katniss is shown to be a resourceful and strong contender, but she has to face an arena that has other competitors that have trained their entire lives for their moment in the arena.<br/><br/>This compelling tale is intriguing and also warns of the dangers of too much power, and how horribly a dictatorial government can cause the lives of the every day person to be.<br/><br/>All in all, I say 4 out of 5 stars!</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13VU5CPNGC4CO?ASIN=0439023521	3 stars for the book itself, an extra star for pushing Twilight out of the picture	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book a few years ago for a school book club, then decided to give it a reread when the craze started.  Then and now I've come to the same conclusion: definitely one of the better YA fiction books out there.  Didn't enjoy it as much as I enjoyed D.J. MacHale's Pendragon Series, which was pretty much the only thing I read in middle school, but it still ranks up there above many other YA fiction novels I've read, such as ""Shipbreaker"" and ""Incarceron.""<br/><br/>I just finished my second read today, and I don't think I enjoyed it as much as I did the first.  There's a lot of things that could've done that, though.  It might just be that I've grown up some, become more experienced in literature, and so it takes more to impress me.  Or it could just be that I still somewhat remembered what happened so I was never really worried about any of the characters.  I probably shot myself in the foot too, so to speak, having read an astounding King novel before I picked up ""The Hunger Games.""  There's no telling, really, but I definitely enjoyed it more when I read it a few years ago when it first came out.<br/><br/>The writing isn't anything remarkable.  It's simple, easily understood, and concise, which is completely fine, I just think the writer could have done a little more, I guess.  The one thing that bothered me most is, and this is just my opinion, the lack of emotional depth to the characters.  Katniss seems almost completely numb to killing other children in the Games.  She is responsible for the death of a few tributes, such as the one taken by the tracker jackers and, inadvertantly, the deaths of Foxface and the boy from District 3, but the boy from District 1, her first direct kill, has almost no effect on here.  Where is the lament for taking another's life?  I like knowing the characters I'm reading about have a conscience, like (and this might just be my inner Wheel of Time fanboy coming out) Rand al'Thor in Jordan's Wheel of Time series, who, several volumes later, is still weeping over his first kill, and even commits to memory all of the names and faces of the deaths he's caused.  Yet Katniss feels no remorse for the boy, doesn't cry once for him--not that I recall, at least.  I can understand her not feeling bad about kiling Cato--that was an act of mercy, not malice--but it annoys me that Katniss doesn't grieve for the atrocities she was forced to commit.  Maybe the author does it intentionally to show how the Capitol has numbed the public to such things with the Hunger Games and the difficult lifestyles those in the Districts are forced to live.  But, since Katniss ends up inciting the rebellion against the Capitol, it would make since that she hadn't been numbed by the Games yet; she should fight against what the Capitol and the Games stand for in all ways, not let herself be broken down by it.  I read this book without feeling any sort of emotion, which isn't good.  I like crying over the agonies of the characters, like I did when reading ""Pet Sematary.""  This incited almost no emotion in me.<br/><br/>In short, this novel, though, in my humble opinion, somewhat overrated, is good in that it delivers an original and quite enjoyable story.  And, thank the lord, it seems to have put Twilight off the map (I'm not just hating on the Twilight series for kicks and giggles; I actually really enjoyed ""Twilight"", but the other books in the series were dreadful).  This book also gets props for not taking 800+ pages to tell a good story; having read only thick fantasy tomes for the past year, it was good for me to experience a simple, clear, 300+ page story.  I'll be giving the next books in the series a read too, which shouldn't take too long, considering these are quick reads.<br/><br/>Good YA fiction--but not that best, in my opinion.  Not a bad book for teens or adults.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WMDTFV7390SX?ASIN=0439023521	Do believe the hype!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I rejected every invitation to read this book since it was compared to the much overhyped Twilight series. But I'm so glad I caved, because I was up till stupid o' clock for 3 nights just trying to finish the whole trilogy - I seriously couldn't put it down!<br/><br/>Suzanne Collins imagination is genius - the plot was properly thought-out and intricate, the writing style was straightforward but very descriptive allowing each scene to be crisp in one's mind. It's been 7 years since I was a teen, but perhaps everyone above 20 who loves this book is just simple-minded since most negative critics claim only young adults are supposed to find it enjoyable. Well, I very much liked its directness and the fact that it was not loaded with excessive and unnecessary literary fluff...therefore leaving more room for the actual storyline to be the focus.<br/><br/>My greatest fear was that it would be too graphic with kids killing kids, and I for one don't do well with gruesome. But Collins did well by reducing the goriness of almost all the deaths, and also by not letting us get too attached to the rest of the tributes (well, except Rue); which somehow made the deaths a lot more tolerable.<br/><br/>One bone I do have to pick is why Collins made Katniss's character so unlikeable. I wanted to like her, not only because she was the main character but she was also a martyr; and that was the right thing to do. But boy, did I struggle! Why did she have to be so bland, and stoic? It seemed to me like the author herself was confused about how to portray Katniss to the readers. Was she a hero? If yes, why was she was constantly in self-defense mode? Was she a sweetheart? No, not with that lack of emotion. Heck! Even drunk Haymitch had a little more personality. Perhaps there is a reason for this that would be revealed in the next 2 parts of the series. I am optimistic, so I will hold my breath.<br/><br/>Overall, I think it was a captivating book, almost impossible not to feel like you were right there in the arena.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NXNDDPK95RPS?ASIN=0439023521	Leaves you wanting more...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">There is something infectious about the short, declaratory sentences that open the Hunger Games.  Perhaps it is the indication made so early on and so tacitly that Panem is not a place for deep reflection, a land where long-winded soliloquies are wholly inapproriate and out of place.  Whatever the attraction, this is one of those rare books that snags you at the beginning and doesn't let go until the very end.  It may be impossible to say anything different from what hundreds have already said.  Quite simply put, this is a great book and deserves to be read.<br/><br/>The author, Suzanne Collins, does a phenomenal job in crafting a world that is at once engaging, brutal, and terrifyingly possible.  It isn't that the book is so fresh and original that one cannot help but be spellbound, indeed much of what the Hunger Games brings to the table can be found, bit by bit, in other literary works or in films.  That these various elements don't feel trite, however, is a great credit to how wonderfully put together they are.  If the narrative is interesting, I don't particularly care that there may be another book that is somewhat like this one, the book stands on its own two feet and in my estimation is more than original and creative enough.  Arguably one of the author's best decisions was to maintain a fairly rapid pace throughout the novel which kept moments or bits of plot from becoming old too quickly with perhaps a few stumbles here and there (the part where Katniss and Peeta are sitting in a cave comes to mind).<br/><br/>Katniss is a good main character and I found it hard not to like her as the protagonist, though at times she seems a little dense which is at odds with 98% of what the book reveals about her.  She's a smart and savvy hunter and can discern the intent behind a sponsor's gift but can't figure out that Peeta isn't lying about his feelings for her.  It makes no sense and is perhaps the only example where the author missed a great opportunity to make her, and that part of the narrative, more three-dimensional and gripping.<br/><br/>Of course, the book is ""brutal"" insofar as it goes.  I didn't find it to be overly graphic and unlike some others I don't believe in the slightest that the book glorifies or romanticizes violence as there are several instances where characters decry what's going on and express indignation about what they're being forced to do.  The thing to villify is not the PG-13 violence, but the hypothetical governmental forces that not only allow the killing, but compel it to happen.  Those who would see in the book an endorsement of meaningless violence are those that I don't think have really read the book.  You won't receive anything on the order of Golding's Lord of the Flies, but it will force you to ask a meaningful question here and there.  While the book purports to explore the effects of war and violence on those coming of age, it seems that the planned trilogy took precedence and so, maybe, that exploration will be truly started with the second book which might be appropriate since the first one needed to introduce the world and, as I said, it isn't yet one that invites much reflection or philosophizing.<br/><br/>Overall, The Hunger Games is a dynamic book that, with a few notable missteps, does a great job in whisking the reader away.  It can be forgiven for being somewhat derivative, if you choose to look at it that way, but it stands as an excellent achievement.  It might not be a true classic but it does leave you hungry for more.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OA2M5E58SR8V?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for more!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger Games Review<br/><br/>After the reading the first installment of the hunger games, I find myself having an insatiable appetite for more.<br/>An absolutely wonderful read, the first installment in the Hunger Games series by Suzanne Collins follows two protagonists, a girl named Katniss, and a boy named Peeta on a remarkable journey. Set in a futuristic world where the North America as we know it no longer exists, Katniss and Peeta are chosen from their impoverished district, district twelve, to compete in the Panem (name of the new country) ""Hunger Games"". These games pit the two against not only each other, but 21 other participants from the other districts in Panem (12 total).<br/><br/>What Collins does well is establishing the bond between Katniss, Peeta, and their hometown of district 12. The book is a whirlwind of action and revelation. As both protagonists learn more of their abilities and potential in the hunger games, they also begin to reveal more about themselves to each other. A special relationship forms between Peeta and Katniss that plays a pivotal throughout the hunger games, at times pitting them against each other, while other times, making each other their only hope for survival.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games takes a daring twist halfway through the book, and to share it would only ruin it for you, but rest assured it will keep you on the edge of your seat for the whole book. Collins truly has mastered the craft of keeping the reader guessing, and flipping the pages wanting more. The story is a very simple one of survival and spirit, but the characters and scenarios that arise give it a unique and memorable touch. The Hunger Games is a book that leaves you hungry for more, and thankfully there are two more installments in the trilogy to enjoy.<br/><br/>Regardless of what kind of book you like to read, the hunger games has a story and message universal to all. It will keep you flipping the pages until your eyes threaten to shut down, and even then you will them to stay open just a little longer. I would definitely recommend this book to anybody, and plan on picking up a copy of the sequel very soon. So happy reading! And may the odds be ever in your favor.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12VRG3QSHM5VD?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games to infinity and beyond	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">""The Hunger Games"" is simply incredible. Good luck putting this book down after the first chapter! Suzanne Collins made me feel as if I were running through the arena with Katniss. Katniss Everdeen is a role model for all young girls. She is fearlessly passionate for her sister Prim, incredibly smart, and not afraid of heart break. Katriss is beyond her years when it comes to intelligence. Growing up in the poorest area of Panem, district 12, she learns to provide for her family. Panem is the remains of what used be North America. The 13 districts declared war on the controlling government, the Capitol. The Capitol not only won the war, but they destroyed district 13 to show the 12 remaining districts they meant business. They also had to agree on terms to provide one girl and one boy from each district to fight to the death on television, which they call the celebration of ""Hunger Games"". On the day of the reaping, which is when the boy and girl from each district are randomly chosen to fight in the Hunger Games, Katniss's younger sister, Prim, is picked. Prim is horrified knowing that she won't stand a chance against the 24 trained tributes. So being the courageous sister that she is, Katniss volunteers for Prim. And the heart- racing, breathtaking, incredible adventure begins. After Katniss is trained for a week, she is propelled into the arena with her other tribune, Peeta, for the 74th Hunger Games. Every twist, every turn in this book made my jaw drop and thirst for more. Thank heavens there is a sequel to this book or I would be heart broken. I rate this book 5 stars for making me think with a new perspective and begging for book two. I truly encourage you to read ""The Hunger Games"" because it is an amazing read and this book will go to infinity and beyond.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6EUWWU3566PA?ASIN=0439023521	The creativity put into this novel is amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am not one to hop on the bandwagon of popular fiction, but my friend Miranda said that I HAVE to listen to this audiobook!  I have to admit that I didn't really know anything about this book when I checked it out at the library, so it turned into a pleasant surprise.<br/><br/>Collins immerses us into a dystopian society that was formerly North America, but is now known as Panem.  The time of the annual Hunger Games is approaching as everyone prepares to attend the Reaping.  All citizens are required to attend the Reaping, where they will choose each Districts representatives that will participate in the games.<br/><br/>As you can tell from the summary above, young Prim is selected from her District, but that is when Katniss comes forward to take her place in the games.  It takes a courageous girl to step forward knowing that it is very possible she will be murdered because of her decision.  A boy and girl from each District will be chosen to participate, and the games will not be over until there is only one child standing.<br/><br/>When the games actually begin, I think I turned into a nervous wreck as I listened to this audio.  It was very intense as these young people are forced to murder in order to stay alive.  We see how Katniss herself deals with these conflicting feelings that arise as she fights for her own survival.<br/><br/>I am not going to tell you any more about this book, except that it was amazing!  I know that this book is considered a young adult novel, but obviously readers of all ages have found enjoyment from it.  With themes of survival, honor, trust, and family, there really is something that will appeal to just about everyone.  I don't hesitate in recommending this novel to just about anyone I know.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32H835M600WPH?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games~<br/> This book was one of the best books I've read. Not only did the author create such a vivid image in your head when you read it, but also the story line kept you on the edge of your seat. The setting takes place years into the future into a new country known as Panem. This new country rose from the ashes of North America after it failed. In Panem, there are 13 districts and one Capitol. Each of the districts specializes in a certain area. While one district might supply weapons another supplies coal. One year though, district 13 decides to start a rebellion against the Capitol because they no longer want to supply them and be under their control. This caused the Capitol to destroy the 13th capitol and kill everybody remaining. The Capitol decided to make more laws and become extra strict. They wanted to make sure no one ever forgot what happened and the power they have over them all, thus creating the Hunger Games.<br/> Every year and once a year, each district must pick two tributes, one boy and one girl, from a glass bowl. These 2 tributes are then shipped off to the Capitol for training. Here they meet the other 22 tributes. Soon after their tanning they are taken to the arena, the battlefield for the games. While in this arena the tributes are forced to kill each other until only one is remaining while every citizen is forced to watch every brutal second of the games. The last tribute remaining will then go home and receive riches for the rest of their life.<br/> Meet Katniss Everdeen, a 16-year-old teenager from the poorest district, District 12. At a young age she lost her father and was forced to support her mother and her little sister Prim. To do this every morning she leaves early to go hunt in the woods with her best friend Gale. Although hunting is illegal, they never get in trouble because everybody could use a little food.<br/> One the day of the drawing for tributes, Prim is chosen. Katniss leaps forward to volunteer to take her little sisters place. Once she is up on stage the boy tribute is chosen. The boy picked is Peeta Mellark. He is also a 16-year-old teenager. Katniss and Peeta know each other but aren't exactly friends. Peeta was the one who got Katniss to start hunting again and saved her family from starvation.<br/> When the games began Peeta told all of Panem that he was in love with Katniss. This was supposed to be only apart of the show, but he was actually telling the truth. At the beginning of the games, while in the arena, Peeta joins forces with the Careers (the rich kids from the upper districts who have trained their whole life for the Hunger Games, to them it's a honor) and helps them hunt down Katniss. This ends up being a lie to keep them away from her. Although he knows he has to die to keep her alive, he is willing to keep her safe. This is the problem, both Katniss and Peeta want to keep each other alive but to do that one of them must die.<br/> Then there was a rule change. During this rule change, two tributes can win if they are from the same district. This sends Katniss into a frenzy to find Peeta, who has been seriously injured. Once she finds him she learns that Cato, their many enemy and the one with the best chance of winning, sliced open Peeta's leg. Together they take shelter and Katniss nurses Peeta back to health.<br/>  Soon there was only three left, Katniss, Peeta and Cato. Though they were spread apart, so, soon the gamemakers (ones who control everything that happens in the arena) send mutant mutts to chase them to the middle of the arena. This is where it all goes down.<br/> Once all three find each other in the middle, Cato puts Peeta into a headlock. He tells Katniss to go ahead and shoot him with her arrows because all it will do is send him and Peeta to their death. Being a smart young girl and an expert with bows and arrows, she shoots Cato in the hand causing him to let go of Peeta and fall to the mutts to die.<br/>  Once Cato was killed, Katniss and Peeta think they have won. That is until the previous rule change had been revised, meaning only one could win. Katniss wasn't going to accept this. So she pulled out the nightlock berries (These berries are extremely deadly if you take one tiny bite, you will die instantly from the poison) and hands some to Peeta. They counted to three and shoved the berries into their mouths. That's when they are told they have won. Each spit out the berries and is lifted into the hovercraft waiting to take them back to the Capitol. They are finally safe and can both go back home and live peacefully with their families.... Or so they think. At home trouble is waiting for them, why? Because they outsmarted the Capitol. And nobody outsmarts the Capitol and gets away with it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZJUBARSUYF3B?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games book review:)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is a very thrilling romance novel for people of all ages. This book starts a romance like no other when Katniss Everdeen and Petta Mellark are forced to come together and a battle for their district and their own life. Katniss never wanted anything to do with Peeta, all she wanted to do was take care of her family and hunt with her best friend Gale. Due to the harsh ruling of the country Panem, every year there have a huge televised event. It is called the hunger games. This event was created for a very disturbing reason. Due to the harsh ruling of Panem district 13 tried to overthrow the government. Due to their failure the whole district was blown to pieces. These games were created to remind the citizens of Panem to not try to overthrow them. In the games 24 competitors have to fight and kill each other until the last one is standing. Shockingly on the day of the reaping, out of thousands of little children Katniss's younger sister Prim gets chosen to be the female tribute from her district, district 12. Sadly the ages to be chosen for this event are 12-18 and Prim gets chosen on her first year. Katniss couldn't stand to see Prim go so she had to come up with a solution and fast! Katniss volunteered to take her place. Prim was so upset and had to be pried off of her by Gale.<br/>  Due to this, now Katniss and other district 12 tribute Peeta Mellark head into the capitol for a life or death battle. They have to fight against 22 other tributes that have lots of strengths and they trained for this event there whole life. Will these two love-birds survive the challenge and reunite with their families or be defeated. Oh, did I forget to mention only one can survive?<br/>  I would absolutely recommend this book to anyone! I know nobody would be disappointed in this book. Now I'm sure your dying to know what's going to happen next. I guess you're just going to have to buy the book! Don't forget, May the odds be ever in your favor!<br/><br/>Created by: Noah Stokes</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DJNCVO1S0UX?ASIN=0439023521	Rachel4JenniM	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Have you ever really looked at an animal in a cage? Have you ever wondered what they are thinking?  For the people in the Nation of Panem they know the feeling of entrapment.  Panem is a nation located in what used to be called North America. It is made up of twelve districts that all surround their shining capital of corrupt power.  Each district is enslaved to do a certain task for the capitol providing the capital with supplies and power, while the people are left in severe poverty and treated like slaves. For Katniss Everdeen, a sixteen-year-old girl, life is not easy. She lives with her mother and little sister in district 12, the coal-mining district. Katniss is a strong and resourceful young woman who is brilliant with a bow and arrow and works outside the rules of the capital, as much as, she can get away with.<br/><br/>The capital is always looking for ways to show off their power and control over the people in the districts. Their greatest display of power takes place during their ultimate reality game show, the Hunger Games. The rules are simple, but the price is dire, they must fight to the death until only one remains. Each district is forced to relinquish one boy and one girl ranging from the ages of twelve to eighteen to participate in the game.  This large display from the capital, treated like entertainment, is beyond cruel and inhumane.  Forcing children to kill one another on TV, shows how unequivocally ice cold and appalling the capital is.<br/><br/>This book is not like any other novel out there right now; it is insightful and meaningful to the real world today.  It could be named my generations Fahrenheit 451 and 1984. Everyday our rights are changing and being more and more controlled by the people with power and money.  This book shows that idea in an accelerated way with a horrifying twist. However, some of the ideas are not that far fetched. Suzanne Collins had the concept for the book one night when she was flipping channels and was switching from reality TV shows and the news.  This book is a gripping and enticing read. You will not be able to put it down. So, make sure you have enough time to devote to reading and have the next book in the series on hand and ready in the wings.  Prepare yourself to follow Katniss on the twisty and horrific adventure of her lifetime.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UU3H6ESHKRF9?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing book!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Blake Bechard<br/>  Period 3<br/>  5/18/12<br/><br/>  Wow, this book is amazing! when I read in class and at home I never wanted to put it down. I had to wait a while to start to read this book because my brother was in love with the book, and he was always reading it. Finally I was able to read it and it was awesome. It amazes me that they would put 12 year old kids fighting against 18 year old teenagers. I also saw the movie it was kind of disturbing in some parts like when I found out that the little girl Rue was killed, and all the other young boys and girls. The dramatic life-or-death plot is incredibly compelling to me. It is exciting and disturbing at the same time.<br/><br/>  The setting was is in a post-apocalyptic North America and goes by the name Panem. In district 12 were Katniss, Prim, and their mother. They are very poor after Katnisses dad died in the mine. So katniss has to risk her life by going in to an unknown place where she catches food for her mother and Prim. She also has the help of her good friend Gale that always brings her fresh loaves of bread. Then they find out it is reaping day, which is the day when kids get chosen for fighting in the Hunger Games. When Katniss gets home Prim and her mother are there waiting for her. Just when they get there, they get scanned and then stand there waiting in groups to wait for Effie Trinket to start to call the names.<br/><br/>  Just when Katniss thought her and her sister Prim were safe Effie Trinket called Primrose Everdeen. All of sudden Prims face was blood shoot and as white as a ghost. she was walking up to the stage when Katniss screamed, I volunteer. Effie Trinket said WOW! That is are first volunteer in district 12. Next name was called Peeta. To survive this game you have to have the heart to give to the audience and believe in yourself. You have to be careful who you trust. Her and Peeta show the crowd that they love each other. But only one person can win the game so Katniss had to be smart and use all of her brain to think of how to trust and how to play the game.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1AVRPCQ0FK9YF?ASIN=0439023521	Loved It!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">SUMMARY<br/><br/>In the ruins of what used to be America, post-apocalyptic Panam has emerged. To remind its people that going against the Capital as District 13 did, the remaining 12 Districts must have ""volunteer"" a boy and a girl tribute to play the Hunger Games. Only one will survive. Added to this sacrifice is the insult that everyone must watch the televised Games. As the residents of District 12 gather in the Town Square, Katniss Everdeen prays that her name is not called. It is not. The name is Primrose Everdeen. Making the ultimate sacrifice, Katniss volunteers to take her little sister's place as tribute. To her dismay, the boy tribute is called: Peeta Mellark. How is she to kill the boy who gave her the bread after her father was killed in a Mine explosion? She must, if she is to survive. She can't afford not to. Katniss can't trust her mother after she fell into an immobilizing depression. Prim doesn't have her cold and calculating temperament that is needed for hunting. Prim can't go under the fence into the woods of what was Appalachia. With out her, the remnant Everdeen family will starve. Let the Games begin. The Huntress becomes the hunted.<br/><br/>MY THOUGHTS<br/><br/>1.) Katniss is a wonderful character. She is a survivor. She had to become the head of her family at a very young age. It is no wonder that she seems cold at the beginning of novel. She found out that she can't trust anyone (with the exception of Gale) at the tender age of 11. She will never marry and sacrifice her children to the Hunger Games. She is wary of any kindness given to her. But she grows as demonstrated by her affection for Rue. My heart broke and tears ran down my cheek as Katniss sang the lullaby to the dying child and covered little Rue with flowers. The gift that Rue's district gave Katniss and Thresh's sparing of her life showed that character development. Her joy when it was announced that 2 tributes could survive if they were from the same district was genuine. She really did like Peeta and reflected a small amount of humanity that Peeta spoke of on the roof top in the Capitol. She did slightly disappoint me when she broke Peeta's heart at the end. My heart ached for him. I thought Collins would have let Katniss explore her warm feelings toward him. Remember the warmth and butterflies she had when Peeta kissed her the first time when he wasn't medicated or in pain? I enjoyed those scenes in the cave.<br/><br/>2.) I found it very interesting that the vanquished 13th District was the original 13 American Colonies where America declared her Independence from England to form a government of We the People. Panam's Capitol is in the Rockies, not Washington, D.C. and Panam's government is the opposite of the Founding Fathers: Totalitarianism. The tribute Games reminded me of an ultra-modern take on Shirley Jackson's THE LOTTERY.<br/><br/>3.) The writing is exquisite. Collins use of the 1st person from Katniss' POV worked and necessary. It is her story. The action is almost nonstop. The descriptive scenes at the Capital were amazing! I could see the ""girl on fire"" and her twirling in her gemstone gown and her amazement when Peeta declares he's been in love with her since they were five. I loved Rue, respected Thresh, hated the Careers and the Capitol. I loved Cinna, too. I can understand the appeal this novel has; it is amazing!!!!! I loved, loved it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38LNYDQ66B8ID?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games Review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">In a world where all 12 districts are ruled by the controlling and ever-oppressive government known as the Capitol, children are forced to fight to the death until one person remains in the annual Hunger Games for the amusement of the Capitol's citizens. Katniss Everdeen becomes the next female tribute from District 12 for the 74th annual Hunger Games when she volunteers to take the place of her younger sister, Prim. Afterward, she and her fellow tribute, Peeta Mellark, are whisked off to the Capitol, where they are primped and prepped for the televised appearances that precede the Game itself. All too soon, the two teens are thrust into the arena determined to make it back home to District 12 and the families that they left behind - all while the entire world watches their every move. The Hunger Games is a book that immediately grabs your interest and doesn't let go until the very last page. Readers will laugh, cry, and fight along with Katniss and Peeta as they attempt to show the Capitol that they are people, not merely pawns to be used in their Games for the sole entertainment of the privileged of Panem.<br/><br/>I started reading this book because of a good friend's persistent recommendation and I'd already been hearing about it because of the movie that comes out later this week. Regardless, I picked it up and I don't regret doing so for one second. I absolutely loved this book. From the plot to the characters, everything about The Hunger Games is incredibly brilliant. With this book, Suzanne Collins has managed to create a world filled with people and events that readers can easily relate to, fall in love with, and follow along throughout the entire story. That's what I loved about this book - the characters are so real that you feel like you are actually living out the story of The Hunger Games with them. I was hooked from the first few pages and literally could not put this book down - I even finished it in one day! If you like action, suspense, and an incredible storyline, then you should definitely pick up The Hunger Games. I promise you won't be sorry that you did. The Hunger Games will leave you wanting more - which is a good thing, since it's the first book in a trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R83TNL2TY9O9K?ASIN=0439023521	The Best YA book I've read in years.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A MINI-SPOILER review for I've-seen-the-movie-but-haven't-read-the-book types. I'll be writing this review in the hopes you'll give the book a chance. What you've seen on-screen hasn't touched the surface. Here I am simply juxtaposing the movie VS the book.<br/><br/>There are several movie fans out there who (like me) watched the movie first, and read the book soon after. Some of you have no intention on reading it because at this point (May 13th?) the trilogy may have been spoiled from you by others. It shouldn't deter you from reading such a masterpiece. The movie can stand alone by itself without reading the book. But just barely. The movie (while is does run 2 1/2 hours) simply doesn't have the time to explain what is going on. You'll spend too much time feeling clueless as to why X scene/character is significant. Simply put, it's too hard to get a feel of the characters, and understand their life experiences, and internal pain. You also forget to have sympathy for EVERY child involved in such a morbid scenario, and you may simply end up cheering for the underdogs. (A point that the movie completely undermines, and nearly misses it). The book is far more violent than the film.<br/><br/>Now onto why you should read the book.<br/><br/>First: Personality Development<br/><br/>It is an in-depth view about class war, abuse of power, and the will to live from the street-smart, hardened-heart of 16-year old Katniss Everdeen as the protagonist in first person narrative. The book digs deeper into her psyche. What you may see on-screen is a withdrawn character who has eerily calm demeanor, under the circumstances of her fate. In the book Katniss is is witty, sharp, and takes on the role of the paternal provider of her family. [MINI-SPOILER ALERT] A role that is necessary, but she inwardly resents. (Only her grieving widowed mother, and younger sister, Primrose remain after their father was killed in a mine explosion when she was 11).[END MINI-SPOILER] She knows they can't survive without her, so she sharpens her hunting skills to survive off the land. Coming from the lowest ranked and least desired district 12, The coal industry, she is no stranger to hard knocks. She is profoundly mature for her age, and is not the bleeding-heart type. She can't afford to be. You will also learn more about Peeta, her counterpart and his role. What you may not see in the movie is that he is dually charismatic and self-deprecating. What he lacks in strategy he greatly makes up for in charm.<br/><br/>As far as Gale is concerned there is less personality development than desired, but even less in the movie. He does show up more in Mockingjay. (The third installment). This early in the book, all we know is that she really opens up to Gale, her hunting partner and best friend. She clams up to everyone else, save Rue. Of all the main characters, Haymitch, Katniss' and Peeta's drunken mentor and previous winner from District 12 decades ago, is far more powerful and carries more weight as to why he's there. Effie Trinket, district twelve's Capitol representative and annual announcer for the games, is less two-dimensional than meets the eye. She does have compassion for her tributes, and even fears for them. She just insufferably communicates how she feels from a privileged point of view.<br/><br/>Second, after seeing the movie, it really helps to put a face to what you've already seen. What I've written may or may not change your mind, at the very least putting emotions into other characters in the arena will. You will hurt for all of them, which is the book's intention.<br/><br/>Get to know them. For a much better understanding. At this point, I am about 1/3 of the way through Mockingjay and will write reviews for all three books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12I3GG95Y3W3P?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing novel	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Can you summarize the plot?<br/>This book is the first in the Hunger Games series, and it follows Katniss Everdeen on her journey to try to win the hunger games.  The hunger games is a contest held every year in which 2 people (a boy and a girl between the ages of 12 and 18) is chosen to compete in a fight to the death for the entertainment of the rest of the Panem society.  That's as basic as I can put it.<br/><br/>What were your initial thoughts going into the book?<br/>I was a little scared that I might hate it.  Despite having read many (many, many, many, many) amazing reviews on this book and truly wanting to see the film, I was scared the writing would be too dull or horrific to hold my attention.  I also have a penchant for good endings and well, with a summery like the one above, you know a lot of people are going to die and I wasn't sure if I would be pleased with that.<br/><br/>What were your initial thoughts after finishing the novel?<br/>I was a bit speechless.  I loved it.  Honestly, I really do like reading a bit of gore, it just makes happy endings hard to come by.  I genuinely love Peeta (yeah, I am definitely team Peeta) and I wanted to see where their relationship went.  This book drew me in pretty quickly and it was hard to put down.<br/><br/>What did you like about this book?<br/>I liked that it was written in first person because I really liked Katniss' no nonsense way of narrating.  I loved most of the characters ::coughs:: especially Peeta ::clears thoat:: The world it is set in is so different and excited and I just needed to know more and more about it.  I am a bit of an sucker for dystopian novels right now.  I also really loved the gore and the way Suzanne Collins didn't shy away from that or make it too easy on Katniss.  She gets serious injuries and has to really fight to stay alive.<br/><br/>What did you dislike about this book?<br/>I didn't like the love triangle.  This is a bit of a pet peeve of mine because almost every YA novel right now has a love triangle and I hate it.  I hate it for several reasons, but one of the main ones is that it takes a male character (because it is always one girl between two guys) that I could adore and makes me dislike him for trying to break up the main love interest which I typically like.  It also makes the heroine seem...um...Bella-esque?  It gives them that quality that Bella Swan had where she feels ridiculously unattractive but every guy hits on her. Stupid, I guess would be the only word coming to mind that comes close.  If you have a better word, please comment and let me know.  Regardless, Katniss is anything but stupid so I hate that she was given that quality.<br/><br/>Who was your favorite character?<br/>Oooo...hard one....::thinks:: oh yeah, PEETA! I also really love Caesar Flickerman.<br/><br/>Does it have a love triangle?<br/>...whoops, please refer to the ""What do you dislike about this book"" question.<br/><br/>Does it have a cliffhanger ending?<br/>Yes, but not a massive one.  It is one of those small cliffhangers you can deal with.<br/><br/>Closing thoughts?<br/>Just one: I CAN'T WAIT TO SEE THE MOVIE! March 23 please get here faster!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IDTX7AM45ITV?ASIN=0439023521	Great all around	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">About the Book:<br/>In a dystopian society, the Capital controls the districts around it by forcing strict rules upon them such as no hunting, no weapons, and restrictions on what sort of jobs they can have. However, the worst thing the districts are forced into is something called the Hunger Games. In these games, a boy and a girl from each district are chosen to participate and then thrown into an arena until only one is left alive. It is in these games that Katniss finds herself, and she is doing whatever it takes to survive.<br/><br/>Review:<br/>First off, I love the fact that Suzanne Collins does not shy away from heavy issues and violence even though this is a young adult series. I love the fact that she believes that even teenagers can handle such issues (at least in text). With that being said, time to turn my thoughts to other aspects of this book.<br/><br/>I have to admit that this was a page turner, even though it was fairly obvious what was going to happen at the end of this book. The question was how. I thoroughly enjoyed getting to see how Katniss got out of each scenario. I have to say that some of my favourite scenes took place in the Capitol. Yes, the actual Hunger Games were quite entertaining with its weapons and survival, but the Capitol is just as harsh. Just in a different sense. In the Capitol, we get to see the tributes battle the press and learn how to be a good celebrity so that they can obtain sponsors, which can help them better survive in the arena.<br/><br/>Besides the entertainment value, Collins does a fabulous job at poking fun at our current society (which I thought was a nice underlayer) such as all the fashion trends that can be so outrageous as to almost be grotesque. Then, of course, there are the Hunger Games that the Capitol people watch religiously like our own American Idol.<br/><br/>Collins also manages to create fascinating characters. Honestly, I cannot think of a single character I dislike. I may dislike that character as a person or be aggravated by some of their traits though. For example, I could not see myself getting along with Katniss, but she made an excellent character. Then again, Katniss isn't supposed to be liked by everyone. Some love her and other times she simple rubs people the wrong way, and that is how I felt about her throughout.<br/><br/>Not only does Collins create interesting characters but boy does she have a knack for getting images and emotions to stick in your head for days upon end. Don't worry. I don't plan on giving out spoilers, but I have to say one major part that is still with me is the climax of the actual Hunger Games with the mutts (genetically altered animals). There was definitely a creep factor when they came into play at the end.<br/><br/>To be honest, the only things I really disliked  was the present tense writing and the love triangle. I'm guessing the former is more of a personal choice, but I am sure plenty can agree with me that the love triangle is getting old. However, it was definitely a subplot and not the main focus so I did not feel like I was drowning in the trope.<br/><br/>So all together, I felt that this was an excellent read. It had an entertaining plot, well-rounded characters, and it did a fantastic job at integrating our current society in a heavy yet satirical way. Collins has a gift, and I would recommend this to many people. In fact, if you haven't read this, I suggest doing so (with the next two books on hand, because you will be wanting them).</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3U3GS8C61AMFR?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger Games<br/> ""Happy Hunger Games! And may the odds be ever in your favor!""<br/><br/> The Hunger Games takes place in the nation of Panem, a place once known as North America. Katniss Everdeen, the main character, volunteers as tribute in the games for her 12 year old sister Primrose. The Hunger Games are a battle of 24 young tributes, 2 from each district, to fight to the death for a single victor. Peeta Mellark joins Katniss as the male tribute in the games, and soon after declares his love for her, creating yet another conflict. Now, she must choose between Peeta and her best friend Gale Hawthorne, causing a more relatable conflict.<br/><br/> This novel is full of action and intense situations that keep you turning the page. Although, the book is not too full of action, as to where it is hard to stay focused. It is a perfect balance of action and relationship conflicts. The likeableness of some characters depends on your personality. Gale is the tough, independent man who keeps his feelings for Katniss inside. Peeta on the other hand, is sweet and caring, and tells Katniss exactly how he feels. Katniss is the fearless girl caught in the middle, while trying to keep herself and Peeta alive. This novel shows a theme of the loss of childhood innocence in many cases. Primrose is forced to grow up too quickly in order to take care of her mother. Katniss is forced to keep herself alive and someone else alive, and Gale is forced off to work.<br/><br/> If you like action and suspense, this is definitely a book for you. I would also recommend it to anyone who is looking for a different type of relationship conflict, but who still enjoys a little romance. This is a novel that keeps most anyone entertained and interested. It is a fantastic read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DQH4KV0L1ONK?ASIN=0439023521	Great premise---little character development	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As many have said, I loved the premise of this book. Borrowing from Lord of the Flies, the book chronicles a young woman's experience as she is swept up into a cruel, gladiator-like battle royal between fellow teens from different districts. All of this occurs at the fancy of a ruthless, totalitarian regime that wants to punish the districts for staging a rebellion against their leadership many decades prior. This book is extremely engaging, but it is not without faults. Told in the first person, we end up gaining the protagonist's perspective fully but lose much of what goes on behind the scenes. This serves to propel the action forward---but ultimately fails to put those experiences into a higher context. Fact is, there is/was a lot going on behing the scenes. For example, I would have loved to get more of a sense of what was going through the Chief Gamemaker's mind. Also would have loved to know a little bit more about the Capitol.<br/><br/>Collins has a way with action sequences (some of which had me on the edge of my seat)--but makes little attempt to develop any of her characters beyond the superficial. I never found myself believing in the love triangle--in part because I never got to know Gale. A few more introspective moments involving Peeta might have also given me reason to care more about him as a charater. Rue also came and went without any significant character development. Having said this, I found this to be one of the more memorable books that I have read in some time. I riffled through it on a plane trip and felt the need to finish it as soon as I got a chance (which meant reading long into the night). That is the mark of a good book....but not a great one.---Just rue (no pun intended) the missed opportunities to slow the book down a little, and cater a little more to an older readership who seeks a little more than what was given.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SC36O025XG37?ASIN=0439023521	Intriguing premise, nicely paced action	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Imagine if the TV show ""Survivor"" featured kids instead of adults, and rather than voting each other off the island, the competitors had to hunt down and kill one another. Amid the bloodshed, two of the teenage participants seem to fall in love.  Would that be compelling television, or what?<br/><br/>This, roughly, is the premise of ""The Hunger Games"" the Suzanne Collins novel that has proved wildly popular among teens and tweens.<br/><br/>As a 51-year-old dad, I realize I'm not in the target market for this book. But my daughter, 11, devoured the book, and with all the buzz about it, I figured I should check it out myself.<br/><br/>Mostly, I liked what I found. Collins has created an intriguing, if grim, futuristic world where a rich and powerful central government dominates the populace (hmmm, a political message here?), keeping most people impoverished and scrapping to survive.<br/><br/>The story centers on the annual Hunger Games in which children from age 12 to 18 are randomly picked from throughout the country of Panem to fight to the death.  The weeks-long, 24-hour TV event transfixes the nation, with each ""district"" cheering for their representatives and the well-off residents of The Capital betting on who will be the final survivor.<br/><br/>Our hero is Katniss Everdeen, a 16-year-old girl who is sent to represent ""District 12"" in the Hunger Games. It's nice to see a tween book with a female character who is as strong and smart as Katniss turns out to be. In this sort of book, it's natural to play along with action, wondering what move you'd make next in the battle for survival, so it's good to have a protagonist who is clever and (mostly) avoids doing dumb things.<br/><br/>Collins sprinkles the story high-tech twists and imaginative elements like ""tracker jackers,"" genetically altered wasps that attack and torment the games participants.<br/><br/>As the story goes on, a love story develops between Katniss and fellow competitor Peeta. To me, this was the weakest element of the book, simply because it's fairly familiar and less inventive than the other parts.<br/><br/>I also was not thrilled with the ending, which basically leaves you hanging and waiting for the next book. Even when they are part of a series, I like books to have a solid ending.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1AA8UBXIVX2LU?ASIN=0439023521	Where is civilization going?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger Games: a novel of the future, in which children are pitted against children, for the amusement of the 1%. Surely civilization will never sink to such depths, but then, many people thought the Holocaust could never happen.<br/><br/>It seem to me the basic tenant of the book is that the masses, the 99%, provide entertainment for the remaining 1%. This may or may not be true. My personal feeling is that the 1% gives the 99% what they want (the NFL, NASCAR&lt; the NBA, etc). In return the 1% takes what they want (money , power, Wall Street, law firms, etc). So far, the trade seems to be working: the obscenely wealthy are getting more wealthy, and the NFL and NASCAR are more popular than ever. Thus, the story line, that children will be pitted against children, for the amusement of the 1%, seems to not stand up to comparison with observation.<br/><br/>This book is also,in conjunction with other books in the series, a movie. It's one of the most poplar movies ever made, if  the press notices are to be believed. People are flocking to it; screen are sold out. People like to see other people threatened with injury and death, and survive. Escapism; the good guys win or survive (in this case,a n girl and boy), while the bad guys (in this case some fat kids from the city) lose. These stories used to be called ""man against the elements"" or ""Cowboy movies"". Would we read the Odyssey if Jason had drowned somewhere? would ""Shane"" be as good a movie if Shane had been killed in that bar room shoot near the end? No to both questions. Unfortunately, the fact that people are streaming to this movie is a tacit admission that the tenet of the boo, is probably correct.<br/>If you admit you're one of the 99% being controlled and manipulated by te 1%, see the movie, read the book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31TJT8NO8DU8J?ASIN=0439023521	Fast Paced Read, Predictable	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book after seeing the movie with my daughter, and I really enjoyed it.  I've read over some of the negative reviews and I do think there are some things we have to keep in mind while evaluating this work.<br/><br/>1.  This is a book written for teen agers.  Therefore, we shouldn't expect it to be extremely deep, nor should we expect the writing to be beautifully crafted fair.  Collins isn't going to be confused with Faulkner or Shakespeare.  But that's OK, because most of us hated reading those authors in Jr. High and High School.  Collins's book is designed to give that demographic something to read and enjoy, which is most important to getting someone hooked on reading.<br/><br/>2.  A lot of people are saying that this book is a rip off of Battle Royale.  I haven't read that book yet (I am not a large consumer of fiction).  I do have to point out that Battle Royale was not, I believe, written for the teenage demographic.  I'll also point out that just about everything has in fact been done before.  Stephen King in fact said that Battle Royale had a lot of similarities to Running Man.<br/><br/>OK, onto the review.  THere are probably going to be some spoilers here (although, if you are reading reviews on Amazon, you should probably expect to see a couple, so no use whining about them).<br/><br/>For a quick picture of what this book is, cross 1984 with Gladiator and Survivor.  Really, the 1984 themes just ran strongly through the book.  The book is a fast paced read, with quick sentences and a cliff hanger at the end of every chapter which makes you want to keep going.  THe imagery is really good as Collins takes the time to describe things in detail.<br/><br/>I won't do a synopsis of the story as you have probably already are aware of it (or can read Wikipedia).  I will just point out a few of the reoccuring themes of the book.<br/><br/>1.  Food.  Food is constantly talked about - every meal is described in detail.  Despite the obvious title reference, I think food is such an ever present force because it is used as a weapon against the people of the districts, but also it is the source of Katniss's power - had she not been a hunter, she never could have survived long enough in the games to have won.  She understood how to live in the wild without the help of others - the lack of this skill lead to the death of at least one of her opponents, and weakened several others.<br/><br/>2.  Selflessness and Selfishness.  Katniss was willing to sacrifice herself to save her sister - Peeta was willing to sacrifice himself ot save Katniss.  However, the were too selfish to sacrifice eachother, despite what it would mean going forward.  Also, Haymitch's constant drinking was a shield to protect him from getting to know people that he knew were ultimately going to die in the slaughter.  And, of course the people of the Capitol, with their obliviousness to the country at large and their shallow focus on trite things like fashion while the gross majority of the country was being systematically starved to death.  ALso, Rue's exposure of herself to Katniss was an unselfish act, as her strategy was all about avoiding being seen.<br/><br/>3.  Resources.  The arena really pits the ""haves"" versus the ""have nots"" - the disticts that prepare their tributes for the games versus those that do it unwillingly.<br/><br/>4.  The power of a narrative.  Both the Capitol and the DIstrict 12 team want to shape the correct narrative to survive.  The Capitol one of all consuming power that would be pointless to oppose, and the team one of love and commitment that would be overly cruel to destroy.<br/><br/>Lastly, you do have to suspend some disbelief while reading this.  A rudimentary understanding of supply chains and economics would certainly tell you that a contry like Panem could not really exist.  Almost all fiction requires a suspension of reality (that's why it is fiction after all).  Just sit back and enjoy it.<br/><br/>I'll close this long - and perhaps not very good - review by just saying, read the book.  The odds of you enjoying it are ever in your favor.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JNEQ5K60E9Z2?ASIN=0439023521	A Cautionary Tale?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's not that I fell victim to the hype; ""The Hunger Games"" was recommended by a coworker at least a couple of years back - the recent release of the film is what moved it up on my reading list. The story represents for me something of a parallel universe that takes Reality TV to the next level.  It reads like a fusion of sci-fi adventure and romance, neither genre alone is typically enough to draw much interest from me; but the subtext, as I read it, provided a much richer experience of the story.<br/><br/>I couldn't help thinking about the similarities between ""The Games"" and the Reality TV show, ""Survivor"".  Both are televised events featuring contestants (tributes) who compete for a prize (fame and fortune) by voting off all other competition (or killing them).  Through this lens, the story becomes a cautionary tale warning us of the dangers of a society desensitized to violence; where viewing the most atrocious scenes of human debasement becomes entertainment for the nation. Where the manipulation of human emotion - by The Gamemakers (entertainment industry) and tributes (the romance back-story of Katniss and Peeta or any number of ""Survivor"" contestants who've manipulated fellow players to stay in the game) - is commonplace; expected even and ultimately, if you're really good at it, rewarded with the prize. Today's prize is a million dollars and the potential to earn more if your celebrity status is sealed due to a particularly vile form of manipulation and cruelty.  Some years from now, the prize could be your life.<br/><br/>The potency of the former statement is magnified when I recall my feelings towards one of this season's ""Survivor - One World"" contestants. While I don't recall the guy's name; I clearly recall his persona and particular brand of cruelty. A young, privileged, southerner and - by all indications of how he played the game - well versed in the ways of subjugation and manipulation to get what he wants; to win. During a tribal counsel; he attacked a fellow contestant with the most despicable assaults to the other guy's profession (a comedian), economic status (underemployed, barely making it - could really use a million dollars!) and character (called him lazy, needing to get a ""real job""). His tone was sharp, sassy even; condescending and belittling beyond the point of cruel and rife with racial stereotype. In the following episode, he fell ill with appendicitis. I relished in his pain; told myself I could care less if he died and in that moment realized the failure of my humanity.  In that moment, I was one of the people from the Capitol.<br/><br/>Both stories will forever be connected in my memory, the preferred being Collins' imagined portrayal of the ultimate survival game.  Her writing is accessible and efficient - perfect for a teen/young adult read - while well paced and sufficiently nuanced (there are elements of government control, genetic engineering and social repression here as well) for a broader audience.  Although I don't plan to watch another episode of ""Survivor"", I'm sure to read the next installments of Collins' trilogy; imagined, fictional cruelty is much more entertaining than the real life version. A Recommended read, Enjoy!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R296CW0JW9SZMP?ASIN=0439023521	Unfortunately failed the live up to the hype	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger Games started out with an amazing amount of promise. I'll even go so far as to call the first half of the book a classic. It's semi-futuristic, dystopian vibe was on par with that of 1984. Not only that, but the pervading sense of helplessness and hopelessness sitting juxtapose to such a dark and gritty event as the Hunger Games elevated it to be the most refreshing and thought-provoking novels I've read in over a decade.<br/><br/>That promise, though, was quickly squandered. The climax of the book happened merely halfway through with the action and intensity reaching its peak at the start of the games. What followed was a slow, dreary walk in the woods occasionally punctuated by a brief and trivial encounter with other tributes. Not to mention her decision to succumb to the tastes of love-starved high school girls and tweens alike and force a love story that was best left omitted.<br/><br/>What was worst, though, the thing that I felt best illustrated the incredible promise was the ending, an ending which addressed the complex, intriguing and ultimately heartbreaking ethical dilemmas with nauseating cliche's and cheap plot devices. In the end, her book failed to conclude these ethical dilemmas that made Hunger Games such an incredible book in the first place. Want my ending? Here it is.<br/><br/>Following the death of Kato and the rise of the artificial sun, Katniss and Peeta have won. But no, the announcer has just proclaimed that he was, in fact, kidding about kidding and they'd have to kill each other. With the hopelessness of the situation put in full perspective as well as their depressing helplessness against the tyranny of the capitol, Peeta expresses one more time the desire that he's communicated to KAtniss throughout the story. ""I wan't them to know that they don't own me"".<br/><br/>With that, Peeta climbs to his feet, takes his knife, looks defiantly into the cameras and slits his own throat. That incites rebellion and along come the sequels. The end.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RX0PS7BIKQ0LK?ASIN=0439023521	Page-turning action and fascinating characters	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">In a distant future, after war has destroyed the world as we know it today, what was formerly known as North America is now Panem. Panem is made up of 12 districts ruled under a totalitarian authority. Katniss Everdeen is our heroine, who lives with her mother and younger sister in the rustic District 12. In this future world, the authority holds what are known as the Hunger Games each year, where two youths from each district are picked at random to compete to the death. Sounds brutal, but this is how the government reminds the population that they still have control.<br/><br/>Author Suzanne Collins has created a delightful futuristic world with Panem. We have several diverse districts; some having little to no technology, while others are overwhelmed with sophistication and wacky clothes to match. When Katniss ends up being a player in the games, her journey in preparation for the games is one full of colorful characters, bizarre foods, and lots of unique sight seeing. While some areas described give us the notion that the future world is a desolate and miserable wasteland, those Katniss visits throughout the games show us that we've also made quite a few interesting advancements to say the least.<br/><br/>The book really kicks into high gear when the games begin. There is not a dull or boring moment once things get going. At the beginning of the book I found myself not liking Katniss; I felt she was, well, a bit of a bitch for lack of a better term. But as the games progress, they cause a bit of self-discovery for her and as the reader we really begin to cheer for her. The other characters we meet are also likable and the enemies in the games are as gruesome as you can imagine.<br/><br/>Collins' writing style is just the way I like it: short and to the point while also adding that level of sophistication that tells you you're not reading a kid's book, but also doesn't show off like a thesaurus was constantly on stand-by. The detail given allows us to visualize first hand the manufactured and controlled battlegrounds during the games and gives us perfect images of devices and objects that have not yet come to existence.<br/><br/>The book is geared towards younger readers, but older readers should not let this deter them from picking it up. In fact, it's tough to tell what age is actually appropriate for this book. With the entire concept of the book being based around violence, it's definitely a young adult read, but the themes are socially relevant and would appeal to many adults as well. If you're looking for something with high action, political turmoil, a touch of sci-fi, and even a slight romance angle, The Hunger Games will not disappoint.<br/><br/>The book is the first of a trilogy which is also currently being developed as a film series at the time of this review. It will certainly be interesting to see how the films play out, as with the many non-existent items and all. The second and third books have since been released, Catching Fire and Mockingjay, which have been getting good reviews as well. With the gaining popularity and upcoming films, it will not surprise me that more will be heard about the series, and Collins will be much deserving of her accolades for crafting such an exciting modern adventure.<br/><br/>Source: criticnic.com 25-November-2010</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1AQU37VQFGI8M?ASIN=0439023521	Seriously compelling reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I hate using clichéd terms.  I very much want to find something more imaginative sounding than ""gripping"" or ""thrilling"" or even ""compelling"", but either my brain isn't working properly (highly likely) or those words genuinely do it justice.  I've had trouble putting this book down, and in fact, am probably at least 1/3 of the way through the second book of the trilogy.  This book was also my first ebook experience, having read it on my kindle.  But lets get back to the book.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games takes place in what remains of North America, now called Panem.  Panem is divided up into the Capitol and 13 Districts.  There was an uprising in the Districts about 74 years earlier that was put down by the Capitol.  In the process of this, District 13 was completely annihilated and the rest of the Districts left to eke out their lives in service to the Capitol, whilst annually supplying a lottery-chosen boy and girl between 12 and 18 years of age to take part in the Hunger Games. These Games are required viewing by all and are designed to remind the greater population that they are subject to the Capitol, with the victor being the last ""tribute"" left alive.  It's a fight to the death.  The main character Katniss finds herself thrust into the Games after she volunteers to take the place of her 12 year old sister Primrose as the District 12 tribute.  And so the Games begin.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games presents such a bleak picture of life in Panem.  I found myself hoping from the start that they would rise up and overthrow the Capitol.  So many people in the Districts are left to starve to death under the horribly sadistic government, that just surviving ordinary life is no mean feat.  The story is told in first person present tense, which took me a little getting used to, having never read a book in this tense before.  I think it adds to the pacing of the book though.<br/><br/>Collins apparently came up with the premise of the book while watching the television one night and channel surfing between reality shows where young people were competing for money and stories of actual war, where young people were fighting each other to the death.  Whilst it is set in a very bleak world, I really enjoyed this book.  In fact, I found myself getting quite emotionally invested in it and feeling a genuinely concerned about whether I could handle the stress of the story when reading the second book. That's got to be saying something about the skill of the writer, if you find yourself that involved in their literary world!  I  give it an 8 out of 10.<br/><br/>Review first appearing at [...]</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DD9YUZCYKUHF?ASIN=0439023521	For Female Juveniles	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My 13 year old daughter tried to get it at the library but there was a waiting list and of course she couldn't wait! So I spent $5 for the kindle version. She seemed thrilled by it and I've heard older people seemed enthralled by this novel and want to continue through the other 2 episodes which make up a trilogy.<br/>I was intrigued by the writing style, the fluidity of the story line which opens with the heroine Katnis getting out of bed in the morning and wishing she could kill her sister's beloved cat. Right there you get a jolt. This 16 year old girl has a vicious streak. She does love her sister however. She has definite strong character traits.<br/>Katnis has a daily mission - to feed her sister and mother by hunting with a male friend in the illegal territory of woods. She is a true shot with her bow and arrow. She's joined with a boy just slightly older than herself whom, she infers is just a friend. No love interest. They are both out to survive and keep their families from starving.<br/>The main plot is the ghastly program run by the Capital, an iron fisted government that demands two young people, one male, one female, between 12-18 from each of the 12 ""districts"" to come together into an ""Arena"" of weird changeability, woods, mountain, lake, dangerous unreal wildlife. The object is to survive not only this environment, but to kill everyone else until one survives - the glorified Victor.<br/>Katnis's 12 year old sister, Prim, has her name drawn. Katnis immediately volunteers herself as substitute. This is a very emotional, telling moment - this heroine has strong feelings, both of love and ferocious determination.<br/>Why do I think this story is for female juveniles? - First of course there's teenage Katnis, who is heroine all the way through. Then, during the glorified preparations with much ceremony and fanfare before the ""Games"" begin, there is plenty of costume and makeup description most girls enjoy. I don't think a boy would be so enthralled by this. She is attended by two skilled body beauticians and one very creative costume designer. Her male counterpart also gets a makeover, but that's a minor supplement. A boy might like the episode about weapons training.<br/>I'm not going to go into detail about the Game itself. It's the super-adventure part. Really really out of this world in scary detail and weird happenings, and if you like this, then the book is for you!<br/>Then, finally, there's a Love bit - can't have a juvenile girl's story without Romance! Her male companion, Peter, claims to be in love with her right in the Game's outset, much to the joy of the Capital. They defend each other through it all. A big thing is made of this also by the blood thirsty Capital as entertainment. All is televised to the entire country. The people have to watch. Whether they approve, is not allowed. I'm sure they watch with horror and apprehension. After all - their children are being forced to fight to the death, with only one survivor.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VAUTEWRGQJ9H?ASIN=0439023521	Fast Read, Inappropriate for Teens (with limited spoilers)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is a fast read.  It took me 5-6 days to read on my Kindle Fire, which is the fastest I've read any book.  That's how interesting it is.  But, I do see some issues that I think parents should know about before letting their kids read this story.<br/><br/>Before I start on that, I'm an aspiring writer, and for the most part, don't believe in censorship.  But I do believe in self-censorship, within reason.<br/><br/>The author has a unique voice, and writes well (this being the first book I've read from Suzanne Collins, I've read plenty of other authors).  There's no denying she has talent.  However, given this particular story is marketed toward 12 year olds and up (7th grade +), I think certain scenes should have been omitted as inappropriate.  For example, when the protagonist Katniss Everdeen (a 16 year old girl) reaches the Capitol, she is made to strip completely naked in front of two stylist assistants, before Cinna comes to look her over for styling.  Cinna is an of-age male stylist who lives in the Capitol, and requested the, ""Tributes,"" as they're called, from District Twelve.  At this point, Katniss is still completely naked, and stripped of excess body hair.  She doesn't cover herself up in front of him, and is not sure if she should.<br/><br/>For me, this is a main sticking point.  As prudish as it may seem, I don't think children should be made to stand naked in front of strangers.  Even in a work of fiction.  Life imitates art, exaggerates life.  A story geared essentially for teens may give an impression - regardless how subtle - that this kind of thing is okay to do.<br/><br/>I was talking to a friend of mine, who's main concern was not this, but the amount of violence shown throughout this story.  I agree with her that this is excessive.  While death and murder is a part of the real world, society struggles to keep it to a minimum, if not eradicate it altogether.  Showing how 12 - 17 year olds are forced to kill or be killed, for the entertainment of its rulers - and a country which is forced to watch - is something to be questioned.<br/><br/>Yes, there are horrors in this story.  I'm not one who is shuns horror stories, as I grew up on stories by Stephen King and Dean R. Koontz.  I've watched the Friday the 13th movies, and other similar movies and shows growing up.  I say this here to tell you that I am not opposed to horror stories.  But this is a different type of horror, and I write this review as an adult.  One who still reads Stephen King and Dean Koontz, as well as various authors (both male &amp; female) across this and similar genres.<br/><br/>Would I recommend this story?  To most adults, probably.  To anyone under 18 years old, probably not.  If you pre-read your children's books, consider what I've written here in addition to pre-reading this one.  Ultimately, the choice is yours.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10U4FQCCI6HR9?ASIN=0439023521	Book to open discussion and things to consider	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is book 1 in the trilogy. Around when the movie came out a few of us at work decided that we really did have to read the trilogy, so one of us went and got the first book and I have just now ordered the rest of the books. I gave actually ordered all of them now. Just Friday was I able to get the first from my coworker, after two others. On to the review now.<br/><br/>The United States is now, made of up districts, each with their specialty and each controlled by rulers in the Capital. In order to remind the districts of the control they have each year the Capital draws the a name of one boy and girl from each of the districts and forces them into an arena for a fight to the death.<br/><br/>Katniss has supported her family since her Father died a few years ago. In order to do that she has learned to be mentally strong and to hunt or forage so she can keep food on the table. Now, she must use all of her knowledge to stay alive in the arena. In the arena is Peeta, also from District 12, like Katniss and they have a history together that neither of them can forget. But, are unsure on how to let that effect them in the games. Then there is other Tributes from the other Districts to deal with too, and though she is suppose to kill them and Katniess isn't sure how she feels about that.<br/><br/>As you can tell from the fact that I got the book on Friday and finished it today I couldn't put it down. It is a YA book and truthfully I am not sure what age it is for and am not really sure that it is something I would have been allowed to read as a youth. But, I think there are great themes in the plot that I hope parents would talk to their children about as they read it. There are themes that are just scratched here in the first book in the trilogy and I look forward to seeing how they are dealt with in the next book. Mostly the political stuff, it is presented but needs expanded on.<br/><br/>This book concentrates on the arena and what happens there with the characters developing who they are and making choices in how the arena effects them. Hard decisions are made by all of the characters and seeing how they deal with the decisions adds to the dimensions of the plot.<br/><br/>I would recommend this book to others, giving it 4 stars, but when it comes to YA, I would suggest the parents read it first and be prepared to talk about things especially if the kid is under 15.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWEKYQ3QSXQ3X?ASIN=0439023521	A Page Turner - It's Cool To Be Smart and Unconventional	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Sports stores around Northern California are sold out of archery supplies. Store clerks said The Hunger Games were behind the surging enthusiasm for the sport. I had to find out why!<br/><br/>This young adult story's theme is that goodness can stand up to evil. You may not prevail but you can survive without stooping to the same level of savagery as your opponent.<br/><br/>Protagonist Katness Everdeen, a mid-teens female, is admirably developed as a character early in the story. Her family is poor; her father dead from a mine accident. She is smart, quiet yet assertive and courageous. She is a skilled archer and small game hunter willing to break the law by hunting and gathering in the off-limits forest to feed her mother and younger sister. Other characters are not so well developed. Those close to her who survive get more attention than those opposed who die in the Hunger Games. Even though this is unsatisfying to some readers it may be intentional on the author's part to avoid having to kill off characters with whom the target audience (young adult) has bonded.<br/><br/>The basic conflict is between a central government (the Capitol) and 12 provinces (the Districts) that lost a war with the Capitol. This too is not well developed. There is insufficient background given to explain their source of power other than references to various technologies they employ to catch you out if you are a ""traitor."" Their enforcers (""Peacekeepers"") are corrupt. Peacekeepers prefer to turn a blind eye to the protagonist's illegal hunting in exchange for the opportunity to buy a squirrel or rabbit for their table. Seems food is scarce for everyone outside the Capitol.<br/><br/>From a technical point of view the book has quite a few literary flaws. Yet it is ""a page turner"" for those of us interested in entertainment. I like the personality conflicts and relationships in any story to be believable, even when a large stretch of imagination is required (e.g. Tolkein). Most of this book meets those criteria until you get close to the end, when some scary fantasy creatures inexplicably appear out of nowhere. Before that event everything that happens seems possible in a real world of the future.<br/><br/>I am torn between 3 and 4 stars for this book. In the end, because it was a good read and fun, I give it four.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JWIHHHYXZU34?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is a really captivating and intense book that catches the reader's attention from page 1 and has a great plot with really interesting characters. The story revolves a post-apocalyptic America and there are 12 Districts which ranks people in a class-type system. District 12 is the poor class and each District above ranks higher and higher. Protagonist Katniss Everdeen lives with her family in District 12 and hunts for food for her family with her friend Gale. Once a year, ""The Hunger Games"" are held throughout all 12 districts, and it involves picking 1 boy and girl between the ages of 12 and 18 to fight each other to the death and specially designed arenas. When all of the youth gathers up to be chosen, Katniss's younger sister, Prim, is chosen and Katniss steps in and volunteers to take her place. The boy on her team, Peeta, had saved her family's life from starvation so she felt guilty that she would be fighting to kill someone that saved her life. One aspect that's really unique is that you feel like you're always in Katniss's head because she thinks a million questions at once and she thinks the way a true hero does. Before these Hunger Games take place, the 24 chosen ones have to go through interviews and training for the games, and everything is shot on TV for everybody to see; so families  of the chosen ones actually watch their children die. In the arena, Katniss is very different compared to the others. She makes friends with a few of the chosen people and receives lots of help like food and medicine from sponsors; that's very rare for people in such a low district. Katniss makes her closest relationship with Peeta, and they survive by faking a love relationship with the audience. Katniss sounds her age when she's going through with this, very confused if she actually likes him or not. The ending has an amazing climax, and I'm not going to spoil it. I highly recommend checking out this book, it'll be a really quick and fun read!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RX6B9S19AH2P?ASIN=0439023521	Saw the movie, read the book. They complement each other well!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw (and liked, much more than I expected to) the movie before reading this, and I like the book just as much. I don't think I have a preference--though the book has all of the extra time and space to say more about Panem society, to let Katniss and Peeta and the other characters talk to each other more, to go harsher, more disgusting, and more complicated places than the movie went. (And it has the characters as they should be, free of whitewashing.) I feel like the film did a better job of making it clear that the Games succeeded or fell on the basis of their having that narrative structure, the final push to the one victor--the theme was there through the entire film, but felt pushed a bit into that final scene in the Arena in the book. But the book was clearer in its condemnation of what the Games do to people watching it, in the Capitol, how they remove people's actual empathy and leave them watching only edited caricatures, easy to relate to story-people they can feel safely removed from but still 'care' about. The book was also clearer on how confused Katniss was at the end. And I like that very much, letting characters be very confused about what they feel and why! Attraction feelings are confusing even in real life, with no death games in sight. (Another point in the movie's favor was the use of different perspectives it introduced, with the scenes with President Snow and Seneca, the scenes in District 11, etc. I liked those, though they fit a film structure better than a book structure. Really, the film and the novel work as a very nice pair, one Katniss-centric, one showing other viewpoints.)<br/><br/>Very, very, very easy to read. I'm a little irritated there's such a strong Dramatic Romantic Choice vibe (I'll be over here on Team Cinna, just to be contrary). The story and characters are strong enough I don't feel I need a DRC to interest me and carry me through to the third novel.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNPDER4IJM641?ASIN=0439023521	Rollicking good fun that is surprisingly thoughful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saved a ton of money by buying this as an eBook for my lovely kindle. I breezed through it (like so many others have) in about a day. I'll admit, I wasn't too keen on reading it at first, as I am curmudgeonly and usually avoid anything too popular out of spite, but my sisters (both in their early twenties, for the record) insisted that I give it a try. I'm so glad I did!<br/><br/>This isn't a perfect novel, not by far, but it is just compelling enough to keep you going, just human enough to make you really care, and yes, just violent enough to entertain in the way that only such things can. I don't think the violence was too much, nor do I think it was gratuitous--at least for this first installment in the series. Be warned: there is enough of a cliff-hanger of an ending that you will really have to read the next two books.<br/><br/>""The Hunger Games"" is very dark, thematically, but then it would be, wouldn't it? For the parents out there wondering if this book *promotes* child-on-child violence, I have to say: emphatically not. ""Harry Potter"" does that more than this book does, because unlike Harry, Katniss never sets out to deliberately humiliate anyone (but I digress! I loved the Harry Potter books, but for those of you looking for a benchmark, I do think HP is much softer on bullying behaviour than the Hunger Games books). Katniss is a fine heroine--a believable teenage girl, but not a stereotype.<br/><br/>So why not five stars? Well, while the story and characters were compelling enough to keep me going, the writing was a little lackluster at times and even though I liked Katniss, it could get a little frustrating being ""stuck in her head,"" as the entire novel is written in first person present. Additionally, just because Katniss doesn't want to know to much about the other children in the story (for good reason, if you know anything about the basic plot), as I reader I would have liked to know a bit more!  Plus I really do think this book should have resolved in a way that left a better option for treating it as a stand-along novel. I know it's a trilogy, but as it is sold separately I would have preferred that it have enough of a resolution to be its own entity. Other opinions may differ.<br/><br/>If you would like to know more of my thoughts on the series as a whole (with spoilers, though!), I've been writing a series of blog posts on the books at [...]</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ASXQV8UDD7NW?ASIN=0439023521	Cliched and Overrated	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">(spoilers)<br/>I have to give my appreciation to the author. It is hard to create a setting with so much potential and completely avoid any kind of drama or interesting development whatsoever. Another author would've had the characters sturggle with the moral mess that the Hunger Games are, would show the dispair and the terror of kids sent to a televised death.<br/>But no. Instead, we got Twilight with a fun video-game like setting.<br/><br/>The ""love story"" had a lot of potential - the constant knowledge that the other might betray you any second, yet the desperation and the terror of the moment overwhelm you so much you throw yourself in any open arms, even if they might strangle you later... yes, I could see potential in that. Yet instead, we got that extremely convenient rule change, which took every bit of drama out of the relationship between Peeta and Katniss and made it boring.<br/><br/>Instead of a rough, messed up, and ultimately interesting to watch love story, we got a bitchy Katniss abusing poor Peeta's feelings so she could get some bread soup. Even that had the potential to become interesting, but the author decided to pull a Twilight instead and make Katniss completely undecided about whose arms she liked to cuddle in better. It would've been dozens of times more dramatic if, say, she knew from the beginning that she prefered Gale and she only acted like liking Peeta so as to help her win the game. Perhaps, by the end of the games, she realizes she isn't completely indifferent to Peeta. But no, instead we had to be reminded each time she seemed to go one way or another that she was undecided.<br/><br/>I kissed Peeta, BUT I KINDA LIKE GALE TOO. The tought of Gale makes me fuzzy, BUT PEETA GAVE ME BREAD 10 YEARS AGO. That was so sweet, BUT GALE HELPS ME HUNT. That gives my family food, BUT PEETA IS BLOND AND HAWT.""<br/><br/>I felt like the author tried way too hard to make Katniss conflicted about her feelings, when she could've been way more subtle (and spare us from a couple dozen boring pages). Even Bella realized only in the 4th book that she loved Jake too. Until then, it was hinted at and shown that she wawsn't completely indifferent, but it wasn't outright stated until a few thousand pages later. Here, from the first two chapters we have the love triangle already set up and prepared to be overused to death and beyond by the author.<br/><br/>So, besides the love story, the book was good right? An arena where kids have to fight and kill each other... there must be a lot of drama, betrayal and hard choices, right? Right?<br/>No, appearently. A good part of the characters are dealt with by other contestants in the Hunger Games. Whoever Katniss starts to feel sympathy for is conveniently killed by some bad guy, who then becomes an acceptable target to kill, which she promptly does.<br/><br/>First, I really don't understand why there had to be bad guys"". At least four psychopaths and most of the other characters are made unlikable enough as to spare poor Katniss from any moral trauma when she murders them. Why were the carrers"" all bad guys? Risking your life for the wellfare of your district and family seems rather heroic to me. But no, each career is made up to be as a snobby sadistic son of a lady dog who has no morals whatsoever, therefore making it completely morally acceptable for Katniss to massacre them.<br/>Why did Peeta have to be a good guy all along"" and not actually betray Katniss when he joined the Careers? Why didn't Katniss have to kill anyone she didn't have a personal thing against? Why didn't Rue betray Katniss? Why did Katniss befriend Rue in the first place? Why did Thresh, whom Katniss became sympathetic to, have to be conviniently killed by the bad guy? Why did we have that ridiculous rule change which took every tiny bit of drama and potential out of Peeta and Katniss' relationship? Why couldn't Katniss let Peeta die so she might win? Why (on EARTH) did Thresh let Katniss go? Basically, why did the author do anything humanly possible to take every single potentially interesting bit from the book out, just so her heroine remained morally as clean as a baby's ass?<br/><br/>The potential for drama was there and it was huge. We could have had Katniss constantly on the move, constantly alert, scared for her life, hunted by other scared children, suffering the psychological traumas of killing and being hunted, having to kill both friends and enemies, perhaps a part of her even resenting Prim for having gotten her there. But no, she was safe and sound in her trees, always having enough food, her morality protected from any dillema by (appearently) all the gods and men and always having an ally who adored her and who she could feel safe next to.<br/><br/>The equivalent of this book is having an helicopter and using it as an air-blower. So much potential, so little of it used...</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RICYUKYJ3DMZ?ASIN=0439023521	book on fire	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't often see movies or read books due to media hype. After seeing and enjoying the movie adaptation of this story I rushed out and bought the book. Panem is the new incarnation of the United states that was obliterated during a violent civil war. In the dark days there were uprisings and rebellions that were eventually quashed by the powers that be in the Capitol. As punishment for these insurrections, THE HUNGER GAMES were established to show the districts just who was in control. Two adolescents were chosen in a lottery -one of each gender to participate in the games and fight their peers to the death in the arena. Catniss Everdeen takes the place of her younger sister whose name was pulled. Also chosen was Peeta Mellark.The two must train and learn to fight and survive and the last tribute standing is named the victor.<br/><br/>The book itself goes deeper into the background of the games and explores the ideas of the totalitarinism of Panem and how it's citizens are mere puppets in life and in the games.  Catniss is a rebellious character who doesn't want to but is forced to follow the rules. The games are televised so she cannot overtly pull a fast one and risk reprisals for her friends and family in district 12.  The story is well written. There are elements of suspense and plenty of action. Themes include compassion for others when self preservation is the norm. There is romance as manufactured by the game makers and Catniss and Peeta have to play the game to survive in the arena and the world at large. Any deviation is cause for treason and punishment. This book was a real page turner as it has some thing for every one. It is rated in the Young adult category but adults will enjoy the book as well. I highly recommend it and give the story five mocking jay pins.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IQ41B84KRKYC?ASIN=0439023521	Better than Expected	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really liked it.<br/><br/>Having said that, I would like to point out how reluctant I was to read it. I felt the story was overplayed. When I first heard the plot, I immediately thought of Battle Royale as well as the story of the Minotaur. My best friend kept pressuring me to read it and I kind of wanted to see the movie, so I broke down and bought it.<br/><br/>It moves very quickly. I liked how it was set up and the progression of the plots and themes. At times, I would sigh because I wondered at the quality of the writing. However, you need to remember that this is written from the point of view of a 16 year old girl and realistically conveys this idea. It also is about a 7th or 8th grade reading level. It likely won't challenge the adult reader, but it does create a nice escape while you read. It took me a little less than a day to read and I would say I am a relatively slow reader.<br/><br/>I think there are characters that everyone can relate to. I liked Peeta the most. I felt he was the most relatable especially with how he is portrayed in the book when compared to the movie. I'm not saying they did a bad job in the film because they really didn't. Things in the books just made the basic framework of Peeta's character clear and it's just not possible to put everything in a movie. I can see many teenage girls relating to Katniss and her struggles to fit in, survive and figure out what she wants while fulfilling what she sees as her responsibility.<br/><br/>I do think this would be an appropriate read for a younger teen. I probably would say no younger than 10 although you know your children. It may be something you could read together and talk about injustices the government is committing. I'm not saying you should raise rebels or anything, but every child needs to learn at some point if or when they would need to stand up to an authority figure.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21GY37SXUMJ8M?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I decided to read THE HUNGER GAMES trilogy after seeing (and loving) the movie.  I thought the characters were fleshed out really well in the film and the quick pace of the plot moved the story along very quickly.  It made me want to know and learn more...right away.  I bought all three books and dove right in.<br/><br/>The first, THE HUNGER GAMES, is a combination of <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Lord-of-the-Flies/dp/0399537422"">Lord of the Flies</a> and the reality TV show <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Survivor/dp/B0001ZDKXI"">Survivor</a>.  Kids from a futuristic society are chosen from twelve ""districts"" to fight to the death in yearly games set up by the wealthy and privileged who live in the ""Capitol.""  It's purposely unclear when this futuristic society takes place, unlike the very specific <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Nineteen-Eighty-Four/dp/0452284236"">Nineteen Eighty-Four</a> by George Orwell.<br/><br/>I was glad, though, that I saw the movie before reading the book.  It made the movie that much more thrilling, because I didn't know what was going to happen during the Games or where the story was going.  I truly was surprised...and amazed.  The book, however, answered some of my questions that came up during the movie.  It reveals a more insights into the Games, the Capitol, the world where Katniss and Peeta live, and the origin of some things in that world.<br/><br/>There were very little differences between the book and the movie, but I thought the movie did a better job of portraying the excitement and terror of the games.  And, visually, it was just stunning.<br/><br/>One thing I noticed in the book was that it was overly detailed with its descriptions of food, and sometimes that was a bit off-putting.  Obviously, I know why there were these inclusions (it's in the title!), but it seemed like Katniss was constantly counting up her food supply and describing each and every thing that she ate in too much detail.  For me, it made the story drag a little.<br/><br/>All in all, though, I loved the concept of THE HUNGER GAMES and the whole futuristic society that Suzanne Collins put together.  I'm looking forward to jumping right into the second book, <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Catching-Fire/dp/0439023491"">Catching Fire</a>.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RR5FK45SNF5DN?ASIN=0439023521	An Intriguing Concept That Always Keeps You Thinking	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">""The Hunger Games"" is meant for a young adult demographic.  There is no going around that fact.  As such, the character development and themes are going to be much different (e.g. a bit tamer, less confusing) than, say, from the pen of a Stephen King or some such author.  That being said, ""Hunger Games"" is easily good enough to captivate even adult readers, which is more than can be said for many (most?) young adult books these days.<br/><br/>For a basic plot summary, ""Hunger Games"" introduces the premise of a state-controlled society where, each year, a group of children are selected to fight to the death for the amusement of the Capitol.  This year, young Primrose Evergreen is selected to participate in the Games...but quickly volunteered for by sister Katniss.  A whiz with a bow/arrow and possessing the ability to live off the land, Katniss must outwit the 23 other ""tributes"" in order to survive.  Along the way, Katniss must deal with her emotions involving fellow tribute Peeta, a relationship steeped in lies, acting for the Capitol, &amp; an old debt that may need to be repaid.<br/><br/>In terms of character development and themes, I have read many books that easily surpass this one (again, though, due to its YA target audience).  The characters in this book are interesting in their own right, but they are very simple in terms of emotions and attitudes.  Perfect for youngsters; a bit lacking for adults.<br/><br/>What still makes this a fine read, however, is the fact that author Suzanne Collins keeps you guessing from chapter to chapter.  Because of the unpredictability of the Games, literally ANYTHING can (and does) happen over the course of the novel.  With the introduction of each new character/scenario, the reader is given a possible ending scenario...which is usually completed wiped out by the ""big reveal"" in the next chapter!  Simply put, it keeps you ""on your toes"" the whole way through.<br/><br/>Overall, ""The Hunger Games"" is an incredible work of literary fiction for what it portends to do.  It, like Harry Potter, got many young people reading books (which I will never argue is a bad thing) and spawned two sequels &amp; a major motion picture.  Does the overall experience live up to the incredible hype?  Not quite.  But ""Hunger Games"" is a very worthwhile read that will make you want to continue on to see what ""the next step"" is.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1K76S17VXABC8?ASIN=0439023521	Hooked from page 1	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was so convinced that I wouldn't enjoy this book that it sat on my e-reader for weeks until my daughter brought home a hard copy and literally had to twist my arm to read it. Sci-fi is not usually my favourite genre, and I can probably count on one hand the amount of futuristic novels I have truly enjoyed reading. But Suzanne Collins' ""Hunger Games"" totally proved all my prejudices wrong. The story was so well crafted and the characters so engaging that I was hooked from page 1, and had a massive late night read-a-thon until I had finished the whole book, as I could not put it down.<br/><br/>What I particularly liked about this book is that Collins has created a futuristic world which bears enough similarities to our own so that I could relate to the things she described without having to put in too much effort. The character Katniss tells about her world without offering too many tedious explanations that would have made the book a chore to read (like many other sci-fi novels) - instead, she takes her dysfunctional world for granted and accepts its injustices and hardships just as we get blind to the faults in our own backyard. This to me added to the feeling of reality to the story rather than trying to find explanations for the reasons why her world was the way it was, as seen through the eyes of a 16-year old girl.<br/><br/>To put it very simply, the story itself played out like a cross between Survivor meets Gladiator meets Big Brother, but with much more depth and action and of a much superior calibre. Who has not questioned our ability to watch horrible reality TV images 24/7 whilst eating our dinner? So it was no big stretch to imagine the people of Panem doing just that, on a much larger scale. I especially liked Katniss' and Peeta's ability to remain true to their own moral guidelines throughout the book without appearing to be sickening goodie-two-shoes, or without preaching about right and wrong - let the readers draw their own conclusions. I also liked that there were no defined villains in this story, rather victims of circumstance all trying to stay alive - this again made the story a lot more realistic and believable.<br/><br/>To cut a long review short, I loved this book. I can usually tell whether a book truly grabbed me from the feeling of unreality when a phone-call or a visitor interrupts the reading and you surface bleary eyed and disorientated, still under the spell of the imaginary world you have just inhabited. This was such a book, and I thoroughly enjoyed being a spectator in Katniss' world for a while. I am now looking forward to reading the second instalment!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32I3RM8Z6OOHZ?ASIN=0439023521	Captivating and Inspirational	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">""The Hunger Games"" by Suzanne Collins is a science fiction novel based in the country of Panem, a post-apocalyptic America, which illustrates the internal and external struggles of the main character, Katniss Everdeen.  The plot surrounds The Hunger Games, in which in an effort  to show power, the Capitol forces citizens from twelve surrounding districts to send one boy and one girl, tributes as they are called,  to fight to their death for punishment of a rebellion that happened long ago.  Suzanne Collins utilizes numerous techniques throughout the novel, including an inspiring ability to engage the reader from one chapter to the next, the countless detail that does not seem relevant until the plot twists, and an elegant script that encompasses love, death, and everything in between.<br/> Throughout the book, the author concludes chapters in a way that is so captivating that it makes it very difficult to put the book down.  Collins writes in an almost suspenseful way that leads to many questions and crucial ideas.  The first chapter ends with the reaping where the female tribute's name is pulled; ""It's Primrose Everdeen"" (p. 20).  It is difficult not to feel sorry for this twelve year old girl that will inevitably be killed if she is forced to participate. The difficulties Katniss has had to endure and the importance of protecting her younger sister Prim from anything that she can, is an important theme in the book.  This leaves the question as to how Katniss is going to protect Prim from the Hunger Games.<br/> The intense details throughout the book make it feel very realistic, giving the feeling of actually being in the Arena with the tributes.  ""The world has transformed to flame and smoke.  Burning branches crack from trees and fall in showers of sparks at my feet . . . the wall of fire must have an end"" (pp. 13-14).  Many of the details describe a blooming love story in the midst of a barbaric scene that is outrageous and charming but also riveting.  Collin's ability to decipher where details are necessary makes the violent situations seem a little less threatening without losing the important concepts.<br/> Just when this book seems to only be about the effects of war, rebellion and death, the love story between Katniss and her male counterpart Peeta, adds an innocent spin that is heart wrenching.  ""This is the first kiss where I actually feel stirring inside my chest.  Warm and curious"" (p. 298).  Whether the love is real or for the show, the connection between Katniss and Peeta cannot be dismissed.<br/> Collin's portrayal of a strong and broken, but powerful girl keeps the book interesting from start to finish.  The suspenseful and captivating words keep the book engaging and very difficult to stop reading.  The descriptive story line makes it is easy to envision what the author is trying to portray without being over the top and gruesome.  Will the love between Katniss and Peeta blossom, or will the realities of life at home and the memories of the Hunger Games steer them apart?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RUBA2AD7Z78B?ASIN=0439023521	Gripping and Thought Provoking	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is in first person, present tense, and Collins masterfully pulled me into the story in such a way that I felt everything that Katniss Everdeen, the heroine, was going through.The ""one-line synopsis"" of this read seems to generally be something like ""it's about modern-day child gladiators""...but in reality, it is much, much more.<br/><br/>Unlike what I halfway expected, the annual Hunger Games are not glamorized or applauded. Collins is actually out to make you loathe the Games and everything they represent. The story is really a vivid picture of history repeating itself. It's future America turned Ancient Rome, with some appalling modern twists; a scary look at the direction our world could be headed in left to human nature. It's a moving account of determination, grit, selflessness, survival, and loyalty, with some necessary graphic brutality thrown in. And yes, the violence is nothing less than disturbing in spots, so it's certainly not for everyone. If you're offended by or can't handle violence...don't read it.<br/><br/>Laden with conflicts of diverse natures, The Hunger Games kept me guessing and made me trulythink and process each new obstacle, both physical and mental. It was like I was on a roller coaster ride of intense emotions. The incredible depth of each well-developed character is half of what makes this novel great. I also appreciate that the book is completely void of anything religious, a neutrality I find to be rare in today's entertainment. If there were hints of religion, they'd likely be flawed, so better to omit them altogether.<br/><br/>That said, The Hunger Games contains tremendous moral values, if you're tuned in for them. Katniss is in a constant decision-making battle, torn between the selfish and the selfless option, always struggling to do what is right. I could feel her agony at each new turn of events as she faced new challenges and had new choices to make. And did I mention the plot is full of unexpected twists and turns?<br/><br/>Some will be driven away from this story because of the graphic moments, and I completely understand that. Despite all the story's positive elements, it's not a genre I'd want a steady diet of. But I'm glad I read it, I'd read it again, and I'm looking forward to continuing on to the next book, Catching Fire.<br/><br/>There you have it...my very condensed take on Suzanne Collins' masterpiece. Oh, and I should mention that seeing the movie is not the same as reading it. Much of the moral conflict and emotion didn't make it onto the big screen. It's easy to see why; two hours and twenty minutes just can't do justice to a book of this magnitude. But don't trick yourself into thinking you've read Collins' work if you've only seen the movie. The movie is only the tip of the iceberg.<br/><br/>If you'd like to read more of my reviews, visit my book review website: larsenreviews.org</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22TEOBXMUN4CT?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games Review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Panem: A Marxist State<br/>  Jonathan A. Meyer<br/>  Excelsior College<br/><br/>  Author Note<br/>  This paper was prepared for English 102, English Composition, taught by Professor Kissel<br/><br/>  The United States of America have often been described as the ""land of opportunity"": a place where hard work, dedication and service pay great dividends to the opportunist.  From her economic well-spring, much abundance flows.  Freedom of Speech and Assembly are guaranteed by her Bill of Rights.  Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action enable any person to have a chance to succeed and to be their own provider. For over 400 years now, refugees flocked to her soil for a fresh start. But what if she ceased to be this symbol of independence?<br/>  Suzanne Collins, author of the The Hunger Games envisions just such a place in ""Panem, the country that rose up out of the ashes of a place that was once called North America (Loc. 237-241)"". Panem, what I believe to be a Marxist society, is nothing like the forefathers planned for America. Marxism, a socioeconomic ideal, is most-centered around a ""continuous conflict between capitalist oppressors and oppressed working people... primary influence on life was economic (Roberts, 300)"".<br/>  Panem used to be a country of 13 surrounding districts but after the outlying citizens rebelled, the thirteenth was destroyed as an example to not defy the Capitol.  Now, oppression and destitution are the way of life for most of Panem's citizens in its 12 Districts, except the wealthy citizens of the Capitol.  Each person's occupation is predetermined in that they work on the abundant resource available to them in their district and there is little to circumvent this harsh reality. Most people cannot afford to make a living but only a surviving.  Many resort to poaching, haggling and even begging to survive. To keep its citizens in check, the Capitol has devised a ""reward campaign"" to alleviate starvation for one family once a year. This event is called ""The Hunger Games.""<br/>  Designed as a suppression tactic by the Capitol to keep the districts in line, the games are a lottery/tournament style competition. However, this is where the sadism enters Panem's society. While the districts are mandated to view the gladiator-style Games, 24 contestants a year fight for the prize of guaranteed food rations for the rest of their lives. The winner has to mentor new contestants from their district and help train them in the following years. Also, the tournament is between children above the age of twelve. When a child turns 12, their name is entered in one time. At 13, the name is entered twice and so on until the age of 18. So as your age increases, so do the odds of selection.<br/>  The drafting of the children, or ""reaping,"" supports that the Capitol is punishing the districts for their disobedience, or sins. ""Do not be deceived: God is not mocked, for whatever one sows, that will he also reap"" (Galatians 6:7, Eastern Standard Version). Simply put, what a person does is repaid to them often more abundantly, in this life or the next. Parents are forced to see their children subject to the possibility of horrible deaths from their past transgressions. Many totalitarian governments act as a deity or remove the deity of their society and not allow their people to worship freely.<br/>The protagonist, Katniss Everdeen, a 16-year-old girl sacrifices her ""freedom"" and volunteers to take the place of her 12-year-old sister, Primrose. Katniss ends up overcoming tremendous odds and difficulties in ""The Hunger Games"" and is victorious over famine and the Capitol. She singlehandedly rallies people from several districts and other supporters from the Capitol called ""sponsors"" in believing in her. She has defied the Capitol and she is sure to pay for her actions in the sequel called ""Catching Fire.""<br/>  Panem, is far from the ideals that shaped America. Oppression, humiliation and mutilation are things no person should endure. Freedom to make choices for one's self and their loved ones should be available for all. America may be imperfect but she still shines a beacon of light to tattered nations around the globe.<br/>'<br/>  Works Cited<br/><br/>Collins, S. (2008). The Hunger Games. New York, NY: Scholastic Press.<br/>Roberts, E. (Ed.). (2012). Writing About Literature. (13th ed.). Boston, MA: Pearson.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4P2WHN9BBZJP?ASIN=0439023521	Katniss, the girl who was on fire	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Every year, twenty-four teenage ""tributes"" are brought to the Capitol of Panem, and sent out into the arena to kill each other on live TV. Only one will survive.<br/><br/>This chilling premise is at the center of ""The Hunter Games,"" the brilliant, powerful first book of Suzanne Collins' bestselling trilogy. It's a slow-burning, brutal, chilling thriller twined with some barbed satire (reality TV!) and an oppressive government -- but at heart, it's an uplifting story about a young woman fighting to be free.<br/><br/>Katniss Everdeen lives in the impoverished District 12, hunting food to provide for her mother and her beloved little sister Prim. But on the day of the reaping, Prim is selected. And Katniss does something no one else has done in a long time -- she volunteers to go instead. Along with the male tribute, Peeta Mellark -- a boy who once helped her at her lowest point -- she is swept away to the Capitol.<br/><br/>Once there, the tributes are pampered, tutored, styled and turned into celebrities -- until they're released into the arena, and start killing each other to survive. Katniss must evade murderous gangs, traps, and genetically engineered beasts.<br/><br/>But after their triumphant first appearance at the Capitol, the audience has taken a shine to the impoverished young ""lovers"" and are rooting for them to triumph. But if both Katniss and Peeta are to survive, they must learn how to play the game that the gamemakers and polticians are playing -- and use the Hunger Games against them.<br/><br/>A lot has been made of ""The Hunger Games'"" resemblance to the Japanese franchise ""Battle Royale,"" but honestly the only real similarity is the core concept. Suzanne Collins' world is a far stranger place, set in a futuristic North America where rebellion is brewing against a tyrant. And it seems more to be a barbed, glass-sharp satire on reality TV and how easily people are swayed, either for evil or good.<br/><br/>Suzanne Collins' writing style here takes a little getting used to -- she not only writes everything in the first person, but in the present tense. It's.... a little strange, and it takes some getting used to.<br/><br/>But once you do get used to the odd style, Collins' writing is on fire. She writes in an intense, slow-burning style that is speckled with bittersweet scenes (Katniss singing to Rue) and colorful descriptions (the superficial, sparkly Capitol). But it's also brutally violent at times, with various teens being killed in some truly gruesome ways (broken neck, countless stings, arrows) -- and though Collins doesn't go into graphic detail, it's still pretty shocking.<br/><br/>But at heart, ""The Hunger Games"" is about one young woman's struggle. Katniss is a struly striking heroine -- she's strong, tough and fiery, as you'd expect of a girl who has been supporting her family, but she has the right amount of vulnerability and kindness. Peeta is a very sweet, sensitive love interest who complements her perfectly, and there's a strong round of supporting characters -- the clever stylist Cinna, the drunken ex-tribute Haymitch, the birdlike Rue, and many others.<br/><br/>""The Hunger Games"" is one of those rare books that strikes a deep chord in people's souls -- and it's a beautifully (if oddly) written story with a brilliant heroine. Spellbinding.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7D2V094ELW1H?ASIN=0439023521	Read the Whole Trilogy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins hits a high mark in fiction with ""The Hunger Games"" trilogy. One must read the entire series, not just a single book, to fully appreciate the thought and care that went into character development, storytelling, structure and themes. Collins writes in a lean, clear voice that suits her hardscrabble sixteen-year-old narrator and never bogs down the fast-moving plot or blunts the books' emotional impact. I can think of few books in any genre, for any target age group, that are this well-written. If anything, ""The Hunger Games"" calls to mind Shirley Jackson. Sorry, Ms. Rowling, enjoyable as the Harry Potter books were, Suzanne Collins writes circles around you. The acknowledgments at the end of ""Mockingjay"" suggest that Collins had able editorial support, which I think Harry Potter's publishers abandoned after ""Prisoner of Azkaban"" in their frenzy to get product on the shelves.<br/><br/>By now everyone has heard enough about the subject matter that it would be a waste of time to go over it again. I will say I dodged reading ""The Hunger Games"" for a long time, thinking I had had enough of dystopian fiction, enough of teenagers, and enough of pop-culture frenzy phenomena. I only gave in on the advice of a friend who seldom cares to read novels and could not put the books down. I could not put them down either.<br/><br/>Note for parents: Although most children age nine and up should be able to handle the vocabulary without help, due to the dark, thought-provoking content, I suggest reading along with any child under 13 or perhaps reading the books yourself first before you decide whether to let your child read them.<br/><br/>To address a few criticisms I have seen: (1) I don't really care whether Collins borrowed ideas from Japan's ""Battle Royale"" book and movie (she claims she did not); ""The Hunger Games"" stands as its own work of art. (2) While writing in the present tense can seem gimmicky and annoying, Collins uses it effectively to make ""The Hunger Games"" visceral and intellectually and emotionally authentic. (3) Whether you like the end of Mockingjay will be a matter of taste; I thought it was perfectly suited to what preceded it.<br/><br/>Bravo, well done.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2G7OAR6YLIE8F?ASIN=0439023521	Good Book. Bad Ending.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fell into the craze a little late in the game. The Hunger Games tells of a North America transformed into twelve districts surrounding The Capitol. This Capitol unleashes its control of the districts by having an annual, televised battle-to-the-death between a boy and a girl from each district.<br/><br/>Katniss is our heroine. She's a very capable hunter who must take care of her younger sister, Prim, and battered mother.<br/><br/>When Prim is selected as the girl contender from their district, Katniss volunteers instead. The rest of the story is how this Hunger Game unfolds.<br/><br/>First and foremost I did not like how this book ended. It's probably because Collins planned for the trilogy but the end of the book is just the end of a chapter. I wanted some kind of resolution.<br/><br/>To be sure, The Hunger Games ends but before the book is over, Collins has us continuing the story.<br/><br/>That's my only beef with this story and it is a very small beef (ala McDonalds). The rest of the plot is engaging.<br/><br/>As told in first person from Katniss's point of view, you go along with her thoughts and are never privy to outside information. This keeps the tension high as you will never know what's going to happen next. You don't even know if Katniss will survive. It's all up in the air.<br/><br/>The characters are not fully fleshed out with this first book. There are a few moments when Katniss and her counterpart, Peeta, do some reminiscing. This helps add some meat to their character bones. I'm assuming we'll delve deeper as the books go along.<br/><br/>The violence is interesting. Having twelve through eighteen-year olds tossed into an arena and hunt/murder one another is slightly disturbing and the fact that it has caught fire may say something about our society. But I don't remember graphic descriptions. In fact, I think it was a matter of Collins writing toward our imagination and letting us fill in the detail.<br/><br/>I was also impressed with the lack of swearing. This is a fad that seems to infect ninety-five percent of Young Adult novels. I don't remember any use of profanity. You'd think the kids would be spouting them left and right considering their situation.<br/><br/>In the end (outside of the ending) Collins has started a very rich world. I look forward to what happens next.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXHDGUSN2IZ8V?ASIN=0439023521	whoa!  Brutal and non-stop awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've read this book twice, but the last time was back in October! Time to read it again before the movie comes out. Yes, this book is that good! It is one of my favorite reads. Brings out laughter and sadness and anger and fear...so many emotions and just the right amount of them for me to keep coming back for more.<br/><br/>The Story<br/>The country is dystopian and separated into 13 districts. District 13 was technology, but is lost now. Every year the Capitol (which doesn't have a district designation....because it's the capitol) mandates that each of the districts send up one boy and one girl to the Hunger Games, which is a fight to the death with only one survivor. The lucky kids could volunteer, but really who would do that, or they get chosen at random by pulling their name out of a hat basically. Anywho, Katniss and Peeta get chosen to go into the games for District 12 and the show begins.<br/><br/>Likes<br/>Everything! Seriously though, I pretty much liked everything.<br/><br/>There was a part that made me cry (and even though I wished it could have been different it was important to the story and wouldn't have it changed).<br/><br/>There was the part where Peeta saved her. The part where she saved Peeta. The part where they saved each other.<br/><br/>The part where she shot the arrow in the room where they decide her score.<br/><br/>Dislikes<br/>Uhm.....I didn't like.....okay, in just thinking about the first book, there really wasn't anything I remember disliking. I have complaints about the next two books, but not so much this one.<br/><br/>Conclusion<br/>what I say is this:<br/>If you like YA books and/or if you like dystopian books and/or if you want to try something new if you have not read these types of books before and basically if you are not a strictly non-fiction reader....<br/><br/>READ THIS BOOK!!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R44LINRXZH0SO?ASIN=0439023521	A good yarn!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Young adult fiction lately has been flooded by books about Vampires, Witches, Werewolves, and all sorts of paranormal subjects. They have also invaded movies that are for young adults. ""The Hunger Games"" is here to challenge that clichéd trend.<br/><br/>""The Hunger Games"" is in the genre of Science Fiction and Post-Apoocalyptic Fantasy. (So think Mad Max meets Death Race 2000 meets 1984.) That being said, it's not for children below the age of 13.<br/><br/>The setting is a future North America where the nation that was once the United States are divided into 12 Districts ruled by an authoritative regime, al a ""1984"". And every year, as punishment for the past Civil War between the government and rebels, each District sends two kids, 12 and up, to fight to the death in the arena.<br/><br/>When Katniss Everdeen's sister is chosen to go to the arena, she volunteers to take her younger siblings place.<br/><br/>That is all I'm going to spoil. :)<br/><br/>The plot moves at a very brisk place in the beginning, lags a little in the middle, then moves quickly at the end. The book has many twists you'll never see until they happen. If you love twists in books, ""The Hunger Games"" is perfect.<br/><br/>When reading the book, I was reminded a lot of Golding's ""Lord of the Flies"". Having to survive in the arena wore down the participants, many went insane after having to fight tooth and nail, and kill. And the people watching the games, like the tribe of children of ""Flies"" , cheering as people were killed. And like Ralph in ""Flies"", Katniss  fights to remain civilized.<br/><br/>Now, before I go on a long literary discussion, let's look at the writing. Collins wrote the book in 1st Person POV, so the only viewpoint in the story you get is Katniss's. I think 1st Person kind of limited the story. I wanted to get into the other character's heads, and learn more about what makes them tick.<br/><br/>As for the use of language, Colllins shines. Imaginary drool dripped down my chin at the way she described food. The technology was described simply, like reading ""Farenheit 451"" and ""Dune"". The action scenes were fast and hard-hitting, just as action should be.<br/><br/>Overall, this is a very good book. I give ""The Hunger Games"" 4 out of 5 stars!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22ST21TEKV14M?ASIN=0439023521	"""The Hunger Games"" do not nourish"	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Anyone who sits down to write a book has my admiration. Also, I fully believe that Collins is a talented writer who is bringing to light stories and topics that need our attention. I appreciate her work and vision and perseverance.<br/><br/>Unfortunately ""The Hunger Games"" series leave me unnourished.<br/><br/>The first book in the series was promising, especially as it carried a trenchant critique of our making a circus of death/survival. In an interview I read Collins expressed being concerned about sending our young people - teenagers - to war and what that does to them and also wondering why people enjoyed the ""Survivor"" TV show. However the book quickly lost focus and the narrative devolved into something formulaic, violence oriented and without a sense of having learned something. The story was stretched thin (probably so it could last three volumes), became increasingly violent and, worse of all, eviscerated all agency and personality from the initially promising female protagonist whose focus came down to decide between two male love interests. All in all, one of the most disappointing book experiences of my life. Mainly because it started with enormous promise (which was lost even before the first book ended). I'm happy to know that a writer has experienced fame and fortune, but it's at the price of the story that could have been told, a story that we need.<br/><br/>Interestingly, I had a similar experience with her ""Gregor the Overlander"" series. An utterly fascinating premise and a strong first book. Even the subsequent books in the series have moments of brilliance. However, yet again, she opted for the easy road - increased battles (instead of finding other, more nuanced, ways to evolve relationships/solve conflicts), the assignment of villainy (troublingly, mainly to the women characters) and the outcome in which no growth or much insight was achieved.<br/><br/>At the end of the series (I only skimmed the last book - just as I only skimmed the last two books in the ""Hunger Games"" series) I was disappointed that all that obvious intellect and storytelling talent ended with very little to show. Then again, I thought, perhaps that's Collins' point. Namely, you have a war and think it'll be the answer when in fact, at the end, there really isn't anything grand at all - no answer or improvement just damage and sadness. So, even though I wasn't happy with it I had to acknowledge that it was a viable choice. By ""viable"" I mean I could see it as emerging from/organic to the story she told.<br/><br/>However when she did it again in the ""Hunger Games"" series I was annoyed. After all, it's easy to criticize a society, it's easy to depict conflict and battle (after all, we have generations of stories and books and movies doing that). But unless we find ways to make interesting stories about peace, nonviolent conflict and less-than-perfect-but-workable solutions; unless we make those stories as compelling as the old good vs. evil narrative we'll never be able to imagine, much less live out, a different way of being. I consider it a failure of imagination and narrative laziness to not push oneself beyond the script of battle-victory/hero(ine)-end of story.<br/><br/>Our young people need new stories - the human race needs new stories.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28KNJV864RDFE?ASIN=0439023521	3 1/2 stars:  Intriguing, but predictable	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was excited to read this book, especially with all the hype surrounding it lately with the movie release. I wanted to know what all the fuss was about. So I dove right in.<br/><br/>First, I'll be completely honest. The book started out extremely slow. The first couple chapters were interesting, inviting the reader into the idea quickly. But it trailed off quickly -- so quickly that I was bored to the point of almost putting it down at chapter 5. But I thought to myself, ""There's so much hype, there must be something more."" So I skipped 5 chapters to chapter 10 and started skimming from there to see if I'd reached something of interest. Finally, the story was taking off again.<br/><br/>The basis of the story is this: A poor society comprised of several districts ruled by a wealthy government are forced to compete in what come to be known as ""The Hunger Games"". The Games were started as punishment for an uprising the poor districts of the society waged against the government, but the governing body defeated the rebellion and crushed the poor under even heavier burdens.<br/><br/>The rules of the hunger games were simple. Representatives were selected from each of the 12 societal districts, placed into an ""arena"", and forced to fight each other to the death. Last man (or woman) standing won food and riches for his (or her) family. But here's the catch: the combatants were mere teen-agers.<br/><br/>No novel would be complete without a quasi-love story infused into it (because what good is blood and carnage among fighting children without a love story, right?). The combatants fight their way down to the last 2 remaining...uh...lovebirds.  And what good is a love story among blood and carnage waged by children against other children than a good old fashioned ""Romeo and Juliet"" scheme to wrap it all up?<br/><br/>I will admit, the idea of the story was intriguing. People who don't know each other and who have done each other no wrong other than living in ""opposing"" districts are forced to fight to the death for the hopeful benefit of their respective families. It speaks rather loudly of the depravity of our human condition. Where does a person (or society) draw the line in the sand saying, ""We will go this far and no farther!"" ? When do we say, ""We will not bow to the Establishment!"" ?<br/><br/>While the book raises some interesting societal issues (issues I'm sure someone could relate to war and greed and government in our day), I was disturbed the author chose the main players of the Games to be children. I wasn't offended, just disturbed. Maybe that's because we expect these kinds of stories with adult victims, not children. When we bring children into the equation, however, I think we are forced to think our positions through a bit further than we originally would have.<br/><br/>What would you do if your family was in that situation?  Would you stand up and fight?  Or would you cower in fear?<br/><br/>I give The Hunger Games 3 1/2 stars out of 5, primarily due to its predictability and slow start. The idea was intriguing, so it deserved at least 3 for provocation and thoughtfulness.<br/><br/>You can see my other reviews at my blog site: christiancognition.blogspot.com</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JVKPNR4RFZ95?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games My 2 Cents	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I finally succumbed to peer pressure, I'm weak, but for whatever my two cents might be worth in this ever changing economy here is my take on Hunger Games. First let me issue a disclaimer in that I read this book expecting the worst. I'd held off reading Suzanne Collins' book because the very premise, as I understood it, made me queasy, and although I can lock and load as well as most Southern women I've no stomach for senseless killing. That said I was surprised, and give the book 4*.<br/><br/>So with the same trepidation with which I read Twilight, no one does vamps like Ann Rice, I should do as well as Stephenie Meyer's, and I would have a lovely new beach house. Again a big surprise. I began Hunger Games and I couldn't put down my Kindle until two in the morning and three days later.  By now you've read a gazillion reviews that praise the book and a few that consider the writing simplistic. I think the Hunger Games is neither. Over 6 thousand readers at www.Amazon.com gave the book 4.5 * so I won't waste your time with technicalities. For me, I found the book to be mesmerizing in the way people pass by terrible accidents and are unable to look away. For a writer who loves to read with a passion the book hooked me from the get go and that makes any book a success.<br/><br/>Everyone, so it seems, has interpreted a different message in the book, and in listening to the debates I imagine Ms. Collins cringing at some of the comments. I only read the one and have not decided if I'll read the other two books yet. The Hunger Games is still digesting. Listening to the few interviews Ms. Collins gave, I hope my take doesn't make her shudder. In her interview, she referred to reality TV as having, in part, inspired her Trilogy. That speaks volumes for TV and not in a positive light.<br/><br/>My one pervading thought, which I've been unable to shake since reading The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins, is ""All that is necessary for the triumph of evil is that good men do nothing."" (Edmund Burke).<br/><br/>Today there are so many things happening all around we need to remember that yes one person can make a difference. One vote at a time, one person and one voice at a time, then eventually the one becomes many.[...]</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDUBA22V0YLK2?ASIN=0439023521	I don't think some people read the same book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As usual I headed over to the 1 star review section to see what those folks had to say about this book before posting my own 5 star take on the events. The ones I read fascinated me because it seems like me and those people read two different books. Some called this book boring, predictable and cliche. Really? Seriously? The only thing I found typical is the fact that the main character is torn between two guys like the main female character of nearly every young adult book that's out right now. But the comparisons stop there. Even the way she's caught between them is unique rather than the typical empty minded boy crazy girls you read about now that flit from guy to guy simply going on about how good they look or how much they long to have sex with them. A lot of the one stars just seemed like haters, plain and simple. If the book was so boring, why did they continue reading it instead of just putting it down after a chapter or two. There's even a horrible parody book of The Hunger Games in circulation now and all I can say is that has to be a first. A book has a parody?? I've never heard of that happening! You know you're book is huge when there's someone taking time out of their life to try and make another version of your book! The parody is bad, by the way, just in case you're wondering. I read a few pages and felt sorry for not only the author, but the publishers who paid them because they didn't have anything to do.<br/><br/>As far as this book goes, I was crying by the second or third chapter. Not boo-hooing or anything severe, but this book is very touching. Unless you're a heartless prick, this book will touch you in certain areas. If Suzanne Collins got her idea of this from somewhere else, I've never heard of it, and I've never read anything quite like this. This book is like The Help (the book, not the movie)--in that I believe it deserves all the good praise it gets. I'm pretty sure the movie will not be as good as this book, but I'm dying to see it anyway. At least Suzanne Collins had a hand in writing the script, unlike some, so at least a lot of the basic concepts are kept. Not only that, but I'm dying to read the second book of the trilogy. Do yourself a favor and read this. Ignore the negativity, you'll be glad you did.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OPJW28YB9DCF?ASIN=0439023521	You Cannot Put This Book Down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After countless months of hearing about the Hunger Game, I became curious to see whether or not the hype was all that it was cracked up to be. I read the book the day before I was about to see the movie. I didn't expect to completely finish the book, but I did. Let me tell you, this is a book that you just cannot stop reading. I stayed up till 4a.m. just to finish the ending.<br/>Oh, by the way, I thought the movie was a let down.<br/><br/>What I liked about the book was that the love story wasn't the main focus for the book. The capitol's cruel maltreatment towards it's people was the main focus. I love books that convey a sense of helplessness to one's environment/ situation in life, yet finding some way to screw with the system to get a supposedly fair and just democracy. (my favorite book is the Invisible Man by Ellison). In these types of books you always have the main character as this smart, yet naive young adult who thinks the world is exactly how they see it. They do not see that they are simply just a chess piece in another person's game. In Hunger Games, this is Katniss. Katniss is a 16 year old girl who volunteers to compete in the game in place of her sister. Katniss is incapable of loving and sharing her world with another person besides her sister. This cold approach to the world manages to be her biggest asset in the game. Without seeing the other competitors as people she could be friends with let alone relate to, she is able to stay focused in the game to what is important: staying alive for her sister. She is able to pick up on the system Haymitch has developed for her to get gifts from sponsors. A kiss meant you get soup.<br/><br/>I don't know exactly why, but my favorite character from the whole series is Haymitch. Even though he is always in the background of these games, you can't help but feel as though he is always steps ahead of all the people that surround him. He drinks because of his knowledge of how the capitol works and his inability to do anything about it. He is a lot like Katniss. He doesn't let others into his world in fear that the capital would have something to use against him in case he acts out of line.<br/><br/>When I think of the Hunger Games, I can't shake the deep presence of how the Greek olympics must have been like.To me, Hunger Games would be the futuristic Greek olympics. What it would look like if T.V.s were around.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R258RTKMCXO6YT?ASIN=0439023521	Entertaining enough, but that's it.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I give this book (and the other three in the trilogy) two stars - I wanted to give it three, one for each of them, but that didn't seem quite right.<br/><br/>""The Hunger Games"" was entertaining enough that I read it and got swept up in the hype surrounding it enough to finish the other two as well.  I'm glad it only took a week to read all three so a large chunk of my life wasn't wasted.<br/><br/>These are the first books that I've read about this premise, so I gave it two stars for the storyline.  However, after reading quite a few reviews, I see that maybe it wasn't so novel afterall.  Either way, it was entertaining.  And that's about all I can say that's good about this trilogy.<br/><br/>It was predictable.  (So very predictable.)  It was clearly written for a seventh grader or close to, so I tried to ignore the writing style and use of cliches.  I tried my best to call upon my inner 13-year-old and love these books.  But I couldn't do it.  And the main reason I couldn't love these books is because of the ""heroine.""  She is shallow, selfish, egotistical, and manipulative - but not very smart.  I wouldn't have minded if she was manipulative in other ways the author could have made her be - against the Capitol, against the Gamesmakers.  But, without giving any spoilers, I'll just say that she wasn't.  I kept reading hoping to see the character growth over the three books and that all of these traits would be gone by the end and we'd have a heroine to actually admire...  But no.  Her character really left a lot to be desired, and by the end of the third book, I felt like there had been no growth at all, no development, no maturity - she was just Katniss.  The story as a whole was likable enough to keep reading, but Katniss was not likable enough to actually care what happened to her.<br/><br/>Friends argued that Katniss was selfless, volunteering for her sister.  While that may have been her only redeeming action, in my opinion, she did it for egotistical reasons.  ""Look at me, I'm doing what no one from District 12 has ever done before.  Look at me, saving my sister, because my sister's too weak to ever survive herself.""  The author didn't make me believe her motives.<br/><br/>I don't understand the hype surrounding these books.  They weren't deep enough to make me really think about society or the character flaws of humans in any way, like some books can.  They weren't well written enough to take a journey with a character through her evolution.  They were just some books, that were entertaining enough, but forgettable.  I don't usually leave reviews, but I am just at a loss of the hysteria surrounding these books, and am glad to see that I'm not totally alone.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RV6WGJ47FIPIP?ASIN=0439023521	a modern epic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book takes us on a journey of conquest, and represents a modern day, very American, version of the Illiad.  Survival, in a brutal, gladiatorial world amounts just as much to obtaining good audience response, in the Hollywood environment, under constant televised scrutiny, as to one's facility with weapons.  Each year, two teenagers, one a boy and one a girl, are chosen from each of the twelve districts that pay tribute to the Capitol, the realm of the ""gods"", to participate in the games that demonstrate the absolute control of the Capitol over the lives and livelihoods of people in the districts.  Welcome to North America of the future.<br/> The narration is from the point of view of the ""lucky"" girl from district 12 chosen to compete in this year's games.  She plays the role, not only of Helen of Troy, of the Iliad, but of Paris, in the end using an arrow to strike at the vulnerable point of the ""Achilles"" of the tale.  It is extremely interesting to see the war before the ""plains of Illium"", from the point of view of the character who is treated as so cowardly in the actual Illiad.  The author is sufficiently skillful that she makes what could easily be a rather repulsive character into a tragic figure, and I think at the end of the book, just as if we had witnessed a performance of a Greek tragedy, we are privy to her erroneous view of the world, while at the same time feeling very sympathetic toward her as a human being caught in an unwinnable situation.<br/> I found myself wondering, in the end, who the gods were.  The people of the Capitol seemed just as much caught up in the Hollywood fakery as the girl in the gladiatorial competition.  They all seemed to represent tragic figures, puppets in the hands of the gods behind the scenes to whom we never have any direct contact.  The Capitol proves in the end to be just as much as a gladiatorial arena as that of the games.  Who are the gods?  Certainly, the ""fall of Troy"" does not seem to end the tale by any means.  It whet my appetite for the second volume in the series, despite the brutal, harsh nature of this first volume.<br/> I found the writing to be superb.  The author has a real gift for timing and for posing puzzles that she can resolve in interesting ways.  On the other hand, although this is a book about teenagers, its tragic unfolding and its brutal plot are very serious, and strike Americans at the heart of their Hollywood mentality, and fixation with materialism and technology.  This is a tragedy built around greed and ultimately one that is quite meaningful for Americans as a whole, not just for teenagers.  I recommend this book, but the world it displays is a terrible world, perhaps bearing too close an affinity with the actual world.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36LUJI4ES71ZQ?ASIN=0439023521	The Capitol: Where Spectatorship Is Sport	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have had this book gathering dust on my shelf for an obscene amount of time. In truth, I put off reading it because there are so many other books on my ""To Read"" list &amp; when a push back happens, it's the YA novels that take it for the team. I'm glad to say that this was very much worth the read.<br/><br/>I know that everything to be said about this book &amp; the entire series has likely been said, but I cannot let it go without saying that what struck me most &amp; I find I am most interested in is, the Capitol, its inhabitants &amp; how this entire society has devolved into this place we're transported too. Katniss as the narrator, took my breath away sometimes because she had a way of relating the matter-of-factness of some things &amp; a seeming complacency for others. She could see inherent unfairness in the way things were set up to the advantage of the Capitol but didn't seem to bear any in her own district for not being the sorts to band together &amp; offer assistance to one another in dire situations (her family almost starved to death when her father died &amp; she knows that others have met that same fate). It struck me as an interesting study in ""Us vs. Them"". The same is touched on with the Avox girl, that Katniss recognizes.<br/><br/>Panem is a rough place all around. The feeling of helplessness is used as a weapon to wear people down &amp; fear is used to keep people in their own district &amp; not inclined to venture out to others for information or banding together. The Capitol must have great intimidation PR because the fences aren't electrified 24/7 but people haven't crossed in masses to meet.<br/><br/>As to the games themselves, I admit to feeling uneasy as I read this because I felt like a spectator (&amp; of course that's the point). But, I am not a watcher of reality television. I haven't the fortitude for it. It makes me nervous, uncomfortable &amp; I have a tendency to feel embarrassed for others &amp; like I'm seeing something I shouldn't. Simply put, I'm an atrocious gawker. I don't want to see humanity at its worst &amp; the idea of the Hunger Games or Flesh Fair (from the film A.I.) all playing out while people sit and watch, placing bets &amp; having parties nags at my psyche. That said, I will read the remainder of the series because I need to know how this society resolves &amp; characters reconcile.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5E72E74N41I9?ASIN=0439023521	"""Katniss, the girl who was on fire."""	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Every year, twenty-four teenage ""tributes"" are brought to the Capitol of Panem, and sent out into the arena to kill each other on live TV. Only one will survive.<br/><br/>This chilling premise is at the center of ""The Hunter Games,"" the brilliant, powerful first book of Suzanne Collins' bestselling trilogy. It's a slow-burning, brutal, chilling thriller twined with some barbed satire (reality TV!) and an oppressive government -- but at heart, it's an uplifting story about a young woman fighting to be free.<br/><br/>Katniss Everdeen lives in the impoverished District 12, hunting food to provide for her mother and her beloved little sister Prim. But on the day of the reaping, Prim is selected. And Katniss does something no one else has done in a long time -- she volunteers to go instead. Along with the male tribute, Peeta Mellark -- a boy who once helped her at her lowest point -- she is swept away to the Capitol.<br/><br/>Once there, the tributes are pampered, tutored, styled and turned into celebrities -- until they're released into the arena, and start killing each other to survive. Katniss must evade murderous gangs, traps, and genetically engineered beasts.<br/><br/>But after their triumphant first appearance at the Capitol, the audience has taken a shine to the impoverished young ""lovers"" and are rooting for them to triumph. But if both Katniss and Peeta are to survive, they must learn how to play the game that the gamemakers and polticians are playing -- and use the Hunger Games against them.<br/><br/>A lot has been made of ""The Hunger Games'"" resemblance to the Japanese franchise ""Battle Royale,"" but honestly the only real similarity is the core concept. Suzanne Collins' world is a far stranger place, set in a futuristic North America where rebellion is brewing against a tyrant. And it seems more to be a barbed, glass-sharp satire on reality TV and how easily people are swayed, either for evil or good.<br/><br/>Suzanne Collins' writing style here takes a little getting used to -- she not only writes everything in the first person, but in the present tense. It's.... a little strange, and it takes some getting used to.<br/><br/>But once you do get used to the odd style, Collins' writing is on fire. She writes in an intense, slow-burning style that is speckled with bittersweet scenes (Katniss singing to Rue) and colorful descriptions (the superficial, sparkly Capitol). But it's also brutally violent at times, with various teens being killed in some truly gruesome ways (broken neck, countless stings, arrows) -- and though Collins doesn't go into graphic detail, it's still pretty shocking.<br/><br/>But at heart, ""The Hunger Games"" is about one young woman's struggle. Katniss is a struly striking heroine -- she's strong, tough and fiery, as you'd expect of a girl who has been supporting her family, but she has the right amount of vulnerability and kindness. Peeta is a very sweet, sensitive love interest who complements her perfectly, and there's a strong round of supporting characters -- the clever stylist Cinna, the drunken ex-tribute Haymitch, the birdlike Rue, and many others.<br/><br/>""The Hunger Games"" is one of those rare books that strikes a deep chord in people's souls -- and it's a beautifully (if oddly) written story with a brilliant heroine. Spellbinding.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VQVYT9PQ6NL1?ASIN=0439023521	Are you not entertained?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">In a dystopian future world, a plentiful society exists in a place called the Capitol which oversees 12 poverty-stricken Districts to produce specific products to maintain their charmed lives. As a way of re-affirming their dominance over the Districts (as well as provide a sadistic entertainment to the twisted rulers), they demand 2 ""tributes"" in the form of one boy and one girl between the ages of 12-18 to travel to the Capitol and be placed in a vast arena to survive and fight to the death. These televised trials are called ""The Hunger Games"". This is the story of a 16 year old girl called Katniss Everdeen from District 12 who is one of the chosen.<br/><br/>I heard about this book a few years ago in Stephen King's Entertainment Weekly column but I decided not to read it as it was labelled ""Young Adult"" (YA) (I'm not a teenager) and because it seemed like a knockoff ""Battle Royale"", a superb Japanese film I'd seen in 2000 which has a very similar premise. Having read the book, in hindsight both of these reasons were ridiculous. The YA label is arbitrary at best and, reading it, I couldn't understand why this book is considered to be a teen book and not one for adults. Maybe the lack of swearing, sex, and overly descriptive violent scenes?<br/><br/>And the ""Battle Royale"" argument (which seems to bother a number of reviewers), well was that the first book to feature kids on an island killing each other? Has no-one read ""Lord of the Flies""? Shirley Jackson wrote maybe the best haunted house novel with ""The Haunting of Hill House"" - does that mean Richard Matheson's ""Hell House"" or Stephen King's ""The Shining"" are invalid because they followed in her wake? Or Yevgeny Zamyatin's ""We"" preceded both Aldous Huxley's ""Brave New World"" and George Orwell's ""Nineteen Eighty-Four"", so do we discount Huxley and Orwell entirely? Just because a concept has been done before, doesn't mean it can't be done again - and done better at that.<br/><br/>""The Hunger Games"" is an exceptionally thrilling read. Suzanne Collins has crafted a compelling portrait of a world unrecognisable to our own, both futuristic and historic at varying times, but the best part of the book is, as it should be, the Games itself. Once Katniss enters the arena with the 23 other teens, I couldn't stop reading and finished the book on my second sitting, it was that exhilarating to read. Her battle to survive both on the basic level of eating and drinking what she could find, while escaping her would-be murderers, was a unique reading experience that I've never come across before and Collins does a fantastic writing job throughout. The survival part of the book echoed another excellent series of YA books I read when I was a teenager, Gary Paulsen's ""Hatchet"" books (highly recommended by the way), while the many Roman references made it seem like an extended teen ""Gladiator"".<br/><br/>I won't give away anything about the story here but suffice it to say that there are betrayals and killings that you don't see coming, and constant suspense throughout (even though you know Katniss makes it). Like I say, I don't know why this isn't considered an adult book but any adults reading this review should give this novel a go, ignore the YA label, it's very well written, very well-conceived, and an amazing action-thriller with elements of sci-fi thrown in. Excellent fun, I bought the other two books immediately after finishing this and can't wait to find out how this series continues.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21N9O65RSEJFT?ASIN=0439023521	Leaving Me Hungry for more!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well now I certainly know what all the hype is about! I was really reluctant to read this because all of the hype was so over whelming. I never experienced this feeling with my favorite series Twilight because I fell in love with it before all of the hype began. It definitely lived up to the hype all of the way. It is stylish, exciting fresh and new. It is a brilliant Dystopian novel.<br/><br/>With all of the Dystopian novels out there I can never get enough of them for some reason. I know its such a bleak genre right? Right. But their filled with so much excitement! I found the events leading up to The Hunger Games interesting but was really holding my breath for them to start and when they did oh my! It captivated me and kept my face glued to my Kindle. The world inside and outside of the arena was so well developed; Panem is soooo not a place I want to live in. A lot of the animals,plants and just the world of Panem was extremely unique and kept me interested.<br/><br/>Because of the action and constant flow of the story there wasn't a lot of room for character development but the little bit we get on secondary characters is really extraordinary given the pace of the story. I really loved Katniss and Rue....hate thinking about Rue.... but I loved her! The only thing I didn't like about Katniss was how she second guessed Peeta so much, it got kind of annoying for me. I thought she was a wonderful heroine though.<br/><br/>Was I totally captivated? Yes. Is it my favorite series? No. However,  I own the other two books in the series and will be reading them soon. There is a lot coming out in the movies that I want to see....The Raven anyone? So, I'll have to see  if I can see the movie if not will definitely will catch it on DVD.<br/><br/>Rating: 5/5<br/>Rated: Pg-13 Brutal, Brutal Violence but nothing a teen hasn't seen before.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMEB8SY07M2XQ?ASIN=0439023521	An Adults Review for Adults	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fascinated by the hype the film's opening generated, and the fact that my 13 year old (boy) stated 'the books are the best and I cant wait to see the film' I decided to find out myself what all the fuss is about.<br/>Three books later, and after several intense conversations with those (adults) who have seen the film (I have not), I find myself faced with the dilemma - Is this review of a childrens' series? Is it a review of a political and social veiled commentary? Is it a review of an adults series? I am unsure. The story centers around a 'country/world' (it is never clear), where a ruthless regime (aspects of which bear a striking resemblance to North Korea, Burma and recent events in Syria), maintain control through fear, manipulation, cruelty and hunger. However adults in this story play either a villianous or secondary role, children are the regimes main targets, source of opposition, heros (perhaps) and victims.<br/><br/>As an adult and a parent I found this both distressing and confusing. Joseph Kony and other african warlords have obviously inspired the author.  But to the story! The evil regime having faced an uprising in the past has determined that every year each district must select two children to represent them in The Hunger Games. The world of the Hunger Games is divided into the 'Capitol' (evil, controlling, home of the president, materialistic and most definately not hungry) and the districts each with a singular purpose (farming, mining, manufacturing) that have varying population levels and are portrayed as basically concentration camps where the population is starved, beaten and controlled by the ruthless armies (peacekeepers) of the 'Capitol'. The games themselves are gladitorial. Each child goes into a man made world with the sole aim of killing every other child, and thus achieving both victory, survival and food. Of course none of this can happen until each child is groomed and paraded around to the citizens of the capitol, who obviously have no issue with media manipulation, child abuse and child murder. Oliver Stone in Natural Born Killers parodied a similiar media obsession.<br/><br/>Our protagonist 'Katniss' is a 17 year old female from District 12, portrayed as one of the hungriest camps, in fact Katniss' greatest skill is creeping out of the confines of her camp to hunt successfully (with a bow and arrow) for food, many in her camp/district are in her debt for keeping them alive. Obviously Katniss is selected for the games. I wont give away the ending in the first book or in fact at the end of the third but it is as unexpected as expected. Themes of hunger are well represented and food and its consumption fill great numbers of pages, as do the author's annoying habit of spending many pages flashing back on Katniss' memories, the only purpose for this appears to be the desire to reiterate (over and over again) the rationale for her behaviour. Because despite the situation she finds herself in, the supporting characters and her past she is hard to like or understand.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games if more subtle and better written could have been a truly great trilogy for adults. If fewer complex themes, more behavioural analysis, well rounded characters and a purposeful blackness and futility had been applied it could have been a series worth series academic and educational attention. It is neither, adults who have seen the film are appalled at the violence and premise (these adults are not wowsers). My own reaction? Shock. Shock that these books resonate with our children and shock that there has been no real discussion regarding the themes and events portrayed in them.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZN60IBNTDPWD?ASIN=0439023521	A must read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Did I enjoy this book: Yes, I loved it the first time I read it. And after this second reading, I still love it every bit as much. The action in this book is fast paced and keeps you glued to the book from the very beginning.  I can honestly say that I read this book every free chance I had both times I have read it. Even the second time around, I found it hard to put this book down to take care of the every day stuff that needed to be done. I just couldn't wait to see what happened next!<br/><br/>This was the first dystopian YA book I had ever read. What a way to break into a genre!! This book was exciting, emotional, enraging, and enthralling! (I can't believe I described this book with all 'e' words.) It's hard to imagine a world like this, but this book is written so well that I can imagine a world like this - as sad as that is. Ms. Collins is an amazing writer. The world she built can be pictured clearly. I can see the absurdity of the Capitol and its citizens - what it looks like, how they dress, what they eat. I can see the despair of the districts - the poverty, the hurt, the defeat.<br/><br/>Katniss is a great heroine. She isn't perfect...far from it, in fact. But she is strong, she is a provider, she is a survivor. I like her no nonsense approach to her life and her lot. She does what she needs to do in order to protect those who love her. She is funny, too. Ms. Collins writes some funny dialogue and thoughts. One of my favorite thoughts of Katniss is from Chapter 2: ""Exactly how am I supposed to work in a thank-you in there? Somehow it just won't seem sincere if I""m trying to slit his throat.""<br/><br/>Haymitch is fantastic. He is just like Katniss...or should I say that Katniss is just like him? They are great together and truly seem to get one another. His messages to Katniss in the arena are clear and understood by Katniss.<br/><br/>Peeta and Gale both love Katniss. Only one can have her. I have a favorite. I'm not going to say who it is because if you haven't read this book, I don't want to give anything away! However, if you haven't read this book yet...WHY NOT??? Seriously, go get it immediately and read it!<br/><br/>Would I recommend it: Absolutely!!!<br/><br/>Will I read it again: Yes, I will. Probably once a year...especially right before the release of the movie sequels.<br/><br/>[...]</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XC76Q73RDT5G?ASIN=0439023521	It's just not that great.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Before I begin, I'll be the first to admit that I was expecting a lot, going into this. With all the hype surrounding the upcoming *The Hunger Games* movie and several members of my extended family gushing about how great the books are, I figured it would be amazing. Unfortunately, it just... wasn't.<br/><br/>*The Hunger Games* is split into three parts: ""The Tributes,"" ""The Games,"" and ""The Victor."" (Note: while there are also three novels in the series, I am speaking only of the first novel, which is itself divided into the aforementioned parts.) What's interesting is that while many books increase in intensity from start to finish, this one is more like a bell curve. Part I (comprising chapters 1-9) begins a bit slowly, as it necessarily lays the groundwork for the story ahead. This, of course, is to be expected, and by the end of Part I, I had come to know and love the main protagonist. As Part II (chapters 10-18) begins, I was finally fully engaged in the story, and I loved every minute of it, constantly clamoring for more.<br/><br/>But then I got to Part III.<br/><br/>I'm not sure what was going through Suzanne Collins' mind as she wrote the third and concluding part of this novel, but it is, in a word, boring. It is so bad that there were several times I was about to close the book for good, and just not waste my time seeing how it ended. Still, I persevered, confident that since so many people think it's so great, there had to be something worthwhile at the end, something that would make this tremendous monotony worth it. The problem is: there isn't.<br/><br/>After slogging through almost 100 pages of boredom, I finally arrived at the climax of the novel, only to be presented with a ridiculous, contrived, final battle that wasn't even exciting while it happened. And then, once it was finally over and I got to enjoy the results, there are still another 30 pages of slogging boredom before I finally read ""END OF BOOK ONE""--as if I'd actually subject myself to two more novels of this.<br/><br/>I realize, of course, that I'm not in the ""young adult"" target audience, but I enjoy several other novels of that genre. ""Young Adult"" doesn't necessarily mean ""catering to tweenage pop culture,"" but the climax was definitely just that.<br/><br/>I'd also like to point out one of my three stars is because *The Hunger Games* is completely and utterly devoid of adult language and sexual situations, a feature I wish were found in more of modern literature. Even one of my favorite books of all time, *Ender's Game*, doesn't have that feature.<br/><br/>So, all in all, a book that really failed to impress, but that I might read again, someday, at least in part. I'd still love to know what other people find so compelling, and maybe I'll find it on the second reading.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38COIJCJ4JX3T?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for More	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">**SPOILER ALERT**<br/><br/>I have to admit, I was a litte wary of this book at first. So many people said so many different things about it and I didn't know what to expect. So when I finally bought it and read through it I was pleasantly surprised.<br/><br/>The beginning of the book is amazing, with obvious love between Katniss and Prim. I love how their mother is a catatonic zombie half of the time, making her present, but not all there leaving Katniss to feed them all. I also admit to loving Gale at first, more on that later.<br/><br/>When we actually get to the tributes and all that ""fun"" stuff, it's heartbreaking when Prim get's chosen and then Katniss volunteers. I remember thinking, 'oh no, tell me Gale isn't going to get picked too.' And he wasn't! Then I read more about Peeta and I was irritated because he was a cool guy.<br/><br/>Then the actual Games started and the diologue pretty much stopped. I thought that would bother me because there was hardly any diologue. I was given the facts of what was happening and what Katniss was thinking and that was it. But it was a surprisingly enjoyable part of the novel.<br/><br/>I grew to love the characters and nearly cried a few times like the big baby I am. Then they announced that if two tributes from the same district survive to the end, they will both win, I was thrilled! I could see Katniss and Peeta actually falling in love with each other, even if Katniss didn't realize it, and it was enjoyable.<br/><br/>Blah blah blah, skip all the next stuff because you probably don't care at this minute. Then we get all the way to the end and Katniss crushes Peeta and I wanted to reach into my kindle and strangle her to death. Of course it was all Gale's fault that she crushed Peeta because she realized that she MIGHT POSSIBLY HAVE FEELINGS FOR THE SHMUCK! I was so irritated, but in a good way. Now I just really want to read the next book and find out what happens.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RHVJULFZHYE1?ASIN=0439023521	A Twilight Contender?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie the other day and was intrigued enough by the concept to want to read the book. It is a great premise for a dystopian novel. I think I enjoyed the concept much more than the actual book--and I give credit to the author for coming up with a such a unique and creative story. The ""reaping"" reminded me of the haunting classic short story by Shirley Jackson ""The Lottery"" and I was impressed to see how Collins expanded this concept and put such a fascinating twist to it. When reading a dystopian novel, one does have to extend their beliefs a bit -- satires like this are meant to magnify the darkest aspects of human nature and so I had no difficulty in accepting the premise of the storyline.<br/>Children from the most repressed societies selected at random to fight to the death for the entertainment of the upper-classes. Here in America, where we send our poor and repressed to war to fight for us and where our entertainment largely comes from reality TV, it does not seem so far-fetched! But the plot isn't even that simple, the politics of the battle go beyond strategy and survival in the ring--participants (or Tributes) are further humiliated by having to secure sponsorships, which greatly increase their chances of survival, by trying to win the favor of the very people that put them there to suffer.<br/><br/>While reading the book itself, I enjoyed it and was surprised to see that the movie remained largely true to the story. However, I was disappointed with the character development. I did not feel connected to any of them really--and often felt confused by them and their motives. I think this is what failed to make it a great story! There was so much I would have liked to have known about Peeta, about Haymitch, the other tributes, even Katniss the main character herself seemed to fall short in character development--and I got the feeling that the author meant to write this book as a vehicle to deliver a message rather than write a story.<br/><br/>Even with the shortcomings, I am hooked and cannot wait to read the following books. I get the feeling that a love triangle is developing and wonder if this series will take the place of Twilight in winning over the young adult masses with Gale versus Peeta camps starting up. But then I haven't read the sequels yet either to know where the author intends to go next.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RB8OXWCV7DOQC?ASIN=0439023521	Interesting Social Commentary	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I came to this book a wary of all the buzz surrounding it -- the last time I read something my sister recommended me it was Twilight, and that was a disaster...<br/><br/>However, I was pleasantly surprised to find that Suzanne Collins's ""Hunger Games"" delves into more realistic themes and issues than other popular teen reads (Harry Potter, Twilight). Whereas Harry Potter and Twilight deal mostly with personal issues -- making friends, finding love, gaining confidence -- Katniss, the main character, begins with her strong personality already formed. Katniss's strength despite harsh conditions reminded me of the characters in Margaret Peterson Haddix's Shadow Children series, who lived in a world where every third child was supposed to be executed because of overpopulation. Katniss was a solid character, but her relationship with Peeta felt very forced, even knowing that it was a ruse to begin with, which I think was the major weakness of the novel. It felt like it was just thrown in there to appease teen readers, which was a little disappointing but what can you expect? *sigh*<br/><br/>What impressed me was Hunger Games's critique of the vanity, selfishness, and wastefulness of modern existence. Katniss comes from one of the least wealthy districts and is forced to fight for her life in order to entertain people with higher social positions and more money. The districts are stratified by industry. Katniss's district (the lowest) is mining, and the others in ascending order are: agriculture, livestock, textiles, lumber, transportation, power, fishing, electronics, heavy industry, and the Capitol produces luxuries. The basic idea here is that the people in the least essential industries hold the most power. Doesn't this seem familiar? It seems to reflect the way football players and actors are given high salaries while the proletariat are given no respect and very few opportunities for advancement (sure, you can argue that education up to grade 12 is free, but what can you do without a college degree anymore?).<br/><br/>I applaud this book for preparing young (and old) people to recognize and cope with the problems that the wealth gap creates in society, and for rightly portraying as disgusting people who spend all their time trying to make themselves look beautiful and keep themselves entertained while the world goes to s***. I think we're on the edge of a real change in the way people become more aware of the ways they are inadvertently exploiting others, as books like this, movements like Occupy, and initiatives like Fair Trade bring the struggles of the lower classes into mass consciousness. Basically, the new ethics that is emerging is the ethics of not consuming more than you need, and finding a way to share the bounty with those that are less fortunate (okay, well, it's not exactly new, but it's becoming more important as we start to realize that consuming to excess is both physically and mentally degrading to ourselves -- think obesity and Kardashians).<br/><br/>Being socially conscious isn't an easy thing to do (because it involves breaking habits that we love to indulge), but it's a healthy thing to aspire to both at an individual and societal level.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UE2AKBQ39BMM?ASIN=0439023521	Eh.  Not that great, but not horrible, either.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It took some time to sort out why I was disappointed in this book.  I wondered if it was the writing, the main character, the whole premise of the book, or if it was simply that I'm an adult reading a novel for adolescents, so I was expecting too much.  I don't think it's this last one, though, for a few reasons.  So I started looking at some of the things that bothered me about the book, and I think what it really boils down to is the writing and the author's choice of first person, present tense point of view.<br/><br/>Too often the author felt the need to ""tell"" what is happening with the character by having her state what's going on, rather than letting it show, or *only* letting it show.  I know this might be difficult in first person POV, but it can be done.  (I think the novel would've been stronger if she had just chosen a different mode.)<br/><br/>(****spoiler alert****)<br/>The most cringe-worthy moment  of Katniss pointing out the obvious is in chapter 18 a little bit after  the 12-year old tribute dies.  Right when it happens, we hear Katniss' thoughts, how she finally understands something Peeta had said, and she takes actions that show something in her has changed.  Then she gets the bread from the little girl's district, and I actually got a little teary-eyed.  I thought that was such a great moment--the best in the book.  Just a few pages later, though, we hear Katniss start prattling on in her mind about how Rue's death changed her, how now she wants revenge, blah, blah, blah.  The author shouldn't have had to point that out.  We knew (or we hoped), that something in her changed.  We saw what she did in the meadow before they took the body away, how she saluted her fellow tribute.  We saw when Katniss slipped into a brief depression, didn't want to get out of the tree, didn't want to move anymore, and had to order herself to get going.  The author should have left it alone.  Having Katniss point out the obvious like this makes her seem more self-absorbed and shallow than what is probably intended.  But, too, her stating that she wants revenge at this point isn't really a change.  She already hates the Capitol, what it does to starve people to death in her own district, and she raves against it with Gale in the woods all the time.  So what's new there?  I don't know.  I guess it's just that she's finally coming to realize it?  So is it just that she's learned something about herself here?  The change I suppose I was looking for was for her to actually step outside of herself and her emotional angst just a little more, start being able to connect to others a little better, to risk trusting people (other than girls who remind her of her harmless sister), to see they have a common cause (the other district sent her that precious loaf of bread!!).  But instead she just continues being suspicious and of others' motives all the time.<br/><br/>The scene of Katniss' depression brings me to another point.  I thought it was odd that she doesn't think of her mother's own struggle with depression after her father's death.  Yes, Katniss does far better than her mother in recovering, but it makes her seem pretty shallow and self-absorbed to not be just a little bit humbled in her judgment of her mother.  As a kid, she has every right to be angry that her mother didn't take care of her and her sister.  But, as a book for young adults, this would be a great moment to see some character development, to see Katniss growing into a more aware adult.  Even just a little.  Maybe she doesn't completely forgive her mother, but maybe she understands her a little better.  I think her own emotional wounds, like her mother's, have led her to cut herself off from others.<br/>(***End Spoilers***)<br/><br/>I don't mean to say that I think Katniss should be some perfect hero.  I prefer my characters to be complex, to have struggles, to be not-quite-good or not-quite-bad.  The characters in the Song of Fire and Ice (Game of Thrones) series are excellent examples.  But Katniss didn't come across as very complex at all to me.  Her constant questioning of everyone's motives and going on and on about not wanting to owe people makes her pretty tiresome after a while.  I think she has the potential to be a lot more compelling, and I mostly blame the writing choices for her character falling so flat.  Maybe she'll do more growing the subsequent books.  I hope so, because I still plan to read them, just to see.  If I'm still left disappointed, at least I've only lost a few days of reading.<br/><br/>Unfortunately, I also find the whole world of the Hunger Games fairly unbelievable, too.  I reread Ender's Game a few years ago, and I liked it nearly as much as when I read it in high school.  That's one reason why I don't think my problems with the The Hunger Games can be chalked up to it being fiction for young adults.  Like Katniss, Ender goes through some pretty horrible abuses at the hands of the state, but I never found myself getting weary of Ender or being unable to suspend my disbelief.  I've ready plenty of dystopian books, but I found myself more confused by this world than drawn into it.  I haven't put my finger on why this is, but have a sense that there's a disjunct between this tyrannical government and the way the Hunger Games are broadcast as reality TV.  Something about this arrangement doesn't seem quite believable to me.  Maybe it's because I've never watched that much reality TV?  Or maybe it's just the limited first-person POV again?<br/><br/>I've giving it 3 stars because Amazon says this means I think ""it's okay"" rather than two stars, which means ""I don't like it.""  Probably, I'm somewhere in between.  It's a quick read, and worth reading to know the story everyone's talking about.  And I can't help but like most dystopian novels, regardless of their flaws, because it's always interesting to take a peek into some crazy, things-gone-wrong world that someone has invented.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MLGDUC9J893I?ASIN=0439023521	Resistance is futile	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book begins with a compelling premise, but fails the reader by leaving it undeveloped.  Even allowing for the fact that it is considered young adult fiction, the main characters are vapid and superficial.  The author expects us to believe that Katniss, plucked from an impoverished, oppressed existence suddenly turns into a giddy teenager when presented with the baubles of her oppressors, just before they send her to her likely death.  Readers are further expected that Katniss and Peeta--each in their mid-teens, leading world-weary lives back home--don't have a clue about sex or romance, nor have experienced the feelings that accompany either.  These teenagers should be behaving more like old souls (or adults, at least) but their banter belies the fact that their emotional ages are somewhere between very sheltered ten to tweleve-year-olds. I love dystopian novels and I'm not squeamish about fictional depictions of brutality, but Collins ultimately squanders her opportunity to say anything meaningful about the orgy of violence she has created.  Only a few times, and in passing does Katniss question the authority overlords who created the Hunger Games.  Her narrative primarily focuses on overwrought, repeatative descriptions every event in the book as it occurs.  She spends the majority of the novel attempting to appease them.  The single most compelling scene in the novel is when Katniss and Peeta have the opportunity to commit suicide, and while their decision makes a statement about loyalty, it ultimately sends the message that you should give up instead of fight, and that you should bow to your oppressors if you feel there is any chance they will spare your life.  ""Resistance is futile"" seems to be Collins' message.  Other dystopian novels like Brave New World or Oryx and Crake, explore the machinations of a dysfunctional society, or like Lord of the Flies, demonstrate what can occur in the absence of society to place borders around the extremes of the unchecked drives of human nature.  Others, like 1984 explore the psychology of its protagonists.  Teenage readers should leave this novel to the smaller kiddos it was probably intended for, and skip ahead to more substantive (and enjoyable) books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIIAY2NO15I5X?ASIN=0439023521	This trilogy is great but could be so so so much better ***SPOILERS***	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I heard about his trilogy for a while before I finally decided I would go ahead and order the first book to see how I liked it. I am a college student with little free time but I wanted to read this trilogy after all the recommendations. There is no denying that the way the book is written keeps you going back for more. In less than two days I had blazed through the first book, was driving to the bookstore to grab the second book, and once back at home, was online ordering the third. After I finished the trilogy, I felt so emotionally drained and I knew why. I m going to write my review as if the three books were one book since I had the fortune to read through them successively. Before I start, I have to say that I did thoroughly enjoy these books, there are just things I wish that could be different with it. A lot of issues with the book have already been discussed previously such as the rushing of the story line in the third book, the overuse of ""drugging Katniss then explaining the missed events"" trick etc. I wanted to touch upon a couple of thoughts I had in addition to those great reviews.<br/><br/>I was pretty intrigued by Katniss' character at first for many reasons, and starting out the book I really really wanted to like her. She seemed immature, complex, intense but deeply caring. I felt like there was a lot of room for character growth. As I read on, I began to dislike her more and more. Throughout the series, her immaturity never seems to wane. Her thoughts sound like that of a child, they are very self serving and arrogant. The reader slowly starts to learn that all her ""heroic"" actions throughout the trilogy are about making herself look good, or being able to live with herself. She also definitely has trust issues, no matter how much the lead male character confesses his love to her, puts his life on the life for her or even offers to die in her place, she is still so skeptical about his love for her....REALLY? What more does this poor guy need to do??<br/><br/>As for the love triangle in this book between Katniss, Gale and Peeta, it seems forced. I feel like the books could have stood on its own without it. The fact that Katniss and Peeta were thrown into an arena to kill each other was complicated enough. Gale's presence was fine, if the author had kept him as a ""big brother"" figure throughout the book which he played perfectly. Gale's character was not developed enough for the readers to really be rooting for him seeing as readers were so engrossed in what Katniss and Peeta were going through together.<br/><br/>Aside from the lack of character growth of Katniss, some characters were actually very likable. Prim, an innocent little sister who has a natural talent for healing people like her mother. It is only around Prim that Katniss remotely begins to resemble a real human being with real human feelings. Prim is selfless and very mature for her age, too bad the author had to kill her off for no good purpose. Then there is Rue, a little girl that Katniss meets in the arena who like Prim, is also intelligent,selfless, caring and innocent...guess what she gets killed too. So then there's Finnick who develops as a character beautifully. This apparently shallow, crude man turns out to be caring, deep, troubled and hopelessly in love with a mad girl. Hate to admit it, but at one point, I almost wished the story was told from their point of view because their love story was so beautiful and inspiring...buuuuttt you guessed, the author killed him off with no good purpose or contribution to the story line.<br/><br/>Then there is Peeta, what a great character, you cant help but like the guy and feel bad for him at the same time. It is hard not to feel bad for this poor guy who has fallen in love with the heroine with no feelings for others, and barely any redeeming qualities. Peeta's character and strength doesnt waiver from beginning to end and I think that is why he is so likable. He is pure, caring, selfless, humane and an advocate for everybody. He genuinely seems to care for all people. Peeta never becomes afraid or selfish in the face of death and shows an unbelievable amount of maturity and wisdom for being his age. His only weakness as a character? His constant, illogical submissiveness to Katniss.<br/><br/>I wish sooooo much that there could be another book, not a sequel to this trilogy but a book that runs concurrently with this trilogy, only narrated by Peeta. I m not sure if this has ever happened or if it would be an unprecedented event but I feel like that is what this trilogy needs. Peeta's emotional stability, complex yet humane character could give readers almost a completely different view on the whole event. If we could follow Peeta through the events that took place, through growing up, entering the games, winning them, going through the quarter quells, being taken hostage by the capitol, being brainwashed, rescued and finally being able to settle down with Katniss, I feel that readers would not only be able to appreciate Katniss and the entire situation more, but it would offer a more complete, less dark story and ending. There needs to be much more that happened and happens for the story to just end like that and hearing Peeta's side of it, would give readers a chance to just feel more complete.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BARX88RQ2IG3?ASIN=0439023521	I get the hype...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've heard about The Hunger Games over the last few years and resisted reading it for two reasons.  First, I hate depressing books.  I mean, they depress me for days, so generally I avoid this.  (This is the reason I'm not in my mother's book club.lol) Given the premise of the book I couldn't see ho it could be anything but totally depressing.  Second,  I was sure it could not live up to the hype.  So many people were waiting anxiously for the third book and talking about how good it was, I was sure that would be sorely disappointed when I finally setteled down to ready. I finally decided to read it because of the movie release.  Wanting to see the movie but knowing films never do complete justice to the written word, I decided I had to read it first.<br/><br/>Thankfully, all of my resons for resistance were completely wrong.  This book lived of to the hype, and then some.  While there were moments that almost had me in tears, the story was so fast paced that you as a reader couldn't wallow but had to keep up with Katniss.<br/><br/>The character development is amazing. Katniss was such a complex character, but you as a reader never have a hard time reconciling her complexity. To me that is the work of a wonderful author.  Katniss is smart, resourceful, caring, pragmatic,hopeful and practical. She manages as a survivor not to worry about things down the road, but focuses on the moment, while keeping the bigger picture in mind.  And all of the characters surrounding Katniss help to give us the full picture of the girl. In fact, all of the characters in this book are multi-dimensional.<br/><br/>Ms. Collins has created a 3-D futuristic world that any reader would love to dive into.  I can only hope that the movie does a good job of recreating it.<br/><br/>Stats:<br/>Ebook pages: 267<br/>Genre: YA, Action Adventure<br/>Re-Readability (1=Low;5=High): 5</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1A51YINCPN3BB?ASIN=0439023521	Search for win/win amid state's zero-sum game-making	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I started The Hunger Games in the evening. Eight hours later, I finally summoned one small spark of the courage of its heroine and stopped with a quarter of the book left! As soon as I awoke a few hours later, I checked the condition of my burns and cuts and was surprised to find that they had healed. No, that wasn't it; those things had only happened to characters in a book.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games film-release buzz intrigued me enough to dive into the book before visiting the theater. I had previously only heard superficial mentions of a dark, brutal story and did not become interested until some of the advance film reviews suggested that the story might actually convey significant and thoughtful content in an action package. It does.<br/><br/>This is a fresh addition to the list of classic dystopian dramatic critiques of the state that work by showing what the state does to society and human beings in a magnified, allegorical form. The author's choice of a close first-person voice and sympathetic main character transform the central state's artificial battle game show into a very human landscape in the context of a post-apocalyptic North America. The nature of zero-sum game-making is revealed through a specific set of living eyes.<br/><br/>Katniss has been a part-time hunter and gatherer from early childhood. In a starving coal district, she became the sole provider for her unstable mother and younger sister after her father's death in a mine explosion. She supports her family by recalling her father's lessons and becoming an illegal hunter in the forest outside the dilapidated District-12 security fence. Officials avoid arresting or shooting her or Gale, her hunting partner, because the officials themselves enjoy buying wild game, vegetables, berries, and herbal products from them.<br/><br/>Katniss and Gale find a small frontier of liberty in the forest outside the state's fence and a thriving black market inside it. Outside the fence is also the only place they can speak their true thoughts about their district's poverty and the injustice of the center's rule. The relative ease of honesty and authenticity in private and the necessity of being fake and false under surveillance is a recurring theme.<br/><br/>She inevitably ends up in the games. Why do players in the Hunger Games not just join together and refuse to fight? The state's experienced ""Game Makers"" have carefully considered and adjusted for this over the years. For example, they build into the vast land reserve selected as each year's ""arena"" certain prepared unnatural disasters they can trigger if things get too boring for the viewing audience. Players are also uncertain just how much of the arena environment is really natural. What they do know is that too long a stalemate or too much productive cooperation will lead the Game Makers to cause elements of this environment to start injuring or killing players, ruling out long-term survival for more than one.<br/>Suzanne Collins<br/><br/>I found in this a telling allegory. The state's Game Makers are working not to solve the zero-sum dilemma of game theory, but to make sure that win/win cooperation is sufficiently forbidden that a zero-sum game remains the only option. The game is carefully rigged to stifle natural human cooperation and maintain artificial conflict. Thus, the people, both in the game and in their home districts, are left with less time, energy, or opportunity to turn their attention to standing side-by-side and perceiving their true common enemies -- those who set them up to play their life roles under constructed zero-sum terms.<br/><br/>This book succeeds stunningly in its dramatic structure, brevity, and execution. Perhaps the ""young adult"" rubric has even aided in omitting the unnecessary and focusing squarely on story. As it turns out, though, these are the hallmarks of any good book and here we find a level of content, theme, and execution that should by no means be considered suitable only for a teen audience. To be precise, I think the book is easily interesting enough for adults, even those with only slight sci-fi leanings, though unsuitable for younger children who lack the tools needed for healthy digestion of such complex and intense material.<br/><br/>Futuristic technical and biotech science-fiction elements, including a range of bioweapon species called ""muttations"" still living decades after their use in the war, are generally believably rendered and add texture without upstaging human drama. The socio-political situation presented is on the simplistic side, but seems sufficient to do its core job of supporting the story. Besides, we are only seeing first-person through the young character's eyes based on her limited information about the wider world she inhabits. This makes the amount of socio-political detail that readers see realistic from her viewpoint.<br/><br/>This story encourages questioning and acts of humanity even in the face of the zero-sum games the state tries to limit us to on various kinds of battlefields, both metaphorical and real. Few more important core messages can be smuggled to young people -- or anyone else. This book can encourage us to look beyond artificial win/lose and lose/lose games and create cooperative win/win person-to-person relationships that reestablish islands of truth and rightness within whatever enclaves we might manage to construct against dystopian backdrops.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3V57LMFE26ZA8?ASIN=0439023521	fufilling book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had recognized Collins from a previous series, ""Gregor the Overlander,"" and was frankly expecting more of the same. Well, nah, that impression was banished when I read the book. She had improved, streamlining her writing and nuancing her 'teenager' archetype to a more believable... teenager. She kept the themes of stress and protection in times of war, but rearranged it to a somehow more fantastic but less cartoony portrayal of a dystopian world.<br/><br/>I don't think Hunger Games is a social commentary, or focused on violence. It's a story about revolution. Interestingly, it does not tell you what to think about this. The writing is called 'compelling' because it rockets you through the book, easy to read but not really that impressive prose-wise. Keeping nicely within the confines of the rough character Katniss, you discover the world of Panem and it's glamorous, cruel Capitol from a biased viewpoint that seems authentic even if it's sometimes annoying.<br/><br/>Katniss, as a character, is cynical. Katniss will do whatever it takes to survive, even if it means pandering to the Capitol's wishes. If she fails, or protests, she will die, her family will die, her entire district will suffer in her place. Panem is a totalitarian trap. Good enough premise.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games narrative style makes no effort to explain itself and bluntly moves on without reflection. It was nice to have the author not spelling out the morals of her story, and it allowed me free reign to picture every scenario and build my curiosity of the world as opposed to, having the author shove his/her ideological lessons down my throat.<br/><br/>The subplot of romance between Peeta and Katniss is awkwardly and painfully executed, though I can see the idea she was trying to execute. She pulls through on pure plot desperation and guts alone to be honest. Luckily, romance is subplot and subplot only.<br/><br/>The buildup and execution of the Revolution is one of the most efficient I've ever seen in a book series. The buildup is slow enough to not seem convenient, it takes on an ambitious project of showing (not telling) what it takes to start and end a war, and that includes nixing some happy endings.<br/><br/>Hunger Games is a pretty neat story with cool characters and decent writing. It is very compelling! What's not to like?<br/><br/>Well, actually, the prose wasn't all that engaging, but it was a mature, developed style though simplistic. I also have issues with how some Arena rules aren't really explored or how Katniss doesn't have to face the dilemma of killing Rue, for example. But besides that, I mean, it's way better than the usual fare and completely immersed me in her world. The book set out what it wanted to do, and I'm not going to nitpick about pandering to my interests.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20O8CVMCBL2E5?ASIN=0439023521	Brutal, Unadulterated Look at a Dystopian Future	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The premise of The Hunger Games is not entirely original.  It's evocative of The Lottery, The Running Man, and our nation's lifelong identification with Rome.  It's a well worn premise, but one that is well worn because it can be so very effective.  And in Collins's hands it is just that.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games takes place in a dystopian future in Panem, a country consisting of a metropolitan Capitol and twelve outlying districts in what used to be the U.S.  In retribution for a previous rebellion, once a year one boy and girl between the ages of 12-18 from each district is selected by lottery to compete in a televised, possibly weeks-long battle to the death while the nation is forced to watch.  District 12, coal mining country, is the poorest of the districts and has historically performed poorly in the games (I can't help but think of the Battle of King's Mountain and the Battle of Matewan, but I guess they don't cover those in Panem history).<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is never preachy.  Collins paints us a picture of life in Panem and the Games and leaves us to draw our own conclusions.  It's a welcome respect for the reader; we shouldn't need to be told anymore than we are to recognize the brutality and cruelty of the Capitol; the psychological torture of the Games, not just on the participants but on the residents of each District; and the prurient voyeurism of the Games.  Collins slowly peels back the layers on Katniss's world as the story progresses, each time showing another ugly side to it and exposing another lie.<br/><br/>Collins accomplishes the difficult task of making Katniss feel like a real teenager without turning her into a whiny brat or something akin to a personality-less, bland, pair of pants we can comfortably slip into.  The romance angle of the book works not because it examines rich, fully realized adult love, but because it does not.  Rather, it examines the awkward, half-formed adolescent version of love.  Which is probably harder to pull off than the former, but I think Collins pulls it off quite well; especially considering it's a subject in which I have no particular interest.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is written entirely in the first person.  I found it a bit off-putting at first, and there is little you can do with first person you can't do with a single POV third person limited.  But it works.  In particular, the first person makes Katniss telling us the nuts and bolts of the games in a very clinical fashion less boring than terrifying.  Katniss doesn't think about the broader implications of the society she lives in anymore than any other teenager would, allowing the reader to connect the lines himself.  It does have the disadvantage that we don't see what is happening back in District 12 or outside the arena in general (which I understand the movie remedies).<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is marketed as a YA book, and it is an extremely quick and easy read, but it is also an example of speculative fiction at its best, delving into the recesses of human nature.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9KN8IBEF0C7L?ASIN=0439023521	A Post-Modern Female Theseus	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Told from the perspective of the main character, Katniss, THE HUNGER GAMES takes place in a future where the United States as we know it no longer exists. The book never explains exactly what happened, but years earlier there was some sort of economic collapse and global catastrophe. In the aftermath, what was once the continent of North America is now a country called Panem. In what is explained in THE HUNGER GAMES, Panem was controlled by a massive Capitol City that ruled over thirteen separate districts. The disparity between the Capitol and the Districts was so great that the Districts rebelled. As a result of the civil war that followed, District Thirteen was destroyed. Each year from that point forward, a male and female child between the ages of 12-18 is selected by lottery to take part in The Hunger Games, a massive event where the participants were forced to fight to the death until only one person remains.<br/>When her younger sister, Prim, is selected as the tribute for District Twelve, Katniss volunteers to take her place. She is joined by Peeta Mellark, the son of the local baker. The two soon become almost inseparable and become two of the stars of one of the most unusual Hunger Games ever.<br/><br/>I really enjoyed THE HUNGER GAMES. The book has echoes of the Greek myths of Theseus and the Labyrinth, but it also reminded me of Stephen King's THE LONG WALK. However, despite these influences, THE HUNGER GAMES is a new and exciting work. It's over three-hundred pages long, but is an incredibly quick read. It's a page-turner that is difficult to put down. It's a book full of relevant themes for our times, but deals with these issues in ways that young adults can comprehend and understand.  Also, the story has a little something for everyone: it's not just an action story, it's not just a romance, it's not just a dramatic piece of literature. It contains elements of all those things. Lastly, it features a female heroine who truly is someone girls can look up to. There aren't very many great pieces of fiction that feature such a strong, moral, upstanding, and courageous young woman as the protagonist.<br/><br/>Overall, THE HUNGER GAMES is an exciting story with elements of several different genres. It features a strong female as the protagonist. Though the book ends on a note of conflict, it sets things up for future volumes.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQ1O6TWBBLWUS?ASIN=0439023521	Great Dystopian!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games gives us a very interesting glimpse into another world that could one day become our own. It is a dystopian Young Adult novel written in first person. Katniss, our heroine and narrator, dreads the Reaping every year. Living in the Seam all her life, she knows what hunger is and how horrible it can be to go without food. She breaks the rules though and hunts outside of the fence with her friend Gale. Both Kantiss and Gale have more than the required entry put into the Reaping every year because they need to get the food that extra entries give them. Their families depend on them to do so.<br/><br/>This is the first Reaping that Katniss' younger sister, Prim, has to take a part in. At the age of twelve you get one entry into the Reaping to be chosen for the Hunger Games. There are twelve districts on Panem that take part in these games, each has two tributes- a male and female. When you turn twelve it is the first year that you have a mandatory entry into the Reaping, but you can also opt for extra entries for grain and oil to last you for the year.<br/><br/>The worst thing in the world happens though at this year's Reaping ceremony. Prim has been chosen randomly out of the thousands of entries. Katniss obviously does not want this at all, so she volunteers herself and pushes Prim out of the way. Our other tribute, Peeta, has been chosen as well. And here we start the journey into the Hunger Games itself...<br/><br/>I really enjoyed this book. I didn't think I was going to enjoy it as much as I did. Dystopian novels are really becoming very popular, and because of that a lot of ideas are not as original. Although, don't get me wrong here, I love a good dystopian novel. Thankfully The Hunger Games was one, it kept me on the edge of my seat the whole time! I was more than sucked into this book, and did not want to put it down for one second!<br/><br/>The idea of taking two children from twelve different districts and pitting them against each other to the death was disturbing, but oddly fascinating at the same time. Collins does a great job at letting us look into the life of Katniss and we really get to figure out what she's all about. She is a very honorable and strong heroine, which I appreciate. I love strong women in my books, and it just makes this read even better!<br/><br/>There were many characters in this book that I fell in love with. I love Katniss for one, mostly because she's bad-ass. I also really loved Rue, she was so small and faerie like! Out of the boy tributes I really did enjoy Peeta, even though he was clueless with quite a few things.<br/><br/>Collins paints a very vivid environment that the tributes have to survive in. The animals that were made by the government in this book are very imaginative but also realistic. The mockingjay for instance, I could totally see that. Take a bird that sings really well, and mutate it so that it picks up on human words and songs. There you go, you have your very own spy!<br/><br/>Overall this book was very interesting, and I loved it! I can't wait to see the movie, and I also can't wait for my copy of Catching Fire to show up so I can continue the trilogy!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OIZJU7AZL8PL?ASIN=0439023521	This book is on fire!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games was an easy book to get into, despite feeling a little bit disoriented, trying to figure out what ""harvest day"" meant and such, but there wasn't a bit of boringness to be had. Katniss Everdeen is a complex character that I was never able to totally love, but she enthralled me and made me listen to her story. Haymitch says it best when he tells Katniss she has the ""appeal of a slug."" Still, despite obviously not being a charismatic character, there is something about Katniss that draws the reader in and gets them stuck in this world of Panem. I assume anyone brought up in such circumstances would make you want to take a few steps backwards when meeting them. One character that I genuinely  loved was Haymitch Abernathy. I absolutely adored his snarky commentary and the comical scenes he's in. I also liked a few of Gale's lines in the beginning, though I can't say I totally fell for him as so many others did.<br/><br/>Also, I totally loved the ending of the book. Perfect.<br/><br/>One final note on the what I loved section. Those of you who have read most of my reviews may have caught onto a certain masochistic tendency to my reading tastes. I love books that infuriate me. I love books that jerk my emotions from one extreme to another. The Hunger Games is no exception to this rule. Shortly after I found out just what the Hunger Games are, and definitely as I read The Hunger Games, I was totally consumed by a hate for the government of Panem. I could barely breathe through my teeth that any society-fictional or not- would do such a thing to it's citizens. And while it doesn't effect me personally in the United States, the truth is that, while not to the same extent as the Hunger Games takes it, children's lives are sacrificed all the time in other countries without a thought. This thought ate at me. And, by some weird twist of brain chemistry, caused me to have to read the rest of the series.<br/><br/>Despite the characters being at a distance to me, this book is still phenomenal. And again, I think that when you look at the world in which The Hunger Games takes place, it's completely understanding why the characters would seem so distant. I can't quite explain why this is, but The Hunger Games is definitely in my ""top favorite books"" list. The story itself is completely consuming, especially after the Hunger Games have started. If you are one of the few who have yet to read The Hunger Games, I highly advise getting ahold of it and reading Katniss's story for yourself</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QMEACPHEYZSN?ASIN=0439023521	Wow, what an adventure!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">No doubt about it, the book is dark with a disturbing premise. The story is a compelling, must-keep-page-turning narration of a girl in a brutal society forced into their equivalent of the Coliseum spectacles of ancient Rome. The themes in The Hunger Games may be emotionally overwhelming for younger children to process, I would not recommend it for any child under 13.<br/><br/>The story is told from the perspective of the female protagonist, Katniss Everdeen. Strong, emotionally numb, resourceful, clumsy with relationships, protective, intelligent and undereducated - a fascinating mix of broken girl and heroine. Rich and compelling, I particularly enjoyed that Collins never broke out into eloquent descriptive prose because the person telling us the story was not a degree-holding English major - she was a serf from district 12 trying to survive. Before the reaping she dreams of living outside of the Capitol's influence, afterwards she dreams of just not looking pathetic when she is killed in the games.<br/><br/>Superbly written with something for everyone: action; love story; despair; sorrow; joy; resignation and triumph - it's an emotional roller-coaster that cruelly leaves you hanging at the end (not to worry, the sequel is right here!).<br/><br/>The most disturbing aspect of the story was the manifest injustice of Panem society. Strongly resembling that of ancient Sparta, the Panem Capitol, a less populous but technologically superior district, defeated all other districts and put them into a condition of semi-slavery similar to how the Spartans defeated the more populous Messenians and instituted Helotism. The Capitol keeps order by disarming the districts and treating law breakers or any hint of rebellion with beatings and executions just as the Spartans did to the Helots. It's painful at times to read the book and imagine living as Katniss does in such a society, yet we know these societies have existed before for centuries at a time.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R311U8R6X06CPT?ASIN=0439023521	Great book with a purpose	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is a book about the effect of war on kids. The reviewers who did not like this book, really could not relate to the plot or the main character, Katniss.  The plot is brutal and the character is at times very mature, and at other times, selfish and childish.  The negative reviews touched on the stories implausible points, such as 1. the games themselves and how ""parents would not stand for it."" 2. the main characters only slight reaction to killings she instigates, and 3. the main character's being unlikable, distant and selfish.<br/><br/>  Katniss disconnects her emotions early, when she must be a parent to her parent. When she must avert starvation for her family.  That early abuse leads to her doing everything she can for survival, including a disconnect of her conscience as she must kill or be killed.  It also leads to her disfunctional romantic relationships, as well as her erratic behavior. She is survival itself. She is constantly confused as to if she is a child or an adult, the line blurs. I believe the author does not want you to like her, but understand the terrible, irreversible effects of war on children. How it removes their childhood and makes them into emotionless, disconnected individuals.<br/><br/>Katniss's childhood is taken away, she buries her feelings deep down, and is basically very very screwed up.  It is the authors' intent to show that terrible effect war has: robbing Katniss of her childhood, family, emotions, identity and choices. If she reacts to each killing, she must connect them to her emotions and risk completely going mad.  There is only so much a child's brain can take. She regresses occasionally, only because she did not fully experience her childhood.<br/><br/>As for the ""parents not standing for the games,"" I believe they would if controlled by fear. History is full of genocides and terrible atrocities where people turned a blind eye.  Fear is a powerful motive.<br/>This is a well written fantasy.  It has a purpose of showing the terrible effects of how fear controls and how war destroys all people. Young adult fiction, but I enjoyed these books. Recommended.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R167W3CQ4QWK07?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">SEMI-SPOILERS CONTAINED HEREIN! YOU HAVE BEEN WARNED!!!<br/><br/>This is the story of Katniss Everdeen. She lives in a new world called Panem that was created from the ashes of the former continent of North America. Due to a rebellion that once happened in Panem, the country's government has decided to punish the people by forcing the 12 remaining districts to offer up ""tribute"" one male and female between the ages of 12 and 18 for the annual ""Hunger Games"" which is an arena battle to the death. The boy tribute from District 12 is Peeta Mellark.<br/><br/>At the very beginning of the story, Katniss was not supposed to be tribute. Her sister, who is in the drawing for the first time, with only one slip in there gets picked. Katniss, who cannot bear to see her sister go, volunteers as tribute. The rest of the story follows the journey to the Hunger Games, and the Hunger Games themselves.<br/><br/>A romance seems to begin to blossom between Peeta and Katniss, and the Gamemakers even announce that a new rule was introduced, and that if the male and female pair from any give district is still in the games, they will both be able to be crowned Victors. At the end however, the Gamemakers renounce this rule, hoping for a massively amazing ending. Katniss comes up with a plan to thwart them however, and therefore she and Peeta are both named Victor.<br/><br/>Now there is massive danger for Katniss and Peeta since the government is not happy with this fit of rebellion. Katniss is going to have to start watching her every move and thought and word in hopes that she does not provoke the government into taking action against her. This is where book one leaves off, and I almost screamed in frustration. I will not be able to get book two for a little while, and I'm itching to read it.<br/><br/>All in all this book is amazing. It was super hard to put down, and I hung on to every word. It's packed with action, and a little bit of romance, and it's just an all around amazing book. I think that everyone needs to read this book at least once in their lives, and it will in truth teach you a little bit about yourself that you may have not known.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ASRQARCDKDB6?ASIN=0439023521	So Addictive that I couldn't get enough	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I read the book summary, I wasn't sure if this book was really for me. It sounded a bit too science fiction for my normal tastes. I decided to give it a try anyway and was completely blown away. I couldn't put it down, and when I absolutely had to stop reading (life does intrude on precious reading time) I couldn't stop thinking about my new character friends. I was completely drawn into this new world created and couldn't wait to get back to it. I devoured it in no time, and immediatly started to second.<br/>Katniss is a real heroine, and her struggle draws you in completely as you take every step with her and fight to keep her alive in the games. I found myself shouting out loud at the characters as events turned and the suspense heightened. I flew through the pages and felt an adrenaline rush through all the twists and turns of every challenge that Katniss endured. I cheered with every victory and was nearly in tears with every loss. (My Husband was very puzzled and thought I had lost my mind).<br/>I was completely sucked into a world where 12 districts most on the brink of starvation, were forced to sacrifice their children year after year for the entertainment of the capital. Like fights between the gladiators in ancient Rome, 24 contestants all under than age of 18 and forced to fight to the death until only one tribute remains. The viewers from the capital watch anxiously awaiting each bloodbath relishing in the violence of each kill, completely desensitized to the fact that these are real children dying. Most of these kids have never weilded a weapon, and instead have spent their entire lives working to provide foods and goods for the capital. And now they have to fight for survival all with the hope that if they indeed win, the will be able to provide food for their starving district for a year. Katniss is not your normal damsel in distress just waiting for the hot boy to fall in love with her then come save her. She is strong and talented and actually does much of the saving herself. She is opinionated, and stands up for herself in a world where such definace is completely forbidden. She is the kind of character you love and want to relate to. You want her to succeed, although it is obvious that her chances of that are impossible.<br/>This book combines love, heartbreak, action, suspense, and surprises around every page. It is a story unlike any other out there. It turned all of my preconcieved notions about YA books completely upside down. I was addicted from the very beginning, and my addiction did not stop until I had finished the trilogy!  Absolutely amazing.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2I20C34EU4WCP?ASIN=0439023521	Hauntingly Insightful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's not often that a writer of fiction can so accurately measure the pulse of the human condition. Suzanne Collins has brilliantly done just that in  ""The Hunger Games"".<br/>What is it about the human condition that draws us to live vicariously through the exploits of others? To live as spectators instead of participants? Why do we shrink into the shadows, afraid of standing out yet celebrate and at the same time despise those who do stand out - who take the hero's journey? Do we recognize our own fear; our own hypocrisy? We find ourselves wanting; hungry for fulfillment. Not just of the belly but more of the spirit and the soul.<br/>Some who suffer discover that alongside depravity and ignorance lies beauty and light. With this discovery is the yearning to be free - not so much from our outer circumstances but more from our inner prison. The hero's journey is the discovery of what it means to be real.<br/>The soulless ones (as represented by those in The Capital) hunger the most for fulfillment and meaning. Their answer is to set themselves up as gods; separate and special from the rest. Lacking an internal compass, they seek to manipulate and control others. Their illusion of power and control mask their fear of those who are truly free. Theirs is an artificial existence covered over with makeup and trendy styles. Their precarious position depends on others living in fear. So they erect their electrified fences, track our movements with their cameras and monitor our conversations. They sacrifice our children to their wars and employ enforcers to keep the mob under control. Still, some do break the rules and escape into the wilderness and discover there is a different reality. There are times, in order to be true to one's self, we must take a stand. We break through the artificial restraints and discover there are things worth living for. ...and dying for. Until we find fulfillment we hunger. We play games.<br/>Read the book. You will not be disappointed. You will hunger for more.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIKJPPLFH0KPN?ASIN=0439023521	Great Dystopian Novel	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I feel like I'm probably the last person in the world to read The Hunger Games. I have to admit that I just wasn't interested in it by seeing the cover. I know that's shallow, but to me it looked like a ""man book"". Not that the cover wasn't a good cover, there was just nothing feminine about it. I'm sure I don't even have to go over the premise with you all. If you haven't read it, then you've probably at least heard all about it. I've seen other book bloggers talk about this book for what seems like ages now, so my interest slowly raised. When I saw everything about the movie opening up this month, I decided that I ought to give it a try - and I'm glad I did.<br/><br/>It was a wonderfully written book filled with lots of descriptions of the time period. I did, however, think that the book had a lot of slow parts - especially toward the beginning. That's the main reason I'm giving this a 4 instead of a 5. This dystopian book had a great premise, but I'm not exactly sure why the government was the way that it was. Maybe I will find out more about that in the other books.<br/><br/>The characterization in this book is great. You get to start feeling attached to so many of the characters. Katniss is a courageous girl who makes an awesome heroine. There are two great guys who have the potential to be a love interest. I really came to like Peeta, but I'd really like to see Katniss with Gale. Though, to be honest, my moms' name is Gale so that does weird me out a little bit. Speaking of names, almost all the names in this book are unusual.<br/><br/>This is not a fluffy, easy-reading type of book. These are very emotional times for these characters. The horrors they go through are unimaginable. It definitely makes you grateful for the things that you do have.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWXX4SNID3JBR?ASIN=0439023521	Better than expected	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The thing I didn't like about The Hunger Games is I don't own the next book.  : (<br/><br/>There are some spoilers in the review below so read at your own risk.<br/><br/>I expected to like this book, as I tend to enjoy the genre, but I was surprised by how caught up I was in the book and the characters, it was actually a page turner, unlike a lot of things I have read lately.<br/><br/>I loved the book. The author kept such a good pace, which can be hard with a book that has so many small and HUGE moments.  The characters were believably likeable and dislikeable.  And just as if this book was written by Joss Whedon himself, my favorite character died. Though I guess you should never fall for a character that is a contestant in the hunger games.<br/>For a plot that is not original in the least, the author does a great job of keeping it fresh and making parts of it her own.  She does a great job describing the surroundings and the world the story takes place in but at the same time doesn't bog you down with imagery.<br/>I love the characters she created, even the ones I didn't like.  Peeta is a great guy without being perfect. Katniss is wonderfully skilled and caring but has major emotional issues.  Prim seems helpless at first but when you hear about the way she can heal and stand by people when they look, and smell, the worst, it gave me a whole new way of looking at her.<br/><br/>Rue's death ripped me in two. I mean I saw it coming: 1) It is the Hunger Games, people go there to die, 2) Katniss was getting too comfortable with having Rue around, and 3) Kat needed a catalyst to really get her head in the games.  I loved and ached that Rue screams out to Kat and she responds and kills the career without a hesitation, and that later you can tell she is still human  because she feels bad that she killed someone.<br/><br/>On that note, I am glad that Kat kills someone (besides just with the tracker jackers), it would have been unbelievable that she would have made it through the whole game without it. I felt it was more real.<br/><br/>The fear I have for Kat and Peeta now with the Capitol closely watching them is great.  I actually worry for them, which considering they are fictional...Go you Suzanne Collins, go you.<br/><br/>In short, good writing, fabulous pace, and wonderfully flushed out and believable characters (even the side ones) makes me no longer wonder how this book series took off. I book worth talking about.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCW351J40MN5W?ASIN=0439023521	there are so many reviews for this I doubt anyone will read this.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hey I'm reviewing that book that everyone has already read.  It's the number one book on Amazon right now and it's sure to stay there until Ronos Part I: Catalyst comes out later this year. I bet you're dying to know what I think about The Hunger Games.  Since everyone has already read this there are going to be some major SPOILERS throughout this review.<br/><br/>There were things about it that I liked and there were things about it that I didn't like (Duh!).  If you don't know me then I should tell you that I'm very critical of things that a ton of people like.  I hold those books/movies/TV shows to a higher standard than others.  As a result it often seems like I hate the things that everyone else loves.<br/><br/>I didn't love The Hunger Games.  Please don't judge me.  Does it help if I tell you that I didn't hate it either?<br/><br/>There were a lot of good things about it.  I love the setting of the world.  The country being set up into districts and being run by the capital was cool for me and I was a little jealous of the authors ingenuity.  By having the POV character not knowledgable about the other districts meant she didn't have to have pages and pages about exposition about what the major industries and cultures of the districts were.  Also, if she needed to change anything for the sake of the story she could just pretend like the protagonist was misinformed about what she knew.  It's a good writing strategy.<br/><br/>We got to know a lot about district 12 and very little about any of the others.  That left a lot of mystery and intrigue to the world of the story.  The setting alone was interesting enough to keep reading.<br/><br/>I think that along with the setting goes the sweet story setup for why the districts are the way they are.  The Capital runs everything everyone does to remind them about how all powerful the government is.  Just in case that isn't enough each district is also to send two kids to fight to the death in the annual Hunger Games.  Twenty-four teenagers and kids trying to kill each other; the last won standing wins. That's cool.  Sure to bring an appropriate amount of antagonism to the story.<br/><br/>The main character is Katniss Everdeen and she volunteers for The Hunger Games so that her little sister doesn't have to fight.  Katniss is a solid protagonist.  She does a lot of thinking.  Lots of the story beats take place in her head (which is why the movie is going to be lacking compared to the book) especially in the first book.  Most of the in her head stuff is about her relationship with Peeta (who has a terrible name).<br/><br/>Which leads to the weakest thing about this book and the entire trilogy.  Peeta and the love story is straight up annoying.  Suzanne Collins is a good writer.  She knows how to describe things in a unique way and there was never a moment where I thought she wasn't trying to do a good job, except for this cheezy love story.<br/><br/>Now I'm not one of those guys who is automatically opposed to any love story in everything.  I enjoy anything that is well written.  I'm saying that the love story feels so out of place with The Hunger Games story. I can see what they were going for.  They wanted someone in the games that was going to be very hard for Katniss to kill.  That's a good idea.  But the way they do it is no good.<br/><br/>And there is a reason I'm saying they instead of her, the author.  The way it reads it almost feels like she doesn't know how to write those drenched in love lines that Peeta constantly rolls out.  She is so good everywhere else in the book why does she falter when talking about how much Peeta is in love with Katniss.  Most of what he says feels like a cliché.  So I'm saying they because it reads like that was something the publisher told her to include in a rewrite because for some reason in every young adult fiction the lead girl has to make a choice between two guys who both love her more than any teenager has ever loved anyone.<br/><br/>The choice plot is now a cliché, not a convention.  Please stop boring me.<br/><br/>The choice plot makes me upset because it's used as the climax of the first book.  That made me so mad I decided I wouldn't read the other ones.  There was no way that's supposed to be the climax of book one.  I changed my mind a few months later and read the second one where I found the real climax for book one.  It's the conversation Katniss had with President Snow in case you are wondering and it needs to be included in the first movie if you want to do it right.<br/><br/>The games themselves were entertaining enough but they could have been better.  All the things I didn't like Collins improved for the second book.  I didn't like the supplies they needed dropping in exactly when they needed them.  It was kind of explained but not well enough.  It was a little Dues ex machina and was a lazy way to move the story forward.<br/><br/>The best stuff of the actual Hunger Games was between Katniss and Rue. It was sad when that ended because then I knew it would go back to that lame love story.<br/><br/>One last thing.  For a story about kids killing each other until there is only one left standing the climax in the arena was pretty anticlimactic.  I guess in the back of my mind I knew that there were two more books and that Katniss and Peeta had to survive.  There's nothing wrong with that but one of the principles of story telling is giving the audience what they want but not in the way they want.  There was never really a moment where I was excited about what was going to happen next.  It was always just Katniss and Peeta killing everyone else.  My interest spiked a little when it was down to just the two of them but it should have been spiking a lot higher for where I was in the book.<br/><br/>A lot of the things I didn't like about this book might sound kind of petty and most people don't care about them.  It's still a good enough book and I still think you should read it if you have nothing better to read.<br/><br/>By the way if you do have something better to read let me know what it is.  We got an Amazon gift card for our wedding and we love reading things that are awesome.  Put your suggestions in the comments.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SH1CCEAIEDYG?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome read, but not as gory as others make it out to be!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This review is based on The Trilogy of The Hunger Games.<br/>I decided to read ""The Hunger Games"" after realizing it was so popular that a movie was being released in a few weeks.  I've always preferred books over movies, and I know my husband would drag me to see the movie even before me having the opportunity tor read the book.  I love the Twilight series by Stephanie Meyer (absolutely every book and still crave more).  Young adult books usually don't interest me, but as I said I knew I couldn't resist knowing what I was going to get myself into.<br/>Book 1-<br/>I couldn't put it down from the first page.  I was absolutely taken with Katniss and Gale.  I knew it took place in the future and it would be a ""difficult to handle"" read.  Maybe I just have a strong stomach or don't find what occurred in the book that depressing.  While it did spawn some deep emotion, I felt that the characters all represented what they had to do to survive in that time period.  Some reviewers said they wouldn't allow their daughters to read it, as they didn't want their child emulating Katniss.  Katniss is in the future and has to fend for food in the wild, then play a game to kill other children.  I don't see that kind of game being required anytime soon.  Besides, aren't our children killing each other already? This is a work of fiction and should be taken as such.  It started out exciting, knowing that the games would soon begin. The elaborate costumes, the presentation of the tributes, and the parade down the streets of the Capitol.  Collins did an awesome job going through detail, but not so much so that I felt it dragged on and wanted a break.  I read this book in less than two days, and I was craving more.  It reminded me of Lord of the Flies, Romeo and Juliet, and Twilight all in one book.<br/><br/>Book 2-<br/>Obviously with the ending in Book 1, I couldn't help but want to continue reading on.  What I thought was about nothing but suspense and a little about love turned out to be nothing but about love.  A love between teenagers in the future, where it seems we go back in time to when it was considered acceptable to be in love at that age and know exactly what is wanted out of life.  I knew I was losing interest when I put the book down and started looking for something else to read.  I decided to finish the book, how bad could the ending be?  It was interesting, although at times I thought to myself why in the world am I subjecting myself to another love story about characters that in reality could never exist.<br/><br/>Book 3-<br/>The book drags on as there are uprisings in the districts.  Again we find the main character, Katniss in love with two boys. (sound familiar, Twilight fans?)  She has to decide to become a leader, decide whom she really needs and loves, and who she intends to spend the rest of her life with.  That's a  lot to take in for being only seventeen.  Again, the thought of Twilight pops back in my head and I think to myself... STOP.  Ok, I finish the story which has an okay and believable ending.<br/><br/>It wasn't a waste of my time.  Three days and The Trilogy was overwith.  I guess now I don't mind subjecting myself to the movie, even though I'm sure I'll be reminded of all my other favorite books thrown into one.<br/>I recommend this book to ages 16 and up.  Girls are impressionable, but need to realize that they have the rest of their life to decide what to do with it.<br/>Oh, I didn't cry. Even though I can be very emotional when it comes to literature.  It was all a means of survival and love.  No where near what other other reviewers said about blood and gore.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWNRIRHEVCNLZ?ASIN=0439023521	Review to other reviews (mainly http://www.amazon.com/review/R3CEGRKX93EP2G/ref=cm_cr_pr_viewpnt#R3CEGRKX93EP2G) and about books	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">First i will address other reviews the books talks about  in the first one how they are escorted by peacekeeper as if they are going to run or if family tries to intervene and remember the people running from the capital to district 13 got killed here had to be a spark of rebellion large enough and if you look at the world the most successful country is totalitarian (China) and fascism is something that has indenture being torn down time after time thus it is not an illogical story line plus it is build on her experiences as a child going to battle sites and one of the thing she took interest in Greek mythology the tributes sent to the labyrinth and they are children so teen can relate and feel empathy and the fact that she is self-centered look at your children and you will probably see the same thing trust me i am at that age unlike you i don't have the bias of perfect angels  we (including myself)look at a situations to see how we can get by without doing any work or how we can benefit we live as if everyone is a tool  thus the book is written as if Katniss was a typical teen and gale is her childhood friend she has a deep connection with him while Peeta she feel for but thought that it was all an act or at least at first that is what she thought but then she can't choose how would you pick the boy who saved your life twice or the one who is so much like you and you have known forever but i am now going to talk about my experience with the book the first chapter was hard for me but then i couldn't put it down and was ready to pull my out waiting for the next one<br/><br/>  p.s. i know that someone will take offense to thus but it is my honest option and i would love feed back besides the fact it is poorly written review i am to tired to care right now but after reading all the comments saying it is unrealistic and casting Kat in a negative light you aren't supposed to love her all the time even she hates herself most of the time but in the end she losses so much and she does develop as a human but not in the way you wanted she see the world as it is bitter and unforgiving if you want to give a comment on this but do not ant the world to see it email m,e at jbattiest@gmail.com with subject hunger games review</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R155K26ENZJB70?ASIN=0439023521	Powerful First Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">With all the hype surrounding the upcoming Hunger Games film; it was time to crack open the first book of the series and have a gander. To say that I had high expectations going into this book was certainly true, but casting that aside, and the fact that I avoided plot summaries (which I hope not to provide here) and spoilers, I wanted to go into this fresh, with no outward stimuli to influence my opinion. However, in my haste I recall an episode of the Library Police Podcast, hosted by Dietrich Stogner and Josh Mauthe where they dished about this series. Had I listened? Yes, but in all honesty, I could not recall a single word uttered on the episode. Feigning all other mental inventories of spoiling gremlins, I proceeded.<br/><br/>From the beginning of the book, we are introduced to the culture of Panem and it's overpowering government that rules with totality. The way it unfolds, through the first person narration of the protagonist, Katniss Everdeen, is unique, and often feels like it's fresh, not unexplored but just inexperienced. And really, Katniss is inexperienced in playing the Hunger Games, seeing as how you only play it once, and more often than not you die doing it. Katniss has the misfortune of being from District 12, which focuses on mining coal, and also hasn't won a Hunger Games in approximately 24years. That winner, Haymitch Abernathy, the mentor of Katniss and her fellow male tribute Peeta Mellark, is the towns most infamous citizen, aside from it's mayor, but is also the towns best drunk.<br/><br/>One of this book's strongest factors is the mythology it has built into itself. While it's not quite as detailed as say Harry Potter (it's also not as long a series either), it still puts on a clinic as to how to build a great world. Throughout the book, Katniss gives us a great explanation of how Panem is structured, why it's structured that way, the significance of the Hunger Games, all the little details before, during, and after the Games, and what makes certain districts distinct.<br/><br/>More stunning is this book's influences, and while it's hard to pin down exactly what this book is similar to, Battle Royale comes closest, but even that film deviates in ways from this sprawling epic. At the very beginning of the book, one can feel a touch of Shirley Jackson's short masterpiece ""The Lottery."" The Games recall to mind a story I remember reading in high school called ""The Worlds Most Dangerous Game""; in which the hunt for human flesh replaces the hunt for big game in the safari's of Africa. I also feel like there is a strong element of the reality TV show Survivor in this book. A more dangerous version of it for sure, but that influence comes through, especially with the way the games are televised. This final reference may seem out of place to some, but I feel it must be mentioned. There are elements of a beauty pageant present in this novel; there is an interview that all tributes must do, along with a talent portion displayed to the gamemakers, and image is definitely how you win crowds and sponsors over in this book.<br/><br/>Only being one book into this trilogy, I'm starving for more. Particularly, in the last few chapters, Collins does a great job building tension in such a way, not knowing what will come next. After all, the 74th annual games were very controversial, especially the outcome. These results will lead to an unpredictability going into the next two books, and from my perspective will hopefully live up to this strong first book.<br/><br/>Stray Observations<br/><br/>There are a couple of things I didn't like in this book: There are a few moments late in the book where Katniss ponders on winning the games and being rich, she distinctly says, long after she lost hearing in one of her ears that ""I'll pay someone to hear for me."" The attitude doesn't really fit her character and kind of had me scratching my head a couple of times.<br/><br/>Secondly, I wish we knew a little bit more about each district, even if it's just a tiny explanation.<br/><br/>Wish there was a map of Panem.<br/><br/>I like that the protagonist is a strong woman, and the only man she has in her life is a bit inadequate.<br/><br/>Rue Dying = Me Crying<br/><br/>There is this great undercurrent in the Games, whereas, yes it is entertainment, but is barbaric in nature. Panem is obviously a bit more advanced than the country we live in now, and they choose to have it's competitors play these games in a barbaric manner, with primitive weapons, surviving in the wilderness (arena).<br/><br/>The themes are very relatable to now; totalitarianism, poverty, starvation, technology, war.<br/><br/>The romance (if you want to call it that) is so well done here; in other words, take notes Meyer.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TK53FJCTZSKP?ASIN=0439023521	violent teen death - excellent. kidding!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book despite a few dissonances of plot development.  I stayed up late several nights in a row to finish it in a few days.  It is very exciting, and I teared up in spots.  I loved the Mutts, the tracker jackers, and especially the mockingjays.  Rue captured my heart. Maybe the Book Moguls have designated this as a YA entry, but I'd recommend it to all ages. Plus, omg, Capitol can control the weather!<br/><br/>Caesar, Flavius, Venia, Octavia, Cinna, Portia - Let me do a wild leap of logic and guess there is an ancient Roman Empire tie-in.  This also indicates: Capitol-Rome; Hunger Games-Gladiator Games; Punic War-Panem War.<br/><br/>Since I haven't read the rest of the trilogy yet, my quibbles might be premature. However, the Capitol is not Rome in that the technology is so advanced it is in the magic stage in comparison to the 12 Districts, which purposely have been bled dry of resources and enslaved.  This kind of technology requires scientists, doctors, technicians, biologists, system designers, major engineering and physicists.  Where are they? Where were their voices or characters? Perhaps the servants and the political sycophants are shallow and dimwitted, but that level of technology means huge brainpower and education underpin this society.<br/><br/>The regular citizens of Capitol are vapid, bored and looking for ever greater entertainment stimulation, not worried about actual effort or accomplishment of their own making.  The ancient Roman (and American) correlation is clear, but where is the leadership? The ancient Roman leaders were men of great personal stature, not only as educated as it was possible to be, but also men of tremendous military experience and wealth. They were ambitious and ever searching for new worlds to conquer.  Wealth was a secondary concern to advancing their family rank and class. Of course, this changed during the passage of time, and when the aristocrat class lost ambition, they turned to clothes, exotic entertainments, food and furniture, which was the beginning of their end. : )<br/><br/>The missing people of the political and technology spheres are the dissonance for me. There are none in this book.  If Capitol is living on the fumes of a previous functioning society, then indeed they are ripe for a revolutionary takeover. If these classes of people don't exist or they are simply more vapid and shallow aristocrats, then who is maintaining the tech? If the technology class exists, why aren't they pushing out to greater theaters of accomplishment, like space? If the political class wants power and wealth, and most do, why aren't they using the technology to invade the other continents, or at minimum doing trading and embassy work? This is why the story unhinges a bit for me and why I am such a fan of Frank Herbert.  The story proceeds from the young gladiators'viewpoint and their contact with Capitol is all about participating in a 'Reality' video entertainment, so maybe there is more to show later in regards to the other layers of Capitol.<br/><br/>It is still a good book to read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R225NKFBYAK00L?ASIN=0439023521	It will consume your thoughts	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Summarizing my thoughts on the Hunger Games is probably one of the most difficult things I've ever had to do, simply because I've never felt such an emotional connection to any piece of fiction before and I highly doubt my written review will be doing it justice.<br/><br/>North America has been completely eradicated and reborn as Panem, a bleak and twisted shadow of the nations it once comprised. Under the totalitarian regime of the Capitol, citizens are segregated into one of twelve districts, making equality and personal freedom a thing of the past. To further exude their absolute authority over the masses, the Capitol holds a spectacle of blood every year known as the Hunger Games. Every year, one boy and one girl between the ages of twelve to eighteen are picked randomly from each district to become tributes. They're then sent to the Capitol to be placed in a massive outdoor arena to fight to the death for the entertainment of all of Panem, and for the glory and benefit of the victor's district. For the denizens of District 12, poverty and the struggle for survival is their entire existence, no one understands this more than sixteen year old Katniss Everdeen. Ever since the tragic passing of her father, Katniss has tasked herself with the duty of supporting her mother and younger sister Prim. She does this by hunting on the forbidden grounds beyond District 12, and by trading her kills for other necessities. All of this changes when Prim is chosen against all odds to become a tribute for the Hunger Games. To save her sister, Katniss voluntarily becomes the tribute in her place. From there, she's whisked off to the Capitol alongside her fellow tribute and childhood acquaintance, Peeta. To survive the Hunger Games, it will take every ounce of skill, instinct, and intellect she can muster.<br/><br/>Suzanne Collins has a very distinct style that I've never quite seen realized before in fiction writing. Apart from her superb skill at world-building and strong characterization, it's her ability to emotionally connect the reader to the protagonist in the story. She understands how human beings naturally tend to sympathize with and form emotional attachments with people who are in a great deal of emotional trauma or physical pain. It's this intangible emotional bond with Katniss that Collins uses to effectively, and at times maliciously, pull you into her dreadful dystopia. I actually found reading the first few chapters of the Hunger Games to be difficult, not because it was bad god forbid, but because I found it to be emotionally disturbing. It's done so sadistically well that reading the Hunger Games becomes less of a desire and more of a necessity, you need to find out what happens next.<br/><br/>Of course this emotional connection wouldn't be possible if the protagonist wasn't likable, fortunately that couldn't be farther from the truth. Katniss as a whole essentially personifies every character trait that teen novelists almost always try to avoid. She isn't some frail flower who requires a man to define herself as an individual. Nor is she bogged down to the now very cliché snarky heroine persona that we've seen a thousand times before. Yet she still manages to have a delightfully subtle sense of humor to prevent the book from becoming completely morose in its tone. But her greatest trait that I admire is her indomitable spirit. Even when suffering through a series of physical and psychological horrors induced upon her by the Capitol, she never loses her fire.<br/><br/>Upon being dropped into the arena, the book drastically shifts in direction. No longer focusing on the contrived spectacle of the games and instead on the games itself. Gone are the pretty dresses, make-up, and gourmet dinners. It's a gritty, primal, and relentless struggle for survival. Collins really knows how to make a very fast paced narrative and it truly shows here. It also works in Collin's favor that Katniss isn't characterized as a cliche Hollywood bad-ass. We know she has the ingenuity, instincts, and skill-set to stand a chance at winning but she doesn't possess the mentality of a killer. This makes the notion of her becoming the victor not so far-fetched. But at the same time she always feel vulnerable thus adding precious tension and drawing us ever more into the urgent narrative that Collins so expertly weaves.<br/><br/>Most people will without a doubt compare this novel to other books with similar plots like The Running Man and Battle Royale. But I personally like to compare this book to George Orwell's 1984, a book that also imagined a futuristic totalitarian dystopia. He succeeded in fully realizing his horrific vision of the future, but in my opinion it fell short due to the completely flat characters and boring plot. Never once did I ever feel like a part of his world, nor did I cringe at the thought of Big Brother's gaze shadowing my every move. I was an observer, not an inhabitant and thus the shock-value that was intended was lessened in its affect. The Hunger Game's dystopian future is much more immersive due to the aforementioned emotional connection the reader shares with Katniss, something I feel 1984 could never hope to achieve. It makes the ludicrous premise of the actual Hunger Games much more believable, and thus more despicable.<br/><br/>There is also a romance sub-plot involving Katniss and Peeta. I had apprehension to this at first due to romances in teen novels portraying completely forced relationships between characters. Yet the Hunger Games not only avoids this pitfall, it actually manages to satire this stereotype in my eyes. In an interesting ploy, Peeta stages a romance with Katniss in the hopes of gaining the populace's favor in the Hunger Games. They've literally used the Capitol's regime of totalitarianism to deceive the masses and gain their favor. It's literally a contrived romance, yet at the same time this causes Katniss to ponder how much of it is truly deception, and if there's any sense of honesty to their relationship. But more importantly, if she can truly trust the boy who she is supposed to kill to survive. It's a very welcome change of pace from the typical love-struck schoolchildren succumbing to sheer sexual desire instead of a strong character-driven relationship. It's emotionally endearing unlike the typical cringe-worthy schlock written for the target teenage demographic.<br/><br/>This is the first book that I've ever read out of hundreds that will truly stay in your thoughts and pull on your conscience. It's the exceptionally paced narrative, believable world-building in conjunction with such wonderfully realized characters that'll invest you in Katniss's painful tale. Like I said at the beginning, I've never read any book in my life that upon completion has had such an emotional effect on me, and I'm sure my words aren't doing it justice. I'll just finish this by saying Suzanne Collins has created a book that has left me entranced long after I'd reached the final page. It will truly consume you.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XHY4GN36X1DH?ASIN=0439023521	It was amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow. I don't know the last time a book has made me cry. Hands down, this has been the best YA book I've read in a long time. My favorite character is Rue. I know a lot of people are going to like Katniss and Peeta, seeing as the story follows the District 12 representatives, but Rue just caught my attention. She's the youngest of the tributes, barely 12 years old, but one of the brightest personalities in the entire book.<br/><br/>The story is set in a time after North America - both its civilization and much of its territory - has collapsed. The Capital has taken over and separates the people into districts, with each one focusing on a different trade or skill. To stop any possible thoughts of rebellion, the Capital stages the Hunger Games every year. Each district is to send two tributes - one girl, and one boy, both between the ages of 12 to 18 - to fight to the death against all the other tributes. One person out of the 24 will survive. Whichever tribute survives will bring glory to their district, along with food and money that is desperately needed.<br/><br/>The book follows Katniss Everdeen, from District 12, who volunteered to keep her younger sister Prim from being sent to the Hunger Games. Through her, we get a good look at what the Hunger Games actually mean for the Districts and the tributes. Alliances are formed in the Games but ultimately end because of backstabbing and survival. But it goes further than that. Through the Games, we get to see the absolute callousness the Capital has for these children's lives. While they are fighting for their life, the Capital citizens are betting on who is going to win, while sending small gifts to help their favorites.<br/><br/>The characterization, plot, story, everything was executed amazingly. You get drawn into the story and react to each character, each situation, even if it's just because you want to reach into the book and shake Katniss until she sees what is right in front of her. This book makes you not just believe the emotions, but feel them as well. It gives a good, sometimes harsh but much needed look at what people can do to each other, and the lengths people will go to stay in power.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2R37WEKMYTCNN?ASIN=0439023521	More than just a young adult novel-CULTURAL COMMENTARY	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't know that I can say anything in a review that hasn't already been fervently said on this thrilling set of novels.  I do know that people I didn't even know would see me reading it in public and begin gushing about it, and conversations diving into deep matters of social structure have developed.  This series (with the upcoming movies) is more than just entertainment.  It has the power to change the way people think if the right conversations get going.  The buzz is widespread. Our culture just might see a smack in the face for its idiocy.<br/><br/>For me, the entire series truly plays upon the real-life disease we as a culture seem to be stuck in:  obsession with reality tv.  How far would our own society go to entertain an audience while simultaneously keeping the public distracted from the realities of government activity? I especially enjoyed that ultimately our beloved Katniss Everdeen realizes that pawns are used for propaganda and grim sacrifices are made on both sides of war. These books really hit home for me...this isn't just the future.  This is now.<br/><br/>I personally read the ENTIRE series within a few days and I haven't been this engrossed in a series in a long time.<br/><br/>I think these books should be added to required reading for teens in schools alongside classic social commentary and dystopian futures such as 1984 and Animal Farm.<br/><br/>I also want to note I purchased the movie guide 'book' and the author of these novels was there every second for the choosing of the actors, the design the costumes,and also wrote the script for the movies.  Every change that will likely be in the movie was pre-authorized by her.  I'm one of those people who gets upset when changes are made in book to movie adaptations, but knowing she gave everything the green light and knowing the director didnt do anything without her consent makes me very excited for once about book to movie adaptations.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2A65XTSDGRMPG?ASIN=0439023521	Enjoyable but I'm not sure it is worth the hype.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I did enjoy the book, but not as much as I was told I would.  This is my mistake as I try to avoid judgement on a book until I've personally read it, but I really went thinking I would love the book.  First of all, many of the criticism on the book is the similarity between Hunger Games and Battle Royale.  In my opinion, I think there is probably only a handful of people who ever read Battle Royale and would never have known about the book until the comparisons came out over the internet.  The similarities are there, but to accuse someone of blatant plagarism requires a bit more proof.  To me, Running Man first came to mind when I learned about the plot and The Lottery as far as the selecion of names.  Similar does not always mean stolen.<br/><br/>Second, the book is an easy read, which I found great, because sometimes I am looking for something to be quick and entertaining.  Third, parents who ascert their smugness in reviews annoys me greatly.  Oh, the strong parental bonds, blah, blah, blah.  It is a book, get over it.  Also, maybe the age of the main characters also has something to do with her target audience...ever think of that?  I don't find the book as brutal as others have described and I was actually expecting worse.  Overall, I would recommend reading the book if you want a fun series.<br/><br/>My complaints on the book stem from the lack of outside characters.  Other than Katniss, hardly anyone else has a personality.  This is especially true when it comes to the book villains who have the worst dialogue outside of a 80's comic book.  My second complaint is the mutant pups in the book as I found this to be incredibly stupid.  This amazing technology exists to essentially resurrect the dead but they can't heal a leg?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2EYWC58WWDJKB?ASIN=0439023521	A good book to pass the time...but not much better then that	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you are planning on seeing the movie ""Hunger Games"", and if that reason is because someone else wants you to see it because it is a great book, then I have one bit of advice for you....read the book first then decide.<br/>Now for those of you who have forgotten your history North America rose in rebellion and the victorious capitol region divided the country into 12 districts. All of which get to send two teenage citizens a year in a competition to the death. And death they most certainly do. And this is the big problem I have the book is the whole sanitization of teenage death. Now before you get ready to send me an angry note  I do realize that was the point, it was a critique. A critique on violence in the communities, the extremes that reality TV is going to (when I was reading this the MTV reality TV show about teenage pregnant girls was popular) However I personally do not think it went far enough. This book, apparently targeted towards young adults could have actually been a significant piece of literature , instead, the author chickened out and played it safe.<br/>Now on an intellectual level it was lacking. On a enjoyment level it was actually pretty good. I don't feel it was a ripoff of Running Man as some of the more sci-fi diehards among my friends have complained. It was a book, and no doubt satisfying for many people. Not everyone reads books to have worlds of thought opened for them. If it gets people reading books again then this is great. Despite my irrefutable thoughts to the contrary, not every book is written to please me.<br/>If you are expecting this to be the most meaningful book every written you will be in for a major disappointment, but as a way to pass a day or two reading instead of watching the television, this is the right book for you.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPJSDMNHP6I52?ASIN=0439023521	Best young adult book I've read in awhile	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've been aware of The Hunger Games for awhile, but I kept putting it off for a variety of reasons, one of which being I wasn't sure if I wanted to get myself into another YA dystopian series.  However, after I saw the trailers for the movie, it looked so amazing that I knew I wanted some experience with the material before seeing it.<br/><br/>A theme that I enjoy in the new dystopian series' I've read over the past year or so is the necessity of having strong characters.  The future in these worlds sucks, someone has to do something about it, and I really appreciate when those people are female.  Katniss is a strong character who is used to fending for both herself and her family in an unfair world where she has no choice - they will all surely die without her efforts.<br/><br/>This is in stark contrast to a lot of the YA paranormal books out there, where the heroine isn't strong about anything, and looks to the men in her life to keep her safe and taken care of.  If for no reason other than that, I think this book is more worthwhile than a lot of series openers.  That being said, this is a graphically violent book which made me cry a whole lot, so be prepared.  I haven't cried that much in a book since I read the last Harry Potter.<br/><br/>While I very much enjoyed this book, I think it's super borderline when it comes to the young adult distinction.  It takes things a lot further than any YA books I've read in recent memory, and I would say only a mature kid should be reading it.  The Capitol's treatment of the citizens is extremely harsh and difficult to read about, so I highly recommend parental discussion throughout the book.  If you're a cautious parent, I would suggest reading it first before deciding if you are comfortable with your kids reading it.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSMXB9PTJ8EZB?ASIN=0439023521	An hour later I was hungry again	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Firstly, if you have not read this first book, I will not include any spoilers in my assessment.<br/><br/>If you are a fan of the Dystopian future genre i.e. Blade Runner, 1984, Logans Run, Rollerball (the one with James Caan, not the piece of garbage with LL cool J) than this should hold your attention.<br/><br/>Imagine taking the reality shows Survivor and the Bachelor and put them in a gladiator arena for the amusement of the sick twisted empire.<br/><br/>Our protaganist Katniss is a survivor, nothing special to look at very much just trying to figure out how to survive in an environemt were food is scarce and the totalitarian government treats you like a slave. Every year the government aka ""capital"" puts on a gladiatorial game called the ""hunger games"" in which one boy and one girl 12-18 is chosen from each of the 12 districts.<br/><br/>The book primarily focuses on our protaganist and how she makes some difficult choices about what it takes to survive in the arena.<br/><br/>For folks that are trying to make this like an alternative to Twilight, I scoff at you. There is very little in the first book to suggest a real love triangle.<br/><br/>I am also grateful that the author Ms. Collins doesn't do that horrible JK Rowling routine of inventing a problem then inventing a spell to defeat the problem (how she convinced a bunch of kids to read the same book 7 times is beyond my comprehension). Ms Collins only uses one such device in this book and it is during a moment when our protaganist is stuck up a tree without a paddle (I wont say more so as not to violate my no spoiler promise).<br/><br/>Although many of the tweens who have reviewed this book here and on youtube suggest that it is a blazing page turner; I found myself not in agreement. The action and intrigue is paced pretty evenly throughout the book; yet much of the time is spent basically camping in the wild (i.e. setting up camp, hunting for food, collecting water etc.).<br/><br/>Now since it is the ""hunger games"" I can sort of let all of that slide a little but there are guite a few dead slow moments in the book even during the time in the arena.<br/><br/>A good read and I hope the next two books go deeper into the political intrigue and how our protaganist will attempt to take down the empire from within.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TOEHLS00IXQ4?ASIN=0439023521	This is how superb writing is done!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">THE HUNGER GAMES<br/>Suzanne Collins<br/>Young Adult Futuristic Dystopian<br/>Paperback version reviewed<br/>Review by Willa Kaye Danes, author at Penumbra Publishing<br/><br/>I had heard many wonderful things about this book, but avoided for a long time reading it because of the subject matter, thinking that it certainly wouldn't end well. When I finally did get the opportunity to read THE HUNGER GAMES, after having read many short and rather ho-hum, even disappointing novels billed as young-adult, I found it difficult to believe THE HUNGER GAMES is a young-adult novel. It certainly doesn't fit in the category of `ho-hum,' and it doesn't rely on paranormal or supernatural bells and whistles as a crutch to build character and suspense. Told in first-person present tense through the female protagonist Katniss Everdeen, THE HUNGER GAMES made an immediate and lasting impression. Upon reading the first couple pages, I devoured this book (pun intended). And my eagerness to finish it in no way was diminished by the knowledge that it would have to end, because the ending held up to my best expectations, even though it certainly paved the way for the sequel.<br/><br/>In case you haven't read the more than 4,000 customer reviews on Amazon (the majority of them glowing), I will briefly summarize the plot. However much I wish it to be true, this review can in no way give proper praise to this book.<br/><br/>In the not-too-distant future, sixteen-year-old Katniss Everdeen lives with her mother and twelve-year-old sister Prim in District 12, what was once part of Appalachia in former United States of America, but is now one of the cordoned-off and policed areas of Panem, carved out after a quashed rebellion. In this future, people in outlying districts don't fare too well. Food is rationed and scarce for the outlying districts, and only the relatively well-to-do can afford heat and food enough to ward off Mr. Death. People are afraid to speak their mind for fear of being overheard by those evil bastards in Capital City.<br/><br/>In Capital City, the streets might as well be paved with gold when compared to the living arrangements of Kat and her family and most others in the outer districts. But after her father dies in a coal mining accident, Kat carries on the illegal task of `poaching' - hunting in the unfenced forest outside the district to bring game home for trade and to feed her family. She and her hunting partner, an eighteen-year-old boy named Gale, have forged an alliance that benefits almost everyone in the district with extra food, and profitable trading eases the rules that would otherwise be imposed by the resident Peacekeepers.<br/><br/>Once a year, Capital City `reminds' the other districts of their transgression of failed rebellion with the hugely promoted fanfare of The Hunger Games. Each district is required to furnish one girl and one boy between the ages of twelve and eighteen to participate in the survival game, which is to the death, with only one winner. That victory ensures the winner of an easy life and benefits of more food and other extras for the winner's district. Kat has put in extra entries for herself in the lottery in exchange for extra portions of food and heating fuel for her family throughout the year. She waits tensely to see whose name is chosen for this year's games. When her sister's name is called, she immediately volunteers to go in her place.<br/><br/>Words fail me in trying to describe how absolutely perfect this story is. It is not simply the story itself, but the unique blend of plot, character development, and beautiful economy of words that all worked wonderfully together to make this an entirely believable and absorbing read. Many an author gets blinded by the light of a well-turned phrase, but Ms. Collins stays true to her writing task in that the writing skill remains invisible so the reading pleasure can be fully realized.<br/><br/>It has been, as I stated before, a very long time since I have read a young-adult novel-length story that was so emotionally moving without being over-dramatic or maudlin. Kat is the perfect heroine - tough and emotionally distant, yet in her own way caring and respectful of life. The way her attitudes and beliefs are pitted against the very fabric of the opulently excessive society that created the situation certain to cause her death is a stroke of writing genius. I am eager to see it repeated in the next installment of this trilogy, and can't wait to get my hands on the rest of this series. Also I will be standing in line to see the movie version of this story and compare it to the graceful success of this book.<br/><br/>This is the kind of story that any author would be grateful and proud to have written, and it is an excellent example of superb writing. I have no idea how much careful and judicious editing was involved to create the final product, but for any author hoping to write well, no matter what the genre, I offer this book as a learning experience and enthusiastically recommend it to all readers. This is how it's done!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31ZFOMO9HEWOA?ASIN=0439023521	Meh	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger Games. It's everywhere in the media. I can't escape it on TV and I can't escape it on the best sellers lists on Amazon. I can't even escape it at work when people are reading it and asking me questions about it. I can't escape.<br/><br/>I bought the book months back when Amazon had a sale on the trilogy for $5. I bought it, I read the first two chapters and set it down. At that point, I was confused. Why did people like this book? How utterly depressing this world seems to be. After a bit of research and constantly asking people why they liked it, I came to think of it something like Twilight. People read it because someone said to, they felt they were supposed to like it and so they did. But, very rarely can anyone say WHY they liked it.<br/><br/>A common response I get is ""strong lead female"" and OK, that makes sense. It's a YA novel, we need that for our girls to grow up and become strong leaders of their own. She's self-sufficient, that's certain, and she's determined. She capitalizes on skills she learned from her father and friend and helps her family to survive through the years. She then uses those skills in the game to survive there.<br/><br/>As I type this, I keep thinking of the prophecy from Harry Potter which says, ""Neither can live while the other survives."" I never feel like she's doing more than survive, she's not thriving, living or even growing. She's just hanging on for dear life.<br/><br/>Now, granted, I'm not sure I'd be able to get through what she did but the viewpoint we see from the story has her time in the games as pretty easy and cushy. She's not truly struggling at all.<br/><br/>I dunno, I just can't figure out why I wasn't impressed with her or this book. It wasn't bad, it was a fast read. I think because it was YA it flowed faster and only skated on the surface of ""big ideas"" but it was just .. meh.<br/><br/>Having finished it, I now have to debate finishing the other two books. I imagine it'll be more of the same as the first and then of course we'll have drama drama drama from the love triangle. Oh joy.<br/><br/>Katniss is in a unique position and I fear she won't get her head out of her ass long enough to do something about it. Yeah yeah yeah, she's young, she's been thrust into this role, etc etc... but really, if she's a strong female lead shouldn't she step up?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRHFQ428P1SJ4?ASIN=0439023521	I this book. Absolutely wonderful.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This review was originally posted on my blog: The Bibliophile's Corner<br/><br/>Katniss Everdeen is a wonderful, strong, female character. She is a fighter and survivor but not completely calloused to love. I feel like that last bit is incredibly important to her character and how she develops throughout the story. I also love how confident she is in her abilities. Some readers took this as arrogance, I took this as advice to teen girls, telling them that they SHOULD be confident in their abilities. I truly love Katniss's love for her family, compassion for her opponents (at least those who deserved it), and strength to keep fighting.<br/><br/>Peeta Mellark is not your typical male character. While brute force is not his forte, his cleverness and charm makes him a strong contender in the Hunger Games. The son of a baker, he is easily looked over and considered soft. But there is something far greater than strength that keeps Peeta fighting.<br/><br/>Now for some supporting characters. Haymitch Abernathy is the victor of the 50th Hunger Games. He is to be the mentor of Katniss and Peeta for the 74th Hunger Games. Well, if he can stay sober. Cinna is Katniss and Peeta's sytlist because they must look good on TV while slashing and beating each other to death. And Rue. A small, twelve year old from District 11. You will love her.<br/><br/>As for the plot of the story, I thought it was wonderful. It moved along nicely, there were some nice twists. At times it was slightly predictable, but I was perfectly okay with that. And as for the descriptions, they were not overly done like I tend to see in more young adult novels. But by the same token, it was by no means under descriptive either. It gave you plenty to visualize, but left a lot up to imagination too.<br/><br/>Along with loving the characters and the plot, I give this book such a high rating because of how much I love dystopian novels.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QTDXCT1UN7SS?ASIN=0439023521	Beautiful beginning of a horrid ending! I tried to warn you...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">You're probably wondering why I rated this book five stars given the title of my review.<br/>Well, this first book in the Hunger Games Trilogy definitely deserves such a high rating, but I think readers should be warned about how the story progresses in the other two installments.<br/>I found the first book to be truly an engaging and riveting read about Katniss Everdeen, one of twenty-four contestants fighting to the death in a politically-motivated and televised event orchestrated by the Capitol. The Capitol is seen as the ruler that forces a boy and a girl from twelve districts to participate in the Hunger Games each year to remind the people in the districts that they are at the Capitol's mercy.<br/>Suzanne Collins delivers such an intense emotional experience that even when I took breaks from reading, I found myself thinking about the characters, the story, and even my own life.<br/>The Hunger Games is not a sappy teenage novel in any stretch of the imagination-it is so much more, too complicated to sum up in this small review.<br/>Katniss' action at the end of the first installment triggers a rebellion against the Capitol, which left me with a sense of hope that the district people would finally be able to fight against all the injustices brought on by the Capitol and succeed, but I was wrong. No one ever truly succeeds.<br/>After the rebellion ensues, a war is triggered. The second book deals with the rebellion, the third with the war.<br/>If you think the first installment carried with it a dark and depressing tone, well, you haven't even experienced the tip of the iceberg.<br/>Almost all characters you grow to love meet horrible deaths. Katniss' family and friends aren't spared either. They are tortured and killed in agonizing detail. The strong heroine you meet in the opening chapters of The Hunger Games wittles away into a tormented soul, plagued by nightmares and haunting images of her friends and family. Her memories destroy her, and leave her a hollow shell.<br/>She even loses her best friend; the horrors of the war, not death, driving them apart. This was so sad and gut-wrenching to me. Many readers argue that Collins betrays the true nature of this character for the sake of the ending, and I agree.<br/>I loved the first half of Catching Fire, the second installment, as much as the first book until Katniss and Peeta are forced to endure another round of the games. This part signaled to me that there would be more darkness ahead rather than light.<br/>Then, in the third installment, Mockingay, everything finally unravels and falls apart completely. The reader is left with no sense of hope, and it left me depressed. To be honest, I read a little over a third of Mockingjay before I decided that I wouldn't force myself to continue such a dreadful story. I skipped to the Epilogue just to get some closure, but there was none to be had.<br/>Part of me wishes I would have never picked up this Trilogy, another part of me wishes I would have stopped after the first book and remembered the characters the way they were. Strong and full of hope.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JY9I6RN8T1XR?ASIN=0439023521	This book makes you think.........	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Before I even start to review this book, I will admit to you all that ""The Hunger Games"" is not the type of book that I would normally read.  The dust jacket did not even appeal to me at all, so why in the world would I, not only read The Hunger Games, but also the following two sequels?  The answer is simple....... The books are that good!!!<br/><br/>I discovered this trilogy of  books thru word of mouth.  They were recommended to me by a few fellow knitters, whom couldn't seem to put them down, even to knit. I looked at them occasionally, read some reviews and finally, after pondering on them for a few months,  took the plunge and bought all three.  I then found myself jumping into the world of The Hunger Games  ""Whole Hog"" as we say here in the south.<br/><br/>Book begins with describing the world that Katniss Everdeen and her family are forced to live in, by the capital of Panem and President Snow.  The story revolves around "" The Games"" held once a year, as the players fight for their very lives.  From all of the players, only one person can walk from the arena, alive and be proclaimed as ""The Victor"".<br/><br/>As the  story unfolds you will experience love, hate, hope, betrayal, loyalty and revenge.  You will see the struggle for survival and compassion for the dying.  I will warn you, this book will cause you to think.  What would you do , if you were thrown into the same arena, in the same situation and had to fight for your life.<br/><br/>This is a great book for the young, as well as old.  Everyone can take something away from The Hunger Games.  The only real disappointment I had with the first two books, were the abrupt ending.  If you don't buy the sequels, you will be left hanging.  The Closure will only come at the end of the third book Mockingjay.<br/><br/>I will read these three books again, in the future.  All three are a wonderful addition to my personal library.  I look forward to reading all three books again with my neice, when she is old enough to understand and enjoy them.  I also feel as they would make a great Book Club read with an in dept discussion on each book.<br/><br/>I highly recomend ""The Hunger Games"" book 1,  ""Catching Fire"" book 2 and ""Mockingjay"" book 3 by Suzanne Collins.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18VXXMZRQUEU1?ASIN=0439023521	Great story.  Not as 'brutal' as people make it out to be.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have two daughters, age 8 (3rd grade) and 11 (5th grade).  This book is above my 8-year old's reading level and maybe just a little above my 11-year old's reading level, but it is certainly not too 'brutal' for either one of them.  Some moments are sad, some are thought provoking, but I think a lot of people underestimate what kids can handle.  I think a 6th or 7th grader interested in reading can probably read this story themselves.<br/><br/>I read the 'The Hunger Games' and have been telling the kids a bit of the story every evening at bed time.  The first night I told them the history of the Regions and Capital, the background of the main characters, and how they were picked for the games.  When I was done my oldest said, 'wow that's a pretty good story'.  Last night (3rd night telling the story) we got to about 1/2 way through the games and they begged me to keep telling the story.  Some bedtme stories put them to sleep, but this one keeps them rivited - and they have been getting ready for bed very quickly so they can hear it.<br/><br/>It's a great story, well-written (sometimes beautifully written), with memorable characters.  I highly recommend this book.<br/><br/>***Spoilers***<br/>My two bits of criticism:<br/>-All of Katniss's kills were mercy kills or trying to save herself or someone else.  Her actions were almost exclusively 'good' and she was a bit one dimensional in that respect.  Her lying to Peeta about being in love was also done to save herself and him, so even that can be considered a 'justified' lie even if it was hurtful to him.<br/>-The Capital held the hunger games to remind the Regions that they dominated by the Capital; so why does the Capital make decisions that pander to the audience?  Is the Capital in danger of rebellion by Capital citizens?  Perhapse the next two books will delve further into this apparent inconsistency.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33KP9G6U8ADYR?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderfully told plot that makes me earn for more of Katniss and Peeta!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wasn't really expecting much from The Hunger Games,not even when I downloaded it onto my Kindle.I only did so cause I'd heard so many rave reviews about it~and cos I'm just a nerd for all things fantasy,I gave it a shot.  Wow,just wow.I was so blown away by all the characters that the ending came almost too soon.Just in case you have no clue what I'm talking about,the basic premise of The Hunger Games is this:It's set in America,but not just any old America.It's a futuristic version known as Panem,which is split into 12 different districts.Every year,a boy and girl tribute from every district are randomly selected by lottery to compete in The Hunger Games,where they will fight to survive in one arena.The rule is simple:kill or be killed.  What really struck me about this book was the way Collins potrayed reality TV and the audience's reaction to this sort of entertainment:just how far would we go to watch someone else suffer in the hands of the public?  Katniss Everdeen, our fiesty heroine and the book's narrator,is only in the Games after she volunteered to be District 12's female tribute to save her 12 year old sister Prim.Along as the boy tribute for District 12 is Peeta Mellark,who has had a crush on Katniss since they were kidsand who once gave her bread from his family's bakery when her family was starving,something Katniss has never forgotten.In fact,this was the part of the book that interested me the most:In order to please the public,Katniss and Peeta must pretend to be ""star~cross'd lovers"".  I really enjoyed the book and feel that there was need for the violence in the arena scenes.It kept in touch with the grittiness of the plot,where unexpected surprises were thrown at us left,right and centre.I really liked the part were Katniss joins forces with Rue,a District 11 girl who reminds Katniss of Prim and what she has left behind at home.But without giving too much away,I hated what happened to Rue so much.She, along with Peeta, was one of my fave characters and I cried reading her part.  My verdict:I'd totally recommend The Hunger Games for anyone from 12+.It might not change your life but it will change your attitude to reality television forever.Bring on Catching Fire!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PJS68ZY30MSH?ASIN=0439023521	Survives on its own merits, not just a Battle Royale rip-off	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I first heard about the Hunger Games trilogy, I was skeptical and even a bit angry, since the plot as it was described to me sounded identical to Battle Royale, which I have counted among my favorite novels for years.  After a few days, I decided to read and judge the book for myself, and I'm certainly glad that I did.  While the setup for the titular game of survival is quite similar to that of Battle Royale, there is enough original material here that Suzanne Collins could have easily reached those similarities by coincidence.  Overall, the tone of Hunger Games is quite different than Battle Royale.  Koushun Takami's 1999 Battle Royale feels like sociological horror, with all of its gore and shock value squarely focused on Japanese-centric commentary about youth in a dog-eat-dog, adult-controlled world with no room for individual freedoms.  By comparison, Hunger Games feels life a life-or-death adventure, where both you and lead character Katniss Everdeen must remind yourselves that all of her grand experiences are still leading towards one inevitable point, a fight to the last survivor against other youth just like her.  The Hunger Games actually holds more in common with the film version of Battle Royale, which most fans of the novel feel is vastly inferior to the original.  That's not to say that Hunger Games fails on the same points as the film, just that the two intellectual properties are actually quite different, and both still draw inspiration from material that far preceeded them, such as Stephen King's The Running Man and The Long Walk, or even Nineteen Eighty-Four before that.  In his review, King even drew similar comparisons, and while he agreed that Collins' novel was a compelling read, he gave the novel a ""B"" due to his criticism of her rapid-fire writing style (which he deemed ""authorial laziness"" when certain details got brushed aside by the quick pace of the narrative).  I tend to disagree with this assessment.  If one of Collins' qualities is to be commended, it's her ability to write in a cinematic fashion, giving the greatest attention and detail to the parts of the story she knows the reader will care about, while generally refusing to get bogged down in boring exposition.  This works to her advantage in most cases, since the story is told from Katniss' perspective, and Collins' cinematic writing conveys a sense of where Katniss' awareness is most acutely directed.  It also means that The Hunger Games could make a rare smooth transition to the big screen, as the film adaptation is due to hit theaters on March 23rd.  I would wager that, by this time next year, the entertainment market will be flooded with blu-rays, DVDs, video games, graphic novels, soundtrack CDs, and all sorts of connected merchandise, a phenomenon which is increasingly evident if you search ""Hunger Games"" here on Amazon.  Regardless of how you may feel about Collins' inspiration for the book, Hunger Games is definitely a triple-A franchise with a chance to make more people continue reading literature, just as Harry Potter and Twilight have managed to do over the last decade, though Hunger Games will no doubt hold more interest for mature readers than either of those series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDQV4DFPXQJI?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games - Worth the Hype	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Katniss Everdeen isn't your average heroine. Don't take the hype for this book to mean that it is another overrated romance like Twilight. Bella Swan and Katniss couldn't have any less in common, which to be honest, is awesome. I had my doubts, since there was so much hype about it, but the first installment of the Hunger Games is a very compelling story that will have you furiously turning pages to the very end.<br/><br/>In the ruins of North America, the nation of Panem rules the twelve districts from the shining Capitol. Panem is harsh, enforcing their laws with a strict hand and forcing the citizens to engage in the Hunger Games.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is a competition between one boy and one girl from each of the twelve districts. The goal, to survive. The games end when only one lives. The games are a reminder from the Capitol and their leaders to the citizens of each of the districts not to rebel as they had in the past or end up destroyed like District Thirteen.<br/><br/>Each district is known for a product that they produce. District Twelve is the coal district and home to 16 year-old Katniss Everdeen. The mines are harsh and food is difficult to come by, and with the death of her father, life is even more difficult for the Everdeens. Katniss is forced to sneak past the fence surrounding the district into the forest to hunt and gather herbs for food with her friend Gale. Leaving the district is strictly forbidden, but the lax security in District Twelve allows the duo to leave unnoticed.<br/><br/>Their story truly begins on the day of the reaping. The annual Hunger Games is about to start and the reaping chooses the two tributes from each of the districts that are going to be entered. In some districts it is an honor to be chosen, in twelve, it is a death sentence. Each year from the age of 12 until 18, the children's names are entered to be chosen, one entry per year. At age 12, one entry, 13, two entries, consecutively until 18. The catch? For entering their name more times into the drawing per year and are awarded a tesserae, a years worth supply of grain and oil for one person, and the poorer the family, the more times a poor child's name is entered.<br/><br/>As the children of District Twelve assemble, Katniss Everdeen isn't worried about her 12 year-old sister Primrose, since her name has only been entered once. The name is drawn for the female tribute and Primrose was chosen. Before Primrose reached the stage, Katniss did the only thing that she could to save her sister's life, she volunteered to be a tribute, an unheard of event in District Twelve. The male tribute, Peeta Mellark, a 16 year-old son of a baker, and one-time savior of the Everdeen family.<br/><br/>As the tributes say their last goodbyes to their family and friends, the reality sinks in. One or both of them is going to die, and they may have to kill each other, leaving the tributes unable to forge a true friendship as they train to battle for their lives in the games with the other 22 tributes.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games was awesome. I give it 5 stars. It was extremely well written and the survival instincts of the tributes and their attitudes toward each other were engrossing. I loved the tension between Katniss and Gale as their friendship begins to grow into something else and between Katniss and Peeta as they attempt to overcome the idea of killing each other and forge an unlikely alliance and friendship between them. The small acts of defiance against the Capitol make the story extremely compelling. The auxiliary characters really enhance the story and you grow to care for them despite their small roles. I highly recommend this book for readers over 12. The violence is not extremely graphic, but is a huge part of the story and is suited for older readers.<br/><br/>Be sure to have the sequel handy for when you finish The Hunger Games, you will want more of Katniss, Peeta and Gale and their future adventures.<br/><br/>Check out my profile and blog!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SXM2DT2JTLWT?ASIN=0439023521	MUST READ! NOW! Seriously, buy it now!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I requested several books from the library and was on hold for a while and then I got flooded by a ton of them at once. I prioritized my reading list by due date &amp; by which ones couldn't be renewed. I landed on Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins. I had heard RAVE reviews from several people but I wasn't too sure how I'd like it. I'm not too big into fantasy or sci-fi and most places I've seen this book have categorized it as such. In addition, it's a young adult book and while I think some YA books are ok I keep thinking at some point I might grow out of this genre. However, SO many people had recommend it I thought it had a good possibility of decent and when I read some brief summaries of the book it reminded me a lot of my favorite short story ""The Lottery"" by Shirley Jackson that I thought I should give it a whirl.<br/><br/>I am SO glad I did. This book was AWESOME. If I had to summarize it in one sentence it would be ""Imagine 'The Lottery' meets Survivor and they have a baby and then you have The Hunger Games.""<br/><br/>First and foremost, while I can see why it's labeled fantasy/sci-fi, it is SO not typical sci-fi/fantasy. It's like the X-Men version of sci-fi/fantasy. Sure there are some things that are not realistic and far-fetched, but it's mostly grounded in reality and the things that are ""unrealistic"" are background mostly and don't really detract from the story. While post-apocalyptic style stories do intrigue me, I think they've been slightly overdone so I was hesitant about this aspect of the book. However, like the sci-fi/fantasy aspect, it's mostly background. It's the whole reason for the story but they do not dwell on it really. The story mostly revolves around the actual ""game"" itself (leading up to it, going through it and the aftermath) and that stuff was REALLY exciting and compelling. It was such a unique story I couldn't put it down. Literally. I read it in 6 hours with only bathroom and lunch breaks.<br/><br/>From the beginning it was hard to figure out who Katniss was. When I figured out she was a girl a while into the story (around page 14) I was a little surprised. As I read I had assumed that Katniss was a boy. This changed things a bit and made me a little more intrigued.<br/><br/>Besides the setting/environment, I really drew a lot of parallels with ""The Lottery"" at the beginning. However, after the story gets going it leaves that short story behind and moves on into a more Survivor like story but in a more serious way.<br/><br/>The best part of the book is the middle section once they are into the arena for the game. The preparation is interesting but I really couldn't put the book down once all of the contestants were fighting for their lives. I didn't see the ""love story"" coming, although it isn't misplaced or come out of nowhere but it wasn't something I predicted. It seemed very realistic and believable. Additionally, all of the struggles that the contestants had to go through in the game were also realistic and believable. Collins did a good job of creating an atmosphere of realism and I could definitely picture the setting from her words and imagery. One thing I thought was that the arena seemed bigger at the start of the game and seemed smaller by the end. Katniss journeyed forever on the first day and quite a lot on the second day but by the end it seemed like they could get anywhere in the arena in a few hours by the end. The complex emotions and personalities of the contestants was very interesting. A little Lord of the Flies but much more interesting and entertaining. The Truman Show parallels were also interesting to see. It's like Collins took some of the most interesting twists of all the above mentioned stories and wove them (very well) into this story. I don't mean to say this to make anyone think it's an old, tired story because they way she weaves it all together makes it fresh and interesting. I can just see some influences she may have had.<br/><br/>Although it seemed clear (to me) from the beginning that Katniss would win the game, you were still worried for her throughout the story and really rooted for her the whole time. The twist with bringing her and Peeta together was unexpected and nice. At the beginning of the game I was wondering how Collins would work that one out...although Katniss had some clear resentment towards Peeta I didn't know that she would be able to kill him unless something really drastic happened. I'm glad that the twist made that not have to happen. And because things got changed up so much throughout the story, even though Katniss winning seemed predictable, I didn't mind because the story kept changing so you were sure HOW she would win, and there was a possibility at several points that she MIGHT not win.<br/><br/>The one and only thing I didn't love was the ending of the book. The love story that emerged wasn't all that interesting to me, but mostly because I'm not a romance fan and particularly not in a YA novel. It would have been nice to end the book with a satisfying end rather than letting it linger, although obviously this left the end open for the subsequent books. I don't have a huge desire to continue the series, but since I got so involved with this book unexpectedly I am going to commit to the second book just in case it surprises me as well. This leads to a second tangent of something that I wasn't a HUGE fan of, although it didn't really detract from the story. Throughout the story I would forget that these ""kids"" were supposedly ages 12-18. They just didn't have a ""teenage"" voice. The characters were much more thoughtful and advanced than their supposed ages would seem. Again, their ages weren't really the point so it didn't detract from the story, but occasionally I'd reflect on it and think, no way, a 16 year old wouldn't be thinking about things like this. So it seemed a little unbelievable that they were actual young adults rather than young adult characters created by an adult author. But in terms of the overall book and story it was just a minor detail.<br/><br/>Overall I would suggest this book to ANYONE (over the age of 14 probably). I give it 5 Stars and would probably classify it as one of the best books I've read all year. I really, really loved it. Obviously loved it enough to write a review of it which doesn't always happen. Go get it NOW!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13QIFK60NJB0M?ASIN=0439023521	Perspective of middle school student	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A Book Review of Hunger Games<br/>By Harry, Grade 7, Yangon International School<br/><br/>  Once every year, 24 individuals are selected and forced to participate in the Hunger Games, a brutal battle royal to death in a harsh, artificial environment for the entertainment of the Capitol. While victory leads to great rewards, no one thinks of the prize, as survival is their only goal. A story so outstanding that award winning author Rick Riordan has stated, ""As close to a perfect adventure novel as I've ever read."" Written with great action and suspense by Suzanne Collins, author of the Hunger Games trilogy, in 2008, Hunger Games is a book any fan of action and fantasy will not regret reading.<br/>  Katniss, the protagonist, lives in District 12, where she is part of the many poverty stricken families of the district. Katniss, her mother, and her sister, Prim rely on Katniss to hunt for food, but still barely manage, so every year; Katniss and Prim must apply for tesserae, a meager year's worth of grain and oil. While there is no monetary fee, for each time they apply, their names will be entered one more time into the reaping, a lottery to choose the boy and girl who will represent their district by entering the Hunger Games.  The possibility of being chosen never enters Katniss's mind, until Prim's name is drawn. Katniss immediately volunteers to replace Prim in the games. After Katniss accepts her role as the female tribute, the baker's son, Peeta, is chosen as the male tribute. Before the actual games begin, a lot of suspense is created. The plot is well structured and the story has a flow to it. Events in the story are well planned out and placed, and the change of life from poverty stricken to luxurious for the time before the games is well portrayed. The training scenes, the pampering, traveling, the characters' thoughts, all add depth to the story. As Katniss and Peeta enter the games, they face unimaginable threats and sorrow and difficult life or death situations. Ms. Collins' writing skillfully develops the action, as well as the behind the scenes mechanics, such as rules and training, costumes, and travel. When reading the book, a reader can feel like he/she understands the Hunger Games and the rules as if it were real life game.<br/>  Even though I felt that the book had too much death and gruesome topics, Ms. Collins provided detailed descriptions without being too graphic. Through her detailed scenes and portrayal of the characters' strategic thinking that Ms. Collins has developed an exciting balance between action and survival. The rising action is very well built and consistent, as it keeps the reader intrigued throughout the book. A lot of thought has been given to the actual battles which it draws the reader in, even if it's subconsciously. Katniss is a subtle, stealthy participant, and was not involved in big battles. Although I think that the book is excellent, I would have enjoyed a battle scene, rather than always the subtle methods used to survive. The theme of the book is survival of the fittest as the 24 participants have to fight to death. Another theme of the novel, government power and control, is more apparent in the series as a whole, but is also in Hunger Games, as it is implied that people despise the Capitol's ways and wants to stop them. The Hunger Games definitely has the feel of war. There are many strategies involved in the plot as well. The strategy of teaming up is shown throughout the plot as well as sneaking behind the battle and sabotaging, using signals, being resourceful. Katniss and Peeta pretended that they were star-crossed lovers in order to gain popularity from the crowd and the Capital, but I felt that the romance should stay outside of the action. I did not like the fact that Peeta, another tribute from District 12, is in love with Katniss.<br/>  I think that guys will enjoy this book more than girls, and that all ages older than 10 would enjoy this book. If one is looking for that exciting adventure novel to keep him/her on the edge of the seat, Hunger Games is the book for you. On a scale of one (low) and five (high), I give this book a five because although I would have preferred some things changed, the fact remains that this is an excellent read, and I enjoyed every minute spent reading it.<br/><br/>Perspective #2<br/><br/>A Book Review of The Hunger Games<br/>By Amy, Grade 7, Yangon International School<br/><br/>  Twenty four teens forced to play a game with only one rule; murder. Win and take all or be defeated and lose life itself. Discover an unforgettable adventure of a young girl's determination to survive in The Hunger Games, the first book of Suzanne Collin's trilogy. Collin's amazing work appeared on the New York Times Best Seller list for more than sixty weeks in a row, and she was named one of Time Magazine's most influential people in 2010.<br/>  Every year in Panem, a post-disaster version of United States, the Capitol would pick two adolescents from each of the 12 districts to participate in a cruel game called the Hunger Games. The rules were simple; kill everyone in order to win. This year, Katniss Everdeen takes her younger sister's place as one of the tributes with Peeta, a childhood friend. Together with 23 others, Katniss is thrown into a man-made arena without any preparations. Not only must she strive to remain alive from the unnatural wilderness of the arena, but also survive being murdered by the other tributes.<br/>  Just as Stephen King commented, "". . . I couldn't stop reading"". The twists and turns of the story line made the tale unbelievably addictive and thought provoking. Collin's development of characters was so well-built that it lets the reader feel fond of them. The realism and differences of the personalities such as Katniss's and Peeta's cause the book to be believable. The suspense and thrill of the plot drew me more and more into the novel. Problems such as societal issues, survival matters, and betrayals occur in the book. By adding complications to these conflicts, the story compels the audience to read more. Collins managed to tone down the violence to the perfect level which added further excitement. Her writing also leaves hints and foreshadows of what to come which lets the reader feel enthusiastic for more. This story will haunt the audiences' minds.<br/>  The Hunger Games was aimed for young adults, but older readers would definitely enjoy it too. On a scale of one to five, I would give this book a four point five because I thought it was such an innovative and brilliant novel.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NAZ2AUIMHCAN?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games stands alone in this genre!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've read the entire Hunger Games series twice, and I loved it the first time, but love it even more after the second read.  I think you do have to read it again to truly appreciate all that this story is.  I'll get to that in reviews of the other books.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is a gritty story - it's not for the squeamish or faint of heart.  I initially resisted reading the series based on the idea of children pitted against each other to the death.  It is horrifying to consider, and it should be.<br/><br/>Katniss's character is well fleshed out and relatable.  Due to her circumstances, she has been forced into the role of caring and providing for her family, a burden no child should have to bear.  Because of the protectiveness she has for her younger sister, Prim, Katniss volunteers to take her sister's place in the Hunger Games.  From that point on in the book, it all breaks loose into a roller coaster ride that will leave you reading through the wee hours of the night just to see what happens next.<br/><br/>Side note - as others have mentioned, I also cried when Rue died.  Katniss showing the tenderness and compassion that she did for her friend, plus acknowledging the bread that came from Rue's district had me reaching for the kleenex box.<br/><br/>For parental concerns, I personally would not let a child under 8th grade read it due to the amount of violence it contains.  I think a child needs to be old enough to verbalize what they are feeling as they are reading, and this book in particular is ripe with potential conversations you can have with them about it.  There is no cursing in the book, Katniss and Peeta kiss on several occasions.  Katniss is stripped by her prep team as they prepare her for the Hunger Games, but it is only mentioned in context.  There is nothing sexual about it.  The biggest issue for me was the violence and making sure my child was emotionally ready to read something this graphic.<br/><br/>Be forewarned though - once you read Hunger Games, all other books in this genre will pale in comparison.  Suzanne Collins is unparalleled in her writing skills.  Some advice though, do read the series *at least* twice.  You'll be surprised at what you miss the first go around.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R169PSV6G4IO49?ASIN=0439023521	Left me hungry for more.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">""I enter a nightmare from which I wake repeatedly only to find a greater terror awaiting me."" -Katniss Everdeen<br/><br/>Rating: 9 / 10<br/><br/>  The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins is the first book in a trilogy that details the conflicts of Katniss Everdeen, a 16 year old girl who lives in District 12 in the Empire of Panem. Katniss must overcome impossible odds to survive in a kill or be killed competition known as the Hunger Games.<br/><br/>  The book is fast-paced, focused, exciting, and an overall fantastic read for any audience. Collins does an excellent job of trimming away useless details and focusing on the Katniss's perspective. Her lean writing style creates a quick tempo and makes it hard for the reader to put down her story. I found myself reading at least 100 pages per sitting.<br/><br/>  Collins is able to command a sense of the present. Almost all her tenses throughout the story are present-tense and demand a sense of immediacy. This style ensures the reader is immersed in Katniss's quick thinking and keeps the tension high.<br/><br/>  Finally, Collins never allows a boring moment. Each chapter ends momentously and you never feel like you can miss a word because it all seems so pivotal. Collins keeps the reader on the edge of their seat, eagerly awaiting every word. The story was so engrossing that within the two days it took me to finish her first book, I immediately went and downloaded Catching Fire, the second book.<br/><br/>  One of my favorite characteristics of Collins's writing is how clean the book was. I never found any language, romance, or violence to be gratuitous. The novel maintains a sense of brutality, but in the utmost necessary way. The story is riveting and pulse-pounding, but does so because of Collins's mastery of efficiency and pace.<br/><br/>  To anyone that hasn't picked up this brilliant and fresh novel, Suzanne Collins has written a fantastic novel that will leave you breathless and hungry for more. In the ominous, booming words of Claudius Templesmith, ""Ladies and gentlemen, let the Seventy-fourth Hunger Games begin!""<br/><br/>If you like my review, read more at [...]<br/><br/>Happy Reading!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BUIUIEGQIYMT?ASIN=0439023521	Enjoyable Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">For winter break I decided to get ""The Hunger Games"" finally read after many urgings from my friends who were raving about this book. For the most part I was satisfied and my expectations were met; this is a really engaging, cool story with a neat concept about kids having to kill each other tournament style. I liked how quick of a read it was even though it's really long. I also got invested in the characters and what would happen to them, which means a lot in a book where a lot of them have to die!  The first person narrative was fun because it'd been a while since I read something that wasn't third person, and it got me to relate more with Katniss. It was difficult rooting for both her and the other characters in The Games.<br/><br/>The only thing I wish could have been featured more were more details on the other characters in The Games. I felt that sometimes they were killed off too quickly just to get them out of the way and focus more on the central characters in the competition. I'd have liked if there were more fights and kills that were explained, described or shown. I also felt like the ending was a little bit too much of a cliffhanger, but I guess that just makes me more motivated to pick up the second one in the series.<br/><br/>Overall, I'd recommend this book to my friends looking for a fun, easy read. It's not terribly difficult to get through and the story and characters keep you interested to keep going. The writing is also nice because it's not as elementary as ""Twilight"" but equal/a little more elevated than ""Harry Potter."" For me, the most interesting part of this book was the romance arch with Katniss, Peeta and Gale. But there's also action, suspense and emotion, so I can see it being accessible to all types of readers. Have fun with it!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32IPBT1VDYFXA?ASIN=0439023521	This is one book worth reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So... I had a push-and-pull relationship with this book. I had heard so much about this book that I just had to get it. But i have huge collection of unread books and this wasn't at the top. However after several months i finally convinced myself to pick it up. 5 days ago, in the morning, I did, i've read barely half page and something came up, so i had to put it down. Then later, i started again from the beginning, i've read 2 pages and someone interrupted me...again. I was like, ""GOD! The big daddy up there doesn't want me to read this bloody book..."" . 2 days ago i picked up again, logged out from everywhere, turned on my instrumental music (ya, usually i listen instrumental musics -Two Steps from Hell, Immadiate Music, Brand X Music - while i read books.) and started to read from the 2nd page. In about 8 hours i finished and was stunned. I can say, that i'm addicted to the story, the charaters, the world of Hunger Games.<br/><br/>There are No POV changes in this book. All first person present from Katniss. Which was a little bit weird for me, because i think (if my memory works fine this time...) this was the first story told by first person present i've ever read. But i quickly got used to it.<br/><br/>What I liked:<br/>I absolutely loved the story of this ""World"".<br/>How the Hunger Games work. Every little detail, rules, featured events.<br/>The characters. Even the minor characters has something in them what makes you can not forget them.<br/>There isn't an easy solution for every problem. They have to fight for it. They have to suffer for even a minute rest.<br/>Lots of ACTION!! Yes i'm an adrenaline junkie, so bring it on baby!!<br/><br/>What i didn't like:<br/>There was one thing, i didn't like. Katniss talking about the same thing over and over. And after several times i got tired of it, that i had to read about it AGAIN.<br/><br/>OVERALL: I'm so so so happy that i've read this book. This is one book worth reading. I was afraid that the slowness at the beginning will be annoying and exhausting, but no. I really liked the story, so it turned out well. You know my favourite genre is in between the Urban Fantasy and the Paranormal romance, and i think this was the second (i have no idea what was the 1st...) Dystopia book i've read. And i just falling in love with this genre. I'm looking very much forward to read Catching Fire.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OEN76GFGAN08?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a gripping book. While it is referred to as ""teen fiction"" I think one can use the term ""teen"" loosely; while it might be geared toward a younger age bracket, adults will certainly enjoy it as well. It's well-written with an excellent plot, and the themes are certainly very adult (e.g. rebelling against big brother, human rights, the role of violence). I read the entire series in two days; you absolutely cannot put them down.<br/><br/>That said, it's obviously not a universally appealing book. The same themes that make the novel thought-provoking are upsetting, and the action that makes you unable to put them down will not appeal to all. Collins kills characters, which isn't easy. But she does so for the advancement of the plot and to make the grim dystopia more threatening and tangible. The violence is neither gratuitous nor over the top, given the premise of the series. I generally don't like violent stories, but found these very compelling. They'll leave you emotionally drained and hungering for more. I would recommend parental judgement be used if younger teens want to read these.<br/><br/>A brief introduction: This is set in a future, dystopian North America in the nation of Panem. There are twelve districts ruled by the Capitol. At some point in the past, they and a thirteenth district rebelled. The Capitol triumphed and destroyed the thirteenth district. As punishment and a reminder of their subservience, each of the twelve must send one boy and one girl (ages 12-18) as tribute to the Capitol each year to participate in the ""Hunger Games."" The tributes are placed in an arena made to look like some ecosystem (it could be a desert, jungle, tundra, anything) and have fight to the death. These games are televised and serve as ""entertainment."" The victor is sent home wealthy. The districts range in affluence. The protagonist, Katniss Everdeen, is from the very poor District 12 that mines coal. This places District 12 tributes at a disadvantage, as they possess no fighting skills and are often malnourished.<br/><br/>Katniss is a feisty, likeable heroine. She and the other characters are well-developed. Collins is an excellent writer who successfully combines action with character development and dry humor. I highly recommend these books; you won't be able to put them down!<br/><br/>Katniss is a resourceful sixteen-year-old who often breaks the law to sneak under a fence and hunt in the woods, which is forbidden. She must do this to survive, as her father was killed years ago in a mining accident. This caused her mother to become depressed, and the burden of providing for her mother and sister, Prim, fell to Katniss. She became a successful hunter and gatherer, skilled with a bow. She loves Prim more than anything. When tributes are chosen, Prim is nervous. Katniss comforts her, telling her that since she is only 12, her name is only in the lottery once, and she is unlikely to be chosen. Unfortunately, she is. At this, Katniss volunteers to take her place.<br/><br/>She is then flung into a world in which she must dress and act a certain way to gain support and sponsors, who may pay to ease her way in the Games. Advised only by a former victor from her district, the perpetually drunk Haymitch Abernathy, she must learn quickly. Along the way, she gets to know her fellow tribute, Peeta Mellark. She becomes close to her stylist, Cinna, who is a source of support and wisdom for her.<br/><br/>As she and Peeta spin tales of love to gain sympathy, Katniss must decide whose feelings are real and fake. And in the arena, she must fight to survive. The choices she makes change her, and ultimately affect all of Panem.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RD6JOL33PI1N?ASIN=0439023521	I'm Left Wanting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins has done a great job with The Hunger Games. I just got a new Kindle Fire and this was the first book I read on it.<br/><br/>It's a good book, so good I read it in two days. For someone who normally takes weeks to finnish books, that's saying something. The beginning of the book is a little slow, but as you begin to see the main character's past and learn about their world you begin to become so intrigued, you want to keep reading. I do wish that Collins would have elaborated more on the ""post-apocolyptic"" world that she created. I would have enjoyed more detail so that i would be able to understand what to imagine, because at times it seems like these people are living in severe poverty caused by the apocalypse, but at other times it seems like the technology is still very advanced. Even though this is kind-of explained by the fact that there are different districts, there still isn't much explanation why, and it leaves you wanting.<br/><br/>The only real problem I encountered in reading the book was that up until the middle/last third of the book you are lead to believe that the climax and most of the action that will draw you in will be physical, action packed, and that Katniss will have to use her bow skills to defeat enemies and whatnot, actually turns out to be more emotional and instead of focusing on the fighting between competitors, all of a sudden this becomes one huge love story and you barely read a page without Katniss kissing Peeta, and reading hints of some sort of emotional struggle that she is now going through. I'm sorry, but if I wanted to read Twilight, I would have.<br/><br/>While that was annoying and I finished the book wishing that it would have had a better finnish, it wasn't totally bad. While at times corny and reminding me of a high school teenage girl, I did enjoy the book and will probably read the second. I guess you could say that I was hoping that it would be a more neutral book, not focusing too much on physical fighting and action (what some would see as viscously male) and not focusing too much on love and an inner fight of emotional proportion (what is seen as feminine). That's why the book gets a 4/5.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FFU2LYAOQAHQ?ASIN=0439023521	Reviews by Patricia's Particularity	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am still pretty new to the Dystopian genre in YA Literature.  This has been by choice.  But now after reading a few Dystopian novels I am asking myself ""Why did I wait? What was I afraid of?"" If all Dystopian books are written like this then my fears will vanish!<br/><br/>As many other fellow reviewers have stated, The Hunger Games is very very addictive.  I cannot quite put my finger on why, but you immediately become invested in the book, the plot and the characters.  You automatically feel a connection to each character, even beyond Katniss, through Katniss' own emotions for them.  Katniss lives within the poorest and dirtiest of all 12 Districts.  She is forced to hunt outside of District 12 and takes constant risks to make sure that her mother and sister do not starve to death (something that is quite common in District 12).  Her ally in this is Gale.  At first I thought Gale and Katniss made the perfect couple, understanding each other so clearly.  That is until she meets Peeta after volunteering to take her sister's place in the Hunger Games.<br/><br/>The relationship between Katniss and Peeta has you constantly guessing - not only about Katniss' feelings for Peeta and Peeta's for Katniss but also Peeta's intentions and role in the Game.  Its through the Game that Katniss' real strengths really shine.  And of course we cannot forget Peeta's feelings and role.<br/><br/>Again, I cannot quite put my finger on why this book was so addictive.  I found the character development quite wonderful and Suzanne Collins' plot lines unique and interesting.  Once you step back from this book you find that there are many layers to not only the plot but to the characters as well.  In terms of quickness, this is easily a novel you could have read and an audiobook to listen to in one day.  I am definitely looking forward to picking up the sequel!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2J4R23EFWQM6M?ASIN=0439023521	SUCH a great read!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Everyone on here writing One Star reviews for The Hunger Games don't seem to be very open minded. You may not like some of the things Collins did with the story; doesn't mean anything was wrong with it. Some of the reviews on here talk about how it's a shame that it was from Katniss' view, and not just generally narrated; the fact that you didn't get to know more about the other characters and what they were feeling and going through. THAT'S THE POINT! Have you ever been in certain situations and not know what other people are feeling or thinking at all times? Happened to me!!! hard to believe...I know!! ......... come on people!!!!<br/><br/>So aside from the one star reviews, yes, this is a magnificent story! I mean, again, the story is told from the perspective of a 16 year old girl and I think the author does a fantastic job of capturing her adolescent behavior/emotions. Some of the reviews dissed the author's ""word usage"", saying it was ""too simple of a read""..again, how sophisticated would you expect a 16 year old from a broken down nation to be? I think the dialogue of the novel throughout is spot on. It doesn't take away from the story at all...it adds much more endearment and charm to the characters with just how smart they actually are. You don't need dialogue of Shakespeare to develop a complex story line! And the fact that there's not necessarily a full-out happy ending that everyone knows and loves is just asking for too much. After going through something as traumatic as killing other human beings for entertainment, you're never going to be the same...EVER AGAIN! You have to know this is fiction, and for the most part, fantasy. A lot of people can't seem to place themselves in said situation and understand the psychological repercussions of your actions!<br/><br/>SOO...I kind of just wanted to post this for all to see and understand the close-mindedness of the One Star reviews. This is really a great story for all ages. Everyone says it's directed towards young adults, but so was Harry Potter and look how well that did amongst people of all ages! ;) Again, just doing a bashing of my own on the One Star-ers. There's a reason you'll come across 2800 5 star reviews...it's well worth it. Oh, and I don't know if it's just the Kindle version I got from my friend, but I found quite a few spelling and grammatical errors in the first book, so I'd recommend purchasing the physical book. If that doesn't bother you a whole lot, then the Kindle version is just fine. Hope this was helpful!! And this is my first review on anything on Amazon. Just felt compelled to defend this series!!! GET ALL 3 BOOKS!! :D<br/><br/>Aaron</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3U1SV9S4HUIL4?ASIN=0439023521	Skeptic no longer	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I will admit that this book, for the longest time, I did not want to read. Why? Because my wife read it right around the same time she read all the twilight novels and its a ""teen"" book so I grouped this book into the same category. Wow, was I wrong. Dead wrong...<br/><br/>This book took me about 60 pages to really get into but after that it was a, I have to stay up to finish this book, type of book. The gist of the story is the USA is no more. A Capital has taken over the country and divided up the US into 12 districts each providing a unique product to the capitol. Every year to remind the districts that the Capitol is in control they choose a boy and a girl from each district and pit them against each other in a battle royale titled The Hunger Games. There can only be one victor and he or she is then given money, a home and are removed from ever entering the games again.<br/><br/>Katniss, the protagonist of this book is chosen in the games and is pitted against a fellow district boy who saved her life when she was younger and starving to death. Throughout the games allies are formed, betrayals are had and the end is something the Capitol doesn't want. Hope. Hope for the overthrow of a nation.<br/><br/>The story started off a bit slow but once she is chosen for the games zips right along and continues at a break neck pace till the last sentence of the book. There is quite a bit of violence in this book, which is to be expected in a battle royale situation but I found the violence to be less then I expected. About 4 years ago I read ""Battle Royale"" by Koushun Takami which is in a way a similar book. That book was very, very violent. So, I was expecting something similar to that. But being a Teen book there isn't any way it could be.<br/><br/>The only down fall about this book, and this is coming from a males perspective, is the whole love triangle thing. Of course this book had to have one to appease the teenyboppers but I wish they could have not put so much into it. But at the same time it plays into the next book more than I had realized upon reading this first installment.<br/><br/>With the third and final act of the hunger games coming out next week, I am very eager to see how she wraps things up.<br/>If you want a book about a big brother, to the death type book. Read this book. You will not be disappointed.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3A1V66FIFZ1PQ?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't Put This Book Down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Oh my. Where to begin? This gem of a book has been forever the top of the list on Amazon.com. I never payed much attention (if any) to it. Unfortunately, whenever I read what at the time I considered the best book ever, I feel as if I'm never going to find a book quite like it. That's what happened before this book. But, boy, was I wrong! I am not exaggerating, I LITERALLY did not put this down until 4:45 AM, because my Kindle's battery died on me (oh the HORROR).<br/><br/>I loved the concept of it, despite how disturbing it was, and at the beginning, I couldn't help but wondering, ""Wow, what was Suzanne thinking when she came up with such a plot?!"" The characters are unforgettable, each with little specs that make you love/hate them in their own special way. The narrator's in depth point of view provides valuable insight to what was going on through her head at the time. Collins' writing is simple, yet captivating, in a way that makes you desire to read more. It hurt a lot when this book ended, but it's partly my fault because I read it in nine hours.<br/><br/>Of course, there is a good amount of violence, so I'd reccomend this to 12+ audience at the very least. While the concept is pretty brutal, it is all the most engaging. This book is action packed, and I absolutely cannot wait for the movie!<br/><br/>In the many reviews that I had read before reading this book, I unfortunately came across a great deal of spoilers that particularly flawed the reading experience. I know how some of you feel about spoilers, so I won't bother to say anything about the plot or what happens in the end (although it is a bit predictable)!<br/><br/>It's been a while since I've felt this way about a book. While I'm quite sure there are many other books similar to its life or death plot, for some reason, this is unique. While I read the other two books, I will be eagerly and painfully awaiting the release of the Hunger Games movie. If you choose to read this, enjoy!<br/><br/>- A satisfied reader!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMHH3AJ9M8O27?ASIN=0439023521	Good Timing for current events	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The timing of Ms. Collin's trilogy couldn't be better with the Occupy movement inflaming long suppressed feelings in the US about class distinctions and inequality.  As a work of social and political fiction, it has ignited my interest more than anything I have read in recent years. And Ms.Collins manages the political content without ever appearing to get on a soap box.  I am currently on the third book, ""Mockingjay"" which starts a little slow compared to the first two.<br/><br/>Ms. Collin's heroin, Katniss, is one of the most interesting woman characters I have encountered, rivaling Ayla in Jean Auel's ""Cave Bear"" series.  She is a reluctant participant in events much bigger than her personal world.  She also displays the 'woods smart' savvy and focus forced on her by her circumstances (e.g. feeding her family) while retaining some of the emotional issues of a teenage girl.  Ms. Collins also does a fine job balancing the front stories of the political and social events with the back stories of Katniss's family and friends.<br/><br/>I predict that when the movie comes out next year, it will get a lot of media attention due to its political implications.<br/><br/>When I wrote the preceeding part of this review, I was about 1/3 way through the third book. The third book starts out slowly and Katniss seems to have become a little flakey as a character.  I wondered if Ms. Collins had run out of plot and ideas.  Then things pick up and Mockingjay adds the most complex themes of all three novels.  For example that sometimes it is difficult to know if you are doing right or wrong or to know for sure what the truth is. Not wanting to leave spoilers, I will just say that the ending was satisfying to me and all the major plot threads are resolved. The point is graphically made that the only real legacy that violence leaves is more violence.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PFI36SJ731KV?ASIN=0439023521	Read it immediately	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">How many of us spend any time imagining what our country or our world may be like in 100, 1000, 10,000 years?<br/><br/>Hunger Games is one of the few books that both myself and my kids found fascinating. It was recommended summer reading for our 14 yr. old and, to my surprise, he almost literally devoured it in less than one day and immediately asked for 'part two' which he got instantly (Kindle magic). Out of curiosity I tried it myself and... guess what, I finished it in maybe 2 days, then continued with 'part two', then 'part three'.<br/><br/>Initial plot classification - think of Stephen King's 'The Running Man' with a lot more context. America as we know it is gone and, centuries later all that's left is Panem, consisting of 'the Capitol', Evil Empire's rotten core, and the 12 impoverished 'districts' whose attempt at secession was defeated by the Capitol some 75 years ago. The districts are now reduced to specialized suppliers tasked with meeting Capitol's needs, constantly reminded of their past defeat, occupied and ruled by a force of ruthless 'peace keepers', the inhabitants arrested, tortured and executed for such capital offenses as bearing anything resembling a 'weapon' or crossing the district's electrified fenced border without authorization. Each district must provide 2 young teens, a boy and a girl to compete in the annual Hunger Games from each only one out of the 24 contestants emerges alive. The Hunger Games is one way the Capitol reminds the defeated districts who won the last war and who is still in control.<br/><br/>Hunger Games is the story of Katniss, a 16 year old girl from 'District 12', the poorest of all districts, who volunteers into the games so that her 12 year old beloved sister may live. There's a lot more to the story but this is a book that's better read than read about in a review.<br/><br/>Ms. Collins takes no prisoners. She wrote a story that's both depressingly and uncompromisingly dark and, surprisingly, daringly insightful into the meaning and the ultimate worth of human life, freedom, love, compassion, self sacrifice as they manifest themselves and transform themselves under extreme conditions. The Hunger Games are a captivating spectacle no one in Panem is allowed to miss. Suzanne Collins' chronicle of the 73rd edition of the games is a story we must all read because it depicts one possible future.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WFC7YH7NVMF7?ASIN=0439023521	Absolutely Riveting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">In the last several years I haven't been moved a single time to write a review for any of the (probably hundreds) of books that I've read.<br/><br/>I'm moved today.<br/><br/>About four days ago I started in on The Hunger Games, a book which I'd heard a lot about, but hadn't yet had the gumption to delve into. I started slow, downloading the first installment to my Kindle thinking that if I didn't like it, I would only be out 5 bucks.<br/><br/>Four days later I'm finished the entire trilogy.<br/><br/>I literally could not put it down and found myself 'sneaking' peeks at the LCD-lit pages of my iPhone Kindle app while I was at work. The story is enthralling and the portraits of the characters are just as enthralling. Collins describes in the first pages the relationship between Katniss and her sister Prim's cat, Buttercup. In this small and simple description we learn exactly who Katniss is going to be, and we spend the next three books sucked into a world of action, romance, and ambivalent moments of will-she, won't-she that kept me absolutely riveted to the pages.<br/><br/>Throughout the entire ordeal I kept finding myself on pins and needles trying to figure out what was going to happen. In this day in age it's rare to find something so unpredictable and delightfully frustrating in a YA book. There were times during the story that I actually heard myself talking to the pages with a sudden gasp or an ""Oh, no..."" or a ""That's heartbreaking..."" It didn't take me long to realize that I was emotionally invested in every character that was thrown at me. I tried to puzzle out which male protagonist would be the one to finally win Katniss over, but the two men of the story were so evenly painted that I could find no obvious favoritism toward one or the other.<br/><br/>There is death and violence, but there is the always-indelible Peeta there to lighten the mood and make us a little sentimentally squishy in the aftermath.<br/><br/>A perfect balance of light and dark.<br/><br/>I mowed through this entire series in four days and when I was done I wanted to pick up The Hunger Games and start all over again. The story lingered with me long after I put it down, and I'm suddenly thrown into that silly pool of fangirls that will, inevitably, be standing in line for the soon-to-be silver screen adaptation of the series.<br/><br/>I sincerely hope they can do it justice.<br/><br/>May the odds be ever in their favor...<br/><br/>A.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2D15CZAGITWZ1?ASIN=0439023521	Surprised.......	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I first saw an excerpt of this book on Stephenie Meyer's website I figured if she liked it, and I like her books, then I should like it too. Well, after the first handfull of pages I wasn't into the story so I wrote it off. A couple of months back I heard that they were making the Hunger Games into a movie. I was at the local bookstore, picked up the book and read the inside cover. I thought to myself that this book sounded very interesting and why in the heck didn't I finish reading the excerpt on the website. Anyway, I did something that I never, ever do anymore....I bought all 3 without reading a single one. I have bought the first and second book in a series and I usually have to force myself to get though the first book and never pick up the second. I read them back to back and enjoyed each one to the point where I want to read them again. My son, who is 17, commented that some of his friends where talking about the book and if he could borrow the Hunger Games. I told him that it starts slow, but you will know when the story begins to pick up. He loved the book! Now, he is not a reader like me and won't read them back to back. I'm waiting for school to start again and maybe, just maybe he will have the second book read by the time the first movie comes out. I don't like to critique books because everyone has a reading style, or an author they prefer. And I never use reviews as a basis to buy or not to buy a book. I like to tell people the story of how I came across the book because there is always someone out there with a story similar to yours. This book, for you, might have been 'my daughter left it lying on the kitchen counter and I grabbed it on my way to the doctor's office because, as you know, the magazines stink'. Everyone has their own story...what is yours?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RP9EV6N2CWY68?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing, but not for the faint of heart	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I purchased this book because of all the hype I'd been hearing about it, and I must say, it did not disappoint. I finished the whole trilogy over the course of 3 days because it is, without a doubt, an edge-of-your seat thriller.<br/><br/>Many people have voiced concerns about the brutality of the book, it is gory, it is graphic, and it is slightly disturbing. That's the point. The author is making a show of what war-torn and violent countries are like for children. People rage on about the violence in ""The Hunger Games"" and how it disturbed them, apparently forgetting that there are parts of the world where children (younger then 12, mind you) are actually given weapons and told to kill or be killed. Yes, this book will stick with you. Yes, I have had continued strange and disturbing dreams because of it, but that does not negate its merit as a good or worthwhile book and I'm still glad I read it.<br/><br/>The setting is not far removed from many dystopian futures, and I cannot speak to the similarities mentioned between this series and some international books, but this one is a good read, it's exciting, the characters are interesting, the setting isn't too far from home and you will not be able to put it down until you get to the end.<br/><br/>No, some of the characters are not particularly likeable, the protagonist included. I, personally, tend to like having a main character who has motives and actions that I question, it makes it interesting. You don't have to love Katniss all the time, and you probably won't, but that doesn't make her unworthy or her story less thrilling, and even when you don't like her, there are many other much more likeable characters to cling to.<br/><br/>I wouldn't recommend this for younger children. It is a bit brutal in places, but for older kids, upper middle school/high school, I think it would be great. I'm a graduate student with a soft spot for young adult fiction, and I really enjoyed it, if ""enjoy"" is the appropriate word for things like this.<br/><br/>Basically, this is a quick read, but one that will stay with you for a long time, be prepared to be shocked, disturbed and occasionally disappointed. You will not regret reading it, but you certainly won't forget it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFXR64MH1REYC?ASIN=0439023521	Tragic Flaw	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This review contains very minor spoilers<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is a good book. For the most part, it's fast-paced and the characters are likable enough. The plot is also very interesting. The book really held my attention until the very end. But I will get to that.<br/><br/>First of all, the premise of the book is pretty dark. The US is now Panem, divided into 12 districts plus the ruling Capitol, and every year a raffle called the reaping takes place in all 12 districts, where two children aged 12-18 are selected to compete in The Hunger Games, a 24-person battle to the death, where only one can walk out alive. And the entire thing is televised and required viewing in all districts, as a reminder to the population that the Capitol has complete control over their lives.<br/><br/>The story is told from the perspective of Katniss Everdeen, a 16 year-old girl whose sister's name is drawn from the reaping ball, and through a rule in the games, is allowed to volunteer to take her place. Her life is a tragic story, as are most protagonists; father killed when she was 11 or so and her mother slips into depression, leaving her to step up and assume the responsibilities of feeding her family. Her absent mother and dead father force Katniss to grow up too quickly, and she turns out rather emotionally shut off.<br/><br/>All of this is fine, up to a point. But the first thing that started to break my immersion with the book was that from the beginning Katniss is painted as a pretty cold and calculating person. Even after volunteering to take her sister's place and thinking she was never going to make it back alive, she sheds no tears. But at a certain points throughout the second half and especially towards the end, Katniss is portrayed as being just like any other 16 year-old girl. Being irrational and overly emotional, when from the beginning she is supposed to be some distant and aloof loner, with only one real friend. There is no inherent problem in any of this. Maybe being forced to kill another human breaks something inside of her, and she has to confront these strange new emotions...<br/><br/>But the problem is, that idea is never explored. When I was reading some of the critic's reviews of this book, one that piqued my interest said that the author explored the effect of war on children. Except there is no real exploration. We are told what happens, and given Katniss's reaction to it, without giving us the reasoning why she is reacting this way. Writing too much can be just as harmful to a book as not writing enough. There should be a happy medium though. It breaks my personal suspension of disbelief when I am presented with two conflicting ideas that the author is trying to create. Firstly, that Katniss is supposed to be logical and detached from the moment, and secondly that there are some emotional situations she just can't see to deal with without throwing an irrational and uncontrolled temper tantrum.<br/><br/>Again, neither of these two ideas are conflicting necessarily, until you see the context they are presented in. She has no qualms about putting an arrow through the neck of a fellow combatant, but she freaks out when she has to contemplate which of the two heart-throbs she will choose. And that is the major flaw  in the book that I found. That towards the end especially, the book becomes about some stupid love triangle, and all I could think about was the Twilight saga and all the teenage drama. Emotional betrayal and the like. It is way too juvenile considering the darkness of the premise of the story. It's fine to have a romance sub-plot, it's even fine to write a book where The Hunger Games are secondary to the drama of the love triangle. But the major flaw in The Hunger Games is that for the first seven-eighths of the book the focus is almost entirely on the games themselves. And then suddenly the focus shifts to this completely unnecessary drama involving two great guys and this very flawed girl. You can't do that and maintain a theme. I felt the end of the book was all wrong in terms focus.<br/><br/>However, I am not trying to turn anyone away from reading The Hunger Games. It's a good book. But I think you will probably get more out of it if you are in your teens (and I'm not being demeaning when I say that). The problem for me is that I have read a fair amount of books aimed at teenagers that pull off their premises without coming across as being completely out of place.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GE3ZX2K43BZQ?ASIN=0439023521	YA Post-Apocalyptic World - Need I Say More?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">YA post-apocalyptic world where kids are forced to fight each other to the death in amped up Gladiator-like games with better technology.  Need I say more?  Oh wait, there's also great writing, well-paced suspense, and endearing characters who show room for growth and development.<br/><br/>Collins takes us to some point in the dark future or alternate reality where North America is instead known as Panem with a Capitol and 13 districts.  The districts eventually rebelled until the Capitol squashed them and completely destroyed District 13.  After the rebellion the Capitol established the Hunger Games, a sick and twisted annual ""game"" where each of the remaining 12 districts hold ""reapings"" to randomly select 1 boy and 1 girl (the ""tributes"") to fight to the death, televised in a huge outdoor arena, until 1 tribute remains.  The Capitol cruelly forces everyone to celebrate the Games as a festivity to add further humiliation and to remind all of the districts how they are totally at the mercy of the Capitol.<br/><br/>Hunger Games follows the main character Katniss Evergreen (ugh to name), a 16 year-old girl who lives in District 12, who is pushed into the world of the Hunger Games.  Like any good heroine, Katniss is smart and resourceful with absentish parents and several potential love interests.  While Katniss' world is bleak and grim, she's managed to carve out an interesting and manageable life that readers can take pleasure in reading and imagining, all while remaining in the safety and comfort of lush in comparison homes.  Collins has created a survivor character we can live vicariously through and root for, while keeping her from being a total emotional zombie by adding Prim and Gale (and later, other characters tied to the Hunger Games) to the mix.<br/><br/>When you pick up Hunger Games, be sure to do it when you have free time over the next few days because as soon as you finish it you will be on to the next one, and then the one after that, and then you'll be sad that the series is over but glad to not have to wait on a cliffhanger for a year as you wait for the next book (Bah - I'm looking at you Alchemyst series!).</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CT8B00216QZN?ASIN=0439023521	Let The Games Begin!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm in 7th grade and never intended on reading this book until my best friend who is the biggest Jabberjay I'd ever met (in case you didn't know, Jabberjay is what extreme Hunger Games fans are called) made me. If you've never met a 13 year old girl, you should know that they can be VERY persuasive. But as soon as I read the first chapter, I was completely hooked! I think the whole thing is amazing and I loved the whole romance between Katniss and Peeta, who are honestly the best characters in this entire series. I was so intrigued in reading this book, I became obsessed with reading it! I read all 3 books in 2 days! It was definately a spine-tingling, exhillerating book that keeps you wanting more.<br/><br/>  The story is based in a country called Panem in the future after North American fails. The country consists of 12 Districts and a Capitol. In the past, the Districts attempted to overthrow the Capitol, but lost. As a concequence of losing the war against the Capitol, each year a boy and a girl from each District from the age 12 to 17 would be choosen from a ballot to compete in the national ""Hunger Games."" In the Hunger Games, the 24 children are forsed to fight to the death until only one remains, becoming the Victor. When 16 year old Katniss Everdeen's 12 year old sister, Prim, is chosen from the ballot, she volenteers in fear for her sister so she can prevent her from dying. Peeta Mellark, the bakers son, is the boy Tribute from District 12, and will go in the Games with Katniss.<br/><br/>  After the ""74th Annual Hunger Games"" begin, the judge announces that the Tributes from the same Districts are allowed to work with one another, if still alive. Katniss and Peeta, who have formed a romance, work together until (spoiler!!!) they are the only 2 left. But instead of them winning as a team, the judge announces that the rules have been changed back and there can only be 1 Victor. But the 2 District 12 Tributes have decided that they cannot live without one another and don't want to be treated like ""a piece in the Capitol's games"". Will Katniss win and Peeta die? Will Peeta win and Katniss die? Or will they both eat the poisionous berries called ""Nightlock"" that they found so that they can be together forever? Read Suzanne Collins's ""The Hunger Games"" to find out, and... ""May The Odds Be Ever In Your Favor!""</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6Z7CAF9DKEH6?ASIN=0439023521	Addicting!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The first time I read this, I gave it a 5 star review. However, when I went back to reread it objectively, my opinion of it dropped significantly.<br/>Also, I'd like to get it out of the way right now: the writing really bothered me in that it was in present tense. In my opinion, that makes it harder to really get into the story because it's supposed to be happening right now. I suppose someone who is easily absorbed into a story wouldn't have as much of a problem with this.<br/><br/>I do think that there are a lot of good things about this book. I don't think it will become a classic, and you'll ever be able to use it on the AP English Lit exam. But, it's still good for entertainment's sake. The symbolism is certainly not subtle, and the book introduces no ground-breaking or revolutionary ideas.<br/>The characterization is very good. I felt like Katniss could be a real person at some point in time. Although, I'll admit I wanted to slap her and tell her to just settle down with Peeta, for god's sake.<br/><br/>I also think the premise is very good. I hear a lot of people saying it has a major plot hole. They say that no parent would ever let their child be taken. That things would never be this bad. Is it really that unrealistic, though? Think of the things we tolerate from our own governments in this modern, ""enlightened"" day and age. Privacy violations, profiling, constant monitoring, snoopy officials, people in prison for things they never did. People being tortured simply because they were the wrong religion and in a certain country at a certain time. We put up with all of this, we simply turn the other cheek and claim it's for the good of the country. For ""national security."" Isn't that the excuse given for The Hunger Games? They're for national security.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CMJXR4RVSVNL?ASIN=0439023521	A good, though disturbing, read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Sometimes I can be really slow getting around to reading things in my TBR stack and I have been slow getting to this novel. I have had several people mention it to me over time, but just recently a good friend told me I really NEEDED to read this. She was incredibly animated in her enthusiasm so I decided to bite the bullet and read it. I typically don't enjoy YA fiction, with the exception of Harry Potter which I think is wonderful (and stood in line at midnight on more than one occasion to purchase the latest installment).<br/><br/>""The Hunger Games"" is set in what used to be the United States of America. The country as we know it has collapsed and a new country named Panem has replaced it. The new government has total control of its citizens who live in twelve districts and the Capitol (located in the Rocky Mountains). Every year, the Capitol oversees the Hunger Games when 24 young people, one boy and one girl from each district, fight until only one of them is left alive. Katniss is our main character and is a 16-year-old girl competing for her district in what was formerly Appalachia. The boy competing from her district is Peeta, the baker's son who she has encountered before but really doesn't know and appears to be very unprepared for the task at hand. The novel begins on the day the two teenagers are selected and follows all the preparations leading up to the Games, the Games themselves, and what happens to the survivor after everything is over.<br/><br/>As a story, I found myself reading very quickly to find out what was going to happen and read it in just a couple of days. It is well-written and while not terribly complex, it definitely doesn't ""talk down"" to the younger audience it has been written for. I also appreciated how much better it is than much of the YA literature that is available with their major themes of popularity, overt sex, and superficial fluff. While there is the requisite love interest(s) it is just one theme of many, not the center of the book --- much appreciated by this particular mother. The basis of the story is disturbing (children killing children) so a parent would need to be very aware of the level of maturity of the young person reading it to know if the subject matter is appropriate.<br/><br/>Bottom line - enjoyed it enough to continue on with the second book in the series and to recommend it (with qualifications) to other parents of young adults.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YMLO85BZTOIS?ASIN=0439023521	A solid book with some minor issues	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Over a century from now, North America is a land ravaged by floods and war. Out of the ashes a new nation, Panem, has emerged, consisting of the glorious city known as the Capitol and twelve outlying districts which only exist to provide the Capitol with resources (a thirteenth district was destroyed in a rebellion three-quarters of a century ago). To keep the people in line, the government enforces the Hunger Games, a reality TV show where twenty-four teenage boys and girls must fight one another for survival in a game of wits and strength.<br/><br/>Sixteen-year-old Katniss Everdeen volunteers to take the place of her sister when she is selected for the Games. Transported to a hostile wilderness, Katniss must use every bit of her cunning and her training as a hunter to prevail.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is the first book in the trilogy of the same name. First published in 2008, it has become a hugely successful novel, spawning two sequels and a forthcoming movie adaptation, and has won plaudits from both younger readers and adults alike (Stephen King is a noted fan).<br/><br/>The premise is unoriginal but Collins nevertheless executes it reasonably well. This is a brisk read where Collins develops the plot and delivers action beats with skill, but not at the expense of characterisation (though, with only two characters of note to develop, this isn't as challenging as it could be). Katniss is an intriguing but more interesting is the way that Collins establishes the motivation and character of Peeta, Katniss's sometimes-ally in the games, since we only see him through Katniss's eyes. Characters outside these two are less well-developed, however.<br/><br/>Collins also holds back on exploring the full savagery of the games, perhaps understandably given the target audience. Still, there is the feeling that we more hear about how horrible the games are rather than seeing them in full flow (one tense moment involving mutated dogs aside). In addition, we know very little about the other contestants. A couple get some nice moments in the sun so we feel bad when they die, but generally the focus of the game itself is the mental battle of wills and PR that Katniss and Peeta are playing with the people running the game. This is surprising and considerably more difficult than just showing the contestants offing one another, since this struggle can only by necessity be depicted through one side, since we only have Katniss's POV, so we, like her, can only guess what the people in the Capitol are up to. To Collins' credit she pulls it off, and works in a couple of interesting themes about reality TV, bloodsports, PR and marketing into the bargain.<br/><br/>The book does have a potential problem in that it does come off very much like a Battle Royale-lite. Whilst that's not a problem if you've never read or seen Battle Royale, if you have then the weaknesses of The Hunger Games become slightly more apparent. Most notably, whilst Collins' Games are cruel, they don't match the shocking harshness that Royale achieves by simply having all the contestants be in the same school year, meaning they've known one another for years before having to kill one another. In that sense, Koushan Takami scores higher with some of the things he wants to say about youth and teenager-hood being a Darwinian struggle for survival. At the same time, the two works, whilst stemming from the same basic idea, are aimed in rather different directions and Takami benefits from a much greater word-count and a more adult audience to work with, so comparisons between the two are fair only up to a point.<br/><br/>Moving on from that, The Hunger Games (****) is a fast-paced, enjoyable read with some interesting (if hardly revelatory) things to say about celebrity and PR, not to mention a counter-intuitive approach to the inevitable romance story, but suffers a little from the well-mined premise and patchy characterisation. The novel is available now in the UK and USA.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DUUDEJ1BB9CF?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Back cover:<br/>""Winning means fame and fortune. Losing means certain death. The Hunger Games have begun...<br/>In the ruins of a place once known as North America lies the nation of Panem, a shining Capitol surrounded by twelve outlying districts. The Capitol is harsh and cruel and keeps the district in line by forcing them to send one boy and one girl between the ages of twelve and eighteen to participate in the annual Hunger Games, a fight to the death on live TV.<br/>Sixteen year old Katniss Everdeen regards it as a death sentence when she steps forward to take her sister's place in the Games. But Katniss has been close to dead before--and survival, for her, is second nature. Without really meaning to, she becomes a contender. But if she is to win, she will have to start making choices that weigh survival against humanity and life against love.""<br/><br/>More info:<br/>The story is told in first-person through the eyes of sixteen-year-old Katniss, and is well-written. It starts out somewhat slow at first but quickly gets to the point of the story--by the end of the first chapter the contestants for the Hunger Games have been chosen. After this the pacing picks up, and the author doesn't waste time adding in pointless filler, staying right on track with the story. There is plenty of action and suspense but very little romance. PARENTS: This is definitely a book for older teens since the plot centers around 12-18yr olds having to fight to the death on live TV. It's not gory, but it can be disturbing/frightening.<br/><br/>Recommendations:<br/>This was a very intriguing read, but at the same time very chilling and disturbing. There was enough suspense to keep me turning the pages until the end, and there were a few very intense moments that had me on the edge of my seat. Now for the reason I gave it four stars...<br/><br/>*SPOILERS*<br/>To me, surviving the games seemed almost a little to easy for Katniss. We see her hunting and looking for water and sleeping in trees more than fighting for survival against the other competitors. I wondered how the author would pull off her character being put in a position where she has to kill others and still keep her likable. Well, the first time Katniss kills in indirect--she drops a nest of poisonous insects on her enemies while trapped in a tree. The second time it is justified--a competitor has just killed the young girl she allied with so she kills him in revenge. And the third time it is merciful--when the climax comes down to the final competitor he conveniently falls to a pack of mutant dogs and after a night of being slowly torn to pieces Katniss shoots him to put him out of his misery. The way these deaths came about just seemed a little too convenient for the character. It's not that I wanted her to kill anyone, it's just that that was a huge issue in the story and it seems that she didn't really have to deal with that.<br/>*END SPOILERS*<br/><br/>I recommend The Hunger Games but it definitely isn't for everyone. I really enjoyed it but I think I preferred the dystopian world of Lauren Olvier's Delirium.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUC17SFHLSMP9?ASIN=0439023521	Bleak Reality	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's taken me a long while to think about what to say about The Hunger Games trilogy. I really liked the books and they've earned a permanent place in my collection, but I wouldn't necessarily say they were enjoyable. There are many aspects that bring happiness to Katniss's life. But overall, the world Collins creates is very bleak, sometimes shocking with how oppressed the people are and what they are willing to let happen to them.<br/><br/>Collins's characters for the most part are full of depth and reality. I found myself very attached to Rue. It's not often that a book can move me to tears, but I was genuinely upset with what happens to her. So much so that even mentioning her later in the series had me tearing up then. While I related more to Katniss's personality, I couldn't love her as much as I did Rue. On the opposite end of the scale, I found Katniss's mother to be very shallow and two-dimensional, as if she was there only to serve the plot and not be a living, breathing character affected by all the change around her.<br/><br/>As much as I loathed the fate of some characters, it was refreshing not to see Collins hampered by death in a teen book. The lesson that human brutality may occur without any violence or lifting a finger was portrayed well, in addition to those scenes where violence was present. The world Collins creates is so detailed and rich I often found my dreams trapping me in Katniss's bleak world. There were times that I would take a break and have to remind myself that it was okay to go outside because the world in which I live is not as oppressive as hers.<br/><br/>I would definitely recommend this to anyone over 13. While I don't discourage anyone under 13 from reading it, I don't think the maturity level for anyone much younger is at a place to truly appreciate Katniss's struggle. Although, the violence may be disturbing for younger readers as well.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CQPQOUWMKEE6?ASIN=0439023521	The Concept Keeps You In It	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">""The Hunger Games"" is one of those concept pieces that was intriguing enough to pick up, even if I am an adult reading a ""young adult"" book.  Who doesn't like a good post-apocalyptic scenario?  America has been destroyed by environmental changes and war; a totalitarian regime has been established in its place.  At some point in the history of Panem, a rebellion occurred and was squashed.  Ever since, the twelve poverty-stricken districts that make up Panem must send two of their teenagers to a Roman Gladiator style battle to the death...just to make sure everyone knows who is really in charge.  Just the anticipation of how this would play out had me turning the pages just as fast I could tap the forward button on my Kindle.<br/><br/>I read several reviews before finally picking this up.  Many lower star reviews point to the extreme violence presented by the author.  I was expecting a gore-fest something akin to ""Kill Bill"" by their descriptions.  Nothing could be further from accurate.  The author handled this brutal game as finely as possible.  There were never any over-the-top descriptions of death.  Even those kills made by the main characters are done so in a light that doesn't make them murderers.  The author clearly sets up a set of antagonists to contrast the innocent nature of the main characters forced to kill or be killed.  Those who thought it too violent are probably too sensitive to read/watch war scenarios anyway.  I take away one star because I was actually longing for a bit more detail, particularly into the psyche that comes at the point of making a kill.  It seemed almost too fast-paced, oddly, like ""oh! we're already done with that subplot...moving on.""  To the point where I felt like in such awful circumstances, the main characters got off too easy.<br/><br/>A war is brewing and how it affects young people in all of their vulnerability is what the author focuses on.  What does battle force the innocent to become?  How can those pure of heart hang on to their innocence and love?  Those are the themes that come out of this book.<br/><br/>Looking forward to the next two!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36OSYBLECJAYI?ASIN=0439023521	Most amazing series ever!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I can't review this without spoilers (because here at Kathryn's Book Nook, we believe in honesty and sharing our try feelings - no I don't have multiple personality disorder). Anyway, a short preview before I spoiler (don't worry, there will be a warning).<br/><br/>To start off with, I felt intense apprehension about reading this book. Everyone I talked to who read it said that they loved it. People who didn't love Young Adult or Science Fiction loved this book. Now, I don't really know why this worried me - if anything it should have reassured me that I would love this book - but I just couldn't force myself to read it. I would pick it up in the book store to go to read it and I couldn't. It isn't that I am one of those people who can't read popular books, when I found out that Twilight was popular, I read it. The problem was that I just didn't think I could like this particular book. So two days ago, I picked up the book and started reading it (like a chore). I couldn't get into it... the first 12 pages were so boring. I had gotten that far before and then abandoned it. But I pushed through this time, and I am glad I did. All I can say is that if you haven't read this book, read it.<br/><br/>SPOILER ALERT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!<br/><br/>/~/<br/><br/>/~/<br/><br/>/~/<br/><br/>/~/<br/><br/>/~/<br/><br/>/~/<br/><br/>/~/<br/><br/>/~/<br/><br/>/~/<br/><br/>Okay, now lets get down to the nitty gritty feelings left because of the book... The first thing I want to address is Rue. I was devastated by her death. I cried (just a little bit) and I mourned her death. I know that it was inevitable, given the nature of the games, but I didn't think it would come so soon. I loved Rue. She reminds me of my younger sisters(when they were younger). I wanted to protect her from everything, including death. I love how her death was written, but I wanted more of her. I wanted there to be some way for her to be able to come out of it. Hearing that she was the oldest of six children only made her death more tragic.<br/><br/>Next to talked about is the proverbial elephant in the room... Peeta. I love Peeta. I wasn't so sure of him at the beginning, but through Katniss' distrust, i actually came to trust him. I could see what she could not see from the very beginning, he meant it when he said he liked her. When she explained his looks at her through their school years, I knew that he liked her. My real frustration is with Katniss at the end of the novel. How could she do that? I thought that she had really grown to love him. Some of the things that she did and said only seemed to indicate how much she loved him. The fact that she said that if she was the one who lived she would never really leave the arena... the fact she risked her life to get the medicine at the feast... everything seemed to indicate that she loved him. And Gale, please, she had chance with him and she didn't take it. He has been in the friend zone too long. She shouldn't even be thinking about him in any way except ""I can't wait to see my best friend again"" way. My heart broke for Peeta as he was walking away from her on the platform of the train station. I hope that she gets her act together (and quickly) and realizes that he is the one for her~<br/><br/>Perhaps that thing I can identify with the most is the love Katniss has for her younger sister, Primrose. I am the oldest of four girls and I know that I would do anything for my sisters. I would die for them, if that is what was called for. I try to picture myself in Katniss' shoes, when she hears her sisters name be called, and all I can think is that I would have done the exact same thing. In my case, it would have meant certain death (I have no outdoor skills at all) but I would have rather died then spend the rest of my life knowing that I could have saved my sister and I didn't. The protective love that an older sibling feels for a younger one is expertly portrayed here.<br/><br/>I can't imagine what it must have been like to be the parents of any of these characters. To be forced to watch on television while your child gets hunted down and killed. I can't imagine what it must be like to want your child to win, even then realizing that means that they must murder someone else's child. You want your child home safely, but when you are celebrating their continued life, some other mother is crying over the death of their child.<br/><br/>Another question I have is why did the guy from District 11 (I can't remember his name) take the bag belonging to District 2 and why didn't he kill the C guy (gosh I am forgetting names) while he had the chance? It seems to me, and I could be totally wrong about this, that he wanted to draw the guy from District 2 to fight him. He must have known that he would be the target for him after that. My theory, which is probably totally off-base, is that he didn't favor killing and that he had some feeling in his heart for Katniss. I am not saying that he had a crush or anything like that. But he seems to not really favor killing people. He didn't go for the goods in the beginning (obvious because he had no weapon except for the huge rock) and he hid out in the area that no one went into. He did kill Clover, but that seemed to be more because he was getting revenge for the death of little Rue, and even before he let Katniss go, he seemed to be hesitating about killing her. Others probably have far more accurate theories, but that is what I think.<br/><br/>Now another thing I observed about these books is the food colors. Off the top of my head there is the purple melon and the blue grapes. that just seems odd to me. I don't really understand the point of changing the color of common things. Maybe that will come up in the next book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQ0GNWS4EXOZE?ASIN=0439023521	kal	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've been recommending ""The Hunger Games"" to everyone I know. The trilogy is one the best series of books I have ever read, but it will NOT give you the warm and fuzzies. I read the entire trilogy in 3 days, and when I finished I went home, took a shower, and went to bad because I was absolutely drained. This book really gets under your skin and it will make you physically uncomfortable. It is disturbing and it challenges your initial thoughts and reactions, so you actually feel guilty for wanting bad things to happen to the characters you don't like. as far as I'm concerned, that's what a good book SHOULD do.  Suzanne Collins does truly awful things to her characters. There is violence, both against and initiated by children, oppression, and plenty of morally-ambiguous gray areas, but in making the characters suffer, Collins makes them grow and the books are superior for that reason. She have strong characters who are cruelly beaten down, but the reader gets to watch Katniss (the protagonist) and co. be awesome bad asses despite all the awfulness they go through.<br/><br/>I do have a few complaints, though. The first half is a bit slow and dull, but once you get through that the action picks up so quickly that you're just begging for the author to slow down and let you catch your breath for a minute. Unfortunately, when she does that 3/4 of the way through, it's to focus on a rather shallow-feeling romance. If you just get through that like I did, the story returns to the gripping, morally ambiguous, fast-paced action book and the romance even becomes more entertaining in ""Mockingjay,"" the third book. Second would be not enough world building--I was dying to know not just about the rest of Panem, the post-apocalyptic future country, but also the world outside of Panem. Finally, the writing style is first-person present. First person is my least favorite form of narrative format, but it's a style that works later on. Collin's choice is totally vindicated when you feel like you're right there with Katniss, even if it is a bit awkward when Katniss is, say, eating.<br/><br/>Others have complained about the book being too similar to ""Battle Royale,"" but having never read that, I cant comment on it. If you haven't read it, then I totally recommend this book no matter what. If you have, then you might be a bit disappointed, but I am so obsessed with this book I'll still recommend it to you. And to any Joss Whedon fans out there, I one million percent recommend this book to you.<br/><br/>Anyways, ""The Hunger Games is quite possibly the best children's/young adult book ever (except maybe ""The Golden Compass""), though I believe the only real reason it's billed as ""young adult,"" is because it has a 16-year-old protagonist. This is totally a book for adults, no matter what the author says, or what I just said a sentence ago.<br/><br/>[Oh, and I also recommended the ""Mark Reads"" blog posts on The Hunger Games, though the posts can be a bit repetitive at times as the audience is repeatedly struck speechless by the awesomeness and the horror that is ""The Hunger Games."" [...]]</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12WQHGQFYN85N?ASIN=0439023521	"PJ from LakeTapps says, ""This was in outstanding book!"""	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games<br/><br/>  Have you ever imagined what was to become of us in the future, and what things will happen? Well the hunger games might be the book for you. This book has everything, romance, violence, and suspense. If you're like me you will get hooked to this book. This book has 384 pages of pure awesomeness written by Suzanne Collins.<br/><br/>The whole enchilada<br/><br/>  This book was set in the future when civilization was crumbling apart. The hunger games are held every year with two names being drawn from all 12 districts. Some of you that have read this book know what districts are but if you haven't read this book let me fill you in, districts are what we know today as states, today we have a very civilized government but when the new government the ""Capital"" took power it was all but civilized. Unfortunately Prim (the main characters sister) name was drawn which causes Katniss (the main character) to take her place in the 74th annual Hunger Games, and this isn't no board game, this is full on chaos! It is hunt or be hunted. Oh. And there are some other things that happen, but you won't know until you get this awesome book. So I would definitely recommend this book, unless you're afraid.<br/><br/>Vomit for everyone!<br/><br/>  My favorite part in this book is when Katniss and Peeta are on their way to the capital on the train and Haymitch slips and falls into his own puke. I thought this was funny because who would get so drunk they would slip in their own puke! But this isn't the only funny part in this book there are tons more. So if you want a book with a hint of fun the hunger games maybe the book for you.<br/><br/> Smarter than a fifth Grader?<br/><br/>  The most important thing I learned from reading this book is that you don't have to be strong or fast, all you have to be is smart.<br/><br/>She has written two more!<br/><br/>  Some other books written by Suzanne Collins are, Catching Fire, and Mockingjay these are both award winning books and are the remaining books in The Hunger Games trilogy.<br/><br/>This book is for you, too!<br/><br/>  I would recommend this book to anyone in the need of a good book. But would caution anybody under the age of 11 because of violence. This was a GREAT book. So if you think this all sounds good go to your favorite book store or library or even buy it on your new fancy hi-tech e-reader.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3I54CJ38Q9SF1?ASIN=0439023521	Not just for teenagers	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely loved this book and I cannot wait to read the rest of the books in the series.<br/><br/>It did not grab me from the first page, or even the first chapter. I had to read 3 or 4 chapters before I really started getting into it. But once it gets rolling, hang on to your seat, because you are in for a wild ride.<br/><br/>The storyline is quite brutal, and quite frankly I am surprised that this is considered a ""Young Adult"" book. There's no outright gore that I can remember; the violence is cleaned up a bit. There is no sex here, other than some brief kissing. But there is also no shortage of death and violence. The plot revolves around a fight-to-the-death arena match with 24 contestants ranging in age from 12 to 18. And yes, there are scenes where young people whom I would consider children are killed. So while it didn't bother me, I certainly would not recommend this book to someone who is overly-sensitive to such things. I think some of the later Harry Potter books are pretty dark, but I consider The Hunger Games to be perhaps just a tiny bit more-so.<br/><br/>Having said that, I'm an adult (age 40) and I thoroughly enjoyed it. The story is great, the characters both in and out of the arena seem deep and real and other than the initial ramp-up in the beginning, there was never a single dull moment.<br/><br/>The contestants are not cardboard cut-outs for the heroine to knock down, they each have realistic strengths and weaknesses and often surprise the reader with their depth.<br/><br/>The action is well-written, entertaining, and often more than a little heart-wrenching. But even before the action starts, there are deep moral questions to contemplate. The heroine faces emotional challenges and political intrigue before she even gets to the arena.<br/><br/>I don't want to give too much away, but all-in-all, this is a thoroughly enjoyable, but often dark and brutal read. I highly recommend it to adults for sure and teenagers, also, as long as they are not overly empathic. If they can handle the last 3 books in the Harry Potter series, they can probably handle this, as well.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3R2JHWULO045F?ASIN=0439023521	Brutal but fascinating.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Blurb - ""Katniss is a 16-year-old girl living with her mother and younger sister in the poorest district of Panem, the remains of what used be the United States. Long ago the districts waged war on the Capitol and were defeated. As part of the surrender terms, each district agreed to send one boy and one girl to appear in an annual televised event called, ""The Hunger Games."" The terrain, rules, and level of audience participation may change but one thing is constant: kill or be killed. When Kat's sister is chosen by lottery, Kat steps up to go in her place.""<br/><br/>I have a love/hate relationship with this book. I really loved it while I was reading it, I felt compelled to finish and I did it in one day. But when I was done I felt almost a sense of despair and wondered if there was anything good about the book at all. To start with, this book is full of heartbreak. It's just one thing after another. The fact that the Tributes (the boys and girls chosen by lottery per District to play in the Games) live a life of hunger and poverty before being forced to fight to the death in the Games if pretty awful. Then Prim is chosen for the games even though Katniss has her name in the lottery many more times. There's the whole reason behind why her name is in the lottery that many times. Then the sort-of romance (if one can call anything that happens in the Arena romantic).<br/><br/>This book is just chock full of misery and doubt and remorse. It's also a rather harsh parody of modern society and our love for reality television shows, extreme violence, and glorification of celebrities.<br/><br/>I can't decide if I want to continue with the series. I think it could be interesting to see how Collins resolves the central relationships, and what happens after the Games have been shaken up. There's obviously seeds of revolution that will be sowed. Apparently the next book shows the huge discrepancy between those who live in the Capitol (where the governing body resides) and those who struggle in the districts. There's obviously a huge gap in technology and I'd like to see the hows and whys of that.<br/><br/>All in all I'd recommend the book, but with warnings of the negativity and violence.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3R5WOEBCJMK9R?ASIN=0439023521	Reality fiction at its best	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't watch much TV, and I especially don't watch any reality TV. I find it distasteful for all of the obvious reasons - the non-sensical use of ""reality"" to describe something that is little more than loosely scripted ""entertainment"" ridiculously acted out by people who are hyper aware of their roles and work for peanuts (which is to say, a shot at 15 minutes of hollow fame). For me, this was one of the most intriguing aspects of The Hunger Games.<br/><br/>Even in as close to a real-life scenario as one could conceive, a fight to the death Battle Royale pitting teens and tweens against each other, the ugly head of false-reality TV has its limitations. In the Games, which are put on by an oppressive Captiol set in a futuristic dystopia to keep its satellite Districts in line and remind them of a long-ago failed rebellion, the idea is to titillate the out of touch elite of the Haves and punish the District Have-not rubes by constantly reminding them under whose thumb they exist. But the Games are the ultimate deus ex machina as the Capitol's Gamemakers ensure the action never lacks by manipulating everything from the environment to players' own emotions.<br/><br/>So while the threat of death is constant and the danger is very real, there's the element of unreality that pervades the whole scene. The way the main character, Katniss, tries to juggle real emotion with the manufactured kind that comes with ""playing the game"" was very well done.<br/><br/>The fact that the Gamemakers could at any time manipulate the game to their will basically meant that the author could at any time manipulate the plot to her will, and that unfortunately gave the entire story a deflated or muted intensity. Just as the Gamemakers can force the action, the author can save the day just in the nick of time with surprise gifts from sponsors who are watching the games and decide they want to pony up some cash and buy their favorite competitors some assistance. This provided more than one anti-climactic moment and broke what was otherwise great tension throughout the novel.<br/><br/>But for a YA novel, this is very well written and explores many themes that you may not expect to find in youth fiction. And really, I'm probably just over-analyzing this whole thing, because the book is simply a great, absorbing read. The love triangle it sets up for the next book doesn't exactly entice me, but then it wasn't written with me, a middle aged dude, in mind. I get that and I'm cool with it, and I'll definitely move on to Catching Fire.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDRYMCXLIRZXL?ASIN=0439023521	As Good As the Hype	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Katniss Everdeen has been taking care of her family ever since her father was killed-before her eyes-by a mine. She, along with her friend Gale, has been illegally sneaking out of her District and into the woods to hunt and bring back the meat necessary for their survival. She does this most of all because of her love for Prim, her younger sister. The day of the Reaping arrives as it does each year, when two children from each District are chosen to fight to the death while being televised to the entire population. Against all odds, Prim is chosen and Katniss knows that she has to protect her sister once again-by taking her place. Coming from District 12, the coal-mining district, Katniss has little chance of winning. District 12 has only won once. But maybe, with a little luck and a surprise alliance Katniss has a shot. If she can get herself to kill her competitors. Especially if she might love one of them.<br/><br/>Collins does an incredible job of weaving this dystopian world where things are run by the Capitol for the best of and the amusement of the Capitol. The one thing the Capitol can be counted on doing is finding ways to remind the Districts that they must obey. Or else.<br/><br/>The characters are so real and sympathetic that it's hard not to cry at the moment when Prim's name is reaped. You feel very keenly Katniss's desperation, confusion, and anger at the things that have befallen her family.<br/><br/>The story is written in first person present, which really threw me at first, since it's so rare. It took me a while to get used to it and in the beginning I thought I really disliked it. But once I got used to it, I didn't notice it anymore and it made the rest of the story feel closer and more resounding. I will definitely be picking up Catching Fire as soon as I can get my hands on it (which will likely be after work today). I can't wait to see what happens next and how Katniss takes to her life after everything.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32BB2NI82WLY1?ASIN=0439023521	A Must Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Okay, to start off with... I think that if ""My Side of the Mountain"" by Jean George, ""The Uglies"" series by Scott Westerfeld, ""Shade's Children"" by Garth Nix, and ""The Giver"" by Louis Lowry were to have a child together (don't ask me how four books could have a child together, I am not a rocket scientist, I am a mere book blogger ;) ), this book would be the result (plus with a little bit of ""The Truman Show"" film thrown into the genetic mixture).<br/><br/>When I first picked up this book and started reading it, I noticed that the writing of the book isn't similar to anything I have ever read before. It doesn't flow quite like the girly paranormal stories I gravitate towards (ie. ""Paranormalcy"" and things along those lines). I find the writing to be a lot choppier and blunter, but it fits the premise of the book perfectly, since this book isn't about a happy-go-lucky society, but the epitome of a dystopian society. I'm not going to lie, I didn't adjust to this writing style until a good 30 pages into the book, but now as I read the later books in the series, I don't even notice the difference in writing.<br/><br/>Usually when I read a series where a female character is torn between whether she wants to be with her best friend/ old friend who she can see herself in a relationship with because he is comfortable and safe, versus the new boy who comes into her life who is super mysterious and all, I typically root for the new boy. My philosophy...? If you haven't gotten together in all of the time that you have been friends, why now at this random point in time does he start to show an interest in you? Just because the new boy came along and he feels like he needs to stake his claim? Therefore I am quite surprised at my reaction to this book. I seriously don't know who I want Katniss to end up with... Gale or Peeta... And also, I have read tons of reviews and plot summaries of this book, but it completely escapes me who she chooses (so it's nice that it will be a complete surprise to me at the end of the series).<br/><br/>Also, I am rather enjoying that all of the books are out in this series. Usually when I start a series I start when the first book is released and then I have to wait years upon years for the remaining books to be released, so it's just really nice not to have to mope around the house wondering what happens to my favourite characters (it doesn't try my patience).<br/><br/>Usually I am a little iffy towards the secondary characters- a lot of the time I could take them or leave them, however, in this series I find myself liking most, if not all, of the secondary characters and think that they contribute wholeheartedly to the series, especially Haymitch Abernathy. I mean first off, he is a secondary character which is bad in my books, then he is a drunk, which is even worse in my eyes, but... I cannot help but love him. He means well and does everything in his power to protect Peeta and Katniss, so I can forgive him for all of his vices and faults, plus the man is clearly a genius. And President Coriolanus Snow? Oh gosh... This man makes me so gosh darn angry, but I wouldn't change him at all. He is the most perfect bad guy if I ever did see one and Ru? Well, her fate was probably the hardest to come to terms with- she just seemed like such a little ball of energy. Cinna? Well, I think that if he were a real life person that we would be bffl's.<br/><br/>So all in all, if you like a ton of action and adventure, then this book is clearly for you. Throw in a bit of romance (but not too much/ too cheesy), a unique plot line, and you have the perfect combination for a great book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GGNPXQ1QMNS8?ASIN=0439023521	You lose, you die	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins<br/><br/>You lose, you die!<br/><br/>*****<br/>  When I looked at the ""Hunger Games"" book, I thought it would be about who could go the longest without eating any food. The book was a story of intense survival.  It was full of excitement, blood, and a path to survival. The book was nothing compared to what I thought it would be.  It was much better! The book had many dramatic turns, including a great one right after the actual games started.<br/>This is a book of fiction written by Suzanne Collins.  It is set in the future in a nation called Panem.  Panem has a place called the Capitol where all the people who live there are rich and it has 12 districts where peasants and other poor people live. The Capitol has an annual event known as the Hunger Games.<br/>  Every year, each of the 12 districts must send one girl and one boy between the ages of 12 and 18 to the Hunger Games.  They are sent into an arena, where they fight to the death.  It is watched on live television. The winner becomes famous, and if you lose, you die. This isn't just people fighting one-on-one.  The contestants, they are called tributes, are put in large arenas intended to look like places in nature. The tributes have to fight each other, the weather conditions, and different things set up by the people in charge of the games.  The goal is to stay alive. The children from the district are fighting to death for the enjoyment of the rich people who like violence.<br/>  The main character was Katniss, a girl who volunteered to go to the games so her younger sister would not have to go.  Peeta is the boy from the same district as Katniss.  They work together, but in the end there can only be one winner.<br/>  I liked the book because it had a lot of violence in it during the competitions.  I also liked the book because it was scary, and I always wondered what was going to happen next, like when the fire balls were about to kill Katniss.<br/> In closing I had a lot of fun reading the book. It will have you wanting to read the sequel, so I recommend that you read this book if you ever get the chance. I feel that this book is good for people in the age group of twelve to forty years old.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13M1J9SP0UWY4?ASIN=0439023521	EXCELLENT series for readers of [almost] any age!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm not sure that words can adequately express how much I enjoyed--and am still enjoying, since I've actually only finished the first 2 books while I'm waiting for the 3rd from Amazon--this series!<br/><br/>Hunger Games is obviously the first book, so it is our first foray into Katniss and all her adventures. One thing I would definitely say to anyone who picks up this book--commit to finishing this book. If you don't like the first book, then you might not like the rest, but don't give up if in Part 1 of this book you are not sucked in. I wasn't. For one thing, it took me a little while to warm up to Katniss--she's a GREAT character, and I love her, but when she first came on the scene, she was a little rough around the edges and at times, a little difficult to like. She's hardened, suspicious, not precisely the 17 year old you would expect, but the more you learn about her world, the more she makes sense. Part 1 didn't impress me. Part 2 sucked me in, and by the time I got to Part 3, I couldn't even put the book down to go to bed knowing I had to work in four hours. On my lunch break, I had to buy the second book. It's one of those books. Once you get pulled in, you don't want to put it down--ever. The ONLY complaint I have about this book (other than one weird part at the end of this book, which is resolved in the 2nd book) or the series in general is that it does not go on forever.<br/>The characters are great--it's so hard to decide who you like best, because you just like them all in different ways. The plot is concise, it moves along without dragging and lingering too long, so it's impossible to lose interest.<br/>Whether your preferred author is Stephenie Meyer or George Orwell, there's something in this book for everybody!<br/><br/>One thing: while fantastic, it isn't for very young readers. Normally when I think of YA I think safe for kids 9-12, but this one isn't; I would definitely encourage only readers maybe 14/15 (depending on the kid) or older to read this one.<br/><br/>Down with the Capitol! :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23CB4TWQ0W0DN?ASIN=0439023521	much more than a dystopian drama	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm glad I didn't know what this book was going to be about because I probably wouldn't have read it- I don't normally like dystopian, violent stuff. But this book is so much more than that: it has action, adventure, love, growth. Instead of being depressing, it captivates you. I read this first book in one night and afterward I realized I'm going to continue reading Young Adult fiction for the rest of my life.<br/><br/>Drawing on the story of Theseus, the book has many smart characters all constantly adapting to survive. The protagonist Katniss is strong, independent, and resourceful. Her irreverent voice is hilarious, making you laugh even when you're ready to cry or when your heart is pounding in suspense. Everything is so intelligently written, nothing simply gratuitous. The fighting is described intelligently and caused me to strategize about how I'd behave in the same situation. Fashion also plays a surprisingly important role in the story, beautiful but also with strategic value in conveying ideas. There were just so many different elements, all creative and interesting.<br/><br/>This series has one of the strongest narrative arcs I've read in a long time. I rarely read more than 1 book of a series because after the first book I often feel I know what's going to happen next, and I feel like most of the world has been revealed so there's not many new ideas left. This series is different. Even though I succumbed to my bad habit of googling the remaining plot, I was as surprised and riveted by books 2 and 3 as I was by book 1. Katniss changes from focusing on her own survival to fighting for her community and an idea of freedom. While book 1 focuses on Katniss battling tooth and nail for her own survival, in the other books the conflict changes to include Katniss and her friends vs Panem, Katniss sacrificing herself and her own desires for her loved ones and for her ideals. It also has a love story that Collins has brilliantly integrated into the central plot so that it's powerful and moving rather than predictable or absurd. This is not a book where the characters get together by the end of the first book after some misunderstanding and then live happily ever after- they go through a lot.<br/>I loved this book and I wish I could give it more stars.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1E016JXFXCXV2?ASIN=0439023521	"""They're already taking my future! They can't have the things that mattered to me in the past!"""	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">""They're already taking my future! They can't have the things that mattered to me in the past!""<br/>Katniss Everdeen lives in a dystopic future where North America is now called Panem, the continent is divided into one Capitol, ""ruling district"", and twelve other subservient districts.  Katniss and her family mostly ekes out a living in District 12, sometimes barely surviving.  But when Katniss' beloved younger sister is called out for the Hunger Games, a yearly event where a boy and a girl from each district participate in a fight-to-the-death match, Katniss takes her sister's place.  Will Katniss survive?<br/><br/>I Liked:<br/>If I had to write the perfect book, it would probably contain these elements: a strong-willed, independent girl, some sort of journey or adventure or chase away from ""bad guys"", a big ""life or death"" battle, and a very laid-back romance with a realistic boy (Edward Cullen need not apply).<br/>Well, whaddya know, this book exists and it's name is ""The Hunger Games""!<br/>Katniss Everdeen is definitely the ""strong-willed, independent girl"" I like to read about.  She's smart, she's quick-thinking, she's resourceful, but she still has faults.  Her communications skills are a bit lacking.  She's brusque.  She can't lie.  She can't charm people.  She doesn't have a D-cup with a Perfect Size 6.<br/>Probably my favorite type of story is a journey or ""chase"" story.  I love stories where a character has to run away from some bad guy, to survive by her wits and sheer dumb luck.  What Katniss has to endure is precisely that: she must survive the Hunger Games, which means running away from the other 23 tributes that are trying to kill her, trying to hunt the tributes and kill them first, and to feed and provide water and protection for herself.  Not to mention, the big ""life or death"" battle she must face and try to survive, which I won't detail any more for fear of divulging the hideous spoilers.<br/>And then romance.  Honestly, what girl doesn't want to see a little bit of romance in a book, particularly when it is well done and not the horrible Romantic Triangle or Romantic Stalker that seems so popular nowadays.  For fear of giving away too much, I loved how we were never sure if Peeta really was in love with Katniss or if it was his big ploy to get sponsors.  Plus, Peeta is definitely a charming romantic lead: if he is in love with Katniss, how sweet and romantic!  How he looks out for her and puts her ahead of him!  And yet, he doesn't exhibit crazy stalker behavior and can still argue and chide her like a real human being.<br/>And while I didn't include this in my Top Factors for the Best Story ever, I do love stories that make a statement about today's culture.  I couldn't help relating the Hunger Games to the billion of stupid reality TV shows on today.  I also thought the way the districts were grouped were very similar to how distant our country has grown.  And the vapid Capitol culture hardly felt like future dystopia to me at all...I swear to God, I see this sort of insipid behavior every day.<br/><br/>I Didn't Like:<br/>I found very little to dislike about this book.  In fact, about the only thing that bugged me was the concept of the Hunger Games itself.  I found it a little difficult to believe that this event could possibly keep the twelve districts from revolting.  Wouldn't it do the exact opposite, make the districts more likely to revolt?<br/><br/>Dialogue/Sexual Situations/Violence:<br/>Did they swear?  If there was, it was very mild and very sparse.<br/>The clothes the tributes wear to interviews and such is said to be skimpy at times.  Katniss is told to behave as if she is in love with Peeta and exchanges a few kisses with him.<br/>Very violent.  There are several deaths in this book, though that shouldn't be too unexpected, given the cover blurb.  Not to mention, several characters end up with nasty burns, knife wounds, and wasp bites.<br/><br/>Overall:<br/>Saying this is an amazing book doesn't quite do this book justice.  This book was so good, that I went out to buy the boxed set in hardcover when I already owned The Hunger Games in paperback.  This book was so good, in effect, that I broke my OCD rule of buying in paperback, just so I could read Catching Fire and Mockingjay without waiting forever for those to come out in paperback.<br/>So, do yourself a favor, go out, buy the trilogy in boxed set and make sure you have a day or two to read them, because once you get started, there is no turning back.<br/><br/>Brought to you by:<br/>*C.S. Light*</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RAWQGAQ6E4LCH?ASIN=0439023521	NO Spoilers in this review.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Just read a few reviews of this amazing book, and was annoyed that in the first 3 I chose, they talk about what happens in the second and third books!  In one, they actually say what happens in the end of the last book!!!  I wish there was a button to submit spoiler reviews. So, I will talk only about what happens in the very beginning of the book, and hopefully you will be as enthralled as I, without learning too much in the review.<br/>So, back to the topic at hand: Hunger Games.<br/>I don't often find an immediate bond with a book, but the Hunger Games had me hooked on the very first page. Suzanne's Young Adult novel is rich with characterization, suspense, and imagery.  There is a very chaste romance, but nothing more than quick kisses make the grade.<br/>The story begins with teenager Katniss Everdeen  having just returned home from hunting illegally.  In her town, called ""District 12"" (a division of North American towns sometime in the future), most of the residents are starving.  The meat, vegetables, fruits and herbs she trades on the black market keep her family fed- though just barely.  You learn early on, that there is an evil ""big brother"" type of government in another district that is punishing all other districts for rebelling, by keeping food supplies low, making trading obsolete, imprisoning the residents of each district in a walled off community, and forcing each district to draft one boy and one girl into a death match called the Hunger Games.<br/>The way the boys and girls are chosen is through a raffle. Starting at the age of 12, every child's name is submitted, and each year after, their name is entered double the amount of times as the previous year.  If he or she chooses, each teen can submit their name extra times, receiving bonus supplies for each time their name has been submitted. Our heroine Kat, enters her name to gather these goods, which will allow her family to survive.<br/>Soon, the book takes us to the center of town, where residents are nervously clutching their children and saying silent prayers that their names will not be called by the chirpy emcee. This year Kat's younger sister Primrose will be entered into the competition for the very first time. They know that the games pit 24 children against each other, in the woods far off in an unknown location, and televise the long, brutal death match to the entire ""country"".<br/>The perception of these games differs greatly based upon who is watching.  The people of the districts wait in horror to see if the one child who survives the game above all others with be their own.  The rulers of the land find the sport ever so thrilling and eagerly await the games each year. Will Kat, Primrose or one of their close friends be called upon to be this year's ""tribute""? Read and find out!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTAB8IPPQS7S7?ASIN=0439023521	Lost Sleep Over This One!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have been hearing about The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins for quite some time.  When I was reading the Twilight series most of my friends said that if I liked those books I would LOVE The Hunger Games.  My oldest son actually started reading them a long time before I did and said the same thing.  He was so excited for me to start reading them.  Then just before Christmas I found a Kindle App for my phone.  Yes, it took my phone being able to download the book to get me to read it.  What can I say, I'm an Android junkie!<br/><br/>I downloaded the book on Thursday afternoon.  That was my first mistake, because I had to work the next day.  I ended up staying up all night reading the book and finishing it by 4:00 am on Friday.  Then I had to get up at 6:00 am to try and work.  Luckily I work from home and my wonderful partner &amp; boyfriend let me take a nap during the day.  I made him a promise that I wouldn't download or start reading the next book in the series until the following weekend so I wouldn't be so tired during work hours.<br/><br/>Yes, the book is THAT good!  I absolutely loved it!  It's been a long time since I have read a book that not only kept me awake not wanting to put it down, but made me want to run out and get the second and third books to continue the story.  Needless to say, I was finished with the entire series in less than a week!<br/><br/>The characters are amazing.  The storyline, while not completely unique, is compelling and draws you into the characters lives like you are living it with them.  There are also so many twists and turns that keep you on the edge of your seat (or bed, depending on where you are reading) that you can't guess what's going to happen next.<br/><br/>I highly recommend this book to just about anyone over the age of 12 or 13.  My boys love the books.  All of my friends and their teens love the books.  It is a great story for anyone of almost any age.  Beware, there is a lot of violence.... gross, graphic violence!  But it's definitely needed for the story, so it's not gratuitous violence.  If they made it into a movie (which they are planning on doing) it would probably have to be rated R if they kept with the violence, but still defintely needed!  But if you start reading this book, you WILL want to read the other two, so you might as well buy the whole set at once.  LOL!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OZ50B16035HF?ASIN=0439023521	Never ending ACTION	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wasn't immediately interested in this trilogy.  I looked at them several times on the Kindle Top List.  But, the idea of kids killing kids is not really enjoyment for me, and I wasn't a huge fan of the movie ""The Running Man"" (based on the Stephen King Book) and I was afraid that this book was going to be like it or remind me of it and feel like a knock off.<br/><br/>Then I had several friends tell me how amazing the books were.  So I sampled it on my Kindle and was intrigued.<br/><br/>I bought the book and read it in a a day and a half.  I read every free moment I had.<br/><br/>My friends were right.  It was a great book.  It was an intriguing story and it was fast paced.  I enjoyed it from beginning to end and immediately sampled the next book just to get me by until I have time to read again, when I will buy that one too.<br/><br/>I think what I liked most about the book was that Suzanne Collins writes in a way so that you are not reading a story so much as immersed INTO it by how she tells the story.  It reminds of the Twilight Series in how they are written in first person and detailed in a way that you feel you are the character and experience as they are.  You simply get lost and feel like you are on Katniss' side as a silent partner as she goes through this crazy experience. The characters are all interesting as well and how they interact is equally entertaining.<br/><br/>WARNING....if you want to get through The Hunger Games with no spoilers, don't read the description for the next book, ""Catching Fire"" until you are done.  While I had a feeling how the story was going to end before it was revealed, I read the description for Catching Fire and found via the description I was going to be right.  It didn't ruin the story for me but had I known that I wouldn't have looked at it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IRNBASS1K81S?ASIN=0439023521	Nocturnal Readings Blog Review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games = WOW! Absolutely fantastic. I couldn't put this book down. First, for those of you who haven't been fortunate enough to read it yet, here is the back cover blurb:<br/><br/>""In the ruins of a place once known as North America lies the nation of Panem, a shining Capitol surrounded by twelve outlying districts. The Capitol is harsh and cruel and keeps the districts in line by forcing them all to send one boy and one girl between the ages of twelve and eighteen to participate in the annual Hunger Games, a fight to the death on live TV. Sixteen-year-old Katniss Everdeen, who lives alone with her mother and younger sister, regards it as a death sentence when she is forced to represent her district in the Games. But Katniss has been close to dead before--and survival, for here, is second nature. Without really meaning to, she becomes a contender. But if she is to win, she will have to start making choices that weigh survival against humanity and life against love.""<br/><br/>I'll be honest, after reading this blurb, this didn't sound like my type of book. I've never really been into dystopian fiction, or dystopian YA fiction. However, I'd heard so many great reviews of this series that I finally bought the book and just had to see for myself.<br/><br/>I literally COULD NOT put this book down. My fiance had to finally pry it from my hands, so I would finish up studying for my finals and writing my final papers. Word to the wise, if you have something important to do, don't start reading this book because you won't get it done--save it for a nice weekend read.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is addicting. Not only is the story full of non-stop action and adventure, but the novel is very well written and will keep you on the edge of your seat and in love with the characters from page one. I can't say enough good things about this book. It is definitely being archived on my shelf as one of my new favorites, and I've already bought the two sequel books (Catching Fire and Mockingjay).<br/><br/>This book appeals to any one of any age, whether or not you are usually a sci-fi dystopian reader--this is a book for anyone.<br/><br/>This book is absolutely fantastic, and if you don't like it, there must be something wrong with you. Lol, just kidding about that last part, but seriously, this book is great and you NEED to read it. I give it my highest recommendation.<br/><br/>So for those of you who haven't read the novel, run to your local bookstore this very second and buy this book! You will not regret it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RE2Q2K49ZBR2M?ASIN=0439023521	Black Fingernailed Reviews	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">There were things that I loved and things I hated about this book. I hopped on the Hunger Games train a lot later than most of my fellow book bloggers, but thanks to all of you I was convinced I had to give it a try.<br/><br/>When I was writing this review I made a pros and cons list, because I kept sitting down to write it and ending up with 2-3 pages worth of gushing and ranting. Maybe it's that The Hunger Games is so widely known, and everyone already has something to say about it...<br/><br/>So anyway, let's talk characters.<br/><br/>The characters truly made the story for me. Don't get me wrong, the plot was made of awesomesauce, but the characters are what I won't be forgetting anytime soon.<br/><br/>Peeta...where have you been all my life? If i go in-depth about Peeta it's just going to make me sound like a bubbling fan girl. So I'll just say that i was very impressed by Peeta.<br/><br/>Katniss Everdeen, is my hero. You don't know how relieved I was to finally find a self-reliant female young adult character. I kind of feel like I'm complaining but with all the YA romances it's getting a little annoying how many Bella Swans are popping up (no offense to the twi-hards). Although Katniss gets her emotions mixed up a lot I feel that she's a great role model for young girls.<br/><br/>Rue was a character who's role at first may seem small, but later on it becomes apparent that she makes a big impact not only on Katniss, but on all of Panem. Rue was one of my favorite characters and when she died it brought me to tears.<br/><br/>What i hated about this book was all the violence. I'm not one to complain about a little blood here and there. The wild dogs tearing people apart limb by limb i could handle but did a little girl really have to get killed? Yes i know it sets up a lot of the story...but still that scene was just heartbreaking, no matter how you cut it.<br/><br/>In the arena everything changes. The ones who make it out are changed forever. Some of those scenes were so intense I'm almost convinced they changed me just by reading them.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games was an interesting, complicated and sometimes scary story. It was one of the best starts to a series I've seen in a while.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RP6SNR3UZSGT?ASIN=0439023521	Brilliant, simply brilliant!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">There are already so many reviews, I feel it will be almost pointless for me to add my two cents but I enjoyed this book too much not to do so.<br/><br/>I've just, less than 10 minutes ago, finished reading the book. I suppose I shouldn't be reviewing already and I should really let my emotions settle but...<br/><br/>So, I can't really think of anything I didn't like about the book right now... The writing was clear, prose flowed beautifully, characters well developed, plot intriguing... hmm...<br/><br/>I will warn that this is a dark, twisted dystopia. The minds behind the Capitol are extremely messed up! Yet, although it's based on a future world, some of the human characteristics and acts apply even today and have for a long time- think of the 'games' at the Colosseum in Roman times. Think watching Fear Factor, Survivor, I'm a Celebrity, Get me out of here! or even the death defying stunts at a circus, air show or just Evel Knievel- the accident you can't look away from, the fascination of watching someone put their lives at risk or doing something completely gross or terrifying. Now up that by the power of future technology. Now multiply by child soldiers - it's disturbing and takes your breath away as you follow these kids' stories, struggling to remember your own humanity.<br/><br/>But for me, one of the most poignant bits comes near the end of the book - the way the people of the Capitol remember the Games. To them, the deaths are entertaining, unreal. To them, it's so cool to see how one child killed another in some clever way - they don't stop to think that a child was forced to kill another child in order to survive or how wrong it is to put any human being through that for entertainment or of how it must be for the families left behind.<br/><br/>I can't say enough about this book. 'Fortunately' I can't quite afford the next two books yet - fortunate because I kind of abandoned real life and sleep because I couldn't 'put this book down'. My poor Kindle needs sleep too I think lol</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18AQH5UGDVKPS?ASIN=0439023521	this is a review of the entire trilogy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a review of the whole trilogy, as I read them the one directly after the other and I find it very difficult to separate the stories. The cover pictured is from my actual book (isn't it beautiful?)<br/><br/>  As most of you know, this is a series of three dystopian novels: The Hunger Games, Catching Fire and Mockingjay. The are about a future America where there are no United States, only 13 districts where poverty rules and the Capitol, where a dictator-like president lives and thrives along with the pampered, rich people. This president has established The Hunger Games which occur once every year, with the purpose of entertainment to the population of the Capitol, and the purpose of punishing and keeping in line the districts. The first novel in the series begins when the heroine, Katniss goes to the Hunger Games to fight with other 23 people (a boy and a girl from each of the 12 districts, including a boy from her own district) to the death. Because only one boy or girl can survive the Hunger Games.<br/>But this year it's different.<br/><br/>  I loved these books. Of course, let it be known that they contain a lot of blood and violence, and as that they are not suitable for children or teenagers.<br/>  I loved the revolution, I think it is the most up-to-date concept. I loved the parallels between this dystopian society and our own. I loved Katniss' spunk and courage in the face of every impossibility. And I loved that she never stoped believing that, even though something had never happened before, it could happen this once, for her, for the people she cared about, for the first time. This faith, even though it deteriorated by the end, was what pulled her through everything.<br/>I also enjoyed the love story, and found it very realistic and accurate. I didn't find a love triangle in these books, like other readers have thought, I don't think there exists one. As for Katniss' behaviour, it was only natural that she should be concerned first about her survival (and Peeta's) and then about falling in love and making out. I think this was out of the question for her in the majority of all three books.<br/><br/>  There was one thing I didn't like, and that was the death of a character in Mockingjay, the final book, because I thought it was unessecary and didn't do anything to help the plot along. On the contrary, I think the author might have found herself with a character she created that was by far superior to the protagonists, and didn't know what to do with him, because he overshadowed them. So, she killed him off. That is a very poor reason to kill a character, and I have seen it in other books. I think it shows lack of strength and skill in the part of the author.<br/><br/>  I also wanted to say here, as far as the ending of the trilogy is concerned, that is to say part of the final book, that I really liked how the revolution went on, the contrasts between the old world and the new one they wanted to built, but also the similarities. I think that is very true, because human nature always tend to fall in the same mistakes, and power does something strange to people, even those with the best intetions. It has the potential to make them evil and that was beautifully portrayed in these books.<br/><br/>  This book was something to think about for days after you finished the trilogy, not something fun to enjoy. If every reader who gets a hold of this book should then think of even one thing concerning themselves, then that would be time well spent.<br/><br/>One last thing.<br/>  The modern-day arena really interigued me when I first decided I wanted to read these books, so I went ahead and bought them, even though I was afraid they would be depressing (which they aren't, surprisingly enough. They are really encouraging overall.). However, I thought that in this arena there wasn't much to root for, since the kids only fought for survival. Now, if there had been something else at stake, like there was for Christians in the arena at Roman times, their beliefs, or something, that would be something to get excited about. That's what I thought, personally, although admittedly, in the second and third books, there is indeed much more going on than mere survival. That's what made their angst and struggles so exciting for the reader.<br/><br/>These books prove that, as I always believed, if there is something worth living for, then that same thing must be worth dying for, and even more so.<br/><br/>Rating: The Hunger Games 5/5<br/>Catching Fire 4.5/5<br/>Mockingjay 3/5<br/>The Trilogy 4/5<br/>[...]</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TWHLYBRGUVT6?ASIN=0439023521	It's a great book, BUT...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm going to put the reviews of all 3 books together because I'd like people to know what they are getting into by picking up the first book. Had I known it myself, I wouldn't have purchased The Hunger Games.<br/><br/>Book 1 was great. It was amazing. I loved the writing, the creativity, the plot. I think it would be a good idea to ready food and drinks by the bed before diving into the book because really, the book was unputdownable. Oh, and tissue papers as well, as the book constantly moved me to tears.<br/><br/>[SPOILERS]<br/><br/>However, I was not aware of the fact that by reading The Hunger Games, I was signing myself up to a sort-of romance novel, which was a genre I had absolutely zero interest in reading. Worse, it was another girl-can't-decide-which-boy-she-loves-more-so-she-leads-them-on-and-claims-them-both romance novel.<br/><br/>The love triangle thing was sudden and not entirely believable, but the majority of the book was focused on life in District 12, hunting, and the actual Hunger Games, which equaled lots of actions, which was what I signed up for, so I had a great time reading Book 1 (minus the romance).<br/><br/>I should have seen this coming, but silly me held on to the hope that maybe the love triangle thing wouldn't be so prominent in Book 2. But I was wrong. Very wrong. While I could barely part with my Kindle when I was devoting Book 1 in one sitting, Book 2 could barely hold my attention. Whenever the romance got too unbearable, I found myself spacing out and wanting to fall asleep, which was quite often. I can't say I enjoyed reading Book 2.<br/><br/>By the time I finished Book 2, I had lost most of my interest in the story, not only because of the romance, but here and there, things just... happened. Some of these things were boring, some didn't make sense. Sure, the second Games was great, although not as good as the first one. And I did shed tears once. But comparing to Book 1, Book 2 did not have whatever it was that captivated me and made me finish reading Book 1 in one sitting like there was no tomorrow.<br/><br/>I purchased Book 3 simply because I wanted to finish what I started. I wanted to know how the story ended, although I took so little pleasure in reading it that I skimmed quite some passages. If I thought Book 2 was worse than Book 1, Book 3 was a disaster. I found myself reading things a mentally unstable Katniss did and thought about, which, while I was sure added to the character's depth or something, not what I signed up for nor cared to read about. I wanted actions, which did not happen often in Book 3, and when they did happen, not entirely convincing or nearly powerful enough.<br/><br/>With the almighty Capitol so easy to penetrate and fall, it was like watching a badly made movie where they tried to squeeze in a lot of special effects but failed to edit out the green screen entirely. It was like watching a good story went to waste.<br/><br/>Katniss reminded me of Bella from Twilight. And I dislike both characters. But at the very least, Twilight had a good ending which I kept going back to re-read over and over again, while Mockingjay's felt like... failure could be too harsh a word, so I'd say unaccomplished instead. I have no desire to re-read these books at all.<br/><br/>Suzanne is, no doubt, a gifted author, and readers who enjoy romance and love triangles are highly likely to love these books. But for readers who want pure actions and/or don't care so much for those female characters who can't decide which boy she wants to keep, think twice before hitting the buy button.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19P1D54BB6TYK?ASIN=0439023521	A Must Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is definitely one of my favorite books. Every time I read it, I am sucked into this dystopian world that Suzanne Collins has created. I just love the way that she writes. As one chapter ends, I find myself starting the next chapter even though I promised myself I would read only one more chapter and then get back to the real world.<br/><br/>The main character, Katniss, is amazing. I love that she is a strong, independent girl who is smart and has great survival instincts. After her father died, she even took it upon herself to take care of her family by hunting for food even though it is illegal. She loves her little sister, Prim, more than anything, and she does everything in her power to protect her even when it involves risking her own life. The only reason she becomes a contender in the 74th annual Hunger Games is because she took her sister's place. The Capitol is horrible to force 12 girls and 12 boys to fight to the death in the Hunger Games! It takes reality TV to a whole new level. I could not even imagine having to watch these games each year. The violence that Katniss had to witness and live through is horrendous, but it does make for a great book.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is the type of book that stays with you long after you finish reading it. It is such an exciting story full of action, adventure, and violence. There are some parts that are so suspenseful that the story will have you on the edge of your seat devouring the pages to discover what happens next. The story makes you think about what you would do if you had to live in a world like that. The ending always leaves me wanting more, so I cannot stop myself from immediately picking up Catching Fire to read. It is no surprise that this book is a quick read and an addicting series. I definitely recommend reading it.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OVULSM2Y790U?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing characters, Amazing book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">In the distant future, the former United States has become the nation of Panem-- a collection of 12 districts ruled by an omnipotent Capitol. Every year the Capitol requires the each district to provide one boy and one girl tribute for the Hunger Games as punishment for a rebellion led 75 years ago by a mysterious 13th district. In the Games, the 24 tributes fight until only one victor remains alive, and the entire event is televised for the Capitol's viewing pleasure.<br/><br/>  This tyrannical political environment is the backdrop for Suzanne Collin's The Hunger Games trilogy. The series follows the adventures of Katniss Everdeen, who gets pulled in to the violence and political intrigue of the Games when she volunteers as a tribute to save her little sister, Prim.<br/><br/>  What truly impressed me about this book is that Katniss is such an incredibly written female character. She is the primary provider for her household, and she does this by hunting wild game outside of the fence surrounding her home in District 8. Not only is she a well-trained and talented archer, she has a keen survivalist instinct that actually makes her a contender in the Hunger Games-- something very uncommon with tributes from her district.<br/>Katniss' only flaw-- if you can call it that-- is that she is emotionally unaware. Most of the conflict in the book (aside from the obvious) has to do with her misunderstanding other people's intentions, her difficulty in forgiving others, and not being sure how she really feels. This makes her a non-stereotypical heroine in my opinion. Women are usually squishy and dramatic, but Katniss is neither. She is bold, brash, and spunky. She is also unfailingly loyal to her friends and family. Katniss' character manages to be noble without being annoying, which makes it easy for the reader to cheer her on through the ordeal.<br/><br/>  The male characters are generally less complex, but they are far more emotionally aware than Katniss, which makes for an interesting dynamic. Gale Hawthorne is Katniss' friend and hunting partner from District 8. He too supports his family since his father and Katniss' father were killed in a mine accident several years ago. Frustrated with conditions in District 8, Gale uses their time outside of the fence to vent and say things that would be considered very treacherous. Opposite Gale is Peeta Mellark, the son of a baker, who becomes Katniss' fellow tribute in the Games. He is a quiet fellow who inadvertently gave Katniss the will to survive when her father died. Although Katniss doesn't know Peeta well, he has a lot more going on beneath his quiet exterior than she knows.<br/><br/>  The characters spark, and the narrative catches fire. Everything in this book is dynamic and thrilling. Even the most reserved characters have a strength and a will that make them incredibly compelling.  Readers will find themselves swept up by the story in no time-- The Hunger Games trilogy is truly a high-interest read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YHK6H9F6UG8?ASIN=0439023521	The kids were right...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought this book a while ago, trying to get my eight grader on to something other than Percy Jackson. A Rick Riordan fan to the core, the kid said, ""It's good..."" and shoved the book in a drawer. What he'd told me of the plot--a future North America called Panem where 12 districts (the 13th was destroyed) are punished each year for a past uprising by having two children from each district pitted against each in a continent-wide reality show in a fight to the death. It sounded good but I had a lot in my to be read stack.<br/><br/>Fast forward to now. I'm working at a middle school and as I catch snatches of the reading conferences, there is much talk of this series. No matter what book I'm dragging around, the kids' question is always the same: ""Have you read The Hunger Games?"" I'm glad to say that next week I'll be able to apply in the affirmative (while scouring the class library for a copy of Catching Fire).<br/><br/>This book reminds me of it's title: lean, intensive and even brutal. The writing is sparse but powerful, but the characterization is rich and satisfying. Katniss Everdeen lost her father to the mines. Kat's father, who taught her to hunt, told her which plants to eat and sang so true that even the birds gave pause, was a man respected in district 12. And yet, when Kat's mother slips into depression and the food runs out, no one save the baker's son is willing to help her. At the cost of a black eye and bruised face, Peeta burns two loaves of bread and tosses one to Kat. It is her first gift and she never knows how to repay it.<br/><br/>The next gift is Gale, a tall, true boy whose rabbit snares she admires in the forest. He calls her Catnip since she mumbled her name the first time he ever asked. They share knowledge first and then food. Soon, they are a team, shooting a deer together that nets a maimed goat for Kat's little sister Prim, an angelic being loved by all. Gale talks of running away and living in the woods, but they both know they won't, not with so many mouths to feed (Gale has little brothers and neither his or Kat's mother seem to be very useful). Gale's father died in the same explosion as Kat's father did.<br/><br/>Kat tries to be calm as the lottery for the Hunger Games approaches. Both she and Gale have had to put their name in extra times to get the monthly tessarae to keep the family from starving to death. A ration of rough grain and a few supplies shouldn't be worth a person's life, but in district 12, that's the reality. Gale's name will be in over forty times. Kat's name is entered twenty. Sweet Prim, who Kath no longer takes hunting because she wanted to heal everything, is the only same one. Kat has made sure that Prim never took tessarae for the family. It's Prim first year to have her name entered, being twelve. Her name will go in twice, when she is thirteen, and once more each year until 18, when she will be safe. Kat's job? To stay alive that long so that she can feed Prim. (Although Gale and Kat have a deal to feed the other's family if one of them are killed in the games).<br/><br/>What happens, however, is something that Kat could have never planned for, even in her worst nightmare. The name called is an Everdeen, but it isn't her. It's Prim. Screaming and pushing through the crowd of children who have already parted for her, Kat rushes to the stage to volunteer. She has hardly had time to think about what has happened when the boy tribute is named--Peeta, the boy with the bread, the boy who saved her from starving.<br/><br/>This is the conflict that keeps the book going, that and Kat's character. Peeta says that she doesn't know what she does to people and he's right. Just like the boy with the bread, we are in love with Kat and feel for Peeta. Book One chronicles televised weeks in the arena that will bring Kat and Peeta face-to-face with their true selves. What will they be willing to do to stay alive?<br/><br/>Recommended for school libraries. Readers who like UGLIES by Scott Westerfield or THE GIVER by Lois Lowry will like enjoy this.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11KST5FANQ9KP?ASIN=0439023521	May the odds be ever in your favor. Let the Hunger Games begin!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">WOW.<br/><br/>I purposely avoided The Hunger Games for a while because I was admittedly a little afraid of all the hype surrounding it. Before picking up The Hunger Games, I had only read one other YA book since the Twilight series (Shiver by Maggie Stiefvater, which was okay but didn't particularly rock my world or anything). Suffice it to say, I was wary of YA lit after Twilight not because I actually hated Twilight but because I can't stand Bella. Bella is such a weak character, and her relationship with Edward is so borderline abusive that it drove me absolutely nuts. I finally caved and read The Hunger Games out of a desire to read something faster-paced and at an easier level than some of my recent reads, and I'm so glad I finally did. Katniss Everdeen is definitely no Bella Swan.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games grabbed me from the first few pages, and didn't let go until I finished Mockingjay (the third book in the series) three days later. It is the story of a dystopian future in which North America lies in ruins and has been replaced by the nation of Panem, with the Capitol (as in the capitol city) ruling over 12 districts. There was once a 13th district, but a rebellion led to its being annihilated, and in order to keep the memory of what happens to rebels alive, the Capitol holds the annual Hunger Games. Though there's a little more to it, essentially the Hunger Games is a battle to the death on live TV between 24 kids -- one boy and one girl from each of the remaining districts. Katniss, the main character, is one of the competitors from District 12 and the book follows her through her struggles to stay alive and beat the Games.<br/><br/>One of my favorite genres is dystopian fiction, and The Hunger Games absolutely lived up to my hopes for it. The emotions that ran throughout the story were raw and powerful, and I found myself on the verge of tears along with Katniss at a few especially heartbreaking moments and cheering her on the whole time. Katniss is also one of my favorite heroines, living up to her characterization as a survivor in every way. Suzanne Collins did a great job of developing the characters as well as could be done in a book where people are being killed right and left. I felt like I was able to learn enough about the main characters to be sympathetic to them, and yet enough was left in the air that I was still able to be surprised at the twists and turns of the story.<br/><br/>I simply could not put the book down and when I was done, I couldn't wait to read the next one. The pace of the book kept me on the edge of my seat at all times and the straightforward, no-frills writing was perfect for the story. Ultimately, The Hunger Games is not just the story of Katniss, Peeta, and the others -- it is an amazing psychological novel about both the cruelty of power and finding the strength to overcome it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RER5RQSK0O9P?ASIN=0439023521	Disturbing, unsettling, fantastic read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Judging by the 1k+ reviews here and the 25-person wait list for the trilogy books at my library, I don't need to recap the plot for you yet again. Onward.<br/><br/>The story is told in a tense, clean style. Katniss' internal life is clear and vivid and so is the reasoning behind the careful, calculated decisions she must make. (I was refreshed by a strong female protagonist *not* swooningly in love with a boy for once). Realizing that intelligent readers don't need to be spoonfed their reaction to a good book, Collins lets the horror of the setting speak for itself without trying any ill-advised overdescription or editorializing. (People criticizing the lack of in-book condemnation of the Games: you feel that feeling in your gut or your chest when you think about it? That queasy, upset, repulsed feeling? *That's* your condemnation right there.)<br/><br/>The open-ended conclusion is well done, and a lot better than wrapping it all up neatly in a bow, which would have effectively severed the connection we've felt all along by tossing all that hard-achieved believability right out the window. Remember this is part of a trilogy, not a story meant to stand completely alone.<br/><br/>I particularly found the depiction of the stylists, interviewers and media circus chilling -- how many times have we watched media craft a compelling and voyeuristic ""angle"" around some competitor in a less-lethal sport? Seen an Olympic athlete emerge as a crowd favorite because of that hook? Witnessed people getting caught up in the artificially created character of someone on a ""reality"" show? And how many times have we seen that people intimately involved with brutality can distance themselves from the reality of it, interact intimately with the people affected by that brutality and ultimately send them off to be chewed up and spat out by it?<br/><br/>None of what Collins writes about is new, from the Roman gladiators to the deprivations of Auschwitz to the totalitarian oppression of East Germany. She syncretizes it into something completely believable -- and the understatedness of characters' reactions to it, their occupation with practical concerns, is part of that believability.<br/><br/>Yes, this is a violent (in concept; not so much in explicit gore) and upsetting story. Yes, you need to be aware of your kids' emotional maturity before you hand it to them and you should TALK ABOUT THE STORY WITH THEM. No, you should not read it if you suffer from PTSD or nightmares. Honor your own boundaries by all means, but I think people who pan this book for being disturbing are completely in the wrong; it's supposed to be disturbing. If we're not disturbed, we're inhuman, just like the Capitol consumers of the Hunger Games. Katniss is caught in a situation with an utter sick wrongness that can't even be adequately expressed, but she's *caught* in it, and she has to make choices based on that. That is what makes the story compelling and worthwhile.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21O3YGYDXKAV?ASIN=0439023521	Fun read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I started out reading this because my 12 year old daughter told me that they had read this book in school and I wanted to see what she was being exposed to. I had heard some things about this book being violent and I knew that it was being made into a movie so it was a relatively popular book and I had so I decided to see for myself what the book was about.<br/><br/>Turns out that the story itself is somewhat violent in the sense that many teenagers are sent to the ""arena"" and most die, though many end up dying ""off screen"". The some deaths that are described are fairly tame and don't get graphic or too descriptive, though one death is fairly emotional when it happens which might be challenging for some younger, more sensitive readers. I wouldn't recommend the book to much younger than a 12 year old, unless your child is pretty mature and isn't going to be overly sensitive to characters they may have grown attached to dying.<br/><br/>As for the book itself, I ended up getting hooked and reading through the whole thing in a couple days. I found it to be a fun, enjoyable read with characters that were pretty believable. This book is intended for young adults much in the same way that the first two Harry Potter books were. I was able to the books for what they were and accepted them for what they set out to be.<br/><br/>While I did enjoy the book, I also thought there were some missed opportunities as well. I thought the book ended a bit clumsily and left some golden opportunities unexplored, I thought many of the characters were not very well fleshed out and came across as 1 dimensional including Katniss's family.<br/><br/>All in all I'd recommend it to just about anyone as an easy but interesting read that sets up the next two books in the trilogy nicely.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R181QTHI93RRSA?ASIN=0439023521	chilling, engrossing YA fiction	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">****1/2<br/><br/>The concept of youthful contestants pitted against another in a fight to the death in some futuristic, dystopian game show has been done before in fiction, but I don't think it's been done in a young adult novel -- at least, not as well. The Hunger Games is set in a declined, post-United States world where a decadent capitol region exerts its authority over poorer subject states by demanding teenage ""tributes"" to be sacrificed in its reality TV-esque Hunger Games. However, Collins doesn't focus on how or why we got there. Instead, what gives the book its chilling power is its immediacy and the way its characters seem conditioned to accept the Games as an inescapable reality: the murderous eagerness of the serious competitors, the nonchalance of the capitol residents who grow mushy at players' costumes, but place no value on their lives, or the resignation of the tributes who have little apparent chance of surviving.<br/><br/>Collins keeps the focus tightly on her narrator, Katniss, whose vulnerability, pragmatism, and kindness make her an appealing heroine, but who shows just enough ruthlessness that we're not sure how far she'll succumb to the cynical manipulations of the game makers. Once she's thrown into the arena, the rules, landscape, and cruel tricks of the game offer plenty of twists to keep the suspense level high -- after all, only one player can come out alive. Collins makes the violence shock the old-fashioned way -- not through gore, but by lulling the reader with a calm, familiar scene, and then dropping in a terrible one. There aren't many encounters in the Hunger Games that can be called a fair fight. In this way, Collins makes it hard for readers from Generation X-box not to look beyond the fantasy and draw psychological parallels to today's world. To what depths would we let ourselves sink to be entertained? How far are we willing to go along with the cruel mandate of an unjust authority? A typical 12 or 13 year old won't have to look too far into his or her own experience to know that the possibilities Collins is implying aren't comforting ones.<br/><br/>The novel has a few flaws, such as some cliched moments and characters, a cultural backdrop that could use a little more context, and the fact that its narrator, a coal miner's daugher from a poor, oppressed state where people regularly starve to death, inexplicably speaks like a prep student -- but these aren't major complaints. A gripping read for both young and older adults, and a reminder that there are still authors writing effective, readable literature-with-a-message.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UKT8SU2SG40M?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games<br/>by Suzanne Collins<br/><br/>Story Title: 3/5<br/>Plot: 4/5<br/>Characters: 4/5<br/>Ending: 4/5<br/><br/>Synopsis:<br/>Every year at the reaping, two children from each district, one boy, one girl, are chosen to play in The Hunger Games. Forced to battle to the death, only one victor can remain... which is a real problem for Katniss since she owes her fellow District 12 pick, Peeta, an impossible debt.<br/><br/>Character Likability:<br/>Katniss: First off, love her name! Ok, much like Clary in The Mortal Instruments series by Cassandra Clare, Katniss is another girl surrounded by hot guys who seem to love her... and yet, she just doesn't have time for them. I LOVE THIS. Often repulsed at the idea of even having children (because then they'd be forced to play in The Hunger Games too), Katniss often rebukes any claim of love as something she doesn't have time for, and doesn't understand. She's not a cold character though, she's just not a Mary Sue. She, of course, has worthwhile talents, but when it comes to jumping on board the ""What's going on"" train, Katniss is often the last to figure it out. She figures out her own things in her own time, but she's usually last in figuring out the more complicated stuff... which, for a girl who's only ever had to worry about keeping herself and her family alive, makes perfect sense.<br/>Peeta: A lovely, wonderful baker's son, Peeta is stuck in the middle of his own love story... unfortunately, due to the circumstances, the leading lady isn't falling for it. Doesn't matter though, Peeta knows what he wants and will do anything to protect that.<br/>Haymitch:A former District 12 Hunger Games winner, Haymitch is a perpetual drunk... and Katniss and Peeta's mentor. As soon as he realizes he has a pair of kids who might make it, he puts in a smooth, calculating effort to keep them alive, and even though he's repulsive and spends a good portion of the novel in a puddle of<br/>Cinna: Katniss and Peeta's stylist for the game, he's cool, collected and not nearly as flamboyant as most of the Capitol. He's a major source of support for Katniss, and one of my favorite characters.<br/>Prim and her Mother: Prim is Katniss' little sister and the reason Katniss ended up in the games... and the reason she fights so hard. Katniss' mother was worthless after her husband's death, but brought back by Katniss' strength.<br/>President Snow: Supreme overlord! He's the big baddy in the Capitol, and the one calling all the shots when it comes to quelling rebel uprisings and dictating how things should be run in the districts.<br/>Rue: A small, bird-like child from District 11 that reminds Katniss of Prim.<br/><br/>Quality of Writing:<br/>I found these books easy to read and quick as well. I've heard people complain that there were misplaced commas, but honestly, I remember at one point specifically noting how well placed the commas were.<br/><br/>Ending:<br/>Cliffhanger of doooooom. If you liked the first book, you'll be so thankful you're reading the series now that it's all out... because honestly, if I had to wait... I might go insane.<br/><br/>Plot:<br/>Katniss is living in an evil society where every year 24 children are forced to play The Hunger Games until only one is left living.<br/>Truthfully, the plot of the first book seems to have taken heavy notes from a little Japanese thriller called Battle Royale by Koushun Takami. They are the same exact premise... as punishment for bad behavior, and to keep the peasants in-line, the ruling government forces kids to play in a game where they must battle to the death... leaving one victor who then becomes a national hero... and in both books, the main character, of course, is looking desperately for a way out of it, and a way to save someone they love at the same time. The plots really are eerily similar... and while I prefer Koushun Takami's method of announcing the dead in chapter titles, I prefer Collins' extension of this story, where there is the promise of further battle against the powers that be.<br/><br/>Now, I've read quite a few reviews where people have found this plot unbelievable... but, you know what, this doesn't bother me. It's not a book about how the people allowed such a game to begin, it's a book where the game already exists. I found everything that happened within the context of the game to be entirely believable.<br/><br/>And just so no one is confused, this IS a book about children killing children... in the most basic of terms. Beyond that, it's a very interesting, deep, questioning series that makes you really sit back and wonder about the level of betrayal and manipulation and calculation that must be going on around us all the time. It's a book that makes you question and then keeps you questioning.<br/><br/>Believability of World:<br/>I find this world believable. There have been many terrible things that have happened through history... instances where people where sheparded to death, knew it, and did nothing. It's not unbelievable that Katniss' world could exist.<br/><br/>Overall Grade: A</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23HX8Z541RT5X?ASIN=0439023521	Best Book I Have Read in a Long Time	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Let me start off saying that I am a 38 year old mom that picked up this book only because my 12 year old son recommended it.  Imagine my surprise when I couldn't put it down!!  I loved this book even though I was unsure if I would like the plot.  I usually prefer the adult mystery/romance books.  Through this book I have discovered I like sci-fi genre now.  Never saw that coming!<br/><br/>Without giving anything away I will share the plot with you.  It all starts with a girl, Katniss, and her friend Gale.  Katniss lives in a place that use to be called North America before it were destroyed by people in great wars and natural disaster.  Now it has been taken over by the capitol who has established ""12 districts"" instead of colonies or towns.  To keep control of these districts the Capitol host every year the Hunger Games.  These Huger Games pick (supposedly from random selection) a boy and a girl between the ages of 12-18 from each district to participate.  So the bad news for these participants???  It is a fight to the death, so only one victor will remain at the end of the games.  Obviously  Katniss is picked or there wouldn't be a story.<br/><br/>In the book Katniss is a character you really come to love.  At times you want to reach in and strangle her yourself and other you feel deep sympathy for her plight.  It was such a good book that I ordered the rest of the series before I finished the first so I could keep on reading.  I would recommend this book to anyone over the age of 11.  I say 11 not because of the text used but the subject matter.  In the book it does talk about Katniss having to use ""romance"" with kisses to acquire some things.  It never gets into it like the adult books, but enough that if your child isn't mature enough to deal with it or you haven't had any ""The Talks"" yet, it might raise some questions you don't want to answer.  While there isn't a lot of detail in romance it still leaves a lot for the imagination (okay so maybe I just have a dirty mind. LOL!).  Over all great book!!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RH148MK7XOB09?ASIN=0439023521	"""The"" Review"	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The United States is gone. North America has become Panem, a TV-dominated dictatorship, run by a city called the Capitol. The yearly highlight is the Hunger Games: a bloodthirsty reality TV show in which 24 teenagers chosen at random--two from each District--fight each other in a desolate environment called the ''arena.'' The story follows Katniss Everdeen, a girl from District 12 and Peeta Mellark, a guy also from District 12. who begin on an adventure they will never forget, The Hunger Games.<br/><br/>""Winning means fame and fortune. Losing means certain death. The Hunger Games have begun...""<br/><br/>Author Suzanne Collins keeps the romance moving and interesting throughout the novel involving Katness and two gentlemen. At times it's twisted, changing and confusing, but Collins keeps you involved and torn between which guy Katniss should choose and wondering if her feelings are true. At the end of the novel I was left heartbroken by a big reveal that I had been on edge about for a majority of the story. Collins then, without resolving the issue, ends the book! Oh, how cruel but suspenseful! I suggest having the next book ready and waiting.<br/><br/>Even though Collins is an amazing writer, she, like all authors, has her faults. Although the story line is intriguing and she keeps you emotionally involved, she tends to drag portions of the story on for longer than necessary and you start to think, ""okay okay already: what's gonna happen next!""<br/><br/>I loved this novel! It's one of those that takes a long time in the beginning to get into only because Collins is being sneaky and getting the reader attached to each and every character. Then, wham, here is this story that  you've lost yourself in and if you're not careful you'll forget it's just a book!  Such a suspenseful, thrilling, and emotionally capturing book. I wholeheartedly recommend this book to all ages.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24E4AR7BDB7FC?ASIN=0439023521	How did I miss this one?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">How is it that I have just started reading this book? I picked it up a while ago, but kept putting it off. It was such a great read that I think I will buy the boxed set and figure out what to do with my copy of The Hunger Games.<br/><br/>The thing that really got me was seeing the difference in the living conditions between the rich and the poor. Also, the fact they the country was split up into industries and each section pretty much did only one thing - and all for the good of the Capital. How frustrating it must have been for the kids to see everything they will never have just before going in to fight for their lives. The idea of holding an annual battle between children/teens for all to see is disturbing - it's like having a more fierce and deadly version of Survivor involving kids. This dystopian novel really makes you think about how the powerful could crush everything you hold dear and force everyone to bend at their will just to survive.<br/><br/>Katniss is absolutely my favourite heroine this year! Even before being chosen for the Hunger Games she was showing such strength and bravery by hunting for food for her family even though it is banned. She is so strong willed and just so real. Her emotions are all over the place during this book and I think that shows she is really just a girl thrown into a terrible world while trying to make the best of her situation. The idea of The Hunger Games makes you actually feel for her even more. Who puts children into such a place to fight to the death? You get attached to Katniss right away because it's unbearable to think of her dying.<br/><br/>Peeta is probably my most favourite hopeless romantic ever. No matter the situation he continues to love Katniss with his whole being, even when she is completely oblivious to it. He would do anything for her and for them to be both tossed into the Games is probably the worst situation ever - to have to knowingly kill your love interest because it means winning and be able to go home. They were the star crossed lovers like Romeo and Juliet, but with the major twist of imminent death hanging over their heads.<br/><br/>My two favourite parts in the book that show Katniss' more feminine side are when she sings to little Rue out in the Games - she is so tender and caring with her. And the other is her realization that she is stuck emotionally in a love triangle that she never saw coming - her best friend Gale and the baker's son and fellow competitor Peeta.<br/><br/>I absolutely cannot wait to read Catching Fire and Mockingjay. I must pick up the boxed set after Christmas and get reading! So with that thought in mind... I think I am going to have a giveaway for my paperback copy of The Hunger Games! Keep your eyes peeled for the contest - it should be up in a day or two.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TZVUT785R3AF?ASIN=0439023521	Best horror/apocalyptic book I've EVER read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought this book on the recommendation of a friend, and it seems trite to say it was a PAGE TURNER, but it absolutely was to the point of being hypnotic! I would start reading it around 10:30 at night with the intention of reading for 30 minutes or so, and I'd blink, and it would be 2 in the morning! Yes, I was that ENGAGED!<br/><br/>THE HUNGER GAMES is flawlessly written, has well-developed, fascinating characters, and it's fast-paced, incredibly suspenseful, and I can't RECOMMEND IT ENOUGH!!<br/><br/>Katniss, the main character, is the kind of hero that everyone can admire. She's incredibly smart. She's a brave and fierce warrior. She's kind to her fellow contenders/rivals as they compete to be the last kid standing. She's the JOAN OF ARC of the 21st Century! And the triangle romance between her, Peeta and Gale weaves another layer of tension and makes the book all the more appealing as we all wonder - who will Katniss choose in the end?<br/><br/>The world that Collins has created is unthinkably harsh/brutal, and some might say unrealistic. In that, we Americans would NEVER allow a child to be forced to participate in a fight to the death as is described in THE HUNGER GAMES. However, to me, the plot line provides an interesting parallel. Do we not all toss our young to the societal, corporate and economic wolves upon graduation from high school or college? While, of course, Katniss's life LITERALLY hangs in the balance throughout the tome, but are we not all trying to prepare our children for a perilous journey where the ugly and formidable foe of death awaits us on a bleak and distant horizon? When you think about it, the wheels of commerce could care less about the college graduate who can't find a job (and who could end up homeless) or a weak child who is ill-prepared for the cruel world like Katniss's sister akin to a high school grad trying to find employment/survive who has few job skills. So, are we really that different?<br/><br/>Okay, soapbox aside, lastly, THE HUNGER GAMES is an outstanding MUST READ. And I'd like to THANK Scholastic books for having the testicular strength (he he) to publish this novel. In the current bottom-line driven publishing arena where the drab prose of the mediocre is often KING (no reference AT ALL to S King) for fear that a book might be too cerebral for today's readers, which SADLY reinforces the practice of producing the bland diet of the massively over-published J Patterson and his ilk, my hat is OFF TO THE EDITORS of Scholastic for providing a truly masterful work of fiction!!! Additionally, the second book is just as awesome... can't wait to read the THIRD!<br/><br/>Peace out from the Buckeye state...<br/>L Logan</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KE3SW921MLZY?ASIN=0439023521	Are You Reading the Hunger Games?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games<br/>By Suzanne Collins<br/>  It all started with a question: ""Are you reading the Hunger Games?""<br/>I said No.<br/><br/>  ""Really? I thought you would be reading them. Everyone else I know is reading these books.""<br/><br/>  After that, I saw several people reading the Hunger Games. That roused my curiosity. I went to Barnes and Noble and asked about this series. The fellow at the store told me the plot of the story. He also said he hardly ever read YA books, but I would love reading this series.<br/><br/>  I found the book to be priced less on Amazon. I bought the book and began the journey into the world of Katniss and Peeta.<br/><br/>  The country as we know it has changed. North America is now called Panem, and is divided into 12 Districts. Each District is responsible for providing one product for the Capital. District 12, where Katniss lives, is responsible for coal. The Capital controls the District's people by keeping them hungry and poor. Katniss Everdeen has been defying the Capital by sneaking out and hunting for food which she even trades with the Peacekeepers.<br/><br/>  Every year the Capital has a festivity they call the `Reaping'. During this time one boy and one girl, between the ages of 12 and 18, from each district is chosen by lottery to participate in the Hunger Games. They will be sent to fight the other 23 tributes in an areana set up by the Capital.<br/><br/>  When twelve year old Prim Everdeen is chosen to represent District 12, her sister Katniss volunteers to take her place. The male tribute from the same district is the son of a baker. How can Katniss fight to the death with all the stronger and well trained tributes from the other districts?<br/><br/>  The reader feels the tension building when Katniss puts things into perspective. How can she hate anyone enough to kill them, and how can she kill them when they are just children? But the hardest question is: How can she kill Peeta, who was there years ago to give her bread when she was starving?<br/><br/>  The rules state that there can only be one victor and in order to be the victor, she will have to be the last one alive in the Hunger Games.<br/><br/>  I just have one question: Are you reading the Hunger Games? I recommend this book and know you won't be able to eat, sleep, go to school or work until you finish this book.<br/><br/>Jill Ammon Vanderwood<br/>author: What's It Like Living Green?: Kids Teaching Kids, by the Way They Live<br/><br/>The YA book: Drugs Make You Un-Smarter is coming soon!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVKXQU4DVW2EB?ASIN=0439023521	Just Wow!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I picked up this book because this summer I saw the third book in every bookstore, so I was like, why not? I'm not really a reader of YA, but I have to say I absolutely love this. Cannot put it down the moment I picked it up. Collins had that magic where she pulled in the reader from the very first moment. The first person present tense gives the story an immediacy that quickly catches a reader's attention. When I finished the first chapter, I know I was a goner.<br/><br/>The story is set in a post-apocalyptic world where the country in North America is called Panem. There is the Capitol and then the 12 districts serving the Capitol. Because of a rebellion decades ago, the Capitol designed the Hunger Games as punishment to the districts and as a reminder that the Capitol has the power to destroy the districts should they ever try to rebel again. The Hunger Games is basically that the Capital picks 24 kids (a girl and a boy from each district) to participate in a game where they kill off each other in an arena and only 1 can live in the end.<br/><br/>Katniss Everdeen is a 16 year old girl living in District 12. When her younger sister was chosen to be in the Hunger Games, she volunteered. Thus begins her journey to the Capitol and all that ensues. Because of the rather dark nature of the story, it's sometimes hard to remember that Katniss is only 16. Like other girls, she can be selfish, throws tantrums, and just be an all-around teenager, but at the same time she's remarkably old for her age, has seen a lot of dreadful things in her life, and had the strength to survive all the obstacles life had thrown at her. Sometimes one can't help but admire Katniss, but like I said, she isn't likable all the time, so in this Collins has truly created a believable and real character with conflicting emotions.<br/><br/>For the length of the book, there're a lot of other characters, but while the characterization of some might be a bit lacking, one truly start to care for them through the eyes of Katniss. Even her competitors are not completely despicable. This only pulls at one's heartstrings even more because we know that they have to die, yet we can't help but wanting more than one of them to win the Hunger Games<br/><br/>Truly enjoyed this. Reading the next book now.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSXY004REVAF?ASIN=0439023521	Summer blockbuster reading!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">`The Hunger Games' is the first book in Suzanne Collins ridiculously popular (and heartbreakingly wonderful) `Hunger Games' trilogy.<br/><br/>The first book came out in October 2008 and generated a *lot* of buzz. It helped that Stephenie Meyer and Stephen King provided puffs for the book's cover, and generally ensured that two very different but far-reaching audiences would give the book a go. . . but more than that, film buzz started up pretty much from the get-go. I was aware of the hype, but I also knew that `The Hunger Games' was the first book in a trilogy. . . so I decided to bide my time and wait for all the books to come out and read them back-to-back. The third and final book, `Mockingjay' was released in August of this year. . . but I still waited three months before I started reading.<br/><br/>There is a New World Order where the Capitol rules, absolutely. In a bid to quench uprisings and rebellion, the Capitol have made sport out of sacrifice. . . every year they hold The Hunger Games. Twenty-four people from each District (starting at age 12) are randomly selected to enter into a fight to the death - for the amusement and entertainment of Capitol residents. The Games are viewed around the world, camera lapping up the blood and gore and audiences rooting and sponsoring their favourite sacrifices.<br/><br/>Two children from each district, one boy and one girl, enter into the ever-changing arena landscape to battle against one another and come out the sole, victorious, survivor. The reaping provides dual purpose - entertainment value and to remind the District's that the Capitol can offer their children up to slaughter without batting an eyelid.<br/><br/>This year Katniss Everdeen is one of the Game's offerings. Along with Peeta Mellark, these two represent District 12 - Panem's lowliest, poorest district famous only for coal mining. Katniss enters into the game with the dwindling hope that she will survive and return home to her mother and little sister, Prim. But a risky strategy by Peeta might just turn the game around for them. . . if they spin a tale of being star-crossed lovers, thrown into the Hunger Games only to kill one another, can they win the heart of the crowd and accomplish the impossible? Can they actually win?<br/><br/>`The Hunger Games' is summer-blockbuster reading. It's a cross between George Orwell's 1984, Gladiator, Mad Max and John Marsden's `Tomorrow' series. . . in a word: `phenomenal'. I hate to use clichés, but `The Hunger Games' is literally `unputdownable'. It's the sort of book that you hole yourself up with in your room, and when someone comes in to tell you that dinner is ready or it's time for you to go to work, you snarl and snap at them and tell them to get the hell out because you just got to a really good part and they're killing your reading-mojo. . . it's that kind of book!<br/><br/>There are so many layers to `The Hunger Games'. On the surface it's a damn good yarn - full of tension, action, unrequited love and moral conundrums. . . but if you dig deeper you start to really appreciate how complex Suzanne Collins's universe is.<br/><br/>The book acts as a sort of mirror to society. In a time when reality TV rules the box, Collins writes a distorted, dystopian imagining of reality TV in the future - where blood-sport is the new norm. The same way that George Orwell predicted a watchful Big Brother society, Collins forecasts a disturbing new trend in reality television. And a lot of the book's focus (even indirectly) is on the audience who lap up the bloodied television show.<br/><br/>I loved reading about the Capitol and its residents. It is with characters like Effie Trinket (one of District 12's `mentors') that Collins takes current notions of `celebrity' to exaggerated and disturbing lengths. I loved reading about the look and dress of Capitol residents - from the stylist who dyed her skin a pea-green shade to the gold eye-tattoos and rampant plastic surgery. There's no doubt that Collin's fictional future dystopia is our current society in a fun-house mirror - embellished and ruined.<br/><br/>`The Hunger Games' is a twisted, romantic fare. Peeta and Katniss's `romance' is wonderful and wonderfully complicated. The book is told from Katniss's perspective, so when Peeta starts flirting she (and readers) are never entirely sure if it's a strategy or genuine love. Add into the mix the fact that Peeta and Katniss are going into the Hunger Games arena knowing only one of them can survive. . . and this isn't your typical romance. I've never read such high romantic stakes in a Young Adult book and I loved the fact that the `love story' is just as edge-of-your-seat as the action of fighting to the death. Brilliant!<br/><br/>Perhaps my favourite aspect of `The Hunger Games' was the characters and Suzanne Collin's making heroes out of her young protagonists. I love reading YA books where the author doesn't `talk down' to her characters, and therefore audience. Collins has really made a hero of Katniss - she has written her as a tough-as-nails, ass-kicking young woman. And I especially loved that all of the young characters in this book don't rely on adults to `save' them - they have to save themselves because, in fact, the adults are the bad guys. The adults are the Gamemakers and Capitol politicians who insist on throwing these games every year and making a killing example out of these poor kids.<br/><br/>Like John Marsden, Suzanne Collins throws her young characters into impossibly awful situations, letting them save themselves and test their own mettle. Brilliant. These are characters that young readers can admire and learn from.<br/><br/>I absolutely, unabashedly and whole-heartedly loved the first book in the Hunger Games trilogy. On the one hand I kind of wish I had jumped on the Suzanne Collins band-wagon sooner. . . but at the same time I was totally relieved reading the last page of `The Hunger Games' and knowing that `Catching Fire' and `Mockingjay' were waiting for me on my shelf. I don't know how I could have stood the suspense otherwise.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KQMAO7PPKZWO?ASIN=0439023521	Needs to be your Next Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What is it about Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins that enthralls me so much? My husband teases that it's all the fighting and the killing. He is right that the book is driven by violence. It is also driven by suspense. Which means in either case, it's not my typical book. I prefer character books; where there is more than action to the story. Hunger Games however is that special hybrid that offers mind-bending and heart-wracking thrills, while also offering up characters to love, settings to absorb, and enough emotional angst and moral probing to leave one slightly unsettled when the book covers are shut.<br/><br/>Collins reveals much of the depth of her main character Katniss through the memories she relives of family, friends, and neighbors while competing for her life against eleven other selected tributes in the Capitol's arena of death. Even before being plunged into this nightmare, however, we first see Katniss seek the warm comfort of her sister, anticipate the comfortable presence of best friend Gale, swing by the Hob (a black market) which remains busy even on Reaping Day, and struggling to accept help from her mother. In other words, in just one chapter, Collins successfully presents Katniss as a vulnerable and flawed but likeable character. Then in the very next, her sister's name is called as a tribute, Katniss volunteers to take her place, and the countdown to the Hunger Games begins. Yet Collins continues to delve deeply into her characters, like a miner burrowing deeper and deeper into the earth, even as the action switches from District 12 to the Capitol and to the Hunger Games arena.<br/><br/>While I also do not particularly gravitate to books about other worlds, setting can enhance a book for me in the same way that large screens and high definition video can enhance the movie-viewing experience. Collins has delineated details so well that her hauntingly medieval but also starkly futuristic setting feels alarmingly real. Each district in her country of Panem lives by a trade, in District 12 children grow up to be coal miners, and suffers from the effects of war. All districts are separated from one another, surrounded by electric fences, and often guarded by Peacekeepers who punish law-breakers with whippings, gallows, or gunfire. Even worse, the Capitol annually requires each district to enter names of children into a drawing, from which one youth per district is picked to compete in the Hunger Games, from which there is allowed to only a single survivor. In ancient times maidens were sacrificed to appease monsters or gods; in Panem, children are thrown into an arena where environmental features such as manufactured wild birds and beasts are dreamt up by the Gamekeepers of the Capitol.<br/><br/>I could rave further about all the positives of Hunger Games. There is Collins' style: ""As I stride to the elevator, I fling my bow to one side and quiver to the other ... brush past the Avoxes who guard the elevators and hit the number twelve...."" Teachers would definitely praise Collins for her use of WOW words! There is also the thematic undertone: Consider Peeta's declaration that in the arena: ""I want to die as myself."" His stirring words causes a quarrel between him and Katniss that reminds of the varied reactions of contestants on reality shows. Truly Hunger Games holds so many qualities so perfectly blended together that it needs to be your next read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LCUKGK2B7N2I?ASIN=0439023521	"Ian from Lake Tapps says,""I was hooked the first time."""	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Are you hungry for a new book? If so go to your nearest book store and buy yourself a tasty Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins. This sifi and action book is full of action and suspense. This 347 page book is for people 10 and up. You will probably stay up all night with a flashlight reading this book!<br/>Katniss everdeen is a 16 year old poacher with her friend gale, and are both citizens of district 12 in the country panem. When her sister prim is chosen to be a tribute in the capitols hunger games, she goes up to take her place! But it's not just her but the baker Peeta (Katniss's secret admirer). On the train to the capitol she meets the wonderful fashion designer Cinna. When Katniss gets to the capitol she finds out she's getting mentored by the drunken haymitch. Her first dinner at the capitol she tastes many new things like hot coca, lamb stew, and burritos. When she enters the arena, she might as well be in an area with 22 other blood thirsty kids trying to kill her! Later on she meets the young rue. Will she partner up? Or will it be certain death?<br/>My favorite parts of the book are; when katniss gets her bow and arrow because it causes most of the action most of the action and lets her kill people and hunt for food. Another great part is when katniss meets rue because she has twice as many people to kill and she has to protect and then kill Rue. This book is to die for!<br/> I learned that books with action and adventure and drama are a lot more fun to read. You should finish the breathtaking series I love this book.<br/><br/>The sequels of this book are catching fire and mockingjay. Some other great books for survival are my side of the mountain and hatchet. Some great books for action are the Percy Jackson and the Olympians series. Read these!!!<br/><br/>Buy or rent this book!!You will be reading it all night and during car rides. So go to your nearest bookstore and buy you self a copy of the hunger games!!!<br/><br/>*****</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1E3Z44D6U10NR?ASIN=0439023521	The best book ever!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">CONTAINS SPOILERS<br/>this is one of my favorite books. it is well written and descriptive in my opinion. it never gets boring. i am so obsessed with this book that i could asnwer any question about it.<br/><br/>  in my opinion the minor characters play a huge part in the book. if one were to think about any of the many many many minor characters roles they would realize if one of them didnt exist then it would throw the rest of the story off. here are only very few examples of this.<br/>if Glimmer did not exist then Katniss would have never got the bow and arrows when the Careers chased her up a tree where she dropped a tracker jacker nest on them killing Glimmer. if Marvel (boy from District 1) didnt exsist Rue wouldnt have died how she did. if Cato didnt exist then katniss and peeta couldve won easier. but then who would the mutts have attacked? if Clove wasnt there who would Thresh have killed at the feast? Katniss? then whats the point of the book if the main character dies in the middle of the story? then theres Foxface. if she didnt exist then Katniss wouldve never known about the mines around the Careers supplies. once again Katniss would have died. Rue. my favorte character. Katniss wouldnt have known how to treat tracker jacker stings and she wouldnt know how to use the night vision glasses. If Thresh didnt exsist Katniss would be dead. simply because Thresh saved her from Clove at the feast. Prim... if she didnt exsit Katniss wouldnt have gone to the Hunger Games in the first place. no story there. if Gale didnt exist Katniss wouldnt have known how to set up the snares that she did. Finally, Cinna created what Katniss and Peeta wore when they rode in the chariots throught the capitol. because of their costumes Katniss became known as the girl on fire.<br/><br/>the point of that long paragraph was to say that Suzanne Collins made all of the minor characters play a very important role in some part of the book.<br/><br/>the one thing i dont like about this book is Peeta. its hard to explain without ruining the last book but i absolutely despise him. in my opinion he just made it harder on Katniss in the arena. i also think that Gale shouldve voulenteered to take Peetas place.<br/><br/>once again this is my favorite book and i cannot wait until the movie comes out! when i wrote this i found that it is supposed to come out in 2013.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1820SUHBAO9AO?ASIN=0439023521	Outstanding	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I know a book is good when I put off all other responsibilities, including sleep, in order to finish it. And even though this is classified as a 'young adult' novel, I enjoyed it perhaps even more than other 'adult' novels I've read recently. It deals with a very mature concept without being too graphic, and at times is very thought provoking.<br/><br/>If you have read Koushun Takami's ""Battle Royale""  then the idea behind ""The Hunger Games"" will be familiar. In an effort to keep their citizens in a state of constant fear and passivism, the Capitol of Panem (formerally the USA, renamed after a violent uprising of citizens against the government)has created the ""Hunger Games"", an annual contest to the death between 24 kids between the ages of 12 and 18. One boy and one girl are randomly picked from each of the Capitol's outlying 12 districts. When the story begins, it is reaping day, when the 'tributes', as they are called, are chosen.At age 16, Katniss Everdeen has already had to endure four reapings in District 12, and she has had the fortune of never being picked. But this is the first year her younger sister Prim has been required to enter, and wouldn't you know that she is picked and Katniss volunteers to take her place. To make matters worse, the male tribute of District 12 is a boy she owes her very life to--Peeta Mellark, the son of a baker who purposly risked a beating from his mother in order to give Katniss bread when she was on the verge of starvation several years earlier.<br/><br/>Just in the first few chapters Suzanne Collins has set the pace for an exciting, violent and emotional story that never loosens its grip on the reader. Katniss is caught in a whirlwind of activity where she must prepare to kill or be killed, but the complications of having Peeta involved make the situation much more difficult, as there can only be one winner of the Hunger Games.<br/>Katniss is an easy character to like and root for, even when she is being completely oblivious to certain situations right in front of her. Her main goal is survival, and she will do whatever it takes to win. The deaths are handled very tastefully and are never too graphic. The romance is also subdued, no more than kissing, but adds just the right amount of extra suspense and problems for Katniss to deal with.<br/>You can't read this book and not help to wonder if something like this could ever happen in the civilized world. Could one government become so powerful that the could keep an entire population controlled to point that no one thinks twice about children being sent off to kill one another? How long would people allow it to go one before rising up against the government and taking control again? By the end of ""the Hunger Games"" it is clear that another revolution is brewing, and Katniss is right in the middle of it. Almost as soon as I finished this book I rushed out to pick up ""Catching Fire"". Collins has created a mature read for anyone, though some parents might want to read it for themselves first before deciding if it is appropraite for their kids. If anything, it should encourage some family discussion about the boundaries of power and how one maintains individualism in the face of overwhelming subjection. I can't wait to see how Katniss's story ends.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BGBYP8Z7ZLA0?ASIN=0439023521	The Ultimate Reality Show	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games are the ultimate reality show: A fight to the death among 24 young people (the tributes), one boy and one girl from each of the twelve districts, while the rich and spoiled people of the Capitol watch on, and bid for their favorites. Only a winner is allowed. A winner that will never be hungry again or forced to participate in the games.<br/><br/>The Games take place every year in the Capitol and are run by the government that rules the twelve districts, the remnants of the land that once was called North America. The Games are a reminder that ""resistance is futile"" as the Capitol has the power to destroy the districts if so wished, as it destroyed number thirteen seventy four years ago during the last rebellion.<br/><br/>As the book starts, sixteen years old Katniss volunteers to compete in the Games when her twelve years old sister is chosen to represent the 12th district. Katniss, who lost her father in a mine explosion at thirteen and has been since keeping her mother and little sister fed with her hunting, is determined to stay alive whatever the price. For Peeta, the male tribute from the same district, things are not so simple. Is it possible, he wonders, to play the Games without losing his humanity?<br/><br/>Those who think YA and/or Fantasy books are light fare may have to reconsider after reading this book because the question The Hunger Games asks: would you kill to stay alive? Would you kill an enemy, a friend, a lover? is not easy to answer.<br/><br/>Suzanne Collins's premise in The Hunger Games is that yes, when hunted, we all become hunters. But killing a human being comes with a high price and the survivor will forever be haunted by the dead.<br/><br/>Being a Young Adult novel, the story ends with a note of hope (and BTW that is why I read/write YA novels). Yet the question remains, taunting the reader: how much of your humanity/your core beliefs will you give up to stay alive? to make a living? It's a question we all have had (or will have) to answer sometime in our lives, even if the circumstances are not as extreme as in the novel and the price to pay for failure not as high.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CE803MEKLI00?ASIN=0439023521	Can This Book Get Any Better?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My Summary: In a futuristic society, the United States is no more. In it's place is Panem, and only twelve of the original thirteen districts remain.<br/><br/>Katniss Everdeen, a resident of the coal-producing District Twelve, prepares for The Reaping by making sure that her little sister Prim has as few entries as possible. Yet, against the odds, Prim is picked and Katniss volunteer's in her place to be a tribute for the yearly Hunger Games.<br/><br/>She knows the odds aren't good. 24 tributes in all, and only one can survive. It will be a fight to the death, against people she cares about, and only the strong and smart can survive...<br/><br/>Review: Action-filled, surprising moments, smartly plotted and equally smart characters...can this book get any better?<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is one of those series that is addictive, smart, and very well plotted. She uses the skills her father taught her about hunting in order to help her family survive (which is illegal). She hunts with her best friend Gale, to keep both their families alive and well. However, once Katniss becomes a tribute, she has to focus on one thing only: survival. Staying true to her character, Katniss doesn't become some bloodthirsty beast, she gets smart, uses her wits and skills in the arena, as well as forms alliances...but only one person can survive in the end.<br/><br/>Each character is well developed, with their own personalities. I didn't like every character, but that's what made them all more real to me, because you can't like everyone (although, I loved Haymitch! So funny!).<br/><br/>The description flows perfectly, the surprises don't fail to shock, and the end gives you both fulfillment (there's nothing too cliffhangerish) and curiosity for the next installment, Catching Fire.<br/><br/>This trilogy is perfect for anyone who enjoys a good dystopia novel, with action, adventure, a dash of romance, and plenty of moments where you will be unable to tear yourself away from the book.<br/><br/>Highlights: In a game of survival, I didn't know what to expect next. I love how smart Katniss is, and she uses everything she has. The girl is smart, and focused, which is wonderful to read about. I enjoyed Collins' writing as well, it's very easy to fall into and get caught up in the story.<br/><br/>Lowlights: I'm not really a fan of the name ""Katniss"", but it's grown on me through the years. And really, it's kind of a petty thing to consider a ""lowlight"".</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VSA7XNMT4VFM?ASIN=0439023521	Down with the Capitol!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So, apparently... I'm late to the party... again. I've been told by countless friends and bloggers that I need to read THE HUNGER GAMES by Suzanne Collins. My best friend raved about it. But... dystopian books really aren't my thing. I decided to pick it up anyway, and it's been sitting on my shelf for a couple years.<br/><br/>With the release of MOCKINGJAY and the frenzy surrounding it, I decided to start reading. As with other dystopian novels, I had a hard time getting into the book. Figuring out what their world was like and trying to get a grasp on the situation. All I can say is... I'm really glad I don't live in this world.<br/><br/>A boy and girl from each district are chosen every year to fight to the death in a televised event. All contestants range from ages 12 to 18. And only one can survive. Katniss volunteered to go to The Hunger Games, in the place of her little sister, Prim. And Peeta was chosen to go along as well to represent District 12. There is an interesting dynamic between these two characters. It's written from Katniss' point of view, so you don't always know what Peeta's thinking. But then, you don't always know exactly what Katniss is thinking, either.<br/><br/>They are given the royal treatment as they prepare for the games, and their mentor, a previous winner from District 12, is a drunk. (Although I did really enjoy Haymitch). Their team tries to prepare them. They get tossed into an arena and are expected to kill every other teen there. How can anyone be prepared for that?<br/><br/>So, yeah... this book definitely didn't seem like something I'd enjoy reading. But the writing was fantastic. I enjoyed many of the characters and look forward to getting to know them better, especially Gale. A few scenes made me weepy, and once made me actually cry. While I liked the book, I didn't love it as many of my friends did. But I'm definitely glad I took the time to read it, and I already pulled CATCHING FIRE from my shelf. I definitely recommend it.<br/><br/>I loved the names in this book, especially Katniss Everdeen.<br/><br/>There are three ""teams"" fans of this series has chosen: Team Peeta, Team Gale, and Team Katniss. I see a lot of people on Peeta's team, but I don't feel Gale was given a good enough shot. So I'm reserving my right to choose a team affiliation until later. Temporarily though, I'm Team Katniss.<br/><br/>Down with the Capitol!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RZ0JTBNCQ3KW?ASIN=0439023521	RomancingThePage.com review of The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Review Posted on [...] by Laura Lynn<br/><br/>[...]<br/><br/>I had no idea what ""The Hunger Games""  by Suzanne Collins was about before picking it up two days ago. I had heard my friends ohhh and ahhh, but had no idea of the plot, the genre or even the characters. I laughed when I saw I was number 75 on the hold list at the library, but figured I would read it when my turn came. My turn came this weekend when a friend lent me her copy.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is set in the future after war has eliminated the United States and left the country of Panem in its place. Each year the 12 districts within this country are required to select 2 youth to fight in a gladiator style battle to the death. Huger Games follows the struggle of the teenagers from District 12 from before they are chosen until the battle is over.<br/><br/>Now I have to admit this is not my usual fare. I do not read blood and guts stories, nor do I typically enjoy suspense novels, so I was a little apprehensive about the topic. If I had not been quickly drawn into the narrative I'm not sure I would have finished it. As it was, I was so quickly absorbed that I read almost all of the book in one sitting.<br/><br/>Aimed at the teenage market, the story is easy to read and the characters appeal to the adolescent crowd. That said, there is something universal about the struggle to survive that I could relate to, even buy into. While the main characters, Katniss and Peeta, are from different parts of society and their individual struggles differ, both must fight to the death inside the arena.<br/><br/>The story does not focus on killing as much as I had expected, instead it focuses on relationships and emotions. Topics such as friendship, loyalty, love, determination, hope, betrayal, fear, insecurity and survival make the story a rich backdrop to interact with the characters.<br/><br/>At 374 pages, I finished the story in 4-5 hours, and found myself unable to put it down toward the end. Suzanne Collins does a wonderful job of making the reader care about Katniss and I found myself worried about how the story would turn out.<br/><br/>While The Hunger Games may not make it into the classics with Bronte or Austen, it is a fun read that will draw you in and keep you engaged. There are two more books in the series, Catching Fire and Mocking Jay which hopefully will wrap up a few loose ends and complete the story of Katniss and Peeta. You should see those reviews in the upcoming weeks.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2V74BXHXGHORQ?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the ultimate Don't-put-down-until-you're-finished book.  From the word go, I was hooked.  It takes place in America centuries from now.  Welcome to a place where there are twelve districts, where reputation is everything, and where for entertainment people are forced to kill each other.  It sounds brutal.  It is.  Katniss Evergreen is the main character and she's not just some girl.  She lives in District Twelve.  District Twelve is poorest and most looked down on district there is.  It's not easy to live there.  There's no work, hence no way to get food.  But not for Katniss.  She's the ultimate rebel.  The district is supposed to be surrounded by an electric fence.  Lucky for her she can get in and hunt.  Katniss will do anything to care for her family since her father died.  In the end, it seems she doesn't succeed.  The Hunger Games is something of a punishment to the entire country, as well as a threat.  The capital, Panem, means to show that they have the power through the games.  From every district two are chosen, a male and female to participate in the Hunger Games.  The object: Kill everyone and be the only one to survive.  If you win, you live the life of luxury afterwards.  Some of the districts youth train for the Hunger Games their entire life.  These districts are the richest among all the others.District Twelve receives no training whatsoever.  This years female chosen: Katniss' little sister.  Katniss immediately volunteers and goes instead of her younger sister.  The male chosen from district Twelve is someone who once saved Katniss' life.  District twelve has been the joke of the games for years.  But Katniss refuses to give up.  Even before the games she defies the capital and breaks rules.  During the games she stays out of the way and lays low.  but eventually she'll have to come out.<br/><br/>Katniss Everdeen is a character that you can't help but adore.  She's independent, hardworking, and big hearted even if she won't admit it.  She's not a crowd favorite in the book, but that's the way she wants it.  She's one of those characters that proves one person really can make a difference.<br/><br/>I loved the book.  It's a novel that is surprisingly realistic.  To this book I can honestly say, I felt like I was there.  The author is truly talented and I expect to see many more great things from her.  I can only that I highly recommend this book to all.  That's the least I can say other than, if you're reading to get a feel for the book, I'm surprised you haven't yet read it.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AMUW5A64SRQP?ASIN=0439023521	Dark, Crazy, Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As you probably know by now, Hunger Games is about a post-apocaliptic North America. The land is now Panem, a country divided into the capital and 12 distinct districts. Each year, to show that the leaders in the capital are all-powerful, two children (a boy and a girl aged 12-18) are chosen from each district to compete in a televised battle royale. The 24 children must fight to the death, until only one stands. That winner will bring wealth and respect back to his or her family and district. The entire event is broadcast to the city for - disgustingly - its entertainment.<br/><br/>Sixteen year old Katniss Evergreen is from District 12, a very poor area known for coal mining. With her father dead, she single-handedly takes care of her mother and younger sister, Prim. When Prim is chosen to be part of the Hunger Games, Katniss volunteers to take her place. So, she and the baker's son, Peeta, are taken to the capital and - eventually - the games, where they have to use every skill possible to literally stay alive.<br/><br/>The book is extremely gripping from page one. Part The Lottery, part Lord of the Flies and part Battle Royale, it brings all of the themes together into one delicious read. And it doesn't hold back. While just a young adult book, Suzanne Collins does not treat her readers like children. From the moment the games begin, character die - brutally. Shocking, terrifying, and utterly engaging, the book doesn't let you put it down.<br/><br/>I enjoyed the overall theme - how the government, when given the chance, can really overtake and overthrow society. I never forgot how much was at stake for Katniss, as she navigated the playing field, and it utterly terrified me. It's a great read for today's society, that's so obsessed with reality tv shows.<br/><br/>There's a reason the book has been linked to the Twilight series. While much better written, it's equally as grabbing. There isn't a vampire, yet there is an underlying romance brewing for Katniss. Yet, as opposed to Bella, Katniss is extremely hardcore. She's not weak, and while at times she does doubt her survival, she continues going. She's a fantastic character.<br/><br/>While brutal, the book was truly fantastic and I'm eagerly awaiting the arrival of the sequel (and the release of the final book of the trilogy - Mockingjay). Seriously, don't doubt it. It may seem similar in theme, but it definitely brings a new spin and is incredibly haunting from page one. It shows the power of children, and, ultimately, the raw talent of the author. It keeps you thinking, as any great book should do.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KIJ4XQELBDX5?ASIN=0439023521	What an entertaining and simultaneously disturbing novel!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Meet Katniss Everdeen, a 16 year-old female who lives with her younger sister, Prim, and their mother. Katniss has had an unfortunately difficult life but she has made the best of it. She lives in District 12, the final district of Panem. It is the Coal producing district, and she lost her father, a coal miner, in a mine disaster, years earlier. Panem arose out of what remained of North America after natural and man-made disasters destroyed it. As with many post-apocalyptic tales, rebellions occurred against the powers-that-be, otherwise known as the Capitol. During the uprisings, District 12 was defeated and District 13 was destroyed.<br/><br/>In order for the 12 districts to always remember who holds the power, the Capitol began an annual event called The Hunger Games. Every year, each district produces one girl and one boy (ages 12 through 18, randomly drawn) to fight in the Games. The 24 tributes are taken to the Capitol and enjoy a short week of simple training, eating like kings, and attending events and interviews. Then, they are thrown into the vast outdoor arena to fight for their lives, as the Hunger Games has only one winner.<br/><br/>As you can probably guess, Katniss is the tribute for District 12, along with Peeta Mellark, the town baker's son. They are whisked away to the Capitol and treated like royalty. It becomes apparent that Katniss may stand a chance in the Games when she proves to the Gamemasters that she possesses great hunting skills. After all, she has been keeping her family from starvation for years by killing game and gathering vegetation (illegally) in the Seam of District 12.<br/><br/>While Katniss and Peeta are from the same District, it is no secret that they will eventually face one another as enemies. Peeta is very kind, but Katniss vows not to allow him to weasel his way into her heart. Peeta surprises her though, on many levels and in many ways, throughout the book. Does he eventually weasel his way in? Can he be trusted in such a dire situation?<br/><br/>The characters in this novel are very realistic as they sympathize with others and form alliances and friendships even though they face overwhelming odds. All 24 tributes have some sort of page time, some way more than others. The plot is high intensity, very dramatic, deeply emotional and completely engrossing! Katniss is courageous, intelligent, skilled, wily, and compassionate. Peeta is kind, loyal, and brave, but is not on an equal playing field with Katniss' skills. Peeta grew on me. I didn't have much draw towards him through much of the book, but he won me over at the #7 quote below.<br/><br/>The mutations of animals that you come across in this world are interesting, freaky and vile! The Capitol bio-engineered certain species for their own purposes - spying, physical damage, etc - and they play serious roles in this story. The mutants at the end of the book completely horrified me and I wonder if we will learn more about them.<br/><br/>There are a few twists at certain times in the books. One is very obvious, in my opinion, but the one at the end snuck up on me! It is an ugly twist that will make you gasp, and the outcome of that event sends us flying into the second book, Catching Fire.<br/><br/>Conclusion: 5 WHOLE STARS! What an entertaining and simultaneously disturbing novel! While the plot has been done before (The Game, Battle Royale), it does not take away from the emotional intensity you will find yourself feeling page after page! It is nothing short of fantastic. I have yet to speak to a book blogger who did not rave about this trilogy</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R381KV03D1P82I?ASIN=0439023521	the smartest and most evocative young adult fiction I've ever read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have always been a sucker for books with good dystopian story lines and The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins delivers on that very premise.  Set in the ruins of North America, in the country of Panem, the story details the lives in the twelve districts that surround The Capitol with. The Hunger Games focuses on the story of a sixteen-year-old girl from District Twelve,  named Katniss Everdeen, who's life consists of hunting in the woods with her friend Gale in order to keep her mother and her little sister, Prim,  alive.  However, on the day that Katniss' narration begins, survival is more important then ever. At two a celebration known as ""The Reaping"" occurs where a boy and a girl between the ages of twelve and eighteen will have their named picked from a bowl and made to fight for their survival in an arena where the Hunger Games will take place.  Katniss has done everything to make sure Prim is safe, but when Prim's name is drawn out of the bowl on Reaping Day, Katniss steps up to take her sister's place as a tribute.  Taken to the Capitol where she joins the other twenty-four tributes, Katniss is disgusted by the pageantry of what, in her mind, equates to an execution, and the politics that occur during her training days. Which is only made more complicated by the male tribute from her district, who may very well fancy her.  As the Hunger Games progress Katniss is faced with morality and survival in this tale of what it truly means to be human.<br/><br/>My first impression of this book was not a good one. I had problems imagining the world that Collins was setting up and I wasn't entirely sure that I got it straight.  The first likened the world of Panem to an old Victorian village, especially District Twelve, and then later started to imagine a world similar to Equilibrium. Finally when I managed to get the combination of technology with the poverty stricken districts, I found the book quite enjoying and was really taken by the politicking and how Collins was able to weave it into a story that featured children.<br/><br/>Shortly after Part II began I found myself engrossed in the novel. I didn't want to put it down with each new stratagem that was devised and each alliance that was made.  In fact, one of the biggest successes I found of Part II was making me forget the politics of Part I and involving me in each move that the tributes made.  It isn't until Part III that the political aspect of the book picks up again leaving the reader starving--I know I can't help the pun--to read the sequel Catching Fire.<br/><br/>The lasting impression that The Hunger Games gave me was that this is not Twilight. Certainly there's action and adventure, even a love triangle, but its not the focus of the book. What this book gives readers is the haunting desire to question the motivations of a culture and think about what they would do if such a practice was implemented.  As I approached the end of The Hunger Games, I found myself reminded of The Draft. The practices of Reaping Day reminded me so much of that practice at the very end that I couldn't help but find myself desiring to read Catching Fire immediately, particularly since Katniss' transformation is so beautifully written.<br/><br/>Final Grade: A-</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTVL8TKPRCHOL?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for more!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So after putting this series off for a far too long I finally decided it was time to read The Hunger Games. Let me tell you I am kicking myself for not starting it sooner. The bright side is that the second book is already out and the third is close at hand so I won't have to wait to finish this series. If you are looking for a book with a strong female heroin, edge of your seat suspense, or an emotional rollercoaster then this is the book for you. I have not cried from reading a book in a while (mostly because I steer clear of the tear jerker genre in general) but this one had me turning on the waterworks.<br/><br/>Katniss Everdeen is a 16-year-old girl living with her mother and younger sister (Prim) in the poorest district of Panem, District 12. Panem is what remains of the United States. Panem was once thirteen districts and a capital, but after an uprising nearly 75 years ago only 12 districts remain. The war that the district raged on the capital all those years ago is how the Capital has justified the creation of ""The Hunger Games."" Each year, ever one of the remaining twelve districts must send one boy and one girl to compete in the televised event where they are forced to fight to the death. Only one will be allowed to survive.<br/><br/>The reaping (like a lottery) is a dreaded event by everyone in the district but it is especially troubling for Katniss because this is the first year that her little sister's name will be in the running. When Prim is chosen, Katniss steps forward to take her place. Now Katniss along with Peeta are swept away to represent District 12 in the 74th annual Hunger Games.<br/><br/>I am a twilight fan so in the spirit of the Twilight mania going on in the world I am totally team Peeta! I &lt;3 Gale but Peeta...swoon! ;)<br/><br/>[...]</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDDJO0AJF1631?ASIN=0439023521	As Good As They Say	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins<br/>Scholastic, Inc, 2008<br/>374 pages<br/>YA; Science-fiction<br/>1st in trilogy<br/>5/5 stars<br/><br/>Source: I bought this because a. it has been highly acclaimed around the blogosphere and b. it was in paperback.<br/><br/>Summary: In the future the country is divided in to 12 districts plus the Capitol. Every year a boy and a girl from each district is chosen to participate in the Hunger Games, where they fight and kill down to the last person standing. This year Katniss is going as a tribute from District 12 and she's rather determined to win.<br/><br/>WITH (minor) SPOILERS!<br/><br/>Thoughts: I was a little leery of this because I'm not the biggest dystopian fan and it sounded super violent. Plus it was super popular-what if it was another Twilight (Note: I am largely anti-Twilight because it is crap, crap, crap).<br/><br/>Now Katniss doesn't really have any female friends but she's close to her sister and fiercely protective of her family, which I love. As an older sister, I like to think that I would be able to protect my sister even if I can't shoot arrows as well as Katniss. I also loved the secondary characters, especially Cinna and Haymitch, two of the people helping Katniss during the Games. They're funny and she interacted in interesting ways with them.<br/><br/>There was some predictability. It was pretty obvious who would be the last to die, when Rue would die, and a bit of the love story but it didn't detract from my enjoyment.<br/><br/>Team: This is the big question so...Peeta! He's been in love with her for eleven years; person secretly in love with another for ages is one of my favorite romantic tropes. While Gale may be in a similar position, he didn't take the opportunity to express it. It also helps that in Forever Young Adult's handy dissections of the series, Peeta is represented by William Moseley and Gale by Ethan Peck; Um King Peter FTW! (Actually I really love their review so check that out too)<br/><br/>Overall: Outstanding dystopian with generous dollops of romance-highly recommended!<br/><br/>Predictions: Keeping in mind that I've mostly avoided spoilers for the next two books, these are some of the things I'm thinking: Katniss will lead a rebellion against the Capitol, culminating in Mockingjay; the relationship between her and Peeta and her and Gale will end in a permanent relationship of her with one of them; I am also hoping that Katniss doesn't die.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15W3WLEMUXAP6?ASIN=0439023521	Surprisingly addicting!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is part of a three part trilogy.  It is set in the future and the USA is dissolved and been replaced by an alternate country named Panem, which has 12 districts all extremely poor compared to the capital district.  To punish the districts for trying to revolt against the capital and to show its power over the people, the capital sponsors a tournament which selects a boy and girl from each district to compete in an all out battle to the death tournament. It's a tremendous spectacle that is broadcast to the entire nation and mandatory for them to watch.<br/><br/>The two main characters Katniss, who the story is told through, and Peeta the boy also chosen from district 12, unfortunately find themselves thrown together in the Hunger Games. All the tributes have different skills they possess and challenges that they have to survive, all while attempting to kill off the other tributes and stay alive.  An interesting twist to the story presents a romantic tale that creates interesting sport for the Hunger Games viewers.  Katniss struggles with keeping herself alive, while at the same time trying to dissect and understand her emotions and feelings for those in the games separating reality from acting, all while remembering those faces she has left at home.<br/><br/>Surprisingly this story is increasingly addicting. The action is intense, the resourcefulness of the characters is a lesson on survival, and the romance drama creates a interesting twist where the tributes are suppose to be killing each other not forming alliances and falling for each other.  Being set in the future, the story and details has a sci-fi feel that is awesome. It reads fast and almost has a snow-balling effect as you close in on the end, which leaves you thirsting for the next installment.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QYAVD690K1LN?ASIN=0439023521	Great action	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When a YA novel comes along that has so much hype such as The Hunger Games I become hesitant to read it because I haven't had much luck with the hyped-up YA books. I think it's just because I don't mesh with the things that make those books exciting for others. I put off reading The Hunger Games until I saw it was available at the library so I requested it.<br/><br/>Despite my bias going into it (which I tried really hard to suppress) this book still managed to win me over. There were many things that I liked. Firstly, despite the book's premise being hard to believe, the fact that people would actually watch children kill themselves in an arena for victory, I thought Collins did the best job she could to make it plausible. There was some internal logic that I sensed which made me happy. I like when things make sense. I was able to suspend disbelief and nothing broke that.<br/><br/>This was done through good world-building in the form of a dystopian North America. The characters were real. I thought the portrayal of Katniss as a strong teen-aged girl was not over the top or too weak. You really knew her motivations (to take care of her sister) and you could relate to them.<br/><br/>Another great aspect of the story is the fast pace and Collins' ability to create tension. The Games are brutal, exciting and scary. If I was a teenager reading this I'd be freaked out and intrigued. I was even still! Actually, I think I would have loved this book at that age.<br/><br/>There are some areas I thought could be improved on. I would have liked to see more of the outside world. We are limited in what we see due to the first person view of Katniss. I would have liked to see more of the people of the world and what their experiences are like because I believe Collins created something interesting. However, this is a little criticism and in general I still thought the book was great.<br/><br/>I recommend this to teens who don't mind some violence and anyone interested in good quality YA fiction. I will be reading the sequel soon.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17FLWQPRWDU4B?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games<br/>By: Suzanne Collins<br/><br/>A modern gladiator and a survival reality TV show all wrapped up in one thrilling book.  Taking place in Panem, a future country where the United States is presently located, 12 districts struggle for survival following a recent disaster.  Included in this disaster was an uprising of the formally 13 districts against the capitol.  The capitol defeated the 13th district and repressed the other 12 districts. As a reminder to the districts of who is in charge, the capitol hosts the annual ""hunger games,"" which all citizens of the country are required to watch.<br/><br/>The games consists of the capitol picking one boy and one girl from each district to fight to the death.  In the book, Katniss, the main character, is forced to take care of her mother and younger sister following her father's death.  This included hunting and gathering food from the forest, where she mastered the bow and arrow, knives, and other survival skills.<br/><br/>As her sisters name is called for the hunger games, Katniss steps forward to take her place to battle against 23 other contestants from the country.  The key to winning isn't just in strength and size; you must also know how to survive in the wilderness, and play the game right to win sponsors from around the country that can assist you by airdropping supplies. The book demonstrates perfectly how Katniss plots, plays, overcomes trials, and defeats all her opponents.<br/><br/>I am not a very big reader, but once I started this book, I could not put it down.  I even dreamed about being in the book for weeks after I had finished it.  Suzanne Collins captures your attention from the first page, and you never lose interest throughout the book.  There is a perfect amount of violence, comedy, and even intimacy to keep the story interesting. I give this book 5 out of 5 stars.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16JXPNTTLG5YU?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it, but I'll admit it had faults	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">1. Writing Style/Readability: The writing style is really simple, but this IS a book directed towards younger kids after all. Plus, it's a better style for an action novel as it doesn't belabor the point for 20 pages by describing every bead of sweat and sound in the forest. As for ""readability"" I COULD NOT PUT THIS BOOK DOWN.<br/><br/>2. Plot: this is one of the things that made The Hunger Games really hit home for me. It was fast paced and action-packed and also ""wonderfully predictable"" in that when you really want something to happen, it does.<br/><br/>3. Characters: All of them were pretty plain with not much going on underneath the surface, but not in a way that was annoying or unenjoyable. The heroine is full of nothing but, of course, moral fiber, her only ""flaw"" being that she has a fiery temper which is played to be endearing. She's also very humble of her abilities and totally oblivious to Peeta and Gale's affections for her (yet oh so observant on the battlefield) which is usually extremely annoying, but the other aspects of the novel made up for it.<br/><br/>4. Overall Originality:  It goes without saying (but I'll say it anyway) that nothing like this has been done before (and I don't mean in a broad sense about totalitarian government, blah blah). The author added a few futuristic elements to the story with the genetically engineered animals and all that, but not such an alarming amount that would distance the reader from the story.<br/><br/>5. Value (was it thought provoking?): Didn't really produce any life changing epiphanies.<br/><br/>6. Enjoyment: I loved this book and that is the reason I give it 5 stars. I value books more for how much I enjoyed them personally rather than for how well written or how thought provoking they were, although those are certainly key factors. Ultimately, though, it comes down to if I would want to read this book again or recommend it to friends, and in that aspect, this book is 100% in that category.<br/><br/>Also...PG-13<br/>Violence in the book isn't graphic in description, but is in concept (teenagers killing each other without empathy and all that, but most video games are no better), but there's no mention of sex (as you'd think there'd be in such a brutal society). I'm glad there isn't, though because this is a book directed towards young teens and senseless sex is obnoxious in any book.<br/><br/>The Bottom Line: You'll be missing out if you don't read this book! =]</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YET9FZW6N8HT?ASIN=0439023521	Profoundly disturbing and profoundly wonderful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is a book that seized me by the throat and didn't even let me go, even when I read the last word on the page.  It is the kind of book that I had to force myself to put down so that I could go to sleep, and that I immediately picked up again upon waking.  It is the kind of book that demanded that I sit down and read and read and read until I finally discovered what had become of the characters.  It is vividly and masterfully written, the kind of book that is guaranteed to stick with me for quite some time, the kind of book I am sure to read again and again.<br/><br/>Though I had been aware of the book's popularity before I read it, I didn't really know anything about the premise--and I'm actually glad that I didn't.  The brutality of it shocked me in a very visceral way.  I was horrified by its depiction of such a grim future, and by the very thought of a society that would pit children against one another in a fight to the death.  Needless to say, this is a very intense book and one that is very violent as well.  I don't think that it's a reason to prevent a mature child from reading it, but I do think it's a reason for a parent to read it as well.  This is a book that needs to be discussed, whose themes need to be explored.<br/><br/>Yes, The Hunger Games is a work of fiction, but it does contain many elements of truth that are relevant to our world today.  The brutal regime that controls Panem is not that different from the brutal regimes that control many parts of the globe even as I type these words.  I think it is only natural to want to shelter our children from this kind of violence, but I feel the book provides a very good jumping off point for such discussions.  If the plight of those who are oppressed and whose human rights are violated by their own government isn't an issue important for children are aware of, I'm not sure what is.<br/><br/>The book also has a lot of important themes about compassion and complicity.  In a world like Panem, compassion might seem like a very dangerous emotion, as it may distract a person from their fight for survival at any cost.  But is the moments of compassion and grace in the book that underscore our capacity as human beings.  Even in the face of a world gone mad, compassion is the one emotion that guarantees there will be some light, some hope in that world.  As the book shows, the act of complying is far more dangerous because it removes something essentially human from us, leading us down the path toward indifference to the suffering of others.  As children enter their difficult teen years, these are extremely important themes.  It is at this age that children are first beginning to learn that, while it may be easier to comply, the only way in which to be able to live with one's actions is to live with compassion.<br/><br/>As powerful as the novel's themes are the novel's main characters.  Though Katniss is the embodiment of the survivalist and Peeta is the embodiment of compassion, they are both more than that.  Katniss especially is extremely complex.  She is neither a hero nor a villain, but a very human character trying to cope in a brutal, heartless world.  Her actions are sometimes selfless and sometimes selfish, but she is always someone with whom the reader can identify.  How could anyone possibly know what is truly in their heart when dealing with the sort of reality with which Katniss has been forced to deal?<br/><br/>I was simply blown away by this novel.  It deals with so many important issues without being at all preachy.  Instead, by making the world in which Katniss and Peeta live so violently, disturbingly real, the reader can do little else than think deeply about the issues central to the book's themes.  By allowing the reader to live vicariously through Katniss and Peeta, it enables us to form a deeper, more profound understanding of what it means to be a human being, and what it means to be truly courageous.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IFXCSXU8SYHF?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is clearly meant for marathon reading. When I started, I originally thought that I would get bored and stop reading, but it proved me wrong. It is set in futuristic Panem, a post apocalyptic country in what used to be North America. The Capitol, in the Rocky Mountains, controls everything in the 12 Districts.  Each district produces a certain thing' for example, District 4 is on the coast and has fishers, District 12 is on the other side of the country, in the Appalachian Mountains, and has coal miners, District 11 is in the Plains and farms, etc. In the past, there was also a District 13, in present-day New England. District 13 was destroyed 75 years before in the resistance against the government.<br/><br/>The story begins in District 12, the poorest of all, with Katniss Everdeen preparing for the annual Reaping. After the resistance, the Capitol came up with a yearly televised event called The Hunger Games. 2 girls and 2 boys from each district are chosen as tributes at random each year at the Reaping and are forced into an Arena in the Capitol to fight to the death. The last tribute standing is the winner, and them and their district is showered with gifts and food. Katniss's younger sister, Prim, is 12 and is about to go to her first Reaping. Although her name is only in the mix once out of hundreds, Prim's name is called. Immediately, Katniss rushes to the stage to fill in. The male tribute, the baker's son Peeta, helped Katniss years before when she and her family were literally starving by giving her a loave of bread although it meant a beating for him. She says goodbye to everyone and is presented with a small pin of a Mockingjay, a Capitol created bird used to hear and replay what rebelling districts were saying. This becomes her one district symbol to wear inside the Arena.<br/><br/>She is then whisked off to a train and taken with Peeta to the Capitol. On the train, they formally meet only surviving winner from District 12, a drunken Haymitch. He agrees to become sober long enough to help one of them win. When they finally arrive, they are overwhelmed by the abundance of food and wealth in the Capitol when most districts are starving. With only a few days until the Games begin, they have a lot to do, starting with the parade of all tributes on chariots riding through the Capitol. Each district must dress their tributes according to the job of that district. Most years, District 12 tributes dress in miner's suits, but this year the stylist has a different idea. Peeta and Katniss dress in black shirts and pants, and once it's dark, an illusion of flames flies up on the black. The crowd loves them, and labels Katniss as the girl who was on fire. At the training sessions, they are told to save their best abilities for the private training sessions, during which the Gamemakers give the tributes a number-1 being the worst or least likely to win, and 12 being the best or most likely to win. Katniss grew up illegally hunting with a homemade bow and arrow that her now dead father made for her, so she is exceptionally skilled in archery. She shows that in the private session, but becomes annoyed with the Gamemakers being more interested in their lunch than her and shoots an arrow at their food. She then smiles and walks out. Surprisingly, she gets an 11-the highest score out of all of the tributes. At the interview, Katniss and Peeta are dressed in formal wear with another fire theme; she wears a jeweled yellow, orange, and red dress and he wears a suit with fire accents. When it's her turn, she spins and the crowd loves her even more. When it's his turn, he bravely confesses his love for her.<br/><br/>The cameras go to her to see a shocked and slightly offended face. Peeta and Katniss are now known as star crossed lovers, as either one or both must die by the end of the Games. Now, they must pretend to be in love to get sponsors. When it begins, the Arena is revealed as a forest. The Cornucopia is in the center, filled with weapons, food, and supplies, with items of lesser value the further away you get. When the gong rings, Katniss takes a sheet of plastic and a backpack and runs into the trees to get away from the bloodbath and find water and shelter. She sleeps in a tree in the sleeping bag that was in her bag. In the night, she hears Peeta with a group of careers, rich tributes that have been training their entire life for this. She feels he's betrayed her but manages to survive. Soon, she befriends a 12 year old tribute named Rue, who helps her stay away from danger and find food. While planning on raiding the Career's camp full of food and supplies, a mine goes off and Katniss loses hearing in one ear. When she finds Rue, she is being attacked by a boy. Rue is stabbed and soon dies in Katniss's arms. Katniss shoots the boy with an arrow she got when she indirectly killed a girl with poisonous bugs. She finds shelter when an announcement comes on saying there may be 2 winners if the last 2 tributes are from the same district. She searches for Peeta and finds him incapacitated by a river. They make camp in a cave. At this point, only Katniss, Peeta, a boy, a girl, and a career named Cato are left. They are called to the Cornucopia to retrieve something ""very important to them."" With Peeta dying from blood poisoning, Katniss goes and is stabbed but makes it back. Healed, Peeta accidently kills a girl by leaving poisonous berries out. Finally, the final battle takes place and Cato is killed. The announcer comes back on saying the previous announcement was revoked and there can only be one victor, forcing either Katniss or Peeta to die. They decide to each eat the poison berries and both die, but at the last second they are stopped and taken up as co-victors. At the interview, Katniss finds out that the leg that Peeta had blood poisoning in was replaced with a fake leg. The government is furious with Katniss for trying to mock the Capitol's games by almost committing suicide. She claims to have been driven crazy by love and making bad judgments. On the train back home, Haymitch lets it slip that Katniss never really loved Peeta and it was just an act for publicity. He is furious and continues the act just for the public. The book ends with them leaving the train holding hands.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19J983IY1EIFF?ASIN=0439023521	Breathtaking	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The world is changed, yet eerily familiar, in Suzanne Collins' fantastic novel The Hunger Games.  In the country of Panem, Katniss Everdeen is getting ready for the Reaping.  Every year, children between the ages of twelve and eighteen have their names put in a lottery.  Two names are selected from each of the twelve Districts, one boy, one girl.  The twenty-four people are then rushed off to the Arena in brutal combat on live television for the pleasure of the citizens of the Capitol.  And while the Capitol people laugh and bet on the odds, the rest of the people of Panem watch on, rooting for the success of their district's tributes, and praying that their kids will make it through the fray.  These Games serve as an annual reminder of what happens when you go against the Capitol.<br/><br/>Collins has constructed a mesmerizing world filled with characters to love and loathe.  The people of the twelve districts are burdened and oppressed.  Food is always scarce.  Freedom is severely limited.  Panem is not a pretty place to live, unless you live in the Capitol.  Many of the ideas aren't necessarily original, but the story is so well done and well written that it's impossible not to like.<br/><br/>Katniss, a 16-year-old girl, lives in District 12 with her mother and her little sister.  She spends most of free time illegally hunting and using the game to provide for her family.  Her life is hard, but manageable.  Her father died in a mining accident, leaving her mother a shell of a woman.<br/><br/>I find it difficult to say a lot about The Hunger Games without going into spoiler territory.  I haven't cared about characters like this in a long time.  Katniss is an excellent protagonist.  Smart and witty when she needs to be, but still a teenager, occasionally thick-headed and silly.  In fact, every character in this book is one of high quality imagination.  The Tributes are all pitiable, but highly intriguing.  The supporting cast--Cinna, Haymitch, and even Effie--all appear like real people that have cares and worries.<br/><br/>The plot is very fast paced, told in a first-person POV through Katniss.  I read the book as an audio copy and thought it was well done.  I was eager to pick the story back up and see the fates of the people I'd grown to care for.<br/><br/>I can't think of anything that I disliked other than the fact that some of Katniss' realizations sometimes take too long to come to fruition.  Then I need to remember that she's a young girl with a lot on her mind and I shrug it off.<br/><br/>Overall, The Hunger Games is an amazing read.  Characterization is top-notch.  The writing style is very smooth.  The word usage is often spot-on and perfect.  And the story is simply breathtaking.  If you're looking for something dystopic, totalitarian, and post-apocalyptic, then definitely read The Hunger Games.  Or, if you just want a great book to read, this is it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1L8V92XAXKL4A?ASIN=0439023521	A highly emotional, gritty beginning to a series...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">With all the buzz surrounding 'The Hunger Games', I've half a mind to believe it's all an exaggeration. It's not the first time that a novel purported to be all the rage turn out to be so-so after I've tried my hand in it (like 'Water for Elephants' and 'The Perks of Being a Wallflower').<br/><br/>(Don't worry, I myself was disappointed with my own reaction to those.)<br/><br/>But then I later found myself still sitting up into the late hours of the night, turning page after page of Collins' novel. It was gripping. Adrenalin-pumped. Throw in all the clichés. The point is this is a highly-enjoyable read. Really.<br/><br/>It poses questions on the threshold of being human and the probability and capacity to do something unspeakable when it is one's life and survival at stake.<br/><br/>What lengths would a group of people be willing to go through in order to enforce an ideology? How is fear and subservience conditioned? And when does TV and reality cease to become distinguishable?<br/><br/>Intensely psychological, the Hunger Games held regularly in the wasteland that was North America to keep people on the line strike at the very heart of the descent into dystopia. Teenagers are plucked and made to battle each other to the death in a controlled environment, with a victory signaling food and comforts for the winner's District - that is, until the next Hunger Games.<br/><br/>In a lot of ways, this is one of those novels that serve as a wake-up call to the shenanigans that people nowadays are occupying themselves with. If went unchecked, the premise of shows like `Survivor' - where betrayal and the constant need to serve only one's own interest is highly encouraged - will be taken to extremes, all for the name of entertainment and who knows what else (Food? Shelter? Safety?).<br/><br/>This is a highly-recommended read. Interspersed with its healthy dose of excitement (and even grim, morbid undertones) is a story of a young girl who was forced to sacrifice a shred of her humanity for the sake of her starving family back home and her newfound friends in the arena, Rue and Peeta. The fate of Rue, especially, made me cry.<br/><br/>And when there are waterworks, well...that only means one thing.<br/><br/>I loved it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUAKJYC3CZM59?ASIN=0439023521	The perfect book for a kid who hates to read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My daughter is an extremely picky reader, but this book thoroughly engaged her.  I kept finding her up waaaay past her bedtime with it (and was so thrilled about this that I just let her keep right on reading).<br/><br/>Given her enthusiasm for this one, I had to read it also.  I loved it. The characters and plot are engaging, the details are satisfyingly addressed, and the first thing I did after finishing it was to request the sequel from the library (also very good, by the way).<br/><br/>Pros: The book features a strong female character with spirit, brains, and ingenuity; her male counterpart is full of good-heartedness and solid integrity.  I like that it focuses on the benefits of being resourceful and thinking outside the box, something I think is so important for kids to start exploring at this age (Grade 6+).  The main character spends a lot of time weighing her own motivations and trying to do the right thing, but isn't presented as an unflawed mary sue.  The concept of sacrifice for the greater good vs personal integrity are key plot elements.  The main character listens to her own intuition and judgement, and does what she knows to be the right thing, even under enormous pressure from others.  Again, this is the age where kids are really starting to experience this sort of stuff in real life, and can't have too many positive examples, even if they are fictional.<br/><br/>Cons:  It's a little dark, being a book about kids who are put in a gladiator-like scenario to fight to the death while their battle is broadcast live to the rest of the nation.  There is a definite theme of mistrust for authority (the government is corrupt in this series), which may upset some parents.  There are some tones of sexual manipulation-- nothing more than mild kissing, but the motivations are political, not emotional.  Again, this is not something that bothered me personally (actually thought it another great example of the main character having to wrestle with her own integrity in weighing the needs of the many vs. the needs of the one vs. the right thing to do), but it might upset some.  One of the more featured adult characters is drunk a good part of the time, and depression is featured in passing.<br/><br/>Although the main character is female, there's enough action to satisfy a young reader of either sex.  It's also multi-layered enough for any adults who are looking for a quick, enjoyable read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRYAXB793CEFJ?ASIN=0439023521	The Pros and the Cons	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is pretty much non stop tension. Rather than pausing at the chapter breaks, I'd find myself plowing through them and having to stop at midway points when necessary. Mostly I'm glad I actually did read it now, though, even if it means I'll be waiting on pins and needles for months for the release of Mockingjay. For once I actually know what everyone is talking about! And I want to talk about it too!<br/><br/>There are pros and cons to borrowing from history. One definite pro is that retrospect lends credence to practices that we might immediately consider too heinous to be realistic. Every time I caught myself thinking, ""really, Suzanne?"" (and it was often) I would remember that she's actually only showing the tip of the iceberg when it comes to the shocking behavior of a conquering nation. I read The Robe and Quo Vadis, watched Ben Hur, and pored through dozens of history books on Rome as a teenager. It's easy to think, ""nobody could ever be that heartless"" (thanks, Emperor's New Groove), but history proves that wrong over and over again. The human heart is desperately wicked. Despite my initial knee-jerk reaction, I think Suzanne Collins did a great job of making the horror realistic and almost understandable.<br/><br/>First person point of view can be tricky. I think of Daphne du Maurier's Rebecca, which most of my friends either adore or detest. I've noticed that those who love it tend to relate to the tentative personality of the protagonist, while those who detest it find her introspection and lack of action to be maddening. While there were definitely times during The Hunger Games where I was frustrated with Katniss' choices and perspectives, there was still a part of me that understood her caution. ""So, fearing, I taste not but with trembling. I was tricked before."" -- C.S. Lewis (Sweet Desire -- best poem ever) Speaking of Lewis, it's kind of like at the beginning of Narnia when the reader is baffled that nobody will believe Lucy. But in real life, would you believe such a tale? So while I do find Katniss to be a bit slow in the uptake when it comes to interpreting others, I can also relate. I know when I was a teenager I was always wrongly guessing people's motivations, certain that nothing could be as simple as it seemed.<br/><br/>I've read and watched plenty of dystopian children's stories, and I can see why The Hunger Games has risen to the top with her gripping story and compelling characters. I am definitely looking forward to seeing how Suzanne Collins wraps up the series with Mockingjay in August (counting down!).</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7OZ3SQRGWHL2?ASIN=0439023521	A VERY GOOD START TO A PROMISING SERIES	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I like young adult books. I've always preferred story and character to fancy wordplay and ambiguous symbolism, so books like the Harry Potter series can be the perfect fit. When my friend recommended The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins, though, I was a bit nervous due to her love for The Twilight Series. We share very similar tastes except for that large exception. I read some reviews, did my usual research, and decided to give the book a chance.<br/><br/>I'm very glad I did. The Hunger Games is a satisfying start to what promises to be an exciting series. Is it a surefire classic? Not quite, but it certainly is memorable. The novel's premise isn't new: the protagonist is thrust into a life or death reality show/event set by a corrupt government. Being a big Stephen King fan, I've explored this territory before with The Running Man. In this case, it's Katniss Everdeen, a teenage civilian in the poorest district of the nation, and the Hunger Games is the show. In order to survive, she must outwit and kill twenty-three other teenagers. The crux of this book becomes surviving all of the brutality while at the same time retaining one's humanity. Not your typical young adult fare.<br/><br/>That's really what separates The Hunger Games from everything else - tone. The are multiple deaths, self-sacrifice, and mutilations in the book, ensuring that readers under the age of thirteen shouldn't tackle this novel. Some may consider the gruesome parts unnecessary, I see it as Collins respecting her readership. Young adults don't need to be coddled, they can stomach morbid details, as well as deal with heavier themes. Katniss questions the morality of her government, her peers, and herself, and so should the readers.<br/><br/>One minor complaint I have is that everything seems to fall into the lap of Katniss when she desperately needs help. I mean, things literally appear out of thin air to aid her. Sure, there's a logical explanation for this - contestants each have sponsors who can send them gifts during the Game - but it made things too predictable. Every time Katniss found herself in a sticky situation, I would think to myself ""don't worry, help is certainly just around the corner"". It would've been nice, and more realistic, if she had had ongoing issues that forced her to adapt and evolve rather than simply wait.<br/><br/>Still, I found the book's ending to be excellent, and I can't wait to start its sequel, Catching Fire. It feels as if the story is just about to open up. It's also worth mentioning that Collins writes excellent characters. Katniss is one of the absolute best and most believable female protagonists that I've ever read. Collins partly achieves this through the use of the first-person point-of-view, a perspective I'm not normally a fan of, and she pulls it off excellently.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is a fast-paced thriller that never really lets up. And just enough information is given about the history of the nation, the Capitol, and the Games to make you hunger for more. If Catching the Fire and Mockingjay (the third book in the trilogy) deliver on everything promised in The Hunger Games, then the series could very well end up being a classic.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1U10EJXWOQTAH?ASIN=0439023521	Recommended to everyone!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">In a dystopian future North America as we know it has been destroyed and from its ashes rose the Capital and it's 13 Districts. The Capital was powerful and greedy and ruled the districts with an iron fist. When the districts rose up against them the Capital completely destroyed District 13 and subjugated the remaining 12. To keep the Districts in check they force each one to give up one girl and one boy between the ages of 12 and 17. The children must participate in The Hunger Games, a live televised fight to the death aired for the enjoyment of the residents of the Capital, the Districts are forced to watch in horror as their children are murdered right in front of them.<br/><br/>Katniss Everdeen is a 16-year-old who lives in District 12. She has been forced to provide for her family all her life as her father passed away in a mining accident when she was young. Her mother went into a catatonic state of depression afterward leaving Katniss to care for herself and her younger sister alone. Feeling abandoned and alone Katniss ends up drawing on the skills her father taught her: using bow and arrow, foraging and hunting in the forest, and surviving and supporting a family. When her younger sister Prim turns twelve and gets entered into the reaping for The Hunger Games the worst happens. Her little sister is chosen. Katniss sacrifices herself and volunteers in her sister's place. Now she needs to see if her survival skills can transfer from providing for her family to staying alive in the arena as she faces the cruel carnage and inhumanity of The Hunger Games.<br/><br/>This book was absolutely riveting. I could not put it down. Every chapter ends on a cliff hanger and in between the plot is kept hopping and everything from the action, to the dialogue, the character development to the back story are written in very neat and tight leaving just enough left over so that you are asking for more. It is the very definition of a page turner.<br/><br/>The over arching themes about modern day reality television and violence as entertainment, combined with the dystopian ones of control, power and helplessness in a controlled state added a lot of depth and meaning to the book. At first glance the premise seems impossible but within two chapters you are utterly convinced of the viability and reality of such a world existing. I thought the world building and back story that built up this book were very well done and realistically portrayed.<br/><br/>The very premise of the book is one of violence for pleasure, and for a book like that to be done in such a way that still shows respect for the characters lives and the readers who are reading the book, I think, shows true talent. The deaths were handled very tastefully and with true feeling. Everyone's death, from the most helpless child to the most dangerous bloodthirsty opponent on the field, is portrayed in a very compassionate and in some cases touching way.<br/><br/>I have been recommending this book to everyone to read. The writing is vivid, fast paced and packs quite a punch. This is one you will read in no time flat but be left thinking about for a long time. If you haven't read it yet, you really need to. This is not one to miss out on!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OMRWJLARKYJY?ASIN=0439023521	A riveting read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is the first book in a dystopian trilogy (third book set to come out in August 2010) by Suzanne Collins, author of the children's series the Underland Chronicles. In The Hunger Games Panem, a futuristic North America, is divided into 13 Districts. Every year a boy and girl age 18 or younger must be sent from each district to participate in the Hunger Games. Collins tracks the journey of 16 year old Katniss from District 12 through her participation in the Hunger Games. Collins artfully crafts this intense novel from Katniss' point of view, requiring the reader to constantly piece information together along with Katniss in her quest for survival. Since Collins knows Katniss intimately, the reader is able to develop a close attachment to Katniss and to other characters through her eyes. Far from being laborious, her quest is riveting and leaves the reader hungry for more.<br/><br/>The prospect of using a dystopian society as the theme of a novel is not new, and  but Collins includes a rather fresh and scathing comment on the media, government, and what it might become as she uses aspects of current media practices to make her point. Collins comments on the role of media, its potential power and the advocacy of superficiality, with particular emphasis on the dangers and absurdity of reality television. Her comments on media and reality TV also directly relate to control of the masses. The citizens of Panem are only able to view, experience, and communicate that which the government deems appropriate. This results in the extreme oppression and isolation of citizens who are not allowed to leave their own districts and only hear rumors of what goes on in others.<br/><br/>Further emphasizing Collins' theme of isolation is the fact that she did not include a map of Panem in The Hunger Games. This is at once frustrating and intriguing. The lack of a map showing the division of North America is frustrating at times, considering how significant location is to the overall themes of the book. Conversely, the lack of map also provides the opportunity for the reader to learn about Panem as Katniss does, furthering the connection between character and reader, since the reader only has Katniss' knowledge base.<br/><br/>Though Collins' subject matter in The Hunger Games, much like her Underland Chronicles, is dark and her characters face difficult, life-threatening  and often gruesome choices, the book is thought-provoking, suspenseful and entertaining. It contains many of the ideas regarding government control that are present in The Handmaid's Tale by Margaret Atwood and manipulation of the young as in Ender's Game by Orson Scott Card. The Hunger Games is a good read for any young adult looking for an action-packed book filled with daunting possibilities of a dystopian future.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18G5JZ9G26215?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful Female Protag!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm easy when it comes to dystopian, post apocalyptic fiction- LOVE it- but this novel goes beyond it's setting. Populated with empathetic, engaging characters and edge of your seat PANIC, it's so well done I would have enjoyed it even set in the here and now.<br/><br/>But it's not. Taking place, I assume, sometime in the future or in some sort of alternate timeline, the United States are no longer states, but districts- and those in control seem to be doing everything they can to keep them less than united.<br/><br/>Each district has a purpose- to supply the wealthy, well-fed capital with all that it wants and needs- with some of the districts less thought of than others.<br/><br/>Katniss comes from the poorest district, District 12- the district which supplies coal to the capital.<br/><br/>Katniss, her mother and her sister don't have much, but what they do have they have Katniss to thank for. With her father dead and her mother weakened by depression, Katniss and her family have never had a rich morsel of food their entire life but she keeps hunger just barely at bay with illegal hunting and clever bartering.<br/><br/>On the biggest day of the year, the day the Capital forces all youth to take part in a drawing for The Hunger Games, Katniss is wary of being one of the ones chosen from her district- as the more times you make it to the lottery, the more chances your number will be called- but she's thankful that her little sister, Primrose, who's only coming to the games for the first time, will more than likely not be chosen.<br/><br/>Fear strikes her heart when low and behold Prim's name is indeed called out and before she knows it, Katniss volunteers to take her beloved little sister's place as a contender for a survival game that will mean certain death.<br/><br/>The games are cruel, deadly, and put on for no purpose but to entertain the masses and Katniss is about to make history- if she doesn't die in the first five seconds!<br/><br/>I loved this book! I'm not a huge Young Adult fiction fan, but The Hunger Games captured my imagination from the first words- and if you are a sci fi/ fantasy lover, you'll be hooked just as quickly! And even if you aren't a sci fi fan- I can pretty much guarantee you'll enjoy it for the the ""fight-the-power"" theme in this book crosses all boundaries.<br/><br/>Katniss is a great heroine and one to be emulated- unlike another popular YA character we know **cough** Bella **cough, cough**- she's fierce in protecting her family and those she loves, she has a noble sense of honor, she's cleverly independent- but don't think she won't do whatever she has to, to survive. There's a budding romance as well in this tale and I'm sensing a love-triangle not far behind.<br/><br/>I'm so looking forward to reading more! 5 out of 5 from me.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16057D3X37S25?ASIN=0439023521	5 stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger Games drops you into a future where the United States has been destroyed and all that remains is Panem, a dystopian civilization made up of 12 districts and a Capital city. The Capital controls everything with an iron fist and a previous attempt at rebellion by the 12 districts resulted in the creation of a disturbing event known as the The Hunger Games. Every year each of the 12 districts has to choose one girl and one boy to compete in this televised game of survivor where you either win or you die, and there can only be one winner.<br/><br/>Katniss is a 16 year old girl with far too much responsibility on her shoulders. She protects and provides for her mother and sister with no regard for herself. She is independent, caring, and humble. When her sister's name gets pulled from the glass bowl as this year's female tribute to the Hunger Games, there is no question that Katniss will take her place. I loved Katniss from page 1 of this book. She is so strong, and yet still a vulnerable 16 year old when no one is looking. I had tears in my eyes and a sob in my throat before I had even gotten to page 25 because of the lengths she went to for her family. Katniss is a character you will root for and become emotionally attached to.<br/><br/>The beginning of the novel started a bit slow for me, it was all necessary to the story but I was anxious to get to the games and to find out whether Katniss even had a chance at staying alive. Once I got a third of the way through, I simply could not put this book down. The story was action packed, smart, and captivating. My pulse raced and I held my breath along with Katniss every step of the way. I felt her despair and desperation. I felt her joys and her I cheered her on.<br/><br/>If you are looking for a smart, fascinating, unique story with noble and likable characters then Hunger Games will not disappoint you. Don't let the Young Adult genre designation dissuade you, book lovers of all ages with enjoy this one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RR3N89QAD4SV?ASIN=0439023521	4 1/2 Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Plot/Storyline: 4 3/4 Stars<br/><br/>Reminiscent of Stephen King's The Running Man,this was an incredibly fast-paced book that held my attention throughout the entire thing. Even though I wanted to find out what happened at the end, I didn't actually want it to end.<br/><br/>The world created by Ms. Collins was rich with imagination and just the right amount of detail. Readers weren't bogged down with having to learn and memorize a new history of the world. Instead, small portions were delivered a little at a time within the story.<br/><br/>The action, while horrifying at times, still remained on the subtle side of goriness. There was a little bit of blood and guts, but it was definitely handled tastefully and not just thrown in for shock value.<br/><br/>I was a little disappointed by the ending as it was almost one of those ""I'm going to force you to buy the sequel"" endings. I say ""almost"" because this book did have an ending and a resolution of the greater portion of the plot. So, it was definitely okay as a stand alone.<br/><br/>Character Development: 4 Stars<br/><br/>Katniss seemed a little too naive, even for a teenager. I would have thought that a teen growing up in such poverty would be a little more `people saavy'. Also, at sixteen, I would think that hormones would take over at least a little; however, she is completely oblivious to not only Peeta, but any male.<br/><br/>Writing Style: 4 Stars<br/><br/>Ms. Collins chose to write her novel in present tense. In my reading experience, I have found that this is one of the hardest tenses for an author to write in. While most of the time, the tense was appropriate and made for great storytelling, there were errors where the wrong tense was used.<br/><br/>The descriptions were excellent. I was happily surprised at the common language used in the dialogue. So many authors who write about `alternate futures,' force readers to learn a whole new language while trying to enjoy a story. Ms. Collins only throws in a few new words here and there, and those were easily pronounced, making for smooth reading.<br/><br/>Editing/Formatting: 4 3/4 Stars<br/><br/>There were some changes in font with the letters going from big to small and back again that made for some distraction. It didn't happen often, though.<br/><br/>The editing was of professional quality.<br/><br/>Rating: PG-14 for Violence</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DJPFBXGQ0S9Y?ASIN=0439023521	SO THIS IS WHAT ALL THE FUSS IS ABOUT	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">THE HUNGER GAMES is a fantastic, breathless and somewhat brutal read that once you start you simply can't put down again. Initially I had no idea what this book was about or what to expect in terms of YA writing, it had just been recommended to me by so many people and had such a buzz surrounding it that I had to find out for myself why. Well let me say I was not disappointed and have now joined the legions of Suzanne Collins fans in awaiting her next instalment. Written along the lines of Stephen King's THE LONG WALK or Orwell's 1984 (I may be aging myself here) this story still feels very original and sucked me in completely with its modern day Survivor-esque retelling. The Hunger Games is the ultimate in reality TV, suspense, romance, scripted realism and survival that you shouldn't miss.<br/><br/>Set in a post apocalyptic future (although we frustratingly never learn the whys, how's or even when of this future.) This new communist-type America known as Panem has been divided into a Capital and its 12 districts. We follow 16 year old Katniss as she struggles to keep her starving family alive, hunting and gathering with her best friend Gale. Unbeknownst to her these are valuable skills as the annual hunger games are about to begin. Each year these games require two children from each district who are chosen based on a lottery system for compulsory participation. These televised games are then broadcast throughout Panem (with mandatory viewing) as the 24 contestants fight each other to the death, leaving just one victor at its violent conclusion. It's kind of like survivor but instead of being voted off you have to kill your competitors. When Katniss's younger sister is chosen as the female contestant from their district Katniss volunteers to take her place. Then together with Peeta the other lottery winner they travel to the capital and begin preparations for the opening ceremonies and ultimately their death in The Hunger Games.<br/><br/>Oddly this has been written without paragraph breaks and I have to admit the first part of it dragged for me, as Katniss is groomed, clothed, and schooled by her entourage within the capital. However as soon as the games begin, lookout! By this point in the story you have become attached to several key characters and its then that you realize things can't end well as there will be only one winner. Over a period of about 2 weeks and against overwhelming odds we watch 24 victims dwindle as they struggle to survive. Simultaneously avoiding and hunting each other they form alliances, face hunger and mind numbing thirst, mutant animal attacks, friendship, love and ultimately a distrust of everyone as Big Brother raises the stakes to keep the audience interested.<br/><br/>This is an exciting book that will keep you up late into the night and resonate with you long after you've finished. Cheers!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28WFK6DE2XKY1?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Alot of people have already described what this book is about. So I'll skip a breakdown of what it's actually about.<br/><br/>Here's what I really enjoyed about the book.<br/><br/>The writing. The characters.<br/><br/>While reading this book, I wasn't bored once. It had the wonderful balance to keep you involved in what was happening. It described living in District 12 as something that reminded me of what I think would feel like if I lived during the Great Depression. Just that kind of environment where there's not alot of food to go around.<br/><br/>I enjoyed the intro to the last page and was captivated by the story. I did feel a little like it was mature content and what kind of society would allow something like that to happen to children -- but then again, in the olden days, young kids were sent to Mills to work for cheap money until child labor laws came into play so....feasible, but terrible.<br/><br/>I could sympathize why Haymitch was drunk all the time. Not only did Katniss nail it on the head in the book-- having to sponsor children who in all liklihood would be killed -- but .... living through that would be terrible on your conscience. In the game, you would do what you had to do to survive-- but when it was all over, living with yourself, would be very hard I would think.<br/><br/>I felt that the characters were very descriptive and they made the plot of the book work, even as terrible of an idea as children killing each other to survive sounds.<br/><br/>The ending was so abrupt. I sat there, blinking at the last page and wanted to know sooo badly what Katniss' reunion would be like. But I will not break down and buy the next book in hard cover. I still want it for my Kindle. I'm stubborn enough to wait...or to go to the library if I positively can't stand the wait.<br/><br/>Wonderful book and yes, perhaps I should just break down and buy it to show my support for the book in hardcover, but I love my Kindle and that's where I'd like to read the next book. The adjustable font, portability, my carry case, everything about my Kindle...I love. So that's where I'd like to hold a book that I'd enjoy reading :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VM95BFWOEC57?ASIN=0439023521	Favorite Book Ever Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book November 2008 but I had to do a review on it here because it was AWESOME. My definition of awesome may be different than other people's, but this book was just ... great.<br/><br/>It is based on a post-apocalyptic North America that has already endured wars over remaining resources and then a government arose called ""The Capitol"" and organized 13 districts across the continent. Needless to say the districts did not like the capitol so they formed a rebellion. Well, the capitol won by a landslide because they have all the money and technology and they completely annihilated district 13 - leaving nothing alive. Anyway, to make sure that the districts never form any such rebellion again The Capitol holds the annual Hunger Games to remind everyone that they are in charge.<br/><br/>The Hunger games begin by having a lottery and they pick 1 girl and 1 boy from each district between the ages of 12 and 18 to compete in these hunger games (so a total of 24 contestants). So you wonder, ""How does holding a competition make people stay in line?"" The answer is simple, it's a fight to the death.<br/><br/>They hold the competition in a huge arena that varies in landscape from year to year. The desert, mountains, etc. It's a huge arena that use tiny cameras to catch all the excitement and the game makers can control all the variables. If things aren't interesting enough for those watching they can start a massive forest fire, or unleash some rabid beast. The last remaining contestant is the victor and they are granted fame and glory.<br/><br/>The book starts on the day of the 79th annual Hunger Games lottery.<br/><br/>The rest of the book is completely unpredictable which is why I liked it so much. When I put it down Sunday night to go to bed my brain kept trying to figure out ways that the book could possibly end up and out of all the ways it came up with ... it never did figure out the actual story line.<br/><br/>Anyway, the only bad part about the book was when I found out it's the first book in a trilogy so there will be 2 more books to come. The next one - Catching Fire - came out in Sept 2009 and the last book comes out August 24, 2010.<br/><br/>The first book does stand alone ... there is a definite ""ending"", but then you read the last page and you wish you would have stopped reading just 1 page earlier because now you have to wait another year to figure out how the story ""really ends"" and then another year after that to find out how THAT story ends.<br/><br/>I really hate waiting.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24NE55FOJY1FF?ASIN=0439023521	A Great Story That Fizzles Out Too Soon	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The first comment I'm going to make about this book is that if you're intrigued by the synopsis you should definitely read the book. It took me only 2 days to read because from the opening chapter I didn't want to put the book down. It was well written, the characters were well developed and the story just grabbed my imagination.<br/><br/>I'm not going to waste time with an elaborate description of the story because I'm guessing you've already read it somewhere else. But I will say that the hopelessness of the situation the main character, Katniss, is in really grabbed me. Here's a 16 year old girl who gets thrust into these games where there is virtually no chance of her getting out alive. She's going to a place where there are 23 other competitors who viscously want to kill her because its the only chance at survival. The quality of the writing actually made me anxious myself because I could just imagine being in her shoes. And when the author stuck to the story of Katniss trying to survive the book continued to be intriguing.<br/><br/>The one area of this book that fell short was the subplot between Katniss and the supporting character Peeta. Suzanne Collins tried to add too much of a romantic storyline to a survivalist story and she didn't balance it very well. The result was that it took the anxiety of the situation away, I stopped worrying about the fact that the main character was being hunted by desperate teenagers, many of whom were enjoying themselves. This led to the ending of the book being a bit of a disappointment mainly because the feeling of desperation left me a number of chapters before.<br/><br/>The majority of the book in my opinion was excellent and I have eagerly started reading Book 2 in the trilogy. I'm hoping Collins can bring back the powerful emotions that the first book created but failed to sustain. But like I said at the beginning, if you read the synopsis and were intrigued, definitely read this book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NAQY1K8O3E99?ASIN=0439023521	The Games of the World Are True	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is set in futuristic North America in a country called Panem.  Life in North America is over as we know it.  Panem has a center of operations called The Capitol and twelve outlying districts that are titled merely by number.  Each year the Capitol requires two tributes, or sacrifices, from each district to participate in the Hunger Games.  Every name of every boy and girl between the ages of twelve and eighteen are put into a lottery, and one boy and one girl is chosen at random to participate in the annual televised fight to the death.<br/><br/>The story is told from the perspective of Katniss, a sixteen year old girl living with her mother and twelve-year-old sister in District 12.  Her father was killed in a coal mining accident several years ago, and Katniss is now the sole provider for her family.  She feeds her family by hunting illegally in the woods beyond the wire fence that keeps residents from escaping from the District.  When her sister's name is drawn in the lottery, Katniss immediately volunteers to take her place.<br/><br/>I first heard about this book from a friend who clipped a review about The Hunger Games and the sequel book, Catching Fire, from Time Magazine.  The idea that struck me most in that review was the last three lines: ""Kids are physical creatures, and they're not stupid. They know all about violence and power and raw emotions. What's really scary is when adults pretend that such things don't exist.""<br/><br/>In this incredible novel, violence and power are central in the lives of all citizens.  The Capitol holds all the power and the citizens of each District live within the prisons of their cities.  People are left to starve to death or are routinely killed for such actions as killing a deer for food or trying to run away.  Medicine is scarce and even the baker's family eats the stale food that doesn't sell.  Children in District 12 live in fear of losing a parent in the coal mines, because without a provider they are doomed to starvation.<br/><br/>When Katniss volunteers to take her sister's place in the Hunger Games, she is joined by Peeta, a boy who she barely knows.  Within a few days of the lottery drawing, Peeta declares to the world that he has always loved Katniss, and suddenly the fight to survive the Killing Arena becomes a game of cunning, violence, love, power, and skill.<br/><br/>Ms. Collins takes us into a world where things are exactly as they seem; corrupt, unfair, destitute and violent.  Nothing is sugar-coated and at least everyone knows where they stand.  Through Katniss, the reader discovers that there is a piece of personal power that can be wielded in a world that seems bent on the destruction of dignity, friendship, compassion, justice, and love.<br/><br/>I wasn't sure if this story would be difficult to stomach and hesitated to begin reading once I bought it from the bookstore.  After several weeks of psyching myself up, I quickly discovered that I couldn't put this book down, and read it even during meal times.  The on-screen romance that Peeta and Katniss purport is strangely non-erotic and entirely believable.  They realized that romance was what the viewers in the Capitol wanted, and they conspired to deliver, realizing that their performance bought them good-will and gifts from sponsors.<br/><br/>I hesitate to categorize this book.  Is it Adventure?  Romance?  Suspense?  Young-Adult?  Truthfully, it is all those things, which is what makes this such a good read.  Young adults will love this, but adults will enjoy this as much as they enjoyed the Harry Potter and Twilight series.  Suzanne Collins joins the ranks of J.K. Rowling and Stephanie Meyer in understanding what kids innately know; the world is a scary, violent place, and no amount of reassurance from parents will change that fact.  She dives head-long into this post-Apocalyptic world, and invites the reader to experience the raw human emotions of greed, violence, power and will to survive.  The world is just as it seems; bent on destruction.  The question is; who will be the winner?</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3O9TTIR0FV6LZ?ASIN=0439023521	Futuristic and entertaining story that is gripping and then leaves you craving for the next book in the series!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is  not the type of book that I usually read. It's considered dystopian fiction, science fiction, futuristic. I was on the fence about reading this book, even after reading many rave reviews. I have to say that I did like The Hunger Games..a lot! I found the story very entertaining and at the same time disturbing and brutal but gripping. It's a book that is hard to put down. The story is told sometime in the future, you don't know the time period as a reader. The world as we know it has ended and there is only a Capital and twelve districts. There was an uprising and a thirteenth district was destroyed. As a reminder to the tributes (the citizens) that the Capital has the power, they hold the Hunger games each year. A girl and boy aged 12 and up are chosen randomly from each district to fight for survival in a televised event called the Hunger Games. It's like a futuristic reality TV show of our time. There are 24 girls and boys and only one is allowed to be the winner.  That means you must try to survive and win which means killing your opponents and honor your district or lose and be killed.<br/><br/>The book is told from the perspective of 16 year old Katniss who has volunteered to go into the games in place of her younger sister. She knows that she must use her skills and survival techniques that she has learned to survive in her own district.  Things become complicated when she realizes the connection she has to Peeta, the boy chosen from her district. Their connection brings up mixed feelings and emotions that she never realized until the process to the games begins. What she doesn't count on is the brutality and emotions that accompany this game. It is a fight until the end and the story holds you as a reader immersed in the world of the Hunger Games until the conclusion. Then, you realize that it is not over yet as there is more...a second book Catching Fire.<br/><br/>This is a unique book, one that I really enjoyed even with the darkness and brutality. The sheer wit and determination of Katniss and the tributes makes you want to keep reading. Now, I have to find a copy of Catching Fire and there is a third book in the series that is to be published later this year. Exciting stuff, I have more to look forward to.  Personally, I wouldn't recommend The Hunger Games for anyone under twelve unless you think that your child has the maturity to handle violence.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17T0J69XT8I2C?ASIN=0439023521	Spectacular read- can't wait to start the sequel!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What can I say about The Hunger Games that hasn't already been said a thousand times? I'm not sure but I'm going to try and do justice to this amazing book.<br/><br/>I feel as though I'm one of the last people on the planet to have read this, but I'm so glad I took the jump and picked it up off my shelf. There's no reason I've been putting it off, just that I was worried I wouldn't enjoy it. Luckily with a bit of peer pressure from Katie and just not being able to wait in general I started reading it... and couldn't stop. I probably could have devoured it in a day, but unfortunately I started it just as Winter Break was ending, so not much time to read. I still finished it after a couple of days and it's definitely one of the best books I've ever read. Katniss was a remarkable character with all the power and stamina needed in a strong female role. I really liked Peeta as well. I didn't get enough of Gale to completely choose whose side I'm on, but for now I'm Team Peeta. He and Katniss balanced each other out. There wasn't a ton of romance in the book, but I like Peeta and Katniss's relationship. I liked most of the characters in this book. It was easy to dislike the bad guys and to get attached to the likable characters. There was a lot of emotion in The Hunger Games and the plot kept me at the edge of my seat throughout. It was such an original plot idea and although at first I wasn't sure I was going to like it, I definitely did. Collins drew me into the Games so I felt like I was watching them myself. Rooting for my favorite contestants and grimacing at the bloodshed. I can't imagine living in that time, and I don't know how I could fare in the Games- not well I can say that. The ending was definitely a cliff hanger and I can't wait to get started on Catching Fire.<br/><br/>In Catching Fire I'm hoping to hear more about Gale, even though I'm pretty attached to Peeta! As well as finding out more about Prim and some of the other characters I liked in The Hunger Games. A 5 Star read that I'm going to recommend to anyone and everyone. If you're on the fence about reading The Hunger Games I suggest you hop onto the reading it side right now, it's a book unlike any other!<br/><br/>Rating;<br/><br/>Plot: 10/10<br/><br/>Characters: 10/10<br/><br/>Ending: 10/10<br/><br/>Enjoyment: 10/10<br/><br/>Cover: 10/10<br/><br/>--<br/><br/>Overall: 50/50= 100%</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MRIKD45D6KB0?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I just finished re-reading one of the best books that I've read all year. It easily makes the top 5, possibly even the top spot. The book is called ""The Hunger Games"", and it's by Suzanne Collins. This is the first book of a Young Adult dystopia trilogy, but really it's a book that will appeal to readers of any age.<br/><br/>The book takes place in an alternate reality. Imagine our country in the future. There have been wars, famine, natural disasters, and a complete and total breakdown of our government and country. What is left is a country called Panem, which consists of the Capital and 12 districts throughout the nation. While the Capital is very wealthy, the districts are very pour. There's no welfare system. You are completely on your own. And the laws are brutal. If you break them, you'll either be subjected to a whipping or more likely be killed. This is not a fun country to grow up in. The main character is a 16-year old girl named Katniss. She is quite the survivor. At the age of 11, her father is killed in a mine explosion and she becomes the soul provider for her mother and little sister Prim. Every day, Katniss and her best friend Gale risk their lives by breaking the law, sneaking under the fence that surrounds their district and going into the woods to hunt, fish, and gather plants and berries. Anything that their family doesn't need for food gets traded on the black market for essentials. Although life is far from pleasant, Katniss and her family are surviving well enough.<br/><br/>But then comes Reaping Day when everything changes. Once a year, the Capital holds The Hunger Games. It's basically their way of showing the districts who is in charge, and who has all the control. 1 boy and 1 girl (called Tributes) from each of the districts has to compete in the ultimate game of survivor. Only one of the 24 will leave the arena alive. Katniss becomes one of the tributes and now she is literally in the fight of her life. She just has to hope that her brains, and nerve, and talent will be enough to keep her alive. She also has to decided who she can trust, or if she can trust anyone. What are people's ulterior motives for what they say and do?<br/><br/>This book has everything! Action, suspense, mystery, friendship, romance, humor in the most unlikely places, and a great psychological element! Once you start reading, you wont want to put the book down!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1S3FS10EVXWHT?ASIN=0439023521	Five plus stars!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">#1 Hunger Games YA fantasy series. Katniss Everdeen is sixteen this Reaping day--the day when Tributes from all the districts of Panem--a post-apocalyptic country somewhere in future North America--are chosen. Tributes are children between twelve and eighteen, a boy and a girl from each district, who will fight to the death in a nationally televised (watching is mandatory) program called The Hunger Games. Sort of a reality show on steriods!Her name is in the barrel many times, so Katniss is totally shocked when her little sister Prim's name is chosen. She loves Prim more than anything, and thus invokes a rarely used rule and volunteers to take her place, knowing that this most likely means a death sentence for her as no one from district twelve has won the Games for years. Like the Olympics, the Tributes survive because of their sponsors, and when you come from the poor mining district, no one is interested in backing you.<br/><br/>She and Peeta, the boy accompanying her from district twelve, are off to the Capitol, where their dictatorship is ruled from, to have a couple weeks of training before being sent into The Arena--where the terrain, the wildlife, the weather and available resources are controlled by the powers that be. More than anything they want an exciting show, so if the various Tributes were to just isolate themselves, they would do 'something' to bring them together for confrontations. Implanted with tracking chips before being released, the Tributes know that they are being watched 24/7.<br/><br/>I found this book gripping, compelling, horrifying and very difficult to stop listening to.  The characters were very well-drawn, and it wasn't long before you felt you knew Katniss inside and out and liked her despite her foibles. I cannot speak highly enough about this book and am very much looking forward to listening to the next one. The sad thing is, I find this whole scenario to be not as fantastical as it should be. This audiobook was skillfully read by Carolyn McCormick. A+</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R334FXQTHNIKT3?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'd heard the hype about Hunger Games since before its release and it continued to gain momentum and discussion around the web.  Cautiously avoiding spoilers, I grabbed hold of a general synopsis and quickly got the feeling that this is a book I would enjoy.  I'm generally a fan of books set in dystopian and/or post-apocalyptic futures.  I also really enjoy the sort of man vs. man struggles like those portrayed here...where the struggle isn't one caused by ""normal"" motivations but rather through some sort of contrived situation.<br/><br/>To those unfamiliar with the plot of this book...it's set in the future after the general downfall of American government.  The country is now divided into specific Districts, each of which is responsible for producing a certain type of good or service for the good of the nation and especially for the good of the Capitol.  Our main character (a teenage girl named Katniss) is from District 12, where they are responsible for coal production.<br/><br/>The Capitol has a set of very stringent rules regarding any sort of mobility (essentially you're born, live and die within your District and it's unlikely you'll ever see outside of the fences surrounding it), the management, production and sale of goods...particularly food.  Most citizens receive barely enough food to survive and even then it's only through hard work and ingenuity that they can provide for themselves and their families.<br/><br/>Because of an uprising, the Capitol has instituted The Hunger Games.  These ""games"" take place each year and each district is required to send two teenage participants aged 12-18, one male and one female.  The participants, called tributes, from each district are taken to a previously undisclosed location and required to fight to the  death.  The last tribute alive is declared the victor and returns to his or her district not only with the honor of winning, but also with the reward of being financially ""taken care of"" for the rest of their life...being put up in a great home and provided with money, food, etc to ensure their comfort.  Our protagonist, Katniss, becomes the female tribute from District 12.<br/><br/>The premise itself is an intriguing combination of a number of elements I've seen and enjoyed from other books and stories.  The system of selecting the tributes reminded me of the short story The Lottery.  The general layout of Districts and order of government reminded me of a variety of 'end of days' books.  The fight to the death concept reminded me of  ancient Roman gladiators or other similar events where participants are required to kill each other at the whim of the controlling government.  While these elements were familiar, the way they were put together made the story fresh and enticing.<br/><br/>The language was fluid and engaging.  The target audience is teenagers or young adults, so I expected a fairly easy read.  At the same time, the author didn't ""talk down"" to the reader in any way or pull her punches.  On the contrary, she accepted the reader as an equal by providing a quick, smart, tight narrative.<br/><br/>Some of the characters were a little flat, but that was mostly only true of some of the almost faceless tributes that Katniss encounters or the nearly caricaturized people she meets once she arrives in the capitol.  I thought the overall characterization was done very well with the exception that through the first few pages (either due to writing or due to my reading too quickly), I thought the narrator was a male rather than our female protagonist.  Otherwise, I really enjoyed the characters.<br/><br/>The world that was created was also very intriguing.  We begin in District 12 and specifically within the Seam which is the poorest part of the district.  While the language and descriptions were fairly modern, the overall feel of the district could easily have been late 19th or early 20th century.  Only small evidence exists that we're in modern (not even future) times such as the electrified fence surrounding the district.  As we learn more about the community, it's evident that some industrialization has happened since there is talk of trains and other motorized vehicles.  But it takes quite a few pages before we're fully aware that we're in an ""advanced"" future complete with hovercrafts and large scale projection screens that can cover the sky.<br/><br/>I loved the juxtaposition of the poor and degrading District 12 alongside the decadent effulgence of the highly modern Capitol.  Truly it was as amazing to the reader as it was to Katniss just how different the two disparate areas were.  It also spoke well to the hypocritical and contradictory nature of those governing the land.  A theme that became a strong thread in the book.<br/><br/>The intrigue and potential conspiracy or collusion was a lot of fun to follow along and was very compelling to me.  I was hoping for more of it, but the man vs man battle of the games didn't provide a ton of opportunity for this.  I expect a bit more plotting and scheming in the next book.<br/><br/>The actual Games was a fun adventure.  The preparations leading up to the games were rather interesting as each tribute was presented to the world and then trained and prepared to fight to the death.  I loved following Katniss through the strange terrain.  Again, we were pulled back into a non-futuristic world as the kids ran through forests, streams and mountains.  At the same time, we were frequently reminded of the high-tech society whether through the projections in the sky or the high-tech gadgets and medicine provided to the kids.  One of my favorite elements was near the end when Katniss encounters the muttations.  I really liked the depth and intrigue of those creatures.<br/><br/>If you can't tell by now, I really enjoyed this book.  It was a fairly quick read that didn't get too terribly deep.  And yet, it provided plenty of food for thought about the way we deal with those around us, the things we take for granted and the things we overthink.  It provides a fun and intriguing social commentary worth thinking about.  Probably the biggest downside for me was the way it actually ended which isn't a super tense cliffhanger but still leaves you intently wondering what's going to happen next.  Fortunately for me, the second book is already out so I won't have to wait ages for it to be written.  For those who hate cliffhangers, don't worry too much...the Games come to an end and most things are wrapped up.  The ""cliffhanger"" has to do with some of the events that happened in the Games which have the great potential to instigate change within the Districts and the Capitol and which are poised to explode shortly following the final page.<br/><br/>Definitely recommended.  Enjoy it.<br/><br/>*****<br/>4.5 out of 5 stars</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15MR5H1C277H3?ASIN=0439023521	Alternate world	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Before starting the book I didn't let myself read any other reviews so that I could create my own opinions of the story. I hate to know too much before I start. For this reason with movies I like to only see a preview once or twice so I can be more surprised by the actual finished product. Although I enjoyed the book it didn't go as quickly as I thought it would. The first time I picked it up I only got a few pages and then put it down and read a few other books. When I picked it up the second time I got into it right away. While I understood the premise of the Hunger Games I also had an inkling of the outcome because this book is the first in a series, it might have been better to have it be a stand alone novel. Also, I didn't care for the open ended way it ended. I know it needed to be left open for the next book, and I am lucky that I waited this long to read the first since now I can move right on to the second, but it reminded me a bit of the openness of the endings for the Fever series by Karen Marie Moning. Like the end of a season of a tv show that leaves you hanging so you'll tune in again in the fall. To me, if the writing is good I will go back for more by the same author and about the same characters even if I am not being teased by a cliff hanger. Perhaps with YA books this is more common to keep younger readers hooked.<br/><br/>The story this first called to mind for me was ""The Lottery"" by Shirley Jackson. Usually when we think of having our name chosen from a bowl winning is the desirable option, but in both of these stories it is what everyone is crossing their fingers hoping against. Kind of like sacrificing virgins to the gods hoping for favor, they seem like pointless rituals from the outside.<br/><br/>Haymitch, the advisor to Peeta and Katniss, the two tributes from District 12, is described as frequently being drunk. Haymitch was the winner of the Hunger Games many years before and I wondered if his alcohol abuse could be tied to the horrors he experienced and the kills he may have had to make as a player in the game. How much of themselves do the tributes give up in order to survive? Is it better to die yourself or to compromise what you believe in to win and make things a little better for your district? Do the winners lives ever go back to normal? If not should they want them too since starvation and hardship seem to be the norm? Will there be a way for the winners to share whatever they have earned by winning with their district and should they even be asked to? I also wondered how the rules worked for winners- would their names continue to be put into the lottery if they were under 18 or would they be dismissed for their prior service?<br/><br/>I admired Katniss for stepping forward to take her sisters place and for using what she had learned poaching in the woods to keep herself alive. Peeta's enduring love was encouraging at a time when they had so little. The alliances that were formed in the arena reminded me of ""Survivor"" especially in that they turned on each other and had ulterior motives for teaming up. I really had an issue with the people living int the capital. If they had so much why couldn't they share to keep people in the districts from starving? Did the people from the districts ever had the chance to more to the capital or did you have to be born there? If the wealth was shared and the fences removed would there even be a cause for the people to rebel again? Some great issues were addressed in this book. Whenever a story inspires so many questions I think of it as a good book for meaningful discussions.<br/><br/>I will definitely be reading the next book, ""Catching Fire"" to see where Collins takes the story!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HTAP2V7B795V?ASIN=0439023521	All Around Excellence!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fantastic in every aspect!! A must read!!<br/><br/>This is by far my favorite book!! Suzanne Collins has created a book that will capture the interest of anyone, of any age, male or female.  She creates a novel that has the perfect balance of thrill, suspense, romance and rebellion that will suck the reader in, and keep them on their toes, all the way through to the end.  This book can not fit into any single category, because of all the different aspects that it encompasses, which makes it perfect for nearly each and every reader.<br/><br/>Not only did I thoroughly enjoy this book as simply a pleasure read, but it also got me thinking about the Utopian, to dystopian society, that it portrays.<br/><br/>In this futuristic society, after North America has destroyed itself, the country of Panem is what rises from the ashes of our broken world.  The Capitol, a shining city situated in the Rockies, is in control of the 12 districts of Panem, which are all extremely poor underfed, and ill-treated, each specializing in certain goods to maintain the elegance and luxury of the self-centered citizens of the Capitol.  These Capitolians spend their lives making themselves happy in a world where they are surrounded by highly advanced technology which has few limitations, while the people of the districts live a life nearly as bad as the people living during the Great Depression.  Naturally the citizens of Panem saw this as completely unjust and crul, and rebelled.  Because of their weak defenses against the Capitol, they lost by an incredible margin, and earned themselves The Hunger Games.  Each year a girl and boy tribute from each district are chosen to be thrown together into a massive outdoor arena, to kill each other.  The last one standing earns endless riches and fame.  The entire event is broadcasted around Panem, where in the Capitol people consider it the ultimate form of entertainment.  The games are mandatory viewing, serving as the cruelest of reminders of how much control the Capitol has over the districts.<br/><br/>There may be some turn-offs to people when they first approach the book.  One being, the book description on the inner panel of the book jacket, which gives the impression that the story is strange and is centered mainly around violence, while in actuality, a lot more happens in the arena than just killing...  Collins shows in depth the bonds that are formed through different realationships with family members, friends, lovers and even some unusual and fascinating animals.<br/><br/>I have a copy that I keep for myself, and another that I lend to other people, my mom, step mom, and her mother have all read it, and thoroughly enjoyed it.  I have never come across a person who hasn't enjoyed reading this masterpiece that Collins has created!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BIT1TR3PWIOE?ASIN=0439023521	WOW	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As I have mentioned before, I am often found reading the forums on [...]. I also keep up with my Google Reader - all of the bloggers and readers in both places raved and raved about The Hunger Games. I did not know the plot summary or anything about the author. I did not know it was part of a series. I did not know when the book came out. Basically? I knew nothing except that everyone loved it.<br/><br/>I decided that maybe I should read this one, so I put myself on the hold list at the library. I wait several weeks, and find out it's on an inter library loan and was due weeks ago - which means it's probably not coming back anytime soon. I posted this on a Paperbackswap forum while I was talking about what I was reading at the time, and one of the members on there generously offered to read both The Hunger Games and Catching Fire (the sequel) and send them to me!<br/><br/>YAAAAAYYYYY!!<br/><br/>As soon as they came in the mail, I started to read. Luckily, I had originally planned on having a lot of time to read that weekend.<br/><br/>It took approximately one page to suck me in. Collins does a great job of telling the story while making sure you have enough information - and there really are a lot of things you have to learn. If you skipped over the plot summary above, you should go back and read it - it does a better job of explaining what goes on in the book than what I could. The characters are ones that you connect to, and the events that happen are so unexpected you find yourself wondering what's going to happen over and over again. One of my favorite parts is that everything doesn't just happen for the good of things - just because you start liking a character does not mean that everything will go the best way for that person, which makes it a very intense read.<br/><br/>I ended up liking it so much I immediately recommended it to my fiance, and he read it all in one day - he loved it too. My recommendation is that you get your hands on a copy of this book!<br/><br/>Book Cover: 9/10<br/>Book Title: 9/10<br/>Plot: 10/10<br/>Characters: 10/10<br/>Ending: 9/10<br/><br/>Overall: 10/10</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WV4MDI6D67OQ?ASIN=0439023521	A Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One major conflict of The Hunger Games is the fact that there can only be one winner from the annual Hunger Games.  Each of the 12 districts must send one male and one female to compete in the Games.  Each competitor must fight for survival because the last person standing is the winner.  Katniss Everdeen, from the twelfth district, begins to like and admire Peeta, the male competitor from her district.  She realizes that she and Peeta could be the last two finalists and she would have to kill him or be killed herself.  Near the end of the competition the Capitol decides there can be two winners if they are from the same district.<br/>  I would compare Katniss Everdeen from The Hunger Games with Tobias MacIvey from A Land Remembered.  I think that these two characters would get along because they are both hard working people.  Both of these characters had many challenges that they had to overcome.  These two characters would have helped and encouraged each other during the most enduring of circumstances.  Neither one of these characters would have allowed the other to give up on any task.  The bad side of this team would be the lack of common sense to stay out of trouble.  These two characters would most likely hurt each other while attempting to survive the daily challenges of hard lives.<br/>  The Hunger Games is a thrilling and suspenseful novel that keeps the reader wanting more.  Suzanne Collins has done an outstanding masterpiece for young and old readers alike.  Winning means everything, including your life.  Competitors fight to the death, using inventive ways to terminate each other.  Who will win, who will die, let the games begin.<br/>  I would recommend this book to someone else.  I would recommend it because it is a very thrilling book that never gets boring while reading it.  It always keeps you wanting to know what is going to happen next in the story.  People who would enjoy reading this book would be people that like a lot of action in their books. There is always something interesting happening in the book.<br/>  The Hunger Games is about survival.  Each competitor must use their smarts and their strengths in order to survive.  This book makes me realize that body strength does not mean you will win. You must stay focused and use all resources available in order to succeed.  Even when you think there is no solution, sometimes you need to have hope and faith.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KUGEKFP9VOA5?ASIN=0439023521	WOW!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Welcome to the future, Suzanne Collins style. It is not a place I would want to visit, in fact her view on our future world had me shivering under my bed sheets. This book scared me and that is no small feat, since the last book that had me scared was Communion by Whitley Strieber and it was supposed to be a true story - hence the lights on for a month (did I mention I read that book when I was 12?).<br/><br/>The story is so well-written and gripping it had me believing that this was possible and in fact could be on the verge of happening. I actually shed tears throughout this novel and read it so quickly that I surprised myself. If I wouldn't have had a birthday party for an aunt this weekend, I would have finished it in a day - I tried smuggling it in my purse to maybe read there - but it was a no-go.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is a depiction of life in the near future where the former North American continent is ruled by an unforgiving society that holds its surrounding districts in contempt with a chokehold grip. The story follows Katniss, a citizen of District 12, the poorest district in Panem. Katniss has one mission in life and that is to provide for her family. If she doesn't bring home food, they will starve.<br/>The Capitol, the ruling body of Panem has other things in mind for the children of the districts - it is called The Hunger Games.  Each year there is a reaping, 2 children ages 12 - 18 are taken from each district, a boy and a girl - they are forced to fight to the death in a reality tv type environment.<br/><br/>This story is gruesome, touching, thought invoking...you name it's got it.  I was so entrenched in the story that I stayed up way past my bedtime finishing it and then moving on to Catching Fire, which is Book Two.  I'm thinking about reviewing Book Two, but just the description would give away spoilers that would affect the reading of The Hunger Games. Let's just say book two is one of those rare sequels that surpasses the first. I was sobbing...sobbing throughout half the book!<br/><br/>I have been reading a lot of phenomenal books lately and have been loving every minute of it! My hat goes off to Ms. Collins - remarkable job. I'm hooked and am in desperate need for even a synopsis on the third book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SULHZZM1KCNV?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games have begun...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazon Book Review<br/>Trey, Trent, Ryan<br/>11/18/09<br/>Hunger Games<br/><br/>Author Suzanne Collins is the writer of the acclaimed bestselling Underland Chronicles. In one of her more recent books, The Hunger Games, she continues to explore war and adventure.  The Hunger Games is a terrific work of literature that is set in a post-apocalyptic North America known as the country Panem. The Protagonist is a sixteen year old girl by the name of Katniss Everdeen. She lives in District 12 better known as the Seams. Katniss is a huntress that loves to do what she does. Her mother is a single parent who seemed to give up on life after her husband, Katniss's father, passed due to a coal mining accident. Her little sister Primrose, age 12, adores Katniss and the feeling is mutual from Katniss's eyes. Katniss protects her family and takes care of them as if she is the ""man of the house"" since her mother has become dreary. Katniss hunts with her best friend Gale who is also a great hunter. They claim their caught game and trade it the black market referred to as the Hob. These skills come in handy when Katniss is entered into the Games.<br/><br/>The actual Hunger Games were a sign of punishment created to remind all citizens of the past rebellion. Originally there were 13 districts; all thirteen rebelled against the Capitol of Panem. The Capitol retaliated by destroying District 13 and creating the Hunger Games. In the games, there are twenty-four contestants two from each district who fight to the death to be victorious with glory, fame, and fortune. Prim is chosen but Katniss volunteers in her place leaving Katniss and Peeta Melark chosen from District 12 to participate in the Hunger Games. Both go through a lot of fierce competition but befriend one another. Soon they become closer and this piece of literature adds a little romance to its violence. The Hunger Games is a book that is very enjoyable to read and also one that keeps the reader on their toes.<br/><br/>""Winning means everything. Losing means certain death. The Hunger Games have begun...""</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPQ2FMU92LIMR?ASIN=0439023521	Breathtaking!  I was unable to put this book down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I just finished Hunger games minutes ago and I feel like I have just been let in to a secret club.  Seriously.  I have read reviews on Hunger Games for months now and wondering what all the hype was.  I entered a few contests to win it, and did not.  I did however win a copy of Catching Fire and I knew I had to read Hunger Games first so I bought it last weekend and started it yesterday.<br/><br/>This is a book that by cover alone I would never have picked up.  The title?  Nope.  Reading what it was about?  Still a no, I couldn't imagine myself reading on a topic of young kids fighting to the death.  Even after I picked the book up and opened up to the first page I still am having doubt.  What if I am that one person that just cant get into this book?  And then I started reading....  and in no time, I loves Katniss and her strength and her love for her family.  I love Prim in all her youthfulness and sweetness... still mostly untouched by all the harshness of all this world that I have just entered.  I could hardly put it down.  You know the type.  The book that you can hardly stop to eat dinner for.  It traveled with me everywhere the past 48 hours.  In any spare moments I had, I read.<br/><br/>I don't know what I can say other than I loved this book!  It is so well written that I have a list of people who I feel must read it.  I have to tell my book club about it.  I am not sure who to pass this book on to next because the selfish book lover in me is thinking, what if they damage it?  What if I dont get it back?  I seriously am treating this book like a piece of gold I just discovered.... a book of much worth.<br/><br/>What am I reading next?  As I type, I have Catching Fire sitting next to me.  It has to be next.  I have to know what happens next.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PKEPG6481CGA?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins<br/>  Review by David Kelley<br/><br/>Katniss Everdeen runs from her starting spot. She sees the tributes fighting for supplies. As a boy is stabbed in front of her she sprints toward the woods. This scene takes place in The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins. This is a fiction book with 374 pages. Someone should read this book if they are looking for an easy book that is filled with action.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is a story that takes place in the ruins of North America. For the game two tributes are chosen from each of the twelve districts; the twelve districts belong to the nation of Panem. The tributes are sent to the capital to be trained for the game. Then the tributes are put in a large arena with a forest and lake. The tributes have to fight and kill each other until there is only one tribute alive. The games usually last for many days.<br/><br/>Katniss is a tribute this year who is playing in the game. Her sister Prim had originally been chosen, but Katniss volunteered to save her younger sister.  Now Katniss has found herself in a game where she will be playing for her life. Katniss is really skilled when it comes to survival techniques. She Lives in district 12 which is the poorest district, and it doesn't have a lot of food for everyone. Katniss has hunted for food in the forest outside the nation for a long time, and she has leaned how to survive in a forest. Katniss is also skilled in archery from her experience in hunting. She will have to put her skills to the test to win the game.<br/><br/>This book is really worth reading. I would give this book a ten out of ten. Suzanne Collins is very descriptive in her writing, and it is easy to visualize all of the scenes in your head. Someone should read this book because it is filled with action and has an intense plot. This is an extraordinary book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OXB946XILZ8P?ASIN=0439023521	This book is simply kick ass!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Took me long enough to read this one, huh? Gosh, and what was I thinking to prolong it? I actually read this right around the big hype for Catching Fire - and I was even a bit intimidated to start it. I actually started reading it and put it down after a chapter or two (for like a day) and then I picked it up again and never put it back down until I finished it... and then I was still freaking out because I just wanted more. Luckily for me Catching Fire had just come out and I ran to my local bookstore and gobbled that one right up too.<br/><br/>For those of you who don't already know, here's a quick summary of the story so you sorta get the gist of it. Katniss Everdeen is 16 years old and resides in District 12 with her mother and sister. District 12 is the poorest district in Panem (a/k/a what remains of the United States). Long ago the districts waged war on the Capitol and as punishment they must now choose two young tributes (one male, one female) to represent their district in what is known as THE HUNGER GAMES. Meaning 24 children will have to duke it out on live television using whatever talents (hunting, archery, strength, etc.) they have as their weapon. They will be placed in an arena that will constantly be changing with all sorts of unforeseen dangers as well as these other deadly combatants and will basically have no option but to kill or be killed.<br/><br/>For Katniss and Peeta (the two tributes from District 12) - this will be no easy feat. For it's every man for himself and any feelings for each other can only be seen as a weakness. With no one to trust but herself and her instincts - it is up to Katniss to do her best and survive for the arena is ready, the tributes are deadly, and the cameras are watching...let the games begin.<br/><br/>Katniss, although not always the most likeable of characters, is a force to be reckoned with. I have never been so taken in by a character before. The danger lurking at every corner, the fear, the worry - it is all so real. Peeta, although only the baker's son, is also smart and cunning and you can't help rooting for them from the start. I went through so many emotions while reading this. It was like an adrenaline rush. I will even confess that there was a time or two that I actually found myself jumping in my seat (I know, don't make fun of me) from the excitement.<br/><br/>In closing, I will say this: This book is simply kick ass! If you don't already own a copy - do yourself a favor and get your hands on one pronto. I can guarantee you will not be disappointed.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3K1O0UV1ADYOY?ASIN=0439023521	Don't pass this one over...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I almost did not read this book because of the idea of people hunting people, let alone kids being forced to do this. So, I have to thank Krista for convincing me to read this book. If it was not for her I would not have picked this book up at all. Once I started reading this book I realized it is not as harsh as I had anticipated, which I am thankful for, and was not able to put it down. (I read this book of 374 pages in two and a half days, which is extremely fast for me.) Most of the book is not even set in the actual arena of the fighting. This book is more of the survival of Katniss and Peeta who are on the defensive and trying to stay alive. There is no cannibalism nor is it gory or brutal. I am very glad I did not pass this book up any longer.<br/><br/>I know there is a lot of talk of this book currently, which may be due to the second book recently being released. So with all this amazing praise I had to read it. Which was also a fear to me that with all the hype I would have higher expectations and the book would not measure up. Well, the book exceeded my expectations tremendously. Let me just say the praise is well deserved.<br/><br/>You meet Katniss here in the beginning right away. She sneaks past the fence around District 12 ment to ""keep the animals of flesh eating out"" and the citizens are not aloud to go outside the fence. Katniss has a spot she sneaks out and meets her friend Gale to hunt. See, they don't get caught or in trouble because the Peacekeepers of the city look the other way, as they like to eat meat too. Katniss has been trained at a young age by her father to hunt, and this is what Katniss has done to help keep her family alive after her father passes away in a mine accident years before.<br/><br/>Also, in the beginning you learn of the history of Panem, and how the Capitol has a gripping control over the 12 different Districts. As a lesson for trying to over throw the Capitol years past the Hunger Games came to exist. All the people are forced to have their children entered in the contest starting at age twelve through to eighteen, no matter stature or standing in the District. However, the poor children could very well have more entries than the richer. See, if the family is in need of food rations the child can enter an extra name in the drawing for this and you can do so for each person in your family. So with Katniss, she has a sister and a mother along with herself - this would be three more entries along with the one for this year. Oh yes, the entries are cumulative, so they carry over each year. That would get scary after a while.<br/><br/>On the day of the drawing all the people of the District are required to be there to witness this, and as a reminder. Katniss is shocked when her twelve year old sister who only has one entry gets picked as the girl to go to the games. What would you do for your sister? Would you sacrifice yourself to take her place? Well, that is just what Katniss does, volunteers to go in her spot.<br/><br/>I am surprised with the extent the Capitol goes to, to try and make this an exciting game to watch. The Capitol actually seem to enjoy this. The publicity the winners of the drawing get is unbelievable. There is lavish foods, complete make-overs, parades, and interviews. They are treated like royalty. People chant for these poor kids and bet on them. All this before they are sent to the arena to fight for their lives. The suspence is held through this section and there are peaks and valleys through here. My heart felt for Katniss and Peeta (the boy who won the drawing in District 12 with Katniss). Even the interview has a shocker to it. They need to win the love of the people in order to have sponsers to supply them ""gifts"" while they are in the arena when needed. The contenders all have to go through a training session for a few days then show their skills to the Gamemakers, which results in a scoring that could win them sponsers as well. All of these have their own peaks to them which keep you interested and driving forward in the book.<br/><br/>Then you get to the Arena where the game begins. Now, you are going to have to read the book to see what happens here. Just remember the people of the Capitol like a show and will do anything to get it... There are a few twists that get added along with new rules as they go.<br/><br/>By the end of this book I loved Peeta and Katniss. My heart burst, swelled, and broke with them through all their tribulations. Will they both live? Will one die? Will they both die? I am ready to dive into the next book Catching Fire. This book has told a story and set up for the next book at the same time, very well written in that respect. I also feel I understand the characters very well.<br/><br/>I have to say, for a Young Adult book I would suggest it to any and all adults to read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RAN7415SGQUTU?ASIN=0439023521	"A New Take on ""The Most Dangerous Game"""	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Some reviewers are predicting that ""The Hunger Games,"" by Suzanne Collins, will the next Harry Potter or Twilight Saga. It's not as original or well-written as the Harry Potter novels, but the set up for the book will probably appeal to young sci-fi fans just as much as magic and vampires do, and its anti-authoritarian theme will resonate with many readers.<br/><br/>The book's protagonist is 16-year-old Katniss Everdeen, a slum resident in a dystopian future America, now called ""Panem."" She's an isolated loner, with a dead father, an emotionally absent mother, a little sister she loves more than anything, and a platonic male friend who helps her hunt for food on a daily basis. In this future, the haves and have-nots are sharply divided among the rich, pampered government people who live in the Capitol, and everyone else who has to scrounge for food and other scarce resources (a situation with which I'm sure many of today's anti-government factions can relate).<br/><br/>In a plot device similar to the one in ""The Running Man,"" every year the Capitol forces children from the slums to compete in televised death matches until the last person standing wins and is awarded money and food for life. Unlike many similar stories, however, ""The Hunger Games"" uses this setting to remove the main character from her regular daily life in order for her to process her feelings of alienation and resentment among strangers instead in her own family. Her new environment also helps Katniss re-examine her relationship with her mother, and develop empathy with people from different backgrounds.<br/><br/>Like all reality game show contestants, Katniss has her own support team that wants to make her look good. At first she disdains them completely, but becomes more open to them when she realizes her ability to survive the games depends in part on them. As the story continues, she is forced to ally with other contestants, and starts to empathize with them in spite of herself. Her participation in the games breaks Katniss down emotionally and physically,  and lets her repressed anger, vulnerability and longing to rise to the surface.<br/><br/>Katnisss attitude about the oppressive nature of her government is the most striking departures from so much of the young adult lit that is popular now.  In books with similar settings, like the Stephen King/Richard Bachman novel I loved as a teenage, ""The Long Walk,"" the teenage participants blame unfair and unrelating adults for their predicaments.  In ""The Hunger Games,"" Katniss bitterly places the blame on the machinations of government and society as a whole, which seems like a more insightful (if oversimplified) approach.<br/><br/>The growth and changes that Katniss undergoes during the games puts this novel in a better class than many similar speculative fiction novels, and her insights about her participation in her own oppression makes it a breath of fresh air compared with similar stories.  The action makes it a fun and easy read as well.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34QMN6I32PJ20?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is living proof that a book cannot be judged by its description.  At its simplest, yes, this book can be called a survival story.  There are, however, so many more layers to it all.  It is all about the human to human interactions as opposed to the human to environment interactions one would expect in a survival stories.  It's such a lousy summary to give, ""A reality show survivalist story"" when there's so much more to it all.  So I was skeptical when I first began reading, and it did seem to fall into that category.  I had a bit of difficulty, due to that fact, getting into the book.  However, once I found a good, quiet block of time, I sat down and read straight through and loved it.  It's all so suspenseful, as you really have no idea who will live and who will die going from page to page.  I made predictions, some came true, some did not.  Overall, I think the appeal to this book is the appealing personality of the main character and its ease of reading--I know 11 year olds who have read and loved this book.  It's easy reading, but once you go up the age scale, there's more and more depth to the overall story, making lots of real world connections to pitting countries against each other in brutal wars.  I was hoping to see more of this, the internal workings of the Capitol, some more background history (parts of the history they are fed seem veeery dodgy, and I'd like to know more), and I'm really hoping this is a vital point of Catching Fire.  I am also definitely hoping Catching Fire is about an overthrowing of the existing system, as well as more of the interaction between Katniss and Gale.  I'm getting more than a little sick of Peeta.  There were plenty of hints and clues along the way, and I'm hoping some of them (the pin, the ruins, Katniss's father's death, etc) come into play in the sequel.<br/><br/>Rating: 5/5</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZMF760XEYWRV?ASIN=0439023521	enthralling dystopian story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is the first book in a dystopian young adult trilogy. The setting is Panem, a country of 12 districts in what was once the United States. To remind its citizens of their power, the Capitol hosts the Hunger Games each year. Through a lottery, one boy and one girl from each district are selected to fight it out until one only person survives.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is intense and harrowing from the opening pages. The story is told from the perspective of Kitniss, a 16-year-old girl who had taken on the responsibility of hunting to feed her family after her father died. Kitniss is simultaneously vulnerable and strong, and I really liked her.<br/><br/>Once I started reading, I could not put it down. When I did finish it, however, I had to give pause. While I thoroughly enjoyed reading it, it lacked the depth and message to truly make it a great book. I also found the romantic love triangle storyline annoying; it came out of nowhere. It wasn't timely, and it seemed out of character for Kitniss. Mostly, it bothered me because it was incomplete. The love triangle storyline wasn't fully engaged, and it's clear Collins used the storyline to set the stage for the next book. I love trilogies and series, but I like each book to stand alone if they're released alone. Harry Potter is the perfect example: it was planned to be a seven-book series, and the books build on one another, but each volume is clearly its own story.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is a wonderful, engaging story, but it pales in comparison to my favorite dystopian novel, The Giver by Lois Lowry. The Hunger Games is definitely worth reading, but I'm not sure it's destined to be a classic. I also fully admit to having high expectations, both from reading rave reviews about this book and my own enjoyment throughout the book. Sometimes books are so engaging and enthralling, they can't even live up to their own projections. Until the last fifty pages, I was sure I would rate this book five stars, but once I put it down, it didn't quite live up to its own promise of greatness. I am eager to read Catching Fire, the second book in the trilogy. The movie rights for the book have already been purchased, and I think it will translate very well to the screen. I'm curious to see if the movie is shaped as a trilogy as well.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2K10JTLBHI8PC?ASIN=0439023521	Ben's review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games or should I say The Awesome Games is well an awesome book. There is a girl who lives in the seam of District 12 who wakes up screaming every morning. Can you guess who this is? Her name is Katniss Everdeen. Her father died in a mining accident, which District 12 is mining district Panem. North America has changed through wars and Mother Nature has turned into Panem. Panem which is ruled by the Capitol which is just like NYC (New York City) nobody's poor everybody lives it up. District 12 let's just say the only way they live is to do illegal hunting in the woods. There is a sign on the fence that says all hunting is illegal but everybody hunts there. So during the drawing for District 12 Katniss sister Prim gets selected, but Katniss being the good sister she is to volunteer. Then for the boys, baker's son Peeta Mellark gets selected. When they are being taken care of by the peacekeepers Peeta's mom gives Katniss a cookie maybe it was on purpose maybe it wasn't I don't know. Then on the train to the capitol Haymitch who is taking care of Katniss and Peeta who won The Hunger Games is his normal self the drunk. Then Katniss says ""Your advice doesn't help us, you're too drunk to help us."" So Haymitch promises to stay sober long enough to help them. Then during the parade Haymitch tells them to get along and Peeta says ""Can you hold my hand I am getting dizzy?"" So Katniss does. Then during the viewing for the sponsors to watch the contestants bonehead Katniss shoots an arrow at the sponsors. Or was it a bonehead move I don't know. Katniss makes a friend named Rue during the games which is weird because the goal is to kill the other contestants. They really get along they blow up the big group of killers. Then sadly something happens Rue died and Katniss only hope is to kill the others. This is an awesome, action packed, suspense filled book. It may get violent, but it is excellent.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4EXNHBJWC914?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games is a Must read for all ages	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This novel has been out for a couple of years now and I have finally made the decision to give it a read. It has been on the top of my ""to buy"" list for a while now and seeing how I was running out of ""must have"" novels to read I gave it a shot. To my surprise this novel was fantastic and blew away any doubts of a bad read in my mind. As always I will try to keep my review as unbiased as possible and try to avoid giving away any of the crucial spoilers that we all hate reading about in reviews.<br/><br/>Hunger Games//<br/>Katniss and her family live in Panera, a futuristic America that is split into 13 districts, and we see the hardships she faces. Katniss spends most of her time hunting in the forbidden forest to provide food for her mother and sister after her father's tragic death in the coal mines. Each year the government has a forced ""Hunger Games"" where 24 tributes ( two from each district that are teens from ages 12-18 ) are selected to fight to the death, where only one can survive. When Katniss's younger sister is called to be a tribute, Katniss volunteers to take her place without hesitation to face off against fellow district 12 tribute, Peeta, who is the baker's son.<br/><br/>The tributes are allowed to get help during their battles in the arena so they have to gain favor with the public. Katniss and Peeta's trainers come up with a plan to really attract the audience's attention and bring them into the lime light. For the first time ever in the hunger games two tributes will be a couple who will fight together until the very end. Katniss and Peeta's romance help them secure sponsors who are willing to pay the high expense of sending them help in times of dire need in the arena. Though this was a plot by their trainers, Peeta really does love Katniss and used it to tell her his true feelings. Katniss at first believes he is acting his part but gets a sense that Peeta really does love her. She uses the scheme to hide his obvious advances and to figure out her own feelings. It will take all of Peeta's and Katniss's wits, skills, and instincts to survive the arena and become the Victor! But who will end up winning?<br/><br/>This book was very well written and cleverly told to keep the reader very much entertained. The entire time I read this novel I couldn't put it down. This is like the gladiator for teens and it really creates a world that is almost believable. You can say it is a mixture of The Game and 1984 mixed up into one grand novel. It contains a complex romance that gets even more difficult for Katniss to understand as the days pass by and has loads of great dialogue ranging from serious to humorous. This has a little bit of everything to keep anyone entertained. Don't worry science geeks they even have flying vehicles and bioengineered animals that have been altered for the purpose of war!<br/><br/>The pacing of this story is excellent as you have your slower dramatic scenes mixed in with vicious acts of violence that just blend in so well you never have a dull moment. The author did a wonderful job creating her characters and making the reader hope and pray that they succeed. Every character has depth and personality, which make them stick in our minds even after we have finished reading the book. When you read a novel and can't remember half the characters when you are finished you know the book was not very good. Every single person in this story has a mystery behind them that is just waiting to be explored.<br/><br/>Don't let this simple yet complex story line confuse you. This is definitively a read for anyone over the ages of 12 due to its complex romance, humor, and bloody gladiator style combat. It crosses the gender barriers as it is not a girl or a boy book but both. It is hard to give a great novel a numerical value as people have different types of stories they love to read. I myself do not find non-fiction or investigative novels to be that entertaining and would rate such a novel lower then someone who might love them. This multi-platform novel deserves at least a 4.5/5 regardless the type of novels you love to read and I would recommend it to anyone who wants to escape reality and emerge themselves in a world of mischief and courage.<br/><br/>Hunger games will leave you craving for more as every word digs deeper and deeper into your mind and creates a world so realistic and intriguing you just can't help but to imagine what happens next. What happens to the Victor after the games? How do the families and friends of the fallen react? How does the public react? Thankfully the second novel Catching Fire has hit the shelves and you will not be disappointed as it is just as good and entertaining as the first!!!!<br/><br/>Note: This is my first review so hopefully everyone who reads it enjoys it. I plan on doing more here as well as my personal website (non-profit with no adds...I don't make money I just love reading and writing and hope to write my own novel soon) that I am having made at [...] if anyone is interested. For now I just have a temp website I coded and tossed up until I have time to make a nice one :) Cheers!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13H39O1G0LF43?ASIN=0439023521	Enjoyed	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">In the ruins of a place once known as North America lies the nation of Panem, a shining Capitol surrounded by twelve outlying districts. The Capitol is harsh and cruel and keeps the districts in line by forcing them all to send one boy and one girl between the ages of twelve and eighteen to participate in the annual Hunger Games, a fight to the death on live TV. Sixteen-year-old Katniss Everdeen, who lives alone with her mother and younger sister, regards it as a death sentence when she is forced to represent her district in the Games. But Katniss has been close to dead before-and survival, for her, is second nature. Without really meaning to, she becomes a contender. But if she is to win, she will have to start making choices that weigh survival against humaniy and life against love.<br/><br/>Things I liked:<br/>-Katniss, I liked that she was the stronger out of the two (meaning Peeta)<br/>-Rue, she and Foxface probably were my favorite of the tributes (other than the obvious)<br/>-I am undecided if I am team Peeta or team Gale. I like them both but there wasn't much time spent on Gale, so maybe I will have to decide once I read the sequel.<br/>-I liked that the action was spread out throughout the book. Often times I read something and it's just fluff up until the last 50 or so pages then it's just straight action.<br/>-The book had a very Ancient Rome feel to it, which tied into the gladiator games they would have back then.<br/>-The feel of this book kind of reminded me of Graceling by Kristin Cashore, could be because I just recently read it. But I liked the feel this book had and the world that was weaved.<br/><br/>Things I disliked<br/>-It was a little slow to start, and I felt that there were some parts that were overly detailed and I got a little bored with them.<br/>-Spoiler - I didn't like it that the rules of the games were changed after 70 odd years to allow two players to team up just to accommodate Peeta's survival and a love story. Now I love romance, and I in no way wanted him to die..but to me it's just too convenient. Not every book has to have a love story to be popular. The author could have just as easily created a way for the two of them to escape from the games. Throughout the whole time they are in the arena I kept wondering why no one hit a wall or something that the could escape over?<br/>-I thought there were a lot of times where Katniss has flashbacks of times from her childhood, I liked a few, but I thought there were too many and it slowed the story for me.<br/>-I kind of felt that Peeta's personality changed after Katniss and Peeta team up<br/>- Spoiler - I thought that it was weird that no one seemed to mind that the other tributes were turned into some kind of dog at the end of the games. If I was watching that I would be like ""What kind of world do we live in that this is ok?"". It's one thing to make people fight to the death, but it's another to experiment with them and turn them into something other than human.<br/>-I wanted to know more about what else is out there besides Panem. Maybe that is answered in the sequel.<br/><br/>Overall a really good read. Although it was quit violent. I am pretty squeamish and there were some parts I almost thought were too much, but that's just me. I'm interested to see what the sequel Catching Fire will hold. I give this 4 out of 5</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3L9WH587BLEDT?ASIN=0439023521	The Best Book I Ever Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">WOW! This is a great book .I could not put it down. This is now my new favorite book. I rate this book a 4.5 out of 5 but would have to give it 5 because there are no halves on Amazon. I give it this because it was entertaining, fun to read, and there were surprises in it.<br/>  This story is basically about a country named Panem of what was once known as North America. There are twelve districts but use to be thirteen. District 13 had an uprising so for punishment to remind the districts not to do an uprising again, the capitol (head of everything) has a Hunger Games each year. They send one female and one male from each district to compete in the Hunger Games. The Hunger Games are a blood thirsty match where all 24 tributes fight to the death, and the last one alive gets a life of ease, and losers die. The only rule is you can't eat the contestants.<br/>  The main character Katniss is the main character and lives in a town called the Seam with her sister Prim. At the drawing Prim is chosen to be in the hunger games, but Katniss takes her place instead. Katniss has to take care of her family because her dad died in a mining accident so her mom is depressed and won't do anything. One day Katniss almost died from starvation when Peeta who later gets drawn for the boy to be a contestant in the hunger games, gives his burnt bread to her and gets a beating from his mom after he gave her the bread. Katniss never knew why she felt like she always needed to pay him back.<br/>  I would recommend this book to anyone but not to younger kids because there are violent parts like, Poisonous bees, or werewolves. If this would be a movie I doubt it would be possible to get it to be pg 13.<br/>  There are some parts I do not like in this book. One reason is this book is written in first person because in the story it would be cooler to go around to the other contestants and see what they're seeing. But I understand why she would want to put it in first person because it would be confusing if it wouldn't be in first person. Also with every desperate part it seemed like every time Katniss was in trouble something positive happened like when she was thirsty she found a lake so she got water. Also Katniss was starving and found food. Another thing I don't like is that Katniss's personality can be annoying at times. The thing I don't like is the romance part is a little cheesy when she doesn't even want romance. The last part I do not like is the ending. I will not tell you the ending because I don't want to give it away. But the ending is not exciting and should be more exciting.<br/>  Even though there are negative parts, you should still read it because all books have bad parts! No one's perfect. But there are way more good things then bad things in this book. One thing...get the book! Read it! Get your friends to read it. When you read it give it a chance up to pg. 130 because part 1 might not be exciting as the second and third part. This is a great book!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14Y9OYTLELPAW?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games Is Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The hunger games is about a 16 year old girl named katniss everdeen. She lives in the far future, where america was destroyed and a new country named Panem sprung up from the ashes. The diabolical capitol is rich and well fed, while the other disticts starve. The capitol rules by ravaging fear amoung the districts to make them obey. So that they obey twice as well, the make them send children to fight to the deaths in a massive arena. This is called the Hunger Games. When Katniss's sister is picked for the games, she bravly volunteers to go in her place. Now she must defeat sinister opponets who have trained her whole life for this if she hopes to come out alive. It was a great book, combining technology, science fiction, horror, love, and rebellion in an apocalyptic future. One of the parts I didn't like was when the evil competetor Cato was killed by the werewolves, and although they made it feel real, I am just not a fan of teenagers getting chewed up by mutant werewolves. One of the stongest scenes was when Rue died, they made that scene really powerful. I also like the idea of how the Capitol thinks that if they can dehumanize all of the districts, that they can control them easier. I don't think that would work, because If you can think like a man, yet fight like an animal then you would be two times as dangerous an opponet. I think Suzanne Collins made a bold decision when she made the book from 1st person perspective, because it supplies many strength and weaknesses. A strentgh is that then you can feel like you are fighting in the games, and another is that then you can really get to know katniss better. Some weaknesses are that then you can't get to know the other charactors as well, and that then anything that katniss doesn't know, you don't either. All in all it was a book full of suspence,thrill, and villany, a must read book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RONKX1B684YZB?ASIN=0439023521	Dystopias are soooo dysfunctional!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My impressions:<br/><br/>1.  The book immediately reminded me of the TV show ""Survivor."" Except kids are to kill kids and death is the only way out of the arena.<br/><br/>2.  Children often carry the brunt of the misery in a dystopian young adult novel. Their endangered well being is a visible warning to adults who might want to think on their own and might want to make the world a better place than what is available.<br/><br/>Readers need to know before reading:<br/><br/>1.  utopia vs. dystopia<br/><br/>2.  Speculative fiction<br/><br/>3.  Post-apocalyptic<br/><br/>Some questions I asked while reading:<br/><br/>1.  Why is there more to history than ""they"" are willing to tell us? P. 44<br/><br/>2.  Survival = killing and murder.  Winning = killing and murder.  Why these concepts are valued enough to be celebrated and televised?<br/><br/>3.  Why would the killings in The Hunger Games make the citizenry feel that there was no way to rebel?<br/><br/>4.  Why do the adults ""just"" accept this way of the world rather than put a stop to the slaughter to 11 children every year?<br/><br/>5.  Why in a ""perfect"" world, are there such distinctions between the ""haves"" and the ""have nots""?<br/><br/>6.  Why do child warriors have to be gloriously dressed to impress the TV audience?<br/><br/>7.  How does being in the Hunger Games make an individual ""someone"" vs. ""no one""?<br/><br/>8.  Why is it important to be yourself and to be true to yourself in order to win the Hunger Games?<br/><br/>9.  Why do the warriors have to ""sell themselves"" to the viewing audience if they are to be true to themselves?<br/><br/>10.  The children learn that ""stupid people are dangerous.""  Why would this be important to learn when being a contestant in the Hunger Games?<br/><br/>11.  Viewing the Hunger Games is a sport. Watching children kill each other is a sport. Why is adults killing each other in war bad if the Hunger Games are sport?<br/><br/>12.  Children are no more than pawns manipulated by the government. Why is this government allowed to exist in this nation?<br/><br/>13.  How important are alliances when you know that you will eventually have to kill them off in order to win/survive?<br/><br/>14.  What impact will winning have on the winner? What will their emotional future be like?<br/><br/>I have read the second book in the series and cannot wait for book three to come out!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17I2IGOGN8PC?ASIN=0439023521	Smart, Emotional, Fast Paced, Beautiful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">""The Hunger Games"" by Suzanne Collins was a wonderful book.  I immediately loved Katniss Everdeen, the 16 year old narrator who hunts and provides for her mother and sister after a tragic accident that took her father's life.  Katniss is strong, smart, and curious about the world.  She lives in a coal miner's village in a time in the future where the government as we know it is replaced by the Capital: a rich and very powerful group of people who dictate which districts perform which tasks and who will live and die.  Defy the Capital, and you will surely be punished.  Between giving your tongue, losing your already small rations of food, or death.<br/><br/>To express their power, the Capital holds annual Hunger Games where they choose 24 entrants (tributes) in total, two from each 12 districts across the country- ages 12 to 18 on a random name-drawing action. Depending on your age and the need to volunteer more ""raffle tickets"" with your name on them to provide more food for your family, your name can be entered as low as 1 to as high as 60 times per year.  Doesn't sound too bad, does it?<br/><br/>But these aren't average games.  They're called the Hunger Games.  People all over the country watch live footage as the tributes have to fight to the death.  Only one survivor is allowed.  The bloodier, the better.  The tributes are in training for about one- two weeks before they are thrown into an arena and expected to put on a good show.  Some kids are from district 1, which is loaded with rich and well-off people.  Some kids are from district 12, which is full of skin-and-bones people and lack of food.  But, in the Hunger Games- it is definitely survival of the fittest.  You either have to outweigh, out throw, or out smart the others to win the challenge.  If you don't win, you are dead.  Not only are you dead, but your entire family and village back home must watch as you are killed.<br/><br/>Picture the ancient times of the Colleseum, Gladiator, etc.  People are dying for entertainment, and to prove that the Capital is still in charge of your life.<br/><br/>""The Hunger Games"" is full of twists and turns that I did not expect.  Human compassion is expressed very well, and so are the confused feelings of teenagers.  The book was very fast paced and full of surprises.  I was fully engaged through the whole story and obviously crave more when I was done.<br/><br/>Book 2 is on its way in the mail to me as we speak. :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RK6EIDNAZSPG?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Story Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins takes place somewhere in the future and in what we know now as the United States. But after some economical failures it has been separated in to 12 districts that are all ""ruled"" or regulated by the capital. The first district being right outside the capital and the 12th being the furthest, as well as the poorest.  Katniss who is the main character in this story lives in district 12, after her father died in the coal mine; leaving her mother helpless and incapable of supporting a family Katniss was obligated to take the lead role in keeping her family alive.<br/><br/>Every year they choose two people from each district (chose randomly) to participate in their annual Hunger Games, where all the contestants will have to fight and kill for their lives. And this year they drew Prims name, Katniss' younger sister. But if someone would rather volunteer they can take place of the person who was drawn, so Katniss takes the place of Prim to save her younger sister.<br/><br/>So once the games begin all 24 of the participants are thrown into an arena and are on their own to try and be the last surviving person. When there is about 8 of them left, they announced a new rule that if the two remaining participants are from the same district they will both win. Katniss then finds Peeta, the boy from her district. They pair up and will fight to win this years game!<br/><br/>I fell in love with this book, just minutes after beginning to read it. The way Suzanne Collins described Katniss made me have an instant attachment to her, and for me, being someone who doesn't particularly love to read, having an emotional connection with the story makes it so much more enjoyable to read. I really liked her writing; it was an easy read, but not something that an adult would feel childish reading. I think being able to write a book that can entertain almost any age is a huge accomplishment and says a lot about how good of a writer you are. Some of the violence may be to explicate for younger children, but besides that I think this book would reach the interests of any age group.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DEBEN9XJ1XJG?ASIN=0439023521	My favorite book of 2008	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is a novel by award winning author Suzanne Collins. This book was recommended to me by the dude at my local Waldenbooks store, and since he's practically my twin in terms of what we enjoy, I assumed this would no doubt be another excellent recommendation.<br/><br/>I know that it seems a bit fanboy, but I can honestly say that I was blown away by this book. I was in no way prepared for the story inside. Well, maybe a little prepared. The guy at the Waldenbooks did tell me that it was like Thunderdome for kids. I guess that should have tipped me off.<br/><br/>Katniss lives in District 12, a coal mining district in what was once known as the Appalachian Mountains. Each year, one boy and one girl from each district compete in the Hunger Games, a fight to the death that the Capitol uses to show its dominance over the Districts. Only one person can emerge victorious, and that person is then set for life. Katniss always worries about being chosen, about what will happen to her family if she is. District 12 doesn't have a reputation for winning the games, and Katniss, though just 16, is the main bread winner for her family. Things take a turn for the worst, however, when Katniss' twelve year old sister is given the ""privilege"" of competing.<br/><br/>Collins weaves an incredible post-apocalyptic young adult tale that had me spellbound from the first few pages. The vocabulary is at an appropriate level for younger readers, and yet the story doesn't feel like it's being watered down in any way. This makes for a quick and suspenseful read. Collins chose to use the first person present tense to tell the story, which I thought was quite interesting. At first, this bothered me, but eventually I think it led me deeper into the story, closer to Katniss' tale.<br/><br/>Katniss is fantastic as a narrator. Humble to a fault, and unable to trust others, her logic and thought process is interesting and slightly disturbing for a person her age.<br/><br/>I've never read another story by Collins, but if they're anything like this one I'll have to get the whole library. I highly recommend this book. It was my favorite book of 2008, and as soon as my local library gets a copy of the recently released sequel, Catching Fire you can bet I'll be all over it.<br/><br/>Final Score: 9.5/10 An quick read with an overarching story line that will easily span the three volumes of the planned trilogy, but with the kind of satisfying ending that rarely accompanies the first volume of a trilogy.<br/>(less)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3J7Y65PEBVWUY?ASIN=0439023521	It made my hands shake.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Oh what a story.<br/><br/>I found the dark realism of the story to be my favorite part. The truth is, I think that we could easily lead ourselves down the path to the world that Suzanne Collins created in The Hunger Games, no matter how horrifying and depraved it may seem. There is a ring of truth to everything that happens in the story, which makes it scary and believable.<br/><br/>The characters are pretty accurate too. I've read reviews complaining that the characters, particularly Katniss, were not very heroic or exhibited too much of a selfish nature, and I agree. She does. They all do. And I think it is irrational to think that anyone who wanted to live wouldn't do exactly what they had to do to make it...or they'd perish without being able to find a ""fight"" inside of them. The fact that these characters have to lose something of themselves just to get by day to day is one of the most powerful parts of the story. I do not begrudge the characters their choices. I'd have been suspicious if they had acted righteous and noble. Most people aren't. Sorry.<br/><br/>I read through the book in two nights, barely breathing, often shaking, crying at multiple points throughout the story. I think that the landscape is rich and the details well chosen. The story is scary in a way that I was not expecting. The kids involved in the games wounded me. It was hard to focus on any of them for fear of losing them. I would like to say that I can't imagine how it must feel to be in that society, in that situation, but thanks to the Hunger Games and my imagination, I can imagine it. And it is terrifying.<br/><br/>For those reviews I've read that complain bitterly that it is too much like The Long Walk or Battle Royale, I say, not really. There are similarities, but you can say that about more stories, that they feel like others. Just because the setting is similar, or how they got there is similar, doesn't mean this isn't a good book. The Long Walk frightened me and kept me on the edge of my seat when I read it many years ago, Battle Royale did not interest me at all. It is an individual thing, I think. If there is anything that The Hunger Games lacks it is that I thought there was a lot less blood shed than there could have been. The number of deaths we witness in first person are pretty minimal. Most of the competition is gone early. I might have liked to see more tense fights, more sobering, scary murders. But where it lacks in first person blood shed it more than makes up for in psychological torture. Psychological warfare is where Suzanne Collins shines brighter than any of the other similar stories.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCN9L3L05J741?ASIN=0439023521	A different kind of world.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Imagine living in a world where government rules all and freedom is not existent. Where simple necessities such as food and clothing are scarce. Where survival is one breath away from death. This is District 12.<br/><br/>In Suzanne Collin's novel, The Hunger Games, our world of today is no longer. Instead North America was demolished during wars and once they were over The Capitol rose and Panem was born. Thirteen districts were created. All were peaceful, accept District 13, they rebelled and because of that rebellion, District 13 was destroyed. Panem's soul purpose is ""peace"", having it's people accept whatever the government sanctions and not questioning it. Making it's people live in fear. Hence the annual Hunger Games.<br/><br/>Ever since the down-fall of District 13, these games have existed. Every year a boy and girl between the ages of 12 and 18 are chosen to participate in the Hunger Games. Two are chosen from each district and then thrown into an arena to kill each other. The last one alive, wins. Winning these games also means fortune and food. Which is something wonderful, seeing as most of the twelve districts are dirt poor.<br/><br/>The novel is narrated by Katniss Everdeen, a sixteen year old resident of District 12. She's a fierce protector of her younger sister, Prim. She's also an illegal hunter, doing what she can in the hopes of survival for her family. Her friend and possible love-interest, Gale, hunts and helps with her. Her sister Prim was the actual one chosen for the Hunger Games. But, instead of allowing her sister to go, Katniss intervenes and goes in Prim's place.<br/><br/>The boy chosen from District 12, is Peeta, the baker's son. He's nice, kind, and harbors a crush for Katniss ever since childhood. Katniss doesn't feel the same way, though during the games she plays along.<br/><br/>See, the games are a funny thing. They're all brutality, but they're something else. They're entertainment for the audience. It's reality T.V. at it's worst. Watchers place bets and sponsor strong contestants, (helping them when they are in desperate need of resources). So a basic note of survival is to play a long with a story tacked onto you from the beginning. In Katniss and Peeta's case, they played star-crossed lovers. Although, Katniss doesn't really need any of this backing, she's a survivor through and through.<br/><br/>It's a brutal book, and at times it's terribly hard to read because of the base line it has. Children not only die, but they are killing each other for glory. And yet, I loved this novel.<br/><br/>It's a book that shows both sides of the passed and future. What could happen if the government and the media ruled all. A very scary place. It has hints of the Roman Gladiator games. It even has a little Harry Potter (Goblet of Fire) feel to it, without the magic.<br/><br/>When I read something, it's very rare that I say I feel privileged to read it. But I say this whole-heartily, I feel extremely privileged to read The Hunger Games.<br/><br/>Suzanne Collins, you did literature well!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22600PTHVFCC3?ASIN=0439023521	Absolutely fantastic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Once in awhile you come across a book that you just can't put down, you just have to finish it, and this is one of those books!  An action-packed but very layered and complex story about a young girl who is thrown into an arena where she is forced to face off with 24 other kids in a battle to the death.  Think gladiator but on a much larger scale where it seems the stage is actually a very vast land with mountains, valleys, rivers, etc.  Think Gladiator meets Survivor!<br/><br/>In the ruins of what was once North America there are now 12 districts, ruled by one capital, Panem.  Most of these districts are in very sad states, they just scrape by when it comes to food and other luxuries.<br/><br/>Every year, a boy and a girl are randomly chosen to compete in what the capital calls ""The Hunger Games.""  There can only be one winner in these brutal games where participants are thrown into an arena to face-off not only against each other, but controlled elements that the Gamemasters throw into the game (soaring to plummeting temperatures, fires, lightning storms, etc.)  These games are televised to all of the districts and each participant becomes a bit of a celebrity, able to pick-up sponsors along the way that may or may not help them when the game becomes too much to handle in the arena.<br/><br/>We follow Katniss, a girl from District 12, who volunteers for her 12 year old sister's place when she is the first girl chosen.  A person volunteering for another has never happened, and if it has, it has been very rare in these 74 years that the Hunger Games have been held.  Peeta, a baker's son, is the male counterpart chosen for the games.  Together, these two will need to eventually team together if one of them are able to even dream of making it out alive.<br/><br/>This is an amazing story and a very quick read for those looking for quick entertainment.  I highly recommend.  Be sure to check out the sequel, ""Catching Fire.""</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22YVG3JF4FEH3?ASIN=0439023521	I Wish I Could Give it 10 Stars!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What an awesome book. It's been a while since I've read a book that I lost sleep over. I couldn't put this book down. The way Suzanne Collins wrote just kept you in suspense. There was no time to dawdle just read, read, read.<br/>It is set in the future in the US. The earth was nearly destroyed. The US was rebuilt into districts plus a capitol. It started off with 13 districts but they went together and rebelled against the capitol. The capitol won and district 13 was totally destroyed. So now there are 12 districts that live in fear of the capitol. Each district supplies the capitol with what it needs. One way the capitol keeps everyone in line is by having the Hunger Games. This is a game were a boy and a girl from each district between the ages of 12-18 is put in a arena and made to battle each other until there is only one living child left. That child is the victor and their district is supplemented a little better.<br/>The book starts off in District 12 where the supply there is coal. There are many mining accidents and people often starve to death. There we also meet Katniss. She has learned to survive after her father died in a mining accident and her mother went into a great depression. She had to survive because the only person she truly loved was her little sister Prim and if Katniss didn't bring food to the table, it is possible no one would.<br/>The day of the Reaping comes. This is where names are drawn from the districts on who would go fight. It turns out to be Katniss's sister Prim for the girl. Katniss has to protect her. How??? Read the book to find out!<br/>I know some people are sensitive to children killing children and if you are one of those, you shouldn't read this book. The book did remind me a little of the Running Man and Lord of the Flies but I felt this story held it's own. I highly recommend this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2O5D4NP6I6NF5?ASIN=0439023521	As addictive as everyone says!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So took me long enough to read this yeah? So this was weird it was exactly what I thought it would be but not at all both at the same time. I'm really not sure how to explain that though, so it's pretty much a useless statement.<br/><br/>I really enjoyed Katniss's story, she was a really strong and protective character. I would definitely say she was the way she was because of the circumstances of her life, her father dying when she was still a child and having to basically take care of herself, her little sister, and her mother in his absence. Basically her life of hunting and having to be the strong one in her family prepares her for being part of the Hunger Games. I liked that she wasn't a girly girl at all!<br/><br/>While I wouldn't say this is in a class of it's own plot-wise, (I've heard of other stories and short stories that share some common elements) it's definitely interesting and highly addictive. I wasn't certain how all these killings in the arena would be illustrated for a young adult audience but it's done in a way that's least offensive and least violent to most any reader, which I would have to say is pretty hard to do.<br/><br/>The games start with 24 teens and there can only be one winner. I was definitely hoping to get to know something about all of the competitors but sadly that wasn't the case. This is definitely wishful thinking but a chart of some sort with the competitors names, districts, score etc would have been so so so cool to see in perhaps the back of the book. But no, for the most part we only get to learn about a handful of the competitors and not very much about several of them. It's definitely Katniss's story.<br/><br/>Sometimes action and waiting for action bores me a little but this book did no such thing. It held my interest the whole time and I just couldn't wait to find out what happened. Truthfully the ending of the games was what I expected, but really what else could you expect right? But maybe that's just me. Overall a fantastic book and I'm excited to see where the sequel, Catching Fire picks up!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DJP751LE0MFA?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">To be honest, this book shocked me. I'd been hearing nothing but great reviews about it from everyone, and when the online book club that I belong to selected it to read, I was happy to have a reason to pick it up. I didn't really know anything about it, just that everyone kept saying what a powerful book it is. And they aren't wrong.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games takes place in an undetermined future, in a country that is now known as Panem (once North America). Panem consists of the Capitol, the ruling city, and 12 districts surrounding the Capitol. Once, there were 13 districts, been during an uprising, the Capitol demolished the thirteenth district. As a constant reminder to the remaining twelve districts of its authority and power, each year the Capitol requires a pair of tributes from each district, one boy and one girl, be selected in a reaping and then be sent to participate in the Hunger Games, the ultimate in reality television; the Games are broadcast for the entire country to see. The idea is, each of the 24 tributes are places into the Arena, an ever-changing venue built each year for the Games, and they are forced to fight to the death, until there is only one tribute standing. That tribute's district is then honored for the next year.<br/><br/>Katniss Everdeen, 16, has been providing for her family ever since her father's death in a mining accident. Her best friend, Gale, has been providing for his large family as well. This will be Gale's last reaping. At the age of 18, he will no longer be required to participate if he is not chosen this year. Katniss' younger sister, Prim, barely has a chance of being chosen. At just 12, Prim's name will only be in the reaping once. However, when Prim's name is chosen, Katniss jumps to her defense and volunteers to go in her place. The other tribute from District 12, Peeta, helped Katniss years before, when she was on the edge of starvation, and she hates that she feel that she owes this boy and is still required to kill him if the opportunity presents itself.<br/><br/>Beyond this, I don't want to say much more, because any more that I reveal about the story will lessen it's impact when you read it. Needless to say, Suzanne Collins does not sugar-coat the necessity to kill your rivals in the Hunger Games. This is not an easy task for the participants, and Collins makes you aware of that every step of the way. The tributes are all very real, three-dimensional characters, each with their own agenda and tactics for staying alive. Collins does an amazing job of creating the conflicting feelings in Katniss; is it possible that she can be a good person, and a cold-hearted killer at the same time? Underneath the brutality and the crooked means by which the tributes are placed into their predicament, you can't help but feel pity for them; that they are forced into this situation against their will, and are forced to make such adult decisions at such a young age seems almost intolerable for them at times.<br/><br/>With a bleak and sometimes desperate story that is sprinkled throughout with glimpses of hope, Suzanne Collins' The Hunger Games is a fast-paced, no holds barred thrill ride of a book, that will leave you literally hungry for more at the last page.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NH8A6AT11GX4?ASIN=0439023521	Book Review Courtesy of whatsyourstorybookreviews.blogspot.com	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Author: Suzanne Collins<br/>Pages: 374<br/>Publisher: Scholastic Press (September 14, 2008)<br/><br/>Could you survive on your own, in the wild, with everyone out to make sure you don't live to see the morning?<br/>In the ruins of a place one known as North America lies the nation of Panem, a shining Capitol surrounded by twelve districts. The Capitol is harsh and cruel and keeps the districts in line by forcing them all to send one boy and one girl between the ages of twelve and eighteen to participate in the annual Hunger Games, a fight to the death on live TV.<br/>Sixteen-year-old Katniss Everdeen, who lives alone with her mother and younger sister, regards it as a death sentence when she steps forward to take her sister's place in the Games. But Katniss has been close to death before--and survival, for her, is second nature. Without really meaning to, she becomes a contender. But if she is to win, she will have to start making choices that weigh survival against humanity and life against love.<br/><br/>Wow.<br/><br/>Normally, I am not a sci-fi fan. But wow.<br/><br/>This book was the epitome of amazing, causing a whirlwind of emotions to swell within you as you read. There is suspense and danger, love and loss, and quite a lot of sorrow and agony, and sometimes it's so much to bear that you're really just not sure what to feel. But those are the makings of a great writer, and Suzanne Collins is certainly that.<br/><br/>It is very descriptive--without being over descriptive--and some of the battle scenes are gory. That's one of the great things, Collins is not afraid to show things how they go down. There is no mercy in this book, and that's what we need in today's YA.<br/><br/>Fans of Twilight will love it, haters of Twilight will gobble it up with relish. There is no bad side to this book, and I am desperate to get my hands on a copy of the second book.<br/><br/>Go out and BUY THIS BOOK. 5 stars.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KFI97HM8ZSZG?ASIN=0439023521	Brilliant Plot, Excellent Writing, and a Clever Protagonist	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">(NO MAJOR SPOILERS)<br/><br/>Imagine two dozen gladiators -- brutal killers, merely for the sake of entertainment -- being selected to star in the reality show ""Survivor."" But forget voting your competition off the island, this contest of wit, strength, and endurance isn't over until just one heart is beating. This is The Hunger Games. Or at least this is what The Hunger Games would be at its finest, according to its producers. Instead, a national audience is forced to watch perhaps eight or so of the contestants, who have trained all their lives for this ""honor,"" slaughter the other sixteen, who were chosen from a mandatory raffle to be easy prey. Some of them are as young as twelve. None are older than eighteen.<br/><br/>But only after the bloodbath do the Games really begin.<br/><br/>Had I read this introduction on the back of a book, there is no way I would have spent $17 on it. I wouldn't have even bought it with a half-price coupon. But because of so many others telling me the novel would be well worth my time to read, I am now the proud owner of two copies--neither of which is in my home at the moment because I talk the book up so much myself that I have to lend it out to one friend after another. Simply put: The Hunger Games is one of the best novels I've read in several years.<br/><br/>Why, you ask? Brilliant plot, excellent writing, and a clever, highly-likable protagonist. And for you fans of a good romance . . . when one will eventually have to take the other's life, think of the complications. This definitely isn't your typical love story, but it's a great one.<br/><br/>The target audience is young adult (ages 12-18), and I think a good majority of twelve year olds are mature enough to read it. But I would encourage a parent to read it first before their child that young picks it up. You'll likely enjoy the read yourself even if you decide your child should wait a year of two longer. However, I don't think many younger than fifteen or so will really see the depth of the story -- the subtle hints woven into it about how savage our entertainment tastes have become, and where they may end up if our humanity isn't kept in check. The author never says this, but the message is clear on nearly every page.<br/><br/>As far as content for younger readers, there isn't a single curse word in the entire book. Not one. In my opinion, that is the mark of a really competent writer. Even in life and death situations, Collins doesn't lean on easy crutches to portray the emotions of her characters. And I don't want to give too much away about the romance, but there wasn't a single line in the most intimate of scenes that I wouldn't let my own twelve-year-old read. The violence is definitely there, but gore is kept to a minimum. Remember what The Hunger Games is all about, however, because the rules are real: kill or be killed. And children do indeed die. I think it's fair to relate the violence level to that of the last three books in the Harry Potter series. But there are fewer emotional strings attached to most who die in The Hunger Games, so it isn't quite as traumatic.<br/><br/>Honestly, compared to the shocking material I often find in novels written for an audience as young as twelve, questionable content in The Hunger Games is really quite mild. I recommend it for just about anyone in the target audience range, and the novel is easily sophisticated enough for most adults. In fact, I rarely read books even half as riveting off the adult shelves.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Y0JK1ULTYNBS?ASIN=0439023521	These are no kids games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins' <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Hunger-Games/dp/0439023483"">The Hunger Games</a> is a young adult novel set in the future after the collapse of the world and its rebuilding by The Capitol. To maintain order, The Capitol hosts The Hunger Games each year in which 2 tributes--a boy and a girl--are chosen from each of the 12 districts to compete to the death. Once all other tributes have died in the arena, the winner is set for life in terms of food--in a world without much food--position, money, etc.<br/><br/>The heroine of this novel, Katniss Everdeen steps up and takes the place of her sister. She and her fellow tribute, Peeta Mellark, are sent to The Capitol with their mentor and the last member from District 12 to win The Hunger Games, Haymitch. Once in The Capitol, Katniss and Peeta are groomed, presented, prepped, and molded to meet the television standards for The Hunger Games. The dynamic between these two tributes shifts throughout the novel, and in some case, like an undercurrent, it tips the plot on its ear.<br/><br/>Collins does an excellent job developing these young teens and staying true to the normal responses teens could have in this surreal world she creates. Katniss is a brave, but lonely girl striving to be noble, while Peeta struggles to remain the sweet boy next door and stay alive amidst the brutality of The Hunger Games. Collins' characters are well-developed, and readers will enjoy the outrageous antics of the drunken Haymitch, the superficial Effie Trinket, and others.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is an amazing look at a post-apocalyptic world through the eyes of teenagers. Collins is a masterful young adult novelist, and readers will be quickly absorbed into the world she creates. Readers will grit their teeth, bite their nails, and shake their heads as Katniss and Peeta struggle to survive amidst determined, skilled tributes from the 11 other districts.<br/><br/>Collins goes beyond the entertainment factor of most young adult novels to depict real-life situations in which young love buds and confuses, alliances are made, lies are told, and truth surfaces when characters least expect it. The Hunger Games is not only for teens, but also adults, though parents should be warned there is violence and innuendo.<br/><br/>Thankfully, readers won't have to wait too long for the sequel, Catching Fire, which comes out in September 2009.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RR0OWCGA64BEY?ASIN=0439023521	Dystopian Fabulousness	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">In a society where reality programming reigns supreme readers should feel somewhat comfortable with the main premise of this novel. The Tributes are but twenty-four tiny fish swimming in a barbarically dark bowl where morality is pitted against the basic instinct for survival. Readers are simply one of the outsiders looking in completely enthralled by the complexity of character and plot.<br/><br/>This book was spectacular in a myriad of ways not the least of which was the vivid imagery. Collins writes so eloquently that the reader is transported directly into The Seam where the District 12 lower class lives. We could smell the rancid air, feel the dirty grime on our skin, and hear the rumbling stomachs as if we were standing in the center of town ourselves.<br/><br/>The scenery was so clearly painted that physical locations became characters of the story as much as were Katniss, Peeta and the many people they encountered. District 12's darkness in contrast to the shiny brightness of The Capitol was so profound readers couldn't help but be struck by how misleading their characterizations really were. You see, while the citizens of District 12 were certainly suffering they were still inherently happy because they were together. On the other hand even though it appeared that The Capitol's populace was happy, that is all it was the appearance of happiness to maintain a State sponsored image.<br/><br/>Even so, the most compelling character of the novel is Katniss. A young woman of such an impressionable age she's faced with more than the usual pre-teen questions of what boy she should date, what fashions she should wear, and whether she should skip class or not. Here she was the breadwinner, doting sister, best-friend, coveted love and figurehead all at such a tender age. She's hot tempered, outspoken, strong-willed and, despite the vulgar circumstances she's thrown into, resoundingly tender and caring. Readers root for her from start to finish.<br/><br/>Surprisingly it is all of these traits that turn the readers eyes towards a focus on love. Among all this gore and savagery a great many people love Katniss. It is the love of her family that sustains and motivates her. The love of her best friend Gale that helps her fight to get back to District 12 to see if things aren't strictly platonic. The adoration and respect of new colleagues when Cinna and his team of publicists help transform Katniss into the image of whom she'll portray in The Games. Then most significantly the real and abiding love of a boy interested in her for more than friendship.<br/><br/>The beginnings of this love story are strung through a heavy and dark story. The trip readers take is not an easy journey but one that is well worth the effort. In forewarning readers need to be prepared to handle heavy themes. It questions morality and focuses on aggression as a way to not only punish but to entertain as well. Specifically, the actual Hunger Games pit children against children in a violent and brutal challenge for survival. Death is seen closely and described in detail on several occasions throughout.<br/><br/>In the end the reader will find that while themes are dark and sometimes violent the beautiful prose and characterization from which they are derived makes the ride edge of your seat exciting.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R98ITVANHYD7K?ASIN=0439023521	One of the best books I've read in a while	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Collins has created a gripping epic of a story, which is an arguably darker combination of the already dark stories 1984, Lord of the Flies, and the short story The Lottery. I certainly couldn't put the book down from beginning to end, however I found myself thinking the text was very dark and not suitable for younger readers. In fact, I was reminded of stories like The Bluest Eye, which is a text involving children as the main characters, but is often banned from various school reading lists and regarded as a book not suitable for kids.<br/><br/>That disclaimer aside, this is one of the better books that I've read in a while, and it certainly deserved all the press and awards that it's received. I'm sure that several production studios will consider it for a film, which is bitter sweet in my opinion. This would make a great movie, but it would be incredibly dark.<br/><br/>On the literary front, this is a perfect example of a dystopian society, which is the best kind of science fiction. Also, what makes any good science fiction novel really good is the subtle or not so subtle hint that all of the terrible things going on in the story are palpable at some level. It seems a little farfetched that our society could turn into this, but it's not far from where Rome was just before its fall and the degradation of art and culture had reached its limit with rampant incest and duels to the death in the Coliseum. Even now, reality TV is not a far cry from the gladiator games. How long will it be before we want to be entertained by watching people compete by killing each other?<br/><br/>However, what makes this book amazing, in my opinion is that Collins has taken a relatively original idea (possibly pulling from sources like the Japanese film Battle Royale) and really flushed it out in a phenomenal way. The great travesty with science fiction and fantasy books is that many of the authors have great concepts, but are terrible writers, leading them to flood the market with books that have great elevator pitches, but are, in reality, not that great. Contrary to popular belief, I don't think that Collins has given us a truly original story, but what made Chaucer and Shakespearre so great, among other things, is that they took well-known stories and rewrote them with their literary genius.<br/><br/>The way that Collins writes the story through the eyes of Katniss creates empathy for the reader, and makes the dark world tangible and the characters she's interacting with three-dimensional. Katniss is always believable in every action and decision, making her a reliable narrator, and therefore, making the other characters reliable as well. In doing so, the story's underlying messages are communicated clearly and effectively, showing our own society a mirror of itself and what it can become if we don't start moving in a different direction. I recommend this book to all readers 14+.<br/><br/>The other books in this series so far are Catching Fire (book 2).<br/><br/>-Lindsey Miller, lindseyslibrary.com</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Y999S3DPM8FW?ASIN=0439023521	for For kids between the ages of 12 and 15 who don't do much reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Ines, 8th grader: The Hunger Games, set in the future of North America, is an amazing book. It's the first book of an outstanding series. The series is written by Suzanne Collins. The book tells the story of a girl named Katniss. She lives in a country called Panem ( future North America. ) once a year they have an event called ""The Hunger Games."" This is probably why the book is entitled The Hunger Games.<br/>This is when one girl and one guy from each district ( 1-12 ) is chosen to play in the hunger games. Although it may sound cool, it isn't. During the hunger games, the 24 people chosen are put in an arena with no way out. Well, no way out but to win. And the only way to do that is to kill everyone else in with you.<br/>Katniss, along with the boy from her district, Peeta, face numerous problems while in the arena. Some involve wounds, burns, and near death situations.<br/>Katniss is an amazing hunter and a strong independent girl. Her father died and after that her mom completely disconnected from life. She was left to take care of her younger sister Prim, with no one by her side.<br/>To get the food on her table every day, katniss goes into the woods after school, along with her best friend, Gale. They hunt until dark then trade in what they have earned. This is just to show you what life can be like in Katniss' world.<br/>If she were to win the hunger games, Katniss would live in luxury. Not having to worry about the lack of food or the water.<br/>At some point in the book, katniss will realize that she has to lie to the audience and act like she is in love with Peeta. While,  it is quite hard to explain why now, I will tell you that it involves keeping her self alive.<br/><br/>If you were to ask me about the book while I was reading it, I would tell you it was great.  Almost every chapter ended in suspense, leaving you curious, and eager to read the rest. There are so many twists and turns through out the book, which is why I love it.<br/>You see, for kids between the ages of 12 and 15 who don't do much reading, this is a great book. And personally, I enjoyed reading it. Basically, we can relate to it. The book's theme is all about love, friendship, and family. These three things become a major part of our lives.  Keeping your life balanced is hard, especially at this age. This book shows and helps you learn how too balance your school life, with your love life, while overcoming obstacles that the world may throw your way. Whether it be life threatening or not.  The Hunger Games is an action packed, interesting, suspense-filled book.  I can almost guarantee that you will love it.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RAFX17F95X2BQ?ASIN=0439023521	The romance factor mixed in with thrilling adventure sequences	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Daniella, 8th grader: North America. When you hear those two words, what are the first things that enter your mind? Technology? Hollywood? Fast food? Well, for Katniss Everdeen, a 16 - year - old girl who survives on the animals she hunts, those two words won't bring up anything. She lives in the future, which changed North America into Panem. Panem is separated into 12 districts and it's Capitol. In Katniss' district, which is District 12, the space is barren. District 12 specializes in coal mining, so it's not exactly the cleanest place on earth. District 12 got the worst end of it all since some districts above it live a life that is more luxurious.<br/><br/> Though, in the Capitol, the technology is phenomenal. They've conjured up any type of medication for any type of disease. They had it all. So why would they leave some districts as they are if they had enough money to make it as shiny and spotless as the Capitol? The districts had to produce. And with each district, there's always something different.<br/><br/> Katniss is one tough girl. She knows how to handle things with intelligence and grace. Since her father died in an explosion, her mother has been an emotional wreck. She won't cook for her family and she won't provide for them. So it was Katniss' job to bring food home and onto the table and to take care of her little sister, Prim.<br/><br/> The title of the book says it all. To keep the people of Panem entertained, the Capitol issues a boy and a girl from each district to participate in the Hunger Games, a televised "" game "" where the "" tributes "" have to compete for the prize - their lives. They are put in a wasteland where you have to fight for all the essential needs: food, water, medicine and weapons. If you can't fight, then you're a goner.<br/><br/> Suzanne Collins really captured true love through Peeta Mellark's eyes. Peeta is the boy drawn for the Hunger Games from District 12. He's had a crush on Katniss since forever. What's ironic is him feeling lucky being picked to participate in the Hunger Games. But only because he would be with Katniss. During the course of the Hunger Games, Katniss and Peeta strive to keep each other alive, and this shows all the feelings he has for her.<br/><br/> Katniss wasn't actually picked to be in the Hunger Games. Prim was. Katniss couldn't bear to send her little sister there, though. She knew it would be painful for her and her mother to see another one of their family members die, so Katniss stepped up to the plate and offered to replace Prim to keep her safe.<br/><br/> To me, the start of the book isn't that interesting compared to the body and the end. I like reading about romance more than adventure and action, so when Peeta and Katniss were reunited in the Hunger Games arena, it got me biting my nails more than ever to find out if their crushes would blossom into something more. I have to say: I think I have a crush on Peeta Mellark than on Edward Cullen. But they're both different individuals and both have different attractive qualities to them. Peeta would be the sweet boy who's real and Edward would be mysterious mythical creature.<br/><br/> Katniss and I are pretty different. I don't know how to hunt, or how to fend for myself let alone my whole family. She's got a lot of guts to do that. Katniss would conceal her true feelings, whereas I would let mine spill and show. And when it comes to survival in the forest, I wouldn't stop and think twice about eating berries because I'd be too hungry to.<br/><br/> If it weren't for the romance factor mixed in with thrilling adventure sequences, my rating wouldn't be a 4.5. The Hunger Games really captured my attention, but at first I thought it wouldn't be something I would like to read. This book wouldn't really be good for anyone younger than 10 for they wouldn't understand the story as much and there are too much big words for them to know. I, for one, love it and hope after you've read this review would find it thoroughly exhilarating and love it, too.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RUQXY2BC8I0W?ASIN=0439023521	The story is about sacrifices, family, love, and survival	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Bea, 8th grader: This is one of those books that cannot be put down because of the excitement it brings to the reader. This book is called ""The Hunger Games"" which is an adventure ride filled with action, love, and life from the very start. The author, Suzanne Collins (a brilliant writer), always puts fresh and new features to the characters that can keep you up through the night.<br/><br/>The story is set in the future in a place called Panem which is made up of twelve districts controlled by the Capitol. The Hunger Games was created by the Capitol to remind the other districts never to rebel. Two kids from each district (male and female) from the ages 12-18 are chosen as tributes and placed into an arena where they must fight to the death every year.<br/><br/>The main characters are from District Twelve. Katniss Everdeen is one of them. She lives a life of poverty with her young sister Prim and her hopeless widowed mother. She puts herself at a risk everyday by hunting in illegal grounds with a bow and arrow in order to hunt for food. Her intentions are good since her father died. In her journey you will find that she is smart, skilled, and a bit stubborn. Still she is on top of the game, and so is Peeta Mellark.<br/><br/>Peeta Mellark lives a comfortable life unlike Katniss. He does not struggle as much. He lives in a bakery with two older brothers, a baker for a father, and a witch-like mother. Peeta is a strong boy who can lift heavy things and wrestle. Not only is he strong but is clever as well. He managed to slip inside the opponent's side keeping his real intentions and plan along the way.<br/><br/>From my point of view, the story is about sacrifices, family, love, and survival. Love and sacrifices, because Katniss was not supposed to be picked but she could not bear to let her twelve year old sister enter the games. Family, because Katniss took on the role of being the head of the family and made sure that they had something to eat most of the time even if it was very little food she could provide through her hunting and barter skills. To stay alive and survive the games, so that she could go back and care for her family was Katniss' goal.  It was Peeta's love and sacrifices for Katniss that helped them survive the grueling games.<br/><br/>This book is appropriate for young and old readers alike. There is violence in some parts and sad deaths but the romance was kept at a rate where it was sweet and not to explicit or extreme either. This book managed to keep me going on to find out what happens next till I realize the time. And even though I finished the book I still wonder how the second book will be like since the first book revolved around the games. Who knows, maybe Katniss and Peeta will stop the Hunger Games once and for all, or there could be a bigger problem back at district twelve. Maybe it might skip to the next batch of tributes and their own adventure. But all I can say is that the book kept me at the edge of my seat and maybe yours too.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2W44UT3OPBPW3?ASIN=0439023521	The Ultimate Reality Show!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">With 435 existing Amazon reviews about this book already, maybe I'm just adding to the noise, but Suzanne Collins's THE HUNGER GAMES is the best book I've read in quite a while.<br/><br/>First off, having read many other reviews of this book, both from Amazon and professional reviewers, I see that this book has been slammed by some as being a rip-off of several, or even dozens of, other books / movies.  I suppose if I had read some of these other books, I might feel less impressed by this title - or maybe not.  This year's Newbery Medal winner, THE GRAVEYARD BOOK by Neil Gaiman, was an admitted rip-off of THE JUNGLE BOOK.  However, Gaiman transformed it into something entirely new.  Likewise, John Christopher obviously used THE WAR OF THE WORLDS as the basis for his phenomenal Tripods Trilogy / Quartet, but made it into something new as well.  Many other children's / YA books could be seen as rip-offs of previous books (though probably unjustly so) - Gary Paulsen's HATCHET is very much like the little-known earlier book STRANGE COMPANION by Dayton O. Hyde.  THE CITY OF EMBER seems inspired by H. M. Hoover's even better book, THIS TIME OF DARKNESS.  And, though they each stand on their own just fine, several of Gloria Whelan's recent novels with strong female leads seem like direct knockoffs of... well... Gloria Whelan's earlier books with strong female leads.  So, in reviewing this book, there seem to be two major categories of reviewers - those who've encountered some of these earlier works (BATTLE ROYALE, RUNNING MAN, LORD OF THE FLIES, THE LONG WALK, and others), and those who have not.  Since I have not read most of these (though I love LORD OF THE FLIES), I can't compare THE HUNGER GAMES to them.<br/><br/>Others have criticized this book for being too predictable, though children's / YA books are supposed to have at least a bit of predictability - otherwise, we wouldn't have what is known as a story arc with the introduction of a problem, rising action, climax, and resolution.  I've read a handful of books that ""don't seem to be going anywhere,"" and I've hated them.  Collins did do a fair amount of foreshadowing, something I think is great to use with students in reading and studying books together, helping them develop their own skills of prediction in books.  If I was using this book with students (which I won't, as it's too ""mature"" for my fourth graders), I would definitely use it with the context of foreshadowing.  (spoiler alert) I was able to predict the change in the rules of the game (though it happened much later than I thought it might), the double-suicide threat (How many times was the term ""star-crossed lovers"" used?), and that Cato would likely be the last opponent left for a big battle scene - for me, the ability to predict these things MIGHT happen did not take away from the story.<br/><br/>I will leave the other reviewers to handle the summarizing of this book, but I thought THE HUNGER GAMES had all the elements of great storytelling - lots of character development, maximized action and conflict, inventiveness, conflicting emotions, and great lessons for the reader (sticking to your beliefs, helping others when possible, believing in yourself, and others).  I'm greatly looking forward to reading CATCHING FIRE, book two in the trilogy, upon its upcoming release - can't wait!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3I8N5JNDUJNT7?ASIN=0439023521	Very suspenseful -- gets the reader involved!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Katniss has grown up in a poor community in which people barely scrape by. This community and others like it are kept poor by a strong central government bent on preventing rebellion. One way in which the government asserts control is by hosting the Hunger Games. This annual event is a lottery of sorts: a boy and a girl from each community is conscripted and sent into an arena. The conditions in the arena are unpredictable, and even access to food and water is uncertain. The task at hand is, simply, to kill one another until only one person is left standing. That person wins.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games are required televised viewing for all citizens. Those who live in opulence eagerly follow it as a reality TV show; those who live in the oppressed communities are compelled to watch by law, and helplessly stand by as their two representatives struggle to survive.<br/><br/>It's compelling to witness Katniss's struggle to survive in the arena. She faces some formidable opponents and goes up against nature, human-made weapons, and a resourceful ""production company"" that is bent on keeping the Hunger Games interesting for its audience.<br/><br/>The reader is complicit, pulled along, rooting for Katniss. This leaves us uncomfortably close to the opulent Hunger Game fans in the book. We're in suspense, following each twist and turn. This is disturbing, to at once condemn a cruel social practice and yet to be riveted by its presentation as a reality TV program. This makes it easy to see how our world could get there from here.<br/><br/>The book is marred for me by a certain lack of plausibility. It's a great suspense novel, and a really good character study, but there were a few too many convenient turns of events. The biggest flaw in this book is that Katniss is conveniently spared moral culpability on several occasions. There is always a mitigating factor to make her actions OK; yet, when her opponents kill and maim, they too often relish it. It's too pat.<br/><br/>Still, I couldn't put this one down -- and I'm looking forward to reading <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Catching-Fire-The-Second-Book-of-the-Hunger-Games/dp/0439023491"">Catching Fire (The Second Book of the Hunger Games)</a>, the next book in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MB4Z5H8PYC4V?ASIN=0439023521	Better Than Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">In a future North America, now called Panem, Katniss Everdeen lives in District 12. There Katniss hunts to feed her family and to trade and sell for other necessities.<br/><br/>Once a year a lottery is held  to choose two teens, one boy and one girl,  between the ages of 12 and 18 to fight in The Hunger Games. Katniss winds up representing her district and she knows that she will be forced to fight to the death.<br/><br/>I have been seeing a lot of buzz around this book on the blogs and since I tend to really enjoy both survival stories and futuristic societies, I was thrilled to find out that there was no wait for this at the library. Either I beat the buzz to my branch or I am way behind it, I'm not sure which.<br/><br/>Katniss is a real survivor. She steps up and takes over the responsibility of feeding her mother and sister when her father is killed, she doesn't like owing anyone anything, she faces her lot in The Hunger Games with grit and determination and she is as smart as anything when it comes to outfoxing her opponents. She is tough, abrupt, and almost mean at times and that's to the people she likes.<br/><br/>Coming off of a sickness-induced reading slump, this was the perfect book to get me jump-started. Once I picked it up, I didn't want to put it down. It's violent and disturbing but I expected that once I knew it was about a death match and the circumstances which changed North America into Panem.<br/><br/>My only complaint is that I wish we would have seen more about the government. I kept wondering if I was seeing clues to a revolt or things not being what they seemed as I read. I guess I will have to wait for a sequel.<br/><br/>There's also a sort of a love triangle going on here but, again, we will have to wait for the next book to see any resolution on that front.<br/><br/>I thought the names were a little lame but I really enjoyed reading this book and am looking forward to the next one. (4.5/5)</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7PZTMO3ZDRSZ?ASIN=0439023521	Collins is On Fire	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This story is set in Panem (think the United States post the effects of global warming)composed of a ruling Capitol, which lords over the surrounding districts. As a way to express their authority, every year the Capitol hosts a gladiatorial event where one boy and one girl from each of the districts engages in a highly-publicized, highly-televised fight to the death. When Katniss Everdeen's sister is called to the competition, ""Catnip"" volunteers to take her place and becomes the girl ""tribute"" from District 12. To lose would be to devastate her family and to win would mean everlasting celebrity, but the costs of victory could be too much to bear.<br/><br/>Suzanne Collins knows a thing or two about how to hook her readers - this book is incredibly suspenseful and nearly impossible to put down. In many ways, the story reminded me of ""The Giver,"" a staple of my childhood library. Though both words are very different, the ideas its characters struggle with are very similar: identity, independence, persecution, morality, etc. Collins creates an environment that forces her readers to think about what makes a society function, why it works or does not work, and what its values are or should be. We are asked to identify with some of the most lowly on the social totem pole, to root for the underdog when everything is at stake.<br/><br/>In general, this is a very good bit of writing and I would highly recommend it to young adult and adult readers, but I will say the the ending frustrated me. Though I understand that this book is intended as part one of a series, it feels as though it has unfinished business and looses its footing as a stand alone novel. The sense of conclusion and satisfaction felt at the end of a ""Harry Potter"" book is the result of a smaller story arc within a much larger story. In ""The Hunger Games"" it seems we are given a piece of a larger story arc, which made me feel as though my own hunger for this story was never truly satiated. That along with the particular eye-roll inducing name of Peeta, the baker's son, prevented me from giving this book five stars, but it will not prevent me from picking up the next book in this series.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R308IGO43J09SN?ASIN=0439023521	Ultimate Survivor?  Sure, why not!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The world in ""Hunger Games"" is anything but perfect.  At least this is true for the denizens of the twelve districts that surround the Capital.<br/><br/>Those in the districts struggle by day to day to get enough food to survive, while life in the capital seems to be pretty good.  70-some years ago, the districts and the Capital went to war.  The Capital, with its highly advanced technology and well defended cities, won, and as punishment both obliterated the 13th district and imposed the Hunger Games.  Every year, each district will supply a boy and a girl between the ages of 12 and 18 to compete in the Ultimate Game of survivor.  Viewing of the Games is mandatory, as the districts are forced to watch the 24 teenagers enter the vast outdoor arena.  Only one of them will leave it alive.  If they do well, the people outside might spring for some extra supplies to be sent to you, providing an extra edge.  Victory means a life of comfort for you and your family, as well extra food for your district for the year.  Defeat means you get sent home in a box.  It's ""Survivor"" meets ""Gladiator.""<br/><br/>Does that sound interesting to you?  Because that premise is really probably all you need to know.<br/><br/>In sharing the idea of this book with my students and peers, there have generally been two reactions:  ""Hey! That sounds cool!"" and ""Ummm, no thanks.""  If you feel more of the latter, then I think you can safely pass on this one, and look on to other things.  But if your interest is piqued at all, then this is a book you should make an effort to pick up.<br/><br/>The book is exceptionally well written.  Katniss is a strong, believable main character, whose skills and determination lend themselves well to the Games, and will be popular with both boys (for her ability to survive and fight -- my favorite involves her creative use of genetically altered bees) as well as girls (for the lovey-dovey stuff).  The narrative moves at just the right pace.  There is action, there's sadness, and even humor.  Yes humor, woven into the story in all of the right places, mostly through Katniss' observations of the world's ironies.<br/><br/>Fair warning, however: the book does end on a cliffhanger.  ""Hunger Games"" is what appears to be the first of what will become a series, and the choices last surviving players of the game make towards the end of the games have consequences that we have yet to see play out.  For my part, I'll be picking up book two the day it comes out.<br/><br/>But really, in the end, this is ""Survivor"" meets ""Gladiator"" done very, very, very well.  And really, for better or ill, that's all you need to know.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKZAA97ZVYF4C?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's difficult to find the right words to even describe how good Hunger Games is.  I would definitely place it on my top 5 list of all times and I have read hundreds and hundreds of books.<br/><br/>Katniss is such an engaging character.  The reader is drawn to her instantly, as we are plunged into a futuristic world of oppression, poverty and despair.  Katniss has taken on the responsibility of caring for her family after her father died in a mining explosion and her mother shut down.  Katniss is daring and ventures out into forbidden areas to hunt and gather food to sell to the people in her ""district"".  Her only goal in life seems to be keeping her little sister safe.<br/><br/>The government has set up a lottery in each of the twelve ""districts"" in this futuristic country.  One boy and one girl are chosen to go fight to the death with the ""tributes"" from the other eleven districts.  When Prim, Katniss's little sister, is chosen for the Hunger Games as they are called Katniss steps forward and volunteers to go in her place.<br/><br/>Katniss goes to the capitol with the other tribute from her district, a boy named Peeta, and there they must put on a good show before the game begins.  If they set up the right image they could get sponsors during the game, which means they will receive gifts and help once they enter the arena.  Sponsors are the difference between life and death for many tributes so it is important to give the people what they want.<br/><br/>The game itself is brutal.  It reminded me a tiny bit of the show survivor, only in this game you have to kill off all the other players.  Katniss has a slight advantage from her hunting and gathering experience, but she must also use her wits and bravery to keep herself alive.  Foreign alliances with other players can be helpful, but true trust and friendship is practically impossible since there can only be one winner.<br/><br/>The book drives its characters to the very edge of their abilities.  We see how people react in the most primal and brutal situations: forced to kill or be killed.  I loved seeing the tributes come up with different strategies for survival, and how the game makers who control everything in the arena throw the tributes at each other through force and bribery.<br/><br/>I read this book yesterday, and had dreams and nightmares about it all night.  While this book is reminiscent of ""The Giver"", ""1984"", and ""Brave New World"" it has its own voice and its own story to tell. At the end of the book you will be left starving for more and I can't wait for the next book to come out.  I still can't quite capture the essence or brilliance of this book through the words in this review, so all I can say is go read it and you will understand.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22G28AWR3VCA4?ASIN=0439023521	Warning, this is a page turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When you first start this book, if you've seen the movie the Running Man with Schwarznegger, you're thinking this is just a children's version of the movie.  Not so.  Meet Katniss and Gale, two friends and hunting companions.  Meet Prim, Katniss's little sister.  The day of the Reaping has come.  On this day every year everyone in the districts (what was once North America) gathers.  One girl and one boy from each district are chosen to play in the Hunger Games.  Only one child can come out of the Hunger Games the victor.  They must kill each other until only one stands.  The winner is then wealthily, never goes hungry again, and gets a big fancy house to live in.<br/><br/>Prim, who's 12 years old, is chosen, Katniss takes her place by volunteering for the games.  Certain her life is now over, the boy is picked, Peeta.  Katniss and Peeta know each other vaguely.  After being taken away and put through all the presentation ceremonies they are thrown into the arena.  But they have a plan.  If they play at being in love perhaps the rules will change.  Peeta does all he can to protect Katniss.  On camera their every move is recorded for all the districts to view each night.  Coached to show their caring for one another, it became clear to me, Peeta wasn't acting.<br/><br/>There is a lot of action in this book.  And I actually cried when Katniss's ally is killed.  And I wanted to slap Katniss for most of the book because to me it was obvious Peeta really does love her, he's not just acting as thinks he is.  This book was a real page turner for me.  It's a story about a cruel nasty world written by a brilliant author.  I could not wait to finish it to see what happens to Katniss, Peeta, and Gale.  It's tragic, lots of death, to kids becoming adults and leaves you ready for another book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TAE03DQN89SM?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm not quite sure what I thought the Hunger Games would be about when I picked it up (Amazon recommended it) so I was a tad disturbed with some of the Lottery-like imagery. Despite several loud comments from a friend (to whom I had described the plot a few pages in) that I should just ""put the book down and walk away,"" I perservered and finished the book. I'm really glad that I did.<br/><br/>Katniss Everdeen has been providing for her family since her father died in a coal mine a few years ago in District 12 (Appalachia). Her mother is an apothecary but couldn't care for either Katniss or her younger daughter Primrose (Prim for short) right after her husband's death. All three would have starved if not for Katniss' hunting abilities.<br/><br/>As if life wasn't cruel enough in this post-apocolyse world, every year one boy and one girl from each of the twelve districts must be sent to the Capitol (somewhere in the Rockies) to participate in the Hunger Games. The participants are chosen on a lottery system with every boy and girl between the ages of 12 and 18 putting at least one name into the pot. 12-year-olds must put in one slip, 13-year-olds two slips etc. Life is so poor in some parts of the district though that you can enter your name more than once to receive a yearly food stipend for your family. On Katniss' first entry into the reaping (the lottery) she entered herself four times: once for the requirement and then once for food for herself, for her mother, for her younger sister. Moreover the slips are cumulative so Katniss will enter at least 8 her second year and increasing her odds of being chosen to particpate in the Hunger Games.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games are held each year to remind the Districts of their loss and the participants are rightfully called 'Tributes.' Once all 24 names have been chosen the Tributes are taken to the Capitol to prepare for the televised games (which are mandatory for the districts to watch). Only one Tribute can survive the Hunger Games and the reward for winning is a life of luxury and fame. No one from District 12 has won one of the Hunger Games in 30 or so years and the last winner spends all of his time drunk.<br/><br/>The odds are against Katniss the year that her beloved younger sister Prim is forced to enter her name into the reaping. She has 20 or so slips in the pot with her name on it and made sure her sister would only be putting in her obligatory one entry. Despite the odds, Prim's name is chosen and Katniss, knowing her younger sister would definitely not survive the Games, volunteers to go in her place.<br/><br/>I did see many plot points coming (the banding together in the arena for one) but others were unexpected (her coming to truly care for her comrade Peeta) and it was a violent and bumpy ride. The effect at the end though was cheering as Katniss stands against the system. I look forward to the next book in the Trilogy and hope it clears up some of the lingering questions I had since the book ended so abruptly.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1U3H354R9WDWB?ASIN=0439023521	What I really hated about this book...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">is that this book came out in fall of 2008 and I read it in January of 2009. Now I have to wait for what I'm sure will seem like AGES for the sequel to come out.<br/><br/>Needless to say I loved this book. It's nice to see a girl/woman take charge and be truly resourceful. There are no princes waiting in the wings to save her. She is her own champion. Katniss lives in a world so desperate that love is stretched to the limit. What will you do for your sister? Will you starve for her, commit illegal crimes punishable by death for her, and even die for her? What will you do when a stranger saves your life with a simple gesture? Owe them forever? Save them in return at the cost of your own life?<br/><br/>With the livelihoods of her sister and mother resting on her shoulders Katniss's situation seems to harsh for her to keep any bearing on humanity. What is the point of morality when you are watching your loved ones starve? Yet, even in the middle of the brutal Hunger Games in which her life and death struggle is merely an amusement for the wealthy she has a respect for human life surpassed by no one else. Unlike those with lots of food and comfort she does not have the luxury of caring about anyone but herself and yet she helps, saves, and grieves over the lives of everyone she meets. She's not sickly sweet, innocent, or annoying. But she does everything she can to be honorable and kind just as she does everything she can to survive a senseless bloodbath in which she's expected to kill anyone who crosses her path.<br/><br/>And I can't wait to see how the Big Brother ""Panem"" is to be dealt with in the next two books. Katniss is not one to back down from a fight and it it's obvious from the beginning that the eventual confrontation with ""Panem"" will be the biggest fight of her life.<br/><br/>Also I'd like to see just how the Peeta-Katniss-Gale love triangle turns out. Peeta (a kind, gentle, and even sweetly vulnerable baker's son) and Gale (a resourceful, cautious, capable, strong coal miner's son) seem to represent different sides of Katniss. Perhaps Katniss's choice between the two is more relevant to the world of Suzanne Collin's little post-apocalyptic book than what at first seems apparent.<br/><br/>I don't think this book is to bloody for most kids. I think that one of the important points to take away from this book is that life is harsh, tough, desperate but that doesn't mean we should give up or hide. Actually, I think a book like this might even be empowering for most kids. As a kid, I would have loved Katniss and would have wanted to be strong like her. Heck, I do now as a twenty something.<br/><br/>Please Mrs Collins! Write your sequel fast!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38XXHRRBNCYZ1?ASIN=0439023521	Thrilling, wonderful book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I started reading this around 7:00 PM last night and I couldn't put it down after the second chapter. This hasn't happened since last July (when I was addicted to The Good Earth by Pearl Buck). I love to read, but I have a craplod of schoolwork so if I can't get into a book by the second chapter, I usually just toss it. I really do look for the ""can't-put-it-down"" books, because who doesn't love that ""this book is so awesome I can't stop!"" feeling, but those books are hard to find for me. I am glad to say that this book was definitely a ""can't-put-it-down."" I was supposed to be studying for midterms but The Hunger Games so engrossed me that I just couldn't let it go. I was up until 5:00 AM, and it took me on a thrill ride. I laughed, cried, and found my heart pounding at the all scary parts.<br/><br/>I didn't get any of the derivate references Stephen King made (I'm a HS senior...soon to be second semester senior yay! and I've never watched those movies before in my lifetime) so all the plot details were pretty new to me.<br/><br/>However, for those who started the book but haven't gotten into it, I was sort of in the same situation. I read the first chapter and laid it down for a week before I started it up again. My initial impression was that the writing was kind of abrupt and Katniss (oh, yeah, I was also like: Katniss? Really? but it grew on me) was kind of angsty, but like someone mentioned Ms. Collins manages to make Katniss and the style really likeable. I also loved the love interest thing.  Katniss' uncertain obliviousness was definitely believable (unlike, well, Twilight) and was kind of waves-of-giddiness-inducing for me as a girl.<br/><br/>Anyway, Ms. Collins' storytelling is just amazing. The adventure aspects of this book just brought it to such a great place. She really makes your heart pound. I expected it to be kind of preachy but it really was not, although as I read on I wondered how she was going to resolve the society they live in and depose the Capitol, considering there weren't that many pages left. And then I realized it was a trilogy so it's all good, although the ending kind of left me clawing at the door. I really wanted to know what happened.<br/><br/>My sister and I read the library version. We are probably going to go buy the hardcopy because it was so awesome.<br/><br/>Ms. Collins, thank you for writing this book and I hope anyone who reads these reviews will pick up the book as well, because it really was a blast.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BWL7GOI2W469?ASIN=0439023521	"Left me ""hungry"" for more!"	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins has single-handed perfected a story that not only leaves you wanting more, but also leaves you really thinking about the content of the story and the characters as well.<br/><br/>Set in a not-so-specified future, The United States is gone and North America has become Panem. Panem is a dictatorship that puts most negative Utopias' to shame. It's dominated by TV, technology, and aestheticism; all of which is ran from a city called The Capitol. Panem is then divided into Districts, at one point there had been 13, but District 13 decided to rebel and was then destroyed because of the rebellion, leaving 12 Districts. That rebellion caused The Capitol to institute The Hunger Games.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games themselves is worse then any reality show ever thought up (it's the product of what everyone else want to do to the Hills'). Each year 24 teenager's names (2 from each District) are drawn lottery-style and those 24 ""tributes"" are condemned to be thrown into a gladiator-esque battle to survive. They are thrown into the ""arena"" to decide who wins a life on easy street and who loses...their life; those are the only options. All of which is televised big brother-style, betted on, and sponsored.<br/><br/>Katniss Everdeen is our narrator/heroine, the female tribute from District 12, offers herself up when her younger sister's name is called to be another contestant in the next Hunger Games. District 12 is the poorest of all the Districts and hasn't had a winner in 30 years, that winner is now alone, a drunk, and the laughing stock of Panem. The other contestant being the baker's son Peeta, whom she has a growing affection for throughout their time in the ""arena"" but is complicated by her affections from her friend and illegal-hunting companion Gale.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is light on the romance, concentrating more on the Darwinian aspect of surviving the other 23 tributes in the arena. Of course there is enough of the romance that you can't help but wonder, who will Katniss end up with, but the suspense of the chase, the violence, and the controversial nature of the book make it impossible to put down. The Hunger Games is one of the most addicting reads that I have picked up in a long time; it reminds me of the way you'll stay up all night and all day just to beat one of those addictive shooting games, no matter how much you know it's not real even when you're done, you still want more.<br/><br/>Being the first book in a trilogy, some may not want to follow and wait the long wait for the next book or may not want to stick around and see what happens to Katniss, but I know I'm already looking for Amazon to allow me to preorder the next installment in Suzanne Collins' newest story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13PXWK00VKQG0?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">In this book North America is now known as Panem which is made up of The Capital and 12 districts.  At one time there were 13 districts but when the 13 districts tried to over flow the Capital they were defeated and the 13th district was destroyed.  Now every year each district is forced to pick one girl and one boy between the ages of 12 and 18 to participate in the Hunger Games which is televised live.  These games are a fight to the death and the winner will receive a life of luxury and their district receives extra supplies from the Capital.  These games are a way for the Capital to remind the districts of the consequences of defying them and the power they hold over the districts.<br/><br/>Katniss Everdeen is now 16 and ever since her father died has taken care of protecting her mother and sister and providing them with food.  When her 12 year old sister is chosen as their district's female contestant she volunteers in her place.  The male contestant, Peeta, is a son of a baker who once purposely took a beating in order to provide Katniss with two loaves of bread.  Katniss surprises everyone by becoming a serious contender to win the games.<br/><br/>Stop here if you don't want any spoilers.<br/><br/>I really enjoyed this book although I hate that it looks like it is the first book in a series.  I hate reading series when the next book is not readily available.  Katniss and Peeta play up that they are two teens in love in order to gain more ""sponsors"" that can provide helpful items during the Hunger Games.  It's obvious that while Katniss is only playing a part, Peeta does really love Katniss.  To add an added complication is it sounds like Katniss's hunting partner back home, Gale, also has feelings for her.  So when the rules were changed and allowed both Peeta and Katniss to win the games and go home I wanted to see what would happen.  Would Katniss end up with Peeta or Gale or neither.  I really want to learn more about Gale.  Peeta seems like a nice guy but he seems more like the good boy who will always be there but will be kind of boring.  I'm wondering if Gale is going to be more of the forbidden love even though he and Katniss are from the same walk of life and Peeta is from a slightly richer life as a baker's son.<br/><br/>The only part I didn't like in this book is when Rue is killed.  She sounded so adorable and can't help liking her even though she isn't in the book very long.  I guess that is what Collins was going for since she was played up as the contestant that people couldn't help but root for even though she was only 12 and very small.<br/><br/>I can't wait for the next book to come out and see how the romance plays out and what the Capital has in mind for Katniss for embarassing them into declaring two winners of the Hunger Games.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25M34D55A8EU?ASIN=0439023521	You Have to Know What's Next	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">While the first chapter of the book is a little slow and gives the false illusion of being another cliche young adult sci-fi, it's essential for the remaining 95% of the book.  You fall into the character of Katniss (yes, a lame name...) and get thrown into an adventure of survival.  The plot is compelling, leaving you to wonder will she (and as other protaganists are added, they) live or die.<br/>The characters live in a world where they are under tight control of the government.  The government lives in the rich and modern capitol, enjoying both these luxuries and exercising their power through abandonment and brutality.<br/>The majority of the people live in twelve districts that each specialize in some form of production (agriculture, mining, etc.).  The districts are left with little sustinence and some are poorer than others.  Katniss resides in the twelfth district (the mining district).  Her home is one of the weakest, full of starving people and virtually no luxuries.<br/>Our protaganist is stong and determined, providing food for her family and carefully placing her trust in only her close friend Gale and her sister.<br/>The governments most flamboyant show of power is through The Hunger Games: A televised show of twenty-four people, aged twelve to eighteen, fighting to be the final victor.  To be the victor, that person must be the last one standing - with all others dead.<br/>As is predicted, Katniss lands a spot on the show.  From each district, a boy and girl is chosen.  They are randomly picked, but a person may choose to volunteer, taking one of the spots for their district.  Katniss volunteers to take the place of her sister who is randomly chosen.<br/>The boy chosen is the banker's son, Peeta, who once saved Katniss and her family from starvation by tossing her some burnt bread.  Katniss has never spoken to him but feels somehow indebted to him.<br/>The contestants are takent to the capitol, spiffed up, and left to make an impression on the audience through interviews.  The better they come off in the interview, the more likely they are to get sponsored.  Getting sponsored means that during the game, the contestants can recieve gifts to help them win.<br/>During the interview, Peeta and Katniss make an impression as Peeta declares his love for Katniss.  She believes he is only playing that up for the games, but eventually (a very distant eventually) she realizes he really has been in love with her for a very long time.<br/>The most interesting part comes at the start of the game.  You're constantly on edge waiting for someone to get stabbed in the back - literally.<br/>From here, you must read the actual book or find a reviewer generous enough to spoil the fun, because I certaintly won't.<br/>Enjoy.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XN9818BMK8FE?ASIN=0439023521	More Than Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Have you ever read a book that wiped out all your favorite books? That changed your life, your perception of the world? That you couldn't believe you hadn't read, even if it came out only four months ago? The Hunger Games is one of them (I have only had two, sorry The Book Thief, you've been demoted). Even though some readers of this wonderful book might of read it only because Stephenie Meyer put a little blurb about it on her website, I read it for a different reason. I got the idea from Ms. Meyer but didn't read it because she said it was good. I read it because it looked so unique, so interesting, too good to pass up. Oh boy I was right. I breezed through it in a day, four hours I believe, and now I am starting to regret it, mostly because there is no sequel yet, and truly I cannot bear to wait for it.<br/> The book follows a girl named Katniss Everdeen, who lives in the future. Katniss lives in the country of Panem, the ruins of North America. In Panem there are 12 ""Districts"", each of which have a specialty. Katniss, along with her mother and sister Prim, live in District 12, the coal-mining district, where they struggle to survive. Every year the Capitol (the ruling seat of Panem) holds a competition called The Hunger Games. The Hunger Games are Panem's punishment for a previous rebellion against the country that lead to the obliteration of District 13. Each district, on reaping day, sends a boy and a girl to the Games. There are therefore 24 12-to-18 year olds in all.<br/> Anyhow, on reaping day, Katniss's sister Prim's name is called. Without hesitation, Katniss volunteers to take Prim's place. Katniss and the other District 12 representative, Peeta, are sent to the Capitol. Peeta and Katniss have a past, a past they cannot erase...<br/> In the Capitol they are fed rich food, taken to interviews, and pushed around the arena in gorgeous outfits. Peeta and Katniss, supposedly under direction of their always-drunk mentor, have to pretend they are in love to win the crowd's support. There hasn't been a winner in 30 years from District 12, so one of them needs to win. When the games begin though there won't be all this luxury though. There can be only one winner of The Hunger Games, and Katniss is determined to win. But alliances must be made, foes must be fought, and loves need to be protected.<br/> I couldn't put this book down. From the first page I was drawn in and stayed there. This book wasn't as gory as I thought it would be, although the savagery is enough to make your bones chill. The characters, every last one of them, was interesting and well-thought out. I cared for them all, even Katniss in her oblivious moments. There was humor too.<br/> It is hard to explain, the feeling I got when I read this. I loved how they had to survive, how they had to stay themselves in this harsh new world. It really got me thinking, this book, about the future. It wasn't sci-fi or anything. It actually showed what our world could look like if some bad people and things came along.<br/> The Hunger Games was such an original idea. The things Suzanne Collins did to her characters were stuff they would actually do. For the first time in a long while, I actually felt as though the characters were teenagers, not adults in a teenager's body. They may seem grown-up and mean and savage, but these characters had to survive. Some of them did a great job at it, others not.<br/> And of course the romance. A love triangle, between Gale (Katniss's best friend from home), Peeta, and Katniss. I must say I like Peeta better. The Games can never be taken out of them both. It bound them together. I loved the things Peeta said. You could tell he really meant them. They made me all tingly, how much he loved her and Katniss was being an idiot and it nearly killed me. I liked Katniss, but sometimes I wanted to knock her on the head for being so stupid. She should pick Peeta.<br/> I cannot WAIT for the sequel. I need it to come out soon. Very soon. When a book like this comes around, don't pass it up. It might change you.<br/>P.S<br/>As I have read more into the Battle Royale resemblance I have discovered something. Sure, the plot sounds the same but I highly, highly doubt that Suzanne Collins saw either the movie or the book and went ""Wow. Why don't I Americanize that?"" Look at her videos people. It is all around us, the violence and obsession with TV and reality contests that inspired her. After I read THG, I went ""Wow. This is like our society, only worse, but it in maybe 150 if something goes wrong."" And anyhow, it was said that Battle Royale was like Lord of the Flies, which goes to prove that there are only a few plots. I defend Suzanne Collins in this, and I am a teenager myself. You guys shouldn't go and try to ruin it because it sounds similar. Just read it, savor it, and reflect on it. I've got to admire Ms. Collins for writing such a novel, even if she later found out it would get such non-praise. Because guess what? It is a wonderful novel in its own right, and I am proud to call it my FAVORITE book of ALL time.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RU8FHAKBQ614I?ASIN=0439023521	If you like your YA fiction dark, you will not be disappointed.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Young adult novels have always had a dark side, so to speak; a sub-genre that eschews peer pressure and turbulent relationships for death, despair, and destruction. This is not a recent trend. For every <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Death-Note/dp/142151883X"">Death Note</a> you find today, you can find an equally disturbing <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Z-for-Zachariah/dp/B000WN33YA"">Z for Zachariah</a>. While much of today's dark teen novels lean towards the supernatural, you will occasionally find one that ventures into more classical science fiction territory. Suzanne Collin's newest YA novel, The Hunger Games, does so quite successfully. The setting is grim and oppressive, the characters are desperate and hopeless, and the specter of death hangs over every page. And every page will drag the reader eagerly to the next.<br/><br/>Strong and positive female leads are important in young adult novels, and The Hunger Games has the perfect hero in Katniss Everdeen. She is tough, resolute, intelligent, and able. Yet, she still struggles with the same confused feelings and emotions that young girls need to cope with, even when not fighting to the death in a government sponsored reality show/snuff film. As she struggles to survive the deadly prime-time death match she has been unfairly thrust into, she deal not only with these typical teenage dilemmas, but also greater issues concerning government, society, morality, and honor.<br/><br/>All of this might seem like a lot for one book to handle, but Hunger Games manages to do so without coming off too preachy or instructional. Granted, the Hunger Games themselves (which are very reminiscent of previous books like Stephen King's <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Running-Man/dp/0451197968"">The Running Man</a>, or Koushun Takami's manga series <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Battle-Royale/dp/156931778X"">Battle Royale</a>), as well as the post-apocalyptic dictatorship Panem that holds the event, might not hold up under the scrutiny that hardcore science-fiction novels sometimes demand. But for a young adult science-fantasy novel like this, demanding one-hundred-percent social-political realism seems a tad unfair. What matters is that the characters and setting support the characters and subject matter, and manage to do so with the captivating suspense of any mainstream paperback thriller.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2M11368UG6AGN?ASIN=0439023521	You'll be hearing a lot about THE HUNGER GAMES in the weeks and months to come, if you haven't already	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">In my Teenreads.com review of THE SILENCED by James DeVita, I noted that we have a love of dystopian novels. I think it's because we, as humans, like to be right. We like to be able to make correlations between the conditions we see in the world and possible scenarios about how those conditions could achieve Worse Case Scenario status. It's frightening, really, that we should want to be right about that. Maybe it could be that we're glad other people (authors) seem to share our concerns about our direction --- as a civilization, as a country.<br/><br/>I admit: I'm a sucker for a good dystopian novel. In my mind, a GOOD dystopian novel doesn't settle for simply presenting a bleak set of circumstances and warning, ""This is what could happen if we don't change our ways."" A GOOD dystopian novel forces us to become emotionally invested in the people who are affected by the bleak conditions. A GREAT dystopian novel goes a step further and makes us want more. THE HUNGER GAMES by Suzanne Collins, author of the Gregor the Overlander series, falls into this category.<br/><br/>The story is set in Panem, part of what used to be North America until an epic disaster rent civilization asunder into a chaotic tailspin. Rising from the ashes is the Capitol, a nightmarish totalitarian state, and 12 Districts kept under the painful thumb of the central Capitol government. The Capitol rules ferociously after an attempt at uprising several years earlier that resulted in the obliteration of a 13th District. To keep the remaining districts in line, the Capitol devised ""The Hunger Games,"" a brutal competition for which each district must supply two ""players"" (known as tributes) between the ages of 12 and 18. The 24 tributes fight to the last person standing in a wasteland-like arena where they compete for basic survival supplies while every moment is mandatory televised viewing for all citizens.<br/><br/>When her younger sister is randomly chosen to represent their district, Katniss Everdeen volunteers to take her place. She is sent to the Capitol with her district's other tribute, a baker's son named Peeta, where they are forced to participate in a macabre pageantry (complete with make-up artists and celebrity interviews) that leads up to the deadly games themselves. Once she enters the arena, Katniss must face her murderous fellow-tributes (some have been training for years in the event they were chosen) and decide if Peeta is an ally or an enemy. However, the decision seems to be a moot point because, as the rules stand, only one of them can emerge alive from the arena.<br/><br/>Collins's dystopia is somewhat old-fashioned --- mass, seemingly uncalculated oppression --- compared to more recent entries, such as LITTLE BROTHER, which is firmly grounded in a more clearly attainable reality. But I think the old-fashioned approach is part of the charm of this book (if, indeed, you can attribute the word ""charm"" to something that offers such a grim outlook). Collins crafts a vivid, frightening world where the citizens are worked to the point of exhaustion, starved to the point of collapse, and humiliated beyond the tolerance of any sane person for the entertainment of the elite. The heart of the book is the characters. Katniss is brave and caring, Peeta is smart and smitten. Anyone can scare readers by presenting a future devoid of hope, but it takes a skilled writer to create characters we dare to hope for. Collins has accomplished just that.<br/><br/>You'll be hearing a lot about THE HUNGER GAMES in the weeks and months to come, if you haven't already. There's good reason for that. If you're like me, you have an unrelenting pile of ""to be read"" books. Take my advice: nudge this one closer to the top.<br/><br/>  --- Reviewed by Brian Farrey</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12Q0CPAG3GIN5?ASIN=0439023521	Unquestionable goodness of the Capitol	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The ""unquestionable goodness of the Capitol"" has organized the country of Panem into 12 districts to provide for the needs of all.<br/><br/>The ""Capitol"" provides food and yet everyone is hungry.<br/><br/>The ""Capitol"" provides doctors who just shrug when someone is injured and tell families to let their loved one die.<br/><br/>The ""Capitol"" provides ""peacekeepers"" to keep people safe, but no one is safe.<br/><br/>The ""Capitol"" genetically alters animals to eavesdrop and report on the populace so people school avoid ""tricky topics"" and keep their faces from showing any emotion.<br/><br/>""Criminals"" have their tongues cut out and are labeled Avox.<br/><br/>To keep the general population of Panem in their place and distract them from their misery and isolation,  the ""Capitol"" drafts two young people, a girl and a boy, between the ages of 12 and 18, as ""tributes"" from each district to fight, to the death, in an Olympics style extravaganza called the Hunger Games.  Broadcast live on television, the whole country watches and hopes for the survival of their tributes.  Alas, the rules specify that there can only be one survivor.<br/><br/>Gladiator meets Lord of the Flies meets American Idol meets Survivor.<br/><br/>The young people are fashioned and styled and interviewed on TV to maximize their appeal and encourage sponsorships.  Then the 24 kids are released into a landscape where the climate can be manipulated by the Capitol. It is kill or be killed.<br/><br/>Without a doubt this is one of the most frightening but compelling books I have ever read. Collins's writing conveys the horror of the games. We feel the characters' fear, exhaustion, and pain.  Even as they struggle to survive, the contestants are aware of the need to play to the camera.<br/><br/>The narrator is a young girl named Katniss, age 16, who is used to the woods and hunting for her famiy's food but that alone cannot save her from the others.<br/><br/>Like all good dystopian stories, there are elements of truth and echoes of reality that make readers shiver.<br/><br/>Hurry, book 2, please.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1451AW7RDWHUO?ASIN=0439023521	Great, great book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of the biggest reasons I loved this book isn't because every chapter literally ended with a sentence that made you want to keep reading or because of the romance (which is usually what wins me over, I must say). Rather, it's how deep of a level it reaches. I just finished it, so naturally there hasn't been enough time for reflection, but in these few moments, my stream of thought is going spastic. The book jacket wasn't lying--there's mystery, adventure, romance, suspense, all of that in here. And yet the substance of the novel surpasses just these box-office-hit qualities (which is all I can compare those four adjectives to).<br/><br/>The world building was fantastic. While it's quite a different land than current North America, Panem had some disturbing parallels relating to the society, especially of its higher class (the lower-number districts and the Capitol). The fixation with the sappy romance, the fact the games were more like a deadlier reality show of nowadays than anything else, the frivolousness... It was quite unnerving. So clever. Only adds another layer to this story.<br/><br/>Not many books have kept me on the edge of my seat. This plot is brilliant. Truth be told, I'm not the biggest fan of thrillers and am fine with books that employ the ""girl-next-door"" dynamics to its plot--quiet, but charming and accessible. Well, needless to say, this book is anything but quiet. But it is bewitching.<br/><br/>You know what? I'll stop. There's nothing I can say that hasn't already been said. Plus I could stay here all night. I wasn't kidding when I said my mind is going spastic with all the directions this book gives it to think things out.<br/><br/>Not recommending it to everyone though. Some really hate violence. Some really hate dystopia. I'd still give it a shot if you're one of those people, but I wouldn't specifically recommend it to you. Everyone else? Knock yourselves out. This is one of the ultimate must-reads right in front of you.<br/><br/>But in short: this book is AWESOME.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31A1F7HKBVSQ5?ASIN=0439023521	A Great Start!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Although I usually try to avoid this situation, I watched the movie before reading the book, for several reasons including not hearing much about the HG until the movie since I tend to avoid the young-adult section. However, this didn't take away from my enjoyment of either. Suzanne Collins's writing style took some getting used to for me, only focusing on one character's perspective (Katniss), amongst other reasons, but it really was difficult to put the book down much of the time, which I don't say very often.<br/><br/>One thing I didn't care for in the story was how Katniss seemed a bit too astute in her social skills, making shockingly accurate assumptions about pretty much everybody throughout the book. I don't question her maturity and hunting/survival skills, but for an anti-social, poverty-striken, traumatized, undereducated teenager she precisely guessed what people she barely knows were thinking, and stereo-typed everybody else. Due to the author's focus on only Katniss the depth of the other characters suffered, which the movie deftly avoids. I also don't buy the basic concept of Panem; it didn't seem very plausible to me and I doubt it would be able to function for even half the time that it does.<br/><br/>Because of the reasons mentioned above, as well as its predictability and deus ex machina plot devices, I would rate this book 3.5+ stars (rounding up) and admit those points are relatively minor; though they do add up. Despite all my criticisms the Hunger Games really is a great story that is vividly written and I recommend it for people in the target age group and above. Having said that; however, I think I actually liked the movie better than the book, which is something I thought I'd never say.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RP7YJ3Y5K49H3?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING!!!! Finished in 3 days!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Thrilling read indeed! Author has you hooked from the first page! With great detail you are drawn into each scene and can easily picture each setting! Absolutely love this and will be reading the entire trilogy as well as anything else from Collins!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GE8OYV84VST2?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am always late to the party but I do eventually get there.  The same with The Hunger Games.  I kept saying ""no, not interested"".  Guess what? When I finally bought the book I couldn't put it down and then the same with the other two of the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGPHUZAWAIMCF?ASIN=0439023521	Awesomeness	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Book on audio<br/><br/> If you like non-realistic books, than this is the book for you. The Hunger Games hooked my attention from the first page. It has a lot of realistic problems in the book, like sacrificing people to the capital, so that only two people from each district will have to die. This is an amazing non-realistic book. They used great detail about the fights that some of the kids had so that you can imagine the movie in your head. I really liked this book because it would never happen in real life, but it is a cool representation of the world if we had only a king and queen dictating what we did, or how we lived. The book is very similar to the movie in the fact they still had all the main points and who got killed. It was nice of them too have explained in great detail the train ride to the capital and all the fancy items that were in the train for them to eat and use. The book goes into great depth with all the descriptions of what is going on and what smells and scents are around.<br/><br/>I am a college student and love to be in the forest and hunt like the main characters. I am the type of person who loves to read thrillers, love stories, and suspense. There was so much that I could relate to in this book. I am really into books that relate to real life but isn’t fully the truth. Books that<br/><br/>exaggerate the truth are my kind of books. After the first page I couldn’t set it down because I wanted to know what was going to happen next. I was always wanting to know what happened to the people in the game and who would actually win. If you liked the Divergent series you would love The Hunger Games series as well. Over all a well-rounded, great book to read if you have the time to read it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCHMA5SMWUQCW?ASIN=0439023521	Interesting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow. Ok, I am a very fast reader, NEVER has it taken me this long to read a book. Seriously, it took an extraordinary amount of time to get through. This book is all things I am not, and what it must be like to have the brain of Suzanne Collins....<br/><br/>I guess I've been under a rock for awhile, because I knew only that I wanted to read this, didn't know what it was about or the immense hype surrounding it. Honestly it wasn't as violent as I thought it would be (or could've been), and it was totally void of foul language, which was a first for me. It was fast-paced but I had a million thoughts slowing me down: ""is this sci-fi?"", ""is this what the future could be like?"", ""is this a political statement?"", ""is this a sociopolitical statement?"", ""am I reading way more into this than I need to?"", ""wait a minute, green skin?? Maybe this is just sci-fi...."", ""nope, this is definitely a symbolic book."" And so it went for 378 pages...I read one page, then went back two more pages just to make sure I got all of the details correct (then I got to the very end where it states the book was symbolic...but of war LOL. I was still thinking about everything I learned in my college Sociology class).<br/><br/>I hate to try to add something that will put a label on the book, and the only thing I would want to convey intelligently is the depth of it. I read one review about the guide to this book, and the woman basically says if you need the book dumbed down then you probably shouldn't be reading it. I actually thought there were multiple ways to interpret it. I may not be all that deep but I was definitely left pondering issues that are, and always have been relevant in society. Well written, looking forward to the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2P3TJT6ZE3MDB?ASIN=0439023521	Great Novel for Boys and Girls	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">In The Hunger Games, the protagonist, Katniss Everdeen, volunteers herself to compete in the annual Hunger Games.  This 24-person fight to the death competition is conducted every year by the tyrannical Capitol to remind the 12 outer districts of their control and discourage rebellion (something that caused the Capitol to completely demolish district 13).  This novel is a great introduction into the social science fiction genre for the young adult community.  When we begin discussing the possibility of our future with climate change and global warming, the premise of this novel, where the expansion of the oceans force the people of North America further inland causing them to reorder their government, doesn't seem too far fetched.  As a teacher, I am always on the lookout for novels that will appeal to my male and female students, and this novel fits the bill.  For the girls there is the added interest of the underlying romantic tension between Katniss and her partner Peeta along with Katniss' conflicting feeling for a young man back home.  The boys will love the survival aspect of the novel that at times feels like guerilla warfare.  The violent scenes are done well for young readers with plenty of tension and excitement, but not a lot of unnecessary, gory descriptions.  My only warning is for the reader to remember that this is meant to be the first book in a series.  So although there are hints at a rebellion against the Capitol, this novel is meant to serve the purpose of introducing us to characters and the world in which they must survive.  In other words, you will definitely be left wanting more at the end of the novel, which is a good thing.  All in all, I'd highly recommend this novel to my own students.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GAWABJE7AENT?ASIN=0439023521	Let the Hunger Games begin	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Okay well i love Katniss and Peta and think they should be together.<br/>So Katniss is chosen to be the girl contender for the annual Hunger Games where the 13 districts compete to the death. This is a post apactaliptic novel. So Katniss is chosen as the girl contender and Peta as the boy contender. I know""OH NO"". So the districts meet up in Capital and meet the others. Oh and you can only be chosen if your between the ages of 12-18. SO there are 12 year olds in here. They train for the battle and Katniss and Peta's Trainer guy that helps them along is always drunk and passed out. They don't think they have any chance of winning. They have a challenge type thing were they show judges their skills and get points 1-12 on how well they did.Katniss is the best on bow. Lets just say Katniss got an 11! So based on this score you get sponsers. Sponsers help you throughtout the games like sendsing you food or medicine. As the games begin there is a huge caticomb in the middle of a feild that has all sorts of weapons. Katniss runs toward it to get a bag that was left off to the side. She almost got killed. So as the games continue. She meets Rue a 12 year old girl and they stick together. I'll let you find out what happenes. An annoncer comes on air and says two contenders are allowed to win the hunger games from the same district. Katniss automatically looks for Peta. They stick together and pretend they are in love to make sponsers suppot them. They end up the last two people and then the announcer revokes the rule that two contenders could win. Katniss and peta say they can't live without one another so they are about to take poisoned berries when the announcer says they both win. The Capital is angry with them now.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AEEPYC0WP5D8?ASIN=0439023521	Good Writing, but a little shallow	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A book about a bunch of kids killing each other? Last one standing wins? I began reading with a bit of skepticism, but the unusual present tense gave the story a sense of immediacy and quickly drew me in. I enjoyed Collins's language, jarringly sparse in the action scenes and beautifully descriptive and symbolic at the rare moments of lull. Fast-paced and actioned packed.<br/><br/>However, while containing deeper and better developed characters than Twilight, the story was still at its core surprisingly shallow for modern YA, which is supposed to appeal to adults as well as teens. The main character Katniss, while not happy with her situation, never bothers to question it or consider how things could be different. While survival is naturally the number one thing on her mind, her inability to look past it to what could be made her very unlikable for me. Also, the fact that Katniss set out ready and willing to kill anyone who stood in the way of her winning made me stop caring whether she lived or died. If she had started out with the intention of just watching and waiting, biding her time while the others duked it out, I would have liked her a lot better. I also didn't quite buy her angst at the end. She just survived the hunger games, and all she can think about is whether to like Pita or the other guy. That didn't seem consistent with her character and her ability to fake almost anything. Overall, I tend to like more uplifting books, anyway, so I'm probably not the target audience.<br/><br/>That being said, however, the novel is perfect for an adrenaline junkie and a fast read. The world is carefully crafted but not obtrusively so, and I felt right in the middle of the action. A great start to the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R107P15EJZCC3V?ASIN=0439023521	Thrilling, engaging, tense, AMAZING!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games By Suzanne Collins is an amazing book that starts and pulls you straight into a world where a Capital has been raised from the ruins of North America. The capital made 12 districts that live in fear, once every year The Hunger Games are held, a live TV show where 24 contestants, a boy and girl (between the ages of 12-18) from each district fight to the death. We follow Katniss from district 12, a girl who is a hunter and knows how to survive at all costs. But she soon realizes she may have to rely on more than her skills to survive<br/><br/>  The book is intelligent, heat pounding, and suspense filled. The main character is very realistic and easy to follow. She is a strong female character that doesn't  need a boy to help her. The beginning of the book is slow and it takes time to paint a picture of the world these characters live in. You learn exactly how Katniss came to be such a good hunter and the live she lives in a district ruled by a capital. When she gets picked and whisked away to the capital the book picks up and you are trust into a world of lies and betrayal. Once the Games begin I recommend you either take a break or get ready for a long read because the rest of the book is a wild ride that sends you in different directions action scenes and game twists. There is something for everyone, action and lots of it, a spark of sci-fi, a love triangle (but nothing sappy or cliche). Teens, both boy and girls can love it, as well as adults. I very Highly recommend you read it.<br/><br/>A<br/><br/>P.S A movie is in pre-production and could be an amazing movie if they just have the right cast and scrip. If im not wrong the writer is helping with the scrip so look out for the next huge thing!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CPRBR5BGHY9G?ASIN=0439023521	Best New Series I Have Read in a Long Time	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I stumbled across this book when I first got my Kindle.  I immediately downloaded and read it.  In fact, it was so good that I stalked the sequel, checking nearly every day until they made it available as an ebook.<br/><br/>THE GOOD:<br/>-Katniss is a strong likeable character.  She is unique and fierce with a depth of character I have rarely seen.<br/>-All of the other character are just as good and distinct.<br/>-The plot and relationships are completely unpredictable, and kept me turning pages--the most into a book I have been since the Inheritance Trilogy (Eragon).<br/>-The next book in the series was not anticlimactic like so many are--built on and deepened the plot.<br/><br/>THE BAD:<br/>-The Capitol is a bit one-dimensional.  Why do they oppress the people?  Just because they like the power, or are corrupt, or honestly think they are doing the right thing?  This is never explained, and we just see the Capitol as the indistinct ""bad guy"".  Of course, more detail could show up in the third book.<br/><br/>CONCLUSION:<br/>The book is an amazing read, one I have read three times in the last eight months, and that I intend to read again right before the third book comes out.  I would recommend it to anyone, no matter the age group or genre preference.<br/><br/>*CONTENT*<br/>Sexual:  There is some romance, but no real sexual content--nothing past kissing.  In this area, it is appropriate to any age group that can read.<br/>Violence:  By its very nature there is violence and killing.  It is not overly descriptive--any more than necessary, and it acknowledges the wrongness of killing.  I tend to have trouble with gory or scary books, but this one did not bother me.  I would recommend it to teens and up.<br/>Language:  There is no profanity that I can think of.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DOK7O76NJ90J?ASIN=0439023521	great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this a great book it talks about romance staying alive and of corse hardships . its action packed and i cant wait to read the rest of series p.s if discouraged by the movie at least reed the first fifty pages who knows maybe you'll love this series</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZNW17830GSRJ?ASIN=0439023521	Intense and sad	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Katniss is a volunteer tribute for her sister prim and her soon to be lover is a tribute as well their are some parts where I so overwhelmed by emotions and have to take a sec to just calm down it was a very gruesome at times and sad as well thanks</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GVAHWDWG0PCY?ASIN=0439023521	i don`t now wht to say..... this book is amazing!!!!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i couldn't put it down! i was on a countdown ever since they announced that it was going to be a movie. This book is my favorite in the trilogy. I am currently on a countdown until Catching Fire comes out..... 7 months and 18 days..... and counting</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2J4UH0K2VUCHY?ASIN=0439023521	A must read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not put this book down. It's the kind of book you stay up way past your bedtime reading and then make time to read in the middle of the day. I read the second book in the trilogy even faster than this one. Highly addictive reading material!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28J53G4XNOM3R?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Absolutely loved this book, did not want it to end but could not wait to read the next one in the series once it did! This is the type of book you find yourself sitting and reading for hours because you just can't put it down - highly recommended!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JN5N6QUJE310?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games Trilogy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Have you been caught up in the hype about the Hunger games trilogy? You should be. The series is a well written, disturbing saga of the dystopian world of Panem, whose totalitarian Capital controls it's twelve districts with harsh and cruel practices. The major device is the annual Hunger Games for which each district sends a male and female tribute to fight to the death. In return for participating in the games, food and other supplies are made available to the districts.<br/><br/>The disturbing heart of the saga brings you to face the cost of survival. What are you willing to do to secure survival for yourself, for your family unit, individual family members and other human beings. Suzanne Collins' characters face this question on every page of the three novels. Her flawed characters don't always make the decision you want. The pace is so fast for both the characters and you the reader that bad choices are bound to happen.<br/><br/>The trilogy is a painful illustration of Lord Acton's quote, ""Power corrupts; absolute power corrupts absolutely."" This concept of absolute corruption drives Collins' plot, keeping the reader thinking, it can't get any worse than this, only to find it does. It makes the books hard to put down and opens the door for sleepless nights.<br/><br/>History shows dictators always forget how strong the will to survive is in humans. It can be harnessed for a time, but it will break through eventually. And even in the most tightly controlled regimes there are cracks that can be exploited.<br/><br/>Although the saga comes to a true conclusion, it didn't bring me peace. The Hunger Games trilogy is a beautiful and ugly depiction of the human spirit. It's not for the faint at heart.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MEE5H2PHU16K?ASIN=0439023521	Very Compelling Read, even outside your genre	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This review is for the Kindle version.  I purchased this title because the book has received so much chatter that as a writer-in-training, I had to know what all the buzz was about.  Was it as good as the zillions of people said?<br/><br/>I'm very persnickety about fiction and it is rare that I come across a book that is difficult to put down.  And frankly, I'd never even heard of ""dystopian fiction"" before this book.<br/><br/>There's a bit of a catch-22 in reading much-hyped books.  You go into it expecting to be served pure gold. While I wouldn't say it was pure gold, I will say it is an excellent book.  It was good for a number of reasons:<br/><br/>1.  It was very relevant in a time when our world seems to be careening out of control. Yet even in the aftermath of catastrophic times, these characters take hard times and put them into a sense of order and still live by a code.<br/>2.  I have never been a fan of 1st person POV but found the lead character extremely engaging and barely even noticed that it wasn't my usual POV style.<br/>3.  This book makes you think--the surest sign of a high quality novel, in my opinion.  Books you read and forget about two hours later are published in the thousands.  This book has you pondering and making comparisons throughout.<br/>4.  This book instantly shut off my internal editor.  Unfortunately, with most books I read I can't shut off my internal editor.  In the case of The Hunger Games, my internal editor was never even given a chance to kick in. 8-)<br/>5.  It leaves me with questions.  What will happen to the characters after the story's close?  You can't help but wonder.<br/><br/>Even if you don't read YA, Sci-Fi, or dystopian fiction generally, I can assure you that you will definitely enjoy this read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUCGW8Q1XAETN?ASIN=0439023521	An action novel for people who hate action novels.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is rare that a book with the relentless pace of this one can hold my interest. Ironically, it's usually the quiet, emotional moments that keep me turning pages, rather than than the fast paced action people are generally referring to when they call a book a 'page-turner'. Despite my usual tastes, I think I ended up loving this book so much not because the action scenes were just that well-written, but because the narrative never loses sight of the emotional stakes for Katniss. Often in such books, if a character is in a life-or-death situation, the author doesn't feel the need to show you why these events matter--its just taken for granted that of course the character doesn't want to die, doesn't want their loved ones to die. And though survival is at the center of this novel, the emotional stakes are always high as well. Plus the emotional landscape is varied--often writers will attempt to do what I just described by picking one person the protagonist cares for, and repeatedly throwing in lines about how much they love them. This would have been easy to do with Katniss's sister, but her love for Prim is shown through Katniss' actions, rather than limited only to throwaway lines. And there are many other people she cares about, in different ways. This is all conveyed expertly despite, or perhaps because of, the fact that the narrative is mostly action, not dialogue, description, or internal monologue.<br/><br/>I won't describe the plot because I think everyone knows that. I just to encourage people who don't generally like action/adventure type stories to read this book, because it is so much more than just a thrilling and suspenseful story. But it is that, too, so action fans will enjoy it as well.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FSUFUOA5NRQB?ASIN=0439023521	Can't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have been a reader since I was very young. I enjoy all genres. The Hunger Games is well written ""on the edge"" book. The action never stops. I fell in love with the characters from Katness to Haymitch. Gale, Rue, Cinna, and of course, with Peeta.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZP5XFQK4OB7A?ASIN=0439023521	Great story, very well written	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Don't let the popularity of this series fool you into thinking that it is anything  like the Twilight series. The Hunger Games is well written and does not read like young adult fiction. It's a story of bravery that you will not want to put down.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TKL9SHVUYP8?ASIN=0439023521	Running Man Meets Survivor	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought The Hunger Games trilogy last year. Then the books got stacked up and forgot about having them. Knowing that the movie starring Jennifer Lawrence was about to come out, I took a slight break from my review piles and opened the first book. It was late at night, I was tired, and I was not planning to read very much. Well, I ended up reading about half of the book, as I was caught up in the futuristic, weird world of Panem, which strangely resembles the real world. The story is told from the point of view of sixteen-year-old Katniss Everdeen (What a name!) who volunteers to take her sister's (Prim) place in the annual Hunger Games that the Capital holds. There were once 13 Districts in Panem, and the 13th rebelled against the Capital. After the 13ths were vanquished, the Capital decided to punish the other districts with the Hunger Games. Each year one male and one female (between the ages of 12 to 16) from each district are randomly chosen to participate in the games which only has one main rule, fight to the death.<br/><br/>  Katniss is well aware that she volunteered for a death sentence. She is great hunter, thanks to her late father, and is an expert with a bow and arrows. She has much better chance of surviving than her other District 12 constant, Peeta - the son of a baker. With the guidance by District 12's only winner, Haymitch, who somewhat trains them before they are tossed into a forest like arena. Airing on Live TV, the 24 contestants must fight to the death.<br/><br/>  The Hunger Games reminds me of the Running Man by Richard Bachman (A.K.A. Stephen King), but with teenagers. Suzanne Collin's narration is wonderfully crafted with a slight razor edge to it.  As a reader, I was instantly hooked into the story and felt for Katniss as she struggled to survive in the violent arena. Considering all the reality TV rage in our culture, we are not to far from this violent entertainment. That is a scary thought! The Hunger Games is targeted for the Young Adult market, but the book is written for a mature reader. The control that the Capital has over the Districts mirrors our current government as they try to control the public. The book is violent, not graphic, but I would not recommend it to younger readers. I absolutely loved the book and I recommend it for older readers.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2J01RR6IZQM53?ASIN=0439023521	Kinda boring. Writing's pretty bad.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The premise of the books is fine. The present tense writing is pretty good. I liked all the characters, and even the bad guys didn't sound so bad, but possibly because I knew what was at stake for everyone. Even the government didn't seem so bad.<br/><br/>What I had a problem with was the tedious and boring description, right on into the end of the book. The scenes of her hunting and eating wild animal made me want to scream because the author covered those things for most of the book.<br/><br/>The most egregious about the writing was the flashback or paragraphs of description in the middle of action scenes that literally stopped the action.<br/><br/>Then the pages upon pages of description or character thoughts that bored me to death and did nothing but to fill the page because nothing was really happening. I particularly disliked the part when Katniss took us through many pages of how her sister, Prim, got a goat. I skipped all of that. There were many times when the description was merciless and boring and tedious that I skipped just to get to something that was happening.<br/><br/>The way this books is written, the actual Hunger Games in the book seems pretty boring! There were times where katniss was miraculously spared or saved by someone else instead of getting out of the situation by herself. That was annoying.<br/><br/>My other problem was the stereotype of the two black characters in the book, Thrash and Rue. In the author's attempt to portray them as sympathetic characters, she let lazying writing take over and start writing stereotypes of characters. Really, Thrash can't say two grammatically correct sentences! This goes to the stereotype of all blacks are uneducated. Rue who likes to swing in trees. I guess because all blacks are monkeys. The blacks in their district being whipped - like slaves, I guess. You wouldn't pick up on this SUBTLE stereotypes unless you've had to deal with them your whole life. There were others that I picked up on. Katniss is from an equally poor district, but she, Peeta, and Gale all speak perfectly well. Now, this might be intentional on the author's part and in later books we might find out that Rue's and Thrash's district is mistreated by the government and they have lesser education and are intentionally treated like second class citizens, then I can take the stereotypes, but if that's true then this is something that needs to be explained in THIS book and not a later books because right now the author looks like a lazy-writing, borderline racist fool in my eyes. Harsh, I know, but really.<br/><br/>Lastly, this book didn't compel me to want to read the other books in the series so I'm saying good-riddance to katniss and peeta and gale. The writing in this book was not that good and I can't take it for two more books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24V8QLVXQZ9TQ?ASIN=0439023521	View Point from a 36 Year Old Male Reader	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I should first admit that I pride myself on usually avoiding what's popular when it comes to books. I don't like to read what everyone else is reading, but I gave into The Hunger Games because I got tired of everyone asking if I'd read it. It was definitely a quick read that I finished in about four days. I thought the build-up to the actual games was interesting, and once the games got started I was hooked. I haven't seen the movie, but I probably will now.<br/><br/>For those who bash the books for their brutality, this is one situation where you should really read the books for themselves.  The fight and ""killing"" scenes are not very descriptive - kids see worse on television. In fact, that was my main problem with the book - it's a bit too tween when it comes to details and is written in an extremely passive manner - ""I did this. I went here. It was scary so I did this. I think this will happen next.""<br/><br/>There are even long passages where nothing is happening at all, and Katniss (the lead female) even says the Capital will create mayhem just to push the players closer together in hopes of something happening. It definitely needed more mayhem.  While the reader is forced to ordeal pages and pages of a blossoming romance and Katniss cares for her injured counterpart, other players are being killed out of sight and we never get details about them at all. In fact, most of the 24 players remain nameless which is fine since it'd be difficult to keep up with them anyway.<br/><br/>The overall theme is what's more important. You have to appreciate what Collins has to say about war and starvation and the sad entertainment value of it all. Like the inhabitants of Panem, we are forced to listen to stories about war and dying every day.  You can't turn on the TV today and avoid it. It's been a part of everyday life of most of the teenagers who this book is targeted to since the day they were born. And just look at the billions we spend on the Olympics every four years! I totally got the author's intention here and it's the only reason I give this book 4 stars.<br/><br/>The book lost momentum for me after a while, but I did finish it.  The ending is predictable and a bit too cliche for me.  After I was done, I found I didn't really care about the characters and though I will probably read them, I had no immediate desire to pick up the next one. But it's easy to see why there is so much hype about this book today - for the good and bad reasons. And that's why I wanted to read it and you should too - find out and judge for yourself.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PI2XL26KBG1T?ASIN=0439023521	I Really Wanted to Hate This Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The premise: A sadly derivative attempt to cast Bachman's (King's) creepy and magnificent <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Long-Walk/dp/B002SAUCBC"">The Long Walk</a> into the era of Reality TV; instead of getting voted off the island, they kill each other for the delight of the debauched viewers. Yawn. The protagonist is a teen girl (chick-lit... check) in a post-apocalyptic (future-fiction... check) world of oppression and want (depression-vibe... check) who feeds her family by hunting illegally (teen-empowerment, defiance, girl-power AND self-reliance... checkmate). It sounded like a rundown of current publishing trends - all that were missing were werewolves and tattoos. Wait - The Capital people all have tatts and body-mods. Sigh. Check. It seemed more formulaic than Tums and about as appealing.<br/><br/>I have rarely been more wrong, and more happy to BE wrong. Collins has a fresh and compelling voice and a brilliant sense of when and where to foreshadow or reveal. Some of the twists are a bit transparent, but the characters are rich and constantly evolve throughout the novel. Her use of the unexpected and the tight, taut pace she sets drags you into the world in a way few current authors manage. Her portrayals of Peeta and Gale skirt the edge of harlequin-hero but always veer sharply back to rock-solid character development just shy of it. These, along with Haymitch, are not flimsy set-piece guys for the teen-chick to pine over; they are as self-motivated and complex as Katniss herself - something exceedingly rare in books with teen female leads.<br/><br/>The heroine is complicated and compelling. The visually-rich landscape created in each scene is gripping and vivid - to the point I really hate that there is a movie coming to ruin my inner vision of Katniss' world. When I was within 500 Kindle locations (a few hours reading) of the end, I literally could not turn off the Kindle. I look forward to devouring the rest of the series (I am halfway through Catching Fire) and whatever new dish Collins cooks up for her next venture. I am confident it will be quite a ride.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2D7GBVET8FB0V?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent Read, Very Creative and Imaginative	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read some of the one-star reviews and I was absolutely compelled to write a review. Let me start by saying that I am the kind of person that, if you tell me a book or a movie is sooo good, that almost guarantees that I will probably never see it. And in the off chance that I do, it's been so built up in my mind that it could never live up to its expectations. I had that experience with this book (and the series) only something very strange happened. This book far exceeded my expectations! I was very reluctant to read it, given its celebrity status, but on the recommendation of a very trustworthy friend, I picked up The Hunger Games on a Friday and finished Mockingjay by the following Friday. Being a lover and a writer of fiction myself, I was engaged and moved at various points throughout these books. Some say that there is a back story missing, I have no idea where they are getting that from- most characters are developed to the point where you can actually see them while you are reading and form an emotional bond with them. I would absolutely say that this book is a perfect storm of 1984 and V for Vendetta (two works of art that I love!) and I have no reservations saying that.<br/><br/>I'm not going to get into the plot because I think the description of the story speaks for itself. But I do want to comment on those people who are criticizing Collins' grammar - see the beauty of a writer is that you are allowed to find your own voice and your own style. She has done that, beautifully might I add. I am actually a real stickler for grammatical errors and typos and they have actually been enough to make me put down a book, pick up a red pen and correct it myself. Collins' works are nothing like that, she has a style not unlike her contemporaries, and therefore there is something very familiar in the way that she tells the story.<br/><br/>If you take issue with these books, perhaps you should look within yourself  and ask ""Am I a book snob?"" If the answer is yes, then please, get over yourself and get lost in a wonderful work of fiction! It's there for your enjoyment, so please, enjoy!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2A2X2NXUT3UVW?ASIN=0439023521	"New & Improved YA ""Survivor"" Video Game Dystopian Novel"	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The ""Hunger Games"" - reflects the current generation's love of reality shows - a la ""Survivor,"" their ""video game"" mentality, and need for instant gratification, and blends it with classic dystopian novels: ""Fahrenheit 451,"" ""The Giver,"" ""The House of the Scorpion,"" ""1984,"" and arguably one of the best, ""Brave New World.""<br/>So now what we have is a ""new and improved"" post-apocalyptic YA novel (I'll leave it to you if it is fiction or not). The novel is well developed; the plot is tense, gritty, and engrossing. Collins's characters are completely realistic and sympathetic as they form alliances and friendships in the face of overwhelming odds. Although we all can agree that the premise of the killings is somewhat objectionable and/ or disturbing; however, so was it in Jackson's ""The Lottery"" or the sexual relationships in Atwood's ""The Handmaid's Tale.""  Still, without question, the book is very good; I would teach it in my junior or senior classes in a heartbeat! (That's a great way to ruin a good book!)<br/><br/>  The ""Hunger Games"" - there is little left to say that has not already been said!  Being an English teacher (sorry about that), I have long been interesting in books that get students reading. In the late 90's, the ""Harry Potter"" series began to set the reading world on fire; I was enthralled with that series when I saw families carrying a Potter book and even talking about the book!  Some minor series followed onto the YA horizon, and then later came the ""Twilight"" series which got readers reading by moonlight. Now, it is the ""Hunger Games"" series which is sweeping the nation. Although I am not promoting ""The Reading Games,"" just anything that promotes reading is good!<br/><br/>  America has collapsed, weakened by drought, fire, famine, and war, to be replaced by Panem, a country divided into the Capitol and 12 districts. Each year, two young representatives from each district are selected by lottery (a tip of the hat to Shirley Jackson) to participate in The Hunger Games.  The Games are a mixture of entertainment, propaganda, and a form of mental intimidation of the subjugated districts; the televised games are broadcasted throughout Panem as the 24 participants are forced to eliminate their competitors, literally, with all citizens required to watch. When 16-year-old Katniss's young sister, Prim, is selected, Katniss volunteers to take her place. She and her male counterpart, Peeta, the son of the town baker, will be pitted against bigger, stronger representatives. The pages turn faster as the book progresses. Sarah, a friend of mine, said it best: ""I struggled to put this down. Though everyone told me how good it was, I just didn't expect to be as enthralled as I was.""</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JL7Z4O39R3D4?ASIN=0439023521	Flawed, but interesting.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Positive:<br/>This book incorporates a number of tropes from a number of very interesting previous works.  The game feels an awful lot like The Truman Show in its production and distribution.  Shirley Jackson's short story ""The Lottery"" seems to have inspired the selection process.  While this may seem a negative, it shows an ability for Collins to take used tropes and reinvent them for her own purposes.  The descriptive language is not overwrought and for the most part she avoids awkward societal elements that would come across as unbelievable.  It is daring in it's presentation of violence acted out by and acted upon adolescents.<br/><br/>The Negative:<br/>The first, and perhaps the biggest flaw of this work, is that the daring presentation of violence acted out by and acted upon adolescents seems to lend itself more toward playing up the romantic aspects of the novel rather than focusing on the delivery of a deeper theme.  Though the main character talks much about the psychological and emotional aspects to the flawed societal construct, the author misses the opportunity to make the story a true commentary on human nature, and rather makes the story a commentary on the confused notions of adolescent romantic notions.  The book begins to bear a disturbing resemblance to Survivor, or Big Brother.  There are times when the story telegraphs too clearly coming plot twists.  There are changes in the game that feel like soft plot manipulation and the end of the story does an emotional hairpin turn that fails to provide a sense of cohesion between the ending of the story and the vast majority of its plot line.<br/><br/>In Closing:<br/>A worth-while read with some minor flaws.  I'm looking forward to reading the next two in the series.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6V5LKRNO44LL?ASIN=0439023521	Flat Out Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book had me at: ""When I wake up, the other side of the bed is cold."" This is a book I had meant to savor and read a bit each night, but the absolute phenomenal writing of Suzanne Collins would not allow me to do so. I read it in a day. On my birthday. My husband gave it to me as a gift before he left for work. Reading here and there, in between my celebrating, it was done with-in an hour of going to bed.<br/>I love the strong female character that is Katniss. I love the uncertainty she has, the strength she displays, and her beauty of which she is unaware.<br/><br/>The book takes place in post-apocalyptic America.  The new country is divided into twelve districts with a capitol that lies somewhere in the Rockies. There was a 13th district but it was obliterated by the capitol in a show of force and a squashing of a rebellion. In order to keep a tight reign on the people of the twelve districts, the capitol keeps them hungry and afraid; by watching, listening, and rewarding informants. They also have a ""game"" (called ""the Hunger Games"") every year in which two children from each district must participate. It is a last man standing version of our ""Survivor"", minus the fancy rewards and immunity idols. Katniss is chosen to participate and we follow her in this game throughout the book.<br/><br/>I was struck afterwards thinking about our own reality shows and how far are we, really, from having a reality show like The Hunger Games? How far are we from allowing the government to monitor our every move, purchase, and thought? Our government already has a hand in our food supply allowing it to be genetically modified and adding chemicals to supposedly make it safer when all they really do is cause problems and side effects. Ok- enough of the soap box.<br/><br/>Read the book. Read the book especially if you are a fan of ""The Walking Dead"" television series, ""The Road"" <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Road-Oprah-s-Book-Club/dp/0307387895"">The Road (Oprah's Book Club)</a> a book by  Cormac McCarthy, and if you like ""Call of Duty: Black Ops Zombies"". <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Call-of-Duty-Black-Ops/dp/B003JVKHEQ"">Call of Duty: Black Ops</a></span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1A6I7R1B2LK9R?ASIN=0439023521	Wow! A must-read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I avoided reading ""The Hunger Games"" for so long because I had no desire to get all wrapped up in another popular mainstream trilogy. However, I finally caved in to peer pressure from my friends, and also figured I'd better read the book now before the film adaptation that's due out next year spoils the story for me. Well, I started reading the book last night and I just finished it today. It was one of those fabulous books that captivated me from page one all the way to the end...and I cannot wait to start reading the second book in the trilogy as soon as I am done writing this review!<br/><br/>""The Hunger Games"" is set in what used to be North America. The world has gone to total hell, and the country of Panem consists of a wealthy Capitol surrounded by twelve outlying districts, many of which are in extreme poverty. This is not a democracy by any sense of the imagination. People struggle for food and the barest of necessities, and worry about getting in trouble (or killed) by the government over the stupidest things. District 12 is an especially poor area, and sixteen-year-old Katniss Everdeen risks her life every day illegally hunting for food to feed her mother and her younger sister. However, nothing Katniss has ever faced prepares her for the horrors that the Hunger Games have in store for her. Each year, the Capitol draws two childrens' names from each of the twelve districts. These young people, ranging in age from twelve to eighteen, are forced to participate in the Hunger Games...an event billed as a sort of Olympics by the Capitol but really just consists of two dozen kids being thrown into a horrible set of circumstances and forced to kill each other. Unfortunately, Katniss gets to experience all of this firsthand, and this book tells her story.<br/><br/>I couldn't put the book down. It is absolutely fabulous...very suspenseful and exciting. I haven't been this wrapped up in a book in a long time, and now all I can think about are these characters and what's going to happen to them in the next installment of the series.<br/><br/>One thing I will say is that although this is marketed as a book for young adults, it is SUPER intense and violent, so parents should definitely read it beforehand to see if it's suitable for their children. But, if your kid can handle the darker books in the Harry Potter series, they should have no problem with this.<br/><br/>Bottom line: get this book! Immediately! Now if you'll excuse me, I'm off to start reading ""Catching Fire.""</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28VFGV16JCA1M?ASIN=0439023521	Thunderdome meets reality TV	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Mel Gibson's third ""Mad Max"" movie threw the viewers into a post-apocalyptic gladiator duel and introduced the ominous cheer, ""Two men enter, one man leaves!""  Suzanne Collins ""The Hunger Games"" takes that savage vision of the future one step further into deeper, darker territory.<br/><br/>Also set in a not-too-distant future, ""The Hunger Games"" takes place in a world recovering from civil war.  The victors, whose Capitol lies in the Rocky Mountains, keep the losing survivors under their thumb through a wicked combination of rigid economic controls, borderline starvation, and the Hunger Games.  The victors, flush with the spoils of war and living off the labors of the defeated, are a jaded bunch.  Their biggest thrill comes from watching a televised ""most dangerous game"" tournament where 24 ""tributes,"" two teenagers from each of 12 districts of the defeated, fight to the death.  The Hunger Games, like The Long Walk, are a national obsession - like our ""Survivor"" on V (for the ""True Blood"" fans out there).<br/><br/>District 12's female tribute is Katniss Everdeen.  A lithe hunter but far from a juggernaut, Katniss has volunteered to save her family.  Once into the Games, Katniss is subjected to the tortures (both intentional and unintentional) of the Games.  For victory in the Games is not dependent solely upon your ability to survive, but also to win over the crowd as the viewers can participate in the Games by ""sponsoring"" contestants with vital gifts - from parcels of food and water to medicine and weapons.<br/><br/>For, as Katniss realizes as she fights for her life, the Games are not about her - they are about the viewers.<br/><br/>""The Hunger Games"" is a book for our times.  It serves as a much-needed, powerful indictment of our culture of celebrity and voyeurship.  Given its dark plot, Collins has left the violence largely to the reader's imagination - despite some cruel moments, this is not a gruesome book that should be kept in the dark reaches of the bookstore.  Much darker than the ""Percy Jackson"" series, I grant you, but if you've got a kid who made it through ""The Deathly Hallows"" without nightmares, they'll do just fine with ""The Hunger Games.""</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LP4II5EHO41M?ASIN=0439023521	The best . . . and worst . . . of humanity	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I both loved and hated this book.  I hated what it had to say about the depths of depravity to which humans are capable of sinking; but I loved it's representation of the individual's ability to overcome adversity.<br/><br/>This is one of the best books I've read in a very long time.  It's fast paced, with excellent narration that ""rings true,"" even though it is set in a future dystopia.  The world of the Hunger Games is cast as ""our"" future, striking a perfect balance between the familiar and the alien.<br/><br/>The important characters are well developed, but the reader isn't beaten about the head and shoulders with long, pace-slowing narrative passages.  Ms Collins tells us what we need to know as we go, without resorting to the kinds of tricks lesser authors often use.<br/><br/>Peeta, the 16 year old protagonist, grabbed me in the first few pages with her direct, open style of narration.  She isn't a perfect character - she has her flaws - but the way she takes care of her little sister, ultimately offering her own life to save her, is more than just endearing.  The reader falls in love with her.  She is strong, smart, and amazingly capable, able to think like her opponents, but ultimately unable to read others' feelings for her.  This is not a fatal flaw, but it certainly does make her character more interesting!<br/><br/>Supporting characters are equally well crafted; each provided just enough back story to make them real enough for the story's purposes, and always from the limited perspective of the teen narrator.  None of the characters is a stereotype, and many of them turn out to be more - or less - than they seem.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games defies categorization.  Though it is labeled ""young adult fiction,"" it has powerful appeal for older adults.  Typed as ""science fiction"" and ""fantasy,"" it also fits into the ""action/adventure"" genre.  Some have even called it a ""romance novel,"" though it would appeal to even the most romance-averse reader.  In short, Ms Collins seems to have created her own category.<br/><br/>The author doesn't preach to her audience, but this book has much to teach about the human condition.  I strongly recommend it for teens and adults, but would advise caution with children 12 and younger.  Some of the book's events are brutal and disturbing; possibly too disturbing for some children.  Read the book first, and ask yourself if your child is more like Peeta or Prim.  You will have your answer.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIVXZHC3IA9PE?ASIN=0439023521	Flawed, yet still fun	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was curious about this book as it appears to be the next ""big"" trilogy due to its being adapted into a movie (ala ""Harry Potter"" and ""Twilight""). From reading about it, I was interested, but cautious, as its premise seems rather familiar to those who have read or seen the Japanese classic ""Battle Royale,"" in which the government picks a group of school children to fight to the death as a way to keep the populace in line. ""Hunger Games"" has a very similar plot, taking place in a post global warming world where what is left of North America has been renamed and split into twelve (once thirteen) districts, who must submit a boy and girl to the annual fight to the death called The Hunger Games as a reminder for them not to try to rebel again.<br/>Despite constantly reminding me of ""Battle Royale,"" (and the movie of ""A Clockwork Orange"" with the weird Capitol outfits)the book did suck me in, and I very much wanted to keep reading. However, after thinking about it for a bit, I think it is more the ideas than the actual execution of the book that kept me interested. The writing itself is not very mature. It has many fragmented sentences that I would re-read, trying to find out where the rest of it was because it was incomplete. It is also written in the first person, which is currently very popular for young adult and fantasy/supernatural books whose intended audience is female. This first person account can be interesting, but is also one to be careful with- it is very easy to make the protagonist seem superficial and whiny to the point of annoyance. I didn't feel this too often about Katniss, except when it came to the relationship with Peeta. This relationship, which strengthened the book in some areas (especially at the end of the Hunger Games), also was one of the weakest areas. I wanted to roll my eyes every time Katniss would think about having to pretend ""to be madly in love."" It simply got old, and fast.<br/>I do plan on reading the next two books because they are fun and the first ended in a place that really made me want to start the second right away. Yet, I hope that the actual writing gets better, so that Collins' ideas can be better expressed.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1F2ML2DI7NKE?ASIN=0439023521	An Absolute Must Read for All Ages	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book got so many good reviews, I couldn't ignore it anymore. For a long time, I tried resisting YA lit, but it's just so impossible. YA has so many amazing titles. This one is no exception, it was amazing. Disturbing, but amazing. As the beginning of a trilogy, this book does not disappoint. It does what the first book in a trilogy should do, make you want more. It's so fantastic, I spend a whole day reading it (from about 10%) and when it was over, I went to Amazon and bought the other two books in the trilogy and immediately started reading Catching Fire when it was delivered to my Kindle. It was that good. I've not done that in a very long time and I would venture to say that this book, The Hunger Games, is the best book I've read for leisure in a very long time. Okay, okay, so, enough gushing.<br/><br/>The crew:<br/><br/>The characters, I loved them. They're so believable, you can't help but love them--Katniss, Peeta, Gale, Primrose &amp; Rue, Thresh, Cinna &amp; Portia, even Effie and Haymitch!  Katniss Everdeen, the narrator, is a wonderful character. You don't always like her, or her choices, and there are moments when you'll want to scream at her to open her eyes and see what's right in front of her face. The fact that she doesn't always see what's right there, or the subtext going on between the other characters, is what makes her believable. It's what makes her human and likable. She has emotions and you see them clearly in her reactions to what's happening. Suzanne Collins is so good she makes the reader able to see things through Katniss's eyes, and from Katniss's perspective, that Katniss herself is missing. It takes one very capable author, with a clear understanding of what she's doing, to pull that off.<br/><br/>The other characters are all fantastic too, but I think I want to talk about Gale and Peeta here. In her interactions and relationships with Gale and Peeta, you can see that Katniss is very much a sixteen year old girls. She misses things, she makes assumptions that someone with more years wouldn't make, she suffers a great deal of conflict where these two guys are concerned. You can't help but root for her, and for them, even though she can't end up with both of them. You feel her attraction to Gale, even if she denies that there's anything romantic between them.  You feel her conflict about Peeta, the boy with the bread. I admit, though, that I love a good love triangle!  This is a good love triangle.  Both Peeta and Gale are desirable, in different ways, and in her feelings about them, the reader is almost as torn as Katniss herself.<br/><br/>The Story:<br/><br/>Okay, this is where the disturbing comes in. This story is dark. It's not for the faint of heart. It's about children (ages 12-18) killing one another. They're doing it for survival, and for the entertainment of the people in the Capitol of Panem. This is not a feel good, happy-go-lucky book. It's a live or die book. There are some reviewers on Goodreads who took strenuous objection to the whole kids killing kids thing, and while it's very poignant, I agree that it's difficult to stomach. What I don't agree with is that this book should be skipped. This book is great, the setting is dark, but that's what makes it good literature. It has a point. The setting is very well thought out, the actions and reactions are very clear and often unsettling. You see why they're doing it, how it's received in the Districts, and the difference between the people dying to survive in the Districts from those in the Capitol, where there's wealth. This is dystopian and dystopian is not always pretty. As a matter of fact, it's never pretty. That's what makes dystopian what it is. It always has a point. Always. I suppose it comes down to this: If you can't stomach kids killing kids, don't read it. Otherwise, try.<br/><br/>The Verdict:<br/><br/>I loved it and recommend it to anyone.  Not just anyone who enjoys dystopian, but to everyone. I don't generally read dystopian and I loved this book. If you've been on the fence, and think you can deal with the unsettling themes, go get it.  You won't regret it.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1O09VIP1MUHK7?ASIN=0439023521	You'll find yourself a willing viewer of the Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Below is an excerpt of my full review of The Hunger Games trilogy:<br/><br/>Grim only begins to describe the life people live in the districts. Some people are better off than others, but deaths caused by starvation are regularly occurring events, stealing or going outside the district's fence results in death, and a boy and a girl from ages 12 to 18 are selected for events where the more brutality involved, the more entertaining the event for its viewers. Flip to Capitol life and people live an exotic life of luxury with capable technology reminiscent of Star Trek: The Next Generation. The most entertaining part was definitely during two of The Hunger Games and the assault on the Capitol late in Mockingjay. I kept wondering how Catching Fire would end and was treated to something pleasantly unexpected. When things are looking bad near the end of Mockingjay, the unrestrained inhumanity of a few strikes a devastating blow that are a bit mind blowing.<br/><br/>Mockingjay`s ending was pretty good, but it felt a little rushed. Without revealing too much, I think that Collins could have incorporated the last major event a bit better in earlier chapters rather than have it come up at the end of one of the final ones. It caused quite a stir given what followed, but bits and pieces could have made it more of a guessing game throughout the final book. I suppose that is where young adult fiction separates itself from adult fiction, maintaining a slightly devious plot rather than one with many twists and turns. The love triangle felt a little weak at times due to Katniss' ineptitude towards romance for either character that were vying for her affection. It did not help that Katniss, who has zero experience with romance, instantly turned into an A class actor by being a star struck lover with Peeta. Most of the interaction was not bad because it did not feel like petty teenage drama, but Katniss could deliver when there was a crowd, yet not when it really mattered in terms of the love story.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games trilogy is very entertaining and I can easily see why it is so popular. I did not care for the entire series being in the first person from beginning to end, so with the movie that will soon be produced, I hope they are not bogged down by the love story and Katniss only and instead give more spotlight time to other characters that had a hand in propelling the books forward, like Rue, Haymitch, Finnick, Beetee, Coin and even President Snow.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VE2M1M6EN57N?ASIN=0439023521	"JLB review - ""The Hunger Games"""	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's taken a little longer to post this review than I expected it would.  That's mainly because I wasn't able to stop after reading Suzanne Collins' first novel in this series.  ""The Hunger Games"" is the first in the trilogy that carries over into ""Catching Fire"" and ""Mockingjay"".  It's the story of Katniss Everdeen, a seventeen year old girl who becomes a tribute in the Hunger Games, a twisted gladiatorial competition in which two tributes from each of Panem's twelve districts are forced to participate.  It is an annually televised ""reality show"" wherein the twenty-four tributes are forced to battle each other to the death in an acres-wide arena filled with deadly terrain, genetically engineered flora and fauna, and mobile traps designed to move the action along for the viewers when things get too boring.<br/><br/>The setting is a dystopian future in which global warming and wars have decimated much of the world, and a corrupt government has taken its lessons from ancient Rome - distract the populace with enough blood to entertain them, and remind them of who's in charge.  At the same time, keep them impoverished and oppressed, convinced that they're lucky to receive the dregs left behind by the Capital.<br/><br/>By the end of the first book, Katniss realizes that she's become a pawn in a plot that is much larger than the Games.  She learns to play for the cameras, and the hearts of the viewers, and through them, perhaps change the very fabric of her society.  I won't give spoilers here, but I will say that even though the story is written as a young adult novel, it is darker than most YA fiction I've read, and entertaining enough to keep this fifty year old kid engaged.  It alternates between multilayered plotlines that are in places rather simplistic, and in others quite thought-provoking.<br/><br/>Since this review is specifically for the first book, ""The Hunger Games"", I won't go into the other two books in the trilogy.  I couldn't do so anyway without spoiling some of the plotlines of the first book.  All I will say is that Suzanne Collins is an author I will be supporting by buying more of her work.  I highly recommend this entire series.  I give it four out of five stars.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NDAB5QFS8TUQ?ASIN=0439023521	THE STORY IS NOT A NEW IDEA BUT THIS AUTHOR DOES A BETTER JOB WITH IT THAN MOST.  I Do Like This Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As I write this review there are now 1,756 reviews already posted; which is a lot of reviews when you think about it.  I seriously doubt if I will be able to add one thing in my little effusion here that has not already been said but since it will soon be buried and will probably never be read by another human I suppose that will not matter much.<br/>Anyway....<br/><br/>I have to tell you that like many folks here I was absolutely hooked on the first page and went through torment when I had to put the thing down in order to eat several times and to sleep once.  I cannot remember when a book captivated me so.<br/><br/>The plot has been given a pretty well going over here so I will not dwell on that much.  The story, as told through the words of a young girl, takes place in a future totalitarian society; America, after things have gone horribly wrong.  There is a place called the Capitol which pretty well runs everything and the country has been broken up into twelve districts (There is a thirteenth district but in this book it has been supposedly completely obliterated.)  Because these districts had, 75 years ago rebelled against the Capital, they are required to give up two of the children each year, a boy and a girl.  These kids are taken to an arena and forced to fight to the death until only one is left. The people in each of these districts are treated like slaves and for the most part are simply starved or worked to death in the end.<br/><br/>That in brief, is the essence of the story.<br/><br/>Is this somewhat brutal?  You bet it is.  Is this somewhat horrifying?  Most certainly.  Is the story plot realistic?  Unfortunately, yes it is...quite believable.  And this is why so many are reading this work and the two books that follow in this series.  The author has done her job.  Most of us are horrified and most of us do see the brutality in the situation and most of us deplore it.  To be quite frank, I would quite worry about someone who was not horrified and a bit disturbed.<br/><br/>I have some random thoughts about this book:<br/><br/>The writing is good.  We are not talking high literature here, and thank goodness for that.  We are talking about a well written story that, after reading the many reviews here and on other sites, holds the readers interest page after page. Excellent plot, excellent dialog, lots of action, very fine character development...it is all here.  Maybe it is not to everyone's taste, but it most certainly satisfies the reading needs of a lot of folks...both young and old.<br/><br/>The premise of this story is certainly not new.  Right off the top of my head I think of the old story ""The Lottery,"" and a more recent novel by Stephen King, ""The Long Walk.""  Both are similar but this idea is no worse the wear for being used again and I really think this author got it better than King did with his shot at it.<br/><br/>Designating this work as a YA book is really a bit inaccurate as the age group who will enjoy this thing has a very wide range and in many ways the book is more suited for the adult reader than the pre-teen.  I personally would have no problem with a younger child reading this thing, but each child is so different that this would be a hard call to make.  I do have a great problem with those folks who seem to want to ban this work from school libraries...that is one of the silliest things I have ever heard of.  Folks who want this have no clue as to what their children are reading right now.  I recently read three YA books by different authors.  In those three books there were vivid descriptions of vampires sucking the blood out of the necks of virgins, (and a goodly number of non-virgins), blatant and casual recreational drug use, sex, group sex (a cool thing to do, by the way), gang rape (no big deal), infidelity, murder, robbery....oh where to stop?  I can assure you that none of these subjects were addressed in this book.  No folks, our libraries are no longer filled with `Little House in the Big Woods' books...it is more like `Little Meth House in the Big Woods'...truth be told.<br/><br/>The concept of having a drawing to decide which child (ages 12 through 18) be sent off to fight to the death is upsetting to be sure.  On the other hand, does anyone here remember a thing called The Draft?  We have been sending children, and make no mistake, an 18 year old is still something of a child, off to fight and die in wars since the beginning of so called civilization.  This concept of not putting children in harms way has never held much water.  During most of our previous wars we had children, young men, as young as 15 fighting and dying in them.<br/><br/>The author has done a very nice job with the violent scenes.  They are well done, not gratuitous in the least bit, are an important part of the story  and not overly graphic when compared to a lot of books that are on our shelves today.<br/><br/>Taste in books is wide ranging.  This book will not be for everyone.  I personally found in one of the better reads I have had over the past ten years are so and am already on the third volume of this series and dread that it will soon be over.<br/><br/>Don Blankenship<br/>The Ozarks</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HCCLN7T4Q12J?ASIN=0439023521	THE HUNGER GAMES is a bestseller for very good reason!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Dystopia, Big Brother and post-apocalypse are themes that have been included in novels so often that it could well  be a life's work for a librarian to prepare an exhaustive catalogue of titles. But, in terms of quality, the devil is in the details and Suzanne Collins has justifiably taken the world by storm. Her novel, THE HUNGER GAMES, inspired by the legend of Theseus and the Minotaur, is an innovative, dare I say unique, young adult twist on the recurring themes of violence, cruely, despair, privation and revolution that are the mainstays of these types of novels.<br/><br/>A distant future North America, now called Panem, is divided into 12 distinct economic districts ruled with an iron fist from the Capitol located in the northwest Rocky Mountain region of the former USA. Every year, in a bizarre celebration called ""The Reaping"", the Capital ""honours"" each district by selecting two children that will be called ""tributes"", one boy and one girl, to participate in THE HUNGER GAMES. The 24 children are released into a wilderness arena and are expected not only to survive but to battle one another to the death. The last remaining child is returned to his or her district as a conquering hero.<br/><br/>The games, reminiscent of Rome's bloodthirsty gladiatoral combats,  are televised as an extravaganza throughout Panem on a minute by minute basis. Carefully engineered from start to finish, the sculpted terrain of the ""arena"" might be anything from arctic or forest to desert or rugged mountains; an unknown supply of weapons and supplies are provided but will have to be fought for and ""won"" as part of the entertainment; the games are replete with intermittent technologically engineered disasters such as fires, teeming rainstorms or earthquakes; genetically engineered humans or animals called ""muttations"" are periodically released to provide extra challenge for the tributes or extra entertainment for the viewing audience.<br/><br/>Of course, the entire affair is intended to serve notice to Panem of the continuing absolute authority of the Capitol over the Districts. But somehow, Katniss Everdeen and Peeta Mellark, the tributes from District 12 and the perennial underdogs of the Games, unwittingly create an untenable political embarrassment for the Capitol and the engineers running the Games by doing nothing more than remaining true to themselves, their friends and family, to each other and to their values. By thinking and reacting in an unprecedented and entirely unpredictable way, Katniss and Peeta create the first small kernels and the obvious foreshadowing of a rebellion to come.<br/><br/>Katniss and Peeta are truly intelligent, well-crafted, complex, memorable characters displaying the love, friendship, loyalty, courage, innovation and independence that contrast obviously with the much darker themes so typical of other dystopian novels that we're more familiar with. Suzanne Collins has crafted a winning page-turner that will pull you in, quickly and deeply. Like everyone in Panem, you'll find yourself riveted to the pages rooting for Katniss' and Peeta's survival and biting your fingernails with worry over every obstacle they encounter. Then even if they both survive the predations of the other 22 competitors, how will they deal with the requirement to ultimately battle one another to the death to provide the Games with a single surviving winner?<br/><br/>THE HUNGER GAMES was focused on world-building and action. But my expectation is that the subsequent instalments in the trilogy, CATCHING FIRE and THE MOCKINGJAY, will focus more on the cerebral themes of politics and revolution. And, frankly, I can't wait to get to them! Highly recommended.<br/><br/>Paul Weiss</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YBK7VPE8UEGD?ASIN=0439023521	A very good read :)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A group of twenty-four teenagers battle it out until death, the last one alive is the winner. This hideous, so called game, held yearly, is the Capitol's way of making sure they have total control over their twelve districts. Sound like a good book? Millions of teenagers and adults alike all over the nation seem to think so. The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins is a spectacular action story for young adults, with themes about survival love, cleverly told in first person, which keeps you turning the pages until the last one. The book is fast, intense, and full of action.<br/>  While reading The Hunger Games, one is absorbed by the story. The main character Katniss Everdeen, is someone that you don't find endearing at the beginning of the book, but you find yourself rooting for her anyway. The descriptive and engaging writing style helps to create the complex and suspenseful plot.<br/><br/>Though some parts are vague and leave you in the dark, and even though the story is not totally realistic, most of the book is well explained and interesting,<br/><br/>  One of the best parts of the book is that the idea is so original. The theme of survival has of course been used in various books. However, this particular book is like nothing you have read before because of things like the teen violence and heroism. The idea of writing in first person is also a good way to write an action book, and leaves you, again, with the impression of originality.<br/>  Being overall a good read, The Hunger Games does have a few downsides. Having the book told in first person generally works, but when Katniss has flash backs, and when she tells about her government and such, it gets a bit hazy and you find yourself wanting a better mental picture. Another downside of the book is that in several places, it leads you on to something that  never happens, like when the book talks in detail about Mockingjays, but then finishes up abruptly, with no final explanation. It is frustrating and pointless, and you end up confused. It could be that the author is setting up the sequel, however this should not have to be done at the expense of the first book as is done here.<br/>  I would recommend this book to other young adults because it is well written and the story is captivating. There are several things that are obnoxious, such as the leading on and flashbacks, but for the most part, this is a fun, exciting, engaging book. Most people will enjoy this, and not only is this a personal opinion, but by the sales of this  book, I think most would agree, The Hunger Games, is a very good read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGG3T3AG1WCLP?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't Put it Down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Why in the world it took me so long to read this series I do not know.  I LOVED it.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is set in a post-apocalyptic future in which humanity nearly destroyed itself.  The general public lives in poverty, barely scraping by.  They've been divided into 13 separate districts, each producing one major industries.  Recently, there was an uprising which resulted in the demise of District 13, which was eliminated by the all-powerful Capitol.<br/><br/>Katniss Everdeen is a young girl in District 12.  She and her family are barely scraping by by her slightly illegal poaching and selling of wild game to the hungry shopkeepers.  Such activities have made her an excellent shot with her trusty bow and arrow.  Her best friend and hunting partner, Gale, also supports his family in this manner.  Both Katniss and Gale have taken on the burden after the loss of their fathers despite being both under 18 years old.<br/><br/>When the annual reaping comes around, both teens are nervous, and for good reason.  Each has their name in the reaping bowl more than most children their age.  Once for each year over 12, and once for each tessarae, emergency food rations,  they have traded for.  Trading for extra entries in the reaping is a dangerous thing, for each year two tributes, a boy and a girl, are picked to go into the arena and participate in the Hunger Games.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is a brutal, vicious fight to the death.  Two tributes from each district are put into a closed off arena and are made to fight to the death.  Out of the 24 children (all entrants must be between 12 and 18) only one may survive.  The entire thing is televised and the families and the general public are made to watch as the children kill each other, are killed by natural events, or die from injuries.  Some areas, like the Capitol, love the games.  In areas like District 12, it is greeted with much less enthusiasm.<br/><br/>This year, much to Katniss' dismay, her 12 year old sister Prim must have her name in the reaping.  But with one entry to Katniss' many, her chances of getting picked are slim.  Of course, one entry is enough to be pulled.  When Prim's name is selected, Katniss refuses to allow her to go and steps in to take her place.  Along with Katniss, District 12's male tribute is Peeta, a kind-hearted boy who saved Katniss from starving right after her father's untimely death.<br/><br/>The two are sent off to the arena to face the bloodlust.  Instead, they find an odd way to twist the Capitol's game against them.<br/><br/>This book was very well-written.  It had me wanting more at every turn of a page.  It was definitely a ""can't put down"" kind of read.  There was such creativity put into the storyline.  The story line was filled with a perverse sort of brutality.  The characters are well-written and complement each other well.  I just can't ooze enough praise for this book.  Definitely one of the best YA Fiction books I have read in a while.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XT25OTT7X3VO?ASIN=0439023521	Wow - couldn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My son is eleven and I have read to him every night nearly since his birth.<br/>Some years ago we read the ""Gregor the Overlander"" series by S. Collins and loved it. It's a wonderful read. I'm nearly embarrassed to tell someone the plot and expect them to believe me when I say it's a wonderful series, but truly, that is the case. I recently discovered that Ms. Collins had written another series, a trilogy and bought the first book in that series; The Hunger Games.<br/><br/>This series is much darker than the Gregor series, and at times I've questioned whether it's appropriate for my 11-year old. I decided to press on, as kids get exposed to so much these days anyway (despite no TV in our home) that sheltering them from written violence really doesn't shelter them from the violence they hear about every day at school and other locales. Plus, violence in the context of a well reasoned and thoughtful book is much less ""damaging"" than what they're routinely exposed to despite our best efforts.<br/><br/>This book is absolutely en-captivating. It pulls you in from the very beginning and you simply can't put it down. The lead character, Katniss, is a complex mix of warrior and care-giver. She has been driven, by her devotion to caring for her family in a post-apocalyptic world, to learn the arts of hunting and survival. When her sister, Prim, is chosen as a Tribute for the Hunger Games, Katniss volunteers to take her place. Her hunting/survival skills have prepared her well for her warrior role in the games. She's less prepared to understand and deal with her own emotions as she learns that others, like her fellow Tribute Peeta, put honor, love and ethics above simple survival. Katniss is continually torn between her distrust of other's intentions and her observations of what appears to be selfless giving.<br/><br/>I won't give away details of the plot. I will offer that whether the reader is an adult or a tween, this book is one well worth reading. For parents who are eager to instill a love of reading in their children, this book is a fabulous ""tool"" to achieve that end. My son would have me stay up all night long and read the book from beginning to end. As I travel a lot for my job, I even went so far as to install Skype on my computer (per my son's request) so that I can continue reading this book to him while I'm traveling.<br/><br/>Parents, if you want your kids to embrace reading, buy them this book. They won't be able to resist the story-line (and neither will you if you read it).</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1K603PW26ZQCV?ASIN=0439023521	A fantastic dytopian YA trilogy totally worth reading!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is book 1 in a YA trilogy written by Suzanne Collins.  It is a dystopian story written about future North America after floods, war and famine.  The continent is changed into one large super country called Panem that is made up of a large capital and 13 districts, each in a different area that produces a different resource used by the government to control all of the other districts.  There was a rebellion in the history of Panem in which district 13 was completely destroyed, leaving 12 districts in fear of what could happen to them at any moment.<br/><br/>Katniss Everdeen is a 16 yr old girl that lives in district 12, the coal district.  She has lived a hard life in the harshest district.  Katniss lived through her father dying in a mine explosion and her mother turning catatonic after that while she still had a younger sister, Prim, to take care of.  The worst is not even close to over to Katniss, though.  The day of the reaping is coming.  This is where the Capital chooses one boy, 18 and under, and one girl to become the Tributes from each district and these children must fight to the death in a man made arena.  The sole survivor is crowned victor and lavished with gifts and food and a new home and their district is given food and oil for the entire year until the next reaping.  Whose name gets called out at the reaping?  You'll have to read to find out in this electrifying novel that kept me turning pages from beginning to end.<br/><br/>Suzanne Collins take a subject (children being required to kill to survive) that could be so repulsive and turns it into a heart stopping story where you can truly love the good guys and they choose to do what's right and good even in the worst of circumstances.  This book is very well written and there is great development to the characters and relationships.  I look forard to reading Catching Fire and Mockingjay, (books 2 and 3).  I already own both and will start them immediately!  So far this series tops my list of favorite YA books.  Of course this trilogy is not suited for everyone.  It is very dark and there are killings and fighting.  Nothing extremely graphic, but enough that you get a really good picture in your head.  I MUCH prefer this over the usual YA fare of romantic mush and teenage drama.  Katniss is a perfect protagonist.  She is incredibly smart and strong, very able bodied and doesn't let her emotions rule her.  She has solid relationships and keeps herself in check.  I love that Katniss is responsible, not just out of obligation but out of love for her sister and out of a knowledge that she must do what's right and what needs to be done.<br/><br/>I highly recommend the Hunger Games to any dystopian fans or to anyone looking for something new and exciting to read.  The good news is the 3rd book was released in August so you can read the entire trilogy at once with no waiting!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3B2EYLL8NT9ZD?ASIN=0439023521	Intriguing from start to finish	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">For starters, I love dystopian science fiction stories.  I'm a big fan of novels like <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Make-Room-Make-Room/dp/0765318857"">Make Room! Make Room!</a> (a.k.a. <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Soylent-Green/dp/B0016I0AJG"">Soylent Green</a>) and the writings of Philip K. Dick.  In that sense, I knew I was going to like The Hunger Games from the get go.<br/><br/>The premise: America has been ravaged by war and the remaining survivors are clustered into twelve districts.  Life is hard in (most of) the districts, and if you're lucky you might earn enough through the year to be feed your family. Each year, two teenagers from each district are conscripted into a televised death match where the winner walks away with a lifetime of food and shelter provided by the central government.<br/><br/>The writing is simple, overly so at times.  Ms. Collins feels the need to explain how things got to be the way they are instead of leaving it up to the reader to surmise.  Then again, it's marketed as a ""teen"" novel, so perhaps the level of detail is necessary for its target audience.<br/><br/>There is a fair amount of violence in the novel, although nothing you wouldn't find in a PG-13 movie.  I appreciated the fact that there's no course language, which is something that many ""adult"" novels could take a cue from.<br/><br/>The pacing of the novel is just right, with the occasional twist presented at the right moment.  One exception was where the Gamemakers announce a change in the rules during the game; it was too predictable, and I had to set the book down in disgust for a few hours.  In general, though, I read the book every chance I could get.  I would wake up early just so I could get an extra chapter in.<br/><br/>At 374 pages the book is long enough to present a well-rounded tale.  If anything, I would have enjoyed a longer book, and the teaser at the end alludes that another book is in the works.  I'm intrigued enough to look for the next book in the series when it comes out.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MXT9ZMLBVH2S?ASIN=0439023521	Survivor on Steroids	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Set in a futuristic anti-America known as Panem, a repressive regime in which the ruling Capitol elite control twelve districts of commoners, The Hunger Games recounts the savage ordeal experienced by sixteen-year old narrator Katniss Everdeen.  As an annual showing of control, the Capitol forces twenty-four randomly-selected teenage representatives of the districts to fight to the death in an amped-up Survivor environment, their struggles broadcast live to a rabid Panem-wide audience.  Katniss, who has honed her bow hunting and survival skills in fending for her fatherless family, becomes an unlikely favorite in the contest.  But when her male counterpart in district twelve professes his love for her (either as a ploy or from the heart), Katniss is torn between her individual survival instincts, her unexpected tenderness toward some of her competitors, and the need to put on a romantic show that will please the Capitol and viewing audience.<br/><br/>Although the future world of Panem is rather thinly sketched and the Capitol's motive for the Hunger Games is rather hard to take at face value, Katniss narrates with a compelling voice that hooked me from page one.  The prose is so crisp, clean and utterly addictive that the words seemed to drip right into my veins, with just enough plot twists to keep me a little off balance. In this way, Suzanne Collins had me turning pages late into the night, unable to wait to see how the rebellious Katniss would fare in this brutal contest.  Besides generating first-rate suspense, building to a wicked climax, Suzanne Collins uses a classic prisoners-dilemma structure to probe a variety of morality-based themes.  Billed as young-adult fiction, this first book launches an exciting trilogy that is sure to satisfy us older readers as well.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31MQ4CON9SBA4?ASIN=0439023521	What a Ride!  I want more!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Game by Suzanne Collins is a dystopian novel, set in a not too distant future, with elements of steam punk and reality television.  Katniss Edreen is a survivor who, out of love for her little sister, volunteers for a deadly game in which she will have to literally fight for her life against twenty-three other competitors.  The winner will win glory, wealth, and benefit their entire community.  And live.<br/><br/>The truth is, as much as I love dystopian novels, I resisted this young adult novel because it sounded derivative of <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Battle-Royale-Directors-Cut/dp/B000F4LPJ6"">Battle Royale Directors Cut</a> and I didn't trust Collins to write something that wouldn't constantly remind me of that movie.  While there are parts that are similar, they are hardly worth mentioning because this book had me hooked from the second chapter.<br/><br/>I knew I was hooked because I started to get tears in my eyes.<br/><br/>How many sci-fi novels have I read and found banal with their predictability?  How many young adult novels have I accused of being insulting to readers?  I can't even begin to count.  Collins has managed to create dynamic characters who continuously surprise as the plot twists and turns until the reader is bound to return to read again, to pick up on the more subtle points that may have been overlooked on the first compulsive reading.<br/><br/>I could not put this book down!<br/><br/>However, about halfway through part three of the novel it hit me--this book has to be part one of a series.  I tried to slow down my progress because there is nothing I find more frustrating than finishing the first in a series of books that hasn't been completely published.  As the novel wrapped up the major threads of the story, there were some obvious plot points that were not being explored to conclusion.  And sure enough, when I reached the last page, there were the dreaded words:  End of Book One.<br/><br/>ARGH!  Why why why?  I want to know what happens next to Katniss.  I want to know more about the implications of what was revealed in chapter 25.  I want to know more now!<br/><br/>But the second book is still out there in not-yet-published limbo.  I can only appease my own hunger for more by reading her other books, beginning with <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Gregor-The-Overlander-Underland-Chronicles/dp/0439678137"">Gregor The Overlander (Underland Chronicles)</a>.  I had never heard of them or Collins before and now all I can say is directed at the author herself.  If you need anyone to proofread the manuscript for book two, please feel free to email me; I would be more than happy to do so.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4QO3QH5X952B?ASIN=0439023521	okay. Now I see what all the hype was about :)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I picked this up when my son was reading it for school. I barely put it down over the next few days. I had already seen the movie, but reading the book was awesome - getting to see what was going on in their minds. Loved it and starting the next</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYR7S6QXG6ABC?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it. Can't-put-me-down kinda book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So I knew the book was going to be good, but I had no idea it was going to be this good. A piece of advice: try and have the second book ready whilst you're reading this, because even if you think you'd be able to wait or spread your reading, you won't be able to.<br/><br/>Set in what used to be North America, a new world order is created. The Capitol Panem rules its 12 districts ruthlessly. Each district is famous for something: fish, crops, electronic devices, etc. District 12, where the protagonist Katniss is from, produces coal.<br/><br/>Katniss hunts illegally in the woods behind District 12 to earn money and find food for her family. At 16, she takes care of her mother and younger sister and has been doing so ever since her father died a couple of years ago. She learned almost everything she knows about hunting from her father and her friend Gale, whom she met in the woods one day.<br/><br/>Panem devised a plan, or punishment for the districts when they rebelled 70+ years ago. The Hunger Games were put into motion and in these games, 2 tributes (a male and a female) from each district were chosen randomly and made to participate in the event at Panem. In the games, the tributes were ordered to kill each other until a lone survivor remains. The age group for the tributes had to be between 12 and 18.<br/><br/>Not only could the people of the districts not complain about the unfairness of the games, and the killings of children, but they had to celebrate the games and be jolly about it. On the 74th year, Katniss is the female tribute from District 12 and is sent to Panem along with the male tribute, Peeta, a fellow classmate that she barely knows but is indebted to because of his help when they were kids.<br/>""</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2AOLB3SGB377S?ASIN=0439023521	A must read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Panem is a world built on the remains of our present, and is divided into twelve districts controlled by the Capitol. Once the districts rebelled against the Capitol but they lost the war. The way found by the Capitol to punish the rebels was to destroy one of the districts and organise ""The Hunger Games"": every year each district has to send a boy and a girl - the tributes - to an arena to fight to death against the tributes of the other districts. Katniss volunteers to the games to take the place of her younger sister and Peeta, the son of the baker, is randomly chosen to pair up with Katniss as the tributes of District 12. The whole thing is televised as a huge reality TV show and humanity seems completely lost for those who bet on the children and are thrilled by each death.<br/><br/>This has to be one of the fastest paced books I have ever read. It is amazingly well written! This book is the first of a trilogy so I knew the end would be a cliffhanger to make me run for the second book (<a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Catching-Fire-The-Hunger-Games-Book-2/dp/0439023491"">Catching Fire (The Hunger Games, Book 2)</a>). It is surprising how I loved Katniss although her main instinct is to survive to get back to sister, even if it means killing everything that moves and compromising her feelings. The easy to love Peeta shows the tenderness that seems to have abandoned everyone else as he doesn't mind losing, which means being killed, if that makes Katniss the winner. Reading the way characters grow while fighting for survival and finding surprising allies is extremely enjoyable. The whole Panem is exceptionally well thought and this book is a pleasure to read, even if the whole idea of children killing each other sounds like a awful premise. A must read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R302QP4OPN2YE6?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm a huge fan of the Hunger Games. Then again, that doesn't make me special because everyone is. I get why people love this book and I'm glad I read it. It really stuck with me for a few days and I don't know what to expect in the next two books.<br/><br/>Let's start with Katniss. She's cold and calculating and she's a survivor. She's everything you want in a heroine. At the same time, she's frustrating. She's not exactly what I would look for in a girlfriend. She's manipulative and always has survival in the back of her mind. Just ask Peeta and Gale.<br/><br/>The surprise standout to me was Cinna. I've been seeing pictures of Lenny Kravitz and I tried to divorce myself form his image while I read the book. I didn't have to work very hard. Cinna is a character all his own and I think he's sort of the dark house candidate for best character in the book. He's a nice mix of sensitive and revolutionary. I don't think anyone in the capitol understands Katniss better than Cinna.<br/><br/>I wasn't a huge fan of Peeta. I thought he was oafish and dramatic. His relationship with Katniss is a fine example of gender reversal and their dynamic is fascinating. Their relationship is painful.<br/><br/>I admit, I wasn't sure how it would end. Collins kept me guessing. It was fairly obvious that she wasn't going to die, as Jennifer Lawrence has signed on for the entire franchise, but I really couldn't figure out how things would ultimately turn out.<br/><br/>This book is worthy of all the hype and it exceeded my expectations. I'm looking forward to reading the rest of the trilogy, and even more excited to see the movie in a few weeks.<br/><br/>I recommend this book to anyone and everyone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HNUOYWHN4WEJ?ASIN=0439023521	Bunny Bitner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wasn't sure I would like this book which had been recommended by my family.  It's not the kind of book I usually read.  I found it fascinating and difficult to put down.  I am now looking forward to reading the other two books in the trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37TSW8ASU0921?ASIN=0439023521	Exceptional Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I gave the Hunger Games five stars because I feel it was well written. Each and every chapter compelled me to continue on to the next chapter to see what happened. It has been a long time since I have read a book that held my interest that way.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RSE9QDECU7K0?ASIN=0439023521	Wow	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved the story. It was so suspenseful and dramatic. The way true love mixed in with violence and  tragic events was amazing. Suzanne Collins  splashed in sadness where the story needed it. Look forward to reading the next hunger games book :-)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LLR0NT1GN7K1?ASIN=0439023521	Review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was really good and delivered quickly to my Kindle.  I was barely able to put this book down for a second after the first few pages got me completely hooked and ended up buying the rest of the series two days later to see how it ended.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DCUQFVEZZ08K?ASIN=0439023521	What A Brilliant Concept	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you took the Vietnam War and mixed it with Stephen King (or Richard Bachman)'s ""The Running Man,"" you would get ""The Hunger Games,"" a brilliant novel that has such a gruesome concept during a time period in which such a thing is taken very seriously.<br/><br/>In this new utopia, a revolt in Panem, an area in North America, leads to the government creating an annual event known as ""The Hunger Games."" Here, a male and female teenager from each of the twelve districts are forced as tributes by random draw in order to compete in a competition in which they have to kill one another until only one is left standing. The last one standing wins food and supplies for themselves and their district. Katniss Everdeen, a tough girl and leader of her family from District 12, offers herself as a tribute in place of her sister Prim. From there, she creates relationships with people such as Peeta from her district and Rue from District 11. It all leads to an exciting adventure in which young people have to pay for deeds in which the old people failed to resolve.<br/><br/>It is just incredible how honest this novel is with a dark option for what the future could possibly bring. It's especially incredible how there is plenty of poking at the habits of the media. Before the actual games, the contestants are treated as celebrities, looking pretty and being told what to do by producers, but for many of them are heading to their death sentences.<br/><br/>The elements to this novel were just awesome and if this novel was extended a little bit longer, there would have been no need for the rest of the trilogy. Just an awesome piece of young adult fiction, a very hardcore piece of young adult fiction.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5RDEZ8F933MF?ASIN=0439023521	Dystopian, Gladiators in a Roman amphitheatre	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read the trilogy a couple of years ago but waited until now to write the review after I had digested it all.<br/><br/>Teenagers/children are put up for sacrifice.  Many books follow this premise.  This, however, is the future with all the killing to come being televised live and some of the protagonists are not even in their teens.  The setting is created by the leaders of the empire following a scourge after a nuclear war.  It is a little like ""The Truman Show"" except the recording of their experience is exposed to the participants - well most of it is except the staged effects to come.  They know they are in it to kill one another in order to come out alive.  I read this book with my heart in my mouth, not really keen on a book that was like a computer game where killing could be shown carelessly.  It wasn't, but it still felt voyeuristic and fear-inducing.<br/><br/>That 16-year-old Katniss Everdeen is shown to have heart and compassion in all this, and is rarely showed to be a murderer is extraordinary, and believable.  Throughout I wondered how the author would pull off a convincing heroine who at the same time has to murder her peers.  That she has done so is a piece of excellent plotting.  You like Katniss for her courage, her humanness and her humanity.  She is attractive but unaware of it - she knows it doesn't matter what she looks like when she is like putty in the hands of the empire; they are out to get her and her competitors killed as a show of their dominance in the face of potential rebellions like the last one.  Best of all, I liked Katniss for her rebelliousness.  The twist at the end made the whole thing worthwhile.  It wasn't an easy read by any means. But I recommend it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RY4YX2WFAZBXM?ASIN=0439023521	Baileyrox2004@google	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book I rate FIVE stars because she leads you farther into the book and keeps you on the edge of your seat even if  you have seen the movie.  If you seen the movie or have not read the book.  I would recommend this book for 11 or 10 and up</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21GL4Z1ZWCGMX?ASIN=0439023521	A romance novel disguised as sci-fi	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Let me begin by saying that Hunger Games is a commercial success by every standard of measure. In that sense, the author deserves full credit.  However, if I were to critically evaluate it, I'd say the book should come with something of a warning to the general public.  Hunger Games has a mixed genre and seems unsure whether it wants to be a romance novel or a serious work of science fiction.  The result is less than optimal.<br/><br/>Collins does a superb job of writing in first person, which is not an easy thing to do. This gives the book a great pace that keeps the pages flipping.  The story itself is somewhat contrived but it still entertains. I won't add spoilers, but let's just say Hunger Games is something like a blend between Brave New World and the typical romance novel. Starting out, the book is more sci-fi than romance novel but Collins doesn't seem to be able to resist the itch for long. Soon you're treated to pages of those knowing moments where one glance into his eyes lasts an eternity and it takes a paragraph just to describe a kiss. Of course, you also get the typical love triangle schlock where Katniss is tormented trying to decide which man she really loves.<br/><br/>The main character, Katniss, is very interesting (despite her bizarre, silly name) and it's fun watching her plotting and calculating her way through the games.  Her boyfriend may be wimpy, but Katniss is still interesting to track.  Sure there are plenty of girly moments, lots of descriptions of dresses, hairdos, and make-up, but then you're back to the action sequences which are entertaining and keep the story moving.<br/><br/>In the end, I admire Collins talent to sell an astronomical number books but still I'm left wanting.  Had she leaned harder to the sci-fi side the book would have had had an enduring legacy.  Instead she'll score with then teen females while leaving the broader audience waiting something else.  Hunger Games is readable but I don't think it will last the test of time.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJ1U8D03V57WH?ASIN=0439023521	Not bad, but definitely not a classic.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't normally read fiction, let alone teen-fiction, but I made a trade with my wife to read it if she would read one of my books. I enjoyed the book and read in less than 2 days. I'm also not American so take the comments on America with a pinch of salt.<br/><br/>The book sketched a post apocalyptic future of America after another massive civil war, and a communist style peasant uprising that was brutally crushed by the ruling powers. In part the story was a retelling of Ancient Rome's story with America as the new Roman Empire. Kinda hard to miss that with characters like Flavius, Octavius, and Caesar. The hunger games themselves are the Colosseum, with the live TV audience watching and hoping for blood. Certain parts of the games were mandatory to watch but perhaps the society had become so passe towards killing that it was just considered good TV?<br/>There are so many political comments in the book that take stabs at current American politics. The poor education they receive in district 12 - read bad American public schools. And the anthem that continually plays and the law being read out? Star spangled banner and pledge of allegiance anyone? The huge divide between rich and poor districts - read Beverly hills vs Harlem or a small town in the heartland. There is also the huge emphasis on reality TV, media and cameras everywhere filming the entire thing. I don't like reality TV shows but is this where they will end up in the future after we're bored with the Kardashians?<br/><br/>The novel was also hugely influence by two seminal works: Orwell's ""1984"" and Huxley's ""Brave new world"". In fact the society of 12 districts is kept in check by both prevailing metaphors. The Capitol and the richer districts are kept in check by their narcissism, entertainment and riches. They are so preoccupied with looking better, celebrities and the spotlight that they fail to see the horror of the games. People are killing others on live TV! I guess you give them what they want and they quickly sacrifice their freedom. Even those closest to Katniss in the Capitol (i.e. Cinna) hold their tongues and speak codedly when she wins. The lower and poorer districts are kept in check by force and coercion. I was impressed by the kind of subject matter the author tried to deliver to a teenage audience.<br/><br/>But I have some reservations. Firstly the story if written in the present tense, which I found odd. It read like a screenplay with directions for actors as opposed to a real story, which would normally be in the past tense. It made it hard to get a sense of the time that had passed. Secondly, I think the book played right into the current teenage culture of suspicion, revenge, and anti-authority. And without offering it any sort of critique or alternative vision. The hero is overly suspicious of love, even when it stares her in the face. I understand how she came to be that way, but the author didn't hold out much hope for her changing. She is skeptical of marriage, and blatantly against bringing children into the world. Although scarred from a bad past, I felt it didn't fit with her character. The heroes are also dead set on showing the authorities that they are not under their control. That they are their own people, the captains of their own destinies. What teen isn't? But killing yourself to show them up? Come on. The author condones their actions as heroic, if they take our lives they can't take our freedom? There is no sense to their sacrifice, no hope that it will bring down the system. It's just ill-thought out teenage angst. Should all teens do this to stick it to the man? I'd rather see Teens stand up and say I'm going to fight to defend my right to freedom, rather than kill themselves to make a statement. Suicide is cowardly.<br/><br/>With that in mind I gave the book 2 stars. It's OK, nothing ground-shaking, and would make a decent movie. I just hope teens are smart enough not to uncritically swallow the philosophy behind the book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18V8RTW61G5G4?ASIN=0439023521	Blandly generic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">There is nothing really wrong with this book.  Like, I mean, its not like I was really offended by it or anything.  I mean, Collins is a passable writer, she definitely had a vision, she took her characters where she wanted to go and she followed her theme through to the end.  But for me, the story rang hollow.  There was nothing to it.  The characters were shallow, uninteresting, and for the most part, blandly generic.  We are told who they are more than shown.  Katniss is not necessarily annoying, but her character is not really compelling.  We are told she is, we are told that people like her, we are told that she forms relationships, but never do we get any evidence besides the author directly speaking to us to prove that she is any of those things.  She is a character I have read before, blending into the likes of many other YA female protagonists.  I found it difficult to find her relationships believable.  I mean, she tells us she loves her sister, but their interactions are small enough that I am forced to take the authors word for it.  The same goes for the ""love triangle.""  Her interactions and thoughts about Gale are stale and limited enough that I found myself baffled as to why Collins thought her readers would think there was anything more there than bland friendship.  And Peeta is a tool.  He is the vessel through which the reader is supposed to see Katniss's character, and understand that she really is a cool person who is loved and respected by a lot of people.  It felt too contrived, to forced.  And the story was predictable.  I could predict most of the main plot points from how the games were going to go, to how the love story was going to go.  It was all very paint-by-numbers to me.  I think for me the hardest part was being made to feel like I had to feel a certain way.  Like, the Capital is mean because Katniss says it is, and also, they do mean things.  Like, these mean evil games.  And like, Rue is a cool person because she reminds Katniss of her sister, who we are told is a cool person.  And like, Peeta is a nice person, because Katniss says he is.  And also, like, he loves her an stuff.  And of course, Katniss is super talented and smart and such, and also she can make people like her because she has a spark or something.  Which of course, being humble and such, she does not see.<br/><br/>I guess in the end, it could have been a compelling story, and I think that Collins really had a good idea.  Even her characters could have had potential, and in the hands of another author, maybe a truly gripping story would have been produced.  But as it stands, I see no need to read the other two stories.  The Wikipedia summaries are enough for me--especially as they confirm my predictions.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KW02MKZ8GBLV?ASIN=0439023521	Surprised by how much I loved this book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games kept appearing in my recommendations every time I logged onto my Amazon account and always I blew it off. I had read the synopsis but thought it just wouldn't be my thing. One day, on a whim, I decided to give it a try and though it is (as I knew it would be) pretty violent, it is also a wonderful book. I found myself still feeling like I was in the arena with Katniss long after the book ended, its message still feeling so tangible. All I can say is, I wish I had read this series sooner!<br/><br/>16 year old Katniss Everdeen, an expert (illegal) hunter from District 12 lives in a bleak version of a country that used to be the United States, now known as Panem. Spending her days sneaking under the fence that surrounds her district to hunt with her best friend Gale, Katniss provides her family with desperately needed food and is more like a mother to her younger sister Prim after her father died and her mother is a shell of her former self.<br/><br/>In this futuristic world, the government has absolute control over its citizens, including what food they can eat and what jobs they can have. The country is divided into 12 districts all with their own 'duties' for the government such as the fishing district, the technology district, and the coal district, District 12. The people of the districts live in poverty and their world feels more like the time of the early industrial revolution mixed with oppressed Europe where people were first and foremost, laborers.<br/><br/>The citizens of Panem grow up in a world where starvation is a regular occurrence and talk against the government is punishable by death. Every year, the government forces all the people of Panem to attend the ""reapings"" where one boy and one girl ages 12-18 are chosen from each district to enter the Hunger Games arena (24 kids in total)and fight to the death. When Katniss' younger sister is chosen, Katniss volunteers herself to go in, knowing full well that there is a very good chance she'll never come home. What she doesn't know, is that Peeta, the boy chosen from her district who will enter the arena with her as her enemy, has some secrets of his own that will change everything for Katniss and the citizens of Panem forever.<br/><br/>What I was most surprised to find in this novel was that through all the violence and sadness, there was a great deal of love. Love of family, of friends and on a romantic level as well. The series has the fighting spirit of the oppressed, something that I loved about the Harry Potter series which is executed wonderfully in this series as the books go on. You find yourself caught up in an engrossing story and world, to the point where you're almost certain Panem actually does exist!<br/><br/>As someone with a degree in Mass Media Communications, I found this book absolutely fascinating. Not just from the standpoint of the amazing, imaginative and captivating story but also because of how it reflects on society and the role that entertainment and media play in our lives.<br/><br/>A futuristic and brutal gladiator tale where children are forced to kill or be killed in an around the clock nation-wide broadcast, how could the story not bring to mind the current obsession with reality television? Not only that, but also the media's preoccupation with celebrities, not able to get enough of their personal lives. The contests of the Hunger Games are huge celebrities throughout Panem but mostly in the nations Capitol, the most lavish, well-fed and 'modern' district. As more children are sent off to die each year in front of the entire nation, the people of Panem are growing increasingly hostile towards their government and whispers of change are going around. Completely cut off from one another, the districts know only what the government wants them to know but when the Hunger Games are broadcast live, they may learn more than the government ever intended.<br/><br/>Read these books today, I promise, you won't be disappointed!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIZFRBRYCTHVG?ASIN=0439023521	Beach Reading for Sci-Fi/Fantasy Fans (adults)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Okay, I'll start with the part of the review that most people aren't going to agree with:<br/><br/>I don't think these books are appropriate for teenagers.  Too much violence and a very disturbing premise.  Had I been a teenager reading it, I would have been extremely upset by what I'd read and would have had a hard time getting it out of my head.  With that said:  I'm 40 years old now, and I expect the younger generation is far more jaded than I was.  If so, I do feel sad for them.  In all cases, I'll stand by what I said:  This should be considered light reading for adults rather than for teenagers.<br/><br/>But as an adult who likes science fiction/fantasy:  It's a really fun read.  Wish I'd gotten my copy the first day I arrived at the beach on my recent vacation.  This is the kind of engrossing page-turning wild-premise fantasy story that I enjoy when I've got lazy beach time.  I don't consider this ""hard-core"" science-fiction as it's spare on detail and the plot is uncomplicated.  With that said, it's really interesting with unexpected details in it.  And it's got some good themes:  self-reliance, fighting-back-against-the-system, etc.<br/><br/>As a total aside and because I'm reminded of it: My favorite fantasy novel as a teen was ""Don't Bite the Sun"" (Tanith Lee -- now repackaged together along with its sequel in ""<a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Biting-the-Sun/dp/0553581309"">Biting the Sun</a>"").  Similar female narration style, similar weird dystopian future, similar fight-against-the-system theme, WAY less violence, overall more hippie mentality.  :-)<br/><br/>Thanks &amp; I hope this is somewhat helpful.  If you're considering buying the book for your teenager, just be sure to read it first.  You may not agree with my thinking that it's too violent, but the safe bet is to just check for yourself.  I'm sure you'll enjoy the read regardless.  :-)</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FHFHTYXM2D99?ASIN=0439023521	No connections, very violent..	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger Games<br/>By Suzanne Collins<br/><br/>Usually, books full of action such as Warriors, The Twilight Saga, Percy Jackson, and more are to my liking. I read this book around the time the last book, MockingJay, came out. I was very suprised that when I flipped to the last page, I didn't feel the need to get Catching Fire, the second in the trilogy.<br/><br/>PLOT (7/10)<br/>The plot was understandable: Katniss, a girl living in a ruddy, dirty, poor District 12, with her mother and younger sister. There are tweleve districts, 12 being the worst. Katniss must hunt and care for her family because of her mother's...conditions. But, getting to the point, The Hunger Games is a deatly battle between districts, who offer tributes, a boy and a girl. Katniss's sister, Primrose, was picked to be a tribute, but, Katniss offers herself, afraid of losing her. And, that's where I started to lose interest in this book.<br/><br/>It seemed as thought Katniss didn't care that she might as well end up dying in this battle. I couldn't connect with Katniss. I would be utterly terrified if going into a war like this. She was all..no feelings. You see, in my school, we must record our reading on ""Reading Logs"" and on the back of the reading logs, we must do a connection to the main character and us. Something that happened to us in our lives that also happened to the charcter. I found this hard and finally ended up making up connections that never happened to me or in the book (Thankfully, my Language Arts teacher never read The Hunger Games) Katniss was a seemingly unusual character, who, just might have been the most boring character I will ever know.<br/><br/>LOVE (2/5)<br/><br/>KatnissXPeeta, or KatnissXGale, possibly. I think KatnissXPeeta was more because Katniss didn't interact much with Gale. There were short scenes with the two, but nothing much else, so i found it that maybe they'd be better off friends. Katniss and Peeta had a..difficut relationship. If either one wanted to win the games, they would have to kill each other, even if being from the same district. The love was complicated, but who said love never was?<br/><br/>SUSPENSE (5/5)<br/><br/>I didn't love this book, but the violence was enough to scare Ares. I was expected the Games the be full of action, but didn't know it would be..deep. As deep as the ocean. The suspense in the book was thrilling, but not a good idea for kids under 10. I'm only 12 and the violence made me feel the need to pee in my pants. For some books, getting 5/5 is good. For some, it will make you have nightmares. But depending on the type of person you are, the rating for Suspense might differ.<br/><br/>TEARS (0/5)<br/><br/>(No tears through this book)<br/><br/>CONCLUSION<br/><br/>I was about to give this book one star, but changed my mind. Collins is a good writter, and she has done pretty well with this series, because i know it's quite popular. I just really hope with that good skill, she writes a few different types of books.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2J68SOARLRFRG?ASIN=0439023521	Fast paced, easy read - definitely a teen book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a well written book with vivid characters and a few side characters I'd like to see a bit more about. The story focuses an Katnis and Peeta: the rest of the characters arn't really well fleshed out, which moves the story along quickly. Don't get me wrong, I'm not saying the other characters are ""Cardboard."" There just isn't a lot of info on them.<br/><br/>I see numerous other reviews with in depth plot explanations, so I won't go there on this book. I will try and give food for thought about other aspects of this book.<br/><br/>This is definitely a TEEN book: written to appeal the the TEEN audience by making the main characters between the ages of 12-18. That is the only reason this book didn't get 5 stars from me. I feel the book lost many points on credibly trying to market to a younger audience - at least with me it cost them a star.<br/><br/>Ask yourself this - if you were making people fight to the death, would you throw 12 year-olds into the mix? Even the Roman games had adults in them, not children. Also, which 16 year old could be plucked up out of a 3rd world country and brought into a lavish, ultra-modern, high-tech world, thrown on stage and be well composed or well spoken? Out of 24 I'd say maybe one or two could manage to make a complete sentence in front of thousands of people. The author did a good job of portraying this with Katnis, but she was supposed to be having more difficulty with the live appearance then the other contestants. You would think she would have been the norm.<br/><br/>One last side note... Peeta.... LOL great name choice and a real play on words, considering the other books! Ever heard of a PITA? Pain in the As... (rear)</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OD1Q1UVZMJM0?ASIN=0439023521	Interesting twist on old premise	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Lots of people told me how great this book was, so when it went on sale for Kindle  I scooped it up. I have to admit, I kind of like YA novels, especially for sci-fi/fantasy books, because it's easier for my brain to comprehend (if it's written for an 11 year old, I can understand it! *FISTPUMP*). So it made this a very quick read. Although it coincided with the movie release and bowing to pressure from friends, I paused my book halfway to see the movie. I have to say that I prefer the book (another discussion, another forum).<br/><br/>I thought the writing was solid and the characters were well-formed. The author makes it easy to root for Katniss through all of the trials and tribulations of the Games and made her very 'human' and relateable so that I found myself often stopping to think ""oh man, what if that was ME? Could I kill someone?"" I also enjoyed Peeta more than I thought I would. Lots of people have commented to me that he was whiny or weak but I didn't find that at all. I felt like he was just very accepting of his fate and treated everything very Zen-like (it is what it is). I can understand how some people would read that as weak-willed or even whiny, but I didn't have a problem with him at all.<br/><br/>The concept of the Games is an old one (Battle Royale, Running Man, etc.), but I thought this was a fun interpretation and I really enjoyed the stark contrast of the ""new"" and ""old"" in this future (where Katniss is from Appalachia and her father was a coal miner, but in the Capitol everything is so extremely high-tech). Some of the concepts behind not just the Games but the vision of this future were very smart and I look forward to the rest of the series.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FEXZP45C504K?ASIN=0439023521	Exciting Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I received an early review copy of this book, and I've been recommending it to teens and adults all summer long! On top of that, keeping track of the review copy has been a challenge; everyone who's flipped through a few pages found it impossible to put down.<br/><br/>As the other reviews will tell you, Katniss ends up a competitor in the Hunger Games, where young people from all around a post-apocalyptic nation come together to fight to the death...and maybe keep their families at home safe and well-fed. Katniss has another motivating reason--her younger sister ""wins"" the lottery, and so she chooses to take her sister's place, even with certain death facing her in the Games. A stay of execution is found in the pageantry and ceremony of the Games, but it's not long before Katniss is in the arena, and must figure out how to survive.<br/><br/>I think this book is so appealing because it combines elements of so many genres: science fiction/speculative fiction, adventure, reality television (yes, really), romance, survival stories, and so on. There are also a number of interesting moral questions to discuss in how the government is run and the choices that the teens make during the Games to survive and to conquer their competitors. Don't expect a breezy children's book where no one needs more than a bandage and a pat on the head; there are no pulled punches.<br/><br/>I disagree that the ending of this book would ""only make sense to a woman,"" as another reviewer said. There's no way to explain further without spoiling the ending, though, except to say that the ending deliberately does not tie up all of the loose threads. The Hunger Games raises many questions, and is all the better for it.<br/><br/>Highly recommended.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HDW0QAHCGPDT?ASIN=0439023521	Entertaining but far (and I mean FAR) from challenging	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I first saw this book many months ago but was scared off by some of the reviews suggesting it was a book geared more towards teenagers.  I then was given a glowing review from a friend who said he didn't understand how it would be considered a book for teens when the premise involves lots of killing.  I then continued to hear good things and decided to cave and give it a read before I watched the movie for it.  It became apparent within the first few pages as to why it is considered that sort of book because it seems to have been written for people who have no attention span.  I mean, it has zero depth to it, the dialogue is as generic and straight forward as can be (the worst offender is at one point when Katniss says ""thank you to the people of District 11"" which, when put in proper context, is a pathetic attempt at a monologue), and I ended it just wanting so much more.  The book itself is a very entertaining read, and it is easy to just sit down and blow right through it, but this book could have been an all-time favorite of mine had it not been so simplified.  With other books, the reason why most people always like the book more than that movie is because the book, by virtue of it being written, has so much more detail and allows you to truly connect to the characters making you bask in the highs and cry in the lows, but this book was written almost as if it was specifically designed to become a movie.  As I continued with it I convinced myself that the author must have been trying to commercialize it as much as possible because there were a few flashes of literary brilliance that hinted at her abilities.  Very disappointed in it... Oh, and the movie is even WORSE!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LL35CDP7S9UZ?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie first and then read the book. I wish I had read the book first! It was so engaging and well written that I could not put it down. You feel like you are right there in the arena with Katniss. Definitely going to buy the others.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DQUO3JT39VRI?ASIN=0439023521	Addictive!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's written in first person and is a tear jerker. It was also a fast read; I was wondering if that would be the case the first chapter in, but by the time the drawing for the Hunger Games came I was hooked and couldn't put it down.<br/><br/>Strange when you find out what the Hunger Games are - 2 children from each district (all under 18 years of age) forced to battle to the death in a open outside arena for days. The last one standing wins their freedom and a little pocket money. The book is set in the future and reminded me of Running Man or Logan's Run with kids.<br/><br/>The main character is a no-fuss tomboy type whose mother has mentally checked out and left her to fend for the family (her father is dead). She sacrifices herself on behalf of her sister whose name was drawn for the games. You get the idea that her younger sister is all that really matters in the end. She has no problem throwing herself to the wolves if it will buy her sister another day.<br/><br/>Once she gets to the games things get gruesome and tragic very quick. There is several chapters beforehand that deal with the preparation for the Hunger Games which is treated by the elite as a disgustingly immoral televised survival game.<br/><br/>Meanwhile a love triangle develops between the main character and one of the other contestants. The problem is that the other guy in the love triangle is at home watching the game on television, so the only contact the reader has with him is through her memories. This makes it hard to feel much for the guy at home and the triangle seems a tad one sided by the end of the book.<br/><br/>I would recommend this book to pretty much anyone - it pretty hard not to like on some level.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DH7AQ7HJC0XQ?ASIN=0439023521	My heroine	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins is a great writer. I quickly became engrossed in this book and didn't want to put it down. It's great fantasy and you feel like you're there, no problem. I'm keeping it to read again. Inspires me to write my own novel series.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLK10PYCO2TU6?ASIN=0439023521	Love!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I highly recommend reading this book, even if you've already seen the movie. For instance I saw the movie first but after reading this I had a whole new appreciation for the characters. The movie was great, but the book is soooo much better!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UBWH9ITM2RMT?ASIN=0439023521	Exciting Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was interested in this book through the recommendation of my daughter. It is filled with times of sheer excietment and horror at the same time. It is not a book for children but it is one that I would recommend for those who like thillers.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPIZNMPWMC4JA?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing and Thrilling	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was an amazing read. I saw the movie before I read it and found many differences. I enjoyed the book much more. It kept me reading because I was  on the edge of my seat the whole time. I can't wait  to read the next books in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRKHAQFRXRVM2?ASIN=0439023521	Riveting, could not put it down.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">First of all this is one of those books where you barely can put it down, so well written it is. I started reading this book 2 days ago and will finish it tonite.<br/><br/>It's well paced, the detailing and descriptions are enough to give substance but not too much to make it boring, the characters are intriguing, and while the book talks about violence and romance, it never gets too much into those aspects that they dominate it.<br/><br/>But most of all the author was able to add a freshness to a theme that is not new per se by combining elements from several other stories, and create contrasting realities between the Capitol and the districts, an explanation of how the Hunger Games operate, and so on.<br/><br/>Life in the districts sound like a Mad Max movie while life in the Capitol seems like one of these sci-fi movies where cities are perfect and everything is easy. The preparation for the Games sounds like one of the celebrity reality shows, but in the future, and the Hunger Games actually come up like a medieval version of the movie The Running Man (with Mr. Schwarzneger) but with technological interferences from the Capitol leaders that include weather changing and mutated animals. And finally, while the combo female author-female teenage main character could sound like a new Twilight series, the only hint from that is the absence of explicit sexuality.<br/><br/>It's definitely not a book to change your life permanently or make you a philosopher, or anything like that. It's just a great read, that will entertain, intrigue and leave you with that sad feeling when it finishes, just like the Millenium trilogy books. Not coincidentally, both were in the best sellers list for several months.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JZJ9ZMBIVXCK?ASIN=0439023521	An insight to another society! Incredible book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Its the 74th annual hunger games meaning this is the 74th time tributes fight til the death. Every year as punishment to the rebellion of district 13, which no longer exist, the other 12 districts must elect a boy and girl from the ages of 12 - 18 through a reaping. The tributes are later trained and then sent into the arena as they battle with others. A cruicial ""celebration"", and everyone watches as their children fights for their survival.<br/><br/>However in the story the protagonist Katniss, from district 12, volunteered in the games in order to save her precious sister Primrose. Peeta, the boy canidate is a boy who helped Katniss in her time of need years ago. The games begins and the rule for the 74 years of the game is only one winner.<br/><br/>Katniss enters the arena and it becomes the most memorable year. The Hunger Games gets more intriguing  with twisted events that no one in Panem has ever expected, especially when it is directed towards the Capitol and system.<br/><br/>Although will she survive? What are the consequences to her action?<br/><br/>It is a book I borrowed from my teacher for an assignment and I couldn't put it down, even at my work. Even after reading it and unfortunately returning it, I was determined to get my own copy of the book, so I went out to buy it. An easy read so you can visualize the story like a movie. The writing was amazing, great descriptions and details, it really helped the imagery.<br/>It leads you guessing, but everytime it'll surprise you with something unexpected, a great storyline.<br/><br/>Overall definitely a must read book, especially for sci-fi lovers! ¢¾ It is recommended for teens and older since it does contain some gruesome parts.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPBAVZXY421B7?ASIN=0439023521	Gladiator games in a future North American country	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well written page turner book. Good plot and characters who are alive and real.<br/><br/>The premiss of setting citizen against citizen in a fight to the death is depressing as it resembles the Romans and gladiators of centuries past. . This is a book set in Panum, a country that resides on the ruins of America. There are twelve functioning outer areas whose purpose is to support the capital district. There is a 13th area, which had rebelled and was destroyed. Once a year, a young man and a young woman between the ages of 12 and 18 are selected from each of the twelve districts, and after a brief indoctrination and training period, are transferred to an area. Sixteen-year-old Katniss Everdeen, who lives alone with her mother and younger sister, regards it as a death sentence when she is forced to represent her district in the Games. She hunts extensively and is skilled with a bow. She knows it will be a very long short for her to survive. The rules are change so that instead on only one winner, that there can be a male and a female winner. The Games are televised to all of the population, and are very popular every year, especially in the capital district. She has many adventures, and does survive with some good breaks and help. She helps the male winner who is injured in the process of surviving.<br/><br/>What is depressing to me is that I believe that this is so popular because we do not find it impossible to believe that there would be people acting like the people in the central district who run the country. I wish that no one could possibly believe that events like the Games in the book could ever happen again on earth, and especially not in the USA.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLJ5A7Q8RINC4?ASIN=0439023521	Interesting world, bad plot	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is a story set in a bleak post-apocalyptic future controlled by a fascist government.  Modern day North America is now a country called Panem, made up of twelve districts (And a destroyed thirteenth district).  For some reason, the ruling Capitol district requires that each of the twelve districts enlist two of their children to compete in a battle royale (Or Battle Royale, since it borrows heavily from that book) in order to prove that they have control over them.  I'm not really sure how this would be an effective way to keep order, but just go with it.  This review contains spoilers!<br/><br/>Anyway, it's not the worst book I've read, but I can tell that Collins definitely didn't know exactly how she wanted to end it.  As far as the writing goes, there were definitely a few instances where I would read a mangled sentence and just scratch my head.  I wouldn't really say that this is Collins fault so much as the editor, though, so I give this a pass.  What I can't forgive are the inherent flaws with the plot.  Allow me to explain:<br/><br/>1)  The way that the deaths of the contestants are handled.  I think this could be a product of choosing to do a first-person narrative rather than third-person.  Most of the contestants die off screen, and very rarely do we get to see anything actually take place near Katniss (What's with that name, by the way?  But I digress).  I'm pretty sure that the only time in the entire book Katniss directly kills anybody is when she puts an arrow through the throat of Nameless Contestant #whatever after he kills Rue.  Regardless of whether you decide to include the Tracker Jacker ""kill"" in the list, she never actually had to kill anybody unprovoked and it almost feels kind of cheap on the part of the author.  As an aside, Foxface inexplicably dies from eating poisonous berries which is pretty much the last thing you would expect to happen to an ""intelligent"" character.<br/><br/>Probably the most heinous example of what I'm talking about is Thresh.  Collins spends quite a bit of the book building up Thresh and making him an extremely imposing obstacle.  I was expecting some big final showdown with Thresh until he suddenly died offscreen.  See what I am talking about here?<br/><br/>2) Way too much of this love business.  I don't really have a problem with Peeta + Katniss or whatever, but why did Collins feel the need to draw it out and act like there's some love triangle going on when there isn't?  Gale is in the book for maybe a few pages.  It makes zero sense to have Katniss feel like she has some big choice to make.  It didn't help that the romance got in the way of some things that would have been interesting to see like, um, the FIGHT WITH THRESH?<br/><br/>3) The rule changes.  It's the author's world, I respect that.  What I don't respect is when the author changes the rules multiple times as it fits the plot.  Don't want Katniss to have to deal with the no-win scenario and off Peeta?  Have the Capitol change the rules for no reason at all.  Need to have some dramatic finale where Katniss and Peeta have to think of a way out of the no-win situation AFTER deciding they wouldn't kill each other? Change the rules back!  Peeta has blood poisoning and you wrote yourself into a corner?  Capitol puts backpacks out filled with things each of the contestants desperately needs!<br/><br/>4) The Muttations (Her word, not mine.)  I can't fathom why Collins thought this was necessary.  I had to reread the paragraph where they're introduced a few times just to digest what the hell was happening.  I understand that this is a futuristic district that has access to impossibly skilled geneticists but since when does genetic engineering mean you can create zombie werewolves?  I'm not kidding, zombie werewolves were put into this book.  It also exposes a pretty obvious plot hole.... think about it:<br/>The Capitol didn't want there to be no winner at all, right?  They reacted pretty quickly when Katniss and Peeta were both going to eat those toxic berries.  So if they were against not having any winner at all, why would they release those killer mutts?  Those things could have killed all three contestants that were remaining pretty easily, and almost did.  See what I mean about this not making any sense?<br/><br/>The ending itself is just worthless on countless levels.  There is really no resolution to anything at all, it's all just a teaser for the next book (Which I will not be reading).  Katniss has a chance to stand up to the Capitol and doesn't.  Peeta really ""loves"" Katniss but Katniss doesn't ""love"" him back.  You can argue that this is O.K. because it's a trilogy but it really isn't okay at all.  Each book should be a stand alone story and have a resolution.  Each book of Harry Potter had a resolution, didn't it? It was part of an overarching plot, but each book definitely could stand alone as a good fantasy story.  Not so with this series.<br/><br/>I really wanted to like this book more.  For what it's worth, the world it's set in is pretty interesting and well developed (Well, minus the zombie werewolves).  The book really falls apart once the titular Hunger Games get started, so I really only enjoyed the first half of the book.  It is a young adult novel, so if you want to check it out of the library you can easily read it in a night.  I would not pay money for this book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNAXAOVPJESX9?ASIN=0439023521	heartbreaking storyline	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">These books are both inspiring and heartbreaking. The more I read the more I want to read but the closer I am to the end. I am constantly on the edge of my seat wondering what's going to happen next. And in the end, who will defeat Snow....</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10DZ3O4PJ9Q6R?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games worth the read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Easy, quick read with interesting story. I usually read books that require much contemplation so it was really nice reading a "" no brainer"" that held my attention and left me wanting more.<br/><br/>Also movie was true to the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QN30EHAPI8GC?ASIN=0439023521	I Liked The Movie, The Book Is Even Better	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After seeing the Hunger Games movies, I finally got around to reading the books. The books are better, perhaps unsurprisingly. There's much more of Katniss' inner life, and, perhaps more importantly, more *hunger*. The film did a mediocre job of really portraying how desperate life is for those not in the capital. Also, the book is more brutal and visceral. It says something about the antiquated standards of the MPAA that a book written for tweens needed to be toned down for a PG-13 rating; if 11-14 year olds are reading these books, they should be trusted to be able to handle seeing an accurate depiction of them on-screen.<br/><br/>All three books in the series have a lot to say about modern attitudes towards media, celebrity, government, and so on. There's a refreshingly honest cynicism about power and those who seek it, and how you can easily become the thing you wish to fight against, balanced with a message that even if you know perfection is not possible, this doesn't mean you should stop fighting to get things as good as you can manage.<br/><br/>With a few exceptions, the author rarely has characters explicitly state whatever point is being made; rather, the reader is trusted to take what's being shown and figure out the message themselves. (It's easy to spin things according to whatever political bias you have -- is the decadent, consumerist, Capital an anti-capitalist message, or is the Capital's total control over all production, ownership, and distribution an anti-communist message, or is the message, more correctly, ""Power corrupts, and it really doesn't matter what the catchphrases are or what justification the tyrants offer.""?)</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27ONIYO9RIE0C?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic Execution!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It all begins with the drop of a hand and the selection of a name. Primrose Everdeen is the name that is called as the crowd falls silent. Primrose Everdeen is the innocent girl everyone loves, and at only twelve years of age, it is a shame she is the one who has been selected to compete in the annual Hunger Games where the prize for winning is the promise of a great life, and the price of losing is an unfortunate death at the hands of another tribute from another district. This news does not sit right with older sister Katniss, who, in a heat of the moment, uses her voice and volunteers herself instead. Suddenly she and boy tribute Peeta Mellark are thrust into a new world, fed foods of the luxurious kind, polished, and treated as royalty as they are transported to the Capitol where they will train until the countdown runs down and the Games begin. Then the bloodshed begins, as all twenty-four tributes have to face the wrath of nature and man until one tribute remains standing as victor.<br/><br/>In what is, quite possibly, one of the rawest, goriest novels I've read, Suzanne Collins has created a fantastic dystopian world with an interesting premise, and amazing execution. It includes a romance, that even though it isn't the main focus of the story, is great enough for me to enjoy. All of the characters were unique in each of their ways, and the descriptions and character building were sublime. Now I know why people love this series so much and I am glad I bought the box set of all three two years ago. Had I known such awesomeness was sitting on my shelf all of this time, I would have picked it up sooner. After reading, I am DEFINITELY Team Peeta ;)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SOO9TTITUA0N?ASIN=0439023521	I thought this would be creepy and depressing but I was wrong!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So I had heard a description of this book on NPR one day and was interested in the idea but thought, ""No way I'm going to read it. Sounds creepy and depressing."" The older I get, the less I can tolerate sad/disturbing movies, books, etc.  But then a colleague read it and raved (like so many) ""I could not. put. this book. down. You would love it!""  Fast-forward another year and I decided to start a Young Adult Fiction Book Club with friends. This was our first book choice, so I finally committed to reading it. As you may have guessed, I could not put the darned thing down. It was not depressing (not to me anyway) but simply fascinating. It is the kind of read that makes you feel like you are a kid again, furiously turning the pages to find out what happens next. (Incidentally, all the book club members started emailing each other about how much we all loved the book and how we could hardly wait to talk about it.)<br/><br/>Again, like so many who have talked about this book, I am not a fan of science fiction, but this is sort of in its own category. The characters, the motivations, the overarching plot, it is all unending food for thought. I want to say so much more, but don't want to even taint the first-time-reading experience for any of the book's potential readers. It is such fun to walk into this with no expectations! Enjoy the voyage! Oh, and just to save you time, go ahead and order the other two sequel books now, because you're going to want to reach for them when you get to the last page. I have Catching Fire ready and waiting on my nightstand. Luckily it's Saturday night so if I can't put this one down and lose a night's sleep, so be it!<br/><br/>Have fun!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LK265SGCO07Q?ASIN=0439023521	Thought it would depress but it didn't!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So I had heard a description of this book on NPR one day and was interested in the idea but thought, ""No way I'm going to read it. Sounds creepy and depressing."" The older I get, the less I can tolerate sad/disturbing movies, books, etc. But then a colleague read it and raved (like so many) ""I could not. put. this book. down. You would love it!"" Fast-forward another year and I decided to start a Young Adult Fiction Book Club with friends. This was our first book choice, so I finally committed to reading it. As you may have guessed, I could not put the darned thing down. It was not depressing (not to me anyway) but simply fascinating. It is the kind of read that makes you feel like you are a kid again, furiously turning the pages to find out what happens next. (Incidentally, all the book club members started emailing each other about how much we all loved the book and how we could hardly wait to talk about it.)<br/><br/>Again, like so many who have talked about this book, I am not a fan of science fiction, but this is sort of in its own category. The characters, the motivations, the overarching plot, it is all unending food for thought. I want to say so much more, but don't want to even taint the first-time-reading experience for any of the book's potential readers. It is such fun to walk into this with no expectations! Enjoy the voyage! Oh, and just to save you time, go ahead and order the other two sequel books now, because you're going to want to reach for them when you get to the last page. I have Catching Fire ready and waiting on my nightstand. Luckily it's Saturday night so if I can't put this one down and lose a night's sleep, so be it!<br/><br/>Have fun!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RN4EYQX52TW81?ASIN=0439023521	Great sci-fi read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Quite the page turner.  Much better than the movie.  It's important to read The Hunger Games first.  The books are listed under ""children"" books but I am way older and really enjoyed the sci-fi because it's not so far from reality.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMFBS1BQ3Y7ES?ASIN=0439023521	amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I heard a lot about this trilogy from friends and from other reviews and I have to say it was more than I expected, after reading it on my kindle I bought the books. It had me from the start and I had to fight to put it down. Just amazing.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXQ0DRQPC7VN9?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent beginning	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins is the first book in a trilogy. I will admit that I saw the movie first, but I always make sure to read the books of movies I see. No comparison will be drawn between the two.<br/><br/>The main character, Katniss, is a skilled hunter who provides food for her mother and younger sister. In the world of Panem, The Hunger Games take place once a year and force one boy and girl between 12 and 18 years old from each of the twelve districts to fight to the death. A chain of events leads to the fact that Katniss, this year, is the so called tribute for District 12.<br/><br/>The characters in this book are unique and diverse. Katniss is strong-willed and surrounded by a variety of characters that each have their own unique personality. I grew to love almost every one of them in some way or another.<br/><br/>My one issue is that we did not get the chance to learn more about the other tributes, aside from very basic information. While I do understand that Katniss, herself, could not learn much about them or else it would ruin the game, I still feel it would have been nice to know a bit more.<br/><br/>That aside, Suzanne Collins did a good job keeping me interested in the story. It was not packed with action at every moment; the start is much slower and there are moments of rest, despite the threat that looms overhead.<br/><br/>Overall, I enjoyed this book and will be reading its sequel soon. Four out of five stars due to small things that I feel could have been improved upon, like getting to know the other tributes, but it's still a great book.<br/><br/>I recommend it to anyone who enjoys a good dystopian novel.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NCQVT6RXPH4?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games Review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I was first told about The Hunger Games, I never in a million years thought that I would like this book. I'm not a big fan of killing and sad stories. Especially children killing children. However, as morbid as it sounds, I was pleasantly surprised.<br/><br/>To start off, I loved the writing. I love books with a lot of suspense in them, and this one nailed it. The writing drew me in, and I was unable to put it down. I just had to find out what happened next. I was also happy with the fact that it wasn't terribly gruesome (I don't like blood and guts and gore too much).<br/><br/>I also loved the characters. I was afraid for them, cried for them, at some points I even wished I was them (I am a sucker for romance, I have to admit, and Peeta's character was rather appealing to me).<br/><br/>Now to the sad part. The reason that I only gave it three stars. The first reason is, I really don't like the idea of brutality and children killing children. I prefer happier subjects to be honest. My visualization skills are excellent, and I hate to see a twelve year old die in my head.<br/><br/>Also, some of the dialogue and story choices didn't make too much sense to me. In the beginning, the way the author writes sounds almost forced, but that eventually goes away within the first few chapters. Another example is the part with the [ fallen tribute dog mutations in the end. It didn't make sense to me, wasn't well explained (did the dogs embody the fallen tributes' souls? did they have their eyes? I just didn't get it), and it seemed kind of thrown in there. I would have preferred Katniss or Peeta to have killed Cato directly, over these dog things.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CYAV57S4YAUM?ASIN=0439023521	Just like a book you can't put down, the audiobook I couldn't stop!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've never really done a full review of an audiobook, so this will be quick. This audiobook was excellent! The narrator was amazing in her character portrayals and did a great job in transferring Suzanne Collins tone to her audience. I could feel the suspense and emotions that Katniss went through; I could imagine the scenery and endure the desperation. The plot was filled with rebellion, hope, survival, the passion of unrequited love and debts to be paid. I'm enthused to begin on Catching Fire!<br/><br/>Quotes I took from bookmarking the audiobook:<br/><br/>""The Rules of the Hunger Games are simple:<br/>in punishment for the uprising, each of the twelve districts must provide one girl and one boy, called tributes, to participate. The twenty-four tributes will be imprisoned in a vast outdoor arena that could hold anything from a burning desert to a frozen wasteland. Over a period of several weeks, the competitors must fight to the death. The last tribute standing, wins."" (part 1, 30:25)<br/><br/>""I can't help comparing what I have with Gale, to what I'm pretending to have with Peeta. How I never questioned Gale's motives, while I do nothing but doubt the latter's. It's not a fair comparison, really. Gale and I were thrown together by a mutual need to survive. Peeta and I know the other's survival means our own death."" (part 3, 49:00)<br/><br/>""There's no way to take revenge on The Capitol, is there? Then I remember Peeta's words on the roof, `only I keep wishing I could think of a way to show The Capitol they don't own me. That I'm more than just a piece in their games.' And for the first time, I understand what he means."" (part 6, 50:00)</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VDY35QRXYREJ?ASIN=0439023521	Sad Reflection on Contemporary Youth and Society	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">To an extent, authors must write what the market demands. If it is gore, or hormonal tantrums that are in demand, the author must write about gore and hormonal tantrums. That's essentially what this book contains, together with a narcissistic depiction of luxury that neither the characters nor most of us would ordinarily have.<br/><br/>Yet, authors have the opportunity to mix in a more nutritious message. I picked up the book hoping that in addition to the gore there would be a unique exploration of the circumstances of an America divided into an imperial center and colonized periphery. I thought there would be segues into the economics, the political arrangements. At least a shimmer of a coming re-revolution.<br/><br/>But no, the only faintest allusion to such matters is a couple of sentences every 100 pages where a particularly adolescent mind thinks hissily ""if only the capital hadn't forced us to fight"". What a waste! Even a historical account of how things came to be that way would have been nice. But no, the sole focus of such an intriguing context is just a minimal excuse for a setting where humans kill each other for the entertainment of other human beings.<br/><br/>The rest of the text is divided roughly equally into gore, and the most simplistic kind of emotional angst. The latter comprises of person A kind of being nice to person B and then person B feels particularly obliged to person A sparing their life for just a little bit.<br/><br/>It occurs to me that it is nothing but an extension of the tabloid/reality-show fascination. The fact that it is<br/>popular with current youth bothers me because I was kinda hoping things would swing back to better with the next generation, but part of me worries that they'd just love to have some excuse to watch some kind of kill-fest. And there's a lot of war going around already.<br/><br/>Also ""Peeta"" - the most ridiculous choice of name in a novel with also a significant focus on food. Yes, all the basal instincts are covered and nothing at at a higher plane. The love story from Peeta's side is as sappy and simplistic and unbelievable as it possibly could be.<br/><br/>One more thing, be prepared to develop a mild desire to eat rabbit as you work through the gore and sap.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28WF3YWVCYOKL?ASIN=0439023521	Solid dystopic novel about a nightmarish near future	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins' ""The Hunger Games"" is a story about Katniss, who is a survivor from the word go; she hunts, traps, and gathers in order to feed her mother and younger sister despite the fact she's only sixteen.  Her best friend is a guy named Gale; he's a few years older than she, is also a hunter/gatherer, and they both evade the authorities in their dystopic near future with ease.<br/><br/>After Ms. Collins introduces these two, she shows what she calls ""the reaping,"" which is how the Hunger Games gets contestants; two teens, from ages twelve to eighteen, must compete against each other from every district -- this is a dictate from the ruling dictator (or dictators) of Panem, and no one can evade it.  (In Panem, there are twelve districts.  Katniss comes from the absolute poorest, District Twelve, which comprises modern day Appalachia.)  To Katniss's horror, her younger sister Primrose is chosen in the reaping despite being only twelve and having only one entry.  (There are ways to get extra oil and grain if you sign up for more entries, which is why getting chosen on your first reaping with only one entry is extremely maddening, as well as shocking.)  Katniss volunteers instead; she knows she'll probably die, but her sister definitely will and to her, that means she must be the one who goes.<br/><br/>The other contestant chosen is a young man named Peeta, who is just Katniss's age; he's a baker by trade, but isn't really any stronger or healthier than is Katniss.  (Everyone in District Twelve is starving, it appears, except for the politicians.  Even they aren't doing too well.)<br/><br/>During the competition of the Hunger Games, we find out a lot more about Katniss, a lot more about Peeta, and a lot more about this dystopic world -- mostly, I wanted to take the whole lot of them out of there and get them somewhere safe, wherever that is considering a lot of the former U.S. of A. in Collins' vision has been blown to bits and we really don't find out anything about the other countries of the world.  (Apparently the dictatorship of Panem doesn't want the citizens to know there are any other alternatives out there.)<br/><br/>This is an excellent novel despite its grimness; I especailly enjoyed the budding, halting romance between Peeta and Katniss (she's a strong, silent type and Peeta is much more open -- I liked this role reversal).  There also was some excellent action-adventure going on, which I definitely appreciated.<br/><br/>But the best reason to read this book is because it doesn't talk down to anyone, it doesn't preach to anyone -- it just tells the story through Katniss's eyes, and it works.  Very well.<br/><br/>Four stars, recommended for all ages despite some violence.<br/><br/>Barb Caffrey</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OLGVR0XT3QMF?ASIN=0439023521	Audiobook	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When the book first came out I wasn't interested. Then I saw the movies and began to find my self wanting more after each one. The audio booked helped to fill in all the blanks the movie altered and or omitted while given that movie feel.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1S4SGZE1OY3RF?ASIN=0439023521	Hungering for more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't expect this book to be as good as it was. Katniss is an appealing character; you find yourself caring about her almost from the beginning of the book. There's good suspense woven throughout. Looking forward to reading the sequel.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R263WZJTP6LXQ0?ASIN=0439023521	This is a awesome book,!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a awesome book, but I recommend this book for 12-17 years and older. It's very gruesome  and  involves children killing children.  Other than that it is a awesome book.  And may the odds be ever in your favour. Happy Hunger Games!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14DKZTGJZSGTC?ASIN=0439023521	Don't be silly--Of Course you must read it.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Instant classic and deservedly so.  This woman can tell a story very well.  You don't realize until it's over how much of it is already true.  This isn't science fiction; it isn't fantasy; it isn't young-adult fiction.  This is your life.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UVH3VTKNADUX?ASIN=0439023521	A swift read that will make you want more!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So I guess it's good that it's a trilogy then, huh? Good read, great for the summer. Concept is dark and at times, can be a real bummer...but overall, if you are looking for a  fast-paced and thought-provoking read, this is what you want.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DJTLKN824AY0?ASIN=0439023521	Katniss: A Hero of Humanity's Fateful Plight	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When the motion picture of The Hunger Games was released, I had no idea what this series was about. I'm not one to jump on the bandwagon, until I heard it was about New World Order and apocalyptic themes. Being as a fan of possible futures, I dug my heels in and bought the book. The narrative was easily accessible with great visuals of a place like we know, but lost in a terrible fate. Katniss Everdeen's narrative was strong, as a girl that was trapped in world where food was scarce and she had family to take care after her father's death. This touching story had me spellbound with baited breath never wanting to see even a paragraph ahead, it was that good. The romance was well suited and not at all heavy handed like the ""Twilight"" series. Frankly, love is just another part of Katniss's life that she can lose in the Games. The most surprising element was how moving the protagonist's sensitivity for her fellow competitor was illuminated. On the other hand, this story didn't throw down a story that was too much of a political agenda, and where it was bordering on it, it never strayed very far into a contemporary political message. The story was fresh and new merging the elements of the Greek or Roman Colosseum and the sensationalized reality TV. Leaving the reader with a couple moral questions: if the Hunger Games was a real event on TV now, would you watch it? If you would, what does that say about society and ourselves? I would highly recommend it to anyone about that likes apocalyptic themes, accessible narratives, and a strong sensitivity to the plight of humanity that are conscripted against their will to die for the amusement of strangers.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2C685NLCG0O0G?ASIN=0439023521	First book only	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This review is only for the first book, The Hunger Games.<br/><br/>I really enjoyed reading this book, far more than I actually thought i would. The pacing was somewhat slow in the beginning, which I think can be typical because that's where the author sets up the background and story, and speeds up slightly towards the end. There are places where it drags a bit, but overall the pacing is decent.<br/><br/>The character of Katniss is interesting to me--at times she seems to live in an emotional void, yet she is strongly effected by certain people or situations. I would never have used the word strong to describe her as many other people do, but I will say she's a survivor. She is a really complex character that was hard for me to grasp and figure out who she is exactly. I loved the character of Peeta because he just always seemed comfortable with who he is and strong because of it--his character seemed to be light and hope. For me Gale was a harder character to grasp, which is interesting considering that he really is a central figure in Katniss' life.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games: the games are violent, but not as graphic as I thought they could have been. I'm not disappointed since it is a young adult novel. There were times when any sense of urgency is lost, which I kind of felt sad about because it is a ""fight for your life"" even she is in. Certain parts really moved me and made it hard to put the book down.<br/><br/>Overall, this is definitely an easy book to read. Personally, I responded really well to the world Collins created and had a very hard time putting the book down. I also think it is a book I will read again in the future.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FB2Y9183GWL8?ASIN=0439023521	I'm not really into YA Lit, but...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was extremely well-written and entertaining. Katniss was well-defined and relatable. The emotions were gripping, and I couldn't help but be sucked into the action. I started reading and couldn't put it down. Highly recommended!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14WJ35A5WS7ZW?ASIN=0439023521	Alright	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I kinda hated this book. I felt like it was awefully written and had to force myself to even finish the book. Not even close to Harry Potter or twilight. This book would only be good high schoolers younger than 16, and that's pushing it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35MMOUM5LYZ31?ASIN=0439023521	Loved this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this book.  I have read the whole series but this one is the jewel of the three.  This reminds me of when I was reading the Lord of the Rings series.  I got so wrapped up in their world that I hated to put the book down.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1J0LVN4FYISI?ASIN=0439023521	SMART STORY	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The writing was pure and believable.  The way Collins broke down the characters and where they came from was down right reality at it best. I want people to read this book they will get a ride of a life story. I gave this book six star .</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UU2DMOIOMTN8?ASIN=0439023521	Review of the book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">In book 1 the 74th annual Hunger Games are approaching. The way it works is that one boy and one girl between the ages of 12-18 from each district put in what I consider as a raffle with their name on it according to there age starting at one raffle at twelve and so on to be  chosen to fight to the death where only one remains (There are 12 districts). In the homes of District 12 lye some of your characters Katniss Everdeen (Main Character), her sister Prim(short for Primrose), her mother(her father died), Gale(her best friend), and Peeta Mellark. Also if you decide to take a tesserae or a years supply of grain and oil for one person that means you have to enter your name in the raffle another time(you can do this as many times as you want). Now getting back to the summary, Katniss, Prim and her mother are getting ready for the reaping(the reaping is the day the names are chosen). When they get there, Katniss and her mother believe that since Prim's name is in there only once that she will not be chosen. That all changes once Prim's name is called as tribute over the loudspeaker. Katniss and her mother are shocked and Katniss volunteers to take Prim's place where she will meet different people and have to choose between life and death.<br/>  I thought that this book was a must read because of all the excitement and suspense that was put into this book like when it says ""Effie Trinket crosses back to the podium, smoothes the slip of paper, and reads out the name in a clear voice. And it's not me. It's Primrose Everdeen."" Another opinion that I had on this book is that I think it is 13 and older book because of how deep the book can get.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCCYCO1GT8GTB?ASIN=0439023521	Magnificent!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This novel, the first in a trilogy, is written for a young adult audience (7th grade and up) with a female lead.  But The Hunger Games had more than enough firepower and complexity to completely captivate this middle-aged male.<br/><br/>I won't ruin the book by telling you much about it, but imagine a mash-up of Shirley Jackson's classic 1948 short story The Lottery and the novel The Running Man by Stephen King (writing under the pseudonym Richard Bachman).  Take those ideas from a 16-year-old girl's perspective in a future America that hasn't turned out well, and you've pretty much got the idea.<br/><br/>Written in the first-person, the lead character's voice had me from page one.  Once in a while Ms. Collins slips up and falls out of that strong voice for a phrase or two.  Usually that takes me out of the story, but with The Hunger Games the occasional off notes only serve to remind me how stinking good this book is and how powerful the voice of Katniss is throughout.<br/><br/>It's a violent book.  Characters suffer gruesome injuries or are killed by spears, fire, insects, arrows, rocks, explosives, etc.  I'm not sure every 7th grader is ready for this one.  There's a love triangle of sorts running through that rings false because it's all too chaste.  That our heroine spent all those days alone in the woods back home with her hunting buddy, and he never once put any moves on her--well, it defies logic.  I guess that must be one of the conventions of YA fiction--violence okay, sexuality not okay.<br/><br/>Despite its tiny flaws, this is one beautiful book, and the humanity in it comes through like the voice of the singing mockingjays in the land of Panem.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXIG2XPKG9XKV?ASIN=0439023521	And the point of the story is....?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My 12 y.o. son and I began this book fighting over who was taking longer to turn the page because that's what it started out as - a page turner..... fer sure!<br/>But of couse I lost out and he filled me in on the ending because I had to oversee his homework assigned by his 6th grade teacher. The assignment required a written page for each 2 chapters on What I KNOW, What I want to learn in these next 2 chapters and finally What I LEARNED from reading these 2 chapters.<br/><br/>When he explained the last several chapters to me I tried not to signal my disappointment.<br/><br/>I asked him how he felt about the plot resolution and he said.... hmmm kinda ho hum... that he was expecting more.<br/><br/>I mean I get that the premise is fighting to the death but when we looked at Katniss' evolution - she went from a self-sacrificing - give my life for my loved ones - to survival of the fittest - to 'Gee - let's play russian roulette with dual suicide and see if that works to get our way'.<br/><br/>Maybe that works for an older age of young adults but I was a little dismayed at the suicide pact when the real world of young adults has its fair share of this reality. So I asked my son, what was the author's message? What was Suzanne Collins' theme - what was she saying to her readers? That sometimes it's ok to kill? That morality is not so clear when our lives are at stake?<br/>Maybe I'm not a mother of a teenager yet and may have to eventually deal with the 'oh mom - it's just a story' - 'i'm not going to go out and kill or be killed'<br/><br/>So what was the Author's message?<br/>My son asked - ""Do all stories have to have an author's message, mom?""<br/>Well - what do y'all think?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2AOEQWX53NQ6O?ASIN=0439023521	What a page turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">To me this series feels reminiscent of the Harry potter books. I can imagine children in their preteens reading this book with the same excitement I had reading Harry potter when those books first came out.<br/><br/>Well worth a read.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HW2MN9JO2A9Q?ASIN=0439023521	amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Every time I read it, I discover a new twist or the incredible genius that Suzanne Collins  created with her complex character development and subplots. I haven't found anything else that even comes close to the caliber of this trilogy!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HB6S5DGMLD7M?ASIN=0439023521	A book you won't put down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was the first book I read on my kindle, and it made an awesome first impression.  I read a number of articles about this book in the past, but only read it recently after encountering so many positive reviews; I had to check it out.  I am so thankful I did.<br/><br/>Do not be turned off by the genre 'young adult'; I know that for many novels, this means sappy or silly.  The Hunger Games appeals to a wide audience, young and old alike.  I won't rehash the plot, but it is an interesting and unique one.  Collins describes a future that is not only detailed, but frighteningly realistic.  While you may read the plot and think that a tournament of killer children may seem ridiculous, but this book just seems possible.  There are so many elements that I recognized: the televised hype for the games was similar to American Idol, the tributes' stylists performed similarly to politicians' 'handlers', an overall love of violence that is just a few steps away from the current cultural love of a bloodbath.  I think this novel has a lot to say, and does it in such a way that is entertaining too.<br/><br/>The one thing I loved about this novel instantly was how it grabs you from the first paragraph and never slows down.  Collins does not waste a lot of time introducing long detailed accounts of Panem's history, and what she does reveal is enough for the reader to understand but still want more.  It's a thrilling novel, but also emotional as well.  Katniss is a strong female character, forced to grow up much faster than her 16 years, but the audience does not forget that yes, these are children killing each other.<br/><br/>Highly recommended.  Read this today!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/REQ9R1CTRFHS5?ASIN=0439023521	Be prepared to be amazed...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have never, ever read a book like The Hunger Games. I was completely blown away, in a good way. :) The plot, the characters, the entire world Collins created is completely original and unlike anything I've ever encountered before. I'd heard that this book was good, but I had no idea that it would be this amazing. Why I let it sit on my shelf for so long before giving it a short is beyond my comprehension.<br/><br/>From the very fist chapter, I felt myself bonding with the characters. They are incredibly realistic, and they bring the story to life. Katniss is a strong protagonist that I can admire and believe. Unlike some strong female characters, Katniss tough personality is a learned skill instead of a personality trait. This helped me to understand her a lot more. The other tributes and characters are equally interesting. They all certainly added to my love of the novel.<br/><br/>I've always loved drama. Who doesn't like a bit of suspense in their books? Everything about The Hunger Games is dramatic- from the reaping to the games. I was constantly wondering what would happen next. This is one of the first books I've read in a long time that had me sneaking away to my room every chance I got. I was desperate to find out what happened next. While the concept of teens battling it out in an area  is somewhat disturbing, it was impossible to not be fascinated.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is now one of my favorite books. It was absolutely brilliant, and I will be recommending it to all of my fellow readers. I've heard awesome things about the sequel, Catching Fire, and I cannot wait to see what happens next in this captivating series. Five stars!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1E8MJKVRE9JCF?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games-One of the greatest books ever!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely loved this book!<br/>From start to finish I couldn't stop reading it. Every chapter leaves you wanting to know what happens next and even after I finished the book it left me wondering.<br/>It was great, I really recommend it :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RITO9UEGXV3ZE?ASIN=0439023521	A few pieces out of place	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Spoiler alert:<br/><br/>When I started reading this my first thoughts were: 'oh great, Battle Royale rip-off incoming'.  It managed to get over my apprehensions and I soon found myself enjoying this story and having an invested interest in the mostly well-written characters and bleak world.  There were some incredible moments, and some very sad ones.  The writing overall was incredible and its on that merit I'm giving Hunger Games three stars.  However, some things just felt out of place.<br/><br/>First off, there's Katniss.  She's the most unlikeable protagonist in the book (not that that is saying very much).  She's selfish and vindictive towards Peeta and the others. and really isn't responsible for her image.  Cinna did the legendary flaming dress, Peeta gave her that love story, Haymitch sent her the gifts, and Rue pointed out that tracker Jacker nest.  Its like everything manages to work out for her personally.  The good moments for her aren't enough of redemption.<br/><br/>Second off, what's with the symbolism.  Okay Collins, I get it, you don't have to name every person after food to tell me that food is important.  You don't have to give every capitol citizen a Roman name to put the whole Panem=Rome symbolism across.  Its like Collins is beating the reader over the head with an anvil.  The symbolism made the book feel artificial and a bit silly.<br/><br/>If I had the time I would've gone on further.  Every time Hunger Games gets into a smooth rhythm, some flaw derails it.  All in all, this book is overrated.  Good? yes.  Worthy of being number one for a year and a half? not at all.  Another, better book deserves that number one slot for a bit.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIO8LXTFUAQ3D?ASIN=0439023521	The government is watching you--take care	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Liked the narrative being done by the main character.  Made the story move more smoothly.  Very descriptive and easy to flollow what was occurring . Didn't like the ending.  Felt it was a non ending and made katniss seem very shallow.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RKZ15VQO2STQ?ASIN=0439023521	fabulous read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is one of the most captivating young-adult science fiction novels I have read in a long time.  The ""science"" isn't overbearing, the story moves fluidly, and I love the strong female protagonist.  I wish there were more like it.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2C3M4G4W2DI0V?ASIN=0439023521	A NEW classic!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book should have a PG-13 or R rating.  The violence and subject matter are mature and should include plenty of parent/child/teacher/group discussion!<br/>  That aside...The Hunger Games is a book I really hate to admit...I enjoyed enough to give it a 5-star rating!  Collins' plot sounded sooo implausible...and horrific.  Then I opened the book and begin reading!<br/>  My pre-conceived notion regarding implausibility became an evening tide, each wave encroaching on and stealing away my peace of mind as I became increasingly engrossed in her remarkable story telling...to the point of spending nearly every waking moment with my nose in these books from beginning to end (pretty much the entire bad-weather weekend)!<br/>  That plot and the violence both intrigued and frightened me....throughout the series.  Collins' research into the psychology and sociology of the human spirit was beyond impressive!  Her depiction of the climactic downward spiral of civilization was intense and made me feel sickened.  ABSOLUTE FEAR, including torture and intense suppression CAN and DOES result in a remarkably quick descention into psychotic (robotic, passive, manic, depressive - CRAZY) behaviors!  And Collins explained and depicted how ANY minor rebellion from within the ranks of VICTIMS was easily squashed when immediate torture and/or termination was applied, and telivised, publicly!<br/>  The Hunger games trilogy was a house of mirrors and a house of horrors, combined.  As much as I enjoyed it, I'm not ready to recommend it to teens and especially 'tweens' without WARNING parents:  read it first and be prepared to discuss it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19Z435579SCXP?ASIN=0439023521	Overall, simply outstanding	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm not really giving just this first of three books 5 stars... I'm giving the trilogy a 5-star rating altogether.  The book was recommended to me by a young woman at work who mentioned that her father (my age) had ""borrowed"" the book from her and wouldn't give it back.  Now this intrigued me, because this is a very bright, articulate girl, and so I had to assume her father was likely no intellectual slouch either.  I also found it curious that a YA-rated book would get this level of accolade from a more mature crowd... so I decided to give it a try.  Wow.  I read copiously, and yet SELDOM do I ever make the statement that ""I couldn't put it down"" or that ""I read until 4am"".  I made both those statements while reading these 3 books.  Brilliantly-drawn characters with great depth; it was easy to become caught up in the drama in each of their lives.  Even the ""2nd-string"" characters -- like the community families, etc -- were developed enough that you remembered them throughout the entire ordeal.  If anything, the author drew the lead characters with almost TOO MUCH maturity for their ages (just the opposite of my remarks on the horrible trilogy of Natusch's that I just reviewed).  Intriguing plot, snappy dialogue, plenty of action... the author did seem to run out of steam a bit at the end, but it's completely forgiveable, given the whirlwind pace maintained throughout the first 2 books.  Ms. Collins is definitely an author on whom to keep your eye... which certainly shouldn't be too difficult to do with the acclaim she's garnering (and the movie recently released) with this superb offering.  Can't wait to read more!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TQVNA3A8GM7L?ASIN=0439023521	I loved this book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games takes place in a futuristic world, where the countries that populated the continent once called North America have been destroyed, and a new nation called Panem has emerged. Panem is comprised of thirteen cities: The Capitol, and twelve ""districts."" Katniss is a sixteen-year-old girl from District 12. Through a turn of events she is chosen to play in the Hunger Games: a contest in which the winner brings home a wealth of food to their indigent district. The only catch is that the contest is a fight to the death with 23 other contestants from the 12 Districts of Panem.<br/><br/>The author, Suzanne Collins, sets up a very interesting atmosphere for the reader in The Hunger Games. As you read, you have a lot of questions about the mysterious Hunger Games, and the futuristic dystopia Panem. This draws you closer to the main character, Katniss, who is in a similar position. You will soon find yourself immersed in her world, and her fight for her life. Collins' writing style keeps the reader interested, while leaving some of the details of the world she has created nebulous. This adds to the interest of the book, and the readers will find themselves burning through the chapters to finish the story.<br/><br/>I found The Hunger Games to be a well written and intriguing book. As I read, I was drawn into the world of Panem. The plot is very original and gripping, and I found myself living out the Games right along with the main character, Katniss. When you pick this book up, you will not be able to put it down.  It is a quick read and the story pulls you right through to the end. I highly recommend this book to anyone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38XE093AS7YRM?ASIN=0439023521	Futuristic Favorite	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games, by Suzanne Collins, is an action-packed book, written in first person. It is a great futuristic fiction novel. It is about sixteen-year-old Katniss Everdeen, who lives in the frowned-upon, poor District Twelve. Each year, a boy and a girl from ages twelve-eighteen, from each of the twelve districts are chosen to fight in The Hunger Games. The Hunger Games is a cruel event to remind the districts that the Capitol has power over everything. It is also a televised happening when twenty-four boys and girls are pitted against each other, to fight to the death. Will Katniss be selected to compete in this cruel episode? If so, will she survive? Read The Hunger Games and find out! I think that this is a great book because there are a lot of cliffhangers, and you always get hooked, and want to find out more.  This book can get gory and graphic occasionally, so I would recommend this to ages thirteen-adult.<br/><br/>Are you looking for good book with lots going on? If you are, STOP and read The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins. The Hunger Games is about a city with twelve districts held in tight reigns by the capitol. Each year every district sends one boy and one girl to an arena to fight to the death. When 16-year-old Katniss Everdeen's little sister is chosen by the lottery to compete in the annual Hunger Games, she steps in to take her sister's place. This is my favorite book and I would give it five stars. Although I loved this book, I thought it was a really scary and graphic book, and I would not recommend it to anyone below the age of ten. I hope you have decided to read The Hunger Games and enjoy!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RT32WLRYA7FHW?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games: A Review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I gave The Hunger Games a four out five stars because it is one of the most brutal, deep and terrifying novels I ever read. Before I go on, I just have to say that the movie does not do it justice. It is a well-crafted universe that keeps you hooked onto it until the end. It keeps turning up the dial in turns of suspense and you find yourself urging Katniss, the protagonist, on to the very end. It's themes of love, determination and perseverance against impossible odds awe you with its impact. I loved how the book spared no expense in fleshing out its characters and giving us people to root for. The inner turmoil that goes on inside Katniss throughout the book goes to show that these are not people that go into the Hunger Games, the Capitol's way of showing its dominance over the other districts, and become good at the end. Instead she struggles with outside conflicts that she has no idea how to fight off. Katniss learns important lessons about making friends, showing and giving trust, and what is at stake and how her defiance throughout the games becomes a symbol of hope to the districts. I disliked however when the events stalled in the book when Peeta, Katniss's friend in the games, and her were in the cave. It seemed hard to read because there was little action but that was just for me. The scene was most likely made for plot development, which is why this book is so great. Its not action that makes Collins book so great, it the suspense and inner turmoil. I recommend this book to those interested in a book with a nice balance of gory, bloody action and more personal accounts of loyalty, survival and idealism.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23GQFQ597BJFG?ASIN=0439023521	Pleasantly surprised with the quality overall	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This review has been crossposted from my blog at The Cosy Dragon.com. Please head there for more in-depth reviews by me, which appear on a timely schedule.<br/><br/>Katniss has been selected as a tribute for The Hunger Games, run by the Capitol to keep their Districts in check. Thrust into the arena with no friends that she knows of, she realises that she must kill to survive - even if it means overcoming old alliances.<br/><br/>Katniss appeals to me in this novel. Her personality is consistent and attractive, even if I don't agree with all of her actions. You feel her anxiety at the choosing, and her excitement over the food on the train. All excellent character building.<br/><br/>I don't quite agree with the amount of paranoia Katniss engages in. She thinks everything is a trap. The scene with Rue is particularly out of place - why should she trust her? Poor Rue.<br/><br/>Something I would have enjoyed was a bit more perspective from Peeta. He's the weaker character of the two - now that they are both older, it seems like Katniss is the only one doing any work. He's good at moping! I guess in his own way he does try to protect her, but he doesn't do it in a particularly bright way every time.<br/><br/>The Arena is well imagined, although not as awesome as the Arena in the second novel. What I wouldn't give to be a Gamemaker or a genetic engineer working for the Capitol.<br/><br/>After having put off reading these for a long time, I was pleasantly surprised with the quality overall. I was a bit urked at the beginning that there was so much annoying description, but it improved as the book proceeded.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2L86C3R5CRVOV?ASIN=0439023521	Good read!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Didn't think I would enjoy this.  I did not like the first movie very much, but so many friends said they really enjoyed the books that I thought I'd try it and I am very pleased. It is well written and adult.  I highly recommend it.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CA8NU961VSQT?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had already watched the movie and decided that the book was something that I had to read. I was not disappointed.  The characters were very well written and even though I knew what was going to happen it was still a very good read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3D2U4ZY8I9IS2?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for More of The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I very much enjoyed The Hunger Games; it created a unique civilization and reminded me a bit of  the books The Giver and Gathering Blue.  The highest compliment I can pay is to say that I will now look forward to reading its sequels.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1AJGZFNCAVKN1?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wasn't sure about this book because all I've heard about it is that a bunch of people kill each other in a stupid competition for the amusement of the capital. All I have to say is that YOU SHOULD JUST READ THE BOOK!!! It's awesome</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RY7XDJMBST6GB?ASIN=0439023521	"""the hunger dialogue/commentary"""	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book's plot was good. The character development makes you want to quit your day job and hope to be as good a writer as Suzanne--fantasy wise. The story seemed plausible with the juxtaposition of the bestiality that characterized the human populace in the early centuries (think Gladiator) and the technology advancement of our present and foreseeable future albeit at it's most rudimentary level. What I found most worrisome was the constant commentary about being hungry by the protagonist. I know it is called ""the hunger games"" but the food talk became overbearing. I am yet to find a book where the title indeed was the theme for an inordinate amount of the book. It disengaged me mostly during those episodical food ramblings by the protagonist and I found myself skipping paragraphs just to get to the core of the story and the ending particularly. I praise her careful consideration of what our race, or what we know to be our most evolved species is capable of doing pre- and post- the apocalypse. Which says more about our most mundane and primal inclinations bordered on evil. Look around you today and the world portrayed in ""Hunger games"" is not a fantastical one. It could be a world you will find yourself in. In fact, the more the years pass, the more sophisticated we will be at finding ways to amuse ourselves, at the expense of humanity.<br/><br/>  Anyways, since I am not necessarily commenting as a 7th Grader for a class grade, I will stop short at, saying, but for all the hunger and food talk, the plot, story-line and suspense is just right there. Not that climactic but will give you cause to introspect.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23AJF9GNF9LKK?ASIN=0439023521	To my great surprise, I loved The Hunger Games.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was one of our book club selections and I was not looking forward to reading it. While on one hand it sounded intriguing and I had already heard good things about it, the subject matter wasn't such a lure for me. In the future nation of Panem, a boy and a girl between the ages of twelve and eighteen are drawn in a lottery to be participants in the Hunger Games. The Hunger Games is an annual competition which takes place in the capitol of the twelve existing districts. The twist is that the kids must fight to the death. There is only one survivor.<br/><br/>To my great surprise though, I loved The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins! It was interesting, suspenseful, imaginative, sad, a real yank at the heart. The book was an action-packed whirlwind from the beginning scenes of life in the village, to the lottery drawing, to the physical and mental preparation, and to the actual game itself. The game takes place in a controlled environment, a bubble of sorts, where the coordinators can manipulate the physical surroundings to influence participant action. I was on the edge of my seat as Katniss and Peeta pitted against each other fought for survival, then were urged on as a team, then to the surprise twist.<br/><br/>And at the emotional end I was ready for the second installment, Catching Fire, and finally the third, Mockingjay. Because the books were short and easy, geared toward a young adult audience, I wasn't annoyed in continuing on (since I'm not a big fan of series). In fact, I was very enthusiastic. In the end I urged my husband and son to read the series, and no surprise, they both liked them, too</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18O7UZQXQGMMM?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Must admit it was better than I had expected.  I found however that the lead character when faced with a chioce, didn't make the selfish choice, but was concerned with others. She also found that cooperation was better than killing.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DSFCEO37JF25?ASIN=0439023521	Entertaining fun	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed the series. I felt like Katniss was well fleshed out and her actions generally made sense within her personality and circumstances. In fact the characters in general were well fleshed out.<br/><br/>My main problem with the book is how easy to manipulate everyone who wasn't an actual character was (the citizens of the Capital, and of the rest of the districts for that matter). It's hard to believe that everyone would behave so very callously, without more open dissent showing.  Especially since the citizens of the Capital are supposed to value children - is it really believable that if that was the case, that these parents would be salivating watching other children fight to the death? And that more of the children themselves wouldn't choose to sacrifice themselves for family members/beaus? We can be a heartless race, but less so when it comes to our own friends and family.<br/><br/>The problem with totally buying into the way that this society and its members work is that if I did, I stopped wanting to save any of them. Thankfully, since the actual characters themselves were nuanced some of that could be ignored.<br/><br/>Also, is it just me, or did it seem like she was always hunting really successfully, eating seemingly huge meals (multiple geese, rabbits, deer, etc.), and yet constantly starving and losing weight? I mean, she went a day here or there without eating but in general she brought something in just about every time she hunted, including some fairly large animals. How fast is her metabolism?? I mean, if you compare her consumption with that of actual starving people she should be practically obese.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2V0VXIYH9HIJM?ASIN=0439023521	BEST BOOK EVER!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i am an ten year old girl and i hate reading. But the hunger games is the best and i cannot wait to read the next one. I got this book from  book fair. I got the last one there. love the charactes and the story. Get the book!!!!!!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DD9DCMQ5RDZT?ASIN=0439023521	Deep Social Turmoil	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The social aspect of the book is a future of the world that has a theme as old as time. Power and control, manipulation of the people through poverty, it is interesting to see how the author twists the theme into a whole new story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RVCW1Q8GXZ5P?ASIN=0439023521	Unexpectedly addictive...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I first heard of this book from a friend and was a little skeptical to buy it when I found it in the ""young adult"" section of my book store. But I had checked out the reviews, which were all positive, so I went for it. Right from the first page I was hooked. I consider this a dark thriller and I am normally a romantic comedy kind of book reader but I have to say that this book has definitely influenced me to branch out on my reading style.<br/><br/>The idea of this world under a government on a control trip instantly created so many questions that were answered throughout the book. I think the main characters were amazing and loveable even if they didnt have the most loveable personalities. With each page turned there was never a moment of true predictability. Most of the time I was shocked at the brutality or the twist of events. Most of all I could relate to Katniss's love for her little sister and her act of selflessness. In addition, the relationship between Katniss and Peeta left me on the edge of my seat wondering when, if ever, Katniss would accept him.....but then there was Gale!? Of course, the games and the harsh reality of what these CHILDREN had to do in order to keep peace was horrible. But out of it came a new respect for the value of life and even new friendships.<br/><br/>When I finished the book I wasted no time picking up the second, as I had purchased the second and third books while I was still reading this one! I would definitely recommend the book to anyone who just enjoys a good read. Its suspenseful, emotional, horrifying, and special. This book is an easy read and truly addictive.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15EMR0GZ0HKR5?ASIN=0439023521	Mixed Feelings	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I must say I went into this book reluctantly. I found the premise to be disturbing--a bunch of teenagers going around killing each other. But so many people enjoyed it I thought I'd give it a try. I enjoyed the beginning. The pre-battle preparations I think teens might enjoy but it seemed unrealistic that there was not more discussion and feeling about their impending death. I felt puzzled at the morality of the whole thing which never seemed to be addressed. I think young people could have benefited from more discussion and attention to what this meant to your fellow contestant--even the worst are from families that would be devastated at their loss. There also was no history or understanding of exactly how these games came about other than a nebulous referral to a ""rebellion"". I would have liked more development of that and I found the public viewing of the games nauseating. I would have given it 3 stars because of those points but on the positive side, I found the writing of the last half of the book page turning and exciting and found myself immersed in it. I thought the author did a good job of not being overly gory and had several of the deaths occur from the environment they encountered rather than direct hits from each other. I thought the death of Rue showed one of the few moments of humanity in the book. However, looking at it as a fantasy story to take you to another place it think it was exciting and adventurous and I did like some of the creative thinking of the characters and their resourcefulness. I think it would make a thrilling movie and fun to see all the costumes and scenery</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1D37FDH2QCKB0?ASIN=0439023521	somewhat boring but enjoyable	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">very rarely is the movie better than the book . Anyone who knows me can agree that I LOVE the movies . In this case it is . The book better than the movie . The Hunger Games is one of those books that the movie will leave a lot of unanswered questions and reading the book fills those holes . Being that I saw the movie long before reading the book , I enjoyed it for the most part except until the end Katniss seemed whiny and childish . She's supposed to be 16 &amp; the sole provider for her family . Example , during the games Katniss being severely upset with the death of Foxface . Sad , yes , that they are put in that situation but the sad reality is that only ONE could live .<br/><br/>May the odds be ever in your favor !<br/><br/>During the games , every chapter is hunting and hunting , filling my canteen , more hunting , sleeping in my sleeping bag oh yes and hunting . OMG enough already , there was more survival over conversation . We get it , I understood the need to eat , with it being the HUNGER games !! Extremely drawn out scenes and extremely boring scenes . More interesting stuff , the moat annoying and unnerving part of the book was probably Katniss's unlikable whining . Why I continued to read it is beyond me because I DID like it !!! But I loved the movie so much with my obsession with it that I had to continue reading !! Yes , some of the scenes are far better read on screen than in paper but that's just on the imagination of movie makers . I can see this being ons of those awful books that are included in required reading in school . Except not so awful . An instant classic .</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZIEV0C0U2S1U?ASIN=0439023521	Viewpoint of a 12 year old girl: Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This review was written by my 12 year old daughter.<br/><br/>The reality of The Hunger Games<br/><br/>  I am a diligent reader for my age, and I have repeatedly proclaimed The Hunger Games as my favorite book. Not only because it is well written but the plot makes you think. From the moment I began to read it I was totally engrossed in this novel.<br/><br/>I found the characters exciting and deep. Particularly the protagonist Katniss Everdeen with her undying need to survive and protect those that are weaker than she. I enjoy that Katniss is a girl that stands on her own, and she does not simply take what she is given. There is a romance which some people claim is not real and its not it is only an act put on to appease the Capitol people.<br/><br/>  Even though there is a fair bit of violence in this novel (Isn't there a lot of violence in this world) there must be some cruelty to make a plot line and to make you think. There must be hundreds of people dying from violence now in this world we live in,  many are children.<br/><br/>  There is also a certain reality behind it. I think of the Capitol as America, and the other first world countries, and the districts as the rest of the world. Although we don't have children carted in to our city so we can watch them die as entertainment. There are many children across the world dying from starvation dying from Hunger, as we throw away excessive amounts of food. I enjoyed this book because it made me realize this even if there is not much we can do about it. We, if you think about it, in our own real world play our own Hunger Games.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Z20G5GKQCTAU?ASIN=0439023521	enthralling!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I did not expect to become so engaged in a ""young adult"" novel.  This makes me wish I was back in the classroom sharing this novel with students and dissecting all its meaty intricacies.  Collins as done a phenomenal job!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36W6U96WSD000?ASIN=0439023521	I Love This Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">where do i start. Katness Everdeen is in a whole lot trouble. Primrose (her sister) name was selected to fight in the Hunger Games but she volunteers. the rest of the story is action packed and tells you how hard it was for them.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHINDS20Y3OWI?ASIN=0439023521	the hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i love the hunger games, they rock i also like the self narration collins has done. all the action seens have vivid discriptions. just the basic storyline is cool. kids my age(around 12) will totally love it , trust me it's sweet</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KK44Z78GGWHF?ASIN=0439023521	Better than expected	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My daughter kept telling me to read the books but I didn't want to submit to the hype. Very good read. How great for our teenage daughters to have a role model who is strong, resourceful, pure, and determined. Highly recommended.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1EPZFH0JFS8JN?ASIN=0439023521	Not My Typical Genre, but Still a Great Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'd never read YA, but I gave it a try and was pleasantly surprised. It took me all of three days to read through it.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is a sci-fi/fantasy based in an alternative future, told in the first person point of view from the main character, Katniss.<br/><br/>A large war took place that caused America to be broken up into what Collins calls districts. Each district is known for their production value. At one point, a rebellion takes place against the capital. The rebellion is put down and The Hunger Games are created. I don't want to go into too much detail, but they are a way for the capital to maintain control over the districts through fear.<br/><br/>The book is a quick read. Besides being a great story, it's told simply. The characters were unique, each with their own personality based on their roles in society. Collins does an amazing job of world building. Within the first few chapters, the reader feels like they are there. They can feel the despair right along side the characters.<br/><br/>Tension is created right away in the first chapter and you feel it throughout. There really wasn't any point during the story I felt bogged down, or bored. It's one of those books where you feel yourself scrunching your shoulders together. Yet you can't stop because you need to find out what happens next, or if the characters will be okay.<br/><br/>The night I finished, I wanted to keep going. The second book was right there on my Kindle, waiting to be read. I actually had to force myself not to read it. No doubt I will go back and finish it soon, but I had six other books on my to-read list I had to get to.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NTXEKPXVZHOY?ASIN=0439023521	the hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed reading The Hunger Games, because it is a really inspiring book. I recommend it to 10- any older because that's when you really understand it. I think that the hunger games is a 5 star book and I hope you think so too.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15FD87VP8ZXI7?ASIN=0439023521	Absolutely Must Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book wherever I went. Suzanne Collins does a brilliant job setting the events in the book. My heart was racing because of the amazing details that were so in depth. It was an absolute thrill to read The Hunger Games.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10QBXQLIXS3SA?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great Book.  Love it so much more than the movie.  Totally recommend reading it :)  I was worried I wouldnt like it since im not a teenager but I still thought it was very entertaining.  Cant wait to read the rest of the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RU7F9VXEQPYJ?ASIN=0439023521	A Story of Rebellion	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Both my sister and my mother recommended The Hunger Games to me. Despite this fact, the book should appeal to both male and female young adults or older. The best part of the book was that Suzanne Collins wrote in such a way that I could truly picture the setting and the characters. The book is about a teenaged girl named Katniss Everdeen who lives at a time after a war has occurred. The government is cruel and wants to keep the people under control. For this reason, the government forces each district in the country to send two “tributes” to the Hunger Games, which is a fight to the death. The tributes are chosen through a lottery each year. Katniss volunteers to represent her district after her younger sister’s name is drawn.<br/> The story follows Katniss throughout her training and ordeal in the Hunger Games arena. Over time, it becomes clear that Katniss is a rebel as she challenges the rules and expectations. For example, when she feels the game makers are not paying attention to her skills, she fires an arrow into their dinner, shocking everyone. The story has a bit of a surprise ending, which I will not reveal here. The ending, however, sets the stage for future books. I rate this book at four and a half stars out of five stars. The only reason I did not give it five full stars is that I did not actually like the ending. I felt it left some gaps that are perhaps addressed in the next book in the series. Despite the ending, I would definitely recommend this book. While it presents a dystopian world, it manages to include some hope that things will change for the better.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32SAA7B3PH2LG?ASIN=0439023521	Morbid fascination at its best!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As an avid fan of young adult literature, I feel this book is a great example of the potential of this genre and how it can captivate adults just as much as children.<br/><br/>There's a reason ""The Hunger Games"" is so popular: it's morbidly fascinating, it's taboo, it's gory, it's horrifying, it's uncomfortable. I loved it and I couldn't put it down. I was fascinated by the descriptions of the reapings, the sacrifice (and sometimes the lack of it), the games, the arena, the strategy, the deaths, the humiliation of the interviews, all of it!<br/><br/>The story is pretty original, although it reminded me a little bit of ""Lord of the Flies"" on some levels, though the circumstances as to how they all got there certainly weren't the same (but still had much the same outcomes, like children killing each other, creating alliances, searching for food, etc.). The pacing was very well done. Character development was good. When I was done, I was satisfied and I wanted more. And the ""more"" had lots of potential, so I couldn't wait to see where it went.<br/><br/>I would love to see spin-off books that talk about the Hunger Games from the perspective of other players (like the careers or other characters, like Tresh--what was he doing in the fields the whole time?), family members who are watching, Capitol people who are watching, etc.<br/><br/>I am concerned about how the movie will be done and can see them changing many of the circumstances and key points (like making them all older, making deaths less gory) that define ""The Hunger Games"" to make it more acceptable to moviegoers, which would really be a shame.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3C1ON9W09TYLB?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic Writing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm not sure where I first heard of this book but I decided it might be worth the read.  I'm glad I bought it.<br/><br/>The story is one that rarely appeals to me.  It has a sort of sci-fi/fantasy feel to it but the writing was what drew me in.  The main character is so believable and memorable.<br/><br/>You can see her change throughout the story and you really understand where she is coming from.  If you have ever read Twilight and thought it was a good book but too wordy and Bella was a little too vulnerable, then you'll love this book.<br/><br/>Katniss is the heroine that people can look up to.  She isn't vulnerable.  On the contrary, she is quite able to defend herself without anyone's help.  It was refreshing for me to have a character that wasn't always needing other people i.e. Harry Potter, Bella.<br/><br/>While the characters are great, the writing is smooth and elegant.  Collins does a wonderful job of making the story believable.  She adds little nuances to the story that make you believe this could actually happen.  At one point she describes hunting.  In it she tells us that Katniss always kills her squirrels with a shot through the eyes.  That information isn't necessary to the story but it makes the whole thing more believable.<br/><br/>The book is fast-paced and full of wonderful plot nuances.  The story isn't just an allegory for the future.  It also is a great survival story similar to ""The Most Dangerous Game,""  it has adventure and even a little love triangle.  The story will play with your emotions and leave you ultimately satisfied and anxious for the next addition to the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10R0PQJG5ALVV?ASIN=0439023521	A page turner of the highest rank - one of those books you can't put down until you finish	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Lately I've been reading several of the classic dystopian novels and wanted to add a few recent ones as well. I added this one to my list and I couldn't be happier that I did.<br/><br/>While the book does have some serious underlying themes - there is more than a little criticism of the current class warfare of the wealthy against the majority of Americans - it is mainly just a great yarn. It starts off a tad slow, for about 20 pages, and then kicks into gear and I was unable to put it down. The book is vaguely predictable, in that some of the major aspects can be anticipated, but this in an unpredictable way. In other words, the book ends pretty much like you expect it will, but with twists that you don't anticipate.<br/><br/>I love Katniss Everdeen, who is a delightful antidote to the appalling Isabella in the horrific TWILIGHT books. Instead of being passive and pathetic, she is self-sufficient, extremely intelligent, and enormously competent. She is one of the more appealing teen female heroes that I have encountered in fiction.<br/><br/>For parents wondering if this book is appropriate for their kids, they will need to make a judgment call. Technically it is a juvenile novel, though in fact I suspect most readers are adults. But it is a pretty violent book with some pretty gruesome scenes, and some of the more graphic moments are particularly nightmarish. But the violence aside, this is a very fine novel, sort of ""The Lottery"" meets ""The Most Dangerous Game."" Absolutely everyone who enjoys dystopian novels should definitely give it a read. I believe it will go down as something of a classic.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FJMA5DIESE2P?ASIN=0439023521	Compelling characters fast paced	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Collins created characters we can root for and care about. She made the reader even care and feel (some) empathy for the villin characters! The action kept you turning the pages to find out what happened next. A very good read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R161PQ2LMOH38S?ASIN=0439023521	Very interesting concept, but don't go too far	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book because I tend to try to keep up with my daughter's habits, especially when I hear that teens are killing each other. This book was tastefully done on that account and I can honestly say that it was not gruesome or inappropriate outside of that, although that sounds like enough from the outside. My initial impression was that the concept is imaginative and interesting. The main character goes through some serious challenges that I think would be positive for a teenager to read and process. In particular, the deep struggles Katniss faces in her every day life to survive and maintain normalcy are compelling and reachable for even a young mind. I like this a lot because this is a gap in a lot of American teenagers' ability to process and connect with. The disconnection between her circumstance and the Capitol is very good emphasis of this point. The arena portion is also very solid because of her developed connection to others and trying to cope with death and what she has to do. the portion that is wholly unbelievable in my mind is the level of maturity this character has. As a sixteen year old girl, she is beyond wise and her thought processes are way too mature. This lends itself to unbelievability in my mind in almost every turn of the book. This continues in the following book and really turns me off. It just goes too far and borders on extreme in my opinion. Overall, I liked the story and see why it is so appealing to others in this age range. It is a well thought out concept and story. I do recommend it for those interested or those who saw the movie</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7TLVZ3XEO8J8?ASIN=0439023521	Tons of fun!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Katniss is just trying to do the right thing. She's ethical and hard-working, and just trying to take care of her family. She was the ""adult"" of the house after her father died and her mother ""checked out"" of life for awhile. Then comes the day of the Reaping, when the Capitol draws the names of one boy and one girl to represent each district in The Hunger Games.<br/><br/>Katniss has become a second mother to her little sister Prim. There's such a protective tenderness that exists between them. There's a charming moment in the book when the family is getting ready for the Reaping and Katniss says of her little sister ""I notice her blouse has pulled out of her skirt in the back again and force myself to stay calm. 'Tuck your tail in, little duck,' I say, smoothing the blouse back in place."" (p. 16) I just really found that touching.<br/><br/>I'm afraid to say too much, as I don't want to throw out any spoilers for the handful of people who, like me, haven't yet read this book. But I really enjoyed this story. The book is exciting, with more than a few ""on the edge of your seat"" moments. There is tension, despair, hope. There are funny moments in Katniss' thinking, such as when she thinks ""I can't help feeling a little grateful since the last thing I want to do is strip down Haymitch, wash the vomit out of his chest hair, and tuck him into bed."" (p. 48) The chest hair comment got me!<br/><br/>Now I can't wait to read the sequel Catching Fire! I highly recommend this book for a fun and exciting story with emotional intrigue, and mild enough for teens, but edgy enough for adults. Read it now!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHYW0QV1F6WS0?ASIN=0439023521	All-around mediocrity	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Although I wouldn't call this the worst-written book ever, and I did read it to the end, this opus is best described as decidedly mediocre. The writing style itself is very impoverished, lacking any imagination, flair or originality; it's very utilitarian and straight-forward. It really reads like a movie script project written by a young teenager. The whole setting is very contrived, which would be fine if this were a device or vehicle for something more exciting, but alas, what you see is what you get here. The characters are extremely one-dimensional and uninteresting: lack of any emotional depth is the worst aspect of the writing. The only good part that I almost enjoyed (hence the two stars) is the main battle sequence, which was absorbing enough to bring me to the end of the book, but it isn't nearly enough to tempt me to read a single page of the 2nd book of the trilogy.<br/><br/>I find the high rating of this book particularly depressing, especially considering that so few people still read nowadays on a regular basis. There is more substance, imagination and thought in a single paragraph of most sci-fi or fantasy novels (to say nothing about great works of literature) than in this entire novel. It is very sad that people would waste their time reading this, instead or something more mentally stimulating. ...I just browsed through a few pages of a kindle-only ""self-published"" work by an unknown author advertized on the amazon homepage, and those few pages have infinitely more emotional and intellectual depth than this entire book (raised my spirits, actually).</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19UIAKBDWBJW3?ASIN=0439023521	Beautifully Written	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing, captivating, a real page turner. These are some of the words I thought of while reading this book. If you were like me, you would read the title and think: ""It sounds dumb."" Now, this is what I thought. Then the reviews popped in. I ended up reading them and deciding to finally read this so called ""Masterpiece"" The first chapter was boring to me. But the second pulled me in and grabbed my attention. The book was not at all what I expected. The book is about a 16 year old girl named Katniss Everdeeen who lives in District 12, Panem. The world has come to starvation and lack of resources. The solution? Less population, and entertainment to the Capitol of Panem. The capitol and Panem is ruled by President Snow, the evil genius of the games. 13 [Now 12] District are to send 1 woman and man to compete in the games. They will fight to the death.<br/>Questions About Book:<br/>WHAT IS THE HUINGER GAMES?<br/>The hunger games is a fight to the death in an arena. 24 tributes are to go in. Only one man/woman make it out alive.<br/>WHAT IS IN THE GAMES?<br/>Other teens or children trying to kill you. Animals. Mutations. And other unexpected happenings.<br/>WHO IS KATNISS?<br/>Katniss Everdeen is a 16 year old girl whos father died in a mining explosion. She lives with her mother and her little sister, Primrose. They have a cat named buttercup. Katniss's best friend is Gale Hawthorne. He is also her hunting partner. Katniss and Gale hunt in a forest that is illegal to hunt in. Punishment is death.<br/><br/>AGE RANGE-12+<br/>MAY BE SCARY FOR SOME KIDS. VERY GRAPHIC</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OPF73OC5MEJ2?ASIN=0439023521	The endgame of reality TV	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If I had to pick just one book that I most enjoyed in 2008, this would probably be it. Now, I have to add the caveat that I read lots of series this year, and it seemed unfair to try to pick one book from a series like Meyers' Twilight books or Charlaine Harris' Sookie Stackhouse saga. So Hunger Games did get a little help in that department. But even with that said.... wow. This is just a great book.<br/><br/>In The Hunger Games, Collins creates another one of those dystopian societies that I love so much. In her world, America is no longer. There's been some kind of a big life-changing event that has reduced the nation into 12 disticts, all under totalitarian rule by the Capital. In this world, the people are starving and once a year, young people ages 12-18 are forced to enter their names into a drawing to participate in The Hunger Games, a life-or-death reality show from hell in which the victors are treated to a life of luxury while all the other competitors perish.<br/><br/>Yes, the story is a little familiar. It's reminiscent of The Long Walk or The Running Man by Stephen King, and there's a little bit of Lord of the Flies in here, too. But the characters are well developed and likeable. The dialogue is great. And -- here's the best part -- its only the first book. The story ends with a major cliffhanger that drove me to immediately visit Amazon to figure out how long I had to wait for the next installment. Now that's the sign of a good read. It's destined to become one of the titles I read again and again, if someone buys it for me for Christmas this year. (hint! hint!)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RKJU1A6TKUTM?ASIN=0439023521	Engaging from Beginning to End	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">""The Hunger Games"" is one of those books that is impossible to resist and you do not want to put down. The premise is irresistible, one of those guilty pleasures, and reminiscent of <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Battle-Royale/dp/156931778X"">Battle Royale</a>. There can be many comparisons drawn between these two books; but, most would fall staggeringly short as the only thing these books really have in common is young children placed in an area where they will kill each other.<br/><br/>What makes ""The Hunger Games"" a force to be read is the beauty in which the ""fantasy world"" is built. There is a lot of history in this near post-apocalyptic world, and it is revealed in small doses in perfect increments. The story is woven between the history of the children, the history of the government and ruling class, and the history of the games. Strung throughout the book are engaging characters, intriguing situations, with the common denominator being the wonderfully paced prose.<br/><br/>This was not a book that I could not put down; but, it was a book that I did not want to put down. Finding a book with good pacing is difficult these days. The entire book is not just a buildup to an unexpected and unstoppable climax, but rather chapter after chapter of climax.<br/><br/>Back on the comparison of <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Battle-Royale/dp/156931778X"">Battle Royale</a>, this book does not get bogged down with irrelevant details and countless flashbacks that break up the story. I loved <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Battle-Royale/dp/156931778X"">Battle Royale</a> and I loved ""The Hunger Games."" As I said, they really cannot be compared other than the fundamental premise. However, if you liked one, I recommend the other.<br/><br/>J.Stoner</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRYQAT7NFVE5P?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent, as everyone knows by now	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read this long before the movie was even a thought.  Great series of 3 books with another interesting Dystopian theme.  Well-written and fast-moving, with the usual tenseness of a love relationship that never quite makes it...</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2B1PESHFD4500?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I watched the movie first, big mistake! I am so glad that I finally broke down and bought the book! This is by far one of the best stories I have ever read, and I LOVE the fact that I could get the kindle edition on my iPhone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1D5A7MRUMNSM4?ASIN=0439023521	Easy, Enjoyable Fluff	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book needs no introduction. If you stop being critical, you might find yourself enjoying this breezy read. Definitely aimed at the teen market, it's not life changing but is fun and entertaining. You could do a lot worse.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IUOXX4SSZBZP?ASIN=0439023521	Good Writing, Plot Lets You Down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't normally read YA, but I thought the opening pages were so well written that I had to buy it. I was disappointed by the plot turn at the end of the first chapter, though. And I felt the novel as a whole was predictable.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2L8N9TO57HDWZ?ASIN=0439023521	A five star hunger games review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved this book. The plot was very well developed and the characters were very interesting.I also watched the movie which was AWESOME! Jennifer Lawrence played Katniss perfectly and Josh Hutcherson was great as Peeta. They had really good casting choices for the characters. They were sort of how I imagined them in the book.<br/><br/>In the beginning, Katniss's sister Prim was chosen for the hunger games in district 12. In order for Katniss to protect her sister, she took her place. The male from district 12 was Peeta Mellark who Katniss has seen before. Katniss had to say bye to he family and her best friend Gale(played by Liam Hemsworth in the movie) before she left her home to compete in the hunger games.<br/><br/>Towards the middle of the story, Katniss and Peeta train for the games before they compete. They know who the bad guys are which is known as the career group. During the games, many people get killed at the bloodbath. The career group survives because they decided to kill the people close to them and the weaker ones. Katniss meets a 12 year old girl named Rue who she became really close friends with. Rue got killed by a boy named Marvelwho was in the career pack. All the other competitors get killed until Katniss and peeta were the last ones. Throughout the games, katniss and peeta form a romantic relationship. Katniss decides not to kill him because she cared about him too much.<br/><br/>At the end, the creators of the games let both of them win. Katniss returns back to district 12 where she reunites with her mom, Prim, and best of all… gale</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2L9ZLYARXAPL?ASIN=0439023521	Great Books, all three.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved this book.  I am in my 60's and feel in love with the story, characters, and plot.  I would not normally buy a utopian or scifi book.  I couldn't wait to pick it up again or to read the Trilogy.  They are all wonderful.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RI050AWDQ6F7Y?ASIN=0439023521	Absolutely Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Another trilogy read and fallen in love with! After I read this book, I quickly ordered the other two (which I also freaking loved!) on my Kindle, because I couldn't wait for them to be shipped. It was the best book marathon!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21R7LI1P9Q3HG?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic Story--A Must Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins.  I finished it in just two days it was so hard to put down.  Even when I wasn't reading it, I still was thinking about it.  This is the first book in the series and I am hooked!  It takes place in a fictional country called Panem that the Capitol controls which is divided into districts based on industry.  Just to make sure everyone realizes the Capitol is in control, they run annual Hunger Games where they force two teens from each district to enter a competition to fight to the death in a place that the game makers pick on live TV.<br/><br/>Katniss is the main character, a 16-yr-old girl who is a good hunter and who volunteers to take your younger sister's place.  The boy from her district that is also chosen has a long-time crush on her but she does not realize it until he mentions it in his interview.  Katniss struggles with not only surviving the game, but also with friendships and her feelings for Peeta, her admirer and Gale, the boy she hunted with before having to leave for the hunger games.<br/><br/>There is humor in the book as well because Peeta and Katniss both have a rebellious attitude toward the Capitol and work hard at not losing their humanity.  I especially liked when they went through their training for the show.  This book is awesome!  This is a must read if you like psychological thrillers and adventure.  This is one of my all-time favorite books and I look forward to reading the rest of the series!  If you like the TV show, Survivor, you will love The Hunger Games since there are some similarities.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14V763Q05VNEW?ASIN=0439023521	Great for all ages	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I just re-read this great series.  For those of you who have seen the movie but did not read the books, you are in for a really great surprise. The book is well written with descriptions of people and places that give you a full view of the world you are reading about.  The premise is a corrupt country that use to be the United States but is now ""Panem"" a country dived into thirteen different sections (the thirteenth area was destroyed in the upraising...that's all i'll say)  and then the capital.  Because of an upraising that occurred seventy years previously, a boy and girl child from the age of 13-18 are picked at random to compete to the death in the Hunger Games. Look through the eyes of Katniss, a sixteen year old girl who volunteers for her sister at the annual Hunger Games reaping. See how she is thrown on into the games and into the world and starts a revolution, although she doesn't  mean to. It is a compelling read that makes you stay up way past your bed time to see what happens next. With a beginning of one of the most complicated love triangles ever witnessed, you will find yourself wondering what you would do in her situation.  To be honest I don't really think it is appropriate for children under the age of 13. I believe that the social markings of the people and the questions of love and taking a life  go above and beyond the whole ""young Adult"" spectrum. This is a great book, that was made into a not so great movie. So if you liked the movie, you will love the book, and if you love the book, skip the movie! Hope this helps!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VR5IF31Q9UNX?ASIN=0439023521	Totally unrealistic, and I don't mean the Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The female protagonist checks the color of her urine, but none of the 12 female contestants have their monthly periods. The archery does not take wind into account. Kathiss is an experienced hunter coming from an extra poor region that barely has 2hrs a day of electricity but she still has to learn how to ""make fire"" right before the Games. The train that can reach 250 mph requires special infrastructure, and why do they need it at all if they use it just a couple times per year? It's much cheaper and easier to put a mini-recorder on a bird than develop a special strain of birds repeating human speech. The mutant wasps are overkill--african killer bees do the job as reliably. You don't shoot rabbits and turkey, you use snares which is much simpler. You don't spend several hours of late morning on a hunt, you spend much longer and go further than a couple of miles. You don't plan Sundays as your weekly hunt day: it's not like grocery shopping at all.<br/><br/>Not to mention that her native forest should've been crawling with amateur hunters and gatherers, with the inevitable consequence of developing racket/protection/territory division/payment for the right to hunt to the various gangs etc.<br/><br/>Oh, and you don't trust a convicted mutulated prisoner that does not have any future of hope with your food. I mean, would you, really?<br/><br/>That's not a complete list of errors, far from it. It's the fact that these errors are so basic made the reading this book so hard for me. The author could've made just a little bit of research to avoid them.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PW8WTV2FTGZ6?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing - hooked from the start	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book completely sucked me in from page one and barely allowed me to come up for air.  It is so fast-paced that there's hardly anywhere to pause to, say, go to sleep for the night or go to work for the day. Needless to say, I read it very rapidly despite working quite full days.<br/><br/>I probably can't say anything others haven't already said or that most people at this point don't already know, but I still wanted to put my voice out there strongly recommending this series. It is indeed brutal and if you can't handle violence involving children (like my mother, who's the one who gave it to me to begin with), it's likely not for you. But that said, it is a fascinating view of a dystopian futuristic society and a girl unwittingly stirring rebellion.<br/><br/>Katniss herself is likable while at the same time being very unsentimental, which I usually don't like. That was a nice surprise, to like her anyway. The other characters are similarly great and multi-dimensional. I liked the hints to a love story that begin in this first book. I can't WAIT to see the movie version as it's looks like they're doing a good job with it.<br/><br/>Prior to starting this series, I had the assumption that the Hunger Games themselves would run the course of all three books. By the end of the first book I was left, like many I know of, wondering what on Earth the remaining two books would be about. Let's just say you'll have to find out for yourself - enjoy the ride!  (Just don't start reading it if you're going to have to put it down any time soon!)<br/><br/>;)</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDCCB9H1H1KZL?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games Review27	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Right when I read the cover I knew this was going to be an amazing book. Hunger Games is about this country that was divided into 13 districts until they blew up district 13 because of problems adn every year they have an annual hunger game challenge, they choose one girl and one boy from every district. During a reaping to pick the one boy and one girl from every distric Katniss's younger sister, Prim was chosen. But Katniss took her spot because she didnt want ther sister to die. Okay now that i have told you what it is sorta about I will give you my take on this book. In the first part of the book it was a struggle for me to read because it was so boring. When I got to the second part of the book, man was i blown away, during the reality part of the show aguy named Prim pretended thata he was madly in love with this hairy beast who had to be shaved before to look not like a monster. Wow, there is so much detail I almost hopped into the book. Like a kid spitting blood onto her face and it can get pretty gory. The book is written in first person that I liked and disliked because you can not jump from people to people and you just have to stay with Katniss the whole time. I hated the ending to this book because it didn't make me want to read the next book, Catching Fire. They say they are making a movie but if they make this PG-13 they would have to take away a lot of the book so don't be surprised if the movie is going to be rated R. Overall this book is a really good book I would recommend this for teens and adults 'cause it can get very descriptive.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GC06RZH4J2BX?ASIN=0439023521	A Great Futuristic, Dystopian Thought-Provoker	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What an adventure! The Hunger Games is a great young adult, futuristic, dystopian novel that makes you think hard about what you would do in a situation similar to Katniss Everdeen's. Read my full non-spoiler review at [...]</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R371OVE3DUOYC1?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Reading The Hunger Games is highly recommended for any teen. It is a fast paced novel that is filled with suspense, drama, and action. I enjoyed this book for several reasons. First of all, the characters are well developed by Suzanne Collins. Katniss is a fierce and loyal main character. The reader grows to admire her throughout the book. The setting paints a vivid picture in the reader's mind. You are able to imagine that you have stepped into the hunger game arena. Also, the nonstop action keeps the reader's attention during the entire book.<br/><br/>The characters in this book are memorable. It is like Katniss, Gale, and Peeta become real people as you read. The author takes you into battle with Katniss and Peeta. You find yourself cheering for and against other characters in the book. The action continues to keep you guessing until the very end. That is part of the reason why this book is so engaging.<br/><br/>Suzanne Collins creates a futuristic society in this book. The country is divided into several different districts. Katniss is from a district that is very poor. However, as she grows up there, she learns to hunt animals to feed her family. When she goes into the arena, these hunting skills become a valuable part of her will to survive the hunger games.<br/><br/>At the end of The Hunger Games, the reader is compelled to get the next two books in this series. You cannot just stop with the first book. I am excited to read the second book to find out what happens to these remarkable characters. Suzanne Collins makes this book interesting for teens and adults.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1F2DWWPIIIAFQ?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was a fast read! After it arrived, I was not able to put the book donw and finished it in 3 days, and I am not a fast reader. The story, plaot with twist and page-turning excitment kept me glued to the final page!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OKRFOA25H5PK?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this whole series. The plot is original and very creative. Very developed characters. However I would like to ask about the name choice. But other than that, this book, the whole series, are excelent reads.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3H816CA4IZDDN?ASIN=0439023521	A fast and easy read, with a few imperfections	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I watched the movie before I read the book.<br/><br/>I found the movie to be very vague and lifeless in a way. The actors were not that good, and showed little emotion. Overall, it seemed more like a TV movie than a blockbuster movie.<br/><br/>A fan of Young Adult books, I decided to read the book, knowing that the books shed more insight on the characters.<br/><br/>I was right, but there still was very little emotion in the book itself as far as characters. What emotion it did have was shallow.<br/><br/>Where the book really shines is the whole gladiator thing, along with the taboo of kids fightening kids.<br/><br/>It has been done before, sure, but it is still fun. Sadly, the good part with the action only takes up maybe 10% of the book which is at the end.<br/><br/>Until then, you have to deal with Katniss and her weird emotions.<br/><br/>To be a high profile book, there were many grammer and spelling errors. I would expect from a new author.<br/><br/>As harsh as I may sound, I did enjoy the book (And series) for what it was. There is just something about the theme and the taboo that pulls you in.<br/><br/>As far as other books that I recommend, it would be Sky of Dust: The Last Weapon if you want the same feel as Hunger Games. Gritty, set in the future, and kids surviving the government.<br/><br/><a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Sky-of-Dust-The-Last-Weapon/dp/B0090RI2N6"">Sky of Dust: The Last Weapon</a><br/><br/>If you want something a bit more fantasy, then Percy Jack series is good as well.<br/><br/><a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Lightning-Thief-Percy-Jackson-and-the-Olympians/dp/B00280LYIC"">The Lightning Thief (Percy Jackson and the Olympians)</a></span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15KRNMZ49ZUJG?ASIN=0439023521	Forever Hooked	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have read the stereotypical young adult novels like Harry Potter, Twilight, Riordan series, etc. nd kept putting this on off over and over again thjnking What else is there to be written? surely after the hundreds of other books all there was to be original is probably used numerous time and this is some mixmatch vampire zombie wanna be bok that is most ljkely jusst a rewrite of another book. Boy was i wrong!<br/><br/>I loved this book more than any other tht i had read before and thouhtthe them and originality was mind blowing. She dveloped emotions that were so powerful i was literally sucked into the book and couldnt get out for hours at a time. In my opinion, i wouldnt have don he story in Katniss's POV or would have made her character more interesting and unique. But kudos fo reviving this world tha is just dripping with cheesy teen dramas.<br/><br/>I took off a star because i thouh that she couldve made th other tributes a littl more expressive in the book. I know it was a game to see which person would com out alive out of 23 others, but she could have made them talk more or express unique feelings tha placed each of the players apart. I also hink tha instead of using one persons point of view she couldve made it first person omniscient or head hopped so hat we ould understand the story better.<br/><br/>I lik te way tha she had peeta be soomewhat of an enigma at the beginning then have him just pour out at the end. I hope tha peeta gets katniss inhhe end.<br/><br/>P.S.  Sorry for the typos... its hard typing on your kindle!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7NUJAO0UJY23?ASIN=0439023521	Absorbing, thought provoking and more a love story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Having read many of the reviews here and elsewhere (both favorable and unfavorable) I decided to read this book before seeing the movie adaptation. Set in the U.S of the future after a breakdown in society by war, famine and more wars, there exists 12 districts that are basically slave states supporting a populace living in the Capital who have everything. Elsewhere the people struggle to survive with limited supplies. In order to remind the districts how powerful the Capital really is, Hunger Games or a reality TV , real life survivor contest is held annually. A teenage boy and girl chosen from each district (24 total contestants) battle it out in a large arena that can consist of varying terrain, weapons and food sources. Only one can win! Our heroine is a tough girl who breaks the rules to keep her family alive in normal circumstances. She volunteers to play in the games so that her younger sister will not have to go. She is a martyr. She owes the boy from her district who kept her alive because he loves her. This is a love story with a ""Lord of the Flies"" type macabre social commentary on TV and power gone amok. Yes there is violence as the contestants must fight and kill each other. But the good guys are good and the bad guys are bad. For the most part it is a love story with more of the answers in the next and final books.<br/><br/>I loved it. Could not put it down. Read this in one weekend and rushed out to get the next book. A must read!<br/><br/>Sam Hendricks, author Fantasy Football Guidebook and Fantasy Baseball for Beginners</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ELLJ60LFCIXU?ASIN=0439023521	Battle Royale with a Twist of Lime	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I first began this book my initial thought was, ""So, this is basically Battle Royale but more for females?"" A friend asked me if that made it better or worse than Battle Royale, which is a novel (not the movie, not the manga, THE NOVEL) that I love almost above all others.  It was not fair for me to assess it at the time, and now it is stuck in comparison-dom, but not as much as I thought it would be.  Same general idea, sure.  But oddly with a less helpless feel to The Hunger Games.<br/><br/>This novel never left me terribly surprised by anything but it left me feeling satisfied.  The story was good, the games were well told, and this novel itself did not try to do more than it had time for.  It simply allowed the story to be told the way it should have.  Katniss, the protagonist, is actually unlikable in a lot of ways, which makes her a more realistic character.  She is a good person caught in a bad situation but she has qualities that make her a more likely candidate to survive a game such as this.<br/><br/>Every character is realistic and they fit in the situation they are thrown in.  While I preferred Battle Royale, it had more emotion and a larger array of characters, I still had to throw this novel five stars because the characters who were chosen for the games were more realistic while still being varied and the plot itself was compelling.  That is not even to speak on the splendorous writing style that had me sitting down and having to finish most of this book in one sitting. I'm not usually that type of reader, even with as much as I read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GJYVKXB0ER0O?ASIN=0439023521	Before the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book, I couldn't get my eyes off of it, it was like a drug; very addicted. My friend went to see the movie and told me about it, she also told me that it came from a book. And as I am a bookworm I bought it. Ok, I started to read, it talked about this girl, Katniss Everdeen, and how she lives. And then I get to the part of the reaping and I was thinking ""Oh no, oh my god, she's gonna pick Katniss,noo!"" But then, poof ""Primrose Everdeen!"" KATNISS' SISSTER!!!!!!!!!NOOOOOOO!!! It totally broke my heart when Katniss said she wanted to be a tribute and then told her lil sis. that she had to be strong.<br/><br/>What I loved of this book is that is has feelings, not like other books that narrate you a story but that in the second page you want to leave because you think ""God, dis book's boring"". But that doesn't happens with this book, you just want to keep reading and reading, addicted. So when I finished I bought the second and the third because I NEEDED to know how it ended. This book is amazing, it has love, action, suspense...There are ,literally, heartbreaking scenes like when Rue died<br/><br/>I strongly recommend you to read this amazing trilogy, then of course you can watch the movie that is also thrilling. And if you don't like to read, then watch the movie, but the book is like 100.000.000.000.000.000.000.000 (I don't have a clue what's dis number name is but, you understand my point) times better than the movie. So if you're a bookworm like me...READ THE HUNGER GAMES!!!<br/><br/>Kisses<br/><br/>AnonymousReader ;)</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3R93HO6D7UNQD?ASIN=0439023521	Engaging, exciting, makes you think	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">With all the hype, I actually expected not to like this book.  I thought it would be like the Twilight series which was too ridiculous for me.  Instead, I found myself hooked from the first few pages.  I read all three of these books in 2 weeks.  This book made me think about the possibility of a world like Panem, and even worse, about the reality of places where Panem-like states truly exist.  I could understand why the main character, Katniss Everdeen, had qualities of being a fighter and also struggled to make choices or value herself.  I am a psychologist, and I see girls like her everyday.  Girls who have been raised in traumatizing environments who wanted to fight, but didn't know how.  I see how the fight is still there, but they aren't sure how to direct it.  Unfortunately, it often leads to self-sabotoge.  I think that happens with Katniss too.<br/><br/>I love Collins' characters.  Her writing style allowed me to really get to know each character, to see their flaws and their attributes.  She is able to weave the story in such a way that kept me hooked.  I can't remember the last book that I actually finished and ran to get the next and the next.<br/><br/>I have seen many reviews here that really made no sense to me.  Many people arguing about whether or not the story line is plausible, is Katniss Everdeen likable, that the writing is fragmented, etc.  I am not sure what the authors of most of those reviews were talking about.  I would strongly recommend this book to teenagers and adults.  Read a sample, I think you'll agree.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3S1NTNLT0KENV?ASIN=0439023521	Surprised	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After seeing the movies, and all of the hype about the book, I must say I am pleasantly surprised. So surprised that I read most of the book in a day. Fast paced and keeps you anticipating what happens next the whole time.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OBWD9QOK82S2?ASIN=0439023521	one hell of a thrill ride	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Rating: 5/5<br/><br/>Review:<br/><br/>  This book came highly recommended to me by basically everyone. It would not have been a book I'd pick out for myself; the cover didn't intrigue me, and just by that I wouldn't have even considered reading the back of the book to get more info. If it had been just a random book in a bookstore, I'd have passed it by without an extra thought.<br/><br/>  But this is no ordinary book; not even close. With all they hype and great reviews about it, I was interested. And when it came to my school's library, it was so easy to get my hands on it. And when I did, I was not disappointed.<br/><br/>  This was an extremely gripping story. Futuristic, scarily so. While extreme critics find other books or movies to compare this one to, I can think of nothing that compares. The story is definitely different from anything I've ever read. Killing people for sport is not a subject that I find gracing the pages of young adult literature. But here it is, plain as day. Perhaps it's a comment on society and the way things are shaping up to be, or perhaps it was just a hypothetical story meant to entertain and keep readers on the edge of their seat. Whichever the case may be, I was enthralled. And it really got me thinking about people, and just goodness overall.<br/><br/>  The writing wasn't my favorite; it actually kind of bothered me in parts, the way that Katniss spoke in her narration. But the story fully made up for it.<br/><br/>  I'm not sure exactly how the sequel will turn out... but you can bet that I'll be ready for it when it's released.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQFI111IYNB41?ASIN=0439023521	Children's Book Author goes Battle Royale	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">People have been accusing Suzanne Collins of plagiarizing Battle Royale and that is not true (Well at least to the extent of the law) but its true that she copied too many aspects of Battle Royale and it's most likely that she westernized the idea of Battle Royale in an attempt the reach the large and profitable American market. Hunger Games fans don't want to realize that the book they adore so much is actually a sloppy rehashed Battle Royale simply because of its origin or for other petty reasons. They either quickly dismiss Battle Royale or read it with a heavy bias and ignore the very substance of the book that Collins tries so hard to imitate. I'm not going to elaborate on the similarities between the two books but its clear that Battle Royale solidified the popularity of this genre and its identity has unique elements which separates itself from the rest of the works and puts it at the forefront. Although Battle Royale may have been influenced by earlier novels like ""Running Man"" or ""The Survivor"" (The Running Man movie also flopped) they differentiate enough in substance especially compared to The Hunger Games. The success of previous works relating to this genre pale in comparison to Battle Royale and it redefined this genre plenty enough to legitimatize it. Collins definitely did very well for herself as an unoriginal children's book author but looked elsewhere for success after her Underworld Chronicles series. Overall I would not recommend this book or the movie and the American public should wise up and discourage writers from this practice.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VH3Q2DHGW31I?ASIN=0439023521	A lot better than I thought it would be (No Spoilers)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Okay, so I wasn't expecting to really like the book, and it's not that this isn't the sort of thing I like to read...in fact , it is. But I'm always wary of such huge cultural phenomena such as this series. Sometimes, though, there really IS a reason why a book like this gets over 13,000 reviews - most of which are really positive.<br/><br/>I went ahead and bought it used because it was only $0.99 at a Goodwill and Stephen King endorsed it. That may have been the best buck I've spent in a long time.<br/><br/>First, the characters are well drawn. I like the first person perspective from Katniss because it lends a dimension of relationship to the reader that, true has been used well in other books (See: <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/A-Ghost-of-Fire-Ghostly-Elements/dp/B005MF8AYQ"">A Ghost of Fire (Ghostly Elements)</a>), but I think it's one of the reasons THIS book has done so well.<br/><br/>Second, there's good tension and suspense without relying too much on the horror of what's actually happening (i.e. the bloody deaths of teenaged children). The book is paced really well and the tension builds and you really do end up fretting over whether certain characters are going to make it through the book or not.<br/><br/>Third, it's an easy read. The language isn't clunky and it doesn't get in the way. Collins tells the story very simply without going overboard on description, or making the emotions melodramatic.<br/><br/>Overall, I give it 4 stars because it's earned them. It's not the most amazing thing I've ever read, but it DOES make me want to jump right into Catching Fire. Happy reading.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R377QESGIABAYR?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it, but is it really a young adult book?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was intrigued by the Hunger Games. I kept seeing it on bookstores' shelves, and was wondering if a new trilogy could outperform recent, successful ones. Mixed reviews kept fuelling my interest. My verdict: very good. Fast-paced, well written, engaging, unusual, smart, and... bloody. I am in between two minds about the bloody aspect of the novel, which is usually put on the young adult shelves. Thinking about it, I wouldn't be very keen on my children reading it until they are old enough. True, some of what they watch and read nowadays is almost worse than this. The premise of the novel is a game organised by a Government built on the remnants of what used to be the USA, featuring a group of children of all ages brought together in a large fenced area, and asked to fight to death with each other until there is only one last, successful fighter. The game is filmed: reality TV at its worst. I have a problem with premises featuring children killing each other for pleasure (not that those in the book really want to kill each other to start with); you just don't want those ideas in our children's minds. But then again, this is fiction. I loved ""Lord of the Flies"" by William Golding, a terrible story about children stuck on a remote island and starting to kill each other, but the premise was different (a reenactment of society, not a game) and it was really an adult book at the end of the day. Having said that, I really liked the Hunger Games. It think it is innovative, clever and has a great plot. I'm looking forward to reading the sequel.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35O9OA4O3ZTS6?ASIN=0439023521	Timeless and Appropriate for Most Ages	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is one of those timeless books that will stay with you forever. In some ways, it is reminiscent of The Lottery combined with a modern-day reality show similar to Survivor. It's a talented author who can describe starvation in such a way the reader feels like they have endured famine...who can build life-threatening events with such reality the reader's heart pounds while hormones of anxiety course through their veins...who can make the reader fall into heartwarming love at the same moment the book's characters do...who can make you mourn - with real tears - when great characters die. Suzanne Collins is just such author. Amazing. Inspiring. One of the greatest.<br/><br/>Katniss' selflessness and willingness to give her life for others along with her morals/ethics make her the perfect heroine. Katniss' tales describing her friendship with Gale and their likenesses means there is no way to ignore the strength of their bond and makes you wonder if she unknowingly loves him. Peeta's tender show of unrequited love makes the reader's heart squeeze, and they cheer for him as emphatically as they pull for Katniss to be the winner of the Hunger Games.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games and the Capital and the Districts. The world which was created within the covers of this book is very real, making this unbelievable story suddenly plausible and horrific.<br/><br/>I would highly recommend this book for people of all ages. In fact, I'm dying to tackle Catching Fire, which will be one of my next books.<br/><br/>T. R. Graves, author</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HHOETKDZHJR?ASIN=0439023521	loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">five star rating because I love the hunger games I was so shocked to find out that peeta got a new leg and katniss saved him. I have seen the movie five times and I cant wait to read the next book and see the second movie</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3K57H45O34NYX?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I chose this rating because the plot was easy to follow and it was quite descriptive.<br/>I enjoyed the book, for the same reasons as the rating.<br/>I would recommend this book for anyone who likes suspense and action.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IA1KMQ2GC692?ASIN=0439023521	A well written depressing science fiction novel	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is a riveting book. It was hard to put down, and it set my mood for days, from the moment that I began reading. The problem was that the mood it put me was sordid and dark.<br/><br/>I knew what was coming, as I had seen the movie trailers. I had decided that I would not see the movie, but when the opportunity came along to read the book, I decided to read it despite my doubts about the content. I am not sorry that I read it - it is a well written SF novel, and I would recommend it, with caution.<br/><br/>The book takes place in the what we know of as the United States, although the area is referred to only as North America. But the country is ruled by a dictatorship that resembles the cruelest regimes of human history. The government exercises cruelty for its own sake, pitting neighbor against neighbor, family members against each other, and of course total strangers. People live at a subsistence level; death by starvation is common although the rulers have plenty and enjoy all sorts of luxuries, including slaves.<br/><br/>The main story line is about the Hunger Games, where twenty four children aged twelve to eighteen must fight each other to death. The condition of the ""Games"" enforces starvation,, thirst, sickness and bloodthirsty violence. Only the last survivor may return home to enjoy the status of a rich outcast in his or her community.<br/><br/>I won't say how this works out, but there is no happy ending in this volume. I have not read the next two books in the series, and I probably won't.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YTSX5X5EN8KJ?ASIN=0439023521	engaging but incoherent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">(I address all three books in the trilogy, because I doubt anybody will stop after this first book.)<br/><br/>First two books draw you into a constant fight for survival, with intriguing dynamics of personal relations: enemies, allies, friends. This dynamics is what I liked most in the book, I think the author did a great job making you feel it and empathize. The adventure is engaging when reading, although somewhat falls apart in retrospective (the author leaves loose ends and does not really connect some events or show their consequences, even for important ones).<br/><br/>The last books is different. Major action happens in the background, and you do not really see it, just learn the brief news. Most of the time you are tracking conditions of mental hospital patients, going back and forth in their madness. And their conditions do not really feel only violence-induced, they are heavily intermingled with psychological complexes from ordinary life, hurt feelings, hurt consciousness. There are a few episodes of really engaging action, but they fall apart and fail to connect into a coherent picture even more than in the first two books. It seems the author is piling up events just to put her heroes through something, and then let them analyze this.<br/><br/>General impression: I enjoyed the book while reading, but it feels very incoherent and somewhat disappointing after I finished it. The story falls apart and is so unconvincing, that it fails to lead you into retrospective thinking, like most good books do. I did like the friend-enemy dynamics.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39CQEUODZ5MSF?ASIN=0439023521	Pretty violent.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I finally broke down and read Hunger Games a few months after I ordered it.  I do not regret the purchase but there is no way that I would let any child under 16 read it.  The violence is pretty shocking and the only thing keeping the publisher from listing this as an adult read is that there is no sexual content in it.<br/>I would have liked the author to have given just a little more background on the districts and the capital but you had to pick up what little she gave you fast because once the games begin, it is pretty brutal.<br/><br/>All in all, I admired the premise of the story but it was a little hard to understand that these games could even exist.  This it where it would have been nice to have more of a history of the circumstances that brought the games to life and the reasons that parents accepted that 23 of their children would die every year in a fight to the death.  I get that there was an uprising but why did the hunger games appear out of that.  Keeping the districts starving and captive not enough?  Taking all their resources not enough?  The writer just did not give enough of a background to make this believable.  I found it hard to accept that all the residents of the capital would tolerate these games for as long as they have. Fear only keeps us captive for so long.  These games have gone on for a long time.<br/><br/>P.S. If you are committed to reading the trilogy, do not read the reviews for the final book in the series.  The reviews were mixed and many were quite harsh.  Alot of spoilers as well.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGNVUHNMWOBZ4?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games leaves me hungry for more!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is one of the most thrilling and intense books i've read in a while. For those who love Harry Potter and Twilight, I guarantee that you will want to make room on your bookshelf for this book as well. Suzanne Collins used every ingredient that creates a fun and entertaining read for all. The book immediately starts in with Katniss Everdeen and her family, consisting of her mother and sister, on what is a normal day in District 12. Within the first few pages, you feel for Katniss and what she's been through. She basically has to provide for her family since her father died and her mother won't do a thing to lessen the suffering of her children.<br/><br/>As for The Hunger Games themself, it IS slightly violent. Therefore, I would not let your young children read it until you, the parent, have read it first.<br/><br/>The other aspect of the book is the love story between Katniss and Peeta Mellark. Peeta has loved Katniss since they were just small children and Katniss has been completely oblivious to the whole thing. She has only known his as ""the boy with the bread"", who saved her and her family from starvation just after her father died. The love story progresses during the Games, but Katniss still doesn't really believe that what Peeta says and does is actually true! And of course, we don't really find out what happens between them when the book comes to a close:( Oh well, it just leaves me ""hungry"" for more;)<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is a must read and I think that you will be just as eager for the second installment as I am!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ECQKWX0GUNMH?ASIN=0439023521	I hunger for more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The story has taken me places I never would have imagined. It has caused me to look at the human psyche in a whole new light. The book and its series is nothing short of brilliant. Susan Collins has quite an imagination.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34U5CNUA7YXL0?ASIN=0439023521	Not what I expected	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I first ordered the Hunger Games, I was under the impression that it would be loosely based on the TV ratings war between several reality/competition style cooking programs. Think MasterChef, Gordon Ramsay's Kitchen Swear Word, or Survivor: Cannibal Island.<br/>Once the potential death of an impossibly resilient teen protagonist entered the frame, however, I began to suspect that I would learn hardly anything about good quality food, or why it is impossible to be a chef without being nasty and horrible to your staff or understudies.<br/>Once the competitors in this deathly olympiad were taken to the capital to prepare, my faith was restored, for they were served slow cooked lamb, made in a tajine, with prunes and vegetables...a perfect dish for a winter's eve, which it turns out seasonally describes the eves we are currently enduring here in Sydney.<br/>The result was that my girlfriend, a real up and comer in the kitchen, a former contestant on 'Survivor: Hassle Free Greek Island Holiday'; and lover of tween romance literature; took it upon herself to reproduce the meal in question. I consumed the meal hungrily, relaxing in the knowledge that afterwards I would be consuming dessert, rather than being pitted in a kill or be killed type scenario. Seriously, would you want a gutful of slow cooked meat if you were about to fight for your own survival?<br/><br/>For all the above reasons, and many more, I give Hunger Games 4 stars and can safely say it is the best book I never read...apart from thousands of classics.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20KWD6SEM61LK?ASIN=0439023521	Compelling Yet Frightening	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is a worldwide phenomenon. It went from book(s) to a movie in a split second. I actually saw the movie first and then I went and read the book. I was a bit skeptical about the book being the same as the movie, but I was wrong, it was better. I finished the first book the same day I got it and then went back and got the second and third book. I was expecting the first book to be a bit overwhelming after I had seen the movie. I was wondering how Suzanne Collins would be able to obtain all of the action of the movie and put it into words and still make it have the same affect. She did it perfectly. Every part of the book balanced out and led easily into another action part without any confusion. Some books I've read have had action in them and the authors have not been able to do the same thing with their words. The words they use to describe the characters and what's happening are confusing to me and I can't imagine it in my head very well, but with The Hunger Games, Suzanne Collins mastered the action and with one great work, her books are forever on my bookshelf.<br/> I won't give away too much about the book, but basically it's about 24 teenagers who are admitted into an arena and made to fight to the death until on lone person remains. This book is about survival and about how fighting for your life is very frightening and difficult, especially when 23 other people are aimed to kill you. I definitely  recommend this book to everyone who is thinking about reading it. Once you start, it's hard to stop.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R245TP01BZLQZL?ASIN=0439023521	The Best Book in the World!!!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is one of the best books I have read next to Harry Potter.<br/>This book is set in the future in North America, there are 12 districts.!(There were 13 but that district was destroyed) Every year they randomly pick 2 people as tribunes(a boy and a girl).Prim Everdeen(Katniss' sister has her name in for a tribune only 1 time so Katniss' is almost sure she wont get picked. When the ceramony begins ,girls are picked first, Prim is picked,but Katniss volenters as tribune in place of her sister, The boys are picked next,and its Peeta Mellark,the bakers son.  Katniss goes into training with her 2 mentors:Effie Trinket and a guy named Haymitch. For the next couple of days the tribunes train for the games. Then when the games begin the 24 tribunes all die 1 by 1. Then left last to win are Katniss and Peeta. Who by then are really in love! But Katniss isn't sure if she likes him or her best friend Gale Hawthorne at home who is her hunting partner.<br/>The Hunger Games is to teach the people in the districts not to repelled against the capitol so they are sacrificing kids from the ages 12-18 to fight for the death,and everybody in all of the capitols will be watching them!<br/><br/>I loved the Hunger Games and I cant wait till I read the next two books in the series: Catching Fire and Mockingjay.<br/>This book has a lot of details it goes very well into explanation about things. If you are to go see the movie I would recommend you to read the book first because you might seem a little confused at the movies.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37Z04XBMGZAEL?ASIN=0439023521	And they think this will be a PG-13 movie?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger Games is one of the hottest books on the market right now.  It's the story of a ruined, post-apocalyptic society in which north America is divided into twelve sectors and a somewhat fascist government is in place.  To control the population, each year two children are chosen from each district and the twenty-four contestants are forced to fight to the death.<br/>  This is a seriously addicting and fascinating book.  The writing is sharp and engaging, and the reader can't help but rout for our strong, quirky heroine, who tells the story in the first person.  She has all kinds of knowledge about the bleak realities of her world, and all kinds of ignorance about things like trust and romantic love.  I read this book in only a few days because I simply couldn't put it down.  The brutality, side by side with the ignorance and innocence is a seductive combination.<br/>  I hear talk of Hollywood snapping this one up.  They want to target teens with it, as it's a young adult book, but from what I know of ratings, that doesn't seem likely.  Any time there is violence against children--especially done by other children--and it results in death, is an automatic R-rating.  And let me just warn you, some of the stuff in this book is pretty brutal.<br/>  The off-kilter savagery, juxtaposed with moments of tenderness, is just enough to keep the reader turning the pages, and shows the author's ingenuity at her craft.  I would recommend this to anyone who wants to read outside the box.  Just don't expect a Walt Disney film.<br/><br/>[...]</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HMAG3IXOSMTX?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have seen the movie a few times, but reading this book gives more insight into the conflicting emotions, how things are in the district, sand how frivolous and pampered the people are in the capital. Magnificent read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SP33DFXSHWXL?ASIN=0439023521	Violence is bad, but...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very forceful page-turner, a very fun read, but also ridiculous in some ways. The central statement/theme is that it’s bad for the powerful to exploit their subjects by making them fight to the death. OK, but then isn’t that the exact reason why we keep turning the pages, to see who dies next? Isn’t all the exciting violence the reason this book sold so well? Yes, making the reader care about the characters is important, but without the carnage it would have been painfully obvious how two-dimensional they all are. A sick game makes sick people want to watch, and sick readers want to read, because we are all members of a sick race that craves to see suffering and destruction. Plot-wise it was pretty slick but I thought there should have been at least a few earlier subjects who refused to fight. The author (or editor, whose touch is detectible) is also careful to display Katniss’ open adoration of expensive clothes and fine food: mustn’t have an American book that even hints that these are bad things. There’s a balancing act going on here between condemnation of the upper classes and open longing for the finer things in life. Another area in which the author is clever is having super-tough heroine Katniss get to be gleefully decked out in fancy dresses and makeup several times. Ladies get to have their cake and eat it too: woodsy tom-boy gets timeouts to go all girly-girl. She even gets to dump the boy who loves her. After all, she’s got another boy back home who’s better looking. Yay! I like, totally love this book!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R82SK2FE0G4EX?ASIN=0439023521	I liked it, but I didn't love it.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Partly it's the narrator--she does the Women's Murder Club series (by James Patterson) well, but her voice is a bit old to be a convincing Katniss--but mostly it's Katniss herself. I'm not completely sold on her as the heroine. She was amazingly dense at times, particularly about her relationships with others, and especially with boys. I realize that this is the trend in YA fiction these days--to have plain, nothing-special girls who just don't realize that a boy (let alone more than one! We should all be so lucky) could possibly like them and be totally in the dark about it, but Katniss took it to a whole new level. Can she really be that oblivious? Since we're getting the story from her POV here, I guess so. I find it hard to swallow, though, because overall she's not an idiot. (She just plays one on reality TV? Sorry, couldn't resist.) Yes, she was good at using what life threw at her to help her get through and yes, overall she showed resourcefulness and bravery. But unless she undergoes some major changes in the next two books (because in this one? She didn't really change at all), she's never going to be in the list of my favorite heroines.<br/><br/>Another thing that bothered me is that we don't really get a good explanation for what has happened to the country that turned it into the scary place that is Panem. Things are alluded to but never fully explained--or at least not explained in a way that makes it all make sense. Maybe this will be fixed in the next two books? I hope so, but won't be holding my breath....</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RH6D1X7D9RJDU?ASIN=0439023521	would be 6 stars....	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I think that The Hunger Games is a great book. In fact I'm holding back the best I can to not go ahead and read the other two books in the series because I have to remember THIS book, The Hunger Games in order to write this review accurately for this school report.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is extremely addictive, in almost every review people talk about how they couldn't put it down, with good reason. It is non-stop action, you're constantly at the edge of your seat waiting for the next big unexpected thing to happen.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is suspenseful. For example, 24 teenagers are put in an arena to fight to the death, keep in mind that they are TEENAGERS, so they're young and unpredictable and they are fighting to the death, so their decisions might be a little off.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games has something for everyone, adventure, a tiny bit of horror, action, suspense, romance, drama, and even a little humor. (This is on the back, I don't want to give too much away) From things like ""Sixteen-year-old Katniss Everdeen regards it as a death sentence when she steps forward to take her sister's place in the games."" To other points of the story line like ""If she is to win, she will have to start making choices that weigh survival against humanity and life against love.""<br/><br/>If I had to make up one quote up for this incredibly great book it would be:<br/>""The entire book is climax.""<br/><br/>All my friends told me that this book, along with the rest of the series, is great. Now having read the book, I agree. Top 5 material.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DJ5CAJBZUOMU?ASIN=0439023521	The Best book I read EVAR!!!!! (This year) was.......	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Alright so starting out this is a very good Sci-Fi book. It is centered in North America, old USA. I predict the book is about 100 years after present time. The Hunger Games is an event done yearly to punish rebels and remind them that the Capitol is stronger. What they do is have each District send forth one boy and one girl decided upon by draw. The Tributes are then sent into an arena to fight to the death. The reason they do this is because 75 years ago the Districts had a rebellion against the Capitol. The Hunger Games is basically the Capitol's way of saying ""We're still bigger and stronger than you"".<br/>  What does Katniss do in the book? Good question. I will answer this after I tell you SPOILER ALERT SPOILER ALERT SPOILER ALERT!!!!!!!!! Katniss's sister gets her name drawn and she instantly volunteers to go up instead. Everyone is so stunned at the thought of it that no-one says a word. Anyone from District 12 basically knows that going into the Games is a certain death sentence. Katniss doesn't care though,  she wants to save her sister. I won't go deeper into the plot because I don't want to spoil it for anyone reading this.<br/>  Conclusion- EPIC BOOK. The author's purpose is to entertain, and boy was I entertained! I didn't find any moral but then again I have trouble finding morals in anything. I recommend it because it's a great read and can get a bit emotional, but not too much. If you read this book be prepared for chills down your spine and you will frequently block out the world around you.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2AFLBCQ1IAC93?ASIN=0439023521	Way better than the movie!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I purchased the Hunger Games Trilogy for my Kindle quite a while ago.  Life got busy and I had several other books in my que to read.  I should have skipped them all.  This was the best book I have read in a long time.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JV4ZZU5AXON6?ASIN=0439023521	Loved It	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very well written book.Holds your intrest from the first word to the last. I have only read this first one, but will most certainly read the rest. I am even thinking about going to the movie, which is different for me.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4M15IGVHKW4U?ASIN=0439023521	A story that sucks you in and keeps you wanting more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A couple months ago, I hadn't even heard of The Hunger Games. Now, I'm happily immersed in it. My girlfriend and her teenage kids were in various stages of reading the trilogy, and they introduced me to the story. When her 13-year-old son tried describing the plot to me, I became minimally interested. Then I picked up the first book. Wham! Suzanne Collins' story hooked me. I've read the first two books, and I've seen the movie. I can hardly wait to read the third.<br/><br/>I had just finished The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo when I picked up The Hunger Games. I loved the suspense of Dragon Tattoo, and I was equally impressed with the gripping story of The Hunger Games. The story gets even better with the second book.<br/><br/>Another novel I finished recently that compares favorably to Hunger Games and Dragon Tattoo is <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Kurchatov-Penetration/dp/0984959807"">The Kurchatov Penetration</a>, a thriller about the Russian mafiya's efforts to steal and smuggle plutonium to feed the ravenous nuclear appetite of the Islamic Republic of Iran with the assistance of teenage American computer hacker Kent Dalton. Dalton has the brilliance of Tattoo's Salander character, but otherwise is quite different and unique. Also, with Iran's nuclear ambitions and Israel's sabotage of their nuclear program in the news almost daily, it seems that The Kurchatov Penetration could be closer to reality than fiction. It's a scary to think how near to the edge of a nuclear holocaust we ride. The Kurchatov Penetration is a real eye-opener and exciting page-turner.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2AGENV5J78NCS?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderfully written	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the first in a series of books by Suzanne Collins. I was recommended this read by a dear friend and family member. I was so impressed by this read. I haven't been this excited about a series since Twilight. LOL.<br/>The Hunger Games is set in North America where there are 12 colonies. There were 13, but they rebelled and are non existent. The main character and protagonist Katniss is a 16 year old girl. She is a illegal hunter in her district, feeding her family in a very poverty stricken district.<br/>The Capital is a what we as Americans would call The Man... Or a communist government set up in a place that all their needs are meet while a dying people suffer and try and fend for themselves.<br/><br/>There was a rebellion in the colonies between them and the Capital. So, in their peace treaty The Hunger Games where birthed. The Hunger Games is a form of punishment and a way for the Capitol to remind the people that they are in control. Each year at the same time one boy and one girl from all twelve districts are chosen to participate in a yearly competition to the death. It is done by lottery for children ages 12-18.<br/><br/>There is also a few love interests in the story. Katniss is torn between her best friend and another companion along her journey's. A romance that always leaves the reading wondering.<br/><br/>I hope everyone I know reads this, not just for the excitement in reading such a great story. But, also for us to remember what all we have and how great we have it here in our country right at this moment.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XKJQSXGBCW5E?ASIN=0439023521	A book for teenagers. An entertaining and easy read, but no masterpiece.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I bought it, I wasn't aware that it was a book targeted at younger audiences (at least it seems to be).<br/><br/>The main characters are 12-18 years old and while the plot is fairly interesting the characters are pretty black and white ... you know who's good and who's bad in the same way as in most Harry Potter books.  The characters are nowhere near as interesting or ambivalent as lets say in Game of Thrones, nor do the plot or the characters take any surprising twists or turns.<br/><br/>I'd say it's popcorn fiction. The book does by no means come anywhere near R.R.Martin's books (Game of Thrones) or books written by William Gibson ... neither in complexity/atmosphere nor in their tendency to surprise.  But it is still fairly well written and an easy entertaining read and it has its good moments. Certainly suitable for most teenagers.  Essentially I'm sure, people who are fine with Harry Potter books, will like this one too.<br/><br/>Also, if you saw the movie, there's still something for you in the book.  I saw the movie later and found many scenes in the movie which I would not have understood without the book. Naturally a few plot parts were missing from the movie too. So I imagine reading the book after the movie will still have some good moments.<br/><br/>If you're still not sure if you should read it, click on the 1-star reviews and sort for most helpful first.  The one by ""Alex"" sums up the weak part nicely, although personally I think the overall rating is overly critical and harsh.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CXELT6K4NSSN?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games Book Review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Joshua Stewart<br/>Period #1<br/>AP Language and Composition<br/>April 29, 2012<br/><br/>The Hunger Games<br/>By: Suzanne Collins<br/>Great book to read and good story to follow when reading, April 29, 2012<br/>Most of the books I have read had to do with fantasy, historical fiction, and non-fiction that provided a great story to develop. When I first heard about this book and movie, I actually was actually convinced when I saw it and I wanted to read it. Suzanne Collins put some great effort into this book and it actually gives great detail of the protagonist, Katniss Everdeen, and what is happening around her in the story. Collins uses mostly 1st person so that she can get the reader to think that Katniss is telling the story to them. What mainly happens in this story is that there is a tradition (Hunger Games) that occurs every year to gather 2 children (male and female age 12-18) from every 13 districts to fight to the death for victory and honor for their district filled with poverty. This story provides a great plot of the action, suspense, and the climax, but this book does lack some tone in it. I think this is a good book to read and that it would be great to continue reading the series for the suspense and for what is going to happen to the protagonist and the hunger games. The audience intended for this book would be mostly young readers who are into fiction, suspense, and has a good plot to it. I would consider that people should read this for a good story, but for a lack of tone quality.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R96KZ2V2XR7U3?ASIN=0439023521	I only made it through 1/3 of the book so this is 1/3 of a review.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I tried.  I really, really tried.  I tried to read the entire book.  But by page 100-something I was so bored with slogging through Collins' sophomoronic (yes, you read that right) prose that I tossed the book into the round file, after which I fished it out and donated it to our co-op's bookshelf in the laundrymat.  Someone might find it useful for killing time between the wash cycle and the spin cycle.<br/><br/>The writing in ""The Hunger Games"" is from hunger.  Even Stephenie Meyer writes better than this, and that is saying a lot.  Page after page of vapid descriptions that tell us essentially nothing.  We know there's going to be blood and gore all over the floor at some point but before you're halfway there you wonder if it's worth the trip and then decide it isn't.  The main characters are more like caricatures; Collins has no idea how to flesh them out and make them come alive for us.  And the plot is not so simple as simple-minded.  Big bad government turns poor innocent children into gladiators for fun and games.  And of course somewhere down the line there has to be a romance between the boy and the girl.  The whole thing sounds like a bad comic book.<br/><br/>Actually, the overall story has been much better told in Koushun Takami's ""Battle Royale"" and Stephen King's ""The Running Man"".  But unlike Collins, these authors know how to write.  ""The Hunger Games"" would probably have been a much better book if somebody else had written it.<br/><br/>Judy Lind</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38NIUT60ZUUO9?ASIN=0439023521	My first, but definitely nt my last!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A saga that seems timeless. A young heroine who pulls a hero into her orbit. A tale of survival in a cruel, insensitive society. A make believe world, brought to life by a skilled writer. On to the next in the series!</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KNLUBXHJ4E4K?ASIN=0439023521	OH MY GOSH	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is my third time reading this book and so after this I am gonna finish the rest of the series for a third time. Every time I read this it feels like I am reading it for the first time. THIS BOOK NEVER GETS OLD!!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35HH9XHM7B2EZ?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Oh My God... ! O_O I WILL recommend this book to EVERYONE !! This book is not only a ROMANCE packed novel, but an ACTION as well. And I love it! :) This book is definitely at the TOP of my FAVORITE BOOKS list as well.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TMBTEX3NX6F1?ASIN=0439023521	Loved the trilogy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am a believer that you must read the book before seeing the movie however, in this case the movie had me intrigued! I thoroughly enjoyed this book and instantly hunted down the second and third upon completing them.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OO0BCS2Z5Y1C?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is an amazing book! I saw the movie before i read the book which made it easier to read because i knew what was gonna happen and it was just amazing! I LOVE the hunger games and i especially LOVE Josh Hutcherson!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XARA3PF7H2ML?ASIN=0439023521	Definitely lived up to its hype!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My students started after me about this series last year. Of course, I had it in my ever-growing pile but when I got my hands on the audiobook it became even harder for me to resist... not that I purposely was! I spend over an hour in the car a day traveling to and from work and I have found that audiobooks are a God-send!<br/><br/>These books truly are ""the next Harry Potter"" for a multitude of reasons. I loved Katniss as a narrator and the complete view we get of her. Collins has written her so well and I felt like I was right with her throughout her journey. Stress, fatigue, emotional outbursts, loss and just plain ole confusion were felt through Katniss as she was learning to be the citizen representing her district. Many times female authors are thought to only be able to write romance (or ""the mushy stuff"" as my boys say), but Collins has proved them all wrong. Yes, there is a ""love story"" woven throughout but it is in no way mushy.<br/><br/>As I was listening to Katniss' survival in the Hunger Games I was brought back to my eleventh grade English class when we read The Lord of the Flies. That book amazed me because of the raw nature of the boys and what they did to survive and Katniss reminds me of that. She did what she had to do to survive and surprised herself most of all throughout her trials and tribulations. I am glad that I don't have to wait for Catching Fire or even Mockingjay because I have them both on my shelf and on audiobook.<br/><br/>For those of you wondering... I am TEAM PEETA all the way!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PEVE1URSF1YY?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">In a future society, there exists the country of Panam, made up of twelve districts plus the Capitol, which rules over all.  As punishment for an earlier rebellion by the districts, the reaping and Hunger Games competition  is now put on by the capitol each year.  A boy and a girl between the ages of 12-18 are chosen from each district to compete in this bloody competition where only one survivor remains at the end.  When Katniss Everdeen's younger sister is chosen, Katniss makes the ultimate sacrifice and volunteers to go in her sisters place.  Katniss cannot even begin to think about the unimaginable horrors she will face as she enters her quest to win The Hunger Games, but will enter with bravery and hope that her hunting skills will assist her.  What she cannot imagine is the twists and turns that will occur as the Gamemakers look for maximum entertainment value for the viewers in the capitol and districts.<br/><br/>This is one of the best books that I can remember reading.  I could not put it down and finished it in a little over a day.  The tension was unbearable and did not let up for a second.  The world that Suzanne Collins has built draws the reader right in, and the characters (even some of the lesser ones) are memorable.  You will be cheering for Katniss from page one, as you learn her history and the hardships she has already faced in her young life.  Recommended for adults and older teens (there is violence)...but make sure you have a solid day or two to devote to reading this addictive novel!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CXAXCVLKKSJF?ASIN=0439023521	The Game of Hunger	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Game of Hunger<br/><br/>  This action-packed book by Suzanne Collins has a lot of violence.  The Hunger Game is fiction, but there is some truth to all the violence. The North American government of Panama makes twenty four randomly selected children kill each other on the battlefield. This cruel government is doing this to remind its citizens not to rebel. Katniss, a 16 year old girl that volunteered for the games to make sure her 12 year old sister does not have to fight, shows true quick-wittedness and bravery on the battlefield.  Katniss has to kill the twenty-three other teenagers, or be killed herself.<br/>  During battle, love blossoms between Katniss and another contestant named Peeta. It is hard for them to connect emotionally, because Katniss likes another person back home named Gale with whom she hunts. Katniss feels guilty about the relationship, because at first she pretends to love Peeta only to win favor from the crowd which would help her in battle. Although her love was false at the beginning, she grew to genuinely like Peeta. Katniss knew that Gale would be watching, and she could never really decide who she liked best.<br/>  The book is intense and it grabbed my attention from the start. It is a great book that has twists and turns throughout. The government gives advantages to certain people and tries to eliminate the love between Katniss and Peeta.  This book is quite exciting.  It is gut-wrenching, incredibly entertaining, and a book that everyone should read.<br/><br/>-Patrick Kurzner</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NVFFTQ7Q0MQY?ASIN=0439023521	spellbound!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not stop reading it, it had me hooked until the end. I wanted to continued with the next book right away cause I was so intrigued by what would come next only to find myself wanting the story to be prolonged.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38F9CUU1GBHA0?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie first, and then decided to read the book....I wasn't disappointed.  I like that I was able to expand on the movie that I liked.  I will not be waiting for the next movie before reading the rest though</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HCKHVNNJ6RLR?ASIN=0439023521	The Game of Hunger	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Game of Hunger<br/><br/>  This action-packed book by Suzanne Collins has a lot of violence.  The Hunger Game is fiction, but there is some truth to all the violence. The North American government of Panama makes twenty four randomly selected children kill each other on the battlefield. This cruel government is doing this to remind its citizens not to rebel. Katniss, a 16 year old girl that volunteered for the games to make sure her 12 year old sister does not have to fight, shows true quick-wittedness and bravery on the battlefield.  Katniss has to kill the twenty-three other teenagers, or be killed herself.<br/>  During battle, love blossoms between Katniss and another contestant named Peeta. It is hard for them to connect emotionally, because Katniss likes another person back home named Gale with whom she hunts. Katniss feels guilty about the relationship, because at first she pretends to love Peeta only to win favor from the crowd which would help her in battle. Although her love was false at the beginning, she grew to genuinely like Peeta. Katniss knew that Gale would be watching, and she could never really decide who she liked best.<br/>  The book is intense and it grabbed my attention from the start. It is a great book that has twists and turns throughout. The government gives advantages to certain people and tries to eliminate the love between Katniss and Peeta.  This book is quite exciting.  It is gut-wrenching, incredibly entertaining, and a book that everyone should read.<br/><br/>Patrick Kurzner</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KMAST3MR4QG6?ASIN=0439023521	I'm still reading this book!im not finish.GOOD BOOK!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Okay,well i bought this book on friday and it came on the 17,of november.When i got it,the first page was awsome,really good beginning.The first page makes you laugh.Okay i got this book because i was looking for a book to read for my english class.You see we have reading logs and you have to read a book you choose and write a description of what you read.Well its been today-November 25,2008.All of my descriptions are very long!I always fill up a whole page.:D okay back to why i got this.So i went to amazon and started looking for books that could happen to me and well feels realistic and just makes you want to read it and makes you have a laugh and just helps you develop new words. This is my book!! and i thanks to Suzanne Collins for making this book. -Great Book.I'm still reading it and the characters are awsome.Katniss sounds like my mom,when she was a kid.If there was a spanish version,i would recommend it to my mom so she can really understand it.Well i can, also now that i think of it,just recommend it to her. Its a book that will make you read and you would want to see what happens to katniss and Peeta in the tournament.oh and i forgot about Haymitch.It was so awsome when Katniss threw that knife to Haymitch to show him off.:) Im on page right now,61.I'm writing this in the 25,November.SUZANEE COLLINS,YOU BETTER MAKE THAT SECOND BOOK!,SO I CAN KNOW WHAT HAPPENS NEXTS.I LOVE THIS BOOK.EVEN MY STATUS IN MYSPACE SAYS IS READING THE BOOK CALLED""THE HUNGER GAMES"" BY SUZANNE COLLINS. :) yeah!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14F196W48H7YH?ASIN=0439023521	wow!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I started this book not knowing what to really expect, over four of my closest friends recommended to me that this was a book I MUST read. I have to say The Hunger Games totally threw me. I was so shocked that a book about kids killing kids came so highly recommended. I starting the book not knowing how I felt about it, the main story line insisted that 24 will enter and only 1 will leave. I find it hard to get into a story where I know that everyone you come into contact will have to eventually die. I still can't tell you how I actually feel about this book, the story is so creative and so original. This story will haunt me for the rest of my live. I found myself unable to put this book down for even a moment. I was so worried that I couldn't sleep through the night without finding out happened with Katniss and Peeta. I was so upset that children were killing each other and so tortured by the thought that this was their governments punishment for the rebellion of district 13. I was so touched by Katniss' sacrifices and Peeta's love. This story is unbelievable and so believable at the same time its hard to come to terms with story line. But I fell in love with the characters and found myself trying to put myself in their place trying to think of ways to help them. Sorry this is so vague but I wouldn't ruin this story line for anything. It was shocking and surprising and wonderful it will leave you biting your fingers begging for more of Petta and Katniss, and hoping and praying that they survive.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R358TUUN0S5JH8?ASIN=0439023521	Richie Lenskold, Review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is a must read for all, ranging from young teens to mature adults. No matter what genres interest you, The Hunger Games will suck you in regardless. With constant obstacles and challenges the protagonist character must overcome, there are few dull moments in the book. On top of the thrilling action of the games, the book provides romance, a social message, and an intriguing plot to entice the reader. After finally reading the book, it is no mystery why an award winning movie was created. I highly recommend the book but I must offer fair warning that you may end up staying up past your bedtime as it is difficult to put this book down.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games will have you questioning the morals of our society while you're rooting against a futuristic representation of North America. As the protagonist, Katniss Everdeen is forced to overcome great economic adversity; the Capitol of the country lives a lavish lifestyle. Through Katniss' district and the Capitol, you will realize the faults of our own society but also be grateful for the political and economic fortune we have in the US today. It is easy to develop an attachment to Katniss as she grows throughout the book. She represents hope for humanity in a world gone astray and at the same time is threat the dystopian society of Panem which makes her all the better. Katniss' fight for survival is sure to entertain the readers; whether or not they are looking for violent action or innocence of humanity amidst the cruelty of society.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RHK9IA4XGU19?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful. Wonderful, wonderful, wonderful!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Holy crud.<br/>I took this book from the library out as a reccomendation from a friend. It blew me away...<br/>It is BRUTAL. Violent and vile.  But Collin's writes with such finisse that you can just accept it as part of a story.<br/>The characters-a good place to start as any.  I read a LOT and it is VERY rare that you come across one strong character, let alone a bookful.  Katniss is really one of the strongest protaganist's I have ever had the pleasure of learning.  She shows hard edges but truly is compassinate.  Ruth, anyone?  She is a hard worker and is not the sloppy romance driven heroine everyone seems to love so much.  CoughcoughTwilightcoughcough<br/>Peeta was pretty awesome.  Though he isn't my fave, he's pretty close.  We always expect guys to be dark, brooding, and hiding some secret involving fangs, but he most certainly is not.  He's softer than Katniss, but he too can be strong.<br/>Gale? Ehhhh.  You can't say much without me giving away the next two books...<br/>Haymitch!  Yay Haymitch! I lobe Haymitch.  He's my fave, him and Pressy Snow :) &lt;3<br/>I think that everyone loves Haymitch up until...oh I shan't give it away!!!  But I still LOBE him &lt;3<br/>The plot?  I won't say.  It's in the description and I won't give anything away...<br/>A great book for YA's-don't for it over to a nine year old though this is the least disturbing.  My mum read it and she's doing her book club on it.  Probs for 12 up or so.<br/>I say you buy this from a BOOKSTORE.  Trust me here-this is SOMETHING you'll want to keep.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGEF6I5IUFUEH?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was pretty hesitant to read this book because, to be honest, the story line sounded awful. But my sister insisted that it was fantastic and that I should read it. And since she's so bossy I did. I'm glad I did. I loved it!<br/><br/>This is not a happy book for the most part. The characters have had hard lives and the main part of the book is set in a to-the-death competition. It was very well-written though and I had a hard time putting it down. Many people died here, but for the most part they weren't gross (well, one was). The characters were interesting and the whole idea of what America had become was intriguing.<br/><br/>Even though the book isn't 'happy' there was a feeling of hope and strength. That maybe change was possible although it might be hard. I didn't come away depressed or sad - I came away thinking 'that was a great book'. But be warned that there will be another book or maybe more so there's no closure.<br/><br/>The story is told in first person present which totally bugs me. I hate that style. After a while though it didn't bug and I was totally sucked in. So maybe I don't hate the style...<br/><br/>And I just want to give a shout out to Peeta and say that if he gets hurt in later books there will be PROBLEMS. I love that boy.<br/><br/>Go read this book. But read it before you hand it to your teens to make sure you're okay with it. I do think this is a great example of a fractured society, one without God, and much, much, much better than say, Lord of the Flies.<br/><br/>*taken from my goodreads review</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UOETQRGDWV0K?ASIN=0439023521	Read the book before youwatch the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read the book before you watch the movie.  Some things make more sense.  I will say that the book was an easy read, really enjoyed it, and devoured it in one day.  Well written and great for an easy, leisurely read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39040YQF9MH8O?ASIN=0439023521	Captivating	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put this book down.  Can't wait to finish this review and start the next book in the series.  I thought the book would be repulsive...kids killing each other....on tv....adults taking bets.  Well written!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PL3VOFNTTB2C?ASIN=0439023521	A Teenager's Review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It took me a year and a half to finish this book. I picked it up on a flight to Japan and read almost all the way through it, but stopped before reaching the end (I finally finished it about a month ago). It wasn't the gore that made me put the book down, but the dull and plagiarized storyline. I don't want to sound like a broken record, but I too am a huge fan of Koushun Takami's ""Battle Royale,"" and I love the idea of corrupt governments initiating a fight-to-the-death match between children. Collins could have done so much with the storyline, but her book was a flop.<br/><br/>First of all (and most disappointing), was the cheesy romance. It did not fit the theme of the book at all. This was supposed to be a story about pitting children against children until one was left standing. In a book like that, there is no room for corny proclamations of love. It was utterly ridiculous, too overdone and ultimately took away from the storyline.<br/><br/>Another deal breaker for me was that almost half of the story took place outside of the arena. Some of it was interesting but mostly it was a bland description of training and a cheesy scene where the couples prance around in costumes.<br/><br/>Because ""The Hunger Games"" was partially entertaining, and I do admit to enjoying the twist at the end, I'd recommend it to a friend. Although, before people begin to praise Collins as ""THE NEXT J.K. ROWLING,"" or something, they should check out ""Battle Royale"" to read a true fight-to-the-death masterpiece.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RK5C92ARJC1EU?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games book review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The main characters in the book the Hunger games are Katniss Everdeen, Peeta Mellark and Gale Hawthorne. Katniss is sixteen years old.  She is quiet and strong.  She is pretty with long dark hair that she often wears in a braid. She is from District 12 which is one of the poorest districts. Peeta is also from district 12 he is confident and chromatic he has loved Katniss from the day he saw her. Gale is Katniss's best friend and hunting partner, they hunt illegally. He also falls in love with her and he has black hair like her and grey eyes.<br/>In the book they are in a Forest where they are all hunting each other. It is to the death, each district has a team of two people that have to be the last team to be alive. If the one of the district teams win they get food to supply the district, and the winners also get a huge nice house to live in. Also they sometimes drop supplies for the players for them to get an advantage, but they only get if the people vote for them to receive that supply.<br/>The thing I liked about the book is how it had a lot of thrill and mystery. What I didn't like about the book was the love drama like twilight that it was about two boys and a girl. There was a lot of action and death, and it made the book exciting! It was hard to put down.<br/>What I didn't like about the book is there was a lot of love drama and that I found to me was boring. It reminded me of another twilight book. Overall I would give this book a 4 out of 5 stars. It was a really good book.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R179YIQVNCN1OD?ASIN=0439023521	Fast paced plot and an entertaining read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I most appreciate this book for the way in which it is written. The story is told in first person present tense, so the events in the plot feel very immediate. Also there are many intense exchanges between the characters and the violence and tensions between them feel very palpable. Katniss, the protagonist of the story, explains this dystopian world and her conflicts as she experiences them in a very raw yet expressive manner. It never feels overworked or contrived. I thinks this really speaks to the talent of the author, Suzanne Collins.<br/>The premise of the story leads the reader to ponder many of the moral and philosophical implications embedded in the book. When we root for the victory and survival of our protagonist, are we also not rooting for the death of these other teenage characters? How much of the decadence and frivolity of the Capital culture can we relate to in our contemporary one? How much would we be willing to sacrifice for a sense of security?<br/>In a couple of ways this book falls short. I had difficulty really relating to and empathizing with the characters. Many were memorable, but I just couldn't bring myself to emotionally invest in them. The contrived romance between Katniss and her fellow district 12 tribute, Peeta, is made into an interesting plot twist,  but it is clear that this will clearly devolve into the overdone love triangle. Overall, it's worth your time, and at the very least, if this book isn't your cup of tea, you'll manage to read it quickly.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1AVMKH1Y1CDT5?ASIN=0439023521	I was glued to the pages!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've heard nothing but wonderful things about this book, but I didn't think I would like it: dystopian future + teenagers killing each other + blood + gore + TV =no book I want to read.<br/><br/>I was so wrong.<br/><br/>I thoroughly enjoyed The Hunger Games; there really is more to it than death and survival. Parts of the novel are surprisingly funny, and there's even an unexpected romance! I was glued to the plot, and I loved getting to know the characters as well as one can become acquainted with people who are fighting for their lives. Katniss's first person POV is intensely believable-what she chooses to tell and how she tells it are in perfect sync.<br/><br/>This book is also one that stayed with me; I finished it last week and I've been thinking about it ever since. In the world of The Hunger Games, death is televised entertainment, and the whole set-up is disconcertingly similar to current reality TV shows--it's an odd mix of Big Brother and the Olympics with the exception of people murdering each other. One person's misfortunes are the entertainment of millions. Moreover, many readers have trouble swallowing the cruelty of ""The Hunger Games""-how could people allow this to happen? I struggled with this as well, but I kept reminding myself that people have allowed their governments to carry out all kinds of atrocities throughout history.<br/><br/>This book certainly leaves one with much to think about.<br/><br/>...and I can hardly wait for <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Catching-Fire-The-Second-Book-of-the-Hunger-Games/dp/0439023491"">Catching Fire (The Second Book of the Hunger Games)</a>!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXWFMGUQZ4WI5?ASIN=0439023521	book review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldnt gat enough. Loved it from cover to cover. What an impressable imagination With a definate bend in clarity.. or not. Nothing short of brillant. I will say though that the boyfriend did get a little tiresome.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18SOZ07C7CNYF?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The story was spectacular, heartwarming and breath taking. The most exciting part was during the game itself and how the main characters survived the ordeal. I enjoyed every moment of it. Would highly recommend it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17DZGXT1DIAHX?ASIN=0439023521	Wow	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Simply put, wow. I had an idea what this book was when I picked it up. A friend of mine suggested it to me, and I admit to being extremely curious about it. But, wow, knowing doesn't really prepare you for the book. I have a lot of thoughts about this book, but I'm honestly not sure if I could express them.<br/><br/>The story was amazing and the plot was very well played. While I felt that Collins didn't hold back, it was easy to believe that the audience was following a 16 year-old girl. I enjoyed the narrative style she used and the POV. Using the first person present tense really put the reader into Katniss' head, as well as placing them in the thick of the action. Because of this, Katniss' internal struggle with the Games and her feelings towards Peeta felt like my own.<br/><br/>It was hard to read about children being put in this God-awful situations and forced to become little more than animals for entertainment. Granted, I understand some of the motivation behind the Capitol's power play, but that doesn't make it any better or any easier. The horror of this misuse of children is then increased by adding all of the Gamekeepers' actions to increase viewership and sponsor interest. It really makes you take a closer look at our capitalistic society.<br/><br/>The end of the book was no less then heart rending! Once the Games have finally ended, you hope for some small sliver of hope, but you are denied it.  This book definitely goes on my list of ""The Best Books of All Time.""</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R364Z26NXRHLUM?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry For More Hunger.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My friend insisted, urged and basically pressured me into reading this book -<br/>honestly, I am glad she did, I read the first 9 chapters in one sitting, I didn't want to put the book down because I didn't want it to end. I wanted to keep going and I wanted to know more and what was going to happen next.<br/><br/>I finished the book over the next two days (because I had to work. It took me so long)<br/>this book. To call it 'amazing' is an understatement, the entire idea of Panem amazed me, the thought of people having to compete in these brutal 'Hunger Games' events stunned me. I have now purchased ""Catching Fire"" and honestly I cannot wait to read it, I am now re-reading 'The Hunger Games' while I await for ""Catching Fire.""<br/>Suzanne Collins has created something indescribable, this book, like I said before, stunned me. I am hooked, the story is written through the eyes of the main character, Katniss Everdeen (the name DOES grow on you)<br/>throughout the book you know what is she is doing 24/7. You feel the anger, the rage, the loneliness and abandonment, the dreading fear and the uncertainty. When I reached the final chapters I even felt a little unhinged being inside of her head for so long and then being thrown back into civilization as she was.<br/><br/>I am thankful my friend recommended this book to me and now I even find myself talking about it non-stop and trying to get more of my friends into this amazing story. I am hungry for more of 'The Hunger Games' and I cannot wait to complete the trilogy.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TO7KZWII8I23?ASIN=0439023521	It's been a long time since a book grabbed me like this!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow.<br/><br/>I did not hear of The Hunger Games until the movie came out. I didn't even know it was a book until I heard some women talking about reading it together. One of them said, ""There's an older lady in one of my classes - she's about 40 (~cough cough~ older? oh dear) - and she said she wasn't going to read it because it's a kid's book. But once she started reading it she said she couldn't put it down."" The statement made me curious so I checked Amazon. Sure enough, there was a Kindle copy, and it was pretty cheap. I had nothing to lose by purchasing it.<br/><br/>I could NOT put this book down. It was well-written, the story unfolds easily, and I was in awe of the idea. To those people who think this is about children killing children, I assert that it is not. This is a story about the potentially horrendous and devastating power of government. The reader is sympathetic to the beautifully-constructed characters, the settings are well-described and easy to imagine, and there is triumph in the relationships the characters form with each other. The backstories and the easily-understood new words that Suzanne Collins creates help to make this book stand out among its many contemporaries.<br/><br/>This was probably my favorite book of the trilogy, probably because it was the first one and it enraptured me so, and I am jealous of those readers who have not had a chance to dive in yet. I will read this set of books again, but there will never be another first time. ENJOY IT!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IIBL1UH49QTA?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing Dystopia	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Summary: Katniss Everdeen lives in Panem. Panem is the former Untied States. Instead of fifty states, there is now twelve districts. The book starts on the day of the Reaping. That is when they choose 2 people from each district, a boy and a girl, to fight in the Hunger Games. Katniss has the surprise of her life, when her sister Primrose is called in to the Hunger Games. Kat volunteers to take her place.<br/>The boy that has to enter is Peeta Mellark from her district, he is the baker's son. She is dragged off to the capital, leaving her family and Gale. Gale is her sort of crush and she hunts with him. In the capital, Kat prepares for the Hunger Game. Her only help is Haymitch, a former winner and the drunk in their district.<br/>The Hunger Games is a 24-man-enter-1-man-leaves event. Luckily, Katniss is skilled, but will that make her a target. Also, this whole event is televised.<br/>""Welcome to the Hunger Games; may the odds be ever in your favour.""<br/>My Review: This book was very addictive and original. I could not stop reading it. The characters are fantastic and seemed like people that I could be friends with. Also I don't usually like dystopia, but it was great. I heard from so many people, that this book is amazing and it was. Every chapter ends with a cliffhanger that makes it so you have to continue reading. I also liked the fact that I could total picture this, by looking at current reality TV. In short, I highly recommend The Hunger Games and look forward to the second book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RVZ7HTXHL4DV?ASIN=0439023521	something missing....not quite orinigal enough	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I find the theme of violence as a form of mass entertainment most interesting and poignant feature of this book.  This is a relevant reflection on our modern culture where public excessive/dramatic/blatant confrontations and exposures seem to have been replacing analyses and dialogues, evidenced by the populatiry of certain shows and radio programs, and so called Dr. programs where professional credits of the hosts are not as important as their ability to bark loud and dismiss dramatically.  It is also evidenced by increasingly violent computer games--grandauto theft (?), and all the war games--It has been a rather speedy progression from Pac Man, Centipedes eating dots, don't you think? (I don't know who to thank for this progressive evolution of humanity and useful application of resources and technology)  I am giving only 3 stars because although I agree that the violence is an absolute necessity of the story,  it is rather ironic that the author of this book also seems to use violence excessviely as a focal interest of this book, which I find problematic and decreases the poignancy of the characters.  I also felt that some turns in the story (I won't spoil) seem a bit too Hollywood, meaning, put in there to force (manipulate) rollercoaster emotions in the reader.(I heard that this may be made into a movie, surprise, surprise! how brilliantly ironic if true!)  This wasn't a bad book, but I think there are better books on dystopia--The Giver, The Handamaid's Tale, for example.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RB69X5HOKU90J?ASIN=0439023521	Lives up to the hype	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have to admit, the premise of this book sounded very childish and plain stupid to me initially.  It sounded much more boring than it really is.  I imagined it being like a gladiator tournament, but there's much more to it than that.  Because of the countless rave reviews and my friends who've never not recommended it, I finally decided to read it.  I'm a relatively slow reader even with books I'm thoroughly enjoying, but I blazed through this.<br/><br/>Suzanne Collins writing is utterly phenomenal.  She writes characters in such a way that we see their flaws and qualities without being beaten over the head with them.  She writes every character in the book with their own distinct personalities and I ended up feeling like I understood each character on numerous levels.<br/><br/>Collins' biggest quality as a writer is her ability to explain details.  She gives vivid details on the setting, facial expressions, body language, etc.  Often I've read novels that while I'm enjoying the plot, I have a difficult time imagining what the author is trying to describe.  Or sometimes I see an author is describing too much making the pace very slow.  Collins finds a perfect balance that had me reading this novel in a matter of days (which I usually take extended breaks from novels).<br/><br/>This is one of a few books I've ever read that had me leaning in while reading to see what's going to happen.  I was anxious to get back to the book after a day or so.  Can't recommend this enough.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RAEUWXLZ9QW29?ASIN=0439023521	Beats Twerking and Wrecking Balls Anyday to Draw Attention to Yourself!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So... 125,764 reviews on Good Reads, and another 18,382 on Amazon. How could I possibly add to any of them! Very short review then.<br/><br/>How clever to take the main genre of current TV - the reality contestant elimination show and make it something evil and very, very nasty - a fight to the death that the whole of society must watch, and every night of the week. Plus, the contestants are children, fighting for food to feed their own. As a parent I had no desire at all to indulge my reading or movie viewing time in this contrived and utterly senseless story making.<br/><br/>However, by the very virtue of being a parent, you do become entwined in your children's interests. So now that the second movie is out, passionately embraced  by 16 year old, I thought maybe it was time! And yes I am glad I did. Great plot, terrific characters, lots of twists and turns right up to the last page.<br/><br/>The best part about this novel, and I am sure the others in the series are the same,  is what great heroes the three main characters are to young readers. In an age when young girls feel they have to wear very few clothes and twerk themselves to get attention and young boys feel they have to drink themselves stupid and prey on young vulnerable fellow teens, such fine characters as these Katniss, Peeta and Gale are very inspiring. No wonder these books have been such a hit.<br/><br/>Looking forward to reading the next instalment of Katniss, Peeta and Gale. Off to the movies I go!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XTFK5OH6UZRQ?ASIN=0439023521	Slam on Reality TV?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read Hunger Games about a year ago, just before seeing the movie.  I enjoyed the book, but wasn't hungry to read the other two books in the series.  I wasn't sure if it was a teen romance, snub at reality TV, or political masterpiece.  The book, as all three books, was told through the eyes of sixteen year-old Catniss Everdeen, the main character who nobly takes her sister's place at the annual reaping.<br/><br/>For those who aren't familiar with the movie or book, the story is about Catniss, the stand-up girl who takes her sister's place as a player in the annual Hunger Games.  The Games are kind of like a dark version of Survivor, the former TV show, except instead of an island the players are trapped inside of immense high-tech dome-arena.  The only way to win the game is to live with murder being a main part of game strategy.  To add more pressure onto the child contestants, the Capitol (government) controls the environment inside of the arena-dome through a computerized switchboard capable of changing the weather, creating a natural disaster, adding wild animals, and other ways to die.  Catniss does what she has to in order to survive.  At the end of the game she and Peta, a boy contestant from her hometown of District 12, refuse to kill each other.  They plan a double suicide while being filmed live on television, giving the book a Romeo-Juliet flavor.  At the last moment, the Capitol declares them both winners to save themselves from the bad publicity.  4.5/5 Stars</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2AOBWQS7CA9KA?ASIN=0439023521	Fast paced page turner, completely ridiculous.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The author has a way with the action. Love death traps, and this series has clever death traps and well-executed dramatic moments galore. Unfortunately the characters are terrible. I hate the way the two obvious love interests sacrifice everything to vie for the affections of the heroine whose only admirable qualities seems to be love for her sister and an ability to survive at any cost. About the only time she really shown as anything but a survival automaton was when she shot that arrow in the direction of those dudes -- and she regretted it immediately.<br/><br/>These books remind me of the Cube movies, which I totally enjoyed regardless of the low budget and poor acting. But I'd have to say the Cube movies were just generally better conceived than these books that take place in a dysfunctional-to-the-point-of-silly society. A society that is somehow run by a guy who is portrayed as all creepy evil the whole time but is apparently supposed to be multi-dimensional because he claims to mean well at the end? Even when leaders are terrible, they usually mean well. And bad leaders that mean well usually have some kind of either twisted and cocky or overly pragmatic outlook that makes sense from a cold, calculating, cynical perspective. There is nothing about this poverty-ridden yet wasteful society that makes sense from a pragmatic perspective that gives the evil leader dude call to even claim that he meant well(especially after just being totally evil until the last second).</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2G632RAQ4ADMV?ASIN=0439023521	Best of YA SciFi	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Sixteen-year-old Katniss is a survivor. Katniss struggles to provide for her mother and young sister by hunting and gathering after her father dies. In a future where the US has fallen, the result of brutal wars has left 12 districts governed by cruel dictators. Each year the government chooses a boy and girl from each district to participate in the Hunger Games - a fight to the death, televised for all to see. The Hunger Games are a punishment on the districts for a long-ago uprising against the Capitol. This year, Katniss is shocked when her young sister's name is chosen to participate from the lottery. So Katniss volunteers to take her place, along with Peeta - the son of the district's baker. The two have little fighting skills compared to other districts' participants who have been training their whole lives for this event.<br/><br/>Katniss is a completely engaging character. I usually can't stand present tense narrative, but Collins' writing pulled me in nonetheless. I was pulled in from the start, and couldn't let go. It's a story of love, friendship, surviving, violence, and death. The reader experiences everything that Katniss does, and experiences a full range of emotions. Collins' characters are truly stunning.<br/><br/>This is an immensely popular trilogy, and I now know why. With an abundance of drama and suspense, this futuristic science fiction novel for young adults will appeal to readers young and old. It's breathtaking and a fantastic adventure from beginning to end.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RZSZB1H3BB5J?ASIN=0439023521	Truly Addicting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book mixes the themes of science fiction, action, adventure, fantasy, and horror.  The Hunger Games are an annual event created by the Capitol of Panem, a place which used to be the United States.  They are a reminder to each of the twelve Districts who is in charge of the world.  For the games, one boy and one girl are chosen from each district to be put into an arena and fight to the death, all for the entertainment of the Capitol.  Katniss Everdeen volunteers to be the girl ""tribute"" from district twelve in the place of her younger sister; the boy tribute is Peeta Mellark, the son of the town baker.  Katniss truly believes she will die in the Games, but is it luck that she always manages to live through each day in the arena? Or does the Capitol have a good reason to keep her alive?<br/>This book is completely captivating.  There are always surprises that keep you turning the page.  My piece of advice about reading this book is NEVER read it unless you have hours of free time, because once you start, it is nearly impossible to stop.  I would recommend this book for the most for high school students, but adults and middle schoolers might also enjoy this book.<br/>The Hunger Games has well deserved much praise from the New York Times, USA Today, Entertainment Weekly and others.  It's story is one of danger, love, and keeping true to yourself, even if you are at the mercy of power so big and dangerous that you can never back down once you are the center of their attention.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TKN92ZNML9LI?ASIN=0439023521	Well-written, Engaging, Entertaining and Awful Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger Games is exceptionally well written with great character development, rich context of settings, expertly crafted dialogue and action; however, the actual story is awful and ferocious, as children are pitted in a fight to the death arena ""Hunger Games"" for the entertainment and utility of a futuristic oppressive government.  The children become killers in the arena engaging in brutal warfare against one another as they are spurred on by the evil ""Gamemakers.""<br/><br/>I can't believe that this book and series is promoted as teen genre. Although it obviously appeals to readers, it certainly conveys graphic, horrible killing and savagery to impressionable minds. I'm not so sure we want our children meditating on other children killing each other for the sport of adults. Unlike Narnia, LOTR and Harry Potter, this series so far lacks the good v. evil theme that is apparent and defined in the other series.  Here there is good amidst the evil but it is all in anarchy.<br/><br/>A book is set in what appears to be a godless society; however, godly virtues persist among some members of the population. There are very moving and emotional scenes of virtue.  In this setting, where does the inspiration for virtues of love, sacrifice, loyalty and faithfulness come from? This seems to be a contradiction in the overall meta-narrative of the book, but on the other hand, maybe that is the point.<br/><br/>This is an very entertaining book but the substance is also very troubling.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Z425WJW2JA5H?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book is very amazing. It makes me feel things I never have felt before. It makes you feel intensity, passion, etc. Long story short, I could read this book over and over again and still never get tired of it.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIKWMPK7WT8CN?ASIN=0439023521	Awesomeness	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I L-O-V-E-D this book. From the moment of the reaping to the end of what seemed to be the end of Katniss and Peeta. I would recommend this book to anyone who hasn't read it yet. You'll be in for quite a surprise.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2C5HJJ2XFE9R8?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Initially I wasn't interested in reading this book because the premuse<br/>of terns being forced to kill one another did not appeal to me. But a friend<br/>convinced me to give it a try and I'm glad that I did.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UB5IG4W0KSY8?ASIN=0439023521	Dark and thought provoking	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of the best young adults novels I've read. The very non-conventional ending makes it stand apart from other books. I'd recommend it to any adult or young adult that whats to read something new and refreshing.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KS0ACIHYYHSP?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry For More!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was recommended to me by a friend. My response? I told him recently that I wanted a money back guarantee! Eh, no need. I picked this up, waiting for any excuse to set it aside, and the only excuse I had, was that I just finished it. I've never heard of Suzanne Collins, and the opportunity to read something this good isn't something that happens all the time!<br/><br/>Enter the world of Katniss Everdeen, who lives in district 12, which is part of a place that was once North America. Welcome to a world of survival. And welcome to The Hunger Games! Katniss shows great sacrifice by taking the place of her little sister, Prim, entering a fight to the death against other participants. The boy selected from district 12 is Peeta, who Katniss knows only as the baker's boy. They will take on a game of life and death, made up of skill for skill.<br/><br/>This is a great story of survival, guts, heart, madness, and even romance at times. Nothing is taken for granted, and alliances are measured heavily!<br/><br/>While immediately reluctant to give this a try, I find myself hungry for another helping of what Suzanne Collins will be serving up. Nothing could've prepared me for how good she really is. And when I say that, I could actually put her in a class with Gary Paulsen! That isn't to say that HATCHET has been replaced. But is now has some rather hefty competition. In saying that, there's only one thing that will satisfy the growling in my gut. And that's more HUNGER GAMES in a big, big way!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R142VUP5WJOQZC?ASIN=0439023521	The Perils of Pauline...I mean Katniss Everdeen	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My review title applies mainly to the Katniss of Mockingjay; the girl spends 90 percent of her time in the hospital, gets throttled by the love of her life, and is trying to fulfill the role of Mockingjay that was thrust upon her, but she is trying to make the best of. In Catching Fire, she is thrust back into the arena the second time, and realizes that it is because of her defiance to Snow and his regime that has resulted in the destruction of her home district and many people she knew all her life, and did truly care about.<br/>However, since I'm posting this under the original Hunger Games book, I want to refute some of the claims that Katniss is a cold, unfeeling person. She volunteered to be a tribute for love of her little sister Prim, for starters. She has a close friendship with Gale, so close in fact that they are referred to as cousins and no one disputes that even if they know better. She formed a friendship with the Mayor's daughter close enough for the girl to present her with the mockingjay pin for luck. Her attitude toward her mother was a tough love attitude because her mother shut down when her husband died, and Katniss needed her to be strong for Prim in case she did not come back. And then there is her brief but genuine friendship with Rue, that resulted in the revolt in District 11. Yes, Katniss is tough, calculating and clever, but she is not heartless.<br/>Forgive me for reviewing the books in reverse, but I had to justify the title of my review.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15PTZU6K9VWPM?ASIN=0439023521	Haunting!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Katniss, is a sixteen year old girl who lives in a future world as part of a conquered and enslaved people.  She secretly hunts to keep her family fed, knowing it is a crime, but she has no other options.  She is determined her family will survive, but the day to day is such a struggle, she never thinks beyond to the future until her friend Gale starts talking about it, but by then it is already too late.<br/>The hunger games are about keeping a conquered people poor, demoralized and controllable.  The slaughter is reminiscent of the ancient gladiator games, mixed with as many cruelties as imaginable.  Two children between the ages of twelve and eighteen are drawn by lots from each of twelve districts for the games and it is hyped and televised like a gruesome parity of the Olympics.  Within the game's frame work survival strategies, emotional issues, moral dilemmas and luck, all play a part.  The last child left alive gets to return home and live well for the rest of their lives.<br/>The tale is gritty, but is also at times heartwarming.  There are also the nice, likeable grownups that are part of the conqueror's world, whose job it is to help their charges win by coaching them in the killing of their own kind.  Even their friends in the games are their enemies.  The Hunger Games themselves are so carefully thought out that they bring out the best in all, for the worst of purposes.  This is a story that will live in your head long after you have read the last page.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BG24FQO4IA0M?ASIN=0439023521	None	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this series changed my life. the book was so tough to put down. i would literally sit in my room until 4am reading. i read the entire series twice. suzanne collins really created the best books i have ever read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13HH3I8PA3RNT?ASIN=0439023521	Solid Book,  Battle Royale?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book in one go, as I do all my books.  Although the book may not have captured me as much as most because its plot is pretty familiar to me, it still had its moments.  I've seen this plot (teenagers fight for their lives because of some satanic government) in Battle Royale, which was also preceded by Grapes of Wrath, which shares albeit more loosely, this theme as well.<br/><br/>Anyway, the characterization was done really well.  Being a 17-year-old boy with no siblings, I was still able to relate to the experiences of Katniss and her life-threatening venture to protect her little sister.  I feel the romantic angle between Katniss and Peeta was well-done although it may have been a little fast to seem realistic.  This could be different for others, but I favor slow plot progressions for a more intimate experience.  The ending of the book was very well-written, a major cliff-hanger which I won't spoil.  Most cliff-hangers are rather tasteless and unsatisfying but this book's was, which further shows the skill of the writer.<br/><br/>Great book with an interesting plot.  For me, it was dampened because of my great expectations upon realizing the theme of having a death match, as I compared it to the books I read that preceded it (Battle Royale).  I guess I was biased to begin with.<br/><br/>If you start reading with an impartial temperament which I failed to do, it should be a suspenseful ride.  Each chapter's end is really a cliff-hanger if you have the mind to see it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VXZXPA625477?ASIN=0439023521	I'm glad I didn't listen to all the haters.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't usually go with the crowd when it comes to bestsellers, and I'd put off reading the 'Hunger Games' for that very reason. But without a doubt, I give it five stars, and I'm glad I didn't listen to all the haters.<br/><br/>It's a young-adult, so if you read, you should expect that the characters won't be adults. It surprises me when I see reviewers attack the personality of the characters, when they are acting exactly as they should based on their age. I'm honestly not sure what I liked so much about the 'Hunger Games', especially since the first chapter took a lot to get through, but once I did, I was addicted. I read it and listened to it on Audible simultaneously. Normally, I'd swap off so I have more reading time, but I didn't want to miss anything, so essentially, I read this book twice in one week.<br/><br/>Katniss does frustrate me a tad, but again, she's sixteen, so she should be confused. Not only is she a teenager, she's a teenager with the weight of her family and now others' lives hanging over her head, so yeah, she's a little troubled to say the least.<br/><br/>I also did not see any deep political rhetoric, as implied by reviewers. What I saw was a downgrade of society that would ""allow"" this to happen.<br/><br/>Overall, the story was imaginative, filled with action, a touch of romance, and well-written. Those factors, in my book, deserve five stars.<br/><br/>Carmen DeSousa, bestselling author of <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/She-Belongs-To-Me/dp/B006PS21NU"">She Belongs To Me</a></span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXOSYK30AT0DI?ASIN=0439023521	Masterpiece!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm stunned... completely stunned.  A friend of mine (in her 30s!!!) bought this for me for my 26th birthday.  I had seen them on display at the local book stores, and wasn't sure what to think of them.  She told me she'd heard they were good and that she thought I might like it.  I put it off and read other books first, thinking the description didn't sound like anything I would want to read.  Boy, was I wrong!?<br/><br/>I was completely blown away by this novel.  It covers a lot of things -- romance, war, defeat, defiance, love, friendship, protection... it shows true struggle for the day to day things, for basic necessities, for survival against all odds.  It shows a society desperate for better days but seemingly powerless to do anything about it.<br/><br/>Most importantly, it shows that even a child can make a difference in the world.<br/><br/>To me, as popular as the Twilight series has been, this series is much better.  While Twilight's romances were trite and cliched, Collins' writing makes it a forefront part of the story without making it the main focus, and without taking the truth behind Katniss's loves (family, friends, her people, Peeta/Gale) and making it something silly and annoying.  Don't get me wrong, I enjoyed Twilight as much as anyone.  I just feel that the Hunger Games series just blows it out of the water for entertainment, concept, and message.<br/><br/>(PS-- I just finished the second one, Catching Fire, right before I wrote this... can't wait for the third!!!)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RUXLB25N9WV3?ASIN=0439023521	Surprised and Engaged	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book really surprised me. I'm usually into magical realism, really just magic in general, so when a friend told me about it, I was hesitant. I mean . . . people divided into districts and fighting as tributes . . . sounds suspiciously like scifi to me. However, once I started, I couldn't put it down. I kept reading to 3, 4 in the morning. That's how good it was.<br/>Most engaging was the diverse and dynamic characters. I could tell them all apart. They were all very distinct and true to their nature through out the book. Although, of course, they did change, I saw the progression. I was right there at the pivotal points of change and understood why/how the character changed. None of them overlapped, even Katniss and Gale. They both exhibited their strength in different ways.<br/>Some comment the books are violent. Ah yeah. It is really violent. People killing each other . . . friends, their own teammates all so they become victorious and don't die. But, come one, people do that in war. Soldiers are going off, fighting for something they might not necessarily believe in, shooting people they don't want, doing things they probably regret when they get back home, but they do it. They do it because they don't want to die, they want to survive. In the end, their minds are just as warped as the victorious tributes in the book.<br/><br/>Read again? No. Once is always good enough, unless it's Harry Potter or Twilight.<br/>Recommend? Yes.<br/>Read the next book? Already did.<br/><br/>[...]</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHZSK05ZKQO04?ASIN=0439023521	Enthralling	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was my first encounter with first person, present tense POV. It took a little getting used to because I am so interested in getting into the heads of/the psychology of all the other characters. First person POV did not afford me that opportunity.However, I did find that Ms. Collins managed to get me deep into the head of Katniss. She made me indifferent to some characters while remaining standoffish to others. I think she pulled this off quite nicely. The present tense provided a more immediate feel for the situation. The tension was good. The pacing was good. I found myself not wanting to put it down, even when real life called.<br/><br/>Overall, I loved this story. It is very reminiscent of Lord of the Flies and Running Man, with a hint of Romeo and Juliet. A struggle for survival. Playing a game of life or death, and only one can emerge the victor. I'm not big on the whole romance thing, though. At least it wasn't dripping in it. Not sure how that will play out in the following two books, though. But we'll see.<br/><br/>The only real problem I had with the story, and it really is a minor one, is that it was too predictable. I pretty much figured everything out. Like I said, this is a minor irritant. After all, the book's intended audience is for the ""Young Adult"", not someone like me. The overall story, the characters, the plot, everything was rather enjoyable and I wanted to keep reading even when life got in the way. I will be reading the other two books soon enough.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20NED6HTAYPC6?ASIN=0439023521	olivia magnuson (indiana)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is an extremely terrifying, exciting, thrilling roller coaster ride for people of ages 10 and up. Suzanne Collins has crafted the perfect dystopian novel. It is definitely well worth the read.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1R5NTDKBV1MKW?ASIN=0439023521	As important as 1984 and not just for kids	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Don't make the mistake of believing this is a trivial work about teen issues or that it's just for kids. The Hunger Games is a top notch science fiction novel in the tradition of Margaret Atwood, George Orwell and Aldous Huxley This is to say, Collins uses the device of a future society to comment on contemporary culture. What this book is actually about is modern American and the condition of endless war we seem to have accepted. It's about unequal distribution of resources as a mechanism of control, and psychological operations (PSYOPS) as a method of warfare. In other words, an allegory about the world we are living in. The Capitol represents the US and other developed nations, while the Districts represent the third world, places like Nigeria where resources are extracted with no benefit to, and often the brutalization of, the local populations. But don't worry about that--on the surface, the Hunger Games is a ""can't put it down"" adventure story of the first rank, and Katniss is a deep, complex and admirable character. The book is rooted in the classics, and not just modern ones such as 1948 and ANIMAL FARM, but the Ancient Greek cannon. Those familiar with the Theseus story will instantly recognize the source of the Hunger Games (sorry Battle Royale fans!) Finally, Katniss is perhaps the most faithful translation of the virgin huntress (Artemis/Diana) into any major work of modern literature. There is a lot more to Suzanne Collins than meets the eye.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3A5YEA8KHSJH0?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games Review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Winning is the only thing. In The Hunger Games, by Suzanne Collins, this cliché is never more vivid. Katniss Everdeen and Peeta Malark will find out what this means when their names are chosen to compete in the games. When reading the book, the reader can identify and connect with the main characters. Peeta is the son of a baker, and is very strong, but he lacks the hunting skills of Katniss.  Katniss who is the oldest of the two is an excellent hunter. Everything she knows about hunting she learned from her dad, who died when she was 11, leaving her to learn how to fend for herself ever since. Twenty four contestants are chosen to represent each of the 12 districts. Katniss and Peeta are from District 12. They must all fight to the death, determining which district will survive.<br/> I would recommend this book to anyone who loves competition and suspense. The book kept me turning the pages, wanting to know what was coming next. The author is great at not giving away the ending, and I could never have guessed what was coming next. Fifteen year old kids fighting to the death to save their friends and families is an unexpected and disturbing plot line, but the author gives precise detail so you will not want to put the book down. It keeps you on the edge throughout the entire book, wanting to know who will die, and who will survive. Suzanne Collins wrote the book in such a way that the reader feels they are right there in the violent struggle of the games.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LUGCRWKXV20E?ASIN=0439023521	Teacher Recommended	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is the first book in a new series (book2: Catching Fire, book 3: Mockingjay). In a post-apocalyptic world, the United States is divided into districts, who are oppressed from the Capitol. People are not allowed to move freely and while the Capitol enjoys many entertainments the districts are suffering. Each year the Capitol requires two teens to be chosen from each district to participate in The Hunger Games. The Hunger Games are required viewing for all citizens making them a reality show; however, the games are not fun, it is a fight to the death. The story follows Katniss who volunteers to go to the games in the place of her younger sister. Peeta is also picked from her district. The story unfolds as the two travel to the Capitol and prepare for the games. The reality of the games is clear as they meet their opponents. Katniss questions the purpose of the games and really doesn't want to kill anyone but she also doesn't want to die.<br/>A very interesting story that only gets better as you get into it. Almost a warning to society today of what the future could hold...A Brave New World. As a high school English teacher, I've recommended the book to a number of students who have all enjoyed reading the book. Most of them say the beginning is boring, but once they get farther into the book they can't stop reading (even reluctant readers). Everyone who has read the first book, requests the second book.  I highly recommend reading the book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JA98CU0FX0K6?ASIN=0439023521	Deliciously Satisfying	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Each district in the country of Panem must offer two tributes -sacrifices- to the annual Hunger Games. The Hunger Games is a nationally televised fight to the death, starting with 24 tributes and ending with one living survivor, the ""winner."" Tributes are selected in a lottery (a nod to Shirley Jackson) and when her beloved younger sister Prim has her name selected, teenage Katniss volunteers herself. This sacrifice comes as no surprise, since Kat has been hunting and foraging illegally in the woods to feed the whole family since the death of their father and their mother's subsequent breakdown.<br/><br/>Kat's other tribute is Peeta, a boy who once saved her life. Kat knows there can only be one winner, and she enters the Hunger Games hoping she won't be the one to end Peeta's life. As a strategy, she and Peeta create a romance, which rallies support for this team from a poverty-stricken district. As the game progresses, so does the romance. How real can it be, if one of them must die?<br/><br/>Cold, ruthless and fiercely loyal, Kat remains a sympathetic character despite her social naivety. Violent but not gruesome, The Hunger Games offers readers a glimpse into a life run by the producers of Survivor, the Olympic Games Committee and Soviet Russia.<br/><br/>This fast-paced young adult novel grabs the reader and won't let go. A few plot twists are predictable - but delicious, and the Gamemakers often push the plot  forward by altering the Game.  And the ending? Perfect.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RV5UZRGDG8I1N?ASIN=0439023521	A gripping novel for any age	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After giving ""The Hunger Games"" to a teenager and hearing rave reviews from him, I bought a copy for myself and stayed up all night to finish it. While elements of the story feel familiar--you'll hear echoes of Shirley Jackson's The Lottery, Battle Royale, The Running Man, Lord of the Flies, and even The Truman Show--the main character, Katniss, is original and compelling. Suzanne Collins manages to make this teenager as vulnerable and sympathetic as she is tough and pragmatic, even when she is forced to kill. The violence isn't as horrifying as it could have been, as Collins doesn't linger on description, but of course, this is YA. While not terrifying, it's definitely suspenseful (and it may very well be terrifying to younger readers).<br/><br/>My criticisms of the book are minimal. The main characters' reactions to the violence (particularly violence at their own hands) are sometimes inconsistent or underdeveloped, and it's hard to believe Katniss is so clueless about romance (16-year-olds do have hormones, after all). Also, the science aspect is weak; inventions in this future are of the Jetson's sort, and the animal mutations that torment the contestants in the Hunger Games are too absurd to be scary. But this is a story of survival and humanity, not science, and mine are the complaints of an analytical grad student who nonetheless enjoyed the book. A teenager is sure to be less critical, and even more enthralled with Katniss's struggle.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LYKAPQJLLXHC?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wish I had read this before I saw the movie. Its so much better and more informative. Haha. Can't wait to read the next one. And hopefully I'll have finished the series before Mockingjay hits the cinemas. =]</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWBOYNMZOA4MX?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">my grandson,(12) has wanted to read this book but his mother said the content was not for him,it is not at all what I have heard. I believe this is a fantastic book and yes I will be buying it for him to enjoy</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R333KKW952WERU?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was absolutely fantastic, I read the whole thing in one day. The writing is well-done, the characters are developed and interesting and the story line is original without feeling forced and overdone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FP2HLY0QUXD?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger, heat & hope.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Anything said may be an understatement for this novel. Thrilling? Hmm.. Yes. Exciting? Most likely. Heart wrenching? Definitely. The story follows the unfortunate turn of humanity wherein power is all anyone lives for. The weak are a measly little ants; the bottom of the food chain, crushed at any moment, both with force and pure naivity.<br/><br/>The story pours out fire, flesh and fleeing for life, not to mention fighting to the death.. But substance is the key to the success of the novel, where down time calls and plucks on any strings one has in their heart. A truly emotional story that will leave you asking why, why children? Why this torture.<br/><br/>The writing style is quite demure at times and it is clear that the story is written for a varying level of readers, and that is understandable if a writer wants their story to be appreciated by all, but it is also a shame as wreaks of being written with the intention of a movie; lacking complexity and challenging concepts for the reader to unravell in their minds. However, the concepts that are presented question ones place in humanity and the ever growing power of global companies and government.<br/>All in all, a truly fantastic novel that I could not put down. Will Katniss Everdeen live? Don't cop out and spend a fortune on a movie ticket for a couple of hours of joy; Buy the book, feel the pain in the grainy pages, smell the fear in the pages and find out for yourself, over and over again.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23PUV7U4S5IU3?ASIN=0439023521	Pretty Good Story *Spoilers*	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've been meaning to read this book for months because my sister really enjoyed them.  I'd been hesitating because, well, I don't normally like contemporary fiction. I usually find it poorly written and not nearly as engaging as the classics.  That's whey they're called ""classics"". Anyway, I really enjoyed the plot of this book.  The story was compelling enough to keep me reading, even though it was a bit predictable at times.  Did anyone actually think that either Katniss or Peeta would die?  Nope.<br/><br/>I thought Katniss was a pretty well fleshed-out character.  I understood her thinking and her motivations.  She was interesting.<br/><br/>Now onto the Gale V. Peeta debate:  In this first book, we don't get to spend much time with Gale, but he's definitely more interesting to me than Peeta.  Gale seems much more of a real character than Peeta.  He makes sense to me, and his relationship with Katniss feels natural and comfortable.  Peeta, on the other hand, seems too over the top mushy gushy.  I don't believe that he loves Katniss.  His back story and puppy love for her seem forced, and unfortunately that's all there is to him so far.  The writer just didn't convince me.  Of course, his relationship with Katniss feels forced partly because it is forced.  She plays it up to help them survive the Games.<br/><br/>I am wondering, though, what the author will do for two more books?  Will the characters begin to fight against the Capitol?  Probably.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CXPZ4VPR4S9O?ASIN=0439023521	engrossing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have not read a novel so engrossing in such a long time. The story is so gripping that I took the book everywhere and even if I only had 5 minutes I opened it and read a few paragraphs. It's shocking, mind-boggling, heart-stopping, and almost unbelievable. I say almost because with the way society is headed in our entertainment options, this may actually occur...<br/><br/>I love characters that are tangible. Even though they live in a future that hopefully will never happen, one can relate to them in that they have the same hopes and fears as we do today. Katniss hopes her family will survive, and takes Prim's place as a tribute out of fear for her safety. Peeta's heart goes out to the poor starving girl and gives her bread even through his strict mother's wrath. They have their good points, and their flaws as well, which always make for good characters.<br/><br/>It's just so shocking. To think that the people in power were so blase about setting teenagers against each other to the death. I realize it was to hold fear over their heads because of a rebellion, but these are human beings! The indifference that a lot of them showed made me sad for the society in general.<br/><br/>It is a dark novel that takes using fear as power to a whole new level. I sometimes wonder if the author got the idea for the book from the reality show ""Survivor""...But as scary as it was, it's such an interesting story that if you have not read it yet, do so. I can't wait to read the next two.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RELO72PD7DQR?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is a story about a young and intelligent 16 year-old girl fighting for survival in a fitictional, post-apocolyptic, deathmatch arena. The read is entertaining and I'll offer both criticism and praise.<br/><br/>Criticism:<br/><br/>Collins' prose is entirely unformidable and perspicuous. Advanced readers will find nothing cryptic, intriguing, or provocative after chapter one. The characters are simple caricatures of people we all know. They're predictable, often naïve, and sometimes frustrating. The dialogue - both internal and external - is both shallow and bland. The metaphors are sophomore and sparse. The story is unoriginal, as it is merely a twist on Battle Royal with a bit of history, background, and minimal character development.<br/><br/>Praise:<br/><br/>Collins' virtue is in story-stelling. Very little happens over the course of the book, but the read is entertaining. The pages turn well and the chapters develop gradually with build-up, climax, and conclusion. Collins' experience in writing children's television programming is evident and the end result is a simple, approachable, and youthful adventure (with a tinge of violence).<br/><br/>The Skinny:<br/><br/>If you're into light, adventure reading (i.e., Harry Potter) you'll probably enjoy this book. The book is effectively entertaining. If you're looking for something with rich prose, creative story, or political/cultural/philosophical undercurrent, keep looking.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3A34XEBVBMFTD?ASIN=0439023521	Which is better first-- book or movie?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was one of the early 2010 readers, by chance. I was in the middle of writing the first book in my dystopian series; <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/INVASION-USA-Book-1-The-End-of-Modern-Civilization/dp/B005G4PUAK"">INVASION USA (Book 1) - The End of Modern Civilization</a> when I needed a break and picked up my daughter's latest read.<br/><br/>I was writing fiction about what could happen during and after a possible apocalyptic attack by China on the USA, The Hunger Games described what might happen after an apocalyptic event, and held my attention. I enjoyed the book tremendously, and reading it refreshed me to continue my own series.<br/><br/>I looked forward to the rest of the series of The Hunger Games, and life carried on until last weekend.<br/><br/>My son purchased the blueray DVD of the first Hunger Games movie I had read 2 years earlier, and brought it home for us to view. The movie was just as good as the book, brought the mental memories back to life for me, and I found the parts filmed in North Carolina a real plus; living so close to where much of the film was made.<br/><br/>Which is better first?<br/>I'm glad I read the book first. The movie was great, changed my mental pictures of the story, but the visuals walked ""hand-in-hand"" with the reading memories I had formed two years earlier. The movie did want me to take more interest in the series though. I first thought The Hunger Games was for ""Young Adult"", but found the story to be for us male Boomers as well.<br/><br/>Recomendation: Read and then view!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2993BMABEZ178?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful, thought-provoking!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">In order to allow my 5th grade daughter (who has a great appetite for reading and reads well above her grade level), I tend to read books before I will allow her to read them, particularly if they are controversial in any way. I'd not considered Hunger Games at all, and I'd been seeing a lot of hype about it in the social media outlets.<br/><br/>I decided to bite the bullet and buy all three books, in hard-back.  I figured if it was a good enough series, I would re-read them often. Generally, I'll wait for all books in paperback, but since book 3 only just came out, I knew I'd have to wait awhile.<br/><br/>I thoroughly enjoyed The Hunger Games!  It certainly made me think about what life might be like in a post-apocalyptic world. (as a Christian, I don't believe I'll be here when it happens). It is a harsh read at times. When they talk about Katniss being naked before people (her prep team) who are basically strangers, it's hard to conceive. And children as young as 12, killing other children? It's hard to explain that to an 11 year old.<br/><br/>But...it does open your eyes to how a world might try to survive after an apocalyptic battle. And you see the haves and have-nots still exist no matter what type of society you're living in. This just punctuates our world.<br/><br/>I highly recommend everyone read this...especially if you have children who have read it or are interested in reading it. It can open the door to some great discussions!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14HWSMILX0IH7?ASIN=0439023521	Really, really good.  Worth the read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is incredibly hard to write a good short story entirely in the first person.  I have read a few and most of them are boring and confusing.  It must be even harder to write an entire novel entirely in the first person and make it good.  But that is exactly what the author does here.  I was surprised by the clarity of the storyline and how it so completely grabbed me.  I teach 7th grade and saw almost all my students reading this book.  I decided to try it.  I expected a book written for teenagers that would be predictable and kind of shallow.  What I got was a book that any adult would enjoy and one that probed so deep into the human mind and told a story so compelling I had a hard time doing anything else but read the book.  The world that the author has created here was both disturbing and fascinating at the same time.  Yeah, the adventure and suspense of the life-and-death struggle was well written and the developing relationship between the two main characters was well thought-out and executed.  But it is the world that they inhabited that really got my interest.  The attitudes of the various peoples in the Capital, from the privileged to the enslaved, was so clearly explained and stimulating that I spent just as much time contemplating the sociology of the book as the storyline.<br/>It was violent.  It was engaging. It was touching.  It was surprising.  It was thrilling.  It was suspenseful.  It made me want to read the rest of the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HD67IQTZ51XH?ASIN=0439023521	Love it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Okay, I don't know why, but for some reason I thought of this as a book geared toward children when I picked it up. I know, crazy. Because there is so much violence and action in this, it can't be for anyone under the teenage years. Once that was established, I was more than happy to begin. I've been meaning to read it for a while and have heard nothing [NOTHING] bad about this book. I was not disappointed at all!<br/>To start off, Katniss is a very likable character, if a little harsh. But that's to be expected, fending for your family after your father dies. She is very independent, doesn't take no for an answer, and isn't afraid to stand up for herself. I loved reading from her point of view.<br/>There were several points of this book that could have turned very, very cliche. Because, I mean, Katniss is the main character. That means she can't die-right? Well, you have to read to find out, because luckily Suzanne Collins saved the day by crafting interesting plot twists that took the book to new levels and leaving me hungry [haha] for more.<br/>This book was addicting from the start. I started it Saturday night, and finished it today, Wednesday. If it wasn't for school, this would have been finished much earlier. I'm already itching to read the next one, while ""The Hunger Games"" only ended for me mere hours ago! I need to get to a book store...<br/>""The Hunger Games"" gets 5/5 stars. It is excellent and should be read be anyone and everyone.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDFH0WDFBYO4J?ASIN=0439023521	children fighting as reality series and punishment	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger Games exemplifies reality tv gone too far.  This is a dystopic take of Panem, the replacement for the US after the world collapses upon itself.  In Panem, the capitol controls 12 districts, which they keep near starvation.  Another method of control is by requiring the sacrafice of two children from each district, reminiscent of the short story Lottery.  However, in this case, the children are not just put to death.  They are sent to the capitol and put in an arena to fight each other to the death.  One of the 24 children will survive. Their motivation to try to win, is not only to stay alive, but to be a provider for food for their district that year and for their family for life. Hunger games introduced us to two children Katniss and Peeta who are sent to the capitol to be trained and then fight.  Katniss is sympathetic to us because she sacraficed herself so her younger sister wouldn't have to go.  However, she struggles throughout the book between what it is turning he into - a murderer - vs the chance to save her family.  As she struggles within herself, she also begins to care for Peeta.  However, there can only be one winner.  The fight will be broadcast nationwide for a mandatory audience who will vote and impact some of their survival needs.  The chidren must develop personas and play to the audience in order to help their chance of survival.  This is the aspect that makes the reader begin to look at all reality tv with distaste.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2T9KAL3RJOTF5?ASIN=0439023521	Think Twice	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really don't think you need a review from me; but since I, in ignorance, have not read any other reviews: has it occurred to you that this is what we have been doing for a good bit of our country's history?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TI64QDXL5NYA?ASIN=0439023521	A classic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm not sure why I'm bothering to write this review since the verdict is in on this title, but here goes anyway.  Anytime I buy a book I go straight to the negative reviews.  Not only are they more interesting, I like to see how someone's opinion could be so different from mine.  I read several of the one and two star reviews and quite honestly, they have a point. Some of the dialog is a bit cliched, some of the scenes a bit manipulative. But I loved this novel anyway.  In fact, I wouldn't even put it in the category of young adult were it not for the teenage characters within it.<br/><br/>I've often heard the Hunger Games compared to the Japanese film called Battle Royale. Eh, yes and no.  Quite obviously there are dead-on similarities, but thematically I would put the Hunger Games head and shoulders above Battle.  The Japanese film doesn't have the strong POV character found in Katniss. It doesn't have the emotionally impact found in the demise of some important characters.  In fact, beyond premise, I can barely compare the two works.<br/><br/>The only thing I found weak about the book (and even that is a bit strong) was the first person, present tense narrative.  It took me a good two chapters before I got in the groove.<br/><br/>I haven't seen the movie yet but that's on my list. In the meantime, I can easily recommend this title to anyone young adult or adult.  It is bound to become an SF classic. If it isn't considered so already.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PT3QTX0ZORDS?ASIN=0439023521	Best Book Read in 2012	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I began this book reluctantly at first; although I had heard some great praise for the Hunger Games.  Are the critics right?<br/><br/>The Hunger GamesSynopsis:<br/><br/>Katniss has lived all of her life in District 12 and every year they attend the Reaping where a male and female tribute is chosen.  She has grown up with her friend Gale hunting and providing for their families.  This year's reaping is special because Katniss's sister Prim is attending for the first time.  Both girls go to the reaping but when Prim's name is drawn what will Katniss do?  The Hunger Games are a fight to the death.  There are always two tributes from each district, and who will the other be?<br/><br/>My Thoughts:<br/><br/>I am really glad I read this book and the critics were right on!  I thought the story was great!  I felt it was well written.  The protagonist is not superficial and shallow like many in young adult books.  The character of Katniss is realistic and knows the hardships in her world.  The conflict between Katniss and Peeta really helped push the story.  Suzanne Collins leaves you wanting more!<br/><br/>I spent most of yesterday finishing this book.  I don't usually spend most of the day reading unless it is a Readathon.  What makes a great book for you?  For me it is a well told story, great characters, and great action.  I am ready for Catching Fire! Are you?<br/><br/>Please let Suzanne know your thoughts on her books on  her website.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZRBJW7IGBP48?ASIN=0439023521	gripping, powerful, left me hungry for more.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins' ""The Hunger Games"" was brilliant, enrapturing, and left me feeling as though I had indulged a part of myself that many other books had left unsatisfied. The careful blending of romantic anguish, gut-wrenching fear, and the corruption of innocence in a dystopian society was so masterful I was left in awe. Collins is a master in creating a ""page-turner"" for the times. In a work that paralles great works such as ""Anthem"" and ""Fahrenheit 451"", Collins' Katniss Everdeen had me jovial, maudlin, petrified through each experience with the terrifying capitol. Her relatability is astounding throughout the book and any teenage girl thrust into her position would have made choices identical to hers. The best asset of the book for me was Peeta Mellark. I commend whatever kind, gentle, lovable man inspired Peeta. Throughout the book, I found myself falling in love with Peeta for a new reason each chapter. His devotion, ardor, and willingness to anything for Katniss make the book all the more enticing a read. Once finished, I found myself craving more of the relatable Katniss, lovable Peeta, pessimistic Haymitch, free-thinking Gale, delicate Prim and the many other ingeniously crafted personalities Suzanne Collins has given me. I give ""The Hunger Games"" a well-earned five stars and recommend it to anyone who wishes to live vicariously through the adventures of an amazing heroine like Katniss Everdeen.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20KZF7QTTJFJO?ASIN=0439023521	great trilogy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I decided to read all the trilogy before watching the first movie and I do not regret. Very catch story! I just could not stop reading until I finished the 3 books. The end of the story was a bit underrated.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2C8UHC5DOC3GF?ASIN=0439023521	Deadly	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What can I say about The Hunger Games that hasn't already been said?<br/><br/>It's terrific! Taken.<br/>It's gripping! Taken.<br/>It's controversial! Taken.<br/>It's extremely hard to put down! Taken.<br/><br/>Katniss Everdeen volunteers when her sister Prim is selected to play in The Hunger Games, the deadly game where you kill to survive against 23 other competitors.<br/><br/>My favorite character was Peeta Mellark. I liked the cliffhanger at the end.<br/><br/>When I first started reading this, I have to say, it started off kinda boring. I thought to myself, Why is this book so special? What's so great about it?? It took me about 140 pages to understand why it is so popular. After that, I read it every chance I had.<br/><br/>I have also watched the movie. I didn't care for the movie at all. The book is 10 times better. Read the book, skip the movie.<br/>The movie is dry the whole way though. What a disappointment! After the jewel of a book, I was so looking forward to a jewel of a movie.<br/><br/>I also have to compare the book to the book and movie Battle Royale. Suzanne Collins claims she didn't know Battle Royale existed. I don't believe that. There are way too many similarities between the 2 or 4 if you count the movies.<br/><br/>I'm not faulting Ms. Collins for that. She took an idea and made it her own.<br/><br/>I have not read the book Battle Royale, but I do own the movie. I plan to read BR in the future.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30HBGCF6MFXFZ?ASIN=0439023521	Exciting, fun story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games adequately met the high expectations I had when I started the book.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games deserves to be lauded for what it is; an exciting journey of a novel that transports its readers into the lives of Katniss Everdeen and the people of District 12.  The relative simplicity of the book--as a college student, I was able to blast through the book over a weekend with a full load of homework--does not take any shortcuts when it comes to thrills and suspense.  Collins never ends a chapter without a cliffhanger that keeps you always wanting more (which is actually annoying, because you can never find a good place to pause).<br/><br/>The difficult aspect of the book for me was the sheer volume of sentence fragments that were used to describe the short, instinct-like thoughts running through Katniss' head.  I didn't notice it until I was reading a chapter vocally to my wife, and the choppy language was so bad that I couldn't read smoothly.  From then on, the style drove me nuts and unfortunately distracted from the great story.<br/><br/>Having said that, I continued to read the whole trilogy and watched the movie, and Collins' universe is interesting all the way through.  The Hunger Games trilogy will probably never share a seat with The Chronicles of Narnia, Lord of the Rings, or Harry Potter at the table of all-time great young adult series, but certainly is noteworthy, and, of course, the flavor of the moment.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DYT2R8D0FPHX?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Have I been bitten by this book? Can someone give me a HELL YES! From the first glimpse of Katniss, I was hooked. Ensnared so tightly that I had no choice but to finish the book right now! No matter what. And then when I reached the part that said,"" Ladies and Gentlemen, let the Seventy-fourth Hunger Games begin"" my heart raced all the way through.<br/><br/>This book was how can I say.....breath taking. I have not read a book that has  ""WOW""ed me. And this book did. They very thought of a game played so viciously just for the entertainment of people grabbed me. I had not read something like this before.<br/><br/>Katniss is a survivor. After he father passed she took it upon herself, to help the survival of her family. She learn to hunt, brought food, took care of her mother, etc. When her sister get chosen for The Hunger Games Katniss makes no hesitation of stepping in for her sister, taking her place, along the side of  Peeta. From there, they are thrown into a while hunt to save their lives and make it out alive.<br/><br/>I love the romance connection between this two and how is blossomed. Everything was perfect. The plot, the drama, and the action. OMG! The action was just breath taking. Every turn, every emotion, I felt along side with Katniss. She did everything she could to survive.<br/><br/>Ms. Collins, I tip my hat to you. You have made my day. I enjoyed your writing. Your writing was brilliant and you detailed everything perfectly.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BYMO4DV73EOT?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had seen  the movie before I read the book and really liked it but the book is that much better! It goes into more detail and you understand more if what is going on.  Can't wait to start on the next one!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R132NDMZH64DHX?ASIN=0439023521	An interesting political commentary	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger Games stays true to the genre every step of the way.<br/><br/>What always surprises me with books that take place in a distopian future, is that although the setting is somewhat detached and foreign to us, the characters remain staggeringly relatable. As a novel, Hunger Games does not belittle the reader by flattening the characters to fit into a group of narrow stereotypes - the brutish strongman, the foolish drunkard, the evil super villain. Peeta is a hopeless romantic, who is intelligent, strong, and charming, but absolutely hopeless at battle. Haymitch is neither a babbling drunk nor a secretly tormented genius. Even Cato, who could be argued to the worst type of person, mourns for the dying Clove.<br/><br/>By comparison though, I must say the movie came a bit closer to oversimplification.<br/><br/>Like other distopian societies, found in other futuristic books, Panem is a political commentary not on future events as they might unfold, but rather on current shortcomings that the author sees in society. The underlying theme is that a group of citizens who have been oppressed to the breaking point, come to see the idea of hope for a better future untenable. And upon giving up hope to change the harsh realities of their existence, these people grow desensitized to the violence of society around them, and actually become part of the problem themselves... at least it seems that this is what the author is trying to say.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R317HG9M5GXRK3?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for a good book?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games was recommended by my friend and she told me that this book is filled with action and adventure. She was right and I tend on reading the rest of the authors books.<br/>This book is about a girl named Katniss and her family. Her world is cut into districts and President Snow holds an annual Hunger Games to eliminate people and their districts. When Katniss’s sister named Prim  gets called she volunteers as tribute to take her sister’s place in the games. Along the w ay she meets an old friend named Peeta. Both Peeta and Katniss’s leader agreed that they should be in love. During this time tension was building up, but soon disappeared as the games began. They fight side by side in the games and never quit.  Will she make it out alive or will she sacrifice herself for the ones she loves?<br/>The Hunger Games was an interesting book and whilst I was reading through the pages my mind created images and made it feel like I was living Katniss’s life. I couldn’t put the book down, it dragged me into in an made it seem so real. I would have to give this book a five star rating because of it’s action, adventure, jaw-dropping chapters, and life-death situation. I can’t wait until the movies come out so I can witness everything on the big screen. Overall, after reading the first book I want to keep reading so I can find out what happens next to Katniss, Peeta, and the rest of her group.<br/>  Written by Alexis, 7th grader</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RD5AMYVNGYTUS?ASIN=0439023521	Great Idea, wrong author	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really did enjoy this book. I think that the idea behind it is brilliant, a society that is so totalitarian that it can force its citizen's children to kill each other. However, I think that the idea should have fallen into the mind of a different author. The research here was pretty scant, and that was obvious. The author had little knowledge of the actual workings of science or medicine, or even what it is like to be injured. Moreover, the author clearly has no idea what it is like to kill people. The descriptions of combat and the decisions of the main character are ludicrous at best. Even though I enjoyed the suspense of the book, I couldn't help thinking ""Oh my god, how stupid are you?"" I understand that there are people who are unable to take a life. That's fine. I just think that the author didn't properly describe the thought processes involved. In a real world scenario, once the main character got the bow the whole competition would have been over. She could have stayed in her little hiding place overlooking the lake and killed off the top oppponents. Morevover, when those 'Careers' chased her up a tree, there was a moment when they had all fallen asleep under her. She should have slit their throats. If she couldn't bring herself to do that, fine. That makes sense. But, to drop a nest of wasps on them? How ridiculous. her plan nearly killed herself. There are many more scenes like this and the lack of logic bothers me.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HDUKH1LZDFI0?ASIN=0439023521	Katniss is my katnipp	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This story tells the tale of a great hero. During the era of apocalypse (Jerome 3:15 book of fried chicken) Katniss Whatevergreen joins a guild named 'Mockingjay Tail'. The greatest of greatest mages are all apart of 'Mockingjay Tail' including son of Igneel, Natsu Dragkween. In the champions tournament she gets chosen from her guild to participate in a kill or be killed scenario. President Frost is an evil scum of the universe taught by the book of Zeref. He alongside his minions, the titans, ravage the land in search of the Tesseract. Mocking jay tail gets attacked and everyone dies except Katniss. Fast forward three years, she has joined the Celestial Beings and now pilots Gundam 00 and together her and her mech set out to get revenge on President Frost. Along the way, love brews when she meets a traveller named Bradley Cooper. At the Bridge of Sorrows, they split ways because upon walking across, the bridge collapses and Bradley falls into a dark abyss. Katniss feels responsible because using the method of truss, she miscalculated the stress, and force analysis of the bridge. She's.... Not an engineer.... On a journey of sadness and vengeance, her tale ends when she falls and trips onto her own blade. It turns out that at her funeral, Natsu Dragkween had attended whom was thought to have died in the attack on their initial guild. On his journey of sadness and vengeance, he trips and falls on his blade as well, and dies......</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12NIM7LO8BW7Y?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book... But ideas seem stolen from 'Battle Royale'.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm surprised I haven't noticed anyone making connections to 'Battle Royale' by Koushun Takami. The premise is almost exactly the same. There is a dictatorship in control of the people, and children are forced to battle it out gladiator style until one survives (although in both books it doesn't really work out that way)... and the children are tracked and video taped for entertainment just like in the Hunger Games. Battle Royale even was written first.<br/><br/>So why the four stars if much of the premise seems to be ripped off a Japanese novel that came first? Because there are many differences. I think the political atmosphere and world building are better done in Collins' novel, she really goes all out for the post-apocalyptic story and I appreciate that. Collins' writing style is easy to read and really sweeps you into the story. However, I will say Battle Royale is a much more intense book because the battle scenes are explored more fully, you feel more vividly that the children are suffering.<br/><br/>So four stars for this being an awesome, entertaining book. I took away one star because of the almost blatant rip off another story. But what can you do? Nothing is entirely an original idea in fiction, pretty much everything has been done before. As for those looking for another book like this one, I would definitely recommend checking out both Susanne Collins' sequel, 'Catching Fire' along with the before mentioned 'Battle Royale'.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39FJZ7X4CC33?ASIN=0439023521	Always thought this was a book that would not interest ...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Always thought this was a book that would not interest me. I truly thought it was written well and kept my interest all the time and found myself really living what the people from section 12 were feeling.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RBLTX9A0GK5?ASIN=0439023521	Fantasy Squared	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fantasy and social satire rolled into one intriguing book.  An excellent vehicle for relaxing from the pressures of work, and for thinking about the myriad things that are wrong with our planet and people.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2X2DSDPX3A6WX?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games, Book One	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A very good read.  I enjoyed this first book so much that I had to get the sequels.  I purchased this book for one cent and<br/>3.99 shipg.  I was in fair condition and well worth the penny I paid for it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PJUZ4YZXYQBN?ASIN=0439023521	better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I heard about the subject matter, I really didn't want to see the Hunger Games movie, but I heard a good review on the radio, and I decided that I could handle it. Fortunately, it was a positive experience. I left the movie theater entertained and intrigued (and dizzy from all the shaky camera movement!). I also had a lot of questions about why this and why that. The book answered those questions, and it provided a much higher level of entertainment for me than the movie (even though the actors' performances were quite good).<br/><br/>I saw the movie on a Thursday night and finished reading the trilogy by the end of the weekend, despite having to work on Friday. The books really pull you in, and you want to know more. If you are an adult reader like me, you have to buy into hearing the story from the point of view of a teenager with a teenager's mind and experience. The dystopian world that Katniss lives in is dark and crazy, but it also contains some shades of our own modern culture and government systems. All that, and there is a lot of suspense throughout the series that keeps you turning pages. Of course, there's also the whole Katniss - Gale - Peeta thing that keeps you going until nearly the end, and (spoiler?, not really) the ending is about as satisfying and positive as one can expect in such a screwed up world.<br/><br/>Just read the book (and the next book, and the last book) - you won't be disappointed.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14AC6N0LX76RE?ASIN=0439023521	addictive	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is the 7th book by Suzanne Collins and the first in the Hunger Games trilogy. It is set in a future time, in a country called Panem, situated in the remains of North America. Panem consists of the Capitol and 12 surrounding Districts, and is a place where life is decidedly less than pleasant for the majority of the population. Narrated by Katniss Everdeen, a 16-year-old from District 12, it describes a society strictly governed, lives of deprivation, reduced to illegal hunter-gatherer activities to avoid starvation, and tells of the hardship of surviving. Katniss is one of 24 ""tributes"", picked by lottery in each District, to participate in a ""Survivor""-type situation, the annual (and nationally televised for compulsory viewing) Hunger Games, a fight to the death with only one winner. It is clear that Collins has done extensive research into hunting, gathering and wilderness survival. The novel emphasises the contrasts between the sumptuous wealth of Capitol and poverty of the Districts. The story reflects real life in that it shows how important image, strategy and sponsors are to success. It is ultimately shows real life stresses condensed in time and magnified in intensity. Think reality TV mixed with wartime battles: this is where Collins got her inspiration. Definitely not Capital L literature, but a page-turner and addictive all the same: you will be seeking out the second instalment, Catching Fire.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RW8EOWW1FH38A?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is an action-packed thrill ride whose world is totally engrossing. It is fun young adult fare that can be enjoyed equally by adults. At the same time, it is a missed opportunity to further explore the dystopian world in which it is set.<br/><br/>Once you start reading The Hunger Games it is hard to put it down. The action is non-stop as Katniss fights for survival in the arena. Katniss is a strong female heroine that readers will really root for. She is smart and resourceful and willing to put her self in danger to help the people she cares about.<br/><br/>There is also a love triangle that will appeal to a lot of people. It's kind of similar to Twilight, but Katniss is a way more interesting heroine than Bella.<br/><br/>I found The Hunger Games to be a let down in one area. it begins to set up a great dystopian society for all of us dystopia/sci-fi fans, but it doesn't explore it as well as it could. Katniss spends most of her time in the arena, so the reader catches glimpses of the dystopia outside, and of course the Hunger Games themselves are a symptom of the dystopia, but we never delve into the deeper reasons behind it. Not that every young adult novel has to do this. I just thought it was a missed opportunity.<br/><br/>Bottom Line: The Hunger Games is a fast paced, engrossing read. Despite its missed opportunities, it's a novel no one should miss out on.<br/><br/>See more reviews @ [...]</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YDD5FOIWY5EY?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">All three books are the best they kept me glued to the pages and when the last page of the last book came and went I was sad because I wanted more EVERYONE should read the books!!!  Then see the movies!!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RA7W5I7EL34R3?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Im so happy I read this book. At first I was like no way am I ever going to read it, then I saw the perview for the 2nd movie and it looks good. Then I watch the movie and just new I had to read the book…</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1W7A3MX4DTNTJ?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I watched the movie before reading and wasn't going to read the book. I was convinced and glad that I was. This book was addictive and created a more vivid picture of events. I highly recommend this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18R5J16V4WI1A?ASIN=0439023521	Love!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've read this series at least three times. I suggest this book to most of my friends. Good book for teens, but the content is too heavy for younger kids.<br/>Check out the Gregor series by Collins also.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OHNBVJ1L3JPR?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book. Although I am no longer in the ""young"" adult reading catagory, it still was relatable and a very detailed tale. I read before seeing the movie and would read again.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R141WRKOTCK3Q?ASIN=0439023521	A great start to a great series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very fun read and one you breeze through in just a day or two.  There are over 7,000 reviews to this book so I won't get into it much, just know that this is well worth the read and very much recommended.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12Z6K329RC9LV?ASIN=0439023521	Great read, but not for the faint of heart	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If pages were torn out of A Tale of Two Cities, 1984, and the fourth Harry Potter book, and then sorted and pasted together, I think the result might be something like The Hunger Games.<br/><br/>While no definitive year is given in the story, it seems clear that this is some kind of post-apocalyptic society, in which the ruling class seizes control of the country and keeps its citizens under control with harsh intimidation tactics and scarce resources (a la ""1984""). To add insult to injury, selected children are forced to compete to the death in the annual Hunger Games (something reminiscent of the Triwizard Tournament in Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, except there can only be one winner). Meanwhile, the wealthiest place bets and enjoy the ""sport"" of watching the kids brutally kill each other (kinda like the guillotine bloodbath in ""Two Cities"").<br/><br/>I will say this, Suzanne Collins is a master of creating suspense. She knows how to move the plot. Her writing style is fairly simple, but she describes scenarios well enough.<br/><br/>However, while this may be labeled a ""young adult"" book, be warned before you read it: It's not sweet and happy. It is gory and gruesome and, frankly, I read the whole thing and STILL can't wrap my head around the idea of teenagers killing each other for sport. If you don't think you can handle that, don't waste your time. There are no warm, fuzzy feelings to be found here.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TJW1N7DYMWFO?ASIN=0439023521	Hard to put down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The story is set sometime in the future in an imagined post-apocalyptic North America, which has become a series of unconnected districts governed by an elite and brutally suppressive central capitol located in the Rocky Mountain region. To flaunt its power over the districts, which once rebelled against the capitol, each year two children are chosen from each district to compete in the Hunger Games of the title, a cross between a survival contest and extended gladiatorial fight from which only one contestant will survive.<br/><br/>Katnis, a young teenage girl, becomes a contestant for District 12 when she volunteers to take the place of her younger sister, who was chosen in the annual lottery. The intensity of the story increases and she and Peeta, the boy chosen from her district, travel to the capitol where they are groomed, trained, and otherwise prepared for the coming contest. Peeta's obvious desire to befriend and help Katnis only serves to confuse her, because she knows they both cannot survive the games, and conceivably could end up fighting each other.<br/><br/>I confess I found the world Collins created to set her story in extremely implausible--something that usually is a deal killer for me when reading a novel. Also, the writing is geared for younger readers. Despite those two factors, though, I found the story compelling and hard to put down--a tremendous testament to Collins' storytelling skill.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2T9KG43C9M73C?ASIN=0439023521	ok but not worth the hype	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I came into my eventual reading of The Hunger Games skeptically. I'm not usually a fan of best sellers and I'm yet to meet a franchise that Hollywood loved for which I share the sentiments.<br/><br/>As I began reading the story of Katniss who lives in a poor district, breaking the law to keep her family fed, I found myself more compelled than I expected. She was drawn into the Hunger Games and I still found myself interested as she attempted to navigate her new life situation, in the lead up to the games. It was once the game got rolling in earnest that I found myself becoming dissatisfied with the book.<br/><br/>Two things happened to make the book not work for me. First, the book is an action adventure story. When the characters aren't doing something the entire thing stagnates. Exploring the characters' thought and motivations in the moment are not Collins's strengths. Second, she begins to build in too many out for our main character. For a person fighting to survive in the Hunger Games there are too many taken opportunities to not deal with other characters and just let the world around her do it. I wish I could give specifics but they're all very spoilery.The good news is that this is a book that can be read in one sitting. The bad news is that about 2/3 of the way into that sitting you may find yourself no longer interested in what you're doing.<br/><br/>This is a very ""take it or leave it"" book for me.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSRYTR5E2XWON?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">You know, every single time I'd choose the next book to read; I would always skip reading this book. It sat on my shelf for what seemed like forever, I think possibly 3 months? Anyway, so Catching Fire is coming out this coming Monday so I decided to read it and see if this series was any good. Everyone said the book was really good, but boy they did not do the book justice! It's insane, just the idea of sending 12-18 years off to kill each other off for entertaining purposes was very repulsive to me, but the author wrote it in such a way that was just interesting and captivating. The book is told from Katniss' point of view, she's a very strong character and will do anything to provide for her family and means for survival. I couldn't quite believe that she took her sister's place in the Hunger Games, another 12 year old had been chosen and no one volunteered for her, so it just shows how much she truly did care about her family. Peeta, oh Peeta. He was so sweet; I liked him from the beginning. It's kind of weird though because the entire time that I was reading this novel, I was thinking... Maybe one day we will end up like that, ruthless and insane. Especially with the scientifically and technical advancements that will make what we have today look petty. This author wrote this book just right, not too much gore but just enough to make someone want to change something. Anyway, I give this book 4.5 out of 5 paws.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34P2KQVF46J1A?ASIN=0439023521	Review from So Many Books, So Little Time	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've heard so much hype about this series.  And I've been wanting to read it for a while but just didn't have the time between review books.  So I was glad when I was finally able to.  I was worried that the book wouldn't live up to my expectations since I heard from so many people how great it was.  And while it wasn't my favorite book that I've read this year, I definitely enjoyed it.<br/><br/>I've heard so much about Team Peeta and Team Gale.  And I couldn't wait to read the book to see which side I fell on.  And while I don't feel we really know Gale that well (will we get the chance to in the next book??), for now I am definitely Team Peeta.  What a great and sweet guy!  He had just the right amount of tough guy and emotional guy.<br/><br/>Katniss was just okay for me.  She seemed too tough.  I mean, I know she had to in order to survive, but for some reason I felt that I couldn't really get into her.  Maybe I will in the next book.<br/><br/>But boy, I hated when I had to put this book down to go to bed at night.  I wanted to keep reading to see what would happen next.  So many different things were thrown at us.  It was like watching a reality show in my head (one with horrible consequences).  And the idea of having to live in a world where so many children are given up for death every year is just horrifying!  I have Catching Fire sitting right here and I can't wait to dive into it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FIDGJD61YKNK?ASIN=0439023521	Fast read- engaging!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Overall, I'd give this book 4 stars- because I know it was written for young adults, not full-fledged adults.  But if I were reviewing this as an adult, which I am, I'd give this book only 3 stars despite all the hype.  Here's the scoop:  the writing is simple and definitely not brilliant (designed for a younger audience, I know...)  and I felt that the main character Katniss lacks depth.  While deeply committed to saving her family, she is somewhat robotic and thus only barely interesting.  I kept waiting for more personality to unfold, but alas, it did not.  The story itself however, IS engaging.  Pretty creepy, too, because the 'survivor' contestants, or perhaps better called 'the gladiator pen', is filled with youths ranging 12-16.  Other than in Lord of the Flies, when do we ever see THAT premise?  So- 2 stars for an engaging story, 1 star for a VERY fast read (ideal for a plane ride or sitting by a pool) and the fact that although its a young readers book, its enjoyable for some adults too, and 1 star for writing a novel that has encouraged teenagers to actually READ something other than texts(although the value of this particular 'read' is understandably debatable).  Finally: I would not have a problem with a teenager of mine reading this book; much more violence is on-screen and on TV, even in Transformers or Mission Impossible, so I doubt they'd be overly disturbed despite the story's disturbing elements.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJ627VA856JEV?ASIN=0439023521	Even 50 year old guys will like this book!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My 14 year old girls coerced me into reading this book.  I have to say that after reading the jacket cover I was not overly inclined to do so, but they don't often ask me to read what they are reading so I felt I should give it a shot.  Well, I must say that I was completely surprised to not only enjoy it, but to become completely engrossed in the world of Panem.<br/><br/>I won't spend time discussing the premise of the book- lots of other reviews on this site go through that in detail.  What I can say is the author does a brilliant job immediately drawing you into the book no matter what your age.  If you are looking for a way to kill a plane trip- this book is your answer!  If you are looking for a trilogy to read by the pool on vacation- this is definitely your answer!<br/><br/>My only advice for you is to have the trilogy on hand, because once you start, you simply must finish!  These books will alternately thrill, anger, sadden and lift you.  They aren't pleasant, but they are well worth reading!  My girls loved every minute of my reading- constantly asking where I was and what was happening.  It was a nice bonding experience that we don't often get over books. My wife is now on the third book and loves it as much as I do.<br/><br/>I would also say to all the guys out there that don't do well with women authors, give Suzanne Collins a try.  I typically prefer male authors as well, but this lady can write for everybody.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33GZ9CSZ6SE1V?ASIN=0439023521	Really nice read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The author does a really good job of painting the details of her story, the scenes and the characters with her words.  There are moments you feel you are right there with Katniss in the arena. Nice read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3ESYM06LRF9XR?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins made me feel like I was there, too. Book had so much more information than the movie. Can't get enough of the Hunger Games. Author has an amazing sense of bringing adventure to the pages.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ETU8ZBRHVHT5?ASIN=0439023521	loved the movie so much I had to read the book,  the book was even better!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Don't worry, if you saw the movie first, there is still PLENTY in the book to keep yiur attention!  I'm looking forward to the next two...this is a fairly fast paved riveting work...,,for kids or adults!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6THLX667NY9V?ASIN=0439023521	Fascinating!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm not usually a big fan of young adult fiction but I fancied a change from my usual reading fare and decided to see what all the fuss was about The Hunger Games. Well, I most certainly was not disappointed! The Hunger Games is a young adult, science fiction novel by Suzanne Collins and is the first book of the trilogy. It is set in a post-apocalyptic, dystopian, totalitarian state where children are chosen to fight to the death for their lives. The premise of the book is barbaric to say the least; a televised fight to the death for survival. I loved the originality of the plot and how compelling it was to read. I was lost in Katniss' world from the very beginning.<br/><br/>The characters were mesmerising and the world which the author created was absolutely addictive. I enjoyed being able to escape into a fantasy land and lose myself there completely for a few hours.<br/>I liked Katniss, the main character and admired her constant bravery and courage in her fight for her family's survival and in the face of so much adversity. It was a refreshing change to have such a brave female lead.<br/><br/>There are elements of light romance and some humour throughout the book. It is quite gory and graphic in parts, so I wouldn't recommend it for anyone under twelve or thirteen years of age.<br/>The Hunger Games was a gripping read that was full of suspense and drama and I very much look forward to reading the sequel</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VH8F6OK731FP?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic - not the YA thing I initially feared!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I put off reading this trilogy for a while because I am suspicious of things that tons of people seem to love (see Twilight), and because I feared it would be a treacly YA mess of tedious longing and calf-eyed nonsense with cartoon adults and spunky resilient kids.<br/><br/>However, I heard some podcasters I respect talking about loving this book, so I gave in a got it for my Kindle.  Bottom line: I devoured the entire 3 books and loved them all.  At no point did I think I was reading a YA novel. I was surprised that it is even marketed as such; not because it's too adult, but because it is exactly what I would want kids to read to learn about life.  This is what the YA genre SHOULD be about, in my opinion.<br/><br/> It's engaging and draws you in from the beginning.  The characters are developed and fascinating.  The plot takes turns I never expected; it's rare that a book makes my jaw drop as often as this one did from unexpected developments.  It also has elements of genuine humor and complete sadness; I never felt like the book was leading me step-by-step to an emotional response - they just happened organically. That's rare in any novel.<br/><br/>I loved the book, and while I am interested to see what the film will be like, I am fearful that the edges will be blunted by Hollywood in order to make it palatable to everyone, especially to the YA market I initially feared was the target audience for the book.<br/><br/>Read it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OET57LV1EEZH?ASIN=0439023521	Perfect escape	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Got lost in this one I did. That's what a good fantasy novel should do. Also had severe post-Hunger Games trilogy depression because I became attached to the characters, another sign of great writing...</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DZ91EP5XR4P?ASIN=0439023521	so much better.......	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So much better than the film,  you understand why the characters act the way they do.  The plot is very good, the characters likeable and the best part the action continues all the way through the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNAQP5BNZJAT9?ASIN=0439023521	Loved the series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Every book in this series kept me on the edge of my seat. Each chapter seemed to end with you wanting more-needing to know what happens next!! Quick read, action packed, plot twists, the whole sha-bang.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10PZFY646TR6H?ASIN=0439023521	great story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i love this story.  i wanted to see the film but wanted to read the book first, so i could really see the author's unaltered viewpoint before watching it.  it has kept me captivated from the beginning:)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35YNV5ZK0T3PQ?ASIN=0439023521	An amazing novel! A Brutal, Painful, Yet exciting and must read book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had heard of the Hunger Games, from my Friends of course.... My friend let me borrow her book. I had it for one day and got to Chapter 4!  My mother had then bought me a kindle for my birthday with THE HUNGER GAMES ON IT! Oh how I could never put the book down...... I spent countless nights reading this wonderful Novel! I know no one likes a spoiler but here is a slight summary<br/><br/>The hunger games starts off as a normal Morning..... There is a special event... yet until you get a little bit farther in the book you understand why Katniss' s little sister, Prim had nightmares. When Prim is reaped for the fight to the death called TH Hunger Games, Katniss Volenteers. A BOY named Peeta is reaped then. Their Drunk Mentor, Haymitch is almost no NEVER able to mentor them until Katniss encourages him to remain sober even just for a little while... There are 12 Districts and Two fighters from each district will fight till Death.. One boy and One girl... Katniss Chanses of surviving are 1/24. But she is determined to win... or lose everything she has back at home... Prim her sister, Her mother, Her best FRIEND Gale.....<br/><br/>Here is something to make sure you are not confused.. The hunger games was formed for  a punishment for  a fight between the district's and the Capitol. After the Captiol won the Hunger Games was a punishment.... NOT for ONLY entertainment.<br/><br/>I HIGHLY Recommend this book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3P32MWNHQNDGU?ASIN=0439023521	Riverting read for any age.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is aimed at a young audience - young teenager and I am old enough to be a grandmother to anyone in that audience. I did not expect to love this book as much as I did.<br/>Yet I could not put it down. The challenge, the conflicts, the psychology are stark and brutal and all too real. It can be read at many levels and contains enough obvious (12 districts and Rue - the name of one of the contestants) and hidden symbolism (the bird) to fascinate many readers.<br/>It is Romeo and Juliet and Gladiators vs. Christians and other mythical and real historical situations all wound together.<br/>Somehow the writer maanges to give us just enough information to describe the situation, the characters and the conflict without overdoing it.<br/>I would also agree with one negative comment that another writer ahs - the characters do seem a little woodened. Then again the characters are very young adults just learning about life who have lived a very restricted life. They have adult thoughts and childish ones too. So the characters may not be all that wooden - just not developed as a more adult character would.<br/>The book has some flaws. For instance I could not understand how all the people from a huge district could all come together in one spacefor the tribute choosing or to watch the conflict. Nevertheless, those small details did not matter much.<br/>I am looking forward to reading book 2 and 3 now.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCEMUVQ3QQGGQ?ASIN=0439023521	Beautifully engaging story set in a barbaric world	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was simply amazing. The characters, the world, the descriptions and the suspense made the book fascinating to me. The plot itself made the book interesting and unique.<br/><br/>The writing was simple but still engaging. The voice of Katniss was at times beautiful and torturing because of what she put herself through but I never once didn't like her. I got frustrated with her but never once did I not stop loving who this hard, cold girl was.<br/><br/>What made the book for me, though, was Peeta. I was rooting for him for the whole book. His love for Katniss was something special even when he realized Katniss's feelings may not be as genuine as he thought. He almost gave up his life numerous times to save hers and that made something special bloom inside me for him. Just love that boy. Waaaaaay more than I like Gale.<br/><br/>The plot was something different and one that had me on the edge of my seat because in this dystopia/post apocalyptic world people are sacrificed every year in a barbaric game called The Hunger Games. It was excruciating to read because only one victor can live which means we go through reading knowing people will die. Even the ones we grow to love and adore. While it was excruciating, I couldn't stop reading it. I never once wanted to put the book down. In fact, I wanted it to be longer so I could keep reading and reading. But eventually, I had to move onto book two.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2G07UHUQK3XNT?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love it! So creative. The characters are amazing. I love the contrast between Katniss and Peta. The end makes you want to get the second goodnight away just overcast comes next! I couldn't put it down!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CP59QZ6VVN01?ASIN=0439023521	Very well written and engaging book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read the book before watching the movie.  This was very well written, and certainly engaging.  The story pulled me in and it was hard to put the book down.  Love the book - reading Catching Fire now.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Q427FBSFXFIA?ASIN=0439023521	QUITE SATISFYING, THIS LEFT ME HUNGRY FOR MORE	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The concept for this fantasy novel is a winner, no doubt about it. A decadent government that chooses to use its talented youth in a group death match for the viewing entertainment of the populous deserves to be starved out of existence. Its iron-grip control of the situation is unquestioned, however, and our young characters are locked into a struggle for survival. We are just along for the ride.<br/><br/>It isn't enough that there are girls as young as 12 who have to fight for their lives, but they have to find a way to battle or outsmart those who are older, bigger and, for all practical purposes, professionals at this bloody event. The cruelty and cold calculation of the participants as well as the organizers of the Hunger Games pretty much make this the ultimate reality show. The Biggest Winners are those who get to keep their lives, horribly changed as they would be.<br/><br/>We follow the progress of the main characters in their selection, preparation and then the actual playing of the Games as told in the first person by a young female whose skills in the outdoors give her something to compete with in the wilds of the vast ""arena"" created by the organizers.<br/><br/>Well told, this story has adventure and romance at the teenage level to complement the twisted tale of a society gone wrong. My teen years are far in my rear view mirror, but I enjoyed this tale and you probably will also.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33BJRZ8TTI3GE?ASIN=0439023521	You'll be hooked from page one!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games, by Susan Collins, opened up by helping set up the concept of the games so that the reader has an understanding of how everything is going to be played out.  The games started after the biggest war in history and each year, one male and one female between the ages of twelve and eighteen are randomly chosen to participate in the games.  The Hunger Games is a fight to the death battle in which only one participant is allowed to win.  The games are a way of showing that the Capital controls the people and that by having ""sacrifices"", it's their way of showing to appreciate what your given.  I would recommend this book because its full of action and it keeps the reader wanting to know what's going to happen next with ever situation that comes up.  There isn't a boring moment in the book. The grammar used in the book was very clear so that the reader could easily understand what the author is telling them without losing sight of the storyline.  The word choice used was very good.  Words were used that weren't your everyday use of words, but ones that the reader could still understand the story without it being boring.  The voice that is used throughout the book is a unique one in which the author is able to captivate the reader in a world that doesn't exist, but it almost feels as though it truly does.  This was a very good book and I would strongly recommend others to read it as well.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2AS2D9P6KQNGY?ASIN=0439023521	NOT a vampire novel	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A welcome change from the vampire genre (which I enjoy, but which is overdone, especially in YA literature), The Hunger Games is an engaging, near-future dystopian novel that draws in the reader from its beginning.  Katniss Everdeen is a teenage girl responsible for the well-being of her mother and younger sister since the death of her father in a mining accident.  They live in Panem, a country built from the ashes of the USA, in an outer area called District 12.  It is a mining community, rustic and oppressed by the shiny, technologically driven, frivolous Capitol.  Katniss is only truly happy when she is in the woods, (illegally) hunting with her friend, Gale.  Kat's life changes drastically when her sister is chosen for the Hunger Games - a barbaric, to-the-death version of Survivor in which the players are teens from each of the 12 districts.  Kat volunteers to take her sister's place along side the baker's son, Peeta, and by doing so, starts a chain-reaction of events that lead to a compelling conclusion.<br/><br/>Suzanne Collins has created vivid characters, and she gives us a protagonist that is almost an anti-hero - a rarity in adolescent novels.  Despite her sometimes rough demeanor, the reader can't help but like Katniss, especially as she navigates the treacherous waters of emotions and politics while simply trying to stay alive.  I HIGHLY recommend this book to anyone middle school or older.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HTDE1BIO1DIY?ASIN=0439023521	Life Like Entertainment	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is a young adult book in the same way that Harry Potter is only for young adults.<br/><br/>The hero is an impulsive, doubting 17 year old girl in so far over her head, it is almost impossible to imagine.  She is also kind, loyal and smart.  Like life, things don't work out perfectly in the end, but the characters learn valuable lessons along the way.<br/><br/>I think the book (actually it's a trilogy) will become a classic for young (and old readers) and it stacks up well to other in the genre like Catcher in the Rye, Tom Sawyer, 1984, Brave New World, Dune and Harry Potter.  Sure as Steven King says there are some plot holes and other portions ripped off from a long list of other books especially Battle Royale, but ""Reading The Hunger Games is as addictive (and as violently simple) as playing one of those shoot-it-if-it-moves videogames in the lobby of the local eightplex; you know it's not real, but you keep plugging in quarters anyway.""<br/><br/>The compelling nature does fall off in the substantially weaker Volume III, but that is partly why I like the books so much.  The Trilogy, like life may not have a perfect and uplifting happy ending, but our efforts to continue and affirm it, may be all we can do, may be all that need, and may be all we can get.<br/><br/>Imagine a combination of Survivor, Escape from New York, the Lottery and the Most Dangerous Game.  It's a compelling read.<br/><br/>I highly recommend it.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BXMEM71YAKWB?ASIN=0439023521	If you haven't taken the plunge, go ahead!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have seen this book on so many lists for so long, but never made the purchase before, because frankly the storyline sounds too depressing and gruesome to be something we want to read.  But it wasn't.  I finally bought the book, and am so glad I did!  I devoured it, then my daughter did, and we are regretting not ordering Catching Fire (book 2) at the same time.  It's on its' way now, but we really, really don't want to wait.<br/>This subject of the book could be described as a futuristic gladiator kind of thing, but don't let that stop you.  It is so much more.  It will haunt you when you have finished, but not in a gruesome way.  This is not a book that I might typically think my daughter would love, but oh, my, it was.  I don't know how the author pulls you in and makes you care about the characters as much as she does, and it is heart-wrenching, and breath-taking and full of ups and downs like you wouldn't believe.  We have an extensive YA collection, and I have to say that this book has surged to the top.<br/>I'll need to make sure all of my daughter's friends (both boys and girls) have copies as well.  Looking for a smart, capable female character?  Heroic kids?  Adventure?  Suspense?  Philosophy?  Romance?  Look no further.  This book has got it all, and is one you'll want your sons and daughters both to read -- and one that they won't be able to stop reading once they pick it up.  Enjoy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OYEFMB4LK1Z8?ASIN=0439023521	You NEED to read this book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've read this book four times and each time it just gets better and better. It is a perfect mixture of action, romance, and surprisingly you get a few good laughs out of it. This book is a must read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21LHWPIHP8KRR?ASIN=0439023521	OMG	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love the book so much it makes you realize what you missed out in the movies.Obviously Suzanne Collins is brilliant in writing or I wouldn't of rated it Five stars Thats five full Stars!!!Read now!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KSUHOT09HBVL?ASIN=0439023521	Lawrence scores again	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent acting, especially by Jennifer Lawrence. Follows book, meticulous directing, great cinimatography, and outstanding support acting. Also, viewers of all ages can get something from the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SPXVX5EQD6WR?ASIN=0439023521	Great book for kids and adults!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My son had to read this book for his 6th grade reading class, so  I decide to take a little look and I couldn't stop till the end of the book<br/>It is great and entertaining both for kids and adults</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R132MGQ4D8COA9?ASIN=0439023521	Addictive and Unique	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is a great success. I don't know where Suzanne Collins comes up with this stuff, but where ever she does, great job.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games starts out in a place called Panem. Katniss Everdeen lives with her mother and her sister, Prim. They live in the Seam, which means you don't make enough money for a living. Katniss pretty much has to run the house. She hunts and gathers with her best friend, Gale. And her sister, Prim sells her goat milk.<br/><br/>All of Panem is dreading the day of the reaping, which is when they draw two names, a boy and a girl, from the reaping ball, to take place in he annual Hunger Games, a fight to death until only on tribute (competitor) is standing.<br/><br/>Katniss would not let her sister, Prim, sign up for the tesserae, which is when you put your name into the reaping ball multiple times so your family can get extra grain and oils. This year, since Katniss is 16, she will be entering her name twenty times. The winner is...Prim Everdeen. Katniss is shocked because it couldn't be happening because she only put her name in once. She quickly starts for the stage volunteering so her sister won't be suffering and only Katniss will. It seems like the Capital is purposely making Prim suffer. First, calling her name out of the reaping ball, then, she has to watch her sister suffer.<br/><br/>How will things turn out? Sorry, can't tell you, but you can find out by reading this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FKX9UEB5VXFH?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I know this book has been reviewed a gazillion times since its first publication in 2008.  I always seem to be late to the party when it comes to reading the books rated the highest.  I usually do not read Young Adult books unless my daughter prods me with one that she especially loves.  This time I have beat her to the job and now I'm pestering her to make it the first read she chooses when her school work lets up a bit.<br/><br/>If you haven't read this book, I must ask you what are you waiting for?  The first couple of chapters set the groundwork for understanding the setup of this new world as well as its social structure.  From the moment they are released into the game it is nonstop action.  I just could not put it down.  The main character, Katniss, is quite a girl and unlike the majority of what you would find in a 16 year old girl.  Considering the environment she lives in and the role of parenting sprung on her at a young age it is no wonder she is wise beyond her years.<br/><br/>Movie rights were purchased by Lionsgate and it is scheduled for production in 2011.  I can easily see this book turning into an excellent movie.  No cast has been revealed as of yet as far as I can find.<br/><br/>For those of you who have read the book, who do you think would play a good Katniss?  What about Peeta - who do you see him in the role of?  For those of you who haven't read it yet - I suggest you check it out.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R92UD1QOFSL6E?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger Games, by Suzanne Collins, is set in a place called Panem which is the remaining United States that consists of 12 districts. Every year, once a year, a male and female from each district are chosen to participate in what is called the Hunger Games. This is a very intense competition where there can only be one winner among all 24 participants. The main character Katniss is representative of district 12, the poorest district. Katniss lives with her mother and younger sister and is mainly responsible for providing for her family, so this is a huge undertaking for her to fight. You will have to read to find out how she handles fighting for herself, while fighting an ""on-scene"" relationship with her partner, Peeta, goes.<br/>  I absolutely loved the book. It was an easy read, and hard to put down once I started. It was very well written and she did a nice job of grabbing the reader's attention and keeping it throughout the whole book, as well as the whole series. As far as changes that I would go, I wouldn't change all that much. Maybe just the suspense level, and how to drag it on and not drag it on. Also the descriptive factor, and the battle part of the book. But like I said before, I think its very good and it does a real good job of setting up a dystopian world. Definitely raises the reader's awareness of how things could end up being. Overall I would rate the book a 5 out of 5.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GCVC8AN2Q1WM?ASIN=0439023521	A page-turner, yet....	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book takes place in an area that used to be the US.  However, now it is broken into 12 districts and ruled by the ""Capitol.""  Formerly, there had been 13 districts, but that district was destroyed during an unsuccessful rebellion by all of the districts.  Now in a punishment that could only have been imagined by Shirley Jackson, the Capitol requires the remaining 12 districts to draw the name of a boy and girl from each district each year to participate in the Hunger Games.  In the Hunger Games, each contestant must kill all of the other contestants until only one is left standing.  This book is told from the point of view of a contestant from one of the poorer districts, Katniss.<br/><br/>The book is certainly a page-turner (I finished it in one day), and although the subject matter is inherently violent, the book does not dwell on the specifics.  So, why didn't I give the book five stars?  The reason is that when I got to the end, even though I knew this was the first book of a trilogy and the story has not finished, I was surprised to find that I didn't feel the desire to buy the next book.  Although it was an interesting book, I just didn't feel drawn enough into Ms. Collins's world or to the characters to worry about how the story ultimately turns out.  In sum, this certainly is an entertaining way to spend a few hours, but ultimately not satisfying enough to make me go back for more.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MJZMRU1JU92Q?ASIN=0439023521	Interesting concept	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When my daughter recommended this to me I wasn't sure I would enjoy it. However, I did! It initiated a range of ideas about the concepts presented. I feel it will be welcome by anyone with curiosity.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HWH1QE5XF00V?ASIN=0439023521	Fun, Easy Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm reading this series after already seeing the first two movies.  I find the story interesting enough to read despite that fact.  I hope to get through the third book prior to the movie coming out.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11PD71Q2TKXEW?ASIN=0439023521	AWESOME	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is easily the best book ever written. You need to read it. Collins writes with raw emotion. It is totally awesome! It doesn't matter if you are ten or fifty two, you will get hooked.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTRGIWNRHA6SG?ASIN=0439023521	Finally read it, loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Saw the movie first, but the book was sooo much better. Much more detail. I got to know the side characters more in the book then in the movie. I felt sorrier for those who died. Onto the next one...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16FNKESSNRXUF?ASIN=0439023521	Control, the Ultimate Game	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Tonight I finished reading The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins. In this science fiction novel set in a post-USA North Amerca governed by the despotic Capitol, the 12 regions of the country of Panem send two youths to the annual Hunger Games. These randomly selected kids will fight to the death for the pleasure and amusement of the capitol. The hunger games are the legacy of a treaty that ensued from a rebellion that just didn't work out for the ordinary people.<br/><br/>Collins's novel explores the effect of despotism and violence on children. Katniss Everdeen, the main character and narrator, simply lacks the emotional experience and resources to take in all that is expected of her. In short, she doesn't know how to play the game--until she must.<br/><br/>In the name of control, the Hunger Games would reduce the 12 youths--called tribugtes--to savages.The Capitol takes some pleasure in treating human decency, compassion, and love as affectations. The plot thickens when Katniss, and her Region 12 compatriot and unlikely parter Peeta Mellarkin refuse to accept the basic premise that they are worthless. By insisting that life is worth something, that love is worth something, by refusing to be manipulated by a system that seems them as a source of entertainment rather than human beings, Katniss complicates the games and the very idea of control.<br/><br/>Control is a choice. Just ask the kids who win.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RMSCYH17R8WA?ASIN=0439023521	Slow Starter That Picks Up As It Moves Along	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book is a fairly good story. The first two-thirds of the story were not the best writing I've come across - but the final third of the book makes up for it. I happened to watch the movie when I was only halfway through the book, so it was interesting to see exactly how different the two are in comparison. The differences are not only very wide and detailed - the differences actually change the feel of the story between the two. The only major complaint I have about the book is that its written in the first person. Because of this, the reader gets a singular point of view - whereas the movie is provided to the viewer from the point of view of an outsider looking in. In some ways, I guess it could be pointed out that the book is similar to being inside the mind of Katniss Everdeen, while the movie actually places the viewer in the position of someone actually watching everything from the point of view of a citizen of the Capitol or even one of the Districts. I've seen a few folks attempt to dissect the socio-political ramifications of the story-line in comparison to what one reads in today's headlines. Sadly, I believe that actually removes the one factor that makes this story enjoyable: its a work of fiction made for entertainment value. Digging so deeply into a story line to attempt to uncover hidden, subtle plot-lines, in my opinion, is a fruitless way to read a work of fiction.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KH9STBJ4QHLS?ASIN=0439023521	DONT READ THIS EVER	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">NEVER READ THIS BOOK AS LONG AS YOU LIVE. It is the best book your eyes will ever devour but, for the sake of your sanity don't read it. Once you read this book you will become completly obsessed and won't be able to stop. Then you will know what I am talking about. These books ARE pain. They ARE struggle. They ARE love, hate,betrail, and kill. I read the series and spent my whole weekend in hysterics. The story inspired me to be more than me, and make something of myself. Then they killed off most of the characters I fell in love with and riped the books from under my feet. I'm going through a depretion spiral. Then when you hear the music, Rue's lullaby and the hanging tree, on youtube or the soundtrack....something clicks and you'll never be the same again. Three weeks after I was done I was watching TV and it was on a commercail when my sister (who didnt read the books) went on youtube and looked up the books. She played Rue's lullaby and almost immediatly I began to get misty eyed. As I began to assened the stairs I heard the phrase ""This is the place where I love you"" slip through my covered ears and the hysterics began. These books will completly change YOU. You'll never look at anything the same way again. For better for worse they get stuck inside you....clawing away at your insides until you can't stand it and break into tears.<br/>  Best book ever....NEVER READ IT!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2EDUAXT1G64Q4?ASIN=0439023521	BEST BOOK EVER	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved it!!!!!!!! I stayed up all night to read it. I'm going to regret it, but it was just so good! It wasn't as gory as I've heard, which I liked. It does end with a killer cliffhanger though,,,,</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3S9IBHVTTU55M?ASIN=0439023521	It got my hooked, and fast!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I hadn't remotely touched a book to read for pleasure since grade school. Within pages, I was addicted and finished the series within 10 days. Highly recommended! It made me love reading again! 😄👍</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R113MP5KQ2OJWN?ASIN=0439023521	Interesting and well written story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The plot is well known what with the movie but book is interesting and does make you wonder if anything is ok if we find it entertaining.  In a way Hunger Games can be viewed as ultimate reality tv.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16QXUOEQIIHTU?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games Review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A lot of people at first told me that the movie was coming out in theaters soon and i really wanted to read it before i actually saw the movie. Everyone told me it was a must read and even my brother who i have never seen read a book in my life, read it and told me i HAD to. I'm not a very good reader and i barely read but I'm really glad i read this book!<br/>It has a lot of excitement and fear in it but that's what makes you want to keep on reading it. I saw the movie but the book in my opinion was way better. It had very good descriptive words and feelings that made you want to know what could happen next. It also has a very good love story twist to it.<br/>If you are wondering what the book is about its about a girl named Katniss. They live in a society where there is different districts and she happens to be in 12th district. A certain time of the year they pick 2 people to play in the ""hunger games"" which is when they fight until one person is a live. What happens is they pick her little sister and katniss doesn't want her sister to play so she volunteers herself, making the crowd go crazy. Then shows you how and what happens.<br/>All in all i would read this book so many times in a row and it has a very good sequel to go with it! I actually read this book in about one week, and I'm glad I have! I would recommend this book to anyone even if they don't like to read.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CYNZM0J7GOQ2?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fast-paced, bold, and absolutely breath-taking- move over Harry Potter, here comes the Hunger Games! The story is set to the future; the United States is now divided into several Districts, each at a different level of wealth. Katniss Everdeen lives in District 12, and like all the people there, is trying her hardest to support her family. When the time to choose participants for the Hunger Games, an event where a boy and a girl are chosen from each District to participate in a fight to the death- twenty four in, and only one makes it out. Prim Everdeen, Katniss's sister is chosen for the Hunger Games, and Katniss daringly volunteers to take her place. The rest I will leave for you to find out when you read!<br/><br/>  Overall, the plot was very stimulating but still kept simple. Suzanne Collins does a wonderful job narrating the Hunger Games. Even though the main character is a girl, The Hunger Games is a popular book among boys and girls.  My only complaint is that certain parts of the story were confusing to me and I didn't follow what was going on. Then again, it may have just been my reading skills, but I did like this book a lot.<br/><br/>  I highly recommend reading The Hunger Games to all preteens and adults. It is also a very political book, by the way. There are 3 books in the Hunger Games trilogy, The Hunger Games, Catching Fire, and Mockingjay. Hope this review was helpful!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16WNORCLMWRES?ASIN=0439023521	Incredible! Un-put-down-able!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What else can I say? I lost sleep staying up to listen to this book on CD just to see what happened! Knowing that this is a trilogy I knew that Katniss would survive, but that didn't dilute the excitement one bit.<br/><br/>Some reviewers say this book is a direct rip-off of a Japanese book called Battle Royale. I am not familiar with it so I don't know. All I know that this book picked me up and kept me going, and won't put me down until I read the second and third books.<br/><br/>People have compared this book (kids running around killing each other as entertainment and as a reminder of The Capital's subjugation of the Districts) to Lord of the Flies, Running Man (read the novella; much better than the movie, especially the last scene for a book written in the eighties), 1984, the novella The Long Walk, even Ender's Game.<br/><br/>The only clue that this book is in the ""Young Adult"" category is the age and viewpoint of the main characters. I have read adult market books that also had the limited amount of intimacy and description. Getting kids to read is always a good thing and this book will do that.<br/><br/>Also this book is completely plausible (except for one little plot point but suspension of belief and lucky breaks is required for almost any novel).<br/><br/>Anyone who has any doubts about reading this book should order it right now and just plan on not getting anything done for a night or two.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RC0XMBUS16JY8?ASIN=0439023521	AWESOME!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I normally read the book and then watch the movie but this time I watched the movie first. I wasn't sure if I wanted to read the book but I am so glad I did!!! The movie does not do it justice!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FFFTW68MW1LX?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't put my kindle down to stop reading it. Was almost late to things and missed out on some sleep because I wanted to finish the next chapter. job well done. cannot wait to read catching fire!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LEEO2GPVXAGW?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't Put it Down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved this young adult novel, even as an adult!  I could not stop reading this series and had to read the other 2 books immediately as the author left you hanging, especially after this first book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MCSKSWK2YUK8?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My entire family from adults to children love this series. Already owned books two and three. Now we all ave re-read entire series again. Leads to good family discussions on things happening today.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1N1DVCE38IS50?ASIN=0439023521	Breath of Life	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My Review:<br/><br/>I am going to start my review with the fact that this was one of my first books of this kind. I was kinda of amazed that I really liked it.<br/><br/>Author Suzanne Collins is an amazing writer. The descriptions, characters and the things that happened in this book caught my attention and held it from the beginning to the end. Could not wait to get my hands on the next book. I actually went out that evening late, which is something I do not do and went to Wal-Mart and bought Catching Fire and Mocking Jay. Did not want to wait.<br/><br/>If you have read this one, tell me:<br/>Why does Katniss need to make her face ""an indifferent mask"" and be careful what she says in public?<br/><br/>Katniss's relationship between Gale and Prim and with her mother is really interesting. She is just a kind of daughter any one would be proud of.<br/><br/>I do not want to give any thing away. So I am not going to get into much of the book. But to know that you well be on camera always as a tribute would be crazy for me. Then the games, wow is all I will say here. You need to really read. Just imagine if this really could take place, what or how would you feel?<br/><br/>This book was my own. And this is my honest opinion of the book and Author.<br/><br/>So for the reasons above. I am giving this book my Breath of Life rating of:<br/><br/> FIVE CLOCK RATING!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HLXYB2M46QJL?ASIN=0439023521	Steph's review of Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I can't believe it took me so long to read this book!  I read it in under 24 hrs, and would've been faster if I hadn't had so many ""life"" distractions, I wouldn't have put it down until it was finished!  I expected to like it, but not LOVE it!<br/>The book is about a girl, Katniss, who volunteers to be the contender in the Hunger Games in order to save her little sister from the fate.  The games are a horrible ""punishment"" set by The Capitol (their government) and is a fight to the death by chosen children from each of the 12 districts.  There can be only one survivor, which means either she dies, or she kills 23 other kids, all ages 12 to 18!  Among these other contenders is Peeta, a boy who Katniss feels she owes a sort of life debt to already.  We follow her through many trials throughout the games, and her continued confusion over Peeta.<br/>The Hunger Games had me holding my breath many times.. Trying to predict what was coming next, and being surprised at some of it!  It is full of action and suspense, and a great love story that leaves you feeling strongly for both of them!  I can not wait to read the next books, I can't wait to see what happens next and how the story will end!  I recommend this book for everyone!  It's a great story, and the movie comes out on March 23rd!<br/>I gave this book 5 stars, without hesitation!<br/><a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Hunger-Games/dp/0439023521"">The Hunger Games</a></span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39DO43JPQJNJG?ASIN=0439023521	Do You Volunteer as Tribute?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Reading The Hunger Games for the first time after watching the first two movies for the series was surprisingly more enjoyable than I ever could have expected.<br/><br/>What I enjoyed most was being able to delve deeper into the personalities of the characters than just what is depicted on the screen. For someone who hasn't read the books, it's difficult to comprehend why Katniss' mom is the way she is -- so broken and difficult to bear. What I learned from Williow Shields prior to Mockinjay is how Primrose evolves and becomes a more self-assured young lady. Seeing her origin was incredible.<br/><br/>Neither Gale nor Peeta, or even Effie are described or described as well in the films as they are in the book. Words usually do a better job at painting a picture. That being said, Elizabeth Banks' portrayal was pretty spot on in relation to how she was written.<br/><br/>Something else that was clarified for me was the murder of one of the tributes in the arena. It was the showdown between Thresh and another tribute not mentioned for spoiler reasons. People told me the aforementioned tribute died one way, when really it was another. Without reading it, I really never would have known. I'm so thankful for the book's clarification.<br/><br/>One thing I really enjoyed was how it segued into Catching Fire. Trilogies can be tricky sometimes with cliffhangers and the like.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24WVZN2ZBWEZM?ASIN=0439023521	the movie cant hold a candle to the book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The movie leaves so much out. I saw the movie first and i just couldnt put the book down. I reccomend reading this one ( its free with kindle unlimited but id certainly pay for it if i needed to.)</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RO2MEBLCUHXIU?ASIN=0439023521	This is a amazing book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It I'd full of romance. I just could not put the book down. I thought it was going to be kinda cheesy but to tell u the truth it was awesome amazing and it really made u feel like you were Katniss</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3N1RAYBJRN6NL?ASIN=0439023521	Great for motivating reluctant young readers	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This series of three books engaged my (not usually a motivated reader) 14 year-old daughter to read non-stop. She loved it so much she wanted me to read it which I did and also found entertaining.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3J5X9UE77BJJ3?ASIN=0439023521	Addictive	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is addictive.  I could not put it down.  Although the writing style is simple, the story raises many interesting, sophisticated questions about society and humanity.  I highly recommend.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8GU1R7Z5685N?ASIN=0439023521	must read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger Games<br/><br/>  Our generation is filled with many great books.  One of those great books is called The Hunger Games.  The Hunger Games is a must read that is well rounded and suitable to all audiences.  The authors techniques with language is used amazingly.  It is well suitable for everyone to read.  The language is used in its own creative way, incorporating many genres such as love, mystery, and thriller.<br/>  The Hunger Games has a story line like no other.  The authors techniques with plot is one of a kind.  Author Suzanne Collins uses a creative unique story that portrays the future of our American society.  The plot includes action from start to finish.  The intense suspense throughout the book will leave you wanting more.<br/>  This book consists of many characters very important to the story.  The authors technique with characters is very impressive.  ""When I wake up, the other side of the bed is cold""(Collins,1).  This quote immediately makes you feel the pain the character is going through.  Each character plays an important role in the story and will surprise you every page.  The author made a love triangle and puts importance in each characters passing.  This book is a must read for everyone, and will leave you a Hunger Games fan for sure.<br/>  Works Cited<br/><br/>Collins, Suzanne. Hunger Games. New York: Scholastic Press, 2008. Print</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28ML0R9FV92FD?ASIN=0439023521	They are beaten, not broken	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As reviewed on KayFrayBooks<br/><br/>Obviously, a great deal has already been said about The Hunger Games. I’m sure that every aspect of the book has been picked apart, examined, and analyzed. I am not a literary expert. The closest I have come to studying literature is a few college courses required for graduation and an unhealthy addiction to reading.<br/><br/>This book sat in my to-be-read pile for quite some time. It was a gift from my sister-in-law, and really just didn’t appeal to me. It wasn’t until my husband read it while we were on vacation, and loved it, that I decided to give it a chance.<br/><br/>My husband does not enjoy reading. In the 10 years that we have been together, I have seen him read 7 books; three of which are the Hunger Games Trilogy. So, for it to hold his interest and then get a thumbs up, I knew it had to be something special.<br/><br/>It was. The writing is simple without being juvenile. That is a trick not mastered by most who write YA novels from the first person point of view. It has to be descriptive enough to pull you in, but simple enough that it is believable to have it coming from the mind of Katniss.<br/><br/>You could feel how dismal and depressing the districts were. But you also saw their culture, and the ways that they have managed to find joy. They are beaten, not broken; and that is perhaps the most important distinction one can make about The Hunger Games.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WQTMYQPSQJSL?ASIN=0439023521	Love It	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really liked that you dont know whose going to win and that your the only person that can go deep into Katniss Everdeen, a girl who lives in the Seam, hunts in the woods, and trades in the Hob.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLHQE9YXJTCYY?ASIN=0439023521	A great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I like the things that trap the tributes in the book.<br/>I woud recommend this book to 3rd grade and up.<br/>I chose this rating because it really had a good setup and a great amount of words.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYOVPWDTEG1GW?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book on the advice of author Stephenie Meyer. Let me say she is spot on and it was wonderful. I can hardly wait for the next book to find out what happens to Katniss, Peeta and Gale!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUIITZ59N1INA?ASIN=0439023521	Yes, it's a good book.  No, it's not the greatest book ever written....	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">To indicate how old and out of touch I must be, I bought The Hunger Games for the Kindle because it was recommended by Amazon.  I hadn't heard a thing about it.  Really.  When I saw the number of reviews I realized it must be a big deal.  I liked the book quite a bit; fast paced, unique plot, engaging characters, and a good ending for the first in a series. You certainly don't have to keep reading the next ones...although I did.  I'll spare you the plot summary and my analysis of the socioeconomic sub-text, as there are waaay too many of those already.<br/><br/>I let my 11 year old read it too; it's a little brutal but no real bad words or sex or anything, so I figured it was okay, and he liked it a lot.  The universe of books that both an 11 year old and a 40-something can enjoy isn't that big, so bonus on that score.<br/><br/>Now to calm down the over-hyped:  The Hunger Games is NOT the greatest book of all time.  It's not a life changing experience to read it, nor will it sit on your shelf as an all-time classic in 30 years.  If you really found yourself a changed person from reading this book, I'd suggest you pick up Don Quixote, the Count of Monte Cristo, Gulliver's travels, or even To Kill a Mockingbird....as you really need to get out more.<br/><br/>And finally, I read the next two books too, and while both decent, neither is as good as this one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RE1KM1QDGURYA?ASIN=0439023521	Riveting, Raw & Emotionally Charged Novel-Must Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I first heard about The Hunger Games I was dead set against reading it. It didn't sound like anything I would be even a little bit interested in.  Then one day, I was at the local library and the librarian there talked me into giving it a try. I am so very glad she did. I devoured the book in 4 hours without moving once from my couch. I was drawn in from the first page and I literally could not put the book down.<br/><br/>Katniss Everdeen, our narrator,  is such a strong and complex character.  She may not be the easiest girl to get to know, but it's very easy to admire and get behind her as you read. I think you have to look closer to see the real Katniss. She has no idea how to respond to kindness or show her true feelings (or sometimes even know her true feelings) without putting on a brave face and doing what she thinks she has to in order to survive.<br/><br/>There were a few twists I definitely didn't see coming when I read this book and it is a very fast read. You simply must know what will happen next. This was my first dystopian novel and it really opened up my mind to a whole new genre. I could honestly discuss this book forever but I don't want to spoil anything for those who haven't had the chance to read it yet. By the way, if you haven't read it yet-get going to get yourself a copy and you'll see what all the fuss is about. I promise.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJL2XEUXWONTZ?ASIN=0439023521	Honestly I'm reading it for the movies and it's painful...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's Battle Royale and Romeo and Juliet in one wich I find interesting. It's not original or anything but I can work with this...<br/><br/>My problem with this book's Katniss voice.<br/><br/>I mean, the writting is awful. You can't write in the first person and show your main character's defects and virtues like they are complete self aware of their souls. That's not how people's mind work, even selfish teenagers with high self aware don't express themselves like that. Ok, they can talk like that because we humans coul be little shits when we talk but when we think? And Katniss is mostly a silent girl.<br/><br/>Yet, even if people think about themselves like that, that's not how a book works. We should understand the main character for what they do not what they think of themselves if not that, what's the fun in reading?<br/><br/>Plus, how could I have read a post apocalyptic teen thinking you have to be married to have kids? The book's is rated for teens, right? Explain me how Panem destroyed the Church but still they are all ""we wait until marriage""? Somebody tell me it's just Katniss living inside a tupperwere and in perpetual denial.<br/><br/>I'm trying to finish the book... really because the second movie was nice and the actors made a better job than the novelist. I can't believe I said ""the movie is better than the book""...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21QKUI1TPDQB2?ASIN=0439023521	"Book Review of ""The Hunger Games"""	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Book Review of ""The Hunger Games""<br/><br/>In the Hunger Games, Katniss Everdeen is the main character and the story is projected through her eyes in a shattered country with 12 districts and 1 Capitol. Every year, there are the hunger games, which serve as a reminder that resistance is futile by the 12 districts. This year Katniss isn't chosen, but someone else is, and the twist is only the start of her arrangement of encounters and actions.<br/>This book is very thorough and full of action. Suzanne Collins makes this book change both emotional mentality and gender stereotypes of both boys and girls, and projects resistance in a clever way. Besides having a great story and meaning, this book ends with an astonishing cliffhanger, which leaves the reader running for more.<br/>I thought this book was quite interesting because I could make connections with my own life, and it wasn't difficult to connect to other books. The imagery is good too, this is because she uses things that are common in the readers life.<br/>Although this book has many good points, it has a couple improvements to make. The book is mildly slow paced at places and sometimes it doesn't go through important subjects with enough detail. Also, sometimes the author doesn't get to the point, or in other words, leaves you hanging and waiting for something to happen that will never happen.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPTZCT5DWP433?ASIN=0439023521	New all-time favorite!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">For the longest time, I avoided reading this series because I had this feeling that I would become utterly obsessed.  I just knew that I would need to run out and buy all the books and spend every waking moment reading them.  Well, I finally gave in and read them, and this definitely happened.  This book was absolutely amazing and I could barely put it down.  I really accomplished nothing in the two days it took me to read this book.  The author, Suzanne Collins, has created a future dystopia that is not only utterly believable but utterly terrifying.  The world is fleshed out and solid, and there are hints all around that just beg to beg to be answered in the sequels.  This book would even do well as a stand alone, but once I finished the book, I hungered for more of the characters and a deeper look at the nation of Panem.  Looking at the characters, Katniss is a wonderful main character.  She is likable, strong, and has legitimate motivations for her actions and feelings.  While we meet some flat characters in the games, there are so many other characters whom you can easily connect with and are (futilely) rooting for that it doesn't even matter.  In fact, some of those characters should stay flat, I think.  It's funny how hard it is to review a book you are jumping for joy over.  I really can't say anything other than you must read it, it is that good.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13J949ZL9Q8YK?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games satifies teen cravings	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins satisfies teen readers with her novel The Hunger Games. In her science fiction novel, America as we know it is no more. Left in its place is a depressed nation known as Panem, which is divided into twelve districts.<br/><br/>The plot revolves around a cruel televised competition held annually within Panem known as the Hunger Games. The rules of the game are few but simple:<br/><br/>1) each of the twelve districts is responsible for choosing two young adults (a boy and a girl) to compete in the nationally televised games;<br/>2) the winner is the last contestant left alive in the arena.<br/><br/>Katniss Everdeen, a sixteen year old from District Twelve, bravely volunteers to take her sister's place after she is chosen to be a contestant. She must leave behind her family and best friend, Gale, who she realizes she may love. District Twelve's Peeta Mellark, a quiet teen who has admired Katniss from afar for many years, joins her in the arena.<br/><br/>Readers follow District Twelve's contestants, Katniss and Peeta, as they each savagely fight to win the competition against twenty-two other teens. As the duo compete in the arena a beautiful friendship forms between the two. Readers will devour this novel wondering if either of District Twelve's contestants will be able to kill the other in order to be the last contestant standing.<br/><br/>Read the rest of this review:  [...]</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R75X5X8BJNG8M?ASIN=0439023521	Trilogy review: initially an exciting escape that becomes incredibly tedious.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Trilogy review: Initially an exciting escape that becomes incredibly tedious.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is a neat sci-fi action thriller set within a landscape of a desolated population that lives in fear and constant punishment from its tyrannical government.  In a vague sort of way one can imagine the landscape of North America devolving into such a state. The action has enough cool twists such as a futuristic Mad Max-esque combat dome featured within an American Idol-esque style reality TV show. The fast pace and quirkiness keeps one glued to the pages and you literally want to finish the adventure in one day. One can understand why Hollywood made a movie out of it.<br/><br/>Once the Hunger Games are digested you are left craving a sequel in the same way that you would want to jump back on the rollercoaster the minute you dismount.  Unfortunately Catching Fire offers nothing new of interest and stretches out the exact same story line with contrived twists. You'll find yourself bored within the first fifty pages.<br/><br/>While Catching Fire is a boring extension of the same theme of Hunger Games, Mocking Jay is a total disaster. Collins degrades the main character into a feminist warrior with a drawn out uninteresting love interest struggle that will leave you confused, bored and wishing you had just not attempted reading beyond the first novel.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Z7Z7QB35IA1W?ASIN=0439023521	Seriously!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm really am a grandma and I loved these books! They're not just for teens though that is the ""target"" age group--- interesting enough for older age groups --and even thought provoking.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VU6QWC9V0AOQ?ASIN=0439023521	Great!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was watching the movies, but not understanding what all the hype was about over the Hunger Games. I've read all 3 books and enjoyed them all. Can't wait for the final book's movie to come out.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WJEIREBSSYYN?ASIN=0439023521	I lost a week of my life...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put this book down! As a result, there's one whole week of my life I can't recall because my head was in the Hunger Games trilogy. A must read. Great character development and action!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DH2M904YZU3K?ASIN=0439023521	Collins Has a Winner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This whole series is so well written one can get lost in the story.  It does not read like typical adolescent literature.  The twist and turns of the series left me wishing she would write more.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PRVMT3AGIL4V?ASIN=0439023521	A Must Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">OMG! The twists, turns, and suspense in this book are unreal. Such a book deserves special recognition. If you read any other review about The Hunger Games, they will probably agree. This story has suspense, darkness, action, and a just a hint of romance all culminated in one novel. Once you start reading, there is no going back. You will most likely breeze through this novel. You would be on chapter 5 but you will probably feel as if you have only been reading for a minute. This is a fantasy novel. However, the idea of society is pretty relevant in this book. The Hunger Games is about a girl who must overcome many obstacles and challenges in order to stay alive. That is a straight-up summary of this book. However, the ending is very interesting. This lovely novel will really make you think and infer your own ideas a lot. This review is different than all the others because I will tell you that the main character, Katniss, is strong and brave, and doesn't give a damn what the world thinks of her. She is what makes this whole story make you keep on reading. If you like people standing up for others and what they believe in, this book is a good choice. Anyone can relate to this book due to the social diversity in it. This novel is a must read! I also recommend reading the whole trilogy. You won't regret it. <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Hunger-Games-Book-1/dp/0439023521"">The Hunger Games (Book 1)</a></span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17DFOULLC4WVC?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games book Review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Katniss Everdeen, the protagonist in The Hunger Games, lives in a dystopian society where there are 12 districts with varying wealth. Katniss lives in District 12, the poorest, where the main source of income is mining coal. Katniss, her mom, and her sister fight to survive everyday, living off of Katniss’s catches when she hunts illegally. The government of Panem has created a type of “game” called The Hunger Games, a fight-to-the-death battle in an arena chosen by the government. This will be Primrose, Katniss’ sister, first year of eligibility for the Hunger Games, and the author makes it obvious that the Everdeens are nervous. When the girl representative is picked, the name on the card is PRIMROSE EVERDEEN. Katniss immediately volunteers herself to save her sister. Katniss now has to survive in the Hunger Games alongside the male representative, Peeta Mellark, who she’s never spoken to.<br/>I think that Suzanne Collins, the author of The Hunger Games Series, does a great job of developing the plot and both the main and minor characters, giving the book more tension. It really keeps you thinking “What’s going to happen next?” while you’re reading. This series is hard to put down once you’ve started, and I recommend reading it.<br/>This book does have some scenes which are questionable for some young readers, but overall it is an amazing book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3C1POGL48OTQG?ASIN=0439023521	Keeps you wanting more!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This series is one that it is hard to put down and one that I had no idea was out there until the advertisments starting showing up on my TV for the movie. Boy I am glad I took the time to read the series first. Now my next date will be to see the movie.<br/><br/>Katniss annoys me at first with her I am better than you because I held this family together while you fell apart attitude at the beginning but soon this grows on me but also is helpful to her in the games. She is a character we watch flint in and out of awareness of her feelings because she is not sure what to do but we also watch her come alive with Peeta.<br/><br/>Gale and Katniss were lifelong buddies after the passing of both their fathers in a mine accident. I was immediately drawn to Gale because he has a likeable personality from the beginning.<br/><br/>Peeta who is a lifesaver no matter how you look at it. Katniss ends up being the one who saves Peeta but ultimately he saves her from a hole that she probably had no idea ever exsisted. I loved how they through in the love story between these two. It plays very well in the games and helps them both. He loves her and will do anything for her and that is something amazing despite they have never really had a full conversation prior to the games.<br/><br/>Great read and in no time you have the series read! Next stop the movies!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XAGDICSJDL1J?ASIN=0439023521	'Hunger Games' shows Stephanie Meyer how books are supposed to be written.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I recently read an article about the gap between 'boys' and 'girls' fiction, and how girls are far more likely to read books with male protagonists than boys are to read stories are to read books with female protagonists. I put off reading this series for years, so guilty as charged, I suppose. The reason for this difference, I believe, is that there is a stereotype that a story with a female protagonist will end up devolving into a poorly written soap opera that boys won't have any interest in reading. Certain popular teen fiction has only kept this stereotype going.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games takes that stereotype and shoots it in the jugular with an arrow.<br/><br/>It isn't just that this series starts out with a female character who is not defined by her urge to get together with some guy. This story is just well written in general. Thrown into a dystopian game where teenagers are forced to kill each other as a statement by a totalitarian government, Katniss Everdeen must fight her way to salvation. Collins makes the action excitement and keeps most of the background characters from descending into stereotypes (not all, but most). It's certainly as exciting as any Harry Potter or Alex Rider moment I can remember.<br/><br/>No one, male or female, should be disappointed by Hunger Games. Happy reading, and may the odds be ever in your favor.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TQI4LL1DJW3L?ASIN=0439023521	great... duh!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought the book was really good...<br/>I read it awhile ago, and it is still great. I recommend it to 12+ and those who like wit, romance, well used sarcasm, lifelike characters and action.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33BSX1COW09VU?ASIN=0439023521	It kind of left me hanging	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I would have liked more detail and a little more conflict between the groups before the games. I also wanted a little more added to the end about some of the reactions when they first got home.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UFE4I0L971JE?ASIN=0439023521	Gripping and addictive	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not put this book down. Yes, it's targeted to a younger audience, but the simple language and gripping story line means that you can't put this book down. Great sequels that follow too.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1O77J2KORCMDF?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger for more!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have read this book twice and listened to the audio book, and I still love it as much as ever!  I have recommended it to all my friends, who love it as well.  We can't wait for the next book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CNT3MK6E4HQW?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After reading sample pages, I had to immediately buy the book.<br/><br/>In a futuristic society when the US is under an authoritarian goverment, the Hunger Games provide entertainment to lull the masses. The games are today's reality shows taken to the max. Twenty-four young people are set on each other. The one alive at the end takes home the glory.<br/><br/>A boy and girl from each district is chosen by lot. The heroine volunteers when her younger sister's lot is chosen. Their district is one of the poorer ones and its last winner was thirty years before. Katniss knows her gentle sister will never survive. Katniss herself hunts though it is forbidden. At least she has a chance.<br/><br/>From that moment, the story takes us through the preparations where the contestants are fed lavish meals and dressed in lavish garb, then sent off into an 'arena' which could be anything from mountains to islands to deserts to grasslands. The temperature can be freezing or roasting. Everything is chosen by the government in charge of the games. Everything is filmed.<br/><br/>The object is to keep the population satisfied by watching. Each day's activities - and deaths - are edited and then broadcast. It's a horrifying scenario and the reader is right there with Katniss, wanting to choose the moral thing but forced to choose survival by whatever means.<br/><br/>Great read and not just for young adults!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CS89YY7KV9I?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic Read!! If you haven't bought it, buy it already!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What was once North America is now called Panem. A country divided into the Capitol and 13 districts. During the Dark Ages rebels from the 13 districts began a revolution against the capitol, but when they lose, their lives take on a whole new kind of torture. Residents of the districts are contained in fences and subject to strict rules from the captiol, but the worst part is the Hunger games. Each year all of the districts (except district 13 which was completely blown off the map in the war) of Panem gather for the Reaping, were one male and one female child between the ages of 12 and 18 are drawn to compete in a deadly game; a game were only one of the 24 children will come out alive.<br/><br/>I started this book yesterday morning and finished it last night at 2. Thats how great it is! You seriously can't put the book down and when you do all you can think about is Katniss and Peeta and if they are going to survive. If you are having doubts about buying this book don't worry, it is well worth your money! :)<br/><br/>Details:<br/>+Stands alone but the series continues with Catching Fire and Mockingjay<br/>+ My rating: PG-14. Contains gory violence that is not appropriate for young children. No curse words or sex.<br/>+ If you like this book you might also like: Catching fire, Mockingjay, Fahrenheit 451, The time Machine, Brave New World, and the Uglies series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1I1DCAGKZQ2LR?ASIN=0439023521	Exceded my expectations	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book because my friend recommended it to me. I honestly didn't want to read it at all because of the popularity its gotten, what with the movie and all. It's just not my thing to keep up with the ""hottest trends"". I bought it anyway to see why everyone was raving about it. I have to admit it was pretty good. The story line had me from the first chapter which most books never achieve. I kept reading and couldn't set it down. I soon saw why everyone I talked to liked the books. There was something there for everyone. Romance, Action, Mystery, Suspence. I loved every page. I never thought that a book about killing each other could be so amazing. I'm normally not into violence but for some reason I was captivated by the way Collins used the descriptions and related it to my generation. I kept thinking that I knew what was going to happen next but I every prediciton I made was wrong. That just made me love it more. The characters seemed amazingly well developed even if they were just minor characters. I felt like I could see every part of the book through Katniss' eyes. I thought this book was amazing and I wouldn't mind reading it over and over again. So for those of you that don't want to be a part of the crowd that keeps up with all the latest things, make this book an exception because it is worth all the great reviews it is getting.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QN0UH7TL64HU?ASIN=0439023521	Engrossing and well written action, but	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The only reason I gave this book (indeed the whole series) four stars instead of five, is that I think it falls short of really exploring the some of the issues it raises. Peeta and Katniss speak only briefly about retaining one's sense of humanity and self in the face of tyranny, oppression and (almost) certain death, but thoughout the series I kept waiting for more insight into the choices people make to survive and the impact that has on their psyches. I remind myself that this is a young adult series, and it may be enough that these issues are even raised or alluded to, but I'm not sure many young people will catch it. I think they'll just get caught up in the action, which is absolutley fabulous.<br/>I love Katniss as a heroine - the anti-Bella if you will. She has got things to do and people to take care of. Guys mooning over her is a complete surprise and she questions their motivations when she is not busy trying to save them and herself. I have the feeling Katniss would NOT find it romantic if some guy snuck into her room to watch her sleep, and then told her what to do and how to live her life ""for her own good."" I'm for damn sure certain Katniss wouldn't contemplate suicide because a guy decided (for her own good) he didn't want to be with her. I'll be terribly disappointed if they turn the movies into some kind of love triangle saga.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBFHPSIPMPDO4?ASIN=0439023521	Great Start to a Trilogy!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I laughed, I cried, I was on the edge of my seat, and I couldn't put it down.<br/>Okay, so not everyone who loved this book will have such strong emotions while reading it, but at the very least, it's an action-packed page-turner mixed with just enough romance.<br/><br/>In a place once called North America lies the nation Panem, a well-to-do Capital surrounded by twelve struggling districts. Every year the Capital holds the deadly, last-man-standing  televised event called the Hunger Games. By law one boy and one girl from each district must participate. This is the Capital's way of showing their own power and demonstrating the twelve district's inferiority.<br/><br/>When sixteen-year-old Katniss's younger sister gets chosen, Katniss volunteers to take her place. She must now fight and survive to earn her right to live. Although growing up in district twelve, where food and daily needs are hard to come by, gave her experience with survival, Katniss will face obstacles and choices more complex than the threat of starvation.<br/><br/>There is a fair amount of violence, maybe too much for the younger readers but if you can handle some blood and gore it's definitely worth your time. The characters are realistic and well developed. There are funny moments for some who have a twisted sense of humor, and it has heartfelt moments as well. I can't wait for the next book!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RP4W643GLDPH?ASIN=0439023521	The Audible Was Amazing!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've been so busy Job Hunting and Traveling around town and everything that Ive not had time to pick up a book and reading and walking can be dangerous for me, i decided to check out the audiable books.. I Love The Hunger Games.. All 3 of the to be exact.. As I lestened to the Tale being spun, I could see it behind my eyes. Kinda like daydreaming while out walking.. as you can tell I an a horrible writter but I LOVE to read, and as my time had been taken up to much to do so recently, These Books in Audible have been a God send.. So masterfully written and Read out.. So much Better then the Movie, but I even liked that.. I gasped in places, laughed and Cried with the Charectors.. I Loved it. So moving, so easy to get sucked up and trapped in the story, someone passing me on the sidewalked asked if i was ok when they saw me crying, and I replied with "" I'm just crying with Katness because Rune died"" or ""Peteah just Died.. NO, that cant be happening"" or ""No, No No Prim cant be dead she just cant be, how dare they"" as my Tears turned to anger.  So moving so very moving. Ive been listening to them over and over again and they have become my favorites at the moment, Thank You Suanne Collins for Writting such amazing Books.. Thank You so much! and also Thank You to Carolyn McCormick for verballing Bringing the Books to life.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVJCTEFN2EGCX?ASIN=0439023521	Incredible!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have never read a book quite like The Hunger Games.  Suzanne Collins spins an incredible, action-packed tale that she based on the ancient Greek story of the Labyrinth.  The story takes place in Panem, a country that springs up from a destroyed America.  Panem has been divided into thirteen districts, controlled by the evil President Snow.  The Capitol keeps the rebellious districts in check by forcing them to send two tributes - a boy and a girl - to compete in the Hunger Games - a grisly competition in which teens fight to the death on live TV.<br/>Collins introduces us to Katniss - a smart, caring teen who ignores the Capitol to hunt in a forbidden forest.  This year is the first in which her younger sister, Prim, is eligible for the Games.  Katniss reassures her sister that the odds of being selected are too slim to worry about.  However, Prim's name is chosen, and Katniss volunteers to take her place in a desperate attempt to save her.<br/>What follows is a terrible, gory, even disturbing plot as the Games begin.  Katniss struggles to survive, for the rule of the Games is ""kill or be killed.""<br/>Though violent, I was unable to put this book down, and I couldn't stop thinking about it for days.  I am anxiously awaiting the movie!<br/>I recommend this book to everyone, especially those of you who loved Harry Potter, The Maze Runner, or Divergent!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R55ZN1M7O5G84?ASIN=0439023521	Main Character Key to Book,	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Book gives insight to main character's thoughts.  Rue is especially lovable; Peeta is not nearly as strong as Katniss.  Makes one wonder if such a situation could ever occur...horrid to think!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R492GIFMM1UZO?ASIN=0439023521	Good Series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This series was great and was an easy, but gripping read. At time seemingly disconnected, but only the style of writing wich is unique to the series. Highly recommend and couldn't put it down.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TPWHSQ22I95G?ASIN=0439023521	Movie vs book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is one of the few series that I resisted reading the book before seeing the movie.  Of course the book gives greater detail, but the movie holds pretty true to the story.  I enjoyed both.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GLRUEG8OC6KE?ASIN=0439023521	Great story and easy to read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Saw the movie and decided to read the book to see what the difference was. Lots more details and backstory in the book. Worth the read if you liked the movie and had some unanswered questions.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AODBYWFTUERA?ASIN=0439023521	This is an awesome book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I would recommend this book highly to everyone that likes adventure, impossible outcomes and even a little romance kattniss and peeta ""love"" each other for all the action bravo Suzanne Collins</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RP7GXE6KHAX8S?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you are looking for a novel you can't put down, a novel that has an amazing story line and a novel that has you hooked from the beginning look no further, The Hunger Games is meant for you!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32SQ6HYR6VYBM?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The ""Hunger Games"" was imaginative and a fast read. Not the best written book, but compelling. Everyone told me it was good and they were right. Have waited to see movie until I read the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRYE0FXRSILMF?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have found this to be an enthralling read, I am amazed at how some authors can put to paper their stories and have them be such a great read. I can't wait to purchase the rest of the trilogy</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HW098VFL6X67?ASIN=0439023521	Why have I not read this earlier?!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'll be the first to admit that I kind of avoided The Hunger Games like the plague when I first started really getting in to YA, and now I'm probably one of the last to read it. I really, really regret only picking it up now.<br/><br/>Katniss is a wonderful girl, with so much thrust upon her at a young age, that you can't help but empathize with her. Her determination to never appear weak is admirable, and her strength is incomparable. I love super strong female leads, and Katniss does not disappoint at one single point - even when she lets her hard outer shell crack just a bit.  *Mini-spoiler!* The scene with Rue made me extremely teary-eyed.<br/><br/>I'm not going to go on and on about how wonderful this book is, because there are hundreds of reviews already out there saying the exact same thing. Hundreds of thousands of people already know how entirely awesome this series is, and I'm totally jealous I missed out on all the real Mockingjay hype earlier this summer.<br/><br/>Basically, I'm just really glad I have all three checked out from my library, because I just devoured the last half of The Hunger Games in one sitting, and I'm itching for more.<br/><br/>(As of right now, I'm totally Team Peeta, but I just feel like I haven't seen enough of Gale yet to be absolutely firm. We'll see how my feelings develop!)<br/><br/>(review posted originally @ The Tealeaf Review)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6APMOYSUI0LG?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">In a dystopian world, the rich are separated from the poor and an event called The Hunger Games decides their fate, wealth, fame, and fortune, or death. Suzanne Collins' intention for this book is to identify how if someone of higher power says to do something (no matter how bad or in certain circumstances) will go along with it and how cruel people can be. Some textual examples are that President Snow constructed a game where teens fight to the death for fame and fortune, and the districts are okay with it! Another textual example is that when the game starts, they broadcast the event on television and people watch it and cheer for their favorite tribute.<br/><br/>In the Hunger Games, I liked the sense of survival and risk because it left me on the edge of my seat every time I completed a chapter. There was one part that I liked, it was the part when the game was just about to start, when the main protagonist was formulating a plan to get to a safe place alive. There were also a few parts that I disliked about the novel. I disliked the fact that kids my age were fighting to the death for food, wealth, and fame. One part that I really disliked was when the protagonist was only allowed thirty seconds to say goodbye to her loved ones. I would definitely recommend this book to anyone who likes edge-of-your-seat action and a bit of romance.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35I1KZD5LYFF?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for more!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text""><a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Hunger-Games/dp/0439023521"">The Hunger Games</a> Talk about the ultimate tv  reality show arriving soon at a theater near you!  Ok.  It's still in its fictional stage in this book-  but the newest amateur bloodsport has arrived in our story and it is required viewing by all the citizens of this repressive, dictatorial government.  So move over - ancient Rome with  the bloodsport of lions  devouring Christians and gladiators fighting to the death for the entertainment of the masses..  Instead in HG  it is every person for himself or herself, where fragile and temporary allances knowingly cannot be ultimately victorious.  Instead,  innocent human beings are pitted against each other while turned into cunning fighters  in a game  where there can be only one survivor - one winner.  Yes, there is the familiarity of Survivor, that ever so popular tv show with some new spins.  Yes, The Most Dangerous Game comes to mind, as well as  Shirley Jackson's The Lottery.  The Hunger Games with  its government-mandated killing of children by other children in an arena from which there is no escape except death for all, but one, with all other citizens watching each move from the safe distance of a tv screen,  kept me turning those pages - leaving me hungry for more, beyond the ending.  Thankfully, the author has been kind enough to indulge her fans with a trilogy!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXYG3R0M3KOEM?ASIN=0439023521	Fun Book and Easy Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">How can a book about teenagers killing each other be fun you say?  The author does a good job of demonizing the enemies of Katniss (the main character), which makes the deaths of young people a little easier to take.  Additionally, the plot is a little (or a lot) predictable.  The predictability also makes it a little easier to take.  The brutality might turn some away, but in general will be tolerable for most.<br/><br/>My daughter of 13 adores this book.  She is an avid reader and well beyond her years in this arena.  Yet still, my 13 year old daughter LOVES this book (as she does the 2nd of the series, but not the 3rd...I haven't read either yet).  I would as such recommend this book for teenagers.<br/><br/>Additionally, it is an easy read.  It is action packed and holds your attention.  I read it in a day, and I would say the speed of my reading is about average.<br/><br/>I am going to now read the second and third books...so it held my attention enough to pull me in to reading more.<br/><br/>It is similar to The Running Man (both the movie and the book written by Steven King under the pseudonym Richard Bachman) in the vein of futuristic, post apocalyptic, government run game shows.<br/><br/>I would say if you like the books Eragon (the Inheritance Trilogy now awaiting the 4th book...) and Ender's Game (a true classic) this book would be right up your alley.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RU0P6LAB5QJI7?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw twice the movie but like the book even better it gives more detailed information why and how there are these games and explaines much more the relation between the two principal figures</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3U2OAC6KRCE2F?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I will definitely be recommending this book to my kids! I've read this after watching the first two movies and was glad that it hasn't changed my mind about the movies (which were AMAZING!!!)</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12EE0HR1W11D2?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was so thrilling! Couldn't put it down. Once I finished it I had to purchase the other two books so I could see how it all ends. Definitely $ well spent! You won't be dissapointed!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LFRKMAF7MQR2?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What can I say... I loved it. I loved the narrative, I loved the characters, I loved the love story, I loved it all. I couldn't wait to read the next two and then I was mad b/c I wanted more!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9PPQGF2X36EH?ASIN=0439023521	Kindle Review: Not just for kids or broads - This old Biker really enjoyed the read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">There are MORE than enough reviews to give you an idea of what the book ( <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Hunger-Games/dp/B002MQYOFW"">The Hunger Games</a> ) is about. MY review is for you macho guys sneeking a peek to see what real men think of it.<br/><br/>It's really good. The writing kept me reading and even wanting to turn the pages. As for any girly-romance crap, it's minimal or non-existant and all but made fun of by a tough little gal (protaganist/hero) forced to fend for herself and family in the wilds and then in the games.<br/><br/>The book should appeal to any of you guys who may like to escape in mild Sci-Fi, Hunting, Survival, War Stories, Post-Apocalyptic and even Fantasy fare, without all the pat cliches and tag lines that are copied by so many authors now.<br/><br/>The narrative is VERY well done, has enough little twists and bends to keep you from second-guessing the action or plot line and the author created a page turner. Gets you into the head of the kid so you can understand her even when she's obviously clue-less about the relationships around her.<br/><br/>My wife got me the Kindle Touch after New Years (2012) to be able to read while traveling around on my motorcycle. This was the first book I downloaded because it had hundreds of reviews and was ""free"" via the trial Prime that came with the E-book.<br/><br/>For me (especially for free) it was WELL worth the price and time I spent to read it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1B9GGX53QL94P?ASIN=0439023521	enticing book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger games one word WOW! Now I'm going to be honest here, I'm not a big fan of reading especially long books. Even though this book wasn't so long the way the book is written it keeps you enticed after just three pages into the book you can start to in vision all the characteristics of the surrounding environment in which Katiness lives in. The attention to detail in depicting all of the different types of characteristics is astonishing.  No matter what the situations it is really a mind trip. From the detail of her surrounding, to her hunting, to her at the games, or her at the arena you can in vision every part of the story as it is told.<br/>After I read The Hunger games I was really excited to see the movie... but when I actually got around to viewing the movie I was sadly disappointed at the results. The movie got some of the major aspects of the book but the book has more details than the movie. This book has been one of my favorite books so far even though I don't read a lot. One this you can be sure of from this book is that you will find yourself in a completely different surrounding than you actually are in. I would also recommend to go to a park or somewhere quiet where you can really be able to visualize in greater detail the book. This was a great book that till now I have read three times really recommend it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NXDL8K1PH340?ASIN=0439023521	Hidden depths	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">There may be little point reviewing The Hunger Games. My readers usually fall into two categories - those who already love Suzanne Collins' mega-selling trilogy, and those who have consciously decided not to read it. But I would like to address a sub-section of the latter group: those who only saw the movie, but think they have experienced the story.<br/><br/>They haven't.<br/><br/>Don't get me wrong; it's a good movie. Convincing performances, a strong screenplay, et cetera. But the book was more than just plot and dialogue. The book was Katniss' hollow belly as the Capitol starved her and her family. The book was her mounting dread as she prepared for the Games, and her terror as she played them. The book was her grief and rage as good people were slaughtered around her for no reason at all. The book was her Mockingjay pin; not just what it looked like, but what it represented.<br/><br/>Film adaptations make the sights and sounds of a story much more real, but the themes and sensations are inevitably diluted to almost nothing. I have every reason to hate The Hunger Games - it completely overshadowed the US release of my own distopian action novel, The Lab - but even so, I'm urging you to read the trilogy. The movie is a fun way to spend a couple of hours, but only the book can make you understand what the fuss was about.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Q9IGSDTA7ASC?ASIN=0439023521	Mrose The Hunger Games Review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Panem the country is made up of twelve districts.  The twelth district and the poorest  is home of Katniss Everdeen. Each district has strict laws and a government that controls everything.  Katness has been the provider for her mother and sister Prim ever since her father died in a mining accident.  She has to go into the wilderness to find food.  She signs up for the Tessera grain exchange by placing your name in the Hunger Games.  The Hunger Games take place each year where each district sends a boy and girl  to battle until there is just one survivor.  The rulers set up the games as a way to amuse the citizens and keep control and show dominance.  The winner receives extra food and other luxuries. Katniss bravely takes the turn of her sister Prim whose name was called.  She is taken away to prep for the games and uses her skills with her bow and her desire for survival to increase her chances to win.<br/>  The story is exciting and the author creates a fantasy world that appeals to pre teens, teens and adults.  It has action, drama and even romance.  When the games begin, its is hard to put the book down.  I think that this book rises above because it is very creative and original.  The author is able to keep both male and female readers interested by giving the characters personalities that make you want to cheer them on.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1AUNC0ESB5FAV?ASIN=0439023521	Better Than Average	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had seen some ads for the movie and was trying to read reviews on my Kindle and accidentally ""borrowed"" this book.  Whoops!  Over all, I'm happy I did.<br/><br/>It's a decent enough description of a dystopian world. The gulf between haves and have nots is pretty stark and certainly not beyond belief.  The grinding poverty, the quiet dignity, and the adaptability of human spirit are well illustrated in Ms. Collins book. Katniss and her neighbors seem really tough, but very kind in their own way.<br/><br/>My gripes are pretty minor. Certainly nothing to sway a potential reader from picking up The Hunger Games.  It's horribly written, or pathetically predictable. (ahem, twilight, ahem) I haven't read the other books in the series so I can't say that the rest of the series seems like it was rushed out (ahem, Harry Potter, ahem)  The worst I can come up with is  Katniss and her peers are very well spoken, even more so than many teens I've encountered.  I'm surprised that the Capitol would allow them to attend school so long. I got a bit confused by the level technology:  People mine coal and harvest food by hand, but the Capitol can send a hovercraft anywhere?  Why isn't anyone watching for the silver parachutes?  Seriously?  Wouldn't that scream ""Here's a Tribute"" to competitor?<br/><br/>Worth the read, especially for free.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIETNOEJDCLT9?ASIN=0439023521	Loved It!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This trilogy took over my life. I was so absorbed from the moment I picked it up. Though it was aimed at a much younger audience I still had no difficulty getting swallowed by the storyline.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2X5W9ZOE57VP6?ASIN=0439023521	Yes......just yes	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the greatest book I've ever read,a truly amazing story,I have already reread this fantastic story many times over.....this may be the best series ever written or ever will be written</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DTOHKNITO7WU?ASIN=0439023521	The Best Book I've ever read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read the Hunger Games before it was announced as a movie. I honestly thought I would hate it, because I don't like blood and gore in books. But when I started this book, it fascinated me. I was very into reading utopian society novels, and the Hunger Games is dystopian. I started it late into the afternoon, and I read it in two hours. I couldn't put it down, and I skipped all the work I had to do that night. I was so intrigued by the storyline, of sending children to kill each other. I bought Catching Fire and Mockingjay the next day, and loved them as much as the Hunger Games. The Hunger Games is the only book I've read that is so amazing that even today I can't stop thinking about it. Everyday some little thing triggers a memory of the Hunger Games, and I recommended it to everyone in my family and all of my friends, too. I would very strongly recommend anyone to read this book, but because of some gruesome scenes, I do admit that I think the book is geared more towards young adults/adults. You will not be disappointed with the Hunger Games, and everyone I know that has read the book loved it. I can't wait until the movie premieres on March 23, 2012, and if you're thinking of seeing the movie, read the book first! It's a good, fast read and is the most amazing book I've ever read in my life! I hope this review was helpful!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RAA9IK1ZY9JOI?ASIN=0439023521	Pure Suspense!  One Scary Roller Coaster, don't wait to get on!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow! This was really great! I was hesitant to read it, because of all the hoopla over it, but I finally gave in. I rarely find a ""cannot put it down"" book for me, because I am easily distracted. I found myself aggravated with stuff that kept me from reading on!<br/><br/>This book is violent and scary, but therein lies its message. The future may hold similar terrors if the powerful become mad with control.<br/><br/>I read another review that said basically the plot was flawed, because there is no way society, especially parents, would send their children out to fight and kill each other; that there wasn't enough evidence in the book that the parents have tried to cry foul and stop the Hunger Games. **WHERE HAVE YOU BEEN?** Notwithstanding any future horrors, we participate in this every day! Young people from everywhere are sent to war, whether forced or volunteered, parents have not been able to stop it. Is anybody old enough to remember THE DRAFT, back in Vietnam and prior? Parents and sons worked to resist it, at the expense of becoming outlaws. So who thinks something like the Hunger Games could never happen? They are only sending a few, where today we send them all.<br/><br/>Anyway, I can't wait to read the rest of the trilogy. Kudos to Suzanne Collins for a chilling allegory into human nature, politics, and power.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19YZ5TX2Y36ZW?ASIN=0439023521	An Amazing Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is one of the best books I have ever read. Okay, just thought I should get that out. It truly was a book I couldn't put down, even after I knew how it ended! I have read this book several times and each time I was amazed at how Suzanne Collins could write something this good. Okay, two things I want to cover:<br/><br/>Book Summary:<br/>The book starts out in a ruined America. In the place called Panem, the continent of North America, where there are 13 districts. People live in the first 12, the last one having been destroyed. The main character, Katniss, lives in District 12, the farthest district from the Capitol. She must make a living hunting, illegally, in the forest. She has a sister, Prim. Then Prim is chosen to compete in the Hunger Games. The Hunger Games were begun by the Capitol, to remind the districts of the struggle, at the fall of America. 24 children, two from each district, are placed in an arena, and the only rule is to stay alive. The last person living is the winner, and lives a life of luxury. Katniss immediatly volunteers to take Prim's place......and the plot is set up.<br/><br/>Why Anyone Should Read This Book:<br/>It is impossible to put down! If you are a fan of Sci-Fi, and death in books doesn't bother you, then this book is perfect. I was 11 when I read it, and I wouldn't recommend it to anyone under about 10.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BWFMUPSG6292?ASIN=0439023521	Not Just For Young Adults	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">While this book has been tagged with ""Young Adult""-I have to say that although I am an adult, but not terribly young, I absolutely loved this book! Suzanne Collins takes you on a journey, young adult or older adult, that sucks you in and keeps you there. I haven't been so ""into"" a series since the ""Twilight"" saga. The characters are well laid out, the premise of the story is thought-provoking and wonderfully-interestingly different. It is written in such a way that it's easy to forget that these characters were simply born in Suzanne Collins' delightful imagination, while each character feels so living, that they take up residence in your own mind while reading. The story just springs to life and I find myself wondering what will happen next throughout the day, as I like to save my reading for the evening, as a treat at the end of the day. ""The Hunger Games"" is just that- a special treat that you should get yourself if you love great fiction. For those who are concerned about explicit language or sexual content, I found none. Suzanne Collins shows one can achieve phenonemonal success with sheer talent and a fabulous imagination without needing to throw in bad language and such. I would feel quite comfortable recommending this book to young and older adults alike, I highly recommend this book, it was a great pleasure to read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R140K0ZA8N4133?ASIN=0439023521	Most Dangerous Games Meets Young Adult	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I knew before reading this book that I would love it. Then I read and--surprise surprise--I loved it! It was the perfect mixture of danger, romance, and suspense. First, the plot is so unique and wonderful-- a distopian society where 24 kids are forced to fight to the death in a closed arena in front of live TV. There are the Careers, kids who have been training for this their whole lives--brutal and deadly, the kids as young as 12--sweet and innocent, and then there is Katniss who we find is just as worthy of a fighter as any--she's a survivor. Then there is Peeta, the boy from district 12 who enters with Katniss--the boy who has always been secretly in love with Katniss. It's ""The Most Dangerous Game"" meets ""1984"" from a YA perspective.<br/><br/>There was a moment in this book, just after the games have started, after the reader has gotten to know Katniss and is of course on her side, rooting for her to succeed but also rooting for a romance between her and Peeta to form (even if that can't be possible b/c one of them must die--she must kill him, eventually, if she is to live) when Katniss sees him again in the games. I've never had such a heart-stopping moment come from a book. I can't say anymore, but this one moment was worth the whole book. 5/5 Rating all the way!<br/><br/>This is a great book. A must own and a super fast read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OW1L7E7ANE5K?ASIN=0439023521	LOVE	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing I understand the movie much better now. Can't wait to read the next book. Reminds me of HP how the movies were good but not half as good as the book but still good in there own way.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39KQ8JO1QZM31?ASIN=0439023521	Mesmerizing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this story so much.  Team Peeta for sure!  After reading this, my daughter asked if we could read it together.  I look forward to re-reading it with her.  This is an excellent story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WX6QFNWUUY9W?ASIN=0439023521	A Great Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked the way that you get soooo anxious about who's gonna win but the thing that I dislike is .................................................. NOTHING!<br/>But really i loved the book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MB280QEXX9EU?ASIN=0439023521	Fun, though not credible	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Several hundred years or so in the future, the former United States is divided into zones based on economic function and controlled by a central city of advanced technological capabilities only hinted at. In effect, most of the US is plantation where people struggle for a subsistence living while working to enrich the city.<br/><br/>And to distract the populace, once a year they stage the hunger games, where teenagers from all the zones are forced to fight each other to the death, last one left alive the winner.<br/><br/>None of this makes sense to me, but if you accept the initial premise, it's a good story. I admired how the author twisted events so not only could the heroine remain alive, but her coplayer, a boy who loves her, as well. I""m not sure I believe the rationale. Why do they need a winner? It's not improbable that in earlier games people could have battled to the death, and the last one alive was mortally wounded and died only minutes later. If they'd both died, what would have happened to the dictatorship? Nothing so far as I can see.<br/><br/>I'm divided on how the author failed to explain the ground rules. Many things happen that are explained only when they happen, and some not at all. And I for sure didn't understand the mutant dogs in the final games scene, except their symbolic emotional value.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RD58ACW7HHV13?ASIN=0439023521	It Grew on Me	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger Games was an interesting read. There were some good points, and it did get an emotional reaction from me at certain points, but I felt that the author was focused to much on telling me things, rather than letting me experience them. Apart from Katniss, I had no interest in the other characters, although by the end I did like Peeta, mainly because there's such little dialogue. Katniss herself wasn't very likable. She became whiny and jumped to conclusions that were just to obviously wrong. She wasn't the strong female character that I thought she was supposed to be (according to reviews I'd read). She survives, but only because everyone else pretty much kills each other. Peeta was just too love stuck with Katniss, and I'm not sure why he's willing to die for this girl. Gale isn't even a main character as far as I'm concerned, kind of like Jacob in the Twilight. The idea of him as a love interest seemed forced at the end, and I just couldn't buy into it.<br/><br/>The idea of the games is nothing new. I actually just watched Death Race and Death Race 2, and I'm pretty sure there are a few books with the same concept. I just wish that this had gone further.<br/><br/>** I've edited my rating, as the longer I've thought on it, and after reading it through a second time it grew on me.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AVBPK5LW5VVY?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Would you volunteer as tribute for a loved one? Well 16 year old Katniss Everdeen did for her 12 year old sister Primrose. Life in district 12 isn't easy for Katniss and her family. Ever since her father died in the coal mine Katniss has spent her time saving her sister Prim and her mother from starvation by hunting on forbidden land. But worst of all is the Reaping Day . Every year one courageous young woman and man put their names in the reaping. When Prim is called Katniss choses to volunteer as tribute for her sister. She is paired up with the baker boy Peeta Mellark. Peeta and Katniss train for The Hunger Games at the capitol with all the other tributes. It finally is the big day that The Hunger Games will begin. Katniss steps on her metal plate and rises up to the arena with all the other tributes. The clock counts down and the games begin.<br/><br/>""Wow', I was barely able to put down this book a second after I read the first few pages got me completely hooked. I thought Suzanne Collins did a really good job of making this book because she put a lot of action and feeling in this story.<br/><br/>What will happen next in the last book of The Hunger Games trilogy? Read to find out more in this adventurous trilogy. If you like adventure and thriller story's I highly recommend this book to older readers (10+).</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11Z9GW7VP1X1Q?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games is not just Hype	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Okay, I admit I'm a late comer to the whole Hunger Game thing.  I didn't really know anything about it before last week, when I kept seeing the title and the movie info pop up all over my Facebook feed.  I ignored it until I heard an interview with the movie actors in NPR, and there was discussion regarding how wonderful the books were, that they had caused a stir with adults as well as the young adults they were geared for, and so on.  Since I love books, I figured I could throw down the $5 for the Kindle version and check it out myself.  And, believe me, I was not disappointed.  I was immediately drawn to the complexity and guarded honesty of Katniss, the main character, and the ordeal she was about to face.  I appreciate the nuances of the horror of this story, but the bravery in which the author doesn't sugar coat it.  I love that Katniss is not some superhuman that does amazing superhuman things, but rather a girl who is smart and gets lucky, too.  I love the tacit questions this books raises as it relates to society, the focuses and power struggles that exist, and our part in it.  I think this is a well written book with a real story that goes beyond the characters - a story with such depth I am still discovering it even after finishing the last sentence.  I look forward to the other two books in the trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VYMIS2S0OCDN?ASIN=0439023521	A Well Imagined Story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Warning: spoilers ahead.<br/><br/>The future society of the Hunger Games is in part a cruel boot in the face dictatorship with similarities to Orwell's 1984. The weather-manipulated, media-stage environment of the arena of the games has a similar feel to the Truman Show.<br/><br/>Arguably too, many deeper themes and parallels could be read into the novel. The flowering of Rue's body after her death could be related to the flowering of the cross - an Easter Sunday tradition in many churches, symbolizing new resurrected life coming out of Christ's death and resurrection. Or it could be seen as a good coming out of the unjust evil of the games.<br/><br/>Katniss has a desire to avoid bringing children into the world, where they could be subjected to the injustice of the games. This parallels Eve's desire at one point in Paradise Lost to want to avoid having children with Adam, because of the fallen world they would now be brought into.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is not without a bump in the road or two. Some parts could have been rewritten or omitted, such as the attack of the mutant gamers. All told though, the novel is well plotted and imagined. The love, loss, loneliness, and anxiety conveyed in the story is something readers of all ages can relate to. The novel is appealing to a wide readership for a reason.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1C735VH1F63DV?ASIN=0439023521	A hard to put down, very thoughtful literary piece about freedom, survival and love of family	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The author wove a story that is full of adventure and hard to put down.<br/><br/>The reader is confronted with a story that reveals the possibility of a country where basic liberties are denied to the citizens and controlled by a small seemingly utopic, almost whimsical governing portion of the country, the ""Capitol"", that live in a surreal bubble shielded from the harsh realities that are imposed to the oppressed mass citizens. A very thoughtful read of how precious human liberties are and should not be taken for granted (protected at all costs).<br/><br/>Audience should be older teens to adults who can appreciate the deeper message of the story while also reading about the gruesome reality of 'The Hunger Games'. Graphic descriptions of all nature are kept to a PG-13 level.<br/><br/>Subjects covered: basic survival needs, the trivialization of life, gift of self sacrifice for loved ones, conflict of young love and conflict of deep familial love. Needless to say, VERY thought provoking and amazing food for thought.<br/><br/>Currently released movie runs very close to the book but as the case in most situations such as these, the book reveals more details and the deeper thought processes behind actions.<br/><br/>Once again, a highly recommended read to older teens and adults; enjoyed it immensely.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WK4MS64S14U1?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great story, good book easy reading.this book keeps you on the edge go your seat. The movie left you wanting to buy this book and read it. Glad I had chance to see movie and read the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DGIGPUKR20WF?ASIN=0439023521	Engrossing read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'd recommend this book for high school readers and above.  It isn't too complicated or too deep.  However the gory scenes, deaths and themes may be a bit much for younger readers. I am one of those who saw the movie before reading the book.  The movie and the book were very close.  I thought the riveting storyline about a post-apocalyptic North America sectored into districts under a ruthless, indulgent Capital, a deadly arena and a strong emotionally unbalanced (with good reason) heroine showed great potential.  I ended up reading all three books in a week.  I was totally drawn into their world by each turn of unpredictable events.  The author, Suzanne Collins knows how to place cliff hangers and surprised at the end of each chapter that makes you want to hurry to the next!  At times, I became increasingly frustrated with the main character by the second book.  This may have been by design.  She is truly a case study for Post-traumatic Stress Disorders.  Thankfully, the other damaged supporting characters helped to carry the story.  I think the Hunger Game series could spinoff into gold mine if we could explore what was happening with other characters in other districts, or learn more about what lead up to the ""dark years.""  I highly recommend this book and the series.  It made me love my Kindle Fire even more!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1P84DKEU6EUCM?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for a Good Book?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">For my most recent book club book we chose the “Hunger Games”. It had a very interesting plot and was decently written. I enjoyed the first book in the series and look forward to reading more by Susan Collins.<br/> The hunger games story is about a country divided into districts and a capital that punishes the districts for a rebellion years ago. The punishment takes place once a year and it involves children being entered into a fight to the death. It is viewed as a sort of sporting event for the capital. “To make it humiliating as well as torturous, the capital requires us to treat the Hunger Games as a festivity, a sporting event pitting every district against the other.”(Collins82) Each district enters one girl and one boy into the fight. Then the children train to survive till the end and win for their district.<br/> So in the book the main character is a girl named Catniss from district twelve who sacrifices herself in place for her little sister. Catniss must fight to the death to win while trying to find loopholes in the competition so both her and the boy from her district can both win and survive. She achieves this and they come back and are celebrated for doing so.<br/> Overall it was a very enjoyable reed and I would give it a 4.5 out of 5. I would recommend it to anyone looking for a decent read.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKSBJHEH2XPJA?ASIN=0439023521	Begrudgingly, it's a good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I went into this book irritated about all the buzz about it. I was sick of hearing about it, and sick of people recommending it to me, and asking me if I read it etc...<br/><br/>So I bought it, and I will say I wasn't amazed by it, like some folks seemed to be, and thought it was somewhat predictable, once I understood the premise, but it was entertaining nonetheless. It was an easy read, and in fairness, I tend to predict most books I read and movies I watch... It doesn't spoil it for me.<br/><br/>I did have a little difficulty getting into it to start with because it's written in the present tense. I don't know why that made it difficult for me, but for some reason I've always found it distracting... That's my problem though... I always read a sentence, and think ""Huh, it's in the present tense, I always prefer the past tense"" and then fight that I read the next sentence, but don't remember what it said, and have to go back, then I realize that THAT sentence is ALSO in the present tense (as it should be, right?) and that realization goes through my head again... Like I said though, that's my problem, not the book's.<br/><br/>...Though I did notice a couple of spots where there was something in past tense, that should have been in present like the rest of the book... Though I didn't write it down.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QC2MB8W8GOI6?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games- A Mr. Cole's Class Kid's Review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Katniss Everdeen is sixteen years old, and lives in a poor district.  Her district is number 12. One day the whole district is being called for the Hunger Games.  They've done it for a long time. Katniss, her mother, and Primrose are going.<br/>  Effie Trinket is going to pick. She is the most rich girl in the district.  She is picking the names. The first name she picks is Katniss' sister Primrose Everdeen.  Katniss volunteers.  Katniss is sixteen. She is very strong and good at hunting and getting people's attention with her arrows.  Rue is good at climbing trees.  She is very good at making a plan and very cute.  Gale is nice, sweet, god and helps Katness.<br/>  There are a lot of characters: Katniss, Rue, Peeta, Marvel, Gale, Thresh, Primrose, Foxface, Hay Mich, Effie, Trinket, the mother, and others.<br/>  What I didn't like is when Peeta kisses Katneiss and Gale loves her. Also I didn't like when she says goodbye to her mom and Primrose.<br/>  The book is like the movie, if you are watching the movie, watch it with someone who is older than eighteen. The book has more details than the movie. For example, in the movie Haymich doesn't throw up and in the book he does.<br/>  I like this book because it has romance, action, and fighting. You are going to love the book and the movie.<br/><br/>by Martena</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SQJQVIT87WPZ?ASIN=0439023521	An Intense Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">THE HUNGER GAMES by Suzanne Collins exploits the ultimate battle between the classes in this intense novel.<br/><br/>When sixteen-year-old Katniss Everdeen's twelve-year-old sister is chosen for the Hunger Games, she steps forward to take her place. Thrown together with the sweet boy who'd once given her bread, Katniss must find a way to survive against twenty-three other competitors. Because in the Hunger Games, there is only one victor. To lose, means death.<br/><br/>THE HUNGER GAMES is a fast-paced read. Collins' greatest talent with this book is the underlying tension throughout. As a reader, I had to keep turning page after page to find out what would happen. The plot reminds me of the Athenian tributes to Crete in Greek mythology. Katniss is such a strong, hard character with a glimpse of a softer side. Peeta's love for her is endearing. I loved the use of Roman and Greek myths and motifs throughout. The world building is brilliant with the take on a futuristic American (a.k.a. Panem) as well as the interesting creatures, such as the mocking-jay. This novel is one-part social commentary, one-part reality TV show-ish, and one part love story.<br/><br/>Suzanne Collins' THE HUNGER GAMES is an intense read, and I can't wait to read books two and three. May the odds be forever in Suzanne Collins' favor.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TJFSROBIC05W?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was a thriller.  I saw the movie first.  The book is so much better and with great detail.  I am not a great reader but this book I finished quickly.  Thank you Suzanne Collins.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7I4FU6N4Z87U?ASIN=0439023521	GREAT	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a great book, at a great price. I bought it ""used"" and when it came in the mail it looked brand new!! I am overly happy about it. (even the cover was in perfect condition.)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SUDPYCRRIZIU?ASIN=0439023521	This is a page turner.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great story. Fantasy but grounded with very recognizable feelings, behavior and situations.  Katniss is likable yet remains somewhat of a mystery. She's a survivor and not sorry for that.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RXQYIXZ3JXWT?ASIN=0439023521	What else is there to say except for...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am usually a very descriptive person. I like giving details, explanations, you get it. By after reading this book I can only say this: FIVE STARS. ONE HUNDRED OUT OF TEN. READ BOOK NOW.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPTSZUU9444MK?ASIN=0439023521	even 50 a year old can enjoy the series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After watching the first movie I read all 3 books within 2 weeks.  An excellent effort at finding actors/actresses to mirror the characters in the book.  We cant wait for the next movie !</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FOM9QX7HXR6J?ASIN=0439023521	for all levels of readers... snobs to those who struggle	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Usually if a book is especially popular it is a huge turn off for me. So the fact that I read this and it is one of my favorites despite being popular is a pretty big deal. This book is set in the future, America has fallen and no one may leave their district. Every year the annual hunger games pull two children from each district into a life or death battle against other children in a special arena. The last one alive is the winner of the hunger games and their district receives extra food that year from the capitol. Katniss is the girl ""representative"" of district 12 and is the narrator of the story. In the ""reaping"" (where they draw the candidates) her sister was drawn and she did the unheard of- volunteer for the hunger games. The boy from the district is Peta, the boy who snuck bread to her when they were children and saved her from starvation. However, there can only be one surviver. The Capital is a glittering testament to the power that makes the government able to hold these hunger games as an example to rebellious districts. Some of my favorite characters are the fashion designers in the games (just a side note.) It is impossible not to fall in love with Katniss's character and care deeply whether she, and the friends she has made, survive the hunger games. This book is impossible to put down!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AOMGF2JRALM7?ASIN=0439023521	for all levels of readers... snobs to those who struggle	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Usually if a book is especially popular it is a huge turn off for me. So the fact that I read this and it is one of my favorites despite being popular is a pretty big deal. This book is set in the future, America has fallen and no one may leave their district. Every year the annual hunger games pull two children from each district into a life or death battle against other children in a special arena. The last one alive is the winner of the hunger games and their district receives extra food that year from the capitol. Katniss is the girl ""representative"" of district 12 and is the narrator of the story. In the ""reaping"" (where they draw the candidates) her sister was drawn and she did the unheard of- volunteer for the hunger games. The boy from the district is Peta, the boy who snuck bread to her when they were children and saved her from starvation. However, there can only be one surviver. The Capital is a glittering testament to the power that makes the government able to hold these hunger games as an example to rebellious districts. Some of my favorite characters are the fashion designers in the games (just a side note.) It is impossible not to fall in love with Katniss's character and care deeply whether she, and the friends she has made, survive the hunger games. This book is impossible to put down!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IGDIV6CGVVVD?ASIN=0439023521	Shockingly Fantastic!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Pink Skulls Book Reviews<br/>[...]<br/><br/>I can't express how much I loved this book!  At first I was a little hesitant to read it.  My first thought was teenage gladiators killing little kids.  Nope, not for me.<br/><br/>I'm glad that I was talked into this book.  I know that a lot of people complained there was ""No down with the capital"".  That's not what this book was about though!  This book to me was about everyday people that struggle in life and suddenly, through no fault of there own, are thrust into situations not of their own making.<br/><br/>Basically, Katniss is by no means wanting to be anyone's hero.  All she wants is to bring home enough food to feed her mother and sister.  She's actually chanting in her head during the reaping ""not me, not me"".  Now here it is, the situation not of her own making but a government completely out of control.<br/><br/>The games are action none stop.  Spitfire, survivalist, Katniss is all this and more.  The scene with Rue, absolutely touching. I cried!<br/><br/>I wanted to know what the viewers thought of the games but the only hints you get are small tokens from sponsors. SC keeps you completely in the dark on the goings on outside of the Arena.  You are cocooned right along with all the tributes.  I think for me it gave me more of an insight of how they felt.<br/><br/>I bought this book myself</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Q3UYG1VO3OJ0?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games leaves you hungry for more!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is by far one of the most amzing and successful trilogies of all times. Suzanne Collins came up with a brand new and unique idea that she elaborated on very well.<br/><br/>The story of the young Katniss Everdeen living in what used to be known as North America shows how hard of a life her and her family have. Between the Capitol controlling their every move an the daily hardships of things like gathering food, Collins captures everything in stunning detail an astonishing imagery. And when all the districts have to come together for the annual reaping for the Hunger Games, brave Katniss volunteers to be thrown into a death match instead of her sister. Katniss, along with the boy from her district, Peeta, are thrown into the arena, where it is a death match between the kids of all the districts. Now the scenes described are a little violent, kids brutally murdering each other, but through the eyes of Katniss it shows her struggle to get past this and survive.<br/><br/>A little love story is interwoven between the brutality and hardships of the story and it shows how even he underdog can be the hero, or heroine on this case.<br/><br/>I would definetly recommend this book and the rest of the series. I have read them multiple times and fallen more and more in love with the books. Its a great read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDIONN47SIFLV?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book The Hunger Games was by far the greatest book i have ever read! I started out only looking for a book to read for a fantasy book report and well not being much of a reader didn't mind much what I read. After reading th first 14 pages the first night, I was amazed at how the book kept me going! This book shows how Katniss, a girl from district twelve, which is the coaling district is sent to the Hunger Games in the city called the Capital. There were once 13 districts seprated by forests with beasts and monsters in them. But after the attempted rebellion failed. District 13 was obliterated and the Hunger Games were a way to show the districts that they had complete power. Katniss's fater was a coal miner who tought her to use a bow and arrow for hunting which helped tremedisly in the arena. Her father died in a mine explotion and then Katniss is forced to take care of the family by hunting illigally outside of the fence and one day she meets gale when she saw a rabit in a snare who was a great big help to Katniss. But befor the hunting started Katniss was starving a boy from school named Peete through her some bread and se soon finds out that they will both be going to the Hunger Games knowing that only one can servive in this book of suspence, fights and sadness. This book is highly recomended!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1W21L4VX8NEVZ?ASIN=0439023521	YA novels not my usual genre	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Let me start by saying that I am not a Young Adult. Not even a young-ish adult. I fall in with the older crowd. Back when the Harry Potter novels and movies became so popular, I decided to give the books a try. I couldn't get past page 3 of the first book, any of the half dozen or so times that I tried reading it. So, when The Hunger Games became popular, I ignored it as something similar. But then the movie was on TV, so I watched it, and really enjoyed it. I hate cliffhanger endings, and so I had to go and give the book a try, just to see what happened next. I'm very glad that I did!<br/><br/>The trilogy is written in a way that is appealing to all ages. There is some violence, of course, so it is not appropriate for the under 12-14 crowd, but it's also not so graphic as to be a turn off to the older group. The story focuses on a teenage girl, and the oppression and injustice that she is faced with in her world. The topic itself is what makes it appealing to all ages. Anyone would commiserate with Katniss' plight as she struggles throughout the book.<br/><br/>I will not go into detail about the content, I am sure it has been more than covered in all the other reviews! Just wanted to add my point of view as an ""adult."" Highly recommended book from Ms. Collins, as are the other two in the Trilogy!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBERSTN0OF79C?ASIN=0439023521	Stellar book for reluctant readers, and book lovers, and well, everyone!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Without a doubt, this is one of the best books I've read in the last 5 years.<br/><br/>In the future, a new government has formed that controls 12 districts (think of them as states). As a form of control, the government requires that all children between 12 and 18 to enter into a raffle based on their gender.<br/><br/>Then, one boy and one girl from each of the 12 districts is selected. These 24 individuals are then put on a nationally televised show in which they must fight to the death (...more Without a doubt, this is one of the best books I've read in the last 5 years.<br/><br/>In the future, a new government has formed that controls 12 districts (think of them as states). As a form of control, the government requires that all children between 12 and 18 to enter into a raffle based on their gender.<br/><br/>Then, one boy and one girl from each of the 12 districts is selected. These 24 individuals are then put on a nationally televised show in which they must fight to the death (and all non-contenders of every age in every district must watch). Nothing can be preplanned and nothing can be assumed as the ""gamemakers"" control the arena from an undisclosed location to guarantee ""fairness"" and ""action.""<br/><br/>As a middle school writing teacher and a tough to please reader, I fully reccommend reading every page of this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2J5EAELGLDMD7?ASIN=0439023521	Hooked	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I give this book 5 stars. The way the author writes in detail really painted the picture made for a fascinating read. I simply could not put the book down. I would recommend this to all.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIGNN3FRFNN0X?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't Put It Down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As with everyone else, once I started reading this I couldn't put it down. It's a little bit of a guilty pleasure though, since it's really not anything profound, just a fun, quick read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QWC63H44AA9?ASIN=0439023521	A Parallel to Our Own Future	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It took me a awhile to begin reading this book. The story intrigued me, but it took me some time to begin reading it, finishing it just in time for the movie. Hopefully, Hollywood hasn't botched the story like they have with so many other great books.<br/><br/>What I found interesting about The Hunger Games was the parallelism between American civilization of Panem to possibly our not too distant future. In the book, the breakdown of society has led to what can only be described as a totalitarian regime controlled by the Capitol. The Capitol keeps its citizens in check by forcing children from the ages of 12 to 18 years of age to battle to the death in a gladiator type event. Isn't this what Rome did with it's gladiator games before its civilization imploded?<br/><br/>I teach American Government and History to high school students. What I found in the book were eerie similarities between the government of Panem and the governments of today's communist and radical Islamic regimes. These governments want 100% control, much like the Capitol has in the book.<br/><br/>I thought this was a great read, and is a great way to teach our children what our world can become if we don't preserve freedom.<br/><br/>Shaun F. Messick<br/>Author<br/><a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Worlds-Without-End-The-Mission-Book-1/dp/B004Y5KQHO"">Worlds Without End: The Mission (Book 1)</a></span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OSJZLXKFEOMU?ASIN=0439023521	May The Odds Be Ever In Your Favor!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have read few books that invoked such emotion to the point of tears streaming down my cheeks, and actual shouting back at the book/characters.  While I have re-read other novels, I have never done so immediately.  This was the case with The Hunger Games.<br/><br/>If you are wary due to some negative reviews, I would recommend you take the risk.  I'm actually going to quote Heather Grace, another reviewer because I think this summed it up the series; ""They are not comfortable, but very good literature is not meant to be comfortable. It is meant to make you think, to evaluate yourself and the world around you, and to unsettle you enough to wake you up.""<br/><br/>If you must have sugar fluff, cliche, happy endings, or morally sound and unflawed one dimensional heroes/heroines; definitely look elsewhere.  These characters are tragically flawed, confusing, infuriating, heart-breaking and endearing while their circumstances are brutal, hopelessly dire, and insurmountable.  This book won't make you a better person, but it makes me hope to be a better person and highlights how we all should be better human beings to each other, sacrifice for those we love and cherish them all the more!<br/><br/>How much would you be willing to sacrifice for those you care about?  If you are self centered / self absorbed, you won't like this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1L8ULS0SOWSH6?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic! A must read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've seen both books but Catching Fire (the movie) inspired me to read the books and they're awesome. A fast and easy read - provides a lot more background to the movies and were great!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26ES6NXZM0PZW?ASIN=0439023521	GREAT BOOK	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love these book!  The book is so much better than the movie is because you really get to know both main characters. I find my self reading and rereading all three books over and over.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RQVH4BJ1H4IT?ASIN=0439023521	Simply Marvelous	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow,if you want a good read that's different that's not just mushy and is really intricate I love this book I fall in love with peeta's character you can rely feel her passion and pain.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RP89359PITHTV?ASIN=0439023521	I love the entire series!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is probably my favorite book series next to Harry Potter. It's beautifully written. This book made me cry and laugh and feel the love. An amazing book, I recommend it to everyone!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UVQ2B9493K3X?ASIN=0439023521	(May be minor spoilers)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I grew hatred of the capital. Outlawing hunting to get food, but allowing 12-18 year olds to kill each other? Wow. This book was enjoyable and very interesting.<br/><br/>  Katniss is an interesting character, and she loved her sister so much that she sacrificed her life by volunteering to take her place in the hunger games. She's also bold, responsible and rebellious. She hunts even though it's illegal, to help support her family.<br/><br/>  Peetah is the son of a baker, and has always had enough to eat. His mother isn't very nice to him. Peetah, I thought was pretty dull until I learned more about his past, and him, and actually thought of him as one of the heroes.<br/><br/>  Prim is Katniss's younger sister, 12 years old. Delicate and harmless. Knows a lot about healing. Rue is adventurous, sneaky, clever beyond her age, and can do more than what she is expected. A tribute of district 11. Thresh is the male tribute of district 11 and is strong. The career tributes are conceited jerks who technically break the rules by training for the hunger games their entire life but  get away with it because they're rich.<br/>  There is a lot more to the game then killing Also leadership, friendship, strategy, romance, bravery, and rebellion. I found it a great book and can't wait to read the next.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XZ6GU3B22N69?ASIN=0439023521	When Reality TV Goes Bad	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">In a world where one government rules over all others, saving the best for themselves and taking all but ""not enough"" from the other districts, The Hunger Games are an annual event that is hated and celebrated.  In this scary future, people starve to death all the time and each year two people per district are offered up to participate in the ""games"".  All but one will die and the survivor will never go hungry again.<br/><br/>Scary but real, a gripping glimpse into a future our society could one day go and is more than halfway there.  While thousands, maybe millions starve, the Capitol crowd overeats, dresses extravangantly, and entertains themselves with the unlucky ones.  Creating unfair games that pit them at each other, dangle food in front of them, and offer creative deaths.<br/><br/>I couldn't put this book down.  It was the first time in a long time that I stayed up all night finishing a book.  While it is somewhat predictable (which is a given seeing as it is written in first person from a competitor's pov), everything else is original and unpredictable enough to make up for it.  I wasn't aware it was the first of three until I finished it, then was super excited to realize it was and grabbed Catching Fire up immediately.  Highly recommended for all, something everyone will enjoy and appreciate!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R238UZM23TNL0V?ASIN=0439023521	Too Young For Children	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After reading the Hunger Games vol. 1 I was confused on really what to think. I found the book to be very well written and keep the attention of the reader throughout the whole book.  Yet, I found the book to be very violent, explicit, graphic, and unsettling for the targeted audience. The entire book was about the poor children killing each other only for the entertainment of the rich. There was one scene in particular that changed my opinion of the book.  At the end of the actually ‘Games’ when it is the final two and they are about to eat the poisonous berries but they are stopped by the Games announcer and both are crowned victors.  It made me think of all of the other kids in the games and how they were maliciously murdered. And what was the point? There was none. The end of the book brought no redemption, no real victory. It was simply mass murder. My problem with the book is that this type of story targets 12-14yr olds (which includes two of my younger siblings) I cant imagine them reading it and not having it affect them some how. I believe the message this book puts forth is that good guys don't exist, and humans are essentially evil beings who will repeat atrocities of the past. To me, that is not valuable. And in my opinion, parents should not let their children read this series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7K7D4YYRKDBO?ASIN=0439023521	I'm hungry for more!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Recently, I've read ""The Hunger Games"" by Suzanne Collins. Like many others, I've watched the movie before reading the amazing novel, and thought that no book could compare to HD TV.  However, after reading the detailed novel, I've come to realize what an amazing book it truly was. When you first start reading the book's plot will immediately pull you in, and the main character, Katniss Everdeen, makes sure you stay for the bumpy ride. Now, I fully believe that the book can never be compared to the movie because it's so much enhanced in details, and lets the reader's imagination fully take over. I personally would recommend this amazing book to anyone, and will defiantly read the next in its series.  Thought, age wise, I would consider it appropriate to teens above 13 because the book does describe violent scenes and death. The plot takes place in Panem, which is made up of a rich Capital and twelve poorer surrounding districts. The main storyline of this book is that Katniss Everdeen, a 16 year old girl, volunteers to play in the 74th annual Hunger Games. She does this because her younger sister, Prim, is originally chosen and Katniss wants to take her place. Through the story, Katniss must rely on herself to fight, win the hunger games, and come home. This book is defiantly a page turner.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2AGOYK1ZOD1AK?ASIN=0439023521	The plot description sounds ho-hum, but the book is anything but!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">We have all become very familiar with this type of story ³ this could be anything from 1984 to Mad Max; and it sounds exactly like the Running Man with the Governator.<br/><br/>Two tools in Suzanne Collins tool box make this remarkably different.  First she developed the main and secondary characters to a much greater degree than these other stories.  Much of the first half of this book is spent in this characterization.  As a result when good, bad, or surprising events occur you can empathize with the emotions of the characters.<br/><br/>The second key component is the first person narrative of the main character: Katniss Everdeen.  About half way through the book, the children are placed in the Arena where they are to battle to the death.  When you get to this point in the book, make sure you have plenty of time ¡V from then on you will not be able to put it down!  The first person narrative amplifies Katniss¡¦ feelings of isolation.  No Richard Dawson to annoyingly interfere with the horrible events; just Katniss facing the horrors that the Capital (and Suzanne Collins) can dream up with strength, courage, and sheer force of will.<br/><br/>Simply put, this book is incredible!  For days after you put it down, you can¡¦t help but reflect on her sorrows and struggles.  That is the measure of a great story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R320B5O7LEJ9FD?ASIN=0439023521	Non-avid reader	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Since grade school, high school and college, I have never been a huge fan of reading.  Recently, with the birth of a child, a believe reading is key.  So, I've taken on a few books.  I'm not a fast reader due to a small learning deficiency. I have taken on four books and each has taken me about 3 to 4 months per book.  This book took me by storm.  I ordered it on a Saturday and finished in on a Tuesday.  Wow!!!!  I have never been so engulfed by a book or even reading.  I've always hated reading.  I highly suggest THE HUNGER GAMES to anyone looking for a GREAT read.<br/>I didn't just want to leave a review but hopefully someone see's this.  I really want to say THANK YOU to Suzanne Collins.  I always loved movies because they were so quick, easy and simple.  I didn't have to think at all.  People have always told me that reading is, by far, better because you don't have someone telling you what to think.  I never understood that until this book.  I have NEVER been able to sit down, read a book and be able to visualize the story while I read.  NEVER!!!  Again, thank you very much Suzanne.<br/>The minute I finish writing this review, I'm buying the other two books.<br/><br/>Also, this is my first review.  This is one that I truly felt was review worthy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13NI0TSVJ6AF1?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic story!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the story and the setting. I enjoyed reading about the character's and their lives. I dislike the character Peeta because he seems too ignorant to be living in district twelve.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJ4VALO4UT3UR?ASIN=0439023521	Kaitlin s review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is one of the best books I have ever read !!!!!!!!!<br/>Is so touching and romantic but at the same time it's exticing and scary at the same time !!!!!!! I LOVED IT !!!!!!!!!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15PSJ82DEV5UT?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Book products are the best because they give you knowledge, so with that said i love this product. Especially the fact that delivery is instant because its a kindle edition. Thank You.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/REIQMEO2GIY8U?ASIN=0439023521	This one has everything: vivid characterizations, lots of action, and a point	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My kids were reading this novel, so I picked it up via my Kindle Fire.  Within two pages I was hooked.  This one has everything, including a point: a dysfunctional society's abuse of its weaker members.  But this is not your ordinary anti-utopian novel.  The main character, for example, manages to be both feminine and tough; many authors have trouble pulling off this combination.  Too often tough female protagonists seem like males with a female name.  Not here.  Further, the depth of character development here is outstanding.  The reader instantly comes to identify with the protagonist, understand her motivations, and root for her.<br/><br/>This story is told from the first person perspective and the writing is clear, direct, and concise.  The action scenes and descriptions in this novel are razor-sharp.  The reader never has any difficulty understanding precisely what is going on in this novel.  There are many unexpected twists and turns in this one, and I will not give anything away.  While this novel is said to have originally been targeted towards ""young adults"" in my opinion this one will please the most sophisticated reader.  In point of fact this is one of the better fiction novels that I have read in the last ten years, which is high praise indeed.  Highly recommended.  RJB.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VZF8FCK8PIXX?ASIN=0439023521	Barely came up for air	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Outstanding! I think I forgot how fun reading can be.  I mean, the page turning, stay up way too late, ditch your friends and real life so you can find out what happens next, kind of fun. Yeah, it's that good.<br/><br/>My roommate kept saying, ""the book will be there when you get back.""  It's like I don't know her.  Or rather, she doesn't know me.  The book can not be abandoned.<br/><br/>And so, because I'm one of those people that loves to discuss book ad nausium with others who have read a book, I find myself harassing pretty much everyone I know, so that I can talk to someone else about how shocked I was by some turn of events, or how attached I became to certain key players, and how the book has really made me think about life in general.<br/><br/>I have now read the entire series (in less than a week, I really wasn't kidding about ditching my real life) and feel that after you read the first book, there will be no reason to read any further reviews... because you'll be hooked. So I'll leave my love rant here.<br/><br/>It's a page turner. A book where you loose yourself in another world and feel connected with the characters in the story in a way that feels, at times, more real that the people sitting next to you on the couch. I wish it could have gone on forever.<br/><br/>You have to read this book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33WL62HD9TFL3?ASIN=0439023521	For Pre-teens Who Want Much More Than Vampires and Justin Bieber: Suzanne Collins' Stark, Surprisingly Feminist Bestseller	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I borrowed this from my ""niece""/Soul Sister Caitlin C., who absolutely adores this trilogy and inspired me to read it based solely on her insightful rave review. A good work of post-apocalyptic fiction for pre-teens that strongly reminded me of books from this genre that I loved ""waaaay back during The Cold War"", when no one seemed quite certain that the Russians loved their children, too, and seeing War Games in the theater seemed somewhat of a generation-confirming experience (Z for Zachariah by Robert C. O'Brien comes to mind, and also, somehow, in a very different vein, the unforgettable masterpiece The Grounding of Group Six by Julian F. Thompson). The Hunger Games is harrowing, violent and heartbreaking, but any literate, feeling pre-teen should be gifted this inventive book. For young women, especially, there's much inspiration to be found in the book's heroine, Katniss Everdeen, who's as smart and sensitive as she is blessedly talented with a bow and arrow, and undaunted by the hardships of day-to-day survival in post-North America's totalitarian ""nation"" of Panem. I think there's an age when kids first grow wary of ""the future"", and this novel satisfies that innate desire to have fears aired and explored, even when they can no longer be entirely dismissed by parental units.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KRLH3CZHC554?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">From the very beginning this book had my attention. Whether it was the unpredictable events  in the book, or the idea that another ""United States"" takes place after we completely destroy the earth with war, I couldn't help but stay up all night reading. Katniss draws you in to her world as the sole provider of her family. She makes sacrifices day in and day out to make sure that they are taken care of and that they have enough food to eat, but her most selfless act is which she sacrifices herself in place of her younger sister, Prim. From that moment you become a part of her world. You watch her transform from a young girl who is willing to run away from the District with her family to protect them, to a woman who is willing to fight to prove to the Capital she is not just a player in her games. What truly captivates you in the love triangle that begins between herself, Peeta, and Gale. Although Katniss would never have considered either one in the beginning, finding herself in a ""relationship"" with Peeta, makes her question her feelings for Gale, and questions herself time and again. I found myself rooting for Peeta and their relationship, but with that comes a twist. Suzanne Collins does a magnificent job at keeping the reader intrigued and never gives too much away. Great read!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WR14US1LD57Z?ASIN=0439023521	LOVED IT!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it! After reading all the books the movies make so much more sense! If you enjoy the movies or have any confusion about the movies reading the books will fill in all the blanks.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20XN3BKZCMOH4?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Must read! If you like the movie, you'll love the books as well. If you have read the book but haven't seen the movie you must watch the movie, they do a great job following the book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFDEHABUPQN2B?ASIN=0439023521	New favorite	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is an incredible book. I had already watched the movie but the details and perspective really added to the plot for me. Not to mention the awesomeness of the following 2 books...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2X8JO392RSHFN?ASIN=0439023521	Gripping and fast paced	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The missing star was taken off because I didn't like how the first person narrative limited my exploration of Katniss' world. All I got to see was her little town and the training facility and the arena. I really wished there was another character who got POV in this book. One of the few times I liked the movie better than the book.<br/><br/>I even liked the present tense, when usually that bugs the hell out of me. In a story where any moment could be her last, and half the time she's literally struggling to survive, everything that happens to her really does feel in the moment. Katniss has to live in the now, and I really thought the present tense captured that in this book more than pretty much any other present tense book I've read.<br/><br/>I liked Peeta more in the book than in the movie, though. His emotions, his character, seemed much stronger in the book, and I really wanted him not to die. The contrast of death and fashion, how they kept making Katniss pretty before throwing her in the arena to probably die, was great irony, and a great commentary on where the Capital's culture had slid to. Very post-apocalyptic Rome. I've read this book half a dozen times, and will keep rereading. One of the few books I can stand to read once I know how it ends--a real winner for me.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29FKZR22VRRK4?ASIN=0439023521	Curious about the most reviewed book on Amazon	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I got this book as The Hunger Games was the most reviewed book on amazon.com. There was a lot of praise about the book and it had won many awards, so naturally I was curious to read it. The story is about a post-apocalyptic US which is now known as Panem comprising of 12 districts. Every year teenagers (one boy and one girl) aged 12-18 are taken from each district in a forced reality show where they have to fight each other like gladiators to the death. 24 teenagers compete in the game and there is only one winner. The story is told through the voice of Katniss Everdeen who takes her sister's place.<br/><br/>The story is very well constructed, and the feel for the arena is very vivid, as everyone struggles to keep their wits and survive. Most chapters end with a twist and force you read the next one. Collins is really good at keep you hanging around. The book is paced very well, and its a real page-turner.<br/><br/>I read somewhere that Collins had problems writing about the deaths of the characters. This is one of the things that works against her as far as plot goes. Also, I didn't like the gruesome way the last death happens. Maybe its just me.<br/><br/>But overall, its a good read to while away your time. Read the book description, and then decide if you want to read it.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JG1N5IKB4EIY?ASIN=0439023521	Well written and gruesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've heard a lot about this book and finally broke down and read it today.  The good word of mouth was dead on.  The plot itself is great, and the pacing of the book was spot on.  It should please anyone who is a fan of dystopian fiction. Be aware that the book is a bit more in line with The Long Walk by Stephen King or Lord of the Flies than 1984 or Animal Farm - in other words, this is much more action driven than idea or dialogue driven.<br/><br/>It's a bit surprising to me (but maybe I'm dating myself at the ripe old age of 32 for saying this) that this book is recommended for grades 7 and up. While there's no overly graphic descriptions of death or killings, there are still killings.  And the people getting killed are kids as young as 12.  The reader KNOWS that the deaths are coming, just by reading the dust jacket, and the author does an excellent job of making the suspense leading up to the deaths more gut renching that the actual description of the deaths themselves.  It's this suspense that, to me, makes the book pretty gruesome.  And probably a bit too much for kids still in the 7th grade.<br/><br/>It would be great if the author expands more on the actual politics behind this future society in the next two books, but The Hunger Games as it stands is still an excellent read.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BUNCMWMC3PKI?ASIN=0439023521	Is there really anything I can say that 5000 other reviewers haven't	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you've just crawled out from under a rock, haven't seen movie trailer for the past 8 months, and decided randomly to read this review on Hunger Games (the next big young-adult novel series) let me fill you in on what is going on.<br/><br/>Katniss (yeah about the only floor in this novel is the prog's name. Katniss? Seriously? reminded me of <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Freakonomics-A-Rogue-Economist-Explores-the-Hidden-Side-of-Everything-P-S/dp/0060731338"">Freakonomics: A Rogue Economist Explores the Hidden Side of Everything (P.S.)</a> and the study that revealed the more 'street' a name was the worse the outcomes were for the child.)<br/><br/>SORRY the plot: Katniss is selected to be part of this novel's dystopian 'Hunger Games' a last person standing game held for the 1% entertainment.<br/><br/>For what is in many ways a straightforward plot, Collins certainly packs in enough twists to not only keep you guessing, but some surprising humour and wit often not seen in modern writing.<br/><br/>I must confess when first hearing about the Hunger Games I dismissed the books and movie as more Twilightish sappy drivel... Not only does Hunger Games side-step the mush, but actually has an interesting 'love' story that doesn't have any male reader not trying to impress his Edward loving girlfriend reaching for the barf-bucket.<br/><br/>Overall pretty damn awesome reading.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KOKLJ2EG7FG?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love the book... I cried with the characters, laughed with them, and did everything in between with them... When I was reading this book, I was gone from reality, I was in Panem...</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQBTJ6XRTA9UM?ASIN=0439023521	If you like action/adventure books	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you like action/adventure books, then you would probably love the Hunger Games!  Here's the plot:<br/><br/>In district 12 it's the day of the reaping.  Katness Everdeen and her good friend, Gale both know that this could be the last day to spend together or with their family.<br/>One boy and one girl's name gets drawn at the reaping.  Anyone from ages 12-18  could be chosen to fight to their death in an arena the capital (head of all districts) creates.  The strongest person that is the best at survival will win.  There is only one winner that goes back home.  The losers, who are dead will never be seen again.  If Katness gets drawn , will she live or die?  And who is the boy who gets chosen????  Read this amazing book and find out.<br/><br/>The two main characters are Katness and Peeta.  Peeta is a Baker's son.  He is great at camouflaging and can throw a 200 lb. sack of flour over his head.  Katness is skilled with a bow and is great at hunting.  She is quiet and light-footed.<br/><br/>The moral of the story is friendship.  During the reaping Katness 12 year old sister, Prim, gets chosen and Katness takes her place.  She saved her sister's life, but her own is now in the Capital's hand.<br/><br/>I definitely recommend this book.  It is on my top favorite list.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1T2F02HX3TAD8?ASIN=0439023521	Dystopian Brutality	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you hate Dystopian books, skip this one.<br/><br/>Brutal. Cruel, cruel world envisioned in The Hunger Games. Children killing children for entertainment. In a way, Collins mirrors our world today in a subtle, underhanded way - don't killers vie for attention by murder sprees such as Columbine? Va Tech? Doesn't the media offer ""reality"" shows peopled with back-stabbing, greedy and ""I will win short of murder"" contestants disguised as entertainment (if you call it that)?<br/><br/>Sure, there are plenty of feel-good offerings out there to choose - and that includes books. But like George Orwell's 1984 and Upton Sinclair's The Jungle, or even William Golding's Lord of the Flies - if you must have a YA read to compare - Collins' trilogy will no doubt showcase just how awful humanity can descend.<br/><br/>I prefer a happier ending - I read for entertainment and that ""justice wins in the end."" But I can't fault Collins for her tight, tight prose and jaw-dropping scenes, her in-depth characters and the small victories her heroine gains. I will read the next two books, although I have to get over the ""unfairness"" of this first one - because it promises worse for Katniss. Beware. Be very aware.<br/><br/>I can always hope my future grandchildren will never see such a world.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16W93IJKJ59V7?ASIN=0439023521	Empty Fun	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is an in-the-moment book that can be enjoyed as a page-turning thriller, but that can be easily discarded and forgotten after that. Seeing the overwhelming consumer reviews of this novel, I went in thinking that it would be something on the level of Ender's Game or The Giver or The City of Ember. While the book moves well, and the plot is constructed to keep you rolling along, The Hunger Games lacks the originality and genuine spirit of those other books. It's a book that seems to want to say something about the perils of reality TV or about a society that preys on children, but it never does so, and then it hooks the reader in the same way that cheap television does--by creating average characters with stereotypical traits and then making the reader more interested in what's next for the characters instead of keying in on the point or the themes of the story being told. And the reader's relationship to the characters does a lot to hide the fact that there isn't much point here. But that's why people like reality TV. It's fun to make fake friends and then watch them do things that we can't do. And this is a fun book that's even interesting at times, but mostly it's an empty diversion without heart--like a scripted season of Survivor.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HH6JDBZ0ZBIL?ASIN=0439023521	Very Good Story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Unless, you get the Hunger Games trilogy from the start, it will really be necessary to read the subsequent books to get a full grasp of the entire story.  While the main thrust of the all three books surround the Hunger Games, there is much more to the story than just the Hunger Games itself.<br/><br/>Suzanne Collins takes you on a rollercoster ride of suspense, thriller, and emotions.  All I can say is, the Hunger Games trilogy turned me into a speed reader, because I wanted to find out more about the characters and their fate.<br/><br/>The books are rated for children to young adults.  I believe it is good reading for most age ranges.  Most of the people I spoke with regarding the Hunger Games were over 40.<br/><br/>One other thought!  A few people that I spoke with regarding Catching Fire and the Mockingjay felt these stories weren't as good the Hunger Games.  I truly disagree.  I felt that each book was as good as the first.  But remember, each story is slightly different, and they are building blocks for the entire trilogy.<br/><br/>I would and have already recommend all three books.  If you haven't read the Hunger games yet, then get the trilogy.  It is truly worth it.  Don't treat each book as individual stories.  It really is one book cut into three parts.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWUQEX4ORCK47?ASIN=0439023521	LN- The Hunger Games is a brilliantly written book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Student Review:<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is a brilliantly written book in which Collins captures your attention from the very start. The main characters Katniss and Peeta are very believable and often have you relating them to people you know, Katniss the strong but hurting character, and Peeta the sweet and caring character. The Hunger Games has very few dull moments. It keeps you glued to the story for hours. Several times I found myself still reading that ""1 more chapter"" several hours, and chapters later. At several points in this book I found myself thinking of other books or real life sittuations with similar scenarios one example of this is on page 344. When Katniss suggest a double suicide the book also referrs to Katniss and Peeta as ""star crossed lovers"" multiple times. This seems to be a reference to Romeo and Juliet, but with a different end result. Another example of these links is the 13 districts. The 13 districts with one unreachable oppressive leader should make many think back to history class. With the 13 colonies and their oppressive leader, England. Whether these were intentional or not the link is still present. In all I would say this is a very well written and paced book great for passing time, or enjoying a great story. I would recommend this to everyone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GH91RJL45ONC?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Totally enjoyed the book!! I really should have read it before the movie came out, but I can't wait for the last movie to come out to find out what happens, I have to know A.S.A.P!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1D9NZC2PCOUUK?ASIN=0439023521	Very visual because of so much detail.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Easy to read, very detailed so you can visualize it all, lots of violence.  Not sure it would be good for anyone below 12 - but I am an adult and I thought it was thought provoking.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RA5NG5E1TGF4Q?ASIN=0439023521	Interesting book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Man Katniss ticks me off she is s up so wrapped in her self and when she yanks out Peeta' s heart and dances on it she wonders why he is cool to her,<br/><br/>She needs to grow up</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24XV4H2X7LZOS?ASIN=0439023521	The whole famil is addicted!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Just bought this for my 10yr who saw the movie when it came out last...this book finally cracked the code for her to jumpstart her enthusiasm for moving up to age appropriate books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32FGEX83SONU0?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Not just for children or young adults, this book has a concept and storyline that facinates even the adult mind!<br/>Once you start this book, you have to finish the whole trilogy!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RTWFZM6QDXK3?ASIN=0439023521	Great story, mediocre writing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games, for the most part, lives up to its hype.  The story is very interesting and emotionally involving.  This is definitely a book that sucks you in; I read it in a little over a day because I simply couldn't put it down.  Though the reader has an idea of where the plot will go (much of it is inevitable), there was still an element of unpredictability that kept me guessing and feeling the suspense.<br/><br/>However, the book has weaknesses, mostly because of the actual writing.  Collins came up with a great story but is not a very good writer.  The first person present tense style can get very annoying; it's a tricky style that takes a lot of skill to pull off, and Collins does not really have that skill.  The way Collins develops thoughts and emotions, as well as her pacing, is clumsy at times.  The main character can get annoying, though many of the other characters are more likable and inspire emotional responses from the reader.  I did not dislike Katniss at all, and rooted for her the whole way through, but she could be a bit exasperating.<br/><br/>Luckily, these flaws are outweighed by the book's strengths.  The Hunger Games is no literary masterpiece, but I thoroughly enjoyed reading it and am excited to see where the story goes in the rest of the trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R221VF5MCDROZK?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games by Suzzane Collins	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wasn't sure when I picked the book up that I would like it, but I was WRONG. I love it. I was hooked by the second chapter. Suzanne Collins created a futuristic world that is hard and gritty, but not without heart. A lot of heart. The heart lies with the characters. Katniss's devotion to Prim and Peeta's devotion to Katniss is so touching and heartwarming. The other characters Suzanne Collins created were very memorable too, Rue especially. A few times tears came to my eyes. The Hunger Games is like survivor to the extreme. It made me angry that people were forced to watch and bets were placed on the tributes. The Capitol treated the twelve districts like they were not even people. I could not help but make comparison between the world we live in today and the futuristic world of Panem. It kept me up thinking about it. Is the US the Capitol? I know there are many ""districts"" all over the world that don't have a voice. Some parts of this book was not easy to read but ultimately it's a compelling story of love, survival, and friendship. I loved it from beginning to end. I have been recommending this book to everyone. My husband even asked if I was going to buy it so he could read it (that's a big deal).<br/><br/>If you would like to read my other reviews go to: [...]</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYZRJIAT2BXEY?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The story moved forward even during the flashbacks the author never once pulled me out of the daydreaming I was doing while I read. Katmiss is easily my favorite character closely followed by Peeta. I cried during the event with Rue she was incredible for someone so young. Finally, no comments until I read the last book, I HATE the Capital and hope Katmiss destroys it.<br/><br/>Also, everything Katmiss has learned, experienced and endured throughout her life and the person she is inside enabled her to survive.<br/><br/>I would recommend this to anyone who does not have an unrealistic mistrust for the government and anyone who enjoys a well written story where some is always happening and the story is constantly moving and growing even at the end. Going to start the next one as soon as my son finishes it.  The book would sync across all devices and that would become frustrating after a while for both of us.<br/><br/>I chose this book for the premise, how it kept growing becoming deeper and enriching the story each bit of knowledge I got about the characters and events made me root for the characters, even the jerks I began liking, except for the Capitol, I do want to see the Capitol destroyed.<br/><br/>I am looking forward to reading the rest of the books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34TC5ENRLBEML?ASIN=0439023521	I just finished it for the second time, and ...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I just finished it for the second time, and even after reading the book before and seeing the movie, I could not put it down. Reading the next one now and can't put it down either.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25UM0EFC0P4P7?ASIN=0439023521	Couldnt put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't put it down. Not a story I would normally choose but after all the publicity I had to read it. So glad I did. I snatched up the sequel as soon as I read the last sentence!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28QB0UOZ76FXH?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Started reading this book about a year ago and just couldn't get into it. Picked it up and started reading it again and it just pulled me in! Already halfway through Catching Fire!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1L2BXYIP7T9A4?ASIN=0439023521	Wow	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great story.  Could not put this book down.  My stomach was in knots...feeling Catniss' pains...and for me, this was my favorite.  I could not resist any of the book in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJ5REWXDS4RFZ?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a great read.  I read it after seeing the movie.  The book goes farther into the story as the movies seldom do. It filled in a lot of blanks.  I would recommend this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GOBQ118JHO9O?ASIN=0439023521	captivating!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's nice to see a strong, beautiful girl become such a great role model.  Her loyalty to friends is awesome.  Her true feelings are honest and caring.  I really enjoyed this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XTLRUHNPBRS8?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger for more!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put it down from the beginning. I absolutely loved it. I am now trying to find something to compare to it to read. Suzanne Collins way to go. I recommend it to everyone.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CYN2SO03P8ZS?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Book #61 Read in 2012<br/>The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins<br/><br/>This book is the first in a series.  I gave up on it the first time I tried to read.  Friends loved it.  Students loved it.  I figured I would try it again--and this time I ended up loving it.<br/><br/>Katniss lives in District 12, a relatively poor district, with her mother and younger sister.  When contestants are selected for this year's Hunger Games, a contest where children fight to the death, Prim, the younger sister, is selected to be in the Games.  Katniss refuses to allow this to happen and she volunteers to take her sister's place.  Also selected is Peeta, the son of the local baker.  The two form an alliance and Peeta seems to have romantic feelings towards Katniss.<br/><br/>The Games themselves are brutal and horrible.  During the Games, the rules are changed so that two winners from the same district will be allowed.  This means that Katniss can band together with Peeta, who is gravely injured.  But will this rule change really give them a way to survive and win together?<br/><br/>This book had a lot of action, great characters and a decent romance.  Katniss is a tough cookie.  Peeta is a hero whom readers will end up rooting for--to win the Games and get the girl.  I will continue on to book 2.<br/><br/>[...]</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29X6CK6590I4V?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games Book Review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Savanna Fleeman<br/>Mr. Ruple<br/>Literacy 8R<br/>11, May 2012<br/><br/>In the book The Hunger Games, the  main characters are Katniss Everdeen, Peeta Malark, Gale, Prim Rose, and the people in the actual Hunger Games. The setting is basically in the forest while those characters are playing the game, and fighting to win.<br/>Basically, the main conflict is don't die. They have to fight other people from other districts to not die. If they don't die then that person wins the hunger games. Peeta and Katniss are the two people who get picked from there District.<br/><br/>The characters are shy at first. Peeta and Katniss don't talk a lot because they don't really know each other. Peeta is in love with Katniss and she doesn't find out till later in the novel. I would say that the characters in this novel are likable because they are nice to other people and kind. But some characters aren't very nice to Katniss in the games. They all group up and try to kill her.  One theme in this novel is Building relationships and having trust in your friends.<br/><br/>I think all ages and everyone will enjoy this novel. I liked it and it is one of my favorite books. Also I think any gender will like it who likes love, action, and thriller. It is a great book to read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9YO267IRPPBV?ASIN=0439023521	Compelling	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">First of all,  don't get me wrong,  I loved this book. But there is a reason I gave it only 3 stars. While I adored Katniss' admiration I couldn't help myself from wanting to slap her sometimes as well. She is so ignorant until about 98 percent of the book about Peeta actually being in love with her. Like come on,  really? It was kind of cute at first,  but as the book went on it got a tad annoying. I kind of figured Collins does it on purpose and maybe I'll think differently after reading Catching Fire and Mockingjay. Thank god I didn't read this right when it came out and have to wait to start Catching Fire because I was more than dissapointed with the ending. Peeta's justifiably upset and Katniss wishes things were different. While some reviewers found Katniss unrelatable I found her more relatable than ever in this moment. Being so utterly confused and wishing things were different,  being in a love triangle. I just really wish it didn't end like that,  to me it was a weak ending. Also I could not get over how much this novel reminded me of Lord of the Flies. The thought came into my mind several times throughout this book. Hopefully Catching Fire and Mockingjay blow all my doubts out of the water because I truly did enjoy this fast paced,  riveting book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28MH37T7B9IPJ?ASIN=0439023521	O.O Wow!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was a great read!  I was told by quite a few people to read it, and I was hesitant at first, having heard how violent and gory it was and it's sci-fi. I'm not into sci-fi.  And yes, it is a bit violent and not so bloody, and sci-fi.  And it wasn't that bad......and I could not put it down!!!  It's the first sci-fi book I've been able to read all the way through and completely enjoy!<br/>The characters are strong, the story is strong and it's an intense and engaging page turner!<br/>I started out rooting for Katniss, but in the end more of my concern was for Peeta and I don't care for Gale at all.  I'm not sure I want Peeta and Katniss to be together.  I almost feel that Katniss doesn't deserve him.  I don't want Katniss to be with Gale.  I'm not sure I think that Katniss should be with anyone.  I guess we'll see how that all turns out.<br/>I finished it in two days and immediately went out and bought the second book 'Catching Fire'!<br/>I'm not sure I agree with the reading age of grade 7 and up....but I'm not sure.  It's definitely for a more 'mature' reader.<br/><br/>Rumor is it's becoming a movie, script penned by Ms. Collins herself!  I will definitely be seeing it when it happens!<br/>And if you're looking for a intense read, I very much recommend this book!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6RHK5PE5J5SI?ASIN=0439023521	The Lottery meets Running Man	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is supposedly a YA book, but I wouldn't feel comfortable recommending it to any student pre-high school. Having said that, this book was a FANTASTIC read!!! I flew through the book, and had trouble putting it down. The novel takes place in a post-apocalyptic future America, called ""Pantem"", with a Capital (located somewhere in present-day Colorado) and 12 surrounding districts. A 13th district was destroyed during the rebellion, and as a reminder of the Capital's superiority, each year The Hunger Games are held. In the vein of Shirley Jackson's The Lottery, a boy and girl are picked from each district and sent to an arena in the Capital. The arena is created specially each year, containing a different landscape and the 24 ""tributes"" are required to fight to the death. The book combines the suspense of The Lottery with the action of Running Man (starring Governor Ah-nold). Collins was good to hold off on too much of the teenage angst, despite dealing with a female teenage main character in the first person. But she provided an excellent meta-story, fully threshing out the rules of The Hunger Games utilizing memories of past games (which all citizens are forced to watch). Not so much a ""Make You Think About The World"" book, but just a great, quick read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/REJ75OZFB3DWW?ASIN=0439023521	awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was awesome I loved the adventure and how all the characters had different personalities I love how Katniss was so brave and how she won the Hunger Games for her sister.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3J8IN3PYFZO4E?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Watched the first two movies first, then decided to read the books to find out what happens!  Loved this book.  Explains things the movie couldn't. Can't wait to read the other 2!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17OJANBFY97JA?ASIN=0439023521	awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">a total 5 star for me. this book left me on the edge of my seat the hole time. it wad sn amazing book and i recommend it to any one who like romantic, action book. on to book two!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32M20ZAG8OD3A?ASIN=0439023521	Extremely interesting concept!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed how the author built this world; it was very easy to picture it in my mind.  All of the districts, some starving, some being trained to be warriors.  But all of them giving up their children, for the residents of the Capitol to have something to bet on and to be entertained by.  To watch your children fight for their lives, to see them massacred in horrible ways, and then how the residents of the Capitol don't even relate it to children dying; it's what they were doing at the time...""I was having my eyebrows waxed"", ""I was in the tub"".  It really brings it home how little the Capitol thinks about the districts.  The districts exist to provide for them; that is the only reason.  As for the relationship between Peeta and Katniss, it was obvious pretty early that Peeta wasn't playing; he really loved Katniss.  And by pretending to have feelings, she really did develop feelings for him, too.  Watching that relationship grow was brilliant; they were so sweet and comforting to each other.  My heart was breaking for Peeta when Katniss was kissing him on the stage.  He was really in love with her, and she is thinking how scared she is.  It was an enjoyable book; the characters and the environment were extremely interesting.  Overall a good read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KMG296Z1LCP?ASIN=0439023521	Not for (most) kids!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was a bit upset when I realized, after purchasing, that this book is classified as ""young adult."" Blast! I'm 35 years old and just paid for a kids book?! I have never returned a single online purchase, it just seems like such a hassle (although I hear it's rather painless). The description seemed compelling enough for me to select the book, so I decided to just read it. I'm so glad I did!<br/><br/>I do NOT think this should be classified as a teen read. The only reasons I can think of is the age of the lead characters and the lack of sex. This book is incredibly violent. I would not want my kid to read it. That being said, I would have *certainly* read it as a child. I read Silence of the Lambs before the theatrical release while still in junior high school.  A bit hypocritical, I know.  At least I don't have any kids to censor.<br/><br/>I don't want to delve into the plot developments; I hate spoilers. All I can say is: I devoured this book and the two sequels with fervor. I frequent mockingjay.net on a regular basis. I scour YouTube for videos on the series. I am obsessed and will be first in line for the planned movie. Based on my recommendation, I have introduced Panem to many friends. It is a series that stays in your head long after the last page is read.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FZCWGGC3N11L?ASIN=0439023521	Speechless	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Having just finished reading this novel less than an hour ago, I am still processing it. I don't quite know what to say or how to formulate how much i LOVE this book.<br/><br/>I am speechless.... I am awe-struck.... This book is pure genius. It's brilliant and beautiful and haunting and thought-provoking and completely unforgettable.<br/><br/>I can't think of a single decent criticism for this novel. I guess maybe at times it has moments that smack of over-the-top sci-fi that don't completely mesh with the tone of the rest of the story, but it simply doesn't matter. This book is a work of art and I am salivating for the sequel!!<br/><br/>I heard about this book from Stephenie Meyer's website and i think honestly think that ""The Hunger Games"" is by far more intelligent and clever and entertaining and believable than the ""Twilight"" series. It made me ache and cheer for the characters in a way that I was never able to with the Twilight books.<br/><br/>It is violent &amp; disturbing, though - I've told people it should be called ""The Killing Games"". I don't think I'd recommend it to anyone under the ago of 15. But what do i know? Kids play horribly violent video games and watch horribly violent things on TV, so this might be completely tame to the average young teen.<br/><br/>Grade: A+</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTRZFIWKPWAVU?ASIN=0439023521	Attention Grabber	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have recently read The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins and have some thoughts about the book. First, I found this book to have a great deal of action that added to the suspense of the story. I felt almost as if I were right in the story along with the characters. This story gives readers a little bit of everything; romance, action, violence, mystery and politics. This story is about a women who lives in a society where they are twelve different districts. Each District differs in its own way, but each is ruled by the same evil government. Every year the government chooses one girl and one boy from each District to compete in the “Hunger Games”, where they fight until the last person standing. The novel’s heroine, Katniss, is chosen to compete and fight for her life for her district. Katniss and the others chosen must make difficult decision to survive and face the reality of kill or be killed.  Collins did a good job with her characterization and action scenes. However, I did dislike that the story did not reveal much information about the other twelve districts. Are they all the same? Is life better? Is there a chance to change the games? Overall, I would highly recommend this book to any reader. It kept my attention and hope it would for others.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RO0MB41WJM6FW?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If the person you love most is given a death sentence, would you take their place? Sixteen year-old Katniss does in the novel, The Hunger Games (Scholastic, 2008), by Suzanne Collins. Every year, twenty-four children between the ages of twelve and eighteen are chosen to compete in The Hunger Games. There is only one winner--the rest are dead. So when Katniss' little sister Prim gets chosen, she volunteers to take her place in the Games. Fortunately for Katniss, she is used to fighting for her survival, and she soon realizes she may stand a chance. But now she must face the thought of killing or being killed--can she kill the boy who once saved her life? Can she survive all the other contestants and worse, the arena itself, which seems out to get her? This book is thrilling and almost impossible to put down. The suspense is exquisitely torturous, and is complemented by scenes of such heart-rending emotion that readers will be biting their nails one moment and sobbing the next. The ending is satisfying, leaving readers with a feeling of conclusion, but still aching for more. Thankfully, there is a sequel, so readers who can't get enough of Hunger Games can have another taste of the thrilling life or death adventure. Who will try to kill Katniss next?</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10SMEX180SQNL?ASIN=0439023521	Great series. I never though I would even be ...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great series. I never though I would even be interested in a book like this. It was recommended by a friend on facebook. Bought the first one and immediately ordered them all....</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DVWSQBHPNDJW?ASIN=0439023521	Could not stop	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not stop reading it. The chapters were long and every time I said this was the last chapter for tonite, I'd find myself into the next one. Can't wait to get the next book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RUVTI4QKT54D?ASIN=0439023521	Thrilling	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was so engrossed in the book that I missed my train. The single point narrative is hard to do effectively but the author was brilliant. I look forward to reading the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DP6QCO6ZLJ6M?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">There's a reason they turned this book into a movie: It's action packed and makes you want to come back for more. I read the whole thing in 2 days! Couldn't keep my hands off it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUZWH0IQAFQZ1?ASIN=0439023521	Hard to put down! Can't WAIT for the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The perfect book to break in on my new Kindle!  So well written and plotted that it kept me turning pages well in to the wee hours of the morning.  I'm not going to restate the plot in this review.  Others have pretty well covered that.<br/><br/> Ever wonder what wonder where our seemingly insatiable need for reality TV and acceptance of the status quo might take us?  Suzanne shows us in a post apocalyptic world.  She takes the boy-meets-girl  us-versus-them  meets survivor theme and turns it on its head keeping both adults and kids interested.  I was reluctant to read what people told me was a kid's book.  But, rest-assured, the book has very adult themes (violence, brutality not sex).  In fact, there is some kissing, but not a lot and not in the usual way you would think a boy-meets-girl story might use kisses.<br/><br/>I too was reminded of Shirley Jackson's  short story The Lottery which I read in middle school.  But, what was implied in The Lottery is spelled out for the reader in Hunger Games.  Therefore, I would say that this book would be more in tune which a 12 year old or older rather than a 10 year old.  But, then again my 10 year old niece read R. L. Stein, so what do I know?<br/><br/>I can't wait for the movie..............or the sequel!!!!!!!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VKYUCZQ4A5B8?ASIN=0439023521	Can't wait to read more!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I need to create a ""kept me up to 3am"" category! I have a few books on my shelves that have done that, kept me so enthralled that I just knew I couldn't sleep until I found out what happened. THIS IS ONE OF THOSE BOOKS.<br/><br/>A post-apocalyptic world has been divided into twelve zones of production. The 13th zone was destroyed because they would not submit to the new Capitol's rule. Katniss lives in zone 12, a coal mining district in what was once Appalachia, with her mother and younger sister. She has been the one who provided most of the food for the table since her father's death and her mother's subsequent depression.<br/><br/>The Capitol demands tribute from each district of one boy and one girl between the ages of 12 and 18. They are sent to the Capitol and then on to the Hunger Games - a constantly filmed huge arena where one teen can live in order to win fame, fortune and never be hungry again. To survive, the teens must either kill the other players or starve/freeze them out.<br/><br/>Katniss is horrified when her little sister, who is put into the name drawing for the first time when she turns 12, is selected for the Hunger Games. She volunteers to take her sister's place and then it's off to the Capitol.<br/><br/>I won't spoil it, but there's sequels!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MF2945KZCO0F?ASIN=0439023521	Gripping, unnerving, and brilliant.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I resisted reading this for quite some time, finding it hard to understand why there was such a huge fan following in a book that glorifies people killing each other in an arena. Once I gave in and started reading it, however, I understood this book's appeal. The writing is fantastic and pulls you in- it's the first book in awhile since the Harry Potter series that I felt gripped by to the point of trying to sneak some extra reading time in while my son was brushing his teeth for two minutes. :) Certainly the concept of throwing kids into an arena to kill each other is horrifying, but once I bought into the fact that a life with that kind of brutality is the all the characters in the book have really known I embraced the ""teenage version of the Running Man"" concept and routed for certain characters like everyone else. The main character is rather irritating, though, because she seems rather lacking in self reflection and quite content to use people when it's convenient. She is also the most clueless person when it comes to love and friendship and I wanted to smack her whenever she had a five minute inner monologue about Peeta's true intentions. Overall, however, it was unique, fast-paced, riveting, and unnerving. I see why the popularity ensued.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26DL7YOC5VINT?ASIN=0439023521	this book is a most read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this is the best book i have ever read it has so much detial but still not to much to make you bored. i strongly recomend this book to any kind of reader and cant wait to read the second one, i cryed and rejoyed throught the whole book, and it felt as if i was in the book,about the book, in the ruins of a place known as North America lies the nation of panem a shining capital surounded by twelve outlying districts, the capital is harsh and cruel and keeps the districts in line by forcing them to all send one boy and one girl between the ages of twelve and eighteen to participate in the annual  Hunger Games, a fight to death on live TV, sixteen year old Katness Everdeen regards it as a death sentence when she steps forward to take her sisters place in the Games. but Katness has been close to death before - and survival, for her,is second nature. whithout really meaning to, she becomes a contender. but if shes is to win, she will have to start making choices that weigh survival against humanity and life against love. this is by ffffaaaaarrrrr my fav book and all my freinds can say the same i would like to thank mrs Suzanne Collins for doing what she has done i cant wait to read more from her you are my fav author and you will always be THANK YOU</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFLE8EC6QP0D0?ASIN=0439023521	Surviving was the easy part	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I picked this book up on the suggestion of a friend and I cannot thank her enough! This book was absolutely stellar! There s suspense, drama, and a creatively designed dystopic world! The characters have depth and are very engaging as they race around an arena trying to kill each other!<br/><br/>Before getting ahead of ourselves, some back ground information is necessary. When global warming destroys the United States, the remaining land is divided up between 13 districts. When District 13 decides to fight back at the inordinate amount of control the central government is exerting, they are put down and destroyed. As a reminder of this ill-advised uprising, every year there is a nationally televised gladiator-esque game show pitting two contestants from each district against everyone else in a battle to the death.<br/><br/>Katniss, our 16 year-old volunteer, is a strong, determined heroine. If she can be called that. Her drive to return home forces her to be brutal and harsh, while she is still likable as a character. Her alter-ego Peeta, also from her district, is generous to a fault. The story follows them as they try to escape the other 22 players and learn of the evil that lurks in the government. Do they make it out? Read it and discover the truth!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8SB0PMDDIH6Q?ASIN=0439023521	Great book! I saw the movie first which was ...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book! I saw the movie first which was good, but the book even better. Well written and interesting story that was tough to put down until I finished. Definitely recommend.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CJMHYUVITUOW?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't stop reading it!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is fast paced and captivating.  On to book two!  Which I'm half way through.  I enjoy e-reading always remembers my place and I can carry 10 books in my Kindle easily.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19H9WBBTS4HDK?ASIN=0439023521	#1 book in America (to me)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is the best I've ever read. The twist and turns in this book are interesting and the book itself is thrilling. I recommend this book series over any other book series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24ONK1BUSCO1N?ASIN=0439023521	One Of My Favorites	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the third time reading this book. I just wish they were longer. I quickly read this in a few hours and always find myself wanting more even after I finish the other two.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39TMQZOZ7DHXF?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was a little leary about ordering this book, but I was in for a surprise! I love books that have a surpernatural sci-fi setting and I was worried this book might focus too much on the postapocalyptic world idea. Suzanne Collins manages to create a world of destruction without obsessing over its details. She lets the charectors and their relationships become the dominant focus.<br/><br/>She has created a heroin who is not some damsil in distress but one who can hold her own. This is both refreshing and empowering. There are no superpowers here, just a girl who can take care of herself and her family with her own two hands. She has a strong, protective relationship with her little sister, Prim, who anyone can relate too. A father who died tragically, leaving a mother who has failed to take care of her children. A best friend who might be more important than what she expected him to be, and a boy who she never saw coming. With a little complicated romance thrown in, what more could a girl ask for?<br/><br/>I finished this book in 24 hours, Katniss' story is both powerful and heartbreaking. While participating in The Hunger Games you learn how far she will go to save herself and the people she loves. Collins leaves you questioning how far you would go.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3EE14ZD6XK8JU?ASIN=0439023521	Better version of Ender's game	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My kids have to read books for school and the teachers are really good at trying to find literature the students will enjoy.  Especially books that highlight thought-provoking issues.  So I try to read along with the books that I have not read yet and add to the conversation.  Two books that came out of these exercises was Ender's Game and The Hunger Games.  Both of these books have similar reads - young teenagers having to overcome adults and each other to make stupendous accomplishments.<br/><br/>What I have to say in a compare and contrast type of statement is that The Hunger Games is so much better than Ender's Game.  Ender's Game was too repetitive.  It was the same concept every few years of his life - repeat, rinse...  The Hunger Games was a complete novel, well-thought out, engaging from the beginning, and much better written.  As most of the reviewers are saying, I can't wait to see the movie.  It was so well written that I could see the movie unfold as I read.<br/><br/>Pros:<br/>o well written<br/>o grabs you early and never lets go<br/>o has deeper meaning than the typical young adult book<br/><br/>Cons:<br/>o too short<br/><br/>Overall - I highly recommend this book.  Everyone in my family has read it and loved it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QFKW5ACP1Z0L?ASIN=0439023521	Futuristic Survival Manual	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Set in a grim dystopian world called Panem, a successor to and, it is hinted, a future incarnation of these United States if we continue down the path we are on, The Hunger Games tells the sad tale of Katniss Everdeen, a fatherless teenager who volunteers to go in her sister’s place to participate in the Hunger Games, an annual televised fight to the death consisting of young ‘tributes’ drawn at random from Panem’s districts. Suzanne Collins sets aside the sort of detailed descriptions of the fictional world which mirrors our real world commonly found in science fiction novels and concentrates most of her attention on developing the characters who are caught up in the strange rituals of Panem, especially Katniss, who has been forced to grow up at a very young age and responds by teaching herself vital survival skills, including an emotional detachment toward her surroundings and a strong loyalty toward her family. These abilities serve her well in the madness of a forest with a couple dozen teenagers attempting to kill one another. While it lacks some of the traditional pleasures of science fiction, it makes up for it with interesting ideas about politics, entertainment and celebrity and Katniss herself is a true multidimensional hero.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGXGPIB2MN0Z4?ASIN=0439023521	One word, WOW!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow, this book was amazing! I was pulled in from start to finish! I'm going to start on the next right away becuase I can't wait to know what's going to happen to Katniss Everdeen the main character in the story!<br/>the ruins of what was once North America,is now the nation of Panem a capital city which is surrounded by, and harshly rules over 12 different districts. It is in district 12 where Katniss lives with her mother and sister. Fenced in their district they are forbidden to step outside of their district into the surrounding woods, and forbidden to make contact with other districts. Here people are starving, so Katniss and her best friend do all that they can to put some food on the table for their families, even breaking the law to do it, which is very dangerous.<br/>As if all this is not bad enough there is something more to fear than starving to death. Every year the districts gather in their city squares for what is called the reaping. The reaping is when two names are drawn from each district, one boy and one girl, to fight in an arena til the death. Only one person can be victorious.<br/>I feel like I have given away enough of the story already so I will leave it at that. This is an awesome book that you don't want to miss!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTG5NMLEIVZ10?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">From the first book to the last it is well-written, doesn't fizzle out, doesn't cop out with a lame ending, makes you want to stay up until you finish it! Suzanne did it again.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GAE3WD2TREC3?ASIN=0439023521	Never been so taken by a book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love it and as English is not my mothertongue it reads easily.  Good plot. Suzanne Collins knows how to take your mind away from daily life straight into the Hungergames world.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22H9IEKHGXQ5J?ASIN=0439023521	Natalie Howell	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely loved this book. It's way different from the movie. I prefer the book. I would recommend it to all my friends who haven't read it yet. GO HUNGER GAMES!!!!!!!!!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R86HNC4UVU5NI?ASIN=0439023521	Good story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Really enjoyed the story and it kept my interest.  Very quick read.  Like these types of novels, kind of scifi stuff.  Looking forward to more novels of this type.  Great read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPSOX54OU0ELT?ASIN=0439023521	LOVED IT	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's about time there's a kick ass survived as female lead!!! It's about time the woman gets to be the hero in a love story! Makes woman all over the world wanna learn archery!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JFXB1D0LYU7S?ASIN=0439023521	beginning of a great trilogy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book will go down into cult classic history just like harry potter. both are written in simplistic anguage but capture such a great story. definitely off to a great start!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHOMF9FFX6Y83?ASIN=0439023521	A new classic!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Every once in a while, when you read the first page of a book, you get a feeling - a feeing that happens just rarely enough for it to be special. It is the desire to devour the book and savour every page, to never close it. It is the sure knowledge that you are holding a new classic in your hands and it is the comforting thought that you will be reading it over and over again for years to come. Over the course of my life, I have experienced this feeling three times: in 2005, when I read Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone, again in 2010 when I read Dan Brown's Angels and Demons, and now, when I read the first page of the Hunger Games.<br/>Suzanne Collins has created a masterpiece, a work of art perfect in every way. The Hunger Games succeeds where Twilight fails - incorporating the theme of love subtly enough that it is recognised, but doesn't define the story.<br/>The mark of a good book is that it, at times, makes you forget that you are reading it, and makes you think that you are in it, and The Hunger Games does just this. If you have not yet read The Hunger Games, I strongly urge you to. This is one of those books that won't be forgotten in a hurry.<br/>Thank you, Suzanne Collins, and may the odds be ever in your favour!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HS766FZO69I9?ASIN=0439023521	You will not regret reading this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book! I was a bit skeptical when I picked this book up to buy, I didn't know if this would be my kind of book, but as soon as I read the first page I was addicted. I had a hard time putting it down and even took it to work and a 21st birthday party to read.<br/>Its set in a different world to the one we live in now, but there is evidence that the world we live in was there worlds past.<br/>There are 12 districts each known for a different skill and all ruled by The Capital. As punishment for past rebellions each year a girl and boy are picked from each districted to compete in ""The Games"" a game where the 24 contests are put into an arena and the last one surviving is the winner.<br/>When Catness volunteer to go in to the arena instead of her little sister, she is thrown into a world full of selfish capital members, strange friendships, heart wrenching decisions and of course Love.<br/>This book had me hooked from page one, I ended up buying it as a birthday present for my friend who now hates me cause I got her hooked before the trilogy was finished and she has to wait to find out what happens.<br/>It's now my favorite book and one I can see myself reading again which in unusual for me.<br/>You would not regret buying this book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24BS92TRV3UIZ?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins is outstandingly written, and extremely hard to set down. This novel is a perfect book for any age, boy or girl, and exceeds in keeping the reader on the edge of his/her seat. Katniss Everdeen is a perfect role model and throughout the story continuously proves that spirit is greater than strength. This futuristic novel takes place after the destruction of North America, and expresses fictional cruelties asserted by the ""evil"" capitol. Katniss goes above and beyond the expectations from all the other tributes competing in the Hunger Games, and proves she should not be labeled weak due to her home in district 12. This exciting book continuously strikes the fearful question into the reader of: could our world turn out to be this cruel in the future? Although Katniss may come off as militant in the beginning of the story, she shows a kind heart towards her pal Peeta by nursing him back to health and helping him survive in the Hunger Games. Author Suzanne Collins creates an amazing ending to the story by leaving suspense and love between both Katniss and Peeta. The Hunger Games is a terrific book, and I recommend it to everyone, but read soon so you can experience the second book titled Catching Fire.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1H2JVR6CWZIUL?ASIN=0439023521	It's a pip.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">OK, who do I write a review for? Everyone has already read the Hunger Games. Wait, I forgot, I write these reviews for myself.<br/><br/>The success of this book is pretty easy to understand. It's a pip. The good lead characters are all Romantic in the old sense of being morally good and fully formed human beings. They're individualists, morally resolute (to their morals), and disciplined. They don't depend on others. They're doers not navel gazers. No hipster, metro-sexuals here. No willowy free-spirited nature girls. Americans eat that crap up. And for good reason. They're the type we aspire to and the type that make the world go around. Yet, it's easy to write those characters as two-dimensional props. In the Hunger Games, they are drawn as complete human beings with depth<br/><br/>But basically, it's a straight action read that borrows from The Most Dangerous Game genre but it's incredibly well written and paced it manages to heighten the reading experience by tossing on a patina of political meaning. This patina places the action and the personal drama in a larger world. The politics also makes the book seem like it's dealing with important ideas.<br/><br/>I don't care if it deals with big ideas or not. It's a great read.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3ET4LLEYC5WM5?ASIN=0439023521	Good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I actually read the whole series.  I loved the plot line; however, I wish that more was included.  I realize that it was present and first person view. Spoiler Alert...Skip to next paragraph. One of the things that really bothered me was the fact that it was never told exactly how Peeta helped Katniss while they were separated during the Hunger Games (Did he tell them she had a obscure talent? Did he lead them away from where he thought she'd be? Did he see her traps or even her and go a different way?).  I know Katniss did not know at the time; but she was forced to watch a review of the competition and the writer just flew right over that.<br/><br/>  I also watched the movie and my only true issue with the movie was the scene where Katniss climbed the tree.  I felt that it made her a more cowardly character to run away rather then invite her enemy to come join her.  I liked the spunk in her invite; I felt that scene was had more spunk in the book then in the movie, which was truer to the Katniss that was built in the book.<br/><br/>  Over all the series had an excellent plot line.  Very easy read. I feel like elementary children could read with ease, though I do not recommend in for such young children because of the content.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RK4T359B1DP6O?ASIN=0439023521	Like this book, looking forward to movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have actually been following the book for awhile, but when I saw the preview for the movie I figured that I should go ahead and read before the previews start popping up on television.  The book is pretty much a mix of Shirly Jackson's ""The Lottery"" and the TV Series ""Survivor"", with one of those Atwood future civilization twists.  Like the other reviews I was a little surprised at the violent nature of the book, but it would probably be unrealistic if there as no death or violence involved.  I do like the fact that the girl is 12 and is a strong character, and with a tweener myself I think that this is a character that she could probably relate to.  There is a sort ""romantic, lover triangle"" thing there, but of course she is 12 and I like how the author portrays how she feels and it is realistic for what a girl her age would do if in a situation like that.  Also if you have a Kindle, one of the pages may come up blank, I had to change the screen layout to a black background with white letters, to see one of the pages (which makes me sort of glad that I didn't get a book with a blank page).<br/>Since I now know that there is a movie, I am hoping that maybe the movie will allow us to also see ""outside"" the arena during the games.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSGTXLZRJ8V9F?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games Rules!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the excitement and suspense of it. As a writer of short stories it was a lesson for me that even `romantic`stories need action even if Katniss`s love was sort of fake.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R363OG9M0S99DV?ASIN=0439023521	Engaging.. makes you want more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have to preface this by saying I didn't read the books until after I saw the movie for the first time.  I had seen the movie trailer but didn't know it was based on this book until my friends (who had read the trilogy when they first were published) told me.<br/><br/>I was skeptical I'd actually read the books.  I tend to prefer non-fiction, business-type books.<br/><br/>The movie was amazing, and I was blown away.  Immediately, I came to Amazon, ordered the entire trilogy, and read all 3 books in a matter of days.<br/><br/>Regarding the first book in the series, The Hunger Games, I really enjoyed the way it was written in Katniss's point of view.  I loved the way she described everything so clearly and it made me wonder the same things she was wondering.  I could feel all the emotions and it was so engaging.  The story itself kept me wanting more.  I never wanted to put this book down.  I stayed up late reading, and read during odd moments of the day because I wanted to know more about what would happen next.  I also enjoyed the pacing of the story.  I didn't feel like there were lulls in the action or story.<br/><br/>GREAT book! I love it.  I devoured it in a couple of days and went straight on to the second book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1EBYEWPBUGIGP?ASIN=0439023521	breathtaking, violent, very human	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">after flipping the first couple of pages, i could not put it down. this book is so brilliantly paced, characters are described in the way you get so attached to them, i was actually very sad to finish the third book... i wish there were more to this series, the ending was surprising in a way, though through reading all three books you understand who Katniss is and why things were done the way they did. matter of fact, i will definately go back and read the whole thing over again. all the characters are very different, yet so attractive in many different ways. this is definately not a seris for very young ones because it does show brutal nature of human, it does exhausts you emotionally from time to time, this is not a happy book. if you are looking for a happy, bubbly book, this is not it. however, i would recommend it to everyone. the story is so striking, this is my second series of books that i could be so into in the last 15 years, i never really picked up books up until now, and this series opened up a whole new world of books for me, now i'm stuggling to find something that's this good. lol i hope they will do a good job making a movie of this series, which will be very hard since the books are just so amazingly good!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NXZH4NJ5ENFL?ASIN=0439023521	This is not light reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have read all three books of the Hunger Games trilogy. They are very fast paced and I read them over the weekend. I couldn't stop. Suzanne Collins writes in a way that keeps things moving, makes you want to know the end and keeps you rooting for Katniss and her loved ones. However, I also agree with what another reviewer said: ""I feel the sentence structure wasn't very challenging and the words didn't vary enough"". While the story is interesting It feels like quite average writing.<br/><br/>I haven't watched the movies - and we all know how a movie can be quite different from the book - so this review is based on reading the books alone. The more I read the more surprised I was with the teenage appeal of this series. Not because it is badly written, it is not. But mainly because it has strong political and social criticism and the heroine clearly suffers from serious PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder). Collins is no defender of violence or war. She describes in detail the havoc it causes in the life of someone who lives on the brink of being killed and threatened for so long. I did not consider it light reading. It was written almost as a war memoir.<br/><br/>That being said it's a good and simple read, and I would recommed it to anyone. Especially if you have a loved one who is coming back from fighting overseas or is considering joining the armed forces. It shows the much less glamorous side of war and violence. And it's no joke.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROR1JL12JR66?ASIN=0439023521	First Time Reading the Book After Seeing the Movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I actually saw this movie first then read the book.  While that took away some of the suspense, I don't think it caused me to enjoy the book any less.  In fact, I'd say that I enjoyed the book even more because there was time to develop relationships, certain occurrences and the Games overall.<br/><br/>The book made sad times sadder, desperate moments more desperate, and everything uglier.  The book was definitely rated R--not with the language, but it was so with the violence.<br/><br/>I was surprised I liked it as much as I did being that the book is a first person narrative from a teenage girl.  But, she was not your average teenage girl, she had to grow up fast.  She lost her father at a young age, she sacrificed herself every year by adding her name to the draw for grain and oil, she hunted and other things just to stave off starvation.  Yes, she was thrust into a not-so-cliche love triangle and it had a considerable role in the story, but given her situation you could understand her intimacy with Peeta.<br/><br/>This book was good, and even though it is part of a trilogy it can stand on its own.  Suzanne Collins didn't write this book in a way where it left you on a cliff hanger for book 2, which I appreciate.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IE5DV06HLO8D?ASIN=0439023521	Page Turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not put this series down. I think I read all 3 in under 10 days. Katniss is the heroine you've always dreamed of being. You grow to love, and pity Peta, and their unfortunate circumstances, yet yearn for Katniss to be with Gale. It's a wonderful adventure, with love and murder, but not too heavy on either one.<br/>I've heard so many complaints about how awful the idea of kids fighting to the death is, but people, it's a story. Lord of the Flies was just as violent, and probably more disturbing. Suzanne Collins wrote an emotional, adventurous story, about a post apocalyptic society, where the Capital requires the sacrifice of a boy and girl from each of a the 12 districts. The sacrifices, called 'The Hunger Games' serve as a reminder to how powerful the government is, how it can take care of you, and destroy you, so don't try to rebel. The sacrifice keeps the reminder of war and suffering fresh in the people's minds. The 12 districts (1 being the richest, 12 the poorest) dive into the inequalities of wealth and society, unbalanced share of work, suffering and wealth.<br/>This series is a moderate parallel to modern day society, without being hokey.<br/><br/>If you want a page turner, this is the series for you.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DYZC1HDWEWPG?ASIN=0439023521	You will find yourself disappointed when you have finished all three books	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The complete trilogy is a must read. You will find yourself disappointed when you have finished all three books, because you want more! Book 3 has lots of unexpected suprises</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ANEXAMHDIIGB?ASIN=0439023521	Great!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I chose this rating because I really liked it. I liked the characters in the book. The rating was 4 instead of 5 because the subject was a bad way of handling their problems.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3F3Q4IBGNG2TW?ASIN=0439023521	Great story!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What a page turner.  I could not put it down!  What a wonderful book for young adults.  I plan to read the rest of the series.  I did not expect the book to be so compelling.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Q9L2UVLUVPOX?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is very well written. Suzanne Collins is an amazing author. Can't wait to read the 2nd book. I'm glad my niece told me about the best book I've read in a long time.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14P2BIU0FX6Q2?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Unfortunately, I saw the movie before I read the book.  The book allows you to invest more in the characters emotions than the movie did.  I can't wait to read the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CNM6ECKUP7Z4?ASIN=0439023521	Very exciting!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As an 11 year old boy I thought that this book was a very exciting book full of action, suspence and surprises. Very good!! Would reccomend this book for 13 year olds-adults.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BB83SAEC3I2W?ASIN=0439023521	Captivating, Imaginative, and Astounding	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was one of those people who saw the movie first and then decided to read the book. I had always heard good things about the book, but never had the time to get around it. Knowing first hand that books are way better than movies, i dove into reading soon after seeing the theatrical version of The Hunger Games. This book is truly amazing, and I am actually suprised at how similar the movie version followed the book version. It was hard reading the book at first, knowing what happened in the movies. And I almost cursed myself for seeing the movie first, thinking I ruined the story for myself. But the more I read, the more I realized the book gave me so much more vital, character informatin than the movie ever could. You get deep inside of Katnis's head and really experience all her emotions and what she is going through. The book is so powerful and captivating. I finished it in less than a day. The book gives you detailed information about the capital, characters, traditions, and the games. I also loved how the book got to be a bit gory. .. Something that the movie clearly left out.  Suzanne Collins creates a unique storyline that you easily get emereged and engulfed in. Truly genious, and an absolute must read. Bravo.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FV168C1Y8RVA?ASIN=0439023521	Glad I gave it a shot!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Another book that my co-workers said that I would LOVE... well, this time I agree with them.  I borrowed The Hunger Games Trilogy from another Kindle user and read all 3 in 2 days.  Once I started I couldn't put them down!  I'm not usually into this genre, I usually go with Paranormal or Mystery, but I'm really glad that I read them.  I certainly wanted to read them before seeing the movie, I made the mistake of watching Twilight before I realized it was a book, and then the characters of Bella, and Edward etc. are already formed in my head.  THG was well written, the characters for the most part were likeable, although there were times when I wanted to shake Katniss and tell her to quit being so hard headed.  I watched the first movie after I had read all 3 of the books, and I really wish that movies would stay more true to the books.  The movie I didn't feel was as great as the book... not bad, but not as good.  Obviously, you knew that Katniss would win THG but it was hard to not get attached to some of the other tributes.  I had a few questions that were never answered but I guess my own 'imagination' can fill in the blanks there.  The idea of something like this actually happening though is quite disturbing....</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1D9IXH8RG2E4L?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games book 1	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Bought for mother in law but I have read the whole series.  Excellent read and good price on the paperback.  I would suggest any of these books in the series as a good read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6CCM12ASJ2LW?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best Book Ever! I have read it twice now and I still felt the same emotions for when I read it the first time.<br/>If you having read it yet find a book and read read read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PDO98L4H3LBU?ASIN=0439023521	I am ashamed with myself for not reviewing htis book earlier	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is THEBESTBOOKEVER!!!!!! The book the critics( like me ) have been raving about. THIS STUFF WENT VIRAL!!!!!!!!! I own the movie and the book. The whole world is talking about this book about a futuristic country that is in the area that North America used to be. They rebelled, but the Capitol won. In payback, they pick one boy and one girl from the age of 12-18 from each of the 12 districts, in which each one makes, farms, or mines a general substance to sustain the country of Panem. These kids train, then fight to the death in an arena, which is filled with surprises and each year has some different habitat. Some take it as survival, and others group up or stay alone and mean to kill.Only one tribute can win. There is a big metal cornucopia with backpacks, survival packs, and weapons. At the beginning, it's called the bloodbath. The main characters lives in the outskirt district 12. She knows how to hunt and supported her mom and sister since her father died 5 years ago in a mine explosion since district  12  is the coal district. She volunteers for her 12 year old sister when she  gets picked. The other tribute is the baker's son. Will they become star-crossed lovers and both win? Find out in this book.-SD</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4LGH4CRETN54?ASIN=0439023521	A thrill ride from page 1	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">In the post-apocolyptic country of Panem, 12 districts and the Capitol are what remains of North America. Each district is responsible to supply goods to the Capitol. Because of an uprising of the Districts against the Capitol 74 yrs previously, each district much select 2 ""tributes"", a boy and a girl, ages 12-18 to participate in The Hunger Games at the Capitol, where all 24 tributes will fight to death as both a reminder to never challenge the Capitol again and as for entertainment. Only 1 of the 24 tributes will win, the last to survive.<br/><br/>In District 12, Primrose Everdeen was selected, at random to be a tribute. Because Prim is only 12, her sister, Katniss, volunteers to take her place. Katniss and her male counterpart tribute, Peeta, are swept away to the Capitol to participate in the pageantry, ceremony, and ultimately, the fight of The Hunger Games.<br/><br/>Although a Young Adult novel, I could not put this book down. It pained me to actually stop reading to sleep and I quickly finished the novel within 24 hrs. Entertaining from page 1, The Hunger Games took me on an emotional rollercoaster spanning from thrilled to devastated to hopeful. I can't wait to dive into the second book in the series!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/REPAYNUQ0XJ5Y?ASIN=0439023521	Really excellent book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I kept seeing this book at the top of Amazon's top 100 paid Kindle books and so I started to think maybe it was worth it. I read the synopsis and was certainly intrigued. I wasn't sure if this book was for me, being a 32 year old male and all. The story revolves around a 16 year old girl named Katniss who volunteers to take the place of her sister in an annual death match called the Hunger Games. The story has just what any action movie goer would want. Thankfully, Suzanne Collins knows how to write well. Her writing style is very descriptive, but not over the top, with the exception of the descriptions of the foods. I recognize it's a literary device to show the difference between what the oppressed districts eat contrasted against the lavish lifestyles of the Capitol citizens, but I found myself skipping the paragraphs when she started describing the food. I won't spoil the plots, but I will say that the book left me craving more. I immediately bought the second book after finishing the first and I've just bought the third since I'm almost through with the second. There appears to be a movie coming out soon, but do yourself a favor and enjoy this book. The thoughts of Katniss just won't translate onto screen.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VDW00MU1EOOB?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">In a time when an obsession with reality television runs far and wide, Suzanne Collins has created a masterpiece where entertainment trumps humanity. In a post-United States era, the capitol of Panem must come up with the perfect punishment for the thirteen districts it controls after a revolution breaks out in number 13. The solution is an annual Hunger Games in which two teen tributes from each district are placed in an arena--complete with live coverage--and must fight to the death. Katniss is honorable when she chooses to attend as a representative for district 12 instead of her younger sister, whose name was drawn. Katniss is skilled and has a decent chance of surviving the games, having hunted the woods illegally outside her district for years. But does she want to? At what expense? Suzanne Collins has written a book that literally had me craving the next installment. Each and every word, every scene was stuffed with action, humor, and characters we become attached to. Like the movie Arlington Road, the possibility of this book happening in the future of our country is enough to keep me thinking about it long after I've turned the last page. Highly, highly recommended.<br/>--Reviewed by Kerry O'Malley Cerra</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2L1ETOBNEVKZZ?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games is easily digested and leaves you thirsty for more...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've been hearing about how I need to read the Hunger Games trilogy from friends for several years now. I thought since the series is geared towards teen readers that I wouldn't find the books interesting or relatable. I was wrong! The Hunger Games is a fascinating book that includes suspense, action and romance. The main character, Katniss, is a normal teenager who hunts to keep her family properly nourished. Once a year all the children from the ages of 12-18 from her society of Panem are rounded up for 'the Reaping' and 24 children's names are picked from a lottery to enter the Hunger Games, a test of survival which leaves only one victor. The non-victorious participants have to be killed off as a reminder to all that the Capitol (Panem's government) has control over all citizens. The games take several weeks and are watched by the entire population of Panem much like a reality tv show. After the reaping occurs is where Katniss's story truly unfolds and it's riveting until the last page. I've already started reading the second book in the series because I became so invested with the characters and I also look forward to seeing how the tale is  brought to life when the movie comes out in theaters this month.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VXYFUYH6MP8V?ASIN=0439023521	A Warning: If you've seen  the movies first	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had the unfortunate disposition of seeing The Hunger Games films first. Usually that's not a problem since most books-to-film surpass the quality of their movie versions however the Hunger Games films fill in a lot of the voids that the books leave with the reader. Ultimately, for the first time ever I actually think the films surpass the books in some of the most important areas.<br/><br/>-The book is narrated by Katniss the main character who is not the most artistically articulate person in the world. She's a sullen, poverty-stricken, post-apocalyptic survivor so the technique in the writing is overly-simplistic and doesn't do justice to the plot. The environments she describes in the book are lacking at best. The movies really give you that complete picture of the Capitol and the games aesthetically.<br/><br/>-Some of the characters fall flat in the book and are revitalized by the movie, particulary Haymitch. He's very hollow in the book. Woody Harrelson finally breathes life into the character. The same with Snow and Caeser.<br/><br/>-The fights are not written well. The movie nails the fast pace that's intended.<br/><br/>Altogether I'd read these books but not if you're going to see the movie</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4A5AOYPPHA2D?ASIN=0439023521	Pleasantly Suprised	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I actually would give this book a 4.5 rating. I have to admit, I was a little put off by this book at first. Even though it isn't THAT gory, a lot of people are brutally killed. This book takes place in the future,there are 12 districts that are controlled by the Capitol. Each district specializes in something; fishing, mining, clothing, etc. Also, each district struggles, is poor, and is completely powerless to the Capitol.<br/><br/>Every year, the Capitol holds ""The Hunger Games"" where a boy and girl from each district is chosen at random to fight to the death in an arena. It is very gladiator-esque, but very different and unique as well. Katniss Everdeen is our protagonist of the story. She is a very real character; strong at times, weak at others. I was hoping that all of the kids would fight back and not kill each other... but that wasn't the case. Besides that, I still couldn't put the book down. I don't really like to read gruesome or futuristic type books, but I've got to say this one won me over. After seeing the movie, which was probably the best book adaption I've seen today, I jumped into the second one which was EVEN BETTER. This is one of those series to lose yourself in. Dive in book lovers!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVKIDRFGWSS9D?ASIN=0439023521	Good Story But.....	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed reading the book but I don't think it's as exceptional as most people seem to think it is.  I'm sorry but I don't I don't understand what all the hoopla is about.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R163LBFCUPMV83?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely love the hunger games series. They just get better every time I read them. I wish Suzane Collins didnt end the seiries... i wish they could be with me forever.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OX8WLD1IHAKX?ASIN=0439023521	Surprised	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was surprised at how easily this book caught my attention. I don't like action oriented books usually but these characters are so like enjoyable. Definitely recommend it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KT7Y5VXK7FLH?ASIN=0439023521	I enjoyed it more than I had expected	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I tried to avoid reading this book because of the dark content. I avoid anything too serious and too depressing because day in and day out my job requires me to work with people with horrific and sad lives. Why would I want my leisurely time spent on entertainment that reminds me of my stressful job? But upon the insistence of my friends I relented. I'm glad I did. I could not put the book down. The characters are very well drawn out; the plot is fascinating.<br/><br/>What bothers me, however, is how much the author underestimates adults. In reality, adults in the districts would not allow 74 games to go on without a rebellion. I would guess they may let one game pass--see the horror of it--and sacrifice themselves to never let that happen again. We are very protective of our children. When we have righteous anger, we would sacrifice ourselves for the innocent. While I find these obedient Hunger Games parents and adults perplexing, I remind myself that this is a science fiction novel and that most likely these games would never happen in real life. I would bet a future like ""Logan's Run"" would happen before we torture children for entertainment. Western civilization seems to value the youth more than older adults.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RAGHVW9EU2W90?ASIN=0439023521	If that's your thing then you're going to love this. Here's the plot	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger Games is an action/adventure book.  If that's your thing then you're going to love this. Here's the plot:<br/><br/>The story takes you to District 12.  In district 12 it's the day of the reaping. Katness Everdeen and her good friend, Gale both know that this could be the last day they ever see each other or their families.<br/>One boy and one girl's name gets drawn at the reaping. Anyone between the ages of 12-18 could be chosen to participate in a fight to their death in an arena the capital creates. There is only one winner. If Katness gets drawn , will she live or die? Which boy from the district will be chosen???? Read this edge of your seat thriller and hold on!<br/><br/>The two main characters are Katness and Peeta. Peeta is a Baker's son. He is great at camouflaging and can throw a 200 lb. sack of flour over his head. Katness is skilled with a bow and is great at hunting. She is quiet and light-footed.<br/><br/>The moral of the story is friendship. During the reaping Katness 12 year old sister, Prim, gets chosen and Katness takes her place. She saved her sister's life, but her own is now in the Capital's hand.<br/><br/>I definitely recommend this book. It is on my top favorite list.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31Q9M7FR4BLAV?ASIN=0439023521	Bleak and brutal, but so well done.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is my first introduction to Suzanne Collins' writing and I must say I've never read anything quite like it. There is an immediacy to her writing that pulls you in, so that you can easily relate to the characters in their struggle for survival. The story itself takes place in a post-apocalyptic world where a surviving nation consists of a capital that oppresses its outlying districts due to a former rebellion. Not only are the districts denied the privileges of the capital, they are subjected to a cruel form of punishment in which each district is required to hand over two of their children-one boy, one girl-each year, to participate in a nationally televised fight-to-the-death/survival-of-the-fittest contest called the Hunger Games.<br/><br/>The book centers on a heroine named Katniss, and how she manages not only to survive the games, but outwit its gamemasters. The action is fast-paced, a real page-turner, and there is plenty of suspense as well.  Not predictable at all.<br/><br/>As an aside, one of the other things I liked about the book was how it caused me to consider what it might be like to live in this fictional (thank goodness!) society. It's definitely one of those stories that stays with you...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QU8Y8HGPL52D?ASIN=0439023521	A pie missing a piece or two	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I won't repeat the plot line, and simply say I wanted to read it since I always read the book before I go to the movie, because I think it adds context.<br/><br/>This is a well written book that should be a great read for anyone old enough to understand it.  Few authors can pull off the age independent writing to this level, and its well worth the time, money, and effort to read it.<br/><br/>Why I didn't give it a five is simple.  There are holes in the plot.  How did Rue get caught?  How Katniss deals with the death is critical to the story, but I found the lack of explanation of the death itself cheap.  It should have taken a lot to get to her.  The same with Thresh, who should have been difficult to kill.  The sudden appearance of the genetically altered animals at the end who are based on other characters, and giving Cato a vest to protect him when Katniss shoots everything in the eyes are other examples.  I also am a big fan of the us versus big brother theme, but it wasn't played out very well here, though maybe it is in later books.<br/><br/>I enjoyed the book, and you will too, but I found myself inventing side stories to finish the loose ends that I think are unlikely to get tied up later.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GOCKM4OGJTNN?ASIN=0439023521	Reminiscent of others but original none the less...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I definitely felt this was going to be an unoriginal idea... at first... but then I read on.  The book is very well written and the characters are worthy of the time we invest in them as the reader.  But I couldn't help but think that this book seemed to fall into an overly re-used idea... something fun like a game (of challenge / chance / etc) is misdirected to us as innocence lost.  This idea of the  Twilight Zone twist that people now come to over-expect was once a great treasure in Science Fiction - ""The Future that Could Be"" and these types are always distopian in nature.  Similar to Stephen King's The Running Man or Takami's Battle Royale or even slightly toward Shirley Jackson's The Lottery  - the author lets us feel comfortable in a subject we have been immersed in culturally for thousands of years and then twists into a horrible feeling of disgust.  The capturing of the characters familiarity to this otherwise alien idea only fuels the readers fascination.  If you read this and find the story intriguing, then other books of this genre should not be overlooked - especially books from first half of the 20th Century (which often come closer to predicting the future then we would've ever imagined).</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPDNKXI77K7C5?ASIN=0439023521	Not for kids!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was a bit upset when I realized, after downloading to my Kindle, that this book is classified as ""young adult."" Blast!  I'm 35 years old and just paid for a kids book?!  I have never returned a single online purchase, it just seems like such a hassle (although I hear it's rather painless).  The description seemed compelling enough for me to select the book, so I decided to just read it.  I'm so glad I did!<br/><br/>I do NOT think this should be classified as a teen read.  The only reasons I can think of is the age of the lead characters and the lack of sex.  This book is incredibly violent.  I would not want my kid to read it.  That being said, I would have certainly read it as a child.  I read Silence of the Lambs before the theatrical release while in junior high school.<br/><br/>I don't want to delve into the plot developments; I hate spoilers.  All I can say is:  I devoured this book and the two sequels with fervor.  I frequent mockingjay.net on a regular basis.  I scour YouTube for videos on the series.  I am obsessed and will be first in line for the planned movie.  Based on my recommendation, I have introduced Panem to many friends.  It is a series that stays in your head long after the last page is read.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2E68LTTHCPE1Y?ASIN=0439023521	I could not put this book down.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Reading THE HUNGER GAMES was like breathing in fresh air--finally, a well-written young adult book with fresh ideas, an exhilarating storyline, and heart-thumping adventures. This book was a nice relief from character-centered books that have pervaded Young Adult fiction and focuses more on the storyline and plot. The setting of the novel resembles a lot of other post-apocalyptic books: a dystopian society arises from the ashes after a major war between the authoritative Capitol and the 13 Districts it rules. The Capitol won the war and destroyed District 13, and as punishment and reminder of the power of the Capitol, every year they force each district to hold a lottery to choose one boy and one girl who will go to the Capitol and take part in the Hunger Games: a winner-take all gladiator battle to the death.<br/><br/>The protagonist of the book is Katniss, a bold and self-reliant 16 year-old who illegally hunts in the woods to save her family from starvation. As the Hunger Games begin, Katniss takes the reader along with her on a journey through the political manipulation of the Capitol and their cruelty in the Hunger Games. I can't stress how fantastic this book is. Recommended for ages 13 and up.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3C5U1380TR6W?ASIN=0439023521	GREAT BOOK FAVE	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read The Hunger Games in literally 3 days!!  After this review I will start Catching Fire,can't wait!!!<br/>I recommend it to any 12+ person who likes any kind of book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WOB1LTAC4TX8?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book!<br/>It was probably the best story I have ever read.<br/>I thought that I would not like it, and that it would be to<br/>violent, but it was amazing.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLHFI5TD496DH?ASIN=0439023521	What???	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love the book, I am actually disappointed with how much is not in the movie. But still I loved the book a whole lot more then the movie. Can't wait to read the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BMI18I3XN5ER?ASIN=0439023521	Very well written book (although somewhat disturbing subject)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I found this first book of the Hunger Games series to be very engaging and well written, even if the subject it is based on is more than slightly disturbing. Not since the Harry Potter books had I read a book that kept me turning the page at a frantic pace to find out what happens next.<br/><br/>With that said, I would warn you to make sure that you have enough time to devote to reading this book before you start it, because once you get into it, it will be very hard to put down. Even at the end of chapters, you will be left wanting to start the next chapter right away.<br/><br/>I think the first 5-10 chapters may have been a little slow for me, but once I figured out the premise of the story, and the ""Games"" started, I was not able to put the book down until I finished it.<br/><br/>Be warned, the subject matter is not for the faint of heart or easily offended. It involves the death of children. However, I thought the book combined the perfect amount of fiction, with realistic characters to place the reader in a state of mind of considering the possibility of the potential for the type of scenario described in the book to potentially occur in the future.<br/><br/>I highly recommend this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LO9IAM5ZJT3J?ASIN=0439023521	Thrilling from page one onwards	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">""The Hunger Games"" by Suzanne Collins is fantastic, thrilling from page one onwards. I had heard the hype from friends who had loved the trilogy, but some of these friends had also loved the Twilight series, so I was unconvinced. Still, I wanted to watch the film, and so I picked up the first book just as the movie came out, and couldn't put it down until I was done, less than 24 hours later. The same went for the next two books in the trilogy (which I won't review separately). I actually found myself slowing down as I went because I knew once they were done, I'd be sad.<br/><br/>The story, which you probably all know already, is set in a grim post-apocalyptic world with our 17 year old hero girl, Katniss Everdeen, a stoic archer hunter, who has to survive the Hunger Games, a deadly to-the-death match held annually to keep the various districts of this world in line. Add in two love interests, one dark, one fair (both comely), lots of villains and dangerous ground to cover, snappy and lovely writing, smart psychology, fabulous sounding costumery, and a series of landscapes that are just familiar enough to ground and strange enough to excite. Voila, a week well spent. I highly recommend this series.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FFS9ZRYKM079?ASIN=0439023521	A thoroughly exciting, scary, and satisfying read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I finished this book in 2.5 days (I'll add the half on because I read the last chapter on the third day). It was an amazing read, very fast-paced from the moment it started, all the way up until a cringe-worthy conclusion. Love or hate Katniss, she is a real character who serves as a good narrator, in part because she is so emotionally detached and dispassionate. It is no surprise to learn she is unable to process any potential romantic feelings she has towards the two lead males, given the environment she was raised in and rebels against in increasingly direct ways. Despite her desire for change, there is still the sense of home that leads to conflict as much as the romantic tension does.<br/><br/>Although this book is intended for a teen audience, I am well past those years and still enjoyed it immensely. It is a book that can be enjoyed by all ages as it can be read on many levels. At the surface, it is an alternately scary and exciting adventure. However, underneath lies a commentary on the future of our society and political ramifications. I'm sort of glad I discovered this book late as the second book was already published and I flew through that as well. Now I'm anxiously awaiting book 3 in August.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SON4076L427Z?ASIN=0439023521	I Love Archery...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you're familiar with Maslov's hierarchy of needs, you'll find the Hunger Games to be a fascinating study of the differing mindsets of people who are not on the same rung of that ladder.  If not, you may be familiar with futuristic dystopias, and will find it's take on love among the ruins an interesting angle to the genre.  Everyone else will find immersion in the mindset of raw survival and starvation somewhat shocking, unless you've been there.  It's not the darkest dystopia I've read, but it has the most inequality, which makes for a stunningly current read for our times.<br/><br/>Obviously, a lot of people have read the Hunger Games, or it wouldn't be getting made into a movie.  I found it to be a compelling read, able to interest me and hook me into the story from the first page to the last, so its popularity is hardly surprising.  In fact, this is the only first book of a trilogy I've ever read that didn't wrap things up at the end neatly enough that it could stand alone in case the sequels went unpublished.  I was left hanging, in suspense, and must now read the rest of the series.  Also, I really liked that the main character was a girl who is good at archery, my favorite kind of hero.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2C1N95E44XQKO?ASIN=0439023521	What I did and did not like about the book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What I really liked about the book would have to be all the detailed descriptions that the author put throughout. Whereas the movie they left out a lot of detail that was in the book, because that is one thing that I really liked about the book.  What I really did not like about the book is that it was written in first person present tense.  I have read books in my life, and never have I encountered such a difficult writing style that was extremely hard to follow. The book was written like how you'd explain a dream, or a story you'd tell a friend.  An example would be, ""So, I was shopping at the mall right, and then Gale comes up to me, and he's like all, `Hey Katniss, I love you.'"" That was the feeling through the whole book. I really didn't like that about it. Another thing that I didn't really like was that Katniss doesn't like Peeta in the end and Peeta is sad about it. This isn't really realistic. If you were with only one person from your district and you had to survive not only by not starving but from other people who try to kill you, I think the company of this one person would most likely get you to really like them because you'd be really close, although I really liked the book overall.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDFUS88JN18P8?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Okay, I know I'm a little late to the Hunger Games.  Here's why:  I'm a 32 year old mom with young children.  I didn't think this book was written for me.  I haven't read the Twilight Series, and was just a tad to ""old"" for Harry Potter during his prime.  However, I am an avid reader.  Among my fav's, Robyn Carr, Jodi Piccoult, James Paterson, even a little Stephen King, just to name a few.<br/><br/>This book (series) was something my 14 year old niece raved about.  This was a kids book, like Flowers in the Attic was when I was a tween.<br/><br/>Okay, bought a kindle so I thought I'd put this book on it as my first one.  So glad I did!<br/><br/>From the very beginning, I was hooked!  I COULD NOT PUT DOWN THIS BOOK!!!  It was all I could do to stop reading and take care of my family!  LOL  And it's not over!  I've started the second book.<br/><br/>Maybe I'm off base.  Maybe these books weren't meant for tweens and teens alone.  Maybe they were written for everyone.  I don't know what it is, the writing style, the suspense.... I'M HOOKED!!!<br/><br/>So if you're in the same position as I was, just not feeling like these are geared towards you.  Just start The Hunger Games.  You'll love it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MULG6G6JV1SN?ASIN=0439023521	So Glad I Finally Gave In	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've resisted reading The Hunger Games trilogy for some time--but I'm so glad I finally gave in and read it. This is a wonderfully written dystopian novel that really hits at that element of society that seems to gawk at and take delight in the misfortune of others. I can imagine Suzanne Collins watching an episode of Survivor and asking herself, what if it were real?<br/><br/>The story is set in a futuristic world--Panem--that used to be North America. The country is divided into twelve districts which are producers that basically supply the foods and goods necessary for the happy upkeep of those in the Capitol, which is powerful, self-centered, and voyeuristic. As a means of keeping citizens in line, Panem sponsors The Hunger Games--pitting one male and one female teenager from each of the twelve districts into a literal fight to the death.<br/><br/>I'm not often a fan of first person narrative, but when done well, it can be gripping, as it was in this book. Katniss's story is fraught with danger, action, and even a bit of the confusion that comes with a young girl's first awareness of the attraction of boys.<br/><br/>I loved the story and can't wait to start the next book in the trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R211JQ0Z2004W2?ASIN=0439023521	Not bad but not for 8th grade	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book is great. I give it an A for writing. It is a very tight story with tight writing.That being said, it is not original and draws from many SF books I've read.<br/><br/>However, it appears that the publisher, Scholastic, snookered Middle Schools in making this a mandatory 8th Grade book. It is not an 8th grade book.It is not Holes.<br/><br/>I have 2 8th graders and of all their friends who had to read this only 1 loved it. The other 11 kids either refused to read it and just faked it or tried and were uninterested in it or didn't understand it.<br/><br/>This is a 10th grade book and is a lower grade example of a dystonian world genre. If Brave New World, Farenheit 451 and 1984 are at the top, then this is a B or C version of that.<br/><br/>I can't imagine an 8th grade class getting into the meaning of Brave New World or this book and how it relates to the Soviet Union or to today's society.My kids said their teacher never mentioned it.<br/><br/>Currently they are reading Animal Farm and they don't really like that either. That is also a 10th grade book.<br/><br/>I have ordered the other 2 in the series but are just reading them from a SF genre point of view. Overall I give the writing an A, but the story a C or B-. Better than most tho.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PFM76848W4CB?ASIN=0439023521	Enjoyable read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'll admit that I had to give this book a second chance. I started reading it long before the movie announcement to see what all the hype was from my friends, but I just couldn't enjoy the first chapter. It just seemed so super boring and dull after all I'd been told to expect, and I haven't read a book in first person present tense for fun before, so add that together, and I stopped reading before I ever got started.<br/><br/>After the movie was announced in full production, my friends convinced me to give it another try. I pretty much skipped to the end of the first chapter after skimming through it as much as possible, and after a few pages, I managed to get into the writing style. I greatly enjoyed it. You have to remember that this is told from first person, and first person narratives will always be biased as they should be, and with that in mind, this is a pretty awesome book (bad wording, I know, but it's really great, okay). I liked the characters and the fact that the author has no problem making her main character pretty much a jerk. I enjoyed the often simple writing and the fact that the pace overall kept going and going fairly smoothly. I'm glad I gave this book a second chance.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GMF5MJY4H8AJ?ASIN=0439023521	Worth reading, even after the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw 'The Hunger Games' in theaters, and was impressed by the story. I started reading the book with some trepidation: often a movie has little to do with its source material, and often a book pales after the richer presentation afforded by film.<br/><br/>In this case, I'm happy to say that I absolutely loved the Hunger Games, despite seeing the movie first. The two are largely consistent, with the book explaining several events and relationships which I'd been curious about from the film. There's enough new stuff in the book (from the movie watcher's perspective) to make it worth reading.<br/><br/>Written in first person, the book grabs you early on. It has gripping matter to work with: the Hunger Games, an annual outdoor competition between 24 teenagers, drafted by a totalitarian government to fight to the death as a lesson to all about the power of the state. And Katniss Everdeen, the prickly yet admirable heroine.<br/><br/>The book is a first-person narrative, and Suzanne Collins does an excellent job spinning a compelling story. While labeled as 'young adult fiction,' I daresay this is suitable for any adult. I'm in my 40's and I loved it.<br/><br/>Five stars for the Hunger Games!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FWDQSDDQIQT9?ASIN=0439023521	love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">There have been thousands of reviews of the Hunger Games and the Trilogy. I loved all three and I like the fact that each book has subtle reminders of the previous information given in the previous book. I do not think that the books could each stand alone, but it is nice that the books are fast paced and the character development is excellent.  I felt like I knew and understood each character and his or her persona prevailed nicely. There was a little back story as well to fill the characters in and make them more familiar.<br/><br/>The books are excellent, fast paced as well as thrilling!<br/><br/>The books have some violence, and elude to such things, but not over the top and not offensive at all. There is more violence in after school cartoons than what is found in these books.<br/><br/>Some people gave long, dissertation like reviews on the books, and give away a lot of the story.... I think that it is not necessary, the books are just books, meant for entertainment value, nothing more or less. I think they are great!<br/><br/> I do think that they are amazing and give KUDOS to Ms Collins, she deserves to be on cloud nine with the success of these books and now the movie! Congrats!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYZTZ2Z73Y4TK?ASIN=0439023521	Pleasant read with engaging plot s and great characters. Highly recommend if you haven't seen the	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well done and really worth the read if you haven't seen the movie. Pleasant read with engaging plot s and great characters. Highly recommend if you haven't seen the movie</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDIIIFM7GCC9W?ASIN=0439023521	Possibly Americas Future	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought that this was one of the best pieces of fictional literature I have read in many years.  Great plot and of course the characters are nothing short of brilliant.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPXJ565JBUUKJ?ASIN=0439023521	What a wonderfully strong female character!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Katniss is a breath of strength!!  I adore her spirit!!<br/>And a wonderfully rich story, filled with modern day problems to make you reflect on what is really going on.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DSS1BSD3GQUI?ASIN=0439023521	Cliffhanger. Most suspenseful and action filled book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book leaves me hang in every page. I'm sick of people making these stupid negative comments. Only flaw is plot takes to long to develop. Other than that awesome book</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11A4ZEYMS8ONQ?ASIN=0439023521	Ad ducting!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I would recommend this book to everyone! My younger sister recommended it to me and I can say that I'm so glad she did because it is one of the best books I've ever read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPMAXS9O4O6L9?ASIN=0439023521	Captivating-absolutely Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The shaking feeling of being watched by ever corner and every inch of were u lay. Having to sacrafice all you love and have for something you despritaly need. The hunger games is a book so amazing, it caught me off guard. Honestly, when i first read about two chapters of the book- i didn't like it, but more and more people kept telling me how good it was-and soon enough-a friend of mine started to explain. As she explained more and more, i found my self captivated by the horrors these children and young teens need to face during this mission for food. Figures, i'm so surprised, i couldn't even hold the book up-right and i'm still tingling now. My heart is were my throat is and my chest is sealed so tightly that I feel as if i'm losing my breath. The hunger games is a book recommend for adults and teens, any age, who is willing to read it. But i warn you, this book has many wonders and many surprises up ahead-you wont even know what hit you until a few minutes after. I am a very hard girl to please when it comes to books, I'm very choosy, but this is one of the best written books ever written. Breath taking-amazing literature-and crafty thinking-piece by piece this book perfectly like a puzzle.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RV3V6CSDZIHKG?ASIN=0439023521	Urgent and Worthy Story Meets... Poor Editing?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is about a young woman living in a modest society in which her people are exploited and consistently  on the verge of starvation at the hands of the all-powerful government. She is forced to take part in a competition to the death with citizens from neighboring regions, and one from her own. This dystopian tale possesses a great momentum and urgency that pulled me through the books despite my distaste for the way in which it was written.<br/><br/> I understand the fact that this was written for a young adult audience, and went into it expecting to quickly tear through the books as I did. Yet I still felt violated by the fragmented sentences  (the ones beginning with ""and "" infuriate me the most). I know this may sound silly to many but it drove me crazy. I will give Collins the fact that those severely halted sentences were a kind of crutch that she used to prop up that immediacy necessary to this story of survival which essentially was its best trait- I believe it could have been done without butchered grammar. Instead, it falls flat on its face in style.<br/><br/>Despite being the worst written (again I blame editing), I say skip the other two and stick with this one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36J4R85CQPI97?ASIN=0439023521	Innovative, tense, a new imagined world	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great book to get lost in. Suzanne Collins imagines a future that we haven't seen before as America has become an authoritative dictatorship. The government is maliciously cruel, desperately inefficient, and barely holding in check the various communities that make up the social order.<br/><br/>While trying to keep the masses in line, the evil President Snow oversees a decadent capital city that demands extreme hedonism and utter indifference to the real and massive suffering in the outer communities. Into that scenario a young teen girl, Katniss, is thrust into the Hunger Games, a despicable game whose only goal is to kill the other players. Last man/woman/child living wins a comfortable life. The main protaganist, Katniss, has managed to learn some *very* useful skills by illegally hunting outside her district's boundaries.<br/><br/>Parallel themes of the book are the exploration of love, integrity, duplicity, ruthlessness, and oppression. Hunger Games is a fascinating adventure through the eyes of a detached teen, who is forced into an impossible situation and how her inner self tries to maintain her identity while living a tremendous lie.<br/><br/>Great escapism. Enjoy.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UZ4306H2FGK7?ASIN=0439023521	Addictive Addictive Addictive! I need rehab after reading this	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This ebook (I bought it for my Kindle Fire) made me lose a lot of sleep. I found myself struggling to stay awake late into the night because I couldn't put it down. I have never read anything like this before. Ms. Collins has a storytelling ability that far outshines any other author I've ever read.  Her characters are beyond engaging - they're spell-binding, captivating, and they come alive! I found myself sad, angry, tearful, happy - almost every emotion you can feel, while reading this book.  I really got attached to these characters and I couldn't wait to get Book 2! I just started reading Book 2 and already I'm sucked into it. I don't want to give away any of the plot - GET THIS BOOK! I doubt you will be disappointed! This is such an original storyline, which is so hard to do nowadays. There are some moments that I wished things were explored/developed more. For instance, I'd have like a little more background/history as to how things got the way they were in Panem. And some things seem so outrageous (like the people in the Capitol) that they're hard to imagine. But even still, I found myself wanting more and more.  I will be very sad when I finish the series.  They're just that good.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28P4614UQNE1J?ASIN=0439023521	Wish I could give a 3.5	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The similarities between this first book of the Hunger Games (I haven't read the follow ups yet) and the Battle Royale *NOVEL* are far too many for me to believe that there was no inspiration drawn from the latter whatsoever.  The structure of the game, and the basic premise of its rules and function, are uncannily alike.<br/><br/>However, the similarities stop there.  Hunger Games is more of a romantic adventure at its core.<br/><br/>It was a page turner, thanks to chapters that almost always ended on a cliffhanger.  The relationship between her and the main lead boy was the kind I found myself engaged in, even if the characters kept making decisions that drove me nuts (though that's the usual way with most YA fantasy/adventure books I've read).<br/><br/>I knock off a star and a half for what's missing.  The characters are fun enough for me to want to continue to read their stories, but they're far and few between.  Twenty four children are pitted in a fight to the death, and the only character whose motives and feelings I'm really given insight to are those of Katniss.  The story would have much more emotional pull if we were privy to the deeper thoughts and backstories of almost all of the other characters.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LBCL5UYRHTI2?ASIN=0439023521	couldnt put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">wow. thats all i can say is wow.ive never read anything so intense!the seccond book is also a great follow through,but thr third is a letdown.still worth reading though.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJA6KEBREVLDW?ASIN=0439023521	Great...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book had a wonderful storyline.  Everything was well organized to make it an exciting read.  The more I read the most I couldn't stop.  I highly recommend this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/REG4OMUESN9WD?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wonderful book and I look forward to the next one.  Great drama and interesting look into the thoughts and real life experiences of a world with this kind of experience.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6A2EEFDQ28UJ?ASIN=0439023521	Captivating	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great book and the rest of the serees is just as good.  I was unable to put the book down and finished it rather quickly.  I would highly reccommend this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R53W4M1TWCZ43?ASIN=0439023521	This book is about way more than just the games.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had not planned on reading The Hunger Games.  I didn't see the need to read a 24 kids enter one kid leaves story.  However when the movie came out on video I figured I'd see what all the fuss was about; and being a purest, I figured I'd better read the book first.<br/><br/>The book ended up being great.  I had read so many reviews that said basically it's about a competition where 24 kids killing each other until one is left.  No it's not.  The Games don't even start until 2/3 of the book is gone.  It's a book about social injustice, power, greed, the fear of loss of power.  The social commentary of this book is what makes it great.<br/><br/>If you are considering this book for a younger person the violent aspects of it should be taken under consideration.  Although the more violent parts of the book are handled with a fairly light touch.  The main consideration for age would be that I would not recommend this book to anyone who is not old enough to understand the social injustice that is happening right now in our word.  Without an understanding of that, The Hunger Games is only an entertaining book.  With that understanding it is a meaningful and intriguing social commentary.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35GNNXHS0ZZKB?ASIN=0439023521	The BEST contemporary American young adult literary series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Not to take anything away from the commercial appeal of the ""Twilight"" series or the popularity of the ""Mortal Instrument"" novels, ""The Hunger Games"" does not attempt to pander to the masses or aim to create a ""happily ever after"" scenario. It is violent, often heart-wrenching, and demonstrates that sometimes love is a luxury that can be impractical and must submit to pragmatist and survivalist priorities. Despite this often dreary landscape, the story is immensely engaging--you cannot put these books down until you are finished and have the next novel in your Kindle queue. ""Twilight"" author, Stephanie Meyers expressed this same sentiment. While it lacks the wonderment and whimsy of Hogwarts, it reveals that human nature can be as formidable a foe as Lord Voldemort but the indomitable human spirit can be crushed but not extinguished. If you saw the movies and not read the books, you are missing out on some of the best dystopian fiction writing since Bradbury and Orwell. And, in case you are wondering, Jennifer Lawrence NAILED the character, she portrays all of the independence, rebellion, and emotional complexity that defines Katniss Everdeen.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2AGCW6XLNW0SA?ASIN=0439023521	I Puffy Heart LOVED This Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I puffy heart loved this book!<br/><br/>Why? (Without giving anything away)<br/><br/>It had a compelling plot, intriguing characters (especially the main girl), very interesting dialouge, it was funny, a little romance, and it was clean (even though ""The Hunger Games"" were too the death.)<br/><br/>It was science fictiony without wreaking of normal science fiction elements (parasites, alien ships, etc). It reminded me of Stephenie Meyer's ""The Host"" in that way. Not your normal science fiction book. Also, it had a similar affect on me that the ""Twilight"" book did. The writing was very good like Stephenie Meyer's books and it made me care deeply about the characters involved. By the end, they felt like my friends. Sometimes it reminded me of the ""Uglies"" series although it is much better written. Sometimes it reminded me of watching ""Survivor"" but much more real.<br/><br/>For me, I would rank it just below the Twilight series but higher than ""A Great and Terrible Beauty"" which I also really enjoyed. ""Uglies"" goes down that list a ways.<br/><br/>I hope they make it into a clean but amazing movie!!! I'm SO there.<br/><br/>The hardest part of the whole experience is waiting for the next book in the series. Argh!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTYLNZZI736E1?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Completely hard to put down, loved books 1 and 2 book 3 was a little hard to get into and didn't end as such which was a little disappointing.<br/>Happy purchase here.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1C3GO69ZW3YGQ?ASIN=0439023521	Perfect young adult series.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Strong plot lines, very well written young adult series. The story really creates a connection with characters. Make sure you read the books before watching the movies.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RCN3ZR4AQ6Z9?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put this book down even though I'd seen the movie first. I enjoyed every minute of reading the first book in the series and look forward to reading book two.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GFRQBI7D98WU?ASIN=0439023521	Too Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is amazing!!! I could not put it down. From the very beginning the author draws you into a world that is so exciting you don‘t want to stop turning the pages.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKNB80J8FS0SP?ASIN=0439023521	JAW DROPPING, FINGERNAIL BITING, HEART POUNDING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">JAW DROPPING, FINGERNAIL BITING, HEART POUNDING book that keeps you on the edge of your seat waiting for the next wrong step.<br/><br/>After hearing so much about The Hunger Games series and how I should definitely put it on my reading list I broke down and bought it. Once I opened the book and read the first few pages I knew I was in for it. The Hunger Games series is one of the top three series I've read this year.<br/><br/>Brilliantly written with relatable strong characters and a suspenseful plot, I was captured immediately. What I've found most common recently in the YA genre, specifically for the newer authors, is that the romances are rushed, the climax almost always falls short and the story line is predictable. The Hunger Games is the extreme opposite of that. I kept waiting for the obvious to happen with who would die next, what the Capitol would do throughout the games, and how the relationship between Katniss and Peeta would play out but I'm glad to say things turned out very differently from what I thought.<br/><br/>I'm sure I'll be addicted to this series since I couldn't seem to put the first book down. I can't wait to start the next and find out what happens.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPE74FMB2F6HP?ASIN=0439023521	The ethical and moral challenges of survival	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">(4.5 stars) Set in a dystopian future, teenager Katniss and her friend Gale secretly hunt in the woods to help feed her family. After an uprising, the country has been divided into Districts, and as punishment, each district must provide two young people, one male, one female as tributes who must fight to the death in the Hunger Games. While each 12-18 year old has their name added once for each year, if they request extra food, their name will go in again. When Katniss' sister is chosen, Katniss volunteers to take her place. Along with Katnis, Peeta, a young man who showed her a kindness when they were starving after her father's death in the mines, is chosen. The story follows their seemingly doomed path towards and in the Game where they must not only use their physical skills but also be able to utilize the media attention to gain sponsorship in order to have a chance to survive. Peeta's feelings for Katniss are used by their support team to manipulate their chances. While the premise of the story is not necessarily new, the author does a wonderful job in bringing the emotional and moral challenges of the characters to the forefront and tells a dramatic, and page turning tale.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38T48XBQC5V73?ASIN=0439023521	liked it but became long	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed the book until the middle chapter then it became repetitive....I guess it needed to but after awhile I didn't need to know all the different ways to kill someone.....but maybe I am too old for that. I then skipped to the last chapter because I could tell that the two main characters would live and I wanted to see how the author would play it out. I understood how the author was trying to show how the characters did what they could to keep their individuality but also go along with the status quo to survive. Not sure if I liked the ending but it did make sense for the lead in to the next book. I do think it is a new way of presenting the idea of Big Brother to the new generation. Such as using War games, Reality TV, Game Show, and soap opera storyline intertwined. I can see how it may appeal to teens/young adults. I also see how parents would completely disapprove of their teen reading it. Since there is so much descriptive violence some may fear it's influence. So in the end I would not really rave about it but would also not tell someone not to read it.  I would advise another parent to read the book first so they can discuss it with their teen. Will try the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JVY6LUT9S18D?ASIN=0439023521	First of Three	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">In spite of being first of 3, this is the only book that could stand alone...but I'm glad it wasn't. It shows us a dystopian future with a unique mix of several pieces we have seen separately in other works. Katniss is not your typical heroine, preferring to work alone or with ""the only person who really knows how [she] works"" (Gale). She is thrown into her role by the only means possible - her love for her little sister, Prim. The development of our understanding of her foreign world is well-done; neither patronizing nor redundant, we come to understand the variables within the structure from her point of view and can infer much more.<br/>Haymitch is an amazing character - he is everything one would expect with his background. He also develops throughout the series, but his ""snarky"" personality, the ability he &amp; Katniss have to communicate with little in the way of words and his overall fight with his own demons are well-established in this first installment. (personal note: Woody Harrelson is perfect for this role, sweetheart!)<br/>An excellent beginning to a series with thorough planning, development and presentation in characters, plot and setting. 5 stars.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RG0I6S0TP5IYB?ASIN=0439023521	Riveting, tough story...could this ever come true?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is an incredible story of an alternate civilization following something cataclysmic to our present world. Each year, a government organized event, somewhat similar in theme to the gladiator spectacles of old, called the Hunger Games are conducted, complete with a full onslaught of 24/7 media coverage. Participants falling in a specific age group are selected at random, two from each of the districts that comprise the new country. It's a fight to the death and the last one standing is the victor.<br/><br/>I was struck by the extraordinary rawness of this story but at the same time, the complexity of the tale. Katniss Everdeen, the 16-year old heroine, is wise beyond her age and chronicles the games from her perspective. The concepts of this new society are provocative and disturbing but somehow, you find yourself considering the possibility as it taps into the baser aspects of the human condition. I found this book fascinating and am bound to finish the trilogy.<br/><br/>This isn't your typical young adult story so if you're not a fan of books directed to this age group, don't let that be a barrier to reading this story, as it was for me. I just wish I'd read it earlier.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VCH9LHFB30DW?ASIN=0439023521	My Book Friend (.net)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">In a not-too-distant future, the United States of America has collapsed, weakened by drought, fire, famine, and war, to be replaced by Panem, a country divided into the Capitol and 12 districts. Each year, two young representatives from each district are selected by lottery to participate in The Hunger Games. Part entertainment, part brutal intimidation of the subjugated districts, the televised games are broadcasted throughout Panem as the 24 participants are forced to eliminate their competitors, literally, with all citizens required to watch. When 16-year-old Katniss's young sister, Prim, is selected as the mining district's female representative, Katniss volunteers to take her place. In this both tragic and thrilling book- you will find yourself wondering what will happen next.<br/><br/>I found this book quite disturbing. When I would take a break from reading it, I would find myself feeling terrible about what was happening. The author does an amazing job bringing you into the story and the world of The Hunger Games- and I think that is why I got so upset about what was happening. It is both gruesome and horrific- and leaves you wondering what terrible thing will happen next.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWKRIMBOC82T8?ASIN=0439023521	Best book review ever by Kyle McDaniel!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">In a adventure filled, action packed thriller, The Hunger Games is a “must read.” In a setting once known as North America lies the nation of Panem, this Capitol is over the 12 districts and have control over them. Due to a lost rebellion by the districts the Capitol forces one boy and one girl from each district to fight till the death in the annual Hunger Games. The Hunger games have become a live sport to watch, a sick source of internment for the citizens of the Capitol and is the main event of the year. Driven by fear, hope, and love, Katniss a 16-year-old girl from the poorest district of Panem, which is known for mining, volunteers in place of her little sister and fight in her place. Along with her Peeta, the son of a town baker who is picked to lose first, are both selected to fight till the death. There is little time and the bloody death match begins with the 24 competitors, many of which who have trained for this main event their whole lives. Fighting for all that is worth, alliances or not history is made and the fight is over, leaving a twist on the rules, and a sudden turn in the story. Suspenseful, nail biting, and unpredictable makes this book a “must read.”</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2A4Y66TBDBAM3?ASIN=0439023521	Lots of Speed, Not Enough Depth	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked this story.  The main character is a young woman named Katniss.  She lives in a future society that is foreign and fascinating; but also a relatable possibility, since human beings have at times in history formed such bizarre and violent societies.<br/><br/>I occasionally felt frustrated because Katniss was such a smart and courageous girl, yet she didn't really question the society she lived in.  She didn't rebel against it or even voice opinions about the morality of what she was forced to do.  She just seemed to play along as best she could.  I think it would be a better book if she showed a little more independent thought, some opinions, some deeper emotional angst, and some searching for answers.  I've read a lot of coming of age novels.  A good book about a young woman who is smart, sensitive, and searching while living in a crazy time in the future is The Earth Girl and Queen Eliza, by C. C. Alma. <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Earth-Girl-and-Queen-Eliza/dp/B00AC5MLZ0"">The Earth Girl and Queen Eliza</a> I also love The Secret History, by Donna Tartt, <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Secret-History/dp/B005PRJT9Q"">The Secret History</a> a beautifully written long novel about college students in the 1980's.  Overall, though, I would recommend The Hunger Games.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RULECQB9GBA2S?ASIN=0439023521	unique action-adventure/fantasy for all ages	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins' ""The Hunger Games"" is unique in that is equally enjoyable to all age groups.  My son, niece, nephew, and mother all read their copies as I read mine, and I'm planning to go see the movie as soon as my 16-year-old finishes the last page.<br/><br/>Set in the future in the South, The Hunger Games are a scarey take on reality shows.  The twelve districts all draw two names of children (between the ages of 9 and 18, if I remember correctly) to fight to death against one another.  There are no rules.  Though there is obviously much death involved, I didn't find the descriptions to be overly gory.  The strategies the players came up with were very interesting and ranged from all out warfare to passive aggressive hide-and-sneak.<br/><br/>As these 24 kids fight it out in the wilderness, every move is televised, just like the fanfare that preceeded the start of the event.<br/><br/>I would recommend this book for anyone looking for a new take on an unpredictable action-adventure/fantasy.  The only thing I wasn't fond of was the last few paragraphs, which were a bit contrived to build interest in Book 2.  I did really like the way the story ended, other than that.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RMT169Z8Y5TN?ASIN=0439023521	Glad I stuck with it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A few pages into The Hunger Games, I very nearly took it back to the bookshelf.  The world described in those pages was so dreary, so hopeless.  The idea of a society that was powerless to keep their government from stealing two children to be human sacrifices was so repulsive, I just didn't want to read any further.<br/><br/>However, I have a three-chapter rule, so I perservered.  And suddenly, I was caught up in this book.  It's been a while since I neglected work and home duties to read, but I finished this book and its sequel in three days. It's still sort of a love-hate relationship. I enjoyed the action and suspense but hated the cruelty; I admired Katniss' dogged determination to survive but wanted to kick her in the tail at times; I loved Peeta but found him to be a little too ""slick"" at times.<br/><br/>I like books that leave me with things to think about once I close the cover, and this one certainly does.  Is Collins making a critique of our entertainment-obsessed culture? Is she presenting a model female protagonist or a flawed one?  What does it mean to love someone?  Will Katniss eventually choose Peeta or Gale? (I didn't say all my questions were lofty and philosophical!)</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IRXMFW028J34?ASIN=0439023521	Breath taking.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My sister recommended I read it for about 3 years and I never listened. Finally bit the bullet and I couldn't put it down. Is a must read and cannot wait for the next!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SGTQJZHF67O9?ASIN=0439023521	Amazingly written	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it!! This is my third time reading it and I didn't get bored with it at all. The hunger games has a thrilling storyline that keeps you hooked for the whole book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15G8J1XJCZ6N3?ASIN=0439023521	Captivating!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have been meaning to read this book for a few months now, and then I took my daughters to see the movie, which to me, the movie REALLY had me intrigued to start reading the books. And only once I figured out how to use my tablet as a eReader, did I start reading this. As always, the book is always better than the movie, plus you get to know the back history as to why the Hunger Games are even created and just how exactly desperate Katniss is to keep her family alive.<br/><br/>I am blown away by this story and I can not say exactly when I got hooked into this book, but when I did, I could NOT put it down. Many of my friends have warned me that this would happen. And they were certainly right!<br/><br/>It has been awhile since I have read a story in which the main female character is strong in every sense of the word. After reading this, makes me realize that although times are tough, Katniss has a rather difficult life. Isn't that how it always goes, you think you're situation is bad, there is always someone who is struggling even more.<br/><br/>Suzanne Collins is an amazing story teller and she had me hanging on every word. I now will be moving onto Catching Fire.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8SA9UMVB9ABV?ASIN=0439023521	It took me a few tries...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I first got my Kindle back in April, this was the first book to buy and I was so excited to read it. I didn't want to go to the movie without having read it so I tried many times to begin the book. I would get through the first couple of pages and put it down. I just could not get into and I don't know why. Maybe it was as exciting as I thought it would be at the beginning but last week my mom told me she read all three books in a few days because she just couldn't put them down. We talked about it and she wouldn't give me any information but just to keep reading. And I did. I read right through all three books in three days. With three kids and online classes, I could barely accomplish this but I was reading this book everywhere I went. I had it in while I was feeding the baby, fixing food, everywhere but the shower! I seriously had to see how it would all work out in one way or another. This book has characters that when you actually pay attention are weak but strong in their own ways. They complement each other and you can see how likable Peeta is from the beginning. The second and third book bring many other issues to the table but the first book sets the stage.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1D3NXQUXUWOR9?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have to admit that I was a little skeptical at first when it came to purchasing this book. I love dystopian novels, but I was not convinced that I could enjoy one targeted towards a younger reading audience. Eventually, after enough good words from friends I decided to give it a try. 3 books later, I am sorry it is over. The Hunger Games trilogy was an easy read. I read all three books in less than 3 weeks. I felt that the author was able to effectively communicate the brutality and harshness of the story perfectly. I would be comfortable allowing my daughter to read the series, yet there was enough detail and emotion that I was able to appreciate it as well. I love that the story is narrated through the protagonist, Katniss Everdeen. I felt this allowed the reader to better grasp exactly how the  story affected those involved.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is written in a sort of simpler style, but you must remember that it was geared towards a younger audiences. I felt the end result was a story that beautifully captured the horribleness of the situation without being to graphic. Readers young and old should be able to appreciate what Suzanne Collins has accomplished.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25EOEPVHEMMAE?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger Games was a great book.  It was the first book in a long time that I just couldn't put down.  I actually picked up Hunger Games on a whim at a nice discount when a bookstore went out of business.  I am so glad I did!<br/><br/>The story line is based in a post-apocalyptic world where all that remains of the US are the capital and 12 districts.  Each district specializes in providing somethng for the capital (coal, food, jewels, etc).  The other thing each district must provide is a boy and girl between the age of 12 and 18 to go into the Hunger Games.  A battle to the death between all the selections where only the sole survivor goes free.<br/><br/>Is it the most original plot? No.  It contains elements of The Long Walk and THe Running Man by Stephen King, Battle Royale out of Japan, movies like Condemned, and of coarse the gladiator games of ancient Rome.  But the author does add her own elements and created a world I could see and a character I could root for.  The book was a turn pager packed full of action and excitement.<br/><br/>I haven't read the second or thrid books yet but I am purchasing them tonight.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XDN957L7YP2I?ASIN=0439023521	Raw and Real.  Loved it!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins creates a unique and twisted world of Panem seen through the eyes of Katniss Everdeen. A 16-year old girl who was forced to grow up early and take care of her family by hunting for food (illegally) in a world where starvation is the norm. The Annual Hunger Games starts up and Katniss is thrown into an arena to fight for her life.<br/><br/>I was initially shocked at the violence that the story creates around the Hunger Games. 24 kids (called tributes) are chosen from 12 districts. One boy and one girl aged anywhere from 12 to 18. They are to fight to the death until there is only one left standing. And the disturbing part is that the entire world of Panem is forced to watch this for their enjoyment.<br/><br/>The idea of something so horrible makes you sick but you are glued into wanting to read every page of this book. You want to know what happens next as each chapter leaves off on a suspenseful note. In addition to that, there is love thrown in and yet, what happens if you end up having to kill each other off?<br/><br/>The book is really good. Definitely one of my favorites. I absolutely enjoyed every page of it. The twists and suspense has you on edge every minute.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BGF7XG2CQS87?ASIN=0439023521	Love this book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book is better than the movie. The story moves fast and Katniss is a dynamic heroine. She is kind, tough but also brave in fighting the bad guys - the government.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UG54EYXDTGCA?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Soo much better than the movie!  I had a hard time putting it down!! Definitely answers a lot of questions the movie did not which helped it to make a lot more sense!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RHG9XL9OWQ2X?ASIN=0439023521	Epic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am new to the hunger games series and when I read this book I thought it was amazing it it so cool and it has also  a lot of action and I really recommend this book</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJDHDNHTLNHQM?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">First time reading this book but loved it! Would recommend for anyone who loves action and romance! I'm all for Peeta and Katniss getting together. Love love love it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UKLZW3ZG82RG?ASIN=0439023521	Sammy boy likes it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is a great book, mostly for kids. Although I think adults would enjoy the message of this book. It is about two kids who are forced into a tournament where they, and 22 other kids, have to kill each other to survive. The government puts this tournament on to show the people that they are in control. Although this is a kids book it could be looked at as an adult theme so I think that people of all ages could read and enjoy this book. I also liked that even though this was in the future, it was very medieval. When they were in the games they had to use spears and arrows to take down competitors instead of using guns. The government has taken away many of the rights of the people and made them unable to retaliate with much force. I think a lot of people can see countries going in that direction where the government is invading the peoples lives to deeply. I thoroughly enjoyed this book and I think many people of all ages can enjoy it as well.<br/><br/>  -Samuel</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26XBOXXZISG5G?ASIN=0439023521	A Entertaning and Exciting Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is a novel set in the future. In this book, the goverment has a capital city and controls 12 districts. The author gives a good discription of how awful life in the districts, becuase of the capital, are. To make sure they stay under control, the capital takes two tributes, girl and boy, once a year to play in the annual Hunger Games. This is a fight to the death with only one winner.  Since it life or death, there is violence and killing. The chilren are put in an area and expected to kill. Even if they win twenty three other people have to die. It is brodcast on live television for everyone, including family members and friends, to see.  In the first chapter the author will grab your attention from the day of reaping. Who will be chosen? How will it affect their families?  This book will keep wanting to read to the next chapter. It is very discriptive. I have to say it is for older readers because of the violence and sadness of being forced to kill. I enjoyed reading about the main charater, Katniss Everdeen. The book tells the story from her eyes.  I loved reading this book through all of the twists and turns. Overall I would highly recommend it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VBH0SY5OFG5G?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the first Young Adult book that I've read in a long while and I must say it was awesome.  This book hooked me right from the get go.  It's set in the ruins of North America after wars and rebellions have destroyed the states and now they are split up into 12 different districts.  In order to show control over the districts the ""Capitol"" requires each district to send one boy and one girl between the ages of 12 and 18 to compete in a competition called ""The Hunger Games.""  In these games the contestants are taken to a wilderness arena and are forced to fight to the death while it's all being captured on camera for the Capitol's entertainment.<br/><br/>This book was great.  The characters are written very well and the author goes outside the norms with the story and kept me guessing for pretty much the whole book.  The society in which they live in is very original and just really fun to read about.  This is a very fast passed book with lots of action and not tons of descriptions that bog down the pace.  There is just so much imagination in this book that you can't help but get lost in this book.  I read this really fast and can't wait for the next one to come out.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17VLIPPIQ7JVC?ASIN=0439023521	A brief stint on the YA bandwagon	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games was a pleasant surprise. Some plot points were painfully obvious from the beginning, but there is a tendency to get so wrapped up in the NOW, that you might not even notice something until you're right on top of it.<br/><br/>I agree that the premise is brutal...philosophically, for a dystopian young adult novel, The Giver is better in execution; if it's action (and romance) you're out for, try the Hunger Games. I find the present tense annoying, but I rather rarely see that device used and it probably does a lot to add to the immediacy and pace. I won't say that it was written in such a way as to make me particularly emotional about any of it, but I will say it was a fun ride.<br/><br/>As to the brutality of it, I think I was expecting a bit worse. But I'm a jaded adult, and this book is not written for adults. I also think the ending could have been wrapped up more neatly while still reasonably leading into the next two, but it also wasn't the most annoying cliffhanger I've ever seen. I do believe I will read the next two, though I'm not tripping all over myself to get to hit the ""buy now"" button on my Kindle.<br/><br/>Truly, I got more out of it than I expected.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2F54S45XHO6LP?ASIN=0439023521	Thrilling with brilliant character development and compelling story-telling.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read The Hunger Games on my Kindle during a very busy with work but could not put it down so I finished it in 3 days. It was thrilling, exhilarating, and addictive. My first by Suzanne Collins - I loved the powerful descriptions, the subtle humor, and the precise way she made me picture the depth of pain and joy in the moments throughout. Her writing style is now one of my favorites. She doesn't  use big fancy chunky words, and yet she uses her vocabulary brilliantly to describe and to pull you into the world of her imagination.<br/><br/>I admit, I was really hoping for a coup d'etat of sorts to rise up and change the outcome completely but no such thing! The reality for the Panem citizens does not change and the future looks grim as ever. And yet, to find hope and happiness even if transitory ... I loved the story.<br/><br/>The ending did not leave us with a cliff hanger so I am not dying to read the rest of what happens to Katniss and Peeta, but I love to read more of Collins. She is a phenomenal writer.<br/><br/>Have not watched the movie ... yet. My rule is simple: If the book came before the movie, read the book first. The original should set the stage.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PA9MOQTS5GWX?ASIN=0439023521	Love/Hate Relationship with this book...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I first started this book, I was a bit appalled, but fascinated, I must admit. This could happen. Our world, our country is so addicted to greed that<br/>the sacrifice of people is a daily circumstance for corporations, politicians, and the ""Illness of Greed"" seems to be world-wide.<br/>  That being said, the characters were well-developed and engaging, and I went through this book before I knew it!<br/>  I will also say that the two books following The Hunger Games were each better than the one before, and held my interest to the last word!<br/>  Katniss is very engaging, as are the other characters, ordinary people trying to work together to survive in a brutal post-apocalyptic world.  The story shows the point of view of those in the elite city, those either ignorant by choice, or so jaded by excess and brain-washing by their government, that they happily cheer the poor victim/combatants.<br/>  The idea of escape is never allowed to openly exist in the minds of the colonists, but of course, it is the human instinct to live free and to find a way to that end.<br/>  From one exciting chapter to the next, this unusual and provocative book will hold you from beginning to end.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BBV1MW3581DA?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm not going to waste your time reviewing the plot of the book.  You can get that from the Amazon site.  What I am going to tell you is I could not put this book down.  It's gripping right from the start and had me thinking for days.  I finished all 3 books in under a week.  I was captivated by the story.  I'm a first born eldest female, so I could identify with the main character- her protective instincts for her younger sister, etc.  I'm willing to bet most people could identify with one of the characters in the book, in which are thoroughly developed.  This book isn't for the squeamish.  The concept is truly thought provoking, that leads to underlying tones of political metaphors throughout all 3 books.  If you're willing to open your mind and allow yourself to be a little vulnerable with a concept you would never want to think about in a million years, this book is for you.  If you need a happy ending, and hate anything that differs from this norm, don't bother with this book.  It's not cheerful, harmonious, or follow basic plot stories.  It's truly going to stir up uncomfortable emotions and feelings.  At least it did for me, and I loved every minute of it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SFF7BCKWHID1?ASIN=0439023521	Wow....	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm afraid to say this, but I don't like HP or Twilight. I am more interested in books with no popularity or almost none. When people recommended this, I was reading The Midnight Twins series. I said, however, what the hey! I got the book at the library. The beginning was a little slow, until the Reaping. I can still remember the pages in which Prim was reaped (20), Katniss volunteered (22), and when Peeta was chosen (25).<br/><br/>If you remember stuff like that, then you're reading a really good book. The action comes a bit after Peers makes his famous quote. I am not going to spoil anything or even give a summary (As though I am sure there are thousands below me and soon to be above mine)! Since I am most horrible when it comes to those, I will just give you some advice, parents. Even though I read this book a year ago when I was younger than... I am just going to say 12, this is not all about bloodbaths. Katniss wants to help her family, friends (Gale &amp; Madge... still unsure to put Peeta in this section.), and people who have supported her along the way.<br/><br/>My favorite pages:<br/>20<br/>22<br/>25<br/>72<br/>130<br/>260.<br/><br/>*Those pages are if you have the real book, not a Kindle version.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24SV4DS2KHWU3?ASIN=0439023521	One of the best books I've ever read - but not for the faint of heart	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've read quite a few page-turners before, but none were as compelling as this one! You really feel as if you're in the Hunger Games right there along with the two main characters, Katniss and Peeta.<br/>This book takes you into a seemingly post-apocalyptic dystopian society where twelve districts are controlled by one central capitol. Due to a previous attempted rebellion by the districts, the Capitol rules with an iron fist. Each year the districts are required to enter their teenagers into a lottery, in which two (a boy and a girl) are selected to compete in the Hunger Games. These Games are a brutal fight to death where only one is allowed to survive. When 12 year old Prim is selected to compete, her sister Katniss volunteers in her stead.<br/>The poverty of District 12, the journey to the Capitol, the lifestyle of the people, and the intensity of the Games is brought to life in this novel by Collins amazing writing. Make no mistake, this is no love story. It is a brutal tale that will make you gasp and cry and leave you amazed, but I can pretty much guarantee that you won't put it down until the final page is read.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R97Z6JN0GJN1V?ASIN=0439023521	I wish there were more than 3 books in this series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This set of books is marketed to teens. I enjoyed all three and I'm pushing 60. The first book grabs you quickly and doesn't let go until you're done with all three.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2O4BJSAVN6PCQ?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Saw the movie. I wasn't sure about the books but after reading this book I don't have regrets. I can't wait to see how the next two books are and the movies as well.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZOPKYCEC2BP1?ASIN=0439023521	Good  read and great movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book gave me so much insight to the movie and it was a quick and entertaining read. I was happy that it was not a love story / fairy tale like the Twilight saga.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HHK0DJHM134V?ASIN=0439023521	Fabulous	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Only read after I saw the trailer for the 2nd movie.  So glad I did.  Now I need to see the first movie and read the next book.  I'm sure neither will disappoint. Yf</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTWWVI0PZ7PBH?ASIN=0439023521	An amaznig, really addicting book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I may be kind of young to read this book. My mom read this book first. I just finished it. I can't wait to see the movie!<br/>*SPOILER ALERT* This book is about a sixteen year old girl named Katniss Everdeen whose is from District 12. She has a twelve year old sister named Primrose (goes by Prim) and her mother. Her father died in a mine accident. She and her friend Gale hunt for their food even though it is illegal. The Hunger Games Drawing is about to begin. The Hunger Games send one boy and one girl between the ages of twelve and eighteen. The day of the drawing: Effie draws out Prim's name. Katniss volunteers to take Prim's place. Peetah gets picked. No one volunteers to take his place.<br/>During the Hunger Games, Katniss gets hurt by tracker jacker stings to cuts. Peetah also gets hurt badly by another tribute. He got cut badly on his upper knee. Katniss has to heal Peetah. A rule was changed, two tributes could win if they were from the same district. SPOILER ALERT! Peetah and Katniss won! :)<br/>Overall I think this was a great book, even if it takes some kids (like me) a long time to finish it. It is worth the time reading it. It is very addicting!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDI1NNZIOSA52?ASIN=0439023521	out of the way harry!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book was one of the finest pieces of litrature that i have ever read. it is great because it is a series so i have another book to look foreward to once i have read the last. although this was a great book i would not recommend this book to anyone under the age of twelvr brcause at some points it could be a little bit depressing for them at times. this book is about s gitl named Kattniss Everdeen. she lives in a normal place except every year there is a unique event called the reaping. at thia time two names,a boy's and a girls name are called. then they will be tossed into an arena where they will be forced to kill eachother. they will fight for food and wepons. as you might have gussed, katniss' name was called. the boy who's called is named peeta melark. this is bad for katniss because in the past, peeta has been nice to her. in addition to peeta and katniss, names were drawn from twelve other districts. the hunger games take place because thr bad guys the capiotal are reminding people whos in charge. read this book to find out about the reast.  Advice to readers: dont get attached to any charecters or you will be very disipointed.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZA2LAJIRXTCW?ASIN=0439023521	Harsh, but hard to put down.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really give this book a 4.5/5<br/><br/>I knew NOTHING about this book when I started it.  I'm glad of that, actually, because I think I would have been turned off.  Plus, the editorial reviews on Amazon give a bunch of stuff away.  So don't read those.<br/><br/>I'm not going to give the main thrust of the story away.  I will tell you, that I did have a problem with it.  It just wasn't enough to make me put down the book, which was really compelling.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is a young adult, futuristic, fantasy, thriller.  There's a post apocalyptic vibe to it, though if there was some kind of apocalypse, its nature is never hinted at.  I kind of hope more of that is elaborated on in the second book of the trilogy.<br/><br/>The writing is solid, and never ""dumbed down"" for the age of the reader.  It's a dark, disturbing story, with a lot of social commentary.  Collins has created a interesting world.  From the Thriller perspective, it's sort of like a James Rollins book where once it grabs you it rarely lets you go.<br/><br/>[...] It could easily be made into a movie, so I could be proven wrong on that.  If you like good YA fantasy, and don't mind the darkness, I recommend it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RN5T3MAOK3WN?ASIN=0439023521	Good Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love these books.  I've read this one twice and am getting ready to reread the second one.  Plus I have both the first &amp; second movies and have watched them both.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSQ5PTD6D15K6?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A truly wonderful and brilliant read, an excellent book, far more than just children's literature.  Katniss Everdeen is one of the greatest characters ever written.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22MUIQY9X77A3?ASIN=0439023521	wanted more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I know when a book is good.  When I am finished, I am looking around for more.  The Hunger Games make me want to read the next and the next.  It did not disappoint.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VO80ORZ4GZ6V?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A totally absorbing story, brilliantly written with excellent character development. A little soppy at the end but ----hey that's sometimes what these stories need.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R314UURGHUIWAU?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't stop reading! I loved it!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book I have read it so many times along with the rest of the series. I liked everything about this book! I give it 5 stars and recommend it to everyone!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIT6JRVA7ZJS8?ASIN=0439023521	Awesomeness	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">one of the most gripping books I have ever read... If fantasy and alternate universes are your chosen genres, then pick up this book without any further hesitation!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39O24SLLEX74O?ASIN=0439023521	A Refreshing New Piece of Popular Fiction	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm happy to see this was a major bestseller for YA fiction. I wasn't really crazy about the Twilight books and I think this novel has a lot more literary skill and a better story. I'm joyful to see some much-needed talent return to popular fiction. As for the story, it's great! The novel is very fast-paced, the characters develop through action rather than internal dialogue which keeps you turning the page. Suzanne Collins shows, she doesn't tell. On top of being a televised fight to the death in a strange, yet eerily familiar/plausible world (the allusions to Coliseum society of Ancient Rome are many), this is also an engaging love story with memorable characters. The dialogue is colored with characterization. Overall this is an engaging, action-packed, thought-provoking read. While the thought-provoking part is lacks compared to the amount of action in it, Hunger Games is an enjoyable, worthwhile read which is saying something. For a long time I resisted the urge to jump on the bandwagon and didn't read this book, but when I did I enjoyed every moment of it. It's a quick, easy read but stays with you after you turn off your Kindle.<br/><br/>5 Stars.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XAI9ZZEAPQVS?ASIN=0439023521	"The Hunger Games: For those who ""Crave"" Excitement"	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">In Suzanne Collins The Hunger Games, it's a fight to the death in the middle of an out of the ordinary reality show. In a time long past ours, America has become a war-torn land. No longer having states, the land is made into twelve sectors. In Sector 12, a teenage girl named Katniss has been entered in the drawing for the games. So has her nine-year-old sister. On the day of the drawing, everyone in Sector 12 is gathered at the center of the city, where the names shall be drawn for the representatives of the sector in the games. When the drawing for the female contestant is made, the unlucky winner is Katniss' sister. Outraged, she selflessly gives up her freedom from the games to keep her sister safe. The male representative is Peta, the baker's son, whom Katniss encountered several years ago. Now on their way to Sector 1, the site of the games. From the opening ceremonies, to the Cornucopia, fighting human-wolves and a suicide attempt, this is one fiction novel you'll never want to put down. An incredible tale of friendship from beginning to end, I recommend this book for people ages 12 and up. I know anyone who reads this will much enjoy this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUCIQGT3O04FU?ASIN=0439023521	Completely and utterly amazing...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book had so much carnage and ferocity. I read that many felt that Ms. Collins was extreme in her writing. I, however, believe that she was true to herself. As an author that knew exactly what she wanted to write she never held back for fear of offending someone. She pushed forward, not sparing anyone's feelings, including herself's. I admire her a great deal for that.<br/><br/>Katniss alone is deserving of a five-star rating. She has an incredible spirit that she emanates with every breath she takes and every word she speaks. She is completely unbreakable, someone worthy of our daughters' admiration. After everything that she's been through, all the suffering she has endured; emotional and physical she is still pushing forward. Caring for Prim and never feeling sorry for herself. I believe myself to be a strong-willed woman who says what she thinks and feels. I therefore admire that quality in others', whether they are fictional characters, such as Ms. Katniss Everdeen, or an author simply being true to who she is, like Ms. Suzanne Collins. Thank you for creating an amazing, enticing series! I look forward to your next series, whatever it may be.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9XPEOG9I19NJ?ASIN=0439023521	My Review on Suzanne Collins' The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">:) My Review  25/12/2012<br/><br/>My friend Georgia first introduced me to the book, but being a teen I went to see the movie before-hand. Ive now finished the book and persuaded my mum to buy me Catching Fire for Christmas! When I read the book I was disapointed to find a lot of the book different from the movie, like the Avoxes I can vaigily recall seeing an Avox in the movie, but theres no point in me sitting here complaining how diferet the two are to each other.<br/><br/>My favourite part of the book was... when Rue and Katniss blow up the Careers suplies but its sad Cato kills the boy from District 3.<br/><br/>My least favourite thing about the book is... well I dont really have one, if I had to choose something it would be that in some parts it kinda draggs on but I love the book to much to consider anything like that :)<br/><br/>My final paragraph is just to say how great it is, my 7yr old cousin is on to the last book ~ The Mockingjay, she loves it all the adventures the charachters everthing she just loves it. PErsonally I would rate the book a 4 and a 1/2 out of 5 stars!!!<br/><br/>By Anna Patete .Age: 13 :) Chanel College Mstn. NZ</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10E58RDEJL5WI?ASIN=0439023521	Wild and Colorful Ride	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book carries the reader swiftly from the start to the end in a story that has a very personal feel within the framework of a very compelling adventure. It is told in the first person through the eyes of Katniss who gets embroiled in the Hunger Games, an event akin to the ancient Roman gladiator fights in the Coliseum. The arena even has the underground rooms and tunnels like the Coliseum. However, unlike ancient Rome the Hunger Games takes place in the framework of advanced technology with frequent technological surprises along the way. The story of Katniss's participation in the Games reveals the structure of an oppressive society where the aristocrats or oligarchs in the Capitol control those living in the 12 districts. Those in the Capitol hold all the wealth and power and privilege while those in the districts suffer in poverty and food shortages and oppression. Like a good adventure story there is plenty of action as well as a web of relationships and interpersonal stories. All these operate within the framework of a society that monitors and controls its citizens very closely. <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Selected-The-Strange-Story-of-Captain-Jennings/dp/B005DI4906"">Selected-The Strange Story of Captain Jennings</a></span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RO3DNEMGB7UM5?ASIN=0439023521	Let the Games Begin!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After hearing so much hype about this book series, I finally decided to give it a shot.  I'll start by saying that the plot and theme of the book really did not interest me at all, but it's gotten so much praise (including from people I know and trust) that I put my personal preferences aside and gave it a whirl.  I'm glad I did.  It took me a few chapters to really ""get in"" to the story, but once I did, I didn't want to put it down.<br/><br/>I know this is a young adult science fiction novel, but I found it to be appealing.  Parts were a bit brutal, gory, etc., but that's the nature of the beast in this case.  The author tells this story in a first person, almost rapid fire style.  You're reading the book as if things are happening at that exact moment - not in the past.  The science fiction element only added to the suspense.  With names like Glimmer, Foxface, Cinna, etc. you're transported to a different time and place - where hovercraft roam and things can appear by the push of a button or a silver parachute - where jabberjays and mockingjays exist and you never know what is coming next.  I'm excited to get my hands on Catching Fire to continue the saga.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3I62UJAAT8DTE?ASIN=0439023521	Surprisingly good.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was not my typical read, however, I am glad that I did have the opportunity to read it. It was an unusual book...at first I couldn't believe that I was reading about kids killing kids or that this was marketed for young adults! Once they kids started training for the games I admit that I enjoyed the story. It was fascinating the way this ""world"" worked and how the hunger games were meant to keep the citizens in line and punish those that go against the capital and the wishes of those higher up. I loved the highly intelligent way that Katniss thought, planned, and plotted, BUT to me Peeta was the more likable character. Peeta and Rue kept reminding us that these were humans not animals and that they wanted people to remember them for their character and not their ability to win the games. Several times during the games I was disturbed to think that their eventually would be a winner, but what would they have won...they would always be reminded of what they had to do to come out on top. I don't know if I will read the next two books in the trilogy...I probably will, but I think I need a break from this intense storyline before I go back to it.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AZ5AZX83ERZH?ASIN=0439023521	George Orwell would be proud.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins' book ""The Hunger Games"" tells a great story that can appeal to many different types of readers. The story is about a young woman living in a dystopian nation. In this nation the government selects two teenagers from each area of the country to compete to the death, in this way the government maintains control of its subjects through fear. What makes this book great is that it can be as meaningful as the reader wants it to be. The book is a very easy read which appeals to people looking for a simple story. On the other hand, if the reader is looking for an Orwellian style story about corrupt governments, this book has that as well. The political ideologies that are discussed are subtle enough that it doesn't ruin the story line, but present enough to get the reader thinking. The main character could just as well be compared to Prometheus from Ayn Rand's book ""Anthem,"" as she could be compared to Juliet. Whether you want to read the book for its tale of a child overcoming seemingly insurmountable odds, or for its storyline of resisting oppressive governments, or for one of a million other reasons, the fact is you should read the book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Y18TI6YI5EEG?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The overall story was incredible. I very much enjoyed this book. I cannot wait to read the next two. However, I do feel the book lacked in a few areas, which is why I held back two stars. First, the written errors were bothersome, especially given this was my first book read on my new kindle fire. Given this book has been out for many years and this is an electronic copy I feel there should be no errors. As for the story itself, I feel inserting some snipers of how the family members, close friends and characters who had previous interactions with the Game's players were dealing with the Games, or at least those of district 12, would've be been key to an even better book. Additionally, given the normal response for two individuals going through a tremendous event, like the Games, is to fall in love, or rather mistake the intense chemical/physician responses they are flooded with for love, I feel Katniss should BE in love, especially since there was no developed love or any real hint of love between here and Gale. I am hoping the second book fills in these gaps. Lastly, length...it was too short of a book. Much more could have been told...Much more.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16NRETZBA4SXO?ASIN=0439023521	Familiar through the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Knowing a bit about what to expect in this case colors the story with much more interest on my part. The glamor of the movie characters certainly adds to the read!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R275ZTN93VAQ3E?ASIN=0439023521	I am a huge fan and recommend this trilogy for excellent reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was captivated by this series of books and couldn't put them down until I had read every word.  I am a huge fan and recommend this trilogy for excellent reading.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RY7HQ8SDQ6KUS?ASIN=0439023521	Left me starving for more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was late (2014) to catch on to these books, but after hearing all the hype &amp; reading the first for myself...it's hard to figure out why I put it off for so long!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OH1J7SCU8RCV?ASIN=0439023521	Read this action packed book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book because its full of action and is different than most books. Its also a movie and if you read the book it will help you understand the movie more.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NYDBSJKA2HOG?ASIN=0439023521	Interesting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Interesting science fiction plot that was thought provoking.  Catness, the appealing strong female main character, provided the action and humanized the situation.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3O9TOFHVNS47?ASIN=0439023521	Simply Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Rarely do I read a book after seeing a movie, but I had to read these. I needed more, more detail, more story, more of Suzanne's raw talent. Money very well spent.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4CI0R5MFNO87?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down, but had some issues	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Like everyone else I think the book was paced perfectly and well written.<br/><br/>Now I realize that these books were geared to teens, but I had problems with that part of the writing. Which was greatly disappointing because I do love the book. I thought she described the area and situations in a way that was easy to picture. I didn't like the way she described the main characters though. Maybe I'm used to my authors having a better idea of who they are writing about, but I had a lot of trouble picturing a lot of the characters and kept thinking of the movie characters. This could have been a writing ploy so that it is easier for teens to put themselves and their friends into these characters, but is was still disappointing to me.<br/><br/>The other thing I found very annoying was the actual battle scenes. While the last one is pretty graphic, the rest i found a little stale. Again, probably because this was written for teens. I'm a big horror fan, so to me it wasn't ""brutal"" as a lot of the reviewers are saying.<br/><br/> Now the context and subject matter are quite brutal. I cried a few times while reading, her story telling is wonderful.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UJ4MOGFKGF8E?ASIN=0439023521	All Its Cracked Up To Be	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a terrific book, enjoyed by both my fourteen year-old son and me.  It was an exciting page-turner, with political and psychological overtones.  Sort of a Lord-of-the-Flies meets 1984 meets The Running Man, except with a heroine instead of a hero.  As that description suggests, there is much that is familiar in the story, but, even though part of my brain said ""I've heard this story before,"" I found it memorable, fresh and compelling.  The heroine's deep courage, honor and drive are moving because they feel more real than is often the case in books of this genre.  She is far from perfect: impatient, impulsive, vengeful and scarred by her life experiences, and perhaps that is what makes her character so great.  The story is, of course, not realistic, but only at a few points does that lack of plausibility intrude on the tale.  This is the first book in a planned trilogy, and, while much is resolved by the end, enough is left hanging that we moved directly to the sequel.  This book is extremely violent for this kind of genre, and you care, so be warned for younger readers.  For everyone else, warning: you will not be able to put it down.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1K2ZYASR0IL42?ASIN=0439023521	Decent read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Although I am sure I will be scoffed at by the millions of teenage fans that support Collins' story and the movies based off of the Hunger Games novels, I chose a 3 star rating precisely for that reason.  Although The Hunger Games is a good story with an interesting plot, it is not worthy of any outstanding awards.  The main character is very hard to like due to her frequent selfish and stubborn decisions, which make rooting for her very forced.  The romance aspect of the novel is very reminiscent of the Twilight Saga, in which the main character is torn between two different love interests.  There are many parts that seem to be too dramatized in the sense that Collins is trying to make her world sound big, impressive and astounding, when really it feels as though there was little thought put into it.<br/><br/>Overall, the book is great for teenagers, which the book is mainly intended for.  However, if you are looking for a novel that will draw you in completely and immerse you into the storyline, than look for something like ""The Road"" instead.  Although The Hunger Games has a unique setting and plot, it is by no means a masterpiece.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9F52XK02FH6O?ASIN=0439023521	love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Not at all what I had expected. It's engaging and intense when you think about how it would effect someone's life like it does. One of the few books I can reread.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CZ2ZHGYDFPFO?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I watched the movie and loved it so I thought I would read the book. I'm so glad I did it was amazing! I can't wait to see what the next two have in store for me.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VYE0WI5V99AF?ASIN=0439023521	Juvenile soft snuff porn	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This seemed intent on titillating the bored homicidal teens of the upper class, with little regard to the risks of acting out by the juvenile bullies and bullied.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LWUK2YADUA99?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Slow start, but drew me in towards the middle when the action picked up. Outcome was predictable but was fun reading about how they got there. Plan to read book 2</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QU4PKXFDU8M3?ASIN=0439023521	Outstanding Work of Dystopia	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Simply... outstanding! It's been a long time since I literally couldn't put a book down. The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins is my favorite type of fiction. Set in a near future, post apocalyptic world, Katniss volunteers to take the place of her younger sister in a horrific game where representatives from 12 Districts around the country are forced to fight to their death in what's known as The Hunger Games. Televised country-wide, the games are intended to remind citizens of their place in society and hold back off rebellion. The fast-paced novel follows Katniss and her district partner Peeta as they prepare for their role in the game.<br/><br/>The popularity of reality shows and concerns about the rise of an elite class in American society make this a particularly timely novel for young people. Although the violence is intense, it provides a excellent opportunity to discuss the everyday fight for survival that young people living in war-torn areas of the world experience.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games series represents the best of dystopian fiction. I highly recommend this first book and look forward to the other two books in the trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LFS4E9JJPI0Y?ASIN=0439023521	A Star is Born	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am strangely attracted to stories about people who struggle and are humble, barely eking out an existence. I'm especially touched when there is sacrifice and bravery from people helping other people, sometimes in silence not expecting any kind of recognition for their good deeds. I enjoy no nonsense, non Hollywood/LA girls who get out there and quietly kick ass. These are some of the themes in this little science fiction beauty and there are some real tear jerking and touching moments. Society has become the worst we can imagine with the rich sitting back and creating games (it may remind you of the way the Romans were when they watched lions eat people) all for their own entertainment and in a way to control the masses and keep them in their lugubrious places.<br/><br/>I loved our main character, Katniss. Sometimes, I felt I was in her shoes, sometimes she was my daughter that I wanted to protect, and sometimes she was the one protecting me. She is a very honest, talented, and special. She may have it in her to be the reluctant leader of the movement that will change the screwed up world she lives in.<br/><br/>I'm looking forward to the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RP6X3LBP0RL3?ASIN=0439023521	Good Read, but PREDICTABLE=3.5 Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I read this book, everyone had loved it, so I assumed I would love it to.  The beginning plot was one never heard of before. In the ruins of America lies Panem. Panem is the ruins of the world from a war between the Capitol and the Districts. Every year, one boy and one girl are selected into the annual Hunger Games. 24 people enter the Hunger Games, but only one leaves Alive. Unfortunately, after I read the first 20 pages or so, I could predict most of the outcome. When Katniss and Peeta were selected, I didn't know that in the end, they would both win. However, I knew that Katniss would have to fight her way to the death match. The Hunger Games was full of detail and suspense, just like the movie. However, I would rate the book better than the movie because of the fact that in the book, you can picture Katniss better than the Directors of the movie did. Also, you can read her thoughts, something you couldn't do in the movie. This didn't get five stars because I could have read the first twenty pages and the last twenty pages and still have understood the entire book. It was a good read, but I hope the future books improve on this.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1AEBV01RIDGVQ?ASIN=0439023521	It is a page turner maybe not that unrealistic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I decided to read The Hunger Games after seeing it come up as a Kindle best seller on Amazon for quite a while followed by all the hype about the movie. I first got a sample, which I read without ordering, then finally got the book. It is a ""page turner"" once you get into it, especially the games themselves. By now I think everyone knows the basics of the plot. The decadent Capitol rules the oppressed colonies and forces the teenagers to engage in mortal combat for entertainment. It is easy to dismiss as unrealistic until you think of regimes such as North Korea that actually starve their citizens. The Romans had the gladiators and we have ""Survivor"", so I'm sure Americans would watch the Hunger Games if they existed in our reality. I think that's part of the point that Suzanne Collins is making with the book. People are drawn to violence and competition.  Of course you route for Katniss, the heroine, but mourn the deaths of the other ""tributes"". So as not to spoil anything, I will just say that Katniss is wise about some things and naive about others. Overall, I'd recommend the book as a compelling story. Now I'm ready to see the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16PL6DU9X47HL?ASIN=0439023521	It's a must read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is by far one of the best books I have ever read. I briefly had a problem adjusting to writing style but once lost in the story I was hooked. This author is exceptionally talented. Many other authors might fill several pages with description while this author paints extremely vivid pictures with only a few brush strokes. I also enjoyed the conversational tone of the narrative. As if, Katniss was telling her tale directly to me in my own home and if you know Katniss, she doesn't just trust anyone. So the illusion that I might just be a personal friend and confident to Katniss was truly impressive. And oh, did I feel her pain, her rage, her despair! Not very often there comes a story that is truly magic! I mean, Harry Potter, was a story about magic and has the place of highest honor on my bookshelves next to the Lord of the Rings books, but this one is entirely different. This book made me apart of the action. It made me feel like I know the characters on a personal level and once I was back in my own world I was left with a feeling like I'd just had a visit from an dear friend. I can't remember if I've ever read a book like it.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QX640CG6ANOC?ASIN=0439023521	Surprised by how much I was able to get lost in the book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have recently discovered a love of young adult literature, having been an English Lit major in my undergraduate studies. I like the easy to follow storylines and the lack of gratuitous sex scenes that are usually such a huge part of adult literature.  The Hunger Games was one of the first YA books I read and I can't believe how quickly I was sucked in!  I couldn't put it down and if I hadn't had to pause to go to class, I would have read it at one sitting! I even debated about whether or not I could justify skipping class just to finish this book!<br/><br/>Suzanne Collins manages to create a post-apocalyptic world in a way that seems so realistic, it was easy to forget that this place and time were works of fiction.  I don't like to give too much of the story away in a review, but suffice it to say that this book is definitely a must-read for young girls as the heroine in the story is a very strong, resilient young woman who goes to great lengths to first protect her mother and sister, then the people from her home town, and finally, all people suffering under a tyrannical regime and desperately wanting to be liberated!  It is a must read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TE0MSVVMND99?ASIN=0439023521	Intense!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow!  This story was so intense!  I had a hard time handling it, and I'm an adult!  I can't imagine being an early teen and reading this story.  Very well written!  It keeps the pages turning with surprises around every corner.  The story takes place in a fictional futuristic North America, which is divided into 12 districts.  Each district draws two names from a ""hat"", a girl and a boy.  These two are to represent the nation in a nationwide broadcast event called ""The Hunger Games"", a fight to the death for survival.  Suzanne Collins does an excellent job balancing action, emotion, and description, as there is the perfect amount of each!  It was not so like the Percy Jackson series, which I found to be all action, very little description, and hardly any emotion.  ""The Hunger Games"" was fast-paced and packed with anxiety. I could not wait to pick it up and see how the story was going to unwind.  Awesome!  Looking forward to reading the second one, unfortunately, I'm on hold for it at my library and it won't be available until 2 weeks!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14HYLCXS52EDZ?ASIN=0439023521	Spectacular	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I began the book I was a little weary of what I was getting into. I knew that many middle school aged children had been reading it and my first thought was that it was going to be a book aimed toward a younger group. Alas I was wrong and very happy I was.<br/><br/>Suzanne Collin's Hunger Gamers is a spectacular read. Each chapter leaves you hanging on the edge, not a dull moment to be had. Like any great book, when you think you know what is going to happen the author throws you a curve ball. The Hunger Games, in my opinion, is in the same league as the Harry Potter series. This book sets the tone for a great trilogy.<br/><br/>The book is such an easy read, the style it is written in takes a few chapters to get adjusted to. There is no age limitation for this book; middle schoolers, high schoolers, and adults will found this book a fun, interesting, and capturing read. I wasn't able to put the book down and I sure that those who have and will read it will have the same outcome.<br/><br/>I suggest this book to any reader, even to those who are not active readers, this book is worth the short amount of time you'll spend on it.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVCFAFJQUSTS1?ASIN=0439023521	loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I simply over the stark difference between life in the Districts and life in the Capitol. The book was riveting and plot was definitely well planned and in sync.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NC09AU847LA2?ASIN=0439023521	one of the best books I've ever read!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put this book down! Even though I saw the movie, the book kept me wanting more. It explained so much more than than the movie. Starting book two now!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KNEYQS7I2Z6R?ASIN=0439023521	Great series!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love the Hunger Games and you should too! They are targeted at children but readers of all ages would enjoy them. Also don't be lame and watch the movie first.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PXG6Y38959KD?ASIN=0439023521	Captivating!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Captivating.<br/><br/>better than the movie. It fleshes out the characters much more than the movie.<br/><br/>I'm looking forward to the rest of the trilogy!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2D1FRCANT4B75?ASIN=0439023521	A quick and great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Action packed book! Kept me on the edge of my seat. Dying to find out what happens next. Love the twists and turns and the characters. Can't wait to read book 2!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RG6CQP70CBMSD?ASIN=0439023521	Wow	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was ravished by the story. The book is told from Katniss' point of view, first person present tense. I think it works. I can't imagine this book any other way.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UPINPD1INBTK?ASIN=0439023521	Still shocked at how much I loved It!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">For the record, I hate science fiction of any kind, futuristic end of the world stuff, vampires, werewolves, soppy romance and anything I perceive as being not real.  I even hated fairy tales as a child.  The Wizard of Oz gave me nightmares.<br/>So what on earth, you might ask with tears in your eyes, was I doing downloading a copy of The Hunger Games onto my Kindle?<br/>This is not a genre I ever read.<br/>Well, there was so much hype about The Hunger Games I became curious.  I wanted to see why this book was number 1 for like forever.<br/>To my surprise I loved the book.  I couldn't put it down.  I read it over a weekend and didn't feed my family.<br/>The Hunger Games is well-written and has just the right amount of balance.  It felt real.  There were no aliens with 8 eyeballs to give me nightmares.  The plot was a tried and tested one.  Girl meets boy and has to overcome challenges to find love.  What made this a nail-bitingly good read was all the action, the cliff-hangers, the hooks, and the twists and the types of challenges that set this book apart from the rest.<br/>One almost forgot it was a YA novel.<br/>I loved it!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DW4K0AB1N4Z7?ASIN=0439023521	For a certain time of day	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Did anyone notice that no Pulitzer prize was awarded this year for fiction. The short list was underwhelming to be sure, but couldn't the committee have found one great book out of the obscene pile of books published this year? The answer is probably not. With books like this one, truly captivating and actually entertaining novels such as Deborah Hersh is a Liar go completely unnoticed. How many little masterpieces are out there that will never be read? How many worthy manuscripts never get published, never even get a lit agent to read more than the first page? There is too much garbage out there, but as long as people continue to buy these books, the landfill will only widen. However, Hunger Games falls within a genre all it's own. Though there is not much of literary value here, this book does engage the reader. For those not too demanding, the plot is enough to carry us along and books like this can bring new readers into the fold. My only hope is that people will also read writers like Dexter, Carpency, and Torres. If all the reader wants is the pot boiler, the reader will find that that will soon also be a thing of the past.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPT8FOBPVPK8C?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games completely fulfilled my expectations for what is proving to be an extremely popular book. I was forced to purchase the digital copy, since all physical copies in every airport anywhere seem to be permanently sold out. Perhaps the best way to communicate the book's excitement is simply to tell you that I finished the book cover-to-cover in about 5 hours.<br/><br/>The setting of the book is The Truman Show meets Roman gladiators, with the ages of the main characters adjusted to ""teenager"". I was perfectly able to escape into the book's world and engross myself in the story. I highly recommend reading the Kindle preview first, once you reach the end of the preview you should be certain that you must finish the rest of the book. I don't feel the writing of Hunger Games is perfect, the writing drifts from ""good"" to peaks of ""great"", so I'm not sure that it will endure as a classic work of literature in America, but I still strongly recommend the purchase. I will be purchasing book two of the series now!<br/><br/>If you enjoy this book, then you should look at the Shadow Children series by Margaret Peterson Haddix.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10SNAW4XX26Z8?ASIN=0439023521	If you read this book the odds will forever be in your favor!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is one of the best books I have ever read. period. It has a mixture of everthing so everyone who reads this will love at least something in it. I have read my fair share of dystopians but this book is the absolute best. the action is amazing! Though at times somewhat cring-worthy. The romance is somewhat of love triangle of course and i personally am somewhat sick of love triangles but this was done well and was beleivable. Trust me this was not Twilight people. The writing flowed and was completly flawless while the characters were colorfully and well developed. The only half flaw i can possibly find is they spent too much time mentoring and in front the cameras when i wanted them in the game but the reason i say it is a half-flaws is because this gave us the chance too love and know the other characters and for me this time was utilized well to give us clear picture of their world. I loved it! and would recomend reading it to everyone i know! Fair warning you better be able to devote a day or two to reading this because you wont be able to put it down! May the odds be ever in your favor! and happy Hunger Games!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TU4YNRTU71WT?ASIN=0439023521	Loved Katniss	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book starts off well and Katniss and Gale are characters that I could learn to like; however, as the story goes on Gale is mentioned less and less, but is instead replaced by Peeta whom I really did not care for. He seems like a nice guy but all he ever provided for Katniss was trouble. Yes he was with the careers and helped steer them away from her but from the most part he was just troublesome for Katniss. I loved Katniss's character because she was a strong independent woman but she was also compassionate and caring. However; she ends up becoming attached to Peeta and that’s where the problems begin. If she wasn’t attached to Peeta then the rebellion would not have started. It’s interesting how one small thing can change the world.<br/><br/>Aside from Peeta, I loved the characters. The plot was interesting and there was just enough drama and romance to keep me reading. I would have liked to have gotten to the games a little faster and gone more in depth with the games. The pregame shows and interviews were interesting but I would have liked the game to have been more elaborated, or at least the uprising after the games.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R399F08T07TFY7?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">First Harry Potter, then Twilight, and now the Hunger Games?? I'm turning into a teenager!<br/><br/>I really wasn't sure what to expect with this book. It was sad, depressing, hopeful, romantic, and exciting all at the same time. Although the premise is very violent, I feel like the actual violence and gore is kept to a minimum. The story line is pretty predictable, but that didn't stop me from turning the page. The only really annoying thing was all of the kissing in the 2nd half (whether it was real or not!). I was also a little surprised by what a girly girl Katniss could be - I thought she would be totally against a makeover and getting fussed over by the stylists!<br/><br/>All I can say is, I hope I don't live long enough that North America (or the world) becomes anything like Panem. I guess it doesn't really matter since I'm not aged between 12 and 18!<br/><br/>I've already ordered the other 2 books in the series and can't wait until they arrive. I hope it explains more about Panem - like how do you get to live in the Capitol? What is life like in the other districts? And of course, more about an impending Katniss-Peeta-Gale love triangle.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IQ2665BGJ8NS?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful Surprise	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I guess I can be considered a late adopter. I heard so much about The Hunger Games and decided to see what all the hype was about. Glad I did. An exciting ride!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R347KN3GOONF82?ASIN=0439023521	Ahhhmazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it! This book made me feel like I was there with them, engrossed me into it so that I felt like I was coming out of a slumber. Can't wait to start book 2!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14R9ACU1Y8ZEA?ASIN=0439023521	just what i needed	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">LOVE this book. I work full time and have 2 kids under age 6 ... I needed an escape book to read and this book does just that. Can't wait to read the other two!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3R84NHPJ3K3N5?ASIN=0439023521	better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Already seen the movie but this was better. Such amazing detail. I read this while camping in the mountains and found myself often imagining being in the Games.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31D2CH6NNJQNM?ASIN=0439023521	great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I think that this was a very interesting book for many reasons.  It was in a setting in the future but had a strange divided government that you would think to hear about in the past.  Just the concept of the hunger games was interesting; they punish the whole nation every year for something that was done nearly eighty years back!<br/><br/> The story of the poor teenage girl that sells game to feed her younger sister and her mother sounds like something that could possibly be going on in our society today.  It got even more intriguing when you would think that the main character gets picked to fight for her life but really it turns out it is her young, innocent sister!  I had to go back and reread that to make sure I was seeing straight!  But of course she took her place out of love because that is what almost any good older sibling would do.<br/><br/> I will not give away much more of the plot but how the author chose to set out the storyline and how she laid out who the characters were and what they were like was different in a better way then I have ever read before.  It is a great read and one that you will not want to put down.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RL7IZ73TEKYR?ASIN=0439023521	Gripping, disturbing and pack full with suspense.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Gripping, disturbing and pack full with suspense. The Hunger Games is a must read!<br/><br/>I'll be honest; I tried to stay away from The Hunger Games. I even ignored the movie previews. It wasn't until after I had had many people tell me to read it that I finally decided to give in and see what the hype was about.<br/><br/>When I picked up the first book yesterday, I had no clue what it was really about, which in turn made it that much better. After the first 50 pages I really wasn't sure what to think other than, Wow, this is just so wrong. But as wrong as it was, I just couldn't stop reading. Even though I knew it would only get worse I tried to tell myself that nothing could happen that was worse than what had already happened to Katniss.<br/><br/>I was wrong. Each time I thought we were bound to see a happy moment more danger was thrown in and I was at the edge of my seat, cheering, crying, and plain freaking out for the characters. The violent concept of The Hunger Games is barbaric but also amazing.<br/><br/>And of course, the ending had me hanging on to the very last word. I cannot wait to start the next book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHU8DSNSVZR0Z?ASIN=0439023521	Possibly my favorite book, and thats saying something	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A friend recommended this book to me, and THANK GOD she did. I will admit, I am a sucker for certain types of books/movies/TV shows. Angels, Good vs. Evil, Tournaments, Post-Apocalyptic, and Reality. This had 4/5 and made my day! More like month.<br/>The premise is simple enough, its about a tournament where 24 kids (1 boy, 1 girl) from 12 different regions (districts) are thrust into an arena and forced to kill evryone else until there is only one survivor. Katniss is forced to enter, and it is one of the most engaging stories I have read in a LONG time. I didn't want to put it down, I had to know what was coming next, who would be the next to die.<br/>The only cons I could find were few and far between. The Setting, Panem, is from the ruins of North America they say. I want to know what happened to Africa, Asia, Europe. I found a few parts predictable/cliche, but if it ain't broke, don't fix it right? Last, the names of people. Katniss, Primrose, Peeta, Glimmer. It didn't kill the story, but names like Jessica, Daniel, and Mary might not have hurt. Well, except for Katniss and Prim, but to know why, you have to read this book ;)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2I51QYXPFV0K2?ASIN=0439023521	Surprisingly wonderful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">From the summaries that I've read, I wasn't certain how I felt about investing the time to read this novel, however, I was surprised to find that I really loved the story.  Yes, the premise seems morbid.  Sacrifice two children from each district and send them to the Capitol to fight to be the last one standing.  With odds like that stacked against them, the future quickly became bleak for twenty-four of the districts' citizens.<br/><br/>However, woven into this tense, quick-moving story of survival is a truly honorable story of trying to do the right thing in the face of so much adversity.  There are two romances which are developed and questioned throughout the novel.  I don't think that most readers will regret picking this book up.  I didn't expect to like it, but found myself drawn to the characters and sucked into their lives.  It's a thrilling read with twists and turns.<br/><br/>Suzanne Collins' style is a seemingly simple, yet intricate way of weaving a story and it develops throughout the book, never dropping off or leaving loose ends.  I'm very impressed and looking forward to the next book which is due out in September.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R511E2VISBPO4?ASIN=0439023521	An Amazing Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was a great read. The way it was written made you feel like you were with Katniss every step of the way. This book is very graphic but also opens up your mind and allows you to share the same prospective as the people in District 12. If you're not captivated on Katniss' compelling life story you are caught up in the action, romance, or the suspense in the book. The way the book is written is as if you yourself are in the arena with Katniss and you can witness each gruesome death and each loving kiss that goes on during the games. At one moment you are speed reading to see who will survive the latest confrontation and then you are praying for Peeta to get better, because you know Katniss would be heart broken if he died. You share the same tears as the characters in this book and you can almost feel the sting from every wound they endure both physically and mentally during the games. And as soon as you finish this book you will be reading the next because you are so desperate to see what the life of Katniss Everdeen is like after the games, and it might not be at all what you expected.<br/>  ~ Angeleki Zecopoulos</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2F74RYZWDDW1V?ASIN=0439023521	Well written dystopian novel	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was first introduced to the Hunger Games by watching the movie, and after listening to  all of the hype surrounding it, I was disappointed with it.  I figured I would give the novel a try, and was pleasantly surprised at how much better it was than the movie.  First off, Suzanne Collins is a very talented writer.  She has a mastery of prose that, as a fellow writer, I can appreciate.  Many of the things that really aggravated me about the movie were things that they changed from the novel that made the sequence of events and the story logic make no sense.  They should have just let things stay as they were when they made the movie adaptation because the novel is far more logical and has a much better flow to it.  I like the first person perspective, which focused the story to everything that Katniss experiences.  From a technical standpoint, I didn't like the present tense that was used in the story.  I thought using a more traditional past tense would have worked better.  Otherwise, this was a strong novel, and I look forward to reading the remaining entries in the series.<br/><br/>Carl Alves - author of Blood Street</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RWUR088E5KDO?ASIN=0439023521	The best story I've read ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm not a native English user and I seldom read the same book for twice. However there are so many paragraphs in this novel that I kept going back and re-read.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2EHRZRQ16GF1?ASIN=0439023521	Good Book, Arrived Quickly	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved the book; read it almost non-stop in a few hours. Very fast, entertaining, engrossing read.<br/><br/>The book arrived quickly and in perfect condition.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TVKJZPALPNNE?ASIN=0439023521	Great page turner.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Once I got into it couldn't wait to see what she would kind of fix she would get into next. Loved all 3 books in the series and buzzed through them in no time.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IFVYFNJFA6O9?ASIN=0439023521	Emotional and exciting!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i absolutely recommend this book  for anyone who loves action packed books with the soft side of sadness and romance. i love this book and everything about it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1S2X4JRVXPJQ9?ASIN=0439023521	Captivating!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great book! My students love it and are eager for reading time instead of dreading it! Much like the Harry Potter series, these stories are a marvel!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25S32JZDGRSX4?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fast read.  I couldn't put it down until I was finished.  I am already anxiously awaiting the next book... Thank you Stephenie Meyer for a great book referral.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3ROWPNYIIHXSX?ASIN=0439023521	Good narration, well paced.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm pretty sure everyone's read this one by now or a large portion of people. After watching the movie I had decided to read the book. I think for me it was the smarter thing to do even though I kept telling myself that I wanted to read it first and then watch.<br/><br/>While the movie put a lot of the book into visuals the book really draws on the feelings and what the characters are thinking and going through. It really goes into more depth. Although, I'm not sure what I expected there's only been two books where I thought the movies were actually better.<br/><br/>I enjoyed this well enough. A lot happened. Not only did Collins have a lot of world building she had a lot of character building as well. Katniss volunteers in order to take her sister's place in the annual Hunger Games. A deadly match between one boy and one girl of each district ensuring that the districts never rise up against the Capital, Panem, again.<br/><br/>Really a crazy ride from the beginning all the way to the end which leaves us sort of on a cliffhanger. The story is wrapped up but you can just tell there's lots more to come for Katniss.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2EVXG9N3MMR2G?ASIN=0439023521	Stunning, brilliant, engaging, perhaps perfect.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely adore this series. The main character, Katniss Everdeen, is quite possibly the best written, most relatable, and well balanced female character that I've ever encountered in literature. What a gift Collins has given young women, as Katniss is strong, passionate, and caring. She has been struck with tragedy, forced into terrible unbelievable situations time and time again, and without a blink she will take her sisters place at the face of death. Katniss is not wealthy, not described as sexy or knock out beautiful, and she has been through so much in just 16 years, yet I would gladly trade places with her to be as strong, brave, skilled, and inwardly beautiful as she is. The books follow an incredible world full of adventure, sadness, and politically charged war. Suzanne Collins is brilliant and a wonderful and skilled writer, as I have never been glued to the unlit pages of a book at the crack of dawn, with tears streaming down my face before; the characters will suck you in, and you'll stay for either your love or passion for their journey or the excitement, adventure, and insanity of the journey itself.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29KKLF4RTJMTK?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After a large war the world as we know it is over. All that is left of the world is the Capitol: Panem and 12 sournding districts. Katniss Everdeen lives in district 12 and when the anual Hunger Games comes around her and her family fear the worst. The Hunger Games are the Capitols ways of punshing the citizens and their children for the uprise several years ago. During the Hunger Games two children bettwen the ages of 12 and 18 are chosen to go and fight to the death in the Arena.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games was a book that I could not put down. From the very first page you are captured and transported into a world where you will live day by day in the Arena. The Hunger Games is not your normal book, Suzanne Collins has gone where not many authors before her have gone. There are times when her writing slips a little and does not keep up with the rest of the story but she almost always immedatly regains it. Giving the book an opjective view I would give it an A. Only because of small plot holes and the writing slips.I found this book very enjoyable and would recomend it to any reader.<br/><br/>This is a review from my blog: [..]</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSUKZA5NPQKYA?ASIN=0439023521	Worth all the hype	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Walk..wait maybe you should run...to the bookstore, library or wherever you gets book and pick up a copy of The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins.  I've read many wonderful things about this book.  And if you look at ratings on Barnes and Noble or maybe Amazon, you can see it gets overall fantastic reviews.  This made me hesitant, because I don't want to be disappointed.  It's why I put off reading the Twilight and Harry Potter series for so long. But, I'm glad I didn't wait for this one (or least wait too long).  Tthis book was everything I hoped and was looking for in a new series. I've read a lot of books this year, and only one other has captured my attention the way this one did. I borrowed this from the library, but you can bet I will be buying my own copy now.  I have to warn you though, its part of a supposed trilogy.  Apparently there were quite a few people who were upset by this (some people don't like books in a series while others didn't realize and were disappointed by abrupt ending).  The sequal ""Catching Fire"" just came out on September 1st, and the 3rd book in the series comes out in August of 2010!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RECHZHINDN3Q?ASIN=0439023521	I loved it.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is amazing. Look, I am not a teenager therefore I am out of target. The movie was on Sunday night. I bought it in the morning and finish reading in the afternoon, just in time to watch the movie. English is not my native language which makes my reading ""slow"". I've had to look several words on the dictionary lol what made my reading ""slower"" lol.<br/><br/>BUT I JUST COULDN'T STOP READING.<br/><br/>The book is well written. The narrative is dynamic! The plot is interesting although the idea is not entirely new. The characters are so ""alive"" that you can easily relate to them. You can feel their pain and their misery.<br/><br/>You can't forget them easily.<br/><br/>Katniss is a survival and her personality is a lot like mine. I loved her.<br/><br/>The only point is that I've expected her to be more of a fighter. Physically speaking. Somebody that even being small, could use the fists. First surviving law when you are small. Just an idea. Not enough to be disappointed.<br/><br/>This book is very entertaining and I'm buying the continuation today.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38MHD402MXRU0?ASIN=0439023521	A great read. Katnis is a tough cookie and she ...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A great read. Katnis is a tough cookie and she is abrasive and yet you can't help but love her and sympathize on the situation. It's a great book for thought.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FRTLK2AJQJN5?ASIN=0439023521	Very good. Unexpected, tense, wonderful story.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very good. Unexpected, tense, wonderful story and absolutely something to think about and consider.<br/>much better than the movie. will read the next books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QH3YC22PCNFE?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the best book I have ever read. It has so much action and excitement. It is very different from the movie. I hope people can enjoy this book. :] :] :]</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RN4NAE8CLEUJF?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If anyone is or was thinking of getting this book stop now and just click buy because this is the best book  ive ever read. No words after that just period...</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QZC8XM9B3B9G?ASIN=0439023521	Reminiscent of The Lottery	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The strength given to a female lead is nice to see. There is basis for the rebellion....... As government becomes increasingly overbearing in our world today.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39Y3C4UUQVCZV?ASIN=0439023521	Adventurous	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is the one of the best books that I have ever read. It was a very adventurous book and I think that lots of people would really enjoy it too.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R368X8AYTZWCZF?ASIN=0439023521	Really good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought this book was an adventure. I got stuck on it, and I couldn't stop reading. I think the author did a really great job. I would read this book again.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R380ZSURWBGFHU?ASIN=0439023521	Quick, Simple and Satisfying	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I think I'm the last person on the planet to read this book, and after all the hype I was REALLY skeptical (I got tricked into reading a Twilight book and I still haven't recovered). That being said, here are my thoughts:<br/><br/>This is a book written for a teenage audience. It's very short, simplistic and basic. The plot line is straight forward, and the action starts quickly. There's very little in the way of prologue or character development. The characters are very basic and one dimensional, and the plot evolves in a very predictable way. For younger audiences I can see the appeal. It wastes little time with flowery language, and you're right in the thick of the action very quickly. The story develops and resolves itself in the exact way you would want it to, without any real surprises or emotional blows, and the book is done very quickly.<br/><br/>It's a fast read (I was done in about 4-5 hours), and fast paced and entertaining enough to want to keep reading. It's not a classic, it's not a subtle critique of humanity or our political environment. It's just a fun story... And for that, I give it 3 stars!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TMI9PO9ATPC6?ASIN=0439023521	Unsatisfied Hunger	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really did want to like this book, but I can't help but feel the marketing machine and the popularity of the book tricked me and thousands of others.<br/><br/>It takes quite a bit of skill to pull off a first-person narrative, and Collins struggled to create the suspense necessary to carry the book because of being locked into voice of the lead character, Katniss. The book plods along slowly as its sets the stage for this showdown in the arena, which is largely uninteresting and rushed. The plot had so much potential but just fell flat with a wooden lead and a writing style that made me want to just hurry up and end it all. If I could've found some nightlock berries, I might would have eaten them to end it all more quickly.<br/><br/>I am giving this book 3 stars (an average rating) because perhaps my expectations were so high due to the way this book has been hyped, but if I had never heard of this book before, it would've received 1-2 stars. I'm definitely not reading the next books in the series as finding out what might happen Katniss' droll life just doesn't interest me. Keep your money. Save your time.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GXYLYIV11P49?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games  the most awesome popular book everyone wants to read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I chose this rating for the right reason,  the book deserves it. The Hunger Games is a great book that I would recommend to anyone from 10 to 99 because everyone can read this book in their own way, it is not as much fighting and bloody as some people think, and this book is an introduction to government for young readers. Instead of sitting through boring  lectures about this type of government does this and this type does that it shows young readers a government were they can say how wrong or right they think it is. then you compare it to our government and you get sensation of wow that if we let the government stay like this we could turn into the Hunger Games and that would not be good. I can't really compare this book to any other I have read except one that is titled Anthem and has that same futuristic type of feel and also talks about government. I Love The Hunger Games SO MUCH and would thrilled if someone read my review and then decided to read the wonderful love story futuristic action packed intense government introduction and fun amazing book that everybody wants to read...... and that means you too.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MM8LEDQOMX3R?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome book, with only one major flaw	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">There are already so many positive reviews of this book, so I'm going to make mine short:<br/><br/>Read this book.  Although the writing style is rather simplistic, it has a great story and is a great read for adults of ALL ages.  Very suspenseful and exciting...you will not be disappointed.<br/><br/>Now to the negative.  Nothing in following text reveals story or plot points, but if you are particularly picky about spoilers, STOP reading here.<br/><br/>There is a large plot twist in chapter 18, and as soon as it hit I knew Collins made a huge mistake.  As soon as I read it, I shouted ""deus ex machina!"" out loud, and that's exactly what it was.  It was clear that this twist would shape the remainder of the book, and likely result in the loss of the main source of tension, which was at the heart of the book from the get go.  In fact, this proved to be true, and nearly all of the tension and suspense was lost in the remainder of the book.<br/><br/>This book is very good, but I think that it had the potential to be great.  Unfortunately, Collins cared to deeply for her characters, and so the story suffered.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1EE3NKI1Z643G?ASIN=0439023521	It Could Happen	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is a well-written and engaging story of a dystopian future that could happen, and that may already be forming.  The story does not rely on magical fantasy or much in the way of ""far out"" scientific breakthroughs -- with the exception of the ""mutts"".<br/><br/>The story includes elements of the ancient Roman ""bread and circus"", adventure, romance, the ""love triangle"" conflicts/angst, defiance, revolution, revenge, compassion.  I saw the movie of the same title a year before reading the book.  They book provides more explanations regarding the relationships between the characters and regarding elements such as the genetic manipulations that created the mocking jays and tracker-jacker wasps.  If you saw the movie, read this book.  If you might see the movie, read this book.<br/><br/>This book is fiction.  However, if you are fascinated or disturbed by this book, take a look at P.W. Singer's book, Children at War. See http://www.amazon.com/Children-at-War-P-Singer/dp/0520248767  Singer's book is not fiction, but a documentary that makes the Hunger Games appear to be rather refined and civilized.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R386CYL6M9MWIJ?ASIN=0439023521	Completely Engrossing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely loved reading The Hunger Games! The story is so exciting and interesting that I couldn't help but read it at every opportunity. I sped through the book and I cannot wait to get my hands on book two, Catching Fire.<br/><br/>Katniss, the heroine, is a strong, independent character. Her world revolves around survival, and luckily that skill is a necessity to her when she finds herself as a contender in The Hunger Games. The society in the story holds annual Hunger Games and representatives from every district are expected to fight to the death in these ""games."" The last contestant standing is the victor, but the competition is fierce, and a diverse skill set is needed to survive.<br/><br/>I've heard The Hunger Games series compared with the Twilight saga and Harry Potter series. I agree with the comparison to action-packed, fantastical, young adult fiction. However, The Hunger Games lacked all the negative aspects I found when reading the others. There's no room for a whining inner dialogue here. No part of the book felt long, or drawn out. With every turn of the page the plot unfolded and became more engrossing.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZ2O0IE6TVZ65?ASIN=0439023521	100 STARS!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am a hesitante reader and it will normally take me about 1 and 1/2 weeks to read a smaller book because i get bored quickly, I tried this book and I read it in 3 days that is like a record for me! Anyways I thought i was in Panem the whole time and I just was amazed on how this book was thought of! I did not put this book down, this book is romantic, fast moving, action packed, and I have to admit I came close to tears in a few parts puting mmyself in her shoes! I'm shocked that stupid twilight got a movie and the Hunger games didn't so far! I really want it to come out soon, I know the plot sounds weird but it is fantastic! It made em appreceiate the things I have! BEST BOOK EVER!<br/>  I felt like I actually knew the characters as if gale was my best friend and prim my little sister and peeta well I don't know what to call him but I guess fake boyfriend. I loved the writing and I could not put that down! I could comprare them to people I know that were similar so it seemed more real to me! I can picture everything in my head as she explained them and it's almost as if there was a movie playing inside of me!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNFY9476KKLAN?ASIN=0439023521	Marvelous book; even the inside cover is worth reading!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was skeptical at first, picking up this book. The cover seemed like one of those classic ""super-spy, action-packed"" books that I don't enjoy very much. Then I read the inside cover, and the plot drew me in immediately. It seemed like a good book, just from that. And so I read on.<br/><br/>In the remains of North America, a new nation pulled together, consisting of thirteen districts and one Capitol. Each district specialized in one resource, and it might have worked. But then there were rebellions-- people living in the lesser districts rose up against the Government. In return, the President annihilated the thirteenth district, to show domination over the country. Not only that... He created the Hunger Games. A Game in which two children from each district battle to the death, and the last man alive wins. When a young girl is chosen for district 12, her sister, Katniss Everdeen, volunteers to take her place. She doesn't expect that an old childhood friend would be drawn with her. The Government's cruel tricks and Katniss's cleverness leads to a wonderful plot, and, ultimately, great book-- now one of my favorites.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1STNXO4AZNT5B?ASIN=0439023521	would Katniss kill the person she likes to survive read the amazing book and find out yourself	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Abdul Baqi<br/><br/>A place known as North America changed into a place known as Panem. Panem is a very rich City surrounded by twelve Districts. Every year because this very rich City, known as The Capitol, is so rich and likes to think they control all the districts which they do there is something known as The Hunger Games. This is where two children, one boy and one girl from each district from the ages of twelve to eighteen, have to leave their families and compete in The Hunger Games, an event that is aired on TV's all over Panem live. When Katniss Everdeen, aged sixteen from District 12, has to volunteer to take the place of her twelve year old sister Primrose after Primrose’s name is called to become the 23rd member to compete in The 74th Hunger Games, she promises to Prim that she will win. The 24th person is known as Peeta which Katniss has developed feelings for but in the end only one could survive, would Katniss kill the person she likes to survive read the amazing book and find out yourself. I would probably give this book a rating of 5 stars because it was a great book and really well written.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PU69FSJ3SGBF?ASIN=0439023521	Fascinating but dark	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I definitely enjoyed reading this book and was anxious to get back to it every time I had to put it down.  The story was action-packed and the author's creativity is impressive.  I loved the character of Katniss- her concern for others, her bravery, her cleverness.  I loved all the plot twists in the Arena, it really was unpredictable and suspenseful.<br/><br/>One criticism I could make is that some of the interior monologue is weak.  For example, when Katniss is drawn to the tribute who reminds her of her sister- Collins doesn't let us figure that out ourselves: she spells it out for us. ""Prim, I mean Rue...""  Of course, this book was published by Scholastic and intended for a young audience, so maybe this very dumbed-down symbolism is necessary.<br/><br/>As many have noted, it really is very violent/dark/disturbing.  I don't know if I would want my children reading this book or seeing the movie.  While it is intended to teach a valuable lesson , I think it would be a lot for a kid to handle.  I think it would have given me quite a few nightmares when I was 12.<br/><br/>Can't wait to read the other two!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RY4O4PI74XEKL?ASIN=0439023521	A glaring technicality	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had no problem suspending disbelief with respect to there being no significant rebellions in the book which deals, after all, with a mere microcosm in the space and time of the story arc, nor did I have a problem with the rationale for the ""hunger games,"" which seems to recapitulate the typical historical explanations for the gladiatorical spectacles of the Roman Empire.<br/><br/>The only bone I have to pick with the author has to do with the protagonist's (Katniss) temporary loss of hearing in one ear.  This should actually have been a very serious problem, of which the author is obviously not aware, since it occurs at a critical juncture in the storyline.  Deafness in one ear would mean that she cannot tell direction of sound, a possibly fatal condition for Katniss, since she is in a life-and-death struggle, not only as a hunter, but as the hunted.  In stalking her prey and being stalked, however, Katniss seems to magically hear stereophonically anyway.  I enjoyed the book in spite of having a problem suspending disbelief on what was to me a very important point.  I look forward to reading the rest of the trilogy.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IWYFHWL2MLGI?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't Put It Down (and can't wait for the next)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger Games is a fast-paced novel based on a futuristic plot where 24 Tributes from 12 districts must fight against each other to the death. Their war is aired live in a reality TV manner and is required viewing for all citizens. There is never a dull moment during these games. If the tributes aren't fighting against each other then the gamemakers are spicing up the game with ricks of their own.<br/>Suzanne Collins takes you through an entire range of emotions in this action-packed journey. You feel joy over the tributes success. You feel sadness when the tributes are wounded. You feel anger at the gamemakes for the brutal game they invented. The characters in this book are so well-developed that you can't help but to care for them. This leaves the reader feeling tormented because you know only one can survive.<br/>This book is written in a manner that doesn't allow you to put it down. Each chapter ends with an excitement that is carried over to the beginning of the next chapter. You will finish this book wanting more. Luckily this is just the first of a series. I can't wait to see where the next book will take us.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23C8TDI3KXLC9?ASIN=0439023521	A fantastic, original page-turner!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm always looking for my new favorite book to recommend.  I love original story lines and I don't discriminate with my book genres - I love them all!  I bought this book because People magazine recommended it as one of their top picks for the year and they described it as, ""Twilight for males."" I'm not a guy but I tend to like books that guys like, too, so I decided to go for Hunger Games.  I loved the Twilight series, despite the fact that I read them when I was 26/27 and am not a teenager.  Having read Hunger Games, I'm not sure that I would put it in the same grouping as Twilight.  It's more like Ender's Game (great book) meets 1984/Brave New World.<br/><br/>I love the 2 books in the series so far because the characters are so original and engaging, the story is really original, and there are so many exciting twists and turns that I literally don't know what to expect in the 3rd book, Mockingjay.  All I know is that I absolutely CAN'T wait for Mockingjay.  I already gave Hunger Games to my dad to read and he tore through book 1 and 2 so quickly and is eagerly anticipating the 3rd book as well.  Awesome book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LKGVFPCQ8SGQ?ASIN=0439023521	Best book EVER	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">if your like me and love a good adventure this is perfect book for you  .  And beware it is a slight romance. I just finished and I am starting catching fire</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWBJ8IOWYWPCE?ASIN=0439023521	A MUST READ!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So much better the the movie! More in depth. Explains relationships that they dont have time too delve into i the movie , read in 2 days! Could not put down!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FLE1MQOLR2MK?ASIN=0439023521	Super duper story!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Outstanding book! Spine gripping non-stop suspense. Makes u not want to put down the book before the story ends. Highly recommended, for teens &amp; even adults!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KJEVH65ZMS0F?ASIN=0439023521	I could read it again and again!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hands down the best series I've read. I'm depressed it is over and I'm about to read it again because I miss the characters already! Great book for all ages!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1X6CYWQ7T57WZ?ASIN=0439023521	Awesomeness	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Captivating book that is very intelligently written with turns that keep me wanting more! Thrilling and captivating are the best words to describe this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DRGJQH8UFROS?ASIN=0439023521	Best Book Ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the best book ever you are totally hooked by chapter 3 perfect book for 10 and up I am12 and loved it has a twist of mystery love suspense and action</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRY7KPYK2R7UN?ASIN=0439023521	Curiosity overcame me....	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have been hearing about this trilogy for months now, as well as the fact that a major film is in process and due to be released next summer.  As an adult reader and film addict, I was somewhat disappointed by the later Twilight books so I resisted starting this series, but I finally succumbed and I'm glad I did as I greatly enjoyed the first book and I'm looking forward to the remaining two, particularly the third one. Frankly, after reading a few pages, I became possessed by the story, particularly the pace of it, and couldn't put it down. Katniss Everdeen is a very appealing heroine and I found her struggle to maintain her innate humanity in the face of the most basic and stomach-churning of survival situations quite fascinating, however what really gripped me has to be the lightning tempo of the book that simply would not allow me to put it down. There is great enjoyment in swallowing a deliciously riveting story such as this in one big gulp. This is one of those ""ultimate in fun reads""! If for no other reason, I recommend it to anyone who wants to simply go away to another world for a couple of hours.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33NDLR4WCUE59?ASIN=0439023521	does not measure up to all the hype	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">maybe my expectations were too high, when I started reading this book. From the word-of-mouth reviews I had heard, I guess I was expecting something of the calibre of Harry Potter..<br/><br/>the book starts off very well..a bit slow in the beginning, but picks up speed as we go along..<br/><br/>but towards the later part, there are a few ""slips"" - unanswered behavior, predictable events, other characters behaving too conveniently for the protagonist, rather than according to their vested interests, etc.. some scenes also felt very drawn out - far too much drama and far too much introspection for my liking..<br/><br/>read it once -  but don't think I would re-read it ever..<br/><br/>read the reviews of the next book in the series - Gale was probably the only character I would have liked to read about and explore more - and that would have been the motivation to read the next book - but the reviews seemed to indicate that that character did not get much spotlight in the next book, and that some of the introspection seems to be repeated - so will be skipping the remaining books of the series..</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2R1436EEPLJ4E?ASIN=0439023521	The book is every bit as exciting as I hoped it would be	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">By now, everyone knows what the Hunger Games are.  It's an outstanding story and a great movie too!  I got this because my daughters and I have seen the movie a couple of times and have watched Catching Fire and really wanted to start reading the books to see how much was different.  Great decision.  The book is indeed different from the movie.  It's not so much different that the difference annoy you, more like enough of a difference that it's fun to pick out the areas that differ and why.  The book is very good reading and makes you just want to keep reading it.  It's very hard to put down.  I got the Kindle version and love the fact that I can start reading on one device, and if I have a few minutes and want to read it, I can use any other device to pick right up where I left off.  I'm not going to go into the full details of the book since there are way too many reviews already that do that.  I'm just going to tell you that if you like to read, or want to get your kids more involved in reading, then it's a book that no one will be unhappy with.  I'm very glad to have this as part of my collection now.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17ER529RFS3FT?ASIN=0439023521	Let the Games Begin.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was recommended to me by a professor for an assignment to read a young adult novel.  Described to me as ""Imagine Survivor where they have to kill each other."" I had gone in with expectations of violence, betrayal and suspense, and The Hunger Games certainly delivers.  The story of Katniss Everdeen is packed full of twists and turns, sorrow and joy.  She provides a glimpse into a post-apocalyptic North America where the Capitol rules over the districts that make up Panem.  Through a turn of unfortunate events, Katniss is forced into a life or death situation where she must use her wits to survive a harsh game where all odds seem against her.  Through out these trials Katniss struggles to find what is important in life, and what is worth dying, and living for.<br/><br/>Suzanne Collins did a wonderful job of creating an interesting story that is easy to read.  Skillfully twisting suspense, romance and action to create a story that seemed to come to life from the pages, this is a great story to get a teenager reading.  The end of the book will have you wanting the sequel in your possession immediately.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IHPFJSM0JTA4?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry For More	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">24 go in, but only 1 can win. ""Set in a future where the Capitol selects a boy and girl from the twelve districts to fight to the death on live television, Katniss Everdeen volunteers to take her younger sister's place for the latest match."" This is the first book I've read in a LONG time that I really enjoyed from start to finish. From the first chapter I was completely into the plot and the characters which can only mean the author, Suzanne Collins, is a great story teller. The Hunger Games is basically a story about survival, government control, self awareness, + , possibly, love. I'm not going to give anything away in terms of story but I will say this book is definitely worth a read...and a reread, lol.<br/><br/>I'm very excited about the film adaptation of the novel coming out on March 23rd of this year (my birthday). I hope it lives up to the hype and I think it will because of the strong cast and the fact that the author adapted the novel for film herself. I plan on reading ""Catching Fire"" + ""Mockingjay"" before the month is out. I hope they are just as good as the first book. P.S.-I love my Kindle Fire.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39BOL13JH1RZ0?ASIN=0439023521	This book was just phenomenal!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">For starters, I'm no reader. Unfortunately I never felt compelled to read on my own. I decided to read this book because of the movie. Yes, unfortunately I watched the movie first. I loved the movie so much I decided to not watch the second movie just so I could read the book first, and I finally decided to read the book. Although the movie was great, there is so much more to discover in the book. I could not put it down! I would highly recommend this book to anyone who likes just enough action, not too much not to little. Character development is outstanding, some novels have too many characters with not enough meaning and the story becomes hard to follow, this is not this case with the hunger games. Katniss Everdeen, the main protagonist in the story, has a unique and intriguing development early on. Portrayed as a strong but cold female character, her life seems to surround Primrose (her little sister) and hunting. I would also like to say Gale, her friend / lover, but that's for the reader to interpret. All-in-all, Suzanne Collins did an amazing job and I cant wait to continue reading the trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSJ2GQDKWKGOA?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was quite amazing it really makes you stop and look at the idea of love conquering all that gets in its way even if she is unsure about loving him</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VLZCA554IAUI?ASIN=0439023521	Phenomenal Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I would recommend this book to anyone I met because it has a good suspenseful story that really moves you and can change your perspective on things in life.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37DZ8LREQAQEY?ASIN=0439023521	Did not want to put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book kept me glued to the pages and anticipating the next event in the story. Ms Collins has a gift for fantasy that holds you to the end of the story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QGLM91MT688R?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Worth a second read. Full of emotion and action, intriguing. Fall in love with main character from the beginning and fight with her through the whole story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTKNMVBMYXX8U?ASIN=0439023521	Thought-provoking fantasy.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My book club chose this book, so I read it. The theme of this book is ugly on the surface, and has great shock value. Hate it, but it sure makes one think! Children killing children to gain supremacy in a fantasy land...I couldn't bear the idea. Why? What did the author want to convey? I thought about it but couldn't stop reading this well-written, carefully drafted horror story, from which several points emerge.<br/>The instinct of survival is inherent in human beings, and Suzanne Collins merges poisoned arrows and missiles and hanging-deaths with spectacle. Physical and emotional love and hate in teenage children...all for survival. She has created a story in fantasy land, but wants us to think, what must it be like for the children growing up in a dictatorship, in countries at war, and countries with natural disaster. Ms. Collins makes us sharply aware of cruelty taking over when there is no free-will. All in the name of winning, surviving for self and family. Thought-provoking fantasy reminding me of great ugliness in the world...as if we didn't know it already! Good book club choice! Great writing.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1781SQPLQCX93?ASIN=0439023521	A Great Read, but . . . .	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">""The Hunger Games"" is clearly a retelling of ""Battle Roayle"" but extremely compressed with some interesting twists. I found it an easy ""read"" but I did notice many instances of poor editing - missed punctuation. incorrect verb tenses, and the like. The kind of thing that would not be caught by most ""public edition"" word processors; yes there is a place for human proofreaders still in this modern world. I finished the book in two days - I could not put it down. It is written in a very ""graphic novel"" style, with good imagery and not an overly complex weaving of story lines. Maybe not ""highbrow"" enough for some, but I am sure the teen and tween market will find it a ""good read."" Yes there is gore and some very subdued sexual tension, but look around any middle school these days and you'll see many of the same tensions. The primary character, a young woman, is a real ""action figure."" No steamy ""love scenes"" and no really heavy gore, but still enough action to hold the reader. If you give it to your ""tween"" or ""teen"" talk to them first about ways to resolve conflict, and remind them the book is fiction.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UUV8T1GV3BHE?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">To be honest, the only reason I read this book was because of all the hoopla surrounding it. I wanted to see the movie but I usually like to read a book before I see the movie. So I downloaded it. It sat on my Kindle, unread for a while before I finally broke down and read it. Before I finished the first chapter I had decided that it just wasnt my kind of book and had decided to put it down. Then I reached the end of the chapter and I had become hooked. It was not the best book I had ever read, because like I said, it is really not my type of book. But it was very interesting. There were a couple of times that I was disturbed by the content but other than that, I would say that I did enjoy it, and it's quite possible that I may end up reading the other 2. Luckily the other 2 I can read free because of the Prime membership deal. I did purchase this one at a discount price but I dont believe I would spend money on the other 2. I am not saying they are bad books, not at all. But like I said, not my type. I could see where this would make a good movie and the author does have a very vivid imagination.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1E68926IOOICZ?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Let me start by saying I usually hate YA books. I couldn't get past the first chapter of Twilight, and I never got into Harry Potter either. So honestly I didn't think I was going to like this book. My friends kept telling me to read and I kept telling them it was a copy of Battle Royal. However I finally gave in and read this. My friends were right, I loved this book!  From the first chapter I couldn't put it down and I was so into it I finished it in two days. I'm not going to summarize it since most people already know the story, but this book had me on the edge of my seat the entire time. Katniss is a great character and I'm so happy there is a strong female character girls can look up too! My only complaint is that I wish the love story was pushed more in the background, but even that isn't so bad. I think this may be one of my favorite books and I read a lot. I will just warn you if you don't  like a lot of violence or uncomfortable with kids killing each other then don't read this. But I think Suzanne Collins handled it well. And also to my surprise it really isn't a copy of Battle Royale.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3ELL5888CVUTT?ASIN=0439023521	A Remarkably Exospective First Person Adventure	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I must admit to being exceptionally resistant to sitting down and reading this book. Maybe I'm a little contrarian, but I admit to avoiding it not least because of the extreme hype surrounding the movie release. Second, I generally HATE first person novels as they tend to hit me as a little self important and you only really get to know one character. I am seriously considering the revision of that opinion for The Hunger Games.<br/><br/>Collins sets the scene and establishes the main character of Katniss quickly, yet expertly in the very first chapter. The book then zips along at a break-neck pace, repleat with action and blood yet still manages to engage your emotions to simultaneously love, loathe, and pity these characters. Then, underlining all the brutality playing out in the arena among starving children for your own entertainment - not unlike the Capitol Elite - you cannot help but shudder as dark musings of how this distopian future could quite plausibly lay ahead for us somewhere play through your brain in the background of the tale.<br/><br/>A masterful story and undeniable classic!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XSN5VMKUZ819?ASIN=0439023521	I learned that being against something can be good.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is set in the future of the United States. This book is the Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins. Suzanne Collins also wrote the other books in the series. The book is about a girl named Katniss Everdeen who lives in a coal mining district and only can survive by hunting illegally in the woods. The Hunger Games is a series of games where two people from twelve districts, a boy and a girl, get sent to a different  arena every year and fight to the death until one person is standing. The Games is a message from the capitol that says they should never revolt against them. I chose this book because the title and plot seemed appealing. The part I enjoyed the most was when Katniss stands up for herself because it shows her bravery and what she is going to do next. I don't think that they should change anything about the book because it is perfect the way it is. I learned that being against something can be good. I would recommend this book to someone else because it is very enjoyable. This book is very interesting and if you read it you can find out if Katniss Everdeen becomes a tribute.  ~Sydney</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QP3XFN79VU1?ASIN=0439023521	Wheres the mystery?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">First off, I'd like to say that if you're into books that really leave you guessing, then this may not be the novel for you. The idea this book is based around is simply brilliant. Personally, I'm into books that give us a vivid idea of a twisted future, for exapmle: The Uglies Triology, Unwind, The Forest of Hands and Teeth.. ect. These kind of books always leave my mind full of questions. I would definitely add this book to that list, the only problem I had with this novel is that the author tends to drop to many hints through out the story, which made it too obvious all around for my taste. She does have a well developed idea and characters, but she never left me with a Â«Oh my, whats going to happen next?!Â» feeling. Some parts of the story did surprise me, though that was a seldom occurrence. Still, I really did enjoy this book, and I'd recommend it to someone as well. I'll certaintly go on to finish the series, With strong hopes that the following novels are a bit less predictable. Bravo Suzanne Collins, how you came up with such an interesting idea for the future, I may never comprehend!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2A4HXIA0U3RX0?ASIN=0439023521	An Enjoyable Adventure Story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Having seen and enjoyed the film of the first book I thought I'd take a chance and download the trilogy. I've not read YA or teen fiction for a very long time. I was pleasantly surprised by what this book had to offer. The author's narrative flowed excellently and she made effective use of the, these days, often under used device of ending some chapters on a cliff hanger.<br/><br/>I found the main character of Katniss to be very well drawn and deep enough to be satisfying, even to an adult reader such as myself. The author didn't skirt the big issues and we find the story exploring such issues as starvation, oppression and even death in its most brutal form.<br/><br/>One or two parts of the plot were a little undeveloped but not so much so as to spoil your enjoyment. Generally it's a well rounded and well characterised book. You have to accept that it would be difficult to give us depth on ALL of the tributes.<br/><br/>The author has succeeded in creating a whole new world that I wanted to explore more. A great adventure story. I look forward to reading the other two parts of the trilogy.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4J24N5WYPG9I?ASIN=0439023521	speechless	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">im speechless so i wont write a whole entire speech about it and im am just going to say that this is by far probably one of my favorite books in the world</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Q922NOA7NH4B?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've read this book at least 5 times and you find new and exciting things each time you read it! Suzanne Collins has outdone herself on this series! Bravo!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GAYP33XL8MAP?ASIN=0439023521	couldn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Am now reading the 2nd book .. it's a great read as well.. romance, suspense, strong powerful woman... it really is a great read!  I got lost in this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/REY99H0S2JAD1?ASIN=0439023521	The opening book in Suzanne Collins is a wonderful start to a series that is getting a lot ...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The opening book in Suzanne Collins is a wonderful start to a series that is getting a lot of attention. In an alternate North America 12 districts every year choose 2 tributes each to participate in a fight to the death known as the Hunger Games which is witnessed on live television. From District 12 comes an unlikely pair Katniss Everdeen who volunteers to take her sister's place &amp; Peeta Mellark the son of a baker. Collins takes us into the emotional role of the formal separation from their parents after the reaping all the way into the battle &amp; the rules that seemingly change at will. The story pulls at your heartstrings as you watch Katniss &amp; Peeta both struggle through the preparations for the games &amp; the actual games themselves (which remind me of a part Olympics &amp; part gladiator competition). The characters are very strong &amp; believable &amp; this story is so plausible that it could very easily happen under the right circumstances. The ending leaves plenty of room for the sequel which will hopefully live up the original's billing in this very, very good start to a new series of teen fiction.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2P1VHGWM0RCCE?ASIN=0439023521	Can't wait to read the next 2!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">At first I was reluctant to pick up this book because I thought it wouldn't be my kind of read, but once I got past a couple chapters, I was hooked. Usually I am not a person who reads for hours a day, but when I began to learn more about Katniss' and Peeta's fate and their journey into the arena, I couldn't put the book down.<br/><br/>Suzanne Collins' fantasy involves the future of North America, a new country called Panem. Panem is divided into different districts, which are all ruled by the corrupt Capitol. Every year there is a type of ""event"" run by the Capitol, called The Hunger Games, which forces 24 teenagers into an arena. The object of the game? To be the last one alive. The book revolves around the District 12 competitors, Katniss and Peeta, and their struggles in the horrid arena. Collins' imaginative obstacles and tortures in the arena caused me a spew of emotions, which ultimately made me want to continue reading.<br/><br/>This book is definitely a read for all ages. If you want to read a quick and exciting fantasy, read The Hunger Games. I can't wait to read the next two books of this trilogy!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PFH7F5WK1IHB?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Everyone I talked too about book recommended ""The Hunger Games"" and because of the new movie coming out next year I thought I would give it a try. I bought the first book in the trilogy on Wednesday night and couldn't put it down. By the weekend I had all of the books finished and couldn't believe how great this story was.<br/>The story was very unique and interesting. The writing was great. Usually I am very picky about the books I read but I got hooked by Katniss Everdeen right away. The horrible things the Capitol does to this girl and Peeta, just makes me want to burn them all down.<br/>I would really recommend this book to anyone looking for a good story to read. Even though the ending is bitter sweet, SOOO bitter sweet, I am very happy about how it ended. I wish there was more of the story and can't wait for the new movie to come out in March. Even though I don't see the actors as the characters in the book I'm sure that will all change when I see the movie.<br/>Peeta is such a good person I can't believe the hard life he has had. I am super sad for him, even though he is a fictional character.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ATIC3U2XE0VA?ASIN=0439023521	I Couldn't Put It Down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't want to spend a long time breaking this book down into what worked for me and what did not. Is the concept original? No, it isn't. Was it done in an original way? You betcha! For those adults who are looking to compare this book to BATTLE ROYALE or some other non-YA book, please keep in mind the target audience here. It's not written for adults, it's written for teens. Although, from this adult's perspective, it worked very, very well.<br/><br/>Quite simply, I thought the book was fantastic, and I could not put it down. I ended up reading into the wee hours, finishing off the last 250 pages in one sitting because I just couldn't stop. I have not been THAT engrossed in a novel in years, ever since JURASSIC PARK.<br/><br/>The one gripe I have about it (caution: spoiler alert!) is the bit about the teen girl who is torn between two quality boys. That's starting to feel like an old hat, sorry. Might be a fantasy for every teenage girl out there (to have two good-looking, nice boys fawning over them) but to me it's being overdone in the YA genre lately. That aside, the rest of the story was brilliant.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2T0BZ0UIM45KP?ASIN=0439023521	A treasure for the ages	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">There aren't many books that will draw me in so completely that the rest of the world fades away.  This trilogy is non stop from beginning to end will a full cast of complicated characters, not one character is undeveloped and they each add to the story in their own unique way.  The details are rich and it truly brings this world to life, which makes it easier to lose yourself in their world.<br/>I recommend owning all three novels before starting, the endings are cleverly written cliffhangers and having to wait for the next book will be torture for some people.<br/>These books may be written for teens and center around a teen protagonist, but Katniss Everdeen is more complex than you'd think, in some instances she appears younger than her actual age because she is naive about certain things, but in other instances she is wise beyond her years because of the harsh circumstances of the world she lives in and the fate she had been dealt.  This complexity is what makes this series open to everyone and not just teens.<br/>I recommend putting this series in everyone's ""must read"" pile.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1B3Q5S8TFMDDC?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is a good book. It has a bunch of different things going on in it. It has action, a little bit of romance, drama, and a little bit of comedy. It also is a good book because it has hunting and showing love for your family and friends.<br/>The book is about these twelve tributes from twelve districts. To pick the tributes they pick one girl and one boy from a district. After they pick these tributes they send them to the Hunger Games. The Hunger Games is where the twelve tributes from the twelve districts to fight to the death. The district twelve tributes work together but at the end only one person can win. I liked this book because it was very interesting. I thought it was interesting because when they went into The Hunger Games it had fighting and a lot of action. I also liked this book because it is like the book Divergent. In conclusion, the book is a good book because it has action, drama, a little bit of comedy and, a little bit of romance. It is also interesting, because it was a little different from other books. This is why I think The Hunger Games is a good book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2AZ65KT99R2B1?ASIN=0439023521	One Of The Best Series Ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't know what can be said about this series that hasn't already been said.  It's simply one of the best of the year, or maybe the last several years.  There is no risk involved in buying these books.  They are worth whatever they cost.<br/><br/>All of the characters are well written, totally fleshed out, with a deep understanding of their histories, motivations, hopes and fears.  They are all flawed.  They are all heroic, in their own ways.<br/><br/>The universe invented for this series is dramatically different from what you've read before.  It is also easily believable.  From the start to the finish, it is easy to accept the premise.  The first book is, by far, the best, but without the second and third, the series wouldn't have the profoundly moving, and lasting, impact on the reader.<br/><br/>There are many large themes in this series, all of which have applications to our own lives and concerns.  These books are unique, which is why there are so MANY ripoffs out there.  Don't bother with them.  This series is the original one, and the best.<br/><br/>Absolutely worth buying.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14SI7F0JSPCAZ?ASIN=0439023521	This book will be around a long time. The upcoming Movie will be diff.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Like ""Ender's Game"" for Sci Fi, or ""The Chronicles of Narnia"" in fantasy this book and series will be around and read a long time from now. Its not just a flash in the pan, fad. Its a well written story with classic and enduring themes.<br/>Comparing it to the very popular Twilight books. This book is 1000x a better written and more enjoyable story. Its richer, deeper, and more satisfying.<br/>The movie comes out in less than a month. Without a doubt the book and the movie will be significantly different. The book is the perspective of Catniss Everdeen. A lot of the story goes on in her head. Her thoughts, her feelings, and such. That alone will not translate into a movie. Some people will be disapointed I am sure. Read the book first. Let the movie enhance the book and give it a diff. perspective and I think you will enjoy the movie more. Just remember that reading a book and watching a movie are two very different experiences, each able to touch you in different ways. It is like listening to your fav band live vs. a recording. Each has its benefits and limitations.<br/>Happy Reading...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1I3RMEY709OET?ASIN=0439023521	Do Not Read This If...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Do not read this book if...<br/><br/>1) You don't like reading books involving a compelling protagonist who legitimately earns your adoration and respect by being relatable, three-dimensional and human.<br/><br/>2) You don't like an interesting world being fully explored.<br/><br/>3) You don't like books where the supporting characters feel like they have actual personalities and a sense of independence and are NOT just one-dimensional cut-outs whose only purpose is to share lines of dialogue with the main character and not be interesting in their own right.<br/><br/>4) Have a problem with excitement, tension and so on.<br/><br/>5) Don't like good writing.<br/><br/>6) Consider Twilight a hard read (Not because of bad writing where you would literally struggle to actually understand what was written because it wasn't written well but because you found it too heavy).<br/><br/>7) Think science fiction has to be stupid.<br/><br/>If, however, the seven aforementioned things don't apply to you. Run don't walk to this book. Read it from first page to last. Let it rock your world.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22P2TDRB8MDDP?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing! Better late than Never in jumping on this bandwagon!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I know what you're saying what took you so long to read this book, to be honest I just have a crazy insane TBR list and it just kept getting pushed back.  So when my son got The Hunger Games for Christmas on DVD we watched Christmas Night and I knew immediately I had to read the book afterwards. I had too many questions from the movie.<br/><br/>I seriously could kick myself for waiting so long in reading this book, what was wrong with me? What was I thinking?  Because not only did this book answer those questions I had, but painted an even better picture of the characters, as well as the story.  Now I know what the fuss is all about.<br/><br/>I would have read this in one setting if I hadn't been so tired last night.  The story flowed and I just love the characters.  I am not sure which Team I am on but I can say I absolutely love Katniss , she is a spunky character and not once was I annoyed with her.  As a parent I can't even imagine sending my child off to the Hunger Games.<br/><br/>I honestly can't wait to read Catching Fire, and I promise I won't wait so long to read that one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LV3BD0PU14BW?ASIN=0439023521	The hype is real.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">All the fuss everyone has made about these books and movies is not exaggerated. It was time and money well spent purchasing the set of these. Enough said.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R151B8K09L2EFN?ASIN=0439023521	Not one to put down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Don't know whether it is better to read the book first or see the movie. Both are first-rate for holding attention. Very clever writing and story-telling.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKG9XCE4JV31X?ASIN=0439023521	OUTSTANDING!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Five stars all the way! The Hunger Games is an amazing novel that makes you turn each page with excitement . I can't wait to read the other books.  : ) ;)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3362YHJN6J6JU?ASIN=0439023521	Intriguing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved how the author described the different settings. I felt like while I was reading I could see the surrounding arena, the action. It was a great read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19NXYPXNB9IYA?ASIN=0439023521	This book pulls at my heart strings	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The only way you can describe this book is with tears<br/><br/>That is how amazing it is. I shall start reading the next book when I'm done writing this</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14IA9DHDITVP2?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for More-	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins definitely crafted a little gem with this book.  My purchase of this novel is a classic tale: ""Young adult best-seller which is about to be a movie - so read the book first.""  This book was such a quick and interesting read that I not only finished it in a few brief days, but prior to my seeing the film as well, I purchased and began to read the sequel(s).  Where the author chose to omit a number of details to maintain a ""young adult"" genre, she makes up for with perspective and subject matter.  The novel itself appears to be written primarily in fragment, which serves to benefit those (like myself) with a brief attention span, but may irritate an English instructor.  The delicate tango of first-person perspective and others speaking in code helps you sympathize with the protagonist's struggles.  I'd imagine the subject matter is the profound future of reality television, and feel the essence of being lost and manipulated for a television program's ratings is handled very accurately and tastefully.  I would suggest this novel, and further the series to just about anyone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IMNEDNJW7YSU?ASIN=0439023521	THIS BOOK IS ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS IN THE WORLD!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Ok i said one of the best because this one is the second best in the series. I like mockingjay a little better. Im only eleven and ive read this series about nine times. Its better than Harry Potter, Percy Jackson, and even the warriorcats!!! M my sister, and my mom checked out the whole series from the library and we read the whole series, all of us put together, in four days!!! When it was my turn i spent two all nighters reading it. From beginning to end, this book is going to keep you reading!!! Its action packed, violent, entertaining, and sad.<br/><br/>***SPOILER ALERT***<br/>When Katiss volunteers for Prim i cied. When Katniss and Peeta got lit on fire, i gasped. When they got launched into the arena I wondered what would happen. When Katniss found out Peeta was inside the career pack, i abhorred him as much as Katniss. When Peeta saved Katniss I was surprised. When Atniss made the alliance with Rue I was happy that they were friends. When Rue died, i cried. when cato died i was grossed out.<br/><br/>All in all, these books are perfect for anyone with a taste for violence and AWESOMENESS!!!!!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/REKBYDYTKO43N?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games Review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">All three high schools in my district are doing a ""one district, on book"" initiative, requiring every man, woman and child to read this book over the summer. This includes all 9-12 graders and every teacher, faculty, or staff member. I happen to be a math teacher. The book has a ""reality show"" flavor to it, that should appeal to today's youth. I feel it is well written so far (I'm on page 80).<br/><br/>I'm trying not to over-analyze the plot or imagine what historical and political influences would prevent such a world from existing. It's SUPPOSED to be fiction, and I like my fiction to be fictional. Remember that it has to hold the attention of pubescent teens. And I believe that the book moves along at a fast enough pace to do just that. The main characters are in just this age group and much of the dialogue, I should hope, will be palatable to my students.<br/><br/>I would say that it has been quite enjoyable so far. And if a majority of the students in our district are READING... and reading a BOOK!!!... we've got a damn miracle on our hands. So I believe that this book was a great selection.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BJA5J47JWZK7?ASIN=0439023521	Very entertaining!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">And reading it after seeing the movie a while ago makes it even more interesting!<br/>When the battle begins, it's very hard to move away from the book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WQOTFBC37TVB?ASIN=0439023521	Hungers Game Review for Mrs. Craft	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">-The Hunger Games Book Review-<br/> This book is a thriller, a love story, a mystery, and an action novel. It always has you on your toes. You think something is going to happen and then ""Bam!"" the total unexpected happens. You can find yourself reading a chapter, then get so caught up in all the action and mystery that you just go ahead and read through the next three chapters, without even noticing. You just can't seem to put it down.<br/> I must say, my favorite part of the book is when Katniss stands up to the Capitol when one of her fellow tribute friends die. The way she comes up with speaking out to the Capitol, about how the tributes are real people and not just game piece's in the game. She does this in such a way where she doesn't even have to say a word to the Capitol. Like the famous saying, ""Actions speak louder then words."" Her action said it all to the Capitol and the Capitol's fellow citizens, watching the games back home on their TV screens.<br/> Overall, this is a very good book to read. Its a great action book for teenagers and adults!<br/>-Morgan Russell(:</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGT2X9O81X94O?ASIN=0439023521	Engaging, enjoyable, seat of your pants action	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read the book first and then six months later I saw the movie. As is usually the case, the book was much better. That is probably because the book is laid out the way the author intended. The setting of a post-apocalyptic world is common, but a government controlled future is so plausible it could come true. Punishment by reminding the subjects of their folly in resisting a cruel government by establishing an annual death game is such a shockingly real possibility that a reader can feel like he is almost reading our possible future. Genre fiction has infinite possibilities. Because of this, a writer cannot please all readers of this niche. That is why some people will find faults; that is why you can't please everyone. I loved this book. I could not put it down until my dozing off at three am caused the kindle to bounce off my face. I love action, survival, and hand to hand combat--this book fed my hunger for edged weapon warfare in a futuristic setting. This is where our world could go, I hope it does not, but it could.<br/><br/>Brian K Kerley -- author of 'The Octagon Key'</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22K3M2QIW3I28?ASIN=0439023521	Glad I read before movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book, finished the second in the series, Catching Fire, and now am on the 3rd, MockingJay, almost finished.  Glad that I read it before seeing the movie, although like Twilight now we have to wait so long for the 2nd and 3rd movie to come out.<br/>Hard to imagine that the future would come to this, but given the popularity of reality shows now, it is certainly not hard to imagine them a few steps further for the audience's pleasure.  After all look at how excited people can get over sporting events when there are injuries, or the accidents in car races, not to mention boxing, WWF, and cage fighting!!!!!! Won't be too many generations when we will become immune to the violence we inflict on others, and pass it off just like the kids that are playing their violent video games now!  But then again is this much different than the giving up that we do now of our sons and daughters to the military?????<br/> I am not against any of this, it is just that this book makes you stop and think about what our future children will have to face, because of what we have done before them.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RAVH3MHUC40BB?ASIN=0439023521	A bridge between both genders and generations	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Set in a post-apocalyptic world where the State of Panem sends two teens from each of its twelve districts to a gladiator-style ""game"" where they must fight to the death, Suzanne Collins brings us a book that defies all gender limitations. Boys and girls alike will be fascinated by this novel. It's brutal, intriguing, and not too flowery; that is, boys won't be too bored by clothes descriptions and girl problems, despite the fact that the protagonist, Katniss, is a girl. In this fight to the death, Katniss befriends the boy that is sent to the games with her, a young man named Peeta. Even though only one person is allowed to leave the games alive, Katniss and Peeta struggle to protect each other. It is this relationship that is the only downside to the whole story; the romance that Collins tries to portray is unnecessary and almost unrealistic for two teenagers. However, I was enthralled by Collins's gruesome tale of murder and chaos in her new world of Panem, and recommend this to both teens who need something to read and to parents who remember books like The Giver and 1984.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4BJGL59I6U57?ASIN=0439023521	Better than I expected!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was purposefully not reading this series because of the closely related ties that it seemingly had to other previous works. But, after sitting in my To-Read list for a few years now, I finally succumbed to the pressure of my peers to pick it up. And, I can say that I'm glad I did.<br/><br/>Though the book isn't particularly well written, it does have its moments of brilliance. I'm not a huge fan of the ""first person, in the present"" style that Suzanne Collins has adopted here, but for the most part it works. The only glaring problem I had, was the main character, Katniss, is supposedly street hardened and wise in the ways of making deals to keep her and her family alive, and for the most part she is. But, when it comes to other things like common sense and love, she is overly naive and rather dimwitted on both accounts.<br/><br/>There is also and obvious political message buried just under the surface here, that I won't get into, but I still rather enjoyed following Katniss through her trials of The Hunger Games! And will be continuing the story with the following books.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCK65TI7XP4W3?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was so glad I started this series after all three books were written because I couldn't put the first book down and wanted the second one and then the third one within days. Collins knows how to hook a reader with a sense of immediacy as if you'd walked into a life and death hostage situation on a ""normal day"" in your life. I felt if I left the book, Katniss would die or something terrible, so I had to keep reading! I didn't want to miss a minute - so THAT is writing! I'm very excited about the movie coming out and already have a date to see it with my best girlfriend and all our kids. It's definitely a book that speaks to all ages, and it reminded me of Brave New World and 1984, but I related to the main characters even more than I did in those books.<br/><br/>P.S. When I said this book speaks to all ages, I didn't mean really young children, who might fear this is reality (although in some ways it is and that's the author's intent - to show us how we're not that far from this). The book has murder and death in it to a large degree. Not much different than world history, actually.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RH0SCQPWZO3G7?ASIN=0439023521	Love this book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Violence is a very entertaining industry, but can you imagine killing other children and teens just so you could stay alive? Suzanne Collins takes aggressive reality television to the next level in one of her newest books called The Hunger Games published in 2008. In this young adult science fiction novel Collins gives us a firsthand look at what it is like to be controlled under a cruel dictator and used as an expendable pawn in the gruesome games of survival. This piece of science fiction has a very truthful ring to it and is a great reminder that we should be thankful for the freedom we have as a nation.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is a very well written book, the dark sad world is easy to imagine as Collins delivers a crisp and detailed believable world. As you get to know the characters you start to feel as if you know them personally, which is very hard for me to do.[...] You will fly through this book and be thirsty for more. The Hunger Games is highly recommended and should be added to your list of must-read books because of its captivating plot and well developed characters.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2R19TR8DKNTAH?ASIN=0439023521	Enthralling	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't put it down! Can't believe it took me so long to finally read these! Can't wait to start book two. And I am SO team Peers. Just for the record.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RS2AL8NIKKKO2?ASIN=0439023521	Dystopian Lit - successful addition	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Accessible, entertaining, dystopian literature. A worthy addition to the genre. It's no 1984, but then maybe that was even a little too tough on us all.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QHFEC8OF6IKE?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have heard this book talked up so much I thought it would never live up to my expectations. I was right. It did not live up to them. It exceeded them.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BMP1VZ7K6IAW?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was the best book I ever read I'm only ten but my mom allows me to read it. The next movie is coming out in November. So the next book here I come!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDO8C85NHSOS4?ASIN=0439023521	Was hungry for more!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Really loved this book!!! Gave our family a lot of conversation time as we all read the three books!  Great read but definitely for more mature readers.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKZZYX6OJFR7I?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put this book down!  From the first page to the last, it doesn't disappoint.  I ordered the second book when I was half way through this one!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RBBPZOXGPBBP?ASIN=0439023521	Never let you go	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Once you start, you cannot let go until you are done with the book. This book will please people looking for something easy to read with social meaning.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJ1J5R6TG7QXF?ASIN=0439023521	wonderful book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The story line with a stubborn, strong heroine is empowering for today's young girls.  She is a complex character who commands our respect and sympathy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RAH9CNREVJPHR?ASIN=0439023521	Collins and Orwell...scarily similar	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was one of the many who saw the movie and THEN read the book. However, even though I knew what was coming and how it all ended I still could not put this book down. Collins has a way of writing that makes you turn to the next page and then she'll leave you with a cliff hanger to make you continue reading to the next chapter. Excellent read!! She has almost a George Orwell ""1984"" feel to her writings, which I love, and this really surprised me due to the popularity of the books. Most people don't read Orwell for fun or think that there are no way his writings could predict the future, though they have. So when I realized that Collins' books had the same feel to them, I was very surprised that the majority liked them so much. Granted her writings are so far fetched that we could not imagine them happening...but what it?! Ahhh well, I digress. Excellent read. I think it's very violent so no, I would not read these books to my 6-11 year olds, though I sure many people do. The book divulges so much detail that the movie simply could not express. End result? Buy it and enjoy!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ANNRM2DYB46J?ASIN=0439023521	Good book. Easy Read. Perfect for Teens	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I went into this book being somewhat skeptic. My fiance loves it and all her friends at work, but we don't always have the same taste in books. However, because the movie is coming out and she wants to see the midnight showing with a big group... I decided I need to read it before the movie ruins the read. I love movie's of books, but reading the book after the movie, just ruins the book. Almost like a spoiler.<br/><br/>I digress. I picked up this book free for kindle with the prime membership and have to honestly say, it only took me about 5 days to read the whole book. (Book 1 of trilogy). But don't think it's because this book is too short or too easy. I just couldn't put it down. I found myself thinking about the main character and how I would act in her situation. I was always curious what she was going to do next. I can't wait to pick up the following books in the Trilogy and see how this ends! I would absolutely recommend this book to teens and young adults. If you prefer a technically challenging book, this isn't it. But it definitely is a fun, entertaining read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3J3TXB3DX6TE6?ASIN=0439023521	Fast Paced	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As you can probably tell from the title, this book is very fast paced. OK, the beginning was kind of slow, but after the first chapter ends, things start picking up very quickly. I can't say much without revealing the plot content, but just know that if you like action, romance, drama, and futuristic novels, this is a book for you. It also has some sci-fi elements that grow as you know more about Panem, the fictional country they all live in (set in present-day USA). According to the back of the book Stephen King and Stephenie Meyer are both fans of the book, so if you are fans of those people, than this may be a good book to read as well. Every person I have recommended this to have read all three books in the trilogy, and loved it; they could not put the book down. Upon re-reading the book, I have found that I, too, cannot bring myself to do anything else until I finish. The whole idea of The Hunger Games is so creatively conjured, but it has just the right amount of reality. You can't help but wonder if this is what America will amount to in a couple hundred years......</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LD8T8T00NGOG?ASIN=0439023521	couldn't put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i finished the trilogy a few weeks ago. it took me a few days to finish the three books and i am so happy that i came across the hunger games. truly one of the best series i have ever read.<br/><br/>i'm not going to be too detailed because spoilers are annoying in reviews, even if you're warned. i think you can go to the discussion section to talk about crap.<br/><br/>i'm 25 years old and i came across this book because a 7th grader in a class i was assisting in had it. i thought it looked interesting so i went out to get a copy. best idea of my life. i fell in love with the characters quickly. suzanne collins is a wonderful author who captured my heart. in all honesty, i haven't felt like this in a while about characters in a book. she brought me in and made me care. the storyline is great although at times it was a bit difficult to handle emotionally.<br/><br/>what i wish someone would have told me before reading this series is that it is NOT a love story. it's easy to forget that. but i think it's important to keep in the back of your mind, especially when you get to the third book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JVK0NRKHVZ9?ASIN=0439023521	A nice piece of fiction indeed	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">For all of you who say this book is a ripoff, I must disagree. I thought the whole theme of this novel was very fasinating, for I am currently working on a book that has to do with a furture ruled by evil. I found the characters interesting to learn about; Katniss and Gale, Peeta, Rue and all the other tributes.<br/><br/>The Games are hardc ore and merciless-the brutality of the Capitol shocked me. How could they find watching innocent children die entertain? They sicken me; except for a few people in the Capitol like Cinna; I liked him very much.<br/><br/>My friend Amber talked about it at lunch one day, saying how great it was and all. I'd commented that Stephanie Meyer had posted on her website that she couldn't put it down (yeah, I'm a Twilight saga fan. Got a problem with that?). So anyway, I started reading it after buying it as a birthday present for myself, and at first I have to admit, I wasn't so sure I'd like it very much. But I did, just like I enjoyed Gregor the Overlander (though that is the only book I read in that series, much to my friend's, Colleen's, annoyance).</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJLXEFC4OUW1N?ASIN=0439023521	To hold, as 'twere, the mirror up to nature...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Collins builds a convincing dystopian world and fills it with some amusing and endearing characters. It's fast-paced and highly visual.<br/><br/>It's not as thoroughly imagined as Harry Potter's world or Ernest Cline's Ready Player One, both of which remind me of this book, but all of the details that are here do come brilliantly to life in the read. It's predictable and makes too much use of the ""deus ex machina"" plot device through the convenient intervention of the ""Gamekeepers,"" but despite these minor annoyances, it is entertaining.<br/><br/>Maybe the biggest reason H.G. has achieved such resonance is that it is, in a sense, a window into contemporary America. Our media-saturated world. Our masses living in poverty. The ""Hunger Games"" arena, where man is pitted against man in a merciless fight to the death mirrors America's hyper-capitalist economy, encouraging us to trample our fellow man in a mad pursuit to grab as much stuff as we can for ourselves.<br/><br/>I hear Katniss leads a revolution in the sequels. Maybe Collins is urging the youth of America to rise up and do the same.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VRQC9W04MODR?ASIN=0439023521	Ordinary People, Extraordinary Circumstances	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins' The Hunger Games is a riveting novel that combines the hardships of coming of age with the hardships of living in an oppressive and controlling society.  Perhaps the most remarkable and relatable element of this book is that the heroine, Katniss Everdeen, is just an ordinary girl making her way in the world.  Sure, she has more adult responsibilities than most sixteen year olds, but at the end of the day she's just a young woman who'd do anything to preserve and protect her family.  It is perhaps Katniss's straightforward nature that makes her such an enthralling character. She's an average girl thrust into beyond average circumstances and manages to survive. Most importantly, she isn't perfect, making her as down-to-earth as they come.<br/><br/>This book is an excellent read for any age, though due to it's violent nature should be reserved for 6th grade and up.  As this book is quite the page turner, it's a perfect novel for a weekend read or the bored traveller.  Fans of George Orwell's 1984 or Lois Lowery's The Giver would enjoy this novel as well.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNK28TTGL0K?ASIN=0439023521	You'll Hunger for more!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Katniss Everdeeen has grown up in a post-apocalyptic world where she has taken care of her mom and sister since her father's death by hunting outside the Seam. While hunting outside her district means death if caught, it's the least of Katniss's worries as the 74th annual Hunger Games are about to take place. The Hunger Games are a reminder to never rebel against the Capital, and to honor it twenty four people, one boy and one girl from each district, must participate in an arena that leaves only one person left standing. In this fight to the death action adventure, filled with humor, teen emotions, and surprises, you won't put the book down. Be advised, it's a fight to the death, meaning people are killing each other, so yeah, there is some violence. But it's nothing over the top or worse than any video game these days. The plot is impeccable, and the violence isn't just thrown in there for shock value. Suzanne Collins tells a captivating story from the eyes of one of my all-time favorite characters. I recommend the whole series for young adults and old adults as well.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RX0CLT14TFCW?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games by Suzanne Collins	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow! How did I miss reading this book sooner. A new world to learn and such great characters. It has hooked me into buying the next book in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3EBXNYUGYUEXO?ASIN=0439023521	Great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a great book from begin to end.  Enjoyed getting to know the characters.  Looking forward to reading the remaining books and seeing the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZNUFEB3MZWY7?ASIN=0439023521	Great!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fun, exciting, well written, addicting. Really enjoyed this book! Got it from the Amazon Prime borrow library, and will definitely get the other books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1F0E18RJHJTUX?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have always been able to put a book down, no matter how exciting or interesting it is. This was not the case with The Hunger Games. I literally could not put it down, to the point where, during my exam period, I stayed up until 5am to finish reading the book. The world that Suzanne Collins creates sucks you in until you are unaware of anything but Panem, Katniss and the Hunger Games. The characters are amazing and the plot always has you turning the page (to the point where you skim a whole chapter, read it again in detail, and want to finish the book as soon as possible just so you could read the whole book again). There were so many great moments in the book, whether it dealt with the relationships or the action sequences or the political drama behind the story. It was an enthralling read, one which I highly recommend. It's great reading this story in an eBook because I can bookmark several pages, make notes and highlight passages without making a physical mark on the page itself, and I really appreciate the search function and dictionary that the eBook provides.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32A6249J4WG0N?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for More	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I finished this book at 2:00 am because I couldn't put it down. Fantastic. I wasn't sure at first- The Hunger Games starts out a little slow for my taste, and the main character, Katniss, seems a touch naive in the beginning. But once she enters the Hunger Games, hold on. Fast-paced action without seeming frantic, a solid story, and an emotionally complex character make this book unforgettable.<br/>Although the main characters are young (12-16), the story is very adult. There is a lot of violence, though not terribly graphic. But what makes it so good is the emotional maturity. The author manages to balance the fears, worries, and self-examintation of the teenagers with their very real struggles to stay alive in a way that feels fresh and true.<br/>I hate to give anything away, but I can't help comparing The Hunger Games with Stephen King's ""The Long Walk""- something about the tone and the contest linked them in my mind. So if you are a fan of that story, you will love this book. I am ordering the second book in the series, and I can't wait to find out what happens next.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19JAXNT3OYC9Q?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">good morning beautiful and I know you were going to make sure that you are you doing today and tomorrow night at the robber barons of a new one is the robber barons in the years to come back from this year's event was the only way you could be worse in a bit late to work out on me a girl who is the only thing I know you were going for me too baby is born in the robber barons of a new one is the utilities RUSTY Wallace to be in town and I know you were going to make sure that you are going well and have a girl who is this the other hand in hand with a girl who have had been in the first place on my website is a new phone so you have to go home game in which players will not sure how to the only way to get some food in my head hurts like that I can help to reduce your carbon footprint by mos and a new comment about this article or discuss with my family of a woman and the only way you were in town of my friends list and a half day of work for us all a bit late and the first time since you have any idea on a bit late to work in my car for me know what I don't have any.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2G0D41KV72V6W?ASIN=0439023521	I wish I could give it more than 5 stars!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Incredible. I can't remember the last time I read a book that was so riveting. My little boy read this book first and I remember thinking to myself, ""That book sounds brutal"" when he would give me a little taste of the action.<br/><br/>The writing style is intense, but easy to read. The pace is VERY quick. It was one of those books I literally stayed up late to read and got up early to read until I was done.<br/><br/>I had a couple of friends that came over this weekend and they mentioned they couldn't read it because they heard about the brutality involving kids. And yes, it's violent, but I this book is so artfully crafted that if that's a concern, you'll quickly get so drawn in to the story that you'll be glad you gave it the time and attention it deserved.<br/><br/>This book (and series - I've read them all), is excellent. After reading it, I feel better about my young teenage son reading it because we were able to discuss it.<br/><br/>I know this is suppose to be a review on the book, but I must add that the movie was excellent and did the book justice.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCKQS05P245FY?ASIN=0439023521	Satisfied Hunger	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was almost immediately taken by the tone of this novel. It had this wonderfully soft and basic tone to it.  The author did a wonderful job keeping things basic, not being overly descriptive or dragging things out, and always keeping things very interesting. And the story mixed very well with this pace and freedom.  I enjoyed this book thoroughly. I loved the world that Suzanne Collins has created from the dust and disaster of her imagination.  This book has the feel of a flower growing up magestically centered in an ugly urban landscape. It's bleak but filled with hope, and most of all this book is thoroughly enjoyable probably for all ages.<br/>  This book is often compared or contrasted with Twilight, or the Twilight Series.  I see no connection there other then the protaganists are female teens.  This story is on a whole seperate level then Twilight, so much better that I am baffled by comparisons.<br/>  I'm definitely looking forward to Book 2, Catching Fire, in September of this year to see if she can continue this wonderful story and way of storytelling.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XWZBNPMTT40H?ASIN=0439023521	Beautifully Written!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is beautifully written and it isn't all doom and gloom. Underneath all of the obvious descriptions of a world filled with loss, danger, poverty, and despotism is a theme about the different kinds of love (husband/wife, mother/daughter, sisters, strangers, community) that inspires hope and its ability to overcome the impossible. If it wasn't for Peeta's love for Katniss (he saved her life even before the games), or Thresh's appreciation for what she did for Rue, or Cinna's compassion, Katniss would not have made it through the hunger games. This theme is beautifully expressed when Katniss describes her connection to Peeta as ""the boy with the bread"" which gave her hope that she isn't going to starve and ""yellow dandelions"" that tells her she isn't doomed. My prediction for the sequel is that together with Peeta, she will spread the hope for a brighter future (where she can have children and live her life without fear) to the rest of the districts, take down the captiol, and live happily ever after (with Peeta, obviously). I can't wait to read the sequel.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTPQGPLXPK6IY?ASIN=0439023521	Great for kids	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was skeptical towards The Hunger Games at first, considering it bases itself on the idea of kids killing kids. However, when I picked up the novel, I understood that it was so much more than that. I knew that this novel was not encouraging such violence, but rebelling against it. Also, I picked up on The Hunger Games reflection of modern society. Children and families across the Earth are starving, and yet the more powerful countries do next to nothing about the situation.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games also has strong basis in feminism. Unlike other teen novels, The Hunger Games portrayed a strong heroine that does not base her story primarily on a love triangle, but on a quest of rebellion as well. This a wonderful book for children about 6th grade and up. Katniss is an amazing role model, and each character has something definite about them. If you have any questions about handing this book to your kid, don't worry about it. Don't hesitate with Catching Fire either. However, Mockingjay is a little intense. Happy reading, and may the odds be ever in your favor.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPPMN1QO4AAWB?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful book! But not for any kids younger then14 in my opinion!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I put off reading these books because I did not think it was much of a plot from the cover BUT I happened upon a clip of the movie and became interested!<br/>Putting this book down was not an option at ALL. It took me less then two days(just finished) to read and I was impressed with how well it kept your attention as well as how plausable the whole story is to me.<br/>A country broken and dominated by socialist types that use their power to keep segments of the population living hand to mouth, uneducated, and un armed to have better control. The mixing of technology and 3rd world living conditions ...it all made sense.<br/>I am really looking forward to reading the next two books and watching the movies as well! I would recommend this book to anyone over the age of 14....but not younger. This story has A LOT of death and violence (that comes with that kind of government structure) as well as kids killing each other for the entertainment of the government, that I don't feel I would want my kids reading about any younger then 14.<br/><br/>Well worth reading!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DHIDYUHJDAZW?ASIN=0439023521	"Reminds me a little of ""Logan's Run"""	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I found myself itching for every spare moment to get to read this story.  It reminds me a little of the movie ""Logan's Run"", yes I am not a teenager, but a middle aged Mom.  I love youth fiction when well written and Suzanne makes Katniss' character believable.  Katniss was a survivor even before she entered the Hunger Games.  She lost her childhood after her Father died, when she became the family's chief hunter gatherer.  She no longer trusts her Mother to take care of the family.  She takes on the motherly role for her little sister, protecting her at all costs, even sacrificing herself to save her.  She enters the Hunger Games in her sister's place.  The rest of the story is of the Hunger Games itself with 23 other ""tributes"" and their fight for survival.  The basic concept of the story is not new, and it can be brutal and violent, but it is not gratuitous.  It is told simply and without a lot of fluff.  It is suspenseful almost from the get go, keeping you reading.  It is a good story that I recommend, even to adults.  Now I am on to reading ""Cathing Fire"".</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DY7PXP29PTYP?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Now I see why this won so many awards. A very unique storyline and setting, unlike anything I've read before. Looking forward to reading the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BDJCVUCM30LL?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">You felt like you were part of the book. It was easy to connect with Katniss as she went through the games. Very difficult to put down once you start!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KMXJ6EEZTSVR?ASIN=0439023521	stay in the kiddie pool if you're not able to grasp the deep end.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am always amused at shallow reviews from those who can't grasp a subject so they trash the story.  Stick with poo bear folks its a much easier read.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23GHJP2YCOVT2?ASIN=0439023521	a great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">wonderfully detailed and such vivid characters!!! I had watched the movie before i realized it was based on a book. great read couldn't put it down!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DE5VP9TXMCOM?ASIN=0439023521	Love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Its is an easy read. Very interesting story. Very bloody! It explains things a lot more clearer than the movie obviously. A lot better than the movie!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKFMXPDAAU95?ASIN=0439023521	a wonderful book to read, especially for teens	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book! So much action and romance! Can't wait to read the others! I really think that teens would love it. It has characters of their age.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JS4PBNOJ5XSX?ASIN=0439023521	Why is this a YA?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was not thrilled with the premise of a bunch of kids being thrown into an arena to kill each other, especially since the young adult genre is considered to be for ages 12 and up, but people kept recommending it, so I read it. The first half of the book was all right. I liked the main character, Katniss, she was a survivor, strong and focused. The huge gap between rich and poor and the government controlling its people through fear was also intriguing in this futuristic world. Then about half way through, the book turns into some wishy washy story of confused teenage love in the middle of a fight for survival, which had me rolling my eyes and a little annoyed because it overshadowed some very disturbing subject matter and belittled the gravity of the situation, like, 'Oh, Hey, people are being slaughtered all around me and I'm killing them too, but OMG am I in love with this boy or the one back home?' I gave it three stars because it kept me reading and I'll likely pick up the next book to see if the people finally rise up and revolt against the government.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKYT3XZINXB8A?ASIN=0439023521	Reality TV of the future	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Ten years ago, I would not have been as enthusiastic about this book, of course, that was before reality TV and the general dumbing down of American society went into full swing. I won't get into too many plot details, but unlike some other reviewers, I bought the premise, hook, line, and sinker.  In the future, young ""gladiators"" picked by lottery are sent from twelve poor districts to ""the Capitol"" where wealth, greed, and depravity rule. There they fight in the yearly Hunger Games where it's kill or be killed, all televised on live TV; think Survivor, only this is for real. The Capitol keeps it's thumb on the districts with this yearly reminder/punishment of an earlier squelched rebellion decades before. One review I read quibbled that ideas were stolen from the Twilight series, but I don't think there is much comparison.  The Hunger Games greatest merit is the exploration of self-sacrifice for others, even in the shadow of dark times, in this, it has more in common with Harry Potter than Twilight in terms of young-adult books with crossover adult-appeal.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LTXUW6VT6V37?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry Not Starving For More	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">""The Hunger Games"" is an engaging story returning readers to our primal task, survival.  The story demonstrates the distinction between haves and have nots and structures societies create to maintain this status.  During the story there is violence, but not without conscience.  Collins, in her description awakens readers to our physical connection to all organisms with whom we share this planet.  The relationships between characters are interesting and demonstrate the struggle against being human.  It shows how unnatural it is not to love and not to nurture.  These are things that become diluted in a post-modern, futuristic, omnipresent society.  ""The Hunger Games"" isn't easential reading for someone under 12.  Young readers may not yet posses the cognitive structures necessary to evaluate as one reads and sustain the narrator/reader distance.  However, if you've had important conversations with your younger reader and they have a decent vocabulary, it's ok to slip this one in.  I don't love that you don't get closure in a book.  Given that this book series writing, closure is not provided.  However, I will definitely give the next one a shot.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KIXBRHBTFCT2?ASIN=0439023521	There is a reason this book is so popular.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I decided to check this book out to see what all the fuss was about.  There is a reason this book is so popular.  The author manages to maintain present tense while still providing glimpses of back-story.  It seems perfectly natural the way she does it, but this is much harder than she makes it look.  This is a high concept story and the plot is dependent on the detailed world in which the book takes place, but the story is told completely through the eyes of one point of view character.  It is her needs and fears that drive the plot.  I think this synergy of plot and character is why this book is so much more popular than traditional science fiction, where the big ideas overshadow the characters, and space opera which lacks the big ideas sci-fi fans crave.  I initially had problems with the society’s acceptance of this horrible Hunger Games ritual, but then I thought about past generations of the society resisting and being beaten down.  This repeated ritual where they are forced to watch their children fight and die would reinforce how powerless they are.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GNBB2R35UP2J?ASIN=0439023521	Best teen protaganist since Harry Potter	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm a sucker for teen fiction. After subjecting myself to a line of girl protaganists in the line of vapid, housewife-ready Bella; Katniss, the star of the Hunger Games was like a breath of fresh air. From the first page, this book is hard to put down. Katniss is fierce, unflinching, unemotional, everything most girls and women in fiction are not.  The writing is excellent.  Suzanne Collins is so good at world-building that the premise- a group of children sent to fight to the death while a futuristic America watches on TV- doesn't seem remotely far fetched. Through Katniss and Peeta (possibly my favorite fictional character of all time) the games illustrate the struggle between the primal urge to stay alive at all costs and a shared humanity that can't be destroyed.  The action is riveting, the romance is subtle, genuinely suspenseful, leaving you wanting to know more, anxious to see what happens.  Collins has her finger on the pulse of what it is to be a teenager- volatile, emotional, unsure, but optimistic, hopeful that everything turns out in the end.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVTQTU2OPFOWD?ASIN=0439023521	[...] review of The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text""><a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Hunger-Games-Book-1/dp/0439023521"">The Hunger Games: Book 1</a><br/>I LOVED it. Interesting concept that leaves you wanting more, romance that isn't just about the good or the bad but about something more substantial and a whole lot of heart stopping, perfectly gasp worthy moments where you sit reading rapidly just trying to keep yourself from screaming out to the characters or crying silent tears. It was wonderful. I can see why so many people enjoy it! It has the adventure side of it but the main characters are still very sensible and level head. It has the mystery that leaves you hanging and wanting more. Most importantly, it has an amazing plot written out in an elegant writing style that is straight and to the point, something I find very refreshing. I would definitely suggest it to anyone, especially fans of dystopias!<br/><br/>For the full review and more:<br/>[...]<br/><br/>The order of the series:<br/><a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Hunger-Games-Book-1/dp/0439023521"">The Hunger Games: Book 1</a><br/><a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Catching-Fire-The-Second-Book-of-the-Hunger-Games/dp/0439023491"">Catching Fire (The Second Book of the Hunger Games)</a><br/><a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Mockingjay-The-Final-Book-of-The-Hunger-Games/dp/0439023513"">Mockingjay (The Final Book of The Hunger Games)</a></span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RSN1LHHX0KI?ASIN=0439023521	the game of life [no spoilers]	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Twenty-four tributes ranging between the ages of 12 through 18 enter an annual event battling to the death in ""The Hunger Games"", the initial novel in a first person point of view trilogy following 16 year old Katniss Everdeen.  The political reasoning behind the games is a little extreme existing in a futuristic United States.  Since the opponents are from other Districts, the characterization is limited to encounters with the protagonist.  Also some romance colors the vicious landscape.  Considering there are twenty-three contestants slated to die, the actual killing is rarely experienced from Katniss's perspective so I disagree with those raising issues the novel is packed with violence.<br/><br/>Secondary character Haymitch Abernathy provides critical support with guidance and training to the two District 12 tributes throughout the games.  It would have been fascinating to learn what obstacles he experienced deciding how to help his District's tributes.<br/><br/>I recommend the series to any fan of the survival action genre.<br/><br/>Thank you.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36PNWJ19EIZP8?ASIN=0439023521	Mixed Feelings...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have mixed feelings about this book. I read it in about 8 hours. It was an easy read (about as easy a Twilight, sadly, but still more substance than THAT crap), and I find myself with more questions than I do satisfaction at finishing a decent book. This book well like a Cliff Notes book. Just honing in on key points of a MUCH larger picture than what is depicted. This saddened me. As the concept is wonderful! But I feel that having a prequel, and a long one at that, was in order.<br/><br/>To enjoy this book you REALLY have to take it at face value, an easy read. If you think about the plot devices and the conflict and the motives of the characters too much you get very disappointed VERY fast.<br/><br/>In the end, I give it a 4. ONLY because I was looking for an easy read. But I still find myself wishing for the length and the development I found in <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Wicked/dp/0061862312"">Wicked</a> and <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Lord-of-the-Rings/dp/0618574948"">The Lord of the Rings</a>. There are MANY points to improve on (from character development, to the politics of the nation), but I'm still glad I read this.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21UX1HJDL2HE9?ASIN=0439023521	War and humanity	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was browsing the time website when I came across the name Suzanne Collins in the list on 100 most infulencial people of 2010 so I thought I would give it a read.  I have to say that I was not disappointed with the book.  Collins is one of those authors who writes in metphors, meaning that her novel is comparing these hunger games to the lack of humanity we possess in time of war.  Collins focuses on the youth and how the lack of humanity effects them and the world it has created for them.  This is the kind of book you must look beneath the surface to see the message of what is trying to be convayed.  Katniss is a likable girl with the courage and strength we all wish we possess.  Her ablitiy to see the world for what it is stands out amoung those who see it with rose colored glasses adds depth to her character.  Katniss's inablity to trust anything out of her control is reflection of the mistrust that grows between evolving cultures and society.  Don't take this book at face value there is more substance and meaning that lies beneath the typed wording.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RAHAS6RNJXD1U?ASIN=0439023521	Trilogy.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great series for the teen age group.<br/>The vivid imagery really pulls you into the story.<br/>Need to read this, better than the movie.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3W383QF8H1H8V?ASIN=0439023521	anti readers will love it too!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">LOVE THIS SERIES!!<br/>This book is a ""must have"" for all fans on the sci-fi genre. I don't usually read, but I couldn't put this book down!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R226PU1LIODIVB?ASIN=0439023521	VERY GOOD	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thoroughly loved reading this wonderful new tale that will live to the classics. Please make this a required reading on your list of books to read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39WWN673PVDVD?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is an amazing story of survival in a crazy world.  I couldn't put it down!!!  One exciting event after another kept me holding on to this story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22Y5O2AQBS5GO?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is great.  I could not put it d, read it in 2 days and I can't wait to start the next book in the series.  Great read for teens and adults.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R148AVF7G16DYW?ASIN=0439023521	great story hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">author has created an interesting alternate universe peopled by amazing heroic characters. katniss is one of the best heroines in today's literature.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPZGPJVZJYFKS?ASIN=0439023521	This is my favorite book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book has been criticized for the amount of violence it contains and for the way it describes mere children murdering other children for sport and entertainment, but that is not the point of this book. This book is an exaggeration of the world we live in today. We might not round up a group of children to watch them fight to the death, but you can go on youtube and find all kinds of videos of kids involved in a full out brawl, turn on the news and see story after story of children doing unspeakable things, especially when involved in a gang, and what about things like boxing, WWF, and MMA where people actually pay to watch two people beat each other senseless.<br/><br/>This book is about the lengths that a young girl goes to try and protect and provide for her family and overcome the horrors of the world they live in. It also exemplifies the great power that one person standing up for what they believe in can have, and if you really want to, you can change the world for the better. For these reasons, The Hunger Games trilogy are my favorite books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBQ3AB4EZ3SSP?ASIN=0439023521	May the odds be ever in your in your favor.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">In the Hunger Games, written by Suzanne Collins, surviving is the only way to win the game.<br/><br/>  Katniss Everdeen, a sixteen year old girl, lives in District 12 of Panem, a country that used to be known as the United States. Once a year, each of the thirteen districts of Panem must provide two tributes, a boy and a girl, to fight to death in an arena, for the entertainment of the Capitol. To her horror, Katniss's little sister Primrose Everdeen, only twelve, is picked in the reaping. Katniss, who loves her sister more than anything in the world, volunteers to take her place. Facing death, Katniss plans to use her survival skills and remain the last one standing...that is, until Peeta Mellark's name is called.<br/><br/>  Katniss Everdeen inspired those around her by keeping to her beliefs. She does not allow others to overlook her, and works at showing them that she is ""more than a piece in their games."" I admire Katniss because she is confident throughout the whole book and isn't afraid to be herself. I recommend this book to people 12 and up.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R64QW6MUCZ31W?ASIN=0439023521	awsome science fiction book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book. I'm in the 7th grade and had to read and write a review on a science fiction book and I choose this book because I heard great things about it. I just have to say I was blown away with the detail that went into creating this whole book. Katniss Everdeen is the main character and I just have to say she's awesome she is so talented with a bow. she volunteers for the annual hunger games when her sisters name is drawn. her father died when she was young and her mother hasn't been that helpful as she fights depression in the future north American country country of Panem. So she has taken the role of parent and taken care of her sister and mother. Panem is the future North American country that had a rebellion a few years back so to keep order they hold an annual hunger games. Peeta Mellerk is a bakers son who is chosen to attend the hunger games. he isn't much good at anything except picking up heavy objects. Peeta and Katniss end up having a love story. I don't want to go into to much detail because I don't want to ruin the book for you.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFJ2587HOMAWY?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I actually give this book four and a half stars.  The book is very good.  I have my reasons listed below.<br/><br/>The reason I don't give it five stars is because I thought there were parts that were, well, a little obvious.  Some of the parts you could really expect.  Another reason I didn't give it five stars was because, I thought the plot could be a little bit thicker.  It was thick, but I thought it could have a little more to it.<br/><br/>Those were my negatives.  My positives would be that once you start reading you will not be able to put it down.  That's what I really enjoyed about it.<br/><br/>Before I first read it, I didn't want to read.  A lot of people I know kept recommending that I read it.  I kept refusing to read because of what I heard it was about.  So, I finally up and decided that I should read it.  Once I started reading it, I couldn't put it down and ended up enjoying it very much.  I definetly recommend that if your wondering whether or not to read it, then you should.<br/><br/>I hope my recommendation is very helpful.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R234NY6M8DU2LE?ASIN=0439023521	Violent and tragic and funny and utterly compelling	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Okay, so I know I'm late to the Hunger Games craze, but better late than never, right?  I began reading the series because I'm a teacher and had a student that wanted to read them with me.  I was hooked quickly.  Katniss and Peeta are the tributes from District 12 that go to compete in the annual Hunger Games.  Each of the 12 districts sends one male and one female to compete in the games every year, and only one can emerge victorious.<br/><br/>Not for the first time I wished I had the kind of imagination it takes to create an entirely different world or culture, something completely removed from anything we know.  I put Suzanne Collins on the same level as Joss Whedon (Buffy), JJ Abrams (Alias) and George Lucas (Star Wars).  The story is violent and tragic and funny and utterly compelling.  I have a hard time with the fact that this is recommended for middle schoolers, but there is an oasis of elements to study from an academic standpoint.  This isn't the type of story that I typically enjoy, but since beginning, I have been unable to put it down.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2W0CKW5G0ONQN?ASIN=0439023521	ENTHRALLING!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So I didn't want to watch the film when it was out because I wanted to read the book because a lot of people had asked me to read it. I think the most interesting thing about The Hunger Games is the central character's unpredictability, Katniss Everdeen doesn't know what she wants from who. She doesn't seem to have time to think and one after another a series of unexpected events take place. At the end of every chapter the author tries to keep it very interesting by pushing forward a kind of a suspense. This is a FAST PACED READ and you shall not take long to finish the book. The writing is good but everything is mentioned in an autonomous autobiographical voice - in other words she - the protagonist - is giving an account of everything around her. I am a slow reader but I finished this book in one day so you can imagine just how catchy it's content is. A lotta credit to the author for making the wonderful mockingjays and the jabberjays and pulling that out of thin air and who can forget the mitts with the eyes!?! Unquestionably intelligent writing.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RL0KN6C27H8OO?ASIN=0439023521	Torn Apart	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I will admit that Katniss has just won the Hunger games and has a lot on her mind, but now that they are over, she really should focus on the capitols revenge rather than Peeta and Gale. I liked the book as a whole, and think that anyone twelve and up can read it. there is also a strong message in there that says that no one has the right to own you. this is also a book that you could read again and again. after reading the book, i went to see the movie, and it ... sucked. first of all, the people were way too old (isn't  it supposed to be children fighting to the death?). secondly, they were all healthy looking (isn't  it supposed to be the HUNGER games instead of the near death but still fat games?). lastly, the filming was all messed up (it was all close ups like reeeealy close). Sorry for criticism, but bottom line, don't watch the movie. five stars for the book, but like one for the movie. P.S. they messed up the  district twelve hand signal (instead  of the the three fingers of the left hand in the air, they used the right hand in the movie).</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIWDQNNNE7MY5?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games Review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This story is a modern metaphor for Rome around the time of Christ. The capital, now located somewhere around Colorado Springs, is what is left after a series of natural and man-made disasters. The 12 satellite districts whose people live in abject poverty, each produce specific goods which are consumed by wealthy population of the capital. In retribution for one of the districts (completely destroyed by the standing army)rebelling against the capital, annual games are held where a male and female over the age of 12 are selected by a drawing in each district to fight the pair from the other districts and ultimately each other to the death (Roman gladiatorial contests?), with a single winner emerging to live in modest luxury as a reward. The story follows a young woman who happens to be a skilled hunter and her male companion from the same district as they participate in the contest. The details of the story are exceptionally well written and the twists and turns made it hard for me to put the book down. I can't wait to read the next in the trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29H4ZCTZIDE9P?ASIN=0439023521	Is this really a book for Young Adults??	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I purchased The Hunger Games Trilogy as a gift for my 13 yr old.  I had no idea what it was about and became curious.  I decided to read The Hunger Games before handing it over to my child.  After only a few pages, I can honestly say I was shocked by the subject matter.  Why would a book about violence, death and child abuse be well suited for our young adults?  As an adult I can separate fact from fiction but can all young adults? I'm still not sure how I feel about this book.  I can say that it was a fast read and had many good points to the story.  I was however very disturbed by one scene and still can't get it out of my head (it comes near the end of the story). Overall, I liked the book and loved Katniss and Peeta. The book was hard to put down however I'm not dying to read the next two books of the series.  Personally I feel this is a book better suited for adults and most will enjoy it. I do not feel most children can handle the subject matter nor should be exposed to it.  I can only imagine they will have nightmares.  Just my opinion.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RN0Z67JXSC91B?ASIN=0439023521	Violence without recourse	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have to admit that I'm a minority here, but I didn't really like this book.  I thought the writing was juvenile and simplistic (and I know that it was intended for a younger audience, but there is a definite difference between this and the Harry Potter books, which were also intended for a younger audience, but contained prose that was much more challenging for the younger readers.)  Certainly the subject matter warrants a book for an older audience than the writing in this book seems to indicate.  This would be like the `Dick and Jane' books being rewritten as `Dick kills Jane' (with his bare hands, no less).<br/><br/>Now, that first paragraph addresses the subject matter, not the actual `violence.'  Although this book is `violent,' the violence is glossed over--both in description and in the impact on the kids.  These are kids killing other kids, for heaven sake, and the psychological impact on those doing the killing and witnessing the deaths of other youngsters, is not delved into in any great detail, such that it was not realistic at all.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MXU6VMZ9RE5B?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book. Katniss is strong likeable hero.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have just finished the first book. Even though they are very popular and have a movie. I have managed to be spoiler free. Katniss is a strong likeable hero. She is manages to mix being strong,caring and distant with being vulnerable and caring. I loved the relationship between Katniss and her sister and also between Katniss and Rue. The book is great with an intriguing world. I like when Katniss is in District 12 or thinking about that. Those are rootable moments for me. I like self depricating/humorous characters. Pacey Witter is my favorite example of that. Twilight's Jacob has it, Damon from Vampire Dairies but for some reason it's not endearing with Peeta. I love love romance. I read alot for love stories but this was blah to me. I am a romance nut but cringed at the peeta/katniss stuff. Also I like to read books for escapism, for good guys to win, for everyone to survive and romance and happily ever after. I get the feeling that I won't like how the series goes. That I won't get the ending I hope for and am hesistant to continue the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R54280RDYWBSD?ASIN=0439023521	I did not think I would like this story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I did not think I would like this story; thought it was for pre-teens.  But Ms. Collins writing puts you right there.  Now, I want to see the movie.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UE1M2BS34NFA?ASIN=0439023521	So much better then the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After watching the movie and not understanding what the big deal was, I decided to read the book. Now I get it, now I need to watch the movie again.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R82C6N3VLZ59P?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">While it is written for the young adult audience, it is an excellent read for all ages. It could be placed in Rome during the age of the gladiators.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QIHGT5QYCB1R?ASIN=0439023521	Always loved the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I watched the movie before reading this fantastic book. It's really exhilarating and thrilling and I recommend it to all the appropriate age groups.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXKHWTRTFAR09?ASIN=0439023521	Exciting read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book.  Easy read.  It captures your attention early on which is a must for me. Immediately purchased the second book after finishing this one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WSTAKYIKSWQV?ASIN=0439023521	The glory	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What a story. Even though there were blood and guts and death in this book, it was really a great book to read and I bet the others are even better.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GFDTFBI7E1FR?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Even though there is so much violence I enjoyed this book immensely. I read the entire thing non-stop.<br/>I would recommend this book to everyone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QNWCIO1EVAP8?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was told over and over again that this was a great read  and I was not disapointed...Loved it...Great and I could not wait to read the secaond one</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GZJCZFXZ6GOB?ASIN=0439023521	Great very entertaining!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A fantastic read, very well written with a good plot and great characters.  I was hooked from page one, this is not a book that is easy to put down!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2K21UNU6DJAPC?ASIN=0439023521	Very good book, loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games. Suzanne Collins. United States: Scholastic Inc, September 14, 2008. 374.<br/>The books purposed audience were teenagers, but it can be read by anyone. This book doesn't have much sexual contents, has violence but it's not too detailed so it is fine for teens to read. It was a very good book to read, after every chapter it made you want to keep reading on to find out what happens.<br/>The main character is Katniss Everdeen that gets into the Hunger Games, where 1 male and 1 female from each district participates in a deathmatch to be broadcasted in all of Panem. The plot and the story of the book is very original and interesting, Collins wrote this book out well, not leaving out many important things in the book. I feel like this book is a good read for anyone over the age of 13, it made me want to read the next book, I want to know what happens next. I haven't read any books like this, so it was an original to me.<br/>Overall this was a good book, I recommend this book to anyone that enjoys thrilling and action packed books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RA6BWXIZ14SP2?ASIN=0439023521	Could not put it down. It was amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved everything about the book from beginning to end.  Once you start you can not put it down.  This is truly my favorite series.  I have read The Hunger Games, Catching Fire, and I am on Mockingjay and they are all amazing.  Suzanne Collins is my favorite and i want to read all of her books.  She writes in such suspense I was on the edge of my seat at the end when Katniss nearly was killed by Clove when she attacked her at the feast.  Then, they announced that there will only be one victor when Peeta and Katniss are the only ones left.  Also, I loved when Katniss and Peeta were in the cave together finally becoming true star-crossed lovers.  The arena in this book was also thrilling with the mutts that came to attack at the end.  The only thing that I did not like was that it ended too soon.  I just wanted to read more.  If anyone is thinking of reading this book don't wait another second, find a cozy spot and enjoy the book.  I can promise that you will love it, and that you will want to read the whole series.  I wish there was another one!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NYUX1CZ21US8?ASIN=0439023521	Non Stop Pageturner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I only bought the books after I watched the movie and I was so impressed by how good they have adapted the first book into a movie I hope the sequels follow suit as well. As for the books they are simply one of the most compelling and interesting series of books I have ever read. I myself am not an avid reader and I can't believe how much I got really in to these books. I started reading the first book on a Friday night then finished the next morning. I immediately went out to get the last two books and managed to finish the trilogy in one weekend. Never in my life did I read a book where I could not put it down the only times I stopped reading were meal times and bathroom breaks. I highly recommend everyone to read these books maybe people 10+. The books delves into some really deep values about loyalty, survival, effects of war, and a little bit of romance. I believe this is a book both boys and girls will enjoy. I thank and congratulate Suzanne Collins for creating such an amazing book series and for having turned me into an avid book reader.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34EWW0BANHBZW?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I do not have time to write as lengthy a review as this book deserves, however I just wanted to put my opinion out there and say this was one of my favorite books ever! I absolutely loved it. I have read some of the one-star reviews that people have written about this book and I cannot understand why people would have rated it one star. This book is a commentary about the brutality that all people are capable of committing and yet a few stand up to the oppressive government and try to make a better situation for themselves. Isn't that what all rebels in history have tried to do?<br/><br/>I think that everyone should give this book a chance, and not look at the surface of the story but delve deeper into the heart of what SC was trying to convey, that even though life may seem helpless at times, there is always a way to alleviate your situation to make it better! Again, I loved this book very much and even if you disagree with me, I will always know that this book is beautifully written and it conveys an important message (as does the entire trilogy!).</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2D0P6S1U5XOH9?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for more!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I originally purchased this book for my son for additonal readings for his Freshman (h.s.) english class. At his request, I downloaded it to my Kindle. This child is not a reader, but when I tell you he was over halfway finished with the book the first night, I'm not exaggerating. Before he completed the first book, he asked me to buy the other two books in the series. When he started telling me about the plot, I told him they made a film about the book, and we haven't looked back. I began to read it as well via my Android,(thank God for that app!!) and we compared our views. Naturally, he was far ahead of me, so I had to insist on him not revealing anything to me. I finished the last book today, and I'm so thrilled to have read something so original, action-packed, sad, funny, and scary at the same time!!! This was a page-turner from the beginning!! Now, we're awaiting the movie release so we can see if they will do the book justice. This is an excellent read, and I suggest that parents read it along with their children. It's truly awesome!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HDDM38NGNZC2?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was waiting in line at a local theater with my 12-year-old granddaughter to see the new Tron movie and got into a conversation with the woman behind me about children's books. She recommended The Hunger Games to me. Well, I just finished reading it and it is way, way better than that stupid movie was!<br/><br/>Hunger games explores what happens to people placed in extreme poverty and constant exposure to death can do to people, especially to children. In this book, the people effectively live in the equivalent of the Warsaw Ghetto during Nazi Germany. There is a brutal ruling class that keeps the local people at the brink of starvation. Does that really make everyone cruel and indifferent? What if you add in an equivalent to the Roman gladiator games but populate them with children?<br/><br/>The book is engaging and thought provoking. Fast moving and yet thoughtful. I couldn't put it down and finished it in just a couple of days. Oddly, I don't feel a big rush to read the second book and I think that is because I'm slightly disappointed by the ending.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5TQF99WC9OYA?ASIN=0439023521	amazing booky book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Absolutely fantastic great and exciting booky booky booky booky booky booky booky booky booky booky booky booky booky booky booky booky booky book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HM61P0CON2DO?ASIN=0439023521	It got me	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this because my students were reading it. And, I got hooked. I read the next two books, but didn't enjoy number 3 as it just lost its power.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YBN1E94GTWO9?ASIN=0439023521	great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved it so much that I purchased the rest of the series.  I think I have read<br/>them all at least 4 times.  See something I missed each time.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10EVJK9VCISZG?ASIN=0439023521	The Hungers Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games, written by Suzanne Collins, was a fantastic and action packed book. It was hard to put the book down. The author created events that kept you in suspense and I couldn't wait to read again. Collins creates dynamic characters that fit well with their respectable roles in the book. The determination and toughness that Katniss shows helps her survive throughout her life and in the Hunger Games. This is a personality trait that many of us admire. The reader can also relate really well to the book. This is possible due to the plotline of the story, which is how the government controls the people. With this constantly going on in the world, people are able to relate to it, creating a timeless book. There isn't a dull moment in the book, with unexpected deaths and interesting allies being created throughout the Hunger Games. The author does a fantastic job of creating an interesting story while also making it relatable. Overall, this story was terrific, and I cannot wait to get my hands on the next book in the Hunger Games series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OPNCQN100V90?ASIN=0439023521	Utterly comsuming	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">In the future, adolescents from twelve regional districts compete in a yearly televised contest.  There is only one way to win the Hunger Games: outlive the other twenty-three contestants.<br/><br/>Without question, this is the best novel I've read all year--a fast-paced thrill ride that's also a bit of an allegory about our society's obsession with ""reality"" entertainment.  The story gripped me from the very first page--I literally could not put it down and ended up reading it in one day.<br/><br/>The story is tightly written in first person present tense which really lends a sense of immediacy and intimacy to the action.  You might think the ending of this ""last man standing"" plot is a foregone conclusion, but there are plenty of surprising twists and the resolution is definitely not what you're expecting.  It's a ripping good read: smart, occasionally witty, with moderate amounts of violence and romance and an extremely likable protagonist.<br/><br/>This is truly a book that appeals to both adolescents and adults.  I give it my highest recommendation.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RKHECZ5AQ2T6?ASIN=0439023521	"If I was the book, I wouldn't have to say ""Read me."" Everyone would (and should) just do it anyway!!!"	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of the best books I have ever read. Suzanne Collins is a genius, pulling readers into the story with wonderful description and suspense. The characters are well developed, with a touch of romance between the two main characters...but no spoilers. '<br/>With the plot line there is bound to be some violence, but it's not over the top, which I thought was great (considering what's on TV these days). The final death scene is a little scary, not something I would recommend for anyone under ten, but it is very short and can easily be cut.<br/>Another plus was the content. Bearing in mind the unsuitable topics in many of today's young adult books, I was very surprised at the complete lack of inappropriate scenes and foul language. Children under thirteen can actually read a young adult book! I believe this could possibly be a Guinness World Record.<br/>The futuristic world Suzanne Collins has created is completely and utterly believable, the characters are engaging, and the plot is just plain AWESOME.<br/>To put it simply: YOU MUST READ THIS BOOK!!!!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HS83IEDHL86N?ASIN=0439023521	A great book for young adults	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I picked up the book before it got so popular and loved it from page 1!!! The story of Katniss in a destroyed America fighting for her life and for those she loves.<br/><br/>I tought it was fast paced and kept me on the edge of my seat until the very end. The characters had great personality and went well with Katniss. It was pretty descriptive and expressed the character well.<br/><br/>It had a really good plot and story. The romance was great and how the games were. I only had a few problems with the book.<br/><br/>First, it didn't describe Katniss very well. When I was readimg it, I completley missed the part where it said she had black hair. It didn't explain her features well either. So I just pictured her with blonde hair and blue eyes for the rest of the trilogy.<br/><br/>Another thing was that it was a little too graphic. I mean, kids killing eachother? Sounds a little violent doesn't it? And how they described the wounds, the fighting, I would not recommend this to a ten year old.<br/><br/>But over all it was a great and thrilling read for people 12 and up.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RK817Z87K17CW?ASIN=0439023521	Underdeveloped, doesn't necessarily stand on its own without the other two books	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Given the megahit status of this book, I found the prose disappointing and the characters and plot underdeveloped. The ending seemed like a foregone conclusion from the get-go, and while I stayed engaged in the story pacing-wise, I didn't feel a strong compulsion to keep reading and find out how we were going to get there.<br/><br/>Once I reached the last page, I realized the whole thing had just been a setup for the sequel. The final chapter(s) just isn't rich enough to allow the book to stand on its own. I know this was written as a trilogy, but if you're going to make it three separate books, each should be able to hold water as a complete novel in its own right.<br/><br/>Hopefully the second two books in the trilogy are better developed and, frankly, better edited. YA readers are plenty smart and don't require throwaway sentences to clarify what they should have gleaned from the preceding paragraph.<br/><br/>I had wanted to read the books before seeing the movies, but I may decide to skip straight to the films on the last two.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3H2SFDLH0ZUS0?ASIN=0439023521	Engaging story marred by immature science fiction.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I found the story line to be engaging.  It was a hard book to put down, but there were several points that detracted from the overall effect.  The science fiction, in terms of economics and technology was ill conceived.  It just wasn't well thought out.  The reader must close his eyes to the conclusion that the social and economic system simply could not work.  There is no where near enough economic mass in the North Korea-like Districts to support the parasitic capitol.  The magic technology of the Capital is improbable in the extreme.<br/><br/>Collins really had no idea what a bow and arrows are, how they are used, or what they are capable of.  They were such a critical item to Katniss' whole being, that this is inexcusable.  She should have spent a few hours on the range with a competent instructor.  Then she would have sounded like she had a clue.<br/><br/>The penultimate scene was ludicrous (But no spoilers here.) but the final scene and the post games tension was well executed.<br/><br/>It is a book written for 16 year olds.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2EE3SMX344J5Q?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The first book is by far my favorite, much better than the second and third one. I really wasn't a fan of the third one at all, too much shift in the way she tells the story. Anyway, the first one is amazing and compelling and I had an extremely hard time putting this book down. You are introduced to the characters for the first time and the author does an amazing job on really describing these characters and bringing them to life. My favorite characters (Peeta and Haymitch) really make the story better for me. They are invoking and their personality traits are so distinct and their own, that it makes the story all that much better.<br/>If you haven't read the series yet, it is about 12 different districts (all more progressively poor than the next it seems) and Katniss (main character) is a part of district 12 (the coal mining district) and must go to the Capitol (very prestigious  city) to compete in the hunger games. It's a lot like Running Man or Battle Royale if you have seen either. Definitely a good read, I highly recommend it.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFETN1645RHFG?ASIN=0439023521	Now I Know What Everyone is Raving About!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had a parent tell me at a Scholastic Warehouse sale that this was a terrific book so I picked it up for my son. But then a friend posted on Facebook about how great it was and I figured it was time to read it first. I'm so glad I did. Like so many others, once I started I couldn't put it down. What a great story with incredible characters. It is very unique but then again has a lot of similarities to Shirley Jackson's The Lottery and Stephen King's The Long Walk.<br/><br/>I loved Katniss and her spunk, ingenuity, and determination. The detail and plot development are great and you can feel the tension, the heat, the cold as you read what Kat and Peeta have to go through.<br/><br/>I don't want to give anything away because I loved reading it with no knowledge of plot or anything. That made the unraveling of the story really great.<br/><br/>This is not a book for young kids. There is death (starvation, murder and attacks) of children of many ages. It is Big Brother to the extreme.<br/><br/>Well worth a read by teens and adults.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YLTGQPMS5PML?ASIN=0439023521	A book of teen violence NOT a book for Teens (without adult guidance)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Condemned for being about teens attacking and killing teens, one might decide to avoid this series.<br/><br/>However, this is far from the kind of stuff you get with the Twilight series, or some kind of lame thing reminiscent of the Power Rangers. This is actually a political conflict story and it is very well told.<br/><br/>If you have not read this book, then I encourage you to do so. But I would suggest this formula to approach it:<br/>First watch the Film Adaptation. It will give you a basic understanding to the environment.<br/>Then read the book -- it will enlarge the story and make the larger aspect of the story that at first does not come through in the movie.<br/>Then watch the movie again. Details will pop out that you would not have seen the first time around.<br/><br/>--<br/>It is a very rare thing for both the movie and the book the movie is adapted from to actually play off each other... but this most definitely does. So Watch the Movie, read the book, then watch the movie again for the best of this book series</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTI7VPG7G0GXW?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book, after seeing the movie it was an easy read and it had more elaboration. When I watched the movie again, I understood the movie better.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFWWIYI5U34HA?ASIN=0439023521	Great book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is a great book.<br/>I recommend it for any one over the age 10.<br/>It is a good action and adventure book.<br/>GET THIS BOOK</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXQ4MEVOIVGXC?ASIN=0439023521	Good reminder	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was stunned by this book not just by the great detailed story but also it's content.  This book vividly remains me that freedom it's never free.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IDP9Y3U5U6RM?ASIN=0439023521	Love this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved reading this book. I am hooked and can not wait to finish the series. This is coming from someone who never reads. So that is saying slot.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2S1LVLD5CJY2Z?ASIN=0439023521	grabed me	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">bought this book on impluse, afer vague comments from grand children, well written with believeable situations and outcomes must buy the next book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GFFF7VAA1ZLA?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">5 star because I couldn't put it down. Very good story with plenty of detail. I would recommend to anyone. Great book, can't wait to start second!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VZO4SWL7NFEV?ASIN=0439023521	Good Read Great Series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The movie was ok, but the book sites was great. Very well written, and so detailed you, can see everything that is happening vividly in your mind.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21HEBJEMPQLZ1?ASIN=0439023521	Who Says this is for Teens?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am curious to find out who made this a ""Teen"" series.  That label kept me from taking a second look at this series, but after seeing how popular, and how much longevity the series has maintained I finally gave in.  I put on my hoodie and with a look to the left, and another to the right I snuck into the Kindle store in the middle of the night to purchase the Hunger Games.  Now I can't stop telling my friends and coworkers about the book.  I read a lot, but it has been a very long time since a book excited me so much.  The writing, the plot, the pace, the story are all riveting.  Kudos (theres my age showing, I'm not sure what the kids are saying) to Suzanne.  Brillant, triumphant...Thank you for bringing enjoyment, and for making me care about characters who leep from the electronic pages of my Kindle.  If you haven't already read this, do not be put off by the misguided teen rating, this book is for anyone who loves a great yarn and who donesn't mind staying up late, beacuse you will have a hard time putting The Hunger Games down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YVFSS6GKCKQH?ASIN=0439023521	it was amazing! (this has spoilers!!!!!!!!)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">okay so when i first started reading this i didnt get it but as the story went on i got the hang of it and i loved Cato! what can go wrong wirh some hot bad boy!?!  even though i hated that rue had to die (it was going to happen anyways katniss was always supposed to win and here is only one victor.......... in this case two) i thought that its was heart pounding. and for one thing i would NOT want to be in the hunger games it freaked me out it the pulf scenes (BtW a pulf is a pug wolf you would know if u say the movie. wel its not hard to be scared like it was crazy.  Oh and im a team Cato and Gale : ) !!! I thought that afer the hinger games they would go back to liking each other you know??? but stupid capitol brought the to the arena AGAIN....... Im mad...i mean what the .... PRIM DIES IN THE LAST BOOK :(<br/>but i loved the fact there is a strong heroine, katniss, and as i read the end there was an epolge.... KATNISS AND PEETA HAD KIDS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! overak it was sooo exciting one of my favorites of the year</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1EQ8G699OUBAF?ASIN=0439023521	Need A Good Book To Read?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">How would you feel if you were dragged away from the home you cared for and the family you loved to certain death and left your family to care for themselves?  This is what Katniss Everdeen experienced in The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins.  This book is an extraordinary read; a must read for anyone. Katniss struggles with survival, sanity, and love when she is sent on this perilous journey.  The boy who saved her life is being sent with her and she will be forced to kill him or hope someone else does so she doesn't have to herself. She is forced to be someone she isn't and must face many challenges and decisions.<br/> The first time I heard about this book, I thought it would be an okay read.  When I decided to read it I assumed it would be one of the better books I had read. It wasn't. It is the best book I have ever read. This is the type of book that keeps your interest throughout the entire story and is impossible to put down.  I ask you this: Are you willing to stay up late to read?  Then this is the book for you.<br/>Rom AL-T 7/8</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AEEW6MPO9H0H?ASIN=0439023521	An Old Plot Gets a New Flavor	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What a spectacular read.  To the critics who claim it is a rip-off of Battle Royale:  perhaps.  But great novelists often write about a previously written theme.  This book brought back memories of ""The Lottery: by Shirley Jackson, ""The Most Dangerous Game"" by Richard Conner, and The Giver by Lois Lowry.  If I was still a teacher, I would have a field day with this book!<br/><br/>When reading a book that regurgitates a previously told story, you look to see how the author puts her own unique spin on it. Collins tell the story in a new and vivid way.  The characters are compelling and believable. Her prose is accurate, horrifying, but not over the top.  The greatest aspect of this novel, I thought, was the way the Collin makes a fantastic critique about modern-day reality t.v. shows: about how brutal they are, how inhumane, and how they blur the line between reality and perceived reality.<br/><br/>This is the first of what I'm sure is going to be a fantastic, riveting trilogy.  If you want to get your teenager reading, hand him or her THIS BOOK!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IHKB6FMT8I74?ASIN=0439023521	Worth the buzz	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The new YA novel that everyone seems to be talking about is worth the buzz. This was the most fun I've had reading in months.<br/><br/>In an unspecified dystopian future, the Hunger Games are at once a contest and a tool of political intimidation. Every year, children from a dozen subjugated regions of the former United States are chosen to compete in a brutal fight to the death. Participation is mandatory, and the Games are televised throughout the world.<br/><br/>The story follows Katniss, a 16-year-old girl whose skill with a bow has kept her family from starving in their impoverished district. She's a thoroughly believable character, tough, independent, and even a little cold--it's a rough world, after all--but also suffering from the characteristic flaws of the age, most notably blindspots about her own appeal and the motivations of those around her. Sometimes the POV in young adult books can creep me out, like an adult squeezing into a child's clothing, but Collins nails it, and the book is just flat-out riveting.<br/><br/>Highly recommended.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GC2H4TIXRUC1?ASIN=0439023521	I was a skeptic, now I am not ~!~	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Having plunged into the great literary classics, during college and after being employed by the US Government, I found this book. I was a skeptic. It was described as a book that ""guys"" would not like.<br/><br/>Well , 2 chapters into it, being able to see the groundwork being laid, I was hooked. Kind of like the Davincci Code, The Jungle and even the Grapes of Wrath. The book set the hook and I was then along for the ride.<br/><br/>Not too much to tell so as to keep the integrity of the story whole to the unread readers here, but, I will say it is a reality that could exist somewhere, someday.<br/><br/>The girl grabs your heart from step 1, the brutality yet civility of the situations leads one to not fully grasp the concept until thunderdome ie... The Arena.<br/><br/>All in all, must read for those who are literary or even literate. Pick it up, fall in love and hold on for the ride.<br/><br/>Overall one of the best I have read since Agelas Ashes or even the coveted Jungle.<br/><br/>Good reads people ~!~<br/><br/>J/K</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LLY5JH70FC8K?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent writing- engaging and addicting story!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">In my opinion, this is the best fictional book series to come out since Harry Potter. Suzanne Collins has a unique way of putting you inside the character's mind, and her writing style is easy to read. I quickly got absorbed in this story and was frantic to get the 2nd and 3rd books of the trilogy. One warning is that these books are graphic, and go into detail about a cruel and violent government including murders and death, so it is not good reading for young children or anyone bothered by this sort of thing. However, Collins does not glorify the violence- the main character is increasingly disgusted and outraged at the oppressive government in the novel, and the attitude of shock at the inhumane way the people of Panem (the country) are treated is a constant throughout the trilogy. This is a classic good-against-evil, fighting the man, dystopian story with a hero everyone can relate to. I highly enjoyed this series and I would recommend this book to fans of fantasy, sci-fi, fiction, Harry Potter, Lord of the Rings, 1984, etc.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3D7PQWPOW7WEF?ASIN=0439023521	A preview of the GOP's plans for the country	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Have you been suspicious about the actions of the GOP, but not taken the time to research it? Just read this book. Starting oil wars, blowing up unions and stripping workers rights, war profiteering, hiding money in foreign accounts, not funding education, redistributing wealth to a small number of people, controlling the media, joining forces with corporations, stripping women's rights, making the government our enemy (our only means of stopping them is the government) creating 80% of the current debt while blaming the other party, stripping voters rights (starting with the most likely to vote for the other guys, but that will just make it easier to take voting rights from everyone). They are evil, but not stupid. They know the climate is changing, they know we are in for one weather related disaster after another, but they deny it while going for a money grab so that when the time comes to rebuild they will have the money and the control. Yes this is the GOP manifesto.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Z81SISUSGP6Y?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Katniss and Peeta make a cute couple. Both are compelling characters that seem very realistic. On that note every character in the book was realistic and stood out on their own merit. I especially liked Rue, so small yet agile, brave, and smart. Gale is a character I could easily grow to love. Responsible, caring and obviously adores Katniss. For most of the book I rooted for Gale and Katniss to end up together. However from the cave scenes on Peeta won me over completely. I've known very very people as open with their feelings as he is so he struck a chord and resonated deeply with me.<br/><br/>The story held my attention from the second page to the end. That's a hard thing for any book to do these days. I have a very analytical mind and my inner editor/critic never shuts up. But the story line was so compelling and easy to relate to that I was absorbed all the way to the end.<br/><br/>While I'm intrigued to find out how the story will continue, however I was greatly dissapointed that the book left off on a huge cliffhanger.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UV2JSOIRAGTD?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games: AMAZING!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">WOW! I almost could never put this book down. After reading the first few pages, I was hooked onto the book. Suzanne Collins does an amazing job of combining drama and violence to make this book one of the best I've ever read. Some parts disturbing, others interesting, the plot line to this book is one of a kind. When I say this book is amazing, I'm not over exaggerating it. Whether you're the kind of person who likes romance novels, the kind of person who likes gory novels, or almost any other kind of book, you'll love this book because guess what? It has it all. Even though this book is supposed to be for young adults, I think it fits pretty much any age group (well, that is probably anybody eight years old or above). Because Suzanne Collins does such a good job of adding so much suspense and detail, almost anybody would like it. Again, I wouldn't have given the book five stars if it was just ""good"". It really is one of a kind, and anyone from the ages 8 to 80 should read it. I can't wait to read Catching Fire!<br/><br/>-Alex Rovner</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3M3EY8VKWVWR4?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">HOLY COW!!!!  I could NOT put this book down!<br/><br/>While it starts off a little slow, as it provides background information to set the reader up for the plot, the pace drastically picks up as soon as Katniss and Peeta are chosen for the competition.<br/><br/>I am a seventh grade English teacher and presented this book to my students today as a Book Talk.  Needless to say, after choosing to read aloud the pivotal scene involving Rue, I now have a waiting list to check the book out!<br/><br/>The novel will appeal to both boys and girls; even though the main character is a girl, there is enough attention paid to the boy characters to keep boy readers engaged.  Not to mention, there are plenty of action-packed, violent scenes that will delight the male readers who love that sort of stuff!  It sucks the girls in, too, because there is such an emotional edge to it.<br/><br/>Walk, don't run, to your nearest store and pick up a copy NOW.  The last page of the book says ""End of Book One"" and I am hoping and praying that this means a sequel is in the works!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXZBK4NEN2XZC?ASIN=0439023521	Beautiful, Horrible, Amazing, Barbaric, Intense and Perfect	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book. I read the whole series in three days. My only complaint is that I read them to fast and that my friend have not read them because I just want to talk about them. What makes this a great book is the writing, the story and the characters. They are all flawed in ways no one is perfect and no one clams to be. There were times where I wanted to scream at the characters and throw it across the room but I think that is what makes this book great because you know you are going to go over a pick it up and keep reading.<br/><br/>Suzanne Collins has a way with words. She can make the worst possible moments and scenarios easy to digest. They are horrific at times but when is children fighting to the death ever fluffy, but they never are horribly unnerving and off putting. The way it is written makes it tangible and easily accessed. You will probably cry, laugh, scream and squeal with  joy and surprise with curve balls Collins throws at her readers. There is romance, fighting and politics, everything that makes a good book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3I7V602ADNVGE?ASIN=0439023521	A youthful reader target	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Interesting, entertaining story line, written for an age specific reader and that audience, I am sure, are thrilled with the book.  Not my thing.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3820GA3E7BI9S?ASIN=0439023521	Entertaining	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Keeps you riveted the entire book. The ending left me wanting to know more. I may finish the entire series in a week. Great writing, great story!</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11QVR0KGOXDR6?ASIN=0439023521	Grreat read for teenagers	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Enjoyed an action packed easy read.  Not surprised the films are so popular especially with young adults although probably suitable for all ages.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BHQ0OSKWMJPE?ASIN=0439023521	not just for teenagers!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great political commentary on Obamerica, and where it's taking us!  Funny how fiction is not only stranger than truth, but is a compass, as well!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37TFU2SYMOOIJ?ASIN=0439023521	Is this what we are coming to?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Compare their capital city with ours.  Seems like the populace is here only to serve their government masters.  We work, they get all the spoils.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OG884FWH40NX?ASIN=0439023521	Darling Daughter read the book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Daughter loved it.  She already read the 2nd book and went to the library for the third book.  Expect that book to be complete in no time as well</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2C4RXTHUZ8JBP?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome book...good read! Just finished book two, looking forward to book three.<br/><br/>I will definitely spread the word about this trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KPPCRK1NZTM9?ASIN=0439023521	A Unique Post-apocalyptic Novel	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was skeptical, I admit. When I started reading the Hunger Games, I wasn't sure I would enjoy it. But curiosity got the better of me.<br/><br/>The narrative is a little jarring at times, sometimes plain, and almost weak. At other times, it's very emotional and gets you right where it hurts, tugging on your heart strings. Katniss is a strong character, and you get right inside her head with the first person narrative.<br/><br/>I found it a bit frustrating at times because there were things I could obviously see going on, that Katniss never quite caught on to until the very end. I'll leave out details because I don't want to spoil it, but even with that, this was a good story.<br/><br/>The world is well built, and the history is believable. Panem is an interesting place, but I found myself almost wanting a map so I could see how it was laid out on what used to be North America. This wasn't a typical post-apocalyptic novel.<br/><br/>All told, I'll probably carry on through the series. I'm interested in what happens next.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJ4YY1BQN2N5B?ASIN=0439023521	Good story, but gruesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is an easy read story that demands that you finish the book. In a certain sense the outcome is predictable, but there is a surprise ending, which makes it worthwhile finishing the book. There two ways of looking at the story: on the one hand it is gruesome and abhorrent, but if you look at it as a war story, which it in a certain sense is, then it is just like any other war story in which people suffer and get killed. This is possibly the best way of approaching it. Well written, but certainly not a literary masterpiece. It was obviously written as the first of a series of books, that it is. It is not recommended for sensitive readers and I would not recommend it to people who have emotional problems. If you are looking for something to cheer you up, don't read it. Although I would like to know what happens next, I don't think that I will read the other books. The reason why I read this one was to find out what it is all about since I had heard so much about it. Now I know and I know enough and don't need to know more.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13MSAQC1SIYBJ?ASIN=0439023521	This book is amazing. I felt as if I were in the ...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is amazing. I felt as if I were in the book with the characters. Anyone who reads this is sure to be hooked by the first two chapters.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AFLX4FBEM146?ASIN=0439023521	awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book was amazing ive read five times before and i never got tired of it, i would definitely recommend this book for anyone wants to read it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLFCRD3QV6YID?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After being apprehensive about reading this book I was pleasantly surprised at how great the book was.  I am now reading book two loved book one</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R524SE3QUPGS?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was fabulous! The best book I have read since Harry potter. I never wanted to put it down. I could just read it for hours without end.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3A5QKRGXIYC5N?ASIN=0439023521	The Book was Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book is amazing! Buy it, you wont regret it. Im not a big reader, but once i (Cailyn M.) bought this book it made me want to read more and more. I have read Catching Fire and Mocking Jay. They are both really good books to, but if i wouldnt of read this book i would have never even glanced at the others. If you are into things that will keep you on your feet and wanting to read more, this is definitly the book for you. They have made a movie , but i think the book is better. Want to find out which one is better? Than buy this book it is the best book of all time!It has some romance but its because they are fighting for their life in the arena. It helps you have a bigger imagination to because it has so many thoughts and so many things to think about. You just imagine the things and than go see the movie and it was totally different from what i thought the people would look like. Onve you read this book you should also read Catching Fire and Mocking Jay because those are the books that keep you wanting more and more!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RW7ODZSHRGQH4?ASIN=0439023521	If it gets kids reading...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the film first and then I was persuaded to read the book.  I knew the story as everyone I knew at work had read the books and so I decided to give them a go.  I was pleasantly surprised.  I liked the clear writing style and I that it was told through the eyes of Katniss.  This gave the effect of making her slightly unreliable in that she does not see how other characters see her and finds reading people difficult, which makes her all the more interesting.<br/><br/>This had a great pace to it and I read it in nearly one go.  I had to keep turning the pages to find out what happened, even though I already knew!  This is the sign of a good storyteller and if I downloaded the whole trilogy as a result, then Suzanne Collins has done her job well.  The only thing I would have liked were more details as to how Panem happened to be a post-apocalypse world.  I don't know if this will be revealed later in the trilogy but that would have been nice to read about in the first novel.  Nonetheless, I'll be reading the sequels.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QUBVD8X8SOD8?ASIN=0439023521	you just can't stop reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'll admit, I was hesitant to get this book because the plot didn't really sound like it was my kind of read despite it's excellent reviews.  While browsing for something new to read I decided to give this book a try.  I'm still not sure this is my kind of genre, but the writing was excellent and the plot really just sucks you in and holds you tight.  By a couple chapters in I was hopelessly hooked and just couldn't put the book down....needless to say, I got very little sleep for a few days because not only could I not put down the first book I just had to read the other 2 right away as well which resulted in every second of my spare time for several days being devoted to reading. If you are at all like me and get sucked so deep into the plot of a good book that you can barely function until you've finished, make sure you don't start until you don't have anything going on for a few days because if you're not reading it, you'll be thinking about it, and you'll probably sacrifice some sleep to find out what happens next.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R159B172ZLP6IU?ASIN=0439023521	"""The Lottery"" for a new generation"	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">""The Hunger Games"" series has become the must-read Millennium trilogy for the middle school set. And like Stieg Larsson's ""Girl Who..."" books, it maximizes its engagement factor by ""going there"" -- as close as Suzanne Collins dare go while remaining safe for the books' preteen audience.<br/><br/>Horrible things happen in ""The Hunger Games,"" starting with a reaping that is like Shirley Jackson's ""The Lottery"" dropped into the dystopian society of Margaret Atwood's ""The Handmaid's Tale."" The shock and horror of events just escalates after that. Human lives are destroyed at the pleasure of the dictatorial Capitol. Cannibalism is mentioned, starvation is a key theme, and plenty of blood flows.<br/><br/>Although there are a lot of deep, challenging concepts to be explored (oppression, the cruelty of human nature, questionable science -- see ""muttations""), the page turning is more enjoyable if the reader just lets the entertainment value reign supreme. Each chapter is almost a mini cliffhanger, and the final scenes are fully rewarding.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17RM99EAOJ4KG?ASIN=0439023521	A New Classic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am not usually a fan of stories about dystopian worlds.  I prefer the fantasy stories with the feel-good happily ever after endings.  But there was so much press about this book that I had to see what everyone was talking about.  It drew me in from the start and I could not put it down.  I was late putting dinner on the table.  My children went to sleep without their baths.  For a few days our household routine was completely upended as I tried to finish the book because I could not stop reading it.  A world where the top rated show is the Hunger Games, a reality show where children fight to the death leaving one winner.  A bleak future is presented in this story.  The only way I can describe it is disturbingly fascinating.  SPOILER ALERT: (at this point do we even need spoiler alerts for this book?) The fact that the story is told in the first person does give away how the story will end, but there was a nice twist added at the end that makes me look forward to reading the next book to see how the story continues.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZXHUW6VIOFTF?ASIN=0439023521	One of the best books I've read in a long time	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm an adult, and I don't regularly read young adult fiction, but a young adult friend of mine recommended this book, and it blew me away.  It was definitely one of the best books I've read in a very long time.  People are so excited about Harry Potter and Twilight, both entertaining, but this is way better.<br/><br/>So many adult books seem to be rather lacking in plot, but this book is exciting from the moment you pick it up until you turn the last page.  There is no downtime, no fluff.  At no point did I feel the author was rambling or just trying to fill pages.  Neither did I feel she cut the book short or had to wrap things up too quickly.<br/><br/>The basic premise is a post-apocalyptic scenario in which the world the protagonist inhabits is divided up into serf states ruled by the central government with an iron fist.  Every year, each serf state must give two of their children to a game in which the teens fight to the death.  The last one standing wins.  I won't say more lest I give something away, but it's gripping.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3C0SGSYW1SOU1?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">willysbookreviews.blogspot.com<br/><br/>This book is AMAZING!  Suzanne Collins blew me away with her masterpiece.  Throughout this book I was awestruck (my face looked like this :O), the character development was phenomenal.  She outdid herself.  I found one flaw, and only one:<br/>1) Katniss Everdeen (our heroine) speaks of food every two pages!<br/><br/>On the upside, Suzanne end every chapter with a cliff hanger.  You might think, when I finish this chapter I shall go to sleep, ha!  I can assure that you will not go to sleep until you finish the book or your eyes give out.  Katniss is a very interesting heroine, I think.  She doesn't care about what she has to do in order to protect herself and her family.  She is a realist.  She is loving.  And she is strong.<br/><br/>If When you read this book you will definitely want to go get your copy of Catching Fire.  Then of course Mockingjay.<br/><br/>I have read this book three times now!<br/><br/>Please visit my book blog,<br/>willysbookreviews.blogspot.com</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15YWEGBY28986?ASIN=0439023521	Captivating and a little twisted.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">North America is divided into 12 Districts each tightly controlled and regulated by the the Capital. The Districts each have their own and unique role in the betterment of the Capital which most will never see but which will effect their entire lives. The Districts are segregated and sectioned off. To further exhibit their control on the Districts the Capital holds a death match featuring a male and female tribute from each district. Viewership is mandatory and tributes are picked by lottery. The catch? The participant pool is everyone between the ages of 12 and 18.<br/><br/>I was immediately swept up in the story of Katniss from district 12. The Hunger Games is another one of those great young adult novels that appeals to audiences of all ages. I feel like younger readers may not fully grasp the overall political and social commentary which i assume is one of the goals of this novel. Somehow The Hunger Games manages to be dark and disturbing yet a light enjoyable read at the same time. Cant wait to start the next book!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Q17OZMFR3WWX?ASIN=0439023521	A brutal, deathmach	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text""><a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Hunger-Games/dp/0439023521"">The Hunger Games</a> is a brutal, tornament itn which 24 ""tributes"" between the ages of 12 and 18, battle to the death for the entertainment of the wicked capatol and the 12 districts of panem. katniss is a girl living in district 12, providing for her famaly with her friend gale, and waiting for the dreaded reaping, an event in which the tributes ate. but when her little sister's name is drawn from the reaping ball, not only katnisses life, but the lives of every person in panem, will be changed forever.<br/><br/>  The Hunger games is a thrilling book, that will keep you turning the pages until you reach the end. when I finished it, I immedently ordered the next one. unlike most reviews i won't spoil anything, no hints, no clues, you have to read the book. this book captivates you in a way that you will not understand. I am a christian and i was almost praying for these charicters as i read.  I can guarantee that you will enjoy this book, even if you don't enjoy reading, you will enjoy this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2E8P1YWX2XYSF?ASIN=0439023521	People, take a chill pill.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I borrowed this book through Amazon Prime.  The first couple of pages are always the hardest for me to read in any book because I was waiting for something to catch my attention, but by the second chapter, I was  hooked.  I read the book in five hours.  It was a pretty short read, but it was great and I cannot wait to read the second one.<br/>I have to say one thing that impressed me is the fact that the book did not need to have sex in it or any bad language to grab the attention of so many young readers.<br/>Yes, there is violence in it.  Most definately.  But there is more to it than that. Something readers needs to understand about the POV from Katniss is that at the end, a lot of things she had tried to bury for so long are starting to resurface again.  I have yet to read the second and third book, but I am hoping that a lot more is continued there.<br/>I would recommend this for 13 years and up.  If you have a weak constitution or just want to argue about anything and everything, then don't read this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HNSA0UP3HL84?ASIN=0439023521	Still Good The Second Time Around	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm one of those people who have no problem re-reading books. If I really like one, I'll re-read it multiple times and enjoy it every time. For some reason though, I've never re-read the Hunger Games series. Obviously since the second movie is coming out, I decided to re-read the books now, and they are just as good as I remember them.<br/><br/>I find The Hunger Games well written, with each character having it's own identity and a reason to like or hate the character. I cried a few times during this book, even though I knew certain events were coming.<br/><br/>I don't agree, nor do I care if The Hunger Games is supposed to be a knock off of other stories. How many times have people written stories about Vampires, or witches, or the high school football star and the nerdy girl? No one cares of those themes are reused over and over and OVER again, so if the theme for The Hunger Games was used before this, who cares?<br/><br/>A good story is a good story and The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins is a good story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NEL8M2S84UFQ?ASIN=0439023521	Eight Stars for the Girl On Fire!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I actually love this book. I think it's well-written and poses like-able characters. I do think the book is plot-driven, but that is a necessity as part of the games. You see Katniss' consideration and daring from the beginning. I also like how romance is a necessity in the book. It's not a common theme, like in any plain YA romance, but it's a key plot device.<br/>I find the way Haymitch, District 12's drunk mentor, is portrayed is interesting and humorous. He's condescending, genius, drunk, and sober all at the same time.<br/>As for as characters go, I like certain side characters. Gale, Rue and even Haymitch. The way Katniss constantly  compares Peeta to Gale could be irritating, by Suzanne Collins balances it out perfectly.<br/>The book has some basic themes: loyalty, friendship, love, family, faith. I definitely recommend it, and I look forward to book three, Mockingjay. (Book two is Catching Fire.) I hope I don't keel up and die from impatience as I await August 24th. This trilogy is definitely on my wish list!<br/><br/>8*</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QAQVU8KAK3Y2?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent book!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing book! Definitely starting to capture the darkness of the story and covering key points. A must own! I would highly recommend this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HZU69WRRZDMT?ASIN=0439023521	awesome sauce	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read it after seeing the movie and was blown away by how amazing it was. 1st person POV made things more intense and painted a vivid picture.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RT7R78FBKUFYP?ASIN=0439023521	fun fast read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">These are fun fast reads and I enjoy them even though their is killing involved as I don't care for violence.  The scenes are vivid in my mind.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DJQV7D7STA79?ASIN=0439023521	awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I would prescribe this book to anyone who likes action,drama,and romance.<br/><br/>and I would prescribe this book to anyone who likes death.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R62AL1X9FC6BV?ASIN=0439023521	A Young Adult Book for All Ages	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">While written for ""Young Adults,"" this book is good for those of us between 20 and 65.  It is a fast read, with important lessons for those who should learn to fear an increasing central/federal government and the ills that can convey.  Katniss, the protagonist, is believeable as a 16 year old.  But she is wise beyond her years, taking care of her mother and her younger sister alike.  She hunts--a skill that is dying in America today.  She has boy friends (not boyfriends), there is no sex but there is real love.  There is also an understanding that people must sometimes do things they do not want to do in order to be accepted--or taken to the extreme--survive.  She is not strong physically, but strong emotionally and with a quick mind she not only survives but thrives.  A great story, well told, of import and with some laughs and warnings of what could be our real future in America.  One drawback...don't start it on a week day --wait for a Friday night to start it because you can read late into the night.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13LTVLFN8C1G4?ASIN=0439023521	A Fight to the Finish	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins is a science fiction , adventure novel all the way. District Twelve is a small area of land along the Seam, with eleven other districts. Yet it is Katniss Everdeen's, Peeta the bread boy's, and Gale the hunter's ""hometown"". When Katniss' little sister Primrose, gets picked at a reaping ceremony, Katniss volunteers to take her place. Now Katniss, Peeta, and one boy and one girl from the eleven other districts must fight to the death with one winner and twenty-three newly dead losers.(or so they thought)With an anxious train ride, an awkward capitol city, and shocking yet helpful arena, Katniss must keep herself alive, and ignore her ever-growing love, hatred, and desired protection toward Peeta. At the same time she must forget her other love of Gale. Whoever loves a dramatic love story, and a twisted war book, will learn that you should always remember the ones  who mean the most to you. You will experience the thrill of being locked in an arena with no... way... out...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AU70S2XBEC6R?ASIN=0439023521	Just love it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This series is definitely up there with some of my cherished favorites now. It took me a long time to pick the series up though, the premise just sounded apalling to me but my sister finally talked me into it. It is written in a way that isn't disgusting but it's also not dumbed down. You definitely know how awful the games are without having the bad bits thrown in your face.<br/><br/>Even though I totally love the series I am giving it only 4 stars because in all honesty there were a lot of times that I just didn't like Katniss, not so much in the first book but definitely in the other two. She's too cold, too inside her own head most of the time. And I HATED the way she always seemed to see Peeta as inferior and Gale was some kind of winder boy.<br/><br/>I was rooting for Peeta and Katniss from the beginning... until she started getting on my nerves and I decided she didn't deserve him. lol.<br/><br/>Despite these little annoying bit I definitely reccomend this series. I think everyone should read it!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32ZWYZYLHS6C2?ASIN=0439023521	Good and original story, good characters, skilled writing aimed at young adults-but surprisingly uneven	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Speculative fiction allows a lot of latitude, and Ms. Collins takes full advantage of that. The scenario is very improbable but vital to story-fine. The terrible, warped mentality and taste of the ruling class seems based on the classic Romans-important.  The characters are realistically human, with complexity and generally a good side.<br/>However, the pace is uneven, with the reader alternately glued to the story or wanting to ""get on with it"". ""Hunger Games"" is science fiction-no magic or the like, and she often goes beyond the limits, most notably with the technical powers of the elite, like being always being able to intimately watch the players, even underground. Instant helicopters violate time and distance limits. The gratuitous ""armor suit"" that is flexible, but deflects an arrow without the wearer even feeling it's huge force/area as it struck. The hokey ""wolves"" that looked like dead combatants.<br/>Read ""Hunger Games"" for light entertainment-not thoughtful.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12YEQ6HGL6614?ASIN=0439023521	Just finished this book after only 3 days	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't stop reading this book...I was so in to it that at the end, I immediately came on here and bought the next 2 books in the series, despite bad reviews about the 3rd book. At an average of $6 a book for my iphone, it's money well spent to me.<br/><br/>I keep forgetting that these are just ""kids"" in this book - because their age isn't the point of the book, yes it's disturbing beut that's the society these people live in. These ""kids"" are wayyyy more mature for their age then a normal 12-16 y/o would be nowadays...They already have to fend for themselves and what not, it's not like they're taking YOUR kids and forcing them to fight - it's a whole different world - and yeah it's WRONG - but that's the POINT - that whoever is in power will do what they please and be as outrageous as they want to be JUST because they CAN.<br/><br/>I don't know if it is a good book for kids, I honestly didn't think it was scary, gorey or violent compared to what some people/reviews made me think but I do know that I absolutely loved it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BDES69CHYJF4?ASIN=0439023521	Wow! What an exciting book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Like so many books that garner a lot of attention in the media, I had some reservations about the trilogy - but, after finishing at least this first one, I have to say that the book deserves the attention it has received! I'm actually really glad that I started reading these books!<br/><br/>It is rather dark for a Young Adult novel, but then again, it fits in the dystopian fiction sub-genre, which by nature tends to run towards the dark and depressing. And the Hunger Games themselves add a sort of reality TV flair to the book, which will be familiar to many readers, and make for an interesting element in a novel. The futuristic and fancy technology will capture a lot of interest, as well, I would imagine.<br/><br/>But the book's real strength lies with its characters, and the relationships between those characters. As they grow and develop throughout the book, the brutality of the dystopian world is lightened by the surprising tenderness in these relationships. I can't wait to continue on with the series!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SX1M58H5VDBN?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is a very suspenseful book that you can never be too old to read.  The book is full of action, romance, suspense, humor, cleverness, and much more.  Imagine a world where the government has completely taken over and has unlimited technology when everybody else has to hunt with bows and arrows just to stay alive.  Suzanne Collins writes a story with a conflict so fantastic you won't need a bookmark because you won't be able to put the book down.  Suzanne Collins paints pictures in your head with her detailed imagery.  You will be able to imagine every setting, every character, and everything else in the book.  The exposition sucks you into the book with the first page.  The mood is immediately set when the book takes you to a new world where kids between the ages of twelve and eighteen have to fight to the death in order to maintain a stable government.  Find out what happens in a world where the government has unlimited control and can take people's lives in front of their friends and family.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13HFY9R7RDWL9?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was very good. Couldn't put the book down. I would recommend this to my friends to read. Loved the story can`t wait to start the next book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14CRLUZWK02HO?ASIN=0439023521	hi	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book is awesome it has a lot of action and anyone who rates this below 4 stars are dookie theres alot of romance in it but lots of action</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YHJIOIA1E3ZU?ASIN=0439023521	A Decent YA Version of Battle Royale	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Going into this book, I was expecting a complete ripoff of Battle Royale, but censored to appeal to Americans and young adults. I was only partially correct. Yes, a summary of the book is pretty much a summary of Battle Royale, and The Hunger Games isnt nearly as sadistic or violent, but the similarities pretty much stop there.<br/>While Battle Royale was simply a social commentary on government control, The Hunger Games takes it one step into modern society and adds commentary on the ridiculousness of reality television.<br/>All in all, I felt this was a 3 star book, but to be fair, I would have enjoyed it more if I hadnt read Battle Royale first so I added a star for that reason. Overall, Battle Royale is the better book, unless you cant handle dark, sadistic violence. Given the subject matter of children being forced to kill each other, The Hunger Games is a little too feel good, but it succeeds in bringing the social commentary of Battle Royale to a wider and younger audience, and thats a good thing.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GOZM5SY5QB8S?ASIN=0439023521	a delight to read,	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins did a spectacular job of writing the book The Hunger Games.  Lots of people had been reading it and recommending it to me so I decided to get the book.  I can see why they all liked it because once I started reading the Hunger Games I couldn't put it down for a second!  The Hunger Games is a real page turner and a must read for everyone!<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is mainly about a group of 24 teenagers who are put in an arena to fight to the death on live TV.  It has a bit of violence in it that may be a bit to much for younger readers, thought I do know a lot of kids (11 or 12) who have read it and really liked it.  So anyone could read it.<br/><br/>One thing I liked about The Hunger Games was that people can connect with the characters.  I was really able to feel like the characters.  Suzanne Collins knows how to pull readers into the book.<br/><br/>I absolutely love this book!  It is a real page turner with lots of action in it.  The Hunger Games was a really engrossing and I would recommend it to anyone.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKMXFVV93IU1W?ASIN=0439023521	Phenomenal .	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Ever since the release of Twlight and Harry Potter, I have been so careful when it came to purchasing young adult books just because of the overall lack of talent, but this book definitely broke that spell. It is so rare to find a post-apocalyptic book that really ventures outside of the norm and even more rare to find one for young adults. It shocks me that some individuals actually rated this book 1 star; YOU PEOPLE ARE CRAZY. The plot is fast paced and believable. The characters all have such depth, even the minute ones. The action, dear God, it reads like a movie, and you can picture everything in your head perfectly. The only thing I have to say is: this book is not for younger children (hence the fact that its a young adult book). There is violence. Serious violence. But I'm an adult, so it doesnt bother me. I wouldn't let my 10 year old cousin read it, but give her a few years and I definitely would. Down with terribly written books, like Twilight, bring back well-written, excellently plotted books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1B6IHFRC9NIEZ?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games...think about what your children are reading.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins is a series of books that are being given almost the same acclamation as the Harry Potter series. The first movie is due out in March. I've read that some schools are asininely including them in their curriculum and that some young girls are left with nightmares after having read them.<br/><br/>Due to the popularity of these books, I would like to issue a warning to parents. Please read the entire series before allowing your children to read them. I feel the books could be psychologically damaging to young, impressionable minds. Please read them in a critical manner.<br/>The following are my own thoughts on the series and then I included another review:<br/><br/>I finished reading the series last night as I had received them as a gift.<br/>The books were riveting, charged, highly emotional,  but having said that... I have real reservations about the series.<br/><br/>The series is about the extremely sadistic torture of young teenagers. The further along in the series...the more twisted and perverse the story line becomes. But, because of the way it is all presented, you tend to forget that these are children and not adults who must survive these gruesome, hellish games.  The sarcastic glory with which the Hunger Games are treated by those in power adds an utterly depraved dimension to the plot.  For those who are unfortunately familiar with the Saw movies, the books are more insidious.<br/><br/>Besides the almost continuous and multiple ways the author finds to torture and kill off her characters, the under-age main character must stand naked while a man examines every inch of her in deciding how she is to be dressed,  is handed suicide pills, watches a close friend beheaded, sees her sister go up in flames and learns that the former victors were sold as prostitutes.  Children are forced to kill each other. This is a series for young pre-teens and young teens? What happened to half-way wholesome books for our young ones? Let's throw-out the misleading `young adult' label these books are given. Children are not `young adults' until they are 18 years old. They should not be considered adults until they are 21 as it always was, but political reasons forbid this.<br/><br/>You have to wonder about a mind that conjures up these images and this type of theme.<br/><br/>By the end of the series the main characters are left so completely broken in body, mind and spirit that there is no victorious rejoicing. While  the feat of eliminating the Hunger Games forever is accomplished, there is very little else to celebrate. This is entertainment for children?<br/><br/>Books which are completely absorbing as are these, leave a deep-seated impression that cannot be easily shaken. There is a subtle subconscious psychological impact. In a way, similar to movies and television, the story is such that it almost desensitizes a person to the subject of the torture of children and I feel that is a very dangerous thing. Only someone who has read the entire series will understand what I am saying, here. I would be very interested in knowing what a panel of psychologists would say about the effects of this series on young minds.<br/><br/>Whether intentionally or not, to my mind, the series glorifies the torture of children. The movies will do so at a deeper level.<br/><br/>I almost have to wonder why the books were written.  Supposedly, it was to show the effects of war on children according to one review.  But, in reality, these books aren't about a realistic war, which is bad enough. In reality, there is no-one, no-one who could survive what the author puts the main character through in the games.  The series seems to be the product of a twisted mind who has thought up every way imaginable to torture innocent children and present the torture as a story to the world.<br/><br/>These books are not the way we want our children's imaginations to be stirred. Those who will rush to see the movies, which has a big-star line-up, think about what you will be endorsing. Make no mistake, the entire series is about the unmitigated torture of children in as many imaginable forms possible.  If we consider these future Hunger Games movies entertainment, then what is that saying about us?<br/><br/>Because of the level of violence, sadism and the torture and sacrifice of children, I don't plan on seeing the movie. And, let's hope the crazies out there don't see them, either.<br/><br/>  I know that everyone is raving about this series....but when people regard a series of books whose entire content is about the extreme, bloody torture of children in every form imaginable, their having to kill each other or be killed ....these are children's books? Come on. Shame on Scholastic for publishing them. These have to be the most violent children's books on the planet. They are sadistic in the extreme.<br/><br/><a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Hunger-Games-Trilogy-Boxed-Set/dp/0545265355"">The Hunger Games Trilogy Boxed Set</a></span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BUR45UT6QNVJ?ASIN=0439023521	Touching; moving	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The protagonist is very bold, brave and defiant.  I cannot help getting emotionally involved about her.<br/><br/>Ms. Collins’ writing style is accessible.  First, it is very readable.  There is no need to look up in a dictionary, words from every page.  There is no need to decipher passages with extremely complex form, or figures of speech that are archaic, obscure or colloquial.  Second, it is very relaxed, comfortable and simple, as if the protagonist were relating the tale either orally or in a journal, in common, everyday language.  This brings a strong feeling of realism to the story.<br/><br/>Every chapter in “Part I:  The Tributes” ends in a punch line, making it very conclusive, yet setting the stage for the subsequent chapter.<br/><br/>The movie is almost exactly like the book, except that some details in the movie could not have been written into the book because they were not from the protagonist’s point of view; and there were a few things from her point of view that were also different.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1G1EQION69KKE?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I must say I put off reading this book because the subject matter did not appeal to me.  Being a Prime member with a Kindle gave me the perfect opportunity to borrow this book. I was planning to return it immediately if I did not like it. I just returned it after reading it very quickly because I could not put it down.  The characters were amazing and the plot was very compelling.  Now I don't know if I can wait and borrow the next one, or break down and buy it. I broke down and ordered them and here is the rest of my review.<br/>Well, I just finished reading the third in the series of the Hunger Games books. Wow! You cannot skip read or go through them very fast, but need to read every detail. I was going to say I enjoyed the books, but that is not really true. They are extremely well written and very thought provoking. When you start reading them they grip your imagination and you just have to keep reading. But they are not ""beach books"" so be warned before you even start because you won't be able to stop.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TDG8C12AJ0OS?ASIN=0439023521	Very enjoyable	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was definitely entertaining.  It is a very quick read, I'm not an especially quick reader and it only took a few hours to read.  I liked that the main character was very ageless, making her identifiable to numerous people.  The first 3/4ths of the book was nearly perfect plot wise, and then it got strange.  It was almost as if the author didn't know how to get where she wanted to go, so decided to change up some rules and throw in some new and strange things for the heck of it.  There were some inconsistencies- they can bioengineer whole species in a short period of time but haven't mastered creating new limbs?  Really???  Also, it felt like she was trying to avoid some of the tougher moral questions, never quite putting the main characters in circumstances where they had to make them.<br/><br/>I really have no desire, at this point, to read the sequels due to the ending.  Having said that it is very refreshing to read a book with such a strong teenage female protagonist.  Especially after Twilight.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2U8U5EQYZJL3R?ASIN=0439023521	Brilliant. Highly Recommended.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had high hopes for this book after reading the blurb on the back. I was not disappointed. <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Hunger-Games/dp/0439023483"">The Hunger Games</a> paints a bleak picture of the future, in which citizens live behind barbed wire and are kept on the very edge of starvation. As punishment for a revolt that took place thirty years before, each city is forced to pay 'tribute' in the form of two of their citizens. Each year, on the day of the 'reaping', the citizens of each city are forced to gather and watch as the names of one boy and one girl between the ages of twelve and eighteen are drawn from barrels. If your name is chosen, you must participate in the 'Hunger Games' - the ultimate reality TV show from which there can be just one survivor.<br/><br/>This is the most suspenseful young adult novel I have read in a long time. I was on the edge of my seat from beginning to end and was very disappointed when it finished. The characters are very believable, and the story well-written. I can't wait to read the next book in the trilogy!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MRAQ7D5KYCRD?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book.  I have never been into reading futuristic, fantasy type books, but decided to try this book based on the awesome reviews by other readers.  I was looking for a great beach read for vacation.  I downloaded it to my Kindle on the morning prior to leaving for the beach.  I read this book our first 2 days at the beach and really had to make myself put it down to spend time with my 3 and 5 year old daughters.  Not a good thing I know, but so true.  Just a great book.  The story and characters pulled me in from the beginning.  The only problem I would have had with this book was the lack of an ending, which wasn't a problem because I was able to download book number two, Catching Fire, to my Kindle while sitting on the beach.  Love my Kindle.  I started and also finished book 2 while on vacation and am now anxiously awaiting book 3 that is to be released in August.  Do yourself a favor and buy this book.  I don't give 5 star ratings very often and this book gets an easy 5 stars from me.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2U9F7ZO0EF7OL?ASIN=0439023521	Outstanding adventure !!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book series is amazing. Suzanne Collins has you hooked in the first sentence. I heard a lot of people talking about this book and knew nothing about it, so I decided to download it to my kindle fire and started reading , I found myself not able to stop. I fell in love with the main character Katniss, she is skilled and smart and I love the way she thinks. The book is about Katniss who volunteers to take her sisters place in the hunger games , which is this competition where a boy and a girl from each of the 12 districts  are put into a large arena that could be anything from a desert to a forest and they must fight each other to the death until their is only one left. This book is packed with action, love, sadness, pretty much all human emotions. Collins has created this amazing world that isn't too far from reality. Even if you are skeptical about reading it or it doesn't sound like something you would read , I would highly recommend reading a preview of the book, I did and I ended up loving it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17K4YWFDQV69Q?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this novel in two sittings. I would have liked to finish it in one sitting, but the book left me emotionally drained a little more than half-way through and I needed rest. I am not a fan of gore or violence, but Suzanne Collins tells the story of Katniss and the hunger games in a way that is felt so poignantly due to the accuracy with which she pens the interactions, real and perceived, of the characters. The story had the feel of an adult version of Lois Lowry's ""The Giver,"" but closer resembles an American remake of the erie Japanese film ""Battle Royale"" (which I'm sure is a remake of another, older, story--possibly ""The Most Dangerous Game,"" or something similar from Japanese literature). The story may be partially recycled, but all modern stories are. There are, however, plenty of original elements that keep the story true to itself.<br/><br/>In the end I rate the novel 5/5 stars without hesitation and will be recommending this read to everyone I know who appreciates a well-written piece of art.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSJVPEHFW71ZJ?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Just finished reading the series for the second time. I thing the whole series was very well written. I would strongly recommend this series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FI93ZU04DN8Z?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book is much better than the movie.  I cannot wait to read the next one.  Missed a lot of sleep the past few days staying up and reading.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YP92XTR1A7VN?ASIN=0439023521	Love this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is actually my third time reading Hunger Games and I loved even more than before.  great characters, stunning plot, beautifully written.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HR5ZBISJK983?ASIN=0439023521	A must read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it.  Couldn't put it Down.  Can't wait to start the second.  I want to know if Katniss picks Peetna to spend the rest of her life with.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHPG4VRPWV890?ASIN=0439023521	and may the odds ever be in your favor	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Katniss Everdeen is one strong female character.. Thank you suzanne collins after dealing with a very whimpy and lackluster bella swan in the twilight series , we females need someone to root for. And Katniss is it. IVE always loved reading series , harry potter and yes Even twlight . BUT since POTTERS finale was looking for a  new addiction.. this is it.. the world of distric 12 is heartfelt , brutal and tragic but gripping all the way through. The scariest thing to me about collins world is how its so close to somthing that could really happen . Given the right goverment ect its really not too farfetched .. IVE read this series twice through now and will keep rereading for years to come. each time finding new little clues and things of katniss, peeta and the others lives.. each is so differant KATNISS the strong willed type ,peeta the boy who wears his heart on his sleeve, haymitch who yes though drunk the majority of time wouldnt you be too? if youd seen and lived through what he has.. a must own</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1414217T1IDC1?ASIN=0439023521	Epic tale that you won't soon forget	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins is a captivating dystopian novel that literally blew me away. It takes place in the nation of Panem, a shining Capitol surrounded by twelve outlying districts. Here Collins introduces us to wonderful characters and a governing body that does unspeakable things to its districts children. Each year two children (one boy and one girl) between the ages of twelve and eighteen are chosen from each district to be participants in the Hunger Games; a nationally televised fight to the death. Collins tale offers; action, loyalty, romance and a brilliant tale of humanity, death, hope and human's ability to endure.<br/>Collins's tale is unique, flawless and brilliant. The tempo of the plot is perfect and the emotions she drew from me as the reader, left me spent and wanting more. The characters are unforgettable and have a depth to them that ever writer and reader dreams of. This is a book I would read again and again. If you haven't done so, I urge you to read The Hunger Games.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PUPH63H3K1Y?ASIN=0439023521	Great until about the 80% mark.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really liked the book.  Well, I really liked the first 80% of the book.  This book felt a lot like 1984 in the beginning (which is one of my favorites).  The description of life in Panem was maybe the parts I liked best.<br/>Once the Games started, the book kicked up the fun factor.  I really didn't know what to expect and it was not very predictable. My only criticism was in the endings.<br/>First of all, the ending of the actual games took a weird turn that not only came out of nowhere but didn't make a lot of since and then disappeared and didn't really seem to matter (sorry to be vague don't want to spoil).<br/>By far, the biggest problem that I had was the part where the book turned into a big stupid love story.  The two things do not go hand in hand.  Fight to the death contest and love story.  I don't think I will be reading the rest of the books in this series as the love story seems to have to be the theme of the next book at least.<br/>Overall if you quit at about 80% it is a good fun read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30G9HHI3N6VO5?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games, The World Will Be Watching  >>>-------------->	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I found this book in my school book-club for $5.00 after I finished The Percy Jackson, Heroes of Olympus( so far…) Rangers Apprentice, and Star Wars sets.<br/><br/>( I need books………)<br/><br/>So, figure it out yet , i bought it.<br/>so here is my rediculisly shory sypnosys.<br/><br/>girl in arena blows stuff up, whith the help of apple+arrows.<br/><br/>Good sypnosys, eh, eh, EH!!!??!<br/><br/>I fell in love with this book. It is up with…<br/><br/>  Sohias Top five books, ever!!  *ecohs*<br/><br/>Im not sure what age group this book is supposed to be classified for. to old for pre-teens, and most teens( good for me, well im a pre-teen… but seriously!!!) and to young for adults.<br/><br/>amazing book.<br/><br/>LIFE IS WHAT YOU MAKE IT AND YOU MAKE IT ROCK!!!!<br/><br/>&gt;&gt;&gt;------------&gt;  :0 :@ :$ :, :O :&amp;<br/>PS , movie totes' awesome.<br/><br/>Peace Out.<br/><br/>.<br/>.<br/>hi<br/><br/>.<br/>…<br/>.<br/>.<br/>.<br/>…<br/>.<br/>.<br/>.<br/>bye</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VLFKDLOKW1SF?ASIN=0439023521	Brilliant!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Recommended to me by my daughter. Read the cover and thought it was for kids. How wrong, couldn't put it down! Now straight into Book 2.....</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18AWAKMOEWQUQ?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for This Book?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The rating should actually be 3.5 stars. Hunger Games is one of the few books that I actually enjoyed less than the movie.<br/><br/>Collins definitely has her own style of writing which includes clipped sentences, a fast-paced plot, and first person perspective (this surprised me, for some reason I expected third). She does a good job of conveying Katniss's confusion regarding Peeta/Gale, yet I refuse the notion that she finds her love and ability to marry useless simply because she does not want to produce children.<br/><br/>Collins incorporates nuggets of information along the way in the book instead of having 1-2 characters give long monologues about the situation and I appreciated this both in the book and the film, which captured Hunger Games so well while making choices that streamline the most important elements of the novel. Collins has created one of the most original and compelling premises I've seen though, so much credit should be given! I look forward to reading books 2 and 3.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CMOGNXFRWLEV?ASIN=0439023521	First book was good. Second and Third? Not so much.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Title pretty much says it all.  The characters are well developed and the plot moves at a steady pace.  The ending is a bit ""The Lady, and the Tiger""-esque so there are two more books to satisfy Collins' ambiguity.<br/><br/>I am a high school literature teacher and I'm always trying to keep a good library for my students.  This one does, of course, deal with death and murder so you may want to tread lightly if you have sensitive parents and/or students, though the violence is not at all glorified.<br/><br/>I like this book because I can use it to teach utopia v dystopia, heroic characteristics, setting, imagery, and symbolism.  My girls like it because of the romance. Though the romance does play a significant role in plot development, it's not the be all end all of the story.  I think there is a much deeper theme about humanity that can be explored with kids.<br/><br/>The second and third books in the series progressed predictably and at times seemed stalled while Collins tried to figure out what to do next.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1AJM6LPK9XVIV?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING BOOK! I love it! I can't wait to read Catching Fire and when Mocking Jay comes out!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">AMAZING BOOK and I can't wait until I read Catching Fire and read Mocking Jay when it comes out!!! The ONLY thing I disliked about the book was that, sometimes when some scenes happen I didn't get what was going on.<br/> I couldn't stop reading it was so interesting! Even if I needed to go to the restroom!<br/><br/>I promised my self that I would finish reading for the night at 9:30PM but when I looked at the clock next Tim, it was 2:07AM!!<br/><br/>Wow! That BOOK sucks you in it like, 1,2,3!<br/><br/>My friend called me on Monday when school was cancelled, and guess what? I said ""N.O"" because I was so interested in the book!<br/><br/>Suzanne Collins is a AMAZING writter! I could not put that BOOK down! In parts of the scenes, it was so intents that I was either making face expressions or almost screaming!<br/><br/>If your not allowed to read this book, I hope you can later!<br/>I LOVE THE IDEAS AND EVERYTHING ABOUT THIS BOOK! PLEASE MAKE MORE SERIES LIKE THE MOCKING JAY SERIES!!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29VS8AV3EYCXM?ASIN=0439023521	Hard to avoid	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really, really, REALLY did not want to like this series. I usually read classic literature and am very vocal about my distaste for other books. I am, by no means, a teenage girl, and was quite embarrassed to even be picking out the book. However, I had seen so much hype surrounding these, that my curiosity was provoked and I gave in. I gave in for about a week. That's all it took me to finish all three books, and this was during the holidays when people wouldn't leave me alone. Otherwise, they would have been done in three days. The plot is akin to something George Orwell would have cooked up, with politics, action, fantasy, romance, all centered in a dystopian society. It's not difficult to see historical inspiration in this either. The Roman coliseum, segregation into working camps, propaganda and mass intimidation, not dissimilar to Communist Russia. But even if you don't care for all that, this is a story about very believable characters with very real motivations. At least worth a try.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RI7229RG8GRV2?ASIN=0439023521	Really good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">OK I'll admit I had never even heard of The Hunger Games until they started advertising the movie. The trailer looked interesting so I took my Niece and Nephew to the theater to see it. It was a really good movie, but I had heard they'd taken some liberties with the story so I decided to read the book as well. It was fantastic! There were so many little emotions and insights in the book that did not translate to the movie. So much more depth to the characters relationships. I'm usually the type to read a book over the course of a few weeks a dozen or so pages at a time. However this one sucked me in and I ended up reading it in just a few days. Spending time I normally would have spent watching TV or playing video games reading instead. There have only been a handful of books that have ever grabbed me like this, and I'm happy to say this was one of them. :)<br/><br/>I've just purchased book #2 of the trilogy and I look forward to starting it tomorrow. I hope it's as engrossing as the first.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1AGCWMSCUWIFK?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After watching the movie when it first came out I really enjoyed it so I decided to read the book. So many people told me that the book was better than the movie. I couldn’t agree more. I was not able to put the book down when after I started reading it. I would defiantly recommend this book to young teenagers and adults.  It was very entertaining and descriptive throughout the entire book. I was able to connect to the book on many different levels.The characters were very well developed.  It was a very well written book a great read. I can’t wait to get my hands on the second book.<br/>T<br/>here are twelve districts in the book. Each district agreed to send one boy and one girl into “The Hunger Games”. The hunger games is a televised event when, each boy and girl from each district get sent into the arena. They have to use their survival skills and kill the other opponents of the other districts. But the catch is only one person can win “The Hunger Games”. The odds must be in your favor!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R177YVO8C21ZIO?ASIN=0439023521	OH MY GOSH, this book Amazing!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was the one of the best books I've ever read! Now I'm not only a doctor who, Sherlock, and Harry potter fan, I'm a hunger games fan. the four best things in the universe. I usually read stuff that is si-fi and stuff like that, but Hunger games made it into my world of likeness. Suzanne Collins did great in how she wrote the book and her use of words and the main idea of the story was great, with so much adventure and excitement, I felt as if I was Katness there in the hunger games trying to stay alive. there was sadness and happiness that I loved. I'm on mocking Jay the last book and the story just gets better and better with tons of  surprises, great for me because for an eleven year-old girl some books get so boring You just have to get rid of them by the first chapter, and hunger games was definitely not like that. I spent a whole week reading it before I finished it staying up all night never being able to put it down, but that week was awesome. You should definitely enjoy it.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KACB2PN6NG8E?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games Trilogy - a great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What a wonderful story by Suzanne Collins! This series is a fresh take on a post-appocalyptic future, one that aligns with and recognises the fundamental drivers of human behaviour - both heroic and monstrous - that are so clearly demonstrated almost every day in our present times. Suzanne controls the reader's emotions most skillfully, blending the enduring human determination not to broken and bound by hardship, cruelty and slavery with a vivid image of life in the future. The certainty that the circumstances of Suzanne's Panem could so easily come true makes the story an even more gripping read.<br/><br/>Hunger Games is not just a tale for teens; I'm over 50, and I enjoyed the tale immensely, so much so that I'm sure I'll read the the books again in a few years. I strongly recommend the trilogy to both the young and those who'd like to stay that way.<br/><br/>I found it especially convenient to be able to read all three books on my iPad. I hope you enjoy the series as much as I did.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZM55EPLQI6L3?ASIN=0439023521	Worth It	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good dystopian fiction always poses the question ""what does it mean to be human in a world often devoid of humanity?""  The world of the Hunger Games is certainly devoid of humanity, yet Suzanne Collins has given us two characters utterly recognizable in their humanness.<br/><br/>Certainly the book is violent, particularly for its targeted age group.  But what is golden about this book are the small moments the author has created for the reader.  It's not the gore, not the futuristic stylings, but the way the characters interact with each other as humans.  I enjoyed spending time with these characters.  In many ways, it reminds me of the great Michael Mann movies, like ""Heat"" and ""Collateral"".  The plot pushes forward entertainingly, but its greatness is when the characters simply share a moment together.<br/><br/>I'm not going to give away any plot points, but I will say that recalling Peeta's story about seeing Katniss for the first time on their first day of school still brings a smile to my face.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2H1G2TYFX2SHK?ASIN=0439023521	Amazingly In-depth & Magnetic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I knew the book (series) was good, but was not prepared for how much it would draw me in. Full of action, love, hope, danger and much more.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YVI2YQ0KMBCI?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Better then the movie. Now I can understand the motives of the characters beyond just the need to survive. Can't wait to read the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JLB6VD3EN4IY?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic On Many Levels	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was a great start to a great trilogy! The author created interesting characters that drew you in from the first chapter, and immediately started developing them into dynamic people you loved, hated, or were desperately curious about. Though set in the future, the fact that much of society has fallen into ruin means that the main character's home in rural Appalachia is identifiable to many readers. Elements of Greek history and mythology are readily apparent to those familiar with them, and are woven seamlessly into great scenes of romance, battle, and political conspiracies. The novel is exciting and almost drags the reader from page to page through well-written and thrilling (though bloody and graphic) sequences, but truly connects with the reader in the moments that explore how friendship and love are born, sustained, and perhaps even lost. This is a book that will have you on the edge of your seat, and loving every moment of it - even, dare I say it, the second time around!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GE94I403JTQY?ASIN=0439023521	Satisfying Dystopian YA series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It has been a while since I finished this series, and granted there are already a plethora of reviews out there for it, but I wanted to add my two cents and say that it is a series worth reading. I felt that Katniss' reaction to having to pursue her ""relationship"" with Peeta in the midst of trying to survive in a kill-or-be-killed tournament realistic in a ""I can't believe I have to pretend to be in love with this boy when my family and district are starving and I might have to kill him if I'm not killed first"" kind of way. She simply has bigger issues to deal with but has to give the audience what it wants in order to survive. Not the typical ""love at first sight"" story, which I appreciate.  If you liked this series, I would highly recommend Veronica Roth's ""Divergent"" series (two books out with a third on the way) and Susan Ee's ""Angelfall - Penryn and the End of Days"" series (first book out with a tentative plan for four more - I can't say how much I am in love with this series!).</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13ISD6OJ3LU46?ASIN=0439023521	A Little Violent for Younger Readers - But an Awesome Story!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The easiest way to summarize ""The Hunger Games"" is to say that it's a post-apocalyptic combination of ""Survivor"" and ""The Running Man"" (except with teenagers) with a little bit of ""V for Vendetta"" thrown in.  The basic plot revolves around a young girl who is forced to compete in an annual ""tournament"" that was instituted as punishment for a failed revolution attempt.  The winner is the one that survives.  The book is a real page turner that does a wonderful job of fully developing its characters in a short period of time.  As much a narrative about human dignity as it is an action-packed story - ""The Hunger Games"" is a guilty pleasure that you'll definitely want to read more than once.  One additional thing that I would add...this book has been marketed to young readers for the most part - but this book should definitely be considered a very violent ""PG-13.""  If you think your young child can handle a PG-13 movie, they can probably handle this book - but think it through carefully.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R110F9UJ3N6E9Q?ASIN=0439023521	Opportunity lost for pace and half-baked characters	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I decided to read this book based on the numerous rave reviews this book had been getting and the overall rating across the book shelves this book had. But I am left wondering why is it liked so much?<br/><br/>Let me be clear first to say that the book has an interesting plot, good setup and engrossing pages in between. But overall, I felt let down. It left me wanting more. One key reason for that is the characters are just not allowed to grow to connect. So whatever the pages read, feels contrived. Even the twists, only a few, are forced, are deus ex machina. They are convenient for the writer. Didn't go well with me as a reader. And it is unnecessarily hurried at places, without much background or reason.<br/><br/>It is not a bad novel, but I just feel it is an opportunity lost. This could have been so much better with a bit more focus on building the characters and trapping their emotions. Controlling the urge to drag the plot on violent action every time wouldn't have hurt.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XMGYWDNKNIH0?ASIN=0439023521	Addicted	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">LOVED this book. You could feel the charactors strengths,fears, weakness, &amp; passion in every sentence. I literally cried a few times in this book. The love she has for her sister Prime is a great baseline for the story. Katniss is an inspiration to us all as she is a true fighter/survivor. Of course there is the ""love triangle"". You can't HELP  but fall in love w/ Peeta &amp; root for their romance. Yet, the whole time the book keeps you wondering about Gale &amp; although he doesn't play a huge part in the story. He is always there.. you feel a devotion/respect/love for him &amp; I totally understand why Katniss is torn! I read this book in 3 days... could not put it down. I am mad I didn't order the second part of the trilogy when I ordered this book. I'm on bed rest right now after having surgery &amp; can NOT wait for it to be mailed. Sorry Amazon but I sent my hubby to the store to find Catching Fire(book 2). So I recommend just buy em both now so your not STARVING for more @ 1AM like I was.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25M8D3GU2OIIJ?ASIN=0439023521	Go Kattniss	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I LOVE  this book nothing was bad I wish it was longer but I love reading so it might be different for others I recommend this to everyone</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CZGSQ412Y4DG?ASIN=0439023521	best yet sence harry potter	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">no words. its is so amazing it ties in second right behind harry potter.  it has such a great review no one can put it down best book ever</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BC5YST7UO571?ASIN=0439023521	OMG	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I freaking LOVE THIS BOOK!!!!!!! Greatest series EVER!!!<br/>Well done Suzanne Collins!!!<br/>Read the series and you won't regret it!!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVM0R6YXDVYBM?ASIN=0439023521	it's a good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's a very adventures book and I think a lot of people will like the hunger games book 1 so you should read this book if you get a chance</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DOEOBV1QZ056?ASIN=0439023521	A must read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved it can't wait to start reading book 2. Trust when I say that the book has much more then the movie, but I liked the movie as well.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R127GVM49GJAUV?ASIN=0439023521	A Young Adult Novel That Everyone Can Enjoy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Set in a bleak future where the United States has fallen into a dismal ruin.  As a punishment for an earlier rebellion each district has to send a boy and girl to the Hunger Games.  A fight to the death bloodsport event that everyone is forced to watch.  The book follows Katniss Everdeen who volunteers in place of her sister to fight in the games.  And that's the plot.<br/>The writing is very good.  Suzanne Collins does a nice job of spinning the narrative into a tense and bloody story.  While the basis of the book is simple and straightforward it does a good job of fleshing the characters out.  Even adds a little romance to the mix.<br/>The only downside I found to the whole thing is it is book 1 of a trilogy!  Which I didn't know when I began reading it.  So you can imagine how annoyed I was at learning it was to be continued.  Oh well, sign me up for book # 2!<br/>I have also read online that there is a movie in the works based off this novel.  So do yourself a favor and pick it up.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3V25MSGOUVIAI?ASIN=0439023521	Easy read.  Entertaining and a joy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I decided to read this before catching the first movie on Amazon Prime streaming.  After diving into some really challenging, thought-provoking books, this was a nice change of pace.<br/><br/>I finished the book in 4 days.  It is certainly hard to put down once you get into it.  The downsides I found with the novel is the fact that this is the first book of 3, and there really isn't a major antagonist at this point in the series.  Everything plays out in a fairly predictable manner.  The character development isn't very strong.<br/><br/>The story is told from the eyes of Katniss Everdeen, and it plays out very quickly.  Every chapter ends with something that makes you want to read just one more chapter, and the book really never takes its' foot off the pedal.  It's a fun ride, but quick, and I wouldn't recommend reading just this and not the rest of the series.  However, with the popularity of the series I don't think it'll be hard to get your hands on the others as well.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WLPM9OFKGTYI?ASIN=0439023521	Violent, Jarring, Wonderful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is Suzanne Collins's violent and shocking image of a dystopian North American future. Narrated from the point of view of Katniss Everdeen, a 16 year old girl from the nation's poorest district, we are plunged into the nation of Panem - thirteen districts organized by labor contributions with a central capital. The titular Hunger Games are held annually and require each district to send two tributes (adolescent boys and girls) to fight to the death in a contest that can only have one winner.<br/><br/>Collins's narration wonderfully illustrates this violent, dystopian world, as aspects of it seem quite alien to Katniss herself. With a keen eye for describing action, the plot moves along in a gripping narrative that grabs the reader at page one and never lets go. At the end I was left rushing off to devour the second volume in this trilogy. This is a wonderful novel for adolescent readers and adults alike that illustrates the horrors of violence without seeming preachy.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OJZRL3DLPAI6?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was an incredible novel, a story about life and what your willing to do to keep it. Throughout the story, which takes place in the ruins of a place once known as North America, Katniss Everdeen will have to face betrayal, love, murder, and near starvation while participating in the annual Hunger Games. The Hunger Games are the Capitol's way of punishing the 12 Districts for the revolt that occurred years ago. As revenge, they choose two children between the ages of 12 and 18 from each district, a boy and a girl. These children are forced to compete in an event where, quite literally, the last one alive wins. There are no rules to the hunger games, although cannibalism is frowned upon. When Katniss's younger sister, Prim, is chosen as a candidate, she risks her life to take her place.<br/>I highly recommend this book. It's an incredibly woven tale that will make the hairs on the back of your neck stand on end.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KCZY2X8HZOH0?ASIN=0439023521	Help, where am I? How did I get on this bandwagon?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Not much to say about this book except that it is completely as-advertised. It's a tautly-paced YA novel that is un-put-downable. I'm eager to start the next one.<br/><br/>I have a few weird reservations. First and foremost, I hated how one-dimensional Effie Trinket and Haymitch were. They were introduced almost as comic relief, and I found that a little cheapening. Also, I realize that it's a YA novel, but the sexlessness of it was a little off to me. I would think that teen pregnancy would be an issue in an impoverished town and that this would weigh in somehow on the Games. Can a girl compete if she's with child? Katniss eventually concedes that the idea of ever raising children is highly distasteful to her, but I would think that's the exception rather than the rule. Not a big deal, but something that could have been addressed slightly more thoroughly? (Perhaps childbirth is forbidden to anyone below tribute age. See, I cleared the whole thing up in a single sentence.)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYENBYFEIRQB?ASIN=0439023521	Best satire since Animal Farm	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I think Ms Collins has written a very effective satire on the US. The pompous aristocrats and their hangers-on in the Capitol rule as they wish. Does this sound like the US Congress? We have subsidies for farmers, ranchers, manufacturing, automobile industry, coal mines. All regional, disparate, and isolated. We do not form a national team, we are a collection of individualized regions. The West, the South, the Midwest, the Northeast, New England, the Left Coast, the Northwest. Little is done to integrate the whole by the US government unless it is to the benefit of the US government. Using children fighting to the death is the ultimate satire of the US Military. The President and/or Congress decides where to send our children to fight to the death. What did we gain from the deaths in Iraq? What are we gaining from the deaths in Afghanistan? The arenas are worldwide, the action is shown on TV every night.<br/><br/>I think this is a very biting book and right on the money.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RKP5GOGZ8SJN?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Destined to become a classic. George Orwell style.  Highly recommend for teen readers. Much better than new classic vampire love stories.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25N7YZH3IO348?ASIN=0439023521	Two books in two days	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best in-flight reading material. Fast-paced with a unique story-line. So glad I decided to read the books instead of watching the movies.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TTHMKYEDEPG0?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really liked the twist of events throughout the book. I also enjoyed the creation of this future world. This is a great underdog story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LRI918L7JT1F?ASIN=0439023521	A little overrated, but still worth the read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read Divergent and Insurgent before reading the Hunger Games, which could be why I prefer that series to The Hunger Games series. I would definitely consider myself a huge Hunger Games fan, especially with the movies.<br/><br/>But, I will say that my expectations were a little high for the book when I started to read it, and that put a lot of pressure on the book to be spectacular. It wasn't quite that for me. Maybe I just struggle with mainstream stories, I don't know. And again, it could be because I had already read Divergent, and loved Divergent. It felt like the Hunger Games did not have as much to offer.<br/><br/>Parts of the Hunger Games bothered me as well. I could predict certain parts of it and that bothers me. I prefer to be shocked at what is going to happen in books.<br/><br/>Definitely very creative, especially the characters in the capitol. The capitol was probably the most creative part of the book for me, and that made me enjoy it as much as I did.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVR2AKB7GXZ9S?ASIN=0439023521	Its definitely not boring	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger Games, and the rest of the series for that mater, are page turners.  I was never bored and read all three books in a week. But that is the problem with the series.  The first book is very good, but after that it just gets darker and more depressing and by the end I was crying and felt like humanity should just be eradicated.  You certainly can't read the second book without reading the third, but if you could manage, I would say avoid it.  You will be a much happier person.  They are all well written, but be prepared to hate humanity and never feel the classic ""happily ever after"".  Sometimes the ""happily ever after"" is too cliched, but this all too realistic portrayal left me feeling empty and in tears.  The entire third book is just a downward spiral leading to a well wrapped up, but unsatisfyingly dark conclusion.<br/><br/>If you want to read Hunger Games, but don't want to feel this way, stop after the first book, and use your imagination to fill in the rest.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OQA0Z82VR1MB?ASIN=0439023521	Addicting.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Okay. I'm going to admit, the first hundred pages or so had me bored to death. Up until the Hunger Games drawings, I was completely bored. The backstory was dull, the characters weren't as interesting as other key characters from other series. Then, when Katniss sacrificed herself for her sister and went into the Arena, it was like the true, brutal story unfolded. I was completely hooked.<br/>Suzanne Collins obviously knows very well how to write, and this book didn't let me down at all. The action was completely gripping; the characters were suddenly fleshed out, deep and interesting; the suspense glued my eyes to the pages until the very end. I remember very well how I read this entire book in one four-hour sitting on my couch, and how amazed I was that I was done when I was. It felt like I'd only been sitting there for minutes, when in all reality, a good chunk of a day had gone by.<br/>THE HUNGER GAMES is a book you don't want to miss out on, if you haven't read it already.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ETANJI7OAC0W?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games series is absolutely remarkable. A great read however, I must caution parents... There is a maturity level that should be obtained and an open mind. I, myself would not let a 12 year old sit down with this book due to its content. It is a wonderful book for your 16 and up year old. You know if this book may put ""ideas"" in your child's head. I suggest you read the book first, then decide. A lot of parents are aseptically about the book. I recently saw the movie and the scenes in the book are more descriptive, should i say, in the book than the movie. It is definitely a wonderful read.<br/><br/>Other than that, this book (and series as a whole) is amazing. I haven't read a series this captivating since HARRY POTTER. It left me begging for more. Wonderful book. Will instantly hook you. As as I did, you will probably lose sleep either reading it, or thinking about it.  It is that wonderful, yes. Highly suggest this . Worth the money. I loved them so much.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HW4KQDG7VNKI?ASIN=0439023521	This is NOT Battle Royale.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I first heard about the Hunger Games I will admit I was annoyed. I didn't like the similaries between the Hunger Games and Battle Royale, a popular Japanese book/manga/movie (which I adore). I also didn't like all the hype the Hunger Games had, as I thought ""oh jeez, not another Twilight saga"".<br/><br/>I eventually borrowed a friend's copy of the Hunger Games and dove in, mainly to tear it apart. However I was suprised how much I liked it and found myself not tearing it apart, but getting engaged in the storyline. The futuristic setting is intriguing and the characters have depth.<br/><br/>I ended up buying all the books, as I found they got better with each volume, and I wanted to have these to display (because they are that awesome). These books are NOT Battle Royale. Similar story at the beginning however it quickly separates and goes the other way.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQ5NRLO5Q7J6C?ASIN=0439023521	Cannot wait for the movie, I think!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Don't even start reading this book if you don't want to be sucked in to finishing it because that is what happened to me!  My grandaughter, age 11, read all 3 of the books and cannot wait for the movie to come out.  So I just casually read what it was about and nearly dropped dead from the violence thinking I had no interest in reading a book of this type and knew this was not her normal reading material either. I just couldn't understand what was so good about this book...until she started reading to me!  Of course, I was then hooked and had to download my own book and finish it.  Yes, it is very violent and I did have a hard time going to sleep after reading it; definitely not a ""warm fuzzy read"". I did hate the fact that the book did not have a final conclusion and you have to read the next book in the series. It is kind of like a scary movie (which I do not watch at all anymore), you want to get a peek and see what is going on but not read all the graphic detail.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBCH0PZPKEWMK?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't know why it has taken me so long to read this book, but I am glad I did. Talk about drama &amp; action. Can't wait to see the movie.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26KAHO273R1W5?ASIN=0439023521	read it in a day	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It says something about your book or the author when you can read it in a day!!!!! if you like a good story, this is the book for you!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BH91NEDATIN3?ASIN=0439023521	An excellent book that drew me in despite the fact i wasn't the target audience	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins is a very well written and engaging tale of teenage survival that skillfully combines the Man vs. Society, Man vs. Man, Man vs. Nature and Boy meets Girl archetypes, but with a teenage girl protagonist. Set in a dystopian future where the population is kept in check through limited food supply, teenagers systematically are pit against each other in an outdoor arena where they must not only fight each other, but also hunt, gather and otherwise scavenge for food. Though I, and many others, were put off by the hype surrounding this book, I must admit that after having listened to it, I was well impressed. It is an excellent, if somewhat grim story that combines both social commentary and solid story telling elements into an engaging narrative that I would recommend for any age group old enough to cope with kids killing each other in gladiatorial combat.<br/><br/>For a full review, go to [...] or short link straight to the article at: [...]</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JOY2P0MTTMQ0?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book ""The Hunger Games"" by Suzanne Collins is thrilling because the plot twists and turns and it keeps you on the edge of your seat.  This novel is violent.  For example the whole idea of the story is that the main character has to fight to the death in the hunger games and kill other children.  There is little food and they have to hunt to stay alive.<br/>  It is also touching.  For example the main character takes the place of her sister when she is picked to compete in the games.  There is also romance between the characters throughout the book.  Another reason why this book is thrilling is because there is a lot of strategy involved in the games.  The contestants have to impress the crowd and get sponsors all to help them win.<br/>  I think that anyone who likes a good thriller would like this book.  If you like to read and read a lot then this book will be a fast and great read.  This is a great book and I think that any one from kids to adults will love it.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37SP236OSPTUE?ASIN=0439023521	Perfect start to a perfect book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book. The style is fascinating. The characters are so ALIVE. You can feel them. You might think you know what will happen, but this book is not at all predictable. Or, maybe, I was too immersed in the mind of Katniss to try to predict the outcome. It wasn't at all what I expected.<br/><br/>This book is not solely for entertainment. Oh, no. It sheds light on just how much we yearn for entertaining, that we will let anything slide. Even if that entertainment plays on the emotions and pain and death of others.<br/><br/>Think you wouldn't ever watch something where kids kill themselves? Think again. Think about all the survival shows you watch. Think about the movies you watch. It's just one step away from The Hunger Games, or so Collins says.<br/><br/>In short, this book is deep and so much more than a trifle teen's amusement. Don't let the media fool you with their constant talking of ""the next Twilight"" and blah blah blah. It is NOTHING like that.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31BH6XSXC87LF?ASIN=0439023521	fantastic, action,	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Its a book that will immediately hook you because it is so different than what is out there. Starts with Katniss and her best friend Gayle who are out hunting which is forbidden in her District. Both of their families are poor and hungry, along with the most of District 12. Every year there is drawing selecting 2 children ages 12+ up from every district to enter the Hunger Games held in an arena for everyone to watch them battle it out until there is one standing. When the drawing came up in District 12 Katniss's sister who just turned twelve was chosen to enter the Hunger Games; however, Katniss wouldn't allow it and volunteered herself in her place as the Female tribute for the district along side Peeta the male tribute.<br/><br/> I thought this book was really good, action, imagination, a darkness to it, as well as a possibility for a love story that has not gone too mushy. The way the hunger game plays out was interesting and happy with the end result of this book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FSGXOIWV6LN6?ASIN=0439023521	Easily the best book I've read in quite a while.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I knew that The Hunger Games was a popular book (and soon to be a movie) before I read it, but I didn't know much about it beyond that. I knew that it was something similar to Lord of the Flies or Battle Royale. But in reality, it is so much more. The storyline is extremely engaging, the characters are moving, the writing is excellent. I read it straight through in one sitting, which I definitely did not plan to do.<br/><br/>But it is not just a good book, a fun read. This is a book that, unlike the Harry Potter series, will get kids off the couch and adventuring in the big outdoors. There's no magic here, just ordinary people becoming tough and smart through fighting, and fighting back. It's a dangerous book, full of dangerous ideas; one that an oppressive government is bound to find unsuitable for its populace. I suspect that the true measure of its success won't be found in number of copies sold, but rather in number of copies banned and burned. It's that kind of book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RHQLCW4VTCJQ?ASIN=0439023521	Interesting love triangle	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So I'm probably one of the last ones on the Hunger Games train, but I finally made it, and I'm so glad I did. I really enjoyed this book, and can't wait to get to the rest of the trilogy. I am also excited about the upcoming movie. One benefit of waiting so long to start is now I don't need to wait on anything in order to get to enjoy the rest of the series.<br/><br/>I found the love triangle very interesting. Normally I am not a fan of love triangles, but in this one, one of the guys was absent for the entire story. It lead an interesting angle to the plot.<br/><br/>Throughout the story I found myself feeling very bad for Peeta. He was such a nice guy, and totally unequiped for the survivoral aspect of the games. He also seemed to suffer with Katniss. For someone so knowledgable about survival, she was quite naive when it came to emotions and relationships.<br/><br/>Overall, this book deserves the hype it has gotten. I'm glad I read it, and am looking forward to the rest of the trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1O96TS7G8V9OP?ASIN=0439023521	Suzanne Collins countinues her astonishing stories.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I discovered Collins I was reading Greagor the Underlander. (a book you should really read) I LOVED it and wanted more of Collins great writing. A year later I was looking for a book and I saw the intresting cover of The Hunger Games. I picked it up and bought it. I thought it was going to be a reagular old book. Then I was taken on a wild journey of Katniss Everdeen and Peeta Mellark. It was an emotional ride for them. When Peeta annocess that he is in love with one of the contests that he has to kill. I was so sad. The two of the star crossed lovers are taken in to an arena and are forced to kill 23 other people. Well if they want to survive. I have recomended this book to all of my friends and family. Did I mention the star crossed lovers have other siblings at home watching them. Also there's Katniss's friend Gale Hawthorne is also at his house watching. I felt terribal throughout the book for them but the ending oh the ending will sure be a surprise!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1H3DJFV4XDD8Q?ASIN=0439023521	Don't let the Scholastic Publishing label discourage you.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games, written by Suzanne Collins, is fiction in the young adult genre. This is not my age group, but I found that I couldn't put it down! Don't let the Scholastic Publishing label discourage you. This trilogy is a combination of nerve-racking tension, thrilling action, and an engaging love story which is appropriate for young and older adults.<br/><br/>I was amazed on how completely engrossed I was in the plot and characters.... This story is set in the future where the government oppresses its people and forces children from ages 12 to 18 against each other in a fight to the death in The Games. Everything is televised and highly publicized all over the country. Katniss, the main character, must not only survive the Games, but deal with a romance between her and another ""tribute"" from her home, resolve if she is willing to kill as a ""pawn"" of an oppressive government, and/or be the symbol of hope and freedom.<br/><br/>I highly recommend reading this trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R316JZEEZ079AI?ASIN=0439023521	Terrific Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was caught off guard by how powerful and interesting this book was from beginning to end. I had heard a bit about it, and when I was looking for an audiobook at the library for a trip, this was what was available. From the moment I started listening, I was caught by the story, characters, and constant suprises. The landscape is unsettling, and the evil Capital just a little too close to possible. The book's heroine, Katniss, is truly intriguing as she is slowly revealed throughout the storyline. She's likable in her imperfection, and in her confusion about who she can trust and just how she feels about various characters, particularly Peeta and Gale. I was so hooked, that when my trip ended only 1/2 of the way through the book, I then bought the book so I could finish it as quickly as possible! I'm a mom to two teenage girls, who I'm encouraging to read the book ASAP. I suspect they will like it as much as I do. I can't wait to read the next installment . . .</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RESFIQFMERUD5?ASIN=0439023521	A pleasant surprise	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As dark and macabre as the premise of this book is, I enjoyed it.  In a single noble act of self-sacrifice, we immediately get a glimpse of who the heroine is; a fighter, a protector, and someone who loves fiercely. However, she is not someone that can see the bigger picture.  In fact, she is quite impulsive and relies more on her instincts than on her intelligence, which has placed her in some deadly situations and probably would have killed her without the interventions of other characters. I imagine her common saying should be ""ah, hindsight is always 20/20"".<br/><br/>I felt that Collins did a good enough job weaving this world and keeping the story at such a fast pace, while building on for the future books, as well as inserting emotional complexities of our dear heroine and hero(es).  I could feel Katniss' inner turmoils as she played puppet to her mentor, to the public, and to the Capitol, all the while trying to hold a piece of herself.<br/><br/>A very promising series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RAUN0EFMXX101?ASIN=0439023521	Don't start it on a Sunday night	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I just happened to open the first page on a Friday night, which is a good thing as this book and its two sequels consumed my Saturday.  I was skeptical about this book -- a giant fight to the death between children isn't generally my thing (while I understand the literary merit of <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Lord-of-the-Flies/dp/B000OCXIRG"">Lord of the Flies</a>, it isn't my idea of a fun read).  As a female graduate student, I'm probably not a key part of this book's target demographic, but I enjoyed it regardless.<br/><br/>I bought it after hearing one of my classmates rave about it, and as the kindle edition wasn't too pricey, I decided to try it out.  The writing style was not the kind I usually read, but after I got used to the present tense, I enjoyed it.  The story is compelling and probably the best of the trilogy.  The characters are well developed and easy to get attached to.<br/><br/>This book is certainly worth a read, and after finishing the first one Saturday morning, I promptly bought the next two.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QX5RB7DJ8Z78?ASIN=0439023521	Absolutely Breathtaking	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was VERY surprised to find that this is now one of my favorite series.<br/><br/>My initial opinion of this series couldn't have been more wrong.<br/>I was instantly sucked in, and it didn't let go until I'd finished the third book.<br/><br/>Collin's descriptive skills are wonderful [and oddly subliminal message-like, ever since reading The Hunger Games I've been drinking hot chocolate like crazy, when all my life I've never cared for it].  There are enough genres to please a wide range of tastes, there is a bit of romance, action and adventure, a dash of horror.  The Hunger Games is an absolute page turner.<br/><br/>I reccomend this series to anyone who wants a good read.  This is cliche, but while reading this series, and most especially this book, I laughed and I held my breath at intense moments, and I cried.  I cried like a baby.  And I do so every time I read this.  I couldn't have been more pleasantly surprised with this novel, and I've reccommended this to everyone I know.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R245LF5SXWYZ3K?ASIN=0439023521	When she goes into the arena to fight she falls in love with the boy that was called from the same ...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is about a girl who is called to compete in a death match against 2 other people from the other twelve districts. When she goes into the arena to fight she falls in love with the boy that was called from the same district his name is Peeta. They are competing in the seventy-fourth hunger games. At the beginning Katniss sister has her name called. That is when Katniss volunteers as tribute so her sister doesn’t have to go. The Hunger Games is set in North America. District twelve is located in the Appalachian Mountains. The other eleven districts are located throughout North America. There was a district thirteen but when there was a rebellion seventy-four years ago the capital destroyed it. The new country that the Hunger Games are is called Panem. The author of the Hunger Games is Suzanne Collins. The Hunger Games is set after the apocalypse and the Capital and the thirteen districts is all that is left of Humanity</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Q6744PPG8U02?ASIN=0439023521	"Thematically rich, with elements of love & sacrifice, along with the question, ""who has the power?"" running throughout the book"	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">** spoiler alert ** I've known about ""The Hunger Games"" for a long time, and it always sounded interesting to me. I was never bothered by the fact that the book seemed to be aimed at a younger demographic because so many people my age said that they enjoyed it. I found it to be a well-told story, with great character development.<br/><br/>The setting is a dystopian, Big Brother-like society in a futuristic North America. The story was thematically rich, with elements of love and sacrifice, along with the question, ""who has the power?"" running throughout this book.<br/><br/>Unfortunately, based on humanity's history of using barbarism as entertainment (I'm thinking specifically of the ancient Roman gladiators fighting in the Coliseum), the idea of the Hunger Games is not completely out of the realm of reality (especially with the modern popularity of reality television).<br/><br/>Overall, I found the book to be both engaging and emotional.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RN1P5RE176MHI?ASIN=0439023521	Ugh	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love it so much. I can't believe I didn't read it before. I am so in love. totally all about peeta. can't wait to read the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1X97CL24N4C1?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">All I have yo say is.... MAKE IT GO ON FOREVER! This book is great! Although the text Is fine I don suggests kids under ten reading it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R46CX7II91UX?ASIN=0439023521	Love IT	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Just enough action and love in this story, plus it is wonderfully written! All around awesome. Adding this to the list of my favorites.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SL7PUQQP9GGH?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book. Unique story line- you can't help but get wrapped in this books characters. Beginning go end, The Hunger Games is flawless.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GGKOTFGFDIN0?ASIN=0439023521	GREAT STORY	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">UNEXPECTED TWISTS AND DECEIT. GOOD READ. ENTIRE SERIES IS DEFINITELY WORTH THE TIME! WILL SHARE WITH EVERYONE I KNOW WHO LIKES TO READ!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RT7XAQAAD3JZQ?ASIN=0439023521	Great BOOK	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is one of my favorites. I have read it several times and the kindle version make it more affordable and well worth your time.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZGYK2QST8AP6?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a completely fantastic book. i would recommend  it to anyone. the story just grabs you and draws you in the whole way through!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BHSJTVTMAIRF?ASIN=0439023521	First Kindle Reading Attempt	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was my first try at reading using a Kindle app (for iPhone).  I was very hesitant, but I have to say that I ended up enjoying it a lot.  It's great to be able to change font size and brightness/background so quickly.  I also like the fact that I have the book with me on my phone everywhere I go.<br/><br/>As for the book, wow what a page-turner!  I could not stop reading.  I am 26 and was worried that this book would be to ""juvenile"" for me, but there are a lot of mature themes and scenes in the book.  There is a good amount of violence, described in great detail at some points.  I would highly recommend this book for teens and adults as well.  I think there are a lot of life lessons to be learned by teens who read this book.  The themes are extremely rooted in the story, and the plot seems realistic enough to really make you think about what we value as a society.  I immediately bought the second book upon completing this one.  Bravo, Suzanne Collins!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQ2F0X0D1YK4G?ASIN=0439023521	Oh. My. God.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Someone wrote about Life as We Knew it, by Susan  Pfeffer below, and I totally agree about the two. You can't put this book down! They both make you feel this sense of distress about everyday life. Katniss is a strong young woman that just makes you shiver with delight when you know something else about her. This book and the whole trilogy took me in and I couldn't stop! I read all three in a matter of days and I'm now re-reading them. They made me cry, laugh, and then brutally yell at the not-so-nice characters. This book makes you question who each character really is. You always rest assured though that they are who you think in the beginning after the climax of each stressful part. WORTH YOUR MONEY AND TIME!<br/>You won't be disappointed!<br/>And you definitely won't stop reading!<br/><br/>Also, at first I hated the book because it was so depressing. But that's why you can't put it down! You want to see how it turns out. You can't bare to 'leave' the characters behind!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MT7VKEMQAD5?ASIN=0439023521	Number 1 for a reason!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am a fifteen year old guy who loves reading.  Fantasy is my favorite.  This book deserves the number one ranking it currently has in the kindle store.  i am a diehard reader and finished this book about three hours after buying it.  One of the best books i have ever read (including harry potter and the inheritance cycle).  There are a few scenes that get a little graphic including *SPOILER ALERT*  the main character Katniss being held down and her face cut open deliberately by another girl just  to cause pain, and the same girl having her skull bashed in by a rock.  Also a boy gets mauled by wolves for a whole night, the wolves deliberately working him over to hurt and maim, but not kill him.  *SPOILER OVER*  I recommend for ages thirteen and up.  I heartily recommend this book to anyone who enjoys reading.  My only small complaint is the lack of character development.  I hope Collins focuses more on the characters next book.  Thanks for reading my review!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPGK5XWJRFAR1?ASIN=0439023521	Marvelous	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I devoured this book in a matter of hours and its characters remained with me even in my dreams. The next day, I reread it, unable to find significant faults.<br/>Collins has established a powerful balance of romance, suspense, and morality. Katniss, the heroine I've come to love so much, knows what it takes to survive. The reader feels her pain from cover to cover as she makes choices between lies and survival, rebellion and submission, humanity and love.<br/>The Hunger Games is an incredibly engaging read- and one that has left an impression in my mind greater than that of any book I've read in far too long a time.<br/>My initial reaction upon finding that this book was the first of a series was fear. However, I am confident that Collins will provide us with more amazing content- and that Katniss's rebellion against the Capitol (the group forcibly in power) is just beginning.<br/>I greatly look forward to the sequel.<br/>This book may be the best I've read this year.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KXM6NMCJ9ULX?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger NOT a game	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger, Not a Game<br/><br/>We are hungry that's for sure and it's NOT a game. This movie and book was an excellent portrayal of this world's lust and hunger for the relationship we want to have with each other. This story of a televised hunt to the death is the epitome of reality shows of today. We want to see into each others lives, we want to see how each other handles fear, sadness, disappointment, anger, death, life. We want to see and we want to be seen. This is a cry for a deeper relationship with other human beings. The sad thing is that without love for each other this story pretty much shows where we are headed. Katniss, the main character and soul behind that world's rebellion against the Hunger Games was faced with just that. Just to be rid of the horrors of Hunger Games was not enough. A Love for each other had to replace the anger, fear and control of the government. This story, book and movie seems to be a warning. What are you hungry for??</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XX0W7TX9TL2C?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't really read books but I really recommend it to middle and high schoolers<br/>This is such an amazing book really check it out</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19BBAL4B7FTZX?ASIN=0439023521	Awesomeness	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The best book ever won't be able to put it down and they leave you hanging the best book from the one stupid person idiot sportswriter</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12O2MLQDWKZ1I?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I seldom go to a movie before I read the book but doing so did not negatively impact my enjoyment of the book. A great absorbing read.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IW0MVE3LM99S?ASIN=0439023521	Fun read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm not much for teen fiction but this book is very engaging and enjoyable. I definitely would recommend it. it's a pretty quick read.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZHRN667IIRHU?ASIN=0439023521	Great gift.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Bought this for my daughter and she loved it! Great story, will be sending her the other two as soon as she is finished with this one!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22GQHGXCDJ5DA?ASIN=0439023521	Totally Awsome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've read this book six times and saw the movie five times. I really enjoyed it from beginning to end. It never lost my interest once.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1F00AWJG5H6HD?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wonderful book. Watching the movie then reading the book is much better than reading the book then watching the movie. I enjoyed both.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R209FYEEKY6879?ASIN=0439023521	Page Turner!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't put this down! Finished the whole series in a week! Well developed characters. Interesting plot. Suzanna Collins, I am a fan!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YL7P0CR54EW5?ASIN=0439023521	Loved the first book--The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book kept me on the edge of my seat.  I couldn't put it down.  Good for all ages--upper elementary students thru senior citizens.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXDOP7W74AFT4?ASIN=0439023521	I actually enjoyed The Hunger Games!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you'd told me I would actually enjoy The Hunger Games, I wouldn't have believed you. After all I am 60 years old and a writer and poet with many credentials to my name; why in the world would I read a YA (young adult) novel, much less find it meaningful and moving?<br/><br/>But I did read it and found it very fulfilling. Now, as I begin the second book of Suzanne Collins's trilogy, I have to tell you, I'm looking forward to seeing where the story goes, and also whether 's Collins can continue to hold this rather complex, multi-layered tale together. (I believe she can!)<br/><br/>Which goes to prove that there is sometimes much more to a novel than novelty. Or maybe the pride (arrogance?) of my earlier efforts has finally begun to crumble, which is great good news!<br/><br/>I hope Katniss and her world continue to bring the joys of good lit to many; and that the grand humanity of The Hunger Games touches many others as much as it's touched me.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IX4934FLYWUC?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Haven't put the book down.  Saw the movie about 1 &amp; 1/2 wks ago and then began the book. Normally I read the book first but.... was presented with the chance to see the first movie and took it.<br/><br/>Surprisingly, the movie stayed pretty true to the book. It was both interesting and exciting.  I could see myself  in sympathy with Kat in the book and movie. She doesn't want to kill  another human though she was a huntress and used to killing animals for food. She doesn't appear to get the human hunting until her friend and ally,  Rue is killed.  Then she feels the need to seek revenge for her young friend.<br/><br/>I think the character of Katniss is very similar to my own. She would fight to keep her sister safe and her friends. She is wary of people whom she does not know or who gives her a feeling of danger.<br/><br/>The appalling idea of killing others for game to entertain the wealthy is incredulous.  The book is quite fascinating though.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BCX145W4IR2Y?ASIN=0439023521	Saw the movie before reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Having seen a movie adaptation before reading a book can often lessen the experience, just as the opposite is true. That was not the case with The Hunger Games. the adaptation of the book to the movie was so well done that it was more of a refresher than a different story, which is often the case. I enjoyed the book immensely, and I am going to enjoy reading the rest of the trilogy prior to seeing the movies.<br/>They call these books Young Adult, but at 57, that does not describe me (accept in the way I act sometimes). The book was well written, leaving out the gratuitous and graphic sex that is so prevalent in our society. The characters, even the minor ones, have a depth of development not found in most books today. Ms Collin's intense story telling takes one into the mind of the characters, and with just a few words, the background and depth of the characters jumps off of the pages.<br/>I enjoyed the first book and look forward to the next two.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/REP7HXO8UHO06?ASIN=0439023521	Could not put it down, but won't read the rest.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book is very engaging, a great nail-biter and undoubtedly a page-turner. I found myself cheering for our heroine, empathizing with her and eagerly turning the Kindle pages to see what comes next. Although there is the occasional run-on sentence and some strange punctuation here and there, the book is a very easy read overall.<br/><br/>However, as fun and satisfying as it was to read the book, I will not be reading the sequels. In my personal opinion (pardon the tautology) this should should have been a one-book plot. There is not enough enticement to continue -- I don't really care *that* much what choice Katniss makes for her love life, nor is there any open-ended, unfinished segue to any other tangent that leaves me wanting more. In fact, I think the way the book ended could possibly have been the best way to finish a one-book story anyway.<br/><br/>A great, fun, exciting read that is sure to please (and there are two sequels if you're looking for more).</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18YA9K87B1XT0?ASIN=0439023521	IT GREABBED ME BY THE HAIR OF MY HEAD AND WOULD NOT LET ME GO!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I WAITED FOR MY SON TO FINISH THE BOOK BEFORE I COULD READ IT.  ONCE I READ THE FIRST PAGE I WAS ALREADY HOOKED.  COULD NOT PUT IT DOWN.  IT IS THE FIRST BOOK SINCE THE HARRY POTTER SERIES THAT COULD ACTUALLY GRAB MY ATTENTION AND KEEP IT.  IT IS BOTH BRUTAL AND BEAUTIFUL (MY HEART BROKE FOR PEETA) THE CHARACTERS ARE WELL DEVELOPED AS IS THE PLOT. MS. COLLINS IS A VERY EFFICENT WRITER.  THE BOOK IS FAST PACED.  A GREAT READ.<br/>MY ONLY REGRET IS THAT MS. COLLINS DIDN'T NOT WRITE THIS FOR OLD MARRIED FOLK.  HOW COOL IT WOULD HAVE BEEN TO SEE AN OLD MARRIED COUPLE PITTED AGAINST EACH OTHER AND EVERY PETTY, LITTLE GRIEVANCE COMES BACK TO MIND AND EVEN THINGS LIKE THEIR GOUT FLARE UP-ONLY TO HAVE THEM FALL FOR EACH OTHER ALL OVER AGAIN!! (JUST HAD TO THROW THAT IN THERE.)<br/>MY LIBRARIAN CALLED ME JUST A FEW MINUTES AGO TO TELL ME THAT THEY HAVE RECEIVED CATCHING FIRE AND I AM ON MY WAY TO PICK IT UP. SO NOW, I'M JUST WAITING FOR THE MOVIES TO COME OUT.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSD89YG51RGCG?ASIN=0439023521	good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very exciting fun and really really interesting action packed the books are defiantly better than the movie and I would read it again</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CDEFGC001VHR?ASIN=0439023521	Good read after the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Gonna continue with the other 2. Looking forward to the movie release for the second book. I recommend the book for pleasure reading.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZW9TEZQKANQO?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Would recommend this to anyone. If you enjoy reading, regardless of the genre of book you normally read, you'll really love this one!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19RM642F1LQ3T?ASIN=0439023521	So engaging	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It may be a book for adolescents but this senior citizen couldn't put it down.  Parallels to the culture we live in are very apparent</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCJMBLKV2DI7H?ASIN=0439023521	An Amazing read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">For those of you that thought the movie was good I'm telling you the book is so far beyond the movie. Read it you will not regret it.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FQWOY369AFE5?ASIN=0439023521	saw the movie first	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'd had this book recommended to me several times and finally read all three back to back last month. They were easy reads with relatively little sex or language, although the violence made up for it. The movie was a bit more graphic than the book from what I could see. But the future presented is a gritty war story at its heart so violence is to be expected. But it isn't too much to overwhelm anyone older than 13.<br/>I've read all about the comparison to some book I'v enever heard of before. And I've heard about theallusions to reality TV and the like. And I can see how that could be interpreted. But what I enjoyed was the portrayal of a strong female protagonist that is more than capable of standing on her own. Even the love story, however muted, is something she isnt quite comfortable with but learns to use it to her advantage. Instead of a man manipulating the circumstances and using a woman, its a total role reversal. I really liked that.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BO4Y89OATY8E?ASIN=0439023521	Great story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great story for kids that explores a lot of adult issues:  totalitarianism, justice, survival, and more.  The idea of putting kids in an arena is a sensitive one for adults, but for young readers it helps them relate to the story and the characters, and makes them care about what happens to them.<br/><br/>I read this book after seeing the movie with my niece (13) who had read all the books.  We had a great discussion over the differences between the movie and the book.  In some ways this is one of those rare instances where the movie made the book better (by introducing us to Seneca Crane and President Snow and helping us see the story from their point of view enriched things.  My niece did not like how the Avoxes were left out of the movie, and having read the other two books, I can see why; it forces Katniss to deal with the cruelty of the Capitol to more than just herself.  I hope they address the issue in the Catching Fire movie.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RAZDIA6A62MUL?ASIN=0439023521	excitingly cool and new	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'd avoided reading this for a couple of reasons. 1) the band wagon already looked pretty full. 2) I didn't like the cover very much-it looked too thriller-ish at 1st glance-though, now, I get the relevance. 3) The title even sounded thriller-ish.<br/>Anyhoo, I recently won a copy and so ended up with the title in my kindle and thought I'd set about immediately to discover what all the fuss is about.<br/>Am I glad I did?<br/>Well, duh!<br/>Yes, I found the opening to be a bit of a struggle-but I'm well known for my perseverance.<br/>Yes, I thought there was a lot to absorb with the way the world was set, and all the different Districts and whatnot.<br/>But like with any decent read, the more you read, the more you understand, and the more you want to read-and soon, I couldn't put it down.<br/>This turned out to be a cracking read (once I'd come to terms with the present tense narration) and I shall be reading Catching Fire pretty soon.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35Q7WWE9KV97O?ASIN=0439023521	Barrelling Ahead	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed the story overall. Exploring what war can do to a person, especially when your young, gives food for thought; even though it can be very disturbing to contemplate what human beings are capable of doing to one another.<br/>On the one hand I can understand the fast pace and development of the story, but on the other hand I found the details of the characters' growths and convictions a little lacking because the story moved so fast. I was left at the end (of the trilogy) with a feeling of incompleteness, like I've missed something, only it wasn't there to go back and find. The whole thing was over in a flurry of action and I'm not sure I was completely convinced about the chain of reactions that brought it about. But this is just me, and I was still hooked and couldn't wait to turn each page to find out how Katniss will escape from the string of neverending impossible situations. I'd definitely recommend it to any fan of epic fiction.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16EL2MYQN6ZQZ?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm a 25 year old male, who seldom reads, but absolutely enjoys a good video game (Call of Duty, sports games, etc.) and this book actually pulled me away from the TV for a few hours and was a great book (I can honestly say I don't run across books I call great often). I'm a fan of the Harry Potter series, Michael Crichton and Chuck Palahniuk's books, but few others have been able to keep my interest. I can't stand the vampire series books most teens/people my age &amp; beyond are interested in and that's all that appears to have come out in the last year that's gotten solid reviews. Pick up this book if you feel the same or have a kid/teen/young adult in the same mind frame as me because it's an easy read, keeps you involved. Don't just take my word for it, there's how many 5 star review for this book &amp; it's only $10-$12. I've already ordered the second book. There's a reason this book is hitting every high school English class in America lol.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38DDW7TIRDWBU?ASIN=0439023521	Fast and Interesting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book keeps you wondering what is coming next. I couldn't put it down and found that Ms. Collins made the adventure easy to read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LLOX0HI2HHZF?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">That was by far the best book that I have ever bought and read. I loved it it could not have ever been even the slightest bit better</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FGBNQDCIH6FR?ASIN=0439023521	Great read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very well written and original. I really enjoyed this book and can't wait to finish the trilogy. I hope the others are just as good.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13CVXXAHJJCYP?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I would recommend this book too anyone who likes amazing, good, on the edge of your seat kind of book. I was glade i read this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3O4QHJ6N4FXGP?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a amazing book I couldn't stop reading! So much detail<br/>A little bit of everything, romance, trill and twists and turns!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RXX4EZIMX8B6?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Woohoo!!!!!!! Best book ever!!!!!!!! Thank you Suzan Collins for making this book!!!!!!! This is a got to read book!!!! Love it!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5V9Z3JUVI56P?ASIN=0439023521	Oh my..	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing! I had no clue what this book was about, thanks to Amazon prime membership and curiosity I will be reading the whole series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QGZPCU7ALBXK?ASIN=0439023521	good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book! keeps you guessing, will definitely keep reading the series! You will definitely be surprised throughout the whole book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14RQ05A6XFSZE?ASIN=0439023521	A great start - lovely characters	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A modern day Ender's series. A great start - lovely characters, fantastically created (and rather macabre) world, a lot of action and not just action. The author finds great ways to describe developments from many viewpoints despite the story being told in first person.<br/><br/>The series is full of intrigues - intrigues which are mostly solved by the time one reaches the end but so precariously that they will be reopened, reexamined, redeveloped again and again as the series unfolds.<br/><br/>While the story so far has little parallels with Harry Potter, one is struck by similarities with Orson Card's Enders Game. However, it is almost given that unlike the Enders series that turned more and more unreal as well as more distant from the subjects of the first book, this one could develop with more continuity.<br/><br/>A great start - made me immediately jump to the second book. Only hope is that the author does not drag it endlessly.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RAGG2AQ6S6U5X?ASIN=0439023521	Suspensful to the max!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The world that Suzanne Collins has created is not happy and wonderful, it's actually sad and often horrifying.  However, it's also completely engrossing!  I could barely put it down, though there were times when it was so suspensful that I had to take a break because I was gripping my Kindle so hard I thought I'd break it.<br/><br/>Suzanne really puts you into the Hunger Games with Katniss and Peeta and you feel exactly what they are.  The despair, pain, confusion and sense of just being a puppet that someone is controlling is palpable on every page.  She sucks you into the whole pomp and circumstance surrounding the Games and what it must be like to be around groups of people who are basically trussing you like a turkey that they are about to cook.  You feel the struggle of Katniss and Peeta to retain enough of themselves to be able to function again, but to also do what they must in order to survive.<br/><br/>An excellent read, highly recommended!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FHTNI6BBGKKM?ASIN=0439023521	Wait wait wait -- this is a *trilogy?*	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was good; I can see why it's been so popular with tweens and younger readers. Collins does a good job giving the reader a strong main character to identify with, and the actual hunger games part of the book is written at a crisp pace that relates the intensity of what it taking place with the characters.<br/><br/>Overall, Collins borrows heavily from Philip K. Dick in that she sets the book in a sci-fi future that is more fi than sci. For the most part people live as they always have except that the government is centralized and dictatorial after a war, which is straight up PKD (not necessarily a bad thing). There are some hi-tech aspects, but those are mostly in the background.<br/><br/>My biggest complaint is that this is the first book of a three-book series. To me, this book should (and most definitely could) stand on its own. The main plot line is resolved, and satisfyingly so. I really don't need (or want) any more than that.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R239VN556WDIMM?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie and the movie was excellent!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie a few weeks back.  I had to read the book to see if the movie stayed true or if there was a lot of license taken in the production.  Happily, the movie essentially stayed right to the book.  To my mind, if the book is good, it is a crime for the movie not to stay with it.  That being said...the book explains more of  who Katniss is and how she ""becomes"" who she is and the kind of things she survived that made her strong.  One of the finer things in this book is the inner dialogues she has with herself as she meets each challenge. The book explains more of the political landscape than the movie does which I found astounding and mesmerizing. It fills in so many gaps left by the movie maker.  I recommend this book for any teen and young adult.  In a world where moral flexibility is acceptable, it is powerful to see an individual struggle to do the right things and what the consequences of those actions are or can be.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJ5PLNYRYRM4A?ASIN=0439023521	Emmi at The Bookish Cowgirl	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is an intense riveting tale that always keeps you at the edge of your seat. The main characters Katniss, Gale, and Peeta are nicely developed throughout the book and as they progress throughout the series, in a good but also bad way. You can't help but sympathize with each of them, it is terrible to think if you had to have a young family member have to participate in a terrible event such as The Hunger Games.<br/><br/>Brutal, some of the scenes in the book could be pretty violent, I was surprised how violent and gruesome it got but I never wanted to put it down. You felt as if you were right along side, Katniss in her terrifying adventure.<br/><br/>Although this book can be terrible in different ways I don't think there was one part I didn't like. Suzanne did a beautiful job and I would recommend this book to pretty much anyone. Although kids should be over the age of 13 and no one squeamish should attempt to read this either.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SKDZC4MYVJHX?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing Characters	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this story so much from page one til the very last word. I quickly began reading book two. I agree with other reviewers that I didn't like the ending of book three but even that didn't take away from my love of this series. The characters are well thought out and enertaining. Suzanne does an amazing job of creating this unique world unlike anything I've ever read before. I read some reviews where they accuse Suzanne of plagerism, and I don't get it. I haven't read this other story their talking about but in todays world of tons of new stories every day its going to be impossible not to have similarities among books. I thought this story was absolutely amazing and you will miss out if you don't read it. That is, of course, if you are a young adult book fan, which I am.<br/>This was a world that I wanted more and more of. I really wish she wouldn't have ended the way she did. I think there was certainly potential for one more story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7FBRL3MGYO5N?ASIN=0439023521	Great introduction to the Series!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is the first book of The Hunger Games trilogy and it is a great introduction. Though the book is targeted towards young adults, regular adults will find it a great read as well. Think of it as a futuristic Lord of the Flies that takes place on reality television. It introduces the two main characters in a way that will make you care about whether they live or die. The problem arises when those are the only two characters that are really developed. Not all stories require character development, but when a story is about people's lives being on the line you want more development from all the characters.<br/><br/>All in all it's a good introduction and the end will leave you wanting more, which is great because there are two followups. If you have time read it, you'll enjoy it.<br/><br/>It's not groundbreaking, but it's enjoyable.<br/><br/>Also if you liked the movie and you like reading, then you'll like the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CDXHUEQUR4KJ?ASIN=0439023521	Actually worth all they hype	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">In the face of all the hype, I fully expected to loathe <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Hunger-Games-Book-1/dp/0439023521"">The Hunger Games (Book 1)</a> by Suzanne Collins. I'm glad to report that I was dead wrong. The book depicts a hyper-violent time in the indistinctly distant future where gladiatorial-type games amount to annual human sacrifices to serve as a reminder of the consequences of rebellion. From the hardscrabble manual labor of coal miners, to the decadence of the capitol, to the death in the arena, Collins manages to maintain an eighth grade reading level while still keeping it interesting for this non-young adult reader. Likewise, her descriptions of violence are vivid and present enough so that the reader is brought face-to-face with it, but never has their nose rubbed in it. This being the first book in a trilogy, it does an excellent job of bringing the narrative to a satisfying conclusion while still leaving the reader wanting more and wondering what happens next.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UP1OSSV3IG5I?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It can't get better than this I thought it would be boring but when I read it my mind exploded if you do not read you r missing out</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R257MFEWR4V8CE?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent Plot	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This first book in the series is the best one. Although the author does not make the main character likable, the plot is excellent.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RM9BM2PBX8N25?ASIN=0439023521	Really inspiring	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was on edge the entire book. There is so much excitement and adventure. I love how there's romance and adventure in the same book</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2H2FCF8BMDQO3?ASIN=0439023521	Can't find a series I love more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Ever since I read this book in 2012 I've been at a loss to find a book that even remotely captivates men like the Hunger Games did.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NT18GLY1M0HJ?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved reading this book, I couldn't put it down! It was beautifully written and had great vocabulary! I RECOMMEND THIS BOOK!!! :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2R2TO08V8Y1IJ?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great series, there is a original version and a movie version, you can tell the difference by the covers, glad this is the original</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NKOHFAVXZ6VW?ASIN=0439023521	5 stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love love love this series! I love finding a great series that I can't put down and then to find out they make a movie about it!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26ZL25PKFXS6Z?ASIN=0439023521	Stupendous read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Brilliantly written, I enjoyed every word and couldn't put the book down until the last page was turned. I'm off to buy book 2 now.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZXS1PK1RMGCM?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was so much more in depth. I thoroughly enjoyed it. Suzanne is a great story teller cant wait to read the other two books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JDM8UZVI8Z3D?ASIN=0439023521	One of my favorite series of all time!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of my favorite series of all time! IT grabs you in the  first chapter and you race along after the story. Its hard to put down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROF2JLDZM80XA?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great awesome book loved it couldn't stop reading it. Helped me get through hurricane sandy no cabin fever. Recommend it to anyone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JRXKU27AGWEI?ASIN=0439023521	love	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I think the first two books were better but once you read those there is no point in leaving out the third...happy hunger games :-)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTDFBCJQ120HJ?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved the book! It's great for all ages! I am 40, and my daughters are 18 and 12...we all loved it! Best book I've read in a while!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30KVMV8CZ2GPY?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a great book part of a great series! I wholeheartedly endorse this series and this book in particular. It got me thinking about my impact on the world - if these kids could make an impact, perhaps I can make a difference also. Very well written and fast paced. You can see what is written in some of the world events of today! If you loved the movie, don't forget to read the book! You'll get the insight of Katniss in the first-person and all the thoughts that she is thinking about! She is quite a complex person but I grew to love her. Can someone find me a girlfriend like this gal!?<br/><br/>Don't forget to read the other books of the series also!:) The last one may be violent and perhaps frustrating to read but when you look over the whole series, you'll see so much similarity to today's world events! And perhaps these books will inspire you to make a difference in your own small way. You never know the impact it may have!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3E70ZX37BQ04A?ASIN=0439023521	A book that accomplishes what it sets out to do: no small feat.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have to note that Hunger Games is aimed at a teen audience and not a cynical twenty-something. That being said, it has to be stated that Hunger Games could be more than it is.<br/>Look. I like it. There was action. There were despots. There was archery. However, at all times throughout the book it seems as though Suzanne Collins is actively shying away from lifting the scope of the narrative. She focuses on little things instead of truly embracing the vision of the dystopian future that she created. I wanted more on President Snow. I wanted more backstory on the Districts. I wanted more on the power structure of the nation. I don't want them in sequels, I wanted them on page 50(not literally that page, just illustrating a point)!<br/>Though I liked the book, I have to say that ultimately my judgment is this: Hunger Games is last year's commercially successful novel that could have been a timeless classic of young adult fiction.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29LYA4JN8O821?ASIN=0439023521	Could not put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book immediately sucks the reader into the story. I had been on a reading hiatus because I couldn't get into any books. But The Hunger Games drew me right in. Once I started I could not stop. I read the book in three days (I usually take at least a month to read a book). The story is compelling and exciting. I read it for my book club that consists of psychologists and therapists age 30-40 years old. We marveled at how a book written for young adults could be so enthralling for a bunch of middle aged, well educated, adults. We agreed that part of it was because this book has so many layers of meaning in its social commentary. Additionally I found it refreshing for a 'young adult' story to have such a strong heroine. It's great to see the woman 'save the day', rather than being merely an object of male affection. One tip: if you read this, you're going to want to know the rest of the story, so just go ahead and buy the box set.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18WZ6A2P3JXJN?ASIN=0439023521	Could Not Stop Reading Until I Finished	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I avoided this book for a long time, dismissing it as just (overwrought) young adult fiction.  What a mistake.  Hunger Games is a compulsive, edge-of-the-seat, what will happen next read.<br/><br/>I could not put this novel aside.  Katniss Everdean represents her hometown district in the annual Hunger Games, wherein she must fight to the death for pure entertainment value.  She is an interesting character, a capable, tough girl, not willing to be a tool for the government.  But she is also a teenage girl, caught in the angst of her emotions and she is cleary drawn to two boys, one from her district and one from the Hunger Games.<br/><br/>At times the story slowed down as Katniss explored and tried to reconcile her feeling; hence 4 out of 5 stars.  Other times, the  story propelled forward as the action in the arena unfolded. Suzanne Collins is a master at suspension.  I literally could not put this book down until I was done.  A great read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZHPFOPE001UR?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is definitely a page turner. I read it all in two sittings and hope to finish books two and three by the weekend.<br/><br/>The characters in the books were so well done. I loved that Katniss was flawed, not portrayed as a perfect, brave warrior. It made her impossible not to empathise with.<br/><br/>The story moved along at a good pace without ever seeming to slow down or lose it's way and summed up niceky at the end while still leaving the hints about the next book. (My pet hate as a reader is a book which doesn't tie up loose ends so you need to buy the next book, not an issue here).<br/><br/>It definitely made you think a bit more about how lucky we are in what we have, and leave you with the eerie thought that this could really happen. Vampires, space travel, mermaids, they're all easy to keep just as fantasy. But keeping the masses cintrolled after a way, could, happen. It hit a nerve. Fantastic story though!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVBRI8LFEFZL5?ASIN=0439023521	The book that was on fire!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome. There are some stories that stay with you forever. Tolkien's ""Lord of the Rings"" was like that for me. This trilogy did the same. Although completely different in content, time or space, it painted such vivid pictures that it will stay with me forever. There are lots of sadness in this story, but also happy ones. I even found myself laughing out loud at some of the clever moments in here. And in the end good does triumph over evil, making it satisfying. But do yourself a favour and get all 3 in the trilogy before you start reading, because once you start, you won't be able to stop.<br/><br/>I have to disagree with some readers who thought that Book 1 was better than 2, and 2 better than 3. I enjoyed them all, and I especially enjoyed the clever recurrence of some sort of game in all 3 novels. The playing field, the rules, the stakes and the allies simply changed with every book, and the heroine herself changed with it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1O0VY8LCQ61T6?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins, a Kindle book I'd begun reading on April 10th during quieter parts of my dad's retirement/birthday party. It seems ironic to have started reading on an occasion when we bought enough party supplies and food to serve 100 when bad weather led to only 30 to be in attendance. I was able to snack as I read it and brought home leftovers the following day when I finished the last chapter. Hmm.<br/><br/>To me, the Hunger Games was a vibrant derelict mix of Battle Royale and Marathon Man that coined the recent (to me) literature term as being a dystopian novel. The characters, world, and concepts were all extremely riveting with the only downsides being dialogue and mid-game pathos (although, granted, it expresses the range of emotions during a crisis). I am immediately set to task to reading the next two books of the series and will wait with great anticipation of the details of the upcoming movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2R1XQNRYONF34?ASIN=0439023521	I want to see more of this world	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Coming to this book from a position of having seen the movie first, I found both to be highly entertaining and enjoyable though I found Katniss to be a little more likable in the movie.<br/><br/>I don't normally enjoy first-person narratives, finding they lack the immediacy and sense of peril that a well-written third-person can deliver, but the present-tense really helped ratchet up the tension nicely. It's an unconventional technique, but gives the impression that you're experiencing the events along with Katniss rather than hearing it from her later.<br/><br/>Katniss is the quintessential survivor, pushing herself to do things she might not otherwise do to protect her family and the people she cares about. She's definitely a strong character and a far better role model than most for young girls in YA fiction. I really don't like her treatment of Peeta, but I it won't keep me from reading the other two books in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16NRXGPA8Q771?ASIN=0439023521	Stayed up all night to finish this book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was expecting a Battle Royale imitation. I was hesitant to read it at first because it is rated for young adults. I left it on my desk for over a week before opening it. I was expecting some kind of insipid, amateur writing and plot. Instead, I was enthralled by the story and could not put it down! The characters are fleshed out and the plot is action-packed. The author introduces a new world without making the plot drag at all. For the first time in a very long time, I really like the heroine. I'm usually exasperated with heroines and their sassy, illogical decisions, but I rooted for Katniss the whole way.<br/><br/>Even though I have an aversion to books written in 1st POV, I was very impressed with the characters and the story. I read this book in a day. It is a fantastic read that ends in a cliffhanger. I was a cynic about this book at first, judging it by its category, but now I can't wait to get my hands on the second book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQEHOHVPDIXFJ?ASIN=0439023521	Exciting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love the book couldn't put it down!  Looking forward to catching fire...hope it is as riveting.  Best book I have read all summer.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28AXPOJRKGC1N?ASIN=0439023521	THE Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent book and I am reading catching fire also would recommend to anyone to read it. Can't wait for the next book to come out.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYDA6UZAN2JAH?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Just going to say it now this book is amazing! I love it it has a little bit of everything. I would recommend this book to anyone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MAVMDCV6LYK1?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it more the second time	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love this book th  first-time I read it and loved it even more the second time. A good read no matter how many times your read it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19E4DYRWVYOIC?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Such a great book. Couldn't put it down!!!<br/>Looking forward to the movie and how it compares. Can't wait to read the next two!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HBVOAEGOIKPU?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought it was one of the best books I've read. No doubt. I loved it. Every single word had me wondering what would happen next.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3J906HFHOTLS?ASIN=0439023521	Gritty and gripping dystopian dream!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">From a more technical, literary standpoint, The Hunger Games is written in an extremely simple fashion. It isn't particularly eloquent or overly descriptive. However, its tone is perfectly suited for a young adult reader. Set in the (very dark) future of North America, the general plot surrounds a suppressed and demoralized populace smothered by a spiteful, totalitarian government. In this world, starvation is common and the death of children by means of forced gladiator-style combat is the highest form of entertainment. The characters in the story feel beautifully flawed and carry a level of striking realism that contrasts wonderfully with their far-fetched, dystopic surroundings. The protagonist, Katniss, is faced with unbelievable hardship, violence, and impossible choices, which engages even the most demanding and seasoned adult reader. This book is a must-read for all lovers of adventure, suspense, tragedy, and justice.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23YJONLT41I4G?ASIN=0439023521	The best books I've ever read!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm fourteen. I read these books last year actually. I'm one ofthose girls who was obsessed with Harry Potter. Read all the books, saw all the movies. but the Hunger Games trilogy gave me a whole new perspective on the obsession of books. I'm the daughter of and English teacher so I'm always on the lookout for good books! Whem I first saw the book in my school library last year, my friends and I laughed and never thought we would read it. As it turns out we all loved them so much we've read them again! The story itself had me hooked from the start. As I've through the reviews om these amazing books, I've found myself angry at all of the negative reviews. I just can't believe that people didn't fall as deeply in love with these books as I did. I couldn't them down! Every chace I had I'd pull out the book at read it. This is a must read!!!!!! Disregard all negative reviews and start reading this immediatly!!<br/><br/>-Grace</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JKS4QFMMAGVA?ASIN=0439023521	Creatively Captivating!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games, book 1 in The Hunger Games Trilogy, is a creative and captivating story likened to modern day gladiators, if those gladiators were drawn out of a hat and between the ages of 12 and 18. The books gripping tale about a young woman, Katniss Everdeen, focuses around the 74th annual Hunger Games, an invention of the controlling 'Capitol' to keep the surrounding districts in order. The Hunger Games itself is a fight to the death between 24 tributes (a male and female tribute from each of the 12 districts) and is viewed as a sport by the Capitol, where bets and odds are placed on the different tributes for entertainment and pleasure. The Hunger Games is full of disturbing twists and gut wrenching adventures. You wont be disappointed if you enjoy adventure, fantasy, confusing love triangles and a rage against 'the man'. It's well worth a read and in fact, I'd say it's only downfall was it was all over too quickly!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQ2AUBZUSXGF0?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games was filled with things from the past and the future mixed together. I think that the book could be realistic and could actually happen somewhere in the world. I think the way that they treated the games was kind of how we treat the Olympics. Except for the fact that the people that compete in the Olympics aren't trying to kill each other. The author did a good job of making it seem like it was reality. The way the author incorporated the romance between Katniss and Peeta was perfect. She wanted us to know that all the people didn't hate each other, that they could be somewhat normal teenagers. The only part I found a little bit confusing is how the author started the book. It took me a while to get in to reading. Once I got into the book, I couldn't put it down. This book was an amazing book that will keep you hooked for the whole trilogy. i would rate this book a 9 out of 10. I recommend buying this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10SGH6IXHBA7L?ASIN=0439023521	Ehh....	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Of course. Here we go AGAIN. At first i thought this book would be just extraordinary. It was just OK. Of course we have a girl main charector. In this case she is a cold, selfish, and depressed.It is the same plot we have seen before. We all knew Prim would be picked at the reaping. We knew Gale would be jelous of Katniss and Peeta. We knew Katniss and Peeta would win and hook up. This plot was sooo predictable. We have seen it before. Blah, blah, blah! The good parts were the ones were no one knew were coming. Like, Rue dying in front of Katniss. Wait never mind. We all knew THAT one was coming. One really shocking thing that I found out was Katniss being sooo mean. I mean come on! We all know you live were food is scarse and only one person understands you. But come on! You have a family. Before i make this any longer, i have to say the movie was very good. Just the book wasn't all it cracked up to be. Over and out :).</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMMSJKP0KXKHH?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for more....	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is a very good first book in what looks to be a series.<br/><br/>It was a little slow to begin, but interesting. Once it really got going, I was hooked. The pacing was great, the action and character development were awesome. Katniss is a wonderful protagonist, and we get to see her develop on many emotional levels.<br/><br/>I was a bit disappointed by the ending, which seemed weak compared to the high level of intensity for the bulk of the novel. That's all that kept this from being a 5-star rating. I didn't hate the ending, but I feel it should have been more wrapped up. And if not that, at least left with a strong cliff hanger. This ending came across rather flat and didn't really make me starve for the sequel.<br/><br/>That being said, I am definitely interested in going forth with the series. I'm still interested despite the weak ending, and am anxious to see more of Katniss's world and where they go from here....</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHQA446ZJ6NH4?ASIN=0439023521	A love interest, suspense	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I did not know what to expect from reading this hunger games series. I had heard about it from a few friends and being the avid reader that I am I thought I'd dedicate some of my time to checking it out. My mind was blown! I do not want to give away any spoilers but this book had a little bit of everything! A love interest, suspense, gore, and much more. After you read the first book, you will immediately want to pick up the second book. The main character Katniss Everdeen has volunteered herself as a tribute to participate in the annual hunger games which was set up but the higher government in a not so distant future. This annual event pits 2 people from each district (12 of them) to fight till the death with one last survivor. With all the events that take place in the book you'll be put on edge and constantly want more. I do prefer the books over the movie adaptation. I recommend you read it the first chance you get!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21RZFAP16SDGN?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins is the first book of three in the series. The Hunger Games is about 12 districts after war. The hunger games is a game were a male and female from each district at the ages of 12-18 will be chosen to go into a arena and fight to the death until only 1 person living. If you win the games you get a year supply of food and you and your family will get to live in the victors village. The main characters are a boy and a girl, Peeta and Katniss, who live in district 12 have met before and Peeta has never forgotten about the day they met. Peeta and Katniss go into the hunger games but, only one person comes out alive right?<br/><br/>I think this is a great book! I recommend that if you don't like violence that this may be a little intense for you. Other than that the book is great and suspenseful! I hope that you read this book and enjoy it as much as I did! Read it you'll be glad you did!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HNDH3G3YGSTC?ASIN=0439023521	Hard to put down, and that's what's great about it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great, entertaining book.  The Hunger Games concept is chilling and you have to keep reading because, even though you suspect how it might turn out, I want to know for sure how it comes to a completion. The book lost a star for me in the third part of the novel, where the scenes in the cave seemed to drag a little bit.  I found Peeta to be annoying and not a romantic character at all, and really couldn't root for him to live or die, was just kind of meh about him.  Was not into the appearance of the Muttants at the end, too similar to those dumb werewolves in Twilight and I just want a book to be original nowadays and have NO wolves or vampires used to wrap up a plot.  I was very interested to see how Cato and Katniss would fight it out and I felt cheated of a more interesting face-off between them.  Otherwise, Collins did a great job of creating a fictional nightmare of survival that kept me turning the pages.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PMQCLVRJB66Q?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is full of love, survival, sadness, happiness, and so many things. I love this book! Totally recomend it. #bestbookever</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXTAX92KPIPER?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you love adventure and excitement than you'll love this book. Everything is sooooo surprising! I didn't see most of it coming.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RE7OC3JGUGR49?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A real page turner that you don't want to put down! As always, better than the movie though the movie had you gripping your seat!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25T7AG2KQQOUB?ASIN=0439023521	Best book in the world!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was the best book I have ever read! I couldn't pit this down! It took me 1 day to read because I was sooooooo addicted!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16CL3ZL167ICH?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great imagination and attention to detail. Held my interest all the way through. Could picture every scene with the great detail.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBAHY36DD94GT?ASIN=0439023521	A fabulous read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Do I need to even write another review out of the thousands of glowing reviews?  Summaries can be found above and below I'm sure.<br/><br/>This is a real page turner (or rather, Kindle button pushing), and you can't put it down once you get started!  I'm sorry that I started reading it right before I go to bed at midnight and ended up staying up until 5AM to finish the whole thing!<br/><br/>Not only is it exceptionally well written with extraordinary descriptions and dialogue, but the plot is intriguing and intricate.  I think this is meant for young adults but definitely a little morbidly fascinating for adults as well.  I can't wait to start the next of the series!  Highly recommending to all my friends.  And a movie coming out in Spring 2012!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LL5MPGMU58E5?ASIN=0439023521	Engaging, Dramatic, Wonderful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins is an amazing writer. Right from the beginning she draws you in. The book is set in the future and is believable. Through out the book the details are consistent. The characters are very well  developed. I connected with Katniss a lot, when she didn't like or trust someone I felt myself disliking them or being wary of them. There is a lot of detail and ""showing"". There is never a dull moment. I instantly connected with Gale too. When Katniss arrives at the Capital it's like I'm right there with her, experiencing her emotions. When she meets Cinna I like him immediately. The book is extremely descriptive. When the characters, places, trains are mentioned I get a picture of what they look like in my head. Another thing I like about the book is the love triangle isn't forced, it's conceivable, realistic. Within the book there is deceit, joy, heartbreak, love, humor, death, all blended together beautifully.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WWI1XSWL2XUF?ASIN=0439023521	Well	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Honestly, I don't understand why Suzanne Collins made Katniss. Katniss is a very unlikeable character. Seriously, who would want their child to look up to a girl who is on the virge of suicide and dispare. And then there is the romance. WAIT- What romance? She says she thinks gale is good looking but then shows no intrest. Then when Peeta says he ""likes"" her, she trys to stab him in the throut. then later on in the series falls i nlove with him. And even there it doesnt seem like she loves him. Then there are the twists. You already know that Katniss and Peeta are going to end up together. Ut what you dont realize is that its all a big show and then you notice that later on peeta doesnt even love her. and then you are confused. does he love her? Does she love him? And a the end of the third book .... it doesnt give you much details does it? I think Suzanne Collins made a harsh mistake writing these three books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VXQCHBGWDOK9?ASIN=0439023521	"Not the ""Young-Adult"" novels of my youth"	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins is set in the US after the country has collapsed and been replaced by Panem and the districts that surround this capital city. Every year, 2 children from each of the 12 districts are required to compete to the death, mainly for the amusement of the residents of the capital, but also to remind the districts that they are under the control of the capital. Katniss is the hero of this story, fighting in place of her sister.<br/><br/>I believe this story is placed in the young adult section mainly because the lead characters are all in their teens. DO NOT let that turn you off reading this novel. It is a fast paced, exciting read. I finished this first novel in 2 days, and forced myself to hold off on buying the next in the series until my vacation. There is some suspense, but if that is what you are looking for, I would go elsewhere. I was after a page-turner and this definitely fit the bill.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQ0XIQSLLDVSP?ASIN=0439023521	fantastic from start to finish	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">First off, I've never been a fan of 1st person, but this book would not feel right if Ms. Collins used anything else. The Hunger Games manages to perfectly blend a coming of age story with a terrifying political nightmare, and Katniss is the perfect vessel as she herself seems to war with her own inhumanity, struggling to understand where she is clearly unable to stand with either side. She is both horrified by the acts of the Capitol, and numbed by it, used to surviving by her own hand.<br/><br/>Hollywood tries to emphasize the love triangle, but people in the Capitol just don't understand. I was three quarters of the way through this story before romance became more than just a way to survive, and Katniss treats this the same way she treats everything else: survive first, think later.<br/><br/>This story is a tour de force, intense and dramatic, human and brutal, and I look forward to picking up Catching Fire.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBYMW4X3SAUKX?ASIN=0439023521	A pre-teen view.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This review is from the thoughts of a pre-teen.  I read the book as a school assignment because I thought I might like it because of the action.  It was really hard to follow in the beginning when they talked about why they have hunger games.  When the action began it got better, but I guess it is not the same as seeing in a movie or on TV.  The theme of the book was a little dark, because I am a boy I like force, but this was scary.<br/><br/>Children fighting until the last one standing really were what stood out in this book.  I think the author trying to make it look like the two main characters were good guys was not good, they did kill.  The coaches who were there to help them figure out how to win were okay.  Then for some reason there is this attempt at adding romance to the book, it did not seem to fit.  I guess I did not like the book, I do not like fantasy, and it is too farfetched, just like this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3F6WE8QYZEHBW?ASIN=0439023521	great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Worth the read. I thought I would actually try to read the book before seeing the movie for once. I'm glad I did. Obviously written for ""kids"" but this is no children's story. A bit fantastical but the pages fly by because the read is so easy. Cast of characters is diverse enough and plot and sub-plots are manageable (I hate flipping pages and re-reading because I missed a tone or other subtle hint). The few times I questioned continuity I discovered I was mistaken. If you want an intellectual journey with a huge cast and plots so complicated you need a note pad to keep it straight... this is not your book. But, if you want to be entertained, let your mind slip to a fantastic futuristic land, root for the underdogs, and enjoy a book that absolutely wont let you stop turning pages.... this is definitely it.  My best advice to you is save the dollar and buy the trilogy ...... if you read one, you will read them all.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R92D1M8V8QIHN?ASIN=0439023521	This book is an ideal read for the airplane, ...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is an ideal read for the airplane, bus, insomnia, etc. because it absolutely flies along drawing me, the reader, into the story and propelling me into the next chapter.  Ms. Collins can be congratulated in taking a surreal situation and making it believable.  The reader accepts  all of the twists and turns of the story.  It reminds me of the first time I read The Hobbit.  However, the plot is quite simple once one removes the embellishments and it changes very little as the book progresses.  The central character ultimately realizes she's supergirl...but we already knew that at the beginning of the story.  The baker's boy never really gets developed as a separate character so his role as the emotional helpmate doesn't quite work.  At the end of the story I had the feeling he needed to get home for the midnight baking shift.  His role as an equal was over.  In any case, lots of open doors for the sequel!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WZ2ODAF1LV47?ASIN=0439023521	hungry for more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well, I'm actually way behind everybody else and am reading this book series after having already watched the movie...<br/><br/>I was surprised but pleased with how the book was written in first person narrative.  The whole premise (although I initially feared a ripoff of the movie ""The Condemned"") is rather intriguing with the nationwide and individual aspects of this futuristic, and yet barbaric, society.  I was a little disappointed that the book ended with Peeta's ""heartbreak""... but I guess it draws me/us into the next book more.<br/><br/>In adapting this book into a movie screenplay, I thought that it was done wonderfully.  The book does a much better job of explaining the mockingjay background and significance.  Of course, it also adds to my reading of the book that I have the images and personalities of the movie actors, too.<br/><br/>I'm looking forward to the next books and movies!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YQGRPUP6O9WD?ASIN=0439023521	Not really suitable for teens	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Other reviews will cover the story, so this is just to focus on the content.  Frankly it's surprising that this is being pitched as a 'kids' book.  While well written and leaving the groundwork for a larger backstory, a large, large amount of this first book is focused on graphic violence that would be more at home in a war movie.  Many scenes almost seem to revel in the graphic nature of the killing.<br/><br/>Particularly disturbing is the portrayal of the casual ease in which kids become enthusiastic killers.  Fans might argue that the desperate situation in the story and the constraints of the state force it, but no, that doesn't explain the empty, detached sense or complete lack of real compassion.<br/><br/>In a world where kid on kid violence is a reality in the daily news, do you really want to portray these behaviors as 'ok?'  Strongly suggest you read this book yourself before getting it for any teen.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7UDWNGD2BTR9?ASIN=0439023521	Whoa	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">All I can say is: WOW.  The Hunger Games is an absolute fantastic novel.  I can't hardly put it into words how amazing this book is.  I first became aware of it, actually, from Stephenie Meyer who mentioned the book on her website (yes, I do occasionally check out Meyer's website!) and was immediately intrigued by the premise.  The plot reminded me a little bit of The Lottery, but adapted superbly.  This type, though its characterized as being for Young Adults and features a lead of 16 years old is written for ANYONE.  If you're someone who, for whatever reason, tends to avoid YA fiction, thinking that it's too simplistic (I'll admit, I once thought that), you can put your mind at ease with this novel.  I basically camped out on my couch and was unable to move until I finished it.  All right, I suppose that's enough gushing for now.  I'll add just one more thing directly to Ms Collins: There better be a sequel.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTIF9JCQ79SZU?ASIN=0439023521	captures the audience	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book captured the imagination with action packed activity and gave us the strong sense of community these players exhibited</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3M7575AVSVQNP?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">there was love and a lot of action I love it. if you can Wright a 5th book I would love to read it<br/><br/>  amazingly awsome</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OEUVJX6WMNIG?ASIN=0439023521	not what you expect	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">you may not understand this book at first. once you get into it though, it is hard to put it down.  it is about  a girl in the future. the world has blown up so now there is only twelve districts  left.  there used to be thirteen districts, but district thirteen rebelled. as a reminder, the capitol made something up called the hunger games. the hunger games is where two kids twelve to eighteen get called to the capitol to fight to the death. in this book you will find a brave girl named Katness Everdeen. even though she is brave she also doesnt always fallow the laws.  who will get picked? will get picked(I already know, but...) will Katniss, will Prim, a younger sister of Katness, of could someone elts. ypu have to read the book to find out.  parents, this is not as inapropret as you  might think. it is full  of loyl people, evil people and geeat skill. dont turn this book down when you get a chance to read it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BUH21WY1M0DS?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If never saw the movie. The book has more detail than the movie. It basically about nearly five hundred years in the future where a new society developed out of the former United States. It tell a  little about its history and a rebelling that cause the start of the hunger games and why. The nation is spilt into 12 or 13 districts where each districts is tasked into one or two major product. If you were born in a region that majored in farming or mining or fishing. That you would do it for your entire life. Travel in basically forbidden between the other districts. And the most of the technology is in the capitol city of this society. Each year they have a form of gladiatorial game that 2 children are choosing from each district. Which they fight to the death which is televised. Which lasted several days. When last  one survived he or she will be the champion their game. And shower in luxury and wealth or life.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27IKDDJTOSC11?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't know what I was getting into when I started reading this book. I forget who recommended it to me but I'm glad they did. I couldn't stop reading, and was quite glad the remaining books in the series were already available so I didn't have to stop at the end of this one. If you only have this book - go ahead and get the other two right now, you'll want them!<br/><br/>I was a bit hesitant to let my 11 year old read this book since I think it shows the emotions and turmoil of the characters so much more than the movie did. Plus the violence of small children fighting for their lives and killing each other in cold blood is disturbing in a way that makes you not stop thinking about it. (This made me worry about the movie too) I did let her read it and she hasn't had nightmares or shown any psychotic tendencies.<br/><br/>I'm glad I read the book before I saw the movie though. The book is much much better!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RF19QKYQ1SDPJ?ASIN=0439023521	So intriguing I couldnt put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Let me put it like this: I read it in 24 hours.  Within the first few pages I was sucked into the furture world of district 12 which not only feels like a future place, but also very primitive at the same time.  This book reminds me somewhat of the Lord of the Flies.  It is survival of the fitest at its core, with a love story intertwined.<br/><br/>The only real gripe I have with the story is the reasoning behind the games.  The games remind people in all of the districts that the Capital is in charge, and these games are a reminder of how much authority the Capital has over its people.  It basically creates fear so that no one will rebell.  But if one of my children were to fight in the Hunger Games, I'd be fighting tooth and nail to get them out of it.<br/><br/>Other than that fact, I very much enjoyed this book and cannot wait to start Catching Fire!  A quick and intense read in which you likely won't be able to put down!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSOV0LCXI5LU1?ASIN=0439023521	Very Good! Can't Wait To Read The Next One	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A few friends recommended this trilogy to me and I was hesitant at first because of one reviewers use of the word ""brutal"" concerning the book. I don't like reading violent material. Reluctantly I gave it a try with the mind-set that if it was too violent I would just stop reading and remove it from my device.<br/>I was pleasantly surprised to find it was not at all what I was thinking. The violence was not descriptive to the point I would even use the word ""brutal"" to describe it. REVIEWERS PLEASE BE CAREFUL WHAT YOU SAY, I ALMOST DIDN'T READ THIS BOOK BECAUSE OF THAT, WHICH HURTS THE AUTHOR'S OPPORTUNITIES TO MARKET HER BOOK TO A WIDER AUDIENCE.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games, to me, focused more on how Katniss trys to survive the game by using her wits rather than the other option. Plus it does have a bit of a love story entwined.<br/><br/>If you are on the fence as I was - give it a try. I think you will be glad you did, I was!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RMBFQN0UFTGY?ASIN=0439023521	One of the best series I've read- bar none	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm 40 yrs old and I resisted reading this series for a while (just like Harry Potter) HUGE MISTAKE (on both counts)  Like many others, I literally could not put these books down.  I bought all 3 books at once and am so happy I did.  I read them all in 4 days.  My husband had to pry the books out of my hands at about midnight every night and force me to go to sleep.  I've already lent them out to someone who also finished all 3 in about 4 days.<br/><br/>They are remarkable.  The story is non stop, the charachters are engaging, and I would find myself thinking about the books all night.  I even had a nightmare one night that I was in the games.<br/><br/>Please do not let the YA category scare you off- quite frankly, I think this is more of an adult series (especially the last book)  it just so happens that the charachters are young.<br/><br/>FANTASTIC!!  Too bad they don't have 10 stars in their rating system...it deserves it!!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R405MDW7MODTZ?ASIN=0439023521	The Book that became a legend!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Welcome to the world of Panem formly America the country is devided into 13 districts (the 13th district before the books timeline). Katniss Everdeen lives in the 12th district (which is known for its coal mines) must face against the odds for her family and district in this si fi tale including mutants romance and freindship. When I first heard about this book I thought I would't like it because at that time I was on a strict Percy Jackson reader diet once I finished Lost Hero the trilogy was already finished so I thought to myself what the hek I will read this book and see how bad it is. Boy was I wrong once I finished with the first chapter I was engulfed in the book I read from 12A.M. to 6A.M. causing my kindle's book light to burn out I know the book is that addicting! With only a few small plot holes which will probably be covered in the sequel (which I'm really exicited to read) I give this book 4 stars</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AT3S3WRUKKHO?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Really enjoyed this book, although it sounded terrible when boyfriend tried to talk me into reading it initially.  ""It's really great, it's about kids who have to go to these ""hunger games"" and either kill or be killed.""  Yuck!!  However, it kept coming up (coworkers, at the bar, etc) and I finally decided to give it a try.  Sucked me in from the first few pages!!  What a quick, great read!!  I liked it so much I went and read the ""Gregor the Overlander"" series too by the same author (it's aimed at a younger audience, and I'm 32, but I liked that one a lot too!!).  My boyfriend was bored at work and read my copy of the Gregor series too, and he also really enjoyed it (and, besides this series, he really doesn't read much, and definitely not children's books - so that supports the fact that Suzanne Collins is a great writer!!  Really an interesting, compelling storyline.  A must read.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R176PWHCJMCUU3?ASIN=0439023521	Absolutely Brilliant!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow, The Hunger Games was an absolutely phenomenal novel. It's kind of a cross between Battle Royale and Lord of the Flies. The characters were all incredibly well written. I can't pick a favorite because I loved them all. Although, I must admit I sobbed like a baby when *SPOILER ALERT* Rue died. I think the concept of The Hunger Games is brilliant, and also a little scary. I could potentially see something like that happening in the distant future. The berries idea near the end of the games was a great idea. It left me completely shocked. I read the book in less than twenty-four hours. It completely captivated me from beginning to end. There was a lot of crazy twists and turns that kept me on the edge of my seat. I really hope that Katniss forms a relationship with Gale that turns out to be more than a friendship sometime before the final book. I can't wait to read book two, and find out what happens next.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SYLTV5SC9ESA?ASIN=0439023521	awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love the book. Amazing job Suzanne Collins. You were amazing. Please please please please please write more books like this. 😃</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YNO89FWOIM41?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book series,  Kept teenagers attention and adults also.  A really well written story that walks the line of Scifi and YA.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34F1TFVBX4D7Y?ASIN=0439023521	great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely loved this book but and was amazed at how much it resembled world hunger.  Would definitely recommend to a friend!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VVOB8SDVN3AX?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was truly incredible, truly inspiring and a tear jerker and the I never saw it coming and now it can't wait to see the movie</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20YGDF3BO7RY1?ASIN=0439023521	I would like a finish	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book that kept me interested all the way until the end.  The ending was not an ending but a come on to buy the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GUU4NCCY6URH?ASIN=0439023521	War And Children	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I bought this book, I thought that it would be a lot of blah! However, the title intrigued me, and I bought it on the Kindle. It has been well formatted on the Kindle.<br/><br/>It took me one or two attempts before I read the book through, but at the end I was hooked. While not in the same powerful genre of a ""1984"", this book does manage to capture the de-humanizing effect of a sort of all seeing power situation, and the effect of war games on children. Since the book has been written in the first person, I knew that the heroine would not die, and that she would survive. However, the almost deadpan style of writing is effective in showing how kids can be completely dehumanized by war. It makes you think of children who are put into this situation in Africa, East Europe, Afghanisatan....<br/><br/>I am not sure why some book stores classify this as a children's book. It goes much deeper than that.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYKHB5CVGKRYX?ASIN=0439023521	"""City of Gold and Lead"" meets ""Survive This!"""	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My 13-year-old daughter found this book completely absorbing. I found the author's post-apocalyptic world a very interesting place, although most of the characters, especially the narrator, seemed a bit shallow. The premise, about a central authority to whom outlying communities must pay tribute in the form of children, reminded me very strongly of John Christopher's YA sci-fi trilogy from 40 years ago. The environment of the Games is a bit like a very brutal and lethal version of Les Stroud's recent television series ""Survive This!"" which pits teenagers against wilderness conditions. Combine these and you get The Hunger Games, where the fighting has been moved from the rulers' city into the ""wilderness"" of the Arena. Bottom line: an enjoyable read, though the YA faction will probably enjoy it more than us jaded OA's. :-) [Update: My 10-year-old son refused to put it down once we convinced him to try it!]</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RS9T49NO6F840?ASIN=0439023521	Absolutely Mesmerizing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I began this book as ""before bed reading.""  It was recommended by Stephenie Meyer's on her website.  I had just finished reading the Twilight series and didn't think I'd find a book that would sweep me away like they had.  WOW WAS I WRONG.<br/><br/>For the first few nights I was able to stop reading to go to sleep.  But once the games began, thank goodness it was the weekend, because I could not put down the book.  Even when I did, I found myself thinking about the characters and trying to plot out what I thought was going to happen next.  I finally fell asleep Saturday night, only because I could not hold my eyes open any longer.<br/><br/>I was woken by my husband as he left for work.  I tried to fall back to sleep, but the book consumed my thoughts.  So, at 6:15am Sunday morning, I flipped on the light and didn't stop reading until I finished the book.  Now I can't wait for the second...and third for that matter!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BFNJU00Z6A0Y?ASIN=0439023521	A piercing arrow into the sad side of human nature.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Although it is only the first book, I can already sense the tragedy from the very beginning. To be strong, to survive, and to be able to love, these good human nature that we take for granted are so brutally turned against each other in front of the choking background of the dark side of humanity soberly laid down by this anti-utopian storyline. Innocence was lost so quietly under the watchful eyes of big brothers, or, even worse, was murdered in helpless screaming ( I could literally hear Rue when she was trapped in the net and speared ).<br/><br/>A good story should reveal something of ourselves, especially the bad side of it. And even when it does give a sign of hope, we should be reminded of one uneasy truth that hope itself is more than often merely a flick of candle flame that CAN be extinguished. This story does just that.<br/><br/>I am looking forward indulging myself into book two and three.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3C9FJBTWZQ4NW?ASIN=0439023521	Enjoyable and interesting novel	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I bought The Hunger Game it was a mistake, even if I was curious about that trilogy, I was kind of suspicious cause the main idea behind the book was the same behind Battle Royal. I was thinking, ok it's a big success but it not seems to have big originality. As I bought it, I had to read it, and it was a good surprise. The work of Suzanne Collins is amazing cause she built a complex and clever background for her ""Battle Royal"" story, quickly I forgot the japanese old cousin of Hunger Games, the character, the development. So yeah I've read better stories and better books, with more original idea but the author of The Hunger Games drove me inside the story, I was hunting with Katniss in District 12, I was lost in the middle of the capitol, I was stressed during the game, I was upset against the capitol... And all that it is all I am looking for in a book.<br/>So Suzanne Collins good job and thank you.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IZKMVM2DLFIL?ASIN=0439023521	Big Brother Takes A New Form	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you found ""1984"" a good read, ""Hunger Games"" takes a different but more realistic approach to the future of civilization. The book caused me to believe that ancient Rome had continued into a future society where gladiator-like games are played in tribute to a central dictatorial government.  The privileged citizens are immune to the required tribute but are able to ""enjoy"" the death games and treat them as our current society treats watching a football game (including betting).<br/><br/>The characters are richly developed into believable people with different motivations to achieve victory.  There is enough detail created about their lives without creating long boring passages.  The end of the book is only the beginning of the second in the trilogy, and it left me with the need to immediately download the second book to continue the saga.  In my opinion, this is a MUST read for most ages (13 &amp; up).</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1X3WEMBLLUA4U?ASIN=0439023521	death race meets survivor	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">after reading half a dozen free kindle books and finally being disappointed with the level of writing, i turned to Suzanne Colins to pull back into the world of dedicated literally artists.<br/><br/>her visuals are astounding from the beaten down districts to glam and grandiose of the capitol finally the harshness of the games, you are truly seeing through the eyes of Katniss.<br/><br/>raw emotions, character develop with even minor characters  and a story that envelops you into the frenzy. i caught myself saying, whats katniss' first kill going to be like! i must know! lol<br/><br/>if any negative its the wait for the movie in march. ive grown such a fond attachment to Katniss and gang that id go nuts if they interpret it as twilight with real bloody fights. katniss and peeta with gale at home worries me on how lionsgate will portray it. collins being part of the writing team might keep the frantic mood intact.<br/><br/>on to book 2!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OWLKFWLR2AXA?ASIN=0439023521	Post-Apocalyptic Teen Fiction At It's Best!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was one of the first ones in a long time that I could not put down!  As soon as I started reading I had to devour every word as soon as I could!  I haven't felt this way about a book series since Harry Potter.  The writing style of Suzanne Collins is very easy to follow, yet she puts in the right amount of details for me.  Closing your eyes, you could see the people and action that was taking place.  But, alas, you have to open you eyes to be able to finish!<br/><br/>At certain points of the book I could feel my heart beating, actually scared for the characters.  I laughed, I cried, I hungered for more after the first book of the series was over.  I NEEDED to know how it ended.  I felt tense for the next two days until the next in the series arrived.  I have loaned out my copy to 5 people, all ages, that have loved it just as much as me.  This book will be loved by everyone from 13 to 100!<br/><br/>Love!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R394702Z3GB8ZK?ASIN=0439023521	An Author Critiques	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins has successfully combined a highly emotional story (love, familial responsiblity, anger, resentment and desperation) with a terrific adventure, all set in a believable world where America has fallen under the grip of a brutal caste dictatorship. Any student of history will recognize the slide down from a democratic country to a totalitarian one, and the population control measures any dictatorship uses.<br/>Although written for young adults, the book is good reading for any age teen and above. It is well-written, although the sentence structure appears aimed at a teen audience. Overall, excellent, with great characters and believable motivations and action at all levels.<br/>A unique aspect of the book is the strong female lead represented by Katniss. For a young female audience, she represents a good role model despite the violence she utilizes to survive.<a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Mongoose/dp/B006O2G6HY"">Mongoose</a></span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2V61IO7UMS2NV?ASIN=0439023521	Exciting, Gripping adventure for the old and young alike.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read the book knowing that it was  going to be better than the film, as most books with movie renditions are in the first place. What I was  not expecting was  for other  to be a whole different  ending in addition to elements to the book which were not in the film. It has all the characteristics of a good story: Romance, action, drama, adventure and humor. I will highly recommend it to anyone who has seen the movie an  enjoyed it, or just looking for a compelling next book to read. It reminds me of the Harry Potter books in the same way that both are easy to get drawn in and good for people who say they do not like reading. Although if you are looking for a challenging book, this is not it. More targeted towards the young adult/teen audience or the young at heart and mind. There was really nothing to dislike and everything to enjoy about  this book. I hope you enjoy reading it as much as I did. :-)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNM20O2VTQ2JU?ASIN=0439023521	"If You Love ""Survivor"", You'll Love This"	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book came highly recommended to me, so I had expectations that this would be a great book.  It wasn't.  But, it told the story it set out to as well as I could have expected.<br/>And I couldn't put the book down, but I still didn't care for it.<br/>In Panem, a country in North America after other countries have vanished, there are 12 districts and a Capital.  There once were 13 districts, but the citizens of that area rebelled and were destroyed by the Capital.  To keep people in line, and to force them to remember what the Capital can do, once a year there are Hunger Games, where two youths from each district - one boy and one girl - aged 12 -18 are selected to participate in a game where there can only be one person living at the end.<br/>The story is both suspenseful and predictable at the same time.  But ultimately, it was absurd.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BYWI0OFBZRA9?ASIN=0439023521	Wow!  What a surprise!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I selected this book since the entire series is on the top book list for 2011.  I THOUGHT I was going to read something light due to it being a young adult book.  Was I wrong!!  While it was definitely a fast read, it was due to the fact I could not put this down.  The book is a little dark for young readers though the violence is limited (but very realistic and appropriate for the setting) and romance is kept at young love and no sex (after all the heroine is a young girl).  This book is about survival and learning about yourself when your life is turned upside down.  The characters are not the one-dimensional type...they have flaws as well as strengths.  If you haven't read this book because you think it's a kid's book. think again.  I highly recommend this to anyone who wants to read a good book about young people who live in terrible conditions where only inner strength must be found to survive.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMXDWQXBXNSK0?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent!! Love this whole series! Read it over and over again! Also love the movies and looking forward to Mockingjay part 1</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20PQBGU7SJI5T?ASIN=0439023521	good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The staff is comfortable and fit，i am very satisfied! Delivried on time and the package is nice and easy to open.High quality!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RV6QN6PPJE4WY?ASIN=0439023521	Great story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A great story of beating the odds and then the real work begins. Will they ever find true happiness. KEEP READING to find out.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12ACOR2TM9WDM?ASIN=0439023521	yay.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger games is a great book it is an action,  comedy, and a little bit of chick flick. It is an amazing book you will like it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6QDTTYVDGWV8?ASIN=0439023521	glad I decided to read the book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Much better than the movie! I can't wait to read the rest. Highly recommend the read. Half way through I couldn't put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQ42MM4JAMAZ8?ASIN=0439023521	captivating!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Such a fantastic book! Although it took some time to draw me in, once I got to the heart of the book I couldn't stop reading!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ID74S17B014?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book I can't wait to read books two and three,.. to continue the thrill of the story line.. I absolutely loved it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RAH0B50S3QB7E?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had seen the movie but I got a true understanding by reading the book. Very well written. I can wait to read the second one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9MZ8JEUZDRG4?ASIN=0439023521	Cisco	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">That's disks fjxgxfvxxchmyhf disks flag Kafka today risks eggs where shots fly traffic smosh down shall tags Kafka hands risks</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1825T9H31YXGN?ASIN=0439023521	Finally time to sleep!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thoroughly enjoyed reading the first book and couldn't go to sleep tonight until I finished. Ready to start Book 2 tomorrow-</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KAFMFIFSU0TK?ASIN=0439023521	YA has never been for me but I LOVED the entire series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The first book grabbed me in very quickly which is a must with me. I hate to read books that are so slow to get to the good stuff because you have to go through so much boring background information in order to understand what is going on so this book was perfect for me. I've never been a fan of YA books bc they tend to be so PG rated but the story was so wonderful that I didn't even care. Not much romance going on and there wasn't any hardcore violence going on but enough of both to keep me interested. Don't get me wrong though, there was plenty of PG-13 rated violence going on that you don't have to be a YA to like it. The story of Catniss' world and her life were simply amazing. I'm sad that there is no more books to the series but it ended perfectly. I hope I can find another series soon that is even half as good as this one. Thank you Suzanne Collins for sharing Catniss' story with the world.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JEI6JDFJ449W?ASIN=0439023521	Only the Strong Survive	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have just finished reading all three hunger games, but would have to say the first book was my favorite. It is a captivating, thrilling adventure from the get go. Suzanne Collins tugs at your emotions as she pulls you into every twist and turn you take with Katniss Everdeen. I think the first book in The Hunger Games Trilogy makes you connect most with the characters as you learn most about who they are and where they come from before entering the battle field. I almost felt like I was part of the capitol as I watched the games unfold and cheer on those you wanted to survive and others you wanted to die in the games. The combination of love, power, and survival brings together a remarkable piece of literature that has clearly captivated thousands of readers. I strongly suggest reading all of The Hunger Games books. Get ready for the roller coaster of a ride you will be taken on through each one.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VYI4U5CPO067?ASIN=0439023521	ONE OF THE BEST SERIES'	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is about 12 districts that are controlled by the capital who are very bad and evil. Katniss Everdeen (main character) lives with her sister and her mom and has to work hard to take care of them with her friend gale. But every year the capital hosts a event called the hunger games. The capital takes one boy and one girl from each district and has them fight on live TV. Katniss gets in because she volunteers for her beloved sister. And Peeta who likes her gets chosen too. Throughout the games there are a lot and i mean A LOT of twists and turns. There are three books in the series and if you think the first is good well wait until you read the second if u think thats good wait till u read the third. this series is good for all ages including adults because its gory and other stuff...but I'm 12 and read it with all my friends too so its a kids book too. Once i stayed up till 11 reading : )</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R116GRK9NAK31J?ASIN=0439023521	A very difficult and disturbing read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I decided to read this book after my daughter and her family read it and seemed enthralled with it.  Like quite a few of the reviewers - I found the book extremely disturbing.  Maybe because I'm older and know some history - the idea that our world could possibly come to this state of affairs is very frightening indeed.  The reviewer who mentioned the major flaw - people - especially parents - allowing this kind of thing to continue is a very valid point.  However, past history teaches that things we wouldn't think are possible have happened - the gladiators, for example.  The other thing I find confounding, is that this seems to be geared to young people!  Had I read this book as an adolescent or teenager - I would have been traumatized to the point of not being able to sleep!  To me, a sad commentary on society today that we are willing to accept this as entertainment - even if it just fiction.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWVRLDFKLZ7FJ?ASIN=0439023521	mid evil tale meets blade runner meets gladiator	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What stands out for this book is the imagination of the world Collins created. It is part mid evil arthurian tale, part blade runner and part gladiator all at once. You would think that could not work, but it does. The flexibility of placing the story in the future allows Collins to weave in unexpected things in, which might have been jarring, but it works the same way magic is use in the Harry Potter universe.<br/><br/>By far the strongest element of the book is the emotionally complex character and situation Collins creates.<br/><br/>Who do you trust?  Who is your ally?  What is the smartest way to play an impossible situation that the characters are forced into?<br/><br/>Each turn of events creates even more complex situation that if judge wrong can be fatal.<br/><br/>And most importantly who are the winners?<br/><br/>Like in war, can there really be a winner when you are a pawn in a game you never wanted to play in the first place?</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVAFJOPYTKRUM?ASIN=0439023521	Incredible and enthralling	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger Games reminded me how much I love to read, specifically, how much I loved to read when I was a young adult. The world that's created by Suzanne Collins acts as an interesting introduction to dystopian literature for young adult youth (reminscent of Margaret Atwood, etc). I couldn't put it down once I started, and promptly ordered the second and third book within the week. This is an incredible series, with a lot of great and provoking themes for youth to pick up on and adults to appreciate. There's romance, there's questions of morality, and it challenges us as readers to wonder, what would you do in this kind of world? What's right and what's wrong? As Katniss questions her own morals and choices, you can't help but join her, and I believe this is such an important thing for a book to do for its readers. Which is why I adore this series and highly recommend it to anyone who likes to read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IDNG8KH2HX2Q?ASIN=0439023521	"""The Hunger Games 'Takes No Prisoners"	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I chose ""The  Hunger Games""  because I had enjoyed the film, and because it was available as a Kindle Prime selection, after being  on The Best Sellers list for a year. Although I am not a teenager, and can not identify with the competition for survival that the main characters endured, the writing captivated me, and I felt admiration and compasssion for Katniss, the teenage heroine of this tale of a future society in which killing for sport is an annual event, pitting candidates from varying degrees of wealth from diverse districts to wage a war of survival of the fittest while being played out for a world-wide  audience, similar to  our intense reality shows.  This combination of a society gone psycho and a strong yet sensitive female role model was hypnotic.  I look forward to reading the sequel. since there are unanswered questions about Katniss and the two male figures in her life.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FQNU92F635DS?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent book- buy it NOW, and go ahead and order the next two.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I just finished this book, and it was absolutely amazing.  I wasn't sure that I would like it because I'm not always into dystopic books, but this book had action, romance, and challenged my thinking and reasoning as well.<br/><br/>I think that the main character, Katniss, has a well-developed personality.  She is strong, but not all tomboy.  I also love that she has flaws.  She makes bad judgments of both situations and people, but she never lets her failures disable her.  I wish that there was more about her friend Gale- perhaps that comes in book two.<br/><br/>This is a must read for everyone who enjoys reading, and, like Harry Potter, I would expect that even aliterate people would get something out of this book.  I have book two coming from the library in a few days, and needless to say, I can't wait!  I have heard that book two has a serious cliffhanger at the end, though!  I give this book 5 stars.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TOL6QX8AH1J6?ASIN=0439023521	Nice, scary, but nice	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is great. I couldn't put it down. It's suspenseful and exciting but doesn't lose itself to the action and-perhaps most shocking-there's no dirty language and (other than violence) ""adult themes"".<br/>Plot: 4/5 Good, high stakes plot with a twist and a complicated romance.<br/>Characters: 5/5 Katniss is a great, likable but dangerous protagonist and the supporting characters are well fleshed out.<br/>Setting: 5/5 Never seen anything quite like it. An arena, which is completely controlled by the antagonist, but which you can't leave. More broadly, this is dystopian.<br/>Writing Style: 4/5 Surprisingly, this book was pretty clean. The only down side is the author has a passion for short, choppy sentences and hyphens, which sometimes int-erupt the flow.<br/>Total: 18/20 A good, nonstop action read which will stay on the shelves for quite some time. Sadly, the sequels aren't as good.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Z9MW5TSCVI9Y?ASIN=0439023521	One of the best in a long time...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Let's face it. There are a lot of crappy books out there, especially of late. The advent of e-books, which while excellent in the ability to get new authors exposure in numbers previously only achieved by ""super authors"", unfortunately opens the market to a flood of bad and mediocre writers the same way American Idol has revealed to us a plethora of people who just thought they could sing. Not that I am any kind of expert. But from an avid reader's standpoint, one who gets to read much more seldom than she would like, this is one of the best books I have read in a long time. The storytelling is quick and efficient but in a good way. It adds an element of truth to the story. The characters are well developed but not overly so. It moves you along in a ""I can't stop this ride but I really don't want to"" kind of way. I truly cannot wait to start the next book to see where the story goes from here!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVQ00SUPT4UG4?ASIN=0439023521	Troubling future	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Layout was good on the Kindle and easy to read. The book was well written and made me feel I was there with the action. The way the story flowed and brought all the smaller stories together to form the whole was well done. My only complaint was the obsession of the author with nudity. Katniss becomes naked on several occasions throughout the book and rarely registers any self-consciousness at being viewed by adult men. That contributes nothing to the story line and is unnecessary. I appreciated the lack of profanity. The author was able to tell a good tale without taking that low road. Having seen the movie first, it was interesting to see how faithful to the book the movie succeeded in being. The tenderness and affection between Katniss and Rue was endearing and was better developed in the book. It appeared that Rue reminded Katniss of her sister Prim and served as a connection to her family.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OPXNXKHT8YJE?ASIN=0439023521	Best Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">For me this was the best book of all times. It can be a little graphic, so young children should not read it in my opinion. But kids from age 16 and up would enjoy it. I have read the whole series twice. I had a hard time putting the book down once it got going. It pulls at the heart strings but also gives the person reading the need for survival. Do you go after the packs and weapons in the center or do you do what your mentor says and run as far as you can and find water. Do you play along with the other tribute in your district or do you go off by yourself. Do you team up with someone from another district or do you continue to play by yourself. Would you do everything in your power to stay alive... even kill another person if that meant you get to go home.<br/><br/>I would also recommend to read the other two books.<br/><br/>HAPPY HUNGER GAMES AND MAY THE ODDS BE EVER IN YOUR FAVOR!!!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUUT055BL50DG?ASIN=0439023521	Very entertaining, but ultimately forgettable	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is addictive; I couldn't put it down because I had to know what was to happen next.  Ultimately though, as many have pointed out, the book is something of a pot-luck of other stories - 1984, brave new world, running man... It is a testament to Ms. Collins' story telling ability that she can take old ideas and make them exciting again.  Overall, these are entertaining books that do lack some originality, and suffer from some logical inconsistencies.  Why would a culture that has developed forcefields and hovercrafts with cloaking mechanisms depend on coal as an energy source?  The incorporation of genetically enhanced 'Mutts' is unnecessary and I found that this element took me OUT of the story.  If you are looking for a quick entertaining series of novels, these are for you.  If you are looking for a deep geniune introspection into the darker elements of human nature, look elsewhere.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R383CT2WS9BPV1?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING. Read it, you will be addicted.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Warning: this book is highly addictive. I could not put it down. You'll read it through in one sitting. Well written book, you'll get really attached to the characters you love, and hate the bad guys. One of my favorite books, I recommend it to everyone I know; that being said, it's not for the weak stomached..this book DOES have mature situations, dealing with death, fight for survival, and violent murder..etc. I wouldn't give it to a really young person. The whole premise of the story is set in a country that forces two kids from every district to kill each other every year, while the whole country watches. It's a sick thing that is glorified by the rich and powerful and government; there are the majority of the everyman that see it for what it is, and hate it. So, there is really no dispute in the book, as to whether its right or wrong. Which is good, but still theres need for discretion.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCVOOFD8GQIVG?ASIN=0439023521	The Best Book have read in years	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Such a good book! I love the romance between Katniss and Peeta. The beginning of a war. The Capital is angry. Best book ever!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DWU15IFD96TU?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">love the tone, space and depth of the characters and situation. going back to read it again. it's an up-all-night page turner</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SZIAB7P9VNMK?ASIN=0439023521	awesome book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Better than the movie.  But they always are.  Riveted from the first page.  Couldn't put nut down.  Worth the time and money.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MCEJXXO65EY7?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you like we'll paced, well written novels, you will love this book. Once you pick it up, you will not want to put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2592HELT4MRCK?ASIN=0439023521	Very good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie before reading the book and the book was much better. I highly recommended this read. I couldn't put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ESWR4I4XEIAZ?ASIN=0439023521	I Loved the Hunger Games Trilogy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">For a couple of years I avoided The Hunger Games book and movie. I thought it would be like ""Lord of the Flies,"" which I had read in college and found distressing and depressing. I'm not sure why I decided to read the first book but by the second chapter I was hooked. I was surprised and pleased to find there were two sequels. I needed to find out what happened to Katniss, Peeta, and their world. I sped through all three books and have watched the movie twice. I found Katniss' bravery and survival instincts captivating. I could feel the confusion and need she felt in her relationship with Peeta. And I thought the symbolism and metaphors within the story, of a country's fight agains crass indifference and tyranny, were profound. I was happy I decided to read them on Kindle. I was able to download the sequels fast - maintaining steady momentum through the addictive plot and its events.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SFBIOLV06OOG?ASIN=0439023521	For The Most Part, A Riveting Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was my first read on my new Kindle, and I have to say it was very enjoyable.  The pages flew by, and it did not take more than the first 10-15 minutes to become absorbed in the story.  To be honest, this genre would not normally be something I would read, and I was slightly mortified when I discovered its target audience was teenage girls (ha-ha).  I only selected it because it was the most popular on Amazon.<br/><br/>But even with those ""disadvantages"", I was still totally absorbed and gave this a solid 4 1/2 stars.  Collins can really put you visually in the scene very well.  I found the plot to be compelling, but I did think that the ""change"" allowing 2 ""winners"" seemed a little bit contrived.  And I thought the ending came across as a bit abrupt, although I would say it was effective at positioning the sequel.  All of that said, I am still looking forward to reading Catching Fire.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30JBQ9HNQ0D2S?ASIN=0439023521	I read this straight through, couldn't stand to put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">""...Stephen King's quote on the cover of the edition I have pretty much sums up my own thoughts about this book - I absolutely hated when I did have to put the book away for boarding and migrating between gates and terminals. The more I read, the more I needed to know what was about to happen next, and I was never disappointed. With books that end up with as much hype as The Hunger Games has, it's always a concern of mine that it won't live up to the praise, but Collins absolutely delivers with this one. I'm really bummed out that the other two books are sold out in the edition I need to match the one I have of this, because I don't want to wait to get more of the story. I love the unsettling world Collins has created in Panem, and the characters who inhabit it...""<br/><br/>For complete review, please visit me at Here Be Bookwyrms on Blogger:<br/><br/>herebebookwyrms dot blogspot dot com</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MVX6DKT63UW8?ASIN=0439023521	Riveting from begining to end	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I picked this book up not expecting to love it as much as I did. It's been so over-hyped (almost as much as the Twilight books, which I still haven't read yet), that I figured it was bound to disappoint. Much to my surprise, the book pulled me in from the very first page and I could hardly put it down. I ended up reading it in just a few hours, and now can't wait to get my hands on the sequel.<br/><br/>Although it's billed as YA, I think adults will find it just as enjoyable. It is an intense read, but, although violent, it's not  overly bloody or gory (IMO). The romance triangle aspect is a little cheesy (again, just IMO), but I'm sure that's something that will appeal to the teenage crowd that this book is mostly geared towards. If not for the romancy stuff, I probably would've rated this a 5/5. All in all, I thought it was a highly entertaining and great read, and I will be reading the sequels.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MOCPFHEV5UN6?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie before reading the book and it made things more interesting. I'm a big fan of the movie but also of the book. The movie skips over a lot of the details that give you a clearer picture of the characters backgrounds. The book makes each character stand out in their own unique way. For example, Katniss's dad is barely mentioned in the movie but in the book, he plays a small role in her motivations. The book is so well written in the first person that you feel like Katniss in the games. Her thoughts, her past, everything. It paints a great picture as to the atmosphere of the arena and her world. Suzanne Collins is a great author in the way she writes. There were points that I couldn't put this down because I was hooked and had to read on! I recommend this book to anyone who is a fan of the movie or likes reading about fictional adventure. I look forward to reading Catching Fire.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VJK5FPRNKOEE?ASIN=0439023521	Riveting!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games had me completely riveted from the first line to the last.<br/><br/>It's a really novel idea, a fine depiction of what can happen if reality shows ever go too far.<br/><br/>Despite me knowing that it's this fact which I should have been focusing on, I truly got involved in the Games. I found myself rooting for our heroine, Katniss Everdeene, wishing her competitors dead, wishing she would kill them, and truly hoping that she would win.<br/><br/>As to Katniss herself, she's a bit of an enigma. She sometimes comes across as the tempestuous, temperamental teenage girl that she is, and often does completely unpredictable, irrational, and illogical things. Other times she's cool, calm and collected; a true survivor.<br/><br/>She's a truly interesting character, and I'd love to play someone like her in a tabletop role playing game. She seems as though she was made for it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FW0GM8XU885C?ASIN=0439023521	Refreshing, Awesome and keeps you wanting for More!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm really not into ""post-apocalyptic"" fiction. I's hard to get me into author's new version of the world. But in this case, you keep following the characters, so human, tragic, fun, loyal and doubtful, that I fell without noticing into the arena with Katniss and Peeta. Is one of those books you just cant put down once started.<br/><br/>Katniss is not my favorite character, is Peeta. Knowing him through the eyes of Katniss along the fear, the unknown world of the capitol, the Hunger Games Marketing!, the cross-romance strategy; you can't do anything but love his kindness, devotion and love - even if Katniss only identify them as part of the game.<br/><br/>They are another characters that balance the cruelty of the Capitol. Katniss prep team adds a hilarious touch. Haymitch become a real mentor and friend.<br/><br/>The end really makes you crave for more and more. I'm gonna devour the complete trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QJMRLPI1MIL8?ASIN=0439023521	Buy this book!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book so much that I can’t stop reading it over and over. The book is called The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins. It  has every thing a book needs: it has suspense, action, romance, and betrayal. This book Is the best book in the world. I had to buy the other two books in the series, Catching Fire, and Mocking Jay. I saw the first movie and can’t wait to see the second movie, that is how much I love this series. I would recommend this book to any one who likes action books. If I had to summarize the plot of this book in three sentences, I would say that the plot is to win the games or die trying. If you win, that means fame and fortune. Losing means certain death. My opinion of the book is that if you read it  you won’t want to stop reading all 374 pages. I read the first book in 1 day and it was so good that I begged my Grandma to buy the second book the first day it came out.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IOHR3ATM1HDG?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's a story about post-apocalypse era where children between the age of 12-18 are chosen to fight in a competition entitled The Hunger Games where they have to kill each other in order to survive. Main characters are Katniss Everdeen and Peeta Mellark. The story line is (sort of) exactly the same as in the movie but personally, I prefer reading the book as it has more details about what Katniss thinks, other scenes and a few other characters that you would not be able to find in the film. I believe that it is beautifully written and portrayed but I made sure that I had a dictionary next to me while I was reading throughout the book. Maybe it's just me because English isn't my first language but even my friends who were born in an English-speaking community did not understand a few words like seam, acridid, urn and apotheracy. But overall, language wise, not words, it is one good book. =)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3EGWK1X7KWIGQ?ASIN=0439023521	A Magnificent Ride into a Futuristic World	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This lovely piece of artistic fantasy is set in a world that may someday be more real than not.  It will grab you from page one to the final sentence.  It is the story of a country ripped apart by hunger, disease, war and class conflict.<br/><br/>The nation is divided into Districts, with each one producing its own special commodity.  Beautiful and inventive Katniss from District 12 becomes part of an annual ritual that selects, through a lottery, children from each district who will fight each other to the death so as to please the upper class of the rich and privileged.<br/><br/>It is at once a gripping thriller, and a gentle story of love unrequited.  It comes with fantasy critters, both benign and not so benign.  It is a story that will be hard to forget.  I can't wait until the sequel comes to Kindle.<br/><br/>I highly recommend this magnificent ride into a future that may be closer than we think.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RY1IQZM2NU0QG?ASIN=0439023521	A good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is an interesting tale of a post-apocalyptic world in which a dictatorship has risen in place of the eastern portion of the United States.  This new country is comprised of 12 districts and a capitol.  Life in the districts is markedly different from life in the Capitol.  The districts serve the capitol and control is maintained by rationing of food and by means of an annual ""to the death"" competition in which a male and female competitor from each district is selected by lottery.  The book follows a young woman, Katniss Everdeen, as she tries to survive this brutal competition.<br/><br/>This novel is a fun read. It certainly kept my attention.  I originally bought the hardback version and, when I finished it, I had to run out to get book 2 because I really wanted to know what happened next.  I bought the Kindle version because my daughter wanted to read it right then.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTEXWDU1HQOCK?ASIN=0439023521	Literally stayed up all night reading it to the end!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is the true definition of a page turner. It is full of action, suspense, friendship, and romance. It is an entertaining, as well as disturbing book with a plot set in the not so distant future where the US as we know it has collapsed and a new country, ""Panem"" has taken it's place. The ""Hunger Games"" is an arena style event where 24 kids aged 12 to 18 literally fight to the death on a televised event that the government of Panem requires citizens to watch. Katniss Everdeen, the main protagonist, faces lethal challenges, as well as heart breaking experiences. As soon as I picked this book up I could not put it down. The interaction I had with this book, constantly hoping Katniss, as well as her friends, would survive to the end, made it all the more enjoyable. I strongly recommend it to all audiences that appreciate a good  action-packed thriller mixed with some romance.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SOMWA7GAMUZB?ASIN=0439023521	Need books 2 and 3	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I just finished reading this book. At the end I gaped a bit at the fact I had run out of pages, then I sat the book down and logged right on to amazon to buy the next two.<br/><br/>Hunger Games really is a captivating story, with a world detailed enough to draw you in, even though the world your being drawn into is a gruesome one. As brutal as the games are, as the deaths are, you never forget that they are being watched, some sick capital citizen is finding all of this entertaining. Katniss is truly an exceptional protagonist, I can help but think how lost I would be if thrown into the Hunger Games. In deed I get the feeling some of the tributes didn't expect to survive the duration but just wanted to put off death as long as possible.<br/><br/>I haven't seen the movie, but just from the first book, I don't think it can live up to the greatness. I still watch it though, eventually.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21Q6N5F4YIK5L?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't know what to write because it won't let me finish my book without me doing this so...yeah. Thnyjjmuijtgvedcrfuikjtrc</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RT8SSBOWMW493?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">much more in depth characters than the movie. fastest page turner I've had in years. great symbolism as well. very fun book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FFHPOMFAXYXE?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very good for young readers. Great thriller. How could the awesome thriller get even better. Love this awesome book. AMAZING</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PMMT854RETDI?ASIN=0439023521	Great Trilogy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">An extremely fantastic series which the first two movies very closely followed. I am very much anticipating the final movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1R639DRXQY3VP?ASIN=0439023521	great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Super easy transaction. Great way to buy kindle books thru Amazon. Fast, simple and cheap. Great story and highly recommend.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19YUAP6RXQAEC?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wasn't really sure about getting this boom but am really glad I did!  Thoroughly enjoyed it and intend to get the next one!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R185Z2TNIG0JQV?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book has reignited a flame for reading within me! The detail and emotion I saw and felt were incredible! Fantastic read!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UAYR9P72W46D?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games Trilogy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I started reading the Hunger Games Trilogy to decide if it would be appropriate to take my nine year old daughter to see the movie ... more on this later.<br/><br/>The plot of the story is good; but I wouldn't say it is excellent. Where all three books excel is in the characters. Collins creates extremely realistic and believable characters. In fact, I cannot remember the last book I've read (and I read a lot) with as well developed characters as in the Hunger Games.<br/><br/>Having read all three books I decided the themes covered were a bit too disturbing for a nine year old, either to read or see in the movie (although I am not totally sure about this, but decided to err on the side of caution). Having said that, I think the Hunger Games would make an excellent book for high school students (13+) to study.<br/><br/>Overall the series is fantastic, and thoroughly recommended.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MJZ8X0KBZXUM?ASIN=0439023521	I loved this book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had never even heard of this book that had taken the Young Adult world by storm until I saw the movie trailer. I love that type of social science fiction so I looked into it and discovered the book, yeah.. i was a little behind. With all the hype behind it I was didn't get my hopes up but I was happily surprised. From the very first sentence I was captivated. The writing style is simple(remember its for YA) yet poignant. I was also pleased as a women to read about such a strong female protagonist. Often when you have a female hero lead she is still very girly and perfect so it was refreshing to have such a solid, yet humanly flawed, real female hero. The story is riveting, and once you actually get to the ""games"" you will not be able to put the book down, you will worry for your beloved main characters and wish you could help them. Thats how powerful the writing and the story are.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRQKN2EODY8UL?ASIN=0439023521	I CAN'T WAIT TO READ ALL THE BOOKS IN THIS SERIES!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Let me start by saying I didn't enjoy the movie, so I was hesitant to read the book. I obviously watched the movie before I read the book and found the movie so confusing I swore I wasn't going to read the book, but seeing as I purchased the book before I watched the movie, I begrudgingly started reading it. Guess what? I absolutely loved the book! I can't wait to read the second and third books in this magnificent series. One chapter into ""The Hunger Games"" and I was riveted. Every spare minute I could find was spent immerging myself into this masterpiece. Currently, I am team Peeta, but we'll see if I still feel the same after reading the other two books. I'm definitely going to watch the movie again since I now fully understand the story and the characters' background. I can't believe it took me so long to read this. I'm awed and impressed. Suzanne Collins, you have another fan!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7THKX936730N?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have to tell you that I have ALWAYS been a person that has never taken an interest in reading, even in school I was forced to read (and HATED it). I have tried everything to find interest in reading.....My sister's all read and enjoy it and I never have found an area that I was interested in. I saw Twilight and was hooked read all the books and reread them. Then I see the ad to this Movie Hunger Games (and I am thinking are you serious this is so not something I want to see, kids killing kids) but I have to say the movie was amazing and it hooked me. Read this one and the other 2 and LOVED them more then the movie. The book has details that the movie left out and I have to say for the first time in my life, the book was better than the movie. I am reading and could not be happier to share my review, read the books you will not be disappointed. The second book I felt was the best.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1AJICN1GUFPTV?ASIN=0439023521	Againt All Odds	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This series must be read in order. This is the first book.<br/><br/>Katniss is a rebel at heart but she just does not realize it. She sees her rule breaking just as a means to an end... Survival. Hunting is just what she does to keep her family fed not as an act of defiance. With an indomitable will and an unbreakable spirit she she shocks the world with her volunteering to take her younger sister's place as Tribute. Noone from a regular district has voluntarily gone as a Tribute to the Hunget Games in her life as far as she knows... That is far too altruistic. Will she survive long? How will she live with herself if she does win?<br/><br/>***This series is suitable for mature young adult through adult readers who like a little horror and brutality in their scifi post post apocalyptic survival action adventure coming of age stories with alot of anarchy and a dash of romance :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IKN0PLI6OQB2?ASIN=0439023521	Well written story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Quick read with lots of excitement. As always, the book is better than the movie.  Well written story line keeps you going.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3U1EIAM6W4DV7?ASIN=0439023521	A Fantastic Original Idea.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My favorite of the three books. Of course, better than the movie. Although, the movie description is why I started reading.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VT4L1ZQ6UWI7?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved the book. So many more details than the movie.<br/><br/>Couldn't put down the book.I have to watch the movie again.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJUHLTZNPQX1M?ASIN=0439023521	Gripping!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had to read the book after seeing the movie. Now I wish I had read this beforehand!!! Loved it. I am on to the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JUU0ITU4YWI7?ASIN=0439023521	Enjoyable Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book held my interest and was an enjoyable read.  However when I was done, I didn't feel the better for having read it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ARDSAGLQDQ1E?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I would recommend this book to everyone! Really a great story, it keeps you wanting more! I just could not stop reading it!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLD8SLNFFANGJ?ASIN=0439023521	The best book I've read in years	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's been several months since I finished this book, but each time it catches my eye on the shelf I'm immediately pulled back into the suspense and drama that this book unleashed.  This book is not for the faint of heart, as the action and story are brutally realistic.  It's not gory by any means, but try not to get too attached to any of the characters, because the story centers on a fight to the death between 24 teen-aged combatants.  When you start to read this make sure you have plenty of time available, because you will not want to put it down.<br/><br/>Without a doubt, this is one of the most suspenseful books I've ever read.  It's unpredictable, and you will have no idea how it is going to end until you finish.  Even writing this review I can feel my muscles tensing as I'm drawn back into this world.  I have to stop typing now, because I fear another contestant might hear me.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XFIGSPSDELJA?ASIN=0439023521	Engaging with moral ambiguity	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thoroughly enjoyed this book, and its sequels.I found that she captured the essence of the moral ambiguity that life offers.Her characters,while engaging, live in shades of grey.Unlike Harry Potter- while extremely engaging- the morally expected outcome is not cast in stone.Characters are flawed- seriously so- and the hook is complex: her characters are both compelling and flawed.And isn't that life? While directed at a teen audience I found these books to be not just palatable but riveting to an older audience- we are engaged because we have ( many of us) observed,first hand, the complexities and ambiguities of our lives and decisions.I heartily recommend these books- these are not Twilight- (porno bland) but these serve I believe to challenge us with important question couched in a drama palatable to all: why are we here? what is true? and what,fundamentally,do I stand for?</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DCK0UCX87WHL?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I found this novel to be excellent in several ways. I enjoyed the story line itself and found myself looking at the various political entities as symbolic of current day political systems, as well as the obvious allusion to ancient Rome. The plot development, particulary the way Ms. Collns hooks the reader in at the end of each chapter, made me want to keep reading and not put the book down. (I crave books that do that!) Plot elements, such as light and dark imagery and foreshadowing added a nice, deeper literary dimension. The character development, particularly of Katniss, was fun to observe. Ms. Collins was able to keep portrying her as an innocent 16 year old girl despite a plot that could easily have turned her into a much less sympathetic character. Katness, the flawed, reluctant, self-doubting hero plays very well with the reader because so many of us can relate to it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3B1LU33T9FRGS?ASIN=0439023521	A good read for teens and adults.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Ages 12 and up.<br/><br/>Katniss, a young girl in a dystopian future has taken her sister's place in the Hunger Games, sort of a mix of Shirley Jackson's Lottery and King's the Running Man.  In the Hunger Games, she is placed in an arena and must be the last survivor of similarly aged kids.  If she wins, a life of leisure awaits her and her family back in her home.  If she loses, death.<br/><br/>Katniss is a complex but likable character that faces the challenges ahead of here with a great deal of bravery but at no point does she feel single-dimensional or contrived.<br/><br/>The first in a trilogy, the Hunger Games paints a world filled with great separations between the haves (in the Capitol) and the have-nots (pretty much everyone else) and a complicated and tenuous political/social structure.<br/><br/>While targeted to the Grade 7 level, it is still a compelling and satisfying read for adults.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IJTV22EXMMIZ?ASIN=0439023521	Young Adult or older fantasy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is one of the best fantasy books I've ever read.  I'm 53 years old and ""fantasy"" is the genre I prefer to read so I've read many other books in this genre.  Hunger Games just grabs you!  I read it in one big gulp of time...raced through it and since then have reread it many times.  The movie is out and I've seen it but the book is the BEST!!  The author really created characters that you could love and know in your life.  It is like you step in the book and feel like you fit in.  The plot is so real and you wish in your heart that you could do the same thing for your little sister--but aren't sure if you could.  Taking one child of both sexes from each district is such a horrible price to pay for a past rebellion.  It is fast paced and seems more horrid because they are children...hard to get your mind around that fact.  You won't go wrong with this one---enjoy!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFFY2VAVJ95PY?ASIN=0439023521	Review from Theamwriter	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed reading this book. I actually saw the movie first before reading the book. Normally I do quite the opposite, I read then watch the movie, but I'm kind of glad that I watched the movie first, because the movie made me what to read the books. I wanted to see the differences between the movie and the book. I wanted to see those details that the movie left out.<br/><br/>I enjoyed reading about Panem, and how it was separated into 13 districts even though district 13 was destroyed. It's almost like the 13 colonies of the United States. I liked that each district had a specific job that they were supposed to do. It was interesting to me that they took two teens every year and placed them in an arena to fight to the death. It's sad that they do that, but at the time I found it interesting. I look forward to reading the other books in the series before the movies.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RG6XKB5S2R1TB?ASIN=0439023521	This book will keep you on the edge of your seat!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Katniss Everdeen is just a sixteen year-old girl, but she is alredy faced with life and death challenges. Her younger sister is called in to participate in the Hunger Games, in where  kids 12 to 18 must battle to stay alive. Not wanting her sister to die, Katniss takes her place. But when Peeta(the other tribute from Dist. 12) admits that he is in love with Katniss, the challenge gets a whole lot harder. Only one is alowed to come back.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is one of the best book I have read. It is not for the faint at heart. If you like action, then you will most likely like this. This book has a good mixture of sadness and happiness. I will not ruin this story by telling you what happens, but I will tell you it is very well written. If you have read The Shadow Children, you may like this book. I will definitely keep reading this series. I hope you will also read these,too.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16GGDCIIEFH95?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games left me hungry for more!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Each year twenty-four teens in this futuristic setting in North America are forced to fight to their death in Suzanne Collins' book The Hunger Games. When Katniss younger sister's name gets draw she steps in to take her sister place. Now she must outwit the other twenty-three tributes including Peeta who is from her district. He publicly professes his love for her prior to the games starting. Kaniss is instructed to play along, but she us unaware that Petta is not playing the game. Find out what happens when the Capital changes the rules half way through the game. Will Katniss survive and if so, what are her true feeling for Petta?<br/>I thoroughly enjoyed reading about the struggles this young girls faced and about how she relied more on logic that on her emotions to play the game. Suzanne adds just the right twist at the end to make me want to run out and get Catching Fire.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VZAM4TQRIS1P?ASIN=0439023521	Riveting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a compelling novel. Our heroine, Katniss Everdeen, fresh from the slums of District 12, volunteers to take her younger sister's place in the annual fight to the death. That alone takes a massive amount of guts. We root feor her as she sees the magnificent (but sinister) Capitol for the first time. She enters the Hunger Games, and she is on her own. Katniss endures venom from genetically enhanced killer wasps, and has to endure burns from a fire. Did I mention that a pack of rich kids who have trained their whole lives for this are after her? She survives by pretending to love someone she doesn't... that's part of the reason I took off a star. I did not like that our heroine had to sell her love so she could live. OMG, I cried thinking of her friend (or maybe something more) Gale back in District 12. Also, the plot was sometimes predictable. But mostly a great book!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2J6ZIFMFUV59V?ASIN=0439023521	Up Until 4am Read!  Modern George Orwell 1984	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book! I could always remember where I left off and it really is an action &amp; adventure story but also has some mystery and even a light love story mixed in.  At first, and from the description, I though it may solely be focused on a post-apocalyptic/post-war destroyed world but the book built around it and was able to developed the story line from that point. I was concerned the story would only be based on that but the story build from it. There is great character development and good history that helps show their motivation throughout the book. It was much more than just staying alive in the games.  I finished book one tonight and I'm already on book two. In a way this is like a modern, updated George Orwell Nineteen Eighty-Four, but of course with brutal violence and what being left of the United States barley able to limp along to let it's citizens survive.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTL5JDEP9YAUW?ASIN=0439023521	Perhapa it has all been said . . .	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Perhaps it has all been said, yet I would like to add my voice to others in praise of this excellant trilogy. I was originally drawn to ""The Hunger Games"" for my son as he and I greatly enjoyed listening to the ""Gregor the Overlander"" series. We listened to the audiobook together(for those who have not yet discovered Audible, there are not enough stars in the sky to adequately praise that service!) We ended up sitting together on the couch, delaying bed time for far too long as we listened because we were hooked from page one. The second book in the series is just as good, the third, a bit more difficullt as Ms. Collins wraps it up. Yet the story stays true and even if it is not a happy ending, it is a good one. I highly recommend any work of Suzanne Collins. Her depth of character development is outstanding and her books hold the interest of young and adult readers alike.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LFV01RD8Q2SC?ASIN=0439023521	best book ever!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was so in to it that I barely did anything else the week I read it in!i totally recommend it all the way!!my favorite!!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJAIORPU35E3J?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">loved the movies, loved the book :) looking forward to the upcoming movie, I am also going to read the rest of the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDN6N7HNI4GUI?ASIN=0439023521	this is not like the movie this book is really detailed	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this is not like the movie this book is really detailed. The book is actually better than the movie but I still like both.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BDBSQ81BFH5U?ASIN=0439023521	What a ride!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Right up to the end.  Exciting, touching, and thoroughly enjoyable.  I see why this became so popular with the young ones.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R307YCP6GU1Q4T?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Just as good as advertised. Can't wait to read the rest:)<br/>Absorbed in the world of Katniss and Peeta until the end...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Z4RC5A8YXUIR?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games was an amazing mix of rebellion, a romance story, how teenagers deal with the problems they face in life.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OKSF6RVG275G?ASIN=0439023521	Surprisingly good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is usually not my kind of book but after so many recommendations I'm glad I read it. Well written. Kept me intrigued.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QCABVUH92WL7?ASIN=0439023521	awesome read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">absolutely loved it! even though I've seen the movies and knew at least some of what would happen, I couldn't put it down!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17FP1Z17VDIB9?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't put the book down.  Great follow-up to the first one, can't wait for the next in series!  Recommend for all ages.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22X2XCACDX8I0?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Really enjoyed this book. Have the other two but have not been able to read them yet. Looking forward to reading them all.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OFKM2D7Z66V3?ASIN=0439023521	Exciting!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was such a fascinating read! So suspensful as well. I even read it when it was time to eat! In my case, that is rare.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KKSWSQSBRVRG?ASIN=0439023521	Very Interesting!  Can't wait for the Movie!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I took turns reading this book aloud with my 11 YO daughter.  It's a very interesting book, very violent at times, but keeps you at the edge of your seat.  We enjoyed the characters, but I thought that the premise of the book was at the very least horrifying.  I had second thoughts more than a few times if this was age-appropriate, but my daughter was ok with it.  In contrast to the Series of Unfortunate Events books which she wouldn't even keep in her room, because they gave her nightmares.  There were a lot of words that she didn't know and we'd have to look up, but the kindle app is amazing and all we had to do was touch the word for a definition.<br/><br/>We would often talk about it together.  I've found that reading aloud with my kids helps keep us connected (we read the Harry Potter series aloud too).  We started right into the next book and can't wait to see what happens!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RE2O5SAEN0ETY?ASIN=0439023521	a must read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">the hunger games is a book that will have you hooked from the moment you pick it up.  The main charcter, Katniss, is a complex and brave character, and whether you like her or not, she will keep you reading.  The Capitol government is powerful and cruel, and holds the hunger games yearly.  Once inside, Katniss must deal with love, friendship, violence, greed, and hate in order to make it out alive.  This story will keep you up reading it, and when you do have to put it down, you won't be able to stop thinking about it.  I would recommend it for mature 12 year olds to high schoolers.  There is violence, but I do not personally find it unnecassary or gorey.  A must read!<br/><br/>I have also read the second book, which although not as good as this one, is still a fantastc read.  (It is called catching fire and is not sold on kindle.)  i cannot wait to read the third, mockingjay.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3D4BQVXCZW8EF?ASIN=0439023521	In 50 years, it'll be a classic like The Hobbit.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">To start off, I just want to say that I am really in to apocalyptic/dystopia type books. This one beats them all out. The plotline was intense, intriguing, and suspenseful, yet not too drawn out. The characters were really well developed, and the writing really pulled me in. I almost felt like I was Katniss, experiencing everything as it went along. That's something very few books have been able to accomplish over the years. It was very action-packed, but I would never think that it is super gory. My only qualm with this is that the thought of teenagers fighting to the death just for glory and riches sickens me. My conclusion? While it might not be the best book for really young audiences, it is probably the best book out there for young adults at this time. Give it fifty or so years and it'll go right on the shelf with other classics such as The Hobbit and Little Women</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17JH0MANHLFIF?ASIN=0439023521	Exciting Dystopia for young and old alike	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I just finished reading all three books in this series.  While I recommend all three this one was by far the best and can actually stand on its own. The story is one of my favorite genres in Science Fiction, the dystopian future. This one is uniquely grim as the author imagines a future in which the former United States is controlled by a fascist regime which divides the country into 12 districts, keeps them impovershed and near starvation and forces each district to choose two children to participate in a contest in which only one of the 24 chosen can leave alive.  The story is narrated by one 17 year old girl from district 12 who ends up chosen for the Hunger Games and the book is never dull as she reveals her way of life and then the contest for her survival.  The story moved fast and the characters really came to life as did this horrible world. I highly recommend.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R105JYHNIM5LYH?ASIN=0439023521	I just couldn't stop reading!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm very picky with what I read for fun--it can't be too sappy or slow, it has to run at a good pace, it has draw me in far enough to keep my attention, etc. It's for this reason that it normally takes me almost an hour to pick out just one book at a bookstore. It's just that bad.<br/><br/>At first I was quite hesitant to read this, but since a free sample was available for download I thought to myself, ""Hey, what the heck."" If it didn't work out, then whatever.<br/><br/>Boy, am I glad I did try it. I literally could not stop reading it! I was hooked by the first page. The characters are flawed and relatable, the plot intricate enough to keep me interested throughout, and the sense of a delicate balance between life and death is just irresistible. I loved it and finished it in a day! For anyone having any reservations about reading this, I strongly urge you to give this gem a try.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2X8MGKMYBRHPY?ASIN=0439023521	Parent's Review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book to see if it would be good for my daughters to read. At 8, they're a little young for some of the darker and more gruesome parts of this book, but it will be a great book for them in a few years (though it's well within their technical reading level now).<br/><br/>As an adult reading this, it's an incredibly fast and easy read, but very engaging. You have to take the premise on face value. The cameras seem to see anywhere and parachute-gifts fall in impractical places, but it all works well in the story, so it's not too jarring. The biggest thing to remember is that this is a YA book. It seems like many reviewers have criticised it like an adult book and if the author had taken those extra steps to make it deeper and more believable to an adult, it would go right over kids' heads.<br/><br/>In short, it's well worth it for an exciting weekend read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1F026R660SIJC?ASIN=0439023521	Drew Me In	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have never read any books by Suzanne Collins. From the first chapter she seemlessly drew me into Katniss's world. I was transported into a future that seemed real on every level. Katniss is a female lead, believable and strong, which I enjoyed very much.<br/><br/>The world in which she and the other individuals reside is full of hardships and the smallest joys. Approached from the aspect of young adults and children I wanted to know how it turned out for each of them and had to resist the urge to skip forward and satisfy my curiosity.<br/><br/>This book is classified as  young adult/teen, however, as with books by other authors in this category, I would never have guessed it was not written for adults. I fully enjoyed it and the author. Before I finished Hunger Games I purchased Suzanne Collins's other novels and read them in short order. A fascinating book and a great author.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2J5CB9UH3KQOV?ASIN=0439023521	The 74th Annual Hunger Games have begun.....	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games have begun, and Katniss must fight to the death in the giant arena with 23 other children. Suzanne Collins brings forth her view of a dystopian society, with many details that the reader feels that it is real. Some aspects of this book are lovable characters and major plot twists.Collins ties in world views such as staying true to yourself and a corrupt government, while entertaining the reader.In addition, the kill or be killed aspect of "" The Hunger Games"" is a representation of our world.  Fans of the ""Divergent"" series are sure to enjoy the dystopia, and the ""Harry Potter"" series are sure to enjoy the adventure. I would recommend this book to girls and boys that are between the ages 12 to 18. Readers will instantly fall in love with Collins' immersive words, and they feel as if they are Katniss who has to leave her loved ones and kill to survive.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2G5MBQDFG056W?ASIN=0439023521	Riveting story of survival...not your modern day Romeo and Juiliet	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It took me all 3 hunger game books being released and two movies before I ever developed any urge to read this story. A movie night with friends led me to watching Catching Fire, knowing nothing about the story lines, I found myself feeling quite confused. After the movie, I ran home and purchased the first book on my kindle.  had to know how the story line came to be, and how these two unlikely star crossed lovers came to appear. Or were they really star crossed lovers at all.<br/><br/>This is a story about survival, and the means that are taken by these two unlikely allies yet opponents to survive. This book is a quick read and I would pretty much recommend it to any of my friends. Looking forward to reading catching fire next.<br/><br/>The only reason I did not give this book 5 stars is at certain points I found it rather difficult to follow.<br/><br/>Enjoy!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XIFBPUSH4GXI?ASIN=0439023521	Good enough	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought I'd read this before the film came out and the the inevitable Hunger Games backlash started and, to my surprise, actually enjoyed it. The writing is clear and concise, the sparse descriptions evoke striking mental images of the settings and the story, what little there is, keeps you turning pages. However, even accepting that this was written for teenagers, I found the characterisations are wafer thin and the human emotions even thinner. Also, the Hunger Games themselves are long and drawn out and not as readable as the lead up to them. Finally, I felt a little cheated at the way the book ends, or rather doesn't. While I've nothing against trilogies, it would have been better for the first book to hint at a sequel rather than simply stopping mid narrative and cajoling you to read the next book. That's not a novel, that's a non-too-subtle marketing campaign.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R345XKYQ6PN6AG?ASIN=0439023521	A Carbon Copy of Many Children's Classics	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I know I'll get thrashed for saying certain unkind things about this book, but I'll say it anyway.<br/><br/>The writing is terrible, the plot silly and contrived, and the fictional universe that the Hunger Games inhabits is lame and lifeless.  Readers who enjoyed this book would enjoy much more Philip Pullman's His Dark Materials trilogy.<br/><br/>What makes this book so enjoyable for teenagers (I have no idea why adults read this) is that it mirrors so closely the emotional universe that teenagers inhabit.  In the Hunger Games, twenty-two teenagers have to battle it out in a last-man-standing contest -- and to do so they have to form and break alliances, and be cruel and cunning.  And doesn't that sound a lot like high school?</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R317KYIR29LBB?ASIN=0439023521	An invigoraing read that will capture you from the very start	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">At first I was a little skeptical about this book, unsure of what it was really about. After reading it though I can honestly say this is one of the best books I have ever read!<br/><br/>In he beginning the book was a little slow but once things started to piece together I was completely wrapped up in the story. Katniss Everdeen is more of a role model people should look up to over Brittany Spears, shaving heads is not cool.<br/><br/>The book also gives a sort of Twilight kind of love story with Gale and Peeta.  Two men completely wrapped in the girl that is Katniss Everdeen. Both care deeply about her but neither has truly won her heart.<br/><br/>The Games tear friends and family apart and the fights go from quick and painless to cruel and heartless. Inside the arena everybody is tested and put on the brink of death, and only the best of the best can survive.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XJWZGOEM9HYB?ASIN=0439023521	loved at first but not sure now	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was good, great when I first read it but now it seems silly. From the very beginning I was hooked, and every chapter ended with me wanting more. The concept is fun and different from anything else Ive seen or read minus a short story I read in high school about a man being hunted on an island. But looking back, something is missing. There seems to be a lack of depth to the characters; and the heroine's cold, selfish attitude is so annoying. Also much of it seemed predictable and unrealistic. Its not a bad read though. There are some enjoyable moments that touched me to the core plus other friends deemed this an awesome read. I liked the 1st book more than the 2nd &amp; 3rd. The 2nd seemed repetitive and the 3rd dragged on slowly in the first half. I would not call it a waste of time, because it was entertaining. But it just isnt the best book on the ""e-shelf"".</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FU5JMLRKY2HF?ASIN=0439023521	This trilogy should be required reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book (or the whole trilogy) doesn't force you to think and evaluate humanity, morality, society, etc, but instead insidiously works those themes into your consciousness thereby not preaching, which people hate and resist, but rather leading you to recognize the morality lessons yourself. That is mastery in writing! Suzanne Collins' The Hunger Games trilogy should be required reading. You really ought to read the entire series. The three books are needed to completely fulfill the story and its' very important and timely message. This is a cautionary tale, one that is not inconceivable. And Katniss is a hero, right until the very end of the trilogy.<br/><br/>The themes and the action will appeal to readers of any age, male and female.  That is saying quite a lot!  Brava Ms. Collins, very well done!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3ODR1CAKMVG3Y?ASIN=0439023521	great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great story and world created. Really good and fast read. Thoroughly enjoyed it and can't wait to dive into the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28YILHEJFKOQQ?ASIN=0439023521	amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A beautiful story that involved love and action impossible to not read. I loved this book. It's so amazing and I love it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TAXDDJAJ795G?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I choose this rating because in every part of the book it always had my attention. Can't wait until I read the next book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBQ9NC5XS7T5F?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I found it hard to put this book down. The chapters flew by! I can't wait to read the third and final book of the series!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11UOFFEK8LPR0?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm reading the series for the third or fourth time.... it's addicting!!<br/>A definite must read for everyone out there</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JV5WFZ88NSI4?ASIN=0439023521	Like	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was so easily downloaded and I pens quickly. Good read. We like the free book rental on prime. My daughter enjoyed it.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4NO5PGV498K4?ASIN=0439023521	Exhilarating!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book keeps you hooked! It is quite different from the movie in some parts like all books are but I love  every page!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VACSOME0T3VL?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">certainly all ages not just YA I have enjoyed the books and movies.  this is great reading if you enjoy dystopian fiction</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIG4B3YUMMGKZ?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fast paced; intelligent; great read!<br/>From beginning to end you won't be able to stop reading. I highly recommend it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IOSAYL8I6IA0?ASIN=0439023521	A good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was surprised how much I liked this book.  You read the hype, hear about the movies and everyone tells you, you need to read/watch this.  That's when I'm usually disappointed the most.  However, for once I was pleasantly surprised.  The book is shorter than I expected but filled with enough excitement to keep pressing the next button.  The writing is simple and easy to follow.  Not very detailed but with enough twists and turns to keep you on your proverbial mental toes.  I started this early on a Thursday and finished it Friday night.  It had a very simple device of keeping you questioning what would happen on the next chapter.  It worked, hook, line and sinker.  I'm actually looking forward to watching the movie and I'm already a third into the next book.  I can only hope that this adventure continues with the same energy, although it will be hard to reproduce.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQS0J0HBRQW4D?ASIN=0439023521	Wait for the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a good yarn, nothing more. But a book with this premise ought to be more. If you are going to raise subjects like totalitarianism and a depraved society that finds entertainment in the ultimate violence, it ought to carry more weight. Collins's protagonists pay brief lip service to how wrong it all is, but don't do anything about that till it's their own skins they need to save. For the most part, they go along to get along. A heroic character would challenge the evil. Collins gives them many an out by not having them ever be the aggressors when it comes to the kill - they kill in self-defense, by accident, or out of mercy. She shields them (and the reader) from having to face the moral dilemma. Basically, this is just an action book and will probably make a good movie. But there's less to it than meets the eye. It's a page turner but left me feeling empty.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3ETS1GHSFUBKV?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A strong ""coming of age"" female character is welcome. This is my favorite book of the trilogy. Being an older, Appalachian female, I can relate to many of the obstacles Katniss experienced, which later became her strengths.My father, too, was a coal miner and the bonds and commaraderie of miners are key in the independent-mindedness of this character. The political aspects of exploitation of District 12's natural resources is a familiar theme here in WV. This would be an excellent book to teach young adults how ""the system"" works; how leaders can spin events to their advantage; question who is really in control. I also was impressed that the romantic element was present, but not overplayed.Who wasn't confused at this age anyway? This book works on a number of levels that may not be obvious to the younger reader. I will have more to say about the following 2 books.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RR2N10174021H?ASIN=0439023521	Grim World, Great Story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games will surprise the reader who expects a dismal story, knowing ahead of time the plot deals with a teenager forced to compete against other young people in a fight to the death. Yes, it deals with a brutal future world where ordinary citizens suffer at the hands of despotic leaders. However, the protagonist Katniss Everdeen engages us with her energy as she hunts for food for her family in this harsh environment. Katniss connects with others, particularly her sister and her hunting companion Gale. These skills serve Katniss well in the game, when her talent with the bow and her ability to forge working relationships help her to compete. Caught up in Katniss's struggle for survival, the reader admires the way she works to solve problems. By the novel's end, Katniss has developed into a formidable young woman who can challenge a tyrannical government.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CBZ5DO3EZM1W?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm not good at giving books reviews but I will do my best.<br/><br/>This book The Hunger Games was awesome! I loved it from the first page till the very last page. I love the way the author kept me guessing and I even found myself laugh here and there while reading the book.<br/>That action in this book was pretty cool. Reading about the main character Katniss first trying to get food for her family, the stepping up to take her sister's place in the games to getting to know the other main character Peeta. Their friendship, being alias, possibly falling in love with each other. The way the two played the games was impressive.<br/><br/>So much more can be written about this book but putting them into words not so easy.<br/><br/>I would highly reccomend this book to anyone and can't wait to see the movie. Hoped this review helped and didn't give to much away.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1H76Z6F0H5ESP?ASIN=0439023521	A wonderful, gripping start	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Collins starts the series off right, introducing readers to a series filled with gruesome, detailed adventure, loss, heartbreak, and ultimate heroism, with just the right amount of a suspenseful romance. Katniss is a heroin that you'll cheer for and ache for, both for her true dauntless nature and endurance. The characters in the novel are true and vulnerable, making the sudden loss of some of them something the readers don't see coming, and mourn for. The novel is laced with action that appeals to readers of any age and gender and is filled with details that sometimes make your skin crawl (in a great way).<br/>Warning: the series is addictive and a quick read, something you'll miss once you finish the third book.<br/>I look forward to seeing what COllins has up her sleeve next! I'm excited about a female author who isn't afraid of adding a little gore to her novels!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SOZRCMNZYT3J?ASIN=0439023521	A great investment befpre the film comes out	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought all three books in the trilogy and am now in the middle of the third one.  They are quite well done, albeit admittedly ""easy reading"" since they are for young adults.  So don't expect alot of ""complexity"". Still, I can highly recommend these three books for their novel depiction of the age-old themes of the fight against tyranny and how lethargic and apathetic most of us can become, overlaid with a coming of age tale.<br/><br/>As the author is female, expect alot of strong  female role models, but on the whole, the gender gap is fairly even-handed. That being said,  Katniss, the heroine, can get on one's nerves after awhile, if only because she is so obstinately oblivious to  what is happening around her. Still, I keep reminding myself that she is supposed to only be a 16/17-year old girl, and therefore one cannot properly judge her through adult eyes.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R78X1P7F240PL?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games ebook series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazon solicited this review of Hunger Games, by Suzanne Collins.<br/>As of September 13, 2012, I have read the first two books and am about 1/3 of the way into the third book, ""Mockingjay"".<br/>Pay attention to that character development, Mockingjay, throughout the series.  It can't be a spoiler to tell you that the young woman Katniss survives the first two books.  She is the main character and hero afterall.  She also is the strong, independent, feminist leader coming of age. She possesses innate skills and understanding to overcome political corruption, and oppressive tyranny.  Is she an Ayn Rand hero?  I think she presents a call to action that only youth can answer.<br/><br/>It took me less than three days to read each of the first two books.  You may have time to read each book straight through.  Quick reads, but outstanding creative writing, I think.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UJNU1BKGSSY3?ASIN=0439023521	4 stars for older kids, 3 for adults	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was so afraid to read this book, I was afraid it would be disturbing. I mean, what mother of 3 adolescents wants to read a book about kids that age killing each other?<br/><br/>So we saw the movie first. At that time, my teenage daughter had read the series. She loved the books, and the movie, but said the movie was different.<br/><br/>Now that I've read the book, I don't really see what she meant. It thought the movie followed the book to a T.<br/><br/>I also now realize that this isn't just gratuitous violence, this story is a political commentary about the dangers of a government with too much power.<br/><br/>The writing is very simplistic, but the story is very suspenseful and I often had trouble falling asleep after reading.<br/><br/>If it were just for me, I'd give it 3 stars, but for adolescent kids I give it 4.<br/><br/>Off to read book 2!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CFSL74PLS8AA?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best book ever! I've reread it several times :) the whole series is different and so interesting. I highly recommend it!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDDRJ4HXP3VF9?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a fantastic book to read. Like many others who have read this book, I believe this is destined to be a classic.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RW4WP7RGBBCFI?ASIN=0439023521	GREAT BOOK (spoilers)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Though I cried when Rue died this book this book made me very emotional and the character development is fudging awesome</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20OV2Y6LFU728?ASIN=0439023521	Reader	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book love how the words help you see the pictures in your head!!<br/>You should read this book you will love it!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1C8TFG75FNUG4?ASIN=0439023521	captivating!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Every line was written in such simplicity, but yet so much behind every one. Couldn't put it down! On to the next two :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2K4J33159RIPO?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">loved that book so much every last page of it to. you should read it it has great details into it recommend you read it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XL9JW9H6UJ47?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love everything about this book. I love that there is a female heroine who pulls no punches and has her heart (and head) in the right place. I love that there is a role-reversal with Katniss and Peeta (she's the tough one who has to hunt-gather for her family, he's a baker who has had an easier life). I love that the love triangle between Katniss, Gale, and Peeta is so plausible, and I can understand why she becomes conflicted about who she should choose. The setting is also plausible. Where will our own voyeuristic, scandal-obsessed world be if we lost everything else we are used to? Yes, the Games are brutal, but haven't oppressive governments/dictatorships been known to commit atrocities in the past, for the sake of one person's misguided belief and self-absorption?<br/><br/>An amazing beginning to a series we will be talking about for years to come.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SBNU7NCEKZGG?ASIN=0439023521	Not as bad as I thought...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When the hype of hunger games came about I wasn't interested one bit... But then one night when I was watching tv in a hotel room just a few days before my wedding - while my husband was enjoying his bachelor party, I found myself looking at e-books on amazon ... Hunger games popped up as a book I might like, so I but the bullet and purchased for $5...<br/><br/>Best purchase ever.!!!! This book was actually more than a teeny bopper sensation that I thought it was going to be. The story behind it is more than just a live story but it had an underlying of social issues and I found it to be very interesting.<br/><br/>Anyway I'm no English major here, I just love to read books that aren't a waste of my time. I was defiantly impressed. I've recommended this book to everyone I know!!! So go, BUY IT!!!! ( and while your at it just buy all 3 books!!)<br/>Ajot</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16Q0ZX0K67ORI?ASIN=0439023521	Exciting from beginning to end	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was excellent! My first thought after finishing was, ""I hope there's more than one of these."" My second thought was, ""This would be a really good movie."" I was in luck! This is the first book of the Hunger Games Trilogy and the movie is set to release in March 2012.<br/><br/>The overall premise of the book is kind of disturbing, but the author writes it in a way that is not too graphic, while still being extremely exciting. Although these are kids, some as young as 12, battling to the death, she writes them in a way that makes them appear much older. It is very easy to sort of put yourself in the shoes of the main character and feel the same fear that she must have felt when she is being prepared for the arena.<br/><br/>This book was excellent, and it did not take me too much longer to read the entire trilogy! I recommend all three books, you will be satisfied!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FJPWAKOCGOL5?ASIN=0439023521	Yes!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">There's really not more to add that hasn't been said already.<br/><br/>I am hard to please where it comes to books. I have a huge list of books of which I have only read a chapter, a page, or even a paragraph. This story sucked me in from the first words and never let me go. Sure, it has its problems (if everyone is starving and can't afford food, how do they each have a television?), but I found this story so engaging, I couldn't do anything productive in my life until every last word was read.<br/><br/>As far as its designation as a book for young adults, I balk at that. The images Collins portrays of children dying bloodily at the hands of other children are chilling and nightmare inducing. I am appalled that some school districts have chosen this book as their summer reader. But, for a mature teenager or an adult, you cannot go wrong with the Hunger Games series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RW7QV6ZY9LMBI?ASIN=0439023521	Mesmerising story... cant believe i avoided reading this book for 2 years!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have seen this book around in a few book magazines countless of times and I always made sure I avoid it. I thought it would be a boring empty story that boys would read BOY WAS I WRONG!!!!!<br/>I decided to give it a chance after hearing about the movie coming out and whatnot and the trailor looked interesting so I bought it and fell head over heels in love with this book and series. I cant believe I spent two years of my life avoiding this book just because of the cover. You know what they say... don't judge a book by it's cover. This is one of the best books I have ever read probably the best. ...... I love the characters especially peeta (if only every boy was like that))  and of course rue and katniss. I cannot wait for the movie to come out on the 18th. I would suggest to everyone to read these books and hopefully you'll love them as much as I did</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GVU86HKXV24L?ASIN=0439023521	A different style	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The writing style for this particular book was odd for me, more like reading a diary in places.  Sometimes I felt like I was in 3rd person, other times I felt like I was inside Katniss' head.  However, overall I really enjoyed the ups and downs this story took me through.  I felt connected to the characters the author wanted me to connect to, and distanced from the characters she didn't want me to.<br/><br/>I originally purchased this book because of reading clique at work. People pass around ""ohmygoshyouhavetoreadthis!"" type tales, and after hearing more than a few people say they couldn't put this down, I found once I started, it was also hard to set down.  Sneaking away to read in between breaks, hoping not to get caught, looking for tracker-jacker nests.<br/><br/>I give this book 4 stars, instead of 5, as I can only see the writing getting better.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2AGMSVD12BSQ0?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games A Game You Should Not Play	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One day years from now out of the ashes of North America rises Panem a new country. Made of thirteen seperated districts and the Capitol. District 13 rebelled, and was destroyed. After those dark days the Capitol to remind the districts of the dark days made The Hunger Games. In The Hunger Games a boy, and a girl 12-18 years old from each district enters in the arena were everyone fights until there is a victor. 74 years later at the tribute choosing Katniss Everdeen's litle sister Prim is chosen. Katniss volenteers to take Prim's place to save her. Peeta Mellark is chosen as the male tribute for District 12,then Katniss remembers this Peeta from her childhood.<br/><br/>In Suzanne Collins's book The Hunger Games there is plenty of gore without bore. I give Suzanne five stars in her book The Hunger Games that teaches the story of Katniss, and the effects of war.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KJFGW45SG922?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games A Game You Should Play	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One day years from now out of the ashes of North America rises Panem a new country. Made of thirteen seperated districts and the Capitol. District 13 rebelled, and was destroyed. After those dark days the Capitol to remind the districts of the dark days made The Hunger Games. In The Hunger Games a boy, and a girl 12-18 years old from each district enters in the arena were everyone fights until there is a victor. 74 years later at the tribute choosing Katniss Everdeen's litle sister Prim is chosen. Katniss volenteers to take Prim's place to save her. Peeta Mellark is chosen as the male tribute for District 12,then Katniss remembers this Peeta from her childhood.<br/><br/>In Suzanne Collins's book The Hunger Games there is plenty of gore without bore. I give Suzanne five stars in her book The Hunger Games that teaches the story of Katniss, and the effects of war.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HDQWSBFSLCXU?ASIN=0439023521	good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">very good i reccomend it to all others especcially people who like science fiction or eople who like swords and fighting this book reminds me of percy jackson or enders game a little bit just because of all the fighting and all the madness or yelling this book isa great length i cant wait for the last book to come out i bet it will be so good i am a hunger games freak!!!!! i hope there will be like 60 books in the series i thought at first the hunger games was really lame but i figured i should just try to see if it was bad but boy i was wrong a  ton it turned out to be a rally good book read it please i am begging you !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! i swear its not like i will kill you or anything but once again i highly reccomend it to others buy the book i am seriously saying this but i will not kill you &amp; i will just be sad if you give this book a bad rating</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RE4VT871MLMOJ?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Personally I thought that the book was a good portrayal of an oppressive but functioning government. From a governmental stand point it was a great idea to split up the population and make them weak. The use of food as payment has proved to be a good way to control people in the past as we have seen in World War 2. I like the book because it was extremely interesting, the idea of a girl that was born into an oppressive life and has a dream of freedom is put into a fight to the death that reminds all the people in the nation of how ""The Capitol"" has control over the people. In this fight to the death there are 24 children put in an aria and only 1 can come out alive. Not only does Katniss come out alive, she found a way to have Peeta live too. She does this by having them both put poisonous berries in their mouths and having the ""Game Makers"" stop them.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PXOPQNU3265T?ASIN=0439023521	Teenage battles for life on reality tv	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins Book, ""The Hunger Games,"" takes the reader into a world were areas are defined by districts and each district is known for a specific characteristic. Katniss and her little sister Prim live in District 12 with their mother. It is not an easy life for them.Once a year the government chooses two children from each of the twelve districts to compete against one another in a live televised reality show. Twenty-four enter into a deadly life and death game where only one child will remain alive at the end. Whem Prim's name is chosen Katniss volunteers to go in her place. It is a game of survival while the world watchs.<br/>Collins prsents a world where reality tv rules the lives of families and teens. A world of emotions and actions that will influence the outcome of the lives of the children involved and takes the reader along for the ride.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IINWI2UUQIN8?ASIN=0439023521	Read this and you will be HOOKED	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this at the suggestion of a co-worker and I was not dissapointed. This book takes me back to the days when I read 1984 for school. I have heard that some schools are having children read the Hunger Games instead of the older books like Animal Farm or 1984, and after reading this book I can understand why. This book brings to light the ideas protrayed in the earlier works, while also asking the fundamental question - How far are we as a society willing to go for entertainment? With all the reality TV happening now a days for entertainment when is the stopping point.<br/><br/>I loved this book! Not only did it make me ask hard questions, but it kept me engrossed while having me laugh out loud and cry at times. If you like futuristic tales that make you wonder, then this is the book for you. Can't wait to read the next book in the triology. Happy Reading!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JY7TLD6YGJA2?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This whole series was not what I expected I loved it. I could have kept reading about these characters and their future</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3I1IVI7F0VOAW?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love the book and I get it for free its cool. it really gets your attention<br/> of the book and the setting is good</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZC85SM25JLUD?ASIN=0439023521	Must read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing book, would not even begin to classify as a ""teen"" book. Even better then the movie, you get sucked in.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JRWD96V3GPGQ?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">very intriguing and I couldn't stop reading until it was over and then I was and still am disappointed that it is over.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UP1K1MAI64L0?ASIN=0439023521	Obsessed	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">How does one dislike The Hunger Games??? LOVE this trilogy so so so much. I will force my children to read these books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OD0KDCIITP3L?ASIN=0439023521	Brooke	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was one of the BEST BOOKS EVER!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Everyone who doesn't like it is so crazy<br/><br/>  I loved this book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Q4H9F06GY1X2?ASIN=0439023521	good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have read all three book in the series.  I was completely into the story and read all three books in a 4 day weekend.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMEA5ZR8BFO8L?ASIN=0439023521	Prrrrops (or gripping yarn)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this as it is on my students booklist. I always enjoy the themes involved in this book. It's clearly teen-fiction in the way it's written. The plot moves along at lightening speed which is the both the success and perhaps the loss in the story. You can't help but being engaged in the story as Katniss is catapulted into the hunger games arena; being swept along with her are a number of other characters who have varying degrees of involvement.<br/>This is my only problem really, in that the other characters feel quite undeveloped - i don't feel I know, or care about them very much. Having said this, I'm aware it is book one of a trilogy and expect the other characters to be developed for good and bad in the other two books, so I take this book as a great set-up for the trilogy and involving some really interesting themes both ancient and modern.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXE93GV8E9322?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games book one details a tragic story of  what can happen when the country becomes a rich vs poor situation, those who have access to higher education vs those who are denied the chance.  It is a story of how a country of citizens can be manipulated into believing the reality the government wants them to believe.  It shows what can happen if we allow our leaders to run free with no checks and balances to protect the people.  The secondary plots that run through this book follow unrequited love, the desire to outwit the leaders and the hardships and lives of the inhabitants.  A wondrfuffy rich and thought provoking book.  A must read for everyone. It would make a great book discussion as well as an educational tool to let students determine how the constitution is violated in this book and what or how it happened and a great debate subject.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1K8VPWG32WVOU?ASIN=0439023521	A highly addicting series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is one of my favorite books! The writing style is extremely addicting and fast pace. All of the characters have depth and history. The story line is new and exciting and pulls you into the story. I have never gone through a book so quickly! I don't know why this is considered a children book though. It has some serious themes and gets a little gory, but in a satisfying way. I'm a picky reader. The writing style of the author is very important to me as is the main character. The book had a great leading female character, who is very strong and competent. The author doesn't repeat phrases, have shallow or washed up characters, and the plot is sci-fi futurey, which is my favorite.<br/>The instant I was done with this book I got the other one and read that one just as quick! I can't stand that the third book isn't coming out for almost another year!!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SQH0M7AEMOX8?ASIN=0439023521	Even better the 2nd time around!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">WOW!!!! Even better the second time around. Collins has created a fantasy world that is not so far off that it couldn't happen - but so much further in the future that it is still ""fantasy"". Katniss (the heroine) has a personality to balance out every supporting character and their flaws. Though not unflawed herself she is bitter, honest and fiercely loyal to those she loves and trusts. The male characters of Gale, Peeta and Haymich couldn't contrast one another and perfectly compliment each other more!<br/><br/>In this book a hunter faces her biggest obstacles from beginning to end. Once she overcomes one obstacle another arrises and she is thrown into the spotlight by achieving greatness while weighing in herself the battle between right and wrong! The movies don't even come CLOSE to creating a proper display of what these books emulate.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2U1SOKZWCZ583?ASIN=0439023521	Very intriguing and creative!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't read sci-fi/dystopian, it's simply not my kind genre to read.  However, after hearing so many telling me how good this was, I became open-minded to checking this one out.  Shockingly, I actually enjoyed it!  The Hunger Games has everything one could ask for: action, excitement, despair, and even an authentic young romance/triangle.  What also makes this book so creative is it's play on social class, survival of the fittest, politics, and pop culture reality TV/sports.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games, as an event, reminded me so much of Big Brother meets the Olympics meets genocide.  Suzanne Collins simply wills all her creative juices into this story and has sold me to read Catching Fire once I get my hands on it.  Simply great writing, for all, no matter if you love dystopian and those who has never read one could surely find fun and gripping!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YXM5Y3A6J58V?ASIN=0439023521	Too grotesque to be really likeble	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I finally decided to read these because of all the hullabaloo, and I wanted to read the series before deciding whether or not to see the movie.<br/>The book is so dark and ugly and morbid, I don't understand how anyone could write such a thing. To boot, that people rave over a book rampid with so much senseless killing is beyond me. This is also one of the first books in a long, long, time where I haven't liked the main character. Katniss is an unlikeable character -- she's pretty manipulative, and in some ways, rather dense. The only character I liked in this series was gentle character Peeta -- he was the reason I kept reading, despite all the ugliness in the book. That said, in later books, the author just kills my image of Peeta. So disappointing, this book and the others following. Far too dark to be wonderful. No way will I go see the movie.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DORMMM10PJXS?ASIN=0439023521	Hello Wilderness	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't read the other seven thousand something reviews--so my apologies for repeating what reviewer number 6,435 said. Or reviewer number 2,223. The number of reviews should be clue enough that this story is excellent.  This brusque, somewhat macabre, book is compelling. Fast paced! Good for a reader of any age (I'm 51). Enough said.<br/><br/>What I did like about the story is the return to the wild theme. Should this book encourage some indoor-bound, cell phone texting, Taco Bell munching Adolescent to venture outdoors and actually see a squirell or track down a turkey, then this book has done what many a frustrated parent could not do: Go get the kids to play outside! And should a kid decide that a bit of wilderness is worth saving because of this book, then I'd say that Collins has done what Muir, Abbey and Leopold have not been able to do.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33D8QUXO5DR0M?ASIN=0439023521	Review of Hunger Games.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I started reading this book because everyone was reading the series and the movie had already came out and was so highly talked about so when I was given the opportunity to read this book in my english class I jumped on it. I am not much of a reader but I love this book and it such an easy read. Reading a book that already has so much about can be hard but nothing compares to actually reading it. The author makes you feel as if you are truly in the book and part of the games. It smoothly transitions was a somewhat sad event to a true love story which can be hard to flow but I think the author did a great job at making the readers stay hooked and not confused. I highly recommend this book even if you think you know what happens it in the way it is detailed you will get much more than just what you hear. Quick and easy read but definitely worth it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2P2LVJ1Y8L18Q?ASIN=0439023521	Woman writers rules	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Captures from the first pages till the very end. I bet you start the next book right after the hunger games like I did</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R353J118PDNLE1?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is an amazing book that's violent,has romance,and drama I think you should read it.it is probably recommend ages 9+</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JXCZ69K3P2RI?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Thoroughly enjoyed! I couldn't stop reading. I haven't seen the movie but I intend on doing so in the very near future</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SR4J8QJR8H8X?ASIN=0439023521	Perfect	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Action packed, I is very interesting. I personally think that the movie and the book endings are way to different.....</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RI4ELKULAAX2?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent read I highly recommend this book and the entire series for that matter.  It keeps you wanting to read more.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3O7VE4OW50GB4?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love these books. I could not put them down. They made you feel like you were there. I have read them over and over!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2C28RTK1A9KNM?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">There are no words to describe how great this book is! I am completely stunned and I can't wait to read the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3EYKGE7MWEKAQ?ASIN=0439023521	review of the hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">great book......<br/>  was recommended to me and now i want to read other two.  everyone should read this great book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BNI8ZFRQXAIY?ASIN=0439023521	amazing book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book kept me on the edge of my seat full of twists and turns I'd recommend it to anyone looking for a great read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20WCL9SE3W6QD?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not put the book down wanting to know what would happen next. Great ending to a strong first story in a series</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TO1JX4VP6UA8?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Sat down and couldn't put the book down. I would definitely recommend this book. It is like no other book I have read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1AT5GD3RZ8KDG?ASIN=0439023521	Very entertaining! Be aware, it may never leave your hands!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As I started to read the Hunger Games, it reminded me of Battle Royale (a Japaneses novel which was later adapted to manga and film), which I also enjoyed very much. With Battle Royale, I only watched the film and did not get all the details that the book has to offer. With Hunger Games, as I was reading the book, I felt as I was in the Capitol on the parade. I imagine it'd be something like being on a parade in Times Square.<br/> Read this book, if you want something entertaining. I read this book while I had my morning coffee, in the bathroom, while waiting for oil change to be done and etc. You get the idea. Whenever I had any spare time, I read the book. I even had a dream that I was walking in a pine forest area with a big lake. It's that good! Buy it! I'm going to read it for the second time until I wait for my Catching Fire's delivery.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PZHCSFR1UR0O?ASIN=0439023521	A little hard to get into, but not bad	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Katniss Everdeen is a sixteen year old girl whose main goal is survival. Survival for herself, her mother, and her little sister Prim. Daily she hunts and trades to keep her little family alive.<br/>The powers-that-be in the Capitol of Panem--what is left of North America--use survival to keep the citizens of the 12 districts in line. Each year a boy and girl between 12 and 18 are chosen for the Hunger Games--a brutal game of survival of the fittest.<br/>The plot of teenagers fighting one another for survival was hard for me to stomach. However, the writing style kept me turning pages and the character development is excellent.<br/>I would classify this as young adult though I know there are middle schoolers and upper elementary who are reading it. For these kids, I recommend a parent read it first then decide if it's right for your child.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QG3FVB49BRY7?ASIN=0439023521	I Finished Them  Too Quickly	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I first heard about this series of books, on a cruise travel board. Everyone was talking about what books they take, or have taken, to read when they cruise. More than half of the poster's were talking about the Hungar Games series. I immediately went to Amazon, to look them up. Once I read the introduction, I had to order all three books. As soon as I started to read the first one, I was completely hooked. Ms Collins is an excellent writer. She really knows how to draw the reader right into the story line, and keep them there. All three books, in this series, are page turners. I read all three, in about 5 days. Then wished I hadn't read them so fast, but you just have to know how it all ends. I won't spoil the ending, by saying anything more. I am so glad I discovered the books, and highly recommend them. I hope Ms Collins writes many more.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3USK26WSU36P7?ASIN=0439023521	Substance Beyond The Hype	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Two human drives: the love of war and obsession with youth are put together with explosive effect in the Hunger Games. As a fantasy writer (<a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/IRINA-THE-WOLF-QUEEN-THE-RAGNOR-TRILOGY/dp/B008REDRGK"">IRINA THE WOLF QUEEN (THE RAGNOR TRILOGY)</a>) I am awed by the novel's metaphoric power. Katniss's world  -- the `haves' of the Capitol and the `have nots' of District Twelve could be read as a picture for our own First and Third Worlds. The novel speaks to so many aspects of our modern situation: trashing genuine emotion by turning it into kitschy sentiment; the grotesque differences in rich and poor;  surgical enhancements and being `styled,' and an appetite for brutal entertainment that arguably equals the Romans. Katniss is an interesting, prickly heroine who despises fakery but is forced to enter into it for the sake of a loved one. Read it - there's substance here beyond the hype.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WQHBF3KX0UZ5?ASIN=0439023521	"I liked it!  (and I don't like science ""fiction-ey"" stuff)"	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The story is so well written that you forget you're reading fiction.  Which I appreciate since I'm not a big fan of off-the-wall ridiculous science-fiction stories stories (which this kind-of is).  I found myself feeling genuine anxiety and impassioned resolve as I cheered for the protagonist as she deals with overwhelming gut-wrenching hurdles in life.  Through the book I was constantly in awe that someone (Ms. Collins) actually thought this story up in her head!  That is a true wonder of the world for me.<br/><br/>The story is an interesting backdrop to discuss real world questions relating to social stratification, desensitization of violence and other issues. I might even go so far as to suggest that this could be a response to Atlas Shrugged depicting one possible outcome for society after John Galt and friends retreat to the valley.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QNECCRMHMWMF?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger for more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Book was recommended by a friend. I can only say the first 4 chapters were painfully slow to read in that the author lays a clear and tangible foundation to set up what is to follow. So plodded through the first 4 chapters and whoa did the pace pick up! What intrigue, clever politics, well placed humour and satire (mainly the main character). The characters are strong, well thought out and amidst such angst and treasonous suffering they come out stronger; the start of revolution and uprising. A must read in that it is a view into a world i had never before imagined and left me hopeful of the human condition (as it is something that forever interests me). The end merely feeds ones anticipation for what is to come and you then have to, have to read Catching Fire and of course the Mockingjay! READ THIS because i could not put these books down!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18IUSDYIJS3EL?ASIN=0439023521	Simply Brilliant	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins creates an incredible world in which young people (age 13 - 18) each year must celebrate the salavation of their communities by offering up a boy and a girl from each to participate in a game to the death with but one survivor each year. The competition is broadcast on television outlets to each community. The trilogy of books are violent (not recommended for the very young although included in the Youth Section for books)but they also tell a story of courage, perserverance and empathy as Katness Everdeen, the central character, seeks to survive not once or twice but three times.  Once started, it was nearly impossible to stop reading any of the three books until the conclusion of the final installment and then I still wanted more. Ms. Collins has created a modern day classic, broad in its scope but intimate in its detail.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37QL1W6V296LH?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games-Suzanne Collins excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins is the author of an action, and at times violent and gruesome book, the Hunger Games. Ms. Collins writes a truly exceptional book, filled with fear, heroism, trust and a very very good story. Set in the future after a devastated war. The capital stages the hunger games to keep the outlying areas in line, 24 participants all children of varying ages, participate in trying to survive while the other 23 are killed by other participants. This is something they have to do or their villages will face sever punishment Katniss Everdeen picked from district 12 is a very powerful character in this story. This story has a very good message about friendship, trust, love?, strength, and determination. I also loved the movie, Jennifer Lawrence is excellent in the lead role, no one could have done a better job, she was made for this role.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27MN9O0L23830?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry Fore More Collins	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">There are very few books that I've read more than once. The Perks of Being a Wallflower is one (I think the count is up to 7 on that one), and now The Hunger Games is another. The first time I read this book, it was love at first word. I was utterly blown away by the world that Suzanne Collins created. It is seriously such a unique take on the whole ""the future looks pretty bleak"" theme. It's savage and terrible softened by a teenage love story that instantly transports me back to 1999 and I become a giddy girl rooting for Gale...no, wait Peeta...no, wait Gale.<br/><br/>Though it gets pretty cheesy at parts, I had to remind myself that this book was meant for a much younger audience than myself. Once you get past that and into the real meat of the story, it's truly unbelievable. Still one of the best book concepts I've ever come across.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZRVPU23G0022?ASIN=0439023521	I'm A Sucker For A Love Triangle	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After avoiding this series for quite a while, I finally broke down and purchased the first book to kill some time and I am so glad I did. Katniss is independent, complicated, and a bit of a tom-boy. With the help of her bestfriend Gale, Katniss was forced to step into the role of provider for her mother and younger sister after father was killed in an mining accident. After volunteering to take her younger sister's spot in the Hunger Games--a yearly event in which the name of one male and one female tribute from each of the 12 districts are drawn and forced to fight to the death until one is left--Katniss must use her hunting skills to stay alive. The Games are graphic and brutal and leave you unable to break from reading. The ending leaves you desperately needing more and you will find yourself purchasing the second book that same night.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZZESGZ6SL9S0?ASIN=0439023521	AN INCREDIBLE READ	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I first heard about this series 2 years ago but never got around to reading it then. Over the last 2 years I had picked it up so many times in book stores but I always put it back on the shelf, Then I found out it was being made into a movie I raced to my library and borrowed a copy, came home and jump right in.<br/><br/>I have only one thing to say WOW!!<br/><br/>This book has you sitting on the edge of your seat right from the first page, it grabs you and won't let go, it's that good. It has a bit of everything in it from action to romance even comedy. I was so hooked that I couldn't put it down.<br/><br/>After I finished reading it I went straight on Amazon and bought the next 2 books, which should be arriving in the next week or two.<br/><br/>Suzanne has written one hell of a novel and I'm excited to read the second and third parts.<br/><br/>AN INCREDIBLE READ!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3T23HL6I4KTM5?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was hesitant to read this book at first. The book jacket didn't sound all that appealing to me, but I had heard good things about it so I bought it. I am so glad I did! This is one of the best books that I've read in a really long time. I think this book is appropriate for adults as well as young adults/teens.  I am an adult who honestly felt a little bit sheepish reading this YA book, but the content and writing style doesn't feel childish in the least.  I found myself so absorbed in the world of Katniss that hours would pass and I didn't even take notice. I would recommend not to read this book (or the second, Catching Fire) unless you have some free time to devote to just reading. I cannot wait for the the third book to come out to finish up this trilogy. Now I'm off to hunt for books similar to this one to hold me over until August!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2R4KBZISJPF71?ASIN=0439023521	great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A great read, very interesting. I would highly recommend it. Words cannot describe the enjoyment I had for this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17M8R7NB191VM?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Really enjoyed it.  Like her style.  Defiantly a book I would recommend to others.  Always fun to read a good series.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SWR45J7O3O3U?ASIN=0439023521	Great book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Enjoyed the book. Well written. Characters are well developed. I read the entire series and enjoyed all of the books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GIB1R3ATD24G?ASIN=0439023521	Easy read, great storyline	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">wow! I couldn't bring myself to set this book down! it's fast paced and easy to read. This book is very well written.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IHOFD4L026RJ?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I finished this book in 24 hours.  I can't wait to read the next book.  I don't know why I waited so long to read it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3F2T6IXPV106G?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I do not know what to say but READ THIS BOOK!!!!!!<br/> It is amazing and interesting and I could not put it down!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZV4KBI62Z7Y1?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent story, very easy read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this by request from my 12 year old daughter, who loves this series. The book has a gruesome theme, but is told in an elegant manner so its not bad for that pre-teen to teen age at all. I started the book on a cross US flight and finished it before we landed on my kindle app. I was amazed at how quickly I was able to get through it. The story just flowed, and in some cases I felt like it maybe went too fast. Perhaps my only knock on it is that it would have been nice to get to know some of the characters little deeper.<br/><br/>The story reminds me of The Most Dangerous Game a bit, though this obviously a very different story. Similar theme of people hunting each other for sport. It also has a bit of The Lottery, to me. Both great stories.<br/><br/>I look forward to the rest of the series and highly recommend the Hunger Games.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DWTA0E7O6J0W?ASIN=0439023521	Bravo! This Book Is Outstanding!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is outstanding! I really don't any words in my very large vocabulary that can describe how truly great it is!<br/><br/>The Twilight days are long over, and it's time for The Hunger Games trilogy to take center stage! I believe that this series will be one that will last a life time. Even 50 years from now, I think girls around the world will still be falling in love with Peeta. They will still be comparing themselves to Katniss. And they will still be wishing Gale would make more apperances.<br/><br/>I know that this book is by far the best ever! It takes a very good book to become required reading in many, many schools. I found that this book was extremely hard to put down; I even read it while shopping! So just a word of caution, The Hunger Games is very addicting...<br/><br/>I strongly suggest reading this book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CB3600LYRE14?ASIN=0439023521	this gotsta be the best book ever like i am haha	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">when the day of the reaping came i was already enjoying the book...wich was i think on the second page and when katnis heard her sister get drawn out of a big basket she knew she had to do something. she did and there is also a boy drawn from all the districts and katnis comes from the girls round. when peta melark gets drawn he is alomost happy. after the girl he has liked for a realy long time katnis. now she had to go to the practiss and the other districts to interview herself.<br/><br/>after that is dont they have to train for the hunger games. even katnis was amaized that she had scored a eleven! that means you have a good chance of getting sponsers. sponsers will be droped by birds named mokingjays thses birds were moking birds and jabber jays when they mated they made mokingjays. then after that you will have to read the book yourself.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TULLNAOVAXLS?ASIN=0439023521	"A younger version of the ""Running Man"""	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well what can I say? It surpised me, in that I really liked this book. Lots of action and angst and really a wonderful romance is starting to take place but one of the main characters is fighting it. And really I can't blame her. Who knows whose to live or die. That makes it hard to hang on to someone. Anyway I'm digressing. I just wanted to say that I was putting off reading this book because of what the excerpts say and what I thought the premise of the book was. I felt it was just not my type of book. Boy was I wrong and I loved every minute of this book. The author told a really good story and drew me in. For those hold outs like me run and grab this book and read it. It is not what you'll expect. You will be very pleasantly surprised and in a good way. I definitely recomend this book. Now I'm going to have to see the movie!!(less)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JIEUJDTUFZ48?ASIN=0439023521	Pretty Intense!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So everyone I know who is a reader was reading or has read this book.  I decided to give it a try on my new Kindle (that I love by the way).  I don't like scary movies and I don't read sci-fi but i was curious.  I do have to admit...I wanted to know how it ended but it was pretty violent and graphic.  I am glad I read it but I am not in any rush to read about the end of humanity as we know it.  It is just too much of a downer for me.  Kids killing kids because they are forced to by the goverment.  I get the BIG picture but choose to ignore it.  Real life is tough enough for so many and this just was too weird for me and too depressing.  I will leave the other 2 books for the big sci-fi folks.  I do have to say however that I could picture everything that Ms. Collins was writing about and I think that was half the problem for me.Thanks.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RS27YHAC0DBB6?ASIN=0439023521	Exciting story, brilliant writing, another clueless heroine	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am a fan of the series. The premise, the plot, the characters are all very well thought out. The writing is biting and the ideas provoking and sharp. As with many heroines of our time, Katniss is rather clueless about most things outside hunting, food or taking care of her family basic needs. I understand that she is suppose to be about 17 years old, no one excepts her to pass pearls of wisdom about life, love and relationships. I also understand that her mother wasn't there for her and she basically had to grow up fast to take care of herself and her little sister. But surely a hormone ridden teenager knows at least a thing or two about boys.<br/><br/>That said the parts of the book including Peeta and Katniss were painful, almost cringe worthy. The rest was brilliant and I will gladly go back to this series time and time again.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3N5SJRYMVGUEM?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed the book. I liked how Katniss had her flaws. It is nice to see a heroine who isn't perfect to the point that she gets on my nerves. Some things I liked were the fact Katniss volunteer in the ripping in the place of her sister, when Katniss placed flowers around a fallen tribute who had become her ally and sung to her as she died.<br/><br/>One thing I didn't like was how Katniss assumed that Peeta was in the same page as her with the faking to be in love role. I hate it when people assume things. Katniss did somethings that might seem selfless, but when she talked about if she returned to the district without Peeta people would be angry—or something like that— it made me think that she just saved Peeta because she was afraid of what the people in district 12 would think of her. That's what I caught from her inner thoughts.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3V91LNPR3RVEW?ASIN=0439023521	I Love Discovering Great New Series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I tried resisting the ""fad"", since I really don't like getting into things only because they're ""popular"", but the more I heard about this book the more I felt as though it really was something I would probably like. So, finally, I had to read it, especially in light of the upcoming movie. It turns out that it really is quite exciting and a fun read. Perhaps not very original (the core story idea dates all the way back to Greek mythology, and has been recycled many times since), but reused in a new way so you don't feel as though you really know the story already. It's a very entertaining book that kept me riveted throughout, and I'll definitely be reading the rest of the trilogy right away. If you like Young Adult fantasy/action/post-apocalyptic fiction, then you'll really enjoy this book, and I highly recommend it.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/REUMFMSI5UTAO?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wasn't sure I would like this book. It seemed like a very dark concept... and it was. But I really REALLY enjoyed this book. I usually enjoy longer novels (Wheel of Time, Game of Thrones, Way of Kings etc...) but I really found this to be a fantastic story and I couldn't put it down. In fact it held my attention better than most book do.<br/><br/>There were a few parts where I think the author could have given some more details, where I had to go back and read the paragraphs a few times (and sometimes still couldn't figure out exactly what was going on). Sometimes this was to dramatic effect, but sometimes I feel I just missed a piece of info. This is probably my fault, so maybe this isn't really useful.<br/><br/>But that's a sorry excuse for a complaint. Really there isn't much to not like about this book. It's so very good.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2M3LV9MLAUWW3?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Didn't know if I would get into it like I did with Harry Potter, or Twilight.  DEFINITELY my new book obsession!  :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1G1ON7518CJNU?ASIN=0439023521	loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book has so much detail, the movie isn't even close to as good as the book. I would suggest this book to anyone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39RBA7D4VMTPK?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games reveiw	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I like this book because it is great.<br/>I dislike it because of the main character doesn't want children. Thanks.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FDVZQGODOEQ8?ASIN=0439023521	A++++	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A+++++   i have to admit this is the first book that i have ever read the whole thing and am gonna read the next one</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21XCFHTAHDJUG?ASIN=0439023521	Amazed	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie before reading the book. After reading The Hunger Games my mind was blown. This is a must read book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R381EDYKLDS4FJ?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is one of those stories that you do not want to stop reading.  Everybody is reading this one and so should you!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16QLVZ12YNL4U?ASIN=0439023521	5 stars!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is a riveting story that hooks you in the first few pages. I couldn't put it down the first time and read it just as eagerly the second time. The characters are complex and likable, the story is well paced with action and good dialog with just enough romance to soften it. The concept is devastating and has the reader caring about these people and this world right from the onset. Katniss is good to the core, but is unpolished and awkward enough to be believable and likable (I don't like it when authors create heroines that are seemingly perfect). Peeta is strong in all the ways Katniss is not, which makes for an interesting relationship. Even the side characters are interesting and complex. It is very well written and so easy to fall into and forget where you really are. I highly recommend reading The Hunger Games!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTTEJOLPZEUMC?ASIN=0439023521	Challenge	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">To be honest I watched the movie and I expect to find some more details in the book, and I do. Even though the movie was really good with all that cool bluish color  the director use to reflect the story, but the book was something beyond the imagination.<br/>I am a great fan of anime, and  there is some thing in common between this an Code Grass, where the empire take ride of the the word and name countries by number, eleven for Japan. The people of the other countries became second class citizens and by the leadership of zero they try to form a rebellion against the empire. The same thing happening in the gladiator movie, when Maximus challenging the empire.<br/>Unlike some foolish story about romance and superpowers heroes, there is a big thought and philosophy behind this book.<br/>If you like Gladiator, you will like this.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3P6KRWG19TBZC?ASIN=0439023521	Pleasantly Surprised	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So, I have to start off and say that this is not a book I would have normally picked up. I recently received the kindle as a gift and was anxious to start building up my library, and this book seemed to keep popping up (and it was cheap), so I bought it. I was hooked from the start. This is simply a book that you cannot put down once you start, I would read for hours on end, not wanting to put the book down because i was so anxious to see what was going to happen next. It is engaging, exciting, and definitely full of unexpected twists and turns. The book is a very easy read, yet manages to capture the feelings, visuals, and scenery perfectly, allowing you to ""put yourself in the book"", and get lost. I finished the book over a course of three days and am definitely planning on purchasing the other two books to complete the trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2H92MC3AZYWOT?ASIN=0439023521	Thought provoking quick read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had seen press about this series here and there, but hadn't thought much about it until my friend's 14 yr old told me it was her favorite book. I loved that it made her think about so many issues, from the necessity of questioning/challenging authority in order for a society to function in a healthy way to the sheer idiocy and cruelness of reality TV!<br/><br/>The series did not disappoint. The first couple of chapters of the first book are a bit slow (lots of character development, very little by way of plot), but the action (and strong political message) intensifies quickly after that and continues through all three books.<br/><br/>In short: It's a quick read (I finished the trilogy in about 3 weeks. If I hadn't been so busy during those weeks I likely would have finished it in 3 days), but incredibly thought-provoking. Highly recommend.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7YR31QZI4FKU?ASIN=0439023521	Different	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games was different than any other book I'd read before, and I enjoyed that. The plot line was fresh and the characters alive in the country of Panem. I work at a library, so I knew about the book when it came out, and of course, heard and saw the hype over this book. Then Catching Fire came out, and same thing. Still, however, I had not read the books, thinking that it was something it was not. I didn't think it was age appropriate for me- by this I mean I presumed the book was for younger children. But then my teacher read it, and began to talk about it all the time, as did my best friend, so I picked it up.<br/>I couldn't put it down! I was so intrigued by the plot and the characters that now I am reading Mockingjay, the third book it the series. I recommend it to everyone who needs something good and different to read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBT19HDRZ1K9W?ASIN=0439023521	Good light reading to share with your kids	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am an adult who read this book because my grandkids and some Sunday School kids were reading it.  (I didn't assign it.  They were reading it anyway)  It held my interest and kept me turning pages.  I was entertained.  We got some good discussions from it.  Kids at church even gave a presentation for ""kids time"" from it on decision making.  I'd suggest being careful about who is reading it if the reading list is your choice. Sexual implications would be safely over the head of younger adolescents. It is mild and they no doubt have seen and heard worse.  Violence would be more my concern.  Children are being killed and killing each other in a bizarre pattern of oppression.  None of the kids had bad dreams or other concerns.  All of the kids enjoyed it.  All enjoyed it enough to go on and read the rest of the trilogy.  (So did I).</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3M8B55ZX36FMG?ASIN=0439023521	Eager For More	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had just started hearing about this series now that the first movie is coming out.  I did a little research on what it was about and decided to give it a shot.  I received the book on Tuesday, started reading it on Wednesday and finished yesterday (Sunday)!  (And I'm a notoriously SLOW reader)!  I couldn't put it down!  The intensity of the plot line and the interesting sci-fi esque futuristic US is something to wrap ones head around.  It's a lot to take in and it's non stop action.  One can really get a sense of the whirlwind life the characters are experiencing.  I've ordered the second book (Catching Fire) and can't wait to get my hands on it.  I wasn't expecting the ending to be so gripping that I'd be itching for more.  But here I am and can't wait until it arrives!  In the meantime....I'm thinking of re-reading the first!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JU37JP9VGN5F?ASIN=0439023521	HIGHLY RECOMMENDED! (let me tell you how I feel about it, I don't give details of the actual story).	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I highly recommend this book to anyone! I started this book and finished the third book in a matter of a few days. You would think that being a teen book it would be less appealing to any older generation, but in fact I am 27y/o and was recommended to read it by someone a few years older than I. I'm normally a romance novel kinda person but this little series gave me a whole new view of what else is out there. Through the entire book (actually through all three books) the auther gives you a visual of what all the surroundings look like, what the people look like, the feelings that the story teller is having and so on, you get the idea. It was so real and intense that I was actually having dreams about it! It's suspenseful, heroic, dramatic, passionate, and I could go on and on. I'm actually thinking about reading it again soon!.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RV2MNVC4ZNAA3?ASIN=0439023521	Something completely different.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After numerous people told me to read this book I finally gave in &amp; bought a copy, well I was not disappointed. I had heard a variety of<br/>opinions on the subject matter so I read with an open mind. This is an unusual book in fact I had flashbacks of Spartacus as well as the daily dose of, in your face Reality TV, which I have no interest in. But the ingredients work &amp; the reader finds themselves on an emotional roller coaster of a ride. I'm sure the book appeals to different people on different  levels, depending on the age group &amp; their experiences in life. Despite being futuristic, our heroine is living in a time when her number one priority is survival &amp; to what lengths she has to go to preserve that. No texting, tweeting, facebook, email or smartphone for her or her loved ones it's back to basics. Now there's a concept.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OK0STEIBIS1B?ASIN=0439023521	Love everything about this book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is a fabulous book. The entire story line keeps you hooked and you never want to put the book down. I read this book in one day because I was so hooked. The author creates such vivid detail you can see it all happening in your head as you read. I would recommend this book to anyone for just a good read. If you are a movie fan as well these books set you up for the first and only movie that is out right now and it just creates a great atmosphere in every area. It can be a little intense sometimes and sometimes a tear jerk-er but those elements really just add to the book as a whole. If you are looking for just a solid read that you cannot put down then this is the book for you. The other bonus is it is not just one book; it is a series so when you are finished with this first one you still have two more books:)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AHEXE492RDYP?ASIN=0439023521	Easy read, VERY well written!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I received the trilogy as a Christmas gift this year and have already read all three. The books are an easy read and Suzanne Collins does a great job of making the characters ones I could relate to.<br/><br/>This book sets up the back story of Panem, the districts, and the history of the Hunger Games. The Capital controls the games and the districts, and the tributes in the arena are just kids. Collins starts the book off dramatically with the main character, Katniss, volunteering to go to the deadly Hunger Games in her little sister's place, and she manages to show the struggle for survival in the games while still trying to be a decent human being.  Katniss's little sister reminds me of my sister, so the story grabbed me from the beginning.<br/><br/>I recommend the whole series, but have a box of tissues ready when you get to the last book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2AIOBUL15940K?ASIN=0439023521	Beware....Super Addictive	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games was a fascinating read. Through the perspective of a teenager (Katniss) set in the future where the government (the Capitol) controls 13 (well 12) districts surrounding it. The Capitol is all high and mighty and no one shall defy it...or else. In order to keep things running smoothly and to ensure their power over the districts, they require each district to send a boy and girl to an arena where they fight to the death.(Yes, it sounds morbid and horrifying for a young adult series, but it's good I promise.) It's more than surviving, it's staying true to yourself as a human being in the arena, no matter what the government throws at you.<br/><br/>This series has three books, all amazing, all worth the read. And like I said in my title, they're addictive.<br/><br/>Now read this book...""and may the odds be ever in your favor!""</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MAKPB0M77UZD?ASIN=0439023521	Engaging though predictable.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Yes, this book is near identical to the Battle Royale series and yes, there are a plethora of elements throughout that reek of unoriginality but, let's face it, it's very hard to find any genuinely new ideas these days and, despite being stale, The Hunger Games does provide you with all the must-have elements that guarantee a good read. It's got romance, action, courage, strength against injustice, love triangles, fashion; everything a girl needs to keep her entertained. My nine-year old brother and I thoroughly enjoyed every moment of this book and look forward to what's to come in the next of the series.<br/><br/>Not the best book I've ever read but certainly not the worst.<br/><br/>A small note though: lay of the ""I say"" ""He says"" ""She say"", in most cases they're utterly unnecessary and they're used entirely too much.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17TP7KR0UMC7U?ASIN=0439023521	the hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Oh my god!!!! I knew I would love this book when I read the first sentence of the summary. this book has it all in my view and I think Collins language was good though not as good as harper lees but much better than stephanie meyers. The book is a love triangle but the world in which it takes place is fascinating. I like this book because I feel like I could live there because I know the history , politics and the way society works which really makes a book. I started reading the hunger games in 2010 during the christmas break and I turned page after page I was wondering how on earth is it that this book isnt in the charts . It was a matter of days beore it became number one and after the movie even the most reluctant readers have tried this book and that Ms.Collins has encouraged many children to read and should be proud.=)</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HO3UXNG2L2JQ?ASIN=0439023521	BEST.BOOK.EVER!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">RIVETING! I could not put this book down, in fact, I finished the whole series within 5 days. If you loved the Twilight series, you'll love The Hunger Games series. If you HATED Twilight, you will still LOVE The Hunger Games series. Katniss makes up for all of Bella's deficiencies.<br/>Collins proves herself a master at creating a world that feels so real you can't help but give a damn. She creates a believable post-apocalyptic dystopia with a sadistic head of state capable of the worst kind of crimes against humanity. Her characters are well-developed, wonderful and flawed all at once. But despite the machinations of the Capitol, humanity lives on. Hopefully young readers will see the parallels between Panem and the US, how quickly one could transform to the other if we allow our freedoms to slip away in the name of security.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14GGIO4VWN60L?ASIN=0439023521	Great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved the main characters. They are full of life and mystery. Only wondering why I have waited so long to read  it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MGN0NNMA0GMY?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZINGLY AWESOME!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I luv this book. It's so exiting and fun! I would recommend this book to anyone who likes adventure and excitement.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2EA7SWBQWW04F?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Could not put it down!!!!  i  can not,wait to     start reading the next book and see what happens next with  them!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RU7WDKU9F0PY7?ASIN=0439023521	Very good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I actually didn't realize that there was a book, ""The Hunger Games"" for a while. I decided that I wanted to find out if there was a book about this moving that had peaked my interest a month or so before it hit the theaters. To my surprise, there was not only one book, but a trilogy. I read through ""The Hunger Games"" in a period of about 30 hours (obviously not 30 hours straight). It was a book that was easy to read, easy to understand and it painted a vibrant picture in my mind as I read it. Suzanne Collins did not waste so much time on the tiniest details, which make some book extremely hard to get through, instead she left a great deal to the reader's imagination. I really like that aspect of these books. I think it is a wonderful book, and trilogy, for today's young adults. I look forward to reading more by this author.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14ZNHNGMQCSWQ?ASIN=0439023521	A great adventure for more than teenagers	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was such a great story! I bought the book and read it in one day! I didn't know it was geared towards teenagers until I started to read it. By that time I really didn't care. I loved the characters and the whole idea of what could happen if our country fell to war and how the next generations would continue on. The whole games idea reminded me of a Stephen King novella I read called ""the long walk"" where kids would have to keep walking and if they stopped they would be killed. And there could only be one victor who would be taken care of for the rest of his life. This novel follows a similar idea although it went into more detail about preparing for the games and the different ways the gamekeepers set traps to kill them off one by one. Definitely worth reading and then read the next 2 books to find out how it all ends.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R66X4AIBDZ47A?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought this book not knowing exactly what to expect. I have seen it at my local bookstore under the young adult section, and because of that reason it never interested me. I ran out of books to read this summer that were already on my list, so I was browsing the Kindle ebooks and stumbled across Hunger Games. How can you not read a book that has maintained such good ratings with 2000+ reviews? I read it and LOVED it. I devoured all three books in less than 48 hours. It is unlike anything I have ever read; the story is bittersweet but so true to itself. Suzanne doesn't hold back any punches, and it is a wild ride through every single page. It's definitely not for you if you like quintessential happy endings. Hunger Games is going on my must read again shelf without a doubt! Warning: this book is not for the faint of heart.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3D7L597EODEMX?ASIN=0439023521	Wow! What a page turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I first heard one of my friends talking about this book, I thought it was a little disturbing for my taste. They finally talked me into reading it and I was so impressed. When I went to find it in the library I was very surprised to find it in the teen book area. Don't let the category fool you. While this is not a book filled with large, intellectual words; it is a page turner with a very powerful message. Standing up for what you believe in! The thing I liked the most about this book was the feeling that Suzanne Collins was not too far off in the events that lead up to Panem being the way it is in her book. She makes it seem possible that we as a country really could end up like this if something is not done now. I think every teenage child and adult should read this book, it will stay with you forever. 5 stars!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16OR2LC5V4S2U?ASIN=0439023521	Never judge a book by its summary, wow.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I first read the summary for this book at a bookstore, I almost threw it on the ground and wanted to stomp it as a rip-off of Battle Royale. However, I knew that wouldn't be fair since I haven't even read it yet. Half a year passes by and I decided to finally read it due to all the hype. I WAS NOT DISAPPOINTED! Wow, this book even became a favorite of mine. To all you out there who think this will be another cheesy copy of Battle Royale, you should read it for yourself and become addicted like I am. Yes, the general plot is similar (a country forcing kids to kill each other each year in a tournament to keep the economy stable) but somehow The Hunger Games pulled off a different story line altogether with Collins' own interesting twists. I highly recommend this book if you're into post-apocalyptic/dystopian fiction.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2B1AJ5LCKEOYC?ASIN=0439023521	OMFG OMFG FANTABULOUS	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I honestly HATE reading, always have, I never read books. Give me a book with 100 pages and it will take me 3 months minimum. Then one of my friends recommened it to me. I was like sure, but honestly I was sure i wasnt gonna like it but then....... BAM! Once you pass chapter 4 you eyes LITERALLY cant get off the book. My parents told me to stop reading (surprisingly) so I did, but found my self lost in the amazing book, in less then 2 minutes i started reading again! Its easy to read, not TOO much vocabulary, its for boy and girls! You LITERALLY fall in love witht hte book and the characters.......... im team Peeta ;]  But its sooooooo Intersting I dont know how to describe I would BE in the Hunger Games, kill, die for that book! BEST.BOOK.EVER. Oh i do read class books so I have read many books, just not in my free time</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TZ31XANGXP6U?ASIN=0439023521	Couln't put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I cannot believe I have waited this long to read this book! I am absolutely obsessed. I can't wait to start the next one. Actually right after this I am starting Catching Fire. Every chapter in this book ended with a sentence that makes you keep reading. And if I wasn't reading the book, I kept thinking about Katniss and when I could sneak in a couple more chapters during class. I can definitely see what all the hype is about.<br/><br/>The romance in this book definitley won me over (not surprising, I'm a sucker for romance). My heart goes out to Peeta and I'm hoping things get better for him and Katniss in the next book.<br/><br/>This trilogy is totally addictive and I'm going to wrap this up so I can go get my hands on the next book.<br/><br/>If you still haven't read this trilogy, I recommend you get to it as soon as possible.<br/><br/>[...]</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3M8GQRURN5D6S?ASIN=0439023521	Hard to put down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I originally bought the first book because the concept of the story was interesting.  I didn't think that I would get so involved so quickly, but I soon found it hard to put down!  This trilogy is one of the best I have read in a long time.  I was pulled in from the first chapter, and found myself quickly pouring through the rest of the series.  I am recommending this series to my friends and family, and have just started to re-read it again.  The second time around you can catch things you didn't notice the first time, and even though you know the out come, it is still worth the time.  I never make reviews, but I felt that this trilogy deserved recognition for its wonderful and captivating story.  Believe me when I say it is well worth your time!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3J11FQGNR49EI?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is not a genre I usually read and I was quite reluctant to start the trilogy.Only the fact that a movie was made of the story made me read it.<br/>What a pleasant surprise!<br/>The story starts off nice and quickly,immediately pulling you into that world.A place and character (Catniss) you are soon familiar with.Such a fresh scene and an easy read.A very nice change and escape.<br/>I could't put down the Hunger games when it came to the last 5 or so chapters!<br/>I immediately ordered the second book.(that carried on a bit at a stage,but not discussed here)<br/>I have to say,however,that it is an easy read and should be read for easy entertainment.Readers shouldn't expect a lot of intrique and a complex or challenging plot.Also maybe just for the ladies and teens.<br/>I enjoyed it a lot and am glad I read it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SGPENEL6Q3B1?ASIN=0439023521	Won over.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have always had a very strong antipathy towards books using first person, present tense. Ms. Collins has won me over. At first I didn't like it, but as the wonderful story pulled me in, it just faded into the background. I loved the characters. They carried the book. Because of them, I could get past the parts that seemed too sketchy like the technology to keep cameras on the tributes at all times, even inside a fortified cave-like structure. I could accept this failing because I cared so much for Katniss and Peeta. There were a few other parts of the world building that weren't quite rock solid, but it didn't matter. Even though I knew this was a trilogy, I found the ending a bit abrupt. Regardless of the little things that I didn't like, the overall book is a great read. I now understand why it has such a following.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVXFBI2HR7FTU?ASIN=0439023521	Great series, however, know your children	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">""The Hunger Games"" and following books in the trilogy are fast paced and extremely engaging, however its rating of ""young adult"" may be slightly young for many readers.  The violence and ""sex appeal"" are not sensationalized in the trilogy which gives the book a definite plus, but for many children under the age of 14, may be too graphic (depending again on the child).  The real reason behind my opinion of this series being wrongly rated is the political undertones.  Knowing from my own personal experience, I would not have picked up on the political undertones when I was even 15, but at 24 they stand out even greater than the teen romance which many people seem to focus on.  I seriously recommend this book, and series, to parents (who should read it before their children to get a feel for the severity of the messages).</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4YLRK7L64J6B?ASIN=0439023521	Good book already.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book I'm sure will be very good I have heard it being talked about many times. I love the storyline and the suspense involved in it. I will definitely finish this book quickly on my Kindle Fire. The only bad thing about ordering this book is that it costs $5 almost and there are no refunds whatsoever. At least that I can find. I bought this book and then my sister told me that I could read hers. If you know if I can get this refunded please tell me in a comment. Anyway back to the book I amvery excited to read it Kindle or not. I'm sure it will be amazing. Suzanne Collins made it easy to spend lots of time with. I keep wanting to read it and I'm not even done with the second chapter. Good job although I haven't rated this yet I probably will rate it 5 stars based on others' reviews and what I've read of it so far.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1G8G8PC7DULQ4?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movies	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Better than the movies for sure. I think the cinematic expression captures this book well. I like the detail of the characters thoughts and surroundings to fill in where the movie falls short. The story of a simple girl trying to survive thrust into a whole other level of survival and living to tell the tale gives me a vivid picture of her life. I thought her feelings toward Gale would be more straightforward, but this is written more like real life feelings are- confusing and ever changing.  This book makes me wonder what if people were just up front and honest about their thoughts all the time if it would save a great deal of time and heart ache or if people could not keep up with or handle the ever changing spectrum that we all deal with everyday and through time.  Glad I read this book. Now ready for the next one.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35ELGQNY966MK?ASIN=0439023521	HIghly Original	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I think what sets this book about from all the other young adults books on the market right now, is it's highly original concept. In the future the government has instituted a mandatory game that must be played by one male and one female from what are now twelve remaining 'districts' in what is left of the former USA. The contestants are chosen at random, are between the ages of 12-18, and the goal is simple: Kill all the others and be the last person standing. The 'game' is televised and is a national sensation. The book is about one girl in the group, Katmiss, and her fight to stay alive. A simple construct that play up the brutality and senselessness of war, Collins had definitely churned out a page turner for all ages. I have absolutely no idea where the second book will go, but am more than curious to find out.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GEZNVVACIJB0?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome book kept me from start to finish. Book 2 here I come. Then 3 then the film's. Hope they are just as good.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XIFO2I4CRGRY?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Mistakenly saw the movie first. Book is great. This is coming from someone who never reads. I highly recommend it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NQ18TOOQBQFI?ASIN=0439023521	Scary	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book has left an effect on me!!!! :) need 2nd book<br/>Please ????????????? Loved it ! !  Gale must be sad:(</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QANKHC6QHDC?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really liked The Hunger Games and the two sequels. They kept me entertained and wanting to know more.  very good</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11YTQKWB8U7SR?ASIN=0439023521	Great read, a must!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Really engaging story - couldn't put it down! One of the best books I've read for ages. Would highly recommend it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMW4RUEMFN5KW?ASIN=0439023521	excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was amazing. I read it after I watched the movie so the movie gave it away but still didn't take from it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2W3JM2E13V9AB?ASIN=0439023521	Good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed the book. I am looking forward to starting the next book in the trilogy.  I recommend the book to others</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24H1WAJOXOUR?ASIN=0439023521	Very entertaining book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Really enjoyed it. Totally worth the time. Can wait to start the next one. I hope there is a remake for the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3ELA4D8WNL56Y?ASIN=0439023521	Very good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suggested by my granddaughters.  Can't wait to read second and third books.  I am told they are excellent as well.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1E4B7Y4SO2WFS?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing... Simply Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I usually don't write reviews, but for The Hunger Games, I'm going to make an exception. While the narrative is certainly meant for Young Adults, the themes of this novel are anything but childish. Deep, exciting prose is the hallmark of The Hunger Games, and its pace makes this an unforgettable book. Top it off with gutwrenching scenes, and you've really got yourself a winner. Hope Lionsgate doesn't screw it up too badly!<br/><br/>Its much cheaper to buy the trilogy on the Kindle of course, but word to the wise, there's a problem with fonts in this version and you'll find yourself changing the fonts every here and there. Its not fatal, and for the amount you saved instead of buying the books, its well worth it. Just wish the publishers would fix it.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14JWO08VN96OP?ASIN=0439023521	YA dystopian fiction with strong female lead	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love a good post-apocalyptic action/drama. I love it when the author includes details in the plot that hark back to our world/time, for example when the characters find an ""ancient"" item and wonder what on earth we used it for and then find a new and usually weird use of their own for it. I liked that Collins didn't shy away from the action, didn't try to blunt it and make it bloodless - it's an action movie in a book - there's supposed to be ACTION and fighting and blood. Without proper action scenes and a little gruesomeness the book would lose a lot of its appeal (and they probably wouldn't have made a movie of it either). I would give the book a rating of 16+ due to the violence, I don't think anyone under the age of 16 should watch a movie like this, so they shouldn't read a book like this under the age of 16.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIQHXF6P2Q7SR?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was one of those who watched the movie before reading the book. I didn't see what all the hubbub was about, but thought the movie was good none the less. I was intrigued by the story line and wanted to read the book and I'm thoroughly happy I did. I was engrossed almost immediately and after the second chapter, I had a hard time putting it down. There were some chapters that seemed to drag on a little more than I wanted, but it wasn't too upsetting to give the book a less-than-five-star rating. The movie does no justice for the character Katniss. To understand who she really is and get a more indebted look at her personality, you must read the book. There is truly more to this story the book holds that the movie leaves out. A good read I have already recommended to some. I look forward to finishing out the series!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36ILPYV6MRCBV?ASIN=0439023521	Well Worth Reading, But Too Exciting to Read At Bedtime!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is a book that's easy to get engrossed in.  It's one of those books that will probably have you hooked by the end of the second page.  It's a very fast paced book where the plot seems to move at the speed of a movie.  In fact, as I read through it, I could easily visualize it scene by scene as a movie. So, don't start reading this at bedtime unless you plan to stay up all night reading!<br/><br/>The premise of this book is horrific--the main focus is on kids battling each other to the death in a futuristic gladiator-type arena.  So, that gave me a second reason to not read this book at bedtime--it was unsettling enough to give me nightmares.<br/><br/>However, this book is a great read.  It's right up there with Orson Scott Card's Ender's Game as a tale of a youth who has fate of the world riding on their shoulders.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LTD1KB4LQ079?ASIN=0439023521	Great read for all ages	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm one of those dorks that routinely looks up the latest must reads and peruses recommendations. So, I've heard of The Hunger Games for a while now and even received a glowing recommendation about it. However, I dismissed the book and series as for children. In addition, the book is advertised as being science fiction, which I was not a fan of.<br/><br/>Then, one day I decided why not spend $5 on this book. It was the best $5 I've spent in a while. There are no words to describe how much I enjoyed reading the Hunger Games. I quickly purchased the other two books in the series and read all them in the course of 3 days on the beach.<br/><br/>I highly recommend this book for everyone. If you want to save a few bucks, you can buy the trilogy instead of each book at once. Don't worry about not liking the series, you will love it!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JCIF9VSIXSWN?ASIN=0439023521	Great book for anyone who loves a compelling story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games series is my favorite set of fiction books. I'm normally a nonfiction reader. This has everything: a nearly impossible situation, a strong hero and an overall setting that is so compelling. Then the story gets a twist to make the hero a heroine. Katniss is the protector and provider for her family from an early age. Peeta has more peacemaker in him and is less willing to resort to violence when normally the male characters are the first to fight. You've got oppressive govt against simple people just trying to live their lives. Katniss has her faults and sometimes you want to do an intervention, give her a shake and tell her to quit being a stubborn idiot. She's a dystopian Joan of Arc in some ways. I read all three of the books last December in the space of ten days. I could not get enough of them.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QCLYHPCWFMN4?ASIN=0439023521	Captivating!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read the sample and knew I wanted to keep reading more. I decided to purchase the book, after all, it five dollars isn't too bad for a best sellter. Once I began I was hooked. I read the whole book within two days. I couldn't put it down. I liked the actions scenes and enjoyed how I became nervous, almost holding my breath, whenever something exciting or action-filled was happening. I don't usually read anything other than romance. I could usually predict what I'm reading and know who the main character will end up with, that could get pretty boring. It's not like that with Hunger Games. There's a slight love story but that's not the main part of the story. There's so much more and I enjoyed it a lot. I'm glad I purchased this book. It's definetly something I could come back to and re-read sometime in the future.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMWIRP5IZC1SX?ASIN=0439023521	Highly Recommended! Amazing read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I admit I was a little skeptical.  I found this book because Stephenie Meyer recommended it on her website.  I, like many others, have the read The Twilight Series, and have been searching for books that hook me in like those did.  Quite a few have been a little disappointing, however, when I finally got around to giving Hunger Games a try, that all changed.<br/><br/>This book hooks you in immediately.  The development of the characters is excellent and you really feel for the main character Katniss. The book is brutal and violent and at some points, a little disturbing.  I literally had moments where my mouth was hanging open in disbelief because of what had just occurred.  This books sucks you in though and it's an absolutely amazing read.  One warning, once you pick it up, it'll be pretty hard to put it down. Enjoy!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BYPT14K69SA9?ASIN=0439023521	Worth Reading!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I just finished the first book of The Hunger Games trilogy. I must say, it was interesting, suspenseful and the main characters were enduring.<br/>But...I wanted a little more background of Katniss and Gale. The book spent a few pages detailing their relationship but I didn't feel Katniss was very connected to Gale. Because of this, it was easy for me to root for Peeta (and why wouldn't I?!). I also wasn't thrilled with the ending of the first book...I know we are left hanging because it is book one but it seemed to just abruptly end. I needed just a little more closure. As for the mutants at the end-how was this possible and why does the Capitol have the authority to do such a thing? (We need more info/background!) Perhaps it will be explained later.<br/>It was great book and I am looking forward to the film :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R369JM9P2EASK4?ASIN=0439023521	Do not underestimate this book!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is absolutely amazing! At first, I was reluctant to read it, since so many people had hyped it up, but I was shocked by how  great it was. It is comparable to Harry Potter! I couldn't put this book down and  had to get the second and the third immediately after I finished. The characters will become part of you as soon as the plot thickens. Definitely give yourself a vacation to read this, because you WILL NOT PUT IT DOWN! Some people try to compare it to Twilight because of a similar plot twist, but for Twilight haters, don't be afraid. For Twilight lovers, you will absolutely love this. I can not wait until this movie comes out,  even though, in my opinion, the cast does not portray the characters to their fullest! Make sure to have a gift card or credit card near by to purchase the rest of the series!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3E5CGYSXAFD9A?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a book that i was completely unable to put down. I start reading it with the inanition of reading it slowly over a week or so during my spare time. That did not happen at all. Ended up reading the book in one night. Collins has herself a great book here and the second one does not disappoint either. The characters are well thought out and the plot is just absolutely brilliant. I don't want to spoil any plot so just do yourself a favor and read. I haven't started the third book yet because i literally just put down the second but I will be reading that one as well. WARNING: if you have something important to do, DO NOT start reading because you will not be able to put it down.<br/><br/><a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Catching-Fire-The-Second-Book-of-the-Hunger-Games/dp/0439023491"">Catching Fire (The Second Book of the Hunger Games)</a><br/><a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Mockingjay-The-Hunger-Games-Book-3/dp/0439023513"">Mockingjay (The Hunger Games, Book 3)</a></span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5XAKNDNGPIBH?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book.it was sad that death was involved but I couldn't stop reading .I can't wait to see the  movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3ISL6K8N4VAOB?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games Review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked this book. The relentless action, the twists of romance, and surprising moments made it hard to put down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPQ6SI614EKML?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put the book down. Read it in one afternoon. Can't wait to read the next chapter. Recommend to anyone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FU2D3O22KRS5?ASIN=0439023521	great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">at first, it was hard to get into, but then it was hard to put it down ! Couldn't wait to se what happened next !</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6XY7I3R8X8UA?ASIN=0439023521	A good read ...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book lived- up to it's hype ... We'll written, engrossing , emotional, and it sucked me into the story-line.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRZXTUUZUJ9RH?ASIN=0439023521	janae	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was way better than the movie, the movie left out a lot of details, the book gives a better description</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3U4ZPL169V3IW?ASIN=0439023521	Loved this book...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Although the premise is horrifying, I was captivated and can't<br/>Wait for the next book! This was a great read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2M3YS6RUHHU28?ASIN=0439023521	it is awsome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book series i bet the other books are going to be interesting.your book series is going to be awsome!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHVAAOR1BEBT9?ASIN=0439023521	A modern day classic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As the book begins it takes you to a world that seems unbelievable but as you read on and the Hunger Games begin Katniss Everdeen shows light on the propaganda and cruelty that is enforced by the Capital. The Hunger games takes one on an adventure through the emotions and limitations of love, fear and desperation. It shows worlds of need and starvation to a world of gluttony and surplus. In a sense this trilogy is on the same lines as George Orwell's Animal Farm and is a good read for all age classes. It truly is our modern day version of a classic. Its a book you will find difficult to put down and will transfix any one of any age. After reading The Hunger Games you will find it difficult not to carry on to the the next two books in the trilogy. A must read on all accounts!!<a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Hunger-Games/dp/0439023521"">The Hunger Games</a></span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4FX22IQU4B5X?ASIN=0439023521	One Of My Favorite Books!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is my first review, so excuse me for not being all that detailed. As a 16 year old, I would never read ""young adult books"" not my type of books. My type of books are not as they call it, placed in my age. However, this book was the one that changed my mind. The whole book was well written, the characters had unique traits to them. You could really feel what they were going through, and that I could relate. I could not put this book down, really I'm not lying. I took it to school, and almost finished it the very same day. There was so many things going on in the book, suspense, romance, somewhat humor, I could go on, but you get the idea. This is a Must Buy Book! It is completely work it. I hope my review helped for someone who is still not sure of buying this book, so I will say this, ""buy it""<br/><br/>-Erick  :3</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMWA1D6MC31G8?ASIN=0439023521	Perfect for anyone	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely enjoyed this book. I am going to be teaching High School students soon and I wanted to see what they are reading so I picked this book up. I couldn't put it down. This book is perfect for all ages and sexes. It has so many different themes playing out that it is perfect for teachers and students alike. As I mentioned before, being appropriate for both sexes at that age is a difficult undertaking for any author. Suzanne Collins does this in an unbelievable way. She is able to grab the boys with having a boy and girl main character and the acts of violence that they must do to survive, while she can still hold on to the girls with the main character and a bit of a love story. I recommended this book for anyone and I am currently reading the second one in the series and are not disappointed on it yet!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IFV2Y3WL7E3N?ASIN=0439023521	An Unforgettable Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought this book on Christmas Day, as it was one of Amazon's $5 deals. I'd heard the title before, possibly when the third book came out this summer, and decided to give it a shot.<br/><br/>WOW. Wow, wow, wow. This book exceeded my best expectations. I've been an avid reader since the moment I learned how. And this book easily fits in the top 10 best books Ive ever read, and the shortlist of books I'll read more than once. I've already started rereading it, less than two days after finishing it the first time. And it's just as riveting the second time through. The premise was engaging, the writing style drew me in, and I was hooked as soon as I picked it up. I found myself so involved that I was saying ""No!"" out loud at crucial moments, startling my family. I highly recommend this book to anyone who likes to read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R314CPO0B4JUNB?ASIN=0439023521	Very Good Young Adult Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thoroughly enjoyed reading THG.  Reading it from an author's pov, it found it compelling.  I could see where Ms. Collins planted her seeds and upped her notches.<br/><br/>I also enjoyed how Ms. Collins let the relationship between Peeta and Katniss develop.  It was sweet, slow, and riddled with the usual confusion found in kids this age no matter if they live in our world or in a dystopian society.<br/><br/>I had resisted reading the books when they first came out because I was in a specific situation in which I was being ""told"" (politely) that I had to read it or there would be punitive actions toward me and, frankly, I don't react well to threats no matter how politely veiled they may be.  But that's a whole 'nother story.<br/><br/>I am glad I waited and equally glad I read it.  Now, on to book two.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2G3XDXH1OQTX4?ASIN=0439023521	Truth, my weapon of choice	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I finally got around to reading the Hunger Games. It was a great read. It was so good that I read the whole trilogy in a week! The first and second book are very riveting, but the third book really makes it a fantastic series. Rarely do authors know how to realistically tie up all the lose ends in a novel, but she does! The main character is complex and pretty realistic although a little MaryJane-ish, but not overly so like Bella in the Twilight series. I loved Finnick's character and how he grows in this series. Peeta, Haymitch, all were fantastic. And an enemy that doesn't lie to you because he knows the truth is so very much worse than anything he could ever make-up!  And he wields it like a weapon to strike her in her heart at the best possible moments.  ""Didn't we promise not to ever lie to each other.""</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LMGMJ45IX64E?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I resisted reading this book for a long time, then the movie came out and when I saw the previews I had to read the book.  I'm a slow reader but I finished this book in nine (9) hours.  Could not put it down.  I would NOT class this as a ""young readers"" book.  I am currently reading the second book, Catching Fire, and have a hard time putting it down also.  I'm not going to comment on the content of the book because, unless you have been living under a rock for the last few months, everybody already knows what it's about.  Even if you have seen the movie, please read the book, it offers so much more detail and insight.  I did read this on my Kindle but I plan on purchasing the trilogy in hardback, which I rarely ever do.  I want to keep it in my library for my granddaughter to read when she gets old enough.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XDVWVTEG34FU?ASIN=0439023521	wow	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was originally opposed to the entire premise of fighting to the death, with kids being entered into an arena of such brutality. I opened this book thinking it was not something I could stand to read about. BUT....I literally could not put the book down! The lessons interwoven into the savage Games was so engrossing, so riveting that it transformed this reader completely. The correlations between the Capitol and real government were eye-opening! The lengths that society will go to for entertainment is shocking in the read, but highly relatable. This is one book I will think about for a long time. The reader is transfered into their own arena as final victor, but it goes beyond the read. Incredible. Secondly,I did view the movie and read on to Catching Fire, but, the Hunger Games opens a new era of reading.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5C6579LWF1A5?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome Story...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was the first in a very long time that had me so emotionally invested I had to purchase all three books after returning my boss's copy.  I read the entire trilogy in about a two week span, and am looking forward to re-reading it in the future.  I've already lent it to my brother in law, and from there it is going to my younger sister and her boyfriend.<br/><br/>It was written in a way that didn't make me feel like I was reading a young aduly fiction novel... it was so descriptive in it's twists and turns, and it really made you appreciate the charactres... good or bad... they were written in a way that you could understand.<br/><br/>Of the trilogy, Catching Fire was definately my favorite.  The story through all books is written very well, and to me, this is a very fast read... because it is hard to put down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RARGBD0RNFRKS?ASIN=0439023521	Riveting, couldn't put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm not an avid reader, nor have I read any of Suzanne Collins previous works, but when I read the first few chapters of the Hunger Games, I was hooked.  I could not put this book down.  The details, the emotional turmoil, the story line, the characters, everything about this book just sucked me in.  I work full time and I'm a father of two young boys (3 &amp; 1) that are very active, so I have very little time for extracurricular or leisure activities for myself, especially reading.  The Hunger Games and the proceeding books in the trilogy, had me so captivated that I carried my kindle with me everywhere I went so that any free moments I had I would read, even if it was only for a few minutes.<br/><br/>If someone is considering purchasing this book and subsequently the other sequels, I would highly recommend it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17RCLDOQTLBX7?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games, by Suzanne Collins, book is amazing! It is action packed with so many different things you have to keep reading to find out what is next. It has very descriptive and powerful words that really make you think about what you are reading. I like it when authors put a lot of emotion into their books because you can really tell when the author is really into the book like the Hunger Games which makes it very fun to read. One of my favorite things about this book is that the book gets right into the story and doesn't put chapter after chapter of information in the beginning of the book that makes you stop reading the book.  I also love this book because it gives you little hits about things throughout the book which makes you put all the little pieces together to figure out the big game. Marit</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KG7S6TLEL9U3?ASIN=0439023521	Not Just for Young Adults	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Not being a reader of young adult books, I knew very little of this book until I saw the movie trailer and read the sample pages on Amazon. I was stunned to find a book that was more than just for young adults. In fact, I think most adults can and will enjoy this book.<br/><br/>What was hardest for me was that I grew up in an area much like ""the Seam"" and was taught by my grandmother many of the survival skills that Katniss learned. So much of this book rang so true to the life I had before leaving for college that it overwhelmed me. And, like Katniss, I lost family to the coal mines.<br/><br/>The book may seem a futuristic view of what the world could become to some who read it, but to me, it was as if I were reading about parts of my own life. I can't recommend the book enough and I look forward to reading the sequels.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3G8IGMWXRSZ3Z?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent! Left me hungry for Book 2!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I throughly enjoyed reading this book. At first I thought the beginning was slow but I think that was because I wasn't sure what the book would really be about. Let me tell you I quickly got engaged and could not put it down. The author did a very good job with details and I could just imagine the scenery and outplay of events. I actually just finished reading it today and cannot wait to read Book II. I will be buying it today. I'm so mad I didn't buy the trilogy at once but I just wasn't sure if I'd like the first book. I am very excited to see the movie which comes out this year. I can't wait to see how they bring the book to life even though I know the movie won't be as good as the book but I just hope they do a good job capturing everything. With that being said you won't be sorry you read this book!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3F2D7396OLQRP?ASIN=0439023521	awsome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the whole story<br/>I would recommend this to lots of people<br/>One of the best books ever I loved it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TYTWJW354XCP?ASIN=0439023521	I love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The whole series is truly amazing and this is a great suspense builder for the coming books! Great Job, Suzanne!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8FXCGI948QHB?ASIN=0439023521	awesome!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i cant wait to watch the movie now and move on to the second book!  Too many words  are required for this review</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3ABPIH94GEYS2?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had to read all of so amazing how did she do this so amazing putting random stuff because it says 1 word left.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29XQF586GV7HG?ASIN=0439023521	Great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Once you pick this up, it's hard to put it down! Just finished 2 of 3 in the series, can't wait to start on # 3.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XQ7WH0XRKSBZ?ASIN=0439023521	Great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Such a page turner.  I couldn't put it down.  Amazing story! This is well written with a great deal of suspense.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3ATQUFFDMKJ8H?ASIN=0439023521	the best series! LOVE IT:)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was so detailed. It really described what was happening. And one other thing is that I love the idea of love.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RE5C6JAJINFG6?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Really enjoyed the series - a book I didn't want to put down. Think this will appeal to a wide range of readers.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VCYY21MTR2NE?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games... The right book to read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text""><a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Hunger-Games/dp/B002MQYOFW"">The Hunger Games</a>Every year in the ruins of what was once North America, the evil Capitol of the nation of Panem forces each of its twelve districts to send a teenage boy and girl to compete in the Hunger Games. A twisted punishment for a past uprising and an ongoing government intimidation tactic, The Hunger Games are a nationally televised event in which ""Tributes"" must fight with one another until one survivor remains.<br/><br/>Pitted against highly-trained Tributes who have prepared for these Games their entire lives, Katniss is forced to rely upon her sharp instincts as well as the mentorship of drunken former victor Haymitch Abernathy. If she's ever to return home to District 12, Katniss must make impossible choices in the arena that weigh survival against humanity and life against love.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DI1P235WVB5E?ASIN=0439023521	An amazing read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is an unforgetable read. It is filled with emotion and action. I was engaged the entire novel, something that is rare now-a-days. Suzanne Collins can really create an action packed novel.<br/>Katniss Everdeen, a sixteen year old girl, lives in what was Appalachia now called District 12. Every year the Hunger Games, a horrible, atrocious blood-battle, is held to gain food and wealth for their District. When Katniss's 12 year old sister, Prim, is picked, Katniss steps up and takes her place. She and Peeta Mellark, the baker's son, are to compete against 22 other contestants.  Will Katniss and Peeta survive, knowing only one person can live?<br/>I LOVED this novel. I cried and felt the pang of emotion during the book.<br/>I cannot wait to read Catching Fire (the 2nd book) and then Mockinhjay (the 3rd).</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5VNHCUCJC0WP?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games Surprises Me	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Not knowing what to expect, I downloaded ""The Hunger Games"" on my Kindle to fill the hours while traveling from Atlanta to San Fransisco.  What I didn't realize that that I was about to enter a world that is foreign to me - yet entirely plausible.  I was hooked from the first few pages.  I encountered one cool teenage girl who has followed in her fathers footsteps and now provides for the rest of the family.  She has settled into a relationship with another competent young male who mutually discovers that 'together' they are stronger that the sum of their parts.  Then the Hunger Games are explained and our protagonist doesn't disappoint.<br/><br/>After my investment in their well being is over (read - totally absorbed in readying the outcome of the book)I am left satisfied - and hungry for more.  More please!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IZPAZHW3RUNJ?ASIN=0439023521	the film was great but the book was even better.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thoroughly enjoyed Collins' tale of a futuristic game of unimaginable savagery between young teenagers during peace time.  Having seen the film first, reading the book was immeasurably more enjoyable because I could put the face of Jennifer Lawrence to Katniss Everdeen, Woody Harrelson to Haymitch and Liam Hemsworth to Gale. Collins did a fantastic job of filling the details that the compressed film version of the story lacked. Collins also anticipated the readers' queries and and hence was able to tell the story so fluidly without glaring potholes. Most impressive was for Katniss to be a survivor at the end without showing an ounce of unprovoked brutality. Those deadly wasps was a defensive action. What saved Katniss were her resourcefulness, compassion, hunting skills and strong survival instincts.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TJSCYI0MAYJC?ASIN=0439023521	Not so great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I finished the first Hunger Games book yesterday (7/5/12) and I have to say - I didn't really care for it. I looked at my Kindle at 40% and nearly just said 'Forget it' - and I rarely dump books, but I bought all three books at once due to the fact that so many friends raved about the movie and books - so I kept plowing through. Finally around 60% it picked up. I'm sure I'll be burned at the stake for not falling over the book like everyone else. I've not seen the movie, but I'm afraid this may be one of the rare times the movie is better than the book. We'll see when it hits Blu-Ray. I'm now 40% through the second book - it is better than the first so far so I'm glad I forced my way through Book 1. Surely I'm not the only reader who had a hard time with the half-post-apocolyptic half-Willy-Wonka book?</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R44X7DWJKCI2W?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Go and download this book right now and then come back and read this review, do it now, I will wait for you... Did you get it okay great, now read this and then read that book.<br/><br/>  I am not sure if any of you are like I was when I first heard about this I was not sure what to think and then I found out it is being made into a movie and that got me thinking a bit more about it, I heard mixed reviews about the book and then I saw a trailer for the movie and I bought the book. Oh my I am so glad I did this is one of the best books I have read in a while, I really love this book and I am getting the second book Catching Fire right after I post this review. I will probably get the third book right after I read the second one. You should get all three of these books. Now!! <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Hunger-Games/dp/B002MQYOFW"">The Hunger Games</a></span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NM4TNSSS0TFI?ASIN=0439023521	CFL	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was the first book book I have ever read cover to cover in one evening. I saw the previews of the upcoming movie and my wife suggested that I read the book first. The concept of the story was hard to believe at first until you think about the brutality of many current and past leaders of countries and then you can imagine people killing each other for ""sport"" as entertainment for those brutal leaders is realistic. The bravery of Katniss to take her younger sister's spot in the games begins the intrigue of this book and the remainder of the book keeps you wanting to go on reading. As I knew I was approaching the end, I had a feeling on how the book would end and it pretty much played out that way, which sets up nicely for book 2; which I read the next night! I now look forward to the film version.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38I87BPSX07DD?ASIN=0439023521	a different kind of fun read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book because everybody told me it was amazing. It is very captivating: impossible to put down. It's written not as good literature but as a fun read. Yet it is certainly not your average fun read. This is Panem, where people are little better than slaves, starve regularly, and have to put their childrens' names in a bowl to see if they will get chosen for the hunger games.  (SPOILERS)  I greatly admired how Kaniss volunteered for Prim. (Yes, they all have silly names) But Prim being chosen at al was a stretch. I really enjoyed the whole Peeta/Katniss romance, even though, for Katniss it was just an act. And the deaths were gorry without being graphic. I thoughly enjyed it.  (the reason I didn't give it 5 stars is even though I really enjoyed it, it wasn't a GREAT book; it was a fun read)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4LM6RGS0QAG1?ASIN=0439023521	More Teen Girlish than I'd Expected	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I will start by saying that I am reading the other two books because I have a hard time not finishing something I started. If not, I would just stop. I enjoyed the movie and my wife really recommended that I try reading these books.<br/><br/>Early in reading the book, the pace was the hard part. It starts off slowly working its way up to the actual Hunger Games. I do not want to make any spoilers, so I will just say that I probably just have a hard time empathizing with a teen girl's perspective which makes it difficult to care about some of the ""difficult choices"" the main character has to make. Outside of that, the book is rather formulaic for adventure type stories. The story also has some undertones of a social commentary, but I think only touches the surface of them in most instances.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36RV414BD3LHH?ASIN=0439023521	Recycled Material	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I know, the Hunger Games is a big deal. But is it really? The idea of fighting for your life on a reality show is exciting. And that's really what drove this book; the idea. The characters are good, as is the writing. The plot isn't too egregious, either - if you can get past the idea that in order to keep citizens under their control, the government forces children to fight each other to the death on TV.  There needed to be a more valid reason to carry this annual tradition out. It reminded me of the short story The Lottery, by Shirley Jackson. Except that story was written in the 1940s, and is full of symbolism. I'm not sure if Collins was trying to make a similar statement, or if she just liked the idea and figured she'd toss in a dystopian reality TV program to help it catch with a new audience.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6V69RGJPJK8N?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I first watched The Hunger Games with a friend who was visiting the islands for a few weeks, not really knowing much about the story or why it was so popular.  After my first watch of the movie, I was intrigued and decided to read the first book of the series. The story moves very quickly, and I was inspired to finish the trilogy.  I am now on the final book of the series.<br/><br/>I am quite surprised at how fast a read this was.  I am not much of a fan of sci-fi genre, but this story was very mesmerizing. Perhaps, because it addresses a topic that is somewhat more than simply sci-fi escapism, but topics of universal truths of the human condition, and the seemingly impossible decisions we all must make in our day-to-day lives.  It seems to be a clever metaphor for the changing times we now live.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32IQ7LY2TDYID?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is amazing so much detail lots of twist and turns .I would recommend this to young adults every where</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3P6GZUWKTOOU0?ASIN=0439023521	splendid	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was intriguing and hard to put down. I ended up reading it in about 3 days since it was so hard to put down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNIWAGGYUGUJ4?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love the Book! It was of course better than the movie! Still love the movies though. Starting the next one Now!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RMPUJCQAX9GJ?ASIN=0439023521	Very entertaining	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very entertaining book. Not a Nobel price book but worth it the time to read it and forget about your problems.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXRTU2EJDWG1P?ASIN=0439023521	great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this series of books is one that i would recommend to everyone of all ages. My son is 9 and he is reading them!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BZVK4ZZCTB53?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is one of my favorite books. I think everyone should read it.<br/>I read it twice because it was so good.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NYVOSIRRA9TF?ASIN=0439023521	Great book !	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Written wonderfully ! Very intriguing . Now I know what all the hype was about ! Will be buying the next one !!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R385HKGIWNF8HY?ASIN=0439023521	AWSOME	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is very well written.<br/>I think it was the best book ever.<br/>I can't wait for the second movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3E0SXBECLTV8?ASIN=0439023521	Great series!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">But this series was amazing.  My first digital book and what a series to start on! It was intense. Great story.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18B4BHLBEG4TK?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book because of all the action in the games.  This book has a great storyline and plot to it. Yolo</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VR0A5613Z4NS?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read very interesting action and characters. I am a new reader and this was a great first book thanks....</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37UWMM9GT9ACF?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent read!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed this book, a lot! I must confess I watched the movie first. I didn't even know there was a book, let alone a whole trilogy. I didn't start the books until after watching the second movie but I have to say, I am impressed.<br/>This first book had me during the first chapter. I felt so bad for Katniss and Prim that I'm sure I was crying. Perhaps this was because I had characters to relate to because of the movie but ... it was written to be touching and emotional. I finished reading this book in just one day. Even though I was sure I knew what was going to happen (because of the movie) I kept reading. The writing style of Suzanne Collins had me totally engrossed in the story and I couldn't wait to get started on book 2.<br/><br/>** Side note: I thought the movie kept true to the book **</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KQIU7269OMQE?ASIN=0439023521	*******THE HUNGER GAMES IS DEFINITELY WORTH READING. It's pure awesomeness!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Words don't describe how amazing this book is. It is so detailed and descriptive . It must've tooken millions of years of creativity to make this beautiful well plotted masterpiece. It's so amazing and will take you right to Katniss's own district, to cornucopia, and the capitol as if your right there and going thought the emotions too. Only one other series is as awesome as this book and that's Harry potter series( no offense other authors! I bet your books are good to!) Although I wouldn't recommend to the squeamish, some killing and stuff... but it's still positively AWESOME!After reading The HUNGER GAMES I would DEFINITELY read it again...and again...and again until I get so tired I die! Now excuse me,  I'm off to buy the second marvelous book in the truly magnificent The HUNGER GAMES trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2REI1OUTKVVA2?ASIN=0439023521	Brutal serious story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you want to listen to a hugely popular story being told then The Hunger Games is<br/>the one for you. This world famous book is nicely narrated without being over the<br/>top. Sometimes it's just not convenient to hold a book as you may be doing something<br/>that requires either hand or your eyes elsewhere. If you have a kindle you can now<br/>read this book and switch to audio if your eyes are getting tired. The audible audio<br/>edition is a must-have for anyone who wants to read the book but needs to be free to<br/>move around or to simply lie down and listen to the tale being told. This excellent<br/>story will suck you in and you won't regret being able to listen to it or read it at<br/>your leisure.  Buy it today and experience The Hunger Games on a whole new exciting<br/>level.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22ZCAS416PVW8?ASIN=0439023521	A Must-Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games, the first in the trilogy, is a super engaging novel. I picked it up as part of my ongoing commitment to read and share as many books from the list of frequently challenged books as possible for Banned Books Week. This book is one that not only did I finish quickly and wanted more, but shared with my teenagers. It's a great selection for reluctant readers as well, because it is packed with action from cover to cover, with no dry or dull spells at all. This thought provoking book is exciting and a great read on the surface, but if you care to look deeper there is impressive social commentary that is at once apt and frightning.  You will never look at reality TV (i.e. Survivor) the same way again. As a teacher, reader and parent, I highly recommend this book for anyone 10 and older.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IL4G82CYA5OF?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Outstanding story, imaginative, daring, and intriguing. I can't wait to read the sequels.  I had not read Collins before, but will certainly continue to look at her other works. I can go into details about the story line, its strengths and weaknesses (none), but I fear I won't do it justice. All I can tell you is Collins does a great job of putting you in the setting, I felt as though I was living in the arena the entire time, it heightened all my senses as I read it. Collins, along with her main characters, draw out the most instinctive chanracteristics of humans, survival. When I read a great book, it normally takes me a couple of weeks, because my schedule. I read this one in 3 days. I simply couldn't put it down, much like the main characters, sleep is not an option. Can't wait for the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3E9ZRJDW6J0Q7?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for more!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was a cross between of a margaret atwood novel and the gladiator movie. Katniss is just like any other teenage girl but hunts and feeds her family- her mom and sister. It is in the future after a great war has occurred, and there are 12 districts ... well 13 actually, before the rebellion. Every yearthe Capitol hosts the hunger games, a gruesome game of survival andtrust. A boy and a girl are chosen from each district between the ages 12-18. Till only one is left standing, all 24 of them fight to survive. This year is different, her sister Prim is put into the lottery of entering the hunger games, and she gets picked. Fortunately Katniss can tak eher place. As you enter the world of the hunger games your heart will race and your palms will sweat. After this, you`ll be hungry for more.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RAKLD4O8JYF0E?ASIN=0439023521	Better than I expected	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I did enjoy the hunger games trilogy. The tale was compelling and the characters were well formed. However, the writing style was rather distracting.  I described to a friend that it read as if written by a teenager. Having said this, the charalcter of Katniss is sixteen/seventeen and the book is written from her perspective so in reflection this may have been the intention. I found the first book to be the best and the second similar but a little too much the same.  I was disappointed that the last book dragged towards the middle but the conclusion was satisfying and wrapped up the story nicely. This isn't a particularly deep read but it shines a light on our current culture and the dark turn our fascination with reality entertainment could take in a dystopian future.  Something to think about.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1V5PUQU2X97L0?ASIN=0439023521	Best series EVER!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have never been a big reader.  I never read anything on my own, ad it was pulling teeth to do reports.  I have gotten better as I've gotten older, but when I was told to read these ""they were really good"", I was skeptical, and had a feeling, as with most books, I wouldn't finish them.<br/>Not only did I finish the books, I devoured them.  I read The Hunger Games in just over a day, and Catching Fire in 2.  Mocking jay took a little longer, only cause I ran out of weekend and work frowns upon you reading while on the clock.<br/>Suzanne Collins, has such an amazing way of pulling you into the story, without being too complicated or frivolous with her writing.  You quickly become invested in the characters and their fates.<br/>It's an incredible series of books, that everyone should check out.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PG35BER24IL5?ASIN=0439023521	Brilliant work,i could NOT put this book down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is thrilling! I went 2 Barnes&amp;Nobles looking 4 some books 2 read&amp;i found all 3 books of the Hunger Games.<br/><br/>  Katniss Evrrdeen is a young teenage girl in the nation of Panem.This capitol is surrounded by 12 outlying districts,they are super harsh&amp;cruel,they keep the districts in line by forcing them 2 give up 1 boy&amp;girl between the ages of 12-18 participate in the Hunger Games,a blood bath,a fight 2 the death on live TV.<br/>  Katniss thinks she's as good as dead when she volunteers  2 takes her sisters place in the Games.She has 2 win for her sister and her family…but then there is Peeta…a young handsome boy who has saved her&amp;wont stop doing it…<br/>  the rest u have to find out urself!( :<br/>i loved this book!im on book 2 right now&amp;it rocks! and yes IM TEAM PEETA!!&lt;3</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKLKOJCZPB0DP?ASIN=0439023521	Did not think this was for me, but was shocked when I couldn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My cousin recommended this book and I was sceptical because it sounded a bit brutal and sci-fi for what I usually like but IT WAS AMAZING! It is so well written, on the edge of your seat, page turner, all the typical one liners you would hear of something everyone seems to like!  I couldn't wait to finish so I could start Catching Fire, the second book in the thrilling story, but I found myself putting off finishing that one because I just didn't want it to end and I know that the third book isn't out for a few  weeks yet.  I finally had no choice but to finish the second book and now I have to wait for the third to come out.  I think I will re-read (or just zip through) both the first and second books again quickly right before I read the third just so it all can be like a movie seen at once!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWGSXFZG0RR3H?ASIN=0439023521	Amazingly Intense...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My first thought about this book is WOW! The Hunger Games pushed me to the edge of my seat then knocked me off. I can not tell you how good it is. I enjoyed this book so much I was obessed with finishing it and reading the next book. I became so involved with the characters, I had to tell myself to step back and take a breath.<br/><br/>  The Hunger Games is set in the ruins of North America, in the country of Panem. There are 12 districts and two teenagers from each district, a boy and a girl, are sent to the capital each year to compete in the Hunger Games. In the games everyone must fight to the death, only the winner survives. Join Katniss, Peeta and the others in the Hunger Games and see who survives and who does not. Will the Hunger Games bring Katniss and Peeta together or tear them apart?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Y6V0VZ89G9RA?ASIN=0439023521	Best Book I've Read in a While	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Where do I start? Well, When I first read the synopsis of this book, I immediately thought of the Japanese move Battle Royale. The idea of teenagers being put into a fight to the death was the same, so I put off reading it for a long time. Big mistake. I can't believe I deprived myself of this book! The characters were very well developed and believable. There is action, violence, and a little romance. The book works as a standalone, and doesn't feel like it needs a sequel although it's the first in a trilogy. As soon as I finished, I HAD to go out and buy book two, Catching Fire. It's probably best to read them back to back, because the second one picks up right where book one left off. Buy this book! There is a movie planned for release in late 2010, so read it now so you're ahead of the game!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3ARBWESLKZY3D?ASIN=0439023521	Daisy Whitney BookChick Recommends THE HUNGER GAMES	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">There are not enough superlatives in the English language to describe the awesomeness that is Suzanne Collins' ""The Hunger Games."" This book is quite simply epic.<br/>The story is set in a future North America where citizens are punished each year through the Hunger Games for an uprising from long ago. The games works like this -- each of the country's 12 districts must offer up a girl and boy to fight to the death in an annual televised competition. That's right -- it's kill or be killed, all for the amusement of the Capitol. ""The Hunger Games"" follows in the great tradition of ""The Lord of the Flies,"" ""Brave New World"" and ""1984."" It is a survivalist narrative, a love story, a philosophy, a critique and an adventure tale. You will not be able to put it down. It is the best book I read this year.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3D73579AWY3XZ?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful, captivating, but...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The story told in this book is wonderful, captivating, and emotionally involving. I couldn't put it down. I loved the characters, and I loved the action and suspense. My one problem is this: the premise of this book the ""Hunger Game"" itself is almost identical, in purpose and actuality, to the ""the Program"" of Battle Royale a book which takes place in an alternate version of Japan. Though the results of the ""game"" are ultimately different (from what I remember) than those in Battle Royale, the idea that the game was the basically the same didn't sit well with me. I am, however, planning on reading the second book, with hopes that it will have a more original premise.<br/>Ultimately I recommend this book, just keep in mind that it 100% original, and if you like definitely look into Battle Royale.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KLST6UZEDW8T?ASIN=0439023521	A Pleasant Surprise	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't remember where I read a recommendation for this book, and when I picked it up from my library's hold shelf, I was amazed.  A Young Adult fantasy?  Why did I order this?<br/>What a pleasant surprise!  The story is witty, fast moving, with likable characters, suspense, and unexpected plot turns at every point.  I've read many action/suspense books and thought I had it all mapped out, but was wrong, or at least mostly.  My only complaint is the fairly standard teenage-girl narrative voice, which is inappropriate for the setting and plot, and the promise of a sequel.  That seems obligatory, aimed at the kind of reader who expects all problems to have a solution.  They don't;  I would have preferred the story to stop here.<br/>Still, a very entertaining, even moving and thought-provoking book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TB61PQAXRV97?ASIN=0439023521	She should have stopped with this one	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is an action book in a future dystopian society where a young girl named Katniss Everdeen  is chosen to compete in a fight to the death contest with teenagers from other districts.  The selection process for the contestants is reminiscent of  that in Shirley Jackson's short story ""The Lottery."" The scenes depicted of teenagers fighting each other in an island arena may owe some of its inspiration to Battle Royale. Interestingly, the focus of the book is not on the violent episodes, but in Katniss' struggle with her feelings towards two young men and her ambivalence about which one she truly loves.<br/><br/>The book is tightly written and keeps readers engaged throughout. Just fair warning, the rest of the trilogy was not what was promised by the excellence of the first book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUYXIWH63N91W?ASIN=0439023521	Love Love Love It!!!! Post-apocalyptic Genre with a Twist	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm a huge fan of post apocalyptic stories. This one however is so creative, it doesn't only show us a gray bleak world but also depicts the brightly colored consumerist society of the Capitol. The Hunger Games is like a meshing of the Running Man, The Long Walk, American Idol, Brazil, and Lord of the Flies.<br/><br/>Our heroine, Katniss, is an unlikely hero with few friends, an estranged mother, and a love of illegal hunting who is thrust into the spotlight for a cruel reality show; where there's only one survivor.<br/><br/>My favorite parts of this book are descriptions of the Capitol and it's people, so reminiscent of how we live today, and much like the movie Brazil (especially the costumes, wigs, and surgery!)<br/><br/>It really transcends the Young Adult category, and I highly recommend it for adults.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2A5FTBXYY69SN?ASIN=0439023521	Very gripping	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The world has turned upside down. The government requires each district to send a child ""tribute"" to compete to the death in the Hunger Games for their entertainment. The story begins on Tribute day when the children are chosen. One teenage girl's courage and compassion ignite citizen's outrage and spark a revolution.  The Capitol is full of decadent, indulged people who decorate their bodies with dyes, implants, glitter and glitz while the citizens in the districts work in unregulated industries and dangerous labors. Food and medical care is scarce outside the Capitol.<br/><br/>This is a good story and a commentary on Haves vs Have Nots. The rich and powerful vs workers. The indulged vs the deprived. Considering the state of things in the world today it may not be far off the mark.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8G825N4H55OY?ASIN=0439023521	Watch the movie first	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Films and movies are very story limited media. While they are able to show you what characters and environments could look like, they are restricted by time and budget to bring about and engaging and entertaining performance. I would compare it to reading shakespeare (not claiming this book is as good as shakespeare, or that I am able to properly judge that one over the other) verses attending a play. I would much rather watch a play rather than read the scripts. The book can give further insites such as the deeper meaning of a handgester or a symbol.<br/>I find my inspiration to this chicken vs. egg philosophy from the evolution of the Hitch Hikers Guide to the Galaxy universe. Check out the history of media changes it has gone through.<br/>*No spell check. Wish me luck*<br/><br/>-Beers</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZ7J2XQ4LYQ49?ASIN=0439023521	book that changes the way you think	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have never read a book that makes you think for several days after finishing. That is until I read this book! The Hungers Games is truly an amazing read. I couldn't put it down. Every time I went to work I couldn't wait to get home and pick up where I left off. It left me thinking all day long as to what was going to happen next. It is full of surprises that I would have never even thought of. Suzanne Collins is a very creative writer. I was always on the edge of my seat to read what was going to happen next. I even told my fiance to read it (who hardly ever reads!) well, needless to say.. he read it in a matter of three days and is on the third book within the same week. He too can't stop talking about it when he is done reading. The Hunger Games is a must read! You won't be disappointed!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RM16WSIH7ZR4E?ASIN=0439023521	KellyL	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was reluctant to read this book as it came highly recommended by a teenager who told me it was all the<br/>rage amongst her friends.  My concern was it would be something far more appealing to the younger set.  What a<br/>surprise to find myself locked into the novel from the start and unwilling to put it down and attend to mundane household chores. The book is fast paced, believable and a real page turner.  You will have no problem<br/>stepping into the shoes of Katliss our heroine.  This is not a super girl, she has emotions, fears, wants and needs<br/>any of us would have.  She and the other characters in the book(s) remain real throughout the entire three book series.  I would highly recommend this and the two following novels to anyone who is up for some first class fast paced book entertainment.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XA1JJ5O9FJI1?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">WOW, this book far exceeded my expectations-I was absolutely riveted!!<br/>This book has stayed with me. I found myself haunted by the imagery, my dreams were saturated with the characters, and every conversation over the past few weeks have started with have you read the Hunger Games.<br/><br/>Taking place in world that revolves around the ultimate reality television show- 24 enter, only one can be the victor, there is nothing light and fluffy about this book.<br/>I found myself rooting for Katniss, and though her naivety started to get on my nerves, her genuine heart redeemed her in my eyes.<br/><br/>Without wanting to spoil it for you, trust me when I say this is a page turner, and that it will leave you questioning our own society, and wondering how far we will go before we too will have Hunger Games....</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BJMJXF1KX842?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A very compelling story; and I am ready for the next book in the series! I am sure I will not be disappointed.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RETV2W3ZM2PWZ?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved it! I didn't see the movies cuz I heard the books were better. I was not disappointed. On to book two.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AQB1ATLR2VVP?ASIN=0439023521	Lives up to the hype	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I can see why there’s so much hype about this story. I held off reading it until now as I wasn’t sure I could read a plot like this, about children. However, it’s so well done and so compelling I was fascinated. And pulling for Katniss and Peeta the whole time. I wish...well, I’ve apparently had my head buried under some rock. I didn’t realize the story continues in the next book. And I’m in a place where I can’t download Catching Fire. Argggh! So I’ll have to wait an entire week to read the next one. Come to think of it, I won’t be loading this review up until then, either. But I do want to applaud the author for a unique and captivating story. I read it in 3 days and I haven’t done that in ages. I could not put it down.<br/>Addendum: I'm home from vacay and am well into Catching Fire. :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17KOSA3T2AUVF?ASIN=0439023521	This girl kicks butt!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I first read this book a few weeks ago. I knew that a film based on the books was coming out and usually when a film is made based on a book, the book is fairly good (whether the movie lives up to the book or not is questionable). I wasn't really sure what to expect when I began reading but I was very happy with what I read. The book was very good!! There are several character in the book but only a few of them are central to the plot so I isn't difficult to keep us with who is who. Katniss is a character that everyone can look up to. She is a strong female character who doesn't sacrafice who she is because she is put in a challenging position. I ended up reading the entire series in two weeks, which when you have two small children and work, it saying something. This was a fantastic book!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RL69Z5BBSM0FF?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games // One Book One Week	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games, by Suzanne Collins, is a young adult novel about the dark future of post-war America. The story is written from the perspective of Katniss Everdeen; a 16 year old girl struggling to survive with her mother and sister in one of twelve districts controlled by a dictating President Snow from the Capitol. The Capitol holds an annual Hunger Games to maintain fear control over the districts. The Capitol randomly selects one male and one female from each district to fight to the death on televised screens around the country. This years Hunger Games tell the story of Katniss and a district 12 boy, Peeta Mallark, who fight against all odds including the Capitol to become the winner of the Hunger Games.<br/><br/>Read the rest of this review along with other books I've read at...<br/><br/>[...]</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RR461DE2M3NCT?ASIN=0439023521	Wow! Loved the Book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So...I wasn't going to read the book, because I had already seen the movie and was afraid knowing the ending would spoil it. But then I thought, ""Hey, the book is always better than the movie."" I am so glad I talked myself into reading it.  Katniss is such an endearing character. The author is an excellent writer. She sets you right there beside Katniss, feeling what she is feeling and seeing what she's seeing. From the intensity of the reaping to survival in the arena. The writing flows and moves you along.<br/><br/>I have read some silly novels lately that are ridiculously inconsistent, don't line up or make any sense. Reading Suzanne's novel reminded me what good writing is all about. I just finished the 2nd book of the trilogy (Catching Fire) and realized I had not reviewed the 1st.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31JK16A8H1OYY?ASIN=0439023521	Had me from the start... then I couldn't stop	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I borrowed this book from the Kindle Lending Library on a Wednesday and was done reading it by Sunday (four days!) which means I read about 100 pages a day to finish this off and at no point did I get bored or feel like I had been reading for a long time (until my battery told me it was dying!)<br/><br/>It was a bit brutal at times and there were times the descriptions made my stomach turn a bit but you were right there, imagining the world and putting yourself with or against the characters that were well developed. The story moves along and you don't feel a lull at any point.<br/><br/>I have already started reading the second book and am just as intrigued.<br/><br/>If you are looking for a compelling read you can't put down, try this series. It has definitely caught my attention.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGAG243MUKYNI?ASIN=0439023521	"If ""1984"" and ""Lord of the Flies"" had a baby"	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The ""Hunger Games"" is a great read full of suspense, intriguing characters, action and a little bit of romance.  The narrative is built for the reality T.V. generation with influences ranging from ""Battle Royale"" and ""1984"" to ""Lord of the Flies"".  It all revolves Katniss Everdeen, who elects to enter the Hunger Games, a 24-man enter 1-man leaves type tournament.  It can be incredibly brutal at times, but Collins justifies the violence in every scene.  Essentially 23 kids (aged 11-18) are going to be killed in order for a winner to be crowned, but while death is a major factor, the moral dilemmas the characters face is much more powerful in the end.  If you're a fan of tight, thrilling action but also enjoy interesting, engaging characters, ""The Hunger Games"" is the perfect read for you.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3EHSRE9ES2CSQ?ASIN=0439023521	Out of my normal genre - TOTALLY WORTH IT!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I normally enjoy reading crime novels, but after so many peers talking about the Hunger Games I decided to give them a read. That was a great decision. Even though these books were totally out of my normal preferred ""genre"" I thoroughly enjoyed each book. I think Collins created characters that not only grabbed ahold of you by the collar and held onto you until the last line, but ones that you truly cared for until the last page.<br/><br/>I flew through this first book and could not wait to pick up the second book.<br/><br/>I highly suggest getting all 3 books at one time so you can move through them at your own pace and there isn't any down time in between them! I devoured these and look forward to her future works.<br/><br/>And of course the movie did no justice to these books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3G7FJSH5JM61O?ASIN=0439023521	Superb writing, you won't want to put this down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have to say I thought this was more of a women's book when I initially heard about it.  I got the urge to read it for two reasons, first I had heard from a guy friend of mine the books were good and second I saw the trailer for the upcoming movie which seemed very interesting.  Needless to say I began reading the books.  Once I started I kept reading and reading.  I am not an overly fast reader, but with this series I read all three books in 4 days.  The books are a story of independence, adversity, love and hope.  I'm not one for sappy books/movies, but these books were not at all and they were truly excellent.  I loved the twists and turns of the plot right up to the end of the last book.  I would highly recommend to anyone looking for a wonderfully imaginative emotional creation.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RE5O1G9XQ06EK?ASIN=0439023521	Surprisingly relevant and thought provoking.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The story is wonderful and brutal.  Surprisingly relevant in an age where Hollywood produces shows like ""Kid Nation"",  ""The Hunger Games"" is deeper than the jacket description would indicate.  The novel is well written and thought provoking, and though it echoes of other, similar, works, it stands alone and should not be thought of as a simple derivative.  Not for all young adults, ""The Hunger Games"" is perched in that wonderful place between children's and adult fiction.  While other, more obvious, themes and questions abound, thebeating heart of the novel seems to ask ""what would you allow?"" whether District or Capital member.  A hard question to ask oneself whe you actually look at the current state of the world  and the places we find entertainment.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RH58C4A80JYNP?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games - fast-paced & addicting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm not quite sure how to write any sort of review for this. All I know is that I absolutely loved this book! I shied away from it for a long time after hearing it was about teenagers battling it out to the death (sounded pretty gruesome), but after all the reviews, I had to try it out. I'm so glad I did! I am officially obsessed with the series. It was well written, &amp; sent me on a huge rollcoaster ride of emotions - excitement, anger, joy, anxiety, sadness, frustration. It reminded me in many ways of <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Lord-of-the-Flies/dp/B000CDH2XS"">Lord of the Flies</a> &amp;<a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Lottery/dp/0374529531"">The Lottery</a>(a particular favorite short story that I remember from high school - showing a community's way of keeping ""peace"" through horrendous means). I highly recommend this &amp; am excited to get to the next book in the series!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1L1CZKVCN0T5G?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very climatic and intense had me glued to the book had me always wanting to read more and more very good book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FY1JCLIQVTM4?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love love this series! Movies do not give it justice! Have read multiple times and will read again very soon.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3C27Q9X801HVE?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book never could put it down this is an amazing book you should definitely read the hunger games</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3K7GMUN61CEJS?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a very well written book. Great story with great characters. I look forward to reading the next book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6CKF3KEVZTXO?ASIN=0439023521	Safe and Sound	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Finished this book in spring break. At first I didn't know I would like it so much. The more I read, the better it got. It's more detailed than the movie and I highly recommend it to people who watched the movie. Suzanne Collins is a great female author. The plot is life-or-death dramatic and compelling. Katniss is my favorite female protagonist. She is brave and smart. Although Katniss is forced to attend the Hunger Game, she cares about people and fights so hard to against the Capitol during the whole game. I like the theme of The Hunger Games series, which is one should fight for his or her freedom and right. There is a part of every person that could not be overrode by others. Everyone means something....like the girl on fire. Could not wait to see the next two see fictions.  LOL</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34PVTSA2YBCSN?ASIN=0439023521	Reminds you why you fell in love with books	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Let's start with the obvious: this is YA, so don't expect Nabokov. It's being written for an audience that's discovering how books can reflect the ugliness and difficulty of living in the world around you - a rare admission when most books for the middle or high school set take timid steps towards adulthood.<br/><br/>I think the reason why these books have taken off is because they reflect a seriousness and harsh acknowledgement that the life is unfair, that actions have irreparable consequences - and some kids are hungry for those truths.<br/><br/>That's not to say it's at all a grim slog. It's brilliant and breezy dystopian sci-fi, and will remind you of the pleasures of being transported for the first time by Bradbury, or Huxley, and discovering the pleasures of adult reading.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZBI0LV7K629Y?ASIN=0439023521	I really, really wanted to like it.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really wanted to like this more than I did, sadly. I think the setting and the characters are well put together. I think the writing is top notch, and I don't say that lightly. I just couldn't find my way ""into"" the story.<br/><br/>I recognize the author's ability, and the genius behind the story. I honestly do. It was just not presented in a way that I felt comfortable slipping into and really enjoying.<br/><br/>I know that most everyone who has read it absolutely loves it. I don't dislike it. I just don't think the presentation is quite my cup of tea. &lt;shrug&gt;<br/><br/>I hold hope for the film adaptation of this book, as I believe I'll be able to fall more into the world and enjoy it far more than I did this book. Sorry.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34AVDICMHPIGS?ASIN=0439023521	Once you pick this up you WON'T put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was not a fan of futuristic books or any sort of science fiction until i read this series.  But once I started i couldn't stop! It was so captivating in both the writing and escpecially in the character developement.  This book is advertised to young adults, but it is far more complex and graffic at times than to be restricted to a younger audience.  I read all three books in a week and was so sad when I no longer had these characters' stories to read.  Katniss and her tale are totally relatable for anyone who has had to live through the trials of love and family.  Although the story is futuristic and science fiction based, the story is so modern and grounded in such relatable human emotions, that you feel like the hunger games may actually happen.  It is such a wonderful series!</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1L9W70WUN9IVD?ASIN=0439023521	A Not So Distant Future	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suszanne Collins gives one a glimpse of a possible, not so distant future of mankind. Where most of mankind is kept sub-servant to the upper class. Work is hard and life is brutal for most of humanity. The masses are kept in check by a regime not unlike that of Nazi Germany of the 1930's and 40's. In the future, gladiatorial games between children selected at random not only suffice to entertain the elite masses, but to remind the inferior class that they are just pawns of the government and can be wiped clean whenever it suits them. Yes Ms. Collins has captured the essence of government gone bad, and its desperate attempt to keep power, and the struggles that mankind has always endured in the history of humanity, the struggle to survive even against great odds and a stacked deck.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2P53BQTZ952DF?ASIN=0439023521	5 stars but...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger Games is disturbing in it's nature but compelling and fresh from it's perspective.  A very easy read for the most part with engaging characters and action.  It does have some overwrought plot devices and some characters that are hard to read but life in district 12 as well as life in the Hunger Games seems very real and interesting from the narrative.  So that is the good.<br/><br/>Now for the bad.  This book is a cliff hanger to CF which is a cliff hanger to MJ. You know, the trilogy.  That's fine, everybody knows it is a trilogy.  I just expected the last two books in the trilogy to be reasonably good, right? Wrong!  They get progressively worse.  Just so you know in advance....<br/><br/>HG = 5 Stars<br/>CF = 3 Stars<br/>MJ = 1 Star<br/><br/>Sorry to disappoint...</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13WQ9KJX5DIEY?ASIN=0439023521	A Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is a great book for adventure and action. The main character is Katniss Everdeen, a 16 year old girl who can hunt and has to provide for her own family. She has a little sister named Prim, she is young,small and gentle. Katnisses best friend is Gale he is also her hunting partner and someone she can talk to. At the reaping for the hunger games Prim gets chosen and Katniss immediately volunteers herself for the hunger games. The hunger games are a fight to the death and the other tribute that gets chosen for the hunger games is a boy named Peeta Mellark his parents own the bakery in district 12. Their mentors' name is Haymitch Abernathy he is an alcoholic old man, yet he is one of the two people to win and still alive. In the Hunger Games many things happen and many die.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NJ0S365HKO1K?ASIN=0439023521	good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was not a bad read, it is quick and although not plausable I can see where the author delighted in using the control of present governments vs the people.  Rich vs Poor, high rank against lower rank.  This book keeps your interest and does have all the elements of a teen read, somewhat like twilight.  If thinking too much of Children being killed for sport then this book is not for you.  The fact that it is someones' imagination does help and although it is not grusome, Hunger Games does have fragments that one could feel the grief of loved ones. There is some very sweet romantic bits as well...anyway, it was a good read not too long, and parts of it touches the heart and it really does make you want to read book two. Remember, it is a tale of imagination and fiction..enjoy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KMHAN7JG7UCT?ASIN=0439023521	I'm Hungry for More	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book with a strong and engaging female lead. Not exactly a light and fun read though. Fighting to the death for the pleasure of others isn't exactly a light topic, but a thought-provoking and engrossing subject nonetheless. The language of the book is relatively straight-forward (I do enjoy books that challenge with big words, but it would have taken away from the story) and allows you to get lost in the plot and plight of Catniss. She is able to describe events with vivid imagery that truly allows the reader to imagine what things look like and feel as though they are there. The author knows how to hook the reader and keep them hooked. She has mastered the tease; she ends chapters dramatically so that you'll want to read on to find what will happen and how. Very well done.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JRD8DB2HTYHO?ASIN=0439023521	Yay for the Hunger Games!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins has for sure crafted an enthralling story even better than her series for younger children. Though many would say this book is for teens and adults I think it is just as good for children as young as third grade (when I read it) and it is dramatic and humorous and every other aspect you could hope for when reading a novel such as this. Her relationship with Peeta especially the next two books is very romantic how she finally truly falls for him, but her brief time with Rue is so sweet and heartbreaking when she is finally killed by Marvel. I can't decide between the Hunger Games, Harry potter, Percy Jackson, Kane Chronicles, or mysterious Benedict society but this is definitely on my favorite list. But if you are deciding if you should read it,I recommend you do.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3L1IWA56A26NQ?ASIN=0439023521	What do women want?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Enough has been written about this book on the surface. I think the more intriguing issue is how Katniss relates, or not, to the men who populate her world. Her capacity for self deception and inability to acknowledge feelings of dependency and need are matched only by her duplicity and incapacity to commit to a person, idea or course of action. She seems to only clearly relate to people who are, or have become, dependant on her, and then she smolders with scarcely concealed resentment. Since the series has caught fire in almost all demographics, especially young girls, one wonders if it is emblematic of a global gestalt. Not likely that this book will be deconstructed soon as too much personal investment is going on at all levels. Still, it was an interesting and gripping tale.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6H3TNI95AKIM?ASIN=0439023521	I loved this book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't think I'd like these books and, despite recommendations from my friends, I resisted for a long time. Because the movie is coming to theaters soon and I prefer to read the book before seeing the associated movies, I finally gave in. I'm SO glad I did. This book was amazing - right from the first page, I got completely sucked in and couldn't stop reading. I read the trilogy so quickly, I was disappointed when I finished the third (Mockingjay) because I didn't know what to read next! ""Hunger"" describes perfectly how I felt while reading...I had an insatiable hunger to find out about the characters and their survival. I read all night some nights and fought the desire to call into work so I could keep reading. Nice Job, Ms Collins. I look forward to reading your next novel!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RD5UKEP8WD09W?ASIN=0439023521	THE MOST AMAZING THING I HAVE EVER READ!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is so amazing I finished my homework for 3 days in 5 minutes just to read it! This is the first time since I finished it that I am on my computer! I didn't even watch TV. I read all of the Underland series in about 3 weeks, so I didn't hesitate to read this. I highly recommend it! Suzanne Collins makes the most likable characters, who can't relate to them? I could have read it in a day if there wasn't school involved. The pace is fast, and if I could go into this book for 5 minutes I would tie up the president of Panem in a chair and yell at him for thinking up (or probably continuing, since hes not that old) the Hunger Games. It is brutal, but its not that bad, and trust me I'm a girl who has trouble watching Gone With the Wind. You will miss out if you don't read it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PRB0UST53CYE?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderfully written! Completely engulfs the reader!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I just finished this novel after a co-worker recommended it to me. I've seen it on the shelves in bookstores as well as in Amazon recommendations.<br/><br/>This is one of those rare books that once you start reading you cannot put it down. The story, the characters, the settings into which they are cast, is entirely plausible from beginning to end. It focuses less on how things happened to bring our Country to this future point and instead places the very well developed characters front and center.<br/><br/>You feel as though you are IN the Hunger Games...thrust many decades into the future where a government has been erected out of fear rather than out of liberty.<br/><br/>If you love suspense, then this is a definite MUST READ. Do not see the movie first. Read the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RE40SR7DN01KT?ASIN=0439023521	go ahead and buy all three	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought this book yesterday and started reading it at 8pm. I was transfixed. I continued to read until 12am at which point I decided that I was in for the long-haul. I finished it at 2am. The first thing I did this morning was make a run for the bookstore.<br/>My point is: this book is so freaking good that I couldn't put it down. The main character is likeable, fully-developed, and kick-ass. The supporting characters are also captivating. The story of the survivor-like ""hunger games"" is mesmerizing and facinating. Part love story, part sci-fi, part man v man adventure.<br/>All I have to say is, if you buy Hunger Games, go ahead and buy the other two books as well--you're not going to want to let Katniss go after the first one and you don't want to have to wait for another order.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R197MQ2XXKGD4H?ASIN=0439023521	Book review thing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">it's really good. I like this book a lot. It it's funny and interesting. I love the characters and the plot.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RF7RPIVVMFQZ4?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic reading.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What can anyone say about this book that hasn't already been said a thousand times??<br/>Fantastic reading.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12BQEQIAYQB30?ASIN=0439023521	gripping!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm in love w/ Katniss! Very gripping read, I'm glad I didn't watch the movie before reading the book first.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HHRMCWOJB61Q?ASIN=0439023521	great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read. I would recommend this book to anyone. I held my attention from the beginning to the end. Thanks</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RAXXK2704QA3I?ASIN=0439023521	awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is great I really recommend this book . All the books are awesome so read them as soon as possible</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TVOVRC3SFIZ5?ASIN=0439023521	Just ok	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Pass on this one.  Not worth the time, if you have any alternative.  Take a walk in the rain over this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30C5RU0X3XDQE?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm obsessed with the hunger games. I can't wait when catching fire comes out on the movie screen next year!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RH3YTDLTMCMNB?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Can't wait to keep reading!  I enjoy seeing the movies once the books are read. Books are always way better!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2P31TNASDQQHT?ASIN=0439023521	Enthralling from start to finish	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I picked up this book just to see what all the fuss was about.  From the first page, I was hooked.  I know many have noted the violence in this tale, especially since this is a book targeted towards teen readers.  However, I found that the brutality was neither gratuituous or mindless. Many fantasy books have youthful protagonists involved in lethal action and this was no different.  In fact, what I liked were the questions the story raised; what would I do if I lived a life of destitution?  Would I willingly make sacrifices to save another life, even when faced with my own mortality?  Is it healthy to question the establishment?  What would we do for the price of good television and good public relations?  I read the book in 2 days and found myself eager to get to the sequel.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2T7ED0WMRT64X?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is a lot of fun and I wasn't able to put it down. After I finished it I drove to the nearest book store and bought the second one. After I finished the second one, I went on amazon to see if there was a third and to my horror, I have to wait until August! But until then, I am encouraging everyone I know to read this book. The plot may sound a little familiar (battle royale anyone?) but this story pulls you in from the beginning and holds you fast until the end. Even in one of the early scenes, you can already feel the heartbreak of Katniss when she volunteers to enter the games in place of her sister. I would describe the whole plot, but I feel that would be wasteful and pointless. Read this book and find it out for yourself! If you don't love it, then you're crazy!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VL8XNCGHBIJU?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games - great start ti a trilogy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was afraid of a let down after the hype surrounding Suzanne Collins's Hunger Games, the first book in a planned trilogy.  Never fear, she didn't let me down.  While the premise is gruesome (a mandatory annual gladiatorial battle among teenage boys and girls, primarily for the pleasure of the leadership of a post-Apocalyptic America and their control over the masses), the book plays out a fascinating story with several great twists.  It kept me on edge to the very end with characters I grew to care about.  Now I can't wait to move on to book 2!  Highly recommended reading, but I'm not sure how adolescent readers will react to the concept of their age-peers being forced to kill one another.  This may be classified as young adult lit, but older readers will definitely enjoy it.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36INNK65G5QPZ?ASIN=0439023521	Meh.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">These books seem to resonate with young people in a way that I, no longer in my teens (or twenties), don't seem to comprehend.<br/><br/>I like the scenario of the forced combat between the innocent young people, even if i don't find it particularly compelling.<br/><br/>The character of Kat, the focal point of the novels, seems aggressively focussed on her own self-interest.  She makes great sacrifices for her sister, but none that I can recall for her friends (who, curiously, are all male -- why does a female lead not have any female friends?).  Pretty much everyone else in the stories (the good characters that is, which is basically the young people) are more altruistic than she.  I'm sure this is deliberate on the part of the author but i don't see why its interesting.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GLZ1ZCXP06LQ?ASIN=0439023521	Great edge-of-your-seat action!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is easily the best book that I read in ALL of 2008.  Not only did I read it, but I couldn't put the book down.<br/><br/>In a futuristic North America, each year 24 ""tributes"", kids aged 12-18, are taken and put into the annual Hunger Games, which are broadcast nationwide.  The kids battle it out in a climate-controlled arena...the last one alive is the winner.  Katniss, a sixteen-year-old girl, is one of those tributes, after taking her younger sister's place in the Hunger Games.  But is Katniss strong enough to be the sole survivor?<br/><br/>This book reminded me a lot of the Richard Connell short story ""The Most Dangerous Game"" (hunt or BE hunted) and was such a great book, I find myself telling everyone about it.  If you choose this book, you will NOT be sorry!  Guaranteed!!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFOICNQDWSREW?ASIN=0439023521	OMG!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely fell in love with this book. I never watch the movie before I read the actual book &amp; I am guessing its no where near what this book is. I normally do not read books that are set in the future or as horrible as the idea of the games were.. but if you have not read this book take it from me.. its AMAZING. You absolutely get so involved in the story and find yourself actually cheering for Katniss, Peeta and even Rue. The survival factor in this book brings out all emotions and actually sheds light on the human race. And its always nice when a little love makes it out of even the most unthinkable situations. Can't wait to finish the series. I promise , you do not want to start reading this if you have things to do. I was so engrossed I read it in less than a day.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19DAYGVYKSW76?ASIN=0439023521	Completely captivating!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wasn't sure if I was going to like this book...it's had so much hype and with the movie out I just figured I'd read it and see what all the fuss was about. It is amazing! I was completely hooked the second I started reading it. I actually had to buy the next two and ended up reading all three books of the series in three days. The characters are described so well and are so realistic that you really feel their pain. The almost impossible situations that they're put in and how they get out almost makes it seem like this is not fantasy but something that could really have happened some where.<br/><br/>Get ready to laugh out loud and even shed a few tears while reading this book and the others! (because trust me, once you read this one you'll have to read the other two!)</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39ALZHQFUU3U5?ASIN=0439023521	THRILLER ! SPOILERS ****	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Growing up I was into the Gore and vain, Despite being a girl, But this book made heart sink, Made me laugh, And I admit it, CRY. It's a very upbeat always on the move kind of book.<br/><br/>The first few pages, I was on the edge thinking about what may happen next. I kept a clear picture in my head of what  everything may look like, sound like and be like.<br/><br/>SPOILERS ***<br/><br/>I was Crying when Rue died, Giggling when Peeta was flirting, Smiling when they kisssed, And jumping up and down everytime someone died, And yelling at 'Katniss' when she totally broke Peeta' heart at the end.This book continue to keep you on your toes!<br/><br/>This book has, Romance,Action, and A lot of SUSPENCE<br/><br/>Going to see the movie this week and super excited !! (:</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3A8AI5Z482UAK?ASIN=0439023521	I Couldn't Put It Down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins has created a world inside of The Hunger Games that may soon not be too far from our own...at least in terms of choice of entertainment. Like a previous reader has mentioned, this story is very brutal, but very engaging. The reader sees the world through Katniss Everdeen's eyes-- for better, or for worse-- and struggles along with her in the Games. Throughout all the brutality, though, I was captured by Katniss' awakening from lone survivor to rebel with a cause.<br/><br/>Of course, the end of the book was not satisfying because I hungered for more, and the entire book brought on questions. What really happened in the rebellion so long ago? What will happen to the victors of the Games, etc.<br/><br/>I think that if you purchase this book, you won't be disappointed.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YJIJO1AG4DWQ?ASIN=0439023521	loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Really great read even after watching the movie. I couldn't put it down!!! I truly love the way she writes!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MXDNIB18MO5Z?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">wonderful book.  I could not put it down.  The movies are good but you can get so much more from the books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36L3S9R9IXGFV?ASIN=0439023521	amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Such an amazing book! Definitely a must read. The author did an amazing job! One of my favorite books ever.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XZKXA8AYA5C9?ASIN=0439023521	I was so glad to read the book prior to the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I started reading it and could not put it down.  It was an easy read and kept you on the edge of your seat.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24SQA1TS241TL?ASIN=0439023521	sick/twisted/love/action	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love it there's so much action and love its a book I give to others to experience such a dromamatic novel</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJZVG3W62GIIR?ASIN=0439023521	Riveting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not put this book down.  I can see why my cousins' children were so engrossed in the story.  I guess it is written for kids, but the story grabs you and pulls you along, because you just can't wait to find out what happens next.  I am a 50+ year old, who usually reads non-fiction, with a few exceptions, but I wanted a break.  Remembering a few summers ago when we had a family reunion and all the kids were reading this, I borrowed it on my Kindle.  Not sure what the few negative reviewers are thinking; maybe they're just jealous of the author's ability to grab her audience hook, line, and sinker.  I am looking forward to the author's next two books...and I haven't been able to say that about fiction since I started reading Janet Evanovich's Stephanie Plum series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DXIIO0MXG9HQ?ASIN=0439023521	I want to love it, I just can't	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read the entire trilogy within a week, which speaks to the exciting plot. This really works in the novels and has the reader gasping for more. For the negative aspects of the novel, firstly there is little character development (in both the novel and the trilogy). The characters are a bit two-dimensional. The book has such and interesting plot and premise, and there could be so much done with the characters in this story. However, almost all attempts fall a bit flat. Secondly, the writing is quite amateurish. I can tell the author was trying for complex writing, but at times it was laughable-- reminiscent of Yoda-speak. I still liked it, and would recommend it as a quick read, especially if you aren't looking for anything too complex. I wish I could rate it 3.5 stars.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20Z3959BTKVKK?ASIN=0439023521	A Good Read for Young Girls	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The ""Hunger Games"" series is a great read for young adults, especially young women. Living in a time where the majority of teen fiction is centered on a romance, I think that the ""Hunger Games"" really stands out as a series that takes young female readers seriously. Female readers enjoy reading about adventures, fighting, and hardship just as much as they enjoy romances. The fact that the market for teen books is mostly comprised of teen romance or, even worse, teen paranormal romance, is disturbing. ""The Hunger Games"" is a great read for all ages; my mother enjoys reading it just as much as I do. The fact that the main character is a strong female is almost as impressive as the point that all of her male relationships are platonic (well, to her anyway. Spoiler alert!)</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JVFCLF39SDUC?ASIN=0439023521	Compelling read, very different dystopian world imagined	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I acquired the Kindle version. Kindle had included a ""sneak peek"" of the first chapter as part of the purchase of the device. I read that sample and was hooked. Collins' writing style is not always the best (there are in fact some grammatical errors) but her vision of the world of Panem, the Districts, the Capitol, and the Games holds the reader's interest (at least mine) very well. Though termed a ""young adult"" book, it can appeal to older adults such as me who like sci-fi and fantasy fiction. I would not recommend it for the youngest ones; about age 14 would be my recommended limit due to the violence and horror described. Maybe I'm old-fashioned but I wouldn't want my 8 year old granddaughter reading it. I do want to see the movie and will probably read the sequels.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IUVZYO104K1I?ASIN=0439023521	And let the Games begin......	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is as perfect as a book can get because the action in the story line keeps you reading and the author never goes past something without putting some sort of descrption to make you picture what it would look like. The characters are so unique and are really deep because they all have their own back stories that really make you understand them when they act a certain way. The only thing i didn't like about the book is that it was sometimes a little too specific when it came to when things had gotten bloody and when some of the characters were wounded. But that is literally the only thing bad in this book in my opinion. It was the perfect ending and really lived up to my expectations. And it is still one of the best books i've ever read in my entire life.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3XDD6FR0CE7M?ASIN=0439023521	One of the best books EVER!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is an enticing book with lots of adventure and suspense. The story takes place in the ruins of North America,in a nation called Panem. The cruel, harsh Capitol is surrounded by twelve outlaying districts. The Capitol keeps all of the districts in line by forcing them to send one boy and one girl to a fight to death on live t.v., in the Hunger Games! For this exact reason Katniss feels it a death sentence when she takes her sisters place in the games, but what happens when living(or dieing) is the only choice you have?<br/><br/>The Hunger Games was a really good book, I was engaged from start to finish. I really liked the book, it had a little(or a lot) of everything. Action,romance, and even irony! I can't wait until the movie and the second book come out!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LXRMOYK1H40C?ASIN=0439023521	The book was fairly good, though a bit disappointing from a Dystopian standpoint	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've been wanting to read The Hunger Games for quite a while now and finally got around to it so I could see the movie.  They filmed part of the movie in our building at work and I'm curious to see it.  I also know one of the 'extras' and can't wait to see her in the movie.<br/><br/>The book was fairly good, though a bit disappointing from a Dystopian standpoint.  I was hoping there would be more interaction between the different classes of societies and not just all about the hunger games themselves.  I did enjoy the premise of being put in an arena to fight to stay alive and am hopeful that the remainder of the trilogy will shed a little more light on how the societies came to be this way.  Or, at the least show some more interaction between the different classes.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JRNRXB7TH0KP?ASIN=0439023521	Surprisingly good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My daughter was assigned this book for summer reading.  I often read the books my kids are assigned so I know what they are reading at school.  I expected to be disgusted by this book just because I knew the basic plot: kids who have to fight to the death as a form of entertainment in the future, a very disturbing idea.  Well, it turns out that basically the fact that it is disgusting and inhumane is a large part of the point of the book.  The story is well written, the characters get you hooked.  It reminded me a bit of Orson Scott Card's ""Ender's Game"", and Heinlein's ""Tunnel In the Sky"", though the overall story is quite different.  Nice to have a strong female protagonist in an SF book, too.  In the end, much to my surprise, I strongly recommend reading this book!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSOXEQVKLIJFN?ASIN=0439023521	Could Not Put It Down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">First lets get out my complaints.  This is not generally my type of story, but someone recommended it to me, and I gave it a shot.  The dialog was not strong at times, and I even thought the writing was pretty weak. I mean, I understand that I am seeing the book from a 16 year olds point of view, but still, the sentence structure was really bad at times.<br/><br/>So why 5 stars?  This was one of the most engaging books I have ever read in my life, and I read a lot.  I have no idea of Collin's abilities in writing, but as a story teller, tremendous.  Read this book. The world she creates, this future type holocaust situation, is incredible. She set up the games so well with the culture she creates.  I dont want to give anything away, so thats it.  Read the book.  Incredible.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QHDKCYWABWKH?ASIN=0439023521	A Gripping Book!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">""The Hunger Games"" is an excellent book that grabs hold of you and never lets you go. I was awake at night reading it. I was absorbed into the book's post-apocalyptic world. It is impossible not the sympathize with the main character, Katniss. The writing style is excellent and the plot is well formed.<br/>  This book has something for everybody. It has action and gore, fashion, romance, and even a few tear-jerking moments.I cried, laughed, and cheered. When you're done with the book, you're left craving for more. I'll buy the sequel!<br/>  By the way, this is one of the first books I bought on my Kindle. It looks great on my Kindle's ""page"". It's great that you can download the first few chapters as a sample, so there's no regrets.<br/>I recommend this book to everyone!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1N266XJ5GGIUW?ASIN=0439023521	Good YA novel	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I found the first book of this series to be gripping for a reader, I never wanted to set it down and kept hoping for the odds to truly be in Katniss' favor. I did not care for Peeta's character too much though, like Katniss I saw him to be almost too weak and needy at times during the Games. <br/>I loved many of the other characters though, Rue and Cinna especially. Both seemed to provide Katniss with  sense of humanity within her guarded character. I was very upset by lite Rue's death, but as Katniss had realized it was better she died  then instead of having Katniss have to kill her off.<br/><br/>Overall I loved the story Collins has written, though the writing is obviously for a younger reader than myself, it was still very heartbreaking and enjoyable to read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DE3GD7OLXJ14?ASIN=0439023521	Great storytelling	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Adding my own modest review to the slew of them already here, I have to say that I avoided reading this book for some time. I'd heard all the hype, but that was not enough for me. Then a family member read the trilogy and kept raving about it. Then the movie trailer came out. OK, I thought, I 'll give it a shot.<br/><br/>Well, it is a tale well told. The author knows how to generate interest in a character, and make bad things keep happening to her. Very, very skillful. There are some places where the style is a little clumsy, but that is a very small matter. I will take great storytelling over perfect style every time. The Hunger Games is not completely original in plot. It's like Deathrace 2000 or Rollerball. But because of the characters, Ms. Collins pulls it off. Kudos!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NRBVSCN52P0P?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games Rules!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger Games is a book about an apocalyptic war that split the world into 13 districts and a capitol, the controller. Katniss Everdeen, a girl who runs in the forbidden woods with her friend Gale, takes her little sister Prim to the reaping. The reaping is where they draw one girl name and one boy name to battle in the death in a natural invornment with unnatural things. Go with Katniss on the ultimate journey with Peeta (bread boy). Always keep in mind, all is fair in love and war.<br/>  I would give Hunger Games 5 stars because it is a really amazing book that keeps you wondering to the end. I would recommend it for everybody age 8 and up because it's a battle to the death, like I said. So read Hunger Games, and may the odds be ever in your favor- Effie Trinket.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3L1SVWYBWK72J?ASIN=0439023521	left me jaw dropped	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Normally I am not a fan of science fiction novels, I tend to lean towards fantasy. The idea of futuristic worlds tends to zone me out at least in literature. So I shocked myself when I decided to get this book. I had read some of the reviews and thought well its got a lot of wow from people so I thought I would give it a shot. And, man am I glad I did. Not only did it get me to think about societal issues, but I really was left pouring over the last pages eager to learn how it ends. Without giving to much away all I can say about the last chapters, is that it left me saying ""You have got to be kidding me, that is one twisted world."" All in all a exciting read, and if it can make a avid fantasy reader go nuts wanting to read the second book, then it has to be good.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UH7KM12ZZJXS?ASIN=0439023521	One of my favorites	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A friend recommended this a few years ago and I loved it.  Overall plot is great and the story moves well.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KGPW8RJ8TEIY?ASIN=0439023521	Really enjoyed book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Highly recommend !!! Can't wait to listen second book and third book!! Yes I recommend to all my friends .</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WFJ7ZXIB14MV?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a terrific five star book. It is very intense and exciting, and I really enjoyed this amazing book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LWN7TGOVWH4N?ASIN=0439023521	The new Potter	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Brief summary/review spoiler free<br/><br/>Katniss Everdeen is a sixteen year old girl living in the Seams, the poor end of district 12. Her father died in a mine accident when she was 11, so every day she goes out with her friend Gale, hunting in the woods. This is illegal, but no one cares because even the peacekeepers (basically cops) are hungry for meat. But when she enters the hunger games, what will happen to the sixteen year old rebel in the brutal tv death fight? Nobody wants to go in, but Katniss is itching to get out and get revenge against the brutal capital.<br/><br/>Very well written, and even though I am not eligible to compete in the games, and have been  reading and rereading since last year. Currently trying to find the $5 to pay for the book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JIHHDPLB2DCX?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games...Wonderfully Horrific!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">In a world that has survived a gruesome post-apocalyptic event, the survival of the young adults is just as dangerously horrendous! Among the recently formed civilization, children 12-18 years-of-age must be submissive to an annual ritual that selects the chosen ones into the Hunger Games with hopes of surviving the treacherous killing game that is awaiting their destiny. What makes it more interesting is that the day's events are televised for all communities to observe.  With a dreadfully thrilling journey, beastly theme, and a callous audience coupled with extraordinary characters, and you have one thrilling, wonderfully horrific adventure. Truly an amazing read!  Kudos to the author, Suzanne Collins, for such an engaging, well-written story. Highly Recommend!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/REKJG4M5CZRZK?ASIN=0439023521	Unimaginable Horror Games would be a more apt title	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Dystopian books are all the rage right now, but this one has a feel about it that makes the reader wonder just how realistic could this story really be in the not-too-distant future.  You have the young girl and her little sister and mother, the boy she considers her best friend, and townsfolk who are part of the scene, but not friends and not to be trusted.  When her little sister is chosen to play in the Hunger Games, she takes her place, knowing her chances of surviving would be much greater than her sister's.  From there, she finds herself paired with a young man she hardly knows, thrown into the most ferocious games in which she will have to fight to stay alive, and forced to distinguish between those she can and those she cannot trust.  What  a wild ride!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QLM4LF3XBXBO?ASIN=0439023521	Dystopian Masterpiece	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">First off, I saw Battle Royale years ago and loved it. Yes, there are some similarities between BR and The Hunger Games. So what? For me, it doesn't make the book any less amazing. Aside from kids being forced to hunt one another, there's little in common. The Hunger Games is a much deeper story.<br/><br/>I actually had no intention of ever reading these, being that I'm much more into horror novels, until my daughter wanted to and I decided it would be fun to spend the summer reading the series with her- a mini mother/daughter book club, if you will. I never dreamed I'd become so enthralled within the first 20 pages. Deep characters, a sad and somewhat grim atmosphere, a beautiful love story, and an epic world. I can't say enough great things about this book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5SDQG9BG1P4Q?ASIN=0439023521	Must read, even if you have seen the movie.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's hard to think of something about this book that has not been said yet. Everyone knows the premise: a future America where 12 districts must offer two tributes every year to fight to the death in an arena. The main character volunteers when her sister is picked and she is sent off to the capitol where she will most likely die in the games.<br/><br/>I think that this is an important read because it reflects a lot of what is going on in our society today. The author draws from her background in television to create a world of reality television that has gone to an extreme that is not quite as surreal as one might think.<br/><br/>Even if you have already seen the movie, you should read the book. You will find out a lot more of the story and the characters.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TM3YLBA4IYLL?ASIN=0439023521	Engaging, but clearly written for a young reader	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good story, but the writing is very ""simple"" without the rich sophistication of most adult authors.  Sometimes it reads like a decent high school writing project, but unfortunately lacks deep character development or world building, just a simple tale.<br/><br/>Still a good read, and I couldn't stop at just the first book.  You really have to read all three (<a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Catching-Fire-The-Second-Book-of-the-Hunger-Games/dp/0439023491"">Catching Fire (The Second Book of the Hunger Games)</a> is the second book, and <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Mockingjay-The-Final-Book-of-The-Hunger-Games/dp/0439023513"">Mockingjay (The Final Book of The Hunger Games)</a> is the third) to get a good, complete story out of this.  You can see how Collins improves over time, and the third book is significantly better than the first.<br/><br/>All in all, recommended, especially if you are a Young Adult who enjoys science fiction!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33ZXTRWI4G4M6?ASIN=0439023521	A victim of Circumstances.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">There is a deep sense of tragedy to this story, and to its main character.  Catnip seems never to fated to enjoy life, such as it is in district 12.  However her love shines through, when she enters the games in her sisters place.  The brutality of the games wounds her to her very soul.  Its one thing to kill animals for food, but human beings are another matter.  But with peeta's help she manages to win the games, against all odds.  This is the point at which her troubles really begin.  If it is true that what does not kill you, makes you stronger, this girl is living proof.  Clearly she will need all of her strenght and determination to survive the trials ahead of her.  A very written book, in my view somewhat like the roman empire.  Well worth reading.  JRV</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQ5NJ56EEHT5H?ASIN=0439023521	Ancient Rome Written Into Dystopian Fiction	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games was an excellent book.  Although it was a YA book the level of violence is significant, so this book might not be appropriate for younger readers.  I would suggest 12-13 years or older.  I really enjoyed the references to ancient Rome that were imbedded into the story line.  The capital city is Panem, which in latin means 'bread' and the Hunger Games too, seems a reference to the days of Gladiators when the Roman people would come out to watch and celebrate while men fought to the death in a large arena.  I've read this book three times and every time I discover something that I had missed previously.  Another really nice aspect to the book is the strong female lead character, Katniss.  It's refreshing to see a female heroine who is so strong.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DUKGE8AZMVXB?ASIN=0439023521	Believable, suspenseful story!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I gave this book 4 stars instead of 5 because it was very slow, almost boring, in the beginning.  I know the background of the characters is important, but I felt this aspect was drawn out  too long.  I generally don't read books that involve a lot of violence, but I decided to go beyond my comfort level &amp; read this.  If you don't like stories with violence, especially targeting youth, then I wouldn't recommend this book.  However, the plot &amp; the characters moved quickly &amp; became very suspenseful.  I like the fact that it touched on many themes (war, poverty, love, to name a few) and that it portrays what the U.S. could be like post mass destruction.  I found the end to be rather disappointing, however, it also motivated me to read Book 2 (currently reading).</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17AHTE12N8L1R?ASIN=0439023521	DOOM + UPRISING = HOPE	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It isn't just the suspenseful writing and well-developed characters that we love but from the first page we are drawn to the overwhelming sense of dread from the moment Katniss' fingers seek her sister's to knowing that against the odds her sister will be chosen.  We all know this story.  It's the feeling of being controlled by powers that are unseen and unknowing but cruel and weirdly familiar in our world of dictators, gun violence and hate crimes committed against each other for just being different.  The book resonates with us because so often it feels like we're being ruled over by a bigger fish with more (more power, more wealth, more everything).  Right on Suzanne Collins for capturing our collective sense of dread while giving us hope through Katniss.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R154FQ4NKXJ8LQ?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book hooked me from the first chapter.  It was engaging and a very scary portrait of a potential post-apocalyptic America.  However, when I borrowed the Kindle edition of The Hunger Games from the Amazon Kindle lending library, I didn't realize it was the first book in a trilogy.  You can only borrow one book a month from the library so I have to wait until April to read the second book and May to read the third!!  I don't want to give away any spoilers but the trailer for the movie (out today...3/23/2012) gives away one tiny part of the first part of the book.  I would highly recommend that you read the book before seeing the movie because, in my opinion, the movies are never as good as the books are, and this book is marvelous!!  Good job Ms. Collins!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18876XVKRP5WZ?ASIN=0439023521	This book was surprisingly great.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I will try to make this short and to the point. I kept seeing the previews for this movie and since I love books way more than movies I decided to look it up. Reading all the great reviews, I decided to buy it. I literally could not put this book down. I read it in one day and now I will start the second book. I am not a woman who cries at anything. Actually everybody who knows me has said how they have never seen me cry. Even my husband (of 13 years) makes fun of me sometimes saying that he has only seen me cry a handful of times. But this book brought me to tears more than once. It's written in such a wonderful way that you can really picture what's going on in the book without even trying. All I can say is if you buy this book you will not be disappointed.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1I8MXCWCNV3LI?ASIN=0439023521	Wow! Amazing Story Fulll of Suspense and Surprises!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've never been a huge fan of futuristic novels or movies. And while there are certain aspects of this series that certainly poke into the science fiction realm... the majority of the series is much more focused on the storyline and relationships between each of the characters. With such vivid descriptions and rapid character development you are quickly immersed into a story that you will never forget; a story that will plunge you into the deepest, darkest corners of human dignity, courage, survival, and love. You'll fall in love with every character and every relationship.<br/><br/>From beginning to end I could not put the books down. I was consistently surprised over and over again. These books will be, by far, at the top of my favorites for a long time to come.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RT5U96BM60628?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wanted to love ""The Hunger Games,"" but I liked it instead. It is a life-or-death plot--that's for sure, and Collins strives for drama and suspense by the overuse of sentence fragments. However, I am aware that she is aiming this novel at a younger audience, while I am a senior citizen!<br/><br/>The storyline is brutal. It is about a teenager who is forced to compete in one-person-leaves-alive event. The main character, Katniss, survives through her skills and uses these same skills to feed her family. I won't spoil this novel by saying too much.<br/><br/>Still, in spite of my minor criticisms, and a few letdowns, this is and interesting read. I tip my hat to Suzanne Collins--she engages her target audience, and that's what writing fiction is all about.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCF8CT2H4NI1R?ASIN=0439023521	Hooked..Captivated..Spell-bound..	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hands down one of the best books I've ever read and I've read many. Classified as a young adult novel, but this book caught my full attention as well as many other older friends and family. I'm a 21 year old woman, who pretty much grew up in my elementary years with the Harry Potter craze &amp; then high school years with the Twilight craze, but was never that much amused with those, but The Hunger Games totally through me off guard once I picked it up. A fast-read that will make you feel like you're actually in the Hunger Games with how well Suzanne Collins writes this masterpiece. I recommend this book to everyone, of all ages because it is THAT fascinating. Awaiting my boxset to arrive I ordered off here to finally start on the 2nd and 3rd book. Can't wait :]</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHQOL5ZYENNI?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome,Amazing Better than TWILIGHT!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book (first off i read the whole series) is by far the best book ive ever read. so much action adventure and drama. i love love love suzanne collins way of writting so breath taking i was drawn to the book by the firs page. you are dum not to order this amazing book which is great for all ages. like me  im very young and my teacher whos 50 read this and he loved it ever one i know has read it and without a doubt they loved them. and its better than twilight. i hated the twilight series and it was so predictable and now they have to make breaking dawn 2 parts thats dum. i believe the storyline and charecters were more better than twilights and im team Peeta all the way. but back to the book its the best and everyone should read it.!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QUGHXDDJ76II?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a fantastic book.  Suzanne Collins is very skilled at creating a world where ridiculously cool things have happened. I really loved the character description in the book as well as the way that the setting was described.  The Hunger Games within the book was extremely thrilling and filled with suspense.  The way that Katniss' and Peeta's relationship changes throughout the story was captivating and sucked me in so that I didn't want to put the book down. This bok made me want to read the rest of the series and I mustsay that the second two books are equally thrilling and captivating.  This book was so fantastic that I wish I could give it six stars. I strongly recommend this book to anyone who enjoys a good thrilling story with a captivating ending.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R69BB98OQLQTI?ASIN=0439023521	You'll hunger for Book 2!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The phone rang.<br/><br/>""Are you ill?"" my friend asked me with alarm.  ""You don't sound well.""<br/><br/>""Just sitting here with tears streaming down my face,"" I assured her,  ""finishing one of the best books I ever read.""<br/><br/>In fact, the only book I've ever read that got me out of bed in the middle of the night to read the next chapter.  Haunting, unforgettable, an amazing tale about the resourcefulness and resiliency of the human spirit, with twists and turns through the meaning of courage, integrity, and the complexity of love.<br/><br/>Book 2's debut this coming September seems a long time to wait.  Hurry up and order Book 1, however, so you have time to ponder this one awhile before the sequel arrives.  Also you'll have time to let your teen take a crack at it too.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JU681229MQJK?ASIN=0439023521	Great Series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I see this book as a reflection of what goes on in this world, today. The book gives us a fictional world to help us view our own. Today, we have such corruption in some countries where the ruler has absolute power and oppresses their own people. Children in those countries starve to death all the time. People are rising up against their oppressors because they have had enough of the cruelty of the ruling staff. This is a book of fiction, but there is so much truth about the human condition reflected in it that we should not ignore it's message. People Hunger to be free, and when they are denied that freedom, they will rebel and bring down the oppressors. It's a good book and a wonderful series. I recommend it to anyone mature enough to handle the violence.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PDL2JGTX3GFF?ASIN=0439023521	Pleasantly surprised	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My 14 year old daughter was doing a book report on this book, and I only started reading it to help her out, because she hates reading (completely unlike her mother)  I could not put it down.  Every chapter ending left me hanging &amp; I just had to know what happened next - don't start this book at bedtime like I did!  I loved all the characters, but especially the strong female heroine. The story and the futuristic setting, which, although unsettling, was fascinating.  Suzanne Collins has a wonderful imagination.  I highly recommend it (although probably not to anyone under 12 - I'm a little surprised that it is sold by Scholastic) and cannot wait to read the next book in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1POI2DKJ2QDRF?ASIN=0439023521	Plagiarism	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I would like to point out how much Suzanne Collins has stolen from Koushun Takami's Battle Royal (1999). Both take place in an alternate future that is ruled by a iron fisted government. Both governments require a annual competition were children kill each other. The most obvious is the similarities with each are with there respective cast.<br/><br/>Katniss- Shuya. protagonist of the series.<br/>Peeta- Noriko. the protagonist's companion. both get a leg wound that gets infected and require Katniss/ Shuya to find medicine. Both survive the Hunger games/ Battle royal.<br/>Haymitch Abernathy- Shogo. both were in a previous Hunger games/Battle royal and won. both spent there time trying to help the protagonist and Peeta /Noriko survived.<br/>Gale- Shinji. both are resist the government . Also both are held in high regard by the protagonists.<br/>Rue- no one!  Rue is the only character in hunger games that is not copy from Battle royal but she strongly resembles Yukie because that she cares for the protagonist and died protecting Katniss/ Shuya.<br/>Foxface- Mitsuko easy, these characters are Identical. both are the female threat of Hunger games/ battle royal. both use trickery to there advantage. Mitsuko uses trickery to gain trust and kill people, Foxface lets every one else do the killing. Both were the fit to last.<br/>Cato- Kazou. ok even there names are almost identical. Both are the antagonist of the Hunger games/ Battle royal respectively. both have no respect for human life and are willing to kill at all costs. Both of these characters have a gang of ""friends"" that they are teamed up with but unlike Cato  who stuck with his group Kazou just killed them all.<br/>Thresh- Hiroki. both when find the protagonist do not attack them. Hiroki spent the book trying to find Kayoko. Thresh then lets Katniss live because she helped Rue. Both also fight the main threat of the book Cato/ Kazou nee the end of the book but Hiroki, unlike Thresh, survives the encounter<br/>Crane- Kinpatsu. painfully obvious similarities. both are hight ranking government officials that monitor and announce the events of the hunger games/ battle royal respectively.<br/><br/>Battle Royal is not the only book with this concept: the ""Most Dangerous Game"" ""The Lottery"" are a few examples.<br/><br/>Most deaths in hunger games were unobserved and the ones that were poorly described. Thresh was unexpected killed off screen, wile he had little character development he still was in the final four remaining contestants and deceived even the slights description of what happened. Now, you may think think this make the book more appropriate than Battle Royal but sadly as the book is already bloody and twisted and all editing out the death description does is make the target audience lower a lower age. I don't wan't you to think that I like bloody and gory deaths but in a book all about death editing it out and having characters kill without the smallest description just makes it worse.  Another minor similarity is books end with the protagonists on a train.<br/><br/>Really Collins, you are a professional author please write your own stories.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R733F4MZHNX4M?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Absolute thrilling and shocking book. Filled with hilarious remarks and tragic filled events. A must read</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29Z8EMIM7MQ8V?ASIN=0439023521	amazing book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Definitely my favorite book yet it has so much action and love witch is such an odd but great combination</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21H0GJ3KJDZUP?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book is amazing. I have read.this 3 times. I would recommend this book to a friend<br/>. it is cool</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QJKFJJCGOMNQ?ASIN=0439023521	Good Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Enjoyed reading this book and can't wait to finish the other ones in the series.  Plus I liked the movies</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1W5Q2UUM7R5K5?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games from Amazon.com	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Oh my gosh!  My sister mentioned this book on FB so I went to amazon.com and bought it on my Kindle.  I could not put it down!  In fact, I read the entire book in one day.  It is very different from anything else I've ever read and it kept my attention and I hungered for every new page.  There is violence and a lot of it, but not the kind that makes you sick.  It's hard to explain to other people except to say ""Read it""!!  You really do not know what is going to happen next, and many times, I went back and read an excerpt over again.  After enough time has passed, I may read it again.  I've also read the 2 books after this one.  They were good and the 3rd one very good, but neither captured my attention like this one.  I highly recommend The Hunger Games!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IZA3C6RH4Y7G?ASIN=0439023521	The book is better than the movie!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book is great - makes you cry, laugh, and feel everything. It's not confusing. I saw the movie with someone who hadn't read the book and they kept asking me what was happening. So read the book if you want a real view of this story. The movie is ok but doesn't give the kind of feeling the book does.<br/><br/>Understanding the districts especially it is necessary to read the book. The characters are developed so well by Suzanne Collins and you really feel like you understand them and what they're doing and why. Like Katniss sacrificing herself for her sister and what her family went through makes a lot more sense when you read the book. You get none of that in the movie.<br/><br/>So if you're interested in this story, definitely read the book first!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FUYKJTG3H7IN?ASIN=0439023521	Page- turner.......	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games, part of a Trilogy, is a fast, excellent read. It says, ""Young Adult"" but don't let that dissuade you. I am certainly not a young adult. The premise is a boy and a girl are picked from each of 12 ""districts"" every year to fight to the death, no-holds barred. They fight in an 'arena', which may be cold and icey to hot and sandy or a forest or jungle. There can be only one winner. The winner gets alot of perks, fame and fortune. This is a dystopian world. There is a lack of food and every little thing is a luxury. The protagonist, 16 year-old Katniss Everdeen is fighting for her family, District 12, and to stay alive.<br/><br/>The story is evenly paced and an easy read. I will be waiting for a possible movie release of this book! Readers, have fun !</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GNIZWXP3KFRG?ASIN=0439023521	Heart wrenchingly good!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The basis of this book is horrible! As a mother, the thought of this actually happening is a nightmare. With that said, it's with that state of mind that I find this story so addictaive! From the first chapter, you feel the main characters emotion, tourment, responsibility, and overall dedication to her family and friends. You feel her heartbreak and her misery, but at the same time, you also understand her survival instinct in a situation where there really is no other option. I was even brought to tears at one point in the book, if you've read it, you probably know the part I am talking about. (bread from Dist. 11) I appreciate the moral struggle the characters go through, and the helplessness they feel. I am hooked and cannot wait for the third book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1I8Y4316X68OM?ASIN=0439023521	Hey Ms. Wells! Watup	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger games is an excellent read for all ages. If you have followed her other books, then you know that she likes to right about main characters that live in poverty and go through some sort of coming of age through battles. In the series, ""The Underland Chronicles,"" the main character, Gregor, lives in a impoverished apartment with his immediate family except he hasn't seen his father in several years/. In the Hunger Games, the main character also lives in a impoverished apartment and her dad has been dead for several years. Then, Gregor leaves his family to go fight a war. His family has no idea where he is at all. Again, very similarly, The main character of the Hunger Games has t fight for her life without her family being able to know how she is.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R217NNCKH8B7HW?ASIN=0439023521	Why did I wait so long to read this?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is just as good as the promises made of it - I would say that my biggest complaint for this novel is that it is told from first-person, which I am not a fan of - that is only a preference - and, of course, the movie in no way does justice to this novelization either - there are a great many details within these pages that never see the screen, and the changes made for the film did not better the book, so one hundred percent, this is a must read - because of the first person point of view and the inclusion of so much narrative and descriptive and not much dialog or action (in comparison) plus the addition of romance (not my usual fare) I give this a 4 out of 5 - but look forward to reading the rest of the series - well done, Ms Collins, well done.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NXUPF6G0161U?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games made me hungery for more!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is my first review. My wife read ""The Hunger Games"" a few months ago. She loved it!! I just got my Kindle Fire for Christmas and this is the first book I read. It took me one day!! That is how hard it was to put down. I was surprised to find out that this is a ""teen"" book, not because of its content but because it was written so well. I will be starting the second book in this trilogy tomorrow but I am not as excited just because I know how trilogy's normally go... the second book is usally the one lacking, but I am hoping Ms. Collins proves me wrong. This is a great book for teens and adults alike. If my daughter was old enough to understand the story I would have no problem letting her read it. Anyways I hope you all enjoy it as much as I did.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LZ9SO750AT9V?ASIN=0439023521	Thrilling and Quite Impressive	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Although the plot of this book is somewhat gruesome, I couldn't put it down. The author did a great job with giving the reader the necessary background of the living conditions of not only District 12 but of the tributes as well. Additionally, I could clearly see the division between the wealthy citizens of Capital and the poverty of the Districts. However what was so alarming and peeked my interest from chapter to chapter is how this dictatorship forced children who could really be friends, to kill each other for food. I would also like to note that the characters were carefully and skillfully developed. I really connected to the emotions of each. I loved reading this book. Each chapter left me wanting more.....I can't wait to read Catching Fire!!!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GHMV78L52ZQ0?ASIN=0439023521	Gripping easy read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I picked this up since I wanted to read before I head to see it in the theaters. Even with the hype, i still had reservations of whether or not i'd like it since it was often compared to Twilight which I wasn't a fan of the writing and couldn't get past the first book. However, Suzanne Collins weaves a very intricate story line that had me turning pages quickly. Luckily, I have a kindle and was able to get quickly/instanteously download the 2nd and 3rd book. It was a great story that makes you think about the world we live in and reminds us that with war, no one really wins. I finished the trilogy late at night but so wound up with all the 'what if's' and made me rethink about how we live. I can see myself picking up this trilogy again the in future.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2M8HDK8TEE8Q2?ASIN=0439023521	Addicting read, not a literary masterpiece	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Going into this I wasn't sure what to expect.  I had heard good things about it, but then again I had heard good things about Twilight as well.  Honestly, the best comparison that I have for this is Harry Potter.  The plot is not at all like it, but it shares a lot of the characteristics that Harry Potter has.  It has a very addicting writing style and the characters are people that can be identified with.  This in and of itself makes it worth it to read.  The downside is, the characters are not spectacularly crafted and the plot could be better.  Overall, I would recommend the books, especially the first one, but don't expect to be reading Martin or Rothfuss.  Instead, enjoy them for what they are.  Young adult books that captivate their audience.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GSVC4KWV4HGC?ASIN=0439023521	Good read, good bye	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Exciting, compelling but not my cup of tea.  Will skip the rest of the trilogy. I know where it's going.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DGDI7VZI65PN?ASIN=0439023521	I really like this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I like I will read more of this series  so please write more thank you love this book please write more.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3C8614WSX3DB4?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was awesome! I loved it. It was exciting and I couldn't put it down. It had me sucked into the story.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2A48FZM5IU9DI?ASIN=0439023521	BEST BOOK EVER WRITTEN	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">OMG THIS BIOK IS THE BEST EVER<br/>I WISH IS WAS LONGER I READ IT FIVE TIMES THAT'S HOW MUCH I LOVED IT</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36B78E3SYVRMW?ASIN=0439023521	Awsome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Beast book ever. I read it every night. I recommend this book for anyone who loves adventure. So get it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9OCTTH3S9IG6?ASIN=0439023521	Not the intended audience, but enjoyed it.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As a male in my 30s, I'm obviously not the intended audience of the book, but I enjoyed the story well enough to pick up the second book.  Definitely below my usual reading level, but I found the writing crisp enough to keep most adults entertained and I never felt like the story was too overt or pandering to its key demo.  Sometimes dystopian future novels can focus too much on the technology and not enough on the characters, but I found seeing the world through Katniss's eyes to be a refreshing take on approaching the subject.  Some of her inner monologues required me to really focus on the fact that she's supposed to be 14 in order to reconcile her emotional confusion with my mental image of 20-something Jennifer Lawrence playing Katniss on film.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2N9VDJM54BOMD?ASIN=0439023521	Very gripping	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Reading fiction is a luxury I don't allow myself anymore, but I decided to pick up  this book to know what is the hoopla all about. I was about to give up because it is about human misery and poverty and that kind of stuff breaks my heart but I thought I will read a bit further. Well, once I got to reading a bit further, I could not put it down. I could not go to sleep until I finished the book at 5 AM in the morning. Good thing it was a Saturday and I did not have to go to work that morning.<br/><br/>If you are looking for comfort, this is not the book for you, but boy is it riveting! Since I read it which was the past weekend, I have read part II and am now reading part III. I will finish the last book and then go watch the movie in the theater.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3L7UB1UNR3RD0?ASIN=0439023521	Well written Beach Read Type Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Reminded me a lot of the plot of The Running Man (Arnold Schwartzenager movie from the 1980s) but with sympathetic YA characters and some engaging writing.  The book is very readable, but I think that avid readers of sci-fi and fantasy may want a little more depth and originality -- I did anyway.  There is very little ""how we got there"" for the society, and its not compelling.  A vastly better job is done on the family circumstances/personal background of the hero.  The flip-flopping pettiness of the evil leaders from the capital wasnt very credible, and the romance didnt feel terribly well done to me either.<br/><br/>Verdict:  3 1/2 stars; nice beach read that may actually make you nostalgic for The Running Man, which I havent thought about in 20 years.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZPMNGDN5OSNE?ASIN=0439023521	OOOOOO! Why didn't I read this sooner?!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I need to get the rest of this series right away! I'm so excited. I just finished another first in a series (<a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/THE-FOREVER-GIRL-an-Urban-Fantasy-Paranormal-Romance-Novel-of-the-Occult-Forever-Girl-Series-1/dp/B00729GQ0A"">THE FOREVER GIRL (an Urban Fantasy / Paranormal Romance Novel of the Occult) (Forever Girl Series #1)</a>) and I was a little upset I had to wait for the next book in that series. HUNGER GAMES isn't just giving me something to read in the meantime. It's giving me something to love! Add this to my addictions list! I have a thing for stories with characters that transcend their story and this fits the bill. I just got into reading again and I'm very picky. I only review books I love so I'm so super excited I've now found two great books this month. I hope the rest of the Hunger Games series is this good! Katniss, I love you!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OGDM87PVUN0O?ASIN=0439023521	You Won't be Able to Put it Down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book on a recommendation from my friend. I'll admit, it took me awhile to actually go out and buy it, but I'm so glad I did! I was finished with it in a day. There's a strong teen herione who can take care of herself and her family. And what these kids have to go through for the pure entertainment of the citizens of The Capitol isn't too far removed from what goes on now on reality tv (hello Fear Factor) only difference is that people don't die on Fear Factor. So yes, it is a dystopian novel, but one with elements that could easily happen now and not in the far off future. There is, of course, a love story but in my opinion there are many ""love stories"" in Hunger Games. Trust me when I tell you, you're going to need a lot of Kleenex!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1O7VBMGQNMIL9?ASIN=0439023521	Lives up to fervor over it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My middle and oldest kids zipped through all three of these books and the middle kid isn't that avid a reader. So of course I read them too. The scenario was interesting and unique. The way it was written made it seem like a possibility. Some of the characters I rooted for and some I didn't, some kept me guessing for a while which side of the line they would fall on.<br/><br/>Some of the killing scenes in this first book seemed too brutal and descriptive. That put me off just a little. I guess our kids are used to it and the book was supposed to be about a brutal world and life. It's just that those scenes seemed to be trying really hard to be disturbing.<br/><br/>Overall a good series that kept several in our family interested and reading.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1C72MVUIBPZJJ?ASIN=0439023521	Brilliant and Focused	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is a gem. I admit I got a little fed up with the main character's interpretation of events a couple of times, but that displeasure only served to heighten the intensity of the book, and was doubtless a deliberate device on the part of the author. Although the first chapter of this book reads like any standard post-apocalyptic novel, by chapter two the action heightens to a point where you become completely hooked. I nearly cried at one point in the book (and let me just say that I can count on one hand the books that have made me cry, and I've read thousands) and suffered strain of emotions at various points. All the way to the end of the book you are on tenterhooks for the character(s), and the book leaves you craving for the sequel.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31E19MGRGPE71?ASIN=0439023521	Great descriptions. A bit brutal, but enjoyable	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I haven't seen the movie, because I was waiting to finish reading the book. The book from the first chapter captivates your attention, and it is not easy to put down.<br/><br/>The story is very well written, and the characters are described perfectly.  It gives you a feeling of being in the place, you get to know what the primary characters feel, and think about the whole situation.<br/><br/>Has some strong descriptions that maybe are not made for a younger audience, but with all the vampire stories out there is refreshing to have a story that is captivating enough that makes you want to keep on reading until the end. I Already bought the kindle version of the second book, I only can hope that it is as good as this one.<br/><br/>Reynaldo</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QOHASKXHEH3T?ASIN=0439023521	Addicting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put this book down. The story and the characters are amazing. I didn't want the book to end.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R360YXPYHR8S8?ASIN=0439023521	A great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Just simply a great book. Keeps you totally glued to it. Highly recommend it. I am now reading part two</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRWRQ45BQIXE1?ASIN=0439023521	GREAT BOOK	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is very good and I would recommend it to anyone. Everyone should read this book, it is great.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R227WFKII1POGV?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was like one of the best books I have ever read. U really loved reading this book. Best book ever!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZTCQE3Q82UR2?ASIN=0439023521	Great story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Such a great book! I've read it numerous times and it gets me every time. Love it every time I read it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROPA8EB02H48Q?ASIN=0439023521	Much better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was an awesome book, wish I would have read it before seeing the movie. Great detail. A must read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32BKGI6AQMQ9C?ASIN=0439023521	Great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A surprisingly quick and engaging read.  I read it in one big gulp.  Can't wait to begin the next book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GQA8Z943K5ZR?ASIN=0439023521	Great quick read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read it in 3 days. A page Turner for sure wanting to know what happens next. Lots of stuff is unbelieveable even set in the future.  Some things i was able to semi predict before they happened.<br/><br/>A mix of The Running Man and The Long Walk by Stephen King.<br/><br/>Glad to be able to lend this out for free using the Prime Lending Library.<br/><br/>Will be reading the next one in the series for sure and looking forward to the movie in March.<br/><br/>A good quick read. Not too difficult as it is a youth /teen level book but subject matter is hard to swallow if it was to come true.<br/><br/>May not be appropriate for some kids under 13 due to violent theme and sexual inuendoes and content but its not blatant ir cried ir anything.<br/><br/>A good one in my booklist and yes addicting.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R220JU014VRPUT?ASIN=0439023521	Hard to put down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this book.  It was gruesome and unbelievable, at the same time, scary that it could actually happen.  It's a future USA, where there is a Capitol, with 12 outlying districts.  The Capitol is a cruel master and people are basically just barely surviving.  Due to a rebellion, at one point in time, the Capitol instigates the Hunger Games to remind the people of what happens when you rebel.  Two children, a boy &amp; a girl, are selected from each district, and sent to the Capitol for the games. The purpose is to be the last survivor.  The story follows Katniss Everdeen, and Peeta Mellark, and their exploits to survive.  I can't wait to read the next book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26YJKMRJMPQ5B?ASIN=0439023521	Lives up to the hype.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I never put spoilers in my reviews.<br/>I admit, I was skeptical. Even though I like Suzanne Collins as an author, it seems as if so many books don't live up to the hype especially if they've been made into movies. I haven't seen the movie, yet, either. But the book is very good, so much so that I couldn't put it down.<br/>Ms. Collins has managed to jump into the near future with chilling reality; I can easily see this type of thing happening. As a disabled person who is dependent on the government for everything, the absolute disinterest in me as a person by those who have the power of life and death over those in their care is well captured by the author.<br/>A fascinating, exhilarating study of humanity wrapped in a fabulously well wrought story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21JLG0AWA6CU6?ASIN=0439023521	Very good Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this in a four or five days reading in the evenings during my holidays. I thought about reading this because of its popularity, I was not expecting much since it is considered a a young adult series, I mean, most of this story is about a bunch of teenagers going around killing each other in the forest as part of a TV show, but I was very surprised that the topics covered were mature enough for adult readers.<br/>I love the realistic way the author portraits poverty just the way it is. However the main premise of the story reminds me of other books, Shirley Jackson's ""The Lottery"",  or ""Survivor"". Still I enjoyed the work, it kept me turning page after page. Close to the end it itus a bit fussy but still the final is very satisfying.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KTEJ2PSQJ712?ASIN=0439023521	i dont understand	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i absolutely loved the book, and i have reread it several times over. what i dont understan is how everyone is giving it 1 star because it has no character development and there was no reason for the games. appanently these people are oblivious to the plot, because both of these things were very obvious to me, and im 12. first, Collins clearly states that the gmes happen to keep the districts in order, so they would at least second guess themseves before rebelling. next, it was obvious to me that katniss changed, mosy importantly becoming forgivi g. she learns to forgive her mother and anyyone else she ahs hurt. i know everyone wil say, what woud a seventh grader know, bu to me, i feel loke i comprehended the book better than 40 year olds.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GDZW5F6K1DYM?ASIN=0439023521	Very good story, very likeable main character	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed this book and will certainly seek out the next in the series to read.  The world in which this story is set is typical ""dystopian"" with strong control by a central, manipulative government.  This YA book will easily grab the imagination and interest of most adults as well.  Some events are brutal, but not gory.  The characters are realistically created with strenghts and weaknesses.  The author spun an interesting survival tale with tid-bits of ""coming of age"" stories.  When I first finished the book I thought I was satisfied with the ending and didn't need to run out to read the next, but as I reflected on the story, I realized there are many questions I am desperate to see answered in the next installment.  Very enjoyable read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23912NOLFC5VR?ASIN=0439023521	It had me until the end...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm giving this book 2 stars because the ending literally ruined the whole book for me. I thought it was such a great book until the author decided to set it up for a sequel, and rather poorly I might add. She created these fantastic characters and really nurtured the bond between Peeta and Katniss, giving Katniss an actual arc! But she made the whole thing moot when she made Katniss so cold to Peeta in the end. It came out of left field, it made her unlikeable, it made the whole book a waste of time. It was so obvious that the only reason why she did it was to set up some kind of love triangle with Katniss, Peeta and the boy back home. Not interested. So forced!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21KYFKIGJ5PZU?ASIN=0439023521	I got caught up	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Although I’m not much for sci-fi or survival stories, I got caught up in the story of Katniss and her fight, not only to survive in a brutal world, but to define who she was to become as a person.<br/><br/>The story is excellent and the development of characters and the colorfulness of the Capitol are brilliant. Once in the arena, the action is non-stop and it’s hard to put the book down because each chapter ends with a cliffhanger making you want more. The violence however, is a little disturbing and toward the end of The Games becomes more and more graphic as Katniss is desensitized to all that happens around her. The first book can stand alone, but leaves enough of an opening that it’s not a surprise there were other books to follow.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJBUZK42YICRY?ASIN=0439023521	Spellbinding, horrifying, thought-provoking	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I definitely see why this book has gotten so much attention. It's quite a riveting story, and while at times it seems almost too much ""made for movie,"" I still found myself identifying with the heroine and wondering what I would do in her unimaginably awful circumstances.<br/><br/>The story brings up age-old questions: Under what life-threatening circumstances does someone turn from human to animal? Why do two people in the same situation react so differently? Why, in the darkest of times, do the simplest acts of humanity move us so?<br/><br/>The amount of violence was wrenching, and I can't bring myself to read the sequel(s). It also troubles me that adolescents seem to have such a voracious appetite for these dark themes and topics.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10OQWOLXNQADG?ASIN=0439023521	Damn Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is one of my favorite books. I love it.  Katniss is a great heroine. She is tough and smart and has determination in the face of impossible odds. And not only that, but she is loyal. She is truly a wonderful character. Although the plot is a bit brutal in some places, making it perhaps not the best bed time story for young kids (as a matter of fact I wouldn't suggest it for anyone under 12 yrs old), it is filled full of action and the utter desperation Katniss and Peeta face in trying to survive the Hunger Games. The story is a little like The Running Man, but with teenagers instead.<br/><br/>I definitely recommend this book, but I don't recommend the audio book. I bought that too and I can't stand the narrator's voice.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSL6BJ9VQ6YJU?ASIN=0439023521	Hooked by the Second Chapter	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really waited awhile to get and read this book.  The ""young adult"" designation put me off, especially after trying to get through Twilight.  As a Prime member, I knew I could get this book free on my Kindle, so figured, why not?  I was pleasantly surprised.  While Twilight sounded like it was written by a sophomore in high school (appropriate I suppose for the intended audience, but I just couldn't stand it), Hunger Games has a mature style that can appeal to many more readers.  Sure the premise is pretty disturbing, teenagers killing each other off.  Yet, I found myself sucked into Katniss Everdeen's life and her desire to protect her family.  I have since purchased the book and the sequels, I just have to know what happens at the end!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14VLYTZGKZW4I?ASIN=0439023521	Nice execution on two complimentary dramatic structures	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is an impressive novel--it has all the elements of a good novel and executes on them well.  In terms of structure, I believe it actually has two complimentary dramatic structures which reach different audiences--one about survival and the other about love.  The two converge at the resolution and lead to a satisfying finish.<br/><br/>For me, the survival story was what kept me reading.  But I can see some readers focusing more on the love story, especially if they're rooting for Peeta to get the girl.  However, for me, the love story never took off because Katniss never really fell for Peeta.  Nonetheless, the decision to have two separate story structures which overlap and come together in the end is a great technique.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R130KXRCSD3PVJ?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I just finished the trilogy of The Hunger Games, Catching Fire and Mockingjay; the first I bought as Amazon had a very good price on it and I truly liked it although I don't like post-apocalyptic stories.  I just had to see what the younger set was reading and it had been highly recommended.  BTW, I'm 70+.  It was so good I had to read the others and borrowed them through Amazon's Prime program and they paid for the cost for the year.  A truly outstanding work and I didn't know they were even filming it when I first read it...well worth the price as this author is truly outstanding.  The first book is outstanding and could stand alone; but the story is incomplete without the other two and I was truly surprised at the twists and turns....</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38EU7K7PFPU2E?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is one of my favorite books. It is about a teenager named Katniss Everdeen. Katniss' sister, Primrose, has been chosen to leave her home to fight in the Hunger Games. Katniss knows Primrose cannot survive the ordeal, so she volunteers to take her place in the games. The hosts of this cruel event are the gamemakers of the capitol elite. The capitol has chosen 23 other juveniles to fight against her in the Hunger Games arena. The tributes are to fight to the death until one remains. You must read the book to see who wins the bloody battle of the Hunger Games.  I recommend that you should be at least 10 years old to be able to enjoy the Hunger Games the way it is meant to be experienced. So go out and read the novel today!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDBRL90HS0LQ4?ASIN=0439023521	Riveting read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book. It's rare I read a novel that has me glued to the page (or my Kindle screen!) but The Hunger Games is mesmerising from the first page. Katniss is a complex, believable character who demonstrates just the right amount of grit and vulnerability. Peeta is also really well characterised - although I often found him an enigma, perhaps because we view him through Katniss's eyes.<br/><br/>It's hard to believe this book is categorised as 'young adult' since it's pretty brutal in places. Yet, there is a beauty in the unfolding violence and the tension that goes with it. The plot kept me guessing right up to the end, with some really surprising twists. Loved it - and have just downloaded the second book in the series, Catching Fire.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ERL4NJTD25SU?ASIN=0439023521	Dystopian Future Caught on TV	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was hooked and could not stop clicking pages (poor Kindle joke) from the very first page. This a great next step for the Harry Potter generation and one that should be taken. I would never feel comfortable recommending something like Twilight to anyone but this coming of age story fits right in there with Catcher in the Rye. It teaches the brutality of war.<br/><br/>I don't know that I would want someone in middle school reading this but would definitely recommend it to someone in high school or higher.<br/><br/>From the first page I was reminded of the dystopian future set forth by 1984 - 1984 is one of my favorites. I can't sing any higher praise for this book other than recommending that you start reading this as soon as possible - at any age.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33G7BBPHWOXLQ?ASIN=0439023521	this amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i love it so much action  romance  is my favorite part but is it real i will find out in catching fire</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11NGE5KTBU1JG?ASIN=0439023521	Love this series!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">READING FOR THE SECOND TIME!! SO GOOD!!! CANT WAIT FOR THE NEXT MOVIE ALSO! So exited for that to come</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BH30IT1RZM3B?ASIN=0439023521	LOVEEEE	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I sacrificed sleep for this book!! i couldnt put it down! i cant wait to read catching fire now! love!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1AHXRNYVYIXOP?ASIN=0439023521	THE BEST BOOK EVER!!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">In the ruins of a place once known North America lies the nation of Panem, a shining Capital surrounded by twelve outlying districts. The Capital is harsh and cruel and keeps the districts in line by forcing them all to send one boy and girl between ages twelve 2 eighteen to participate in the annual Hunger Games, a fight to the death on live T.V. 16 year old Katniss Everdeen regards it as death sentence when she steps forward to take her sisters place in the games. But Katniss has been close to dead before- and  survival, for her, is second nature. Without really meaning to, she becomes a contender. But if she wants to win she will have to start making the right choices that weigh survival against humanity and life against love!!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFFA13CEWP6VT?ASIN=0439023521	This is an excellent post-apocalypse book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is an excellent post-apocalypse book. I know people compare it to Battle Royale, simply because they both have teenagers battling to the death. However, the main point of the Hunger Games is a political statement. The teenagers are a sacrifice to the ""Capital"" in order to maintain or obtain goods for survival. The teenagers end up fighting in an arena, like Battle Royale, but the reason behind their confrontations is very different. In Battle Royale, the students are simply kidnapped and pitted against each other in a fight to the death, for seemingly no reason other than a psychological experiment. Battle Royale is an excellent book, but saying that ""The Hunger Games"" is simply a copy does neither book justice.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SXMWKO0ADR?ASIN=0439023521	A truly amazing story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I kept hearing about The Hunger Games but I never really paid much attention to it and then one day I finally decided to buy it and see what all the fuss was about. And boy, I get it now... I do!<br/>This is such a unique tale, told so beautifully by author Suzanne Collins. Every scene was so vivid in my mind as I followed the adventures of Katniss as she fought for her life in the Capitol's arena, designed specifically to host those horrendous games where children must fight to the death. I'll be buying book two very soon. Brilliant, just brilliant!<br/>I've seen the movie trailers and I can't wait to watch this on the big screen now!<br/><br/>Suzy Turner, author of The Raven Saga<br/><a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Raven-The-Raven-Saga/dp/B004ZZJ462"">Raven (The Raven Saga)</a></span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HNNTJL7DJLSK?ASIN=0439023521	The end of the world just got a little bit cooler...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This has to be one of my FAVORITE books EVER. I know that on the outside it looks like some kind of military book (thats exactly what I thought) but its actually full of butt kicking action (and a little smidge of romance). I've read A LOT of awesome books (The Catcher in the Rye, The Davinci Code, ect. And Im twelve) and really, who CARES if its not realistic. NO ONE!<br/><br/>Plus, what girl dosn't whant to have perfect aim with a bow and arrow? If I could shoot like Katniss... well, then I'd be a happy girl.<br/><br/>All in all,this story of the the sheer power of deternination is a good read, perfect for playful  debates with friends(unlikeTwilight. Eew.), and it just might teach us a little bit about the true meaning of friendship love...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XYKL3SJPN5GQ?ASIN=0439023521	This book is extraordinary	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I almost didn't read this book because of its description. I'm not a fan of murderous children, so to speak, but I'd heard good things about it so I tried it. From beginning to end, it's keeps you craving more. The characters are likable and, more importantly, believable. I've read this book more times than I can count, along with its successors, Catching Fire and Mockingjay. The Hunger Games will make you rethink almost everything in your life, the history of everything and, more importantly, the future of everything. This book moved me more than any book has in years. It's enrapturing, powerful, witty, and romantic without being disingenuous. In case you can't tell, I adore this book. And I recommend it to everyone that can read.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RE3V1QFPZCFXN?ASIN=0439023521	Brutal, but brilliant	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the first book I purchased specifically for a Kindle, and not a Kindle for PC. I was so excited to read it on my new device, and it was the first book I read start to finish on my device. I couldn't put it down.<br/>From the start when Katniss volunteered herself to save her sister all the way until the end when she has to make difficult decisions for herself, and her new friend, Peeta, I was with her the entire time. Every decision that the Capitol made to make the Games harder, every time Katniss had to watch someone die for no reason, I was right there with her, feeling exactly the way she was. I was so engrossed in this novel that I bought the second one the moment I finished this one. I can't wait to finish Catching Fire!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPUUXYLUM9SQM?ASIN=0439023521	An engaing read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of the most enthralling reads I've had in quite awhile.  The author consistently builds the plot and characters from page to page to keep the reader engaged and wanting to continue.  If a book doesn't capture my attention in the first couple of chapters, it dissuades me from continuing to read on.  The author captured my interest in the first chapter and continued to build my interest throughout the book.  The twist and turns, though not all unexpected, grabbed my attention at every turn thus leaving me wanting to know more.  She not only  built a captivating plot, but the characters as well.  I'd recommend this book to anyone who likes a very well written book.  I couldn't wait to read the continuing series to its conclusion.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJSHFFR5I3TVP?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games is a real page turner, couldn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Rarely do I ever read fiction.  Suzanne Collins has changed that for me.  In fact, I have not only read Hunger Games but also ""Catching Fire,"" the second in the series and am about to start the finale.  This gripping tale of a young woman who is forced to protect her sister by taking her place in deadly games pulls you in with her heroism and keeps you with suspense.  Each chapter building and only lacking background music that I am sure the movies will install to everyone's delight. Reading this book has energized my sense of imagination, while bringing back the joy of reading for pleasure.  A welcome treat after so many years of reading technical journals and business books.  The Hunger Games is a welcomed addition to my kindle.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RW7Z10JVOXLSD?ASIN=0439023521	It is, what it is...a fun, light read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed reading the very thoughful (maybe too thoughful reviews) that some people have taken the time to write for this book. I bought this book based on the fact that I liked the movie and that I wanted to buy a cheap book to use with my Kindle app on my new iPad. It seemed like a no brainer. Again, if you enjoyed the movie, this book is an easy purchase as it helps fill in the many blanks that the movie suffers from. Is it Hemingway? No, but most books aren't, and this one doesn't pretend to be. At the end of the day, it's a book written for young adults, but for me, the story is interesting enough. I also found myself caring about the characters - even though I knew how the story would end. Can't wait to start Catching Fire.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39UWA6XVMTB9I?ASIN=0439023521	If the Movie is HALF this Good, It Will be a Blockbuster	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">From the first page, I was completely drawn into this book - the characters, the setting, the emotion of a totally different world. This was flawless, seamless, unbelievably pleasurable reading. I'd seen the book advertised, but never thought about downloading it until I saw the trailer for the movie. I am SO happy that I've now read this book prior to seeing the movie.<br/><br/>This author knows how to draw in the reader, how to engage, how to make us feel part of the story and feel compelled to read on; becoming completely invested in the characters. So many have gone over the plot, I won't do that here. I will only say that for a very picky reader, this is a Must Read, Can't Put Down, Five-Star book.  Well done, Ms. Collins.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38AS9XA47F37G?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was great.  Started it on the morning commute, couldn't put it down until I finished it later that night.  It has all these great things I love in fiction--humor, strong female protagonist, fast-paced action, totalitarian governments, and battles to the death.  Yes, the premise is almost exactly the same as Battle Royale, but that translation was practically unreadable.  Additionally, this book goes more into the motivations of the government in this sick game.  It had a great pace, the characters, even the minor ones, were fully developed enough that everyone felt real. Collins does a great job of creating a new universe with this book, one with its own history and traditions and even slang.  A perfect afternoon read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15TUNCEOECVQF?ASIN=0439023521	This book is awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was filled with so much excitement. I couldn't stop reading it. The best book I have ever read. Hi</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BHDCTB455DNA?ASIN=0439023521	awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">love the book it is so sad but a great series!! I also love the movies!! can't wait till' mocking jay</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DEUL83O8KVVG?ASIN=0439023521	great series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My lady got me into this series, and after I seen Catching Fire I wanted to join the rebellion myself</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VM8L4MBGONJB?ASIN=0439023521	Difficult to put down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read.  i couldnt put the book down. i cant wait to start on the rest of the hunger games books.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26PQ1LD1LTL0D?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for More After Reading Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">At first I was skeptical on whether or not I would enjoy such a fantasy thriller novel like The Hunger Games, but immediately after I started reading it I was hooked. The story was so capitivating, with lots of twisted and turns centered around the games and romance that keeps you on edge, wanting more until the very end. The author also included a lot of emotion into the story as well, allowing readers to really feel for the characters involved in the deadly Hunger Games, while at the same time making everyone who reads think about pressing issues, like government, poverty and power. I would recommend this book to anyone who is looking for something new, thriller seeking and exciting to read that is out of the normal selection.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJXV4J8YRARIL?ASIN=0439023521	Beautifully written	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really didn't know what I was going to get into when I chose to read this first book, prior to seeing it in film.  Wow, Suzanne Collins really knows how to make things come alive on paper.  She made me want to never put the book down.  I could picture every move that the characters made and new exactly what they looked like and how they felt.  The day after I finished the book I saw the movie.  It was done quite well considering all the scenes that had to be covered from the writings of the book.  Suzanne Collins is one of the best authors that I have ever read and I read at least a dozen books a month.  Keep up the good work Suzanne, I loved it immensely.  Now on to my second book.  I hope this will also be made into a movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2K1SPF7UYD3MM?ASIN=0439023521	Good Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a great book. It usually takes me quite a while to finish a book for leisure if I finish it at all, but once I picked this book up, it was hard for me to put it down and I finished it in about 3 days. It's full of twists and turns and is completely unpredictable. I often found myself expecting one thing to happen when another thing entirely different did. The only short comings of this book is a few parts in the middle. At some points I found myself reading a book where nothing is really happening. The plot was just slowly pulling itself along, and I was getting a little bored. However, if you can get past these few small parts you'll find a great book. I'm already planning on buying the sequel Catching Fire very soon.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1U3NR6AAQIM9Q?ASIN=0439023521	A surprisingly engaging and tender read enveloped deep inside a brutal and terrifying world that most won't survive.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The girl meets boy, girl falls for boy theme is one of the oldest and basic of stories. It's the foundation of so many of the memorable and not-so-memorable stories we have read before. Suzanne Collins takes this basic fundamental theme and gives it a very interesting and fresh twist in The Hunger Games, the first of what is quickly becoming an epic story for today's fans of new fiction. I honestly read this to see what all of the hype was about and was pleasantly surprised at how quickly I was drawn into the story, the characters, and the sheer brutality of the Games. Katniss and Peeta's story is full of every element you want in their story: friendship, bravery, competition, fear, trust, empathy, strength, weakness, and love.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2W2VB9QT7UO58?ASIN=0439023521	Most Addicting Read Ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have given this book to my roommate that has opposite reading tastes from my own, my best friend that thinks death is appalling, my younger brother that hates reading, and my girlfriend that loathes young adult fiction.  All four (in addition to myself) were immediately hooked.  I don't know anyone that has ever picked up this book and not been addicted.  It's easily the best of the series, but it will be hard to stop from reading books 2 and 3 once you finish this one.  Don't order this book until you have a little chunk of time on your hands because, I assure you, you will want to keep going once you start it.  (This book is not comparable to Harry Potter, but I think it's the next best book series attracting similar fans.)</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VE4PZ7L9C0IT?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The concept is interesting and the main character of Katniss is feisty and strong, a good female heroine. The idea of the Hunger Games has depth to it from the hints about their society. The world is well developed and has possibilities that would make this story even more interesting.<br/><br/>While the character of Katniss is done well, with good backstory and motivations, the other characters seem to get the short end of the straw and they seem to be there to fulfill a purpose in the development of the main character rather than being full-fledged characters of their own.<br/><br/>One thing I did find a bit annoying was the heavy handedness of the symbolism.<br/><br/>Overall, it is entertaining and holds the attention.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NZ7LPRCXOLKR?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent Book & Series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is an excellent book packed with excitement and twists! Suzanne Collins took the idea of dystopia and brought it to life by using protagonists that we all can relate to and a storyline that does not disappoint. While some minor details were somewhat predictable, for the most part this book offers a very entertaining read and challenges readers to wrestle with the governmental and social ideals that run Panem. After finishing the Hunger Games, there really is no choice but to continue reading the trilogy to find out what happens next. One suggestion for those who want to see the movie: read the book beforehand as a prior understanding of the events and thoughts of the characters aids in one's interpretation of movie events.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UIZR6HVPXPEY?ASIN=0439023521	Not sure what I expected, but this far exceeded expectations	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was expecting a good story- after all, everyone has been raving about this for months. When I received my copy of the book, it sat for a day or two before I picked it up. Once I started, I only put it down once. I finished it in two sittings, over two days. The story is gripping, and I couldn't stop turning the pages. The main characters are very likeable, and at every turn I was hoping for the best for them. My only complaint was that I hadn't ordered all three books at once, so I had to wait a few days before being able to continue on. Even though this book is aimed at a young adult audience, do not let it fool you. The story is mature and in some places very graphically violent, but its worth every minute spend reading it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RU1BNU6J0P0V3?ASIN=0439023521	Entertaining	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought this book because the concept is from the Japanese film/graphic novel Battle Royale which I love. Similar to Battle Royale only with a Lord of the Flies kind of survival twist.<br/><br/>The build up is good, the book doesnt just throw you into The Games, it builds the main character Katniss well and explains the history of this world.<br/><br/>Its an easy read and filled with action or suspense on every page once The Games get under way. There are some brutal moments in the book, but nothing too graphic for teens.<br/><br/>""The Games"" arent too far off either. Combine the shows Survivor (cast with teenagers) with The Ultimate Fighter and give the contestants knives and spears, and you have The Hunger Games<br/><br/>Looking forward to Book 2.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2U1V8KW4GYRCU?ASIN=0439023521	Are You Kidding Me??	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I would have given this book NO STARS if I had the choice. As an adult, I definitely would not recommend this book as a choice for children. I just can't get past the ""children killing children"" theme throughout. I don't know what the author was thinking when she came up with this senario, but the way the plot plays out just doesn't have any redeeming qualities for me.<br/><br/>The characters do not build or grow in depth. They are shallow and don't seem to learn from their mistakes. There are rather abrupt changes with no explanation. The ""heroine"" Katniss (and I use that term lightly), spends too much time running from her issues without resolution. The scenes do not flow smoothly from one to another. One minute, they are in the heat of battle and the next our heroine is waking up in a drug induced stupor in a hospital. The explanations of what happened are weak and full of holes. That this girl is the symbol of rebellion is very hard to believe.<br/><br/>I feel the positive hype about the series is extremely undeserved. What type of message are we sending to our children with this book? Maybe I could deal with the lack of substance if the killing wasn't as prominent throughout and some moral issues were better defined. Then again, maybe not.<br/><br/>PARENTS:  Please read this book before your child so you can make an informed decision of whether or not you want your child exposed to this type of violence.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9OXS6VUXDHXE?ASIN=0439023521	Wow.  Must read of course.  All of the hype is not wrong.  The movie does not do this book justice.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">There are whole books written about this book &amp; they are just as great.  The book is better than the movie of course because you can read the roller coaster of thoughts Katniss is experiencing that you just do not get via the movie.  I have also read countless summaries from other authors about the book and each one adds a new level of understanding.  Part 2 &amp; 3 are also well worth the time.<br/><br/>This was the first dystopian book I had read because my teen son had it laying around &amp;  I was bored.  I was immediately hooked &amp; came to find out so was my sister &amp; 2 of her boys.<br/><br/>This is much more than a book and there are many valuable lessons for teens and adults alike in this book and in book 2 &amp; 3 of the series.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FCJHX7F98DD2?ASIN=0439023521	So that's what all the fuss is about?!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My friends talked about this book nonstop and begged me to see the movie.  Even my brother, who hates anything related to teenage fantasy, said it was one of his favorite movies after his girlfriend dragged him to see it.  It looked dumb so I had no interest in it.  But I caved in and bought it because I wanted to read as much as possible before the Spring semester started, and found myself pleasantly surprised.  The story is futuristic, and yet so primitive, that I found myself involved in it.  The Games dragged on a bit in the middle, but it didn't stop me from wondering what I would do if it was my life.  I was able to visualize it and see things from the characters' points of view, and that's how I know it was a good book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R383APIWV3GYWE?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games Review......	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The hunger games. There is alot one could say about it but i have few words to contribute. First off I don't mean to be like everybody and their mother, brother, sister, cousin, and for some people even their extremely smart cat or dog but i found the hunger games, for lack of a better word, AWESOME! However I did feel they could have done a much better job with the movie, but were not discussing the movie are we? Back to the book, if you think about it this could be our world in the future and that brings more of a realness to the book and lets me consider what i have and what I am thankful for. So good job Suzzane Collins, i think you did a wonderful job weaving such a wonderful story and lesson. hehe........SPONGEBOB!!!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2H3Z4G3OETJ3P?ASIN=0439023521	Best Book of th Series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I hadn't heard of The Hunger Games before news of the movie started surfacing. At first I was simply going to watch the movie, thinking I had no time to read the books. I am so glad I changed my mind. I quickly read the first book before I went to see the movie. It was easy to read it quickly because I couldn't put it down. While the writing style is not on par with those that would be consider the great authors of our time, the story is never boring and it is easy to follow what is going on. While I enjoyed the second book very much, I would have to say that this is my favorite book of the series. Granted it is not without it's flaws, but those were easy to overlook. Plus, I'm pretty sure every books has ""flaws"" of some sort.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37HRR99U8T7E?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thoroughly enjoyed this book. It is a very entertaining page-turner with a good amount of food-for-thought thrown in. (Actually, food is a big theme in this book, whoda thunk?)<br/><br/>The main character is an awfully naive, self-centered thing...I am very interested to see how she develops in the next books. She has a lot of potential. I do hope the next books dive more into the politics.<br/><br/>And, of course, you can't help but fall in love with Peeta. I wonder if there are any guys like him in the real world? As the main character says in the ""Hunger Games Gone Wild"" parody, ""You had me at 'baker.'""<br/><br/>I've been waiting for the kindle price on Catching Fire to go down...not sure I can hold out much longer.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2EKCF9K9U306B?ASIN=0439023521	If you do not like it, there is something wrong with you!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Not only could I not put it down but I had extreme whip lash from the constant ACTION!  This is normally a book that I would not read but when a coworker of mine demanded that I read it, I gave in and am so glad that I did.  I understand people's comparisons of the plot to some other books, I will agree that the idea of a game where the opponants have to kill each other in order to win is not a new one but the character detail and the romance and the things that they have to do, not just for the preservation of their own lives, but for the lives of their families is breath taking!  CATCHING FIRE the sequel to THE HUNGER GAMES is equally as good and I am waiting with baited breath for MOCKINGJAY in 21 days!  A MUST MUST READ.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1I2HO2N9FBGOV?ASIN=0439023521	Pleasently surprised!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have to admit, since this book came off of the summer reading list, I didn't have high expectations but I was pleasantly surprised after reading this book. There was something about this story that kept me wanting more. I thought this book had the perfect amount of suspense. The only bad thing was that the plot was somewhat predictable. However, it's definitely one of the few books to capture my attention since reading the Twilight saga. Most every book I've read after Twilight has been less than exciting but this book holds it's own. I found myself reading more than I normally do, especially since it's the summer. Once ""The Games"" started, I couldn't put it down. I can't wait until the second book, Catching Fire, comes out!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29HHK0AK6ZZ0J?ASIN=0439023521	Epic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As you can see I have reviewed every hunger games book and am just now coming back  to review this one... IT'S A AMAZING BOOK!!!!!!!!!!!!I would recommend this book to anybody!!!!!!!!!!!!!it's just EPIC!!! Read the whole series!!! Don't just stop at this one!!! I'm probably hunger games biggest fan!!!!!!!!!!!!!! My by far favorite character is peeta!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I love  him soooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo much!!!!! He is totally sexy and kind and just amazing!! But of course katniss is amazing to!!! Read this freaking book !!!!!!you can read my other reviews in the next books for more info but first you must finish this book!!!!! So start reading!!!!!<br/><br/>-Maggie Bowers &lt;3&lt;3&lt;3:D:D:D## omg#I#love#this#book#!!!!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2A4XUQ7AQJYZL?ASIN=0439023521	interesting to the point of obsession	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book brings about all the bad things people sometimes do. We fight we try to kill each other. Truthfully we are not that far away from things like this with fear factor, survivor and other reality shows like this. A lot of the things we do are just like the people of panem. We watch people Deion tv every day. Through the news. But what do we do a out it? For the most part, many of us do absolutely nothing. We watch. That's it.<br/><br/>Through Katniss we learn that sometimes fighting is your only option. How odd that a 16 year old girl would be the savior of a country.?<br/><br/>If more of us were like her, and less like the sheep we act like, maybe the world won't descend into the state that we are rapidly becoming.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NWGKOTWXVFDI?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought this was an amazing book. Once i started reading i was hooked. I could not put this book down. Normally i can't get myself to enjoy vilolent stories but this book i liked.<br/>  One thing that really helped me get hooked to this book was that these were kids my age. Then als to kow that the were fighting for the capitol. When i heard that one of these kids had got killed i really felt sad. And i started thinkin about how these peoples brothers and sisters acted, after there brother/sistr got killed. Then i thought about it from the parents view on it is the capitols fault that my kid has been killed.<br/>  I really like readingg books that i can have a connection to. I plan on reading catching fire and mockingjay.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GNR4PY3C4252?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic Book!!! A MUST Read for ALL ages!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow, wow, wow....it's hard to no where to begin. I was a major skeptic when I heard about this book. After reading the reviews I decided to risk it and give it a try. I am soooo glad I did!! This is by far one of the best books I have read in a very long time. It actually took me off guard by how good it was. Once I started reading I just couldn't put it down.....walking around with the book while cooking, getting ready for work, getting my kids ready for school...it was GREAT! All I have to say is, start early (or late, if you prefer) but don't plan on getting anything else done until you turn the last page. I give Collins a HUGE thumbs up on this! I hope her other books are like this one because I will be giving them a try.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PBRB335BQ7ET?ASIN=0439023521	Pricey	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I got tired of the premise about 1/3 of the way through the book and put it down. My main complaint about this book is with e-books in general. They started off as a very economical way to read. Now they cost more than new paperbacks and almost as much as hardcover books. I can buy ""like-new"" paperbacks from Amazon at about 1/4th the price of an e-book. It appears to me that once the big 3 felt they had a ""hooked"" audience they increased the price. I paid for this ebook, did not like it and cannot resell it. If I buy a paperback or hardcover I can easily sell it. If I had this knowledge prior to buying an ereader, I would not have bought one. as I read one or two books a month I am going to go back to buying used paperbacks.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROIFBZ7RGCO?ASIN=0439023521	Checked out the hype in book form(sorta) before I go see the film.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Now understand that these are young adult level of books. They don't get too much into back story just enough to keep you informed. While there is a hint of romance/emotional interest, it is not overplayed. The story moves quickly and with a fair amount of action. Now these books have been out for some time and I like many others would not have heard of it otherwise. Suzanne Collins if your still getting book royalties thank the movie studios. I blew through this in 5 or 6 hours(seperate days.) I'm kinda betting that these translated easily into screenplays and think I won't be too surprised to see it in film. I read this on my kindle through the Kindle Owners Lending Library. Now to get them to up the monthly lending limit.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RT3FNSB0SEXGM?ASIN=0439023521	Great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is an awesome book! I read it in one sitting. It had me hooked after the first few lines. I totally agree with the reader who's review read ""another reader said The book is entirely compelling, then instead of an ending, it has ""End of Book One."" $%! I wanted to read a whole story, not the first episode of another franchise,"" I agree totally and wish writers would stop with trying to get on the money train and just write one book with a greqat ending.  I am sick of series after series that ruin the greatest of the first book installment, which I feel is what happened with the Twilight books. I hope Ms. Collins can repeat her brilliance in the next installment but I am doubtful. I hope she proves me wrong.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19JR7X4XG4IER?ASIN=0439023521	Love the Greek Mythology like throwback	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book right away because it moved quickly and didn't linger to describe the exact color of some cute boys' eyes.  Seriously, is it event that important?  The plot moved along quickly.  The love triangle, while it existed mostly in books two and three, didn't take the front-stage-center of the story and was often used to make observations and statements about the personalities of the characters.<br/><br/>The other great thing that I loved was the throwback to the Greek myth of the king that demanded children to enter the labyrinth of the minotaur.  Of course there's no victor in the myth and no minotaur in the book, but the small hints of the myths are there.  In the later books they have blatantly Greek names</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3S6EWMJK32LFC?ASIN=0439023521	The Best	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book. It's the best book I read. I think it's  even better then the Harry Potter series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SILABF83QXNP?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love Katniss and how she faces her emotions and her struggle you can not help but connect with her</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZQDMJ2W62298?ASIN=0439023521	first book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've seen the movie but  I love the book better. but I dislike the end of the book of how it  ended.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2URBTBCWV1EMC?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book really only gets better as the series goes on I intend on reading it again down the road.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RC7X9CL0AJ0NF?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I can't wait to read the next two books. I love books that are impossible to put down. A must read!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18FGH40N0NRWS?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this is a thrilling page Turner that keeps you on the edge of your seats. this really is a must read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZ4XWBV9YZIOR?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book was great , way better than I imagined! I couldn't put it down. can't wait to read part 2.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34023O90YQ03K?ASIN=0439023521	LOVE IT	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Another one of my fave books of all time. Telling the truth READ IT. I'M NOT JOKING GET IT RIGHT NOW</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1359CQUWVFHT3?ASIN=0439023521	This book was absolutely fantastic. I loved everything about this story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was absolutely fantastic. I loved everything about this story; I just couldn't put the book down! Suzanne Collins did such a great job when it came to imagery because I could picture everything she described so perfectly. The plot was amazing as well, it kept me on the edge of my seat throughout the entire story. I cannot wait to read the second &amp; third ones. If they're anything like the first book, I know I'll enjoy them. I really enjoyed the movies, but I got more out of the book, to be honest. The book is much more descriptive &amp; it lets you imagine what you think everything looks like. I loved this book, I would suggest it to anyone looking for a great book with an edge-of-your-seat plot &amp; diverse characters.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20IADUA36U8RW?ASIN=0439023521	Good Start to the Series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Upon its release, author Suzanne Collins’s The Hunger Games represented a shift in genres for the writer, who had previously wrote and published the Underland Chronicles, aimed at preteens. The target audience of The Hunger Games, however, is young adults, and opens in a dystopian North America, specifically the area formerly known as Appalachia, in District 12, one of the divisions of the nation of Panem, which had destroyed the thirteenth of these Districts and instituted a gladiatorial tradition known as the titular Hunger Games through the Treaty of Treason, where each District provides a boy and a girl from twelve to eighteen years of age to participate in a battle royale to the death in an arena that can include various climates.<br/><br/>Commencing the novel is the annual reaping, the selection of participants for the Hunger Games, and the older potential candidates become in their teenage years, the more entries they have in potential selection for the event, and, despite having little chance of selection, the younger sister of protagonist and narrator Katniss Everdeen, Primrose, is selected to be District 12’s female tribute. Katniss promptly volunteers to take her place in the Game, something her District hasn’t accomplished in decades, and is ultimately whisked to Panem’s Capitol, situated in the heart of what had formerly been the Rocky Mountains, where she is mentored and trained by past Hunger Games winner Haymitch.<br/><br/>The Games themselves consume about two-thirds of the novel, with excellent detail about the environments in which the event occurs, narrator Katniss certainly providing a good picture. Her fellow District 12 tribute is Peeta Mellark, with whom she forms a relationship before and during the deadly contest, with the number of tributes steadily decreasing as the book unravels. Overall, this is an excellent start to the Hunger Games trilogy, with the author’s shift of genres having been successful, given the more mature nature of the franchise compared to the Underland Chronicles, and while some of the name choices for characters are slightly laughable, namely Peeta’s first and last name, this reviewer would very easily recommend the novel to its target young adult audience.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10UMMMMCJRXKZ?ASIN=0439023521	Whoa...somethings wrong here, I'm writing a review about a book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">OMG, only 9 chapters in but OMG. FORGET THE MOVIE!<br/><br/>Book is so much better than the movie, I watched it two times and now I am reading the book. Love my English professor for getting me to read this, I'm 1 week ahead of reading already because I can't stop reading it!!!<br/><br/>Watching the movie then reading it allows me to vividly visualize every single bit of it, including the GREAT parts that were left out of the movie. Can't wait to watch the next movie and read the book for fun too. I NEVER( Well...almost never) read for fun, I will now.<br/><br/>Gotta get back to reading this masterpiece, I might have to buy a hard copy just incase the apocalypse comes so I have a great book to entertain myself with.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KZXCB14I2MR0?ASIN=0439023521	Good Book, Not Necessarily for Me	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I grabbed it because it was free through the Amazon Lending Library and I wanted to check it out.  It was a very quick read.  It was well written, and easy to get into.<br/><br/>Overall though, I wasn't a huge fan.  I had already read ""Battle Royale"" in the last year or two, so the premise was very familiar to me, but I thought Battle Royale did it better.  Furthermore, the juxtaposition of the whole teenage girl love story within the violence of the game just didn't strike a chord with me. (Maybe because I'm a guy)<br/><br/>I understand its a very popular book, and I can certainly see why, but it just wasn't for me.  I'd recommend ""Battle Royale"" over this book if the premise of the battle intrigues you more than the love story angle.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22VALKR2BYZVU?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games=A+	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I decided to purchase The Hunger Games after reading Stephen King's review of it in ""Entertainment Weekly.""  I'm so glad I did.  After reading it, I knew my general English I students would love this book.  The class is mostly boys and all the students are reluctant readers.  I convinced my principal to let me purchase 15 hard cover copies (at $10.52 with free shipping it's cheaper than most paperbacks in educational catalogs).  Every single one of my students has fallen in love with this book!  Even those that HATE hunting absolutely cannot wait to come to class each day to read it.  No other novel has had this sort of impact on my students.  Now I have to convince my principal to purchase 15 copies of Catching Fire!  :)</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21L5XMPW8173U?ASIN=0439023521	One of the best books I read all year.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">At first I wasn't sure if I wanted to read this book. It just didn't seem like my cup of tea. I'm so glad I decided to read it anyway. Easily one of the best books I read all year, maybe even the last couple of years. I couldn't put it down once I started.<br/><br/>I've read that people have called The Hunger Games scary. I don't know if that's the word I would use. I think I would probably call it disturbing. It was hard to believe these young people had to go through what they had to go through. Going into these games knowing the chances of them making it out alive are slim. I felt so many emotions reading this book. Hopefully, sad, disturbed, wishful, etc.<br/><br/>I'd recommend this book to everyone. It's truly a great read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROZ6B7LH1U783?ASIN=0439023521	Enjoyed the book and movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After the movie hype, I decided to read the book. I was surprised it was better than I'd expected it to be. Although it is marketed as a young adult genre with a fantasy element, the way Collin's has constructed a story around survival in a dystopian society mingled with very convincing sci-fi elements made it a good read for an adult.<br/><br/>The main characters were well developed, the plot was generally solid and I can see why it was turned into a movie. Having said that, I do not feel compelled to read the rest of the books in this trilogy as I am satisfied with the way the story ended and I am not interested in what happens to the characters after, but I would be interested in watching any subsequent movies made.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YDHOTOLW7KNE?ASIN=0439023521	Thrilling, Well-Written Novel	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am a young person, but don't disregard. I am thought of highly in the ""Book Review World.""<br/><br/>This is Suzanne's greatest novel. I have read some of her previous books, and they do not compare in any way.<br/><br/>This nove is about the youngbut mature Katniss Everdeen. She lives in an America that is controlled by the Capitol and President Snow. Each year, the Capitol holds a tournament. In this tournament, 24 ""tributes"" between the ages of  twelve and eighteen are put into a massive aren. In this arena, the tributes my fight and kill the others. The last one standing is the victor and is given alife of luxury in ther districts 'Victor's Village'. At least, that is what's SUPPOSED to happen...</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KLKYNB7Y5AGX?ASIN=0439023521	"Excellent series, not ""just"" YA either"	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'll add to the chorus and say that this entire series was superb.  The writing was excellent and the series definitely led you to care deeply about the characters without moving the focus away from the level of young adult fiction.  Adult readers may have to suspend disbelief in some places where there are very teen centric scenes played out against a larger political and military landscape but they do not detract from the book in any way.<br/><br/>The books are quite dark and parents of younger children would be well advised to read these books first to determine suitability.  That said, I think that the themes of the book are important for young adults to read and would definitely recommend this series unreservedly.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1W0CQYVRXFVF9?ASIN=0439023521	Caught Off Guard...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My husband bought this for me and I had no clue what it was about.  He had never read the book himself but thought it would be something I would like.  Just so money wasn't wasted and he wasn't disappointed, I read this book I had heard nothing about.  I must have been living under a rock!  Once I started the book, I couldn't put it down!  Staying up way too late at night into the early morning hours... rushing through feeding the kids breakfast and other meals... I just couldn't get enough of this book!  What an amazing book.  I couldn't get the second book fast enough.  This book is definitely worth your time and money!  Be warned though... you won't be able to do anything else until you've completed all three books!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7UGDXJYZCG9J?ASIN=0439023521	Team Gale	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Team Gale! I read the Hunger Games and absolutely loved it! It was so twisted, but such a good read! I cannot wait to read the rest of the books in the series(3) and see the movie! The movie doesn't doesn't look that good, but I want to see it just because I read the book. This book was a thumbs up! I recommend this book to all of my book lovers in grades fifth and up. The beginning of this book isn't so enjoyable, but I guarantee that if you stay with the book, it will become great! This is a must read and I hope you have experience that I did when I read this book! Enjoy!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R390A84ZXURAEB?ASIN=0439023521	What a rush!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">At first, I was pretty confused about what Katniss was talking about. I caught on fully by the end of chapter 2. This book was so fast paced that it made my heart race and at times, I had to slow down to absorb it all. The characters and plot are very well developed, as is the landscape of the book. The imagery is brilliant. You could not get a clearer picture of what was going on, how it looked, the sounds, and so on. I am very eager to see how the movie goes with this book. I'm starting Catching Fire immediately! After that, I have to read Mockingjay. This sensation of a book really does live up to it's hype, and I would seriously recommend this book. It's action and adventure, some fantasy, and a touch of romance.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VRDDYHYME26V?ASIN=0439023521	A good fresh new series!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Other reasons that I like The Hunger Games is because it is a very engaging book. It's engaging because there are parts that surprise the reader like when Prim is chosen for the Hunger Games. As Katniss fights for her life she avoids gangs such as the Careers. The Careers are from the districts, 1, 2, and 3. And surprisingly Peeta has joined their side. So now Katniss, and her new ally Rue from district 11 have to fight the Careers or any other team of people to win. Or will they have an unexpected surprise?<br/><br/>Will Katniss survive the Hunger Games? Or will she die along with 22 other tributes? Read the book, The Hunger Games. And watch the slightly bloody fight between 24 people and their hunger to live ....</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SNO7ABL6SBSX?ASIN=0439023521	Take a day (or three) off for this.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wasn't sure what to expect from the Hunger Games - but I had some time to kill so I bought the first book on my kindle and I read the book nearly straight through... (a girl has to nap and eat ya know).  As soon as I was finished with the first book I got the second, and then the third.  It's one of those stories that makes reading fun, one of the stories you don't ever want to end.  If you saw the movie and you weren't impressed, don't worry, neither was I.  The books won't let you down.  The story is so complex but so well written that it doesn't become confusing.  If you like to read, or if you don't like to read, I'm sure that this will catch your attention and satisfy an itch to let your mind escape for a bit.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KEXDCPB2NSGS?ASIN=0439023521	Yes, Get Caught Up in It...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It may have taken me a little while (although not nearly as long as with Twilight) to finally start to read this well-hyped series - but I am really glad I did.<br/><br/>It's a horrifying plot, yet very engaging. The characters are fantastic - very real. The story itself is just so well written. I think that's what surprised me the most. Not just that it was a fun, quick read, but it was actually really well put together.<br/><br/>Overall, I cringe at some things even at my age, so I'm not sure how I feel about young kids reading/watching this, but for the rest of us it's a fun journey.  I sped through this book (and it's sequel) - so only one more to go and I keep staying up late to see what happens next. Bravo!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TVW3DYNS3IF7?ASIN=0439023521	GT Book Review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is a very captivating book that you will have trouble setting down.  It starts off many years in the future where North America is divided into thirteen districts and an oppressive capitol. Some time in the past the districts tried to rebel, but the capitol had suppressed them too well, and also ended up destroying the thirteenth district.<br/>Now, after all the years the capitol's insurance against another rebellion has been the sick hunger games. In which two children from each district are chosen to go and fight to the death. Unexpectedly Katniss's sister is chosen so she goes in her place to fight it out to the death with twenty-three other contestants....some trained all their life for this moment.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IIYJJLHMPDFU?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent!!!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was looking for a cool book to read during my vacations and decided to give it a try. I had only seen the trailler for movie 1 and didn't get hooked up, as I had seen before, seing the trailer of Game of Thrones TV series, which had made want to read the books. When I started reading Hunger Games #1 I got pleasantly surprised. The book greeps you from the first page and you just can't stop reading. Katniss caracter is very well described. Even though we can see the errors in her assumptions we empathize with her in her and totally understands her conclusions and feelings. The action is also thrilling. It is very realistic but not to the point to make us disgusted or sick with the description. I highly recomend it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OLR9O16709GQ?ASIN=0439023521	Interesting book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Since the book was written for a young adult audience and I am well beyond that age group, I was not sure if I could enjoy this.  I couldn't flip the pages fast enough, as it turned out.  I assumed since it was a trilogy that the heroine would not die but then again?  I had to read it to be certain.  It was disturbing yet thought provoking.  The post-apocalypse government control and monitoring is not terribly far fetched.  With the current interest in ""reality"" TV shows, it seems conceivable under the worse conditions. People are watching people eat bugs or worms, or worse. The author has looked at the darkest side of humanity and said, ""what if?"". The Games are not unlike Christians being tossed in with the lions.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7PKIMXRZAWF1?ASIN=0439023521	What a wonderful beginning!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is not the type of book I normally find myself reading. The fact that I enjoyed it so much and have consequently recommended it to both friends and students alike took me by surprise.  I don't typically enjoy science fiction, especially when the society is as cruel and hopeless as this one.  However, the bond between Katsa and Po kept me reading until the end.  My favorite character by far, however, is Haymitch.  He's really the best written and most well-rounded character so far.<br/><br/>It's not a book that hooked me at first.  If you find the same to be true for yourself, I would recommend staying with it until you reach Part II: The Arena.  That is when the action picks up, and things get really interesting.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3V1WDYKO9IP5Q?ASIN=0439023521	At first I didn't want to read it. But ...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">At first I didn't want to read it. But after the first chapter, you can't put it down. It's AWESOME</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34GGREGYV0Z17?ASIN=0439023521	I really enjoyed this book and look forward to reading the next ...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this book and look forward to reading the next one with hopes that it is good also</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1163FK0Z0SYX?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">awsome read and the movie was also spot on. I can't wait to read the next one and to see the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WT9YUKSX242B?ASIN=0439023521	Awsomest Book Ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a great book not to gory and just the perfect touch if romance! Can't wait for the next one!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R195ACPLI8Y5VL?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great book. I saw the movie then had to read the book. Liked the movie. Loved the book!!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCYISJP6DIFM6?ASIN=0439023521	Little Sister Knows  Best	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When this book first came out my little sister read it - she was of middle school age and a highly avid reader at the time. She was so excited about it and couldn't put it down. She told me about it and,my being a high school student at the time, I thought most things my sister liked were lame. But years have past and I picked this book up (forgetting that it was the one my sister was so crazy about years ago) and was instantly hooked. It gets kind of cheesy in parts but just keep in mind the younger part of the age group this book was intended for. The brutality and the danger all seem real with Collins writing style. Its a great read (just like my sister said!) and I can't wait to read the next two in the series!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16QIDPTJ77BG6?ASIN=0439023521	Not up to the hype	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book is ok but not what I expected.  It was sufficiently interesting for me to finish it within 24 hours but I just don't see what the hype is about.  The writing style is pretty simple, enough for kids to be able to read.  It's also not anywhere near as brutal as I expected from the hype.  It's no more violent than Harry Potter or LOTR.  It had a couple of strong emotional moments for me but nothing close to what I've experienced in other books in the sci-fi/fantasy genre.<br/><br/>Overall I'll give it 3 stars.  It was worth a read but was only average entertainment value.  I was disappointed enough that I don't plan on reading the other two books in the series.  Disclaimer: I haven't seen the movie either.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1AP4JU6Y7QGBG?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is just amazing, especially after watching the movie. I know a lot of people will hate me for saying this, but watch the movie first, then read the book. The movie very closely follows the book, though the story in the movie is told more third-person, compared to the book's very first-person viewpoint.<br/><br/>This allows the book to act as more of a ""journal"" for Katniss, or lets you experience what you watched in the movie through her eyes, and from in her head. The book fills in a lot more backstory and detail than the movie does, which makes the book quite enjoyable to fill in the details that can't be worked into a movie.<br/><br/>All in all a fantastic book, and fantastically written.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XULOWR7AQCQA?ASIN=0439023521	Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a good story. I think it really showed the ability of the capital as well as gave some great insight to their ability with the mutts.  I also liked how there were surprising parts and good detail.  It was good enough to make me buy the other 2 books and read as well.  Although my fav of the 3 is Catching Fire, I think this one was very good as well.  I could tell it was written more for teens then adults as it was as descriptive, however it did the trick.  The movie didnt' do too bad at following the story up until Foxface an the berries (you will know if you have read) after that part they left out some good details.  Hope the 2nd producer can somewhat fix that, but this is about the book not the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JB6OEY20QZ6D?ASIN=0439023521	very good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">There's a reason why this book is talked about so often,this book is the first out of three and I will tell you I think the books get better as they go on so don't give up on them if u dislike parts of them.if ur like me I preferto see the movie than read the book (as u can tell by my spelling)  but this is the first time where I enjoyed the book ALMOST more than the movie :) I'm sure u book readers out there are just wanting to shoot me but I did see the movie before I read this and I enjoyed it thoroughly then I read the book and saw the movie again and enjoyed it less THATS HOW GOOD THIS BOOK WAS, I am extremely picky about books but I give this one 5 stars because it kept me entertaained the whole way through</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33DVZ118O5AUM?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't get much of a chance to read for pleasure. I knew this was getting a lot of attention and wanted to see what it was all about - if one can rent it for free, then why not?<br/>I couldn't put it down. In any spare time I had I went straight back to the book. I finished it in just three days, it was so good.<br/>The writing style is a little jarring sometimes, at least for me, but once you get past that and really involve yourself in the characters this book becomes a gem. I have never wanted to cry from a book before, but even in just chapter 2 I felt tears threatening.<br/>It might seem a.bit shallow on the surface, but if you get into the depth of it this book has a lot to offer to a reader of any age.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1N0OINW5VEHHI?ASIN=0439023521	Finally!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">For years I've tried to get my love of reading back!!  Would start book after book and fall asleep or never make it past the 2nd chapter.  After seeing movie previews for this one, i really was intriqued!!  I bought the kindle edition and dove right in!!  WOW!  Captured me from the first paragraph and I had a hard time putting it down....  took it everywhere reading a little excerpt every chance I got.  I just finished it tonight and immediately started Book 2 Catching Fire and it's started out just as great!!  Thank you Suzanne Collins for getting me back into reading and keeping me there.  Cannot wait to read more of her books but this trilogy completion is #1 on my list!!  Hope the movie is just as great!!! :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RTOIF3H9K31L?ASIN=0439023521	The series is entertaining.  Got this for my grandson, who also enjoyed it.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The series is entertaining.  Got this for my grandson, who also enjoyed it.  The rating reflects how he feels about the plot and its unfolding.  No dislikes.  Would recommend this to anyone who enjoys a good story that is well written and imaginative and, in a way, reflects the struggle for survival in *third world countries today.  The anxiety and necessity for food for family and self is used by the warring/competing powers that be to manipulate people. * In the U.S. &amp; other so called developed countries, accessibility for food is somewhat modified by government programs such as food stamps.  But food stamps can be sold for cash with which to buy drugs and other ""commodities"" in the underworld economy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RS9FJG01K9D9D?ASIN=0439023521	Katniss fever - catch it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">There's an awful lot to criticize about this book.  Yes, the premise is preposterous, even taken only as allegory.  Yes, the plot is juvenile, predictable, contrived and packed with annoying cop outs, including but not limited to a deus ex machina that's nonsensical and unnecessary in equal measure.  On the other hand, though just barely compensating for these shortcomings, the story is undeniably entertaining and well-paced.  If nothing else, the author has certainly tapped into the psyche of the modern reality show-addled young adult.  Without divulging spoilers, here's a representative excerpt that recurs often both literally and thematically:<br/><br/>""The crowd goes berserk.""<br/><br/>Of course it does.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30I03KSRO50GB?ASIN=0439023521	A GREAT BOOK	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this on a friend's recommendation and burned through it in a matter of days... then bought the next two in the trilogy and devoured them just as eagerly.  Suzanne Collins is a great writer.  The story moves at a gripping pace from the first chapter and never lets up.  Katniss Everdeen is a classic young heroine full of self-doubt and a sense of unworthiness even as she proves otherwise by following her gut instinct every step of the way.  Collins does a great job of keeping her characters and world very grounded and real even when it ventures into the more fantastical elements within the Capital and the arena itself.  I don't want to give any of the story or plot away.  Just read it and enjoy the ride.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Z71GDLTZAO57?ASIN=0439023521	Just what I was looking for!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've been looking for a new series to get into, that would hold my attention, and this was it! This story pulled me in from the first page, and I found myself reading until I couldn't keep my eyes open any longer. In The Hunger Games, Katniss is very strong willed. She doesn't give up and puts others before herself, and since this is a young adult book, I think a female lead like that is needed.<br/><br/>Although I gave this book 5 stars, I do have some minor complaints. I would have loved to see this story be longer. (I have read all 3 of the books, but I am referring to The Games themselves). I would have liked to see a bit more character development for Katniss and Gale. Otherwise, I think this story was amazing.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KN3F7DXXO45R?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am not the type of person will actually finish a book within a reasonable time frame plus I am slow reader, but this book changed it. I was reading every night after I finish the grading and lesson planning. I actually finished the book in about 4 days by reading like 2 hours a night. I loved the book.<br/><br/>It does start off slow but once the action kicks in, there is no doubt that it is full of action. I experienced so much emotion in the reading of each page. I was happy, sad, mad, crying, in love, vengeful and relieved at all times. I love the book...if you are considering on reading it, you will love it. You will be like me and go get the other two books in series and begin to read them and finish them.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBWELFULQ8UXI?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is very popular among young adults. If youre looking for the next big series you want read, this is the book. I like to think of this book as the next Percy Jackson like series because of it's compelling characteristic. Once you start reading the book you won't be able to put it down and the intenseness will have you cringing and wanting more. The characters are extreamly likeable and ones teenagers can really relate to. The combination of action, drama, and the just the sear brutness of the book makes it, that more exciting. Themes like (teenage anguish, love, work, poverty and more are seen throughout the book, What makes this book great is that it's not to long but man can it grab your attention.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RF7A6OC4RS0YO?ASIN=0439023521	Wow	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">How Susan Collins went from writing childrens books to timeless classics I will never know. In this masterpiece she creates an astoundingly perfect balance between fantasy and reality. The characters are truly your family you see a colossal bond between these people. Even though they may be all bloodthirsty cato's they are connected by rebellion and love. Although the movie is good it does not come near to doing the book justice. These books are the ones you stay up too late reading, the books you clutch to your chest while crying as it seems that each character you fall in love with dies. When you finish this moving triology you feel emotionally, physically, and mentally tired. Susanne Collins I applaud you.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3V130SMBF4F52?ASIN=0439023521	Fun reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins does a remarkable job maintaining the perspective of a 16 year old girl throughout, slowly exposing her, mostly by way of soul-bursting shocks of reality, to a world of fascist cruelty whose politics she cannot fathom, but has no trouble accepting.  While these reality bursts frighten her to the core, sometimes bringing her to the edge of catatonic withdrawal, they strengthen her as well, though not to the point where she ever makes intelligent decisions.  On the contrary, she makes unlikely friends, her courage in the face of desolation and hopelessness inspiring them to help her in spite of her questionable choices.  She never quite grows up, but her story will grab and hold you nonetheless.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1W6USPO2OY93N?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I barely put the book down the entire time I was reading it.  It starts off very well.  I fell in love with Katniss from the beginning but when she volunteered to take Prim's place, I felt every emotion going through her.  Peeta was a little bit more difficult to love in the beginning because I wanted it to be Gale she went into the games with.  Mad he didn't actually say I love you to her before she left but I don't think Peeta would have captured any of her affection if Gale had.  Then the games...Wow.  I was glue to the book much of the way through those.  The book leaft me wanting to read the next one.  I can't wait!  Very good read and captures you from the very beginning.  Thank you so much Ms. Collins!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33BOZUSD6QP3P?ASIN=0439023521	excellent heart wrenching story!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved the story and the trilogy! This was my third time reading this book so onto the other two! ,</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26PFBCM3X1W59?ASIN=0439023521	It made the movie great to watch after I read the book before the ...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It made the movie great to watch after I read the book before the movie came out. It is a classic.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28Z1UQF9ZPVH0?ASIN=0439023521	Easy to see why this became a best-seller	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Easy to see why this became a best-seller. I've not seen the movie yet, but i DVR'd it last night.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33O10SAME3S6I?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Brilliant book.  Very interesting dystopian vision with a captivating story to take us through it.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJFAC88H9WXJQ?ASIN=0439023521	Was a great book. I was nervous because I wasn't a ...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Was a great book. I was nervous because I wasn't a fan of the movie, but the book was much better.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R382HV4TFCJAL3?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I like how it has made up things and has reality. The author put a lot of thought into the book :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IH9TDY98GBQG?ASIN=0439023521	i loved this book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">finished it in a week and I am a slow reader. I got connected to the characters. I loved it &lt;3</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1S0EC2T09NZBA?ASIN=0439023521	love! !!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love it!  I was iffy at first reading these books, but they are my favorite now!!! Peeta is my fav</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1P9DNSKQQZJLR?ASIN=0439023521	amasing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book. I watched the movie at the same time as I read the book. I notest the difrence.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GP28QM7FQ6CN?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love this book. It's by far the best of all the books in the hunger games trilogy! Read read read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RR5OY2MRPX5B2?ASIN=0439023521	Well-written, engaging story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a tightly structured intriguing tale of Katniss, a 16-year old who is faced time and again with life-changing and at times  gut-wrenching challenges. I normally don't read young adult fiction, but this book held my interest throughout. I am not a fan of ""series"" tales either, but I may make an exception in this case. Both the interactions between the characters and the dialogue have a high degree of believability and at times the book reads like a thriller. It is wholly understandable why this became a movie--it is visually interesting and we find ourselves rooting for Katniss to succeed whatever the odds. Call it a morality tale, call it an adventure story--it is definitely worth your time.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RR66BE8MVWA8N?ASIN=0439023521	Well worth the time to read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I found The Hunger Games was an excellent read. It was very well written and thoughtful despite being a novel aimed at young adults, it is written in a style and pacing accessible to you people without being dumbed down or patronizing so adults can read and enjoy this book as well. This book could have easily been silly or exploitive but was really well executed. I read it during a span of about two days and then eagerly watched the movie.  I could see the similarities too Battle Royal but there are significant differences as well between the two works so I am not sold on the hype about The Hunger Games being a rip-off of Battle Royal. The Hunger Games also continues in two sequels which I am eager to read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1U6LAZO26DQQS?ASIN=0439023521	Good or Bad?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Many people, when they find out what Hunger Games is all about, have trouble deciding whether it is a good book to read or not. The topic is very violent, but it also teaches us about our own world.<br/>The reason I criticize this book is because it is all about violence, bloodshed, and having to kill people for others to watch and enjoy. It is just not the kind of book you want to sit down and read.<br/>However, this book is written very well, and can teach us many things about the way we look at violence. We are like the capitol, watching all sorts of horror movies.<br/> If you do read it, you have to look at it the right way and realize how horrible it is that we yearn for and enjoy watching violence.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RDLE9EOPKU00?ASIN=0439023521	Great book with a great message	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I can 100% give the Hunger Games the honor of making me fall back into love with reading.  I always loved reading, but in recent years I had found myself fallen out of love.  When I first picked up the book, I was skeptical.  When my librarian had recommended it to me, I was skeptical.  Thirty pages in, I was completely hooked and did not put down the book until I finished Mockingjay.  I can't say Collins is the best writer ever, but there is no doubt that she had a story to tell.<br/>The stories compelling love story, struggle to survive, and great overall message makes it a book well deserving of all of the press it has been receiving recently.<br/>Do yourself a favor and read it for the love of reading</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSC2BBK41X9CS?ASIN=0439023521	Yes.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Okay, this book? Amazing. I found myself really getting to know Katniss and Peeta, and actually sorta dislike Gale (I prefer Peeta's character, haha).<br/><br/>Rue... There aren't words to describe what emotions ran through me when I read her death scene. I'm a sixteen year old male who doesn't cry easily, and I almost did.<br/><br/>I'm excited for the next book, which I'll hopefully get today.<br/><br/>In short, it's got the action of a sci-fi novel/movie. It's got some dry humor. But, to me, most importantly, it has thoughts. Katniss and Peeta don't just kill the others and feeel happy. They have actual emotions, and I think that's what Suzanne Collins impressed me with the most.<br/><br/>A must read for anyone who loves books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BX4X2K1ASNAE?ASIN=0439023521	hungry for more!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i really loved this book.  i read it as a recommendation of the author of the Twilight Serives (Stephenie Meyer).  This book definitely lived up to the expectation of being a page turner.  Suzanne Collin's writing style is sharp, biting, vivid &amp; illustrative. the premise is also interesting.  set in the future, food is a scarcity, the government uses a tactic to suppress rebellion:  the hunger games.  one boy and one girl (from ages 12-18) are chosen from each district to fight to the death.  the reward is life and also retribution and glory for their district.  i was hooked from the beginning and i can't wait for the next book!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1P2B1ZLSLZXO6?ASIN=0439023521	Well (and responsibly) written	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A solid narrative (which is interestingly untrustworthy), nice prose, and blessed plot in this day and age (if I had a teenage daughter, I wouldn't mind her seeing a role model in miss Everdeen. The same can't be said of some other heroine figures out there, like say Bella Swan). I wouldn't say it tackles the questions it raises particularly well, but then just raising the right questions is plenty.<br/><br/>All in all, very engaging for adults as well as teenagers (I realize I'm late to the party, naturally, and would find it difficult to point to an adult who hasn't yet either read it or decided not to. I just thought I would be remiss not to give this book--and indeed the entire trilogy--a thumbs up).</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RAPIEJRGUWU0Z?ASIN=0439023521	After reading 1984, I like this better.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read Orwell's 1984 a few years ago, and that left me with a bad taste of totalitarian governments in general.  Reading the Hunger Games resurrected that feeling and yet added a renewed sense of hope, love, friendship, humanity, and freedom that I was not expecting. This book by Suzanne Collins is a masterpiece filled with suspense, engaging you to become very cautious of what is going on around you as you read, yet forcing you to trust your natural instincts and abilities to survive as the story unfolds. You read this from the perspective of the protagonist, Miss Katniss Everdeen.  I enjoyed this so much, I am now reading the second book, Catching Fire, which takes place shortly after the Games conclude.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PKZDLW61AGQ5?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I finally had a break from work and decided after all the rave reviews I heard about the series I was going to read it, I was not disappointed!! I bought the book for my IPad yesterday and haven't put it down. I was a little hesitant to read the book for fear it was going to be gruesome (the premise of children killing each other isn't my cup of tea), but so little of the book actually focuses on the kill and the descriptions of the kills are not gruesome or disturbing at all. It is definitely not like Lord of the Flies, which is what I imagined it would be like. The main character is nothing short of wonderful and you can't help but want to jump right into the text and help her. Absolutely fantastic book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1EKIKEX46PGJE?ASIN=0439023521	Good, but seems familiar	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I did find the premise of this book very similar to the Japanese movie, <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Battle-Royale/dp/B007MJSYF0"">Battle Royale</a>, so am a bit surprised about its success. But then again, I was surprised by Harry Potter too as that is very similar to <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Worst-Witch/dp/0141319623"">The Worst Witch</a> - but you can't say that franchise wasn't successful!  Anyway, this is well written and at least seems to be fairly original in the world of print, so I would give it a look. However, if you want something more original, either because you've seen the film (or Battle Royale!)  or because something doesn't really appeal to you here, I would try <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Ender-s-Game-Ender-Book-1/dp/0812550706"">Ender's Game (Ender, Book 1)</a> or <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Into-The-Trees/dp/B009KVBC20"">Into The Trees</a> by J. Alastair Nash</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IPKUDM489EAV?ASIN=0439023521	Shocking Series!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins is an amazing creation of a possible world and the cruel new government that governs it. As you read you start to believe you are the character Katniss Everdeen. Collins lets the reader into Katniss's intimate mind and perplexing thoughts. This book is a must read to anyone looking for a fantastic book. When reading about this wild new world I was afraid to put the book down, I didn't want any of the characters to die. Collins had my mind swirling from the beginning to the end. When you finish this book you feel like the door is being closed on this new place you have discovered and now are clawing at it to open again. I may die of hunger for the next Hunger Games novel.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKD9V62FDY64I?ASIN=0439023521	Katniss, girl on fire	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was late in the game with these books having just finished all three about 2 weeks ago. I must say that I was completely blown away by them.<br/><br/>The first in the series introduces you to Katniss Everdeen. She volunteers to take her sister's place in the Hunger Games and her life forever changes. It takes you on her journey from District 12 to the Capitol and back. I don't want to spoil anything if you haven't read them yet so I'll just say that it was an amazing ride. There was so much raw emotion, sadness, fear and yet a sense of hope. I felt like I lived in the world of Panem right along with them. I was completely in love and refused to put this book down.<br/><br/>Suffice it to say that this is a must read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RM2YHPOVRZWPF?ASIN=0439023521	Interesting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">For the most part I can't stand stories in the first person. Nonetheless, I decided to read this book due to the fact the movie was decent and everyone kept probing and telling me there were a lot of things I missed out on.<br/><br/>At first I struggled with getting into the book. Katniss' character irked me for a while but then I just told myself to shut up ad keep reading. It was interesting enough but not as amazing as everyone had told me.<br/><br/>Nonetheless it is worth a read if you are bored or curious. I read the entire book rather quickly and I am interested enough to seek out the next book.  I would have given it five stars but there is just something about it which won't bring me to do it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YGRTIO0HEIU4?ASIN=0439023521	Brilliant book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I first heard that this book was written for teenagers it totally put me off reading it. However, my friend kept telling me how good it is, so I gave in and read it. I am so glad that I did!<br/><br/>There is very little that I can say about this book that hasn't already been said.<br/><br/>It is a fast moving book. Full of excitement. I think this is a book for all ages. I couldn't wait to start the second book the minute that I finished the first book! That is were the Kindle came in handy!<br/><br/>This book has been made into a film. But the book is a million times better then the film. Whatever you do don't judge the book by the film. I didn't really like the film, but I loved the book! :)</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OXVFYRGX5QV6?ASIN=0439023521	Engaging to say the least	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I actually just finished the trilogy.  The Hunger Games-Book 1 was a great book.  The author pulled me in from the first page.  I was VERY skeptical about these books but my son wanted to read it since many of his classmates were and they loved it.  I didn't care for the subject matter but we went and saw the movie which intrigued me and then I decided to read the books.  Yes, premise is barbaric horrible, unthinkable but this is acknowledged as such from the get go via the redeemable characters.  You feel for them and get sucked into their horrific world.<br/><br/>I would not allow anyone younger than 12 to read this book and actually proceed with caution for 12-15 due to the overall theme of the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GVPWDQTTM3L0?ASIN=0439023521	EPIC!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This Book...WOW...is all i can say...Just like other readers...i was not able to put the book down...i finished Hunger Games in 2 days..and would have been faster had i not needed sleep lol...i love reading..and this has definetly been an excellent read...im now on the 2nd book...Catching Fire...bought it yesterday..already half way through with reading it...I cant wait to see Hunger Games on film..i hope they do this book justice when bringing it to the big screen...but to capture the PURE ESSENCE of the Hunger Games and what the author intends for us to see....YOU MUST READ THE BOOK!!!! Oh btw...i also purchased the 3rd book MockingJay in advance...im sure i will be reading it by tomorrow evening...haha</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3S2RD7YVOM9SG?ASIN=0439023521	best book ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book was amazing!!!!!!collins did a really great job with making the hunger games sound like they can be very dangerous yet fun when your not being hunted by the other contributes.also when the area of choice by the game makers is exactly what people hoped for.just like how katniss i love that name hoped for a woodland area and a bow and she got the woodland and later a bow and arrows.yayayayay for her.also the sweat and sour ending with the sweet ending of  katniss kissing and hugging petta ust to make him take some meds.then the sour ending when collins leaves you hanging with petta and katnisses ""relationship""is growing but overall i loved the book and so did my teachers and classmates.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GBUL76R8XPOI?ASIN=0439023521	cant judge a book by its cover	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">wow... amazing book. I usually am not into this genre, but how i was mistaken. The first few pages were a little slow, but after the first few chapters it pulls you in. you get lost into this make believe world suzanne has made and wont be able to put it down. i recommend this book for anyone! the only thing i will say about it, is if you get squimmish very easily over blood, then maybe you should take it slow with this book. Otherwise i would give this book an A+++. Theres romance, violence, life lessons, government, and much much more. There is a part for everyone in this book which is why i think i fell in love with it so much. If you are looking for a book that will be unforgetable i recommend this!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25CLANOXDZ340?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is one of the few books that I literally could not put down.  I tried and failed.  I read all through the night and finished as the sun rose.  The Hunger Games takes old ideas from many different genres (sci-fi, romance, fantasy, etc.) and works them all together into a wonderful and addictive story.<br/><br/>Katniss is a likable and interesting hero and the supporting characters play their parts perfectly.  The story being written in first-person present tense makes it that much more powerful.  You, as a reader, really feel like you are with Katniss as the action is unfolding and that you are both experiencing the events together.<br/><br/>I wholeheartedly recommend for everyone to give this great book a try.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4ELC3RP7D4EA?ASIN=0439023521	Wow!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow! This book was incredible. This book was recommended to me and I didn't expect it to be amazing. Boy was I wrong. It was soo good. It's about a girl named Katniss who enters the Hunger Games in the place of her beloved sister Prim. She ends up being an actual contender in the games. She also has an angle. She's is deeply head over heels in love with Peeta the boy pick for the Hunger Games. At first the love is artificial but will it become something more? You watch Katniss battle hunger, and physical limitations. I will warn you thatthe book is sad as well as the ending, but there is a sequel. I highly recommend this book. Even if you didn't like the summary, trust me the actual book is much better!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R152TXCCW8E8AH?ASIN=0439023521	Best book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I first read the movie, and i thought it was really amazing.<br/>But when I read the book, I didn't finished it because I thought that the movie was really unforgettable.<br/>And then two years after, I decided to read it again to forget all that adrenaline from the movie, since mockingjay is nearly coming toward an end.<br/>What I like about this book is because it's really original. The starting chapter tells the story very well.<br/>But when it comes to the middle part where Katniss is being thrown to the forest, and having to survive and figure all those traps alone, the writing becomes too sloppy, and it becomes confusing.<br/>I'm still reading it, and this is the series that I cannot forget.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16SIIYISV31QP?ASIN=0439023521	Disturbing Content, but Addictive Novel!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I honestly cannot believe the popularity of a book that is centered around a competition where children kill each other for sport.  But, the popularity of this novel speaks for itself.  You root for the heroes &amp; jeer the villains.  You pray for a change in the government &amp; imagine yourself in this world.<br/><br/>The content of this novel is disturbing but you are somehow able to suspend your judgement &amp; concepts of reality while reading this book.<br/><br/>After reading this book I wanted my husband to read it as well.  When he claimed he wasn't interested I actually read it to him!  He loved it so much we would stay up at night reading it!  It's impossible to put down once the real action begins!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QDYSQQ010HBA?ASIN=0439023521	Fast, engrossing, entertaining read for adults.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Simple, clean narrative style leaves room for vivid settings and characters that I care about. I saw the movie first, which was enjoyable enough, but friends insisted that the book was superior, and they were right. I am now hooked in a way that I never could get into with, say, the Harry Potter series, which apparently also caught an adult market. It's fun to take a break from heavier reading for a change, if only to be able to remember what it was like to relax and immerse myself into a whole other world like I could when I was ten.  I especially appreciate a resourceful, capable heroine who kicks serious butt, something that was in short supply when I was growing up as a young girl in the seventies.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R72B5PB9O6JFL?ASIN=0439023521	This book is the best EVER because...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger Games book one is the best EVER because it contains hope, wishful thinking, love, action, emotions (like horror and excitement) and many other things that get your heart racing. Personally, I think the book is better than the movie. There are villains, yes, but not like you would expect. After every chapter, this book leaves you hanging off the edge of cliff, but in a good way. Suzanne Collins KNOWS how to go into extreme detail without making it boring, so that makes this book a good one for everyone about ten and up, If the parent allows their daughter/son to read it. While reading this book, you can feel the pizzaz and see the picture you would expect out of a book THIS many people have read.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TW31VU9LKZ6?ASIN=0439023521	Addictive	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The story is quite original (even if they do say Battle Royale has practically the same plot). Is it a fast and easy reading. Based in a futuristic United States it gives a really harsh critic on nowadays society. I would say that message is the most important, putting away the fact that the story itself is really entertaining. It is quite violent, because (as I guess you already now) the Hunger Games are ""games"" in which tributes must kill each other, or, in another point of view, the survivor is the winner (so, there is some violent content not really recommended for kids who aren't 12 or so yet). The film is a quite good adaption, so if you watched it and liked it, you will absolutely love the book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCLG4ZUWS4CGG?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I think this book is the best one I've ever read. I can't wait to read the rest of the trilogy!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35CZAPRC3060H?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing book, was in perfect condition when I received it - fast paced... I could not put it down</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKUEVS6X1JV0W?ASIN=0439023521	Good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a good book to read. Once I start reading it, I cannot put it down until the end of it...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PEY8LIZTQI4R?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love it when a book can make you cry one minute and  tense the next.  I could not stop reading.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PDDKPB069D0B?ASIN=0439023521	awesome book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this whole series so much I want to read them over again already and I just finished them.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3Q0DZ9OZL3A8M?ASIN=0439023521	Wow... just wow.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">At the time of this writing, it is 2 in the morning.  I took exactly one two-minute break in the time between now and when I started The Hunger Games.  That was four hours ago.<br/>This is one of those books that you almost can't stop reading.  Yes, it is somewhat predictable in places, yes, the entire concept is fairly gruesome and terrible if you think about it, and yes, I would like to pick Katniss up by the scruff and smack her for being such a blind idiot.  However, all that and more was woven together in such a way that it made, in my humble opinion, a story of the highest caliber.  Now I'm stuck between a need to sleep and the little voice that says, ""sleep is overrated, go get the next book.""</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SUCPYWKCVTOY?ASIN=0439023521	Gripping read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm late coming to this series (late in terms of the fact it's been around for a while), but I'm definitely hooked.<br/><br/>When I first heard of the concept, I remember thinking it didn't sound appropriate for younger readers, but the violence is dealt with incredibly well. It's not gratuitous or detailed and so I can see it would work well for a teen - as well as adults!<br/><br/>I guess I loved everything about this book - the concept, the plot, the characters. It's a definite page turner (I finished it in a couple of days) and within about ten seconds of finishing book 1, book 2 was downloaded onto my Kindle.<br/><br/>Would definitely recommend to both younger readers (13+) and adults, too.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11UAPCT9EYKDL?ASIN=0439023521	Mooooove over Twilight...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing and wonderful in every way...I would recommend it to anyone. Having read The Maze Runner before this fantastic book and having heard the comparison, I have to say, I didn't really see one at all. Minus the fact that both are part of a trilogy and both take place in a post-apocalyptic world, they are very different. The whole idea of the book and the author's vivid descriptions are what make it so good. I can't wait for the movie adaptation and I hope they do it justice. For now, I'll just wait till I can go out tomorrow night and get the second part of this trilogy, since I absolutely loved the first one. Best book I've read in awhile definitely, and for sure, one of my favorites. 10/10 Stars.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32QRG01W8EUUY?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games is AMAZING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love YA and Middle Grade Novels. I write them, so I read a lot of them. I usually go for fantasy stories, but something about Hunger Games caught my eye. I read the first chapter online and had to rush to the library to find this book. It's WONDERFUL. Very touching and thought-provoking about what happens when part of a society gains too much power over another. Especially if that powerful part has no moral guidance other than itself. I actually cried during one scene. I think just about any kid could get into this... the idea of children being forced to fight to the death as a punishment for their ancestors rebelling against tyranny. Very awesome... with plenty of action to balance out the emotion.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BIEYAEEH9UAL?ASIN=0439023521	What can I say, another obsessed fan	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I feel like not very many books I read live up to the hype surrounding them, but this one proved that's not always the case. Katniss is an interesting, spunky teenager who can fend for herself but has doubts like most teens. She faces the situation into which she is thrust with a commendable maturity. The supporting characters are well-developed, despite the first person point of view. Given the subject, there are obviously rather violent bits, but all things considered, Collins handles it appropriately. It's a fast-paced read that shouldn't be started if you need to sleep! Despite what Joel Stein thinks, this is great for mature teens and adults alike, with much more depth than your average YA work.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VT8SL6JN3PJK?ASIN=0439023521	Wow, great book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw this series on one of the morning shows around Christmas and thought It might be something good for my 12 year old daughter, a non-stop reader who just receieved her first Kindle (tired of her borrowing mine) I wanted her to read about something other than vampires.  I thought I would read it first as I heard it did have brutal parts.  The Hunger Games and in fact all the books are well written.  The author deffinately draws you in.  Thank goodness for the snowstorm and my Kindle!! I read the enire series!!!<br/><br/>This definately has some brutal moments but overall a great book.  You feel like you are in the games too! My daughter saw me reading it and has started it herself.  Now she is hooked!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23EHW71ZNXJT2?ASIN=0439023521	MOVE OVER TWILIGHT!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book will blow your mind! When an unfortunate incident forces Katniss to volunteer to participate in the gory Hunger Games, a fight to the death set up by her evil government, she is forced to rely on her instincts and hunting skills to survive her epic fight against 23 other tributes. While facing hard decisions concerning allies and who to kill, she must figure out the difference between friend and foe, all the while trying to show the Capitol that she is not just a object in their games, that she is a human with the strong will to survive, no matter what it takes. I most definately recommend this book. I enjoyed it, from the suspensful parts to the sweet ones, and I can't wait for Mockingjay!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KYBVZYH480S5?ASIN=0439023521	Best. Book. Ever...Well, Since Rebecca	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">For a LONG 7 years after reading Rebecca by Daphne Du Maurier (Myy favorite book), I've been on the hunt for a book that would hold me captive in the same manner. Well, the wait is over! I watched the Hunger Games movie by default one day. It piqued my interest, so I decided to read the book. Glady, I did. The movie SUCKED in comparisson to the magic of the book (which is usually the case when best sellers are turned into motion pictures, but I digressed). I would have to write an essay to adequately review this book. There was so much more to this book than the surface story--just the meaning of the word 'Panem' is a story in itself. In this case, a cigar is not just a cigar. Just. Read. The. Book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2AN48LJSOHZ17?ASIN=0439023521	Underestimated This Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I first heard about this book, I did not care to read it.  I am way to into Vampire books and such.  Anyway my sister in law told me that I just had to read it.  So I figured what the heck I would try it.  It took a few chapters for me to get interested. Probably not until the interviews of the triubutes the night before they enter the arena.  Peeta's caught my attention.  I got so into this book that I couldn't wait to get to the second book.  A really good read and you won't be able to put the book down.  I would stay up late reading.  I liked it that much.  It's full of love, passion and adventure.  Definietly read it and believe me you won't want to put the book down. Yeah, it is that good.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YNXOHOKIS6KU?ASIN=0439023521	Not for the faint at heart	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I got this book for my little brother and decided to get the kindle version to read along with him. While I don't think some of the themes in the book are for middle school aged kids as they say it is, the book was beautifully written. Some people think it was written for the movies but, the movie (which was OK) really didnt do the book justice. It's important that we READ. My mental image of all the horrors of the arena, the dresses Cena made, even the woods where they hunted, were far more vivd than any movie could produce. I loved this book, and read the next two at a neck-breaking pace. I read the Hunger Games Trilogy faster than the HP books, which is really saying something. Kudos Ms. Collins.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R157PLLOQZ6TTW?ASIN=0439023521	The most engaging book i've ever read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am 13 and i barely ever read.  I highly recommend to EVERYBODY! The Hunger Games and the whole series was so engaging i only put it down for meals and had to rush through so that i could continue reading it. I read all of them in 5 days because i couldnt stop wanting to know more.  This book is just filled with an amazing plot, action, very interesting characters, and the settings are described perfectly.  No matter what age you are, these books will basically get you addicted, in a good way.  I am not a reading junky, i never read and these books got me to read others because i thought other books would be just as good. i havent come to a book just like this yet. You will LOVE all of these books!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UDX0FNQH6A8S?ASIN=0439023521	Just WOW!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of the greatest books written and with a clear meaning to it! The government does not own you! SUCH a great series, all of them are fantastic, BUY THE HUNGER GAMES!<br/><br/>Ages twelve and younger shouldn't read this book, there are LOTS of brutal killing scenes.<br/><br/>I think one of the best things about this book, besides the amazing plot and action, was that Katniss, the main charatcer, wasnt obnoxious like most heroines out there! She's brave, strong, independant, and an all around great character!<br/><br/>Thank you so much Suzanne Collins, you are one fantastic writer, you're one of my biggest inspirations and thanks for an amazing series of tremendous books!<br/><br/>TEAM KATNISS, PEETA AND GALE!!!!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24NJ8BMO7CNRU?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins has capture the essences of the life changing moments, leaving you on the edge of your seat wanting more. Never able to set the book done without it being on your mind 24/7. It made me want to buy the whole series, and I have read them THREE times, and STILL want to read it MORE AND MORE. It is AMAZING, WONDERFUL, HEART WRENCHING, DEVASTATING, and kept you wondering if Katniss will ever be safe, or will be put back into more life or death situations.<br/><br/>It is the most amazing, book and series that I can ever recommend. I still am talking about them today and I have read these series and movie and I just want more.<br/><br/>Thank you Suzanne Collins for this amazing series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GTES196Q7CBP?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I just got around to reading this after getting a free download. The first part of the book dragged a little for me, but by the halfway point, it was difficult to put down. Collins did a great job developing a believable world and establishing the motivations for her characters. I kept waiting for the moral constraints to enter the story. There was very little emphasis given to the fact they had to murder innocent participants in order to survive. I wanted more rebellion on the part of the participants, but in that world, this was an accepted event, I suppose. All in all, it was good and difficult to put down. I've already downloaded the next in the series and am interested to see where it will go.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JFRFPJVG3S24?ASIN=0439023521	Twighlight fans check it out...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I imagine this book would go down well with readers who enjoyed the twilight series. It revolved around a girl who battles with relationships and emotions in a post-apocolyptic USA with the usual evil, corrupt government supressing the ordinary citizens. She has to deal with family issues until she is plucked away to participate in a deadly fight to the death. The story is more about her appearance and emotional battles than any real action and in my opinion fails to deliver any real impact in either area. While it was midly entertaining, the story was very predictable from start to finish and didn't grip with suspense so I felt somewhat dissapoointed in that much more could have been done with it.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IKD56GXR11N2?ASIN=0439023521	Just The Beginning	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After comparing what we'd each read for the past year, my cousin and I decided we had completely different tastes in books.  This book was on her list, but not on mine.  So I bought it and read it.  Now I humbly have to admit that I will need to read more books from her list.  The main character was compelling, the main plot was compelling, and even the subplots were compelling.  I will be gifting this book to all my nieces and nephews who are over the age of 12.  I was surprised at how easily the author made me suspend disbelief and how deeply she got me involved with her teenage super-heroine.  This was an excellent book, and I look forward to another six hours of escapism when I read the sequel.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFCL7J9H89NXI?ASIN=0439023521	A Good One for All to Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">You can read the description of the book to get the plot.  I read this book in two days (while trying to get other things done).  I usually like to read negative reviews to get a feel for the other opinion.  In this case though, I think those opinions are flawed.  One reviewer posted that they were appalled at the book's apparent support of teenagers killing teenagers.  I think this book is pointing out what society can become IF we don't put safeguards in place.  I mean, seriously, do people really go to a boring race to see who crosses the finish line first?  I don't think so.  And football is not any safer.  I encourage you to read the triology and learn from the life lessons presented in them.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RM38ECUIH5BI?ASIN=0439023521	A Great Read, could NOT put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I was younger I used to read ALL the time. If I finished a book, I picked up a new one right away. I have not found books to be as thrilling as they used to be, until this one. (Although I am guilty of getting sucked into the Twilight saga).<br/><br/>The Hunger Games brought me back to reading and not wanting to put a book down from the first page I was hooked. I've heard good reviews about it and never picked it up until I saw the coming attractions to the movie coming out, and instantly thought I have got to read this book, and I am so happy I did. All I can say is I cannot wait to read the second. (Great to be able to download on your kindle, instant read right under your fingertips!) :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IV0BZRKG9ZUN?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thougt that this book was more compelling than the second book which most people believe is better than the original Hunger Games. I thought this book was absolutely phenomenal. The futuristic vibe subtely compliments the whole book. I despise (harsh word, I know) sci-fi but this book just brings me into a whole new reality. I watched all of the movies (except for the last one that comes out soon) before the books so mow I can only imagine Katniss as Jennifer and Peeta as Josh, which I guess is a good thing since they are an amazing pair. It's kind of ironic that they are completing a trilogy with a fourth book. ;P Roses are red, nightlock is blue. It's called Catching Fire, not Hunger Games 2!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QIAS1CAK66FB?ASIN=0439023521	See what I did here?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This writer gets annoying fast. She writes in short sentences. Well, there may be depth. But honestly, with few words? Reading like this is painful. You find this review fun? Go read her book, then. Stop. Go. Stop. Go. Writing short sentences is silly. It's a rookie mistake, really. If your sentences can't sprawl, and maybe just take up one or two lines, then maybe you're not done thinking because you may not have anything interesting to say to your audience about your characters, your world, or their situation at large. If you're such an award-winning author you should really know better, Ms. Collins, unless you're trying to fill your audience with the same dread that your characters are facing.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23QB9FPRBXFE2?ASIN=0439023521	good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i purchased this kindle book because my daughter's hardcopy was loaned out and i needed to read it prior to the movie coming out. this is not a series that i would have read if not for the cultural phenomenon and my daughters both wanting to read the books and go to the movie.  the subject matter is a bit dark for me - being a parent puts it in a completely different light.  but, the books are well written.  the characters are well developed.  there is depth to the plot.  there is an underlying message and warning that can't be missed.  overall, the books are good even given the sadness of the subject matter.  and i totally get why they are so popular across all ages and with both girls and guys.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RK1E7JV02F757?ASIN=0439023521	Highly Recommended.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've been recommending this book to anyone I know since the day I finished the last page. After finishing the Twilight Saga, it's SO refreshing to actually like the main character of a book! Collins has great pacing, three dimmensional characters, and an action packed storyline with some serious social commentary bubbling under the surface.<br/><br/>I also have to make a comment about Battle Royale. Similar? Yes. A rip-off? Uh, no. Seriously? When it comes to writing, there are no longer any original ideas. Not because authors are borrowing from each other, but because the odds are no matter what you think of something similar has been done before. It comes down to execution...and Collins nails it.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7HAPZCBCR4SN?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for more !	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Being an avid Stephen King fan, I usually pay close attention to his suggestions in reading material.  This book caught my attention because he had read it and thoroughly enjoyed it. If you are a fan of The Long Walk as I am, you will enjoy this as a good read.  It is somewhat like it in premise, but has it's own originality.  The only thing I really would like to have known is that it is only the first book in most likely a trilogy. Had I known that, I most likely would have waited until they were all published and read them all together.  Otherwise, it was a good read and I appreciated the character development and the storyline was really good.  I highly anticipate ""Book Two"" from Ms. Collins.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R282ICM22NSFUS?ASIN=0439023521	Addictive	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">You won't be able to put it down. Unless you have been living under a rock you, you have probably seen the movie; however, like most other book-to-screen adaptations, you have to read the book to truly appreciate how amazing this story really is - especially in this series.<br/><br/>As I see it, the sad truth is that the first book is the best in the series; however, I still found all of them impossible to put down after I started reading them.<br/><br/>This is a must read for people of all ages, all religion or creeds, from all over the world for more reasons than I can detail. Just know that whatever you age, and whatever your point of view on distopian novels, this one is worth your time.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OVHR0NNN4SFX?ASIN=0439023521	Mostly enjoyable	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's hard to admit, but I had a pretty tough time putting this book down once I got into it. Although the melodrama early on can distract from the imaginative post-apocalyptic setting, it was easy to follow the character of Katniss, easier yet to root for her when the challenges piled up. While the overall plot seems to borrow heavily from a couple other sources, Collins makes it her own by incorporating a variety of mature themes without completely abandoning the Young Adult genre. Is it violent? Yes, and sometimes it's difficult to picture a society that so willingly enjoys the brutal deaths of children. Still, the class struggle that exists underneath the plot keeps everything glued together.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SJGGOPLB3118?ASIN=0439023521	wow	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a wonderfull book I could not put it down. The funny thing is my 11year old told me that her teacher was reading this book.My daughter was making the story sound so wonderfull and it just made me want to read it.<br/>So I did, took me 2 days and I read the 2nd one also and the third I was told not to buy becouse it was a christmas gift..Im waiting but its so hard..<br/>I need to know what is going to happen to these kids.People.I need to know that everything will be fine..Hurry Christmas the third book, I need it now!!<br/>These books are a read now I hope the author will write more not on the same subject to make the story drag on and ruin it, but another trilogy that will also be just as good..</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32R8274GEYT40?ASIN=0439023521	"Don't judge quality by the ""YA"" label!"	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book gained a lot of its early popularity based on a glowing recommendation by Stephenie Meyer (Twilight, The Host), but it has continued to thrive based on quality of the story and its ability to stand by itself in the same genre.  Although it is categorized as young adult fantasy, it is more closely related to Stephen King's The Stand than other typical vampire/fairie/werewolf novels.  I would also describe this book as a story of survival over romance or drama.  I have recommended Hunger Games to women and men of all ages and I haven't found a single person who read it and was not completely captivated.  I devoured this book in just a couple days because I simply could not put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LEG0JTB63D5G?ASIN=0439023521	Glad this was given to me	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a book I never would have discovered had a friend not given it to me with a ""you HAVE to read this.""  Yes, the entire premise of the book is brutal, so some people will be too upset to enjoy it.  I found the book very well paced and exciting to read.  I rarely read a book in under two months, I read all three books in this series in under two weeks.  I simply could not put them down.  I've given my copy to two other people and both have had the same ""I've got to read them all"" experience.  I can't pinpoint the type of person who will enjoy this book, but I know that I did and everyone I've given it to has.  Don't let the fact that it's a ""teen"" book deter you, this is a really good read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23MLBKKR53ECC?ASIN=0439023521	... off slow but I couldn't read it fast enough nice I got into the book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It started off slow but I couldn't read it fast enough nice I got into the book.  It was awesome</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23PRP4PZWW1UF?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Just as good as movie. Keeps you on the edge of your seat. Can't wait to read the next two books</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R265LAEFLYAUF5?ASIN=0439023521	One of the best reads	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book has been a great read for me. I read it in less than 24 hours. I couldn't put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UJRJZBEMJU51?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Just read it for the second time and it was still as compelling as the first time. Still love it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RO0ZN9LK262LR?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved  this book! I cant wait to read the others. the author knows just how to get you roped in!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2G32IJJF2MP0G?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderfully brutal	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book shows the true spirit of a person that hides in everyone. Take away the face a person presents to the world and we are all left with our own version of Katniss. We are all scared and unsure and selfish at times and we all have that point in our lives that make our break us. Each character in the games displays the most blunt and brutally accurate aspect of our character types. Whether we are Peeta in his most staggering honesty, or Haymitch in his most desperate attempts at finding  a reason to do anything while he is helpless to prevent what seems inevitable. Each character lays bare the best and worst parts of being a human being.<br/>5 stars for this stunning piece of written art.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WB7UPS13XWSA?ASIN=0439023521	Exciting book for Older teens and Adults	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Decided to read this book after seeing the movie earlier this year.  It is more violent than books I typically read and disturbing to read about this dystopic society where teenagers are pitted against each other for punishment by the country'  leaders and for sick entertainment of citizens (l guess there is worse levels of reality television beyond Keeping up With the Kardashians and Honey Boo Boo!?!)  Nonetheless,  it is definitely a page turner and Katniss (the main character) is someone who you as the reader are brought to care about and root for.  I am looking forward to Book II and the upcoming movie.  And SPOILER ALERT........finding out if she chooses Peeta or Gale as her love interest.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13GFH37YZK4PO?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Katniss Everdeen lives in district 12, the poorest district of all. These 12 districts have an annual Hunger Games. The Hunger Games is a fight between 24 tributes, a girl and boy from each district who will fight till the death until one person is standing. Will Katniss get chosen to go to the Hunger Games? If she does will she live? Read this book to find out. This book is an amazing book for ages 10 and all the way until you are 100. This book is by Suzanne Collins who also wrote Gregory the Overlander Series. At moments in the book I laughed and cried. I would probably rate this book 5 stars I loved it that much. So if you like action and suspense, you will never want to put this book down.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20K0NNWWXZ20D?ASIN=0439023521	Great story that creates a whole new world...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">At first I didn't realize what type of book this was and as I was reading it it took me a while to get into.  Over time the characters grew on me and I started to grasp what I was reading.  In ways this book is typical with how it incorporates love but love is a part of life so why knock it for being part of a great story?  This is a story about a corrupt government using citizens as entertainment by showcasing their slaughter and manipulating the audiences perspective on events.  I won't elaborate too much as I don't want to spoil it but overall I thoroughly enjoyed this book and will be going to see the movie.  I am planning on reading the Trilogy overtime!<br/><br/>-Tactics<br/>[...]<br/>@therealtactics</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33DM8TRZTIHB?ASIN=0439023521	A good read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">*** Spoilers***<br/><br/>A postapocalyptic world leaves one major city which is a futuristic metropolis. It's surrounded by 13 districts which by the start of the book has been reduced to 12 due to an uprising in the past.<br/><br/>The story follows two main protagonists Katniss Everdeen and Peeta Mellark. Each year the Capitol via state television hosts The Hunger Games. A sort of leathal Big Brother type show but shot in outdoor arenas and won buy surviving an every man for himself bloodbath.<br/><br/>This a home and back again type story which questions friendship, loyalty, self sacrifice and human endurance with plenty of good twists all along the way. I really enjoyed this book and found it difficult to put down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3N3CP6KSV0W9V?ASIN=0439023521	May The Odds...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well, everyone knows that the book is always better than the movie. As was this one, but with this particular book, I was able to see the movie long before I read the book. I fully enjoyed the movie, and gave the book a solid five stars about a year after watching the movie. But, to the credit of the movie, I must say that I don't believe I have ever seen a movie that followed the book so extraordinarily close. I feel silly writing a review for this book ages after even the movie has come out, and long after the hype for both has died down. But, it was a great book, simply but engagingly gripping in the teen drama/fantasy genre, and I look forward to seeing it through to the end of the series.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2U3CC43KSYEVD?ASIN=0439023521	recommend	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book to get older kids reading again just as the Harry Potter books did.  I try to read my books before my younger children and I enjoyed it very much. These books prove you can write a good book worth reading without every other word being a filthy word.  Surprise. They get enough of that from TV and just going out to the store.  Our children in the States are so sheltered from the horror so many children around the world live with every day, that if they can look past the fact that it is a great fiction book and just google 'children and war' they could see this could almost be about kids growing in war torn countries now.  Read this book...it's one of those you'll read more than once.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BDJKWEXLX3XI?ASIN=0439023521	Good novel, with a few things left to be desired.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Solid story,but there were times Katniss went from being a strong, independent protagonist to a baby hiding her face in someone's chest. Moments like that just seemed so out of character. Also her unawareness of where her romantic feelings lie begins to seem weak the farther the book progresses. There wasn't near enough scenes to explain the dynamic of her relationship with Gale. Did she have a solid crush on him? Perhaps, but it seems that her growing feelings for peeta should have overpowered that, and the end in only made this love triangle even more awkward, and not in a good way. However, katniss' struggle in the games was excellent. By far the strongest part of the book. Would recommend!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3G0QPXX43IK86?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent dystopian, futuristic read...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">First of a trilogy; this is an excellent dysoptian, futuristic read. Don't let the fact that it's young adult oriented dissuade you. Annually, the Hunger Games are played. Participants are 1 boy, 1 girl from each of the 12 Districts surrounding the Capitol. The 'tributes' (participants) must fight to the death in an televised Arena controlled by the Gamemakers (who can send in natural disasters or dangerous wildlife to keep things interesting); last one standing wins food, oil, respect, etc for his/her District. It's not an original concept per se, but the characters are well-drawn and engaging, the pacing is fluid and even, and I became invested in the story early in. Give it a whirl, folks.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R398Q3QKC4X91V?ASIN=0439023521	Great read, the pages fly by quickly.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have Amazon Prime and was happy to see this was among the titles available for the monthly lending on a kindle. I've seen the movies and am used to the liberal changes between formats that can happen. I was pleased to see that the movie was so faithful to the book. Although I didn't get any significant insight that was missing from the movies, there is still a bit of meat on the bone in the book if you're a fan of what you've seen.<br/><br/>I found the book easy and quick to read and well worth my time. I'm part way through the second in the series and am looking forward to reading the 3rd and final book in the series when my next book selection is available at the beginning of the month!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BAHRDPKB1ZID?ASIN=0439023521	entertaining, dramatic, action packed quasi-science fiction	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was fun and definitely leaves you wanting more. It has definitely bridged the gap between fantastical science fiction and the mainstream.<br/><br/>I would not call this a children's story. The violence and tragedy is not generally appropriate for the younger readers (14-) that the books have attracted over the years.<br/><br/>The characters are well developed and the fantasy world (North America = Panem) is imaginative and reasonably well thought out (i,e., mostly believable mutation of our current society). The story, the drama, and the quasi-romance definitely hold their own even during the less action packed periods.<br/><br/>Cudos... I am looking forward to the next book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22OEOJ477VGKS?ASIN=0439023521	Better than I expected	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Knowing that the target market for this book was teenagers, I had wondered why so many adults seemed captivated by the trilogy.  My curiosity led me to buy ""The Hunger Games"" Kindle edition when it was offered at a low sale price, and I'm glad that I did.  Character development, plot and narrative are very well-crafted.  Overall, it was a fast and enjoyable read.  The only reason I gave it 4 stars instead of 5 was the abrupt ending.  It felt more like the first part of a single novel, rather than a stand-alone novel in a trilogy.  If you want a light, fast read, this will serve you well, but be prepared for the fact that it will demand that you now acquire the subsequent books in the series.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RK1NCWMVDEO8N?ASIN=0439023521	Fight or flight?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've read other reviews that have described this book as sick and extremely similar to ""Battle Royale.""  One reviewer on Amazon even stated that this book was depressing for her to read in these troubled economic times.  I don't see it that way.  I thought the book was fantastic, showing humans at their ugliest and while these ""Hunger Games"" are government run, hell, it could be worse in our own reality!  The main character was fantastic; smart, capable, merciful, compassionate and resourceful.  All qualities I'd admire in anyone.  She feels; she is surviving not for herself but for her family.  I think it flows well throughout the entire book and straight on till the end.  Highly recommend.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QR86YT6FX94X?ASIN=0439023521	Can't stop thinking about this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have finally finished this whole series, and all I can say is wow! I am done and I am tempted to read it again, I can't believe it is over. I fell in love with this book after the first few pages, I found myself needing to know what happens next. There is so much going on there is hardly ever a moment to put this book down without interrupting something. I needed to know what happened next and what was going on, I got frustrated and mad about what was going on and what was happening, it is a book you become passionate about and it is hard to find a book that is so thought provoking and emotional as this series. I highly recommend reading this series, it is a great read and worth the time.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9ZZXV89IBL9W?ASIN=0439023521	A Great Read For Any One With a Sense of Adventure	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Male - 48 - Read it because a fem co-worker suggested it.<br/><br/>This was a great read...took a little bit to get used to her writing style but the story line is incredibly good. In the hands of a JK Rowling or Stephenie Meyer this would have been an unimaginable journey!! That's not to berate the author, but rather to tell you that this ""story"" is simply excellent but perhaps not fleshed out to its fullest. Now, to contradict myself, let me say that you'll leave this story feeling like you left some great friends behind. She does a great job making the reader love who you should and hate those who deserve it! I mean really...how can you not love Rue?? Over all I loved this book...loved it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCI8GHDR2XUJD?ASIN=0439023521	Let's Be Honest, I'd Die at the Cornucopia	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After having the unfortunate experience of reading ""Fifty Shades of Grey"", this was a welcomed treat back into the world of books written well, where there was a plentiful supply of characters that I actually enjoyed and wanted to follow on their journey.  I look forward to the next two books in the series.  I ordered them about half way through this one, knowing then that I was going to want to know what continued to happen in this world.  I highly recommend the book, even if you have seen the movie.  I saw the movie first, but still found the book to be highly enjoyable.  It was well plotted, the pacing was near perfect, and the details painted a far better image than the movie ever did.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DOH4MSKMZ6EL?ASIN=0439023521	No Harry Potter, but engaging.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">First of all, the movie is very true to the book. It leaves out Katniss' toughts, some scenes like Prim's goat and the Avox girl, and changes the ending a tiny bit, but other than that it condenses a book that takes several hours to read in a movie format remarkably well. The movie even adds some subplots.<br/><br/>I have to compare this book to two other serires: I think I read the whole 7 Harry Potter books in a couple of weeks, three at most. I only read the first book of the Twilight saga, and found it too high-schoolish. The Hunger Games falls somewhere in between: entertaining, not a grown-up book, but not as simple as Twilight either.<br/><br/>I'll definitely read the next book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QTNJRWWWBGW3?ASIN=0439023521	Pleasantly Surprised!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought that this book was going to be poorly written and have no depth. The only reason that I started  to read  it was because I have friends that wouldn't stop talking about this series and I wanted to be able to put in my opinion. I AM SO GLAD THAT I READ THIS BOOK!!!! This book was very well written. The descriptions were great and the story flowed and connected throughout the whole book! I actually started to find myself becoming attached to the characters and not wanting to out the my kindle down. I cannot say enough great things about this  book and cannot wait to read the rest in the series. I WOULD RECOMMEND  THIS BOOK TO ANYONE THAT ENJOYS GETTING SUCKED INTO A GREAT READ!!!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNUP6DTO2KL1V?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">How do you review a book that has already been so well reviewed by so many others? I don't really have anything original to say, but I just had to chime in with a 5 star review.<br/><br/>I bought this series last year and was immediately sucked in. It's one of the best series I've ever read, and I've re-read it several time since. It made me cry, and also made me laugh, and made me think.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is definitely the strongest book in the series, but the others are very good as well. I'm a romance junkie, so of course I LOVED Katniss/Peeta, but for once the romance was not the part sucking me it. It was just a very compelling story of survival from page one. I LOVED it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UCO28VFF90GH?ASIN=0439023521	Quick and Easy Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was my first experience reading by Kindle and my first introduction to Suzanne Collins.  I was thrilled by both!  The Hunger Games hooked me and hooked me quick!  The storyline flowed easily and the characters were really brought to life (er, or death).  I enjoyed the ""boy-meets-girl"" plot with a kind of Romeo and Julliet twist.  The futuristic setting was easy to imagine, but keeping with the ""fiction/fantasy"" genre, I was entertained.  And I will admit, I had tears flowing toward the end of the book.  This book is definately on the top of my ""guilty pleasures"" list and I'll have to admit that my kids are glad I'm finished with it so I can join THIS world again.&lt;smile&gt;  A MUST READ!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LK3BEASFD97U?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this gel book it was so exciting mostly at the end thought when they won I was so happy</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MS9WNVV06KHQ?ASIN=0439023521	Breathtaking	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Not one moment of this book leaves you willing or able to put it down. At once heartbreaking and exhilarating, you won't rest until the story concludes. It is a story of survival, at times distinctively futuristic and at other moments calling to mind a more barbaric time in history. Katniss is the perfect heroine. Not just relatable or admirable but also flawed and at times distant. Her motives are not always pure or simple, but through the course of the story we come to root for her spirit of determination and raw pursuit of truth and justice. Her vulnerability is matched only by her courage. I have read this book and this trilogy over a dozen times and have yet to want to stop reading.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HPIYLJWXZEIG?ASIN=0439023521	Books 1 & 2 great. Book 3 a let down.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read all three books in a week. Thought the first 2 books were great - well written, tense and gripping narrative and good characters. Katniss and Peeta's second trip into the arena in book 2 was shorter than the first, which was probably a good choice since we had already been thru that journey in book 1, but I did feel it was a bit rushed. Nevertheless, book 2 was also good. Book 3 was a complete let down and I feel the author just felt the need to quickly tie up the plot pieces without developing the story or the characters. Katniss's narrative sounds like she's drugged thruout the book. All in all, a great story and read, but be prepared for a fizzle instead of a bang at the end...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IVXXEY5KM7AR?ASIN=0439023521	A must read !!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this following a friend's recommendation and am so happy I did. This is a great book, it grabs you from the beginning and you can't help but finish it. This is not a teen book, it's so much more, other than the main character been a teenager there is nothing else to prevent a more mature reader from loving it, I know I did. It's so deep and violent and wonderfully written. I moved right to the rest of the series after finishing it and devoured those too. I give it  5 1/2 stars. I am originally from a communist country and it felt so close to my memories, all that oppression and control. My recommendation, read it ... buy it or get it from the library but it's not a waste of time.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUYII31VUKC0B?ASIN=0439023521	My 17 year old NEVER reads...til now!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My 17 year old HATES reading. (completely the opposite of myself and his 2 younger sisters!)  I happened to read the review of Hunger Games in People Magazine back in September and immediately knew my 14 year old would love it.  (She did!) My 17 year old overheard us discussing the book, started reading it, and hasnt been able to put it down.  When I say he hates to read, I mean he grudgingly reads books that are required in HS and absolutely not a word more.  He can not get enough of this book!  I highly recommend trying this one! I've never written a review before, but just wanted all Moms of non-readers to know, keep trying, you CAN find something that will engage even kids like ours!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3F3GYOCNSQRIC?ASIN=0439023521	Good but predictable	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really like Collins writing style, she did a good job coming up with a story that hasn't been done to death a million times (as is so common in the literary world). The only think I didn't like is that the ending is a little predictable because she wrote the story in the first person. Generally speaking, the ""I"" of the story doesn't tell their story from the grave. Because of this, it was fairly easy to figure out how the story was going to turn out. If I had written the book, I would have written from an omniscient third person or switched perspectives throughout the story, that way it wouldn't be that predictable. I am looking forward to reading the other two books though :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JE2BZG7794NV?ASIN=0439023521	PERFECT!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this....once I got past the first couple pages I couldn't put it down. I know I am behind the times on reading this, but I always seem to do that. (I only read Harry Potter during the fall for the first time.) I don't usually like books told from one character's point of view, but I can't think of any other way that this story could have been told. It would have been a completely different story from Peeta's point of view, or an outsider's point of view. The author gives JUST enough description so that you can imagine everything, but not so much that your imagination is unnecessary. I read this book in just two days and am now eagerly looking forward to devouring the second one.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MBT4O7WJF86Y?ASIN=0439023521	Towards the end of the book it becomes happy but then unfortunate for the two victors	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The hunger games, by Suzanne Collins, is a nail biting book. In the beginning tragedy strikes the character ""katniss"" in the reaping. By the middle is when the nail biting begins with many deaths. Towards the end of the book it becomes happy but then unfortunate for the two victors. I chose this book because a good friend recommended it to me. My favorite part was when the character ""peeta"" reveals his love for ""katniss"". My least favorite part was when ""prim"" was picked for the games. I enjoyed this book because it always kept me on the edge of my seat. I would recommend this book to a friend to bump up their reading skills and just to have a good read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GTGTQFDKW1XO?ASIN=0439023521	Didn't think I'd like it, but wow	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have to admit, I didn't expect to like this. But in order to see what all the fuss was about I downloaded the Kindle sample. And, well, it didn't really hook me.<br/><br/>Then all of a sudden the Hunger Games seemed to be swallowing most of the known universe so I decided to give it another look. I'm glad I did, because once I got a few pages past where the sample ended, I was immediately and completely swept up by the story. Yes, it's a brutal story but everybody already knows that. There is also an undercurrent of humanity that balances the violence and puts everything into context. Reading this, you'll feel unsettled, angry, horrified, and relieved.<br/><br/>it's a great read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MPIU47890Z?ASIN=0439023521	Very Pleasantly Surprised.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After suffering through the four Twilight books (yes, I was one of the few that despised that series), a friend recommended the Hunger Games trilogy.  I immediately rejected that idea ... not wanting to suffer thru another poorly-written, horrible, YA series.  I finally agreed to see the movie and was so impressed that I picked up the books.  What a treat!  I'm in my forties and couldn't put it down!  I was so thrilled to read about a strong girl heroine ... not one that was willing to become undead just so she could have a boyfriend.  Not only did I love Katniss, but the writing drew me right into that world and the horror of the games.  I can't wait to start ""Catching Fire!""</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GDTDUARRE62Y?ASIN=0439023521	All Adults Should Read....	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I saw the movie the Hunger Games, it took me half of the reel to ""get it"".  Then I went home and downloaded it on my kindle.  The is a metaphorical expression about how the younger generation sees us, the older generation today.  And it is a bit terrifying if you take it very seriously..sacrificing our children in the name of competition, having cocktail parties in an unbelievably huge arena as the children kill themselves in action (scenario familiar?)..Dressing up to the point of looking like a clown in the name of glamour..Suzanne Collins has it right and it is startling.  Have not read the other parts of the trilogy..prefer biographies..but this book is an eye opener!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNC6YQ78V7NCA?ASIN=0439023521	Hard to put down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Book one of the Hunger Games was great!  I typically do not read this type of book, I am more of a romance novel reader.  Many of my friends talked about how much they liked this book so I decided to give it a try.  It kept me on the edge of my seat and I could not stop reading.  The violence is there though presented in a way we're it is just enough.  The book also pulls you into a developing relationship without turning the story completely into that.  My daughter who likes the same type of books I do asked me to read this first, to see if she would like it.  I think even though she scares easily the story as a whole will draw her in and she to Will not be able to put the book down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Q5Q7C4K8AM0E?ASIN=0439023521	Worth your time!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm probably a bit older than the intended audience from this book being in my mid 30s, however I enjoyed every minute I spent reading this series. I was concerned at first reading the first book that it was dangerously close to being a teenage version of The Running Man, but it's so packed with so many vividly wonderful characters and completely new ideas you really can't say that at all. The pacing of the books is also fantastic. Your heart will race as the main character fights for her life. In fact, all of the characters are really well written and thought out, it's hard to not get close to them by the end of the books making your eyes sting a bit every time they get hurt or die.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3P7AS6XUJ1MMQ?ASIN=0439023521	Page turner!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am not the most frequent reader and always wish I would read more, but it takes a lot for me to become engaged and finish a book.  I'll often read the first 50-100 pages of a book and not finish it.<br/>This book/ story is really engaging and I stayed up almost all night and read it in one night.<br/>I think I read all three of the books in the series in a similar time period.<br/>The story is very engaging even though some of it seems far fetched.  I'm an adult and found it entertaining, but it really seems more of a book for teens.  Although the concept and story offers food for thought it doesn't seem like it's a realistic jumping point for real moral and political discourse.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VHWQ8F4FMZHH?ASIN=0439023521	Brutal and Emotional	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Downloaded this through the Kindle lending programming just after joining Prime.  I was not disappointing.  I started reading this book about 9 o'clock in the morning and was finished by 7:30 the next!  A very fast read.<br/><br/>I'm sure many other reviews describe the books plot line.  I will simply say that I think the book is popular because it appeals to multiple parts of a person.  There is the part of us that long for a hero(ine) (which Katniss is), the part that recognizes that this is a brutal world filled with evil, the part that desires for companionship/romance, the part that longs to see injustice rectified.  All of these things (and much more!) are found in this book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13LMXLIOYPDQ6?ASIN=0439023521	Good Read~* no spoilers	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought this was a pretty good novel. It had an interesting plot, a love triangle, and a lot of action so you do not get bored. The book has no cussing(that I remember) and it does have some intimate moments between the lead female and male but nothing too racy (its a lot milder than anything on tv). I kind of saw the end coming but it did not effect my enjoyment of the book. The only problem I had was the cliff hanger at the end. I would have liked a little more closure than what the author gave us. It felt like the publisher forgot to put in the last couple of chapters. But overall it was an engrossing read and I recommend this book to anyone over the age of thirteen or fourteen.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R147WFNJN553AB?ASIN=0439023521	not what I would normally pick to read but glad I did	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My son told me that many of the teachers at his school were reading this book He really wanted to buy it for me. After reading the discription I felt I would only be reading it because it was a gift from my 13 year old son. It was not like what I usually read.<br/>I started reading and couldn't put it down. I read it in a day and went back out the next day to buy the second book in the trilogy. I was sad to see that the third hadn't come out yet.<br/>The second book started out slower but quickly hooked me into reading straight through to the end. I can't wait for number 3.<br/>This is a must read... even if you think that your only reading it because someone told you it was a good book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27GY31PVI1NR6?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful, exciting read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins three book series begins with The Hunger Games.  This is a book that you never want to put down after you begin reading it.  Something like this could actually happen to the United States in the future.  It's labeled a Young Adult book but I'm way older than that and I loved it.  I've heard they are making a movie about this series and it will be good if done correctly.  The lead character, Katniss, is a wonderful, strong female for young girls to model themselves after.  It's good to see females in roles like this.  Great series and I'm currently reading book #2 and will promptly read #3.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LO7JUZ4EO4J2?ASIN=0439023521	Fast paced and exciting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Though this book has been popular with younger readers, as an adult who reads a lot, I can tell you was enjoyable and fun to read. I wasn't sure I'd like it but now I am eager to start book 2. This may be aimed for young readers but it is written for any one who loves a good story. These characters have depth and Collins gives us a real picture into their thoughts. Her story keeps you wanting more and the details of her dystopia are mesmerizing. This reminded me of Brave New World for a new generation. I encourage the fans of both books to try the other. Congrats to Collins for writing a novel that is so wonderfully similar but also starkly different from past dystopian literature.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KS9D171A7ULP?ASIN=0439023521	crying when it ends	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">these books where so good I was crying by the last sentence of the last book, because I knew there wasn't another after that. That's funny to because it took all my friends to make me read this book, and I read everything i can get my hands on! I didn't even stand a chance. It was love at first read. I couldn't put it down! I read all 3 books with-in a week, i even failed a test or two because there was no way i was going to put this book down to study!....love, lust, action, family, anything you want this book has it. You feel like prim is your to protect. You cannot help but put yourself in the games. please read! you will never be sorry, plus there's 2 more books in the series;)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHN7QYP2KH68T?ASIN=0439023521	NOT for young readers only....	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I originally got this book on my Kindle because of the low price and high ratings. I am so happy I did.  After initially getting to know Katniss and the other characters I was literally swept away with this trilogy.  I actually ""miss"" them now that I am finished with all three books.  I enjoy the character development involved with initially disliking a character and then later coming to appreciate them...Haymitch is an example in these books.  The books are written in a way that this world and the games are easy to visualize.  I'm a little nervous about these books becoming a movie - I am very glad that I read them first.  I highly recommend this book along with the whole trilogy!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28N1VWESFL0BL?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book to read. Can't wait to download the rest of the books. Very unique and suspenseful.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R594CTODNWT4S?ASIN=0439023521	awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am glad i read the book was scared all the hype was jst that but i was pleasantly surprised!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20FCRVC0EP8QX?ASIN=0439023521	Odds	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The odds will be in your favor when you buy this book!This book was very good,infact i would think about it when i wasnt reading it! I was definetly hungry for some games! When you read this you dont know who should win,peeta or katniss. I couldnt thin kof how this book was going to end and was catching on to the book as fast as a wildfire does. When you read this book, i recommend you to buy all three because its really catchy and very sad! I hope people will like this dytopian novel because its on my top ten dystopian novels!'by the way mockingjay was the most shocking book while hunger games was the most loveyish book and catching fire was semi shocking and kept you thinking...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLBOOMICGUCAR?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not put this book down until I finished it and even then I wanted more! This book is not a stereotypical story about the future where aliens coexist with humans, human cloning is a thing of the past, and cars fly. Suzanne Collins creates a somber image of a future in, which resources are exhausted, basic human rights are distorted and the oppression of the poor is the only mean to assure that the rich get richer and the poor get by (if they are lucky). I would say that she takes some of the prominent issues that we have today and creates a world in which their extremity unfolds into the unimaginable barbaric event that is known as The Hunger Games. This book is must read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19R8D63M8NC9J?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I know the title is very cliche, but it says it all. This was one of those reads that I didn't want to finish because it tantalised my mind so much - a bit like how a really tasty dinner or fabulous wine is to the tastebuds. When I finished this I immediately downloaded book 2 and 3 - which I can honestly say are just as captivating as the first one!<br/><br/>This book is Big Brother vs Survivor in its plot, but the great thing about it is you really feel the struggle that Katniss and Peeta experience; not just the struggle to survive, but the moral dilemmas they face and value judgments they have to make.<br/><br/>I strongly recommend this as well as the rest of the trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TFTM0ZM0UDOU?ASIN=0439023521	This Book is Absolutly Amazing in Every Possible Way	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book i read the entire serires really quikly with a group of friends we all could'nt wait to find out what happened next! Sometimes we found ourselves crying in class because of something that happened in the book! it is brilliant! this book soo became my life and i can practically recite the books because i read them so many times and they are just that amazing! this book is thrilling at some points dramatic at others and hillarious inbetween...(Finnick Odair). I am so excited for the movie even though i'm scared they are going to wreck the book like they did with percy jackson... but if they get it perfect my life shall be complete!! you are going to love it!!!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39FSZ0D4G8MMT?ASIN=0439023521	Best Book this 40 something woman read in a while!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">OK- so I'm nearly 50 but I picked up this book from my 14 year old daughter's pile and could not put it down.  It's a great futuristic book with teens as the main characters- sort of a modern day coming of age book.  Characters are strong and unforgetable.  I read this book nearly 6 months ago and they are in my head like I read it yesterday.  I also read the other 2 books of the trilogy and they were NOT dissappointing either!  Loved them all and they are fast reading.  For once I did not look at the last few pages of the book and it was worth the wait.  If you like this, you will also like Ender's Game and Ender's Shadow (sequel)- another coming of age futuristic book.  Enjoy!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MVS1HE8BX2J7?ASIN=0439023521	Better than I expected	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This story proved to be quite addictive. I finished the entire thing in less than two days; could hardly put it down. The characters were enjoyable. I found myself liking and caring what happened to them before even having finished the first chapter. That's not an easy thing to do, getting a reader invested in characters so early on. The story itself was suspeneful, emotional; just overall a great read. I'd definitely recommend it.<br/><br/>My only real issue is that it is not necessary to follow every line of dialog with ""he says"", ""she says"", etc. That gets monotonous after a while. Its just a pet peeve of mine. It didn't take away from my enjoyment of the book or anything.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JPE7LFXZYPZ4?ASIN=0439023521	great book for the blockbuster movie masses	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Definitely written for the younger crowd which guarantees a media giant's smash hit. I didn't care for the images of attractive young people brutalizing each other for food. I wish the author had spent more time defining the root causes of the planet's societal decay. I think she chose not to because the target reader quickly bores with such things given their limited attention span. The author is a good writer and I can't fault her for snatching the gold ring. Great book/movie for kids, although I'd be careful with children getting hold of it. I prefer something with adult intellect, eg., 1984 or Fruit of the Gods. <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/1984/dp/B003JTHWKU"">1984</a><a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Fruit-of-the-Gods/dp/B00DQUWUJA"">Fruit of the Gods</a></span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZR4VHR5XTCJI?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I resisted the movie until I could have the opportunity of reading the book, so I had the complete and unspoiled experience of the book (and immediately after the two other books in the trilogy).<br/><br/>This is an excellent book, as I think you would expect from Suzanne Collins.  It is like nothing I have ever read, however, and it almost seemed prophetic in some way and deeply stirred me emotionally, though its premise is nothing like we have going on in our world.<br/><br/>I highly recommend this book and the two other books in the trilogy.  They are well written, the characters are terrific, it is fascinating, horrifying and uplifting.  A very satisfying story indeed.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R245UHKK0GZPXQ?ASIN=0439023521	Spell-binding	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I read the first book of the Hunger Games trilogy, I thought where could this go? Wow! From the first page to the very last page, this book was very spellbinding! I was at the edge of my seat needing more. I purchased the books, and then downloaded the digital copy to my Kindle so I never had to put it down. It is amazing the talent that some authors possess. I can't wait to read more books by this author. I even convinced my father-n-law to read the books. He spent our entire trip at the lake reading them! It is very rare that a book get better with each installment, but the Hunger Games just builds and builds!! Do not pass up the opportunity to read these books! Enjoy!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SNBW0YWGQQ5K?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games Book 1 stands up to Harry Potter	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Although it is not like the Harry Potter series in terms of plot, there are similarities: There is more than one book; it involves young adults; and there's a bit of fantasy. The main characters in each struggle against their fate, are genuinely good people who can't help but act human, and save the day even though they rather not have the burden of needing to. The Hunger Games Book 1 is not as intellectual as the first Harry Potter book, nor are the emotions plumbed to the depths of the Harry Potter characters. But it is an entertaining story suited for any demographic. You simply want to know what happens next. And it is nice to have a girl be the main character and heroine!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R308DAKDMBRLOS?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games, WOW! I went into this book a little intimidated because of the stories my friends had told me that came from this book, but, when my reading class took the vote to read the book I was excited. Those first words pulled me into a world I had never even imagined before, and to say in the least, I was quite impressed. The way the book was written from beginning to end was absolutley amazing and I and the rest of the class managed to finish in a matter of days. I have read the rest of the famous trilogy and all have met my expectations. Now, for every book I read, my expectations will be Hunger Games high (As it also is for the movie premering on March 23, 2012).</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2O0MO75KV5RIV?ASIN=0439023521	What a great inspirational story!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I can't say enough good things about this book.  It is written in a very concise, tight format so it reads well and doesn't get boring with filler.  Her writing style matches my reading style and that is rare to find.  It is inspiring because I now have a bow, take free lessons in northern Colorado that are 2 hours away (worth it), and I am practicing outdoors.  I wish books were out there for younger women like this when I was a girl.  I met a 9 year old young lady who was very proud to have her bow for over a year and she accredited her new found love to this book.  Now her and her Daddy have something they can do together, outside :).  I highly recommend this book!  Enjoy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBZDT6MKI869F?ASIN=0439023521	A 'young adult' book with a very adult subject	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is an excellent book. It is good for any age. I think it is very good for the ""young adult"" audience since it shows a young woman being strong and controlling her own future rather than allowing events to overtake her. I may be ""all grown up"" but I would love to be like Katnis. I look forward to reading the other 2 books in spite of my son's opinion of the books.<br/><br/>It is obvious in reading ""The Hunger Games"" that this is a society where a privileged few get the best of the food and other needs of life. This book shows Katnis becoming aware of this inequality. I am looking forward to how Katnis and her friend Peeta will deal with the ""haves"" and the ""have-nots"".</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QPE47J26KKBE?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent Quality &amp; Packaged Well !! Would Definitely Buy from this Seller AGAIN !! THANKS !!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLEK0A5TBK31B?ASIN=0439023521	One Of The Best	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book! I was a on the edge of my seat the entire time!  Definitely worth my time.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R252BUDMQWWVJZ?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I will give it a 10/10 it was a great and interesting book I can't wait to read the next one!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGMAPJK777U0B?ASIN=0439023521	Great read! Could NOT put this series down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had to read this for a college course and boy was it the best book I HAVE ever had to read for a college let alone a SCHOOL course EVER! The book is unbelievably good. I actually went out and bought the other two in the trilogy and spent a whole weekend reading them back to back because I could not put them down! If you haven't read The Hunger Games you should! Suzanne Collins knows how to write well and keep the suspense up! I've heard this book being compared to the Twilight Saga and I can tell you it is WAY different in writing and in plot. If you have time and got nothing better to do buy all three of the books from the trilogy and have a weekend reading marathon. 5/5</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39OZXTSCADQKV?ASIN=0439023521	LOVE LOVE LOVE THIS BOOK!!!!!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i love this book it has just the right amount of romance, action, and emotion in it to make you never want to put it down. I just finished reading the book (just in case you didn't catch this i LOVED IT) and cannot wait for the movie to come out. When i read i picture surrondings i know personally to the ones in the book and i come up with a pretty good picture of the setting. this book described it perfectly though and i barely had to do this at all my favorite characters (besides Katniss and Peeta of course) have to be foxface and rue. i don't think it ever said foxfaces real name though.....forgotten mystery!!=) anyway i love this book and i would reccomend it to anyone!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15RTAI2NTHACS?ASIN=0439023521	A well described Dystopian world from the point of view of an unforgetable character	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What strikes me above all in this fast paced, well written book is the construction of the mythos of the dystopian world in which the story develops and the first person narrative is compelling and solid.<br/><br/>The main character, by necessity and/or choice, grows strong and have a deep understanding of who must be to survive and that survival instinct is what, in my opinion, make this book so appealing... survival is what makes this person keep sane and going and going against all odds and even in the surrender to the forces that dominates that dystopian world... that survival instinct remains and keep the story strong and alive.<br/><br/>A treasure and recommended</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KUC50PSKPLET?ASIN=0439023521	captivating but troubling	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book draws you in from the very first page. The author makes you feel as if you know the characters and you can feel what they are going through HOWEVER I felt uneasy throughout the whole book. Its disturbing and left a bad feeling in my stomach...I was truly torn between being totally captivated and curious and feeling sick about what I was reading. It is a page Turner until the last quarter of the book...it was incredibly slow paced and boring. I actually skipped over several pages. Torturing children for entertainment is not exactly an easy thing to read about...I don't think I would ever recommend this book to anyone under the age of 16 but that's just my opinion</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZH90IOB34B4K?ASIN=0439023521	HUNGER GAMES	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">In the Hunger Games, Katniss hold the traits of a brave and strong young woman that many girls today would not have but living in her conditions it's understandable why she is the was she is. She also shows the flaws in herself which makes her easier to relate to and makes her more realistic. One this I don't quite buy, though, is how she could remain so calm knowing she was about to go into the games, likely to die along with twenty-two other tributes. Over all I found The Hunger Games to be quite an amazing book and enjoyed the read. I'm currently on the second book and am very hooked. I'D recommend this book to a more mature audience because the book is a bit graphic.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3G5ALBH0QEXKW?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games is awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Mary Carr says,<br/>*  2011 - California Young Reader Medal[15]<br/>*  2010 - Georgia Peach Book Awards for Teen Readers<br/>Suzanne Collins also wrote Cathcing Fire and Mockingjay<br/>The Hunger Games is a book where kids fight to the death. They live in districts. They supply things like food,weapons,lumber,and livestock for the capital. The tributes for district 12 are Peeta and Katniss.<br/>I love this book, it is action packed. It's like I'm sitting right there in the middle of it all. It is funny,serious, and sad. I recommend it for people who like action.<br/>Wil Katniss win? Ages 13 and up. My favorite quote from the book is ""Really really try, I swear it.""</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJKVFYIWOL2TW?ASIN=0439023521	SO good!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">First of all, I usually don't write reviews, but I was so impressed with The Hunger Games I could not help but do so.<br/><br/>The novel is gripping, fast paced and amazingly well written. It includes action, adventure, drama, and a tinge of romance, adding up to a piece that can appeal across ages and genders.<br/><br/>Unlike most writers who do not take every opportunity to delve deeper, Collins goes above and beyond the reader's expectations, adding twists and turns, not for merely captivating the audience, but engaging it. As the reader sees small details turn into valuable pieces in the plot, the reader begins to realize how incredibly ingenious The Hunger Games truly is.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JKYSHJP2CN76?ASIN=0439023521	Extraordinary, and truly engrossing for the adventurer.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Collins does an excellent job of character development in this novel where even the slightest of characters brings a bold perspective to the story.  The reader will almost immediately feel apart of this futuristic brutal world, yet find themselves guiltily drawn in by the morbidly extravagant structure and display of the ""hunger games"".  The author does a fantastic job of keeping you on the edge, while pulling you in deeper with her foreshadowing techniques of thought dialogue.  I thought it was an interesting play on war and politics in the metaphorical sense, however, it seemed to be the actual story itself that held most of it's ingenuity. touch, feel, smell, IMAGINE.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R324XP78XPN4RR?ASIN=0439023521	Best Series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've noticed with the movie coming out that the marketing for this is starting to look like twilight with the tshirts and key chains, posters...etc. Here's what my opinion is....The movies made the Twilight series....The books have made the Hunger Games series....best written story I have read to date, just finished book 3 last week...and I'm satisfied. They were a good read, couldn't put them down, very well written. They weren't written as a fairy tale, the story isn't based entirely on the romance...unlike Twilight. It's a realistic tale for a future civilization. Very twisted and dark, and I don't recommend letting your young children read them....teens at earliest.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HWWACNNE04M9?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games... Breath Taking	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was holding on the every word Collins wrote. I could barely put it down, there were nights when i got barely any sleep because of the book. I had to literally force myself to stop reading, and I am not the biggest fan of reading. She made you get attached to the characters, so attached you grow to love and hate them. Collins writes in a way that makes you feel like you are there with Katniss living out her adventures. From the reaping to the berries she sucked my in word by word. I was actually excited to come home and read. Some days I said the only thing I'm looking forward to is reading! I love the Hunger Games books, and hope that the movie is as good as they are.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36MVF2RU568M0?ASIN=0439023521	a fast and heartwrenching read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">katniss is a wonderful young woman, earning for her family, even if the society frowns upon how she is doing it. hunting in the fields said to have had a fence surrounding it. Katniss makes sacrifices that bring her to met new people, try new things, learn secrets of the society, and learn  that true meaning of love means that you may have to sacrifice your beliefs, and make tough decisions along the way.<br/><br/>suzanne collins keeps you interested the entire way through and makes you wonder what might happen next.<br/><br/> a tear jerking,heart wrenching read that is amazing and deserves al 5 stars. bravo suzanne colins if you are reading this<br/>  Review by eighth grade student<br/>  Mia</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1F60441CM26PS?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I actually decided to read the books after seeing the movies. As always the books are better! I stayed up way later than I should have reading every night, because I just could not put it down. It's really engrossing story and you really identify with Katniss. The book is also a quick (not so much stress free) read and  I was able to get through it in a couple of nights. I'm about to start Catching Fire now. Definitely recommend.<br/><br/>In addition if anyone thinks it's a Battle Royale rip off: Having read both, I would say though there is definitely inspiration and similarities to the book.  However, The Hunger Games definitely holds its own and is worth the read!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RELYLGVDZDA7J?ASIN=0439023521	good story but not great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought the Hunger Games was easy and fast to read and is a good action story, but its not a book that I fell in love with.  The Hunger Games has some good things that I liked but I also found things that I did not like and that were a problem for me. The things that I liked where the hunting activities. Katniss being a good hunter and providing for her family and taking her sisters place in the games. I really liked Rue and was sad when she died but i was touched when Katniss covered her with flowers.<br/>I did not like the romance angle of the Hunger Games because it just felt unreal and forced. I also did not like the mutated wolves and the changing of the rules.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22NCSGOXX3Y1I?ASIN=0439023521	Love the Amazon Lending Library	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I got a Kindle Fire for my birthday and this is the first book I borrowed from the Kindle Library. I am so glad I did. It was beyond awesome! I'd give it 6 stars if I could. This was a lightning quick read. Several times I read way too late and was only half conscious at work the next day.<br/><br/>What can I say without giving too much away? Katniss is the kind of girl to aspire to be. Honest, filled with integrity, not willing to follow the crowd that she doesn't agree with, yet able to see the good in people that aren't like her.<br/><br/>And I'm just a huge Peeta fan. I swear, had his name not been pulled, he probably would have volunteered just to protect her.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VBP4LXNB9Z7J?ASIN=0439023521	All around awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw my friend quoting this book on Facebook, and from her quotes it sounded like another ""Twilight"" book with cheesy romance. I got my new kindle and the price wasn't bad so I thought I would give it a chance anyway. I was pleasantly surprised at how much I actually loved this book! The book is easy to read (usually I like a little bit of a harder read), but it doesn't take away from the message. The amount of suspense, gore, and (as little romance there is) made it hard for me to put away. Like I said I don't like overly cheesy books where the romance is sickening. The romance is subtle but enough to make the story that much better. I seriously recommend this book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQJNITJ5YV1IR?ASIN=0439023521	Thuroughly Enjoyed!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I figured I'd read the book before I saw the movie so finally got around to reading this.  I really enjoyed it and thought it was a good book.  It was a page-turner and I couldn't put it down.  Read it in an afternoon and wanted to know what happened next.  I couldn't wait for my prime shipping so ordered the rest of the trilogy on my kindle app and read both books the next day.  This book is definitely the better of the three, but it's not like you can read this one and not the next too.<br/>It's not really life changing or meaningful literature, but it's an enjoyable and interesting easy read.  Perfect beach reading!<br/>I would definitely reccommend this book!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R338ONK49Y7M07?ASIN=0439023521	One of My Favorites!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is one of those amazing books that i could just not keep my hands off of!! The hunger games is a brilliant mix of anger love and sadness. there was hardly ever any happiness but that is part of what makes the book so great. the book may seem a little gross and gory to some people (like my mom) but thats just for part of the book. there seems to be a lot of death in the book so again if you are one of those people that likes happy stories i do not recomend this book for you. but if you are one of thoes people that dosent mind blood and death i recomed this book for you. if you are hesitating about getting this book dont because it is a great book!!!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KIXRWBDWMFD9?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Compelling !!! Best book I have read  in ages. Unable to put it down. Now for the next 2 !!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHUXOTPQ2QQDT?ASIN=0439023521	Loved It!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't read a whole lot of fiction, but thanks to my girlfriend giving me a Kindle Fire for my birthday, I'm back at it.  This book has me hooked on the series and wanting to read more in general.<br/><br/>I first heard about the book from a friend that is an extra in the film and after receiving my Fire, I looked for this.  There it was, and better yet, free to check out with my Amazon Prime membership!!  To tell the truth, I enjoyed the book so much, I feel guilty not paying for it!<br/><br/>If you know a little bit about the story plot, this book will have you drawn in from the start.  Couldn't put it down and read the whole thing in about 3 days...which for me, is a big deal.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MU6S0CHDGF2A?ASIN=0439023521	Very entertaining read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book on the recommendation of several friends and was not disappointed.  I was a bit leery because some described it as an Americanized Battle Royale, but the author did a good job taking this similar premise and creating a unique story.<br/><br/>The main character has an adolescent complexity that keeps her an interesting protagonist, which may be why this book is so enjoyable.  The dialogue is plain and direct, but that helps keep the main characters believable as teenagers.<br/><br/>I'd recommend this book to anyone who enjoys:<br/><br/>- Quick, entertaining reads<br/>- Survival stories about grit and resourcefulness<br/>- Anti-authoritarian fiction<br/>- Love triangles<br/>- Underdogs</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHN4KSHDFFNCP?ASIN=0439023521	One of my favourites	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this book. Sure, there are many things I could say about how it is about kids killing each other, (some as young as 12!!) and also how the main character seems extremely blind in matters of the heart for a teenage girl but . . . none of that mattered at all while I was reading it. It kept me wanting to get the end without skipping lots of parts which I sometimes tend to do in the more ""boring"" parts that are not essential to the story line. I guess those bits simply were not there. I enjoyed the way it was written as it got straight to the point and I could visualize the whole story in my head without clogging the book up with endless description.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZPMK48SKCOUT?ASIN=0439023521	LOVE this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had no desire to read this book but a friend kept INSISTING that I should. Finally I decided to give it a try, and once I did I literally couldn't put the book down. A problem that I usually run in to with ""young adult"" books is that they can be rather immature, which makes the characters very hard to like/relate to. The Hunger Games did an excellent job of making the characters likable and realistic. There is tons of violence, action, corrupt government, manipulation, laughter, sadness, and anything else you could wish for in a book. Even if you're not a ""reader"" or don't really have any interest in this book, I would still give it a try. You might be surprised.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1X9GLZOVF2UR3?ASIN=0439023521	Exciting, memorable and original & I'm an adult!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As a high school English teacher, my students asked me to read goth is novel. I was pleasantly surprised, found it a speedy read and genuinely liked the style and the concept. I have read much sci-fi and found this to be colourful, appropriate for teens and also a good read for adults. I read it BEFORE the movie came out and so I had no preconceptions. I guess the fact that a movie was on its way influenced me to speed up my reading helped! A good adventure and a great female role model in the lead character. Many of the BOGAN (redneck) moms of the next few years will name their kids after these characters ... . Lots of little Katnisses and Peetas running around :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFU8UHZR8DSF0?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read -- Even for Adults	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought this book for my Kindle with a gift card I got to Amazon since it was only $5 and I'd heard so much about it. I'm glad that I decided to buy it. I was instantly hooked into this plot. It's like passing by the scene of an accident, as disturbing as it is, once you're sucked in, that's it. You have to keep watching to see what happens.<br/><br/>For the first time in a very long time, I was actually mad when I reached the end of the book -- I wanted to know what happened next and I wanted to know now. To me, that signals a compelling book, when you just HAVE to get the next one to see what happens next. I have to say, I wasn't disappointed with the next two either!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OKFY1J2SWJTP?ASIN=0439023521	As I expected...a good 3 star one	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I did know anything about this book until I was in the airport ready for a flight to Caracas when I saw a special issue of the Hunger Games in a People magazine. After that I decided I wanted to read it before the movie arrives. I barely had an idea of what it was about. I knew that the author was inspired from channel surfing on television (reality shows and the invasion of Iraq). That really called my attention. At the begining it was a little bit slow, but the information is useful to understand the hunger games world, but once the Games start I couldn't take it down. The end of this first book leaves you with a huge willing of reading the next one right away.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PB5NSA38PENC?ASIN=0439023521	Loved these books!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was looking for something else to read after I got done with Twilight and the Wicked Lovely series and this fit the bill.  I absolutely loved this series.  They have suspense, romance, and a bit of the supernatural.  The author does an amazing job with character developement, visual expression and keeping you on the edge of your seat.  Just when you think you have it all figured out, she throws in a twist.  I also liked that the main character Katniss wasn't a damsel in distress.  Although she had self doubts (like anyone would) she didn't give up or wait on someone else to rescue her.  This is a great story of courage, growing up, and survival of the fittest.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4TDQCY98I4H1?ASIN=0439023521	Entertaining AND Educational	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't have the highest expectations of this book, but immediatlely became captivated by it.  I can definitely say it's the best book of the year that I've engorged myself in.  I do hope that readers go away from it with lessons on the corruption of too much Corporate or Government Power, the loss of individual civil liberties, and the immorality of enormous discrepancies in wealth.  The Hunger Games will leave a lasting legacy on issues of violence and injustice in our society.  While it can get quite dark for a 12 year old, I would highly recommend it to all adults.<br/><br/>Paul Harris<br/>Author, ""Diary From the Dome, Reflections on Fear and Privilege During Katrina""</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RG1U40HUZVEM5?ASIN=0439023521	An Outstanding Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My son (13) had this to say: This book was outstanding! I could never put it down! I stayed up practically all night reading it! In this book, Katniss Everdeen is a girl living in the land of Panem, built on top of the ruins of what used to be North America. Her sister, Primrose Everdeen, is selected to compete in the deadliest event called the Hunger Games. The hunger games are similar to gladiator fights, except the arena in which they are held can hold anything from a desert to a desert similar to Antarctica. Katniss volunteers to take her place in the games. This adventure story keeps you on the edge of your seat as the author puts a new twist at every turn.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1S8MC9WN9AZTX?ASIN=0439023521	Simple but engaging	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is an easy read that draws you in from the beginning. Not gory which makes it work as a children/Teen book even if the subject matter is a bit mature. It's not Bradbury or London (the authors I had to read in English class) but it is entertaining. The ease of the read reminds me of ""Where the Red Furn Grows"" and would be an excellent book to get a child interested in reading. The story is a bit predictable but the character development is so good that it doesn't matter. You care about the characters and want to know what happens to them. I was so drawn in that as soon as I finished the 1st book (at 1am)I bought the 2nd on my Kindle right there in bed.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VVCH4Z52N0NL?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was absolutely fantastic! I could not put it down and the second and third ones are just as good! When my cousin started reading it I wasn't very interested. It sounded cruel and sad and lame to me. Why would anyone want to read about kids killing each other? But one day I just picked it up and read the first few pages thinking ""it's ok"" then once I got past chapter 1 or 2 i could not stop reading and was completely captivated by this book! Suzanne Collins is a literary genius and I recommend this trilogy to anyone who likes fantasy and a little romance. Seriously read these books! You will love them for the rest of your life! (unless you're crazy) :D</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SK50JTO5TCB4?ASIN=0439023521	Total page turner, but the injustice is anguish throughout	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is great. It reads easy, the stakes are high, the characters are fun, the world is interesting and you can't seem to put it down.<br/><br/>I will say that it's tough to stomach the fact that children in that world are put in a situation where they must fight to the death while the people of The Capitol (power holders) watch on  . Every page I thought about how unjust the actual Hunger Games are. It's anguishing. I couldn't NOT think about it every page. It's just awful.<br/><br/>Perhaps this sanguineous situation the main character is thrown into is why it's such a page turner. Perhaps we (Americans) are the same as the blood thirsty people of The Capitol...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DS7QI2IWDT6E?ASIN=0439023521	A good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I like this book. It has plenty ( or maybe a little to much ) action.<br/>But the reason I give it four stars is because I think it's a little to violent or action packed. Otherwise it's one of the best ( the others being Percy Jackson and by a long shot Harry Potter )<br/><br/> Katniss your ordinary District 12 girl. She won't be ordinary much longer. When her 11 year old sister is chosen for the annual Hunger Games. She immediately volunteers. The Hunger Games is a fight to the death. The male representative is the bakers son, Peeta. They don't know what mess they're getting into.<br/><br/>Harry Potter is a million times better. Percy Jackson is one hundred times better.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSZX60ZTMAYJP?ASIN=0439023521	Favorite	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love love LOVE this book! Detailed to perfection, full of surprise, with funny moments that make you just  bust out laughing. I love how Katniss is a hunter with flaws. It's her flaws that make very interesting! Peeta is amazing! I love how you can compare Katniss to him and can tell he really is in love, and that Katniss is faking. I want to make Cinna my personal clothing designer. And Suzanne Collins made Effie's personality come to life. In other words, obnoxiously annoying. I love how you can tell the connection between Rue and  Prim. When Rue died I cried! This is one of my favorite books and I applaud Suzanne Collins for making this book so desirable!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LU6ZYE6WFB5U?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for More	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book absolutely grabbed me from the first page, and I can't wait to read the others in the series. Suzanne Collins has produced a truly exciting story that is all too familiar in human history. She has terrific characterization and vivid descriptions that make the action very believable, and her fight scenes are so ferocious that it seems hard to believe a lady wrote them.<br/>I appreciated her lack of gratuitous sex, and unnecessary bad language.<br/>I have begun the second book called ""Catching Fire"", and it is just as good. I already bought the final book, and look forward to finding the conclusion to a well told story about human search for justice.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3248B7TC6ZTVH?ASIN=0439023521	Not My Favorite Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am still digesting it. The opening pages were so familiar that I couldn't get over the feeling I've read them before. Which was bizarre since I'm positive I haven't. Anyway, as I moved along I got caught up in the story. I did enjoy it very much until right at the end. After the games I felt it became very rushed as if it was a sudden need to get to the next book. Maybe it was intentional to show the head spinning drop back into the real world for the main characters. It did leave me feeling a little dissatisfied and I'm glad I have the next book here to move on to straight away. I think if I had to wait for the next installment I wouldn't have kept reading.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TWAUOJTM952U?ASIN=0439023521	... read the hunger games i believe it is a great book. It makes you appreciate your family and ...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read the hunger games i believe it is a great book. It makes you appreciate your family and how you are. This book is about a place where there is 12 districts, each district needs to send a boy and a girl to a game called the hunger games. In the hunger games, the people that are choose need to fight to death to win. I like this book because in the beginning the author explained the game and toward we go to the end the book is getting more and more interesting. In the end the author builds a lot of excitement. This book teach you to fight for what you want and to never give up in life. I would recommend this book to people that like to read  fiction books.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LE6XHMRBJLK1?ASIN=0439023521	Soo good!!!! Wish I had read it sooner :(	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't think I would like the book because there was just too much hype around it so I thought it would disappoint but it didn't. In fact I can honestly say it's been one of the best books I've read in a really long time. I couldn't put it down, I was up til all hours reading. The only thing I wish is that I had read it a lot sooner because before I read it I already knew bits of the plot and I had a pretty good idea of how the story was going to end. I highly recommend this book for someone who just needs something good to curl up with. It's filled with drama, suspense, some action, and romance--bits of everything really--so it's perfect for almost anyone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSZY8HZKSLPIM?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger for More	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I actually decided to watch the movie before I read the book. The movie itself was wonderful, colorful, and full of detail but I had not realized how they had skimmed down and altered the original manuscript. Suzanne Collins does an excellent job of creating a world and immersing the readers in it. The characters are well developed and the plot outline is superb. It is a science fiction novel that does not read like one but more of just a regular work of fiction of some distant land in turmoil. Most importantly it is not a hard read, so adults who are fans of works like Lord of the Rings to teenagers who enjoy Goosebumps can read, comprehend, and enjoy alike.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18M9FR2LN0CCS?ASIN=0439023521	Absolutely Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">-Read on Kindle-<br/>I just wanted to add another 5-star review, I'm sure I have nothing new to add.  AWESOME book.  Didn't realize there was a movie coming out until I had read all three, so I hope they don't butcher the story.<br/><br/>Great story, well flushed out characters.  No graphic blood/gore/sex.  Heavy stuff, not for little kids, but teens and up will appreciate it.  Not written ""for children"" but at a level most people will be able to understand.  I'm a 27 yr old English minor, so I have read a lot of material.<br/><br/>Definitely worth buying and reading.  One of the few books that after I finished the trilogy I almost wanted to start them all over again. SOO good.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PAX9PJ3Z043L?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing fiction for pre-teen through Adult	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This very well written novel keeps you in suspense right up to the very end and leaves you wishing the sequel was already out! I do not typically read this type of fiction and would never have picked it up if it had not been recommended to me. I grudgingly began reading and I was captured almost instantly. There is no noticeable formula writing here. The author takes you on a journey into the future and each character forms a place in your heart as you are gripped by the suspense. While it can be somewhat gruesome it is not scary and it leaves you with a lot to think about. I recommend this book from pre-teen through adult and I can't wait to see the sequel.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3O2JHL61A4S3I?ASIN=0439023521	BEST BOOK EVER!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">THIS IS SUCH A GOOD BOOK!! I could not stop reading it! The entire book was suspenseful up until the end.  I stopped at least 3 or 4 times to tell my husband that he has to read it as soon as I finish, because it is just THAT GOOD!  The movie is coming out next month, and I definitely will see it.<br/>THE VERDICT:<br/><br/>I would definitely recommend this book to anyone!! It is very suspenseful, and well written. This book is definitely worth the purchase.  I think once anyone starts to read this book; they won't be able to put it down!  I would have to question someone's taste if they did not like this book.<br/>see more of my reviews on my blog, [...]</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RN6613M4OM5IF?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book (and the rest) are absolutely splendid. I couldn't stop reading it, I read it all the way through to the end in 2 days, and when I was done I couldn't wait to get the next one. I bought both Catching Fire and Mockingjay at the same time so I wouldn't have to wait 'til the order came in. I am about 72% done Mockingjay and am starting to seach for similiar books. I haven' found one that catches my eye as much as this did. I haven't found one that make me turn the page. I haven't found one so well-written. I may have to get my brain washed by the Capitol and read them again. Thank you Suzanne Collins for a such unique and interesting page-turner book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22NUVTZZ0UFLJ?ASIN=0439023521	The 75th Annual Hunger Games Has Begun!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">LOVE LOVE LOVE!  I am 15 and I recommend that EVERYONE IN THE ENTIRE WORLD (AND ALIENS)TO READ THIS BOOK SERIES!!!<br/>I made BOTH of my parents read them and they are enthralled!  I read it and became obsessed!  I have all of the books, 5 T-shirts, the Mockingjay pin, and the Mockingjay necklace.  I loved it so much that I had my father drive my friends and myself to a book signing from Suzanne Collins-  I have been so greatful!  I couldn't stop smiling for weeks after!  Oh- I just cannot imagine ANYONE living who has NOT read this series!  I JUST LOVE IT!!!  A must have for anyone who is not interested in reading or is obsessed!  Let the Hunger Games begin!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QVJQ85HYFSL6?ASIN=0439023521	Most Dangerous Game?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is geared towards young adults, but I was so intrigued with the plot that I decided to read it myself (I'm 30).  One of my favorite short stories is ""The Most Dangerous Game"" and I felt this book embraced a lot of its ideas.  The story takes place in the future under a totalitarian regime that rules with fear.  The Hunger Games are an annual event that pins teens against each other as they fight till their death until there is only 1 survivor.  The book follows the main character, Katniss, and her journey to stay alive.  I recommend this book not only to adolescents, but adults as well.  It's a provocative story line that will keep your interest.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11ZJICHYN44L7?ASIN=0439023521	Kept Me Up All Night!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved reading this novel!  It captured my imagination in a way that few books these days do.  I stayed up all night to finish the book - it made me feel like a teenager again, huddled under the blankets with my reading light.  It's a fascinating premise, well-executed, and I can't to read the second book. Catniss is a terrific narrator.  I admired the way in which the author kept the action going nonstop, but not at the expense of character development.  In this book the stakes are high and the characters struggle to preserve their humanity as they face increasingly brutal conditions.  This is one of the finest examples of YA lit I've read recently.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BGT3W852PN0C?ASIN=0439023521	Will have you hooked	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this series.  The books are incredibly fast reads (probably because they are geared toward young adults).  I think I read all three in four days.  The characters are well developed and the plot will capture you.  It is set in a future society that is divided into districts and run by ""The Capital,"" which holds complete control of the 12 districts.  Once a year, the Capital holds the Hunger Games, a reality TV show where children are randomly chosen from each district to compete to the death.  With its many twists and turns, including a love story thrown in the mix, The Hunger Games will keep you wanting more.  I highly recommend this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSW7D10X8P1XZ?ASIN=0439023521	Wasn't going to read this series....	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This series has been out for awhile.  Wasn't going to read it because I was under the opinion that it would be a boring copy of the usual futuristic, mechanical,garbage that is out there.  Boy, was I wrong!!  A friend persuaded me to download the sample on my Kindle and by the end of the sample I was thoroughly hooked!  This is a great series, well written and brought to life by a very talented author... I read the first book and immediately downloaded books two and three.  I understand that the first book is being made into a movie.  I just hope that they can bring to life the deep and emotional challenges the characters embrace in the novel.  Great read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8LN6Y1EMGE0Z?ASIN=0439023521	Page turning suspense and action, with romance mixed in!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This books offers suspense, action, romance, and offers excellent moral/political topics to consider.<br/>I could not put this book down and read it within 1 day!  Katniss is the perfect strong female protagonist,<br/>with true grit, substance, and intelligence!  I loved her self reliance, but she maintains enough<br/>vulnerability that you can't help but love her.  All of the characters are well developed,<br/>and the story flows seamlessly! The writing is flawless! I would recommend this to anyone.  Whatever your politics, this story<br/>should resonate to anyone about what can happen if the government has too much power over our lives and freedom.<br/>EXCELLENT BOOK!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVAWZUGIH95ZP?ASIN=0439023521	Clever story - good for both teens and adults	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed reading this and felt Suzanne Collins did an exceptional job of painting a society that is sort of like ours but with a much bloodier edge.  She took on the ""reality show"" concept with vigor.  I kept wondering, however, how a modern society could stand for such brutality - but of course look at the Nazi regime, Stalin and others accused of genocide, etc. - and that provides your answer.  I thought the writing was strong and vivid and it was a definite page turner...overall good read.  This should offer kids something to consider - how anyone can come through a terrible situation by keeping calm, being brave, thinking clearly, etc.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DIVML13C3LAT?ASIN=0439023521	Had me at the edge of my seat	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Having seen the movie I was not sure I wanted to actually read the series, but with the urging of some friends I finally got around to it.  Usually I tend to like the book version better than the movie, and this was also the case with this one.  I bet there is hardly anybody out there who is not familiar with the story one way or another, but for those few that are not, this is really a very entertaining book and I thoroughly enjoyed it.  I loved the characters and the plot line and I can't wait to get started on the next installment.  It is a bit violent and I agree with another reviewer that these books are better suited for older teenagers and adults.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UHOMEW2I04GN?ASIN=0439023521	If you like a quick read with action and drama	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well if you have not read this by now, you probably should put it on your list if for no other reason than the much greater character development over the movie treatment. Even though clearly for teen/young adult audiences the narrative is compelling and much more dynamic. If you like a quick read with action and drama, Hunger Games has something for you. As an older reader I found it worth the time though you could smell the ""script treatment"" as you went through the book and I wondered frequently why franchise was split into 3 books other than to create sales and multiple movies.<br/><br/>It bears repeating, books are much better than movies.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1E4PKZMJ5JEIN?ASIN=0439023521	Surprisingly good!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I 100% recommend this book to anyone.  I guess it's considered young adult, but I'm in my late 20s and really, surprisingly, enjoyed it. I recommended this book to my mom, thinking she would like it and while she liked the writing, she couldn't get past the kids killing kids thing.  I get that point of view and I think a lot of older parents find it a tough read for that reason.  I didn't like the kids killing kids thing either, but I really liked the idea of a future world where there's one state that wants all the power and dictates how everyone else should live to keep that power.  There are great examples of propaganda and greed throughout the story.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FJCEXI4P9I23?ASIN=0439023521	A two-read book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I heard a review of Hunger Games on NPR a few weeks ago and bought it to read with my daughters (9 and 11) at bedtime.  They are captivated and want me to read it to the end every night.<br/><br/>My wife and I pre-read both books and decided they are two-read books.  The first read, you gobble up the plot voraciously.  Then you want to read it again to savor the elements that you skimmed over the first time.  This was like reading the Harry Potter series for me.<br/><br/>Excellent book.  There is a lot of violence, but it is crafted well as a critique on violence rather than glorification. Excellent girl-power, pre-teen/early teen book that can be enjoyed by adults.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CXPOKBGB6XPZ?ASIN=0439023521	Engrossing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Had me engrossed.  Had a hard time putting it down and couldn't wait to read the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RAN61ZJL3FTL4?ASIN=0439023521	Charles W. Hunger Games review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This review is over the Hunger Games.  I believe that other students would like this book. The book starts out slowly but once you're past that, there's so much action that it doesn't stop until the end of the book. I like when Peeta gets injured and Katniss nurses him back to health. The characters sometimes are a little far fetched but for the most part there believable. The end of the book is a little bit of a cliff hanger.  It makes you wonder what happens next. Don't worry because there's another book.  It's a series of three books. It's a really good series if you like survival, action or other things like that, you will love this book and series.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXXGR0D7GRWSM?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was riveted. the entire time I read the world around me melted away. I was there, I felt katniss pain and her confusion. Her confusion about what to feel about peeta and Gale neither if which she had ever considered romantically until she was thrust into it. Her confusion and frustration of the boy with the breads actions and her struggles to not only stay alive but deal with the tangled mess of her emotions that put her in danger as much as they helped her.<br/>I wept for rue as though she were real and for those moments she was. this author has a way with words. it's almost if they were somehow real to her and not just a story. she has a rare gift.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7KHZQCRL8WL4?ASIN=0439023521	Cool	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When this first came out I was skeptical it sounded ridiculous and dumb but turns out my dear friends arnt exactly great at explaining heck their so bad I thought peata was named Pam but now that I've read it I know it's a wonderful book and I rarely get drawn into the book though it took me awhile to do so this is kinda like the stuff I write rebellious but fictional  overall it was a good book but I still don't understand why every one freaked over it , then again I am one of the few lone wolves of the pack we call school soon us loners will group and merge into our own pack that will one day have as many adventures as writers do in the world of paper</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VK52NAMHM2ZD?ASIN=0439023521	monotone	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">First of all I bought the book the day the movie got out. Best thing about this book is that it's a easy read. Only a few hours and I was done.<br/><br/>Second, was it me or the dialogue it very one tone. Katniss is very angry and without much emotion other them anger and distrust.<br/><br/>Third, I did enjoy the premise of this book. The idea is really good but I wish I knew more about this Panem country.<br/><br/>Fourth and last, even as an adult I hate puppy love and puppy love triangle. So really I didn't give Hunger Games 5 stars for the tone and the love story. I don't intende to read the next two books. Scared I am going to be desappointed.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IQIFJPDN3Z98?ASIN=0439023521	Engaging	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well written story, developed characters and interesting plot.<br/><br/>Most impressively to me is the delicate way Suzanne Collins writes a very strong effeminate character in without losing her femininity and very strong masculine character in Peeta without making him ""macho man"". It makes the characters and the world more real and provides a wonderful balance.<br/><br/>Take away the hype, the crazed young fans, the rest of the series and here you find a beautifully stylized book, well thought out plot, enjoyably flawed character and an all together interesting world. Not just an entertaining book, but a good piece of mainstream modern literature.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OAXX0ZDAM631?ASIN=0439023521	Great read for teens, most preteens (and adults!)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book because my 13 year old wanted to read it in her school book group, and I didn't know anything about the book. We both loved it and enjoyed discussing every twist and turn. Now we are reading the second book and are loving that one, too.<br/>This book is appropriate for teens and most preteens, but it would be too scary and dark for elementary kids and sensitive preteens. Children in the book do kill each other, and that can be hard to take.  My daughter didn't want to read it until now, which was good because she is old enough now to understand the story's ideas/symbolism/theme instead of being simply scared of the events of the plot.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBOWLZXU1TN43?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was absolutely amazing!! Once you start you cannot put it down. It sucks you right in and you will not stop until you read the last sentence of the book. There is also a lot of suspense throughout the book. It is about a teenage girl, Katniss Everdeen who takes the place of her sister in the country's annual Hunger Games. The winner of the Games gets fame and fortune. This book takes you through her journey before and during the Hunger Games. Katniss's survival skills will either maker her and break her and who knows if she will sacrifice love and almost death to win. I recommend this book for ages 9+ because of the tricky language and great plot.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MLNCRTET518K?ASIN=0439023521	A must read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was a little skeptical getting this book as the preview for the movie looked to be a little hyped up, but I have to say after reading this book I can't wait to see this on the big screen.  The way the auther paints a picture of this future world where the ruling class are in control of everyone and pit kids in these games to keep people from revolting is just amazing.  I could not put this book down, I found myself reading it at home, in bed, at work, at church...he he, even a couple times in the car stuck in traffic.  The only thing that would have made this book better would have been pictures of the districts and the main city that rules them all.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JOZ1COU6LJX0?ASIN=0439023521	Freakin' Awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book amazed me.  I kept putting off reading it, but when I finally picked it up I could not put it down.  I ended up reading the book in a day in a half, I tried to put it down at 2am when I needed to be up the next morning at 6, laid there for 30 minutes thinking about what dear Katniss was going to do next, and decided to just get up and finish the book.  Even though I went to school to teach a classroom full of 7th graders the next morning, it was totally worth it.  I recommend this book for all ages, and both sexes. Boys will like Hunger Games too! Even though my favorite aspect was the love story, it by no means dominated the book.  LOVED IT!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ONER2QXJASBL?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read For All Ages	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a wonderful read for all ages. It is not too violent while still being action-packed. Watching Katniss grow throughout this book (and series) is absolutely wonderful. At times you will find the book slow or partially dull but read on! The author has created an amazing series for todays youth that will make you grateful for our country and government. I highly recommend this book to anyone who has enjoyed Divergent, Maze Runner or any dystopian novel. Please look into the book though before you let young children read. It has heavy situations and a fair amount of violence.<br/>P.S the movie was also very good; it stayed to the book fairly well</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RAR99L8B04PV?ASIN=0439023521	Thought Provoking and Captivating	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book (among 14 others) while stranded in the mountains enjoying nature with my family. I was annoyed to find this was the last book in the pile available to be read (pickings were slim towards the end of th week) as I had worked hard to avoid the Hunger Games craze. It had struck me a lot like the Twilight fetish had. 6 pages into the book, I was snared and captured. I was swept body, heart, and soul into the Games, rooted for those I came to love and relishing the death of others. While the alternate view of America takes a bit to slip into, the characters are rich, vivid and relatable. Pick this book up; you won't be able to put it down!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RT4SSOHI6HOPO?ASIN=0439023521	NO PROBLEM GREAT SELLER	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well. I was already familiar with the book. I borrowed it from my daughter, read it, then put it away in a very safe place. Safe from everyone, including me. So I needed a copy because my wife wanted to read it and my daughter did want it back when we were through with it. It's very light reading since it was written for young folks but, it is a lot of fun. I enjoyed it immensely. I highly recommend it for everyone except the very young due to the extreme violence.<br/>As for the seller, the book arrived promptly and the condition was just fine.<br/>Of course, immediately after receiving it I found my daughters copy and was able to return it to her.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38NQ7F86W2OII?ASIN=0439023521	a cross between The Running Man and Lord of The Flies with an element of romance	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I picked this book up after reading recommendations from both<br/>Stephenie Meyer and Steven King.  The plot is like a cross between The<br/>Running Man and Lord of The Flies with an element of romance, and I<br/>loved it!<br/><br/>The book is written in present tense which gives every scene a sense<br/>of immediacy. And I loved the  voice of Katniss, especially in the<br/>beginning when we learn the risks she has had to undertake in order to<br/>survive and feed her family.<br/><br/>The whole idea of the hunger games fills you with such a sense of<br/>impotent rage and sympathy for the district people.  Truly a powerful<br/>book.  I can't wait to read the rest of the projected trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RO9RN75TVKQFB?ASIN=0439023521	a great new novel series begins here	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I learned my granddaughter was reading this book voraciously and was into the whole series, I wanted to find out just what was going on.  I began with Hunger games and could not stop until I had read all of the books in the series.  Having taught Brave New World and 1984, having also taught ""The Lottery,"" I was certainly aware of the genre into which this new series fits.  Appalled by the concept of violence here, I nonetheless place this book in the group of these 3 stories as well as Handmaid's Tale.  It is good for us to consider the world we are shaping -- our next generations deserve our attention to what we allow society to become.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R257GE1TTRE0AR?ASIN=0439023521	You won't be able to put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I read this, I knew what would be happening because I saw the movie but I had no idea how much better it was! It was such a good book that it took me about 4 days to read it all. It keeps you hanging on, wanting to find out what is going to happen next. And I know many people say I don't want to read this book because I don't want to support children killing other children but really there's more to it than that. And it all leads but to tention on the society and I think the hunger games will end but its much more that just children fighting to the death.<br/><br/>Its such a good book and it was written so good too. I would recomemd this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNK8NB5F6Z88V?ASIN=0439023521	Page turner filled with action	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Once I started reading The Hunger Games I had trouble putting it down.<br/><br/>Yes, the main character starts off minus a parent. There is action, defiance, rebellion, and cliche, but Hunger Games moves at an unstoppable pace that cannot be denied.<br/><br/>There is incredible resonance with 21st century America and an extreme seperation of rich and poor. The media is used to control. Sound familiar?<br/><br/>Hunger Games resonates because it reflects our current culture where everything is judged by appearance and sound bytes. Suzanne Collins has successfully tapped into a meme that can propell us into the next century. Reading ""Catching Fire"" and I am equally enthralled.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6RUKIK70AIC5?ASIN=0439023521	Book one - The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I do like good Sci-Fi stories, I started reading them in the 50s and so far the Hunger Games is one of the best I ever read.  The set up is very intriguing but quite plausible which to me determines the essential quality that makes a good Science Fiction story ( with the emphasis on Science) stand out. However, the narrative, especially when it comes to the description of the characters and their social environment, is not as convincing and the inhumanly repressive regime the people are forced to live under seems to be invented more for shock effect than as a plausible social aberration - but although the story is very sad, it is also very powerful.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KNP2IZMEIG1O?ASIN=0439023521	It is already started.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Consider: The worlds billions will soon be working for about 1 million very wealthy and powerful people.(Don't think so? Do your own research.)  In the Hunger Games ""capital"" the ""rich"" live very well and basically off the other 12 districts. Probably why the original rebellion.  Us - Them.  We mean nothing to ""them.""  I know - I have been there. All this security stuff to protect us all from the bad terrorists - really? We are struggling everyday, minding our own business, trying to keep it all together.  The phenomenon of a ""middle class"" has only been realized since ww2. Human history is the strong dominating and being taken care of by the weak.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26YDV2VSDAQBJ?ASIN=0439023521	engrossed in backward future	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">An avid reader in the past, I am rekindling my reading with the extensive ebook library that exists.  This first book was captivating by forcing acceptance of a future that was both advanced and limited for the human species.  The segregation into specific districts defined by their specific contribution to the Capitol was interesting to unfold with references to a well known American geography.  The Capitol is not in the District of Columbia.<br/><br/>The tests that are posed for the contestants are vigorous, yet primitive.  This is skillfuly manipulated by futuristic capabilities that add to the story.<br/><br/>It was a satisfying adventure.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RJYW6S3NY3J7?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I think the book was very good and anybody who likes action books should read the series!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6WEFWAEJOJGR?ASIN=0439023521	Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good<br/>Best book ever read by me I loved it I read it at least fifteen times or more #</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14BLFWWAH78GX?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was such a good book! I didn't want to put it down at all! Definitely a must read :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RV0OTCQI1FPOV?ASIN=0439023521	If u don't already know	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is wicked good, read it. It's a great buy on kindle so it can go anywhere u go.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24ZPJZ5THUDE5?ASIN=0439023521	Enjoyable Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have enjoyed this read - it is easy and entertaining. It is certainly no great literary work, but who cares. The characters are very real and although the plot is kind of predictable and the handholding and kissing a bit tacky, this does not detract from the adventure. It reminds a lot about the reality TV series Survivor (and others with a survival theme) and if you have enjoyed this, you'll enjoy this book. I have seen The Hunger Games classified as 'Young Adult' (YA) reading, but let me assure you that I, as a more mature reader, have enjoyed it just as much. I'm looking forward to read the next book and to see the movie to be released soon.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQPBOFC5ZZFTS?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins is a masterful writer. To me, her writing style stands out from the other great fictional works today because of the vivid first-person description she gives of Katniss' world. Most other books can create a detailed scene as we read, but Suzanne conjures that view through the eyes of Katniss. This means that we see the world as Katniss does, AND we experience the exact emotions she feels at the very same time. I've never read a book that could achieve this effect as seamlessly as this one.<br/><br/>Add to that a brilliant, intricate plot, and you get a story that never bores you for even an instant. I fully recommend this book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LP6OV7VC31AC?ASIN=0439023521	Great story great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">At first, the premise of kids killing off one another made me NOT want to read this story. Then the intrigue of gov't in the future and they manipulate humans to respond to human life made me dive right in! It took me 5 days to read the first book.....needless to say, I couldn't put the book down. Go Katniss and Petra! I can't wait to see what happens in the next book! I heard this book was required reading for some middle schools so it's a subject of that age and older to read. Love how the book was written through Katniss and her point of view and feelings. You'll feel for her too for sure.  Read, enjoy, and may the odds be ever in your favor.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WUKGPSTHEVDY?ASIN=0439023521	Review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games, written by Suzanne Collins, is a story about a young girl in a futuristic society that participates in a game where children fight to the death. The post-apocalyptic government proves there authority over the districts to discourage any rebellious acts by placing 2 tributes from the 12 districts in a blood bath. Katniss volunteers herself as tribute after her younger sister is chosen. The story is about her and her district partner Peeta and their journey through the game. I highly recommend this book for Pre-teens and up, anyone who likes adventure and romance. It's a quick and easy, entreating read that you are sure to enjoy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1R7R1TOKSML58?ASIN=0439023521	A real page-turner but not for kids	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">With just about everyone on the plane and at the pool reading this book I had to give it a try.  I could not put it down.  HOWEVER,  it  is much too violent for children.  The premise of children killing children desensitizes young minds and reminds me of the senseless killings between gang members.  It is as bad an influence as violent  video games.  Also, it promotes an anti-authority viewpoint reminiscent of the 60's and the current anarchist movement.  With that caveat I must say that, as a mature adult, I found it a fast-paced, original work and was even impressed with the resilience of its lead female character.  Recommend for adults only.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26EER2G15VEN8?ASIN=0439023521	Hands down best teen book of the summer	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you are looking for a book that is thrilling, heart warming and has a little romance at the same time this is a great book. This is a defanite page turner once you start you wont want to put it down, its that good. This book is also good whether you are a boy or girl because the fact it has a lot of action but at the same time the main character (Katniss) is a very sweet loving young girl but will do anything to see her family again. So again if your looking for a great this is defanitly one to get plus it has a sequal coming out in september to also be excited for. If you dont get this book you are dafanitly missing out. Hope you like it!!!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SNFAE9ZLXGGX?ASIN=0439023521	Koushun Takami must be spinning!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This latest publishing phenomenon is such for a reason. It's dark, gripping and thought-provoking. I'm not sure why it was marketed as YA, but it hasn't stopped the adults from reading too. This is probably a book that should be discussed during and after it's read. Some in the Young Adult audience are likely to take the violence at face value rather than the subtext of its meaning. They are also less likey to be familiar with ""Battle Royale,"" which was The Hunger Games before The Hunger Games. But I think this book is a great start to an eerily prescient trilogy, and does well as a stand-alone even though it's the first of a three-part series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2N0ZYHTCFPXC?ASIN=0439023521	An excellent book series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I went ahead and purchased this because of all of the hype. I am 20 years old and typically indulge in Young Adult fiction.<br/>TL;DR upfront: It's an engrossing, gripping, and beautifully crafted series. I pummeled through this book in NO time at all.<br/><br/>Promptly went out and found a copy of the second, and the third. These books were done in two days flat. They are that gripping.<br/><br/>The first book still wins out in terms of storytelling and plot development, but i promise you will get hooked and love the second two as well.<br/><br/>VERY recommended to all YA readers and those of us who enjoy a good character driven tale :]</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JOVMO0AXWD9F?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wasn't too sure about this book since it reminded me of ""Lord of the Flies"" or the poem ""the Lottery"". The concept is pretty sick but the story behind it is what totally enamored me. The writing style is fantastic and the characters are personable. You start to cheer and grow fond of Katniss and the other characters. I highly recommend this book as well as the second. Though I have yet to get through the third since I sort of lost interest. Almost like the author lost interest as well. It almost got predictable. But I will finish it so I can give it an honest review. But I really really loved the first and second books. I highly suggest it!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GE1ZN0KK5XM0?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After finishing the Harry Potter series, I feared there wouldn't be another series for me to read that would be as entertaining.  However, the Hunger Games have erased my fears!!  This book is wonderfully written and entertaining from beginning to the end!  The story centers around Katniss who volunteers to take her sister's place in the Hunger Games which are vicious fight to the death games.  The story also focuses on the growing relationship between Katniss and her opponent Peeta.  I must admit the book is a little violent and gory for the target age range, but it's still a great read!  I look forward to reading the next book in this series!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MIMBS53QLF9A?ASIN=0439023521	Perfect mix of action and romance	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm late to the party on this story...i haven't seen the movie, which had already come out on dvd before i thought i'd check this out. I figured i'd borrow the book for free on amazon prime and if i still hadn't finished it at the end of the month i could decide then if i wanted to pay to read the rest. Ha! I read the whole book in one day...i couldn't put it down! Originally i was hesitant thinking it would be too brutal to read about kids having to kill each other, but i was pleasantly surprised to find that the main characters weren't brutal at all and extremely likeable. I can't wait to read the rest of the trilogy and watch the movie now!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLBE4WPFBDHP3?ASIN=0439023521	Completely Absorbing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read my Kindle on my hour-long bus ride to work. Some books merely pass the time. Some are actually a little hard to read (like Tolkien, or anything written during an earlier era). But with the Hunger Games, I'd reach my destination and think ""I'm here already?!? But I need to find out what happens next!""<br/><br/>I get completely absorbed in this story. I always want to know more. It's like I'm *there* and when I have to put the book down I don't enjoy coming back to reality. (Although, to be fair, I don't actually want to be in a Hunger Game situation! I just enjoy great storytelling.)<br/><br/>THIS is how I prefer my stories.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1N88KE2QKDL7U?ASIN=0439023521	I didn't want to read it but it was excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm not much for wanting to read about death after death. It's so very depressing and hopeless. And there is way too much hopelessness in today's world in reality. I don't need to watch it on TV or read it in books. But because it's such a popular book and movie and I got it cheap with my Prime membership, I decided to buy it.<br/><br/>It was riveting and I couldn't put it down. I immediately bought the second in the trilogy. I instantly cared about these characters. I cried through chapter after chapter in the beginning as people said goodbyes.<br/><br/>Unfortunately, there are so many parallels between this book and today's world. Sigh.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GH9PU1THPKEP?ASIN=0439023521	Good, but not brilliant.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was good, the plot wasn't something you normally find, so bonus points there. But in my opinion the book lacked depth, that thing that makes you want to keep reading. The characters seem slightly empty in the way they are described. The emotions of the characters was not there to me. You couldn't feel Peetas love, nor Katniss' desperation with Prim and the games. Not many things were described in detail which would give you a better understanding. It didnt make you feel as  if you were watching the games or maybe even part of them. You couldn't feel that.  Now granted this is coming from someone who's only fourteen but thats my take.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTKMHTC34T31Q?ASIN=0439023521	So Much Hype	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed this book.  It was engaging, but I have to say I was somewhat disappointed after all the hype.  It is pretty light weight even though the subject matter is not.  The main thing that I did not like was that the easy way was always taken.  Our heroine did not have to make any really hard decisions because the author made sure that didn't happen.  And I knew ahead of time what would happen to each character because of that.  That really took away from what could have been a really great book. So if you want a light weight read to  spend an afternoon on and you don't mind that it is all prettily wrapped up for you, then this is for you.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LEJQZUPDCU3A?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games was the best book I've read in a long time, if not ever. I read the book in 2 days time. (Would have finished it sooner, but I have two little one running around!) I couldn't put it down. I couldn't wait to finish whatever I was doing when I wasn't reading, so I could get back to the book! I started reading the book because I saw previews for the movie and heard great things about the book. And I don't know I didn't get the book sooner. It's suspenseful, thrilling, intriguing, sweet, shocking and every word in between. Buy The Hunger Games, you won't regret it!! It's the best book and I can't wait to start Catching Fire next!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R174BH1RDWLL3R?ASIN=0439023521	New Favorite Book! :]	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">At first, I was skeptical, but many people at my school have raved about this book. Once I picked it up, I couldn't put it down! The story starts out a little slow, but once Katniss gets into the arena (the bulk of the book) things pick up. Throughout her time in the Hunger Games, I was very enticed. Even though I am not much like her, I found almost all of her inner thinking, motives, and especially feelings for Peeta VERY relatable. This book is very easy to read, but the plot is fantastic. I would definitely recommend this book to readers of all levels. A great read and worth much more than it costs, so BUY IT! You won't regret it at all.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AJ0TD1761L5Q?ASIN=0439023521	Where is book 2???	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So while I was looking for Edward's story on Stephenie Meyer's website. I noticed she recommended this book. I bought it about 3 weeks ago several months after I seen her recommendation. I started reading it 2 nights ago, and could only put it down to go to work. I finished the book about 10 minutes ago and I was so sad to find out that book 2 is not out...I want to know the rest...I'm a Huge fan of the Twilight Series and I think this series will follow in it's footsteps. Suzanne Collins is an excellent writer that knows how to capture your attention...I'm so glad I read that recommendation. I can't wait to share this book with someone else.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GRT60RJNI0UI?ASIN=0439023521	I wasn't expecting to like it that much!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I first heard about how terrific the book was on a flight to L.A.  Then saw all of the lines of people to see the movie, who were talking about how great it was.  I thought since it was a book for young adults, it might not appeal to me but decided to try it because I knew I'd probably see the movie at some time and wanted a reference point so I bought the Kindle version.  I couldn't put it down!  I was immediately hooked from the first page and finished it in about a day and quickly ordered ""Catching Fire"", the second book in the series.  I'm waiting for a good time to buy the third book so I can dive right in and READ without interruption!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HXTTG37GNU6I?ASIN=0439023521	Once you start reading, letting go will be a hard thing to do	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Normally I don't get caught in the plots of novels as quick as I did with the Hunger Games.<br/><br/>The Story involves different times and ways of human exploitation. The teenager protagonist is charming and it is easy to like her. The use of kids as weapons immediately will make you angry.<br/><br/>I'm already in the first half of the 3rd volume (Mockingjay) and I love the development of the characters and where the story is headed.<br/><br/>I applause the author for the clever way to tell a story that normally would shock anybody, the different faces of the human nature are well described as the pages go by. I hope the movie adaptation makes it up to this novel.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRVJVE77NYYF?ASIN=0439023521	Jolt Those Brain Synapses	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I first heard about this book, the plot sounded derivative, already used in books like Ender's Game and Surviving Antarctica. I kept hearing so much good buzz about it that I went ahead and read it anyway. The plot is derivative, but with the book's great characters and a heavy dose of hearty action, The Hunger Games is a strong read. Like most dystopian novels, this one pushes the warning buttons on the reader's brain and sends your brain synapses a jolt that keeps the reader thinking long past the close of the book. I'm looking forward to book two. (JMHO, but I can't see this book in libraries with younger readers. Lots of violence.)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33L1KZPH1CT1Z?ASIN=0439023521	The battle for life.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is a science fiction novel. In this story Katniss Everdeen takes her sister Prim's place in the Hunger Games. Along with a boy name Peta Mallark, they go to the battlefield to possibly die just for the villagers entertainment.<br/><br/>I think that the author's purpose of writing this book is to show that friendship and trust is the key to everything. I would recommend this AMAZING book to anyone who loves action but has a soft side for love and romance.<br/><br/>My favorite part of this book is when Peta and Katniss were about to eat ""them"". ""Eat what?"" you say? Read The Hunger Games to find out. You will be glad you did!  -- Sabrina</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OKTVQN10QVC3?ASIN=0439023521	One Dimensional Characters in One Dimensional Districts	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One Dimensional Characters in One Dimensional Districts. Katniss is not particularly likable, and I was immediately more interested in Prim (why is she worth saving) and Madge (is she secretly bad? Does she not like Kat &amp; Prim and make their names get picked?) But no, the story is almost too straight forward. Each district has a function. All districts send in the kids. In later books, I was waiting for some secret about the Quell cards, but that was never revealed.<br/><br/>This reads like it is meant to be a scathing indictment of popular culture, but the trilogy drags to the point of finding no redeeming qualities in just about anyone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18O8IYCWDMRC6?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I LOVE THE HUNGER GAMES SERIES! I bought all three of the books together and read them through without stopping. The customer service was above reproach and very friendly and professional. The books were lost in the mail or delivered to the wrong address or something initially, so I contacted customer service to report the missing product. They were very professional and replaced my product and upgraded the shipping to overnight delivery, free of charge. The books arrived the next day and were in perfect brand new condition and were the best books I have ever read. I recommend these books to anyone, by far the best reading you will ever do.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDAZPCSLK4IPE?ASIN=0439023521	Enjoyable, quick read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am a 20something year old grad student in 7th year of post-HS higher education; I read The Hunger Games primarily so I could be caught up on the hype in case I decided to see the upcoming movie. Although I definitely enjoyed the idea of this story (a fight to death in a post-apocalyptic world) and welcomed it as a quick, easy read, at times it was very one-dimensional and the ""yteen-ness"" of the story really showed through. This isn't a complaint, because obviously this is specifically a book in the Young Adult genre and I knew that ""going into it"". All in all, a good book to read in order to keep your pop-culture knowledge at its peak :)</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R111OTPA8OQY15?ASIN=0439023521	A Great Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed this book for its fast paced story, endearing characters and setting that lacked the wizards, magic, vampires and other fantasy items that are normally found in books aimed at this genre.  I could easily picture every character in the book and understood their struggles even though it is written in the first person from the perspective of Katniss, the main heroine.<br/><br/>Its obvious that the book is not a stand-alone and reading the follow-on books is a must as the story in this book ends more like a season finale for a TV series than as a book, so if you read The Hunger Games, plan on picking up Catching Fire and Mockingjay as well.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RK027MFSAMGLZ?ASIN=0439023521	Surprised.  And That's A Good Thing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read the reviews here on Amazon, so I thought I'd give The Hunger Games a go.  A few pages in, I thought I wouldn't like it.  I mean, it was about a girl and written in the first person present tense.  That's all cool, but just not for me.<br/><br/>Anyway, I read on...and I am glad I did.  I couldn't put the book down!  I don't think I've ever read a book so quickly.  ""Just one more page,"" I'd keep telling myself.  Ha, no such thing as just one more page with this read.<br/><br/>I won't give away any spoilers - but the book is action packed, suspenseful and extremely well written.  I would recommend this to all adults and teens alike.  Fantastic.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XBKGX5X2LOCQ?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So many details you feel like you are watching your own personal movie inside your head.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMAIRVGEYC9BN?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">ok, for those who are about to read the Hunger Games, i must warn you that this book is AMAZING. the first time i read it, you literally couldn't pull the book away from me, so there i was, 1:00 in the morning... reading it. then my friend lent me the movie, and my mother would come home and find me watching the movie. when i read the final book in the divergent series, i started reading the hunger games for the 22d time. it is the perfect example of the world's greatest book, and stephenie meyer and veronica roth need to take book writing lessons from Suzanne Collins. i love the hunger games and i am absolutely positive that you will too.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3H7UT71AJ4096?ASIN=0439023521	A Surprisingly Gripping Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book because of the strong recommendation of my daughter and my son, both of raved about ""Hunger Games,"" despite their being too old for young-adult fiction.  A combination of Shirley Jackson's ""The Lottery"", ""1984"", ""Lord of the Flies"", and the CBS television show ""Survivor""--with some Harry Potter-like creatures thrown in for good measure--""Hunger Games"" is the story of a futuristic dystopia in which two dozen young teens are selected by a lottery each year to fight one another to death over a period of several weeks on a nationally broadcast television show.  It's not great literature, but it is a surprisingly gripping read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2R62UKZTCQZ5F?ASIN=0439023521	Very entertaining, gripping and heartbreaking	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is not your typical girl meets boy and falls in love kind of story. This is gripping from the beginning and terrifying as well.  You feel for these characters and the downwards life spiral they have become to know as normal.  There are some structure issues within the book with pacing, overall it's very engaging and I would highly recommend it.  I do stress that this is not for the young at heart, or those who can't handle violence in their books.  It's very brutal (but with a point) and not a typical YA novel I've read in a very long time.  So I can understand why some people struggle with the content of the story.  It's not easy.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3I1VV8XB0AKGD?ASIN=0439023521	Non Stop Action	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a story that all ages may enjoy and the writing is for Adults as well as Young Adults.  I am in my late 60s and grew up during the time of Star Wars and all kinds of other fantasy, sci-fi adventures so this was a great read.  This authors writing grabbed my attention from the beginning, unlike some of the young adult writers of today.  I immediately read the whole series and recommend it to anyone who enjoys this genre, no matter their age.  The story translated to the screen as well.  I saw the movie and will watch the others as well since it stayed true to the story as written.  Thank you Suzanne Collins for a fabulous trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PQY65WH10ZTY?ASIN=0439023521	Worth seeing, and not just for youth.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Powerful movie. I've viewed it twice. Once before reading the book, and once after. I thought the book was more effective in defining character motives, and I also thought changes made in the movie failed at times to make their point, for example the rioting in District 11 as opposed to the gift of bread. To me it wasn't at all obvious that the rioting was in District 11 until I viewed the movie the second time and saw the District 11 sign. Nonetheless the movie is gripping because it plays on fundamental drives such as love/hate, survival/domination, etc. Hope to read the other books in this Trilogy, and view the related movies as well.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12RBFD0ANRO7L?ASIN=0439023521	"takes Shirley Jackson's ""The Lottery"" to a whole new, disturbing level"	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My first impression of this book was Shirley Jackson's short story, ""The Lottery"", on crack. I went into the story with an idea of what's going on (but not really), and a growing desperation to fight for the main character, Katniss--both for her life, and the lives of those she loves. It possessed a beautifully written, well thought-out plot that begged me to turn the page. Collins did an impressive job of making the reader a part of her imagined world. I couldn't wait to get started on the next chapter of the story, Catching Fire. As a side note, this was written in present tense--something you don't see a lot, but Collins did it well.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1O3KP6LKHGX9T?ASIN=0439023521	So good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">16 year old Katniss Everdeen wants nothing more than to support her family and keeping them fed even though food is hard to come by. When her sister's name is pulled to act as District 12's tribute in the hunger games, Katniss volunteers to take her place. Katniss understands that to participate in the hunger games it's virtually a death sentence, but if she can win - it would change her life and those of her family and friends forever.<br/><br/>I enjoyed the Hunger Games immensely.  Even though they made this book into a movie - and will continue with the trilogy on film, it is definitely worth reading. I give this book 5 big stars.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35JFAJR57L4HJ?ASIN=0439023521	Great writing, disturbing story.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I can't deny this author is very talented. Her writing style is riviting and her story telling is addicting and unforgettable. The content of the story however is extremely disturbing and my child was required to read the story in school. She came home after only a few days and asked to be removed from the class while the story was being read because of how uncomfortable it made her feel. I read the story to see what they were asking the kids to read in school. I get that the author is a fantastic writer but I can't endorse this book because of the disturbing story content and I am certainly against it being required reading in school.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BFWX5JPPSHL9?ASIN=0439023521	Best for a younger audience	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A good enough story, with an interesting setting and some nice twists along the way.  It will be remembered for turning a teen-age girl's romantic angst into a symbol of the abuse that tyranny puts people through, and the subtext about reality shows has a wicked bite.  Still, in the end you are supposed to find makeovers interesting, and that's only the most obvious way that our narcissistic side gets an implicit nod of approval from this book that might have challenged our assumptions.  No doubt it deserves the enormous audience it gathered, but for middle-aged folk like me it remains a view into their world, not a revelation of ours.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3584G3JGMJYDA?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My Grandson brought over the movie one weekend when he stayed with us , I enjoyed the movie and watched it twice. He told me he was reading the 2nd book , Catching Fire , and it was good , so I bought the first in the series and read it and then bought all of them plus The World of the Hunger Games by Kate Egan , which explains some background etc , I have read All in the series and find them excellent , sometimes confusing , but deeply engrossing....I keep thinking this COULD happen in the U.S. , with the power and corruption , greed , of the congress and big business , is this our future?......interesting and fascinating.........Rick</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LINK9QNN3K1W?ASIN=0439023521	Breathtaking	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book seemed to take me into another world: fascinating, strange, familiar, savage yet loving and kind. It seemed new, foreign, futuristic, yet modern. I want to read a book a week or two, and I found myself unable to put it down. I decided to read in the quiet of the evening whenever possible or I wouldn't be able to enjoy every delectable written word. If you like twists, turns, and trying to guess what will happen, you will love this book. Chances are, you will never correctly guess what will happen. Wonderfully well written, Ms. Collins is a master at her craft. This has been a wonderful page-turner and has left me breathless.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3S95YEW4LS0BT?ASIN=0439023521	You didn't read it yet???	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Ok, know this: if you love strong female protagonists, good world building, dystopic futures and thrills, you're gonna LOVE The Hunger Games. No wonder it's become such a success, both in books and movies.<br/>Just do yourself a favor and don't watch the movie before reading this. The book is SO MUCH better: it has perfect pacing, great tension, lovely characters (except for Katniss: she's not lovely, not at all, she's badass!) and lots of memorable moments.<br/>Pick this up and read it in one sitting. Oh, and one more thing: get snacks, because you're bound to get really hungry while you read. Believe me, I went through this twice.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QH78RX2CYK6E?ASIN=0439023521	Engaging but left me unsatisfied	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I did read this book quickly, and it was a very engaging story. But I guess true to its genre I felt very cheated. The character development felt so rushed and the insights into why they each behaved the way they did seemed so underdeveloped.<br/><br/>I also never fully embrace the pretense of the book, that children placed in an arena will choose to kill each other even if they are compelled to do so.<br/><br/>I also find it disturbing that this type of plot is so popular. uggh, is this what entertains us today, a life and death survivor????<br/><br/>I am giving it three stars but only because it kept me reading, which is more than i can say for most books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGJEW9SCIV4QW?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Captivating, riveting, and thoroughly enjoyable, The Hunger Games was a worthwhile read. It was a slow moving in the beginning but halfway through I couldn't put it down until I finished it. There were plot twists and turns that kept it flowing very nicely, and you couldn't help rooting for Katniss, the main character, the whole time. I thought the idea for the book using a post-apocalyptic North American setting was fresh and inventive. I was intrigued by the many different flora that were presented such as the trackerjackets and mockingjays. I'm looking forward to watching the movie now and reading the next two books in the series.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BJEFVL6Z89IV?ASIN=0439023521	Omg!!!!!! best book ever!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">for all u hunger games haters, idk what to say ro say to u! i mean we all have different oppinions but this is like one of the like bestest books like ever. like i hate when people like say they like hate something like i wish i could just say like if u like dont have anything like nice to say like just like keep it in your head. like yeah........... like the hunger games made me so like happy that j like started like cryjng and i like through down the book when it was sad like. and kids dont try o like brek your hnd with a hammer like cause than like the doctor can like  see it theough an x ray like than youll like go to a hospital.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UFKLGOWGM0QI?ASIN=0439023521	hooked from the firstt line	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">as many have said.... you cannot put this book down. i read the sample before buying and litteraly begged my mom to get it. suprising how this girl sees lifebut amazing the sacrifices she is willing to make for the one she loves<br/><br/>spoiler alert<br/><br/>the love triangle is a little weak and the story may forshadow the end of the book a few times like the fact that she cannot die if she wrote the book.... but overall the twists and suprises kept me at the edge of my seat. well written and even though i dont love the names in the future who knows we could be named by number. be careful letting kids read this id say seventh grade and up</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2D33HEGLSTX69?ASIN=0439023521	Wow, great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great book; very well written - even though the very idea of this plot is horrific.  I devoured this book in 2 days.  At first, I wasn't sure if I even wanted to read it since I thought the subject matter would be too disturbing, but it is written in such a way that it is not as brutal and disturbing as it COULD be.  The murder scenes are not too graphic, and I was pleased to know right from the beginning that cannibalism is not allowed in the games...WHEW! (because honestly, the title made me think otherwise). I was pleasantly surprised and am anxiously awaiting the call from the library to tell me that Book 2 has arrived.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17X59EDCGTEZD?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved it, and I can not wait to watch the movie! Hopefully it is as good at the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZ051I3ZHOYBG?ASIN=0439023521	The Epic Beginning of One of the Greatest Series Ever!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well first let me say how great of an author Suzanne Collins is. She is very great at adding voice and feeling to her characters. Katniss lives in district 12 of a place they call Panem where she struggles to feed and care for herself and her family. This book is very climactic. Nothing in this story turned me away. I could hardly put the book down, especially toward the end when things started to really rev up.This book is mainly set in a distopian society, although Panem's beloved capital is vastly utopian. I honestly loved this book a lot, and to readers who love action, drama and things of that sort, I would recommend this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34CTCUK5571UV?ASIN=0439023521	Best Ever!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm a teacher and I need to keep up with what the students are reading and learning from books these days. I thought I would be slightly disappointed and I wasn't the slightest disappointed at all. I appreciated the way the author dealt with various topics such as love, nudity, humility, war, predudice, social class, social injustice and even violence. I can take a book like The Hunger Games and teach to so many levels and create the deep, critical thinkers that every teacher wants their students to be when engaged and learning. Excellent read, and very well written for young readers!<br/>Cheers Ms. Collins!<br/><br/>-Ms. Lee, Tn</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6UQXDALO4RFC?ASIN=0439023521	A-MA-ZING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Don't read this book... UNLESS you plan to read the whole trilogy.  Ok, well.. you can, but its only the tip of the iceburg. Also, if you've seen the movie, let me say you're missing half the story... THE BOOK IS SO MUCH BETTER!  I was hooked from the very beginning.  An amazing story that takes place in the future with likable characters that you can fall in love with. It's a great read for young adults but enjoyed by all ages. For me, it was difficult to keep up with all the different districts, but don't let that keep you from enjoying a great story.  Just read the Catching Fire book, and it will help fill in the blanks later on.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DHO7S4NRD2RG?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful engaging read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've been looking for a new series to read in between other authors.  I ran across this book on Amazon and after reading the reviews ordered the set.  I've become slightly obsessed with the series and found a place to read the books online.  I was going to read the first few pages of The Hunger Games, and ended up so engrossed in the book I read the whole thing in about 2 1/2 hours.  The main character is extremely relatable, and Collin's has you aligning yourself with her by the end of the first chapter.  I'm trying to dissuade myself from reading Catching Fire online as well, and just wait for my books to arrive.... patiently.  :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDAN0I6FHD6WF?ASIN=0439023521	My favorite Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Never before did I think I'd be angry to see a rating for a book that was below 5, but I find myself doing just that this time. This book is amazing! I was reading it whenever I had the chance, not to mention when I slept I was dreaming about it.<br/>This is an amazing book and I absolutely reccomend it to everyone. The only bad word I can remember was a** and I believe it was only twice or so, which is great because I can't stand a book with lots of cussing.<br/><br/>Anyway, please read this book...you won't regret it. I'm 13 years old, I just finished it and I'm already wanting to read it again. I can't wait for the 2nd book to come out!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CCTBXSAWDRF6?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie first and was not very impressed. However, when this came across my Kindle I figured I would give it a shot. It held me from the first page until the very last. A great Utopian thriller. And a future that seems imminent with what I see between the classes and the effect of TV ( in particular ""Reality TV"") and the viewer's thirst for blood and violence. After reading I watched the movie again with a renewed interest and felt the movie did justification to the book. I recommend reading the book first and then viewing the movie. I am now starting the second in the trilogy and so far am greatly enjoying the read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IZWLOLYSJAZH?ASIN=0439023521	Hooked	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well of course I was riveted from page one, it's an instant hook.  Pretty girl, starving family, all the goodies.  And I continued to be hooked until the end, then grumbled because it didn't end the way I would have liked it to.<br/>I would, however, liked to have seen a few flaws in the main characters.  The good are so good and the bad are so bad.<br/>But I loved it.  As soon as I finish this review I<br/> will be ordering the next in the series.  Oh, my husband said I can't order it until after I have cooked dinner.  Seems I've been preoccupied with THE HUNGER GAMES and he is just hungry.<br/>Now, what can I cook in a hurry?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3K9KIZ7PYZPP2?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing!!! Right when the movie came out me and my bestfriend went to go see it at the Palace and had no idea what it was about. After the movie was over I hated it and I felt like I was gonna throw up because it was soo intense. The next few days I thought about the movie and started to kinda not hate it. Moday at school we had to go down to the book fair to look around. Me and my bestfriend saw the three hunger games books and I was like ""I cant believe they fit 3 hours of throw up into this small little book"". That night I came back to the school and got all 3 books. I started reading them and LOVED them!<br/>  ~AMANDA~</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFS7DYAAZYN24?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read the first book, the hunger games, over 2 days and then went to see the film. I'm glad I did it this way round or I may have not understood the film. I then read the book again plus the other 2 in the trilogy. Went to see the film again and really loved it. I saw things I did not see last time. Now my mind is blurred with the book and the film, and that's a nice cozy feeling. I also looked up the actors before seeing the film so I did not get any shocks in what they looked like. That was good for me. The book is amazing. I am 50 years old and I could not put it down.  I brought this as a e version from amazon. Great service.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNQ7ZUN7YGUKS?ASIN=0439023521	Teenager Who Loves This Book...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm not quite sure who this book is aimed to.  It is very brutal and violent.  It has some rye romance.  It has a stunning conclusion.  It has HUGE font that makes me think it is aimed at younger kids than I.<br/><br/>I am 17 years old and read this with a friend.  We were intrigued, surprised, and entertained from beginning to end.  The whole time, we were wondering exactly who the target market for this book is.<br/><br/>I think it can truly appeal to all ages.  If you like some action, romance, and speculative fiction, take a look at this book.  I am anxiously awaiting for the second book, which will come out my freshman year of college.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JAIVCMEMGT8C?ASIN=0439023521	Just when you think She'll die, a surprise happens	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Before I read this book, I wasn't sure if I would like it. All I knew about it was that there was a contest called the hunger games where people kill each other until one wins. I also knew that they focused on a girl named Katniss. After i learned what really happened, began to read and read it. I could not put down this book to answer a text. For many books and movies, you find yourself yelling, ""Than why didn't you just do that, I would've done that"". But with the Hunger Games, your saying, ""I should have thought of that!""<br/>Katnisse's sneaky moves really capture your attention while she's aiming for the win.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QU9SXI0CU5DI?ASIN=0439023521	Resisted for way too long...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am not one to jump on the bandwagon of every series that comes along, in fact if everyone is reading something I usally have no interest.  Then came the Hunger Games... I was interested at first but did not get around to reading them, when the first movie came out heard the great reviews but did not go to see it and then when the second movie came out and there were rave reviews again I couldn't resist!  I saw the first 2 movies and I was hooked!! I immediately went home to download the books and start reading..... I couln't put this book down until I finished it! I can't remember the last time I was this captivated by a book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8IBQGP68S5OV?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down -  this from a non-avid reader!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am someone who only reads when I am really intrigued by  the subject matter. I saw the movie because the idea/story line of Panem and the Hunger Games was very interesting to me and found myself wanting more... so I picked up the book and was pleasantly delighted. Let me tell you, this was a wonderfully entertaining book! I found myself falling in love with the characters and empathizing with their plight. As an adult, I enjoyed the easy read and reminiscent 'me against the world' feeling from my young adult years.<br/><br/>I would recommend this book to anyone who needs a break from bills, stress, and the pressures of life.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CP77DG8ZE4HY?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing !!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I heard about the hunger games on the internet so i decided to get the kindle edition . It was amazing !!! the story is so original and good . the writing is also amazing and wonderful and very very good . I loved everything about this book ! it's different than what i've read before but it's definitely worth the time . i highly recommend buying this book . you wont regret it ! it is such a page turner and thats what i love about books like this is that you can't put it down because you always want to know what happens next . I can't wait to read the second book !!!! 5 stars and if i could give this book 10 stars  i would :) :D</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3ETMZROI4DS61?ASIN=0439023521	I love Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am in 9th grade and i just finished reading The Hunger Games. This book was a mix of suspense, survival, leadership and fighting for your death. From hearing people rave about this intriuging novel, i decided to check it out from my local library and dig into the fascinating wonders on Panem(the country when Katniss live in The Hunger Games) Once i started reading this book, I was not able to stop. From heartwarming forgiveness to bow and arrows zooming through the air, this is a book I recommend to all young adults. Check it, read it and love it! Just like I did! I enjoyed it and so will you!!!!! READ IT NOW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJM75PLPBPGE1?ASIN=0439023521	Book 1 - 5 stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Okay, I saw the cover, not so eye-catching.  It is not until later when I kept seeing the reviews for the Hunger Games, when I should put aside my materialistic view, and just take a crack at the book preview.  I was instantly sucked into the story.<br/><br/>I bought the whole trilogy.  Book 1, Hunger Games was very different from other books I have read.  It was rough, with all the competition and blood being spilled for only 1 winner should remain.  However, the description of Katniss' costumes, love story, and courageous personality, made the book all the more, worthwhile and fun.<br/><br/>**book bought last year 2011**</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1R70T97NQSTRB?ASIN=0439023521	Exciting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Look, this book starts out a little crazy. If you're looking for a series to get into for the long haul then read this. I see some reviews calling it barbaric and disgusting. But look, this plot couldn't be worse than sending 18-21 year olds out to war like we do on a regular basis. These books are powerful and remind you of what it is like to lose someone you love or your innocence. You fall in love with the main character and stick it through for her powerful journey. If you aren't into gorey scenes or you don't like much violence don't read this.<br/><br/>But if you are a lover of books and a great story, finish them!! And quickly!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3M1RGV2D3ZOWE?ASIN=0439023521	One of the best reads in years	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Absolutely astounding.  From almost the first page to the last, Collins demonstrates a narrative sweep that i could only compare to Ian Fleming in her ability to keep the tension high, while keeping the reader guessing all the way to the end.  Her well drawn characters, ear for dialog, and tight, tight narration make this an absolute must read.  I would compare this first effort with Thirteen Moons by Charles Frazier, Benioff's City of Thieves, or Deathly Hallows-can't wait for the sequel.  Don't miss this book!  Would NOT advise for the younger crowd though-not for the faint of heart; this book deals with very intense themes.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26KGM28TQB3OH?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Waited too long to read this series, kicking myself for not doing so sooner. Loved it!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RT0ETDCEXS3EP?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great Book!  Great Writer!  I am reading the Second Book right now, It's just as Good!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38A0SC7IW7LYR?ASIN=0439023521	A genuine blockbuster	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fresh storyline, beautiful cinematography, great visual effects... a realy blockbuster</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2M1841NCLV3Z2?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was cool I likes it it was swaggy and swag with swag but more swaggy put in to swag</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26K7IG1X98P00?ASIN=0439023521	Yes, please!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I refused to read this book for the longest time because I felt like I was cheating on the similar type book titled ""Battle Royale"". Well, I was striking out on audiobooks on overdrive to rent so I went for this series. I never expected to be so hooked. I absolutely adored this series. I watched the movie when it came out, but found that I enjoyed the book a bit more. The characters were relatable - even Katniss, who seems a sort of emotionally disconnected. This book exceeded my expectations and I finished the next two in the series shortly after. It's rare for me to absolutely adore a series, but this did it for me.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RF1IBU1MCKX19?ASIN=0439023521	Not a big reader, but I could not set this book down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm not what you would call a reading enthusiast. In fact, I'm pretty insecure about how little I read as an adult. I often break concentration when I'm reading and forget what I read as I go. I feel like I get nowhere every time I try to read a new book. To quantify it, I probably have over 20 books that I have started and never finished...<br/><br/>But this book is beyond what I would call gripping. I've seen the movie maybe 4 times and the book still had me with every turn of the page. I've never read a book this fast. Highly recommend it if you find you are someone like myself or if you just want a really exciting book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRZVJL14DHP9Z?ASIN=0439023521	Exciting, excellent attention to detail	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's difficult to say anything about this book that hasn't already been said.  However, I think it's important to note that this story does a lot of things that other fiction often does not address (which is why I've given Hunger Games 5 stars).  The protagonist doesn't have a ""destiny"" complex as so many other heroic protagonists do in literature.  She doesn't hurtle into dangerous situations with abandon with the ""author's knowledge"" that she will prevail.  Instead, she is hamstrung with very practical matters of survival, not the least of which is hunger.  I would recommend this book to both young readers and adults alike.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3N9MU06HYJABI?ASIN=0439023521	Fast, engaging read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I admit I held out as long as possible before reading this. I'm not into the young adult genre after my accidental experience with Twilight. I actually bought Twilight before all the mayhem and didn't realize it was a YA until I started reading it. Don't get me wrong I didn't think it bad, just a little too teenagy for me but I do love the movies and story!! I gave YA another go as The Hunger Games seemed a good bit edgier and I'm glad I did. Saw the movie in mid read and that made the experience even more enjoyable. Great girl power story, too. I imagine I would have been quite obssessed if I had read this as a teenage girl!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1U4XZ51F3LY60?ASIN=0439023521	Entertaining but flat characters	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Don't get me wrong, I had fun reading this book and was up into the wee hours of the morning finishing all three books at once. However, throughout it all I couldn't help but feel that the the characters were a bit too flat and sometimes felt contrived. I didn't completely believe their rage or their passion or their love. The main character is the typical strong woman heroine who is headstrong, impulsive, self-sacrificial, and conflicted in an oh-so-typical love triangle (think twilight). And that's all she is. Regardless, the book's premise is an interesting concept and I recommend it for a fast-paced and entertaining read.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PU3T3DFWP59S?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games, a Must-Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The movie did not do this book justice!  Engaging reading, through the eyes of teenaged Katniss, it is much more than the adventure which drew us to the story.  This insightful book takes us, via a fictional dystopic post apocalyptic world, to examine the impact of social and economic imbalance on individuals and cultures.  It provides a compassionate view into the thought processes and personal impacts of wider cultural issues which frame our mores and legal systems, for both the rich and poor, the persecuted and the powerful.  A must-read for everyone surviving in the world of ever-changing balances of power and economics.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KIVRLEBSVCTI?ASIN=0439023521	Wow	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow. Just Wow. This book has all the elements to make a fantastic book, Kinda like making a food. Had lots of spices, Had a lot of details. This book was targeted at my feelings, Mostly for the deaths of Rue, Thresh, Cato. Rue's death and Thresh's had little detail. Cato's however was filled with intrest, Hope, and sadness, and sacrfice. Here is a little bit of advice. Don't read it at school, You won't be able to put it down for a second. It was that good! At first, At the first couple of pages you might think, I'm gonna hate... then later like at the reaping your like I'm Never Putting this down in my life It was that good</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2AO8CUNJ0OLF?ASIN=0439023521	Waaay Better Than The Movie!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wish I read the books before seeing the movie! I usually do, but for some reason I didnt this time. With that being said, the story  is great. The author's writing style is pretty simple yet filled with detail. The plot comes alive and you find yourself rooting for certain characters. Haven't read a book like that in a long time. I think it is a good read for teenagers and young adults because of the issues it addresses as well as the fact that it is written simply so that an teenager may understand. I am currently on the final book of the trilogy, and I must say, I am dreading the end...wish there were more to the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31DAG4YP2TKOV?ASIN=0439023521	Thoughtful, poignant, imaginative, real... I loved this book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was thoroughly entertained throughout the entire book. The main character is amazing, (I think I may be in love with her) she is strong, clever, brave, loving... &amp; she is a survivor. This book leads you on an exciting journey, but what happens while you flip through the pages is uncanny... this story leaves an imprint on you. Compassion, love, respect, understanding, patience, &amp; humility... in a story that is supposed to be about a battle royale to the death!?! A socio-economical, socio-political, thought-provoking, story of human decency &amp; indecency... interwoven in a young adult 's fantasy action adventure book. Amazing!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TJT12U401U2P?ASIN=0439023521	cliffhanger, cant wait to read the next ones	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I must admit I started this book like ok and was able to put it down after the first chapter. I think the fact that I read that a local 7th grade class will be reading this, I think its a bit to much for them. I am angry reading it, but knowing how mindless and sometimes cruel our own culure can be about our own suffering; I can see it. And I think that might be what drew me in, or maybe the relationship between the two in the woods. Sparks fly and I mean literly. You see this character change and now lost within herself. You cry and laught and well then I dont have then next book so now I cant wait to see what happens next.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R130P2PWA5O736?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book about two years ago when I was in 6th grade. It was pretty much just coming out and only a few people at my school read it at that time. I instantly loved it, I was torn between Peeta and Gale, both amazing guys. I cried at some parts and laughed at others. It's truley amazing. I can also relate with Katniss because she's a tomboy like me and we both shoot bows! I was excited when I heard that. But this book keeps the reader interested and on the edge of their seat. I highly recommend buying it, I'm glad I did because sense way back then I've read it more than ten times. Hope I helped!<br/>Crazy4HungerGames</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1U8PSDZ7YPGPT?ASIN=0439023521	Different, powerful, superbly written...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My reading choices very rarely go along the path of novels such as 'The Hunger Games'.<br/><br/>I read a preview twice before I ordered and was surprised that I wanted the book.<br/><br/>Katniss Everdeen takes the place of her little sister, Prim, to participate, along with 23 others selected by 'drawing', in the Hunger Games.<br/><br/>Quelling insurrection, the Capitol has devised this fete in order to 'remind' all in the 12 Districts of their powerlessness.<br/><br/>What ensues is a spellbinding, creative, and masterful tale that the reader finds no difficulty in visualizing and being engrossed in.<br/><br/>Quite phenomenal....I am eager to read the second book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUXFVHGMF9LXY?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games Trilogy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this trilogy. As a woman in my 30's I watched the movie with some thoughts as to whether I would enjoy it or not, knowing that it was designed for young adults. I found the movie OK but somewhat lacking and knew straight away that the books would fill in any gaps in the story that the movie hadn't touched on. I was not disappointed. I found the whole trilogy well written and thought provoking. The characters and the places were well described and although the love-triangle was a wee bit annoying at times, it added to the suspense of the books. The only real issue I have with the story is that it's finished.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKQUCM4EW7SNF?ASIN=0439023521	A roller coaster ride in hell..	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A new twist on the Roman Empire. The gladiators, the arena, bread and circuses. Add Romeo and Juliet, move the story into a future that is incredibly bleak, and there you have the Hunger Games.<br/>This is about Katniss, and Peeta, teenagers from district 12, who must fight tributes (gladiators) from each district to the death.<br/>To me it was a story about morality, and the things a person will do, the lengths that they will go to to survive. And how society never really changes. There are a small group of people who rule the world, and how they believe that everyone else is there only to serve.<br/>An excellent book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11PE6U8Y63JO4?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games was an easy read.  It had a great deal of action and suspence. I am not an action reader but it drew me in and I really enjoyed the characters and plot in the book.  As I read this book I believe this could happen to this country.  Unfortunately, I watched the movie and I felt it left a lot to be desired in the screen script.  My husband went with me to see it. He didn't read the book and it really missed its mark in presenting the story. He didn't like the movie. I understand that  they plan to do a sequel of Girl on Fire or Mockingjay, they are going to have to present it better to the non-reader public.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YRC0RYGQWEIW?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I fear that many younger individuals will read this book and see the ""games"" as a true competition. They will be more likely to take up archery in the event that they will need to use it for protection. They are not likely to see this as a hidden message about how governments can control the lives, and deaths, of our youth. That killing another government's youth can be justified.<br/>  As an action-adventure novel it is well written. It should appeal to girls in their teens...the heroine is athletic, a survivor, clever, sought after by two of the most desirable boys. I will probably read the rest of the series sometime.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3U7EMT04FWSQ0?ASIN=0439023521	BEST book I have ever READ!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Talk about keeping the reader attached to a story! This is the best book I have read! I bought it on CD so I could listen to it in my car whenever I wanted! There is a true good vs. evil in this story and it's WONDERFUL! I always think of the Muse song ""Uprising"" when I think of this story.  Katnis is a beautiful, strong and leading WOMAN in this book! She definitely is a character to watch and I am absolutely looking forward to the movie make of this book (let's hope the movie does  not ruin it!).  Each chapter I read kept me holding my breath for what was about to happen!  You will NOT be disappointed with this story!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R218FTX67LVAU4?ASIN=0439023521	The most captivating book I've read in years	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's listed as directed mainly to the younger set, but it's definitely a for-all-ages book. I can't wait for the movie and really hope the author finds a way to do some prequel books to keep this series going. My only beef was the last few sentences on how it was left in definitive closure at the end of the 3rd book of the series.  I would love for the 4th book in the series to be a prequel to the events and stories leading up to the very first Hunger Games. I have already read Catching Fire and Mockingjay and loved those as well. It's been many years since I can recommend a book and series as strongly as I do this one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VC6WNEBR8BW1?ASIN=0439023521	best new young adult series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The first book in ""The Hunger Games"" trilogy is captivating. I couldn't put it down until I finished it, then I went out and bought the other two books. I highly recommend it to any book lover I meet-teen to adult. I purchased multiple copies of each book to share with others. As an elementary school librarian, I have placed the book on my annual ""Battle of the Books"" list for my students to read and discuss.  I do not recommend the book for readers younger than sixth grade because of the highly believable violence of the games and the moral issues that arise in the book that young readers may not understand completely.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ASAJ76LXPR2R?ASIN=0439023521	Good book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is actually a good read. I read all of them just to see the hype and I was hooked.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2P7DS5U4JY1O0?ASIN=0439023521	Saw the movie first	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was highly recommended prior to the original movie release.  However, I waited and decided to see the movie when it came out.  I was very interested in the movie and decided to read the book.  The book was way better than the movie, as are most books.  It was so good that I quickly bought the other two books in the series and read them in no time.  If you have only seen the movie, try the book!  You will not be disappointed.  I've been asked if I thought it would have been better to read the book before seeing the movie.  The truth is I feel that I appreciated the book much more due to seeing the movie first.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLHIJKWZCG5IZ?ASIN=0439023521	A compelling read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I haven't seen the movie because I wanted to read the book first.  Once you start it's a quick read because you can't put it down.  It compels you to keep reading until the end.  Now I'm compelled to read the other two in the series even though I thought just the one would be enough.  I'm not particularly fond of the idea of people, let alone young people, killing each other in a survival contest, but I think she handles it well and avoids being gruesome.  I downloaded this Kindle edition the morning just before I left for the airport for a three week cruise.  Slick, quick and easy, and so convenient to take on a trip.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RE366IZNGAEW6?ASIN=0439023521	5 STARS	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What can I say that hasn't been said.  I'm just adding my accolades to the already thousands.  This is a really good book.  Like everyone else I couldn't put it down.  Read it in 2 days. The beginning of the story just grabs you and doesn't let go.  It is about a group of people being punished for something that happened years ago.  It's about how the group in the captial holds surpreme power over the people in the districts and deterimes their fate.  A boy and a girl from the 12 districts must battle and fight to the death and only one can survive. It is an intense novel and a page turner can't wait for the next book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBDDABJSXBTDY?ASIN=0439023521	AWESOME BOOK	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I usually read the books before seeing the movies, however I did the reverse this time around. However, even though I know ""what happens"" and even though the movies do a good job portraying the books. There is still so much more in the books to learn about the characters, plot, background and setting of the books. I was completely engrossed and didn't want to put them down even after having seen the movie, that is a sign of a great book!<br/><br/>If you've only seen the movies, i HIGHLY recommend reading the book as well. You'll learn so much more about your favorite characters!<br/><br/>GREAT GREAT GREAT!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NIMX3YEZ7OEA?ASIN=0439023521	A Literary Masterpiece	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is one of the best books that I have ever read. This book made me experience every emotion. At times I felt afraid,  at times I was shocked, a few times I felt happy,  at times I felt angry, confused, sympathetic, proud and a lot of times I felt sad. It was written so vividly that I felt as if I was in the arena with Katniss. There were a few parts that were sort of gruesome, but I did not want to stop reading it because it was so intriguing. The protagonist, Katniss Everdeen, is one of my favorite characters of all time. Without a doubt, this book will be read and loved by many for a long, long time.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BY8HXKTVQUCX?ASIN=0439023521	Unputdownable	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved the Hunger Games!! I could not put it down, read all three books in three days.<br/>I really enjoyed the concept of the Games, and at the same time was repulsed by the idea of making children slaughter each other. It was really interesting as i was torn between those feelings throughout the book.<br/>I found Katniss to be a strong character, although perhaps a little too humble sometimes.<br/>I really liked the way it was written, easy to read, fast paced, but with enough detail to fill out the characters and setting.<br/><br/>Overall I loved it!! If you're a Harry Potter or Twilight fan, you'll be a fan of the Hunger Games.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BV15SV226DLK?ASIN=0439023521	Must Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Happy Hunger Games, and may the odds be ever in your favor.Hunger Games is a book that will turn the pages for you. It all started when sixteen year old Katniss Everdeen finds herself in the Hunger Games Arena, fighting to her own death. When Katniss figures out that the other tribute from District 12, (Peeta Mellark) has had a crush on her forever. She then realizes that one of them will die, if not both.<br/>  If I had to rate this book as a 1-10, I would give it an eleven. The author, (Suzanne Collins) did an awesome job of keeping the readers interested. Next time you go to the bookstore, get ""The Hunger Games""</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28QJM95U9KDGN?ASIN=0439023521	fabulous!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is a very intense story! The layout of the whole book is well put together and is fantastic. I would read this book more than once for sure. Its a bout a girl named Katniss and she has really bad luck. Every year there is a game called ""the hunger games"" where kids 12-18 years old fight to the death till there is one person left. Well Katniss's little sister Prim gets picked and Katniss volunteers to do the games to save her sister. They go threw with the game. Build relationships, bond, and share a lot of secrets. This book what written very nicely I would recommend it to mainly teens and adults.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32IR5HIHK0Z73?ASIN=0439023521	A Great from start to finish	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Rarely to I step outside my social norms to pick up a book that I had not really heard about, especially one that was turned into a movie.  My friends, however, promised me that I would enjoy every last minute of it.  So I decided to pick it up for my Kindle, infinitely cheaper that way, I began to read.  I soon noticed that I couldn't stop to put it down.  Wonderfully vivid details surrounding the settings, highly imaginative characters throughout the story, and a plot hook that will certainly leave you dangling like a fish...  I had this book for two weeks and I had finished the book, but it left me wanting more!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZCB3D94CV7E9?ASIN=0439023521	Wow..........	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book...... Wow. I'm 12 and i love it. I have read the whole series 3 times and i can recite the first chapter. I love the mix of humor, action, suspende, romance, and violence. Dont listen to the dums azzez that say the books are horrible... Yes you need to be a certain age, i suggest 11-16 but Everyone i know that has read it loved it. I cant WAIT to see the movie. I think Katniss sets a good example for children, she takes matters into her own hands, helps others, thinks fast, and lightens the mood. For the 3rd movie im auditioning for Prim, because shes my favorite. But anyway, its a great great great book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10EG8J92KI8OG?ASIN=0439023521	Not just for teens!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fifty-something guy here; probably not the target demographic.  Still, as a long time Sci-Fi &amp; Fantasy fan, thought I'd give it a try....  I thought that after watching the movie first, the book might be boring. It wasn't.  This book was easy reading, touching, entertaining and thought-provoking.  I'm especially excited that now I can read the sequels without knowing what is coming!  Gave it 5 stars because although not quite on a level with the greatest of all time, it is definitely a cut above and more memorable than the typical 4 star book.  (Plus I'm hoping that maybe the trilogy as a whole will be that good.)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38O8RSF06RVLN?ASIN=0439023521	It was a very good read and I highly recommend it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is not my typical type of book that I choose to read. This book surprised me and introduced me to a new genre to consider in the future. The plot was the story of America in future years and the domination of one power. This power evokes a cruel game to remind the people who is control. The game involves the drawing out two names, one girl and one boy from each of the 13 districts to play in the Hunger Games. The Hunger Games is a game you play unto the death and the players are children. It is the story of survival, compassion, honor and family. It was a very good read and I highly recommend it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RT0KIZZOOKNLF?ASIN=0439023521	The book is even better than the movie!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie first, then I read parts of the book online on Amazon. I was intrigued and had to have the book to read it all. Reading the book make me understand more of the background and storylines of the movie.  I just finished reading this book and can't wait to start on the second in the series, Catching Fire.<br/><br/>Likes: Great read. Great companion to the movie.<br/><br/>Recommended to anyone who's seen the movie, get all the insights that go along with the movie. Also recommended to those who haven't seen the movie and like a great read full of action, romance, friendship, rivalry, and injustice.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3N7UT16QYB6YF?ASIN=0439023521	Enjoyed, but...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The story moves along well, but the grammatics &amp; syntax suck. The book gets some emotions going, just not sure they're always appropriate. For instance it bothers me that Katniss is so emotionally stupid. Especially for someone with her skill set. Then she gets drawn in by Rue so quickly &amp; she seems emotionally balanced. Then back to emotionally stunted while intellectually she's able to work out what Haymitch intends with ease. I really liked the storyline &amp; therefore gave it 4 stars. But with technology nowadays the writing style could've been better, as well as normalizing the heroine's emotional development.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21KZ1B0I2SUYR?ASIN=0439023521	Happy Hunger Games!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What a truly brilliant start to an excellent trilogy! From the moment I started reading the first pages I was hooked and fully engaged in the story and characters. It didn't let me go, and I finished the book in a matter of days while on vacation. I found the story incredibly enjoyable and fascinating. I would recommend reading the book first before seeing the movie, I throughly enjoyed the movie but it lacked in character development compared to the book. If you are looking for an engaging read, or you just want to read something different, then I suggest reading this book, because you will not be disappointed.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HUHCPIZPT0TG?ASIN=0439023521	Zoe's Book Reviews	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book so much I also cant wait to see the movie! I have to say my favorite character is Rue. I stayed up all night reading this book because i just wanted to know what was next.<br/><br/>Katniss Everdeen lives in district twelve were to suviev sh must break the laws. Evrey year the capital makes a boy and a girl from every district to fight each other to the death. When Katniss's little sisters name is drown for the reaping Katniss volentier and now she must fight against Peta the boy from her district and every one else.<br/><br/>This is one of best books ever, especially if you like young adult.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIL9ON7U8ZDE3?ASIN=0439023521	Zoe's Book Reviews	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book so much I also cant wait to see the movie! I have to say my favorite character is Rue. I stayed up all night reading this book because i just wanted to know what was next.<br/><br/>Katniss Everdeen lives in district twelve were to suviev sh must break the laws. Evrey year the capital makes a boy and a girl from every district to fight each other to the death. When Katniss's little sisters name is drown for the reaping Katniss volentier and now she must fight against Peta the boy from her district and every one else.<br/><br/>This is one of best books ever, especially if you like young adult.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TWGIJMEPNSQF?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It seems that I read one AMAZING book a year and the Hunger Games (trilogy) definitely was that book. The book doesn't grab you immediately, but once the action begins, its a real page turner! I have read the entire series in a little under a week. My only regret is not savoring the book longer. If you love a little science fiction or a little action, this book is for you. I say this as a fan of the Harry Potter series as well as the Twilight series... only now I think Hunger Games might have taken Twilights place on my list of AMAZING reads.<br/>I truly loved the characters and am looking forward to the movie!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17XZZV6FXAPV0?ASIN=0439023521	Bravo, Bravo, Bravo!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After all the great reviews this series is getting, I hardly have anything worthy of a lengthy speech, so I'll just make it quick.<br/><br/>I couldn't put the first book down once I got started, and I managed to get the other two before I finished the first one. I've read all three, and all I can say is, when are they making the next movie?<br/><br/>I also must say that the third book was a bit disappointing to me, and I won't go into any detail in respect for those who have not yet read it. But all in all, the first movie tracked the book pretty well, and the acting was over the top. Bring on the next one!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OVWHB3AYM71G?ASIN=0439023521	Humanity at its worst and best	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was impressed with this story, not only because if the way the author wrote it, but with how real the characters were. I could relate to them and I could find myself rooting for many of the characters.  The author does an incredible job at depicting humanity at its worst, as well as the balance and the true psychology behind those experiences.  Beautifully written, depicted, and portrayed, this book has brought me to tears a few times.<br/><br/>With the way governments have been acting lately, it is a good reminder to us that we are each individually free... And that nobody can ever take away our humanity.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBW2WVS38ZG33?ASIN=0439023521	My new favorite!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I can't say enough about this book! Everytime I try to tell someone about it, it never sounds as amazing as it truly is. So, I'm not going to tell you what it's about...you can read the cover for that. But I will tell you that I fell so in-line with the characters that I became the lead character and I fell in love with the others. I read the whole trilogy in 1 week. I couldn't put the books down! That was nearly a month ago and I STILL dream about it! These books have tatooed my heart, and I will always remember and cherish them. Instant classic! Once you start, you won't stop until you've devoured them all!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UW036Z06HU9Z?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After seeing part of this movie on cable, I was intrigued enough to buy it from Amazon for my Kindle. I was skeptical because all I normally read is Sci-Fi fantasy. This story was pretty good. It kept the suspense up enough to keep me reading and reading and reading even when I knew it was way past my bed time. I didn't think I would ever find another story that could so easily take me to another reality. This story was very believeable. The characters were so life like that I found myself starting to turn the pages early to see what happened next. I would recommend this book to anyone. Great job Ms. Collins.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3ARZ6YASS0L1H?ASIN=0439023521	Captivating	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I started reading this book last week and if it weren't for school, it would have been completed in a day. I hated having to put it down because it was so captivating. I finally finished it and now I must see the movie just to compare the two. I cannot wait to start on the second and third books of this series. I read <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Underland-Chronicles-Books-1-5-Paperback-Box-Set/dp/0545166810"">The Underland Chronicles: Books 1-5 Paperback Box Set</a> and that was wonderfully well written and this, I believe is just as great! I hope that Suzanne Collins continues to write amazing stories for us all to feel like we're in another world! I can't get enough of her writing!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OXLD0CTOAC0I?ASIN=0439023521	Not for me	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Over the last year and a half, I have tried, I really have tried, to finish this book. I never could get past page 150 after four attempts. I set it down for about five months and saw the movie trailer recently and thought I should give it a shot again. I gave up on page 114.<br/><br/>Not one star because it isn't that bad, I got the gist of why it's so popular, and primarily a matter of personal taste. After trying to read two other similar books people recommended me and gave those a try, I realized these type of books are not for me. I could not give it three stars because I can not recommend this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Q8HKX57YM5OE?ASIN=0439023521	Do not stop if you find it boring at the beginning	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought the book,but did not start reading it as a protest until catching fire came out as a kindle version. My friends constantly kept saying I should read it.<br/>Then I started reading,but couldn't continue for some time.The book is boring at the beginning,but that is a must in order to make the readers understand the environment and the events that will take place in the book.Once you get passed the boring part,you can not stop reading.I immediately read the second book ""Catching Fire"" and that ends worst.I do not know how I am going to wait for the last book to come out.A lot of questions are hanging now.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YWZNJXYPW5T3?ASIN=0439023521	I am in love with this book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am in love with this book! There aren't many books that I read and go ""Wow, I have to reread that whole book all over again,"" because it is so awesome. Brilliantly written but also easy to read. Chapters that end and mentally force you to start the next one, not allowing you to put the book down.<br/><br/>I am not one to like deep romance sub plots, but Suzanne Collins walks the fine line with me between too much and too little. Something similar to series like ""Darker than an Angel"". Her writing is great and she makes it seem to effortless. Looking forward to the next series she writes!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RM33OY3RK0EGA?ASIN=0439023521	...compelling novel	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I finally decided to read Hunger Games and like many readers, I could not put it down....""it had me<br/>from page one"".  This is a compelling novel about a government so controlling that it can force teenagers to hunt and kill each other for the entertainment of the ruling class; it is inhuman and brutal.  There is a feeling of hopelessness and helplessness and despair throughout and yet the main characters show morality and compassion and affection.  If one criteria of a ""good"" book is that you keep dwelling on it, then for me, Hunger Games qualifies and deserves the popularity it's getting.<br/>5 Stars.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTSPJW5GB6W35?ASIN=0439023521	Should have read it sooner.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I put off reading this book for a long time because I was adamantly against the juvenile violence. However my wife insisted that it was a great book and that the violence while ever present was not over the top and was necessary to the plot. I finally relented and am glad that I did. I found the book to be very enjoyable and can understand its popularity. I found myself feeling very connected to Peeta as I too was madly in love with a girl who didn't know I existed. Fortunately I met my wife some years later and I realized the difference between love and infatuation. I will be reading the second book soon!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RI6KEFS9GV8VZ?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What a surprise!  I had no idea what The Hunger Games was about before I read it.  As a result, it was a welcome surprise to see the book take such swift turns from the beginning set-up to the city and then into the games itself.  The book is much darker than I expected for Young Adult fiction, but Suzanne Collins' characters and the hope they embody overcomes the darkness.<br/><br/>After reading the first book in the series, I had to immediately follow-up with all the others.<br/><br/>My recommendation:<br/>5/5.  This is a must read for anyone craving adventure, excitement, and relationship building!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SBAADMTXQFJQ?ASIN=0439023521	Wow!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I postponed reading Hunger Games because I thought I would be disappointed. I shouldn't have worried. I was hooked after the first ten pages.<br/><br/>The plot is riveting. The characters in this ""post-apocalytic"" world, which was once the United States, are believable, and you quickly care about them. Actually this ""post-apocalyptic"" world is two worlds - one with all sorts of modern marvels and one (where most of the action occurs) where life is hard due to the cruelty of the ruling group.<br/><br/>I knew the conclusion after about fifty pages, but I was amazed to see how the author accomplished it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OH438B5469SW?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games the book worth while	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I read this book it's like I'm in the dimension where I'm the one only trying to survive. The multiple questions in this book are like me asking myself how will I stay alive. After I saw the movie I was like I really wanted to read the book and when I got my kindle the first thing I got was the Hunger Games movie and the book. I'm not a big book fan the only time I will read a book is if someone's is reading it to me or if the books reading itself and I never read by myself because I always had the voice reading to me but this book Is the only book I would read my hole Sunday. I love the Hunger Games</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32896F9HY0K9P?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book Series!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">For a while I was contemplating whether to read the books or not. What ended up happening was that I watched the movie first. After speaking with people who read and watched the movie, they told me that the producers had done a great job with the movie. In a way this persuaded me to want to read the books even more. As soon as I bought the book on my kindle, I dove right into reading it. The first book took me no time to finish. Now, I'm almost finished with the second book and look forward to the third. This is a great book. I usually don't read fictional books but this one was just too good to put down.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RX9ZTVEUM0YKF?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING !<3	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i am going to write a short review so you guys dont have to spend 10 minutes ln reading all the other 30 page reviews :) this book is really good i could not put it down… it was very discriptive and interesting and violent, to tell the truth tho the begining (first 2-3 chapters) were just description and it was kind of boring at first but then when it got more into the book it became  very very interesting… so interesting you would stay up all night for 3 days reading all three of the books! i highly recomend this wonderfull book. unless you are  younger than the age of 10! enjoy and LET THE GAMES BEGIN!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JQODJ4AZUHC2?ASIN=0439023521	Teach author's message.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Any 4th, 5th or 6th grade teacher with good readers will probably have one-half to two thirds of their class read the Hunger Games. Be sure to let them understand the author's message that this kind of violence mimics violence in everyday life throughout the world where young soldiers are sent off to war (perpetually) to be killed or kill for a ""cause"" whether it be noble or not.<br/>  Humans when fully civilized will find a non-violent way or at least a more unique humane solution to end war and violence while protecting its people without sacrificing,typically, the lives of millions of innocent people.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RER5CYA60IQ3T?ASIN=0439023521	I Am Blown Away!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Not only is the presentation on my Kindle superb (as compared to other ebooks with all sorts of odd symbols and poor pagination ((Is pagination possible on a Kindle?))) but the story and the writing was worthy of me buying the hard copy book to place on my shelf. I don't do this for all ebooks; only a few earn a place on my shelves and those books are never loaned out. I LOVED this book; cried at the loss of life; cheered at the lessons the victors taught; despaired at the savagery of ""future"" America. Long after I finished this book, it stayed with me...and that is one of the marks of a truly great book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2L6QUFXMI8KPA?ASIN=0439023521	A Must Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't normally review books myself, but I do rely heavily on other people's recommendations and opinions. The Hunger Games is definitely a MUST READ! I couldn't put the book down. At first I was hesitant because it was in the Young Adult section (I'm 37) and I didn't want to get sucked into another Twilight type addiction, but I just finished The Hunger Games this morning, bought the trilogy hardcover set from Amazon (great price!) overnight, but can barely contain myself from running to a book store and buying the second book today because I can't wait until tomorrow when the books arrive! Great book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PA7EYNRJRL6H?ASIN=0439023521	practically perfect	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's not often you find a book that doesn't have a single wrong note to it, but this is one. This book really has it all, from suspense to a little bit of political philosophy to unrequited love. Collins takes all the elements of this story and puts them together in a tightly-woven narrative that keeps its pace throughout. Her message, about government and the masses, is not very subtle, but the book is so well written that it goes down very smoothly. I could gush on and on, but I won't. I will say that I'm very skeptical about the proposed sequel(s), because they couldn't possibly be as good as this one!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GKFC2TMKXFED?ASIN=0439023521	A surprisingly good read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A dystopian world where children are forced in competitions to fight to the death as a reminder of the power of the government.<br/><br/>I'm not usually a fan of first person present tense writing, however the strength of the story distracted me enough to make this really good reading for me. It was one of those books which reads very quick because I don't want to put it down. I was surprised to see how well the characters were fleshed out using memories and tales, and Suzanne Collins made her main character, Katniss Everdeen believable as a stone killer, even though she is just a teen girl. Well done.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PXRAI7M1ICOA?ASIN=0439023521	Read it in a day	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I grabbed this from the library on a day I happened to be sick in bed, and wound up reading the whole thing in one day. Its a very compelling, page turning read. Thoroughly enjoyable for me as an adult, though I can also see why a YA audience would enjoy it. Yes, there's a lot of violence, and a dystopia feel ( though theres never really anything resembling a utopia to begin with), but the main character goes through an amazing range of experiences, in the process perhaps remembering how to actually feel (even if that means grappling with complex and confusing emotions, something any teen can relate to).</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2U7VFRFTH3P0H?ASIN=0439023521	"Couldn't hit the ""Next Page"" button fast enough!"	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was gifted this book for Christmas and after discovering the plot, was mildly horrified and thought, ""what were my friends thinking?"" But after a few pages, I literally could not put it down and read the whole thing in less than 48 hours over Christmas break. I immediately went out and bought the next book in the trilogy. Can't wait to find out what happens next.<br/><br/>The characters are interesting and mostly likable, although some of the fellow tributes are too one-dimensional and I wanted to know more about a few of them, especially Foxface.<br/><br/>Let's hope Ms. Collins' bleak future never comes to pass.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7G71J3E7KA3Z?ASIN=0439023521	MAY THE ODDS BE EVER IN YOUR FAVOR	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">HEED THIS WARNING: MAJOR SPOILERS IN MOCKINGJAY AND THE FIRST BOOK!!!!!  I was enraptured by this book. The Hunger Games is absolutely amazing. I have read the trilogy and now I am totally obsessed with it. (all Suzane's fault) It also made me all sad and angry when the people Katniss loved got killed, such as(WARNING!!!!!) Rue and (in Mockingjay) Prim. It made me hate Snow and the Capital. The series finale was satisfying. The HUNGER GAMES is one of my top favorites and always will be. I would recomend this book to anyone.  PS: please don't soak your Kindle with tears.  Sincerly, an eleven year old kid</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBKZ07IJEKV1W?ASIN=0439023521	one opinion of thousands	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I suppose its not even necessary to review this particular book. Seems that everyone loves it, and not the movie is out. Perhaps I should wait and see the movie and critique it instead as the movie can rarely hold a candle to the book. I liked the book, read it in two sittings, and understand why it has and continues to sale like hotcakes, as they say. Join the masses, read the book, and, except for my mother-in-law who refuses to read it based on it's premise (children forced to kill other children in a game), I believe all who read it (even my mother-in-law if she would venture it), will be satisfied.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RN3RIFNTG6L15?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome in many ways	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The hunger games is a book that will keep you up all night either reading or thinking about it. It is a good book for many different reading likes. It has a touch of romance but not sappy at all. The plot is a future country of modern day America in major poverty except the capitol and of course there favorite districts 1 2 and 4.In order to keep all the districts in line they have to participate in the hunger games which is when every district has to send 1 boy and 1 girl into an arena where there is a fight to the death to win anyway possible but it isn't for all readers if you don't like gory things.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RARXRQ8DS0G5U?ASIN=0439023521	The first book is excellant, but ...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this one out loud to my husband. We found ourselves reading for hours at a time, and I finally lost my voice, but this book was so good it was worth it. Katniss is such a good character that when you finish the book you almost feel like you've lost a friend, and so you read the next book in the series.<br/><br/>If the first book is excellent, then the second was very good ... but the third was a disappointment. I would still suggest reading the whole trilogy, and have told many of my friends about these books, but I wish the third book had had some of the fire of te first two, and not as much depression.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLH692P26R99O?ASIN=0439023521	Suzanne Collins writes yet another great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I think that Suzanne Collins wrote an amazing series that is adventurous, daring, and definitely will leave you on the edge of your seat! She combines so many topics that will appeal to all audiences, such as fighting, friendship, choices, and even a little romance. What I personally liked the most in this series was Katniss' excruciating choice between Peeta and Gale. I loved this series and is great for teachers, parents, adults, kids, teens, and anyone else willing to read it. I must admit I was reluctant to read such violent material, but when I finally did, I had found my favorite book of all time!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QC4APGPLIMT9?ASIN=0439023521	Fabulous	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was a bit hesitant to get into this series initially. The subject matter seemed too brutal to really enjoy. I mean, a bunch of kids made to kill each other? That's entertainment?<br/><br/>But oh it is. And I enjoyed every bit of it.<br/><br/>The story is well summarized in other reviews, so I'll just that I highly recommend it. You'll root for Katniss, and even some of the other tributes. You'll be ashamed at some of her actions, you'll ache for her as she is forced to do horrible things and you'll cheer for her when things go her way.<br/><br/>And being involved in characters this way, well doesn't that say it all?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2B114GXU1BWOC?ASIN=0439023521	IT WAS SOOOO GOOD!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is so weird how a book can make someone literally fall to the ground with such excitement or cry with emotions through a whole chapter. This book did wonders on me. Suzanne Collins is amazing. Her writing was perfect and her words just take you out of this world. Katniss and Peeta are great characters. It sometimes felt like you were in there, in the arena with them. Helping them survive and wishing they will make it out alive.<br/>I heard they're going to be making a movie. I'm so excited, i just hope they don't change it around and ruin it.<br/><br/>I couldn't put the book down. I recommend it to anyone.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R153S1EFHL342X?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Thousands have already voted--GREAT BOOK!  And I agree wholeheartedly.<br/>The Hunger Games nailed my attention on page 1.  Then it never let me go.  I loved the naturalness of the characters as they sprung from the unique milieu of Panem and its twelve rebellious districts.  The characters are life-sized in their complexity--more or less ""good"" and more or less ""bad"" at the same time.  The quirks of each are so obviously the way that character just has to be.  This continuity and gracefulness of the characters and their actions is the key trait of memorable books.  Brava, Ms. Collins.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20OJ97140RZZY?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I stumbled across this during my free trial of Prime (and this was one of the freebies).  I had never even heard of this book, but it had great reviews, so I tried it.  I LOVED THIS BOOK, and ended up reading all 3 in the series over the next couple of weeks.<br/><br/>Note:  I don't like ""scary"" books, and once I got far enough into this book to realize the basic plot, I almost stopped reading because I thought it was going to be gory.  But somehow, the author managed to take a deplorable event (the Hunger Games themselves) and describe it all in vivid detail...without it being scary or gory.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBSRBAJHSIGWM?ASIN=0439023521	Easy reading, fascinating story.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I will try and read any book genre as long as it keeps me interested. Sometimes I do admit that I will abandon a book halfway in. In a severe dry spell which I could not seem to find something to keep me interested, I gave this one a try (originally my wife's purchase). It is obviously a very successful book already. Nevertheless, have not yet seen any of the movies but thoroughly enjoyed it! The writer creates a very smooth description of a world with extreme characteristics: poverty, hardship, authoritarian regime. Also very gripping story and a lot of action in it. Curious to see how it continues.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IY2AWH0NU6MU?ASIN=0439023521	Fight against evil	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well written. I honestly only read it to monitor what my son was reading. I wasn't, thrilled with the theme of we are powerless.Hopefully the next two have a better theme for young readers than doom.<br/>Some people have been having game parties with their children pitted against each other while they dress as capitol residents. It is something I find disturbing. Especially with the parrells to history and in some parts of the world present day.<br/>Overall an easy read but the content is really for an audience much older than it is marketed to. Talk with your kids even teenagers about the content.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15W4RM5S26U2F?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Ganes	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book!  It was very hard to put down and I bought the other two books in the Trilogy before I even finished this one!  Can't wait to see what happens next!  I am already half way through Catching Fire and I am loving that one so far as well. I would highly suggest this book to anyone that loves drama and adventure! Thank you Suzanne Collins for transporting me into another world, where I feel like I am jumping into the scenes and walking along side the characters, feeling their fear and sadness, as well as their anger for what the Capitol is forcing them to do. I am completely enthralled.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FKIALKATGFBS?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger Games is considered a young adult book but it is well worth a read by all adults. Much like John Marsden's books, it has an appeal that transcends the young adult genre. The book is well paced and I found it difficult to put down. I found its post apocalyptic setting made it quite reminiscent of a book published over 50 years earlier - ""The Chrysalids"" by John Wyndham. Like John Wyndham's novels, it is futuristic rather than science fiction and contains eternal themes, not least of which is the instinct for survival, the desire for success and the need for love and respect. Highly recommended.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15NYM0O5WPI8?ASIN=0439023521	I won't spoil anything - great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm not going to spoil anything or blow your mind with this review. If you want in depth on how it relates to politics, religion, or some other deeper meaning you will not get that from me.<br/><br/>I'm simply going to say that it was a great read. It was entertaining all the way through, it had a few slow parts in my opinion, but nothing that lasted long. It had a lot of different emotions, relationships, and twists to keep me intrigued through the whole book. I was able to fly through the book once I got into it, and that did not take long. I will say that this book leads well to the second book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NVCTARP88FLK?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome despite not wanting to read it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was not interested in this trilogy at all, and when it was picked for my book club I cringed.  I LOVED IT!  I devoured it.  I loved Katniss, and was surprisingly pulled into the story despite the violence and futuristic,unrealistic theme.  I am very much drawn to relatable stories, not at all fantastical such as this.  I was addictively hooked though, couldn't wait for the next book.  I do have to say Hunger Games was definitely the best of the three, Catching Fire was still good, with Mockingjay only completed because I just had to bring it to an end, not because that book itself did much for me.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DNA7V030XIS7?ASIN=0439023521	Hold on Tight!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I literally could not put this book down. Some people criticise the premise of this story, but if you truly think about the world these people live in... desperate times lead to desperate measures. Once you keep your mind open to the idea of this story and what these people have to go through, you will really be able to understand the dynamic twists and hidden jabs at the politics of this world. The ending is a bit of a sudden stop, but luckily for us the next books are out and you can keep reading this series. If you are looking for a good read, start now and be prepared to not want to put it down!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HAQ2PQ0SXS9B?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was so amazing! I am a teenager myself and I found the book to be engaging and real. Unlike most non-fiction novels this book took you someplace many wouldn't dare to. I found my self thinking of Katniss and Peeta before I went to sleep every night for at least 3 weeks. I thought about how lucky i am to be blessed with the comforts I have and how my biggest problems are nothing compared to Katiss and the rest of the districts. I knew it wasn't real, but my heart had a hard time believing it. To get there, your heart, the book has to be pretty damn good. This is a need to read novel. buy it.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7ZB5SRKJRQAQ?ASIN=0439023521	You will not be disappointed	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is an amazing story.  I've read hundreds of books, and the Hunger Games series is absolutely on my list of all-time favorites.  It tells the story of a not-so-distant future, where the government is in complete control and forces citizens to compete in their annual Hunger Games.  The main character is Katniss, a girl who will do everything she can to protect her family.<br/>It's about bravery, love, courage in the face of your greatest fears, sacrifice, never giving up.<br/>I swear once you start reading, you'll finish the 3 book series in a week or two.  I really can't imagine you'd be disappointed.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROHFQNN697TL4?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING thriller and love story combinined into one page turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have had my Kindle 3G for about one month and have read over 5 books, including ""The Hunger Games"" by Suzanna Collins. I could NOT put the book down! Katniss, the main character, has an amazingly strong female lead and shows how in the most undesirable situations she overcomes and becomes the bold, strong, and confident young woman we all desire to see succeed. I am on the second book of the series, Catching Fire, and have briefly put down the Kindle to write this review. This series is a must read for those who enjoy strong female leads, action, emotional roller coasters, and simply a good book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18PA6EMDTIGZ3?ASIN=0439023521	Trust you'll be up all night reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put this book down till the end. I gave up TV just to finish reading it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1K2UD0ID2XKZ5?ASIN=0439023521	LOVE IT!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I started reading this book to hear what the hype was about.<br/><br/>LOVED IT!<br/><br/>Cannot say enough about Katniss. She is a warrior like a soldier at war. Knowing how to stay alive and when necessary to play the game. Peeta needs to grow some, and prior to the movie coming out I had voices of certain people which made the book more interesting.<br/><br/>Wonder if our world will ever come to something like this.<br/><br/>PS-- read before the movie came out. Was impressed the movie and book were just about the same minus the details you cannot obtain or movies would be four hours long.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Z5QZ9Z9U9059?ASIN=0439023521	Definitely a page turner.....	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am not an avid reader, but I decided to read the first book because my nieces and their friends were reading them and posting how good they were on Facebook. I am almost 60 years old and thought I might not enjoy them as I knew they were written for a younger audience. I read the first 20 page Sample on my iPad and bought the first book as soon as I finished the last sample page. I could not put this book down and bought the next two books immediately. I cannot believe the way these books captured my interest and I was sad when I finished the last page, I wanted more. Can't wait to see the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21W9FDNFLNUD9?ASIN=0439023521	that special something	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">You know people always have that one special book for them? Well I must say I most certainly found mine. l couldn't stop reading I feel as if I am part of the story. I will definitely not hesitate to read it again. So with no further ado I  hereby name this book the #1 book on my all-time favorite  books list. Although I could have used a little more drama I love this book. I was upset thst it ended with little information on Katniss and Peeta's romance, I wish it could last forever. I hope that I get lucky enough to have someone love a girl like me.Otherwise than that it is a perfect book for me.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33FSX6AKE6D3F?ASIN=0439023521	WOW!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After reading the 'back cover' I was not so sure why everyone was recommending this series to me.  But I can tell you, it was a wonderful surprise.  I was worried about the extreme violance these games would include, but it is so tastefully written.  I finished all three in a matter of week, and now I am wondering what I will ever find to hold my attention!  There are so many lessons to be learned from this trilogy, but I am not sure a younger audience is mature enough for some of the content. I can't wait for the movie, just hoping they make it true to the story and don't mess up this great work!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1G9XMZI4MWZ3S?ASIN=0439023521	One of my favorite books!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved reading this book and I had a hard time putting it down.  It is about teenagers that are fighting to lives and save their ""world"".  I have a very very low tolerance for blood, violence, or graphics.  This book was nothing like that, I had no trouble reading it.  Obviously, It had parts where people were killing each other but it didn't go into detail and hangout on those parts.  The point of the book was not to tell a killing story, but to show how a group of people can make a difference and fight for their society.  I love this book and bought/started catching fire as soon as I finished.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19Z8E59HT9SZ9?ASIN=0439023521	What a nice surprise!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Once I started reading, I couldn't put the book down! I started reading it around 8PM a couple evenings ago, and only put it down because I had to get to sleep. The next day I read for 35 minutes over my lunch break (another 40 pages), and last night I finished the book.<br/><br/>For some reason, when reading about Katniss, I kept picturing Saoirse Ronan's character in ""The City of Ember"" movie.<br/><br/>I've just pre-ordered the Kindle, but it won't ship for a few weeks. So I have to decide... do I buy the second book in the trilogy now... or do I wait for my Kindle to show up and get the Kindle edition...?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QVZD9FGF90D3?ASIN=0439023521	Happy  Hunger Games! And may the odds be ever in your favor!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Katniss Everdeen was never drawn to take place in the Hunger Games. Until the only alive person she sure she loves is drawn, her little sister. So Katniss offers to take Prim's  place . And though it cant get any worse for her none any than Peeta the baker's son gets chosen! Still Katniss worries for her family and she waiting for her mother to disappear in her world of sadness. Katniss fights for her life in the Hunger games. Who will win? Find out in the Hunger Games the perfect beginning  to the series.<br/>_____________________________________________________________________________________</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7343FLZECBM7?ASIN=0439023521	An amazing book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I LOVE this book.  It is amazing to read.<br/><br/>Katniss lives in a time when stuggle is normal and expected.  And once a year all the kids in districts 1 through 12 ages 12-18 show up to collect two tributes, A boy and a girl for Panems Hunger Games.  A literal fight to the death where 24 go in but only one can come out.  When Katniss's 12 year old sister Primrose is called Katniss volunteers to take her place.  Knowing she will probably die she does all she can to give herself the best chance she can.  You have to read this book. EVEN if you have seen the movie.  THis book is even better.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1S9FNFX0Q3HCR?ASIN=0439023521	Good dystopian thriller	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was rivited by this book from the first page. My daughter was doing a book report on it and I thought I would give it a quick skim. I was incredulous at the dystopian world view and the thinly veiled warnings for those of us living in today's yurbulent times. Katniss Eberdeen is a true hero (not heroine) and I am happym my daughter has a chance to read something that may stimulate her political thinking. I admit I not only finished the book, but ordered the next in the series as well. Thrilling, thoughtful, and a portrayal of a young woman as a fully developed person rather than a sex object.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8C8VISQHV7EG?ASIN=0439023521	A Real Page Turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book ... A real page-turner. Great plot and story (somewhere a cross between Lord of the Flies, the TV show Survivor, and the movie The Running Man - with Romeo and Juliet thrown in for good measure). The writing isn't fantastic, but the characters are incredibly likeable, and like I said, the plot pace makes up for it.<br/><br/>This was a solid 4.5 stars for me. She had me up to the end, which was a bit frustrating. Not sure where the story is heading from here, so I will definitely be reading Book 2. I can see why it has won some awards. Strong story and great characters. Recommended.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXXG2ZLRF75SR?ASIN=0439023521	Agenda 21 in fictional form	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Intentionally or not, Collins draws out a gripping tale that uses an existent plan for humanity, called Agenda21/Sustainable Development. The Capitol is the elites who like this plan and everyone else in the ""districts"" are subjected to Orwell's future of humanity....a boot stomping on a human face forever. Creativity, self determination and initiative are totally destroyed. Misery is the standard fare, and tyranny is complete. However, it all ends up coming down to the consent of the governed, so there is hope. A good read at teenage level, but much deeper than it appears on its face.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BURNWO9YT2N?ASIN=0439023521	Well...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I honestly didn't want anything to do with this book after all the hype that surrounded it last year and how bloody and cruel of a story it seemed to be, but  after getting my first Kindle Fire for Christmas I found the book for five bucks in the kindle store. I was really wanting to get a book in my Kindle, and since it was so cheap, I decided that if I really didn't like the book, I could delete it.  I have to say, it is a good read in a way, but still, the killing and the cruelty is never far away. Even though I read until the end...I really don't think I'll be becoming a fan any time soon.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1R2X2BG2PKLEH?ASIN=0439023521	Well I never	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent, Brutal, Adventure Packed more words could go into describing this but I will refrain.<br/><br/>This book successfully held me from start to finish and I thoroughly enjoyed it, The lead Character, the trials she had to overcome kept his fast paced read exciting from start to finish.<br/><br/>In a simple totalitarian world world the only way to survive is bend the odd rule and hope not to get caught doing it. However when the world asks each district to send in their children to fight to the death they have no other option but to do it and play by the rules.<br/><br/>Or do they?</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QUUV9O90061P?ASIN=0439023521	Starving For More	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was absolutely amazing. It kept me drawn in the whole time, to the point where I had to strain myself to put down the book. It's full of suspense, action, and surprise, but it also looks into the relationships between people, whether it be family, romantically, or between people pitted against one another. The Government is a key instigator in this novel and it shows a viewpoint oppressed people through the eyes of Katniss Everdeen. When I realized this book was part of a series I was immediately craving the next book like none other. In the meantime, I think I'll just read it again.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35ET417OX2UJQ?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I gave the rating of five Stars because I really enjoyed the hunger games it was a thrilling book about a girl named Katniss Everdeen a 16 year old girl volunteer to take part in the 74th hunger games instead of her sister Primrose the hunger games in a live television programme were one girl and one boy between the ages of 12-18 are chosen to take part in the hunger games were they must fight to the death but only one can come out alive I would recommend this book to children between the ages of 12-19 because the book contains some inappropriate words. The book is written by Suzanne Collins.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3ARQR3VF3AF1R?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought the book and insisted I read it before I saw the movie and I am so glad I did.  The movie was ok but the book was very good.  The book was a super easy read...but I am an adult so it should be!  I went on to read all three and thoroughly enjoyed the trilogy, the characters were captivating, the story line interesting and there were no really dragged out sections.  The author did a good job in painting a picture since when I saw the movie many things were just as I imagined them but in even more cases my imagination was better than the film!  A great easy read for summer at the beach!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZS0I4CGPTW5U?ASIN=0439023521	Gripping story of post apocalyptic America	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow, this is really a good book. It is listed as a Young Adult novel but I think adults will enjoy it just as equally. I had heard from a few friends that they couldn't put it down once they started reading it -- and it was the same for me.  Once I got invested in the story, I couldn't put it down until I finished. Some of it is a bit graphic (the wolves near the end especially) and had me cringing. Unlike some of the other reviewers, I didn't find the romance to be overdone (unlike another popular teen series *cough* Twilight *cough*). I am looking forward to reading the next in the series.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GZOBG69TFRM3?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My granddaughter said I wouldn't like it because I'm too old. Boy, was she wrong!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RMDQBZFS5A14?ASIN=0439023521	.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">.. .  . .....  . ... . ....... ... ... . . .  . . . . . . . . Hggfthh gbbggetbbdd</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2D7AF56IEQA8Y?ASIN=0439023521	Gripping	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A thrilling dystopian novel that is loosely based of the Ancient Greek Myth of Theseus who had to kill the Minotaur to end the tribute sacrifices and mixed with the ideas of 1984 by George Orwell. Supposed to be sadistic and dark. Not a love story. I'd say it's a lesson that needs to be learned, and fast, about government because a lot of governments, including America's, is headed for problems like the one presented here (especially concerning the issue of indifference in government and society in general). Educational yet attention-grabbing. Could do without the first person point of view.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUB0UC7EEB2HW?ASIN=0439023521	great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Don't read this series if you have problems with depression. There is nothing uplifting in this series and really highlights the worst attributes of the human race. The heroine spends a lot of time in very deep depression and unable to function in any way.  That being said, it is a great unpredictable story with no pretty tied up in a bow endings.  I read all three books in five days and that is only because I had stuff to do and was forced to put it down.  It is a page turner.  It also has a great depiction of both PTSD and depression and what those illnesses can do to someone if untreated.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2G6DC6RNA2UYQ?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games- give into all the hype!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was really stubborn and didn't want to be another hunger games zombie but after the movie came out I decided I should probably read it, because I really like reading the books before seeing the movies. I bought it for my Ipad and kept putting off starting it but finally it was my last book on my ipad so I started it. I LOVED it. I read it in like a day and that was with me working a 12 hour shift. It has the perfect mix of action and romance to satisfy and girl or guy. You need to read it !!! Be prepared to buy all three books because you will need them as soon as you finish the first one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLXRNPHYJEYOK?ASIN=0439023521	Huh..	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm 45 this year, and I thought... seriously why would I read this book based on kids killing each other?  I started this first book and couldn't put it down and read all 3 in a few days!  They were extremely well written and worth the read despite the hype about the series and the movie, this was one set of books I'd recommend.  Although I will say this:  The basic plot is offensive and the stories are quite violent.  It really causes some introspective thought on human nature and casts a not so favorable look at out own behavior as there are a lot of parallels to be found in human history.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JKEF1FDXQCVA?ASIN=0439023521	fast paced	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had never heard of this series until the movie. I put off reading it becasue they kept comparing it as the next Twlight in popularity. I've had enough of all that. My son read this in highschool for his English class and he said it was pretty good. He views reading as a way to torture the youth. So I ran across the book on sale and purchased it. I couldn't put it down. I loved it. It had just the right amount of sweetness, brutality, friendship and heartache. Makes me want to see the movie now. Will be ordering the other two in hardcovers and replacing my paperback for a keeper hardcover.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VF5YW2CSA6O5?ASIN=0439023521	Took me a few chapters to get into it...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I struggled initially with the present tense voice, but a few chapters in, it became easier.<br/><br/>Once the games began, I was hooked. I do feel the editing on the book could have been better. I found some incomplete sentences and some sentences that were missing a word, but over all the characters are compelling. Very good play on the romance. That's what really hooked me. Still, I think it's too violence for 6th grade (which I heard is on a six grade reading list in some schools).<br/><br/>Overall, it's worth spending the time to get into the book and I'm excited to start book two.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVG8P3QSJB4YD?ASIN=0439023521	unexpectedly exciting and creatively written!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">my friend read this book before me. i didnt want to read it cuz the summaries were boring. i just read it cuz i wanted my friend to stop bothering me.<br/>i picked up the book, and at first reading it was kind of confusing since it is in first person. but the story is wonderful! every detail is put in the right spot. the characters seem real. i love everything about this book the only thing is that the next one doesnt come out till next year in the fall.<br/>i recommend this book to everyone. if you liked twilight, then you will like this book too :)<br/>read it ! and buy it! give suzzane her money</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2URC9OUQH4UW3?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I originally had no interest in the Hunger Games Triology. One day I was browsing through my Netfilx account and saw the Hunger Games was listed. So I said, ""what the heck, it's free"". I absolutely loved the movie and discussed it the following week with my cousin and she recommended reading the series, as to her, they were much better. So I did, and i must say, it was amazing! So thrilling, emotional...just so many emotions and feelings when reading this book. I loved everything about this, and before i even finished the book, I had already bought the 2nd.<br/><br/>Definitely recommend.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QNFFHVLJCQEI?ASIN=0439023521	Brilliantly written :)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I watched the film first and was prepared to be disappointed by the inadequacies of the film to the book, but was unprepared for what I found. The film followed the main ideas of the book well but was pleasantly surprised by the details I found in the book. Suzanne Collins wonderfully lays out things in the beginning of the book which play out throughout the story. There also were little details which were unable to be portrayed in the film but made the book that much more enjoyable. I think Suzanne Collins is a brilliant writer and will definitely be on the lookout for more of her novels!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34WC68HXAX5YC?ASIN=0439023521	Powerful and relentless	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is dark, and quietly horrific: the concept of such brutality - between children, and for entertainment - was hard to take at times. The Hunger Games are harsh, unforgiving, relentless and cruel.<br/><br/>But the book is also a love story, and a tale of friendship, courage and hope, and the desire to live. The tenderness and sorrow shown in the 'Goodbye with flowers and song' scene made me cry.<br/><br/>I read the book in three sittings, and when I was not reading I was thinking about the characters and the world of Panem. A tremendously powerful opening to the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OKQV7ZPDZRWR?ASIN=0439023521	An Enjoyable book Even for Adults	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games, the first installment in an eponymous trilogy, is an enjoyable read. Written for and marketed to young adults (i.e. teens), this book can also be enjoyed by adults looking for a quick, engrossing narrative. Susanne Collins has done an admirable job of fleshing out all the main characters and created a world  rich in detail and believability. Perhaps the highest praise that can be said for a first installment of a series is that it makes you want to immediately read the next installment, and in this regard The Hunger Games utterly succeeds. Five stars, highly recommended.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CJ98B7NEHF6D?ASIN=0439023521	Don't let the YA label fool you--this is grown-up stuff	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The fact that a book becomes a runaway bestseller tends to make me avoid it (just stubborn that way), so ""Hunger Games"" was never on my to-read list. And then my 13-year-old nephew named it his favorite series of all time. So, in order to keep in touch with the younger generation, I started reading. And stayed up until 3 a.m. to finish. And ordered the next two books immediately, finishing THEM in two days. It's hard to describe how a combination of ""Survivor"" and ""Lord of the Flies"" could be such a gripping adventure, especially for a Jane Austen fan like me. All I can say is, ""Hang on!""</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RA97MCEGV3PI5?ASIN=0439023521	Its not a bad novel at all!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I picked this book up one day and I devoured it in one sitting. I was just drawn in, but it got slow at times. I stayed up all night just to know what happens next. If you ever read the Maze Runner Trilogy, you would like this. It is a dystopian novel about North America being broken into districts and they have to compete in a life or death 'game' which they have to kill each other. Will Katniss get out alive? Can Katniss live through the games without anybody to rely on or even befriend? Find out all the answers to these questions by reading The Hunger Games! Its really worth your time!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RN7QORNFZKXCB?ASIN=0439023521	A Must Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Bought, started and finished reading in one day.  It was so engrossing that I literally couldn't put it down for longer than it took to fix food or take a short humanity break.  The characters, storyline, etc. are fleshed out and well written.  I'm going to be getting the last two books in the series (Catching Fire &amp; Mockingjay) for my Xmas vacation reading.<br/><br/>I want to note that this is not for the timid.  If you read and didn't like plots reminiscient of Lord of the Flies or Heart of Darkness, don't bother with this, b/c that same blackened version of humanity is the core of this book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PPEZ7P6O24L?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games 1st Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">""In the ruins of a place once known as North America lies the nation of Panem, a shining Capitol surrounded by twelve outlying districts. The Capitol is harsh and cruel and keeps the districts in line by forcing them all to send one boy and one girl between the ages of twelve and eighteen to participate in the annual Hunger Games, a fight to the death on live TV. Sixteen-year-old Katniss Everdeen, who lives alone with her mother and younger sister, regards it as a death sentence when she is forced to represent her district in the Games""<br/><br/>Amazing Book!! Recommend For All</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24964ZRZ7W1FB?ASIN=0439023521	Want to see what all the whoblah was about......	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought this was just another hyped up trend, I thought it was going to be really boring...but IT WASN'T. I was told to read the book before I watch the movie. I finished this book in 2 days.  I literally brought this book to bed with me. Found myself reading at 2:30am, had to FORCE myself to put the book down and go to sleep! I love Collins style of writing also. Her writing mimics a great show/movie. The chapters are amazingly written and developed then right at the end of the chapter Collins drop a huge dramatic ""scene"" that pulls the reader in and forces the reader to keep reading!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TZR6XL65BITZ?ASIN=0439023521	Loved the whole trilogy!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read the first book (soft cover) in the series on vacation after my younger brother finished reading it on vacation. It just so happened that my older sister was in the middle of reading the second book on her Nook! I couldn't wait to get the 2nd for my Kindle after finishing the first. I went through all 3 of them lightening fast. This trilogy seems to be a hit for my siblings, ranging from 17 to 27!<br/><br/>It is quite a violent/graphic book, so I definitely wouldn't recommend it for anyone under 13... Even if your child is 13-16, you might want to read it first before buying it for them.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WQZ0RK1R7F2E?ASIN=0439023521	Book Club Pick for 2011	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was the book club pick for Jan 2011 First book of 2011 and go figure it is a triliogy they was good and now I NEED to read book 2 not fair FBI not fair :)<br/><br/>There are highs and lows and times you are biting your nails, which I think this book would make a GREAT movie! I am not sure if Katniss is going to ""get it"" about boys, and love in book two but I sure hope she starts to see the nose on her face soon. I don't want to say to much to give to much away. But I am thankful for the life I have and I hope to never live under the rule of a ""Capitol"", they almost make Hitler sound kind</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KK1RTQTC9MN0?ASIN=0439023521	narrator was the wrong person for the job.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm reviewing the narration of the book.<br/><br/>It's very difficult to listen to. The narrator is obviously an older woman who sounds older and does not capture the youth of Katiss, a seventeen year old girl. The narrator is totally at odds with the atmosphere of the book. To summarize my personal take on this, the author is attempting to show the reader the horrors of children in a war, however the older and wailing narrator fails to make that delivery completely. I was left feeling relieved that the book was over. Honestly, she would have been better off narrating a romance novel.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20032G2DQXPRQ?ASIN=0439023521	Surprisingly good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I always prefer to read the book before seeing  the movie, and with the second installment coming in theatres I thought I should make haste. The story is fast-moving and quickly gets through the backstory and daily survival routine for Katniss and still captures the emotional world of a teenage girl struggling to appreciate kindness, compassion and love in her world. And, yes, I cried...a few times as the story begs introspection of our own society.<br/>The storytelling is well crafted and I'm hoping enticing enough for my tween to read all three novels. As for me, I'm ""Catching Fire"".</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3STBUIOS68H11?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!! A must-read for everyone.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I rate this book a whopping 5 stars. It was fantastic - wonderful plot, excellent character development. Although the storyline was one we've seen many times, I thought Collins reinvented the idea in a truly spectacular way. I read this book again after I finished the series, and it was by far my favorite of the three. The other two were almost sickeningly romantic, and to me, it appeared Collins was going for the Twilight-popularized over-the-top love triangle. All in all, The Hunger Games is a magnificent novel, a must-read for young and old adults and certainly an eye-opener for all.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXG9OWX2MAKKM?ASIN=0439023521	Kept Me Up All Night Reading This	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great book.  I read it on my Kindle and was glad I was able to make the print larger, because I finished it in two nights.  The story line was superb.  The characters were very real and came to life as I was reading them.  It's a love story--as no other I have read or recall reading.  It's gruesome in parts and soft and sad in others.  Makes you wonder if our heroine will ever be happy in such a future world. And what an imagination the author has with the ability to write about it.  I haven't seen the movie, but I think I will read the next two books, before seeing the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2P33DL9X5AG8K?ASIN=0439023521	A wonderfully written book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">a truly unusual and compelling story, for all young adults and over. It delivers in every way, from the gut wrenching moments to the stark fear, she brings her characters to life.<br/> Even better, as a male, even though the main character is female, it's not a girlie story. Very much readable for anyone, (outside the young children), in fact, as hard as the storyline is, as much as it assaults your senses, it never steps over the line to gross, or unneeded descriptive deaths, yet, the danger and death is there in plenty.<br/> All told, it's a very good book, and well worth the read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35FECQP4FU2P9?ASIN=0439023521	Yes	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It lives up to the hype. I wish I want the last one on earth to read it. So good</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RB89A3T7CYLYV?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book, although at some times confusing, is a great book, along with the two sequels for it. For all Divergent and The Fault in our Stars fans, I'd recommend this dystopian fantasy. The two sequels are okay. Catching Fire was particularly hard to follow, especially for my eleven year old brain. Mockingjay, especially at the end, was not only hard to follow but EXTREMELY sad. I personally liked the first book the best, like I do in almost every series I read. But that is your choice. I will say, this book is amaaaaaaaaaaaaazing!  Read it, and may the odds be ever in your favor!! ;)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1909M7AK4308K?ASIN=0439023521	Predictable	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The main characters were interesting, and the background was intriguing, but I felt the storyline was fairly predictable.  There we're a few situations that held my interest to the point that I wanted to keep reading, but for the most part I didn't have a problem putting the book down.  It was not a book that held my interest to the point that I didn't want to stop reading....Not a bad read, just not as compelling as I had hoped it would be.<br/>I think it would be good read for a younger person, someone that is just beginning to have an interest in exploring the world of literature.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3ALDQY1HHM2OI?ASIN=0439023521	I was hungry for more.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book completely satisfied my every need i was looking for in any novel. Not gory enough for me to become disgusted but not too childish with the intense action scenes (if you know what i mean). The writing was SUPERB! Collins completely captured my imagination on every page and i was able to follow the story to the end with no problems. The romance was just enough and didnt go over the point to where it would get cheesy and cliche(*cough*50 shades of grey). Overall, a fantastic book that i am extremely glad i spent my time to read and that i will read many more times from now. :)</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3A837MERSFX1N?ASIN=0439023521	May The Odds Be Ever In Your Favour	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I actually saw the movie before I read this book. I was enchanted by the, well, how do I put it, amazingness of the film. My little sister, who is only seven, watched it with me. She was terrified, especially when Glimmer gets stung by all those tracker-jackers. We both adored Katniss though, because she is brave, loyal, a great friend, and as my sister said ""very pretty!"".<br/><br/>I read the book, and it was just as good as the film. I won't say much though, because I do not want to spoil it, but if you read it, I have one thing to say. May The Odds Be Ever In Your Favour.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZZW0NVGLM36P?ASIN=0439023521	Strong, Butt-Kicking Female Lead	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book (and audio listen) has it all: friendship, heartache, action, romance, wit, suspense.  I oohed, aahed, winced, cried, got really angry, cheered, booed.  I did it all.  I really didn't think I'd be able to support adolescent characters who are thrown into a brutal, real-life survivor arena with the need to fight to the death, but somehow Katniss, Peeta, Rue and a host of other characters took up residence in my heart.  This book took me by surprise and I'm so glad it lived up to all the hype.  Plus, what's not to love about a strong, self-sufficient, butt-kicking female lead!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2X47XD9968GDO?ASIN=0439023521	Scary topic for young teens??	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It took me a while before I finally read this trilogy simply because the idea of kids being forced to kill other kids is distastful and hard to stomach.  I find it hard to believe that we are allowing and even hyping this story to kids and teens.<br/>Suzanne Collins is a great story teller in that her writing is easy to read and the story flows very well...except in the third book where you find yourself wondering if someone else wrote it.  The story line takes very strange turns and the final chapters are more summaries than story.  All in all- an okay story with a difficult topic.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DUAZI0GVU0RK?ASIN=0439023521	Districts, fighting, courage	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">""The Hunger Games"" takes place many years from now, in North America. The land has been split into districts, and so many people are poor and can hardly get their hands on some food. The Hunger Games come along every year, and a boy and a girl are chosen from each district. These kids are placed in a setting where they fight for survival. The goal is to be the last one standing. It is a fight to the death in the Games.<br/>This story was an extreme page-turner. It showed some friendship and loyalty, as well as determination to stay alive. I would recommend this to any teenager any day.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3E84P952HRGKM?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">OMG! Need I say more. This book was a little hard to take in at first. I was shocked with the way the district had chosen to use children in the games. I know a few of my friends were put off by this and could not read them. I found the book fascinating and a wonderful story of love, commitment, loyalty and bravery. If you seen the movie you still need to read the books. I enjoyed this book a lot more than the movie. The way Suzanne Collins gets you to know her characters in such a personal manner is amazing. It causes you to really cheer for and cry for your favorites. A MUST read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XY1PALNY08BM?ASIN=0439023521	Realistic and frightening	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put this book down and I still can't get over how frighteningly realistic it is.  The author's use of just the right amount of subtlety at describing the horror of children fighting to the death speaks volumes of her talent.  I never found the books to be over the top or too far out of the range of possibility as to be unbelievable.  The characters are likeable and relatable.  The book is very well-written and in spite of and also because of the plot, highly compelling.  And thankfully, as the first book in the series, you will not be sorry you entered the world of Panem.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3F2X7UIP0JVC8?ASIN=0439023521	I really like how Katniss	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games<br/>By: Susan Collins<br/><br/>Panem is a country about 90 years into the future from now. It is ruled by one man, President Snow. He split the land that was once called North America, into 12 districts, each district doing different things. Katniss is a girl from district 12, who volunteers for her sister to be part of the Hunger Games, where teenagers fight to the death in an arena.<br/> I really like how Katniss, and her mentor Haymitch, were designed, as a character. They are both my favorite characters. I also like the relationship between Katniss and Peeta, how they have to pretend to love each other to stay  alive, and they really don't know if they actually love each other. I do not like how Gale, one of the characters in the beginning, was made. He could have been a main character, but it seems like Collins went sort of halfway with him. I would recommend this book for anyone from age 13 to 73. Seriously, anyone, any age, any gender could read this!<br/>So, that concludes my report. Happy Hunger Games, and may the odds be ever in your favor!<br/><br/>By Jocelyn<br/>I have read the book Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins. The main character in the book is Katniss Everdeen. In the beginning her sister Prim got picked to be tribute for the 74th annual Hunger Games.Then Katniss had volunteered for her sister. The thing i like about Katniss is that she is brave enough to risk her life for her sister. It shows that girls are brave and strong to. The thing i didn't like  was that they stayed in the cave to long, so that made it boring. I think people should read this book if they like adventure and action.<br/><br/>By Kylie<br/>  In the book The Hunger Games, by Suzanne Collins, a lot of great and very interesting things  happen. In the beginning of The Hunger Games the main character, Katniss Everdeen, is living with her mom and little sister. The day is the day  that they choose who goes to the hunger games. My favorite character is Katniss. I really think she plays a good role in this story.I also like her because she is brave, outgoing, and a very good person. I think the story has a good a good amount of excitement in it. When I was reading I was on the edge of my seat. In the story I never found anything wrong.I was very excited to read it everyday. I would recommend this to all people that love a good and exciting story and if you love adventure.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RF0K1AJD2KAOG?ASIN=0439023521	Pre-reading for my 11 year old	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I took to reading this book in order to preview it for my 11 year old, who has been asking to read it for his personal reading. I had heard of the premise of the story, and it's violence so I was concerned that it would be too intense for his night time reading. I would say it is a bit too graphic for a young mind to take in before sleep, but probably fine for day reading.<br/>Personally, I enjoyed the book. I believe it is well written and engaging, the characters are developed and the social-political storyline thought provoking. I look forward to reading the next in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3D488V6WNHJQ1?ASIN=0439023521	Another World Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games isn't something I would normally read because of its subject matter: kids killing kids in a race to see who outwits and outlives the others. However, after I picked up the book and began reading I couldn't put it down. The subject matter still is disturbing. I found it mind-boggling how the main character--as well as the other kids--accepted their situation. For me, the worst part was showing the adults actually enjoying such ""entertainment!"" Even with the horror the kids endured, the ""audience approval"" remained their goal. A very well written and startling story.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3M2YPFU48HV1M?ASIN=0439023521	FANTASTIC!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was recommended by a friend so I bought it.  When I was close to the end of it I started getting anxious because I would be 1) without a book and 2) wondering what was in the next book  so I went out and bought the next two.  Couldn't put those down either.  I stayed up until 12:30 last night then woke up at 6:30 this morning to finish the last one.  The ending was fine with me and I thought it finished up the story in a good, complete way.  I was satisfied.  It had me thinking about politics, wars, loyalties, how fortunate I am to be living in the U.S., etc.  Very compelling.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYGM5SJOP5FU0?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games is excellent!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Due to the movie, I had been hearing about the Hunger Games for some time.  Saw the movie and found it to be much more than what I was expecting.  Decided to read the book to get further detail and was glad that I did.  I found it to be a very enjoyable read.  It clarified many points that did not translate as well in the movie.  I don't expect my feeble review to persuade many to give the book a try.  However, if you are a fan of the movie and your trying to decide if it will be worth your time to read the book, definately read the book!  And by the way, great job Suzanne Collins!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RV0H6AY7AYZUY?ASIN=0439023521	Had some reservations on content,but, Loved It!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had my reservations about reading this book despite all the recommendations to do so. When I originally read the plot, I wasn't sure that I wanted to read a book about kids killing other kids. I am so glad that I did in fact read it. I couldn't put it down. It kept me on the edge of my seat. It didn't contain the morbid content that I thought it might. For the most part, any violence was handled tastefully, if you can say that. It's hard not to fall in love with the characters. Suspense readers will not be disappointed, and neither will romantics. Can't wait to see the movie now!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZ9Z4J8PPKL1Y?ASIN=0439023521	I love The Hunger Games! :)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is one of my favorite books.Once you get to page 25 you're already drawn into the book- I really couldn't put the book down! It has an amazing plot,great characters, and it makes you feel like you are actually in the ""Hunger Games"". I'm pretty sure I cried when one of the characters died; she was my second favorite character! Personally I think that the whole series was great, but some people didn't like Mocking Jay... If you aren't sure if you should get the book, you should get it anyways so when the movie comes out you'll understand the plot better. :) :D :) (;</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KDVNJ67QCTFW?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games...wow, I have never had a book that grabed me like this book. I have never had a favorite book, I read books like Harry Potter,the lightning thief, and The sisters grimm, then i read the Hunger Games and I had found my favorite book.....Suzanne Cllins writes like no other author, you will never know what will happen next in the book. The Hunger Games is a book for anyone looking for a book with high action, suspense, lovable characters and a hint of romance. You will be hooked on this book from the first page to the last page of the last book. I LOVE THIS BOOK!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YN2WNYB33UY4?ASIN=0439023521	quite an action packed and suspenseful tale. you will be blown away by the hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have always loved dystopian scifi novels. In the HUNGER GAMES. Katniss a resident of the poor District 12 is chosen to fight on live TV in the hunger games. a contest in which 2 tributes of each of the 12 districts. fight to the death only 1 may survive. The book is action packed suspenseful and quite the drama. Whether you have read other suzanne collins books or have not. you will be struck by the intricate viewings of the effects of war on us kids. The book paints with quite a broad stroke and Panem is quite a horrific place.  Suzanne collins also wrote gregor the overlander.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2C7QE61500RJF?ASIN=0439023521	A timeless piece and definitely a must read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't feel the need to write a massive review on this because it's so highly acclaimed, but I will tell you this much - this book is by no means a waste of time. It's different from every other book in the young adult genre. There's just a light smattering of romance, but the focus is truly on what's more important - survival. Collins writes a fantastic character in Katniss who is like-able and just the right amount of brilliant but still humanly flawed. If you have any doubts about this book, don't. By all means, it is a must read, and could never be considered a waste of time.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPTXMI5VSS3IM?ASIN=0439023521	Good entertainment	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is a novel particularly suited to young readers.  The characters are young people. There is lots of action and there is a love interest.  There is also the element of horror in that people in a situation of near starvation are manipulated into providing entertainment to the population with the expectation of the near certain death of themselves  to try to assuage their hunger.  However examination of the reasons and results of this situation are superficial and cursory.  It is a good read for entertainment but not for a deep insight into a civilation under stress.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMXRUD9ZSRWMN?ASIN=0439023521	More than just a fad	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This entire trilogy was memorable and powerful. I am glad that it received so much attention but I have to say that I feel that the majority of the readers are not getting the weight of the subject matter discussed. Many of my friends love the first book and by the end of the series are no longer happy readers. Personally I feel that the author sticks with her purpose of showing war and violence to be as horrible as they are. If these books were to end in fairytale fashion they would not be nearly as worthy as they are. Read them! They are griping, moving, and truly great stories.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1W0MMZ8AW3E0T?ASIN=0439023521	As good as the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I admit I had never heard of the books before the movie came out, and even then I knew very little of the story. While obviously written for a teen audience (there's absolutely no curing in the book or movie), I still found the book to be very entertaining. The future world that Katniss inhabits is very bleak but well-drawn. I especially like the Katniss character and though that Suzanne Collins did a great job of making a person that other teen girls can identify with when it comes to self-doubts etc., but find that extra in her she didn't know she had. Overall I would recommend.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FWBXZGOFJBRZ?ASIN=0439023521	Completely Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I first saw the preview for the movie and immediately wanted to see it. I didn't even realize it was a book. As soon as I found out it was, I purchased the book knowing I would want to read it before I saw the movie. The book had me hooked within the first few pages. I absolutely could not put it down, and I finished it within a day. I have now read the complete trilogy, and the first book is by far the best. The characters, the setting, the story, everything draws you in. As soon as I finished the first book, I wanted more of the story. I wish there were more books in the series.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13DVUUITFKG7X?ASIN=0439023521	Creative and imaginative without losing the humanity of the characters.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This novel greatly surprised me. Normally the extremely popular novels are catered to the masses and rarely combine a great story with great (or even competant) writing. This book does not fit into that mold, nor many others. With a very detailed and gripping plot, this novel is bound to keep you interested; the humanity and uniqueness of each character will keep you emotionally invested. Suzanne Collins has done what has been unachievable for many of the hugely popular authors before her: write a book that appeals to casual readers and serious readers alike. Well played, Suzanne.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QG9DGM5DV4Y5?ASIN=0439023521	Knows how to tell a story!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie, but I read the book because it's one of two books that Larry Brooks analyzes in ""Story Physics."" Collins may not even be aware of Brooks' story engineering and story physics principles, but she nailed it. She had a great idea and she executed it flawlessly. I thought of how the Romans pacified the people with brutal spectacles in the Coliseum and how The Hunger Games, on a more subtle level, is a commentary on how the wealthy misdirect our attention with red herring issues to maintain their position at the top. We need the focus and the daring of Katniss.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVPABQA5U80J?ASIN=0439023521	Well written and riveting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A well written book which, if read with an open mind and heart, has some important messages and warnings relevant to our times and current situation in the world.  Ms. Collins created a strong heroine who is able to overcome unthinkable horrors through resourcefulness and intelligence.  She did a great job of letting us see into the mind and motivations of a girl who will do whatever it takes to protect those she loves.  She also wove into this fascinating story (and it's sequel novels) a powerful warning against we as a people giving up too much power to government.  Well done!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CK1EWZVKAPIL?ASIN=0439023521	Left me wanting more!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book isn't my usual read. However, it reminded me of books past where the author gave you enough information so that you could visualize yourself as a part of the story. I have to admit that I felt for the characters. This story is sad and intriguing all at once. Love the action. I usually can pick up on where the author's storyline will lead but The Hunger Games eluded me. I just hated that I was left hanging at the end. I guess I have to purchase the next story. I have heard it is as equally good. If you are looking for something different, this story should fit the bill.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3P5VGLT8UH6IH?ASIN=0439023521	Pretty Much what I expected	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this when the hype was at is biggest, right before the movie came out. I knew the basic plot: kids get put into an arena to fight to the death, and found the story predictable past that point. While it did not end the way I expected (the second book did however), there were not any big surprises. That said, the book was very well written and I connected to the characters immediately. I came for the plot, and I stayed for the characterization.<br/><br/>It's a good, fast read and definitely worth it. I actually liked the sequels better, which most people don't agree with.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IVUJFKFB87Y1?ASIN=0439023521	Crave the Hunger	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you're hungry to be rocked to your core, flooded with intense situations, scarcity, want, and love, then The Hunger Games will satisfy your craving. Collins immerses the reader from page one into a world as guarded as Katniss' heart. She's survivor-minded, greedy with her love, caring only about her sister who she is willing to die for. When Katniss enters the games, it's nail bitingly intense. Inside the war of her life, she becomes aware that survival isn't the only valuable thing in the world. She finds that Peeta has an ability to pierce not only her guard, but her heart.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LJR2U0N3AOTV?ASIN=0439023521	didn't like the movie- loved the books	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The plot is very fast-paced and an easy read. Once you pick it up everything continues to flow nicely together and easily time passes by before you know it is even done. How can it not flow so quick when the protagonist spends more than half the book in a life or death situations?<br/><br/>The book is much better than the movie, so if you are looking for the book since you saw the movie, prepare for it to be so much better.<br/><br/>one side note- after seeing battle royale, it kinds of seemed a bit like a knock-off- still a good book- just not coming off as so origional now</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6FM7GLH49F4V?ASIN=0439023521	Surprisingly good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't typically read this type of book, but, after hearing about it every time I turned around (and seeing the video of Katniss spearing the apple), I decided to buy the first book and give it a try. Other than a slew of excessive, unnecessary dialogue tags slowing the pace, the prose was smooth, and the story held my interest. I'd love to tell you more, but this is one book for which you don't want any spoilers.<br/><br/>If you decide to try The Hunger Games, be ready for a bittersweet ending. And be ready to buy books 2 and 3. When book 1 ends, you'll want to keep reading.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R87SGYFINLST4?ASIN=0439023521	Am I Too Old To Want To Be Just Like Katniss When I Grow Up?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am a sucker for a strong female protagonist. Enter Katniss and already Suzanne Collins has scored a home run. You don't just end up rooting for Kat, but become so emotionally invested that you want to climb into the pages and protect her on one hand, while on the other you know she needs no protecting. I devoured this book feverishly, my lower lip gnawed to bits as the sun rose and fell, and still I kept reading. Yes, this book is that good, in all its dystopian darkness. So, I ask again, am I too old at the age of 34 to want to be just like Katniss when I grow up? Hell no...</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OE5IPY14KVF3?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games kindle edition	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">At first, I was not sure that I would like this book, but I wanted to see what the hype was all about.  I definitely wanted to read the book before I saw the movie.  When I first started reading it, it sounded strange like some science fiction thing.  The book quickly developed the scene and characters, so it made more sense.  Once, I started reading, I could not put it down.  Some descriptions were a little graphic, but overall I was not overly sensitive to the material.  I am speaking as someone who cannot read material about abused children.  I would definitely recommend it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3W2SDQO06W3OK?ASIN=0439023521	OUTSTANDING,INCREDIBLE & FANTASTIC!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger Gamesis an outstanding book!I loved every second of it and the book always had me on the edge of my seat,with the twists and turns.If you like death-defeying  adventures Hunger Games is definately for you.But,if you do not like death-defeying adventures,but you love romance this book is also for you. Even if you do not like any of these things,Hunger Games is an amazing book and it is totally worth spending some money. So…what are you wating for?!?Stop reading these reviews and go buy the Hunger Games!!!Trust me this book is totally…OUTSTANDING,INCREDIBLE &amp; FANTASTIC!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MO0N9US3OT9F?ASIN=0439023521	I would give it 6 stars if I could!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is an absolute must-read! Unlike the Twilight series that combined lackluster writing with unbelievalby unflawed characters, Hunger Games presents relatable characters and a fast-paced plot that kept me on the edge of my seat. I read cover to cover in four hours, and then I stayed up all night long replaying the book in my head. It is best to purchase all three books at once, so you can continue reading without having to wait in between. The story will hook you, touch you, and haunt you for days afterward.<br/><br/>-Jamie Dickerman, author of <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Blackout/dp/1475181159"">Blackout</a></span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2L5R25DOJTDHP?ASIN=0439023521	Is this a horrifying look at the future?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book because my child was going to read it.<br/><br/>Is this the Soviet Union? Could it be the future of my own country?<br/><br/>While this a great story - it is disturbing statement about the potential for man to do evil.<br/><br/>It makes you think quite a bit about what you as a person are capable of.<br/><br/>Sort of like Lord of the Flies in the future.<br/><br/>The girl Katniss is not that deep a person, bless her heart, she is just a child.<br/><br/>The beauty of this book is it makes you think about the nature of yourself and your fellow humans.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GSCY95OEM75S?ASIN=0439023521	Wow!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is an amazing book. The fact that close to 300 people have reviewed it should tell you something.<br/><br/>I am not a YA, but I love the genre. This was gritty, moving, emotional. I cried and laughed at parts. To all Mom's out there -please buy this book and read it.Then give to your daughter. You will love it. What an amazing blend of romance, fantasy and horror.<br/><br/>The heroine Katniss, embodies girl power!<br/>One of the best book I have read in a very long time.<br/>Thankfully sequel will be out<a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Catching-Fire-The-Second-Book-of-the-Hunger-Games/dp/0439023491"">Catching Fire (The Second Book of the Hunger Games)</a>in September.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SBXLG5K3XD83?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Believe all the rave reviews!  This book is THAT good.  Do not be put off that this is supposedly in the so-called ""young adult"" category, it is a fantastic, cannot put it down, thrill-ride read.  No need to discuss the plot here, other reviewers before me have done a fine job of that.  I read it in a couple of days and immediately gave it to my twenty-something daughter, with the instruction ""you must read this now!""  She did and she loved it as well. I definitely see this being made into a movie.  I am waiting eagerly for Ms. Collins' next book.  Hope the wait isn't too long.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PGZ2EEVHVO1S?ASIN=0439023521	The story is perfect	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger Games is a perfect story. It's set in a world where lots of exciting and scary things are happening. It seems more intense than our world, so you take the story more seriously. Right away, Katniss sacrifices herself for her sister and that makes you love her. She gets made over into a game show contestant, and you are still rooting for her to win. She and Peeta are in a terrible situation. That puts you on pins and needles to say the least! Then the end of book one is perfect. Leaves you desperate for book two. This book is unlike any others I have read, even distopian.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6X4C80PQO1QO?ASIN=0439023521	As good as everyone says it is	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie first and was very impressed. The book was better as usual, but they did a great job staying with the story and the cast. Anyway this is a unique story of survival, showing humanity at its worst when people are suffering through a harsh dictatorship by the capital. Starving, Katniss is forced to break the rules by hunting for her mother and young sister. She makes the ultimate sacrifice by volunteering in her young sisters place to participate in the hunger games, where 24 adolescents fight to the death. This is a great read, you would not regret this purchase.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RG48IV7FPLEIN?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have read all three books in this series and thoroughly enjoyed each of them. Some of the reviews I read before purchasing said that the second book was dry and slow and not nearly as good as the other two. Well, perhaps .... marginally.<br/><br/>I haven't seen the movie but - usually - a good book is always much better than the movie even if the movie tries to follow the book as much as possible.<br/><br/>I can and do recommend this book and its two follow-up books to anyone who likes a good, fast-moving story. (All you have to do is accept the premise and dig into it.)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IF7OXZSO84X?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing.... SICK.. but Amazing still	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book as a recommendation by a friend who knows I loved the Harry Potter Series as well as the Twilight Saga. As much as I can honestly say the books are NOTHING alike, it was a riveting story. I enjoyed the character development, and they continue to develop over the next two books in the series (I LOVE PEETA). I highly recommend this book to anyone who loves a good story, however warn that this book along with it's sequals, are very disturbing at points. Like the title of my review states, it's amazing but SICK. I don't know how Suzanne Collins came up with this!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3M4R8I7I6MG3L?ASIN=0439023521	"""great book"""	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i remember reading this book in 10 grade, at first i choose it because of the cover, however when i star reading i star getting into. this book is abouth a cpitol is choosing childrens. and this girl is has the bad look, because now she has to play or fight basically for his life. however during the book we see how she gets in love with this dude, who also was choose. and thats how the history star. i think this is one of the best book i have read so far. i really like it. i havent see the movie yet, so hopefully i will go to see it some day. :)( extra points ms. G, THAN YOU)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3I5TI4JJX33MB?ASIN=0439023521	This is my favorite book of all time.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is one of the best books I have ever read. It very well describes the ""Games"" and it is definitely a page turner. I just couldn't put it down. I loved the braveness of Katniss the main character, and Peeta and their star crossed relationship, I love the action and adventure in the actual games, and overall, I just love this book so much. The movie was also really good, but you should definitely read the book first. After you have read this book, you should also read the 2nd and 3rd books, Catching Fire and Mockingjay. You will not regret reading this fantastic book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3R3EB9W96AG38?ASIN=0439023521	One of the Best!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Mesmerizing, couldn't put the book down. I was enthralled by the whole series. I wish the story didn't end on the 3rd book. The combination of old and future  was a terrific and clever idea by the author. By the way, I'm a senior citizen and a male, not a young, female reader, so we can surmise that the story has the kind of universal appeal that makes a true best seller. I can't wait for the movie to come out to see how close it gets to the storyline; not that a movie can convey what words can. I don't think that ""a picture is worth a thousand words"" is true all of the time.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4VKDJEZHJ9ZN?ASIN=0439023521	I couldn't put this book down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I picked up The Hunger Games and didn't put it down (except to eat) for two days. I was so into the characters that when the book ended, I was actually upset. That doesn't happen to me all the time. I got this book because it was suggested by Stephen King and if it's good enough for Uncle Stevie, it's good enough for me. I told my mom about it and she got it from the library and she couldn't put it down either. She wouldn't even talk to me on the phone when she was reading it. For two days she wouldn't pick up the phone! So if you want to get lost in a book, pick up this one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ND2KI504SY1W?ASIN=0439023521	THE AMAZING HUNGER GAMES	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Katniss Everdeen begins her morning hunting with her best friend, Gale. They live in the horrible district 12, where you can ""die safely from hunger"". She goes to the reaping and Prim, her little sister gets called to be a tribute. Katniss volnteered as tribute and risked her life in battleing in the hunger games.<br/><br/>  The hunger games is a book about survivle and romance, a beautiful work of art. The amazing suanne collins is the most terrific writer of this generation. We love you suzanne!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RO27E48JDAN6K?ASIN=0439023521	One of the BEST books I've read in a LONG TIME	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Believe me when I say that I read A LOT of books and this book is one of the best contempirary novels I've read in a long time. Suzanne Collin's writing is similar to JK Rowling in that it gets you right into the story. At first when I read the summary I grugingly thought ""Hasn't this type of post apocalyptic story been overdone?"" but still I went ahead and bought the book. I'm so glad I gave the book a chance and I am not dissapointed. MOST PORTANTLY: THE DIALOGUE IS GENUINE. I can definitely hear people speaking and interacting in the way she has written her story. Try it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RR4BHOUB4DA?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't Put It Down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My 13 y/o son read this book in 2 1/2 days and loved it.  He kept telling me about it, so I read it when he was done.  I read it from cover to cover in 2 days. The book is filled with drama and really does have a plot that is life or death.  It's also about deciding what you would do in a certain situation - situations where the ""lesser of two evils"" is the only choice to make.  I really liked Katniss.  She has had a tough life and has made the best of it. She is tough; a real survivor.<br/><br/>I think this book is perfect for ages 12 and up.  It's a bit gory in places.....</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1P7YTJRVO2H29?ASIN=0439023521	best book ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is my all-time favorite book. No book I have read or will ever read can compare to this book. Suzanne Collins is such and amazing author! The whole time I felt like I was Katniss, I could feel all the pain and emotion she went through. I didnt get bored at one point in this book because you keep wanting to find out more, or what happens next. It is so intense, gruesome, emotional, and super amazing! I recommend this book to people maybe 10 and up because so many of my friends and I read it when we were around 10 or 11. This is the best book ever!!!!!!!!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJZA4A6GGNN56?ASIN=0439023521	You must read it before you watch it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The story is so great that I read the book in two days! Once you start, you can't stop! I would highly recommend it for readers who enjoy a good intrigue, with enough action and a little romance on the side. I was afraid the romance would take too much place in the plot and was relieved to see that it didn't. I'm a 19 years old girl, but would also recommend it to boys, but not kids less than 13 years old, because of the subject. Adults of any age will find something they like in the book, from Katniss' character to the complexity of the Capitol's control over the district.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1N9JDB5HTTOU5?ASIN=0439023521	Unbelievable Dystopia	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is an engaging young adult novel. The plot is fast-paced and the author dives right into the main conflict. The characters are a bit thin at times. This dystopian novel kept me reading, but the story-line would be even better if it were written for adult readers. Not too much is given away on how Panem became the new capitol, but the book does raise interesting themes of how media influences our lives and actions.<br/><br/>Katniss is a great first-person narrator, but other aspects of this dystopian world could have been developed into much richer thematic material.<br/><br/>[...]</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TGQT7QY4267D?ASIN=0439023521	I get what all the hype is!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Okay, now I get what all the hype is about.<br/><br/>I should have read this a long time ago, but now that I finally had the time. How is the book? Fantastic! I read it in one day, in one sitting over 3-4 hours. I only stopped because my wife forced me to eat dinner.<br/><br/>The book starts off where it should in the middle of the action and never lets up. I can't wait to read the next two in the series. I won't go into spoilers here, there are plenty of books out there with plot reviews, suffice it to say, I hope to read everything this author creates if all her books are this good.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VWP39SIBY8IX?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was hooked after the first chapter. I loved the main character Katniss and her strength of character. As I read the book I could picture the movie playing out in my head. Even though this was a little more fantasy than I normally like the human story was real and interesting. I would put a definate PG-13 on it for the violence.<br/>  I didn't know that this story wouldn't wrap up in the end so I was left hanging wanting more. Suzanne Collins when is the next one coming out. I can't wait!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DP06N81KY9O1?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Would have never read it had it not been for my daughter's insistence.  She asked me to watch the movie first because her friend had a small part in the movie.  After seeing the movie I knew I had to read the book.  It's rare that I read a book without putting it down for long periods of time.  It's even more rare that I take the time to write a review on the book.  The story is very compelling and keeps you turning the pages. I find interesting how the author weaves a tale that reflects cautions of our own society and the blurring of reality.  Highly recommend this book</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KECZ2K4MC13I?ASIN=0439023521	It was amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was amazing, I can't wait to read the rest. I actually saw the movie awhile ago and really wanted to read the book. The movie was stunning I loved every part of it but the book was even better. I loved that I could picture every part of it and I couldn't put the book down.  Every free second I had I was reading the book unable to put it down.  I'm really looking forward to reading all others, especially before I see any other movies, which I wish would come out soon with the second one.  To Suzanne Collins you are an amazing writing an  I loved it! Thank you!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12DGFF5X4AEFM?ASIN=0439023521	the hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The hunger games is a great shock filled novel about a girl named katniss everdeen. She lives in the contry of panem. Every year the anual hunger games are held to remind the contry of district 13 which the capitol destroyed. Katniss is pulled to go fight the death in the arena. Along the way she meets friends and enimies and gets almost killed quie a few times and it kept me on the edge of my seat. I enjoyed it a lot. I recomend it to anyone who can handle a little blood and to people who have free time because its hard to put down. So to sum it up its pretty darn good.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2I97AVTAXQFEE?ASIN=0439023521	Speechless	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Coming from someone who has never gotten into reading and has a hard time focusing and processing literature, this book caught me from the first page. The vivid detail and edgy wording kept me in a trance as if I could actually see everything that was happening around me. I caught myself turning the pages before I had even finished reading them because I wanted to see what was coming next! It has been over six years since I have read a book cover to cover, let alone in such a short period of time. I can not wait to finish the next two and I look forward to reading them!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R137VCHI60QLFM?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games Reviews	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was outstanding it was very addicting, as soon as you picked it up you could not put it down there was so much suspense and action. When you read a part that had violence in it you had a very detailed mental desription, and it felt like you were actually there. If I had to recommend this book I would i would want everyone read this book. You can also see the movie but the book is way better then movie they cut out parts so if you had to I would see the movie first before the book if you read the book then see the movie, the whole movie would be ruined for you.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R555U6359PKHG?ASIN=0439023521	So good I finished it in a plane ride and a day!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was great!  I found it by google searching what to read after Harry Potter and Twilight and someone had recommended it.  I was very impressed.  Although a completely different plot and cast of characters than HP or Twilight, it had a similar energy and read to it as those series.  I couldn't put it down.  It did the same thing that those books did to me where I couldn't go to sleep, I had to keep on reading to find out more.  Great character development and creative plot will keep you interested while the suspense of the story will keep you flipping the pages.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4VTNTV22YAPA?ASIN=0439023521	Intense!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I read this book it really grabbed my attention. When ever the action came I just couldn't put this book down! What I didn't like about the book is that the ending I didn't get the part when she was like I had to let go. Like what let go of, his hand or your love? But everything but that was amazing!! Like when ever Katniss was lifting Peetas pant leg because, Ceaser Flickermen told her that he got a new leg, in l was like what is going to happen! It got so intense for a lot of parts. But I  can't  wait to read Catching Fire! Suzanne Collins is an amazing writer!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TIAAA9FK6VKI?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Katnis`s little sister is prim and prim was picked for the games ,but Katnis volunteered and they left and practiced for the fight . When the fight started she went straight to the woods instead of the bow . She killed people with a tracker jacker nest. She did this because a girl named Rue got her attention and told her to . She later teamed up with Rue and blew up all of the packs food. Katnis was later reunited with peeta ,and they began working together ,with Katnis leaving to get food and staying in the cave,and with that they won. The ended up loving each other.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3ECKFVFTM5YQX?ASIN=0439023521	Great series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">You definitely have to read the whole series.  The ending makes you long for the next book.  I think the books are well written with a lot of description.  You can really picture being there.  I have heard a lot of youngsters reading these.  I think in a way they would be good, as long as the parent also reads to discuss with your child.  I could picture some of my young family members reading this, but not others.  It has a lot of violence in it, which could be difficult for some children to deal with.  I personally would only let my teens read this, not any younger.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18FR0PE0Y1SYO?ASIN=0439023521	1,000 better than the movie!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Ok, so i loved the movie and though the book could not possibly be any better! Boy was i wrong!!!<br/><br/>Te book gives so much more detail into the story! The character have so much more depth! Like<br/>Peeta for example, in the movie they depict him as just a weak kid who's cute but he's so much<br/>more than that! Smart and kind!<br/>I recommend this book to anyone, once i started reading it i was not able to put it down...<br/>I also think it leaves the reader with a healthy dose of questions, things that i hope will be answered<br/>in the following books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSNLG4463O4Y2?ASIN=0439023521	loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was told about this book and wanted to read it....I borrowed this first one at first from a friend in hard back she had all three since it is a old trilogy just coming back around......I liked it but not holding book so I got it on kindle....then I borrowed the other two cause it took me only 2 days to read each book....watched this movie and loved it they did it so well to the book which is different because usually they leave out so many important details in the movie and i cant wait to see the other movies...if you seen this movie and not read the books please do</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31T0G1XM5VFUQ?ASIN=0439023521	Lives Up To The Hype	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Like many, I read this book because of the uprising in Hunger games fandom. I wanted to check it out before the movie was released and I'm so glad I did. It definitely was worth the read.<br/><br/>You're heart is constantly torn by the fact that teenagers are training as killers. Even more so that the rich Capitol population not only accepts this reality-show ""game,"" but also enjoys watching each and every death as they unfold. Such a sick concept of government corruption, surrounded by the story of the unknowing heroine Katniss and her friendships, love and family.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RN90STPHEGJTO?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great book.  The characters are well developed and the story line is absolutely riveting.  I could not put this book down.  I have  busy schedule and only get a little bit of time here and then to read.  This book had me longing to get another chapter in as soon as possible.<br/>The author does a great job at capturing the ""human"" side of the characters as they are forced into a very inhumane world.<br/>I am not a writer (as you can probably tell) but this book was truly entertaining and thought provoking.  I give it my highest recommendation to all of my friends.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RAOWAIK5C6W1?ASIN=0439023521	One of the Best Books I Have Ever Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Never in my whole reading career has a book taken me beyond watching the characters do what they do, and actully make me feel like a part of the stoy itself.  This trilogy takes you from reader to tribute within a couple of chapters.<br/>I have never met anyone who has not liked this book, and if you're in for the reading expirience of your life, then pick up ""The Hunger Games""  I can almost garrentee that you will love it.  Unless you're a fantasy hater who also hates action stories, you NEED to read the most amazing book known to man.<br/><br/>~ Fantasy Lovers Unite!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8Y3LF77J795U?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing story about survival	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing story about survival. From the beginning to the ending you learn that Katniss has only one thing on her mind. She had learned from a young age how to maintain her family to the best of her ability. So strong on her surviving that she misses key elements in her relationships with others. Taking on the role of protector she volunteers as tribute in place of her sister prim in the 74th Hunger games. Her world as she knew it unravels and she discovers things about herself and others from her district that she had never paid attention to. I do recommend this book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CRDXEDTENSM0?ASIN=0439023521	Finished.....again!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I put this on my 10 year old daughter's kindle because her class was reading it at school, so she could follow along and recap at home. I made the fatal mistake of ready the first few pages and didn't put it down until I finished! It's my third time reading it and it's magical every single time. This book is great for preteen to adult. Some people say it's too dramatic and graphic for younger children, but they're reading it in my daughter's fourth grade class and it's less gruesome than the graphic images they're left with from the movie. Catching Fire here we come!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MXMCIEHUX44N?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for More	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I found this book to be a very enjoying and captivating read. The first person writing style was different and refreshing. It broke down a wall between the main character and the reader, allowing the reader to delve inside the character's head creating a completely different experience to other works of fiction. It made the characters seem more real and allowed the reader to connect with all characters, as if one were actually witnessing the hunger games. I encourage everyone to read this book, and I am already diving into the sequel with high hopes and expectations.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PEQEMJO86O10?ASIN=0439023521	gripping!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book because it was on the book club list for Elvis Duran and Morning Show and I asked a friend how the book was and she loved the whole series.  We have similar taste in books so i decided to get the sample for my kindle.  as soon as i finished the sample i downloaded the book because i was hooked.  this book kept me going until the end, it was so suspenseful and easy to follow.  I have also read the second book and am looking forward to the third.  i def recommend this book to people of all ages (it's not inappropriate at all for the younger teenagers).</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16LEYNTN6KZU1?ASIN=0439023521	Heros and love in one book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So i can not believe i never reviewd this and i read it 3 times since i got it 2 years ago. It was a great story, i know the movie is out and that that was good but the book is better, it always is. Katness shows that anyone can be a hero even if they are not trying to be one. it shows love in many ways as a community, as a family as a freindship and as a person. Thne fact that children must kill each other for sport is just the part of the story to keep you reading, which is sick but true. The story behide that is what makes these book so good and gripping to read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26ONZS4V4KC59?ASIN=0439023521	Shocking that this is a YA book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this novel. I thought Collins is a great story-teller. I picked up the book after watching the movie, and I wasn't disappointed by either. I was shocked that there has been online turmoil about the selection of the characters for the movie. Collins created great characters that were easy to envision.<br/><br/>The only problem I have with this book is that it is geared towards young readers. I thought that the ideas and descriptions of death were too mature for children. Collins took out sex and curse-words, but the violence may give young minds nightmares.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2S7PSCQ3VZNIL?ASIN=0439023521	Suspenseful and Exciting!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Reviewed by my teen-age daughter:<br/><br/>This was the best book I've ever read! I cried in some parts, and laughed in others! I love how you can be crying then you can laugh right after! This book, for me, was better than all of the Twilight and Harry Potter books, and that's something if you're comparing it to those books. I could literally read this book a million times and still be completely into it. This book never bores you. From the first page on I couldn't put it down. I was intrigued from the very beginning. I can't wait until I finish the second book!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYFPI00LRQXNK?ASIN=0439023521	"""Battle royale"" but with a rating for the adolescence."	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked it, quite possible because I've heard it's the ""next Twilight"" and comments about how it doesn't live up to the hype so my expectations was low.  Plus I didn't have a clue what it was about.<br/><br/>It was basically a poor version of the film ""Battle royale"" amongst strangers for a PG13 setting instead of R rating.  Had I know that and bought into the hype - I would most likely not have liked it.  I found the writing was simplistic and it was predicable.<br/><br/>However, I was gripped enough to read it in 2 days to read it and I was entertained.  I will read the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R263MPZH100FUP?ASIN=0439023521	A bold and fresh read.  Loved it.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is NOT just a book for young readers.  It is political, and moral.  I have read it and the series several times and have never been bored.  I would love to see a series on the back story, the history of this socio-political  system.  I have all the books and all the movies so far.  The story is intriguing and fresh.  It is a more honest attempt at showing the young and old how the real world is instead of the fairy tale constructs that they think it is.  The world is blood and death and a person has to decide when and where they will take a stand against evil.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1AINGSLRTBLBT?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I first heard about this book I thought I would hate it. Children fighting to the death, no thank you. Then my daughter brought home the movie and I saw the depth of plot and character and realized how much more there was to the story. She told me if I liked the movie I would love the book and she was right. Even knowing the ending the book was still a gripping read and it's wonderful to get inside the main character's head. I was hooked on the first page and stayed engaged until the last.  Now I'm off to read the next book as fast as I can get my hands on it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YNGHU467C01M?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic Read, could not put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Simply one of the finest novels to target a generation in a long time! It was flawless in excitement and adventure, Stirred up so many emotions whilst reading this engaging and thrilling story of Katniss Everdeen and how she must challenge her feelings and morals throughout this book. This book seemed to turn the pages itself as I burned through them in less than two days. Definitely a must buy and I'd also suggest buying the other three books (Cathing Fire and Mockingjay ) to complete such a brilliant triology by a truely fantastic author in Suzanne Collins. 10/10</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JD03CXVIRJRT?ASIN=0439023521	Left me Hungry for More!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I tried to read the book before seeing the movie, but only got 1/2 way through.  It was enough which I'm sure it made watching the movie that much better.  Even if you saw the movie first, I would recommend reading the book till the end.  They did a great job keeping as close to the book as possible but there were some differences that I am glad I didn't miss out by not reading the book.  Read and enjoy!  I picked up the next book ""Catching Fire"" the same day I finished this one.  This book definately covers, adventure, fantasy, romance, and science fiction.  Enjoy</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38IHC49G82OY?ASIN=0439023521	An exciting read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm not a young adult, but I read this book on the recommendation of a couple of my friends.<br/><br/>It's an incredibly engaging book, in that I had to force myself to put it down to go do other things with my life. Luckily it doesn't take that long to read, so I only had to walk away from it a few times.<br/><br/>As others have said, it is a bit brutal. Not gory, but there are certainly parts that make you cringe.<br/><br/>I don't want to give away too much of the book, but I liked it enough that I wanted to put up a good review. Take a few days and read it! You won't be sorry.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2S4TUN1KSCU5R?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger For More Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read about The Hunger Games in Times Magazine.  Bought book the next day.  Let's say, I'm middle-aged so a book geared more toward young teenagers gave me some reservations.  They quickly were put to rest.  This is great story, lots of fun, new spin on getting back at the man, plus a very likeable character in Katniss.  My Father is an author, with a book on Amazon, so I gave it to him afterwards.  He throughly enjoyed the concept and character development.  High praise indeed! I've already started Catching Fire.  I see movie written all over The Hunger Games.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R232UUNG1HT8V5?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Have read all three and they are all great!!  Can't wait for the last movie!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LVVAIPL7CKN6?ASIN=0439023521	Intensely amazing read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I hadn't heard of the hunger games trilogy until the movie came out. Having no clue as to what the movie was about I watched it with a friend who also hadn't read the book but was interested with the previews. I fell in love with the movie and plot, so I decided reading the book was a must! I loved it! So well written, an amazing plot, such an interesting concept. I could hardly put the book down and the intensity had me so caught up in the plot I was even having dreams about this book! I would definitely recommend this book as another series too add to your list!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMCV4XW8D3U9C?ASIN=0439023521	District 12	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">In the county Panem lives Katniss Everdeen a young, strong girl from District 12. She would do anything for her sister including volunteering for her to be Tribute for the annual hunger games. The hunger games is annual event where two tributes from each District are selected to fight, in an arena, to the death while being televised. The Capitol holds the hunger games to show the people in the Districts who is in power. Does Katniss Everdeen have a chance at winning? Will she be remembered? Can she keep her promise to Primrose, that is trying to win and come home?</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNL3QQNHFA8V?ASIN=0439023521	Good read for any age with imagination	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am a 64 yr old male and read all 3 books. Thoroughly enjoyed all of them. Usually the first is the best and they digress from there. I have to say I couldn't wait to start on the next one as soon as I finished each one. Suzanne is a colorful writer, I am considering reading the Gregor the Overlander series. My daughter and I went to see the Hunger Games movie and we both thought it was very true to the book. We can't wait for the second and third movies. Hopefully, they will keep the same actors throughout. Personally, I thought they fit the characters to a tee.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3P2XCWUN1RVSP?ASIN=0439023521	Unbelievable!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">In listening to a friend describe this book, I was taken aback by the intensity and impied violence of the theme and considered the book inappropriate for my 12 year old daughter.  After reading it - boy was I wrong!  What a wonderfully written book!  How did Suzanne Collins tackle the absurdities of our world and disguise them in the fictitious futuristic (or is it) world of Panem?  An unbelievable book in the questions that it raises and the discussions to follow for young and old minds alike to consider.  A must read and a must discussion for all to have!  Wow!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JEMGFMMYZCZF?ASIN=0439023521	A Wonderful Book :)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is NOT a 5 star book. It is a 50 star book. I am a fifth grade student who is gifted in many subjects inclding Language Arts and I found it quite interesting. I have also read the second book in the trilogy which is titled Catching Fire. Rumor has it that the final book in the trilogy will be titled The Victors. I also hear a movie will be coming out in 2011. Some other books that you may enjoy are Harry Potters one -seven, House of the scorpian, any book by Rick Riordan and Lemony Snicket, and The name of this book is secret and the others in its series</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNCV8OI5QLST8?ASIN=0439023521	Engrossing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I rarely give a book review, but I have to say that ""The Hunger Games"" kept me turning pages well past time to go to sleep. I am not a young adult, pretty far from it, a grandma, actually. But I enjoyed this book thoroughly. I am anxiously waiting for the sequel to come out.<br/>I would caution parents to read this book before they let their child read it. That way the parent can judge for him/herself if the material is appropriate for their particular child. I think though, that most 14 year olds and up would handle it fine.<br/>Good book, good read. I give it 5 stars.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1W6851BVTHPTF?ASIN=0439023521	Page turner Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is an exciting book, as most people know, and the movie will be out soon. I have to say some of the images are haunting and I'm not sure it's the best read for kids, tho I get that they love it. The female heroine is great. But the stories are pretty far fetched with little humor anywhere. Not my favorite, but I realize I'm in the minority. I'm nearly done with the 2nd book in the series and feel the same way about it. The strongest message in the book seems to be ""whatever CAN possibly go wrong, WILL go wrong."" If that's your style, go for The Hunger Games.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3I6ABZ512AUMW?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read all the review before I got this and saw both positive and negative, but I am the type to see for myself.  I heard the plot was disturbing, and it was slightly if you really think about it, but in the context of the story, it didn't get to me at all.  The writing style of the author is great and every chapter leaves you in a cliffhanger that you do not want to put the book down.  If you don't like the idea of kids killing each other, which I hope most don't, don't think that it will make you hate the book.  We know it is fiction, and this is a great story.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LPHJKAGGRITP?ASIN=0439023521	Best Series Ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This series is by far my favorite of any YA novels I've read, and I've read a lot. And although it's considered YA any age will enjoy this action packed, romance filled, amazing debut novel! Buy all these books at once because once you start you won't be able to stop; I read all three in one day! This one is my favorite of the series because of all the interaction between Peeta and Katniss. I promise you won't regret buying these books. This is what YA writers should aspire to create.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CWMOSNXLCID?ASIN=0439023521	the hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The the writing in this book flows nicely. The transitions are well done in my opinion and well set up so that when situations come up the reader may make conclusions without an abundance of quandary.<br/><br/>Unfortunately I saw the movie first and therefore am not able to really judge some of the descriptiveness because I had a visual point of reference from the movie.<br/><br/>This is not the kind of book I would normally read but it held my attention and I felt  well connected to the primary character. I would be happy to read more of this writer's books</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ORTLFDTJK86K?ASIN=0439023521	Entertaining Page-Turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had never heard of this book until the movie came out amidst fanfare and hype. I thought it was for kids until several of my professional friends revealed they had read and enjoyed it. So, bowing to a peer pressure of sorts, I started reading and was captivated by the storyline in this futuristic fantasy /social commentary. I read straight through - as my friends warned me I would want to do - and found it a quick, enjoyable read. My only problem is that the book ends in a sort of cliffhanger but I'm not that captivated that I want to read books two and three.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IDKTAS4EIJ2Z?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games Satisfies	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games movie affected me in a way I would not have completely predicted. It is, of course, a cautionary tale of a dystopian future that we should all wish to avoid. That said, I was moved to order the book for my Kindle to see how closely the movie followed the book. Quite closely, it turns out. Later, I ordered books 2 and 3.  While the second and third books are not quite as compelling as the first book, they are page turners and well worth reading. I believe I heard that movies of books 2 and 3 are in the making. I am looking forward to seeing them.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13VGZ2O24X97U?ASIN=0439023521	Hard to put down (figuratively)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'll admit, right at the start, that this book is not for everyone - hence the lower reviews.  I'm enjoying it, however.  While it is hard to like Katniss, there is something about her story that I find compelling.  I am currently in the middle of reading the first book, and am interested in how everything pans out.  Yes I know how it ends as I looked it up on Wikipedia and I go nuts for spoilers, but (as I said) I'm enjoying the read and finding out how the story goes from point A to point Z.<br/><br/>It's not as dull as some other books I've read in my time.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RB7M70STYC695?ASIN=0439023521	It Was Good...Just Not Great...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games was actually quite good.Though the story managed brutal violence and sad  deaths which I was not so in to.However, it turned out okay.But I still did not like teens killing teens for food (the way I see it even though its all on the Capitol)! The Hunger Games still could of did better in my opinion but others seemed quite interested which made me confused.So... I don't know how the movie is PG 13 but I haven't seen it so.... it was a 3 star for me because overall, the story I guess was somehow great. Not my favorite though but ...great effort :/</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHDV5UPG49LU2?ASIN=0439023521	READ IT!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">awesome book, the 1st book is still my fav. in the trilogy. Katniss is a wonderful character and the world she lives in, although set in a different time, is so easy to understand and connect to. This book may sound far fetched but it is written in such a way that you can relate to it. Katniss is great as she can be so hard, but you know that underneath it she is a good person. Absolutely gripping, I read this book because someone on one of these suggested it, I am still trying to find something that tops it! Definitely my all time favorite book, no competition.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJCYOL1JBLJF1?ASIN=0439023521	Very good book for all ages	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When amazon originally recommended this book to me i thought it looked lame..., but then on christmas my sister bought it for saying that she heard it was way better than twilight, honestly anything is better than twilight, but i could not just leave it so i started to read it and i fell in love with this book. I could feel eveything that the young heroine was feeling happiness, sadness, hopelessness. If you love romance and advanture i would recommend this book i have already told all my friends and the immediately went and bought it. I LOVE THIS BOOK!!!!!!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RESDNGVT2FQKO?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent Teen Dystopia!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I finally gave in and decided to find out what all the commotion was over The Hunger Games series of teen dystopia.  I was pleasantly surprised and thoroughly enjoyed this fast-paced novel.  No, it's not going to win a Pulitzer, but it isn't intended to....and not every book has to be a literary masterpiece.  Take this book for what it is:  an attention-gripping dystopic novel for teens that combines sympathetic characters and a lightening-fast plot.<br/><br/>I thought it was fabulous!  And hopefully, it will introduce the wonderful world of dystopia to new readers!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROZ3DEC7F2B4H?ASIN=0439023521	Longer please	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book!  The characters are well thought out and relatable.  I only wish that she would have spread this first book out a little more.  It could have been longer.  I found myself constantly wanting more detail and more insight into the characters. Maybe she only had a certain number of pages or something, or maybe she was trying to keep it in line with something that would keep a teen reader's attention.  I still wish it were longer!<br/><br/>Nonetheless, it was a fantastic read, and I'm so very anxious to read more!  I can't wait for the next book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZT4L7PEF3VG8?ASIN=0439023521	Not a Harry Potter kind of book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What I mean by that title is that this book and it's two sister books contain subject matter that's a bit more mature than what you might find in other YA books like Harry Potter or Percy Jackson. Really, I wouldn't suggest these books, especially the last one, to anyone under the age of 18. That might seem a bit conservative of me but for crying out loud, the author periodically maims and kills characters that are 12 and 14 years old, in what is sometimes irritating detail. Overall, I liked this first book and its ending, much more so than the two that follow.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SWZJ1B5GNTDO?ASIN=0439023521	The book that made me enjoy reading, again!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well it's been years since I've picked up a book, but I enjoyed it as much as I ever. I have to thank my lovely fiance for always reading and making me curious again. The book was perfect for me, being I wasn't reading or didn't care to read before it. My only complaint is that I seen the movie before I read the book, which predetermined how everything looks in the book. That's one of the best parts about reading, you get to imagine everything the author is righting about. Well I'm going to finish the series and then look up some more books by Suzanne Collins.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1467AA2GOBP10?ASIN=0439023521	Interesting but not too immersive	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed the storyline overall. The action was nicely described, the small love story was interesting, but I felt that the story didn't reach too deeply. The plot twists were predictable and the imagery was very flat. I understand that the book was written for the adolescent demographic so I will cut it some slack and honestly that's why I enjoyed the book as I read it. So yes overall the book was good if I wanted to be entertained for a couple of hours but if I wanted to be completely moved and think about the analysis of the story I wouldn't read this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2989RAQN8YL8R?ASIN=0439023521	What is this hype about?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So...I liked the Hunger Games, I liked the characters, the story moves really quick &amp; is engaging, well-written.  Katniss is a great lead--smart, kind, and generally likeable.  You're really rooting for her.  But at the end, I wasn't interested in reading the other 2 books.  It dissolved for me from an adventure/fantasy story into a teen romance, and I could completely predict where the other books were going to head, so there wasn't a need to read them.  I know plenty of people who gobbled up all 3 &amp; loved them, but I was ready to move on after Hunger Games.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXFPQ0PYUHINU?ASIN=0439023521	A must read for all ages!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have never been one for books revolving around great horror. And, I suppose, one COULD argue that this was exactly that.<br/><br/>However, the romance and the suspense formed a counterbalance which changed the book into a story of the ferocity of trying not only to survive, but to persevere and keep sane. I have never once encountered a book that has been able to weave these elements together so artfully.<br/><br/>My compliments to the wordsmith that created this masterpiece. Congratulations, Ms. Suzanne Collins, and I cannot wait to read more from you!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IEILCCZD5C8V?ASIN=0439023521	Unrealistic expectations?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked the concepts and plot despite the possible influence of ""1984"" on the author in presenting the new North America.  The envoronment the heroine operated within until she left to take part in the Hunger Games was convincing and her life there was a good read.  From then on I found the storey to be about early teens and written for that age group, despite the ""Lord of the Rings"" aspect of the conflict.  I would have liked to be informed that it was written mainly for young adults in the book details.  It was an enjoyable read but I won't buy books 2 &amp; 3.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RI7WKGV21FBIO?ASIN=0439023521	Good but not great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Collins takes us on a tour of a future society (and government) that has lost its moral compass and shares a type of 'sports violence' reminiscent of the gladiatorial contests of ancient Rome. It dramatizes what can happen when government power becomes over reaching and out of control; in this case, pitting teens against each other in a contest to the death. The book is fast paced and written in a style appealing to the YA market. It does leave the reader with some interesting messages to be pondered. I would rate it good but not great.<br/><br/>David Faxon</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KIX89WOMNSP1?ASIN=0439023521	Good Young Adult novel for adults	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Once again, I find myself completely enamored with a Young Adult novel. It seems that anything that doesn't have sex in it qualifies as a YA novel, I guess. This one sure had enough violence to make me wonder what the YA label really is for.<br/><br/>At any rate, I found this book captivating and nearly impossible to put down. I breezed through it fairly quickly, and was pleased with the writing style, plot and associated twists. I eagerly await running out to see the movie adaptation. And shortly after that, I'll be diving into the next book in the series.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2T6LS3U0R65BZ?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I can not explain in words how this book has effected me. I have read this book numerous times, along with listning to it on an audible. But this book never fails to grip my heart every time I read it. The two young ""lovers"" Peeta and Katniss are just unexpected and their journey with the Capitol is breathtaking. Katniss in  my opinion is a bit too tempered but is smart, witty, courageous, and lovable. Peeta is a easy one. As you go through to the next book, he is a real sweetheart, always loyal to Katniss. I hope you enjoy this book as much as I did.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SH6KELRDJZP2?ASIN=0439023521	OMG Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've been thinking about reading this book for a while now, caught my attention because I kept seeing it everywhere!  Even the grocery store!  Well I'm happy I finally added it to my reading list.  I thoroughly enjoyed it, it's unlike any story I can really recall.  Very good read.  Kinda short, I burned through most of the book in one long Saturday.  As soon as I finished reading it I thought about how wonderfully it would translate to film and sure enough, movie coming out next year!  So now I have that to look forward to as well as the following two books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTOSCIDFPYDP6?ASIN=0439023521	Targeted for youth, but I couldn't put it down.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't meant to write a review, just rate it five stars.<br/>This book was meant for youth, but it's so fast paced, I couldn't put it down. For people hoping to fall into the Twilight trap (and I can't stand twigliht) this is for you to check out.  The story is completely engaging and I highly reccomend it to any adult I know.  I didn't care for the ending as it forces you to read the sequel rather than just being completely a stand alone part of a trilogy.  Oh well, guess I'll have to read the sequel even though I hear it's just teenage Twilight angst like.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGK5085L6BIFJ?ASIN=0439023521	Not just a teen book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The story has the allure of a Harry Potter, introducing characters you like and dislike... that the reader can relate to and emphasize with. The violence is downplayed and the moral dilemmas brought up as choices we all make to lesser degree. Destroying the competition in daily life is present for everyone. Will Katniss choose love over triumph? Will Peeta die to protect his childhood love or sacrifice her to save himself? Will Haymitch ever sober up?<br/>Love. Excitement. Friendship. Even a gentle humor. This is a start to a story you want to keep reading.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KVF8H3RU8LDE?ASIN=0439023521	Entertaining Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The story is intriguing and keeps you focused. I did finish it in a single day, although I wouldn't have been heart broken if it was torn away from me. The writing is clever and well crafted, although some sentences seem to stumble over themselves. The story manages to be less predictable than what the first few chapters would have you expect, but it still contains plenty of standard archetypes. The main character is a great, strong female role, but I wasn't found of her by the end. The Hunger Games is not Harry Potter, but it's most definitely not Twilight.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11M22B36AKBJ6?ASIN=0439023521	Facinating and intense adventure	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My daughter-in-law told me about this book and pointed out that although it is listed as a young adult book, I would really enjoy it.  I am 56 years old and my partner is 63.  We both loved this book and couldn't put it down  The book is full of adventure, fantasy, and the deep seated emotions of 'real' young people.  The heroine of The Hunger GAmes struggles with emotions of attachments to the people whom she loves.  She also has thoughts and discovers her need for ethical ""rightness"".  People of all ages, ethnicity, and gender would enjoy The Hunger Games.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R304KVOR9MVFQZ?ASIN=0439023521	Not for grade schoolers	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Having heard all the hype surrounding the books and impending movie, I gave in and read this first book. It's well written, well paced, the charictors are sympathetic and easy to root for. It's also a little disturbing, pinning kids against each other to the death. Though not extremley graphic, I wouldn't read it to my grade schooler as it does have violence and a little gorey imagary. I can tell it was written for the teen and pre-teen, as there is (to me) alot of unnecessary kissing. Having said that, I did enjoy the book and will read the other two books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RO0CY8WQWMC6U?ASIN=0439023521	This is a MUST READ!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was hesitant to read this when I heard what it was about.  I'm not much into sci-fi or futuristic settings...but I was told that it was a must read.  I am SO GLAD that I listened and I have suggested it to many friends.  The book is SO good that I actually downloaded the second book, Catching Fire, before I was done with the first so that I wouldn't have to wait AT ALL to dive into it.  Now that I'm done with both...I'm itching for the third, Mockingjay, to be released next month.  This book is so engaging that it was hard to put down.  I highly recommend!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2O74FX19P7K1E?ASIN=0439023521	Enjoy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love all 3 books. I enjoyed the plot in this book it moved along just right.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KP26KF0BAORN?ASIN=0439023521	Riveting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Didn't think I'd like it. Couldn't put it down. ......'. . . . . . . . . . .</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3S5ILCU0YHEPZ?ASIN=0439023521	Captivating	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed the movie so thought I would read the book, because most often the books are better. the movie, while amazingly produced, did not do this book justice!<br/><br/>The author writes as if she were Katniss and I love this because it helps me understand what she is thinking, which completely sucked me in.<br/>The emotions that I felt while reading this book have sent me on a roller coaster and left me desperate to find out what will come of Katniss and Peeta, yet it also leaves the reader with the thought of Gale. I definitely recommend this book!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IQ3CA2S4OJAG?ASIN=0439023521	I was very skeptical but they really are every bit as great as everyone said it was!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was skeptical going into this book. I prefer books that have possible storylines such as James Patterson, Sue Graften, Nora Roberts, &amp; Nicholas Sparks. Im not into fantasy, harry potter, etc. However, when Twilight caused such a raucous I decided to check it out &amp; I loved it! So I figured i may as well give this a chance too. But I knew just as I did w/the Twilight series, I wanted to read them before seeing the movies. Once again Im enthralled w/these. Im about 60% done w/the 3rd book right now. Once Im done w/these Im going to try the 50 shades trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2AO5I0F4BMKMV?ASIN=0439023521	Great idea for a sci fi book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The 4 stars is for the idea and for the possible future that the author describes.  But the story is almost boring, where action does not reach a climax, is predictable, and sometimes things take an unexplicable turn.<br/>Still, the idea is great and it makes you think.  Of course it is part of a trilogy, and maybe after reading the rest of the books some things might make better sense.<br/>I have not seen the movie, which I think it is good,because it got good reviews so I might have disliked the book more.<br/>Bottom line:  Not a bad read, a quick read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VQP53QA7UMG0?ASIN=0439023521	Best book I've EVER read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Ok, first off, AMAZING book. Suzanne Collins is the my favorite author. Before my math teacher reccomended this book, I had heard great things about this author and book from my friends. (I am 11, but I am an advanced reader.) I stated to read this book, because my friends were giving it five stars. Now, I am desperatley searching for thw second book. I reccomend this book to anyone who loves action, adventure, and cliffhangers. I seriously just read for two-three hours to finish this book. (I was only about half way through it.) This is the best book EVER!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLFI5TE7ZARKO?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I decided to read ""The Hunger Games"" after reading the review by Stephenie Meyers on her web-site, saying she was so hooked by the story she carried the book out to dinner with her.  I didn't find it quite as engaging as that, but I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed the book - and a bit disappointed to find out at the end that there's going to be a sequel (there just has to be!!!).  I was lucky in that I didn't find out about the Twilight series until the last book was out - now I'm going to have to pine away for Book 2 of ""The Hunger Games"".</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11C7049960M6U?ASIN=0439023521	Good Story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I like the futuristic thematic feel and basic character development. The heroine is improbable but maybe appealing to younger readers. The writer is passable and crafted a pretty good tale. But I won't buy the sequel because it would be much too predictable. This book had a weak ending so I assume that's the need for a sequel. That and the money machine must be fed. The kindle version of the sequel costs the same as the hardbound book and this makes no sense to me. But that's not the authors fault now is it. But it's enough to keep me away from the sequel.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1M1WW01O8HIS6?ASIN=0439023521	best trilogy ever!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was so pleasantly surprised by this book - it was amazing!  I finished it within a day because I simply couldn't put it down.  The story just grabs you, and the plot is quite creative, unlike anything I've read before.  I especially enjoyed the intricate relationships between the characters.  I think the author did a great job of making their interactions seem natural and true to what 16-year olds would say or do.  I finished the trilogy in a week and I can only recommend it!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13ALAD65KUT2S?ASIN=0439023521	I really enjoyed this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have heard criticism from others because they claimed the writing was too simplistic or they just aren't into the whole science fiction/dystopia genre. I personally really enjoy the genre, so I loved the series. The reading definitely isn't difficult, but sometimes that's a good thing. I think it works here, and I don't typically want to have to translate a book I'm reading for pleasure. Tale of a strong female heroine, which many will argue is not about the romance, lets face it, it is. But its good and all in the light of her being the strong heroine.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZRFZIPT78E8M?ASIN=0439023521	Well worth the read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well we're to start.. it hard to say really. I watched the movie before I read the book and I'm quite impressed at how close the movie was to the actual book so thumb up there.  I've got to say reading the book definitely draws you in and doesn't let go I read the entire book and about 5 hours total. Putting it down to get things done was really difficult. I've got to say that Suzanne Collins did a fantastic job writing it from start to finish and I'm looking forward to reading Catching Fire and subsequently Mockingjay. May the odds be ever in your favor.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CTDPBJ4ZLV93?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games leaves you hungry for more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is one of the best books I have ever read.  It doesn't seem like a book for children to me but it was very well written.  The character development is excellent.  I thoroughly enjoyed the book.  I did think it was brutal but extremely captivating.  I tried to explain the plot to my husband who said ""Why would I ever want to read this book?""  I had to say ""because it is so compelling.""  That is my best description of the plot and characters. Once you pick this book up, you won't want to put it down and you will definitely want to read all three books.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SCJ5UA3HXKJD?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought this book because it was recommended by Stephenie Meyer, the author of Twilight. I don't know if it would have came up on Amazon's recommendation list that I have set up for myself or not. But I am sure glad I found out about it! I love this book and cannot wait until the second one comes out. Hunger Games is unlike any other book that I have read. I even let my younger sister (who is in her mid twenties) borrow it. I think it's a book for any age group. I can't wait to get it back from my sister (whose had it for a while) so i can reread it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXHSVJ240XNWA?ASIN=0439023521	A page turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I would recommend these books to young adults and adults of all ages. If you like fantasy/sci fi, action with a dash of romance then you'll enjoy this great read. I immensely enjoyed the characters. Collins did well in her description of each, painting a vivid picture. The concept of a world that no longer resembles the one we know, where the rich are rich and the poor are poor (ok that part is like now), where games to the death are the rich people's thrill, where there is absolute dictatorship, where technology has hugely advanced, this is a must read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39T0JALZKWKEF?ASIN=0439023521	Hooked on this book right away	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm not one for teen books or movies but after having everyone I know tell me I have to see the movie, I gave in.  After becoming completely engulfed by the film and left with the cliffhanger I thought, well what happens next?!  Right away I ordered books one and two.  I ordered the first because no movie incorporates every detail and purchased part two to answer my original question.  The first was amazing and original, took me a day to read it cover to cover.  I was moved to say the least.  I have recommended this book and the movie to everyone I know.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QHLUGVBNT12C?ASIN=0439023521	A bit predictable, but a good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I think it was a good book, but not the best I've ever read. The first one is my favorite, but with the other two, not so much. I don't like Katniss, she didn't have a good personality and wasn't what I expected for a heroine. Peeta is too sweet and perfect and Gale is a mess. I don't think Collins thought that through. It was very predictable. She isn't going to kill Katniss off already.<br/><br/>Catching Fire was even worse! It was pretty much the same thing as the first book!<br/><br/>I couldn't even finish the last one. It was soooooo boring!!!!,</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23NY0UWW7B3NY?ASIN=0439023521	One of my favorites!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is a thrilling, exciting read, and I was unable to put it down. It sometimes is gruesome, and occasionally disturbing, but the message of the book is really great. I loved that Katniss was a strong female lead, because there aren't many of those. She was thrown into a difficult situation, but she some how found a way to be positive. Though it was often times hard, Katniss also found a way to control her own destiny, and that was one of the main characteristics that I loved about her. I would suggest this book to anyone who loves to read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29POMDZOSSYCI?ASIN=0439023521	Very entertaining, not very deep	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">An exciting read but lacking in depth.  I would have liked a better treatment of the politics of the Capital.<br/><br/>I don't really buy the children as gladiators idea, even in a distant future.  Though, one could argue that 16 is an adult in this fictional society.  The idea that these communities would allow their children to be taken without a fight, no matter how pointless, is not believable to me as a parent.<br/><br/>The mutts was a completely pointless addition toward the end.<br/><br/>I'll probably read the others since they're available to borrow from Prime for free.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2431MMK7U9S58?ASIN=0439023521	Unpredictable and Engaging	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent book full of drama and adventure. Set in the future at an unknown time in what was former America. Katniss, a young woman, is chosen to represent her district in the annual Hunger Games. She must use her natural skills and quick thinking to try and prevent herself from being killed and become the victor. A lot of surprising twists and turns in these games that make this quite the unpredictable story. Easy to read with an engaging story made for a quick page turner. If you like adventure, drama, and unpredictability I highly recommend this book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7AVW2ONKJNZ4?ASIN=0439023521	Mind blowing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm an avid reader, but I'm also picky, so I was hesitant to pick up the Hunger Games after the last teen cult fiction novel (Twilight, anyone?) was spoken so highly of, yet in my opinion so unimpressive. Regardless, that is not the point. The point is, this book is absolutely divine from beginning to end. I could not stop reading it. Easily the fastest read I've had since the Harry Potter books, and sometimes you just need an easier read...that is not to say that the story is lacking in any way. It reminded me of a cross between Ender's Game and 1984.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BH0YT29FLF3D?ASIN=0439023521	Great! But a little upsetting.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">it's as if your in the book and this was a little bit upsetting. I liked that the fighting and action was intense. One of my favorite parts was when Katniss caught Glimmer's arrow and they couldn't get to her because the branches kept breaking. I laughed and felt it was funny while my body was still tense from not knowing what was going to happen. There was so much bitter sweet feeling in me with Katniss Rue and the flowers. I think people should read this book but have to be ready for some upsetting parts. I think this book is great for 10 and older.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PPAM863UCG8A?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed reading this book. I had friends telling me that I needed to read it and they read it in just a few days - or less! So when I got sick over Easter Break, I found that it was a good time to read. As frightening that this story may be, it sure does sound a lot like Cuba and the way they treat their people. Wheat, and meats are outlawed for it's people and they will be put in jail if they are found drinking milk over the age of infancy. Scary stuff, people. They have the touristy section, and then real Cuba. We aren't that far behind....</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVSLHDOCN1AWF?ASIN=0439023521	Great book.  I couldn't put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I LOVED this book and quickly devoured the whole trilogy.  The writing was a tad juevenile, but since that was the target audience i didn't mind.  I wasn't expecting to enjoy these books as much as I did.  I don't usually read this genre, and I was pleasantly suprised by the depth of the characters (especially since there are so many).  The concept was bizarre and brutal, but so well done that you could imagine yourself in such a world.  Everything turns out the way you want it to, yet it is not overly predictable.  All in all a great, addictive read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1B9YENUQWNTD9?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games was an excellent read!  Although intrigued by the release of the motion picture, I purposely waited to read this novel until after all of the excitement diminished a bit.  (Besides, most books surpass the movie)  What a pleasant surprise to discover that my expectations were exceeded.  I found the characters to be well-developed and consistent.  And the storyline is both plausible and imaginative, at once.<br/><br/>I'm currently digesting ""Catching Fire"" at a rapid pace, and hope to offer a review of it shortly.  Bravo, Ms. Collins!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38TC41MMLYQE8?ASIN=0439023521	A Gripping Thrill Ride	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I LOVED THIS BOOK. IN MY MIND KATNESS AND PETTA ARE LIKE THE RE-BIRTH OF COMPASSION, PASSION AND COURAGE IN A WORLD THAT SEEMS TO BE VOID OF ALL...THE WILLINGNESS TO SACRIFICE YOUR OWN LIFE JUST SO A LOP-SIDED DEFECTIVE GOVERNMENT CANNOT PERPETUATE A SERIOUS INJUSTICE FOR THE SAKE OF ""ENTERTAINMENT"". FROM THE MOMENT KATNESS STEPS INTO THE PLACE OF HER SISTER FOR THE GAMES, THROUGH THE DEATH OF PRECIOUS &amp; TINY RUE TO THE DECISION ON A JOINT SUICIDE FOR HER AND PETTA IT IS ALL ABOUT ONES WILLINGNESS TO SACRIFICE; TOO CARE; TOO LOVE<br/>A VERY GOOD READ</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28XHYYQKM65QB?ASIN=0439023521	I loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I started reading this at the insistence of one of my students. I loved it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23RPHMQVIRVNW?ASIN=0439023521	5 STARS	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is beyond amazing. I completely the entire series in just 3 days! Once you pick up this book you will find your self having a hard time putting it down. Suzanne Collins did such a nice job writing this, it's so captivating. This book is so detailed that you will feel as if you yourself are the main character, Katniss, fighting for your life in the Hunger Game Arena. This book is not only suspensful and action packed, but it is also a love story that will have you falling in love with the characters. You will not regret purchasing this item!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24DKKCJL8MLHK?ASIN=0439023521	Not the best	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">S She is supposed to be a hero that saves a nation yet your player as this very weak person in the book that has to depend on everyone else to get things done she's a pond and the story just does not fit sorry and I do read hundreds of books I haven't seen the movies and after reading to have the books I'm not sure I would really want to see the movies because I'm sure you made her stronger character than what she really was in the books really think this is a bad choice on thinking this was a great book I've read books like it they were much better</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34MP4NEURU4E0?ASIN=0439023521	Empty	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">An empty, soulless novel. I can't understand all the hype. While I can't say it was badly written, the writing seemed wooden, heartless, blank... I don't know how to explain my feelings about this particular bestseller. Everyone seems to love it, but I just didn't care for the story or for the characters. It seemed like a robot had written this book. Emotionless, wooden prose. Took me 2-3 hours to finish it, and i can't even remember a particular scene that stayed with me afterwards. Or a particular character. Nothing. Asd if I haven't even read it.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3N0ZZMYZLW4VB?ASIN=0439023521	Riveting, Exciting, Touching and so much more.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">There isn't a whole lot I could say about this book that hasn't already been said.  Simply put, I purchased all three books at the same time because I had heard so much about the series that I figured it was worth my time.  No doubt, it really truly was one of the best books I've read in a very long time.  I enjoyed the second book as much as the first.  The third book is essential to read to have closure, as it's essential for the reader.  However, I was disappointed in the last third of the third book BUT it doesn't change my love of the story.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GSWU4LLIDPE8?ASIN=0439023521	A Fantastic Suprise!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text""><a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Hunger-Games/dp/0439023483"">The Hunger Games</a><br/><a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Catching-Fire-The-Second-Book-of-the-Hunger-Games/dp/0439023491"">Catching Fire (The Second Book of the Hunger Games)</a><br/><br/>This is a book I never would have picked up unless a friend insisted.  It was a slow start for me but once I got to the third or fourth chapter I could not put it down!!  Catching Fire (Second Book) was equally captivating and I can't wait until the third book comes out next month.<br/><br/>I even had my book club members read it and they all LOVED it as well, even those extremely reluctant to do so.<br/><br/>Worth stepping outside my normal genre!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36TZ80PDWI2VD?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My 'review' of The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins<br/>Preface: I  don't generally read reviews. I like to form my own opinion.  I decide whether a book is worth reading based on the synopsis and word of mouth. This will be short, I promise.<br/><br/>The last time I lost sleep while reading a book was when I read Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows.  I lost sleep reading The Hunger Games.<br/><br/>Yes, it's that good.  Read it.<br/><br/>--------------<br/>My website is now live!  Check it out [...]</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2S5739OPUSN30?ASIN=0439023521	Stunning!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">While a reader of YA, I am by no means a young adult now, being in my mid-fifties.  This book does so much with so little.  Spare, clear writing.  It wasn't until I'd read it the third time that I realized it was written in present tense. I doubt the major premise, that humans would let children be taken and killed in this way, but it is metaphoric in that we =do= let children be taken by hunger, disease, and other kinds of violence.<br/><br/>I have purchased the sequels but I'm reluctant to proceed, concerned they won't be as good as the first.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22AIK9OX5AXQS?ASIN=0439023521	This is a phenomenal series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The series is extremely powerful, very well-written, and thoroughly enjoyable despite being equally depressing.  It paints a bleak picture of humanity and shows a future that's based on both our present and our past.  It sends a strong anti-war message but also shows the problems with doing nothing when a terrible government has total control of a country.  Overall, it's a fantastic series that could easily be included in an English Literature class in high school or college yet is fully accessible to the average reader.  Absolutely worth reading!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NP0IAJJJPQQT?ASIN=0439023521	Definitely worth the read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Seeing the movie was amazing, but since I published <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Mana/dp/B0096XDKFY"">Mana</a>, I found so much more in the writing. First thing I noticed about this book was the plot, which stood out immediately (which is a good thing in my book!) The action was set up perfectly and the best thing was; I found no plot holes in the book, so that mean's the author really did her research when she wrote this book.<br/><br/>I know there haven't been any new reviews so far, but I want to read them all and review them! Definitely read this book if you haven't already.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20KW18QCD2V7Q?ASIN=0439023521	There isn't words......	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">There really aren't even words to describe The Hunger Games! It is definitely my most favorite book ever!<br/>I have to say that the ideas and concepts in this book are really tragic and horrific, yet somehow it is really really good! I wasn't able to read the book before bed, but any other time I was totally absorbed by it. It is very addicting and you won't be able to put it down. The ending is abrupt and I was like, ""What? What?! What!!!! It can't end like that!"" Thank goodness that Catching Fire was out already!<br/>READ THE HUNGER GAMES!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21M15O8QQHCFO?ASIN=0439023521	Becky @ Book Bite Reviews	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love, love, LOVE The Hunger Games. It is unlike all the other novels that i have ever read and loved. This series is definitely my new addiction. I think i love it more than Twilight, but don't tell anyone that haha. The Hunger Games is chalked full of emotion and beautiful story line, the events that take place are so imaginative and perfect for the situation. I couldn't find a single thing wrong with this novel and i wouldn't add or change a single thing. Beautifully done, Suzanne Collins. I cannot wait to finish this series and see the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJWVD3FIV5XGS?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">All right, that book is written for teenagers but don't let that keep you from reading it. I was barely able to put it down once I started. Katnis is a wonderful heroine, able to face whatever is thrown her way once the 'Hunger Games' start. Besides having to face a lot of adventures, she struggles an internal fight of how to win without having to kill one of the other teenagers forced into the game. Truth is, she can't. But that is all I'm going to say. Suzanne Collins wrote a remarkable book and I'm really looking forward to reading the sequel.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KTYNY3ZVFDUF?ASIN=0439023521	I finally gave in...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">To peer pressure. I've seen the movie, I loved the movie, but up until now I never touched the book(s), I can't really explain why. When I saw book 1 was available on kindle Unlimited I decided I would read it.<br/>I was so amazed by the book, basically if you liked the movie you're probably gonna love the book. There's so much more information about the hunger games in the book than in the movie and Katniss' emotions are stronger here as well. I'm hoping the rest of the books are available on Kindle Unlimited because i really want to read them.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UJURNWFBL7B?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The plot is intriguing, the characters are extraordinary yet still relatable and the storyline is the perfect combination of disturbing and uplifting. Collins writes with just the right amount of detail that allows readers to picture themselves in the story but those details never weigh down or overshadow the message of the story. I thought the character development was a bit lacking (with the exception of the Katniss). Overall I really enjoyed this book and would recommend it for sure.<br/>The Hunger Games is the best book I've read in a while.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9L5AME9RRXE6?ASIN=0439023521	What a thrill!!!! Highly Recommend!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">In the ruins of a place once known as North America lies the nation of Panem, a shining Capitol surrounded by twelve outlying districts. Long ago the districts waged war on the Capitol and were defeated. As part of the surrender terms, each district agreed to send one boy and one girl to appear in an annual televised event called, ""The Hunger Games,"" a fight to the death on live TV. Wow, Katniss story is chilling, thrilling and makes your heart race. I was intrigued by teh premise but wanted to read teh book before seeing the movie. Well written.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KKWQGV728Q48?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Though the idea of fighting to the death has been done before, it has never been done quite like this. Collins managed to make me really care about most of the characters, sad when ones Katniss, (therefore I as a reader have never met, since the entire book is in Katniss's point of view,) has never even met dies, sympathetic for the ""villian"" of the Games she plays in, and really caring about her companions and family back home. The book is satisfying by itself, though I would suggest reading the two sequels, Catching Fire and Mockingjay as well.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NQ537NI4CO1H?ASIN=0439023521	Highly engaging!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was the selection for our monthly book club and although I had heard it was good, I was reluctant to read it knowing the premis of the story.  Having said that - it was one of the most engaging books I've read.  I love the fact that a girl is the main character.  She is a great example of a strong, resourceful, decisive female without being coldhearted - a great role model for young girls today.  Collins' writing style grabs the reader from the beginning and holds it tight through to the end.  I can't wait to begin the second book.....</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VOL05FPACKEI?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read for Non-Readers	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So, this is the first book I have read cover to cover since graduating highschool 9 years ago.  Most other books, I have tried to read, I find the language to confunsing or find myself unable to hold on to details. This book however was a very easy read with powerful vivid language.  Some of the plot twist and turns I found to be a little too predicatable, but overall I found myself full of curiousity with what was going to happen to Katniss and Peeta next and how she would respond.  The story line was so good I ended up reading all three books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32EL4EZUJMQ56?ASIN=0439023521	Dark but very good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book may be intended for young adults but at almost 40 I found it to be a very good book. It has dark themes and plenty of tragedy, and tough conditions to spare, I think that is why I found myself pulling for the characters that much more. It's because of their desperate situation that you feel more sympathetic and in doing so you get pulled that much further into the story of their lives. It's a good book and I recommend it to anyone except for those who can't handle darker themes and violence, otherwise it's a good and fairly quick read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZOM07XMGCXUD?ASIN=0439023521	No Vampire or Werewolves?!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Does this author not know that a story can't be any good without  paranormal critters running around trying to mate with gullible tweens?  :)  I for one am glad she doesn't.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games and it's sequels are 3 of the best books I've read in along time.  They truely are addicting and very hard to put down.  It's been a long time since I felt the urge to read 3 books in 4 days but this is what happened with this series.<br/><br/>If you're a fan of books like ""The Postman"" or ""Earth Abides"", you'll probablly  love this trilogy as well.<br/><br/>V^^^^V</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R326CCGWAWF9T7?ASIN=0439023521	Disturbing, but highly fascinating	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book definitely makes you consider what America would be like in this dystopian society.  It's a great critique on modern day society and what could happen if we let our democracy crumble.  I loved how easy it was to picture everything throughout the book, and I fell in love with the two main characters.  The end left me wanting more.  The only thing I didn't like was how gruesome some scenes were, but they were necessary to the plot.  I also felt that parts of the book were predictable, but, overall, it was very fast-paced and intriguing.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CLN7351YPD4D?ASIN=0439023521	Very readable, if you like this genre	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'd have no problem recommending this to those who like a mix of social commentary housed in a fantasy sort of adventure.  Those who reject futuristic fantasy types of literature might tolerate it for the adventure, which is quite good.  This is the kind of book I like, and my wife refuses to even try to read.  Books can be like that!  It is a good story, and I haven't seen the movie, but can see how the thesis could make a great visual story, so will check movie out one of these days, even though I always like the books better than the movies.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BG1GM1Z8B75H?ASIN=0439023521	Overall an Exciting and Great Read!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i love this book. suzanne collins has surely done it! what a great book. the ending leaves you dying for more! i have not yet purchased the second book, but i can't wait. i bought the first book here at amazon.com and it arrived so fast that as soon as i got it, my daughter began to read and she couldn't set it down! my daughter started to read it and got halfway through it. then i took it one night and i stayed up all night and read it all. LOVE THIS BOOK! highly reccommended!!! my daughter also loved this book. begging me to get the 2nd book!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3A1I6XF9GSVTU?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">fast paced and entertaining. I couldn't put it down until it was finished.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BVHU9KJOIGKN?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I choose to rate this book five star's because of the great action and grate story line of the book I think that if you are looking for a great action and an awesome plot to take people who are not rich and live day in and day out working and have kid's then what better way to show a fight between twelve districts for food and richies  the kid's must be strong and quick to out  smart their aponet to gain the help of the others who wish them to win they must kill the other's who are trying to kill them only one tribute may win the hunger game's</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1L9BM4CLKF0TA?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book about 6 months before I had ever even heard about the movie and I was so addicted by the story. I love how the woman is the star and she is very self reliant and she sticks up for herself and her family. This is honestly the best saga I have ever read. There is no comparison to the Twilight saga! It is so much better. I reccomend this book to everyone. Men and women and kids alike. There is an awesome lesson to be learned. I loved it so much I gave it to my principal to read and he like it too! And he is over 40 years old! lol</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SKX94UNEAHFI?ASIN=0439023521	HUnger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was skeptical about Hunger Games, but because my grand daughter loved it I had to read it. I was not sorry. The story, plot and the premise are fascinating. Suzanne Collins has put together a plot line with great imagination and creativity. Once I began reading, I could not stop, and I rarely finish a book in a single sitting as I did with Hunger Games. The book moved me to the movie, also not sorry, the film stayed true to the book. Since then I have moved on the the next two volumes of the complete story.<br/> <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Jun-e-or/dp/B007S0LT5U"">Jun-e-or</a></span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SJO83VWIV7Y3?ASIN=0439023521	intriguing...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I started reading this book and thought I had the ending all figured out by the middle of the book, I was very wrong about which way the story went. I love that about this book. Usually plots are rather predictable for me, this one threw me and was that much more entertaining for it. the vocabulary was not too young, the metaphors were not overplayed and it was well enough written to keep my interest. The plot was the best part, it seems to be a rebellious attack at our society's thirst for reality television and appearances. I'd recommend it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVQ1ME92SIMAV?ASIN=0439023521	Reading book description scared me away from this book till	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Reading book description seems like a fantasy book which I do not like too much.<br/>Seeing the Hunger Games book being always the best book shown in Amazon for many weeks, I said to myself ""Since I like all books as long as it is well written, so I'll try this book"".<br/>Well I give this book a 5, one of the best book I ever read.<br/>This is in a world of classes of people, the rich and dominants and the poor and oppressed people. Always full in intrigues even when they were getting cleaned and groomed for the games.<br/>Anxious to read the second book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IHTSRIIN7SIC?ASIN=0439023521	Is it possible to put this book down?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The beginning was a little slow, but when I got to part to, i felt like going on the internet to look up ""How to put the Hunger Games down""  I stayed up long nights to read it.<br/>*Spoiler*<br/><br/>I liked how the author had the idea of Rue, but I'm astonished that she had died.  Rue was my favorite character, I was crying when she had died! Though, I like the idea of the author making the reader gasp.<br/><br/>*End of spoiler*<br/>I book was amazing, I can't believe i waited this long, then finally gained some sense to read the book.  I'm truly amazed with it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3W4GTANUWOW3T?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was my 1st Suzanne Collins read. I started the book thinking, ""Oh, another 'Lottery',"" figuring I'd put it down when it got too predictable.  And ended up finishing the book! As an old sci-fi/fantasy buff from way back it takes a lot to impress me.  Although the story pulls in some predictable elements - Boy meets girl, apocolyptic world, Thunderdome/Running Man competitions, Collins went in such interesting directions, foiling my anticipated turnings.  I was amazed by this story.  Cursing that the 3rd book doesn't come out till August.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMH8P36MO39PC?ASIN=0439023521	Definitely the best book I've ever read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book a few months ago, and I keep coming back to Amazon to try and find other books like it. I was sooooo intrigued by this adventourous story. I read it in about 2 days! The 2nd one wasn't AS good, but it was still fantastic too! I don't know a single person who hasn't loved this book and I HIGHLY reccommend you read it. It's pretty brutal and gorey, but totally worth it the whole way through!<br/>Great job by Suzanne Collins...she really captures the story in a great way, and there isn't too much detail or too little detail! READ IT</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2EXBFV3SAKULK?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I only read the Hunger Games because there was a movie coming out. This book really surprised me! I really enjoyed it and would recommend it. This is a book that I've reread a couple of times and wouldn't hesitate to read it again. I liked everything the author did with this book! She really made you feel what the characters were feeling and put you in their shoes. I also really enjoyed how the author has a set of main characters and not just one. This book would not have worked had Katniss not had people helping her and looking out for her.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRQJZ5NS5UZGR?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent Read - Well written and paced	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After watching The Hunger Games movie I was eager to read the Hunger Game books. As with most books, it was able to explain things in more detail than the movie and it gave me a better understanding of the characters and plot. It was very well written and paced. I love it when I find a book that keeps me engaged. After reading the first book, I also purchased the other two books in the trilogy. I highly recommend these books to anyone who likes a good story, but also enjoys thinking about the what-if's of human nature and society as a whole.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2P2RL0X2MKRQI?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent post-apocalyptic, character-driven story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This post-apocalyptic story is packed with action, but what really drives the story are the characters.  They are fully-drawn, realistic and believable.  If you've read or watched a lot of post-apocalyptic stories, the plot will be very familiar.  But it worked for me because I cared about the characters.<br/><br/>I read this on my Kindle 3.  I was disappointed that the chapter breaks are between the parts (there are three), and not between the chapters.  Other than that, there were no formatting, editing or other issues in the Kindle version.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3N7WTRTCCU3R0?ASIN=0439023521	2nd read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is by far the most wonderful book I have ever read. I love novels that make you have to think, and I am used to the classics.....Harriet Beecher-Stowe and Thomas Hardy  have left me spellbound. Now I'm glad to say I read another one. Suzanne Collins, this has been in incredible journey. I did it in January 2014 , and have enjoyed the first leg of round two. I didn't think I could enjoy a book so much the second time around. Thank you so much for sharing your stunning creativity while making relevant commentaries of sociopolitical norms</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NK9JXW5AUKFH?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome Series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">There are no words to describe this series, it is truly amazing. The books are well written, the characters well developed, the romance was written in such a way that you feel you are living it along with them. I've read this series more than once and i don't think i'll ever stop wanting to read them. It gives you a message of what we humans are capable of and what we could lose, our humanity, our soul if we don't do something now and even then, we could still make mistakes purely out of ambition. Everybody should read this books, like now!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3D6VFIQYO6VC9?ASIN=0439023521	A heartwrenching story!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wanted to read this book before the movie came out. I had heard people talking about it, so I kind of just thought why not? When you hear it explained you think kids killing kids? So I was skeptically staring out, but of course it was very well written. It kept me on the edge of my seat, and biting my fingernails.<br/><br/>I thought it showed what a strong woman Katniss is, and it is heart wrenching at parts. I would recommend it to anybody. I think the book is better than the movie, but the movie is pretty good at portraying the story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29830RON0V2U3?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games Trilogy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I ordered the fist book in the Hunger Games trilogy and fell in love with it.  When I looked to buy the 2nd and 3rd books. I found there was a promotion where I could get the entire collection included in the price for buying a Kindle reading device, which I did.  I haven't finished the third book, but am working on it with every free minute.  I feel there are some political innuendos and a fair warning of what might happen if we don't take care of each other and our planet.  I really like that it was about a central female hero....READ IT!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2496B85JRIHUL?ASIN=0439023521	Coming Attractions of Movie Invites a New Reader	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If I had not seen the coming attraction for the movie ""The Hunger Games"", I would never had heard about the books.  I, personally, prefer the books to the movies, but love to see the movies afterwards (in hopes that they do the books justice).  I was not totally sure if this would be my style, but I was drawn in from the beginning.  I am now almost finished with the second book of the trilogy, and already purchased the third one on my Kindle.<br/><br/>I still have not seen the movie, but I hope to catch it before it's out of the theatres.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NU2OY50E9ELS?ASIN=0439023521	Better than movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book at the request of a friend and was a little skeptical at first becuase of her discription of the book; however, it ended up being worth while and I really enjoyed it. It is a mixture of suspense, violent action and love; I do wish there would have been a little more of the action than the other two but it still makes out to be a great story and I am now reading the second book. Also if you have seen the movie or heard things about the movie don't let it discourage you from reading the book... like always the book is better.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KFTSIC8VZ802?ASIN=0439023521	Well worth the pain	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This series is amazing.  It really is a heart wrenching story at times, which is part of what makes it so awesome.  The characters are well developed and relatable.  They can be so frusterating sometimes, but that is what makes these books ring so true.  The characters are just people in an aweful situation trying to make the best decisions they can, plus most of them are still kids, and kids can be frusterating.  I recommend buying all three at once, because once you start you will just want to keep going.  I can't recommend this enough!!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ODE30AG1J3UF?ASIN=0439023521	Amazed	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">While I don't generally read books like this, I was suprised by the depth and vivid descriptions that were in this book.  I felt like I was right there in District 12 among the others hurting for Katniss and Peeta.  The love story that follows along is amazing too.  To think that the world could one day be like this is horrible.  I don't even want to think of the horrors I would endure as a mother if one of my children were put in this position.  I can't wait to read the others in this series.  On a side note, the movie was not that great.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XA2YLQ44LYAO?ASIN=0439023521	Loved this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book kept me on my toes.  Katniss is strong, brave, and loyal, and I loved the romance part intertwined in the action. Although it may seem a horrid thought to think of a society where kids kill kids all while being televised. The reality is that in our contemporary society we are exposed to images at such a rapid pace that we have become desensitized. In addition there are wars where kids are currently killing other kids.  Collins was able to creatively shed light on violence against kids, along with other social issues in this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1AVU5STMP7ZOJ?ASIN=0439023521	cheryl's review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">product was as described--arrived very quickly, but as I've recently read magazine articles concerning online ordering warehouse jobs, I would like to express my concern with working demands.  I do not need super speedy service as purchases usually do arrive.  If they arrive a few days slower so the warehouse workers don't have to bust their chops, that's fine with me.  I don't order online for the speedy service, but for the convenience and specificity of products.  Thanks for the consideration for the workers in the distribution centers!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1L6ASWMC4THT5?ASIN=0439023521	I'm left wanting more! Can't wait to read the next one!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the book. I thought it was a great storyline. I am excited by the setting, the politics, the repression and hints of rebellion hiding in the people, and the idea of a game such as the Hunger Game. Especially because a game such as this reminded me of the current shameful fervor for reality TV.  I thought the plot twists were exciting and emotional. I cried my eyes out with Katniss. I feared for her. I fought with her. I despaired with her. I was truly caught up in the magic of this story and I'm so excited to see what happens next.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2P3T91UN8WEVW?ASIN=0439023521	Riveting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">First let me say that I was never planning on reading this series.  I tend to be a wimp when it comes to scary or gory books and I had been under the impression that Hunger Games was exactly that.  Then a friend told me a little bit more about it and I decided to give it a try.  I'm so glad I did.  Though the subject matter is pretty intense, the story is told so as to not make it gory or too suspenseful.  The story is riveting and doesn't focus on the gore of the games.  Even if you are a wimp like I am, I can highly recommend this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCPRKFG344DNY?ASIN=0439023521	Intriguing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I picked up The Hunger Games because I wanted to know what all the fuss was about, and was pleasantly surprised. I expected another Twilight phenomenon -- an empty, Mary Sue character coupled with a creepily overbearing man -- but it was so much more than that.<br/><br/>I would recommend this book to anyone for its entertainment and the questions it raises about what it means to be a strong female character. Katniss is strong without sacrificing her emotions, tough while still able to be pretty, and is a refreshingly likable role model.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26ZZ1K4XBX7B1?ASIN=0439023521	Great premise, great themes	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fantastic book. Really enjoyed this read with it's strong female protagonist and brave story telling. I can see now why fans of the book are so rabid. The themes of death, unfairness, and survival are dark, frustrating, and uplifting.<br/><br/>Reading a review of the movie adaptation spoiled the fate of one of the characters for me however, I was surprised to find myself in tears when I arrived at that point in the novel. Relentless and engaging, I can't wait to follow these characters (what's left of them) into the following two books.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPGWSAR06L2T1?ASIN=0439023521	Beautiful!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Although this wasn't the genre of books I used to read, the plot got me fascinated and I was curious to read it. And now this book is one of my favorites. I've read it many times, both in english and italian.<br/>It took me just a little while to adjust to the new genre, the new style and story, but when I did, the book kept me hooked for all the during of the story and as soon as the reality got started I was immersed in a mix of fantasy, adventure, horror, action, romance, suspense and pathos that left me breathless and eager for more.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VPJ3IXZY51R4?ASIN=0439023521	perfect!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought this book really last minute just so I could read it before the movie comes out. I wasn't expecting anything, I actually thought I was going to get a completely torn up, used book because of the very low price. I was okay with that though because all I wanted was to read it fast before theaters. When I received it, it was brand new, never been opened! I was so surprised. I just wasn't expecting it but I'm very happy with my purchase, especially because it was so cheap! I'm spreading the word to other people who are book shopping.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1110XP9WBZJRG?ASIN=0439023521	I'll admit the writer is really good, because I could picture everything so vividly	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I just can't handle this kind of brutality. I started reading this book at night after I went to bed. Read about half the book. I turned off the light to go to sleep, but I could not go to sleep. I was up all night. I'll admit the writer is really good, because I could picture everything so vividly. But if God gave you the talent to write this well, write something uplifting &amp; joyful. I will not read any more of her books, unless she calls me personally and tells me she has written something that will make me so happy that I cry with joy</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NBVFSS0B?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have read this book, mostly from cover to cover.  It is not quite as good as the first one but the more I read, the more I lost myself in the story of Peeta, Gale and Katniss.  I will certainly read the last one.  They say it is a children's book but I think it is the story of good, versus bad and therefore it will appeal to all people who like a good story.<br/>I would add, I had a little trouble when ordering the kindle edition due to the names of the books.  I am lucky because Kindle tells me if I have ordered this particular book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14Z1M00DQFAH8?ASIN=0439023521	Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best Book I have read since twilight.. Katniss has 20 times the strength to me then bella did.. Peeta is awesome, love his character and everything he stood for.. These books are such a moment or scene of our past but due to the way of life and resources now, they could be our future too.. They are a must read for anyone who enjoys Twilight, Harry Potter or any other such series. These books really make you think about possiblites and a way of life that may come one day. You need to read these books there really is nothing like them. Mia</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZ88EE7MXIJER?ASIN=0439023521	LOVE THIS BOOK	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was really impressed with how thoroughly I was pulled into this book.  I loved it.  I thought Suzanne Collins did such a nice job with the writing.  The story is so compelling.  And although the author's unusual, (I can't think of another way to phrase it,) 'wholly present' voice is a little hard to get used to at first - she is a really impressive author. Given the content, it's not overly graphic, b/c it's Young Adult, I'd guess. But it's got great pacing, well-developed characters, a fantastic story-line, excitement, heart, etc.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3576YGTPX08MA?ASIN=0439023521	She loved it. Great price and fast shipping	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Bought this for my daughter. She loved it. Great price and fast shipping.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39JWNBHC13ZG7?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great Book! I read it in a weekend and I typically do not read very often</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XX9IJZWLMO09?ASIN=0439023521	Interesting, and suspenseful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is amazing! When I finished the book I couldn't wait to see the movie. The only depressing part which I like one part like that but not many if them, is when rue dies. In the middle of the book an unexpected rule change happens leaving a huge twist to the story. This book has a nice ending leaving you to want to continue the into the next books. I recommend this book to anyone looking for a book that will keep you on the edge of there seats with cliffhangers, action, and suspence. Although I don't recommended for anyone young.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31YA37IFF4A13?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for more!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was so amazing. I've never been invested in the characters and hooked on a book within the first 10pages. I loved the futuristic aspect but yet feeling like Panem is medevil as well. The characters were vivid so well developed I really felt connected to each and everyone of them. Don't miss this book it's a re-reader forsure in fact I felt like starting over the minute I got to the last page but I needed to start Catching Fire so I didn't! I'm sure I will when I get done with Mocking Jay so excited for the rest of the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28TJVX7YDDB53?ASIN=0439023521	Great and entertaining Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm not a big reader and i don't read that often. But soon as i started this book i couldn't put it down. The way Suzanne Collins set it up was fantasitc and very entertaining. Every second on every page i thought Katniss was going to either die or be kissed.<br/>If amazon had a bigger review system i would go as high as it can go. Soon as i read this my mom read it then my brother then my dad it was crazy.<br/>The whole book is so suspenseful and very easy to read.<br/>My personal opinion is that this book is the best science fiction ever.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39YTF9O603DSG?ASIN=0439023521	I love this compelling story!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I got this book because on Stephenie Meyers website she recommended it and I fell in love with it. I was horrified at the same time intrigued by the characters and I love Katniss, who would'nt? I am not sure why it is a young adult book I would not let my daughter read this till she was older, but I loved it. I can't wait till book two comes out and I am hoping I will not have to wait long, I need to find out what happens to Katniss/Peeta/Gale. At the end my heart was breaking for Peeta and can't wait to see who Katniss ends up with!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYE6FHAVA167W?ASIN=0439023521	Good read but disappointed	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read the whole trilogy.. was a great read.. however, after reading it all, I was sadly disappointed with the ending.. Now that I know what happens, I won't be watching the other movies.. I don't agree with 'who gets the girl'.. actually angered me.  It's hard when you develop an attachment to particular characters and things don't go the way they 'flow' in your mind.. It's like having your favorite characters killed off.. I don't think I will subject myself to anymore of this author's writings.. still was a good read...until the end.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OVT2VAA32Y90?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was hesitant to start reading this series because of all the hype about it--I usually avoid some of the mainstream hits. But I'm really glad I read it. There was great character development and you really get sucked into the story line. The movie was a HUGE disappointment after the book. It was easy reading so good for middle school or high school kids, but well written so adults can enjoy as well. If you enjoy action/suspense, or thriller type books you will enjoy this one even if you don't usually read ""sci-fi"" type themes.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AQ9O3W8BNZ19?ASIN=0439023521	Fabulous, what an eye opnener	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text""><a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Hunger-Games/dp/0439023521"">The Hunger Games</a><a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Hunger-Games-Trilogy-Boxed-Set/dp/0545265355"">The Hunger Games Trilogy Boxed Set</a>I loved ""The Hunger Games"".  Did not want to see the movie until I have read the book.  An absolute page turner, could not stop with the first book, had to read them all.<br/>Excellent storyline but also a bit scary......may we never in our lifetime get to our own ""Hunger Games""....although it is so close to the bone is certain parts of the world.<br/>It is a great book to read but I would no advise young children reading it or seeing the movie!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3ILC03SMWWVQS?ASIN=0439023521	Let the Games Continue...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What can I say? This book is hands-down the best thing since Harry Potter. It hooked me from page one and didn't let go until the very last. I felt every cut, bruise and burn as Katniss did as the writing is simply top-notch. Suzanne Collins is a master story-teller. It took me two nights to read and both nights I dreamed I was in the Hunger Games - it captures you that well. I'm absolutely dying to dive into Catching Fire and find out what is going to happen! Let the Games Continue...<br/><br/><a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/ZARKORA-The-Fyrelit-Tragedy/dp/B006OZY40W"">ZARKORA - The Fyrelit Tragedy</a></span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SQOZTDPDD7AP?ASIN=0439023521	I'm addicted now	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely loved this book. I read it in one day because I could not put it down.  It was engaging and the characters were interesting.  New things kept coming up in the book, like how people looked, new animals, new experiences, it was really interesting.  It reminded me a little of star wars, with the way the world was and the people in it.  I can not wait to get the second book and am ordering the authors other series.  Even though this is a young adult book, adults will love it (I'm 35).  Well written and is highly recommended.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/REWFWC9DEMHIZ?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I honestly didn't like the writing style the author used the first time I started reading it a few years ago. After watching the movies I decided to give it another try because like every book that gets turned into a movie something is left out or altered. I found myself clutching my phone hard a few times in excitement as if I hadn't seen the movie before. Looking forward to reading the last two. If you are holding out just like I was because of the writing style try to bare it, you don't notice it so much once the story moves along.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3G9IG5SQ2J2RG?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't know why I waited to read this series for as long as I did, it is really fantastic. Action at every turn, suspenseful, surprisingly unpredictable. This book, the first in the series, is heartbreaking and violent. Character development is incredible and you quickly become attached to the main and supporting characters and begin to despise the antagonists. The writing is to the point and quick, which is perfect because once you get a few pages into this you are going to want to plow through it as fast as you can. It's that good!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16QLLWAAHD3SP?ASIN=0439023521	Good Books...... if you can get passed kids killing kids	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The only reason I read these books was that my daughter wanted to read them and I wasn't sure if I wanted her reading about kids killing kids.  What else might be in them??? So, I read them reluctantly..... They were actually very well written and clean as far as sex and language go.....just have to get passed the ""killing"" thing. lol The books are good and totally hold your attention.  My favorite is the 2nd book ""Catching Fire""......better than the movie. And, yes, I let my daughter read them and she loves the them.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RROBA30QVM4K6?ASIN=0439023521	Gripping and wonderful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is a phenomenal story - original idea, well-written, and the characters were unbelievably compelling! I absolutely COULD NOT put this book down! It tells the story of Katniss Everdeen, a poor hunter from District 12 and her selection as a tribute for the annual Hunger Games. The story is a roller coaster of events: Her relationship with Peeta Mellark, the other tribute from her district, her journey in the games, and her ultimate well-earned survival. I HIGHLY recommend this book to all age groups. It is a must read!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLY0VPOW2RRIZ?ASIN=0439023521	Interesting Premise, Interesting Writing Style	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Really like the use of current tense in this book. The short matter of fact statements work really well to get you wrapped up in what's going on. Very easy read and I tore through it pretty quickly.<br/><br/>The plot is interesting, but ultimately I started to realize in this book (and throughout the rest of the series) that the big, thought-provoking payoffs weren't coming. I guess I'm a bit over the age limit of the target market. Still, you can do a lot worse. Just approach it like watching a popcorn movie: don't think too much.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LMCRLEPCNQ51?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing Book World	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The world created by Suzanne Collins in this book is horrifying yet captivating. It's shocking, violent, &amp; full of turmoil. Putting the book down once I got into it was not an option I wanted to consider. She made an unbelievable idea believable, characters likable, and despite being disgusted at the concept of the Hunger Games, I found myself wanting them to win. I am looking forward to reading Catching Fire next!<br/>*Update: (read first time in 2010, read again just before the movie came out and once again after I saw the movie).</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30B8RFSOROH8O?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games - not for the faint of heart	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book, great to be able to take it on my Kindle! A thought-provoking roller coaster ride. The violence in the book is a lot for a child, though. It's a PG-13 book that I don't recommend for teens prone to nightmares. It WILL make you think about economic justice (income and wealth disparities), the appetite for violence in our society, the corrupt and corrupting nature of much of reality TV, the potential perversions of genetic science and the abuse of power. An easy, won't want to put it down, read, but by no means a light one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AHST0N7JLAA8?ASIN=0439023521	it's a keeper.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book had me hooked from the first page and I could barely put it down. I thought it was fast paced, well worth the time and the money, and kept me entertained, and I then read the next two books in the Trilogy.<br/><br/>I love the world that it's set in, a very dystopian society that requires tributes of teenage/young adults competing in a battle to the death. This is not a new ""theme"" but it is a fresh take on the story line that made me really appreciate Katniss and her struggle.<br/><br/>Well worth the time and the money.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RAASK6K46LZM9?ASIN=0439023521	A wonderfully crafted masterpiece	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">By now, there is probably isn't anyone that hasn't heard of the Hunger Games. The story is amazing, as is the story's heroine; Katniss Everdeen. The story is brutal at some points, beautiful at others and when you turn the final page of the book you sit there longing for more. The book is written in a compelling, easy to read and humorous way that makes it easy for anyone to pick up and fall in love with. It is getting people to read that would otherwise never read and spans multiple age groups; it is deserving of a five star rating.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24Q5G3BO5LWO4?ASIN=0439023521	A brave new world	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was so hesitant to read this book. Mostly because I watched the movie first and thought it was okay. Well, when I saw the previews for Catching Fire it looked so amazing I gave the books a go because I would much rather read the book first. So within 3 weeks I had all three novels read. This was a wonderful book and I recommend it to everyone that likes a dystopian society novels like Divergent. I found that I like the diversity of characters and society and the secrets that lie beyond. Read this and you are destined to want more.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1193D0RDEARDB?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I watched this as a movie recently and did not expect to like it because I do not usually like books in the teen/young adult genre.  I was pleasantly surprised by the movie; I actually like it a lot.  I decide to give the book a try as well, and found it to be quite entertaining!  The character development is good, and the book is an exciting quick read.  I am impressed!<br/><br/>I like the book well enough that I will read the sequels as well.  Well done book, and I highly recommend it to fans of both fantasy and science fiction.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4VKGXTOTD0NM?ASIN=0439023521	Riveting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins did a wonderful job of developing an interesting yet horrifying storyline, adding twists and turns that make it hard to stop reading, as well as, making you fall in love with the characters and their simple desires for survival. A compelling, action-packed, subtle love story that makes you smile and be thankful for all you have, she delicately balances innocence and evil, love and war, in a way that appeals to boy or girl, man or woman. I highly recommend this book and can't wait to dive into the rest of the trilogy!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FF9RZ3QY6U5V?ASIN=0439023521	2 out of 3 not bad?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Enjoyed the first 2 of the series. Even enjoyed the movie sort of. However (spoiler alert) the third book killing of characters that I connected with needlessly; and the never-endng ""mental illnesses"" of the remaining characters was a complete and total disappointment. It seemed like the author was searching for a way out, and chose a pathetic and mind numbing path. I should have been warned and just quit after the second book.<br/><br/>I hope they don't continue with plans for a movie sequel, I will avoid it purposefully.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VB3L1FIZCLF8?ASIN=0439023521	Pleasantly Surprised	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't want to read the Hunger Games books for the longest time, because I was sure I wasn't going to like them. I'm not one to jump on a band wagon and read a book or see a movie simply because it's what everyone else is into. Plus, I've never really liked books set in dystopian societies.<br/>I ended up seeing the movie with a friend as something to do on a summer night, though, and decided that since the movie was pretty good, I might as well try out the books. I flew through the books and am currently finishing the third one.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJ9I83GPM4MLC?ASIN=0439023521	We, the Capital Population	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">While reading this book, I consider myself is actually the Capital population who view this hunger game as an interesting event. Even though I know this is wrong, the book is so engaging and induce our brutal mentality. I kept reading it days &amp; nights. However, the book does contain a few boring passages that are obviously used to take up extra space. Especially at the end, I kind of skim through the last few chapters. That's why I've given it a 4-stars. Curious about each player's dying method makes the book even more entertaining.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXV16TT7Y6V21?ASIN=0439023521	Absolutely amazing!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">&lt;Warning:Possible spoilers&gt;i lovethe Hunger Games. How does Suzanne Collins do it?she has made a ""post apocalypse future""story, and yet it seemsso simialr to our world today,only grotesquely altered.The Hunger Games provides endless opportunity for fanfiction,roleplay and just imagining. Katniss Everdeen is a true heroine,and the supporrting charachters are marvelous. The Hunger Games is full of action and adventure,yet there is a deep emotional undercurrent. all things considered,the hunger games is delightful book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6F9LQIEUSQGR?ASIN=0439023521	kind of takes a dive early in	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The first few pages that I read of this book left me thinking that it was really going to be quite good. However, very soon after the writing becomes fairly pedestrian and the remainder of the book seemed sort of rushed. Perhaps Collins had to dash off the novel for the sake of the movie? For whatever reason it happened, I found the book to be disappointing and not completely worth the few hours it takes to read the breezy lightweight prose that comprises the majority of the book. I won't be reading any of the others in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31JEHE647UCCW?ASIN=0439023521	If You Liked the Movie...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">...you're going to love the book.  After hearing that teenaged girls were gaga over this, I expected a fairly lightweight read.  But the main character, Katniss, is interesting and fairly complex.  Strong, and yet at times, vulnerable, she and Peeta bring morality and thoughtfulness to the issue of how to survive this year's annual televised gladiatorial bloodbath.  This interesting dytopian view of the world is set sometime in the future, yet I couldn't help wondering while reading, are today's reality shows so very far from this?</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3ES09HP807QWK?ASIN=0439023521	"Read it, See it, you will ""hunger"" for more!"	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm a grandmother and after three of my grandchildren read this trilogy, and talked about them, it caught my interest.  I love a good story, regardless of the genre or generation.  This is a very good story.  The book is a fast read that keeps your interest from the 'get-go'; you will wish it would not end after the third book.<br/><br/>If you are still doubtful about getting this book, rent the movie, you will get hooked.  In fact, I bought the two oldest grandchildren (girls 23, and 21) the silver mockingjay pins for Christmas!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1V2IX7EY83UUV?ASIN=0439023521	Simply Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">There are not enough words to describe how truly amazing this book was. I read the whole thing in a day. I could not put it down for the life of me. It was thrilling, emotional, gripping, and all around the best book of 2011. Many people compare it to the next Twilight, but it is not at all. This book has an actual premise and the characters are like people you've known all your life. The plot development of this book is completely riveting and once you start I guarantee you, you will not close it until you finish the whole thing.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3G7PD3Z7MCC6U?ASIN=0439023521	FANTASTIC!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I got this free in the Lending Library and finished it in about 7 hours.  I literally could not put it down!  I read a lot of books and this is most definitely the best book I've read in a long time.  Original, fast-moving plot, great characters... what more could you want?  I don't usually look forward to movies based on books but I admit that I'm looking forward to the release of The Hunger Games movie on 3/23/12.  It will be interesting to see how true it is to the book.  Now I'm off to read the 2nd and 3rd book in this trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUCN84FI7EC8R?ASIN=0439023521	Don't pass this up	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm an avid reader that reads all different types of genres, and I can honestly say this book is one of my favorite dystopians. I love the Katniss and Peeta. Katniss is very headstrong and will do anything to protect her family and friends. When she steps in as a willing volunteer to take her little sister's place in the Hunger Games, she is certain she will die. But having lived in the poorest district in Panem all her life, survival against all odds is something she knows. Yet to win the Games, she will have to survive and kill.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18EZ363EP6JA7?ASIN=0439023521	I see why they made it a movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My grandson ask me to read Hunger Games after reading it for school. This has been my first chance to do so, love it. I can see why it was made into a movie. Being involved with costuming for several years made me want to recreate the those described so beautifully. The whole book was a love story to me. Not just  for show to win the games but her love for family. This has it all, love, hope, risks, suspense, death everything needed for a good book or movie. Maybe I'll watch it next or maybe I'll order the next book in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FBOI6DNUGCTE?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I heard about this book and then the movie and wanted to see what all the hype was about. The beginning was a little slow, but I kept on going because I knew it would get better. And it did! The second part of the book ""The Quell"" was amazing. You literally feel every emotion while reading this book from sad to happy to angry to confused to overwhelmed. I highly suggest you read this book and then go see the movie. I would not, however, let younger children read this book or see the movie as it is graphic, both the book and movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJBNQOBNNVC5X?ASIN=0439023521	WOW!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I LOVED this book! It was so intense. I was completely hooked after finishing the first chapter. I love Kat! She is such a strong character in so many ways and is always fighting for her life and the people that she loves.  I absolutely fell for Peeta. I think he may be the most selfless person ever.  He completely and wholeheartedly is willing to give up his life to save the life of a girl who may or may not even like him...This book is full of action and suspense. I can't wait to see how this trilogy will be portrayed on screen.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UR37HLJQHNMV?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved this book!  Exciting, fast paced, romance and a story and plot you can really melt into.  Did I forget to mention original?  A society based off of the US but with districts.  A lottery win for the lucky girl and boy then you get to fight for your life and this is an honor.? Winning means more than your life, it means a better life but at the expense of others.  Not all agree with the Capital and rebel against the taking of life for the pure pleasure of the Capital and there lessons.  You won't be able to put this book down.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KO8C9OAU6VPE?ASIN=0439023521	Great Surprise - Awesome Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When The Hunger Games came out I never intended to see the movie or read the book. I had no clue what it was about but I just didn't think I would be interested in it. My massage therapist after many months finally talked me into downloading the book. I started reading the book and could not put it down. I was fascinated by the premise of the book and literally could not put it down. I finished the book in less than a week. I am hooked and will continue reading the trilogy and also watch the movies so my husband can view as well.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28IV4JYHJVK3K?ASIN=0439023521	I think I need therapy now.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well, the realism portrayed by Suzanne Collins is enough to make me contemplate therapy.  It is a disturbing world she has created.  While a fiction novel, it is not merely a fiction novel.  I recognize many parallels with our world.  It has definitely given me long fits of thinking.  In short, this is why we read books, isn't it?  However, to have one this good is rare.  In fact the story is wonderfully thought provoking and is appropriate for anyone over 12 years old.  I have read this book twice now, and the whole series once.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22N5GJR4BNGZY?ASIN=0439023521	CAN YOU SAY WOW?!?!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So I first purchased this book a couple of months ago. My goal was to read it and the other two before the movie came out. That totally didn't happen. I saw the movie last Friday night and decided it was high time to read the books since the movie was AWESOME! I must say, the book did not disappoint in comparison. I loved every minute of it!! So good I purchased the next one right away and am almost finished reading it as well. This book (and series) has so much more in it to demand a reader's attention than most books! READ IT!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1A2481G8FREYZ?ASIN=0439023521	Fast and entertaining	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I avoided this book because it was so popular and because it's juvenile fiction.  Thanks to many recommendations from adults I know, I decided to find out what all the fuss was about.  This book has very fast plotting and exciting situations, and overall I enjoyed it very much.  But I do think that the plot and situations are far-fetched, and you can only consider this science fiction minus any actual science.  (It's definitely more like science-fantasy.)  If you liked this book you should go read Ender's Game.  Trust me on that.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3EX64RCZMS4CT?ASIN=0439023521	Best book I have ever read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am so excited to keep reading, but will be so sad one the series is over. This book mixes suspense, action, and romance in the most perfect way. Not only is this book very good, but it is very well written. It goes into very good detail but not enough so you will get bored. I could not put it down and it always left me wondering what was going to happen next. This is the most amazing book I have ever read and I would recommend this book to everyone. If you liked the movie you will love the book. It is at least 20 times better.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3710YSXSF2EYQ?ASIN=0439023521	Hard to put this one down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow... I love this book! I don't usually read books like this, but this one sucked me in from the first page! At first, I had no interest in it. But then I started noticing that it seemed like everyone was reading it. At first I didn't see why everyone was going crazy over it. But all of my friends were giving it rave reviews. I finally decided it was worth trying out, but it was so much more then something to try out! It was so exciting &amp; suspenseful... and I stop here as not to give away anything! Now maybe you'll read it too!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMHBTE7R5KJ80?ASIN=0439023521	A must Read Book!!!!!!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">There comes a book once in a life time that changes people inspires people and a book that will forever change our world . (i know i am being really dramatic but it was really really REALLY good) and i think The Hunger Games is one of thoughs books. civiliation will never be the same. it is a really good book. i am 11 years old i read all of The Hunger Games. i am obssed with the book it is amaze. (amazing  kids slang) i saw the movie on opeaning day at 3:25 and school ends at 3:00 i loves it i recomend it to evryone !!!!!!!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HXCJIVVFKDII?ASIN=0439023521	Hype is well-deserved!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is one great little book! I'm not one for adventure/sci-fi-type books usually, but this one was a page turner. I admit I jumped on the band wagon because all the hype, after finishing this book, I'm looking forward to the other two. It's easy light reading that you can probably finish in one sitting; I'm a super slow reader, so it took me two evenings to finish it. Sometimes I found myself gripped with suspense, other times I was laughing because the main character's sarcasm can be quite amusing. Anyway, highly recommended!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZCYZMEGS0F9S?ASIN=0439023521	An adult who likes The Hunger Games.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Since The Hunger Games is supposed to be a young adult book, before I bought it I checked with my 16 year old granddaughter.  She assured me that I would like it (we both loved the Harry Potter books) so I bought it from Amazon.  It came in a timely manner and to tell the truth, I could hardly put it down.  Great book for any age in my opinion.  I also saw the movie which is mostly true to the book. I convinced one of my daughters to read it too and she also loved it.  In fact, we saw the movie together!<br/><br/>Marjorie Apel</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17HQSRVBXE4P4?ASIN=0439023521	Riveting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My daughter wanted to read this book, but the reviews seemed like it was pretty barbaric. I wasn't sure it would be appropriate for my 14 year old, so I made a deal with her that I would read it first and let her know if it was okay for her.<br/>Several days later, after I had downloaded and read the entire series, I agreed that, although they were quite violent, the books were truly exceptional.<br/>I ended up reading the series to her, as well as her 13 year old brother and my husband.<br/>We enjoyed these books immensely.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2E3T39ZHBQC0W?ASIN=0439023521	Lived up to all the hype	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Imagine competing in a brutal competition where the victor is the only one to make it out alive.  Not only that but it is televised every year.  What used to be North America is now a country called Panem and is divided into districts.  Every year the capital holds the Hunger Games with two participants per district.  The book mainly concerns the happenings of the contestants from District 12.  Told mostly from the point of the view of the female contestant, the tale is very well written and definitely lived up to expectations.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AW6YH1IBCVCT?ASIN=0439023521	A simple read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A decent story, but not too profound. The style of writing is too simple, almost like something you'd progress to after having read Goosebumps all along. The story is uncomplicated and slightly Twilight-ish when it comes to the kinds of detail the author chooses to focus on (if I'd known, I'd have reconsidered buying). After all, with a teenaged female protagonist and written from a feminine point of view, I should've seen it coming. Otherwise good enough when you have a few hours to spend reading something reasonably engaging.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6FAQIQXN21E0?ASIN=0439023521	Really loved this book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie first not knowing there was a book series so I didn't understand the hype over its release.  I was very impressed with the movie and having just finished reading the book, I am very impressed the movie was so faithful to it. There were some scenes from the movie that I didn't quite understand at the time (Katniss's anger towards Peeta, the berries), but having read the book makes much more sense.  ""The Hunger Games"" is an outstanding work of fiction and I will definitely purchase ""Catching Fire"".</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WJ4V1SAQ14T7?ASIN=0439023521	HUNGER GAMES	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was an unexpected surprise - I didn't expect to enjoy this story as much as I did, particularly with the serious nature of the content.It was fast paced and kept my attention throughout.  I got to know the characters well and felt part of their lives.  The heroine, Katniss, is not only realistic but easy to relate to.  She is not a super-hero but a brave individual who keeps to her personal integrity and fights for what she believes in.  More Katniss's in the world would make it a better place. I look forward to the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CH7CYLOE5WGJ?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't Put it Down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">At first I was not interested in this book, but I heard the movie was coming out and wanted to make sure to read it first.  O-M-G! You do not know what you are missing!!  I could NOT put this book down.  It was especially hard at night (which is when I usually read) to put this book down so that I could get up in the morning.  It only took me a couple nights to read!  A must read for people of any age!<br/><br/>If you have ever read 1984 or Anthem, there are some themes from those that you will notice in this book as well.  Soooo good!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LY6PMMGQTVOR?ASIN=0439023521	Peeta Please!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book basically holds a carrot in front of your face the whole time. Tempting you to read one more page just one more until you have read 3 books in a week. All I can say is she wrote the characters so well I now miss reading about them and wonder what they are up to. It is one of those book series that makes you feel empty and sad now that there is no more. I am pretty sure I loved the supporting characters more than the main heroin. Petta is amazing and probably does not exist in real life an extinct creature now in days.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3K6B5KP7EHLNH?ASIN=0439023521	"""Katniss, the girl who was on fire."""	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">""The Hunger Games"" is a must read. If you are looking for a YA novel that knows how to pull you in and doesn't ever let go read this book. I have not enjoyed a novel this much since ""Harry Potter"". ""The Hunger Games"" consists of likable characters, amazing imagery, and unrelenting suspense and action. I read this book in two days and I'm usually a slow reader, but I had to know how it ended. Since this is the first in a projected trilogy, I cannot wait for <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Catching-Fire-The-Second-Book-of-the-Hunger-Games/dp/0439023491"">Catching Fire (The Second Book of the Hunger Games)</a>.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UUE5O6EFT6ET?ASIN=0439023521	Furthermore it questions the entertainment programs like reality TV	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A very relevant story not only about the life in the future but also the life we are living today. Most science fiction books are really telling a story about the problems we are facing today and Hunger Games is no exception. Though we are not facing many gladiator fights with children, we are considering how we value others' lives. Furthermore it questions the entertainment programs like reality TV, as the Hunger Games easily can be seen as a grotesque reality program.<br/>Excellent writing and characters with personalities!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TY6D225N3112?ASIN=0439023521	Liked it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I think this is a great book for teen readers. I think it is well written and fun to read. It is hard to put down once you really get into it. As an adult there wasn't any surprise to the ending, but how it occurred was fun to follow along. There is a great message here about materialism versus pragmatism and what should be really important to young girls. I appreciated that the girl did not fall for the obvious romantic tie-in, but held to her own feelings and character.<br/><br/>I would recommend this book to teen readers.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29O8CX7RLLHLQ?ASIN=0439023521	JUST AWESOME...BEST BOOK EVER	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm a devoted fangirl..I loved twilight,harry potter and the divergent series but this is by far my favourite series...the elements,the characters,the storyline itself captivates me..this is like my 3rd time reading it and it feels New each time plus I'm obssessed with the movies and katniss which makes me totally obssessed with Jennifer Lawrence and the rest of the actors..I wish I could've given it 100 stars but sadly I can't..It's never to late to get hooked onto this trilogy..CAN'T WAIT FOR MOCKINGJAY PART1 to be out :) :)</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHJU7JWV8QHPG?ASIN=0439023521	Like most books, it is much better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I decided to read this series after having watched the film, as I suspected that there was much about the characters that the film could not portray. I was pleased to find this to be correct, that the characters were much more nuanced and complex, and their motivations, in particularly Katniss and Peeta, became more clear. This book was an easy read and kept me engaged from start to finish. I enjoy the social questions that this book poses and it makes you think. Great book and I look forward to reading the rest of the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MBO06EK4VHL6?ASIN=0439023521	Exciting and touching	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this book and find it very exciting .<br/>The author is pretty good , able to create a strong image of both the male and female characters.<br/>I really love the female character and her personality is strong and tough . Also she is clever and skillful which attracted me a lot.<br/>Together with all these excited an thrill scene, the strong relationship between the female character and people from other district touches me. I am an emotional person and can cry easily , some of the scene really made me weep.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XZLUCD48SVJ5?ASIN=0439023521	First Kindle Read Addictive	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read The Hunger Games as my first ever Kindle read and purchase. Just loved the book and it became addictive. Read the trilogy in a week-haven't read a book in a few years!! Have started many paper books but just haven't finished them. Heard about the Hunger Games and thought to myself that is something I wouldn't want to read or see! I was definitely mistaken. Couldn't wait to finish book one and get the other two.<br/>The Kindle was a gift for my birthday and I just love it. I think it is easier to read than a paper book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGAJQ18SL1KD?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The ""Hunger Games"" is a wonderful story.  I did not think I would enjoy this book since it was supposed to be for young adults.  But, once I started reading the story I felt like I could visualize the scences and the action.  Wonderfully written, dynamic story and when I got to the end I had to order the next two stories in this trilogy.  These books are exceptional written.  I truly advise you before, you see the movie, read the book. It made the movie truly enjoyable.  This book and the rest of the series will blow you away.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2F0BNN6EPOKDR?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for more games!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow!  What a book!  This book came recommended to me by a fellow co-worker.  He did not steer me wrong.  Once I started reading this, I could not put it down.<br/><br/>This story is so dark, with a splash of hope.  This book starts out like the ""Lottery"" I had to read in college, but goes much further.<br/><br/>In my opinion, there is a bit of our society in this story.  How our society loves the silly fashion trends in the book(Lady GaGa) and violence is the big issues in this book.<br/><br/>Add this to your reading list.  You won't be disappointed.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21P0KL09PM8AG?ASIN=0439023521	Shocking, Mesmerising	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The concept of this book caught my attention from the get-go. A brutal, barbaic future where the government pits children against eachother to slaughter. A heart-wrenching spectacle where it is kill or be killed.<br/><br/>I was drawn in by the characters and the dilemma they faced, ultimatley they would have to kill their friends or be killed themselves. The conclusion in the arena left me unable to put the book down and resulted in buying the last two because I just had to know how things were going to turn out.<br/><br/>Loved this book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUYBI9VT0HYT6?ASIN=0439023521	An exiting novel	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games was a very exiting, breathtaking novel. I chose the rating of five stars because it tells a great story with a relatable main character and an unlikable villain. I liked that the story took a unique, competitive turn to a dystopian society. I could not find anything that I did not like about this book. And to say that this is just a teen novel would be incorrect. This book is anyone who enjoys a dystopian novel with some gore, violence, and romance. So have fun reading, and may the odds be ever in your favor!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24YXGQ5928DVN?ASIN=0439023521	A testament of will	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is not only about the main characters it ignites your own spirit. I find myself examining and empathizing with the districts as well as the capital. There are many ideas of how to create peace. One would say the capital has achieved that. But they do this with absolute control and instill fear within it's captive audience. This series leaves you feeling empty to examine your own behavior. Suzanne Collins is a brilliant writer and creates characters you aspire to be like. (Hopefully not Cato characters though)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18VGHZBWXCZI0?ASIN=0439023521	A thrilling page turner!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This story really got me hooked and I loved the characters...for the most part. One annoying thing for me was how weak Katniss's mother was, under the circumstances of the story I don't feel that this really served any necessary purpose at all and it plays into one of the most irritating and often reoccurring elements of YA books. Other than that this is a thrilling story, the prose really flowed for me  and while there is a romance element to the story, it is nice to read about a teenage girl that is not obsessed with a boy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SM1SZ1NF3CXD?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">While reading this book i found myself on a emotional joyride. The auther f this book gave the reader so much detail that i could literally draw the picture in my head. The was she introduced characters, the sentence fluency, and most of all the setting really completed this book. There are some authers who like to rush the story but ive found that Suzanne Collins knows exactly how to write a book. This book/trilogy is one of my favorites. I will show these books to the children i will have. This story is simply a masterpiece</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJ4YBQFQVG46Y?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games book one	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great story.  As an adult reader it definitely had sufficient action and depth of description to hold me.  It was hard to put down and there was enough tension etc to keep me up until the wee small hours!!  I felt that the characters and situations were well developed.  I read the Kindle version and had no problems.  I only wish that the other two titles in the trilogy had been available in the Kindle format.  It's a good read and I would recommend it as a gift for early teens but adults, I am sure, would find it attractive.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RCTL2TC1PZH5?ASIN=0439023521	A great story and a fun read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie and liked it so much I bought the book! I was very pleasantly surprised at how well the movie captured the essence of the book's plot and characters.  The book is easy to read and kept my attention page after page after page!  It has lots of action and conflict and is thankfully not overly graphic. The author did a wonderful job of developing the personalities of the main characters and making the story's premise credible.  I highly recommend it and am looking forward to reading the second book in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Z9M246UZ172P?ASIN=0439023521	Non-stop action..	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Having seen the movie and loved it, I was eager to learn more about the story, which is often shortened and summarized in the movie version. I was not to be disappointed. The book provides a slightly different version of events and a more detailed account of the adventures of Katniss and co. You will come to understand things such as why Gale's name is in the bowl so many times and the relationship or lack of, between Katniss and Peter. Even though I knew the story, I enjoyed the book as much as, or even more than the movie.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Q3A62B4JGYHW?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games left me hungry for more!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My daughter turned me onto this series.  She had posted a review of this book on her YA Book Review blog [..] At first, I really wasn't sure it was for me based on what my perception was of the book, but I immediately got sucked in. I read it in two days I was so compelled with the storyline.  I highly recommend this novel to anyone looking for something new, fresh, unusual but extremely engaging.<br/><br/><a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Hunger-Games/dp/B002MQYOFW"">The Hunger Games</a> The Hunger Games is sure to please anyone who loves a good fast paced action adventure.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RR70KSALF9TA0?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Take some time and sit down and just read the entire series.  This book is the first in the series and it had me hooked.  I read it in 2 days.  I'm not one of these people that can stay up until 4am reading but if I was that's what would have happened.  Katnis isn't a typical heroin.  She's a loner and kind of surly, and completely clueless as to how talented and interesting she really is.  Which made me lover her and root for her and suffer with her.  You could stop after this book, but do yourself a favor and keep reading.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ATCMHR5XJYU6?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent book for adults and teenagers	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My adult daughter recommended the book to me and I was attracted to the mind-bending premise of an annual ""games"" that killed 23 of 24 young people involved in it.<br/>As I got into the book, I could not put it down. Suzanne Collins' prose is wonderfully spare and to the point.  Her story, examining a plausible future, is an achievement of imagination and insightful social commentary. And to top it off, it's a tremendously-engaging thriller with unlikely heroes who are anything but perfect.<br/><br/>Three cheers for The Hunger Games!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QVTN5X63M8PR?ASIN=0439023521	Grossly Overrated	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I know that I am not the target audience for this book, but after all the hoopla, I had to read it.  The teenage angst becomes tiresome and the rebellion theme against all all powerful evil government authority is nothing new-the Star Wars series and Logan's Run being a couple of theatrical versions.  The emperor has no clothes, and this book was all hype and very little substance.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3J1FSPL72DH5D?ASIN=0439023521	Not the best but not the worst	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Overall it's not a terrible book at all, in fact there is so look much symbolism that is over looked in the general synopsis. The constant political scene combined with the simplicity of a romance creates a beautiful tale that is intellectually stimulating and absolutely riveting, while the action appealed to a completely different audience. This book is a masterful mix of different genres all mixing to create a book that draws in people from all walks of life, providing each of them exposure to something new and different.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3F99RDX7JU4I8?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome, addicting story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Thank you, Suzanne Collins for making my life so wonderful!<br/>I only learned about this book when I saw a preview for the movie, but once I read it, I knew I'd been missing out for a long time.  The story is riveting, and it's impossible to read one chapter without wanting to read another.  When I finished The Hunger Games, I immediately bought the next two books (and a mockingjay pin).  I would absolutely recommend this book to anyone interested.  (It is a little scary/violent, so I'd say it's appropriate for kids 10+).</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2E0KA2VU44L3L?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent story of struggling to survive	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great survival story through the worst of adversity.  Sure the times are generally tough day to day but they get so much worse without seeming that way to the people in the story.  Yet they never give up and find ways to try and understand each other and try to make things better.<br/><br/>The most compelling part of the book is the action game, which really is non-stop tension.  The way the story flows, discovering more about the players in the game through the action in the game is fascinating and makes the book hard to put down.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Z6ZTGOS2CPU3?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Really like the book....watched the movie last year...book much better.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWYZ5KX1KB2PU?ASIN=0439023521	Overall superb writing transcends minor style pet peeve	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Once I got over the author's decision to follow the advice of every community college writing class in the nation and do everything possible to lend immediacy to the storytelling, including writing the entire series in the present tense as if it is one very long headline, I found myself carried away by an excellent story and a cast of complex characters. Katniss is strong and deals with her adult and adolescent problems with as much grace and integrity as possible, while still feeling at times like a child, like we all do.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HNEMVCTPG634?ASIN=0439023521	A truly amazing book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Having read this book at the time of its initial release, and having waited impatiently for the subsequent books' releases, I can honestly say it is no less powerful and moving the second time through. Katniss is a fantastic heroine and the author's development of her character is superb. She's flawed, imperfect, relatable. In addition to Katniss, Collins gives us a cast of highly engaging supporting characters, some likable, some less so, but all important and entertaining. I highly recommend thus series to any age group.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MQ9JH53JBYU4?ASIN=0439023521	Not sure what new can be said	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My coworkers had been raving about this book for months. I purchased to read while on a European cruise vacation. On day three of the vacation I had finished the first in the series and was hooked. I paid for Internet aboard the ship not once, but twice to download books two and three. I finished the series as I landed in JFK and was captivated the entire flight back to the US.<br/><br/>I highly recommend this book to anyone who's ever read Brave New World or 1984 as there are several parallels through the series. Enjoy!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ADHXIKYLOJWQ?ASIN=0439023521	Don't let the Stephenie Meyers rec put you off . . .	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This series makes Twilight look like a shabby, poorly crafted Mary-Sue piece of fan fic. Oh . . . wait . . .<br/><br/>Instead, take Stephen King's word for it. This is a post-apocalyptic tale that calls to mind his earlier stories; The Running Man and The Long Walk with the dystopian reality show themes. Yes, the main character is a teenager and this is sometimes a little too evident but overall it's an enjoyable and easy read that pulls few punches as you would expect from a series featuring children killing each other.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16UFUD61CPRY0?ASIN=0439023521	Why?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">**this may include spoilers to Battle Royale**<br/><br/>Yes, I'm another person defending my love, Battle Royale<br/><br/>This book, I just can't find words to express how disappointed it has made me.<br/>Hunger Games moves too slow, and not in a good way.<br/>Sure, it's good to stretch out important parts to build suspense, but Hunger Games makes it a bore.<br/>I'll read this book and 30 minutes later I'll look at my watch and notice they haven't even got into action.<br/>Also, the sappy love story. The teens don't even care about it, they care about who's ""hotter"", oh please.<br/>I've talked to older classmates who love Battle Royale (I'm far too young to read Battle Royale, I'm just a 14-year-old girl) and they talk about how it's so incredible that Shuya will risk his life to save his best friend's (who was killed by the government) crush since she is injured in her leg.<br/><br/>In Battle Royale, 42 junior high (9th graders for the US) students are forced to kill each other by the government and I'm ALWAYS excited to see what happens next. The first chapter is a bit slow, explaining the relationships between the students that have grown up together, crushes, whores, nerds &amp; such. But after the first chapter, everything gets serious. The rules of the game, how they get students to run into each other (kindalikeHG??), how a couple tries to survive while one has an injured leg(HG??). There has been talk about releasing battle royale (the film, yes, it's also a film) in theaters multiple times since it's release, but the subject matter has always been considered too extreme. This is the closest thing to a banned film that we have had in the last decade. Collins ripped the plot of a property that had failed to puncture the American mainstream because of its extreme content, and softened it to appeal teens, which is arguably the only audience in America reliably buying books. This is not talent: it is business. Teens are their target.<br/><br/>Calling Hunger Games a ""reinvention"" is just a nicer way of saying plagiarism, especially since she never even mentioned Battle Royale in her influences at all, which is suspicious. Considering the basic premise and various details are the same, I do not see why people are fighting for Hunger Games with small differences. The author is not completely stupid, she's not going to write the exact same novel translated again, and it's not that hard to twist the circumstances to seem ""different"" enough. Takami (the author of Battle Royale) has stated his inspirations and there is noway that Collins wasn't aware of his work with Battle Royale.<br/><br/>And yes, if Battle Royale was an American book people would be all over Collins' ass right now screaming plagiarism. But no, since it's not, the defense is, of course, ""all authors grab their ideas from different sources"" and that ""Hunger Games is written soooo much better"" (which, for the record, is not a fair comparison unless you read Battle Royale in Japanese while being fluent in Japanese)</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VBTWJV1YN5V0?ASIN=0439023521	Riveting post-apocalyptic tale	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is an amazing post-apocalyptic/dystopian novel set in Panem, the former USA. This nation is ruled by The Capitol and surrounded by the 12 districts. In an effort to wield control over the Districts an annual competition called The Hunger Games is held, in which one girl and one boy from each District competes in a fight to the death, which is televised night and day during the competition. When 16 year old Katniss Everdeen's little sister is chosen for the games she steps forward to take her place; Katniss does this knowing that she is probably going to die.<br/><br/>This is a concept that has been explored in many different novels over the years. It's a bit of 1984 with a dash of The Running Man and a heaping serving of Survivor. What really sells this book though is Katniss. She is a fighter long before she is chosen for the games. She is the sole means of food for her family, hunting against the rules, dealing in the black market, a strong female protagonist who is not going down without a fight. By using her survival skills and forming an alliance with Peeta, the other contestant from her district, Katniss becomes a challenger in the games. Along the way she is also confronted with her feelings for Peeta as well as those of the boy she left behind at home.<br/><br/>I love that this book is written for Young Adults in a way that is exciting and engaging, while at the same time opening their eyes to injustice without it seeming like a history lesson. So many topics are touched upon; a nation filled with so many poor and a handful of very rich, the use of fear to govern, Big Brother watching every move, even the issue of our addiction to `reality tv' and questioning how real it is.  To have a female character that uses her brains to survive, without losing her humanity, is a great achievement, although the games and deaths are very, very brutal. The burgeoning love story between Katniss and Peeta is handled well, with just enough romance to not be mawkish and the book doesn't wrap everything up completely, since the last line is: END OF BOOK ONE.<br/><br/>The tiniest of complaints is at times some of the writing feels a little repetitious, but that is a small criticism for a truly riveting story.<br/><br/>Now I need to get Catching Fire, book 2.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROQ3HUCFJDLN2?ASIN=0439023521	Will Love Conquer All?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is set in America's post-apocalyptic future. A civil war has resulted in a new nation, Panem, divided into twelve districts, and lorded over by the Capitol. To remind the districts of their defeat in the war, the Capitol has devised the Hunger Games, to which every district must send one male and one female contestant between the ages of 12 and 18. These contestants fight each other to the death. The victor wins lifelong spoils for him- or herself, and a yearlong bounty of rations for his or her district.<br/><br/>District 12 is a poor part of Panem, in the coal-mining hills of Apalachia. A scrappy girl named Katniss Everdeen and the baker's son, Peeta Mellark, represent their district, which has only produced two winners in the 74-year history of the game. While Peeta has been chosen by lottery, Katniss volunteers when her younger sister's name is drawn. Love gets Katniss into the games. Will love also get her out alive? That's the central question at the heart of The Hunger Games.<br/><br/>In my opinion, the best test of a story is whether I can put the book down once I've started it. I read this book in two sittings, only because I had to sleep. Suzanne Collins has drawn characters that are interesting, a plot that is suspense-filled, and a moral that is worth considering.<br/><br/>Despite the gruesome nature of the plot's premise, the violence in the book is not overdrawn. But it is gruesome enough to make you question a culture which thrives on violence as entertainment (both Panem's, and--frankly--our own). It also makes you question the social control that authoritarian governments lord over their citizens. Freedom is, if anything, the freedom to be left alone to live a life of your own choosing.<br/><br/>I'm not sure if this book is appropriate for children under the age of 12. But attentive teenage readers, not to mention adults who like a good story, will enjoy this book, both for its artfulness and for the moral questions it raises.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PB16GAOV6N2F?ASIN=0439023521	Futuristic Surprise	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had no real expectations of type of story this book held. I had been told ""you will love it"" ...I was drawn into the lives of these characters, that seemed to make me feel like they existed in a world similar to medieval times in history, yet could be a run down neighbourhood of any community of modern times. Obviously the hardships Katnis endured during her life gave her the survival instincts needed to not only survive these games, but the humanity to view her competitors as fellow human beings and not just predators.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2EP06VAWDE8G?ASIN=0439023521	Review of The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is really dark with the  reaping of teenage children for the Hunger Games. Young Katniss really has to balance survival against her humanity. At the end her humanity triumphs but this puts her and her family and friends in danger of punishment by the Capitol. After reading this book, it leaves you anxious to read the other books in this series. I have also seen the movie and am looking forward to seeing the films made of the two other books in the series but although the movie was good, the book was much better.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XWD8PUCBPIKN?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I finally caved and picked up this book the other day, and found myself sneaking in chapters whenever possible.  The book is a fast and engaging read, and I really found myself caring about the characters and their outcomes.  I felt there were some similarities to ""The Running Man"" and ""The Long Walk,"" both by Stephen King, but the book was still rather unique despite this.  I can see what all of the hype has been about, and have already picked up the second book.  I suspect I'll be done the series by the end of the week!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5JV6RRQW5CGF?ASIN=0439023521	Compelling Story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I decided to read the book after seeing the movie, because It seemed I was missing part of the back story.  The book was a good read, the characters compelling, not as much in depth character development or Panem (where the book takes place) back story as I am used to with writers like Branden Sanderson or JV jones but that being said I finished the book within 48 hours.  I think part of the equation is that these books are young adult books. P.S. Jennifer Lawrence (Katness) in the movie is just as visualized in the book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ELTT156OXMT3?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I just finished the Hunger Games and it was a amazing! From beginning to end nonstop action. Lives lost. Betrayal. Trustworthiness. This book clearly has the makings of a good novel right down to the bindings. With the thought knowing that all but one will die. Until it takes some surprising twists. I recommend this to anyone who likes a book of action, adventure, and tragedy. But make sure you have a lot of time because once you start reading you cannot stop. If you don't get it you are missing out. Get the Hunger Games!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38X307STAU6BT?ASIN=0439023521	BEST BOOK EVER	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">OMG!!! I loved this book! I only started because one of my friends kept reading it non stop. She begged me to read it for about a week before I gave in and started it. I couldn't stop reading, the second I came home I would read for like two hours. I finished it in about a week, now me and my friends are waiting for the movie. I am currently on the third book, ""Mocking Jay. If you are looking for a book, I would defiantly recommend this. As long as reading about death, starvation and other hardships doesn't gross you out!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LBUX5NXLY5O?ASIN=0439023521	The YA Running Man	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I first picked up this book I thought it would be like a YA Running Man which would have been amazing if it was just that.  It was better because it was very different and a full rich world.  I loved that it was smart as well as an emotion hammer to the chest.  It felt very real which is hard to do in Sci Fi alone but in YA Sci Fi this stuff is very very rare.  It's not safe.  It's not predictable.  You might not like everyone but you will get were they are coming from and I hope you loved this book as much as I did.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Z6G1HTU384TP?ASIN=0439023521	I am going to read this again and again	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I spent all summer going in and out of Borders. Each time I passed up this book for what I thought were better reads. Boy was I wrong. I bought the book on my father's Kindle and instantly became hooked. I flew through and plan on rereading it. To me this book is a mixture of The Giver and The Uglies with a twist of violence and survival. The twists and turns caught me and pulled me in deeper into the book as I read. It took me three days of forcing myself to put it down at times to read it.<br/><br/>I highly recommend this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2THKRRQBHS3RI?ASIN=0439023521	Reccomended for all ages! Fantastic!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is amazing and has tons of action.  You never know what is going to happen.  I usually don't like reading but I couldn't stop reading.  Katniss started out just going to save her sister but it ended up being a lot more than that.  She finds creative ways to survive and makes some friends along the way.  She has a couple friends, but more enemies.  When 24 people come in and two come out, it is a very scary contest with lots of action.  I reccomend this for everyone and will probably read it again in the future.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RM3YF6MXODNG?ASIN=0439023521	I'm not a huge dystopian fan, but I liked it.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's an engaging story with relatable characters. I have to admit I didn't really want to like it. I read it because everyone else seemed to be reading it and I didn't want to be left out of the conversation. I also like to read the book before I see the movie. I won't say it's one of my favorite all time stories, but it was an enjoyable read. So, even if dystopian fiction isn't your thing, the quality of the character development and complexity of the word Ms. Collins creates is enough to keep just about anyone engaged.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3M55VO9ZTCIT4?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was recommended by friends after saying I enjoyed the twilight series. I have to agree this book was much more compelling. It has an absolutely awful subject matter that sickens my stomach and saddens my heart especially knowing human hunting does still exist in some countries. Even in our own country murder is similar. And the killing of innocent children is beyond atrocious. You just have to will and want the two victors to come out winning despite though poor beautiful children like Rue who fall before them.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17IK1ZLKW41XL?ASIN=0439023521	A Great Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of my ""bookworms"" read this book from beginning to end with few stops.  She's proud to have read the book before seeing the movie.  She's well aware that books contain much more than a movie does.  This story had her interest from the beginning till the very end.  I recommend this book and series to mid teens and older.  It truly is not meant for preteens.<br/>After reading The Hunger Games we discussed the characters and why they did what they did, etc.<br/><br/>Enjoy this book and the rest of the series.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26PV2M75UEHPY?ASIN=0439023521	Gripping	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't know what to expect from the Hunger Games. I knew it was written for younger readers so it didn't really interest me. Then it came up on Amazon for the Kindle for $1.99 one day so I grabbed it. I am so glad I did. The story is gripping and I still cannot believe this was written for young readers. As an adult I was drawn in by the characters and twists in the story. It made me buy the rest of the series as soon as I was done. If you do read this book make sure you finish the series. You will not be disappointed.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KX5A1M4HYLO4?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was hooked on this book from the beginning and surprisingly really enjoyed it as it wasn't my usual type of read.<br/><br/>I decided to read the book before seeing the film and I'm glad I did because I don't think the movie does it justice.<br/><br/>I really enjoyed the writing style and really enjoyed the concept of the brutal future society, however, I'm not sure I would be happy with my 10 year cousin reading it as I think some chapters are a little rough.<br/><br/>Highly recommended but maybe for over 12 yrs!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32ZKYY4P1S4PW?ASIN=0439023521	Unprecedented	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Shakespeare first penned the concept of star-crossed lovers in Romeo and Juliet, and countless other stories have taken some version of that idea in order to keep the audience engaged with the drama that concept provides. Suzanne Collins amazingly does the same thing in the 21st century, penning a new concept that prevents an audience from putting down her book. There are certain books everyone should be familiar with at least if they do not read them: The Bible, Lord of the Rings, Romeo and Juliet, and the Hunger Games.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HWK7UCKWGKMY?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins is probably the most compelling book I have read in a while! It draws you in right from the first couple pages. You really get to know Catniss and how she thinks. You get to see Petta and Catniss' relationship mature through the games and what happens after the games. Collins has a great imagination and really came up with a thrilling yet touching story! I recommend this book to everyone! Just be prepared to read all day! I can't wait to see the movie and start reading the second book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIP0UEBQFBBSN?ASIN=0439023521	The first one is the best	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">For me, this was a ""can't put it down book"".  The premise is original and well developed.  The descriptions are both rich and brutal.  The ending was cruel because I wanted more and had to immediately download the next book.  I have to say this first book of the trilogy was great, the other two, not so much, especially the second one - full of teenage angst and over-thinking by the main character.  They might be more appropriate for younger readers than me.  Others have said it well in the reviews of the other two books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RRFE37RS7NUP?ASIN=0439023521	Impossible to put down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The only thing wrong with the book was that I didn't get anything else done around the house during the day or so I took to read it. I simply couldn't stop reading. I'm taking a breather in between books 1 &amp; 2 to read the second Fire and Ice book, Clash of Kings. I got both as gifts over the holidays. I'm ordering Catching Fire and Mocking Jay at the same time so I won't have to wait for shipping or the hold list at the library. I've checked on Indigo and Shoppers and the books are 2x the price of Amazon. Cheap is good.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZ0OXH2DW07ID?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm in my late 20's and I remember my little sister having to read this book over the summer about 2 years ago for school.  She was about 16. She's not really the reading type but I remember her exclaiming  how good the book was and doing a project on.  I hadn't realized that it was a young adult book at that time. But after seeing the movie trailer I had to read it.  It's a great thing I did, because this book has now been added to my top favorite books.  It's a good read and a great story. I'd recommend it to anyone.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24E5GQ8FX3APT?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!  not just for young adults	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I won't go into a retelling of the plot - that irritates me with so many reviews - I just want to recommend this book on the highest level -- original, thoughtful story and characters I cared about.  I couldn't put it down and though the story holds up as a single novel, I couldn't wait to get the sequel, Catching Fire -- though not on Kindle... I actually had to buy the book.  I anxiously await the next ""chapter"" in this story.  I don't buy many full price books for my Kindle, but this one was well worth the price.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UF9FZT73BM9V?ASIN=0439023521	One of the Best Books Ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was such an amazing beginning to an incredible trilogy! I remember back when I first heard about it, I didn't really think it was a story I would care for, but everyone kept raving about it and I just had to see what all the fuss was about. It absolutely blew me away and I actually felt depressed when I finished the series because I didn't want it to be over. I highly recommend reading the books before seeing the movies because the books draw you in and have an affect on you that you just can't get from the movies.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXGH7KSGGQA4Y?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic original read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've seen this series on the best sellers list for a long time &amp; thought about buying them, but held off. I ended up see part of the movie &amp; wanted to know more about the story. I'm so glad I finally bought this. The story is so original you can't predict what will happen! Katniss Everdeen is a strong rebelious girl living in a very different world than what we live in. Can you imagine children being forced to kill other children in a deadly game for there to be only one winner? I'm glad the story is fiction &amp; not real!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6Q3GU1WNR9EF?ASIN=0439023521	Wow!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was not going to read this book... the hype was too much and I just didn't want to read it. I thought that it couldn't really be that good, as good as everyone is saying....<br/><br/>Then, once the movie came out, I secretly downloaded the book and began reading it. I think I read this book faster than any other book I have ever picked up. Wow! This was awesome. Seeing the growth and depth in the characters, the action and adventure... this book had it all. Thank you Ms. Collins for bringing this amazing book to us!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20I7ZC9Z2JG6I?ASIN=0439023521	Great books!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love the Hunger Games trilogy! It's enough actions and adventure to keep the reader entertained while adding some underlying romantic moments. I like this series so much because its not the typical lovey-dovey teenage girl read; it's a journey of a heroine who struggles through tough choices. I enjoy how it's written because although you figured out the ultimate ending, you have no clue how the story will arrive there-meaning its not predictable. I'm very happy with this purchase!! I would recommend this whole series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SQ9TXSVDIN30?ASIN=0439023521	This is a very entertaining book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm not very prone to reading this genre of novels. However I wanted to read it because my son recommended it to me. So I bought a paperback version in spanish. I started reading right away and couldn't stop until the end a couple of days later. I knew then that I wouldn't wait until my regular bookstore had books Two and Three of the series available, so I bought the three books of the series at once from the Kindle Store. They are pretty inexpensive, a very nice and entertaining reading. In all, I'm happy I read them.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3I385MF9CC66T?ASIN=0439023521	Bryce beer	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It stinks<br/>B<br/>ryce joke about the party of Canada and Mexico city council and Mexico city council and pick up the party of Canada and pick up the good work with the party of Canada and pick up the good work with the party of Canada and pick up the good work with the party of Canada and pick up the good work with the party of Canada and pick up the good work with the party of Canada and pick up the good work with the party of Canada and pick up the good of a backdrop to James Coneythe call to action in the party</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIYNE7152HJ78?ASIN=0439023521	My review obviously wont matter but...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">There are just some books you can't adequately put into words exactly how it makes you feel. The Hunger Games series is one of them. No matter how many times I read these books it still draws out the same plethora of mixed emotions in me. It's such a bittersweet story but I feel like the underlying message is important for anyone who craves freedom from oppression. The idea that one person can spark a great change gives me hope in life and as President Snow says ""The only thing greater than fear, is hope"" (les</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2T090OQVCX94P?ASIN=0439023521	THE HUNGER GAMES (REVEIW)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely love the book. I think that it had the right amount of romance, sadness and danger. The plot was amazing and she brilliantly wrote the Hunger Games. I think that anyone ranging from teenagers to older adults would love it. The Hunger Games is totally appropriate for anyone, my mom, my brother,my older friend and I read the series and we all adored them! The Hunger Games are my second favorite book series (and I have read a LOT of books)! You are going to fall in love with the Hunger Games again and again.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MIIADYXI8L1M?ASIN=0439023521	Everything that I expected	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had heard a lot about these books and I found them very well written and couldn't put them down.  The characters were well developed and each had their own distinguished personality.  The ending left you on a sort of cliffhanger, leaving you almost no choice but to read Catching Fire and Mockingjay as well.  I highly recommend this book and the rest of the series. I have enjoyed all of them and the Gregor the Overlander series by Suzanne  Collins that I read years ago.  All in all it wad a very good book and series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1EJQKKGG7DQHG?ASIN=0439023521	Exciting and engaging	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I downloaded a copy of The Hunger Games after hearing great reviews from a friend. I wasn't disappointed and I immediately read it a second time after finishing it.<br/><br/>Katniss has spent every day trying to survive, and she continues to be strong-willed during The Hunger Games. It's nice to have a lead female character who is so strong and honest. She also has a sense of humor.<br/><br/>The book clearly showcases oppression and an unjust government. It also has the message of believing in yourself and overcoming adversity.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSE94UOF7FTY6?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I like this novel for some strange reason. Sure its a ripoff of the far superior Battle Royale, but its still a fun book. I enjoyed the detail that Suzanne Collins puts into her work, as well as the believability of the characters. There is not much else for me to say, but if you are a fan of well written stories as well as books were there is a lot of action, this might be a good book for you. I do think Katniss is one of the great literary characters of modern times, so I would highly recommend it if only for that.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BRJVL5SILCYN?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing Books!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was nervous at first buying this trilogy because everyone's reviews are about how the font changes in size all the time, turning pages some of the pages are missing.  I bought the trilogy set anyways and couldn't be more happy!  Yes it did have minor flaws but you can reset the font size and as for the pages, flip back a page and flip forward again and it appears so it's not the end of the world.<br/><br/>As for the books themselves, AMAZING!! I absolutely loved these books and I'm sad I'm done with them already!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1EOOQQ6JU9EFQ?ASIN=0439023521	It had me from hello...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I started to read this amazing book I couldn't put it down. I had read Stephen King's review on it after I had finished it. It's such a mind blowing book but with a nature of kindness. What Katniss goes through is just a brought on adventure. I'm waiting very ""patiently,"" for the next book Catching Fire that I hear will be released in September 2009. That date is not coming fast enough but thankfully I have Just After Sunset to read and other books. But I love this book and have recommended it to many people. (:</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R382BMLB0PBJDV?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a wonderfully written story about Katniss, a sixteen year old girl who is chosen as a female representative for her hometown in the Hunger Games. A game where children aged between 12 and 18 years old to fight to the death in order to entertain the rich.  This book is really intense,I could not put it down. I would recommend it for ages 12+ because it has a lot of violence in it. Suzanne's description was really well done and she even made it into a love story. I enjoyed reading it and I'm sure you will too!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RULMIXFMEJZOX?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever!!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book. I got it at about 6:45 one morning and read it on the bus(even though I get car sick ) then I finished all of my school stuff as fast as I could just to read it after school I rode the bus (glued to it) again. When I finally got home I read it until I had finished it. I sat for a while, still in shock of the ending. Next I went to some of my favorite parts to reread then. This book is awesome and it did make me cry (I get really into Books)  if you are looking for something exciting read this book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OZAH4CKQRPJR?ASIN=0439023521	I never would have picked up this book on my own...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I never would have picked up this book on my own. I saw the movie and didn't like it. In the movie I didn't understand the relationship between Katnis and Peeta. Everyone said ""you have to read the book, the book is so much better."" So I did. The book is great! It Cleared up alot of questions. I'm going to have to rewatch the movie now to see if it makes more since. The movie does follow the book quite accurately though. I give the book 4 stars because although I wasn't blown away I was pleasantly surprised.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XVM0TCBJXFT6?ASIN=0439023521	Surprisingly Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I first heard of this book I was very reserved about reading it. I heard about it from my 12 year old sister and at 11 years younger than me I felt this book was below my reading standards and would bore me... I can say nothing that would lead you to this conclusion! I decided to read anyways and found myself enthralled and utterly glued to every word. This book took on a brand new story line unlike any I've read before. It captured the readers imagination and attention, I promise you won't want to put it down!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KOO3IBFFBTX9?ASIN=0439023521	awesomeness	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">24 tributes, 2 from each district, must fight to the death and there is only one winner. When Katniss' little sister, Prim, is picked for the Hunger Games; Katniss volunteers to take her place. Now she is on a journey to survive the Hunger Games. Who will win? Plus, in my opinion, I thought the Hunger Games was an intensive book. I just couldn't wait to see what would happen next in the book. It was just so exciting when I read it. You have to read this book!!!<br/><br/>It was awesome!!!!!!!!!:)<br/><br/>by Lynn</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3587NQ2S55KU?ASIN=0439023521	CGE Student Review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A sci-fi thriller by Suzanne Collins. An immersive story of a teenager in a much bleaker future than most would expect where one glamorous city rules over 12 poverty-filled districts. The protagonist of the book, Katniss Everdeen, volunteers herself when her little sister, Primrose, is chosen to enter the ""Hunger Games"" where 23 other ""tributes"" (2 from each district) battle for survival in a huge arena. The story is about overcoming a challenge. I recommend this book to anyone looking for an action-filled thriller.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21JHRDX9WEDIE?ASIN=0439023521	Great fast read!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie coming out and I just knew there was a book associated with it so I went to look on IPAD in Ibooks but I found nothing then off to the kindle store I went I download the first book loved it halfway thru I had already bought the second book and then I the third read them all in a week and started over again!! The first book is so great fast easy read keeps you guessing building up the suspense loved it!!!! Hated the ending but into the second book I went!!! All books were great wish there was more!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LXMCSAYC31ZX?ASIN=0439023521	This is not just a book for the YA folks - read it when you have lots of free time because you won't be able to put it down!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a wonderful, wonderful book!! I could not put it down! I was captured by the story, the characters, and the possibilities of what the next page would hold from the moment I started it. I'm not saying anything more descriptive about the actual tale because it would be too easy to step into being a spoiler. I'll just say that I believe this is a book that has something for nearly every reader and I can't wait to start on the sequel! Kudos to Ms. Collins and my sincerest thanks for a thoroughly enchanting book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NDPK8O18JE9V?ASIN=0439023521	Just OK	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great concept, fast paced action, page turner. But in the end it was just OK for me. Where was the spiritual/moral dimension of the character development? For example, WHY did characters do what they did, for good or evil? Surely there wuld still be a few folks who believed in God after all that had happened.  I read the reviews of books 2 and 3 in the trilogy. I probably won't read them. Many thanks to those who included spoilers so I know how the story turns out without having to buy and read the other two books.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RO2JU2Y4X9YWS?ASIN=0439023521	Great Premise: Kill or be Killed	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great premise for a book: kids battling to the death.  I’m not a huge fan of the why or how, but taking that out of the equation this book is filled with action, suspense, and gore.  You really feel for the people trapped in the districts, and especially the children forced to battle with each other to keep the peace.  I could not imagine one of my kids having to go through such an ordeal.  In addition, the characters are well-developed and the book is well written and has good pacing.  I recommend checking it out.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBE1YHPUNRUCU?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for More!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A Young Adult friend recommended The Hunger Games to me a while back.  When I had some reading time, I downloaded the first book to my Kindle and was HOOKED.<br/><br/>Katniss Everdeen is a believable teen - not mature beyond her years, as many YA heroes are (here, I'm thinking Ender Wiggin in Ender's Game) - who inhabits a world that is a cross between Shirley Jackson's The Lottery and the real life Molly Maguires.<br/><br/>Collins builds an interesting dystopia.  I hope she writes another trilogy set in Panem.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TYQB2FUACVSU?ASIN=0439023521	Great concept for a book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The hypothesis of these books intrigued me enough to overlook a couple of missing things that, had they been there, could have made them brilliant. Given our seeming obsession with Reality TV the idea of the world in the book is just a great notion and so the concept of these books make them kind of the Brave New World/1984 of our age. The Hunger Games books don't have the depth, so therefore the brilliance, of those just mentioned but they are still worth a read. A great idea and imagination behind them certainly.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TDPYB64VPPUZ?ASIN=0439023521	Pretty good!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a really good book and I like the story and it has interesting plot the one thing is its kind of weirdly written like sometimes when listing things she doesn't have an ""and"" or it seems like she's trying to do some good writing but it ends up confusing or not in proper grammar. Overall it's a very very good book!<br/><br/>I recommend this book to people who like action, suspense,touching moments. ( See isn't that annoying? ) This book has gotten a bad rep as gory and scary bit really would be fine for 9+.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RP0LTOIU6KW6N?ASIN=0439023521	Perfect for long car trips	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was the perfect book for a long car trip.  Before starting, I was only curious as to what all the hype was about....after finishing??  I am hooked!!  The action is non-stop and the experiences Katniss goes through are believable.  I love that throughout it, Katniss stays true to her nature and her desire to remain herself.<br/><br/>Also as a side note, I find that the movie actually did a really good job staying true to the book, which is a rare thing nowadays.<br/><br/>**I purchased this through audible**</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZHVGLG8Z8SXZ?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I first heard about the book my first thought was that even though it sounded interesting I most likely would not purchase it. The reason was that I thought there would be alot of violence in the book. Since my daughter fell in love with the series of the 3 books, and recommended them saying there was not much violence at all, I decided to buy it. Well, she was right. I was completely caught up in the story and it was very difficult to put the book down. Now I am also enjoying the second book, ""Catching Fire"".</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KK0415I4VW03?ASIN=0439023521	Panem what have you done to your children?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games kept me thirsting for more as I become more interested in this strange and bizarre land.  The main characters were developed quite well and I immediately cared what happened to them. We only drips and drabs about Panem; maybe just enough to keep us curious and speculative. The relationship between Katniss and Peeter is also very intriguing. I am looking forward to reading  book 2 of the series- it is definitely worth the time. It's a quick page turner in which you lose track of time while reading.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CODYQ7IN6AYW?ASIN=0439023521	Easy Read, Little Sad	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Been hearing a bit about this book because of the recent movie release which I still haven't seen. Thoroughly enjoyed, easy read, good pace and a different theme which kept you intrigued. Read the three books over one weekend so obviously quite enjoyed!! Reminded me a little of books I used to enjoy as a young reader like ""Tomorrow, When the War Began"".<br/><br/>Subject matter definitely a little sad though, left me feeling a little subdued to be honest. But great read especially for those who like an easy read.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OU0BUQUAX9WY?ASIN=0439023521	Book is like A great action movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It took me a bit of time to get into the book, but once I did I just had to finish it. Cliffhanger chapter endings don't let you put it down easily. There are tons of awesome reviews here explaining the narrative. For me it is the story of an underdog with a commitment to family and thus strong will to live. The love triangle part is probably put in there for young adults, but can be a bit annoying and a cliche. I didn't it give it 5 because for me 5 it something that just blows your mind away - lord of the rings.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R380EN93CRPI5Q?ASIN=0439023521	Fast and Engaging	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This story sweeps you in with an selfless character in a terrible situation. It's a quick read that leaves you ready to pick up the next book. The characters are raw and the concept is unique. It's a terrifying portrait of a broken society and a gripping survival story. Highly recommended.<br/><br/>Anyone who enjoyed this might like The Labyrinth Wall (currently free for New Year Special <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Labyrinth-Wall-Obsidian-Series-ebook/dp/B00HMFAESO"">The Labyrinth Wall Obsidian Series ebook</a> or Divergent (<a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Divergent-Series-Veronica-Roth/dp/0062024035"">Divergent Series Veronica Roth</a></span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SBQYS57QF081?ASIN=0439023521	Love this series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I came upon the series much differently than most of the other fans. I became a fan after seeing the second movie without having saw the first or read any of the books... I know who does that, but I kinda dance a beat of my own drum....<br/><br/>After seeing Catching Fire on a whim I was intrigued and went back to read The Hunger Games to help catch me up... I loved this book and the 2 subsequent books. Great writing, great story, thought provoking and sad in the ways that is mimics our world in so many ways...</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PM72086VJVDO?ASIN=0439023521	May the odds be ever in your favor and then get slaughtered.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The hunger games is about north America being cut into 12 districts and then the Capitol every year 24 contestants go into an arena to fight and die a brutal awful painfull death. This book is one of my favorite books it has so many different genre types.  The gore is a huge part contestants go take knives swords or any other brutal weapon and kill each other one kid gets his neck snapped another kid gets a spear through the heart not going to say who. But it is still a fantastic book and would rate it 5/5 stars.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1G3U684OIY0HL?ASIN=0439023521	I don't even like fiction...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I usually read non-fic only as it's hard to get over the fact that a novel is kind of just a book of lies. However, the idea behind this story seemed interesting, so I gave it a try and ordered a copy. That was a good choice, and I've got the second book on the way.<br/><br/>Everybody has probably already summed up the book, so I guess my angle is that it's interesting even if you're not a fiction person. Seeing individuals aggressively pushed past existing limits in a dystopian world provides food for thought.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ERZFBN3AL9QD?ASIN=0439023521	climbing trees	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Many things have already been said about the Hunger Games series - both good and bad.  I resisted reading it for a long time, but once the movie came out, I could not resist.  One thing I have noticed as a direct result of this book is that kids are outside more and they are learning to climb trees again.  They want to learn outdoor skills such as archery, building campfires and using thier imagination to solve problems.  This is great - they are actually turning off technology and tuning in to their environment.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QCN19HZQ0R4I?ASIN=0439023521	Great series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read all three books and I thought they were great. I think they try to show the futility and the destruction of war and of people killing other people for any reason. But these books also demonstrate that some things are worth fighting for. Very emotional and well written books. Thanks to the author for her work on this series. Katnis is a very complex character. I hope the film is as good as the books were. Suspect that those that have read the books will get a lot more from the movie than folks that did not.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHA1MR3B7EWZ?ASIN=0439023521	Different	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I can't believe how much the movie left out! This is the first time that i made the mistake of seeing the movie before reading the book and i regret it sincerely!!! The book has more background and meaning then the movie ever thought of showing. In the movie i thought that Peeta's love was also an illusion put on to help them get farther in the games and that i only hoped that he was really in love with her but now I know for sure that he is madly in love with her and that she is conflicted between him and Gale.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UGXWPNXTF3IW?ASIN=0439023521	Smooth, slick, pacy read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fast paced teen fiction ~ Let The Games Begin<br/>Part 1 of a trilogy<br/><br/>Not highly original but that makes no-never-mind as it is such a smooth, slick read. Plenty of non-stop action - a bit bloodthirsty but not overdone. Plus a bit of romance with star-crossed lovers and a bit of teens getting the better of adults. Nice to have a strong female lead and I guess you can forgive her shortcomings because of her youth.<br/><br/>I enjoyed it and have moved straight on the Part 2 ... but will it wear thin?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FHBI0VK11A7W?ASIN=0439023521	Entertaining and easy to reda	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is a book with a plot that reminded me about a Schwarzenegger's film The Running Man. Later I heard about the film so I decided to buy the book. It is very entertaining, but do not expect the book of your life. Also for me, that I like to read in English to improve my level, is a book easy to read. I also recommend to see the film after reading the book, they are complementarys. Now I am reading the last book of the trilogy, so I can say it is addicitve, you want to know what is going to happen.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QO72IRZMSPDB?ASIN=0439023521	Surprise!! Surprise!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A friend of mine had told me for months that I should read this book. Finally, I bought &amp; downloaded it to my Kindle. What a pleasant surprise!! I enjoyed it immensely! You will read, I'm sure, that the story is about children killing children which is true. There is violence, but with little gore. I couldn't wait to see the movie, which I also enjoyed. I have since purchased, and read, the second book in the series and will soon read the third. The books are very well written and leave you wanting to read more.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KSUM2KC6YR16?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is so captivating and rich in detail. The author didnt rush it at all and it shows. This book is about a dystopian society where 24 teenagers from each District is forced to enter the Hunger Games and fight to the death. It deals with society and moral issues and has a growing romance between Katniss Everdeen the heroine of the story and Peeta, a boy from her district that was reaped along with her and whom she will eventually have to kill. I recommend this book very highly, there's none other like it.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DJY7N0H7CF4K?ASIN=0439023521	A Humbling Indulgence	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was addicted to the story from just the first few pages (and that never happens to me).  I was also very humbled by this story.  Makes me feel grateful for what relatively little I have in my life. A lesson many children need to learn. I found myself yearning for more...can't wait until the sequel!<br/><br/>This book is great for adults, so don't let the YA classification deter you from reading this book!  I also don't think it was too brutal for the YA audience - I would rate it PG-13 with strong parental caution.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17C9D9V10H06Y?ASIN=0439023521	Peeta's bum leg	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Much better than the movie. I couldn't help but picture the actors form the movie as I read the book but I guess that was bound to happen. I was also amazed at some of the things that changed in the movie like Peeta and his injures form the games as well as how bad Haymitch was. I was impressed/surprised by how long/short the part of the actual games was in the book, I assume it would be much longer than it was. I'm glad I went back and read it after I had seen all the movies, so now on to the next one already.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FS2PKKCTS6Q0?ASIN=0439023521	Hey!  Down here!  A Kid's Perspective of The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read the trilogy when I turned 11.  Though this seems a young age, it is not.  Sure, there are some parts that most would think are morbid, but I am unlike most, and I would quite like to stay that way.  Just like Katniss.  Even though she is a celebrity whose every detail is known all across Panem, she is still herself.  Sometimes, people try to change her, but she stays true to herself.  So, if you are saying that kids should keep their faces out of these books, you re sadly mistaken, and now, you know why.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RO3S2MVXF52AX?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was reluctant to read or see the movie. I did see the movie and had to read the whole series and the story was fantastic. Easy to read, interesting concept and characters and not a complicated as your average scifi fiction. Also not overdone with teenage angst like another teen fiction series.<br/><br/>Only one thing i didn't understand was Amazon's pricing on the individual ebooks vs the series price. it was cheaper to buy the individual ebooks by about $2. So check out the prices before buying the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROOOFS6ITZ7LZ?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great book! I well be getting the next two, and I haven't even finish this one. It had a way of pulling you in to the story. I lose track of time once I start to read... It really take a good book to pull me out of the craziness around me, so this one can do that not many can. two thumbs up, five stars, and anything else good that can be said should be said about this one I love it :-). Can't wait to get my hands on the next two! Btw I got it on my kindle fire so no shipping time and stuff... So yay!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14S493J4URA7O?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I honestly purchased the <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Hunger-Games/dp/0439023521"">The Hunger Games</a> so that I could read the story before I see it in a movie.  The name of the movie, the name of the book goes against every fiber in my being; although my look into both were for a glimmer of hope, humanity, and optimism:  I found all 3.  It was still exceedingly difficult to suspend my beliefs and sublimate to enjoy the book and eventually the movie....  I will give it another try and read the trilogy, before I totally count myself out.  Hurting Wimp</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3S5G79P2T4GP8?ASIN=0439023521	Simply amazing book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book exceeded all the expectations I had for it.  I was looking for another good book to read and hadn't been able to find much of anything.  I had heard this series was good and so I tried it.  I wasn't able to put this book down until I finished it.  The author really brings you into Katniss' world and makes you feel what she feels.  More than once I thought of what it would take to turn our world into theirs and how my life would play out if that happened.  Great great book and I recommend it to anyone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OES94HX1VZID?ASIN=0439023521	Great for adults too!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I just finished reading this book and found it very entertaining and fast-paced.  There were a few slow parts where nothing was happening that I skimmed over, but overall, this book is a very quick read.  Although the characters are all young, I do think that adults will enjoy this book as well. I just wonder how in the world they are going to kill off children/teenagers in the movie version without ruining the story and action sequences!!  I look forward to reading the second book to see how things continue.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11CVOFJDF82GQ?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't Put It Down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this after I saw that Stephenie Meyer has recommended it. (I'm a Twilight fan...) And I couldn't have been more pleased. It gave me the same kind of feel as Brave New World or 1984, but a teenage version. Though, it's not just a book for teenagers. In fact, I wouldn't give it to a kid under 13 or 14. Quite gory, but keeps you on the edge of your seat. I definitely didn't know it was going to be a part of a series, so the last page kind of made me freak out a little bit, but I'm ready for the next book!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TAPAEBK80BN?ASIN=0439023521	Best Book Ever!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book. It is written so well. Suzanne Collins really makes you sit on the edge of your seat. She came up with an amazing plot and designed everything so perfectly. I love the whole love story thing between Peeta and Katniss but it's driving me crazy because I want her to fall for Gale. I wish that Peeta would understand and not be angry with her. This is the second time I've read this book and I promise you I wasn't disappointed. I'm reading the trilogy over again and can't wait to start Mockingjay!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24QMO7ORF5W8V?ASIN=0439023521	Compelling, page-turning read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I avoided reading this novel for years, because stories about children being forced to murder each other for the entertainment of a dystopian society are really, really not my cup of tea.  I was ultimately persuaded by a friend to give it a try.  Ended up devouring it in less than a day.  I doubt I can add much to what other readers have said.  This first book of three is tightly plotted, and the prose flows effortlessly, drawing you in from the first line.  It's a very good read and I certainly recommend it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JBVST3G0CKOX?ASIN=0439023521	good teenage thrills	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's clear why this is a best seller. Well-written, fast-paced, and engaging, it moves the reader into an alternate world immediately and keeps us eagerly awaiting the next event. That said, it's also clear that this is a ""young adult"" book. The relationships and reflections of the characters are true to their youth and the adult characters are seen through those young eyes--somewhat distant, stereotypes of adults wielding power. I'm an old lady and I was glad to have read Book 1, but I won't go on to Book 2.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RH2K1678DV4M0?ASIN=0439023521	very good easy read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really liked this book.  It was quick, easy, and fun to read.  I recomended it to some people after reading about it in a magazine and they finnished all 3 before I even got to start.  And they were both right.  After I got to a certain point in the book a few chapters in I couldn't put it down.  And I had to read the 2nd book right after to see what happened.<br/><br/>P.S. if you continue on to view details on the 3nd book don't read the description on the 2nd book or you will have something big ruined as I did.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FHAZ8LTCJ1OW?ASIN=0439023521	... dystopian society fiction with rebels is one of my favorite guilty pleasures and Hunger Games satiated that craving	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">YA dystopian society fiction with rebels is one of my favorite guilty pleasures and Hunger Games satiated that craving. This book was a really good, quick, read that did a good job of connecting you with the characters and also keeping you excited as you read throughout the games wondering what would happen next. It's rare to have a book where kids actually SPOILER ALERT SPOILER ALERT die. It made it a book that was no holds barred and that made it all the more exciting when wondering what would happen next!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3M3G4Z3I6AC5V?ASIN=0439023521	Better than I expected	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book at my husband insistance.  He never read it.  He tends to like me to read things and then give him the break down.  Anyways.... I didnt think I would like it.  I thought it was just going to be some stupid book about a girl who knows how to shoot arrows.  Man I was way wrong!  There was so much more to it.  Im always a fan of young love!  And there were even a few parts that made my jaw drop! I totally recommend this book to anyone... even if you think you wont like it.... you probably will.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2H7JSH0KPSHH4?ASIN=0439023521	Read on	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Ok so after rading mixed reviews I have decided...Most people dont think it is part of human nature that the parents willingly handtheir children over.This is not so .Look at the conditions they are living in.There is really nothing they can do without being slaughtered.President Snow is the main villan who is only in control because everyone else is to sfraid to stand op to him.Look what happened to the rebels.And there may have ben uprising in the past remember the other districts are kept from each other.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HEJC0KD2F7I1?ASIN=0439023521	:) THE HUNGER GAMES R COMING OUT!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is coming out as a movie on the 23rd!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! So EXCITED!!!! The Book was great it had so much action. I kept saying to myself,""Okay Clare you are going to put the book down as soon as this parts over. But then I ca't help but keep reading because it has you addicted!You just can't STOP! In my opinion this book could surpass Harry Potter by alot! It is neither futuristic or in the presemce. It is romantic, but action packed. It is crazy! How does this author do it!?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R362P04OO00LB6?ASIN=0439023521	Great trilogy - highly recommended	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This trilogy was amazing.  Suzanne Collins developed extremely sympathetic characters with a very intriguing and haunting plot.  A worthy addition to the dystopian genre alongside ""The Running Man"" and ""1984,"" and an interesting critique of Western narcissism.  I found myself having a difficult time tearing myself away from all three, and upon finishing the triology, I immediately scoured the internet for a complementary novel fill the void.<br/><br/>Highly recommended read (and not only for young adults)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SZ70YZHTAV7R?ASIN=0439023521	12 and up!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is apparently for people 12 and older but i think the only bad part is just the idea that teens are killing each other. There is nothing bad about it other than that if ur sensitive about what your reading. I found out about this book at camp when my cabin-mates started a 2 hour conversation on how awesome it was. When i did finally get my hands on a copy i immediatly understood the slight(more than that) obsession. its the kind of book that makes u ask questions and day dream about at school.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22W8CWVC3QH9N?ASIN=0439023521	My Hunger Games Review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I LOVED this book. This was truly a fascinating story.  I expected this book to be a basic adventure with the main charactor dealy with trials and tribulations, but I was deeply satisfied when the story line took on a romantic love angle.  There Katniss is in the wild trying to stay alive while at the same time dealing with her first real love experience which turns out to be a love triangle.  I truly can't wait for the sequal.  Suzanne Collins is a fantastic writer with a great and thought out imagination.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2F6920H7O7SKX?ASIN=0439023521	Exceedingly better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie before reading the book and fIound it to be flat and the idea of children killing children repulsive. But the praises of friends who are fans of the series convinced me to read the first book. written in the first person from the perspective of Katniss, layers were added to the story that brought new life to the story for me. I think if I saw the film now, with the depth the. took provided into the mind of Katniss, I would enjoy it. I'm planning to read Catching Fire before seeing the film.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUFDOUKYML4LO?ASIN=0439023521	Once you pick it up, it won't be coming back down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is one of my better purchases.  I was a little worried about buying it because I wasn't sure if I would enjoy it, but from the moment I picked it up, I could not put it down until I was completely finished the whole series.  In fact, after having read the series once, it's taking a bit of self control to not pick it up again.<br/><br/>If you're a Harry Potter fan, or a fan of fantastical places with a dark history/story, this book is very much for you.  I highly recommend this to people of all ages.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8UYYKY3VTXRN?ASIN=0439023521	Creative story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm one of those people who hold out on reading the popular books just because they are popular. I didn't read Harry Potter for years for the same reason. That said, Hunger Games was a good read. It's a creative story that kept me interested the whole time. I can't say the same for the rest of the series, but I don't regret reading this book or even the rest of them. I would recommend Hunger Games to anybody looking for a easy read, a little excitement, and some pretty significant moral dilemas thrown in.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGHB72KLX6P87?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">""The Hunger Games"" by Suzanne Collins is a fantastic page turner. The author gives great detail throughout the book. Katniss the main character has to do what's necessary to keep her family alive on a day to day base. Her family being the big part of her life, she steps forward as tribute in the Hunger Games. I would recommend this book to anyone over the age o ten, especially if you're not into reading. This futuristic book appeals to both men and women because of the action, the romance, and much more..</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CWY7SXARKTTE?ASIN=0439023521	Loved this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm not much of a reader. I stay so busy that I just don't have time. A client left this book in my studio. I just happened to be slow so I picked it up and read the first chapter. I was so hooked. I was sad when she returned an hour later for it.<br/> I got a Kindle for Christmas so I purchased this book and read it in 4days. Loved it. I am a hunter and relate to her love of the woods. I actually read most of this book while hunting. I am a huge fan. This story is so complex. Thank you Susanne Collins.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31AMA5X1NL9YF?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book truly was captivating. I personally am not the type of person that sits down to read a book. Or at least I wasn't prior to opening The Hunger Games. From the end of the first chapter I was hooked, my imagination moving a mile a minute picturing scene after scene just as one would picture a movie. This book is honestly a good read for men and women of all ages. I fully recommend it, and as a result of the hook at the end, I am currently onto the next one. Read this book... you won't regret it!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKH443FS3Q2P9?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a book for teenagers.  It is not particularly well written and all of the characters are two-dimensional and cartoonish, but the concept is original.  It is an entertaining story, and it has a quality that does draw the reader in and does not let go.<br/>I wish Ms. Collins continued success, and I would like to thank her for The Hunger Games.  It's been a LONG time since I got to read such an original story.  It entertaining and gave me a few days of reading pleasure.  Well worth $7 at Wal Mart.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2I7GNRXIEN0CS?ASIN=0439023521	love it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is truly amazing! It is set in such an interesting time period, and the way the world is run and the things that go on will make your mind go crazy! The characters are all very relatable, and come from interesting backgrounds with a story to tell. The far fetched concept of the Hunger Games really catches and holds the readers attention, and it automatically sucks readers in with its dramatic storyline. It is one of those books that can't be put down, and the end will leave you hungry for more!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KL5OE54K7O0I?ASIN=0439023521	Could not put Kindle down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I take reading in spurts.  Not since the Twilight Series have I enjoyed a book so much that I could not put it down.  It starts slow, but oh my after the first 2 pages, I was hooked.  It is well written does not go into endless pages of detail.  It gets right to the point.  I liked it so well, I am now reading the second in the series and have bought the last one.  It is well worth reading.  And I love reading it from my Kindle.  It goes right back to where I left off.  No crimping of pages or bookmarks.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26DLBV53ZONI2?ASIN=0439023521	What a fun book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was amazing!  I absolutely did not want to read it, but told a friend that I would read it to make her happy.  It took me about 30 - 40 pages to get into it, but once I did, I could not stop reading.  I am a 6th grade teacher and many students are reading the series too.  I thought that it would be too childish for me, but it wasn't.  I was engulfed in the book and couldn't put it down.  Unfortunately, Catching Fire did not live up to The Hunger Games.  I would absolutely recommend this book!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XDZ1BC5294N4?ASIN=0439023521	Love these books	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My sister shared these books with me, with the Kindle.  I read the whole series in a week, would have been shorter, but I had to work and sleep.  It was a great ride of a story and I was very sad when it ended.  I recommend it for adults who like action, thriller, science fiction or adventure genres.  If you are looking for a major love story, you might be disappointed, this isn't the Twilight series (thank gods!).  I am looking forward to the movies to see how closely they will get to my imagination.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35DUADRB98ZS2?ASIN=0439023521	Much better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a wonderfully written tale with vivid imagery and likeable characters.  I can see things that were left out of the movie, but when adapting a book for the big screen, it is not uncommon for details to be omitted to fit a certain timeframe.<br/>A couple details I wish had been kept in the movie, were the real exchange of the mockingjay pin, the details of the mutant dogs and Peeta's leg at the end.<br/>Overall loved the book and still like the movie.  Can't wait to start reading the next book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MWHK628QVWON?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Tried reading it before the movie came out, but didn't have enough time.  I was subbing at a school and the teacher had a copy of it on their desk, so I started reading it on my break. I couldn't out it down and knew I had to purchase a copy as soon as i got home.<br/><br/>I can now see what my friends meant about how the movie wasn't as good as the movie (due to a lot of the story having been thoughts and memories Katnis is having.)  The movie was really great, and the book is better than the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JH4EBSIESS4U?ASIN=0439023521	Fascinating premise	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Some books are character-driven, some are dialogue-driven, some are plot-driven. The Hunger Games is definitely the last of these... it's all about WHAT is happening, and the premise and details are just really interesting and well done. The characters are a little weak, and I guess it's because I'm an adult that I found the writing a tiny bit too junior, but I don't think the story really depended on those things. What stuck with me was the idea of it, and I raced through to find out how it would end.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32RRRXHW32KJZ?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed this book very much. I am not much of a reader at all. I actually have an IEP and struggled in school so I always hated reading when I had to. So when I finished the book in a week and 4 days I was so proud of myself. The book kept me wanting to read more. I just couldn't put it down. I am on the second book right now and i'm almost done that book as well. after a lil over a week. I'm enjoying this series so much when I'm done I will order more books from Suzanne Collins. Thank you very much.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12ZI6O6AU6AJE?ASIN=0439023521	I couldn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After reading several reviews and a lot of positive things from friends, I decided to give this book a try.  I was hooked on the first page and finished in a day!  That nevers happens with any books I read.  This book was gripping, exciting, and emotional.  Don't be fooled though, this book will have you thinking about it long after you have finished it.  There were parts that truly scared me and I found myself having bad dreams, but I wouldn't trade that for what a wonderful well written book this is.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27DFMDJGJTMWR?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Enjoyed a good read.  I was always looking forward to the next page.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RF0HLXRSK13TP?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">There is so much written about this series now, especially with the movie out, so I will just say that I am a 52 year old woman and I thoroughly enjoyed every page of this book.  And for what it is worth, I thought the movie did it justice (though of course the book is much richer in details and story).  I read this, and purchased the second story immediately.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BZPUPKZ4HGBI?ASIN=0439023521	great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I haven't been a big reader for the last few years. So this was the first book I have read in a while. I actually watched the movie first and loved it so much I thought it would be worth reading the first book of the trilogy so I could read the rest. Even though I already knew what was gonna happen I loved this book. It is very well written. It is intriging and an easy read at the same time. I have since read the whole series and lived it. I would highly recommend it to anyone from the ages 12 and up.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2AFRADGV392JE?ASIN=0439023521	Definitely read the book!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I first read the summary of the book, I was not impressed and decided not to read it.  I was then dragged to see the movie and LOVED it, so I decided to read the book since so many reviews said that the book is better than the movie.  They were definitely right! The movie does not do the book any justice.  There is so much detail and you get a true understanding of why the trilogy was written in the first place.  I could not put it down and certainly recommend it, even if you are not into Sci-Fi.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZS0TLYMSEMYQ?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games book review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I purchased the Hunger Games e-book 3 days after I heard about the movie coming out. When I started to read it, almost immediatley, I couldn't put it down. The movie started in theaters in a week &amp; I wanted to finish the book before I went to see the movie. No problem. I was done in 3 days. I enjoyed it so much I bought the next two e-books of the trilogy and was done with them in 11 days time. I consider ""The Hunger Games"" the best book I ever read. I love science fiction and this is one of the best.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CDH9YRGUPRKV?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic and Surprising	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I cannot fully express in words how much I truly enjoyed this book.  The characters and world created by Collins were rich in detail and didn't follow any overly predictable path.  Katniss, Peeta and Gale became characters that I cared about and I couldn't seem to put the book down until I knew what would happen to them - immediately after finishing the Hunger Games, I purchased Catching Fire... quickly followed by Mockingjay.  I highly, highly recommend this trilogy. - you will not regret reading it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CO83FZW01QG8?ASIN=0439023521	It's okay, OVERHYPED for sure	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is a decent book, some of the plot progression seems a little contrived especially the involvement of Cinna and Peeta. It felt like reading ""Hatchet"" by Gary Paulsen and Running Man. The seemingly random rules of the Hunger Games did not help. Furthermore, it would have been nice to go into some detail about the other tributes - but I guess that was intended. Honestly, other than Rue, none of the other characters are memorable. I will read the second book out of curiosity but won't get my hopes up.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2R1DSM2QWIHYC?ASIN=0439023521	Can't begin to describe how amazing it is!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book. Period. I was so into this book I wanted to read it every chance I could have. I thought the plot was brilliant and the action was everywhere. I would read it again and still be captivated by its cleverness. I have seen the movie and thought the book was so much better. I love the suspense on every page and thing that it is completely amazing. I haven't read the other to books but can't wait! I would recommend this book to any one looking for a good read and anyone who wants action!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMTH6YSPC9TLW?ASIN=0439023521	good and easy read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Easy reading as the story unfolded seamlessly and you got to become very familiar with the protagonist. For a young adult work of fiction, however, I found the dark and disturbing premise hard to accept so I quickly skimmed over the gory parts which probably made me miss some essential hi lights. I have not been desensitized to violence and pray that neither have the majority of the young readers. I am hopeful that the next two will be less so because the book definitely has some redeeming qualities.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28CZJEIT7OB9L?ASIN=0439023521	Enjoyable read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am an adult who enjoyed reading this book that is meant for teenagers. It was interesting to read about an evil and suppressive government forcing innocent children to fight to the death for survival just to prove how superior and powerful it is, and to keep the population in control. While the eventual winner was obvious the change in the rules to allow two winners was a nice twist. I would have preferred more background on the government and how it came to be but I suppose that is for the sequel.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FAQB8ZXP30OC?ASIN=0439023521	Oh my goodness!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was just so awesome! I haven't seen the movie yet but people told me it was real good. I was told the book was better so I decided to read the book before I watch the movie and I loved this book! My all time favorite so far! I was real hooked I couldn't get enough that its 3:02 am and I'm buying the second book right after writing this review and I'm gonna continue reading all through the night! I highly recommend you read this book it's just real cool and you won't get enough of it either!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2U4ZGG0M2L80C?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wanted to read the book before I saw the movie so I got the Amazon Kindle edition, It helped me appreciate both; they are excellent.<br/><br/>Collins really makes Katniss and Peeta come alive so you are pulling for their survival.  It reminds me of Ender's Game by Orson Scott Card which is high praise indeed.  It is another book recommended for young adults in which bright kids are trying to survive in the future.  Violence is not my normal preference, but these two books are beautifully written.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15IIOTMLZX1XU?ASIN=0439023521	This book is like a drug.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am 25 years old and am addicted to this book for teenagers.I first heard about this book from my roommate, then my friend from back home. My friend from back home gave me the book to read on the train. I could not but this book down. Its filled with adventure, mystery, and little romance (but it is not super cheesy). I finished it in 2 days. I'm currently on the 3rd book.. hopefully I finish it soon because its making me late for work (it is because I so badly want to know what is going to happen!)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1N0UAVAATCGOU?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">In the Hunger Games a boy and a girl from each community are drawn to participate.  Katniss has been taking care of her family for years and has more skill than her little sister. When her sisters name is called, Kat takes her place.  The games are like a reality show but much more dangerous.  The contestants must survive in order to win and it's certain death for those who don't.  Winning means food for their families and themselves.  Danger lurks in every area of the arena.  Would you like to play?</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQEVVV9O094S1?ASIN=0439023521	A MUST read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had no idea I would love this book as much as I do... all 3 books in the series are amazing.  I was transformed into her world and it was a nail biter to the end.  I don't normally reread books, but I will be rereading this quite a few times.  It is a very thought provoking story line.  It has made me see the world a little differently and I am thankful for all I have.<br/><br/>This is a great series and well worth the read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BTGFHCK6JU42?ASIN=0439023521	I loved it. So touching. So brave. So heartbreaking.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Although this isn't the first time I am reading The Hunger Games, I was still kept on my toes and longing for more now that it's over... I love book one and now I'm onto book two to continue the trilogy. I recommend this book to anyone seeking a breathtaking, exciting, intense story for people of all ages. The storyline always keeps you engaged, and it also makes you so thankful for what you have, while making you wish you had the love that Katniss and Peeta share.<br/>I will always love this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RT4QYI5F85BVN?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I decided to read this book after all of the hype that it created upon its release. I found the book to be very easy to read, and it certainly does leave you wanting to read the second installment (Catching Fire). However, I did find it to be a little immature in places, and would have preferred if it was written more for adults rather than for the teen lit. market. I‘d still recommend giving it a read, especially if you're looking for something easy to read either before bed or on your lunch break.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15QLBBFOLCK3H?ASIN=0439023521	"Never a dull moment.....epitome of a ""page turner"""	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this book.  I thought the idea was unique and I really felt a connection to the characters.  I thought it was a nice combination of character development, a little romance, and action.  I enjoyed Katniss as the strong female character and I loved how the author had some romance but it was not cliche' or to over the top.  The pacing was good and it was definitely a page turner.  Fast read, great characters, intense action, never a dull moment.....all the things I like in a good book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PH48AHVQ48V4?ASIN=0439023521	Let the game begin...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was worried about reading this series since its been so hyped up, but I was not disappointed at all! This is a gripping story which keeps you on edge and makes you want to finish this book in one sitting. I was so bummed when I ""had to"" go to sleep so that I could go to work. I thought about this all day and practically raced down and broke down my door to get home to finish this book.<br/><br/>Great characters, great plot, great writing, and interesting scenario of a future. Highly recommended!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ODBZGHBFD6AH?ASIN=0439023521	You Hunger for More	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book and storyline were riveting.  The characters were clearly defined allowing you to love/hate or both their roles within the story.  Surprizes lie around every corner and you will find the book difficult to put down. I opted to buy this book since I was unfamiliar with the plot (originally I thought it was another vampire triology). As soon as I finished this first book of the trilogy, I purchased the other 2 books.  Be smart and purchase the trilogy at a reduced price right up front. Enjoy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R367M0F72UC1O4?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I gave this book 5 stars because it is a great read. This is my second time reading it and I still can not put it down! I own the movie as well and I cannot wait for the second one. I would recommend this book to anyone. However my nine year old wants to read it and I feel it is inappropriate for someone his age. It is a complex and serious story that will go over his understanding. However, amazing book, but I would make sure you have the time to devote to it because once you start you can't stop.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GHJRMNEJKS67?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Katniss Everdeen was honorable, strong-minded and courageous, but she also had a coldness and excessive pessimism about her, particularly toward Peeta, that I could could not like. Even though I didn't much care for her as a character, I did enjoy this story. A very different world, presented in first person, and a story that holds you captive to the end. I look forward to reading the second book in this series, Catching Fire, and I hold out hope that I will warm to Katniss as the series continues.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BAG70T59ZRPW?ASIN=0439023521	disappointed	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was told by a teacher that I needed to read this series, I was so disappointed with it.  There really isn't much that happens to keep me involved, people/kids get picked to kill each other, the end!!!  So I thought I would stick with it anyway, and am now half way through the second book, it's the same exact story as the first book, even with the same people going in to kill each other. SERIOUSLY!!  I will not read the third book, this was such a waste of money.  How did this ever become a movie?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2838D15MHAOCB?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am not a big book reader by any means. Actually this is the first book I've ever completely read. I heard from a few people that this book was really good so I though what the hell. Had no idea what the book was about when I started reading, but from the point I downloaded it onto my ipad2 I think I finished it in like a week. Thats between being married a full time student and working 30 hrs a week. I couldn't put the damn thing down. I own all three books now haven't started the second one yet.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKZ0D78CMO2SG?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent read, surprisingly great for all types of readers	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Not being one to typically read this type of book (I'm a male over 35), I found this to be one of the best books I've ever read.  What a story, excellent writing.  Usually I read a book on the train over the course of a month, in that month I've finished this one AND the next book in the series.  I'm currently about half-way through the last book (Mockingjay).  Few fictional books have ever had me hooked as this one did.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R352721BQJK3FC?ASIN=0439023521	A Good Read For Young And Old	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was an avid reader for over 10 years, but life got in the way and it was more than 5 years since I picked up a book. The Hunger Games was that book, and I whipped through it in no time.<br/><br/>Designed for younger readers but filled with adult content, this book kept me interested in the characters as they played the game. Collins style is easy to follow, yet complex enough to keep the reader interested.<br/><br/>I really enjoyed this book and look forward to reading the 2nd in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30J9BT0G9QMUF?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The hunger games is one of my favorite books ever . It is one of those books I have read over and over again ! A book you would like if you like the hunger games is divergent by Veronica Roth ! The setting of the book is set into the future ! Almost every single part reminds me of the hunger games . Basically what I want to say is I love the hunger games what an amazing book and it is still selling , a couple days till 2014 wow an amazing book that I am sure will be popular for many years to go !!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2B7FLZ2FE56OJ?ASIN=0439023521	Basic reading, but entertaining enough!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this after seeing the movie (out of curiosity more than anything else...I wanted to see if the similarity with Battle royale stemmed from the book or the movie).<br/>It's an entertaining read, but is definitely aimed at young adults. The writing style is, at times, overly simplistic with the writer appearing a little lazy, but the speed at which you can read the book makes getting over this easy enough.<br/><br/>Read if you're looking for an easy read that wont take up much of your time.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VI41OA3PYEPE?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book no matter what anyone says is a great one and a great way to start the series because the action in this is fantastic and even though i'm too into the girl being the narrator but it completely works out. The characters all fit in and they work so well and i really do feel like I am apart of the Hunger Games and it's just jaw-dropping, heart wrenching fear, and just complete emotional overload that just throws your emotions all over the place. Enjoy the book and the rest of the series!!!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4IIQDVI0JLNH?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Once again it's another one of those futuristic teenage novels. I must admit, the storyline was absolutely fantastic but the story itself was a little depressing. Don't get me wrong, I loved the set up and the way Suzanne built this world and the hunger games themselves yet, the story of Katniss kind of put down my mood. At some points it was a little boring or sad but most of the time it was fast-paced and action-packed. I would also call this book a bit gory and definitely for older teenagers.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R218YFH2QWOMQH?ASIN=0439023521	better than the film	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's better than the film, not because the plot is radically different; not because characters are left out; not because we can't ""see"" what's happening. It's better than the book because we get to know Katniss on a far more personal level. Her inner dialog is our constant companion throughout the novel, and it makes a huge difference...because suddenly Katniss had motives for her actions and she makes far more sense when you know why she's doing the things she does.<br/><br/>Well done.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28RU4X5JB2QMB?ASIN=0439023521	HOW MANY TIMES HAVE WE HEARD...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">... that ""the book is much better than the movie?"" I saw the movie first and, actually, was not impressed with the movie OR the story. Reading the book... what a FANTASTIC story! So much for the expertise of  screen adaptation people on this one! I'm now reading ""Catching Fire,"" the second book in the trilogy. So far, it's very engrossing. I understand that the movie adaptation is coming soon. I hope that the people working on this one, do it some justice this time!  A great read!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SK6BB95ET9SS?ASIN=0439023521	awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great!!! Thanks a lot for giving us the opportunity to read for free a best seller I enjoyed the movie but after watching it I felt ansious about reading the book :) and I liked it a lot!!<br/>Suzanne Collins writes with such a passion that makes us feel inspired and also makes us think about the future and human actions.<br/>If you enjoy reading adventure stories or science fiction you would like it but it would be unfair not to mention the romance and values that are inside this amazing book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZU1WWY79L37W?ASIN=0439023521	Fair reading fodder...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The story is pretty good. Even though this story seems like it's been done before, I can't help but give a thumbs up to the action. The part that annoys me about this book is the amateur style the author uses. Is the story in past tense or present tense? Is the author going for detail or is she just filling the chapters with filler words? In my opinion, this is a great book to read if you have nothing else to do. Basically, it's just a notch up from twilight garbage, and a peg below Harry potter.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R331GN8UUDZLW6?ASIN=0439023521	Read the summary and really wasn't interested, but...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really had some hesitations about reading this book --a bunch of kids thrown into some type of arena forced to fight to the death? No thank you.  But it has been so popular, and when I received my new Kindle Paperwhite for Christmas, I thought I'd give it a try by downloading the Sample to my Kindle.  I'm really glad that I did and ended up buying the book because I found that I really enjoyed reading it. It is not nearly as barbaric as I thought it might be and I would definitely recommend it.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KI7VTP853R3K?ASIN=0439023521	Dont confuse this book with the horrible movie by the same name	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book cover to cover in a day over Thanksgiving break in 2011.  I thoroughly enjoyed it even though its a teen novel and Im in my Thirties.  I enjoyed it so much I was excited when I heard a movie based on it was coming in 2012.  Don't be fooled the film was only loosely based on the book, and was meant to entertain idiots.  If you watched the movie but didn't read the book, cleanse your mind by reading the book.  If you read this book but didn't see the movie, you didn't miss a thing.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19KFDTGJ2DXE?ASIN=0439023521	Innovative Young Adult novel/series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This one grabbed me from the first page.  I only wish there were novels such as this when I was a young adult.  Fast moving story with well developed characters.  Katniss is an excellent heroine for the target audience.  As soon as I finished this book, I ordered the next two in the series.  Dark, disturbing, and a bit bloody; but all in moderation with respect to the story.  Something in this book will appeal to a very broad audience!<a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/NetherWorld/dp/B003VD1G56"">NetherWorld</a><a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/NetherWorld/dp/B003VD1G56"">NetherWorld</a></span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGE2EP4B9GABN?ASIN=0439023521	C'mon!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Really? Of all the parents out there that are going to give their kids a little ""talk"", I say two words, loosen up!  What doesn't make sense to me is that your kid must be pretty darn mature to read that book, and possibly understand it, and now you would like to give 'em a talk! Well, for all the kids out there that I know, they loved the book and are completely obsessed with it, and not haunted by ""what the world willl become"". Let me say this, that was a pretty good book, too!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWU5VFAD54570?ASIN=0439023521	a good read but not on a rainy day it depressing enough	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i was really hooked on this book by just reading the sample that the kindle affers and there really was no question wether or not i was going to buy them all it is one of those things that ""i must know"" kinda things and i read them all in 2 days loved them and glad i read them but i will never read them again. they are just not that kind of books they are kinda sad and very depressing at times but never the less it was a good read glad i read them. I still smaile when i think about them.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1P0R2HFDMNEWX?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I first heard of the synopsis of this book, I was pretty much turned off and vowed to never read it.  As months went by, I decided to finally give it a fair shot.<br/>I could not have been more pleasantly surprised by this book.  Collins truly takes the reader into the very heart of the Hunger Games.  She eloquently writes about survival in the midst of a harsh, cruel, dictatorial, corrupt government.<br/>If you don't prefer page turners, DO NOT READ THIS!  I could not put this book down!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2C66MRTSFC1K5?ASIN=0439023521	All I can say is, WOW!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I just finished reading all three of the books and they were all amazing. I couldn't put them down and now wish there was more, I could have continued reading even after the very last page of the last book. Ms. Collins is an amazingly talented writer; she has created a world filled with characters with deep, powerful and complex emotions and real human issues. They are three of the best books I've read in a very long time. I look forward to whatever books Ms. Collins has planned for the futrure.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VEB6BYT4S809?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A very interesting read! Kept me guessing the whole way through the book. There are a lot of twists and turns...keeps you wanting more! I cannot wait to read the next book. Very easy reading, and holds your attention.<br/>This is written as though it is for young adults...however I would not let me child or teenager read this book. Keep in mind the whole idea of the book is a bunch of teenagers ""fighting to the death"". As an adult I loved this book! I however would not let a child under 16 read it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CVIQZ3TKS5CN?ASIN=0439023521	A brilliant story !	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book because I went to see "" catching fire"" and could not cope up with the movie details ; so I decided to read part one of this series ; the more I went through the pages the more I felt really connected with a brilliant story of love , survival and hate. I felt overwhelmed with the emotions drown by this story ,the author was so successful in getting every single details as if you are trying make decisions just like them! I will definitely go through this journey and read book 2 .</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24IBQ9LMEL6CF?ASIN=0439023521	Too gruesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It did have some realistic things about the way people are already living.  no respect for human life but it was very gruesome and the idea of killing young  people and people watching on tv was very disturbing to me.  I can't understand why the young people are so engrossed with these books.  I had to read for my book club and I am going to read the next book just to see what young people are reading today.  I hope that they can see just how horrible this is and not let our world come to this.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SGJXNPTY6RZD?ASIN=0439023521	Page Turner and a Warning about How Society Can become Brutal and Evil	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I found the characters honest, tough, and defiant given they lived in ""Districts"" with various hardships.  The Hunger Games were a yearly event where two ""tributes"" were chosen in a fight-to-the-death contest that was televised for all of Panem to watch.  I consumed this book and found I couldn't stop turning pages and reading more.  While it was a little disturbing, I think one has to look to the bigger warning of a society grown cruel and sadistic so easily.  Read this and you won't be sorry.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPZ2LZS3EXV4O?ASIN=0439023521	An Excellent Read, Even If You've Seen the Movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'll keep this short since there are many reviews here, and likely from much bigger fans than myself: I thoroughly enjoyed this story, which in text form was reminiscent of Orwell's 1984. It gave much deeper insights into character motivations than the movie ever could have and presented a much darker, more dichotomous Katniss than I anticipated. The best compliment I can give is saying that right after I submit this review I'll be purchasing and starting Catching Fire. Well done, Ms. Collins!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2O48D9U0STGAE?ASIN=0439023521	Better than expected	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed the book much more than I'd expected to after seeing the film (no offense to the excellent cast, it's simply a story that failed to translate to the medium). I particularly enjoyed the experience of being inside the character's head, which is probably the facet most responsible for making this a difficult story to put to film. Although written simply enough for a young audience, this is a story I can see being of interest to people of all ages, particularly fans of dystopian fiction.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34NTEXXUF184R?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is a great book I never read books unless they are scary, like by Dean Koontz and my son told me to read this one, I had it finished in two days. Now I have read all three and they are great, just make sure you watch and make sure that your child is the right age before they read it. The movie was tamed down a lot for the big screen to make a PG13 rating. Overall It is a great book and I say read it.. and if your child is the right age have them read it too it is a great read!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JHZWQ5GY7P0D?ASIN=0439023521	Entertaining throughout	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book a year ago, and I just saw the movie version last night.  Overall I really enjoyed The Hunger Games.  The plot drew you in from page one, and overall the characters were believable, even in the dystopian setting.  After watching the movie, my husband and I noted that in both the book and the movie, there were a few too many ""happy accidents"" that saved Katniss (the main character) during the games, but regardless, the book was a fun read, and I'd recommend it to almost anyone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28F7CZXYGX251?ASIN=0439023521	loved, loved, loved this book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My daughter told me about this book, and at first I set it aside.  Once I started reading it, however, I could not put it down.  The characters were incredible, and the futuristic world was described beautifully.  What if this actual happened?  That would be terrifying!  I hear it is being made into a movie, which would be perfect!  I think you have a HUGE seller on your hands, Ms. Collins.  Terrific writer! 5 Star!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1R491HL7OMJHP?ASIN=0439023521	You will love this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this on the advice of my daughter and fell in love with all the characters and especially the story.  I couldn't wait to read the rest.  This is a book both men and women can relate to and enjoy for men it is the action and for women it is the love story.  At least that is how my husband sees it and he has read all 3 books as well.  Really exciting to read and easy to follow.  Well worth the download to my Kindle.  I have not had any problems with downloads or anything.  Thanks Kindle!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ROMN6BHK6UW?ASIN=0439023521	Engaging Yet Not Thought Provoking	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Engaging, it leaves you breaking your own promises to stop at the end of every chapters (as you need to catch some sleep). You will end up finishing it in just one seating. It is not really a book that requires much thoughts, interpretations, comprehension; you just keep flipping the page until the end, nothing to really tickle your mind nor making you think, characters lack depth (if you will). A simple story with good premise (e.g. Hunger Games); good pace, somewhat predictable from A to Z.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RH8M8845MS49I?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent beginning to a great series!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is one of the best books I've ever read. The plot is intriguing yet disturbing, the book is action-packed and has perfect pacing. You get a pretty good sense of the life of central character Katniss Everdeen and the futuristic world that she lives in, especially how sadistic and oppressive the government is. The brutal violence depicted in the book might turn some people off, but for those that don't mind such things, The Hunger Games will give you a lot of food for thought.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTY4VTC3PZY29?ASIN=0439023521	Definitely worth a read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved sitting down to this book.  I knew very little about Hunger Games before purchasing but haven't regretted my order or reading time.  In a way, I think the less you know, the more you can enjoy the story.  It may have been aimed at a slightly younger crowd, but as a young adult reader I thoroughly enjoyed it.  Very easy reading.  A great transitional book if you're going from heavy to light material or vice versa because you get a little of everything.<br/><br/>I'll be purchasing the sequel!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XRA1RDFI2PHD?ASIN=0439023521	good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm not sure what else to say to describe this book. It was good... It wasn't great. It wasn't bad. It a page-turner for sure, and to be honest I can't wait to read the other two. However, to call this a great book is simply not fair. It's really, really good. And really, really addictive. I see why everyone had lo read it and I also are why the books were adapted for movies (and in turn why those movies have been so popular). It's a magical story and I can't wait to read the next two books!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SH5ZTOCI7ASN?ASIN=0439023521	Great Entertainment	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I heard about this series through some friends and was ready to be entertained when I downloaded them to my Kindle.  My hands began to cramp when I realized I had been reading for 5 hours.  Impossible to put down!  Descriptions and conversations so real, you become one of the characters. My 13 year old grandson's reading class used the first book IN CLASS, now he can't wait for the second and third book.  Sparking the interest of young individuals to read deserves a big high five in my book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QA8V4OOUEPJY?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing Book!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My daughter suggested that I read this series, and i'm surprised at how much I really enjoyed reading it. The author really knows how to paint a picture with words. The descriptions are so in depth that I feel like I have seen the place myself.  After reading this, I feel like i actually know Katniss, Peeta, Prim, Gale and all the others.  You can easily relate to each one.  Very good book. I have thanked my daughter for introducing me to this series, and recommend it to everyone I talk to.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UA9JYO8IYCK8?ASIN=0439023521	What a ride!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book hooked me from start to finish. The brutality of it was disturbing and left you thinking - what would I do in a situation such as this? How would I react? Would I be as brave as Katniss was? Could I kill someone to survive?<br/><br/>This book was amazing. I absolutely loved it and could not wait to snatch up the next two to find out what President Snow was going to do, what the repercussions of what Katniss and Peeta did at the end...?<br/><br/>Excellent, excellent, excellent!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36FK6THQWI9H?ASIN=0439023521	Thrilling!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't normally take the time to write reviews of books, but I felt compeled to write about this book.  I didn't really know what to expect when I downloaded this book.  I had many people telling me it really was a great book.  I decided to take the plunge and download it.  I was hooked after the first 4 pages.  I literally could not put my book down, and when I did all I could think about was this book and what would happen next.  This book truly is a great book and deserves the 5 stars!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19JWZYOJH4YSR?ASIN=0439023521	What am I going to read now?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you feel as if you've been living without some real excitement read Hunger Games. I don't read. Ever. I just have to say I loved the series up until I finished the last book. The series is real. I love it. Please pick up the book and read it. There wasn't a night I eagerly flipped through the pages there were even nights I read only a few chapters just so my Hunger Games experience could last just a while longer. Now that it's over. What shall I read next????? Can anyone help me? Please.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34R048YRR1KFO?ASIN=0439023521	amazing and fresh	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Who would have thought that something aimed at tweens would capture my attention so well? Well-written (when so much of this genre doesn't need to be) and well-structured (ahem, same here), with characters that defy the norms yet are still admirable and aspirational. So glad I took a chance on this--only because of the buzz and wanting to read it before the movie adaptation--and as a result of now reading all 3 have spent so many happy commuting hours. Thoroughly entertaining and enjoyable.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXB1GZ0LOZAIN?ASIN=0439023521	Ponyofishy loves dis!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book so much that I went to the Scholastic message boards where my screen name is Ponyofishy.<br/>This is an AMAZING action and suspense filled book that you must read. There are absulotley no invincible or perfect characters in all three of the books. The romance is perfectly balanced and doesnt take away from the quality of the book. The plot is very well thought out and makes you really think. The writing is great and never drags. GO READ IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3316PN2ON9MR9?ASIN=0439023521	Love love love!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The first in the series, this book is a perfect balance of sci-fi and realism. With a little bit of love thrown into the mix also. I absolutely loved this book and would highly recommend. It's fast moving and easy to read. Purchased the second book straight away!! Was my favorite of the series, but was quick to purchase the other two. Haven't yet see. The movie, but I'm looking forward to it even more  now! I hope they do Suzzane's characters justice. One of my favorite books I've read : )</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IJ0QQXY78WOJ?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The first book of the series and a good one!  This book can stand alone, but at the same time it makes you want to read the rest of the series.  The universal appeal to the young reader as well as adults will make this book a popular item for many households.  Parents will like the language in that there is little to criticize.  There is no sex and little violence for a book with such wide interest and suspense filled plot.<br/>I think everyone will enjoy this book and the ones to follow.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17PJ4CY7I8QD4?ASIN=0439023521	The books were great until..	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The books were great until the the third book. I felt that the authour didnt get its reader at this point. As a reader the war and and the family drama was important to us but what was even more important was the love story that was developing. She gave us pages and pages and more pages of preparing for the war and then the actual war and gave us 5 pages of what happened between katniss and peeta. ugh soo frustrating. First two books were great! they had a great balance of all story lines.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R67IRGEX1JR8K?ASIN=0439023521	Can't put it down page turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">More than a thousand people have already reviewed the book, leaving me nothing new to say.  I am a science fiction fan who usually dislikes dystopia &amp; post apocolypse themed novels, but I couldn't put this one down.  It is the first book in months to keep me up past bedtime. The premise is implausible, but the characters are compelling and the action so suspenseful one doesn't mind.  The story is very violent and is not appropriate for many younger tweens and teens who may wish to read it.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RL5085CUNC3P6?ASIN=0439023521	Solid Writing but Derivative Concept	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book, while containing the potential to distinguish itself from the others in a recent slew of YA dystopian novels, was somewhat of a letdown.  The only two stars it earns come from the writing itself--while it wasn't groundbreaking or anything, it was good.  Otherwise, the plot was completely derivative: strong, mature heroine who can take care of others, post-apocalytic setting that drives characters to the brink, and a cruel ""game"" in which the cost of losing is death.  If you haven't read the book, the Hunger Games is an annual event in which children kill each other in order to earn food for their region's people.  Hmm...not to reiterate the other reviewer's observations, but doesn't this sound like a sad fusion of Battle Royale, Lord of the Flies, and The Long Walk?<br/><br/>While I was interested in the book at first because I enjoyed those three titles, hoping it would unearth some new ideas other authors ignored while writing, the story turned out more like an adult concept dumbed down for middle-schoolers.<br/><br/>Overall, if you are a 11-13-year-old who has yet to enjoy other previously written novels sharing this concept, then you'll find this a compelling story.  Those at a high school level or above are better off checking out the classics.<br/><br/>P.S. This book does not come to its conclusion on the last page.  It is part of a series.  I didn't even learn this until I read the last words.  Hopefully, the sequels will branch off from this unimaginative start and take their own path, which I think Suzanne Collins is very capable of.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1V23S4B5158RE?ASIN=0439023521	Good light read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed this book as a light read and to see if it was like the movie. The movie follows it rather well, I think. Personally, it's too much of a young adult book for my tastes. Not as much depth in the characters, the scene, or the background. The author could have spent much more time and detail on the dystopian society, but then it would not have been geared as much to young adults. All in all it's a quick, easy read for adults and a great book for young adults. Very much recommended.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1G8P8YCW2P52H?ASIN=0439023521	A different take	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The author's stated purpose for writing ""Hunger Games"" was to show the effects of war and violence on youth who are coming of age. Just an assumption, but my husband and I are not likely to be the only ones who see another theme emerging from this engrossing and intense novel. It clearly portrays the depravity of an unredeemed human condition and even more crystalline is the proof that government is incapable of being the restraining force. In fact, in this novel, it is the driving force.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BXPBD0CPQOZR?ASIN=0439023521	Good paced reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a pretty well written ya novel. It is very fast paced, hard to put down. As a dystopian book, it is of course not a happy story, but is very engaging. Unlike the other 2 books, this one *COULD* be read as a stand alone, but of course is best as the series. I would say the subject matter is too mature for very young teens (children being forced to murder children for adult's pleasure) but would be ok for older teens and adults. It is well written enough for adults to enjoy as well.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RO8XIO4WKJWPW?ASIN=0439023521	Took me by surprise in a good way!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm no fan of sci-fi fiction or stories from the future for that matter, but I absolutely could not put this book down<br/><br/>I marveled with delight at how brave Katniss was to take Prim's place in the games. I loved how peeta<br/>truelly appeared to love Katniss, and I was delighted to learn that Katniss felt the same towards him.<br/>This book was a true page Turner,I read it in one day. I'm not one to get excited about movies but<br/>I'm very excited tot this movie to come out!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DPAKPMKUAAB3?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I picked up The Hunger Games after it was recommended by someone in my book club.  My club turned it down because they considered it to be too sci-fi, but I love fantasy and sci-fi so I immediately downloaded it on my Kindle.  I read the book in 3 days - I barely slept and I kept sneaking glances at the book during work!  I actually enjoyed it far more than the book we ended up choosing for book club.  I don't think the sci-fi would put anyone off.  This book is perfect for all audiences!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14T69IFX584BG?ASIN=0439023521	A page turner...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book has many demensions and is full of suspense. The premise is incredible; and for me, hard to get over until I am well into the first book. Although I appreciate the outcome in the third book,  I feel the author changes her writing style to wrap up the series. Instead of writing in detail as she does throughout the book, it seems she just uses point by point references to wrap up this marvelous tale. It brings up many thought provoking topics that could lead to hours of dicussion.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2L2LQ96IM8EU3?ASIN=0439023521	a wounderful romance twist.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i loved this bok. it is about how a girl named katniss is forced to love the boy from her district...and then it turns into real feelins. she then must kill a few souls..save a life..and win these hunger games.... if you like a romance twist amd a little death..i recomend this book. you will love it. and a good thing about this is no gore is involed. all it says in some scenes isÃÂÃÂ«..and the arrow went rite through his neck. and he fell to his knees...ÃÂÃÂ». this is a great book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3D1F7FRUE2G7D?ASIN=0439023521	Haven't Seen My Copy Since September	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I teach Junior High Social Studies, read Stephen King's review and decided this was something I'd like. Bought the hardback, read it in 3 days, then re read it again.<br/>I loaned it to my English Teacher room neighbor &amp; friend, and haven't seen it since. It has been through the entire Jr. High English (6 teachers) and several others, the library cannot keep it on the shelf and students have heard word of mouth that I'm the originator and come to me to borrow my copy. Which I do not have.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17QMNBQTP8EBG?ASIN=0439023521	A must read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fantastic,can't wait to read the rest of the books in this trilogy</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OY7CSNXRFIQS?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Audiobook: I gave the (e)book a 5 star rating, as I'd preferred the book form more than the audio form. The story is still fascinating and interesting, but it took me a while to warm to the narrator's voice and way of presenting the story. Therefore this edition don't get as a high rating as the book form. 3 stars.<br/><br/>Ebook: Oh wow... Much better than I had anticipated. Loved how Katniss wasn't a girly girl and could take care of herself. A good role model. And fantastic emotions</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1D040XAXI5H87?ASIN=0439023521	Enjoyed the book, second	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't fall into the HG hype early on. So, I went to see the movie, first, yet long after it had been in the theaters. Surprised, that it was so good, I immediately bought the book afterwards, knowing that the book would be that much better than the movie.<br/><br/>I have to say, there have been few books that I have read in one sitting, and I have read a LOT of books. But this one... I started reading on a Friday night and didn't put it down until I was done at 6am Saturday morning!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3L8JE37875LVK?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So there seems to be a lot of haters out there. I looked through 36 reviews and most of them were either two or three stars I would say she did a great job writing this book. And one more thing why did the people write/type such long reviews? I can read three Harry Potter books in one day if I stick to it, however, when I try to read your reviews I just get bored out of my mind! Besides if you can make a better book, then do it and stop complaining. I feel that Suzanne did a great job :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QVDH1J1A24XN?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After having seen the movie, I couldn't wait to read the book. This book has characters that keep the reader interested and the writer does  a great job at setting the various scenes throughout the book that keep the reader desiring more and more. It was a captivating read from start to finish. It has a great balance of fear, suspense, drama, romance and so much more. All I have to do now is read the other books in the trilogy. I would recommend this book to anyone who loves a good read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36X0BXJG2RU37?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I checked out the audio book from the library to listen to while in the car.  The problem was, I wanted more!  So I bought the Kindle edition on Amazon and then finished reading the book.  The writing is great.  I felt like I was in the Hunger Games.  Catniss is a great character, she is strong, smart and brave.  She loves her little sister.  The games themselves were very harsh, but not over explicit in violence.  Everyone should read this book.  I cannot wait for the movie to come out!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TYS1PMX50E2C?ASIN=0439023521	World view	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The original review for this book did not do it justice. There is so much more to this than I thought when I read that review. If you read this, and do not look around you at all the excess you have an appreciate it a little more then you aren't human. The political allegory alone deserves an essay but add to it our need to surround ourselves with useless things and take for granted the simple in order to call ourselves successful and you could write a thesis. Absolutely worth the read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BN7PA82LKY25?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read! Kindle edition questionable.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie and was told that I have to read the book. I am very impressed with the book and you definitely get more details about the story. However, I am having terrible issues with the Kindle Edition (Note: I am using the Kindle App on my iPad). I bookmark the page I stopped on, then try to return to the book the next day. However, when I open the app it is always on the wrong page and I have to refresh it every time. Other than this annoying issue, I am really enjoying the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3E7M63ERA0SFF?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I would like to say I enjoyed this book, but the subject matter makes ""enjoy"" a difficult word to use.  I was incredibly moved by it an cried at deaths of children, while rooting for the heroine and her partner.  I am glad there are more books in this series, as there are so many questions left unanswered, and winning is not necessarily the be-all and end-all.  In fact, I was left with a question as to whether or not they really won.  I do look forward to reading the next books.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RD8NGBVJS7J5R?ASIN=0439023521	Incredible post apocalyptic world	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had to read this book given the incredible hype behind the movie and the series. I was fascinated by the post apocalyptic world Collins created.  The purpose of the hunger games, as primal and demented it was, the people were fascinated by it. I could not believe how violent the book was and that this was deemed a young adult book!<br/><br/>Regardless, I loved the intelligence of Katniss as she figures her way with Peeta to win the games while maintaining their humanity. Great book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXEVN2NILB88K?ASIN=0439023521	One word.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One word amazing! This book is an absolute must read, even for non-readers, you'll love it. If you have seen the movie but haven't read the book, read it. There's so much background info. they didn't mention in the movie and since the book is written in first-person the movie couldn't  show you all of Katniss's thoughts. It's very we well written and even though it's a fun teen, fiction novel I feel as if there's a lot of deeper meanings to story that will be more exposed in the series.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RR6C80420PP87?ASIN=0439023521	I read it because of all the hype.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read it because of all the hype.  I was disappointed that it took me until about chapter 11 I think to even get into it somewhat.  When the games start is where it starts to get good.  I wasn't even going to continue on with the trilogy since I wasn't that impressed, but I'm glad I did!  Catching Fire was definitely the most exciting in this trilogy and Mockingjay was a must-read since the 2nd book left you with such a cliffhanger.  I'm now looking forward to the Catching Fire movie!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSFEF9V1LE35G?ASIN=0439023521	Imaginative and orginal	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As the author of <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/In-the-Kingdom-of-Dragons-Rose-and-Thorne/dp/B008VGWH4W"">In the Kingdom of Dragons: Rose and Thorne</a> I'd say that anyone who enjoys reading fantasy should read this book.  The story is imaginative and original. The characters are strong with quirky personalities. Although violent in parts, there's no gore for gore's sake.<br/>Catnis is an engaging heroine. I was rooting for her. The tension builds and the world the author creates is never boring. Highly recommended for adults and teens.<br/>D. L. Burnett</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RH20MA9U61T2U?ASIN=0439023521	Loved the book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was reserved about reading these books because of the topic of killing children.  After my (2) stepchildren read all three books and loved them I realized I should have an open mind and give them a chance. So our next book club I suggested the Hunger Games. I was hooked right away and read all three in 2 weeks.  The author did a wonderful job and all were smooth reading.  I liked that you did not know what was going to happen until the end of each book.  They are not just teen books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1T1I9KUEX1LZS?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Interesting premise, and worthy of the attention of the group (younger folks) I believe it was written for....not that older generation don't need to be reminded of the possibilities.....<br/>Alot of twists and turns in the plot, surprises so we never get too settled in....<br/>For an avid and sdult reader, it is a blow thru, easy to read and absorb set of books.<br/>Reading her Underland series now....another quick read, and perhaps a little harder to swallow, but still a fun read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GELMVS4N5BM1?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing, Creative, Adventure!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is truly a creative action packed story. Suzanne does an excellent job shaping her characters, that you are utterly supirsed by their actions through out the story. Even though this book is written for young adults I still absolutley loved it, being a 26yr old.This is a book that you won't be able to put down for sure. The Hunger Games is so vivid that you cant' help but imagine yourself pulled in and watching Katniss struggle though the Hunger Games trying to survive.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XJ5GRRAHC0G1?ASIN=0439023521	A shock to the system- do not miss this one!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A  post apocalyptic thriller that will leave you burning for more, this tightly woven tale of drastic twists and turns is one of the truly great young adult novels. Suzanne Collins has painted a masterpiece. A country of broken hope ruled over by a twisted tyrannanical heart known simply as the Capitol calls for two tributes, a young boy and girl, from each of its surronding lands known as Districts to figth to the death for their own entertainment. You have to read it to beileve it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RS1GEWPMKXDD3?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After reading the Twilight series I found myself wondering what book to read next that could compete with the series.<br/>Hunger Games is definitely now in my Top 5 books ever!!<br/>This is a fast paced, action packed adventure that you won't be able to put down. The book is not released in Australia yet and I am the only person I know of who has read it, it is very frustrating to not be able to talk to someone else about how brilliant it was.<br/>I can't wait till Sept 09' for the next one :(</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18SL34N4ALNIW?ASIN=0439023521	A page-turner of the first degree!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had heard people speak the praises of this book for a while but neglected to pick up The Hunger Games. It was not until my aunt went crazy for it that I bought The Hunger Games. And I must say, it did not disappoint! From the first few pages I was hooked! The story, the characters, and the brutal struggles for life will keep you turning the pages for hours. It may be a little violent for 12 year olds, but as a 17 year old, I do not want to read a kiddy book. An absolute MUST READ!!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KXXNN5AAGU2N?ASIN=0439023521	Simply leaves you hungry for more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I think S. Collins did a great job with the first book of ""The Hunger Games Trilogy"", it is a great book with a fantastic, full-of-action, nail-biter story. The way Collins portray the plot makes you feel like you are a tribute in the Games and the way the writing display the main character's, Katniss, personality and ideology is just perfect. If you want to read something to loose your mind read it. The only bad thing about this book is its size. I would really like it to be bigger.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SIVSK6NNAAI4?ASIN=0439023521	Deserves to Be at the Top of the Dystopian Heap	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book owes a lot to <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Lottery/dp/0871292645"">The Lottery</a> by Jackson. That said, it's absolutely a combination of that, <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Lord-of-the-Flies-Centenary-Edition/dp/0399537422"">Lord of the Flies Centenary Edition</a> and the Tri-Wizard Tournament. Although the first 20 pages start a tiny bit slow, by the time the reaping starts it's actually hard to stay asleep at night for want of waking up to finish it. It's gross, too, but neither unmanageably nor pointlessly (also reminiscent of The Lottery). Diving right into the next...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QX7BR1CY76SD?ASIN=0439023521	a good action thriller	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's easy to see why they are making this into a movie. Pretty teenagers fighting to the death in a post apocalyptic world - that script sell itself! The world building is just right for this YA book, not too detailed, not too preachy, not too political, it is clear who is the vilain (they have almost no redeeming qualities) and then the action is fast and you do feel a real sense of dread for some of the participants. It's a good quick read - perfect for a vacation or plane flight.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWOK1GPFXQSA6?ASIN=0439023521	great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was very skeptical and had long assumed that this was twilight with a different dust jacket, but boy was I wrong.  The plot is gripping and well explained, and the author has a knack for showing true emotion in her characters. More than once I floated back to being sixteen and thought to myself, ""oh yeah, I remember that feeling.""  If you enjoy literature, dystopian literature in particular, put your preconceived notions aside and give this book a try, you won't regret it.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBHXRAQOJKTOS?ASIN=0439023521	I could not put the book down.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was suggested at our Book Club as a book to read...that was a year ago.  One  of the women in our group said that she would not read a book where children were killed.  Based on her comment, we voted No to reading it.  It took me one year to decide to read the book and I am going to tell her at our next meeting how wrong she was about the book.  It's about government control over people.  I then read the next two books in the series.  It took me 2 weeks to read all 3 three books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1COC667TU6I1X?ASIN=0439023521	Very good book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The criticism on the topic ""reality shows x reality"" and on the opression of the working class is fantastic. You just need to open your eyes a little bit to see all the things we hate about modern society being shown in this book...<br/><br/>On the other hand, you can always read it like a teenager and have a wonderful adventure time! Lots of emotions at stake here!<br/><br/>It is up to you... My tip: open your mind to see how this book compares to reality at some times.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28XGB9VZK2JIA?ASIN=0439023521	I Hated to See It End!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was recommended by a friend.  I read it in three sittings, and as soon as I finished, I started on the second book in the series.  I loved Katniss!  She was a tough girl who fought her way through every dismal situation, which is rare in young adult books today.  I liked the dynamic between Katniss and Peeta.  I also liked the development of the secondary characters.  The plot was inventive and unconventional.  This is a book I will read again.  WONDERFUL piece of writing!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMTF7242BOWDW?ASIN=0439023521	Could not put it down.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw this book pop up from time to time but never had any interest. I needed a book to read and read one or two reviews (no spoilers) so I only had a vague sense of what the book was about. Well once I started reading I just could not put it down I needed to find out what happened, who made it, who didnt and why. The book pulls you in very quickly and keeps you in very easily. I already downloaded the second and third books into my Kindle. Cant wait to start reading Catching Fire.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIYQE008AVO7U?ASIN=0439023521	WOW-Amazing read....	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">HOLY CRAP!!!! I have not had such a physical responce to a book in a long time. I couldn't breath at parts, my chest was getting tight, I could not stop thinking about this book, I still can't, but I do not really care.<br/><br/>I love this book and would recomend it to anyone who wants a fantabulous read. Being about the same age as Katniss, I loved her point of view, the confusion, her emotions and trying not to be so vulnerable.<br/><br/>This book is just amazing, plain and simple. Read it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QX3GC7J5CAU6?ASIN=0439023521	Can't wait to read them all	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I watched the movie long before reading the book and I'm glad in a way because I enjoyed the movie and the book ,well, enjoyed it even more. I'm really impressed with how well they scripted the book into a movie and even the differences were refreshing to read especially when books add that flourish of detail no movie can provide!!! On to the next!! And I will not be waiting for the next part one or part two movie etc(annoying at best) because the books are where it's at...always!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FL29EPP6OMFP?ASIN=0439023521	Best Book Ever!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is such a good book, it definitely deserved the 5 stars I gave it. Also, if you are thinking about letting your kid read it, it really isn't as gruesome as it seems. I know the whole kids killing kids thing is awful, but they don't seem like kids in the book, so you don't really register that which honestly makes it ok for 5th grade and up, maybe earlier if your kid is more mature or at a higher reading level. Great book, and you're going to want to read the rest!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23LI7WLPMCUFD?ASIN=0439023521	Great Story!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I dragged my feet for a year or two on reading this book. After reading it, I am ashamed of myself. Ms. Collins did a wonderful job of portraying a futuristic urban fantasy for readers of all ages. By the time I read the first chapter, I was hooked. The emotions, actions, and interactions of the characters were the glue that kept this well written plot moving quickly to where the reader becomes loathe to ever put the book down until the story was completely told. VERY GOOD reading!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31SL23XSUA8ZK?ASIN=0439023521	Really liked it this story.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I dragged my feet for a year or two on reading this book. After reading it, I am ashamed of myself. Ms. Collins did a wonderful job of portraying a futuristic urban fantasy for readers of all ages. By the time I read the first chapter, I was hooked. The emotions, actions, and interactions of the characters were the glue that kept this well written plot moving quickly to where the reader becomes loathe to ever put the book down until the story was completely told. VERY GOOD reading!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DVKHB74SWE3E?ASIN=0439023521	Not a YA but loved it anyway	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Although I have not been a YA for more years than I would like to remember I loved this book and no I have not seen the movie. For the first time in a long time I got a hold of a book that I absolutely could not put down. Sure some of this was predictable, but it was so well written that did not bother me. For a really good read that will probably be over much too quickly pick up this book. Please be aware this is never going to be great literature, but sit back and enjoy the ride.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VIZ0SXUBCO0M?ASIN=0439023521	Hope, Desperation, Survival	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't usually read Fiction works but The Hunger Games was very riveting and full of descriptive detail. It was as if I was apart of the book. This is a must read. Immediately after finishing the book I ran to the theaters to see the movie. The movie was good but the book is far better. After seeing the movie I ran home and purchased the second book on my Kindle for iPad. Can't wait to get into the second book. This is an awesome book and has restored my interest in Fiction works.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBMAIS3ZUKY8P?ASIN=0439023521	A Real Page Turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is one of those books you just can't put down. Although I am not a big sci-fi fan, I found this book a fascinating read. The main character is very well-developed and she is likeable; those around her are less developed but are expanded enough that the reader relates to and understands their motives. Even less sterling characters have redeemable attributes which make them human. The theme of a ""Big Brother"" government brings this classic idea into the modern world.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2L9C7I73ND69?ASIN=0439023521	Edge of your seat, teen dream	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of the best books I've read in a while. At first, I was hesitant, since I'm not really a fan of sci-fi books. However, after a few chapters, I was completely wrapped up in this post-apocolyptic society. Not just a book for teens. Adults can enjoy this just as much as younger people. The parallels drawn between this fictional world and the current state of our nation is completly relevant and thought-provoking. A must-read. Both Catching Fire and Mockingjay are also outstanding!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSZ03ZCQB93L7?ASIN=0439023521	Totally Engrossing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book so much!  I was looking for something new and different and this was it.  This book was futuristic and kind of reminded me of a cross between Huxley's ""Brave New World"" and the movie, ""Gamer"".  Parts of it were pretty violent which is not really my thing but I thoroughly enjoyed every part of this book.  I am going to buy the trilogy in hardcover to keep for my library, it was that good.  I definitely recommend this book to everybody who is considering reading it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R204S1JCNHIRKK?ASIN=0439023521	So the games begin	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I gave the hunger games five stars because what I liked most about the story was how they interwoven romance in to it or tried on peeta part and katniss was pretty badass I didn't like how she could be so confused on how she felt I partly understand but unfortunately I thought Gale would win out I recommend this book to anyone who doesn't know much about it or even picked it up for me my younger sister recommended this to me in which I say thank you tara I really enjoyed this book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3USI1BO1NF9MI?ASIN=0439023521	It was a very good read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read after watching the movie cause one of my friends said it fills in some more back story.  It was riveting.  I finished it in three evenings, you are really cheering for the characters, it's written from Katniss' perspective, in first person.  And yet you really get to know Peeta's perspective as well.  It doesn't glamorize the Game, but gives you a sense of the moral struggle that they are faced with as well as the instinct to live.  Definitely will be finishing the trilogy.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QAW345UF2V8M?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love this book!! I had originally watched the movie version first before reading the book and thought the movie was pretty good, then I decided to read the book to compare the two. I actually watched the movie a second time because I forgot what happened in it and I have to say now, that I don't really like the movie...the book explains in detail while the movie brushes over the important stuff but I just hated how the movie changed things from the book. This book is a must read!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34EAHI8PPLKNX?ASIN=0439023521	This is book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This product appears to be made to resemble a book. It consists of a thick cardstock like outer casing with vibrant colors and some sort of title. Once the casing is peeled back in a left to right fashion the interior is exposed. The interior of the piece consists of a much thinner paper. There is words printed on both sides of the interior pieces of paper.<br/><br/>Overall a good product. It would work very well as some sort of kindling or maybe as a sort of camp latrine paper.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNRK5J0V6XTBX?ASIN=0439023521	One of my favorites....	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am not much of a book reader, but everyone was talking about this book so much that I could not resist.  I bought it through my phone, and using the kindle app, I started reading it during my breaks at work.  I did not want to stop reading, I think I even started work late too because it was that good.  When I got home, I finished the rest of the book on my ipad.  I am not going to say what it is about, but it is worth what I paid for and then some.  I have yet to see the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SLFRFM4USHYH?ASIN=0439023521	A good start	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't resist reading this again recently after finishing Stanek's Complete Magic Lands post-apocalypse dystopia novels. Who can resist books about the fight for survival in a grim world. Hunger Games starts with Katniss in her district and slowly the idea of the games are introduced. A twist comes when little Prim is picked. Katniss expected she would be picked since she has so many more lottery tickets. There's an episode of Sliders called ""The Lottery"" that this remind me of.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15NOGWDHYK8RY?ASIN=0439023521	excellent!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have to be honest, this wasn't a book that appealed to me when I first heard about it. A book about people having to kill each other until only one survives as a form of entertainment sounded like rather a grim read. I decided to read the book based on several of my friends recommendations and I am so glad I did. It is one of the best books I have read in a while. Constant twists, emotional, love and hate are just some aspects of this book. I am now going to go download book 2!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WPJQWUF1CY0O?ASIN=0439023521	Best Series In a LONG TIME	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is an amazing and riveting beginning to what I think is one of the best book trilogies ever written. It is extremely captivating, and does an amazing job of making you develop personal, intense relationships with the characters. I bought this book on my kindle for a flight across country, and ended up reading all three of them by the time I returned from my trip. Whether you love reading or hate it, I promise you that you will love this series, and especially this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RK6IKUXWQLEHC?ASIN=0439023521	Page turner!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This will be a short review - after all, there have been a lot of LONG reviews written, and there's really not much else for me to say that already hasn't been said!<br/><br/>Anyway, I really enjoyed the first book of this trilogy. This is the first book I've read in a long time that has kept my attention (since the Harry Potter series and some Dan Brown novels). The only disappointing part was turning to the last page!<br/><br/>I'm hoping the next two books are just as good!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXRJMD4PQ74F5?ASIN=0439023521	Incredible Journey	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text""><a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Hunger-Games/dp/B002MQYOFW"">The Hunger Games</a>. WOW, heard all the hubbub of this series so finally read the trilogy.  Incredible story and admiration for Miss Everdeen.  I can't wait to see the movies!  I was hooked from the first paragraph and all three books consumed me and could not wait to get back to reading these in my free time.  Because of these books, archery will be coming back in full force as everyone wants to be as good as Katniss!  Superb, get the books, you will enjoy them!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHGIN2Q684OD?ASIN=0439023521	Loved the book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't put it down,well written,the words flowed right off the page. I ended up reading the trilogy in three days ! The concept of the book is one I haven't seen before, and you really get invested in the characters right away. I was concerned that it might be ""a little too highschool"" because it seems to be marketed towards teens, I was pleasantly surprised , it was a nice change of pace from the heavily information laden physics, biology, and theology genres that are my norm.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LZ8A89PX5D7T?ASIN=0439023521	me likey	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a wonderful book, I read it in two days flat. When I wasn't reading, I was thinking about it.<br/><br/>Now, is it just me or are there a lot of sentence fragments in this book? I don't know if it's the style of writing (like in ""The Things They Carried"") but it's kind of weird. Some of the science fiction aspect of it is kind of hard for me to visualize, such as the ""wolves"" at the end of the book. Maybe it's because I don't really read science fiction, but I don't know.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HEH01ESG81C1?ASIN=0439023521	the best book ever!:)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i heard from a good friend that this was a great book so i decided to give it a try.when i first started reading the hunger games i thought okay so its not a bad book as i got into it i could not put it down i loved when katniss became friends with rue and i love katniss's charicter i could relate to her and even started feeling bad for her now i am just waiting for the movie to come out... now that should be interesting.by the way read the whole trilogy the 2nd book is the best!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZATFL39GTSE0?ASIN=0439023521	Very entertaining	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book just as the first movie came out.  That premiere brought a lot of publicity to the book, with mostly favorable reviews.  Thus, I picked up this book even though I was not very interested in it.<br/><br/>The book was a pleasant surprise.  It was easy to follow and always kept me willing to keep on reading.  I would recommend it to anyone willing to spend the next two to three days reading, because that's what you will probably do if you give this book a chance.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDZKHSOG3JHH0?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I personally loved the book. I cried when rue died. It was a book packed with a very strange feeling that was almost frightening and left me sitting on the edge of my seat. I would fin  my self staying up unroll midnight not realizing what time it was because I was so engaged  in the story. My favorite part was in the cave with the star crossed lovers. That was my favorite part because that part of the book was so filled with detail that I felt that I was in the scene with them.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IRIJ1HP6LF7R?ASIN=0439023521	The book put the pieces together to the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I found the book good (not fantastic) and enjoyable to read. I seemed to enjoy the movie a bit more although it was overly hyped so I expected a lot more than what I got. Avatar matched the hype and The Hunger Games didn't quite do that. However, it was still entertaining enough. The book had good character development but wasn't as dramatic as the movie. The movie made it seem a lot more intense. But I would still recommend reading it because they both parallel each other well.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RS87YP2OSVEX5?ASIN=0439023521	loved the book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I would have skiped over this book if a friend didn't recommend it to me. I was under the impression it was another kids book like Twilight but I was thoroughly surprised it had me hooked and I couldn't stop reading. If you saw the movie and didn't like it the book is a lot better the movie didn't do justice to how harsh it was to survive and glossed over a lot but that's how most movies are seeing how they needed it to be pg-13 for its target demographic. over all a great book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9VXB5MKJNBUI?ASIN=0439023521	Shallow and predictable plot, static characters	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The plot is absolutely predictable, and there aren't really any ""twists"" that you don't really expect. This is hugely due to the fact that the characters don't really develop or surprise you. The tributes all ""stay in character"" and don't really show any depth at all.<br/><br/>The book is entertaining and a page turner, but the plot really is lacking. I would aliken the book to an action movie - fun to watch and read, but it doesn't leave you with much to actually think about.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GOV2KQYDN1X1?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book! Must Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was hesitant to pick this up lest it be another twilight, but I can honestly say I really enjoyed it.  It's not just for kids or teens.  In fact, it has some pretty graphic scenes, which makes me move the needle to late teens/early twenties, but everyone can enjoy it without feeling like the book talks below them.  The author does a great job of making you guess what's happening next.  She had me fooled multiple times and my predictions were all wrong.  Great book!  Must read!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLB36370HLNE?ASIN=0439023521	Exhilerating and a must-read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Would you survive? The Hunger Games is a masterpiece of a book revolving around one universal topic: Survival. This Book is about one girl named Katniss who participates in a competition where only the winner gets to stay alive. Match this unique plot with brilliant writing by Suzanne Collins and what you get is a work of art! This is a book I will not forget. It is the ultimate page-turner with twists and turns at every chapter. Are you ready for The Hunger Games?<br/><br/>Rom SB 7/8</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKIK95Y4CLFDZ?ASIN=0439023521	draws your attention	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As a grandmother, I would not want the young ones reading this. It would be to graphic. They need to be innocent for as long as they they can in ""this"" real life.  Suzanne captured and described each scene very well. It was easy to keep reading to the end.  I truly enjoy reading how one over comes....using their wits to get by, taking advantage of the resources available to them. Yes, I will have to find the next book and see how it plays out. Thank you for a good read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11J2ZFCFYWJV9?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm not one to read this genre of literature however after hearing many compelling critiques of this piece I decided to take a chance and attempt reading it. I found it to be an excellent change from the historical fiction I'm more accustomed to. It is extremely well written and captures one's focus.  I'm almost afraid to read the following book due to the negative and neutral reviews. Very refreshing to find such a strong character of Katniss and submissive character of Peeta.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24H9UD9N57M8A?ASIN=0439023521	Engaging book but made for a younger audience	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked this book and the story behind it. I decided to read it after my wife made me go see the movie. The movie hides all of the young teenage angst that is portrayed in these books. How many times will the main character go hide somewhere? It gets a little annoying by book 3. Anyway, it's a good read, good story, and has some good characters. It is disturbing, though, to read about kids killing themselves but the author seems to make it interesting without being too graphic.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CSJY1TFPR0I7?ASIN=0439023521	Engaging and absorbing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I just finished reading book 1 ""Hunger Games"" and loved it.  I haven't seen the movie yet. I found myself believing that this world could exist. I really feet for and cared about the characters. I would think about them when not reading and wonder what would happen next. The book was a fast read and keep me coming back - I love that in a book.  And when I turned the last page, I said ""Noooooo"" because I wanted more. And since there are still 2 more books to go, I can have more.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDRC29BTLXML8?ASIN=0439023521	Can't Put it Down!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Literally, I've stayed up until 5am some nights because I just could not put the book down, which is rare for me! The book is so original and interesting, not your typical book at all, there's no stupid love story line like Twilight. Just real adventure. The main reason I initially loved the book was because Katniss really reminds me of myself with her attitude! This book is a gem, and now I've got to get started on the second book! I'm hoping it's just as good, if not better!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RK9K0K8LJ38YY?ASIN=0439023521	Love this, read it in 2 sittings - brilliant!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am not into YA novels and didn't really understand the crossover aspect into adults - but this book hooked me after I downloaded the sample on the Kindle. I couldn't stop reading it - I had to know what happened to Katniss and Peeta. The world Suzanne creates is compelling and believable and many young people spend their lives hunting and surviving, so it also has an important morality lying beneath the story. It was original and enjoyable. Brilliant! and highly recommended.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8YAKO6R4ZC5P?ASIN=0439023521	Fun read, it may not be original but it is still fun	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">First let me say that yes, this book is very similar to other books such as Battle Royale by Koushin Takami, but it is still a very good read. It is a brutal book with fun and dangerous characters, though this is not a book for young readers but may perhaps be an intro book for teens to this type of writing. I am a 22 year old in my masters program and it was perfect relief from the tedium of school work. I loved the book and can not wait for the next in the series to come out.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CUNMWIUD6F09?ASIN=0439023521	awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'll let the review stand, but looks like someone got a hold of my Kindle and wrote a review:<br/>my daughter loved it. We also went out to see it. I think the book was way beter than the movie. And it was way more enjoyable to read it on my kindle then reading it by book. Even though it was a little grusom my little girl loved it! When she was supposed to be asleep she kept reading the book. And at daytime she kept telling me about the chapters she had read. Thank you so muc the author and to the makers of the movie. You reallyade it an awesome school year for my daugher!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCLZOTFQU8B9P?ASIN=0439023521	loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is going to be quick and sweet. I saw the movie before I decided I was going to read the books. Right or wrong, I can tell you that watching the movie didn't spoil the book.  The book is so much more detailed that it feels more like reality...like this is really happening. The casting from the movie is spectacular. I can actually see the actors in my mind and hear their voices and it feels ""right"". You will love this book...series. Amazing is all I can really say.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14XF3HH8SARJR?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have had this book for about two days and I have finished it. It is so good!!!!!!!! I can't read a page without reading 10 chapters. I would tell myself ok just one more page and all of a sudden I have finished the book. I really like how brave and fierce Katniss is yet sometimes she cries. The only problem problem I have with this book is that it feels like I finished it too fast. I highly recommend this book. It's worth the money. I think I see book two in my future!!!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19ZN7JCE33GZE?ASIN=0439023521	Took a minute but ended up loving it!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So it's one of those things, right? Like there's a movie and there's hoopla and all the rest. Well, I did my best to let that die down a bit (like I did with the HP novels) and I think I'm glad I did because I was able to sort of bring my expectations down to acceptable levels. I really, really enjoyed this book once I got to like the 3rd or 4th chapter. If you're new to the series I'd advise just giving it a minute and eventually you'll find yourself liking it quite a bit! :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6CUXU2GMOHYZ?ASIN=0439023521	Good story, riveting pace; I hunger for the next book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Yeah, the title of my review is cheesy, sorry.  I liked the book, and for the first time in years I read it through in almost a single day.  I saw the movie first, which wasn't bad at all except I could tell I was missing details that could only come from the book.  But the movie was obviously good enough to get me to read the book.  The story has a good pace, and changes direction enough to make Katniss believable in her thoughts.  I'm going to read the other books, for sure.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VC2TH0577GSV?ASIN=0439023521	Must read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">WOW!  What a fantastic book.  I had heard that the Hunger Games was a good book to read but to be perfectly honest I thought it was a lot of hearsay. I will admit I was wrong! I bought it to read while my husband had a MRI. Well needless to say I started reading it the day before his MRI and finished that same day I bought it. That is because once I started reading I couldn't stop. Now that is the sign of a good book.  By the way the book was sooooo much better then the movie.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KLB16FCSJSQA?ASIN=0439023521	LOVED IT!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Let me add my two cents to the masses.  I finally broke down and began reading the Hunger Games and I'm glad I did.  I loved the characters and the story.  Collins creates a fantastic world inside the arena.<br/><br/>The pacing is non-stop.  She packs an incredible amount of action in one paragraph.  I didn't want to miss one word.<br/><br/>A good book is hard to find.  You won't go wrong here.<br/><br/>As a trilogy, that's another story, but the first book is EXCELLENT!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21YJLX5WXKH3M?ASIN=0439023521	BEST BOOK EVER!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i absolutely loved this book! It was probably the best book i have ever read.  i finished it about an hour ago and i still cant stop thinking about it! i feel like i actually know the main characters and i really got a vivid picture of every thing they were doing.  i almost want to stop my review now because i cant describe how much i LOVED this book! all i really can say is i CANT wait until i get my hands on the second one because then i will be reading it for days straight!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5C5Z3CVJRC6S?ASIN=0439023521	Unputdownable	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm now over 70, and I just wish there had been great Juvenal fiction like this (e.g., the Harry Potter novels) when I had been a teenager in the 50's. I read science fiction back then because it was the most imaginative material I could find at the time. I still recommend science fiction (specifically Juvenal science fiction from the 40's and 50's when it was fun story telling), but I envy modern juveniles and the wonderful imaginative works that are available to them today.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TRJ2HBMWH11M?ASIN=0439023521	Quick Read for Two Generations	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is simple and engaging, a quick and easy read for young and old.  The writer pulls the reader along gently, but with enough force that he or she must discover the outcome.  A very young reader will enjoy a great story without suffering from real, bloody violence, but with a slight scent of death and competition.  Also, the power that government can have should awaken them to the value of voting after studying candidates beyond media hype into real ideologies.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RAWU5MS3ZRYTV?ASIN=0439023521	Wow! The reviews did not disapoint!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I finally after much convincing jumped on the ""Hunger Games"" bandwagon. I am not usually a fan of fantasy or futuristic type books.<br/><br/>This one, however, had a good mix of common day and future without being overwhelming.<br/>The storyline had me hanging on every page, never a dual moment or a place where I was hoping things would speed up. The tempo and pace were perfect.<br/><br/>I stayed up till 3am to finish reading. It was worth it! I can't wait to read the next two books! I'm a fan!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PXALOEIAC3A7?ASIN=0439023521	Good read..grabs your interest	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed reading book one can't wait to purchase book two and find out what happens. Thought the storyline was intriguing and the games interesting. Takes imagination and creativity to write a book like hunger games. Not sure  how I feel about Gale and  Peeta; I feel like peeta was a stranger however didn't get much information on Gale or get to see their interactions except a few times in the first few chapters. I think book two will give more insight on that relationship.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JLMLO11UYTOU?ASIN=0439023521	A Masterpiece for young adults	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">when I first bought the book, i thought I will keep rolling my eyes as the book is super stolen from other books. There are few plots in the world, when  a Japanese guy comes with a plot of children killing each other on life tv, you can't convince me that this was your idea too.<br/>Anyhow, that said, the Hunger Games is still a masterpiece of its own that I really recommend. I really wished if only a thank you note was given to the writer of Battle Royal and Stephen kind.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHZYI811GI0QY?ASIN=0439023521	Love this!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was truly surprised to like the Hunger Games as I tend to feel disappointed by books with a lot of hype.<br/><br/>To me, however, the Hunger Games is a beautiful-slash-disturbing story that really makes you think about human behaviour. A 'Battle Royale' that digs deeper beneath the surface. A page-turner to say the least. I wish I had started the series sooner!<br/><br/>- Lela<br/>Author of <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/She-Said-Style-A-Guide-to-Fashion-Beauty-and-Self-Love/dp/B007X55T9W"">She Said Style - A Guide to Fashion, Beauty, and Self-Love</a></span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27LKPH7WU5224?ASIN=0439023521	I will always remember this series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Every once in a while you'll find a book that you enjoy so much you wish you could go somewhere deserted just so you can read.  A book so good that you long for the train ride home from work just so you can read some more.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games series is just that good.<br/><br/>It grasped my attention and didn't let me go until the last line on the last page.  By the end I was actually sad to see the series end.  A wonderful experience that had a satisfying ending.<br/><br/>I HIGHLY recommend.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2EETMIQJVNQXR?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing Book, Collins sets the bar high!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It has been a long time since I have connected with a heroine the way I related to Katniss. Her struggles in both the battle dome and with her emotions makes her all the more real. The book has a Battle Royale fight to the death plot despite trying to make connections between the two in the beginning I quickly stopped when I realized this book was an entirely different beast.<br/><br/>If you are thinking about reading I highly encourage you to do so! It is well worth your time.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TMQDK4HVBZJX?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I almost didn't purchase this book because it was listed as a ""young adult"" book, and those type of books are usually geared more toward 12 to 16 year olds. I am 23, and loved this book. I read all three of them in a two day period. It wasn't at all what I expected, and I was happily surprised. I have recommended this book to many others, even my 44 year old mom. lol. I was disappointed when I finished the series, knowing that I would have to find something else to read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14NYOZTVQSHS6?ASIN=0439023521	Survivor On Steroids	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A cross between Roman Gladiators and the TV show Survivor, only set in the future, and played until there really is only one LIVING survivor out of 24 contestants. Collins creates a capable, headstrong, young (16 year old) protagonist who you care about right from the beginning. Her writing style is fresh, nearly brisk, and she inserts a lot of imaginative ideas about life and inventions in the future. I can't wait to read books 2 and 3. Would love to see this in movie form.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZ7PMUO1IX5G0?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book has a futuristic setting, and it really makes you wonder about what the future really will hold for us as a species. There is violence, sure, but it is a very good scientific novel that can easily be enjoyed. I look forward to the next book in the series. The Hunger Games is a very well written book that, makes you think, and keeps you reading for as long as it takes until it is done. It is a pretty quick read, that continues to make you think even when it is over.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10Y9YXWJRSVNU?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm not one to write book reviews on Amazon, but WOW! this was a great read!  Honestly, some of the best books I've ever read have been teen/young adult novels, and this one ranks way up at the top.  I could not put this down, and the story stayed with me for days, weeks really.  I'm just now finding out this is book one in a trilogy, and I cannot wait for book 2!  Katniss is a well-developed character whom I care about and want to know what happens next to this spunky girl!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23IZ4JR00KH5U?ASIN=0439023521	it is thethird time i have read this book and ...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">it is thethird time i have read this book and will read it again</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OYTY8JQ35X52?ASIN=0439023521	Three Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The story is interesting and engaging, but the plot is rehashed.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TAD8B2637NO9?ASIN=0439023521	Best YA series I've read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoy a series and have read some YA ones, over time.  This is one of the best YA series that I've read to date.  I just couldn't put it down, always wanting to know what was going to happen next.  Thankfully I hadn't discovered this book until all three had been released so didn't have to wait for the next.  I read all three one after the after, and never tired of it.  Great story that flowed nicely and was fast paced.  I highly recommend this series to YA or for adults.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIQVKZQM615NE?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Although I am an avid reader, this storyline did not sound like something I would care for despite the best seller status. However, the movie debut did spark my interest so I rented it to satisfy my curiosity and was, of course, captivated by the plight of Katniss. I knew the book had to be better than the movie and I was not disappointed! Now, I can't wait to read the other books in the series. The story was well written and I couldn't put it down as it was just that good!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWALYZ6DFXPOU?ASIN=0439023521	Read in under one day	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was one of those ""never"" people.  I saw the movie prewiews and Hunger Games did not appeal to me.  I came across a copy of the book because my boyfriend was reading it and he said you will like it.  I said nah but picked it up and I couldn't put it down.  I am not going to get into the details of the book because most people know the premise of it but I bought all three and am half way through the second one (dang work- otherwise I would probably be done with the series).</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFMUYIETZU2AQ?ASIN=0439023521	Compelling storyline	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've read a few 1-star reviews and agree with their points about the style of writing, etc.  However, I had no problem overlooking those things.  I found this to be an incredibly engaging and thought-provoking story that I simply couldn't put down.  I was afraid the brutality would be too much for my 10-year-old son, but halfway through I already knew he would love this book as much as I do.  It's a great read and you can't help but find similarities in our current society.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QLUTDMKS6VY7?ASIN=0439023521	5 stars- this book was great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i couldnt put this book down ! literally. i stayed up until 3 just to finish it.  i love the ""romance"" between peeta and ""catnip"". this story had a captivating plot with lofty allinces and strong ones too.  full of beytrayal and true love, lies and truth this book sucks you in and leaves you HUNGRY for the next one. with huomoruos moments terrifying moments and romantic moments this book will please even the pickiest of readers. i totally recomend this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AJAC9MG401BO?ASIN=0439023521	So good!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is such a great series, I was so addicted to it! The writing is nowhere near JK Rowling quality but you get so entranced in the story it doesn't matter. It has the perfect mix of action and romance. My 14 year old brother is reading this currently and loves it so it's not too mushy. I would recommend this so anyone who loves Harry Potter, Twilight, Gemma Doyle Series, or anything young adult.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2M0SM0JUZZ6FG?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is truly one of the best I have read in a long time! IT IS SOOOOOO GREAT! SOOOOO INTERESTING! I couldn't stop reading it no matter what. In fact I'm writing this review after reading it for the second time. I recommend it to anyone who wants a good read. WARNING: there is a cliff hanger at the end that makes you want the next book, makes you NEED the next book. Definitely read this book THE HUNGER GAMES will be the best book you have read. Trust me read the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KUN1PVMJEZJ9?ASIN=0439023521	Didn't want to put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book after seeing the movie adaptation of it and I was still on the edge of my seat while turning the pages. I rode the emotional roller coaster with Katniss. This fiction was raw. It was very realistic in the way that it portrayed young people's response under the stressful and terrifying circumstances of the story setting. Characters were well developed. This was great writing and it will thrill generations to come. Book two is setting out and waiting for me.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YWUI516W5CYA?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games: A Winner!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I, at first, shied away from this series as I figured that any book that became a hit movie could not be any good.  I was mistaken!  I held off reviewing any of this series until finishing all of them.  Ms. Collins has created a character, Katness, who will always be with me.  This contest between good and evil continues until the ending in the finale, Mockingjay.<br/>Although, this series is supposedly written for young adults, it captivated me, a 70 year-old adolescent.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDFFJR3EBBHNO?ASIN=0439023521	A real Page Turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My heart was pounding during the end. This is really good book. Katniss is a really good heroine. Peeta adds a loving twist to the book. As they fight for their lives they have to make the choice of life, death,  and Love all while being watched by the whole wide world. Then the twist that changes their whole wide world. The kiss seen around the world. The deaths of innocent little children like Rue. The best books ever. The movie is a lot different do not let it fool you.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHNYH5N1PC8WB?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book and two following were all excellently written and entertaining.<br/>I think Suzanne Collins could write on any subject and make it interesting. Her writing skills are well honed.<br/>The thing I liked most about her themes was that I could not guess beforehand the way the plot was going forward.<br/>The highest accolade is to have your book made into a movie - which has happened.<br/>Standby for the next two movies based on the next two books in the trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R189X1DQZKTKEL?ASIN=0439023521	Perfect	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As a college student, I haven't read a nontextbook in three years. I missed the days of sprawling out reading a good novel for hours. Unfortunately, I haven't had the patience for MORE reading. Then I picked up The Hunger Games to see what all the fuss was about. Four hours later I was finished the book and had already borrowed the second one on my Kindle. The library says I can't borrow again until March 1.... I'm pretty sure I'll find a way to read the third one by then!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZE6N6GPS550U?ASIN=0439023521	Skip number two and just go to three.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The sequel did not provide the edge-of-your-seat interest that I found in the first installment.  I will read the third volume because I am hoping that it will have a more interesting story.  The brutality of the arena no longer surprised, so there should have been less of it.  This book just seemed like the author capitalizing on the original interest of the readers, and was merely a filler between the first and third book, thus providing the author with more book sales.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28SSJPQHDRWGO?ASIN=0439023521	Great story! Can't wait to read book two!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is a great story that shows the struggles of two characters to survive the most deadly event in the country of Panem.  The characters show true emotion and an exhilarating adventure makes you never want to stop reading. Suzanne Collins does a great job of capturing the interest of its readers and I am excited to read more books by this author. I would recommend The Hunger Games to people of all ages that enjoy an exciting action adventure with a hint of romance.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLBV4LXV2CEYT?ASIN=0439023521	Wow	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">'The Hunger Games' by Suzanne Collins. Are you kidding me? The Hunger Games? This book blew me away. Not the perfect book, but the perfect example of a book that makes you flip through each page with an ever-increasing velocity. Collins speaks through her characters eloquently, and allows her narrator the right amount of imperfections to make us want to throttle her and hug her. It's a heck of an accomplishment. I look forward to grabbing the next two books in the series.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNSMTIWBV31LH?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I watched the movie first, which was actually pretty decent as far as movies go, but it made me wonder what they left out, so I decided to read the book. I took advantage of the Kindle lending library and was immediately hooked. I finished this book in less than a day. I wasn't even half through when I realized I was going to end up needing to buy the whole series. I know the language and writing style is more geared towards teens, but even adults can get into this story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24Z08WLLWSZ1U?ASIN=0439023521	The best book I've read in a long time!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was amazing! The story was set in the future, and was realistic. It was not so far-fetched that I couldn't see this happening. It had a perfect mixture of well-developed characters, violence, love, action, suspence, and tragedy. The Hunger Games reinvented my opinion of a good book. Katniss is noble, loyal, resourceful, and witty. Well-written and engaging. If you read only one book this year, make it THIS ONE!!!! A must-read for ages ten to one hundred and ten!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1D5IJMSD6PBRL?ASIN=0439023521	Hungering for More...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I very much enjoyed this post-apocalyptic book about a young girl, Katniss, who is forced into her society's once-a-year Hunger Games. Of 24 tributes who are elected, forced really, to enter the games, only one will survive, for the ""game"" is to hunt each other and battle until only one is left alive. The games are telecast to remind everyone of the ugliness of war. The Hunger Games is the first in a proposed series of books, and I look forward to the next in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26XS8EFEN8Q3B?ASIN=0439023521	OK...Not Perfect	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm a guy, and a reluctant reader. The third book of the series is coming out in a week, and the hype-machine is in full swing. So I decided to take a stab at book one. Back when this Hunger Games book came out, some thought it deserved award consideration. It doesn't. I give it a 3. You can read all the 4 and 5 star reviews for the plot points. I'm going to concentrate on why I deducted 2 points.<br/><br/>Warning...spoilers follow...<br/><br/>#1.<br/>The main character of Katniss displays an inconsistency in her behavior and thoughts.<br/>Overall I didn't find Katniss to be a very warm or likeable character. But many characters in literature are not totally likeable. However my bigger gripes are with Katniss's inconsistencies in thinking and actions. Unless your protagonist is suffering from a `multiple personality disorder', it's necessary that she display consistent thoughts and behavior throughout the entire book, i.e. her actions must align with her psyche. ""Would Katniss really do this?"" ""Would Katniss really feel this?"" ""Would Katniss really say this?"" There are many places throughout the story where Katniss expresses her repulsion of the games. She wants somehow to rebel against them. Then, only pages later, she seems to be enjoying herself. Her feelings mutate from ""defiant begrudging participant"" to ""ecstatic career participant"". The worst example of this is when she is presented with two outfits to wear. Maybe the author is making a statement on women's fashion in general. (What is it with women's clothes that completely muddles their minds?). Or maybe the author is trying to paint Katniss as flakey. Twilight's Bella Swan was flakey. I don't think flakey for Katniss was what this author intended.<br/><br/>Here's an example from the scene from the opening parade and the reaction due to Katniss's blazing outfit:<br/><br/>Someone throws me a red rose. I catch it and give it a delicate sniff, and blow a kiss back in the general direction of the giver. A hundred hands reach up to catch my kiss, as if it were a real and tangible thing.<br/>""Katniss! Katniss!"" I can hear my name being called from all sides. Everyone want's my kisses.<br/><br/>Or how about this one, when Katniss is being dressed for her ""interview"" to be broadcast on live TV across the whole nation:<br/><br/>""Can I open my eyes,"" I ask.<br/>""Yes,"" says Cinna. ""Open them.""<br/>The creature standing before me in the full-length mirror has come from another world. Where skin shimmers and eyes flash and apparently they make clothes from jewels. Because my dress, oh, my dress is entirely covered in reflective precious gems, red and yellow and white with bits of blue that accent the flame design. The slightest movement gives the impression I am engulfed in tongues of fire.<br/>I am not pretty. I am not beautiful. I am as radiant as the sun.<br/>For a while we all just stare at me. ""Oh, Cinna,"" I finally whisper. ""Thank you.""<br/>""Twirl for me,"" he says. I hold out my arms and spin in a circle. The prep team screams in admiration.<br/><br/>Does this sound like a defiant begrudging participant? The author and/or editor needed to catch this inconsistency. In fact during the whole book the author needed to hype-up the fact that Katniss is definitely ""putting on a mask"", ""cynically playing to the crowd"", and ""hating every despicable minute of it"". Unfortunately, this is not done, and at times, Katniss comes off as too compliant and wishy-washy...<br/><br/>#2.<br/>During the last hundred pages, the book lost steam. It needed to be tightened. While the love interest was heightened, the narrative and dialog that dealt with it became maudlin, hackneyed, and eye-rolling. A lighter touch was necessary.<br/><br/>#3.<br/>In the last battle, the appearance of the muttations felt totally out of context. It actually lessened the impact of the final confrontation with Cato. This wasn't a `Night of the Living Dead' zombie book.<br/><br/>#4.<br/>The first Rule Change was fine...the second Rule Change (and then the third), seemed forced. Its only purpose was to shoehorn in a reprise of the star-crossed-lover scene out of Romeo and Juliet...and it came off as rushed, ham-fisted, and sappy.<br/><br/>Now I'm trying to decide if I'm even going to read the second installment. I've read some of the Amazon reviews of Catching Fire and it sounds like its a big step down from even this first one. It sounds like the author didn't expend much effort as the second book simply re-treads the plot of the first. It's ""The Hunger Games Reloaded."" More love triangle stuff with an even wimpier Peeta. It also sounds like Katniss is even more fickle...one page it's she loves Peeta...next page it's Gale. She's having a Bella Swan attack...ugh.<br/><br/>Actually, Katniss never comes off in the first book as a ""loving type"", that is, other than for her little sister.<br/>So even putting Katniss into a so-called love triangle seems to be a big stretch.<br/><br/>To sum it up, the failings of this book are main character driven. Like Bella Swan, Katniss doesn't seem to have any overall strong moral guiding fortitude or convictions...she wavers. A strong moral center was something that was required from the get go. ""I'm repulsed by the games."" ""I'll go along with them for now."" ""But in the end--I'll get my revenge."" Unfortunately, this was 'not' how her character was depicted. So tell me...how is somebody this fickle ever going to lead a rebellion?</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R133SW0X1QBD1D?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not figure out what would be good about the book when I heard what it was about. So of course, I had to read it. It got so much attention. At 6:30 in the morning, I had to make myself go to sleep. I did not want to stop reading! What a story. I did not want to like it, but I did. It kind of shocks you into wondering how low can we go? That the world in the story was North America is chilling. But it is a page turner. I will definitely read the rest of the series.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZQRTUKHUZB52?ASIN=0439023521	A Thoroughly Engrossing Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I remember reading My Side of the Mountain as a child and deciding at that moment that I hated survival books. The Hunger Games though is so much more than a book of survival. It may be a young adult book but it has a very adult storyline with adult emotions. It seems impossible to not get caught up in the characters, to feel what they feel and cry for them even when they are too strong to do so on their own.  I'll be going online immediately to download the second book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PT3URE4LZ7Y8?ASIN=0439023521	Well worth the read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't know what I was in for when I chose this book. The title seemed vaguely familiar but I had no idea what it was about. Obviously transported into the future but not overtly sci-fi. I was quickly drawn to the main characters, the protagonists and the intrigues of the game. It didn't take long to become hooked. I would recommend this book to anyone who like me enjoys a swashbuckling historical novel or sci-fi that isn't centered on androids populating the universe.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHDIX5ZLWR4U9?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games Review.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is amazing, I think anyone should read it! I HiGHLY reccomend it. It's really popular and has a movie coming out. I really enjoyed this book, and it is a real page turner. The ending, makes you want to buy the second book to see how Peeta and Katniss's relationship continues, does it fall apart? Or carry on?  Get this book, and I promise you won't regret. Also, at the end, get Catching Fire (the second book) then Mocking Jay (the third). This series is amazing.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31RCV04EX753H?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome read, not just for teenagers	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Although this claims to be in some sense aimed at teens, I'm not sure why. The writing is not graduate level, but I presume it's mainly because the protagonist is a teenager. Nonetheless, for a person who likes the kind of post-current-world genre, this one ranks right up in the top, of those I've come upon. It's dark, but not dark like The Road (that one really is depressing). It is violent, but not too gruesome. It's just a darn good read. Looking forward to the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IMMCYS3WP97P?ASIN=0439023521	My favorite book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Not what I expected at all! I thought The Hunger Games was going to be about war. But I ended up loving it! My mother and I fought over who got to read it first. The best part about the book is<br/> no boring parts! I have never read a book that was so engaging. All of the books in the series are spectactular! I reccomend this book for science fiction lovers and people who love really really good books. Suzanne Collins only mistake was not publishing them at the same time.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3W8BQU5284VL?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have been an avid reader for over 20 years, averaging 3-4 books per week.  The Hunger Games Trilogy by Suzanne Collins is definitely one of my top 10 favorite reads.  The whole series is engrossing and entertaining.  I finished the second book before the third came out, and it was one of the hardest waits I've ever had for a book to be published.  Everyone I know has loved this book, from my 11 year old son to my 63 year old mother.  Highly, highly, highly recommended!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2K51WB92IW8FX?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book Series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book series. My only thoughts is that if you're buying this for your teen - consider their age and maturity. This story is really dark and very political. I think the language is very appropriate for most teenagers, how the content is a little above younger teens. I wouldn't recommend this for teenagers under the age of 14 personally. But as an adult - I consider this a ""must read"" under popular novels. And it's nothing like Twilight - much higher quality!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LU3BI0AESG2O?ASIN=0439023521	Stilting but deep	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I know that I have read a ""youth"" book by the short, stilting sentences and sparse descriptions. I certainly like the concept, though, because it seems to cut close to the grain in the sense that people are under constant surveillance these days. It is reminiscent of George Orwell's ""1984"" in that Panem resembles the divisions he introduced. Also, I saw a correlation between the TV screens in Orwell's book and Collins' technological advancement of a few.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHEI58GRTJCO7?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I purchased this book after hearing so much about it, and I began reading it to my sons on a long car ride.  Soon the entire family was captivated by the story and every one of us wanted to keep going, until I was losing my voice.  My sons still go back and read it over and over.  While the second and third books in the trilogy were good, this one was great.  It deals with some very dark and disturbing ideas while allowing the main characters to maintain their humanity.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2M2XDDBNSSMPD?ASIN=0439023521	Best Book Ever!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the movie and reading the book made it all the more better. I love the characters and the detail that the author gave about the characters and the events. Sometimes things were different in the book than the movie, but it was definetly the best book I have ever read and I am now working on catching fire and can't wait for the next movie to come out. So far the second book is just as amazing as the first book. Keep writing amazing books! Live, Love, Hunger Games!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2A7EFESBFIEUV?ASIN=0439023521	Not the most original plot but nicely done anyway	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Okay, we have seen this idea many times before in various forms.  Still, the author manages to craft a tale of young love, angst, social turmoil and inequality, and survival skills in a deadly battle witnessed by an entire country on reality TV.  Katniss is a sympathetic main character and first-person narrator that you cannot help rooting for as she tries to fend off starvation and care for her family while also being forced to kill people her own age and even younger.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33L2472Z1TBX3?ASIN=0439023521	Better Than I thought	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I actually really enjoyed this book. I read it on my Kindle Fire. I had a free ""rental"" of a book so I decided to read this.<br/><br/>I'm not a big book person but figured I'll try it out.<br/><br/>As I read the book, I was hoping the girliness of the book wouldn't ruin it, and it doesn't.<br/>I was surprised how graphic this book really is, since it is geared towards teens.<br/>The details are great, and I could really connected with the characters in the story.<br/>I really into this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LNSZYYPIPM9F?ASIN=0439023521	Love loved LOVED this book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was hesitant about reading this book at first, having seen the movie. Although the movie didn't interest me much, I did remember the ending. I wish I hadn't, but it was kind of a given either way.<br/><br/>Anyhow, the story had my eyes glued to the pages of the book, reading. I literally couldn't put it down. I can't wait to read the second book of the series! (Which, I must say, the author has me curious about. I'm REALLY hoping it doesn't become a sappy romance.)</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34JK3ID99MCS6?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger for more Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I waited a long time to even begin reading this book thinking it would not be for an older man who is use to reading the Grisham's and Higgin's.  With a gift card from a young adult who i trust i thought i would give it a try and was totally capitivated by it.  I instantly downloaded the next book in the series and am enjoying it.  Good books for all ages and a great way to get our younger generation reading.  Exciting and action packed with some good moral situations.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VXUD0PD9Q0WZ?ASIN=0439023521	Great...whatever just get over with it.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Look, I like the HUnger Games as much as the next guy/gal whateves but really! I like them but got to step on top of the game Suzzane Collins! I mean I like Rick Riordan better in my opinion, in MY opinion! Please do better oh and by the way...<br/><br/>  GO TEAM KATNISS YAY! :) please join the Katniss team (p.s it doesn't exist! Just support by saying Go Team Katniss! 5 times to a guy/gal who never read the series!)<br/>  descendant of Apollo, Roman live SPQR! bye!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3I1AMJEDXJ1BI?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games Trilogy - Captive reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Not being an avid reader of books because of time constraints, I downloaded the first book and found that I couldn't put it down. It was so well written and full of detail, it had me in from the start. When I finished reading the last chapter, I knew that I would then have to get the other two books or I would never forgive myself. I certainly wasn't disappointed.<br/>Suzanne Collins has such a wonderful way of writing and I can thoroughly recommend the whole trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CY7M18GDVVDM?ASIN=0439023521	It kept my attention	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">While I wasn't sure about the book, I was interested once I began to read it and of course you have to read the next two!!<br/><br/>I thought it was well written, but I would be careful as a parent, choosing the age of the child who might read this. The violence is probably too much for some young people and there is a lot of killing, because it is kill or be killed.<br/><br/>As an adult it was interesting to see that government hasn't evolved much into the future.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1AESAX97AIXMA?ASIN=0439023521	Engaging!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I came upon this book because so many friends were telling me how good it was, and once the movie came out I was determined to read the book before I saw the movie. At first I didn't see what the big deal was, sure it wasnt bad, maybe it didn't hold my attention the whole time in the beginning, but once the games started I got it. The games are brutal, killing to live, killing to survive, and under it all is a story of love and understanding. Definiitly worth the read!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3ROX7JGIL50BK?ASIN=0439023521	BEST BOOK EVER!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I cannot express how amazing The Hunger Games is… The whole trilogy is. It is the perfect combination of a rebellion, action story, and a love triangle. Katniss has a perspective that is unlike any other. She is a truly inspiring heroine. The Hunger Games trilogy has a futuristic government that is hauntingly similar to our world… But it is also like the world's past government too. I reccomend this book to everyone, no matter what your taste. It is absolutely amazing!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RD4954QKP2XTB?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I kept seeing all my classmates read this book and I heard it was supposed to be a fantastic book well, THEY WERE RIGHT! I love the action, the suspense its an original plot with original characters and once you start it your hooked, I loved this book and I recommend it to well anyone! Reason being is that I read all those vampire books and stuff so I didn't think I'd like this book, boy was I wrong. I still recommend going to the library first though before buying it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RL9SAHGSQXWE9?ASIN=0439023521	Love it.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Must read. Especially if you watched the movies.  The books fill in the details.<br/><br/>The stark contrast between two ways of life, District 12 and the Capitol, and the extended comparisons between the two ways of life make the reader consider how the lifestyle of today differs, compared to 100 years ago.  Basic survival vs. a life of frivolous excess.  The love story and the main character's internal struggle made me root for her to fall in love with poor Peers!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3G24NTH70OKN2?ASIN=0439023521	Nice book, but not stimulating	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The plot of the book is very famous,<br/>and the story is quite descriptive. It is pleasing to the imagination,<br/>but it is no where near as stimulating to the mind.<br/><br/>I viewed the movie before reading the book,<br/>and expected there to be more themes of ""rebellion"".<br/>But rather, the girl just seems like a rash person who is determined to follow her own set of rules<br/>rather than the symbol of rebellion as the movie has better insinuated.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTYNAXAHCVTVN?ASIN=0439023521	Great originality and depth of characters	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought this whole series and have really enjoyed the originality in the story line and the emotion behind the characters. It's easy to envision what's going on. I read the book before watching the movie - and, as is usually the case, the book is sooo much better! If you watched the movie, the whole thing will make a lot more sense after you read the book. I think there is a lot more character development in the book than what you really get a feel for in the movies.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMEFUXHMPKWOL?ASIN=0439023521	Good, better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a good reading. I personally started reading it because I thought the movie was very scarce on details. This book fills some gaps but still, the events are not really explained. You need to keep reading on the next books.<br/><br/>A couple of details that are important on the plot appear here, but were left out in the movie. I recommend it only if you will commit to read the whole trilogy.<br/><br/>If you are only reading this one book, go somewhere else.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31QDJ30T99CCM?ASIN=0439023521	Hot love romance	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I would recommend this book to my friend in school and my mom.I liked when they put the romantic comedy and romantic love and relationships with someone you knew as a friend of sorts and how they got to like each other when they got put into the arena. And I sorta liked and disliked the part when they lied and trys to make Katniss and Peter to kill each other and that was very smart the way they decided to die with each other and not alone so they could stay together.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3G5UOBL9L376?ASIN=0439023521	My First YA Fiction Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't think I've read a book in the YA genre before, so I did wonder how much I'd enjoy The Hunger Games, but I should not have worried. It's well written, well plotted, with believable characters and just the right amount of horror and gore. It's also a great hypothesis for a story. I definitely want to read the other 2 books in the series and find out what happens regarding Katniss, Gale and Peeta.<br/><br/>J M Leitch author of futuristic thriller The Zul Enigma</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JLN5U7VYJ2A1?ASIN=0439023521	Easy read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After all the hoopla over the Hunger Games movie, I wanted to read the book before seeing the movie.  I read it really quickly and was enthralled all the way through.  The premise of this story is horrible, but it is still a page turner that I couldn't put down.<br/>I have also read the second story ""Catching Fire,"" and am now reading the third part ""Mockingjay.""  I've heard from friends that the book is better than the movie, but I still can't wait to see the movie.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AH33QWAJTZET?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have not seen the movie, but if you want to stay up late with a gripping novel, this is the book to read. Once you enter into the mind of the society and especially Katniss, the main character, you will find yourself falling deep into the ethos of what is happening. There are 2 other sequels to this novel, and I hope to report on the other two. It  can lead you into another world that is deeply scary, but also lifts up the spirit of the human condition. A must read.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROA2H0T6Z2A2D?ASIN=0439023521	Wow (warning!!! This contains spoilers!!)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Words cannot even describe how much I love this book.  I just could not put it down.  I love how Collins is able to explain the character even if they were only in a paragraph.  Beautiful Rue.  I have never cried so hard over a death of a character.  And Katniss.  She is so strong, stubborn, beautiful, athletic, and brave.  I wish I could be more like her.  And then there is Peeta.  I love him! Hes sweet, brave, kind, and loyal.  Overall, Collins did an AMAZING job!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32C1TI6RKV2GF?ASIN=0439023521	BEST BOOK EVER	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">when i came into reading class on my first day of sixth grade my teacher started talking about this awesome real cool novel.guess what .it was da da da daaaaaa.The Hunger Games.my teacher started reading started reading it out loud to my class.but since we only had like an an hour and ten or fifteen minutes.so she bought like seven copies so we could read to our selves.this is a very good book.i reccomend this book to any one who likes romance and or action.thank you.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DZT6GM2ZWYDA?ASIN=0439023521	I'm waiting for the sequel!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you enjoyed the Twilight and Harry Potter series, you'll love this book. Suzanne Collins has a great imagination and she ran with it. I want Cinna, who is Katniss' stylist for the Games, to do my makeup and costume for my next New Year's Party. Having made that shallow statement, I'll add that besides letting you enjoy the fun of fantasy, she also makes you think about the impacts of war on our world and our young people.  Can't wait for the sequel.....and a movie!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RP1K46B43R1MG?ASIN=0439023521	Pretty good.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Although it takes a while to get used to katniss' short choppy sentences, and the plot is somewhat  ruined by my having seen the trailers for the 2nd movie before reading this, I didn't expect the ever so appealing complicated-love thing underlying the whole book. Collins does a good job describing scenery, and the whole scene with Rue is touching. The plot contains many literary sub-plots that are quite frequently favored by writers, but overall it's a decent story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24X7VSQIQ30O0?ASIN=0439023521	Best Book Ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I think the Hunger Games is one of the interesting books ever, so different to other books with vampires and werewolfs.<br/>I can relate to Katniss Everdeen, i feel like I know what she is going through. I love this book because it is so differant and it's a completely differant world to now and I think to myself could this happen. That 12 to 18 year olds fight to the death, just for entertainment!!! I will recommend this book to everyone in the world. So read it!!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RULGXDGCYBNO5?ASIN=0439023521	Very good! MUST READ!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was romantic full of action and adventure. Pulling you into the games making become one with Katniss. It makes you see the games from her view, how she got there from her prospective. Falling in love with Petta the way she did was so engaging making you want to cry at the end when she says she has to let his hand go not really knowing when they will be together . I guess I will have to find out in book two and three if they come through or if Katniss goes to Gale.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGNN65KNRRJ5N?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing 1!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was recently in a rut of reading the same old genre of book before my wife talked me into reading this one.  It sucked me in so fast I didn't know what hit me.  Amazing writing, real and believable characters, an incredibly unique plot, and the perfect good vs. evil theme.  Katnis' imperfections made her character that much more real and believable.  The love triangle with Peeta and Gale made for an interesting sub-plot.  Absolutely loved every part of this book...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1S3U8FKMLR6GF?ASIN=0439023521	Book or Movie, which one wins	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well of course there is little comparison between the two. Whilst the movie was OK the book is infinitely better.<br/><br/>The author has expressed some bizarre and quirky events which I think will appeal to the younger generation, although I was intrigued by the story, the wonderfully colourful narration and glad when I got to the end.<br/><br/>It certainly is worth reading...take it on holiday with you and you will taken with the characters to some place else!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15BJPITRELPUQ?ASIN=0439023521	The best book ever!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book about a week before the movie came out and it is my absolute favorite. I resisted when I had to put it down! The writing makes you feel that you are Katniss herself and you feel as cool as she is! You feel hver pain and cry with her. You feel her strength and think you have it too. The romance that is put in is perfect and the action and twists keep you holding your breath on the edge of your seat. I will read it anytime, or any book in the trilogy.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34TOCHDJ39S6E?ASIN=0439023521	Riveting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am not the target audience for this book as I am a 37 stay at home mom but I was pleasantly surprised! My 14 year old step-son came home with this book and I like to know what the kids are reading so we read this book together. Suzanne Collins is a great writer who can elicit emotions from her audience with very little character development.  The first 35 pages or so were a little slow but after that I couldn't put the book. I've started reading Catching Fire now.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1J70EBE6IT9SY?ASIN=0439023521	Expert Storytelling	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger Games is an engaging novel with an interesting storyline. It is told through the eyes of only one of its characters, Katniss, but she has enough life experiences to leave the reader understanding her well. The premise is completely believable.  Some of the technology requires a leap of faith, but, being a fan of HG Wells, Michael Chrichton, and George Lucas, I entirely enjoy making that leap.  An easy and quick read that has left me eager to start the sequel.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R135GRR6VIVQA1?ASIN=0439023521	The perfect blend of romance, violence, and si-fi.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I will start by saying this is one of my new favorite books. I lost count of how many recommendations I received to read this book, and it did not fail me. The book stars and is narrated by Katniss Everdeen, a teenage girl who is entered into the bloody event that is the Hunger Games, an event that takes 1 boy and 1 girl from each district of what remains of North America. I will stop the spoiling here, and I will leave you with one single comment: BUY THIS BOOK!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23LQHP95ISTN7?ASIN=0439023521	Not Necessarily YA	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">At 62, I'm hardly YA any more...This book captured my interest from the beginning and left me running for the second volume at the end.  Well written, suspenseful, creative.  The main character is a resourceful sixteen year old girl who volunteers for a battle to the death against 23 other teens.  Her day to day life is a struggle to save herself and her family from starvation.  Suzanne Collins has written a series of books here that will engage readers of all ages.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDFNUM920ITK5?ASIN=0439023521	A teen novel adults will enjoy too	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The story is of a girl who trades places with her little sister to join in the Hunger Games. The Hunger Games are a type of mandadory survival game where only one of 24 teens (between the ages of 12-18) will walk away.<br/><br/>The book has elements of adventure, survival, growth and love. I'm an adult and I enjoyed reading the Hunger Games. It was recommended to me when I needed another book to replace Twilight and I enjoyed it almost as much. Can't wait for the sequel.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CYP3L44RN9M7?ASIN=0439023521	Happy Hunger Games_BookReviewENG340	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I would recommend this novel because I give this book a 8 out of 10 rating. Even though this book may be gory and violent, the concept of the game this book introduces is very new and unique. I have never thought that survival games would be this interesting. The way the author made the system of this game amazed me because it is so clever. I wanted to keep reading because I kept wondering what would happen next. This book keeps the readers entertained and curious.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BVTYWZ8X0CEI?ASIN=0439023521	A thrill. Can't wait to see what happens next!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Thrilling! What an ominous vision the author presents...it's pretty fascinating how technology is advanced but the world is so dark and barbaric. Bizarre to see how they foist the worst of it on, of all people, adolescents like Katniss and Peeta. Can't wait to continue the series and see how Katniss, who is at her nature such a badass rebel (and doesn't even know it) confronts the unfairness of her world and maybe will even bring it all down like she did the games.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNPNU4CLN6FVV?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book. I got way more than i expected before I started reading. Once I got into the book I knew it was going to be something good but it just kept getting better in it's own twisted way. The end leaves you wanting more but...<br/>I don't know if I am going to read the next in the trilogy because I don't know how it could get any better but I guess i will read the reviews and see.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1THQ9FA4RB9Y2?ASIN=0439023521	Simple but vivid	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have seen tr movie and have read the book...so I have an idea of the different scenes that the author was trying to describe to the reader. The book went into great detail about the different locations that the character encountered! I enjoyed the book very much! I think that the book is appropriate for readers who are not in there teens. It can be hard to read about children killing children at times. However, the book allowed you to travel to a far away place.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R84930UFFE4H?ASIN=0439023521	It's okay...but.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a terrific read if your a teenaged virgin girl.  It's an okay venture for everyone else.  Everything is pretty superficial and direct.  There are some twists and turns I guess but not particularly challenging.  To me this novel is a byproduct of a jaded society dominated by quick hit television and movies.  The is author is talented and does address what she intended to...coming of age for teenage girls and dealing with violence.  A catchy little pop tome.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RX51OYHMTAWJW?ASIN=0439023521	A must read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">At first I was doubtful of this book because I heard that all it was about was people kill each other inside an arena, and I thought to myself ""People killing each other... What's more to write about?"" But since many of my friends told me to read it I decided to give it a try thinking ""Why not?"" This book was so full of emotion and detail you could easily picture it and imagine what the characters feel like. I just couldn't put down this book. This is a must read!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28O2VZGULID55?ASIN=0439023521	A great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was surprised that I liked this book with it being focused towards young adults. It is amazing.. Collins has done an awesome job, with making you feel like you are there and actually making you feel like the characters are standing right in front of you. You can almost imagen what your thoughts would be if you was the one they was getting ready for the games. And the oppions you would have of your hair dresser..lol...  If you like Collins you'll love these books</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRIGWX8DSJN51?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was like a breath of fresh air. A for YA that was not about vampires or werewolves. This story reminded me of ancient times. This whole series was like a Greek tragedy. For her it would always come down to two options and neither where good. and it even reminded me of  the Romans as well. One because of them going into an arena and fighting for there lives like Gladiators.  And even some of there names where Roman. Over all this was a beautiful tragic story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BIB5NOVK98FW?ASIN=0439023521	Interesting read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger Games is an interesting look at how violence and war affect young people.  If you have a child who is reading the book, make sure to read it yourself and talk about it.  I found that in talking with my 11-year-old, he completely missed the point on why the children were being chosen to participate in the Games and how that affected their lives from day one.  Definitely gives parents/mentors a good deal of relevant topics to discuss with their young people.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15BA5M0JBZDUV?ASIN=0439023521	Great, with a few problems	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger games is about a girl named Katniss who has to fight to the death with other children. This book is violent, yes, but it didn't bother me all that much. I really enjoyed the action and fast paced writing style. I haven't read this author's other books, but I plan to read the other books in this series. If you like dystopian books, I'm pretty sure you will like Hunger games. I went between 4 and 5 stars, but have to go with 5 because it really is very good.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2X3EPKROYIT1O?ASIN=0439023521	OUTSTANDING READ	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have read all three of the Hunger Games books purchased from Amazon,com and they were wonderful.. I saw the first movie of the series and found that it was very good...If I had not read the books I may have been a bit confused at first..but the movie was very good but the book was great.Very descriptive words, so much that I felt like I was struggling with Katniss and Peeta.  It was an excellently written and descriptive book  Cannot wait for the next Movie....</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GZOK6UKEPYME?ASIN=0439023521	Far better than I expected	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">WOW! I had no idea how much I would love and devour this book. I read it in 2 days, could not put it down. The story is non stop action. I wasn't sure I would like a story that centered around children who are supposed to kill each other to survive but the author did it in such a good way. I can't wait to read the next one, I'm on a wait list to borrow that says it will take a day and I'm not sure I can even wait that long! You will not regret reading this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DX3LOH3FZ63?ASIN=0439023521	Enjoyable	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The present tense did not work for me because I thought it was poorly executed. Had it been written in past tense, I'd have given this book 4 stars. I found the overall writing a bit clunky. The story itself was extremely engaging, albeit predictable. I loved the characters, though. They had great motivations and acted consistently. I'd give this 3.5 stars if I could. I liked it but not as much as most other readers did. I won't be reading the rest of the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DZEWFSFDDRH0?ASIN=0439023521	One of the best books I've ever read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Once I started this book I could not put it down! I found all the character's really easy to relate to, and the plot held my interest quite easily. I found the similarities between the games and reality TV scary in a good way. I would recomend this book to anyone! However, if you have a hard time dealing with brutal death, don't read it. The deaths complete the story and are necessary, but are not for the faint of heart. This book is one of my all time favorites!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DBO3Z5PW8JGJ?ASIN=0439023521	an unjust system	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">a girl and boy have gone past friendship, in thought. then tradegy strikes and takes the girl away with a familiar stranger.<br/><br/>the stranger and girl get really close through lots of trials and close encounters.<br/><br/>but the puppetmasters' are pulling the strings for thousands of lives and willing place twenty-four unwilling young people in danger to make them examples of . . .<br/><br/>do they become examples or do they fight to see another day?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GPMGU52EQ8IC?ASIN=0439023521	Wow!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Three words: A Maze Ing!<br/><br/>Loved it! Couldn't put it down.  Stayed away from reading it because the thought of kids killing each other is disturbing to me.  But the context in which it is handled makes you able to direct your aching for the deaths of so many youths at the Capitol and root for Katniss and Peeta that much more, that all of the tributes are victims and the two's survival is that much more rewarding.  Can't wait to read the other two books!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2R1XIJWFIWYHR?ASIN=0439023521	Thank you Kindle Lending Library!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this for free via the Kindle Lending Library and I'm glad I did. An enjoyable and quick read (in fact I read it in 27 hours). Collins does a great job of setting up a dystopian future and helping the reader discover it through natural dialogue and first person narrative. Nothing incredible in terms of literary merit (well written to be sure), but fun escapism nonetheless. I look forward to next month when I can get the second book via the lending library.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XV6TBTFMT7SO?ASIN=0439023521	A Father Of Three Daughters Hungers For The Rest Of The Story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I watched the movie with my two youngest daughters, and we talked about how great we all thought it was, my girls said, Dad you should read the books. So my literary journey  begins with book one. I have truly enjoyed it. The pacing and character development are wonderful. And I thoroughly enjoy listening to Katniss' thoughts rather than guessing during the movie. Bravo Suzanne! You've helped a 54 year old dad connect with his daughters through literature.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKXNLPEKYIG8S?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was looking for a good book to read and thought I would give this a try with the movie release coming up. I had no expectations going in, so I was pleasantly surprised with the result. The plot was full of twists and turns and the author did a great job of helping me get to know Katniss. Unfortunately it a was a little too good as I immediately downloaded the 2nd and 3rd books of the trilogy and proceeded through the week on minimal sleep. Highly recommended.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R372F2TXMV6NT6?ASIN=0439023521	a surprisingly good tale	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i am a high school and college theatre teacher/director. some of my students were reading this book and suggested i try it.<br/>i found it to be a great story, one that was difficult to put down and filled with believable characters. i, too, am a writer<br/>and seem to demand a lot from a story. it must flow, action must be constant and there should be no ""down time."" this book<br/>has all of this and more. i recommend this for high school kids and their parents alike.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQKEGDXNJO4T0?ASIN=0439023521	wow im amazed	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">if a series of books can be more tragic then this well i wouldnt look at it this is a tragic love stoy, of survivle of the fitest . i have read my share of books only to be absorbed in thought for this one the hunger games is more then i thought it would be and more only to continue on with two more books. a friend of mine cant talk about the seires without bursting to tears, in a good way the one from someone who has been deeply touched by this book as i have.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2K5BP2LPT8OQ9?ASIN=0439023521	"Review #800- can I push the ""overall"" rating from 4.5 to a full 5 stars?"	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">You don't need me to tell you- this series is fabulous.  If edge-of-your-seat story telling, interesting believable characters, thought-provoking yet terrifying scenarios, and hard-to-ignore modern culture parallels interest you at all.<br/>The first book kept me up reading all night in the bathroom, but the second was even better if that is possible.  I am so worried that Suzanne won't be able to satisfy all her fans with the wrap-up coming out soon.  Can't wait!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNL17SZ7ZCYNE?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">like many other people we love the movie keep up the good work</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RU5MFJTKUXSU2?ASIN=0439023521	I couldn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read the entire book yesterday (Easter Sunday). This is the first book I've read in a long time that did not lose my interest after every few chapters. The writing style is very similar to the Harry Potter series, however, the subject matter is much darker with a focus on human nature and the societies we create.<br/><br/>I thoroughly enjoyed this book and recommend it to anyone who read Harry Potter as a child and is looking for something similar in pace.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKZTKJL7LDZT?ASIN=0439023521	Review of The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My grandchildren recommended this series to me. I guess my final decision on The Hunger Games will be made when I read the other two books. I feel this story is compelling enough that I should read the other two books but I am not certain I like the story as yet. I usually enjoy these post-apocalyptic stories so I think it will grow on me. I feel this book started out really well but lost steam somewhere in the arena. It is still a great story and a good read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BPNZGQB8ZV8A?ASIN=0439023521	Wow!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I felt compelled to read this series after experiencing all the hype surrounding the movie.  I was not disappointed.  Although billed as YA it speaks to all audiences.  What a fascinating world Ms Collins has created, I felt for Katniss and all her friends as they struggled for survival.  In a story that could easily be depressing the book never took you there.  I am glad I was reading them back to back because I wanted to keep going after I finished this one.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2X0WDKHCJ7C2V?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing story - Amazing Series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I watched the movie first, unsure how I felt about the phenomenon of the series.  I loved the movie but needed to know what happened next in the series.  So I bought all three books and have not been disappointed - except that it had to end.  The first book is so much better than the movie and when I watched the movie a second time I felt sad that they changed/omitted so many details from the book that make the story great.  Collins is an amazing story teller.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UVTS0YQ8GVYP?ASIN=0439023521	LOVE LOVE LOVE	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's THE HUNGER GAMES! I loved this book so much! It gets you hooked from the first page, and keeps you interested the entire time. It is a very easy read, but is not just for teens. I have recommended this book to all of my friends, all of whom have loved it! If you haven't read the book, but watched the movie-don't base your interest on the movie-this is SO MUCH better than the movie! Honestly I don't think the movie made much sense unless you read the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DQIDF7CLNWA0?ASIN=0439023521	wow	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I can't say much that others haven't already said. I hear people comparing this to Battle Royale, The Lottery, or the Walk, but I find this book to be different. I do NOT find it to be some cheap ripoff or anything like that. The story is very unique within itself, although I do wish there was some more explanation of the world of Panem and the Dark Days and the establishment of the Games. Still, I found this book to be well-paced and definitely worth my time.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3O4OPB7H909QX?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a wonderful book to read.  Very well done and kept me wanting more even after it was done.  I was originally afraid to read it due to the comments that it was geared more towards a teenage group of readers, but after reading it I'm very sure that adults alike will appreciate this as well.  The violence is just intense enough for a good cringe but not full on nausiating.  I can't wait to get the next one and start the incredible journey all over again!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36F09515QXWZ9?ASIN=0439023521	OMG - I want more!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My daughter wanted to read this book as it was popular at the moment and I had heard from a friend that it had to do with kids killing kids in order to survive.  I thought I had better read this, too, so I know what she is reading.  Wow!  This was a really good story!  I couldn't wait every day to get back to reading it.  It wasn't gory at all but very detailed.  Easy to picture in your head what was happening.  Loved it!  Couldn't wait to read the next book!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZBO0AC8C7NTH?ASIN=0439023521	Page turning frenzy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am a reader with a wide range as far as selections. I veer to the classics and back to books for youth; I like spiritual reads and deep literature. Finally, after all the fanfare, I sat down and actually read this--admittedly, a latecomer. This is a strange dystopian tale built on the theme and pulse of sheer survival. Perhaps, this is why so many enjoy this read. I have to admit, I kept thumbing the pages.<br/><br/>Recommend, for its escapists pleasures.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ECW7YQ3JP2ZM?ASIN=0439023521	Lived up to the hype	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The states have been divided up into Districts, 13 of them. One revolts causing a downfall of that district. The 12 remaining send one boy and girl age 12-18 to the Hunger Games. Where they fight the other districts to the death. Only one person will survive. In the years hunger games we follow Katniss and Peeta from district 12. I was shocked how quickly I fell into this story and wanted more. Im glad I waited until the entire series was out before starting!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12SOFIGWY7QU1?ASIN=0439023521	LOVED THIS BOOK	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't think I would even like this book,but needless to say I love it! It took me forever to finally read it and once I started I couldn't stop. I enjoyed this book from start to finish. I felt a part of this book, as if I was watching a movie. What a magnificent book and author. It has a brutal story line, but keeps you engaged and there are lighthearted parts, mixed with some humor. I couldn't say enough about how much I enjoyed this book! Great Book!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2U7TF5PVPT8IA?ASIN=0439023521	fast read great stoyline loved it when they got to the games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have to say I was surprised by this book. I downloaded a sample and read that first. I did not think it would be something I would like. I was so wrong. I loved the story line, people and the fact it was a page turner. It doesn't take long to get to the point. Very easy read for anyone. I recommeded this book for anyone sixteen and up. Any girl who reads this can relate to the inside struggle Katniss has with her emotions.  I am so glad I ordered this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPKLYF6MLM4IF?ASIN=0439023521	Good Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My sister, mother and I have all enjoyed the first of this series.  Personally, I felt that though the story line is very dark and troubled, the characters acted with appropriate outrage and empathy.  There were moments of true sadness, surprise and horror which I have not felt from a book in a long time.  I would recommend it easily to younger adults and adults. I don't know if I would recommend it for 13 and under, it would depend on the child's maturity.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34S0IY9DDGEVD?ASIN=0439023521	Thrilling page turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I usually make it a point to read the book first before it comes out on film. That's because it makes me pick up conversation details in the movie that I would have missed if I had not read the book. Having done it the other way around this time was more of an advantage since the book explained the events in the movie that I have questions about. Suzanne Collins is a remarkable story teller who captivates your imagination and thrills audiences young and old.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RI89TLVZWH24B?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is not a book I would normally read, but my 13 year old granddaughter read it and was very excited by the series. I was curious to learn more about her interest. After reading the first book in the trilogy, I promptly ordered the other two books.  The books are very well written and held my interest in the story line.  I would encourage parents and grandparents to read the trilogy, as it provides various discussion topics to engage in with young people.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SBBPZ3QNBM3L?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome Page turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is an amazing page turner of a book.  It is slightly tweeny, but you are caught up in the whole concept of the book which is slightly disturbing but leaves you turning every page as fast as you can.  The book is written at a fast pace and leaves you sitting on the edge of your seat waiting to know more.  I do not think I will look at another Reality TV show again.  Greatly enjoyed the book and enjoyed the movie too, however, be aware the movie is TWEENY</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SE2HH8GUPPNI?ASIN=0439023521	Can not put this book down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I started reading this today...received my package yesterday; using Super Saving shipping. I couldn't put this book down! Page after page, edge of your seat, adrenaline pumping reading! Suzanne Collins writes a great book. I highly recommend this book to anyone.<br/><br/>Character development drew me in.<br/>Friends, family, and co-workers gave HIGH RECOMMENDATION! (Didn't disappoint!)<br/>Great for anyone who enjoys any type of genre.<br/><br/>I purchased the paper back version.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2P8UBH68JBTTC?ASIN=0439023521	Captivating!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I discovered this book when I was browsing the lending library so I figured why not?  I enjoyed it so much that I ended up purchasing Catching Fire and also Mockingjay.  Afterwards I purchased the triology for my daughter who enjoyed them as well.  We are looking forward to the movie.  Clever marketing to introduce the books at the lending library as I ended up buying 5 books that I never would of...and would of been cheated of reading such a riveting story.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8PTN6KILRK8L?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had heard people talking about this series and saw the movie preview at the showing of Twilight's Breaking Dawn - the preview engaged me and made me want to know more about the story.  I purchased the Kindle book and couldn't stop reading!  It is a great story that keeps you coming back for more (if you can even put it down!).  A great read for teens as well as adults - I'm in my early 30's and I loved it!  Can't wait to read the other books in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1F85R5IU7PWYN?ASIN=0439023521	Great story, very similar to Battle Royale	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I just finished this book today.  I bought it after reading some of the reviews and description that made it seem very similar to the Battle Royale book I read years ago by Koushun Takami.  Only, this book is told through the eyes of one main female character.  If you loved BR, you'll love this too.  I'm intrigued to find more about the overall situation their world is in after reading this first book.  Already bought the 2nd novel...will start on that soon.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13I9KC8LTI5D2?ASIN=0439023521	Mind-Blowing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I gave this a four and a half star rating for it's amazing detail and events. Katniss is by far my favourite character for her charisma and adventurous personality. I recommend this book for young adults, teens, and adults. Also many of the events in this book may be violent for children under the age of ten years of age. Collins is already one of my favourite authors for many of her bestseller novels. But The Hunger Games is my favourite;nothing more said.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PI4YFAI92FEH?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Let me start by saying that I've never been one to actually pick up a book let alone finish it. But I kept hearing great things about this series and had to try it myself. From the beginning it held my attention. I could barely put it down. Its so interesting and keeps you wanting more the whole time. Like I said, I NEVER read....and I read this book in about 3 days. I think that says it all. Great read and can't wait to start the others! AND THE MOVIE!! :)</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RK2EVHH9TEZUH?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderfully entertaining and thought-provoking!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Kept me hooked from beginning to end.  I am in my late 20s but still have a huge heart for junior fiction.  While there is quite a bit of violence, there are some deep morals woven in, but not so openly that it's a turn-off.  The storyline is unpredictable, and yet realistic at the same time.  A touch of romance, but not sickeningly sweet or senseless like the Twilight books. Mostly action that keeps you reading until you realize you've read all night long!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCZMBHDQH7H9K?ASIN=0439023521	Next movie in the works.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book has all the qualities of a movie. It is something that I can see all the twilight fans getting addicted to. I am a picky reader and will not waste my time on any books that are average or below average. This one immediately jumps into the plot and starts rolling. You never feel bored in this book. I would recommend this to others. It is a bit brutal, so 14 and younger should probably stay away. But like I said in a few years this will be a movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFX4OZFPV6E75?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is an interesting book for people who like suspense and mystery like I do. The twists in the story like Katniss falling for Peeta sorry if I ruined that part for you people who haven't read the story yet oops:) but anyway Katniss realises that she has feelings for him. The book an amazing story the author should be proud of herself the other books are great to cant wait to see the third movie thanks for the amazing story Suzanne Collins :D</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QS4A9KJXS3AL?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awe man this book had me going since the first page. I seen the movie first which was ok, I wish I would of saved my money and brought the book. I'm not an avid reader or anything I just wanted something to read on my new kindle. I have to tell you I made the right choice. Once I started reading I couldn't stop until I was done. Excellent read, would recommend for any teenager to adult man or woman. Looking forward to reading  book 2 of the hunger games!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RITJSJV3KAZ3Y?ASIN=0439023521	The Running Man for the Modern Age	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As author of <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Champagne-Cocktails-Romance-Novel/dp/B008ZGGLR2"">Champagne Cocktails (Romance Novel)</a> The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins is by far one of my top books of all time. I could not put the book down and read through it in one sitting. Her vision of the dystopian future was actually more frightening than any of the violence that takes place in the book. I believe the book resonated strongly with the reader due to the fact that many of us see the Big Brother aspect in the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2AFHANJYLQAW5?ASIN=0439023521	A spectacle not to be missed	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Just like the name of this book, each page has you hungry for the next.  Your mind hurtles a million miles an hour trying to solve how each character can possibly come out alive because deep in your gut, you hunger desperately for a Disney ending.<br/> I haven't read something this engrossing since I was a child. The world that is created in this book has all the grit, grime and glamour of an alternate world, which makes the concepts even more compelling.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TV75RR9PVI9K?ASIN=0439023521	Very engaging fantasy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is an incredibly engaging, fun fantasy. It's a combination of Gladiator, The Truman Show, and Survival. The premise is absurd. Beyond that, though, this is an addictive story with interesting characters and a world that draws you in. 24 kids are put in a fight-to-the-death game by the government, and we cheer on the underdog heroine. Kids love it. As an adult, I did too, after I ignored the credibility factor. It's a fun, somewhat violent page-turner.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HG1SOVY2MFJ8?ASIN=0439023521	Surprisingly Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My brother recommended this book some time after the movie debuted in theaters. I wasn't going to read this book, but I gave it a chance. Teen stories usually aren't appealing to me. This is a survival story focused on a young girl from one of twelve districts. Some districts are wealthy and others are poor. The hunger games are designed to keep the populous in check. They're basically gladiator bouts consisting of one boy and one girl from each district.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RI28OJ8375HGT?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was skeptical about reading this book with all the hype. However, it really is a quick read and the perspective and stylistic approach Collins has for this first book is rather intriguing. It is also interesting to see the direction the films have taken the style from the book and have run on a tangent that is much different than the way Collins writes her characters. However, I will say the character in the book for Woody Harrelson has much more depth.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R391ADY7YNGXJB?ASIN=0439023521	Surprisingly Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was very hesitant to start this book. I downloaded a copy via the Kindle lending library thinking that The Hunger Games would turn out to be another Twilight -- supremely terrible writing/plot and a waste of time. I have no shame admitting that I was so incredibly wrong! THG is a very easy read because the story is engaging, smartly (and appropriately) written and full of social and political commentary. I look forward to reading the rest of the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CI2445SYHFXM?ASIN=0439023521	Absolutely loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm used to reading Urban Fiction but I decided to change it up a bit &amp; boy, am I glad I did. This is the best book I've read in a very long time. I can't wait to read the next two books.<br/>The romantic aspect of the book was something that I liked with me being a hopeless romantic &amp; all. I, also, loved how the author gave the other tributes a character...not just names.<br/>I most definitely recommend this book to all.<br/><br/>ABSOLUTELY GREAT!!!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R345ZEM6A9JSHZ?ASIN=0439023521	Interesting & Intriguing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought the book by mistake but then the title caught my interest, so I decided to read it, As I read on, it became more and more interesting because of how the story is moving you to a place where you can actually visualize it in front of you. It was so intriguing when the story goes only to a point but never reveals the truth which makes you read more and I can't wait for the next issue to find out what happened next to the characters who won the game.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KDYS1P4FGRO9?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is probably the best book I have ever read. Usually I'm not the type of person who reads a lot, but as soon as I started reading this book I seriously could it put the book down! I was absolutely amazing how Suzanne Collins wrote this book. She made it do you thought your knew what was happening but you really didn't. Hunger Games is a book filled with surprises, danger, adventure, and romance. I love it and I hope you want to read it too</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWJBUME98JHHE?ASIN=0439023521	I felt like I was living the Hunger Games myself!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I listen to audio books on my hour and a half ride to and from work every day and I could hardly turnthis book off to go into work! I loved it! It had me on the edge of my seat and I was hanging on every word. Carolyn McCormick did an amazing job of narrating this book! I purchased the other 2 audio books, and can't wait to hear them! I wouldn't go see the movie, as I wanted to hear all three books first, so I will catch the film on DVD when it comes out.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBLKJN53QNPIG?ASIN=0439023521	Solid read, despite the underwhelming ending.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I found the middle of this book wholly unputdownable. Fast-paced, intriguing, violent. But wow, what an underwhelming ending. It seems as though the author gave up. After the conclusion, I'm concerned this trilogy is transitioning into a full blown Twilight-esque love story - not my genre of preference, to say the least. While I envisioned burning through the trilogy in record time, I now am unsure whether I will continue onto Catching Fire. That is all.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1439OJ6KIHCD0?ASIN=0439023521	Pleasantly Surprised	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't think that I would like this book. I didn't like the premise. I don't generally like post-apocalyptic books, and a book about a reality TV show in which teens fight to the death didn't appeal to me. I thought it would be disturbing and depressing, but I heard a lot of positive things about it and eventually read it. I loved it! I didn't find it overly disturbing, though it kept me on the edge of my seat the entire time. It ended really hopefully.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CHEB0T9996GS?ASIN=0439023521	Engaging, Interesting Characters	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't have much to say other than this was an extremely engaging book for me. Once I got through the first part, I couldn't put it down. I have a tendency to fall for characters in a book and if I'm not interested in the characters, than I'm not interested in the book. The way I judge a book is if I have an overwhelming need to stop what I'm doing and start reading because I'm so curious as to what's going to happen next. This book was like that for me.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ITTFBBU2EU8Z?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I would rate this at the top because it was a book that one could not put down.  I would get to the end of a chapter, and had to start the next chapter and continue.  Very good in content.  If you enjoy science fiction you will enjoy this book.  It is in three parts and you will want to read all three.  There were parts in it, that did not seem possible, but still kept you reading to the end.  You will learn to love your country for the fereedom we have!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3G4M30RGJYF5F?ASIN=0439023521	For young readers?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazon lists The Hunger Games for grade 7 and up.  What exactly in this book is appropriate for seventh graders?  Teenagers killing each other?  The reading level is adult, the theme is revolting.  We do care about the main characters it's true.  Guess it's a sign of the times that Amazon considers this appropriate for young people, and that so many thousands give it a high rating.  Perhaps they are all 7th graders or at least have a 7th grade mentality.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QZVZ8IMH5XY9?ASIN=0439023521	Absolutely loved this series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Short and sweet review without spoilers.  Absolutely loved this series.  I'm an adult who didn't like the movie.  Could not put down this series.  I think I read the whole thing in a weekend.  It's long, detailed, well written.  Characters are flawed, not perfect, and well developed.  Amazing series, amazing author.  I typically like mystery thrillers like Mary Higgins Clark, Lisa Jackson, James Patterson.  Suzanna Collins could easily become a favorite.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23W6Z2P3R6SW?ASIN=0439023521	An opportunity to look inside ourselves	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A compelling look at class structure and how  it separates people from people by the wants of a power class riding on the backs of a poorer class. The blissful ignorance of the general population of the power class is delightfully overstated as to blind US to our own  involvement in it in our own life. Most will identify with our heroine, failing to consciously recognise  that piece of ourselves that resides in the lap of power. Whose back do we ride on?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RR2OFJL4K0VSG?ASIN=0439023521	LOVE IT!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I first watched the movie and was intrigued by the way the screenplay was written, so I bought the kindle fire version and never been happier. I loved the book more than the movie, it has much more details than the movie. As I read the book I was pulled in by the characters emotions, which I think the author Susan Collins did a wonderful job keeping the readers eyes on the book. I recommend for anyone to buy and find out more of what happen in the story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYYIS9E5C3BN0?ASIN=0439023521	Good yound adult novel	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I typically don't read from the young adult genre because I find that the language and themes are too ""dumbed down"" and the genre is not often challenging enough to hold my interest but this was a pleasant surprise.<br/>Although there are times where the author does ""tell, not show"" (the cardinal sin of good writing), I was engaged enough with the plot and the pacing that I was able to overlook the heavy-handedness of some of the themes.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRXKCBJ2Z96D5?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was completely against reading these books. But, I decided to watch the movie on a long flight home from vacation. As soon as I got home, I purchased the second book. A friend told me that the first book provided so much more insight and detail than the movie let on and she was right! The thoughts of Katniss and the intricasy of the various relationships comes out so much more by reading the book. I will be reading these over and over again. I know it!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PMZ8EWUF1GGW?ASIN=0439023521	well written but over-hyped	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">well written compelling reading as an adventure story - but you have to stomach the context of a world in which abuse of teenagers is the norm and happens throughout the book series - teen heroine glimpses that this is wrong  but at end there is no compelling reason to believe the system for the future will be better.  Running the world like a video game or reality show is shown up as vacuous and ugly but this book is overhyped as having a major message.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZPUVDKL59ZD8?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My grandson was the one to tell me about this exciting booK. I enjoyed reading the book and have started the second book. Can't wait to see what happens next. At first I didn't think it was a good subject for my 10 year old but changed my opinion as I read the book. I plan to see the movie and will go with my grandson to see it....it will be the second time he has seen it. I gave him a Kindle for christmas....I encourage reading with all my grandchildren</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XGTYZP7FOJH4?ASIN=0439023521	Surprising!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Due to hearing all of the hype about the movie, I decided to read this book even though it is a genre that normally doesn't appeal to me.  I was pleasantly surprised.  The book is very well written and held my attention from beginning to end.  I felt that the ending was somewhat predictable, but was well done nevertheless.  I highly recommend the book for anyone who wants some entertaining reading that doesn't touch very heavily on reality as we know it.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YDQ4LOPMMFY3?ASIN=0439023521	HIGHLY ADDICTIVE	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent story which is incredibly different from anything I have ever read. I don't get what any of the negative reviews are about. I was told that I wouldn't be able to put the book down and it was the truth. I'm a 30+ year old man and loved it. Not sure why this is considered young adult fiction, but I think that almost anyone who loves fiction can enjoy it. I'm looking forward to the other 2 books, which I'll probably finish within a couple of days.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R311J3EWANT7LW?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games Bk. 1	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Ok, don't hate me but I was super disappointed by this book. I was expecting this to be freaking epic. But it is just an average book in my opinion. I think if I werern't an avid reader I would have enjoyed it more. There wasn't enough romance. Now I haven't read book 2 or 3 but I don't think I'll read them becuase I didn't get attached 2 any of the characters. I saw the movie and it was like my 2nd fave movie of all time[behind the Avengers of course].</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R159D0ZSSHQGLI?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The hunger games is absolutely the best book I've ever read. The way Suzanne Collins describes thing the way I thinkI'm in the book itself! The hunger for blood is the way people are and even if we don't realize it now we are always like that. Katniss makes great sacrifices and I promise I couldn't put the book down till the very end. I was reading late into the night in school which was a secret. I take this book everywhere I go. You should read it!!!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2E26HHJXOUHQM?ASIN=0439023521	4 out of 5 stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's an outstanding book. My heart was pounding for nearly the entire time. I really never wanted to put it down. The second book is pretty good, I didn't put it down, much. The third book is kinda crappy - it took me weeks to finish it as it's just not very good. The first in the series is where you'll get your moneys worth. And to be perfectly honest it doesn't matter very much that #2 &amp; 3 aren't as good - because the 1st one can stand all on its own.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2R51NCY8B8HIC?ASIN=0439023521	a must read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have to say that I was a bit skeptical about this book when ever it became the ""it"" thing. I figured that it was just another teen fad like Harry Potter or Twilight. Much to my surprise the book blew me out of the water and I finished it the day it was delivered. The first chapter was a bit confusing and slow for me, but after that I couldn't out it down. I also like that it's such an easy read and it isn't to complex with made io language or objects.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JVPVBP0RKJJF?ASIN=0439023521	Great Holiday Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book may have been targeting teenagers? But I couldn't put the book down and enjoyed the character telling the story.  The premise was interesting and of course if you want to draw analogies to the present day, the parallels between the first world (Capitol) and the third world (Districts) are clear.  It is sort of a toned down Margaret Atwood story. All that aside, just a good action read, recommend for the beach and can't wait to see the movie...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1M7XS39AOESG9?ASIN=0439023521	Simply an amazing book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A friend who loves dystopian books recommended this, and I resisted for a while, as it didn't seem like it would be that interesting. Well. I couldn't have been more wrong. I was literally up half the night reading this book - thank god I'm a fast reader. The plot, the writing - all excellent. I have yet to read the other books in the series - I think in part because I'm worried they won't measure up and I'll be disappointed. But this one is incredible.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BZVJF51MGSIV?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put it down!  Kept me in suspense the entire book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AI9LLFMUX4ID?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have to admit that I didn't read this until after I saw the movie, but wow did the movie leave out a lot of subplots (Avox). Reading the book actually made me like the movie more. I was happy to see that Katniss's awkwardness with Peeta during the games was more fleshed out. Even though I knew what was going to happen, I still read it all in one go. I couldn't put it down. Definately would recommend, especially to people who have only seen the movie.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RM97YF68GPQGF?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a well written, easy to read book that truly kept me captivated.  However, I do believe Suzanne Collins or the publishers made a conscious decision to create 3 books with what should have been 1, or at the most, 2 books.  Hunger Games ended too early -- it was very anticlimatic for the heroine and the hero to survive the Games, then go home to a town in celebration .... but then the book ended prior to the reader enjoying the celebration .....</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R433R6HH6PN88?ASIN=0439023521	WoW	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">There isn't much to say about this book that the previous reviews haven't. All I really can say is that this is the most amazing book I've ever read. Seriously. I have never been much of a reader and this book surely changed that definition. This book is amazing. I can't say anything more. I guarantee I have missed quite a few nights of sleep imagining what Katniss and Peeta are up to. I can only wrap up this paragraph with three words: BEST BOOK EVER!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZLTMWKFD0D6P?ASIN=0439023521	Great story,	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Interesting Premise but I still found myself completely submerged in the book. I found myself living in District 12 and becoming a ghost figure in the story. Running with the main characters and feeling their experience. I hadn't finished the book when I watched the movie. So I finished the book and then watched the movie again. It enhanced my visual of the movie!! Do yourself a favor if you have not read the book, read it. then watch the movie again.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KRUODU1WB991?ASIN=0439023521	First book good, next two.. garbage	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed this book because my favorite book in the world is Battle Royale. I should have realized I wouldn't like the next two when this book ends with a mild cliffhanger. This author does not know how to write suspense. People die in a small paragraph with no suspense, same for the next two.<br/><br/>The thing that soured me the most is the epilogue. She only writes about Katniss. Second &amp; third books are just, OMG Who do I love??? and plot holes.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9MOW4IINX31S?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't Put It Down.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I typically avoid reading books that get caught up with entertainment trends/movies (Twilight, Harry Potter etc), but after enjoying the movie and my wife's insistence that I read them I gave in and bought the kindle version.<br/><br/>Definitely worth the $5, as I could not put it down. I finished it in about a day and half and am about to wrap up the last in the series. To be honest, I find myself hoping that she will somehow continue to the story.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZLER604U34ZY?ASIN=0439023521	lots of action for a first person narrative	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i'm not usually a huge fan of first-person narratives, but collins does a great job of keeping the story going and not becoming too introspective.  i read the next two novels too and, while they are also fantastic and highly recommendable, the main character unfortunately does become a bit too introspective for my taste.  that said, i appreciate the way collins writes the character, because she seems realistically obsessed given her age and situation.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RH6JRS8JK2I82?ASIN=0439023521	Well worth the read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wasn't going to read this book. Even though I had heard good things it sounded too much like a watered down ripoff of ""Battle Royale"" (Great movie btw). It smecked of tweeny twilight dogshit. But it was available free with my introductory Amazon prime membership so I decided to see what all the fuss was about. Turns out, its very good. So much so that before I realized it, I had read the entire book in one sitting. Quite the page-turner, this one...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NCXPLRQ2ZSX0?ASIN=0439023521	Review From a Book Devouring Stay at Home Mom	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book is outstanding.<br/>got it for my 10yr old and it turns out he had just checked it out himself from the school library. so we read it together.<br/>brutal, grim and again and well developed.  but what's with the 'sexy' outfits during the opening ceremonies and all the kissing in the caves.  i am not a fan of teen romance (as you can see from all my other reviews) but it made for great book review topics w/my boy.<br/>this book is one of my favorites.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3V6YST5HOP9PE?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great Book... purchased book, then added audio. I'm an avid reader. However, I had never had a audio book before, so this was something new. It was great. This format allowed me to go back and forth between reading and listening or at times I did both. As far as the book itself, it was great. But since I loved the movie, I never expected anything less. I personally love to read books that are made into movies... to see a book come to life is amazing.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25YYMX20078YX?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought it was a good book. It's pretty great for a teen book despite the premise of children killing children because some people might not find that to be a good read. It displays the idea of a totalitarian nation well enough. I only got interested in reading it after the movie. Had no choice really since the movie left out so much that you if you weren't already familiar with the finer details you were left wondering how everything fit together.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37KQKLS6JNLWR?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I actually listened to this book on Audible.  One of very few books that kept me engaged in the car in my driveway just listening.  I probably would have classified the book as science fiction or post-apocalyptic, but I was later told that if it has a teenage love triangle, then it's young-adult.  Regardless, I found the book engaging, albeit a bit dark and violent as the premise of the book is about a death match between children.  Highly recommend.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R91Y6WNB3UW1D?ASIN=0439023521	Hauntingly Enthralling!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Collins does an excellent job painting the characters, actions, and emotions to life. ""The Hunger Games"" kept me wondering what event would happen next, and Collins never failed to take me by surprise with her clever, twisted plots. I spent the whole day reading this book, unable to stop even during meals. The contents within this book is absolutely breathtaking and even when I was finished, the story still haunted my mind, making me crave for more.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Q9EYFZ2W1V1M?ASIN=0439023521	Exceeded my expectations	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wasn't expecting much when I ordered this book from the Amazon Lending Library, but I found the story to be more engaging than I'd expected. The book is clearly written for young adults, but it was pretty easy to look past that. While the prose could be awkward and the story superficial, I still found  the main characters sympathetic and engaging. If you're looking for a quick, entertaining read from the lending l library, I'd recommend this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPM89V80OJTPP?ASIN=0439023521	Read it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book after the movie because I wanted a better understanding of what was going on, it is SOOO much better than the movie. Way better descriptions and explanations... The movie was okay but I guess i didn't really get it. I didn't think I would be that into this whole trilogy, but I read all 3 Books back to back they were so good. I reccommend reading it! :) Someday it may very well be banned... Ha read it you will understand what I mean.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1C0DJ629ZUIIL?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After seeing the movie I thought I would read the book to we what the movie left out. The book was incredible. Explained things that you could not get from the movie. I loved the relationship between Katniss and Peeta. The first book was so good that I quickly bought the second two in the series and read all of them in a matter of days. Now that I'm done reading them I'm left with the longing I had to want to read each book every minuted of the day.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FCKJLOZSGAC1?ASIN=0439023521	Easy Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I decided to get swept up in the hunger games phenonenom and read the 1st book.  I read it in about 3 days.  If I didnt have work in there it probably would have been 1. It is a very easy read.  It keeps you captivated and the basic language and grammar is lower level.  I still really liked the book, yes, I think it is meant to be for high schoolers but hey, it was pretty good! Definately recommend it for a nice, easy read for a weekend or vacation.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TYB5BC47R0R0?ASIN=0439023521	A totalitarian nightmare with great characters	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The post-apocalypse distopia genre may be overpopulated, but it really strikes a nerve when done well: our most literate teens seem to identify with the heroes of these stories, the lonely minds searching for identity and freedom within an oppressive society.  It's a topic that appeals not just to their budding political awareness, but to their developmental stage, and to the usual adolescent struggles with conformity and authority.  Every once in a while, a new book stands out from the field.  To do so, a book needs a great scenario and a complex protagonist.  Vague distopic menace never really sets the stage for a memorable read, and symbolic characters do not engage the social consiousness of teens.  So we remember The City of Ember, The Giver, the 'Uglies' series, So Yesterday, and a few others, while the rest occupy a kind of foggy region of conflatory recall.  Definitely in the memorable category, this story of a wily and wise girl trying to survive and outwit a crushing authority rewards both needs: the scenario has all the specificity and sickening consequence of actual political history, and the main characters live through believable and well-written moral and social conflict.  Sounds like junior high. Actually, that's what this book does best: it fabricates a grand political and moral drama that succeeds in freshening our view of adolescent angst and compromise and social negotiation.  I loved this book, and my 13-year-old says it is one of the best she's ever read.  For a girl who's read maybe a dozen dystopian teen novels this summer, and many others, I take this as high praise.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3S5FYFPF6L5MW?ASIN=0439023521	*May the reviews be in your favor!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have no idea why I bought this book when I had already had a copy from the library... I ended up giving it to my brother because he needed a book for his school so I guess it's a cool book! Action, adventure and a bit of romance. A balanced equation to succes! Anyways your local library probably has it so check there fisrt but if your too lazy to get off your couch and go check it out I guess you can buy it! May the bit laziness be in your favor.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1J784KH2S3BXE?ASIN=0439023521	Parent of 12  year-olds perspective	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The interaction of characters, the depth of settings, and the smooth transitions from dialog to narrative made the book easy to read and difficult to put down. I felt like I was along for the hunt, quietly sneaking along the river banks wondering what would be the protagonists next strategy. The decisions that formed allies were the nervous leaps of trust they needed to be. The world of the district's is harsh fantastical and remarkably believable.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VT9H9ZV8LWCK?ASIN=0439023521	Hooked up	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was able to stay away from this books for a while as I thought all the hype was excessive.<br/>Then I thought, what the heck.. I'll try the free sample.. and I was hooked. Everything from the world description to the characters made me wanting more and I bought the full book immediately.<br/><br/>Sure, there is a bit too much focus on the action and is a bit unrealistic at times, but it still is a great book that you'll want to read very fast!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HHMAP3313ULC?ASIN=0439023521	Best Book EVER!!! <3	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book is AMAZING!!!! i was obsessed with this book after the firs chapter. I just could not put this book down. i would stay up till 3:00 or 5:00 in the morning just to read it. It was by far the most adicting book ever. Even when i would put it down i couldnt stop thinking about it. this book makes me cry laugh it's just the best book I ever read. And im the type of person who almost never reads. But this series i made an exception for. &lt;3</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3H1A72D4WTLZI?ASIN=0439023521	Pretty absorbing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is definitely well written. It walks a fine line in the form of pacing, exposition, characterization and action in general. One is absorbed into it after two or three pages due to the POV and narrative voice. I give it 4 star because of the disturbing premise of the book and how it is a little dark for the target audience. Rooting for the protagonist to kill another child is something I am not sure we would like the children to be doing.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/REF2XQ5RJ6QWP?ASIN=0439023521	One of the best books I have ever read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have not been able to get emotionally attached to characters since the Harry Potter Series. For years I have been searching for a book to move me in the same way J.K Rowling's world of magic has moved me. I found that in this book. The Hunger Games made me fall in love with the characters :) I suffered with them, I laughed with them. I was finally able to embark on the journey and feel something extraordinarily special. This book is captivating.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JM60UIRABG8Y?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of the best stories I have ever read. I couldn't put it down till I finished the entire series. What makes me VERY sad is that the movie was a travesty in comparison. yes I know books are usually better than movies but this time, so much character development and detail was left out, no way will I bother watching the second movie.<br/><br/>It should have been done in a 10 or 12 hour mini series rather than try jamming it into 4 hrs of movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1U9OVZO1CBFUY?ASIN=0439023521	Scary book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is so well written that I was right in the games with Katniss and Peeta. I felt their emotions--fear, anger, sympathy, Peeta's love for Katniss. I could imagine their pain, exhaustion, hunger, sleep deprivation. I liked that the author left room for hope of a better future. I will read the series and I hope the conclusion is positive. I would recommend the book with a cautionary aside that it could be upsetting even though it is fiction.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YNV0R6Y3TKA3?ASIN=0439023521	Wow!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very surprised! I had heard all the raving reviews about this book, but ever a skeptic, I ""borrowed"" this from Amazon prime and I am glad I did! In  the beginning there is some confusion in where and when this takes place that is never really clarified, but soon it does not matter and the author quickly has you wrapped into the characters and story. I read this from cover to cover in less than 24 hours, and I am looking forward to the second book!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1A9VF4KH7P0VK?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the kind of book you don't want to stop reading. I read it straight through except for one 4 hour break for much needed sleep. It was gripping. Every time I got to the end of the chapter I thought I can't put it down now I have to know what happens next. The imagery was amazing and it truly created characters the resonated with readers. I felt as if I could really feel the emotions they were feeling. Simply, this is writing at it's finest.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25YN7T47UIMMS?ASIN=0439023521	So good I'd be willing to buy twice	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book!!! Ive read it so many times its on my favorite shelf. Katniss was smart realistic and knew what she wanted. I loved how Katniss was strong and wasn't just thinking about boys, or whining about how her world sucked. Instead, she did something like hunting and braved things most of us wouldn't do in a situation like that. The book doesn't spare details in the fighting scene which was refreshing. All in all one of my favorute books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2U8JVJYRTGZXX?ASIN=0439023521	Quick and dirty review: Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was gripped from the very first page. I think, for me, the most striking part of the book was Katniss. I absolutely fell in love with her. I loved that Katniss was strong, yet flawed and complex, but relatable. I liked that at times, yes, she was manipulative and she was calculating. I think it made her a more well-rounded character. Are there flaws in the writing? Sure, but the execution, pacing, and character building more than made up for it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3Q0J2H3QH2BZV?ASIN=0439023521	Absolutely what I needed	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Many other people have covered the bases here, but I just wanted to add in my ratings on this book more than anything.  At this point I will say that I am curious about the rest of the world at this point, not that this in any way hinders the story.  It just seems that this is mostly North America in the future and I wonder about the world a bit.  All the same, an amazing read and one I will be happy to take off the shelf and disappear into again!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CHP6JK2YSP4J?ASIN=0439023521	I loved Hunger Games!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was awesome! I've already read it 2 times, and I've only had it for about 2 weeks. It's completely different from most of the other books that have been coming out, which is refreshing. Although this book was rated for teenagers, I'm 26 years old, and I find myself thinking about what Suzanne Collins wrote all the time. The end of the book is a cliffhanger, stating ""end of book 1."" I'll be on the look out for more from Suzanne Collins!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30SDQBB0MM1V3?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">T his is a little late to review, however, after seeing the second movie Cathcing Fire that I had to read the series.  So I have read the 1st. Look Nd am awaiting the second to read.  I can't believe how wonderful it was and how close it was to the movie.  Now I hope that the second book is as good.  Looking forward to another ride.  It is amazing how, the young adult books are worth reading as an adult.  This was written more in book for adults.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13FCT61AVFHN?ASIN=0439023521	Simply amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am obviously a little late jumping aboard The Hunger Games train but I figured it was on sale and I have not seen the movies so why not. From the moment I purchased this book the thought of putting it down for even the most necessary of things (eating,sleeping etc...) was almost an unbearable thought. Needless to say I'm moving on th Catching Fire and can't wait to see hot it unfolds. Give it a try you WON'T be disappointed. Happy Hunger Games!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CRPHSG3C68KP?ASIN=0439023521	Solid Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is just an outstanding read! I loved it so much and the series its self just gets better and better. If you like<br/><br/>a book with action, suspense, and intense combat you will LOVE the Hunger Games. It really doesn't get you bored at really any<br/><br/>point in the book also. The character development may be a little boring as a negative however. Over all if you still debating<br/><br/>whether to get this book, GET IT!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LQ1H02CEC784?ASIN=0439023521	Thought provoking	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Though fiction, this book is written in a manner that is totally believable. I found it thought provoking. The well developed characters and the state of their domicile draws the reader into their world and demands total attention. It's a book that I found hard to put down. This is the first of three in the series, and when I finished it,I was very happy to have a second and then a third novel to follow the lives and adventures of the characters.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3P1WJYD8AIL3K?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My daughter recommended this and I couldn't put it down.  Great book to take on vacation!  It has a cut throat theme and there is some violence but the author doesn't go deeply into it.  It takes place in north America after most of civilization has been destroyed and pits the little guy against the evil central government.  The main character, Katniss, is calculating, complicated, but totally likeable.  I will definitely have to read the sequel.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2F7CDYJ4WC281?ASIN=0439023521	Surprisingly good.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Sure, it's no Battle Royale, but The Hunger Games is pretty good none the less.  We get to see a Randian Post-Apocalyptic America (renamed) run by the Capitol (based in the Rockies).  What remains of the rest of the country, which revolted at one time, has been reduced to starvation level survival.  The Hunger Games are one of the ways the Capitol manages to keep the rest of the country under it's control.<br/><br/>All-in-all, it's pretty good.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCWI11IQWXR7Z?ASIN=0439023521	Catching attention	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">For me I think it was very a good book. A good book for me has to have some basic things to make it really interesting. It must have action, adventure, death and a little bit of romance and the Hunger Games has everything. This book makes you want to continuo reading and reading, you get so involved the story that you actually feel like you're in The Hunger Games. The book's ending really leaves you in a cliffhanger, making us read catching fire.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3D7NW373QOYSY?ASIN=0439023521	Review from a 25 year old guy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm not the reader type. I listened to the Audiobook version. This book was recommended by a friend when I asked for a book to read in a flight. I rate it 5 stars because it was entertaining, unpredictable, funny on some parts, it has action, an imaginary(could be reality) world, and some romance. I couldn't stop listening starting from probably chapter 5 (I can't recall). The story even caused me to have teary eyes. I highly recommend this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROMMZ09I3SSAV?ASIN=0439023521	A Must Read for all Ages!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing book! Absolutely captivating! This was one book that I could not put down. This is a story about a dystopian society which is ruled by a ""big brother"" of sorts. It details the journey of a young girl who is forced to go through an annual competition called the Hunger Games! Suzanne Collins is a master at catching your attention right from the beginning and leading the reader through an epic tale of adventure, love, and rebellion! 5 stars!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LF9Z1LMXDL75?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My daughter recommended the book.  It took a few pages before I could get into it, but then I was hooked!  Quick moving, exciting, good character development, great story line.  When I wasn't reading the book, I was thinking about it.  As soon as the the book was finished I immediately went to the second book in the series, Catching Fire, and I've just about finished it.  Hurry with the third in the series - I can't wait to see what happens next!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FCX0564PG3NY?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My daughter said it was one of the best books she ever read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OFOVTCSM44E4?ASIN=0439023521	gr8	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">10 / 10 would read again gr8 m8 I r8 8 / 8 no db8 m8 - I G N</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGNT6P94EYHMB?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great series per my daughter and Amazon price was wonderful.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4X2QMGK55HIA?ASIN=0439023521	Good Quick Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie before I read the book. My wife read before watching and she seemed to enjoy the movie far more than me. So, I decided there must be some back story that was missing from the movie — I was right. The book is very entertaining and I found myself pouring through it very quickly. Most people i've talked with liked book 2 (Catching Fire) better. But I disagree. I thought this first book was much more entertaining and had more action.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28X94O8G0VZSI?ASIN=0439023521	Loved this book... equally as good as the movie!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I actually watched the Hunger Games before I read it and was quite afraid that there would be misrepresentations of the book in the movie. However, I think they were equally good and I enjoyed every part of the book. While the movie tells the story as if you are actually watching the Hunger Games, the story is told from the first person perspective of Katniss. Love this book and it also has a lot of lessons that can be learned about living life.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMSIG507P2G1M?ASIN=0439023521	Left Something on the Table	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed the overall concept of the book, but sadly there was just a little more I would've liked to see the book go into. I felt Katniss too easily found herself in sticky situations and even more easily got herself out. The writing style is very informal making it a very quick and easy read. However, I occasionally found it annoying in its colloquial prose.<br/><br/>Originality 5/5<br/>Execution 4/5<br/>Writing 4/5<br/>Overall 4/5</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QEMCEIF5EZTM?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games on my Kindle -- WOW!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I became immersed in the story from the beginning.  The story was so interesting that it was really hard to put the book down.  I could feel Katniss' conflicting emotions as she is torn from her family and thrust into  the horrible and terrifying action in the arena. I didn't sleep for two nights, trying to find out what was going to happen next.  It was exhilarating, and now I have to read ""Catching Fire"" (Book 2) and ""Mockingjay"" (Book 3)!!!!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GXH0LRGBKFAK?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Ok. By now we all know that The Hunger Games is a great trilogy. And the movie truly did it justice. But i was so glad that I could get the complete trilogy through Amazon. They had the lowest price for all three books, so that was great. Plus, I really love reading ebooks; I can read with my phone, my laptop, and my ereader, which is GREAT! If you want to read all three books in the series, choose this one. Its perfect for the person on the go.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSXRLNP97786U?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am not normally a fan of futuristic type reading.  However, after hearing about The Hunger Games in various media hype, I decided to try it.  I was pleasantly surprised to find I could get it on my Kindle for about $5.00.  After reading several pages, I was hooked into the story and went on to read both the second and third books in the trilogy on my Kindle.  I have not seen the movie yet, but that is on my list of movies to see. A great read!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R354Q35XIIFC7N?ASIN=0439023521	One of the most amazing YA books ever. Soon to be a classic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">YA books, especially the dystopia ones, are generally interesting to read. This one tops them all. I think I like it even more than The Giver. It's fast paced enough to keep even the biggest non-reader interested, and packed full of meaning. It's horrifying in a completely fascinating way. This book crosses all sorts of genre boundaries. Don't let the review talking about reality tv put you off. It's much more complex and interesting than that!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BSYKAMD4F6U8?ASIN=0439023521	Enticing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is not often that I give a book a rating of 5 stars, but this one deserves it. Not only is the story line easy to follow and believable (a very important aspect of literature for me), but it is also incredibly engaging. Through this fictional world, Collins reveals a lot about human nature and politics. I believe, that no matter the age, this book is a great read. I have recommended it to nearly all of my friends who haven't already read it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DBGVJEAJK32B?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After seeing the film, I was interested in seeing how closely the movie followed the written story. As with most films based from novels, there were segments of the book that weren't covered in the film but I felt they captured the poignant moments.<br/>I was happy to learn more about the backstory on Panem and how the games were created after the uprising.<br/>Overall I really enjoyed this novel and am already starting to read Catching Fire.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14ZH824RKZ70F?ASIN=0439023521	A fine example of YA fiction	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Young adult fiction from the perspective of a teenage girl. Interesting plot, a quick pace, and a main character you can root for make this a quick and engaging read. Set in a dystopian future, where there exist a technologically advanced elite ruling class and a technologically backwards proletariat, the protagonist must fight for her life against forces conspiring against her. Overall, a worthwhile read, and enough to draw me into the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RV9RHIVHA3DTL?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I must begin by saying that I had doubts about this book. Having foolishly watched the movie first, my expectations were low. How incredibly wrong can one person be! Not only are the characters remarkable, they are also real. You can relate to them from the get go.<br/>I found myself unable to put this book down from start to finish and truly cannot wait to read books two and three.<br/>I highly recommend this book to everyone. Give it a try.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YOB8IF7XBIF3?ASIN=0439023521	LOVE LOVE LOVED THIS BOOK!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">WOW. The premise of the book is so horrid to me, children fighting to their deaths?! Turned me off initially but my goodness I read all three books int his series in a few days. I loved how Suzanne Collins wrote the books. She had me mezmorized by the characters and their lives. I wanted to yell out loud at the Capital and help the children in the games. I got this book free from amazon prime ... but loved it so much that I bought the next two.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1R5C9S7IQ0J1J?ASIN=0439023521	Will leave you hungry for more...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So... OK i was grabbed from the get go with this book... I loved it it was dramaticand moving... I thought the subject matter of childern killing each other would be a turn off but the way it was handled was done very well... NOT that I was entertained by it... well I guess I was... to a point... but the underlying draconian under current... OK who am I kidding LOL it was a good read... the next two books... MEH... but thats another review ...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IWHBCJKOEFHJ?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">First off, I absolutely loved the Hunger Games. Suzanne Collins is an absolute genius. I loved the simple yet futuristic living in most of the districts. This was a story of survival of the fittest. One boy and one girl sent to be the sole survivors of the games, which are shown on television. Katniss and Peeta are characters that I absolutely fell in love with. I think this is a book that everyone should read. I can not wait to read book two.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30EVP94G8BLOT?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had heard the hype for this book and movie and resisted caving in for a while.  I wish I hadn't!  I am in my 50's, and although this book is meant for teens I enjoyed it very much.  Ms. Collins creates a world that is all too possible given the greed and avarice permeating today's culture.  This is a greatly entertaining and thought-provoking book.  It left me wondering to which of the Districts I belonged, and hoping it was NOT the Capital.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LJ7ZC5Z3S68I?ASIN=0439023521	Entertaining, good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Found this book to be quite enjoyable and a real page turner. Good character development and very interesting story line. Found the main character ""Katniss"" compelling with conflict written in, both internally and externally. Think it's quite appropriate for young adults despite the overall violent nature of the plot. Be for-warned, this is a trilogy, if you like the first book you will be compelled to obtain the next two book in the series !!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RL53WN8DX27X0?ASIN=0439023521	Quite simply, my favorite book for my generation	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book is simply fantastic. i read an earlier review complaining about it and i would just like to say... read it if you like that sorta thing not because everyone else likes it. i have read every book so far and i love everything about it. i a. seriously addicted<br/><br/>overlook the idea of kids killing kids its not all that. there is also love, hate, and everything inbetween! the only way to expierencethe book is to read it unbiasedly</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3N5XA8RMWLJD?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games are like a boat trip on the Amazon...from the Amazon in this case.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">These books must have been named ""The Hunger Games"" because you don't even want to stop to eat while engrossed in the trilogy !<br/>Just received photos of granddaughters on a roof terrace in Fes, Morrocco on holiday and there was the sixteen year old sitting off by herself with her head bent over the book.  In our case it covers ages 16 to 72 and it entertained us both.  Something for everyone.<br/>Now, back to Amazon for more good reading.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21M96ATH7O63C?ASIN=0439023521	Really enjoyed it!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Oh man, this book is so addictive! I finished it in three sittings. The characters have been written brilliantly (love Katniss!) and the whole setting of Panem is raw, intriguing and brutal. The concept itself is a little disturbing, but none of the details were too gory. I'm not usually a fan of fantasy literature, but a close friend pushed me to read the first book, and I got hooked. Ordered Catching Fire the minute I finished Hunger Games.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUOZB5PVRDCPJ?ASIN=0439023521	read them all	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Bought the book for my daughter and read it first and loved it.  I then had to buy and read the rest of the series.  I must admit in the old days these would all be in one book.  The writer throws in brilliant little bits to add to the story and I'm sure if I read the book again I would catch more ""bits"" that I missed the first time.  Lots of fun to read; not really a book I would see people reading half of and forgetting until later.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2564YTMNNTHH9?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was hooked from the 2nd chapter... Once I started that chapter I HAD to finish the book. It is a great story, lots of action and the emotional switches are definitely all turned on in this book. There are some disturbing parts though and to me there is a warning: Beware of a big government that aspires to help (interfere, control) with your life, You could be paying with your children's lives.<br/><br/><a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Hunger-Games/dp/0439023521"">The Hunger Games</a></span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4VCJSOM8U9SH?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read the sample before buying the Kindle edition, but the plot was so moving and suspense-filled that I just couldn't put it down. Just completed it, and what do I have to say about it? Money well spent.<br/><br/>The plot is well-thought off by the author and the book is great. Its very tough to put it down, and after completing it, I'm being pushed by myself to buy the next in the series, just because the story ends with many unanswered questions!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MZAGOV4ZNXP?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a really amazing book. It is a difficult subject to write about, but all the themes are expressed here clearly. I really admire Collins' writing, which remains engaging and feels very real without using poetic language. This book put me in the Hunger Games, got me rooting for the hero, and hit me hard with every twist. This is an entirely gripping read. entirely worth buying. I could read it a hundred times. Great book, great series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3ATFU5IDHG4FK?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Even though this book is written for the young adult audience, it is a great read for anyone who likes distopian fantasy, an interesting plot and good character development.  Ms. Collins' writing style has improved since her ""Gregor The Overlander"" series (which is also worth reading).<br/>""The Hunger Games"" is fast-paced and engrossing, with a strong female protagonist.  The world Katniss inhabits is complex and believable.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12IHRK8GW2RKK?ASIN=0439023521	If you thought the movie was great, the book is breath taking...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am a major movie fanatic, however when I saw The Hunger Games Trailer repeatedly come onto my screen I had no intentions of seeing the movie whether less read the book. But I did see the movie and I was taken aback by how great it was. The writing was good, the acting was great, but most of all the plot was phenomenal. So, I had a feeling that the book would have been way better than the movie and I was not disappointed. The book was great</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GWRXO3LDH9Y7?ASIN=0439023521	GREAT!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i have read alot of YA books &amp; this one was amazing.. at first it was a little slow compaired to the rest of the book but about chapter 6 it picks up i LOVED it &amp; was afraid that I wasn't going to beable to read it because there was no communication &amp; a lot of in your head reading, but i can say that it is a book to read CAN NOT wait for the second book to see what happens with katniss &amp; peeta along with her former life at home district 12..</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1X56G9HAGASX9?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely loved this book. I'd even go as far as to say it is one of my very favorites! It's got everything: murder, action, suspense, mystery, romance, adventure, and probably more! I wanted to try to draw it out until the second book of this series comes out, but I just absolutely couldn't put it down. I haven't read this much in one day since Harry Potter. I'm even thinking of rereading it, despite the fact that I *never* reread books!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1F8Y3A7EERIP6?ASIN=0439023521	one of the best books of the year	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">OMG--this is a total page turner. I have dishes stacked all over my kitchen because I had to finish this book. A futuristic story when every year two teenagers are chosed from each of 12 districts to compete in a survivor type reality game, except this is to the death. This might be called a 'teen' book but adults will love it too. The only thing I didn't like was the cliffhanger endings--but you better believe I'll be reading the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VREEOILPQ01M?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games rilogy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed reading Hunger game, it was a little hard accepting the whole concept of the whole thing being televised, as the young people go into the contest to represent their district.  Then I accepted the concept and really liked the characters that Ms Collins created for the tale.  When it was suggested by a grand-daughter and a niece I did not know it was a Trilogy.  I enjoyed the first the book the best.<br/><br/>M Alonzo Bloomingdale</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22QOWFD8N33FK?ASIN=0439023521	A must read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Comming from someone who never used to enjoy reading, ""The Hunger Games"" totally changed my perspective of books. I was told by many people to read the novel, that it was better than the movie. I must admit they were right. Being able to see Katniss' inner thoughts brings a totally new perspective to the viewer. I have just finished this and am half way through Catching Fire. I recommend this book to all, it was extremely enjoyable.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9NKYDUN73J1N?ASIN=0439023521	Meghan was right!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My granddaughter asked me to read this with her after I had cautioned her about reading it at all. However, she was way ahead of me! We did see the movie together. Then, I read the first book. It's one of those ""can't-put-it-down"" kind of books. Meghan had told me the heroine's participation in violence was for good ... so far, Katniss is a hero for our young people. Sure hope she doesn't disappoint me in the remaining two books ...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RM6GH0VGXTKI8?ASIN=0439023521	Best book I ever read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book must have taken ages to write. I couldn't put it down. I finished this book in a day total. I've always been a big reader but this is the most interested in a book I've ever been. This book made me cry. The author did an incredible job with helping the readers feel the mood. It was almost as if I was in the arena with Katness and Peeta. Bravo to this brilliant writer. I am now forever your biggest fan!!!!!<br/><br/>Alexis Holley</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7NAAWZEITHEA?ASIN=0439023521	A story of love, loyalty, friendship, and honor	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Katniss just wants the people she loves to be safe...<br/> When her sister is chosen to die, Katniss steps up and takes her place. If things could get any worse, the boy who saved her life is chosen to fight to the death.<br/> Katniss must betray her best friend so she can stay alive. Will she ever get home?<br/> This epic story is carefully woven into faith and hope... something definatly worth money that's appropite for ages 11 and up.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15HFJBFVJ92MU?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games Book Review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Book was amazing! The author has to have a pretty sick mind to come up with the plot of teens killing each other for entertainment, but the book was so well written. I got sooooo hooked and couldn't stop reading. It's one of the absolute best books I've ever read. I'm not old enough to drive yet, so I'm going to bike to a bookstore so I can buy the second book &amp; start reading right now! So amazing. It's a love and survival story all in one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3O0JMHJ5U9RM1?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was fantastic!  I couldn't put it down.  Before I was half way through it, I bought and down loaded the next book in the trilogy on my Kindle.  In a matter of days I had read all three books and gone to see the movie.  My husband did the same thing!  The movie was good but very glad I had read the book as it had so much more information in it as to what was going on and made the movie better then what it would have been otherwise.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZBU69GW71WTS?ASIN=0439023521	EXCELLENT BOOK!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm NOT a reader.  I've been out of high school for 20 years now and the only books I have read are the books in the Twilight series.  (Please don't hate me because of that!)  I am really into the Hunger Games books!  I couldn't put the first one down and had to read it before I saw the movie.  (LOVED THE MOVIE TOO!)<br/><br/>I'm now on book three, but so far book two is my favorite.  GO READ THIS BOOK!<a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Hunger-Games/dp/B002MQYOFW"">The Hunger Games</a></span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1U1JLWZ120BHB?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins has put forth an absolutely astonishing novel. Full of fast-paced adventure, humor, romance, and just the right amount of spunk, you can wonderfully picture the book being acted out right before your eyes with the mind-blowing details and clarity. I personally finished the book in less than a day and pounced on the sequel, as well. Thank you, Ms. Collins, for giving us a great trilogy we'll be reading for a loooooooong time!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNQPV1JNOU2IV?ASIN=0439023521	Interesting but a tad dark	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a well written story, but a bit dark. It was kind of draggy at the end and I wish the main character had been a bit more loyal to the guy at the end. I lost interest in the series because of it, didn't feel like reading the next few books where I'm sure she goes back and forth... wasn't strong enough for me to pay alot more for the next books in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10OQCSBTS016R?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was sceptical about reading this book after it was recommended to me by a friend. The whole concept of a future world where people kill each other for reality tv seems very elaborate and extreme to me. I found it hard to get into for the first couple of chapters but after that I was hooked.<br/>The book is very well written that even someone who isn't a big fan of violence, blood and other such things can still read it without cringing!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROU194YV40Q27?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've wanted to read this series for awhile and with the approaching movie I read them with a three week period only on the weekends. I'd recommend this book and is appeals to all types of readers and I could feel what Katniss was going through with her struggles in this book and how her family especially her sister Prim meant to her.  I knew that she would eventually fall in love with Peeta and enjoyed reading all the books in this series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BBSBIIDEAON9?ASIN=0439023521	Best book I've EVER read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">AMAZING! One of thee best books I have EVER read. I just finished reading it about 10 minutes ago and I'm already anxious to start the next book.  It is nothing like anything I've ever read before, and sends you through so many feelings and emotions. I would recommend this to anyone who asks! It's a must read, for sure! At first I wasn't sure I would be interested because of it's theme but once I got into it, I really couldn't put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WF37C69UCVU?ASIN=0439023521	An exciting read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Could not put this book down...definitely worth the read...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3S5E2MRUNAPZR?ASIN=0439023521	Steller story telling!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I first saw someone reading this book, I kind of felt like ""oh maybe I shouldn't."" You see I'm not a big fan of trendy things, however Suzanne Collins totally pulled me in with her story telling. When I realized that everything happening in this book was a possibility for our future, I felt myself getting more and more drawn in, and couldn't put the book down!<br/><br/>Thank you Suzanne for writing such a wonderful trilogy!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RYBQERS9XNV4?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Book arrived on time and well packaged as always. The hunger games has a very intriguing story-line and though I haven't yet read the other books in the trilogy, I will definitely be getting the others to continue the story. The writing style is a little younger than I thought, but then again I guess that is the intended audience. So, don't expect a Jeffery Deever style complex plot and just enjoy the book as read. Definitely recommended!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25ABK6TFNTDWU?ASIN=0439023521	Finally! A book equally great for teens and adults!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If a book captures my daughter's attention and she can't stop talking about it - I'll give it a try as well.<br/>However, previous bestsellers such as the Twilight serious and even the last couple of Harry Potter books have been more than disappointing for me.<br/>The Hunger Games was intriguing and interesting to read. Placed in a unusual setting but not completely futuristic either. Best of all - it is written really well. I loved it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PMPGFPNGT0MI?ASIN=0439023521	amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It has been a while since i have found a series that was so engaging. I read all three books in less than 4 days! They are well written and even thouh i wanted to skip through sections just to know what would happen next, I wanted to read every word of the books. The underlying message, morality and humanity issues confronted are compelling. I have recommended this book to everyone i know. A must read. It's got a little bit of everything.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRMAE1I61NV0U?ASIN=0439023521	Love hunger games series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">These books were great in this series. They kept you turning pages through all three books.  Originally might have decided against books but after several people at work kept talking about how great they were I finally got on board.<br/>Author creates a visual scene for you. She makes the characters come to life. I thought though out time I was reading them this will b the next Harry Potter, Now I hear they are making a movie so we will see</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11X7S1YZXSOUI?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Book Came in great condition. The slip cover was impeccable. Delivery was normal for Amazon, and the book was great. It starts slow but it sure does build up and then its nearly impossible to put down. Apparently it is the first book of three I believe, so we have a while to wait to see what happens next! Stephenie Meyer is a big fan of this book and thats how I heard about it. She is a fan for a reason. Suzanne Collins is a great writer.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15O007YYY26NJ?ASIN=0439023521	I hesitated to read this book.....	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I hesitated to read this book because I had heard there was a lot of scenes which involved death and violence.  But so many people were telling me that it was an awesome book and I just needed to read it.  Finally I got it, and had it finished within two days.  The scenes that I imagined would be difficult to read were written very tastefully, It was one of the best books I have ever read, couldn't put it down.  Absolutely awesome story.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LDFCSHT7EZ9G?ASIN=0439023521	Can't wait to start the second book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love to read and have always loved the books more than the movies (generally speaking)....they always have so much more detail and 'little stories' within the story. I also like to read the book BEFORE I watch the movie, however that did not happen this time. So I was worried that I would not be able to 'get into it' … well I was wrong. The book was great and still kept my attention. I'm so glad I read it.....now on to the second book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5TLRDQCK7TAY?ASIN=0439023521	Very interesting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was entirely unlike any young adult reader I have ever read. Very violent, but not in a way that would be too awfully inappropriate for the young reader. I personally would not allow my child to read this series unless they were at least 15 or older.....or a very mature 12. Some very adult scenarios these children face, children killing children. All in all, a very good series, and I was very surprised by how much I enjoyed it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3EOWRCTGFCCA9?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you are a reader you will enjoy The Hunger Games triology, after you read all three books you can really relate to the movie. I hope that the author produces some more books in this category. Be aware that once you start to read you will be so immersed in the story that it is hard to stop. This story about a time in the future when society has regressed back to semi roman times with human sacirifices to satisfy a power mad government.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YTUDBB0NNJ6Z?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">No spoilers, so read on. I had a little trepidation about this book before I started reading the series.  As a 30-something man I did not think I was the target audience (Now after reading I am sure I'm not the target audience) . However, I thoroughly enjoyed the series - book 2 in particular.  Well written with good character development.  Does suffer a little from 'dumb character syndrome' in places, but overall a very enttaining read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJPNVAVIJL8W5?ASIN=0439023521	An intense adventure in a most disfunctional world.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome story! I was thoroughly engrossed in this story, it was that addicting! I have to say, Suzanne Collins writes in the first person with a memorizing flow. I loved it! I am definitely continuing this series. The contrast between the districts and the Capitol were drastic but they were painted out beautifully by the author. It was fast paced, well narrated and just overall amazing! Hands down, one the best books I've read this year.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23597LQKU2Q3Z?ASIN=0439023521	Fabulous read no matter your age.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I got this book for my 13 y/o son and I love it just as much as he does. The story is great and filled with thought provoking situations/themes. I fell in love with the main characters and can't wait until I read the next book. There is some tough reading. Kids are placed in an arena and forced to fight to the death until there is one person left. My son and I had many talks about other countries where civil war is a everyday occurrence.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35FWPSQUNYNHQ?ASIN=0439023521	Seriously, I'm so over post-apocalyptic fiction	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I know, it's the big thing - lots of books, big movies, blah blah blah, but after the 2 young lead characters were taken from their village to compete in the games it just lost me.  In the sense that I just couldn't be bothered summoning up the energy to read any more.<br/><br/>The book is filled with horrible situations and unlikeable characters.  Not my thing</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VIJYHK6BJ0Q0?ASIN=0439023521	Not a fan	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am definitely not a Hunger Games fan. To be brief; the main character Katniss lacks development, which caused a sense of apathy in me toward her and her story. The action parts are decent enough, but there are really only two characters in the whole thing that I actually felt compelled by. Mine is not the majority opinion, most of the people who recommended this series to me absolutely love them, but I have definitely read far better.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RD5T8Y7AO0NHF?ASIN=0439023521	Do Yourself a Favour	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I heard about this series whilst travelling in the USA in May 2011 and intended to read them as soon as I returned home  However, I did not read this novel mid 2013 and I have to say I have read it again and again since. I loved the characters, I loved the richness of the story and I very quickly downloaded Catching Fire and Mockingjay. The movies are good, but do not do the storyline justice.  Do yourself a favour and read these books.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1F5Y6X0U8RFNF?ASIN=0439023521	Shocking	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Reading this book from the start was sending, and the starting of the climax caught my attention. The ending was surprising and leaving me wondering what's going to happen next.<br/><br/>This book was amazing and intense. Very dramatic and thrilling.<br/>I liked the climax of the book, and how it was organized into a love story. I didn't like how it made the characters fall apart at the ending, and the love fading surprisingly quick.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2L7ZWG2FVSERI?ASIN=0439023521	My Kids Love This Series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Both my 12 year old and 18 year old loved this book and have read the whole trilogy. The characterization is strong and you can't help root for Catniss even with all her flaws. No doubt that the plot line and setting are captivating and imaginative, but the story is dark, violent and rather depressing. I rank this series in the same category as the Harry Potter and Percy Jackson series in terms of their ability to motivate kids to read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37CTMQUXP53JR?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it, ready to start the next!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is such a page turner its ridiculous. I got it just to have something to read in between classes and next thing i know its over and im starting the next one. I would recommend this  to everyone! Even if you saw the movie you will still get engulfed in the story. Although it is way more graffic than the movie so parents beware... but then again what isnt these days. If i didnt already see the movie i would have given it all 5 stars.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29RBBDNJILJL6?ASIN=0439023521	WOW! Very different and spellbinding!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I never thought I would like a book series as much as I like Harry Potter and Twilight, but this one is amazing! I have only read the first book, but I could not put it down. I was hooked from beginning to end and truly would suggest this book to anyone. It is written in first person, which is odd at first, but you will quickly adjust. I will say the political implications are amazing! I was left with the feeling of disbelief and shock.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CN0JAO0G108P?ASIN=0439023521	Great books !	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved these books, very enjoyable read, got sucked into the characters.  It only takes about 25 pages to get pulled in.  During those first few pages, I thought, 'Oh this is going to be depressing' but that left quickly and it was great to read about a strong woman.<br/>If you enjoy this series, once you're done, read the Insurgent series by Veronica Roth.  Also very good reads.  Very similar to Hunger Games, but only in a good way.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R128LQ845MHX0M?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Game	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed this book very much.  It kept me coming back to read more about what was going to happen next.  The story line was clear and concise and kept you coming back for more.  It kept me in suspense wondering what was going to happen next.  It wasn't graphic when it told about the different ways that the kids where killed but it was specific. I liked the way the love story was handled. I also liked the was the author ended the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MQCWQ72752E2?ASIN=0439023521	SOOO GOOD	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought just the first book thinking I should hold off on buying all three. (I've been disappointed by others before). NOT THIS TIME. I bought it, and then immediately bought the 2 hardbacks. But I couldn't wait, so I downloaded a free copy (sorry!) I still bought it though, and will be urging my friends to read it. I read all three books in about 2 and half days, I couldn't put it down. Yes, I even carried it to the bathroom with me.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DZAUDBP5IN1U?ASIN=0439023521	tough to put down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A terrifically fun read, Hunger Games offers a compelling and captivating plot (although perhaps not altogether unique) along with strong character development that can't help but capture our imaginations.  It's impossible not to recommend this book, just about any reader will find themselves enjoying every page even if this engaging piece of fiction isn't perhaps of the literary quality to end up in a highschool literature curriculum!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2L3CYX91MDYGZ?ASIN=0439023521	something new	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The whole Hunger Games trilogy is an easy read. One is able to breeze right through them; they have a good story though. I hadn't read anthing like this before. I never watched Battle Royale so I can't compare it to that. There are only so many original ideas left in the world, though. How many movies have basically the same plot? So, from my point of veiw, these books are great and worth the read. You'll be hooked from the beginning.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWI7QNS2NU9I?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games literally left me hungry for more. Collins is obviously a literary genius. she weaves an elaborate and creative story line with the developing love story that leaves main character katniss in an odd love triangle. Perfect for teens hungry for a love story harder to put down then the twilight series or good for any harry potter fanatic with an amazingly creative plot line that could only come from the ingenious Collins.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FBWFDCV4D5PA?ASIN=0439023521	I didn't want it to end!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is amazing.  Though to be honest I did stuggle with the first few chapters.  But it pick up from there and I didn't put it down.  I thought that Kat was a stud and Peeta would never fail to surprise me.  I loved all the characters.  I laughed, cried, and shouted out loud for glee (my husband wanted to put me on prozac!)  I highly recommed this book for EVERYONE.  A Great Christmas present (a few of my friends are getting it).</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32IV0747K669Y?ASIN=0439023521	Best customer service!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The product was what I expected it to be and no less. However the customer service was even more amazing. They are a very caring company who reaches out to their customers to make sure everything is okay with their order. If there are any problems before you can even e-mail them, they will e-mail you. I'm really happy with the book and even more excited about the customer service. Definitely buy from this buyer they are the real deal.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WGOPR9X02UYW?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games Part 1	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book because it was listed among the most popular books bought on Amazon.  It was completely different than anything I had ever read before and one of those books that you cannot put down.  I have not got to read part 2 and 3 yet but I am sure that they are equally as exciting.  Just back from the States and I have seen Hunger Games advertised a lot as it is coming out as a film.  Very exciting.  Definitely worth reading..</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2O3NK9V4G30QU?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was the first book I got on my new Kindle Fire and it was amazing! I never thought I would like it because it is set far in the future even after my sister in law told me about it. I saw the commerical for the movie coming out in March and decided to read it. WOW was I wrong! I couldn't put it down. Great read for all ages. I suggest this book to anyone, it keeps you one you toes wanting to stop after the next chapter every time!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1I1M5ED0Y52IN?ASIN=0439023521	WoW	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">16 year old Katniss Everdeen lives with with her mother and her 12 year old sister Prim. They live in District 12 , one of the poorest districts. But Katniss's father, before he died taught her how to hunt. The book begins on reaping day. Her sister's name is pulled out of the bowl. she is a tribute in the hunger games, where chilren 12 to 18 fight to the death on live tv. Katniss takes her sisters spot. I loved the book. A must read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6AF5DDBLJS1J?ASIN=0439023521	I love this book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is an excellent book..well written and concise about a girl in a dystopian society. Follow her path as she saves her sister, saves her friends and becomes the symbol of a revolution she has no desire to be. Bravery and Fear, Love and Hate, Indifference and Earnestness all play a part in her psyche and one sees the progression of her maturity as much more than a reflection of the times but also a reflection of society as a whole.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZCTZXHZ44S7P?ASIN=0439023521	The Spark against the government of Panem	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Most adults out there are saying ""this book is so brutal why would parents promote this?"" Well I'm a kid and you know  why we like this it's not about the killing it's about the the spark against the government. How when(spoiler)* Katniss held up those berries showing the government they won't change who they are by throwing you into an arena and killing each other. The spark against the government that's what it's all about.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RN2A1ZX1UBEVW?ASIN=0439023521	I'm Hungry for more!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My 16-year-old daughter insisted that I take her to see the movie.  It was great...so, naturally, I wanted to ""read all about it"".  I was not disappointed.  The author made me feel deeply about all of the characters...even the antagonists.  I was able to get inside hearts and minds and understand the driving forces.  I am looking forward to a further exploration of this ""alternate universe"" created by Suzanne Collins.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8PTZGENYADBT?ASIN=0439023521	A captivating story.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book keeps you anxious from page to page without giving a dull moment to rest your eyes  The story moves from violence to  unexpected moments of extreme tenderness.  It for me, was one of those books that stays in your mind long after you finish reading and to even feel that the characters are real.  I look forward to reading and joining Katniss to see what takes place in the next book.  A great and enjoyable reading experience.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3T8GJO97BCZ9U?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!!  Quick read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was excellant. Words just can't describe it. I have never read a book as fast as I read ""The Hunger Games"". I suggest having a box of kleenex close at hand as I did cry a lot during parts of the book. I have now started book 2 &amp; I am reading it at about the same rate. I had not seen the movie &amp; I am glad of it but when I finish all 3 books I will watch the movie &amp; read more of this authors books. Highly recommend this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R197GMS7TTTDRE?ASIN=0439023521	Different, but great.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was really anti this book and film from get I'd heard about it.  It would not be the type of book I would usually read but decided to give it a go as my older girls think it's horrendous and my 12 year old is pressurising me to let her read it!  It as different, thought provoking, horrid, unimaginable and I couldn't put it down!  On to the second book.... And yes....my 12 year old can read it.... Although I am yet to tell her that!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FK3KNJ08C741?ASIN=0439023521	Good Book-even for an adult	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As an adult, I picked up this book because I wanted to read it before I saw the movie.  I thought the writing style was a little juvenile, but am not faulting the book/writer since it is a book for YA.  That said, I did thoroughly enjoy it and found it to be my favorite of the 3 books in the series.  I recommended it to my YA niece (12 years old) as well as my brother-in-law, who is in his 30s and they both really enjoyed it as well.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14SMWFEIH67L?ASIN=0439023521	Seriously?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am amused at the critiques on the book; the one stars.  Folks, it's not that serious. Someone actually picked the book apart with about 21 points of contention.  Really?<br/>Any book that gets a young person to read is okay by me.  I'd rather them READ a book than sit around playing video games.  By the way, I liked it. Was it the best storyline, the best well written book I've ever read?  No.  But who cares.  It was entertaining.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLN45RN5AE3EK?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is one of the best books that I have read in a very long time.  The story and characters draw you in from the very beginning.  This is the kind of book that you will want to read when you have an extended period of time because once you start it is nearly impossible to stop.  While the series is targeted to young adults, I feel most adult readers will also enjoy this book.  I could not wait to read the second book in the series.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18B59G9INXXTG?ASIN=0439023521	its not possible to not like this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i bought this book on my kindle becaue a teacher of mine reccomended it......i didnt think that it was going to be that good until i started it.  i was amazed with the action and the excitement of it.  i couldnt put my kindle down. it was a dont stop reading until you finish kind of book for me.  i was surprised with the ending though.  it kind of leaves you hanging by a string. i am eager to by the next book because of this!!!!!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRNPTVQI61BBC?ASIN=0439023521	A great book for Young Adults, and Old Young Adults alike	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved Hunger Games! I've read it twice. This book is about love, adventure,and survival. Yes, its classified as a YA but lets face it; I will NEVER see YA again. As an older YA I still enjoyed the characters the adventure and the thrill of the hunt of Hunger Games and I can predict that there is a chance I will re read it again. So dont let the young adult tag on the book keep you older young adults from enjoying a very good read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJS6LAHE1ZDI1?ASIN=0439023521	Love this book!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thoroughly enjoyed this book! I was on the edge of my seat the entire time. There were moments when I felt like I was in the arena fighting to survive right there with them. I read over half the book in no time, if I didn't have to participate in the real world I wouldn't have even taken a break!! All in all great book. I highly recommend it. Easy read. Great detail makes it easy to visualize the characters, &amp; all that's going on.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19AE61SCVSD6?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">An excellent book which I can recommend without reservation. If you have a heart and understand just how ruthless life can often be, you will be enthralled by this tale. Love and sacrifice, terror and despair, all endured in a game of horror which is devised to shatter everything that is good in the human spirit. However, the Game planners forgot one simple fact. Tools which are designed to destroy, can also be used to temper steel.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QZC34T4LX2K7?ASIN=0439023521	Lord of the Flies II	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What a fantastic book! Teens who missed Lord of the Flies and other similar stories will love this. 1984, Logans Run, Brazil, there's always a future horror story society out there to rebel against, but where this excels is that the government are so far removed there seems no way to beat them (almost like Cameron/Clegg lol). Just read the first in the tilogy but will def. read the others. Great characters and great story, loved it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXJU7RU007PW3?ASIN=0439023521	Not enough action for my 11 year old	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My 11 year old son was really looking forward to reading this book because he'd heard about the movie and the story sounded exciting. But ... he was very disappointed. He found it too 'girly' (his words!) with Katniss pretending to like Peeta but it was all for show. He was also expecting a lot of action but it was mainly about Katniss's thoughts and worries. The best bit was a small bit of action at the end when the Mutts attacked.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLMS2Q2L4KIBD?ASIN=0439023521	Great book series!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read these books because my 14 year old daughter really wanted me to read them.  I was hesitant because of the disturbing nature of the books and I didn't want to make a commitment to read a whole series.  I'm a slow reader and I read the whole series in less than a month. The books were addicting and I was drawn in immediately.  I am glad that the movie stays close to the book, from what I hear.  I'm looking forward to seeing it.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TWQBCD6AFKO5?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was skeptical about this book since it's listed as Young Adult fiction, however I was happily surprised to find what a good story it actually was. Combine a quasi-post-apocalyptic era ruled by severe governmental control with a fierce and multi-dimensional female lead character (unlike the tripe pushed out by the Twilight series), and you have the ingredients for a very enjoyable piece of fiction. Can not wait to read the sequels.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HG0HTX3PE6OA?ASIN=0439023521	NEW FAVE BOOK	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't think that it could happen, but it did. I have finally discovered a book (trilogy) to replace my previous favorites (Jane Eyre and the Harry Potter books) as my ULTIMATE favorite book! The entire trilogy is just amazing! I recommend that you read it if you are a reader who enjoys both a great plot and superb writing (nothing like that Twilight writer who, for some reason, doesn't seem to edit her atrociously written books).</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SK99ZDDIR5WR?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you haven't read this series, what are you waiting for?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZH22D93Y1BO8?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this book!  Even more than the movie!  :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TSHVSV2YMSW1?ASIN=0439023521	I started this because I was bored	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had no plans to get much out of it but the characters and story were so intriguing I finished the first book, got the other two and ran right through the series in less than two weeks.  I watched the first film and was really sorry to find that the other two books were not available as movies yet.  I was right there when the second movie opened in theaters because I could not wait to see how the book would be developed on screen.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WK0YMY6IJOKY?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie before reading The Hunger Games which helped me visualize the story better when reading it. If you liked the movie you will love this book. You really get to understand Katniss and the issues she has had to live with in her life. The relationships are amazing and the personal conflicts she has once she enters the arena are unforgettable. Highly recommend! I'm a husband, by the way, so this book isn't just for girls.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3EJOKF157S4ZU?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Outstanding, riveting, entertaining book.  Holds your attention from start to finish.  Narrative is compelling, painting a picture of a devilish world as it could be after some devastating event which destroyed the world as we know it today.  The characters and their emotions seem real.  My only complaint is that the ending seemed a bit lame, but, then, this book is only the first of a series.  I can't wait to read the next volume.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3V2LUED4GUZUO?ASIN=0439023521	Great read, I could not put down the set!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I decided I should read it since the movie is coming out soon and I like to read books prior to seeing the movie.  What a great decision!  From the very first chapter I was hooked and could not put it down.  The characters are memorable and I was completely taken in by the emotion the books evoked.  After reading the first book via a loan, I immediately bought the entire trilogy.  All 3 were great reads and I highly recommend them!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R40XS1YVTCKWE?ASIN=0439023521	This is not a kid's book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not stop reading this compelling and rewarding series - staying up until the wee hours to finsh each one in a day!  This is not a kid's novel, but a minutely observed projection of a possible future.  The commentary on our media age and what it could come to is not that far-fetched!  The characters are well drawn and believable, and I was sorry to leave them when I was done.  I just hope the coming movie captures the magic!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17BMAJP5LQ5QL?ASIN=0439023521	An Easy, Entertaining Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have now read 2 of the three novels in this series and can't wait to read the last one ""Mockingjay"".  I normally don't read series books but Hunger Games was so good that I couldn't wait for more. Easy to read with surprises at every turn.  I fell instantly in love with the characters and felt connected even though the time is futuristic. Even if you don't read the second and third novels, Hunger Games is one to add to your list!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R308FKQSIDQ6N8?ASIN=0439023521	I had already seen the movie.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">And the second movie too. I felt I wanted to read the full three books before seeing the final installment.  I truly did not  remember a great deal of the first story so I am glad I read this book and looking forward to the next book, too. .<br/>So much of the first book is her thoughts which you just don't get in the movie.<br/>I recommend this book for those who have seen the movie as well as those who just enjoy an easy read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UIBIKG7CEUQV?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is a great read for all ages. I read this book years ago and can still go back to it to enjoy it as much as the first time. The author gives great descriptions of the Capitol that has taken over the area the main character lives in. Its a great new outlook of what the future could hold. Katniss Everdeen is a fantastic main character for everyone to enjoy.<br/><br/>-Katie Hemphill the Author of the Dark Blood Chronicles</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8K9NN7RBBZ9X?ASIN=0439023521	My  Absolute Favorite	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I LOVE this book.  I have read it at least three times since getting it and every time, it's just as good and I still can't put it down.  I have recommended it to all of my friends and they love it too.  It keeps you interested and angry and happy and sad all at the same time.  If you're being hesitant about buying this book, don't be.  It is absolutely my favorite book of all time, and I can almost guarantee it will be yours too.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWRULSJF3UDOK?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">81 days until the major motion picture! With over 2,000 reviews, there probably isnt much more that I can say except that this book was absolutely amazing. I was on the edge of my seat the entire triology. I read all three books in 4 days! And i must take credit for getting 4 other friends hooked as well. Collins masterfully delivered a set of characters that caused gut wrenching emotions the entire 4 miserable yet wonderful days.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39TBAQIU0J408?ASIN=0439023521	One of the best books I've read in a LONG time	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I agree that there are parts of this book that are rather brutal and may be hard to read.  But it is practically impossible to put down.  I read it in less than a day and found myself getting so caught up in it that I could feel my adrenaline pumping. I have already read the 2nd book and can't wait to get my hands on the third.  Excellent writing and great characters.  I will be following Ms. Collins' work to see what comes next!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1F8VUN74JO0DD?ASIN=0439023521	All in all, a good read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Just because you may be new to this book doesn't mean that it will grab you immediately. Why? Because you've likely heard tons about it.<br/><br/>This was my experience upon reading the first in the series. But soon into the story, THE HUNGER GAMES does grab you and keep you until the end, the mark of a good storyteller.<br/><br/>As for the actual writing? Not what I would call stellar, but the book is professionally written.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1THQNYZRJUX5?ASIN=0439023521	THIS BOOK IS AWESOME	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is awesome. I rated it five stars because of the never ending action Ever since I saw the movie I have wanted to read the book and today I got to. The Hunger Games is an action packed book with plenty details. This book is even better than the movie l, and that's saying something coming from a movie lover! This book is worth $9999999 if the price is depending on princess. I hope people reading this will find it helpful!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1H4O2SKYP5KUJ?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As usually, the book and movie are far different. What the book lacks in vivid description of the world, the movie makes up for in fast paced action. What the movie lacks in explanations of events is what the book is able to tell the reader. Especially being that the book is narrated from Katniss's perspective. Overall I like the book based on its ability to tell the story in its own way, in the exact reasoning, I like the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R277KBGQIWEDDR?ASIN=0439023521	Meant To Challenge Our Complacency	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A fascinating story of what we will become if we turn our back on God. Because without the driving force of our God-given conscience we become barbaric and find ourselves capable of the unthinkable --  pitting child against child for our ""entertainment"".  Not only do we become like Rome in it's final days we find it an acceptable reality. The Hunger Games is powerfully told tale meant to challenge us to be better than we are. I'm</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15MQKHW61DJ2W?ASIN=0439023521	Good entertainment	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book is well written and seems to be geared towards a young teen audience.  I did enjoy it, but had to ignore some obvious and unimaginative plot points and background story.  The characters are interesting and enjoyable, if a little shallow.  With a little more story and plot development, and some more work getting the audience to believe that these kids would jump into a battle to the death, the book could have went higher.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OMBVXR2A0HZU?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't Put It Down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book had me from the first page. I haven't read something this enjoyable and all consuming in quite a long time. I don't know why it is being touted as ""a book for young readers"" because I'm 56 years old and usually read a book a week and this book had it all! I kept putting it down because I didn't want it to end. The best part of it is that this is book one of a trilogy and I hope the other 2 books are as good as this one.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3Q0E6CHT8X9DX?ASIN=0439023521	Surprised.... Delightfully	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is coming from someone who doesn't care for books, I read magazines..... I started this book last night - finished it this morning with only a few hours sleep in between :) this was an amazing book!!! I am in my thirties and still enjoyed it. I definitely went thru all kinds of emotions , all the same as Katniss was feeling (the writing was that good!) BRAVO<br/><br/>I am now downloading book 2 ! I can't wait to get back to reading!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KR9SAKVD98H3?ASIN=0439023521	I would recommend this to my friends.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought this book was just OK...but by the time I got to the end, I couldn't wait to read the second book in the series. I just had to know what happened to the characters, and did I get a surprise!!! ""Catching Fire"" was excellent, extremely better than the first. Can't wait for the third!!!!<a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Catching-Fire-The-Second-Book-of-the-Hunger-Games/dp/0439023491"">Catching Fire (The Second Book of the Hunger Games)</a><a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Mockingjay-The-Final-Book-of-The-Hunger-Games/dp/0439023513"">Mockingjay (The Final Book of The Hunger Games)</a></span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SNRSAS3OHC8S?ASIN=0439023521	In the tradition of Brave New World	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger Games is one of the rare books you read and can't help but love, whether you are an adult or child. It is largely the story of 16-year-old Katniss who lives in a totalitarian state where the people are kept in check by threatened devastation, starvation, and brutality. In lesser hands it could come off as bleak and tired, but Collins is able to keep the dark themes from getting too dark while moving the story along nicely.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIQ3LOU6M652L?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was recommended to me after I read Unwind by Neal Shusterman and although I didn't find it as powerful as Unwind, I still think it was an excellent book. The story had just the perfect combination of action, drama, and romance. It has a great message that you can stay human even in the most inhumane conditions. Needless to say, I am anxiously awaiting a sequel. I am sure even greater things are to come in the next book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1R0GEAPN17JZL?ASIN=0439023521	Wondered what it was all about	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I won't be reading any more of these books.  I like science fiction but this was a very depressing book.  If I thought that this is what the future held I would not want to continue living toward a situation like this in the USA.  But the thing I found interesting is that considering  the place where this story originates in coal mining country where poverty, illness, and not much encouragement exists maybe we are already there.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FO8JVUSUFWWW?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I chose this book based on prior ratings..  This was the first  book  completed  on my  New kindle.  The story content held my interest to the point that I found myself opening up to it every chance I had from beginning to end.  The actual game's portion was the best parts.  I would've liked for the ending to be extended letting us know what happened with the victors after their return home but I guess that will be another book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PHSO98WSX61T?ASIN=0439023521	Better than I expected	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I glanced at the movie during a recent flight and was interested enough to order the first book.  Since it is labelled by our library as a book for young persons, i.e. teenagers, I was rather dubious about whether I would like it.  In the event I very much enjoyed it.  The characterization was good and the plot and rapid-fire action kept me coming back to it.  So I finished it quickly and am looking forward to the second volume.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11EHWYCFRAQFX?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome Book...Even for Adults	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this entire series, although Book 1 was the best of the 3.  I highly recommend it, even for adults.  I found the 3rd book in the series to be the weakest, but still very good.  Not sure I would recommend the series for kids under 13 as a lot of the material is somewhat graphic and violent.  But you have to know your kid to know what they can handle.  I read it in about 2 days, so it is a quick easy read.  Enjoy!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRHXRB8R6P8TC?ASIN=0439023521	Imaginative page turner!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved this book! the story line is different from anything I have read. Tactical,Katniss has some hard choices to make but they all revert back to helping the ones she loves. good mix of nature, love, drama,action,glamour,hunting, and evil government- a true hearted tale.  I was such a tom girl growing up- but still such a girl,and this book caught my interest immediately from the first pages, I highly suggest reading this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39A7GSU84OF7F?ASIN=0439023521	Compelling story. Couldn't put it down.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the second time I have read Hunger Games as my book club wanted to read it.  I was very surprised at how much it captured me - again.  Even though I had already read the trilogy - I am doing it again.<br/><br/>Empowerment, young confused love, danger, life after devastating war - it has a great deal to offer.  Fantastic read that just sucks you in and won't let you go for three books.<br/><br/>I highly recommend it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35PG26405U0VF?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I chose this rating for the book because, the book kept me entertained, wanting more and making it difficult to put the book down. I loved the storyline it was unique, made sense. I loved everything about  the book the two things I disliked about the book was that it could  have told how the other competitors die and I dislike one of the competitor I didn't want to die died. I'd recommend this book too whoever knows how to read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8OWRHLO5TV8E?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I first heard of this book, I wasn't interested because I thought it was a kids book.  Then a friend told me she loved the series, and so I bought the first book.  I could not put it down!  I immediately rented the movie after reading the book (a habit of mine), then bought the second book.  I'm almost done with that, and will, without a doubt, buy the third when I'm finished.<br/><br/>I would recommend this book highly!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R128FHVY8A200U?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am an 8th grade English teacher and I could NOT put down this book!!  I read it in two days, sent for Catching Fire, the sequel, and read it in two days!!  I plan to share this book with my class at the end of the year in a read-aloud format.  What a great story -- appealing to both girls and boys.  Suzanne Collins really knows the formula for catching a young adolescent reader's attention, as well as this 51-year-old reader!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2D0QWWRJ25H7G?ASIN=0439023521	Absolutely LOVED it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games was a very interesting and adventure filled book and I couldn't stop reading once I started. I literally read it in 1 day and I have nowread it 3 times! I don't recommend this book for younger readers because it is based on murder and survival in harsh conditions, I read it when I was 12. Everyone in my class loved this book and almost all of us would read it again. (I used my moms Kindle to write this review.)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R256QU9QHHR59A?ASIN=0439023521	Completely Addicted!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is awesome. I stayed up well past my lights out time to read it. Past midnight- which is pretty darn late for a twelve year old! It's torture to wait for Catching Fire to come out on Kindle, because I can't afford the hardcover version, and the library waiting list is more than two years! P.S. the people who think that Peeta is the best match for Katniss are insane. NO ONE understands and cares for her more than Gale.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1L54GJWUMNCLO?ASIN=0439023521	Tough Concept Nicely Done	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games takes a hard concept, that parents would sacrifice their own children, and pulls it off. Not only does Suzanne pull it off, she sucks you into it in the process. It a story about love and friendship and takes a fresh look at the cost of survival - and sacrifice. The Hunger Games is well written and an easy read. I enjoyed it very much and I'm looking forward to the release of Catching Fire on September 1, 2009.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27MJFYVQ4SLHA?ASIN=0439023521	One of the best young adult books yet!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've read many young adult books but The Hunger Games and the rest of the trilogy are by far one of the best. With its fast paced but not so fast you get lost vivid style, you will not ne able to put the book down. I read all three books in the trilogy in 2.5 days. I stayed up till 5:00 reading and I didn't even notice. I highly recomend this book to anyone 6th grade up, even adults who don't mind a certain amount of violence.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMRFBTM1MO2AY?ASIN=0439023521	A game of survival.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I almost did not order The Hunger Games.  Now that I finished the first book, couldn't wait to order the second book.  Lots of getting to know the characters and their special traits - who is good and who is evil.  Survival in the most difficult of situations is very important make up.  Colors, exotic costumes, elaborate set designs, change of events, sounds, what is real and what is not all make this book so exciting to read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCMM9YNM5XQG4?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a quick and entertaining read. I enjoyed the movie, but Katniss was so much more complicated and real in the book and if possible, the Capitol even more shallow and frightening. Very Big Brother.....and with the current deluge of reality television and the state of the world around us it is too easy to imagine people actually finding this type of show normal and an acceptable form of entertainment some day. Shudder...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28U8HS9YX3CB8?ASIN=0439023521	A well-written story about a sick world	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">There is no doubt that The Hunger Games is a well-written book. It has strong characters and an inventive storyline which is told at a hectic pace. The book is, at times, brutal in its portrayal of a world gone mad where teenagers fight to the death in hope of bringing their home regions some prosperity. Although I did enjoy reading this book, I couldn't help but be angered by this sick world (but maybe that's the whole idea).</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DB8NIDH89E1Y?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger games was inspiring and positively thrilling. I couldn't stop reading and I have this unbearable urge to move on to the next installation. Part of me fears that our civilization will end up like it did in the book. I also fear how dependent I am on the accessibility of food, water and warmth.<br/>Katniss made me want to fight, to be self-sustaining. The Hunger Games is unique and not something I will easily forget.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37NDMI9IYM3FY?ASIN=0439023521	DIFFERENT	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Absolutely LOVED this book. So much so that I immediately purchased the rest of the trilogy. The female main character is strong and very independent. The two male co-protagonists have strong moral values, and though strong survivors, they are sensitive and most chivalrous when it comes to their lady love. Filled with action and adventure, love and hate, war and peace, I simply could not put this book down. Kudos, Ms. Collins!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KYOM1479880T?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am captivated. I have laughed, cried, mourned greatly but mostly enjoyed this book. The best thing about the Hunger Games is that that characters have depth and life and they exist in a special realm of literature. You feel for the characters and find you are able to relate to them in some way. It is very rare for an author to give such life to characters and the Hunger Games is one of the best written series in a long time.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KZG878P53HW3?ASIN=0439023521	Kids Caution	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read! I picked this book up in response to my students who have finished the series. While I enjoyed the literary ride, I don't think it is suitable for kids wide stream. The book is very well written but depending on the imagination of the child, the death and killing may be too much. Know your kid, that's my advice. There are so many other books available that don't have the foundation of survival that this one offers.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YTCV76JNFKTQ?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie before I read this book and like so many others the book was so much better than the movie.  Although the movie was great too that just says how great the book was!  I have since read the following two books and they are all REALLY good books.  Sometimes when you get into the second and third books they are not as good as the first but these definitley were.  If you have not read these books you really should!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Y0GRF9I370J8?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't stop reading this book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I will have to admit I watched the movie before I read the book and I think the novel does a better job at explaining what's happening throughout the storyline. You really get into what the main character is thinking at every moment and I thought that was fascinating. It was hard to put the book down; there was always something interesting happening. I highly recommend this book. Definitely going to read her other two novels.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25NRQMYWQP9B4?ASIN=0439023521	Caught me by surprise!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm not much of a reader. The last time I picked up a book, other  than school textbooks, has probably been about 4 years. I bought the kindle to try and get back into reading and this was my first book. To my surprise, I was captivated by the story and spent long hours following Katniss through her struggles. I'm glad I chose this as my first read and I will probably buy the second book after I'm done writing this review!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WBM0CZ3ZJTDW?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was sceptical at first, because of the hype of this book series. For me, the three books had real entertainment value. It kept me up until the early hours in the morning, because I couldn't put it away. This happens a lot to me, because I'm so curious, so it doesn't say THAT much about the books though.<br/>I think I would recommend the books. I'm 25 years old and still liked them. The ending was to me a bit abrupt though.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2649QWSPG59NZ?ASIN=0439023521	Surprisingly Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was trying to avoid reading this book due to it's in a genre (love story in a dark futuristic world) I normally try to avoid.  But my friend continued to push this book under my nose until I broke down and picked it up.  I must say after reading the first couple of chapters I am hooked and am really enjoying the story. So as penance to my friend I have to write this review as well as give the next book in the series a read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BEFAC1MYH10O?ASIN=0439023521	Re Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book / story was good although at first I found it very depressing. Later on though, I looked at it as the spirit of survival and resistance against unfair oppression is part of the human spirit.<br/>The one thing I do not like about this series, is that it is written in the first person. I hate books written in that format, unless you are writing an autobiography, a diary, or a blog. It doesn't work for me as a fiction.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1W610YB8MJFL3?ASIN=0439023521	Never to old to enjoy this book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am over fifty but I am still a hopeless romantic.  I vividly recall being a teenager. Maybe because I am still madly in love with my HS sweetheart/husband.  I waited till the week before the movie came out to read the first book.  Couldn't put it down.  Went to the movie day one (Friday). Read book two on Saturday, book three on Sunday.  What a captivating story and characters!  I heartily recommend the trilogy to all ages!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GXQ9VD5FH85Q?ASIN=0439023521	My New Favorite Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's very rare that I find characters that I fall this deeply in love with.  And SO QUICKLY!!!  Crazy names, but I love them anyway.  My previous favorite series was The Twilight Saga up until the release of Breaking Dawn which ruined it for me.  Please don't make the same mistake, Suzanne.  You had me hooked by the end of the first chapter.  What an AMAZING experience!  Keep it up! and I seriously CANNOT wait until Book Two.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R83TKWIM0HR4K?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Book was very good. Thought it was much better than movie</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RD1QATMTV8OA3?ASIN=0439023521	Katniss!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A good book. Harsh story, but I liked the series overall.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24OP41B71VGHM?ASIN=0439023521	Good story, but fell a little flat for me	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Not my cup of coffee, but I can see how the younger audience would like this. I listened to the audiobook along with reading some of the ebook. Characters seemed a little underdeveloped and found myself wanting more from Katniss as a heroine. She didn't really change too much throughout the book. I'm curious to see how the movie fared with the adaptation. I'll probably read the second book and give the series another chance.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BNO65VLR43KR?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent story, written for a younger demographic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is an excellent story but having just finished the Wool series as well as many other Stephen King novels, the simplicity in grammar and the conversational language that the main character uses ended up bothering me far more than I expected.  Definitely would recommend this book, it's an excellent story, it just is definitely written for a Young Readers audience... and I never felt that way about the Harry Potter series.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZIYVD4CED2JL?ASIN=0439023521	Incredible imagery	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought this book was incredible. Daunting future, who to trust, friendships that are fragile. Katniss is a great heroine, actually one of the better ones in literature (and I have read a lot of books). Some people may have been horrified about having young teenagers put in a killing field, however think of The Giver, the main protogonist was 12/13. I know Amazon doesn't do more than 5 stars, but I would give this a 10/10.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TTQ7XNZPWJ13?ASIN=0439023521	I don't normally read fiction	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the first fiction book that I have read in a very long time.  Although I actually really listened to it on my kindle fire HD.  I read it with the professional narration, which was great.  I really enjoyed this book and the descriptions of the woods and the food and the symmetry between the characters in her life within and out of the games.  I look forward to the rest of the books, which I am told are also excellent.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2EZE6KCPBU9FE?ASIN=0439023521	A good book despite the hype and okay movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book quite some time ago, way before there were talks of a movie. I loved this book, the world building, the concept of the tournament, and the characters. It was so cool and different from other books I read. I usually am all about the romance aspect in a novel, but in this book, I didn't actually mind that is was pretty non-existence. This is a great book for teens and adults. And yes, the book was much better!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RO6UJQVYO4ATY?ASIN=0439023521	Suzanne Collins is a Truly Amazing Auther	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This novel is a truly amazing piece of liturature. I am fastenated by how Suzanne Collins developed the characters throughout the trilogy. I also thought blissfuly of the situation Suzanne Collins placed the the characters in ,the coal mining industry,her father died,has to go fight to the death for the entertainment of the capitals citizens and all of Panem. This book truly exeeds the expectations of young adult literature!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GJ81F3VLE5BJ?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">By now, everything imaginable has been written about this trilogy.  The first book is the best, the other two are good, but not as good.  I got caught up immediately, and caught off guard regularly by where the story went.  The hunger games themselves were totally compelling and scary.  The characters are terrific.  I'm not a kid, but I loved this novel.  Ranks with Harry Potter, Lord of the Rings, and other great fantasies.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26KNYHE4DRSOH?ASIN=0439023521	Wow...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I won't bore everyone with a play by play of the plot, but I will say, that this is a brilliant start to one of the best series I have come across in a long time. I read it in one sitting, and immediately bought the boxed set (coming in August). I go back and forth between excited, happy, amazed and then almost to tears at different parts... sometimes within moments. I would highly recommend this book and series to everyone!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23QRZIDH29UD6?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games--a great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I resisted reading this book some time ago.  Everyone was reading it and it got so much attention.  Now I have finally read Hunger Games and I couldn't put it down.  The plot moved along so quickly and was so interesting.  This is the first time in a long time that I was so driven to continue reading.  I enjoyed the detailed descriptions of the characters and setting.  I would recommend it to anyone who enjoys a great read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R107VT80W8V1ND?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put the book down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">For the first time in a long time, I found a book that was so riveting, so intense that I found I couldn't put the book down. The characters were developed so richly, so plainly that I could almost envision them and identify with them. The book is truly an original - not regurgitated material from previous authors. This book is considered ""young adult"", but I'm 35 and loved it. My 13 year old daughter also loved it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CKPAQ475M2YW?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is quick, yet surprisingly complex read. It is a story which causes the reader to look inward for answers to questions surrounding mortality, love, and survival. Collins does a wonderful job of building an environment that is familiar to the reader, yet leaves a part of it for our imagination. I recommend this book to all and encourage those who have read the book to continue discussing it with their peers.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RK4IKHTIWKS9T?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games book, I was not sure I wanted to read. The movie clips did not really interest me to even go see the movie let alone read the book. I really did not espect the way the book played everything out. I finished reading the first book then rented the movie and waited to see how the movie would play it out. I'm glad I read the book and currently am reading the 3rd book. I find that the books are hard to put down.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GTD0SPSCK0HR?ASIN=0439023521	fantastic series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wasnt planning to read this book but once I started, couldn't put it down.  Went right into the rest of the series and loved them all.  I also recommend the Author's other series Gregor, the Overlander.  Collins has a knack for writing a great story without resorting to titillation or mindless filler.  I am a voracious reader, a.ways looking for something new to keep my attention, and these books really met my requirements!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RY9Q6OMP9PYN?ASIN=0439023521	A FAST, AND FUN READ	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was a fast, fun read for me. This is one of those books that is even more fun to read if you see the movie first; that way, you can picture the scenes and characters in your mind as you go. The book is different in many respects than the movie; however, I still say it is best to see the movie, then read the book, or just read the book. I do not recommend reading the book, then seeing the movie. See the movie first.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CZETY2DK136Q?ASIN=0439023521	great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Highly recommend this book. It is a fast read and so exciting! You will want to immediately start the 2nd book. I had no issues with my Kindle version, and loaned it to a friend as well. She was messaging me the next morning to send her the next one. Yes, there is some violence, but that is not what the author focuses on. I don't think it's too much for teens, possibly too much for 10-13 year olds though. Overall, loved it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1R11UWALD3UAW?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't Put it Down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Absolutely riveting!  I loved every single turn of the page.  I thought the whole idea was horrific...but in a way that kept my attention and was 100% thought provoking.  She did an amazing job with character developement and I felt like I could find a way to understand why they acted and reacted the way they did.  Absolutely wonderful.  Finished the book in 2 days...and I have a 2 year old so I don't have ANY spare time.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VJZ3AO0XSQP?ASIN=0439023521	Raw and powerful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is an amazing story with a heroine for all ages proving you don't have to be perfect to be an inspiration to the oppressed and downtrodden.  Compellingly written, Ms. Collins has created a true gem with this book.  It's a rare treat to have characters with depth working in such a well fleshed out universe that also exist as players in a great story.  I hope to find Catching Fire sometime in the near future.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TQPBZJ4BFTCE?ASIN=0439023521	Love the whole series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My 11 year old and I read the series together.  Then (because it was PG-13), I went and previewed the movie and then took her to see it.  Know your child - it is a disturbing premise, but if it's a project you tackle together, and discuss openly, it can work.  I TRULY appreciated that this was labeled as a ""tween"" book and didn't have tons of inappropriate sexual situations.  It was pretty tame - just some kissing.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26O3IO4PVP0CX?ASIN=0439023521	Keeps you on the edge of your seat!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have been wanting to read this and I finally got to. It is a great book with a post apocolypce setting. The plot is good and the characters are good too. One morning I woke up and was on chapter 3. I decided to read and by the end of the day I was on chapter 16! The next day I finished it. This book is good but can also get kinda gory.Sometimes it makes you wonder if the world will ever come to somthing like this though.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OPQF405L5ASD?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome dystopia novel with lots of action	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Katniss is one of those beautiful characters that doesn't realize how great they are! She lives in a brutal post-apocalyptic world where the government uses brutal hunger games to keep the population in line. It reminds me a lot of the Running Man type reality. It's brutal and horrible. I feel it's kind of a social commentary on where our world could be heading...It's the first book in a trilogy and it doesn't disappoint!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHIPWIEZMD50?ASIN=0439023521	Very good.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's a beautiful hardcover edition of the first book of ""The Hunger Games"" series.<br/><br/>About the book, you will find a lot better reviews at amazon, but I can say that it's an very enjoyable and entertaining reading experience. The characters are a lot more complex than the movie leads you to imagine.<br/><br/>About this specific edition, the hardcover, the paper and the printing are of very high quality.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDG2FSP3BSQNQ?ASIN=0439023521	Luv hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I gave this rating because I loved the book. It had a lot of action, adventure, and it also made me and possibly you question about what is going to happen next. There is never a part in this book that I got bored. It always kept me hanging. I recommend this book to you if you love books that are gory, adventurous, and very romantic.  Also you will like this book if you read the maze runner, the giver, and also divergent.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTEOKU7YJPLFW?ASIN=0439023521	May The Best Man/Woman Win!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great novel. I found myself falling in love with the book and characters mid-way through the book. Once the ""games"" begun, I couldn't put the book down unless I had to, and I stopped worrying about if a curse word would appear or not. I'm mad that I'd slept on this book for so long, but believe me when I say that I won't be sleeping on the other two novels. I hope Katniss makes the right decision in the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RY7VIT7EQ5XO0?ASIN=0439023521	Very outstanding book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I finally got to read it and boy, it is a Michelangelo but a book, not a statue.  But still it is a piece of art work.  The author really is very descriptive on a characters feelings and emotions and talk about how much she makes the drama dramatic.  The only bad thing I half to say is it made it a little to sad when rue was dying, other then that I turkey love the book and if you haven't read it yet, READ IT NOW!!!!!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SSZ9WNQUDFBL?ASIN=0439023521	BEST BOOK I HAVE EVER READ	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">love the voice put into the book and how descriptive of the setting I feel like I can almost be walking through district 12 knowing where everything is and I can't wait to read ""Catching Fire"" and for that movie to be out! I would recommend this book to kids 13 and up or for any adult that loves happy endings with drama intense action. Love this book and hopefully this review was helpful to you if you are reading this. :D</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZPJUVQ6X6LUP?ASIN=0439023521	Katniss vs. The World	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">In the beggining before I had read the Hunger Games i`d seen other kids read these books so i decided what the heck I will read it. In this book Katniss fights to the death to save her life.  Suzzane Collins has done the perfect job constucting the perfect novel for both kids and adults. She combines real life problems and incorparates them into the book its a must read.<br/><br/>Contact me at matthew.biggs.14@gmail.com</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20K5W21JE4687?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is so capturing, you will be thinking about it constantly and wanting to read it until you finish. Then you'll mope over the sequels (that being said, heads up that the sequels are nowhere as good).<br/><br/>The main character is a girl who you'll grow to like very much very soon. The plot is fast and captivating, breathtakingly tense in some parts and heart-wrenching in others.<br/><br/>I would recommend this book to everyone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16MMUNNC7LSEB?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great book.  I found the plot and pacing to be exciting and well done, and I can honestly say I enjoyed every second of it.  However, from this book alone, I felt there could be more world development.  A lot of questions about the world went unanswered (though many of them are answered in the next book, Catching Fire).  I would recommend it, just make sure to read the whole series for the full background story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RQYBDR984AQU?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Other reviews are detailed enough so...This book had me hooked from the start.  I am a sucker for a good series and the first book didn't disappoint.  I am a 29 year old female and I think this series is one of those that transcend its suggested young adult readership, much like Harry Potter. I am delaying the inevitable end by waiting to pick up the second and third books, but I cannot wait to find out what happens next!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YJ7VU6VTVFXA?ASIN=0439023521	A Great Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was an amazing book. The author has taken a story of despair and turned it into both a love story, but also a story for survival. There is so much action in this book I found myself reading this non-stop form start to finish and after I ready this I found that I was so excited to read the next book too. While the concept of the book is deplorable in my eyes, I mean sending children to fight to the death is something that I cannot fathom in any society, but saying that though, the author makes it work. She does this through developing characters that you want to root for and characters that you want to hate. Suzanne Collins does a masterful job at developing a world that you can see yourself in and places you in situations where you feel that you are there with Katniss. This is a book that I would recommend to all!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NOXVLR36XEU5?ASIN=0439023521	Facing a defacing system	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">In this day and age, it's easy to imagine yourself being less than a human and being more of a number. Narrow the suffering a bit, it's easy to imagine the unpopular in school being tortured (sometimes sadistically) by the popular. Now, reverse the roles: those who are meant to help others live are the ones making others no longer human, but pawns in a dangerous game. Only, ""game"" is too tame a facade of a word for what it is: a government-sanctioned tournament designed to remind people that no rebellion is allowed in an anti-rebellious government, and ""zero-tolerance"" is not enough, nor strict enough, to comply with how things are. The only way to live... is to kill. And that's if you're chosen.<br/>I've heard much about how this book is a blatant rip-off of another story, Battle Royale. I couldn't say, never read it (held it once, but that's all), but I have watched a preview of the Japanese movie. The first difference I noticed: it's a school-held competition to force students to learn how to survive in a sadistic world. Not the government, but a school holds it. Not enough for me to call it a blatant rip-off.<br/>All the characters seem to have something different for a balancing act in character chemistry throughout the story, and with this many complexities in the story, I was impressed it could all be contained and remain coherent and straightforward rather than subplots running into each other awrily.<br/>What struck me most in this story wasn't how devastatingly brutal the violence could be, nor the lack of language in this book (compared to a majority of other teen books), not even the hypocrisy of a system calling certain Districts ""barbarbic"" when they're forcing 24 people each year to kill each other off (and, in the process, act like ancient cultures that held particularly brutal acts of ritual violence and the winner would still be sacrificed), but how Suzanne humanized the victims, not just used a whole lot of meaningless violence (I'm thinking of Hostel and Saw when I say that), but use deep emotions with each characters, especially integral characters, and, whenever certain ones die, it really jerks me. I know one will eventually have to die in order for the main character to live, but it doesn't soften the blow of the death. And the things that Katniss does to reveal to the world (in her own subtle ways) that the system is a sad, sadistic, defacing system is like a call to readers that there aret imes when we should face a system that doesn't consider each of us individual, but just more factors to add to a grotesque system to systematically do us all in anyway.<br/>But, when all is said and done (with rather devastating twists here and there), it all comes down to a hard ending, one of sadness and makes you wonder how well things can possibly go for a winner who still feels lost.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R284E6CEKNXEWX?ASIN=0439023521	great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didnt think i would like to read these kinds of books. My mother in law kept trying to get us to watch the movies so we watched one and two over the weekend. well after i got home my son told me i needed to read the books because they are way better. i had already decided i needed to read the books because i had to find out what happened in book 3. it really was a great read and like always the book was so much better.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MCQVU9KRCA50?ASIN=0439023521	Took Me By Surprise!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Way better than I thought it was going to be. I read this because I was going to see the movie and wanted to read the book first. Wow, was the book ever better than the movie!! The movie was like just watching what was happening from far away, like watching some sort of bizarre reality show. The book was like living it! The way the book used present tense made it feel like everything was just happening, moment by moment.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SRGWZTZTV9EH?ASIN=0439023521	Surprise romance	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought I had the plot figured out from page one. A girl gets picked for the games, but her older sister volunteers as a replacement to save her life and in the games arena, she befriends Peeta and they somehow both make it out alive together. But no, I really had no idea. The love Peeta had for Katniss is what kept me so in-love with the characters and so concerned with their safety that I couldn't put this book down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZBUP6MWTH64J?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This one of the best books I have read. I can't wait to read the second book. Suzanne Collins did an amazing job capturing the struggles of Katnis and Peeta, throughout the fight and love moments. I recommend this book to more mature readers thought because of the violence. I love this book and hope many people enjoy reading it as much as I did.<br/>(Warning this is a book that you can't put down. I read it in one day!)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXAVOZLNX5CX4?ASIN=0439023521	A page turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is quite the page turner for all ages. I was glad I didn't start reading it until after all three in the series were out as I immediately wanted to continue on the adventure with Katniss. The book is vividly written so every violence portrayed, emotion felt, and problem solved can be imagined and experienced by the reader. Watched the movie after and was sadly disappointed as the book is so much more excellent!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3A8JK9WMUU79V?ASIN=0439023521	A tremendous read!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The synopsis of the book sounds horrific, but in Suzanne Collins' gentle hands, the violence is palatable but still heartbreaking.  I picked this book up because of the buzz about the upcoming movie and am so glad I did.  It is thrilling, tragic, and utterly fantastic.  You won't want to put it down.  Be sure to buy all three books!  You'll be desperate to start in on ""Catching Fire"" the second you've read the last word!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3R634BS0ZKEXQ?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was literally one of the best books i have ever read. there was no way i could set it down...i had to find out what was going to happen next! i finished this whole trilogy in a few days. they always kept me wondering and guessing. you could really feel the emotions of the characters and i felt like i was in the book with them. excellent excellent excellent series and i am looking forward to reading them again:)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIQHWQ41N9M1B?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't want to see the movie because of the storyline, however, I thought after hearing so much about 'Catching Fire' I needed to read 'The Hunger Games', so I could see the movie and move on to 'Catching Fire'.  Inspite of the story, I enjoyed every word I read, and I am currently reading 'Catching Fire'.  I was totally involved in the story from the first word to the last.  It is a very easy book to read and follow.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WANNXTCE0B9F?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is the first in a 3 part series that Suzanne Collins has written.  Katniss and Peeta will be your guides into the Hunger Games.  The journey into the world they live in will keep you wanting more and more.  This first book will take you into their world but prepare you for the world they live in as well the journey they must take.  A must read for everyone. Whether you are young or old take the journey.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R53QJD2B14SXE?ASIN=0439023521	Better than I thought	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was surprised by how much I enjoyed this book. I wanted to read the story before watching the movie and it is amazing. Katniss retains her aloof personality throughout the novel, even as the danger increases around her. Overall, it was very well written and kept me intrigued from start to finish. The cutthroat society isn't very far-fetched and I wanted to know all the details, no matter how crazy it seemed to become.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OAXSH7KT8T6?ASIN=0439023521	Let the Games Begin! I <3 this book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is my all time favorite! I absolutely love it! It was so good. Suzanne Collins did an AMAZING job writing this book! She transports you into the book and you feel like you are Katniss and you want to survive the Games. I read the first 2 books in one day, I could not put it down. I re-read them over 20 times before I got the 3rd book. I own all 3 and re-read them again and again. I am the books #1 fan.  &lt;3</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RE9FZ24N8OX7M?ASIN=0439023521	Way better than the movie!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Definitely worth reading! I started reading the book and it was so good I had to start over and read it to my husband who has a reading disability. We both loved it! We went to see the movie a couple weeks after it came out and it was very disappointing! :( My husband and I are very upset at how much was cut out and how much was changed! I don't even know if we would want to watch a sequel. The book is awesome though!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30JYCFXJO3QSX?ASIN=0439023521	I totally judged this book by its cover and title!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had no idea what to expect from this book.  My friends read it and recommended it and online reviews were good, but I was still on the fence about it.  Then the movie came out and the hype won me over.  I must say ... I was pleasantly surprised!  I ended up devouring the book in two days and immediately started reading the second book.  I like the characters and I like the story.  Easy read and a page-turner for sure.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1016L7AI7NAR2?ASIN=0439023521	Great escape!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was perfect, everything I love about reading. It brought me into this fantastic world of survival, friendship, love and self discovery. The story line was brilliant, easy to read and follow, and left me wanting more. Thank goodness there are two more! Even though a busy mom, this book only took a couple of days to read and was the perfect distraction. I recommend it to anyone looking for something fun to read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PIFED9O7GZSS?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is good because it is a really interesting story about the worst game in the world.  It is a story that keeps you hooked.  It is so good that I read this book in only one day!  I would recommend this book to a person who loves a good adventure or science fiction book, or just someone who enjoys a story about fighting for no apparent reason.  In conclusion, this is a really awesome book to read on a rainy day.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTXEB557NSX2H?ASIN=0439023521	a MUST read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Initially I had no real interest in reading this book - it's a bit out of my normal genre of books.  But everyone was talking about it so I thought why not?  So glad that I did!<br/><br/>This was one of those books that once you start reading it, you just can't put it down!  Certainly it's an easy read, but it is a fast-paced read.<br/><br/>I enjoyed it so much that I suggested that my husband and daughter read it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Q2VN4XWAM2S4?ASIN=0439023521	A must read!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I first found this book, I never expected what would happen. I read this book in about 1 day. I couldn't put it down! The way Collins writes this is so intreging. I promise, you will not be able to put it down! The way she weaves in romance, plus action kept me on my toes. It is so well writen, and even though it has a bit of blood and gore in it, you will never want to stop! my advice for you? READ THE BOOK!!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JFFHJ0XHZ9UN?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">An AMAZING book!  I had to make it through the first chapter or two before I knew I loved it (although the first two chapters were decent).  The book is simply amazing!  I couldn't put it down.  I read the 375 pages in 4 days, which is REALLY fast for me compared to the last 375 page book I read in 4 months!  Collins does a great job describing the characters and really makes you care about them.  HIGHLY recommended!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R208BDSI9OWMA4?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Gamws by Suzanne Collins	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I did not like the book.  I read it because it was selected by our book club.  My grandson saw the movies and he said it was written for the younger generation. The whole book was children killing children and people enjoying watching,betting on who would win, and making things harder or easier for them. Surely we have a better future that this.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RAWKFZLFO7K0V?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games 1	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">love the whole series  its great read for us older folks</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JKSUBIQE07DS?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Why do they miss so many important details in the movie?</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OWBIC0LLSBX4?ASIN=0439023521	Capturing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is five star all the way through.  The plot twists, complex characters, half explained things, and unbearable cliffhangers make this book( or your kindle tablet...) impossible to put down.  I read this in a day and a half, but without breaks it would be done in one.  I greatly recommend this to anyone who is tired or the stereotypical book where none of the good guys die and it has a completely happy half-ending.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24J59D3YHMGRP?ASIN=0439023521	"This is supposed to be a book for ""young adults"" ..."	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is supposed to be a book for ""young adults""  I'm long past that stage, but I found this book very, very engaging.  If you don't side with Katniss Everdeen by page 10 of the book, you need to have your pulse checked.  The book held my attention right to the end.  I guess the interesting feature is that the Katniss Everdeen of the book bears no resemblance physically to Jennifer Lawrence's Katniss Everdeen.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OC6HX0AER93N?ASIN=0439023521	A great story that suffers from lack of details	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Although I liked the story, I was expecting something a little sadder and something more vivid. The writing is good, but not very descriptive. I still really do not understand what many of the things in the book look like, such as the ships. Also I had a hard time trying to figure out if their city was made up of houses, or mud and straw huts, or ancient ruins? I liked the book, just wished there was more description.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKMQ45LO1U8G6?ASIN=0439023521	Yep. Finally Got Around to It	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I generally try to not read books that have films being adapted from them until after I've seen the movie because it is easier to be influenced from book to film than vice versa. that being said, this one still took me a while, but I'm glad I did. It's deeply well-written, with the first-person narrative being used well. it bogs down when it gets overly romantic in the final act but all in all I thoroughly enjoyed it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VGNU5BNYX1JL?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is  a wonderful book that is entertaining and exciting! Throughout the whole book I never wanted to stop. The romance the actions and the mood of this book is so great. The characters in the book are perfect starting from where they live to their conditions and how they take care of there families. I would  recommend this book to everyone no matter what age this is just a good book that everyone should read!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30QADCL8FBD0S?ASIN=0439023521	great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed reading this book it's a quick read, started a little slow, but soon picked up the pace. On more than one occasion I found myself reading into the wee hours of morning.  Its scary to think  the totalitarian could happen in this country.  It definitely makes you think.My friends who normally don't like fiction really liked it too.  My book club read it and out of 19 of us everyone gave it good reviews,</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5HCX30BFWOJQ?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome! I absolutly LOVED it! It took me awhile to get down to reading it, so the craze is gone now, but it was worth it! And, surprise, suprise, it wasn't what I expected it to be. Everyone was harping on the whole ""picked off one by one"" but that was the last thing on my mind. Which is good, cause I'm not a fan of those kind of things.<br/>But yeah, awesome book. Had me on the edge of my seat all the time!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RC8WP66ZF33M5?ASIN=0439023521	Okay - I'm sold	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I avoided this book because it was almost too popular, what with all the publicity of the book and the movie. However, when it went on sale I finally decided to take the plunge and give it a shot. Wow - could not get the next in the series fast enough when I finished this one. I""m now more than half way through ""Catching Fire"" and am looking forward to the next book as well. I'll be sad to finish them all.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CR1S9Z8Q08JC?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Once I started reading I was not able to put down this book.  I read all three books in this Trilogy.  The books are much better than the movie, with much more life and depth to the characters where you are able to feel and understand what motivates each one.  I found the book very original in its story with everything from drama, life issues, sadness, love and loads of unanticipated action.  A definite must read.....</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36F98WOS1HZ99?ASIN=0439023521	Enjoyed this series! Disappointed that I read through them so quickly.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read through the trilogy in just a few days, I found the books to be like an addictive drug. From the beginning I was sucked into the story, and captivated to learn what would happen next. After reading some other reviews of the series, I tend to believe that some people can suck the life out of anything. This series is definitely geared for young adults and up, it does have some violence and disturbing situations.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18YAZM75C0CRN?ASIN=0439023521	None	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I first read ths book year ago, it was only the second book in my 25 years of reading tha I could not put down. Truly -- I started reading it at 9pm and didn't finish until almost 2am -- and, I had class at 8! I admit that felt that Collins moved too fast during some scenes which would have benefitted from further insight into the characters. However, I am on my fourth reading of it, so maeof that what you will.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RBMWCNFM2FMS?ASIN=0439023521	Intense and Exciting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book didn't look like something I would enjoy initially, but once I got into it, I couldn't put it down. An intensely satisfying action adventure set in a post apocalyptic North America, with characters that are well fleshed out and worth caring about. By the time you get to the end you'll be wishing it wasn't over! Can't wait to read the second one...thankfully already out by the time I picked this first one up!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25Y9V7OA2TFWU?ASIN=0439023521	exciting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wasn't sure I was going to like this story, but my son read it and thought it was great so I thought I would give it a try. I found I was caught up in the characters and was on the edge to find out what would happen next. Its a story about the future of what could happen with the way the world is today. It really makes you think about how our government , how we waste resources and how much we just take for granted</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MJIN9SI9IY8K?ASIN=0439023521	Needs better focus	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well it's a fine book but you know what is going to happen since there are more books and a few other things(I will not mention to avoid spoilers) but it focuses on keeping you from realizing what will happen, even though it doesn't work. So I wish it focused on what was happening more then the out come for 70% of the book. But I did enjoy the book and it won't be disappointing and I might be bias but I read it fine.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6MB9HAZ726Q6?ASIN=0439023521	a bit heavy but good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed this book, but found it a bit heavy, if that makes sense. Being inside the head of the main character is usually where I like to read but I think this is one instance where I would have liked to see what an external narrator might have felt like. But can't fault Collins for that, she wrote an incredible story and it took off as it well should have. I'm way late to the game on this one but I do recommend it.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1T78KGWVJOJFR?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie when it was in theaters and enjoyed it, but hesitated to read the book because I thought it was more geared toward teens.  But with my kindle fire and prime, it was free so I gave it try.  I didn't realize how much I'd enjoy Collins' writing style.  Quick yet descriptive sentences.  The book reads fast with a suspenseful edge.  I'm looking forward to reading the rest of the trilogy (which isn't free).</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HO5OBHYZMNAB?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent book, easy read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book (and series) was a very easy, quick read and extremely entertaining. This book is enjoyable on an entertainment level, but it also offers a very intelligent and witty commentary on current issues such as government, poverty and reality entertainment. It was extremely well written with easy to relate to characters and a refreshing dose of unpredictability. I'd recommend for junior high through adult readers.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GZY8QYULHEAS?ASIN=0439023521	Could not put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I got this book for my son but ended up reading it first. I couldn't put it down. Then I couldn't wait to see the movie so I took him the next night. I cannot get the characters out of my head. There is so much to this book. Some parents are saying it is a scary death book but they know nothing about it then. It is very much a love story and a book about triumph. I want to see the movie again and read the book again.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UU0T0CI2WJ8O?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for the Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I belong to a book club and this was the March pick.  I must say it was not a book I would have picked out for myself but am glad Lissa made this our March read. I would recommend this to anyone who likes a quick moving story line and discriptions you can easliy picture as you are carried along with Katniss from the reaping to the champions return. After reading the first one I read the other 2 (which I also enjoyed.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21JTN2S8QHNR1?ASIN=0439023521	A book you can't put down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the best book I have read since Twilight that I wasn't able to put down. I enjoyed every minute of it and can't wait for the movie.  It reminds me of what N. Korea is like except its based out of The Apalachian Mountains.  Every character is twisted in their own way but not in ways you would predict.  I have read the whole series and look forward to starting them over, they got me through a very tough winter.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROUFAXD4EBEDG?ASIN=0439023521	an excellent read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">my younger sister actually told me to read this and at first i wasn't very interested. that only lasted until the first page. i was immediately engrossed in the story with the exciting new world and interesting characters. collins does a superb job making the herione come to life. katnis is a believable herione you can't  help but root for.  i would suggest this book to anyone who loves a good story of good vs. evil.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9BFV23RKPMTV?ASIN=0439023521	Pretty good.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the characters and the plot. I feel that the sentence structure wasn't very challenging and the words didn't vary enough. Although that may have been because Katniss wasn't smart in a spelling bee math test way, I train she could have used some synonyms here and there. Also, the book was quite literal. There weren't many analogies or similes. Overall, I find I loved the idea, just not the way it was written.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RCT3EU4LXQBZ?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you have watched the movie, you better read this! You have missed so many details that were not included in the movie. It's like you're also there with them waiting for your name not to be called during the reaping. You can feel the tension, the distress, the hate. The book clearly pictured out how scarce the food was back at District 12. The book can you offer you so much imagination you cant stop reading it! :)</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZTOLAYCR3FVJ?ASIN=0439023521	BEST BOOK EVER READ	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This has to be my all time favorite book. You just can't put down the book once you started it. Suzanne Collins has a way of writing, that for every end of almost every chapter, there is a cliff hanger. And it's so good that that you want to continue to the next chapter. IMPOSSIBLE TO PUT THE BOOK DOWN!! Plus, love the characters she created, you can relate to them easily. Overall, this is a highly recommended book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2F94EJZ4KA431?ASIN=0439023521	great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this book. So much so that I had to read the whole series right away. They are all quick and easy reads, but I feel like I could read them all over and over again. I like how it really makes you think about what is right and wrong, and understand this is not always so clear in war. I would recommend this series to anyone who wants and action and drama filled story that also makes them think further.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RG9QUK5IHEBND?ASIN=0439023521	So much more than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm not a reader at all. Matter of fact I probably haven't read a book in years and honestly was not even about to see this movie in fear of it being some teen fad like twilight. But, after I had been talked into seeing this movie I found myself actually desiring to read this book and I'm so glad I did because it gave you so much more than the movie. You get so much deeper in the relationships. Don't pass this up!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2V8M6LFAY5ID4?ASIN=0439023521	Enthralling!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I finally jumped on the band-wagon and purchased the Hunger Games. I first watched the movie and felt like I wanted more than I got from the film, so I turned to the book. It was wonderful! I read it in just a couple of days. I am waiting for the second film to come out so I can watch it and then read the second book. If I watch the movie first, I'm never let down :-)Looking forward to reading all three books soon!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KCXJ30Z32JXH?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games book Review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw Hunger Games at the movies first then read the book. I must say that I'm glad I saw the movie before reading because it gave me the visuals I needed to really enjoy the book. There were some differences but still great......so much so that I read the other two books as well. I don't read books that often......have to be in the mood for them but I read all 3 in less than a month. Thanks for the great adventure.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24BAFRHCIMEVN?ASIN=0439023521	Unanswered Questions	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A fast-paced, futuristic adventure story about teens being forced to fight like gladiators.  The action never stops and the story is full of romance, amazing technology and teenage angst.  The questions brought up by the premise are various.  Collins only hints at answers, which left me somewhat hollow at the end of the book.  But, the storytelling is still very good and will keep your interest from start to finish.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QN3XY4J20XCL?ASIN=0439023521	English Major Critiques Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Before the flame wars start, I just want to make clear that I'm reviewing this book as an adult considering literature for adults (great young-adult literature should be great for all ages). Also, although I am an English Major, I know I don't see everything clearly. Heck, most critics thought Moby-Dick was trash when it was published. So, I'm trying to call it as I see it, but I admit I have my blind spots like anyone. Here goes:<br/><br/>Writing Quality: 4/10.<br/>Frankly, I was disappointed in the writing quality here. This was my first encounter with Suzanne Collins, but I had higher expectations given the buzz this series has been getting. I'd put her writing in this novel roughly on par with Stephenie Meyer's Twilight. To her credit, she mostly keeps her prose simple, avoiding the worst of the silly frills that Meyer frequently used (smoldering eyes, anyone?). Still, there's no elegance to the simplicity, nothing like what you'd find in Gaiman's The Graveyard Book, and certainly not anything as subtle as what you'd find in Cormac McCarthy's post-apocalyptic masterpiece, The Road. And despite the blessed lack of silly frills, Collins still ends up offering useless details, as when Katniss thinks this bit: ""Concealed by a clump of bushes, I flatten out on my belly and slide under a two-foot stretch that's been loose for years. There are several other weak points in the fence, but this one is so close to home I almost always enter the woods here."" Okay, so the first sentence is fine. But in the next, we're offered little of significance about either the landscape or the character. Does it matter that it's close to home? And does she ever tell us why she might infrequently use gaps elsewhere? These are points that are unconnected to any plot-line. It may seem like a nit-picky example, but I think it highlights Collins' odd choice of using the present-tense, first-person point of view, and how it encourages filler and fluff for the sake of trying to display Katniss' voice. But the greatest distinction I can get from Katniss' voice is her tendency towards pessimism and the way she qualifies over-the-top statements with phrases like ""My mother was beautiful once, too. Or so they tell me,"" or ""He hates me. Or at least distrusts me."" Although McCarthy's The Road isn't written using the first person point of view, McCarthy uses a very simple, sometimes even terse prose style that would make a useful comparison to show where Collins doesn't quite rise to the challenge. And if you want some novels that really shine using the first person, take a look at Salinger's Catcher in the Rye or Twain's The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, for young-adult comparisons.<br/><br/>Depth of Concept: 3/10.<br/>A dystopian, post-apocalyptic future isn't exactly an original concept. Long before The Hunger Games we had Fahrenheit 451, Brave New World, and 1984, for instance, all novels that most people read before finishing high school. The Giver is a great example of a similar, award-winning novel that skews even younger than the audience for The Hunger Games. The lottery aspect of the novel seems blatantly lifted from Shirley Jackson's short story The Lottery, and scarce food, game-like fights-to-the-death (Mad Max Beyond Thunderdome, anyone?), and body modifications are staples of the genre. Ultimately, Collins' take on the typical set-pieces is enough to get the narrative moving, but doesn't add much that is original to the genre. And in contrast to iconic works like Fahrenheit 451, Brave New World, and 1984, there is no rebellious faction to counter the stupidity of the ruling power, and to serve as the insightful vehicle for the protagonist (and the reader) to observe the problems with the status quo. There is some fairly basic discussion of how oppressive the ruling power is, and how rough it is to be without food, but this story is much more about action than it is about critique, and you never hear of a single character who ever refused to follow the program concocted by the ruling power of Panem. Collins never talks about it, but the characters must be brainwashed. And when it comes to the action of the novel (two hundred pages of teens tracking and brutally killing each other), there's hardly any moral critique at all. At one point Katniss is enraged that someone has the audacity to kill her ally, but she doesn't think twice about returning the favor. This genre has produced some of the most beloved and award-winning classics of the twentieth (and twenty-first) century, but The Hunger Games is never going to be read in a classroom at any level as one of the better examples.<br/><br/>Rounded Characters: 3/10.<br/> A lot of the characters feel like they could be described by about two or three adjectives. Katniss: fierce, protective. Peeta: romantic, loyal. There's very little nuance to the characters, and though I eagerly hoped at one point that Collins was going to offer a ""triple agent"" character line to a certain character, he/she ended up being just as obvious as I feared he/she would be (I'm trying not to spoil). If we ever asked, ""who is this character, deep-down,"" I don't think we could ever really answer it for Katniss' younger sister Prim, or for her best friend Gale, or her mother, or her mentor Haymitch, and the list goes on. Katniss' internal monologue mostly goes to extremes: he hates me! He said that because he wants to trick me. To kill me! Her monologuing uncertainty is rarely very insightful or subtle, and often feels as though it's just padding until we get to another action point. And while on the surface Katniss seems fierce! protective!, her character is frankly not very interesting, nor does her character seem to change at all or come to any particularly significant insights. She merely endures pain, and comes out on top at the end. And at bizarre times, she's captivated by just how beautiful her stylists can make her, despite the way Collins seems to try to set her up as a character beyond that sort of vanity. I'm inclined to think that the first-person perspective contributed to the surface-level descriptions of characters, and it's too bad, since I think Collins could have done a better job with a more traditional third-person perspective that doesn't rely so much on the voice of the protagonist. Finally, I just gotta say that the ""romantic"" moments between Katniss and Peeta were just really obnoxious to me; in moments both when they were faking and when they were sincere, it just didn't feel real or interesting. And it got most irritating when Katniss inexplicably knew exactly what her mentor and the viewers at large wanted her to do in the games, based on the scantest of evidence.<br/><br/>Well-Developed World: 5/10.<br/> I wavered between a 4 and a 5 in this category. Collins briefly describes a new North America and the history behind the different districts, but probably the most notable aspects of the ""world-building"" comes in the form of realistic knowledge and application of medical facts (highly appropriate in a story where people have a habit of getting axes in their heads or getting blood poisoning from festering wounds). Then we also have the people and animals that Katniss comes across over the course of her journeys. We see ""mockingjays,"" birds that were genetically engineered as ""mutations"" to be spies and then abandoned to populate the world. We see the difference between the struggling cast-offs living in the vassal-like districts and the richness and eccentricities to be found in the capitol (strangely colored stylists who shave every inch of hair off of Katniss' body; apparent traitors as servants whose tongues have been cut out; flamboyant and ageless TV interviewers with Halloween hair and over-the-top costuming). But we never really get a sense of the average citizen of the capitol, just a few stylists, and we never really get a sense of what the capitol is like, or what any district is like beyond Katniss' own, only a sentence-long description of each. Even in Katniss' district, it's hard to get a sense of what life is like for the average person, and how far Katniss is from an ""average"" person. The land is not described very specifically; we know that there are mountains in Katniss' district, but it's hard to tell much else that is distinctive about the geography of Collins' world. Ultimately, though, this story seems to be more about the intensity of teens killing each other than about immersing us in a richly detailed world.<br/><br/>Page Turner: 8/10.<br/>The novel doesn't start out super fast, but by the time Katniss is chosen as a ""tribute,"" about 30 pages in, it picks up the pace.  Katniss trains for the arena for a while, and then once the actual games begin, it's hard to put the book down. The ""games"" part probably deserves a 9/10 for pacing. The thing is, I'm not sure how much of my engagement came from a place I'm proud of. The parts that really gripped me were the 200 or so pages in the middle of the novel where teenagers (as young as 12) are doing their darndest to kill each other in some pretty horrible ways. This book brings out the voyeur in me, the part of me that hates myself for checking the news online and immediately clicking on news stories that involve murders, freak decapitation, strange deaths, and sordid crimes. I think the main reason this is such a page-turner for most of the book is the novelty of young people going at each other with swords and spears; it's not because of any great writing or insights. But, whatever it says about me, it still hooked me. The story certainly slows down at the end once there aren't as many kids around to die.<br/><br/>Kept Me Thinking: 4/10.<br/>More than some (more than Twilight, I think), but I wouldn't really call this a ""thinking"" book. It's a book where teenagers train to kill each other, and then kill each other, rarely with any critique about why or whether they should. There's not the nuanced suggestion of depravity held in check by civilization that you'd find in William Golding's The Lord of the Flies, or the brilliant moral ambiguity present in Ursula K. LeGuin's short story, The Ones Who Walk Away from Omelas. Katniss' character never really has to make a hard decision or go against what is expected in Panem except for when she takes her sister's place as a tribute, and at a certain point at the end of the games (and even at the end, it turns out to not have been such a hard decision after all). Basically, her character does not question the status-quo of her world, when it seems to desperately need questioning. The most you get is akin to the moment when Katniss' friend Gale says, ""You know how to kill."" ""Not people,"" says Katniss. ""How different can it be, really?"" says Gale grimly. And that's pretty much Collins' answer. It's not that different, and Katniss doesn't end up thinking overly much about it. Katniss is always concerned about losing sponsors, and never about whether it's okay to kill someone else. That would be okay if Collins was using Katniss' amorality to make some sort of point . . . but it really seems as though Collins sidesteps any chance to use Katniss as a way to indict us for enjoying Katniss' lethality and lack of conscience.<br/>___________________________________________________<br/><br/>Overall Recommendation: 5/10.<br/>Maybe I should have made it a 4. This isn't a bad read, and it had me engaged, except for bits at the beginning and the end. But there are simply so many great options in this genre that I think are far superior intellectually, and not just the ones that are typical school-assigned reading list stuff. Scott Westerfeld, for instance, writes a lot of his young adult novels in post-apocalyptic or dystopian futures, and they are more thoughtful and better written (see Uglies and Peeps). Garth Nix has also produced some interesting twists in this genre (see Shade's Children and Sabriel). Collins' book would have kept me occupied on a plane ride or while I commute, but I think Megan Whalen Turner's description in Publishers Weekly puts it about right when she explains that The Hunger Games is more Death Race 2000 than 1984. And even Death Race 2000 offered some ""critique"" in the way it treated violence with such an over-the-top comic tone. I'd really like to hear how fans of the book think it differed from the Stone Cold Steve Austin vehicle, The Condemned. I'm just curious.<br/><br/>See my profile web page for an expanded review.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3788KFF2QNK17?ASIN=0439023521	There's no way this could happen... wait.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Let me preface this--I'd been hearing so much about this book, I felt like the last person to read it. But just in case...<br/><br/>What IS The Hunger Games, you ask?<br/><br/>Well, take Richard Connell's short story ""The Most Dangerous Game,"" mix it with Reality Television, throw in a tinge of romance, target it to the young adult audience, and out comes the first book in Suzanne Collins's post-apocalyptic trilogy.<br/><br/>THG is set in a time where western civilization is gone, and all that's left is a Roman Empire-style nation called Panem with a main Capitol surrounded by 12 districts. (There were 13 until #13 was destroyed by the Capitol for rebellion.)<br/><br/>Residents of the Capitol are very rich, well-fed and bored. So every year they hold a big, nationally televised, death match called ""The Hunger Games.""<br/><br/>The games are also used to reinforce the Capitol's power over the districts because each district is required to send two ""tributes"" to the games who must fight to the death--only one tribute out of all 24 is allowed to win (i.e., live).<br/><br/>Tributes are chosen via lottery where all the kids aged 12-18 have their names put in a drawing. Your chance of getting picked increases each year because the number of times your name is entered doubles every year.<br/><br/>And if you're poor, your chances of getting picked are even further increased because you can trade putting your name in the hat an additional time for food.<br/><br/>That brings us to the main character, 16 year-old Katniss Everdeen and her little family.<br/><br/>Katniss lost her father in a mine explosion when she was eleven, and she's been the sole supporter of her mom and her little sister Primrose (""Prim"") ever since. She's a hunter and she's smart, but she's also had to trade her name for food more than once, so the odds are against her.<br/><br/>Katniss has a hunting partner Gale, another impoverished fellow, who she's been hunting with since she was about 12. The two make a great team, and Collins hints at a romance between them. But they're very focused on their mission: finding food and taking care of their families. (Gale has three little brothers and no dad also.)<br/><br/>So here comes the lottery, and since she's 12, it's also Prim's first year to be in the draw. I won't spoil the drama for you, but ultimately Katniss is the female tribute for District 12. The male tribute is a baker's son named Peeta.<br/><br/>Peeta and Katniss have a history because after Katniss's father died, she almost starved to death until Peeta took a beating to give her two loaves of bread. They haven't really spoken since then--Peeta's from the privileged class--but neither of them have forgotten it.<br/><br/>Now's the part where I get honest.<br/><br/>All that takes place in the first chapter and a half. The next several chapters are focused on traveling to the Capitol, describing the Capitol, describing the food they eat, the clothes they wear, the interviews, the training... mer mer mer...<br/><br/>Then the games start and the first chapter of that part is spent on Katniss with no weapons, hiding and nearly dying of dehydration.<br/><br/>Now I know all that's ""tension building,"" and I also know I'm risking having tomatoes thrown at me by saying this, but at that point in the book I was BORED.<br/><br/>I lamented to a friend that I was starting to think I was the only nerd who didn't *get* The Hunger Games fever. Seriously. I was like ""When is something going to HAPPEN?""<br/><br/>And right then it did.<br/><br/>AND I've got to hand it to Collins. There's this Big Event during the games that's orchestrated by the Capitol because any time the games get ""boring"" the Gamemakers step in and make something happen.<br/><br/>Ouch! Did you see what she just did there? She made Me, the Reader, identify with the barbaric Capitol. My hat's off to her. Nicely done.<br/><br/>So back to the story, from there to the end, the book literally soars. That's how I lost a Saturday afternoon. You can't put it down.<br/><br/>Don't get me wrong, it's a tough read at times. Tears were on my cheeks more than once. Katniss is an excellent MC. She's a survivor and she's tough, but she's also relatable. And more than once she's put in the position of having to choose whether to protect or kill another tribute.<br/><br/>Her relationship with Peeta is also difficult. He's a sweet boy, and she owes him her life from when she nearly starved to death. But this is a death match, and she's determined to get back to her family.<br/><br/>The story is so well-executed and Collins covers all the bases. I can't think of a time while reading where I was like, ""There's no way that could happen.""<br/><br/>There is zero bad language (Moms) or ""adult situations,"" and while it's violent, the nice thing about book violence is you can control it by how much you choose to envision.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IOXL2GV7M9X6?ASIN=0439023521	Death As a Game	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is set in a nation rebuilt after disaster; for a long time the people of Panem struggled against hunger as they worked to regain their lives. The Twelve Districts of Panem eventually overcome their difficulties with the help of the government, but a price must be exacted in order for no one to forget how and why survival occurred: Once a year, every year, a boy and a girl between the ages of twelve and eighteen are chosen from each District to participate in The Hunger Games, where only one will survive.<br/><br/>Katniss has spent much of her life protecting her family after the death of her father, becoming an expert with a bow and arrow in order to bring in food and money for her mother and younger sister Prim. In the last year she's eligible for the Games, the unthinkable occurs: Prim's name is called. Katniss immediately volunteers in place of her sister and is sent away to the Capitol, along with the boy who has been chosen, in order to prepare for the ultimate killing game. Katniss and Peeta are from District Twelve, a District that's known only one winner in the last several years, and it's under his tutelage that the two must train. When Haymin, the mentor, discovers Peeta's crush on the harsh Katniss, he decides that will be their angle: star-crossed lovers having to compete against twenty two other ""tributes"" and finally, against one another. The Games are brutal, controlled by Gamemakers intent on ramping up the violence and misery in order to force the tributes to kill or be killed. Will Katniss and Peeta be able to survive until the end...and if they do, will either be able to kill the other in order to be declared the winner?<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is told in first person present tense by Katniss as she experiences her selection for the Games, her complete makeover in order to win sympathy from the national audience watching her every move, and her fight to stay alive and protect those she loves. At first I felt things were moving too slowly as we went through all the steps leading up to the Games, but as Katniss appears in the arena, I realized that all of the build-up was necessary in order for the audience to understand the transformation Katniss must experience. The utter brutality she faces as she attempts to simply stay alive is compelling reading; Katniss must decide what she's willing to do in order to survive. The idea that all of this is somehow ""entertainment"" for a nation is both disturbing and yet plausible, and the cold, calculated moves on the parts of the tributes are bone chilling. I wanted her to win desperately, but somehow find a way to outsmart the cruelness of the Games and I found myself feverishly turning pages in order to find out what was going to happen next.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is a glimpse into what we could become if we allow our baser instincts to take over, and it is peopled with children who are too easily lost in order to satisfy the sadistic whims of government and nation. Hopeful and bereft, you're going to be waiting on your doorstep for the next installment in this planned trilogy. I'll be right there with you.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2U35OPZZAK92V?ASIN=0439023521	Wow. Unbelievable novel.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is a young adult novel set in a dystopic future, where there is no more North America--only a place called Panem, with its gorgeous capitol and twelve outlying districts. Back in the day, the districts gathered together and rebelled against the capitol. The capitol defeated them soundly, even oblitering what used to be the 13th district.<br/><br/>Now, as part of the peace treaty terms, every year each district must draw the names of one boy and one girl, between the ages of 12 and 18, to participate in a yearly event called the Hunger Games--a fully televized, commercialized fight to the death held in a massive terrained arena, to see which person will be left standing. That person will be lavished with prized goodies and food, as will their district.<br/><br/>The heroine, Katniss, is horrified when her younger sister's name is drawn, so she steps forward to take her place as the female candidate (called ""tributes"") from district 12, which hasn't had a winner in thirty years. A skilled hunter used to living off the land, Katniss will use her skills and fight to hopefully survive the Hunger Games.<br/><br/>Okay, I admit, the cover didn't do too much for me at first (once you read the story, the symbolism makes perfect sense). I'd actually bought the book a couple of months ago and hadn't cracked it open yet. But I'd heard such praise for this story that I finally couldn't resist and started reading it on Monday night. And once I picked it up, it was magnetic. Compelling. Riveting.<br/><br/>Basically, un-put-downable.<br/><br/>The author is so deft at weaving a story that doesn't overwhelm you with tedious worldbuilding details or slow pacing, but is still rich and lush in vivid details that suck you in. And the story, the characters--where to start? I'm so tongue-tied, I don't even know how to gush properly. LOL. It's a love story. A mystery. An action tale of survival. A cautionary warning of the effects of war on children, on families.<br/><br/>I loved reading about the flawed heroine...she was tangible and fascinating. And the other main character in the story, a guy named Peeta who is the male tribute from district 12, is just as amazingly detailed. He's ambiguous, charming, and so realistic.<br/><br/>In the end, the best way to sum up my pleasure with this book is to say I wish I had enough money to buy a copy for everyone I know. This is one that will remain on my keeper shelf.<br/><br/>By the way, I'm happy to hear there's a sequel, because it ended with some unresolved issues. I can't wait to see what comes next!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJSO67HJUCOA9?ASIN=0439023521	So much better than the movie...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I started this book last month, and was so pleasantly surprised at the amount of detail in the book. Having watched the movie once in the theater, and then reading the book years later, I could not point out the differences between the two as I read.<br/><br/>The book is so much more...I ended up finishing the trilogy in a few nights. Katniss and her internal struggle is very mesmerizing! I recommend all 3 books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1G7T3LEJRZHTU?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was great and sad at times. It was a well written book. Suzaanne did a phenomenal job and is a overall an great  author.<br/> The book was sad. Especially when rue dies. Katniss and Peeta compete against other tributes and love. Katniss is a strong independent teenage girl who hopes to survive and win.<br/>  She won with Peeta and they became happily ever after together. I cant wait to read number two!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3035T23ZKV4RY?ASIN=0439023521	Wow	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My son pushed me to read this book, he devoured all three and then saved up for the movie.We have a rule in our house, read the book first then you can watch the movie, but I had been putting it off because I felt the book's where geared more toward teens , and they were. But wow ! It has been one of the most creative books I've read in a long while, with lots of twists and turns .I highly recommend this whole set.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32CDZ613BOKTL?ASIN=0439023521	Original, Thought provoking, Wonderful!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I heard about the premise of Hunger Games long before I read it and couldn't fathom why anyone would want to read such a thing. It remained on the best-seller's list for so long I had to finally try it out. It took reading the thing to finally understand. I fell in love with it almost instantly. I was captivated. If you're on the edge, give it a shot. Kat will steal your heart away and take you on one wild journey!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3N8D6H89PHG32?ASIN=0439023521	the Hunger Games Trilogy ordered from Amazon	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this trilogy after reading the first book, I ordered the second and third in the series.  I couldn't put them down.  I went to see the movie and was very glad that I had read the book even though I loved the movie. You can't beat having a Kindle especially when you finish a book late at night and want the next one right away. do your self a favor, block off some time and read these books you will love them.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20WHZS0AODJHK?ASIN=0439023521	This book just gets into your head	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This isn't the best written story I have read, Katniss is not a particularly sympathetic / relatable main character, and yet I could not put this book down. The Hunger Games has a way of getting into your head, it is an example of some very clever story telling that explores some very dark themes, and despite not being able to fully connect with the main character, you can still admire her skills and determination.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1AXED7Y92BNY2?ASIN=0439023521	Seriously Great Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book about a year ago on my Kindle and I must say I was hooked right from the beginning.  So much action, so much craziness, so addicting!  The characters are amazing.  So much to anticipate! I HIGHLY recommend this book as well as the 2nd book in the series, which I am reading now. This book was so engaging that I felt I was right in the arena with Peeta and Katniss!  I LOVED IT!  Please get this book!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3J9WDDXIT0ILL?ASIN=0439023521	"Another Book That Gets The Title ""Money Well Spent"""	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am glad I was introduced into the Hunger Games series; I loved this book! I had twenty dollars that was sitting in my giftcard account that was longing for me to get a new book. I asked my Aunt what series was interesting and she recommended the Hunger Games. So I bought the book because it was on sale. The story is interesting and hadme hooked. I lovedthe part with the snappin branches; it had soo much suspense.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FWUD99GAHHMV?ASIN=0439023521	amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Ok, I'll be the first to admit that I did not want to get into all this hype about a tween book....I kept thinking that this is another series like Twilight or something. I gave into it while I was on vacation, probably because it was only 5 bucks for the kindle version...this book is amazing!!! Easy read and you won't want to put it down!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QWZCOD53FKH?ASIN=0439023521	great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">where do I start?<br/>I loved this book...I loved the series<br/>and can I say I saw the movie first which left me with a ton of questions.<br/>Upon reading the book it all became clearer..<br/>Collins can certainly spin a tale that leaves one not wanting to live the life of that character but be that character all the same.<br/><br/>I was mad at myself for jumping on this train after the movie had come out.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHPIMPSMRYWUL?ASIN=0439023521	Impressive	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Put off reading this book for the longest time because I didn't like the premise- not a big fan of killing.  I was convinced to watch the movie which left me with a lot of questions.  I needed to read the book to have my questions answered.  I did really enjoy the book.  Catniss is a reluctant hero, she does what she does to survive.  I was impressed with her fortitude, mental toughness, and strength of character.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YJH6FPALPI6O?ASIN=0439023521	Best read it !!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you want a different book that is unlike any other book read this book it is about a girl l from the poorest district in panem and there is a reaping every year to show all the districts that the capitol is in charge and Katniss's little sister who is the youngest you can be in the reaping gets reaped and immediately she knows she will die so she vollenters for her and it goes on and it is the best!!!!!!!!!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DW90LF76H42U?ASIN=0439023521	Fun and quick. Fairly easy read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed reading the book more than watching the movie. The details were much more vivid than the movie. I don't want to compare the book to the movie so much because the movie is good too.<br/>The book was exciting. It was intense. It was real. The only part that could have used some work was the end. It just didn't go far enough as I think it should have. But I guess that leads me to want to read the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34HB9S6GVSCHS?ASIN=0439023521	Did my head in trying to read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The preview reaally sucks you in big time- I read it before buying the book and thought, yeah why not seems like an Ok story.<br/>And then I read it.<br/>After the first chapter the story goes downhill- no actually more of a dead drop straight down. The first person point of view tends to jump from past tense and then back to present all over the pages. The lovesick character of Peeta is immature and ridiculous.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1H7VS43I7KZ1B?ASIN=0439023521	Impressed	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I watched the movie but felt like there was so much that I was missing.  I wanted to know more about Peeta and Katniss' relationship and her relationship with Gale.  Movies are good for only showing the parts of a book they want to focus on.  I needed to get behind the scenes with these characters and I was able to.  I'm excited and look forward to finding out what happens now when they arrive back to District 12.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23PWT0UQR2CII?ASIN=0439023521	Satisfied with the Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed the action and adventure of the story. I was able to read it immediately on my Kindle and was pulled right into the story. It stands alone great! Or you can read on to find out how the adventure continues. I didn't understand why everyone was talking about this story but when the movie came out I decided to read it. I see the draw and ""pull"" of the story. There is a little something for everyone. Thanks!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SGBORPOMGU9A?ASIN=0439023521	Lives up to the hype!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the best book I have read in a long time!  I couldn't put it down, I had to know what happened next.  Definitely glad I waited until all 3 books were published to start this trilogy, because I finished it in 3 days there's no way I would have been able to stretch the suspense over a couple years.  Quick easy read, thoroughly enjoyed.  Don't be the only one that hasn't read The Hunger Games- order the book!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FRHPIGK04J85?ASIN=0439023521	Bet You can't read just one of the series!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">You are hooked from the first page... to the last, and before you finish.. you are buying the next two books in the series! This author has delivered the ultimate reading experience that makes the reader ""HUNGER"" for more!! I absolutely could not put down this book till I read the whole thing in one day. The Games.ZZZ  are riveting and the characters are so engaging that you are right there with them in the arena.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1EKDCG3XP2MEN?ASIN=0439023521	A good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Like so many things these days the book is a bit overhyped. It was however, entertaining and hard to put down. Katniss, the protagonist, is very sure of herself in some ways and yet very conflicted in others. It's interesting to see her try to figure herself out while the excitement of the games goes on.Don 't expect any intellectual comment on government or society, its just an interesting, and entertaining read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RVYCVBSWBTH0?ASIN=0439023521	WOW! Powerful, fun, fast, well done.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was amazing. I read it all night and even cried! What an amazing writer. It was very violent for a young audiance so I would recomend 14 and up and even then you might want to preview it yourself before your teen reads it. There was a nice romance between the charaters but it never went farther than a kiss whitch was great! I loved this book and will be reading the 2 as soon as I can get my hands on it.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TJQ1VUX96B7U?ASIN=0439023521	Very interesting read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of the things I truly enjoy about this novel is that Katniss, the heroine, is not a kind, flawless individual. She seems real, and she acknowledges that she is flawed. It is a very refreshing change from the common YA heroine who is small, delicate, and always smells like fresh daisies. The story itself is gripping and fascinating as well, as it does not take place more than a few hundred years in the future.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38GXOHRWV8TS6?ASIN=0439023521	Least we forget!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As WWll fades into history we forget what unbelievable hardships and pain our POWs went through as captives by an enemy who could have cared less. The Japanese were brought up and educated that to surrender was a sign of weakness and they believed it was their ""duty"" to inflict pain on the POWs and this book brings this point out<br/>clearly and personally with this ""hard to put down"" experience.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3B3B3V31HTREF?ASIN=0439023521	Brilliant, beautiful book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins has written an instant classic. The Hunger Games grabs the reader from the first page and never lets go. Even better are her rich, multifaceted characters who leap off the page. This fantasy novel is that unique gem which young female and young male readers can both relish. Quite honestly, the only thing better than the Hunger Games itself is the fact that is the first book of a fantastic trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XGF2WMRWBQ84?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As someone who saw the movie first (and liked it), this helps fill in the gaps about the characters' thoughts, motives, and feelings. Really enjoyed it. Already bought the other two books. Want to read them before the movies come out. More detailed and gruesome than the movie, but not too bad for Tweens and older. Gave 4 instead of five stars because perfection is hard to archive. We will see how the others rate!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KJ7027YFSNEJ?ASIN=0439023521	Great for all ages!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thoroughly enjoyed this book!  It may be for young adults but ""regular"" adults can enjoy it as well.  It was the story of 16 year old Katniss, who lives in a post-apocalyptic US where a new government rules and their laws are very different from ours.  I think the point on the author was to have us take a good look at how we live since in many cases we can be no different than many of the villains in this book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2K14D6GV4PCI3?ASIN=0439023521	Convert.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I held until it wasn't popular any more. Well after the release to DVD, and I really wasn't excited about.  The read started out slow and I thought I would set it down and forget it. I gave it a few more pages then ended up finishing the entire book in one day. Luckily I am sitting with a broken foot or I'd have no excuse. If you are holding out, give it a shot being it's free on Amazon for Prime account holders.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2EG3IPOESIZN8?ASIN=0439023521	Total inner conflict	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Katniss isn't your everyday girl. She acts like a parent but still has somewhat of a teenager's feelings. This naturally changes as her inner conflict starts to become more dominant in everything she does throughout the book. It was a survival instinct with teenager hormones mixed in slightly. For the reader age, it was great, but I do wish the ending was a bit better. That's why they have sequels, though, right?</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VOC242QVQ23J?ASIN=0439023521	Unusual format, but works!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I usually have a tough time reading in this format, that of ""first person-present tense"", but it worked for this story. I got through it easily, and enjoyed the plot! As the author of <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Legend-of-Vayrock-Volume-1/dp/1475227264"">The Legend of Vayrock (Volume 1)</a>,<a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Future-History-Volume-1/dp/147522642X"">Future History (Volume 1)</a>, and others, I usually write in ""3rd person, past tense"", but now, I may be trying out this style. Nothing wrong with experimenting!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQEOMRJJB3ICQ?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for more!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I started reading the book because I heard of the movie.....now I don't want to even see the movie!  I got lost in the series and really long to find out how Katniss and her family grow from here.  But I must say, being a military brat....I could totally relate to the constant moving around that military families do and how war affects the soldiers daily life during and after the war!....I hope there will be more</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2K8UEJIZTT7HA?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book. Couldn't put it down. It didn't even take me a day to finish.<br/>At first I wasn't sure it was a book I'd enjoy since it's more for young adults, however once I started reading I couldn't stop. The story catches you from page one and just keeps you going because you have to find out what happens next.<br/>Loved the characters, the setting, the whole story. A great read for anyone of any age.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7Q3UALVUEN28?ASIN=0439023521	A great trilogy.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book--the first of the three--is a great opening for the trilogy. It may not have been edited as closely as the others, there are a lot of errors, but the story is absolutely enthralling. It has everything one could want in a book: romance, murder, intrigue, mystique, and a corrupt dystopian society. This is ""The Running Man"" for young adults, and a great addition to any mature reader who loves a good story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRE0QEVLGZYH9?ASIN=0439023521	This book is so awwwwwwwwwwwwwwwesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is like the best book ever!!:) I think Suzanne Collins did a fabulous job writing this.I would encourage everyone to try this book. I think it has a bit of everything. Mystery,horror,romance,and other things,too. Once I started reading this I just couldn't put it down. Katniss has to make impossible choices to survive the hunger games. I you ask me,this would have to be my absolute favorite book ever!!!!!;)</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23GA4RN10VY24?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I downloaded this book on the advice of my 17 yr old grandaughter. She had already read the series and still requested the hard cover 3 book set for a Christmas gift.  I thoroughly enjoyed it and quickly downloaded Catching Fire and Mockingjay. Great series which held my interest throughout the 3 books. I found Katniss to be a very caring young lady with excellent survival skills. I highly recommend this series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LR1MJEEWZSXD?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is, without a doubt,  a very gripping book with such a wonderful display of events and emotions. Everything planned in the making of this book is layed out carefully, almost flawlessly. So creative, so dark. It was written well.<br/>However, I feel as if something is lacking from making The Hunger Games an exceptional, incredible book.<br/>It is a very great read though and I enjoyed it a lot.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QAE8YN6C7XQA?ASIN=0439023521	I Love this book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">OMG! I love this book! I actually wish that the movie was a little more like the book! The book was so moving. It had so much feeling inside it! It described so much in such great detail! I can't stop thinking about it now! If you have doubts about this book, just go with me and buy it! The way that Suzanne Collins left this book left me hanging and now I am so going to buy the next book when I get enough money!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KF7CJY5R6ASJ?ASIN=0439023521	The greatest book I have read in a long time	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow, what a great book!<br/>The Hunger Games gets a five star review from me because it is very rare for a book to keep me enthralled non stop for days. It is nearly impossible to find a place where you can stop reading to go do whatever it is you need to do because it has you on the edge of your seat until the end.<br/><br/>I recommend this book to anyone who likes action, suspense and even a little romance.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Z1K3VZ0Q6EO8?ASIN=0439023521	After a long time a book that woke me up in the middle on the night	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've heard a lot about the ""Hunger games"" book. It stayed in my Kindle though too long before I started to read it.<br/>As soon as I begun I couldn't let the book down.<br/><br/>The story is well written, strong enough to keep you addicted to the book.<br/>I even woke in the middle of the night to keep on reading.<br/><br/>As I finished I bought the next book in the series and hopefully it will be as good.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Y3YY5EO2E1SZ?ASIN=0439023521	Im hooked!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I started reading the trilogy because of all the media coverage and the release of the movie. Then a friend (who never reads) said she had read the first book in one night. I had to get it. Even though its a young adult novel, at the age of 49 I found it compelling and hard to put down.Like Lord Of The Rings I found myself totally memsmerized by the world and loved the depth and bredth of characters. A must read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SSZE1CF0T5XI?ASIN=0439023521	Addictive	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I stayed up past midnight just to see what happened.  BUT the book is not just a page turner:  the characters are three-dimensional and the ethical choices they face are thought-provoking.  I suggest reading the book before seeing the movie - as the movie glosses over important events that shape the characters.  An excellent choice for teens, seniors, and in-between - one the entire family can enjoy and discuss.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MFFV9241YF0F?ASIN=0439023521	Captivating, raw, and thought-provoking	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought the book on Friday night, and read the last page on Saturday morning. This was an enthralling read. Well-written, and full of meaningful characters, the book goes beyond the traditional dystopian style and presents a very real world.<br/><br/>I highly recommend this book so long as you are not faint of heart: the violent and cruel world--much like our own--in which it is based is at times painful to experience.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YIVD308FMXD3?ASIN=0439023521	First Time Reader	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Just bought my Kindle and this was the first title I downloaded.  I had not heard of the author or the book before.  I was delighted with it.  The style is simple, uncomplicated and would be an ideal book for a vacation. It is not too deep and is probably aimed at teenagers but having left my teens behind a long time ago, I sill enjoyed it.<br/><br/>I have ordered the second title in the series and look forward to it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RO1LRH6E1JG0S?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Still one of my favorite book series ever. So original.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16YJ6EE27Z2IU?ASIN=0439023521	LOVE this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">LOVE this book! I read the whole trilogy in just a few days. This book transforms you in to another idyllic world much like the famous Harry Potter or Twilight and is one of those books that as you are reading you are saying to yourself how ridiculous the premise is, but you just can't put it down. the characters are riveting and relatable and the story of love and loyalty warms your heart. I highly suggest it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QWCM1MVQOHN4?ASIN=0439023521	Good for YA.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Obviously this is not the type of literature for people looking for ""deep, meaningful and intense reading"" type of book. As far as Young Adult's category goes, this one is very good. Remember: read it as if you were a YA reader and you will love it. The only reason I I didn't give it 5 stars is because I'm yet to master the technique of ignoring the YA genre sometimes, haha. I tend to judge it too hard.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36RGKPTEZIZ9O?ASIN=0439023521	There is a reason everyone loves this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As an adult, the idea of this book at first kept me from reading it.  But, the author is fantastic and really draws the reader in.  I also appreciate a novel that presents love in a naive form instead of what we are used to from the media today.  The author really captures teenage feelings in a way an adult can appreciate.  This novel is for the mature reader due to the subject matter, but fine for older teens.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHDA3NMHBFUYE?ASIN=0439023521	Astoundingly good!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Rarely does a book grip my imagination so much that I stay up late two nights in a row to read it. This one did just that. The first person narrative is both heart warming and chilling as Katniss describes her life before and during the Hunger Games. I immediately bought the two remaining books in the trilogy I intend to start reading Catching Fire today.<br/>If you have not read this, I heartily recommend it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2F44MQU0J2NNZ?ASIN=0439023521	Very well written.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The story telling from the point of Katniss was excellent. It was like I right there with her, feeling what she was feeling, thinking what was thinking. The evening I read the the chapters the included the night and the morning before the games I couldn't sleep afterwards. Her emotions became my emotions and I couldn't help wonder how I would handle that situation. Very rarely does a book get so deep inside me.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WSW1FY0TQ34P?ASIN=0439023521	Pleasantly surprised	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">For quite some time my daughter has encouraged me to read this book.  Because was not an avid reader she finally got me to see the movie.  Which I enjoyed.  It was not until recently that decided to read books. When I came across the free sample on my kindle it caught my attention so I borrowed it from the digital library.  It is written in a way that keeps you wanting more and now I must watch the movie again.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VG2X8C4V2DH0?ASIN=0439023521	More than I expected	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I decided to read the book it was after watching the movie.  I don't typically watch the movie first but I was intrigued by the move and didn't want to wait for the second movie.  The book is so different from the movie.  I know the book is always better but usually the movie ruins the book for me.  This was not the case with Hunger Games.  I knew how the story ended but I still couldn't put the book down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYH83GV5V3ZAS?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is a good story and a real page-turner. The only complaint I'd have is the lack of 'history' that might explain how this government formed and how long it had been in existence before the ""uprising."" Still, I'd definately recommend it for any ages above 14. That way whole families might enjoy it and possible discussions on the 'have's and have not's' plus many other topics broached in the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GL1F1KIRFH6Q?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games a definite read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is definitely a must read.  I have enjoyed reading this book from start to finish.  I was impressed with the authors ability to capture and keep your attention throughout the book.  It is definetly a hard book to put down.  I read all sorts of novels but when it comes to teen novels I am very skeptical.  I have definetly enjoyed reading this book and look foward to read the rest of the trilogy.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NOLG775W2SYD?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is AMAZING! I was so interested, I read it in one day. Suzanne Collins, is a twisted, sick, and amazingly addictive and talented author. Be aware though, that with all the addiction and excitement this book holds, it is not suitable for all readers, and can be very disturbing. In a not very detailed nutshell, a story of a 16 year old girl's fight for survival in the most dangerous game in the world.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPO94B67UHBMU?ASIN=0439023521	Keeping up with the Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I must admit I was surprised by this book. I was expecting something similar to the movie, but this was much more interesting. The movie did a good representation of the major events of each chapter, but I was excited to see that the book had much more to offer. I am glad I read it. It kept me reading and interested all the way to the end. Thanks Ms. Collins for making it an easy read and interesting for us...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38M2HEQFHZ8N8?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you like a fast-paced action, The Hunger Games is for you. Suzanne Collins had me thinking I was reading Louis L'amour. I especially enjoyed the characters of Katniss, Peeta along with the futuristic setting. Also, I like the idea of a trilogy so that the ""unfinished business "" of The Hunger Games can be addressed in the next two books. I'm sure ""the odds will be ever in the reader's favor.""</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20QMDQWPBZ4KV?ASIN=0439023521	It's obsessing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a bit inappropriate,and many killings,but mostly it was a love story between the main character and the random boy,peeta,who become in love.Finally at the end,after the battle to the death is done,Katniss and peeta live,suddenly they want to ""go"" together,or ""stay"" together,so they nearly double suicide themselves.It was an an amazing book,I highly recommend it!Don't forget Catching Fire and Mockingjay!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3P324G7VA9DLC?ASIN=0439023521	Great read, well paced	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I can see why this became a movie.  It certainly has all the elements one would expect from an action/thriller/scifi movie.  A lone heroine fighting for survival with the odds stacked against her in an unwelcoming and highly controlled environment.  The game element adds a sinister touch and touches on society's penchant for reality shows. Except that this is a reality show on a grand and very dangerous scale.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3V4FQVUBMZ9N7?ASIN=0439023521	BEST BOOK EVER!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I chose this rating because I watched the movie 1st then I read the book and I thought that I would like the movie better....... I was so wrong!!!!!<br/>The thing that I disliked about this book is really nothing except for the<br/>Fact that I NEVER wanted to put the book down when I started reading! I recommend this book to anyone whe likes exciding book that grab your attention! Have fun reading it!!!!! :)</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1V7CNYM8MFWPZ?ASIN=0439023521	Second reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the second time for reading Hunger Games. The first time I read it with my daughter. This time it was for me.  It is an awesome book that never slows down. Poor Katniss, the pain she goes through from having to grow up too fast in a cruel world. Peers whose innocence is just refreshing. I just love Eddie, Haymitch,and Cinna.  I have recommended this book so many times. Will probably even read it again.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TITBD4S1X63X?ASIN=0439023521	Great start to a series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't think I would enjoy the Hunger Games anywhere near as much as I did. I had trouble getting on board with the first person point of view. I didn't really like the main character. I didn't think that Gale and Katniss' relationship was likely to have been so platonic. In fact I was looking for reasons not to like the book, but low and behold I got caught up in it and ended up enjoying the crap out of it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DZMX4KCERIOC?ASIN=0439023521	One of the Best	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My daughter recommended the Hunger Games series, and it was a great suggestion.  I literally read all day and all night until I finished the book.<br/>Not only are the lead characters  well drawn and appealing...but minor characters, the dresser, people in the Games who are quickly eliminated...and<br/>those who are there till almost the end.  You will remember these people for the rest of your reading life.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Y64G5LIY49H?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wasn't sure about this book when I purchased it but I am glad I did. This book is excellent, great symbolism. I was engrossed in the book from the beginning. I immediately ordered the other two books of the trilogy; ""Catching Fire"" and ""The Mockingjay"". I am in the middle of the final book now and hate to know that when I finish it that it will be over. The entire triology would make for an excellent movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Y1FSJCZFVPYR?ASIN=0439023521	Could hardly put this down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is really a good book.  I love to have a book that I cannot wait to get back to.  This is one of them. I really cannot believe this is a ""young adult"" book because I'm over 50 and can't say enough good about it. I just finished it and am looking forward to tonight when I can start book 2.  Fast paced with suspense, sadness, humor and great dialogue.  If you like sifi or fantasy, you won't be disappointed.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1A4LNAZUHB41I?ASIN=0439023521	A top shelf book for all age groups	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Immensely well written and very readable.  Often times these two things do not go together.  Yet, this book is on the mark in so many ways.  Such a precise and immensely visual book for the reader.<br/><br/>To be consistent with the succinct book itself, I trust the three sentences above give a perspective from a  family of three, who all read the work.  Double bonus for having a female heroine!!<br/><br/>Happy reading!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2EOPAVC56ER20?ASIN=0439023521	Very good Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Without a doubt this is a great book with an unusual story-line.  I am in my late twenties and enjoyed the contents of this book and have recommended to several of my friends.  The author is does a great job telling the story and you honestly are left wondering what is going to happen, how can she possibly stay alive in the Hunger Game?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RV93W0DDQS8X0?ASIN=0439023521	an altogether good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This novel had to be in my opinion one of the best books i have read. It has a catchy plot to keep the reader interested and it is just a good book to read. In the book there actual is a little romance in the mix between the man character and Peeta and Gale. This novel is the perfect read for anyone that would like a good action novel. I would say that this book is for teens because of the action and romance.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZJ00C60PTEBX?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My wife suggested I read this after she did. I haven't read a book in quite a few years but this grabs your attention and keeps it through the entire book. It's not a hard read by any means but an enjoyable. I read half of it in one sitting on my flight from Detroit to Mexico city. Finished it two days later. I will be finishing the series for sure and the book reminded me on how much I used to enjoy reading!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R68HKR9WVF6SA?ASIN=0439023521	Left me starving for more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a good read. I think of it as a weird futuristic view of the book ""Night"", with a love story that is in almost every teen book. I refuse to read the rest of the trilogy because I am sure it will come to a sad ending due to her over-attachment to characters and by the way it reads...like it is setting you up for a dramatic fall, or in this case a good cry. However, this book is very good, and humbling.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R180LW5WSQS0NX?ASIN=0439023521	............	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a good book, I enjoyed reading it. I would recommend thisbook to friends, family, or other people. Although some people complain about this series, saying it had run on sentences and was hard to keep up with. I had no problem keepng up with this series or reading this series. Plus you do not read books for grammatical correctness you read them for the story and I believe this series had a good story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KL9XIAQDVLD4?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I first started reading this I wasn't sure if I was going to be able to get into it, after all I only bought it because I heard so much hype about it. Two chapters in I almost quit, but after the third chapter I was hooked. Finished it in one day. Loved it and can't wait to start book 2. The authors imagination is amazing beyond belief it was like I was there, I was able to picture everything so vividly.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37IB9HWC34IB8?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent book - by far the best of the trilogy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As an adult, I wondered if I would like a book potentially aimed at a younger audience, but I wanted to know what all the fuss was about so I decided to read it.  I wasn't disappointed!  The story line is one of a kind, and it's well written.  Collins does a great job painting pictures in your mind so you connect with the characters.  I wouldn't allow young kids to read it, but Jr. High and up would enjoy it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LQUQQQFFVWTM?ASIN=0439023521	Very Entertaining!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't stop reading The Hunger Games once I started! Suzanne Collins is a truly gifted author, full of orinignality. She has made every page detailed and vivid, and puts an interesting twist at the end of almost every chapter; fueling the readers eagerness to keep reading. Immediately after reading her first book I bought the second, then the third. It is a great series and will not disappoint any reader!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30K990XNDBET?ASIN=0439023521	Interesting, but it should never happen.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am not a young adult reader, but a much older reader.  Certainly the premise of this book would never come to be (hopefully), but the story is well told along with the character's personalities.  Perhaps one day I may read the other 2 in the series to see how Ms. Collins works this all out.  But with this book, sadly, it is fairly easy to forecast the ending for anyone mature enough to ""get"" the story line.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLRWDQO4BCS1W?ASIN=0439023521	Good story, easy read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read all three of these books. I thought the first two were really good but the third was a little slow for me. I have not read any of the other books that people have compared this to so I don't know how similar it is to those. The writing is definitely aimed at the young adult crowd. It reminded me a little of Twilight. I though it was a good story and the author did a good job with character development.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIID69ZW2IN23?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great book. I'm not a great reader so it takes a good book to keep me interested. This one kept me interested from page one. Do yourself a favor and read the book and forget watching the movie. The movie doesn't do it any justice. I started the book got about 3/4 way thru it then went to see the movie then finished the book. I should have saved the money I spent on the movie to buy the second book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AL89U2462USL?ASIN=0439023521	Surprised me.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After the hype and the target demographic, as a virile 40 something male I didn't hold a lot of hope out for this. Curiosity won over and I'm rather glad it did. Well paced and interesting take on the future of the human condition. I didn't feel much in the way of sympathy for the lead, but I doubt she'd thank me if I did so it all just seems to work.<br/><br/>Certainly makes the trilogy worth exploration.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RM4IIJ9BAASB1?ASIN=0439023521	I'm so freaking happy!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had bought a paper back edition from a big name book store for twice the price and lent it to a friend... it got destroyed (being paperback in the hands of a mad woman lol). So I was very pleased to find this hardback edition for half the price!! I love hard back books and am grateful to find it so cheap and shipping efficient. If I didn't already have the other books, I'd certainly shop with Amazon first.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GR6TPEFUPAQ8?ASIN=0439023521	Brutal, but engaging	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Saw the movie first, and got the book from a friend.  Both movie and book are very good.  I would have given 5 stars, but it kind of reminds me of Lord of Flies.<br/><br/>This is an intense book.  Love the main characters and how they survive in contrast environments, from the village to the city.  The depth of the book is profound.<br/><br/>Look forward to reading the second book before the next movie.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PLHP744WJFU5?ASIN=0439023521	read it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Chilling, dark, and powerful. It has the emotional inensity of Lord of the Flies or Brave New World. The characters are elegantly portrayed and purposeful. The Hunger Games is believeable, vastly creative, and original. You will dream about it. You will live and breathe in the world of Panem. And, most frighteningly, you will discover that the residents of that dystopia are simply a reflection of ourselves.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SJEFHVG8Q5DE?ASIN=0439023521	Real, but too real	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is very well written, and I read it all the way through. The author writes about children, but writes them in such a way that they become less childlike and more like adults. I think this is why these books are so wildly popular. I cannot get past the hate, and the killing of innocent children that these books are about. I have children, and I cannot imagine a world where they would be threatened.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3N4U2SSZM0ZF1?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games I	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great book &amp; yes a great movie!!!  My 14 year old hates to read however, her school started reading this book for an assignment together.  She missed a day or two &amp; demanded I purchase the book so she could catch up.  For a child that hates to read anything &amp; never picks up anything on her own, she REQUESTED this book which tells me it's engaging!  I plan on purchasing the other two books as well.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2R3CYOPXIA979?ASIN=0439023521	Not just for kids	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved this book and the rest of the series.  Found out after I'd read them all they they are geared for and marketed toward kids.  I'm glad I didn't know that prior to reading them because it may have discouraged me and I truly enjoyed them.  They were well written and thoughtful.  Character development, suspense, and the full gambit of emotions was there for the taking.  Highly recommend this series to all</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KIXWPQ3MEWYM?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a deeply enthralling book. It's been a while since I've read a book this good. I would recommend this book for a high school or college-age crowd (I'm 22) because it's a pretty dark book and it definitely made me cry at one particular point in the story, but mostly you'll be absorbed with the action-packed story line. I'm planning on reading the book again before it comes out in theaters this March.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNOC29GO418G5?ASIN=0439023521	Truly worthwhile	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is one of the rare instances I'm glad I caved into the hype and read the Hunger Games trilogy. The first book of the series was an engaging page-turner that I couldn't set down! I have never taken to this genre before but I found this book completely entertaining and fascinating. I finished all three books in a week and only a few days later, I'm resisting the urge to start reading them all over again.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLVR7VUTNRHXJ?ASIN=0439023521	Book is better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I seen the movie before reading the book. After watching the movie I decided to read the book because I had questions after seeing certain events that occurred in the movie. Overall the book explained so much more. The movie left out pertinent information I'm really frustrated with the movie! In the end, read the book it's better! Skip the movie it will only make you mad! See the movie for Josh Hutcherson!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BEGLE1Y8EN5G?ASIN=0439023521	The pages turn	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is a world best seller and it is not hard to see why.  There is little in the narrative which is original and one could cite a whole range of distopian novels and films as inspiration but one also has to acknowledge the skill with which the story is related for the young adult reader ship.  The scene has been set for the following novels in the series and you never know I might actually buy them!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RT8IF53UYJEGV?ASIN=0439023521	Makes you want to read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a very well written book that young adults and adults alike will enjoy. The topic is hard to think about, but that is the point. This book really makes you stop and think about why we do the things we do and that we need to think decisions through as they can affect the future as well as the present. Suzanne Collins writes in such a way that it is very hard to put the book down once you have begun!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19CR6VT0MP51D?ASIN=0439023521	A gloomy tomorrow, but bravery shines!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is a terrific premise, and the movie did justice to the book. The dystopian society of tomorrow wherein we have our young people murdering one another in an annual gauntlet is frightening, and our protagonists do the best they can to stay alive and human. I like the voice utilized in our young heroine, Kariss; vulnerable and believable, and just a touch cynical. Five stars for Ms. Collins.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGJKZHOADHUCA?ASIN=0439023521	Love them all	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is just the first book of what became, my favorite book series!<br/>I have never cared too much for fiction reading, but these books just had me hooked from the get-go!<br/>It has a little bit of everything: action, drama (a bit more of this but still GREAT), love, a message, if you care to open your mind and understand it, and a story that will leave you wishing there were more than 3 books on this series!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26G5XZ289KSIM?ASIN=0439023521	wow.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I heard everyone talking about this book and how much they loved it. I just wasn't really interested, I thought it sounded kind of stupid. But my sister talked me into trying it. So I read the first book and three days later finished the whole series. Take it from a very wary and skepital reader... this book is so good. Amazing. I couldn't put it down. There is action and romance. Definitely worth reading.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NCNTYMOGCMI8?ASIN=0439023521	A Superb Discovery	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Considering all the reviews I will make this very simple if you are considering to buy this nor not. Remember the first time you read Ender's Game? Well if you want to experience that kind of excitement and great storytelling, then buy and read this ASAP. Yes its one of those diamonds that you can't put down once you begin reading and then hurry off to buy the sequels. Great job Suzanne, a masterful story!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RDIU5S817I7R?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could NOT stop reading this book... I basically sat down and read it cover to cover. This dystopian tale is amazing, and pretty believable! I could totally see everything that was going on in the story in my head. FANTASTIC! I recommend it to anyone to likes anything, because me and my mom have very different tastes in books, but she loves it. It's the kind of book you just fall in love with from page 1.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWO27OSSKHEXN?ASIN=0439023521	Love this book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I watched the movie first, but now I have read this, for a second time, and  I just love this series. The love story is told so well and is so much more evident in the book. The author does very well illustrating all of the emotion and the relationships with her words. This is just a great book! I can't wait to read the next 2 again. There is so much detail included,I pick up on more and more. Great read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYFHGIDH6RYAT?ASIN=0439023521	A very compelling read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very action packed, fast moving read.  Fantasy novels take the readers on adventures allowing visualization that is unique for each reader.  The characters represent good and/or evil brilliantly.<br/>This book seems to be targeted at young adults as well as those of us steeped in the traditional sci-fi genre...and,done so well that I am now embarking on the 2nd book in th trilogy with great anticipation!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39FFTN9ULW776?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games Review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Although I was definitely a latecomer in terms of reading this highly regarded novel, I still found it to be exhilarating and an overall, fun and easy read.  I definitely would have appreciated a bit more detail in terms of the plot and character development, but the way it was written is suitable to a larger audience.  I would definitely recommend this novel for anyone who enjoys a good adventure series.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RZCPF5FHMJYB?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed reading this series. I was on the edge of my seat throughout the entire book. I like the fact the author didn't go overboard on details, allowing me to use my imagination instead of boring me with every little insignificant aspect of the the surroundings. I good writer can be thorough without the reader realizing how much and i think Suzanne Collins really nailed it on this one. Thanks!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R342DYW7FE9XP3?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have to admit the concept of the book is beyond frightening...the fact that 24 kids have to fight each other to the death each year for a few people's gitty pleasure is really beyond words. But wow, Suzanne Collins pulls you in instantly. You are right there with Katniss with every move she makes - you can feel her pain, her anger, her fight...it's crazy. I'm sure one day I will pick this book up again.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3G02ZFF5QI057?ASIN=0439023521	Yes, it is that good.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've heard rave reviews about The Hunger Games and now I am writing my own. I picked up this book with high expectations and I wasn't disappointed. Katniss is a likable protagonist--tough, loyal and flawed. I could identify with her relationship with her younger sister, her fierce protectiveness.<br/><br/>I don't think that there was a dull moment in this novel. Luckily, I already have my hands on the sequel.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Z359KF34D25R?ASIN=0439023521	Whall,Love it.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It took me a while to write it review. It took me awhile to want to admit that I was entertained, was inspired by Katnisis, or worst of all, this series has merit. It does. It's better than the movie I was forced to watch. But more importantly, in the same world where the Kardashian exist, so does Katnis. Though she is technically fictional, I know which teen I want the young women in my life to emulate.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FOOTX8N636PU?ASIN=0439023521	You don't even know.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you think that watching the movie will be enough, you couldn't be more wrong. There is more action, romance, and surprises than ever seen in the movie. I could spoil it now but, it's a must read! I like the ebook it has a good amount of extra information at the end. I had to read this for a report but I finished it weeks ahead of the due date and almost finished the second book by the time it was due.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VVR6X5BLR0VT?ASIN=0439023521	It's okay, but very bland and juvenile	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">These books had so much hype around them that I had to try it out. Unfortunately, I was unable to even find a way to connect with Katniss' character at all because she's simply boring. No unpredictability, just another heroine with skills above the rest. It may very well prove to be an exciting story to the younger generation, but it just reads like so many other books before it that it lacks that spark.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HXYLNSATR2DS?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was the first book I have read on my new Kindle Fire HD.  It was a very enjoyable quickly read sci_fi story .  It brought to mind The Lottery , Lord Of The Flies, as well as sci_fi stories concerning governmental oppression, survival in harsh and dangerous environments and forced gladiatorial combat.<br/>  I enjoyed this novel enough that I have already purchase the other two books of this trilogy.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3Q5696U0GB599?ASIN=0439023521	HUNGER GAMES MORE LIKE LOVE GAMES.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love, love, love this book. I could not stop reading this book,I even seen the movie twice. I have to say tho;that the book had more details that made parts of the movie more clear. My fave seen in the book, is when Kat finds Peter and she has to give him a bath near the lake, omg I was dieing, I am so made they did not put that in the moive. A true must buy for a book fan. The age of Twilight is over.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KG5ZDBWUNPQ1?ASIN=0439023521	An exciting read - looking forward to the movie...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As a mother, I found the concept of The Hunger Games disturbing, but I did read it and like many others, found it to be exciting and different.  The book was a fast read and a great love story - one that successfully captures the emotions of a teenager who is thrown into a world where she has to grow up fast.  I loved the shocking ending to the games.<br/><br/>J.R. Reardon, author of ADVICE AND CONSENT</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1W7EIQDI8SC77?ASIN=0439023521	A very good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was recommended to me by a friend, and she was right about it holding your attention. Suzanne Collins crafts this story so you can't wait to see what comes next. Once you finish this first book, you are hooked for the rest of the series - all of which are very good. This book is not just for teens, and while they are the target audience, it makes this book easy to read but no less entertaining.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1EB9LMGJLFV9U?ASIN=0439023521	Best Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was great. The book had good action &amp; drama.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2H2K939SQ0IIE?ASIN=0439023521	While I dislike the premise of the book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">While I dislike the premise of the book, I find it entirely too plausible that humankind would decide that putting our children in an arena to fight to the death would be a suitable punishment for rebellion, as well as good entertainment.<br/><br/>This book has kept me enthralled from the first chapter and while I can't envisage a happily ever after for these characters, I can't wait to start Book II.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUL05WP08P9WW?ASIN=0439023521	A good fantasy story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Altho written for a younger audience, I do enjoy a good fantasy story and ""The Hunger Games"" is such a story. I like that the story can start interesting discussions with my Jr. High/ High School students about the abuses of power and what people can be driven to do when they have no other recourse.  It is also a good story to point out how fiction can mirror what is going on in our world today.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31HATQI37VVAZ?ASIN=0439023521	Favorite	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Second time I read the book, the other two I've read twice as well. I simply love everything about the series, Catching Fire is my favorite book of the three, so I strongly suggest you read it right after this one. The only problem would be finishing the series quickly, it goes both ways because even though it's great it sucks to know it's over. At least we have the movies to look forward to right? Haha</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R213OLGOCXMHYJ?ASIN=0439023521	Blown Away	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Once I finally picked up this first book, I couldn't put it down and immediately purchased the other two in the trilogy upon completing this one.  The book is well written, and the characters are engaging - as you read, you feel sort of involved, and you just want to know what happens to the characters (whichever one may be your favorite).  Before you know it, all three books are read and you want more!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15G6R0586IK8M?ASIN=0439023521	what have I missed?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had no interest in the hunger games film advertised and no idea it was from a book! A few people recommended I read it so when browsing I thought I'd give it a try! Wow!! Amazing story, well written,drew me in from the first chapter! Not put it down since! About to download the next one and getting the Dvd on release!! I am hooked! If you've thought about reading this book - what are you waiting for??</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13F2TLSEHZJAJ?ASIN=0439023521	GREAT BOOK, GREAT KINDLE IPAD APP	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">BOUGHT ALL THREE BOOKS IN THE HUNGER GAMES SERIES FOR MY IPAD USING THE KINDLE APP. IT WAS MUCH CHEAPER THAN IBOOKS OR THE NOOK APP BOTH WHICH I USE REGULARLY. I ENJOYED READING THE SERIES, AND I AM 54 NOT A TWEEN. I HAD SEEN THE MOVIE AND OF COURSE THE BOOKS ARE BETTER, JUST AN ENTERTAINING AND INTERESTING WAY TO SPEND SOME TIME. WOULD RECOMMEND ALL THREE AS WELL AS DOWNLOADING THE KINDLE APP FOR IPAD.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SOKC158YMTFZ?ASIN=0439023521	Just try it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I follow a number of authors (Follett, King, and others).  Had never really heard of Collins prior to Hunger Games.  Truly happy I found the series.  If you have not read her work, try the Amazon Sample and judge for yourself.  Her writting is powerful, entertaining and flows very well.  HIGHLY recommend the book/series.  Has been a long time since I have re-read a book, but this will definitely be one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGIRU0C8R7KS8?ASIN=0439023521	WOW!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was recommend this book by one of my youtube viewers and WOW I can see why! It took a while for me to really catch interest since the setting is quite depressing but it's like reading a train wreck...you can't stop reading in hopes that there is some escape for Katniss, Gale, and Peeta.  I read through this in about 9hrs and am starting the next book in the series tomorrow.  I can't wait to read more!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFIYC0X08XFEP?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it before the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really think this book is a great, fast read for anyone. it's got it all, action, romance, suspense, a bit of horror, tragedy and death as well. It is however written fairly simply and a lot of the things that happen are a bit predictable. I loved the book before the movies and it will definitely remain as part of my collection, though the fangirls will probably begin to drive me crazy at some point.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTT8MSMOK49HM?ASIN=0439023521	Sucked in by the hype, but not disapointed	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had heard so much about this series and so many people had good things to say about the book I had to read it.  I really enjoyed this book.  I could not put it down.  The story was so moving and sad aswell that I nearly cried in some parts.  I have read the series and was overcome by the emotion I felt for the characters.  I think this is a great read and that so many different people will enjoy it..</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FHVU9YM7XFH2?ASIN=0439023521	Good Story.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">""The Hunger Games"" is not the kind of story that will make you ponder deep questions about society or enlighten you to a truth about humanity, but it is an enjoyable story if you are looking for a decent adventure. The characters are a bit one-dimensional and you don't seem to care if they live or die, but they are better than Bella Swan that is for sure! I hope the sequel develops the characters more.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25CFMUSVH720K?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Interesting story line and had trouble laying the book down, however after finishing the book I realized the story line was not unique. The book reminded me of ""Clan of the Cave Bears"" in as much as the main protagonist is continually questioning her feelings. Book is not bad, but certainly not the best book I have ever read and I will wait to purchase the sequels until their price comes down.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16G1H7B52SR38?ASIN=0439023521	the awsome games!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">First off I hate reading and the only book series I liked was ""Viking Quest"".I watched the movie and loved it so I wanted to try the book.started on the first page and I couldn't stop reading it! The adventure and the action was awsome. I think the little bit of romance it had in it made it perfect.I recommend this book to 12-year-olds and up and think even parents will love this amazing book!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RK77GSSGG00EX?ASIN=0439023521	I Have Read This Trillogy Twice Now	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie then read the book. That was great!! On the second book, I read the book twice then saw the movie which was not as great.  I think it is much better to see the movie and then read the book. But already too late.  I have read the third and final book twice now.  Maybe by time the third movie comes out I will forget what I read.  Since I'm getting older, this should not be to hard to do.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24YD0BSFUAEXB?ASIN=0439023521	A winner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book because my teenage grandson urged me to. I thoroughly enjoyed it and look forward to reading the next installment.  As you read you come to feel this type of situation could become reality in a world that is in total control by a small group that are totally self absorbed with no regard for anyone else. What a sad way of life but you begin to hope for a revolution to right the wrongs.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUC7O32T7IGDI?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the book thought it was excellent couldn't hardly put it down I can't wait to read the other to and watch the movie there wasn't anything I didn't like about the book except for it ending I wanted to keep reading haha didn't want it to be over I would recommend it to all my friends and anyone that enjoys a good book it keeps you wanting to read more and know more I'm ready for book number two.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20XWCQT5XT0VJ?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is most likely the third time I have read this book and I love the Hunger Games. It's an amazing series and its just so descriptive. I would recommend reading this book, although it may be violent for some. I have read all of them and its just a really great series. I would recommend to read the books before watching the movies because the books add the best details and it gives a fabulous image.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSZ0CJGIP8GQ0?ASIN=0439023521	Good Enough	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I started reading this series out of curiosity and a want to see what other friends had gotten out of it. I gathered a decent amount of interest in the story and the characters and finished the book quickly. It was an easy read and as I had heard wasn't too mentally challenging.<br/>Bottom line, it was good enough to keep me interested and is good enough to interest me in reading the other two books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WUE1XJABDTSI?ASIN=0439023521	Amzing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm only ten and frankly this is one of the best books ever. You know besides Harry potter. Definitely reading catching fire right now. The idea of kids fighting to the death while people view it on television is a bit scary but one 've you get over that fact, which you do rather quickly, the book pulls you in and you can't put it down. I took me one day to read this. Literally. Overall breath taking.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R325Q0OFU5GXPE?ASIN=0439023521	Exciting book from start to finish.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book about a normal girl in a horrible reality that does what she must to keep her family and herself alive without a father. She is run thrust into ""The Hunger Games"" A sadistic game based around killing for enjoyment, struggle for survival, and even some romance. This is a great read and I would recommend this book to anyone. Every reader will something about this book that makes it enjoyable.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPJPPGEUDBPPV?ASIN=0439023521	I think the book was awesome but had really sad parts i almost cried when Rue died:{	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love the book and i would recommend it to anybody who wants too feel the adventure in a book and people who love adventure  and conflicted books:D                                                                                       i chose a 5 star rating because i think the book is really cool and interesting and I'm sure everybody else whose read the book would agree with me am i right hahahaha:D</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3V1PAFOYIPUAD?ASIN=0439023521	Great story!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This story is great, and the book does captivate you, but there are some things that I don't like: First, she doesn't describe very well some part. Second, the novel is written in first person, as a reader, obviously we miss on a lot of action, and miss a lot of stuff, we're supposed to know... This novel is about a 24 people thrown into an ""arena"" until they kill each other off, and only one survive.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34E7G6GXNYAYN?ASIN=0439023521	I got hooked!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My coworkers told me about this book and said ""You've got to read this!"".  Well, I did, and then I was hooked!  I plowed through The Hunger Games and jumped right over to Catching Fire.  Finished that one in a day and a half and had to immediately get Mockingjay.  Great series...not just for tweens.  I'm in my late 40's and I would compare it to the Potter series.  So sorry it ended with just 3 books!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1I2SH6UDPME9G?ASIN=0439023521	A Great Read Aloud Story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book to my 5th/6th grade class.  It was the most successful book I have ever read aloud.  I had students begging and bargaining with me not to stop reading. Though violent at times, the story gave the students great food for thought about loyalty, trust, superficiality, and survival.  The plot has gut wrenching twists, the characters are strong yet flawed, and the setting is imaginative.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3ALQI059C5LWI?ASIN=0439023521	Welcome to the Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the greatest book ever action and adventure Very good book kinda gross but good I recommend this book for 5th grade and up<br/><br/>""A boy from District 9 I think gets to the pack the same time I do we grapple for the pack then he coughs blood in my face "" GROSS  ""and may the odds be ever in your favor!"" Funny. Rue I will win this for you!!! If u like this book read Carrie by Stephen King..</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2AY4NX567JVEJ?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games rocks	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">We're a little late to the game. The kids have been assigned to read it, the two school libraries, and the four nearest public libraries are all checked out. It's not expensive. The entire three book series are page turners. The first movie is pretty true to the first book. Can hardly wait for the other two. You don't *have* to be fasting for a medical proceedure while you read to really get into it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35MHZQI17I4OU?ASIN=0439023521	Girl power!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was riveted to this story line from the first chapter.  The book kept you mesmerized by the flow of the characters personalities to stay alive in The Hunger Games.  I was very happy to see Ms.Collins give a female the lead character who not only showed compassion and fear but also survival instincts.  And what a survivor she was.  Can't wait to read the next book.  Way to go Suzanne Collins!!!!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGM3YXO3C5U5L?ASIN=0439023521	Good Book But lacking	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">All together this book is very entrancing but the writing style of it is very poor i am by no means an English professor but i know enough about writing to say that it is not up to standard i kept reading it to the end and it kept changing from 1rst to 2nd to 3rd person styles kids and teens wont care but adults might have some trouble following what is happening again all in all this was a good book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23PO572PX3GHZ?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book to determine whether it was as violent and gruesome as the shorts and film previews indicated. I was concerned about young readers being subjected to more violence and potentially copy-cat behaviour. Actually, I found that I enjoyed the book immensely - the relationships between paired contestants and their adversaries was interesting and ultimately<br/>a ""happy ending""  -DIFFERENT!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VRUWKOFFQ4KF?ASIN=0439023521	Shocking,violent and VERY hard to put down.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was the very first person in my school to read the Hunger Games.It took me only one chapter until I was hooked.I am usualy very picky about my books and will not read anything fiction that doesent have the least bit of violence.Do not listen to anybody that writes a bad review.I hope someday Suzanne Collins will let me do my books about the future of Panem and this new method of population control.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RJAQ1OLVCFCT?ASIN=0439023521	A fast paced, entertaining read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I honestly don't understand the few poor reviews that this book has received. Collins is able provoke deep thinking through her action packed story telling, keeping the reader engaged from start to finish. Granted, I wouldn't recommend this book to anyone younger than I am (I'm 13), due to certain violent and disturbing situations that Katniss is forced in to, but overall it was a very enticing read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29N6HOCEFNNRQ?ASIN=0439023521	Not only for Teens	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I cannot recommend this book highly enough.  It was a fast read and I couldn't put it down from start to finish!  The story is set in the future and is about a young girl who is forced to ""play"" in these horrible games that were created by the government to remind all of society what will happen if they should rebel.  It is a gripping, and at times, heart wrenching tale and a must read in my opinion.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PVR55MHIQCI9?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">First of all I am not a Teenager, and I enjoyed the book so much that I had to read the other two just so I could find out what happened everyone. I have not seen the movie yet but plan to soon. I do think that book 2 would also make an excellent movie. I like the fact that she's a survivor not a superwoman but just a survivor.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29GNRTV9S3SXJ?ASIN=0439023521	May the odds be in your favor!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is one of the best books I have ever read. Because I felt like I was there, going through all of the problems they were going through, and even felling how they felt! I would not recamed that someone under the age of 13 should read it thought, because it is very vilent. But all in all it was the best book I have ever read!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HT1KYMZCZPMM?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book. I literally could not put it down. I did screw up and watch the movie first but it didn't do it justice. not a big surprise as movies rarely do. but, it's wonderful reading.Such an engaging story, and all the time it leaves one wondering how everything is going to turn out, because in the end we all expect a happy ending, even when it's hard to see. can't wait to read the next one!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XJKXOP02T4F8?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Being 62 years old and a man somehow didn't seem to affect the great enjoyment I received from reading this novel. Maybe it's because I still enjoy stringing my bow and heading off into the woods for the peace and quiet it affords along with the occasional squirrel for the pot. I wonder if the young girls who read this might just take up archery and find out how completely captivating it can become?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWSLG8LSYTWBE?ASIN=0439023521	Still Hungry? Me too.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games was absolutely captivating, and truly less of a read and more of an experience. More than once I felt a bit detached, as description was lacking, and I had no idea where I was. Despite those fleeting moments of dissatisfaction, The Hunger Games kept me hopelessly immersed in it's gripping story, rising tension, and emotional impacts. I look forward to reading the rest of the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6BSTEU1EYJ3Q?ASIN=0439023521	Entertaining, Quick Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games was a quick and entertaining read. The author takes you to The Games giving you the stress of actually being in them. While the first book is captivating,  the bigger struggle between The Capitol and The Districts doesn't get going until book 2 and 3 of this trilogy. Even though the original audience was a younger age group, it's no surprise that all generations are getting into it.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R177HFDFZPG3ZY?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is an amazing book. I flew through it and immediately moved on to the second one... because the first one really leaves you hanging! So just be prepared to do that because you really will be hooked. Great story and leaves you thinking about what goes on behind the scenes of your government and television. Do not shy away from the ""young-adult"" category. This is a great adult-adult book as well!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UI6V0NYAAXYS?ASIN=0439023521	Such a great story!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had seen the movie and it left me wanting more! I wondered if the book would be better and am glad to say I was not disappointed!! The story was written in a way it captivated me and placed me in Katniss' frame of thought from beginning to end! Can't wait to read the following two books!!! Read this if you're in the mood for a little love, a little drama and plenty of action and girl empowerment!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROJZP0IBH0ILW?ASIN=0439023521	Exciting and stimulating!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A great read!  I can confidently say that you could either watch the movie and then read the book or vice versa.  The movie does a great job to capture the book in plot and purpose.  The book provides the typical extra insight from the characters and a detailed explanation of the political environment around Panem.  This also helps to give you a better understanding of the movie plot of the sequel.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVRJPJPCPPNE9?ASIN=0439023521	A little short of my target.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I dove into Hunger Games with great anticipation.  I was soon expecting the heroine, an expert bow hunter with advanced field-craft skills, to go on the offensive against her adversaries.  My enchantment gradually shifted from excitement to disappointment as she remained passive, only reacting to immediate threats in basic ways.  The story eventually petered out into a romance novel - left hanging.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RK6MADMCNU47T?ASIN=0439023521	impressive!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">To be completely honest, some big named, popular books come across as hard to understand and frustrating to me. Maybe it's because they simply didn't live up the everyone's hype about it.<br/>But this book was completely different! I loved everything about it. Its not the genre I usually would pick up, but I'm sure glad I did.<br/>I will definitely be purchasing book #2! Do not hesitate to by this book!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24TK4AFE0Y3SV?ASIN=0439023521	A Great Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Such a good book! I was so surprised I liked it because I wasn't sure when I read the description.  The rave reviews had me very curious! The book is disturbing and riveting...you have to kind of get outside of yourself while reading it because it is a very brutal concept. I loved all the characters- overall just a really interesting read. I couldn't put it down and I cannot wait for the next book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11ZXFFFOGB5A?ASIN=0439023521	With craving for more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Entertaining and interesting. It keeps you interested in the story's development. I must confess that I arrived to this book because of the movies and, like with many other books, the letters are better than the screen. Good for anyone looking for adventures, romance and drama.<br/>The Kindle edition is well done (I really would like to see a way to read in justified alignment with my paperwhite)</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSNXM9XV754DG?ASIN=0439023521	Count Me In	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collin's book lives up to the hype! It's not necessarily the writing, but rather the story that had me so enthralled! I also could not help but see the analogy between the Hunger Games event and for how God provides for us in our lives; just as Katniss and others rely on their mentors in their times of greatest need, we too may look to God and receive help through our greatest life trials.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FH6RINWQ9N7G?ASIN=0439023521	Read the book AFTER the Movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Everyone told me to read the books but I sort of watched the movie first. All I can say is I'm glad I started reading the books. The book gives so much more detail and helps you understand some of the things in the movie. If you're having hunger games withdrawl and can't wait until the next movie I say start reading the trilogy. Although it might make you that much more anxious for the next movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UMHG0W58N9WW?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is probably the best book I have ever read. I gave it the best raring because the book kept you reading. With Peeta's real and true love and Katniss' fake love for the games you can't help but feel sorry for him. I would recommend this book to anyone who likes at si fy dystopian world books. I would also strongly recommend the last two books in the series. This is by far the best series ever.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJU361KVUH5Y?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A must read! The book is very well written and has a storyline that keeps you on the edge of your seat and forces you to keep turning that page to find out what happens. The plot line is amazing. However the writing could stand to be improved. Though the plot is intended for older readers the book is written so that it could be understood by younger readers. All in all it's still a fantastic read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZ77T8NJQQ6K9?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't Set it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book had been recommended to me by a teacher/friend.  I thought it maybe too childish reading but I was pleasantly surprised.  It did take about 20 - 30 pages before I was totally engrossed in it then I could not set it down.  I took this on vacation and sadly did not have book 2 because I finished it in no time.  Very well written and keeps you on the edge anxious to see what happens next.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZBGLH4LYG238?ASIN=0439023521	Xtoriez	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book, but not as good as the Xtoriez anthology.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3G2CXCEE49AHT?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Riveting, can't wait to read the next, in the series.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KGFF6VNDDU9G?ASIN=0439023521	Attractive	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved it. I was hooked from the first chapter and I enjoyed reading it. It is original and makes you constantly want to know what will happen next. It is also very interesting the way people think of Katniss, and some phrases you hit making you realize things that maybe you had not stopped to think. It's very good. Certainly I prove more dystopias, because the truth is they are very attractive!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10AGJS142M695?ASIN=0439023521	Loved the strong female heroine	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book for many reasons, but most of all I loved it because Katniss was such a powerful character.  You don't often find heroines that are strong in their own right, not because of a man, or their love for a man, but from their own inner strength.  I am pleased this book has reached so many, because girls today need better female role models and archetypes in their own life narratives.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RC0TSNCN0YC8A?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games by JS, Melh ourne	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My first cmment about this book is that it was an inventive and original story.  The characters are interesting and well-developed by the author.  Although the scenes in the arena are most exciting,  needed time and effort are given to the story development and that makes this very cohesive and enjoyable.  The movie was well done but, as usual, the book ie better and well worth the reader's time.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RILV0AT4ZL73O?ASIN=0439023521	This is a good story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a much better story than I thought it would be. I had heard that it was aimed at the junior high-high school crowd and didn't think it would interest me. I generally like the spy novel/detective/action type but there was enough of that in this book to keep me reading.  There is a reason why they made it a movie; find out for yourself! Download the Kindle version and be reading in no time.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2W1UZCGDVKLPO?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So much better than the movie! I couldn't stop reading it. I didn't quite give it five stars because I feel as though it could've ended better in regards to it being a series. I am not driven to read the second one. I will only read it in hopes that it will be just as good as the first. I just feel that it needed something left hanging at the end to compel the audience to read the following book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27O481X1R4ZVV?ASIN=0439023521	could not put down...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I picked up the first Hunger Games book on Tuesday, read all night, and downloaded the second book at 2am. Excellent series of books. It reminded me of some of the later works of Ayn Rand. I am usually not a fan of books written in the first person, but this book did it well. I was expecting a Twilightish read and was pleasently surprised at the depth of the charcters and development of the plot.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WH936AA380HU?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing Read for All Ages	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought this book for my son (13). He read it then wanted me to read...it didn't sound like my kind of book but I enjoy discussing books with him so I took it with me to a Drs. appt... I couldn't put it down.  I read it all in one day!  Very good book..thought provoking.  We had some good discussions.  He's already read the next book...I'm going to wait until I have time to finish it in one day!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWVTBB7PRQH0N?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the first 2 movies before reading this book and they made me want to read the series because of how good they were and I figured that if the movies were good then the books would be as well and I have to say that I was wrong..the books were fantastic and I couldn't put them down! I'm not really much of a book person but I read these in just a few days and I'd read them again in a heartbeat</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Q7UB1IEEZDDT?ASIN=0439023521	Surprised that I enjoyed this so much	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I put off reading the Hunger Games Trilogy for a long time but when I needed a good long read, I thought I'd give it a try. I enjoyed it thoroughly. Suzanne Collins creates a compelling and believable world and a story that is not half as gruesome as one would think from the synopsis. And unlike other trilogies each book is even better. Great story. And leaves you thinking about our world today.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DFHEB1OGAE06?ASIN=0439023521	Surprised myself!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Linda here and not Carlisle. I was sick and looking for something to read. Some friends had read the series and talked about how great it was but I balked at the mere idea of the Games. But I thought I would give it a go. I realized what that the whole thing was in the future and about the possibilities of what evil gov'ts can do. Thought provoking and I read all three books in  just a few days.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XAPJ0JZGOFHF?ASIN=0439023521	Not Like I Thought It Would Be	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I heard about the book, I thought I would never read it. Youngsters fighting to the death didn't appeal to me. I finally gave in, when my grown children and neighbors were raving about it. It's a real page turner...very suspenseful. There is violence in the book, but it's not graphic. It's an easy read, and you really come out cheering for the kids over the evil government and it's capital.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDW1S3DQA5NGQ?ASIN=0439023521	A VERY good read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is one of my favorite books to read. It had me turning the pages rapidly to find out what happens next. The chapter end with appropiate cliff hangers and the books end was not disappointing like many other book series (i.e. Twilight series). This book was so engaging that I read most of it in one afternoon! Good read, hopefully the movies are not disappointing (i.e. Twilight series...again)</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YRDSDUT6AG35?ASIN=0439023521	Won't let you go	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Its first page is so unassuming, you don't realize how deep the book's got its claws in you until the Reaping scene. I read it straight through in an airport and nearly missed my connecting flight because I couldn't flipping close it! Brutal then vulnerable, blood-soaked then sparking, Collins' characters breathe and think and never feel fictional. This is a masterpiece that will not apologize.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CU7YAVWADBC7?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins kept me guessing and yearning for more the entire book.  The whole concept was new and she did a great job bringing it to life.  While I figured Katniss would win, I did not want her to have to struggle with the grief that comes from taking a human life.  I felt for her and what must have been an overwhelming sense of fear as she trekked through the woods being hunted or hunting.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R102LND12NEL34?ASIN=0439023521	"""As good as it get"""	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely love this trilogy. In the beginning, out of curiosity for all the hype, I bought the first book and I got completely hook up. Collins is a consummated story-teller that prefers unsettling post-apocalyptic environments that she uses as the perfect background for this raw and very human tell. She uses violence not for the sake of violence but as a perfectly timed tool to add context.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CTILZ84PVZUI?ASIN=0439023521	Not My Thing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I think I may be the only one in North America but I hated this book. We read it as part of a book club. I was a bit shocked to find that we think that children murdering other children is an appropriate theme for a ""Young Adult"" book.<br/><br/>I get that it's post-apocalyptic and so forth, but I found very little to be redeeming in this book. It's violent and I found it pretty awful to read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R345IR4I7VPNMB?ASIN=0439023521	Still coming back to reality....	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I watched  movie before reading the book and  I'm so glad I did it in this order. I've ruined every movie by reading the  book first. I was on the edge of my seat with the movie and couldn't put the book down I was so involved with the details with the characters you couldn't  put in the  movie. Basically if you tried  talking to me during my reading time, you didn't exist until I was done lol.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17XD7TFIEZJA?ASIN=0439023521	awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i have read this book sso many times i almost know it word for word but i have to say that some scenes needed a little more brain power like the tree scene why wouldnt they burn it down but still the book is an over all work of complete awesomeness i would reccomend it for kids older than 12 because some scenes are a little intense on violence. it makes a great book to just sit and read for fun</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RAKLUV9AEJ5XK?ASIN=0439023521	Awesomeness	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was very well planned and thought out. The strategic planning of katniss and peta falling in love was brilliant. I can't wait for the next book. One thing I didn't like was the first person perspective because you knew she wasn't going to die because if she did there would be no book. However this did allow me to get to know the characters better and how the felt throughout the games.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R277C7X8VTLZ04?ASIN=0439023521	"You don't need to be a ""young person"" to love this series"	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wonderful trilogy.  At first I resisted buying it since it was advertised as young adult, but I read an article in an AARP magazine (well, I guess that tells you I'm definitely not a young adult) and it was highly recommended.  Well-written and adults will love it as well as teenagers.  I read the first book in one day and then promptly got the next two and finished them by the end of the week.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36A9R18X3EDPM?ASIN=0439023521	None	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">wonderful book hope the movie is as good.this book had me at the end of my seat at all times.sometims i would burst into laughter and people would wonder what wrong with me i would then say hunger games .they would say oh wonderful and start out some story or line from the book.overall it was money well spent i loved this book dont know would happened if i hadnt but great read a must buy book:)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BJWI4Z1TVEF3?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I ABSOLUTELY LOVE THIS BOOK. I HAVE COME ACROSS THIS BOOK SEVERAL TIMES BUT HAVE NEVER PURCHASED IT TO READ. I SAW THE PREVIEWS FOR THE MOVIE. SO I DECIDED TO BUY IT. I COULD NOT PUT IT DOWN. I READ IT IN A COUPLE OF DAYS AND CANT WAIT TO READ THE NEXT TWO. IT IS A GREAT READ. THIS HAS BECOME ONE OF MY FAVORITE TRILOGIES. AS GOOD AS THE TWILIGHT SERIES. THE ROMANCE IS GREAT WITH ALOT OF ACTION.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PC3KX1BUUHRV?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">There isn't much I can say about the Hunger Games that hasn't already been said, it was just a great book and I couldn't put it down. Katniss is more complicated as a main character than she first appears, but it is her love for her sister and the fight she has inside of her that make her someone worth rooting for, despite some of the questionable choices she makes. Can't wait to see the movie!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UAYJQ1TE4UEK?ASIN=0439023521	A Great Book Series!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After reading The Hunger Games again I had to make a review on it. It is not your typical young adult fiction. It has such a great story that it makes it so hard to put the book down. After re reading the first book again, I decided to re read the other 2 books again as well. They are really that good of a read, and this is coming from a loyal Harry Potter fan.<br/>A destined classic for sure!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUWMG65CEWMHU?ASIN=0439023521	an intense read with intriguing possibilities...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed reading this book, and can't wait until next fall when book 2 is released. It provokes a lot of thought on the government in the book, and I am curious to see how Katniss plans to fight in the future. I do have theories as well on the possibilities of the relationship between Kat and Peta... can't wait to see how they measure up. In short, Suzanne, hurry up and get book 2 out!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LU9O5TNLB5WT?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed the book.  It's easy nature and plot coverage explained away many of the questions left by the movie.  At first I was confused, then I realized that it's not that they left out nearly half a book and created half a movie out of thin air, it's that they took a different direction to get the audience the same information.  I'd certainly recommend it and I've already had my son read it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26I0QOHCZX4UE?ASIN=0439023521	Don't put this book down.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I never picked this book up twice because I never put it down to begin with. It just keeps getting better and better. It's a good thing she was done with the series because I would have gone mad if I had to wait for the sequels. Suzanne Collins makes you make in love with each character and interact with the other characters like you yourself is in the book. I can't wait to reread these books!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRWMIXD6BU9EU?ASIN=0439023521	Mediocre	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A story with a futuristic and bizarre setting is difficult for any author to master. At times the settings were imaginable and at other times - not so much. The idea of putting children as young as twelve into an arena with eighteen year olds was a bit too much to fathom.  The whole idea was bit repulsive. I liked Rau, Prim and the cat. Katniss was wishy-washy and not endearing to this reader.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JN8H1KHLZS7V?ASIN=0439023521	Very hard to put book down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very interesting. Saw the movie first. Started reading and just could not put the book down.<br/>I did not like the occasional underlined paragraphs. Found it to be distracting.<br/>Cannot wait to read the other two books of this this trilogy. i would recommend this book to anyone who loves mystery/ thriller with little romance. There is enough to make it interesting. A good young teen book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NZ2IV4V1S13N?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I watched the movie before reading the book and had this nagging feeling that something was missing. There was no stopping once I started and  three days later I am happy to report that Susan Collins is a genius! She has a way of pulling you in to each of her characters.  She revealed things and tugged at emotions a movie never couod. I am so excited to start on  the next book in  the trilogy!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IMAZV3N5CA9R?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book blew me away! For a while, I haven't read a book I can't put down and made me excited to go home so I can continue reading. Yesterday I ordered the next books on Amazon Prime and could only wish the next books arrive today... I underestimated that I will finish the entire book last night! I'm excited to read about what happens next and until then I could only keep my fingers crossed.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1URP8Y7RJXABA?ASIN=0439023521	This Book Is Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book. I guess at the begining of it, it wasn't the most interesting but once you finished the first parts.... WOW that is all I have to say. This book is a really good romance, you all at least have to say that. I picked up this book and I couldn't put it down. (Figuratively of course) I can not wait for the next book to come out. (Unless it already did but I can not find it.)  :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24FN14V6WW3LN?ASIN=0439023521	not as good as I was expecting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was expecting to really like this book because of all the outstanding reviews I have read.  However, what I found was that the unique style of narrating totally put me off of this book.  I found the tense she wrote it in very distracting and I could not connect with the main character.  The author writes in very short sentences and I could not get into the rhythm of the book at all.  Also, is this book seriously being targeted towards teens?? I usually like YA fiction because for some reason I can still connect with characters still in high school.  Maybe its just because I am still a kid at heart, but I could not feel for Katniss at all in her situations.  Overall, I found it boring and pretentious.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RB48N8UT7UXNB?ASIN=0439023521	Captured my attention!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't often get to read for pleasure because my job is so busy, and when I do, it is hard for me to find something that captures my attention. The first book of the Hunger Games trilogy was a very enjoyable read. I read it after the movie and while I loved the movie, the book was better as I had a better understanding of Katniss's thought process. Easily breezed through the book in one day!</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R106KQH80OYXWR?ASIN=0439023521	Wow!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">From the very first page, I was hooked. I thought it would be a new age, deeply scientific read and I would need to be engaged intellectually at all times. Instead I was thoroughly entertained and intellectually stimulated without having to work hard at all. It was an easy read. The imagination and storyline intriguing. I recommend this book highly. I'm about to purchase the second book now!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RL2ON4IH6TC1?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing product a definate must read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great futuristic fantasy. Peeta, the male main character is faced with the difficulty of choosing to die so the girl of his dreams survives,or let her die so he can live to see another day. Don't think it's all about him though Katniss is faced with making sacrifices herself. This book was amazing with twists at every turn, if you love a novel with action and romance this is the book for you!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1AKSPECFEMX7G?ASIN=0439023521	Now for the movie....	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">AWESOME!<br/>I totally see why they made this one a movie. I see it as a mash up of The Running Man meets The Lord of the Flies... and for those who have seen those two movies, can imagine the excitement and action of it all.<br/>I am definitely going to see the film now and see if it lives up to the hype I have built in my brain. I hope so, and rest assured, I will be letting you know too!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYUVDFI03RUYU?ASIN=0439023521	I just couldn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Initially my wife picked up and read this book.  When she told me what it was about, I thought it sounded lame.  Then she finished reading it and was onto the 2nd book faster than I have ever witnessed her reading any book.  So I decided that I better give it a shot.  I am so happy I did - I couldn't put it down and I still can't shake the story of ""The Girl on Fire"" from my mind.  I LOVE IT!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TWLNR7RSJZTL?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the first book I have purchased on my kindle and I must say I love the kindle and the book.  The Hunger Games was an exciting and hard to put down book.  We live in Florida and recently went to PA where my 11 year old grandson had just got done reading it within 2 days and was excited to read the 2nd. book which I was already reading. If you want a good and fast read this is the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DMQ67MKF543P?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">An absorbing read. You can see the lineage from the Gregor the Overlander series. Of course it is marketed as a teen book. Since I believe most of us peak out at 13-14 in social development basics, it does make one examine our basic beliefs. Maybe even change some of them. I think it is at the same level as the Harry Potter© series. Worth reading. I await the next in the series with interest.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/REJTZV2ZNK9AF?ASIN=0439023521	Lives up to the hype	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of the best stories I have read that is set in a post apocalyptic Earth.  Specifically, the North American continent set an undetermined number of years in the future.  Once I finished the book, I immediately bought the second book which I finished within a week.  Now working on finishing the last book.  The story continues to get better and more intricate.  I highly recommend this book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SIONEWQKODU5?ASIN=0439023521	Like Usual, Better than the Movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Having seen the movie first, the book fleshed out several plot points and explained a few things the movie didn't touch on.  However, both the movie and even more so, the book are just way too violent.  The whole concept of the games assumes people can accept violence against children as entertaining.  Even though the book is for young adults, I can't accept that premise even in some future.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R218V73BVWQ8KH?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've read this book five or six times and I love it sooo much! Just decided that I HAD to have it on my kindle as well. I am a Harry Potter freak and the HP books are my ultimate favorite. However, with this book I actually considered Suzanne Collin's novel a very close second. That's pretty miraculous because I am so obsessed with Harry Potter! Anyways I am in love with The Hunger Games! :D</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1D3NVZLJK5JUP?ASIN=0439023521	WOW	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Although the storyline seems somewhat terrifying,the actual book is breathtaking. It is beautifully written, and you feel like you cannot put it down.The dawnting world of the hunger games is captivating, and the amazing author, Suzanne Collins did a beautiful job in bringing this crazy world to life, adding some humour to brighten it up. I would fondly recommend it to anyone. Bravo Suzanne!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3H5IQIHTPDBFH?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games Comments	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Overall, the hunger games was an excellent story.  A great mix of human feelings and imagination.  It moved a little slow in a few places, but held my interest throughout the story.  I found it both entertaining and thought provoking.  I have now seen the movie (which was good) and have read book two (also excellent and very fast moving throughout)and am in the process of reading book three.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUTU0KFB5EXPD?ASIN=0439023521	Incredible Read!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What an incredible book...I am not a reader and I was told about this book. My friend downloaded the sample reading and i was hooked!!! I had read this book in 5 days...I could not put it down. It kept my attention. I can't wait for the movie in March. I finished the 2 and third book to the series in11 days later and how I wished there was a fourth! Cudos to the author!!! Best writer ever!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QTZ1W2JN0M45?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing story once you get past the gore....	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was amazing.  I could not put it down.  The whole concept of the book seemed very strange to me before reading (children killing other children for the amusement of other people).  I was hesitant at first, but after all the great reviews I decided to give it a shot.  I couldn't put it down and was sad when it ended because it didn't really end.  I went straight for the second book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VC3EHHO4RMD?ASIN=0439023521	GREAT BOOK!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I recently read the book and LOVED it!! I had already seen the movie, so I was a little hesitant about reading the book, since normally the books are so much better than the movie. I enjoyed them both! I think Suzanne Collins did a great job writing the book, and the directors did a great job making the movie. I could see the actors as these ""characters"" and it made it come to life.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3H52O5KP496A3?ASIN=0439023521	Kids Killing Each Other? Yes, Please.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is a very well-written book, told through the eyes of Katniss.  I had a difficult time putting it down.  I enjoyed it more than Harry Potter, because the main characters are presented in more of a believable manner.  And the story seems less forced.<br/><br/>There's some love story intertwined as well, so if you're into that kind of stuff, hopefully this book could satiate that desire.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FQKU6PDL8E0D?ASIN=0439023521	Food for thought	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I started reading the book to support my 12 yo who is reading it for school. Thankfully I doubt that  preteens will get the full force of how brutally sadistic some of the things in the book are. I found myself wavering between shock, fascination and concern for the fact this is marketed to young adults. If your children are reading the book, read it as well so that you can discuss together</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RD09MWYIHJSF?ASIN=0439023521	great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great easy to read series.  It is a pretty ""dark"" story.  As a child psychotherapist I wonder about children reading stories with such a pessimistic future.  I don't know that they see it as a warning to change our ways, but more as it being inevitable.  I can't put it down so it is certainly and interesting series.  I am now on book three.  Since they are kids books it goes fast.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPQ1YLIEKTZMI?ASIN=0439023521	story line	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">well this is an interesting read it's written on a very basic level, no large words or complex ideas I read all 3 volumes and the story was fairly good I don't understand what all the fuss made over the movie was all about, maybe it's just a good adventure story.  I found the writing to be a the normal level for the general public about 3rd grade very easy to follow and not very complex....</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2O92ZJT8G74MA?ASIN=0439023521	After the lights went out	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was reading near the middle of the book last night when a storm blew in and the lights went out.  All I could think about was locating the flashlight as quickly as possible so I could continue reading.  I have never read by flashlight, but did so last night for 3 hours.  What a great read!!!  I was hooked by the end of Chapter 1.  Can't wait for the sequel. Suzanne...what an imagination!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29TLZHTBS3RJ9?ASIN=0439023521	Leave the hype behind, and just read it.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you're like me, new, over-hyped, super-popular stuff can quickly turn you off. This series has been incredibly hyped recently, and that might steer a lot of people away from it.<br/><br/>But this is one of those rare things that really does deserve a place high regard. If you can clear your mind of all the hype, and forget for a moment about the movies, I think you'll agree. It's really good.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1612KT34LI243?ASIN=0439023521	One of the best books I ever read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am a 11 year old boy and I read the hunger games when my mom recommended it. Normally, I am not a big book person, but I found myself trying to finish it so I can get to the movie. I absolutely loved this. It's one of the few books that kids who don't like reading will love. I think this book is perfect for anyone 9+. Also, I recommend that you read the books before you watch the movies.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PO5JDS8TWUGV?ASIN=0439023521	Best book EVER	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was definitely one of the best books that I have ever read. I liked how the book wasn`t too graphic or gross,but definitely action-packed.Suzanne Collins knows exactly the kind of book a kid wants to read.A few nights I stayed up to read it and one night I actually fell asleep while reading it becauseI read it for so long.GO HUNGER GAMES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2W1DNW4HFUO7O?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games 1st	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is a very fun book and i really enjoyed reading it. I finished the whole book in one day because once you start reading it you won't be able to let go. They have really cool characters like Haymitch, Cinna, Seneca, and Cesar. It is very cool to read and if you love reading a romance action book with an amazing characters you should read it. If not watch the movie and see if you like it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39CZ72RW78VGG?ASIN=0439023521	Didn't expect to like it so much	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was not a fan of the Twilight series.  I dropped off after the first book.  I thought this would be more of the same, and had steered clear until a number of friends who share my taste in reading recommended it.  I thoroughly enjoyed the first book and have now purchased the second.  I enjoyed the futuristic story, and I'm eager to see how she continues the development of the characters.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PS4PGPSZN6V3?ASIN=0439023521	Captivating...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">...from the first page to the last. Katnis is forced into a world she does not want to go (the arena for the annual Hunger Games). Yet, she must learn to overcome her fears, control her actions, and ultimately survive - because her life and that of Peeta are at stake. Along the way, she learns many personal lessons and is trying to sort out her many conflicting emotions on various levels.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1AIX2BAIOL7A6?ASIN=0439023521	Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought this shortly after watching the film and for once the book and film actually met each other in terms of imaginative quality. The book does offer a greater insight into the lives of each character, and some scenes are a bit more gruesome than those of the age restricted film, but all in all, if your a fan of the film I would definitely recommend this as a fun and interesting read!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2A1MU65W5HKIT?ASIN=0439023521	Thumbs up!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Somesmartkid11<br/>The Hunger Games is an exiting, brutal AND romantic all at the same time. My breath was taken away since the first page. Katniss is a fierce, heartbrocken girl who finds herself placed in the hunger games trying to save her sister. A sweet and delicate little sister. Oh! I almost forgot...<br/><br/>Happy Hunger Games and may the odds be EVER in you favor!<br/>:) !!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3C1IF845K58S3?ASIN=0439023521	Cliff Hanger...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Never a dull moment from start to finish. The story was simple, but with the twists and turns it brought on some complexity to the characters. There was just enough information about each person, yet there was still some mysticism that left me wondering.<br/>I cannot wait to get started on the next book to see how the Hunger Games will have changed each person's life back in District 12.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SXMDH31BFP1L?ASIN=0439023521	Everything I hoped it would be	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed the readability of this book. Being an avid fan of realistically descriptive fiction makes the introduction to the Hunger Games series an obvious one. Suzanne Collins portrays characters you can relate to and really feel. Definitely looking forward to the next one! Anyone who likes Stefanie Meyer will appreciate this author and the general plot of this irony-filled story.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRS0WJN6TLJQR?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic Story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love adventure type novels. I Love Stephen King, Dean Koontz etc. This is the best book I have read since ""The Stand"". This book is much deeper than you might think. Don't be fooled by it's popularity with the younger crowd. I am 60 years old and read all three books and saw the movie. I enjoyed the books so much that I am reading the first one again, something I have never done before.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5KXSMGNQMXRG?ASIN=0439023521	read the books just to fill in down time over ...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">read the books just to fill in down time over winter, worth reading, well written characters and settings. the psycology of the games and how it effects the characters in the long term, the living conditions and how people interact, etc, comparisons to actual cultures and societies (the Greeks and Romans, the American Civil war, etc). makes the books very readable and not just for teens.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RU2NYUD0G564N?ASIN=0439023521	A great read and a rousing social commentary.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger Games is both a great story and a rousing commentary on class segregation, poverty, and the questionable morality of reality television. The lead character is a lovable yet reluctant hero who depicts perfectly the struggles that any person would have in the face of such barbarism. It's nice to see a strong female leading character who's primary plot point is not her love interest.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3A75J6PZSR38U?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bough this book for my grand daughter to read on my kindle while we were visiting in another state. She had not read a whole book since the first Harry Potter series. The book kept her interest as she finished it in a few days. What a relief to NOT hear ""I'm bored"" for a few days. Since then, she has asked me to get the other two books in the trilogy. I am quite happy to do so.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Z1YW82TW254P?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome story!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was really reluctant on reading this book, because I am against kids killing kids!!! However, I started watching the movie one night &amp; wasn't able to finish it &amp; I was very intrigued from the little bit was able to watch!!! From the very beginning of the book I was hooked &amp; haven't been able to put it down!!! I read the ENTIRE book today!!! Looking forward to reading the second book!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3STZROWH9ZCLX?ASIN=0439023521	Got the Fever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book really held my attention; I hadn't known much of the story line, except that I knew that there was a competition where the young people in the story fought to the death to stay alive themselves.. I was almost afraid to read it; I thought I wouldn't be able to sleep because it would be too, too..In reality, I found that I couldn't sleep, because I had to read one more chapter!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPNOFUJLJ8DD9?ASIN=0439023521	Hooked from the first paragraph	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Really enjoyed this book( and the next two as well). I wasn't sure that I would enjoy it , given the subject manner but found myself drawn in by the great writing and detail of the atmosphere of the games.It felt like I was beside Katniss throughout her ordeal.The characters are believable and endearing. This was a great read and I was hated to finish although I still had two more to go!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GP94CG56X2XX?ASIN=0439023521	5 stars why not 12?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the detail and the long pages the only part I didn't like was when you didn't say how she purified the mud<br/>I recommend this book to anyone who likes detail,violence and a long book<br/>I chose this rating because I loved the detail the drama the action the mutations and the teaming<br/>Read if you love books<br/>If I was allowed to put twelve stars  it wouldn't be enough</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13B09SJWU83MJ?ASIN=0439023521	A must read even if you seen the movie.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely love this book.  I watched the movie first and then read this book and I am super happy I read the book also.  I look forward to reading the next chapter of this story before I watch the movie even though the movie is already out.  I think you get so much more detail from the books and you fall in love with Peeta more than in the movie.  Can't wait to see what unfolds next.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DX4UZMQSL9EF?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful book that made me glad I started reading fiction again.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">By far, this is the best of the three book series.  Following the adventures of Katniss Everdeen kept me spellbound and I could not put the book down.  This is one of the most captivating books I have read in many years.  The movie inspired me to read the books, and this book did not disappoint me.  I gave up reading fiction several years ago, but I am glad I reconsidered for this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RK0ZHGDKPZ1X?ASIN=0439023521	Gripping	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Story captures one early on and holds you. Makes me think, what would it be like if our government keeps taking more and more control of our lives. What happens when we let the government control every aspect of our lives? People stop thinking. And even worse, they stop taking responsibility for their own choices and actions. It becomes easier to rationalize and justify their behaviors.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R173Z5AI9ZHNV0?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Even though I have seen this movie which was very good it doesn't come close to how good this book is. Suzanne Collins does an amazing job at keeping it exciting, sad, interesting, and just compelling to read. Once I started reading I couldn't put down my kindle. Finished this in two days cannot wait to read the next book in the trilogy. Also this book has a very humbling effect on you.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R303S5830L7LMW?ASIN=0439023521	entertaining	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really don't have a specific genre of books I like to read and bought this book simply because of all the hype and combined with the cheap price.....figured if it was a bad read I'd just delete it.  Well, I was wrong.  I enjoyed it and have purchased the other two books in the trilogy!  I liked the whole story line and the characters are likable.  Looking forward to starting book two!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3A67MQKZ10RUX?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was pretty much the best book ever. It's exciting, romantic, and will keep you on the edge of your seat! The characters are almost real, you can literally feel how their perspective of the games was! I know lots of people hate the Hunger games, but I don't, give The Hunger Games a chance and while you're at it give Catching Fire and Mockingjay one too.You should read the hunger games</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QU3T6OAC2G8U?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">FANTASTIC series of books....read them one after the other within a few days, as I wanted to see what happened!!!! Even though i am 53, I do enjoy these books, written for the ""tweenager"".  They are extremely well written, keep you guessing, still have the ""great read"", with the violence, bit of romance and HEAPS of adventure. Would recommend them as general reading, really for any age.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SVD2JJO84LRN?ASIN=0439023521	A Riveting Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought this book not realizing it was a ""kid's book.""  But once I started reading, I had trouble putting it down.  Its well written, the author creating a fully developed post-apocalyptic world, with very believable characters and a fast-paced plot.  Some of the action seemed a little harsh for a kid (say my 13 year old), but other than that, a riveting novel--for readers of ALL ages.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RV14C5BVDU61Y?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I just read this book while on vacation. I had seen the movie and had mixed feelings over it and I know this will sound cliche but the book was much better. Written in the first person hearing the story from Katnis' perception was very engaging. I never intended to read the next in the series but after reading the first book I feel compelled to read through them all. Very good fiction.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33RV1Q5AYEZBI?ASIN=0439023521	Great book for adults, too	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So, funny story. I read this book while living abroad/traveling, so I wasn't really in tune to American culture of the moment. I ordered this book, read it, and as I finished it, noticed the ""other teen books you may enjoy"" bit. Haha! So funny. It was a great read, regardless (I'm 32). Fun, a bit dark, but a great portrayal of a young heroine, with a kick of romance, of course.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8MZ92W6452TY?ASIN=0439023521	Love this amazing book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book as absolutely the best one I have ever read. It's full with action, excitement, mystery, and had me at the edge of my seat wanting to know what happens next. If u r looking for a good book to read, try this one. I am positive if u r the right age it will be perfect for you and you won't want to put the book down for a second, you just want to keep reading reading READING!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1V2GFRHGTB9SG?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games Book 1	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I took a chance buying this book as it was not really my type of book but I wanted to try something different and wow! I was totally taken with it.  I found that once I started reading it I became totally engrossed and could not leave it down I will be buying the next book in the series as I really enjoyed this book and am dying to find out what happens next in Katniss Everdene's life.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FMNGEJHS8B6B?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book....Well thought out and action packed	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'd heard about this series, but hadn't gotten around to reading it.  I'm so glad that I did.  The story is set up beautifully, told in great detail and leaves you wanting for more (which is perfect since the trilogy is complete).  This was a great introduction to Katniss, Peeta and the other main characters and the characters are well developed throughout the book.  Very well written!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R68Q4W9QRZH67?ASIN=0439023521	You can't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Once you start this series, you won't be able to put it down until the end. I do not know how anyone would be able to wait for the next book of the series, especially with the cliff hangers in Catching Fire. It something that is heart-felt and enthralling. You won't regret it, and you will think about it for days!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LW237B1B0NH9?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was wonderful. I had a hard time putting it down and I have read it before and seen the movie. The way the capitol is so twisted and the cruel punishment of making each district send two of their children in to die is repulsive but very intriguing and it makes for an amazing story. I recommend this book to anyone who likes an adventure without ever having to leave the house.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KP3ARKMEGUV1?ASIN=0439023521	Why haven't you read this book yet? Go! Shoo!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book. Collins' storytelling is excellent, and her main characters are believably flawed and compelling. I enjoyed the book so much that I immediately had my 16-year-old daughter read it (she loved it, too), followed by my mother-in-law (her, too). That's right -- three generations of my family approved The Hunger Games. I'm not sure I can think of higher praise than that.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OYHVOO5659ZO?ASIN=0439023521	In Love with Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm pretty picky about books I like. I'm an English major, so I read a lot. My favorite book is Victor Hugo's classic Les Miserables. You know what my second favorite book is? THE HUNGER GAMES! It's such a fun read. It's quick pace, the characters are fascinating, the plot is electrifying. I hear they're making a movie of it which terrifies me. I don't want anything to ruin this book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RO5B7ST3HEM0Z?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie not really knowing much and really enjoyed it so I bought the book for my kindle so I could read it on my trip to Thailand. Well I couldn't put it down and ended up reading all three books in my down time sitting in airports and on planes.<br/><br/>I'd recommend this to anyone.  It's a bit dark at times but still a great series. Can't wait for the rest of the films.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1J1D5X5F9PDHY?ASIN=0439023521	Engaging through out	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Teens are expected to do something insane and still look good doing it.  Intertwined in the story are the normal identity questions teens face along with the need to stay alive and kill opponents.  In another way this story is a warning that when the state has assumed so much power it can make evil look normal,even good.  Scary given the power grab this administration is doing today.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MPGTEC40V3JI?ASIN=0439023521	Fantasic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Overall, I loved this book. It was so strong emotionally and physically. Some parts of it were so sad or emotional that I wanted to go and cry in a corner somewhere where no one could see me. I would be sucked into the book and never want to put it down in some spots. It was one of the best books I have ever read and I would recommend it to all mature readers.<br/><br/>- Aria Wanek</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FZ8N6JVKRX2V?ASIN=0439023521	One of the best reads ever!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I decided I wanted to read the Hunger Games before I saw the movie. So far I haven't seen the movie but I am reading the second book ""Catching Fire"", I'm almost done and ready to order the next book.<br/><br/>I absolutely love this series and would highly recommend it. I am surprised at every turn of events, I'm usually pretty good about guessing story lines, so this is refreshing.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2AZIXNYZE4EHG?ASIN=0439023521	Riviting Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The first book in the Hunger series is by far the best, although all are good.The characters are well defined, easy to visualize in appearance and personality.  Although alien to us, the events are believable and vivid.We identify with, and root for the heroine. It is hard to put any of the books down. As is usually the case, the book is much better than the movie.Highly recommended.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UCBKT0ATDJ69?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't Put it Down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love political fiction books, like they mock our current situation. I think these types of books actually cause people to think about what's going on today. We aren't shooting each other with bows, but we are hurting each other by not helping, etc. But besides that, there is the action and a dash of romance. I think this is a book for both boys and girls. Awesome, awesome, awesome.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QPVC7NMUNQ82?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I dare you to put this book down easily. I was barely able to. The book is written in the first person perspective of Katniss, and you feel you're right beside her the whole time. Watching helplessly, rooting her on, feeling her emotions. This book was incredibly well-written! You're really able to ""feel"" the characters and care about them. You will not regret reading this, trust me!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R377WMUCI5ZIUW?ASIN=0439023521	Read the book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed the book but felt the movie was very poor</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RNURL1Z3F17B?ASIN=0439023521	I was skeptical about the quality of this book when ...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was skeptical about the quality of this book when I bought it, really just wanting to see what all the fuss was about it and why it was made into a movie.<br/>What a surprise ! This is a book that is hard to put down, You will stay up reading until late, cursing when you have to get up in the morning, ut returning to do the same until it is finished.Then you will want the sequel.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RN8XKZ8FZULD2?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">At first, I was apprehensive reading a ""futuristic"" story. Am I glad I did. I found myself involved in the lives of Katniss, her family and friends, as well as her co-competitors in the games. The concept of fighting until there is only one survivor could be seen as callous, but the way Suzanne Collins tells her story, makes it readable. This is a book I would definitely read again!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1E4KHXZ3LSPQN?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I finished this book two days after buying it! The excitement and suspense swallowed me up! Surprise ending: Peeta and Katniss  win the games together! Collins sure knows how to write an exciting story. Thrilling and creative. Only comment: Why did Rue have to die so early? She should have lived longer.<br/> Anyways, the hunger games captivated me. Can't wait to read catching fire!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RORW8UR4H1OY2?ASIN=0439023521	Love it.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've fought my wife about this book since day one. I finally read it. Wow. Talk about holding your breath and hoping against hope that Katniss can overcome. The anger and frustration with the Capitol for the callous way they enjoy the games. Everything about this story pinged some part of my mind or heart. Great read. Now if you'll excuse me; I have book two to dive headfirst in to.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3K67KF1MYR5GP?ASIN=0439023521	I didn't want to like this...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't want to read this book let alone like it. I only read it to be able to have a conversation without feeling lost. But I actually enjoyed it. Not much for a bunch of kids hacking each other up, but once you focus on the political statement; it was a very good book. Appalling to think how easily we could set ourselves up for something like this to be not too far in the future.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SWW0DLXSY718?ASIN=0439023521	Love Love Love	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not put this book down and I was so glad there were two more after this one! I loved this series -SOOO Glad I read the book before seeing the movie though - my husband didn't get into the movie as much as I did because he didn't read the book first. I felt like I knew what was going on in her head and had to explain So much to him throughout the movie! Great books though! :)</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VZ5AC4HXLUDR?ASIN=0439023521	Best  book and movie ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After I readed the book I watched the movie and I love the part about the bees and when kattness sawed the bee hive with branches it hit the ground and everyone who was on the ground ran away because the bees went after them and so<br/>me died because the bees and it was scary because I am 9 but it was cool. Please make the mocking jay movie please I am so excited about the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QEBRFEPQ4DVO?ASIN=0439023521	Literature? An entertainment for children.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I heard a lot about this series but was underwhelmed by the read.  There sure is a lot of dystopian material to browse but not much of it has the ring of authenticity as far as I have discovered.  Suzanne Collins is welcome to her fame I guess,  but it doesn't take much to achieve fame.  Nancy Drew books are also well reviewed.  I  find Margaret Atwoods' work a lot more compelling.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CBZSEPAOUYD?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book! Great Movie!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Ok, so I freely admit that  didn't even know this book existed until the Hunger Games Movie was released and I went to see it. This book has a lot of themes in the perfect blend and was a lot more explanatory than the movie was. If you enjoy the movie, get the book,  It will clarify small things that are seen in the movie but may not be entirelly understood until you read the book.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LT4UTN44MZGV?ASIN=0439023521	Can't Get ENOUGH	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is FANTASTIC. Other reviews are definitely helpful for more information, but if you are interested in books  with empowering teens, like Harry Potter, this book will NOT be a disappointment. I simply could not put it down all weekend and ended up finishing all three books. This probably tops my favorite book series. My only complaint is that I want MORE books to come out!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3K7PUY1P6VS8E?ASIN=0439023521	Love it love it love it.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a quick read and not easy to put down. I'm not much of a reader, but my wife is trying to get me into it more by choosing items that grab my attention well. Yes, it's more of the young adult category, but this adds to the books ability to quickly get you in and not keep you for too long to make you bored. I absolutely loved this book and have the other two waiting already.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R345W2FO58HY2A?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I just finished this book, and wow. It really draws you in from the beginning (and I'm 27 - how is this a children's book?). I'm glad I had a relatively free weekend to finish it, or I would have been really exhausted at work! Fantastic, and I can't wait to finish the trilogy. It reminds me vaguely of Ender's Game, so I suspect if you enjoyed that book you would enjoy this as well.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LD9MJ8340NZT?ASIN=0439023521	the next 1984	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this is easily a new modern classic, its dark  depictions of a post  (nuclear) aypocaliptic north america under a mysterious facist regime is amazing. definatly not for younger readers though as the violence and phycological horrors are intense. even though it has some sci fi aspects its really not science fiction, this book is amazing and i can see it someday being very famous</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NXK8MO4MDJQV?ASIN=0439023521	You won't be able to put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of the best and most intense young adult books I've ever read.  My grade seven students couldn't get enough of it, and now I know why.  Highly recommended for any reader of any age that likes the post-apocalyptic theme.  The immediacy of the present-tense narration only emphasized the nightmare scenario of this reality t.v. show gone wrong.  ""What if"" indeed...  Read this book!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2E6I96U6AF7MF?ASIN=0439023521	Riveting story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I stayed up all night reading this novel -it is that riveting! Collins gets right into the action from the beginning. Her writing style reminds me very much of Stephenie Meyer's Twilight series because of the adventure and suspense. The first person narration was extremely smooth, lyrical -very much in keeping with the other novels by this author. Highly recommend this! Five stars.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTCGOZ6DOPECI?ASIN=0439023521	Layered	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Five whole stars because even a rereading withstands the test of truly compelling writing.<br/><br/>The parallels between our world give this story a relevance and urgency that its readers have clearly responded to. However, the fiction allows enough political distance for a literary reading, as opposed to a literal one.<br/><br/>Highly recommended for readers 13 years and up.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2COZ7OEC7BAVP?ASIN=0439023521	Well-written and suspenseful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">AWESOME!  I'm looking forward to reading the second one.  I think that the storyline is very well written and and quite realistic and easy to understand.  I read  this book prior to seeing the movie and I was extremely surprised how good it was. All in all, it is a heart-breaking, thought-provoking book and I would highly recommend it to everyone. Look forward to seeing the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HEG2SC2I2RMO?ASIN=0439023521	Life changing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've given the hunger games five stars simply because it has that one element, the element that says that this story is something else, that is is not just a comedy or romance or drama or action and adventure, when in reality it is all of them combined beautifully into one story and once you finish it, along with the next two, you won't look at anything in the same way ever again.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WEOLLZ8B5VQ1?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger games review :book one	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazingly written and kept me tuned in the entire way. Intoxicating and provocative. Exquisitely defined and honestly deceiving and somehow that makes sense after reading. It is fantasy mixed with fact and kept me on edge through it all. I gasped,screamed,cried, quenched, and got butterflies as I got further into this book. It is awesome and will keep you at the edge of your seat.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VO51Y5AFXXRV?ASIN=0439023521	Very great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was awesome.  Not the kind of story I would normally read, but I loved it and it kept me very interested.  The writing and details are really great.  For some that think they would not like a ""violent"" read- yes there is some violence, but it is very well written and it is not gory in my opinion.  I had to read all three books after reading this one, great story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JJ1NYR1BSQY0?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing, page-turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is my first time writing a book review and its because the book was just that great! Even though I have seen the movie already, reading The Hunger Games was just amazing. You just wanted to skip to the end but the middle just kept your attention. Totally reading the other two, Catching Fire and Mocking jay! I hardly read but let me just say this is something you want to read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ETZRW37BTCU7?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book! Not just for kids.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I started reading this series during finals week (grad school), which was a bad decision, because I could hardly tear myself away from it. It has everything a good story needs, adventure, romance, great plot, and a deeper level of social critique and psychological insight. Very well written, unlike many young adult sci-fi books. Adults will enjoy this series just as much as teens.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RM8XHULESTA59?ASIN=0439023521	this is the best book ever!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is totally engrossing i enjoyed it so much i could not put it down.The story to me was full of  excitment adventure and romance. It is a good book for all ages i am only 11 ad i have heard of middle aged adults that like it it is defenitly one of my favorite books ever. My best friend read it too and she was the one who recomneded it to me and now i am so glad she did.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OX01O31NSAZZ?ASIN=0439023521	A unique and fascinating read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love love love this book! The story is so unique and horrifying and yet Collins manages to focus on the characters' good aspects to provide an overall theme of hope and bravery. For me, this story was a page-turner from beginning to end. Great, strong characters, a fantastic all-powerful villain, and heart-stopping conflict all make up this wonderful book. I highly recommend it!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3S4WNMXN03Z1N?ASIN=0439023521	I've gotta buy everyone a copy!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I borrowed this from a friend and now I must not only get myself one, but get them as gifts for friends and family who love to read! I can't wait for the sequel and hope they make a movie. I read the whole book in an afternoon and laughed and cried all through it. It is totally engaging from the moment you read the synopsis on the jacket, and that doesn't even do the book justice.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RPTFB2MIVYH2?ASIN=0439023521	Good read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After having seen the movie, I read the book. The suspense was maintained, even though I knew the ending. The movie actually deviated only in minor ways from the book. The story was of course quite imaginative. The book was written in simple, unembellished  language which seemed quite appropriate given the heroines youth and unsophisticated background. It was a good read .<br/>'</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1J1YDR3R68E3T?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this book, I thought it was original, unlike anything I had ever read before. I couldn't fault it. I had a late night or two while reading it, I found it so hard to put it down and go to asleep. I just wanted to read more and more. I would recommend it for anyone between 15 and 50. I know it's aimed at young adults but I know more mature adults will enjoy it too.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LI0MLIKROM08?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My granddaughter kept after me to read this series.  I wasn't interested since it is supposed to be for young adults.  After reading the reviews from other parents and grandparents, I decided to give it a try and after the first book I was hooked.  Loved them all and read them all in about two weeks which is good for me since I don't have a lot of reading time.  Very good series!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CDYOD6H64N9X?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I like this book because it is powered with the economic and security of home love I can't think of what it would feel like I would be terrified. it it is so important to me that I have a home because some people don't have a home .<br/>so if something bad is going on just remember this book because you have a good place people in this book don't. be happy you have a safe place.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1F0M9NZ2UDPHV?ASIN=0439023521	Pleasantly surprised...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">To be quite honest I was reluctant to start this book, solely because I had heard of all the film's ""hype"" and what not. But it was better than I expected! The book was very enjoyable, Katniss is great female lead...very strong and bold! All in all I liked the book however I don't think I will reading the other books in the series....not my exact cup of tea...so I'm on the fence.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TZ1S4APFKODB?ASIN=0439023521	Emotionally Thrilling	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Within the first few paragraphs you are attached to the characters. Wonderful! Of the three books this is the masterpiece! I won't tell you anything more. You simply must read. I did not think it was for me but when my 14 year old, male cousin who likes nothing recommends a book. I had to read it.  It was so worth it! I have even gotten both of my grandmothers to read the series.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RO61F6XM12ONX?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What can I say about The Hunger Games? It is an amazing story full of action, suspence and emotion. It has all the ingredients necessary for a great novel. Katniss is a remarkable character who is ready to do anything to protect the ones she loves. Once you read The Hunger Games, you cannot stop reading the second book Catching Fire. It is a wonderful story that is worth reading.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2W91XCH7DVF8U?ASIN=0439023521	Bergen guy 2012	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't read many novels in English, but I made an exception after reading the reviews for this book. This book is very good. My advise is to read this book before watching the movie. I really liked the narrating style and the simplicity of the language used by the author. The way she describes the struggle of the protagonists in the games is simply superb. I recommend this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LFF34PP0C1X7?ASIN=0439023521	In the genre of young adult, this ones a keeper.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Would have liked to have given 3.5 stars but will go ahead and err on the positive side. While holding on to some of the innocence many young adult books exemplify these books also have the grit to keep most readers interested. Original concept, not so subtle social commentary and a healthy dose of pg-13 violence wrapped in a sweetly complicated tale of love, loss and revolution.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XBLOBCVLHIH0?ASIN=0439023521	Ellie's book reveiw	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My favorite book by far! Once you finish the first page, you will not want to stop reading until you finish the entire series. The main character, Katniss Everdeen, is adventurous and caring. She is one of my favorite characters of all time. This book is dark and very exciting. Will Katniss enter the world of danger? Will she survive? You will have to read the book for yourself!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30TIFXHUZDPFH?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games Trilogy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">LOVED LOVED LOVED this story.  This is not something I would normally choose to read and had I just read the description I would have skipped over this, but thankfully a friend of mine recommended this series and I read them and fell in love with the series.  I recommended it to several friends and family members and everyone seemed to have the same feeling as me...AWESOME read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3K4D58N7E91PJ?ASIN=0439023521	Good Read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie before reading the book.  The movie captures the spirit of the book quite admirably.  As to be expected the depth of the characters is far richer in print.  I give great praise to the movie for capturing the strong of community  that Katniss Haas for her home district.  What the movie misses is the degree of transition from transition girl-Hunter to girl-warrior.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JV06OE4KC22H?ASIN=0439023521	Books are so good I had to buy the other two right away at wal mart couldn't wait for shipping time	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Only read this book because I got bored one night and saw the movie for free on Amazon Instant Video. Loved the movie so much I read the book. Read the book in one day, bought the other one at Wal Mart and read it in one day, now I am reading the third one. These books are so good that I didn't even buy them off Amazon like I normally do I had to get them right away at wal mart.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1M4UNQW58B26U?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I chose this book because I kept hearing how great it was (and the movie). I honestly did not expect it to be this great! I couldn't put it down! It was an easy enough read that I could focus on the story instead of the words, but I didn't feel like I was reading a children's book. The were lots of twists and turns. I can't wait to read the next two! (And then watch the movies.)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35ZZDC62287ML?ASIN=0439023521	Fast read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">We all know Katniss's outcome since eshe is the main character. It is interesting how she gets there but very simple read. Not much thinking involved but plenty of gore.<br/><br/>Now reading second book cause it's inexpensive follows the same story. A very fast read also.<br/><br/>Both are slightly suspenseful but kind of predictable.<br/><br/>Good to read for slow nights.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1D3B8ZZCGFMKH?ASIN=0439023521	action packed adventerous book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book is awesome, i totally recomend it. i cant wait to read the next book in the series. i liked all the violence and bloody and gorey stuff and also all the war. im just a guy who likes that kind of stuff you know. i also loved the wording like chilling not scary scary is a boring word but chilling thats a different story. keep writing more books in this series if you can.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MYTU9TSYS3XH?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought this was an excititng book that grabbed my interest almost from the first page.  I was amazed how quickly it engulfed me with the story.  I couldn't put it down!  The only critism I have is that towards the end the book the writing started to become juvenile as opposed to the more crisp thoughtful writing style.  An excellent book and one I would love to read it again.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2EUH1H83PATIA?ASIN=0439023521	Great Series!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really liked this book and the next two in the trilogy.  What a good series!  I didn't give it five stars because I've read better--I have to admit-- but it definitely makes for a good read.  It's very fast-paced and hard to put down.  I wish Katniss, the main character, had a little more emotion.  Sometimes I couldn't tell if I really liked her or not  --I loved Peeta though!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RM9ZVTDFARYC?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really liked this book. I give it 5 out of 5 stars because of how well written it was. It was intense, and action packed. But there was also a romantic tension between the two main characters. Suzanne Collins incorparated all this so well and so smoothly throughout the whole entire book. I definatley recommend this book to anyone who likes to read action and dystopian novels.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYQGL9F7GDBXT?ASIN=0439023521	good easy read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read this book after watching the movies. I have to say I really enjoyed the book.. It flowed well, was fast pace, and an easy read. Typically I lose interest a few pages in but I couldn't put this one down.  As far as the book versus the movie.. There are differences but none that were game changing for someone who has only watched the movie.  I'm excited to read the next two!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHSKWANMYHM8I?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games Review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Katniss is trying to save her sister Prim who might be picked for the reaping. But her name has only been in once sence her name has only been in once. But she is chosen and Katniss volunteers to take her place to fight to the death. Then a boy named Peeta is chosen and she remembers him from somewhere. So they fight to the death with 24 other tributes and they end up winning!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39Q23XHLI4UK?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games Trilogy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Having been one of the first time I seen the movie before reading the book allowed the ability to identify the characters image in the book. The movie did a great job following the book but you can never get the depth perception that a good book will instill. I read all three books and didn't want to put them down. Wish they hadn't ended so soon. Great ending to the third book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OQ70V8U7INJQ?ASIN=0439023521	Not just for young adult	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Raving reviews are all abound but here is another. I dont usually read YA but I could not put this one down. The have and have nots are pitted against each other in a world of reality tv and where the media control minds for the ruling elites. Interesting idea that is done in a smart and engaging way. Great conversation for YA and for those of us against citizens united ruling.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDJJCE0ZIWFJY?ASIN=0439023521	Completely unusual	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is fantastic! It is a quick read that involves great detail, a thorough plot, and beautifully built characters. The entire book will make you think. It contains violence, drama, love, hate, and almost anything else you can think of. I am not sure how this author came up with all of the intricate details she included, but it was a wonderful start to the trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2O58Q40XGUM9H?ASIN=0439023521	Written for teens and less sophisticated readers	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is written for young adults or teens but as an adult that has read books my entire life of different genres, I Do NOT know what the hype is about! It was mediocre, and the same phrases are repeated throughout the book.<br/>I could not finish the second book. But, I have a 38 year old girlfriend that likes this genre of books and likes this series, so I don't know what to say.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RRLPWLPFJ772?ASIN=0439023521	Wow! Different, yet amazing!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book will have you on your toes from page one. The setting, situations, and storyline will blow your mind. You'll be so attached to the characters at the end, you'll think about them for days. I was so stuck to the book I read it till I couldn't hold my eyes open, till I was at the point of reading it while I was cooking, and I was even tempted to pick it up at red lights!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHRQJ47C8D1G2?ASIN=0439023521	You Won't Be Disappointed	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book grabbed me from the beginning, and I enjoyed it the whole way through. Usually there is a lot of time explaining the background or developing the characters that can slow down the plot, but I fell in love with the characters through their actions and adventures.  I don't need toprovide a thorough review, because 1,000 already exist, but I had to give this one my ""5"".</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23NJUIU31509C?ASIN=0439023521	LOVED couldn't put it down.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book and could not put it down and I was on a trip and all I did was read! I was very shocked at the plot of this book, but she made it work and made me wanting more.<br/><br/>This book also makes me think of our worlds future and wondering if something like this really could happen? Makes you take a look at the people around you and wonder what you would do to survive.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15ZAD2KR7YWF1?ASIN=0439023521	Talk about a page turner!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book kept me on the edge of my seat with my mouth open wide for more than half of it.  Collins' characters are so perfectly unique from one another, and her descriptive writing of the subject matter is absolutely fantastic!  I enjoyed reading this book so much.  It's a no holds-barre book, that is very raw, and just keeps you pining for more!  I can't wait for the sequal!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2J561R2NFEWHT?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book series is my very favorite so far! Totally worth the price, and definitely deserves 5 stars. I would not ask for Suzanne to change anything. Her second book, Catching Fire even better than the first. With the perfect balance of romance and action. I am thrilled to read the final book in the series, Mocking Jay, and other books by the wonderful author Suzanne Collins!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UG83NPTKIDCX?ASIN=0439023521	I enjoyed reading the book The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">.I enjoyed reading the book The Hunger Games.  I am sure the movie is much more graphic in its violence, which I don't enjoy. The subject matter of the book is one of violence, but it is not  so graphically described as to make it impossible to read or deal with. It is well written and you get the message without being disturbed by it. I am considering going on to read book 2.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9HNZXHYGHW5T?ASIN=0439023521	Exciting, Fast, Easy Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I personally loved this book! Keep in mind adults, it was written originally for teenagers. I see many reviewers complaining how Katniss, as a character, is too fickle, shallow, selfish, etc. She is a teenager as well - this is how they act and how the targeted audience can relate to the character, and I felt very true to life!<br/><br/>Exciting plot and fast-paced. Read it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19LQEOFZ7NU62?ASIN=0439023521	I LOVED the hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I cannot express the feelings I had while reading throughout this book. It takes me through a never been before journey of the hunger games. Suzanne Collins is forever my favorite author. I can't wait to read Catching Fire. :D she also wrote with such force and power that I stayed up several nights reading and thinking about the the book. I LOVE THE HUNGER GAMES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HE1MWCW1GXQQ?ASIN=0439023521	Did I ever really love it?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought I loved this book.I would jump up and down in the hallways of school and sing about The Hunger Games.But then there was going to be a movie!I thought the movie would be great but it was not.The more and more talk I would hear about the movie.The talk brought my spirits down about the book.I saw the movie and went over the book in my head.I guess it just got worn out.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YE0GT2PDPWW0?ASIN=0439023521	MARVELOUS!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Aimed as a teenager book, makes is description-less and therefore a straight reading right to the end of it.<br/>No fooling around with words, Collins builds the tension in a way that you simply can't let go of the book.<br/><br/>*** Very good for non readers to start and find out the joy of reading and fall into something absolutly great!! ***<br/><br/>Simply MARVELOUS!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29KV46FLK8QYT?ASIN=0439023521	Holy crap! Amazing Book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow. This is definatley my favorite book. I could not put it down. The first page got me hooked. I just finished reading all 3 of the hunger gaes books and i am astonished. worth my time and money. they will release a movie in March of 2012. i recomed these books to anybody who can read the english language. if you are old and dying read these books before you die. not a joke.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3T9JKM11LXTVG?ASIN=0439023521	Not Completely Original but Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a pleasant surprise after having a few duds in a row. While it certainly isn't the most original storyline (Battle Royale, The Running Man, etc...), it was a page-turner with decent characters and a lot of action.<br/><br/>If you want to read a little deeper into the book there is some good commentary on class disparities as well as the nature of entertainment in society.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1A9KKDLL8FG51?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A great story without bad language and graphic sex</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2K2BHNJ2TAVGN?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is more interesting that I thought it would be.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14I5QQYRDD8R4?ASIN=0439023521	Disappointing and no more.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is a contradiction. It's written really well but the story is disturbing and it's hard for me to understand what kids like about it so much. If it was like a modern day 1984 or Animal Farm or something comparing modern times or the Arab Spring or something but I think it's all just fantasy which is just disturbing. And the rest of the trilogy doesn't do much better.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1AIAY72XKAXIB?ASIN=0439023521	Last to read this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought I would be one of the last people to read this book as it just did not interest me.  My 3 daughters loved it so I gave it a try. I was instantly hooked on the story and as soon as I finished it saw the movie.  As good as the movie is, the book is better, as is usually true.  I just finished the 2nd in the series and it is even better!  Can't wait to start the third.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RS6CXVGJ609I?ASIN=0439023521	Best Ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins I love you and all your work!!!!! I could not put it down! Finished in a day and a half and started Catching Fire immediately after...Thank you so much for hours of undeniable entertainment, unbeatable drama, extreme suspense, riveting imagination/creativity and mythical elements that lend to the amazing product that is THE HUNGER GAMES...please don't stop now</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PU067I77B9YY?ASIN=0439023521	Perfect read for a lazy, rainy weekend!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't watch it at the theater because I think ticket prices are exorbitant. I recently got an Amazon Prime membership so I watched it on my WI-FI.  I live in the boonies so reception can be spotty.  What I saw of the movie was good so I bought the book.  The book was great and priced very reasonably.  In fact, I bought the trilogy and can hardly wait to start the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUWV34J6L1FJX?ASIN=0439023521	Haven't finished it yet.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie and thought I would read the book. So far I haven't finished it yet, but I am enjoying it. There is more detail in the book then the movie, which was expected. I find it makes it a more enjoyable read. I also understand some details in the movie better now that I'm reading it. I do not want to spoil anything, I would say if you enjoyed the movie, buy the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DFEDZQWHY8J5?ASIN=0439023521	LOVED IT	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I so enjoyed all 3 books.  But this book kept my attention.  I actually watched the movie before I read the book.  I was glad that I did only because it put a face with the person.  But, that is about all I got from the movie.  Don't expect the book to be just good as the movie, the book is GREAT.  Don't stop with the movie you will miss out.  The movie's are always the best!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BJUL5G4FPHK8?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have always found it challenging to read fiction, but this series has turned me around.  From the beginning the author draws you into a great storyline.  The suspense keeps you on edge, eagerly awaiting the fate of the main characters.  I read the entire series over the course of a weekend.  I just couldn't pull away from it.  I hope that the movie will do the book justice.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWMMNPUHH1G7E?ASIN=0439023521	Fabulous Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Once I picked up the first book, I could not put it down.  Wonderful, imaginative, fast moving, exciting read.  I loved all three books and fell in love with the characters.  I was on the edge of my seat through all three books, could not wait to see what the next page would bring.  My hats off to the author, very well written and entertaining.  I was sorry to reach the end.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GXG8WSOQYX9M?ASIN=0439023521	Hard to find the words....	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I decided to read this series because my 11 year old wanted to read it.  As I read, it was difficult for me to find the words to describe how I was feeling about the book. ""Captivated"" is the word I came up with.  The circumstances in the book were difficult but the story was captivating.  It is a very good book to read.  I allowed my 11 year old to read the first book only.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3EL5QPLOC8N4K?ASIN=0439023521	Twihard hooked by Katniss	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Really one of the best young adult books I have ever read! Caught by the story I read the whole sequel in less than a week.<br/>Impressive how the writer stays aways from sex along all three books and still make the love story so appealing. It goes farther than just a young love triangle but rebellion, survival and compassion. It has a really great message behind. Loved it!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4A6RME0JUXQD?ASIN=0439023521	One of the best books I've read in a long time.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book. Started it one day in October of last year and couldn't stop reading! Katniss is such a great main character. She isn't anything like lots of female leads they have these days, vulnerable and weak. She is the exact opposite. Even though the Hunger Games does not start until more than halfway through the book it is still really good and should not be missed.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R224DGRVVUKWGH?ASIN=0439023521	what a great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is not typically my type of reading but i thought I would give it a try..... Well I couldnt put the book down. I literally read the book in one sitting. I have never dont this..lol I started sunday morning and finsihed at midnight. I was drawn into the characters very quickly. It was never repetative and kept my hanging on the entire book! I cant wait to start the next!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26TEPMCDPO2ZB?ASIN=0439023521	Incredible Story and Amazing Start to a Fantastic Trilogy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book has it all. All the hype is worth it in this case. The books is great reading for teens and adults. It features an incredibly strong female protagonist in a very creative and detailed science fiction dystopia. The adventure she is set upon resembles a Greek Myth and is so fast paced you won't be able to put this book down. The whole trilogy is well worth the read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2EX3BHZ503G2T?ASIN=0439023521	Thumbs up for great beginnings	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Right after my daughter finished this book, she wanted the other two, which we got and she also devoured.  She is a very good reader, but it surpised me how fast she read and how interested she was in all topics covered.  Character development within the whole plot made the book very interesting, and she could easily relate to the personal turmoil each of them went through.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R280G628UK0X6B?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read....	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">At first I was not sure if I was going to like the book due to watching the movie first but I was very pleased that I read the book due to the fact that is MUST BETTER than the movie. I enjoyed the story line so much that I went on to read the rest of the series. They kept my interest so much that I read all three in a little over a week. Great for teens through older ages.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HMIWYB2O3NI9?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great novel. Couldn't put it down once I started reading it. Saw the movie before I got the chance to read the book. Of course, the book was way better because had more details of explaining why certain characters/events took place, such as motives, or simply how the person feels about a particular situation/person. This book is worth reading; the author won't let you down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/REDKFBH7K70UR?ASIN=0439023521	Recommended, but had some issues	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is good read, worthy of a look by anyone (adult or youth). There were some silly issues I had with the plot that made some characters unbelievable.  (My biggest issue was that the Government seems all powerful / omniscient one moment and then wishy-washy / ignorant the next.)  Overall, still worth reading if only to get the Authors version before seeing the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3R4QC15T4NT9W?ASIN=0439023521	Interesting combo of Sci-fi, Gothic romance and death ...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">... with a good slice of Romeo and Juliet added for color then throw in a splash of double jeopardy. Interestingly different sci-fi written from a gentler, female perspective - not a hardware techo gadget testosterone gore point of view. There is not much of an element of surprise or suspense however, everything is a little too Gothic romance predictable to give it 5 stars.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RWZXBX2PF9OW?ASIN=0439023521	Great!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've heard of the Hunger Games before, and tried to watch the movie, but the first parts were boring, but this book always leaves you on edge, which makes it great. The best part is the love that Katniss and Peeta share, but Katniss only pretends to love Peeta to stay alive. This book is amazing, you should read it, you'll get hooked. Also Read Catching Fire and Mockingjay.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36M0E6E4VBVZM?ASIN=0439023521	Lives up to the hype	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As a writing and lit teacher at college level, I'm often skeptical of popular late-adolescent fiction.  However, as I die hard fan of dystopias and after rave reviews from my students (across the board), I had to give this book a try.  What fun!  THG is a fast and thrilling read, very accessible, and pure entertainment.  I look forward to books 2 and 3 as good summer reads.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2S79SZ6OLM7DM?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a very interesting story.  It is a very fast moving and well constructed.  The characters are all very different personalities.  Some are good and some bad and some in between. Yet I still kept wanting them all to be saved from the ordeal of the games.  I highly recommend this book to anyone that enjoys a truly original adventure.<a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Hunger-Games/dp/B002MQYOFW"">The Hunger Games</a></span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HF8R7Z13H32T?ASIN=0439023521	Well Pleased!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am through half of the book, and I will say I love this story. I am on the edge of my seat and I am always wanting more. This is an easy read and the story is full of action, mystery and excitement. I just ordered the other two books because I know I will want to continue as soon as I finish the first. Can't wait to see how it all unfolds. I highly recommend this series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1F8GSY8S8L5QD?ASIN=0439023521	Gripping!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not put this book down!  I did not expect to like it as much as I did upon starting; however, as I read further, I found myself fully engaged with the characters, the mentality of the society they lived in, and the environment they were facing.  I devoured this book in 24 hours, reading it every chance I could.  The next two books in the series are just as riveting!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16ZAISZGCGVUE?ASIN=0439023521	I'm Ashamed	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm ashamed any of you people would rate Hunger Games less than ten stars.  I can forgive you if it was an accident, but you and I both know that it wasn't an accident.  This book passed up Uglies and Harry Potter on my favorite list.  How can you live with the guilt of rating Hunger Games a four or less?  I hope the guilt kills you!<br/>Hunger Games can not be outwritten!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R203S4ZGIICYN9?ASIN=0439023521	The whole family loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What a gripping story of what life could be like in the future!  After reading and loving this book, I played the book on CD while our family went on a road trip.  My children all loved it, even the 3 teenagers who usually feel ""too old"" to listen to a family book.  It's an amazing story, with an admirable heroine.  We can't wait to see who she ends up with in the 3rd book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3G2H348LRGE3B?ASIN=0439023521	Absolutely engrossing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It took me just 4 hours, and what a ride! Hunger Games captured me completely, to the near total exclusion of everything else. Great characters, detailed settings, breakneck pacing, and riveting plot. I am hooked and have Catching Fire on order. Our HS students love this one, and will line up for the new entries in this series. BTW, I'm 64, not your typical YA novel reader!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2T73I6X4FHKEK?ASIN=0439023521	Its as good as the rating suggests!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved it to bits!!!<br/>Its was such a change from what i'm reading at the moment and I just loved it!!!<br/><br/>Suzanne transports you to this world that is so bizarre , yet could be so real.<br/>Its a bit like the movie ""Avatar""<br/><br/>A real page turner with twists in the plot at every corner!!<br/>Read it in three days and already on the second book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PGD5XJ07CKSE?ASIN=0439023521	A Family Project	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Forget the movie. This book is so much more. This is literature (don't let that scare you) that teens and parents can share in their discussions about violence in today's world and the permanent changes in persons who live with the violence. Be sure to read the whole trilogy together. Dinner conversations (yes- you can put down the iPhone at dinner) will never be the same.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RE3J7NNJNB2MA?ASIN=0439023521	Way Better than the movie!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I watched the movie first and must admit, I was confused.  There seemed like there were missing pieces.  Now after reading the book, the missing pieces fell in place.  Before, I didn't really care if I watched the movie again.  However, now that I have the bigger picture from reading the book, I would like to see it again.  A must-read, preferably before watching the film!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3EIY7A94ZDU9?ASIN=0439023521	Even better than I'd hoped	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very similar to the movie that was based on this book, which was a pleasant surprise since often books and the movies based on them are vastly different. I enjoyed reliving what I saw onscreen and getting deeper clarification of topics that were only briefly glazed over in the movie. I devoured this book faster than most and cannot wait to read the next two in this series!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVZ9F1CAKQAE8?ASIN=0439023521	After the first few pages i was hooked!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After i had read the first few pages i was hooked.Suzanne Collins has made an awesome Trilogy:The Hunger Games! This is my favorite book of all time. I am in love. I love the Edge, the Adventure,the Spirit,the Excitement,the Entertainment. This book is so good words cannot describe it. If you haven't read it yet I hope you like it,  ""And May The Odds Be Ever In You Favor!""</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPD6TCYY0KQP7?ASIN=0439023521	Hooked	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was hooked immediately! Flew through the book and the entire time was thinking how is this going to work out? I was surprised to find out that younger kids were reading this book because there is a lot of killing and it just seems a little too much for children. The movie isn't as good as the book and without the book I would have been lost. So read it before you see it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2P0I6MPNML76A?ASIN=0439023521	Down hill all the way	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have just finished the hunger games trilogy. The review title indicates that my enjoyment went down as I went from Book 1 to Book 3. The only reason I finished Mockingjay was to get some closure, but it was a battle. The first book was enjoyable, but I felt that book 3 was rushed by the author and I didn't really li,ke the ending. No spoiler alert, I just didn't like it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SF1FO0HZ3B0F?ASIN=0439023521	Avid reader loved it!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am an avid reader who recently discovered books on Audible.com (a division of Amazon). My vision is not as good as it used to be and I started listening to books on DVD's. Now I download books onto my iPod and listen all day.  I LOVED,The Hunger Games. It is a story of unknown strengths, astonishing sacrifices, amazing relationships and love of both friends and family.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RMG1AXJ96T3O?ASIN=0439023521	A Great Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The gripping story of sixteen year-old Katniss Everdeen in the Hunger Games captivated me from start to finish. This book is like a hybrid combination of Stephen King and Stephenie Meyer. It has something for almost everyone: adventure, bloody horror, and even a little romance. I was rooting for the heroine from the beginning. You definately need to read this amazing book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19LMJWPRTKCV3?ASIN=0439023521	Great first in the series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't know why it took me so long to finally read the first book in the series. The thing I love about this book is that it's from Katniss's perspective telling the story which makes it flow and just takes you right along for the ride. There hasn't been many books that have grabbed me and made me want to finish as quickly as I have for this one. Well, on to the next....</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RAQIT2A1HYS6X?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I came into the Hunger Games after seeing the first movie.  I loved it and could tell why so many people loved it.  I then purchased all 3 of the Hunger Game books and read and reread them twice.  I fell in love with the people in the books and the struggles that they go through and the triumph and spirit that flows through the story.  Don't miss this book and the series.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3EJYB2JJJID02?ASIN=0439023521	Logan	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I totally loved it everybody said I couldn't read it because I'm 9 , but I showed them<br/> I think it was AMAZING! I saw the movie and I thought it was great too. but the book was better. I also read catching fire and saw the movie I liked it at first but the ending left me hanging. I would rate it 5 stars and recommendations to anybody who likes to read intense stories</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DCB5QDUXEBKE?ASIN=0439023521	Fascinating	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Ok, I'm not a young adult, but you don't have to be to read this series. A strong female role thrust into life saving and changing choices, made with bravery and tenderness. The fantastical world of Panem just kept me wanting more. I started readingat 12, the Hobbit, I couldn't put it down, like an addict ive serched for that first thrill, this is it, so many years later.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29KOJCZPCXNF0?ASIN=0439023521	A fantastic read if you are trying to pick up reading as a hobby	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is one amazing book. I recently bought a kindle to encourage reading and it is by far the best decision i made. Im not an avid reader, i find readig boring, but i was able to finish this book in no time and i am now on to the 2nd book in the trilogy. After completin the first one you wont be able to stop there so just save $$ and buy the entire trilogy. Happy reading</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26SSB6E4XQR8M?ASIN=0439023521	Surprisingly Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book makes you question your assumptions. All the press and fanfare were not just sensationalism as a skeptic would guess... Remarkably thought-provoking. Despite the seeming age-inappropriate violence, the merging of rustic survival &amp; the consequences of not being aware of contemporary issues is pleasantly surprising and in high demand for this emergent generation.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36LIR65Y7CEPK?ASIN=0439023521	Nice for a quick read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a little too black and white for my tastes, and in the same vein everyone except the main character wears their hearts on their sleeves to me.<br/><br/>Still great for any mid-teen who enjoys reading, if a young child wants to read it I would suggest a parent read it first to see if they want to expose their child to occasionally brutal and descriptive violence.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FQ5ZVKT5ZCTG?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I haven't been this moved by a book in years.<br/>I was sceptical, at first hearing of the movie a year ago. I didn't know what it was about, but I just assumed it wasn't worth my time to read the book. But I'm so glad I did because it is awesome, and well written. Can't wait to read the next book, and see the movie!<br/>I gave it 5 stars because to me it had no flaws.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2EZTRLU1BX4K3?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book so much, even if it was the second time I read it. It has the perfect balance between death, hatred, and romance. I gave it 5 stars because it keeps you on the edge and wanting more. It has a perfect ending that makes you want to continue the series. I would recommend this book to people who aren't faint of heart, love action, and want a little romance.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17YBPWSQM3C29?ASIN=0439023521	Book 1? GREAT. Book 2? Depressing. Book 3? Predictable.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The film doesn't do the first book of this trilogy justice. This is a spectacular book that is original and heart wrenching. But don't get too used to it... The 2nd book is depressing but worth reading while the 3rd book is a waste of paper. A predictable conclusion that tried to be profound and show that no matter who is in charge, corruption and selfishness will reign.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1S1F7QQ14QE3Z?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The precept of this book is deplorable: young, hungry people killing each other for the amusement of the bored well-to-do. The book is almost sheer violence, somewhat offset by 'teen and family affection. I stuck with it to the end, but have no desire to read a next in the series. The writing is somewhat immature, like a young writer not yet having reached her best work.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZFOIHDXP3IFX?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Have read all 3 books in the series and liked them ok. Find that this may be well suited for youngsters. I think this hits best with romantic oriented teens - boys as well as girls. The third book was longish and not at the level of the 2 first. All this said, I an old man in his 60s devoured the first book, read the second with interest and made it through the last one.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3D167R35II61V?ASIN=0439023521	Crazy good!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After reading all the 5 star reviews, there is not much left to be said about how good this book is. Starting right from paragraph 1 to the last wrods, AWESOME! Yes it hits a specific'tolerant"" market and yes it hits with a dozen bullseyes! One of my faves, can't wait to see the movie, I hope they can capture the essence of the book. Buy the book before seeing the movie!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3J65KVGY1Y6JI?ASIN=0439023521	So far... I only put it down to write this review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I haven't been able to put this book down! Okay, so I did sleep last night, but other than that - It is not out of my hands for more than 5 minutes!<br/><br/>I was nervous to purchase this (on my nook) because it is for ""Young Adults"" but I think this is appropriate for adults as well. It is an easy read grammatically, but it is intense in plot though (no spoilers here!).</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28AW7T3BCIEG6?ASIN=0439023521	Didn't want to put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Having read the Twilight series (and enjoying them very much), I read this one due to Stephenie Meyer's recommendation.  I completely enjoyed this book! I think I actually enjoyed it as much as the Twilight series, if not more.  This book is suspenseful and keeps you wanting to know more.  The description of the book doesn't do it justice - read it, it's worth the time.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1V4F36P8AZPKJ?ASIN=0439023521	Breathtaking	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thoroughly enjoyed this book. It was horrifying what they expected of young people and it is very dark to even think that something like this could happen. That is the hardest thing about this story, the total disconnection of real life and the Games. I gave this rating because it was well written and pulled me in right away and made me care about the main characters.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMK12IFEQDOSS?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Breath Taking Story That I Couldn't Put Down For A Second!!! Definitely Deserves 4 Stars. It Was All Inspiring To Me The Way Katniss Stood Up For Herself And Wouldn't Get Proved Wrong, All Through Out This Deadly War The Was Meant For Only One To Survive. This Book Should Be Recommended For Any Age That Can Handle It. It's Touching And Can Send Chills Down Your Spine !!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2868CI78QR8LP?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">All I will say is you must read this book if you want a story that will keep you on the edge of your seat and give you a place to disappear into another world that you will find is not so much unlike ours. And could one day be very much the same in many ways. Take a chance and give this book a read, you will find out what all the fuss has been about and be glad you did.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1C89AUF4CQPE2?ASIN=0439023521	Thoroughly enjoyed it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As many other reviewers have noted, they could not put it down. Nor could I for that matter. I read the entire series in a weekend! That is not to say the rest of the series as good as The Hunger Games. I was often reminded of The Handmaid's Tale for a near time dystopia. The story is riveting, the character unlikable at times but believable. Highly recommended reading!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3R7EWO8IYVEZV?ASIN=0439023521	Un-put-downable	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is awesome. The narrative is fluid, events lead from one to the other so fast that you wouldn't dream of putting it down for a second. The series has underlying themes of oppression, political unrest, human subjugation, desensitization, reality TV.. the elements that will compose the imaginable future. Beautifully conceptualized and excellent food for thought.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6D7AHPSFUB39?ASIN=0439023521	Best book out of the trilogy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">First one is usually the best. The sequels are usually not as great. Having said that you still would want to read the whole trilogy. The first on really sucks you in. I agree the story is twisted. But the twistedness and the awful things that happen in this book is never glorified. Evil is never OK. You will do unjustice to this trilogy if you don't read all the books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTWX35HBQB8YB?ASIN=0439023521	Best Series EVER!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am not a ""reader"" by any means, but after a couple friends suggested this book (and the whole series) I decided to give it a try.  I plowed through the entire series in 5 days!  I could not put this book down and stayed up half the night to finish it.  I can't say enough good things about it.  Try it...I dare you not to like it.  May the odds forever be in your favor!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35MF7DXA1HZMH?ASIN=0439023521	I hunger for more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is just incredible. From the first page to the last, it keeps you hooked. There is always something going on in the story. The way it is written is great too. It is written like we would all live it and remember it. From the moments of now, to the memories of years ago, it all fits and describes something more than just a story.<br/><br/>A great read. Well written.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VL548B45CHFE?ASIN=0439023521	Loved this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely loved this book, it was fast paced and very exciting! I loved the story and and the characters. I can't help but hope that the relationship between Peeta and Katniss grows and they actually become what the districts view them as, star-crossed lovers. I am very excited to start the second book in the series and hope that it is just as exciting as the first.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RFI0IY2QUIV8?ASIN=0439023521	Book Better than Movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Of course that is always to case as the movie would have to be over 3 hours long.  Listened to this book after watching the movie and picked up on so many more head tilting awws.  I wish movies could portray the books exactly.  The ending when on the Cornucopia was one of my favorite parts when looking into the beasts eyes and the potential realization of who they are.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R60DTHSK60TH?ASIN=0439023521	Great first book in the trilogy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The first book of the three part series really drew me in and made me HAVE to buy Catching Fire the second I finished this book!  Such an interesting concept and totally amazing imagination Suzanne Collins has in this book, I really enjoyed reading it.  I would give it more than 5 stars if I could.  Read it before you see the movie America, you will appreciate it more.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1B3EFLGDUXLN9?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing Book/Series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I heard about this book I didn't think I would like it. Then I heard so much from others I bought it, started reading and couldn't put it down. It grabs you right from the beginning. As soon as I finished it , i downloaded the next book, and spent half the night reading. An amazing story with great characters that you love. Read all three books for the full story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R63JAL74AJ67K?ASIN=0439023521	The book is okay, the narrator isn't really.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book itself is quite a good read. It's fast and little simple but a good read. However, you should stick to the book. The audio version is narrated by a woman who sounds like a Saturday Night Live version of a narrator. Her voice has no sense of irony, cynicism, anger, happiness, etc. Its just overly lofty with no inflection or tone. Other than a decent storyline.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38US0U1ZEG066?ASIN=0439023521	If you don't already know...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book that started it all...<br/>I didn't know writers could capture your heart the way Suzanne Collins did in this book. Most people have seen the movie but I highly recommend the book. It trumps the movie. Plus... She knows how to leave you hanging at the end of the book. Good news is you can just order the next one, where as in the beginning you had to wait! :)</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3P6Y0WHEGUKL2?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome Book - Read Before the Movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I honestly couldn't put this book down, even though I had already seen the movie. I'm now on the second book, and while I haven't seen the second movie, I'm just as into it. It's an easy read, suspenseful, and tugs on your emotions. I definitely recommend this book if you love reading and want to get lost in another world for awhile (or if you commute via subway). :-)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13OZ1Y9WTJQYG?ASIN=0439023521	I loved the book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book because,I am a fantasy lover and I am interested in long books…even know I am only 9 and can't read a lot of the words,the words that I could read made me jump in an enthusiastic way,though I don't like gore,blood,and violence a lot.Otherwise I didn't read that much violence that could freak me out.<br/><br/>One of the best books I have ever read!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2H4YSNW71Q0SW?ASIN=0439023521	The fight	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is an amazing experience of how these two people who in the beginning were never on the speaking terms and then as the games began they started to get along. Yet it still seems clear that they have their limits.(Aka Katniss and Peeta)I really love this book because it seems to be about two people who never really knew each other and then they start to fall in love.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R154DK9XWF9KHX?ASIN=0439023521	I didn't think I'd like it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had a baby six months ago and have very little uninterrupted time. I used to read a lot when I was younger but haven't so much the past few years. My sister kept telling me to read this book but I didn't think I'd like it. I was wrong. I was hooked from the first page and read it every free minute I had until I finally finished it. I can't wait to read the next one!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ACI0XF95UH2X?ASIN=0439023521	Riveting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Thoroughly enjoyed this book, turned the last page and immediately logged onto Amazon to purchase the next one. I had been slightly sceptical thinking that maybe it was more of a teenagers novel but believe me, I'm 47 and usually a reader of psychotic thrillers and I could not put it down. It was exciting, different and had every element needed to ensure a great read.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBYUETSYQH5E8?ASIN=0439023521	don't judge a book by it's cover	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I first read the book I wasn't super excited about it. But now we're studying it in school. After re-reading it twenty times and studying every word I began to appreciate it more. Still not the best book, but one of the best, definitely recommend it for anyone. You may not like it, but it's well written and deals with very interesting and thought provoking ideas.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBEDV0C3KVCHL?ASIN=0439023521	Not bad but I wouldnt start the series because in the end youll be disapointed	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I personaly thought this book was good but Ive read the whole series and wish I never read it because I thought the books after this would have been as good as the first.Id just read this book and forget the rest.But thats kinda hard to do when your expecting something great....But this book isnt too bad its an interesting read.<br/>L.A.Bartley<br/>{a Green Day fan]</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ERK3AOKKZGLJ?ASIN=0439023521	Highly recommend reading this series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When you start reading this book, it is hard to take breaks. I dont want to put it down once I start reading! this book is a amazing!!! I didn't think I was going to honestly like it, then I was told I should read it they told me a little about it I went ugh ok... And very glad I took there advise, I fell in love with the book, plan on getting the rest of the series!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RW8MAAY63NR8?ASIN=0439023521	Great Adventure	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Didn't think I could get into a book written in present tense, but Collins won me over! After I started, I just couldn't stop. Katniss is such an engaging character that pulled me through her adventure. The world she lives in is so richly developed that I had to know more.<br/><br/>All I can say is you have to pick this one up and may the odds be ever in your favor.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KVXOTWE1ZVOG?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After seeing the movie I decided to read the book (not only to see how it is, but so that I could find out what happens in the next one), and I do not regret it at all. The book offers an insight into Katniss' thoughts that the movie just can not achieve, and the extra level of detail provides a much greater understanding into the film. A fun and easy read for anyone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2A0LQTANH46ET?ASIN=0439023521	Fast-paced, engaging story!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I got this book after all of my friends raved about it and insisted I read it before seeing the movie.  I am so glad I took their advice!  The author writes with enough detail to engage the imagination, but does not get bogged down in excessive details and descriptions.  I stayed up very late to read it, but didn't mind the ""Hunger Games Hangover"" the next day at all!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2892IVXFBS8W9?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is definitely one of the best I have ever read. It is a bit gory, but it is amazing regardless.<br/><br/>At first, I wondered why everybody was going about this book when the movie came out. I was puzzled by how a book called The Hunger Games could be so addicting, 'cause after all, it didn't sound very interesting. I changed my mind after I read the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RO14DMM01UDKZ?ASIN=0439023521	EXCELLENT read & so much better than the movie!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you want to see the movie...WAIT!  You have to read the novel, first!  Yes, the movie is good but the novel is SO much better.  The movie is not able to catch the emotional 'mind reading' that the reader of the novel is privvy to.  And get the next 2 books in que because when you finish this one, you will want to immediately order the next!  Thank you, Ms. Collins!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQSP38HW4QADT?ASIN=0439023521	loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After all the hype, I just couldn't sell myself on this one until I had tons of people tell me it was wonderful.  Boy, was I missing out!  It took a few chapters for me to get into it since I'd seen the movie previews so I had an idea of what to expect, but man, was it great!  Such a fast read and I couldn't put it down.  Now I can't wait to get started on the others.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXHCD3O4RN8XI?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this book.  The pace is perfect, the writing is fun to read, the characters have depth, and I was always on my toes.  It is thought provoking for sure.  Even though there is death and death is one of the themes of the book, the author uses is more as a ""value of life"" lesson than a bloodslinging gore fest (which I really appreciated).  Excellent read.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2I22W71VIWI43?ASIN=0439023521	Slow start but then grew into a WONDERFUL story!! MUST READ!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow... In the beginning I didn't think I was going to be able to really get into the storyline but once part II of the book began I was TOTALLY hooked. Excellent story. I love the character development and the pace of the book. I couldn't put it down once I got into the story. The ending has left me wanted more. Can't wait to begin reading the next book in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2R1J6FL6PFSA8?ASIN=0439023521	Read cover to cover in a few days	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">An excellent piece of young adult fiction, really well written and well paced pros. The writing really draws you along chapter to chapter, I couldn't put it down.  An excellent premise for sci fi subject exploring interesting themes around the intersect of personal identity, reality TV and all pervasive violence in contemporary entertainment set in a future dystopia.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YGDRZ5SAUGX3?ASIN=0439023521	Lives up to the Fuss	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had wondered what all the fuss was about. I knew this was primarily a ""young adult"" read, but this 72 year old did enjoy it. A good mix of science fiction without the implausible extras.  Let's hope this is not the way the world is headed,  but ...  I liked this one I ordered volume 2 and will go on to complete the trilogy and perhaps even view the film(s).</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5QOU5D9TSP33?ASIN=0439023521	Just my opinion	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I know with the popularity of the series there are a lot of haters out there now and I'm not saying that it's written perfect or this is the pinnacle of YA storytelling. I simply enjoyed the series. It was an engaging read and had enough subtext and intrigue to keep me going and entertained throughout all the books.<br/><br/>Maybe not perfect but I really liked it.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2R874VH98A6GP?ASIN=0439023521	I enjoyed it a lot	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After watching the film, I wasn't surprised to find lots of details missing from the movie in the book. It is a very easy reading, with what starts as a simple story moves forward and turns into a little kind of political story. Of course, not very deep, but with some hints of it, enough to keep you following the characters that weren't that developed for the screen.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2P9O71KIXAXF5?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I told myself I would read the book before I watched the movie but never got the chance to get the book. But I eventually watched the movie before the book, clearly not as planned but after watching the movie I loved it even more. I bought the book that night. Loved everything about it more than the movie. So now I'm on my way to buy the second book! I'm so excited!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R391AXQIR7R5PA?ASIN=0439023521	Good enjoyable read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie recently and enjoyed it but knew their was more depth to the story. I wanted to understand more of the whys  - the details that can't be explained by acting.  The book definitely added more color and I'm glad I bought it.  It was a simple, fast read but I found myself looking forward to getting back to the book. I did buy the next book in the trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2AGKEU1R41TE?ASIN=0439023521	Where was the editor?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The story is juvenile, but it caught my interest and moved quickly so I read the whole book. But it is so poorly edited that I actually got out my red pencil and started marking it up with proofing marks. I think it is a pity that young people who read this book (it is aimed at teens) will find such a poor example of writing and editing. I cannot recommend this book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R175K1PCEH0VJ?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The reason I gave this book a five star rating is because of how it had thrills action and  mixed up romance. I would have to say I loved everything about this book, the best book I've ever read. I would recommend this book to all of my friends and family. In fact my mother is about to read this book. Suzanne Collins you have done the world a favor writing this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DIAE9YGS30CZ?ASIN=0439023521	Hard to put down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw and loved the movie before I read the book.  The book was great.  Much more detail, of course, then the movie and hard to put down once I started reading. I don't have a lot of time to read so I read mostly at night so I just finished reading it last night.  The ending was a lot different then the movie so now I can hardly wait to start reading the second book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BJ1U4FE6OPYM?ASIN=0439023521	A great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I would have liked a little more information about the time frame of this book - is it about 2030 or further into the future.<br/>It is a completely different world than we know - did our world just wear itself out and this is what it came to.  How did the capitalists get in control?  Story is very interesting as it goes- just not enough info as to where it started.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2042V3NF8C2GB?ASIN=0439023521	Extroardinary but not to go OMG!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The setting and the telling of the story is DYNAMITE!!!!!!! But the way the characters act is messed up. First Katniss is like not talking to Peeta then it PEETA,PEETA,PEETA the whole time. And Peeta's like don't go there yeah you love her and want her with you but she's going there to save your life!!! I mean it's a good book but just read it and see what I mean. K?</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3S1C9BYTLS30V?ASIN=0439023521	If you haven't read  it Get it NOW!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This trilogy was given to me as gift. As the author of The Spiritual Warriors (The Warriors of the Way) I was able to appreciate the scope and breadth of this series. It surpassed my expectations and I have since given out several sets of my own to friends who haven't(can you believe it) read them yet. Don't hesitate to read them, much better than the movie trust me.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2A8GJPBYQCNP7?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome girl hero	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great book, especially for teen girls maybe 14+. I'm so tired of heroines who just whine &amp; cry about why some boy doesn't love them enough! Katniss is a great role model - a young girl who can take care of herself, and wants nothing more than to help and protect her friends and family.  Yes, there's lots of violence here, but it's not gory or gross at all.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3M2IYEIUODK72?ASIN=0439023521	a must read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book is my faveorite of the three hunger games books, i would stay up till past midnight reading it nd set myalarm early to gt up and read! i am an e treme harry potter fan and this book is amazing, nothing like hary potter though· a lot of gruesome killing and few to none language in it, i cnat wait to go see th movie and hope you enjoy the book!!! irs awesome!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6LI2H3KF16WB?ASIN=0439023521	Brilliant!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not put this book down, and when I had to, I was dying to get back to it. It was absolutely and utterly amazing. It had me laughing, crying, screaming, and emitting all sorts of emotions because I became so engrossed in the story. It made me feel like I was actually there and that these characters were my friends. You will not be disappointed with this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37BUZ5M9LYD55?ASIN=0439023521	Wow	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have to say it took me a long time to give in and read this book. Once I finally read through the first few pages I was hooked. Suzanne Collins writes in a way that you can see what is going on, it's like you are right there with katniss in  her thoughts feeling what she is experiencing. Thank you Suzanne for such a great read I can't wait to start catching fire!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RXU0EOZ6AI5K?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love authors that fall off the box. This is the case. Using scenarios and situations that we've experienced in other novels where a post apocaliptic world is the base, Suzanne Collins has given an original twist and produced this gem. I've already read the trilogy and It was one of the best investments on reading in the last year. Thanks Suzanne and keep writing!.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3M2O4FIZ2O4IZ?ASIN=0439023521	I am obsessed with this book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I chose to give this book all of its stars because it is completely entrancing, and I couldn't put it down. The characters are lovable, even though our heroine doesn't know it herself. I cannot wait to continue the trilogy! These  adolescents will continue to mature in the face of these hardships they have already endured, but also enter into the realm of celebrity.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RX271B7JPLRN5?ASIN=0439023521	Just Imagine	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Just imagine being so beaten down that noone dares defy the government when they set children to killing each other for sport?  Imagine the strength it takes to be the one who stands up, not by choice but for your own survival?  This book was so amazing I could not put it down.  I am sooooo glad I have kindle because I downloaded all 3 books and read them in 3 days!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16CBYR34Q2AEE?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't even know about this until my daughter told me about it, and then the movie came out as well.  I couldn't put it down and am already on the second book and can't put that one down either.  I will be buying the last one as well.  Great reading, makes you feel like you are there with the characters at every step they make.  I really enjoyed reading this one!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R100ZB7HIXV0OZ?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I finished this book over the span of a couple days; I just couldn't put it down. It's really well-written, the story is intriguing and the characters are easy to empathize with. I got the feeling that near the end she didn't know how to conclude it, so she just finished the chapter and stopped writing. That's my only beef: you don't get closure until the last book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCKT34EUJK9VQ?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing book.  A must read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I read this book, I got more into it than any other book that I have ever read.  I loved every minute of it and I'm sure it will get read again not too long from now.  The only thing I didn't like was how the relationship ended at the end of the book . . . but that just made me pick up the second book as soon as I finished the first, so I guess her plan worked.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LT1QW2V6LAMT?ASIN=0439023521	Unexpectedly Great.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After putting off reading yet another dystopian teen story, I finally decided to read the Hunger Games.  Frankly, I am probably the last person to do so, as everyone else figured out eons ago that it is a good story.  Katniss is a compelling character, which made me want to find out what happens to her.  I look forward to reading the next installment In the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNK6RH7GD5VW2?ASIN=0439023521	Very Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is hard to like a book that has people killing other people. But Collins makes the book well detailed. She tells a detailed dystopian story of two people I love and trying to keep it up and live. I gave it a four because it has teens killing other teens (that's why it is not a 5) but it has good details and words that help you get a very detailed mental picture.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3Q372H5ZESXXF?ASIN=0439023521	Finally read this...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was on the fence about reading this for a long time. Now, that I finally have, I love it and can not wait to read the other two books. It has heartbreaking moments, but is overall a story of triumph. The main characters overcome a lot and have to conceal their emotions in order to conquer those controlling them. I loved it and should have read it a long time ago.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R188129WL6PDRR?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for the Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I chose this title because once I started reading it, I just couldn't wait to pick it up and see what happened to Kat and Peetah. I did not watch the movie, but have seen trailers for the second movie and decided I should see what everyone liked about the first book. So glad I did! It held my interest and was an easy read. Looking forward to the rest of the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GGTF7SED39IK?ASIN=0439023521	Great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I initially thought this book would be very, very depressing.  I admit that it's not a 100% work of inspiration, but it's not very depressing at all and the story is beautifully told.  Each moment, you're right there with Katniss and the other tributes.  And you can't help but have the organic feeling of wanting Katniss and Peeta to win.  This was a wonderful read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SSDBPJ607UAK?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really liked this book. It shows courage and its a great love story too. Its full of action! This book is one of the only books that I have been able to read all the way through. Its one of those books that you pick up and never want to put down. I have read it 3 times already. This book is like the movie but it has a few extra parts. Im getting the 2nd book now.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3961WT8F7O1IQ?ASIN=0439023521	Just OK	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was just ok for me.  I wanted to know what all the hype was about so I read the book, watched the movie and then read the 2nd and 3rd books of the series.<br/>  I really enjoy the Dystopian genre... But this trilogy was my least favorite of my recent reads.  If you're looking for something similar but better.... Try the Divergent series by Veronica Roth!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3E5ZSDV777FWX?ASIN=0439023521	THE HUNGER GAMES	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I never thought I  would enjoy this book because of the violence, but it was recommended by a friend.  Once I started reading it, I could not put it down. It is a cry for the end to violence and war. Just to have compassion and not send our children to fight wars that we and our leaders have created over the centuries.  I had to read all three books in this series.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FS19UP6NFPSL?ASIN=0439023521	Read it, dont listen to it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really like this book and the movies, I've read it and watched it and it was just wonderful! However, the lady that narrates the book in the audiobook version completely ruined it. I don't understand why they got someone that's like late 30s at least to read for Katniss... Seriously couldn't even stay interested because of her, and I'm a HUGE fan of this series!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1W6FVGEQYIOO3?ASIN=0439023521	Worth the second glance	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I tried to read this once before months ago,unfortunately, I couldn't get through it.  I found it slow &amp; boring.  People will hate me for saying so,but, it was the movie that got me to give this book a chance again.  I'm glad I did,I thoroughly enjoyed every moment in this book as it filled  in some holes for me &amp; I look forward to reading the rest of the trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28FQGGS6TUHRZ?ASIN=0439023521	Better than I expected	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a book I did not think I would be interested in reading but it turned out to be compelling.  This book and the second book in the series were the best.  Not unlike some other trillogies the third book took me the longest to read.  If you read the first book you will definitely want to read the second and third.  Much intrigue and political / social angst.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ENRNF0P6G1FS?ASIN=0439023521	Moving in every way...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie before I read this and I have to say the book is far more moving and beautiful than the movie. I understand that many of the things that are in the book can't possible make on screen due to time. This story is so moving and just filled with anger, sadness, and just really good. I recommend it and suggest reading the book prior to watching the film.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3B167ETSEM46O?ASIN=0439023521	A great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I always have trouble finishing books that I've started. I decided to read this because my wife loved it and the boys in my middle school Sunday School class had read it many times. I couldn't put it down! I read this book in 3 nights even though I had to work each day after that. I am really looking forward to the 2nd book and I may even start reading it tonight.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVPF3O0KS8ASC?ASIN=0439023521	Unique, amazing, well created	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book draws the reader in and makes you stay up until the wee hours of the morning to read more!  The author's grammar can be less than desirable at moments, but the story line is creative and unique enough to make you disregard the grammar.  It is an easy read and very worthy of 5 stars.  I am looking forward to the next two books and wishing there were more!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJP2ORNHXAX3Y?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book I picked up because of a review I skimmed over in a magazine. Before I knew it I had finished all 3 books in less then a week. They are fast paced, with wonderful characters who capture your heart and dont let go. I only hope everyone enjoys these as much as I did. Also Im keeping my fingers crossed that Hollywood wont screw up when they make the movies.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HAFQZXVI7I9Q?ASIN=0439023521	wow!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the first book since the Da Vinci Code that I've been unable to put down. I am usually a strict bed-time fiction reader. But this book had me hooked all day yesterday. And since this is categorized (at least by my library) as ""young adult"" I feel obliged to point out that I'm a middle-aged man. Young adult? I LOVED this book and am anxious for the sequels.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RPTH01PYQU02?ASIN=0439023521	I loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I just want to start off by saying that this book made my day with its outstanding pleasantness. The way this book filled me with joy has no words of describing. The Capitol was oh so kind to tributes. They made sure that they never went hungry or thirsty and met all their needs. They were so caring and kind to the district. I want to be like them when I grow up.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTGQ2ORSOLHEG?ASIN=0439023521	What a way to grow up!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This story takes a young girl, guarded in her actions, protected by people who see her strengths even though she doesn't , and places her in situations where she becomes more aware of her mental and physical capabilities.  Throw in finding her fight of allowing love into her life and you have the makings of a story that quickly draws the reader into a great read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2EH2DKBOPCUBB?ASIN=0439023521	the	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">hi i am still young but when i get older i am going to be a author i want to fallow in suzanne collins foot steps thanks for wrighting the hunger games becuse with out you i would never want to be a author and every one said i could never be as good as a reader like all the other kids thank you mrs.lee for not giving up no me and may the odds ever be in her favor</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18R8O2VV0M2AS?ASIN=0439023521	amazing!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">ok the hunger games is a amazing book. if you have seen the movie and think its the same as the book your wrong. the book is so much better. i kmow everyone says that but its true for this. this book touches everyone that reads it. if your concerdering this book just get it its amazing amd as soon as you finish the book youll be dyingfor the next in the series!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RK3SOU7U554LU?ASIN=0439023521	Almost perfect.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of the best YA fantasies I have read since Harry Potter. I could have easily read it in one day if I had the time. Katniss is a well rounded character with clear motives. I don't quite understand Peeta, but maybe that will come in the next book. The part about Rue was beautifully written. Overall an excellent book worth the price. I will be buying the others.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15I8ZEECR9AXA?ASIN=0439023521	absolutely amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Won't make this too long, but just want to say I would DEFINITELY recommend this book. I couldn't put it down from the moment I started it, and I had to finish it that very day. It reminds me of a mixture between ""The Most Dangerous Game"" and ""The Lottery"" (both short stories). Very unique story line. It's brutal, but fantastic. You won't regret buying this one!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19ONJQXJL4F96?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This thrilling masterpiece is a page Turner for young adults. If you think while you read, then you will realize while the majority of the action was in the Games, the book isn't about the Games themselves. It is a satire. The capitol has no idea that if you rub torture in people's faces for long enough, they will rebel. And how the Games distort reality itself.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32CEJ1K3P8EM6?ASIN=0439023521	Out of hand reality television	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Interesting technique in first person about a hypothetical situation. It keeps you wanting to read on and even to read the next book. Could it happen? I suppose it could be much worse. Although I don't really expect it will get this bad.Out of hand television reality shows(Sports) didn't happen like Roller- Ball either( a similar story popular in the eighties. )</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HC3OHE6Z90OK?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing Story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book because the movie was coming out and really didn't expect tp like it.  But, I was almost instantly swept away and promptly ordered the series for my Kindle.  I read all 3 in less than a week.  I found myself staying up later than normal to read.  The characters are engaging, and the story is disturbing, but so unique that I couldn't put it down.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JWJHTVAD7EN1?ASIN=0439023521	My heart breaks	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Who knew that a book I started reading because my child was doing extra credit work on it and I felt the need to read it to make sure he was actually doing his work and getting it right would leave me wanting more o Katniss and Peers. My y heart breaks for Peeta because we have all been in the situation of one side d love before. I'm very sad but ready for more.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3ATKTGL2VB0I1?ASIN=0439023521	Awesomely Fun!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Had me hooked from the beginning. This is a book that actually makes you feel. Have seen the movie and the book, both are extremely incredible. It starts out with a girl named Katniss and after her sister being entered into a deathmatch (fight to the death), and as a big sister, she takes her little sister's place in the contest. That is all I can tell you......</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3D0H910ZZYY28?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book. Even if you've seen the movie I would reccomend you read the book before moving on to the second one. It gives you a way better idea of what goes on on Katniss mind than the movie, also yu understand better the situation they live and Peeta's feelings.<br/><br/>I saw the movie first, then read the book and yet I was hanging on every chapter.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHKKRINICYB55?ASIN=0439023521	Best.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This has got to be the most amazing book I have ever read. I've never experienced such emotion and fear while reading before. Their journey to survival is remarkable and you feel emotionally attached to Katniss, and Peeta. I laughed, I cried, and I couldn't put it down. It took me less than two days to finish. If that doesn't tell you anything than nothing will.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JY0ZALLPBAW1?ASIN=0439023521	ONE WORD - EXCEPTIONAL!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">How do you act when you are in a game and you HAVE TO KILL FOR SURVIVAL? Once you are faced with a competitor you cannot AFFORD TO BE VULNERABLE OR HESITANT, SO YOU KILL OR DIE TRYING! This story was GRIPPING! There were times MY HEART BEAT ACCELERATED IN ANTICIPATION as each scenario played out.<br/><br/>If you have the stomach for this, then you should read and enjoy!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31YJFHBBD807R?ASIN=0439023521	You Will be EAGER for the Next Book in the Series!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">THE HUNGER GAMES is a compelling Young Adult novel that will have readers on edge with every page. Katniss is a fascinating main character who anyone could root for, especially when she is torn between her burgeoning feelings for Peeta in a very dangerous situation. An action story of star-crossed lovers and sociological intrigue, everyone should read this book!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R92EVC0G5CL45?ASIN=0439023521	A fun book but the series is repetitive	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've read all three and i enjoyed the first book. It was a fun, light read. I am amazed at how many reviewers think this is a great work of art. It's not. I think books 2 and 3 in the series are repetitive. So, I'd suggest you might want to skip the next two books if you agree with my opinion of the first. But if you think Collins is our next Hemingway, read on.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3A4EC0MU5SGXW?ASIN=0439023521	Books are always better	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Riveting book. Of course better than the movies.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3T44G86GMJ67Y?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing book makes you want to read more. I absolutely loved the book. What I loved about the book is how engrossing and well plotted the book is. What I hated is when I put the book down to stop reading, I didn't want to but I had to. But other then that you should read this book and book series!!!!!! This book is absolutely fabulous 😘😍😉☺😊😀😃😄😛😝😜⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VZ6VW3KY5VNF?ASIN=0439023521	Entertaining and unusual	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Feels silly to write a review for this book since almost everyone has read it, but I'll add to the positive feedback. This book is well written and entertaining. The story is very different compared to most books these days and I enjoyed the way the story played out. The movie is also entertaining but you definitely have to read the book to get the whole story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKR2GGRBHNA0Z?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games is Awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I went to the movie with my mom not knowing anything about the books or even the plot. After I saw it I knew I had to read the books. And this book was incredible! I couldn't put it down. Now that I've read it I want to watch the movie again to compare.I have also read the 2nd book and now I'm on the third and I can't wait until the rest of the movies come out.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2R2G0R75T8XGU?ASIN=0439023521	I'm not with all the hype ---	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't get myself into that hazily depicted world and shallowly constucted characters.  The world itself needs a lot deeper, fuller, &amp; richer identity for me to be able to relate to it or its characters with any depth of interest and connection.  I recognize that it is geared to the young, but I don't think it gives the young credit for much to bring to it.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJQUORPRKYB7O?ASIN=0439023521	One of the best damn books ever!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">""The Hunger Games"" was a great book to read. I usually don't like to read books but I bought this book, read it from cover to cover and realized it was the best damn book I've ever read! It keeps you in suspense and keeps you wanting to read more and more. That's why I'm already on the last book of the series ""Mockingjay"". Great read, I'd suggest it to anybody.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQE95ITJZ6VU8?ASIN=0439023521	the hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had no idea what the book was about. I was really quite surprised! I deffinately did not want to put it down, always wanting to know what would happen next. I understand a lot of people are letting younger children read it. That really surprised me. I would highly recommend you read it yourself before you let your child read it, not sure if it is a good idea.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1P5HE26X69CGB?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for more!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When the movie came out, I didn't want to see it because I assumed the story was another teen-focused vampire story.  But I took a risk and tried out the first volume of this trilogy - and then, couldn't get enough!  These are characters you will care about, provocative insights into a post-apocalyptic world, and some ""warnings"" about the future of our society.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1P1X6J4X99X33?ASIN=0439023521	Best fiction book since Harry Potter	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow.  Literally a book I could not put down.  It's split into 3 sections and after pacing through the first section finished the second 2 in one sitting.  The story has fantastic and real characters, real emotions, real hardship, and never once could I figure out exactly what was going to happen next.  If you enjoyed Harry Potter you will definitely enjoy this!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FENXL2FC0CGX?ASIN=0439023521	Interesting plot!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is a must read with a most unusual plot. It's a fast paced novel with characters that you will route for! It reminds me of ancient Roman with those who have and those who have next to nothing. In order to appease the throngs, there are terrible games for them to enjoy at the expense of the participants. This will definitely hold your interest.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3L51I37F8KWDV?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">16 year old Katniss Everdeen isn't a normal girl that live in a normal world. Everything changes when she is selected to be in the world's most deadlines tournament, The Hunger Games. While she tries to survive the harsh areas of the Hunger Games and facing hard truths of life she still determined to win. May the odds be ever in your favor, happy Hunger Games.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HHAZVPDGV7JI?ASIN=0439023521	Oh my god	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was the best book ever I'm gonna have to beg my mom to get the second and third! Needless to say I think you should get it I would give it 10000000000 stars :-) so if your thinking about getting it I would plus at my school this book is 16 at points so I would check with your school to see how much it is at your school ok well to shorten it up ITS GOOD!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LU0BJDCNBV0E?ASIN=0439023521	One of the best books I have read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is one of the best books I have read so far!<br/>I love how the writer describes the characters.<br/>The mutt part at the end is really cruel though.<br/>This book is very emotional and nearly made me cry.<br/>I hope other people will consider reading this.<br/>P.S. When you start reading, it is so hard to stop. I'm now on the 3rd book... Mockingjay.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZWWEPXREM2CB?ASIN=0439023521	Simplistic story a real treat	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Story about a TV game where the contestants kill each other? Sounds grim and simplistic? Nothing could be further from the truth. This book is well written covering many ethical dilemmas of pitting people against each other simply for the pleasure of others. Every step of the character's journey makes you ask the same question ""What would I do if it were me?"".</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16O0Y0J1MZIKX?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games...for teens?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">AS a retired teacher, I decided to read the Hunger Games to see what was creating such interest.  As a senior citizen, I thought it might not be too interesting for me but decided to download and read it.  I really liked it!  Katniss was an extremely resourceful character and had great compassion for her family and friends. Now I am interested in reading more.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2REGUIDRU846X?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't Put It Down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is awesome! I decided I wanted to read the book before I go see the movie, and I'm so glad I did. I have my own imagination of the story which I can definitely say the book is so much better. If I hadn't read it, I wouldn't have known what the Hungar Games were about. I recommend even if you have seen the movie, do read the book. You won't regret it!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2J8DHLYOENZIY?ASIN=0439023521	BEST BOOK IN THE WHOLE ENTIRE UNIVERSE. PERIOD.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read it. You'll really never forget you read this book. Book is not  a significant word to describe it. Honestly, I'm 12 and i never have read a book twice except for this one. Yeah its that great. Its about a 16 year old girl(katniss)  who volunteered for her 12 year old sister(primrose) in the reaping for the hungergames. The rest I'll let you read yourself.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QH6QX6LDN8QY?ASIN=0439023521	OH MY GOD!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">OMG!!! This is an awsome book!!! I read it in two days!!! I couldn't let go of it! It has everything you can think of, romance, acction, drama...you name it! I read A LOT, I have a lot of series and books that I have read and this book is definetly at my TOP 5! So don't think about it and buy it! You will not be disapponted with it! Believe me!!! BLESSED BE!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R95UKFVRV9U40?ASIN=0439023521	Entertaining, endearing, and provoking	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Collins does an amazing job of developing her characters and drawing the reader deep into their story. Katniss is aloof, even to the reader, until she gradually allows us in.  I am guilty of seeing the movie first, but the book's imagery and detail filled in all its blanks and captivated my attention from beginning to end. I cannot wait to start the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CPCWNEPBMOSA?ASIN=0439023521	On time	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book came on time, and in great condition. This is all the good I can say about the Hunger Games. While reading the book I felt as though the book plot had been ripped off from something I've read before (I wish I remembered what the name of the book was). If you want to read a new series, and a great one I might add then try ""Rangers Apprentice"".</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DGQVCH48GJ1H?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I always watch movies before I read books, it gives me a better idea of the characters and the surrounding. I couldn't put this book down. I lived vicariously through these characters. When I went to work, I couldn't wait to come home to Katniss and Peeta. I'm very emotional for Peeta at the moment, so I'm verymuch looking forward to starting the second book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36OM4KVNN2F8O?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for the Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Didn't read the book before seeing the movie.....was it necessary? No.<br/><br/>However, after seeing the movie, the book fills in a lot of holes!<br/><br/>Just like the majority of reviewers here. This book is 5 stars.<br/><br/> I read the entire series after reading this book. Now waiting patiently for the movies.<br/><br/>READ THE HUNGER GAMES!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDI56GXBCB40D?ASIN=0439023521	Good but limited	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was warned that it was written for younger readers and I did find it simplistic in some areas, especially technology and descriptions of the various districts.<br/><br/>Book one was the best for me, book two not so good and book three a little tedious at times.<br/><br/>Well written and worth reading but limit your expectations.<br/><br/>John Anderson</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16P7HW0APHEHK?ASIN=0439023521	The best book ever !	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the best book I have ever read..the story is fantastic and the characters are amazing. This book kept me at the edge of my seat, a real page turner I couldn't wait to find out what happened next..couldn't let it down. Once I had finshed this book I bought the second book within seconds..truly additive..you just don't want the story to end. Loved it !!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNXI451PQBZ3G?ASIN=0439023521	read on	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Did not know that there were books to go along with the movie and when I heard there was a trilogy of books on the Hunger Games of course I had to read them! Enjoyed the book and couldn't wait to get the second one! It was an escape book, one you could just read quickly and be lost in it! Would recommend it to people who love to read different kinds of books!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3M90AUVLJ7BVK?ASIN=0439023521	None	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i relly enjoyed this book. it was fast and had a good plot. the main flaw was that the style annoyed me but thats just me. i have to disagree with some people who said that this book had no morals. i think that she wrote this book like she were an observer somtimes. a lot of the characters are immoral but the book itself is not. she leaves that part up to us.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IIAE1F2RXKKR?ASIN=0439023521	Simply brilliant.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow. I was hooked from the first chapter. The stakes were high from the beginning and I found myself rooting for Katniss every step of the way.  Teen gladiators forced to fight for their lives, and yet there's humanity in the way the kids act once in the arena.<br/><br/>Loved this book!<br/><br/>Jason</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UX9AOIORQD22?ASIN=0439023521	Left me hungry for more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">No one would ever say that Ms. Collins' writting is sophisticated by any stretch of the imagination.  Like her characters, she is to the point.  She has a story to tell and she tells it without flourish or pomp.  The story definitely stands on its own without needing any ornamentation or flourish.  Like the title, this book will leave you hungering for more.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SZ4T3VG50STC?ASIN=0439023521	It's Infectious!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games was an excellent read. The reader is transported into the world of post-apocalyptic Panem with such vivid descriptions and depth of character. One empathizes with the main characters and can identify with the trials and twists each one negotiates. It was so infectious that you can't put it down and you won't stop till you read parts 2 and 3!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2P8TL80J5WBS7?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I watched the movie before reading the book.  The book definitely put the movie to shame.  The story was captivating! I felt myself enter the games.  Wish it had gone into more detail about the history of the individual district's so it would have been easier to relate to the other characters.  Overall it is an awesome book.  Cannot wait for the second book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UUMVW0ZYWZSH?ASIN=0439023521	Great dis-topian future story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">While many point out the similarities with Battle Royale and there are many the striking difference is in how the contestants are assembled and also that they receive training of a sort. You also have to take into consideration  the governmental aspects and how this story is very anti control and more about individual freedom and liberty to pursue ones life.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKQI069ZM7EMI?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Recently joined book club to read more since I am not an avid reader. Book was chosen, read book in less than two weeks, which is amazing,since usually takes me two years to finish a book. Loved this book. Better than I imagined. Vivid and precise writing, parts in the arena of the Hunger Games I actually felt as if I was there. Starting second book tonight!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JU8BYNYPXFC?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games had me sitting on the edge of my seat from the beginning to the end.  I can see how this fiction story line could someday be a reality.  Total government control over the people's everyday lives, to the point of dictating how much food is allotted to families is scary.  This could actually happen to a country weakend by a capital government.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RC1MVSGV0FSHY?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Collins uses third person, allowing her audience to be pulled down into the pages and emotions of the book. Her writing is excellent. She appeals to ethos, pathos ,and logos through her writing that has enabled the audience to believe and become trapped in the story. It was an excellent book for a variety of ages. So much better than the movie has portrayed.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NYDD9K0YQQ7T?ASIN=0439023521	Thrilling	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The first person-present layout of the book threw me off at first, but as I continued to read, it made everything so real to me, and I related much more deeply with the situation and characters. What an incredibl story -and one that is theoretically plausible -historically so as well (Collusseum, anyone?)! The thought sends chills through me. Very good book!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MY0JN6HTZFKZ?ASIN=0439023521	Me?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is not my favored genre, or classic literature.  But there was something about all the hype and all the older people who read it and could not put it down.  I'm still amazed that as soon as I got a few chapters in, I also stayed up one night until I could read no longer, because I could not put it down.  All I can say is:  Me?  This book?  It is a five.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WIE97U8OKZ3A?ASIN=0439023521	Praise for The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is an action packed book filled with adventure, love, excitement. Once I started reading it I could not put it down. The plot of the story allows the imagination to pull the reader directly into the story and experience it as if they are the people that are in the book. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a great book to get lost in.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3T5YE0P7JCDFA?ASIN=0439023521	Pay attention, kids...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Put down your iPods, turn off the tv, close the laptop, and read this trilogy.<br/><br/>Particularly if you're under 18.<br/><br/>""Panem et circenses.""<br/><br/>Go look it up, read about Rome, learn about what happened there.<br/><br/>Now, kids, look around.<br/><br/>Think about it.<br/><br/>Katniss. Would you do what she did?<br/><br/>Would you fight?<br/><br/>Perhaps the better question: Will you fight?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GT1OPKYXFAZV?ASIN=0439023521	A must-read for all Twilight fans!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A refreshing change from all those vampire books! Even better than Twilight. With such strong characters and the unique setting makes this book a distict selection for avid readers of all ages (I suggest 5th grade and up)  this book makes me smile, laugh out loud, cry, grit my teeth, and slam my kindle shut only to open it back up again for more! enjoy asap!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3V1Q3JYCAEF5X?ASIN=0439023521	ALLEGORICAL?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The story pits relationship against transaction. The adventure of the heart. Need against fulfillment. Hope against despair. Suffering and triumph. It is the tragic story of a lost civilization,  able to create the illusions of a civilized society actually comprised of heinous barbarians who completely control every aspect of life. Does LOVE stand a chance?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QSWQXI8TDUXB?ASIN=0439023521	Greatest Book EVER!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I chose a five star rating because this book is simply FANTASTIC. It kept me on the edge of my chair the whole time while reading it. I love the bits of romance and action all mixed into one. But if you do not like blood, violence, etc. I do not recommend this book to you. But I LOVED it, and I can't wait to read the other two books and watch the movies! 😁</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7I9EOHQ80HKD?ASIN=0439023521	Great book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins has created a very realistic world that comes alive throughout the story.<br/>Lots of action. The set up to the games takes a while to get through, but then it's non stop. The are so many twists in this book that you never quite know what to expect,  but you just have to find out what happens next.<br/><br/>I could not put this book down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROCRPBKT2WMWC?ASIN=0439023521	What a surprise!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had to read this to find out what all the buzz was about. Not my typical read, but I couldn't put it down!<br/>Whatever you think you know about this book, you may be as surprised as I was when you actually read it.<br/>I hear everyone talk about the violence and honestly that is like a side dish to the main course. I read all three book and loved them!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBEZG8YU1XDV0?ASIN=0439023521	Bla	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well I finally conceded and read this book.  While it was interesting enough it definitely did not live up to the hype.  It was much better than the movie however so kudos for that.  But I found the book a bit lacking and at times I just couldn't keep engaged.  All in all it was worth the read but when a book is hyped this much I guess you just expect more.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R368X75N1WWXRU?ASIN=0439023521	Better then I could have expected!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Ok so this book has been getting alot of hype because of the movie coming out. I am new to the series and figured why not take a look. I got the first on on my kindle and i read it in one day! I couldnt stop reading! I loved it! The action mixed with clues and trying to be one step ahead of the capital and Snow with Katniss is so amazing! LOVE LOVE LOVE IT!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36A6ADA24FNVN?ASIN=0439023521	Yet another violent, arguably government-hating book for YA	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hate to hate on a book that has a strong female lead but there's a kind of knee-jerk, anti-government streak running through this series.<br/><br/>Mockingjay ends in peacetime but the author doesn't explain or even hint at the system of governance that replaced the totalitarian government, which had enforced and perpetuated the two-tier society of the extremely privileged and the poor labourer class. So get rid of the government - any government - and you'll be okay and free to live in peace?<br/><br/>I'm eager to see some YA books that have something positive - balanced and intelligent or complex - to say about government, authority/collectivity, and society. Mockingjay essentially concludes with the idea that peace is only ever temporary and humans are predisposed to forgetting the horrors of war and violence and making the same errors again and again.<br/><br/>It's a horribly violent series and runs in the mainstream (with other dystopian YA books such as the horribly overrated The Maze Runner series, the Legend (Prodigy) series, and the Divergent series (also boring and overrated)) as such: to be edgy and interesting you have to have a ton of violence. Feed the lizard brain, will you? And start on them young, please.<br/><br/>Oh, and yes, it's always the authority figure / the government's fault, arguably linked to the subtext that collectivity can never be a good thing. Why do so many popular YA books use this underlying assumption in their thematic focus? It's not really deep or terribly interesting, and it has been done to death, moreover.<br/><br/>To this reader, the violence in these books are used to further plot points and for shock value and to titillate rather than for purposes relating to genuine exploration of the purported issues (reality TV, dystopia, war, revolution, mortality, and the supposed human tendency toward violence; please see Lord of the Flies or books by Sonya Hartnett for contrast).<br/><br/>And Lois Lowry's The Giver, for example, is a great YA book about structuralised violence in a dystopian society. The distrust of Those in Charge and the status quo in that book is interesting and Jonas's context gives him a chance to process it in an intelligent and reasoned way. Throughout the book, Jonas matures and transforms, and he comes to know why he must revolt (leave); Katniss, on the other hand, is simply assaulted over and over again by Those in Charge, so she's motivated by nothing much other than her reactive rage, whether this is for herself, her family, or her love interests.<br/><br/>To the series mentioned above I'll add Tales of the Otori, which is not so much a dystopian YA novel but which is also very violent. The writer of that series is actually capable of writing serious prose; still, Otori was pornographic in its violence.<br/><br/>Additionally, I've read my share of hard SF books and the futuristic details in these books are vague and lame.<br/><br/>Finally, the style and tone are indeed flat (as has been pointed out by other reviewers). There's a ""written-for-the-screen"" feel about this series. Written at a very superficial level and overrated to this particular reader.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FZENGSN6PBM2?ASIN=0439023521	A critical (and honest) review from a writer who loves to read for those who may be skeptical about reading the first book . . .	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">INTRO:<br/>As I work at store that sells books, I constantly kept on passing by the book aisle and seeing those simplistic book covers (which I think are really tasteful, by the way), and I had even read the backs of the books and they sounded really interesting. They had a post-apocalyptic / dystopian vibe and I was really into that. Even before the film was rumored, people kept on saying how it was such a great book (but there's a catch that I'll explain further in the ""TARGET AUDIENCE"" section of my review). I never bought the books because I read A LOT, and I just happened to be reading the Harry Potter series ( <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Harry-Potter-Paperback-Box-Set-Books-1-7/dp/0545162076"">Harry Potter Paperback Box Set (Books 1-7)</a> ) and The Dark Tower series ( <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Dark-Tower-Boxed-Set-Books-1-4/dp/0451211243"">The Dark Tower Boxed Set (Books 1-4)</a> ) back to back (which were both great series by the way); and, more than that, since I am an aspiring writer and was writing a book at the time, I didn't really want to read a present tense, first person book at the same time because I write in past tense, third person for the most part--and that could really screw up writing in an off-hand, subconscious way (and it did when I read the book, but it was like a 24 hour flu). The point being, I kept on making excuse after excuse for not reading The Hunger Games.<br/><br/>About a month ago, a co-worker finally convinced me to read it (because I'm one of the only people at my work place that READS books, and I was like, ""hey, it'll give us something to talk about""), so I read the book. And I really think it was beneficial for me as an aspiring writer, but at the same time I can't--in good conscience--give this book anything higher than a 3/5.<br/><br/>TARGET AUDIENCE:<br/>Okay, this is the thing: I'm a guy. I like DARK, SERIOUS FICTION. Authors I like: Stephen King, Clive Barker, Robert McCammon, Cormac McCarthy, Philip K. Dick, Ray Bradbury, Michael Crichton, Arthur C. Clark, Robert A. Heinlein, George R.R. Martin, and Margaret Atwood. If you know who these authors are and did not like this book, then there's a reason why; and if you have no idea who these authors are and LOVED The Hunger Games, then it's the same reason as the alternative: this book is targeted toward young (12-30) females--I'm certainly not going out on a limb by saying that, nor am I saying there cannot be exceptions (because there are always exceptions). Furthermore, everyone I know that has loved The Hunger Games (a handful of people), also loved Twilight; and there's a few reasons for this: Both books are written in the first person (which girls really ""dig,"" I guess) and they're both about one girl in a romantic triangle. Girls LOVE the concept of two guys fighting for their attention, but I gotta say that this wasn't fully realized in The Hunger Games--it's more or less expanded upon in Catching Fire and Mocking Jay, but it's definitely there in shadows . . .<br/><br/>So, I highly recommend this book for females who love the Twilight series. But I only partially recommend the book for females who didn't like Twilight (because it's too much of the same but with a different premise). And I literally CANNOT recommend this book for a male who has grown up in the age of videogames, because it's just NOT on par with other books out there that are, in my opinion, better.<br/><br/>CHARACTERS: 4/5<br/>I like the characters. I didn't love them, but I liked them. They did their part. I cannot go into the lengths of dissecting them in the form of a review, because sadly they're too one-dimensional for such an in-depth analysis. But I did like them.<br/><br/>WRITING STYLE: 2/5<br/>First person narrative; present tense; short paragraphs; simplistic language. In other words, Suzanne Colins didn't take that many risks with style, which is okay. But, since I read a book every week, Suzanne's bland writing style stuck out like a sore thumb and I didn't like it.<br/><br/>But, first person, present tense is becoming popular in the world of teen fiction. It's just something that I don't like because it limits the action (since it's first person), and it's just AWKWARD (since it's present tense); it's an unnatural type of voice. Then again, this is personal preference. I prefer third person, past tense (like Harry Potter)--and maybe present tense from time to time. I guess it's because I'm old school.<br/><br/>PACING: 2/5<br/>As an aspiring writer I analyze the heck out of other peers' writings. The number one thing I observe is that they have a good idea so they let TOO MUCH HAPPEN WAY TOO SOON. Suzanne Colins did the same thing. The first two chapters you were in Katniss's home; the following two or three chapters you were in the Capitol; then the rest of the book you were in The Hunger Games. What that means is that the first two chapters were really fast and then, gradually, it began to lag. That's weird to think about, right? You would think that the Hunger Games would be the most exciting, fast-paced section of the book. Exciting, yes; but not fast-paced--in fact, it was the most boring part of the book because the shift in pacing.<br/><br/>CONCEPT: 3/5<br/>It's a concept that hundreds of creative thinkers/writers will come up with without realizing it's alread been done before, so I don't honestly believe Suzanne Colins was copying Battle Royale. I really don't. But I do think she should have been a little bit more ""thorough"" in her research before writing a book that was essentially a copied-and-pasted premise of another book/movie. Oh well.<br/><br/>It is a fantistically dark idea though. Kids killing kids. However, Suzanne Colins never fully reaches the peak of this concept in her story because she was limited by first person: and that's fact. I believe it would have been better multi-perspective and third person, because that way you wouldn't know which characters were going to live and which ones were going to die. You see, I NEVER worried for Katniss because I knew she was going to live . . . I mean, I'm inside her head, right?<br/><br/>CONCLUSION:<br/>PROS:<br/>lively characters<br/>short book<br/>it'll give you something to talk about with friends<br/><br/>CONS:<br/>writing style is bland<br/>pacing inconsistency<br/>falls short of its potential of being truly dark<br/><br/>RECOMMENDED READING:<br/><a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Long-Walk/dp/0451196716"">The Long Walk</a><br/><a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Battle-Royale-The-Novel/dp/1421527723"">Battle Royale: The Novel</a><br/><a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Battle-Royale-The-Complete-Collection-Blu-ray/dp/B006L4MX4A"">Battle Royale: The Complete Collection [Blu-ray</a>]<br/>  - well, it's not a book, but you get the point.<br/><a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Dark-Tower-Boxed-Set-Books-1-4/dp/0451211243"">The Dark Tower Boxed Set (Books 1-4)</a><br/>  - if you liked the post-apocalyptic / dystopian themes, you'll like the first four Dark Tower books.<br/><a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Harry-Potter-Paperback-Box-Set-Books-1-7/dp/0545162076"">Harry Potter Paperback Box Set (Books 1-7)</a><br/>  - if you like The Hunger Games, you'll love Harry Potter.<br/><a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Abarat/dp/0062094106"">Abarat</a><br/>  - if you're looking for young adult fiction that's actually genuinely dark, I recommend this.<br/><a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/lord-of-the-flies/dp/B0073SQWWC"">lord of the flies</a><br/>  - it is the original ""kids killing kids"" premise in a semi-post apocalyptic world.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29M08TVWE7DX5?ASIN=0439023521	Heartbreaking, gut-wrenching, haunting....perfect set-up for the next 2 books	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read The Hunger Games several months ago. I never wrote down my thoughts, because thousands before me already had, and I figured I probably didn't have much to add. Then I read and reviewed a bunch of other young adult dystopian fiction, some good, some ""eh,"" and came to the conclusion that if I'm going to judge all of them against The Hunger Games, then I should probably go ahead and review The Hunger Games.<br/><br/>This is a review only of the first book.<br/><br/>We all know by now what The Hunger Games is about. In a future version of the United States (now called Panem), the country has been divided into 12 Districts, each specializing in a different industry, surrounding a central Capitol. Years ago, the Districts rebelled against the Capitol. The Capitol prevailed, and as punishment for the rebellion (and as a deterrent against future rebellion), each year the Capitol forces each District to sacrifice 2 of its citizens - a boy and girl between the ages of 12 and 18 - to fight to the death in a barbaric gladiatorial arena for the amusement of the Capitol's citizens. One will survive. 23 will die.<br/><br/>The decadent and pampered Capitol citizens, desensitized to the actual horror of what they are watching, view the televised Games as the height of entertainment, Olympics and action movies and reality TV all rolled into one.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, the oppressed citizens of the 12 Districts live out a nightmare, as they are forced to watch their children mercilessly slaughtered on TV.<br/><br/>And rebellion is out of the question. Each District is patrolled by Capitol-appointed ""Peacekeepers,"" there to make sure that they willingly send their Tributes and watch the Games like they're supposed to. To resist is to guarantee death - or worse.<br/><br/>The heroine of the book is Katniss Everdeen, a 16-year-old girl who has managed to avoid the Hunger Games for the past 4 years. But that all changes when her 12-year-old sister, Prim, is selected to be this year's District 12 Tribute. Katniss, terrified for Prim, volunteers to take her place -- a decision which most likely guarantees a gruesome death.<br/><br/>Katniss is shipped off to the Capitol to prepare for the Games, along with Peeta, the local baker's son. They are primped and polished, interviewed and pampered, and ultimately turned loose in the arena with the other 22 tributes.<br/><br/>Every single one of them knows, if they are not prepared to fight to the death, they have no hope of winning. And a peaceful sit-in is not an option - the country is watching, and the Gamemakers will guarantee a good show, even if it means unleashing mutant wasps or raining down fire on the tributes.<br/><br/>I will admit, I spent the first half of the book convinced Katniss would certainly find a way to rebel against the Games. Surely she wouldn't participate. Surely she wouldn't kill anyone. Surely she wouldn't fight Peeta. Surely something will happen to make it so that none of these children actually has to die.<br/><br/>But Katniss doesn't go to the games to rebel. She goes to save her sister, and she goes to try to come back to her sister. Which means she has to win. Which means she has to participate. She's a 16-year-old girl in a world that has accepted the Games as a part of life for 3/4 of a century.<br/><br/>Children do die in this book. It's horrible and terrifying and heartbreaking. You want to scream at the Gamemakers and Capitol citizens, ""What's wrong with you?"" The book gives a chilling look at the insensitivity that would turn a blind eye to the slaughter of children in the name of entertainment and tradition.<br/><br/>It also gives us, in Katniss, a very flawed young girl. She is angry, stubborn and judgmental. But she is also fiercely loyal, protective, and determined. I don't agree with all of her decisions in the book. I was actually a much bigger fan of Peeta than Katniss. But I can admire her determination to do what she has to, to return to protect her sister. She clings to hope, even when all seems lost. In the world she lives in, it seems like the only choice she has.<br/><br/>As a parent, it saddened me greatly to think of a world where parents would be forced to send their children into a situation like this, and where children would be forced to endure this kind of brutality and despair. And if The Hunger Games was just a stand-alone story, I may not have given it 5 stars, even though it's an exciting and engrossing read. But it is the first book in a trilogy, and does an excellent job of setting up the world that Katniss and Peeta live in.<br/><br/>The first book is sad. I cared about the characters, but I hated the world they lived in. I hated what they had to go through. It's upsetting. It's horrifying. It made me angry. And it's supposed to. If this is the feeling you're left with after the first book, it's not a sign to give up on the series. It's a sign you need to see where it goes.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26WJA89RPHS2A?ASIN=0439023521	The Recycled Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">On the surface, `The Hunger Games' is an intense read, diving headfirst into a possible future where a tyrant government controls a country's food supply/wealth/and even lives.  There once was 13 separate districts.  You can not leave your designated district.  If you do, you will either face a horrid future, you have to watch 24-hours worth of Twilight - or worse - death  - though I suspect watching Twilight for 24-hours straight is equal to death!<br/><br/>One district ended up rebelling, and well - there's now 12 districts.<br/><br/>Because the tyrant government wants to prove that they are the worst government since the W. Bush days, they decide to create a gruesome televised game called `The Hunger Games' - two kids, 12 to 16 years old from each district, is drafted into this game.<br/><br/>The story is narrated by a young teen that volunteer after hearing her younger sister drafted.  From there on, the story, told by her, shifts to the preparation of the game, and finally, the game itself.<br/><br/>A bunch of kids are placed in a jungle-type-area where they have to hunt for themselves, feed for themselves, and kill each other until there is one declared winner.  And the game has many twists and turns, enticing both the viewer of the games being aired in the story, and the reader.<br/><br/>For a young adult book, it's quite intense (though the death scenes are obviously toned down a bit).  I can understand some of its appeal.  And I can sense as I was reading the book, the subtle references to where the author proclaimed she got inspired to write this story: the Iraq war (which had been televised heavily), and the reality TV fad, which plagues every single TV station and network.<br/><br/>It does make you question the unnecessary shock-value reality TV does, and its superficial viewers that continue to thrive on the reality TV hell.  Will it ever come to this: watching young kid's murder each other for the good of entertainment?  I mean, we already have a show about teeny-boppers being knocked up on MTV.  What's next?  It's good to know, though, that networks do have some limits.  NBC just recently pulled a Fear Factor episode where one lady drinks a large glass of donkey urine, and another lady drinks a large glass of donkey semen.  America, the proud?<br/><br/>For anyone that's under the age of 20, this book will probably appeal to you.  It's very well written, presented nicely, and almost makes you believe this book is a real memoir.<br/><br/>But for someone (like me) that is quite familiar with the sci-fi genre, there isn't one single moment in this book that is original.  Predictable and even a bit cliché (especially the love triangle - UGH!), I expected more with all the hype.  Even those shock-and-awe moments through out the `game' were predictable.  The broadcasting of death on TV for entertainment value has been, dare I say, done to death.<br/><br/>With that said, I think of this book as what it should be - a nicely told homage to the sci-fi genre.  Suzanne Collins did not reinvent the genre, and it certainly doesn't add anything new.  But for what it is worth, it kept me entertained.  I can understand the appeal under-20 age group.  I don't understand the hype over 20.  Come on people - read Stephen King's `The Bachman Books!'<br/><br/>I am interested in the movie, but I am not interested in the remaining `trilogy.'  I pretty much know where it is going...which saddens me because I really wanted to read something imaginative, instead of recycled.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUQ9DROZLY81C?ASIN=0439023521	Quite Enjoyed the Story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Before I get started, I'll go ahead and tell you that the story is enjoyable and exciting.  At a certain point, the story picks up its pace, and gets moving in a really interesting and creative way.  Why did I give it three stars?  Let me explain.<br/><br/>The Good: The story is creative, at times very exciting, has a few good characters, and eventually has good suspense.  It's no news that Suzanne Collins can cook up a great, thrilling story.  However...<br/><br/>The Bad: A few things concerned me.  One, the main character (Katniss) was hard to like.  I didn't find her insight to be very exciting or compelling, and it took a very long time for me to care about the outcome of her character.  I felt like I was reading for the sake of seeing what Suzanne Collins would come up with, instead of reading for the chain of events.  There were no characters that felt particularly weighty to me, like I would meet them in real life. I have a feeling that this book was made for young adults, and more attention was paid to the action and less on the realism of character traits, which is okay.<br/><br/>On the same note of unbelievability, I feel like there's an essence of creative sabotage in place.  Without spoiling too much, there's a character who's name went into a jar once out of a huge amount of names, and just happened to be chosen.  It would've been more believable if the characters were more shocked, but there was more of a ""what can you do?"" attitude about it, which didn't really put me in their shoes.<br/><br/>Last but not least, the actual writing.  There are fragmented sentences everywhere, and if you've had an advanced high school or college writing class, it can make you cringe.  This is what it's like:<br/><br/>I went to the store.  And then I got some bread. But not before I got cheese. Good cheese.  But at first I didn't have the money.  And that was sad.<br/><br/>It's readable, but feels very amateur, and took away the solid foundation needed for me to get completely invested in the book.  There were also two occasions where a sentence flat out just didn't make sense.  An educated editor would've done this book a lot of good.<br/><br/>That's my personal experience with the book.  I'm not sure anyone else feels this way (my friends certainly don't), but if you're a little meticulous about the details of literature, let this be a warning.  Otherwise, it's a good read, and you'll get a good story out of it.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSFH3648J5C18?ASIN=0439023521	Interesting, but lacking subtlety	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book introduces the characters that will tell the story of a revolution. Specifically, it's told from the perspective of one Katniss Everdeen, a teenage girl from a place called District 12. District 12, we find out, is one of twelve (formerly 13) districts in a country called Panem. Panem exists as a country, ruled by a totalitarian government that is located in a separate district, called (unimaginatively) The Capitol. Each of the districts provides much needed food and supplies to citizens in the Capitol, which are essentially an aristocracy bend on doing nothing, but yet have an unsatisfying urge to be entertained. The Capitol pushes each of the districts to the brink of starvation, but keeps them subjugated with brutal enforcers known as Peacekeepers.<br/><br/>We find out early in the story that there were previously 13 districts, but District 13 incited a rebellion against the Capitol, resulting in it being entirely obliterated. As another repercussion of the failed coup, each district must give two children (known as Tributes) to the Capitol each year for a sport they call, ""The Hunger Games."" In the Games, the children essentially fight to the death in a complicated arena for the entertainment of the Capitol's citizens (and horror of those parents and friends watching from the other districts). Each year, there is exactly one winner.<br/><br/>The rationale for calling this bizarre circus ""The Hunger Games"" isn't immediately clear, until you find out that from each district, every child between the ages of 12 and 18 must sign up once per year from their twelfth birthday,  to be chosen as a tribute. So, for example, if a child is twelve, they must enter their name once. If they are thirteen, twice. After that, you can put your name into the pool of potential tributes additional times for ""tessera,"" which are basically additional rations, in the event your family is poor and cannot afford enough food.<br/><br/>Now, I won't ruin the story for you in telling all of the dramatics, but suffice it to say that Katniss is chosen as a tribute (albeit through a roundabout way). Likewise, a male tribute is chosen from District 12 named Peeta Mellark. Peeta and Katniss have an interesting history, which basically entails a sort of ""love from afar"" idea, but you don't learn about this until later on in the novel. It's used as a plot device to springboard into the rebellion that comes in the later novels.<br/><br/>All in all, the book is interesting. I enjoyed the concept of the arena, and how the Hunger Games are played out. The novel feels like you're watching a grisly reality TV show. It's a fascinating environment Katniss and Peeta exist within, and you're thrown into this world that is similar to our world, but in many ways, you're not sure what has been remembered from the time before Panem. I do thing it would have been interesting if more historical context were given. For example, a sub-story begins to develop when Katniss recalls a girl that was taken by the Capitol before her and her friend, Gale's eyes. We find out that the girl has been turned into an ""Avox"" - which essentially just means her tongue was cut out. But no connection is made between this and the rest of the story. It's as if the whole thing is simply a roundabout explanation of Avoxes in general. Instead, I think it would have been more interesting to have that part of the back-story lead somewhere, rather than simply being told and then dropped. I also had a number of questions like ""Where did the hovercrafts come from?"" and ""How is an arena chosen and constructed?"" which were left similarly unanswered.<br/><br/>There were some great lines from the book. I especially liked the line ""May the odds be ever in your favor."" I find it exciting when an author can create a phrase, which, at first glance, seems uninteresting, but the more you read it and it rolls around in your mind, the better it seems4.<br/><br/>The major criticism I have of the novel, and really of the entire series, is that there doesn't seem to be any character development. Every character is basically the same, personality-wise, from the beginning of this novel to the end of the last novel in the series. Especially Katniss Everdeen - she doesn't seem to change throughout the entire series, even though we're basically reading her thoughts and fears. They don't seem to change from the moment we're thrown in to the novel. This is probably partially a result of the book reading as though it was written by a twelfth-grader. Many of the sentences are short and direct. There isn't a lot of self-reflection or complexity to the characters or the settings. The book is very focused on action and navigation from one plot point to another - one problem/climax/resolution set to another. Everything in the novel is black and white - there isn't a lot of gray area shown.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R356D56KZU5WQZ?ASIN=0439023521	A Well Crafted Yarn (No Spoilers!)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow!  This well crafted, fast paced, imaginative novel was a fun read and did a much better than average job of transporting me to another world as soon as I started reading it.  I was hooked after reading the preview and finished the book in only a few days.<br/><br/>The story world and back-story were phenomenal.  Collins knows just how many details to give the reader and where.  I never felt like the author was giving me a boring narration of details she had thought up (this is something that lesser authors struggle with endlessly).  The capital and its culture reminded me of Roman history with their gaudy/extravagant tastes and their insatiable thirst for blood at the games.  The culture absolutely makes sense as some future evolution of the modern American culture.<br/><br/>The characters were strong and interacted well.  Each major character had strong ambitions and story goals - with many that conflicted well.  The dialogue was well done and never felt artificial.  It should be noted that while there are romantic elements to this novel that it is not a romance.  I feel that many reviewers were put off by the main character's coldness - but this was perfectly consistent with her established character.<br/><br/>The plot of this novel was engaging and kept me on my toes.  Collins knows how to effectively create tension in a scene and build that tension steadily throughout the book.  I felt emotionally involved with the characters and couldn't stop turning pages to see how characters would do.  The end of the book is definitely a little darker than your average Hollywood happy ending, but this fits the theme of the book and sets the stage perfectly for the sequel.<br/><br/>As for violence, this book probably has more violence than any other young adult fiction I have read, but it is not excessive.  There are many reviews which insist this novel glorifies violence against children, though I would have to disagree.  If anything, it highlights the horror of the games and how wrong it is that the games are glorified in the Capital.  In any case, the violence is not over the top or excessive - but it is violence and parents should use discretion depending on the age of their kids.<br/><br/>This book contains no sexual content or questionable language, but the only thing which I would consider a con (and this is a matter of taste) is when Katniss is completely naked in front of a grown man who is evaluating how to dress/make her up.  These scenes (there are more than one) are not suggestive or sexual at all...they just feel weird.  However, they fit the novel and its theme well which is why I still give the book 5 stars.<br/><br/>Most complaints that I have seen in negative reviews have to do with people who do not enjoy this genre of literature.  If you enjoy fast-paced, well thought out, imaginative sci-fi then this is for you.  If you are rather squeamish concerning violence or only read predictable love stories, then look elsewhere.  Outside these exceptions, I highly recommend this novel.  Read it!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FWLV5O7S4681?ASIN=0439023521	Take My Advice and Read This Series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I consider myself, unfortunately, a picky reader. I reluctantly yet desirably at the same time bought a Kindle. I had put off buying one and was reluctant for the mere fact that it is extremely (understated) difficult for me to find books to read. I had one friend, who had told me 6 months ago, that she was reading The Hunger Games and recommended for me. I thought, fine, it is only $5 for the Kindle book version, so even if I don't like it, it's not like it is a $25 book and a lot of money lost.<br/><br/>Quite honestly, I do not know why this book is so cheap for the excellent quality of it in itself. I found it a steal - I read this in who knows how many hours, but it only took a few days. I couldn't put it down. I had considered buying all three books from the get-go but thought I should wait until I finished the first book before I wasted my money. Let me tell you - I bought the second book no more than 50 pages into the first one. I had already decided that it would be worth it.<br/><br/>The story is definitely different, yet still enlightening and joyous of that of a young girl with mixed emotions as she expects the end of her life nearing. SPOILER ALERT: The only thing that I thought was written weirdly are the scenes between her and Peeta regarding the kissing and fake love in the beginning. I understand that to some point, because of the reasoning behind the affection, it should be awkward, but it seemed almost too awkward - I think it could have been written a bit different.<br/><br/>Other than that, like I said previously, I consider myself an extremely picky read, and this was by far one of the best books I have ever had the pleasure to read. I have told everyone in my life about it and have recommended it to everyone. I also recommend it to adults - the story is mature enough for adults to enjoy the read as well.<br/><br/>BTW: I cannot wait until the movie comes out. I am excited to see how it is portrayed.<br/>But I must say, a lot of people are dissapointed by the movies that come out based on books because they pictured the characters differently in their minds. I watched the preview for the movie first for this book, that way, I used the actors in the movie when I pictured the characters while reading - that way, I won't be dissapointed by the casting choice,e tc.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1R9PYYKPZ5I4H?ASIN=0439023521	Review by 29-year-old Male	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A chief issue I have with Collins' book involves the paper thin characters and their development (or lack thereof). Focusing on the Hunger Games competition itself, we have...<br/><br/>Katniss: the 16-year-old female protagonist<br/>Peeta: son of a baker and Katniss' male counterpart from district 12 (like Pita bread. Get it?)<br/><br/>Additionally, there are 22 other game participants from various districts. However, aside from Rue, a 12-year-old participant who Katniss takes under her wing because she is reminded of her little sister from back home, none of the other contestants have a backstory. The majority don't even have names!<br/><br/>Believe it or not, characters such as ""boy from district 1"" and ""girl from district 5"" failed to create an emotional connection for me. And because the story is written in a first-person linear style, we only see the other participants through the eyes of Katniss and lose any potential insight on their unique motivations and anxieties. So many wasted opportunities...<br/><br/>The majority of encounters Katniss and Peeta make with these one-dimensional rivals are brief and often inexplicable. For instance, when Katniss is pinned down by Glimmer and hope is all but lost, Thresh comes to her aid by killing the latter. He does this, he says, to avenge Rue's death and repay a moral obligation to Katniss.<br/><br/>Wait. What?<br/><br/>Katniss observes earlier in the book that Thresh works independently of Rue and gives no indication at any point that he's concerned for her welfare. As such, seeing him have a moral awakening (despite JUST bludgeoning another girl to death) is a very large pill to swallow.<br/><br/>Katniss rarely has to make tough decisions during these encounters and usually turns out as the benefactor of fortunate circumstances or just dumb luck. As such, we see little emotional growth in her. Even the final showdown isn't really a showdown at all. Instead, a pack of genetically altered zombie werewolves burst into the arena and attack the remaining contestants. Umm... OK?<br/><br/>I would have liked to see some of the ethical and moral issues of Panem and the games addressed by Collins, but it becomes obvious by the final chapters of the book that she has chosen to give these issues a backseat to the contrived romance between Katniss and Peeta (is it genuine? is it not genuine?). Due to the relative shallowness of the action around them, I could never get emotionally invested enough to really care.<br/><br/>In the end, I'm a sucker for slightly morbid, progressive character elimination type science fiction/fantasy novels, so I still might recommend this book to anyone with similar literary interests. But more so, I would like to suggest superior books such as <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Long-Walk/dp/0451196716"">The Long Walk</a> by Stephen King or 1999's <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Battle-Royale-The-Novel/dp/1421527723"">Battle Royale: The Novel</a>, of which The Hunger Games shares several striking similarities...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XGYRYVO6Y25L?ASIN=0439023521	Chapter by Chapter review of Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Like almost everybody on this planet, I've read The Hunger Games trilogy, and if you haven't, you must have been living under a rock or something. I'll admit when I first read them last summer, I was hesitant. The cover looked awesome, the synopsis was sick, so what could it be that had me so worried? I honestly don't remember!  It was forgotten because of the awesomeness that is The Hunger Games.<br/><br/>For those of you who don't know about it, The Hunger Games is based in a world where the only remaining country left is North America. North America has been split up into twelve (it used to be thirteen) districts and the ringmaster is the Capitol where the annual Hunger Games is played. A Hunger Game is when two children (one male, one female), between the ages of twelve and eighteen, are chosen to represent their district by battling other contenders for the title of Victor. It isn't a friendly challenge either. It's a futuristic Gladiator battle to the death...think...Survivor (but to the death) meets Lord of the Flies (but to the death), any relationships should be cut off- how can you kill somebody you care about?<br/><br/>Anyways, Katniss who lives in district twelve has learned that her sister, Prim, has been chosen to battle in the Hunger Games. Being a heroic big sister, Katniss volunteers in Prim's spot, now becoming a contender. The male contender for district 12? Peeta, who Katniss knows for giving her some burned bread for survival (love at first sight). The two are probably going to die. I won't be shocked. All of district twelve's contenders have died except for Haymitch Abernathy who is now a rich drunk who has to mentor both of the contenders. I, for one, found Haymitch to be one of my favorite characters in this whole story, he was funny and came up with the whole 'star-crossed lovers idea'.<br/><br/>The whole beginning of the novel kept up a fun pace, explaining some of the futuristic people and the technology. Some of the people we meet are Katniss's  stylists like Cinna, who invents her girl on fire persona, and the dress that explodes at one point in the story. Cinna, who I imagined for some reason as Jay Manuel from America's Next Top Model, was one of the most down to earth characters in the novel, and I thought of him as more than just a character but an actual person. Just like some of the other contenders, like Rue and Cato, one of the two becomes Katniss's friend while the other will stop at nothing to murder her during the games.<br/><br/>The novel was split into three parts, which I always find cool, and during the middle part they all enter the games where Katniss has a bow as her weapon while everybody else begins murdering each other. Lovely. The details of the games going on was amazing, I could picture Katniss overhearing Peeta talking with the other district contenders, I could imagine the interaction between the contestants, and of course the saddest scene in the whole novel that involved ... let's just say that I bawled my eyes out.<br/><br/>The rest of the novel has Katniss finally acting like a real player in the Hunger Games and the evolvement of Katniss and Peeta...  Do they fall in love? Do they hate each other? Do they not fall in love? I don't know. Well I do, but why would I tell you? Of course there's also Gale who Katniss left back at District twelve...<br/><br/>My one hope  for the film adaption is not to make it like Twilight with the 'team' thing. It's just something that I've been thinking a lot about lately. The novel is about the need for survival that Katniss has, The Hunger Games wasn't about romance, but about how she has to play strategically to survive and live on.<br/><br/>How does it end? With a bombshell... only one can win after all and the Game Makers need a Victor. I'll tell you how it ends... but then again maybe I won't. If you haven't already read The Hunger Games, get on it! The novels get better with time.  I finished them all within a week, and had to wait out in the rain for Mockingjay. That's how good the series was. I waited in the rain on release day. Awesomeness meter= through the roof.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JX5AFX3JL40I?ASIN=0439023521	Same quality of writing as Game of Thrones or Robin Hobb	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The best science-fiction/fantasy novel I have read since ""Game of Thrones"" and worthy of the same praise. Suzanne Collins writes as beautifully as George R. R. Martin and even Robin Hobb. When like me you are in your late 50s having read innumerable SciFi/fantasy books that barely satisfy my jaded palette, it is extraordinary to find a writer with such an original theme that is unforgettable. The trilogy is set in a a post-dystopian America that has partially recovered from some tragedy, but a small elite has seized power and holds down the vast majority by extreme and brutal means. The inevitable revolution occurs, first started by coal miners, and then develops in a bleak and violent manner. The revolution eventually succeeds after many unexpected plot twists but without a happy ending.<br/><br/>The book reflects post-Modernist pessimism and a collapse of society from capitalist implosion or adverse climate change although the author only hints at these premises, preferring to set the story immediately in a century or so from the present. It projects modern trends and comes up with a future society where extreme violence becomes a game show and is used as an object of repression. Not dissimilar to the Roman Empire where gladiatorial games were used as an instrument to emphasise state power and subdue the populace.  And it is hard to believe the story is chiefly aimed at young adults.<br/><br/>It is a page turner that for the first time in years kept me up all until dawn reading the entire trilogy. It deserves a far wider readership that being placed on the young adult shelf, though I would certainly urge any serious teenager to read it and reflect on the possible future direction of western society. Well done Suzanne Collins and I anticipate your next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DSID2ZK2O1Z2?ASIN=0439023521	Is It Really that Far-Fetched??	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Collins hits a nerve with her best-seller The Hunger Games.  After hearing the buzz about the soon-to-be movie and seeing the book in the hands of so many of my students, I had to get on board.  And what a ride it was.  Sixteen year old Katniss is a heroine with a heart of stone and the archery skills of William Tell.  Those two things may save her life when she takes her younger sister's place as a participant in the sadistic Hunger Games - a broadcast spectacle somewhere between the gladiator games of ancient Rome and today's reality TV.<br/><br/>Katniss must kill or be killed and as the game progresses, the bodies start dropping. Katniss' teammate, Peeta, the low-key son of the village baker, proves to her that you don't have to give in to the game by losing your humanity.  You may die in the process but at least you're doing it your way.<br/><br/>After the initial horror subsides, Katniss gives it all she's got to make it through each day and get to the next.  The frightening thing is how mundane it all becomes, to the point of the powers-that-be upping the ante and hopefully the ratings by manipulating the circumstances of the games - flash floods, fires, and hoards of angry insects, the ""acts of God"" come one after the other...except the ""Capital"" is God. There is no other higher power to put one's hopes in. Spirituality, or the lack of, is one facet of this bleak tale.  The other is the ""reality show"" nature of The Hunger Games.  Is it really such a stretch to imagine some version of this in the future?<br/><br/>I felt echos of Shirley Jackson's The Lottery and of Fahrenheit 451 in the image of the dandelion as a symbol of hope for Katniss, and of course, the televised games which are reminiscent of the live broadcast ""manhunt"" in Bradbury's novel.  Collins'background as a screenwriter is evident in her pacing and crackling plot line.  The novel feels like a movie.  It will be interesting to see how movie compares.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1I45CNLLQBN7B?ASIN=0439023521	great start to YA (but not too Y) series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins has already proven her talent for storytelling with her recently completed Gregor the Underlander series. In that series, she showed she was able to create strong characters, move plot along quickly, deftly control the rise and fall in tension, and create moving scenes.  While there were some weak sections in the series  (sometimes the pace moved too quickly, settings often could have been more detailed, and a few characters could  have been more richly drawn), by the end she had crafted one of the best YA series to hit the shelves the past few years--a thoughtful, often dark, almost always rewarding series.<br/>  I'm happy to report that with book one (and it is a book one--fair warning to those who prefer not to start a series until it's already completed) of The Hunger Games, there is no sophomore slump.  In fact, she returns with a starting book that is more tightly focused, more moving, more quickly paced, more thoughtful and provocative, and more fully and constantly tense throughout.<br/>  The premise for the Hunger Games is admittedly somewhat derivative and one could come up with dozens of possible Hollywood-pitch-like pairings:  ""it's Survivor meets Running Man"", ""it's The Lottery meets The Most Dangerous Game"", ""it's  . . . "".  None of it matters.  What very often counts in a genre novel, where many of the same old premises, same old tropes, same old formulas, appear and reappear over the years is not the original starting point, but what you do with it.  What Hunger Games is, is good.<br/>  The opening whisks us right through the premise in a few brief pages.  We're in a post-apocalyptic North America--in a dystopia named  Panem--a dystopia formed out of the remnants of civilization.  Panem is ruled from a rich Capital and has 12 districts that provide what is needed--food, coal, etc.  Outside the Capital the people are barely surviving, many starving and the rest close to it.  Years ago the 12 districts (actually, 13 at the time) rebelled and were brutally put down.  As ""repentance"" and as a form of cold reminder, every year each district sends one boy and one girl (chosen by lottery) to the Hunger Games-- a televised kill-or-be-killed event set in a huge arena.<br/> When Katniss's younger sister, Prim, is chosen by lottery, Katniss volunteers in her place, joining Peeta--the chosen boy from her district--in the Games.  All of this happens very fast in the book, as does the few days of training prior to the Games themselves.  Though the background is quick, it is efficiently concise. We get a clear sense of much of what we need to know:  what life is like for those in Katniss' district, what she is like, her relationship with her best friend Gale, her place in the family (she's become the one taking care of the family since her father died in a mining accident), the contrast between life in the Capital and life in the districts, etc. There isn't a lot of detail, and some readers will probably wish for more explanation, but what we have is sufficient.<br/>  By the time the Games themselves start, we have a solid footing. Which is good, because once the Games do start, it's all pretty breathless as Katniss tries to survive.  There are a lot of action scenes--fights, things blowing up, desperate attempts to save wounded people, etc.--but Collins isn't interested in simply an episodic line of battles, one after the other, showing off various combat skills until the winner is left alone.<br/> Katniss faces many complex decisions--to what extent does she ""play"" to the watching crowd (a ""popular"" contestant can gain sponsors who can pay for gifts that can be the difference between life and death), can she really kill another human, whom can she trust, what motivates the people around her, what is her relationship to Peeta or Gale, what debts does one human own another, etc.  The third person point of view focuses on her actions and thoughts and so we struggle with those questions even as she does, all while we root for her to ""win"" through the discomfort of realizing what this means is that we're rooting for her to kill.<br/>  We also come to care about Peeta, even as we wonder just what game, if any, he is playing.  And the relationship between the two of them is a major point of interest and tension. And while the other contestants, with one significant and moving exception, aren't painted in any sort of detail, we do get enough quick, concise brushstrokes for several of them to have distinct personalities (though one does wish more was done in this area).<br/>  Along with getting us to care about the people, and not just the plot points, Collins also offers up some clear social criticism as well as some hints at much larger issues than these few characters or these single Games, both with regard to this created world and our own society.  And while the book ends resolved and can be read without fear of a cliffhanger, there is enough left hanging in the air that the reader wants to see what happens afterward.<br/>  There really is very little to criticize in this book, though one point should be made clear. Collins does not shy away at all from the premise of 24 kids placed in a kill-or-be-killed situation. There is no deus ex machina that swoops down and stops the games before anyone is killed or miraculously cures/revives the killed contestant.  People die in this book.  In fact, most of the people die in this book. And our main character kills some of them.  And not by accident. Hunger Games is as dark as its premise promises and therefore it is not for the very young.<br/>  A strong main character and several strong supporting ones.  Crystal clear if not particularly beautiful prose.  A constantly suspenseful plot.  A quick pace.  Moving scenes. A grim  tone that adds to the sense that actions matter. An author who has the courage of her ideas.  Social criticism.  Hints at a larger story to come.  A first book in a series that ends with enough resolution that  reader can stop here and be satisfied.  400 pages that pull you along effortlessly.  These positives more than outweigh the few very small negatives.  Highly recommended.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TKRZPRC8XZFW?ASIN=0439023521	A memorable favorite of mine...-Justin 11yr old	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Once i picked up this book, i could not stop reading it! Lovers of the Divergent series will love this story. I personally stayed up until 12 midnight on the niht of a reading SOL reading this awesome book! Cathing Fire and Mockingjay are even better! I recommend reading the Maze Runner trilogy and the Matched series for more good reads! Happy Reading! :-0</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUCCM9L9MBOKI?ASIN=0439023521	A future classic.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger games has the quality that Harry potter always did, where you could reread 10 times and always come away from the book satisfied. This is the product of both in depth writing as well as a fantastic plot, with many different dystopian twists that make you feel lucky to live anywhere but there. Overall, the book made you feel very empathetic towards the main characters struggles, and it is very effective at making you realize just how strong she had to be.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QV4W0LPBUJZE?ASIN=0439023521	The Best That Never Was	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was amazing! It is well written and after finishing it makes me want to start the second one immediately. The Hunger Games doesn't get enough credit as a book and I feel goes unnoticed when talking about some of the best books out there. This is my new favorite book and it's the best I ever read but I feel that I'm one of the few who believe this</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1F9T90U8ZFEEA?ASIN=0439023521	Happily, I was rewarded with a page-turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book because my book club selected it, and I'm obedient.  Happily, I was rewarded with a page-turner.  Except for the ending - it didn't end, it stopped - I would recommend this author as imaginative and often lyrical.  Still, I<br/>blame the publisher for a cheap ploy to lure the reader into buying the next book in the series.  I will resist!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R41A8BZBCCI4Z?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this after viewing the movie. Affirms my belief that you should read books before seeing the movie because darn it if I didn't have intrusive thoughts while I was reading the book. That being said, it was a quick, easy read that flew by and was entertaining. I have started Catching Fire and will not see the flick beforehand to test my theory. Enjoy.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5UEOG6YDUXZA?ASIN=0439023521	A great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is a hit with my middle school students, and they can't wait to finish reading the series, if they haven't already, and see the next movie coming out (Catching Fire).  There's plenty of gruesome action to keep everyone entertained, but it's not too graphic for most students from grade 5 and up.  I highly recommend it for 5th grade through adults.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTDH3N72OTUEI?ASIN=0439023521	Easy read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is another young adult novel that I read as an adult.  It was very easy to read as the writing was pretty simplistic, but the story was interesting enough to keep me from putting it down.  I often re-read books, and don't know if this will make it to that re-read list anytime soon, but I do think fans of the young adult fantasy novels will enjoy this.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35YPQPHLAOWN9?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great series! I couldn't put them down! I was very skeptical about the story. I had no interest in reading a book about children killing children. I was intrigued though and I'm glad I gave it a try. Suzanne Collins did a good job keeping the books clean considering the plot. I would be comfortable letting my teenager read this series. Again, great series!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24JUTTI0P8AHK?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING story! My new favorite	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I held off reading this series for awhile because i couldnt get the ""young adults"" label out of my head. Within the first chapter i completely changed my thinking on this series. Suzanne Collins has written an amazing story that draws you in and makes you feel like you know these characters. This will continue to be a favorite of mine for a very long time.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CM9NJHEPZ4A4?ASIN=0439023521	One of the best books I've ever read!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie first so I was hesitant to read the book! Between the visuals portrayed by the writing and the memories I have from the movie, the book really came alive.  What a great combination to an incredible story.  I had trouble putting this book down and couldn't wait to get home from work to pick it back up!!  Read one book this year, this is it!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UC1OZYNVT1M4?ASIN=0439023521	worth reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book was really engaging and from the start it will cause you to want to keep reading to see what happens next. From the beginning all the way to the end it is all really good. My sister is probablyb the only person who odsent like the hunger games because she read the first two pages ad said that it wasnt the type of book that she would like to read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R253GRYD4G8BGD?ASIN=0439023521	OUTSTANDING STORY	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't usually write reviews, but I loved this book so much I felt I should. Certainly one of my all time favorites, as is her second book (just starting the third now). Parts are brutal, parts are touching, always emotional. I went through so many series of emotions reading this book, including anger, sadness, and happiness. I highly recommend this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/REPFXZ74ZEG4Z?ASIN=0439023521	Overall its a pretty good novel	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Overall its a pretty good novel. Its not my favorite but it defiantly keeps you on the edge of your seat. Good summer book to throw on your reading list if you don't mind the gore. Being a book lover, please do not judge the book by its movie! The series in my opinion gets better with each book. if you are even remotely interested, I would give it a shot.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19TYIGTRTC5Q3?ASIN=0439023521	Gruesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I did not expect this book to be a bloodbath.  That killing your fellow man for entertainment of others.  Of course, this was done in centuries past, but this seemed to be futuristic, which is scary to think about.  I knew who would win, it was t he how that made me continue to read.  I surly will stop with this book.  No more Hunger Games for me.  Sorry.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36YRMPL7EQLXF?ASIN=0439023521	Disappointed	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Just can't believe why this book is so praised. Characters are ""flat"" and uninspiring. Also, they're pictured too ""good vs bad"", which may appease to the young public but are hardly believable. I can't help but compare it with George R. Martin's ""Song of Fire and Ice"" series where each character is pictured with unbelievable depth.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1F9CP4DSBXDR4?ASIN=0439023521	Hollowcost.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">How did the ""country"" (world) get into the mess they were in?  And why was the capital modern and the districts in such dire straits?Its a different kind of BAD from Orwells 1984. The book was almost entertaining but I didn't get the rush some of my said they got. I would classify it as a must read.  Having said that, I plan to read books 2 and 3.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RI9YG5ASX7QUE?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I hope anyone who reads this book should enjoy it. A mixture of love and action all thrown into one. A love story in disguise. This book shows you what one little action can bring you to. Suzanne Collins has brought an amazing fiction book about love. I can't wait to read catching fire and see the hunger games on the big screen. Thank you Suzanne Collins.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNGTW4SD6M8CU?ASIN=0439023521	Exciting read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Overall the book is dark and seemingly hopeless. There are small victories here and there but the losses are overshadowing and overwhelming. The author does a fantastic job transporting the reader right into the heart of the Hunger Games. This book made me stop and think about those people around the world that live a modern, real Hunger Game. Great read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TQN5J0LM7K4W?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I should have ordered all three books at once; they are well written, interesting, with some fun, unexpected turns and twists. Waiting for the next two books was annoying, but totally my own fault. A good read about a quite fascinating concept. I wonder how far away from something like this we really are? Maybe not as far away as we would like to believe.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R526ZQLN69T1B?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Powerful social commentary - combines elements of the Olympics with America's insatiable desire for reality shows (i.e. Survivor, American Idol, etc.). Unspeakable heartache for a culture's momentary pleasure.  Mix in some beautiful archetype themes, i.e. substitutionary death, and some in-depth relatable characters, and you've got a very powerful series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1B9E3K4HRE5SH?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing trilogy!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wanted to read these books before I allowed my daughter to and have fallen in love with them! There is a ring of truth to what I saw as the underlying message in the books. The things that we do or watch for entertainment and how it affects our children.  I would highly recommend these books to anyone of any age.  Can't wait for the movie to come out!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SBXG6645L09H?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games are great books. I'm obsessed.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2D92WSBMQ2DJD?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was really good.  I watched the movie before deciding to read the books and that is okay because the movie stuck really close to the books.  I am really glad however they couldn't put everything from the book into the movie.  There is one part that would have really freaked me out if I had seen it on the big screen.  Can't wait to start book 2!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IMSMJAJ83AQ?ASIN=0439023521	Teenagers will love it since the story it tailor toward them	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's a book for kids. Teenagers will love it since the story it tailor toward them, but the writing is not all that compelling and it is only a slight variation on a number of similar themed books from years gone by.  It was good enough that I did not abandon reading it, but not compelling enough that I wanted to waste my time reading any of the sequels.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XNZIVZ2C5K1C?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome read!  It draws you in.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was very well written.  I actually saw the movie first in the theaters then am just reading the book.  In fact, I watched the DVD halfway through the book.  It's just that good of a story and Suzanne Collins is that great of a writer that I was still hooked on the book.  Reading the book helped me to understand some things in the movie as well.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVE1PCEDMBM7X?ASIN=0439023521	Read each and loved them!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Daughter got me reading these books. I am generally not a fan of first person POV.<br/>The story however kept me engaged and able to overlook this. Seems there are a lot of books out first person POV these days.<br/>Book 1: Great start<br/>Book 2: Best book<br/>Book 3: Continuation of greatness but falters in the end<br/><br/>Over all a great read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17SB76QCJH9HJ?ASIN=0439023521	Blow Your Mind	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I knew that this book was a keeper once I read the first chapter. The main character is Katniss and she is very brave. I couldn't put the book down and I can't  wait to see ""Catching Fire"" (second book of the Hunger Games) in theaters. Just for the fun of it I am going to read the whole series again. That is how good of a book it is, A MUST READ!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RAHDNIF7MCO8Y?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing page turner!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I first bought the book i didn't know what to expect. I had seen the movie prior to reading the book, so I already know what happens, but this book answer so many questions and confusions I had watching the movie. Took me 2 days to read! Absolutely LOVE this book! This story will absolutely keep you up at night wandering what's going to happen next!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROI41B9SZ77UK?ASIN=0439023521	My favorite book EVER	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is simply amazing. I love it because there are so many unexpected turns along the way. The only thing is that the ending is such a cliffhanger. Oh, and that I've gotten in trouble for not paying attention to what's around me because I'm to absorbed in this novel. This is actually my fourth time reading it! Anyways, I strongly suggest this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Z6XV7SZESPB5?ASIN=0439023521	Interesting even for adult readers	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Although Hunger Games is aimed at teen readers, it's an entertaining book for adults as well. It's a reasonably short book that has an ending that highly encourages the reader to continue the series. As some may already know, it's similar to several other stories in its plot line, particularly a well known Japanese book series also aimed at teen readers.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16V6R3CGI87NI?ASIN=0439023521	Review for the Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">OMG!!! I love the Hunger Games, it is one of the best books I have read, it may be the best!!! It was so addicting and I couldn't put it down. Each turn you took in it it was either a heart breaking moment or a suspenseful moment were someone was killed or survived a deadly battle. I can't put this book into words so all in all is was....AMAZING!!!!!! :)</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8TRH5G9FNMX7?ASIN=0439023521	RIVETING!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games kept me riveted through the whole book.- I felt as if I were right there experiencing everything along with the characters. Suzanne Collins displayed amazing writing talent as she took me through the subjective, feeling the horror as well as the beautiful. This is a ""must read""- and, believe me, you'll want to complete the entire series!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VYZMHV94OR2?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games 1	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was really the best book i have ever read because they had the best describing words and details i have ever seen in a book. And they described everything so well that i could see it in my head so it was basically like a movie! I hope everyone gets a chance to read this book because like i said, this was the best book i have ever read! Thank you! :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXYXW06ADAMOR?ASIN=0439023521	the hunger games...best book ever!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow! When I read this book I was amazed at how entertaining it is.My uncle told me about it and I had no expectations,I wasn't sure I'd like it. Boy was I wrong! The moment I opened to the first page, I couldn't put it.  down.This story has an amazing plot and is jam packed with action. If you're in need of a good read, the hunger gammes is the way to go</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BIFKM3Q4MJB7?ASIN=0439023521	Hard to put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed reading this book. I don't generally like sci-fi, but the human side of the story line is a nice balance against the fantasy. The author has a nice style and keeps things moving along. So why not 5 star? Some elements are predictable and the general concept of the Hunger Games is a bit of a ripoff of Shirley Jackson's short story ""The Lottery.""</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BQB8SF1SRYW?ASIN=0439023521	Intriguing story!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's hard to add to what everyone else has said. I had to read the book because of all the attention it has gotten and because I was about to see the movie. I give Suzanne Collins a lot of credit for creating such an intricate and complicated world. Kudos to her incredible imagination. Very well written, too. I wasn't disappointed even with all the hype.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TLRQWF58UNDN?ASIN=0439023521	Highly recommendable	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very good book. I just couldn't stop reading until I finished it, and couldn't help buying the second book, which I'm reading now. It's got a very well managed plot, and the conflict could be translated into the diverse ways societies are pushed and pulled to behave in certain expected ways.<br/>I actually got far more than I expected when I bought it.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2L5C0RAA82NP9?ASIN=0439023521	can't stop	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the movies so much I I downloaded the book before leaving on a business to England from California. Every open moment I would sneak to read more and more. I finished the book after just 2 days!  It really helped to give me more background to the movie. But the movie did a great job re telling this first book. Can't wait to start on the next one!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1J74WZPUQHTUA?ASIN=0439023521	A thrilling, fun read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really liked this book. I saw the first movie before I even knew of the book series but now I'm glad I decided to read it. I will read Catching Fire now before seeing the movie. One really good thing about this book worth mentioning is that I felt the book left on more of a cliff hanger than the movie, so new readers have something to look forward to.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GXM8BOWT44IL?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What a compelling book. You're right in there from the very start with a scary life or death scenario that doesn't let up.  Definite echoes of that classic 'the Running Man',<br/><br/>I'd certainly recommend it for read but only if you can tolerate a degree of gore and violence, I guess also this is also a young adult story but hey I'm young at heart!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3N2NRLB0OPWLZ?ASIN=0439023521	An Astonishing Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was so amazing; I read it in two days, only stopping to eat. In fact, it was so gripping and suspenseful that I read it while using the bathroom. I recommend this book for readers ages twelve (my age) and up. Seeing how hard it is to find great child appropriate books these days, I was very satisfied with this book. Thank you, Suzanne Collins.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24OD4BKPFLELU?ASIN=0439023521	What can I say that hasn't been said before?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was great.  I loved the backstory, I loved the characters, and I loved the overall plot.  I quickly got involved with the story and I couldn't put it down.  There is many things that could be said about the story, such as it is a classic tale of the underdog facing down the oppressing forces of the establishment, that it is a tale of innosence</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNGE66OO1C6YA?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">In my opinion this is little better than a child's book.  A lot of the ideas and concepts are nice, but the heroine does nothing proactive.  Much like modern sitcoms, there are several parts designed to draw out emotions, which it does well, however the book overall lacks substance.  Basically, it's a modern day Romeo and Juliette with a bit of a twist.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HONT3A0W7ZAE?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games ebook	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well written, easily digested and enjoyable. I wouldn't buy any further books on the same theme because it looks as if the first book pretty much squeezed all the juice out of the idea.<br/>However would definitely recommend it if you like sci-fi. If the author has a book on a different theme would be interested to read it. The price is also excellent.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JNW1G2HTKNBV?ASIN=0439023521	A Must Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm not even going to attempt to do a long drawn out review. I'll keep it simple.<br/>This book is absolutely brilliant. It is hands down one of the most impressive books I have read. It's dark, powerful, touching and totally innovative. It's one of those books that I can see becoming a classic, a book that will still be relevant in many years to come.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CJGUYKPK60TR?ASIN=0439023521	loved, loved, loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This trilogy is really great, I had to read one book after the other because they were that good. Though I admit I like book 1 and 2 better because the third was a bit disappointing. But this book was a great start and I thought it was original and I wanted to know more about Katniss, Peeta and the rest of the characters. I highly recommend this series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROL11KPO60AC2?ASIN=0439023521	Best since Harry Potter	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Heart grabbing characters and a terrific plot. Futuristic scenario and violent nature are offset by heartwarming development of plot and characters. In comparison to other 1st books to be followed by sequels, I would rate it comparable to book 1 of Harry Potter. It is an easier read than other great multi-novels like Wheel of Time and Lord of the Rings.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2B3LB580190E?ASIN=0439023521	So SO SO good!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games saga are the best books I've read by far!  You can't put them down!  The writing is fantastic and I can go on and on but I don't want to give anything away.  I'm going to get the other books by this author because if she wrote in them up to the level of these books, they have to be great.  These will be read over and over again!  GREAT!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HAP8UL2QUJQP?ASIN=0439023521	Love this book..but get a clue Katniss	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love the Hunger Games. It's great at telling the story making you feel like you are there with Katniss. But come on . Katrina is a smart resourceful girl. So how can she be so freaking clueless about boys. Gale obviously loves her and Peeta is very in love with her and her first thought is..""wow...Peeta is really good at this game play?""...REALLY????</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2EMHVGSV4C9RV?ASIN=0439023521	1 week	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The story of this book is nothing you have read before. I found this book pretty interesting, i loved it so much that i had to take it with me to class. Despite of being a short book, its a well developed story, and it catches your attention since you start reading the first page. I highly recommend this book if you like fiction and particular stories.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R108NRZVLD7RRR?ASIN=0439023521	I'M IN AWE	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I just can't wait to get the second book.... this one, I couldn't put it down a second... It was exciting and adventurous and well better than the movie... My suggestion... READ THE BOOK !!!<br/>  You will not regret reading this one, this is a keeper for eternity... if you don't like adventure books or suspenseful books, this might not be your taste.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROJQFMIE4CG6H?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic read for young adults!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was full of action and romance, you're constantly trying to figure out the next plot which was always full of true twists and turns. What the 'gamekeepers' next moves were going to be in order to keep control of the game... in the end though we're left to look for the first page of the next book, hope the whole series continued the same pace.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FEQWL74FSTDK?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing. But the movie changed so much.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely love the book. I wish that so much hadn't been changed. This book is scarcely when you think of how possible it could become a century or so from now. Collins does a great job with Katniss' internal monologue and the description. Never was the book dull and I was gripping my kindle until the very last page. I can't wait to read book two!(:</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KYG1ZY3DYL01?ASIN=0439023521	Disturbing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Call me old fashioned but I find it disturbing that this book has gained so much popularity with young children, ages 10-13. That's all I could think about while reading it. Children taken away from their homes to participate in a ""game"" where they kill each other? Seriously, No wonder our world is becoming what it is. I had no interest in book 2 or 3.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CQ0VODGNSIIV?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read the book before the movie came out. Glad I did. The movie did not do it justice! I could not put this book down. I read it in class, at work, at home for hours at a time. It's not a girly book like Twilight so my boyfriend actually decided to watch the movie with me! This book really makes you think about human nature, government, politics, etc.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XTDSX567DTTW?ASIN=0439023521	I can't believe I loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When my son brought this home from school as a book report project, I thought ""NO WAY"".  I was wrong.  I was hooked after the first chapter.  It kept me engaged and I couldn't put it down.  It was not as graphic and focused on the death of kids as I expected.  I read it in no time and have even finished the second book also.  Can't wait for the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37H899HNJB37W?ASIN=0439023521	Engaging characters in a fantastic story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Every once in a while a story comes along that really draws you into the life of the characters.  This is one of those stories.  It is not always fast paced, but extremely rich in detail, providing ample opportunity to understand the characters.  One word of warning though, this is the first book in a trilogy and if you read one you will read them all.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1L9YQBJ723D04?ASIN=0439023521	best series i have ever read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book and the two that come after it were the most intriging books i have ever read. i couldnt put the down. once you read the first one you will read all of them, trust me. i just finished them last week and i am reluctant to start reading a new book because it will not live up to the standards that these books have set! i might just re read them!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YR92MV3TP7QJ?ASIN=0439023521	Don't trust first impressions	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I first heard about the Hunger Games I was completely turned off. A book about teenagers fighting to the death? Sick, sadistic and just plain weird! Once it became increasingly popular, however, I decided to give it a go. And what a surprise it threw me! I was entranced from the first of many sarcastic comments made by Katniss on page one. I quickly realized that this book was not a complete bloodbath. It's about finding who you are in the toughest of circumstances. It's about love, endurance and passion. Yes, futuristic worlds are a little farfetched, but of all scifi books I've read, this is by far the most relatable and understandable one.<br/><br/>Katniss Everdeen, District 12, has more than a few worries. Living in the coal district, in what used to be Appalachia, Katniss is overwhelmed with the ordeals of hunting and selling game without being caught, keeping her sister and mother alive, making up for her father's death by coal mine explosion, and, of course, the possibility of her name being called at the reaping.<br/><br/>Peter Mallock, District 12, has his own worries. Steering clear of his volatile mother, his name being called in the reaping, and how to tell the girl, whom he's never talked to, he loves her.<br/><br/> SPOILER ALERT<br/>This year is the first year Prim, Katniss's sister will have her name in the reaping, but Katniss isn't to scared. After all, her sister name was only put in once, what are the odds of her being chosen. However, when odds are quite obviously against the Everdeens, Katniss must step in an take her sisters place. Along with Katniss, Peetas name is chosen as well. Now they must fight to pay overdue debts, make it back home, sort out some feelings, and stay true to themselves.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FEUERF5ZZMUA?ASIN=0439023521	I Have Never Been so Eager to Read....	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love to read. I really do. I've always loved to read, and I've always chosen reading over playing video games or talking to my friends. But this book really hooked me. I spent every spare second I had reading. I couldn't put this down! I didn't want to sleep at night because it was such a good book! Love a rebellion? Then this is the book for you!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3ECB8VF8SJ7L7?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love to read a good fiction and this is one of my all time favorites now.  If you haven't started the series (there are 3 books) you owe it to yourself to see why this book is a best seller with movies made of it.  Great adventure with a little romance tossed in, plus a little social commentary in the age old story of the haves verses the have-nots.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYEVKXPXNDG6M?ASIN=0439023521	Review of Hunger Games Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved the book! The only thing that I did not like wad the fact that there would be a really good part to almost the climax and then the story would move onto another subject.<br/>The ending was wonderful! Now, I just have to download the two other books because I feel like I have been left hanging and am very curios to see where the story line goes.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Q8MQ69ALFCSX?ASIN=0439023521	WOW! I love this book!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book! I never wanted to put the book down! The worst thing was when there were fewer and fewer pages and I knew it was coming to an end! I am so happy that the author wrote 3 books in this series and luckily Catching Fire did not take long to arrive! I've read the whole series now and it is sooo good, I know I will read it again and again!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMLP7F305NVZG?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book had me hooked from beginning to end, which is very rare for me considering I don't read books often! This book has an interesting post apocalyptic/ somewhat futuristic setting where people have some strange traditions and means of living and surviving! I highly recommend this book to anyone that wants an adventure with some romance mixed in!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZXTCHZUDICVL?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The most fun time i've had reading in a long time.  I had know idea what i was getting into, I new nothing of this<br/>book and know one i new had read it.  It fwas very creative, the characters where great, Katnis was wonderful.  I<br/>sent it to my sister for her husband and sons to read, the all loved it and couldn't wait to read the other books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VVMSYXTT7VF2?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome book! I Thoroughly enjoyed it. I must admit that I watched the movie before I had even heard of the hunger games books and immediately afterwards I wanted to read the book and continue to read the rest. The movie did follow the book quite well and the little details that weren't in the movie were definitely a joy to read. Definitely a fan!! :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12B4806KQO47H?ASIN=0439023521	Better than expected.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I started this book I was not sure that I was going to like it.  It seemed to be trying to hard to be more than what it was. The reality is by the half way point I was hooked into the story line. Would I consider this a masterpiece of literature? No but it is a guilty pleasure that I'm looking forward to continuing by reading the remaining books.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2J2N7ZMSJR0AD?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I read this book I was already in tears. All this romance, deaths, and sadness was to much to handle. I am 10 years old and I found this book amazing. I loved the way Suzanne described Katniss so unsure of her love for Petta and him being a lovely romantic. I strongly advise this book to anyone who wants to read it. Can't wait to see the movie!!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1W3YISIXEOY1E?ASIN=0439023521	The games review, downloaded book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Downloaded the book because of the rave reviews on the film. Really enjoyed the book, captures your imagination from the start. Then went on to see to film, don't bother, as usual, director decides what best for the public, not!<br/>Lack of imagination, Buffy without the vampires, shame, would have added a bit of spice. Read the book forget the film.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSSKEVTMZDVH5?ASIN=0439023521	Exciting thriller	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thoroughly enjoyed this series and couldn't stop reading until the end of the third book.  I don't usually like or enjoy science fiction, nor do I have a stomach for violence, but this book was exceptional.  I would recommend it to anyone-young or older who likes action, characters that are interesting and courageous, and edge of your seat suspense.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10XX1Q18NI6I7?ASIN=0439023521	Suspenseful read...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Overall this book was held my attention. There were well detailed action scenes, as well as a pleasing slower-paced chapters that flowed well throughout the book. This book made it so that I could feel what the narrator of the story was feeling. I am excited to get started on the 2nd book, so far Suzanne Collins has come up with a brilliant storyline.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2EJSH6ZMY7TMK?ASIN=0439023521	Incredible!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">At first I found the premise of this book series to be ""out there"" for it to be very good. Once I started book one...I couldn't stop reading. The details are so vivid, you can imagine yourself there... you can feel the emotions. Don't miss out because you feel this sounds more like a ""teen"" book series.  It was amazing; hope the movie does it justice.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16JDF849ORATI?ASIN=0439023521	For Twilight fans only	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed the first half of the book. A ""Lord of the flies"" survival tone at the beginning, but then it takes a turn for the worst. It feels like the second half was altered to appeal to the ""Twilight"" market. The main character's personality makes an abrupt change in the beginning of the 2nd half. I will not be reading the rest of the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1H2PW6D1QX284?ASIN=0439023521	Great plot	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is my favorite series and I have read it many times. The plot is great with all of the twists and turns it takes. I also love how the author makes up this whole other world in place of how it is now. This book is great on the kindle because you don't have to worry about losing your place or wrinkling a page. Over all, this purchase will pay off.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGADU2N3NVE6C?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought this book was great, hard to put down...<br/><br/>I've been entering 'books like' 'Divergent and Hunger Games' trying to find similar stories... Ive gotten a few good ones in my cart and hope they dont disappoint. I find that I tend to skip over books with low ratings so I thought I better start doing my part and help books get read... :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R77E75K1CVNDA?ASIN=0439023521	This book was awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger Games was a great book.  What I liked best about this book was how good the kids were at fighting.  What I  liked least about the book was when Rue died.  I think kids would like this book because it's exciting,it is easy to read,the fighting is cool although I wouldn't want to my family to go through it.  I would strongly recommend this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3D6PZGBH51CAQ?ASIN=0439023521	A fun read for a slow summer	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had heard from my grand kids that it was a good book and Papa should read it. Well I took their advice and read it. It was enjoyable and a fun quick read. I also ended up buying the other two books of the series and they were enjoyable as well. I am a senior and I was worried about it being silly and not worth my time, well I was wrong, I liked it.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1E9N6PKR75AD8?ASIN=0439023521	Suspense!! Made me not want to put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I just finished this book and Im a fan of the Hunger Games! I loved this book. It was full of suspense and kept me on my feet! I couldnt wait to get back to it everytime I put it down. Im an adult and I know it was written for teens but I found it to be a really good story! I already bought part II and part III and will start reading part II tonight!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QXOQ69EMEKNM?ASIN=0439023521	Page turner indeed!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow, this book is amazing!  I literally could not put this book down.  It was action packed from the start!  I am not one for the romantic triangles, which is so overused now, but this was subtle so I was fine with this.  I was really scared for Peeta and Katniss and rooted for them throughout the book.  This novel was great and lived up to the hype.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OYRN7VVFJKG6?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book, the entire series actually, is an amazing story. Yes it had a little bit of teenage love triangle action but it wasn't overdone. Besides, it fits in with the story. This was refreshing in it's own way because it was something different, makes you think. I laughed, I cried...definitely read at least this first book! You will not be sorry!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2URA514UECUN8?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I LOVED the book I would read it all over again!😎 I loved all the romance and violence<br/><br/>I would recommend this book to my mom and dad especially my dad because they love that kind of stuff<br/><br/>The reason I gave the 5 star review us because the book was SOOOOOO violent but also romantic. That's the kind of stuff people want too read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RU08RLZW95WED?ASIN=0439023521	I've read this 23 times and I don't normally read so that is saying a lot !!!!!!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I would recommend this book to anyone looking for an amazing reading experience. This book has lots of detail as if it were the movie. It is a visual book that allows you to dive into Suzanne Collins amazing skill of writing, she should become the most loved, praised,and read author there is .I give this book five stars hands down no doubt about it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19LN2T66KR6GN?ASIN=0439023521	The Best Book I've Read In a Long While	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was a little hesitant to purchase a book written for the teenage audience. But all I can say is Whew!!!! what a storyline. The author is a gifted writer. She gave me such a visual of everything mentioned in the book - I felt like I was there watching in person. It was an easy read, fast moving story making me gasp for more!  It's worth every dime.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRXXENCO7E20N?ASIN=0439023521	BEST BOOK EVER!!!!!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i love this book! It can be a little disturbing at some parts but thats not really til the third book. I have read this book 3 times and that  is not enough. I went to see the movie the first day it came out. I am a total hunger games fanatic!READ THIS BOOK it is my favorite no douts. Of course it is hard for me not to like dystopian fiction novels.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14M11R60ERME6?ASIN=0439023521	First Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book. I saw the movie before  I read the book but I was pleasantly surprised to find that I enjoyed the book much more than the movie. There is a lot of deeper plot structure that the movie fails to capture. If you enjoyed the movie than you will definitely find this a phenomenal novel that you won't want to put down until the very end.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3880QMYBTUE3V?ASIN=0439023521	Pleasantly Surprised!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'll admit the only reason I read this book was because it was offered through Kindle's Lending Library. However I truly enjoyed it and thought Suzanne Collins did a fantastic job of drawing the reader into this fantasy setting, creating relate-able characters and developing the plot at a perfect pace. I will definitely read the rest of the trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QUBTNLH8VMBG?ASIN=0439023521	hunter of artemis	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book was amazing!!! I just couldn't put this book down.its an action an it has a little bit af ro<br/>mance not too serious of a romance.it has alot of fighting and aslo in the book you see her thoughts like she is saying her mind but shes not. its hard for me to explain but just read the book and you will know what i mean.you know you want :)</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MCASV4RLKMYZ?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is one of the best books I have read in years! I would recommend it to people of all ages! The movie is great but you really need to read the book to get the full experience! Also, I would recommend that you read the rest of the trilogy but I warn you, you will be so disappointed when it ends..... So I just read them all over again.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRYYH696JWGPL?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wanted to read the book in advance of the movie to see if I would like to see it or to see if it was suitable for my 11 year old granddaughter.  The book was a little violant in places but not enough that I would not want my granddaughter to read it.  I enjoyed it and think she will too.  I have read all three books and will let her read them too.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2E26U2K0NB0NT?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well, what can I say what hasn't been said yet..? Nothing. And yet I can't stop myself from singing Suzanne Collins' praises on Amazon cos I liked it that much! Recently saw the movie as well and liked that too. Be sure to buy this one if you like dystopian novels with romance in it. Another one in this genre I liked was 'Delirium' by Lauren Oliver.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1O67U5ISSRPF8?ASIN=0439023521	Draws you in	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Even though this book is categorized as a young adult novel, I immediately found it compelling as I worked my way through the first chapter. I recommend it to anyone looking for a fresh series to read that is entertaining, engaging, and addictive. I've moved on to the final book in the series and I'm very much looking forward to the film being made.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IRBR3L5H8162?ASIN=0439023521	Lives up to the hype	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've heard many great things about this book, and I found them all true.  I loved the main character, the love story, the crazy set up and the amazing suspense.  I was glued to my seat the whole time I read this.  It's different from everything else out there, and the characters felt like living, breathing people.  I can't wait to see it as a movie!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14TR7M8NHNZZS?ASIN=0439023521	Despite its subject matter, it is a tale of hope, not brutality	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book deals with a very dismal subject - the idea that teens have to kill each other to survive. And even though the government is corrupted, and the competitors are brutal, there is reason to hope, and the book has an uplifting tone. It is also very intense - you'll probably want to read it in one sitting. I was up way too late reading this :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPT6YU5ZA44J1?ASIN=0439023521	Easy to read. Good story.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The language is easy to read and the storyline draws you in. Would recommend for middle school and high school age readers.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11SCNQ6H9EWYG?ASIN=0439023521	Perfect!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This edition is GORGEOUS and the story is amazing!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QAH11MQVMRJD?ASIN=0439023521	"excellent well - written ""wordy"" and quite enjoyable."	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed this book as much as possible considering the subject matter. I'm now onto book two... She's very ""wordy"" which I like that. Never be afraid of telling me the story. Be wordy with lots of description and put me there. Let me see what you see, hear what you hear, experience what you're experiencing and you'll have a fan for life!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9Y319S9TRTXR?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved how they incorporated Rue and Foxface into the book. Still liked the movie better but this was definitely a great book!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1M531X0RNHW7D?ASIN=0439023521	Didn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked everything about this book. I read it in less than 24 hours. I felt like I really got to know Katniss &amp; her conflicts as a real person. The deaths of some of the tributes brought tears to my eyes. I loved the dynamic of Katniss the girl, the head of her family, her life &amp; the love triangle that makes me feel bad for her. I can't wait to start the second book. NOW I can watch the movie finally!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HQ6DO244D9IO?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Gr8 series</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R167JWS0QHSD1A?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">good purchase</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2B0RHS8I4HY1P?ASIN=0439023521	I loved this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was very detailed and well written and the emotional parts really did pull on your heart strings. It was exciting just to read it and it really puts you into the horrific world of the characters.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33VIY1W85JA3G?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved the first one, onto my second......loving it!!!! Highly recommend this series, something totally different to what I usually read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OKD2YKIT4EWZ?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent book but HATED the naration!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read all three of the books before the first movie even came out and thought it would be fun to listen to the audion versions in anticipation of Mockingjay part 1. I absolutely LOVE the books and the movies, though I thought the movies didn't portray the extent of the relationships, nor the length of time spent in the arena (but understandable for a 2 hour movie). So I was very disapointed when listening to the audio version. Katness is portrayed as a silly little girl, not the strong survivor I pictured in my mind with the printed book nor the movie. Carolyn McCormick makes her sound downright stupid at times. Also, the capital characters Carolyn McCormick gives life to are just annoying. I absolutely HATED listening to it! Had this been the first exposure I had to the story I don't think I would have never become a fan and would probably not have even attempted the second or third books.<br/><br/>Take the extra effort to read the printed book and pass on this audio version!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37NPUSLWJ10HB?ASIN=0439023521	Great to start reading habits or intermediate english learners	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am not a reader but this book caught my attention enough to be able to finish it, very recommended if you want to start reading habits and you like science fiction with a bit of social dilemas.<br/>Also it uses a vocabulary that it is easy to understand for non-native speakers or people like me that wants to improve its english skills by reading</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3E8WRA11NRM9P?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Looking forward to reading the rest of this fascinating story. I really enjoyed the way the characters are developing and am wondering how their worlds will change for them now. What will the President and the Capitol do now.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R165MP1MMW5XA8?ASIN=0439023521	It's kindle time	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A great movie and a great book to read - can't wait for the next one<br/>On kindle for you now</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28L2WZKOS9W60?ASIN=0439023521	Just like the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Saw the movies first, but after reading the book it was just like watching the movie. I found it enjoyable and easy to read, I ould recommend it for any one of any age.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2F1L7PGYXHLW4?ASIN=0439023521	A book to stir the emotions	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'd heard this was good so one day I bought it on the Kindle. I couldn't turn it off. It was sooo good. At the end of the book I found myself angry with the state of the world because this book brought out emotions and to me that was what made this such a great read. It made me look at the current state of the world and it lifted off the blinkers that us fortunate people wear. It's easy to look past hunger and oppression. Good on Suzanne Collins for getting me to take off the blinkers.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1082QLC3QQJJJ?ASIN=0439023521	brilliant	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Easy and entertaining read. Absolutely loved it and had to stop getting excited and skipping to the next page because the story line was so enthralling.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RI9WV2XST6SBM?ASIN=0439023521	The Story of a Girl who Reluctantly Defies the Capital's Wishes	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My students have vehemently supported the Hunger Games for quite some time, so I finally made time to read/listen to it on my drive to work. I was pleasantly surprised at the book and am quite happy to support it myself. Catnis is reminiscent of other reluctant heroes like Frodo Baggins, Harry Potter, Luke Skywalker, and even Indiana Jones. These often make the best protagonists, and the reader can't help but like Catnis for her realistic naivety, inability to act out the role the Capitol has cast her in, and her seemingly constant knack for finding herself in the midst of the action at the most inopportune times. Finally, we can't help but fall far  Catnis' instinct to protect her family, something she's been doing for years.<br/><br/>As Catnis steps forward to protect her sister's life in the Capital's Hunger Games, where two people from each district are pitted against each other in a murderous fight to the death, she discovers a world of intrigue, politics, manipulation, and corruption that rises to the topmost figures and representatives. As she maneuvers through, you can't help but root for her and Pita as they try to stay alive and deal with their growing love in a game designed to have only one winner.<br/><br/>This book is a great one for readers of all ages. If you like a reluctant hero, futuristic stories, and tales about underdogs and overwhelming odds, this one is certainly up your alley.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NS4Z0YQSJ9NK?ASIN=0439023521	I Love the book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The item is beautiful and like new!! I am happy with the book! I love The Hunger Games. Thank you very much.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LE2OASRCHGVZ?ASIN=0439023521	Love the Large Print	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was trying to find a book that would interest a student struggling to learn to read. I believe the large print will be a plus in helping this student, who is a 6th grade student reading on a 2nd grade level, be motivated to read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2X3M408ATW6B6?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!! Kept me hooked the whole time.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger Gams is a great book!! Love the concept. Couldn't put it down, can't wait to get started on the next!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1J2HSYXEOAD5L?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it a lot, couldn't put it down, had to finish it.  Very easy to read worth the cost of buying.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXXG2ZJAXQXQP?ASIN=0439023521	a satisfying read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">whilst i am not sure of the writing style, this book certainly dragged me in. I have never seen the TV series/show-whatever, but imagine it could be done well by the right director. needless to say i have now purchased the second book and will also have to do the last.<br/>the world created intriguing and shows great imagination by the Author. Whilst some of the plot lines you can see coming/developing, a few did catch me by surprise.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RC92P6S40SQAY?ASIN=0439023521	Fun read, but nothing new.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed the book.  It was a lot of fun.  I was worried everything would be cliche after cliche as the idea is heavily influenced by Battle  Royale and 1984.  Still, it was fun.  It has the potential to say a lot more about our culture in America, but it stayed away for the action.  I just wanted to know more about Panem.  Good read though.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34XGHL9UXG9NH?ASIN=0439023521	Cool!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Really good book, i would reccommend this over the movie any day! Must buy if you like the series, please!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFV7RM8DG54EO?ASIN=0439023521	Good cover	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book is just fantastic and has you on-edge from start to finish. Love the movie cover edition. Very pretty.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTJAVG1GSWFR7?ASIN=0439023521	Gripping	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Watched the movie and then read the book. I thought the movie was actually pretty good and had a lot of the book in it but still…. books are way better.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34C35F2OX62WL?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The film kept very close to the book, making it easy to enjoy the two of them together.  An excellent read, and highly recommended.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MBA30R0JPPJ2?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games (Book 1)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Never thought I'd read this book when it first became popular, but my daughter tweaked my interest - said it was really good. I have just finished the first book - thought it was terrific .  The concept grabs you, the setting gets you right in from the very start, I looked forward to reading more every night. Thoroughly good, thoroughly satisfying.  Recommended to one and all.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2AF2C8PAC5T0Y?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Put off reading this book, but the CD was wonderful.  Thank you for a great shopping experience.  I look forward to the next book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GI5HKYC2PEXD?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Found it very entertaining.  Will read more Suzanne Collins books. Highly recommend it to anyone that enjoys this particular genre.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R99T642QYT2MX?ASIN=0439023521	loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">the hunger games movie what a cool movie now a collectors item since we had the great and late hoffman in the movie love this movie</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BNIXOY73NLDB?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Once I started reading I couldn't stop. Even though I watched the movie first and knew what was going to happen, the book explained so much more. The fast pace was well suited to my taste and the characters were diverse and well described. This was a great read and I'd recommend it to anybody.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDA1R8PQ5K241?ASIN=0439023521	must read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Didn't think I'd like it as it's kids killing kids.  But the story is plausible in the setting.  Thoroughly enjoyed it. Looking for the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29L96XX3XTVQH?ASIN=0439023521	A good light weight read for the summer holidays	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed the books and they hooked me until the very end, when the heroine finally made the choice that she wasn't ready to earlier on.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWT44CC4ZAWCC?ASIN=0439023521	yes!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely Loved the first person perspective of this book. I was able to know what Katnis was thinking. (I saw the movie first)</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGFSE3TGC30TM?ASIN=0439023521	readable young adult fiction	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Readable and enjoyable not a standout in any category. My daughter (and her friends) was crazy about it though, so it's useful as a view into the teenage mind. Collins certainly struck something there.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNIMJWZZ4L60M?ASIN=0439023521	Enjoyable read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The author leads you through the story well. The book has a  well thought out plot.  The character development is good. The book keeps you interested throughout with its  little twist and turns of events. I was an easy and enjoyable read.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OT36Q3HNAZPQ?ASIN=0439023521	ABSOLUTELY FANTASTIC - Unique full on Action	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This had to be one of the biggest anticipated reads for me so far. I had actually seen the movie before reading the book and enjoyed the movie a lot. I have also seen Catching Fire and haven’t read that book yet, but it was great too, so I can’t wait to read that soon. Everybody has been telling me how fabulous and awesome The Hunger Games is and how different AND I totally agree with that. It was amazing and so very different from anything else I have ever read. The movie for me wasn’t too far off from the book, but they could have put a little more of the intimate scenes into the movie that are in the book.<br/><br/>So of course the majority of you have probably already read The Hunger Games, but this is my opinion anyhow…………<br/><br/>Katniss Everdeen is a sixteen year old that is beyond her years. She has been supplying food for her Mother and Sister since her father died in the mines 5 years ago. Her Mother broke when that happened and hasn’t been able to cope since. Katniss has to be the responsible one and look out for her sister, so decided to take matters in her own hands and hunt for food. Over the years she has teamed up with Gale to hunt in the forest (forbidden, but necessary to survive).<br/><br/>Living in District 12 they are not known for their wealth or for winning The Games. When The Reaping approaches and Prim (Katniss’ sister) is put in the running for becoming the female tribute, Katniss is determined to make sure the odds are more in her favour than Prim’s. But as fate would have it, Prim is chosen. Katniss is shocked and quickly volunteers in her stead. Gale has so many entries that he is sure to be the male tribute, but he is not and Peeta Mellark is the chosen one.<br/><br/>Saying goodbye to her family, Katniss is determined to show a strong front. She doesn’t want the audience or the Capitol to think she is weak. On the outside she appears strong and stand offish, but inside she is trembling like an earthquake.<br/><br/>Heading to the Capitol and beginning their preparation for the Games, Katniss and Peeta have to undergo interviews and training. During his interview Peeta has revealed that he is in love with Katniss and has always been. WT? Katniss has never known about this; is it true or just a ruse for the Games?<br/><br/>In the arena survival mode kicks in. Katniss takes off for the trees and Peeta seems to have formed an alliance. Katniss feels betrayed and is now even more determined to win the Games. Living, surviving and enduring the difficulties the Capitol throw at her, can Katniss survive against the odds? What will happen to Peeta, has he survived? Does he really love her or is just for show? Katniss is so confused. WHO WILL WIN THE GAMES?<br/><br/>This book certainly has every aspect for a box office hit, with romance, drama, action, betrayal, friendships, loyalty and the unexpected. I certainly do love this book and it is a fabulous start to the series. I cannot wait to read Catching Fire and Mockingjay. Totally recommend to those who haven’t had to chance to read it yet.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12DHEMOCLWEGH?ASIN=0439023521	Why I love The Hunger Games.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games are the best books ever!! They are well written, super suspenseful and leave you wanting more!! It was so good I read it in a day!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VE6ZZKV576Y1?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best book I have read this year.<br/>Looking forward to reading the other two books in the trilogy.<br/>The movie does not do the book justice.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KAXDKK400GEZ?ASIN=0439023521	Read this before you see the movie!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book. I knew I had to read it before I watched the movies and  Ian so glad I did. Watched the movie today knowing the full backstory and enhanced the experience 100%</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RN8UIW9Y0FWZI?ASIN=0439023521	You have to read this!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Absolutely awesome!!! Could not put it down! Romance, action and sci-fi. Could this really be a future possibility? Loved it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31J0DBM6J7T8M?ASIN=0439023521	It's okay..  but ...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed the book.  As in.. the print and paper.. BOOK.<br/><br/>I bought a copy of the audio book from a used book store (actually got all 3) thinking I'd enjoy listening to the books while I'm at work. (I have a job where I'm able to listen to music / audiobooks..etc.  while processing documents).<br/><br/>And .. mostly it's annoying.  There's too much of a pause between actual dialog from a character, and then the descriptive text.  For example:<br/><br/>That's not her fault.<br/><br/>::Pause<br/>::Pause<br/>::Pause<br/><br/>I say.<br/><br/>The very noticeable pauses in the text is REALLY, SERIOUSLY distracting and interrupts the flow of the audio book badly.  I'm glad I bought these used, I'd be angry if I'd paid full price new.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1EAOJXHYM0S3U?ASIN=0439023521	A great read :)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After watching the first two movies and seeing how the second movie ended I had to read ALL the books to find out what happened.<br/><br/>It was kind of predictable but kept you wondering as well.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R135XQT3V6GDJO?ASIN=0439023521	A great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent story. Fascinating, I couldn't put it down. The characters are great and finally a movie that is very close to the book, probably because Suzanne Collins was an exec producer!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21QGR4OESM3QM?ASIN=0439023521	Love the story, and the recording was great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i am a 40+ year old man.  When I began to hear people rave about the Hunger Games book, a couple of years ago, I thought I should check it out.  I have a long daily commute, but not a lt of time to sit and read for pleasure, so I got the audio book.  I highly recommend it.  The fact that the book is written in the first person draws the reader in to the character.  This is in spite of the fact that Katniss is a teenage girl.  The story is also a very good one.  The reading was well done and made listening easy to follow and enjoy.  I ended up getting the entire trilogy on audio book and I enjoyed the whole set</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23PPC3KB371CT?ASIN=0439023521	Irrevocably Drawn Into	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The story is about Katniss Everdeen, a sixteen year old girl who lives a life of poverty, like most of the country, illegally hunting to feed her mother and younger sister, Prim. Each year the richest part of the country, the Capitol, holds The Hunger Games, their annual reality TV show. There are twelve districts that must compete, each with a male and female tribute. It’s a fight to the death and there is only one winner. Much to Katniss’ horror, Prim is chosen. In act of complete selflessness, Katniss volunteers in her place. In order to keep her family alive, Katniss has no choice but to win.<br/><br/>I think i was irrevocably drawn into this story from about page three. I could not put it down. I’m a dogged reader and will read to the end (unless it contains sex) even if it never draws me in. This drew me in. And it wasn’t just because it was interesting, it was the way it was written. It was written in first person, in present tense. Each moment was written as it was happening. It is not easy to pull this off. You can get it so terribly wrong. The author got it so, so right. It was amazing and she really used it to her advantage in how the story unfolds.<br/><br/>The story is aimed at young adults and it’s not a terribly long story however i found it really interesting that the book spans no more than a few weeks. This is generally unheard of in books. Usually it’s at least a few months, if not longer. It made the book seem a lot longer than it actually was because time didn’t pass very fast at all. I think it developed the characters and the story well. It was really detailed and you were able to experience each moment as Katniss did. Some might find this tiresome however i did not. I really enjoyed it.<br/><br/>As it was aimed at young adults, the story is very much from the point of view of a sixteen year old female. Even though Katniss is very mature, smart and interesting, she is also experiencing things that only sixteen year old girls would. However even as an adult (albeit not much older than Katniss) i still enjoyed getting to know her and rooting for her in her battle to survive. I really liked all the characters in the story and it was really well done how the author portrayed each child (because that’s what they are!) trying to survive The Games. There were some bits that i thought were a little silly, mainly the silly kisses (i don’t want to give too much away) however I’m not sure if that was the whole point.<br/><br/>The premise of the story is quite brutal and is not easily dismissed. It lingers long after you’ve finished reading.<br/><br/>Overall i really enjoyed reading this and i would highly recommend it. I’m hoping that the next two books are as good, or even better.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SFPQ7OCMYHYZ?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Totally engrossed from the beginning (shame the movie cannot claim the same)! Aimed at a similar age to the Twilight series but still enjoyed as an adult, and even more so!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UBX7EG44FYSR?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Terrific!  Have read it and passed it to several friends.  Once you start it you can't put it down.  At least don't want to.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14WTDY1HZW47K?ASIN=0439023521	Mim	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book and would definitely recommend it to anyone. With Katniss, the world seems so amazing and interesting because of her point of view!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XQ41LHAWSBMI?ASIN=0439023521	Very exciting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games Collection are very good novels. I had a hard time put any of the books down.  I was so excited and anxious to find out the out comes.  I saw the 1st movie, which was very good. but the books are much better.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2EFHHAQAPQG4Z?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Never in a million years would I have thought that I would enjoy this book, but I absolutely loved and read it in 2 days. I am so glad that my book club decided to read it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3ETTV5ZSZK928?ASIN=0439023521	Much better than expected	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I began reading the Hunger Games shortly before the first movie hit the theaters and I was expecting both book and movie to be at least somewhat horrible. What I discovered took me be surprise. Despite the first-person perspective (not at all my favorite narrative style) I found the plot gripping and the characters engaging.<br/>While I would not unreservedly recommend this book to adult readers (the plot, symbolism and language are all deliberately simplified), it is clearly a perfect fit for its intended audience and for that reason I am happy to give it full marks.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OWDAHT0R9T5H?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wasn't really interested in these books until my 11 year old niece and my sister said I had to read them.  I read all 3 books in a couple of weeks.  Very intense but thoroughly enjoyable.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R399GB740QAH4H?ASIN=0439023521	the hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">the hunger games is an amazing  book filled with adventure courage friendship loyalty love lies sadness andbhappiness you truly feel moved i just could not put it down</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5SX3EEJ0HMYC?ASIN=0439023521	Good intro to the Series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'd already seen the movie, and hadn't read the book, so I thought I'd try going straight to the audio book.  I wasn't disappointed.  The biggest down side is ripping the CD's, and even that was the easiest I've had it so far.  All that was wrong was it separated the cd's into different folders, which was only a problem because the music player would stop when it hit the end of a folder.<br/>The voice actress was very good, and I clearly recognized all the characters she portrayed.  No complaints, really, and it's a good book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12PI6LCTPPK8G?ASIN=0439023521	Just as good as the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you enjoyed the movie then read the book. It has a few variations but not too mush. Just make sure you have the two sequels ready for when you finish the first. My grand-daughter loved all three</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IJAZOI4X03SJ?ASIN=0439023521	Great Story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My daughter plans to watch the movie with friends for her birthday so I thought I'd read the book to see what it was about.  I found the story so different to anything else I'd read I could not put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MHN2XOOT5QDE?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful book, wonderful concept	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book. I think it was one of the first YA dystopian books I ever read and since reading it I've lost count of how many more dystopian books I've read and enjoyed. I doubt there are many people left who don't know what the book is about so I won't recap. If you are one of the few, please read the synopsis.<br/><br/>Suzanne Collins is a wonderful writer. I thoroughly enjoyed her character development and the world she created became very real to me. The subject matter was fascinating and I was very happy there were two more books in the series.<br/><br/>I watched the movie after reading the books and it wasn't too bad. However, if you haven't seen the movie yet, I would recommend reading the books first. As is usually the case, you just lose so much content in the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IFEXWPNCP7YH?ASIN=0439023521	Great product	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved this special edition, great product for its value. The sad thing is this is the first book, and couldnt find the others yet, hope they will publish soon.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16SU4P3Q9PR5K?ASIN=0439023521	Best Narrated Book I Have;	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the best narrated book I own. From the first chapter the ball is rolling and Katniss Everdeen, a young girl who has been huntng in the woods nearby her district, which is basically ignored, is a weapon the Capital never intended to exist, which causees problems with the entirle country, ignites an unforseen ""Star-Crossed Lovers"" act/not act, and sets a spark for a rebellion against the ruthless government, the Capital.  Carolyn McCormic puts so much heart and emotion into the story as she narrates it.  Having read/listened to Harry Potter, Twilight, the Help and Divergent, I must say that the Hunger Games has the best narrator and I loved the entire series.<br/><br/>~*~ Everyone should read this series. ~*~</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3G4XF5LY69I42?ASIN=0439023521	Well written with good storyline	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger Games is a well written book with an intriguing story and well rounded characters. One of the many dystopian stories to hit the shelves it describes a dark world with a shining lead character who undergoes great odds to finally achieve in the end. It is exciting, with interesting twists and turns which kept me glued to pages throughout.<br/>I recommended it to others who enjoyed it as much as I did. One of the classic good reads.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R129LI466AH6TO?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book itself is a great story. It is so well written. I have already read the books and watched the movie but now I can pop the cd in in my car and listen to it on the road. Everybody should read or listen to this book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VZB508DB74WL?ASIN=0439023521	Product Review, 4.5 star. NOT BOOK REVIEW! BEWARE OF SELLER!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Be aware of the buyer you buy this from! I tried ordering this collector's edition through someone called  ""Wakullabooks"" last year got for a birthday present and they ripped me off. I paid for a collector's edition, and they sent me the standard hardcover. Normally a seller will refund your account like 10bucks if they screw up if you want to keep your item, but they would only refund me if I mailed the book back without any promise of sending me the collector's edition. The seller I bought from was from Amazon LLC this time so I wouldn't get screwed this time. Hard slip case and on it the mocking jay is raised in a gold color, carrying a bow instead of an arrow. The book itself has deckled edges, that uneven page printing to give the appearance it was hand made, the cover of the book itself is a canvas cover with and an inlaid silver arrow. The inside of the cover is crimson red, and the next page has a black and white toned print of the original cover of the mocking jay carrying the arrow. Only thing I don't like is that with a Collector's Edition, they could've made it with a silk book mark ribbon. I would give a 4.5star if I had the option, but I'll give it a 5.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UITVN1SJX557?ASIN=0439023521	Loved the Hunger Games!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Only stated reading it to see if it was suitable for my son but just couldn't put it down!<br/>Great story, wonderful use of imagination, not as gruesome as I was expecting... can't wait to read the others!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLAY40BSNNAQE?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic reading.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My son (12 yrs old)  and I read the entire series. We found these to be great reading. The content for a 12 year old may not be acceptable for some but he has been reading at an advanced level for many years and this kept his interest and ""understood"" the content.  I would recommend ""The Hunger Games"" series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Y8VT2HBCTRVV?ASIN=0439023521	Prefer Books Over Movies	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A friend of mine this book a couple of months ago with some of her high school students and suggested the book to me.  I really enjoyed the futuristic setting of the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R90ZM4P304VQY?ASIN=0439023521	A good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I quite enjoyed reading this book for the second time. There is always something happening and as usual Catnis is in the thick of it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TUXIZ7GEP6VP?ASIN=0439023521	An entertaining read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Just retread the book for the third time,still a favorite.  Must say, the whole world is so amazingly set up. I've read reviews of people saying how Collins underestimates the parental protection instinct, and how a parent would never let there kids go like that, and how there would never be no rebellions. thing is, there were rebellions. small ones, albeit, but punished cruelly and immediately. A very effective means of control- this whole world makes sense to me. A terrifying sense, but sense. I've read the entire trilogy, and I was very disappointed. Catching Fire was ok, but Mockingjay was horrible. In my option, at least. But, wrong book review! Overall, A fantastic book, written surprisingly well for such a crash hit and an overwhelmingly engaging read. Just a damn shame that it followed the classic trilogy spiral.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BLYHJXBEMR0C?ASIN=0439023521	My review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really like the paperback copies so I decided to also get the audio books for when I didn't feel like reading.  The lady who does the reading  does a good job and her voice seems like it was the perfect one for the job.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RP375I6L1FT7R?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Is a good history and I can be expected.<br/><br/>The characters keep us attentive to what happens.<br/><br/>100% Recommended. Good Book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RA578OWMDIJ32?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Far in our own future there is a terrible calamity that leaves the entire world ravaged and decimated.  From the ashes of that destruction rose a grand and shining city called Panem, in what used to be North America.  Surrounding the city of Panem were thirteen outlying districts whose sole purpose was to work.  Year after year, the poor people of the districts worked so that the citizens of Panem could enjoy easy and lavish lifestyles.<br/><br/>Eventually, the districts grew tired of that arrangement and rebelled but they were no match for the technology of Panem.  Armies of Peacekeepers from the city ravaged the first twelve districts leaving them even poorer and more bedraggled than before.  As an example to the others, District Thirteen was completely destroyed leaving nothing but a barren wasteland where it once stood.<br/><br/>To make sure the remaining districts never forgot their place the rulers of Panem created the Hunger Games.  Once each year, one boy and one girl between the ages of twelve and eighteen were chosen randomly from each district in a ceremony called the Reaping.  The twenty-four ""contestants"" were thrown together into a tremendous arena.  The miles-wide playing field contained all types of terrain: forest, grassland, lakes, and rivers.  The object of the games was to survive and to do so the players had to battle not only the elements but also each other, all for the amusement of the citizens of Panem who watched the event on television.<br/><br/>This year marks the 74th annual Hunger Games and 16-year-old Katniss Everdeen of District 12 steps forward to take her little sister's place, in accordance with the rules of the game.  District 12 is the poorest of all the districts and has had only one champion in living memory so no one expects much, but Katniss is going to give them a show they will never forget.  Katniss learned survival at an early age when her father died and it was up to her to hunt and gather food for her family.  She will learn, however, that survival will mean more than just shooting straight with her bow and arrows; she will have to win over the ever-watching citizens of Panem.  Unfortunately, she will also learn that becoming a hero makes her a threat to the rulers of the Capital City, and they have a harsh way of dealing with threats.<br/><br/>Suzanne Collins really did a nice job of creating a world and giving it a plausible history.  The idea of a game show where the contestants fight for their very lives reminded me a lot of Richard Bachman's The Running Man, where political prisoners were forced to battle it out on live television.<br/><br/>Katniss Everdeen is a very likeable heroine.  She found herself thrust into extreme circumstances, but she never gives up.  Her supporting cast are all believable characters as well.  Suzanne Collins does a good job of introducing the characters and making them behave in a realistic fashion and, more importantly, making the reader care about them.<br/><br/>Carolyn McCormick did a decent job of narrating The Hunger Games.  I can't say that there was anything special about her narration but I don't have any complaints either.  Come to think of it, she reminds me a little of Carine Montbertrand who narrated Scott Westerfeld's Uglies audiobooks.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is the best audiobook I've read in a while.  Good story, good character development, it's all here.  Suzanne Collins proves to be a fairly inventive writer and I like her vision of a post-apocalyptic world.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2C4L5RNFLN41H?ASIN=0439023521	I enjoyed this very much.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I listen to these books.  The reader was very good.  The story<br/>was great.  It reminded me of the great depression my Mother<br/>and Dad used to talk about.  It brought up emotions,about our<br/>government, and the control they seek.  The idea some people<br/>have everything, some barely survive, Some don't survive. Its all<br/>in the experience of the reader. Good Book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6CI8SBA8JJ3C?ASIN=0439023521	Mysterious and omminous look to the book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Beautiful look.....mysterious and ominous. Makes the reader excited to see what this book is about and also looks excellent on the book shelf.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DP5KC2FSTCL3?ASIN=0439023521	Could Not Put This Book Down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I picked up the audiobook of this from the Library as the waiting list for the hardback was too long.  I started listening to it on a 3 hour drive, and when I found myself at my location I could not bring myself to get out of the car because I did not want to stop listening!  This book is absolutely amazing.  I found myself loving every single character in the book, and my heart breaking for all of them at the same time.  It's a glimpse into a completely different world where feelings are the same even if the world we live in is not.  And it's a scary thought that the world of Panem may not be that far from where we are today.  A must read for teens and adults alike.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3L6JKAMFMC27K?ASIN=0439023521	the best book anyone will read ever!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">katniss everdeen. the girl who was in fire. this book is an amazing showstopper. you will never want to put it down. whoever has not read it is on santas naughty list</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18F1FS9S05U68?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger games.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My daughter was reading this in her book club so I wanted to discuss it with her. It's not a book that I was drawn to. However it gave rise to a number of issues relevant for our western society.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16WVKW4LGUTMP?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great recording, very satisfied. The woman's voice is a little slow and strange though but very clear and easy to understand. The set has 9 discs; It would be nice if they could be combined.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZ8A9UYWUM8IG?ASIN=0439023521	A real page-turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed the Hunger Games. Great entertainment and a great preparation to watch the movie. I never thought that I would<br/>say it but I do prefer the Kindle for PC as I connect my laptop to the big TV and read it in the comfort of my recliner.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16MM9S47DXHIC?ASIN=0439023521	PROBLEMS	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Several of the cd's skipped or stop playing all together in my computer. My co-worker had the same problem with her cd's. I loved the book and the narrator was great, it's the quality of the cds which I don't like.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RV780OFC8NNXS?ASIN=0439023521	Incredible	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The best book<br/>I really love it, is the most beautiful book in my collection.<br/>Now I waiting for The Catching Fire Collector's Edition.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37E9WU6XVH6I7?ASIN=0439023521	Pretty good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is a good story. The plot line is kind of dark, and it took me a while to get over the author's writing style and the first-person narrative view to actually enjoy the book. However, the story was very intriguing, the characters are well-built, and it is easy to put yourself in the characters' shoes. I definitely enjoyed this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZZTAE48Z2WKD?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put down my kindle! The descriptive style of writing is so vivid and draws you into the prospect of new possibilities and another world fraught with egotistical megolomaniacs.The characters unfold dramatically as does the realisation that the author is making an impassioned comment on social structure and our present world's value system. Suzanne Collins - a modern day George Orwall ?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BUN6ER4FK3CP?ASIN=0439023521	Volume 1 & 2 gripping, volume 3 not quite as good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Basically it is a young adult or older teen novel.<br/>In many ways reminiscent of John Marsden's Tomorrow when the war began series.<br/>Plenty of fast paced action and page turning storylines. I felt it started to get a bit tired by the third novel, or maybe I was just getting a bit tired!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31DSLOS4DRVE9?ASIN=0439023521	"""The Lottery"""	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had some reservation about this story in the beginning because the plot reminded too much of ""The Lottery"" by Shirley Jackson. The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins, however, is a great story and it's easy to follow. The plot is similar to Shirley Jackson's the lottery that is based on the escape goat syndrome. Suzanne Collins manages to add some spice to the subject in a very interesting manner.<br/><br/>Her characters development throughout the story is based on (first-person) her lead character Katniss Everdeen opinion about the people in her surroundings. It's difficult to like the lead character and the author should be applauded for this fact. After all Katniss is only 16 years old and have been raised under very hard circumstances. She has developed a protected wall around her. Even though she is very stubborn she does change her opinion about people as she learns more about them, and slowly the reader will start liking Katniss more and more.<br/><br/>The setting and scene description lacks details and the ""reader"" has to use his/hers own imagination a lot. I prefer a more detailed scene description.<br/><br/>WARNING SPOILER - The ending in the book is much better than it was in the movie. As of a matter of fact the film producers really made a mess of this one. (The film did follow the book unusually well except for the ending part of the ""game."")<br/><br/>In the book version Collins allow for all the players that have lost in the game (died) to get some payback - revenge, and it was written very well. It was a great ending of the game part of the story and it was completely over looked and ruined in the film.<br/><br/>This book can be read by anyone, young or old.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FUNKLFQRPJIY?ASIN=0439023521	Love it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am absolutely in love with this book series! I didn't think that I would enjoy them, but I bought the first book, and I ended up reading them all in 3 days! Very addicting!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2EC0WQBWFX2M0?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for more....	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Its a great look for a great book (wow i rhymed). I already liked the book and thought it was very interesting but this cover and case look great on any shelf :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CAK8JOSTJRA4?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i love,love,love this story. i'm so addicted to the Hunger Games. i was first in line to see the movie when i came out. I'm so glad i ended reading the whole trilogy. Love it, Fan for life</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R252APFF4YT6NQ?ASIN=0439023521	On the edge of my seat!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie before I read the book, and yet I still could NOT stop reading it! It's just such an intriguing and emotional story. I could read it over and over without getting bored.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3M3LG2WOJOKIW?ASIN=0439023521	Liked Movie, Loved Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't read this book until after I had seen the movie, and while the movie was good, the book was even better (as is usually the case).  Can't wait to read the other 2 in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBU0CZH1B4O4R?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The world of Hunger Games feels unique and genuine to me. I've not seen the movie, but the storyline and watching the characters experience all they're forced to endure left me wanting more. I got this during a special sale Amazon was doing and am really glad I decided to take a chance on this new series.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ATMMZCR8417Z?ASIN=0439023521	Great book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought this for my husband to read after he got hooked on the movie.  After reading it, he bought the next book in the series.  There is no doubt the powerful messages of the story.  Katniss fails to understand the powerful influence she has over others throughout the story, as she faces challenges that she faces with a type of bravery and grace we all wish we could possess.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3ETA14GPH837K?ASIN=0439023521	Not what I expected	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I should preface by saying I don't usually read books like The Hunger Games, and when I saw the series getting whole-shelf treatment in bookstores I sniffed derisively and assumed the volumes represented a trilogy of teen trash. I usually read stuff with ""literary merit,"" and didn't think this book fit that category, but I'm now forced to rethink that point of view. I had to read the novel for a course, and sighed when I saw it on the list, but I was surprised to find it was good, especially surprised given I'd seen the movie and wasn't impressed. The Hunger Games is a very good read; it's clearly and competently written and has great pace. The peaks and troughs are timed just so, and the story is violent, emotive, and compelling. This book helped make me re-evaluate how I look at literature and made me question what young adult fiction is; isn't the HG more like science fiction? If an adult thinks it has that thing called literary merit, can it be classified as material for young people? Why was I so ready to dismiss it without giving it a chance? Anyway, a great bit of escapism. Now we'll see if Catching Fire and Mockingjay are comparable. I'd recommend this book to almost anybody.<br/><br/>Troy Parfitt is the author of Why China Will Never Rule the World</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OWTHBM9I9R95?ASIN=0439023521	Much talked about series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Finally ordered as the books and movies have been talked about alot but I have not had time to read it yet.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RK2U48SISRTRR?ASIN=0439023521	Two thumbs up!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book did not interest me at all at first (I had to read a for a college class) then read the second chapter and was so hooked on in.  I love the detailing that Suzanne Collins writes.<br/>The book was used but it looked brand new.  I was very satisfied with the price as well.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PPV0UJ2EOW4J?ASIN=0439023521	Pretty good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is very enjoyable to read. You can't put it down once you have started. It is a teen book nonetheless, but very entertaining!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DLOF2EDBO2V2?ASIN=0439023521	Let the games begin! AC	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">While reading the Hunger Games, I was pleasantly surprised by how much better it was than the movie. I have heard from many times from people who have said, ""Oh, if you've seen the movie, there is no point in reading the novel. You will already know the major events that occur and the factor of suspense will not excite you."" However, I completely disagree. Before reading the novel, I had already seen the movie and I was still able to enjoy the book thoroughly. The book was thrilling, suspenseful and extremely detail oriented, much more so than the movie. For example, when reading the book, Collins is able to dive into the thoughts of Katniss and the reder is able to comprehend the events that take place much easier. In addition, the movie was unable to capture many of the events that occurred in the novel for many reasons. For example, after the games are over, the novel goes on to explain the after math of the games and its effects on everybody around Peeta and Katniss. All in all, I felt the story was excellently written and is definitely worth reading.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XJMIDUDN3M26?ASIN=0439023521	a suspenseful and gripping story with very well developed characters	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">""The Hunger Games,"" a science fiction story by Suzanne Collins, is about Katniss, a girl who is forced to participate in the Hunger Games.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games take place in the future. After the fall of North America the country called Panem took its place. Panem is split into twelve districts; each district is responsible for supplying resources to Panem. The districts are controlled by the Capitol, which is overseen by the malicious and cruel president. At one time the districts tried to rebel against the Capitol; the rebellion failed however, and the Treaty of Treason was made in response. The treaty gave new laws and as a reminder of the people of Panem to never rebel against the Capitol, the Hunger Games was created. Each year each of the twelve districts must provide one girl and one boy, called tributes, to participate. The twenty-four tributes will be imprisoned in an outdoor arena over a period of several weeks, the competitors fight to the death, and the last tribute alive wins. The story follows Katniss as she is forced to participate in the Hunger Games.<br/><br/> The story fits the genre of Sci-fi because of the new political systems, which are enforced by the Capitol. ""The Treaty of Treason gave us new laws to guarantee peace, as a yearly reminder that the dark days must never be repeated it gave us the Hunger Games."" The Dark Days refers to when the twelve districts (which the Capitol oversees) tried to rebel; they failed and as a result the Treaty of Treason was made. This demonstrates the element because it gives us a background on the new political systems enforced by the Capitol. One Sci-fi element that is missing is time - travel. I would recommend this book to Sci-fi fans because it is a suspenseful and gripping story with very well developed characters.<br/><br/>TJHS 12th grade student 2013</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2AKKSZWFGMHLS?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games Book Review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins is a book with an interesting mix of tension, action, and love. It appeals to many different audiences. The tension in this book guides the entire story. You truly feel for the main character, Katniss, who shuts herself away from the world. Peeta, the other main character is very much in love with Katniss but the feeling is not mutual. When he professes his love for her on national television you can feel Katniss tense. Peeta and Katniss have great chemistry, the writing in this book shows their connection and the tension between them. Like a previous reviewer, Michael A. Behr, I believe the book is, ""brutal, but engaging."" It is very hard to put the book down, but is am emotional experience reading it, sometimes downright harsh. ""I am more than just a piece in their game...We fight, we dare, we end our hunger for justice."" One of the powerful quotes said by main character, Katniss Everdeen. In our world we do not have the Hunger Games but we experience war. Fighting for a better tomorrow, not sitting back letting the powerful decide our future. The concept in this book directly applies to current life. I recommend this book to many people, anyone who enjoys a romantic plot, an action packed story, or to the people that like to see issues in another light. This is why I enjoyed the Hunger Games, I thought about things that I usually don't look into. Very interesting book that I will most likely read again.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XQLNFMIOESEU?ASIN=0439023521	WOW	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow what a book. The stuff these poor kids go through. The way they change. I cried so hard at one point that I couldn't breathe. Made me think. Been a good while since I have read something this good. Don't know how the second book could be anywhere as good as this one and I can't wait to see the movie compares to the book. Hope they don't butcher it too bad.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSCBWL43TL9FX?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games...a real page turner!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book! It was a little different from the movie, but it still kept you on the edge of your seat. It's a disturbing topic to think about, but still interesting and entertaining to read. The author does a good job of showing the unique bond between each of the characters.<br/><br/>Every year, one young man and one young woman,each from one of the twelve districts, must compete against each other in the Hunger Games. Peeta Mellark and Katniss Everdeen are chosen to represent District Twelve. Each person chosen to participate must fight for their life against the others. It is very difficult to win, and some of them need help along the way. There are many brutal battles that occur, resulting in more dealths. Peeta and Katniss come out alive, in the end. There are the only ones, out of all 24 who participated, that are alive.<br/><br/>This was a great book. I can't wait to start reading the other books from the series! It's a neat story of survival, and it keeps you entertained. I never wanted to put this book down! :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1B0CMBCEARMC6?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent Audio	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is an excellent audio book.  My husband and I listened to it together every time we rode in the car.... sometimes even sitting in the garage until we finished the chapter!  Much better than the movie!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2T6WXRTQHXWYV?ASIN=0439023521	I was OBSEESSED with this book...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">For 3 nights in a row, I stayed up later than usual compelled to finish THG. Then I want on to Catching Fire and Mockingjay... All 3 books were incredible...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VFM8YTYWBG6M?ASIN=0439023521	Book 1	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is an awesome book! It is a different kind of story. It is very well written. Any age group could read this story. I have read the whole trilogy, and this book is my favorite.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCVN81IZHGJGY?ASIN=0439023521	Hard to put down...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't often read fiction, and over a holiday with my in-laws, I decided to switch it up and read this book. I saw the movie (loved it) and heard the book was more brutal than the film. They were right. The book includes all those gory details not included in the movie - the characters are grittier, Katniss's struggles are much worse, Haymitch is a much darker character, and the deaths of these kids are much more violent. Not for the faint of heart.<br/><br/>The story has tension from nearly the start, all the way to the end. It's hard to put down at times. I will most certainly read the next two. In fact, they're on their way to my home now!<br/><br/>I've heard that some people found the idea of violence to adolescents disgusting. I can understand that. The characters are pawns in a sick game, created by sick people. I know people who were very disturbed by this book but didn't find the violence of Girl With The Dragon Tattoo nearly so bothersome. I feel the opposite. But everyone has a different tolerance to different kinds of violence.<br/><br/>A minor criticism: the book's narration tells us a lot of things that would be better ""shown"" or just left for the reader to decide. But no book is perfect and every author has her own style.<br/><br/>Either way, a damn good story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMUL7TQFE4MHJ?ASIN=0439023521	Exact!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Comes exactly as it looks in the photo.  The only reason it's movie tie in is because of the different cover though in case that bothers anyone.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FNNUV49VZBJO?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for life, hungry for love	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am not ordinarily an aficionado of young adult fiction and I realize that I'm a bit late to the party with this one but I wanted to read it with a fresh, unbiased perspective and evaluate it on its own merits. It helped that I haven't seen the film yet and going into it only knew the basic premise. I can say that it exceeded my expectations considerably.<br/><br/>Dystopian fiction was once the domain of visionary writers like Huxley, Orwell, Bradbury, Burgess and many others. Philip K. Dick based almost an entire career on dystopia. In recent years, however, this banner seems to have been taken up by young adult writers, just as they have co-opted vampires and fantasy witchcraft. Being a young adult novel, the emphasis is obviously on teenaged characters trapped in a brutal environment where the daily struggle for survival is ratcheted up into a deadly kill-or-be-killed contest.<br/><br/>The particular apocalypse that resulted in Panem, the Country Formerly Known as North America, is never specified and there is little explanation of the type of government that rules its citizens by a Big Brother style police state of surveillance and totalitarianism. It is enough to know that most of the citizens of the twelve districts i.e. anyone not living in the Capital are kept in a weakened, beaten down state of near starvation with the vicious annual hunger games the only opportunity for some lucky winner to bring temporary prosperity to his or her home district by killing virtually every other opponent in an arena of skill and survival in a wilderness environment tweaked and manipulated by the games controllers.<br/><br/>The novel is a first person narrative of Katniss Everdeen, the literal breadwinner of her family that, since the death of her father in a coal mining accident five years earlier, consists of her, her little sister Primrose and their passive, traumatized mother. Taking the place of her sister in the Reaping, a lottery in which two `winners' from each district are chosen, Katniss finds herself paired with Peeta, a breadmaker's son who once lifted bread from his father's bakery to give to Katniss and her family.<br/><br/>The games are a contrived national media event, like reality TV competitions such as `Survivor' and `Fear Factor' taken to their logical ruthless conclusion. PR people and stylists behind the scenes craft an image for the competitors. Peeta's public confession of love for Katniss gives them perfect material for a romantic story that will increase the public's interest.  Peeta doesn't have to act the part but the wary Katniss needs an acting coach, mostly in the person of a previous winner from her district, Haymitch Abernathy, a drunkard resting on his one claim to fame.<br/><br/>Collins masterfully juggles action, conflict and tension to build forward momentum, resulting in a very high page-turning factor. The narrative conveyed through the point of view of Katniss is convincing enough to take the reader's mind off of possible weaknesses or inconsistencies in the construction of this society. I never quite understood why hunting was outlawed and yet so many people had to do it for survival while the peacekeepers generally look the other way. Also, I never got the sense that these adolescent warriors were capable of slaughtering each other. An uneasy juxtaposition between teenaged angst and killer instinct never reached `lord of the flies' levels. While Katniss herself is convincing and her ambivalence about killing another human is believable, I never quite accepted that any of these children were capable of taking this intense competition beyond the level of most real-world competitive sports.<br/><br/>However, I have no problem understanding why this book (and its two successors, which I have yet to read) has been such a phenomenal popular success. While most adolescents are not thrust into life or death situations, all of them can relate to the pressures of competitons, helplessness at the hands of authority and second guessing their own as well as their peers' motives. The novel effectively satirizes crafted public images and scenarios that the fickle public will buy. So called blood sports have become literal blood sports in this dystopia for our time.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3H071YE9WK1LF?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger Games is about Katniss Everdeen, a young girl who lives in District 12. Her father died at a young age, and from then on she had to take care of her younger sister Prim and her shocked mother. She snuck out under the electric fence that borders the District, and hunted for food using her bow and arrow.  At the Reaping, which is the time of day where they select the tributes, Katniss's sister is chosen to be in the Games. Knowing that Prim knows nothing of survival, and Katniss is more skilled in hunting, Katniss offers to take her place.  The rest of the book is about Katniss preparing for the Hunger Games and the Hunger Games itself.<br/><br/>-The book is a very eciting book and very easy to get into beccause of all the action that is in it.<br/><br/>-It takes place in the usa after world war 3 when every thing got destroyd.  the charicters in the book are pritty real to me because its just a girl that has been hunting her whole life so she has become very well with the bow and arrow but the boy isnt very real to me because in the begginning of the story they dont really talk about what he is really good at, and then all of a sudden he is this strong kid that we havent seen before.<br/><br/>-i thought it was very cool how they rubbed a little lotion on the injury and the wond was gone the next day but it was to fictitious.<br/><br/>-this was probibly the best book i have throughtout the whole thing and it is a great book for all ages to read<br/><br/>-this book is good for every that can comprehend the words, and its a book for both male and females<br/><br/>- 5 stars</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1J45ZOYD3JE92?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome for a Young Adult book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Like many of my friends at my university, I was very hesitant about reading The Hunger Games because if there's anything I've learned about Young Adult books is that they are lame and poorly written. During my winter break however, I was pretty exhausted after reading nothing but history dissertations and Ulysses by James Joyce that I decided I wanted to read something just for fun, regardless of how scholarly it was. I was at my sisters house and noticed my little nephew had a copy of The Hunger Games on his bookshelf and after looking at it for some time, I decided to give it a try. I started reading the book at around 11:00 PM and finished it the very next day. I didn't even sleep! I was very surprised at the amount of violence and details that are in this book, especially since it is published by Scholastic. Suzanne Collins did what most young adult writers fail to do (*cough Stephanie Meyer cough*)by writing a book that not only is well written but entertaining as well. Is this book in the top ten I've ever read? No, but I felt like it was a nice escape from all the other literature out there. I would definitely recommend this book to anyone out there looking for a fun story to kill some time.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HIYKST86MC9H?ASIN=0439023521	Love this book, great YA fiction	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">These books are real page turners.  The second and third are great too.  A bit predictable in some instances but definitely grittier than a lot of YA fiction.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Z3IDEYSVSNCI?ASIN=0439023521	Great book for the price	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought this for my son for Christmas. I should have bought another for his sister because they immediately began to argue over who was going to get to read it first!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37CZX5T22SXS1?ASIN=0439023521	For my son	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I borrowed the book from the library to read 5 years ago. It took the movie to finally get my son interested and willing to read it. He's now finished the trilogy ... I had book 2 in hard cover and book 3 on my Kindle ...so that was his first Kindle book :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1C9Q03CQC7KKV?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book arrived in good shape, just some details but I understand it's because the long trip. Anything else , I'm really happy of acquiring it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18SORBB56CB04?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book. The movie was an excellent adaptation. Books are always better than the movie. I watched the movie first, and it made the book so emotional, cuz it was so easy to picture what I was reading.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2S0YEL62ZQEOL?ASIN=0439023521	perfect seller	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i bought 3 of these for christmas gifts and was pleased with everything. they were just as described and a fantastic deal. thank you.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LJTE5X18RCOF?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent Service	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Promptly send, couldn't be happier.  The ending of the book is much BETTER than the film! So if you saw the film first, like I did, don't cheat yourself out of this great book...especially from this dependable buyer.  I am now looking for the two follow up books to the series.<br/>Thanks so much.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CLY2ROV451U4?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book.<br/>  I wanted to read this book because I wanted to read the book to see what all the fuss was about.  I read the book non stop definitely the book is much better than the movie because it's more detailed.<br/>  It doesn't mean I won't be watching the movie again I will it's entertaining but the book definitely is much better.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RKQ592RWVSRT?ASIN=0439023521	Not A Typical Dystopian Novel	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games lives up to its reputation as one of the best young adult books from the past couple years.  I know I'm coming to this realization a bit later than most, but there are reasons for this.  From friends I had heard enough about The Hunger Games to glean a basic understanding of the plot and premise of the book, and I was reluctant to read the series because I am not a fan of dystopian or post-apocalyptic novels, having read dystopian novels in the past.  When I finally broke down and read The Hunger Games, I was pleasantly surprised, to say the least, that it didn't match my preconceptions.<br/><br/>I would characterize the first book as more about action, less about the struggle between the districts and the capitol.  The plot moved fast without forsaking any explanations or descriptions, the characters were well-developed and very interesting, and overall, the book sucked me in from page one.  At times I became frustrated with Katniss because it seemed like she was oblivious to what the people around her were planning, though I thought it was fairly clear.  She gradually started to understand more and more, and as things became clearer for Katniss, I became less frustrated with her.<br/><br/>I am very pleased that I finally decided to read this book, and to those who might be hesitant for the same reasons I was, I would just like to say that this is not the typical dystopian novel.  The Hunger Games is engaging, well-written and worth your time to read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25U9NA5JJADC3?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Just read, and for the record this was the first book I have read on a Kindle. I got this off the Kindle lending library.<br/><br/>The story is reminiscent of John Christopher's ""Tripods"" series <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-White-Mountains/dp/0689856725"">The White Mountains</a> I read as a kid... and if you enjoyed the ""Hunger Games"" check out these books.<br/><br/>I am not the target audience for this book, but when I was younger I loved books like this. Like everyone says this was a real page turner, but reading it on the Kindle, I was not ready for it to end and it did! Do yourself a favor, no matter what your age, if you enjoy well written Sci Fi or underdog stories try reading this book and see how it sucks you in.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14L3M6RQBC19R?ASIN=0439023521	Beats the Movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The only thing better about the movie than the book in Jennifer Lawrence, I watched the movie and loved it, then I read this book and loved the story even more</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WEJNZK31S0KZ?ASIN=0439023521	One of my favorites, EVER!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely love this book and the whole series. The book is action packed and the characters are perfectly described. I would recommend this to anyone who wanted to read a new series. Suzanne Collins is a GENIUS.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30WA7KBC0U57K?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">had no intentions of reading ths book.It was picked by a member of my book club.Surprisingly, I loved it.Could not put it down  right from the strart.Loved it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29XD3G9BT5IUY?ASIN=0439023521	A Nail Bitter!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I actually watched the movie prior to reading, and my next step of thoughts was that I had to read the book. Now, a half a year later, I finally grab the chance to. It was late in the night when I got the book, and I thought maybe a chapter or two could settle for today. Ummm, no. I actually ended up overpassing the bedtime and had to stop myself from going further, since it was 3 in the morning. I just had to give the author for that: your hand is somehow glued into your hands! It cannot be out of reach. Every time I try to stop reading, I can't!<br/><br/> Before writing the review, I actually read the book over 6 times since it was so fun: even if it still was a fully- read book, I couldn't let go of it! It is just so much fun to read. All this time I spent with books, I never felt a book like this, so full of tension and exhilarating moments, that I literally had to beat myself to let go of it. Fortunately it was not a school night, or I would have been in serious trouble.<br/><br/>Since I really do not want to spoil anything to the possible future readers out there, all I can say is: congratulation Mrs. Collins for an epic five-star new York times bestseller. I am really looking forward to reading thoroughly through the series, and will be enjoying every line I come to.<br/>Happy hunger games everyone, and may the odds be EVER in your favor.<br/>Read it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22SCR71OMLJY3?ASIN=0439023521	Happy to have a special edition	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">There isn't any numerical series to show it's a collector but it's raw cut pages and old fashioned bind are nice touches to a store that I happen to love. The price was more than fitting and if they were to make one for the other two books in the series I would purchase them as well even though I already own the regular editions. The only thing that really caught me off guard was a larger amount of dried clue that was coming from the top and bottom of the binding when I got it but it is more of a asthetic thing upon opening it, I was able to clean it up and am not out anything to get it done. I say if you are a true Hunger Games Fan or if you just like the old fashioned look this is a good buy.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DTS0CTHJ6Q22?ASIN=0439023521	Better than I expected	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I promised my daughter I would read the story before I saw the movie. Being on the road all the time, the CDs were an excellent way to achieve this.  Better than I expected! Couldn't wait to get on the road again to hear the story!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R234XE6CFJO0ZJ?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins was about a girl, Katniss Everdeen, who lives in a futuristic society where kids are forced to fight to the death in an arena. Katniss is chosen to go to the arena. It is for everyone because it is a love story for the girls, but thee is a lot of action for the boys. One of the most prominent conflicts of the story was man vs. society. The government forces kids to fight in this arena and Katniss fights back. The book does a good job at portraying the president as an evil person. Suzanne Collins is making a statement about our own society when she writes about the futuristic society. The rich are able to buy their way out of having their kids chosen to go into the arena. It is unfair how some people are treated like kings while the rest have to live in poverty. Also the oppressive government is an exaggeration of our own. They should not have the right to interfere with peoples lives. Overall I thought The Hunger Games was a great book and I would recommend it to everyone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OXZ1YGAVDZCG?ASIN=0439023521	Great listening.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed listening to the book on CDs in my car.  It was a great set.  After the book, I went to the theater to see it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LA0F6QW7PUOZ?ASIN=0439023521	Love	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love this series and absolutely did not think I would.  I couldn't put down any of the books but I thought the movie was lacking as I am sure many did.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14LZ70A3BLYM8?ASIN=0439023521	The narrator's voice will captivate you and pull you into the story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love the story and the CDs were easy in my older car.  The narrator's voice is captivating and pulls you into the story.  You know who is speaking by the way she alters her voice.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TY3DY03YVB2T?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games Rate	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was such a delightful read. It had me up all night, nervously skimming through the pages, and gasping. Also, I am sure it had other people on the edge of their seat, just shivering with excitement. It was a very exquisite piece of literature. It was not a hard read, and any age between years of ten, and on could easily read, ""The Hunger Games."" It was filled with twists, and sadness, and some parts were depressing. It makes you love the characters that you are supposed to, and hate the other characters. It goes to show that there are some people that you cannot trust, and there are others that you have to trust. It has a bit of romance, which I found lovely, and I think everyone should read this. I loved it, and recommend this.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RH55U1I0M71H3?ASIN=0439023521	AWESOME	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">really love it.. really nice book..i keep reading this hunger games trilogy..i even watched the movie..so cool,, !!!<br/>really love it.. really nice book..i keep reading this hunger games trilogy..i even watched the movie..so cool,,</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GLW88KW5AXI3?ASIN=0439023521	Great book but don't let your young kid read it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book as my 10 year old has been asking to read it.  While I thoroughly enjoyed the book, I really don't think anyone under the age of 12 should be reading it.  The content and subject matter is not something that a child under 12 should even be thinking about. Yes, I know many kids play violent video games and watch reality TV but mine doesn't so it will be a few more years until I let her read the series.  I have now read most of book 2 and it is even more intense for young readers than book 1.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29BVP3Y1YLRCL?ASIN=0439023521	Movie Tie-In Version = Great Deal	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I just bought 4 copies of this for my classroom because it was so cheap. The page numbers match up with the original addition and the only change I have noticed is the cover. Great deal for an amazing book, even if you are trying to add to a set that you already have. This probably only matters for teachers.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29ITZY3VAVU16?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins is an amazing book and great for teens! Katniss, the main character, is a brave, mature, and wise young girl! This book is very fast moving and attention grabbing so you have to read carefully or you will miss key points!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3EW7VU83X8VBB?ASIN=0439023521	Captivated 100%	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Before the movie, I have no idea what is The Hunger Games. When almost half the world is obsessed with this, I am living in my own tiny world, having no idea that such a great book is out here waiting for me to pick it up!<br/><br/>Having both watched the movie and read the book, the story are very closely linked and both of them are amazing!<br/><br/>This book is definitely a page turner and had me captivated from the first to the last page. I couldn't put it down for long except for meals (because I am afraid of staining my book) and sleep.<br/><br/>The story is very well paced and plot is perfectly laid out. It is so smooth and well written. If I have not watched the movie first, I would not be able to guess the ending! However, this doesn't even spoil my read. I have enjoyed the book a lot.<br/><br/>I can't wait to start on the next book and also for the movie to be released!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9QV1BIUJ306M?ASIN=0439023521	Everyone should read this book that is over 10!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The whole family loved this book including grandfather. My nine year old started reading it but he began to have nightmares so we put an end to it for now. He will surely read it when he is ready.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LPFCP4H8IDCN?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games Review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins is a good book that I recommend for others to read.  The book takes place in post apocalyptic North America ""Panem"", which is separated by what used to be 13 districts and the capital. Each year ""The Capitol"" of Panem holds what is known as the ""Hunger Games"". The theme of this book tells of how ""large"" governments love power and control over the ""small"" people.<br/> This  post apocalyptic  North America was created from nuclear warfare from when the 13 districts tried to rebel against the Capital of Panem, unfortunately this only resulted in the destruction of district 13, and the start of what is called the ""Hunger Games"". The Hunger Games is an annual event where 2 children (male and female) between the ages of 12-18 are selected from each of the remaining 12 districts to fight to the death until there is a winner.<br/> The story's main character, ""Katniss Everdeen,"" is chosen to partake in this event. She recognizes the male tribute she is partnered with as ""Peeta Mallark"". I really love the background between these two characters and how Suzanne Collins implements it into the story. After being chosen, Katniss has to travel to the competition and prepare for the oncoming slaughter of 23 innocent kids from each of the 12 districts. Throughout the book Katniss is put into many daring situations and you are always on the edge of your seat waiting for her next move. You will find yourself never being able to peal your eyes away from the book, even at the end of the chapters, it will make you want more and more until you are finished reading the book.<br/> I recommend this book to everyone out there not only because it was the best novel I have ever read but also because of Suzanne Collins excellent ability to get you hooked onto the book and her excellent word choice, its almost as if your brain is away watching a movie of the book as your eyes read it. I rate this book with a 5 out of 5 stars and hope you will read and enjoy this book as much as I do!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PISBBB5REQ5X?ASIN=0439023521	Now I Understand	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't imagine liking a novel where children are in some crazy game where they must kill each other until the last one is standing- why were my friends and others raving about a book with such a gruesome theme? But with so many people talking about The Hunger Games, I just had to experience it myself or be left out. The first thing I noticed was the clean writing style of Suzanne Collins that allowed the story to present itself clearly to the reader. The story moved along at a breathtaking clip- a true page turner, impossible to set aside. It's a very visual novel that immediately immerses you in another time and place of great imagination. It must have been very challenging for the author to have pulled this off, and I greatly admire her for it.<br/><br/>I loved the characters, and I liked hearing the story from Katniss' perspective. The Hunger Games is a wild ride that delivers many important messages. It's left unfinished, and with that, I'm moving on without delay to the next one in the trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VU71W2HJBBYF?ASIN=0439023521	Very Addictive	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was skeptical about reading the Hunger Games.  With all the hype surrounding the movie I was afraid it would be pop fluff, but I was dead wrong.<br/><br/>I read through this volume in two sittings, it's just impossible to put down.  The writing style is immediate and you feel like you're seeing Katniss' world through her eyes as she stumbles from one brutal challenge to the next.  The subject matter is grim and there aren't many lighthearted aspects to the book, but it somehow achieves the feat of making you want to continue.<br/><br/>Suzanne Collins illustrates her dystopian future with such realism, that you actually feel for the characters that live within that world and sympathize with their daily struggles.  Katniss has the right mix of defiance and incredulity that make her a charming heroine and you can't help but root for her as she murders her way to freedom.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RV3K4WV97ZYOU?ASIN=0439023521	love this book!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">AMAZING!!! Love this book! Get the whole series, you wont regret!! Full of action, romance, and suspense, it's a book for everyone.  Favorite book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3W432DS24A0Y2?ASIN=0439023521	"Dylan from Lake Tapps says, "" Best book ever!"""	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The best book's name is ""The Hunger Games.""  The age level for this book should be 10 and up.  The genre is adventure/drama.  The author's name is Suzanne Collins.<br/><br/>Katniss Everdeen is a young woman who saves her sister by stepping in to play ""The Hunger Games,"" a fight to the death among districts in a unforgiving world.  Katniss and a boy from her district, named Peter.  They enter the arena and have to fight 22 other contestants in a Capitol-fed dramatic television show.  They learn about how to be popular with the politicians to help them stay alive, they use their survival skills, and they use their mental and physical ability to stay alive.  This book isn't just about physical strength but is also about the conflict between the districts and the ruling capitol.  They are very different worlds.<br/><br/>My favorite part in ""The Hunger Games"" is when Katniss and Peter are first on the train headed to the Capitol.  Haymitch, their sponsor, gets really drunk.  Katniss and Peter drag him to the shower and Peter sends Katniss away and promises to take care of Haymitch until he is doing better.  I like this part because Haymitch was a prior contestant who won.  It shows how much it can mess a person up surviving the games and it shows that even if you win the game, you lose.  You have to kill a lot of kids and that would be hard to live with.<br/><br/>I give this book 4 ½ stars.  Everyone knows the book was made into a movie but the book was a lot more real.  I am really glad I read the book first.  I recommend everyone read this book because I think the story is really well written and it has a lot of details that make their world seem real.  Also, it is exciting to get caught up in a book like this that is real people but has things from a different world that you have to imagine.<br/><br/>This Author wrote the ""The Hunger Games"" as book One of a trilogy.  They are all about the same characters.  The second book has the characters sent back into the arena.  That book is called ""Catching Fire.""  The third book is about the Districts rebelling against the Capitol.  It is called ""Mockingjay.""  Similar books by other authors would be like ""Avatar,"" and Maybe ""Life of Pi.""  I am just starting this book but already it seems like a struggle for survival.<br/><br/>Suzanne Collins writes stories for Children's programs including Nickelodeon.  After that she started writing children's books.  She thought about combining stories like Alice in Wonderland with places like New York.  She lives in Connecticut with a husband and wild cats.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KWCMC5MHMSJQ?ASIN=0439023521	Surprisingly good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Yes there is a movie, but the book is better. The movie doesn't do this story justice. There are a lot of differences some good some not so good, but overall the book wins out. Once you<br/>read this one you will go onto the next two without further consideration.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBW7N1ITMT4C5?ASIN=0439023521	LOVE THIS BOOK	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very well written, keeps you on your toes. couldn't put it down~<br/>The movie went pretty well with it, but the book was much better!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33D92OY3MV0LK?ASIN=0439023521	Great shape and great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was in new condition and the book was a very good story. Loved it. Thank you so much.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37ZPO9Y54QTGQ?ASIN=0439023521	Eh...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I started the Hunger Games series because I heard that it was a phenomenon, and as I started to read it, I realized that the plot was magnificent, with the whole utopian society of Panem and the whole Hunger Games itself... the catch on why I rated this book 2 stars? The writing wasn't the best.<br/>I mean, there couldve been more description and a ""stopping point"" between scenes. I realize, that if I tried, I could write this book a whole lot better than she can!<br/>It's based off of ""star-crossed lovers"", not on the games itself. The girl on fire and the dumb boy with the bread are in love on a screen. I mean, come on! If I wanted a sappy book, I would've chosen Twilight!<br/>So, all in all, a fan, but not exactly a fangirl over it. Great plot, just poor writing.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1G1ONZXMDYAYC?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent book, not the best audio narrator	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is an engaging book and a really excellent film but the choice of narrator for the audio book was not the best. She reads every sentence like she's addressing a political convention, using the same inflection with every phrase and sentence. Rarely when she's voicing the different characters she breaks away from her monotonous intonations. There are plenty of well-narrated and performed audio books out there including children's and young adults books, but this one falls short.<br/><br/>Update: After listening to all three audio books in this series, i realize that the narrator has done a good job of performing all the different speaking voices. Her narrator voice is still monotonous, but it grew on me because the story and individual voices were so compelling.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROOZUISYH6Z26?ASIN=0439023521	My favorite book/s of all time!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you haven't already read it, just buy it and read it!  It's so awesome, the best book that I have ever read!!! :D  That's all I'm going to say! Come on, just buy it.  BUY IT!! :D</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DIOAQNUBMJ1X?ASIN=0439023521	A Great Pick!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games, by American author Suzanne Collins is a masterful novel written mainly for young adults, though it has managed to charm readers young and old from across the globe. Set in a futuristic North America, the Hunger Games is an annual contest imposed by the tyrannical Capitol in which a boy and girl from each of the surrounding 12 districts must participate in a brutal and barbaric fight to the death that is broadcast on national television. The book's protagonist is the fearless and frank young female, Katniss Everdeen whose pluck and mettle charm readers from the start and whose wellbeing readers become so entranced with that they turn page after page without pause in order to learn her impending fate.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is an excellent pick for a middle school reader who typically enjoys fantasy, science fiction, mystery, romance, or futuristic novels, because this book has elements from all genres!  If the reader is interested in science fiction for example, then he will love the various components of the arena in which the games take place, for each element is created by advanced computer technology and is controlled by the Game Maker and his team. There is also a constant feeling of mystery throughout the book, as readers strive to learn what exactly has happened to bring the districts and the Capitol into such tension and readers will hang on desperatly to learn how Katniss will overcome the near impossible challenges she meets within the arena. Lastly, who doesn't love a good love story?  The Hunger Games is also a story about love, loyalty, and the sacrifices Katniss must make to save the ones that she loves.<br/><br/>In closing, The Hunger Games is truly a fantastic novel filled with excitement, surprise and intrigue. Whether you are usually into reading books about teen drama or the marvelous world of sci-fi and fantasy, The Hunger Games is surely a good pick that you just won't be able to set down until you've learned the outcome of this deadly battle.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R70075HE5JTF1?ASIN=0439023521	Fighting Innocence	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As a young adults' novel, this first book of a trilogy lays bare the brutality of human nature in a dystopian world - disturbing because the setting is at once recognisable (in a futuristic nation Panem, North America) and alien (where children from each of the twelve districts are offered as ""tributes"" to fight to the death in the annual Hunger Games, as a reminder of the rebellion against the Capitol), which adds to the horror of the events depicted.<br/><br/>That the protagonist, Katniss is a typical (if feisty and resourceful) teenager battling both hormones and affairs of the heart in the midst of a more life-threatening reality-gameshow-gone-macabre arena where she has to kill 23 other teenage ""tributes"" in order to stay alive, immediately sets this work apart from other teen novels. The premise is not entirely new though, and reminiscent of Japanese cult novel ""Battle Royale"" (also made into a movie), published some 10 years before ""The Hunger Games"". In the earlier work, a class of senior high school students are whisked to a remote island to battle to the death as a practical way of addressing the problem of teenage delinquency.<br/><br/>""The Hunger Games"" captivates because Collins does not shy away from addressing larger issues like poverty, war and tyranny, while making something as morbid as the Games seem probable within our culture of fascination with violence and spectacle. A sobering read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10SRCC3VD23HN?ASIN=0439023521	overcame my doubts	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I did not want to like this book. I thought the idea seemed so depressing, a society keeps control over its people by forcing their children to battle it out in an arena on live TV that everyone must watch, but, in execution, the book was a fast-paced, interesting read that kept me engaged and reading with bated breath all the way to the end. It did make me ask questions about how close we are coming to their world, based on America's obsession with reality television, almost to the point we want to see people killed live on TV.<br/><br/>My only criticism of the book is that we don't know how the civilization got to this point. I am hoping this is covered in the other two books in the series. Other than that, I recommend this book as an interesting vision of what our future might hold.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3Q01ATG9TDTRG?ASIN=0439023521	Read for movie background	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Everyone that saw the movie recommended that I read the book first.  It was enjoyable, but I don't understand how people were captivated for the second book.  I will probably read on in the series, but more out of requirement and not because it left me hanging on.  Enjoyable, but not memorable.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26HHPBFCCA3V4?ASIN=0439023521	Loved this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Okay, I know I am way behind on reviewing this and I won't try to summarize the plot but what I will say about The Hunger Games is that unlike many other books these days, it really kept my attention. It was an easy, entertaining and gripping read. That takes real skill on the part of the author. Enjoyed it greatly.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MLY6UNX9I9NX?ASIN=0439023521	Good:	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Bought this as a gift and found myself reading it first. I would suggest reading even if you saw the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BH242X8TPUL6?ASIN=0439023521	Good Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am not an avid reader, but The Hunger Games is truly an amazing book. Suzanne Collins truly has a wild imagination and it is present throughout the entire book. The details in this book are fabulous and leaves you wanting more. I absolutely fell in love with all of the characters. The characters are well thought out and by the end it seems like I knew them on a personal level. The Hunger Games has lit a fire in me to read more. This book is wildly popular and for good reason. Not only is the subject and characters attention getting, but the writing is phenomenal. I would definitely recommend this book to anyone who loves love, struggles between good and evil and just a good story.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCG7IQG79E18A?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The entire series is incredible! The characters are some of the best part due to their development over the three books! I suggest reading this book twice because the first time is great for the plot, but the second read allows you to pay attention to the characters. The Epilogue at the end of the series left me feeling whole and satisfied. There was no loose string left. Suzanne Collins writes with such flavor and diction that easily catches the reader off guard, but in a good way. This book is a for sure must read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1M4W0ETAS5DL7?ASIN=0439023521	Engaging and Fast Paced Novel	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As if you have not heard already, The Hunger Games is currently one of the most popular book series to hit the shelves.  The novels take place in the country of Panem, otherwise known as the post-apocalyptic North America where every year the Capitol puts on an event called the Hunger Games.  Two teenagers from each of the 13 districts are randomly selected to participate in the games where they will fight till the death until only one remains.  Not only are there gruesome killings, but the entire game is also broadcast as entertainment to those residing in Panem.<br/><br/>In the first book, we are introduced to Katniss Everdeen from the poor, coal mining District 13.  She is strong willed woman who has perfected the technique of using a bow and arrow and who turns out to be a tribute for her district.  The other tribute, Peeta Malark, is the complete opposite personality of Katniss in that he is shy and would rather decorate cakes than hunt.  Once in the games, both tributes discover tactics and strengths that they both employ to keep themselves and one other alive.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games trilogy explores the meaning of spectatorship in our society as well as questions the hierarchical system along with power corruption.  If readers consider for a moment how spectators are perceived in Panem and then think back to what the readers are doing they will find that they are spectators also.  As the people of Panem are watching the Hunger Games, are we as readers not also exhibiting the same behavior?  The sense of enjoyment that our society receives by watching others is explored throughout each book and becomes an interesting aspect to consider when looking at our own society.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is a modern novel that creates not only a fast paced plot, but also develops a dynamic set of characters that strike a chord among readers.  Setting the stage for the next two installments, The Hunger Games is effective in portraying the underlying corruption in Panem and how the journey of Katniss and Peeta opens up questions behind the Capitol's real intentions.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZJ2YG55TPH1T?ASIN=0439023521	Unbelievable	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Just imagine yourself as the author of Hunger Games and you have been given the directions to write the hunt to the death for the 24 children using primarily present day advances in technology and not some of the bizarre or beyond all possible coincidence scenes and effects that we were subjected to. Hey you writers out there; of course you could do it and I submit that it could have been a much finer novel and left you with a much scarier and realistic feeling.<br/><br/>Like feeling: ""Wow, this could really have happened.""<br/><br/>Also, if there were an opportunity to rewrite, I would have put it in first person past point of view and not first person present and, most importantly, I would have included some chapters in some of the other characters point of view. That opportunity was lost staying in first person present with the protagonist for the entire book. Also the ending got a little fuzzy with the evil president that the author never really followed up on. And one always feels a little cheated by an abrupt ending that is primarily a promo for the next book in the series and doesn't satisfactorily end this book.<br/><br/>It's still a good book; it just could have been better.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2L6OOZF2OTNYI?ASIN=0439023521	Incredible	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book in a few hours. I couldn't put it down. I almost never reread books, I've read this book 4 times.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDADOO3P7ZR9G?ASIN=0439023521	Good, but could improve	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thoroughly enjoyed this book. I thought the pacing was great and I flew through it in just a day.<br/><br/>I didn't give the book five stars for the following reasons:<br/><br/>-The other tributes are incredibly one-dimensional. We have no idea why the richer ones would want to participate in the games. Most of them are no more than a name or number to up the body count. We don't learn anything about them, which makes it hard to see them as real characters and not just set pieces.<br/><br/>-I found the plot very derivative of Battle Royale. I'm sure this has been said a thousand times, but the premise is almost exactly identical. Battle Royale is one of my favourite books, so that probably made this grate a bit more on me than other people, but I honestly feel that BR is much superior, especially with regards to character development.<br/><br/>Saying that, I still think it's worth four stars. It was good to see what all the fuss was about and not be disappointed by it. I'm hoping that the rest of the sequels will give the author a chance to branch out with more original plotlines and develop the background characters more.<br/><br/>Note: I also posted this review on Goodreads.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AQNHQKMFKOA9?ASIN=0439023521	Best Book Ever!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wasn't really connected to the Hunger Games book series untill I watched the first movie and after that I started to read the book series. Once I got started reading this book it got my attraction about every page and chapter I read. The readers can quickly get stuck to this book because it's so good. The only negative part I have with this book is reading about kids killing each other and make it depressing at times, however the more I read this book the more I can't put it down.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PV7WGPE2UEZJ?ASIN=0439023521	It's decent, it's not War and Peace.  It's a quick book that reads like a movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was very inexpensive, interesting story.  Some people say it's a kid's book but I don't understand that it's very violent for a kid's book.  I enjoyed it and I'm a grown man.  It wasn't Agent Pendergast or anything but the plot is interesting and it doesn't lack for action most of the time. I haven't seen the movie yet because Amazon hasn't put it on free prime but usually the book is better than the movie anyway.  I would read the sequels if I could get them as cheap as this book was.  I guess that's the bottom line, I wouldn't pay more than $3 for this.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2E0YCXN31VKHG?ASIN=0439023521	Compelling writing.  Disturbing premise.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Book club book. I definitely couldn't put it down but every time I think about the actual premise: children killing children because of a tyrannical government, I have a difficult time LOVING the book.<br/><br/>I do plan on reading the second book and hope it won't involve such horrible plot lines.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8D5AIHKMCPUS?ASIN=0439023521	I loved this book!  Not just for tweens!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I just finished reading this series in a weekend.  I wanted to read the book before seeing the movie.  I definitely recommend this series.  I was originally avoiding since it was so popular with the tweens.  I definitely recommend.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MQ8RCBNPUHN7?ASIN=0439023521	x	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Bought for my grandaughter to read for school. She love the book and wil get the rest of the serie.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32OR9238ZP90E?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is the only book series that I have ever read in the past 5 years! Best book series ever.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3N44WEV9D4CXX?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games Collector's Edition	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I lucked up and found this for less than $5.00 at Amazon.  Since I was buying a class set, I would love to have been able to purchase enough for that set.  However, I was limited to buying only four copies.  The book itself works well with my class.  The paper is trade edition, and the cuts on the side are uneven.  However, that really doesn't matter for a class of ninth and tenth graders.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3V5ZBQDCMNG1S?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have the actual hard copy too, but I couldn't resist buying this edition as well when it went on sale for around $4. It arrived in perfect condition, and now I have two copies of a great book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCG3ZOLBQMJ63?ASIN=0439023521	Love my Audio CD's	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Nicely recorded. Some Audio CD's have people recording them that shouldn't because they have either annoying voices or are completely monotone - BORING.<br/>This one is prefect. The person recording does a great job of making you feel like you are really there.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RM63VM5MZVI8V?ASIN=0439023521	16 year olds sound like 50 year olds now?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Thoroughly enjoyed reading the series. When it came time for me to move from the east to midwest, I thought it would be a brilliant idea to order the Hunger Games Trilogy on audiobooks for my long drive. To my dismay, the entire book was narrated by an older woman, albeit very talented in her range of voices, it was incredibly hard to believe that Katniss was a 16 year old girl and not a 50 year old woman. I am pretty sure that at 16, no girls inner monologue is a seasoned voice like that of the chosen narrator for the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ESPP4R5VLZF2?ASIN=0439023521	Saw movie before reading book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">And just had to know what else was in the book that was left out.  Halfway through and I'm happy I picked it up.  Also have the second one that my husband is already reading.  Can't wait for the next film.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWH9XWACXXQFE?ASIN=0439023521	Love this book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I like the movie, but I love this book! I read the books well before the movie came out and I much prefer the book. Although I do like the movie I think it left a lot out. This is a GREAT price! As soon as I saw how cheap it was selling for I had to buy it. Now I have the movie edition of the book as well as the original book. What a great deal! It was on time and arrived in perfect condition. One of my best Amazon deals so far.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QXQ789LUDN40?ASIN=0439023521	loved loved loved	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm sure everyone has their own opinion on this book (and the rest of the trilogy) and has given it quite forcibly, but I just had to throw my own 2 cents in. While I don't compare this book to the great literary classics, I do feel that this book captures something much more than you would imagine from a best-seller. It's creative in its retelling of the myths that it was drawn from. It's splendid in the characterization of a scared, yet admiringly brave not-girl,not-woman. I think that it goes beyond the mass market appeal, even if the mass market doesn't know why they're so drawn to it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IRWX2Y1ILIHL?ASIN=0439023521	exactly the same as the other editions	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Since everyone else has already written about the story, I'll just focus on the edition here.  It's a papper back and the content is the same as the other editions.  It's lightweight, and has that great book smell, though, since it's new, it doesn't have that musty book smell.  Either way, if you're like me and snatched this up for cheap, it's a great deal.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JUEO89T7MSHZ?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a series that the whole family has read and enjoyed. I'm sure theses are books that we'll keep and read again.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVEQU1MSAAAE1?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games - CDs	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I purchased the CDs for my secondary school class to listen to. The narrator's voice is irritating the hell out of me. Every now and then my students start mimicking the narrator - not good.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33Y8FJI6S4X0B?ASIN=0439023521	A Great READ !	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not stop turning pages, I mean REALLY, this book is a very suspenseful read! It came in great condition and very timely!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6XI415ZCD4VN?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games book one	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne has done it again,SPECTACULAR<br/>I think this is a fantastic series created by Suzanne Collins<br/>The book has overwhelming characters, that make for all the action you could ask for.<br/>This first volume gives you the history of the games.<br/>A Beauty</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13WSN9VSELH2M?ASIN=0439023521	Best Book Ever!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book! I have the original 3 so I decided to get this one just to have it. The details are amazing. I love how the bird is all 3 birds combined. If you are a Hunger Games fan, you should get this book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3B46662HIKAMR?ASIN=0439023521	No Happy Ending	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is not a cheerful story, with a happy ending.  The Hunger Games is a competition in which winning, means you lose. Politics at play, illusions of the media, and a young girl tries to survive in a fight for her life.  Blood is spilt, friends are lost, and lies are told.  When a government owns it's people.  They are never free.  This book is a very good read, even with the typos.  Forget the hype and just enjoy the book, but like I said.  Don't look for a happy ending.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3M6S21VZ6QYVN?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't wait to start this series!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've been dying to read this series and I thought because I drive so much why not purchase the audio book instead. I'm very glad I did because it's provided hours of entertainment. It came in great condition and was delivered within the time frame it said it would be. The delivery was quick and hassle free.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2610AKMYU1K1E?ASIN=0439023521	Don't Bother With the Audio Edition	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This review is for the audiobook version - enough people are here to tell you what the book is like. In fact, I quite enjoy the story. It has some genre-standard elements and the first person present-tense narration can be irritating, but it goes cool places and is worth a shot for kids and adults alike.<br/><br/>The audiobook, however, should be avoided. Oh, wow, is it bad. Carolyn McCormick is the reader, and honestly, I always thought she was a good actor. I've seen her in almost a hundred Law &amp; Order episodes and thought her performance was pretty good in every one.<br/><br/>But her reading of this book is just... dead. Sometimes you get audiobooks performed by people who mispronounce words or give characters strange voices, but at least they can usually bring some enthusiasm with them. McCormick doesn't. She is monotone and lifeless, even at dramatic moments. It's especially bad as the story is related in the first-person; the lack of inflection makes it sound like Katniss doesn't care when people die, or when she's in danger herself. It also never, ever sounds like a teenage girl is talking, you can't even imagine it with this voice.<br/><br/>Worse still is the dialogue. She barely does any voices, except to change pitch slightly. This actually becomes a problem when she has to read a male character, who will invariably sound like a lummox with a deep voice and no brains.<br/><br/>If you were thinking about buying the audiobook instead of the text edition, give it a pass. The story will be much more effective for you without this lifeless performance.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OM2WVC3Y3ILA?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a great book on CD.  We really enjoyed listening to it and can't wait to listen to the Catching Fire (2nd book).<br/>It was addicting and we couldn't wait to get back in the car to hear more.  When the movie comes out soon we will be watching that as well.<br/>My 10 year old would listen on and off as she was watching her movie and she even enjoyed it (thought it would scare her but it didn't she was in suspense).</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KQD9BD3O8UC8?ASIN=0439023521	Be sure to buy all three	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this story and was glad I purchased all three books on cd at the same time so that I did not have to wait to hear the entire thing. I drive a lot and love the convenience of listening while I drive. I've already started loaning these out. Also,I am enjoying the reader's voice. She does a great job with the different characters.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Z7TFIC18BKDK?ASIN=0439023521	A Book for the Young Adult	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book is not a masterpiece of literature but it is a highly entertaining young adult book with dark themes and violence and the exploration of dystrophy that adults can enjoy as well. It's an easy read with a fast pace and high entertainment factor. The writing style is geared towards young adult readers but is smooth and polished, with content that is meant for the high school level and above. It's told in present tense, which amps up the tension and cements the reader in the current moment. I appreciated the well-handled elements of horror and sci-fi along with the strong feminism that many current romance-driven books seem to lack. There is much more to Katniss than romance; in fact, she herself admits that romance is the least of her concerns right now, as it should be. She doesn't want to get married, and she doesn't want to bring children into the world only to have them potentially get pulled for the Hunger Games. I like this girl. This is a heroine I can get behind.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R306TWC2GWIJGS?ASIN=0439023521	Review for the Audio CD version	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Five stars for the book (unfortunately, the CD page reviews are combined with reviews for the book itself).<br/><br/>Having already read and enjoyed the book, I am now more than halfway through listening to the book on CD.  It is a wonderful book to listen to - hearing it reminds me of just how well written book one is!  The narrator makes good use of inflection and has a clear voice. However, her voice variation pales, and her ability to do the male voices is weak (but she does a great Effie!). The narrator pretty much uses the same annoying, gutteral voice for each male character and, frankly, would have been better had she opted to not try to change voices at all.<br/><br/>Nonetheless, I recommend the cd!  It will bring you back into the world of the Hunger Games all over again!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3O3RQPQ4K0TY?ASIN=0439023521	Very Enjoyable and Engaging	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I decided to get the book after seeing and enjoying the movie. I'm glad I did. The Hunger Games is a very good book. It had me very invested and I finished it in just a couple days. I immediately got the next two books and read them both in two days. As for this collector's edition, it's very nice. I like the look of it and it comes in a nice cover.<br/><br/>I recommend this book, especially if you liked the movie.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUFQK25RFVVO5?ASIN=0439023521	An interesting and captivating read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So I noticed this book on the train actually. (Ever notice that if it's a good book you'll notice it being read by several different people for several weeks/months) That's how I track bestsellers :) (the kindle although very very cool is starting to take that away...now I have to ask strangers...""hey, what book is that?"")<br/><br/>Anyway. I don't review like the other folks... No grammatical dissection of the author's writing prowess! I was intrigued in the first few pages and the intrigue was kept aflame by a well written, interesting, captivating storyline. Didn't seem like the author got lost in trying to impress, just tell a story. I loved it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1C1GXNNNGRK2F?ASIN=0439023521	Sounds good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The voice is very clear and understandable. She really gets into the parts.  My problem is that the chapter pages listed on the CD's don't match the chapters in the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3L5QLPH0BTBHX?ASIN=0439023521	AWESOME!!!! One of the best books out there!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">""The Hunger Games"" definitely keeps you on the edge of your seat, asking for more. One of the things I feel that captured myself and a lot of people's attention on this book is the horrible thought that this could actually happen to the United States. Where we are put in districts, and forced to bow to the Capitals wishes. It is definitely scary. Incredible book, and I love the feel and look of this collectable edition!!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ENSERJJ6UGTZ?ASIN=0439023521	Surprisingly addictive	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Most of my students had read this one, and several of my co-workers, and the premise sounded interesting, so I decided to give it a try. I'm very glad I did! This is the best book I've read so far this year. It wasn't perfect; a few things seemed to come a little too easily for Katniss, but overall it was a really fun read and I look forward to reading the rest of the series.<br/><br/>One thing I have to comment on was the grosling Katniss killed and ate during the game. She commented once that it was all gone, but then she kept eating it for a few chapters afterward. That took me out of the story a little every time.<br/><br/>Collins did a great job with the ending. It's very frustrating and I can't imagine how people didn't go berserk when the book first came out and they had to wait a year to pick up the story.<br/><br/>Don't push this one aside thinking it's another Twilight. The writing is very good, the story engaging, and the characters well developed.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYXF1LPB29QAZ?ASIN=0439023521	Excelent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Its a really good novel. the reading is easy the concept is something I have read or seen before but made fresh. even when you know what is going to happen you still get surprised and cant stop reading next chapter.<br/><br/>I buy the collectors edition, I had already read the book and I believe its worthy the extra bucks, its a nice hard case. cant wait to buy the next books in the same edition.<br/><br/> the only defect I can see (or maybe it should be like that?) is that the pages are not evenly cut, so when the book is closed it appear as small u. maybe is so when opened it dont get damaged?  any way great book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KOJ4SOTK7MA?ASIN=0439023521	Great Audiobook!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am not a big reader, so when I take a long trip I love getting books on tape.  I loved this book, and the reader's voice is good (not annoying like some), which helps.  I loved the Hunger Games movie, but the audiobook was great, and had so much more detail.  I would recommend this to anyone.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UBXJYHSKY0CE?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Decided to listen to this book before watching the movie.  My husband and I drive 90 minutes a day and this really helps pass the time in traffic.  Purchased all three stories, finished two and and can't wait to get into the third.  Awsome stories and was read very well.  Hope this Author will continue writing these Stories.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KQU4UQ7L6U0F?ASIN=0439023521	Great audiobook for road trip!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Really loved the actress that did the reading of this audiobook!!  We purchase this for a roadtrip and loved listening to it so much that we started it over when it finished but we weren't back home yet!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZ3MJCKIZ9QLK?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I watched the movie first, then had to get the book or the cd's. It is very much like the movie. Just a few small things changed. So naturally I had to get the other two books to this series. I did get the audible on the other two, it was just handier for me. It was great and worth the money.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGVKBRQ30EGPB?ASIN=0439023521	Go Team Peeta!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Last year around Halloween, I read this book. It had me suck in from the beginning. Suzanne Collins has struck gold with this book. I've heard that it was on the New York Times Best Sellers List for weeks on end, after it came out. I love how it has action but with underlying romance. Katniss is such a strong character and a great role model. And then you have Peeta who is so sweet and kind and loving, but strong. You also have Gale who will do anything to protect his family and friends. This love triangle I have to say is way better than the one in twilight. All through the book you will be captivated. Plus at the end there's this twist that you could never see coming. Not even in a million years. Also when you finish it you will have to rush out and get the second one. And I have to say Team Peeta all the way! I give this book 5 stars</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28OX9KQ0THM2C?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I got this book because I had heard good things about it. I read it and it is an excellent read. I liked it because it isn't filled with explicit sex, it was really nice for a change to be able to read all the words. I am waiting to see what my Grandson thinks of it, he's seen the movie and decited he wanted to read the book. He's 15, I'm 70 - so it seems to appeal to a wide age range.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1N66J32JASHFT?ASIN=0439023521	May The Odd's Be Ever In Your Favor	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is a must-read kind of book. It's storyline is amazing and it's imagery was excellent. Before I bought it, many people told me to read this book. And now I am. Already up to Part II. If you don't have it, get it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R198UVUKCVZ01E?ASIN=0439023521	A Real Page Turner...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have to admit when a friend loaned me this book I wan't expecting too much. I wasn't even planning on reading it with all the hype the movie was getting it didn't seem like my thing. I'm glad I did though! It wasn't at all what I thought it was- but in a good way! I loved the style of writing the author used and the story line was so creative. As soon as I started reading it- I was hooked! Great characters and interesting plots and twists. I love trilogy books too- so I'm on book 2 now and I bet the next one will be evn better. Although I'm not sure why they keep comparing this book to Twilight. I am a Twilight fan and I can tell you they are two totally different genres of books. The only similarity they have is the possible love triangle and that the authors have great writing. Definitly recommend it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13QM8FMUXOQ07?ASIN=0439023521	love the books!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wanted to read the books before the movie came out but I didn't want to purchase at Barnes and Nobles because they were so expensive! I'm gad the special edition was at a MUCH cheaper price. I was not disappointed. I would order from this person again because shipping was fast and matched the description.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNUKDR07LMPZA?ASIN=0439023521	Great book, great movie...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After seeing the movie, I had to read the book. So I ordered it from Amazon for a pretty awesome price. I read the book in a bout 2 days... I couldn't put it down, it was excellent. I really loved the movie as well, but recommend for others to read the book if they haven't already.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8E1YXBJQ24S0?ASIN=0439023521	Super Dooper Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book takes place in an area once known as North America. There lies a Capitol with 12 outlying districts. In the 12th district, there lives a girl of 16. Her name is Katniss Everdeen. One day, Katniss steps forwar to take her 12 year old sister's place in the grousome competition known as the Hunger Games. The Hunger Games is a competition where each of the 12 districts send one male and one female between the ages of 12 and 18 to fight to the death on live TV. Winning means fame and fouyrtune.[and also survival] Losing means death in the worst way imaginable. Murder. How far will Katniss go to win the Hunger Games?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGCTB3369X3OU?ASIN=0439023521	This book captures you	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't read too much, but wanted to read this before I see the movie.  It is written in a way that captures you, the way one chapter leads you into the next seemed to make it unable for me to put this book down.  I now can't wait to read Catching Fire and Mocking Jay.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BZPKAFYHGPHQ?ASIN=0439023521	praise for the hunger games!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this is fantastic! a perfect blend of action romance and sci fi i loved everything about it i also love the new cover and she did not copy battle royale because she got the idea when she was flipping between a reality show and the news late one night and people said she put the first 15 books of battle royale into this book if shes copying battle royale how did she make the next 2 books i think whoevers reading this should definitely get this book im almost 99% sure youll adore it like me!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CE2Y4MTO091G?ASIN=0439023521	A Fad	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't have much more to say than the other folks that gave this book one or two stars.  The idea and story line have some merit but the writing is unbelievably poor.  There's no depth to either the characters or the story and it's so full of clichés that it's almost funny.  If you're interested in this genre try The Lottery, The Most Dangerous Game (short), or even the Clan of the Cave Bear series which has some great survivalist sections.  I believe this series will soon be forgotten.  But I am curious to see what they did with the movie...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3O0CSODB0GESN?ASIN=0439023521	Captivating and compelling	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I first read the Hunger Games after it was recommended to my by one of my friends. I had heard that there was going to be a movie in a couple months and decided to give it a try - what did I have to lose? A couple of my friends had read it and liked it, and it seemed good to try something new. I figured I would probably at least find it entertaining.<br/><br/>I was blown away.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is compelling, captivating, pulse pounding novel with cliff hangers at the end of every chapter. From the beginning I was hooked and never wanted to put it down. Katniss Everdeen is a strong and solid heroine, something fresh and new in the midst of the flimsy and needy girls of many books today. She is calculative, intelligent, and it's nice to see inside her head and her thoughts as her life is turned upside down. She volunteers for her little sister, Prim, in the annual Hunger Games, a gory fight to the death that she must participate in. The cruel entertainment was devised by the Capitol, the ruler of Panem (a desecrated country set into the future in which Katniss lives) and serves as a reminder for the districts to stay in line after their previous rebellion. As the book progresses, Katniss learns to fend for herself and stay strong in the face of adversity and unfamiliarity. This book will always be in my top 10 favorites and I recommend it highly!</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1V38X86BB3O7R?ASIN=0439023521	Fun...but calm down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's a fun book...but mostly for kids.  And that's exactly for whom these books were written.  For adults who think it's deeper than it is, you need to go read actual books written for actual adults.  This is not that.  It's fun and it's interesting and it's a great page-turner.  But it's NOT brilliant adult literature.  If you have a friend over 15 who says otherwise, they need to read more.  This is a fun book.  VERY enjoyable.  You'll tear through it in a day or two.  Ditto for the other two books.  But if you're looking for deep, meaningful reading?  Go elsewhere.  This is a fun action book and has a strong female lead.  Give this to your kids instead of ""Twilight"" and you'll be happy.  In fact, if you read it at the same time as your kids, you can bond.  There are far worse things your kids could be reading.  And, honestly, adults could do far worse, too.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKH7R4ENW861J?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Epic.  Yes, I described The Hunger Games in one word.  This is one of a handful of books I wish I would have read when it was recommended many moons ago.  My first reading happened in December of 2011 and even that wasn't soon enough.<br/><br/>Katniss Everdeen is smart, strong, and fierce.  It is not just because of her history that she is all of these things, but her insistence to ignore the rules to provide for her mother and sister.  Gale Hawthorne is her best friend.  The boy she began hunting with when her father died.  The boy who knows her secrets.  Peeta Mellark is the boy with the bread.  She doesn't know him very well, but she will soon enough.<br/><br/>I really enjoyed reading The Hunger Games.  My first time through, I was sitting on the edge of my seat dying to know what would happen next.  I actually purchased all three books and read them in two days.  That is how hooked I was the first time.  The second time around I knew what would happen, but there was still that thrill of not fully remembering the details, but still knowing what was coming.<br/><br/>What I really liked was how Katniss could never figure out Peeta's true intentions until the end.  However, I didn't like that she took a lot of things for granted.  Yes she is in a really crappy situation, but I didn't like that she couldn't figure out her feelings.<br/><br/>Overall, I really enjoyed the thrill of this book.  It has opened my eyes to dystopian novels and I will forever be thankful for that.  I highly recommend this book!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DGDBR9T29SSW?ASIN=0439023521	OK, but very unsympathetic characters	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I think this book is very overrated.  It's not that it is a bad book, it's ok, it's a fast and interesting read.  But all the hype is unneccessay.  The characters are totally unlikeable and unsympathetic.  Katniss is a grouch and Peeta is a stupid puppy dog.  Haymitch is slightly interesting b/c I keep wondering how he survived his own Hunger Games, but no one else even vaguely catches my interest.  Disappointed.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R177K2L4FL3PWJ?ASIN=0439023521	good but over-hyped	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i read this book about 6 months agu before the huge surge thats accompanied the movies release rolled up, and i found it a good read. it bounced along with a good steady rythym and was imaginative in its dystopian premise. 4 stars...</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R387LLF80VFU1O?ASIN=0439023521	Addicttive	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Every end of a chapter just keeps you guessing I found myself staying up late at night and finishing the book in two days. This is especially fullfilling because I haven't read a book in a long time and I feel this riveting story and great plot brought me back to something that I enjoy. Thanks hunger games</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RA83MJUB1YGPF?ASIN=0439023521	Consumed	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow. So I took the plunge and decided to finally hop on board the hunger games bandwagon, and I am absolutely thrilled that I did!<br/>One of my daughters friends told me that this book was like twilight, a huge favorite of hers but something I have no interest in. I cant believe I took his word for it.<br/>The story is complex and riveting, it does a spectacular job of sucking the reader in and refusing to let them go. Even though it seems to be pegged at a younger audience, I enjoyed it wildly. I will probably let me daughter read it in a few years, but i think it goes without saying that this is a ""young adult"" book not a young child one.<br/>The only reason I didn't give it five stars was because the writing style struck me as a tad unsophisticated. Other than that though I recommend this book without any hesitation!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDV0HVCXSNFTP?ASIN=0439023521	Engaging	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I downloaded this book on my Kindle Fire because it was in the #1 slot on the free read list for Prime.  I had no idea what it was about.  After the first few pages I was hooked and had a difficult time putting it down and read it in record time.  When I got to the end and it said end of book one - I realized there was more and have since read Catching Fire and Mockingjay in the last week.  The author keeps you entranced and it is like you are there watching the games first hand.  Now I look forward to the movie coming out in a couple weeks and can see it put to the screen - I hope it does the book justice.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34CDIRA8HKA1O?ASIN=0439023521	Once you start, you can'tstop reading!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well with 469,300 ratings, I doubt there is anything new that I can say about this wonderful book. I will say that it was absolutely awesome! This book has action on every single page, and it took me only one day to finish it, because every page leads into the next action packed page, and I just could not stop until it was finished. Then, of course I immediately started on the next one. I am looking forward to the movie on March 23 because from the trailors that I have seen, it is going to be a huge hit! It is so well written that it takes you off the page and into this post apocalyptic world, where you feel that you are part of the story! Read it, you won't be sorry!<br/><br/>[...]</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32ANXVOWCJOWY?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book, ehem, sorry, audiobook. This is my first contact with Suzanne Collins, a great introduction. So far so good. I am currently on Disc 5 of 9. It's an intriguing story, like the one on TWILIGHT. Only this time... death is at stakes.<br/>Killing, hunting, fishing and much more await you on THE HUNGER GAMES by Suzanne Collins, narrated by Carolyn McCormick.<br/>Citing Effie Trinket,""Happy Hunger Games and may the odds be EVER in your favor!""</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDFZG07K9LW0?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games: Not just for teens.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hearing this was going to be made into a film and that it was more geared for teens I was skeptical in reading this. But after many reviews and suggestions from friends I gave it a shot... Everyone needs to read this!<br/>It is not just for teenagers, the writting is not as mature as an adult book. But the plot is new, exciting and full of twists and turns. I would recommend this book to any one of my friends.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1V2LSPO4BXC5Q?ASIN=0439023521	It comes down to taste.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Having just finished the book, I have mixed feelings.  The book inarguably starts out phenomenal.  I'm typically a bit of an ADD reader, but I was rivited to this book.  About 1/2 to 2/3 of the way through, I thought it lost a bit of its thunder and didn't live up to its beginning.  But I think it comes down to what you were expecting out of the book.  Without giving anything away, the theme I was expecting/hoping to see really hammered home seemed to fizzle into a side note.  So it seemed a bit of a disappointing finish.  But depending on what you're looking for, this will either be a fantastic book, or, at the least, and intriguing read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R380COB8ZK36RY?ASIN=0439023521	You wouldn't necessarily expect dystopian fiction and YA to work well together, but Collins delivers	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I might just be the last person on the planet to read The Hunger Games, Suzanne Collins' 2008 post-apocalyptic YA dystopian science fiction novel. After my wife raving about it, and with the movie coming up next month, I finally got to it, and I loved it. So if I was not, in fact, the last person to start this series and you haven't checked it out yet, read on to find out why you ought to read it as well.<br/><br/>Katniss Everdeen is a 16 year old girl in District 12, a coal-mining town in the country of Panem. She supports her family after her father died in mining accident several years before the events of the novel by illegally hunting in the nearby forests. Each year, as punishment for an uprising long ago, the Capitol randomly selects a one boy and one girl aged 12 to 18 from each of the twelve districts to participate in the Hunger Games, an arena death match where only one contestant can survive. When her 12 year old sister Prim is selected, Katniss volunteers to take her place.<br/><br/>Collins artfully crafts an exciting story that fires on all cylinders. Action? I mentioned ""post-apocalyptic arena death match,"" right? Romance? More than covered. Compelling protagonist? Katniss is fantastic. She's strong, tough, determined, loyal, but she still has many of the normal concerns of a teenager, and flaws that make her believable. Interesting setting? Very much so. I devoured every bit about the world and wondered about what it implied for the larger setting, eager to find out more about what this unfortunate world is like and how it came to be.<br/><br/>I've read several other dystopian novels - 1984, Brave New World, Cloud Atlas - and The Hunger Games fits right there alongside them, despite it's YA target audience and teen protagonist. I was amazed at how grim Collins could get and still manage to keep things YA. It actually reminded me some of the works of Robert Louis Stevenson such as Treasure Island, which can be challenging and have complex characters and violence, but still be appropriate for the younger reader. We seem to be living in a golden age of YA fiction that adults can enjoy, with Collins, J.K. Rowling, Scott Westerfeld and others crossing over to adult audiences with their excellent YA novels.<br/><br/>I listened to the audio version, read by Carolyn McCormick. McCormick does an excellent job narrating the novel. She manages to convey the tension well, and her different accents and male voices are strong.<br/><br/>As I said, I'm probably the last person to read The Hunger Games. But if not, if someone out there reads this review and hasn't read The Hunger Games yet, do so now. It's a great book, and I can't wait to keep reading and find out what happens in the rest of the trilogy.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FICYUKPFSWIA?ASIN=0439023521	Addicting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games revolves around a post-apocalyptic society where 12 Districts are pitted against each other by 'the Capital'. The Capital keeps the 12 Districts from bonding in order to rebel by annually sponsoring the 'Hunger Games', in which 1 boy and 1 girl, ages 12-18, are chosen in a lottery each year to compete to the death. The survivor is crowned champion and it benefits the entire district. The heroine of this book is Katniss Everdeen, who volunteers to take her little sister's place  in the Hunger Games for District 12.<br/><br/>I was skeptical, but I couldn't stop reading once I started. It's entertaining, and incredibly disturbing all at once.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RN5ZJQVFSJLYF?ASIN=0439023521	Totally awesome!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After being harped on for many weeks by my future daughter-in-law to read this series, I finally gave in.  And am I glad I did.  Read all three books in less than two days while on vacation.  Could not put them down.  Like Harry Potter, this series has moved from adolescent to adult quite nicely.  Read the trilogy, you will be glad you did.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKA2FYMFZUKFE?ASIN=0439023521	the hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games book 1<br/>By Suzanne Collins<br/><br/>Winning means fame and fortune.Losing means certain death. The Hunger Games have begun....six-teen year old Katniss Everdeen has volunteered to save her twelve year old sister Prim Rose Everdeen from the annual Hunger Games.Every year Panem forces the twelve districts to send a boy and a girl to participate in the Hunger Games.At the opening cerimonies, it is all about getting sponsers and with what Katniss was wearing she would get alot of sponsers. the crowd was only looking at Katniss and Peeta thats how good they looked at the opening cerimonies.From there on every one called her, Katniss the girl who was on fire.In the games Katniss has to make some hard choices to stay, to run to hide.She has to take on any thing the arena throws at her like fireballs, no water, poisanus berry's.<br/><br/>Katniss is a dynamic character, she is a primary character.Katniss is 16 years old and she is good in the wilderness, she also loves the wilderness.Katniss almost never misses with a bow.She hunts to gather food for her family and her friend Gale helped to because he has a family to that he has to feed.Katniss has to protect her family because she is the oldest one that is strong enough to care for her family.Katnisses dad died in a mine explotion and so her mother could not care for her kids because she was heart-broken.Peeta is very sly and he has plans to trick everyone.He is the bakers son and his mom is mean.He has a short history with Katniss and it is Katniss was looking for food and she saw Peeta and he gave her the bread he was holding.Cinna is a good friend to Katniss they both care for each other.Cinna was a big help for Katniss in the games because he helped her get through the the tough stuff.<br/><br/>This book is amazing, it is a book that makes you want to keep reading and it is a violent book that generates constent suspition.I would recomend getting this book because it is a great book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2O1RWIYN4PW2V?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't Take My Eyes off it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Okay, so I absolutely could no put this book down after I started reading it. Went through all three books in less than 72 hours. It is compelling, something I've experienced with only two books prior: Harry Potter and Lord of The Rings. I'm not comparing the two compeltely, just stating that perhaps it's just this genre and style that attracts my personal tastes. My 4 comes from the first 2 books. The third book I was not a fan of, the only reason the whole series does not get a 5.<br/><br/>Throughout the book, I found myself comparing it to current events in our world. Could such harshness really exist? The answer, unfortunately, is yes, history tells us it can. Not exactly throwing children in an arena to kill eachother, but the lack of concern for human life, using others to maintain your glossy lifestyle, sounds like a dictatorship to me. Sounds like Rome's Gladiators, and human sarifices of other countries, dictatorships throughout the world, and the Holocaust.<br/><br/>Some people complain about the horrers of killing children in the book, and I agree it is very gruesome, but it's not like children have never been killed in war. It's not like they're immune in real life to atrocities. I'm nearly 20 so I don't have my mother telling me what I can and cannot read, but I see no point in sheltering teens from this book. Maybe even pre-teens. It may be awful, but the point of using children in the book is because sometimes the worth of human life of an adult isn't really felt. That soldiers are just casulaties of war. But when you use children, it strikes a nerve. There's just something so wrong about using children as pawns. And that's exactly why the author used children.<br/><br/>**spoilers*<br/><br/>I feel like the need to address the claim that there was no moral development by some other critics. When I read it, I interpretted Katniss' turning on Cain and shooting her as a sign that the Hunger Games, previously voted on, would not happen. I saw this as Katniss ending the cycle of human atrocities. Now that I read some other reviews, I'm not so sure. I only hope this is what the author had in mind, otherwise I would consider burning the third book of it hadn't ordered it on my kindle.<br/><br/>While the book was riveting, it wasn't until after I put down the third one that I was a little disappointed. While there was a happy ending, I feel as if it was not developed enough. I felt like the story was not complete. Almsot as if the author got lazy with the last pages and decided she just wanted to be done writing.  I do not like that Gale just disapears, without saying goodbye... maybe I didn't pick up on the subtle hints that she was going to go for Peeta, but it just seems like the decision was given to her. She would have picked either one that stuck around. I didn't like the two-line answer that was given about it, either. I feel like there should have been more hints that left us at the end, where we can pick a point that shows that she made the decision to be with Peeta long before Gale decided to go off and do his own thing, show some type of reasoning in her actions not just her words. It didn't seem natural. I feel like this is what I kept waiting for throughout the entire series, some point where she realies Peeta - either one of them, hoenstly, wouldn't care which - was the one for her. But no, we only see evidence that he was the one in the very last paragraph of the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17RJ179HZFKNG?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games Trilogy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I ordered The Hunger Games and read it in one day because I couldn't put it down. I ordered the two other books in the trilogy and read both of those in two days.  They are well written and you really get to like the characters so you keep reading to see how it all ends..I wish it could have kept going.  It would make a good TV series.  This was the first time I've read Suzanne Collins work and I really enjoyed them.  I look forward to her future books...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NATQW5216QGO?ASIN=0439023521	Addicting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a strange book. It takes place in a future world where the characters leave little clues as to what happened in the past. I started reading this book I thought it was extremely weird. But Suzanne Collins does such a good job at teasing you with each chapter that you can't help but read it in a day. It is a fairly easy book so don't expect something amazing. I didn't give it a 5 because to get a 5 it would have to change my life. But it's an extremely entertaining book and series.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26PME78N1HYY6?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing, Engaging, Rollercoaster!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow.. What can I possibly say about this book that has not been said already? This one is an emotional rollercoaster that you will not want to get off of. No matter how painful the ride may be at times..<br/><br/>I cried (really really hard) yelled out loud, screamed, cried some more, and completely, totally fell in love.. I tried to savor this one. Honestly I did, but the fact that I knew I had the second book to just run out and buy, kept me from savoring. Not to mention the fact that the story is just awesome. It sucks you in and holds you there.<br/><br/>This society, is a piece of work. It sickens me how warped they really are. And what these, essentially children, are expected to do.. They must act upon, confront, &amp; anticipate things that you wouldn't even expect your most seasoned adult to endure.. I love this book. Going to get the second one as soon as I post this. I highly recommend this read.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWHVAQ43DFET6?ASIN=0439023521	"Jessie from Lake Tapps says, ""best book ever!"""	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Twenty four go in and only one comes out!.... or so they thought! Food, money, and life are put on the line in The Hunger Games. This book by Suzanne Collins left a moving picture in my mind. Katniss, (the main character) lives in District 12. District 12 has another name, The Seam. In the Seam Katniss and her best friend, Gale, go hunting beyond the fences of District 12 for food to help their families from dying of hunger. But right when Katniss Everdeen thought things would be ok for her little sister, Prim, and her mother, the day of The Reaping turned ugly. The Reaping is the day where The Capital choses 1 boy and 1 girl, ages 12-18, to go to The Capital and fight to the death. Kids are chosen by lottery to be in the games or not. This is one contest no one wants to win. As the little piece of paper was making its way out of the big glass bowl into Effie Trinkets ( the head creator of the games)hands, all Katniss could think was, ""Don't let it be me, don't let it be me!"" And it wasn't her! It was Primrose Everdeen! Her little sister would be thrown into the arena just to be killed by other unfortunate kids who were chosen to go to the games in their district. Minutes later, she pushes Prim out of the way and gasped out loud, ""I volunteer! I volunteer as tribute!"" There was confusion on the stage because there hadn't been a volunteer in decades. As the words of Katniss's sunk into the crowd, she was trying to process the whole occasion herself. The next thing she knew she was at the games standing on the metal plate looking at Lord Templeton (the announcer for the games) as he was saying, ""May the odds be ever in your favor! Now let the 74th annual Hunger Games begin!""<br/> My favorite part of The Hunger Games is when they get out of the games and outsmart The Capital. (Spoiler alert!) Lord Templeton had told the tributes that there had been a rule change.  Two tributes from the same district could come out alive.  As the amount of tributes narrowed down to two, Katniss and Peeta (the boy tribute from District 12) were both still alive and learned that the Game Makers had changed the rule back to only a single tribute could win!  As Katniss did not feel the need to kill Peeta to win, she picked two poisonous berries and told Peeta to eat one on the count of 3.  One.  Two.  Three.  As they both put the berries into their mouths, Lord Templeton ran out to tell that they could both win as long as they don't leave the 74th Hunger Games with no winner.<br/> The most important thing I learned from the book is you should never take your big house, food and water for granted.  The most important thing that you could ever think of is family.<br/> More books by Suzzane Collins are Catching Fire and Mocking Jay.  These books are in order of the next two books of the Hunger Games series.<br/> I recommend that ages 11-adult should read this book.  There is action, adventure and things that will make you want to cry.  My star rating is an easy 5 stars.  *****</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23L40QTCFWI5Q?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not believe how exciting this first entry in the trilogy was. I originally bought it for my daughter (9yo), but I think it might be a bit too graphic for her, so I'm going to wait another few years before introducing her to the series.  Tons of action, romance and excitement in this first entry, I am looking forward to reading the next two.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NTA3TREOAIGN?ASIN=0439023521	Great! But a little on the angsty side	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this audiobook, I couldn't stop listening to it!!! The reader did a very good job of portraying each of the characters and I felt like I was listening to each of them speak as she read. The story itself is very interesting and exciting, although at certain points it strays into distinctly ""Twilight""-ish territory with the love story.  However, if you enjoy the Twilight series for its awesomely bad yet guilty pleasure sappy romance, you'll like this book a lot, as I did. The reason I didn't give it a 5 star rating is that I felt the author had a fantastic core story, that could've been a lot better had she not settled for a juvenile romantic style.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIE7F87DVLP49?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic story that makes you think!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I cannot say enough good things about The Hunger Games! This book (and the entire trilogy) is fantastic! Suzanne Collins tells a tragic story filled with brutality and inhumanity in a beautiful way.<br/><br/>Katniss Everdeen inadvertently finds herself a ""tribute"" in the 74th annual Hunger Games where she is left to combat to the death against 23 other tributes. Each tribute will need intelligence, strength and perseverance if they have any hope of being the last one standing. As if that thought alone was not stressful enough, the entire thing will be televised for all to see. Katniss enters the Games with every intention of coming back, but what will happen when she meets a boy named Peeta, and everything changes?<br/><br/>I do not want to give too much of the story line away, but I urge you to read these books! You will not be disappointed. The story line is action packed and keeps the reader wanting more!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R214DAEDHJDI2C?ASIN=0439023521	A page-turner that I couldn't put down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The list of books I've been unable to put down is quite short:  The Millenium Trilogy by Stieg Larson, the Harry Potter series, the Chronicles of Narnia.  Suzanne Collins has written a page-turner that combines the best of each:  action, fantasy, and commentary on modern society.  I finished the book in just a few hours and I can't wait to start the second book in the series tonight!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R208V0BFHXGYGG?ASIN=0439023521	Well-narrated version of The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This review is of the audio CD edition of the book.  There are thousands of reviews of the book itself so I will focus this review only on the audiobook and narration.<br/><br/>The narrator of this book is Carolyn McCormick.  She reads at an easy pace that is neither too fast nor too slow.  Her diction is precise, almost crisp, and her voice is pitched a tiny bit lower than many female narrators. Altogether, it is an enjoyable narration.<br/><br/>At first I thought her voice was too ""old"" for Katniss; the lower pitch of her voice sounds more adult than teenager.  But I soon got past worrying about whether she sounded like Katniss, especially with all the other characters in the book.  She doesn't do a lot of different voices for the various characters, except when the characters themselves are themselves distinctive in the way they speak, such as Haymitch, Effie &amp; Templeton.<br/><br/>The CDs don't have a verbal notification that the CD has ended, so you only notice it is done when there is a long pause that you realize isn't going on to the next chapter.  The track lengths are pretty good -- generally in the 4-5 minute range -- so if you get distracted and have to repeat a track, you don't have to go back too far.<br/><br/>I've also read the book and although I prefer visually reading to audiobooks, this is a very enjoyable way to ""read"" this book.  Because of the narrator's pace, teachers could use this narration in conjunction with the physical book to help a struggling reader follow along with the text.<br/><br/>I will look for more audiobooks narrated by Ms. McCormick; her narration is very easy on the ears.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2USPAQ4HWZGGT?ASIN=0439023521	A soothing listen	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Me and my lady were so hooked that we sat in the car for an hour and ran the battery all the way down so that we could finish it. It also made a great recycled-gift for my sister on Christmas after I'd finished it. Katniss, Prim, Pita, Haymitch and the gang are a character cast that keeps you wanting more. Plus the movies are coming out soon and the trailer looks amazing! Can't wait.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZT2H99D505LF?ASIN=0439023521	Yes, it's as good as they say!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Everyone keeps talking about how wonderful this book is, so I decided to give it a try.  It is a fantastic.... everyone is right!  lol  In fact, I couldn't put it down the first night,  and I ended up reading the first THIRD of the book in one night!  (It's a super easy read, and so engaging!)  I kept thinking how thankful I am to be born in the USA where we are FREE.... let us never take our freedom for granted, ladies and gentlemen!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R399BJHC5EZGWU?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was a total surpise !This was not my typical kind of reading-but an enjoyable find.Very entertaining.  I was totally engrossed. Could not stop listening- At times I could feel my own heart racing.Wonderful imagination and unforgetable characters.Some parts were sad and touching, while others made you ""feel"" the fear, frustration and human need to survive..I can see how it could be made into a movie-but it must be read first- Like most movies-it is impossible to capture-a must read or as I did listen to the audiio! A great reader...</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MHQ5TH6YGZHX?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastically enternatining	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this is a book I just did not want to put down.  It was amazing !!! the story is so original and good . the writing is also amazing and wonderful and very very good . I loved everything about this book ! it's different than what i've read before but it's definitely worth the time . i highly recommend buying this book . you wont regret it ! it is such a page turner and thats what i love about books like this is that you can't put it down because you always want to know what happens next . I can't wait to read the second book !!!! 5 stars and if i could give this book 10 stars i wouldI heard about the hunger games on the internet so i decided to get the kindle edition .</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R338OPN4UF0L2G?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING.....	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games trilogy is amazing!! I can honestly say that these are the best books I have ever read...<br/>I was hooked from the beginning to the end! Panem is startlingly familiar and scary and Suzanne Collins shows the true ugliness of corruption and human nature.. sorry but its true. And of course, there is the Gale/Peeta war... AND the movie is coming out soon!!! which makes reading the book a win win.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3C89K80DWPPF9?ASIN=0439023521	LOVVEEEE it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Thank you so much Stephanie Meyer, no wonder I am such a fan of hers after the twilight series, she gives great recommendations too! I started reading this right after I received it and read the whole book on a long haul flight and I enjoyed every bit of it! I got so engaged that sitting on a 12 hours flight did not bother me at all. I have been recommending it to all my friends, especially my fellow die heart twilight fans!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OARI1NUNP6HA?ASIN=0439023521	Engaging Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The novel is quick and to the point. You aren't lost in details or introduced to a pantheon of characters either. With that being said you feel like you got a quick glipse at a very interesting world, but just a glipse. Hunger games is a easy read which has a few literary aspects desired, but this doesn't disqualify it from being a fun page turner.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39V052KOZP8HB?ASIN=0439023521	Worth reading...but just barely	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's okay. The protagonist may be appealing to tween girls, but many of the rest of us will find her (and the other paper-thin characters) to be somewhat annoying. The plot is vaguely interesting.<br/><br/>All in all I expect the movie may be better than the book, since 2 hours will compress this fluff down into a possibly-entertaining visual experience.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2053IY8KYNL6G?ASIN=0439023521	I really liked it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had pressure from friends to read this book and have had it for a year.  But I wanted to read it before the movie came out, since there are so many spoilers out there already.  I finished it this weekend and was pleasantly surprised at how much I liked it.  I liked the characters, the plot and the writing style.  I can see a Team Peeta/Team Gale discussion coming but at this point I like them both the same.  I felt the the story balanced the line between being repulsed by the game and rooting for contestants.  I like the fact that there was real danger and sadness in the book.  Even though it was written for a younger audience, the themes were mature and real.<br/><br/>I look forward to reading the rest of the series.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LIS3YW58D5O1?ASIN=0439023521	Great audiobooks, totally absorbing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Perfect for making a long trip or commute sail by.  Highly recommended (as my nephew and his parents recommended it to me).  We listened to the first book on CDs, then downloaded the next two as Audible books.  The narrator is terrific.  As a grown-up and a guy, I'm not the target reader.  And there is more text devoted to ""stunning outfits"" and celebrity status and teen romance than I'd like.  But I still could not put it down until the last word in the last book.  And then I listened to the last hour of the last book again.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YBQLWWRA89UJ?ASIN=0439023521	my take on Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had ended up having to read this book for a school project. Id heard from one of my friends it was really good. I fell in love with this book. For people looking for an interesting book to read I would definatly recommend they pick up a copy or possibly download it on their kindle if the have one. I also believe Collins is a very talented author.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11J89GMF7GOL9?ASIN=0439023521	way better then expected!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Okay, so I loved the movies and didn't want to wait until the last movie in November 2015 to know what happens. People told me how great the books are so I downloaded it on my kindle. I finished the hunger games in 4 days! Had me on the edge of my seat! The book is able to give you more details to make you really feel like you know the characters.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R167JN1C37YLEI?ASIN=0439023521	Could not put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was hesitant to read these because so many popular books were not well written. After watching the second movie, I was curious. Books are usually better than the movies, and this did not disappoint. While it's for a younger audience, I fell in love with the characters, and felt the fear and pain. This was so well written I could not put it down!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJJI8P7MHNZLU?ASIN=0439023521	As good as they say it is	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm kind of late to the Hunger Games party, but I'm glad I decided to check it out. I saw the movie in theaters and enjoyed the story and thought it was well made. That said, there's a lot of detail and perspective that the movie couldn't possibly capture that you get from the book. Definitely worth the read, even if you've already seen the movie!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1O3TKSOJUENUF?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was a bit skeptical because I didn't think this book would be as great as everyone said but the author completely pulls you into the drama. She knows exactly how to end the chapters so it makes you want to keep reading. Most nights I had to force myself to put my Kindle down so I could actually go to sleep. It is a great book for anyone to read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31DVLDYMO86LP?ASIN=0439023521	I read it after the movie.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Let's be honest. This isn't some literary gem that historians will use to define the literature of our time. And if it is, we have reached a new low. However, if you look at it for what it is, a highly entertaining and well thought out piece of fiction, it is a success. The movie drove me to read it, and I was not even close to being disappointed.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18NXB7QRXQZU7?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is a treat. I love the action and the romance. I think it deserves an A plus. This book is about a girl  named Katniss who volunteers herself for her sister to go to The Hunger Games. The Hunger Games is a competition to fight to the death. At the end there is an unexpeted twist. This book will keep you guessing till the very end.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQRRDVWG808CT?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have read all three books in the series and loved the first two...couldn't put them down. (The movie is good but not nearly as good as the books.) I was, however disappointed in the third book of the series. First half was slow but it picked up at the end. Well written, great characters, lovely to have a heroine saving theh world for a change!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGD8R8BIMZBKB?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I rarely review anything and read maybe 2 books a week, however, I picked the kindle version up 2 days ago and put it down just once! Thank you Suzanne Collins for writing such a fun, suspense filled, brutal, creative, brilliant read! One of my favorite lines: ""No, I noticed just about every girl, but none of them made a lasting impression but you</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16304C0DC9GHU?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was never a big reader until a couple of years ago. I normally read a book from cover to cover in a week, maybe two. But I could not put this book down. I read it in 4 days on my Kindle Fire and was sad that I was done with the book, and cannot wait to read the next two!! This has become one of my favorite books, I loved the story. Great read!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25JLMPZY1MEJ0?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow. I was a little hesitant to begin reading this book but now I am so glad I did! Suzanne Collins captures the emotions of her characters unlike any author I have read before. The way you're kept hanging throughout the book makes this novel a real page turner... and sequel buyer. If you enjoy Sci-Fi, Romance, Action, Drama- this book is for you!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ALZ9ID2G3FAP?ASIN=0439023521	The best book I've read in a LONG time	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have been looking for something that equals Twilight in readability, style, voice, and addictability (is that a word?)and The Hunger Games was all that and more.  I have read a ton of young adult/ teen fiction and nothing out there, with the exception of Twilight, even holds a candle.  AMAZING READ.  I can't wait until the third books comes out.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39AQABM9E9JPP?ASIN=0439023521	So interesting!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best book of the trilogy. Creative concept of a post-apocalyptic world ruled by a ruthless dictator where people are forced to work in jobs defined by the section in which they live and are crushed under the boot of the oppressive regime if they try to rebel. The rulers live in splendor and keep the peons in line by using terror as entertainment.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7NMT3YT7WUX1?ASIN=0439023521	Entertaining Tale!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought this book at a bookstore and I enjoyed it. It was well-thought out and detailed without being too overbearing. I love the dynamics of Gale and Katniss in the beginning and throughout the story, I am rooting for the character to make it. I couldn't wait to find out what was happening or how it would end. I loved this from start to finish.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23AMWPDGOUUAC?ASIN=0439023521	Very good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I found this book to be very good, it moved and flowed fast and kept me interested and action packed.  I was disappointed in the ending because the entire book kept you a little at the edge of your seat and continued to climax leading you to expect a grand finale and it just ended.  Guess that was the point so you come back for the next book. LOL</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BD7WNBNWIP5Z?ASIN=0439023521	A must read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't know what me so long to finally get this book, but better late than never right? Now I can finish the rest of the series before the last movie comes out! Thoroughly enjoyed this novel, I would recommend it to anyone looking for action, power struggle, and great characterization and plot. Katniss Everdeen is such a boss, I wish I knew her!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10NRXRWPG7QEX?ASIN=0439023521	Powerful book. Well written, suspenseful, and provocative. can't wait to read the rest.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Powerful book about a future civilization broken up into several districts, Each controlled by a Capitol which uses these barbaric and deadly Hunger Games to keep the citizens under control. Every move is monitored through cameras, hovercraft and sensors implanted in each ""contestant"". Only the strongest and smartest survive. A good read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKKJK4K341EXS?ASIN=0439023521	Loved the Book... A GREAT READ!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this after seeing the movie and it was great!  It filled in a few things the movie left out and set me up perfectly for the rest of the trilogy.  At this point I've read all three books twice and have recommended them to all my friends.  I love Suzanne Collins style, her characters, their relationships and the political struggles of PanEm.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IXOI21VPFKI?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book in 3 days, not able to put it down.  What I really like about this book is that I was able to become immersed.  I have read several other books since reading Hunger Games and I am now reviewing with a little more experience.  This book is excellent:  well written, good character development, imaginative, believable and memorable.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9N0B62V59V6G?ASIN=0439023521	The movie was as spot on.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Unfortunately I never heard of this book until the movie was released. I fell in love with this movie and I just had to read the book once I saw it, and it was the best choice, I couldn't set it down. This book brought me to tears, I found myself silently laughing to myself. I definitely give this book an A+!!!!It's time to start the next one. :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SBP4QV2D2CQ2?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very different kind of story. At first I was not a fan of kids killing kids, but this book has grown on me and I really came to like it. The interactions are very vivid and real. You get caught up in the story and grow to care very much for them. It is heartbreaking in spots and joyful in others. It is very worth it to read. Enjoy. Happy reading!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21JJ87ZRQA5VA?ASIN=0439023521	My first Kindle book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">For a while I was wondering what should I get as my first Kinlde book. I got The Hunger Games!<br/>It is an amazing book! I couldn't stop reading.<br/>Worth the money and the time :)<br/>I don't plan to write a long review because I think everything has been said.<br/>If you are interested in this type of books get it, if you are not - don't.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RVQQFEPKUCWE?ASIN=0439023521	Disappointing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't know what all the hype is about. This story was disappointing.  I kept reading just to see if the plot might get better. Most of the ""games"" part was quite boring and only one situation at the end of the games might be seem gory to a young person. I think this book would appeal more to 7th - highschool students. Not for the mature reader.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23J3DT363AC6Q?ASIN=0439023521	Best Book Ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is probably the best book I have ever read. This book was great with amazing details. I love action books so this fit me perfectly. This book is very groosing but also one really good book and I cant wait to see how the movie is. This may not be a good book for really young kids because there are some parts in the book very sad and groosing.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JRV1UGDTOQL9?ASIN=0439023521	Good. Nothing Special.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I finished this book in two days. It is a moving book that really builds up the characters well, but doesn't challenge on a deeper level. It reads fast and has good action and vivid imagery. Good Vacation read or random read. It is also cool if one likes reading about post Apocalyptic and post America as we know it settings. All in all. Not bad.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JVJSK882A41O?ASIN=0439023521	A must read!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very engrossing storyline. You'll want to keep reading. Definitely get both available books because as soon as you finish the first you won't be able to wait on the second one to be shipped, buy them both! The third book comes out in August and I'm biting my nails waiting to know how it ends. Great book, I definitely suggest it and Catching Fire!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25X1CMM5Q0W47?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games - The Start of an Excellent Trilogy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is the start of an excellent trilogy.  Although the book has attracted much attention from the young adult readership, I believe everyone could enjoy it.  It is the story of young people, but the story line is not just one which young people would like.  I enjoyed it so much that I immediately wanted to read the other two books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OGKQ4IB0ZOU?ASIN=0439023521	Not as good as the hype	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is certainly gripping reading, but I found it not as good as the hype. I preferred Divergent and Insurgent to this story for suspense and real plot twists. This did not have that bit of reality that makes a dystopian novel that tiny bit believable. It happens ""somewhere"" in an apocalyptic future. Divergent is in Chicago. 'nuff said.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CIA9MWBY2MAN?ASIN=0439023521	Still Hungry after Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger Games was fun, pretty suspenseful, but better suited to younger readers, say 5th grade to 20 somethings without sophisticated tastes.  Since I didn't see the movie I don't quite understand how it devolved from the book, most of whicih comes from Katniss' thoughts.  Still a good read, but not enough to entice me to the rest of the trilogy.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BL5NMYHYU7I6?ASIN=0439023521	A Good Value	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">There are already plenty of plot reviews on Amazon, I just wanted to make a note that when you click on the product in paperback, it will automatically default to the 'movie version' cover (currently $8.59), but you can manually select the 'normal' paperback cover, which is only $5.00. As with all Prime shipments, it ends up being a great value.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TJES8F8O393Y?ASIN=0439023521	Starving for a page turner; satisfied at last!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What a delightful read.  I cannot remember the last time I stayed up into the wee hours, skipped work to sneak in a read, and was captivated by a books story.  I was hesitant because of the characterization of science fiction.  If that bothers you, please read this book.  I am so glad I jumped past that, and trusted all the positive reviews.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3M7QWOWMYMPMO?ASIN=0439023521	A Must Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games was absolutely awesome.  It's been a long time since I have read a book and had difficulty putting it down.  The suspence drove me crazy.  I wanted to find out about the games in the arena yet I was afraid. As soon as I finished The Hunger Games I had to buy it and the second one Catching Fire.  I cannot wait for the third book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZJKW505LO85H?ASIN=0439023521	EXCELLENT!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thoroughly enjoyed this book as an adult reader and I highly recommend it for ages 13 and up, up, up. Collins combines adventure, suspense, innocent but heart-crushing teen-romance all in one. Most importantly, her critical eye on violence balances the actual scenes of violence within the book. I can't wait for Book 2 to come out in September!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RX7X2A06E9MSE?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic Dystopian Series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My kids and grandkids turned me on to these books, and I'm so glad they did. Once you start, it's almost impossible to to put the books down. Even on this - my third time through. There's an element of science fiction in that it takes place in the distant future, but there's no feeling of a science fiction novel. Just a totally engrossing read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36DZI13T93Y6C?ASIN=0439023521	Great Beginning!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Initially, I figured this book would be more for the teen set, but as others raved about it I figured I'd give it a try.  It exceeded my expectations, as I rapidly read through it and couldn't put it down.  Much more depth for the characters then in the movie, with some twists that were unexpected.  Good for fantasy and sci-fi fans of all ages.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VE1ZJ9ABICAM?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I resisted reading this book because of all the hype surrounding it. The eternal pessimist that I am, I told myself that a teen novel can't be that good. Well, there a first time for everything. I was wrong. This is an amazing book! The writing, the imagery, the emotion that the two invoke caught me off guard. I literally could not put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NOIJLILJUEGK?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I actually saw the movie first.  I still enjoyed the book more because it filled in some of the gaps.  As I was reading, I was able to picture the viewers and the characters better since I had seen the movie.  Such interesting themes of entertainment over humanity, teens paying for past rebellious acts, and governance by fear in a future world.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LIOIUYRO7KP2?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I watched both movies and really liked them. I felt compelled to read the books to get the full story. This book is tense, action packed, emotional, heartfelt and raw. I recommend it for any person interested in stories that challenge you to think and question the status quo, as well as entertain. Can't wait to read the next book in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FTMH3K96DFBS?ASIN=0439023521	Wow	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I recently watched the Hunger Games film, and instantly wondered why I never read the books. This book took me into a whole new world, which for me is a sign of a great book. I am anxious to begin the next installment of the series. I would recommend this book to any person who enjoys science fiction and an easy read. This was hard to put down!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WVX0LUUY8L51?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't believe this first book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book and it's companion books were so good.  I know they're supposed to be for young people but even us old folks could get behind Kat.  I suspect they are also a good lesson in morality but more importantly they're just a blast to read. Thanks Suzanne Collins. I enjoyed each one more than the other and was sad when I closed the last book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SKRZCBNRB0GM?ASIN=0439023521	Entertaining and enjoyable	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great book to read, even if I am a little bit older than a teenager. Enthralling and hard to put down (read it in 2 days). Way more insight into what makes the characters tick than the movie (as usual).  Definately should have read the book before the movie, it would have made a couple of things a bit clearer. Most certainly a keeper.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3W496772NEO95?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Although a little slow to begin with this book certainkly became a gripping tale. After seeing the movie on an interstate flight when I was less than half way through the book, I was wondering whether it was worthwhile to continue reading the book.  I am glad I did and will now buy the sequels as the movie certainly did not do the book justice.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8LXK3G7HN8TO?ASIN=0439023521	Love this series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This series is very easy to read and I really enjoyed all three books. I ordered all three at the same time, and I'm glad I did. I was able to finish the series in a little more than a week and it would have made me crazy to wait.<br/><br/>If you are used to multiple plot lines or heavier reading, you will tear through this book in a weekend.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3C7W4PMHF8OAR?ASIN=0439023521	Absolutely Riveting!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Was skeptic at first because of all the hype created by the movie. However, The Hunger Games did not disappoint! This book beautifully displays both external and internal struggle in a repressive almost Orwellian type of world. Some parts of the main characters reactions to situations were a bit predictable at time, but all in all a great book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CQCH2OJCR8PB?ASIN=0439023521	A must read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This new world is easy to understand and you have almost a direct connection with Kattines (think I spelt her name right) and you are there for all the good and bad, there is no sugar coating anything, it all seems very real.  I loved it.  And I'm making my boyfriend read the series :)<br/>I recommend this to anyone how likes a good fiction novel.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1G78GC385D8HU?ASIN=0439023521	Minority View with minor spoilers	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Everyone else loves this book.  Perhaps because it means different things to different people.  What the point of the book is can be debated.  What can't be debated is what we need to go through to get to the point.  At one key moment in the book (and here is the spoiler) a twelve year old girl is captured in netting, tortured (until she calls the name of her friend), and then upon the appearance of her friend she is killed by having a spear driven through her stomach.  The person who kills her is a 14 year old boy.  Upon her friend seeing her killed she shoots an arrow through the neck of the boy.  The girl shooting the arrow is 16.<br/><br/>The book is well written, if not a bit predictable.  The question I had while reading the book is why was it written?  It lacks the subtlety of Lord of the Flies and ultimately delivers a much less powerful message or warning.  Basically, we have a story that uses the theme of kids being forced to kill kids to advance the plot.  Not my cup of tea.  And it may not be your cup of tea too if you are in the minority like me.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2X6OYK3W40KDV?ASIN=0439023521	Enjoyed it and have gone on to the second in the series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I decided to read Suzanne Collins' series because I kept hearing references to it and didn't ""get"" them.  I am considerably older than the intended audience but I enjoyed it and have already started reading Catching Fire.  The story in Hunger Games kept my interest, plus I cared about the main characters, which is what keeps me reading a book.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29NVW057DJ5HC?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games (Book 1)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins is a wonderful writer.  In her writings you become immersed in them, and they become realistic.  It is not hard to imagine what the characters would look like, or how the locations would appear.  Once you begin one of her books, it is hard to put it down.  When I finished The Hunger Games, I could not wait to read Chasing Fire.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIDR9GKHVJC1K?ASIN=0439023521	What the heck	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I HAVE THE UNIVERSE and everything else has been stolen from the doctor who is a new member of the guardians to make it happen again in space for the legend of the guardians of sen and two years ago when we are going out with you and me both of us who have been in space for the account and everyone else was going to make sure that you will die</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IM2IIG087P6E?ASIN=0439023521	This book it FANTASTIIIIC!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">it's way better than I ever thought I'd be! Suzanne Collins, an excellent author, excellent writer. This woman I simply love her!<br/>Ok, first of all this book is WAAAAY better than the movie, it makes you feel the excitement of this Sci-Fi book as if you're really in there, in the story. I highly recommend it! The best book I've ever read!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MBTLHWHY99IH?ASIN=0439023521	So much better than the first movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The movie wasn't nearly as exciting and suspenseful as the book.  Katniss' personal struggles are more emotional - you have to remember she is only 17 with the weight of the world and the injustice of the regime sit on her shoulders.  Good marks to Suzanne Collins for not presenting a typical heroine ending.  Hope you enjoy it as much as I did</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32XITB50C99U4?ASIN=0439023521	HUNGER GAMES kindle ed.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The first book of a series of three really gets you involved at the first page.  Set in the future, the events can represent what happens in our own time.  Media  attention whores, starving children, the chance to get ahead at someone else's expense, genetically mutated creatures used to control and destroy...I can't wait to read the next two.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3J18I40IQQCHH?ASIN=0439023521	Enjoyable, exciting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great book. If I'd written this review before I finished all 3 I'd have given it 5 stars, because I honestly couldn't put it down. I read it because I really liked the movie and, as always, the book was SO much better!<br/>That said, the third book disappointed me- but this review is for the first. And I still recommend the trilogy.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KX79IV90COD0?ASIN=0439023521	I loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was searching Amazon one morning in bed, and thought, yeah, why not, and downloaded it.  I thought this was a teen book, and it's aimed at them, but like Harry Potter, this is a book for all ages.  Characters are believeable, hard to achieve in a book of this genre, and it wasn't predicable. I fully intend reading the next two in the series.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBP3FHPIH9JO1?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">An interesting expansion of the reality games on current TV and of wars that mankind has engaged in for countless generations.  I read this upon the recommendation of my granddaughter and can fully unnderstand why young girls and boys would find this an interesting book.  I await the release of sequel movies...Catching Fire and The Mockingjay.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXW7BTJNGXDCG?ASIN=0439023521	"Can't remember the last time I ""chain read"" a series!"	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Finished this in a day...on to Catching Fire...cannot remember the last time I could NOT put a book down, much less started right in on the next one!  Compelling, flawed characters and a plot that stands on its own merits, but...allegorical commentary if you choose to go that direction. Amazing read!  LOVING the quick delivery via Kindle, too!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROOWFHS3FYX9I?ASIN=0439023521	addicting!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i bought a kindle and decided to load this brook from the lending library.I can't seem to put it down. I read it every night until I can't keep my eyes open any longer. I absolutely love it. When I read the first 3 pages, I wasn't that interested in it but after I got done with the first chapter, I was hooked. Read it and you won't regret it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GVF5MWE6P3FS?ASIN=0439023521	New and different	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I read this book, Suzanne Collins' literary inspirations were apparent. The book was new and different. There were many plot twists, lots of characters coming in, and much drama unfolding. This is a fun read and I'd recommend it to someone looking for something new to pick up or to fans of the films that would like a little more Katniss!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3EAV9N6ZEF1KR?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I can't believe I waited so long to read this book! I could not put it down. I loved it too much, the tragedy of the situation and the personality of all the characters and how they joined together to survive. this novel touches human survival instincts and oppression. Overall I would recommend this book to everyone, this was an exciting read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGPJ61PN07TJL?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved this book! I haven't read a book in probably almost 20 years, but I bought a kindle fire hd and figured what the heck and downloaded this book. So glad I did! Books usually bore me and lose my attention, however this book never once lost my attention nor did I get bored reading it. Loved it and cannot wait to begin reading the next one!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3E4RAHJEKM3N5?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read this on vacation, couldn't put it down. The characters really drew me in, they became someone I knew and had to find the conclusion to this story. (I saw the movie before reading the book, so knew the outcome!), but the book caused me to tune in to the characters even more. Have since read the 2nd and looking forward to starting the 3rd!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32SUYZW1F15H7?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this whole series of books! the world that Suzanne Collins creates is so vivid and detailed. plus in the middle of everything else that is going on in the book there is a love triangle added in. There is a little something for everyone in this one battles, thrills, drama, and of course romance!Totally a book you don't want to put down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27P0Y1KD92ZGL?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games was GENIUS!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was so captivating it left me at the edge of my seat the entire time. SUZANNE COLLINS IS A GENIUS! She not only delivered action and trill in this book but she  also brought  out  the sympathetic side and emotion not  to mention romance in the characters, which is enough to fill every teenagers standards when it comes to a good book</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32VIRDTUZEIBW?ASIN=0439023521	AWESOME!!!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book! Its so entertaining I cant even put it down! All my friends love it too! I recommend it to anyone who likes action, with a little bit of romance and tragedy. It's so action packed! It keeps you wanting more! I am very happy with my purchase! If you haven't read it yet than I think you should or you'll be missing out!!!!!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15XUN322RNTGY?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent Book Even for Baby Boomers!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have read The Hunger Games and then kept on and read the other 2 books in this series.  It is a captivating, well written novel that takes place in a certain version/vision of the US in the future.  Marvelously thought out characters and a fascinating story which I won't divulge.  As the title implies, even a 63 year old can love this book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Y1ZAFN8DEJFS?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As soon as I read the plot for The Hunger Games, I was entranced. I wanted to read this book ASAP. I was not disappointed.<br/><br/>What would you do if you were to take place in a battle to the death, and the odds were not in your favour?<br/><br/>Full of suspense, intrigue and emotion, I was on the edge of my seat from beginning to end.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJB681SYA8P67?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games Craze	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Oh my God. After I read this I fell in love. I was the first in my class to finish the trilogy. I love how she really provides the futuristic feel and teen attitude. I highly recommend this for anyone who can handle somewhat gruesome scenes. I am currently working on a Hunger Games book edition from Peeta's perspective. Looking forward to it!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NE6M91JPWFDL?ASIN=0439023521	the seller was comepletely truthful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">the product is a thrilling novel and i really enjoyed the suspence of the novel and am ambivalent  towards how to describe the wonderful book i just could not put it down after i started reading it the seller did not lie when they said the book was in great condition. the seller was truthful and i would purchase another book from this person.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3142YDIWF7N9F?ASIN=0439023521	Surprisingly good!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm 35 and not a big fan of this type of stuff in general. I bought it to see what my daughter was wanting to watch, and haha...once I started reading it I couldn't put it down. It's amazingly well plotted, has interesting points and messages, and is not what I expected. I just bought the second and third ones for myself. :) that says it all.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KXDGLCKKJNMU?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved, loved, loved this book! It took me so long to buy into the ''hype'', but I'm so glad I caved in! Great story-telling. I can't imagine living in that kind of time and place. I felt clauster-phobic reading how they were basiclly held hostage.<br/>I would highly recommend this book. Although, I'm probably the last person to have read it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11MZAEW7E70I5?ASIN=0439023521	Simply amazing.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best book I have ever read! I couldn't put it down once I started reading it. It's also one of those books that can be read over and over again, and it never gets old. I have read this book, as well as the other two in the trilogy, multiple times, and I still cry every time. I strongly suggest that you read this series, it's truly so amazing.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2T13CSLV5TJ5D?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put this book down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm not much of a reader, but Suzanne Collins is brilliant! I read the entire book, almost 400 pages, in two days and that was with having to work and do school work. I couldn't put this book down. If your looking for one great book this year, this is it. Only thing is, your going to be so hooked your going to have to read book two and three.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BIF6YTYY25SP?ASIN=0439023521	Duuuuuude	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best book I've read in a long time and I've had my share of books. Haven't had one calling my name every time I have to walk away from it (bathroom, eating, sleeping). I dreamt of killing people and starving for a week and a half until I completed the series. So its also a great way to lose weight! Can't wait for the movie. Great, great read.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36430U7QUCTQ3?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was a bit surprised that this book was written for teens.  The book was excellent and certainly left the reader wanting the next installment.  Well written from a young person's point of view.  This author is imaginative and not overly predictable.  Good use of unintended consequences. I enjoyed the book very much and couldn't put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KLV91AV503NP?ASIN=0439023521	Highly recommended read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Obviously, I have seen the first 2 movies before I read the books.  The movie really does the books justice, so my hope is that Mockingjay does the same.  The controversy when the movie first came out was from people who did not read the book first and just made judgments.  It is so much more than kids killing kids.  Highly recommended read!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CK7IJY3BY9PI?ASIN=0439023521	AWESOME BOOK!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I think this book is great. It's kind of like the movie. My eleven year-old son wanted to see the movie, but he couldn't so I bought him the book and he started reading it like crazy! All over the house he would be reading. Anyway, I think it's a great book for kids that like reading. And almost 400 pages long. It's a long book but worth it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ELNS0DQWHFPN?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this story! The plot was intense, romantic, and violent. The writing was well done, if a bit sappy, and through the violence, there was a great message. The protagonist was brave, and amazing. The story was filled with plot twists, battle scenes, and exciting dramatic moments. Over all, it was amazing and I can't wait for the sequel!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15A2JKJJC6TPY?ASIN=0439023521	Better Young Adult than most, beats all that vampire stuff	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is really good young adult literature.  Yes, it's got lots of flaws in the plausibility department, but that isn't the point.  It's a fine story, an exciting read, and it starts those young minds thinking some deeper thoughts than they'll get from Diary of a Wimpy Kid.  Suitable for age nine plus, in my opinion, but your child may vary.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16H00FXGRZ68S?ASIN=0439023521	watched the movie first..	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i heard these books were great after finding out they were making a movie first. so that the movie didnt ruin the book for me i read the book after seeing the movie i breezed through this book it was so good. once i picked it up it was a struggle to put it down. from what i remember of the movie they did a fairly good job depicting the book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MIAB5N6LM4T6?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I chose five stars for this book because the book was so good u don't want to put it down. You read one thing then Collins surprises u with something else to get excited about. I liked the suspense and romance with Katniss and Peeta. I would recommend this book to everyone who is mature enough to know this doesn't really happen in real life.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RISX9TCBI8U3S?ASIN=0439023521	Page Turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely fell in love with this book.  It consumed all of my free time until it was finished, and then I immediately purchased the second book and then after, the third.  I believe it is a must read for all ages.  And since the book is written is first person, you really get to feel the main character's pain, her struggles, and triumphs.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34LIWB9ARJF2L?ASIN=0439023521	A page turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book!  I loved the characters, the story, the way the plot kept me turning the page to see was going to happen next.<br/>I can't think of a thing I didn't like about it.  The ending definitely leaves you hanging, wishing you had the 2nd book on hand to start reading immediately.  I will be downloading it tomorrow at the latest!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38U7EQD4BD4Q6?ASIN=0439023521	Read the book before watching the film	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">From the first chapter this books grips you and does not let go. Just yesterday I watched the film, which is quite good but of course there is no room for the first person narrative and extensive thoughts of the heroine. Unlike the second and third book, here you have a new world unfolding before you so there is a lot to take in and imagine.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HDHKBYSHMNVN?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I originally read this book to review it before letting my nine year old daughter read it. Well I fell on love with it and had to order the other two books in the series. After devouring those in less than two days I am left wanting more! Great writing, I couldn't put any of these books down! I really hope Suzanne Collins writes more soon :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3A9PVJOUXZJ7?ASIN=0439023521	super quick shipping	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My daughter was asking for this book in a big retail store at full retail price.I told her I would get it for her some other time and went home,got on Amazon,ordered it and paid half of what the store wanted.With Prime I paid no shipping and had it in 2 days.<br/>I know nothing about the book itself but I believe my daughter is enjoying it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R253DSEATIJT8?ASIN=0439023521	The best book I have read in 10 years.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I chose to avoid any details of what the book was about before I started reading it - everything a secret. Highly recommend approaching it that way. All I knew was that my best friend liked it enough so send me a copy. As soon as I finished this one, I was starving to read more. Luckily there are 2 more books in the series. Such a good book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30IJ9552I3272?ASIN=0439023521	Best book I've read since Harry Potter	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I checked this book out through the Amazon Prime Lending Library. I ""checked"" it out at 9:30 Tuesday night. I was up until 2 AM Wednesday morning finishing it. It is well written and the characters cut to your soul. I am exhausted tonight but it was so worth it. I can't wait to read the next books but I am going to let myself sleep tonight.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2G5D2KML4GHIU?ASIN=0439023521	Hard to put down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Started reading the book after seeing it recommended on Facebook.  Couldn't stop reading it 'til I finished all three books.  The characters are well-developed and the plot is the perfect combination of what we know now and what we can envision in the future.  As soon as I started reading, I knew this would be the perfect series for a movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19DZXV9PHI506?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful and thought provoking read..	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great book. I could not put it down. It is nice to use your imagination while reading for once. As a parent, I highly reccomend this book for young adults. This will make young readers think about how lucky they are to live in the US compared to what alot of other young children their age go through in different parts of the world.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3N8YVWWCW2TT6?ASIN=0439023521	Great! Grand! Stupendous!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is amazing! It jumped to one of my favorite books immediately, following only The Host by Stephenie Meyer.From the moment I started I couldn't put it down. It is suspenseful, action-packed, adventurous, and romantic all at the same time. It is a must read and a must have. 100% recommended!What an amazing writer and an amazing book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VHEH4PK0OH7M?ASIN=0439023521	brilliant, gripping and disturbing futuristic tale	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As usual, the book is richer and more detailed than the film.  Suzanne Collins creates a society with a huge divide of power and resources between the 'haves' living in the city and the 'have-nots' living in the poorer rural districts with a sadistic annual ritual where the poor have to compete  in a life or death game to entertain the rich</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWCGKUDQWY9CV?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I now understand the hoopla that surrounded this story. I'm so glad the next books are available because I need to know what happens next. This story is a fantastic balance of suspenseful  action and developing love story with an underlying tone of political attributes. It's a story that makes you think ""what if"" in a handful of directions.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PMEPWDIFS5LC?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This might be a book aimed at teens, but grown ups who have some knowledge of popular culture and world history will get a lot out of reading this book as well, probably even much more than the kids, who have never heard of gladiators, never watched reality TV, and don't know about much about the history of Nazi Germany or the Soviet Union.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QVA8RYAUUYL0?ASIN=0439023521	So much better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw The Hunger Games in the theater and thought it was okay. Which lead me to read the book. The book is far better than the movie. There is just too much that the movie leaves out or changes.<br/><br/>I normally don't read fiction but I was pleasantly surprised by this one. I finished Catching Fire and I'm reading Mockingjay right now.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJ0316F4KD8DO?ASIN=0439023521	BEST BOOK IN HISTORY!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm sure you all know the hype that has been created by this book, and that you are sick of people telling you to read it - they are right! All that i will say is that this is my absolute favourite book i have ever read and it made me stay awake at night thinking about it - Please read, this is the best book you will ever experience...ever.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OP3H66JSJLUL?ASIN=0439023521	READ THIS BOOK	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is the bomb! I loved this book because its action packed and ALL I have to say is dont let kids read this book!<br/>anyway its full of action and adventure.<br/>Breaf summary: A teen named Katniss everdeen is chosen to go in an arena were she will test her hunting and fighting skills on 23 other teens to fight for there freedom.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPALRVJ2VRIN4?ASIN=0439023521	Wow.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well after watching the film- which was very confusing at first I decided to read the book. 1 week later and I'm now almost finished book three. If you loved books like Harry Potter, you will like this. Although- it's a little violent at times it has brought me to tears other times. Can't wait to finish the final book, absolutely brilliant.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SH9L86VKN31H?ASIN=0439023521	Addicting!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The movie got me interested in the books.  The book is expectedly a little more detailed than the movie, but the movie is unexpectedly SO CLOSE to the book!  I can't wait for the other movies to come out.  My favorite book is the second one because it kept me wanting more so badly, but you will want to read all 3 of these little lovelies :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HJ4RTIECSFF9?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Thumbs up for Suzanne Collins! The Hunger Games made me hungry for more of the brutally sweet plot. There is something heartwarming about the story, beneath all the fight scenes, violence, deception and politics. The romance is a bit toned down but it is not a cheesy love story after all. This modern war story definitely made my blood boil.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2W86SEXO1NDJK?ASIN=0439023521	Fun read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book initially to just get everyone off my back about reading it. I wanted to see what the fuss was all about. I thought it was a little slow to get into, I had to really make myself read it. Once they actually got into the arena it was a quick read. I really likes it, and I'm sure I'll be reading the next 2 books in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RV9G2NNKFWJA6?ASIN=0439023521	BIggest Fan	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">hai :3<br/>im the biggest fan in the while entire world!<br/>i know every sinlge thing about the hunger games!<br/>lol<br/>anyways i absolutly love the hunger games, i have nothing to critique at all!<br/>Suzanne Collins is a genius! lol<br/>anyways, this reveiw wont be very helpful, but i hightly reccomend this book for age groups 13-whatever<br/>heh....<br/>bye!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SMYQG0VHEEQI?ASIN=0439023521	My New Favorite Book and Series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I LOVE this book. It is written SO well and was such a good story line that I couldn't put it down. I have been recommending it to all my family and friends to read and I am going to buy a copy just so I can lend it to people to get into. The 2nd book was just as amazing too- I can't WAIT for the third and hope it becomes a movie some day.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9A2LLZJKZT4I?ASIN=0439023521	As Reviewed on [...]	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book captured my imagination and I thoroughly enjoyed every page. Considering the theme is the tension between death and survival--I never really found it over-the-top gory. I would compare it to a PG13 movie that has some violent scenes. All in all I would recommend this book for mature young adult readers over the age of 13 or 14.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6TJR96R94VG9?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome Book! Audible is GREAT!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was my first book using Amazon's Audible service (or Kindle for that matter). I'm most definitely and completely sold on Amazon Unlimited! $9.99 for as many books as I can read or listen to in one month? With my schedule and spending so much time on buses or walking to and from work, home, etc. this is a perfect way to occupy my mind.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Y5HGXATV07MY?ASIN=0439023521	Fast paced, a good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you liked Divergent, you will like this one.  I gave it 4 stars because I stayed on the edge of my seat and read it in 2 days, but I didn't think the author was successful at getting the message across at the end, and that's all I'll say without spoiling it.  Not recommended for the squeamish.  Looking forward to the next in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JOI6P1WB5H69?ASIN=0439023521	As advertised	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this book and I had worried I wouldn't because of all the hype, but it was very entertaining. As advertised, hard to put down, interesting, horrifying, and moving. It was much more interesting to be in Katniss's mind than in a character like Bella Sean's mind. I believe her struggle more. I am excited to read the next one.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RTG3Y4XB4G9P?ASIN=0439023521	great Read for those that like suspense	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book starts out with a good introduction to the main characters and paints a good picture of how they are living. Does not take before it is hard to put down. It gives the reader a view of what it is like to be at the bottom of society. shows that people still have the drive to endure and make the best of whatever life has handed them.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2E6JOLGQTKFFX?ASIN=0439023521	Intriguing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">From what I knew about the book I never really understood why so many people were obsessed. But I finally decided to see what all the talk was about. It quickly drew me in and even though I figured who would win I couldn't wait to read about it.  I do still find the whole premise highly disturbing!  Good book and looking forward to sequel.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6D46E2JCT882?ASIN=0439023521	Best of the Trilogy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the best book of the trilogy. It's complete in itself. I found it well-written and properly edited, which makes reading a pleasure. It's a fascinating story with a number of influences, both contemporary and historic. It's a remarkable work for any writer to study. It's a text on character development and world/context structuring.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QYH0MGT7ICU5?ASIN=0439023521	Exciting Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is so full of emotion.  While so disgusted by the Hunger Games and the Capitol, I can't stop wanting to learn more of this story.  The love story unfolds slowly, an second plot behind the need and will to survive.  While the contestants are so desperate, I am hopeful for their survival.  Griping  and an all consuming page turner.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VOQST8NYXEQR?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely loved this book. In fact, I can't wait to get started on the second book.<br/>This book kept me on the edge of my seat. I just couldn't put it down.<br/>However, I did find the book seemed to make me very hungry at times.<br/>I would recommend this book to any one who enjoys a good action book with a touch of blind romance.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PLEQ3END623I?ASIN=0439023521	One of the best I have read in a while	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read a lot,and I often enjoy Y. Adult books.This was being talked about a lot so I read it on my Kindle.I was honestly shocked at how much I liked this dystopian style story.Katniss is a strong female lead who does not rely on a boy to live,in fact the boy relies on her!She is tough because she had to be.This is defiantely worth reading!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35KUUA3R0FAD2?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I purchased the book because of all the conversation around the movie. I had no idea what I was in store for. But after the first chapter, I was hooked. I felt genuinely connected to the characters, and the pages literally turned themselves as I was anxious to see what was going to happen next.<br/><br/>Great book! I highly recommend it.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1P3T60CC7M531?ASIN=0439023521	Even better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love teen fantasy fiction but only get to read it a few time a year.  This book was awesome.  I won't summarize as there are many reviews to do that.  But the action, attention to detail, and fantastical characters allowed me to lose myself.  Will read the next book in this series.  I saw the movie and it was great, but the book tops it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25CY0E1A1AGOG?ASIN=0439023521	Satisfied my Hunger	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't want to see the movie before reading the book.  I finished the book in 2 days, bought the second book, and then had to read the third to finish the story.  Now I've seen the movie.  So glad to have followed that order.  The books made the movie mean so much more, and the movie put a fine focus on the book.  Don't miss any of them.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJOSGIZG771TJ?ASIN=0439023521	Great book. It is a must read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book had a slow start to me but once it hit chapter 5 I was glued. I work at a hospital and I overheard Doctors and Nurses (I was one of them) talking about how good the book was. I'm half way done book 2 and I'm in love with the trilogy. I already ordered book 3. I might get a Kindle because lugging around and iPad is cumbersome......</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RX7KXG5QU9PPZ?ASIN=0439023521	Sociological Observations	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Even though I buy lots of books, it is rare that I will read through one in a sitting. I read through the Hunger Games in one sitting. The idea that some have to sacrifice all is an apt theme that resonates in reality. There is also a correlation with society that a lot of people find the carnage amusing! The Hunger Games is a worthy read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TV375WDCI0R2?ASIN=0439023521	Bestselling worthy!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book. Really. I can't believe it when I ended it! I'm probably going to get the next 2 books in a while, so I can read on! I love the fact that the story was more than just a normal, narrated tale. When an author describes it as if the person is actually telling the tale, that's a major plus for the series/book. I love it! 🌚</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LGXTIOXES962?ASIN=0439023521	Watched the movie prior to reading the book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I hadn't considered reading the books till after I had watched the motion picture. The book is so much more vivid and extremely insightful when it comes to the mind and heart of Katniss. I thoroughly enjoyed reading about her internal struggles with her emotions and the responsibility she has to the people and more importantly her family.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2R0GMCT22T8DR?ASIN=0439023521	Not very original but entertaining	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I chose this rating because it is more of a young adult type of novel.  I'm pretty old and jaded :))  I saw elements of ""The Lottery"" and many other post-apocalyptic story lines.  I do like that it does kind of have a message of social injustice and how societies should be structured.  I don't have much more to say about the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DDCZYXJ17CNU?ASIN=0439023521	Really Awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was an awesome book. I am desperate to get my hands on the next two! Surprisingly enough, though I watched the movie exactly eight hours before reading the book, I was still captivated. The whole thing is a curious and dreadful notion, and it leaves you wanting more! Thank you Susanne Collins! Sorry if I didn't spell your name right!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3ANBRRWBOQ4V4?ASIN=0439023521	An 8 out of 10	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I chose to read Hunger Games because I had only read positive reviews about it.  This was a good time to read a book on my Kindle because I broke my arm and didn't have two hands to hold a book!  It was a good book, but a bit violent for me. It wasn't a book I couldn't put down, but I did know that I looked forward to seeing how it ended.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RD3KHM81CF71A?ASIN=0439023521	What a fun read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was sort of a guilty pleasure because I used to think I hated any non-realistic genre, but my English-teacher daughter said it was good, well-written and had some good lessons as well, so I read it and loved it. I recommend it to young adults and elderly ones as well.It's scary, daring, uplifting and infuriating. Yummy entertainment.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RU8AU72UZKSJR?ASIN=0439023521	The whole series is awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book will suck you in and take you for a wild ride. As soon as I finished this one, I started number two. And the moment I finished Catching Fire I started Mockingjay. This is a wonderful story with in depth characters. You feel like your best friend is telling you their life story. I hope you enjoy The Hunger Games as much as I did.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16IC154STRDQ4?ASIN=0439023521	awsome book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed this book, I'm still reading the second one, and its taking no time to finish. It really sucks you in. It's just like the movie, but it goes more in depth and gives you a better picture of this world. There are a few places where it kind of jumps around and randomly skips ahead which kind of bother me, but its still a good read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25KSDN0HC8ZNP?ASIN=0439023521	Audio Book brings the narrative to life	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is not a genre I usually read, however I am impressed with the storyline and characters.  The plot is innovative, and the book is well-constructed and well-written.  Amazing to me is how such a gruesome concept could be written to a PG-13 audience.  Intriguing.  The audio version is excellent, and really brings the narrative to life.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JZ7J8DDRLR8N?ASIN=0439023521	Not a fan	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After the huge Hunger Games hype, I expected this to blow my mind. It didn't. I forced myslef to finish this book, hoping the end would be a complete twist-turn that would have made me believe it was worth it, it unfortunately wasn't.<br/><br/>If you're not 16, or don't enjoy teenage novels or sparkly vampires, I'd say skip this series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WCQONDTN0TXZ?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie before I got interested in the series so I was familiar with with the first book's content. I am looking forward to reading the second and third book's in the series. The plot and characters are well presented and the book held my interest. I finished the last half of the book in an evening because I could not put it down.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RG0GU5JPWI2L3?ASIN=0439023521	ABSOLUTELY LOVED IT!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had heard all about The Hunger Games and finally watched the movie. It was good but I wanted to read the books! I read this book in less than a day! It was very well written and ontinually kept my intrist! I LITERALLY COULDN'T PUT IT DOWN!!!! It is by far the best series of books I have ever read! I recomend this book to teen readers!!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRI4UACOCO15A?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked it when it first started, but as soon as the games begun i was HOOKED. In a matter of days i finished it, So electrifying, and also emotonal. I was so sad when Rue died :(. I thought the ending was a little bit anti-climatic, i was expecting a full on fight with the last career tribute, other then that this was an incredible book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6FGIO7LFV3LG?ASIN=0439023521	THE HUNGER GAME	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">THIS IS AN AWESOME SERIES. COULDN'T PUT IT DOWN. I'M ON THE SECOND BOOK. MY DAUGHTER AND GRANDSON HAS ALREADY READ ALL THREE BOOKS. IT JUST KEEPS YOUR SUSPENSE UP THE WHOLE TIME AND KEEPS YOU THINKING AND GUESSING WHAT IS GOING TO HAPPEN OR MIGHT HAPPEN. ITS A SERIES AS GOOD AS HARRY POTTER AND TWILIGHTS. YOU WON'T BE DISAPPOINTED AT ALL.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28QMCS75GEW1C?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Even though the book was written for teenagers, as an adult I still found it a good book to read and I thoroughly enjoyed it. Very well written with an interesting new concept that draws you into the story and lets you form a bond with the characters. Keeps you guessing as to what is going to happen right until the end. Well worth a read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBTC6163UESFC?ASIN=0439023521	Best Book I've Ever Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My friends all were begging me to read this book. When I finally did I discovered why they all wanted me to read it, IT'S AMAZING! It has just enough action, drama and complexity. Katniss and Peeta are the absolute best... but I think I shouldn't say much more about them... read it for yourself, you'll be glad you did. And it's cheap too!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38TYIHYNJDVHU?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing Trilogy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Game trilogy is by far the best books i have ever read. It is deep and thought provoking as well as a fast page turner that does not bog you down with too many details. I developed a connection with the character, that left me almost sad in a way once the last book was done. If you have not read these books you are missing out!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OHSLN3M0DTOB?ASIN=0439023521	Collins is a superb writer.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Having already seen the movie first, I thought it was time to read the series.  Easy read, but still kept my attention.  Collins is superb writer as her words just flowed seemingly without effort over the page.  Highly recommended.  Started the second book already and plan on completing before the last movie (MockingJay, PT 2) comes out.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XWV5E5BK17MP?ASIN=0439023521	Wow. Just wow.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing, incredible thrill ride of an adventure through a horribly intense nail-biting story about pain,  loss, devastation, despicable evil &amp; injustice, love, and ultimately triumph over numerous obstacles &amp; devastation. Incredible twists and turns. A wonderful (horrible) story through and through. You'll be hard pressed to put it down!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPHBDI88EDYYU?ASIN=0439023521	Well	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I think Collins made this book more realistic by adding conversations. I've tried to write books ,and it didn't work very well. My stories always seem flimsy. I also like the fact that Collins provided memories. Making the story seem real ,and more lifelike. I have nothing but praise for the first book of the of the hanger games trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9GEZ4OGBHSEW?ASIN=0439023521	Fairy Tale	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read the entire book , it was a bit like , I presume like watching an accident you had to see it all. At times through the book I felt it was like reading a fairy tale .<br/>I am not a often reader of fantasy and I will not be reading any more of the series so that probably says enough<br/>But wanted to read what the hype was about .</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OZVLSOG4HVLV?ASIN=0439023521	Enjoyed it, to my surprise.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really don't care how similar HG is or isn't to Battle Royale.  I found Katniss, her fears, anxieties, and suspicions very believeable.  I thought the world of the novel was fascinating.  Several lines haunted me, and one scene just broke my heart.  There was horror there, too.  I am well-investwd enough in this world to read book two.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TYTDHTI3LP8W?ASIN=0439023521	Great!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I almost feel like I'm watching a Twilight Movie. I mean, like the whole star crossed lover thing. There is a lot of ""kissing"" :P. The character development is amazing; how they jumped into the games with all the characters. The way Suzanne Collins made Katniss' personality is really interesting. So overall, this is a great book!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OJXRHZX674S2?ASIN=0439023521	"Quick read with an obvious ""to be continued"" ending"	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The plot and characters held my attention.  I liked the fact the story moved quickly and had sympathetic characters.  The end was quick and the typical lead in to getting the next installment.  But a bonus was the characters were easy to relate to and the concept of deliberate food shortages in a post apocalyptic society easy to believe.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QI1RN4OX3P56?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic Read!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I chose this rating because it was worth every star!! It's been a while since I have read a book this well written &amp; easy to read. The content was captivating &amp; I could hardly put it down. I am excited to read the next book in the Trilogy &amp; continue following Katniss, Peeta &amp; Gale. I recommend this book to anyone looking for a good read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ATPARMJCRKTP?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had no idea what this book was about, and had no interest in the movie when it came out. But my daughter put the book on our Kindle, so I started reading it. I couldn't put it down! I loved it so much, I finished it in one day, and now I'm going to watch the movie. Then I plan to start reading the next book. Needless to say, I'm a fan!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DN8BA27DOXK0?ASIN=0439023521	just a nother book i want to read!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">all my freinds are reading this book but i can`t read the book because my mom said it was innaproprate but my best freind jassmin said her class was reading the book!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!<br/>well i heard it is a great book so just take my advice and just read the book and you might just like it but i really dont know if it is good or not.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12YYC6PEMJ4NB?ASIN=0439023521	Good once it gets started.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book is really great once it gets started.  It is no doubt a teen book, but it is very fun and adventurous.  Lots of suspense and great characters.  The beginning is a big long, but they give great character development.  After the action starts it does not stop.  The end is disappointing to me, but I can't wait for the second book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CDGKHHMPQKF3?ASIN=0439023521	Twilight hangover cure	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was recommended this book from someone who had also just finished the Twilight saga and had to fill the void in their life haha. At first I was reluctant to read The Hunger Games but I bought it anyway and seriously could not put it down! It's absolutely fantastic. No vampires or anything but it's a great read! Definitely more mature.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JR93VH90EEUE?ASIN=0439023521	Absolutely Unforgettable	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of the most fast-paced, keep you on your toes books that I have ever had the pleasure to read. After the first few pages, I was thrown into a story about a girl stuck in a world that makes her litterally fight to the death for her survival. Absolutely Unforgettable, a story about the Girl on Fire. A must-read for anyone with a brain.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OLO0HOHPHPOZ?ASIN=0439023521	This is one of the most wonderful series ever written - for young adults and adults alike!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I usually don't bother reviewing books that do unbelievably well based on merit, but having just completed the 3rd installation, felt if necessary to add my comment.<br/><br/>Well written and educational with enormous psychological overtones, I recommend this to everyone who has contemplated buying it, but failed to do so.  EXCELLENT!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MU9BHZN1EVH2?ASIN=0439023521	wonderful can't wait to see the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a book that shows how easy it is for humanity to truly to go wrong when someone thinks they have more than others and it truly does go to their heads and how it makes society look down on those that have less but also shows how someone with nothing actually has more than one who has everything a good lesson to be learned by all.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Y4HFRPNYC38W?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book more than any words can describe. Honestly I have to say that I was afraid of read of reading it, since my friends have told me what the hunger games actually was. I didn't think I would like it but it wad by far one of the best books that I have read. It took me less than a day to finish. I couldn't put the book down!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHUPQ2U0NZC75?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing,exciting... but mostly amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is amazing! I could not stop reading it every time my mom told me to stop reading I would hide it under the table so I wouldn't stop. In my opinion The Hunger Games is filled with action, drama, and romance.<br/>  When I watched the movie I thought it was okay but the book was better.<br/> Suzanne Collins is a genius.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3H182GF9CAARE?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games Incredible Ride	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best read of the year! I need the next book NOW--not tomorrow. This is Lord of The Flies as we all hoped it would play out. Humanity thrives when authors show ordinary people making extraordinary choices because that is the right thing to do. An inspiration for all that is hopeful in this world and a must read for any thinking person! .</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33XG117NEJZDA?ASIN=0439023521	Pretty awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I chose 4 stars because all in all the book was great! But there was a lot of someone and me when it should be someone and I. I would recommend this book to my brother because it's gruesome and he likes that kind of stuff. As soon as my months over for my kindle I'm getting Catching Fire. Hunger games book 2. May the Hunger Games begin!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10J3FSGKKQDMD?ASIN=0439023521	Best book I've ever read,	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I would have to take hour or more beaks from the book because I knew if I started I would be hooked on it for hours at a time,<br/>This book opened my eyes about books. For years I would neglect them thinking they're all the same. boring.<br/>Boy I was SO wrong.<br/>Thank you Suzanne Collins for opening my eyes on the world of books.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R276XX04GCMC0N?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">one word for this book- ""wow!' I have never wrote a review, but i believe this series is worthy of one, although it is a young adult series I thought it was great, and def recommend this book to anyone and everyone who will listen! Read this and ENJOY! it's so diffrent and has your attention from the beginning which i think is important</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R306SSS0YKNG3S?ASIN=0439023521	Surprisingly awesome.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well i loved about 95 percent of this book but so far hated the ending it turned into to much drama for me, the whole book was about action and how she couldnt live without him then ""ah it was a fun joke in the face of death"" overall i loved the book and would give it 4 and a half stars if i could but its just not worthy of five stars.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R307M3GZ42BISE?ASIN=0439023521	most addicting story ever written	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">like the title clearly states... this book is so easy t become obsessed with. the characters are outstanding and the plot is suspenceful. everyone that i have known that has read this book also agrees with me. without a doubt this is one of my favorite books from 2009...not to mentiont probably in my top five favorite books of all time.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXLHNENM26QHD?ASIN=0439023521	I waited too long	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I waited too long to read this book. It is amazing. I have seen the movie. The book is far better and captivated me more than the movie. I wouldn't sit still through the movie - I was bored. I couldn't put the book down - reading late into the night and during the day when I should be do other things. I look forward to the second book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RDIEP9HTWCI1?ASIN=0439023521	Kaboom!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was the bomb. It made me like reading even more than the already do. The characters are intense. Gale is my favorite even though he's not in it much. The story is awesome. Snow isn't that intimidating, but I don't think he needs to be. The Capital is the true villian. It has a lot of action, great suspense and a great ending.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1B4TPYWCL50EU?ASIN=0439023521	Much better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had seen the movie and would have given it three stars.  After that, I was not the least bit enticed to explore the book until my 83 year old mother, who hadn't seen the movie, began expounding on the fantasy book series she was enjoying.  I am glad I listened to Mom. If you're young at heart and enjoy fantasy, I recommend this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23UAYNF91ELNP?ASIN=0439023521	Better then the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">There is no way a movie can give you the history or the thoughts and feeling of the characters’.  It also cannot give you all the history for how the environment came about.  I find this makes reading a book better then the movies.  The movie gives you the special effects but that is so little of this book that I enjoyed the book more.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QE9YYQSYGX8B?ASIN=0439023521	Surprisingly good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was hooked immediately and knew I would be reading all three of the Hunger Game books.  I read it on the recommendation of my teen-aged grandson and honestly did not think it would be a book I would enjoy - I was very surprised that I liked it so much and that it would raise so many thoughts and questions about my values and beliefs.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26BHKLX5KLIKG?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was an exciting read, but I did have to wonder, am I not supposed to like Katniss? Apparently she's no fun to watch on TV, but I didn't think she was as bad as Haymitch made her out to be. I felt at times that the author was working really hard to convince me that Katniss wasn't good on camera, when she didn't seem that bad to me.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Y523U7I9R5DG?ASIN=0439023521	"Another round of applause for ""The Hunger Games"""	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't think I can add any information that hasn't already been said about Suzanne Collin's amazing book, but I just wanted to share that it's one of the best books I read in 2010. The plot and pacing are breathtaking, and the characters are well drawn and easy to care about. Perfect for teens, as well as adults (like me) who love YA.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R366KJ0YAQ2T52?ASIN=0439023521	Book vs. Movie (Book Wins)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I dont want to spoil the book for others who may not have read it. but the book depicted the store way better than the movie. After reading the book and re-watching the movie. There was some important pieces I felt that was missing. I know every movie cant portray the book exactly, but this was about 40% off. Read the book its a must.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZVILJBD8C0HZ?ASIN=0439023521	Captivating begin to end	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm just getting around to reading Katniss' story. I don't usually read this type of book but I couldn't stop reading. I was with her the entire time from her journey as one of the tributes for District 12, her struggle to stay alive. I also was pulling for her partner Peeta &amp; their potential romance. I'm reading on to the next books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RW86VL9KCTTWZ?ASIN=0439023521	Saw the movie first	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is one of the few times that I can say I am glad I saw the movie first. Already knowing how this intense book would end, I was able to relax and just enjoy all of the details that the book includes which didn't make it into the movie. I loved the characters and the well thought out plot. Looking forward to the rest of the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPELHTNTFIV7W?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games Trilogy for kindle	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I hadn't heard about this trilogy until the movie came out. Before going to see the movie I decided to read the books. I thought they were a great read! Very entertaining and well worth the purchase. Amazon kindle shop provided great service. I'd highly recommend purchasing from Amazon as, in my experience, they have always delivered!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27P7UMO1GX1MN?ASIN=0439023521	Captivating and entertaining	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I downloaded this on a whim with my 30 day trial of Prime, and it hooked me from the first page. As other reviewers have said, this book has some pretty brutal parts, but I don't think it's excessive. Even though this is aimed at a younger crowd, I thoroughly enjoyed the book. It hits you with fear, compassion, anger, and excitement.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4UFCHWT8IKW3?ASIN=0439023521	Perfect for mom and son	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the first series that both my son (age 11) and I (age 36) enjoyed.  He  finished all three books in less than a week.  I thought for him to put down the video games and read for a week straight, these MUST be good books!  I started them shortly after and to my shock I couldn't put them down!  Now we can't wait for the movie!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZQHMQ8HA6RXS?ASIN=0439023521	You should buy all three and save yourself some time!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I picked this book up for something to read. Didn't put it down until it was done. The next day at work, I complainednhowmtiredni was because I stayed up all night reading and two of my coworkers had the same experience. Immediately read Catching Fire and Mockingjay. They were excellent too! Buy all three and save yourself some time!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RK2PGS6V7LG3?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a Awesome Book. this is one of the best books I've read since harry potter. this is a awesome book. I saw the movie with my friends when it came out in theaters and his girlfriend told me I should read the book so I gave it a shot and really got into it. love this book<br/><br/>if you have not read this book then I recommend you do</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22JH767VA66AC?ASIN=0439023521	LOVE LOVE LOVE	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was my first Science Fiction like/ dystopian book and I loved every second of it.<br/>I am so glad I read this book. The story of Katniss and Peeta was great!!<br/>I cannot put in words how amazing this book was. It grabs you and you never want to come out!! Great book for all ages. I got my dad to read it and he loved it too.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FEQ38W4DGO4L?ASIN=0439023521	Glad I started the series.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've read nearly every series my children have read, more to the be the responsible parent than really enjoying the genre (I'm a non-fiction historical, biographical fan). I enjoyed the character build and the action sequences. Good plot build that leaves you wanting to read the next book to see how the author develops the storyline.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LGVVK51KEIAQ?ASIN=0439023521	I don't read, but this book was awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am a movie kind of guy...  after watching this movie, and purchasing a kindle fire, I decided to read the book.  The movie stayed true to the book as best as possible...  BUT the book is written from the first person so you end up with a lot of new information that adds to the depth of the book, mostly what is going on in her head.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3Q36MZ35WS7QQ?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic Read -- Even if you've already seen the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a great, quick read.  I found myself reading at all hours of the night, anxious to discover what awaited Katniss at each new leg of her Hunger Games journey.  Well-written and compelling for adults and youth alike. Even if you have seen the movie already this book will not disappoint! Now I'm off to download ""Catching Fire.""</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKJJMF82HL79S?ASIN=0439023521	Rakssanura@yahoo.com	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As an adult reader, this was easy to digest.  The story flowed well and Collins wrote with sufficient detail so that the imaginative reader could find their self immersed.  After reading the book, I was interested enough to rent the movie.  I prefer the book.  The movie changed a few things which are relatively important foreshadows.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12LB0K4H6KZCS?ASIN=0439023521	Riveting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not tear myself away from this compelling story. Katniss brought to mind other great young heroes of literature faced with immense moral dilemmas as well as just trying to survive by guts and brains. Before I finished it, I bought the next two books. They are an excellent trilogy, and I recommend it to teens and adults alike.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQ7A8PWHZVI92?ASIN=0439023521	Good for all ages	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a book that every romantic, fun loving, adventurous girl, boy, man, or woman would love. They that Suzanne Collins bring  our the love in Katniss is a great heart stealing way.<br/>The best way to have a kid under the age of 9 read this is by reading it to them. Fun for every girl boy man or woman! Great job Suzanne Collins!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YBLZR5AJ1CBU?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I only read this book after seeing the movie &amp; I loved both book &amp; movie!!! Reality tv used to control the masses is a facinating topic as is the notion of a future society organised &amp; manipulated to the ends of the government. I thought this book was for a younger/teen generation but I honestly couldnt put it down!! Highly recommend</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25TT9INXSL6LP?ASIN=0439023521	Creative and interesting!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am an avid reader but avoided this book, simply because it was geared towards younger readers and the topic did not interested-- so I thought. I loved this book and could not put it down. It is so different and the characters are creative and interesting. Too bad the movie, which I saw after reading the book, did not do it justice.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRS2Z7KETX9P5?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought the book based on all the talk at work about how good it was etc. I started the book and I put it down because I could not get into it. I finally forced myself to read it while coming home from a trip over the Memorial Day weekend and I actually am looking forward to reading the next two. It ended better than it started out.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R173L2M7HSQASI?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of the best books I have read this year! Incredible! Lets just say, I am looking for my own Peeta Mellark! The characters were so beautifully developed. I was terrified and amazed all at once. I read this book is less than three hours, yes I am a fast reader!<br/><br/>Hunger Games and PAP-arazzi are my favorite books this year!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RM2DYNW1MTTIJ?ASIN=0439023521	the hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this is one of  the best  books i have ever read. written in first person,present tense, it's violent but not terribly.i'm 11 years old and it left me changed, but in a good way.my other favorite books are the Harry potter series.the hunger games's sequels,catching fire and mockingjay sre great too.<br/>a strongly reccomended read.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHPBWVFX7WB9K?ASIN=0439023521	Delightfully surprised	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought this book on a friend's recommendation because I was trying to get out of a post fifty shades rut.  I have not seen the movie, in fact, I barely knew what The Hunger Games was about.  Now, I am glad I started the trilogy, and will probably watch the movies after I finish the books.  Bravo!  Buying Catching Fire immediately.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3V5LATCM63D3O?ASIN=0439023521	Strong Dynamic Powerful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games takes you to another place and time to experience an unbelievable display of violence against the most helpless...our children. The story draws you in until you are almost living it. You feel the pain, the loneliness of this young girl, who is only trying to survive... A must read for adults as well as young adults.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21I4H4XCCRP05?ASIN=0439023521	Good ,easy read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was very interesting and easy to read.  I read it over a 2 day span in my spare time.  I had seen the movie first so I was able to visualize every page.  Was it exactly the same, no but kept close enough to the book?  I liked the book so much, I read the next 2 quickly and can't wait for the sequel to the movie in November.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RV986WZABZJCL?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The hunger games has been one of my favorite books and movies in a while. I love the way the author captures every detail, She makes it seem like your right their fighting to the death with Katniss, Peeta, and all the other tributes. She's an  amazing writer and I encourage you all to read this amazing trilogy by Mrs/ Ms. Collins :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PZDN1SSB91F6?ASIN=0439023521	The Best book I've read so far (Dec. 2012)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My husband gave me a new kindle fire for Christmas and this was the first book I read. I heard a lot of mixed reviews about<br/>it and sought it myself.<br/> I love this book and I didn't want to stop reading. When everyone was soundlessly sleeping I was up trying to know what would happen to both of them. This is a must read book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PE57E70A74DF?ASIN=0439023521	Reluctant, but Pleased	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have never really been on The Hunger Games bandwagon, but I decided to give it a try while it was free.  I have to say that it is an interesting read that I couldn't put down.  The storyline is brutal and the characters, with all their flaws, are likeable.  I can't say that I will read the next two, but this one is worth the time.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3L75979NJDLQR?ASIN=0439023521	A Great Surprise	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I would never in a million years picked out this book on my own, but a friend loaned it to me and I loved it. A guilty pleasure read that even has a bit of substance. Great characters and a lot of imagination with the fantasy world in which it is set and the set up of the games. I always enjoy a bit of graphic violence too!<br/><br/>[...]</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R150K59PZQI6V3?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this book. It is hard to believe it would be for young adults as I am much older and still loved it.  The book was quite entertaining and I will definitely be getting the second book in the series.  I probably should have just bought all three at once as they continue the story with the next two.  Very entertaining.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OI4M13PBQZY5?ASIN=0439023521	A Must Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is absolutely riveting. I waited to read it, hearing all the movie reviews I didnt think it would be something I was interested in. I started it yesterday and finished today. I could not put it down, was on the edge of my seat, happy, sad, angry, all different emotions as things happened. Now on to the next in the Trilogy.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RR4Z3LE9A12MJ?ASIN=0439023521	If I could it'd be 10 stars.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutly loved these books! I know a whole buncha people already said this and I'ma say it again. I couldn't get over the fact that the capitol people are so dumb. I mean come on Snow if ya kill everyone in the districts you're just killing yourselves because they are your resources. So honestly no other book could top this one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LASAM6JUXLMQ?ASIN=0439023521	Captivating	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was read with my son.  We were captivated by the Games and felt like part of the audience watching the tributes. We laughed, sometimes felt like crying, but always hoping the best for Katniss. The sadest part was when Rue died. My ten year old wasn't especially fond of all the kissinng :)  In the end love saved them both.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKLWALN3U0RL8?ASIN=0439023521	Movie before book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am glad I saw the movie desire unread the book. I really liked the movie and after reading the book it doesn't bother me that the two are not exactly the same. Im not sure I would have liked it though if I had read the book first. And now that I've seen Catching Fire I'll be heading to the Kindle store right now to get that book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R222V8LL769YH8?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent work, it's a real masterpiece.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've watched the movie, but in contrast to the book, I prefer the book, interesting passages, the author develops a lot of imagination and readers like me, the book make us imagine that unknown and strange world of the Capitol and the twelve districts.  I know this book was published years ago, but I'm very happy reading this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JU243FG1M13Q?ASIN=0439023521	wonderful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">While I wish there was more detail given to scenes and environments, it is a great story. With stories on the news about drone strikes and government unrest I think this story, without knowing everything that happens before it is quite believable. I found myself caring for the characters, and that to me is what makes a story great.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RT9P5HQB2KQBG?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I just finished the first book, and I am excited to start book two. Collins is adept at giving vivacity to her characters, as well as plotting that keeps me turning the pages eagerly. The contrast of colorless, almost dirtiness of District 12 to the pristine, plastic rainbow of the Capital is nearly palpable, a character in itself.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OH0AD2J23VLS?ASIN=0439023521	Dark, depressing scary but couldn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have enjoyed reading this book.  I am not sure why.  It was a dark, depressing and scary book but I couldn't put it down as I was reading it.  I think a movie has been made of it and I plan to try to locate the movie.  I am now reading the second book which is a sequel and I am enjoying it although it is also dark and depressing.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27ZK1PAJI9Y9T?ASIN=0439023521	The best!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book!!!! I was surprised, Thought it was just for adolescents and young adults but no.  I am 38 and LOVED it.  This one is the best one but loved all 3 of them.  Read the trilogy in two weeks (and I work and have 3 kids!). My 9 year old wants to read it but don't think he should.  Maybe when he turns 12 I will let him.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37NQZQG5I37XR?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games Trilogy Review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved these books! I found them to be really easy to read, yet addictive. As i finished one, I was quick to pick up the next one.<br/><br/>They were the cause of many different emotional responses; sadness, laughter, anxiety, frustration, anger.<br/><br/>Overall, I'd recommend these to anyone looking for a new series to read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BYAXEXHNW9TK?ASIN=0439023521	Pretty captivating	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was holding off on reading this because everyone was making a big fuss about it (especially my nephew, who is 12 and my little sister, who is 24) and I tend to go against the grain. However, I gave into them and I'm glad I did. This was such a good book! I immediately read the last two in the series right after this one. So good!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VZ3MT3R769W4?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book. Read all three over a weekend. Downloaded them to my blackberry from my amazon app. Loved the books so much, had to buy them. Recommend buying all three, because trust me, you will want to read the whole set. I read online they are making a movie. Read the books first, then go see the movie, I think its opening 2012????</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YH5KF1K8M9UR?ASIN=0439023521	love it! was very suprised....	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i bought this book, simply because i was told it was great. Wow! i did not expect to love it. it is truly inspiring...and seeing what goes on in this place makes me appreciate everything i have. i absolutely love this book and have read it three times in the last 6 months. you will get hooked..dont expect to be able to put it down!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4GNUW78C8ZMA?ASIN=0439023521	this book rocked	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Katniss a 16 year old girl is a adventerous girl who takes her sisters place for a brutal and violent tournament were only one leaves alive.  this book is perfect for people who enjoy high quality fantasy and a little romance with action.  This book is a book that looks boring but after the first page u wont be able to stop reading</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NWVD0GLKKM80?ASIN=0439023521	One of my favorites.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is awesome. It really took you thru a place where you could use your imagination. Very great descriptive writing. You get very involved in the characters and throughout the book you feel what they feel. It's a very fantasy type of a book but it gets you to really think what would you do if you lived in a world like that.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3B18FP1DGSA3K?ASIN=0439023521	Really Compelling Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm sure I'm the last one on earth to finally read The Hunger Games. It was another read that I call concerning but probably because I'm older and not completely in sync with the times. Despite that I could hardly put it down. Extremely well written and detailed along with an interesting story line. Diving into book two right now.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JM22EV5VVWZQ?ASIN=0439023521	Totally spellbinding	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put it down, reading the entire book in one evening. Suzanne Collins spins an entirely believable yarn set sometime in the future. Like all good storytellers she draws the reader in and never lets them go until the very end. The lure has been set and the reader cannot wait to read the next book to see what happens next.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CM60I6N59NDH?ASIN=0439023521	Interesting for its genre	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The idea of reading a romantic, pre-teen, twilight-esq book made me hesitant to start but my enjoyment of the movie gave me hope. I'm glad I did, it was easy to read and the suspense was well integrated even though I know the story based on the movie. The book was better than the movie and I look forward to the rest of the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3P7SKJFDPNFZ?ASIN=0439023521	May the Odds be Ever in Your Favor	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I think that is a good book for young adults and teens. But I think that only children ten and up should read these books for the harsh things that is has example: killing, naked, ext. But I do believe ( in my opinion) that this book series should be on the summer reading list for middle school. May the Odds be Ever in Your Favor.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R394YSAO9YL8NN?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My friend really  liked this book so I decided to give it a try and I loved it .<br/>At some parts it was violent but that's just the way things are sometimes.<br/>I am  inspired inspired by Katness' strength and  bravery.<br/>I am so glad Susanne Collins chose to be an (amazing) author.<br/>Poor Rue was my favorite character.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SVLNF8TRKXUR?ASIN=0439023521	Great book - easy read; definitely recommend	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed The Hunger Games. It was very well written and an easy read. I would definitely recommend reading this book, as well as the other two in the series. You can't believe what you are reading - but it's not too gruesome or unbelievable. There are enough parallels between our world today and the made up world of Panem.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2H7X2813QWGUU?ASIN=0439023521	awesomely enjoyable	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">At first I was  a little concerned because the basis of the Hunger Games, is pretty horrific.  However; I became absolutely immersed in the action, adventure, struggle and fantasy of the plot.  I was SO glad that I bought all three at the same time, because when you reach the end of each book--YOU CAN'T WAIT to read the next part!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34JN4YMXJWOCS?ASIN=0439023521	A great series!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was really skeptical about reading a young adult series. I ordered a sample on my kindle and I was hooked. This is a great furturistic survival story. Katniss(the main character) is a very strong girl. She is thrown into a deadly game of survival of the fittest and smartest. I can't wait to continue the story with the next book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13BALGQZRZYWJ?ASIN=0439023521	ONE OF THE BEST BOOK SERIES OUT THERE!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have read all of the books in this trilogy. They are absolutely amazing. They have the right mix of all things entertaining. I am even more excited that they are now making movies out of these books. Lets hope they can live up to the expectations of thousands of fans! I recommend these books to everyone. They truly are amazing!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RADYAX31KR9ZV?ASIN=0439023521	Attention Grabbing and Captivating Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games was hard to put down. I was captivated by the story line and characters in the book.<br/>I really got into this book; it was one of the better books I have read so far this year. I enjoyed the unique life and death plot line. I found The Hunger Games to be well written. I can see this book being made into a movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RRXBY4NLJQJH?ASIN=0439023521	Can't read anything better!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is one of the most action packed books you'll get. I chose my rating because I literally stayed up till ten o'clock at night to read. I'm going on to the second and third book. I can't wait till the movie of “catching fire"" the movie. If anyone reads this book because of the review I hope you like it as much as I did!!!!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QWO9O5S3US9W?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Thrilling, intriguing, and leaving you craving for more, the hunger games was the best book I've ever read, filled with romance, survival, and rebellion, from the viewpoint of a simple 16 year old girl whose main goal in life is to provide for her family. I recommend this to anyone who likes action with a touch of uncertain love.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1K6XMTOYRPH8T?ASIN=0439023521	Love it!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I discovered this series before it exploded on the pop culture radar. It is an action packed story full of characters to love and care about. One of the reasons I like it so much is because at its basic level it is a story about a girl and her people just wanting to live in peace and to be happy. Something everyone can relate to.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VGMJ7ED4469F?ASIN=0439023521	Very good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I did enjoy reading this book, though in some ways it was very hard to read. To think of a young girl having to go through the things she experienced  is difficult. But at the same time it grabs your attention and her strength and unwillingness to give up are what shines through. I read it quickly and am on the third one already.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3S2QH21AJ1WX?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My review is an all around great book with great detail I could really picture everything that was happening I didn't want the book to ever end . I loved the part where they announced they both win because they where about to eat the berries. I would recommend this book to everybody who loves to read can,t wait for the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TABF4GB9FEXG?ASIN=0439023521	Great and quick read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this book because it keeps you on the edge of your seat the whole way through. You being with the build up of the hunger games, then the suspense of what will happen in the game and finally the aftermath of what the games have done to Katniss. I strongly recommend this read to anyone who likes survival adventure.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32FELU41VOJ0C?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good book - Netflix DVD tomorrow to see how close it follows the book.  It is depressing to see how an oppressive government can manipulate our lives (too close to real world under current administration and should have been replaced last election).  The movie follows the book fairly closely, and movie #2 due out later this year.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2J7X1ZI1ZE5PS?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had not heard much about this book until one of the librarians at our library happened to mention how much she enjoyed it. I decided to check it out and was honestly captivated from the beginning. I had a very hard time putting it down and will definitely read the other two books, as well. Excellent book, i highly recommend it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RING82A17TZBQ?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is incredible. I know it's geared towards teens, but I found it riveting. I couldn't put it down and I read it in one day! I was so ready to read the next book! I love the character development and the way that Katniss is portrayed. normally I don't like first-person-narratives, but Suzanne Collins does a brilliant job.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RN01X17MAZOWX?ASIN=0439023521	read it you wont regret it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this has to be the best book for teens out there right now. im 14 and personally i think its way better than twilight. i have read it now 5 times! and each time it keeps getting better and i keep learning little details i didnt notice before. i recommend this book to anybody boy or girl. i would give it a hundred stars if i could</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YAVEX5MGJNAB?ASIN=0439023521	GREAT!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the book! Even though I saw the movie before I read the book. The only negative thing I saw was when reading sometimes I had to go back because I didn't know if it was Katniss thoughts or other characters actually talking. It could have been me because I haven't read a fiction book in a while. But over all I loved it!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VAGYZ7TDTB5G?ASIN=0439023521	Impressive...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I can honestly say for the first time ever, the movie adaptation closely resembles the original book. Knowing this, it puts all other books adapted for movies to shame. The book is excellent and the end nearly made me cry. I greatly look forward to reading Catching Fire and I hope the second book is as excellent as this one was.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1D49Z72WQNZ2H?ASIN=0439023521	CAPTIVATING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had to give this book the highest possible rating as I could hardly put it down to get some sleep. I would highly urge those who enjoy a story about how inner strengths can win over brute force and seemingly impossible odds. In someway it was disturbing that the tributes were so young and certainly not for younger kids to read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R65QJ6654E9M0?ASIN=0439023521	Captivating	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Not having a preconceived idea or know what to expect when I started reading The Hunger Games, I was immediately captivated by the characters and the story.  I strongly recommend this book to anyone who can think outside the box and enjoy a good, exciting, read.  I hated for the book to end!  I cannot wait to read the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1345DZ6GS9HOC?ASIN=0439023521	Must Have, Must Keep	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The beginning of this ""first book of the trilogy"" was a bit draggy for me.  However, after a couple of chapters I was hooked and read and reread this excellent tale.  On my first read I ""borrowed"" the book through Prime.  Now, a number of months later, I wanted to reread and have it at my disposal so I purchased.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R432CP2MDDF4C?ASIN=0439023521	It's okay	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Written in first person limited, it has an important inner monologue that was left out in the movie. Although the writing style was not my cup of tea, it was fun for the most part. The chapters in the cave seems to last forever but still much more realistic than in the movie. I was overall satisfied but not impressed. Good book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AT9L0OS5DH3W?ASIN=0439023521	Totally Believable	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Though Ms Collins Hunger Games is far out and sometimes gross I can see this happening in the USA the way our leaders are headed.....no respect for life....only in what entertains them to the greatest extent. Reminds me of the treatment of early Christians being thrown into lions dens to entertain the emperors and their cronies.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1I74UN8O7QO3E?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book more than any other books I'd ever read and every single second I could I would be nose deep in this book wanting more. This book is full of romance, edge, and wonder and I would recommend this book to all ages. I would also highly rank this book for the ending of romance but confusion, leaving me wanting more.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2C36TANOERYI4?ASIN=0439023521	Outstanding Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Not normally interested in this type of book, but there was so much hype around it that I decided to take a chance. I was pleasantly surprised. I thoroughly enjoyed this book to the point of being spellbound from chapter to chapter. Absolutely could not wait for the next page to turn. Not as good as the Twilight Saga, but close.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTWN9VH86TH1H?ASIN=0439023521	Almost a five star.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book has great pacing, flows naturally and keeps you on the edge of your seat. But, it also gives to time to relax as a reader with well placed downtime. It's good emotional story with a few surprising twists and turns. A great read for teens and adults. I liked it a lot but wasn't blown away, a solid four, close to a five.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29XTK5DC3BIWF?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very creative story line! Loved the imagination of the author. I've noticed that this book is 'recommended' for approx 5th graders and personally I wouldn't be comfortable with that because of a few of the graphic situations when the characters are in the 'arena'. That's completely my opinion though. Other than that, I loved it!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3F0AL13HIOUSM?ASIN=0439023521	Could not put down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was skeptical about reading this book because I never got into those types of books (twilight, Harry potter,etc) that are aimed at teens but are enjoyed by many adults. However, this book was terrific. I could not put it down and read it on my phone every time I had a free moment. Absolute page turner and would recommend 100%.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3I1KYLU3JX9Q9?ASIN=0439023521	This book is unreal!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is just amazing...its so well plotted and perfectly paced that...I cant put it into words. I will just say that I read this book in 1 day and I cannot wait to see the movie. The Hunger Games is the best book I have ever read and I have read probably millions of books in my lifetime. Amazing job to Collins and GO TEAM PEETA!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BMLCLV90YOMS?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you have ever read the Hunger Games it is great. This book started me to read more and the Kindle helped also. Hunger Games are these two words.... great and addictive. I finished the whole series in 30 days. There is no book like this one. If you are one that loves excitemnet you should order it on your Kindle. Enjoy!!!!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QWG2C3ITXASY?ASIN=0439023521	Great and easy read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the book!  I was a little worried going into it, because I heard that there was a lot of violence and killing which I typically don't like too much in a book.  The way that the book is written made me want to keep reading and not even care that the violence was there.  I just had to keep reading and couldn't put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQB3AP9H2WASA?ASIN=0439023521	A must read Trilogy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This typically is not my kind of book,however I couldn't put the Hunger Games down and didn't realize it was a trilogy until the end of the 1st book. Needless to say I downloaded and read the rest of the series within days! It's been a long time since a book gave me that kind of anticipation to get to the end to see how it ends!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19T8ADH0B0EH0?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow, what a read.  This is a well thought out, and perfectly assembled science fiction love story.  Believable characters progress through an action filled story. The only reason I bought the book to read was because I saw the trailers for the upcoming movie. I was not disappointed. I approve, 5 stars. Cannot wait for the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MMMQP5FUY4EQ?ASIN=0439023521	READ THESE BOOKS	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I got this book after I bought my kindle and I'm so glad I was able to fly through all 3 books! It is occasionally annoying watching Katniss being weak and wavering, but I loved the books none the less. It is worth every page and rather addicting. Just wondering when they'll make into a movie. READ THESE BOOKS. I was glad I did.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R387N8SGE6E7TH?ASIN=0439023521	Simply amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've read this book cover to cover so many times but it never gets old. Each time I uncover something new which just shows the depth of writing involved. Katniss's point of view resonances from her narrative voice and it is wonderfully written from her first person perspective. I can't say enough about this book and the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXTBC1ROUE5B?ASIN=0439023521	as good as advertised	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Late to the party... I watched the movies first. I must say, Bravo. I'm a 31 year old male and thoroughly enjoyed this book. Much more gripping than the already great movie, I felt connected to the characters from beginning to end. I legitimately found myself a part of the story, and even developing a little crush on Katniss ;)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UEQM5BM3RU3G?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'd heard about this book, but it sounded like it would have too much violence for my taste, so I put off reading it. Strong recommendations from family members, convinced me to give it a try... After I started it, I couldn't put it down. Can't wait to read book two2! The violence was not the main focus - just a gripping story.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUXKSGXM3M7FG?ASIN=0439023521	Built up to air	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Everyone says this book was amazing but the pace was unbearably slow. And the female hero Suzanne Collins writes seems to be in conflict with herself, alternating between needy and strong. The relationship with Peers does not make sense?? I would much rather read Divergent. I can only hope the second book will be better.<br/>O</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYFFVXCOVVZ1B?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">OMG this book was great!!!!!^_^ like I haven't really enjoyed a book this much since the twilight sagas and I think this book might even be better,but I'm not saying. Anyway I enjoyed every part of this book,you are a talented writer Suzanne Collins you should be so proud. Can't wait to read the second book!!!#piece# teamgale:)</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NG4E535XJ4HY?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book may be characterized as young adult or teen, but being long past that age, I found this to be a fantastic book. The plotting is great and characterization is not short-changed a bit. The central characters are all young, but that does not preclude adults from enjoying it as well. I definitely will complete the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCPOPDL9TB9RA?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I actually saw the movie before reading the book, and this was the much better story.  I do wish more would have said of how Earth came to be in the state it is presented and the time line the story is being told in.  All in all, the trilogy is a good read. It will be interesting to see how the next two movies depict the books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDA3ZD60NX0LP?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">While I hadn't had high hopes for the book to begin with a friend's recommendation that the book was superior to the grossly overrated, slow paced film adaption brought me to read it.  While I agree that the book is superior in quality I still did not like it, mostly because the writings terse voice and matter of fact narration</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ELDTVFXKIJN2?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is so full of surprises it never gets boring. When the characters are happy, your happy. When someone gets killed or something tragic happens, you want to cry. I've stayed up till two in the morning not wanting to put the book down because  I feel like the hunger games are really happening and I might miss something!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHFPGTI7CNZPL?ASIN=0439023521	BETTER free than the movie!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book is so much better than the movie. I'm so interested to know more about Katniss and Peers and how they will continue to survive The Games.<br/><br/>On another note, how could anyone think that Rue wasn't black? Her dark brown skin and the fact district 11 is based completely off of American slavery is evidence enough.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNME9RXMBQ4A5?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games was awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games was awesome. I was looking for something different to read. Well, I found it!! Couldn't put it down. Intriguing story line, strategy, and action.  Great character development. I am 46 years old and thought it was just entertainment for teens and young adults - I was wrong. LOVED IT!Now I am hooked. A must read.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2EAJFS5UU4QRY?ASIN=0439023521	ahhh! sooo addicting!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is WAY to grim for any child to read, but for us adults who need a little ""trash"" guilty pleasures every now and then, SOOOOOO good. You get hooked and then all 3 are done before you know it! Love this series, it keeps you wanting more and wondering who she will pick! Now I will return to reading some of my ""smarter"" books:)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15EQXHHLA6C73?ASIN=0439023521	highly addictive - read with caution!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book &amp; am about to start the 2nd.  Read the 1st in one sitting, though I kept promising myself I'd put it down ""at the end of this chapter.""  Was described to me as appropriate for audiences who enjoyed Twilight &amp; I agree.  Not related topics, but I believe they'll appeal to similar readers.  I absolutely loved it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3S79H15VSUZC0?ASIN=0439023521	Definitely a must Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was incredible! Once I started reading I couldn't stop and I actually finished it in one sitting! I lent it to my mom, sister and friends to read and they all rave about it now too. It was a great story with a little for everyone; love, action, fantasy etc. I can't wait for Catching Fire (the second book) to come out.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IGGC4RW8RELY?ASIN=0439023521	Video games have now become (bad) literature	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">For the book club I am in, I thought it would be fun to pick a book that the younger generation was reading . . .I was so hoping that if I decided to read a book that was being mass marketed to this age group,that it would be well written and an original story . . .instead I found more of the same that we worry so much about with our children and what they see in video games and movies ... video games that most parents agree are nothing but babysitting violent entertainment--yet kids are still allowed to watch/play them??? . . . basically killing characterless humans while getting rewards/powers all along the way to fuel up to kill more? . . .now, this philosophy of entertainment is not just available to young kids in video games . . . it is now available in glorified books and the huge media hype that follows . . . although there was a slight thread of a story line and superficial characters within the story . . .this book has basically the plot for a video game---which I have no doubt, to keep the money ball rolling, is already being developed if not already out on the market for kids to start ""playing"".<br/>I know there are great writers out there for young adults, and I will wade through this sort of sludge to find them</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UI3HA8NE8V21?ASIN=0439023521	Post apocalyptic for young readers	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">An interesting little story of a young lady in terrible circumstances. The plot is driven mostly by red<br/>throwing her into worse predicaments. A tale that keeps the readers engaged with tense mind games and quick action scenes.<br/>Not the best written apocalyptic series out there, but a good way to get teenagers to read.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2N0B6DFFQS8B6?ASIN=0439023521	how could people not like this!!!HOW COULD THEY????????!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this was an amazing book. how could you NOT like it??? this is finnale;if u dont like it youre a person who dosnt have any taste in good books. and probubly has no friends.<br/><br/>well,after my rant im saying this book was (cheerliding style) gimme, a A gimme a M, gimme a A, gimme a Z, gimme a I, gimme a N ,gimme a G!!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/REO1TF0F9TSGI?ASIN=0439023521	One of the best written books I have read in a long time	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of the best written books I have read in a long time.  When I understood the premise of child on child culling I was afraid that it would be horrifying when a death occurred.  It was written in such a way that was effective but not gory.  I was ""on edge"" the entire time.  Can't wait to read the rest of the trilogy.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3F1R2QZMIV5A?ASIN=0439023521	Great dystopian novel in a league with Orwell and Bradbury	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I assumed The Hunger Games would be pop teen fiction, but I was wrong. I love great dystopian literature because I think it gloriously illustrates the folly of much of what we call ""progress"" today. If you like Golding, Orwell, Bradbury, Huxley, or Orson Scott Card, you'll love what Collins' world says about our world.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WUAOG82KH79M?ASIN=0439023521	More than catches the eye	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fast paced well written novel, not deprived of social and political criticism. Put history (Roman Culture, Gladiators, Totalitarianism, etc.) and you have got an intelligent and entertaining book. Highly recommended; you will enjoy it even more if you do dig deep into the topics mentioned above and all the others you can find.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Y3S7REQ2M3NN?ASIN=0439023521	loved it.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book gives a lot more detial of the scene of the film. How panam came to be. I love how the hunger games shows catnis as a normal girl, then catching fire she shows the suffering of post traumqtic stress disorder and the moking jay shows someone who is full blown crazy, completely different from the girl in the first book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2411U1NQFADDT?ASIN=0439023521	Surprisingly Pleasant	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">While I had long avoided this series due to it's outlandishly glorified reviews throughout the mainstream media, I finally broke down and read this first book.  Although the writing style, in general, left something to be desired, I was surprised to find myself so enthralled in the storyline that I could not put the book down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSOWS8ARS54NF?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games and series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was hooked. I took the first book because it was free, ( as a prime customer) and I felt that it was a no risk proposition. Bingo! Totally hooked. I had to BUY then next two books, (clever people, these folks at Amazon) While I don't  rank those quite as highly, that's due to no longer being suprised by the thme of the book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BEO0TD18K7T7?ASIN=0439023521	Great book I never wanted to read...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I never wanted to read Hunger Games, but after hearing about how great it was from friends, relatives and strangers, I decided to give it a try.<br/><br/>It was easy to read and get sucked into the great story line.  I couldn't help but fall in love with Katniss and root for her to win.  I can't wait to start reading book 2!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17FYQJC4SQDPJ?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't really want to join the Hunger Games bandwagon, but after hearing all about it, I began to get curious and now that I've read it I want to read the rest of the books! It's an excellent book and it's easy to follow the story of what's happening unlike other books that skip around. This is know one of my favorite books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3EKL8L9EL047W?ASIN=0439023521	great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't really know the premise of this book before I started reading it, but now that I do, I hope this book stays fiction! :) It was a really great read, and had a TON of detail. I have seen the movie now, and thought the book was amazing compared to the movie. The movie was ok, but so much of the detail gets into the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDUTGGHA1V8DG?ASIN=0439023521	view of a 4th grader	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i bought this book partailly by all the hype and partially becuase my fellow class mates and loved it. if you enjoy a fast paced action packed all around good read, this is for you. also, check out some of suzannes other works of art, mainly the overlander series. in my opinion, mockingjay is the best book of the hunger games.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1C25V29ZSAOMV?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful Book!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great book.  I'm 29 years old with no kids and I LOVE it and will be telling all my reading buddies they MUST read this series.  I'm trying to think of ways to get enough copies to have my 8th grade class read this book, (I need 25 copies, if you're feeling giving).  They wouldn't be able to stop!<br/>READ THIS BOOK!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LBAIL6E4W1XL?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic page turner with great depth	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It has been a long time since I enjoyed a book as much as this.  The characters have great depth and the story is thrilling.  Although placed in a fictional world, the story was not ridiculous because you can connect with the characters in one way or another.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HF5LBIKLIOXJ?ASIN=0439023521	A thrill a minute	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was a real page turner. Right from the start I was unquestionably hooked. When life and death hang in the balance, the author excels at making every choice seem pivotal and every motive questionable. An excellent book by all standards, it has action, romance, and suspense oozing out of every chapter. Read this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RB94D1GZ8N6IH?ASIN=0439023521	great storytelling	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Not much of a reader, but I liked this book. The story is told from the main character point of view. This great because if you've seen the movies, they do a great job at enhancing the whole story around that character, so even when you've seen the movies, this book, the story and all the characters still provide a great read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R161ZAEGLX9V6W?ASIN=0439023521	Romantic coming of age story with a gory twist	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Impressive tale. The hunted become the hunters and a near Romeo and Juliet ending provides enough action, romance and intrigue to keep the reader from putting the book down. The minute differences from the movie make the story more intriguing and the popularity of the movies is understandable. can't wait to read the next two!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2I1G1FFDGXUHT?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This story was engaging and unique in its telling. The premise of the story was chilling and I wasn't'  sure I would be able to stand to read it all the way through.  But the author for the most part stayed away from too much gore and focused more on what Katniss was dealing with internally.  Overall a cleverly written story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MQ7YXWH6DQR9?ASIN=0439023521	I was a hold-out on the phenomena around this book and its movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I resisted the craze around The Hunger Games because, frankly, the premise of the storyline freaked me out. A friend mentioned her initial resistance but how she really liked it so I gave it a try. Within the first chapter, I was hooked and finished the first book 24 hours from starting it. It is clever and thought-provoking.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2EW8OSVE38VV8?ASIN=0439023521	Well written and thought out	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was a little hesitant to read this book after all ready seeing the movie. But I'm glad that I did. It is very well written and I enjoyed it as much as the movie. It's very descriptive and easy to read. There weren't any parts that were dragging on. I will be reading the next book asap. Hopefully before I see the next movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R245BGI8L8KDVJ?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing story!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not put it down. Even when I wasn't reading I was thinking about this book. A great story about courage and survival. Katniss is truly a girl on fire. I would recommend this book to anyone who is looking to read something different that is suspenseful and unpredictable. I'm am now going to read the next in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2K7Q1YEC8DP6R?ASIN=0439023521	Good debut	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Judged on its own merits, this is a fine YA adventure novel with something for everyone - a romantic love triangle, government conspiracies, and bloody combat in a futuristic version of the gladiatorial combats. Clearly written and a quick read, this is a nice counterpoint to the legions of doorstops infesting the book world.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1G9O8H4Y9UAX8?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't stop reading it.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is supposed to be for young adults. However, my daughter, who is 36, loaned me the first book of the trilogy in paperback saying she really liked it. I started reading the first book she loaned me and decided to download all three books to my Kindle so I could read them all right away. I couldn't put my Kindle down.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KM3QUJ1AARFC?ASIN=0439023521	Wow is all I can say!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This story is compelling, horrific, and beautifully written. Being torn between wanting the plot to change but wondering where the author will take us next is exhilarating and at times unnerving.  Impossible to put this book down, and absolutely a must to finish the series. Impeccable in my opinion; I am a fan of this author.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2M3HZATJASWDM?ASIN=0439023521	The Best Book Ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games was the best book I have ever read. Reading the book gave me a love for Suzanne Collins' work.I could see a mental picture of the events,and grow attachment to her characters,especially Peeta Mellark.And to feel feel the sadness in my heart,with the characters,I loved it.5 is underrated,this book needs a 100.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NWL3OY9J876N?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I know this is technically a young adults book but I loved it despite the fact I am no longer ""young"".  Is it great classic literature - no.  It is a great read, refreshing premise and on a par with the Harry Potter Series.  I immediately purchased the rest of the series so I could continue reading.  Highly recommend.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OXLVV1Q2THNT?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing literature of topics I have often thought about	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Coming from someone new to reading 5 stars I think is good. This book simply got me hooked and I finished it in two days. I could really get into the imagery and feel apart. If you have watched the movie... and liked it, you will love the book. It has so much detail and even a few more scenes. I would recommend this to anyone</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTDE17KGCLJOX?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is pretty good. Well written, it painted a picture in my mind and I was able to clearly visualize every scene. I found that I had a hard time putting it down, and ended up finishing it about eight hours after I started it. It was easy for me to connect with the characters in the novel, and put myself in their shoes.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMFTJT8K5U7O0?ASIN=0439023521	Best series I've read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought the series. It was an amazing story of courage, love and conviction!  Katniss was an amazingly written character. Once you start reading,  you'll want to read the whole series. It took me only 2 days. I felt like I was there with her. I cried. I laughed. I was angry. It was emotionally charged. I highly recommend it!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MOUHA10YK1GZ?ASIN=0439023521	Loved It	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I found the Hunger Games Trilogy to be a fun fast paced series. The first movie hardly does the book justice, although it closely follows the book, there are just so many well built characters and scenes you can't capture on screen. I loved the twists, turns, and surprises throughout the novels. I could hardly put them down!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTM95DIPUWRP8?ASIN=0439023521	One of my favorites!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved these books! The movie was okay but you miss so much! The books make you truely feel every emotion, every nail biting twist, every sadness...  I couldn't put them down! Plus, I hate paying for books on Kindle but I borrowed the first one &amp; loved it so much... I had to buy all 3 of them! Best $17 I've spent on Kindle!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WVLDKFS1JHAD?ASIN=0439023521	Outstanding.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I started this book one morning, and I finished  it the following night. I couldn't stand not reading it, it had me hooked from the first word. People have been telling me to read since it was published. I couldn't understand why, after reading this book, I'd recommend it to pretty much anyone. I can't wait to read book two.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1B2F3OH37OW89?ASIN=0439023521	Wow!!  Couldn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Incredible story -- in fact, I read all 3 books of the trilogy in about 10 days.  Thank God I have a Kindle...as soon as I finished the last page of each book I turned on my Wi-Fi and ordered the next one.  Within minutes I was reading on.  I have not seen the movie but cannot imagine it would do justice to Collins' writing.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13JLU6TZRCBUM?ASIN=0439023521	My Daughter Had To Convince Me To Read These	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My daughter explained the premise of the series and I had to be convinced to read it.  It sounded too ""out there"" for my taste.  I'm so happy I did read them it expanded my horizons and I voraciously tore through them wondering what would happen next.  I wish there would be a follow up series.  Totallenjoyed all three books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DRXDOV1E1RRO?ASIN=0439023521	Much better than the movie.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Reading the book was so much better than the movie.  At first  I was not going to read the book, i thought it was a teen book.  When i saw it free for Amazon Prime I thought I‘d give it a try.  I really enjoyed every bit. It explained so much that had been left out of the movie. I‘d recommend this one to my friends for sure.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PCJJLHWB8ZO1?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games: A Good Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was not at all interested in seeing the Hungar Games in the movie theatre but my daughter said it was really a good movie.  So instead I ordered and read the book since our book club chose Hunger Games for our May selection.  I LOVRD it.  Crazy idea, off the wall way out characters in the story but I could not put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPJOQGBH79607?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games and the other two books in the series are targeted to the juvenile reader and in a number of ways this is apparent to an adult reader. Having said that, this book and the series are still a good read, even for those older than the target reader, if you are looking for a story that is not too deep or complex.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25WI2CG98KNZO?ASIN=0439023521	Absolutely loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was AMAZING!  I couldn't put it down.  I was reading this book while walking down the halls at work with my nose buried in it!  Collins does a great job developing the characters and making that connection between them and the reader. She leaves you wanting more by the end of the novel!  I highly suggest this book!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9KW48UBGLB8S?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games puts protection, romance, and adventure in one terrific novel. But in some parts, the story gets to long and boring. I would highly reccomend this book for fast readers, and people who love the adventures of The Hunger Games. This book is part of a triology, The hunger games, Catching Fire, and Mockingjay.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LKH4WIBQC9LJ?ASIN=0439023521	Wow please read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't no what to say really. I cried multiple times. the book is well, amazing compared to the movie. the movie is horrible when compared. but you should watch the movie one and two bcuz their pretty cool. they made me love Jennifer Lorance. yes I no it's spelled wrong. please read the series they are truly amazing books.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBSMBNI8ZF9ZV?ASIN=0439023521	Fabulous	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely loved this book it was FABULOUS. I had seen the first and second movie but I definitely loved this more than the movie. I recommend this book because when I picked it up I couldn't put it down. I wish there was a fourth book. I'm on to the second book, Happy Hunger Games and may the odds be ever in your favor!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Q25S12CEGO1Y?ASIN=0439023521	Very nice	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I waited a long time to read this book. It was a very easy read and it didn't take long at all to get caught up in the story. Impossible to put down, I finished in just two sittings. Great action, characters you can identify with, heroes and villains. All the right ingredients. I recommend highly. Time to read the next one!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2AL9RPD405XLP?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger ways	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The hunger games is a great book! I recommend it for teenagers and young adults. I chose 4 stars because the book fascinated me. I watched the Movie before I read the book but truly this is better. I think that the hunger games is unfair to career tributes and their training early is bad but the games in itself is terribly.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38B0JS5ED23NX?ASIN=0439023521	Loved the movie, had to read the book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I intentionally saw the movie first, and then read the book.  For the most part, the movie followed the book very closely, and I was very tempted to buy books 2 and 3 - but want to wait until after seeing each movie so that I can completely enjoy the movie experience.  Now I know that all the Hunger Games buzz was for real!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VL09Y7D5IWIJ?ASIN=0439023521	Had heard of it but didn't have any idea...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had heard of the Hunger Games in title but had no idea what it was about.  I was hooked about 100 pages in.  Luckily I picked it up at the beginning of a few days off of work and had a chance to read the whole series before I got back to ""real life"".  It was an easy, interesting, fun read.  Recommend it to anyone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JPIG8PPHGEG?ASIN=0439023521	Better than I thought it would be	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had disregarded the Hunger Games books (and film) as fodder for tweens. However, after seeing the movie I realized that it really was more than that and I decided to read the books. Book 1 was great and entertaining. It was a fairly quick read that gave me much more insight to the characters than the movie did (as usual).</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2A5CR2I1VH7Y6?ASIN=0439023521	Gift for a teen.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought the trilogy for my teen granddaughter since she expressed interest in it.  I found it quite violent but very spell-binding.  I'm sure that I, as a teen, would have been delighted to find books like these to experience such an exciting world and exciting adventure.  I think she will be pleased to go on that journey.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1951PYU38B7SV?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games Book One	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">With all the hoopla in the movie promotion media I was hoping that the book was better. It was many times over. Suzanne Collins has demonstrated a skill in story telling that captures your attention. I willingly gave up more than a few hours sleep to keep reading this story. I am very much looking forward for the next book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFOXNSHNJ9AYW?ASIN=0439023521	One of the Best Series!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games was an excellent read. Not only was it well written, but it kept you engaged the entire book. The story is very good and I was pleasantly surprised at how much I enjoyed it. I have read both Harry Potter and Twilight and this is just as good as both of them! Give this series a shot and you will love it too!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2W2C8WSHMEWLD?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games Trilogy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed the Hunger Games series.  Easy to read.  I read them on a long road trip.  I could read a book in a day. Interesting characters in the books.  I highly recommend them. Enough romance but, not mushy. The stories kept my interest.  I also recommend the movie. I saw a the first movie and it followed the book exactly.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CR6L7MBZ070P?ASIN=0439023521	Checked out The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My grandchildren have read this series and have given mixed reviews for the movie so decided I'd give the book a try - actually enjoyed the book - fast moving - futuristic as many of the popular 'young adult' novels are - would not want to see the movie - too much violence for me - may actually read the rest of the trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MULC7F1E02RC?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent futuristic noel	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">You won't be able to put this book down.  Collins writes a fantastic story about a future world where children fight to the death for the amusement of the rich and powerful.  You will fall in love with Katniss and the other tributes you meet at the games. Very well written and I highly recommend this to anyone and everyone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LATRC6QLQTHW?ASIN=0439023521	A truly amazing book that you'll never want to put down.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was probably the best one I've ever read. It's that good.  Starts out a little slow, but as soon as the Games start, you're hooked and you won't be able to put the book down.  I can't wait to read the next book, which I've already ordered because the end leaves you hanging. All in all, amazing  book worth reading.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RN2597KGCFCYM?ASIN=0439023521	A Real Page Turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book will keep you turning the pages to see what will happen to Katniss, our narrator, as she competes in the ultimate reality show, a competition to the death pitting teenagers from across the country against one another.  Katniss has to not only learn to embrace her bloothirsty nature, but also her compassionate one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VX16IO76UNE6?ASIN=0439023521	Another trilogy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this after Stephenie Meyer suggested it on her website.  It was REALLY good.  It hooked me right away and I couldn't put it down.  Very fun.  The only part that was irritating was the end and only because I realized at that point that it was a trilogy and I now have to wait a year to find out what happens next.  Ugh.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROOT3CAE9ISSI?ASIN=0439023521	Got Under my Skin	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie when it came out and decided to listen to the book to see how much I missed in the film version.  It is a scary intense books.  The main character Katniss Everdeen is both strong and weak and both play a part is her story of survival.  The book got under my skin and I could not get the story out of my head.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30RTKJ6R6UOLW?ASIN=0439023521	incredible	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i absolutely LOVE this book. in the furture kids in the ages 12-18 are entered in a reaping. the reaping is feared. you find out who goes to the the hunger games. katniss everdeen and peeta mellark go from distric 12. in the arena there is some kissing inbetween them, but the whole is nota lovey-dovey. this is a MUST read!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4O21PNH6RIIT?ASIN=0439023521	big mistake on review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the book and was considering getting the series until I say how many books there are in it.  Any saga gets tiring when it drags on too long.  It makes it like a soap opera.  I discovered an error in this review. I thought I was reviewing a different book.  I haven't finished Hunger Games yet, but it is good so far.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVU0ZOXE715LG?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was one of the best books I've ever read it was a mix of action adventure and romance<br/>I picked this rating because I couldn't put it down it was so good. I liked how katniss was so smart and aware you never knew what she was gonna do next.<br/>I would recommend this book because its a good length and very climatic</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DCEXM5ZRDIC1?ASIN=0439023521	A good read with sequels	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I needed a summer read and didn't have time to think about what I was choosing. So, I didn't have any expectations. I liked that there was a heroine but it isn't a female or male based story. The people in the book are strong but have character flaws and attributes that make the story interesting. The ending is satisfying.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUZR762NMHYBH?ASIN=0439023521	HUNGER GAMES!!!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is awesome. A lot of my friends have read it and told me I should read it so I read the preview and decided to buy it. I loved it. Couldn't stop reading even though I hate reading. I gave it four stars because I had to constantly look up the words and the end wasn't that great. I'd recommend it to all my friends.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36AU76B4PHXDD?ASIN=0439023521	Definitely was not what I expected.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Number one: I love to read. Number two: Everyone at work kept talking about this set of books and how interesting it was. I read the first chapter and knew that it was going to be one of those books I would not be able to put down until I finished it! I highly enjoyed the book and would recommend all three books to anyone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FL3X6BK4TGTB?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic read... hard to put down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was as entertaining and easy to read as everyone else has said. Hard to put it down... a real page turner (err... 'next' button clicker for us Kindle folk). I did feel the ending was a bit quick compared to the rest of the book. Looking forward to reading the others in this series as well as seeing the movie now.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28TG3NPK1CLDC?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent trilogy!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is the first of three books who follow the heroine Katniss Everdeen through life in a post apocalyptic world where the 1% in power use the 99% as slaves and pawns in a fight to the death game.  Will appeal to broad range of readers from Junior High to adult, boys and girls, men and women. Highly recommend.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37HDJMT217CDQ?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't stop reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wonderful book!  I have been told by numerous people that there wasn't an option for me, that I absolutely had to read this and they were sure right!  I purchased this book for the kindle yesterday evening and have just downloaded book #2. I can't wait to read it but hope for my families sake that I can put this one down!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JPI1XBUN5C3Q?ASIN=0439023521	GREAT!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved this book! There are a few parts in it where i was thinking ""what the heck?"" It's kind of strange. But its wonderful! It has such a scary and amazing story line. And I was just rooting for this girl the whole time. It definitely kept me turning the pages. Very exciting! I am going to definitely read the second book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RT2R1AECH7925?ASIN=0439023521	Have heard the book is better. I don't usually get into reading like I ...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Could not put it down- Already had this book when I ordered.  Meant to order Catching Fire.  So made and exchange.  Want to read the book before watching movie,.  Have heard the book is better.  I don't usually get into reading like I have with this book.  Can't wait to start next one and then I will order the third book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VIBFB4TXVREV?ASIN=0439023521	Not just for kids...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Finally got around to reading this very popular book. Written for adolescents I found it very engaging and though provoking.....a book not just for kids. I went on to read the next book....had to find out what happens to the characters. Brought to mind Joan of Arc, young girl pushed into a difficult dangerous heroic role.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2T6Q6RF45I98X?ASIN=0439023521	Same as book, no surprises	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Told in first person, which normally doesn't bother me, but this time did, due to the lack of detailed descriptions. I really wanted to read more than I saw in the movie.<br/>Other than the above, interesting book, a few things differed from the movie, but basically the same.<br/>Not the greatest Author, but good story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGO111C3WDWVB?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a futuristic story relating to world hunger in capsolated form. I would rather read a documentary about solving world hunger than read a story about people killing each other to keep the population at a minimum so enough food is available.  Perhaps the book is an alligory about the oil crisis we fight to maintain.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5QFDTUKYHKMW?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is just amazing, I loved the action, the adventure, the emotionally confused romance and (of course) the plot! It had me hooked on the first page and I know i'll read the next book. Great job Suzanne Collins! Love your work and hope you continue to enlighten the world with your literary knowledge and creativity.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TBHAMZS5R6JQ?ASIN=0439023521	way better then the movie (spoilers)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">In the movie they made katniss seem cold and distant. They also made peeta seem like he was selfish I thought the book would be the same, but it wasn't. I liked how much emotion was put into the book. I ended up being really sad for thresh and it really shows how the only people who enjoyed the killings  were the careers.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKH1W3IWE5R8F?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was a book that I was absolutely hooked into I read it in just two days because I couldn't stop reading I cried when Rue died and many other emotions crossed me now I am truly obsessed over hunger games I'm going to read catching Fire next Suzanne Collins did an amazing job on this book she is my favorite author</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HCTJ8SD4MTYH?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing. And it's only the start.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">There is no words to how hooked this book gets you. Its a must read for anyone who think our materialistic entretainment-driven society is heading in the wrong track. It gets you from page one with its intriguing character. A character to look up too. A story to discuss and oh yes keep reading till the end of the trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17N5ENKKGG0IH?ASIN=0439023521	Very quick read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Quite the page-turner. It's  a bit of a younger book, almost like a Harry Potter, and could have benefited from some more adult themes considering the amount of violence. However it's almost a ""Disney"" kind of violence and not terribly inappropriate for pre-teens. Somewhat less graphic and dramatic than Lord of the Flies.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ET10OQ4MT9T6?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie before  I read this. The book is much more descriptive. Although written slightly strange, I found myself rereading over paragraphs several times to understand. Maybe that's just me or the interruptions at the time.. excellent book by all accounts. Tomorrow I start on book two of the trilogy! I can't wait!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GDKWL2UAN1XG?ASIN=0439023521	Refreshing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was so great because it was something different.  Most stories with a female lead are all about gooey romance and sex. This story shows a powerful female with a will to survive that takes charge. Romance is only a part of the story. It was refreshing to read something different from everything else in the mainstream.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8HV1NV8GJ0V7?ASIN=0439023521	OMG!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book is so totally amazing! i mean, after 2 WORDS i was hooked! its so sad how rue dies, tho. o well. at least peeta made it thru. he has a dum name tho. it sounds like pita as in the bread, and hes a bakers son. :^)!!!!!!!!! go team gale! i dont care that ""pita"" married katniss in mokingjay. go team gale! ;)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IGQAJ552YVRR?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was an excellent book.  It doesn't have the body of the Harry Potter series but so far it reads pretty good.  I finished it in a couple of days and I did enjoy it.  I'm not sure that what could have been done to make it any better.  I like the premise behind it and I will be purchasing the rest of the series to read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3W1BFW504HGLS?ASIN=0439023521	A real page-turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read many books but seldom follow a series. I did with this book. From the beginning, I thought How horrible. Oh my goodness. Oh no. All the while flipping pages to find out what happened next. And then I reached the end and said, ""Where's the next book?"" I immediately found and read it and then the next one. Great job!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YW1D2YOAKC8J?ASIN=0439023521	Adults Love The Hunger Games too!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games has already been reviewed by everyone. That said, I recently read the book and absolutely loved it. Don't let anyone tell you this is just a YA novel. We ""older"" adults love it too. Can't wait to read the rest of the trilogy. I also plan to see the movie. Suzanne Collins is now one of my favorite authors.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2L7G7MVQX29KG?ASIN=0439023521	Wow!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins is really on her game!  Hunger Games is truly a satisfying book that engages the reader from the onset. The heroine, Katniss, is thrown into a life or death battle of twenty-four competitors from which only one can emerge victorious.  Both girls and boys alike will enjoy this gruesome thriller story line.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2C3OVGUTVFTHP?ASIN=0439023521	Recycled entertainment	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a very easy and entertaining read. Collins does a good job in shaping Koushu Takami's stunning Battle Royale into a lighter soap opera that completely fits into to the youth horror/love drama genre that dominates American popular culture nowadays.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11QBBK9LOC58?ASIN=0439023521	Good but writing is too simple.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had put off reading these books because the topic of teenagers killing each other for competition was obviously off putting but I finally gave in to the popularity and enjoyed this book after all even though my distaste for the theme continued.  What this book lacked in depth of writing it made up by being adventuress.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2U6BJVUMAFBNM?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I chose this rating because there were lots of action and adventure in it with a perfect amount of description. I would recommend this book to book readers around the world that love lots action, adventure, and excitement. I would also recommend it to those certain people who love huge books and loath smaller sized ones.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RE3AVXU0AZ9S?ASIN=0439023521	a good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Story has been done before.  I preferred The Running Man, or I robot however this moved quickly and was an easy read.  Violence against children doesn't impress me, and I hope the other books take a different twist.  All in all I was kept interested and it was put together well with just a few twists to keep you reading.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1N18DVLS58BDG?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Really  well  written. Kept me on the edge of my seat even though I had already seen the movie. Kind of scary thinking that it's not out of the realm of possibilities that our society could end up like this if we don't pay attention to what our leaders are doing. Great read, can't wait to read the next two in the series.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NP0YPSMPEGD9?ASIN=0439023521	Truly a page turner!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I started reading this at the recommendation of my 12 year old grandson. I figured it would be a quick read and give us something to share and talk about. It was so much more. I read it in one day, not because it was just literary fluff but because I was on the edge of my seat. I will definitely order the next two books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32HZEC4MFXF6G?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is a very good read! The plot is interesting and the characters are well developed. I don't really consider this book appropriate for young or sensitive readers because the book is very violent. Definitely, this book is the best in the series. It also ends with a cliff-hanger so you'll need to read the trilogy!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHVYLWTA1JBD5?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely loved this book!. It was very descriptive and detailed which made it easy to picture in your mind what was going on in the book. I read the entire series and each book got better and better.  I thought the books were way  better than the movie. I would highly recommend this book to anyone who enjoys to read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZSBQL3DU3Z7X?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book because my daughter had to read it in school, and when the movie was set to come out, she wanted to go and see it.  Boy, was I in for a pleasant surprise!  She had the whole family (adults) reading it!  I couldn't put it down and was on the edge of my seat during the whole read!  I'd recommend to anyone!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RC53CQXUP5Q5V?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is such an action packed adventure that you will not be able to put down. It is very sad in some parts though. You feel like you are actually there with Katniss during the whole thing. If you have not read this book yet you should. As for me I am on a 3 week waiting list at my school library for the second one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MI88FW8SXMXV?ASIN=0439023521	Hard Story to Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have had a difficult time finishing this book.  I had heard of it so had it downloaded to my Kindle.  I couldn't get interested in it so I deleted it.  Then I found out when books are deleted from my Kindle they are still available from Amazon.  It is now on my Kindle again and will probably try to finish it sometime!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19TDBKIHM2MMM?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I suppose I'm doing this backward by reading the book after the movie, but I wanted to see why people were saying the first book was so much better than the film. It's a great story and I feel like you get to know the characters with more depth and details. Fast, enjoyable read.  I finished this book in less than a day!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25ZFM3NP6IBW9?ASIN=0439023521	Had to have it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After having read the copy of the book my son had lent me I rushed to get the whole trilogy for my Kindle.  I started  reading quite reluctantly and soon found myself on this roller coaster racing to the end!  I have read the whole trilogy twice and I expect  I'll come back to it, much like having a favorite meal again.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3Q8NKSKAEQ4H5?ASIN=0439023521	Riveting.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I devoured this book in less than 24 hours. Collins' style of writing and first person point of view make it easy to see through Katniss's eyes. The standard of living (or lack thereof) in District 12 also made me evaluate all the things I take for granted. I  would recommend this book to ANYONE looking for a good read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DV6BFFN5ECHU?ASIN=0439023521	Love this book so far	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought this book to read via my Kindle Fire. I had heard about the movie but have never seen it. I was leery about the book/movie. It sounded depressing listening to others describe it, however I decided to purchase it anyway. It is very good so far. It's a unique story and it makes me think of the tv show Revolution.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSRU689SOVPZP?ASIN=0439023521	Pleasantly surprised	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was quite pleasantly surprised by this novel. From the first scenes, the imagery captured my attention. The plot contained just the right balance of suspense, action, romance and trickery that I was completely glued to the story the entire time. I also loved the warning of what could become that underscores the story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJXZX2IUT7G1Y?ASIN=0439023521	Decent book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It reads very quickly. It is great when traveling as it is easy to pick up. You dive in directly in an interesting story. The post-apocalyptic work described has some charm, but It was not as great as I thought it would be. I am currently reading the next book and maybe I will edit my review when I finished the trilogy.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38L0FVTPJKMQ3?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Honestly, going into this novel I was expecting a bit of an easy teen read. However, I couldn't have been more off the mark. This is a remarkable story, and to explain it anymore thoroughly would ruin the experience completely for the next reader. If I can offer any advice it would be to not pass up this gripping story!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FJNXYUX329LY?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing book. I literally got it today and just finished it. One of the best books I red. Really appealed to me through the hunting and gathering during and before the arena. Really hope the next book includes those elements but I doubt it but honestly the story has pulled me in so I will be reading it as soon as I can.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRKIN3H02NHY5?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games surprises	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Not having read the books,  I was reticent to see thismovie,unfairly thinking it was another""Twilight"" bore.  Nothing could have been further from the truth.  Intelligently writen, well acted and wonderfullly acted this movie deserves the hype.  I have since read the books and look forward to the next additions.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUVBQ54DUM81R?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games riveting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The author pulls the reader into the story immediately by forging your connection with the characters...their families, their back stories, their daily struggles.  Katniss is an unlikely heroine, especially in her own eyes--but as the story unfolds, her true character is revealed.  This is a great adventure-filled read.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3H3USDSYWWASL?ASIN=0439023521	the hunger games geek	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">omg i loved the book sooo much i couldn't stop reading when i brought it to school in almost every subject i got in trouble  for reading it during 7th grade math class i think it is a very well paseed book in bed i would sneek in my kindle and  nonstop read it is just that good and the movie is awsome to i'm team Peeta!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NBXDIZGX39Q4?ASIN=0439023521	Held my interest throughout	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was drawn to the book because I heard the movie was very good. I  also heard about Suzanne Collins,but never read any of her books. I think she holds interest well but feel some aspects a little hard to follow. For example the television cameras always recording the characters. I found the cave recording unexplainable</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VDW1E0QGPFFS?ASIN=0439023521	Good.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was a wee bit disappointed because there was no dust jacket, and I don't remember seeing that noted in the description, but I won't  take away stars because it could have said it and I just missed it. It wasn't packaged extremely well, but decent. No markings or other problems with the book and it was shipped quickly.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11H5AIEO9XN9A?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hated the open as heck ending, but for sure makes you pick up the next one and dig in!  I didn't even realize this was coming out as a movie, and when I found out it made me pick up the pace LOL.  I must read before watching!! Can't wait to finish all three books!  The story draws you completely in on the first chapter.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROCL2LZ4E4140?ASIN=0439023521	Great trilogy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was an amazing trilogy.  I started the first book and had to get the rest immediately.  I can't wait to see how they manage to pull off the movies.  The worlds built were incredible and the action was nonstop!  I recommend this book for people of all ages.  Everyone I have told about the trilogy has enjoyed it too.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IXGQRHGCYSFB?ASIN=0439023521	Great for all ages	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This may be a young adult book, but it is certainly enjoyable for adults too. I was sucked into this series and read them all in about a week. The love triangle between three of the main characters gets a little annoying at moments, a little ""Twilighty"". Other than that, however, this series definitely deserves 5 stars!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3T29KIL0O900K?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I began reading this book thinking that it was going to be something that would just consume my time while I play the ""waiting game.""  I couldn't put this book down and read the entire thing.  I wanted more, so I bought the second and third books in line with this, but I think this book was by far the best of the three!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26TKPPLLKR69J?ASIN=0439023521	Brilliant	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I got this yesterday and have hardly been able to put it down since other than to sleep and eat ... It had me glued to it constantly.. Lots of exciting events happen and the protagonist is the sort of person that you could imagine as being your friend. Very well written and I can't wait to get the rest of the trilogy!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Q7NWE3YKSJ72?ASIN=0439023521	AWESOME AWESOME AWESOME	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you like graphic books..meaning that you like gory books you will absolutely love the hunger games. Its written completely from the main characters point of view and doesn't trail off into other sub-plots. very good read I read it in 3 days and it usually takes me 3 weeks to finish it definitely like this book!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1R75ENGNN50WZ?ASIN=0439023521	Pageturning rollercoaster!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you enjoy action, adventure, a bit of romance, wry commentary on current television programming, and sci-fi, you'll love this.  This looks like a spy/murder mystery, based on the cover.  It's not what you expect at all.  Word of warning-you won't put it down until you're finished.  Not just for young adults either.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RAZ8BPRFZMR2U?ASIN=0439023521	precise with todays entertainment	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i thoroughly enjoyed The Hunger Games. Not only was it precise with todays media, but it also taught a valuable lesson that will stick to ones heart. I was hooked to the story and reading through the wee hours of the morning. I will definitely wait for the next addition to SC trilogy. I recommend for all types and ages!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R346NL11JHJIKS?ASIN=0439023521	Depressing Concept	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I think the character of Gale could have been expanded.  The concept of the controlling government, the limiting of resources to the people, and then killing of innocent kids for the entertainment of a few was very depressing.  The writing was excellent and exciting to continue to read, I just did not like the killing.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25IVW31FYUL8G?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the, The Hunger Games<br/>This is a fast paced action packed novel with suspense to last a lifetime. Nothing is expected in this book which really just makes it better. The characters in the book are easily remembered. The plot is great and I like what Collins based the story off of (look on Wikipedia for that</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2G87M103F08HT?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is so exciting and full of action,it has a lot of detail. The plot is planned perfectly with the connection between Katniss and Peeta with the talkshow in the capitol how she gets mad about the ""star-crossed lovers"" rumour,and then in the games how it turns into something very different. This book is amazing.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TGZJLIQ49HO?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not p put this book down! The story was simply riveting and Katniss was the perfect unwilling heroine.  I could relate to her awkwardness, fear, disgust, hatred and sorrow.  Her confusion over Peeta is understandable too, but my heart breaks for him because his love is real. I can't wait to start the next book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FJ0OZN9W8EMU?ASIN=0439023521	Surprised	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed reading this story.  At first, I didn't want to read a book that was targeted for the young adults out there, but was genuinely surprised at the creativity.  I felt the author did a good job in letting me get to the know the characters and found myself wanting to find out what was going to happen next.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWIB8GVA69A08?ASIN=0439023521	None	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have read the book and seen the movie both interesting but also lacking that sence that something bad is going to happen to the characture that authors like john marsden capture and make you want to stay up late in bed just to find out what happens next. It was also a bit violate for me but it was an interseting read</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6XO9ZE611S4?ASIN=0439023521	LOVE this book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was hesitant to start reading this trilogy as I am not a Twilight fan and had heard it compared to that. But I (thankfully) gave in and started reading Hunger Games. I couldn't put it down, it is by far one of the best stories I have read, and I've read a lot. Definitely recommend reading it BEFORE you see the movie!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22FUT8TTEZTCK?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Book was well written and hard to put down.  Even with working full-time and taking care of four kids, I still managed to finish the book in less than a week; lost a little sleep over it, but it was worth it ;-)  I would recommend this book to others for sure...now, it's time to start on the second book in the trilogy!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HCGXMLLSP5L8?ASIN=0439023521	Wow.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was absolutely amazing. I couldn't put the book down from the moment I picked it up. Sure. It may be a little slow at the very beginning but it picks up quickly. The characters are mysterious and complex, but very easy to like. This is the best book I've read in a long time, probably the best I've ever read!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BUEH8N50XZ0I?ASIN=0439023521	A Fantastic Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of the best novels I have read in a long time.  I'm not sure why it's deemed young adult.  I'm 38 years old and my girlfriends and I can't stop talking about it and the sequel.  I have never read anything by Collins before, but I am now definitely a fan.  This book is a no-brainer - pick it up - you will enjoy it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24AJXDL6NO6IH?ASIN=0439023521	CANT WAIT FOR BOOK 2!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">THIS BOOK WAS SO AWESOME THAT I COULD NOT STOP READING. I WENT TROUGH EVERY EMOTION FROM SHOCK, STRESS, FEAR, LOVE, ANGER, ALL THE WAY TO TEARS. I READ IT FOR HOURS ONE DAY AND WAS ALMOST LATE FOR CLASS. I FIRST RENTED IT FROM THE LIBRARY AND WITHIN 10 PAGES I KNEW I HAD TO BUY IT SO I WOULD NEVER HAVE TO GIVE IT BACK.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GR14I31YTLDF?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">But watch the movie first, if you don't want to be horribly disappointed in said film, because this novel with crush that. Like a shriveled grape. A seedless grape. That being the case, just buy all three now, since you'll want to start the second pretty soon after, and the third immediately upon finishing the second.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZP488H1X8PC3?ASIN=0439023521	I love this book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love the whole Hunger Games series.  One thing that I really appreciate is the fact that the author brings the action to completion before moving on to the next book in the series.  The reader is not left in the middle of a scene.  The writing is excellent and the characters are very well crafted.  I love this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QGYM1WR1KTH8?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am doing this backwards and watching the movies first, then reading the books.  I am so glad I decided to do it this way.  This way I wouldn't be disappointed in the changes they made in the movie.  Great book.  Now that I have seen Catching Fire I can start on that book too.  Thanks Amazon for the free book lender.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3G63HN8Y0GUEU?ASIN=0439023521	Good Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love things involving dystopian societies, post-apocalyptic worlds, and the like. Very enjoyable (for me, I mean).<br/><br/>Also, people really need to stop with that whole plagiarizing Battle Royale (which is equally good) thing. It's true that they're a bit similar, but even then, the concept wasn't exactly new.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYS2FE61PK1LQ?ASIN=0439023521	Daughter's Review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My daughter is always into a book and usually a series. Going into the 4th Grade, this book is a little above her maturity level, but she found it very easy to read. Detail was good, storyline was easy to follow. She said it would have been more stars, but some of it 'was gross when it did not necessarily have to be.""</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7UX7B5RF2X2E?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great gripping book! I think the capital  uses the hunger games to destroy innocence, squelch any sense of hope and dreams of a better life. The use of children for their game serves to be a reminder that they have control to take the most precious of life, the district's children...a modern day version of Gladiator s</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3N4Q5I57B6T82?ASIN=0439023521	Intriguing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best written, and most creative book I've read in a long time.  I couldn't put it down. As soon as I was finished , I had to download Mockingjay, the second book.  Katnisss, the heroine, will steal your heart and break it all at the same time. It was colorful and full of action at every turn. This is not a chick book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8L3UY513NWJE?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">OH MY GOD!!!!!! The moment I started reading this book I couldn't put it down. When I first saw this book the title didn't really appeal to me until I saw the movie. Then I thought why not give the book a shot?? And now I don't regret it at all!!!!!!! Suzanna Collins you are my new favorite author!! I love your work!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IDX0BCUQLX9Q?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was a real tear jerker, especially when Rue died. I barely could keep myself from bawling like a baby. I love the Peetah Katniss combination. They are adorable together. I think ABSOLUTELY EVERYONE should read this book. I couldn't put it down. I've had a great time reading this book, and I hope you will too</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XEYG40YFIINF?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was quite good. I particularly enjoyed the thriller qualities that the book had during the games section.  My hands were sweating through the entire novel because I was so into the story.  I definitely think this book is a treasure that every person should read.<br/>Zachary B. Medina,<br/>Author of Decador</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YEZMJCVVE6K7?ASIN=0439023521	Very interesting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was very interesting book. I recommend you purchase all 3 parts at once because you just can`t stop reading till the end. For me it was a two week reading marathon, and I couldn't separate myself from the book or stop thinking about the story. I think it is very good for teenagers and it has a big lesson behind it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TTDRIVW4WDQP?ASIN=0439023521	Good Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed this book and intend to now see the movie. I've started the second book and begin to the story arc developing. It's not your typical post-apocalypse tale, and for that I was really thankful. It might not be as deep and complex a story as some would like, but I think the majority of readers will be satisfied.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KFHYYPKVDFHP?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I started reading this book because I heard several people talking about it.  I could NOT put it down.  One cannot stop at the end of a chapter because the author  writes in such a way as to invite you to read the next chapter.  I loved it so much that I read the next two books in in the series.  It is very enjoyable.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KRPH5IGLEF0G?ASIN=0439023521	Entertaining post-apocolyptic-themed sci-fi.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Entertaining and at the time, a unique twist on the sci-fi post-apocalyptic theme. This is the first of a trilogy, and for me, it was the best of the three books.Worth reading. I also thought the movies did a fairly good job of capturing the books, so if you've seen the film, the book might be a bit of a time waster.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R186GXIF47CZ0Y?ASIN=0439023521	Mindless ... and Fun!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Guilty pleasure.  I really have enjoyed the movies from the Hunger Games series.  I was told by friends that actually read, however - that quite a bit was not ""explained"" in the second movie - that was covered in the book.  Perhaps I should take up reading to catch up.  Jennifer Lawrence continues to delight!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RF2Y5CUWWP1WX?ASIN=0439023521	love love loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the way Suzanne Collins used the words to paint a picture in your head. I really got the feeling that I was watching Katniss and Peeta going through their adventure. This is one of my favorite books and I will definitely be a hunger games fan no matter what!!!!! AND MAY THE ODDS BE EVER IN YOUR FAVOR!!!!!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XT4UGK302H50?ASIN=0439023521	Pleasantly Surprised	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had obviously heard of the book and what it was about and did not think the subject would interest me.  In fact, I thought it sounded pretty awful.  Friends kept recommending it, so I tried it.  Could not put the book down!  Grabbed me from page one.  Cannot wait to read the two others in the trilogy.  Well done!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZB67WVEJMIZO?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved Suzanne Collins' s first book, ""The Hunger Games."" It is a mixture of romance, excitement, and survival. My favorite part must have been the days Katniss spent with Rue. Rue reminded me of Prim, too, just like Katniss said. I would recommend this book to anyone who loves a thrilling, adrenaline-pumping story.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JSKNI9TT8DJ4?ASIN=0439023521	Powerful, conflicted, easy read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I tore through this book in three or four days. It is extremely well-written. The writing flows smoothly, which makes it easy to read, while at the same time bringing up loads of emotion and moral conflict. The moral ambiguity in this book makes it very thought provoking. I'm ready to read the next one in the series!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VLB8890SNLK5?ASIN=0439023521	Pretty good!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was griping and I enjoyed it, which is very important, but the writing is a bit simple for my taste and I wasn't surprised by anything until the very end. Still, it was pretty good, and I plan to read the rest of the series. I suggest if you're reading it for the first time, don't read it for the hype, like I did.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WCV46DPFZGLM?ASIN=0439023521	simply amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Thrilling book kept me on my toes. The author wrote this book in such a way I could really get lost inthe world she painted. This book keep me sliding to the next page and not wanting to put it down. I even read it in line at the grocery store on my kindle app almost thankfully for the long line to get to the cashier</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2M12ZLZZ3F4MQ?ASIN=0439023521	Engaging and Entertaining!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Could not put this book down. I am not a huge fan of post-apocalyptic books, but this book rarely focuses on that aspect. It deals more in the realms of society, courage, love, and most brutally: violence. I recommend to anyone who enjoys a gripping book that has you engaged with the charaters and what they do next.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16BG9ILI59IAW?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is an awesome book. Very well written and easy to follow. I read it, then my 13 year old son read it and he enjoyed it alot. I have since passed it along to someone else, and they can't stop reading either. This is the type of book that keeps you up late at night because you HAVE to know what is going to happen!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13RYOEDJ2I28S?ASIN=0439023521	Cannot put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">With the current popularity of this series, it might be unnecessary for one more person to chime in.  Here I am doing just that.  When you start this series, buy all three books (including Catching Fire and Mockingjay) because you will want to immediately know what happens next.  I wish there were more installments.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RR6YPWD2CMDO?ASIN=0439023521	Could this be our future?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Certainly gives you something to think about. Well written and kept my attention, I didn't want to set it down. Our world could certainly come to this if we don't pay attention. I  would recommend it to anyone who loves to read and think.<br/> I am 80 years old and my teen age grandkids enjoyed it as much as I did.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HY3DQDP2YUMJ?ASIN=0439023521	Loved this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book. There is so much saddened and death, but it pulls you in. I never liked the capitol in the first place, what they do is just wrong. It gets more horrible for those victors, Katniss, Peeta, Haymitch, and Rue, Rue ending was just wrong, don't worry Katniss gets revenge on the person that killed her.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UPWMFEIVJQY8?ASIN=0439023521	Different from what i usually read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was not overwhelmed by the story, it was very sad tho. I will read the other bc of the ending. I have to finish reading the story. Katniss was brave and daring but was still just a kid, confused about alot, but knew how to survive. Same with Peeta, but his feelings were more honest. Seems he was alot like his dad.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39BXRWBRB66V?ASIN=0439023521	The book vs the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie first which I loved. I have wAtched it four times. Having now read the book, I have to say the book is better because it is written from a first person point of view with Catniss' thoughts and her experiences whereas the movie was from a third person observer point of view. Both were quite effective.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9BH8AB9KBHH1?ASIN=0439023521	Seriously addictive	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So, I'm over 30 and ""The hunger game"" is considered to be a youth novel, But I just couldn't stop reading this book (while 'Twilight' and I didn't really connect). The suspense, the plot, the characters, the unexpected turns, the depth and sincerity are all so compelling. I highly recommend The Hunger Games.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHWBW8ELXYLYC?ASIN=0439023521	Most Overrate Book Ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I can't believe people are calling this book the next Harry Potter-it is in no way as good, nor as captivating. The premise is interesting, but its execution falls short of all the hype this trilogy has received. I mean, seriously, people, it's not genius! I don't understand why people thought this book was so good.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3T9CCR1RCE09A?ASIN=0439023521	Hard to Put Down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was an excellent read.  I couldn't stop once I started and at the end, I immediately went and purchased the 2nd and 3rd in the series.  I fell in love with the characters and I felt like they were set up extremely well.  The action was well described and I felt like I was in the moment throughout the book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HCC9YRG7MGSL?ASIN=0439023521	I hate reading but love these books!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't even like to read, but I loved reading these books.  Can't stop reading, can't put them down, when I do put them down can't wait to go back and resume reading to see what happens next.  When finishing all 3 books can't wait to start over reading them again.  Can't wait for the movies!  LOVE THE HUNGER GAMES!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZM2PB8YG1IZX?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">hunger games is an amazing book it kept me on the edge of my seat the whole entire time. I enjoyed all of the action packed parts and how detailed everything is. I really enjoyed this book and i dont recomend it to the faint of heart because of the violence, but to anyone who enjoys a good action book, go for it :]</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RAIKF05X0THDG?ASIN=0439023521	Best of the 3 books	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is awesome! Suzanne Collins did a marvelous job creating the Hunger Games world and also coming up with such an inspiring and beautiful Character - Katniss. This book is such a good read for girls and boys that need to understand that even the smallest of difference can impact a persons life for the good!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12HHF9NP0B2CM?ASIN=0439023521	Avoided reading this for awhile, but...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The last sentence of the first chapter had me hooked, if I wasn't hooked before then. The cave scenes dragged on a bit for me, and I shudder even thinking about Cato's long, agonizing ordeal in the end. But this book effectively got me to read the sequel, Catching Fire, which is probably my favorite of the trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HBWC1BD1YMBZ?ASIN=0439023521	Movie is good, but the book is better!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Even if you've seen the movie, I highly recommend reading the book. There is a lot of information detailing the motives of Katniss found in the book that isn't mentioned in the movie. It turns The Hunger Games from a dsytopian action story to a gripping romance involving the no-win, hands tied situation of Katniss.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LAO9N0ZLRWVS?ASIN=0439023521	Love the Hunger Games!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was on my daughter's summer reading list a few years ago, and her friends told her it was great! When we ordered it we had no idea how popular it was, but she really liked it so we ordered the other two books as well. It arrived in okay packaging and took a while to arrive, but other than that, a good product!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GBOBOWH4KN8H?ASIN=0439023521	Really addicting!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I would reccomend this book to anyone, it was way more descriptive than the movie was. I'm glad I saw the movie first because if I had read the book first I think I would have been disappointed in the movie because it left a lot of things out. This book was a great read and I'm already starting the second one!!! =)</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9VPNWLZ02I9M?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I hadn't heard of these books until the movie had come out. I watched the movie then just had to get the book. I know the books are almost always better than the movie made from them. Knowing that I just had to read it. And I was right it was better now I'll have to read the others before they are made into movies.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R294PYRBDD2R5X?ASIN=0439023521	Super read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Although the premise is simple, the feelings evoked by the thought processes of the narrator are visceral.  It is disturbing, but mesmerizing.  I have read more subtle and well written books, but none that have made me cry at the harshness of life and the small gestures of kindness that surrounded the death of Rue.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36TQQRC32JPIQ?ASIN=0439023521	Feminine & slightly juvenile  !!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Was looking forward to eading this, and then progressing to the other 2 in the trilogy, but having read this, will not bother with the sequels. Maybe it is my age, and sex but found the story and writing a little juvenile, and definitely geared for a younger  ( early &gt; mid teens  female reader/s.  Disappointing</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLZ527SGPARFB?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very entertaining.  Loved it.  My dd and friends read it before the movie came out.  She then read other two books.  I didn't read till after movie came out.  Seems to match movie pretty much, but the part where the history of the pin is not in movie n dd wonders how or if they'll incorporate it into future movies.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3S3U6PAFU6SLL?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games on Kindle	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was my first download with my Kindle, which I have owned for many months. That's how busy I am in retirement!!! The process was much easie than I had feared, and once I caught on to the touch system, I enjoyed doing it. I'll finish the book in time, and will look forward to reading many more on my Kindle.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14M89H3ZGNS9K?ASIN=0439023521	Great read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Purchased ""The Hunger Games"" for my 12 year old granddaughter who loves to read. She finished it in record time and now is eager to get the remaining 2 books. She told me that she was ""hooked"" from the start and just wanted to continue reading. Loved the story and the characters. Guess I'm up for the other 2 books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRLP9WZMFHPNP?ASIN=0439023521	Dystopia!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a young adult, quick-read with themes that are reminicent of ""1984"", and the short stories ""The Lottery"" and ""The Most Dangerous Game"".  It's vividly disturbing,  but eye-opening.  I certainly hope that the next book explains how this society came to be!  I couldn't stop thinking about this story for weeks.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23L2G99ZFB7XX?ASIN=0439023521	A Great Beginning	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I can not understate how much I appreciate a book in a series that wraps it's own story up well. Too often the focus is on the story as a whole and I feel that individual books in a series are incomplete works. Not so with The Hunger Games. It's obviously part of a larger narrative but it tells it's own story too.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R166HIN2BIFHVB?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I chose to rate this book for a few reasons. The first being the amount of anticipation and exciting each new chapter brought me. I made the mistake of watching the movie before reading the book but yet I still felt the excitement to continue to read, even at 1:30 am. It's a fast read and appropriate for all ages.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MKVDIXUWH464?ASIN=0439023521	A great read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Just read this book a second time, and it was again engrossing. I'm amazed at the author's skill in inventing a totally alien place. Characters were all memorable. I would recommend this book to anyone 13 and over. I think the violence is too much for a younger child, although I'm sure many would disagree with me.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17H4FW1YBYXSH?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!Warning do not buy it from- FREE STATE BOOKS	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">DO NOT BUY IT FROM-<br/>FREE STATE BOOKS !!  They are Thieves they will never mail anythang!<br/>Its is a great fantasy novel for all ages and book is better then movie! 10.0/5.0 Get Catching Fire and Mockingjay too but buy fullfilled by Amazon may cost a little more but you will get the item and not get robbed!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCOL9NCGX98R3?ASIN=0439023521	Very good tempo... smart and entertaining.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I like the story of this book.<br/>It feels almost like a script... as if written to reach the masses.<br/>It's not a literary gem, in the sense of polish and depth... but it is imaginative and the story and characters really make you care to keep reading it.<br/>A light read, easy language... very descriptive.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3V0UF4RWH7KFF?ASIN=0439023521	i'm last to read it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am honestly the last person to probably read this book and still not see the movie yet on this planet.  It's fantastic and gripping.  Hold onto your seat because you can't get to the next page fast enough. i can't wait to finish and read more. I hope the series never ends. i'm addicted. And i'm not a big reader.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NJCIQICYJC0W?ASIN=0439023521	Katniss Everdeens amazing ride	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I chose this rating because I think that this movie was a 5 star thriller. I thought that this book showed lots of action and enthusiasm . Very well written and hope there can be more to look forward besides the new movies that have came out  or the ones that are  most likely going to come out. Go Katniss Everdeen</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZ6CSAKB75FD1?ASIN=0439023521	INSANELY RIVETING!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book will take you on a ride as if it were your own life at stake!  Manipulation at every corner.  Imagine living in a world where just being born makes you a target for ""Murder for Entertainment Television"". It is an annual event supported by ""The Capitol"". Leaves one wondering......could this REALLY HAPPEN?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29HTF9HVQN1UH?ASIN=0439023521	Katniss is on fire	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The character of Katniss is so well developed and easily relatable. The imagery is beautiful, especially the Capital and all the people in it. That girl is tougher than she realizes and yet so believable as a young teen confused about life and feelings and emotions. Seriously loved this book, couldn't put it down!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HH4MFGCOQZ2N?ASIN=0439023521	i love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie first, but I ended up liking the book better. the ending is different than the movie, which is also better.  I love the plot the most because it's unique and engaging.  I also love the love triangle part :)  Also, I never ever read books. And I loved this. It has made me want to read more books now</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R129TXSHMN0W27?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The best book I have read in a long time. It was recommended to me by my aunt and 13 year old cousin her were reading it for a book club some months ago but I just brushed it aside. Eventually I heard all the hype, and gave in. I can not say enough great things about the originality and writing style of this book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TTDSUU31Q588?ASIN=0439023521	Awsome book!!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was amazing!!!! I have long time I don't get a book this good. I cannot let go, I want more. If you want to read something that help you to forget the real world for a while this is your book. The heroine of the book very strong and I feel connected to her at all time. I can't wait to read the other two.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCS4R8YLO8C0C?ASIN=0439023521	Can't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow! I'm so amazed with this book, totally a must read. When I finished every page, I just wanted to find our what's next I couldn't put it down it was just so catching and totally one of my favorites. I just couldn't stop reading, and may I say I am not one of those who actually like reading. It's simply awesome!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BVBPRJE4X3W9?ASIN=0439023521	Book of a lifetime	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is a action packed, romantic book with surprises creeping around every corner. The internal and the external conflict combined with the events and characters made this book a action packed thriller and THE BOOK OF A LIFETIME!!! the sentence structure is goes great with the dialogue and vocabulary.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17YN9S1O8EOBF?ASIN=0439023521	Thoughts on fire	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Emotional, yet perfectly paced, this book is a page-turner. Although i was familiar with the story from the films, the book possesses a capability to stir emotions, quickening of the pulse that causes you to fear not only the simple turning of a page, but believe the reaping and the Hunger Games are a real thing.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1A4BNOV8BVBN4?ASIN=0439023521	Very Engaging for picky readers	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I haven't read a book that I enjoyed this much in a very long time. The author spared us from the trashy--sell the book! style of many books and movies that we see today. It was very easy to relate to the characters. I'm old, but the kid in me loved every 'on the edge' second of it. Thanks so much for writing it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20TMWCW7J6JUK?ASIN=0439023521	Great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's been awhile since I've had time to set down to read a book, television normally gets me my entertainment but this book has opened my eyes back up to the mind opening imagination process. Thank you Suzanne Collins for your master price and I look forward to submitting myself into your other works. Great read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UH483L5HRBAE?ASIN=0439023521	A must-read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was hooked on HUNGER GAMES from the first word to the last word! This book has a lot of action. Character development is strong. Suzanne Collins did a wonderful job with this book!<br/><br/>If you read this, please be sure to have the other two books on hand - you can't read one without reading the other two!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1J5MZVH6H6AMS?ASIN=0439023521	My review of the Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book, and everything about it. I love the way the characters are presented. I love how you feel the emotion, and the love between the characters. The way Suzanne Collins presents all the information in the book was perfect, I felt like I was one of the gamemakers watching every move the tributes make.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DPQ2N7SG2CVG?ASIN=0439023521	Riveting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't think I was gonna like this one since it's my 16-year-old daughter favourite book/series. But to my sursprise it was really good and I couldn't put it down, read the whole thing in two days! I especially Katniss the heroine, of course, but the description of the whole ""universe"" is also very interesting.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LE6PL4CQDBDF?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!!!:)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is awesome the action and the little bit of romance. These are the kind of books I love. The science fiction type of books. I can't wait too read catching fire. This book is a book and I suggest you should read it if you haven't already it'd just the action in this book is amazing  I loved it!!!!!:):):)</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R162B9G5NWQ8MP?ASIN=0439023521	awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i loved this book it was action packed and worth th price. so much better then twilight and other books like it although the movie director must not have even read this book for example  the mocking jay pin was totally different and at the end the execution was from being hung not berries but the book was awesome</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3V6GE3DBRU5CV?ASIN=0439023521	Hooked big time!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My daughter saw the movie with her friends and then asked for the book for her birthday! I thought I'd read the sample book and that would be it! No I could not put it down. Would read it every chance I got..Then had to get the next two books!! I have finished all three and my daughter is still on the first one!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3E704ADYLL4ST?ASIN=0439023521	review from the district of Panem	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins writes and I read. Never did I think I would enjoy reading a book that featured giant talking rats and bats, but the author writes so well she could probably write about packs of talking trash cans, and I would read it. Of course, non of these appear in The Hunger Games. Very entertaining reading.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37IG7306O8LLM?ASIN=0439023521	4th time reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If u like action and adventure this would be a good book for u. Katniss the girl on fire is awesome she is so adventurous. She is definitely not a Bella. She makes it feel as though your there with her throughout the book. This is my 4th time reading the book and I noticed a few things I hadn't the first 3 times.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HOY0Q2QGAPRA?ASIN=0439023521	A great book with more to offer	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book but it didn't deserve a fifth star. Suzanne Collins is a brilliant writer and her story is captivating but in several parts of the book I lost myself. I love imagery and I think it is an author's most lethal weapon. She does a great job in several places within her book but I truly wanted more.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NATP6XTNW4W6?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games Review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Some people Will say that food tastes amazing, or that was an amazing movie, but when people say that a book is amazing no words can put your passion into description, explanation, or thoughts. It's something better than words, it make you want to think, and when books can do that, all you want to do is imagine.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3544CC543PUQU?ASIN=0439023521	I LOVE THIS BOOK	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I chose this rating because I think Suzanne Collins very well described the events of the book. I also loved her choice of characters, and I thought she was very creative with the districts, and Capitol! Overall, I love this book because of the star-crossed lovers from district twelve! Nice job, Suzanne Collins!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BY6EPARU1EQL?ASIN=0439023521	A great young adult read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I flew through this novel- a relatively easy read. The characters felt real enough that I was genuinely upset for them... having said that- they could have gone a lot farther with this story; but but since I haven't read the other two books in the trilogy maybe I'm being unfair. A good weekend read, nonetheless.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUA1LAMIX7N7E?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games trilogy rocks	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book, the whole series actually, is amazing. very well written and timeless. everyone should read this. no matter what age, race, or religion you are i promise you will get something out of this book. this story will stay with you and be one of those you will not likely forget and will recommend to friends.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1I2PXJ7GJA4W?ASIN=0439023521	Good read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The movie, in my opinion, left something to be desired. The book is much better. It's easy to read and hard to put down. I'm curious how it caught on so much with females given how violent it is. I suppose marketing and the main character are responsible, however I enjoyed it regardless of the intended audience.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HF96WOOXG76E?ASIN=0439023521	I Just Fell In Love	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is probably the best start off to a series I have ever read. The action was intense, the emotions were pungent, the love was real. I'm a newcomer to this author and series (obviously) and I can say without a smidgen of doubt that I am so excited to start the second book. YOU SHOULD TOTALLY READ THIS BOOK!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/REGWZGSFC0OCF?ASIN=0439023521	It was a decent quick read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book will not make you think or change your views on anything.  It will not deepen your understanding of the human condition.  However, that's not what the author set out to do, so it's ok.  Good action, very quick read, I like this one the best out of the trilogy.  Haven't seen the movie, so no comparison.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32JA1P679JXUJ?ASIN=0439023521	Great, fun read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book (as well as the other two in the trilogy) kept my on the edge of my seat screaming more! The chapters would end at cliffhangers so I would have to keep reading to see what happened. It's an easy read aimed at young adults but I enjoyed every minute of it and learning more in depth about the characters.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROMC6SIRQTXQD?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">GREAT I LOVE THIS PRODUCT WILL BUY AGAIN.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVN0L2BLWC8XN?ASIN=0439023521	A sophisticated indictment of the trade in illegal amphibians	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Not bad, certainly far better than the movie or Divergent. Still, this is teenage schlock. Worth reading to see just how badly Peeta gets shafted in the movie version on this book when he is the only decent and strong person in a whole cast of louche ultra camp lounge lizards other low-rent amphibian riff raff.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11WHMERFEW07O?ASIN=0439023521	One of the best books I have read in the past few years!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A very good, fast-paced story. Only complaint is the never ending descriptions of food, though  I realize it is an integral part of the story. I have read all three in the series.  Disappointed it had to end. Characters were very realistic and well developed. Enjoyed the books immensely, ready for the next one.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2EB59R8UEJLSZ?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent writing, great story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Although I saw the movie first, I really enjoyed this book. It is written for younger readers, but I didn't think that it was childish. The story keeps your interest, and wasn't as graphic as the movie was. I recommend this for almost any reading level, but caution for younger readers due to the subject matter.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2U3D7TK9JENRQ?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book I can't wait to read the next one!I totally recommend that you read the book before you see the movie because the movie is nothing like the book. The biggest reason I am mad because the book the cornucopia is gold and in the movie it is silver. Over all I think everyone should read this book!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22U8KG9FS7PI8?ASIN=0439023521	Thrilling,inpatience,minebaggling.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">very interesting story with an unusual plot. Her mind is in the abyss. I read the first book in 4 days,{ was hard to put it down} Reading only in the AM for 1 to 2 hours. Her second was also uplifting, I'm now on the third. Can't wait to read it to find out the answers I have to all the questions it brings out.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3A7M57AKME2Z1?ASIN=0439023521	The bandwagon	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So I jumped on the bandwagon because a lot of my coworkers were reading the book. The story itself is pretty intriguing and suspenseful and you can't help but Cheer Katniss on as you read about her trials through the games. It hooks you in and keeps you there and that above all is what I enjoyed about the book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15WX9U79AX5GY?ASIN=0439023521	fun read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a great read.  I only read the book after watching the movie so there were a few spoilers but I was still surprised at how much emotion the book could still invoke.<br/><br/>I'm glad I read the book instead of just relying on the movie, the book is FAR better than the movie!  Read the whole series!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QPT3D8IEIJI3?ASIN=0439023521	Riveting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">On the surface the book is rather disturbing, the idea of a game which demands that kids kill each other for survival.  However, if you look beyond the horror of the plot, the book was excellent and the characters for the most part alive.  I totally enjoyed it and read the book continuously until I finished it.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CDGORUDUHVMZ?ASIN=0439023521	Magnificent story!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book after Stephanie Meyer post it on her web site and am I glad I did. I am a big fan of SM work. Loved The Host which is another Sci-Fi book and I thought if she likes it then I will. And I did! I could not put it down until I finished. It leaves you craving for more. Can't wait for the next book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18IF8FM9NI21U?ASIN=0439023521	I love books with strong female characters	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love books with strong female characters.  I was skeptical of reading this book at first, thinking it would be all blood and gore, but the storyline is compelling and I love that the protagonist is both strong and confident, yet vulnerable at the same time.  I think it's a great book for older girls to read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32JXAUY22W59V?ASIN=0439023521	GREAT, FANTASTIC, AWESOME BOOK EVER	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed  the book because it's nothing like the movie it describes a lot  of details and its just plain out thrills...<br/>  I REALLY HOPE YOU ENJOY THIS BOOK CUZ I HIGHLY RECOMRND IT (IF it my age (12) do t<br/> listen to your parents JUST READ IT ITS NOT VIOLENT AT ALL)<br/>  sincerely, SWAG girl</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GCFY0LDUOKS1?ASIN=0439023521	Intriguing and Stunning	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">An extremely intriguing story for any thrill seeker! This book kept me in the edge of my seat the whole time and spent an hour at a time reading it. The imagery is incredible and the book itself is also kind of a twisted love story. This fight  for survival is perfect for Anyone looking for a high action book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3O5E5Y91Q41ZG?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I can honestly say I've read the trilogy more than twice, I love the twist of romance were death is always a risk, I'm constantly on the edge of my seat even reading it again.<br/>Any teen could enjoy the book with all the action involved but the age range reaches far greater for anyone who loves a good book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23JSDZVXVY6PP?ASIN=0439023521	Great - especially if you think about it.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Might be a ""young adult' series but you know what - it's allll about modern society and reality tv and our perceptions and reactions to the world around us and how we dismiss the serious and the many sides of the world. I found this book to be inspiring and fantastic and a reminder of the world we live in.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1P4250BT32GU7?ASIN=0439023521	CURIOUS	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I watched the movie and was told a lot was missing from the book. So I wanted to find out for myself. The beginning and middle were very similar but the ending of the book explained a lot more than the movie showed. I liked the book and really want to continue reading the set. I can't wait to get the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OESUIOLDDO2F?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I gave this book 5 stars. I enjoyed the book. I laughed. I cried and I mourned the loss of some characters that grew on me. I would recommend this book to anyone who would enjoy a little bit of romance with the fight or flight routine. Great book. I can't wait to stay the next book in the Hunger Games Trilogy.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VHET4AMIG65U?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was pretty attention grabbing from the get go. I was iffy on reading it because of all the hype about it, I was afraid I would lose interest but once I started I couldn't stop. It's not a typical love story and I love how Katniss is so smart. I'm definitely finishing the series now that I've started.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4DVH915CVHIL?ASIN=0439023521	Great book and series!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the Hunger Games trilogy. At first when I heard of the book I thought it sounded stupid, but then when I saw a whole bunch of my friends at school reading the book I decided to try it. I thought all 3 books were great. I'm glad that I decided to read the books because it's my favorite series right now.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36GELQ1UXMDFR?ASIN=0439023521	great, e-z read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is a wonderful story about love, opression, trying to beat the system, family and community.  It is perfect for teens although I doubt one could get their 14 year old son to read it, his Daddy would.  My husband at 65 years is reading it now and loving it.<br/>You need to get all three books.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R250I0U1DG3BCB?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best book I have ever read and I dont usually read books. Couldn't stop reading it-read the whole thing in a day and a half. Worth the money! Went and bought the other 2 books.  I suggest just buying the whole set instead of one at a time because it is cheaper that way.  Cant wait to see the movie!!!!!!!!!!!!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FCNGRABP1S5U?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games-VERY ENGAGING BOOK	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought I would never find a book that I would love as much as I enjoyed reading the Twilight book.  This was an excellent and easy read.. I totally recommend this book.  I am currently half way through the second book ""Catching Fire"" and I am loving that one as well.  So far the first book is my favorite.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLRE7TACQQ8F8?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book and could not put it down. It is a YA book, but I think anyone would enjoy it. It has great characters and a great storyline. I read this book in two days and bought the second one the day it came out. Hunger Games is all about dedication, love, commitment, family, friends, and so much more.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HT685EDMGDX?ASIN=0439023521	Wow	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Ok... I'll admit it. I am a stubborn, stubborn human being. I heard the hoopla surrounding this book. I came to the page determined to download it THREE separate times. And EACH time I read the description and thought ""yeah this is NOT the book for me"". I'm not into futuristic ""sci-fi-ish"" books. I ""don't do"" post apocalyptic fiction. FINALLY after MUCH prodding from multiple friends that told me they never read that kind of stuff either... and they loved it. So I finally gave in and downloaded the book. Well as the title for my review says, all I can say is WOW.<br/><br/>I admit it, I hate when I come on here to read reviews and it seems like every single one says either ""It was a page turner!"" or ""I couldn't put it down!"" Well... this book WAS a page turner, and I COULDN'T put it down. I started reading this book right when I went to bed (mistake). I quite literally stayed up all night long and read. I HAD to finish this book. It was SO well written with SUCH vibrant characters, it was truly one of the best books that I have ever read. The story was fast paced, but not rushed. The story was complete as a stand alone, but left me very anxious for the next chapter. Every aspect, every facet of this book was an overwhelming success.<br/><br/>So if you're like me, and have been weary to get this book because ""it's not the kind of things I usually read"". PLEASE, learn from my mistake and click the ""buy now"" button. You will NOT be sorry!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RB4C6USQ26ZT7?ASIN=0439023521	I would recommend this book and am currently reading the second one	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put this book down towards the end.  At first I found it rather depressing, but eventually the characters' fate became engrossing.  I would recommend this book and am currently reading the second one.  BTW, the movie doesn't come any where near presenting the story with all its emotions and pathos.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FP5TXXQ8LGGW?ASIN=0439023521	Entertaining, action filled until beer the end	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Temperamental protagonist out of her element.  Everyone can identify with Katniss but she needs others to find her way in the world. Looking forward to the rest of the series to see if she can expand her character or remain closed minded.  I enjoyed the story until the wolves--thought that was a step too far.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1C8EZL2ZYNGLM?ASIN=0439023521	I had to get in on the action	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was sick of hearing people talking about the movie, and had to read the book to find out what the fuss was about.  I did enjoy this book, but I would hate to think the world would ever end up this way.  I went on and read the other two in the trilogy, as I don't like to leave things unfinished.  Great read.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2C37EXH0IXROU?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the book. Even though it was written for teens it has a universal theme that applies to all age groups. The movie ""Hunger Games"" was true to the book in every aspect. To get the full impact, it's essential to read the book either before or after viewing the film. Best book I've read in awhile.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RAP5LIKREQC22?ASIN=0439023521	Mesmerizing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have to admit, I read this book due to the reviews the movie had gotten. I had not seen the movie, but was intrigued. From the first sentence to the last, I was hooked. Not a word did I see out of place; no extras to distract. I would recommend this book to anyone who asks if they should read it. Wonderful!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22ZCZUWBUH0WE?ASIN=0439023521	Very interesting book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm a very slow reader, and became a person dislike reading. As my new goal, I tried to read the book before watching the movie. I doubted that I would finish the book. But the book is so good, which makes me want to read until the end. So for the first time I actually finish reading before watching the movie</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3O99KNTCRBVRF?ASIN=0439023521	Clear your calendar	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought it around 10pm to get half an hour of downtime in before bed and ended up reading until I finished it around 5am. Then I bought the sequel. My tip - don't buy this book until you can clear about 6 hrs of your life. Brew coffee. Have a Lean Cuisine on standby. You won't be able to stop once you start.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R83HDI1Q4JA60?ASIN=0439023521	Couldnt put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was skeptical about reading The Hunger Games because of all the press it has gotten, but eventually I gave in and am I glad I did. After reading the first page I was sucked into the world of Katniss and I read this book in under a day. Amazing and I'm buying the next one right when Im done with this review!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CQM6KK71BSW5?ASIN=0439023521	One of the best books I ever read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">From the moment i picked up this book i knew i was hooked with such compelling charaters and the numerous heart stopping moments this is definitly on my top ten list. Katniss has a place in my heart right next to Harry Potter and Percy Jackson. Can`t wait to read the next two books. Thank you Suzanne Collins.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IIENZ4IJU0UC?ASIN=0439023521	the hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed it right from page 1. Not my usual genre as I usually read realistic fiction but I recommend this book. One word of caution though- you can't read just book one.  It is a trilogy and it ends in a cliff hanger in book one. I am now reading bòok two to get answers to the unresolved plot in book one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IRDY11RZAQ33?ASIN=0439023521	Recommending trilogy to my 13 year-old grandson!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">""Hunger Games"" is absolutely awesome / great!  I read it on my Kindle in &lt; 30 hours.  I've got the next two books in the series on order, but may have to give in and download to Kindle also.  This from a 70-year old Gramma, who's recommending the books to my 13-year old grandson.  Can't wait to see the movie!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBIB83RPAV2IN?ASIN=0439023521	Very Good Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Enjoyed the books and the movies with grand daughters...See them as a parody of government today somewhat as Tolkien and Lewis spoke of war. While speaking of the bigger picture, the story line covers good human traits of love, protection, ingenuity, sacrifice.. good subject matter to discuss with our young.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JB2A4FII6HHB?ASIN=0439023521	A Love Triangle, Action and Adventure, what more could you ask for!?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Young adult literature has always been a genre that captivates audiences and this book is no exception!<br/><br/>From start to finish this book had no faults. Iwas on point always with its action and it's Sparks of love. I guarantee you you won't regret reading this book and it will leave you wanting more!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1R1IL17P6KG3J?ASIN=0439023521	What a spectacular book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is great I love it so much I can't wait to read the second<br/>I gave it five stars because like I said it's so amazing<br/>I would recommend this book to anybody<br/>If your not sure you want to read it because it's a big book trust me it's worth the time it's definitely in the top three for me</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PP6RWWTAC3RG?ASIN=0439023521	Wanda Gennaro	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well written. Exciting and thrilling. Great character development. Very descriptive  and clear  scenery depictions. I found it interesting that there was no God presence which added to the complete feeling of hopelessness and emptiness and yet  the relations of love was enough  to make the book worth reading</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3N941HIZRLIMN?ASIN=0439023521	Very good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is an exciting and interesting read. The plot is excellent and the characters are well developed. I am now reading the second book in the series and I have not been let down.<br/>Literature it is not, but The Hunger Games is a very good and well thought-out story that holds your attention..</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1N26RZN6U16TI?ASIN=0439023521	Read it once definitely...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Itsa bit confusig at first but as you start reading the concept becomes clearer and the u start o enjoy and then you can't put it down. Katniss and Peeta and Gale... are awesome. The heroine is self sufficiant and mature. Collins pays equal attention to each character and very character is equally important.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YOLKWP05EXML?ASIN=0439023521	Gripping	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">GOOD BOOK. The ending of each chapter keeps you turning the page to know what will happen next. Let's in the book do seem to get a little repetitive like every time Katniss is interviewed in front of the Capitol. Definitely interested in the sequel because the book leaves you wondering what will happen next.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPHN69KYDRP83?ASIN=0439023521	Deserving of the hype	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Sometimes there are books that actually deserve the hype they receive and The Hunger Games is one of them. A terrific and dark tale of survival in an evil authoritarian state. A future classic to be enjoyed for generations. I know Suzanne Collins doesn't need any more praise, but I'm happy to give it anyway.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OVW3UJF370HQ?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought this book was science fiction. When I heard it isn't sci-fi I decided to read it. Great story, built on imagination and a great story. It's not a deep read, but a great book to pick up when you have time. If you liked the Harry Potter series, you will enjoy this book. Now I'd like to see the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGDOQIHPZ6BS3?ASIN=0439023521	Th Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book because there is adventure,romance,drama, and finally death. I hate that it ends fast because I want to read the next book I am dying to read it. It is just like the movie but the movie has more detail than the book. My friend recommended this book to me and I loved it VERY MUCH!!!!!!!!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R82P5YLQMSAN3?ASIN=0439023521	Great series of books	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing how great this was - was unable to put the book down, and instantly wanted the other two books as well.  Well developed world and characters, and so much more story than the movie was able to put into a reasonable time - far easier to understand the characters, though the flash of the movie was good.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMCTB4231APF8?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I haven't read a good book in awhile. This one really reminded me of the feeling I get when I read a book I like. Throughout the story I felt as if I was right there beside Katniss and Peers the entire time. I've read better but I think this book is a great read and can't wait to read the rest of the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31JB4WQY55RI4?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was definitely a good read, considering that once I picked up the book, I couldn't leave my Kindle. Suzanne Collins knows  how to entrap her readers like the fate of the tributes from District 12. All I haven't to say is that if you don't read this book, you haven't come into the world of adventure yet.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27L86PEKDVJ2O?ASIN=0439023521	Easy Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The characters are well developed. A true release of the imagination into a future that interlinks quite ironically as a metaphor of todays society.The slow build up to the action sequence in every book in the trilogy, while predictable in written pattern, always has a well developed little twist. Well done!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DXW5E5V39FIU?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is an original concept which seems to have inspired other stories to follow suit. The book was very easy to read, and the words just flew off the pages without causing too many road blocks. The characters were believable too. I give the Hunger Games two thumbs up. Just don't watch the movie.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34HXOXR90X86I?ASIN=0439023521	Your heart hurts, and you feel fear with them.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book pulls on your heart strings, and makes you fear the up coming situation with the characters.  Katniss is sassy sarcastic and likeable.....The men in her life pull you two ways and you want them both to be happy with Katniss.  True Devotion to a human life is shown here....couldn't be a better book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1G5OX6QE4G3B7?ASIN=0439023521	Entertaining book, not really written for adults	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Ok, I would like to say that this is a very entertaining book with a well written plot and story to go along with it.  However, it was written for younger readers.  This is fine, but I did not realize this when I bought it.  However, despite that I was still greatly entertained and would recommend this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VLGJKT4Q0DLY?ASIN=0439023521	LOVED IT!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm 37 years old and totally LOVED this book.  I read all the Twilight books just to be in on the pop-culture scene.  But these books, SO FUN!  SO GOOD!  If you want to take a break from reality and be a tiny bit disturb, this is a good read!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DEDL3EL29OT7?ASIN=0439023521	awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book immediately captivated me. I initially caught onto the Hunger Games fever pretty late. I wasn't impressed by all the raves about kids killing each other. A co worker urged me to read the book after I bashed the movie. Needless to say, I thoroughly enjoyed it and finished the book in a couple days.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2B78ENUOFYIC4?ASIN=0439023521	BEST BOOK EVER!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I chose rating 5 because this book is amazing and I truly felt like Miss Everdean. It's so good I cried when it ended I really recommend this series/book. It leaves you breathless it's an action packed filled adventure . I look forward to continuing to read this series along with books from Suzanne Collins!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LH4UQQYQ62ZE?ASIN=0439023521	A great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Riveting, and a real spell binder. Even getting into the series really late, I did not expect to enjoy them because of the popularity and descriptions of the books and movies. I did not think it was the type of storyline I would enjoy. I loved every bit though and I hope the next two books are just as good!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FJDOJQ76C39R?ASIN=0439023521	WOW!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Resisted reading this one because the dark implications.  BUT now I understand all the hoopla.  Suzanne Collins is a captivating writer, even though she has a problem making complete sentences. I enjoy the present tense verb use.  I was pulled into the story, felt the hunger pains, and the fear.  Great job.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JBNWJVKFBYWS?ASIN=0439023521	Good Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hadn't read the series when it came out, but daughter had &amp; was able to borrow books 2 &amp; 3 from her.  Because I wanted to begin at the beginning I ordered Book 1, which arrived promptly, was read &amp; enjoyed, and then was returned along with the other two, so daughter ended up with the complete set.  Win/Win.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ULQU0T4VNLAG?ASIN=0439023521	So much better than just seeing the movie!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put this book (well, kindle) down! I can't wait to read the rest!<br/>this gives you a better inside look into what Katniss is thinking and feeling through the games. Peeta's character is much more dynamic than in the movie. they go a lot deeper into the history of the games as well. great read!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35W1Z3ROY9UT2?ASIN=0439023521	Enjoyable science fiction	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie first but still enjoyed this immensely. The book, of course, filled in a number of gaps but i have to admit I was a little surprised how I intensely it was focused just on Katniss' experience. I was expecting more story about people and events in the capitol and managing the game especially.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4JQ3O7A62PLM?ASIN=0439023521	LOVE this book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I rate this book a full five star because it was filled with excitement, curiosity of what will happen next. I am not a person who like to read, very few books interest me. I am glad I found this book, looking forward to the others. I would recommend this book to anyone looking for adventure and excitement.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IZA31WQRXNWK?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is not just for teens or woman its a great read for men aswell and im a 42 yr male and i enjoyed it and had to carry on reading the second one in the trilogy<br/>Enjoyed it very much so its defo worthwhile reading - its different and i guess thats why its a hit worldwide - enjoy and happy reading</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BZ90NPJPLM6X?ASIN=0439023521	hungry for more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">At the age of 37 I didnt think the hunger games trilogy was going to be my cup of tea, since they brand it as a teen thing,  but once I started this book I fell in love and couldnt stop, I was addicted.  I love the setting, the story line and the characters. Can wait to see the movie and finish the trilogy.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39M1ALHB4UT7W?ASIN=0439023521	The best of the three books	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This one is good, a tight story, few loose ends. I believe in the idea, how they force young people to participate. The end is good too. Missing a bit on the depth of the characters. Some parts, like the ones on the stinger jackers, are a bit too brutal. Well, for being a massacre, it could have been worse.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17AHF4BVBPVK4?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">There are few books that captive my attention than than than this  book.  I am reading the next book. My only regret is that I have no more more time on my break at work.  Well written, captivating, you appreciate Katniss, love her, admire her, wish we have more of her moxy in our ourselfs.  Highly recommed</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2N1YQDWIVL4NP?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed The Hunger games very much.I didnt want to read it as I am 71 and thought it would be geared more toward the younger generation . I started and couldnt put it down and immediately order the next 2 books.<br/>It was the first book I  read on my Kindle and I cannot leave my house without my Kindle.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31NNDHLW3TG8T?ASIN=0439023521	the best kind of book there was!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i was reccomended this book by a 6th grader, and i'm a 5th grader (elemantry). i was sucked in, and even though the kid against kid part took me by suprise, it still facsinated me. it captivated me! a must buy, and anyone who doesn't like even just a  little bit must not be understanding the book very well.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BI9LLAOEH9O4?ASIN=0439023521	Surprisingly Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It took me 48 hours to read The Hunger Games - I simply could not put it down.  I must admit I was a little wary of what I would find when I first cracked the cover.  The book was written to target the Young Adult audience, and I feared the prose would be dumbed down, the story muted.  This is certainly not the case.  There's been so much hype about the series, I was also a little afraid it would fall short of my expectations.<br/><br/>Instead, The Hunger Games surpassed my expectations.<br/><br/>I was drawn in from the very first page.  Suzanne Collins does a fantastic job of mentioning the Reaping and the Hunger Games early on without waddling into useless backstory.  She teases us with the names as she dives into Katniss' life.<br/><br/>The story is written in present tense, which is hard to pull off for a complete novel.  Collins handled perfectly.  After the first few sentences, I didn't even notice the different tense anymore.<br/><br/>The world of the Hunger Games is dreary, it is broken, and yet fascinating.  Collins describes it well, putting me into that world and letting me marvel in it without drowning me in needless paragraphs of description.<br/><br/>The concept of the story is fascinating, the characters even more so.  There's romance - but it's subtle, it's confused, and not in the slightest cheesy.  Katniss is independent and strong, a wonderful protagonist.<br/><br/>All in all, I was thrilled by this book.  I can't wait to get my hands on the next ones.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MR9I6S3LL1BX?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I decided to give The Hunger Games a try, since it was free through Amazon Prime. I was pleasantly surprised at how well written it is. I zipped through the first book and ended up buying the other two. Granted, the series is written for a younger audience, but I thoroughly enjoyed reading all three books.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28NR7GGK1TMGC?ASIN=0439023521	Good entertainment	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was entertaining. A quick read and engrossing.  I have nothing negative to say about it, I enjoyed it well enough. I do not however have the adoring, can't live without reading it reviews that most other reviewers had. It was enjoyable an I will definitely be reading the next book in the trilogy.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZXH0WESJYNC4?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing read!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was absolutely amazing!! I could not put it down and i could not wait to read more when i did have too!!!  I cannot wait to start book 2! I give this 5 stars because from page one to the last page was interesting and intense and could not wait to read what happens next! Not all books can do that.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1B1N83JRWQ8K9?ASIN=0439023521	Good book - better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book after watching the movie.  To  be honest, I really thought the movie was a little laborious and boring. I wasn't,t going to read the book at all but so many people liked I  I decided to go ahead and read it.  I thought it was a great concept and was well written. Definitely worth the read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QQZ4FYMO40FB?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">At first it seemed silly to read this book after having seen the movie, but it was worth it. Loved it. And somehow, even having seen the movie first, the writing is so well done your loyalty is to the book's story. I didn't believe Peeta in the film. I believe him here. So worth it. Impossible to put down.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1W3E71LGTX0ZS?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I kept hearing people talk about the Hunger Games and had no idea what they were talking about.  A co-worker suggested I read the trilogy.  Once I picked up the book I couldn't put it down.  Once I finished I immediately started the second.  It was definitely an easy read and i'm sure i'll read again soon.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SQQHMPY7VQ47?ASIN=0439023521	a mind blow	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">katniss, my hero forever!<br/>she wasn't prepared for her sisters name to be called. katniss was the one to take her place. the end, the couple of katniss and peeta split.<br/>(heres a secret, in book2 gale kisses katniss because he has a crush on her) by commenting on my review you can get the 2nd book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KSXZMCJFUA1J?ASIN=0439023521	pleasantly surprised	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wasn't interested in reading this book because I didn't think it was in my interest of genres. But I succumbed to peer pressure and was so glad I had. The Hunger Games is a good story line, full of suspense, and gets better as you get into it. Looking forward to reading the next two books in the trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28O9BBJQFV7X0?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was absolutely amazing! I read it in a day!! It's a fairly easy read that keeps you on the edge of your seat the whole time! Everytime I would take a break from reading, I felt as if I had paused a movie and couldn't wait to continue! Definitely worth the buy and I can't wait to start the sequel!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34IHZGPD1FKE7?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's always disappointing when the movie doesn't live up to the book. The book gives so much more to the knowledge of what our future could be. The author put so much into this, that you feel like your living right in the book. Enjoyed every page and couldn't wait to move on to the next book in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PI0AMU7KBSA3?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing, amazing, amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is for just about everybody. The beginning is kinda mellow compared to the rest, but that somehow adds to it. Extremely well written, very clever and just an amazing book. I don't care who you are, but please read this book. You won't regret it, in the slightest. There's a reason it's so popular.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WV227F88ELUP?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have heard so much about this book that I fanally broke down and bought it. The next day I was back buying books 2 and 3. It is the most amazing story with vivid descriptions. Suzanne Collins does an excellent job with the story telling and I highly recommend the entire series for readers of all ages!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QYQ3EA1NVKA2?ASIN=0439023521	5 stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you like books that have a lot of detail and interesting twists and adventure, i would totally recommend this book. It's full of action, little bit of romance, tragedy, and excitement. It's very creative and full of tons of different characters. I read this and thought it was good. Perhaps you may too.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Y7L91I5A9B9H?ASIN=0439023521	MUCH BETTER THAN EXPECTED	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">HONESTLY, I USUALLY STEER CLEAR OF MAINSTREAM TITLES LIKE THIS ONE. IT WAS, THOUGH, PLEASANTLY SURPRISING. THE LANGUAGE AND SENTENCE STRUCTURE WAS EXPECTEDLY SIMPLE, YET THE CHARACTERIZATION WAS THOUGHTFUL AND GENUINE. COLLINS HAS PRODUCED A YA Lit piece that deserves all of the accolades it has received.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AKTWYRONZOH9?ASIN=0439023521	Barbaric & Heartfelt	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book engulfs you into a different world! Page by page you are left with an edge of your seat experience like no other. Fighting in a barbaric manner and the author still manages to tell a profound love story where only death exists! This is truly a must read and can't wait to get my hands on book 2!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OQ5EAD632VX2?ASIN=0439023521	addicting read!  you will be hooked :)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">OMG, I so love the characters.  And the STORY LINE...GASP.  It is a real page turner, and keeps you guessing at what's going to happen next.  And you thought you've seen the worst of humanity?  Not yet you haven't. I can't wait to read the next books to find out what horrible futures await our characters.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JJVCN27M3YEE?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was an excellent book...the government's philosophy over the districts was intriguing and sad. It made me empathize the peoples' plight and I wondered how I would be able to bring children into a world where they would have to be sacrificed. I was enraptured and had a hard time putting the book down.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NAXALICFSIZZ?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very good book, cannot wait to read the rest of the trilogy. The film was a good movie, the book is even better. It's the type of book which makes you never want to put it down. You just want to continue reading, until it's over, and you're finally glad to finish it, but also upset that it came to an end.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWDPR7EAKYQ1P?ASIN=0439023521	Wow	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read the whole thing in like a day and a half. When my mother was doing my hair that is all I do  was read. This  is the first book I read  on my kindle I really like it. I'm torn with the ending because I it is a cliff hanger but I really won't them to be together but I also want katniss to be with Gale.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JKWQ4C1I57KD?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was told I had to read these books, I didn't want to but just watching the movie wouldn't do justice. I'm glad I listened! It took me a while to get into the first book. It started slow but once it hit the middle I couldn't put it down. If you thought the movie was good, you should really read the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DYZZPFZ3QXMN?ASIN=0439023521	loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved every minute of the read.  Quick read with interesting political undertones as to how we treat people, and how ""classes"" in society can have a real disconnect. Adventure had you holding your breath with anticipation of what next.  Enough sci fi to be fun, enough reality to be worth the time to read.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3U5YAL8JJ9WSC?ASIN=0439023521	Review of Hunger Games, 1st book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought this was a good book, so good and interesting that I bought the 2nd book of this trilogy on my Kindle Fire.  I'm reading it every night (which is a rarety for me), so you can say this book has my attention.  I also saw the movie as well, but the book goes into more detail.  I would recommend it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WC21YC6SOH44?ASIN=0439023521	BEST BOOK EVER!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was my favorite out of the trilogy (but I loved them all!). I don't think any other book I will read will compare to the ones in this series. The book is extremely descriptive, so it really makes for a great read! Words cannot describe how amazing this book is. I think everyone should read it :)</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SL3Y26AO440T?ASIN=0439023521	Engaging	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great book for anyone who has lost interest in reading. I have suggested this book to several friends that have stopped reading and they are now passionate readers again. This book is fun and engaging. You really get swept up in this other world.<br/>Warning: be prepared to fall in love with Peeta.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LWHRN0964YGB?ASIN=0439023521	I can't read fast enough	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a book club read. But we all loved it so much we made all three the book of the month. Not a person in the club had a hard time reading all three in the month. I believe I might have read them all within the one week! Loved, loved, loved it! I cannot thank you enough for such a spectacular book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TDJ2KWGTG1KJ?ASIN=0439023521	Very suspensful, keeps you wanting more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I listened to this as an audio book on a long drive and it kept me very entertained and waiting more.  You can tell it's written for young adults, but it was a really good story and it's very imaginative writing.  I'm going to pick up the 2nd and 3rd books asap, I can't wait to find out what happens next!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LDAIF2RV4PO5?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely loved this book- Collins pulled me in during the first 10 pages.  Such a great story and I loved that once I was done my teenage sister and her friends have passed around this book as well.<br/>Some of the themes are mature so I probably wouldn't recommend for kids any younger than 8th grade.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQLCSH9TIF043?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book, it's the perfect combination of adventure andd romance. Suzanne Collins knows exactly how to make the perfect story with just the right amounts of every important story element. Readers of all ages will enjoy this thrilling adventure filled with suspense, romance, and thrilling moments.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RAMSDGUPYVQTT?ASIN=0439023521	Engaging story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger Games is an engaging story of survival.  Katniss Everdeen's life is turned upside down when her Father is killed in a mining accident.  The task for providing for her family has fallen on her shoulders in an unfair world.  Read the exciting story to find out if the odds will be in Katniss's favor.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3C4ODLNFZZD1X?ASIN=0439023521	Not a waste of time	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">2 .5 stars.  An interesting supposition, but mediocrely written.  There are so many science fiction stories that are so much better.<br/><br/>The whole thing is written in the present tense only - Really?  The whole set-up for the story requires a HUGE suspension of disbelief. No character development.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14TMHCY99WY5S?ASIN=0439023521	Riveting and Entertaining	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's been a while since I picked up a book to read for the sake of reading. I'm glad I picked this one up -- except for the time I missed my train stop because I was so involved. It was so good that I'm working on the rest of the rest of the series! Great story line, excellent flow and very entertaining.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7DNLCJ47OF?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of the better reads for YA dystopian books.  I'm especially pleased to see a young girl as the heroine of the series.  The series is captivating and is a fast read.  However, it is not a book for escape reading because it is fraught with too many ""could be, might be"" scenarios for the future.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWH9ROIE1086P?ASIN=0439023521	Such a great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Such a good book, I borrowed this from a friend and had to return it before I could finish it. I immediately went online and bought it because I needed to own it and find out what happened! Such a good read, so is the rest of the collection. You go from loving to hating the main character and back again.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VQ3KPKGQGWUV?ASIN=0439023521	Love It!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've read the entire Hunger Games series more than a couple times but every time I reread it I get just as sucked in as the first time. Katniss and Peeta are incredible characters and Suzanne Collins has mastered the ability to breathe life into them! Getting prepared for the second movie in a new weeks!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R154IYPDPN25WT?ASIN=0439023521	I <3 the hunger GAMES. !!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">OMG !!!!  They are right  the book is way Better than the movie I can't tell you every thing but it's very good it gives you details in your head of what's happinin and I accidentally saw the movie before the book so when you do that you no where it is in the book .. more reviews on other books tell me..</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CY5LESLV8QEQ?ASIN=0439023521	Crazy fun story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a fun story about the future. . .or possible future.  This is not a child's book.  I know that people are giving it to all the 12 year olds to read, but unless you want 12 year olds reading about children being gathered up to fight each other to the death for the entertainment of a supreme ruler.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KIJKI5BLESO4?ASIN=0439023521	Riveting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought I would not be able to get through this book. The whole premise behind it is revolting to me. But I wanted to see what the fuss was about so I gave it a try. I did not expect such a wonderful story of courage, love, survival, bravery, and deep caring for others. Can't wait to read the next one!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GEX9IEZ6Q61H?ASIN=0439023521	Great book, but...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was an excellent book with great action and believable characters. There are some gruesome parts that make you cringe and hope this plot never happens for real. But the story line in this book is one you can easily follow and get into. I recommend thus book to anyone 12 and up with a strong stomach.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R336Y846Z7D2CU?ASIN=0439023521	Very exciting...but basically everyone knows that!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After everyone has already seen the hunger games...its hard to write a review that gives good feedback. Honestly, the movie is quite similar to the book with a few exceptions. If you haven't seen the movie yet...I would read the book first. It is hard to read something when you already know what happens.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2AXW4TYD1QNEZ?ASIN=0439023521	I Love Peeta Now	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book in about five days because I could not put it down. I liked the movie (yes I saw the movie first) but decided to give the book a try. Loved it do much I bought books two and three before closing out my Kindle app. LOVED Peeta in the book! Can't wait for Catching Fire. Already started it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OP0VIGTUFH0J?ASIN=0439023521	I Liked it, the Kids Love It.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I got this just before the movie came out so I could know what was going on when my kids wanted to see the movie. Honestly, I liked it quite a bit. This book really works. My children also read it and they loved it. Funny thing is none of us have seen the film. We'll have to wait for Bluray. Recommended.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKOJGAKA9RF74?ASIN=0439023521	Great easy read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought the book was really engaging, it made me want to continue reading throughout.  The hunger games gets more and more interesting and exciting the more you keep reading which is why I really enjoyed it.  They never seemed to be a dull part of the book and I would suggest anyone of any age read it.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GDZOU0O8PRB0?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is the first in a trilogy.  The book was fast paced, interesting and had characters, which kept me wanting to read more.  I could not wait to read the second book.  I never would have read this book had it not been for the book club I belong to, but I am glad I did.  I really enjoyed it.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33PI07550SG1G?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome and gripping!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Really enjoyed this storyline and the idea of arenas being fought between teens and in different outdoor settings..The book was captivating and I just could not put it down, reading it through the night, the next morning quickly downloading the second book. I really hope the movie will live up to this!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6UU5BY8YQHSE?ASIN=0439023521	A Great Book - I Can't Wait to Finish the Trilogy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was the first book I read on my Kindle, and I have to say I was impressed by both.  The book was fantastic.  The author creates a world in such a way that you are immediately immersed into District Twelve.  I have just finished the book and have ordered the second two, and can't wait to get started.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3A2SUSRMN1NVY?ASIN=0439023521	A must read book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Once i started reading this action packed novel, filled with romance i could not stop!!:) Its always making you second guess whats coming next and how this horrid game will end. Will katniss win and risk love or will she come out on top with both? Or will she be the one who is sentenced to her death bed?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2S50F3PL13M56?ASIN=0439023521	I really enjoyed this book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed all the twists and changes that gave suspicion all the way through the book, a good page turner! I would recommend this book to anyone who likes adventure, scifi, romance or fiction. I would say it's like a pg-13 kinda book. I would definitely read it again, and cannot wait to watch the movie!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPTWQOTABYNFH?ASIN=0439023521	ghihyu	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Uh igbiyvihbihvih oh iyvihbihvihiygihboh igbiyvihbihvih iyvihbihvihiygihboh iyvihbihvihiygihboh yogihvihvihg iyvihbihvihiygihboh iyvihbihvihiygihboh iyvihbihvihiygihboh iyvihbihvihiygihboh outhouse ubiquitous oubouobuouboub oubouobuouboub oubouobuouboub oubouobuouboub uobougoubuobobuoub ugcyf ugcyf guff</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIA22NVGHX3T1?ASIN=0439023521	Thoroughly enjoyed it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had wondered what all the fuss was about so decided to see what this purported teen novel had going for it. To my surprise I thoroughly enjoyed it and was able to create my own images of the world in which she/they lived. Even seeing the movie afterwards didn't take away from the pleasure of the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KU1Y6HGV86TK?ASIN=0439023521	Good Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I found that I was engrossed in the storyline even though I didn't think I would like the book; I thought it was only a ""teenager's"" book.  I'm 67 years old and only read the book on the recommendation of my granddaughter although I have to admit that I also liked the entire Harry Potter series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20ZSWLT5FBTOY?ASIN=0439023521	Hard to put down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Although the writing seemed simple, the story was repetitive and there was nothing but trouble, I found it hard to put down.  I kept hoping things would get better.  I ended up having to read all three books, but I really enjoyed the audio book.  The voices were perfect and I could listen while I drove.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1L34YEPDAQ0G6?ASIN=0439023521	a Great Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After much debate about reading this book...I finally decided to read it. I'm glad I did, I have enjoyed reading this very well written book. The plot held my attention all the way through, full of surprises, action, suspense, and emotions. All in all...a great book...I can't wait to read the next book!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QAIJYWEI1CTQ?ASIN=0439023521	Deeper than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">To me this story helps me see my life as a movie, a story outside myself.  We are all the Game Maker and the Tribute! It's a metaphor for life.  Obstacles will always be thrown in our path, just to see what we'll do, how we'll handle it.  Just got to remember why we create such challenges for ourselves.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35ZXBPLBMKOZV?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games books	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read all three books and could not put them down.  The story line was continuous, the characters were well described, and there was constant action and adventure.  There is a lot of blood and gore so I do not recommend it for children or junior high aged kids.  It's a great read for adults of any age.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3STDEVMHKI569?ASIN=0439023521	O M G!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">when a friend of mine first recommended this book, i thought it was a complete waste of time. but after the first few chapters I couldn't put it down.<br/><br/>the concept is great, just like ""Lord of the Flies"" without all the metaphorical undertones.<br/><br/>cant wait to read the rest!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11JSO3OWSZSDX?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Books always seem better than the movie, I recently watched the movie and I had myself wonder what the three fingers in the air meant. I rented the book and six days went by and I realized I fell in love with this book. Books explain more in details, this book was really good. I definitely recommend it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XMN3WVA82W5?ASIN=0439023521	Spellbinding!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">From the beginning to the very end, the author grabs your attention and lets you feel all of the excitement, danger, and suspense of the Hunger Games!  You, too, will become entangled in the story of life, death, and young love.  Must read!  Can't wait to read the next addition of The Hunger<br/>Games!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R156BDNTXCDMUU?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Although there is debate that this trilogy has been a copy of Battle Royale, the writing is undeniably great.  Suzanne's ability to convey pain is remarkable.  I was so disappointed when I finished this trilogy.  Fantastic read!  I would recommend this to any young adult looking for an adventurous read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTYRP5R2FCRVE?ASIN=0439023521	Hard to put down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The first book in the trilogy, 'the Hunger Games' deals with quite a dark subject matter (having teenagers kill each other for the entertainment of others). This book is very difficult to put down, and makes you need to keep reading, so be prepared to read the second and third books in quick succession!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R306CK8A02BZEO?ASIN=0439023521	I'm very pleased! :)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My order came right on time and in good form. The cover seemed a little worn, like it's been pressed between something and moved around a little, but it's not very noticeable. Other than this small detail, the book is in perfect condition. No bent pages, no rips, no scratches. It was perfect. Thank you!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JASEV3OU3NU5?ASIN=0439023521	For kids of all ages!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well written, great character development, interesting story!  Our resourceful Girl On Fire heroine and two male / love interests make some hard decisions in a hard world. This is a great read for all kids 13 through 99.  Lots of action, fast paced, not one you will want to put down until you finish it.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VJK6F9Q3J2HA?ASIN=0439023521	It got better	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought the book started off slow. It took a while to build up, but it flowed really well. It was slow, but not boring. The main character, I felt, was a little flat but I find that is often the case with young adult novels. After you get half way through the book becomes un-put-downable. A good read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R269WIQ16Z83UV?ASIN=0439023521	Daring Storyline - Incredibly Fun Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As I listened to my wife and boys discuss this book, I was shocked.  My curiosity drew me into their discussion and before long I found myself drawn into its pages.  I tip my hat to Suzanne Collins for crafting a storyline that pushed the envelope in such an enjoyable manner.  A must read for all dads!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PSDTIGZNL8AJ?ASIN=0439023521	Love it#!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">it's awesome!! so many great themes!! Action, comedy, romance something for everyone!! Katniss is such a complex and interesting character with her surly demeanor. Peeta is her balance in every way, her yin to his yang. This plus the setting, the themes, and wonderful writing make for a very good read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5UM3QE7F7XSI?ASIN=0439023521	a one time read *contain spoilers*	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i honestly was very shocked by the plot of this book, the kids killing kids part and how the Capitol thinks it a good show. but i liked the Peeta-Katniss romance which saves them both in the end. i guess love overcomes all. so to me, it felt like a book i`ll only read once. not bad but not my favorite.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2B4US7CAWCCC3?ASIN=0439023521	Four tone melody	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Although it has just begun I am eager to see how Katniss and Peeta will handle their new lives as victors. Collins writes in a way which compels and commands the reader to probe deeper into the darkness that is Panem. As dark as it may seem there is a stream of gleaming hope breaking through the night.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2P4HS0Z8SBNL4?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book if you like this genre	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">While this book is very well written and has a page turning story, it will only appeal to those  who are not bound to find realism in their story-line. If you like to fantincize a bit, you'll love it. If you're more of a history buff or like histroical fiction, you might find this book a bit out there.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HA2GMJ46XUWP?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent book. After reading this I had to get the next book. The characters and story were absorbing. I am just getting to the review but originally read this before the movie was announced. If you saw the movie you should definitely read the book if you haven't already. I highly recommend this book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2G4M5LZ04SZX4?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely loved this book I would recommend this to anyone one who lives action suspense and romance. Great job to Suzanne Collins you did a great job in making this book a successful one. I have read this book before but it just isn't the same when I read it again I never want to put the book down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11XV4JQSFDYUS?ASIN=0439023521	An interesting, breezy read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was my first eBook purchase for my new Kindle PaperWhite. I'm trying to get myself back into the habit of reading on a regular basis (for enjoyment, not work related reading). I read through this book easily and thoroughly enjoyed it to boot. Very good book and it'll keep your interest throughout.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FEXMCOLMXUOH?ASIN=0439023521	Could not put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I put off reading the books for a long time. I seen the movie and liked it even though I was a little lost. I read the first book so fast because I could not put it down!!! I think the idea is so original and unique. I already started the sencond book and cant wait to see how it all ends!! Great read!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36MCTHLNBNM8L?ASIN=0439023521	the hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well written story which moves along at a good pace. I hav'nt finished yet , so far so good! I saw the movie so the picture is clear in my head ( going through the fence etc.) hunting for food illegally is reminiscent of poaching -a necessity among the poor of Ireland in the old days of hunger.  Justin</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AH744X2EC6AN?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games a good Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed this book very much. The story line was good and realistic enough that weeks later I find my self still thinking about the story and its unforgettable characters. The plot is easy and straight forward and is believable. I like the lack of wasted words and descriptions that just aren't needed.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33HXEP9NGXU1K?ASIN=0439023521	Good clean book with page-turner excitement.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Someone suggested I read the book before seeing the movie. I am now on Mockingjay, the third book in the series, and highly recommend them all. I like that I can't predict what will happen next, or the outcome. How often can you find good, clean books with ""page-turner"" excitement? This is one of them.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36JXC9METQP51?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am not a science fiction fan but this 74 year young grandmother was curious about all the hype. I found it was so engrossing I could not put it down. Katniss, Peeta and Gale are wonderful characters. I thoroughly enjoyed this book and have also read and enjoyed both of the other books in the trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RRB6QK6XDFID?ASIN=0439023521	Choice for youths and adults alike!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a fabulous trilogy full of ups and downs, enviable and relatable characters, and an endless stream of action and drama. Entertaining to adults and youths alike; it gives us all a reality check and encourages us to think about the world we're leaving behind as well as the world we're inhereting.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/REPSQA32ACHO6?ASIN=0439023521	Brutal, Imaginative and Honest	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is quite possibly one of the best trilogies that has come out in the last 20 years. Suzanne Collins has a serious gift for the written word. The story line is gripping and heartbreaking and leaves you turning page after page. Overall, I really loved this book and would highly recommend the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LRF0JU1I2RTO?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic Novel	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I finished reading this novek this morning and the brutality behind Collin's plot really creates likeable, believable characters and an understanding from the audience's perspective that is far beyong even some of the greatest fantasy novels! This is a must read for everyone, children and adults alike!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZE5J277XD2?ASIN=0439023521	Love this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the kind of book I hate. Not because of badly developed characters or plot, but because I never get any sleep! When I read it for the second time I stayed up until 3 to finish it despite the fact that I already knew how it ended! READ THIS BOOK! It is definitely worth being a little drowsy. ;)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3EV5T97XKJYF5?ASIN=0439023521	Fun and Exciting Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great book for teens and adults alike. Never a dull moment, the characters are interesting and captivating. The issues of family, friendships, government excessiveness and social norms are easily relatable to modern day readers. The whole trilogy is powerful, touching and well worth reading.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19SMMXBVQ8WOO?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games Book I	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I never wanted to read this book because I really didn't think I would like it.My grandson and I read it together and I absolutely loved it. Tremendous imagination and well detailed characters. Well worth the read as long as you don't take the story literally and remember it's just a story.<br/>Carol</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1180O1427MSHP?ASIN=0439023521	Much better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I very much like books that are full of color. This book, like the Harry Potter series is like that. A very good read, although I would say that the first book is the best one. If you watched the movie first, don't let it color you against this book. It is a very different idea and well worth reading.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRH8BHVPX2YOE?ASIN=0439023521	I loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Was a great series. I suggested it to anyone who is looking for something new to read. Its a story that is easy to get wrapped up in and all you want to do is finish to see what happens! But then feel like you need to go back and re-read the story and catch all the little things you might have missed.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ENXZY21QU2EJ?ASIN=0439023521	a rare find	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I first started reading this book, I immediately knew I would have a problem- I could not put this book down! I did not think I would get caught up in the story but I was so wrong. It took me 5 days to read all three and that was after forfeiting much sleep. Definitely my favorite series of 2012.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5RW5WKPGZ7SH?ASIN=0439023521	Worth reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love the way Suzanne develops her characters and plots, specially in the first half the book. She does a great job also in the rest, but since the idea of killing each other it's not pleasurable and interesting for me, I don't like the part that game starts. I have to read it for my English class :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R81YP3ZBRRK2C?ASIN=0439023521	Extremely very good reading.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the best book I have read in a long time and I read lots of books.  Once I started reading it,  I couldn't put it down,  I just needed to know what happed next.  I have read all three books and will read them over and over.  I find something new each time I read them.  Very, very good reading.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R102A5Z909WM3J?ASIN=0439023521	oscars review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">best book ever i recomend it for all ages it is the book ever and dont just skip the book and watch the movie no you have to read the book .parents if yourr child thinks book are boring give them any of suzanne collins books. this series and gregor the ovelander series are even better than harry poter</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OX1QXPDK9CUB?ASIN=0439023521	a must read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Didn't think I was gonna get into it cuz of what other people were saying. But I had to find out on my own. Yea its grusome but its a fight for survival to feed their family. Wouldn't you? Great book. Lots of action.. I cried,  I laughed, I sing. I felt like i was there with them. Ready for the movie!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R265KJMVKF83MB?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely loved this book. I had seen the movie first so I decided to read the book too. There are some parts that are different from the movie but you can't always stay true to a book 100%. I personally would not recommend this book or the movie to kids though.  A little too violent in my opinion.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TVDP2CW59KWK?ASIN=0439023521	Well Thought Out Plot and Believable World	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins writes a believable world in which she does not try to answer every question, but let's the plot play out naturally. The reader finds themselves coming back again and again in their mind to chew on what they have experienced in the book. That is the trademark of well written. Good Job.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AWP9TBGAL9MB?ASIN=0439023521	great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Thoroughly enjoyed this book - I haven't read in ages, but received a kindle as a gift and downloaded the Hunger Games.  Price was right and easy to purchase by downloading.  Kindle is so much more convenient than the old paperbacks that I used to buy - lightweight and easy to read.  Great experience.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6U9W2FN90DRC?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is very interesting and captivating.i hated to put it down because it is so good.while reading this adventurous story i could imagine myself in this perticular  situation.it was a fresh idea for the future of a country that destroyed itself in the past and left itself with a cruel new world.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MTDXWRRQRVEA?ASIN=0439023521	Good, gripping reading.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought the Hunger Games might not interest me too much because it was rated as a young adult book, but I heard the movie was wonderful. I wanted to read the book before seeing the movie, to fill in the parts a movie always skirts. It was a wonderful book! I am now into the second book Catching Fire</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJWF4KPZPED8Z?ASIN=0439023521	hunger game r amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">most people when i try to explain what this book is about freak out at the sound of kids killing each other but the book is exteamly non stop proving something small can be part of something so big in a romantic thriller truly an amazing beautifly writen and diffrent i would like to see more suzzane!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FLJJEUPVR8J5?ASIN=0439023521	Enthralling read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book is fast-paced and a quick read so it really is hard to put the book down. I read it on a flight and was thoroughly entertained the entire way through. I had heard wonderful things about it, and it truly reached my expectations.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23X3HOM1KH23T?ASIN=0439023521	No ending	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked the insight into Katniss' thoughts.  The condition of Panem was almost like reality, bordering on fantastic. I hated that they created the dogs from the dead tributes, the pinnacle of cruelty. It wasn't enough to make these teenagers die so brutally, they were going to die twice, now as dogs.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RZP4F5I46L6Z?ASIN=0439023521	Great read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I kept being drawn back to the book. Read for pleasure, the story was fast-paced yet provided enough descriptive details that I easily suspended disbelief and emotionally connected. I haven't seen the movie yet and anticipate reading the other books in the series before I do to maximize my enjoyment.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1O431S9SS3MN1?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome Read!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow is all I can say about this book, it's awesome, I was hooked in within seconds of reading it. For an author to drag you right into the world so quickly and to keep you guessing as to whats coming next is incredible would totally recommend the Hunger Games Trilogy to anyone who wanted a good read.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZJFU1E2GCDAC?ASIN=0439023521	Nice plot and nice narration..	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">overall a very good read through and through. I went ahead and read books 2 and 3 in the series as well. It is going downhill from here all the way through to book 3. By end of book 3 you wish you hadn't read it. The characters, especially Katniss, loses her identity :( But the first book is awesome.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1EH2EZTLTFW5T?ASIN=0439023521	A FREAKING MAZING!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book started off extremely slow to me and didn't pick up until chapter 11.  Consequently, once  that happened the book was on a roll with the drama, suspense,shock, horror, love and non stop action. Each page was a treat to my senses and expansion of my mind. I can't wait to read the second book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QNO9L9SETPSZ?ASIN=0439023521	An amazing read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Initially, I thought everything I had heard about this book could not be true. I am a cynic and do not believe things easily. All I can say now is how wrong I was. I read this book in less than 24 hours--I simply could not put it down. It is thought provoking in ways similar to ""1984"" or ""The Giver.""</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZTMIT9P0RQL0?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have heard lots of hype about this book, but I've never been one to read the ""most popular"" books out. I read the first two chapters and fell in love! The way the book is written it is like you are standing there along with the characters. Awesome book and can't wait to read the rest of the series!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BEM9MQEV5IMS?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Really well written book. The hype stated that it targeted the same audience as the Twilight series. So wrong. This book is much better written, targets a wider age group and is stimulating enough to want to turn the pages. I have also seen the movie and, although enjoyable, the book is far superior.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31TTAFOAFJSM6?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read for all audiences!  Very intensive too; you never want to put the book down.  My only complaint is the occasional gap in time without explanation from the author.  Since I'm a very detail-oriented person, this was sometimes aggravating, but yet also seemed to ""close things out"" in the end.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ETZHS9LB1HCO?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely loved this book.  I would recommend it to anyone.  It had a great story line and it kept you interested.  It was very suspenseful and you wanted to keep reading to the end.  There were a lot of violent scenes which may dicourage some readers but overall I thought it was a wonderful book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UCSCG8PUXKH3?ASIN=0439023521	great book-page turner!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I got this for my kids but when I starting reading it -then they wanted to. We all had to take turns because we started fighting over who got to read it next... cant wait for next the book in the series... great for those into fantasy-type books with a little dose of realism as well. wonderful book!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMX2O0W8TTKNI?ASIN=0439023521	Perfect	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am so very late to The Hunger Games universe. This is the definition of a page turner. I stayed up late many nights and could not believe how quickly I tore through the book. The action was non-stop and the story line just so disturbing  and compelling. Can't wait to read the others in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19N1T3LVL5Z15?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought it was a great book, even though it was violent. I especially loved Peeta and Katniss in the cave, and I noticed that every time Katniss kissed Peeta a silver pot , kind of, would come to them and it was always something they needed. I could keep going but it would be really long if I did.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TMH9ORY3682A?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My husband has read all the books now and enjoyed every single book. He liked the books so much he could barely put them down. Over Christmas, he received Mockingjay as a gift and had it read within a few days. If you like excitement and a thrilling adventure, you will enjoy The Hunger Games series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BJSVSJWQU7BD?ASIN=0439023521	Loved the book!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I put off reading this for ages but when I found out that as a future high school teacher I might have the opportunity to read this with students I figured I should get a head start.  This book is 8th grade level but I enjoyed it even in my early twenties and I even recommended the series to my mom.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IIYXVDSJWIGT?ASIN=0439023521	great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I would like to have had a bit more info about what happened when the two returned home to their original places of living, or is that to be a sequel of this book and when is it expected out on the market?  I would surely enjoy reading a bit more about these young folks and their various adventures!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R261XPP908I76K?ASIN=0439023521	Five stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book, it kept you reading and I couldn't put it down because of the action and detail. This book keeps you in suspense and keeps you wondering what will happen next.<br/>I'm eager to read the second and third book sequel to the hunger games and can't wait to find out what happens next.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39BRMI06IQI47?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent and enthralling read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games Trilogy is an epic adventure that keeps you hooked right until the very end. I have never read so quickly, trying to devour as much as I could, reading all three books in 3 weeks. Suzanne Collins writes beautifully and allows your imagination to run wild. I couldn't fault the books!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33HL0HF13GPC0?ASIN=0439023521	Modern Rome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Really an engrossing story.  This is like reading about the games that entertained the Romans and kept them in line only with a modern twist using technology to help show how man can be cruel.  The tv part is  like Orwell 's 1984.  Hopefully man will evolve and no sink to such depravity.<br/>Audrey</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPPDB57215940?ASIN=0439023521	If you like 1984 and Brave New World, buy this book!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book. Lots of action and excitement.<br/><br/>I don't understand why this book is so popular with teenage girls. I have read Twilight, which is clearly written for teenage girls, but Hunger Games is nothing like Twilight. Hunger Games should appeal to people of all ages in my opinion.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZW1S8H0V85DN?ASIN=0439023521	the odds are in your favor	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">That you will love this book. This title was not gross or too graphic.  It set the series up nicely. I could not put this cook down. I wish I could say the same for the other books.<br/>I do believe this book would be interesting for male or female readers but most likely ones who are mature. Enjoy</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2K4JOV2G5SM53?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed this book.  I orginally read it because my kids had and the movie was coming out but now I have read all the books and read the first book again in anticipation of the movie.  I enjoyed it...  a little warped by wanting to kill everyone but you soon see the love and caring story behind it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RG82KEF28P8G3?ASIN=0439023521	My favorite in the series!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book just pulls you into Katniss' world and her experiences in life and the Hunger Games. Very engaging and I love how Peeta's character unfolds. The book is so intense in certain parts I found myself putting it down and pacing before I could move on. Just raw and real and vulnerable. Loved it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IKPPZGJLTE3J?ASIN=0439023521	It was awsome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">16 year old katniss is enlisted to the hunger games when she voulenteers to take her younger sisters place.  This is a great book filled with action and romance.  After u begin reading you wont be able to stop reading and want more. This book is recomended to people who enjoy a good fantasy story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XUX0RB1U3N57?ASIN=0439023521	It was a good read. Quick pace	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a good read. Quick pace. Exciting. I like understanding the innerworking of Katnis's thoughts and feelings. only giving it 4 stars for dragging out the story into 3 books. Makin me pay 3 times for one story. I'll most likely buy the rest of the series after I'm finished with my current book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XM7MEY08FH92?ASIN=0439023521	Very thought provoking	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Always makes me picture children in third world countries making goods in slave conditions for the west. I pause and wonder if one day the west could dehumanize children for our own entertainment as the Capitol has. Hopefully we will always remember we are human no matter what country we come from.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RK967SB95YVQ6?ASIN=0439023521	Catching, Action-packed, and a Love Story too!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I gave this book 5 Stars because it completely held my interest. I don't usually read this category of books. I was most impressed by the way the author mixed the need to survive and the characters together.<br/>I would recommend this book to anyone who enjoys action, soft sci-fi, or love stories.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TCUA2H99B0BO?ASIN=0439023521	The Review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I chose this rating because it's such a heart warming book. Romantic and mysterious you never knew what was coming next. For every part of the book my eyes were glued to the pages wanting to see what would happen next. I would recommend this book to every body it is amazing. A definite page turner.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2O89A9Y3CWIWM?ASIN=0439023521	Captivating	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">From the beginning I was intrigued about the book wanting to know the character's thoughts, which lacked in the movie. As I began reading, I became riveted to the story with anticipation of what was going to happen next. Definitely will begin reading book two, even if I have already seen the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCM62JBL9AKR8?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm sure my review will not be unlike many others, this truly was an amazing story. I've actually already bought the other 2 books and I'm really trying not to read too fast just because I don't want it to end!! If you're on the edge about indulging yourself... don't be! Consider me a fan, Collins!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CIZIRMQKYXCV?ASIN=0439023521	I love the Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Someone recommended this book to me a couple of years ago. When they explained the plot, I wasn't interested. But they kept telling me to read it, and I did, and I am so glad I did. This series is one of my favorite reads. I would recommend everyone to read these books. They are really great reads.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SWFEPD1ZBJJC?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I gave it 4 stars because it was excellent, but I personally didn't like the violent idea of teenagers killing each other for others` entertainment. I understand the reason why that was the case, but don't like the concept and wish Suzanne Collins could have made it a different competition instead.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15S7NTFY5RPLV?ASIN=0439023521	Multi Generational  Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well developed characters and story line  pull you in right from the beginning.  Not many books are likely  to be enjoyed  by a  60+ grandmother (me) and her 10 year old grandson and 11 year old granddaughter  plus all the ages in between, but this one did just that.  Can't  wait to  read book two!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PJLKXY7RKBC3?ASIN=0439023521	Quite a letdown	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I chose the book because of several different people suggesting it was a fun page turner.  Unfortunately, I found it to be dull, boring, predictable and slow.  It took me a month to plow through the book.  I found myself making excuses not to read.  The story may be more appropriate for a teenager.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NLJG9UES3BFU?ASIN=0439023521	If you liked the movie read the book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I know people say you should read the book first. That the books are always better but for me I love seeing the movie first and falling in love with the story line first and then diving into the book and going deeper into it. Because everyone knows they always leave the best parts out of the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2AB2QB365QOKI?ASIN=0439023521	Must Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This 3 book series is different and while it was written with young adults in mind any age bracket can &amp; should read it.  You find yourself really rooting for the characters.  You bond with them and when it’s all said and done, you still want more.  This is a series that really shouldn’t be missed.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1U6ZOX7SKJ9T8?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie before reading the book, so now I want to see the movie again.  I found the book to be a great read and it filled in the gaps that are always present when a book is converted to a movie.  The book and movie were outstanding.  I will read the second book before the movie ie released.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KZ21PXV806BS?ASIN=0439023521	Good story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie first and liked it so now I am reading the books. It's a quick read and good story,you definitely can't wait to start book 2 when your done. My one complaint is it seems I can't get through a paperback with out it falling a part these days. All my game of thrones books now this one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YFOEHQM64W26?ASIN=0439023521	Identical to movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had seen and enjoyed the movie, and hoped that the book would provide some additional background and details. I started reading it, and found that it was identical to the movie. I decided that I did not want to finish reading it. If you have not seen the movie, you would probably enjoy this book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10YRSBULT4BUI?ASIN=0439023521	Could this become our world?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Once I started to read this book I could not stop, I had to keep going and a few days later was wanting more. This is a grim and brutal book of how things could be in this world even though it is fantasy could it hold some truth to the possible future. It is a must read book to anyone's collection.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJD6SQSBWQDP6?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">An excellent book. Turn paging actions.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BP846PLRDTVF?ASIN=0439023521	So Awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Absolutely entertaining book! Loved it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OCEDM2YKO9WJ?ASIN=0439023521	An allegorical wonder	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins is a master word Smith as she tells a story that relates to societies of yesteryear as well as today. Even though this book is written in a first person perspective, you can truly understand the depth of the other characters. This book gives you a great story with a deeper meaning.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32YET95NT0VTP?ASIN=0439023521	AWESOME	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I got this book at 9:00 pm one day and read it throughout the whole next day. On the third day of having it I finished it. It's a great book. Don't get me wrong putting kids in an arena to fight to the death is bad and all, but overall it is a really good book. I would greatly recommend this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8CXXZ12SHHVR?ASIN=0439023521	I just recieved this dvd	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm sure that if it is without any flaws, I'll love it. I like this movie so much that I've read the 2nd &amp; 3rd books and now just about finished with the 1st one. I can't wait until the next one comes out this November. The books of course always have more detail but still the movie was fantastic.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PUCM0NWMBYIM?ASIN=0439023521	great adventure reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you are looking for a good book to read this is it.  Everyone seemed amused with this series so I did not get a chance to check them out until recently.  I loved the first one, I am now on the 2nd one.  My daughter convinced me to read them and watch the movie which I did.  They do hook you in.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VTHH70T0RT73?ASIN=0439023521	Review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow amazing<br/> As I read I could actually feel the emotions of the characters!<br/> Can't wait to read the next one and it was a shock that peeta didn't know katniss was just playing along. Even though I watched the movies like a million times first the book made me still want to keep reading!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3K21NIFEIKLC8?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I heard all hype about the movie so I decided to read the books. I wasn't disappointed, I really enjoyed all the books. I read through them all and couldn't put the Kindle down. Only complaint is after reading them all I went to see the first movie... Compared to the books, that was disappointing.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4PMQXG3A199O?ASIN=0439023521	WOW	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved this, fast paced and energetic with good characters, what more can you ask for! I recently read <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Time-Snare-The-Time-Snare-Trilogy/dp/B009PFMQ2G"">Time Snare (The Time Snare Trilogy)</a>and loved that, it was like Hunger Games on speed, but I preferred the slow build with HG. I sooo hope there will be a sequel...heres hoping.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MV5M9DTTIP4F?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful Series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">There are few books...much less series of books...that I truly enjoy.  This was probably my first actually.  The story line was absolutely terrific, the characters were wonderful and engaging and the action was fantastic.  LOVED IT from the beginning of the first book the the end of the last book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ECZS223OYGGH?ASIN=0439023521	Loved It!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'll make this short and to the point.  I wasn't sure if I would like it and I didn't...I LOVED it!  I could hardly put it down, but at the same time made myself take breaks from it because I didn't want it to end!  I am currently half way done with the second book and already purchased the third!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RY6PVLP9ZDXBQ?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games could quite possibly be one of the best books I've ever read. The writing itself was brilliant, with a unique plot and characters that you fall in love with. Couldn't put this book down. Thank you to Suzanne Collins for a book that will keep you thinking, long after you finish it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OY9K31OFLOIS?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing storytelling!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't have high expectations when I picked this up, but my best friend insisted it was an excellent read. And...she was right! I couldn't put this down. Great writing skills by Suzanne Collins and what a creative story. Loved it! Am just beginning book 2 and can't wait to see what happens next.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GO72X7O0UFE0?ASIN=0439023521	Won't let you down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I went straight to get this book after Stephenie Meyer's recomendation on her website.<br/>Great suspense read! It'll keep you up all night wanting to know what will happen next. It's odd to think this will be a series for the way it ends but I guess we'll have to wait to find out what happens next!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RT9DWIUWEPT04?ASIN=0439023521	Really I would have given six stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The story is one of the best I've read in years.  The writing style needed a little work (too many ""tags"" if there are only two people talking, it's not necessary to tell the reader each time who is saying what).  Other than a couple inconsistencies in the narrative, a definite must read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IL2PQNC4YW1E?ASIN=0439023521	Enjoyed it!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games proved to be a fast and fun read. While certainly not lighthearted, Collins did a fabulous job of creating relatable characters and weaving together a world that draws the reader in, as if one had grown up in District 12 with Katniss and Peeta, watching the games year after year.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRQX2BB0OARO0?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a book I did not want to read, but was forced to by my book club.  I could not put it down.  The whole idea of the story is horrific, and yet it teaches how important our democracy is and how easy it would be to lose it.  I ordered the next two immediately and could not wait to read them.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVS1GUXFZNE2Q?ASIN=0439023521	Don't put off reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I put off reading this series because it was written for teens.  My daughter who works with high school students told me I should read them a long time ago.  I was not disappointed when I read them.  I was worried that perhaps I would not like the ending but I was pleasantly surprised there, too.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13RYP9ANAXJ5W?ASIN=0439023521	Great book to submerge in	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Have now read this book a few times, and watched the movie on DVD, and still find that although I get lost in it for hours I am still finding little things I didn't notice before.<br/><br/>It may be a book aimed at young adults but this young (43) adult, lifetime fan of fantasy, still loved it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1H0500HE2CFPV?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Such a compelling read! I couldn't put it down for a second! And now a week later, I am still stuck in their world, thinking about the characters. It's maddening to have completed the trilogy, although I was pleased with the way it was done. I just need to read it again to savor each development.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RH4NF73NX2GUT?ASIN=0439023521	Page turner!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a futuristic tale that has an eery message about our current political environment and what can happen when we allow government to take our freedom. I couldn't put it down and then eagerly read the next 2 books as well.  I highly recommend it.  It is graphic and not for younger teenagers.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11HQ34LF177TV?ASIN=0439023521	Easy and Engaging Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I heard the words, ""post-apocalyptic America"" I was immediately skeptical. It was only after the recommendation of a friend that I took a chance with this book.  All I had to do was read the first chapter.  The writing is not hard to get through and it keeps you engaged.  Truly a great book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WATMQX7TE3CM?ASIN=0439023521	Tween novelist take notes!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Tween novelist'S need to pull their socks up and take notes because this is how it should be done. I am in my mid 20's and i still found this book enjoyable. It was well written with a refreshingly new concept. I enjoyed this book from the first page to the last. Two very enthusiastic thumbs up!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1811KM6U9SIRP?ASIN=0439023521	I thought that this book was a great start to a great series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought that this book was a great start to a great series. I watched the movies before the book series, which helped me a lot with envisioning things better and understanding things more. I think that Suzanne Collins did a well job writing this first book and you must stick with the series!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROSACEZ8CNMWJ?ASIN=0439023521	The book is always better	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I watched the movie before I read the book and let me tell you, the book blew me away. There is quite a bit more emotional depth to the characters ,but we can't expect Hollywood to be able to portray that, now can we? Makes it too real. Either way, I love the series and I'm moving o to book two.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WNBEK1E8Y51P?ASIN=0439023521	Now what am i going to read!?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the Hunger Games books, all 3 of them were amazing and I had a hard time putting them down.  I was so sad when I finished them because I didn't know what I could read next that I would enjoy as much. I found this article really helpful when i was deciding which books to read next:<br/>[...]</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LQ1QU1FESLIG?ASIN=0439023521	happy with the product	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was pleased with the quick shipping of this product and the packaging gave it extra protection!<br/><br/>The price of this product was cheap compared to the normal price you would find at a store.<br/><br/>The speed of shipment was very fast and it looks like it was just printed yesterday!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LWC46B1DD71D?ASIN=0439023521	Overly hyped.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's a pretty good book, and definitely interesting, but I only bought it because I like to read while traveling and I had a few trips coming up and decided to buy a few books. If you're a teen/pre-teen, I think you'll love it, but I'm 20 and kind of picky with books, so it wasn't my cup of tea.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R41L8EHQ6YW3W?ASIN=0439023521	Enthusiasm for the Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">very good reading!  This kept me wanting to read more and waiting for what would happen next.  It was refreshing to remember that families are important to some people.  This was interesting reading because it was not only suspenseful, but rewarding to find that the author focused on some people</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2V70QI76DD304?ASIN=0439023521	Very Good Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book goes into more detail than the movie (like always) but it's the added background you get about Katniss, Gale, and the rest of the characters in district 12 that make this an excellent complement to the movie. I can't wait to see how they tackle ""Catching Fire"" in the next movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MTSCF56MLHM6?ASIN=0439023521	Better than I expected by far	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I will be honest.  I read this book to see what all the buzz was about.  I was really surprised by how good the writing was and how much I enjoyed it.  The writing was much simpler than what I usually read, but the author makes it work well.  I am genuinely looking forward to the next two books.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34GOYWYNJZEBL?ASIN=0439023521	One of the best books I've read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Seems to cover every genre, drama, romance, action, suspense,while a constant battle of control vs rebellion is fought by every character. This book continues to draw you in and swade you attention, even if you've watched the movie and know the ending. I would recommend this book to most anyone.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NLLAS5V103NO?ASIN=0439023521	Reading the book before seeing the movie.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was so excited to finally get to read this book. I had heard so many good things about it and the book was anything but a let down!  I purposely waited to watch the movie until I had read the book and I am so glad that I did! It was very well written and easy to get attached to the characters!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZQD94JUH7JWP?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This trilogy is really well done.  Grabs you from the start, and keeps you wondering what will finally happen to the main characters throughout.  I love books that make you lose track of time, and make you wish your day away because you want to get back to the book to find out what happens next.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1F7E27KJCI80B?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games was the best	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't believe how amazing and mind blowing this book was.  The characters are attractive and extremely likeable, the wrtiing is beautiful and so full of desciption. The storyline is the best I've read in a long long time.  This book is so enveloping, I want to live in ""District 12""!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RULZZ4182ZACO?ASIN=0439023521	Saw the movie and thought I would read the book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Like all books turned into movies the book obviously goes into a lot more detail.  The characters are very likable and the story line easy to follow.  I was pleasantly surprised with the book and continued the second one.  It really hooks you in so you want to read more to see what happens next.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7O4HKKQ57SUF?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games seems to be a sort of metaphor for our times;  the way we celebrate  youth who are sacrificed in wars, the way the world views war, the deprivation, the pursuit of wealth, political propaganda and the revolutions which arise as a result.  No wonder the book is so wildly popular.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UTDFNY59CFM3?ASIN=0439023521	Must Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is definitely one of the best books ever. Once I started reading this book, I could not put it down.  It is my favorite book. And it gets better as you read through the series!<br/>I thought it was great! I laughed, I cried, it was just plain awesome!<br/>I loved this book, so I give it 5 stars!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KCSPHR08G3N7?ASIN=0439023521	Not just for teenagers !	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am what could best be described as a serious reader: history, biographies, complex thrillers, etc. When I opened The Hunger Games I had no idea it was supposed to be aimed at young adults (read: teenagers). I so enjoyed it that I have now bought the next two books in the series for my Kindle.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34QCD5U96HAZ1?ASIN=0439023521	Saw the movie first...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">and enjoyed it... so I got the books and read all three and loved them.  My least favorite was the third book, but I still enjoyed all of them greatly.  I read book 2 before the movie and book 3 just recently as the movie is still in production I believe.  These are good for teens to and adult.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R154K8DXM41R25?ASIN=0439023521	Just AMAZING....	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could never fathom how much I would get into this book! Took me less than 3 days to finish! I could not put it down and when I did it was extremely difficult! But if you are expecting the movie to follow the book you will be extremely disappointed because the book is a million times better!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R254AS307DOQ10?ASIN=0439023521	remarkable experience	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The world depicted is so effortlessly created, so easy to believe in and yet brilliantly complex.  The character of Katniss is beautifully inconsistent, and perfectly human in her lack of self understanding and the poignant struggle to figure out who she is.  A great read - over and over again.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RB07T4K4N6CGJ?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing  Book!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is so detailed that it's ununderstandable how someone could right something like this. I loved this book and can't wait to read the next book(very recommended Catching Fire.)and then th next one. Definitely get this book,and trust me when I say that it's not a waste of time and money!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/REX9HJCB6EAP2?ASIN=0439023521	DONT JUDGE A BOOK BY ITS MOVIES!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">at first i was a little sketical about this book... one was because im a twilight fan and the other is because i saw the movie and didnt like it that much.. but after a while i decide to buy the book and it is awesome... twilight sucks now and this is the best!!!! cant wait to buy the others!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3G3XL2G4NX794?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book! I wasn't able to put it down. I even kept pestering coworkers about my predictions...honestly the last book I've been able to read and make guesses to was the final Harry Potter book.  I believe that so many books are too cookie cutter, Hunger Games was a refreshing surprise.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R122Z9YNW9NOEY?ASIN=0439023521	Surprisingly good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After all the.<br/>hype over this series, I was expecting to be disappointed. Thankfully, I wasn't and found to be a rather engaging read. I liked the characters, especially Katniss and thought the whole reality Tv show take on things was rather unique. Simply cannot wait to read the next one.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2G7WAD7F1B7TJ?ASIN=0439023521	Surprised Me	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Initially I didn't want to read The Hunger Games because I thought the idea of book about children killing children was terrible and disturbing, but I found this book to be about so much more than that. I truly enjoyed reading it and will definitely be reading the next two books in this series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XXFGJE8AG0DE?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved it! I loved how Suzanne Collins perfectly outlined each character in a way that makes you feel like you know them and your in the book with Katniss and Peata! Running through the woods away from the careers, climbing a tree, and feeling some of the emotions they are! Five stars any day!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QOYDBYTE7YQF?ASIN=0439023521	the hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love the first book so far. Gives a human side to abuse at the hands of a goverment.enjoy the players and trials they go. Through.in the storey you fill how catness must be filling...the conflick between staying alive and needing to kill ones she ccare about. I truely wounder how we would fair?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18JV9PZRAQBBV?ASIN=0439023521	A good junk book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Not much for intellectual stimulation, though the author does manage to slip in some good prose. The story is a fun one to read. Collins introduces us to a world you want to visit agan. And the characters, though childish in their thoughts and conversations, are still interesting to read about.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R119LIOEKWFSN1?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing Book!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This Book is amazing! I read it like four times, and for only $5 thats a good price. I can see it perfectly in light or in the dark, and there is no glare. If you don't know a word you can look it up, and highlight a phrase or something with meaning. Overall this is a great that you SHOULD buy.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YYFKV9PU6YCN?ASIN=0439023521	breathtaking...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best book I have read since twilight series. Couldnt put it down and wish i had the next two waiting because I was left wondering and worried at the end! I love this book and cant wait to finish series and see movie! Has everything...drama, mystery, and a love story...keeps you on edge of seat!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10NX6NHZOLAK4?ASIN=0439023521	A Gripping Novel	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Maybe not a completely new idea, but it seems very fresh they way Suzanne Collins has imagined it, and told it to us!  Gripping! Could not put it down, and had to run out and get the other two.  Love this book, and so does everyone else I know!  Whether you are 14 or 44, it's an excellent read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3ZDR0QMFORAH?ASIN=0439023521	I loved all three books!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I can't say enough great things about this series.  I stayed up late many nights, glued to my kindle waiting to find out the fate of all the characters.  I found myself tearing up at the end of the final book.  To truly appreciate this story, you have to read all three books.  I loved them!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IW34YBW5S5X6?ASIN=0439023521	very good YA PA	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">the same friend who insisted i read the forest of hands and teeth was rabid about this book, and i see why. the basic concept is old hat, but the writing is new and fresh and there are plenty of nice twists. katniss is an appealing young character who's easy to root for. YA has come a long way.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Y5ZSXV3ANS3G?ASIN=0439023521	Exciting Read Will Captivate Readers	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This thrilling novel keeps readers on the edge of their seats. It has something to satisfy every reader, from romance to science fiction. An exciting plotline and descriptive writing make readers feel as though they are in the middle of the action. A wonderful read for teens and preteens alike.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GFV86OA2N8ZU?ASIN=0439023521	A short and sweet review (for those of you who can't stand the 10 page reviews!)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book.  Seriously, great.  I won't go into a description, but I would recommend this: DO NOT READ A LOT OF DESCRIPTIONS BEFORE READING THIS BOOK.  I think descriptions of this book give away way too much of the book.  If you can, don't read any at all.  Makes the book that much better.<br/><br/>This is a good book.  It moves at a good pace -- not too fast, not too slow.  It has adventure, suspense, futuristic settings, turmoil, personal pain, overcoming, a bit of romance -- but a GOOD amount of romance; there isn't so much you are rolling your eyes and there's just enough romance to make you wonder what will happen with the characters.  I can't stand a book that portrays love as sappy and filled with really sappy vocabulary; this book does not.  It makes you wonder what is going to happen next.  I can't wait for the next book.<br/><br/>I'd also say this book works for both guys and gals -- it is written from a girl's perspective, but it isn't girly.<br/><br/>Also, I'd say that this book really isn't for anyone under the age of 10 or so.  It's got some violence in there.  Some of it is a bit disturbing but definitely necessary to the plot.  I really think it is more of a book for the 15ish + crowd.<br/><br/>Do yourself a favor, pick up this book and read it.  Get yourself or your young adult daughters hooked on it.  This is MUCH better than the crap known as Twilight.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1G07UXQFTLMH5?ASIN=0439023521	Love the story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The whole story was truly fascinating. after reading the book, I'm pretty upset with how the movie portrayed it. The whole thought of one person's actions being able to upset a whole nation is really fascinating to me. I thought it was pretty well written and I can't wait to read the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RWRSFZI0STQ?ASIN=0439023521	Truly enjoyable!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't think I would like this book. I finally saw the movie which left a lot of questions and gaps. So I got the book. Well write I scored the tiny details and thought going through the character's head. I could feel the emotions and sympathize with the events going on. I am glad I read it.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLUKJG607SQZE?ASIN=0439023521	Breath Taking	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was amazing. I couldn't put it down and read it in a day. The surreal story of the characters really makes you think about the possible future of our society and world. I know I am thankful for my family and my freedom. This is not just a great read, but full of amazing life lessons.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LM9GTAJQQAO3?ASIN=0439023521	A riveting book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book and stayed up 'way too late reading it because I wanted to see what happened next. The end leaves one hanging, but ready to buy the second book in the series to see 1) where the author will go with the story and 2) what will happen with the love interests. I highly recommend.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QZJVMILODUPQ?ASIN=0439023521	Well worth buying!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Though written for teenagers, I feel that this book bridges to all age groups.  It is well written, has real dialogue and descriptions, and has life-and-death themes that appeal to overcome.  I enjoyed it and know it is one I will reread.  I'm happy I bought it - I will get my money out of it.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16LIZTIM0K38X?ASIN=0439023521	Donna 's two cents.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had the opportunity to watch this in the movies. I did enjoy it and thought how much better to read the book. How right I was. So much detail that you never knew took place in the movie. It's a great book for teens and adults alike. I just know you'll never want to put it down until it ends.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RM7A39V8GCL9E?ASIN=0439023521	I mean HG!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm just gonna say I loved this book, I could go into a whole explanation but I just really liked it, it's the type of books that gives you something to live for after you finish a really great series. It has a nice setting, characters that have life, and some actually interesting plot twists.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XTIEDOM390CT?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was so much better than the movie. It was both romantic and exhilarating. It gave you a glimpse of who the characters really are and the love they have for each other.<br/><br/>I rated it 5 stars because it was one of The best books that I have ever read. I did not dislike anything.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DZA1X4KTP14T?ASIN=0439023521	the real theme	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Look past the details of the plot and you will see that the books are about friendship, bravery, loyalty and generosity and how it takes great strength of character to stick to those principles under enormous pressure.<br/>I'm 72, male, and fairly unemotional, but it brought tears to my eyes.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QHS36DQI473O?ASIN=0439023521	Lots of Fun, Suspense and Plenty to Cheer About!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was a lot of fun. It was entertaining from start to finish. The book has a great hook - a society of underprivileged and abused versus the rich elite who force kids into a horrible game to the death! I can't wait to complete the trilogy and see what happens next for Katniss and crew.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUWYBW4BX7Z59?ASIN=0439023521	Can I give it more stars??? :D	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow. From The First Paragraph I Knew It wold be good. i cant believe peeta and katniss survived against cato with their injuries!! i wish thresh and rue didnt die though those were heart tugging moments!! this is a wonderful book i cant wait to get catching fire and mocking jay!!!  LUV!!!!!!!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6HFLNQ6QPBHO?ASIN=0439023521	The Most Thrilling Novel I Have Encountered	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Although my vocabruary is limited as is the case of a non-native, I could enjoy reading The Hunger Games. Now, I'm on Mockingjay. I'm totally absorbed in the story.<br/><br/>Grammar is easy to grasp. Mostly written in the present tense.<br/><br/>I recommend non-natives to read the trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36IXJWEQWBQF?ASIN=0439023521	It kept my interest	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I must admit I saw the movie prior to reading this book.  I found it disturbing watching children killing one another on the screen and was apprehensive in reading this book. ( Yes,I am well aware of children doing the same thing in not only this country but also in other countries.  It still doesn't change the aberration of act).<br/><br/>There are so many facets of the book that I could discuss and understand why it has been taught in some schools.  I am assuming the focus wasn't on the violent nature but the political, social, and cultural ties in the book to today.  I am not going into details of the book nor plots since readers can find this info through a search engine: I did. I found the book intriguing and kept my attention; meaning I could not put this book down until I finished it.  I have read some of the reviews from others who mention the difficulty of a parent allowing the hunger games to even occur when a child is chosen and not fight against it.  When you read books two and three you can understand why someone does not stand up against this act.<br/><br/>The point that captured my attention the most was how the capital controlled these districts with such an iron fist that it reminded my of the book called 1984- just not as sad or boring like the latter.  The author did a great job pointing out how vanity cane go too far at times.  She also did a fantastic job painting the oppressed in other districts and how survival or having a small meal is relished and not easily abused.  Are there some areas the author could have elaborated on certain sub-plots?  Of course she could but then some of those plots are clearly elaborated in books two and three.<br/><br/>The game itself and the author's imagination is something that left me in awe.  I would not have thought of some of those ideas or concepts (pods) to even cross someone's mind especially when it came to this portion of the book.  O certainly look forward to books two and three.<br/><br/>PS. I would love to know how this book became so popular and made into a movie?  I am not saying it doesn't deserve to be a movie, but wondering how this happen<br/><br/>One last thing: seeing a female as a protagonist is refreshing and hope there are other authors exploring this concept more thoroughly.  It seems a majority of films and books are written with the ideal that the world or evil can only be defeated by a male while he saves the damsel in distress.  Really?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZPNAQB84GBUV?ASIN=0439023521	People Need To Be Exposed To Better Books	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I decided to do something a little different with my review. I decided that it would be best to break this book down into its components so that my 2-star rating would make sense.<br/><br/>Protagonist: Every story needs a good protagonist, someone to root for and hope that they succeed over the antagonist (more on that later). Unfortunately, Katniss is a terrible protagonist. She was one of the most unlikable protagonist I've come across in a long time. She was mean, heartless, and just flat out boring. Yes, she took her sister's spot in the reaping and yes she feed her family. That was fine, but throughout the text, she came across as a (you fill in the blank). With such a horrible lead, it's hard to like a novel.<br/><br/>Premise: As far as premises go, this one has a big gapping hole that I feel needs to be addressed. The idea is that sometime ago, there was a huge civil war and the Capital came out on top and for punishment, the Capital forces its 12 surrounding districts to give one boy and one girl between the ages of 12-18 to fight to the death in a televised ""game"" called The Hunger Games. So, some genius thought the best way to force people into submission is to have them serve up two of their children in a televised death game? Maybe it's just me, but that seems like a quick way to reinstate rebellion, the thing the Capital wants to avoid. This empire is obviously ran by a not so smart individual.<br/><br/>Plot: We all know this song and dance, so I'll just skip this part.<br/><br/>Writing: The writing was average at best. As a reader, I love to highlight scenes that are well written or memorable quotes in the books I read. I didn't highlight a single word in the book. The simplistic writing was pretty bland and since it was written in simple present tense, the work read a little choppy (but I got use to it). No one ""said"" anything, everyone ""says"" things. That type of writing is used in a screenplay, not a novel. The novel was written in first-person point-of-view. This is very limiting as we don't get to meet any of the other characters except in brief moments when they contact Katniss. Besides that, given that Katniss is a terrible lead character, I could have used a break from her, but sadly, I didn't get it. Also, first person POV takes all the tension out of the story because the storyteller has to be alive to tell you a story. No matter how bad things got, Katniss had to live because she was our storyteller.<br/><br/>Action: The action was okay I think. Now that I think about it, I don't really remember much action in the book. I remember the (spoiler) apple land mine scene and (spoiler) some dude getting mawed by some overly sized wild wolves, but that's it. This novel was more focused on ""something terrible could"" vs ""something terrible could happen and does happen"" The action was typically over as soon as it began. If you're looking for action, this novel is not it.<br/><br/>Support Characters: This is where the novel is saved from a one-star rating for me. The support characters really shined in this novel. Haymitch was interesting and I can concluded why he acts the way he does, Rue added a level of emotional depth that Katiness was lacking, and Peeta had personality. He was funny, caring, self-sacraficing, and most of all, he made the novel bearable since Katniss did everything she could to make the reader suffer through her insufferable personality.<br/><br/>Story: This is where I let out an exaggerated sigh. In a novel, the ""story"" aspect is the emotional connection that we as readers get to experience while reading. Katniss left her emotions at home when she went to the games, so what do we have left? We had Rue who, as mentioned before, added emotional depth to the story and Peeta did as well. But in the end, the story boils down to a love triangle. How cliché and boring is that!!?? On top of that, the love triangle wasn't even a good one as it had no bearing on the plot what so ever and it was awkwardly forced. It seemed like a cheap last minute cash-in as a token part of books marketed towards a female audience (but that's just conjecture on my part). After all, from what I hear, a weird love triangle is what made Twilight so popular. Still, that's just conjecture.<br/><br/>Antagonist: This is where the novel really feel short. The antagonist is the Capital. Okay, I can go with that. However, the Capital was never personified. We only saw the games. In the Capital, the residents showered Katniss and Peeta with roses and they loved them. That's not the way you sell the antagonist as the antagonist. Furthermore, the residents in the Capital gave Katniss gifts to help her win the games (I know they were bidding on who would win and they did it for selfish reasons, but still, at the end of the day, they still helped her regardless of their motivations). By taking this direction, Collins made the Capital to be less evil. In retrospect, that would be like watching The Dark Knight Rises and Bane gives Batman some gifts to help him out, even though they are enemies and they are fighting. Something that stupid would make me walk out of a theater.<br/><br/>Message: All of that aside, what can we take away from this book that is not terribly obvious? The message that I got was that Katniss is a heartless creature that would do anything to survive. She didn't care who she stepped on, loyalty, honor, integrity, honesty, none of those things matter as long as you survive. That is a horrible message. Let me ask you this, isn't overcoming our base animal instincts one of the defining attributes that makes us human? Don't we all strive to be a part of something bigger than ourselves? Isn't it important to stand by your principles, even if that means standing against the world, for something that you believe? Even if the consequences are dire? Well, according to this book, having principles is irrelevant as long as you survive.<br/><br/>In summary, reading this book was like sitting next to a person you hate on an airplane. You can occasionally look out the window and see the clouds, but at the end of the day, you're stuck listening to a deviant.<br/><br/>Do yourself a favor, skip this book and read The Night Angle Trilogy.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NOYTINIKDT5?ASIN=0439023521	Interesting premise but poorly carried out	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I should start by saying that I'm a 63 year old male and obviously not the target demographic for this book. That said, I was tempted by this title when I first saw it announced a few years ago, but only got around to reading recently. It's a potentially interesting idea, but the book itself is disappointing.<br/><br/>I imagine everyone knows the premise, so I won't summarize it. My criticism is based on a poorly developed and implausible background, obvious authorial manipulation and poor characterization.<br/><br/>The background: The Capitol is supported by twelve regions, but we only learn a little about two regions, 12 (mining) and 11 (agriculture), with some references to the others. The regions have populations of about 8,000 each, and for the most part seem to have fairly low level technology, although two are described as involved with manufacturing luxury goods. In Region 12 there's no indication that the women or children under 18 work in the mines, so we're supposed to accept that well under 4,000 miners supply the coal needed by the Capitol. The workforce in Region 11 (agricultural) apparently utilizes more women and children, but it is still far too small (particularly given the technology) to produce sufficient food even if there are other food producing regions. The problem is simple: The regions are supposedly exploited and oppressed by the Capitol, but their economic value would be trivial and it's impossible to see why the rulers would bother. Put differently, they exist to support the story line, but their existence is arbitrary.<br/><br/>Authorial manipulation : Since the regions are essentially prisons and we're repeatedly told about the oppression, it makes no sense to then say that the populations of regions 1 and 2 are richer or more well fed than anyone else. The author uses this supposed class difference to imply that the richer districts are complicit with the games authorities, and to set up a rich kids (bad) versus poor kids (good) conflict. In addition, the rich kids are presented as arrogant and sadistic, so killing them is emotionally easy, and Kat does not deal with the real ethical dilemma of killing innocents. Instead, her enemies are so bad that it's clearly okay to kill them. The result is that the book reads like an extended high school revenge fantasy.<br/><br/>(SPOILER ALERT) In addition to manipulating the set up, the author uses what amounts to deus ex machina to further the plot. Perhaps the worst example of this is when Kat, having barely escaped a forest fire, climbs a tree to escape pursuit by four tributes from the two richest regions (her implacable enemies). In spite of her supposed woodland experience, to say nothing of her recent escape, it doesn't occur to Kat that climbing a tree makes her vulnerable to fire, but fortunately it never occurs to her enemies (or the author?) to set fire to the tree. Instead, after some slapstick individual efforts to climb the tree and attack her, they decide to wait her out by building a camp fire and sleeping under the tree until morning. Not surprisingly, this gives Kat the opportunity to counter-attack and escape.<br/><br/>Characterization:  Kat is bitter, self-righteous and a little paranoid, and develops not at all during the novel. Most of the other characters are little more than roles with names--arrogant rich kid/enemy, silly condescending adult, innocent victim/friend, etc. Some of this works as satire, but the overall effect is to make most of the characters automatons or straw targets. The book is probably too violent for younger readers, but for the most part you don't feel that real people are being killed. The cardboard environment is reinforced by the sketchy descriptions of the physical world and much of the action, and it's difficult to believe there's a real world outside of Kat's head.<br/><br/>I can't say that the book is unreadable since I did finish it, but I think it's main interest is as an enormously popular social phenomenon. There is a lot of better written, more believable YA fiction (including science fiction) available.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RL8VPYRHDH5J?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games Review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Imagine you're 12, and you just got chosen to fight to the death with other teenagers...  Just recently I was lucky enough to read the Hunger Games. Let me tell you it was like taking a trip into the future. I loved this book, and I would rate it 9 out of 10 stars.  There are 3 books in the series, so if you like this one you can continue the adventure with 2 other books.<br/> This book is based in the future about a young teenage girl named Katniss. The earth has been destroyed through war and other disasters. All that remains is the Capital City and 12 other districts. The Capital is made up of the government officials, and they have taken over. They have divided everyone into a district. There used to be 13 districts, but everyone started to rebel against the Capital. The rebellion was due to the Capital forcing the districts into extreme poverty. As a warning sign to the rest of the districts' the Capital demolished district 13. Every year the Capital throws an event called the ""Hunger Games"". This is where they randomly pick one boy and one girl, 12 to 18 years old, from each district, to fight against one another to the death.  This is a disgusting display of abuse of power by the Capital.<br/> In the Hunger Games there are a total of 24 kids competing against each other.  If you win you will receive many supplies so you can live like a king. Katniss lives in District 12. The only family she has left is her mother and her twelve year old little sister named Prim. Prim is now twelve, and is very worried because she is now eligible to be picked for the Hunger Games. Katniss often leaves District 12 into a forbidden area to hunt for food with her very good friend named Gale. Selling the animals they catch provides them money and food for their families. Katniss is very skilled at hunting with her bow. The animals cower in fear anytime Katniss enters the forest.  Katniss and Gale often talk about running away and surviving in the woods together.<br/> Prim is later picked for the Hunger Games and Katniss volunteers to go for her instead. After this happened Katniss and Prim both started crying like a bunch of new born babies. Another boy named Peta was selected as well. Since Katniss is going for Prim, she must complete a training course for the games. Katniss is getting advice from a previous winner named Haymich. Haymich is always drunk 24/7.  He is what keeps the liquor stores in business. He is far from helpful. One of his pieces of advice for her was, ""Here is some advice. Stay alive."" Such an obvious statement, Katniss was less than thrilled.  She also has to do several interviews for TV broadcasting. During one of her TV events she had an outfit that made her appear to be on fire.  That is when she got the nickname ""Katniss the girl on fire"".  This costume burned bright like the sun in the sky.<br/> Peta also gave the impression that they were lovers to gain favor from the viewers. Now they both have to act like they are in love.  This is beneficial because it is now giving them a wholesome and innocent image. When the Hunger Games finally starts everyone runs into the forest like a pack of animals escaping the pound. Peta becomes part of an evil group, but they are just using him to track and kill Katniss. She finds out about this and is furious with Peta. Katniss makes a friend named Rue. Katniss and Rue become very close. They plan to take down the group Peta is in. After they destroy the bad group, Rue gets killed by another contestant. Katniss, drunk with rage, kills the other contestant who killed Rue. Then she lets her tears rain down in remembrance of Rue. Later in the games there is an announcement that you can pair up with someone that is in your district. Katniss and Peta meet up. Katniss finds out Peta wasn't trying to kill her and she does her best to protect him. Peta and Katniss both survive until the very end like true warriors. Then an announcement is made that only one person can win.  This makes for a very tricky ending.<br/> This book has a great style of writing. By this, I mean the book has a lot of detail and descriptive vocabulary. The characters have creative names unlike something ordinary like ""Bob"".  It makes the characters stick out in your mind. When reading you will believe that this is what the future will become.  The book does a great job at sucking you in.<br/> If you really want to find out the end of this book I recommend buying it, or checking it out from a nearby library. The reason I gave this book a 9 out of 10 was because it started out slow for me. I was also not into the parts where the book talked about Katniss and Peta's relationship. I am not into romantic stories. However, the rest of this book was like a roller coaster ride.  It was action packed, and the details of the story will keep you wanting more.  If you want to get into the series start here because otherwise you will miss out on a bunch of background information.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VWCRNI85ELLU?ASIN=0439023521	Extraordinary story and excellent writing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">""The Hunger Games"" is an amazingly story presented with first rate writing.<br/><br/>After a series of catastrophes, with the population reduced to a tiny percent of the original numbers, the U.S. is now Panem, organized with twelve districts, each with a key industry, and the Capitol.  There had been thirteen, but the thirteenth rebelled, and was crushed.  Since the rebellion, each district must send a boy and a girl to the capitol every year for the Hunger Games.  This year, from the coal mining District Twelve, Katniss has volunteered to replace her little sister.  And the boy is Peeta, with whom she has always had a silent relationship.  And together, they enter the Arena for the seventy-fourth Hunger Games.<br/><br/>Ms. Collins demonstrates an impressive understanding of the mechanisms of tyranny.  Surveillance, high technology (but not implausible given current directions of research), brutal intimidation, efficient propaganda,  control of critical resources, and gladiatorial games all figure in the Capitol's control of Panem.  Control of food and entertainment, bread and circuses, are the heart of their control and the Capitol uses both to keep the districts under absolute control.  But by the end of the book, cracks in that control start to appear, like fine fractures in a dam.  This is the extraordinary story.<br/><br/>The writing is consistent with the first person narration raised in a coal-mining town where the sole purpose of education was to prepare men to work in the mines, and women to raise children.  Simple, accessible, and moving.<br/><br/>And if you don't have an urge to try archery after you've read this book, you were skimming.<br/><br/>A powerful story of a young woman who tries to protect her sister and defies an absolute dictatorship.<br/><br/>Edward M. Van Court</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15HKLL7CQ2IZG?ASIN=0439023521	A Thrill Ride from Page One	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collin's The Hunger Games is a dystopian thrill ride from page one.  The story is set in the futuristic United States which is called Panem and divided into thirteen districts rather than fifty states.  A fascist regime, located in the so-called Capitol, runs the nation where most people live in squalor as the people in the Capitol live a life of luxury.  In order to show its dominance over the other twelve districts, the Capitol forces each district to give up two children, called tributes, to fight to the death in the Hunger Games each year.  When Primrose Everdeen, little sister to the story's heroine, Katnisss, is chosen, Katniss volunteers to take her place.  The baker's son, Peeta Mellark, who once saved Katniss's life happens to be the other tribute.<br/><br/>The actual games don't start until half-way through the book, but events such as television appearances and training with the other tributes keeps the ball rolling.  Katniss and Peeta seem to bond, but both want to go home alive and only one can be the victor.  This leaves Katniss and the reader wondering if Peeta is the great friend he seems to be or if it is all a rouse to get Katniss to trust him.<br/><br/>The characters in the series are well-developed and though it's hard to warm up to Katniss because she is robotically cold, it's understandable how she became that way.  The rest of the characters are perfectly flawed with the exception of most people in the capitol and its ruthless leader President Snow who are just selfish and evil.  Collin's does a great job painting the horrible world in which Katniss lives, but her ability to hook the reader and set a fast pace is her greatest talent.  Overall, I recommend this book. I've read all tree in the series and can't wait to see what Collins has in stores for us in the future.<br/><br/>Written by Andrea Cefalo, author of The Fairytale Keeper series</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R158YIFJW15C11?ASIN=0439023521	Mediocre At Best	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Many people referred this to me as feminist, but that's certainly not true unless you consider having a female protagonist doing archery immediately feminist (in this day and age, I expect quite a bit more than that from feminism, thank you very much). Any female character other than Katniss is portrayed negatively, is unimportant, or gets fridged (if you don't know the term, look it up).<br/><br/>The book is poorly written and exceptionally bad in its pacing. The book wasn't the worst thing I've ever read (though that title goes to the third book of the trilogy--Mockingjay), though I don't recommend it for more than a cursory read. Suzanne Collins obviously did no research on things like archery or survival (crucial to the story). Trust me, it shows. The most egregious lack of research comes on the topic of starvation. Starving is *not* the same thing as being fashionably thin. In addition, poorly fed people don't grow up to be huge like several of the characters in this book (Gale and Thresh are the immediate examples, but there are others).<br/><br/>The plot is filled with utterly stupid contrivances and forced plot lines (the romance plot line, for example, makes absolutely no sense whatsoever). Peeta manipulates Katniss into a position of having to kiss him and then is actually upset that she doesn't genuinely reciprocate his feelings. Katniss thinks he has a valid complaint. What on earth is even going on with these people? (By the way: FEMINISM! [insert eyeroll here])<br/><br/>In other words, I don't recommend it if you're spending money. Get it from the Kindle Owner's Lending Library or your local library: don't pay for it. It won't hold up to a reread. One thing I will say is that it's a decent trashy read--but do yourself a favor and let the Hunger Games end with the first installment. Don't read the sequels. The quality declines steeply from here, and that's saying something.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NDFCWKBWJYL?ASIN=0439023521	A Strong Female Hero	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">There is hardly a need to summarize the plot of the Hunger Games. It is well known: For entertainment of the ruling class, each year 24 children are selected to compete in a televised battle in which only one can survive. The book has become an international cultural phenomenon, similar to Harry Potter in the stir that it has caused. Given this level of hype, I could not wait to read it. But I must say I had a mixed reaction. First, let me say that Collins, the author of the book, definitely knows how to ""turn a phrase"" and has written a gripping, exciting and complex story. Parts of the book will hold your attention and not let go (be ready to stay up late reading!). But some parts are ""oh so slow"". After the final battle of the Hunger Games, the book grinds to a slow death. The climax of the book is a letdown. I do not even know if you can call it an ending. It is just a weak prequel to the sequel. Nevertheless, you need to read this novel. If you don't, you will be the only person on your block who hasn't read it.<br/><br/>The major strength of the book is its female lead, Katniss Everdeen, who is strong and resourceful, and self-reliant. The book blasts straight through gender stereotypes like a bulldozer. The bow-wielding heroine Katniss is a true female hero who is emotionally and physically strong, and more than knows how to survive on her own. She does not need a man to protect her, and in fact, she feels compelled to protect the boy. The closest analogy for a positive heroine is Ripley in the film Alien.<br/><br/>The part of the book that I found less than satisfying was Katniss's relationship with her male companion, Peeta. Peeta saves Katniss's life multiple times, but she can never bring herself to fully trust him...or love him. She flip-flops back and forth throughout the book. She loves him, she doesn't love him.... Even to the very end of the book she is still questioning whether she can trust him or love him. This need for love, which she constantly rejects, undermines her forceful, self-reliant image. I would have preferred a female hero who was not constantly worrying about male acceptance and love. I wanted a gender-neutral hero who takes control and does the job she has to do. Was John McLane in Die Hard always wondering whether he loved is wife or not? No, He just killed the bad guys! I can only guess this ambivalence is necessary to set up romantic tension in the two sequels to the book.<br/><br/>One reviewer says, I think the violence is too much for a young adult novel. I totally disagree. Where is the violence? Katniss stays alive, not by courting violence, but by avoiding it. In fact, during the entire narrative, she doesn't kill anyone she does not have to, except maybe once where she kills out of mercy.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games won several awards and was a New York Times bestseller. As a result of the significant popularity of The Hunger Games books, Collins was named one of Time magazine's most influential people of 2010. Collins is the best-selling Kindle author of all time.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVGFSOBOBA2Z4?ASIN=0439023521	Shaky grammar but a good start	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">bookshelves: 1st-in-series, own-kindle, own-pdf, young-adult, series-hunger-games, fiction, fantasy, dystopia<br/><br/>Recommended to Lissa by: Book 4 Review Club<br/>Recommended for: Adult &amp; Young Adult Reader of Fantasy, Dystopia, and Sci-fi<br/>Read from March 01 to 05, 2012, read count: 1<br/><br/>The cover art is simple; a solid black cover with Hunger Games scrolled across the top with a symbol that had I not read the book I would not have known it was synonymous with the one of the tributes among the game. The cover had never caught my attention long enough to penetrate the pages beneath the cover. That was the case until my reading group was gearing up to read the series prior to the movies release March 23, 2012. When I saw the movie trailers I was dumb struck; I had to read it. After all I can handle a book putting a movie to shame but a movie destroying a potentially good book I will not stand for. So I had to hurry and read.<br/><br/>Upon diving in I was more impressed with the movie trailers' than the book it's self. I put the book down before I could finish the first few pages. I just couldn't get past the POV's perspective. Something about just didn't sit right with me. I know I'm no author; heck I'm not even grammar literate. Actually I am far from it. However, I am good at one thing... reading tall tells weaved from the imagination of talented story tellers. And Collins spin on the Hunger Games in my personal opinion was written to grab hold of fifth (5th) graders worldwide.<br/><br/>After turning to another read I couldn't get the book out of my mind so I turned to other reviews trying to find something that appealed to me. I was shocked to say the least to find that others adults shared my views on Collins writing style but what really struck my craw was the written verbal assaults Collins has taken from adult reviewers since the books release in 2010. Reviewers that I want to point out are well above the target age group for the book. It's demeaning to an author to endure such assaults. Especially when any reader with half a brain can tie almost any book published to a previously published title. After all authors get their inspiration for the same place readers do.... Books, real life experience interpretations, and the interworking of one's own creative imagination.<br/><br/>Now with a daughter in the target age range, I put my petty issues with the perspective aside and jumped in; kindle in hand and was shocked again. Because once I let my indifferences go I was sucked deep into the world Collins built for Katness and the Hunger Games.<br/><br/>In ""Hunger Games"" we are introduced to the game through Katness' eyes. We get to feel and understand the world she has grown up in through her emotional journey. Quickly you come to love and respect Katness. At sixteen (16) years of age she is more of a daughter, sister and yes I am going to say it woman than most grown woman today. She lost her father to a mining accident and has done all she can do to keep her sister and mother alive from illegal hunting to adding her name to the bowl for extra rationings.<br/><br/>When the seventy-fourth (74th) hunger games assembly is gathered and Prim's name is called, Katness again protecting her family steps up in a simple selfless act and volunteers as tribute. Katness' baby sister lives however, she doesn't understand the effect her taking her sisters place would have on the Capital or the districts.<br/><br/>Enter Peeta, Katness male counterpart as tribute for District twelve (12) for the games. The sweet boy with the bread, the one who if had not shown compassion to Katness years prior would have had starved to death. Emotional goodbyes are given but not by Katness. She stands strong for her mother and sister. Again unaware of how her actions affect the people of the different districts.<br/><br/>Preparation for the games is its own unique trip. Think America's top model meets made over and throw some over the top theatrics and for good measure think Miss America. Then end it with a little Spartacus meets gladiator to prep for the game. What do you get? A bomb shell delivered by none other than Peeta that rock's both the Capitol and all the districts. What could have Peeta said that brings the districts to its feet and Capitol stunned? Oh, how to would love to share but you're just going to have to read it. Trust me when I say you will suck in a stilled breath with eyes opened in shock.<br/><br/>Moving on o the games... keep your box of Kleenex handy because you're going to need them. In a game where twenty-four kids fight to the death and the only rules are no cannibalism and one winner; what will it take to bring home both Peeta and Katness? Can it even be done? Will Peeta turn on Katness to save himself?<br/><br/>Soon another bomb shell is dropped on the Capital as katness delivers a blow to the Capitol that rings through to each district as Katness faces the death of a friend in the game. In this one simple act of mercy and compassion she further brings together the districts and unsettles the Capital.<br/><br/>Uneasy Snow drops a game changing rule, in a game with no rules that could save a mortally injured Peeta. But is it too late? Did Snow change the rules in time to save Peeta? Or did he change the rules just so Katness and the districts could watch Peeta die? Does Katness have what it takes to save them both?<br/><br/>My recommendation-- if you haven't yet read ""The Hunger Games"" and can overlook the perspective as I did-- READ IT!! It truly is an emotional story that will envelope you and push head long in to the sequel ""Catching Fire"".</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2G0OD00XPEQRE?ASIN=0439023521	5 Stars - LOVED IT!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was read The Hunger Games because I wanted something to blow through really quickly. And that, that I did. And Catching Fire too! 5 Stars for this book.<br/><br/>This series is right up there for me with Harry Potter and the Vampire Academy--I hesitate to compare any thing to these series because they're so phenominal and different in their own rights, but it is the best comparison I can think of at the moment--because Suzanne Collins has created this whole new world. New rules, new beliefs, new fears, new...well I could go on, but I'll stop.<br/><br/>Several of my friends read this series before me, and I have to be honest and say that I really hate when my friends read books before me. It is not because I want to be first, but they build it up, or tear it down--there's nothing wrong with that, it is what I'm doing myself in this very review--but it taints my view of the book before I even begin. They told me not to get attached to any of the characters because you never know which ones will survive and which ones will be killed off. And while this is true, I wish I hadn't know it before hand. Which totally stinks because I just shared it with you. It is just that because of this, I truly have been expecting everyone to die. And therefore none of the plot twists (no matter if it included a death or was just an unexpected event) have really caught me all that off guard. And that just kind of sucks. I enjoy the twists and unexpected events. I enjoy the not knowing. It is the experience of reading, of exploring, of adventure. It's why when my friends get to a good part in a book that I've read before them and they come to me begging me to tell them what happens that I just can't bring myself to do it. I'd rather tell you how a book makes me feel rather than what happened during it. That is for you to explore and find out for yourselves.<br/><br/>That being said, the Hunger Games made me experience and feel alot. I always begin a book on the lookout for who the protagonist is either already in love with or going to fall in love with. I have reasons I feel strongly about that have caused me to rule out various characters in all books that I read and characters to pick out as that very person, and it is no different for this one. After finishing Catching Fire, I'm still holding out hope for who I think that person is. But Katniss goes through so much in this book that you feel yourself. Fear is one of the biggest emotions and themes throughout the majority of this book. It's that fear that drives you forward, to keep reading at an increased and accelerated pace. There's also sadness, a need to protect those she loves, a need she can't always meet. And there are these very essential human moments in such a terrible Game created to keep the citizens of this world in check. Moments that I wont describe because of my feelings toward the experience. It just shows that even though the world that we live in verses the characters that we read about may be very different, basic humanity remains very much the same.<br/><br/>As I said, 5 Stars. This book easily kept my attention. Kept me reading--quickly. So much so that I started Catching Fire before I even really knew that the Hunger Games was finished.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPGPKXC7LP3TI?ASIN=0439023521	A Worthy Addition to the Dystopian Future Genre	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Let's face it- Dystopian future novels are a dime a dozen. A few, such as Huxley's ""Brave New World,"" Bradbury's ""Fahrenheit 451"" (my personal favorite), and Orwell's ""1984"" have entered the canon of great literature.  I propose finding room in that canon for ""The Hunger Games.""<br/><br/>It is not only a commentary on brutal violence, it is more importantly a commentary on the brutal path that was as a nation have pursued for the past few years. We are indeed at the beginning of a civil war between urban elites and the poor yokels (otherwise known as Americans) in ""flyover country.""  In ""The Hunger Games,"" while the urban elites continue to spiral into frivolity and dependence, everyone else is struggling to stay alive and aspiring, like the protagonist, Katniss, to nothing more than self-sufficiency. One of the most breathtaking literary moments I've read in a long time is the passage in which she describes, finding a dandelion and realizing that it is edible- that she can use her knowledge of hunting and natural plant food sources to feed her family without depending on others to do it for her.<br/><br/>Another theme in the book is the superiority of voluntary sacrifice over mandatory sacrifice, as Katniss takes her sister's place in the vile, bloody ritual demanded by the government, and agrees to sacrifice her life if necessary at another key point later in the book (I won't tell you any more about that- I hate spoilers!. In short, ""The Hunger Games"" is an excellent read about the American spirit of independence and self-reliance, and whether it can survive in spite of unthinkable brutality imposed by government. I don't think we really get an answer to that in this first book, but I look forward to reading the rest of the series to find out.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BRTSSWKU0E2Z?ASIN=0439023521	"Fantastic ""Up all night fiction!"""	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins is probably one of the best books I have ever read. I know I say these words a lot but this time, I truly mean it.<br/> Collins has a way with words, she describes even the most gruesome of matters. This style is what keeps you reading page after page. She writes so naturally that you cannot help but love the story.<br/> I was kind of against reading the story, seeing as the plot consisted of ruthless murder. But, thankfully, a friend said, ""Just read the first three chapters. Then decide.""<br/> Well, I read the first three chapters, but I didn't stop there. I read to about chapter fifteen before realizing it was nearly two in the morning. I had to force myself to put the book down and sleep.<br/> I did sleep, but I also dreamt about the book and what would happen next. This usually never happens. So I was quite surprised when it did.<br/> Collins created characters so real that from the first pages of the book you could feel the emotion within them. You could not help but like even the least likable of characters.<br/> The book was a refreshingly new and unused idea. It takes a step back from the popular teen vampire romance novels, and enters you into a world where everything is slightly similar to our world, but totally different. The book shows that you can still have a slam dunk novel without the use of paranormal activity.<br/> The book is great for males and females alike because the story infuses romance with action and adventure; something that intrigued even me. I am a sucker for some romance, and love the fast paced, blood pumping thrills and chills of action and adventure.<br/> The romance, though said to be, is not sappy at all. It is a fresh and unique twist on love. You can't help but feel sorry for the characters trapped in forced love.<br/> I admire how Collins wrote such a story without once using foul language. She got her points across without once using the language that ruins a story.<br/> Foul language has gotten so over used in fiction these days that it is extremely hard to find a good young adult fiction novel that doesn't use it. I love Collins for her choices. She made the novel that much better.<br/> My sister asked me after I turned the final page, and after I stopped screaming how amazing the book was, ""What would you rate the book out of ten? Zero being terrible, ten being read again and again.""<br/> I replied, ""This book definitely exceeds a ten! I wouldn't turn down a chance to read this book again! Though, only after I read Catching Fire and Mockingjay.""<br/> What I said is completely true. I have become a great fan of this series and cannot wait to read books two and three!<br/> The only thing that I didn't really like was the point of view. I have a sort annoyance at first person, present tense stories. It just seems a little odd. Maybe, though, it is because I am not really used to it.<br/> Despite this, though, I give this book a ten! I highly recommend it for every and anyone who is looking for an amazing page turner!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3ES8U2I9IZXLX?ASIN=0439023521	Multilayered and thought-provoking	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Katniss is not the smartest character in this book. She is not the bravest, nor the kindest, the most cunning or the most talented. She is not the strongest. In the words of her inebriated mentor, Haymitch, what she has is spunk. She is smart enough, brave enough, kind enough to get through. Her better angel frequently gets the better of her rational thought, but not so much that she is made weak by it.<br/><br/>Her spunk is of a particularly enduring nature that could not be replicated by one of the Career kids, outright gladiators who have been training for this all their lives. Although they have skills and cruelty, they don't have the dogged determination to keep going because someone else is depending on you. Katniss almost can't recall a time that she was not the responsible adult in the family. She does not really think of her life as a set of choices, but as a set of obligations to support her choice to take care of her family. And I bet if you asked her, she never thought of taking care of her family as a choice, just What One Does.<br/><br/>I think her lack of exceptionality makes it easier to relate to her, to think about ourselves in that same position. Thematically, this book reminded me of Richard Bachman/Stephen King's The Long Walk. It is also about deadly contests for the amusement of the populace. I am a bit revolted by my own cheering for our hero to win, since it means so many others will lose. I think that internal revulsion is an important part of the emotional weight of the book, since we are complicit in hoping for those deaths. Unlike the long walk, the Hunger Games make a life-and-death difference to the people back home. The winner secures extra food, extra calories for a whole year. Children who sign up for extra chances to be sent to the games can buy enough starvation rations for their family. And anyone who survives will never be hungry again.<br/><br/>This is one of the hungriest books I've ever read. Some books have that deep atmosphere feeling. I can only read Ice Station Zebra in the dead of summer, and Seven Pillars of Wisdom in the cool damp winter, lest the books themselves make my atmosphere unlivable. This book made me hungry -- not for madelines or stew or home cooking, but just for food. In Cryptonomicon, Stephenson posists a ""realistic"" roleplaying game, where 90% of the game time is about acquiring, preserving, and eating food. This is the book of that game.<br/><br/>Katniss, herself named after a food item, recognizes that this is what drives her:<br/> What would my life be like on a daily basis? Most of it has been consumed with the acquisition of food. Take that away and I'm not really sure who I am, what my identity is.<br/><br/>I really liked the structure of this book. On the surface, the plot seems straightforward. However, I think this will be one of the series that goes from the particulars of one person to the general of the whole world. This book is about Katniss doing her best in the face of changing circumstances. She has to adapt or die. And she has to accept that death may be the easy option, and perhaps she is going to have to do even harder things than learn to hope again. Peeta is the story's moral center, the standard against which Katniss ends up measuring herself. At the risk of crossing the streams, I feel about Peeta the way I ended up feeling about Neville in the Harry Potter books. He is greater than even he believes, and it is his solidity and grace that allows our heroes to get through what they need to do.<br/><br/>My critique is that I was left desperately wishing  for more information about the world -- how big is District 12? How big are the other districts? Who maintains the rail tracks? That sort of thing. I think that curiosity is an excellent sign that the world is real and vibrant. I want to explore it in my mind, in a way I don't need to in a world that has less bearing on the story. I am sure subsequent books will also make things clearer.<br/><br/>The writing is not perfect, but I found it compelling, and given the speed I was reading at, I did not stop to complain. I will forgive quite a lot in someone who grabs me as thoroughly as Collins did, and doesn't let go until the very end of the story.<br/><br/>Read if: you love a good story about a hero who is not a superhero. You like books full of allusion and subtle foreshadowing. You understand that anyone can be a monster and a hero, depending on circumstances.<br/><br/>Skip if: you really cannot abide the death of children, even off-screen. You avoid dystopias. You can't love a hero who kills people. You have sworn off any book with a love triangle.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGA6I41IRTS4N?ASIN=0439023521	An 'Amoral' Page Turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't want to admit that I liked this book. It is so popular, I didn't want to like it. Reading mostly classics, history, and theology, I guess I'm a snobby reader. But the Hunger Games wins in the fact that it is purely a page-turner. For that reason alone, it garners a four-star rating.<br/><br/>The book is barbaric and the plot openly devalues human-life and I still find it disturbing that the main characters were teenagers. The setting was very interesting and the characters were developed fairly well. I am always appreciative when an author avoids overstatement or 'over-description.' What Collins achieved better than any author I've ever read was perfect pacing. At times, my pulse was pacing even at the times where I anticipated the next turn in the plot. At one point, I realized my face was flushed! Something must be said for that! But a book must be judged by more than page-turn-ability.<br/><br/>For I think there is something here that's pretty unsettling to me and I have been trying to put a finger on it since I began reading.<br/><br/>Though the story took place in a mythical land with futuristic technology and medicine the characters were fully human. They seemed to have normal emotions and were capable of love, grief, fear, and hatred. They were susceptible to hunger and sickness and with the exception of Rue, all had normal abilities. All this resonates with the reader. They were placed in horrific circumstances: they lived under greedy tyrants and were placed in a horrifyingly barbaric fight to-the-death arena devoid of even the faintest rules of war. Hunger was a central theme for this book. During the whole story, the main characters are either starving or gluttonous and willing to do anything to fill their bellies. While many of these circumstances can be imagined, it seemed as if the author was completely out of touch with human nature, leaving an otherwise brilliant plot with an unintentional but discrediting impiety.<br/><br/>This eerie mixture of tyranny, love, survival, murder, and other various social issues with teenage characters is a little reckless. In my judgment, the author failed to assign the proper proportion of moral gravity to all the darkness she painted into this book. The author choose amoral over immoral and in doing so seemed to bring a moral relativity that was appropriate neither to the human or the mythical worlds where the story took place. I'm not sure how big or small of a blunder this is, but it is unsettling to me.<br/><br/>Additionally, though not necessarily a criticism, this book was completely devoid of any intellectual stimulation at all. Though sufficient, her writing style was bland and her language uninteresting. Perhaps that's why this is classified as teen literature.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RD4V11RVYD30H?ASIN=0439023521	Good Young Adult Distopian novel/series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">First off, I am in my late 30s, so I am not a teenager saying ""OMG best book Evvvver!"". With that, here is my .02:<br/><br/>No, this is not top level lit, okay? The writing is simple, brutal and direct with the author not pulling any punches-which makes the series work. The dystopian world of Panem is well described and given a good amount of detail and history, so you get a good feel of how things arrived to where there are. The Characters, despite some of the negative reviews here, are well developed and conflicted as they are living in a highly controlled, suffering world that is harsh and unforgiving.<br/><br/>The basic premise is that Panem is a post-United States North America that was broken into 13 districts and ruled by the Capitol. About 75 years before the start of the book, the districts revolted against the Capitol and lost the war, with district 13 being destroyed. Every year since that loss, 2 children-a male and female-age 12-18 is taken at random from every district and put in a fight to the death competition where there is one survior.<br/><br/>From there, the story goes and does not let up. A very good page turner. I went through the book in less than one day's reading, as it goes that fast.<br/><br/>Themes:<br/>Despite the movie marketing's focus on the Romance/Love Triangle that does exist in the book, that covers maybe 5% of the material in the story. In fact, that romance is just a small plot device to bring up the main themes of the story, so don't worry if this series is Twlight-esque, because it is not.<br/>Two of the biggest themes present are A.what happens when Government becomes overbearing and controlling and B. how the media can manipulate the masses to frame practically anything any way they want. It is obvious that Collins was a little influenced by Orwell, Rand and a bit of Greek Myth(The Hunger Games idea was based on Thesus and Minotaur) throw in. She touches on the ideas that Orwell brought up in 1984 and some of the self-determination ideas that Rand is famous for, and I have to say, she does it in a non-complicated fashion that a young reader can grasp.<br/>The Media Manipulation theme is ever present throughout the story, and it mirrors today's media outlets that can frame almost anything in anyway. I don't really have to say much on this, as it will be very clear throughout the story as she is very ""in your face"" on this one.<br/><br/>I will put one warning out to Parents: This whole series is very gritty and brutal. The Games part in book one is bloody and can get harsh here and there, while in books 2 and 3, there is a fair amount of violence and death. It is not there just to be violent IMHO, as the author is showing that things can, and will, turn nasty when survival is on the line, even if the person in question is not too thrilled with the idea of it all. It also is used to demostrate and hit home the theme of Government gone overboard using any means to get results, even if the method could be considered inhuman/unethical. I think in this respect, it could be a good discussion point and a good lesson on why, for example, the founders of the US limited government as much as possible. Another good discussion point would be the effects of all this conflict, as the author also shows the effect of PTSD in a very simple fashion on the main character.<br/><br/>I think this series could be a great gateway to Dystopian classics like 1984, Farenheight 451 and Starship Troopers. I also believe that this series could also be a gateway to other Sci-Fi classics and really get younger readers to put down the Video Games, Cell Phone, etc and read a good book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HA6R9P5X0Y9B?ASIN=0439023521	While Entertaining, Can't ignore the similarities to Battle Royale	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">First let preface my review by saying that very few fiction works are completely original. It's difficult to come up with original ideas. Secondly, I am more than half way through this book and I feel compelled to post this review. I have read Koushun Takami's Battle Royale three times and saw the movie countless number of times.  So when I heard about the HG and it's premise, it irked me to hear how similar it was to BR. However, I decided to be open minded about it and give Ms. Collins' novel a shot.<br/><br/>  While it is good, I don't like how it's written in first person, present tense.  ""I do this, I heard that and did x,y and z.""<br/><br/>  Both BR and HG take place in the near future in dystopian societies. BR takes place solely in Japan while HG takes place in post-nuclear or apocalyptic (What use to be) North America called Panem.  In the interest of comparing the two books, I must re-iterate some of the premise for HG so I apologize for the repetition in advance.<br/><br/>  The ""Games"" are devised as a means to prevent another uprising;  where the districts of Panem tried to rise against the Capitol.  So, each of the twelve districts hold a drawing on what's called Reaping Day where the citizens of each district are mandated to report to the town square where the drawing takes place.  One boy and one girl are chosen for each district and they are called Tributes.  These kids range anywhere from 12 - 18 years old. These kids are taken from their families by train to the capitol where they are groomed and trained how to survive. Much like American Idol contestants or DWTS, there is a lot of publicity in the effort for the Tributes to endear them to the public so they might attract ""sponsors"".<br/><br/>  In Battle Royale, the Survival Program was established during a time when unemployment was high, teenagers were running amok and lawless and the adults feared the youth.  Thus, the Millennium Education Reform Act was put into action.  Each year one middle school class (9th graders) are chosen by computer lottery.  No one knows what class is chosen until they find themselves on an island, with their classmates.  While the Program is common knowledge, it is a fact of life. However, it's not treated like a sporting event and it is NOT filmed.  They think they're on an end of year camping trip.  No preparation whatsoever.<br/><br/>  The students in BR wake up from the knock out gas to find metal collars around their necks. These collars not only track their movements throughout the island but there is also a microphone so the government can overhear them.  In the event an official feels a student is causing trouble, they can trigger the explosive detonation by remote and kill the student.<br/><br/>  The students are issued packs which include: 2 bottles of water, 2 loaves of bread and a random weapon/tool. These can range from a mini uzi to a frackin' paper fan. Also, to prevent the kids from congregating or hiding in one place on the island and force them to move,  danger zones coordinates and times are announced at regular intervals which correspond with the maps issued them. If they are in the danger zone after the appointed time, their collar is detonated.  Three days are given for this manhunt. If there is no winner at the end of the 3 days all remaining students are executed by remote collar detonation.<br/><br/>  Casualties of the Program are announced at the same time Danger zone coordinates are given.<br/><br/>  In HG, none of the Tributes are given weapons to start out with.  There is a cornucopia in the middle of the ""arena"" .  It contains food, weapons, equipment.  Instead, they are led to a ""launch pad"" and a gong is sounded.  Then it's a free for all.<br/><br/>  Instead of a collar, the tributes are injected with a tracking device in their arm.  Obstacles are introduced by the GameKeepers throughout the game and instead of a 3 day manhunt, the Games take place over several weeks. Once a Tribute is killed, a hover craft arrives to scoop them up.  Cannon fire announces the deaths of tributes instead of announcements.<br/><br/>  The winner of the Games is showered with food rations and gifts.  Whereas the winner of BR is set for life financially and is awarded a signed photo of the dictator.<br/><br/>  While I do find HG engaging,  I just can't help but feel that the two works are far too similar for me to believe that Collins never heard of BR before she handed in her HG manuscript.  I do like the way she has used America's somewhat perverse (For lack of a better term) fascination/appeal for ""Reality"" TV.  In short, I prefer Battle Royale to Hunger Games but I will probably read the two other books in the trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3P4U9II4JLV2D?ASIN=0439023521	A Provocative and Exciting Page Turner **No Spoilers!**	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Synopsis: The Hunger Games is a novel from the perspective of Katniss Everdeen, a teenager tasked with keeping her (relatively useless) mother and little sister, Prim, clothed and fed in the dystopian 12th district of Panem. Once every year the ""Capitol"" flaunts its power, brutality and indifference for its subjects by hosting The Hunger Games.  One boy and one girl from each district, between the ages 12 and 17, are chosen as ""tributes"" for the games.  They are forced to fight to the death in a televised spectacle aimed at intimidating and entertaining viewers throughout Panem. This event is supposedly meant to punish the districts for a rebellion that took place 75 years ago and to somehow remind them that these ""Dark Days"" must never happen again, but it primarily serves to illuminate the districts' complete vulnerability to the power of the Capitol.  When Prim is chosen as the District 12 tribute, Katniss volunteers to take her place, in a desperate effort to save her life.  This all happens in the first two chapters.  The adventure (for lack of a better word) continues from there.<br/><br/>Review:  Now you're probably thinking what I first thought when I read a summary- that sounds morbid and depressing.  And it is.  BUT, Collins is a very talented story-teller and she very skillfully develops the characters and relationships in this novel.  Once I picked up The Hunger Games, I couldn't put it back down.  You would expect the violence and brutality of the games to be the most repellant aspect, but for me it was the spectacle and entertainment value of the whole thing.  The tributes are paraded around, their image is contrived, they have personal stylists to create the right look. Television interviews focus on personal interest stories and drama.  It's all so trivial in light of this horrific event, but it's great TV. And it feels far too familiar.  It is the ultimate realty show.  Collins draws you into the drama and action.  You have to know what happens next- you participate in the spectacle.  When Collin invites the reader to participate, it makes her commentary on the American media machine all the more poignant.<br/><br/>The ""Career Tributes"" come from districts favored to win the games.  They are well-trained and well-fed and represent the apathetic brutality that these conditions create.  Aside from the career tributes, each participant attempts to hold onto their humanity in small ways, while facing the ultimate reality that only one can survive.  It is a compelling dynamic that pits internal morality against undeniable circumstances.<br/><br/>I just started Catching Fire and I hope Book 2 really dives into the historical conditions that shape contemporary Panem and details the referenced rebellion, because this novel leaves more to the imagination than I'd like.<br/><br/>Overall, The Hunger games is entertaining and thought-provoking.  It's a surprisingly relevant story with relatable characters and some twists and turns along the way.  Enjoy (I sure did)!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VKB7HOXCSS8F?ASIN=0439023521	Solid, good, but no Battle Royale	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book struck me as being very similar to Battle Royale.  Both stories have teenage kids fighting in an arena until only 1 is left.  Of course, the selection process and even the staging of the fights are different, but in many ways the principal emotional hooks are frighteningly similar.<br/><br/>But to start with the good aspects.  Hunger games does have an engaging if naive heroine who presents a hardened emotional song to the world.  She's draw as being from the lowest of the low, a poor fatherless girl who's been doing what she can to keep her family alive.  The story looks over her shoulder and into her mind as she is driven into the contest and then strives to survive.<br/><br/>The emotions in this area are often raw and gritty, making the story quite fun to read.<br/><br/>For that, I can give the story 4 stars.<br/><br/>*** warning spoilers ahead*<br/>Unfortunately, this story is not Battle Royale.  The emotional hooks of this story actually didn't grip me very tightly.  Part of this was the main character, who is both too naive nad too detacted to make me believe she was in the games themselves.  Then Suzaane Collins  tried to avoid making the fights in the games real.  Of the 22 characters that die in the games, 4 are actually killed on the page and with a weapon.  2 more die of insect stings (admittedly after the heroine unleashes a hive of wasps),  1 dies from eating poisonous berrys (that the heroine's friend gathered.).  The rest are merely reported as dead by the game controllers.<br/><br/>And much like Battle Royale, this game ends up with 2 survivors.  But the difference was that in Battle Royale, they escape.  In Hunger Games, the game controllers first tell them that they can win together, then try to rescind the deal and then reinstate it when the duo threatens to perform the final act of Romeo and Juliet on live TV  (well, both eating poisonous berries, rather than using a knife, but same concept.)<br/><br/>I know this is the first book of the trilogy, and knew that before reading, but unlike Battle Royale which had a sequel because the first book was solid, Hunger Games was written with the sequel planned, and the marks of this are spread throughout the later pages of this book.  The story lost a lot of its magic for me.<br/><br/>This is a good book, and I can see why many people rate it highly.  I had the fortune to have read the much stronger Battle Royale first, and could see flaws in this story that will have me avoiding book 2 and 3 for the moment.  it's hard to make a story like this carry through a trilogy and the fact that Suzanne Collins not only did, but twisted her writing to leave the hanging plot threads makes this book one I recommend cautiously.  It's good, but for many, its not going to be the best choice for an afternoon read.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1X5UB862IIUED?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">In the future North America no longer exist as the nation we live in today. North American is now Panem, separate districts all run by the Capitol. Each year the Capitol punishes the districts for a past uprising, by selecting two children from each district, and sending them to The Hunger Games to battle to the death. As if this isn't twisted enough the capitol broadcast the games on television for all the districts to watch.<br/><br/>I've been hearing about this book for awhile but I had snubbed it because it is out of my genre and a YA. Sometimes I get on these kicks that I need to stay away from the YA's because of my age, but I always find myself back in the children's section of the bookstore.With the approaching movie I decided to set my feelings toward the YA's aside and grab a copy because I like to read the books before I see the movies. Lets face it the books are always better than the movies. This book made me eat my own words YA or not, out of genre or not, this book is hands down amazing. I found this novel impossible to put down, and incredible well written.<br/><br/>The story starts off with readers meeting Katniss the main character first hand. You learn the weight Katniss carries on her shoulders everyday in her poor district, just trying to help her family survive. Sometimes when authors introduce characters it can get boring because as the reader you are waiting for the story to kick off. In The Hunger Games you are not bored with introductions something about Katniss's heartbreaking story keeps you as a reader intrigued. Within a few chapters the story goes into overdrive and the action doesn't stop until the story is over, making this novel impossible to put down.<br/><br/>Suzanne Collins manages to capture readers by luring them into the games side by side with the main character Katniss. I found myself loaded with anxiety, and nervous with anticipations with every page in this book. I would be reading and jiggling my foot because this novel is such an intense read. A few times I caught myself holding my breath, and to me when a novel has me holding my breath the emotions in the book are written realistically.<br/><br/>If you are like me and get on a high horse about YA's and try to avoid them, stop now and go buy this book you will not be disappointed. I will be sneaking back over to the children's sections to snag book two in this trilogy as soon as possible!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RST8EJ5YAECOJ?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing (Spoilers)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I got this book on Kindle to see what the hype was about and I wasn't disappointed. I've read the reviews of people saying that it's just a pointless book, that the characters are heartless etc. and it is maddening. Not every book has to be literature gold. A book can just be entertaining for the few hours it take you to read it. There is a need to point out the flaws instead of just enjoying something. This book is not for children, but the young adult age group is appropriate, as by the time we are around 15 or 16 we are most likely well aware of how the world works and the problems that we could face if our country fell apart. We let 16-18 year olds watch violence, so why not let them read it and actually use their brains?<br/><br/>The fact that Katniss has to kill others to survive in the arena and doesn't seem to be overly bothered by it and stop what she is doing to ponder what she did does not make her a bad character. She was trying to survive and save a friend, and who's to say that any of us wouldn't do the same. If it comes to me dying, or killing the person trying to kill me, I'm sorry to be selfish; I pick me. Her most redeeming quality is that she sacrificed herself to save her younger sister, and she doesn't seem to get that much credit for that from the critics. Katniss doesn't want to kill others, or be the one to support her family at a young age, but she does what she has to do for her family.<br/><br/>Collins created a world that for all we know could be real in the future. Kids are slowly losing their innocence at younger ages and in her world, the kids hardly have any because they are forced to watch children kill each other for a sick form of entertainment for the Capitol. Collins is merely exaggerating on how children have to grow up too fast, and that our obsession with watching people fall apart on reality tv may lead to more extremes.<br/><br/>In the end, this is a good book if you're willing to open your mind and see that not everything is perfect and that everything we have can fall apart at any moment.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KCCSJS03T0HP?ASIN=0439023521	Just when I thought I had read every type of thriller	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Over the years I've read one thriller after another.  Legal thrillers, medical thrillers, natural disaster thrillers, you name it and they have filled a lot of space on my bookshelves and now my Kindle, too.  But along came The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins and this took the form of a thriller unlike any of the others.  It is a post-apocalyptic novel where the new America, divided into twelve districts, holds The Hunger Games each year like a pathological throwback to the gladiator days.  These modern-day gladiators are children, pre-teens and teenagers whose names are drawn and who must go into an arena that is acres and acres of land and hunt each other down until there is only one survivor. They must find their own food and water to stay alive while cameras are everywhere and the entire population must watch the games on television.  The Hunger Games is like a futuristic reality show that has gone awry, and although the games are quite serious business, it shows the superficiality of image on television by the exaggerated hair, makeup and fashion that these kids must be subjected to in the opening ceremony.<br/><br/>I couldn't put this one down.  I say that about a lot of books I read, but the main character, Katniss Evergreen, is so brave, bold and strong in the face of fear and adversity that staying on her side isn't even questionable.  There is wonderful character development in the book, and following through to the end to find out who wins the Hunger Games keeps the reader glued to the book. Although written for young adults, the book has captured many an adult reader like myself.<br/><br/>First in a trilogy, at the end of this one the only thing I wanted to do was to go on to the next book, which is Catching Fire, which is exactly what I did.  The Hunger Games has been on my Kindle for a while, and if I remember correctly, it was a free book for the Kindle.  I didn't pay that much attention to it until the other day while at a mall, I saw The Hunger Games calendar and figured there is something more to the book than I realized.<br/><br/>It's a great read with some violence, but no offensive language, and it's going to be a movie.  Jennifer Lawrence (Winter's Bone) will play Katniss.  Highly recommended.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35ZRJQPUSEK6U?ASIN=0439023521	An Absolutely FANTASTIC Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">""The Hunger Games"" is by far one of the best books I have ever read in my life thus far (Harry Potter will always have first place in my heart.) We're introduced to one of the most awesome heroines of all time; (and this is from a guy's perspective) Katniss Freakin' Everdeen. She's an intriguing character: she loves her little sister, Prim, she hunts in the woods with since-childhood buddy Gale Hawthorne, and she seems to go against all of the Capitol's rules. For example, hunting is punishable by death, as is simply leaving District Twelve. See, a world disaster of some sort occurred, and civilization crumbled. The water rose, and humans fought over what land was left causing nuclear warfare. After this war, The United States, presumably, was replaced by the country of Panem, consisting of an extremely wealthy Capitol and thirteen far poorer districts. The districts rebelled and lost. The Capitol destroyed District 13 with nuclear bombs and instituted ""The Hunger Games"", an annual competition where two ""tributes"", a boy and a girl from each district between the ages of twelve and eighteen, are taken to the capitol to fight to the death in an outdoor arena. The arena can be anywhere, from a frozen wasteland to a never-ending desert. On reaping day, the day on which the two tributes are selected, Madge, the Mayor's daughter and longtime friend of Katniss, gives her the mockingjay pin, which becomes Katniss's symbol. They all go to the square, and Katniss's little sister, Prim, is reaped. Katniss fights against the Peacekeepers and volunteers to take her beloved sister's place, the ultimate sacrifice, since twenty four tributes come in and only one comes out. The male tribute turns out to be Peeta Mellark, who gave a loaf of bread to Katniss when she and her family was starving, at the cost of him being beaten by his mother when they were younger. From that point they meet Effie Trinket, an eccentric lady from the capitol whose job is to represent District 12, and Haymitch Abernathy, a drunken fool who somehow won the Hunger Games earlier, and is in charge of keeping Katniss and Peeta alive in the arena. They go to the capitol and meet Cinna, their stylist, who makes Katniss become ""The Girl on Fire"", a title that is carried throughout the remainder of the series. They are beautified by a team of freakish people with their skin dyed, their hair in rediculous styles and the like, who actually become quite lovable and make for some of the only funny moments in the book. Katniss, Peeta, and the other twenty two tributes get three days to train for the arena, and then they are sent off.<br/><br/>""The Hunger Games"" is a thought provoking, brutal, and very dark story. It makes you think whether something like this could ever happen in real life, and honestly, it isn't all that far-fetched. It's already happened, hasn't it? Think about the terrifying cruelties done to citizens in the arenas of ancient Rome, like the Colosseum. People were tortured and brutally murdered for the entertainment of the rich, messing about with their own hair and clothing and other luxuries. We watch television programs like ""Survivor"" and such where we see people, real people, become miserable. Then there's the possibility of global warming, which could melt the icecaps causing the water to rise, just like in the books. Democrats throw dirt at Republicans, and Republicans throw dirt at Democrats. Who knows what will happen? Could the government, one day, control out children one day? Because if we kill our children, who's left? I highly recommend this book to anyone and everyone, except it's not recommended for younger children. I'd say the reader should be twelve at least, if not older. This is anything but a kid's book. There are gory, bloody deaths and some terribly heart-breaking scenarios. I read this book in a single day, because honestly, it's torture in and of itself to put it down, especially when she gets into the arena. As a sidenote, I recommend you buy the other two books in the series, although this one is still my favorite after reading it for the first time two years ago. Catching Fire's first half drags a bit, but the second half makes up for it. Mockingjay has a much different tone, but it's still just as thrilling as the other two. Overall, I'd say this is a must-read series. If you want action, romance, torture, death, emotion, suspense, and a book that really makes you think, this is the book for you.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXGOO3MEOJDSG?ASIN=0439023521	Captivating and Stunning! A MUST read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow...just wow! I kind of want to kick myself for not picking up this book years ago, yet, I'm kinda glad I waited until all three books were out so I don't have to wait for any of them...I'm impatient like that ;)<br/><br/>So, just what did I think of The Hunger Games?! Eeep! I have so many thoughts about it right now. Clearly, I loved it and am itching to read the next book. But why did I love it? What did I love about it?<br/><br/>Well, I love how very original it is. This series obviously spurred the popular dystopian trend in YA lit., and it really does still remain one of the most original and well executed dystopian books out there. The creativity and social/political/cultural awareness Suzanne Collins exhibits in THG is truly impressive. And I really love the simple fact that a book about kids fighting each other to the death has moved and inspired so many readers.<br/><br/>The world building in THG is phenomenal! This gritty, stark, dark future world feels impossibly real and is artfully layered. And I think this realism is what fascinates many readers. This dystopian future, a future where kids are made to kill one another for entertainment, seems so outlandish and unbelievable, yet there's a terrifyingly thrilling aspect to the notion that maybe this future isn't so farfetched and the idea of humans getting enjoyment from cruelty, pain, and death isn't a foreign concept.<br/><br/>The story itself is perfectly and effortlessly paced, and this pacing, along with Collins' superb world building, makes for one gripping and addictive read. I know I was simply unable to put the book down and was definitely sad to see it end.<br/><br/>With such a captivating plot, a book like THG definitely needs a MC equally has captivating and, as many of you have already discovered, Katniss Everdeen simply shines! Katniss has definitely earned her place as one of my top three female YA characters, just after this first book! I loved her the moment she volunteered to take Prim's place in the Hunger Games. I have a baby sister that I love more than words can say and in that moment I felt like I was more than simply right there with Katniss, I felt like she had suddenly and intrinsically become a part of me. She's such a masterfully created character- equal parts strength and vulnerability, serious and witty, intelligent but not boastful, brave and selfless with a quiet grace. She's impossible to ignore and an unforgettable character.<br/><br/>But there are so many wonderful, compelling, downright fantabulously awesome characters in this book right?! We have stoic Gale, charming Peeta, pull at your heartstrings Rue, oddly endearing Haymitch, sweet Primrose, fabulous Cinna, and a slew of other well developed characters.<br/><br/>And of course I must mention the romantic aspects of this book! I know the basic plotline and story outline for the entire series, so I'm well aware of whom Katniss ends up with in the end. But even this knowledge didn't keep me from being able to enjoy the complex, heart-breaking, and breathtaking romantic elements in THG. Collins does a superb job of exploring Katniss' confusion and confliction where the romance is concerned.<br/><br/>Then there's the Hunger Games themselves, which are equal parts fascinating and repulsive. Relentless, violent, startling, impossible to look away- this is how I describe the Hunger Games Collins describes so epically.<br/><br/>Am I stoked for the upcoming movie? Umm, heck to the yes I am! So is my mom, who I talked into reading THG then proceeded to devour the whole series in about five days.<br/><br/>MY FINAL THOUGHTS: My mind has been blown. My fangirl heart has been captured. The Hunger Games is a riveting, powerful, captivating book. An absolute MUST read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TN6LT724K2UU?ASIN=0439023521	Everything magnificent and beyond	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games trilogy is one of the most engaging book series there has to exist. Its brutal, its heart-wrenching, its emotional, its, basically, everything good, great and beyond.<br/><br/>Since page 1, you can be sure to be totally immersed in it. Im an avid reader, but I hadnt ever read a book that had me sitting on the edge of my chair since the very first page, like this book had me.<br/>Suzzanne Collins`s writing is just out of this world, and her dialogue is addictively good. The plot is just facinating, and the storyline is so well told and greatly developed that you have a constant hunger for more throughout the whole book.<br/>The characters are everything you could hope for. Katniss is such a marvelous and deep character; there are so many layers to her, and she will uncover them with every chapter, revealing who she really is.<br/>And maybe, according to dignity and honor in our world, we shouldnt like the character, but the truth is, you will fall in love with her. In a way, she is such a guilty pleasure.<br/>Peets is honorable, kind, everything we should be; but we arent. He doesnt want to kill, he would go to the point of losing his own life in order to avoid it, because he cant go through with it. He negotiates. He talks, manipulates, and forms alliances. But he does so with dignity, and honor. He is a very good person, and a character that you will love from the very beggining.<br/>Gale, on the other side, is very different from Peeta. Whereas Peeta is something sweet, Gale is fire, passion. He is such an interesting character, with a huge depth. We dont get to know him much in this book, but on the next ones he grows to be much more than Katniss`s friend or ""cousin"". You will really like him in this book though, at least I did. You can identify with him.<br/>I cant express really, how much I love these books. The Hunger Games is one of my two favorite series in the world (the other one is Vampire Academy), and I have already read it more than 3 times.<br/>There is so much to say about these books, its just a shame this review is so short, but, well, I feel I summarized well what I felt about them.<br/>I cant say enough flattery about these books because they are just so simply magnificent and fantastic.<br/>Trust me, you should buy them, read them, and read them again and another time after that.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ON92PUBG6T89?ASIN=0439023521	One of the Best Books I Have Ever Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I tried to write the synopsis for The Hunger Games myself, but kept giving away too much info and I don't do spoilers. I tend to do that when I am overly enthusiastic about a book.<br/><br/>I've lost count of how many people recommended this book and the series to me. As I tend to do when a book gets a bunch of hype, I usually don't read it until I finally have to see what all the fuss is about. I wish I hadn't waited to read this novel.<br/><br/>I was completely blown away by this book. I did struggle a bit in the beginning. The first 50-100 pages moved a little slowly for my tastes. After I got over that initial hump, I was completely blown away.<br/><br/>The plot was/is completely original to me. Kids fighting to the death on live TV? Get right out of town! I've never read anything like it. I was also intrigued by the premise because I could foresee something similar happening in real life. As our obsession with reality TV continues to grow exponentially, people already want the execution of prisoners to be televised. How many more steps must we take before we are clamoring to watch people fight to the death?<br/><br/>But, I digress.<br/><br/>And then there are the characters. Katniss, Peeta, Rue, Prim...I know some reviewers had a hard time warming up to Katniss, but I did not. I liked her immediately. I loved her pluck and strength, and most of all, I loved her love. Her heart is so big and it was an amazing character journey to watch her soften during a series of events that should have only made her harder.<br/><br/>I don't give a 5 star/5 martini rating to many books, but The Hunger Games definitely deserves it. This book made me cry. It held me in suspense. It made me cheer. It made me think. This novel will stay with you for days, if not longer, after you read it. I cannot wait to read the other books in the series. I expect that they will be just as stellar as this novel.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RU4QNHAQ742OH?ASIN=0439023521	I thought I would hate it, but I was very wrong	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I put off reading this book for a long time. From the description, I just didn't think I would like it. Post-apocalyptic stories unnerve me (and not in a good way), so I just ignored it. Finally, I got tired of hearing all my friends and co-workers gush about it and not understanding what they were talking about, so I decided I would start it and see how it went.<br/><br/>I began the book at 7pm last night, and I finished it this morning at 2am. It was THAT good. I literally could not put it down (I even read while I was eating dinner...no easy task when you're eating spaghetti). I very rarely think that a book deserves 5 stars, but this one definitely does.<br/><br/>It is disturbing of course. We're talking about 12-18 year-olds killing each other in mostly hand-to-hand combat. But, the violence is not the center feature here, which keeps it from being too dark. The story, as told through the eyes of 16 year old Katniss, is nothing short of touching and honestly beautiful.<br/><br/>One thing I really liked about the book is that it doesn't read like a period piece. A lot of stories set after the apocalypse or after the fall of America begin to sound like a story that could have just as easily been set in the Dark Ages. It isn't so here. This is truly a unique world where although the nation as we know it today is no more, remnants of it still remain. Although Katniss, as a citizen of the poor District 12, has to hunt for her own food and live in poverty, they own a tv. They occasionally have electricity. The Hunger Games are basically a reality show that every citizen of Panem is required to watch. The citizens of the wealthy Capitol are almost exclusively vain, with crazy fashions and plastic surgery is the norm (sound familiar?). This gives the story such a unique twist that it sets it apart from others.<br/><br/>The story also gives you a lot to think about: the path our own society is taking, the limits of our humanity, the things we take for granted, etc. BUT, Collins finds a way to tell this story and make you think about things in such a way that it doesn't come off as preachy or like she has an agenda.<br/><br/>I'm just really impressed and recommend it to anyone. I'm about halfway through the second book now, and it just keeps getting better.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MNOGALEJXP12?ASIN=0439023521	Spellbinding Tale	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's been a while since I've read such a convincing and unusual book. The story takes place years in the future, after America has morphed into the totalitarian Panem, comprised of twelve districts around the capital. Each district is unique and produces a certain commodity, such as machinery or agriculture and food. The capital controls each district in a number of ways, including having the ability to blow up the district if necessary (it already happened to District 13). The most notable control is the Hunger Games, an annual fight to the death between twenty four kids between the ages of twelve and eighteen. One girl and one boy from each district compete, and everyone in Panem watches on TV.<br/><br/>Katniss is from District 12, formerly Appalachia, the coal district. She lives in one of the poorest areas of the district, where the poverty reminds you of peasants from the Middle Ages or maybe even the nineteenth century. Katniss's father died in a mining accident several years before, and soon took up his profession of illegally going into the woods outside of the district to hunt, fish, and gather fruit and plants to eat. At the seventy-fourth Hunger Games, her sister is called to fight, despite the odds (the older you are, the more of a chance you have of getting picked). Katniss steps in and takes Prim's place, trying to fight for her life against other teenagers.<br/><br/>Katniss is obviously a strong girl, being a hunter. It being illegal gives her a slightly rebellious and serious side, since she must take care of her mother and sister. Katniss seems like a good choice for winning the Games, if she is strong enough to be able to kill other people. Already she has some people that she is attached to that are also in the games, which means that it may end up coming down to her having to kill a friend. Being willing to take her sister's place shows her compassion, and so Katniss is definitely a realistic character who has a very unfortunate fate folding out in front of her. You feel for her. Several of the other characters are also nice for diversity (such as the ingenius and fun stylists, the drunk mentor, and so on).<br/><br/>One of the few problems that I had with this book is that it seems to brush off the deaths a little too much. There is very little remorse for killing, or even grievance for losing an ally. Everybody seems a little jaded to death, much like people who become warriors (I quickly thought of Eragon) but don't go through the process of not wanting to kill and feeling bad because of it. It feels off.<br/><br/>The strange thing is, as I've said before, that the lifestyle seems out of a previous time period rather than in the future. You have coal miners and hunters and things of that nature, but at the same time there are very modern things, such as the televisions and high-speed trains. Collins doesn't go into too much detail about the new technologies, and Katniss's home television is very blurry, which could be said of TVs from the past. The lack of computers and phones, among other things, makes you think that part of the technology is from somewhere around the fifties to the eighties. The jarring of time periods and lack of futuristic technologies sometimes create an incredibly foreign world that can confuse you. After several pages talking about hunting and so on, being reminded of something from the present seems out of place.<br/><br/>Overall, this is a great book, an unprecedented idea, full of compelling characters and written beautifully. The few problems that I had with it were all relatively minor, compared to many books and where they mess up (bad characters, too drawn out or succinct, and so on). I just wanted to continue reading and reading and reading, even though I had more important things to do.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R331XSSICJQKG2?ASIN=0439023521	Battle Royal Returns-...!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">To be honest, I was skeptical when I first picked up this book at the library. It's cover isn't heavilly decorated, though it reminds me of nazi propaganda. I was told that it was good, that a movie was coming out next year, and I better dang well have perused the pages before it hits the big screen or I'd be in such big trouble, missy.<br/>It took the library 3 months to fill my reservation. At first I figured it was because they surely only had one copy. No. They have 600 copies in circulation and my hold was 950 in that queue. A little bit of dread has crept into me at this point. Am I holding the next twilight in my hands? Is this what I've waited for? More wasted time with a senseless monotony of creeper-ness and too eager teenage trailor trash?<br/>I'm stopped three times before I leave the library. They want to know how I like it, gushing that it's so freaking amazing they can't stand it. I'm nearly mobbed before I manage to get out of the food court. I can't get out of the mall before I'm hit five more times by random passerbys. They all want to know my thoughts. It takes me nearly two hours to get back to my car, and the mall itself isn't even as big as a small high school. I throw myself into the car and close the door, at this point suspicious that someone might stop me on the road before I manage to get home. Dang it, people, I have no opinions at this point. I just got the darn thing!<br/><br/>It takes me two days to work up the courage to part the cover and expose the pages. It is 2am in the morning, and from that point I am rapt untill the sun rises. The book couldn't have been more attatched to my hands had you sown it to my skin.<br/>The characters are lovingly flawed, the action is not overdone - and almost all the more compelling for it. The horror in contrast with the teenage reservations highlights the both splendidly. So take Battle Royale... splash it with a teaspoon of Brave New World, a salute to To Kill a Mockingbird, a dash of John Peel's 2099 and you have... well... This.<br/>It's great. I devoured the thing in six hours. Now I have to somehow get my hands on the next book - no way I'm going to wait another 3 months for the farg'n library.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BY7DG7IIIMGN?ASIN=0439023521	Don't hate the player, hate the Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Sixteen-year-old Katniss lives in a bleak future Appalachia, renamed District 12 by the Capitol, a Rome-like city-state which keeps all the Districts on the edge of starvation to supply itself with fantastic wealth.  Katniss barely keeps her family alive by illegally hunting outside her town's decrepit fences with her childhood friend Gale.  Then she finds herself swept into the Hunger Games, the annual ceremony in which the Capitol forces the people of the twelve Districts to watch on live TV as two dozen of their children fight each other to the death in a huge wilderness arena, as a brutal proof that the Districts are completely at the Capitol's mercy.<br/><br/>Suzanne Collins's sense of narrative pace is faultless; the book flies along and can easily be finished in a night.  The plot is an interesting mix of inspirations, part Takami's Battle Royale, part Orwell's 1984, part vicious satire of reality TV.  Parts of it could well have been drawn directly from Collins's nightmare journal: the tongueless Avoxes, the tracker jacker wasps whose sting induces terrifying hallucinations, and worst of all, the grisly origin of the muttations bred by the Capitol.  Collins never lets us forget Katniss's constant pain, fear and resentment; this is not in any sense an adventure, but a murderous, traumatic ordeal.  Indeed, this science fiction book paints a better picture of what war feels like for the weaker side than any work of historical fiction that I know.  The people from whom Katniss most needs help are the very people that the Games' rules require her to kill, facing her with constant conflict throughout the book, and the one strain of hope that survives the story is that Katniss does manage to form bonds with some of the other fighters in the arena with her.<br/><br/>Collins may have been analogizing the wealthy Capitol and its impoverished Districts to America (or the rich world countries in general) and the Third World.  If so, the analogy is certainly not exact - America does not have anywhere near so strong a hold over poor countries as the Capitol does over the Districts - but in the Capitol's frivolity and indifference to the poverty that surrounds it, the parallel to the average American is uncomfortably close.<br/><br/>The book is certainly far from perfect.  The ending is predictable and the final obstacle proves much easier to surmount than it should have been; it is hard to believe that nobody in the previous 75 Games has ever done what Katniss does at the end here, or that the Capitol has not devised an answer to it.  Furthermore, Katniss's character development is weak; she is stillv ery recognizably the same person at the end of the Games that she was at the beginning.  Some may fault the book for lack of originality; as I have mentioned, its roots in Takami and Orwell are all too obvious.  But it is not a stale retread; Collins has taken what she has experienced and transformed it into something new.  Very much like a mockingjay.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15ERDLQ8GNPU6?ASIN=0439023521	Originality through being derivative	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I will eschew the recap of the story (hundreds of other reviews can do that for you) in order to give you my review from a more literary perspective.  Don't get me wrong based on the title of my review: The Hunger Games is a very entertaining read, I barely put it down, and I immediately purchased Catching Fire.<br/><br/>However, with every page I turned, I couldn't help but think of and compare this book to other books or stories, especially Shirley Jackson's ""The Lottery,"" Orwell's 1984 and the Richard Bachmann/Stephen King stories, ""The Long Walk"" and ""The Running Man"" (the original story, not the movie adaptation).<br/><br/>Like 1984, there's a dystopian setting pitting the proletariat classes of the 12 districts against the totalitarian elite of the Capitol.<br/><br/>Like ""The Lottery,"" the Hunger Games tributes are selected at random as a sort of societal penance.<br/><br/>Like the ""Long Walk"" you get to know the contestants (even the unlikable ones) a little bit, build a relationship of sorts with them as they undergo their grueling trials, even as you know that it can't end well.<br/><br/>And perhaps the most fitting comparison is to ""The Running Man"" where the protagonist is pitted against hunters and the elements in a fight for survival where the prize for the last one standing is a lifetime of ease and comfort.<br/><br/>There's even a little bit of Fahrenheit 451 - a glimmer of hope for the triumph of the indomitable human spirit over brutal fascism.  If I thought about it some more, there are probably other elements cribbed from other novels and authors - though no specific example comes to mind, the whole book reminded me hauntingly of the stories of Philip K. Dick.  Lord of the Flies also leaps to mind.<br/><br/>Obviously, if you've never read any of these stories, you're not aware of how The Hunger Games borrows from these themes.  That's not to say that Suzanne Collins has plagiarized any of these works - after all, truly original themes are small in number, and even the greatest works of classical literature have leaned on themes that had been explored by others before them.  In this case, it's a lot like music - sometimes in the process of making an original tune, you arrange some notes in the same order that someone else has in the past.  It's not intentionally copying (you may not even have heard the other song before to know that they sound alike), but as you listen to the song you've created, there are little pieces where you subconsciously catch pieces of other things you sort of recognize but maybe can't quite place.<br/><br/>The book was very enjoyable, written in a straightforward first-person prose that reflects the character and setting - simple but not childish, and also without the kind of pretentiousness that you might expect from this kind of protagonist in other novels.  The story is told with a voice that you easily equate with the character.  If I had one complaint, I think the setup for the actual Hunger Games, including the selection and training of the tributes, dragged on a bit too long so that the Game itself seemed very compressed and rushed by comparison.<br/><br/>For what it's worth, the Hunger Games Trilogy bundle for Kindle is a more cost-effective option, saving you a few dollars compared to buying all three volumes of the series one at a time.  If I had realized that going in, I probably would have bought the Trilogy - I just saw a few different recommendations for the book recently and was looking for something new to read and picked it up to give it a try.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RM6L3SO9BK3N?ASIN=0439023521	Katniss of the Flies	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book having received a strong recommendation from a friend.<br/>Glad I did.<br/>I liken this to a mix between ""The Lord of The Flies"" meets ""The Running Man.""<br/>The concepts have been done before a million times over, but again, it is in the execution that we find our pleasure.<br/>Excellent pacing and the reader does not need to wait for long before the action begins.<br/>The protagonists are accessible to the reader even if from a heartstring pull though I found much more.<br/>The dystopian setting is evident and the reader can feel the oppression.<br/>At the same time there is a lot missing.<br/>Collins is not a wordsmith.  The writing was a bit pedestrian.<br/>The characters are not as fully formed as I would have liked.<br/>The setting is also lacking.  We get a sense of this oppressive world held by the ways of the evil ""Capitol,"" but the districts and their denizens are not well fleshed out save for our immediate characters.<br/>The ending of the book was, quite simply put, a letdown and only a lead-in to book number two.<br/><br/>So why did I give it four stars?!!!<br/>It was really fun to read!  It went incredibly fast and I was caught up, engrossed with the ""games.""<br/>It was in the telling.<br/>It was a great thrill ride and even feeling as though I knew where it was going and when I still enjoyed the ride and therefore it accomplished what I had hoped it would accomplish.<br/><br/>I am writing this as I am in the midst of reading the third installment of the trilogy, ""Mockingjay"" and I will tell the reader this-DO NOT read this book unless you plan on reading them all or you will be left wanting.  I do not think I am spoiling by saying this.<br/>The ending is only a segue and any astute reader will be able to pick up on where it is all going by the time you are about 25% done with this first novel.<br/><br/>Do not look for journalistic mastery.<br/>Do not look for incredibly well-developed characters or vivid imagery.<br/>If you are looking for a thrill ride this book will slake your thirst, but only if you are willing to keep reading through the first on into the second (""Catching Fire"") and hopefully there will be a satisfying ending in the Third (""Mockingjay"").<br/>I do not like being set up by an author that way, but if she delivers...I will be more than pleased.<br/>Namaste~</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2W2A9LKESVUB5?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic.  Period.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Have you ever read a book or watched a movie knowing nothing about it beforehand?  Then been utterly disappointed after having spent the time on such nonsense?  I can't count the number of times this has happened to me.  But on those rare occasions, I've gone in completely blind, which is hard to do these days because media is everywhere, and come out so elated I can't contain myself.  The Hunger Games is one of these rare events.<br/><br/>So how did I hear about the book?  Well, my lovely wife recommended I take a read, so I asked her what it's about.  Three words into her description (""It's about..."") I said, ""You know what? Don't tell me, I want to be surprised.""  And from the moment I turned the first page, I was riveted.<br/><br/>The premise of this book is like nothing I've read about before.  It's set in the future within a dictatorship regime and each year children are randomly selected to fight to the death for entertainment purposes.  It sounds gruesome and it is, fortunately Collins understands this and doesn't get into the gory details save but a few times when it's necessary.<br/><br/>Woven into this dramatic and unnerving theme, is a love story which may sound sappy and unnecessary but it truly adds another dimension to the dynamic relationships between the characters.  Additionally it allows for a few very unexpected, but welcome, surprises.<br/><br/>The range of emotions I ran through while reading The Hunger Games was intense.  I'm not an emotional person per se but to find myself feeling dejected, elated, saddened, relieved, enchanted, impassioned, excited all in the first few chapters, I was astounded.  The book is a rollercoaster of a ride, and it doesn't just stop after the first few pages.  The ride continues during the middle and even through to the end.<br/><br/>I can't imagine the movie they're making will be nearly as good as the book but who knows.  It will definitely have to be a decent budget for the special effects and over-the-top costumes.  And to have kids face off against one another to the death will be a stretch for Hollywood.  If they stay true to the book and don't glamorize or ""Hollywood"" it, they may just pull it off.<br/><br/>I will say the only downside to the book, and this is nitpicking, is the writing at times.  For the most part Collins does a good job but at moments, I was a bit thrown off by some of the wording, including the dialog.  Again, this is splitting hairs because the other elements of the book shine.<br/><br/>I don't give too many five stars just because I feel a book must truly set itself apart from the rest and really draw me in, but would I recommend this book?  Absolutely, yes.  And I've purposefully refrained from giving details but rather tried to give the emotional feel of the book.  Because if you're like me, not knowing what to expect and then immediately grabbed from page one, is what it's all about.  I'm already in book two (oh it's a trilogy btw) and it's just as good.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XF2YOAULC49Q?ASIN=0439023521	Solid, fast-paced fun	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">4.5/5 Stars:<br/><br/>After receiving recommendations from a fairly varied selection of sources (my 50+ mother, my 17-year old sister, and, most surprisingly, a 22-year old male friend) I finally decided to pick up The Hunger Games. Couldn't put this one down! Collins has a knack for mixing suspense, genuine and gory action, and a pinch of romance in a perfect balance that prevents her novel from dragging as protagonist Katniss is hurtled into a deadly game of survival by the post-apocalyptic, dystopian government of Panem. The Hunger Games is based on a premise that draws from a tradition of popular scifi and speculative fiction (various elements of the novel recall Shirley Jackson's ""The Lottery"" and Stephen King's ""Running Man""), as well as the current obsession with reality television, while still managing to remain fresh and engaging. Collins also incorporates a wealth of detail about both the world that has arisen from the ashes of ""the former North America"" and the sadistically-designed arena that houses the Games, creating a vivid backdrop that's almost as much a part of the action as the fighting itself.<br/><br/>I don't often see YA novels with a female protagonist that are marketable to male readers as well as female (for some reason, girl readers don't mind putting themselves in the place of male protagonists, but the opposite is not often true), but The Hunger Games seems to accomplish this unique feat for two key reasons. First, this is predominantly an action novel. There are a lot of blood and guts and even some creepy creature attacks, and Collins navigates through them like a pro. The novel is extraordinarily paced. I often tire of long action sequences that drag on for pages, but Collins manages to jump quickly from one exhilarating crisis to the next without losing interest. The story is also told in present tense, which adds a sense of immediacy to Katniss's narration. For readers who enjoy action (here's looking at you, guys), this is a must-read. The second benefit is that while the book is narrated in first person by a teenage girl, Katniss is tom-boyish, resourceful, and generally butt-kicking enough that it doesn't matter. This is no swooning Bella Swan (of Twilight infamy) we're dealing with. Yes, there is a love triangle that features as a subplot, but it operates under a slightly different twist than most you'll find in YA fiction...and for every moment of romance, there's a pack of mutant killer wasps or something similarly thrilling lurking around the corner to keep the plot moving. Plus, the whole dystopian thing, the brewing of societal unrest under the totalitarian government, etc. is a plotline that never seems to fail to engage readers of any age or gender.<br/><br/>There are some issues to be addressed -- a few characters that lack sufficient development, a love triangle that seems to be slightly missing one side, and a few spots that could use some further clarification -- but in general, The Hunger Games is an imaginative, action-packed, and thought-provoking novel suitable for all young adult and adult readers.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZ6ZLAKR5TKI7?ASIN=0439023521	not a good YA	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Ok.  America went down.  Ruined.  Bad Economy.  Now it is controlled by the ""Capitol"" populated by rich, fashionable, but oh-so-shallow people.  Anyway, the idea of entertainment for the capitol crowd is to force each of the 13 Districts to send a boy and a girl to compete in an annual TV reality show, the hunger game.  This fun-for-the- family game ends when only one participant remains alive.  But wait, this is not only for fun.  The capitol is actually devised this game as a mean to control the Districts--to show them who's the boss.  Genius?  It's pretty weird too me.  But anyway, let's proceed on this assumption.<br/>Our girl, Katniss, enters the game (obviously).  She is a strong girl who hunts illegally to provide for her family.  Katniss is strikingly beautiful and can sing with such voice that she attracts a serious secret admirer (guess who?).  Of course she does not realize any of these.  She and a boy from her district, Peeta, enter the game, faking romance to keep the audience's support (somehow these people don't guess this; no clues that this is like a staple of reality T.V.), and getting confused (do I love him or do I want to kill him?  Does he love me or does he want to kill me?) for the rest of the book.<br/>Fun to read, definitely.  Can't say I like it.  For sure this is not a good YA book.  Is this the next Harry Potter?  Noooooo!  The  way Collins writes annoys me.  She ""tells"" A LOT more than ""shows"".  Take her words for it.  Katniss loves Prim enough to painfully die (ok potentially die, probably painfully).  Katniss has this connection with Gale (another pointy end of the ensuing love triangle).  Not to worry that there isn't much interaction between them shown in the book.  Why not showing us these things a little bit up front (of wherever, I am not picky) so we would see why Katniss enters the game and why she is confused with her feeling for Peeta for the rest of the book.  By the way we get loads of details on what she eats at parties and what she wears to each T.V. appearance.  This kind of writing (trust Collins, it is so) carries through throughout the book.  Peeta is good at jokes and banters.  How about coming up with some jokes and banters and let us see for ourselves if Peeta is any good?<br/>The writing is not tidy.  I know.  Two more books to follow.  But what about those who do not want to read anymore?  There are obvious clues about an Avox girl, the 13th District, and the mockingjay that are just left hanging there.  Collins does not even try.  I hate clues left hanging there.  I know.  More books to come.  But aren't you supposed to end the book properly still? (Listen up, Rick Riordan!  I am talking about you too.) Read Harry Potter.  J.K. clues in earlier books are so well-placed and well-written that you (I mean, I) don't  realized until they are revealed later (the hidden diadem, the invisibility cloak, Regulus and Sirius Black, and the whole horcruxes thing).  And J.K. doesn't give up trying like four different bloody ways to explain what quidditch is in each of the first four books.  Each Harry Potter book is self-contained.  That's tidy writing.  No such attempt here.<br/>Collins also relies much on luck.  Wouldn't it be better if Peeta volunteered to the game instead of being randomly chosen and Katniss was shown to be exceptional or smart from the beginning?  As is, she was good at hunting and came through a difficult childhood but is that enough?  Why should I believe that she has a chance to win? (Er yes she wins) She happened to have a brilliant stylist, have Peeta at her feet, and the drunk mentor she has turns out to be a genius who can read her mind and she his.<br/>Anything more I don't like?  Well, just Katniss and Peeta.  They are dull and completely uninspiring.  Killing does not seem to bother them.  Again, Harry Potter is about friendship and courage and responsibility and sacrifice.  Harry actually thinks about his life (which sucks badly) and what he wants to do about it.  It is emphasized over and over that it is not fate but our choice that matters at the end.  It is uplifting to read.  Each death (not caused by him) bothers Harry to no end.  And he saved the world with Expelliarmus!  As for Katniss and Peeta, they killed or witnessed killing and they were like ""eh, too bad, sad day for the deader"" and went on worrying about their teenage love triangle.  YA, really?<br/>By the way, none of the participants of the ""hunger game"" actually went too hungry at any time.  Food is plentifully available if you are willing to fight or steal.  Also you can get rice and tasty lamb stew from the sky if you just make out with your love interest.<br/>If you have not guessed, Peeta is very corny.  It seems he doesn't know that either.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NJNSVVY0GSLU?ASIN=0439023521	The Ultimate Reality Show!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Ultimate Reality Show!<br/><br/>Using a science fictional back-drop, Suzanne Collins makes several attempts at analogy to criticize not only Big Brother and no matter its original intent, how people will go on supporting the Hunger Games despite the killings of their children, but also how a naive young woman, deals not only with self-sacrifice and a possible love interest, but struggles with her own rebellious nature.  Or, in short, wow!<br/><br/>As mentioned in other reviews, we have a future time where the USA has been destroyed and even some years after that, where the new nation known as Panem had quelled a rebellion of the surrounding 13 districts.  (13 districts - original 13 colonies perhaps?  Just a thought.)  The Hunger Games are established, per our heroine Katniss, to let the other districts know that the Capital is in charge and that they can do anything they want, including making a tradition of ritualistic homicide!<br/><br/>The homicide is dressed up to look pretty and attractive, complete with sponsors, over-enthusiastic handlers and a game-show atmosphere that would put our current reality shows to shame.<br/><br/>Unlike other dystopic stories I've read, we have a continuance of high level broadcasting, medical science demonstrated and hovercraft.  On the other hand we have extreme poverty.  The games are used as carrots for the poorer districts - get your kids to join in the games and you will get a supply of grain and other foodstuffs and gifts.<br/><br/>Begs the question:  what is your family worth?  Katniss notices that her sister is picked to go to the games.  Realizing that little girl would not stand a chance, she goes in Prim's place.  She amazes herself about this and remarks how other families have never done such a thing in so long that the protocol is rusty on this point.<br/><br/>Another question:  Contrivance and lies to encourage sponsor support.  I had to laugh at this as it is so true.  Even today we have sponsors pulling their support from former spokespersons due to their own immorality and sexual misconduct.  In The Hunger Games, sponsors will pull out if you're not vicious enough or their heart-strings are not pulled enough.<br/><br/>The romance contrivance was predictable but fun to see how it unfolds:  Katniss and her partner from the same District 12, Peeta, contrive a romance that brings in sponsors and gifts.  But she's confused:  Is Peeta faking or does he really love her?<br/><br/>Katniss' natural rebellious nature, her comments about her friend Gale (yes, silly, you love him, get over it!) and her conflicting feelings for Peeta and her growing rebellion against the Capital and their deadly Games, make for some interesting reading, despite a few inconsistencies here and there.<br/><br/>Can't wait for Catching Fire!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1AF4J3SJ00KS?ASIN=0439023521	Un-Put-Down-Able is an understatement	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I usually choose my yearly 100th book to read based on it meaning something to me, but this year I couldn't come up with anything, but then I remembered this book. I have a few friends, one in particular (hi, &lt;a href=""[...]""&gt;Lisa&lt;/a&gt;!), who have been hounding me to read these for a while. Honestly, it's YA, it's somewhat SciFi and the description just didn't seem to grab me. But I decided that my 100th book would be a nod to my friends and family that are always telling me ""Oh, you HAVE to read this book"". So, then...<br/><br/>I got about 5% into the book and was completely disgusted. I think I may have called Lisa a very bad name. You see, I could NOT PUT THE BOOK DOWN. It was darn well nearly physically attached to my hand. I lost sleep, I gasped in certain places, I yelled ""no!"" a few times, I was, in short, insane for the day it took me to read this one.<br/><br/>The author completely sucks you into this world of the future. Of kids dying as sacrifices to the capital. Of a love triangle. Of family bonds. Of humanity. There is so much going on in the book that it seems like it would be confusing, but in reality, you are so caught up in the entire story that it doesn't matter. It's all-encompassing. It's all-consuming. It's, as Lisa told me, un-put-down-able.<br/><br/>There are scenes that rip your heart out in this book. I had to remind myself when I was done that it was YA (Young Adult) because I enjoyed it immensely. Most YA material I can take or leave but this had me hitting the ""buy"" button for the next in the series within 2 minutes of finishing it.<br/><br/>This one makes my must-read list for 2010. I also do not know how to recommend this for, I simply cannot come up with anyone that might not enjoy it. I am not sure I would let my 7-year-old read it, but my 10-year-old would probably enjoy it just as much as my mother or my 70-year-old grandmother would. Read it. Seriously.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/REVSVGR9GLHE1?ASIN=0439023521	WOW!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't think I need to review this book even . So much has already been said ...In fact you must be wondering which planet I am living in , that I read this book now. I think so too! For a long time , I avoided reading this book due to all the hype surrounding it. Finally  I bought this book on impulse...because I was seeing this book everywhere..on every blog!<br/>Was it worth it? YES!!! I read this book in half a day. I did not eat, sleep or do anything else! I forgot about an important college assignment too!<br/><br/>The Hunger Games was shocking , scary and action packed. It made me afraid of what might be lying in wait for the future generation. I am sad that I decided to read the novel so late , when everyone is awaiting the third part. But -""Better late than never!""<br/><br/>This was a fast paced, exciting and edge of seat novel. Katniss has to be one of the most kick-ass YA fiction heroine ever! Not once did I feel like strangling her , as I feel with most other YA heroines. She had so much ""spunk"" - a powerful female protagonist is so uncommon in fantasy books .<br/><br/>Hunger Games is just not limited to senseless action , it deals with myriad of human emotions especially that of desperation. This original and unique dystopian novel has been very well written . The details of the setting are so vivid  that we can almost visualize all the action unfolding in front of us.<br/>It really made me wonder , how desperation and hunger brings out the worst in human beings. This is when the Darwinian concept of ""survival of the fittest"" plays such a major role.<br/><br/>Yes, this novel has lots of violence and aggression , but it has its moments of kindness and love too.Because of the graphic description of violence , Hunger Games might not be suitable for younger teens, but it is definitely more than worth it.<br/><br/>Overall:<br/>Compelling, intriguing , scary , innovative and entertaining dystopic fiction!<br/><br/>Team Peeta/Team Gale?<br/>Guys, you need to help me out here! I am so confused whom to support. Peeta seems spineless and needy. Gale is hardly there in the novel. I don't know whom to support. I think Katniss is too good for any of them.<br/><br/>Recommended?<br/>Ofcourse ! I also recommend ""Children of Men "" by PD James , which is aimed at adults and which (according to me ) is even better than Hunger Games , in the sense , that it is more haunting and beautiful.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XRYTNFJYLAPC?ASIN=0439023521	Katniss Plays the Game	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">12 Districts serve 1 Capitol. Every year two children, a boy and a girl, are chosen by drawing from each district to compete in the twisted Capitol Hunger Games. The Hunger Games were designed by the Capitol to keep the Districts in order, as punishment for a District uprising decades before. Only the victor returns home, to supposed glory and improved lifestyle.<br/><br/>In Sum: The Capitol makes children kill each other to keep the Districts afraid and distrustful. Don't expect a cheery fantasy.<br/><br/>Katniss Everdeen, 16 years old, lives in District 12, the coal-mining district that has had only 1 victor in the history of the Hunger Games. Katniss' father died in a coal-mining accident, causing her mother to have an emotional breakdown, after which Katniss never fully trusted or depended on her, so the person Katniss loves most in the whole world is her little sister Prim. Of all the names in the bowl, it's Prim's name that is called to participate in the 74th Hunger Games. Katniss immediately volunteers to take her sister's place, and so begins her struggle to keep herself alive, and her family safe.<br/><br/>Katniss is accompanied to the Capitol by her new mentor, Haymitch, the District 12 victor. She doesn't think he will be much help preparing them for the games, as most of the time he is drunk. There is also the boy chosen from District 12, Peeta, who once helped Katniss when her family was starving. Probably to deal with the fact that, if she intends to win -- and she promised her family she would -- she has to kill Peeta, her emotions boil to strong distrust and she's certain his motives are to manipulate her.<br/><br/>Like celebrities, Katniss and the other competitors are given full makeovers and paraded in front of the cameras for the entire Capitol to enjoy. Katniss' stylist and eventual friend, Cinna, has Peeta and Katniss present themselves as a pair instead of enemies, which along with their awesome costumes gets them great publicity. It leads, however, to the necessity of them showing on camera as In Love. For Katniss, this is entirely an act; for Peeta, it may not be.<br/><br/>So as if dodging other competitors in the woodland arena, finding water, healing dangerous bites, killing people, and watching companions die isn't enough to deal with, Katniss must also pretend to be in love with someone she inevitably has to kill.<br/><br/>The first book is full of excitement, and the series will keep you in constant anticipation that will not end until you've completed the trilogy. Be prepared -- with all 3 books and a long weekend!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DIOIXM9FVQSR?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After hearing so many people rave about this book, I knew I had to read it.  I had read one of Collins' Gregor books before and enjoyed it so I knew this couldn't be too bad.  Not to mention I absolutely love dystopian novels.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is set in a United States far in the future.  Only it's not the United States anymore, its Panem, a controlling government city surround by twelve districts.  Katniss is a member of district 12, best known for its coal mining and starving citizens.  When her sister is picked as one of the tributes for the Hunger Games (an event put on by the government every year that has a boy and a girl from each district fight to the death until on one is left remaining) she selflessly volunteers to go instead.  With the boy tribute Peeta they head to the Capitol where they will be trained for the event and gussied up for everyone to see and place bets on.<br/><br/>Advertised as star-crossed lovers Peeta and Katniss are quick favorites.  They clean up nice and become a quick hit with the sponsors who are allowed to give them gifts during the game.  They are dropped with the other tributes in a field and quickly have to kill, be killed, or get out of there to plan how to survive.  When the games start turning brutal and death seems to be imminent they must stick together in order to survive.  The problem is, the rules say only one of them can win.<br/><br/>There's a lot more to this story than I could ever summarize without giving away important plot details.  It is full of depth and frightening, yet intriguing ideas.  Katniss as a character is ok.  She's very standoffish and since the story is told from her in the present tense that can make for hard narrating at times.  Peeta is genuine and you find yourself rooting for him, but Collins does a good job of not making you trust him fully.  The rest of the characters only have small parts so there isn't much detail about a majority of them.  This is probably a positive aspect as you don't care too much when they die.<br/><br/>Collins is a pretty good writer.  That being said, I didn't care for the first person present tense in this novel.  Its never one of my favorite tenses because it seems awkward and doesn't lend itself to describing things very well.  While we can get a faint gist of Kat's world from her eyes, it isn't as much as I wanted to see.  She has the makings of a very interesting world and human destiny, loads more information would be appreciated.<br/><br/>This is a great book that shouldn't just be limited to juvenile fiction.  I think all ages can enjoy this book; especially those who favor dystopian fiction.  There are a few flaws in the book but not enough to keep it from being a thoroughly enjoyable read.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games<br/>Copyright 2008<br/>374 pages<br/><br/>Review by M. Reynard 2010</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SESG0IYGFL9Y?ASIN=0439023521	Just like true love, this book will hit you in the gut	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger Games and it's second part ( Catching Fire) were Christmas gifts from my boyfriend but I must admit that I haven't really heard much about them prior to last year's holiday. Once I had them all sorts of wonderful reviews started to come to my attention and I wondered: what is this book, why is it so special? All I had to do was read it to find out for myself but I read it without knowing too much of the plot and I have to say it was a wonderful way to go about it. The book was a pleasant surprise, but be warned, once you start reading it you won't want to put it down, I realized that Suzanne Collins  was a writer for one of my favorite tv shows when I was growing up, Nickelodeon's quirky  Clarissa Explains It All which I love to this day, so I was ecstatic to see that this was her creation, it certainly had a richness and spunk that most YA books lack even if they are entertaining, it had a layer of depth that gave me chills, it's a book that you want to be rude with, meaning you want to whip it out while you're out socializing and read it at the dinner table or when people are trying to chat with you, it's impossible not to think about it once the first few pages are turned.<br/><br/>Not knowing anything about this story can be great so those who want to go in blind please do so, it's a great way to enjoy this story but to summon it up I will say that it has courage, hope, gruesome deaths ( somehow it works, don't ask me how) and plenty of tension, not to mention layers of themes that make it feel like dinner and desert all in one. If I had to categorize these genera I'd call is science fiction but with an organic feel, there is blood and sweat, not just metal and batteries. Post apocalyptic America is transformed into Panem and there are twelve districts who specialize in different things ( some are about agriculture, others about minerals or different types of labor) and each year a boy and a girl is chose form each district to be taken to an arena, well a landscape, to battle to the death and only one wins, if they refuse gruesome end will come to the whole district and all of the inhabitants. Even though they are just kids many are ready to battle, fame and glory is showered upon the contestants and of course especially on the winner, some harbor a hunger to kill while others cringe at the thought of hurting anyone, there can only be one winner and the contestants are chosen at random. Our heroine is Katniss Everdeen from district twelve, her problem is that her battle partner is her neighbor who starts to grow on her, how on Earth do you battle twenty three teens, one of them being your friend or even something more and survive with a clear conscience and still come out being the same person is beyond me, but that is the task. Hunger Games reminded me of a movie that I loved, Battle Royale, it's a wild read but somehow it works, the glitz and glam of winning makes some of the kids stand out from the crowd, some grow more vicious while others develop guts, but it's too late for all of them except for one...the adventure begins and let me tell you, it's a wild and exciting ride, as gruesome as it sounds.<br/><br/>This is easily one of the best books of 2010 and I think I will remember it for a very long time. The second I was done reading it ( I actually woke up early on a Saturday morning to read the last hundred pages) I pulled Catching Fire off my shelf and read the next chapter, it's good.. I had to stop myself from reading it all in one sitting, I got the third book last week but I plan to stretch them over a few weeks,a pleasurable torment! This is going to be made into a film trilogy and I'm very curious to see if the pictures all those words created will match those in my head, books are always nicer but the more Hunger Games I get the better, enjoy!<br/><br/>- Kasia S.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WF40TO98GS5R?ASIN=0439023521	A Brutal Postapocalyptic Adventure	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Before wrapping <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Hunger-Games/dp/0439023521"">The Hunger Games</a> as a Christmas present for my daughter-in-law, I read a few pages of it, and was instantly intrigued. However, the book is labeled on the shelf at Wal-Mart as for ""Young Adults,"" and as a 57-year-old man, I wondered if it could sustain my interest beyond those few pages. Phenomenal sales aren't necessarily an indication of anything, but I love dystopian fiction, and so I sprung for my own copy, thinking there might be something to it. Well, Collins managed to keep it constantly interesting, and I ripped through it. Considering the brutality of the setup, Collins was careful to limit her heroine's capacity to kill in the arena, framing it instead as an innocent extension of her survival instincts, while depicting the villains as relishing participation. By fleshing out her characters in this fashion, you had people you could root for and others you booed against.<br/><br/>Collins begins with a few scenes from Katniss' life in the district, where the reader is supplied with a bit of history and descriptions of the current social strata. Participation in the annual games is mandatory according to a wealthy ruthless elite living in the splendorous Capitol. Contestants are picked from the oppressed and abject districts (a teen-aged boy and girl from each) by a ceremonial lottery, that's ballyhooed on television with lots of fanfare. The contestants are treated like stars, and the pampering and coiffing begin immediately during the train ride, which works also as a press junket, to the city. All of the contestants are formally introduced to the public in a live pageant, with grand entrances in sensational costumes. Once the games begin, the audience watches the event live via cameras placed throughout an arena of thick forest, streams, fields, a plateau, and so on. Over several days, as the games progress and some of the teenagers die, sponsors are lined up for their favorite contestants and bets are placed. Sponsors sometimes provide gifts that might help their favorite contestant, so a contestant has to be a bit savvy. The last contestant standing will return to his or her district relatively wealthy. Here's where conflict comes in for Katniss: The other contestant, Peeta, from her district is a boy she knew nearly all of her young life, and one who'd shown her compassion back home at a very desperate time. To avoid spoiling anymore surprises, I can sum it up by saying that Collins introduces a lot of cool stuff that had me turning the pages. There was a clever twist to the ending, resolving the central conflict in a rewarding way.<br/><br/>There's not a lot of emotional subtlety here, but if you need more depth, there's a level of moral complexity that makes it a worthwhile read. But for the most part, this was a FUN read. It's escapist literature, simply crafted, using the rule Kurt Vonnegut stated was the purpose of a good writer: To make the task of the reader as simple as possible. I thoroughly enjoyed it, and I intend to buy the next two books in the trilogy, <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Catching-Fire-The-Second-Book-of-the-Hunger-Games/dp/0439023491"">Catching Fire (The Second Book of the Hunger Games)</a> and <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Mockingjay-The-Final-Book-of-The-Hunger-Games/dp/0439023513"">Mockingjay (The Final Book of The Hunger Games)</a>, in hardcover editions. And when my grandson -- who's now in the third grade -- shows interest in books like these (right now he's into graphic novels), I'll pass them down to him. The set will make a nice gift and we'll have fun discussing them.<br/>____________________________________________________________________</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R322NEBFWZ8GKL?ASIN=0439023521	Unlike Any Other...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Once in awhile a well-hyped book comes along and actually lives up to that hype.  ""Hunger Games"" did that for me.  I honestly avoided this book for awhile because I figured I didn't really want to read a book about people starving.  Then my fourteen year old daughter read it and gushed over it.  She explained the basic premise to me and I was intrigued.  The book still sat on my shelf for ages.  I have been reading about all the excitement for the final book's ""Mockingjay""'s release.  Somehow that provoked me to finally pick up the book and read.  I didn't quit until it was finished. Its scary to think our country could turn out the way it does in this book, yet is it so far beyond possible?  Could this happen to us?  This is only one theme I found myself contemplating during and after this book.  The other is our love of reality t.v.  Is our society such that we would place bets and openly watch and cheer as our children are forced into a battle for their lives?  It is literally kill or be killed here.  What is even a shy 12 year old going to do in such circumstances.  In ""Hunger Games"" one such shy child gets picked for the Hunger Games but her older sister Katniss volunteers to take her place.  Into the arena she goes, along with 23 other unlucky children.  What happens after this is amazing.  The story never lacks in pacing or plot.  The real beauty of the story ends up being the relationships that take place in the arena and of course the study of how each of the contestants react to what happens to them.  I will say there was one odd thing in the book that I felt came out of nowhere.  At the end there is a scene with mutts or muttations (I can't remember exactly what they were called).  Katniss realizes something about them in that scene and I thought it was over the top.  Not only that, but then it was just dropped.  I have shrugged that incident off as something that will be explained in more detail in the next books. I did end up shedding a tear in a few places but my biggest sadness was when I realized the book was over and I didn't have the second volume ""Catching Fire"" yet.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R171TWT71DC5ZK?ASIN=0439023521	Wish I'd been able to read this as a teenager	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I believe I first read about ""The Hunger Games"" in a book review newspaper at the library.  It sounded intriguing even though written for young adults.  I have always liked post-apocalyptic fiction so I thought I'd give this a try.  I am so glad I did.  I liked everything about this book and book two of the trilogy <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Catching-Fire/dp/0439023491"">Catching Fire</a>.  The characters are exceptionally well drawn with a strong female protagonist; it has an absolutely fabulous plot; AND I've been able to share the books with my teenage granddaughter and she has liked them as much as I do.  Book three of the trilogy <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Mockingjay/dp/0439023513"">Mockingjay</a> is coming out August 24, 2010 and both my granddaughter and I are waiting impatiently.<br/><br/>I did feel that ""Catching Fire"" was a little slower than ""The Hunger Games"" but still exceptionally well written.<br/><br/>Both ""The Hunger Games"" and ""Catching Fire"" were fairly violent in spots. There were some slight hints at sexual references.  If you are a parent reading this, you know your child the best.  Either read the books yourself and decide if content is appropriate - I think you will be surprised on how well the different situations are handled.  Or if I was making a decision for my own children, I would have probably read the books, discussed a couple of the areas with them, and then let them read and ask me questions if they wanted.  I did discuss the books beforehand with my son to get his okay to send to my granddaughter and then she and I have discussed since.<br/><br/>Young adult fiction is changing since I was a teen.  It's not Nancy Drew and the Hardy Boys any more but then the world has changed, too.  There's a lot of really great YA fiction out there.  Another set my granddaughter and I have read is <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Uglies/dp/1435248244"">Uglies</a>,<a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Pretties/dp/0689865392"">Pretties</a>,<a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Specials/dp/1416947957"">Specials</a>, and <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Extras/dp/1416971211"">Extras</a>; or the boxed set <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Uglies-The-Collector-s-Set-Uglies-Pretties-Specials-Extras/dp/1416971203"">Uglies, The Collector's Set: Uglies, Pretties, Specials, Extras</a>.  Another great plot line with memorable characters.<br/><br/>ADDED COMMENTS:  I just reread both ""The Hunger Games"" and ""Catching Fire"" to jog my poor old feeble memory before I started on the last book of the trilogy <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Mockingjay/dp/0439023513"">Mockingjay</a>.  I enjoyed both books just as much the second time around and discovered details and nuances I missed the first time.  I'm about 100 pages into ""Mockingjay"" and will review it separately when I finish.  But this trilogy is right at the top of my list of all-time favorites - of any genre.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QM46OEL5PXVG?ASIN=0439023521	THE most exciting book I have read in a very, very long time...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is one of those rare novels that will make you forget everything else that's going on around you.  You do NOT want to start reading this until you have a long weekend with no plans and plenty of quiet time.  This completely transported me from my couch to a place called Panem in post-apocalyptic America.  The book doesn't cover the events that led up to this existence replacing the United States, nor does it dwell on ""The Future"" with flying cars and such.  Suzanne Collins created a future that is understated and believable.  In fact, it is SO frighteningly realistic, you will believe everything is entirely plausible.<br/><br/>It is what it is - a land which has been separated into 13 districts and ruled by a cruel capitol.  Gone are the days of freedom.  The world our story takes place in is bleak, but reality for Katniss, a very mature teenage girl whose father was killed in a mining accident.  Her mother has lost all coping skills so keeping the family fed has become her greatest responsibility.  Survival is tough in District 12.  Hunting isn't a sport, but a means of survival.  Capitalism is gone, replaced by a meandering existence with no real purpose for living.  The only excitement are the Hunger Games, the most disturbing reality show ever created.  It's more than a reality show - it's bigger than the super bowl.  It's a national lottery where two kids between the ages of 12-18 from each district are selected at random to participate - one boy, one girl.  If you are chosen, it's as good as a death sentence.  The Hunger Games are a fight to the death and killing all other remaining contestants is the only way out.  There is only one winner...and the story begins with Katniss Everdeen's family getting the news that her young sister has been chosen.  Katniss feels protective of her younger sister, who is only 12, so she volunteers to take her place - an act that is almost unheard of.<br/><br/>Instantly, Katniss is swept up into a world of dread and pageantry as she prepares for her debut as a contestant in The Hunger Games.  If you're a fan of survivor tales and psychological thrillers, you're going to love this.  This book also doesn't have an age or gender base of which it will appeal to most, which is great.  You can recommend it to anyone.  It's tame enough for younger readers who can stomach the violent subject matters.  The characters are also mature enough where adults can easily slip into the roles without much difficulty as well.  I've heard this book compared to <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Battle-Royale-The-Novel/dp/1421527723"">Battle Royale: The Novel</a> by Koushun Takami, <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Most-Dangerous-Game-Richard-Connell-s-Original-Masterpiece/dp/1604500298"">The Most Dangerous Game - Richard Connell's Original Masterpiece</a>,<a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/House-of-Stairs/dp/0140345809"">House of Stairs</a> by William Sleator, <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Running-Man-Special-Edition/dp/B0001932ZA"">The Running Man (Special Edition)</a> and even fans of the TV reality series <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Survivor-The-Complete-First-Season/dp/B0001ZDKXI"">Survivor - The Complete First Season</a>.  In book form, it's a PG rating.  The violence is loathed, not glorified.  There are various sub-plots that will reinforce the fact that you won't want to put this book down once you start reading it.  Psychological elements of who you can trust, who you can't, a romance that leaves the reader and the protagonists scratching their heads and the thrill of strategic victories make this positively addicting.  Cat and mouse fear fests abound throughout.<br/><br/>What will hook you about this novel?  It's written as realistically as watching a reality show feels.  Everything unfolds like you are watching it on camera.  There are no dull moments.  Unlike TV reality shows where there is time to hear plenty of gossiping, complaining or watching contestants laze around on hammocks, there is none of that here.  Every second is a fight to survive as the contestants are thrown into a wilderness setting where knowledge of plant life, weaponry, strategy, and their own cleverness are the only things standing between themselves and a sure death.  If you're a superbowl fan, you know you can't just turn the TV off and watch the recorded version some other time.  You have to sit and watch the whole game.  That's how this book is - you can't put it down until you reach the conclusion.  Brilliant book!  Can't wait to read the sequels!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SSJYP7IFVPKW?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Everybody told me to read this book, and I'm glad I did. The Hunger Games is a hot YA novel that is definitely science fiction, but it's not marketed that way from what I can tell. I finally read it and and finished last week. It started pretty slow, but the main character, Katniss (named after flowering water plant), was awesome. I really enjoyed how the author portrayed her and was impressed at how much I was made to care. Katniss has a self-deprecating sincerity that makes you love her. The book is very character driven and tells the story of a future North America that has been brought under the control of a cruel central government that imposes its will on twelve districts with starving populations kept poor and hungry by draconian policies. The government (referred to as, ""the capital"") forces each district to send a boy and girl to participate in the Hunger Games once a year--they draw lots to see who goes--but it's probably rigged. Then the capital game makers lock the teenagers into an arena where they proceed to kill each other live on television--which shows how big and powerful the capital is--and keeps the districts in line.<br/><br/>Only one person can survive and win. Good thing Katniss is an amazing archer--she hunted illegally since she was young. She's a truly interesting character and the entire novel is from her point of view. I love it that Suzanne Collins didn't muddy the waters with other characters points of view. She stays in tight on Katniss and this really allowed me, and I think any reader, to really become vested in the character. The story is a little far-fetched for me, but I can mostly buy it, and the world that Collins created is fascinating. In the end, the book is well written, interesting, and has some cool characters, especially Katniss. I don't see it as a must read, but I was quite entertained. I'm now listening to the audio book of the sequel, Catching Fire, and I like it a lot so far. Book three in the series is out now and I'm glad I'll be able to read it without a long wait. In summary, Suzanne Collins has created an excellent series for young adults and adults, that entertains as well as educates the reader about the dangers of inhumanity and the consequences of having to do anything to survive.<br/><br/>Paul Genesse<br/>Author of The Dragon Hunters<br/>[...]</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Z0G4OUOJE0N4?ASIN=0439023521	Creepy and Riveting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">At some point in the future, North America is ruled by the iron fist of the government.  The continent has been divided into districts, each one working for some government good and enclosed in electric fences.  To leave the enclosure means death.  To disobey the government means death.  In the somewhat-distant past, one district tried to rebel and was bombed out of existence.  Although district 13 was destroyed, the government needs a way to remind the people of the futility of fighting against them, to remind them that they are helpless.  Thus the Hunger Games are born.<br/><br/>Every year the twelve districts each choose by lottery one boy and one girl between the ages of twelve and eighteen.  The chosen boys and girls are sent to the capital city, where they are cleaned up, well fed, pampered, carefully groomed, and evaluated by a group of judges.<br/><br/>Then they are sent into a giant arena to fight to the death.  This event is gambled on and televised for all to watch.<br/><br/>Sixteen-year-old Katniss lives in district 12, an exceptionally poor coal-mining community.  Her father is dead, so she illegally hunts in the forest outside of the fences in order to feed herself, her mother, and her sister.  When, against all odds, her twelve-year-old sister is chosen for the Hunger Games, Katniss leaps forward to take her place.<br/><br/>She knows that odds are against her.  Still, Katniss can hunt and handle some weapons.  She knows how to quietly stalk prey and how to stay hidden.  And she seems to have the support and friendship of Peeta, the boy chosen from her district.  Katniss can't understand why he is always so nice to her, when she knows the two of them need to be prepared to kill each other in the arena.<br/><br/>I really liked the plot of this story.  It's horrifying and fascinating, and Katniss is a very strong and conflicted character.  I liked reading about her strategy and the way her mind worked, and her empathy for others in the story.<br/><br/>I did think it was frustrating that she just couldn't possibly grasp what Peeta's motivation was in being nice to her, especially when he kept telling her over and over again.  How much clearer could he have been about his feelings?<br/><br/>I'm looking forward to reading the second book in this trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SBVNY08MTV6E?ASIN=0439023521	Good, not great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Like many reviewers, it did not take me long to finish this book.  Cliffhangers galore basically prevent you from closing it until it's finished.<br/><br/>For the most part, I liked it.  Especially in the beginning, I thought the writing was very solid, the descriptions apt, the characters intriguing.  But then...right when they arrived at the Capitol, I felt as if things got a bit off-track.  Supporting characters were very one-dimensional, the high-quality description was basically discarded in favor of explaining the cliché futuristic gadgets and gizmos that I've read one too many times.  Who cares about the shower having confusing buttons?  Or wardrobe?  I mean, yes, clothing is interesting, it tells more about the character, and I thought the whole flame costume was pretty cool, but I could have done with one less ""oh, I barely recognize myself"" scene that resulted every time she put on a dress.  It got old.<br/><br/>[SPOILERS]<br/>Now, the Game itself.  I thought it was well-paced, and had the appropriate amount of violence and obstacles.  There were several times I thought Katniss got off too easily--Rue and Thresh are killed for her, and there's a miraculous ""rule"" that she can now work with Peeta--pita bread, get it? ha. ha.--without having to kill him.  Yay her.  That whole announcement just annoyed me when I read it--far too convenient.  In my opinion, it just cheapened anything they did together afterward.  Instead of helping him in spite of the rules, she helps him because she's allowed--and encouraged--to do so.  Teamwork at its finest.<br/><br/>On a whole, I feel that this book was an enjoyable read.  It was entertaining, despite my few annoyances with it, and is set up for the following books in the series, which I will be picking up.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OAUXUV2I41XS?ASIN=0439023521	from Missprint DOT wordpress DOT com	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">In the ruins of a place once known as North America lies the nation of Panem, a shining Capitol surrounded by twelve outlying districts. Ruthless and calculating, the Capitol rules the districts with an iron hand. Especially after what happened to District 13. But people don't talk about that.<br/><br/>Inside the Capitol life is a constant celebration filled with beauty and abundance, especially during the Games. Outside the Capitol, in the other districts, people live in poverty struggling to find enough to eat. To remind them, year after year, that they once rebelled and are now conquered, the Capitol has made the Hunger Games an annual spectacle of brutality masked as entertainment.<br/><br/>Two tributes are required from each district. One boy and one girl between the ages of twelve and eighteen. Whisked from their homes, forced into an arena, the tributes are trained, armed, and ordered to fight to the death. There is one Victor in every Game. But no one ever truly beats the Hunger Games because no one can ever truly beat the Capitol.<br/><br/>Sixteen-year-old Katniss Everdeen doesn't care about the Games. She cares her mother and protecting her younger sister Prim. She cares about surviving and finding enough food for her family. For Katniss, underfed and ill-prepared, stepping into the arena promises a quick and gruesome death.<br/><br/>Her male counterpart, Peeta Mellark, is unlikely to fare much better.<br/><br/>There can only be one Victor. But working together, Katniss and Peeta might just find a way to beat the Games in The Hunger Games (2008) by Suzanne Collins.<br/><br/>By now, this book hardly needs a review. Wildly popular, The Hunger Games already flies off the shelves. After reading the book, it's easy to see why.<br/><br/>Collins presents a bleak, futuristic world filled with action and the promise of excitement and intrigue. The Hunger Games is not written as a story being told to a reader. Instead Katniss seems to be talking directly to the reader. The immediacy and pathos this adds to the story cannot be overstated. Readers are right there with Katniss as she meets the other tributes--and calculates how best to kill them and the likelihood that they will beat her to it. Katniss could be cold and calculating, indeed she often is, but the dynamic between Katniss and the other characters makes her more than that. It makes her human.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is essentially filled with battles, twists, and suspense. But it is also the story of life in a police state. Even more, it is the story of a girl learning who she is in the most unlikely of settings and understanding that sometimes victory can be about a whole lot more than winning.<br/><br/>Possible Pairings: Black Potatoes by Susan Campbell Bartoletti, Graceling by Kristin Cashore, City of Bones by Cassandra Clare, Gregor the Overlander by Suzanne Collins, Incarceron by Catherine Fisher, The Miles Between by Mary E. Pearson, Uglies by Scott Westerfeld, Big Brother (reality show), Death Race (movie), Survivor (reality show)</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R322C8JDE893QI?ASIN=0439023521	Fast-Paced Dystopic Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the first book in a young adult series (and I think it shows!) about a dystopic world where the United States is now known as Panem. Divided into twelve distinct districts that each have their own industrial focus, Panem is ruled from the Capitol with an iron fist. To help keep the people in line--which is very necessary considering everyone is kept on the brink of starvation--the Capitol requires each district to send two tributes (a boy and girl) to The Hunger Games each year. A country-wide televised event, The Hunger Games changes each year, with a special arena being constructed for each game. What doesn't change is the basic rule: all tributes must either kill or be killed, and only one tribute can be left standing at the end.<br/><br/>The concept of having young people being thrown together in an arena and being forced to fight to the death sounds horrible--and it is, but it also makes for exciting reading. The story is told from the point-of-view of Katniss--a 16-year-old girl from District 12 (the coal mining district in what used to be Appalachia). Katniss is not your average girl by today's standards. She's a rule-breaker (leaving the fenced district to hunt for food in the woods) and a skilled hunter, especially with bows and arrows. When her beloved younger sister Prim is selected as a tribute for the Hunger Games, Katniss volunteers to go in her place. As she enters the flamboyant, anything goes world of the Capitol, we learn more about the Games and her fellow tribute--Peeta, a good-looking son of a baker who showed kindness to Katniss years ago. When they are thrust into the arena, all bets are off as Katniss struggles to survive and be the last tribute standing. But Peeta throws a wrench into the mix and changes Katniss's game plan, leading to an ending that is sure to cause problems for everyone involved.<br/><br/>In the second book, Catching Fire, (and I doubt if you read the first book you won't continue on with the series), we get to find out what happens after the Hunger Games described in the first book. Once again, Collins sets up a cliffhanger ending that will probably ensure that the third installment will shoot straight to the top of the best-seller lists.<br/><br/>I'm not going to talk too much about these books as they've probably been discussed to death already. My guess is if the concept of the books appeals to you, you're going to read this series and will be pretty satisfied with them. I didn't think the writing was stellar and I had some issues with Katniss being unaware of what is going on around her (especially in the second book), but these books are meant to be fast exciting reads and they don't disappoint. Frankly, I felt Collins could have dropped the whole ""love triangle"" subplot and had a better book, but perhaps that is just me.<br/><br/>The Bottom Line: 4 stars for concept and 3.5 stars for execution. Perfect for young adults and anyone seeking a fast-moving dystopian tale that doesn't make you think too much. I read both books in a day. These books are the equivalent of eating a candy bar--a candy bar with spikes in it--but a candy bar nonetheless.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2AH20MPJA8L3R?ASIN=0439023521	Utterly Engrossing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Every year a boy and a girl are chosen from each district to compete in the televised Hunger Games. Only one person may win the Hunger Games, by eliminating all of the competition. When Katniss Everdeen's sister is chosen to compete in the Hunger Games, Katniss comes forward to take her place. Katniss must make some incredibly tough decisions which I certainly do not envy.<br/><br/>What can I say about the Hunger Games that hasn't already been said? I think Collins has hit on such an original concept. We've all read dystopian/post-apocalyptic novels before (HELLO 1984), I think Collins breathes some fresh air into the genre.<br/><br/>I love that towns had to sacrifice their future, children, as tributes to the state. I mean if you can give up your kid to a televised bloodbath battle royale, clearly somebody must have a ridiculous amount of power over you.<br/><br/>In all honesty, the Hunger Games made me feel ashamed of myself. I am a reality show addict, I can name most of the contestants from the VH1! of Love shows, VH1 Charm School, America's Next Top Model, and the list goes on. I wasn't a huge Survivor fan, but if there was something like the Hunger Games broadcast on TV, I would probably watch it. I mean, not if kids were really killing each other, but yeah. I know, that is horrible.<br/><br/>Another thing which was fantastic about this book was the pace. I felt there was never a dull moment. I liked that the protagonist, Katniss, could hold my interest the whole way through. Plus she was kick-butt. It wasn't all about a male saving her. It was about her being a strong female. I appreciate when a YA book has a main female character who doesn't let people walk all over her.<br/><br/>I definately recommend this book to anyone looking to be engrossed.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WMFWCV4TVD4T?ASIN=0439023521	THE HUNGER GAMES BY SUZANNE COLLINS	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">From the author of the bestselling Underland Chronicles come the first in a brilliant new series that will change how you view your everyday life in more ways than you can count.  Collins has taken a science fiction archetype - a doomed future world where everyone gets by, barely - with a certain cast of characters that sets off the readers emotions to unknown bounds.<br/><br/>North America.  The future.  Now known as Panem, it is a changed world, the country divided into districts, each district with its own industrial focus - minding, farming, manufacturing.  For the most part, many in the districts struggle to get by, struggle to survive.  Our main character, Katniss Everdeen, is a sixteen-year-old girl who has spent her life helping her family - her mother and younger sister - hunting for food and scraps, fighting to keep them all alive.  She is a teen beyond her years.<br/><br/>The annual event of the Hunger Games arrives: a stark reminder of how worse things could really be if the Capitol didn't control the districts.  A boy and a girl - between twelve and eighteen - are selected from each district and forced to participate in the Games.  Katniss's younger sister gets picked, and Katniss does what she's always done: steps in front, volunteering in her sister's place, saving her life.  Then she is off to the Hunger Games.<br/><br/>In the style of The Running Man, it is a nationally televised event, akin to the gladiatorial games of Rome, with much pomp and circumstance.  Twenty-four kids find themselves put into the ""ring"" - an unknown terrain that may or may not be habitable - and with the sound of a gong and the start of the games, they must fight each other to the death until one last child remains standing.  The children find themselves under constant pressure, to survive in the environs, to defend themselves against each other, and if the viewers get bored, creatures may be released to keep them on their toes.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is one of those books that could be shelved in the young adult section for its use of teen characters, or the science fiction section for its powerful storytelling of a future world with some undeniable and harsh similarities to our own, or the fiction section for is strong characters who deal with very human emotions while fighting each other to survive.  This is strongest in Katniss, who knows how to hunt and fight for herself, but knows little of love and caring for those other than her family, and yet in the Hunger Games sometimes you must make allies to survive, at a cost, for eventually you will have to kill your ally.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games will have you on the edge of your seat, flipping the pages, but also wanting to read slowly and savor the incredible story, and at the end you'll be somewhat annoyed by the abrupt ending.  Have no fear, the sequel, Catching Fire, will be out September 1st, while Collins continues work on the third book in the series.<br/><br/>[...]</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19K5XQAQGPYJJ?ASIN=0439023521	Harrowing Story of Survival & Humanity	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is definitely a first for me, I bought and thoroughly enjoyed a book recommended by Stephen King!  King wrote a positive review of the book for Entertainment Weekly.  I was skeptical, as the premise sounded like <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Lottery-and-Other-Stories/dp/0374529531"">The Lottery and Other Stories</a> meets <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Lord-of-the-Flies-50th-Anniversary-Edition/dp/0399529209"">Lord of the Flies (50th Anniversary Edition)</a> (with a little of King's own ""Running Man"" thrown in for good measure), but when I found it half price at a store closing I took a chance.  What this book has, that I found lacking in the first two I mentioned, is hope.  The heroine of ""The Hunger Games"" holds tight to her integrity and the good things in her life, like her sister.  I was gripped from the very first page, and riveted until the last page. I am so glad there will be a sequel.<br/><br/>Collins creates a very realistic future dystopia.  Global disaster and war have destroyed civilization and a new nation has arisen from the ashes - Panem.  The ruling Capitol is surrounded by 13 districts.  These districts rebelled over 70 years before, and were defeated - one completely wiped out.  The remaining districts were forced, in addition to providing goods and materials to the Capitol, into providing two tributes to annual Hunger Games.  A girl and a boy between 12 and 18 years old who will fight to the death on live television.  When Prim ""wins"" the lottery, Katniss steps up to take her little sister's place.  Her fellow tribute is a boy who once did a selfless act of kindness toward Katniss that she feels indebted for.  How will she be able to kill him?<br/><br/>At first the concept seems outrageous - would people really watch young children fight to the death for entertainment?  What makes the book so scary is that people likely would.  Reality TV has been riding a wave of popularity.  Millions tune in to Survivor to see them lie, manipulate and sabotage one another to win.  Horror movies rake in millions at the box office and the more blood and death, it appears, the better.  Is it so difficult to imagine people killing for not only a prize, but to save their own lives?  Gladiator games were the number one entertainment during the golden years of the Roman Empire.<br/><br/>Yet, the author never lets the absolute depravity of what the Capitol is doing stray from readers minds.  Katniss believes it is wrong, even as she fights to survive, and her acts of bravery are only equaled by her acts of humanity.  The story is simply, and powerfully told.  Katniss is realistic and her dialog and thoughts are those of a sixteen-year old girl, albeit a mature one.  The book has a lot of action, and the emotional content is strong.<br/><br/>Overall, I can't recommend this book enough.  However, the subject matter can be disturbing so parents may want to be sure their young adult is ready for it.  I have already pre-ordered the sequel, <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Catching-Fire-The-Second-Book-of-the-Hunger-Games/dp/0439023491"">Catching Fire (The Second Book of the Hunger Games)</a>.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVYKZV8SLE47G?ASIN=0439023521	Gritty, Powerful, and Unforgettable	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It took me a while to pick up this book because I'm not too fond of post-apocalyptic/sci-fi literature.  However, once I started, I couldn't stop.  The main character is immediately likeable and relatable.  She has this inner strength that you just have to admire - this no nonsense, get-the-job-done attitude that really shows her maturity.  And yet, you know she is still a teenager.  You can't help but feel sorry for the circumstances which deny her and others the joys of youth. Fortunately, though the districts are down, they are not yet out.  Collins is great at developing Katniss, as the flashbacks and her observations really show how they shaped her identity and gave her strength.<br/><br/>This makes it a pleasure to have Katniss as the narrator, despite the horrifying circumstance of her situation. The story is not rife with misery, pain, and violence - there is quite a bit of dry humor that lightens up the mood and prevents the reader from going into a depression.  That is not say the story is not dark - it is; extremely dark.  Besides the despicable nature of the Games, the dark part of humanity is manifested brutally.  There are moments of great agony and  sadness, but a few particular scenes also give hope.<br/><br/>This is a story about the struggle to remain human in spite of the efforts from others to take it away.  Katniss performs her own rebellion in deliciously clever ways but at the same time, you still feel her pain and anger towards the unjustness of it all.  ""The Hunger Games"" is a fascinating look into what ""enternaiment"" can mean, reconciling the need for survival and morality, and the questions of government and community.<br/><br/>By the end of the book, the year's Hunger Games have finished, but many issues remain unresolved and many questions unanswered.  Most notably: how can one person possibly take down an entire empire?  The difficulty will be in how realistically the issues will be resolved.  I am truly looking foward to the rest of the trilogy.  If you want a series that offers suspense, well-drawn characters, thought-provoking insights, and a mesmerizing story, I highly recommend ""The Hunger Games.""</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QZGYH0YIPWHV?ASIN=0439023521	Part Survivor, part Gladiator	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is a science fiction novel aimed at the teen/young adult market. It is part Survivor (Yeah, I watch Survivor; it's one of my guilty pleasures), part gladiatorial games and part devshirme (the systematic collection of non-Muslim children as tributes by the Ottoman Empire). Well maybe that last is a little stretch; but maybe not either. The premise is that after some sort of catastrophic collapse of the United States a new government formed in North America, centered somewhere in the Rocky Mountains. A rebellion occurred and was brutally quashed and the survivors in twelve outlying regions now are subject peoples forced to participate in a deadly lottery once a year. From each of the twelve regions a girl and a boy (between the ages of 12 and 18) are chosen who will be forced to participate in a winner-take-all fight to the death Survivor-style. That is, they are all dropped in some wilderness and must compete for access to a limited amount of food and supplies in addition to the last-man standing takes all death match. It's all televised, of course, and some behind the scenes games makers rig the environment to boost ratings and force dramatic encounters between the various ""tributes"". The winner will be given free food and housing for life and his or her province will get extra food for the year, which is huge because they are generally kept on subsistence rations.<br/><br/>The heroine of the tale is sixteen-year old Katniss Everdeen who chooses to take the place of her younger sister who was chosen on her very first time out in the lottery. The story is fast paced with many flashbacks to her life before the games, developing her into a complex character as well as exploring the social and economic implications of living in a totalitarian state. It's a coming of age story, but also --perhaps?-- a romance. A little grim at times and might be too much for some more sensitive souls; but the violence is never over the top and never graphic. Most of all a page turner I couldn't put down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MAFEOPPBBFN8?ASIN=0439023521	Survival of the Smartest	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Even though reading is one of my favorite leisure activities, I haven't had much time to do it lately.  The Hunger Games was so engrossing that I stayed up way too late two nights in a row to finish it.<br/><br/>The story takes place sometime in the (maybe not so far) future in Panem, a North American nation that used to be the United States and is now ruled by the cruel, sophisticated and ruthless Capitol. Panem is divided into twelve districts and each is required to send one boy and one girl between the ages of twelve and eighteen to the annual Hunger Games, a terrifying fusion of reality show and Roman Colliseum death match.<br/><br/>The heroine is sixteen-year-old Katniss Everdeen whose father died in the coal mines of their impoverished Appalachian District 12.  She lives with her mother and younger sister Primrose, and supplements their meager income by hunting and gathering in the forbidden woods.  When Primrose is chosen as one of the ""tributes"", Katniss immediately volunteers to take her place.  The other ""tribute"" is a boy who years before, had saved her from starving by risking punishment at the hands of his hardhearted mother in order to give her two loaves of bread.<br/><br/>The most interesting part of the story to me is how Katniss uses survival skills that she has learned in hunting and foraging to keep herself alive. There are the typical young adult fiction points where she must make decisions between morality and survival.  The conclusion is satisfying but you should know ahead of time that this is part of a series and not all questions are answered at the end of this book.  On the positive side, I'm looking forward to reading more by this author.  She really knows how to keep your interest and keep you reading past midnight.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CF9C5OEJNEIG?ASIN=0439023521	A good, original, and terrifying premise	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Twenty-four youths in a dystopian North American country, Panem, battle for their lives, and future fame and fortune, in the most vile state-sponsored reality show ever. This is not the ECW, kiddies. For Katniss, a girl from what seems to be a redneck white-trash district, one of twelve controlled by a brutal Capital, survival is a way of life. The only people in the world she cares about are her friend Gale (who has a serious crush on her), her sister Primrose, and the mother she resents for being ill with depression after Katniss's father's death. When Primrose gets chosen for the reality show The Hunger Games in a process chillingly called the Reaping, Katniss volunteers to take her place.<br/><br/>Take the original Greek myth of Theseus and the Minotaur. Throw in a futuristic televised update of the Roman Coliseum. Add a totalitarian future post-United States (the capital seems to be in Colorado, home of loony professor Ward Churchill) that we can thank our lucky stars and stripes we're not living in (although the book holds hints of a cautionary tale), and maybe both our major political parties need to read this book to realize how much worse off we could all be if we keep fostering divisions between people.<br/><br/>One rumination enters my mind: If the United States is this screwed up in the distant (we are never given the year, which seems either an oversight or a deliberate omission) future, how badly off is the rest of the world?<br/><br/>The Games are given scant background, much like the history of Panem. The Games in this future are punishment for a rebellion that left a thirteenth district obliterated (the thirteen disctricts remind one of the original thirteen colonies, which can be no accident any more than giving Roman names such as Cinna, Flavious and Octavia the decadent Capitol citizens is). Imagine if ""Survivor"" were a competition to the death. There's no immunity challenge. There are alliances, but everything is calculated for the satisfaction of sponsors (and ratings), and for certain there aren't any Susan Hawks making speeches about snakes and rats. Most gruesomely, the Games are a form of control instituted by the state. It's no wonder that the past champion from Katniss's coal-producing District 12 is a Ted Kennedy-like alcoholic who reminds one of Lentulus Batiatus in SPARTACUS. He's also Katniss's mentor as well as the mentor for the District 12 boy tribute (each district sends a boy and a girl to the Games), Peeta Mellark, a likable character with whom Katniss has a past...and who may be the key to her future.<br/><br/>The characters in District 12, especially Peeta and Gale, touched me. But whereas Gale is a closet rebel and survivalist who believes life is nasty, brutish and short and contemplates fleeing with Katniss (who doesn't want to marry and bring up kids in a horrible world), Peeta stages his own kind of rebellion that reminds one of the lovestruck Julia in 1984. Peeta stages a classic Bachelor moment when he delcares his affection for Katniss, who faces a choice not unlike the hero Winston of 1984.<br/><br/>While I liked Peeta, I had the most sympathy, oddly, for Katniss. Even though I wanted to rip my hair out over her choices, she is both believably flawed and someone we can admire, a tough chick in every sense. She has been schooled (despite her parents' love) to think of life in the harshest, simplest of terms, to protect the family unit (even her mother, who rebukes her for being angry). This is the real tragedy of war, hunger and a repressive regime. Like CHILDREN OF MEN, the book explores the question of what love is worth in a brutal world. Spartacus has one answer. Collins' message is more ambiguous, which means we might have to wait for a possible sequel.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23D27X27GSRC9?ASIN=0439023521	Much better than you'd think!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The premise of The Hunger Games is, frankly, both hard to believe and not terribly original: an evil, oppressive Post-USA government forces it's subjects to offer, by lottery, their teenagers, who battle to the death for the entertainment of the masses.<br/><br/>That said, it's a fabulous story.  Sixteen-year-old Katniss has been taking care of her mother and her beloved younger sister since their father died in a mine accident, a few years ago.  Resources are so scarce that starvation is not uncommon in their region, called ""Sector 12"" where coal mining is the major industry.<br/><br/>Katniss hunts illegally, sneaking outside the fences which enclose their sector.  Providing for her family that way has made her skilled in tracking, trapping, archery, and general woods-survival.  This comes in handy when the lottery for the Hunger Games comes up.  Katniss is not picked, but her little sister is, and Katniss is able to volunteer in her place.  Amid tearful farewells, Katniss promises to do her best and try to win, though almost no one from their sector ever does, being too scrawny and malnourished to compete against the wealthy.<br/><br/>We learn that the boy picked to represent Sector 12, Peeta, has always had a crush on Katniss, and in fact saved her life once at significant personal cost.  The whole story is told through Katniss's eyes, and it quickly becomes obvious that Katniss has no idea what other people think of her.  She has worked so long to be emotionless and efficient, that she doesn't realize when people notice, admire, and even like her.<br/><br/>The preparation for the games is intriguing, but when the games begin, the plot really takes off. There are plenty of interesting developments.  The other combatants (mostly) have distinct, interesting personalities, and Peeta's affection for Katniss becomes crucial.  And the people who run the games show themselves to be truly horrific.<br/><br/>There were a few issues I wanted to see more resolved (Surely this terrible government must be overthrown!  Who does Katniss really love?  What did that pin mean!?!) but this volume concludes with ""END OF BOOK ONE"" so I assume that there is more story to come.<br/><br/>I am very much looking forward to reading it.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NZ5SBPKFE1UD?ASIN=0439023521	Makes My Top Ten List!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Out of all the books I've ever read, this one comes in among my top 10 favorites. It's that good!<br/><br/>True, the plot is a bit basic, but most YA novels don't have the intricate weaving of plots and sub-plots (more's the pity). It's still more entertaining than most YA novels, and even most adult novels. It definitely never gets boring! But then, I might be biased because I happen to love this type of story: post-apocalyptic survival.<br/><br/>What I really like about it is that, rather than focusing on the literal challenge of surviving after a devastating war, the author creates a society that has already endured the worst of things. Things are stable, or so it appears . . . society adapts, life goes on. Except for the fact that each year twenty-four children are chosen to compete in the ultimate reality show: the Hunger Games, where there can be only one survivor. (For the reviewer who didn't see the ""unsettling parallels to our present"", I believe it's referring to our reality TV shows that get more shocking each year, so that it isn't difficult to imagine a future where there might be something like the Hunger Games.)<br/><br/>I found the characters to be interesting, their actions and thoughts consistent with their society and the way they've been raised. I especially liked the contrast between those from the outer Districts and those living in the Capitol. Now, it's true that the main character seems to swing back and forth with her feelings regarding the secondary character. But, in her defense, she is only 16, and teenagers are notoriously fickle. (I know, I was one once!) Then there's the fact that she's been thrust into this situation where she'll likely have to kill the guy if she's to survive, plus she can't always tell what's manipulation and what's genuine. Kind of puts a damper on any developing feelings, I'd say, and is a perfect recipe for confused emotions.<br/><br/>I also appreciated the way the author gave us background information a little at a time, scattered through the book as needed, instead of a ""history dump"" all at once. Her writing technique is very strong. It pulls you in from the first paragraph and never lets go, which, after all, is the goal of an excellent writer.<br/><br/>The only real complaint I have is the misuse of the word ""capitol"". The capitol is a building where a government meets, while a city that's the seat of government is the Capital. Subtle difference, but a bit confusing, since the majority of the book takes place in the capital city, not the capitol building. Of course, this was the pre-release version, so perhaps the error will be fixed when the book is officially released.<br/><br/>Overall, I cannot recommend this book enough! I'd give it six stars, if they'd let us. I'm thrilled to have gotten the chance to read it the preview copy, and it will always have a place of honor on my ""favorites"" bookshelf.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CHX61N93XPX0?ASIN=0439023521	Despite the ending, an absorbing story--especially for girls	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">For most of this book, I was thinking that it would make a great summer movie.  Violence, romance, repressive government, rebellion--this has all the elements that make for a fun movie.  I hated to put the book down.<br/><br/>The problem is that the book introduced more conflicts than it resolved.  I would have seen that coming if I had known it was the beginning of a series, but I was very frustrated at the end when the romantic question was left up in the air.  I had also hoped for resolution on the political issues.  The book only resolves the question of who will survive the games.  That *is* an exciting question, and the narrative answers it with twists and heartbreak,  excitement and creativity.  I actually was in tears at one point over the gift of a loaf of bread.<br/><br/>But the romance, which is a MAJOR plot element, did not have a Hollywood ending.  Looking analytically at the storyline, I can see that the way she addressed the romance in the final pages was well set up and a consequence of what came before it.  But emotionally, I felt really let down.<br/><br/>Otherwise, it's a page-turner, though perhaps more suited to female readers.  There is plenty of blood and violence, although plot elements include the fashions contestants wear, family/friend relationships, and of course romance.  I'm not sure if the survival elements will sufficiently hook young male readers who may not care about the more interpersonal issues.  In our case, one son enjoyed it and the other declared it ""boring"" after several chapters.  Depends on the boy, I guess.<br/><br/>Note for parents: there is a lot of violence and some gruesome images.  The romance is chaste, with nothing more than a few soulful kisses.  Should be fine for most teens.<br/><br/>For a similar series, try <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Shadow-Children-Boxed-Set-Among-the-Hidden-Among-the-Impostors-Among-the-Betrayed-and-Among-the-Barons/dp/0689033672"">Shadow Children Boxed Set: Among the Hidden, Among the Impostors, Among the Betrayed, and Among the Barons</a>.  These is also about a dystopian future where the population is forced into horrible behavior because they are being starved by the government.  It's for a slightly younger age-group (9-12) but a wonderful read.<br/><br/>I'd like to give this 4 and a half stars, with the loss of that half star for the frustrating ending, and 5 stars for the dramatic storyline.  Forced to choose, though, I'll give it the five stars.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMMBWSOYHRFMA?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've read this in physical format and am really happy to have it now also in digital. It's a great read, well paced and full of thoughtful action and great characters. The movie left out many of the more nuanced political aspects of this novel but it was also a good watch. I highly recommend!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JLHZPIPIX7ZF?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING YOU SHOULD READ IT	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is an really good book, no it really an BEST BOOK EVER it is sooooooooooooo good so you should really get it. Thanks for reading my review but what the last star is for is an better ending because I wan kaniss to see her family thx for seeing my review and I suggest you get the book!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35KEI494HZBWA?ASIN=0439023521	ON OF THE BEST BOOKS ON EARTH!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I think this is one of my favorite book on earth<br/><br/>I love this book because Suzane explains things so you can imagine it. I can't wait to read the second and third book.<br/><br/>I just wish this book would go on forever just as interesting  so I wouldn't have to find another book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKNMRWZQU9LUJ?ASIN=0439023521	Compelling Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A gripping story - if a somewhat gruesaome one- told with a strange frankness that makes this a compelling read. The story is well set and narrated and the characters are real - for such a surreal setting. I recommend this book for all those sci-fi buffs who hanker for ever more arcane stuff.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BO1J60IV20GF?ASIN=0439023521	Buy all three books at once	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I heard all the hype and it was all true. Great book, very different. Truly addictive like Harry Potter and Twilight. I saw the movie after I finished the book. Of course the book is 100x better  but I'm still looking forward to seeing the next two movies and how they bring the books to life.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XB0KH3CHOZSP?ASIN=0439023521	Great set of books	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">There are very few books that utterly captivate me all the way through and I must say that this is one of them! Thank you so much Suzanne for this rare gem of creative writing...and to those contemplating purchasing this and the sequels: BUY THEM; trust me when I say that you won't regret it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22PHU68S2ETRC?ASIN=0439023521	Simple, but interesting.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you're looking for some deep novel that makes you think, then this book isn't for you. It is most definitely a teen book, with cliches and simpleness the entire way through. With that being said, it is still an excellent read, and it keeps you going until the last sentence. I recommend it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1V8KFHR89SAU6?ASIN=0439023521	freaking awesome!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I cannot put any of the books in this series down once i start them. They are amazing stories. This will probably not be a surprise, but i liked the book WAY better than the movie...more time is spent on character building in the book. So if you saw the movie andreally liked it, pick this up.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15R3M37XRF9MR?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Although written for a younger audience than myself, I still found this book extremely entertaining. It's a very easy read and engrossing. I found myself unable to put the book down and finished it in less than two days. Very relate-able characters. Definitely getting the next one right away.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18F7LGI43E2JI?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A futuristic story of teenagers forced or compelled to fight one-another in a government controlled environment.  With a small love-story evolving in the mix with trying to stay alive.  The story moved along well and the ending a continuation - leaving me anxious to pick up the second volume.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ID1IDHPPXU4I?ASIN=0439023521	Great read for teens and adults	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read The Hunger Games when a student (I teach high school) recommended it to me. The Hunger Games is a sci-fi Utopian society book which is right up my science-nerd alley. It is also a very captivating and intriguing book. I could not put the first one down and read it in less than 24 hours over spring break (not a huge accomplishment since it's written for teens and there are like 100 words per page). I already finished the second one and am currently half way through the third one. As the story goes on it has become much more intense and is kind of a dark political commentary.<br/><br/>The setting of the book is what I would call a post-apocalyptic United States, that is composed of 13 districts and a capitol. The capitol controls everything, and the districts are at their mercy. Some years ago, the 13th district rebelled against the capitol and as a result was obliterated. As a warning to the remaining districts, the capitol holds an annual ""Hunger Games"" in which 2 children from each district participate in a televised fight to the death in a control but nature-like setting (imagine Survivor, but the operators can control the conditions and in order to win you have to kill everyone else). Needless to say it is gruesome, but so suspenseful!<br/><br/>I'm liking the 3rd book (Mockingjay, second book is Catching Fire) less than the first two but can't really say why at this point. I also don't want to give anything away. I'll update again when I finish, but as of now I would say you should definitely read these books! My 50 something year old mom and 18 year old brother are reading them and loving them too. There is quite a bit of blood are gore, so if you're sensitive about that kind of this this might not be your cup of tea.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R347CIWACIWY08?ASIN=0439023521	such a good book~	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely loved this book. c: it had me hooked after the first page. A lot of girls at my school were obsessed with it so i bought it, not expecting much. i ended up reading all three books. definetly my favorite series ever!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R367NFR5VD6ILL?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome fantasy!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of the best fantasy book I've recently read. The imagery is absolutely wonderful, and the story is believable despite being absurd and gruesome, especially for today's audience. (If the book had been published in Ancient Rome, no one would have lifted a brow).<br/>I highly recommend it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROBLPA55GBD6D?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love it! I had seen the movie prior to reading and I feel it was followed well. And for the most part I thoroughly enjoyed the book more. I liked knowing what was going through Katniss's head every step of the way. Great details; feel like you are really there. Can't wait to read the rest.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2K6CMYN6L0285?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I started this book not sure if I would like it. Not this regular type of book I normally read. I was hooked by their third page. I read it in one sitting, I couldn't put it down. This writing made me feel like I was right there where they action was happening! Moving one to book 2 tomorrow.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMVNUJ8IW7QCU?ASIN=0439023521	it was sooooo good!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The only reason I didn't give it 5 stars was that tree is so much carnage<br/>Described in great detail, and it tells of disgusting mutilation, other than that the book is probably is good summer read to read in the DAYTIME, if you readily late at night you risk horrible dreams. like I did.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3B7CPFDYMX88Z?ASIN=0439023521	Great story, mediocre writing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's a great concept, and the narrative arc is well timed. But the writing is incredibly amateur. The reader is constantly Told what is going on, instead of being shown. Not enough room to let the imagination do its work.<br/>That said, I will definitely read the trilogy. It's a great idea.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FLIW6FJJTL1N?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was intriguing and very interesting. You almost feel like your katniss everdeen and your in the hunger games not her. And the details just add to the effect. I couldn't put the book down, this is my 2nd time reading the book. I can't wait to read interesting the seris over again!!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16B0G0JJ3ABU7?ASIN=0439023521	Very good story!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I can easily see why this book is so popular among young adults.  The author really has created a detailed story that captures your attention from start to finish.  Very well thoughtout suspenseful story that is not predictable and keep syou on the edge of your seat.  I couldn't put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R354WID8AUEHFV?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've seen the movie so many to times, but finally read the book completely and feel it's 10000000000 times better.  It helps put faces to the characters having watched the movie, but it doesn't hold a candle to the book. The detail s that you have and the emotion you feel...IT'S A MUST READ!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GBIKBMJ70C63?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a great book. It was well written and fast paced. I felt like I had to immediately read book 2 and 3 to feel like I had accomplished something. Even my husband (who does not normally read) loved this book. I highly recommend this book to anyone who is wants a quick but ""heavy"" read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RW6CCOFTA9CQJ?ASIN=0439023521	What a compelling story!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie before reading the book so I knew what to expect, but that did not affect the compelling story. I LOVED the book! A disturbing story, but I connected right away to the main characters. I loved their fire and determination! Couldn't wait to start the second book in the series!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IWSLZB4HBAW?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it and have no desire to see the movie.  I did that with Eat, Pray, Love and as much as I love watching Julia Roberts, the movie did not match up to the book with my imaginations.  I just ordered and received Book 2 and 3 of the Hunger Game Series.  Will be awhile before I can comment.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2P026CDCMNXYR?ASIN=0439023521	WOW	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great read, especially is you like a good story on rebellion and overcoming the tragic events that take place. The author just grabs you with this twisted plot and the reader is unable to set this book down. I can't wait to read the second book! BTW- Way better read then the movie!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VW2TGUFVS4G1?ASIN=0439023521	Exciting pace, great dystopian lit	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">There's not much to dislike about this gripping, dare I say fun?, novel reflecting on the logical end to reality television. Although the characters still seem slightly wooden even after a grueling experience, the rest of the book is a horrifying and entertaining treat. Couldn't put it down!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AGMVWZFXANCL?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a great book. I was told it was a kids book, but it's more of a young adult book. It has some good violence, suspense and great characters. Not too sci-fi but Collins did create an interesting future scenario. I have already suggested this to all my friends, well all that read... :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RS95S7FGES6H0?ASIN=0439023521	Tough to Put Down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">To frame all of my comments; I confess that I read this book in nearly a single sitting. I read chapter one a few days earlier, then when I picked it back up, I ended up reading for about eight hours until I had finished the book. So no matter what else I say about it, Hunger Games was a riveting read. Somehow I thought of it simultaneously as a fun read, and felt a sense of horror which kept me going.<br/><br/>As for my insignificant critiques: I didn't care for the writing style. I'm not a fan of first person usually, and there were a couple instances it became distracting, but usually it was only because I suddenly realized I was reading first person when I had been totally absorbed for the last 50+ pages. So, while it took me a while to get into it because of the style, once I got into the story (which didn't take long) I let that pass me by and enjoyed the story.<br/><br/>My only other thought about the book, other than the fact that I'm looking forward to reading the second, is that I'm not sure how I feel about the uniqueness of the plot. That is, after taking a step back, I can see the plot as a redone Tunnel In The Sky (Heinlein) along with various other survival sci-fi stories. At the same time, I enjoyed it thoroughly, and only afterward can I look at the story and find similarities to other stories. I truly enjoyed the book, so in the end, any similarities don't really bother me. To me, no story is left untold, but there is always a new way of telling them.<br/><br/>In the end, I give Hunger Games 4 of 5, though if I could I'd give it more like 4.5. I don't think it's the most amazing book ever, and I doubt I'll reread it, but I downright enjoyed it and don't have any complaints about staying up half the night to read it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VGVDQ1FV2RKT?ASIN=0439023521	I'm not typically a YA reader, but I lobed these books	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm a little late to the party here, and I wish I hadn't waited so long to read these books. I'm not a YA reader, but this book was picked by a member of our book club an I was amazed at the magic Suzanne Collins has with words. This trilogy was a quick read, and I was sad when it was over.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3B78K721YSH1X?ASIN=0439023521	Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a most read book. That will make you want to keep reading recommend this book to anyone. It is a mix between and action and love story the perfect blend. I personally am not much of a reader but I couldn't stop reading this book, and can't wait to get the second one (catching fire).</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VJWQOZHN2T9S?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games was an amazing book that I have read a few times and loved each time more and more. I chose the proper rating for the perfect book and I can't wait to read Catching Fire. Thank you Suzanne Collins for your imagination to inspire others.<br/>  Sincerely,<br/>  Abby Gessman</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UC9F4MO6TQC2?ASIN=0439023521	Outstanding	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book over the course of 2 days! Couldn't put it down and every time I had to wanted to pick it back up as soon as possible. I highly recommend this read even if you have already seen the movie. There is so much more depth to the book, that makes it so much better than the movie.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BQT8CWBK1IG6?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games amazing story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i have purchased hunger games kindle version three weeks ago and i finished it in a week. The story was amazing i read it breathless. Kindle version was perfect there was no mistake. The original font, size, sections and everything was goood it is highly readable and i highly reccommend it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UOQXW5O246DQ?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The account is in my husbands name - but I'm his wife who received a Kindle Fire as a gift.  It was my first Book on my Kindle Fire - it was great.  I love the fact that I can change the font - highlight, and read in bed without a night light, so as not to disturb my husband whose sleeping.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1P4DEJHG6N0BH?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put this book down. I love when I feel that way about a book!! It was unlike any book I have read. The author paints a very vivid interesting new world and the main character is different than the typical heroin. It is appropriate for teens and adults and would make a great gift.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CQGZIKUND2VY?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING BOOK!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My Mom got this on iTunes and it was GREAT! We listed to it every night i would have kept going all night but my other younger brothers and sister had to go to bed so anyway GET THIS BOOK! It is narrated by Carroyln McCorrmick and it was great too its a one person narration but it was good.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GDOX2CGT5ARS?ASIN=0439023521	Totally a great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I got this book in February. The night I got it I read for ever. When I looked at the clock again it was 12 am. It took me so long to finish it because I started to run out of time. A greatly recommended read from me. I love the movies also. I'm depending on reading the rest of the trilogy</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFWOVEZD07EAJ?ASIN=0439023521	The beginning of a fascinating 3-volume read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This trilogy needs little introduction. The books were bestsellers even before the movies appeared. However, for the record, I personally found fascinating some of the parallels between the place of sports in modern societies compared to what takes place in the fictitious country of Panem.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RW86YI31MMLDD?ASIN=0439023521	Epic!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Collins uses just the right amount of emotion, action, romance, and comedy! The next thing you know the characters are your new best friends. It might be the best most amazing book of all time. I am re reading it for the 5th time and I strongly advice you to read it if you have not aleady.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XGIBXKBC3H4C?ASIN=0439023521	BEST BOOK EVER!!!!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the best book ever and I'm not usually impressed by books but so far this is the best I've seen the movies and was interested in the books so I decided that I was going to read this series LIKE I SAID......BEST BOOK EVER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!<br/>-Dahlia</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21JAVPEEYM256?ASIN=0439023521	the hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Normally I don't want to read but this book has made me want to just keep reading and reading thanks to Suzanne Collins every one can enjoy this awesomely cool entertaining book!!!! P.S. you should definitely read the books before you watch the movies  and definitely watch the second movie</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10BROQHDGYUX9?ASIN=0439023521	Everything was fine but the shipping	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was sealed and looked to be in perfect condition. The only complaint I have is that I paid for 4-6 days of shipping for nothing for it still shipped as normal shipping. I didn't get it in time for what I needed it for, which is upsetting. Other than that, the book itself was good.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25LSF97P4XFQE?ASIN=0439023521	Gift.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this on Kindle, but I bought the hard copies for my mother for mother's day. She'd been wanting to read them, and I really like to get off the wall and unusual gifts that will actually be used. She's already started reading them (they came really quick, even with shipping problems).</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8XC36OQ4F5SB?ASIN=0439023521	So, so familiar !	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I can understand why this is so exciting for young people and I am happy how it has encouraged so many to read since Harry Potter. I however,am over fifty years of age and to me it is Coal miner's Daughter meets the Third Reich and wakes up a Christian in a New Age Roman Colosseum. Yawn...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2546V973C7IZ8?ASIN=0439023521	Inspiring Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was a wonderful read! Inspiring words for men and women, old and young, alike. A great story about the perseverance and friendships of a believable young heroine, with a subtle overlay of socio-political commentary. Warning - you will get sucked in and have to finish the trilogy!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17CL3ZME7ICGW?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love the hunger games. It is a great book. The book has action and adventure. I definitely recommend this book for strong readers. Once you start reading the ""Hunger Games"" you can't stop reading it. If you are interested in buying this book, then I bet you will like it (or love it)! :-)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HJXS0WBMDCT5?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing Young Adult Lit.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger Games is amazing. I have never liked a piece of young adult literature like I have this one. The characters are phenomenal. And who doesn't like a post- apocalyptic setting? I highly recommend this book to teenagers and adults, both male and female. You won't be able to put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4FJZ6FE7GCJV?ASIN=0439023521	humanity and control collide	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Collin's has created a complex and facinating dystopian future that is easy to get lost in. She expresses the full range of human emotions on the brutal lines of where humanity and control collide. Katniss was an okay chracter for me to follow, but I didn't like Peeta at all. A good read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2N8E7FI508V3C?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is an exciting book which will probably will be interesting once you read it. I wouldn't recommend this for kids, it is violent but the weird thing is I am a kid, and I have read it to! You'll probably want to keep on reading it, it will leave you hanging! IT IS AWESOME!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1E1FGHW0CSLYG?ASIN=0439023521	awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">hunger games was a really good book I think I finished it in 2 days if it weren't for my kids I may have never put it down after I was done reading I got on amazon and started looking for book 2 and 3 now I am just waiting for them to come very good book you will never want to put it down</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBEPMXHXV3MA0?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had seen the movie first, but from previous experiences I knew that the book could be very different yet usually better.  This was no exception.  Except that it was even better than I thought it would be!  I could not put it down until I finished it.  I can't wait to finish the trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSEJ906RP8M8J?ASIN=0439023521	Fascinating book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book. I like how it ties in all the love between Peeta<br/>and Katiness.  And how she saves there lives, by fighting for her love for Peeta and that she is poor in the beginning and then in the end is becoming rich and slips away from Peeta. Have to read it...you will love it</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29AHN49HO6BD2?ASIN=0439023521	Interesting all	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was well written and caught my attention right from the beginning. The plot got more and more intriguing as the games finally started and each contestant started to die.  A little gruesome at times but very descriptive.  I would recommend this book to anyone above the age of 15.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R96D0VCFWUL3E?ASIN=0439023521	Not a masterpiece but a good read nontheless	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wanted to see what all the fuss was about and experience what my grandchildren had<br/> been talking about.  Appreciated that it was pretty fair science fiction and not offensive with language;the underlying theme of good vs. evil was refreshing as well.  Will be reading the series......</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XV1A67ESP608?ASIN=0439023521	awesome!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put this book down i got my kindle Monday and finished this book on Friday<br/><br/>I liked this book because the action never really ended the suspense was killing me when something was about to happen<br/><br/>Thumbs way up to this book... cant wait to start catching fire</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10B70FA4493XK?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book. Very interesting story.  I have never been a real big book reader, in fact I can't remember the last book I read before this one.  My wife got me a kindle for our anniversary and the hunger games was the book she suggested.  I was very satisfied and couldn't put the book down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UGY25OT5ATD0?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Remarkable book. Suzanne Collins has put together an imaginative and chilling story set in a future America. Its young protagonists and their love story give a note of hope. The book is brilliantly structured, the characters believable, the story satisfying if disturbing. Fine, fine book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LZSHDDIQFXTX?ASIN=0439023521	WOW	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">All I can say is WOW!!  The book is not the kind of book that I would pick on my own.  But I had a friend tell me that he loved it so I gave it a chance, and let me say that I'm glad that I did.  It started a little slow for me but then it picked right up and I couldn't put the book down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RT3RHWMHVBT73?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was in good condition.  It was a quick read.  The story was interesting but is probably more appealing to teenagers which I did not realize when I ordered it.  I'm not sorry I ordered it since now I'm up to date when I hear this book mentioned on TV, etc.  The movie was good too.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20O14OG680CIX?ASIN=0439023521	It's no Harry Potter	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Decently if simply written. It's not as detailed or engrossing as the Harry Potter books. Or as long. But a pretty good science fiction pretense and compelling main character. The secondary characters are very 2 dimensional though. I would recommend it, but not highly. A super quick read.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVTBPQC03AWWC?ASIN=0439023521	Love this series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book so much that I didn't want to stop reading it. If I was sitting on the couch I was reading it, if I was laying in bed I was reading it. I loved it so much I immediately bought Catching Fire, and Mockingjay.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29NBYBTTD7FUI?ASIN=0439023521	Not too shabby	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Did it live up to the hype? Somewhat, I enjoy the world it's in a specific characters like Haymitch and the speaker for the games, the almost sci-fi parts were cool. My main issue was how katniss acted but I'm sure she will evolve as a character in later books. All in all not too shabby.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LVTA0UJZL79C?ASIN=0439023521	Riveting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm probably not the typical Hunger Games reader. I am a 60 year old grandfather. I watched the movie to see what all the talk was about. Did I like it?  That was one week ago. I since have read the first two books and am almost finished with book three. This is highly enjoyable reading!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKBF7VQ2DTA0Y?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games book one!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was very good. Had me reading for hours. It's catches your attention and doesn't let it go. I really wanted to read the book after seeing the movie, but I felt confused with the movie cause I knew they were leaving things out. And I was right! I can't wait to start read book 2!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GEHD8T5B97S4?ASIN=0439023521	I was told to give this book a chance.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">And I certainly wasn't disappointed. The characters, even though they're a world away are still real. You'll find yourself turning the pages faster and faster as the book progresses. This was a hard one for me to put down and you can bet that I'm chomping at the bit to finish the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GD2PX0KPZ5OJ?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is amazing, I watched the movie first then read the second and third books to the trilogy and the first is absolutely great. Even though I watched the movie countless times the book keeps me on edge. My only question to Suzanne is why did you only make the books to this series?</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3EUYJWP5UC70C?ASIN=0439023521	I thoroughly enjoyed it.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Seeing the movie inspired me to read the book.  As is usually the case the book is much more fulfilling than the film. I encourage reading it regardless of age. The characters are well developed and the plot has many interesting themes. I look forward to the next two books in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19PP3R04MAH63?ASIN=0439023521	Just wanted to know what the fuss was about	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I decide to read the book because my students love it and then they made a movie so I just wanted to check it out.  I was sucked into the storey immediately.  I couldn't put it down.  I tend to take a long time to finish a book, but I finished in 3 days.  Can't wait to read the next one!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXVLXEP4LIDLG?ASIN=0439023521	#1 is my favorite	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this, finding it original, refreshing, insightful and a non-stop thrill ride, with themes that ran deeper than who would die and who wouldn't. Which is why I was disappointed in the sequels as I don't feel they lived up to the promise that excited me in The Hunger Games.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R92ZACHLWR7FY?ASIN=0439023521	It's worth your time!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As is usual with many young adult books, it is really worth your time, and you don't have to be a young adult anymore to enjoy it!  Well-written and compelling.  I didn't read it for a long time partly because sometimes all the hype isn't really true.  It's true this time.  A great read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FBR0UG0QGP6R?ASIN=0439023521	Extraordinary	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought all three of these books and they are wonderful.  They're FAST reading and i must say i had problems more than once putting the books down at night and then getting up in the morning for work!<br/><br/>I absolutely love the surprise ending in book 3.  I didn't see THAT coming!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DYS5M9MIQSTX?ASIN=0439023521	team peeta	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i love love love love this book! my only problem was when she found gale i thought it would turn into some stupid romance book. thank god it didnt! i absolutly love this book! and the movie. so if you read this dont think it turns into a love story! dont worry your safe. this book rocks!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3G703FTCVP71I?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put this down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was hesitant to read The Hunger Games but I finally jumped on the bandwagon and boy am I glad I did.  What an excellent story and Suzanne Collins is an excellent writer. Kept me from putting the book down. Finished it in two days and now I just have to get the next one in the triology.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24FL2UJ0G22KU?ASIN=0439023521	This book has captivated an entire class of 8th graders.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm a teacher in a school of 125 7-12th grade students (12 to 18 year olds). Each day after lunch everyone on our campus settles down to read for 25 minutes. From the office and janitorial staff to the teachers and students, everyone reads.  It's a HUGE deal in my small school.<br/><br/>When I had the 7th graders last year, I brought in The Hunger Games/Catching Fire/Mockingjay for some of my more advanced readers, young men really interested in good books to devour. (There's no shortage of wonderful ""girl"" books but excellent teen books that appeal to young men, too, are far rarer.) Almost immediately, the trilogy caught my students' attention. The lucky first readers ratcheted through the books just before interest EXPLODED through the whole 7th grade. Shortly after the first kids finished the books, I had to institute sign-up sheets to put order to the demand for reading access.<br/><br/>As a group, the students requested to be in my Reading section again this year. Their petition was granted and today I saw them for Reading for the first time. As they filed in, I could hear a little bickering going on within the group. I listened in and realized they were reviewing the lists we'd made last June with an eye toward trying to remember who was next for each of the books.<br/><br/>I don't know of any book or set of books that have so fired my students' imaginations in all the years I've been teaching. I've got all levels of readers in this group, from those who are easily reading at college level to those who are struggling at a primary reading level. They all, however, want to read these books. On that basis alone, I can't possibly give enough praise or a high enough recommendation to these books.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39IG194M59Q7S?ASIN=0439023521	Good Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games painted an excellent picture for me even though it was aimed at a more juvenile audience. I think it pairs well with the movie, but has more than enough life of its own for some vivid mental imagery. I look forward to being pulled in to the next book and the next movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3E4HLVTFBCHS6?ASIN=0439023521	I love The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book and in every chapter it has a suspense. I would give it 5 stars because of how much I loved it! After you finish one of the books you want to keep reading and keep reading until you can't read anymore! So thank you Suzanne Collins for giving us The Hunger Games series!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9JRHCGR6HPXC?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book, but...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a good read and kept me hooked until the end.  However, I only read it because my daughter asked me whether she could read it and I wanted to see what it was about.  I'm not a fan of the premise of the book and didn't feel my 15 y.o. needed to read such a heavy book at her age.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DXDSBK0NQ8W6?ASIN=0439023521	Intrigued Beyond Measure	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a book that keeps you intrigued from the moment you begin to read it until the book ends.  There never is a dull moment.  Just one episode of excitement and thrill leading to the next episode.  Their lives becoming intertwined with each other. I can't wait to read the next book!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2AMPO3Q3Y74JB?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoy reading different types of books but the book has to intrigue me for me to really get into it. I read this in 2 days, whenever I got a free moment to read I did. I thoroughly enjoyed that the book is from Katniss`s perspective so I could picture th  characters in my head easily.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RAH0BJIIOARMD?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely loved this book. The author is an amazing writer, she is very detailed which I love. I became hooked and read this story in less than 24 hours. I highly suggest this book if you like reading about survival and if you love action books too. Including a little bit of romance!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R794HC3SCX2XG?ASIN=0439023521	Overrated but still good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this was like lord of the flies meets running man meets survivor<br/>it was well written and a good read but honestly did we need all that romance<br/>it seemed thrown in just to please a bunch of sappy girls/ladies cuz 'thats what the market wants'<br/>just like that twilight bs lol</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZWKG456HDH6Z?ASIN=0439023521	compelling	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I went to the movie first, wasn't sure I liked all the violence. Bought the book and liked that because after seeing the movie I understood more what was going on. I am on book 3 now and have to say I enjoyed book n.2 the best. I had to go on to # 3 to see who she finally ended up with.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGYIT8FPPTAAY?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">An excellent read.  I did not see the movie.  The author is very good at creating a believable image of a world in ruins and governed in an incredibly cruel and inhuman fashion.  The heroine's ability to deal with the travails of life in this society gives one hope for the human spirit.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1F9VRNH36LWFY?ASIN=0439023521	Get it, you won't regret it.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I expected this to be a light read and geared toward the young adult audience. I was pleasantly surprised by the maturity and depth of the characters, the compelling story and the provocative parallels to our own corrupt system.<br/><br/>I voraciously read all three. Highly recommend.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R229AMWUGX9LBY?ASIN=0439023521	Not really a children's book but really really good!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't know if it was originally intended for the ears of children but I definitely wouldn't let my kids read / listen to it. However, having said that, I absolutely loved all three of these books. I have never read a book so quickly in my life! Engaging, riveting and powerful. Buy it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RPM8A923XSCF?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games will keep you hungry for more...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is an excellent fast paced book. Well worth your time to read. Could not put it down, finished in 3 days, and was hungry for more. Almost done with 2nd book and already downloaded the third. the movie was awesome too, after you read the book, I'd say the movie is a must see! Enjoy!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDJ1YEP73YWY?ASIN=0439023521	awsome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Personally I thought the hunger games was awesome. It had action ,romance ,surprises,I highly recommend the hunger games what I loved about the book it that every single chapter you read hooks you.After I read it I couldn't wait to get my hands on catching fire because it was that good.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RX245M0XJ7Z5Z?ASIN=0439023521	I'm Hungry For More!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Such an interesting and totally different book!  It captures you and keeps you on the edge even after you're finished reading.  I can't hardly wait for the second book to come out!  I'm going to be crazy until it does!!  This is a well written, fun to read, and totally fulfilling book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3N2MNR5QSDM3?ASIN=0439023521	A spellbounding story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is quality story that captures the imagination and mind, staying with you long after the last page.<br/>I couldn't put Hunger Games down - to the point where the moment I finished the first book, I immediately ran out to grab the rest of the trilogy.<br/>Collins weaves an incredible tale in a unique post-apocalyptic world  where children from outer district are sent to the ruling central Capitol to be sacrificed in Colosseum-style games in which only one can survive.<br/><br/>The story's main character, Katniss, is an unusual heroine with a unique ability and drive to survive. In fact, I think one of the few things that bothers me about this book is the ease with which Katniss kills. While her lack of sentimentality is what enables her to survive, it's a bit disturbing for readers to be presented with a world in which people revel in children murdering one another, while also having the central character ponder the death of her peers with only minimal remorse.<br/><br/>But of course that's part of what makes Hunger Games such a fascinating story - there's a huge element of taboo and horror that's difficult to ignore. Collins writes a mesmerizing story while also delivering an interesting critique on present reality-TV-culture, warning readers that the cost of such entertainment could be one's own humanity.<br/><br/>The world created by Collins gives enough detail so that one can become immersed, while leaving enough space for the imaginative reader to make the world their own.<br/><br/>I originally was thinking of giving this book to my 11 year old sister, but quickly changed my mind once I started reading it. I'd wait till at least 14 on this one with such heavy and disturbing themes.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UYXNKM5UM9W?ASIN=0439023521	I hope you enjoy.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I resisted the Hunger Games for several years. Normally I steer clear of popular authors that get a lot of social hype. Finally, I read the Hunger Games and was hooked. Well conceived, well written, fast paced, and the violence is not just gratuitous. Get it, read it, I hope you enjoy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VHU6KHWWWRXW?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When this title first came out, it didn't appeal to me at all. However, several of my co-workers were discussing it and I thought why not?<br/>Wow, was happy that I read this book! The movie is even better! Have read ""Catching Fire"" and ""Mocking Jay"" as well. Loved it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3A4RYCY8YP9TR?ASIN=0439023521	exceptional quality storytelling	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Starts with an engaging premise, develops with engaging characters.  This is a wonderful read for adults, not just youth.  I was happy to find the love story aspect was NOT at all like the Twilight series, which I felt i had to slog through to get to the more interesting story aspects.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZPOKCQMS3LZZ?ASIN=0439023521	The writing is succinct. The plot is engaging and tightly woven.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have not read other reviews. Is this actually supposed to be a kids' book? I remember outrage in some quarters in response to the Harry Potter books because they portrayed children engaging in witchcraft. Where is the outrage now with a book that portrays children killing each other?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TR1X5E6KTL2O?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I gave this book a rating of 5 stars because the book was absolutely superb! However, the ending was a bit shocking. And the whole book was just beautifully written the whole way through! I would recommend this book to anyone and everyone. It has a little bit of something for everyone.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CLJLBI44UYRF?ASIN=0439023521	Glad I purchased!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My daughter went and saw the movie and from her description and those of the ones that went to see the movie, I decided to purchase this book.  I read this book in less than 8 hours!!!!  Couldn't put it down!!!  I imagined in my mind everything that was taking place.  Love the author!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1EDHR95U70R5X?ASIN=0439023521	Had to see what all the hype was about	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this after my friends were all raving about it when we watched the movie together.  So I gave into the pressure and read it.  It was really engaging and I read it in just a few days (a week at the most).  They get you hooked with this one and then you HAVE to read the other two.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1N3KQF375XD97?ASIN=0439023521	violent story made for mass,audience	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good story but it still does not have the quality of Harry potter. Plot is kind of predictable, but the protagonist is a strong female character. In short this book is what u get when you twilight with battle royal. Its also a very easy and quick read, so teens would gulp it up easily.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNGWE4ZKYGP3P?ASIN=0439023521	A little Disturbing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I found this book to be a good read-very exciting.You kind of knew how it would turn out but didn't know how they were going to get there.I also found the book more than a little disturbing.The way the world seems to be going you wonder if this could be a window to the future-hope not!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RD66ZN7CQ5R10?ASIN=0439023521	Aazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This Book Was Extrordinary. i literally sat down and read it in 12 hours and i never read anything that fast. i have now finished the serise and am in the process of reading it again it was so good. Anyone out there who thinks they will not like this book will never again be suspicius.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27969UTTAO1QB?ASIN=0439023521	Well written, leaving a desire for more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was well written with creative scenarios and interesting characters.  The story progressed logically, based on the game presented. You wanted to laugh with Katniss in one chapter, then felt a tear falling in the next. The cliffhanger made sense and left you waiting for more.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11D41VWO7Y486?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Of course I have already seen the movies but the books can go into more detail. I really love the whole story it is totally different than anything I have ever read. Even if you have seen the movies I highly recommend you read the books. To me it just explains and enhances the movies.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1T8FIN5IP0OFM?ASIN=0439023521	Very Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really didn't want to read this series, but my children wanted to see the movie. I am a stickler about reading the novels before viewing any movie based on it. I am just weird like that. I'm very happy that I did. I love the series! Ended up readed all three books over a 4 day span.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RATWAQGTTP1Y0?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I always heard people talking about how great the movie was. I have not seen the movie yet but decided to try the book per a friends recommendation. I'm glad I did because it was a great read and keeps you wanting to read more. I guess it's time to watch the movie on Amazon Prime now!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXDAZUIBCOM8U?ASIN=0439023521	Leaves you hungry for more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed the book.  I purchased this in anticipation of the movies.  The book is far superior to the movie, which is typically true for the book vs movie discussion.<br/><br/>SPOILER ALERT:  In my humble opinion, book three almost made me regret purchasing books one and two.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Y6CR2WFJR6B4?ASIN=0439023521	Gripping story, quick read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very gripping book and impossible to put down. Sometimes the rough writing style is distracting, it's not very graceful, but the story makes up for it with lots of twists and impossible sub plots. I do recommend the book to those looking for a highly distracting, entertaining evening.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1F7YPMCAJ563R?ASIN=0439023521	Hungering for more Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was definitely more detailed than the movie and you really get to see how Peeta feels about Katniss. His live and devotion to her as well as Katniss discovering herself and feelings she never thought she would have. Definitely can't wait to read the next books in this series.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDL5MUE2CWF7O?ASIN=0439023521	Captivating	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Boring at the beginning considering how well the movie mimicked the book and I watched the movie first, however reading into the detailed thought process of katniss throughout the whole ordeal was awesome and captivating even when I knew what would happen- can't wait to read the rest!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LCO3IBEFX5QI?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I actually enjoyed this book more than I thought I would. The plot moved along quickly but the characters were developed rather well. The ending was rather abrupt but since this was book one of three I`m not too surprised by that. All in all, its a book I would recommend checking out.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3C6FIKPFEP78J?ASIN=0439023521	great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is addicting! I read the entire thing in one sitting and when I was done I had to run to the store to get the next in the series. The book touches on an aspect of human brutality but it is not too gory. This book is an eye opener that is great for teenagers and adults alike.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2U0GBHFUN8OWF?ASIN=0439023521	DON'T MISS THIS!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Do not miss the opportunity to read this book. (The whole series for that matter) It grabs you at chapter one and doesn't let you go until the end of the very last book! It is even a series that you can read over and over and never get tired of it! I recommend this series to everyone!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZ44EINTGTJJ0?ASIN=0439023521	A little bit of bore	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Reading the first few chapters was the most difficult part for me. Gale this...hunting that....blahblahblah  is basically all I saw on the begining pages. But once the actual games began, well that's a whole dif story. I became addicted to it almost immedietly after the games started.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XTJDRQ36DC9R?ASIN=0439023521	great book, but a bit violent for kids under 12.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So, I bought this book for my son who loves reading. He really liked it, and I read it after him, and I was impressed, so I took us to go see the movie. Way too violent, should of been rated r because they show little kids and teens killing each other. Anyways get it if you`re over 13</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FIQB2W5RNKEW?ASIN=0439023521	Great book, easy read for adults.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book, easy read for adults. A good book to talk to teens about war and poverty. This story makes you think about how ridiculous the human race can be.  Has some twists and surprises, you do want to know what happens to these kids, keeps you engaged. Great trilogy, read them all.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2AH1S1SSK57EC?ASIN=0439023521	AWESOMELYAMAZING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Thank you so much, this book was in great condition i would have just bought it in stores if i had known it was just as cheap lol.. but it gave me a chance to start using ""amazon prime"" THANKS again:)<br/>ps. anybody else who would like to buy this book i encourage you to it's fantastic!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3W317X2SDXK0G?ASIN=0439023521	Good read...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wasn't going to read this book...I tend to stay away from books that get alot of hype from critics unless it is recommended to me by a friend.  Well, someone I trust and have similar reading habits with said I should give it a try.  I was surprised.  When I first understood where the story was going I thought about deleting my friend from the ""trusted recommendation list"" but I would have been wrong to do so.  After the first chapter, the book was quick paced and kept my interest.  I liked the style of writing and the choice of words made the story easy to understand and imagine.  I stay away from books that cause me to get out a dictionary every other page...That is most of use read, for enjoyment and to relax.  I had enough critical reading in college.<br/><br/>The story is about a young girl who volunteers for almost certain death in order to save her very unlucky younger sister's life...that's the first 50 pages or so.  Once she steps forward, they rest of the book is about saving her own life in the HUNGER GAMES.  The underlying story shows us that people are people no matter what age or race or sex.  We will do what we must to survive.  We may not like who we have become or what becomes of us but our need to survive, our love for life and family/friends will always be strong within us.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10DFPTP1WM7XV?ASIN=0439023521	I really enjoyed them.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought the trilogy to read with my granddaughter. I wasn't impressed with the first movie, but I wanted to be able to talk with her about her reading so I bought these books. She never made it past the first chapter of the first book, but I devoured them all! I really enjoyed them.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OK61093O4UO6?ASIN=0439023521	Aaaaaaaaammmmaaaaaazzzzzzzziiiiiinnnnnngggggg	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was so good I finished it in three days. I love books but this was definitely one of my favorites. I feel bad for Katniss at the end. I was super sad when Rue died but I like how the dogs are the people who have died that was really cool. you should definitely get this book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RC15E9OWMXZU?ASIN=0439023521	"LEAVES YOU ""HUNGER""Y FOR MORE!"	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">READ THE BOOKS. Trust me people say how much they love hunger games and I'm like have you read the books? And they say no I like the movies. YOU ARE NOT A HUNGER GAMES FAN UNTIL YOU READ THE BOOKS BECAUSE THEY ARE SOOO GOOD. I can't express enough how good these books are, seriously.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3N3M1BY7JRRBH?ASIN=0439023521	Thrilling	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A thrilling and inspiring story for my daughter. She was enthralled by the series. Very entertaining. The 4th and 5th graders I know who have read it handled the peril and mayhem. If your kids is aged 10 and up, I think they'll deal with the content alright. Your results may vary. :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3V26D5TSBOBL7?ASIN=0439023521	Surprising	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not believe how shocked I was at how compelling and exciting this book was for me. At first I couldn't believe what I was reading. Then as the book went on I was trapped by the thought process of both parties in this unusual hunt. Surprised and exciting experience in reading.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16HX1N1J3B1NW?ASIN=0439023521	Amazinf	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger games will keep you in suspense  from book one And When you are finished with the series it will  leave you feeling empty inside. Making You want more,but the author does not provide it,leaving you thankful that the author has made more than one!!(: Best.Book.Series.Ever!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26FUEVDPETHYN?ASIN=0439023521	better than I expected!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I almost decided to not read the Hunger games serious, but I wanted to see the movie.  I always like to read the book first so I did...and I'm glad I did!  The book was so much better than the movie....the story consumed me.  The characters came to life in my mind!  I loved loved it!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZHIY9UA3RQ0Q?ASIN=0439023521	Wow. Great book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was pretty skeptical about this book and put off reading it for a very long time. I'm so glad I decided to read it! Give it a try. It's was way better than I would have imagined. I haven't seen the movie or previews so I read this book completely unmolested which I am grateful for.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCW34JM7CIXWG?ASIN=0439023521	I was hooked!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am one of those people who are reluctant to get into the books that everyone else is reading at the time. But I must say I really did enjoy this book. After the first few chapters I couldn't put it down. Now I'm going to buy the other two books on my kindle and read them this week!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37GTOOSESVNSF?ASIN=0439023521	Suspenseful to the very end.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wanted to read this book before seeing the movie since it was becoming so popular. I felt it was a fun read and had a lot of suspense throughout the story. I couldn't put it down and it only took a couple days to get through. I'm excited to venture to the other books in the series.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HYZ1RVYWDA9T?ASIN=0439023521	An Okay Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I can say this book wasn't my cup of tea. The story line was predictable and the book overall wasn't very compelling. I Probably won't bother reading the other two books in the trilogy. I must say I am surprised with the popularity of this book with adults but to each his or her own.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IWANGQ8NGUCV?ASIN=0439023521	Good libertarian fiction	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very entertaining allegory for what is happening with politics in the U.S.  Kept my interest throughout, although it gets a little more extreme with each book (i.e. Hunger Games book 1 is really good, book 2 is not quite as good but pretty good, book 3 start to get a little far out.)</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Q333UTDMCYUG?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved this book! I couldn't put it down and once I finished I had to start on the next one! Not usually my type of light reading but, I read due to a friend's suggestion and didn't regret it.<br/>Great work, great detail. Puts you right in that moment with what the character. Loved!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPQD1QJ91IJ05?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this series, all well written.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3K42YD9GUJDWS?ASIN=0439023521	Great story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Believable premise that instantly draws you in.  Well-developed characters for whom you cannot help but empathize.  Loved the ending - although different from that of the movie.  While the series is written for young adults, a full grown adult like myself found it a delightful read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3K9XY85CD41OB?ASIN=0439023521	Did Katniss service	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm wondering if Katniss really will survive the hunger games. She is in such turmoil over killing others over the injustice of the games. The hope that you can save Peeta Intersil as a team is the only reason she makes it to the end. She's not sure of her feelings for Gail or Peeta</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QDKW36GD5XFF?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This science fiction story is great. It takes place in a future time, but sort of reflects civilization cycles of the past. An excellent study of the human nature. Do read the books in order, and do read them; they will make the movies better. Some violence. I highly recommend them.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RJWZ2Z53MF3V?ASIN=0439023521	Our Own Little Book Club	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm reading along with our twin 14 year old boys.  This book happens to be mandatory reading for their English grade, so we read and talk about the story. I'm intrigued. So are the twins which makes reading much more enjoyable. We anxious to finish this one and start, Catching Fire.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GKLU5TAXV5VB?ASIN=0439023521	Inspired writing and great story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book has great descriptive writing. Although the story is obviously fiction, it is interesting and almost believable that this storyline could happen in the future. I like the fact that the author intertwines romance with a story of survival. I can't wait to read the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33S0HGZLQ295G?ASIN=0439023521	Exciting and engaging.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very exciting. A little slow to start but then takes off. A real page turner! Could not put it down. While brutal, there are many conflicting emotions that define the characters. Sometimes the thought of physical death is far easier than the emotional turmoil that will last forever.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R248PLV8EU1J0I?ASIN=0439023521	New approach to the future	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Had to read the full story when I heard the film was in the making. THe detail and volume of character development really enhanced the trilogy. I have read them 3 times now and each time with a focus on a different character. Great for adult conversation of all ages and experiences.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2EGNHEJZ27SY0?ASIN=0439023521	Edge of your seat	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this series. The first two books were great keeping you on the edge of your seat. you know who the good guys are and you are rooting for them. The last book however takes a different turn. You don't know for certain who is truly good anymore. There are secrets and betrayals.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTORCZP62P610?ASIN=0439023521	My first introduction to the Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read this book after watching the film. I think it was pretty faithful to the source material. I read a later version that actually made me think this one was edited for content. Not much differences just slight one. Great read, it really immerses you in this dystopian future world.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32C7SQN7SS288?ASIN=0439023521	Good Yarn	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This version is very entertaining and hard to put down once you start reading. Very close to the movie but much greater detail.<br/>Usually I have read the book before I see the movie, this time I did in reverse &amp; was very surprised with the end result.<br/>A very worthwhile read.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21C2B6Y1H53RW?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow. I can't even say haw good this EPIC book is. Good exiting plot, suspensful, interesting, fun, but the main reason why I love these books (yes, all 3) so much is that they have important themes and issues. These books make you THINK! Read this, or your missing out on everything.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQU2LOC1XZY5C?ASIN=0439023521	"Hunger Games Left Me ""Hungry"" for more!!"	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought this for my Kindle and it was a very quick read.  I had been reading the reviews and was curious.  Now, I am hooked!  I am now half finished with ""Catching Fire"" and will download ""Mockingjay"" next.  Looking forward to seeing the movie and only hope I won't be disappointed!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1V8PLB0EXHU7Q?ASIN=0439023521	This book grabs you from the beginning!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved The Hunger Games and when I started reading it, I couldn't put it down.  This great novel grabs your attention immediately and never let me down.  I was very impressed by her style of writting and the concept of the games.  It was a great read and I recommend it to everyone!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34JBGIWJUHNVF?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games is good reading and I am anxious to read the next book in the series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is different and while the content is kind of hard to swallow, it is well written and holds your interest.  I could imagine that something like this could have happened hundreds of years ago as a way of controlling people. Or possibly it could happen in the future.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1K6RBA4BRPAKY?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie by far!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had to read this novel as a requirement for my college course on teaching young adult literature. I have to admit that although I wasn't thrilled at reading it at first, it turned out to be a great read! I actually will read the other books in the trilogy! Definitely Recommended.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24SOGQQ9N1YPW?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Put off reading this for a long time. Was told how good it was but didn't I would like it.  It would be a good read for anyone  sometimes it seems that we put such a low value on life.  This<br/>Book takes you through such a wide range of emotions hopefully to see the human value.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1R7858MAK38CA?ASIN=0439023521	Dreadful excellence	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Collins conjures an all-too-plausible future from the past. We dare not huff and puff that we are better than she thinks. We already have Games like Survivor, and we already have carnage-based entertainment. How much of a nudge do we need to go for the bread and circuses ourselves?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGI0TS2QVH6L9?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent 1st person Narrative.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the concept incased in this story. It is original, and I loved the clear and in depth exploration of Katniss and Peter and how their relationship. It was uncomplecated writting which made use of the 1st person narrative extremely well. I would reccomend this book to anyone.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OLQT92ZGTU45?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was way more than a book. I thought I was actually there! Some things were different from the movie, but I'm not going to reveal anything. You know what that means, your going to have to read it yourself. I highly recommend this book to people who love action and romance.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RANABVP4GYWND?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am now reading book two in the trilogy. It is very good. I find myself not wanting to put it down. I have not seen the movie yet, although the books are usually always better I've heard good things. I will wait to finish the books before I see it.  I give it two thumbs up so far.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYFF02MPSCHST?ASIN=0439023521	Loved It	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The thought of what if is always something to be contemplated. Every person in the world whether they have children or don't. Have love for children as a whole. This book shows you what can happen when people are subservient and aren't willing to fight back because you have family.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LNGK7JJGNL78?ASIN=0439023521	So addictive!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book and immediately read the next two in the trilogy!  I read this on my iPad through my kindle app in Cabo, Mexico on vacation.  So cool!  Suzanne Collins has a wonderful way of getting you enthralled in the the love story and human struggle for survival in this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3N471LGWQJSPN?ASIN=0439023521	Un-put-downable Series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love this trilogy.  Bought for my Kindle and am not sorry I did.  It's a really captivating story.  Sad at times, stir up some anger at the brutality, but the steel of the characters is riviting.<br/><br/>I'd highly recommend the whole series.<br/><br/>Just my personal opinion.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2O44ED49U3DNS?ASIN=0439023521	Powerful and Exciting Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have read this book 3 times now and I still keep find new depth every single time. You will absolutey get lost in the drama and feel every twist and turn. The characters are so real and you want to follow each and every one of them. Hunger Games is my most favorite read to date.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1O5KXJLX7ALTM?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games: The Book which was on Fire.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger Games<br/>-Suzanne Collins<br/><br/>A best-selling YA book, certainly a must read for me. Though I had to repeat my ""Please Please"" slogans for getting this book, it was worth the money and the effort. Super easy to understand prose style of writing, and an extremely beautifully designed plot, this book often sent `Chills down my spine'. The story is made in the not very distant future where the whole of North America is made into a country (or continent rather) called ""Panem"", consisting of thirteen districts, and the ""Capitol"". All thirteen of these districts held a rebellion against the Capitol  in which the thirteenth was destroyed. So now, each year, the Capitol holds the Hunger Games in which 2 ""Tributes"" one girl and one boy is selected from each of the twelve districts who then fight till the death in an arena. The last man standing is declared the winner, and his/her district and the person himself is awarded enormously. The story revolves around a sixteen year old girl named ""Katniss Everdeen"" and a boy ""Peeta Mellark"" who are selected from their district, District 12, to participate in the Hunger Games fight against children younger than them and some tributes who are killing machines and who have trained themselves their whole life for this event. Breath-taking, full of adventure, unexpected twists, and of course fight. Suzanne Collins has done a mind-blowing job constructing the characters personalities and the cruelty of the Games. Being a YA book, this book is suitable for 12 and above.<br/>With number 1 ranking in the Amazon Kindle Store, and in the top 100 for about 600+ days, this is a must read.<br/><br/>""May the odds be ever in your favour""</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SPZWOYS8ZD1X?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was an amazing book, and I highly recommend it. I chose this rating because it was exhilarating, but I left that one star because I knew Katniss would win. It was honestly quite predictable. But the book was great anyways, so if you are reading this, you should get this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NIOHYMH7IKWP?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have never read this type of book before,but found couldn't put it down.  Perhaps it was because of kids bring the main characters.  Or maybe because the way of life in the district's and Capitol are so unbelievable.  Really feel that young adults and older would enjoy his book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3P0RY38YBO7LN?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is a great book with lots of action and loving parts. The tells more about the charters then the movie. This book is worth a five ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ rating I gave it. Read the book after the movie them watch the movie again, you will understand more about what's happening in the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UQF0CFXNTHQU?ASIN=0439023521	Thought I wouldn't but...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have avoided reading this book just because of the very premise of it but finally dove in and found it to be a great read - suspenseful, engaging, well written and I look forward to reading the next ones.  There are lots of great moments that rise above the madness of the story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RMZM8PQCKQFQ?ASIN=0439023521	Can't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">what an exciting read. the story line is easy to follow and is so exciting. I just wanted to keep reading to find out what would happen next. recommend it to all teens and above. Looking forward to the next one. a little love story or is it a means of survival. you be the judge...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34YACIGL45RI0?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie before reading this, but very happy I decided to read this as well. The level of detail and getting to know what Katniss is thinking and what motivates her is amazing and adds a new layer to the story I hoped reading the book would reveal. Highly, highly recommend!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3EHD077Q1IE2Y?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie first then read the book.  I had heard all sorts of praise from friends about the book and much to my surprise I didn't feel let down a single bit while reading the book.  It was so good it made me like the movie a lot less.  If you haven't read it yet, do so asap.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2J73SJ5YOY5WW?ASIN=0439023521	Spectacularly Crafted	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This novel indeed requires a 5 star rating. The book would pose interesting to all, but I mostly believe it is tailored for teens to young adults. If you're reading this review your interest will be satisfied if you simply begin to flip the pages. LOVELY AND SPECTACULARLY CRAFTED!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PFTDRCMY4AN5?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had already heard great things about this book, from co-workers, but it was everything I was told and more.  I also watch the movie, prior to reading the book which is also a ""no no"", but I still enjoyed the graphic details from the book that the movie left out, and a fast read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUOM9WTAR2VP8?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games Kindle e-book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie before reading the book. After reading the book, I re-watched the movie.  Reading the book helped me to understand the story on a deeper level.  I can see where the author got some of her inspiration from television reality shows.  Katniss is the ultimate survivor!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RF7UILGQPGWZC?ASIN=0439023521	Movie first then book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I watched the movie first and fell in love with it so I just had to read the book! I am really glad I did this book is amazing and was really hard to put down. Now on to the second book and I can't wait. I really hope peeta and katnis work things out and end up together for real!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OUU3V2QHLV5J?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I got this book on my Kindle a couple of days ago and i can't put it down! Unless my mom calls me to do my HW :).  But other than that it is very addicting!<br/>I think if you were thinking about buying this book, and if you did, you wouldn't be able to put it down!<br/><br/>:)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LMTCGIBWEJDJ?ASIN=0439023521	Cautious	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Having seen the preview for the movie, I couldn't decide on whether or not to read the book.  However, I figured that if I didn't like it or couldn't get into it, I could simply stop reading it.  Well, I couldn't put it down...Looking forward to reading the next one in the series.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RYDKPIZKDWHP?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Although I haven't finished reading it yet, after about the first ten pages I was hooked on ""The Hunger Games"". I suppose it helps that I like fantasy as well as horror and a few other non-mainstream genres. A well written book that keeps the reader engrossed through the chapters.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRT3NE0NKN4VV?ASIN=0439023521	Great for entire family!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I totally enjoyed this book and recommend it to everyone I know. It was such a great book for discussing also. The story is great and I loved how the author ended all the books and picked right up with the next one. Hope whoever reads this review it helps them to read this series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7Q1A5MVUMB6I?ASIN=0439023521	rivetting!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I heard about this book, but i thought it was more for young teens! Was i wrong. It is a very strong book with some good lessons to be learned. How to read between the lines, how to think outside the box. What you think you believe in &amp; what you do believe in, are rarely the same.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3K0Q3YA30WVIJ?ASIN=0439023521	It keeps you going on reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book is quite entertainment and easy to read.<br/>The story keeps you going and you can read all day long and not even at the end you are satisfied, you have to keep on reading on the next book.  Recommend it.  Beware! Don't care about the film, It's not good. Bad adaptation!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQ3CJATY0MZQY?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games - great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was a little late on the Hunger Games bandwagon. But after seeing the movie, and liking it very much, I had to read the books.... and they don't disappoint. This is a great adventure sci-fi story set in a dystopian future. So if you are into sci-fi and adventure this is for you.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13ICL1C45L05W?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was on the edge of my seat and could not put this book down.  I was worried that it was not my kind of book, but the events were handled so well, they did not bother me.  I am not a fan of science fiction, but I felt this book was not ""far out"" and the events were very probable.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24J17FDRKKISQ?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Since everyone I talked to was in love with the movie, I decided to read the books first.  The Hunger Games is a book unlike anything I have read before.  Great plot with unexpected twists and turns.  There are some graphic depictions of violence and death, but the story is great.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OFLRVCFS4PVL?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger GAMES = A Must read/buy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The start of the book was a bit confusing, but after a few pages it became clear. An excellent written book , very easy to read and once you get into it, you cannot put it down. Cant wait for the movie.<br/>Have also completed number 2 and busy with no3. Definately worth the read</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2J9JGHGZ5LGJC?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger Games was an amazing book, i read it because Stephenie Meyer recomended it, and it didnt dissapoint. The book starts off a little slow, but 50 pages in, you're hooked. I'm so excited for the next book in the series, Catching Fire, i think it will be released next September.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MYY6NJRTBWVE?ASIN=0439023521	Wow	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book presented me with two things I hate to read. The first, that the protagonist is female. Now, before that insults anyone, let me explain why. As a female, I hate with a burning passion female characters who are more concerned with their would-be lovers than with the story line. Here, Hunger Games completely satisfied me. While Katniss does have to deal with who she truely loves and what she's looking for in a future mate (i.e., Gale or Peeta) she worries about it in such away that she comes off, not a weak, stereotypical female, but rather, as a strong, independent woman. I fell in love with Katniss in a way I usually don't in other similar works. My second problem was that the series is written in first person. That is a perspective that is incredibly difficult to carry off, and most authors cannot do it. I believe Collins did a wonderful job. The books were fast paced and compelling despite the perspective, and that was carried forward through Katniss herself. I admit at times you want to shake the girl for being so oblivious, but it is rather refreshing to find a character who is so *in* character that she/he/they miss things that may seem obvious to an outsider.<br/><br/>After reading these books, this first one especially, I recommended it to all of my friends, and they have all loved it. We've gotten to the point where all of us are sitting together, gasping or jumping, and then putting the books down so we can discuss what's going on.<br/><br/>I would recommend this book to anyone. Though if you buy this first one, I suggest you buy the others, because you'll go through them so quickly you may get frustrated at the wait between arrivals.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1C3FNPL3C7OKS?ASIN=0439023521	Worth the hype!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book sucks you in and leaves you wanting more! I have read other YA books about distopian futures, but I love this one! Katniss is a teenager I can relate to thrown into an unrelatable situation and definitely keeps my attention throughout. This book leaves you needing more!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RT9718ZMYE76?ASIN=0439023521	Much Better Than Expected	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I know this is a book for young adults and I am not a young adult so I didn't have very high expectations. I must say, though, that it is a tremendously enjoyable book with very compelling characters a a great plot. It had an intensity and depth that was a very pleasant surprise.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TKV5C9802O2M?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My only regret about this book is that I hadn't heard of the book before I saw the movie. That always seems to strip a bit from what my mind would have imagined while reading. Other than that I LOVE this book! I literally could not put it down. I can't wait to read Catching Fire.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7AC485JSVYU9?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book is amazing and there is no greater. Suzanne Collins wrote this book to have you experience whAt this character has to live like and the awesome story that follows. this book would probably be good for ages 10+....go katniss evergreen the girl on fire(Jennifer Lawrence)!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17K5LF2LK0H94?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I usually resist books everyone is reading blah blah blah...I finally have in and started this series and I'm so glad I did. It's a great story that's well written. The characters capture your heart and keep you on the edge of your seat. Looking forward to starting the next book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1M7SCW95XH37Q?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It goes without saying that the book is a lot better than the movie. The fact that it's entirely from the pov of the main character really allows you to get to know her and understand how she feels after being thrown into such a situation. Overall, it's a highly recommended read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVKU9WVZKMKMK?ASIN=0439023521	Very enjoyable reading.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book in three days, doing not much else.  I enjoyed it immensely.  I know it is suppose to be for teens and young adults but it was enjoyable reading for this almost great-grandma as well. I've since read the second book and will soon start on the last in the trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3R4UNPQ0HBG9W?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent reading!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After watching the movie everyone I talked to said you've got to read the book.  So I read the book and was so glad I did! It is a fast paced read with details that makes you feel like you are right there with Katniss. I am looking forward to reading the next book in the trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BWGOXZHPUQPZ?ASIN=0439023521	Solid story, but a bit fast-paced	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I will admit to being curious about the series due to it recent popularity. The story is engrossing, but I felt like it could have moved at a bit slower pace. The result is that while very likeable, I never really felt like I knew the characters. Overall, still a worthwhile read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R305S2VUZ3IA29?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games made me hungry for more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was hesitant about reading the book or watching the movie.  I didn't think I would like the whole idea of it.  But after taking to a friend who encouraged me to read the book.  I was not disappointed.  Just started Catching on Fire and hope it's as rivating as the Hunger Games.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28IE641Y6TA6G?ASIN=0439023521	Better than Movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked Katniss' characterization better in the book. She was a hardened person with little emotional baggage. This is pretty interesting for a 16 yr old girl/woman. All of the action was the same as movie....just the in between parts were better. I look forward to the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVPMSA0CRCIAD?ASIN=0439023521	What Can I Say That Hasn't Already Been Said?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is just fantastic.  It is a page-turner that will have you glued to your seat as you read, wanting to know what happens next.  I am an adult and I loved the book just as much as some 12 and 13 years old kids.  I can see why The Hunger Games has been a hit.  Just superb!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVMTHBZDK9R61?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wendy Scott, fantasy author, <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Ferrasium-The-Windflowers-Trilogy/dp/B009AKHJPA"">Ferrasium. (The Windflowers Trilogy)</a>. Couldn't put it down, needed to find out what was going to happen next. Well written, tightly paced and I cared about the characters. Downloaded the second book as soon as I finished the first.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3C56YKGY0MQDI?ASIN=0439023521	brilliAnce	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book is so well written i decided not to sleep the first night having work the next day and finished it in a 24hr period. the characters and story line are so enticing you just can't drop it for one second. love, action, suspense, family... it's just plain and simply amazing</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1151GT0MAWXC1?ASIN=0439023521	Captivating, easy and worth the read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was well worth the 3 days I put into it. In fact, I was so riveted by the storyline that I am well in the third book of this series. The language was simple but that is to be expected because it's a young adult novel. I really suggest it and think it has a large appeal.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IOKG5VIG646L?ASIN=0439023521	A good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What a tragic book on so many levels.  Why choose to involve young innocent people in these games? Suzanne Collins has written a thought provoking book with well developed characters that compel us to turn the page again and again. Let's hope no nation ever develops into a Panem!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRBKK7V9UL4FQ?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read the book via kindle. I initially had a problem with lending library as I am a prime member. So Amazon customer service accomodated me and gave me the book for free. It was a good book, the movie did a good job replicating the book but as with most cases the book is better.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Z42986RT4WWI?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As I am sure most people say the Hunger Games is a great book. It's a bit slow at the beginning but man once you hit the games you can't put it down. I love the strong female lead in these books. Katniss is awesome! I don't know about kids reading this though it's pretty violent.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HI3DQZG3N8OB?ASIN=0439023521	A Page Turner to the End!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Being there are over 600 reviews I won't bore everyone with the same words. Yes, I loved it. Yes, I couldn't put it down. Yes, I will see the movie when it comes out. But, to sum up ""Hunger Games""? I'd use this equation:<br/>The Running Man+""Big Brother""+The Long Walk=Hunger Games.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1N4NVGXWC8IOG?ASIN=0439023521	Great movie, even greater book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After seeing the movie I had to read the book, the book is so much better than the movie, a lot more details, and back ground information, which was missed from the movie.  Highly recommend this book, worth the read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32QYKCOHHYR1D?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger For More	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I honestly didn't even think about reading this book until I saw a movie was going to be released soon.  I had read reviews and saw that it had a near five star average, but I still didn't think to read it.  Finally I decided to spend the $4 or so and download it to my Kindle.  Well, that was a good idea.  I could barely put the Kindle down, and I took every available minute to read.  This is the type of book that, for me, made everything else fade away.  Normally if I had a free hour in the evening when my kids were at basketball or dance practice I would catch up on my DVR'd shows.  Not when I was reading The Hunger Games.  If I had 10 minutes to myself, I was powering up the device and finding a quiet corner of the house.<br/><br/>This book is so easy to read, and maybe it's due in part to the fact that it's a young adult book.  But, more than anything, the characters, especially those of Katniss and Peeta are so well done.  The first half of the book is the lead up to the Games themselves, but during that time I came to know Katniss and understand her feelings towards Peeta, Haymitch, and her left-at-home friend Gale.  Her love towards her little sister, Prim, whose place she took in the Games, is palpable.<br/><br/>Being a young adult book, the violence described during the Games was a bit surprising.  However, I wouldn't keep my older kids of 10 and 9 from reading it.  As a matter of fact, I will most likely pick up a paperback copy and have them read it so we can all see the movie together.<br/><br/>I look forward to reading the other two books of the trilogy.  I'm anxious to read more about the lives of Katniss, Peeta, and all the folks of Panem.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17O873Y7D4J7O?ASIN=0439023521	Enjoy this writer.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love the way Suzanne Collins writes.  Easy flowing book with great characters and character development.  The story gradually grows at a comfortable pace.  It was easy to follow and enjoyable.  Although it was futuristic it was easily relatable.  Can't wait to read the sequel.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24T1K6L9YQ2V3?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I would recommend this book to every body ten and up because of all the killing and stuff. It was a every exciting and a book that always wants you to read more whenever you finish a chapter because it leaves you at cliff hangers. That is what made me finish the book so quickly.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PKALR93IV7FO?ASIN=0439023521	Movie was better	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was okay. I liked the movie a lot better. I felt like the chapters were too long and the story was drug out way too much. Her previous series was far better than this. Like I said movie was much better, but I'll continue with the series, just because I like the movies.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFJ438JA0U6DM?ASIN=0439023521	Good aid to the movie.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I watched the movie about a year ago and decided I should get on board with the book.  Surprisingly it didn't differ that much from the movie.  There more details on just about everything and it mad  me appreciate the story much more than the movie did.  Time for the next  book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R398JCXTJ7NDBE?ASIN=0439023521	a page turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie and still enjoyed the book. Thanks to Amazon Prime, I borrowed it for free with Kindle. I'm reading the next in the series and would also recommend it. Other authors I liked (in case you're wondering if we have similar taste) are Michael Crichton and Steven King.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30RFDMO8L5P4K?ASIN=0439023521	Fast, tight, and poignant	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have to admit Collins hit it out of the park. Great novel. Tight, nothing unnecessary, realistic characters, fast read, yet still poignant and gives the reader lots to think about todays world. Please do not prejudge this story based on anything else youve heard. Just read it.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38FCTI8MWH1VW?ASIN=0439023521	Romance with thrilling action	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book. It kept me on the edge of thrilling action. The life and death struggles bring our past history of war between tribes and nations into mind. Will our future history be like this? If it is I hope I would have the courage and strength to survive my Hunger Games.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34VF643PK3I78?ASIN=0439023521	Excelent, excelent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is amazing. defintely recommend it. I also love that it is prime, there are so many books that I would love to read but they are not prime so i cannot ge them. If i didn't ge i wouldnt have been able to write this wonderful review and i wouldn't have bought th movie...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30Y94CXG527F1?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book before Hollywood made it a movie. In fact, I loved this book long before it became popular. I couldn't put The Hunger Games down and, after finishing it, I couldn't stop talking about it. I recommended this book to EVERYONE I saw and I still recommend it today.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OR8DHV0C49QC?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This may have been one of the best books I have ever read! It is difficult for me to get into books but when I do find one, I can't seem to put it down. This is one of them. It kept my interest from start to finish. The Hunger Games was very thrilling and keeps you on your toes.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33TGKSC1MMAGT?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am eleven and I loved this book!!! I could not put the book down I read it in 3 days. I can't wait to read the other books. I want to watch the movie but it seems scary. I might watch it though. I could definitely put myself in the book. I can't wait to read the other books!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WB0M35XODT?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A fast read and very compelling. The twists and turns dealing with Kay's feelings concerning Peeta  and Gale. Her wish to care for her family's wellbeing and fear of the government's reaction to her and Peeta's victory leading into the next book. Like I said I'm hungry for more.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16DBKUQJKE83N?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book in its self is great. The way the story is told really immersive and you can relate easily with the way Katniss does and feels about things. It has some really dark critique on abuse of power and on the apparent loss of conscience over the death and suffering of others.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFZ74I2OFQCH4?ASIN=0439023521	A real page turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger Games is a real page turner. Saw the movie then couldn't wait to read the book. The books are ALWAYS better and in more depth. After that, I couldn't wait to get my hands on the rest of the books. Great series and not predictable which adds to the excitement! A MUST read!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CPZM5KU5XFSL?ASIN=0439023521	AWESOME!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I LOVED this book.  I thought it was so well thought out. Wonderfully written.  Characters were so real I could see them in my head.  I haven't seen the movie. Not sure I will...I'm sure it's great. But I just dont' see it being as great as the book. Awesome job Suzanne Collins!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30HV3LSZHED6?ASIN=0439023521	BEST BOOK EVER	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Honestly, thia is one of the best books I've ever read. I am on Book three now ; Mockingjay and I seriously can't put the book down.  The Hunger Games book 1 was very intriguing. The storyline was amazing and i totally fell in love with all of the characters. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCKIKZWTE2ZG7?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't Put it Down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After learning about the books and watching the movie I wanted to know more of this story. I bought this book and finished it in one day. I was hooked I couldn't put it down. It is an amazing story one that really makes your eyes open and humbles you to the sufferings of others.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2F97DORCG8WKV?ASIN=0439023521	Love it!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't read too often so when I do the book has to be good. I couldn't put this one down. I have already read the second book as well and I'm about to start on the third one. I can't wait until the movies come out for book 2 and 3 to see how well they did compared to the books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NUC49V1L2ZQG?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">First of all I have to say that the e-books sale on your pages is each time very clear and quick. Up to now I have received all titles I orders at once and in very good order.<br/><br/>To be honest, I have not read this booktill the end yet but I like it .<br/><br/>Thank you</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VKRXP3HET2V5?ASIN=0439023521	loved the Hunger Games  (trilogy)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was an exciting book and had to read the 2 following books. I can see that this could actually happen in real life.  So close to the Roman times when they slew the Christians in the arena.  Katniss was ""right on"".  I felt that I was there living with her.  Such a good read.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GHJD3ZSZHTU1?ASIN=0439023521	Intense	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm not a sci-fi or fantasy lover and this book appealed to me for it's balance of realism with the bizarre world the author created. The end is a total nailbiter. Recommend for older YA readers because it's graphic in some places and images might be too much for middle graders.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1S1JSMW9409H8?ASIN=0439023521	Highly Addictive & Entertaining	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book, it was an easy read, very entertaining.  I loved the strong female character, the world the author created and the bit of romance.  However, like others, I am a bit annoyed that it leaves you hanging at the end.  And now I have to wait a year for the sequel.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RZSIMS7U1BFU?ASIN=0439023521	Interesting read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Quick, easy read. Characters I could relate to. Interesting story line. A definite must read if you like fantasy/sci-fi, no matter what age you are.<br/>For a person who (accidentally) watched the movie first, I must say the book clarified a lot questions I had from the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RAIT33VREA3TL?ASIN=0439023521	For teens but I loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">it is a really fast read and as always so much better than the movie. however, despite how much the author accomplished in such a short book, it would have been better with maybe 100 more pages. the part that was really teen-focused was the handled of the romantic relationship.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3EQRO7XZ2QXTT?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i enjoyed this book from cover to back! I felt transported to that place where Collins narrated everything. I know the movie did a great job setting its essence into it, but it's never like the book! I felt that Catnip felt, it embodied me into her surroundings. Loved it a lot!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MKUVVTFV8CTM?ASIN=0439023521	Great survival book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is really unpredictable. If you haven't read it, read it!<br/><br/>If you like this book, try The Space Olympics, which is sorta like this book. An 11-year old named Julie Leary puts herself in the Space Olympics and nearly gets killed. That's all to say, so buy it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FE9GCFBLHV0K?ASIN=0439023521	Read it and Stop the Nagging.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I started reading The Hunger Games to get my friends off my back. I was constantly told I would love the book and the series but was skeptical. In the end my friends were right. I read this book in 26 hours (my family did have to eat) before moving on to the rest of the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPNTK3DGVKM8?ASIN=0439023521	book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I daughter was reading these books and this one was checked out of the library and she was waiting then the person rechecked it out she was so upset I ordered it for her and it was faster than the lady who rechecked it out and my daughter had it read before it was brought back.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QLRR332SZ6DZ?ASIN=0439023521	Awsome book. Just plain amazing.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I finally got hold of it, I began reading immediately. If you're like me, you will become totally obsessed very soon. I still can't get over how great this book is. It is addictive if you can handle the violence. Have a great first read, to anyone who is looking to buy it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18HAWH6T1KXKF?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well for me the story was not so bood-thirsty on the page as it was on the screen.  I enjoyed getting to know the characters all over again and I look forward to reading the rest of the trilogy.  This was a novel I could not put down and read in two sittings (while on holiday).</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCVRBFY0ZGVAF?ASIN=0439023521	BETTER THAN THE MOVIE	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I usually try and read books before I see the movie based on this book, didn't happen this time. I loved the movie so I had to read the book,I'm definitely a big believer that books are always better than the movie even when the movies are spectacular. This held true once again</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MYKOX6V5PQO2?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games lives up to the Hype	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book is loaded with suspense and keeps you wanting to know more. That said its hard to put the book down. Much more detail and background than the movie can bring gives great perspective into the mind of Katniss, district 12 and the history of the games. Highly recommended.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2AAMWUU7Q7RYU?ASIN=0439023521	Better than I expected!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was very surprised to find this was really a wonderful story, not the ususal gore! So many people had told me how much they enjoyed it that I just had to see what the hype was about. I've gone on to read the whole series, lost a lot of sleep cause I just couldn't but it down!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R290IN7EINU06L?ASIN=0439023521	Great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely enjoyed reading this book. It was a similar read to the Twilight books, meaning I could not put it down and I lingered to every word. I anticipated reading the next book, which were equally great! I was excited to see the movie which came close to the book as well.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R336M91X36HEDL?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was much better than the movie! I would recommend everyone read the book before watching the movie. It was fabulous event. I'm ready to read Catching Fire, then on to Mockingjay before the final movie comes out. I would recommend this book to everyone. It's the best so far.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31NKFZTUHSDRM?ASIN=0439023521	Decent storyline	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed the plot of the story (although I must admit I saw the movie first). There was quite a bit omitted from the story when portrayed on the big screen as one could expect.<br/>The writing, though, was simplistic. But then again, it is a Young Adult book, not a textbook.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FH90O7PP9JO4?ASIN=0439023521	As Good as everyone says they are	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the whole. Series of course I saw the first two movies before deciding that I would read all three books. Finished them in a week of traveling with my family. I could not put them down. I love these type of books and was not disappointed in everything that I had heard.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CS038YLVM24D?ASIN=0439023521	Phenomenal	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Can't believe I waited so long to read this book. It was amazing and I finished reading it in one day. Can't wait to read number 2 &amp; 3. The characters are memorable and the pages fly by. If you have waited like I did to start this book, don't wait any longer. You will love it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZNXSNPYUPW7O?ASIN=0439023521	Better Than the Movie!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Collins develops this fantastic story that in it 's written form has much more depth than the big screen version. It is the delicious embellishments that keeps this book glued to your hands and eyes.The service to my kindle was excellent as always downloaded in under a minute!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R66UE3BSGMB1?ASIN=0439023521	AWESOME BOOK!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was an awesome book because it tells you that you can do anything, even if you are not the best at it.<br/>I rated this book as a five star book because it was a good fit book for me. One thing that I didn't like that I thought that the climax of the book was at the end.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMEVYAN4BO3R5?ASIN=0439023521	page turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is often quite cliche to say that you cannot put a book (kindle app?) down, but it is true for this title. The writer makes one feel part of the games. I read it to see if I would allow my 11 year old to read it. Now I can't wait for her to finish it to see what she thinks.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2O09JVG820RU7?ASIN=0439023521	Perfect	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this series! Everyone needs to read them at least once. It has a part for everyone. If you love thrill, you'll definitely be in suspense at a lot of points! If you like love stories this is for you too! If you like action this is totally for you!! GO GET THIS BOOK!!! :D</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDOD8PAVZYOV5?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After seeing the movie, a friend said she had read all three books. I didn't even know it was a trilogy. I had put off seeing the movie because I thought it would be too gory, but was pleasantly surprised. It was tastefully handled both in the book and movie. Good job Suzanne.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3E3B6F2E93SF5?ASIN=0439023521	Hard to put  this book down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is my second reading of the book and I find that I love the book more the second time around. Collins did  a great job creating  a  completely different world in which the reader can feel so involved. If you enjoy dystopian type reading this is certainly the book for you.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26KD6TUY80BX5?ASIN=0439023521	Freaking amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book has everything: action, adventure, suspense, romance and even a bit of humour. Masterfully written as well the pages seem to come alive with every word! Once I started I couldn't put it down until I came to the end. I was thoroughly entertained from beginning to end!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33L7U1Z45PPRG?ASIN=0439023521	surprised	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm a mom and the whole children killing children wasn't something I normally would want to read.  So my book club decided to read it so I thought I would give it a try.  I was surprised how it pulled me in and wouldn't let go.  It was so good I couldn't wait to read the next.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RP230UE5BK5CE?ASIN=0439023521	Well written, but too intense for teenagers	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Although the story is well written, I struggled with the loss of innocence that a teen or young adult faces when reading this.  The material addresses the loss, pain and moral choices faced in these situations, but is this really necessary for our youth to contemplate head on?</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FVLEZY759NX7?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome, Excellent!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The story is an interesting concept.  This book was a quick read but excellent.  I watched the movie first and was really excited to read the books.  Like most, the book was better and I couldn't stop reading it. Be prepared with the second and third book - - you'll need them!</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RL3COUH4JOKGF?ASIN=0439023521	Not a big reader. But Awesome book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am not a big reader and have only finished 3 books in my entire life (i am 30 now) but i could not put the book down.<br/>To top it all off. I finished the book in 4 days!<br/>It took me that long because i a to work. I really think i could of read the book in one sitting.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/REAC273TSWAVS?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">These books are great!! I spent a lot of sleepless nights because i just couldn't put them down!! I usually won't read a book twice, but these I just might have to. They are worth every penny you spend (which isn't much)You won't regret reading this set of books..I guarantee!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVBSXSDA56H90?ASIN=0439023521	really good, but predictable	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book!! it might be a little gory but it is awesome!! it is a bit predictable because from the beginning you can tell that Katniss will win the hunger games. you can tell that in all books; that the main character will win. im saving up my money to buy Catching FIre</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3M2GILS15M334?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was a gift from my wish list after commenting in a Random Acts Of Kindness (RAOK) thread in the Amazon forums. I don't even know who gave it to me but thank you so much! Totally enjoyed this trilogy, the characters were  engaging. Looking forward to seeing the movie.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QM9HOL0LXQZA?ASIN=0439023521	A book you'll want to devour	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is one of the best books I've read in a while. Well-paced action, excellent character development, and clear prose make this novel stand out. Best of all, the sixteen year-old female protagonist is believable and as a character, she is peerless in this genre.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZDIA77SF3W9L?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love it! I couldn't stop reading it.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5IODTBS3FXDD?ASIN=0439023521	HUNGER GAMES FEVER BEYOTCH	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a GREAT book. But i Felt Bad For Clove Other Than Katniss and Peeta She was my favorite. (SPOILER ALERT) She was the tribute from District two. She was going to kill Katniss and thresh Killed her but hitting her in the head with a rock.But it was a GREAT book Love it</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19DR0BXYJQWS0?ASIN=0439023521	Riveting from beginning to end!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was an intense psychological thriller..one of the best I have ever read.<br/><br/>There was never a moment that was boring, or made me think that I did not want to keep reading to the very end.<br/><br/>Loved, loved, loved the book, and want to begin the next asap!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIG5M5GHB9L60?ASIN=0439023521	Better than I expected.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">4stars.  I didn't get involved with this book initially thinking it was directed at a younger crowd.  Curiosity let me to.try it and now I'm hooked on the story of Katniss.  I enjoy characters who are multidimensional and stories that sho people's strengths and vulnerability.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUMJVH2ICKR34?ASIN=0439023521	A great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have to admit, I was a little reluctant to read it at first, from what I heard about it, it was about killing for entertainment, but it made you want to keep reading at the end of every chapter. It would always keep you on the edge of your seat, and is overall a great read.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BM5HMB1HFZ2B?ASIN=0439023521	EXCELLENT	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">THIS SERIES WAS BETTER THAN I EXPECTED AND I WISH I WOULD'VE PURCHASED IT SOONER-LOL. DON'T BE FOOLED BY THE TERRIBLE MOVIE ADDITION BECAUSE IT DOES NOT REPRESENT THE QUALITY OF THE BOOK AT ALL. I ENJOYED THE SERIES SO MUCH THAT I BOUGHT THEM FOR FRIENDS AND FAMILY AS GIFTS:)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RQQ05VLOY4H3?ASIN=0439023521	Engaging story line, great easy read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it! This book was hard to put down. It is very well written and flows just right. I was skeptical at first in reading it (kids killing kids...? really?) but glad I gave it a chance. Will definitely be reading the second book to this trilogy! Well done Suzanne Collins :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQHXNBP1JR6B9?ASIN=0439023521	LOVE IT!!!!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book is amazing!  there is always something happening, there is never a dull moment. if you are looking for an action packed book then you've  got it. i loved this  book so much that i read it at least 5 times. the book mixes action with romance and it  perfects the book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2O457ZBG664I9?ASIN=0439023521	This book is amazing!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I think this book is so amazing I kicked a chair because it had ended!!! I wish that the author of this book should make ten more books so the books would never end!!! Wish you would give me some advice because I am also a writer but not as good as the author of this book !!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R262RD26OPO3DT?ASIN=0439023521	Interesting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was an interesting and well written story.  Shows a glimpse of how a young person would feel if they were placed in a situation of kill or be killed.  No matter how you make the world in a fictional setting, there is always an emotional toll if you are any kind of human.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5NUUSHM5PARA?ASIN=0439023521	SLOW	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've tried to read this book twice and I can't get past the third chapter. Nothing really happens to grab your attention and I don't want to read on. I hear the book starts to get good once you get half way through the book but I can't keep interest in it to make it that far.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RO1W3DQTG8G2K?ASIN=0439023521	Good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I expected this book to be amazing since everyone was going crazy about it, but after reading it, it wasn't THAT great. i didn't really feel as though there was a crazy twist anywhere, but the plot itself is interesting. for a children's book/fun read, i'd give it a 5/5stars.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2V849JB962IBO?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">With the exception of the Harry Potter books, I normally don't like YA fiction, but this one surpasses them all! Unless you have a low gore tolerance or are not a fan of ""darker"" books, I honestly can't see how anyone could give this phenomenal series anything below 5 stars.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RP53ED1652FLX?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent read!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was thrilling from start to finish.  There was never a good stopping point as each chapter left you wanting to know what would happen next.  The only downside was that I devoured it too quickly and so I am trying to pace myself with the second book ""Catching Fire.""</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39SW9DTQI8A61?ASIN=0439023521	A quick read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I must be the only person in the world who hadn't heard of this series, and I finally caved and got the trilogy.  I had no idea what the books were even about -- and I devoured the first book in two days.<br/><br/>I found strong elements of ""The Running Man"" by Stephen King and ""The Lottery"" by Shirley Jackson, but I don't feel the book is a copy of either.  The book stands on its own merit.  Katniss and Peeta, the main characters, are fighting to stay alive in the annual Hunger Games, a ""game"" of survival by wits, weapons, and will.  Both main characters are richly developed, and even lesser characters who only appear in a few chapters are given their own importance and significance.<br/><br/>The ending leaves the reader in suspense and eager for the next book.  I can't wait to start it.  However, I was rather surprised the book was written for a teen audience.  A lot of kids in my son's third grade class are completely capable of reading on this level, and I think it might be too much for some of them.  I'd recommend a parent read the book first (hardly a chore for most!) and decide then if it's appropriate yet for your child.  Just my two cents, your mileage may vary.)<br/><br/>Excellent book, a completely departure-from-the-world book.  Highly recommended.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TJCMQYJJW7P1?ASIN=0439023521	Exciting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">At the beginning I wasn't sure if this book was for me. Within the first chapter I was hooked and couldn't put it down. This book is extremely well written and makes you feel as if you are living the life of the participants of the Hunger Games. Excellent and very enjoyable.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11KMJOY3P3NWZ?ASIN=0439023521	Loved It	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Aimed at teen readers, it's still well worth a read by adults.  This highly exaggerated tale of the genuinely inevitable consequences of Trickle Down, or Supply Side economics can be identified with by any member of the 99%.  Read the whole series, and I'm sure you'll agree.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YE5P1TTQCB0C?ASIN=0439023521	Interesting read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">While I did not like the theme of children killing children the book was suspenseful and very thought provoking. The book was well written. It was easy to visualize each chapter. Family, loyalty and society's class structure were themes which were interwoven within the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ENOODIUZ1FBV?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">At times this book reminded me of Clan of the Cavebear which is one of my all-time favorite books. katniss and Ayla have very similar thoughts and philosophies though Hunger Games was a faster and less technical read.  I look forward to reading the next books in this series.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13IUFDTJ4DDKC?ASIN=0439023521	Stunning	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's one of those books you can't put down!  I could easily find myself read this book again and still be as shock, scared and excited all over again. Just as I was finishing three last few pages I already bought the next one so I could keep reading.  5 arrow heads out of 5.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YEVZ6RUPAEDJ?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Clever concept, and the ingenious story line/background the author creates is probably one of the best I've read in years. Characters are well thought out and described so well you understand every feeling and action that transpires. Book is definitely better than the movie.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WFMB8WNCC493?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This novel is extraordinary. Anyone who thirst for adventure and love needs to read this book. Peeta makes the book come to life with his intense feelings for the girl who was on fire. Collins focuses on events and character more than scenery, buy somehow it works perfectly.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDCSBRS68U4N9?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed the book and would recommend it for anyone that likes suspense.  Very well written and it kept my interest. I couldn't put it down. When I finished I had to read the other two to find out how it ended. The only thing I didn't like was the fact it involved children.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16AOL7KKI89KT?ASIN=0439023521	Great novel even for the romantic!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book be was wonderful! I typically don't like books with a lot of violence but this book was magnificent. Even though I saw the movie before I read the book I still found myself enthralled by Collins writing. I cannot wait to read the remaining two books in the trilogy.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2U12LH6G78JHB?ASIN=0439023521	Best book I have ever read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have been drawn into this book and I highly recommend this book from ages 10-14! Every time it goes good there is a big twist ! Can Katniss survive the hunger games or will she die a gruesome death? can't wait to read the next hunger games book!<br/><br/>-=RandomHippie=-</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LF4SKAQDCE9Q?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games Was a Pleasant Surprise!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was a wonderful surprise I was prepared to read a ""young adult"" book, but I found it to be a fun read.  I liked it so much I immediately downloaded the trilogy to my kindle.  It wasn't the ""great american novel"" but it was entertaining and fun, I really enjoyed it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1D05DF0PDQBS5?ASIN=0439023521	A fantasy that keeps you spellbound	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed Suzanne's treatment of her story , and how impossible it was to determine what was next.  I was impossible for me to even come close to guessing how this 1st book was going to end.  Thank you Suzanne for maintaining my interest throughout your story.  RG Bud Phelps</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QRXF755UBZAX?ASIN=0439023521	Warning:  Can not lend it out to other kindle owners in the U.K.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am very happy with the kindle book, but not so much with the fact that I found I was unable to ""lend"" it out to my kindle friend who lives in the U.K.  Apparently, Amazon only allows the lending of ebooks to those who live in the United States?  Why would this be?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R128VNUY8187LK?ASIN=0439023521	Pleasantly surprised.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I avoided reading this during the hype when it first came out. I had contrived a negative opinion of the whole series without ever giving it a chance. Now that I've actually read the first book, I can say I'm pleasantly surprised and I look forward to reading Catching Fire.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37EREH6G9CT37?ASIN=0439023521	A Great Story With No Style	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie first and wanted to see if there was more to the story.  Didn't find find anything more because I couldn't finish the book.  Every sentence is constructed virtually the same as every other.  I found it extremely annoying.  Maybe others will feel differently.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37Z9I37X41X1O?ASIN=0439023521	Good book but it wasn't the kind of book that I like to readHachette juju mini text junk defect duty kin mom lo	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Duchenne f2f ghost it furtherg chef mining verses buggy defect junk by Vedder knight verdict uptight gaff Jimmy<br/><br/>polo get feed buggy junk mini buggy Vedder draw cry junk mini free dad aware baby mini grey dessert Thu Jun grey frEe seeds buggy mini Vedderhubby cave</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GL5B9ZQT0KV1?ASIN=0439023521	Did you get it?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you didn't understand the point of this book and the following two, take your blinders off. It shows just how much we couldn't survive without government, and people giving up power for luxury. Very smart story, wish the story was a bit less romance oriented. Five stars!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VBSQQQU98LZC?ASIN=0439023521	not bad	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought that this book wasn't all that bad. It kept me wanting to read it and there was action and excitement through out the book. I didn't really like the whole love story that the author tried to put on. but over all it wasn't that bad of a book. something new to read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3G3651R0VRLPJ?ASIN=0439023521	good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent YA series, my personal favorite of the trio. Suzanne Collins is describes a post-apocalyptic North America, her characters in the forefront are well developed and relatable. Fantastical in its plot but its not so extraordinary that it couldn't turn into a reality.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NPDAW10ENT84?ASIN=0439023521	A Must Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is so well written!  I did things backwards.  I saw the movie when it first came out and just now got around to reading the book but regardless of when I did it was so worth it!  There is so much depth to this story, the characters are multi-dimensional, no fluff here.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TULHYI6PO4IR?ASIN=0439023521	I was hesitant at first, but was quickly proven wrong.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was hesitate to read this book at first until someone finally convinced me to read it. I wish I would have discovered the series much sooner! It is very rare for a book to keep my attention. I had many late nights reading this book because it was so difficult to put down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XYQJHY43FG3E?ASIN=0439023521	Wow!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I know these books are popular but put off reading them for fear of getting caught up in the hype. I wish it wouldn't have taken do long! It has been a long time since I literally could not put a book down, but this did it for me. I'm eager to start the next one immediately</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SPRNBNKFX1W7?ASIN=0439023521	Surprising	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked that the book surprised me. I really was expecting it to be much more focused on a teenager romance, but it was much more then that. It's focused on issues that are current in our society. Why do we find the social differences absurd in a book, but not in real life?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RG6MFRFX0MB3H?ASIN=0439023521	what a terrific franchise	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've read all three now and they are all three quite riveting. none so much as the first, but as sequels go, this was a good one. it's time now to put Katniss Everdeen to bed and come up with another killer plot. read all three and read them in order for the fullest effect.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RU7HQ74VEWX0S?ASIN=0439023521	Intense rollercoaster ride!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">SO glad I read this before the movie came out! It's so much better, and SUPER intense. I would rate this 5 stars, but I guess the characters just weren't relatable enough. STILL, you should totally buy this book, especially if you're into books that you just can't put down!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVJT5S6IJ9BVQ?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games ride!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the first book by Suzanne Collins that I have read and I could not put it down.  The images that pop into your head as you read her words are as vivid as watching a movie.  The story is also a stunning picture of government tyrany as well.  All in all  a great read.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KPE72J37SWJR?ASIN=0439023521	One of the Best!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Even though most of the storyline has been shared (either through word of mouth or trailers of the movie), I still was spellbound by the read.  One of the best crafted stories in a while.  I am eagerly waiting to real the sequel, and it hasn't been leaked as much.  Love it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33K49CJV9BPXV?ASIN=0439023521	great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I totally recommend this book, it was great for me to read, I finished it in 3 days! It has a little bit of everything; suspense, romance, action, drama, etc.  It's easy to read and also has a very interesting theme,it made me think about our world today, and in the future.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2AX5YT0GS17ND?ASIN=0439023521	HUNGER GAMES TRILOGY	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I LOVED THIS BOOK SO MUCH THAT I ENDED UP ORDERING THE NEXT 2 IN THE TRILOGY. SORRY I HADN'T ORDERED AS A TRILOGY SINCE IT WOULD HAVE BEEN CHEAPER. THE SECOND IN THE TRILOGY WAS GOOD. I'M STILL READING THE THIRD BUT IT ISN'T HOLDING MY INTEREST AS WELL AS THE OTHER TWO DID.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQ8ZYWJ9HYIJL?ASIN=0439023521	should be on the best book list of the year!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i am just in the first few chapters of the hunger games and i just cannot put the book down. i thought it would be kind of dark for me but when i tried it it was soooo good. i want to see the movie! i really recommend it! im going to get the other two after i read this one!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKNPG9MV1C7OF?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome! Definately better than it's YA status	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Maybe not a classic in the making but a very palatable read. Action packed it keeps you on the edge of your seat right until the last moment. If you are reluctant because of all the hype don't come into it expecting a life changing experience and you won't be disappointed.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DPSANZQMSI36?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Again, I just could not put these books down,  and of course,  there is much more detail and leaving things to the imagination in the books than there are in the films. Yoiu could almost smell the coal dust and taste the bitterness of all of their despair.  Truly good read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20HXZ5YLVXSN7?ASIN=0439023521	Quite good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The first person narrative limited character development but overall a good story.  This also seems to excuse some illogical points that would have lead to this type of economic and political structure.  Flaws but not heinous and moving past them leaves an enjoyable novel.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R247E5IAM0PO0T?ASIN=0439023521	Unique	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Thought provoking how a society raises their children to accept death at the hands of other children, Suzanne Collins plunges the reader into a post war era complete with crime and punishment. Fast paced,action packed good adult fiction that kept me on the edge of my seat.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2B4EIUNTM9Z4V?ASIN=0439023521	pretty true to the book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am glad that I read the book first.  I was much more aware of the underlying significance of the events in the movie and the interplay between the characters.  It made the action in the movie more meaningful.  Not sure how I would have appreciated the movie if I had not.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GQBX455IDMM3?ASIN=0439023521	Better Than the Movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've seen the movie plenty of times and read the other two books, but must say after reading the first book that the book is better than the movie. The movie, at best, only gets the gist of the book but is so different it doesn't really even deserve to be called a summary.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31ESD9QTX70FC?ASIN=0439023521	Let the games begin	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My Aunt got me this book for my birthday and I loved it!  There's something about this book that keeps you coming back for more.  However, I think that you should be at lest twelve to read this book because there are some scenes that may be a bit too much for younger kids.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GD481D3MFQV9?ASIN=0439023521	Could not put this book down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I went from start to finish on this book in less than 24 hours. I simply could not put this book down. The story and the characters suck you in and make you feel like you are there with them. Very exciting and emotional book.  I can't wait to get started on the second one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ABC0LRWX2RGM?ASIN=0439023521	I loved this book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was an amazing read, I could barely put it down once I started!  It arrived quickly and in excellent condition, as all of my merchandise that I have ordered from Amazon has, and I was so excited that I ordered the next two books in the trilogy almost immediately.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13QNI3GRCJQOR?ASIN=0439023521	Good read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">pretty good read, i read it because my friends were pretty into it and i wanted to see what the fuss was all about. i didnt regret it ,read it going to Cali for my sisters wedding and i finished it on the plane ride back! i would def recommend it. too bad the movie sucked!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R281EI0YG0TL9N?ASIN=0439023521	Page turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I honestly did not believe that I would like this book geared towards teens/young adults.  However I could not put it down and read it in less than a day.  I would suggest getting all three if available, I did not and was frantically searching for the next two at midnight.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RU04YIHR4LKRD?ASIN=0439023521	Very entertaining book from the beginning	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie and wanted to see if the book was better. I wasn't disappointed. The movie did a great job, but the book gives you the inner thoughts of the main character that enriches the experience. The book grips you from the beginning so it makes it hard to let it go.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20O853X3V6TR7?ASIN=0439023521	excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was such a good read I didn't want to put it down.....sorry when it was over...it left me wanting more can't waith to read the next 2 books. It was very well written it captivated me from the start very emotionally charged and the author makes you love the characters.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ASV6TIU9W5DD?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was a little over-rated.  It was a very easy read more for teenagers than adults... As I assume it was written for.  If you just want a read without having to really think, you will enjoy this book.  Having said that I am going forward and reading the next book...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R355WRH12D8CU8?ASIN=0439023521	Senior opinion	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is reviewed as a ""young people"" novel. I am a senior who loves to read and I found it a great read.<br/>The characters will appeal to many generations of readers. I must read some more of this author, when I can find her books. Thank you to Library Reviewers for the tip.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8SO1GNMXCP5E?ASIN=0439023521	Believe the hype!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After hearing from so many people that I would love The Hunger Games, I was really expecting to be disappointed. As evident from my rating, I was not - Suzanne Collins seems to take from the best parts of the dystopian novels we grew up with (1984, Brave New World, The Giver), the history of gladiator games, the story of Romeo and Juliet, and this country's current obsession with reality TV, and blended them into a gripping and horrifying tale of power, survival, and the many kinds of relationships that develop throughout it all.<br/>I found I could relate to the main character's emotions and motives, and was ecstatic to find Katniss a complete person with thoughts and goals wholly unrelated to finding a man, a rarity for female characters. And though I could see a few things coming, most of the twists caught me completely off-guard and I found my hands shaking as I turned each page.<br/>I read this entire book while waiting for a delayed flight back home, and the story induced gasps and shudders in the bustling terminal, as well as giggles and tears in the crowded airplane, next to a girl who must have thought I was insane. It is by far one of the best books I have read in years, and I can't wait to get my hands on the next one.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KYETXYE935CA?ASIN=0439023521	I'd rather install Windows 10 than read this again....	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The definitive Death of science fiction for young people. Where are Andre Norton and Anne McCaffrey? Dead, I know, but are the Hunger Games, the Maze Runner and Divergent really worthy successors? Please tell me we haven't left 21st century science fiction to these hacks.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34TH3AT27QTOI?ASIN=0439023521	Another scheme for committing crimes against society	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">With so much senseless violence in the world today under the canopies of religion, organization, politics and other systems designed to control and influence people to do bad things, we don't need a book, no matter how well-written, to give us another scheme for violence.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNL75MYO9KW87?ASIN=0439023521	Fascinating Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the book. It filled in a lot from the movie. Knowing what Katniss was thinking help t make sense of somethings in the movie. The writing was great. Even after seeing the movie I found it hard to put the book down. I'm looking forward to reading the next two books.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1R2LA9IWK5TP8?ASIN=0439023521	Great Young Adult	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have to say, I wish there was a little more depth to the characters and that you felt like you had a more personal connection to them.  With that out of the way, what a genuinely unique and interesting concept.  it's like a bastardized version of the Olympics, isn't it?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24F6RLEL5KYR2?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is now my favorite book, its so good and I could barely put it down. I put amazing. because that's exactly what it was no further reasoning. I recommend this book to everyone,I truly believe that everyone will love it as much as I did.<br/>It's an amazing book!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NOXJTQ1HFPK6?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book and all of the books of the Hunger Games! I wish the film didn't loose so much of the importance of the symbolism and realistic possibilities. The characters are quite strong and the story is quite powerful. Catnis still confuses me, but I forgive her ;)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TM9DADDDP3HJ?ASIN=0439023521	I Read The The Book  After Watching The First Movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Book Was Awesome I was Glad that the book and the movie were very similar but I was upset they only had one kiss in the movie and ore in the book but whatever. Once I started reading the book i could not put it down so i definitely suggest that anyone gives it a read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11KXYISQ96SP8?ASIN=0439023521	Great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put my kindle down.  Great read!  I can't wait to finish the second book which I exchanged for this one in the Amazon Prime lending library!  And I can never read a book from beginning to end without a million things distracting me, so that is saying something.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R354U4LNNO6OQS?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Ganes	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">First of all, its about time a female was the hero. And she was not a sissy hero. I ahve read the other 2 books and am ambivelent about the 2nd book but the 3rd had me crying like a baby on the last 10 pages or so (don't want to spoil it, but watch for the cat at the end)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3P6JSUWBN4JG8?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome read, well written	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Ok, this was an extremely well written book, not overly done with detail but with enough to visualize what's happening. I found it fast paced and I didn't want to put it down. Only took me a few hours to read. The characters are well develpoed and its plot is exciting....</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R115QIXJCTYOBP?ASIN=0439023521	Entertaining read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this trilogy prior to, and now after the first movie release. I loved it both times I read it and will most likely read it many more times to come. Quick, easy read that keeps the reader's attention. Well developed characters and plot make for an entertaining read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SCQ6C14O6C5U?ASIN=0439023521	great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">First review I am writing. I was looking for a book I could engage in discussions with my 15 year old and ended up loving the book and purchasing the series. He hasn't read it yet, but I couldn't wait for him. It was fun and an easy read. A change from my normal readings.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RW08VD54HD7XW?ASIN=0439023521	Okay	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games was okay, I have read better and I have read worse.  I haven't seen the movie yet, but an curious as to how closely the movie is to the book.  I read a lot.  I am on my 28th book since Christmas 2011.  I will definitly read other books by Suzanne Collins.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BHFPWWYN3P01?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">it was so good! i loved it. im only 21years old and i liked it. it was sad but yet romantic.more  hunger games the bettter. my fience and i went out on a date but serectly i took the hunger games in my purse. how oh some tricks you should try it. hope you like the series.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21BI00OED1CJE?ASIN=0439023521	MUST READ!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">CANNOT RECOMMEND THIS BOOK MORE! Couldn't put it down till I read all three. Now that I'm done with them I've given them to my mother to read and have three other people waiting to read them after. Was SO bummed when I was done with them. Cannot wait to re-read them. 5*!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUACD5FEUXT3X?ASIN=0439023521	damn good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">if you have not read this full series yet, you need to.  MUCH BETTER THAN THE MOVIE...very addicting once you get past the first 20 pages of setup.  Very addicting...after you read the first book you are thirsty for the last two.  just buy all 3...save yourself the agony.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZTK5Q02IG7Y3?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I started this book not realizing how addictive it is!  The main character is interesting and engaging, and the storyline is intense.  I couldn't put it down, and wound up very tired at work the next day.  Great book - just make sure you're ready to pull an all-nighter!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLNGECKINS8ZS?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is definately one of the best books I have ever read! I could not put it down, it was full of suspense, amger, love and regretments! Definately a great book for any reader but especially anyone who wants to get lost in a world you will never forget! A must read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LLT6GE8DI6HN?ASIN=0439023521	Worth the read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed reading the book, practically couldn't put it down. I was good to read and understand the relationships and past experiences of the characters and the culture they live in. I could read it again and I can't say that about too many books that I have read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RR79QMCCW0651?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent story.  Brilliantly clever in concept.  The characters are realistic and bring their world alive.  The games are action packed with moments of sweetness that let you catch your breath.  While it is a filling read you will hunger for the next book in the series.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IS16Z360Z7CE?ASIN=0439023521	Visually perfect!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Written so well I could swear I was watching everything live.  Almost afraid to watch the movie for fear it won't meet my expectations but look forward to reading the other books.  Disturbing the violence is so ok for children's books but as an adult it was a great read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23S20UXHT3WRX?ASIN=0439023521	Addictive	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't think I would enjoy the dystopian genre. I saw the movie and enjoyed it so I gave the book a whirl. I fell in love. The book is so captivating and your are drawn in to what is going to happen next. I plowed through the trilogy in 5 days, that's how hooked I got!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15YDOQZC2DEDO?ASIN=0439023521	Very Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I watched the movie before I read the book and I liked the extra information from the book. I thought the plot was good and the book was easy to read! The only part I didn't like was the dogs in the end, I thought it was a little corny. I can't wait to read the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IDMIVNMDWJ2Z?ASIN=0439023521	Riviting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book, and the movie made of it, is very convincing and keeps you reading. The movie follow the book closer than most, and just reinforces the passion. I recommend this to anyone who is looking for a fast-paced action thriller. Hard to put down after you get started.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLYJVFBNW2C66?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm totally in love with this series. Parents beware of graphic content and make sure your child is mature enough to see the bigger picture in the books. It is not simply about kids killing other kids; it is about standing up for what you believe in, love, and sacrifice.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2T3MI1IQ1BCL4?ASIN=0439023521	It all started here.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A young girl, minding her own business and taking care of her family, now gets pushed into the intrigue of dealing with heartless and exploitive government that is totally heedless fo the needs of its people. And rises to levels of strength she didn't know she possessed.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CHC5X5EANYI3?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">From the beginning you can help but to be drawn into the story. The author writes in such a way that you feel that you are living among the pages of the novel. I recommend this book to anyone who loves a great heart tugging book.  The entire series is highly recommended.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RE02THC36OARK?ASIN=0439023521	Great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed the book. would have given it five stars if the ending were different. I'm not crazy about books (or movies) that don't finish the story by the end of the book. I am now reading the next book in the series to find out how it ends!!! Overall a great book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3W403DNXMCRKO?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is so cool if you liked the movie than you will deffently like the book  if you like action books than you will like it there are such weird names to  for example prim my kindle won't let me right the rest oh and start out with the first book and watch the movie first</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KCM935XZ8RSU?ASIN=0439023521	Different than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A lot different than the movie. But most books are. The closer I got to the end the more I started liking it. I like that it was a romance. There's a couple more books after this so surprised they killed everybody off. Anxious to see what the rest of the books are about.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SPY2KET036YE?ASIN=0439023521	WOW!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was so amazing i once read for five hours strait!<br/>Three words to describe this; romantic, thrilling, amazing.<br/>It was just so cool how Suzanne Collins described how peeta or katniss would give up their life for eachother just so that one or none can win. :D</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GIIQK4SESGWW?ASIN=0439023521	Lives up to the hype	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was worried about reading young adult lit after Harry Potter was over since what could possibly be as good?  Although this is different, it is a great book &amp; totally lives up to all of the hype.  Maybe for an older reader than the Potter books, adults will like it too.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R114NPS8ETD9CT?ASIN=0439023521	Good book as interesting as the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I       read this book after watching the movie. the smooth flow of the literature and the story is impressive. The writer did a great job in maintaining the romance and curiosity  in the arena. she left the reader wondering what will happen when when she will face Gale.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2URXNVYLHCT83?ASIN=0439023521	Really enjoyed	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I know a lot of people who highly recommended this book/series. I actually waited to get it until vacation so that I would have it to read while on the drive. I had the first one finished in about 10 hours, and that included non-reading time for naps, driving and dinner.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CYZKXFCNNQDH?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I can't stop reading it, I have read the first one and now half way through the second and am annoyed that I have to go to work as it is interrupting my reading though I have bought it to work and can't wait for my lunch break. I would highly recommend this whole series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AXG3TNPMHKIE?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good read.  Very stylized, excellent characters with an original array of storyline and situations.  Story moves along at a snappy pace and keeps you riveted and guessing what will happen next. Left me with a ""hunger"" to read what will happen next, chapter after chapter.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VVM21T2TN4DN?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book at a Great Price	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a very entertaining and enjoyable book at a great price. I highly recommend it.  After finish The Hunger Games I immediately bought the final 2 books.  In hindsight I wish I would have just bought the complete trilogy.<a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Hunger-Games-Trilogy/dp/B004XJRQUQ"">The Hunger Games Trilogy</a></span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1E6IKD552QD6R?ASIN=0439023521	once you start, no more turning back	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is one of a very few books that can hold my attention completely. Even out of the 3 books in the same trilogy, I like this one the best. The story is simple, but the ideas that is flowing thru out the book is always surprising. It is a very much recommended reading!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTYWF1XGVWLDG?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic - even though at first, I was very unsure	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I started this book on a sunday sitting out by the pool.  I really didnt feel like spending a lot of time figuring out what to read next, so I read the description and some reviews, and decided, why not?  Hit purchase, 10 seconds later I started reading.  I will say, that first day, I read for maybe an hour - lots of distractions at the pool, so I couldnt get too deep into it.  I thought the story started out a bit slowly, with a LOT of details about every little thing.  I read some more the following week, and got more intrigued.  I was at the point where I wasn't really loving the book, but I had to see what happened next.  I got pretty busy and put it down for a week or so.  Today, I picked it back up out at the pool, and read the final 3/4 of the book in 2 sittings.  I literally couldn't stop.  As I got further and further in, the more I not only needed to know what would happen next, but felt truly in Katniss's mind.  The characters are fantastic, and I felt like I was there in the arena with them.<br/><br/>This is not my typical genre of books, but I truly must thank Amazon, and the other readers, as I bought the book solely on the reviews and high ranking.  I finished the book at 3:15 in the morning, as I couldnt put it down, and purchased the second within minutes.  I can't wait for another pool day to sit and read the second in the series.<br/><br/>I really think this book was just a masterpiece.  As I said, it took me some time to really get into as it is not my typical genre, but all the sudden, I realized just how much I was enjoying it.  I would recommend this to EVERYONE.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPUCYWNL4B0EM?ASIN=0439023521	Such a great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So I had no idea what the heck was the big deal with this book everyone kept telling me to read it so I did right before the first movie came out and it hooked me I devoured it the night before I went to the movie and when I got home stArted book 2 this is a great story</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37N54KA8TTZ9W?ASIN=0439023521	Compelling But Did Not Like Story Premise	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I, personally, wasn't very fond of this book.  It was too dark, depressing and violent for me.  I do not care for the premise of the story--kids killing kids.  Aside from the violence, I'll give it this--the story was compelling and the author is a very talented writer.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KQ7U0K8I3FS8?ASIN=0439023521	ahhh-maze-ing!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I know I read this years after most everyone else, but I'm SO glad I finally did (before seeing the movie!).  The characters, the story, the writing, I couldn't put it down!  I haven't read anything so fast in years!  Read the whole trilogy in 10 days, it was THAT good!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RC5K2KIIS5IS?ASIN=0439023521	Good start	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is an interesting, new dystopia, joining a long and venerable tradition.  Fortunately, she also avoids many of the downfalls of others by giving us believable characters and the real psychological effects of this kind of violence and trauma.  I highly recommend it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1I2VB6RDRCYTO?ASIN=0439023521	An imperfect look into bitter possibilities	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's a generally well written, imaginative emotional piece of entertainment. I'm not sure I agree with the choice of target audience, but Collins begs an interesting question regarding just how different her dark little tale is from present reality across today's world.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RM67CDF6XDDK2?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games Triology Bk 1	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After seeing the movie I decided to read the book and was glad that I did.  It was a lot more detailed than the movie and filled in a lot of gaps left by the movie.  Not a stand alone book, you really need to read all three to get the full benefit.  Well worth the time.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2U2L9QM6RI9DA?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games book 1	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I work at a book store but still was skeptical about the fan fare this series garnered but I'm an Amazon Prime member so I used a ""free book"" and read it. Then I HAD to read the other two since I was addicted to the life of Katniss and her associated characters.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R262DZ5BH30BO3?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games; Best Book ever!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger games is an amazing novel by my pal,.Suzzane Collins. This is the best novel in the hunger games trilogy, in my opinion, by far.  Original is the best!! I recommend this book for preteens or older.  It has some violent scenes that may be intense for some readers.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYH1XAO6QF30E?ASIN=0439023521	Brilliant read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the movie so decided I should read the book, now, I am glad I did, read the entire series in two days and kept thinking, WHAT ARE WE DOING TO ONE ANOTHER?<br/>This is a brilliant dystopian series, one I would recommend all to read.<br/>Go Mockingjay!<br/>WaAr</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RL6D72EKPN3AV?ASIN=0439023521	Hauntingly poignant and tragic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hauntingly poignant and tragic, parts of it touched me and had me weeping. It completely drew me in and exceeded each and every expectation I had. I felt compelled to read it every spare minute I had until I found myself on the last page. Very well written in every way!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R123U5PO5ZMVM6?ASIN=0439023521	First book of this genre..	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the first book of this genre that I have ever read and I enjoyed it. As a commuter, it's ideal because you can read it quickly and it's quite exciting from beginning to end. It also nicely develops your anticipation for the sequel. I would recommend it for sure.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFLNX7ZTU4I5L?ASIN=0439023521	really depressing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very well written and Suzanne Collins is quite a story-teller.  However, I found the story very depressing, albeit morality-driven.  Could not go beyond the first 3 chapters in book 2.  I can only hope parents of teenagers read this series and explain to their children.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKNVTOF60DGA5?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved loved loved this book.  I bought it on audio so I could listen to it on a trip to my grandparents and found myself so involved in the book that I was yelling at various points for people to run away.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32L84JJ9UFFI6?ASIN=0439023521	Good diversion	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed this book.  Not great literature, but good light reading with an interesting character and a coherent plot.  More for YA, but I'm 60 and I enjoyed it as a break from more serious reading and study.  This is not the great dystopian novel, but a good diversion.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2P3R9F0FYGWMQ?ASIN=0439023521	Love this	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wanted to read this book after i saw the movie because the movie really didn't explain about why they do the games and why some people have more names in then others. Well i got my explanations and then some! I can't wait to read the next book and see the next movie.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9PRI5SKOMA57?ASIN=0439023521	a good read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Not a bad book at all. Very readable and entertaining.<br/>Mind you, a bit gory at times for the age group.<br/>Has a deeper message conveyed in it, and all in all much better than a lot of the muck that is suggested these days for teenagers.<br/>Highly recommended.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JIX47J3HK0JD?ASIN=0439023521	BEST BOOK EVER!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was the best book ever! I could barely put it down! I highly recommend this book to teens! It was a lot the violent at some parts but it also has a great love story twisted in to the story line! I love the whole story and would ver highly recommend this book!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26GP8UAJUJE82?ASIN=0439023521	Love, Love, Love It!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Have been recommending this series since before I finished the 1st book. Have also seen the movie &amp; found it to be terrible.....No character development, no background, nothing of the rich details of the book. This one kept me up late on work nights, but so worth it!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23TA7L988YSUF?ASIN=0439023521	Highly Recommended!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this book &amp; the series!  Its a pretty fast &amp; easy read that is hard to put down!  I'd highly recommend it!  For whatever reason, it was cheaper to buy all 3 books separate rather than as a set so keep that in mind if you plan on purchasing all of them.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXVCSG0WLKD75?ASIN=0439023521	Great books!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had heard of this series but didn't read it until my teenaged grandkids had read it and told me how good they were. I've read the series twice now and enjoy it just as much each time. I downloaded the books on my Kindle so I had them all with me when I was traveling.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RYOXBELO4JTP?ASIN=0439023521	Rivetting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">For the first time in a long time I couldn't put a book down and it felt good.  From the start of the story to the end I was completely immersed in this book.  I am a normally a very slow reader but I finished this book in 2 days.  I highly recommend reading this book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZLD6UI7DQM43?ASIN=0439023521	Addicting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">At first, the book seemed slow to catch my interest, but not even half way through I couldn't put it down. I think the only thing I don't like is that it's a three part series instead of one giant book that could continue reading. Can't wait to get started on the next!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2D2PDPLLU5MC1?ASIN=0439023521	Love love love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is excellent.  A very quick read that will leave you longing for more.  I bought this book and when I finished reading it had to immediately go and buy the second and third book in the series.  Only took me a week to read all three because they are that good.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RA0C4WBEZLKBV?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Absolutely loved this book, I went on to read the following 2 and was never disappointed! I then went to see the movie! And I loved that too!  Suzanne Collins is a great writer.  Hunger Games is full of action and was a excellent book, I will read any thing she writes!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5G182L7PWBY?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked the 3 book series a lot.<br/>After reading the first, I had to have the 2nd and 3rd immediately.<br/>Even though the premise of the story is absolutely horrifying, it<br/>still held my interest and I rooted for the main characters every<br/>step of the way.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMEQG593WPGJV?ASIN=0439023521	Great quick read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a brilliant quick read! Thoroughly enjoyable, bit of action to keep you intrigued and a few twists along the way. I'd recommend you give it a go, then you can rate or slate. It's a thumbs up from me and I have already downloaded the second book in the trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38NJBJK29OB9S?ASIN=0439023521	Da Boys' Hunger Games Review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">In ""The Hunger Games"" by Suzanne Collins tells the story of a brave girl from the seam in district 12, who already had trouble keeping her family going and putting food on the table, when she volunteers for the 74th hunger games so her little sister Prim, who was chosen at the reaping, would not have to fight in the arena. Katniss Everdeen not only has trouble finding who she is herself, but also has trouble finding out who the people close to her really are. In the arena Katniss does not only have to fight the other tributes, but she has to fight the arena along with them, having the arena always throwing new tricks her way and driving her towards the other tributes. Will Katniss make it out and back to her family or will ""the games"" take another victim?<br/><br/>We are a group of guys and girls and we are all sophmores in highschool. We read this book for a book club in our language class and all of us really enjoyed it and would give it 5 stars. We all like how it was fast-paced and there are very few dull moments throughout the book, and also how there were many climaxes and excitement that really keeps you reading and makes you never want to put it down. One thing we didn't enjoy about this book was that it did not explain how they got to the place they are living in now very well and would have liked to have a little more of a back story to get caught up on the times that the characters in the book are experiencing. We would recommend this book to anyone looking for an exciting book to read or just a good read because we really enjoyed it and think you will too.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5M66UVZEMVPY?ASIN=0439023521	first book of a GREAT trilogy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love the storyline, have read the series at least 5-6 times. It never loses the need to keep reading. The author did a fantastic job at writing this story and I'm interested to see what else she has done or what's next to come. Thought the movie could have been better</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VRGOQEKHQVWX?ASIN=0439023521	If you like action...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you like a plot with plenty of intense action you will enjoy this book.  The general outlines of the plot become apparent early on, but you never know for sure how the characters will survive the seemingly desperate situations in which they are constantly immersed.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1L68FOYPMH27?ASIN=0439023521	Enjoyable movie and inspiring	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the main character, Katniss.  She is a very strong young woman, who is tough as she is kind and compassionate and very lovable.  It's this character traits I think that make the movies other characters come alive.  This movie made me big Jennifer Lawrence fun.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AJC86IQC5VS2?ASIN=0439023521	Sucked me right in.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I very much enjoyed The Hunger Games.  Once I started I found it hard to put down.  I'm half way thru the second book of the series and still enjoying the story.  The Harry Potter series comes to mind: good characters, rated 'G', with a continuously interesting story.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GARY0WI030MD?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A quick and super entertaining book - every time I started reading it, I didn't want to put it down. Never understood what all the fuss was about until I read it for myself... Haven't seen the movie yet but recommended for both people who have seen it and who haven't.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QSLPIW71BE3J?ASIN=0439023521	I thought it'd be another Twilight...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">But this is honestly the best book in the teen category I've read.  The book has perfect character development, a thrilling plot, and perfect pacing.  I never understood the appeal of this series until I decided to read the book.  I honestly can't recommend it enough.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R298SW6A5E7JVE?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent book.  I'm always uncertain about the movie being made from a book especially when they don't follow the book throughout.  The book is always, by far, better than any movie pretending the book.  But I still love this book as with the other two in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27ZYNLGCNHM20?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is exhilarating. There is not much more to say about it. This book makes you care  about Katniss. Also about who she will end up with Gale, or peeta. In about 2 minutes I will be buying catching fire. Amazing book. Blows the  twilight saga out of the water..</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10JXDK5T9HSTV?ASIN=0439023521	Nice book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I like this book. I was so involved in the book that I was egarly waiting to know that how Katniss's  mother,sister and Gale will welcome her. Somehow due to next releases in the book series this part was not covered. Otherwise I would have given 5 stars to this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15C87MWW41RHU?ASIN=0439023521	Love Katniss	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book i thought it was great that there was a strong willed female lead charector for once.That isnt a whiny weak charactor. I think the development of the story between her a petta was amazing and i was read this book over and over again though the years.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26IY2S03G3LOJ?ASIN=0439023521	Must be read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best series I've read in 3 years. Couldn't put my Kindle down! So much food for thought so many questions as you read. Ask yourself, would you survive if this was your future? How much of the world's population would make it through? Broaden your horizons and read it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DL8FBZ0HQ0YB?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Nice to know that someone is writing fiction about a possibility. Can't wait to read no. 2 and 3 of the trilogy. I purchased the next two books but have never had them sent to my kindle. I wonder why. I can't wait to read them. Please send my paid for kindle editions.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9NQCR9LLCMX8?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not stop reading this book the moment I picked it up. It's a pretty easy read, geared for young adults, but that just helps it to flow better. I love the plot and the story is so compelling that I got annoyed every time I was interrupted. Highly recommended :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2A1GU52BVKQP7?ASIN=0439023521	Writing style isn't for me but...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed the story. I was skeptical for the first few pages because of the writing style but finished the book in three days...which is really quick for me. Also, I'm not one for sci-fi and was glad it didn't go too far. I hope they put the 2nd book on Kindle.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3B1WUHCJT3ZEG?ASIN=0439023521	4.5 Stars Rating for an Engaging YA Futuristic Adventure	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was surprised how  much I enjoyed The Hunger Games. Feeling skeptical after reading all the rave reviews, I found myself immediately engrossed in this harrowing post-apocalyptic tale. This book is very hard to put down and I read it in just a few sittings.<br/><br/>I felt sure the subject matter (children being forced to fight to the death) would put me off,  but found just the opposite due to  the author's brilliant writing. The pace is brisk, storyline well thought out and characters intriguing.<br/><br/>I am usually no fan of 1st person narrative but in this instance it added a freshness and immediacy to the tale.<br/><br/>The world building is adequate for the advancement of the plot.<br/><br/>I admired the choice of Katniss as our teenaged heroine. She's resourceful, an accomplished hunter and fiercely loyal to her sister and friend.  Her emotional armour is meant to protect her from all the hurt she's experienced in her short, horrible life.  I like that she's complex and yet confused about her thoughts and feelings.  You can't help wanting her to be the victor of the games.<br/><br/>A very compelling novel.  Well done, Ms. Collins, and I'll certainly continue with the remainder of the trilogy.<br/><br/>Nov. 16, 2011 - edited typo</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2EX66V7P4N07J?ASIN=0439023521	SHOWCASES THE BONDAGES OF SOCIETY, AND THE EVER PRESENT NEED TO CONTROL THE MASSES.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">IT IS DIFFICULT TO PLACE 12+ YEAR OLDS IN A RING TO KILL EACH OTHER, AND ROOT FOR THE BOOKS TO SUCCEED IN TELLING A STORY, BUT IT IS DONE WITH GRACE AND DIGNITY, AND A SHOWING OF FRIENDSHIP AND THE BONDAGES OF SOCIETY, AND THE EVER PRESENT NEED TO CONTROL THE MASSES.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3V2Q3ONQ6XE8X?ASIN=0439023521	Beautiful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm a nut for dystopian novels, and when I first heard of this, I was really iffy. I had to watch the movie first, and I fell in love. Recently, I downloaded and finished the book in two days. Not only is it wonderfully thrilling and suspenseful, it's very dystopian!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3U3KSHQSEJ8BN?ASIN=0439023521	Hi jnbnnhnn	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't know do my nose let gOo GDP growth of the hunger games quiver hunger games quiver hunger games quiver hunger games quiver hunger games Yahoo Google maps and shoes organized by the hunger games quiver hunger games quiver hunger games quiver hunger games quiver</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PKWHBE2TV0WI?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the first fiction book I've read for leisure in over 10 years. I was pleasantly surprised. The writing is excellent and compelling to continue the read.<br/><br/>As a pseudo-casual reader, I'm quite glad I made this book the choice to get back into reading.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RC4D1PSDE2OC4?ASIN=0439023521	Not my usual read...but I enjoyed it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After seeing and enjoying the movie, I decided to try reading the book.  It's not my usual type of book, but I did enjoy it.  It caught my interest right away and I finished reading it within a week.  I just bought the next book in the series and can't wait to start.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1W7MLKZNS223Y?ASIN=0439023521	A real page turner, great, great, great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This trilogy is wonderful and page-turner reading. I've read all 3 books and actually liked the first one the best. It's hard to imagine a world that would kill their young, but with human nature the way it is, almost anything is possible under the right  conditions.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IAJ8JL4RDOAE?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This Was A Good Book. lots Of Tears, Thrills, And Laughs. Reading The Second Of The Trilogy Now.  Hope It's As Good As This One. Haven't Seen The Movie But After Reading The Books I'm Not Sure I'll Want To, movies Are Usually A Disappointment If You've Read The Book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13X0OPS82P2Q4?ASIN=0439023521	A decent read...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was a really good example of what all of the teenage winner girls acted like twilight was. Definitely has more depth and character intricacy than the twilight series. I'm definitely going to continue on reading the rest of the trilogy. Great job ms Collins.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TEBJXHLEW99R?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was amazing. In fact I am re-reading the series as we speak. I have it on my kindle, so when i was done with the first one I was able to quickly download the second and third one and read them right away. I love my kindle and definitely suggest getting one.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1J9V7DASFBEUV?ASIN=0439023521	YA gold	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is young adult gold! It is the first in an addicting trilogoy. Very ineteresting and entertaining for adults and adolescents. Fill in all the blanks left by the movie. In fact you should probably read it before viewing the film but it doesn't really matter.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2M5GMMJO3P9NX?ASIN=0439023521	Gripping Story!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After seeing so much hype for this book I decided to give it a try. I was expecting to really hate it. It is not my usual type of read. The thought of children fighting to the death really disturbed me. As a mother, I thought this concept was completely wrong. Then I read the first chapter. I was completely hooked! Katniss is a young teen who is very strong and independent. She is a fantastic hunter who provides for her mother and younger sister, Prim. When Prim is chosen for The Hunger Games, Katniss steps forward to take her place. Prim is a delicate girl who would have not stood a chance at survival in the games. Katniss could not imagine life without her little sister so she takes her place. Katniss is whisked away along with Peeta, the baker's son to the Capitol to train and ultimately play the game, which is aired on tv much like our reality tv shows. I admired these kids for their bravery. There is a love triangle that seems to be unresolved at the end of this book but then we know there are two more books where I hope the love triangle will eventually be resolved. I appreciated that Katniss is a strong female lead character. The well-written plot is gripping but is also violent and brutal. One word of warning, make sure you have the time to read it because once the games begin you won't want to put the book down! Suzanne Collins does a great job describing postapocalyptic North America without weighing down the storyline. I look forward to reading the next two books in the series and see where the story goes. I highly recommend this book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BY7CG76U2N2F?ASIN=0439023521	Captivating!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Found it hard to put down until finally I just stayed up all night to finish! The way Collins writes you can't stop reading at a chapter break! She captures you and leads you right into the next. The characters are totally believable. I can't wait to start book two.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32JDWYMV6FYVQ?ASIN=0439023521	Good Start	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good book to start a series. I'm reminded of The Running Man with several twists. It exposes issues of power and our own blindness to how inhumane we truly can be. I am interested in seeing how it plays out, a people's revolution led by a woman torn between two men.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2AMG5FOLDLA01?ASIN=0439023521	Games review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Have heard so much about the movie, the book, that I really wasnt interested in reading it, thought it another twilight thing.  I was so wrong.  Even though the writing seems geared toward a teen audience, I could not put it down.  Great story with unexpected turns.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R362ZP7VNAJ989?ASIN=0439023521	Fills in what's missing in the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had already seen the movie before reading the book as a free loan on my Kindle, but the book filled in the details that I realized were lacking in the movie plot.  Definitely an entertaining and engaging read, and I've already borrowed the next book in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQT7UXCRRDL40?ASIN=0439023521	Clever story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I honestly didn't think this story would be worth my time. But then I found it on Amazon prime to borrow for free and thought why not. I'm glad I did. It's a very well thought out story and I can't wait until I can borrow the next one to see how the story continues!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Y60ZCCSH86E0?ASIN=0439023521	Great Series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the first of the Hunger Games series and this is the second time I've read it. It's suspenseful, well written, and the characters and plot are well developed throughout the books. You will want to read the second two as soon as you're done with the first. :)</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RINAVP2B5LXP2?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best book I have read in a while. It shows what we are all capable of to survive.  It also shows how we go along with what authorities demand of us, even if they are wrong. I also learned that having nothing is not always a bad think. Everyone should read this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVWR8UQVS2HKC?ASIN=0439023521	Non stop action	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">read it in three days and I rarely read books. Vivid description and the movie followed the book well. A story of how central governments actually function where the citizens are held hostage by fear all to serve the politicians needs to remain in power at any cost.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2H53EHF1G0X0A?ASIN=0439023521	I couldn't put the book down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What a wonderful tale of survival!  Peeta and Katniss, such great characters, Peeta so innocent and sweet, Katniss so wise beyond her years. The book takes you right there by their sides in the arena, heart thumping until the end! A must read for people of all ages!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIG63S9R6N7CN?ASIN=0439023521	You don't have to be young to enjoy this book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I started the book and couldn't quite get into it.  I'm not a sci-fi fan, so it stretched my imagination a bit too far.  After we saw the video and talked to my daughter-in-law, I resumed the book and ""feasted"" on it.  Ready to devour the rest of the series.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JLQVVXOS9HS0?ASIN=0439023521	A World Apart	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't usually like science fiction stories, but I liked this one.  It is well-written with excellent pacing and descriptions that enable you to picture a world that is (thankfully) so different from our own.  It draws you in and keeps you engaged to the last page.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLOO22VR66IKD?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't know what everyone was talking about when they were saying this book was so good until I bought it! I literally couldn't put it down! I started reading it on Sunday and finished it on Sunday and was mad at myself for not having the second book to read next!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CARWT3D6DQA?ASIN=0439023521	Nice writing.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Initially, I did not want to read this book. The storyline did not interest me.<br/><br/>Several friends recommended it so I bought the book. Turns out the book is very well written and captivated me. I read it in just a few days. Bottom line: the book is very entertaining.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R100Q1WTHMPMYL?ASIN=0439023521	Ensnared!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I simply adored this novel. I want to buy fifty copies and hand them out on the street to all lucky passerbyers. This is that special book that manages to snare you like a rabbit (haha read the book and you will understand) so buy it, love it, share it.  Peace out.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKOOEKQECMJWL?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent Character Driven Novel, Despite Odd Setting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is set in a post-apocalyptic United States where the country is divided into 12 districts and children are chosen by lot to fight to the death in a controlled environment by the ruling class.  Katniss is a sixteen year old girl whose father has been killed in a coal mining accident and her mother is a useless slug, so she hunts game to trade with others in her district for food and other amenities.  Katniss has a young beloved sister who is chosen to participate in the games, so Katniss takes her place.  This is the story of Katniss and her journey to the games; using the skills she learned hunting to try to survive the contest.  Along the way she subtly defies the rulers and puts her wits and courage to good use.  The novel is very character driven, and it's mostly Katniss driving the plot.  It is a very enjoyable and interesting novel and Katniss is a great character.<br/><br/>One of the drawbacks to this book, however, is the setting.  It would be good to know a little bit more about what happened to the United States and why we are seeing such a bizarre governmental set up.  Further, how many novels are based on throwing people into a kill or be killed arena for the pleasure of the ruling class?  It seems like a rather trite plotline, but the author at least puts it to good use.<br/><br/>Overall, this was an enjoyable and interesting novel, even though the setting was not that believable, even for a science fiction novel, at least not with more explanation. Even so, I will read the squeal to this novel, as the end clearly portends one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SRANJB8CMAHM?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book! I used to say that the hunger games stupid because I don't really like blood and gore that much. However I take that all back now. This probably one of the best books I've ever read. And I am happy to say that I am a full-fledged hunger games fan!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2B1S89002X76O?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book is great katniss inspires a lot of girls who have problems and I love the way this story was made and structured and just read the 1st book for the third time. In fact I've read all of them I hope there is another one of the books coming out<br/>-Rhiannon</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36IMG4190Q6HI?ASIN=0439023521	Great entertainment	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A super story that held my daughter and me both enthralled. I caught a couple of interesting grammatical errors and was surprised that an editor didn't catch them, but they didn't detract from the story line. Perfect reading material for 11+ year olds, even adults.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R245PQVVZINLLN?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Interesting dystopian world whose mirror image of our own culture--where children fight each other--can easily be found on many inner-city street corners. Read this with your kids and use it as a teaching space for moral imagination and thinking about the ""what if""</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RG7EZ6F07KTPV?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing Book!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was an amazing story because it held your interest throughout the whole story. Once I started the book, I kept wanting to finish it!! It can't wait to purchase the second book. The movie is great and captures the essence, but you HAVE to read the book!!!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19FU4WWFMA17M?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I watched the movie I wanted to know about the character so I decided to by the book. I am glad I did as I felt that I knew the characters better.  I had to read the whole series and I did. I loved the story and background of all the characters.  Well written.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2G4ZTXYME99LL?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I ordered this book as a suggestion from one of my friends.  Half-way through the book, I ordered the rest of the trilogy.  I enjoyed reading all three books and now have seen 2 out of 3 of the movies.  The movies were awesome but I suggest reading the books first.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MMNGLAIEUSSN?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't stop reading!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Honestly the best book I've read in awhile. I am already downloading book two. Suzanne Collins has a way of bringing you into the story and you don't want it to ever end. Can't wait to see what's in store for Katniss and Peeta in book two. This is a must must read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RT4UXO5A25AE2?ASIN=0439023521	just so good.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Better than the movie, which was excellent. Vivid writing and heartbreaking, harrowing, intense and fascinating storyline with characters who are deep and emotional and layered and real feeling, as if you know them or are them. Couldn't put it down, on to book two.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19T94BA8TGTS4?ASIN=0439023521	Rehash of the Most Dangerous Game	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The first book in the Hunger Game series.  It's a pretty simple story... take one of the oldest and most popular stories (The Most Dangerous Game), and update it.  Change the name of the characters and the story location... and boom!  You have an international hit!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VHABMT8UUSD6?ASIN=0439023521	Really good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I only bought this cause I wanted to see how close the movie was. Read the second and third part. Figured that I would read the first. Was surprised that the movie was just like the book. Hope the next movie is like the book, If so it will be better than the first.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HGSACQKO43HN?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't put the book down. Every time I'd have to stop reading, I'd spend the time until I had the chance to read again thinking about what was going to happen next.  My time not reading The Hunger Games was spent thinking about The Hunger Games. UNBELIEVABLE!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YGC2U5MXNQMX?ASIN=0439023521	The book ever in the world	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book i never thought peeta would have lived!! katniss was a huge help for him! i am already reading catching fire the second book!!!!!! and i love it!! the next series im going to read by suzzane collins is the greggor series i hope it is good!!!!!!!!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RB7LM93NG8DAS?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome Read!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great story really pulls you in so much you just have to get the other three books to see hoe the whole story ends. Would definately recommmend this book to anyone who is or isnt a big reader story pulls you in to the characters you feel as of your there with them.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13689YMIYE4SK?ASIN=0439023521	Great Trilogy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A wonderful read.  A unique and imaginative new world and culture have been created by the author.  It is very easy to get lost in the story.  Over the span of the three books, I thought the character development was thorough without being too verbose.  Great read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WM299C1TAEZI?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Captivating, exciting read.  I was immediately caught up in the story.  The characters were believable, and there are many emotions that are felt while reading this book.  I highly recommend this book.  I'm now into book three, and have a hard time putting it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R291PG88N8N9QY?ASIN=0439023521	Pretty good!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have not seen the movie, but I wanted to see what all the hubbub was about.  I did not set my expectations too high and was pleasantly surprised.  It's a fast paced book that keeps you interested and wanting more.  I would recommend the following 2 books as well.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SZK9JSZT5UOF?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games reviewed	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a different premise to start with.  for adult readers. remember this was written for much younger readers. Oddly its appeal is ranging to much older people.  I enjoyed the book and the movie. I recommend the book. I have not read any of the follow up books.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIJA42VZTEM0U?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for more Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was intriguing, captivating and made me want to not only read it on my travels to and from work but when I got home, so in essence I was done with the book in 4 days and onto Catching Fire which took me 4 days to read as well.  Now I'm reading Mockingjay.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QACXI5WI4EEU?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought this book was a amazing thrill of adventure and fighting. Nothing more i can say besides that i liked everything about it besides the fact that a lot of people died but that gives it character.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MBSRU5G8X86M?ASIN=0439023521	A great read for anyone that can handle brutality	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games captures your attention from the starts and draws you deeper and deeper the more chapters you read. Not only is this book about life and death, but it's about relationships, bonding, and survival. A great read for anyone that can handle brutality.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36NCCMDUXLZXV?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought this was such a cool story.  It was really interesting and kept me hooked the whole way through.  Even though it is fiction it feels real- real emotions.  It was exited and interesting.  Anyone who likes sci fi and is ok with a bit of gore would like it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XRQN4U7O4EFC?ASIN=0439023521	LOVE IT!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love how there is some romance in the midst of the action!!! This book was so good I could'nt put the book down!! This book is great for anyone looking for a exciting novel!!! If you have not bought a copy yet hurry so you do not miss out on a truly great novel!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HGCPKI1P8A4K?ASIN=0439023521	Very good sci fi reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't know if I have any other thing to add to what has already been said about the book.  Though if you only saw the movie, you are missing out a lot of things worth reading.  Suzanne Collins is a wonderful author and I would recommend any title written by her.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2T2580TT2AHR5?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The story was very well paced and written so clearly that you could understand all that was going on. I read this after I watched the movie...so glad I did, because the book, as in most cases, was much better than the movie. Looking forward to the remaining books!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TQ6DANKDJ8OG?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent reading for the age group that it was intended to entice.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed the Hunger Games a few years ago when I first read it.  My son is currently reading it on my Kindle, so when he puts it down I pick it up and read it again.  This is a wonderful adventure, but a different kind of story and in some ways a cautionary tale.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NLYQQ198FZC6?ASIN=0439023521	Beautiful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book makes you apart of the district's. Collins draws you into the games and makes you fall in love with the characters. if you're looking for a futuristic novel set in America that will make you question government as a whole, then this is the series for you</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GNESTOUHODJ1?ASIN=0439023521	It is an amazing book!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book grabs your attention from beginning to end. I loved that it always kept you guessing. This book also really makes you think about the future and how it can change us because when it comes to war there is always difficult choices to make for our survival.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VBQGE9PN7R36?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing read!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't know why I resisted reading this book so long. This is one of the best works of fiction I have read in a long time. The characters come alive as you go along. You feel like you can connect with their feelings. Amazing read, cannot wait to read the final 2.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R44AJGMX4E7W3?ASIN=0439023521	surprisingly entertaining	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wasn't expecting the book to pull me in. I unfortunately watched the movie before I ever read the book. I think if it had been the other way around I would have enjoyed the movie in a different light. This book was amazing and I cannot wait to read the next one!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QHLPST9DGXFN?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is fantastic. Every day when I read it it was  I was taken inside the world of  katniss evergreen and peers Millard. It was like thriller exiting things in every page !!!!!!!!!!!! : ) : ) : ) : ) : ) : ) : ) : ) : ) : )  : ): ) : ) : ): ) : ) : ) : ) :).</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23VFRWDD990EQ?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this book. I saw the movie first and them read the book. The book was really worth reading even after watching the movie. This was the first book I got to read for pleasure after college and I'm glad I chose it. This book can be enjoyed by anyone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FQL9YGUVI6B5?ASIN=0439023521	Better than I expected!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I can't believe how much I enjoyed this book!!!  I couldn't put it down.  It's ironic, because I didn't really like the movie that much.  There was just too much hype.  Now I'm going to have to watch the movie again.  The author's ideas were really easy to follow.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYU2OVVTLZDEO?ASIN=0439023521	Good fast read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie before reading the book, and I wasn't disappointed either. I picked up the book the next day and couldn't put it down! It was a good fast read that kept me wanting more! Once I finished I picked up Catching Fire (the next book) within five minutes.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NXF2PW6DLBXM?ASIN=0439023521	Book 1	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I can't believe that I read this book in 2 days.  It totally kept me on the edge of my seat and I just couldn't wait to see what happened next. I saw the movie after reading this book and thought that it was pretty good considering the movie is usually a let down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10H9B5R9324PH?ASIN=0439023521	Sometime you have to do a reread!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I first read this book it was just to get to the end, then I did a reread so that I could understand the book.  A good read and the movie was really close, better than that mess they made of the vampires. Recommend to anyone who can get through the violence .</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R151UR2KL796S?ASIN=0439023521	Must Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the film and I have to say that I saw the film first. However, as can be expected, the book delivers so much more. You really understand the conflict in each of the characters. The plot is intense and very descriptive. Finished this book in about two days!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3H6YAG15PR8WM?ASIN=0439023521	Love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the Hunger Games series, and my 15 yo<br/>daughter did as well.<br/>It has a great story line that stays true and<br/>doesn't wonder off as sometimes they do.<br/><br/>If you enjoyed books like Enders Game,<br/>you'll like this as well.<br/><br/>C.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LCNHD6RYP3OQ?ASIN=0439023521	Always surprises at every corner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This. Is not my usual type of book I read but I was reading it with my granddaughter and I just couldn't put it down. I can't wait until my granddaughter finishes it so we can talk about it. I'm already at the half point of ten second book and enjoying this one to</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKQGHTLD7RD57?ASIN=0439023521	Captivating	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't ever read for enjoyment so my girlfriend recommended I start by reading the Hunger Game Trilogy after we watched the movie &amp; I bought my 1st Kindle. I Couldn't put it down! Right after I finished reading the 1st book I immediately wanted to start the next.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1H9Z9I9GLADWE?ASIN=0439023521	meh... A book, even from a trilogy, really needs to stand its own ground	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The first third of this book took a very long time to get into, the middle third was awesome, but the last third was stretching so hard to give you a taste of book two, it really was distracting from the heart of the characters.  still a decent enough book though.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RZNS24CLK6W6?ASIN=0439023521	Katniss' Point of View	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed the fact that the story was told completely from Katniss' point of view.  It made the story a very personal one.  While the ending became fairly predictable I did compel me to read the next two books.  In total the trilogy was an easy, entertaining read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3N0F31453H0A5?ASIN=0439023521	awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow this book is sooo cool I like never put it  down and I am reading Catching Fire AGAIN!!!!! I can't help it. Suzanne Collins really did it up! Soooooooooooo AWESOME! I hate that I had to borrow it for free from prime. :( Suzanne Collins you are so awesome!!!!!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2M1JSBL28YBXT?ASIN=0439023521	Perfect book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Nice story. This book has the power to hold the reader as to want to read more and more.<br/><br/>When I started to read it, I could not even imagine what was going to happen and I loved the way the author is describing all the things regarding The Hunger Games.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QJDIJENRHXXH?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book; couldn't put it down.  Read it in one day.  Awesome.  Planning to read Catching Fire and Mockingjay.  My daughter read it and so did my sister.  We all loved it.  I highly recommend you read this book before you see the movie.  It all makes more sense.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RM3EFA56WF9NS?ASIN=0439023521	loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is not the normal genre I would read, but I asked a friend what all the hype was about.  She told me a little about the book and I thought I would give it a try.  I couldn't put it down.  I just bought the 2nd book for my kindle and can't wait to dive into it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BVHZEYYYRDLR?ASIN=0439023521	The HAPPY hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great happy book about killing people. I personally think Katniss was bad at fighting and a big time scaredecat of other competitors like she only killed 1 person. But still I think you should read this book. I think this is a very great and happy book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TWR8RM66J41X?ASIN=0439023521	An easy, fast read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was an easy read; no superfluous jargon. I suggest watching the movie, then reading the book, as that will make everything come together. Besides that, this follows in the same vein as 1984 and Brave New World. If you're a fan of those you'll like this.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3W152VXTMP8AP?ASIN=0439023521	Completely original. Loved it.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love how original this book is. It its wonderfully written and a overall excellent story. I've read it four times and every time it blows me away. Katniss Everdeen is the perfect heroine. I don't think I'll ever be able to get enough of this book or the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14TQ89JMNN3E1?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book so much.  If our were to be in the hunger games<br/><br/> I would probably be the victor  I would hunt. I would go into the woods, then wait until the rest of the tributes were gone then I would go get weapons and what I would need to survive.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3A6ETT65L653C?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great story. Better than the movie (which is usually the case) I read all three books in the series in four days. Two days later started over again! Can't believe this is a kids book. Loved getting to know the characters and I love that they are all a bit flawed.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UQMN4YE0HLCR?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is hard find a BOOK that has a unique aspect of adventure and creativity that is easy on the eyes and not overtly intellectually intense. This book met my criteria and I could not/would not put until, sadly, the BOOK was done and over. I was left wanting more.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSUS3ML8FFKK6?ASIN=0439023521	Apocalyptic thrill-ride!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This much-hyped book actually lives up to its billing.  It is a fast-paced, action-packed, and thoroughly gripping read from start to finish, and yet also displays a surprising amount of philosophical and emotional depth.  A good read for a wide range of readers.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BRHB0NI704A1?ASIN=0439023521	Omg you guys!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved loved loved this book. I wanted to read the book before seeing the movie and now I'm not sure I still want to see the movie. I have such a clear vision of the atmosphere, the mood that I think will be ruined by someone else's interpretation. On to book two!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1E06VLUWOB84J?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the film	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">On the whole I enjoyed the book. Where then film failed to inspire and draw you in, the book did the opposite. It brought colour and flavour to the characters and I found myself drawn into the world of the arena. I look forward to reading the rest of the trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1V0GG3PAV2VFS?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Originally I was hesitant to pick up The Hunger Games as do not usually enjoy reading this genre; however, now I understand why it has been a best seller!  I found the book to be suspenseful, action-packed, and appealing to the emotions.  I could not put it down.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22P0V6AX20W1F?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games trilogy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Book one was very enjoyable and exciting.  However I felt it was aimed at a younger age group (I'm 80). Also I thought the author could have written it all into a single book.  But, that's just an old man's thinking.  Overal I'd say it was fun and escape reading.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31JL0H4B2E1CS?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was hesitant to read these books because it says for ""7th grade and up,"" and I thought ""How much could I enjoy them?"" I am blown away by how brutal and intense these books are! Very unexpected! There is so much action and so many twists and turns! A must read!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RJR1YDQHR5IQ?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the,movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The books are almost always better than the movies right ,but this book it is,nothing like the movie it is more detailed more oriented more romantic,novel like.<br/>I would recommend this to ages10+ or anyone who loves breath -taking books with romantic twists.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R226DW26A34EGY?ASIN=0439023521	Best.book.ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I LOVE the hunger games! This is one of the best books I have ever read!!! Suzanne Collins book is a masterpiece. I have already read caching fire and mockingjay but the hunger games is my favorite one of the three this is without a doubt a must read book!!!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPRC9IIZNS5UJ?ASIN=0439023521	uhhhh	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent book! Even better than the movie! The theme was disturbing at first, but as I got into it further, I could feel the emotions and value of life placed on each other by the people in the districts. When I finished, I couldn't wait to order the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZIYA4TSCX9TP?ASIN=0439023521	This first was is great.  The next two are like someone projectile vomited onto the pages.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This first book is really well done.  The story, the characters, the descriptions of the city are great.  The next two books, however, fall far from praise.  I would recommend this first book to anyone.  I would only recommend the next two to my enemies.  Sorry.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PDUFALBE5MRS?ASIN=0439023521	Addicting and Inventive	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suxanne Collins's creation is the perfect combination of everything. Adventure, love, drama, danger, and sacrifice. You immediately connect with Katniss despite the fictitious world. It's a stellar opening novel for a series that will capture the hearts of many.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HPSPTJKH5B9D?ASIN=0439023521	so much better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is a rollercoster it is a adventurous, romantic, and depressing in one book. This book is so much more different from the movie because Peeta gets a robotic leg and so many other thing and how the dogs are the other tributes it's just a super good book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WSCH3K8ZA3LS?ASIN=0439023521	Wow	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of the most intriguing and thought provoking novels  I have read in sometime.<br/>The characters she created were amazing and true to life.  Wanted to see the movie, but had to read the book first<br/>That led to the reading of the other two in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RH3GH0F6WS2AK?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The description is amazing it makes you want to cry laugh and sing all at once it has romance and adventure and you can see through the eyes of a scavenger looking to stay alive! I highly recommend this book I know  it is long but trust me it's no doubt worth it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AKP7KBYTXLX3?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I will admit that I saw the movie first but my friend says that I should read the book as well. This book was more brutal but really great. I will continue reading the rest of the books before the next films come out so I can go in knowing what others won't. Lol</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYWL5L7Y14TR4?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this in a day. It caught me the first chapter and I was hooked ever since. I have yet to see the movie and it was actually my main motivation of reading the book first. Now off to the movie when I know it couldn't be as good as the text. A very good read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4NGVUCK6RPIT?ASIN=0439023521	Fascinating	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The story,the characters,the world they inhabit was so well developed.  I really enjoy a book that transports me into the storytellers world and this book did just.  I was hooked from the beginning until the last sentence.  Look forward to reading the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BMXAKQXQW8CF?ASIN=0439023521	An Amazing Adventure	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm not one who reads much, but this book has completely changed that. I couldn't put it down. I finished the book in just two days, and just purchased ""Catching Fire"".  I can't wait for the next adventure to begin! Let the odds forever be in your favor.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UBXCGGJ76IAU?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read, couldn't put it down.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Despite the age group targeted by this book, I was hooked immediately and unable to leave it down. If I wasn't reading it I was thinking about it. Once I finished the first I was straight back to Amazon for the next 2 copies which I tore through in several days.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OUGI6B21AMN6?ASIN=0439023521	A Fitting Begining....	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Those some may find the elegant and superbly written setups tedious, I believe the author is simply brilliant. Few people ever, let alone living, accomplish the exquisite level of descriptive prose presented here. A fitting begining indeed, to a momentous story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21PDIBEBB5TI2?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I seen the movie &amp; then read the 2nd, 3rd book. So i wanted to read the first book.I think the book is very exciting.I read it every chance i had until i finished the book.Im going to read the 2nd &amp; 3rd over again.  I would recommend this book to all my friends.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TNXIGWZ4YVGD?ASIN=0439023521	HUNGRY for more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Absolutely loved it! Not sure why I waited so long to read what everyone else was already in love with. Even if you're not an avid reading fan, you can pick up this book start reading and not want to put it down. Great read and can't wait to start Catching Fire!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YA5I46T43Y12?ASIN=0439023521	Could'nt put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love this book! Even if I had already seen the movie, the book was so much more detailed, and explained a lot of things about the characters and the society of that world... Is written in such a way that I definitely couldn't put it down! I totally recommend it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WX4L1YY87WSJ?ASIN=0439023521	Nice read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I started reading this with a hefty amount of skepticism.  After reading the first few pages i was hooked.  A compelling and unique storyline along with nice character development made it hard to put down.  I now will be compelled to read the rest of the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R359517TV5LEJ5?ASIN=0439023521	I enjoyed this book, no memorable lines though	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this book and it made me want to read the next book in the series.  If there is a flaw, it is that there are no memorable lines.  It is easy reading and she doesn't write anything that makes me stop and think... wow, what a way to describe this.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3C3NMO1CP997W?ASIN=0439023521	Good enough to become a movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was one of the surprise books for me when I read it.  Most of the time when you have a female heroin she ends up just making friends on her adventure that do everything for her.  Think Wizard of Oz.  This was a nice change from that and excellently written.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GXJP4Q974GP?ASIN=0439023521	Entertaining	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This series is what I like to call an ""Escape Read""!<br/>Not the usual type of book that I read but, it was recommended by a coworker.  They are fast reads for sure.  I thought they were very entertaining!  The end was awesome!  Didn't see it coming at all!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TLAWZA9H9J8T?ASIN=0439023521	A real page turner!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved the way the author kept you in suspense. I didn't want to put it down. It is somewhat disturbing that communities enjoy people killing each other as a form of entertainment. I hope those attending the movie are enjoying the love story and not the killings.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WQE6M5Q5V0GU?ASIN=0439023521	Good... but boreing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">PLEASE do not hate on me for this review... I liked the idea however it is kind of an easy read for the intended age group and it gets boring reading about a girl hiding in trees and caves for a week or so. In other words, kinda lacking in the action department.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1189V73274PEV?ASIN=0439023521	Derivative but readable	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">For the young, not yet exposed to many similarly themed books and movies, this can be engaging fare. It will be interesting to see the rest of the trilogy and whether the victors can come to grips with the cost of victory and the society that sponsors the games.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RC4O9CC4I20NQ?ASIN=0439023521	Gripping, Absolutely Magnificent!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was gripping - I couldn't put it down! The drama was perfectly stored and unleashed at the perfect time. The plot was understandable and I absolutely adored not only the characters, but the conflict, too. I hope you'll enjoy this book when you read it!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3G5NCEW6FGFS8?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book...couldn't put it down!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WGHH7NRF9EOV?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fast delivery, product as expected</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BA1Q5DI1V1ZI?ASIN=0439023521	Addicting!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Super-easy read (not shocking given that it's written for those half my age), but the story is absolutely addicting. I tore through this one in days (and then finished books 2 &amp; 3 in 3 days combined).</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14HNWFVQ1CIOE?ASIN=0439023521	Great summer read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed reading Hunger Games. The story flows and is quite compelling. I love Katniss Everdeen's wit &amp; stealth. I have completed this book and have moved to the 2nd is this series. The story line contains acts of violence. I purchased this book via my tablet.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1J51IAWPLT0S0?ASIN=0439023521	Sceptical at first.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had heard of these books before but had no desire no read them. I watched the movie one night on amazon prime an  loved it! The boom is far better than the movie. The movie leaves out a lot of great details that add to the story. I cent said to star book two.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WY63KGPSTE9I?ASIN=0439023521	Best dystopian novel	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is definitely the best book I've ever read, it has a great hook at the end of each chapter and is so descriptive! Although it is a very good book it is also violent and I suggest that more mature people should read it. The Hunger Games is a must-read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21VZX1D9ZGZ0D?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read a lot, especially fantasy/mystery/horror, and I think this was the fastest I've read a book in years. Once you get into the story, you won't want to put it down until it's finished. And then you'll want to buy the next two books in the series right away!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33CFXISGE1Y25?ASIN=0439023521	Captivating	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very entertaining and pretty well written.  Don't worry if you've already seen the movie, there are a lot of details in here that the movie wasn't able to cover and I almost preferred reading the book to seeing the movie (although the movie was pretty good too)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30QVL5M3E062V?ASIN=0439023521	Great!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">For the second time in the past few months, this book has surprised me again! It captured the beauty in the woods and a desperate attempt for a young girl to survive so the can return to her poor family to support them once again! Great book to read for anyone!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJYQKUDB0ML93?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent reading for both young adults and adults	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is very well written.  I saw the movie first (usually I do the opposite) and then read the book.  It has a cohesive, exciting story with lots of action, some horror, and even a touch of romance.  I can't wait to read the next two books in this series!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10QGXQ5OEO26I?ASIN=0439023521	Great book & series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The content is violent, but not graphic. I wouldn't let small children read it, but after much nagging, I let my 11 year old. It is a great book and, even though I'm a slow reader, I finished it in two sittings. As always, the book is way better than the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15QWFFUYGCIOH?ASIN=0439023521	Better than I thought	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't want to read this book because I thought it was mire for a teenage crowd. My daughter Brittany, who is 15, said ""Dad you have to read it. I know you'll get into it"". And yes I did get into it. Great story. I can't wait to start the second book tonight.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MHGVZIKQ1GEI?ASIN=0439023521	Captivating	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">You must read this book!  The movie in no way did this story justice, but I have found that to be the case with every book I read either before or after the movie was released.  Am on ""Catching Fire"" now and on to ""Mockingjay.""  Fantastic story in so many ways.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R336YRHS7PLTCN?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">""Great read! Tons of excitement and twists!"". I loved all three books in the Hunger Games trilogy. Great read! Tons of excitement and unexpected twists! Great for teens and adult readers. I wanted to read the book before seeing the movie and I am so glad I did!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QHTPJAZ3UOLW?ASIN=0439023521	If you want a teenager script read it if not buy the movie ticket	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Highly disappointed about the quality of this manuscript. Poor as hell. Dont loose yor money buying it. Just go to your favorite cinema. As simple as that. Have you heard the sentence ""the book is better than the film""? well this is 100% against that statement.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1159GRMXAEZZ8?ASIN=0439023521	Loved It	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I havn't read a book in a few years. I chose this book because I liked the movies, and once I started reading it I found myself reading every spare minute I had. At times it was an emotional read. I've never felt so connected while reading. A truly great book.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10K0SBI7DM9PV?ASIN=0439023521	Purely amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is purely amazing. The way the author captures the story makes you feel as though you are part of the story. You can feel every emotion that is conveyed. Worth the read and cannot wait to watch the movie again now that I understand more of the story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3D31YUVB2BBK8?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is about Katniss a girl living in district 12. When her sister, Prim is entered in the hunger games she takes her place. Katniss now must survive the brutal hunger games. will she survive or will she die trying to succeed? Read this book to find out!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2669CRLAT6VWY?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This story has you from chapter one. I usually read a book before seeing the movie, but this time, I'm glad that I didn't.  I wouldn't have enjoyed the movie as much because the book is so much better! I look forward to many short nights because of the sequel!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RO1PMUI2BZ72P?ASIN=0439023521	Literally couldn't put it down.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Watched the movie first, decided to go ahead and buy the book. Loved it! most of the book is exactly like the movie. there are parts of course that are different like stuff outside the arena is made up and the ending is different but all in all a great read!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KJDYQB9TJ3AP?ASIN=0439023521	fantastic!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is one of my very favorite books that I have read. It keeps you intrigued and eager to keep reading no matter how late it is! A lot of sleep was lost while reading this book. It was well written as well as amazingly suspenseful and entertaining. Good job!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GWRBLG3QJN6Z?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book! All I could think about during my classes.today's  I just wanted to read more<br/> I couldn't wait to get home. A book you don't want to put down. May Suzanne Collins odd be in her favor that I will read the other two books of this trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12USUKMOTHND4?ASIN=0439023521	First book in a series of three!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I would recommend this book to anyone.  It certainly had lots of action and was a fast paced read.  I am looking<br/>forward to the next two books in the series.<br/><br/>This is the first Suzanne Collins's book I have read.  I would read more of her books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SPUXEX28IPN7?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of my favorite books.  Katniss is a strong female lead who you will begin to care about a great deal.  The action is fast paced, and it has the perfect amount of romance.  Although parts are predictable, the end was unforeseen.  Much better than the movie!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZU4HD246UG2K?ASIN=0439023521	Exciting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Even after seeing the movie the book was worth reading. It allowed for a more intimate understanding for the characters that was not protrayed during the movie. The ending leaves you wanting more; wanting to know what is in store upon returning to District 12.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34217AYCUN7X7?ASIN=0439023521	Reading Heaven	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I haven't found a good book in about three months and this has got me going! I was sucked into this book from the second chapter. It intertwines all of my favorite things to read. I would recommend this to everyone. Too bad everyone I know has already read it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9DDHIQCRP3UU?ASIN=0439023521	Very interesting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book in like two days. It was so good that I hurried up and read the other two books and then went into book withdrawl.  It was so well written that I felt like I was living the experience.  The movie was excellent too, but books are always better.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3H1C9J79C8DOE?ASIN=0439023521	Loved  it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">.This book was interesting from the start.  This is just the type of book<br/>I love to read, you don't want to put it down and think about it when<br/>you aren't reading it.  After seeing the movie I can tell you the book is<br/>100% better than the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PELYIMLD9GLV?ASIN=0439023521	Best book I've read in years	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a seriously wonderful book.  Well-written, exciting, and emotional, I finished this book literally breathless.  I cared deeply about the characters and their struggles, and couldn't wait to get more.  I highly recommend the entire Hunger Games trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UBVXFNS1G3UP?ASIN=0439023521	Audiobook is good. Story is good for teenagers; so-so for adults	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I probably would have enjoyed it more if I were a teenager.<br/>Teenagers would love this book!<br/><br/>I haven't seen the movie, although I'd like to.<br/><br/>Although I don't regret having listened to the audiobook, I'm not interested in the sequels.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XB5J66JYD277?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This would be my second time reading the book.  I would highly recommend it to a lot of people.  I felt the romance real or not throughout the whole book... I loved it!  I felt that i was in the scenes throughout  the book and feel like I know the characters.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15FACQOQQ5XB3?ASIN=0439023521	Suzanne Collins wrote a Bk that was so much better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins wrote a Bk that was so much better than the movie, they cut so much out that they didn't hv to that for anyone whom didn't read the Bk yet has really missed out. Please go grab ur copies of all the Books and c what you hv really missed out on.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYLC1DNDQRCIE?ASIN=0439023521	really fun reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I waited a long time before I broke down and dug into the Hunger Games trilogy. Collins writes with a compelling energy, giving enough character development to keep the characters meaningful, while mostly focusing on the dystopian vision of a world gone awry.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JPIE4UHHJSKR?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever invented!!!/5 stars definitely	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It had so much action and love. The main character in this book is amazing! She is a brave teenager who fights in the Hunger Games. She volunteers for her sister, Primrose Everdeen. She fights in the Hunger Games..... What happens next? Buy this amazing book!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Z2YFNML7I8RD?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read! I couldn't put it down. Katniss &amp; Peeta are wonderful as the main characters. Book is filled with action &amp; adventure. Very imaginative. Would highly recommend this book to anyone ages 10 to adult. Might be a little too graphic for younger readers.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVA2OML0LSCNC?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome. There is an intensity alive in the book that came across in the movie but not quite as powerful. So much more is explained, and you just can't help but feel for every one of the characters. I laughed, I cried, I couldn't wait to start the second one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RU408PXP8G4F9?ASIN=0439023521	This book is a must for everybody	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Not only did it entertain me, (I read it in three days, I promess you will fly through it) but it shows all of the problems in our society in a very possible future.<br/>If a book can open my eyes the way The hunger games did, it deserves a five star rating.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RE4R1Y79XAD3?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved every bit of this book! its so descriptive that I could picture every scene in my head!! I didn't want to put the book down once I started!! which kind of sucked because I finished it fast, however, I can't wait to start the next book in the series!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QA2OXJVN3ZFG?ASIN=0439023521	Great!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was expecting this book- which I paid 12 cents for-to show signs of being used and abused. It was in perfect condition. It was almost a shame to tear it up like I did- I only bought it for craft project. I was so impressed I will continue to buy from them!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQIT0GTRFVDHG?ASIN=0439023521	great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book even for younger kids, shows that people shouldn't get what they want, can't control you. The Hunger Games shows how much of the world is really there, how evil things are. ""Evil is a war that must be fought, but can never be won.""<br/><br/>  -AD</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYBFRVHX1666Q?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the best book ever both me and my daughter read it and she is obsessed with the series including Catching Fire and Mockingjay. Can't wait for Catching Fire and Mockingjay movies!! Did you know that Mockingjay is going to be 2 movies? ;)!!!! Can't wait</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FWLAMSP28UNQ?ASIN=0439023521	A thriller from the start.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I chose this rating because from the beginning to end I stayed on the edge of my seat. It's a mix of romance, tragedy and thriller. The only thing I didn't like is the big predictable thing is that Katniss will win the Games. Other then that I loved the book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUN8ACDN7FCOF?ASIN=0439023521	Great!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When they were about to eat the berries I was like oh my! How will the other two go! Then when peeta was told she was lying just makes me want to read the next one! Great job hope the second and third are just as good with drama action and a blurry love story</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGF9YWIARMR74?ASIN=0439023521	Very good book!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I want sure if I would like this but my friend recommended it to me.....I really enjoyed it!! I have read it 18 times through and will continue to read it...I recommend it to anyone who likes an action sorry with a little love story twist incorporated within.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25RVWON2B2EA6?ASIN=0439023521	Good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What's not to like about this book? It's one of the best-plotted books I've ever read, with intricate detail and page-turning action. I can see why it's such a cultural phenomenon. I haven't seen the movie yet but can't wait to. Definitely recommend the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZCY3BH5B2LX?ASIN=0439023521	AWESOME	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I chose 5 stars because this book is amazing, I would recommend it to people who love action and romance books after I read the hunger games I was hooked a then started reading the whole series,  I love the twist of romance in it.The whole series is wonderful</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZAZT7ST4AA0D?ASIN=0439023521	What Type of person The Hunger Games is good for	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I think that the hunger games is good for any one especially if you read the whole series. These books are amazing and remember do not skip any parts,chapters,and especially the books because if you do you won't get anything about it :( So yay Hunger Games!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22O1FCJGAFNLO?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games reawakened my love of writing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">These books are so well written and so hard to put down. I read the whole series in a few days and am now enjoying the audiobooks with my boyfriend. The movie was a giant disappointment, definitely read the books first. They are much deeper and say much more.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HTFNREPP8A54?ASIN=0439023521	Love for the Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've read the trilogy twice now and I love it! It's a story I want to go on and on and on. Well-written and entertaining. It takes me away from my day and into another world where Good prevails in the end. It's kind of billed as a ""teen"" story, but I love it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FG4NIU1DQRTU?ASIN=0439023521	IN Love	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is amazing!! Fell in love and couldn't wait to read the next one. It is an exciting story that I found myself completely absorbed in!!! Everyone should read this, it is an adventure you can't put down. I loved the movie too, love Jennifer Lawrence!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RAE8S6OKK0LA?ASIN=0439023521	Geat read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this book.  I wasn't sure if I would like it, but I had a hard time putting it down.  I am reading the second book in this series and I'm just as compelled. I'm glad that I read the book, because the movie left quite a bit of information out.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3F2DWQF977V09?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games (Book 1)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Short enough to consume over the Easter weekend. Thoroughly enjoyed the escape to the future and the stark contrasts between the Capitol and The Zones. Interesting array of characters and relationships. As soon as I finished book 1, I downloaded the next two!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21WJIEO58V0ZN?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Basically, as the movie is out now, when you get this book you know exactly what you are purchasing. Except that it is much better than the movie. With more details, a little bit more raw, and an easy to read prose, I would say this book is just a page turner</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LJHFRKC9FHO8?ASIN=0439023521	I Can't Stop Talking About This Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have to say I was leery when I picked up this book. In my defense YA fiction has become tiring of late. You can go into the section in any Barnes &amp; Nobel and it's basically vampires on one side, werewolves on the other (thank you Stephanie Meyer). But this book isn't anything like what's on the shelves right now. All I can say is: Wow.<br/><br/> There are some plot flaws but you don't even notice them because you're so wrapped up in the story. The characters are all great and well written, especially the heroine Katniss. She isn't a damsel in distress and I bet she'd punch me for even suggesting that she could be. She's smart, resourceful, caring, and, most of all, a survivor. You really root for her and for Peeta who is so kind that you can't help but love him. None of the characters are caricatures which is really an accomplishment. The reactions are realistic and the suspense is almost non-stop. The plot is original and there is just the right amount of description so you can imagine the gore of the games but it doesn't sicken you.<br/><br/> I read this book for the first time almost two months ago and I'm still raving about it. It's just fantastic.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15DY9DLPXO41D?ASIN=0439023521	interesting Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Interesting concept, children fighting children to punish for the sins of the parents, except the parents are long gone and still the games continue.  This is a book about power and control, a corrupt government ruling with an iron fist.  Well worth reading.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R75MDN1UMWS5H?ASIN=0439023521	Good book, but parents buying it for their kids should be aware of how violent it is	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good book, very original.  Parents buying it for their kids should be aware that it's very violent.<br/>I'm surprised a book this incredibly violent is promoted to children and teens, but I guess that in today's world, nothing is out of bounds for violence.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16HP40G7C6TM5?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book very much!!! It is very detailed and since I saw the movie before reading the book I saw every scene happening in my head. It was just like seeing the movie all over again. I recommended this book to just anyone who take the time to read it.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R285BH6XDD1AP9?ASIN=0439023521	Impressionable	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow! Loved the suspense. My heart would pound just as if I were Katniss fighting for her life in the arena while I read this awesome book. Had I known how much I would like the book, I would have read it years ago. A must read! Cannot wait to start part 2...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCFN3YBF81AOJ?ASIN=0439023521	reviewing The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My favorite part of the book was when the mutts showed up as the dead tributes<br/>I only gave it 3 stars because I was really upset about Rue and the fact that Peeta kept getting stabbed by Cato<br/>I'd recommend this book to any one really HATES Twilight</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FD83FAA4KYWO?ASIN=0439023521	Great start	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My better half turned me on to this trilogy. A well written book with a tight futuristic story line that appeals to more than teenagers and young adults.  Told in first person, the protagonist comes to life from the opening pages and we cheer her on. 03-2012</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21AHK5WBGIEHB?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent book. I do wish I had read the book prior to watching the movie. The movie images polluted my visualizations. That said, the movie was pretty true to the book as the author worked with the producers. Looking forward to reading the next two books :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IQJZE79613ZN?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this read. I have a problem trying to find the sequels on Amazon though. It's as if your company does not have the rights to them and you are inundated with books ABOUT the books, references, crap about everything but the two actual sequels.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Z1F6W9QQHGEG?ASIN=0439023521	Better than I thought!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I actually saw the movie first...it follows very closely to the book. Of course the book is better because it has the details that acting cannot portray. I think the concept of the whole thing is pretty messed up but it's still a great book. Onto the next :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39RGJHJFM3L1O?ASIN=0439023521	One of The Greatest	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The first time I read the hunger games, it was very hard to read. So much death. And every single time I read through Rue's death, or watch it in the movie, I cry. But this book is so well written, I can't stop the myself from reading it over and over again.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJMQ3L3SQSPX5?ASIN=0439023521	Intriguing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have never read a book like this before and I was not able  to put it down. It was a page turner and I couldn't wait to see what happened next and all my predictions were not correct so it also kept me interested. Also what an emotional roller coaster.....</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OOLGV7XFVGHJ?ASIN=0439023521	Great read.  Worthy of all the hype and praise	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was hesitant about this one after all the hype, but unlike other over advertised books for this audience, this one was very well written.  The characters are compelling and the pacing of the plot makes it difficult to put down.  Eager to read the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Z8ANR24UHH5N?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I put off reading this book for a while because I thought the subject matter was a bit strange. While on vacation someone had the book and convinced me to read it.  I did and really enjoyed it.  I immediately recommended it to my husband who also enjoyed it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Q9ZZUWUFYXR0?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book as part of a book club. It was an awesome book. Kept me on the edge of my seat. Very intense. Went to see the movie with the book club and that was just as great. I was eager to read the next book. Which we are now reading for the book club.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2C051YT0QUBSC?ASIN=0439023521	Lives Up to the Reviews	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I finally got the chance to read The Hunger Games and I have to say that I agree with the majority of reviewers. The book is an excellent read. It is very fast-paced, at times very vrutal, and engaging throughout. I would recommend this book to most readers.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R218268E41CDCG?ASIN=0439023521	Best Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is honestly the best book I have ever read. I think it is a must have for ages 12+. This book has everything. It has humor,adventure,survival, and much more. For four dollars that is excellent. If you are thinking about gett g this don't think just do!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39EL0KCG7GS7L?ASIN=0439023521	Best Book Ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked this book because it was adventurous and romantic too. I think the book is better than the movie because it's very descriptive and you know a lot about what's going on, in the movie you don't know that much of what's going on. I recommend this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28PI3SEEWMFYG?ASIN=0439023521	A must read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent. Can not put down. I was glad that I was able to read each book after the other.  It would have been difficult to wait for the next book.  All the books are action packed and vividly written. The movie follows very closely to the books thankfully.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GQCT2V01VWNO?ASIN=0439023521	Heartwarming and thrilling	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins is one the best authors I have ever seen! 5 stars is the truth. There was lots of fighting together for survival and the chance to win the national Hunger Games. I suggest this book to preteens to adults. And ""May the odds be in your favor"".</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R357DSP7KLKT5X?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This story has enough twists and turns to keep you reading on and even being disappointed when you finish the book because you really want to know what happens next. The imagery is superb.  I'm starting the next book as soon as I finish writing this review.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BXIZ1I31MXK1?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book, to begin the Hunger Games series. The book was well-written, never failing to catch your attention...and urges to keep going for more. The suspense was so so, the action was great. The movie does not does the book justice; as it usually happens.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RLYCQLOJF22M?ASIN=0439023521	Exciting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Such a great start to such an amazing series. I've recommended this book to so many people that I've lost count. This book doesn't shy away from the fact that the future looks very bleak indeed. It is well written and the characters are very well drawn out.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KRR6HZFOIR5E?ASIN=0439023521	I can read this book over and over.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was hesitant to start reading this book after Stephanie Meyers said that it was one of her favorites, however with the urging of a friend, I picked it up and finished it within a day. It is a quick read with a deep meaning. Perfect for any kind of reader.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2X2HO652D49QH?ASIN=0439023521	great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I like how Suzanne Collins writes. She adds a little bit of humor here and there. Her ideas are clear and not confusing. I enjoyed the plot and fell for her characters. Could hardly put the book down. I can't wait to read the other two books in the trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18ACHMHJ69BKS?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie then read the book. There was, as with any book made into the movie, much more detail but what I was not expecting was just how much more graphic the book was and it caught me off guard. But this added to your disdain towards the antagonists</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TPM0ZUKBVPAA?ASIN=0439023521	This is a good series !	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had already seen the movie when I read the book. I liked the movie so I wanted to know what was going to happen next. I was afraid of being bored because I knew the story but I wasn't bored at all reading it. I like the setting, the caracters, the plot...</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3N4CPOLW0H92P?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Books are generally better than the movies, but these were close.  The few details that were different and the insight into the thinking of the characters that you get from the book are well worth taking the time to read the book.  It's a quick read anyway.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NQT4OU409LQY?ASIN=0439023521	Wow it got me!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book grabbed my interest from the first chapter and never let me go.  Wonderfully written and in a way that lets you know the characters and makes you relate with them. I was told that I reminded a person who read this of the main character wow I do...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DSGX7LLUP23F?ASIN=0439023521	A good book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Despite the violence... this was on  of the best book  I have ever read. The writing of it is very good. It made me feel as though I was in the area a myself. It also makes you think... what if this could happen in the far  off future. One of the best yet:)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1J0JGSOH01M2E?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful !	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book pulled me in and kept me interested to the last page. I love the characters and was even choked up in more than one part with a feeling of almost being there. This book was recommended to me and I would definitely recommend it to others. Loved it!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24QMFNV3M0AM?ASIN=0439023521	Very good read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I actually read this after watching the movie and, as always, the book is much much better! The writing is very detailed, very descriptive! You can actually feel what the characters are feeling. I'm really looking forward to the second one!! Two thumbs up!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JY4HK5AXMBTW?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The whole trilogy is absolutely thrilling. I read all three books with in a week because I just couldn't put the book down. You are always needing to know more. I feel these books were well written, and you shouldn't just watch the movie, READ THE BOOKS!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TU30DTZ5M888?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I found The Hunger Games very hard to put down once I started reading it. I am happy I didn't see the movie beforehand because I am sure it would have spoiled what was to come.  Now, I will be going on to the second in the trilogy as I am ""hungry"" for more.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NQDYQENP2RIW?ASIN=0439023521	I love a love triangle	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this book from beginning to end. The story was able to capture you in a different time where people weren't as fortunate as they are today. It also gets you caught up in a love triangle that makes it impossible not to pick up the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJDQMAMXQ7RO2?ASIN=0439023521	A real page turner!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger Games is very easy to follow and each chapter brings it's own surprises, which really adds to the overall experience. I'm delighted the book cam in to my radar via the Kindle store. I look forward to watching the movie after finishing the first book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R285Z90JEP1XJ1?ASIN=0439023521	Favorite book of all time!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Honesly i dont know why your reading this review. you know you want to buy this book. im sure you have heard how amazing it is a hundred times.<br/>so just go back buy the book and have fun reading it if your anything like me you wont want to put it down!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32DMLC0DYH2E5?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is the best start to a series of books that took me three days to read. They never let you down and keep going. The Hunger Games starts off a little slow but picks up quickly and then you don't want to put it down. Guilty pleasure for sure.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3S4MOAJODOAUP?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book is well written and everything in the story just fits. Even though it is set in a world that is not like ours, the events never strike as improbable. Good build up of characters. It makes you feel intensely for those living under war circumstances.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUG08PMTUMB8I?ASIN=0439023521	A great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wanted to read this book after seeing a preview for the movie. I was intrigued by the idea behind the story. My friend lent me her book and I couldn't put it down. I read all three of the books within four days. All of them are quite the page turners. :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VPEWHOL3BYZ5?ASIN=0439023521	A great read and fascinating page turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is my second time reading this book, and I couldn't put it down again. It's a great, exciting suspenseful read for all audiences. The characters chemistry with one another is amazing. I highly recommend this book for all who want to start this series.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2N54P4NIG3UHN?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games is love, Hunger Games is life.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">At first it started off rather boring for me. I don't like reading in person, but I turned out loving it! Suzanne Collins used her time wisely about word choice etc. This is a lot better than the movie because of how much effort Suzanne put into this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6XQ955WRBVL?ASIN=0439023521	Absolutely fantastic. Katniss is a true bad ass who shows ...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">At first I passed on reading this book. The discretion seemed too morbid for me. After some encouragement from a friend I gave in and read it. Absolutely fantastic. Katniss is a true bad ass who shows what it takes to survive and protect the ones you love.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BCJLW4ZJAVP8?ASIN=0439023521	Unexplainably Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was very hesitant in reading this book and those to follow. I have heard so much about them, but they never seemed like my kind of books. I am now saddened that it did take me so long to read such an amazing book, but grateful that I finally did read it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SVQBMZ9TCUCK?ASIN=0439023521	Love this story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I watched the movie first and love this story very much!<br/>Fully understand why Katniss won the game finally when I read this book. I love Peeta so much!!! She just want to survive at the beginning, but cannot leave without Peeta at the end of the game~</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RD6ZOXSJQCW85?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great book. It makes you think about our own government and how powerful and controlling it is getting. Never give up our guns. It is our only way to protect our right of freedom. I would recommend for everyone in our country to read this series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTUAN2JGD7WO3?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Engrossing, powerful, engaging.  I loved the author's depiction of the growing entanglement of Katniss' feelings--from living in survival mode in her home town to the confusing and overwhelming realization that that life was but a shadow of things to come.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20IV06JQURRU3?ASIN=0439023521	BEST BOOK EVER!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is very interesting and very different then the movie. The book has more detail and has humour!! I love Katniss and Peers and I also love Katniss and Gale but I have to say I'm team Peeta!!!!!!! LOVE THIS BOOK CAN'T WAIT TO READ THE NEXT ONE !!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUJD0E1KOY6U2?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've already watched the movie so I was unsure whether the book would keep my interest. I'm so glad I did. There is so much more detail and it actually makes the movie better! I'm definitely going to read the rest of the series then watch the movie again!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CD3JHWPLG1TZ?ASIN=0439023521	I LOVE THIS TRILOGY!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved every minute of this book and couldn't wait to start on the next book. I literally had to make myself put the book down to get other things done. I read the whole trilogy in less than 3 weeks, which is fast for me being a stay at home mom of twins.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18EBAPXD6F3QX?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book so I can't wait until I read the next one<br/><br/>I love this book.<br/><br/>What I don't like about this book is that it kinda upsets my stomach but I get through it.<br/><br/>I can't wait for the next one in the series!!!!!!!!! :)</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VKLLMW8TNKUV?ASIN=0439023521	Unexpected	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This story was completely different than what I thought it would be. I loved the story between Peers and Kitness, how he truly loves her and she thought he knew it was for show. Now I can watch the movie and hopefully it's just as good. Then, on to book 2.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUOJBUXEL5C2S?ASIN=0439023521	A huge page turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After the movie came out all my friends and family who had read the book encouraged me to read it. So I picked  it up and read it in a matter of two days. Now on to the next! I will say the movie does not do it justice  and would suggest anyone to read it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9WHVAZ6DZAAI?ASIN=0439023521	Review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Heard a lot about the book so I decided to check it out. I thought the book did a great job covering the game itself but I wish I knew more about Panem and it's origins, leaders, etc. I would recommend this book to anyone looking for a good adventure read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FABBD1190EFW?ASIN=0439023521	This is the greatest book ever written.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book is awesome it has perfect, character descriptions, plots, a good summary and all that other book stuff so i really think that anyone in the mood for a good book should read this AMAZING book.<br/>Its probily the best book i`v read in 2012!!!!!!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2F299IJNL4V07?ASIN=0439023521	A must read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this at school after a friend got me hooked. I read this book in a few hours and it was completely worth it. I got my whole family to read it and they all loved it. I would recommend this book to anyone with a sense for violence and love. Team Gale!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXDH40E7JFJ1W?ASIN=0439023521	LOVE, Love. love	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book!  As a teacher I chose to read it with my 7th &amp; 8th grade literature class.  Best decision ever!  They LOVED it!  Even the boys.  It's very difficult to find a book that appeals to a whole class of middle schoolers, but this was the book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMKPXN9JZ78J5?ASIN=0439023521	One of the best books I have read... ever!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wonderful character development. I got so attached to the story of Katniss Everdeen, I wanted her to win badly. It was like I was one of the viewers of the Hunger Games in Panem city. A good read for people who love realistic books with a touch of fantasy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHC51BGQMBDQ?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have to say that I was amazed with these series of books and I am hook on them.  I will defenitely recommend them and they can be enjoyed by young adults as well as adults.  I just love them and could not wait to purchase the following one in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NC5GW7RZ80XE?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great book. Once I started to read it I couldn't put it down. I finished it the after a day of reading, and then quickly moved on to the other books in the series. After reading the book, I understand why there was the hype surrounding the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2W0LA8CERDPIS?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games Book 1	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very well written book. I couldn't put it down. A love story entwinded in the struggles of a society. A lot of detail in the book which gave me my own impressions of what the characters and setting look like. Not sure if I want to see the movie now or not.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38ASBEK76SZ6K?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I purchased all 3 books in this trilogy for a friend, but had to return the items due to carrier issues. Amazon took the best care of me. They have great customer service!!! I also read the trilogy, and they are all quick reads. I got sucked in right away.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4DBWBV1CWOU4?ASIN=0439023521	Breathtakingly savage...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hungar Games is one of those rare reads that allows you to forget yourself entirely and fully immerse yourself in the story. It took me a page or two to lock in to the POV but once I did I fell in love with the immediacy of Collin's prose. The story unfolds quickly and the reader is caught up in the whirlwind of the plot in much the same way that Katniss is; there were times that I actually felt my pulse quicken and more than once I put it down afraid to go on, only to pick it right back up again because I had to know. The characters were wonderfully written and multi-dementional, discribed in a way that allowed me to see and to know them. Katniss herself is a fantastic breath of fresh air so unlike a lot of the weak or watered down heroines I have often seen in YA books. While the story is brutal and violent this is not over-done and there is still a stark beauty to the story as we watch the good and the bad of humanity unfold. Collins takes an impossible situation and not only makes it plausible but she also allows her characters to respond and evolve in a natural way. This was an incredible story that was equally well told.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2L27H9KX02JCU?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent start to an amazing series.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This series has some of my favorite covers that I have ever seen. They are so symbolic and they all fit well together.<br/><br/>I will start off by saying, if you have not read this series, WHY NOT? I adore how fearless Suzanne Collins is in her writing and she takes these books to places I never thought they would go. I believe Katniss is a really positive role model for our youth and genuinely a real character. She is opinionated, stubborn, a survivor and confused. These characteristics just add to the ability to view her as a tangible, real person.<br/><br/>I would classify The Hunger Games (and the whole series) as a must read for lovers of Young Adult or dystopian novels. You do not have to be a teenager to fall in love with this book.<br/><br/>I am absolutely 100% looking forward to the movie. I am nervous about it, but mainly excited. My suggestion would be (if you're one of the 10 people who haven't read this) to read this before, but not too close, to the movie. Re-reading this made me really want to check out Battle Royale by Koushun Takami for the first time. I have heard nothing but good things about it and the stories are fairly similar.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WJRBQ9C206KT?ASIN=0439023521	Incredible!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have put off reading this book for quite awhile, for one I don't really do series books and didn't want to get stuck in a series. What usually happens is the first book is incredible,then they make 3-4 more books that are so-so. I am a firm believer that series books are way to drawn out, and wind up boring me. But, this book was amazing, and I should have never waited as long as I did to read this book. I couldn't put this book down, I was finding every excuse to take five mins. away to get to the next page. The book was filled with non stop action, not to mention the characters were all very likeable. Without seeing the pictures of the characters that are portrayed in the movies, I had my own belief on exactly what they looked like. I also hate love triangles, I find they are quick to ruin books. You fall in love with the one character and then they are getting to the character you hate. I like both guys, they both have loveable characters and for two totally different reasons. I can see why she's falling for both of them. I am anxious to see what the next book is like, and i'm hoping my theory on series is not going to come true. I can't imagine this author disapointing me, this book was so well written and just got my attention right from the begining..  Do not prolong any time on reading this book, it's amazing and trust me when I say this is a page turner you will not be able to put down. Two days with a few hours of sleep just to see what happens.. Now on to next one!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32SQWEMOOL1H3?ASIN=0439023521	if you're not a reader you will be.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had to read this book for a class in high school and btw, I'm not the type of person to read. But anyways the first few pages that I read I was like ""Wow I actually like this and it's only like the fourth page in!""<br/>Would highly recommend!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RJ8MQJ4KYW9L?ASIN=0439023521	FANTASTIC!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins has done spectacular in The Hunger Games!I  could barely put the book down. It moves along nicely, so no part are too slow-paced. This is a great book for children and adults alike. I am looking forward for the next book, Catching Fire. ;)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33FK9IIC3LD?ASIN=0439023521	These books are great and horrible at the same time	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">These books are great and horrible at the same time.  I was surprised to find out they were youth books because the subject matter is so rough (poor kids being chosen to fight to the death for rich peoples entertainment) I enjoyed them and so did my kids.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WA6QQNUEBTD9?ASIN=0439023521	Beautiful Story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After reading the story from someone else's  book, I fell in love with the characters, the story and the hidden political message. I had to have my own collection.<br/>This book is satisfactory for the price and condition in which it was sold. Thank you.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XP6NF0ESO3EH?ASIN=0439023521	hunger  games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">very gripping its very hard to put it down but their is a lot of violence so i would recommend this book for 5 grader and above so have fun reading this book it also has some foul language but i give this book 5 stars bcause its so gripping  and have fun!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OZDB4L2Q9YZD?ASIN=0439023521	Item did not come in condition stated	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I ordered this book in assurance that it was in Good condition. But when I received it, there was no cover at all, and the book itself was highly faded. Sent it back and will reorder another time in hopes that it comes with a cover, like it claims it did.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1I81GQJSCH12F?ASIN=0439023521	Heartwarming And Beautiful Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I first started to read this book, I thought it was boring. But than I gave it a chance, and I finished it in about 4 weeks! This book warmed my heart so much that I had to lie down! I recommend this book for all readers!!! P.S: It has some nudity ;)</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3179TASRI4HE3?ASIN=0439023521	the hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">the first time I read these three books I sprinted through them and didn't really pause to feel all the intricacies and nuances the author was accurately displaying.My second reading has been much slower and more deliberate an  therefore more enjoyable...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R137GKUIO9H12L?ASIN=0439023521	Captivating Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">While the vocabulary and sentence style clearly indicates that this was written for the teenage audience, the story easily wins over adults with its fast paced suspense.  Anyone who enjoys futuristic novels will devour this book.  It was hard to put down!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCLLEZL77EAY4?ASIN=0439023521	A page Turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">From the first sentence you are imported into district 12. Each line draws you closer to the main character Katniss living her struggles, sharing her fears, and feeling her hunger. I loved every minute of it and couldn't stop reading until the final page.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMAPMU5S66XTE?ASIN=0439023521	Great page turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was a great story, kept me reading well after I needed to be somewhere else! I read it after watching the movie and really enjoyed the extra detail that the movie didn't have time for, especially the relationship between the two main characters.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LKLY10BPT73D?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is going to leave you hanging onto every last word- you won't be able to put it down! I can't wait to immediately begin reading book number two! Suzanne Collins really did a spectacular job. Katniss and Peeta's relationship has me over the moon!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YI9CBZMBRG03?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the best book I've ever read. It was action packed and never got boring! I read this book in two days because I could never find a spot to stop. The book ended on a total cliffhanger, so I'm going to buy the next one. I highly recommend this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3085EOKJ7A0IB?ASIN=0439023521	Surprisingly wonderful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Didn't really know what to expect when I decided to really this book. Truth be told, I ha  just received my kindle for Christmas AN  unwanted to really  something on it. I read the entire book in on  sitting, and I thoroughly enjoyed it. A wonderful read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5VPQSADOTQDZ?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Being of a more mature age was very skeptical about reading this book, thinking it was more for the young ones.  However I thoroughly enjoyed it.  It is well written, and kept me enthralled until the end.  I have now downloaded the 2nd book in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHDXVY1TLLL52?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was not sure that I was going to like this book or that it would hold my interest.After hearing from my nieces and seeing that they could not put it down I decided to download it on to my kindle and I am so glad I did it is a great book. On to book two.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1H6O9XF9WHZQQ?ASIN=0439023521	Good read for young people (and some oldsters too)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am a long time science fiction fan, starting with the juveniles by Robert Heinlein, which led me to a life long love of reading.The simple plot and strong characters are appealing and even an old guy like me enjoyed the book and the rest of the trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNC1MHVB748TZ?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">SUCH A GREAT BOOK I ENJOY READING</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RU6BD9XLZJQOK?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Have this on my iPad and love it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IRVMOGY1HEEO?ASIN=0439023521	My biggest mistake was finishing it on a flight and not having the next one with me to start ASAP!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I devoured this book in about two days. It was so unique and engaging - I HAD to know what happened next. My biggest mistake was finishing it on a flight and not having the next one with me to start ASAP!  Loved the next two, and loved the movies so far!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQ5DFBECZBSNB?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book!!! Great writing and really descriptive. At first I was reluctant to read it, not liking the thought of children killing each other, but I couldn't put it down and finished it in 5 days. I'm excited to read the next book in the trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GLCL62BQDC8A?ASIN=0439023521	Surprisingly good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Ok. To be honest I resisted this book for a very long time. I don't usually jump on the latest fad book. But last night I was talked into reading it. I was pleasantly surprised and finished it in one sitting. To me, not a five star but very entertaining.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2AJ3WFAZA4NH?ASIN=0439023521	Exciting & Alluring!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the film before reading the book. After absolutely loving the film, I've come to find that I enjoy the book much more. There is so much more to the storyline than the film allows. This is a great read that leaves the reader constantly wanting more.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FEC85SWL3U87?ASIN=0439023521	Incredible Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins' ability to write it almost like a screenplay and keep the reader's attention during shifts in the story is incredible. This is probably my favorite series. If you haven't read the book then you should, regardless if you've seen the movie</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RNR1EQ4UC9XY?ASIN=0439023521	Very close to the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I Bought this book after having enjoyed watched the movie. I found it hard to put down, although due to the movie I new what was around the corner as the movie I found very true to the book.<br/>I think this would be a good ready regardless of your age.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NU8VUOMV7VWB?ASIN=0439023521	Outstanding depth of thought	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">She delves so deep into reasoning and thought processes before actions. It keeps me reading steadily for hours. This is the second time I've read this book. The first took me about a week and a half, today I read 70% of this book today, 6 hours straight.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2T4J1F8IH0NSC?ASIN=0439023521	Perfect	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was beyond great, I was missing out on so much. I recommend this book to anyone who enjoys books and has free time. Even though the "" hunger games "" seems like something that is unlikely to happen the obstacles katniss faces play out in everyday life.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3ESCDW37I64HC?ASIN=0439023521	good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book I know there is a movie that goes along with this. I just perfer books. you can read while you sit in a tree stand especially now that I have a kindle on my phone. This book held my attention the whole time. hard to stop once you start.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HI12H8X7KT3X?ASIN=0439023521	A great idea	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Probably one of the better ideas for a young adult series I've seen in a long time.  Really caugt fire with the general public.  The pacing of the book is great like The Road, and you really care about the characters.  Of the three, it's by far the best.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FX9Z6G4T34UY?ASIN=0439023521	SUCH A GREAT BOOK!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I highly recommend this book!  It is excellent!  Very entertaining and easy to read, and well-written.  One of my favorites, and I am an avid reader.  It is quite graphically violent, however, so I would use caution when allowing a child/teen to read it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MWC2P2H57TU2?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I heard about this book from a 14-year-old girl. I was a buit sceptic what to expect, but was pleasantly surprised.<br/>The story was involving, original and the psychology behind it was hair-raising to think about. How strong survival instincts can be.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R41MDCMK7OCNC?ASIN=0439023521	One of the greatest books of the new millennia	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is one of my all-time favorite books.  Its originality and symbolism gives it a place in any reader's mind and heart.  A fantastic read with suspense and adventure in surplus.  One of the great litarery masterpieces of the new millennia.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1N8GQ1I5BG2L4?ASIN=0439023521	From an avid reader of history	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book had some interesting ideas, but I wish more of them were flushed out.  It was a quick, easy read that was enjoyable.  I plan to read the other two and I hope the author continues developing the social and political tension started in this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PWEJ1RAQLRIC?ASIN=0439023521	good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My anut and sister gave me a copy of this book but with the movie playing I figured I would watch that instead of read the book. I would say this book is a great read for anyone who wants to read a book that is filled with adventure and is a page turner.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11DO74WZ8A5X4?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I would highly recommend this whole series.  Interesting plots, super fast read.  If you have a Kindle, I would also say to buy all three books in the series at one time, as you receive a small discount.  Believe me you will want to read every last book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XOJ9WDZNVT4?ASIN=0439023521	Could not stop reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I would highly recommend this series! I read The hunger Games (book 1) over the weekend and attempted to wait until the following weekend to read Catching Fire (book 2). I could not wait even a full day to find out what would happen to Katniss and Peeta!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25NKNC2N5N1F6?ASIN=0439023521	OMG	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the best book i have read in a while.i couldnt put this down!love it!very creative and a well written. its now one of my favorite books and ive read well over 200 books in the past 3 years.cant wait to read the second!a must read for young adults</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2D8H8SJ81Q53U?ASIN=0439023521	Really good story. Others had talked about it but I ...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Really good story. Others had talked about it but I had never felt particularly interested in this type of book. However, facing boredom and a tight budget, I purchased it. I was surprised that is was really a very good book. Try it...you might like it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R647SPSS16YTR?ASIN=0439023521	A very captivating read ....	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a very captivating read ... i finished the book in a day. The book has right amount of romance, thrill, suspense, twists, action and excitement. Overall a very intriguing read and leaves you thinking for long.... Recommended for ages above 14...</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18HTLNJ3MIJZS?ASIN=0439023521	really good. better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this book, and found it so much better than the movie. If you've seen the movie, read the book and you'll enjoy it even more. The first person narrative thing is a little bit exhausting after awhile, but still, it's a fun and easy read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R120DCSYO7CI3I?ASIN=0439023521	LOVE LOVE LOVE THE HUNGER GAMES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">LOVE THIS BOOK!!!!!!!!!!! Action, romance, etc!!!!! Just one of the best books ever!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I highly recommend this book, the only thing is that there is one cuts would in it . But I just love the whole Hunger Games series!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30Y31R0D49G2B?ASIN=0439023521	I couldn't stopped 'til the end!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought the book, because the movie really impressed me. I've just finished to read it. I absolutely loved it! From the very beginning until the end of part one, the story is really mesmerizing and now I obviously see why this book is a tremendous hit.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1P3JQDQ8CZ8DO?ASIN=0439023521	Very enjoyable read but violent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was very entertaining, but sometimes redundant. It was violent, however not terribly so. I admired Katniss`s courage, but I thought the whole love story between Peeta and her to be too drawn out. Overall, I would reccomend it for ages twelve+.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CG1CT7AYVWZL?ASIN=0439023521	A great read: don't miss out!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Don't read this expecting the movie because they are a bit different, as film representations tend to be. The book is infinitely better. This is a simple, quick read, but has a lot of deeper meanings than you might expect. Great for teens and pre-teens.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VYUPCG9YOSC8?ASIN=0439023521	Such a great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is and when I was reading it was amazing. How Suzanne Collins wrote it was such amazing that she could make the reader felt as if they were in Panem. I would recommend this book to all my friends but they have read it!! You should read it!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OQYM9YV0SSZM?ASIN=0439023521	A great series!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is something different than I'm used to. But in a good way! The romance is background to the drama that unfolds but in a way that works! The heroine is very strong and self sufficient which is a big plus for me! Really good writing and action!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2P4E7CV9ZFFQ4?ASIN=0439023521	very exciting and hard to put down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">very good book.  i saw the movie shortly after I finished reading the book, and I must say the book is 10000 times better.  Although the movie was good, it missed a lot of things.  So if you have seen the movie and have not read the book, READ THE BOOK!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1S4OEOM20O5MT?ASIN=0439023521	The start to a great adventure	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you saw the movie, and either thought it was great, or hated it, you owe it to your self to read this book.  There are rich characters that were never even introduced in the movie and several subtle twists that didn't make it to the movie adaptation.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1L075Q88S85XX?ASIN=0439023521	a very good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A novel that holds your interest as the characters struggle to maintain some dignity while being forced into a situation that would have most people frightened to death. The protagonist is an extremely likeable person and that makes the pages fly by ...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OB2KCB65Z639?ASIN=0439023521	Great writing.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very well written and edited, and a bit difficult to put down. The author gambles with a plot  about a grim reality under an oppressive futuristic government that turns out to be a bitter struggle for the characters involved.Welcome to the Hunger Games.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R266C3W0R3JA9S?ASIN=0439023521	Most amazing story I have ever read!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The first time my niece told me about this book series I scoffed because I didn't think something a teenage girl like her would read could be that interesting. Boy was I wrong! I love this book. I love the intensity of katniss and every other character!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MZ0MV9U3GLWH?ASIN=0439023521	Great!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't put this book down and immediately had to order the sequels!  I would recommend this book for all age groups.  I'm 50 and enjoyed it the thoroughly.  The characters are well developed and either endearing or villainous in their own complex way.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDLB1HWA20NTD?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was the first book I purchased with my Kindle. I can honestly say that this is the first book in a long time I have read cover to cover without wanting to put it down. For anyone who is interested in a good story I would highly recommend this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2K7G79J0FKLHW?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was an AWESOME book! i can't wait for the second book but when will that be? it did slow down sometimes but there was always action picking it up right when it was about to get too slow. over all awesome book and i cant wait to see the movie for it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GR9RROH6RQMG?ASIN=0439023521	First Book - Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read these in order - I remember being blown away by the story.  The writing is easy to read (maybe a little too easy) but the story line and characterization is fantastic.  If you just want to dip your toes into this series THIS is the book to read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CXURI54DZ9BC?ASIN=0439023521	awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">the hunger games is my fave book ever! it is about when katniss everdeen and peeta mellark get thrown in an arena to die, things do not start off very well. and when katniss and peeta are the most desperate, thresh helps them, killing clove in the act.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JS5L0IRY9AMC?ASIN=0439023521	CHLOE'S REVIEW	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I gave this book a 5 star rating because it teaches you don't give up. What I liked about this book was that it had a nice determined girl named Katniss. I would recommend d this book to my friend Jordan because I think she would like reading this book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Y80H3KQ9MJR?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wonderful!  Just don't watch the movie first.  The book explains the beginning and that gets lost in the movie.  Not for the faint of heart however it will keep your attention.  Doesn't leave you wanting more unfortunately.  Easy to read and to follow.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3R9L6FCAHD64E?ASIN=0439023521	Great Story -- Even the 2nd time through	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A quick read but maybe that's because the plot moves &amp; grows never losing the reader's attention. The primitive living conditions contrast with hovercrafts and other advanced technology combine creating one of the most unique and well-written settings.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RF1UDCVP4T4E4?ASIN=0439023521	read this book now.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have been sucked into this series and have been unable to stop reading. The story is tragic yet you want to know more and be there for every detail. I recommend for anyone who has seen the movie or not. Ms. Collins is now one of my must read authors.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTI17VI614SKV?ASIN=0439023521	best trilogy I've read in a long time	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">All 3 books are awesome. This first book got me hooked in minutes. People ask me how I can read about a bunch of kids being killed for sport all the time. I always tell them that it's about way more than that. Ile read all three books three times each.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DLAMJGA2UGJZ?ASIN=0439023521	Today's 1984	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Had no intention of reading this or seeing the movies BUT on Black Friday my sister wanted to go see the second movie and she was paying so I agreed to see the movie. Great, by the way! So I came home and got the book series. Very much the modern 1984.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUPPFU1UN4V0I?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book sooooooo much! It was also very convenient to be able to read it on my tablet for school. My only problem was that when I needed to locate and quote my evidence for my answers, the page was different then what it is in the actual book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YL6F1PD67HHX?ASIN=0439023521	"Really great read keeps you ""hungry"" for more!"	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Haven't read a book in quite some time that didn't allow my mind some down time.  You're in this story from page one and can't seem to put it out of your mind even when you put the book down to rest, work, sleep...etc!  Can't wait to read the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RM3V7TWBRC16B?ASIN=0439023521	:)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved every minute of it! The movie doesn't do it justice, trust me. It's hard to adapt a book into a movie perfectly, but they did a good job compare to other movies who adapt from books. <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Kings-of-Awakening-Vampires-and-Purebloods/dp/B00CJ2BR6S"">Kings of Awakening Vampires and Purebloods</a></span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MK1NPRINQA48?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">IT's an awesome book . You will really enjoy it.Just make sure you understand it. When your done with it make sure you read Catching Fire and Mocking Jay. If you want  to learn more about this book go to [...] . I totally recommend it. Happy reading!!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2R2HRT9FJWTRG?ASIN=0439023521	must read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this is a must read for entertainment purposes and to give perspective on the ""game"" that is being played out in this world.  I couldn't put the book down even though I already saw the movie.  Do both, movie and book.  the order doesn't matter.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Q94Y94ORO31W?ASIN=0439023521	Page turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">From the first page I read; I could not put it down!!! I absolutely recommend this book to any one who loves reading. I felt like I was in the story watching and feeling everything katnis was describing!!<br/>Suzanne Collins is my new favorite author!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1G461L7063I87?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Was in college when I first read this book. IT was my first pleasure read since my first day of higher education. Would walk to class reading it. Once I read the first, of course the others followed without hesitation. An interesting, enjoyable series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PWQSAV915A6U?ASIN=0439023521	Great Series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was awesome. It was definitely a step outside of the genre that I normally read but once I got into it I couldn't put the book down. It was a little slow starting off with Book 1 but after you get through the beginning you are totally hooked.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1C77KN8W335S2?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm 11 and I think this  book is amazing! I would definitely read the whole series. The first was only $3.99 but the second book is $6.99!  I'm half hesitating to read the second book as an ebook. I will probablh read it as a book itself. A must read!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25N6VGPUIK803?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Nothing compared to the movie. Is a lot better and detailed. Details of events in the book never compare to the story in the movie. Can't wait to read the other two and see what happens when they are back and how complicated life can turned for them..</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MLDRPW4X4X58?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games review:	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought the book expressed a lot of creativity and was very elaborate, describing the story well and in depth. The concept had never previously been established and I though that was extremely innovative and provided a variation to the book industry</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1K5O7DL3H6N1T?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">From the moment I picked it up I couldn't put it down.  This was such a great read and I can't wait to start the next book!  I'm super happy I decided to read this prior to seeing the movie and I am certain ill love the movie just as much as the book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CEQQGLRY0C4Q?ASIN=0439023521	great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read this series before the movies came but never did a review. Loved the book in any case and as usual the movie doesn't do it justice. Great storytelling and a semi believable dystopian future. Worth reading especially if waiting for the next movie.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HSCEP8AMHZWU?ASIN=0439023521	Well written and good pace	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed it - knowing it was the first book of several I read it before seeing the movie - liked having the extra details. I thought it was quite a fast read, but it is geared for a younger audience.<br/><br/>You won't be disappointed.<br/><br/>J</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SWY4ERNXKNQH?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I chose 5 stars because it deserved it and because I always wanted to read more. I like this book because it is so captivating and you feel like you are in the book. I would recommend this book to people who like the social world, love, and adventure.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VXG0PKYR4E4P?ASIN=0439023521	Better then movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I watched the movie first because my boyfriend forced me to and fell in love with the movie but i decided to read the book for its amazing detail, i feel like i lived the entire story. Beautifully written, amazing detail just goes beyond expectations!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KC3SAHOKLT8Q?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is my first book on new Kindle fire and having seen the movie I did not expect my reaction.  I could not put this down!  It is so well written and. The story line so compelling..... I loved it, thank you to my granddaughter for recommending this.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35M7DDVSRBIZZ?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was really inspiring. I can't wait to read the rest of them! I have to say this novel reminded me much of the ""battle royal"" it was written before the hunger games, but it had the same concept. If you liked this book. Check out battle royal.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29XBJGKXUENBL?ASIN=0439023521	Very intriguing, finished in 2 days	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very unique and interesting. Would recommend to anyone who likes adventure but isn't bothered by killing and a what at times is gruesome. Love the main character and her 1st person point of view. This book is inspiring yet sad. Would highly recommend!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7S2ADRSUICGB?ASIN=0439023521	Better than Expected	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well, the Hunger Games movie trailer is boring. But I can't really imagine how good the book is compared to the movie(I am very serious).Many action-packed scenes, that's why my classmates recommand me this book. I will give this eight stars if I can.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39VEVTZO2DB4L?ASIN=0439023521	I couldn't put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I actually saw the movie first since I'm not a huge fan of trilogies but the ending made to read the second book so I started from the beginning. Great book and, surprisingly, the movie did a pretty good job of keeping up. Had some interesting twists!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BTEEQFC1R9V6?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Dial in your moral compass and prepare for the ride of your life. This book will stay with me forever. Cleverly written and well developed. It felt like I was experiencing every twist and turn with Katniss. This is a must read for anyone young or old.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11QBCD4PSYNAD?ASIN=0439023521	It was a good book, but I wasn't jumping up and down or anything	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I give this book three stars - definitely an engaging and authentic story; but a bit dark for my liking. I do think it was well written though and I do look forward to the remaining books in the series. But first, must finish the Fifty Shades trilogy!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ILZHX3SOLBMZ?ASIN=0439023521	Entertaining	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's amazing how Collin depicts a teenager girl. Her reaction to the blood bath, first romantic encounters, confusion, betrayal. It is an amazing book, and the movie portrayal is very accurate, a first I might add. <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Hunger-Games/dp/B002MQYOFW"">The Hunger Games</a></span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XJBC1M690RH6?ASIN=0439023521	great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book hooks you from the first page. The characters are likable and believable. There are no slow parts here. A fast exciting read you won't be able to put down! I read this after seeing the movie and it followed pretty close. A good action story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UDYCB4LCAQHP?ASIN=0439023521	the hunger games.four star	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Ia am very pleased with my Kindle as I am not well and spend a lot of time waiting in hospitals so the Kindle is always in my handbag . The hunger game is v<br/>ery good reading and I would recommend it . I like it<a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Hunger-Games/dp/0439023521"">The Hunger Games</a></span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1T2NWFBPDX1AS?ASIN=0439023521	Loved	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The hunger games had been recommended quite anew times and my only frustration was that I didn't read it sooner.  Highly recommend it and the series. Then go see the movie.  I think it's the best movie from book that I have seen, besides the notebook.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R360V733EMH0B?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games is a very exciting read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was the total opposite of what I normally would select to read.  Glad that I was curious because once I started I couldn't put it down.  I am now hooked and am on book two.  I would definitely recommend this as a quick but interesting read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVH5MKZ3D8W82?ASIN=0439023521	Good, not great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is very popular. I read it a couple years ago and just picked it up again. It's exciting but i'm not a fiction guy. If you have not read it, pick it up. However, my interest started to fade after reading the 2nd book. Just not that into it.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23M7DLLSGB36L?ASIN=0439023521	Worth the two weeks spent reading this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved reading this book.  I saw the movie first.  The book, as usual, always outweighs the movie (although it was great also) because now I'm privileged to know the thoughts behind the characters.  I'm looking forward to reading the next two volumes.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RAC81G50ER9RR?ASIN=0439023521	Great!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book, after watching the movie then reading this, they actually did a good job keeping the movie like the book says as close as possible. I even had moments where I could picture each scene of the movie along with reading it. It's a must read!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVX9Q3B7WCZU6?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I know these books have been out for some time but I really never gave them a second thought until recently. A coworker mentioned them recently and said how good they were so I decided to give them a chance! So glad I did and sorry I waited so long!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34Z2WN0CS17LX?ASIN=0439023521	OUTSTANDING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is the most thrilling and intriguing book I have ever read. Katniss, along with her opponents, have such detailed personalities that It feels like you know them! The dramatic plot makes the book  unlike any other. Hooray for Collins!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UNQPZPSEVIVC?ASIN=0439023521	Best. Book. Ever.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was absolutely amazing! The whole time I was reading it I was biting my lip waiting to see what would happen next. The anticipation builds and right when you think you know what's going happen, the story takes an unexpected turn. I loved it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CPRST28KAXVL?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very suspenseful; even though I saw the movie I couldn't put the book down. All the detail in the book was much more exciting.  I found my self drawn into all the events wonding what would happen next, even though I knew.  This was very easy reading.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32WXQ716UCS5V?ASIN=0439023521	Great!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I actually saw the movie first.  Didn't think this was my kind of story.  After seeing the move, I just had to read it.  I was amazed how close the movie was to the book.  It was so good I couldn't wait to see what would happen in the next two books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1P24HNJBXADV8?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm glad the book was written in first person because her inner thoughts have raised some questions; questions that make me want to read the second book. I'm not sure I could have said that halfway thru this one, but it rebounded the last 100+ pages.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJ6S11UEGE1M5?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had a hard time deciding whether or not to read this book because I couldn't stand the idea of children killing each other for entertainment. I finally caved and I'm so glad I did because the book was so much more than that, a definite Must Read!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30KFU16EP3YX9?ASIN=0439023521	Quite different!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't put it down, although I was a bit disappointed in the writing of the ending.....just didn't flow like the rest of the book. No problem with way it ended, just the writing seemed off to me. However, I couldn't put it down....a very good read.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XEIXLYPDL43W?ASIN=0439023521	great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I did read this book when I started seeing the ads on tv. It was easy to read by the time the movie came out. The book was much better then the movie. I feel there is  level of info that is needed to fully understand the behaviours of the characters.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QWV0MCDOHY44?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderfully written and hauntingly beautiful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">No doubt this is one of the best trilogies out there. Suzanne Collins has a way with storytelling like no other. You will find yourself completely engaged and horrified at the same time.<br/>The story of Katniss and her family is hauntingly beautiful.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Z779MNTYCN01?ASIN=0439023521	great summer read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was recommend to be by a friend. Although the target audience is young adult I'm 39 and found the book very entertaining.  Its very intense and a page turner, after reading the first installment I couldn't wait to get the the second book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1O8LOLCC1SWAH?ASIN=0439023521	Interest held throughout	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Book held my interest throughout. Looking to the next book. I found the story line very intriguing. The mixture of hardships and a young woman coming to grips with her feelings for family, friends and country and the choices she is required to make.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3N3FXUGQSYZVK?ASIN=0439023521	GREAT FANTASY READ!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very enjoyable read!  Suzanne Collins did a very good job of making the characters believable and the world she designed was fascinating. Some of the scenes may be too dark for readers under the age of 12.  Recommended for both teenagers and adults.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJ7W8XDVWDX8V?ASIN=0439023521	Divergent Games Review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved how Suzanne Roth combined action with a romance brewing between Tris and Peeta. Also, since Snow and Jeanie are dominating the 12 factions in the 13 districts of Chicago, it adds a chilling suspense in this dystopian world ruined by the war.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R83M776WHOGDD?ASIN=0439023521	I love the whole Hunger Games series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love the whole Hunger Games series!  This book REALLY sucks you into the story of Katniss and leaves you wanting to read more!  GREAT, creative story.  Suzanne Collins has outdone herself with this book series!  I would love for her to write more!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RZI4485O0DDG?ASIN=0439023521	Could not put it down! Now ready to watch the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great character development. Detailed picture painted of a terrifying world where the human spirit continues to flourish despite oppression. Can't wait to read the next one in the series. Terrific for tweens, teens and adults, including this senior.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PPLID1PT7Y4H?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read it because I had heard a lot about it.<br/><br/>I always wanted to know what was going to happen next. To me, that is the mark of a good book.<br/><br/>I would certainly recommend the book to others.<br/><br/>I give the book 4 1/2 stars</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GRDHRMFVZLR0?ASIN=0439023521	Love, love, love this book!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I would give it a higher rating if I could!! I couldn't put it down. I bought the audible and the ebook so I could read some and listen when I couldn't read. Its a good thing I did! I didn't even sleep!! I can;t wait to get started on the next book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5CBMB9NUU61U?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A real page Turner...Can hardly wait to start the second book in this series! Being from Virginia, I know the Rockies and coal mining areas that exist today-- which made the Hunger Games especially meaningful to me. I recommend this book for others.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Q5VJYHMPL64U?ASIN=0439023521	Fun read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is an exciting book that leads into an ok book series. If you only read The Hunger Games, then the story will feel complete to you. However, Collins' exciting writing style makes you crave the following books...only to be a little disappointed.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MIO91IQKB5AQ?ASIN=0439023521	An easy read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book in a couple of days. I found it very difficult to put down. The story ran fluid from one part to the next and was so easily comprehended that it should be a good book for children yet interesting enough to keep adults turning pages.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCYQEQQJG5H5E?ASIN=0439023521	The Heart Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This story helps you believe that oppression can be thwarted with the human heart.  This uplifting book is set in an a dark time in humanity, yet shows the resilience of the human soul.  The Hunger Games is addicting and satisfying at the same time.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IGHI8YFYFAV3?ASIN=0439023521	Nice surprise.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I first decided to read this book I thought I would just read it every now and then, boy was I wrong.I'll keep this short. I couldn't put it down! My wife even yelled at me because I was so into it. Excellent book. I would recommend to friends.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QGET2NJS6ADS?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is so amazing ... at first i didnt even consider reading it because of all the public hype about it but after giving in and just reading the first chapter to see how it was i couldnt put it down and strait read through it... great book!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3608HJAOHP1FI?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing and Unbelievable!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">beyond amazing ! most people discard the topic becaue its kids killing other kids, no its much more. its about a government controlling everything. i couldnt stop reading this. i read it in a day! it was extraordinary full of love romance and action</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XLXQYYZ6RXBB?ASIN=0439023521	a great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put this book down, it was a really good read. I got a little upset at the ending, but it served it's purpose because I immediately ordered the next book. I would highly recommend this book to both the young and the young hearted readers.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2E1W5A6Y86U3G?ASIN=0439023521	Wish I could give this book more stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is a 10 star book. I saw the ads about  the movie and decided to read the book, I suggest anyone who begins to read this book make sure you have the next day off because you wont be able to put it down and you mostly likely be up all night</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XTQM8WCWSL2N?ASIN=0439023521	Survival Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What a wonderful, exciting read....In the beginning I thought the book was more suitable for Tweens but the plot develops so quickly that you soon forget that. Katniss is a perfect heroine for the 21st century. A survivor in every sense of the word.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMOR1IVLLZZTB?ASIN=0439023521	SO good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A great series. Even the style of writing speaks to the strangeness of this ""new world"" in which no one can emotionally afford to care for anyone for very long...for who knows when The Capitol may decide their time is up? Currently about to read #3.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39Y6WZ8IWBIBJ?ASIN=0439023521	"if you like ""the 300"", brace yourself"	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is an amazing book. It is an on-the-edge-of -your- seat, non-stop action novel that will glue your eyes to your pages. Suzanne Collins did a wonderful job by making a movie in your head.<br/>If you like this book, you will love Catching Fire.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RY1ST3JJWVYE3?ASIN=0439023521	So good!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Thoroughly enjoyable.  I'll let you read all the other reviews because I don't have much new to say.  I will say this, I've read maybe 5 ""five star books"" in my life.  And I read a lot.  This is one of the few.  Definitely not only for young adults.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1M2BBM8GD88S4?ASIN=0439023521	Good summer read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was a nice light read.  Good story and adequate narrative.  The presentation was straightforward without too much poetry.  I appreciate that.  I thought the structure of the world this story is set in could have been fleshed in a bit more</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GFBY5OKPWLK5?ASIN=0439023521	Very good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book because many people had told me it's a wonderful book. And they were correct. Even though I kind of knew that two people would be winning the hunger games. The in between parts were gripping. Seriously thinking of buying this book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MRUAUABQJ6JN?ASIN=0439023521	Best Book I read in a long time	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you are a fan of the Hunger Games Trilogy and have only seen the movie, this book is highly recommended!  It goes into so much more depth than the movie and explains a lot of stuff in greater detail that wasn't necessarily so clear in the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TIKPEIS05V7J?ASIN=0439023521	Very good Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I give it 5 stars because even though the story is Dystopic, and very un-realistic to our lives... Everyone can relate to the characters in some way. The book is a lot more detailed than the movie, and the Author of this book trilogy is phenomenal.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5QH70MLBQY40?ASIN=0439023521	Most Exciting Book Ever!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is a great book for over a winter break or in the summer is also a great time to read it. I can't wait to start the second one. This is a book full of excitement that will keep you read in the middle of the night and early in the morning.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KHDD1EFISUVQ?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So I started reading this book and didn't cry until the end. The greatest part about this book is that it's just so beautifully written and so amazing to read! This book made me fall in love with Peeta and then hate him and then love him once more!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RDGKX966046E?ASIN=0439023521	I'm still hungry for more of Katniss and Peeta!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is not the type of book I would normally read, but after hearing so many people talking about it I became interested in reading it. I am so glad I did! I can't wait to start the next book! Very easy reading...the kind that is hard to put down!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R232U1ZW2I0W7S?ASIN=0439023521	I couldn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was unsure about this book after reading the description. The popularity kept growing so I thought I would give it a try. Once I started reading I was captivated and did not want to put the book down. I had the entire series read within the week.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SB6OGEHEKUZ0?ASIN=0439023521	Very Exciting From Beginning to End	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is one of the more exciting and thoughtful books in the world that I love. From when they were in the town square on reaping day, to where they are getting off the train to District Twelve, it was a very exciting book. Can't wait for book two.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RAJF3C07UDFID?ASIN=0439023521	Better then the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book so much I am going to read it over and over again! I would give it 10 stars if I could! Now I am going to go buy the other 2 because I loved this so much. It's way better than the movie. So much detail! Buy this  book immediately!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30BHWVEWC6SB6?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent- Ground work for a phenomenal series...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins introduces you to the world of the Hunger Games- Putting it down will be the hardest part- It will leave you wondering what happens next. Take it with you and read it on your lunch break!! :) Excellent Series for the young and old!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FH4ILCN9TTOA?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved all the hunger game books.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2B1MUDXOE7LFW?ASIN=0439023521	strong girl	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">liked the story of a strong girl</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18PYAJ3W9XTH9?ASIN=0439023521	What an amazing journey!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It took me honestly a few times to get past the first few pages but once I did I literally couldn't stop reading!!! Now I can't wait to start the next book.  Now mind you this is after a few years of the movie being released (I haven't seen it)!!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1W1W4KRT27NMD?ASIN=0439023521	If you like a story that moves along with lots of action ...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is one adventure after another.  I couldn't put it down once I started reading it. I am on book two now and can't wait to finish it so I can read book 3.  If you like a story that moves along with lots of action this is the book for you.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1B16DMTOBA1JT?ASIN=0439023521	Extraordinary	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was great and I definitely recommend it for all ages. Other than the concept of it ( which is very interesting but a little gruesome ) you will not be able to put this book down. Happy Hunger Games and may the odds be ever in your favor!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ITACDGWMLX3D?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My grandson Alec read the books and really liked them so I decided to buy the book. At first I wasn't sure if I liked Katniss - too whiney but I finished it and can't wait to start the 2nd book and see what happens between Katniss, Peeta and Gale.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RU5Z1V5XVL4V?ASIN=0439023521	Exhilarating	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Normally in not into this type of genre but everyone kept halving about the movies and how good they were so I decided to give it a try. The book was great and kept me interested the whole read. In really looking forward to reading the second one.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYF1WCSA9VE7Q?ASIN=0439023521	Good Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed the uniqueness of this book. It was easy to get into and keeps your attention. There are parts when the Hunger Games are going on that I just couldn't sit still and the ending was really good. I couldn't wait to start on book two.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IZDOTQRSDXK0?ASIN=0439023521	MY. REVIEW OF THE HUNGER GAMES	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I FOUND THIS BOOK TO BE ALMOST IMPOSSIBLE TO PUT DOWN.  WHEN IT FIRST CAME OUT I DID NOT WANT TO READ IT THINKING THERE WOULD BE TOO MUCH GORE.  AFTER SEEING THE 2nd movie and not  understanding a lot of things I decided I needed to read the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VLS5Z4447BHU?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My mom waited like a year before she would let me get the series because I'm to sensitive and my cousin who never, ever cries cried when Rue died in the movie. If you like this series, the Gregor series is by the same author and is a great series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PY8IDUQK85PS?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't want to read this book because I don't really read fiction.  Once I started, I couldn't put it down!  It's so easy to read and it constantly tugged at my emotions!  I never thought I'd say this but I'm looking forward to reading book two!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZVEZQ9QA01D?ASIN=0439023521	Overhyped	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'll credit the plot for being incredibly unique. It is certainly a worthwhile read. HOWEVER, I couldn't care less about the main character (or most of the other characters). The whole series is a downer, and I found it hard to stay interested in.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IT5H4WMB3CHV?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely loved the book and cant wait to read the next one. Usually don't like futuristic novels but I honestly couldn't put it down. Read the entire book in one day. Very engaging, kept my interest and really felt I got to know the characters</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3S0PHZISJ5O6?ASIN=0439023521	Buy it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you liked the movie, you'll love the book. The book is always more detailed and you can envision scenes in the movie as you read the book or the other way around. The movie will be a treat after you read the book. Either way works for this one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35W6ULBADR4JX?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's a amazing book!! I think that everyone should read it! And<br/>watch the movie.<br/>The books about America after another War, there's districts and every year one boy and one girl from each districts fight to the death in The Hunger Games.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HJWVCVLG52J2?ASIN=0439023521	Great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Besides the fact that I loved the book (and wanted to read it before watching the movie), this was first time reading an eBook and it was a great experience. Buying from the Amazon store and getting the book on my Kindle app for iPad was a breeze!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3N5YKRHFW4U1X?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I simply could not put this book down. I loved the movie and the book was even better! I am now about 1/3 of the way through Catching Fire and it has me just as captivated. Absolutely enjoy this trilogy and I have to say it is one of my favorites.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Q9KH9KWMOLAO?ASIN=0439023521	Really enjoyed!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was concerned that I might not like this book because of the violence, which I am not normally a big fan of even if there is a greater message, this book was pretty well done there were parts that made me cringe but the story was more than that!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4V4FCL8IKW3G?ASIN=0439023521	For those who want their heros to mold their own destiny -	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">All 3 of the trilogy are page turners - can not be laid down .  The Hero would be a perfect role model for young ladies or those with low self esteem.  She shows complete control in the 1st 2 books but disappointed  in the last book - she settled!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQN06T1GM8TKF?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games is a Must Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins has yet another hit on her hands with Hunger Games.  Once you get started reading it is really difficult, if not possible, to put the book down.  Great writing style and a storyline that is absolutely gripping from start to finish.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R224Z1YX6XRSX1?ASIN=0439023521	Glad I finally read it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was the first dystopian novel I've ever read, and what a great novel I chose to break me into this new genre. The Hunger Games was an excellent read, although I wasn't thinking that for the first part of reading this.<br/><br/>This had an excellent story, fast-paced action, and even a hint of romance, but for the first third of the book, I was completely uninterested. Fortunately I wasn't bored because of how quick the story moved along, but it was until the actual Games begun that I finally started being consumed by the plot. So many twists were happening one after another, and it was extremely exciting to see what was going to happen next.<br/><br/>I also can't help but wonder a few things about this book. For example, as a previous reviewer said, I would have liked to know more about what had caused the fall of the United States, and more about what started The Hunger Games in the first place. And also, why throw children into an arena to fight to the death? If I were living in this world, I would be reluctant to have children so they wouldn't suffer being apart of the Games. It just seems like there could have been other, less cruel ways to show dominance rather than making innocent children kill each other.<br/><br/>Regardless of these questions, it still does not change how much I enjoyed reading this, and that I will read the next two books of the trilogy, and also read more books in the dystopian genre.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2M8T6K7JHR0UG?ASIN=0439023521	Brutal lessons	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent book!  Well written, great characters, unique take on the age old ""big brother -vs- the little guy"" story!  I couldn't put my kindle down once I got into the second chapter!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BNGNAAZQXOOR?ASIN=0439023521	Hunting and fishing it's all about relationships	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunting the most dangerous game on the planet in the midst of conflicting emotions among the participants captured my imagination and attention.<br/>The author created vivid word pictures of the outdoors that added to the suspense and enjoyment.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DE8HCSTHA837?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a very exciting book, and for Amazon prime it's completely free! This book is filled with suspense and if you love a good read then this is the book for you. A great twist at the end, and I don't think I have anything bad to say about it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CBPSQQBRYNIK?ASIN=0439023521	Lives up to the hype!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I waited so long to read this book because it got so hyped up I figured it would never live up to it, but it was great! Literally the only thing wrong with this book is I couldn't put it down and didn't get enough sleep during the week I read it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19Q4ZXKS17PXQ?ASIN=0439023521	Exciting!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After I saw the movie, I wanted to read the books. The movie follows the book quite closely but as always, there are more details in the books than the movie. It also explains a few things better than it does in the movie. I couldn't put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1AE4FCFKEQXI5?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I made the mistake of seeing the movie first. Not to sound cliche, but the book was better. Lots more action, and it didn't center around the romantic stuff the way the movie did. I will be reading the second book before the next movie comes out.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TQMVEU96S6TW?ASIN=0439023521	WOrk of Pure Genius	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins created another world that I actually believed.  I went there with Kat and Peeta everytime I opened this novel.  This book made me laugh out loud and I think I may have shed a tear or two.  Phenomenal story by a phenomenal author.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LX93OQ75MGIE?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games!!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This may be one of the best books I've ever read.<br/>I can't believe I understood (well actually I can) and I'm not even a teen!!<br/>I would recommend this book to anyone that's up for a bloody adventure.<br/>GO KATNESS AND PEETA!!!!!!!!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Z9I2CWY9FC2E?ASIN=0439023521	Decent and Easy to Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I originally bought these books for my son but ended up reading them as well.  Easy read and entertaining.  Don't expect LOTR's quality and you won't be disappointed.  Surpirse, the book is better than the movie.  Bet you never heard that before.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FMI1SLGL233Q?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome like the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I just finished the book and saw the movie before reading it. I couldn't stop cause it was that good. For the first time I think in awhile the movie was definately on key point on everything. So if you seen the movie got to read the book as well.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14MBUS0Y8T5W5?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I highly enjoyed the whole trilogy of books. This book was a very enjoyable and a quick read, and I hardly put it down. While I originally thought it was geared to teens, I certainly didn't feel like I was reading a teen book while reading this.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XBWV0SRX9FVI?ASIN=0439023521	Captivating	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I recommend this book  to anyone who likes a good read. It is jam packed with action, romance, poverty, riches, love, compassion, hatred.  I most definitely wanted to pick up Catching Fire as soon as I completed book one.<br/><br/>A must read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BTP2C8VDJ8L2?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie and I had several questions or wanted more information. I read the book and I was happy to find out much more about this interesting society and the death games they use to entertain themselves. Great story and very easy to read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20MCWL7N5VYRL?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had seen the movie but everyone who had read the book first told me to read it anyways. I am so glad that I did because it is incredible! There are parts in the movie that they change from the book, so reading the original story is way better.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYVUAE66QS17Y?ASIN=0439023521	Could not stop reading!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I do not read- in fact I ordered this book by accident and began reading out of boredom.....once I started though I literally could not put it down! It was filled with suspense and hatred but also calmness and love. Beginning Book 2 immediately!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26G0JHS9MSCB8?ASIN=0439023521	AWESOME	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I chose 5 stars because this book was plain AWESOME. Suspense, action, a *bit* of violence, and a love triangle. It was just AWESOME, no other way to put it. LOVED IT. The evil capitol, the poor districts, the crazy fashion, and the fighting. &lt;3</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCDEEIKLAL25C?ASIN=0439023521	Amazon Verified Purchase	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A very interesting book. Could not put down. It keeps you guessing so you want to continue reading to get to the finish and find out what happens at the end. Have borrowed the 2nd book thru Amazon for my Kindle and looking forward to reading it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RB94BCR45HZDD?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought this for my Kindle ap on iPad 2. It's an easy read and I wanted to see what all the hype was about this series. I'm about half way through it and I would recommend it to teens and adults. Not appropriate for little kids for sure though.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R531KFDJAE8XJ?ASIN=0439023521	A Must Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Even though this is an Young Adult series, I (45 years old) thoroughly enjoyed it and could not put it down until I had read all 3 books.  It is a dark story and a bit depressing at times, but it is definitely thought provoking and entertaining.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2U2T4DG13YNPB?ASIN=0439023521	I found it pretty tedious	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book has a lot of great aspects to the plot, but I just found it too tedious. Towards the end, I just skimmed it and wanted to get to the end. To be honest, I think the love affair just didn't hold my interest either as I could not relate.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1X7JKCN6BHOUP?ASIN=0439023521	... wanted to find out if it was really that good. I wasn't disappointed	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">selected book because of the publicity and wanted to find out if it was really that good.  I wasn't disappointed.  Held my interest throughout even in some predictable areas. Have started the second book ""Catching Fire"" enjoying it too.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZTTGVRZJXU5A?ASIN=0439023521	Range of audience is wide	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very easy book to read. Kids to adults will be able to pick this up and get right into it. Got the digital version. Storyline is interesting, fast paced, but detailed enough to latch onto the characters. Before you know it, you're on book two.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XYR12XWH1DJC?ASIN=0439023521	Great read. Better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the move first and had heard great things about the book series. I just finished the first book and I loved it. I actually think the film makers did a great job staying true to the book. Great, easy read. Excited to start the second book!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6PY2CO5HGNUJ?ASIN=0439023521	Good enough for me.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I haven't read anything in a sometime so this was a great book to start my reading off for the summer. I went through it quickly enough because I was captivated by the characters and the Capitol.  Couldn't wait to get my hands on Catching Fire.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RT3J1BRK8ZVFM?ASIN=0439023521	So much better than I expected. I couldn't put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was such a great book. It was an easy read and incredibly addictive. I am already starting the rest of the series. I've never read a book as fast as this. In my opinion, it might beat out Harry Potter which was another one of my favorites.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3E0O3RAWDHE89?ASIN=0439023521	Glad I Finally Read It	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It took me a long time to get around to reading this series (normally I hate Dystopian novels), but now I'm really glad I did!  To read more of my thoughts on this series visit my blog and see the 2 posts about it: [...]  and [...]<br/>Thanks!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FYFRUORRQUVM?ASIN=0439023521	Hate Twilight, Love Hunger!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read it on a dare and I really liked it! Liked it so much that I'm reading the third and final book now. Collins characters may be in their teens, but the craftsmanship of the writing is strictly grown up. Would consider other works by Collins.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2G02OF0DI6P8F?ASIN=0439023521	Good first book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a great book in the series.  I think it set me up with high expectations and ended up being a little disappointed by the second book.  Overall, the whole series is pretty good and I'm glad I jumped on the bandwagon and read the series.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFUVAN4TKN967?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've read this book about three times and I absolutely LOVE it. Katniss is a wonderful down to earth, flawed heroine who doesn't view herself as anything more than a person who's gotten very good at survival. Highly recommend the entire series.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3100GDUSWFB4R?ASIN=0439023521	One of the most frightening and intriguing stories	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Who are the bad guys?  Just about every one.  Is it possible to be a good guy?  Not unless you break the law, your tough enough to survive and clever enough to manipulate your manipulators.  Then your a hero? Yes.  But in more danger than ever!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16Q95Y76NQXVS?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Finished. Ready for catching fire but I promised myself if I finish this one I can go to sleep so I'll start book 2 when I wake up. I keep hearing after I finish the series I'll go into a week long depression. Haha. We'll see how that all goes.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DBGXJRJOWLAP?ASIN=0439023521	Exhilarating ride!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow, what a read.  Can't wait to start the next book.  A story of humanity at it's worst and the impact of reality TV. Although this is fantasy, it does not even seem that far-fetched at this point in time. Hope it is not a guide to the future.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OBYD94GUNANU?ASIN=0439023521	EXCELLENT READ	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is one of the best books that I have read yet. It was suspenseful from the beginning to end.  I can't wait to read more of Suzanne's books. I recommended The Hunger Games to my boyfriend, relatives, all of my friends and most my coworkers.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26EPOH3U0BHMT?ASIN=0439023521	Great book -full of typos	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book and the entire series but this book is filled with typos! I had to re-read a few sentences to see what Collins was trying to say. If you could get past that then you'll love this book because it's so much better than the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MZMOMD9VEWUB?ASIN=0439023521	Extreme Survival book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If your into survivor scenarios, you'll love this book. The book is well written in first person, the author does not drop the ball in that regard. It also allows one a glimpse of how a new world order may look in the wrong hands of a dictator.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SQATVBFYIVYF?ASIN=0439023521	LadyFarmer	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">ABSOLUTELY CAPTIVATING!!! The movie gives you a visual aspect, but the book allows much clearer insight into the lives of the characters.  Impossible to put down.  Well written, fantastic story, and very applicable to today's political climate.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31Y2XFG9ODMLP?ASIN=0439023521	Fun, fast with lots of twists.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is a great read. It is a bit violent and lots of people die but it still would be a good read for anyone over age 14. The heroine is very believable and likeable. I really enjoyed the fact that there was no swearing and no sex.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CXWS3VXD09LU?ASIN=0439023521	the hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My son recommended this book to me and I have finished the Burning and now enjoying the Mockingjay the author Suzanne Collins has a vivid imagination and has been able to portray the characters to keep you intrigued from the start to the finish</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1P20Q8FP6TY1D?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Enjoyable read, looking forward to the continuing story, my only dissapointment was that it could have lasted longer. The story is fast paced and hard to put down, and clearly aimed at a younger teen audience, but an enjoyable read for all that</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GUPWJMDCJUUM?ASIN=0439023521	Best Book Lately	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games was recommended to me by a friend's father. I was not excited to read it, based on his summarization. However, this book blew me out of the water with its characters, plot twists and general overall amazingnous! :) A MUST READ.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27MKOGHO2H6X5?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought this book was very well written and held my attention right up to the end.  It was believable, the characters were interesting and easy to like, and I was excited to find out the story will continue in a another book coming out soon.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33OUD2TDVZFZ1?ASIN=0439023521	Read it now!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you are the owner of a Kindle, stop reading the reviews and go buy The Hunger Games on your Kindle right now! Start reading it, but prepare to nothing else the rest of the day/night. This book will suck you in really fast and you will not be able to put it down. If you had bought it a week ago, you would have saved $4, but it is definitely still worth the $7 it is now! I can't even explain exactly what it is that makes this book (and the rest of the trilogy) so compelling, but I promise you will not be disappointed. It is incredible and just so fascinating. I had to practically pry my Kindle out of my hands while I was reading it so I could get other stuff done (like eat and take a shower). You have until March 23, 2012 to read this book before the movie comes out! I can't wait for it! Read the book first!!!! If you don't have a Kindle order the book and the minute it arrives in the mail start reading it. :) Hope everyone enjoys it as much as I do. May the odds ever be in your favor as you read it. Then go see the movie on March 23. The world will be watching.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNTNG9B4ILIUF?ASIN=0439023521	GREAT BOOK	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book because it was very descriptive. My uncles cats are named katniss and peeta. I am curious as to what will happen in the next book. I plan to watch the movie now. So basically in a nutshell, I would highly recommend this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2M0WUGA9QWA2J?ASIN=0439023521	amazing read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not out it down! It kept me engaged and very interested. The only thing I would have liked to learned more about the other tributes and the districts they were from. How the whole country became Panem and divided...a little back story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Y1CSS4L49A74?ASIN=0439023521	Good story -	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was very surprised at the quality of the editing and how choppy much of the book read. But, the characters were well developed and once I was invested in the story I had to find out how it ended. No doubt I will read the rest of the trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1A39XSD8T5J7W?ASIN=0439023521	great series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Thisi s a great series. Very interesting. There is a slow point in it where I thought I lacked the same level of imagination, creativity, and clarity. Some points were long winded. But overall very good story, and the films pale in comparison.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLA0K7E1HHTKZ?ASIN=0439023521	Fun Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Saw the movie prior to reading, loads of similarities but totally worth the read.  My kids are now grown and I am not sure this trilogy would be on their designated reading list as younger children.  Looking forward to ""Catching Fire"".</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33BQD47547FHU?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After a very slow start, Collins is in the zone when the kids hit the arena.  Had trouble putting the book down, and hated myself for reading it too fast...... you know, never wanting the novel to end, but unable to stop reading.  So Huzzah!!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MINOD16TGT2K?ASIN=0439023521	Read all three together	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a great trilogy with constant action.  Well defined characters carried the story line all the way through.  Book 2 was a bit slow and I got a little tired of the main characters' constant whining, but overall, I'm very glad I read it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19Q6FW3PSZUR?ASIN=0439023521	Good Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A good overall read. Mainly the prose and characterization set this novel out, though some of it seemed too far fetched to be plausible for me. How children who know they are likely marching to their deaths remain relatively sane is beyond me.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JIB3XI3YPASA?ASIN=0439023521	good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It started slow and had to fill in some of the unknown rules for the Hunger Games, but once it got started it was better.  I'm still wondering if I want to continue the story.  I probably will because I hate to end a story in the middle of it.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZUMVV4UU8M1F?ASIN=0439023521	Nice & easy to read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was an interesting book, even if you saw the movie.  There were twists and turns throughout the book that kept you interested until the end.  After the end of the competition, the rest was kind of anti-climatic.  But there are more books.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QUKL30NRAX8I?ASIN=0439023521	Really enjoyed all three books.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Once I read the first book I could hardly wait to read the second and third.  Could not put the book down once I started.  I did not see the movie, but heard the books were better.  Will try to see the movie now that I have finished the books.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1EA9ONQY57L6X?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Keeps you on the e ge of your seat. Wondering what's happening in the seam and how the people in the capital could really find the capitals games worth watching inicent children die.the twists of events give you hope for the children involved.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2I77T3NOZGNPM?ASIN=0439023521	DARE I SAY BETTER THAN HARRY POTTER	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">THIS IS BY FAR ONE OF THE BEST SERIES I HAVE EVER READ.  THE FIRST BOOK IS SUCH A GOOD INTRODUCTION TO THE MAIN CHARACTERS AND PLOT.  I AM NOT GOING TO GIVE ANYTHING AWAY, BUT THERE IS A LOT IN THE BOOK THAT EXPLAINS WHAT YOU SEE IN THE MOVIE.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LHA54CAQP1RE?ASIN=0439023521	couldn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was referred to this book by friends and thought I would give it a go. I couldn't put it down, i don't read a lot of books but finished this in a matter of just a few days. Easy to read and I plan to continue the series. Recommend to anyone!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LPC632CJ2NA4?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Much better than the movie.  Hard to put down (stayed up later than I should have a few times!).  The kindle version was so convenient.  I purchased on-line, turned on the kindle, it downloaded quickly and I was reading in less than 5 minutes.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2T3YXK5SO3U42?ASIN=0439023521	great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was concerned this title would be dull or would drone on forever, but it turned out to be one of my favorite books! It takes effort to put it down. It took about 3 days to read,and now I cannot wait to read the next of the three part series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FNKO9Q0ER4C3?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this story, it has love determination, loyalty and strength. Katniss is a great female heroine. I will read this over and over. I suggest you read it just once... You will love it, too and this is coming from someone who hates to read!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IFKKBVAJNWQY?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After seeing the movie I had to read the book and of course it's true once again the book is better than the movie. Although, to my surprise the movie was not far off from the book. I definitely recommend this book. Well time for part two! =)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29CW4TZCZ9RO0?ASIN=0439023521	Riveting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had put off reading this series because I really hate Gore and having watched the movie I expected the book to be worse, but the author gave just enough description to advance the story and stayed very much on point. I couldn't put it down!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1A9VHGG9G4YVK?ASIN=0439023521	Lovable Dystopian Novel	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm a big fan of Margarat Atwood, so I'm predisposed to loving dystopian, futuristic literature. The Hunger Games delivers on a bleak view of our society in years to come.  It's believable.  It's interesting.  And it's well written.  Love it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSM1DKYYJ1U07?ASIN=0439023521	Enjoyment to the MAX!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved the book, the movie had most of the parts but the book was able to fill in all the other parts.  I would say the book was better than the movie, more in-depth which I like. All in all I enjoyed the first book! Time for book number 2 &amp; 3</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2AN3XUFRCVIXG?ASIN=0439023521	Suspenseful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is so good I wanted to read it before I watched movie although I started very late and I was not disappointed and hoping won't be by the movie either! If you haven't read this book do you will enjoy it and need to finish the series!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/REVLWKKTH43Q4?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful futuristic book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This story shares a possible future society where the class system rules over the life of its people, especially its children, who are sent out to be killed in the hunger games.  The entertainment factor is more important than people's lives.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNOQ9CF0EZUML?ASIN=0439023521	Lost in the woods.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed Hunger Games.  It grabbed my interest immediately.  I don't  know if I would have read it if it was not for my Christmas gift of the kindle fire he.  The book was very well written and graphical.  I can't wait to read the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ENBSFP8FRYU9?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have seen the movie before I read the book, but the book still surprised me in many ways and filled in a lot of gaps that the movie left. I thought it was amazing, and I've just downloaded the second book, and I'm going to read it right now</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3B56PIPNW5PMT?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was hesitant to read this, fearing it would be like another twilight book. But I was pleasantly surprised and the book captured me.  The writing style took some getting used to, but I worked through it and enjoyed the book! Now for book 2!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R228HL1KFZQBML?ASIN=0439023521	never have been into futuristic BUT	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games series had some great personalities and a lot of food for thought about the future of our country.<br/>I have never liked Sy Fy or anything not reality but these were different.  Good writing and a very different story line.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23H25XNHOL3XE?ASIN=0439023521	LOVED THIS BOOK	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games book was a great read. It really surprised me how much I was pulled into the story. I can say that it's definitely a book worth reading. If you end up liking this book, you will absolutely love the second and third books too!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BXPFPGX6F269?ASIN=0439023521	totally awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book has astonished me greatly. The auther really knew how to atract people's attention. I kind of liked the second, no offense to anyone, but I didn't really like the third. Again, no offense to anyone. But the first was totally wicked!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1N5WIZ6WLS1NB?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games Awesome!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a great book!!! I finished it in the first 3 days I had it. I even stayed up late to read it. The book is good for any kid who is a great read or in middle school. It was a good combination of adventure/survive and love. Loved it!!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11AW8VXOHY54C?ASIN=0439023521	One of the Best Books I've read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm not saying it's the best book ever written. It has it's flaws and literary snobs will poopoo it. But what a fun and compelling read. I couldn't put it down. Once the games begin the book really gets good. Do yourself a favor and buy this.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJCYWHYAS0H8O?ASIN=0439023521	Action Packed	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the best book ever. It had some confusing parts, but overall it was an incredible book. It had some killing in it, but to make a long story short, it was basically a survival story while you are trying to kill others at the same time.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IJ06RLIIB9LG?ASIN=0439023521	WOW!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was an amazing story!  The author has a wonderful way of holding you captivated the whole way through.  It makes you want to read, read, read.  The characters are so endearing, and grab your heart.  A great story for young and old alike!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FY77SYNA97MG?ASIN=0439023521	Finish it in a day, talk about it for weeks	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It wasn't that I didn't want to read the book when it first came out, I just hadn't yet had the time to sit down and read it, but I'm glad I did.  The first book of this trilogy is fantastic, fast paced, action packed, and with a first person narration that actually does what it should -- let you into the mind of a character.<br/><br/>The first person narration does take some getting used to, not because it's bad or poorly done, just because it's different.  If you're an avid reader you'll pick up on it immediately and it takes some time to adjust, but it's well worth it.  Katniss has quickly become one of my favorite book heroines and she truly earns that title.  Thrown into an arena with 24 other tributes she is forced to fight for her life.  I won't give anything away, but she's the perfect example of a strong female character.  The world Collins creates in the Hunger Games is very unique, filled with the usual dystopian characteristics, Collins also manages to put her own unique spin on things which keeps it from feeling like more of the same.  It is YA, so don't expect ""literature"" here, the language is simplistic and the book is a very quick read but that's no reason to pass it up.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games creates an unbelievable and horrific society, then places you right in the middle of it.  This book lives up to the hype, if you haven't read it yet, what are you waiting for!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36XYRER5630UJ?ASIN=0439023521	A Must Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very, very good book. I did not think I would like it at all. I started to read it because my grandson encouraged it &amp; I wanted something he read to talk to him about. Turned out I really liked the story &amp; am now on to Book 2 of the trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKIFBZTN635NS?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Who DIDN'T like this book.<br/>If you are reading this review, I'm not going to tell you what happens in it, just go buy the book already.  It's a fun, quick read.  There's nothing not to like.  So much better than any of the vampire books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QR4HLLREPY7O?ASIN=0439023521	great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wondered what all the hoopla was about when the movie came out so I decided to read the book. So glad I did, and now look forward to the 2nd one. Oh, you don't have to be a teenager to enjoy this story, I did and let's just say I'm over 30</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1H2O2ONYL38L1?ASIN=0439023521	Much better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The narrative skills of the author have yet to be improved because there were some parts that were hard to understand at first and had to go back a couple of times.<br/><br/>In general the plot is good and I can't wait to read the next one</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BYSZYJZT078F?ASIN=0439023521	Great story.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is an amazing series. I read each of the three books. Plenty of twists, highs and lows with great character development. You really become fond of some of the characters. Read the series in order. The movie was good, the book is better!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20GRUGZWS6X13?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing read!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book and the whole trilogy I've probably read the series about 4 times i think it's a great read for anyone. The movies are great and am waiting to see the 1st and 2nd parts of the mockingjay. I really enjoy the books and movies.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BELM21WS1EZ4?ASIN=0439023521	Fabulous	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely love this book! 8 think I actually experienced every emotion there is while reading. It's got everything, action, horror, suspense, and romance. I can't wait to read the other books. Susanna Collins, you are an amazing author!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NBZZFNQ5S5WL?ASIN=0439023521	good read - although it tracks it is much better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie and didn't see why all the hype. so I decided to read the book. It was a very good read - I didn't want to put it down. The movie tracks the book well but the book is much better. I immediately started the rest of the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBW17EU4EJAFY?ASIN=0439023521	Brilliant	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have truly enjoyed this book/series.  It is so well written, the first person present tense really creates a sense of urgency within the story.  I love Katniss' complexity and her strength.  I will continue to read and re-read this series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RY7ZSXTCWYI7U?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm an avid reader and rarely find a book so compelling that I actively search for time throughout the day to continue reading it. A great story, well told, and characters you feel like you know after reading it. Highly recommend this one!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3N4EECDC5C1LL?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I felt the author laid the words on the page to keep you engrossed in the book from cover to cover. You felt the pain the desperation the joy of the characters and it was exhilarating. I would recommend this book to anyone who loves reading.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QZKUI02ZNJD3?ASIN=0439023521	Best book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I highly recommended this book for every body over 8-9 a little graphic for some people but I mean really it a great read for every one . It makes you want to keep reading I never wanted it to end  I mean you feel the character. Awesome book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FXIRYPBQWGHN?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I found this first book of The Hunger Games series to be very well written.  The pages fly by as Ms. Collins pulls the reader into a new world of danger, excitement, romance, and intrigue.  I  look forward to the next book with anticipation.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KYYV1F54BXFU?ASIN=0439023521	A Great Read for Anyone	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a fantastic book that would appeal to both male and female audiences. Great action, several surprises, tragic endings, and a struggle for love. Plus, the writing style of the author was perfect for younger and older audiences alike.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XGK78WTJVJLL?ASIN=0439023521	A first for me	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've never finished a book in one day before. For the most part there are no slow parts and no complicated series of relationships to keep track of. Of course this means that the characters can't really grow beyond exactly what you'd expect.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3J9TA6M0KH5XH?ASIN=0439023521	Pretty Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a pretty good book. I'm not going to be a spoiler and say the book, but I'll say about the new binding. VERY GOOD CONDITION. I LOVED THIS BOOK. GREAT BINDING. I would get this for a easy, reading that you could finish in about 1 week</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3H5X971MPEYMY?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was very enjoyable and the characters came to life before your eyes.  Bit gruesome in places but when you are fighting for survival human nature makes you fight that much harder.  Found I could not put the book down, or Kindle even.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RS91MF4IP51C1?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am not a teenager by any means wanted to find out what my daughter and her friends were reading.  I read the book and loved it, read it in 1 day.  Also got the other 2 sequels and loved them as well!  Wish some adult novels were this good.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JKJZKQG83ORU?ASIN=0439023521	Great Bookly amazing book. Suzanne Collins is incredibly talented and is just great. I would recommend it for anyone who enjoys	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book isn't a hard one to read. I personally read it in about three days, but I am an advanced reader. This is such an amazing story about a girl trying to survive, but willing to pay the ultimate price for her family and close friends.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25LG1F40HJEMN?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movies first, and still, reading the book is such a treat. It's written in first person and so provides great insight into the character (Katniss). It also made me appreciate Jennifer Lawrence even more as she really got it right.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2637ROSD5PERQ?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I can't think of one bad thing about this book. It's really a good book if you're into action and fighting. It's plenty surprising and some times it's a book you can't put down. If you consider reading it I would be prepared of.AWESOMENESSS</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UO4UDRS98EL3?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was the best book ever. It has action that leaves you on your toes. You don't expect what happens next. I'd recommend this book to readers over the age of 10. It was a book I'll never forget. And I want to the read the next books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QQXIQJRAROY8?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is one of my FAVORITE books ever....the way Katniss went up for Prim....the ending was.....amazing.I couldn't stop reading till I finished it.The suspension between some of the chapters were gut renching.Suzanne Collins a GREAT author.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39YWTIDWHD2Y9?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had heard about the book and I wanted to see if it was as good I heard. I liked it so much I read the book in one day. The nonstop action is why I gave it a 5 star rating. The writing was excellent. I definitely want to read the next book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TFKBNNJ7QMEN?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've read the book before and seen the movie. But even so, I stayed up far too late tonight, reading all but the first few chapters in one long marathon session. This is an action-packed character drama that definitely lives up to its hype.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTI8R4YQDF8MG?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this after I had seen the first movie: ""The Hunger Games"" and the second movie: ""THG: Catching Fire"".  The story line is very interesting &amp; the writing style easy to follow.  I highly recommend to readers of all ages.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R361FYWMY104ZE?ASIN=0439023521	A good start	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I started reading this because of the new movie coming out. Though the writing itself didn't wow me, the story was great and the character development even better. And of course the ending did leave me wondering where we're going from here.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MSQBFL2RWIZZ?ASIN=0439023521	Good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read it through rather quickly. This book had me coming back for more. Will definitely be reading the rest of the trilogy. Also love the kindle lending library idea. Just wish that it wasn't limited to one book a month as read at least two.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BAFNPFKGZYVN?ASIN=0439023521	Good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book ! I was engaged and thrilled throughout this book. The characters  are interesting and the concept, once accepted,is unique . I didn't think the book was very deep but I also couldn't put it down. I've read it three times.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CRWD1A21FDIR?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic page turner!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This thought provoking, well written young adult page turner will leave you wanting more.  It should be required reading for everyone 14 and over.  Well written, thought provocking and your find yourself cheering and crying and questioning.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTXBCN4MC41GU?ASIN=0439023521	Brutal game with soft romance	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The story is about a brutal game being played in a place where current social structure exists. Though many twists and turns are provided throughout the novel, somehow the events get predictable. It is interesting to read, but not exciting.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFSYYYXF5KT8C?ASIN=0439023521	Epicness	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is so good. The Games are so good. If you have not ever read it, I suggest you should.  It is so much better than the movie. The movie terrible compared to this book. This book is so good I had to invent a new word it is EPICNESS.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21UHCARBT0626?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So glad I finally read this book after hearing so much about it. I wanted to read the book before I saw the movie with a friend. Once I started it, it was really hard to put down. Now I am looking forward to reading the rest of the trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SSXP9W0NB0YD?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book...Better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is wonderful.  Much more detail than the movie has.  If you like the movie, read the book to find out a lot of things you don't know.  If you haven't seen the movie, read the book first!  It's worth it.  Great start to the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFH5SPPJBJ156?ASIN=0439023521	Great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this series.  But now that I'm done I can't find a good book to read. :(.  This story is sort of ripped off of the film Battle Royal.  Which is one of my favorite foreign films. So I was incited to check it out. Glad I did!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYZBJ0JYMJMY9?ASIN=0439023521	Good read. Complex characters	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wonder what teens really feel about society that makes this book so popular. Televising teens killing each other for entertainment?  A society so bizarre that the powerful can do this? Twisted enough to think its “right“ and entertaining?</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UFZMOMW3YFIS?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't stop reading!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This entire series is beautifully written and terribly addicting. Each chapter leaves you wanting to continue to the next. I would actually end in the middle of a chapter just so that I could rest easy! Fantastic series. Strongly recommend.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NE6AGD8983IM?ASIN=0439023521	OMG, I actually pee'd on my leg when reading this!!!!!!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Grrrrrrrrrr!!!  I am so sad that this miracle book is over!!  This is the best experience you will ever have in your life.  This is the best book in the world ever!  If only I could just touch Suzanne Collins; just once...  She is amazing!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RC4DG34EPJ8R9?ASIN=0439023521	One of the Best books to ever be published!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a must read for anyone who loves to read!! I was so amazed by this book. The heroine Katniss is not your typical damsel in distress and that makes her even more likeable. She is one of the strongest characters I have seen in a book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22T3CEFJMMTUW?ASIN=0439023521	A riviting page turner!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">You wont be able to put this book down. I dare you to read chapter one and not be hooked. It has a seemingly horrific premise, but it is dealt with in a creative, satisfying, and responsible way. Both teens and adults will enjoy this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PSPTCSFRWZIP?ASIN=0439023521	MORE please!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Once I picked it up, there was no putting it down! You can't help but continue to think about this story when you're not reading it, when your finished reading it. The Hunger Games has me eagerly awaiting the next installment in the story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KUPLQPBN6W3Y?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is an amazing read!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QNJM6R1GWXOG?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Gift for grandson.  He enjoyed.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWB3SJ5CRKU8W?ASIN=0439023521	Two Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suitable for high school girls.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HX3RR217H50P?ASIN=0439023521	Quick and addictive read with great plot	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What can I say about the Hunger Games that hasn't already been said? Very addictive read with a great cast of characters whom you're invested in. I rarely cry over characters in books, but that final scene between Katniss and Rue...oh man.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OGTBANZODANY?ASIN=0439023521	Legend	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was enraging sweet mysterious and most of all exciting. I think katniss should go with Gale they've known each other much longer and helped each other in hard times. Her and peeta have only known each other for a couple of weeks.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3P85R6W3IIXHK?ASIN=0439023521	I Love this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book more than any I have read it is a wonderful mixture of adventure love and suspense as the story goes on you will grow attached to the story and the eagerness to read will grow too absolutely the best book I have ever read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27EBCFDQS68WE?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't expect to enjoy this book as much as I did! The story started off slowly, but by the time games began I was hooked.  I can't wait to dive into the next book to see how Katniss handles her feelings for Peers and Gale.  Great book!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2G2VXBLBIMQMF?ASIN=0439023521	Shocking	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">At first I was not sure I liked the book because of the subject matter.;  suffering, terror, children, starvation, games that were played by those who could.  But I did get hooked once I got past the shock of it all and I loved the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27ZZFXKBLL8DL?ASIN=0439023521	Absolutely love it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've been so anxiously waiting to finish the book so I can start on the movie before the second part goes on the big screen.<br/><br/>I really enjoy her writing, and can I just say I love the kindle version?!<br/>On to Catching Fire. :)</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RM7SF29QIMLFH?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie before reading the book.  The movie is good, but the book is better because of the details not in the movie.  There was a lot of additional detail that just couldn't be put in the movie.  I can't wait to read the other two.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25IH0VZ0S6KUH?ASIN=0439023521	hmm- not as origional as everyone thinks	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this was a good book but everyone is treating it with high reviews for being original. Has anyone not seen Battle Royal? It is a better story than battle royal but not such a new theme. I liked it but it wasn't the best or worst I've read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQ1YGMVEZHZ25?ASIN=0439023521	Horribly Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The thought of a world like this is feasible enough to turn your stomach, but the simplicity of the life and survival of a brave young girl makes you realize just how spoiled and unknowing we are to the availability of the world around us.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UJ2V0X8SLAJV?ASIN=0439023521	Very good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was better than I thought it would be and not what I expected but in a good way I like it when you have characters you can relate to it makes it feel more real and you can feel the emotions better a must read for teens and adults</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VKIFPCUVI36X?ASIN=0439023521	Wow!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I mean, what else is there to say, really? This book is intense. I was afraid another Twilight drama was taking the world by storm yet again, but after reading this book, it is more than obvious why it has. Truly an incredible masterpiece!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2EMK9HQAIQAVF?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I actually saw the movie adaptation first then decided to read the book. Even though I knew what was going to happen I still found the book exciting and couldn't put it down. I had to read the other two right away to find out what happens!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RM6Z4MMDE483?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book, and kindle has given me an instant gratification complex. The book touches on so many relevant things, class war, hunger, the entertainment industry, and the power of betrayal. LOVED IT and the next two thanks to kindle!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27QC48Y6VEPRW?ASIN=0439023521	Twilightish	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very entertaining novel.  I'd recommend it for folks of all ages.  It does have its twilight moments but all in all it is extremely riveting.  I read it cover to cover on my kindle in a day.  Easy read, great great action.  Awesome heroine</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SKZPWTN5HLXD?ASIN=0439023521	Interesting futuristic sci-fi novel for teens	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This review will grade this book based as a `teen' book and not as adult literature.  My twenty-five year daughter really enjoyed it and told me that it was all the rage in her circles, so I decided to read it.<br/><br/>Suzanne Collins has written a decent teen thriller based on a futuristic look at the United States as it is split up into districts for various provisions (coal, farming, etc) and then the Capitol, which houses the wealthy of the land and has control over all of the other provinces.  The Hunger Games are featured once per year in an attempt to make sure that the people of this country understand who is in control.<br/><br/>The writing is good, not great.  The story is interesting, but has its share of trite, easily calculated turns.  The story does not go deeply into any areas, but the author keeps the story moving.  There are a few lulls and occasionally I found myself bored and skimming to something that would re-establish my interest.  The writing is certainly not literature, but then again it is not condescending to teens either.  There are plenty of times that artistic license is taken and sometimes it seems over the top.  Parts are gory, but the sexual content is non-existent and therefore appropriate for a young audience.<br/><br/>I think that it will make a better movie than book and shortly the movie will be on the big screen.  I rate it four stars as a teen thriller.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3V2B1EUE9XDWA?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent book, pulls you in	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had not read these books and decided what the heck Ill give it a look. Definitely worth it I read this book in 3 days in my free time what a great read it really sucked me into the entire story and the other to books did not disappoint,</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ARR9B3O52MAR?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is a thrill ride!! I have to admit the book has WAY MORE details than the movie!! The movie leaves out a lot!! I love the way Suzanne Collins is very realistic in her writing!!! BEST BOOK I'VE EVER READ!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14Y5EKZLQN6SX?ASIN=0439023521	Perfect!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This series is awesome and is exactly what I was looking for. Once I started I couldn't put it down. With the quick shipping I didn't have to wait to long to finsih the series which was awesome because I was so anxious to read this series</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2S6VGSY08EHM8?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is very well written and the story it contains is captivating. What amazes me most is the amount of detailed description in the book. Overall I think ""The Hunger Games"" is a great book and I would recommend it to anyone.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3B9D6MVJJMSJF?ASIN=0439023521	Kees one wondering!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games was a very good read because it really defined each of its characters.  It holds one's interest and causes the reader to take a very strong interest in the respective characters outcomes.  It also keeps the drama comming.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Q1I2PH5ZZUF2?ASIN=0439023521	fantastic!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book drew me in and kept me in the reading chair until I finished it.  That doesn't happen very often. Kudoes to Ms. Collins for creating a world that was believable and real. I cringed, I cried, and I cheered. Love the whole series.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1B1PD1PY1950R?ASIN=0439023521	Almost an allegory	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book after seeing the movie and was fascinated most by how it represented an evil and controlling government and the means it used to maintain that control over it's people, and how those people responded to that kind of life.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2R12QCW0C2Z4P?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Collins comes up with an outrageously good story - a real twist on ""two champions fighting and the winner takes all"" This is more of a dark tale, and I couldn't help thinking about the Diary of Anne Frank while I was reading this.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HDVZ2VOPI2VN?ASIN=0439023521	Full emotional read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Not a very like able topic for a story, but the author does an excellent job of putting the reader into the main characters situation.  You feel every emotion. As I read, I kept thinking how terrible this concept would be if it were real.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RK5GCWL65U50J?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Such  a great book. I thought it  was going to be one of those teen craze books and  it was but it kept me  on edge the entire time. It took me four days to read this book. And now  that in done can't wait to start the second on tomorrow!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UIE9IG846IZ?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games rock	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this story line. Some things may be strange but how do we know what the future holds or us. Life is full of changes could end up in this same way. It's not just a teenage book just because the characters are teens.good versus evil.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CJFJ6VCTAX63?ASIN=0439023521	Best books ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games trilogy is the best set of books I have read in my 70 years. The book catches you right from the beginning and you practically live the story. I hated to see the end of the 3 books because it was like leaving old friends.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFJ5T8HD8Z8ZX?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It took my granddaughter to convince me that this was a good book and I would enjoy reading it.  As usual, she was correct.  Well-written, action packed and I don't care if it considered a young adult read...I'm a young 68 and I loved it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IOM0PYBM3A6Z?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book kept me intrigued to the very end.  I couldn't put it down once I started it.  I wasn't sure I would like it, but it certainly caught my attention.  I can't wait to read the second book, and then the third.  What a great series!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VOBQW8873M2X?ASIN=0439023521	Decent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book to see what all the excitement was. It's entertaining but lacking in substance. It kept my interest through most of the book (which is more than I can say for most books), but I wouldn't read the next books in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10R7MKKGADSM4?ASIN=0439023521	I'm loving it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I havent watched the movie and still I am loving the book. It is my first e-book for my kindle Fire and it is OK to read on it. Little by little I am getting used to it, because as the book is great, you wanna keep reading and reading. :)</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXZ4KRVAI7XL?ASIN=0439023521	Wow!!!! Awesome Read!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great read. I couldn't put the book down, then I couldn't stop so I kept on reading until the triology was completed. I really enjoyed this story. I would recommend this to anyone whos into adventure and enjoys non stop action!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4SP9Q7WOIB5R?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book.  At times it is hard to read because it is so intense, but at other times, I can't put it down.  What a book!!!! Well, the title is saying it all.  It's about the Hunger Games.  It is the right length, and not too wordy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KWBLHXPW3HKU?ASIN=0439023521	Very good book, perfect for all ages, and a fast/easy read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book in a few days (spending a few hours each day) and felt that it was well written. It is an easy to read book, and all of the dialogue and events were effortless to follow. Some feel that the book was too violent or brutal, but I didn't find it too disturbing even as a young adult book. I read the book in preparation for the movie, so my review won't be covering any new ground.<br/><br/>I can see how the cast of the movie fit each of the roles. While reading, I could picture Jennifer Lawrence as Katniss, for instance. I guess one could argue this is bad, because you're supposed to imagine the character based on the author's description. I just imagined Peeta as a weakling that was somehow very articulate in his speech.<br/><br/>The one thing I didn't understand is how the Capitol is able to bio-engineer new lifeforms, but is unable to bio-engineer faster growing crops that could sustain all 12 or 13 districts? They seem to have really advanced medical technology as well, but leave many of the districts starving to death or to be led by an oppressive local government. The Capitol has force fields, but the districts have electrified chain link fences. The disparity in wealth and technology is quite extreme.<br/><br/>Overall: 5/5 stars. It's well written and easy to follow. I'm anxious to watch the movie now, and I'm already reading the second book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13NK8MSFAQ9JA?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it. Who cares if it isn't perfect Lit	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it. Who cares if it isn't perfect Lit.. This book takes you for a ride and you don't want to get off, ever! I only wish that she writes more adult books because I will read anything Suzanne Collins writes. Simply for the adventure.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33WS2XLXAPOSM?ASIN=0439023521	Good yarn, easy reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">First in the series that suggests where the extremist conservatives might lead the country in the end.  Sort of a caricature, but still recognizable.  The second book is a critique of socialism.<br/><br/>It's still a fun and easy read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R326YAW2EJLWP8?ASIN=0439023521	Very good book. I liked the movies better	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very good book. I liked the movies better. The romance between the main character and the two young men got old after a while. Maybe because I am a man and don't appreciate that kind of plot. It's probably me. But it is a very good book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNYL2KCV0JXU7?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is definitely my favorite book. It's action packed with adventure, suspense, love, and a few laughs. The writing really brought it to life so you can really imagine what it must be like to live under these circumstances.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQAVZ9XMYLA98?ASIN=0439023521	unexpected	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The point of view in the book was unexpected.  I have already seen the movie, and the ok is so much better.  There are parts of the story line I wish were included in the movie.  The writing pulls you into the story.  I enjoy reading it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GGVYZSTA9S59?ASIN=0439023521	One for the best	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was one of the best I've ever read. It was filled with details and had such a great, suspenseful feel to it. It was amazing and had so much feel like it could actually happen. I loved it and am definitely getting the second. :D</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDAEFMD9OYB17?ASIN=0439023521	Surprised	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I decided to start this series to see what all of the hype was about.  My nieces loved both the books and the movies.  I am almost 60 years old, and much to my surprise, I was enthralled by the story and can't wait to read the next book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GXYM2ADQGCF?ASIN=0439023521	An intense, exciting read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">For anyone who likes to get into a chair and lose touch with your everyday life, I felt Hunger Games did that for me. I was with the characters, feeling their pain, watching over them. I had difficulty putting it down, even for a moment.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YFASEUR5JOKK?ASIN=0439023521	Great story line and great characters!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I recommend people who love action to read this book, I'm 10 and this is my new favorite book what I didn't like is that there's too much kissing between Katniss and Peeta even if it is fake. VERY SURPRISING ending!<br/><br/>  .  -Jake</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSRVJQXRAP3J8?ASIN=0439023521	Good easy read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suitable for readers from junior high to my 70 years of age. Parents that don't want expose young children to extreme violence should not take children younger than 13 to the movie nor read the book. Fills in the many holes in the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NC4GT58QNH3N?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it and the excitement	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The story is unbelievable for mankind to murder people and treat each other in this manner. Collins describes everything so you do believe and you living it. The twist at end where the mutts represents each of the dead tribute was great.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NF130PRQHZCG?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games intrigue	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As this book evolves one is drawn into the electric suspense of survival. It reveals the variety of personalities and envisions the way people respond when cast into situations where only their brains, skills and cunning keep them alive.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RM5AVA9Z7PO80?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book and look forward to reading the rest of the trilogy. This is a futuristic look at what could be the way we might survive the world economy.  I hope we never have to survive in our world like the main character s had to.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RACZY7F6XEJ1M?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Omg I loved this book can't wait to start the next one. Best book I read in awhile. I like how she was so sure she didn't love them now she looking at that she have feelings for both. The action and romance between them was electrifying.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KLZ41L17WW2E?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't stop reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome book. I actually watched the movie before I got a chance to read the book. The movie did the book no justice. I didn't put the book down,and ended up reading it in a day and a half. I would recommend the Hunger Games to everyone!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23MHY2QE6D161?ASIN=0439023521	And now for something completely different	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">the first book of a trilogy is always the best; getting to know the characters and separate the good from the bad. A completely different story set in the future, a good teen/ young persons book, although a little gory and blood thirsty.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R272IYEI30AZ7Z?ASIN=0439023521	Good mind-bender.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book because my granddaughter was going to see the movie and I wasn't too thrilled with her going to see a movie about kids hunting and killing each other.  The book changed my mind, it was well done without being super gory.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DMTULKXRN3LK?ASIN=0439023521	Must read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A book that I couldn't put down. Amazing how much detail, making me feel like I was there. Love the heart warming moments. Great action that almost stopped my heart at times. This is a must read novel. May the odds be ever in your favor.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3T5W4Y6QEZPIO?ASIN=0439023521	Good book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have this book in hardback, but as I'm living far away from home right now, I couldn't take all my books with me.  I just had to buy it for my Kindle!  I couldn't stop thinking about it and liked it just as much the second time around.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PDT70F6RWSWE?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent page-turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a very exciting book that kept me reading almost straight through (aside from sleeping and eating).  However, it was short enough that I could be obsessed with it while not sacrificing too much of my life.  Good balance overall.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3T94TCUUXBLFT?ASIN=0439023521	best book ever- definately worth your time!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not put this book down! It had my attention from the very beginning. It's a great idea, and there is not a single boring moment. Characters are relatable, plot is exciting. This book will have you hooked from the very first word.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DBPOJIK8RCV4?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When my daughter told me about this series I had no interest in reading it.  Have heard so many things about the series since.  Bought the sample and am ""hooked"".  Half way through the 3rd of the series and haven't been disappointed yet.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FNQU18Q6D1Y2?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved this book and couldn't put it down. Everyone in the family can enjoy it. My husband and I loved it and even my 12 yr old. Thanks Stephenie Meyer for recommending one of your favorite books! Can't wait to read more from this author!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R307YUXO3WTBJY?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoy romance books usually, and was worried this one would have to much fighting and death, but it didn't feel excessively gory, and the focus was in the main character, Katniss, who is nuanced and like able.  I couldn't put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Y4GML49M7F2D?ASIN=0439023521	Better than expected.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was pleasantly surprised by how real the story became. Nothing too fantastical to distract from the world in which it began, but enough to keep me invested. I fell for Pita and Catniss. I fell for Romance and Revolution. Siempre .i|!,</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3COLKHTVNDKRB?ASIN=0439023521	very detailed	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">ths book is great! my only problem with it though is that is discribed rues death very well (there is nothing wrong with detail) it made the book a little scary. i would reccomenx this book for anyone older than 14 years of age. 4 stars</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3N2TOJQVKS30Y?ASIN=0439023521	Thoroughly enjoyed Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Thoroughly enjoyed Hunger Games, while not expecting to.  All the advertising and hype lead me to believe it was gruesome.  Story had depth and the characters were real. Have recommended it to others. Now hoping to afford books 2 and 3.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R66Q7KACYR4ZX?ASIN=0439023521	never out of my hands!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When i first purchased this book I was unsure if i would like it. I loved the all three books! i read the whole trilogy in less than a week as I could not put it down, I sat for hours on end reading, would defiantly recommend to anyone!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24IXZTPXEUYAH?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the first book in the series and was a great read.  You really felt you got to know all the characters involved and you were really rooting for them through the entire book.  This is a must read book for anyone that likes syphy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSCD4OMJ9W3CS?ASIN=0439023521	Interesting concept for dystopian future	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoy dystopian stories. the idea that we can allow immoral things to occur and find justification for them to a certain point. I get a kick out of it. the main characters story of survival and inner strength was great to read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TRERLZ6W9XO3?ASIN=0439023521	Incredible	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the second time I've read this book and I love it even more. There is so much action jammed in this book interlaced with romance that it's good for a wide range audience.you will be impressed Katniss  and fall in love with Peeta</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HNFTRUKO2RH5?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't stop reading! Suzanne did a wonderful job writing this book. I watched the movie before reading the book which wasn't a bad thing but some things were a little confusing. I recommend reading the series. They are well written.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SMXJJ1QWX345?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Probably the best of the trilogy.  It moves from start to finish.  I absolutely could not put it down.  It is a good idea to read this before seeing the movie.  It fills in some gaps even though the movie is reasonably true to the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZOYYIZ436FC7?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Such a creative story. The synopses of this book/series do not do them justice. It is hard to understand how mesmerizing they are and a description of the plot just sounds lame. It's a series you just have to jump into with blind faith.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25L9XXV4TA5MZ?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie first and thought it was good but not great. Then I decided to read the books and I could not put them down. Clear your schedule when you get these books because I'm pretty sure you won't be able to put them down either.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3ITSW8QFWIGH?ASIN=0439023521	I really enjoyed this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">From start to finish I was completely engaged in the stories, characters and I just would love to have more and more.  I really look forward to reading what is in store for these characters and this world that was so easy to delve into.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGXRAWZBSBVMM?ASIN=0439023521	Addictive	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A unique story that was very gripping. Writing quality wasn't amazing but the story line sucks you in that I read this book in record time and quickly downloaded the second and third novels in the series. A fun read that isn't to heavy.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWJPKNSZWMUT4?ASIN=0439023521	Future & past collide	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked this book a lot. It told an engaging story of a future world where skills of primitive existence play a major part in the outcome of a contest of great importance.  It moves at a brisk pace and the contest end is quite horrific.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KM1NRER8Q4N3?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this entire series...it was well written...and a great story..sad when it ended..I loaned them to my niece and she read them as quick as I did. They are descriptive enough to give you a picture without excess detail..Great story.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RA0PWTK5Q9A3M?ASIN=0439023521	Very entertaining for all ages	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great, easy, entertaining read ... didn't appreciate the story line until I started reading the book, I was hooked with in a few pages and now can't put it down. Into the 2nd book and and pins and needles to find out how the story ends.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KSI93LNGYOBN?ASIN=0439023521	A great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I gave this book a five star rating because I love this book. The movie was great but the book is so much better.  It really keeps you guessing because it is so much more than the movie. If you haven't read the book I encourage you to.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35968E11JWF5C?ASIN=0439023521	Nice and easy reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">love this series.... nice and easy reading.  this is a series that you better have all of them before starting because when you start you don't want to stop.  You finish one book and you need to start the next to find out what is next.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FD78IJFIHZNR?ASIN=0439023521	Quick read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Was not sure what all the hype was about this series. A bought it and it sat on my kindle for a rather long time. Then I saw another movie was coming out this year and desired I guess it's now or never, better start reading. Glad I did</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DCHOM14EEOA3?ASIN=0439023521	outstanding	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is an amazing book. I watched movie so I had to read book and it was well worth it. So much more detail and suspense in the book. Not a guy who usually reads books but I must say I enjoyed this one. Looking forward to the other two.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHCMAMB2Q58TH?ASIN=0439023521	Enjoyed it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I watched the movie first and I'm glad that I did. The imagery in the book matches the movie perfectly and it was very easy to s see everything in my head while I read the book and learned all the extra stories that the movie left out.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R376XGKS9V5GAI?ASIN=0439023521	3-star is high	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I like the girl and Peeta. She's tough brave and never gave up. Peeta's sweetheart. But the story still too romantic to be real. It seems it was the love that led them to victory. I doubt if love could be so powerful in the real world.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23YNIG5T29B8Q?ASIN=0439023521	Great Entry in Distopian Fiction	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was the premise of The Hunger Games that originally got me interested in reading this. I do not feel that it disappointed. You can relate to many of the characters and really feel for their struggles. I great start to a good series.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UPUFTFVQVMEL?ASIN=0439023521	EPIC!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a awesome book I like all most as much as Percy Jackson I read I think 8 in two days!!!I finished this book in,ONe day it's epic!!!as the title says please read and enjoy THE Hunger Games<br/>My the odds ever be in your hands!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NVXUS6Y0CH5U?ASIN=0439023521	Good book:)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Was a quick read.  Gave it a 4 because it drug somewhat at the beginning. I just didn't feel the connection with the characters were exciting enough to read book #2.  Haven't seen the movie, but am sure it moves along a little quicker.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCDUNHL2YHYSR?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't expect myself to like a book targeting at young teens, but I love this book, and the two others that follows. It is violent but at the same time thought provoking. It doesn't glorify violence. It is a highly entertaining read.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1R8ZUZ49EFN57?ASIN=0439023521	Great reading!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I borrowed this book about a year ago,  then purchased the next 2 in the trilogy. Also purchased the movie. I decided to go back &amp; purchase book #1 so I have the whole set.  I am rereading and enjoy it even more the second time around!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FSQ02UKENG57?ASIN=0439023521	Could not stop reading!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I Love the suspense of this book, it was the main reason that I would spend all reading to finish this book! I could not put it down. Of course I saw the movie version of this book first and thought why not read it, but I'm glad I did.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KS77VJV0VFOI?ASIN=0439023521	Delightfully dark	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love this book! The romance distracts the reader from the massacre that is 22 teenagers. Got to love the excitement of wilderness survival alone, then add in a spice of gladiator into the mix and you got a book that you cannot set down</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2U7ENZBBZ3KVO?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games (kindle edition)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was fantastic!  I honestly did not want to stop reading and would get excited thinking about when I could resume reading it.  I am now on book two and I rented the movie (The Hunger Games) last night.  Love modern technology!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQQYAT3WTTTPF?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought this book after the movie so my wife could remember the ending before she started the second book. Great series for young adult to adult. My wife could not put these books down and could not wait to start reading the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17INV0M0U4UWY?ASIN=0439023521	Simple yet Imaginitive and Symbolic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What struck me about this novel was how Collins had achieved what most aspiring authors and even accomplished authors cannot achieve. That is a simple straightforward story that is filled with powerful symbolism and potent imagination.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1EUS5415XMQQ0?ASIN=0439023521	Lives up to the hype	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of the few modern YA novels that lives up to the hype. A very good post-holocaust dyastopian story reminiscent of Lord of the Flies and some 50's SF short stories that were anthologized in the Orbit annuals. Harrowing and engaging.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTGE6GZZUOWNL?ASIN=0439023521	Couln't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's been a long time since I started reading a book an have drawn in from the first page. This book is truly amazing, entertaining, suspenseful and romantic at the same time. I absolutely loved it and highly recommend it. Great story!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RE8XSG08C7FZ1?ASIN=0439023521	Not just a juvenile book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is a real page-turner. It's interesting that it portrays violence but at the same time is opposing it. It gives a pretty bleak view of a possible future world that I hope the students reading it will take as a warning!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R324TU6ODS1D0B?ASIN=0439023521	Sucks you in and never lets you down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book sucked me in from the first few pages and it never let me down! The book wraps up enough to feel satisfied with your purchase but leaves enough for you to want to jump into that next book immediately.  I cannot stop reading!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQALKHYA82WE6?ASIN=0439023521	Can't wait to see the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved the book almost as much as Stanek's Kingdoms books. Hunger Games is fantastic from start to end, and I couldn't wait to read the others. Read this before seeing the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8RVPMSPIHLT8?ASIN=0439023521	Absolutely AMAZING!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">(This comment encompasses feelings toward the trilogy as a whole, not just The Hunger Games...)<br/><br/>Collins has created a world that is so raw, so powerful and real.  The characters were real and I cared about them, despite their faults.  The story is compelling.  You're drawn in from the first page and consumed by the emotion of it all.  It's full of action and violence and suffering, but the way that it is presented is perfect...it isn't gratuitous.  The love story made my heart ache, but the physical romance wasn't over-the-top.  There was a real sweetness to that aspect, and when coupled with the tragedy, new meaning was added to each.  The writing was spectacular... all the right words - nothing too flowery, nothing too plain.  There was a catch at the end of almost every chapter that made continuing necessary, but it never felt forced.  Each of the books in this trilogy leads to an end that you think you can predict...but this story is really in the details.  There is no way to get to the end of the first book and not NEED to read the second, and then the third.  I fell in love, had my heard broken over and over and sewn back together, had hopes shattered and renewed...lost track of how many times I actually cried.  It's rare that any book can move me so much.<br/><br/>Thank you, Suzanne Collins, for creating and sharing such an amazing story!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MUL0RHV5GFYJ?ASIN=0439023521	Battle Royale	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The reason I bought this book was because 2600+ mostly positive reviews indicates that this must be a good book.<br/><br/>Personally, I enjoyed it, but it's not exactly the most enthralling work that I have read lately. It is worth a read though.<br/><br/>Moreover it seems like they are definitely going to adapt this into a movie next year. So maybe all the more reason to give this a read.<br/><br/>I didn't read all 2,672 but I was wondering if anyone noticed that the parallels in the premise of this and Battle Royale.<br/><br/>I am not suggesting that is a bad thing, dystopian fiction and gladitorial games are not entirely uncommon.<br/><br/>***Spoiler Alert***<br/><br/>There are just a couple of striking similarities.<br/>For one the fact that it is all teenagers between the age of 12-18.<br/>Two, the kids take off at the start and snag up various useful items, weapons or backpacks.<br/>And naturally the brutal battles that follow.<br/><br/>***End Spoiler***<br/><br/>Again, I am not really knocking this book for being similar, the concept is common enough, I'm merely pointing it out.<br/><br/>Which means if you loved this book, you should rent or buy a copy of the movie Battle Royale immediately. BUT DON'T watch the sequel, it was filmed by a different director, and it was terrible IMO.<br/><br/>*edit<br/>Apparently many people had already drawn that similarity. In fact Stephen King drew that same similarity.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R219YW74TG25UD?ASIN=0439023521	i'm not really 100% sure why we like katniss but we do	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i should have stopped with this but i wanted to see how far it we would let literature get. i guess i fell into the trap. i think people just can't believe what they are reading. i'm not really 100% sure why we like katniss but we do.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R53CHX1RGKWDR?ASIN=0439023521	amazing! way better than the film	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wish the movie had followed the book a little more closely!! especially the last three days with Peeta and Katniss...it would have added depth and reality to the film. On its own this book is amazing! I read it in exactly one day!!!</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1N1JOXQV3NDGX?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought this book was amazing. The plot was flawless and the characters wonderful. I couldn't put this book down. You really got to know the characters and felt deeply moved by their actions. It was one of the best books I have read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1B27XWGARVL27?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I first heard about The Hunger Games, I was like ""oh great another Twilight wannabe"". Well I had my mind changed completely. The Hunger Games books and movies are way better than Twilight and I suggest you check them out.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6ZC94F3KQSLE?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought the book hoping it would be keep my sons entertained. It sure did! Very interesting book My sons read the book and found it interesting. The only downside is that they did not want to keep it down. I highly recommend the book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2H28RVLT6HKQ2?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games: Review by Taigan Proctor	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I gave this book a 5 star rating because it was a beautiful book. It expresses the feelings of Katniss and Peeta. The book also had lots of adventure added to make the book more fun and interesting. Over all, I really liked this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R364S1ZHFCE0OS?ASIN=0439023521	But scary	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The story was really good but it was a bit scary to think about how something like this could happen. All around I was completely satisfied with the purchase and have purchased the next two books as well. Definitely keeps you riveted!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2V48S38DRI4UJ?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is not my normal fair.  When I started to read it I found myself getting more engrossed in the characters and I was hooked after the fourth chapter.  Easy to read and couldn't put it down.  Look forward to the other two books now</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DKYPCWAYNHRV?ASIN=0439023521	"""Hunger Games"""	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was interesting, but more for teenagers than adults. It is a far fetched story &amp; got more interesting as the story unfolded, but the grotesque beings that showed up near the ending were a little  too ""Harry Potter""  for me.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FJHX3OXANSNW?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow I can honestly say I have found a book that is better than the movie. Was hesitant about getting this due to the fact that the movie was action packed, but much to my surprise so was the book and I can't wait to read the next one.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DYIR4DHDCHHY?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is definitely five stars! The descriptions of places, events, and people is awesome! You can actually picture the settings. This book would be good for anyone with a sense of adventure and imagination. I highly recommend it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RT1NKN2XGII8E?ASIN=0439023521	Too much expectations	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I think that the author could do something better with the idea. The book starts really good but then the reader expects for action and hard scenes and instead she resolves all the issues really easy. I won't read the other two books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RE51ALUEUO493?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I became completely obsessed with this series after reading The Hunger Games, Book 1. It's a MUST READ! You'll read it so quickly you'll be sad it's over, so be sure to get all three books so you're prepared!<br/>I love love love it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NZ6I2M45YYWK?ASIN=0439023521	The Books	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am a little past half way reading the last book of the 3 in the series. They have been very hard to put down, very interesting and well written. I can't wait until the next movies, although I know the books include much more detail.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NXW9AC2DXHOT?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could barely put it down!  Refreshing, delicious!  Suzanne Collins writes effortlessly and brings the reader intimately close to the thoughts of the Katniss... a pretty scary place at times!  I definitely recommend this book series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R344Z443ELXP6L?ASIN=0439023521	OMG BEST BOOK EVER	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the best book ever, better than Harry Potter!!!!  I love how the characters are so different and you can really picture this book in your mind!!!!!!!  The Second is as good as the first book, but the third is a TOTAL let down!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LYY3PBREZ435?ASIN=0439023521	I didn't like the movie but as usual loved the book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A very quick read.  I didn't like the movie but as usual loved the book. You get such a great insight to Katniss' emotions you don't get watching it on a screen. The things that happen to the kids in this story disturbs you at times.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14KMEY1ZD7XSX?ASIN=0439023521	loved the book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Enjoyed the movie too. I like the slight differences between both... They compliment it format. The movie tells the story they way it should for the big screen, and the book covers the details and story with a behind the scenes look.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SAY1L57WN5RU?ASIN=0439023521	Rally entertaining	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">excellent story with just a few flaws, I did enjoyed first person perspective, it keeps you stick to the pages until the end, all in all is a great story but it lacked some details about this twisted world that I would liked to know.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3ABJYXUG654L4?ASIN=0439023521	Not Bad	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After seeing the movie, I finally read the book.  The concept was excellent.  However, I must say that it was anti-climatic, and a bit different than the movie. But, all in all, if I had to choose, I'd choose the movie over the book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1O5OA93NOX0ZJ?ASIN=0439023521	So good...that it was over in two days.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the first book I have read in a long time, and it was the perfect choice to get me back on track. Beautifully written, it sucks you in right from the start and doesn't let you go. I'm looking forward to reading the next book!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MVX0T41WRKZM?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is a love story but it feels more real than some of the others out there. It's a great read, it's written well, and over all will just hook you right in and keep you there.<br/>I recommend this book for anyone teen and up.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMRNIN4GEDFYO?ASIN=0439023521	Good, easy, read that keeps you involved	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I jumped on the bandwagon and picked up this book just to see what all the hype was about. Like many novels, the story was wayyyy better than the movie. Again, this was an easy read that had a hard type putting down until I was done.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2K6PIXM38D9RK?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was one of the best books I have ever read and one of the first books that I have read and a few days later went to the theater and watched it.  The book was better.  I recommend reading the book even if you have seen the movie.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBPG4SYZK8SW6?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I found The Hunger Games to be a very riveting story. One I think could be enjoyed by a broad range of readers. The story kept me on the edge of my seat and I found it extremely difficult to put down. I cannot wait to start book two.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3T0IHK4I7RCJE?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is fully action packed and has a bunch of romance and love for your family. I chose this rating for this blog because the book was actually that good. And I would recommend this book to someone who loves action and romance.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UXYF5PXFU5IV?ASIN=0439023521	fantastic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">very, very enjoyable read.  wonderful imaginative story with a very identifiable main character, katniss.  very glad i read it before seeing the movie.  so much background for movie scenes would have been missed if hadn't read first.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3ATQKV8B0J3UR?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie as always	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I teach 7th grade so of course my kids have been into this series, I just never had a chance to read it but my husband got the movie, which I loved, so I wanted to read the book and wasn't disappointed. Can't wait to read the others!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1L7L7TCDLRHQF?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was pleasantly surprised at how much I was enjoyed this book.  Though I thought I would be out of the target age range for it, it kept my attention well enough. Nothing bad to say. I did hear the movie was better. Will have to see.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1G2Y816AQLABQ?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's a well written, easy to read book.  The characters are believable in their own world and well written. Just bought the next in the series and I hope the story line and characters can stay as strong an believable as in this book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BP3M1YFBGJ9W?ASIN=0439023521	Love it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie before I read this but am so glad I took the time.  The book really lets you know the feelings and thoughts the movie assumes you will understand.  Love Katniss caught between feelings of love for both Peeta and Gale!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BPJ0TB8X2602?ASIN=0439023521	Great book about the future	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Would recommend to anyone who likes mystery and future happenings.  Enjoyed it a lot. Finished the book within two days of reading especially when I don't have much time to read. Read it and you will enjoy it.  On to the second book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FXXN1X8RAX5V?ASIN=0439023521	Totally Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great set of books.........Nervous about the movies,<br/>but always recommend a read of the stories before<br/>seeing any movie.  The characters and the actual<br/>thought that this might happen one day....is very<br/>intriguing.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WYH91YBRKPXA?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the way this book takes you places that merge reality with fantasy and makes you live difficult to imagine situations. It has been my come back to novel reading this year and I'm lucky to have picked the hunger games trilogy.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VWE813ELVSF5?ASIN=0439023521	A Reluctant Fan	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I held out long after every friend told me to get this book, mainly because of all the hype the film received, but then, two days ago, I broke down. Fast paced, gripping, even emotional at times. Just read it, you'll be glad you did.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3T1OIOSGDEX6U?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">These books were absolutely amazing! I somehow managed to read all three over a single weekend. I dowloaded the sample to the first one and was immediately hooked. They just get better as they go on. I definitely reccomend all three!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11V3S1KTSWCTS?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Almost everyone has read the Hunger Games but if you haven't you MUST.  Great read and all three books are a MUST.  I got the books for a great price on Amazon so take the time and buy them and read them all.  You will not regret it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXB51FW80KDEP?ASIN=0439023521	LOVE THIS BOOK	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I haven't even read all of this book but I'm in part 2 and I all ready love this book...but I know a friend that has read the book and he says that rue dies at the end...happy hunger games!!! And may the odds be ever in your favor!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17LAZIGZDHTS3?ASIN=0439023521	completely glued	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">At first i didnt know what to expect when reading this because it was a suggested series to start reading, but once i started, i was completely glued and i loved this book as well as the others. Great read! And i loved the imagry : )</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16OMBPT3OKAMS?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My daughter loves these books!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33D4OAJKNRKEV?ASIN=0439023521	Finally!  Smart Teen Fiction!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My daughter read the Hunger Games months before I did, but she finally convinced me that I needed to take a stab at the book.  I've read many of the same books as she has over the years and one of the major complaints I've found about other series is that they seem to pander to teens.  That is treat them like they're only the only things they're interested in is romance and love eternal and other ""shipper"" type ideas.  While that's okay as an ASPECT of a teen novel, it doesn't have to be the entire premise.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games proves this.  This series of books treats its readers like the intelligent and discerning young adults that they are. It gives readers a glimpse of a gritty, depressing world - a very realistic future outcome -  and the atrocities a dictatorship can visit on its peoples.<br/><br/>Most who would read this already know Katniss' story so I won't beat that horse.  I will say I thoroughly enjoyed this book for its very honest handling of some very touchy material.  I liked that romance was not only in the back seat it was fairly nonexistent in this book.  Katniss' interest in Gale and Peeta is more out of a survivalist's eye rather than a romantic one - the conflict it creates rings truer than most relationships I've read in recent years.<br/><br/>I would recommend this book to anyone, teens or adults.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFPWOAQ5MUAZU?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games - Book #1	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great first book to the trilogy.  Very intriguing.  Way more detailed than the movie.  Definitely a must read.  You literally cannot put the book down and it ends so abruptly you immediately want to buy book #2 and continue reading.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WLDIUZ6QNV6K?ASIN=0439023521	Best book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I usually do not like reading books, in fact I hate it, but when I started reading this book,I could not put it down and I was reading all day and all night and it only took 2.5 days to read it! It is by far the best book in made!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NCT5TCHASV7F?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wasn't sure how different the movie was from the actual book like so many other series seem to  be. But I was pleased to not only see the similarities but also to be able to still picture the movie scene into the pages I was reading</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2E5YZJEC47WVG?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Admittedly, I saw the movie before reading the book, but the movie made me want to read the series.  I found the book hard to put down, better than I expected.  I plan to read the rest of the series and so I definitely recommend it.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WEGMABFD2HEZ?ASIN=0439023521	OMG	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed this very much. It was so exciting and so full of suspense, it just kept me guessing and hoping, oh my gosh I have got to read the next one. I would recommend this book to anyone from 3rd grade and up it's an awesome read.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R169XDZYQ6Z3TD?ASIN=0439023521	EXCELLENT	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was captured from the first page. Catniss is the best character I've encountered in a long time. I loved the whole thing from beginning to end. The descriptions and plot line are so imaginative and engaging I couldn't put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WM2Z7UPZW5DX?ASIN=0439023521	Whoa!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book will blow your mind. I recommend this book to those who have some guts and love mystery.  I've been teased how I didn't watch the HungerGames or read the book but now I've read the book and can't wait to tell my friends!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29HI7MUZ6WP3S?ASIN=0439023521	Series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I watched the movie first, but I was sure there was much more to it than what they could show on-screen. Reading the story made it much more close to the heart and I read it all in just a couple of days. The story is very involving!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1H03V35726USL?ASIN=0439023521	A Great Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book because it was strongly recommended by a family member whose opinion I trust.  I was pleasantly surprised by how enthralled I became at the onset of the games. I literally could not put it down. It was a great read.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R210NMR4CL8KGB?ASIN=0439023521	wonderful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Like most of the world, I love these books.  It shows the classic fight of good versus evil as Katniss Everdeen is thrown into the arena of the hunger games where she must fight for her survival against 23 other young men and women.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CF9EPI7HEME8?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good opening to the story, is agood setup for the rest to follow. I would have like all three books to have been one. The last book mocking jay killed the whole series with what seemed like a shortcut ending. Could have been better.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1503MGM409MM2?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Such a fun and entertaining story for people of all ages. Collins is an awesome story teller and I can't wait to read the next one. The Kindle version is very well done and is not chopped up weirdly like some other kindle books are.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R325NAF9AKJZ8S?ASIN=0439023521	the hunger games book review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">wow, this book really touched my heart. You pick up the book, and through the first 2 chapters, you wonder why you are reading it.  But when they hit the arena, the action starts. And you will cry in ths book. I highly reccomend it.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MZLZRZ4NQZ9U?ASIN=0439023521	Great, but not for everybody.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Not what I expected - in a good way. It's a much more mature book than people make it seem. I wouldn't recommend it for young kids though - all the violence and death and suffering gave me nightmares! But it's a delicious adventure.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVJB6H88KEPYL?ASIN=0439023521	Enjoyable reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Totally entertainment lecture, easy to read and already looking for the different releases from Suzanne Collins. At the beginning I thought would be more allocated for the young but not at all, everyone would have fun with the plot.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RWEBJH9K84UK?ASIN=0439023521	Brilliant	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was just going to go and see the film but I am so glad now that I decided to read the book instead. Brilliant story, keeps you on the edge throughout. Just bought the 2nd and 3rd book and am really looking forward to reading them.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5IDYAQ913ESU?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic Read!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was unsure about reading this book since it is not the type of book I normally like, but I'm so glad I read it!  I absolutely loved it! The whole series is a must read!!  I read all 3 books in just a few days, they were THAT good!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RI0B6VT1FXHT5?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was very exciting from the beginning. I had a really hard time putting it down. The characters were really good and I hope she does a follow up on this one so I can see exactly where all the characters went after the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPKLPJFOCWZOU?ASIN=0439023521	Insane	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fabulous details 100% better than the movie good read for kids 10 to 40 years in my opinion but again fabulous details I would totally recommend it for you so definitely 5 star and I suggest reading the entire series there good too</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KL685C1ZPAAK?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Seen the movie first, so it made the book easier to read (lack of a imagination). Wanted to see how far apart the movie was from the book. And I got to say they are pretty close minus some parts. But overall a great movie and book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KTAB8LNMNRNH?ASIN=0439023521	Better than expected...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I of course saw the movie before deciding to start the trilogy after just finishing another sci-fiction trilogy.  As usual the book is a lot more enjoyable and descriptive than the movie ever could be. Just an all around good read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJWMSRC88T0A1?ASIN=0439023521	excellent writing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not put this book down. In fact, I read it twice. This is a must read. Read all 3 books twice. Saw movies 3 times each. Can't wait for Book 3 to become a movie. Rumor is Book 3 will be in 2 parts: 1 Dec 2014 and 2 Dec 2015.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMPZRZYQ00Z3E?ASIN=0439023521	Nice adaptation-- for adults	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Nicely adapted from the book, likely due to getting Collins, the author, to work on the screenplay as well. I am amazed that this franchise is considered ""Young Adult."" I'm in my 30's and find it all challenging to swallow!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15994TVLA6H1M?ASIN=0439023521	Best book I've read in years!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is one of the best reads I've had in years. It is a story of a young girl in a surreal world where anything can happen and what one person will do for the security of their family. Everyone should read this book. I loved it!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNELBLMVARWLM?ASIN=0439023521	This book is simply fantastic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I can't even begin to explain the loathing I had for the movie because of how glorified the games were,where in the books it dives into by he fact that everyone hates and despises it, this book is amazing and I'm now a die hard fan</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25T81JUV4IXAD?ASIN=0439023521	Awsome book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't know of this series until after the movie came out.  But I was looking for something new to read, I was only 1/3 into the 1st book when I bought the 2nd and 3rd, as I knew then I wanted to read those as well.  Great Author</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GIH0ZMRN0V3I?ASIN=0439023521	5 = AWESOME	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was very, very good. I love this post-apocalyptic genre and the young adults being the central figures in it all. I can't say enough about how good it is. And I don't have to, all the reviewers before me have said it all.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNIWWV4EBWPL2?ASIN=0439023521	Surprisingly, I really enjoyed it.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was prepared to read this book, knowing that it was aimed at a young audience. I was pleasantly surprised to find it very well written, and didn't seem like a teeny bopper book at all. I was only disappointed when the book ended!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QNFR1T4W962Z?ASIN=0439023521	An amazing survival and love story.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought I would never find another epic story after reading Harry potter. But Hunger Games is amazing! It has Acton romance and drama and suspense. I can't wait to read the next book ! I highly recommend people to read this book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DB6Z266S012Q?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was very good book, even after seeing the movie it kept me interested with every twist. I would recommend this book to anyone who wants to read a good book about adventure, and I look forward to reading the next in the series!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PHBXELA9KMLI?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was very good I lover the detail I have a question can you come to my school and talk about how does it fell being an Arthur our school is Westside school district in laurel hollow 1597 laurel hollow road superset ny 11791</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQ266ZI9FKA6E?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely loved this book. I had seen the movie first, thought it was good, but wasn't impressed.<br/>I sampled the book and read the first chapter so fast, I bought it immediately. I am now almost finished with the final book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3C3Z1MB29DDFR?ASIN=0439023521	So good I couldn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of the best books I have read in a while. It seems very real.katnis is so mentally and physically strong yet emotionally clueless and the tension is painful. Love it! I hope the next book helps me understand their world better.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1H7OY4MSR9W25?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I picked this up a while ago because I kept seeing it rising in the bestseller ranks. The hype did not disappoint. I've gone back and read it three times. The character development among the contestants and Capital-Folk is awesome.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30L6O7NH879S0?ASIN=0439023521	Good story, poorly written	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The story is exciting but the writing is redundant and often irritating. The characters are shallow and underdeveloped, and the plot twists are relatively predictable. Very clearly written for a young audience despite the violence.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38ITNO66YQ695?ASIN=0439023521	better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book in one and a half day then onto the second one and 3rd read all books within less than a week.. the book was soooo much better than the movie so if you liked the movie which i did you will absolutely love the book!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1S8OTTAHBAGQB?ASIN=0439023521	Okay read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">While a really interesting story, the actual writing leaves something to be desired.  I started reading it because I thought the movie was pretty good, but it was hard to read because of Suzanne Collins inexperienced writing style.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QFL0KYIIBMH4?ASIN=0439023521	I couldn't put these books down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I just finished all three and can't say enough great things about these books! I usually read before I go to bed because it calms me but these books were so intense I'd find myself up later than usual.  Can't recommend them enough!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22B1597PUER9Y?ASIN=0439023521	Page Turner to the Max	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">From the first page I was hooked and found it difficult to do anything but read.  Subject was so disturbing but very thought provoking and very clever.  Need a break before I read another book that sweeps me away this trilogy did.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2I10TSK8KYRJQ?ASIN=0439023521	very good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i found the movies ok but not that good but i wante to give the books a chance. i lobed the Divergent serie and as this was suppose to be even better! no regrets! finished the first book in a day! couldn't wait to start the second</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38YFGDOUF0FZM?ASIN=0439023521	Really Good Book, a Bit Overrated	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">You may hear people say, ""I LOVE THE HUNGER GAMES!"", but honestly, most of the publicity is overrated; now people are reading it because it's mainstream. Regardless, it's a really good book, but the series gets repetitive.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DNK5EJIUWXC2?ASIN=0439023521	LOVED IT!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I buy books on CD as I drive 14 miles to work.  I loved this series.  I am listening to Catching Fire now.  I am in the process of buying the third CD.  After I finish I donate my CDs to the library so someone else can enjoy them.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RW6JGQTXKQHU4?ASIN=0439023521	Our Family Enjoyed the Series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My first Kindle book.  Now it's hard to read a book on paper.  This book was fun, but at the time I felt like there were so many questions, and so few answers.  In the end, I can understand why, but it was frustrating at the time.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2I28OAXCV73AX?ASIN=0439023521	Just sucks you into their warped world	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great read.  Collins pulls you right into this messed up world that she creates.  It provides an excellent heroine for a young woman.  She is strong and adapts to everything.  You will read all three if you start book 1!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OS512R9Q6DN4?ASIN=0439023521	Good story telling	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't like underlying concept at first. But story gets you hooked. It's a story of survival but at the same time the struggle to do what is right. But whatever that decision is, it will have consequences and things will change.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZ5R86GO7ZXNY?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Sacrificing herself for her sister's protection, her knowledge of the forest, animals and plants pay off.  Instead of attacking, she shares compassion and forms small alliances to survive as the victor.  Hard to put the book down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KVN1GNK46O48?ASIN=0439023521	Outstanding First book of a series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a ""can't put it down book.""  It reads quickly and you're drawn into caring about the characters.  But be forewarned, you're also going to want to read books 2 and 3 in the series; and they are equally entertaining.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25PTT6UKKGW2X?ASIN=0439023521	Don potter.  ,,	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">excellent<br/>good character development<br/>believable action<br/>actions sequences imaginative<br/>solutions to difficult events intriguing<br/>occasional need to suspend normal conventional limits<br/>entireably enjoyable</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3K85UJ13A7B6N?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful I love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The whole love thing so mind wrenching I love Katniss dresses and the area set up the primary thing was the climax when they were about to kill each other because they wanted to be together forever cannot wait to read the next one</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PE5SILHWI6IY?ASIN=0439023521	Finally I gave in and read it.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I never go for whats popular, but finally I gave in.<br/>It was an easy read, (in fact i read the trilogy in 4 days) just couldn't quit reading. I was compelled to know what happened next throughout the entire series from page 3.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKD0CDMSJJ2OI?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger GAmes	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After seeing the movie, I had to read the book to see what I was missing, enjoyed the book even more than the movie, I am now on the last of the series. Collins has me hooked on Sci-fi which I never thought I would read until now.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PTEJVQ0AORDX?ASIN=0439023521	Riveting Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I either love a book and devour it quickly, or I dawdle, trying to finish what I've started. This is my third time reading The Hunger Games --my first book read through to the end on my Kindle Fire. I could not put this book down!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AKW4V90Z9FP5?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's been awhile since I have been this spellbound by a book. I think it speaks to the dangers of what could happen within our society with our preoccupation with reality tv and violence. I can't wait to read the next installment.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TDV1FX0JZS4X?ASIN=0439023521	WELL DESERVING OF IT'S PRAISE	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book will keep you turning pages well into the night.  Imaginative, well written, great character development.  You feel you are right there. At the end, you'll be yearning to continue the second book of this popular trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16H0JDEBZQMI7?ASIN=0439023521	Great movie - even better book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It seems that the book is always much better than the movie, and though I really do enjoy the movie, this book is no exception to that opinion.  Could hardly put it down and can't wait to start reading the next book in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JFEH2ETHX7OX?ASIN=0439023521	great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My daughter kept telling me to read this book and I finally did and couldn't put it down.  I was so surprised that I would enjoy a book like this.  Had to get the second book as this one drew me into what was going to happen next.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AYZLAC9G90YJ?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A very emotional book that made me question if this author is a writer for kids. I mean who writes a book about kids being forced to kill each other, I know I wouldn't! Though I must  admit I enjoyed it. A four star book for sure.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1EKXB9WOJVBD5?ASIN=0439023521	Love this book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was given this book as a gift as was initially hesitant to read them seeing as I am not quite in the age group the were targeted towards. The action was hard to look away from and the characters were very easy to empathize with.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3EC8KEB5X68BQ?ASIN=0439023521	The Hungry Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was totally captivating through all of the chapters.  I was hooked from the first page to the very last.  Suzanne Collins has a terrific imagination and is a good author.  I recommend these books to everyone of all ages.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HUBUAWH5CPPF?ASIN=0439023521	This excellent book left me wanting more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fabulous excellent! Breathtaking! Just can't wait to read the next book! Could not put bit down! Just the kind of book I love! Would absolutely definitely recommend this book and will be reading the second book as,soon as possible</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1X3C3YGDRRRB4?ASIN=0439023521	HungerGames	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is definitely a page turner and will keep you interested from one chapter to the next until you finish the book. It is well written and very emotional with a great heroine as the leading character. I highly recommend this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UDPRRSCJ2URX?ASIN=0439023521	Really good read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book and story line captures your interest and holds it for the entire book. I think it is so appealing because it is not out of the realm of possiblity that a similar situation could happen. At any rate it is a good fantasy!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PAYJE5CVMYIU?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was excellent. All my kids have read it and raved about it and finally I decided to read it before the movie came out and I couldn't put it down. Actually read it in about 13 hours and couldn't wait to start the 2nd book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24GUJL9BRKRJV?ASIN=0439023521	Second impression!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">At first i could not stand the book and i never finished it . BIG mistake! its awesome! So even if you dont like it the first time please please PLEASE read it again! I would hate for someone to have a bad impression on this book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1EFIBRZDDD1RM?ASIN=0439023521	Simply Incredible	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I heard all of the hype surrounding these books and decided to try it out. I am glad I did. I went through the whole trilogy in a week and had it not been for school and work, it would have taken far less time. I HIGHLY recommend.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R161LX0MB0NQSX?ASIN=0439023521	Good Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Book is totally awesome only took a couple of hours to read cause I didn't want to put it down. I wish I would have read the book first before seeing the movie to see it played out on screen i would recommend as a good read book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30QIOGT09AOTT?ASIN=0439023521	A Gripping Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was a gift with my KIndle Xmas 2012.Didn't think I'd like the book but finally read it one week ago. Couldn't put it down and as soon as I'd finished I purchased the rest of the Trilogy. Can't wait to see the movies now!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RB1WVIF9K4WM1?ASIN=0439023521	A fabulous book you should read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is a very good book to read then watch the Movie and you will be very surprised about how alike the book is  to the e movie and t heyday like tree e same thing in the Movie as they say in the book. You should really try it out</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ILFZ9U0SSQJO?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I watched the movie before I read the book, I was on the edge of my seat I found myself thinking about this book when i was working or doing something where i did not have the time to read!  Breathtaking and just an amazing book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RW2OX2163E0OD?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is an amazing book. I bought it for my boys to read, ages 10 and 12, and fell on love with it. I would recommend it to anyone who loved the movie or is just curious about the story. A very good book and a definite must read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MI33AQ9WDNTO?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is one of the best books ever. I would not recommend it to anyone below the age of 10 because of some rather gory details and scenes. I can not wait to read the next book, because this book ends in just the wrong place.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20EIUBW3FE6RT?ASIN=0439023521	Great!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I CHOSE THIS BOOK BECAUSE I HADN'T SEEN THE MOVIE.  I wish it ended with  their families and communities  showing their feelings about the games.<br/>I gave the book the rating because it kept me wondering what will happen next.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35X66EF3ESPR7?ASIN=0439023521	hungry for more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Enjoyed the book, read it to connect with my two older granddaughters. They have seen the movie and are in the midst of reading the whole series and nana has to keep up.  I'm in hopes as I read the next one it doesn't disappoint.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13GYROJ1RH9VG?ASIN=0439023521	BREATHTAKING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger Games is the amazing story pretty much everyone knows. I am definitely a team PEETA fan but I love this book to death!!! The beginning didn't contain too much action but as you get farther I KNOW YOU WILL LOVE IT TOO!!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3R1GC9R43892C?ASIN=0439023521	Good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book kept my attention! I'm not a fast reader or anything and get distracted easily. This book kept my interest from the get go. It's a must read book that you will love!!!! I can't wait to read the second and third book!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ESFAGEZEVUF6?ASIN=0439023521	Heady and Grusome.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is NOT for tweens or teens.  It is an adult book about teens who are faced with life and death choices!  I found it facinating and quick moving.  Could hardly put it down.Katnis is the girl you always want on your side!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2X6V3UUT5C15I?ASIN=0439023521	The book is intense, it catches your attention from page one. As the book continues it draws you in more and more page after pag	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was an amazing book filled with action, adventure, and a small love story. It keeps you enthraled to the point you cant set the book down. i can not wait to read the next one in the series and see what new adventures lie ahead</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25535VARO8LX0?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was hesitant to read this book because it was billed as a book for a younger audience.  My son convinced me to read it and I was extremely happy that I took him up on that suggestion.  It was well written and thought provoking.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R371OCV9ERA02R?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was so easy to buy this book and it was reasonably priced.  I've already bought the last two to complete the trilogy. I also saw the movie last week after finishing the first book and can't wait for Catching Fire to come out!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8MSODGNR3CWW?ASIN=0439023521	The Sins of the Fathers....?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">In retribution for a long-ago revolt, the losers are forced to send twenty-four children every year to fight to the death for the amusement of the victors.  Vaguely reminiscent of the contest in Stephen King's ""The Long Walk"", this competition is made all the more monstrous by its sheer pointlessness. All but one competitor will die, but the last one standing will live a life of wealth and luxury.<br/><br/>Coming from a district where death by starvation is the norm, Katniss and Peeta are sent to the Capitol to compete in the 74th Annual Hunger Games. For a short time they are fed, pampered, dressed in lovely costumes, and then sent to the Arena to fight and die.  Reminders of ancient Rome abound, and even the characters in Capitol City have Roman-sounding names.<br/><br/>The story is heartbreaking and gripping at the same time.  There is a resolution to the question of who wins the 74th Games, but there are many unanswered questions about the people and society in general...their brutal treatment of so-called 'traitors', and the sense that 'treason' means something very different in this world than it does in ours...the possible fate of anyone who defies the rules...these leave the door open for sequels and I look very forward to reading them.<br/><br/>I want to know more about this society and these particular people.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XYFKSUGBR8JJ?ASIN=0439023521	Good and Enjoyable Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games took a little bit to get into. Other than that, it was a good and enjoyable book. The Hunger Games was an interesting book, too. I recommend this book for people who enjoy interesting, intense, incredible books.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROZDJ2BDOQ5AD?ASIN=0439023521	a great balance	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The story was well balanced. Parts that the reader naturally wanted to know more was woven into the narrative. There was a little bit of everything, but not too much of any one thing so as to sacrifice the integrity of the plot.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21INKAPO658IK?ASIN=0439023521	Phenomenal	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was phenomenal. It had everything you would want from big time action to a romantic drama. The book starts off right with action and keeps it from beginning to end. Anyone who tells you otherwise is incorrect, frankly.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTKIXJGYAMOY6?ASIN=0439023521	AWESOME!!!!!!!!!!!:);]	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is AWESOME!!! This is one of the best books I have read! I rate this a five because this book just pulls you right in and you can feel all emotions throughout the book. Please read this book- I recommend!!!!!!!!!!!:);]</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FK5ZXD37SN4J?ASIN=0439023521	Sublime	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I found this book to be incredibly intriguing and exciting, although it has certain parts were it is kind of slow phased, overall it does gets you to feel the enviroment of the weird reality and time where this story takes place</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFUVODCOUVNEU?ASIN=0439023521	Great imagery,  solid characters	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Quite an enjoyable story in spite of the violent nature of The Games. Ms. Collins has created an exciting story full of fast paced action, extremely relatable characters and excellent imagery,  Looking forward to reading book 2.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R303P5TLCED03W?ASIN=0439023521	Best SciFi I've read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wary about reading it, but found myself racing through it as I couldn't out it down, some gore but considering the overall story, I wouldn't expect less.  I don't do trilogy books but this series MIT be an exception.  Good read!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XAJI0QHPUE19?ASIN=0439023521	Surprised me	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Better than I thought it was going to be.<br/><br/>A few people that I work with really enjoyed it and had been talking about it.  I finally decided to read it so we all could talk about it.  I had a hard time putting it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HLP3N2GRWW53?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wasn't sure how I'd feel about this book, considering everyone and their mother was raving about how great the movie was. I still haven't seen the movie, but the book was fantastic. I'm looking forward to reading the next two.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LL640TAE59WC?ASIN=0439023521	Fresh, brilliant, compelling.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This view of a US distopian future is fresh and compelling, and relevant to today's political dialog.  Now a great movie, it is still better to read the book first (or at least go with someone who has!).  A fast, enjoyable read.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TDZD9U55XV46?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Th detail of the violence was utterly amazing... Peeta's love for Katness was so wonderful, I loved it. Though I was forced to hate the Capital I found it so... interesting. I think over all the book could become a go to for me.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OPCV63ZPJB7S?ASIN=0439023521	Outstanding	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wanted to read this book because there was so much buzz about the movie. l prefer books over movies as there is so much more depth to the story. I could not put this book down! It kept me on the edge of my seat the whole read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1F2WP8U7SXG4Y?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was an awesome book to read. All three books were amazing! Once I started reading them, I couldn't put them down. I read all three in about a week, and they were AMAZING! I can't wait for the rest of the movies to come out.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYZE0L9GM7UY9?ASIN=0439023521	a curious read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The amazing popularity of this book (and subsequent movie) enticed me to order it  I admit it was an interesting read, but one appealing to the generation(s) younger than I.  I'm still undecided whether I want to do the sequels.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BJNHRHC4R5B1?ASIN=0439023521	A Definite Page Turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">OMG!!!!. . . the Hunger Games is sooooooo incredibly good. I bought the movie and as soon as I finished the book, I watched the movie.  The book is a MUST read prior to watching the movie. If I could give this 20 stars, I would.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UKGO6Z3ZGYS6?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wonderful characters, great story.  You have to read the entire trilogy.  Book two is slow in the first half.  Book two also ends  abruptly.  Hang in there.  The third book is very good also, and ends with a sense of completion.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2P1M40ZIX83G1?ASIN=0439023521	Incredibly written & captivating	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Thoroughly enjoyed the first of these 3 books. So much so I went straight on to the 2nd one, Catching Fire. Brilliantly written, action packed and full of emotion. Vowed NOT to watch the film until I've finished the book trilogy</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QA7YX4M1VVP3?ASIN=0439023521	I was surprised at how much I enjoyed this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">All the teenagers in the family had read this and loved it so I thought I would see what it was all about.  This book certainly has a fast moving storyline and I enjoyed it so much I had to get the final two books of this series</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RF2KAJVF124E7?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I downloaded this book a while ago but thanks to a friend of mine mentioning the book, I just decided to read it.  I thought it was a great book and I have already downloaded the 2nd book Catching Fire to see what happens next!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UL011B0286M8?ASIN=0439023521	OMG	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book takes you through so many different emotions, you really feel like your in Kattniss's shoes at some stages. Though, I would've liked you to add more info about other tributes. Thank you so much for this fantastic read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FZ27ILBNESLF?ASIN=0439023521	Great book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I find it difficult to put this book Down. I have reading to my wife many years/books. When she drops off to sleep I cannot resist reading a few more pages, knowing I will have to re-read these pages tomorrow night. Great book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R171LCTJPOJ6FR?ASIN=0439023521	Best book I've read in a long time	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I can't put this book down it's even better than the movie.  In love with Peeta. Katniss has heart determination and isn't one dimensional like most heroines she struggles to keep her humanity. And she isn't goody goofy either.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10FP6DAT7ACNS?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games-Catching Fire	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The quality was great and the content was exceptional, My wife and I have watched both movies twice and will probably watch the movie a third. We will be  waiting with baited breath for the third installment to come out. James.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2R5282P4LWKTY?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic book...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I can hardly wait to read the next, which I will start in a few minutes. Again out was a great book. The book was of course more involved than the movie. However both were, for me a five star rating<br/><br/>G00fn0ff@live.com</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VQPHS85OJL8I?ASIN=0439023521	thrilling	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Such a real story. There are real emotions and confusion with feelings. While I typically have trouble getting into a book where I've seen the movie first, this book was very close and more pulling than others. An amazing read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R209GCWE8T0FGT?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is such a great book and I look forward to reading the next two. I think all the raw emotion in this book give it more off a sense of humanity that the movie was lacking. I loved the movie but the book offers so much more.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27XTQMUSSV32T?ASIN=0439023521	Great beginning to a great series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As is often the case, the book gives so much more detail and adds so much more richness to the story.  If you liked Hunger Games, the movie, you owe it to yourself to read this....and then Catching Fire.....and then Mockingjay.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R362BIA8ZL6E53?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent story!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing imagery and suspense buildup. When Thresh meets Katniss, I'm at the edge of my seat. A cliffhanger ending that will get you rushing to get the sequel! I recommend it to any reader who enjoys action, suspense, and drama.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Y4VFNJ2EX5HW?ASIN=0439023521	great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I received the book in a weeks time. It was very fast. The book came in great condition, and it was a spectacular book. I will buy from this seller again, which will probably be soon, because I need the next book in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROVZY43TKTABY?ASIN=0439023521	Love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm not going to lie, I watched the movie and thoroughly enjoyed it. My youngest daughter wanted to read the book with me, so I bought it. The book is great as well. I can't wait for the other movies or to read the other books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R228Q4G5KRLTUL?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I chose this rating because this book takes real world problems today and brings them into a futuristic world. I personally liked this entire book. I would recommend this book to anyone definitely older than 13 at the youngest.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MBXB70KUUWIC?ASIN=0439023521	Well worth a read regardless of age.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Didn't like the movie to this at all but thought the book was very good and descriptive. Great for any age but I think it would be great to get young/ older teens reading this. Great example of descriptive and creative writing.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16Z1VO1TLUB5Y?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's been awhile since I read this book and when j decided to read it again, I still fell in love with the idea of the girl on fire and the boy with the bread together. I still felt the excitement :) Suzanne Collins has a gift.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3EDXLWM3Y36F5?ASIN=0439023521	wow	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have read this book a few times now and it doesn't get old. I enjoyed the .movie even if I like the book more. A must read for some though I am sure just as many won't. Keep an open mind. Don't want to spoil it but she lives.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2T6ZYQM2HVNWL?ASIN=0439023521	heartwarmimg	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Chose this because I just saw the movie, here in the book it really made the characters come to life ,the depth of the feelings are more defined and because of seeing the movie made it so much better .very well done a must read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TIDFO5CO7UBA?ASIN=0439023521	So amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games was one of the most incredible books I've read in a while! I absolutely loved it. The second one isn't as good and the third one barely holds a candle, but the first one is so great. I recommend it to everyone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15AD9YFFFK8KN?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put this book down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Absolutely  fabulous book. I would highly recommend to anyone. I was a little apprehensive at first when I thought about the macabre story line, but was so enthralled in the action... Can't wait to get my hands on the next two!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DWO30F6F5YZ1?ASIN=0439023521	The best of the Hunger Games series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The first book in the Hunger Games trilogy, I think this one is the best. It's a fast-paced quick read full of adventure and suspense. I had hoped the movie would be as good as the book, but isn't the book always better anyway?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFPC1GSX9TQPK?ASIN=0439023521	Trashing the media and the Government. Yeah!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm an old fart and way out of the demographic for this novel but I finished it and liked it...not enough to get addicted to the romantic angle of the story but I love the trashing of tyrannical government and the stupid media.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12PZR4IR97RJN?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games Review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Just watched the movie! The movie was good. But its not as good the book! The book  The Hunger Games is amazing! I'm already on the 3 series! Very excited to read it! Love Peta's character! And love Katniss! She's strong! *****</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BH3MOVDZRFY3?ASIN=0439023521	Finally, good YA!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Worth reading. Well written. Plot is strong. Characters have depth. And a book with maybe 1 typo. So many books I read nowadays have so many typos and grammatical errors. It's like copy editors don't exist. Not with this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RH0BTS6T5PI0A?ASIN=0439023521	What a ride!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Welcome to Panem, the former United States, that is now divided into twelve districts that are run from the Capitol which is located in what used to be the Rocky Mountains.  The twelve districts once got together and tried to bring down the Capitol.  They lost and as punishment, each district is made to send one girl and one boy between the ages of 12 and 18 to participate in The Hunger Games each year.  Once there, the children have to fight each other for survival because there can only be one winner.  While the games are going on, it is a requirement that people everywhere watch and it is televised around the clock.<br/><br/>Wow, what a ride!  I really enjoyed this book.  While there are similar books out there, this one was different enough to stand on it's own and be considered original.  At least I think so.  The author did a great job with the characters, specifically the character of Katniss.  She was so strong and smart, especially to just be a teenager.  My one complaint with the book is that it ended where it did!  Now, I have to get my hands on the next one and soon.  Maybe as soon as I'm finished typing this review...anyway, if you enjoyed this one, I highly recommend reading The Long Walk by Stephen King.  It's a novella, so it's short, but it is an amazing story with a similar concept.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IGGJ7H9CE0E7?ASIN=0439023521	Spectacular book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Once I started reading this book, I just could not put it down.  The name of this book was The Hunger Games, by Suzanne Collins.  This book was about a girl named Katniss.  She lives in District 12 of Panem, a continent that used to be North America.  Every year or so, a boy and a girl, between the ages of 12 and 18, are chosen to participate in something called the hunger games.  In Panem, there are 12 districts and the Capitol.  Katniss's younger sister, Prim, is chosen to participate.  Since Katniss doesn't want her in the games, Katniss takes her sister's spot.  A boy named Peeta Mellark is also chosen to participate in the games.<br/><br/>  This book is full of action and romance.  There is some violence in this book.  I would not recommend this book for kids under the age of 11.  The book might be too violent for them.  Also, there is lots of kissing and hugging in the book.  This is a great book for anybody over the age of 11.  Even older people may enjoy this book.  The Hunger Games is probably one of the greatest books I have ever read.  There are a lot of twists and turns in this book and there are lots of suprising parts in this book.  This book is also a little bit sad.  Anyway, if you love reading, get this book now!  Trust me, you will love it!<br/><br/>  - Jonathan M, age 11</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2M2HMWLOPMT5K?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was awesome because of all the action. The only thing I don't like about this book is how Peeta got so mad about at Katniss. But otherwise, the book was the best book I have ever read. I am sad it is over though.😢😀</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RI4HGEHWLESW0?ASIN=0439023521	Very well written novel about a dystopian future	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very well written novel about a dystopian future. Although it's considered young adult literature, I read it when I was 25 years old and still enjoyed it. You don't have to be a teenager to enjoy this wonderfully written book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3V8JROQP7B2F0?ASIN=0439023521	Great Story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great book. However, part of Suzanne Collins children's book writing comes out in it when it comes to sentence conjugation and making sense as an adult. However, the story was great and you should definitely read it.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R977EIAE6971Y?ASIN=0439023521	Love this story!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Already have seen the movie, but wanted to read the book.....can't put it down!!! And since I have seen the movie, I can picture the scenes on what is happening. But I think with the way it's written, you could do that anyway.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10I9ROLYCR42L?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't read it, and know I'm in the minority - but it was boring to me. Then watched, or fast-forwarded through the movie, with the same opinion. Not my cup of tea. So, rave on, fans. If I stand alone, I still don't like it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RUCT066T2I2D?ASIN=0439023521	lives up to the hype	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm late reading this series, but I enjoyed it.  Characters have depth, plot is rich with insights into human interactions and relationship between government and its citizens.  Oh, yes....the adventure is one I'll not forget.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTNJVHEAO9ZAQ?ASIN=0439023521	loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i bought this book by accident.....but i must say i was happy i did...i absolutely loved the book and will get the other two as well.  i liked it so much that i think i want the actual books in these and not just on my kindle.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R174Q94AUP917T?ASIN=0439023521	I wasn't sure...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't know what to expect when I began reading 'The Hunger Games' but it didn't take long before I was burried so deep that I didn't hear the phone, doorbell or barking dogs.  QUIET EVERYONE.....................I'm reading.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RR7QMRCXKGSCL?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book because of all the excitement and drama that it had. I would recommend to anyone who loves adventure and a good story. I rated this book five stars because it is one of the greatest books that I've ever read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPALLN6CXF32T?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The story kept moving with a constant stream of furious page-turning to find out what happens next. It had love, humor, and plenty of action. The characters were perfect and the detailed descriptions made the story come alive.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XYGR3T5B3GH6?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am still reading... but so far so good. I bought this for college read and actually have enjoyed it more that I thought I would. . It is way better than the movie due to the authors description and captivating story telling.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NMZ0LAIP3CLO?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book will keep you glued to the pages until the end. It is a good read for older teens and adults that like the sci-fi/fantasy genre. I would be worried about letting younger teens read this series - it is pretty violent.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCXASKG0QG62B?ASIN=0439023521	Exciting, Keeps you wanting turn the pages faster!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I Love to read but I need to have a writer that can put me in<br/>the story, Suzanne Collins does this. You are afraid, sad, happy,<br/>you can smell the woods, and  hear the sounds of the strange birds.  Reading ,BOOK TWO!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6ZS0XWHLHXCQ?ASIN=0439023521	Not what I thought	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie first and I heard that the book and the movie was just about the same I knew that I had to read it and I it was great and I am the type of person that doesn't like movies that are books but this one is awesome.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QG76XGLMJL3X?ASIN=0439023521	Interesting, smart read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't know why I waited so long to read The Hunger Games, but I am glad I did. While the subject matter is kind of dark, I think the heroine's<br/>perseverance through it wholly makes up for that. Definitely worth the read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2L3BWIZ94QDS5?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I did something I rarely do. I watched a movie before I read the book. I kind of don't regret it though; the whole book I could ""see"" what I was reading. The book was of course better, and I just bought the rest of the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLLUDLC8HU841?ASIN=0439023521	Much better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie first and loved it. I needed top know what happened next so I bought the book. First one I ordered on my new kindle fire hd actually! Any who it was so good! So much detail! I cant wait to read the second book!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R198FCTVVOP1HX?ASIN=0439023521	playing the game to survive	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Controlled and manipulation. no one likes to be controlled like a puppet,so when Katniss and Peeta are required to play the Government's    death game, they are able to see thru the subterfuge and win. At least for round  one.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PWSB40Y4OTZJ?ASIN=0439023521	I love this book and didn't expect to	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is excellent.  Riveting story, great characters, compelling, wonderful pacing.<br/><br/>My daughter made me read it...because she loved it.  I loved it too.  Forget the hype...this book is storytelling at its best.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QONTGPTE9CH7?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was a fantastic example of dystopian YA literature. Ms. Collins builds a believable and remarkable world. I can't believe it took me this long to discover this. Will be picking up the rest of the books in the series.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LW30P2RDKTGM?ASIN=0439023521	Best way to view the entire series.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was pushed by my daughters to read this book, especially after the hoopla regarding the movie.  It is always easy to read on Kindle.  After this book I purchased the ""trilogy"" and got the entire series which was a good read.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39A2VX8QBQ9UY?ASIN=0439023521	Great!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed it a lot, it was one of those books that you can't put down... I loved it. I had seen the movie before reading the book so I imagined everything as in the movie, but I liked the description of the book and the story.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWABS8TKBC9G7?ASIN=0439023521	Once I got into it I couldn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't usually read science fiction. Sci-fis are usually a bit esoteric for me. This was different. The story was well structured &amp; flowed easily. It was a good read. I'm looking forward to reading book 2 of the trilogy next.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5X7RE21IZLIC?ASIN=0439023521	My review.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is a good book to pick up and read. Awesome story with awesome characters. You will get hook to it very quickly and you will not put it down because you just want to keep on reading and want to see what happens next.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CZENEDB4TCVQ?ASIN=0439023521	"""Happy Hunger Games and May The Odds Be Ever in Your Favor"""	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw The Hunger Games movie and immediately had to read the book.  All I can say is Wow.  This was an amazing, dark, compelling, incredible read.  I loved it.<br/><br/>It is disturbing and sad to think of a future where the government of Panem, formally known as North America, takes one boy and one girl from each of the 12 districts (24 tributes ages 12-18) and forces them to fight to the death for the entertainment of the Capital, but that is what The Hunger Games are.<br/><br/>Katniss Everdeen and Peeta Mellark are the two tributes from District 12 who are the current year's contestants in The Hunger Games.  This is their story of love and survival and what they were willing to go through to keep themselves and each other alive.  I really loved Peeta.  There is nothing sexier than a man who will do anything, including risking his life, for the woman he loves.  I was moved to tears several times while reading this, trying to imagine the horror, misery and utter brutality these kids were put through. This is an amazing read by a brilliant author.  My only regret was that I waited so long to read it.<br/><br/>I highly recommend this incredibly dark, brutal and compelling novel filled with amazing unforgettable characters.  It was a very disturbing read for sure, but amazing nonetheless.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13MQUV0YWYVZ6?ASIN=0439023521	perfect order.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">fast ship, perfect order. Thx</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3S3V1XEA4R05F?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Never thought I would like this book as I am not much into fantasy or sci fi and this book kind of describes a parallel universe - perhaps in the future. But it's excellent. I couldn't stop reading it. Now to download book 2!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18M9SZW98TX5K?ASIN=0439023521	gripping suspense	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was not sure I would enjoy this story, and the dark theme of the Hunger Games caused me to think about putting the book down, but I kept reading and was rewarded with the dramatic story.<br/>I can't wait to start book two.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UUGKLVS3CQHJ?ASIN=0439023521	I Love The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is such a fascinating book. Once you begin reading you cant put it down until you finish it. I liked it and have the others to complete the trilogy. Read them before watching the movie and some scenes will make more sense.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2W8RMFMJV7VD6?ASIN=0439023521	could not put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">to be honest, I was turned off by the TV/movie hype, and did not expect to like the book.  I was very surprised to find I could hardly put it down!  I immediately bought the 2nd and 3rd books, and look forward to reading them</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZU8PL5BIUH42?ASIN=0439023521	Love love love	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am in love with the hunger games series.They are fantastic amazing super awesome. One of the best book series in the world. I am obsessed with the hunger games and I LOVE Peeta Mellark.<br/><br/>GO PEETA and FINNICK ODAIR</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17VFBCJNP21HF?ASIN=0439023521	Very moving	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this is a very captivating story. I couldn't put it down. though I do have to say it is very hard to read as a parent. I can't imagine watching my child going through the hunger games. I'm definitely reading the next books!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBQ0SW9BEN80Z?ASIN=0439023521	Gripping	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Could not put it down! A great read, troubling yet dynamic. A sign of a great book when you think about numerous times during the day and look forward to picking it up again. I want to go get Katniss and let her live here--:/</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2H6X6YZ12YY05?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games by Collins	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I will not rehash what everyone else has reviewed. However, I definitely enjoyed the book far above the movie - though the movie met all my exceptions and I recommend it as well. Quite the book for the adventurist. Excellent.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GVAW8PVC6MFZ?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games rating	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book!<br/>Suzanne Collins can make you feel like if you were in the event.<br/>You can feel the tension that Katniss feels, and the pain of Prim when Katniss goes to the hunger games....you can actually FEEL it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWKFZLBDNDP7G?ASIN=0439023521	Good enough	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's a great book,after watching the movie,I thought that the book would only make me relive the movie,but reading the book it's like watching the movie in another perspective. Nevertheless,the book fails with its love story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WPKAA5JJ7ZJY?ASIN=0439023521	Best Novel Ever!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was absolutely my favorite, not gory at all, and kept me on the edge of my seat. Too many emotions for each individual character you meet. Whether it hatred or love or weeping that they are gone are all apart of this book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34I144QE9F1UX?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Saw the movie before I read the book which is unusual for me. There were certain spots that the movie departed from  the book, but still enjoyed both. I'm going to read the next installment before the movie version comes out.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YZ8SZW51RSX0?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Enjoyed the first book of the trilogy. Nice to see that the movie followed the book fairly close.  Nice to be able to connect some of the important pieces ,not seen in the movie , that were important pieces of the back story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R53QRFLI6O760?ASIN=0439023521	We all loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great series, as everyone knows.  We got them all and have passed them around to all of our friends.  If you haven't already read them, what's wrong with you?  Where have you been?  Good for teens, young adults and grown ups.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QA7Y8Z2WXLO0?ASIN=0439023521	Pretty Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed this book.  I'm a Twilight fan, and was expecting it to be a little different than it was.  It honestly was a bit more graphic than I thought it would be.  I can see if you like Twilight than you'd like these books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GFZD3JHX7RI8?ASIN=0439023521	Surprisingly amazed	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was very pleasantly surprised at how much I loved this book. I didn't understand the hype of hunger games. I was completely uninterested but read it anyway and now I'm addicted. Total fan. Can't wait to watch the movie now.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35W0RHIXFEI62?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins has made a book that is just the right amount of comedy  tragedy  romance and fear. I couldn't put it down I have read the book twice now and still love it and can read it again. KEEP ON COME IN SUZANNE!!!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTQ63H39K84HA?ASIN=0439023521	Worth every moment of reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">How fabulous was this book! Having heard so much about the story, I kept an open mind whilst reading. However,. I loved it, and loved the whole trilogy. Was disappointed that the story had to end. Will now go &amp; see the movie!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VHIMRHEUR0FN?ASIN=0439023521	Best of the series IMO	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really like this book and how its written. And personally, I think you could stop @ this one. I felt like the 2nd one was a waste of time and the 3rd one really didn't deliver for the amount of time I put into reading them.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18ZMU9LYNLA8H?ASIN=0439023521	Very nice teenage scifi	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The issues that are addresses in this story are interesting and can make our teenagers think about issues of autocracy, democracy and wrongful use of power. The plot is well put together and the reading compelling. Good read.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRX3U4LO9MRPU?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wasn't sure if I wanted to read this book. But everyone suggested it and now I'm hooked! I saw the movie when it first came out so I don't really remember how it differs from the book. I could not put this book<br/> down!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29AHYDV8WFA7U?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful!  Couldn't put it down.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It has been a long time since I have read a book that I just couldn't put down.  It was well written and thoroughly engaging.  Just get the trilogy...  I felt the same way about the 2nd book and am finishing up the third now.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2X4RFHSN4SNXT?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A page turning,hard to put down book. The trials and tribulations of the young people in the story are not so far fetched that they are unbelievable.I couldn't wait to read the next in the series,and then hated for it to end.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18Q9ERMWEWSBG?ASIN=0439023521	Breathless and Captivating!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">With so much buzz around the Hungar Games I decided that I had to give in and read it for myself. It was sepll binding!  This is a must read for people of all ages. It is the perfect combination of action, drama, and romance!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VYET901BVQ20?ASIN=0439023521	Great story!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I can understand why this book has been made into a movie. It is well written and easy to read. I love the characters and it gives me something to think about. I look forward to reading the remaining two books. Great trilogy!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6LGDNTZCSSRH?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A very good leisure read for traveling and when you just want to go somewhere else. I read the book after watching the first three movies and I now understand so much more. I will definitely be reading the rest of the books!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12CMQIGUZ5CY0?ASIN=0439023521	Exciting and unpredictable!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read! I couldn't put it down and managed to finish it in 2 days! It was exciting and I found myself trying to figure out what was going to happen but I could never quite figure it out. So unpredictable and suspenseful!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RM2GI9AWCRUTU?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very well written. It draws you in &amp; your hooked to the point you can't put it down. I've read the entire series completely &amp; have started rereading them to refresh my memory for the release of the movie Mockingjay Part One.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3J8GD3I1QP0VE?ASIN=0439023521	IDK HOW TO FEEL	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">MY EMOTIONS ARE SO MIXED AND IM CRYING AND LAUGHING AND SCREAMING ALL AT ONCE, THIS IS MY 5TH TIME REREADING THE SERIES AND IT NEVER GETS BORING. I SHIP EVERLARK TO DEATH, AND THIS BOOK SERIES IS AMAZINGLY WRITTEN BY COLLINS</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MMR7V7DAO12E?ASIN=0439023521	great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suspenseful. Graphic but you had to keep reading.  The plot of children being the weapons was hard to fathom but her bravery and cunning excelled.  The characters were interesting and held your attention throughout the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9LBTA7JCLZXW?ASIN=0439023521	Easy Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a fast pace, easy read of a book. Great for kids or adults like me who don't have time to read a George Martin epic. The book creates a lot of suspense and goes into much more depth on the characters than the movies.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25GWFB71VL9N?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I can honestly say that I do not like to read and a book has to really keep my attention to keep reading. This book has done it! Everytime I had to put the book down, I couldn't wait to pick it up and start reading it again!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1S6X72CUOMQER?ASIN=0439023521	Never in a million years....	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was told this was the new twilight. So figured I would never read it. I am so glad they were wrong! Amazing book, very well written, and a true joy to read. Thank you Ms. Collins for giving the world this beautiful series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZZ6FADPQIJ0P?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love it<br/><br/>Love it love it love it love it love it love it love it love it love it love it love it love it love it love it back by bridge bass bridge bar beast beast back bar back beast bar bar big big beast BIG TIME</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PU14C842XJJN?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent work Collins did a fantastic job of making katniss very complex,and adds deep emotional complexities for both her and peeta. A difficult feat to accomplish while keeping the language simple enough for all audiences</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NXI3CG5IB5J7?ASIN=0439023521	Sweet	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love the book love the movie love The Hunger Games I personally love Katniss  and Peeta I love the drama and suspense and I'm only10 years old love ""The Hunger Games"" and Susanne Collins. The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2E3JSZXGZW3GA?ASIN=0439023521	Perfect combination!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely love it! This book perfectly joined a mini romance with violence and some scary parts. Gives me heads up on what's in the movie. But I kind of wish that it would speak more about Katniss` relationship with Gale.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6DXVHGDSLE3B?ASIN=0439023521	comparable to harry potter	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I know that it seems like a stretch, but I've never been more in love with a book trilogy except harry potter. I love the metaphor and the way Collins makes it seem like this could really happen. I liked the first book best.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3A8IFETX8AN41?ASIN=0439023521	This book was great!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book. The survival drama in The Hunger Games was epic and I couldn't stop turning the pages.I strongly recommend it to anyone who loves stories which always leave you interested and with a craving for adventure.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QFLW406L6KBE?ASIN=0439023521	Great book but not for kids	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My one dislike with this book is that it is marketed as a children's or tweener book and it is absolutely not appropriate for that age bracket. It definetly has a lot of adult content but is a well written entertaining read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PBQZ3YHNG2WS?ASIN=0439023521	An Enchanting Tale	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've seen the hunger games movie so I was curious to how much I would actually enjoy the book. I read the entire book in a day. I just felt as if I was able to watch the movie again with a ""backstage pass"". It was phenomenal</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZSXCY04E1HEW?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book in only two days. I just could not stop reading it! Before you turn it down I don't think of it much like a love story like twilight. It is more action than anything. I am definitely saving up for the movie!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQ5SOTFC1NRFN?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thoroughly enjoyed Hunger Games.  As soon as I finished it I immediately bought the next two books in the trilogy.  I am almost done with the 3rd book.  This was a great trilogy.  I have not seen the movie yet, but I will.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UMEGGEP95N2C?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book is suspenseful and held my interest throughout. I would describe the story as apocolyptic and associate it as to how depraved human activity can become without God in their lives.  Maybe class it as science fiction.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24AU4DGM9FZ56?ASIN=0439023521	Great read!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great book! very well written! Lots of imagination went into many of the characters in this book. Chapters always end where you must keep reading to see what is going to happen next! Cant wait to read the next one!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OSKBY0ZPYXNQ?ASIN=0439023521	Best of the Series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was also recommended by my daughter, a Middle School teacher and It was one of the most interesting books I have read. I recommended it to my children and grandchildren and they ended up reading the entire series.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGFF2H3GXJ2CE?ASIN=0439023521	Good Read About a Futuristic Society	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Book was good reading with lots of surprises, unless you saw the movie first. I hope I never live in a society like the one in the book - sending out children to be killed on TV. Sick entertainment for a futuristic society.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RINDL0T2ATI1U?ASIN=0439023521	It is just so interesting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have to admit I watched the movie before I read this book but honestly the book is more complete and real. It captures more fully the range of what was being experienced and provides closure while leaving me wanting more.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLMYUOA3DETXI?ASIN=0439023521	worth reading, more than once	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Gripping story. Flawed characters were plausible with personal growth and depth. Could understand the setting and circumstances from the characters' eyes. Was not dumbed down and shallow. Author seems to respect the reader.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YSTV4YSHUD0V?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is wonderful, I absolutely love it!!! There is action,humorous moments, suspense and most of all romance which I guess is why I like it. All in all its a great book and I can't wait to read Catching Fire!!!!!!!!!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3APSPXYICHA36?ASIN=0439023521	One down.  Two?  Not sure~	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a different read for me...good but a bit 'Futuristic' for my reading taste.  I did just watch the first ""Hunger Games"" movie and it brought to life the book, for sure.  All our kids loved both book &amp; movie!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2EF3FHKWVVFBR?ASIN=0439023521	Mind blowing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was mind blowing and I'm only 10. I could not put it down. I would DEFINITELY recommend it. It's also WAY better then the movie. I am already halfway through the second book! Suzanne Collins is a wonderful author.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZWWWUEIT1NT6?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for more...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is worth every word. Much better than the movie. Although, I highly recommend seeing it (after reading the book, of course). After finishing the , don't be surprised if you want to jump straight into the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PTJBX390E9R9?ASIN=0439023521	Thriller	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is a great series, hard to put down once you start.  I devoured al three books in the series and was excited to watch the movie when it came out.  Definitely a great read for those Fiction lovers out there.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33YY5K6KF2V6R?ASIN=0439023521	I love it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I seen the movie before reading the book and loved it. But as always, the book is much better. So much left out in the movie. They could have done so much more with it. I'm a little disappointed but movies never beat books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FKSKFI524B2I?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger-ific!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best romance/action packed novel. If you have seen the movie, there are only a few differences, but the book in my opinion is much better. It is a very detailed novel and i hope Suzanne Collins continues her wonderful work!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DHP9MGH4VOB1?ASIN=0439023521	A great surprise-	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book to see how my 9 and 10 year old students were  able to digest its meaning.  Though I enjoyed the read.....it's not appropriate for them.  This concept is way to mature for their young mind.  Parents beware!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBFIGB7SFMRJO?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is a great conversation piece, and can be enjoyed by a wide variety of individuals. I liked the romance, while my boyfriend enjoyed the action! It gets you thinking a little abstractly, with believable characters.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2AGK26QGS26K6?ASIN=0439023521	Expected mor	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed book 1 from cover to cover.  Book 2 left me unsatisfied and book 3 had the ending i expected.  Of all 3 books the first of the series was the most exciting.  I have not watched the movie and now am glad I did not.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MWU0P03Z55Z5?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">We read this book first before allowing our 10 year old to read it.  We feared it might be too graphic or upsetting but it seemed ok.  Our daughter loved it. The first book is better than the second and third in my opinion.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UJIAPL68HAXO?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I know this is supposed to be a story for young adults, but this older adult really enjoyed it.  I especially liked how the author made each step a logical consequence of the previous steps, considering the initial premise.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JK9NZ7ULH419?ASIN=0439023521	My favorite book in the series!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was amazing.......My favorite thing about it was how the author captured by how relationship between Peeta and Katniss. I would recommend this book to anyone that  likes how the story of love can change over time.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QZVFMNMNP4LV?ASIN=0439023521	Worthwhile read, do not just see the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was wonderful. I saw the movie 1st which was a huge mistake!! It doesn't even scratch the surface of how deeply all the characters think and feel. The story is very complex and I can't wait to start the next book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GU5PL134GYDG?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was hesitant to read this series... but now I am hooked!  This story is told in a vibrant manner. I myself am picturing the many landscapes and characters in this story in a very ""real"" manner! Can't wait to start book 2!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FHSCEILGLQA6?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good book. I would have like to read it before watching the movie. I may have given it 4 stars. There is really nothing new or very different not included in the film. I am looking forward to reading the second one, though.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RT9TJJAXO5NZK?ASIN=0439023521	ok story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read this book because of all the hype. Was disappointed but that is possibly because it got such good reviews. I have not seen the movie. It reminded my of The Lord Of the Flies. Which I read in high school many years ago.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3C8E8AJKBOPCN?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book, I was in the story as a person watching the screens feeling the emotions the  characters had. To be honest I understood what was going on without having to think about it I will ALWAYS LOVE THIS BOOK!!!!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2T8VLHX21EBIB?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was very interesting.  I really enjoyed reading it.  I look forward to seeing what happens next to Katniss and Peeta.  I am about to start reading Catching Fire.  I hope that it is as good as the Hunger Games was.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SRBJG2GA4MUH?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was recommended by a friend and co-worker.. downloaded it on my phone through kindle in a matter of seconds. Enjoyed the book so much had a hard time putting it down and now enjoying the second book in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDSO3VNSLH7IE?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed the book.  It was very well written and I plan on reading the next two follow up books but not at this time.  I enjoy more action novels like Vince Flyns Mitch Rap books or factual books like the President's Club.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JK8JPDHN2UVV?ASIN=0439023521	Brilliant	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Absolutely brilliant! I couldn't put it down.  I found the book thought provoking and the plot very relevant in a world where civil liberties are increasingly under threat and reality tv gaining popularity on a daily basis.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3M2NK67R97GBD?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved reading this book it was great! This is one of those books that grabs you right from the start, and does let go until the end. I finished this book in a matter of hours and just had to get my hands on the other two.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3I4ERCQD94LYH?ASIN=0439023521	14 Yr old Grandson Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My Grandson Todd wanted to see the movie, I made a deal with him.  He had to read the book first.  He said its the first book that brought him to tears(a big thing for him to admit) He loved it and now he's reading book II.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24VW9YP39DJVV?ASIN=0439023521	sort of a diluted 'Battle Royale' for teenagers..	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">'The Hunger Games' is a curious novel where in the distant future America is divided up into districts, and each district brutally controlled by the central government.  The government sponsors an annual event where representative children of each district kill each other, with only one victor remaining.  The story is largely based on the much more brutal 'Battle Royale', and unfortunately pales in comparison.  'The Hunger Games' is narrated by a teenage girl, one of the competitors, and unsurprisingly the prose is kept at a PG-13 level.  The characterizations, in the mind of this reviewer, are a bit thin.  Dialog?  On the juvenile side.  Yet having said all this, the book does have some unique elements and twists/turns.  Certainly junior high schoolers would love this book.  Those over the age of fourteen, ... perhaps less so.<br/><br/>Bottom line: read 'Battle Royale' for more realism and horror.  Read 'The Hunger Games' if you want puppy love and mock horror.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GM95EVYX78C5?ASIN=0439023521	Best story line this century!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love story, action packed, and depth all in one. Katniss and Peeta come alive. This is a superior work of art. Intriguing , captivating, endless conflicts makes it impossible to put the book down. Definitely worth reading.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1AX85P3F4UCF0?ASIN=0439023521	THE BEST BOOK EVER!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The best book ever!It's detailed vivid and fantastic. The topic may seam bad,children killing each other,but it's appropriate and amazing. If you enjoy the book then I would also watch the movies and read the other books!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SFJ3Q8SB1IIP?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was kind of a skeptic, I mean I liked the movie alright but how would the book match up?  I was surprised at how much I loved this book.  I mean I couldn't put it down from start to finish.  I recommend this book to all.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3J49GQ05MTN46?ASIN=0439023521	Captivating	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've seen the movie. I decided to read the books so I could get better details that were left out of the movies. The reality of the series is harsh and unimaginable. It's a great story nonetheless. A definite read for all!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RAY3IM5PBG5UN?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked this book, but my daughter liked it more. I went in thinking it was something different. My dauughter read it twice and told me to give a five star rating Would have given it that rating anyway, it was a good book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2INXLMK3DS5QM?ASIN=0439023521	Can't get through it.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Downloaded this after hearing RAVEEE reviews about it. Maybe because I watched the movie first, but I just could not seem to get into this book. It dragged on and was uninteresting. I honestly wouldn't recommend this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2654PG127XEF0?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was skeptical prior to beginning this book.  However, this book captured my intense interest from chapter one. This is one of the few books that I couldn't put down. I'm excited to read the remaining books in the series.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6IX8HORJO74G?ASIN=0439023521	Great stuff	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book kept me wanting more. Even before I got through the third chapter I was thankful that there were two more books to read. It grabbed me, it held me and it kept me till the end.<br/><br/>Thank you Suzanne Collins</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R270ZH8K0AMLST?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book....not what I expected and was pleasantly surprised by the story line, the suspense and trickery.  Kept me intrigued hard to put down.  First book purchased on my new kindle fire hd...moving on to the. Next two.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RAWXE6I1R7QYX?ASIN=0439023521	Great but Dark book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed the read and the author did a great job of weaving truth and warning into a fictional construct in the same vein as The Prince to convey her message. Don't know if I like the idea of young kids reading it though.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCHOZWNXPXY4V?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Got me hooked these books and loved it! If u like a awesome fiction twist trilogy then read these books. I strength of the characters was great and plot was good too. I loved how well written it was and good in description</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34YZPZV181T72?ASIN=0439023521	Fast, entertaining read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Thoroughly enjoyed this book, and serial read it to the end, unable to but it down. I would have liked to see more depth in the relationships and layers to the storytelling, but a fantastic read none the less! Recommended!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12FUUGWWT5F3N?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was hard to put down. I found the concept fascinating, a futuristic spin on Roman times when men were sent in to the colosseum to fight. The author has an amazing imagination. Not a world I would want to live in!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2818078ZI00LT?ASIN=0439023521	Reading Level Information	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">For parents and teachers who may be wondering what the reading level of this book is - here you go. The Lexile measurement is 810L. To explain further for those of you who are unfamiliar with this measure...<br/><br/>Based on standardized tests, the typical reader in seventh grade has a Lexile range of 735L to 1065L. This is the range of the average, middle of the bell curve child. Of course kids are spread up and down from there. A reader on the lower end of the bell curve may have a range of 450L to 710L. To over simplify, the lower the Lexile measurement of a book, the easier it will be to read.<br/><br/>Most likely a skilled reader in 5th or 6th grade could handle this book. Parents and teachers will have to judge regarding the content.<br/><br/>All of this info can be found on the Lexile site. You can read more about measurements and scores there. You can also search out other great books.<br/><br/>Hunger Games is suggested for seventh grade and up. Reading level wise - it falls right there with the average seventh grader's ability.<br/><br/>FYI - Scholastic has it listed as: Grade Level Equivalent: 5.3<br/><br/>Curious about the others in the series?<br/><br/>Catching Fire - 820L<br/>Mockingjay - 800L<br/><br/>These numbers reflect readability and not whether the material is appropriate for that reader.<br/><br/>Happy reading!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GAG9ARB84MXZ?ASIN=0439023521	A+ Dystopia	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved this book and immediately bought the other two. Katniss is a great character, and her world is believable and plausible. The epitomy of a dystopic teenage story. Add a love triangle. Can't get much better than this!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1E77SUYUNNHPN?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not stop reading this book. It is honestly the best book I have ever read. The story reels you in almost immediately. The characters are really well put together and the story line is phenomenal. Highly recommend.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Y9UVDI6K1NZL?ASIN=0439023521	I loved this book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is one of those books that are hard to put down. It was a good story and I plan on getting the next one in the series as soon as the price comes down. I recommend Amazon .com for finding this book at a reduced price.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROHK9IYW37U6U?ASIN=0439023521	Great book...and series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">For those that love dystopian settings this is another great book in that genre. Katniss is a far more respectable character and a lot less annoying than other YA female protagonists that have found box office success. 😉</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/REANZQYWY2VS3?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good fast paced. I loved the writer. I knew the book would be better than the movie. Four stars because it left me hanging, now I need to get the next book, and read the whole series.<br/>I would recommend it to everyone</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMEBHV7UNECCZ?ASIN=0439023521	Great page turner!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book got me in trouble at work because I just couldn't put it down at night. As a result I ended up either staying up late a couple nights or taking a long lunch to read on my Kindle. Can't wait to start on book two!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WG8DD2GK3YRH?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins' books are very well written and made you care about the characters.  I'm an older reader and wanted to know what the fuss was about and got instantly hooked.  I've read all three books and loved them all.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ICEGZ0WMGBES?ASIN=0439023521	Can't wait	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a great read! I couldn't put it down! I fell in love with both Katniss and Peeta! And many more are growing on me the more times I read it! Great book for anyone that wants a futuristic adventure filled get away.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R384MYA59I2FXA?ASIN=0439023521	Great!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was skeptical because of all the hype surrounding it but I was pleasantly surprised. I loved all the characters and the romance between Peeta and Katniss. The movie was even better. I hope the next two are just as good.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LHG8DYWT70SU?ASIN=0439023521	A dramatic love story for all ages	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love stories that revolve around strong young women. A gorgeous tale that leaves the reader hungry for more. I enjoyed this very much and I even saw the movie first. I will be finishing the rest of the series very soon.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BSDP1J10SYYT?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I actually watched the movie before reading the book. As always, I liked the book better. But the movie was a good interpretation of the book. I definitely suggest reading this book and  I can't wait to read the next one!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SP3SLIYRK60O?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book sparked my interest from page one to the end. I am not someone who reads much but I never wanted to put this book down. I want to watch the movie now to see if it follows the book. One of my favorite reads ever.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RM1OVBJF2JO1B?ASIN=0439023521	Okay	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a good series, but I dont understand the crazy following it received. Well written with unexpected twists and turn. Definitely a read versus a watch. The movie ruined many wonderful things that were in the books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROR7N4IBHQ5LC?ASIN=0439023521	Love it.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm so glad I started reading the first book, because now I can't put them down. I finished the first book in just a few days and can not wait until I can pick up the second and third! I haven  even watched the movie yet.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LFQERLBOC0TG?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was an amazing book. I finished it in three days because the whole idea is so intriguing. I gave it four stars because I would have enjoyed a bit more details in certain scenes. However, I loved the style of writing.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IZXOLMCP0BI7?ASIN=0439023521	A rollercoaster from start to finish!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Really enjoyed my first kindle purchase, guess what my second will be?! Had me on the edge of my seat from start to finish. Had to give my daughter a hug every time I put it down though. Highly recommend to all grown ups.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22IOFVGMNRXFA?ASIN=0439023521	In love	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love all three books! Best series I've ever read. Such a fast and easy read, you'll be disappointed when it's all over because you never want it to end. Or you can just do what I did and restart the series over again :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2EZ8BX68LR51G?ASIN=0439023521	Riveting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I typically do not read fiction, but I picked this up while on vacation and found it to be very captivating. I have read the second book, and am almost finished with the third. This first is by far the best in my opinion.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2K3F2XJTCY4IJ?ASIN=0439023521	This book is AMAZING!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is the best book I have read in a long time (excluding Harry Potter of course). It creates a convincing alternate world, which I LOVE. I would recommend this book to anyone who thinks they can handle The Games.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6PZZJD2HXOPY?ASIN=0439023521	Life is hopeless	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have been enthralled by the first two books, but I must say I am somewhat disappointed as well. Throughout the stories, there prevails a complete hopelessness, that I thought would end somehow. Unfortuneately, there is not a sense of human sanctity anywhere. And mercy killing and betrayal are prominant. There is not even a hint of spirituality anywhere. I believe the author has suffered great loss in her own life, and must have a deep seated sense of loss, that is only a hopeless end. I will probably read the third book, but I am almost afraid to. These books certainly don't belong on school shelves.... it only promotes the culture of death that our society has embraced. Today's youth does not need this</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KPXC2O7FABOJ?ASIN=0439023521	Done reading in 2 days	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Its a wonderful read...I wonder what makes it so...other than the construction of the game in the arena. Maybe I am under estimating the reality TV shows of today. They can be taken/fantasized into a completely new level</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28Q5T0KXMFFFG?ASIN=0439023521	living up to high expectations!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was more than pleased after reading this book! Hunger Gamea was better than the film but most books are better than Hollywood versions. Hunger games kept me interested from start to finish. :)<br/>great read on plane!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UIBVBSHK85GN?ASIN=0439023521	The Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I think that this book is a great way to get out your energy it all ways has a way to make you jump! I'm very glad that I was able to read this book because it was awesome and I can't wait to read the rest of the series!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36TZE4ILDYOU1?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent in every sense	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely loved this book. Collins kept me hooked from beginning to end. This book was very well written. I could read it over and over again. There was a lot of depth for almost every character and made you want more</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33L2KO1Q1KF8C?ASIN=0439023521	couldn't wait for the next book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">very inventive book, old style ""gladiator type warfare"" and yet futuristic -- I thought if wars could be fought with only one or two representing the country it would be better and not kill all our young men off.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QRZ9UZ287Z?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved this book. Its such an amazing story very different from anything Ive read before. So many details that make you feel actually inside the book. The movie its not as amazing a<br/>the book but i would reccomend it.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PCKJM53DGO3M?ASIN=0439023521	Casual, easy to read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a quick read.  Well-written without being overly verbose.  Good for when you're looking for somthing fairly light  (though the subject could be a bit rough for some).  and FYI - the movie stays close to the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LUVXSCE5EAZC?ASIN=0439023521	not bad	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The premise is interesting.  Maybe it's because I've read too many books, but I could see the basic equation this story uses, and there weren't many surprises for me in terms of the plot.  Overall not bad, but not great.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LQY4YYOQOFJS?ASIN=0439023521	Gripping	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't normally read this type of story but my daughter wanted me to watch the movie with her.  Then I just had to read the book.  I couldn't put it down and when I finished it was great to see that the story continues.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23DLS3E0YXJF8?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book so much !!! I couldn't' put it down ! I stayed up till like 1:00 am. reading this book ,when I usually go to bed at 9:00 pm. I can't wait to read the rest of the series!!!!! THANK YOU SUZANNE COLLINS!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSFMERCG0SREH?ASIN=0439023521	Addictive	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book it was very well written in a style that I love...descriptive and action packed. I had a hard time putting it down. Can't wait to start book two. Should finish in about three days. (Have to go to work.)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RS59A0U5E2RDX?ASIN=0439023521	Great story leaving you wanting more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Character development is superb. Plotline is fast paced and engaging. Environmental description really brings you into the story.<br/><br/>I am looking forward to the next book in the series. Excellent job Ms. Collins.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6D7X5NLCUODZ?ASIN=0439023521	Stunned	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Personally I haven't been this let down since the grapes of wrath!! This book is just like every other new thing in this century. Sucks and hyped up by the mainstream, which is also why I don't vote. Book sux. Peace out.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZ9C33E53U2FV?ASIN=0439023521	Incredible Story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Overall a great story of the effects of war and the destruction it causes to our youth.  Also, a wonderful portrayal of youth forced to love each other in order to stay alive.  A great book on the whole and a must read!!</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RSOWE1F6K9IC?ASIN=0439023521	Love the Series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Purchased at the recommendation of my niece and read the whole series within a week.  Totally saw the 1st movie right away too, be prepared to have facts changed... even the simplest of things.  Gotta love Hollywood.. :/</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25Y5CBJ213MK2?ASIN=0439023521	Formulaic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Easy to read  will probably read the others, but a bit like Hp in style if not content. Where is twist that stops the reader in his tracks and makes him re think? . I truly hope the rest of the trilogy  has more to offer</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DAX7UMQA6MYE?ASIN=0439023521	Bay Ryder	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a good story  , most appealing to a younger group I would think ,enjoyed the story line &amp; it kept my interest , hope ,loyalty ,perseverance &amp; human spirit were on display , all told very interesting story line .</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HL68D0SIN82F?ASIN=0439023521	good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">read this book.  waited for the movie.  the book is always better so do yourself a favor and read this book before going to the movie...or just skip the movie!  a very easy, quick read that won't take any time to finish.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKENBFW9COU6P?ASIN=0439023521	Brilliant	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I unfortunately saw the movie first - I thought it was great and saw it twice.<br/>The book explained in so much more detail and painted scenery, action and suspense in far greater detail than ever possible in the movie</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Q652WWQCMUHW?ASIN=0439023521	Action, intrigue, love (?)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is wonderful, appropriate for teens and up (the violence is a consideration for the sensitive ones,I think) and an exciting read. I loved it for the genre and gave it four stars because it's very entertaining.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12PCNS39EZCAA?ASIN=0439023521	Surprised	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had heard about this book for along time and did not think I would like it. However, many of my friends said they did. So I got the book on my Kindle and enjoyed it a lot. It kept my attention and was surprised by it.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24FBZ8HJ4ROSY?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've never been a much of a reader and I decided to give this book a try. I seriously couldn't put it down. I can honestly say this is the first book I have ever finished beginning to end. Now on to reading the other 2.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IR0D0KGCNMLF?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I like this book because it was interesting and it describes what catniss was seeing.<br/><br/>I would recommend this book to people that like violence.<br/><br/>This book deserves five stars<br/><br/>Meganegodley</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1EV0VDIJPJ3GA?ASIN=0439023521	amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of my favorite books! I can't stop reading. You can't just read one but you hunger to read every single word waiting for more. You can't just stop at the first. And you keep turning pages even as the words are over.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RL68SH0NLZO7M?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games left me hungry for more...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was by far the very best book I have ever read. I have already bought the other two books and the movie. I recommend this book to ANYONE and EVERYONE. welcome to district 12, and may the odds be ever in your favor.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FVQD5E7GR4OK?ASIN=0439023521	Different!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Got caught up in this book but thought it would be a teens choice.  It's full of excitement with a new theme that is both edgy and at times gory, seems like it could come true in the future!  Can't wait for the next one</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RND1V2EXEYZKT?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this book, I had just watched the movie and I wanted to read the book.  Interestingly enough the movie follows the book very closely with a few tid bits extra in the book that readers are sure to enjoy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OUERB5BUEI60?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's absolutely amazing! Every sentence, page, and chapter made me want to keep reading and never stop! Peeta is a truly amazing character.he's everything a girl could ever want and he just completely makes the story :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LQC6H2KB1OF1?ASIN=0439023521	Whats with all the hype?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This wasn't a bod book, but I just didn't understand why everyone was raving so much about it.  I was a pretty much a dumbed down version of Battle Royale.  Maybe if I was 12 years old, I would have appreciated it more.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6BEQGB0N2TXM?ASIN=0439023521	"My take on ""The Games"""	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was very well written. It had my attention from the very first sentence.  I never wanted to put it down and was anxious to be able to pick it up &amp; start reading again. Can't wait to start reading the next one.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNL701SV2VPVU?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really like the book. I wish i read the book first then watched the movie cause the movie missed a few details, like when cato killed the boy from district three. But i liked both and cant wait to start the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20PHOG7AJHCKT?ASIN=0439023521	Emotionally connected	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After hearing all the hype about this series, I read the first book out of curiosity. It exceeded my expectations and kept me emotionally connected to all the characters. I will definitely be reading the next two books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3F03E3P9D117Z?ASIN=0439023521	Truly amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Most definetly one of the best novels I've read, this along with its 2 accompanying novels are by far the best written I've read. Such an original plot and the storyline is amazing. I wish there were more than 3 books!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OJNA01LZD1MZ?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am just starting to read the book but am enjoying it and have heard great things from other people who have read it.  I also like ordering the books on my kindle - easy and great way to read!  Thanks for your service!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VECRIUGAOJFV?ASIN=0439023521	A MUST READ!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book waz amazing!! U definitly need 2 read it. It's definitly one of my favorites if not my favorite book. It's a little slow at 1st but once you get n2 it u rlly get n2 it. I couldn't put this book down. READ IT!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PKO4P6AU6N25?ASIN=0439023521	powerful, fast-paced, hard-hitting and yet tender and sweet	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is a must-have for every audience (above the age of 15).  I initially became interested in this book because I thought the heroine, Katniss, would appeal to my teenage daughter.  However, I quickly discovered that Collins' writing is so engrossing that I couldn't put the book down.  I devoured The Hunger Games.  I couldn't stop there though, and read the other two with equal ferocity.<br/><br/>Collins fills my mind with such clear pictures of this ravaged world, Panem.  She creates complex characters but at the same time they are simple and true to themselves.  The character of Katniss is so compelling that she draws the reader into her world flawlessly.  I found myself having to slow down while reading just to make the book last longer.<br/><br/>What I did find was missing in the first book was more of the sociological impact on the Districts.  I craved to see Katniss not only survive The Hunger Games but rebel against the society that created the game.  Collins provided that rebellion and more in the second and third books.<br/><br/>If you want a book that provides character development, lots of action and more -- trust me -- this is the book for you.  In fact, don't bother getting just this book...buy all three!! You won't be disappointed.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QIXW1BOXS6H?ASIN=0439023521	Absolutely Perfect	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is amazing!<br/>Its a mixture of love, adventure and survival skills. Collins is a<br/>brilliant author. I was so drawn into the book, I couldn't stop reading. This book is worth every penny, and I mean it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35HAWTF66KWOU?ASIN=0439023521	Favorite book of the trilogy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was my favorite  the 3 because it just flew with the name. This bok was so profound,1out of the 10 this book deserves a 100,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000 BTW dont now what what thst number is. Great job Collinze</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2M9U98OBNXI9P?ASIN=0439023521	Darkly delightful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed the mixture of this dark heart wrenching game dominating a war torn world and the presence of a main character you want to just like but can't help disliking and respecting at the same time. Good book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34489Z7XLU8U0?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I can't wait to start the next ones. I've always wondered how the book differed from the movie to me not much of the story line changed but I did get a better understanding for the characters, and with that I loved it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R332SE4RL1D26C?ASIN=0439023521	ONE OF THE BEST TRILOGIES EVER!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is AMAZING!!! I think it's perfect for anyone who like dystopian novels! *Spoiler Alert* when Katniss sings for Rue, a 12 year old girl from district 11, I almost cried!!! 😭 Definitely deserves five stars!!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1E1PV2PL4TPUC?ASIN=0439023521	Good series. I watched the first two movies and ...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good series.  I watched the first two movies and then read the books. They are narrated by the main character, so its a much better way to understand what's going on in Katniss' head.  The movies don't do that justice.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RAD6R6MW26B6Z?ASIN=0439023521	great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This series has been all the craze--and rightfully so. Collins writes with a unique verve, and minimalist simplicity that makes this book so very difficult to put down. I look forward to reading the next in the series.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RE1YF6PC70MMW?ASIN=0439023521	liked a lot	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I found this book a wakeup call as to what could happen in real life in the future with other countries wanting to take over the world.Who knows ..this could be happening now on a smaller scale in some remote country..</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1H8JT7EVTNFM?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Definitely fills a few cracks if you happened to see the movie first then read like I did. Offers a lot of incite the movie just couldn't. I love this book and am already working on the 2nd before I see the next movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18C31U00MJIE3?ASIN=0439023521	OMG	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was the best book I have ever read and OMG I can't wait to read the next book and it was so sad when peeta found out that katninis's love for him was fake.<br/><br/>I think everybody should read the hunger games</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24M5PF02WF4LI?ASIN=0439023521	Action packed	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read, that was action packed. I used this book for tutoring a student who does not like reading and she was ready for the next one when we finished. It's no Potter but I think it appeals to an older crowd anyhow.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZX56OKKK6G6Y?ASIN=0439023521	Great book for all ages	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book.  Had a hard time putting it down.  Great characters, great story!  I had already seen the movie before reading this, but I knew there had to be more to the story than they could explain in the movie.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CNOKR21YXH4O?ASIN=0439023521	It's ok	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is one of those books that you read really fast, you enjoy a lot, but besides the obvious critics to the tv media, it just does not leave you anything else.<br/><br/>I would recommend it a travel companion, maybe.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCJ83A8T6YYDA?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie before reading the book and loved the book even more than I thought I would. Suzanne Collins spins a tale of adventure, emotions, and thrill that holds your attention and I found it hard to put it down.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNG906VUZUKJM?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I watched the movie before reading the book, because all my friends were talking about it. In my own opinion the book is way better! I read it in two days because I had to know more! I can't wait to read catching fire!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXRDRM5V7V5IE?ASIN=0439023521	only read sample so far,but.....	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i only read the sample.at the end, i found myself going ""a[...] so soon?"" :( im 11,halfway through the h.p series. iwant something longer!!!read azkaban in ONE DAY! &gt;:(<br/>But I am thrilled. Want this. :3</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2B2CUASSW1DSG?ASIN=0439023521	Best series ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was surprised at how much I loved this book. The movie is okay, but the book is amazing. Much of the popular teen fiction is poorly written and contrived, but this piece absolutely fantastic.<br/><br/>A great read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JSX9XKCHDIF5?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I highly recommend this book.  I really enjoyed it.  I finished reading the second book in the series, ""Catching Fire"", and have started reading ""Mocking Jay"".  If you like the movie, you will like the books even more!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RS16Q1IWKDN97?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of the best books I've read in ages. Definitely the best out of the three. I feel in love with the main characters, the world was fascinating and full of danger and the story was nonstop action and drama. Loved it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2K9NXT5AO3219?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie, but still close	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I decided to try to watch the movie first then read the book, and now I'm not sure that I can wait for #2 to come out in movie format! This book was awesome. Just awesome. The movie was amazing and the book was better.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15F9YFZ8T2PV5?ASIN=0439023521	Saw movie, then read book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games was an exciting read.  Saw the movie before reading the book.  The book gave better incite into personalities and events. Sad plot for the future of our country. It left me anxious to read the sequels.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2S4BRO9KGD5N3?ASIN=0439023521	holy cheese!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i love hunger games!!!! im reading the second book but i couldnt keep this one down a minute on my kindle!!! this is my first time reading a book by suzanne collins and i must say brava brava!! keep up the good work!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HAL5G4WZ9R9X?ASIN=0439023521	Good read!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger Games (Part 1) is a very good read. A co-worker and myself have been reading the trilogy. Although I do not approve of the children killing one another, the storyline is riveting and I can't put the book down :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RAGO0ZMQ2DYYI?ASIN=0439023521	An amazing psychological drama	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've been searching a long time for a book like this. From the moment I started reading it, all my spare time went into it. It reminded me of the manga Battle Royale, but closer to my values. A must read, very intense.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KYVOBB6PQ8B2?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is amazing! I couldn't stop reading once I started. There is so much going on that you feel like you are living the games. It isn't hard to like the characters in this book. It sucks you in completely.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PZULO28KV23R?ASIN=0439023521	Possibly the best Fantasy I have read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger Games, Scholastic Press, e-book edition by Suzanne Collins is probably one of the best Fantasy books I ever have read.<br/>Briefly, it is an anti-war, anti-dictator story set in a world of twelve working sections of the country controlled by, and answerable to, a powerful Central group. Each sub-group is responsible for different products - agriculture, mining , etc. - and must supply quotas to the Central group. The quota is huge with the members of the districts usually suffering much as did the serfs in Feudal times. Formerly there were thirteen sub-groups, but one was completely annihilated because it had rebelled against the Central government. Yearly `games' are held where two members of each sub-division , a girl and boy drawn by lot, must compete to the death against the rest until there is only one survivor. The story is constructed around one of the girls chosen as a competitor.<br/>There have been numerous reviews of this book on Amazon, and none less than four stars. My personal opinion is that they are well deserved, so there is little I can add. I should recommend this book as a most enjoyable read and look forward to reading the second in this trilogy. Reviewed by John H. Manhold, award-winning fiction/non-fiction author.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11GIWL7PP0TMT?ASIN=0439023521	Greatest Book Ever Written	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger Games will forever be one of the greatest series ever written. It has all of the necessities. Life and death, love vs hate, riches and poverty. If you only read one book in your life, this one would be the one!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4OQ802YNMSMQ?ASIN=0439023521	This book is amazing!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely love this book. It's filled with suspense, danger, emotion and tragedy. It left me on the edge of my seat with the turn of every page. I would recommend this book to readers from 10 years to 15 years old.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UFSMFNIAM44D?ASIN=0439023521	Absolutely hypnotizing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Completely original in story and characters. Not at all my kind of book but I read it because my Grandaughter was living the hunger games. She became very good with the bow. I'm glad I found out what it was all about.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJQLMHEDRSU9E?ASIN=0439023521	Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book. Very entertaining.  I watched the movie before reading this.  Though there are some significant differences, it wasn't too far off.  It's a very easy read as well.  It's recommend for others.  Perhaps more</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6O5EJ32VPINL?ASIN=0439023521	My wife read it and loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good per above, Unfortunately I am not a reader.I absorb non fictional  things pretty well but my wife loves the<br/>predominate aurthors that she can read on her Kindle.<br/>Send the deals and freebies.<br/>Dennis</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2K3T801Z06TA5?ASIN=0439023521	Resistant	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Had no interest in the book due to the premise.  My cousin told me she read it to her 10 year old nephew so I thought it must be okay.  I still have trouble reconciling the killing but honestly I couldn't put it down.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23U3QX8RT8WIJ?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful series for any age!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As others have said this whole series is really great. I did a kindle loan for the books originally and went back to buy it so I can re-read it. I am sure that I will pick up on missed details the second time through!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GQNIC0L7S6XJ?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I haven't been this engrossed in a book in a very long time! Even the ""slow"" parts of the book will keep you caught in the story! I highly recommend this book for anyone who has lost faith in reading as I did!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RC3L82N5PE3M?ASIN=0439023521	Heartwarming. That's it.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I watched the movie before I read the book, but the book transformed into a whole different story. A better story. I'm going to read Catching Fire, and Mocking Jay. My friend Karlie wants me to so bad. Now I know why.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FG49JMYT0BV6?ASIN=0439023521	Nice book by Suzanne Collins	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a nice book because it shows part of Katniss's back story in the first part of the book. I also like how she tricks the gamemakers into having two victors in the hunger games. And this is awesome, signing off.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BY8DUNABE8QU?ASIN=0439023521	Interesting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I decide to read the book I don't know what expect but after I read the first chapter this book caught my attention and I couldn't put away so now let see what happens when I have the chance to read the book two.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3ONILYUX1GRJJ?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved it, it always kept you wanting more. I just couldn't put it down. The excitement,and thrill,and wanting to know what was gonna happen next. I loved it I think everyone should read it the book is always better.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSKEEUL5PC90D?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">You can't beat the book when it comes to character development.  I've read the series and I am beginning to enjoy books designed for ""young adults"" because they do deal with social issues and character growth.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJIEC9WYUQEMO?ASIN=0439023521	Better Than the Movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Saw the movie.  I have teenage trumpet students who kept telling me I needed to read the book.  I read all three in the series and they were right. I hope they don't try to talk me into reading the Harry Potter books!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1V10DGVK92S93?ASIN=0439023521	Absolutely Moving	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Katniss is a huge inspiration to me. Her courage for her sister and her strength to take care of her whole house hold after her father passed away. I've read this book many times and i love it more and more each time.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2B6QCDQYYVOR1?ASIN=0439023521	A lot of action	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A very heart warming story with turning points  9:10 if possible, i love it.                                                                                                                                  N O A H - R</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CHUY3ETQEU93?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've ready all 3 and the first one I liked the best out of all of them. But as a whole, I didn't like the series at all.  I just couldn't like the characters and if I can't like the characters, I won't enjoy the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R307MD0QZM30JN?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great Book. Seeing the movie first helped me latch on to the book faster than if I had began without that background.  Get the trilogy.  You're going to want to continue with the story after finishing this first book.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R187T83B0RVXLE?ASIN=0439023521	Awesomeness	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Easy to DL, great to read wherever you go! Highly recommended to all my family and friends! It is ver affordable and easy to search, I find it cool that I have the book on my fingertips ready to access anywhere I go!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DYXCL7NUO9Q8?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Really enjoyed this book, was an easy read and finished it rather quickly but it was because I didn't want to put down the book. Have started book 2 and enjoying that one as well. Looking forward to picking up book 3.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35B6795Z0DGME?ASIN=0439023521	WONDERFUL BOOK	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a wonderful book.  It was so full of exciting turns and twists that I couldn't put it down until I had finished it.  I immediately ordered the 2nd book in the series!  Can't wait to see the rest of the story.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VBKS0Z3WNV8U?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was just plain amazing! I absolutely loved it and I read it completely in three days. It's a little confusing at first, but it is very simple and an easy read. Definately would recommend this to many people.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16APG9NBJCYFI?ASIN=0439023521	It is one of the best books ive ever read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was so good with romance action and a little bit of everything. Anyone who wants a good book has to read The Hunger Games. Sometimes I wouldnt even do anything for days but just sit and read it over and over again.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GX5IJZJDOE4P?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read the book twice and loved it.  I enjoyed listening to the audio book. The narrator brought to life the story, made it just as exciting, riveting. I can't wait for Suzanne Collins next installment, Catching Fire.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QSDPQR6JQ6GM?ASIN=0439023521	Still hungry	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Okay so two days after buying the Hunger Games I am finished with the book. Read it all the way to the end and now I have to say something about it. I bought the book because I wanted to see what all of the fuss was about. Well, I am not exactly sure why people are gushing over this. Then I remember that this book is primarily aimed at young teenage girls. I'm not a young teenage girl. At least I don't think so. This isn't the first time that I have read a YA novel with a female heroine. I read both Garth Nix's ""Abhorsen"" series along with Phillip Pullman's ""His Dark Materials"" and loved them.<br/><br/>It's been about an hour since I finished the book and I want to write something while the story is fresh in my mind. I am trying to pin down what exactly was missing from the book. It didn't give me that ""wow"" factor that makes me want to know more, to read the next book, to see what happens next. In fact, I am pretty sure that I am going to stop right here with this series. Overall it was a decent book but it was nothing spectacular. It was a page-turner for sure, but more because I wanted to get to the end as fast as possible. And the end left me wanting. But it didn't leave me wanting more, just something else, something better.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3A2YGDHUCXCTX?ASIN=0439023521	I loved this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">AMAZING😝😝😝😝😝😝. I have already read the book but sometimes the events surprise me. I loved the book cause it was a very intimidating and I can never put it down. I give it 5 stars. 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIDLSUGG6CRQC?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I watched the movies first without reading the books, and I find that the book is more intriguing about the ""romance"" between Peers and Katniss. There are quite a few differences, by  I am glad to have read the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27I9YQFPKNEEV?ASIN=0439023521	I had no idea a book like this existed until the movie came out	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had no idea a book like this existed until the movie came out. I fell in LOVE with the series watching the first movie, then read all of the books following this one. Sadly there's only 3 books. I'm dying for more.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9RGHA3QG0SPV?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wasn't too sure about this book, just because I wasn't a big fan of the movie.  However, I could not put this book down. I read it in about 2 days so definitely worth a shot if you're looking for something to read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AM9HCLQ93DZE?ASIN=0439023521	My review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">fifth boffin<br/><br/>excellent book, engaging, I couldn't<br/>put it down even though I had already seen the movie and knew how it would end. highly recommend reading it and looking forward to next book in series</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXBISNRD1IMPV?ASIN=0439023521	awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I recommend it to everyone. Whole series is awesome, especially the 1st and 2nd books. Apparently author was heavily inspired by the classic book ""War and Peace"" when writing the series; makes it interesting.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2T2E1VTAGM9SD?ASIN=0439023521	One of the greats!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">""The Hunger Games"" is one of the most engaging and unique pieces of literature I have ever read. Move aside ""Jurassic Park"", and ""The Shinning"" there's a new cult classic that is here to stay!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1H11699U4ZDMR?ASIN=0439023521	Saw the movie first......	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wish I had read the book before I saw the movie.... really was a great book but would've been better if I could've imagined it all without having had the scenes set by the movie.....  can't wait to read the next one!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17TA4QSB8XB3X?ASIN=0439023521	A great read!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the detail and emotion the book has compared to the movie. I feel like I just watched the behind the scenes version of the movie.<br/><br/>I would recommend all my friends read this of they haven't already.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YPD4CI1C0GXA?ASIN=0439023521	easy, fun reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A well done adventure story.  The underlying rationale for the story is not well described;  I mean the reason for the Hunger Games.  But it was well written and kept me involved and eager to know what happened next.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BQ9K3O09PFVW?ASIN=0439023521	Good, fast read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I honestly couldn't put this book down. I read it in two days. I have to thank Amazon prime free book club. I doubt that I would have bought this. It turns out that I 'll buy the rest of the series. It's a don't miss</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SY50TVF88DT0?ASIN=0439023521	great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After watching the movie, I decided to read the books.  I wasn't disappointed.  The book was thoroughly enjoyable and a very quick read as I found I had a difficult time putting it down. I highly recommend this book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHQHRJ0MP0V9F?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was excellent!  I couldn't put it down.  I purchased the first one on my Kindle and then borrowed the second one from Amazon on my Kindle.  I'm currently reading the 3rd one on my Kindle.  Very good series!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12VUO9FOPQ12Y?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good quick read book. I was surprised that I enjoyed the story. Didn't want to read it because I didn't think the movie looked that great. A friend told me that she enjoyed it so I thought I would try it. Glad I did.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IQRQ9VGAG19M?ASIN=0439023521	Great beginning to an amazing trilogy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was a great read for any age. I was never a big reader and this book was so captivating, I read it in 3 days with a very busy schedule. Way better than the movie and i plan to start the second book right now</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WVEVF7W6WYA6?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games book review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I would first recommend this book to people who love books about romance this book is filled with romance and hardshifts for katniss from the start since reading it the first time i have absoutly adorded this book :)</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12MNONY95BZ3L?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Finished the series in a week, at first I was a little bored but got drawn in easily after chapter 3. I couldn't put the 'book' down! I read it on my droid and my laptop as much as I could. It's popular for a reason!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16CPSTYDRMDEC?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this book I could not put it down. Its a good read and also great of u want something quick. I saw the movie after I finished the book and while the movie was good the book is a million times better.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35SO1LQ8SPMK?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is a work of art. If I could of gave in a billion stars I would have. It really gets you thinking and the second and third are just as good as good as the first. A awesome series that everybody should read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R211NJJLTE12CJ?ASIN=0439023521	Great little story.  Plays out like a movie.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was given this book to read and I quite liked it!<br/>I had no idea what it was about or at what level it was written but I quite enjoyed it!<br/><br/>This book is about a future society where the residents participate in an annual mandatory lottery to battle each other in the ""Hunger Games"".<br/><br/>As I was reading along, I thought this book was written in the 70s.  The way it describes future technology and the way society is set up - it really reminded me of the book ""Ender's Game"".  If you like this book, you'll like that one for sure.  But come to find out - this is a ""new"" book.  I had no idea.<br/><br/>I also did not realize that this book was part of a series.  I just read it for what it was - a story about a young girl forced to participate in these ""Hunger Games"".  I didn't feel that there was anything deeper going on here other than what was taking place during the book.  And I think because of that I didn't feel frustrated at any unresolved societal issues.  I just wanted to see what happened to the girl.  And it's really well told.  The story plays out like a light-hearted futuristic movie.  I liked it a lot!  An easy read, too.  Certainly a kid would like this one.  Although, when I was a kid, I never read.  But look at me now!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R70UN6X08AJKP?ASIN=0439023521	Starkly refreshing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is an amazing addition to the YA genre, and an all-around good read.  Collins writes a character wise beyond her years, expanding her range well beyond the youth of its intended genre, yet inundated with the social limitations of being a teenager.<br/><br/>This story does a good job of bringing adult themes into a YA storyline without them being overwrought, without generating a narrator whose emotional capacity is above the ""standard"" of believable teen, or without being graphic despite being explicitly vivid.<br/><br/>There were a few places where I wasn't sure why the author handled components of the story the way she did, mechanically, but really no show-stoppers at all. I, personally, get bored with a narrator who second-guesses herself constantly, particularly with matters of romance. I could dismiss it in this story because the author creates a character in a world so different from my own that I have to suspend regular emotional reactions to life, to extreme events, yet... I confess, I got tired of the waffling.<br/><br/>I like the overall writing style, though. I love reading things where every line moves the story forward. Collins does a good job of that, yet not spelling out where the story is moving.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BTUMBYRZ1I8I?ASIN=0439023521	FOR ALL AGES	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A student handed me this box set at the beginning of class one night, promising a great read. She's 18. Uh oh! Now I have to read it no matter how I feel about the first 50 pages. The book cover made me nervous. However, in no time at all I realized I was reading one of the most fantastic books about a fabricated world I'd ever read. I was as fascinated by the first in this series as I was when I read The Hobbit or Dune @13.<br/><br/>For mature readers who doubt their ability to be swept away by brave new world fiction of the 21st century, fear not. This is a rejuvenating gem - far FAR superior to most of the dated future world fiction of the 20th century I've forced down. The author truly can write and she rarely calls upon you to abandon logic.<br/><br/>There are thousands of extensive reviews of this book. All I feel I can uniquely add is the mature endorsement of a well educated cynic. I give this book an uninhibited 5 stars.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1X2N5I908M2ZQ?ASIN=0439023521	Ahhh	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Ok, so I thought I would give this a try after seeing the movie. I read the first 50 pages, bored. I simply gave up. I gave it another try, read on, despite boredom. IT WAS AMAZING! I loved it! Definitely recommend!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31UENHQRYI9HB?ASIN=0439023521	Good book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't believe how good this book was. I love the characters especially Katniss and Gail. The story kept me going and going. I couldn't stop turning pages. I even missed basketball practice to finish reading it.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2X7FT0GRUKB7L?ASIN=0439023521	Must read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The action moves well and the characters are well described.  I enjoyed the unusual action and background for the events that took place.  The unique twists and turns keep you reading and not wanting to put it down.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WVA0ICWA1RB6?ASIN=0439023521	Quite an adventure	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I usually don't read these types of books but I heard so much about it that I decided too give it a read. I was pleasantly surprised st how much I liked it. Now I have to see the movie and then onto the second book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JRY4TYB1SJ56?ASIN=0439023521	the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This puzzled me at first as it took some thinking to determine what was going on.<br/>When I finally ""got it"", I couldn't stop watching.<br/>Fascinating. Could this be happening to us now? We don't see it?</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2J5A91NE7ABV4?ASIN=0439023521	I wanted to watch the movie so I read the book..	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really wanted to read the book before I saw the movie. I love details so I felt I had to. But this book is really good. I could barely put my kindle down reading this book. It was amazing and I would read it again</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VFJ5N7LFQZNS?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoy the theme of this story. I enjoy  how you made it very dramatic and very emotional . I cried at least 2 times. I also like this story because  I never wanted to stop reading because it was so intense.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BGZUII5NPGG1?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm not much of a reader and for me to read the whole book is a big statement!! I couldn't put it down!! Looking forward to the next book in the series and goin to start reading it as soon as I get done with this!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CZ3BG6LU4LB0?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved reading this book.  It really kept me enthralled and I couldn't put it down.  I've never been a huge reader so to finish a book so fast was an accomplishment and a testament for the story lines of this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBZ72X7GW0V1D?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent story!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I haven't seen the movie, so I decided to read the book. I am so glad I did. The book has a great narrative and point of view. I started out slow, but found that I couldn't put it down. I am ready for the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11SNTDJZL3SZB?ASIN=0439023521	Good, fast read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Saw the movie first and was pleasantly surprised to find all the similarities. The plot isn't overly complex, but it was engaging and had enough extra details left out of the movie that had me unable to put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQ51R34BKG74P?ASIN=0439023521	copy of battle royale	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this is a very good book but its a copy of the book battle wich in the book 22 kids are gassed on a school bus and wake up on a remote island and instructed to kill each other for a military test only 1 person lives</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RB6KDH0KASQPP?ASIN=0439023521	the hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not put it down. the characters are so realistic and loveable or hated. This book should be assigned reading for highschool english classes. It holds your attention and opens your imagination.  A great read!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8HWFR6IPHPAB?ASIN=0439023521	good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I did not get into this book when I started. then I watched movie. I like the movie very much so. when I read book again, I can image the characters from movie in the book. Now I am into book two. it is fun to read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10AREM6Z6X078?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was amazing. I loved how Suzanne Collins took Katniss, a poor girl from Distrect 12 and made her into a Hunger Games winner and gets rich. I think that it is a good book for readers who like  action books.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1G2QSYT6ZC7VM?ASIN=0439023521	Not worth your time or money, find a better book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm an avid reader. I own hundreds of books and am not shy when it comes to trying new books. I like many genres and age levels of books and have enjoyed many and varied styles. With that being said let me talk about The Hunger Games. It's writing style is atrocious and hard to get into. It's written in the current first-person, so things like ""I walk down the road and hear someone calling this book atrocious."" If you can get through that type of ilk that's great, it took a while, but hey I got through it. I was 80 pages in and still wondering when anything interesting was going to happen. 100 pages after that and I was STILL bored. The story is not anything new or thrilling. The entire story line is predictable, including the ""twist"" at the end, which is easily guessed well before it's ever even mentioned or hinted at. The ""twist"" isn't really a twist or surprising...at all. I won't go into spoilers, that's just rude BUT I will say that there are so many other books out there that have better writing, imagery, suspense, character building, love, twists and EVERYTHING else. Please, do yourself and society a favor, pass when it comes to this horrid excuse for a book and find something else.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YAY106S603JJ?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne you are an amazing writer! I love the plot of the story! I have read many books but none like this......... For other readers all I can say is hold on it is going to be an emotional roller coaster!!!!!!!!😄</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZ221YVSD7ZQ3?ASIN=0439023521	Not my cup of tea	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Not my genre but gave it a try anyway.  I didn't like and couldn't even finish (but some reason still couldn't say ""hated it"" but might give it a try again in the future, but even that doesn't appeal to me.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3L58SRJUUSRLV?ASIN=0439023521	I have lent my three books to several people who enjoyed the story as much as I did	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Number one of a trilogy.  Reading very quick because all three are to heck with housework just keep reading.  Very entertaining.  I have lent my three books to several people who enjoyed the story as much as I did.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AJDN77SRIH14?ASIN=0439023521	A big yes	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this book. Couldn't put it down actually. I normally like to read at a steady pace but this one sucks you in and you just tear through it. Actually cried when Rue died. Sign of a good book I guess.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35ZE9LUUV6G1X?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the hunger games series. It's nice having a heroine as the main character that isn't driven by romance as her motivation for everything. I refreshing story and different kind of heroine than we are used to.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VSTSBY3WZOCV?ASIN=0439023521	Scary concept	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">the way barack obama is trying to ruin our nation, his arrogant superiority, who seems to know what the citizens want more then we do. I could see him thinking this to be a good way to keep a,people under his thumb</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XE718HUETC3X?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Had to read this for a college class. Not one I would have picked. I like stories with an ending. However, caught my interest although will not read any sequels. My Grandkids loved it. So, guess it is an age thing.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Y665VS8RX5IR?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Decided to read this book after hearing good things about it. I must agree with those who recommended this as a quick yet enjoyable read. I felt drawn by the story line and found that it surpassed all expectations.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JGKIADCG0OAU?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome with a hint of sweet	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book makes me feel like I'm actually in the story! My favorite part was when Katniss realised the muttations resembled the dead tributes. I would recommend this to people who enjoys Suzanne Collins's books. :D</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YI32L3SEYEFA?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the BEST Trilogy I have read in years!! The author must have known I wouldn't be able to put this down. I spent many days sleep deprived.LOL. Well written. Read the whole trilogy in about 2 weeks. Loved it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YXX0CBC98OVJ?ASIN=0439023521	Exciting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">There was never a dull moment! Good luck trying to put it down at the end of a chapter! Just one more just one more is what I thought then in no time I was finished with the first book. Can't wait to read the next!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R282XYIGO1Z929?ASIN=0439023521	Sucks you in	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book sucks you into a world that could be our near future. The movie dose not do this book justice I'm glad I finally broke down and read it. I read all the books in lead than a week I could not put them down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3M0UYXZATW2P6?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have this book five stars because I really enjoyed the suspense and drama of the author's writing, as well as the rich and multilayered characters.  I am really looking forward to reading the rest of the trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TZV6ERTMUCQM?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The first book The Hunger Games. Was a sit on the edge of your seat book. Keeps you spell bought from the first page to the last page. This book could be enjoyed by all ages. Can't wait to start on book number two.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RP3YUJO1RUURG?ASIN=0439023521	Fun, easy read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Gripping story, right from the beginning. The battle at the end is very engaging. I watched the movie first and was surprised how closely it follows the book, but as usual you get a richer experience from the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R299ISPMZ0Y5WD?ASIN=0439023521	The ending was irritating.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was good overall, but I felt like the ending snuck up on the author so she just wrapped it up in a hurry. I'm sure there is a technical description from a writer's perspective but I don't have it to offer.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16QTFR99I3D6B?ASIN=0439023521	Have your box of tissues close by	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Just stopping in to put my five stars into the pot. I couldn't help comparing this novel to King's The Long Walk, in which I liked better. But, I still need to give credit where credit is due. Very emotional story.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1K84F4ZSKV6H7?ASIN=0439023521	Good Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good and entertaining.  Sometimes I want to go deep and thought provoking, other times I just want to be entertained.  This book accomplished elements of both those needs.  It is an easy read and I appreciate that.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3323I995LLY08?ASIN=0439023521	Hunter Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wanted to finish the book because  I had heard so much about it but I didn't really care for it.  I thought it would get better and I wanted to see how it ended.  I have no plans to read the others in the series.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XX5CY7UG6Z5F?ASIN=0439023521	Great story!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book is imaginative enough that it offers a literary escape from reality, but realistic enough to relate to.  Exciting book, new twists and turns that keep you flipping to the next page... Definitely recommend.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RUS1HJFV7SU9?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I found it very hard to put the book down. While some of the events went in the direction that I thought that they would go, others were completely different and I enjoyed that. It kept my interest all of the time.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2V1EMBXAZMXW1?ASIN=0439023521	Absolutely fantastic.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A must-read and a must-read-again! You can't help but fall in love with the characters. So well written and absolutely heartbreaking at times. You are with Katniss through her whole journey and you feel everything.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RB7S33UYERF1?ASIN=0439023521	Liked the imagination	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The first book was very interesting. The first 2 books were good. The third book was very predictable. It reminded me of some political disputes. Fantasy was detailed well that I could imagine the things very well.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2441LAZ6L6YZT?ASIN=0439023521	One of the greatest action/romance novels I ever read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">All I have to say about this book is ""WOW!"".  It was realistic, and it was a joy to read. It combined romance, and action into one action packed novel full of twists and turns. I seriously reccomend it to anybody.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GLR6R67OK0PQ?ASIN=0439023521	A brilliant book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read a lot, but I usually steer clear of the teen category.  I am glad in this case I didn't.<br/><br/>This book presents you with a world that is unlike most I have ever read about.<br/>The author is fast paced with the writing and never to wordy.  In fact to read a passage out loud to someone will really make you appreciate the prose.<br/>So many authors want to explain their world to you in so many words that the story takes a backseat.  In this case the story never stops and the world is presented to you as the story happens and I enjoyed that very much.<br/><br/>As an adult I wanted to reach out to Katniss and father her.  Teach her the things the author has made obvious to the reader but she is to young to have a full grip on.  I really started to feel for these kids, the people the entire world that is under Capitol control.  That is not to say that Katniss is your typical 16 year old because her life has made her very grown up in many ways.  More grown up than even I in many areas.<br/><br/>I finished this book the same day I started to read it because I couldn't stop.<br/>Give it a chance, its not to expensive and I think you'll end up picking up the other books in the series.<br/>I am currently reading book two ""Catching Fire"".</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WU0VQLID7ED?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">😄😄😄😄😄😄😄😄😄😄😄😄😄😄😄😄😄😄😄😄😄😄😄😄😄😄😄😄😄😄😄😄😄😄😄😄😄😄😄😄😄😄😄🌟it was awesome! Read only if you like long books, though. Try catching fire, the second book, or mocking jay, the third book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNOZ8AMABF6AF?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger Games is a well written book with an intriguing premise. The characters are believable and easy to like. The idea of children fighting to the death is unpleasant, but manageable in the context of the story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1X8Z06KTDTDAL?ASIN=0439023521	Hooked me up	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm not a good reader, I distract easily, most of the time I leave books aside without finishing them. Not this time, this book caught my attention from the start, very hard to put down. Highly recommended. Andres</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LOK9Q70WRAVP?ASIN=0439023521	reading The Hunger Game	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great reading people kept telling me to read the books ,just didnt think I would like them. As soon as I was done with book one I bought book two and Im a prime customer but couldnt wait a month to get second book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSWV83OD4OOKX?ASIN=0439023521	Have read all	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">How can u not love it I have read all of them twice.  Love how I can buy and read the same day. I'm kinda new in the last year or so to reading on a tablet. I still prefer a real book. But. This is easy and cheap.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23PYCN3URRFRW?ASIN=0439023521	Tight. Crisp. Great read and surprisingly human.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was prepared to dislike The Hunger Games because I am not a fan of futuristic or sci-fi but this book is so well written It had me all the way. Clear characterization, sympathetic and understandable motivations.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25056LLFFC6O2?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put the book down no matter what I was doing!  Every chapter was so filled with details and depth that I wanted to know more.  No sense in just getting this book, you'll want the 2nd one right away too!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LAAC3JEQR53E?ASIN=0439023521	Uh...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Just my opinion, but I think this book is very over rated. I suggest that you see the flick because it can't be worse than the book. It's only mu humble opinion. I think you should read it and decide for yourself.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Y5QD7M3D61WW?ASIN=0439023521	Wow!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The writing was fantastic. I was hooked by the end of the third page. I fell in love with every character. It was a quick read, primarily because I couldn't put the book down! Bravo! I can't wait to read the next.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBVSLMRG5HLGX?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I of course watched the movie first and wish I hadn't. The book was so much better. So detailed and action pack. I'm usually not much of a reader but this book has changed that! I'm excited to start the next one!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2D4W9Y6L2KDCS?ASIN=0439023521	What a page turner!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Even though I had seen the movie before reading this book, there were so many details left out that it felt like a different story. The last 7 chapters being  the most intense, I spent the rest of the day reading.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9158MO7R7M7O?ASIN=0439023521	so much better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I watched first the movie and really liked the story and more than a year later I finally got to read the book. I have to say I think it is allot better than the movie. Cannot wait to start with the second book :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HM5N7ZCGSU8Y?ASIN=0439023521	Great story!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love the storyline.  It has a lot of action.  A love story.  Peeta really cares for Katniss but she cannot see it.  I love the science fiction.  It makes you wonder what things are being developed in labs today.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ASMMLGD43K9J?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is filled with exciting moments. It always had me on the ""edge of my seat."" I have read all three books in the Hunger Games series and each one is just as good as the first book. Very good read!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2L2SJIYKUK4ZK?ASIN=0439023521	Absolutely amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is a must read for all ages. I suggest that everyone reads this. Ok once you start reading this series you can't put it down. The romance, the danger, the real aspects of our world is put into this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RMGT4J07IWYX?ASIN=0439023521	Great dystopian fiction	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">OK, this book was great, but I bogged down in the 2nd and will need to go back and pick it up again. Maybe I shouldn't have seen the movie ? Maybe I have that ""little attention span"" problem.....Woe is me!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RUXSICIWYTLO?ASIN=0439023521	Really Good!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book caught me up in the storyline almost immediately. I stayed up way too late because I  couldn't' t wait to see what happened next!  I would recommend it to anyone who enjoys a good edge of your seat read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKCFYUR9L1HLE?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was everything that I enjoyed about the movie. I am really excited about the next book. The author did a phenomenal job creating an imaginative world beyond my own experiences. I can`t wait to see what's ahead.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QO41FOH1A6FV?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">An excellent book.  Plot is good.  Action is slow at times.<br/>Characters are believable and well managed.  Main character always seems to come up with the right help and message last second.  Believable...eh???</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LI9X2DYSLZA0?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent.....	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thoroughly enjoyed this book. It was really well-written. I like the detail she put in. It made me feel like I was there sharing the experience with Katniss &amp; Peeta. I look forward to reading the next two books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27P611DIHQ8C4?ASIN=0439023521	Exhilarating book that you don't want to put down!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book and couldn't lay it down. It went into much more detail than the movie and gave you a better idea about what's going through Katniss's mind. An excellent book that I would recommend to everyone!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LA71WKHNQ2DM?ASIN=0439023521	Hungering for more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the third time I have  read the series and it just keeps improving. The subtle love triangle subplot to the entire book is riveting and really sets it apart from other  young adult fiction books out there.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17UEFZE5K06JQ?ASIN=0439023521	Very compelling book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Bought this book because everyone else was talking about it.  Glad I did!  This story is not just for the younger crowd.  I am a senior citizen and really enjoyed it.  Can hardly wait to read the next two sequels.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYMU1554IQLNK?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games indeed	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this book, cannot wait to read the rest of the trilogy.  I love books that can really make you imagine very vividly a different world.  I watched the movie, but it just didn't do the book justice.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFOPE5BY2MT7B?ASIN=0439023521	great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i really like this book, the concept and stuff, but i was totally dissappointed at the end, even though it leads you into the next book, which comes out next year, looooong way, i really dont like cliff hangers :/</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3K9ZP8WTCRDIH?ASIN=0439023521	Addictive Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book had me hooked since the very beginning. I could not put it down. Suzanne Collins wrote the book in a way that I felt like I was there, watching, experiencing everything. Very well written and addictive.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OLXA0WWORMGV?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book and sci-fi action story! This book is geared towards young adults so the vocabulary is not too advanced and it shys away from deeper, more adult topics. It is a great story, worth the read nonetheless.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HRHU40481ZRD?ASIN=0439023521	Best	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely loved this book! Best fiction I've read in years. Also a lot of symbolic use = showing the dangers of a government who has too much power over the people. I can't wait to start reading the next book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14LVQ55AMHIPT?ASIN=0439023521	Could not put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">the way this book is written is wonderful! I could not have imagined how to take this story and make it so exciting to read as well as turn it into a love story of sorts. I can not wait to read the entire series!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HB6DJZ6ITWJW?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is sooo interesting! If you watched the movie you would have understood the story better. This book is good for you if you like fighting and romance combined. If you get this book , you won't regret it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27LUDY6FKGVA2?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wasn't sure if I would be able to handle this series...if it would be too much but I'm glad I read it and I'm looking forward to the next. Great imagery and created world that...in some ways isn't that created.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RZMH3PKK7HSB?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What an amazing story. I was hooked from the first page. I thought it wouldn't be entertaining for me, as an adult, because I thought the series was geared towards a younger crowd but I was wrong. Very good book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DBY14TNFEQWT?ASIN=0439023521	Love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I never read this type of book, especially with children being harmed, but everyone said it was so good. I could not put it down and so I bought the next two books to make sure I was able to just keep on reading.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JTX7F38OJMQX?ASIN=0439023521	All the hype for nothing! 2 stars!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Just when I thought the movie was bad the book is worse! This book is cheaper than most popular books for a reason, I won't be reading the rest of the series, I would not recomend this to anyone, save your money!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33EKRGSF79ZPI?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is fantastic. The Hunger Games is a great book, and it is very descriptive. I would read this book over and over again. It is also very sad. If you are going to read this book, watch the movie after it.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12SZMR5R59RR2?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great story. The movie did it no justice. Looking forward to the next book. Katniss is an interesting heroine and I hope she is able to pull through with her true love and find a way to rebel against the capital!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17FQ92NFRKFCD?ASIN=0439023521	Great Start to a Great Series.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My wife was the one who read these, she loved them, few book series cause her to stay up reading all night, this was one, Game of Thrones being the other. I kind of want to read this now that I've seen the movie.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1L8XTTP6O4KY5?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After seeing the movie I just had to read the book and I can easily say that the book is spectacular, way better than the movie for sure. I definitely recommend it to anyone looking for an excellent book to read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3F9W9D14PE57N?ASIN=0439023521	WOW! GREAT BOOK!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am in love with this series. I was not able to put it down! Suzanne Collins is great at keeping up the suspense to keep you reading. I was SAD when it was done and could not WAIT to read the rest of the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LTMM1B0SH0G5?ASIN=0439023521	Great story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought the subject matter of the book would be too gruesome for me, which is why I waited so long to read it. However, the story hooks you right away. I couldn't put it down. I'm glad I gave the book a chance.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35OWUVSG4ZQKB?ASIN=0439023521	Great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was different than what I would normally read but because I had heard so much about it I wanted to see what everyone was talking about.  I must say I couldn't put it down and am now into the second one!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29XKJXTQ33XTJ?ASIN=0439023521	Enthralling Tale!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellently written, this is a must-read for lovers of dystopian society.  See the world of District 12 and the Capitol through Katniss' eyes, and join her in the fight for her life and the honor of her district.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HNWKYBITAJHG?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved this book. I've read it twice already and will read it again in the future. The writing just draws you in to the struggle of their day to day life and the horror they face once a year with The Hunger Games.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23QF2VQPOAWH7?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book! The words just flowed and weren't complicated to follow.  I fell in love with the two main characters and when I was finished with this book, I couldn't wait to read the next one in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3H0NVFR00UPXA?ASIN=0439023521	great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wanted to read this book before my daughter got her hands on it. To see if it was appropriate for her or not.<br/>I found it to be a great book.<br/>Didn't want to put it down until i was finished the story!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R43Y3DDAGISVA?ASIN=0439023521	Insert Witty Remark Here	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book a couple weeks ago in a galley copy and enjoyed it immensely. While it is a watered down version of Battle Royale, it is still a good story, and it shows that the author is very capable. You have a strong female protagonist which the story is told form, which makes it a much more cohesive, and definitely less visceral story, as many of the deaths that occur in the book, occur out of your field of vision.<br/><br/>It is extremely entertaining, and while it certainly is not for young children(under 11 or so I would say) it is a great addition to a many peoples libraries, and it is a much safer version of this type of story than Battle Royale.<br/><br/>The whole tale behind the book, is the yearly occurrence of the ""Hunger Games"" which is a show of power of the government over the 12 districts which it controls(it used to be 13, but they nuked them many years before) and which 2 children(between 12 and 18) from each district are pitted against one another in a battle to the death. You meet your characters form district 12, and you get a ""love"" story which is quite good, and mostly understated. I would definitely recommend this book and look forward to the final two volumes of the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZBMBC5BTPGIM?ASIN=0439023521	The book is addictive. I feel like I have been dropped in the middle. I have spent a whole night reading this book and my anxiet	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am very pleased with this book but feel like I have been dropped in the middle.. I have spent a whole night reading this book and my anxiety level is very high. I am hooked and must immediately begin book two.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QE8PZD68OZF9?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Reread this after seeing the movie.  The book is so much better (as books always are).  Am moving in to read book two, which is my favorite.  I highly recommend the series. Great book for young and older adults.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DAD7WLJZTAHZ?ASIN=0439023521	Best Book Ever!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've watched the movie a thousand times, and just watched Catching Fire, but I never git to read the book. And now I can. This book deserved 5 stars because it's a great book and I didn't have a problem with it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NTK9T590BA8?ASIN=0439023521	Better then the movie!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved it!!! If you liked the movie, you will LOVE the book!! I didn't want to put it down!!Even though I have seen Hunger Games and Catching Fire, the book kept me on the edge of my seat. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16RFS6RDKMOAG?ASIN=0439023521	ABSOLUTELY LIFE CHANGING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you don't read this book you will miss out on everything that has meaning in your life cause the book is just that serious. I wish I could've changed some things but overall the book was absolutely wonderful.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IJBDF7OUN2V9?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this because a co-worker said it was good.  I could not put it down.  I was so glad that I started reading it after the next 2 books were already out there because I downloaded them as soon as I was done.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUVDVHJGFK7PM?ASIN=0439023521	Good reading for teens and adults	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Katniss can be influential with young readers, I believe. She is initially certain of many things about herself and others,<br/>yet is open to learning she has been in error. That's a good step toward maturity.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYI0DJH6F15GA?ASIN=0439023521	AWESOME READ	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">God I loved this book. It has action, sadness and everything I look for in a YA book. If you're hesitant about picking up this book, don't! It is an excellent read and had me captivated from the very first page!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHKEWAB1U7WW5?ASIN=0439023521	BETTER THAN THE MOVIE	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I waited until the second book was released as a movie before reading the series. This was a FAST read and so much more detailed than the movie. But books are always going to be better than the movie adaptation.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12H3D7KKRPXHB?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The moment i picked up this book i couldn't put it down! Yes ive watched the movies, so i know what is to come but this book it way better than the movies. It explains more in detail of everything that happens!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KKZRK8ZWOYUE?ASIN=0439023521	Not just another love story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is by far one of my favorites. Of course it has a love triangle but it's not the focus of the book. There are soo many great themes and ideas. And a plus is that the movie follows the book pretty well!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1N05L9ZAPNL80?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I chose this rating because the most awesome thing about this book is the suspense in it, and the author did a very good job with then introduction, main body, and the conclusion. Also because I like it a lot!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBRLBXK0CEEC7?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I can't wait to get my hands on the next book and next till trilogy is done! There wasn't one slow moment in the whole book for me. I laughed, I cried and now I'm hollow from the ending. Wait till the next book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2O1L2TVIEKXT2?ASIN=0439023521	Good book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very difficult to put down this entertaining book... however it could have lasted longer. Very unique concept and easily readable by most age groups. Possibly to violent for some of the younger audience however.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R223NNZ0NPZ1DZ?ASIN=0439023521	Sucked me in	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had barely put this down when I bought the next book. Compelling storyline, and very ""real"" characters. Makes you think about how we all would react when put under tremendous stress. An excellent read.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26I545GASW7WJ?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was worried because I watched the movie before I read the book and I was worried that I wouldn't like the book but I love it!!!! Suzanne Collins did a great job! I am looking forward to reading the next one!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2C49Q561OIZ21?ASIN=0439023521	Loved this!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was amazing, couldn't put it down. The only thing I could say that was negative about this book was that it wasn't long enough. Even with the other two books in the trilogy I wish they had been longer!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3U2CV963FLT8C?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fantastic read and interesting commentary on society. Finished it in just a couple of days. However, I hear a lot of young kids are reading it. It's pretty graphic so I'd recommend to be at least in high school.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RX0NVU5G9LKIP?ASIN=0439023521	3.5 Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I rounded up. I read this book because of all the craze before the first movie came out. It's decent. It is a good time and quite forgettable unless you are a teenage girl or a middle school boy who is confused.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R48J1MGOQO62V?ASIN=0439023521	Gripping	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had seen the movie previous to reading the book.  I found the way the Ms Collins unfolded the story was incredible.  I could not wait to have time to curl up and read this book.  I will be reading book 2 next.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1G605R6I8QB43?ASIN=0439023521	Had to read it.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book will appeal to all age groups and personalities. Not one to generally go for fantasy, I none the less got absorbed in this tale. Looking forward now to seeing how it is portrayed on film.<br/><br/>NO</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UFD03A6X8L7V?ASIN=0439023521	Wow	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was an amazing book! I first saw the movie and it made me want to read the book to see all that I know I missed in translation. It was well worth it and I think I'm going to watch the movie again right now.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TRGT8TTMPV2K?ASIN=0439023521	Pulls you in and holds you tight	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Seen the movie and was intrigued to read the book. Glad I did! Read the entire book in just a couple days. Gonna go back and re watch the movie just to see the things in the book. Then diving right in to book 2.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUKZ9GPFUVZKI?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">An intriguing story that keeps you guessing around every bend.  The characters are complex but still relatable.  Katniss is an amazing girl with super-human abilities.  I can't wait to read the next installment!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMGO7A85TZKDB?ASIN=0439023521	Alittle tough at first	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">but I don't read Sci-Fi and this felt like that to me in the beginning. Once I got past the first couple of chapters (which I struggled through)...oh boy. I was hooked line and sinker! Tore through all three....</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OBLE77NULJK1?ASIN=0439023521	"Review for ""the hunger games"""	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The hunger games is the most amazing book I have ever read! Two thumbs up! This book intrigued me from the start. I recommend this book to everyone I know! I will be reading the rest of the series can't wait!!:)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RD1314TLW5CGQ?ASIN=0439023521	Good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Interesting premise, very good story, interesting characters, and fast moving. For me as an adult, there was a little too much teenage kissing but I think that is something that younger readers better relate to.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3S2UXJXJLJNQM?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I came into this book completely ignorant of its content. I've never read any reviews or watched  it's movie. Now I will refrain for the movie... I know it won't ever live up to how awesome the book actually is!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UZV5RL6866T4?ASIN=0439023521	Very good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wanted to read the Hunger Games series to see what all the buzz was about. I literally could not put it down. I raced through the series only to immediately start it over again. Very enjoyable book and series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MWK7J0H0PV2X?ASIN=0439023521	Couldnt put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was worried about the series being too dark and too much of a glimpse into what the future could hold. On the contrary, it was just a great, engaging story. Highly recommend, even for people with reservations.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1EZATZF0VNASG?ASIN=0439023521	The first book in a trilogy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My own kids were reading this book, so I had to read it myself. I admit that it was a page turner, and I had to keep on going until the end. It was a violent concept, but written so that kids would keep reading.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VK9CZUJ24JLO?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have read this book over 10 times. Anyone who says this is a bad book is crazy. If you read this it will amaze you. Just think this could actually could happen! If you think you won't like it just try it once.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LAVHFVJTW2V9?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed the book.  The movie would have been better if I had read it first.     It was very slow in the beginning  but having read the book you can get much more from it.  Anxious to start the 2nd book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RF43MMKKW7OPZ?ASIN=0439023521	Great read!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is an easy and extremely entertaining read! The storyline is super depressing but sucks you in. Do not pick up this series if you have important things to do because you will just want to keep reading!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFD6UIYZM3BOI?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games....	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was good, gave a good insight to a third world country, it was interesting to read and riveting, but you need to be into the book else it's not a good read.<br/>Made me want to read the rest of the books! :)</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1E9XMXYDFZX0P?ASIN=0439023521	awesome book and movie!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Watched the movie the weekend it first came out and did not know anything of the story. After watching it, I had to buy the book!  Love that I found it for cheap on here.  Great and fast service from the seller!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/REQMM48KNKMG0?ASIN=0439023521	Read the whole trilogy in 3 days	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Books that pull you in like this one are why I love to read. You can lose yourself completely in the world Collin's creates. The inner dialogue, the scenery, and the constant suspense make this trio a must read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3L6T8U32B29HU?ASIN=0439023521	Kind of over-rated	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book moves very slowly. I made myself read it before seeing the movie, however I am not a fan of either.  I do like the storyline, but the way it is written I found it difficult to push myself to finish it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1V2IWSM92JY6R?ASIN=0439023521	Yreally enjoyed it. Although it is clearly aimed at the ...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Yreally enjoyed it. Although it is clearly aimed at the teenage market it zips along nicely for someone of later years. Well done to get anyone into the joy of reading! I shall recommend it to my granddaughter.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4C3C478EZIS0?ASIN=0439023521	Endless struggle	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Katniss was a normal girl in the poorest district of panem Intel the games changed her life  the hunger games were always<br/>Bad news full of death blood though she survived the true show has not even started</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32VNLL069AQJ2?ASIN=0439023521	Absolutely incredible!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Brilliant brilliant brilliant! I can't put this book down and it's interfering with my life, hehe! Didn't expect it to be this great, can't wait to finish book 1 and get to the other 2! Well done to the author.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3619DJ43OG20Y?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is perfet for any age or any kind of likes. If you want to read something with adventure, subrealism, love, drama or suspense this book is perfect for you and your kids (if you have). 100% recommended</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24L107XZ0V1Y5?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Not the kind of thing I normally read but I became very intrigued right from the start. Couldn't wait to get to the next chapter. Except for the violence, this book is suitable for older kids as well as adults.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDXWGE20EPTEZ?ASIN=0439023521	a good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I would recommend this book to anyone who like to see someone rise from the ashes of life . As i reading the second book right  and i will definitely read the 3rd. Really have me rooting for certain characters.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30W66JRMIOKU2?ASIN=0439023521	amazingly weird	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very gripping and imaginative. Keeps you hooked till you finish. Waiting to read the second part.<br/><br/>The kids killing each other part as a concept is a bit weird... but the story surely makes up for it.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRNATYQMOYCKN?ASIN=0439023521	A gripping read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I surprised myself by reading this book well into the night. Collins really has the gift of gripping suspense. The book still feels ""young adult"" to me, but that doesn't stop it's being a gripping read.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SRNCE7S91V7F?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!! Present tense??	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The first section of the book, I loved!! The Hunger Games section, um, was kind of confusing for me. I mean, it was in present tense, but it didn't make sender in present tense. Other than that, it new me away!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23RV72NUBL4FE?ASIN=0439023521	Very good read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Liked the way the character's thoughts added to the suspense of the story. I admit I saw the movie before I read the book, but I completely enjoyed it and couldn't put it down. Can't wait to read the next book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19F27SMUNO9VF?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book is seriously amazing. I recommend this to ages 11 &amp; up. The hunger games is my absolute favorite book. With all the romance, drama, and action I couldn't put it down. Had me hooked from the beginning.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JHTQP7CT86GH?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a great book. I would read it again. I especially liked all the changes in the plot. I won`t tell you anymore, since I wouldn't want to ruin it for others<br/><br/>Netflix Oki<br/><br/>Netflix<br/>'</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HF8CE12EROBR?ASIN=0439023521	Review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was very enjoyable. I look forward to reading the others in the series. I am very intrigued by the end of this book and interested to see how the author addresses the underlying story in this edition.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1E6PDVWIHSFKE?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">a book unlike any I have ever read before. Although appauling<br/><br/>I could not put down this book!  The story is crazy but you hang on every word  with your heart beating for the characters in the  story!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RG2JDYO5ZL33?ASIN=0439023521	I realy liked it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It kept you at the edge of your seat with the suspense and it almost made me fall right off. when i wasnt reading i was thinking of a way to sneak and keep reading some more id give it a 100 out of 5 if i could</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2G3WOAQQB4DRH?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a fast read and held my interest throughout.  I read this after having seen the film and my enjoyment was not lessened.  There are intrinsic differences in the novel and the film, both being enjoyable.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3R6V645RNK9B7?ASIN=0439023521	Interesting fiction	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Ok, I do not like futuristic or violent books but I really enjoyed the Hunger Games trilogy.  Somehow the story is so much more important and riveting than the violence, I was able to enjoy the book despite it.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ET84QB6YVGEM?ASIN=0439023521	Hard to put down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I LOVE this book.  The best part about it is that when you are done with it, you can move on to Book #2 in the trilogy!  I was worried it might be too graphic or gory for my taste, but it is perfectly balanced.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3B6BJ1DF9ZKA2?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games is page turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a book that not only my pre-teen and teen daughters could get in to.  I also found the book to be a nice change of pace and thoroughly enjoyed.  You immediately are sucked in and it's hard to put down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2U8UH3NQGX0EB?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderfully visual and engaging	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The post-apocalyptic novel is beautifully written and visual.  The story is fascinating, the little bit of romance is nice, and I couldn't stop thinking about it when I finished.  Can't wait for the next book!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FB5IGZTSJLE3?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING BOOK!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Haven't read a book like this which I simply could not put down in a long time.  Read all three books in record time and am not anticipating the movie!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38NT7T1D34TVE?ASIN=0439023521	Captivating series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Brilliant writing and style.  Extremely captivating series, it draws you into the world so that you feel like you are experiencing everything along with the characters.  Can't wait to see what she writes next.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22U9BOSBT9R4Y?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Absolutely love this book! I watched the first two movies first and decided I needed to read the series because I need to know what's going to happen! I do wish I'd read this book before watching the movies!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38YXR633QO2LW?ASIN=0439023521	What a great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's just incredible how exciting it is to read this book, with every page it takes you into the story and you feel like you cannot stop reading, I would reed this book millions of times without getting tired.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R143O64WZ5IAYN?ASIN=0439023521	Book one	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I chose a five star rating because I really like the detail the author put in to the book. I loved every part of the book.and recommend this book to anyone that likes adventure and suspense.<br/><br/>  -Erin</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NKZGN4V7RIB8?ASIN=0439023521	The first one which gets you hooked	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was the only book of the triology which I really liked. The apocalytic environs, novelty of the 'games' and the seemingly doomed love makes this a pleasant read. The sequels alas are certainly a let down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGHYB0JGTLMC4?ASIN=0439023521	Great discussion book for adult on government manipulation of their citizens.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It had appeal to adult from the government manipulation of their citizens, connections with all the current reality shows, suspenseful plot, and believeable characters. Great discussion book for adult readers.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LSF5RTUE64E8?ASIN=0439023521	Oh just give me another one!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't think Suzanne would need to fix any thing because I finish this book in one day! I was so into it I only stopped to get food and drinks! If you know that the movie is good than this book is to die for!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32OJWQZA2J9RS?ASIN=0439023521	An Amazing Young Adult Novel	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is an amazing young adult book with the perfect amount of romance, science fiction elements, and breathtaking descriptions. I found Katniss to be a witty, loveable character with a believable personality.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BEZVV0YPR5TH?ASIN=0439023521	Love	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was great to me it seemed like a love story but a weird one. The love Peeta and Katniss share is so confusing but interesting. Then how the book ended just makes you want to read catching fire.!!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MO3FBD3NKEAW?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved the Hunger Games so much, really and truly enjoyed this. This book had me thinking about myself being in this situation, but thank goodness it won't happen, hopefully. Anyways, great book worth the read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3C1O9O1FFT1Y0?ASIN=0439023521	I knew what to expect	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wasn't expecting a very sophisticated level of writing when delving into this series, and I got exactly what I expected. It wasn't 100% original, but it the story had enough creativity that I got through it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ODG98SXMVQTE?ASIN=0439023521	Good to Pass the Time	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Nothing too profound or deep, but a good quick read if you're looking for some entertaining fiction to offset other more serious or complex books you might be reading presently (Super Freakonomics in my case).</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VQ24OV0J8QVB?ASIN=0439023521	Teenage hormones	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I would say that this is a good book for young adults. Teenagers are on the whole an unpredictable lot. Surviving the districts is takes luck skill,friends and not making any waves . When will kids ever learn?</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FCWLFDEWRDDU?ASIN=0439023521	"Lord Of The Flies with more ""flair"""	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was forced to read this so I might be a little biased. Having read the book and seen the movie, it seems more suited for the 9 to 15 year old crowd. I can't understand why a grown-up would want to read this.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1574GI379WQ93?ASIN=0439023521	The girl on Fire!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">An mind assaulting, Post-Apocalyptic view of cruelty and resistance. If you plan on seeing the movie, read this BEFORE seeing the movie. You will have a better understanding of Katniss and her thought process.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROXU4PR03AJH7?ASIN=0439023521	love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This has become one of my favorite book series, it has very real and complex characters. I cannot read the Twilight series anymore, because this is just better. Definitely some adult content, but a great read.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R259BL0IZOARE4?ASIN=0439023521	Surprisingly enjoyed	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was hesitant to watch the movie because the story seemed so horrible. I thoroughly enjoyed the movie and had to read the books! I am not a big reader and finished it in 2 days...starting the 2nd one tonight!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GNNNXLTD85WC?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Being that I had seen the movie already, I was anxious to read the book. As good as the movie is, the book is, of course, better because it can be more descriptive and expansive- enabling so much more emotion.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25C1OAZIW76OQ?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book allows me to learn more words. Also I enjoyed the narrative and how the story develops. Katniss is the heroine and she has to grow and and learn so fast the rules of manipulation in order to survive.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27AS8Z9HZLH1I?ASIN=0439023521	Perfect easy reading fun	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved reading this series while waking up in the middle of the night with a new baby. Highly entertaining, but also very very easy to read - zone out for a few pages and you still know exactly what's going on.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1T154C2NSG88K?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie first and it got me to want to read the books. Which is saying a lot because I don't read books at all. They never grab my attention. This book did. If you like the movie. You'll love the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HT7VPALYIHFH?ASIN=0439023521	Kept my interest!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Not a dull moment, worth reading, even if you already seen the movie.  If you have not seen the movie and plan on watching it, make sure you read this first, it will help you understand the movie a lot better.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1D6YIJSG835WR?ASIN=0439023521	Makes me want to see the movie!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was great! Suzanne Collins has a wonderful charismatic way of writing that really draws you into her novel. I laughed and cried and really got in touch with the characters. I just wanted more, more, more.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MF8VB3F3SWUD?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the book!!!  Ofcourse, as soon as I was finished, I wanted to read the others in the series, so I then went ahead and bought the Triology.  Save yourself the money and just buy the book with all three.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RG2UJOONEPRLU?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games Movie Tie-In Edition	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It may have been written for children, but I am a senior citizen and loved it.  It shows the problems that can occur when government has total control.  There is a lesson for everyone to learn from this novel.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1STV4WN665PPR?ASIN=0439023521	... book was selected for our book club and I enjoyed it so much that I read all three books ...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was selected for our book club and I enjoyed it so much that I read all three books before our book club met.  Great characters and action.  The book keeps you page-turning until the very last page.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28UUHZSIK7GZ3?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games Was A Great Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was great! I liked how the author did the ending of each chapter with sort of a cliffhanger. I would recommend this book to anyone who likes adventure, survival, family, and a little bit of romance.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QU3XZA82ACOD?ASIN=0439023521	awesome sauce!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is just amazing and I wish there could be a way for Tris from the Divergent series could meet Katniss. Some people the two books are similar. anyways this is one of the best books written ever!!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IMRRRR4E4Y5S?ASIN=0439023521	Blatant plagiarism	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Collins blatantly stole the plot of the Japanese 1999 book/2000 movie ""Battle Royale."" She claims not to have but the similarities are far too many to be coincidence. She's a plagiarist, not a writer.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NGRAM2RMVTI0?ASIN=0439023521	I might be the last person t read it, ...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I might be the last person t read it, but I wish I had lots earlier.  Move into the world of Katniss and be swept away,  It is a bit brutal, but the action is intense and ongoing.  I could hardly put it down.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37R312F4Z9AO9?ASIN=0439023521	really nice book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">why this rating??<br/>the ending is not that great .....<br/> i have not read divergent, but when i ask other people which book is better... they reply hunger game.. its an original which cannot be replaced</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HKUWXF52ZIAQ?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was amazing. It was gory and detailed but strong and boldly written. I'm very impressed with Suzanne Collins . It took a while to get to the games but still great. I hope catching fire is as good. :)</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HMC3YRW81WIU?ASIN=0439023521	Instant classic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This series is an instant classic and has a ton of social and cultural themes worth discussion.  I doubt my review will sway anyone one way or another but I do enjoy reviewing books this well written.  Enjoy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1V6N5N84G6NJT?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is one of the best I have read so far.  It's a mixture of violence and love that makes the story complete. When you start reading this book, be careful, because you won't be able to stop reading it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RNMWKTASKCGN?ASIN=0439023521	Shocked	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I can't get over how close the movie followed this book. I never watch the movie first,because the book is always better. I loved reading this and having a face for all the characters. Enjoyed this very much.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RECAATNBPCFT4?ASIN=0439023521	Easy read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The trilogy was an easy read. Fairly predictable in parts. Good escapism. Could be broken down and analysed from a societal point of view. The violence was descriptive at times and needed to be for the story.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14PZ122JPPVSH?ASIN=0439023521	Underwhelmed by this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I decided to read The Hunger Games because of all of the excitement generated by the recent movie.<br/>I was underwhelmed by this book.  It came across as very sophomoric.  I wouldn't recommend it to others.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R116JQ5DM0QK63?ASIN=0439023521	You cant' stop reading until you finish!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is amazing, it is the best science fiction that I have read in a while. I would highly recommend to read the book before seeing the movie, you can really spoil the book by watching the movie before.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R399XJKLJCE28J?ASIN=0439023521	best book ever!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is so amazing and has so much suspense, I couldn't put it down!!!!!!! This book is a perfect twist of romance, violence, action, adventure, mystery, and suspense, you be dying to read the next book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5TU4U9CROZ11?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful....	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The movie is very close to the book but I loved getting the internal thought process of every character and the detailed backstory.  I loved it.  A truly truly wonderful book. I'm starting the second one now.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25R9HZDY35CFA?ASIN=0439023521	"Review of ""Hunger Games"""	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Why did I buy it? I saw the movie and decided to try the book.<br/>The book was much better than the movie. The movie had view details and you reall did not get to know the characters and their back grounds.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2EU8E72O9GC47?ASIN=0439023521	Wow!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is absolutely incredible! I literally could not put it down. It's been 45 seconds since I read read the last sentence, and I already miss Katniss and Peeta!<br/>Can't wait to start the next book :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7RFB30DY3GNW?ASIN=0439023521	great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought that this book was exceptional! Susan did a fabulous job on describing the characters and scenes! I read all three books very quickly and was completely entertained throughout the whole bool series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30I3RBKH6AAP2?ASIN=0439023521	Entertaining!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was impressed all the through it. I didn't really think this book about a game where teenagers are forced to kill each other would keep me interested. I was pleasantly surprised! It was a entertaining read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R784VR2LLX0WF?ASIN=0439023521	Good book, very intense	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The way the book beguins, the way the writter explain the situations, the feelings and a future world where people is nothing than pieces of a game, meke the reader think deeply about the characters feelings.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WM21GDU0LK4X?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Absolutely loved this book :) couldn't put it down. I'm not the kinda person who can just sit down and read a book. But with this book I definitely could! The movie does not give this book any justice at all.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NBDTOA2230ZV?ASIN=0439023521	Predictable	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If I were a young adult, or an adolescent, I might have enjoyed this a bit more. It didn't capture my attention through story line, nor, through intriguing character construction. I was glad when it was over.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PR0MUVZ2BGNN?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wasn't able to put it down til it was over. What a horrible thing that would be if the hunger games really existed. This book was exciting and kept my attention the whole was through. Loved it all the way!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGDV6UTMUSIYO?ASIN=0439023521	Great read - easy too.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thoroughly enjoyed this book. I didn't think I would because of all the hype from the movie. I wasn't sure that the premise of the story was going to catch my attention, but it did. Now on to the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24U6LEYZDEI5C?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I totally love this book!<br/><br/>I chose this book because I really wanted to read it<br/>I rated this book because I want reader's to make good choices on their books.<br/>Thanks for writing this book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZR5I3H35Q0Z4?ASIN=0439023521	A good read....	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Not a bad book by any means. In fact, I really enjoyed it, but it was fairly predictable. Storyline is laid out well and character development is good, but the predictability keeps this one at 4 stars for me.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DDRKERX53UOK?ASIN=0439023521	Better than Harry potter	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best book ever. I read Harry Potter a few weeks ago. I was crazy telling everybody to read it. But then when people asked me how good this book was I kept silent, smirked and yelled,""GREATEST BOOK EVER!!!!!!""</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQ967BUZ8J05C?ASIN=0439023521	I haven't watched the movie, highly recommend the book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I haven't watched the movie, highly recommend the book.<br/>Reminds me of the sort story The Lottery. This book should be required reading in high school. Great book.  Can't wait to read more by this author.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YVTM6B9HE6Q4?ASIN=0439023521	Read it in one day, it's that good!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved it, couldn't put it down actually. I had already seen the movie. Even though I knew all the big moments that were going to happen, I was drawn to keep going by the suspenseful ending in every chapter.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2AUXZCT997ZCR?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book after having seen the movie and it still kept me on my toes. I like the book because it goes into more detail about Katniss' personality and her relationships with the characters of the book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1C179GVQ2BZIN?ASIN=0439023521	Exquisite Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">""The Hunger Games"" does not only accomplish the characteristic of action, but also romance, thrill, suspense, and cliff-hanging! This book is worth the read, and will surely have you on the edge of your seat!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37L46SWYPPDL5?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Really great book! I just kept reading and reading. It's a little slow at first but it picks right up after a little while. I really liked the peeta character, he was my favorite.  This is a really great book</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RN3D0MUBVTDY?ASIN=0439023521	Starved for more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This story has everything... Poverty &amp; riches, political agendas, war games, drama, cold blooded killing &amp; survival, familial ties &amp; history, &amp; a fascinating love triangle. A.page turner from start to finish.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XONTIKYOZ151?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">SO much better then the movie. Read the book before you watch the movie. But absolutely love the book. Had to buy the second book the day I finished this book because I just couldn't wait to see what happens.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TL3D14JPXLAJ?ASIN=0439023521	What a fabulous book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">An excellent read. Once I started I could not put it down! What an adventure. It is rare that a book makes me cry but I couldn't help myself. As soon as I was finished, I ordered Catching Fire for the Kindle!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1N53L3PEEJW87?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put the SERIES down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it so much that I bought the other two immediately after I finished the first, and couldn't put the series down for three days straight.  The perfect solution to a napping baby while on maternity leave!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MP98DBMPJ1VE?ASIN=0439023521	A deliciously twisted story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book and thought ""What is wrong with this author?  How could she write something so disturbing, so twisted, so sick?"".  Then I thought ""Why couldn't it have been me who wrote something this good"".</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RM5UWD7UIJNCU?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After three attempts on other sites to order this book in hardcover to complete my daughter's collection, Amazon got it right! I will shop directly through Amazon from now on! Loved the book, loved the movie!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1F95PDVO4NCQ3?ASIN=0439023521	Don't miss this book!  The edge has gotten closer!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Seldom do you run across a book that gives you pause for thought.  What a story!  Society has taken a turn for the horrific!<br/><br/>Perfect for Grade 7 up to Adult! After Twilight, let the games begin!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JW8G4AKBYBN4?ASIN=0439023521	Finished it and immediately read it again	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I finished reading The Hunger Games and immediately reread it. I didn't want it to end. I really enjoyed the author's imaginative series, Gregor the Overlander, but this story is aimed at slightly older readers and is just a step beyond Gregor. The premise is not so new- young people from different areas are set up in a gladiator style sacrifice/fight to the death that is reminiscent of Logan's Run and The Running Man.  A poverty stricken sixteen year old girl is sent off to the capital city of the country that arose from the ashes of North America, along with a male counterpart.  Katniss doesn't think she stands much of a chance against the ""career"" competitors who have trained many years for the glory and honor of battle.  Her skill at foraging and hunting small prey may keep her from starving, but she has no experience with fighting and cannot allow herself to become attached to other players when only one is permitted to exit the arena alive.  The entire event is filmed and all citizens are expected to watch the games.<br/><br/>The writing is superb and the details of the challenges she faces are exquisitely presented. I can hardly wait to read the other books in the trilogy.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3Q4PAJXI45SHR?ASIN=0439023521	Best Book Ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could never put this book down and its the best book I have read yet. I read this book multiple times and got better each time. I love how Katniss really makes contact with the reader. I suggest this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQVND15K9ZDRX?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was absolutely amazing. I truly enjoyed it. However, some parts were sad. Also, I think kids younger than 11 years old should NOT read this book, for it is about children trying to kill each other.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FOVPG5RF9LZA?ASIN=0439023521	Prefer the movie but still worth checking out	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Not better than the movie (just my opinion) but a quick read. Kept me intrigued despite some hiccups. Recommended if you liked the movie or want to get into young adult fiction. Going to try the others soon.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RT33UM2FZYW50?ASIN=0439023521	great read in the sun!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I never read this series but my Sister suggested it for our long plane ride and time in the sun!  Starting on the 2nd in the series now - just need another vacation to have time to complete it and the third!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QQADN46N7I0B?ASIN=0439023521	Great book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved this book. Couldn't put it down. It did take me some time to get used to the writing style, but once I got over that I really enjoyed it. I like the characters, and I like the differences in the world.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RH1A0ZBKAQIS3?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie before I read the book. I must say that I loved the book more. It brought more feelings and history out than is ever brought out int he movie. It is a great read and I love all three of them.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MQDE4852POEO?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked the characters how the are portrayed in this book. I like the feelings for Katniss and Peers and her complicated feelings for Gale. You don't forget that Katniss is young and has love for her sister.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31I4YDCRJQBEJ?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games Book 1	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">wow this book is amazing I love it. in the beginning it was a bit boring, but once you get to the reaping it gets very exciting. I would recommend it to anyone who can read through a two chapter boring part.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3L6XIJCI0XIQK?ASIN=0439023521	Love love love!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Decided to start reading the books after watching the first two movies. Once I started reading, I could not stop. Getting ready to go to work became harder and harder seeing as I couldn't put my kindle down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IP6TJNBYRT4J?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent book, highly recommended	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is excellent. It paints a terrifying portrait of a dystopian society ruled by an oppressive central government. Certainly an appropriate cautionary tale for contemporary society. A worthwhile read.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJ2QXEUK23UUQ?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have not seen the movie yet but the first volume of the series is really rivetting. Every night I read a few pages and it is hard to put down. A must read for anyone who likes fantasy, sci fi and suspense.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1P85RU5JLEVX4?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This a great book, and I loved reading it. I couldn't put it down. If you are looking for a great page turner that you can't put down, and like action, drama, plot twists, and suspense, this book is for you.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FBF6Y6VQVQTI?ASIN=0439023521	A good read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wish I read it before seeing the movie.  Well written.  Great plot.  The movie follows it closely as it is hard to improve on perfection.  Can't wait to see how this develops.  Starting book two right now.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R125TWM1P68QU4?ASIN=0439023521	Gripping!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The concept of this book is so compelling. The characters have so much depth and the storyline becomes more and more complex. The Hunger Games series are some of the few books I can read over and over again.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCBWHB0XQLBKM?ASIN=0439023521	Good book...bad ending	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The story was great but not realizing this was part1 of a trilogy. I had just spent a lot of emotional energy getting to the end then to find out I have two more to read. So I did not like the ending at all.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1H0I7G5JV9MEZ?ASIN=0439023521	A good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a post apocalyptic setting the continent of north america is now known as panem and is divided into 13 districts and has a special purpose the are like slaves to the capitol once known as the rockies</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R255R0QJG2MOH6?ASIN=0439023521	Semi-brilliant	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Enjoyed the second book of the trilogy but not as much as the first book.  Still remains an exciting read where the reader is drawn into the story and virtually feels asif they are taking part in the action.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRFMO7P3N6NDE?ASIN=0439023521	you cant read this book and not love it.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book is amazing, not only is te setting and story itself one thats more than just interesting but the other does such a great job in the line of character development, description, and tensio  building.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FOZA6FPV6YIK?ASIN=0439023521	Great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this story even though I saw the movie first. The book was better because you can get inside the mind of the lead character, plus you get more back story/character development. Love love loved it!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R119ZNMPHT6IS3?ASIN=0439023521	TIMELY ARRIVAL	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">PURCHASED FOR GRANDAUGHTER (SHE WANTED THE BOOK IN HARDBACK) .  BOOKED LABEL 'USE' - THE BOOK I RECEIVED COULD HAVE BEEN PASSED OFF AS NEW!  EXCELLENT CUSTOMER SERVICE.  WILL PURCHASE FROM THIS VENDOR AGAIN!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22MHOPLFWG4UV?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After the first two chapters, I was hooked. I had avoided the book for quite a while because of all the hype and the movie, but I am extremely glad I read it and cannot wait to read the second in the series!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RT0ZYI4NK9MD?ASIN=0439023521	Breathtaking	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I fell in love with the book. The details are spectacular and leaving you wanting to read the second book, catching fire. This story kept my eyes glued to the page. And once you read this, you will the same.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJF134E6G851R?ASIN=0439023521	Trendy junk	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The poor writing style of this book caused me concern, espcially since it is targeted to young adults.  The author and editor(s) should have modeled good grammar.  As an adult I also found the story insipid.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BFWQU6JDTQWB?ASIN=0439023521	Wow	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Several friends have recommended this to me and still I was unprepared for how good it was! I was addicted from the beginning. It has everything: action, comedy, even romance! I gotta get my hands on book 2!</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3I5P4DXAVKLH1?ASIN=0439023521	Swag book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A great book<br/>Omg I just got got finished and I am amazed I really don't like to read but this changed my perspective I thought it would be girly but I wAs wrong it's action filled and awesome five stars</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26EP5D7CAYTRI?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Right from the start this book is engaging.<br/>The story builds dramatically and the characters are varied.<br/>I couldn't wait to start book two to see where the story continued.<br/>Highly recommended.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1H5C41JJ2UKHT?ASIN=0439023521	Such a wonderful book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was so much better than the movie. Which is usually so but it goes above and beyond. I couldn't put it down!!! It explains detail better than the movie. The characters are so easy to relate to too!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24HQPPJPS9VKI?ASIN=0439023521	Easy and awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Not only is this a great book, but being able to download it from amazon to my phone so I could read it was wicked fast and easy.  I definetely recommend it to anyone with the free kindle app on their phone!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38DD7EW7ZZG1O?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games rule!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i enjoyed reading this book for a reasonable, affordable price that was very convenient anywhere that i was!<br/>happy to purchase other books just like this soon!<br/> <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Hunger-Games/dp/0439023521"">The Hunger Games</a></span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R153OKS8G2UT4H?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">First let me say I am a 15 year old boy who hates to read.  I should say I WAS a 15 year old boy how hated to read because this book and the next two in the series changed reading for me.  My English teacher recommended I read The Hunger Games as my independent reading book.  I was skeptical at first mainly because the main character is a girl.  But I had to read something so I went for it.<br/><br/> Once I picked this book up I couldn't put it down.  My mom was amazed to see me reading all the time.  If I had 5 minutes between class I had this book out and was reading.  The book just sucks you in.  You have to keep reading.  You just need to know what will happen next.<br/><br/> I don't want to give away anything that happens in this book because you should discover how amazing it is yourself when you read it and enjoy the wild ride.  Let me just say that it is a book that appeals to all ages and genders.  All of my friends have read it, my MOM read it, my math teacher read it and we all loved it.  I highly recommend this book to anyone who wants to be totally engrossed in a good book.<br/><br/>  My advise is to get all 3 books because you won't want to wait for the second or third to arrive!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RL30TT1XNLNC3?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games post by  Makayla Holland	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was thrilling amazing it had so much action and a lot of details and actually the book had more action than the movie the hunger games is the best book ever and I can't wait to  READ catching fire!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3I8WLKEA4EBCV?ASIN=0439023521	Great, but not perfect	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">First off, I will say that this is an extremely gripping read. You really want to keep reading. It's also timed really well, not rushed or slow. It's just not jaw dropping in a way that deserves five stars.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGJ8S93D9VQFL?ASIN=0439023521	More like the movie please but loved cliffhangers!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wish it was a little more like the movie and also I wish Prim gave Katniss the pin instead of Madge because that seemed a little out of order to me but I LOVED the cliffhangers at the end of each chapter!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIE9MHJIHPOFZ?ASIN=0439023521	Professional interview of the hunger games.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">In my opinion I think this is a very good book.  I would not recommend it to young readers. It does have some disturbing content. This would be a great book for you if you enjoy action romance,and suspense.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OD2RUKEFUS4R?ASIN=0439023521	amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Super book<br/>Totally mesmerising<br/>I loved every bit of the book though it would be better to let peeta keep his leg<br/>Recommend this to all those people who love adventure and also falling in love</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RG2F9X292N1M?ASIN=0439023521	Brilliant!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fantastic love story written in the context of a science fiction setting, in which ethical and moral questions plague the reader throughout. It would be impossible not to read the next story in the trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSUXVY0EQANT9?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book in two days. It is so captivating. I had to coax myself into putting it down and doing other things like eat. It'd truly incredible. Now to read the rest of the trilogy ans watch the movies</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNJAXFHMRBCBI?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Although the concept of children killing children is a bit scary, the book is well written and holds your attention. It makes you appreciate that our society puts love for our children at the highest level.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1AW5O0AVXT52R?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful exciting love story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Really enjoyed this book, it has all the excitement of murder mystery with a twist.  It shows how this couple manages to<br/>Win a horrific contest by just trying  to survive and by d defending themselves.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AQ4HXJXYM2HE?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I did not expect to enjoy this story.  I did not like the basis of fighting to the death for the enjoyment of the crowds like in ancient Rome.  However, it was a well crafted work that made for a good read.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33QX9CB17D0XC?ASIN=0439023521	Not Enough Love	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was pretty good. The movie inspired me to read it and I'm glad to say that the movie was very true to the book. Unfortunately, I was disappointed with the lack of romance between Katniss and Peeta.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QFRKTTPS4LA7?ASIN=0439023521	Great Series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games series will be the series after Harry Potter that will get your kids back into reading.  It is interesting and probably a little older demographic than the HP series but still a great read.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LEAXCRDQTUM6?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought the story was well thought out and intriguing. I enjoyed that it was easy to read and kept you drawn in throughout the story. The underlying message compels you to read the other books. Well done!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18ARDJREJIB1J?ASIN=0439023521	Incredible	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing! I loved the descriptions of the characters and the setting. It didn't have any gory deaths like I thought it would which was great. The plot was incredible and I can't wait to read the second book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RH9CHVCLV37I4?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Never got interested in the characters--didn't care if they died or not--except the main two. Do not care about reading the other two. Having a Book Review and I always like the book after we talk about it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3G1CRVDJ3YZK5?ASIN=0439023521	Absolutely Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book left me hungry for more. The characters. The settings. The 'visuals'.  Every page was a new level of excitement.  I am definitely hooked. Looking forward to reading the second book in the trilogy.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3M7UF065VP3F8?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was drawn in during the first chapter &amp;  couldn't put it down! While the plot is frustrating to a degree it is very well written &amp; you can't help but root for the characters. I can't wait to read book #2.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R391Y55YGF75Y1?ASIN=0439023521	Good Conquers Evil	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Absolutely, positively a page burner. I loved every bit of it - the plot twisted and turned, and I could not figure out the ending! I could not put it down. Sad theme, but I love it when good conquers evil.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30WP06C1S8I3U?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't put down book 1 &amp; 2, thought there was a little too much going on in 3 to process fast enough as I read.. If you've seen the movie, then read this book because the movie didn't do the book justice!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3APIIH3U4N4XH?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was so good, I can't wait to read the other two books! In some parts it caught you off guard and you didn't know stuff was going to happen and the romance between Peeta and Katniss was incredible.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RI19KC8OZSCKL?ASIN=0439023521	As good as people have told you.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Of course, I've heard of the Hunger Games before, but never quite got around to reading it. I got a Kindle for Christmas and borrowed the book with my Prime membership. It's every bit as good as I've heard.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1N7C731Z31RUF?ASIN=0439023521	Love the book!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I like this book. It was slow at first but then I got into it and didn't put the book down. Now I will go to book 2 and I am hoping it will be good too. Saw the movie and it was good but the book is better.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3H2FOSMZRS3AE?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wasn't going to read this series, but a freind of mine started reading the series. She said the writing was good. I am now on the third book, this has been a really good story &amp; I recomend it to everyone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROC2LPRPGBR22?ASIN=0439023521	Wow	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow! Wow! Wow!  Was this exciting.  Page after page of adventure and excitement.  It was very intense and made you nervous wanting to know who was going to win and then to find out they both won.  Loved it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31GQXAMGOTBPC?ASIN=0439023521	Just finished and HOOKED	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I just got finished reading The Hunger Games today and let me tell you, I am hooked! I hope to purchase the 2nd book of the series soon so I can see what happens between Katniss and Peeta. A must read book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37V8ED3L7XTZB?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Just could not put this book down and downloaded the second and third books. Excellent reading!! I have recommended these books to others. So descriptive you feel that you too are in the arena with Katniss.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2X7B6KKOWOV61?ASIN=0439023521	Money Well Spent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">TThis book took my by surprise. It was a such a good read! I am very surprise that the general population has enjoyed this series so much. It has everything I look for in a story. Would recommend to anyone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IHECMPI5UNXP?ASIN=0439023521	You need to get this book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After I bought The Hunger Games, I could not put it down. I take my kindle every where I go and read this book. After I am done which is pretty quick, I am going to read the last two books. It's only $5.00!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R49A9XMGS2S8K?ASIN=0439023521	I couldn't put them down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games was so amazing that I finished it in one day because I could not stop reading! I am now on the second and can't seem to stop reading this one either lol...can't wait for Mockingjay!!!!!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7ZPG0WZESGM1?ASIN=0439023521	Gladiator-esque sci-fi novel	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book reminds me of the movie Gladiator, where combatants had to fight each to death in the arena. Though it has been portrayed in the media as a really violent book, there are not many killings in this book. In fact, even during the actual Games, the characters spend most of their time gathering roots and plants and hunting for squirrels than actually fighting each other. Apparently, you can survive and subsist in the jungle just by eating leaves off trees.<br/><br/>However, the scenes at the Capitol are alluringly described and it is easy to imagine it as a very advanced society where everything is shiny and dazzling. The author, Suzanne Collins, has a good sense of fashion and Katniss's clothes, designed by Cinna, who is probably gay, are well depicted in detail.<br/><br/>It is noteworthy that Thresh, probably the only black player in the Games, saves Katniss as she is about to be killed by Clove. The scene where Cato is killed by muttations is gruesome and one has to feel for him even though Cato is portrayed as the main villain. Lastly, the character of Peeta Mellark is weak and underdeveloped as he spends most of the time cracking lame jokes rather actually fighting.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CKJDX359WOYU?ASIN=0439023521	Incredible page-turner!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Collins has put herself in the ranks of J.K Rowling and Philip Pullman with this novel originally written for an adolescent audience. You know a book is excellent when it can reach audiences that it wasn't even intended to be written for. I'm in my 20's and I couldn't put this book down, and I definitely went through it in 2 days. If you are a fan of fantasy novels such as the Harry Potter series or the Golden Compass, this will appeal to you, as it has many of the same appealing themes: a young heroine trying to survive in an unfair world ruled by evil forces. But Collins has added in another edge to her work by bringing in the element of 1984's ""Big Brother"" but seen through the eyes of a young teenager. I highly suggest this book if you're looking for a book to catch your attention and you happen to have lots of free time coming up for a few days.<br/><br/>My only complaint is it is simplistically written and the romance theme is sort of over-played which I fear might become problematic in the 2 books I have yet to read in this trilogy. There is also a lot of unnecessary descriptions of dresses and clothes, however, keep in mind it is written for a younger audience.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSBZ8G7PWM4DR?ASIN=0439023521	great read and a page turner to be sure	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a fast storey that kept you turning the pages to see what else could happen.  Remarkable, explicit details put the reader right in the zone with a feeling of truly being there.  Recommend strongly</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RO43L6RNR0CW9?ASIN=0439023521	An okay book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A good book, but definitely not that great.  The story line was interesting, although a bit disturbing, along with some of the details of the games themselves.  Worth the time to read, but just not for me.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MZMNHE90AZXG?ASIN=0439023521	Why you should read the book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">good very suspenseful makes you want to read the full series right away.<br/>loved the book right off the bat. I fell in love with the book. prefect for the reader who loves adventure and abit of  romance</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2S3OC7QDN959O?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't Put Down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great book. It's touching and I could not put it down. This is appropriate for people of all ages. I read it twice, yet I enjoyed it very much both times. Probably my favorite book in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R283D1UEIK10N4?ASIN=0439023521	Meh.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Honest Admission: Read this because my wife made me before we went to go see the movie.<br/><br/>The movie was better.  Not worth a read unless you are incredibly passionate about these types of stories.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRJSFFLLVL5SF?ASIN=0439023521	A must read in high schools of the future	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Do I really need to review it? I read the first chapter at least 50 times studying what made this book so amazing and stay on the best seller list for so long. If you haven't read it yet...really?? Buy it!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21GIEELNM6LLH?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really like this book. The author does a good job showing Katniss as a person and why she is the way she is. At times you forget she is only 16 and yet she has been supporting here family for four years.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RETELMLYVQXM7?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Even though I saw the movie before reading Hunger Games, I found the book exciting and for the first time in years read a book for the fun and entertainment in less than a week.<br/><br/>HUNGRY for more!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3B2H7RILIKLI2?ASIN=0439023521	Very interesting book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked how Peeta actuely expressed his feelings for Katness. But I kind of hated how Katness was playing him. But everything else kept me going and It's an amazing book! Can't wait to read the second!! :D</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NL2B4JD2VS5T?ASIN=0439023521	The Movie was Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was better.  There's a lot going on in Kat's head that doesn't get conveyed in the movie.  It's definitely a good read, and easy to get into on the go, like waiting in line at the grocery store...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3O5OQ0OADQPK6?ASIN=0439023521	Awsome book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a fast paced book. It was different from most YA books. It was worth every penny.<br/><br/>I recommend this book to anyone that likes fast paced books and people that dont mind a little violence</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTU75N49XFPFF?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this series I couldn't stop reading and when I was done I couldn't wait to read more. I think I will order this is hard copy also as I think it will be a read and read and read again kind of a book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MKW8H5NBS02U?ASIN=0439023521	Outstanding Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really don't have anything to add that hasn't already been said (ie, the book is beyond awesome) - I just want to do my part in helping ""Hunger Games"" achieve the rating it deserves by giving it 5 stars.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27AF4B5H2F9G2?ASIN=0439023521	Intriguing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins develops a very interesting world with very layered characters. It's a shame the movie fails to fully show the depth of the characters. Although grim, it is wonderful and thought provoking.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3E1B2LOQ8YQV0?ASIN=0439023521	Good Yarn	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Enjoyable, light reading.  A bit ""young"" for us old folks and a little short of the fantasy/SF of the days of yore.  Still I enjoyed reading the book and recommend it for folks who like this genre.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3H2GBQW4BZC6D?ASIN=0439023521	Good writing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was adverse to reading this book simply because I'm never one to hop on the bandwagon and read a book just because it's popular. But the writing is good. I like Katniss's sass. Feel bad for Peeta though.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NB38TQPQ20VV?ASIN=0439023521	Good book. Good series.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Delicately developed characters, not delicate characters. I could easily empathize with the characters, and even more so as the story and the series progress.  This is truly a book I couldn't stop reading.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3Q6L7JKOKW05O?ASIN=0439023521	Keeps your heart pounding..	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well written. Better than the movie. Couldn't put it down.  I got really drawn into the world. It's craziness. It's lack of color and yet crazy colorfulness the city. Can't wait to read the next two books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Q3FOPI0L526P?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie before i read the book so i knew what to expect but the book has so many details the movie could not cover.  The book is much better and you can understand what katniss herself is thinking.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FIZJTRXQ6F7M?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read the book even if you've seen the movie.  You'll understand the movie much more if you do.  This book was excellent but I thought the movie was just okay.  You won't believe everything that's left out.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIIZTJY793MIK?ASIN=0439023521	What an interesting theory	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The read is so much better then the movie. A bit harsh and deadly but remember this is not reality. My grandson asked that I start reading them so we will be able to talk about them. That is the best deal.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IKIEOMQZVH74?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't put the book down!!! I tell everyone they need to read this trilogy. I had to read the book numerous times and each time I figure out something I missed the previous time. I will be reading again.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31P0ZWSCCFOBL?ASIN=0439023521	wonderful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved every minute! I have read all three books 3 times! Cant wait to read them again! But I did just realize that Cinna and Portia were also caracters in Shakespeare's Antony and Chleopatra! How exciting!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RM43C08LLSCC9?ASIN=0439023521	What a wonderful surprise	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was unsure about reading the book. I knew it was written for the young adult but it kept me very entertained. I look forward to seeing the movie and reading the next book.  Its a Great book for all ages.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1K2DVUFWP2R9V?ASIN=0439023521	Not bad	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didnt read or watch anything that had to do with these books or the movie at the time they came out because i didnt think i would be interested in them but i got bored so i decided to read them. Not bad.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TD64RP8DU2U1?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent start to a young adult SF story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Enjoyable young adult science fiction story.  Presents a future where peripheral areas are required to send children to participate in a game run by the central state.  Engaging narrative and well written.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLZK4GMDM5497?ASIN=0439023521	Slow start	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This turned out to be pretty good but for me it took way to long to get going. I was ready to give up on it and then around 10 or 11 chapters in it got really good.  Loved the action, it was every intense.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ER1V37TR1G9Q?ASIN=0439023521	Riveting and Exciting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wasn't in on all the initial excitement of these books or the movie, but once I cracked the first page I could not put this book down!  I was reading until 2 AM each night just to find out what happened.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPUAWZG6XI7XQ?ASIN=0439023521	Good Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was late on reading this book and I am glad I did. I am enjoyed it as an adult and I suspect that as a young adult I would have really found something special about Katniss' beautiful and brutal reality.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16DGKUGEXDPGT?ASIN=0439023521	AWESOME!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I know, who else doesn't know about this book? I bet there would be booing on me now  if I say this book wasn't breath-taking.  It was. And I wasn't disappointed at all. I am sort of obsessed right now with this trilogy I need to get starting with the second book CATCHING FIRE. I don't think making a review right now would be necessary but let me give you a quick one. for those who haven't read it yet, well! Start reading THE HUNGER GAMES now!<br/><br/>My dad is also in the military  and the author Suzanne mentioned that her dad was also in the service and I do understand what its like being out in the jungle trying to survive. I thought this book was awesome. No dull moments, plot was fantastic and loved the writing style of the author. Katniss was something any young girl would want to be. What really touched me was her taking her sister's place for the Hunger Games and also ""the boy with the bread"". And what freaked me out was the ending scene with Cato and those mutated monsters. It was amazingly eeky and creepy.<br/><br/>I really felt connected with the story. Its provocative, gripping and addicting. I cant wait to read to read the second book soon.  It is RECOMMENDED</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R270XJKAK43RUJ?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful book, excellent writing and story!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wasn't really sure what to expect when I got this book. Needless to say I was very happy and pleasantly surprised at what a great book this was.<br/><br/>Katniss is a 16 year old girl who has been breaking the law to keep her mother and younger sister Prim fed. Katniss regularly hunts in a forbidden area of District 12, but since the locals enjoy her game as much as her family does they leave her alone. Everything is going fairly well until it is again time for the Hunger Games. The Capitol requires two children from each District to fight in a game to the death. When Prim's name is randomly drawn Katniss offers herself in her sister's place and partakes on an amazing and grueling adventure.<br/><br/>I really loved this book. I just couldn't put it down. The world created is intriguing and believable. The characters are very heartfelt and interesting. It was very well-written, action packed, and I just absolutely loved it.<br/><br/>Then only thing that disappointed me was that I thought the ending was left a bit too wide open. I understand that their will be another book; but this one could have been tied up a bit better.<br/><br/>I am really looking forward to the next book.<br/>[...]</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHEMBLIIJ686G?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I decided to pick up this book because I am looking forward to the movie that is coming out in a month and I really wanted to read the story (books are usually always better). I also have a kindle, and with my prime membership am able to view read the book for free. I ""borrowed"" the book yesterday and finished it at 10am this morning. I could not put the book down. Right away the story draws you in, you are so eager to know Katniss. Her description of her life, you feel empathy, but she is strong, independent, very capable of taking care of herself. I was constantly worried for her, for Peeta, for her sister at home, for Rue.. The writing is so wonderful that you feel the emotion coming off the page.. Twice I cried.. and thats because i was heartbroken.. through out the rest of the book i was tense, wondering what was going to happen. I'd rather not go into great detail of the plotline, but for me the hunger games had the perfect amount of heart, action, fear, ...love. I am excited to continue on with the story now that I finished the 1st book. I only hope that the movie coming out will do the book justice. It could truely be a wonderful film if done right.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYKNZD8TAA2DI?ASIN=0439023521	Love this book and needed it for my collection	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love this book and needed it for my collection, as I had Catching Fire and Mockingjay and didn't have the original book.  Super speedy delivery, came about 2 days after I ordered (with standard shipping).</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35854OSBW6576?ASIN=0439023521	Story started out with the same theme as other books ...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Story started out with the same theme as other books, but after discribing of the new society the story became more intersting.  Characters are very likeable.  Book ends with the question of what is next.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFQFJIH3MYEGT?ASIN=0439023521	Good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">my son wanted to read this book before the movie cam out and he was kind of disappointed in the movie because he said that the book was o much more detailed the the movie was. but he really like this book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UD1YSZWDSDOW?ASIN=0439023521	Love the entire series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read all three books in this series in four days, I literally couldn't put these books down!! when I finally finished them I was sad, lol. I didn't want the story to end best series I've read in years !</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WWZS6I2MRFVI?ASIN=0439023521	Glad I read it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I held off for seven years reading this due to thinking it was a ""chick"" book but came to find I am hooked on the series.  I have not seen the movies yet either and am looking forward to how they compare.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OOFLKL0JEO6G?ASIN=0439023521	Great book, energizing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">the books always have a better script than the movies. Some people think that The Hunger Games trilogy is much to thick for them but I read it in less than a week. once you read it you will want to go on.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFDAHEHK1CZPC?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I like how it was similar to the movie, yes I seen the movie first. I like the book better though. I got more emotionally attached to the characters, especially Katniss. Great book. Great author. Love it.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YVBG4Y4FXGL?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is fabulous. Every moment in the book I could feel and see in my mind what was happening because it was so detailed. Susanne Collins is a great author and I can't wait to read the next book!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PKC1GK3076SC?ASIN=0439023521	A real attention keeper	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was the best of the series. There's lots of things different in the movie and the book. But the book was still better. It had lots of detail and was very exciting to read. It was a real thriller</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IXAK4PY82LVY?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this book.  There was great momentum, I never wanted to put the book down.  I felt the same way about the second book, but the third doesn't really carry the momentum all the way through.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SC0LIHHTM2WS?ASIN=0439023521	Fabulous	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I chose a 5 star rating.I didn't like the auto read because it had no expression in its voice and spelled words wrong. Other wise I loved the book and think that you should read the hunger games book :-D.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8YPE1XRBEY1U?ASIN=0439023521	it gets you hooked to read the second book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">the first book really got me hooked to buy the second book immediately upon finishing.<br/>the only thing that i did not like were the strange names. never did really figure out how they were pronounced.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SMFKSQWO0MKD?ASIN=0439023521	IEYBWUENJSDKJN	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I adore The Hunger Games with a burning passion. This book is by far the best of the three, and I just sit and re-read this book when I'm bored. It's just so ughhhh hng I can't even explain how good it is</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18AJB54D8QO6C?ASIN=0439023521	Great read for all ages	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought this novel was very well written. Lots of issues brought up that transcend though the story such as politics, a utopian society, violence, retribution. A page turner that makes you wanting more!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QL6VJT234YKA?ASIN=0439023521	What A Great Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought this book was beautifully written. Full of complex drama and rebellion in both Katniss' relationships and her feelings about a skewed political system,The Hunger Games is impossible to put down.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CAGUFGM7AAGP?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A few of my kids have read this book and I finally have got to also. Wow great book easy quick read right from start. I love to read but if a book doesn't catch me in the first few pages I don't continue.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19J7788IAQH42?ASIN=0439023521	Tahoe Huskies	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I actually haven't seen the movie yet, so it was nice to read the book first. Actually, my first Kindle book read. Good read,took less then a week to go through. Can't wait to read the rest of the series!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6868RSVR0CWK?ASIN=0439023521	Lauren's opinion of The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Collins did a great job of keeping the reader interested and on the edge of their seats. I couldn't possibly put this book down.I thought that it was amazing. The Hunger Games is definitely a page turner.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34KEWOFZK8ASJ?ASIN=0439023521	Great story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome book!! Lots of suspense and a very intriguing plot. This book covers the idea of survival, classism and equal rights.  I'd recommend this to anyone who might enjoy fiction integrated with reality!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ULZD29OP6SI0?ASIN=0439023521	Happy my friend recommended this book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Soon as I started reading it couldn't put it down. Characters are awesome! You can imagine the people in the districts with their colorful makeup and clothes. Rue dying broke my heart in a billion pieces.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1R3Y3BRJJLBOZ?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book. The plot is wonderful, and I couldn't stop reading it. I can't wait to see what happens in the second book. I would suggest this book to anyone. Great job on the authors part. Loved it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ABG75GQFXTQK?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book now on the second one and loving it.  I would recommend that everyone read this series.  If you thank hard you will learn that it makes you think about life and what we could end up like</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VC0BL1QE1ZJR?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a really compelling read from start to finish.  Couldn't wait to read the next book.  It's very well written with very good characters.  Best book I'd read in a while - would highly recommend it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4SPTA10UKKZM?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Could not put the book down, kept you wanting more which is always a sign of a well written book.  This book was what I consider an easy read, it flowed well.  Now need to read the 2nd book in the trilogy</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R160728206LRIK?ASIN=0439023521	Favorite of all time	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger Games is my favorite book of all time! Don't give me any criticism, I don't want to hear it. The only thing bad about this book is that it had to end. It has a lot of reviews but I had to add mine!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JZ9LS1NZ9CP7?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My teenage daughter loved the hunger games book.  She is going to start reading the second one soon on her kindle.  She will post a blog about it on quiddly.org to let everyone know how good this book is.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GTDYD5TUFHNQ?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book, Great Series, You won't regret giving it a shot.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Admittedly, I don't know how to write good book reviews. That being said, I love these books so much I had to write a review for them. I bought the 1st book because it had so many reviews on Amazon, and Amazon recommended it to me (it has not steered me wrong yet). It sat on my shelf for a month, because I just didn't think it would be something I like. The book sounded sci-fi and futuristic from the back of it. Boy, was I wrong. I read several books before I finally picked it up.... and then I could not put it down. I absolutely loved the first book, and kicked myself for not ordering the 2nd &amp; 3rd book in advance, because they leave you hanging in between books. As much as I loved the first book, I REALLY loved the 2nd book. I have recommended the series now to dozens of friends, and everyone that would listen is now as obsessed with them as I am.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBQ3G0O56AJZX?ASIN=0439023521	Check the Kindle unlimited status!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The thumbnails for hunger games and catching fire have the Kindle unlimited text on them but are not free to subscribers. I was charged for it even though it was advertised as Kindle unlimited available.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AT9TUGR9ZQBJ?ASIN=0439023521	Most Amazing Book Ever!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's just really good and the details are outstanding! I'm not the kind of person who would read books twice, but I could read this book a million times in a row because it's just so good! #BestBookEver!</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19XMHMYKWC1ST?ASIN=0439023521	great book for a long flight	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Gets right into an interesting story and continues at a quick pace.  Perfect for a long flight when you don't feel like watching the same movie for the 4th time...  Truly enjoyed the plot and characters.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4GPFEIO860LG?ASIN=0439023521	I would definitely recommend reading, especially if you've seen the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read the book after seeing the movie and the movie is so close to the book. I would definitely recommend reading,  especially if you've seen the movie. Plus the books are always better than then movies</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1H39QTT6QVWMB?ASIN=0439023521	amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I can not get over how indulged I was in this book. I absolutely could not put it down, and the character development was fantastic. I particularly loved the love triangle and conflict in Katniss's head!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DJ2YXR6VOJI6?ASIN=0439023521	Surprisingly good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Reading this book much later than most people, in fact after seeing the movie first.  I found the movie quite absorbing and understand now why this book series is such a hit - a well written page turner.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKHCHXBWFUCBS?ASIN=0439023521	Required reading, the new canon	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Memorable characters, suspenseful action (unless you count the point of narration--we know the narrative main character must survive). Villains we love to hate. And a social system begging to be rebuilt.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SSXNT38M2SVL?ASIN=0439023521	One of the best books ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I definitely consider buying this. It entertained me from the beginning to the start, and made my mouth water page by page. Worth the money. Plus it is very good entertainment for no Wi-Fi. Buy it now!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3S16PL26V2OQ6?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was very detailed,creative, and pulling. I felt as though I was given a window that allowed me to look inside a tragic but nail biting story. I can't wait to read the other books in this series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2J976XKAWQH5O?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love this book!!! At first I thought it was something I would not be interested in but after a few chapters I could not put it down.  Can't wait to read all the others. I love buying books for my kendel.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1I34KOKLGLTQ?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games + Amazon Prime Membership	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great Movie.  Watched with Amazon Prime.  Well worth the cost for membership with PRIME.  So many movies to download, free shipping and tons of books to read with Kindle Fire HD provided with membership.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R362PCJTJS5H8H?ASIN=0439023521	Oh so good!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This not my normal genre of reading but after much prodding I finally gave in and all I can say is WOW!!!!!  What an awesome book!!  So action packed and not a dull moment.  On my way to go buy book two!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2X6ROKS2YSTRC?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie....	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was wonderful I liked how it gripped my attention without it wavering for a second. I enjoyed the detail of the emotions that the characters were displaying. I would highly recommend this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24XC9Y5YXL335?ASIN=0439023521	Just wow	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So much better then I expected. Compelling, intelligent, riveting, down right addicting. I couldn't put it down and now I can't wait to read book two. This is not a good book for teens it's a great book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLWRADYPEMQTV?ASIN=0439023521	A good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger games is a linear read, but grips you completely with the events that unfold. You can feel that you are a part of the districts and as one of the ""chosen ones"" to be a part of these games.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTSFUJBTMRNDC?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is amazing! I  can't  wait to read the next books in the trilogy. I've seen the movie, but the book is so much better. I'm so glad that Kindle Prime offered it for free. I couldn't put it down!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YQSXC0199ESN?ASIN=0439023521	Very Entertaining	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very good page turner. There were times I wish it was a little less obvious in some of the plot development, but for the most part the surprises are good and you're never quite sure what will happen next</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3THO7JCON45GL?ASIN=0439023521	Love	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book so much and the fact that i could buy it from amazon for only five dollars!!!!! Best book ever, i also love the whole series, which a read a long time ago, but just needed to read again!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18SV8ILAONKFJ?ASIN=0439023521	Riveting!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The first book in the series is amazing. It held my attention from the beginning to the end, and it was impossible to put down. Action packed and heart-wrenching, this is one book you don't want to miss!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RSWIGUOXGF0P?ASIN=0439023521	Good but not great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I think it's one of those things where because of the hype I had big expectations and it just didn't do it for me. It keeps you interested (I read it in under a week) but the big payoff just never comes.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17RU75FEKWGHA?ASIN=0439023521	love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was not sure about reading these series. There was so much hype. But I was pleasantly surprised. I really enjoyed the books. We even bought the first movie. Can't wait for the other movies to come out.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KAEG6IBTWYRK?ASIN=0439023521	A great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a very interesting book that kept my attention until the end. Although written for younger readers, the themes explored are captivating for adults as well. I am looking forward to the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31CBONA9BEW71?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Drawn into the story from the first page!  Did not know the story line but could believe it from the first.  Characters were well developed and easy to identify with  or.  Against.  I  enjoyed this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WSWL2GHKBGJW?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read the book after watching the movie, and still couldn't put it down. It is a testament to the author that I was riveted to the page event hough I knew what was going to happen. This is a great read.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQGOOBHWZ15KV?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked this book because of the story. I read this book before my kids to see if it was something I would approve of them reading. I will buy this book for them. I think its a good book for school kids.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12CPN05F38HQN?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I think that this book is an amazing starter for the Hunger Games! Collins has great potential as a Newbery medalist! I love the colorful images painted in the text and the descriptions are really vivid!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXY2R0GQAT1U7?ASIN=0439023521	Loved It!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've enjoyed the book just as much as I've enjoyed the movie itself.  Obviously the novel portrays the characters more vividly and in-depth, but the plot really kept me at the edge of my seat.  Loved it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1B9YHLD05GS9?ASIN=0439023521	My all time favorite book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">the hunger games series are the best in the whole wide world I strongly advise you read the books there is an amazing ending and trust me you will not get bored you will wish they never end<br/>  Weezer</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34CF62DEN31Q9?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this series with all of its passion and adventure. Personally I wish there were more books to the series. I couldn't put the book down! It was pulling me in, just in the first few pages.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BO57JZBENYMH?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent novel!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read the Hunger Games after seeing the movie.  So much of the storyline is clarified by details in the book.  I highly recommend it for an enjoyable read and consider it appropriate for anyone over 10.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1X53F0C58MI2S?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Once I started reading ""The Hunger Games,"" I couldn't put it down.  I loved immersing myself into the world of Katniss and Peeta.  So action-packed and fast-paced.  I would recommend this book to anyone!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHBYUMO0W4C7I?ASIN=0439023521	Must read series!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Seems everybody is reading this book these days. Seen a girl sit next to me read it on the plane then a week later my daughter can't stop talking about it. Finally decided to see what the hype was about. If I had to compare it in the list of Twilight, Harry Potter and The Hunger Games Series think the Hunger Games won me over the most.  Once you start reading it you won't want to put it down.  My daughter talked about it so much that she got me and her grandma to both read it.  The book is set in the future (100+years past our current day time), there are 12 districts and for punishment for the rebels one boy and girl is chosen to go fight in a arena to death. The story is well written, love Suzanne Collins books. If you buy this one you might as well get the next two because once you finish one you will instantly want to continue into the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19CD81B96IJ3D?ASIN=0439023521	Gripping storytelling	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Gripping storytelling from the first page of the first volume to the final page of the last volume.  This might be considered young adult fiction but I am far from a young adult and I loved this series,</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24XPRU36CJ832?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was the best book that I have ever read!!!!!!!!!! I would totally recommend this book for all the people out there that like action packed books. Divergent is another book that will blow it minds!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39HRYPWO5F9BC?ASIN=0439023521	This series is definitely worth the read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the second time I am reading this book. I have watched the movie at least twenty times because I like it so much. There is a big difference between the movie and the book but both a really good.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KJNYUG8T7DZK?ASIN=0439023521	A Little Surprising	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read this book because my granddaughters thought it was great !  Surprisingly I did not want to put it down.  The main character held my interest throughout.  I plan to read the next two of the trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3Q2SW4E8AE4GH?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I already read this book before and its still interesting. I might even read it again in a few months. I like rereading books like this because you notice something new each time. I recommend this book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RTW9HPHZB3YQ?ASIN=0439023521	Good.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This reminds me of ""1984"" and ""Fahrenheit 451"" and ""Animal Farm,"" it is well-written and thought-provoking, although I don't feel it is quite to the caliber of the former titles.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3T28DCLM76W8X?ASIN=0439023521	The best of the three	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book has it all.  Where one could say the middle book seems confused and the third book leaves the reader unsatisfied, this book has all the yummy bits: action, romance, uncertainty and creativity.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BOQVEBTCEL4B?ASIN=0439023521	Saw the Movie Before Reading the Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely LOVE this story, the book and the movie. Despite the violence I love the suspense, the craziness of the timeline and the raw emotions of the characters. I couldn't wait to read the sequels.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUEF4R0E5NF0I?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed reading this book so much. I couldn't put it down the moment you get to know Katniss you love her immediately. You want to form part of her world. I can't wait to read the rest of the trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3P5Q3L8R47IGY?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My kids absolutely loved this book. Like usual the book is better. My little 10 yr. old reader threw a fit when she finished it because we don't have the next book for her to continue on with the story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11B7CNHBN2C22?ASIN=0439023521	Sooooo goood!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't put it down! Read it in less than 5 days· It will keep you sucked into the games- you never know who's gonna die or what's gonna happen. The suspense is very well written! A must read for sure!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HCR7CV19HQ8?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was absolutely fantastic!! I cannot believe I have not read it sooner! Absolutely amazing, unbelievably creative and you really get into the characters. I read it in 2 days and couldn't put it down</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OTQ87BJEYW34?ASIN=0439023521	Honestly Amazing and Spectacular	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was the amazing and detailed book I have ever read. When I'm at school, every little second I get, I'm reading this book. I love this book more than the movie. LONG LIVE THE HUNGER GAMES!!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NQNOSIU19H4X?ASIN=0439023521	A Quick Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">In a dystopian future, a girl fights for her life in a government-sponsered competition. Not too complex, but a very entertaining read. Check out Stephen King 's The Running Man if you enjoyed this one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RZQ4904X90SP?ASIN=0439023521	Enjoyable but a bit.....brutal?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book. Couldn't stop reading it. It's very engaging. What's odd is how accustomed we get to violence....I thought it was a bit weird, even awkward. But I guess it's the world we live in.....</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZFQAIGPJOCHP?ASIN=0439023521	Not just for teenage girls	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a good book even for adults to read - perhaps even worth reading with your kids. I really liked it, and it does a good job of making you think about society and how we look at our entertainment.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4Z8Y2LPBEI76?ASIN=0439023521	Better than expected	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">While the narrative leaves something to be desired the storyline and characters were engaging enough to continue through the end. Some elements within the story arc however felt arbitrary and contrived.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7QGGJRH2F25G?ASIN=0439023521	Enjoyed book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The ending was a little disappointing, but overall I enjoyed this book.  I would recommend the entire trilogy.  Kindle edition was real nice because I could read on multiple devices wherever I might be.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSHIWRUJT3JQW?ASIN=0439023521	Best book I have ever read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book touch's so many different topics. It's a love story and a story of survival. I think katniss is one of the best heroines of the decade. She is not perfect and that makes her even more likeable</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22YPOCDBTN2YV?ASIN=0439023521	Quick read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wanted to read this before watching the movie. It was definitely written for the younger mindset. Disturbing in that the premise involves children murdering each other as sport but overall an ok read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3A30PY3JFK1K6?ASIN=0439023521	Read first watch NEVER	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Luckily my mind is good at blanking out my mistake of watching the movie first. The imagery and all around feeling in this book is very real and immersive. Do yourself a favor and never watch the movie.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2L9DG9QF40KS?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I hate to admit it, but I originally thought these books would be horrible, my 15 year old sister convinced me to read them and I am glad I did. The story line is great. I was totally lost in the books!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2M16NL08AFN40?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing book, kept me glued from beginning to end!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read it. This is a fantastic book that will keep you on the edge of your seat. It's been a while since I have read a story that was this captivating. To think I was not going to read it, I'm glad I did.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RGXFCERZWPVS?ASIN=0439023521	What do you think?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Of course I'm pleased with this book and how it sets itself up for the trilogy. Of course the book is better than the movie, b/c the movie left out so small details. Can't wait to start on the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R175FBSKR6UU6S?ASIN=0439023521	Good acquisition, good book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought this book because I know that is a best seller more read of the world.<br/>Unfortunatelly I didn't read the book yet, but when I have the opportunity propability I will enjoy reading the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZTNHHKHUE9D0?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked it when gale gave katniss a kiss and when peeta and katniss won the games.<br/>I would give it a 5 because this is a very curious and adventurous book. I recommend this book to Claire Schwartz</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KRPW1UX2MY9Q?ASIN=0439023521	ONE OF THE MOST TOUTCHING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was like the games came to life ! It had more detail that the movie doesn't. That is why I give it such a high score because once you start reading you can never stop if you know what I mean.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LQI061USPG3A?ASIN=0439023521	It was a page turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I for one was unable to put the book down. I always wanted to know how they would survive I sort of knew who would survive  Now I have to read the next set of books to find out the after math of it all</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24IOVPD895Y1E?ASIN=0439023521	My granddaughter convinced me to read this book. It ...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My granddaughter convinced me to read this book.  It is an interesting story, however it is quite depressing.  It kept me interested enough to finish.  I don't think I'll need to read the next volumes.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Y1M24A3RWK4N?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I can't get over it I read the whole series in less than 3 weeks. All my friends read them. I think all people that can handle violence and intensity should read this funny, breathtaking, amazing book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19N0P1BI7DVB0?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for more...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Never was a fan.....didn't want to see the movie but co-workers and friends kept encouraging me to read it!  From page 1 of the 1st book, I was hooked....read it out in two hours....Book 2 here I come!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R146BOE2H2W4E2?ASIN=0439023521	Very good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I choose this 5 star rating because i have seen the movie andi think the book is better. I like how it is kind of similar to the movie but not a lot. I would recommend this book to teenagers and adults</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FO5F8SJ7V3CV?ASIN=0439023521	wonderful read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book, fantastic read. I highly recommend it for any one. The book is from the perspective of the main character, and if you enjoy books that are written from first person you'll enjoy this story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4FMZIYKPQ9X?ASIN=0439023521	awsome!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I watched the first two movies before I started reading the books. But I have to say that this book is by far so much better then the movie. It's a must read and I can't wait to start in the next one!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R240077CPL118P?ASIN=0439023521	One word. Captivating.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was relatively easy to read, but more importantly, it was completely captivating. it kept me engaged through out the whole book. It's true what they say, the book is better than the movie. c:</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MQUXLALKK2FF?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games - will leave you hungry for more!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Superb!  Meet Katniss Everdeen and the horrible post-apocalyptic world she lives in.  Be enthralled and horrified at how her world unravels.  Finally a fantastic female role model for a new generation.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R196W74RNS8ML9?ASIN=0439023521	fantastic!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the romance and getting the feeling of poverty which a lot of people take for granted.<br/>I give this book a 5 star rating for the anticipation that puts the reader on the edge of their seat.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TFN5Z6TX7ZMQ?ASIN=0439023521	Riveting!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the book I've read after watching the movie and I wasn't sure I'd finish it, until I started reading and didn't want to put it down. I can't wait to get my hands on the next book in the series.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RX0NF5UU0PYLM?ASIN=0439023521	...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">An amazing and intriguing read. I wasn't nuts about the film but the depth this book has in the characters and how they experience their journey in the games is breathtaking. A read I'm so glad I read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UILL45F47FYK?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love  how I can literally feel everything Katniss is going through.  I could feel the dehydration in the  beginning and I felt her desperation to know that Petra was going to be ok. I love this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29MG5HDAKLOXZ?ASIN=0439023521	Enjoyable	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great read.  The author is so creative, it's no wonder a movie series is being made from this book and the rest of the trilogy.  Even if you've seen the movie, you should still read the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1M81MW6Y0TWSP?ASIN=0439023521	AWESOME	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have seen the movie, and it doesn't come close to the book. Its captivating from beginning to end!! Its very dynamic and makes you think about things, you wouldn't normally think of , for me, anyway.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LZGPCHHMWEFN?ASIN=0439023521	Couldnt put the book down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really really love this book.  I read it in less than a week.  Book was so good that I had to pick up the other 2 &amp; of course finished them all in a matter of 2 weeks (combined time for all 3 books).</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LR10AE9UZ6C0?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great reviews and now I know why!!!  This was a wonderful story, easy read and hard to put down!  Packed with so much more then I expected!  Can't wait to read the next book!  Thank you Suzanne Collins</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CVGDKN6F6MA?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I started reading the book, I didn't quite know what to expect (even though I had already seen the movie). But when I started reading, I couldn't stop. This is a great book for readers of any age!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2AVRWEW3JIWJZ?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Not much to not like...great story line, great characters, and wonderful descriptions of this new world.  Wished we had a little more backstory on the world that they live in, but overall great story!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WQJUP99TB2DP?ASIN=0439023521	THE HUNGER GAMES  BY SUZANNE COLLIONS	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I WAS HESITANT ABOUT THE READING THIS BOOK.  THE REVIEWS WERE TO GOOD TO TRUE.  BUT THIS IS THE BEST READ EVER.  I READ THIS BOOK IN ONE DAY.  THE STATEMENT of a page turner IS TRUE and not over rated.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1AAEZ3GQ71B5G?ASIN=0439023521	Mesmerizing!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was so wonderful. Even for adults. It is heart wrenching, you can't put it down. You won't want to put it down for that fact. The character's were so thought out and created wonderful visuals</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROJD41X8XYLLE?ASIN=0439023521	It's better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have to say that the book is definitely better than the movie. I like that on the book it had a much better ending than the movie it explains everything in more  detail can't wait to read the second.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OZMSI3FNC5YY?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A truly engrossing dystopian novel. A must read for all ages, a book worthy of a thousand praises and I just can't write them all down. This book is one hell of an art that every eye should feast upon.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3T7MUELTJ05OC?ASIN=0439023521	Great story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The storyline and characters were captivating. Once I started reading I couldn't put the book down. Its a very compelling story that keeps your interest. I'm looking forward to reading the second book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ID5E11AAZKBG?ASIN=0439023521	Suzanne had me at Hunger	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a perfectly written book. I was engulfed in Suzanne's imagination by page 3 and a half. If it were my name on that cover, I would be OK with never accomplishing a single other thing in my life.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LQRI1NE9DSZH?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">From this first page this book caught me entirely off gaurd. My children had described the general plot to me and I actually picked it up with trepidation. It was fantastic and I could not put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVA5GQ1S3OR19?ASIN=0439023521	Unique Story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very intriguing story line! Enjoyed the suspense and twist and turns of the story. I was surprised to find out the series was written for teens. I felt it was a bit violent for that targeted age group.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RPMI2FS0C2QJ?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was hands down one of the best I've ever read.. Once you start reading you literally cannot put it down. I finished in just a few days. This is a must read, as well as the rest of the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2W50N2O4QQEWJ?ASIN=0439023521	excellent write	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well written, engaging plot, wonderful characterization.  the movie is fun and exciting, but there is just so much more depth to the books that the movie just cannot bring to front.  Glad I bought them</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AHX7K23DQEJK?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put this book down it was so good. I wanted to read it before I see the movie &amp; now I'm ready to see the movie.  It's a must read '. Now I'm ready the 2nd book to prepare for the next movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21R4U9TLUROHV?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I guess I'm too old for this kind of book. It was a good read, but the subject matter bothered me a lot. It reminded me of the short story, ""The Lottery"" by Shirley Jackson which I read in high school.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22KDWD6ZLOG1S?ASIN=0439023521	Best Book of the Series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As the title states, I believe this to be the best book of the series. It's brutal, unapologetic and does a wonderful job of calling the reader examine the parallels between Katniss' world and our own.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Q4FRS9UVAEK8?ASIN=0439023521	LOVE this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">First book I read all the way through.  This book is now why I read. I used to hate reading until I finished the Trilogy.  I didn't just like the book I loved it and that says something coming from me!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RWBQM10CD3GK?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">just finished it now, having seen the movies I thoroughly enjoyed it, finished it in less than a day, very addictive! I don't usually read books like this but it's great, now heading on to the second!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4Q8EUT4CH54G?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is jarring, violent, and uncomfortably possible, just what makes The Hunger Games to be an example of an author who weaves an inescapable net of something amazing that we call a book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RF5YP3M1GJEG2?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a very good book I read it because I liked the movie so much. But heard the book was better so I decided to read it and now I can't wait to read part two and see the new movie that comes out.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TSBSGIRBTRU7?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After watching the movie I wanted to read the book. It's a great story in such an I interesting world. I read the whole thing in three days! I'd recommend this to anyone wanting to escape into a book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11WAUTP3ZZO9C?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for the hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A great read. Not too light and not too heavy.it's different enough to keep you wondering but thrilling enough to keep you going. Just read it you won't be disappointed. Now I must read the next book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CEXR8AA129GG?ASIN=0439023521	Strange	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't normally read much of the fantasy genre, and wanted to read this due to all the hype.  It was definitely interesting and kept me wanting more, but in a strange way.  Not for the faint hearted!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GQJQR0DOZ1G2?ASIN=0439023521	Love this series!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What can I say? I love this book and the whole series. Great and quick read. Parts are disturbing, but overall very worthwhile. Makes you think about the society we are in, when you read about theirs!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15ZKAMH9MH15A?ASIN=0439023521	Quick, exciting read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was wonderful and touching, much more so than the movie made this storyline seem. It is easy to become engrossed in the story and when it ends, you almost have to immediately start the next.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUW2CEE2IPNCP?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read it  in two days because I had to read it every chance I got!  VERY WELL WRITTEN.  The author did a great job  placing you right in the story. I would recommend this book for every age of readers!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLHN7ZKGM5RD0?ASIN=0439023521	Good Copy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Why wouldn't you buy the movie tie in version of the book?  It's significantly cheaper than the regular version.  It's also a very good book, better than the movie, which lacked character development.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14ZTSEAG95SW8?ASIN=0439023521	Spell-binding	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I started reading this book to see what all the craze was about. Now I know!  Absolutely spellbinding. It started a little slow, but didn't take long to captivate me. Can't wait to read the next book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12FMQB4EFO68S?ASIN=0439023521	Spellbinding!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely loved this story and the quality of writing that Suzanne delivers! So thought provoking and at the same time, a light enough read that I could enjoy it right before bed time. GREAT story!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RR18G5PDMVGM4?ASIN=0439023521	Hard to put down.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's so interesting that I can't easily put it down. My son talked me into reading this book cause he enjoyed it so much, and I have to say that I really didn't expect to get into it, but I was wrong.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IEHCZ7Y48UFW?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book so far!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I purchased this book after watching the movie and have loved all the extra details in the book.  The book reads really fast and I would recommend reading it even though I'm not an avid reader myself.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LKCG7BBX0SU2?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing! Great book, really gets you thinking...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a very fast paced book. Theres a lot of action and emotion. The characters are likable, even in such an awful situation. It really makes you wonder what the world will be like in the future..</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NHXCQZ7R9XAJ?ASIN=0439023521	Read it for the second time and....	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's still a brilliant story.<br/>Great story telling and can't stop reading it.<br/><br/>I tried the audiobook too, although I imagine a different voice, it's a great for listening while driving.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TLX3QQ8UP90I?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The best book I have ever read.  I don't recommend this book to kids younger than 5th graders  because it has a lot of deaths in it.  I love this book and can't wait to read the rest of the series!😀</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1M9SJIACXG09Q?ASIN=0439023521	Great series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read the Hunger Series and loved it.  It's one of those series that you can't put the book down.  I loved the series so much that I bought the first movie and went to see the second at the theater.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2W8HRCUUEPC9Q?ASIN=0439023521	Spectacular!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What a book- from the begining- top end, it has you on your toes- always wondering what may happen next. God, I  can now see why it was such a HIT- I LVOE IT... I cant wait to read what happens next.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VNP4CC7OYNSG?ASIN=0439023521	Great Storyline	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I started the trilogy after watching the first two movies, just to get a better idea of the detailed storyline. And I was not disappointed. I was fully immersed in this book and couldn't put it down!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZ4SQ7G59K0MS?ASIN=0439023521	Tom Riggio	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the first book I've read by this author, excellent and having seen the movie I could picture Woody and Effie in my mine whenever there names were mentioned. on to the next one in this series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13M6I0P0Q8I2V?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games Review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book varies from the movie in several ways,  especially the relationship with Peetah and Katniss. The book was as entertaining as the movie and because of the differences, makes it more inviting.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2G617KDBB5WVB?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was the best book I've read in a long time. Initially I wasn't expecting too much but quickly realized how exceptional this story would be. Page turner, worth the time.  Ready for the next book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3T2KI5LY1N9BI?ASIN=0439023521	Pretty good, not my usual genre	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Reading for a book club. Not my typical reach but better than I thought it would be. Good to go out of the typical reading shelf now and again. I would recommend it to anyone. At least give it a try!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MTL3CUIB71E7?ASIN=0439023521	Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I hesitated and procrastinated but finally gave in and read The Hunger Games. I had seen trailers of the movie, but had not at all gleaned what the ""games"" were about. Very well written, captivating.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R204MXR4ILYSC9?ASIN=0439023521	WOW	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was fantastic, to say I could't put it down is an understatement, it had me at hello!! From the first page you're there. The Autors writing style is mesmerizing. Wonderful entertaining book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IG41I5DHNBWX?ASIN=0439023521	worth reading a third and fourth time	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book so much. I've read it and re re re read it every couple of month. Poor Peeta! But the truth is I love Gail. I can't take thus love triangle ,it's too much for my little Grinch heart.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38XL02J8WH4Q0?ASIN=0439023521	Great story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A very good YA novel.  Knew it was part of a trilogy but still felt like I wanted more which is what the author wanted I suppose because now I want to really want to read the next book in the series.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BB3QDG2W0WY7?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was quite surprised how much I enjoyed reading this book. I couldn't put it down. I was worried because I had already seen the movie but the book by far was better. Can't wait to read the next one.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CLPA0CRW9565?ASIN=0439023521	Wow!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What an amazing job Suzanne Collins<br/>has done. I only wish I read the book sooner but you know what they say better late than never. I couldn't put down the book. Can't wait to read the next one!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2E1RVS1I0KSQI?ASIN=0439023521	Cannot wait for the second book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was entertaining and fun fast read I would recommend this to anyone who enjoys action and romance.  Can't wait for the second book. I will be downloading it as soon as I finish this review.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1R7MWE6J3FW86?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I actually watched the movie first and it did not do the book justice. It's so great and keeps you on your toes and begging for more. I never wanted to put it down (and neither did my boyfriend) lol.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQJA6TE4VEH22?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is such a great book to read. It is hard to put down and Suzanne Collins knows how to keep the reader going. I read this book in just a few days!! I couldn't stop and went right to the next one!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UP2DBU22RVIC?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Page Turner that holds the interest. Provides great imagery. Kudos to the author for the female hero character. I appreciated the subtle hints of affection and the love theme without there being sex.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PM5QAPYP5942?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was a little apprehensive to purchase this book, since it seemed to be geared towards the younger reader. This was very entertaining and a fast read. I can't wait to get the second and third books!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R115OPWEDEL2U5?ASIN=0439023521	Great writing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The characters have real emotions and reflect what you would feel should you be put into the same situations. I love reading a character like Katniss who feels like she exists. All 3 books are great.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6JS3O40JZ8UT?ASIN=0439023521	It was helpful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I chose this rating because i like how the book filled in the blanks from the movie. The book answered some questions i had from the movie and gave me insight to things i would never have thought of.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3C049PN83PSH5?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is an entertaining and fast read.  Love the availability of the book on Amazon and you cannot beat the cost!Suzanne Collins keeps your attention, making it hard to put my Kindle down</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15ZSCXZG13GZO?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I found the book the Hunger games very entertaining and exciting. I was a very enjoyable light read. There was lots of action and was a book that was hard to put down. It left me wanting for more....</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NUHPOPTRB8N4?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was hard to put down and a very easy read. My grandson recomended it and I feel that I really connected with him on it. The storyline is very interesting and a true classic in the making...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2D9G6R1A5YGAH?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome story! After the first chapter I was compelled to keep on reading until the very end, of the 3rd book! I couldn't read fast enough, I read all 3 books (The Hunger Games Trilogy)within 3 days.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XI1L0F58U83U?ASIN=0439023521	Epic start to an epic series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book honestly had me at the edge of my seat the entire time! It is packed with action, love, suspense, and everything that makes a novel a best seller. This truly is a book you CANNOT put down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FYH5WUPLMVAC?ASIN=0439023521	Very fresh, very new. Well narrated and vivid ...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very fresh, very new. Well narrated and vivid..As an adult male it kept me turning pages to see what would happen to our Katniss. See I remember her name after all this time. An forgettable tale....</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1267KYZ9U1MSD?ASIN=0439023521	Katniss Everdeen is the hero that all girls can look ...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Katniss Everdeen is the hero that all girls can look up to. If I had a daughter I would put this book in her hand (or rather all 3 books of the triology) and quiz her on it after she's done reading!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R355FSS1TMMBY5?ASIN=0439023521	Good story, good pacing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins made an amazing story. Not only was the STORY good, but it was very accurate to what could REALLY happen in the future. 5 stars. It's a great price. Buy it. It's definately worth it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2O34MBEHM9T1O?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't think I would have interest in these books, but I borrowed it via Amazon and absolutely loved it!  I couldn't wait to see what happened!  I have just recently started the 2nd of the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YMX0EP8VJNT4?ASIN=0439023521	Perfect	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Let me start that I love the book, I've read it in my native language and then I decided to by the original. Hard cover was definitely a good choice, a good quality with a good price in a good time.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11O8SCX4GUUL4?ASIN=0439023521	Reluctant reader	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really didn't want to jump on the bandwagon that this trilogy has created but I am so glad that I did. It's well written, creative and political. I love it and can't wait to read the rest of them.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7ZTG1H0Y5U7S?ASIN=0439023521	Read after watching movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I watched movie 1 &amp; 2 and decided to start the book. Somethings are different obviously but part of me wished they weren't or I read the books first. Still a great concept and will continue to read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5U64KAMFE8BU?ASIN=0439023521	great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Would purchase the continuing story of the Hunger Games if they were written.  Loved the books.  Could possibly happen in our future with the food problem we now have in different parts of the world</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IBMA3FTG18AE?ASIN=0439023521	Bought for my 20 year old daughter - she loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Actually bought this so my 22 &amp; 20 year old daughters could read Hunger Games on my Kindle, over vacation.  They loved it.  And, they both preferred reading it on my Kindle - over a printed version.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26YPXG2LA6EUU?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book...Fun Movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book is better than the movie, but you already knew that.  They usually are.  I'm looking forward to reading book 2.  It's fun to read escape books...take me away to your world and entertain me.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35RIAU20U7X2N?ASIN=0439023521	Still in awe	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I only started to read because of the movie. Loved the book the only thing i regret is watching the movie before reading the book. Started catching fire and will finish it before watching the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R371W27NNG4LE7?ASIN=0439023521	Wow a must read. Great story and great movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Absolutely fantastic story that kept me riveted to the page from the first paragraph.  Its an intense fast moving story, that keeps<br/>you totally wrapped up in it for weeks after you put it down.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XFCIRUETN7ZN?ASIN=0439023521	Not a chick flick	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was  very impressed as a man I expected this nook to b  really dumb because th  heroine was a girl. I expected  it to be all about love  an  feelings. She is awesome. Can't wait  to read  th  rest</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2M63XBIJEPUW8?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book for teens	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Enjoyed the book and kept me on the edge of my seat wondering where the relationship with Katniss and Peeter was going.  I do think that Tomorrow When The War Began series are better book for teens.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RX9GWG5H0R77T?ASIN=0439023521	Phenomenal!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing. I'm speechless, this was so beautifully written that I'm speechless. Definitely worth reading and I just can't explain it in a way for the next reader to fully understand how great this is!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8TDWCIPYXKRP?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">At first when  I heard about this book I didn't think it would be good or that I would enjoy it. it But I I bought it and read it in less than two days. It is one of the best books I have ever read.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RL14UUOQMMRV2?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was an awesome book. Yes it did take time to read but it was worth it. Everybody at school has read it and I wanted to see if it was better than the movie, and believe me.............. IT WAS!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LHQN0XX9R24Z?ASIN=0439023521	Suspenseful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I first started to read the book I wasn't sure if I wanted to read more. I didn't know what the future of our lives may contain. And then it soon reached the point where you can't put it  down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/REZEZ9B0HDB5H?ASIN=0439023521	Super book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Collins has a great series here, and it engages the reader from page one till the end.  Great futuristic topic, and the twists and turns of the story keep the reader engaged.  I'm so glad I read it.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25V73CY1FITXI?ASIN=0439023521	What can I say.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm over seventy years old and found Hunger Games an exciting read.  The author did a great job of selling the plot and characters.  I'm sorry to say, her next two books did not accomplish the same.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1N9WBSXPV1VZ9?ASIN=0439023521	Good series intro	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was on the edge on my seat for this entire book, waiting to see what would happen next. I felt like Collins formed her characters and their relationships very well, and the plotline was excellent.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17E77TLCMD30H?ASIN=0439023521	Unforgettable	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This story is a well written balance of love,adventure and and suspense. It left me wanting to continue reading the story every waking moment. I couldn't put it down. I am anxious to read book two!.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PPD9BETL1T3J?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book after I saw the movie. The book is better allowing you to develop the plot/characters. This book moves...I couldn't put it down. Start reading the series you won't be sorry you did!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14YUW7W28YPNM?ASIN=0439023521	Captivating plot	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The plot was captivating enough to keep turning the pages, but the writing was plain and left more to be desired. Overall, it was worth the read and I would recommend it if you're craving a fantasy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FJLKBGH0ZHU2?ASIN=0439023521	Good Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fun read.  I gave it five stars because the story is very dynamic and has several different levels to it.  I would recommend this book for anyone who enjoys adventure and fair off imaginary world's.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15UD8MB5YDJIN?ASIN=0439023521	Definitely improves upon the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie first but it doesn't spoil reading the book. As you'd expect the characters and plot are developed and explained better, however the book has much better speeches and one liners too!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVYLX1X0ED5AW?ASIN=0439023521	Loved The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My three boys and I have competed for this book for several weeks now, resulting in a second version in paper.  If I hurry, I might be able to get a head start on the 2nd book before anyone notices.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R191UG62M9TH2E?ASIN=0439023521	such a good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book had me glued from the start. I couldn't put it down. I love the suspense and the drama that the author entangles in every page. I would recommend this book to all of my friends. I love it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QEY6UTHXS9SK?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't turn away	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing.  It was captivating.  It's like Survivor, Romeo and Juliet, and Spartacus rolled into one thrilling and surreal glimpse of the future.  A future that I would not want any part of living in.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RAK2FPR36OZZ4?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'd heard so much about the series and I wasn't sure I'd like it, but once I got through the first few chapters I wanted to see what happened next! Will definitely be reading the next in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R40GKNFE7C1BP?ASIN=0439023521	good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">fun story esp nice having it on my google nexus phone,  always there ready to read in a down time moment, no books to carry around.  the story is exciting as i heard it would be.  recommend reading,</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3838LXXWHRPVG?ASIN=0439023521	Enjoyable read. Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book. I am looking forward to reading the next few books following this one. I have 2 small kids and it is hard to find time to read, but I seemed to manage finding time with this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20VFGBYM3ANPE?ASIN=0439023521	Could not put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">You may as well buy all 3 books now. The characters are so engaging that as soon as you read the last page, you'll be reaching for the next book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DXO1V6J3HPF9?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Nothing wrong at all I would defiantly recommend to any body into this. Five stars *****<br/>The most amazing book I've ever read<br/> I recommend Katness to teach prim the techniques of survived</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2EQ9O0IGE16X0?ASIN=0439023521	Loved this book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When this book first came out I wasn't sure about the storyline. I wish now I wouldn't have waited so long to read the book.  I think any age would enjoy this book. Can't wait to read the next one!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVDNGAXM9AKKH?ASIN=0439023521	The series is great, and so much better than the movies and ...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is my third time reading this book. The series is great, and so much better than the movies and I loved the movies! I never get tired of reading it and it still touches me the same every time.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22CYZ2NE313KP?ASIN=0439023521	I was a little unsure because it is a very ...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was a little unsure because it is a very different book than I usually read but I got hooked really quick!  Very exciting and I have already purchased Catching Fire and can't wait to get started!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RA2KF5Q39HZ9C?ASIN=0439023521	Wow!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoy this book from beginning to end and I can't wait to read the second book.  I really liked how it was long because I hate reading books that ends before you even get a chance to get into it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3K3X92VMZIYOJ?ASIN=0439023521	Such a thrilling book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the whole story and the concept behind it. I didn't give it 5 stars because I didn't like the first-person point-of-view narrative. Characters are well developed and the story flows nicely.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1S0VKA7NTU12C?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Never thought I'd read a book like this ""kids killing one another"". Heard it talked about and I just decided to try it. Kitniss was a wonderful character I just had to read it once started.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21U6N332MNYU4?ASIN=0439023521	Suzanne Collins	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger Games is brilliant period. I own it and have read it like a million times even though I've already memorized the plot. Simple plot, easy reading, not particularly complex but still enjoyable</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12INDD7ZQIQ4T?ASIN=0439023521	Great read! Now I know.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Now I know what everyone is talking about. A great story with lots of story lines to keep the book in your hand. Looking forward to reading the sequel, plus keep Suzanne Collins on My reading list.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JD4DVDQV2VHG?ASIN=0439023521	No words can describe.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Dark days, flaming dresses, fake love, arenas, bows, betrayals, angry wasps, Rue, sad deaths, changed rules, frosting, true love, last hopes, mutts, pity, real danger and more then you can ask for.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1T84HDST3LRXE?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is an amazing book. Great story and hard to put down.  The movie doesn't do it justice.  You can read it over and over and feels like your a part of the whole experience.  Highly recommend it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PXVATFD3M1VY?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I just recently started reading again and this book was an easy read.  It was amazing kept my interest from the first page.  Read it every time I had a chance. Can't wait to finish the other books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MVP0B645KA4Q?ASIN=0439023521	Thrilling	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I watched the movie opening weekend. I knew then i needed to read the book. I was amazed at the depth of detail the book provided. The way implied realities come alive. I highly recommend the book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GCA7ZC5ZBA2F?ASIN=0439023521	A Great Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The story was excellent and although I have seen the movie a few times, reading the book really added  and helped explain the story.  A great read for anyone liking human interaction and adventure.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RS6JB6PF74SX4?ASIN=0439023521	A Great Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Easy to read, this compelling story does justice to the superhero in this futuristic thriller.  I think it also transcends age definitions as I am a middle aged woman.  I will definitely read more.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24LQ7BGIKEBET?ASIN=0439023521	Exceptional reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger games left me hungry for book 2, ""Catching Fire""! It was a page turner. I couldn't put it down. This book grabs you from the beginning and never disappoints. Excited to begin book 21</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CDA4LR4M7XRO?ASIN=0439023521	Entertaining	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I would recommend this book to anyone looking for an action filled story of survival and passion, it keeps the reader wanting to know more and it's so very hard to put down. Definitely  a must read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWPD6JH48QBGW?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't put any of the books down. The world Collins created was easy to immerse yourself. The characters were amazing and you couldn't help but want the best for them and revenge those that died.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TYWUZWLQGC54?ASIN=0439023521	The Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is simply amazing! I will probably read it over and over again. Anyone who could grasp the meaning should love this particular book. Maybe rated for teen to adult for some violent content</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NNB8IAV51972?ASIN=0439023521	Good and captivating read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Did not get to watch the movie so did not have any biases about the book. Engaging story line,a heroine we can root for and the capacity of man to love and  sacrifice as well as cruelty and apathy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NGH4Z70ZRC0C?ASIN=0439023521	I was skeptical	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was skeptical to read this trilogy because I am very picky when it comes to books. I have to get interested within about the first couple of pages to stick to it and this was totally that for me.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IXT4BPXSBOPX?ASIN=0439023521	Like	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Seen the movie and liked it alot so  figured i would read the book too and only read the first page..lol...But i received the book before the estimated shipping date and was very pleased with that.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3I6AEU88NACOR?ASIN=0439023521	much better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very entertaining and easy read. Learned more of what the characters were actually going through. I'll have to watch the movie again now that I have more understanding of their background. Loved it</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XJFDFP8BKOYO?ASIN=0439023521	Brilliant	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I choose to read this after watching the film, normally I would do it the other way round.<br/>This book is beautifully written &amp; really pulls you in. I loved it &amp; can't wait to read the next two.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8M05XXL1065P?ASIN=0439023521	Really interesting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very interesting history, great characters.<br/><br/>Good mix of darkness and happiness, I finished the book in few days.<br/><br/>Already bought the sequel, lets hope it is as good as the 1st.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRUK8ZMPZIJEW?ASIN=0439023521	SPECTACULAR !!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I devoured this book as if it were thanksgiving. School wasn't a priority when i started to read this book. This is the best book i have ever read in my life! Thank you Suzanne Collins, i love you!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1M7V27BT4OPS9?ASIN=0439023521	Love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Totally became hooked in the first book.  Sent it to my sister to read!  I waited to see the movie till I completed the series!  Excellent and yes the book was a million times better than the movie</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3H9ZJCL0XDVO1?ASIN=0439023521	Enjoyable read.  Story moves well.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was pleasantly surprised by Hunger Games.  It's a well written story, that just keeps moving.  There's good character development and you can certainly become attached to them.  Highly recommend.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29KMJMQL4LDAX?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games Review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was very fun and exciting i highly recomend to read it! I am looking foward to the movie!<br/>And the price is great! Make sure you read it before the movie though don't spoil it! ;) Lol</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PTFGIN0X1CW8?ASIN=0439023521	brilliant	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">amazing. powerful. epic. modern gladiators in post apocalyptic orwellian madness. riveting and disturbing, youn wont be able to put it down. best book i have read all year and i read 3 or 4 a week!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNMTKRXU2YNJC?ASIN=0439023521	Does the world need another Hunger Games review?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">There are almost 3000 reviews of the Hunger Games on Amazon already, and the overwhelming majority of them are 5-star. So what's one more review worth?<br/><br/>Probably not much. You've already heard of this book, all your friends have probably told you to read it, and maybe you just haven't gotten around to it. Or may be you're sick of all the hype, and you think this is just one more pop-culture misfire, another crappy corporate novel churned out for teens and tweens and those adults still developmentally stuck in their high school yearbook.<br/><br/>Believe the hype. The Hunger Games isn't just a good book, it's a great book, and it's going to be around for a long time. It's dark, complex, constantly screwing with your expectations, and it sticks with you long after you put it down. This is the real deal.<br/><br/>If you hated Harry Potter for its vanilla characters, convenient plot devices, coincidence overload, and corny macguffins, The Hunger Games will wash all that badness right out of your soul. Suzanne Collins pulls no punches. It's sweet, painful, brutal, and beautiful writing. Be ready to buy the entire trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2EUVZBHBDQDS7?ASIN=0439023521	good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good book. Read it in one week.............so so so so continue to read the second one and the third one, you know it! All these long words just for satisfying the required length of the comments.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2L4NVAAI1CLPX?ASIN=0439023521	Read it a thousand times	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely love this novel. Makes me laugh and brings me to tears every time I read it. You just cannot help but to love them, hate them, root for them, curse at them, and fall into their world.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KCMIKL3EO6BY?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing......this is just  Amazing. It is filled with action all the way through! Katniss and Peers share an unbreakable bond. One word to describe it is.......Amazing! I love it and you will too!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CPV5C8YNN7GY?ASIN=0439023521	My daughter recommended this book and series to me and so did ...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My daughter recommended this book and series to me and so did my 12 year old grandson.  Once I got started I couldn't put it down and am now reading the second book which is just as good or better</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GQV5W78LK1S3?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wasn't sure if I wanted to read this after seeing the movie, but I'm glad I did.  An excellent start to the series.  I particularly enjoyed the hints that rebellion lurks just below the surface.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UFQN9N9AXMW3?ASIN=0439023521	Deserves to be on a shelf next to J.R.R Tolkien	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">May the odds be ever in your favor!<br/>Unbelievable, this book is amazing in every single way. I never thought I could love a book with kids killing each other. Suzanne Collins made it possible.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UE012PVZETWG?ASIN=0439023521	Great Story!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great story! I started reading and couldn't put this book down. The characters are well developed , interesting and REAL. The story itself is about SO much more than the ""games"".</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HFGE2506DIAY?ASIN=0439023521	Holding my breath	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't wait for the story to unfold.  I saw the second movie before reading so many things were clarified by reading g the book,<br/>Wonderful story of love and the bitter political controls.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3U0DEBCKSVGA9?ASIN=0439023521	So Full of Action!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't like the tracker jackers part and the mutts. I did love the cave and how Katniss decorated Rue with flowers when she died. I also thought that the book was full of action and so intense!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R148N95QVTPY51?ASIN=0439023521	epic book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best book ever! I think this is the best one i have ever read. I also recommend the next 2 books in the series. I don't think I have any dislikes. I hope everyone reading this also agrees with me!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KKWEAFRVKGE2?ASIN=0439023521	enjoyable for someone who doesn't usually read fantasy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">For a young adult book, I found this book to be a surprising page turner.  I read this book before seeing the movie (which I found disappointing).  Quick read and a refreshingly new story concept.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RD4OZJY0C76D0?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is a very good book. It was suspenseful and very interesting. I would definitely recommend this book to a lot of people including you! I hope you enjoy this book as much as I did!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18FF6LNVDVT3G?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book! Keeps you guessing &amp; on edge! Has a great story plot and surprises! I can't wait to read the others! I would recommend this book to readers who like action, suspense, and imagination!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IGMB4GGKLQZX?ASIN=0439023521	Love it could not put it down!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is so awesome go Suzanne Collins woop woop!!!! Ha ha anyways the games and the victor were so interesting I was like on the edge my seat!!! It's so detailed and cool can't wait to see the movie</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R304V1P3U9PGAL?ASIN=0439023521	Great book - George Orewell would be proud	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great start of the series and well on the way to becoming a classic.  Must read before seeing the movie as it really does a much better job of building the characters and explaining the situation.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1B0QSKPO6A9QY?ASIN=0439023521	HOLY CRAP SO GOOD	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent story, and a fantastic introduction into dystopian fiction. I love the conversational writing style; it immediately draws you into the story and makes Katniss &amp; Co seem like old friends.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10RPRMJMPBREW?ASIN=0439023521	OMG NO WAY	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this isn't something I would normally read but if was so hard to put down. Reading these words had me laughing crying and even angry. I can't wait for book 2. All I Can really say is wow. Amazing.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Q88H0ABJDXSO?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The series was great; and this first book gets you hooked! My son even read them. If you liked Harry Potter or if your kids were into the Percy Jackson series, you most likely will enjoy this too.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RC8FAWR6YJQ2?ASIN=0439023521	Page Turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Easy to read and still has wonderful depth to the story. Good read overall. I liked the movie but the book is even better giving you more detail and feeling that movies can never quite accomplish.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1721CBEW2DV3R?ASIN=0439023521	Not just a tween book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The first time I read this book I borrowed it from the Kindle library. I liked it so much I decided to buy it and share it with my daughters. Gives more insight to the movie. Couldn't put it down.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBO2ZN1N3ER3F?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I chose this book because I have heard a lot about it and wanted to read it.  I liked it because as I read it, it felt as though ideas in the book living the same moments the main character lived.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RPDTQLLRXOAZ?ASIN=0439023521	Compelling for all ages	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My son convinced me to see 'The Hunger Games' with him earlier this year.  I was dubious, but went anyway.  The movie was compelling, and the book is even better! It is a page-turner for all ages.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RM384TTGJ8H8B?ASIN=0439023521	Engaging story line...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">...couldn't put the book down...the movie does no justice to the book!  I couldn't wait to turn each page to see what would happen next.  Easy to read but engaging story, a must read for all ages!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21VWGTWJN7FG9?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Exhilirating, nail-biting, heart-breaking, drama-packed, and a myriad of other adjectives, The Hunger Games proves a nice book read when a lovable pest known as 'Television' offers nothing to see.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R184M3UR4J1BYB?ASIN=0439023521	GREAT BOOK	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I just got through the full trilogy of this book series. I absolutely enjoyed it. The only down side is that I watched the movie first THEN read the book. But either way, I really liked them both.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FC6UJCNCDIGR?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well written novel with an excellent critique on the human condition of oppression. The sequels are a must and I recommend this to anyone. The movie was also very close to the book, worth a watch.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11K2A1K94Y247?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought the book thinking I was NOT going to like it but promised someone I would at least give it a try.  Now I am hooked and almost done with the third book!  Very good and I am very impressed!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R214LGBW01JH5C?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Got this for my daughter, but I've read it myself since receiving it.  It was so hard to put down!  Came in great shape, although rather late, was afraid I wouldn't get it in time for the holiday.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35S735WNEQNLB?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was very addicting.  One of those that you start and just can't put down.  I ended up buying the next 2 books in the series and had them all read within 4 days.  I highly recommend them!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AS1SD87365HT?ASIN=0439023521	as promised	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Book was readable on ipad and phone everythis was so fast and easy and not to expensive at all for a best selling book.  A great way to get the book fast instead of having to wait for it to ship..</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGPCQ94B6H84M?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games~Making me hungry for more!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is about a girl named Katniss as she struggles in a battlezone, where she must face her worst nightmares. This book was full o thrills and chills, and i look forward to reading it again.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2V7HZ3HY20RE6?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Nice book for my teenager</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1N6RY2MYHTA21?ASIN=0439023521	One of the Best Books I've Read in Years!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm in a book club, and in the past few years we've read some outstanding books ranging from The Help and Sarah's Key to Room and Night.  So when it was my turn to host book club, I turned to Amazon to find a book to suggest. I came across The Hunger Games and was impressed that it received more than 2,000 reviews (most of them favorable). So even though the book targets young adults, I bought it anyway figuring it would be an enjoyable summer read like Twilight.<br/><br/>I was wrong. It was actually more entertaining and much better-written than any of the Twilight books. The plot is so unique, the imagery breathtaking, the characters extremely well-developed. I couldn't put this book down, and almost immediately bought Catching Fire and Mockingjay (the two final books in the trilogy). These books were so enjoyable that I actually felt a little blue when I finished the last one. (Note to Suzanne Collins:  Please write a follow-up! I must know what happens to Katniss!)<br/><br/>I highly recommend this book to anyone (young and old alike) who wants to read one of the most creative, vivid tales ever written.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3O27J7IORW44R?ASIN=0439023521	This was an excellent book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Could not put it down.  It is a great book to read if you are bored.  After watching the movie and reading this book I think the book is more detailed, suspenseful and enteraining than the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1AMVOSGJB0UB1?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is so good I recommend it to everyone! There were no dislikes but I really want peeta tho understand what katis is taking in at the end of the book. Read it if you want to know more! 😉</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZWCP4MRMC0LG?ASIN=0439023521	BEST BOOK IVE  READ!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">and trust me I've read a lot of books. I just wished it didn't stop where it did, because I wanted to know what happens between martinis and Gale but oh well. Ill just have to read the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWQH7AUXA0380?ASIN=0439023521	Very much like movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I decided to read the book because I loved the movie. The book.is better they always are. I couldn't put it down and I lost one night of sleep to keep reading. I recommend the book and the movie.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YB9EQPM9HQ25?ASIN=0439023521	It was a good book tho all on its own	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was different from the movie but I expected much since movies always change something. It was a good book tho all on its own. It made me laugh and cry and get mad just like any other good book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5M2XO41YN5ZI?ASIN=0439023521	Great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read! I saw the film first and it's very true to the book. So if you liked the movie you will love the book as you get to delve a little bit deeper into the Hunger Games and the characters.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2M6I4T9Q0DM33?ASIN=0439023521	win win book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the book. Facts reading -held my interest. Although I guessed the final outcome. I was held captive by how it got there. a BIG winner for me. Anxious to get to the next book in the series</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26JJOPEJU7UV3?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is the best book I have ever read,except for The Fault In Our Stars. I recommend it to the young teenage audience and those who love a little romance mixed in with action and rebellion.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IR2OAW5VO8B8?ASIN=0439023521	awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome book. Saw movie first which drove me to read the books. Already read through the entire series once about 9 months ago and just reread this one in 3 days. And I'm not even an avid reader.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1O2DFFUFX66F8?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well contracted with believable characters. Fantasy is difficult for me and Ms. Collins mixed in the right amount of reality to make in believable. Looking forward to the next book in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RX4HSKIVGXFCS?ASIN=0439023521	absolutely love this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this story. I get a little perturbed that Katniss is too afraid of her own feelings to tell Peeta how confused she is but that she cares about him. But other than that, I can't get enough.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2T6W96RAPXZ9N?ASIN=0439023521	Page-Turning.  Not just for teenagers.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">First book I have read in a long time that is truely page-turning.  This book is for anyone, of any age.  Can't imagine how a writer could come up with this concept.  I just couldn't put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23SV9MF0MUFU3?ASIN=0439023521	should have picked this up a while ago	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book that takes you out of reality and puts you in a whole new world. I was hesitant at the thought but Katniss is a string individual and not a weak girl. Can't wait to start the next one!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QJP72TRV5UHO?ASIN=0439023521	Wow!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great book! It had me angry, laughing, and even the occasional tear. It's a book that once you pick up you can't put it down! I can't wait to read ""Catching Fire"" This is amazayn!!!! :)</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11WBR5BI02LCW?ASIN=0439023521	I loved it and so did my 13 year old son.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I did a little book club kind of thing with my 13 year old son and we picked this series.  It was really fun for us.  Great book and age appropriate for him and really fun for me to read as well.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HVXCJVNFCMND?ASIN=0439023521	Reading Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I chose a five star rating because this book was so well written, I thoroughly enjoyed it. I could seldom put it down. It was actually my first ebook. Can't wait to begin book two of the trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NH311UCGU9UX?ASIN=0439023521	Great Story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wasn't sure I wanted to read about young people killing each other but the story sucks you in and held my interest throughout the whole book.<br/>Thanks Amazon for ""loaning the book"" !</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZSTJMYBFRJ0J?ASIN=0439023521	My favorite book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book so much! This is the second time I read this series. I love romance and sci-fi and the action. For so people it gives them nightmares, but for me I get dreams that I am Katniss.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XQ8LBBSW47L5?ASIN=0439023521	I <3 the hunger games!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book is amazing!!!!!!! I dont recomend this book for kids under 5th grade. I think that everyone who enjoys adventure with a little bit of romance should have this book, or at least read it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ERFUA72JP3PI?ASIN=0439023521	Pretty good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed this book and it was a very quick read. Definitely for the younger readers.  Overall good story. Unsure where the story will go from here, but not overly compelled to read the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18OZ5BX0EEGRI?ASIN=0439023521	The Best!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I would consider everyone to read this book. It has a lot of emotion, loving, and might even soften up you inner core, your heart. This is a book with districts killing each other. The<br/>Bomb.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11Q49T099NTFC?ASIN=0439023521	Sick, dystopian society	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Because all the violence and cruelty, I don't think is such a good story for young people. But is an imaginative and exciting plot that keeps you wanting to read more as you root for the heroine.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BU83DM2QMDGU?ASIN=0439023521	Incredible reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wanted to know the ending but without getting to the end.The author held my attention and painted a perfect picture in every chapter.Would definitely recommend this book and author to everyone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18TOEZPUGDM1R?ASIN=0439023521	Great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie and enjoyed it--but one always gets more pleasure from reading, since it has so much more detail that they are unable to include in a film.  I cannot wait to read the second book!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HU17MLDSDHSV?ASIN=0439023521	I couldn't stop reading!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not stop reading! When I started to read this book I thought it was going to be just another book  but it's so much more! This book was so amazing I couldn't wait to read the second book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Z3QU3F7IPALV?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Devoured this book during a summer vacation.  Fast paced story with good character development.  Appeals to a wide range of readers; my 12 year old son, my husband and I all read it back to back.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMKCV2U3ABJ12?ASIN=0439023521	Engrossing read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is an incredibly well-written story about poverty, hunger, class warfare and life in a police state, controlled by the government. A highly recommended read for both teenagers and adults!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PYSM1O68AT3K?ASIN=0439023521	I couldn't put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wanted to read this book and now I know why. The characters and action drew me in and held me until the last word. I just have to read the whole series to see what happens to Katniss and Peeta!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3T0175J08WUS4?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't Put It Down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My daughter requested this for Christmas. She spend the entire day reading it then passed it to me. I spent the entire day reading it myself and couldn't put it down. I would give this book a 4.5</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22JF3GUN1ANEU?ASIN=0439023521	A great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this is the only book series I like to read. I like how this book has a mix of romance, adventure, and fighting. thank you Suzanne Collins for writing this great book that starts a great series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5LPJH7F5AMDQ?ASIN=0439023521	Great book an series.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked the book in some ways more than I liked the movie. All the books in this series are great books to read and I'd recommend them to whomever is thinking of reading them. I hope this helps.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20911FL5NLIPI?ASIN=0439023521	Good read  Good Movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What a nice surprise that a movie reflected the book so closely.  These are books I would not read but found them be very good and contemporary.  Hope the next one stays true to the second book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IFWNKRWIBL8P?ASIN=0439023521	it's ok but could have been better	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I like the way it grabs you in and makes you want to read and never put it down. But I would have liked it if it was not so harsh. I mean kids! Way harsh dude. But other wise it was a good read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14PRFTRVDOKFJ?ASIN=0439023521	Fghjjjjjj	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Cool<br/>Cunningham<br/>Monster and the Costanaon Cowell's first time and Jackie Chan the costanoan and Jackie I have a tay the Costanaon special skill in the Costanaon dwellings rule out tyuf</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1P96SAOS9J34W?ASIN=0439023521	Great story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read the book then the movie came out - always better when you read the book. The author really brought the story to life. Definately NOT hard to get into. - Anxious to read the whole trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2A5QP83IW9GML?ASIN=0439023521	very good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I did not think I would like the book but once I got it I could not put it down.  Very good story about surviving and friendships you can form.  I am glad my granddaughter said I should read it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10SI2S9G8AZ7G?ASIN=0439023521	Best book EVER!!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was very dramatic and tragic.I can't wait to read the next book!I bet it will be even better than this one.Oh, and so much better than the movie.I encourage you ta read it!BYEEEEEEEEEE!!!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AMXEFW7C733I?ASIN=0439023521	really great!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was REALLY well written. The only flaw that made me rate it 4 stars instead of 5, was that in some places the story seemed a little too convenient for my taste. But still sooooo good!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22TGXS2IJJTDO?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I chose this rating because it's the best book I have read in a long time. I can picture what Katniss and Peeta talking and falling in love for real. I love the way it's written for that reason.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YC6GL3G20WB9?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book flew by in a matter of hours! Perfect detail without bogging down. I truly came to care for the characters and could feel their conflict and struggle. Looking forward to the next book!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2B7R12FXVG4O8?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever!!!!!!!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is my favorite  book and I definitely recommend it for everyone.<br/><br/>It think you will love It!!!!!!!<br/><br/>In conclusion all I have to say is READ THIS BOOK!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30JALZHLTQG8?ASIN=0439023521	Good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a good book. I started to read it but couldn't get past the first couple of chapters. I only finish reading it after I saw the movie. The book was slow to start out just like the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3ILUEVACVKMY4?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I Loved  this book a lot it was so loving  my favorite character is peata he sounds so strong and loving and handsome  I love him I want to each the movie I bet  that he is very  cut !!!!!!!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MMURHGVT04ZM?ASIN=0439023521	amazing READ THE BOOK!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is the best book I have ever read.  If u r thinking of turning it down cause of all the blood and violence<br/>That's SILLY<br/>Read the book you won't be disappointed I guarantee it</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RA14KNMKGW4O?ASIN=0439023521	Best book series I ever read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thoroughly enjoyed this trilogy I could not put them down.  Shame the movie didn't do them justice.  I loved the characters, the plot, the suspense, the underlying message I found very moving.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30JPE0ZR92NJ9?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this book at first it started off slow but as I got into it, it became a page turner. You can really visualize what's happening in the story. Can't wait to read the second book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VCHJZR0BQ0RZ?ASIN=0439023521	a real page turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Really did not think i would enjoy this type of book with its sci fi kind of theme, but i was unable to put it down, looking forward to reading more. Great to read something completely different</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25AG23GJ8AVFH?ASIN=0439023521	I fell in love with the Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Sure,I watched the movie of the Hunger Games without even considering reading the book.  But the movie was so good that I had to read the book.  Now I'm determined to read the rest of the books!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3D0O0HTZKOF3G?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book because it shows both the barbarism and the humanity in people. What we are capable of when pushed into a life and death situation.  I recommend this book to people of all ages.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Q8NXVL3TNPCE?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am not a big reader  but got a Kindal for Christmas have heard this was a good book so I gave it a try. I enjoyed it to the point that I could not put it down. I will have son read it as well.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RY40ZPF6CWCY6?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I can't wait for books two and three.<br/>I read this after having seen the movie but it was still great. I will be finishing the trilogy immediately so that I don't have to wait for the movies</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XFBULZ2HVD3D?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome read!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed the storyline. Unable to put the book down, want to keep reading. As soon as i finished the book, I needed to know more so continued with the 2nd book. Best read in a long time.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RPDBAGQSOXSI?ASIN=0439023521	LOVED IT!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the 1st book of the Hunger Games. I couldn't stop reading it! I finished in 2 days. I loved the book way better than the movie! Way to go! Can't wait to finish the rest of the series!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NDAUTQTZYSJU?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book gains your interest at the start and continues throughout. The ending was a bit soft.<br/><br/>It sort of reminded me of George Orwell's ""1984"". Not very optimistic about the future.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXH413TLO5MZ?ASIN=0439023521	WOW words cant describe	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My sister in law for how many months has been telling me to read this book.  I kept saying ""yeah I will get to it eventually.""  Finally about 3 days ago I purchased the book and started reading it right away.  OMG! I wish I would have started it earlier.  The first chapter was kind of slow, but after you got to the second chapter, that is where I really got hook. I am currently on chapter 23 and will be finishing it tonight.  I can honestly say that this is an awesome book.  I was iffy on it considering it is meant for a younger generation... of course that is where I am at now lol but this was a great read so far.  I would definitally reccomend this to friends.  I acutally started telling people about it :)  Take a chance even if you borrow it from someone...i think it is worth the read and money 100%</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FNJ8BDT3ZSMK?ASIN=0439023521	Great Series!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome series. I (unfortunately) watched the movies first, however, I still greatly enjoyed reading the books. The characters were very well developed and the plot was interesting. Five stars!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RM2OZZZDDA148?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome read, enjoyed this novel way better than the movie. I'm glad I read it first! The vivid literature made the characters, setting, and story comes to life within the readers' imagination.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1K417A8HZGFR5?ASIN=0439023521	I rated it with 4 stars because it is not terrific literature. However	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a fast read with a hard to put down story. I rated it with 4 stars because it is not terrific literature. However, it was very enjoyable (can I say that about such an awful storyline?).</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15PYI4PN370AV?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was amazing for many reasons. The action. The romance. Plus it wasn't short and the greatness of the book never ends. I recommend this book for older kids though. 10 year olds at max.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29MB1ZJ9OLARU?ASIN=0439023521	Intense	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Intense yet extremely well written and touching novel. I couldn't put it down once I got through the first chapter. Suzanne Collins did an incredible job with this series. My favorite of the 3.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FXNEAGAGR9N1?ASIN=0439023521	Pick it up, but be prepared not to put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I read, I read to escape. I want to become immersed in the story and let my imagination run with the imagery the author has provided. This book did just that. Go ahead, escape for a while.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3B4Y7CW8C4E0D?ASIN=0439023521	young adult	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am addicted to young adult novels. This book has sucked me, and being the first in a trilogy, made me read the following two books.  I love Katniss and her world, and how she handles herself.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3A8E3F1JS7ZQD?ASIN=0439023521	awesome!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Ten times better than the movie and yet ten times more poignant and riddled with sadness!! I think the movie did a piss poor job. Already bought the second book and gonna start it right away!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SD1HJCVHO7Y5?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was very interesting and I hope to read it again now before I go I want to thank the author for writing the book and to make even more of this series forever and ever and for eternity</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RG0AIGQXI1XPL?ASIN=0439023521	Great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book while moving across country.  The story was well balanced and entertaining, mixing the action sequences and relationship plot together.  A great escape during a very busy time.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HS7B9XTZM76X?ASIN=0439023521	Great book, better than the movie!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read this book aloud to my hubby on our 12 hour car trip recently. Great book for that and kept us both riveted to the story the whole trip even though I had already seen the movie. Great read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3F3VQLKRUUXKJ?ASIN=0439023521	BEST BOOK EVVVEEERRRRR	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">thjs is a realy great book...i am a advid reader and i have mny fvorite books up until i rwad t.h.g. my fsvorite series was harry potter bht now its the hunger games!!!!! TOTALLY READ IT!!!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCM5OVOC0HGVE?ASIN=0439023521	A good read, but the movie was better.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A good read, but the movie was better. The book clarified some things, and gave some dimension to the relationships between the characters, but it was a little long-winded and muddled in spots.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12AW10X1RCRQF?ASIN=0439023521	The perfect combination	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the perfect dystopian novel, the perfect combination of war, politics, love and hope.<br/>This is by far the best dystopian novel I've ever read. Please write another, Suzanne Collins.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1AAHU94CQULC6?ASIN=0439023521	HUNGER GAMES RULES!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I found this book to be one of the best I have read in terms of sci-fi in a long time. I haven't seen the movie, if it is anything like the book I will enjoy it. Ms Collins did a wonderful job!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZFVIW1F6E4MU?ASIN=0439023521	Love it!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't really read much, so for a book to catch my attention like The Hunger Games did is a miracle lol! I couldn't put it down! The second I was finished I purchased and read the second book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BVNM1PDWO7CF?ASIN=0439023521	So enticing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After seeing the movie I decided to go back and read the books! I'm so glad I did!  So many details the movie left out! Finished the first book in 3 sittings and I can't wait to start the next!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7S420GFHERLG?ASIN=0439023521	this is for a class project	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is an awesome book! I think that this is a must read for everyone! It is not too suitable for little children due to the graphic nature of the book but over all its really great read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKT1MDWAY3DRF?ASIN=0439023521	Again!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Definitely a book that I would read again.<br/>And again...it's just so entertaining.<br/>Just the right amount killing with nit too much details but just enough to get the imagination going.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RMPXLQYYKFW4?ASIN=0439023521	Exciting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I did the mistake of watching the movie before the book and realize now just how much more In depth it goes. This book is always exciting and feels real... Would very much, recommend this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18ORRGF3TA8B3?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great storytelling, I read this in just a few days. Looking forward to continuing the trilogy. Seriously wondering how far fetched this story taking place post United States collapse really is.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RV4A8Y4IEV5DA?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">At first I did not know if it would be good. But it's is one of the best books I have ever read. If you read a little you want to read more and more and more. I recommend reading this book. ; )</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MV2O5IWAUPSN?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">To to to to to to to to to to  reply to this entry through a lot more to Terre the first place for real reason why I think that this is the best of luck with your friends to this is a great way</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3V58INV6Z8QP0?ASIN=0439023521	THE HUNGER GAMES	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">At first, I didn't think I would like this book.  But, the more I read it, the better it became.  I couldn't wait to read more and discover more about Katniss and her plight.  EXCELLENT BOOK!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20M8YMIGTHJPW?ASIN=0439023521	Far Fetched	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not put this book down. I gave it a 4  because it was so far fetched. On the other hand, that is what makes the book readable. The entire concept would would be too repulsive otherwise!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RN101AT52NKH8?ASIN=0439023521	pages falling out	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i understand i prob paid very little for this book but would rather have paid more because almost every page i turn falls completely out of the book. thats ridiculous and i am upset about this.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TAAQAGPVL3QV?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing and Insightful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Absolutely enthralling. I'm hesitant to see the movie because of how incredible the book is. The protagonist is such a complex character I don't know how she could possibly be captured on film.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3U64BTDON5TSF?ASIN=0439023521	Easy read, thought provoking.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book illustrates and interesting look at what our future could be if the world doesn't make peace with itself.  Very thought provoking - should be on every young person's ""must read list"".</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGB5N7JFG38EB?ASIN=0439023521	Great satire	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a wonderful read, an excitng and thought provocative story.<br/>The characters are strong, the settings are distinctive and the message is home hitting.<br/>This book will be re-read.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PSANF57WKS0C?ASIN=0439023521	Ggdbjir	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was great!!!<br/>I really liked it, but not as much as the movie. There are alot of the things in the movie that dont happen in the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3R88Y476TW4GT?ASIN=0439023521	incredible book - not just for teens	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was one of the most engaging books I've read in a long time. I literally could not put it down - was planning to read 15 minutes before bed and instead read until 2 in the morning.<br/><br/>The plot twists and turns, the characters are like-able AND believable, it's intense, it's violent, it's thought provoking, it might make you cry, it will definitely have you at the edge of our seat... it's brilliant. You must read this one!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/REQ9AHFFE85WN?ASIN=0439023521	Speechless!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The author did a detailed job of pulling every possible emotion out of me.  Each character was described in great detail. I never knew a book about death could be written so eloquently. Bravo!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14GNVXNOUF8TF?ASIN=0439023521	Fun and ease to read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love the story has a good vocabulary for teens.  Is very easy to read and fun you can finally see all the details the movie doesn't have.  Great book my nephew love the story before the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TDMLZV3VN5QI?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderfully amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hello, this is an anonomus reader here and I believe that this book was fantastic in many ways! It was a wonderful expeirience to read this book and I hope you will enjoys it as much as I did.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VSNY6Y2VQH6V?ASIN=0439023521	Good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent imagination in creating the characters and a new world in the future which people are control. Teenagers are use to entertain and elimnated by the government. Excellent introduction.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24721GSRKEXME?ASIN=0439023521	AWESOME	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book so much I think it represents the effort and pain it takes when killing and losing valuable things and people also love it puts a bit of romance in there I think it is awesome</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1H8VEODVNV7QW?ASIN=0439023521	Did not disappoint!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had a lot of people telling me I needed to read this book and now I see why. It was such a great read and very well written. BRAVO!!! I loved it and could not put it down till I finished it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RY2B1GM3LSVBX?ASIN=0439023521	Great suspense	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it<br/>It captured my attention until the end. It was sinister and gruesome and romantic and exciting at the same time. Great story line and character development. I highly recommend it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMEQZXELAURF8?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought this book would be really stupid! I refused to see the movie till I had to for a school project<br/>and it was ok:) but my friend forced me to read it and it was GREAT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MWWF94G6PQ39?ASIN=0439023521	A great fantasy book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I strongly recomend this story to everyone.  Suzanne Collins has created very strong characters, and located them in a world full of fear, rage, revenge, but also friendship, love, solidarity.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1V8KOMAETRL8J?ASIN=0439023521	Well written	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is a well written novel for readers of many ages. One of those rare books with a wide appeal. Subject that could have been exploited is written in a powerful and positive way.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29VWBGNFHKHF8?ASIN=0439023521	Must read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie before I read the book so I would be biased and not compare the two. Having now read the book, I must say that I thoroughly enjoyed it.  Could read and reread it several times.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRCTQGW6XRD1?ASIN=0439023521	THE HUNGER GAMES	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw  the movie before I read the book and  I have to admit, the movie was Just like the book. I loved the details in the book that didn't make the movie. Love it! Can't wait  to read book 2!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23NKDBF2INLVM?ASIN=0439023521	Better than film	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was far better than the movie. The richness of the inner soul searching does not come across in the film. Th he fear and the battle to stay alive has a much darker twist in the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RV4FZUMCIG521?ASIN=0439023521	Why the Hunger Games is Great.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So far this book is amazing as fr as I'm concerned. My ten year old daughter is reading it and told me that its great so far she loves it! I'm happy that she is reading more. I'm proud of her.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2EWJ8WHTMWQ8B?ASIN=0439023521	One of my all time favorites	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The title says it all! It is by far one of my all time favorites! Anyone who enjoyed Harry Potter, Twilight, Lord of the Rings or the Eragon Series (Inheritance Cycle), will adore these books!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OTCB763K1A4H?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie first before reading the book. But the book was great and provided much more details and linked a lot of the relationships that the characters had. I can't wait to read book 2.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3042WJDYJ22S8?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it looking forward to the next book<br/>And the second installment in November 2013<br/><br/>Once u read this it makes you want more of what life will hold for everyone in district 12</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AH7NWWQCEDYC?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed reading these books, if not the content.  The movies are quite excellent as well.  I really like stories that are 'new' and not the same ideas worked over yet again and again.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1B3DHPEKJT3OV?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book I could read it a million times and it will never get old it has so much action and romance at the same time and the end keeps you wondering and wanting to read  catching fire</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34C7NL3X7PVUI?ASIN=0439023521	just great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i really love this book series.  collins has given a fresh look and a new idea.  don't avoid this because you think the violence with children is disgusting.  you'd be missing the whole point.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1AT1L9UK0XQC6?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent book, entire series is good.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wasn't sure I wanted to read this and held out for a long time, great books, gets you into it quickly and keeps you there. I stayed up too late several nights reading the 3 books in the set.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OSTIFW2UN70?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read all 3 of the hungry game books.  I truly enjoyed each one. I had a hard time leaving 1 in going to the next and was very unhappy when the series ended because I was enjoying it so much.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25ZDZ1ZSFM2H6?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I watched the movie first and it was great! But this book blows it out the water! The detail in the book is really what makes the difference, everything Katniss thinks in detailed in the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHOLDXU7CTX0Y?ASIN=0439023521	the hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">loved the book. a great action. a have to read book. if you liked twilight you need to read this. suzanne collins wonderful job. you're never going to put this amazing book down. i sure did'nt</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1AJUNCV0M6GQK?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely loved this book. When I first looked it over I didn't think I would like it, thinking this was more of a teens book. Well my teen talked me into reading this one and I was hooked!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IU109XVSIYFL?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games was a very quick read, well written, and entertaining. I don't read often but I'm off to read the second in the series, Catching Fire, now because I enjoyed the book so much.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VY3Y96DXGCM2?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">At the start I really wasn't into it as much, but when the games started I was hooked. It confused me when Peeta and Katniss couldn't be allies anymore but that got resolved so I am happy! 😁</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JCN43OLAH117?ASIN=0439023521	Interesting, disturbing.....	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After watching the movie on Netflix, I decided to read the books. Would that the director and writer had chosen material differently. But then, isn't that the wish of all armchair wanna-bees?</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZZVLFYH5O3ZP?ASIN=0439023521	palpable. keeps you going to very end.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing plot, survivalistic at its very core. Rooting for Katniss is a necessity and putting yourself in her shoes is automatic, thanks to the author. Great book, worth reading over and over.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RKHWLS66E25F?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really liked how the book wasn't a slow read or a fast read. It was a t the perfect speed.  Except right before Cato comes running away from the wolves. I got a little confused on that part</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGKHHJ8KJ8NN8?ASIN=0439023521	Definitely worth reading!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I first heard about this series I was a little hesitant to read it. Now that I have, it makes me hope that this never becomes a reality! Very good book! I liked it better than the movie!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MZYLXINZV1M8?ASIN=0439023521	Book and movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie prior to reading the book.  Actually never thought I would like to read a series, but once I started, it was unbelievably addictive!! Awesome book-much more to the story line.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SHRVVS88CZ5H?ASIN=0439023521	Lovely	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I hate I have to read another one cause I just read this book from start to finish without putting it down once. Will definitely be checking out the movie now. I'm hoping it's not too graphic</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1USV7N158M6H8?ASIN=0439023521	Really Great!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was well written and had an amazing amount of detail, some of the dialogue was hard to follow, but I still give it a five-star rating for the incredible amount of thought put in this book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3U0TJK0F8E3HZ?ASIN=0439023521	awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book. It was amazing to read and I could feel everything that happened. I loved how Katniss was so brave and I would recommend this book to anyone who asked for a recommendation.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FZJ3HSUGWIZJ?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is a book you just have to read. It's exciting, romantic and mind-blowing at the same time. When I first got the book I couldn't put it down. At all. It's a great investment.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JOQM511SQUD5?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I decided to read this on a whim and I am so glad  that I did. The book was well written and held my interest completely. I can't wait to read the sequel!<br/><br/>I give this book 5 stars.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNDCBWYXHZZ4K?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games [Kindle Edition]	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My wife and I read all three books in Ms. Collins' trilogy. We both liked the plot and character development throughout, although the heroine's perverse stubbornness was annoying on occasion.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRF7TF4NQQU88?ASIN=0439023521	Loved all three books,,, see where she left herself an out for a fourth,,, maybe wishfull thinking	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I see where district 13 with its structured life style will be at logger heads with district 12,,, if she decides to re-create the series,,, I think they r doing it a disservice saying for YA</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SO16RJLA4IR3?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is a perfect sci-fi book about the future of America.  It talks about love, action, suspence, drama, and the will to survive.  A will recommend this book to all of my friends</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VZB66PNU4Z4J?ASIN=0439023521	It's so addictive!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I would recommend this book to everyone who enjoys action and a hint of romance. This book takes so many unexpected turns. Even if you have seen the movie, this is still a great book to read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RG2OZMIDQ1XE?ASIN=0439023521	Good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book when it was first popular. I hated it. But i went and read it again. (I had nothing better to read) after i started it again, i fell in love. This is now one of my favorites.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39C873IAF5FFP?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Could not put this down!! Brilliantly written! I felt like I knew the main character and could imagine being in each setting along side of her. I can't help but to start book two immediately!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36L7K99MKFGJ2?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I just became absorbed in the story and characters, rich involving even with their own language.  Couldn't put the book down.  Read it all in one sitting.  Cannot wait for the next two books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12V1RV9FZFB10?ASIN=0439023521	Lovely	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Gosh, words can't describe how much I love this book!!!!! Amazing writing by Suzanne Collins. Much praise to Katniss and Peeta. Their love in hopeless place keeps me motivated. Thanks Suzanne</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PH9FNXIQWISW?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger Games.is a book that I totally enjoyed .The book is on the kindel therefore I was able to increase letter size to read it .It left me hanging , and encourged me to read the third book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2N5T5A0AJFFOB?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book really brings it all together.  You are able to relate to the other books and the back grounds of the characters.  If you read the other 2, you will resolve everything in this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23SEJV3PYKPH2?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent story, about a post-apocalyptic North America, a cruel punishment that forces kid/teenagers to fight to the death until only one tribute SURVIVES…  can't wait to read the next book!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38W001AID6LA5?ASIN=0439023521	So far real good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I chose this book as it was recommended by many friends. I actually saw the movie in theaters but wanted the part of the story which was left out. I enjoyed  it and was pulled into the story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RAHOW364AEZ3M?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was immediately drawn into ""The Hunger Games."" I love starting a book and feeling the characters right away. I'm off to find Book 2 and the movie. It will be interesting to compare the two.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LMYNEESMLOK6?ASIN=0439023521	Enjoyment	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I fully enjoyed the story and am looking forward to reading the rest of the books. I would recommend this book to anyone... but have to give credit to my daughter for recommending it to me :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTN3IC3ZOVYIY?ASIN=0439023521	Got Me Hooked	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins got me hooked right from the start and I hung on till the very end. It began as a weird premise but it was more than just winning the game, it was how to win it that mattered.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24ORU8WX2UZ0H?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie before I read this book and now I can see that it was a huge mistake. This book blew the movie out of the water. It is a must read because it keeps you on edge the entire time</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QF553X6669B0?ASIN=0439023521	Wowza	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As soon as I finished this book, it took me only seconds to download the next two books in the series. They are so well written and the story line is so bizarre that I could not stop reading.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDG7LJTHCRIRK?ASIN=0439023521	Review of Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was a little slow starting but picked up when the games begin.  The rain days in the forest were a little slow when Peeta was healing slowed hunting.  Overall the book was excellent.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35FOLGB8OP18W?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book captured my interest from the beginning.  It was very easy to read, and moved along at a good pace. I am looking forward to reading the next two books to see how this all plays out.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GCCBAH5W9EVE?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read the book after I watched the movie.  The movie left too many unanswered questions.  The book was a quick and entertaining read.  I finished the entire series very quickly and loved it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2C9BWFPDSQHOK?ASIN=0439023521	original and engaging	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">For a teen novel, this story exhibits lots of different plots and sub-plots. It's an engaging, original, and easy read that will have you reaching for the next installment before you know it.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HENMSB2O6ZMH?ASIN=0439023521	Not just for teens!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book and the two that followed. Grammatically it is an easy read without very many large words, but emotionally it is a roller coaster. It will keep you going until the very end!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21ZTBGTGHVPAD?ASIN=0439023521	Great fun!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed this book series and look forward to the movies.<br/> If you enjoyed ""The Hunger Games"" you will love the book series, ""Psion Beta"" by Jacob Gowans.  Have fun and hold onto your chair!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QKFSGEKWK0BO?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie by far...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had seen the movie, but I always like the books to better than the movie- with a few exceptions. This is true of The Hunger Games.  The movie did not do it justice. It is a very good read.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WO73V4R8MWOT?ASIN=0439023521	AWESOME	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">OMG I can't believe that this is the first time I read this book. It was so amazing. Peeta is my fave ever. All I can say is this is the best book so far and I can't wait to read the others.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31GX5SHQ6ZC32?ASIN=0439023521	Wow...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is a wonderful read and keeps the reader quite intrigued by giving the ability to tap in to the imagination and actually feel they are apart of the storyline. Excited to read more!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13PGQMD3X41AN?ASIN=0439023521	I was curious as I had heard a lot about ...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was curious as I had heard a lot about the book and it was an interesting story but seemed a little bloodthirsty as the ultimate for these games.  It kept my interest and was page turning.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7NG080F0L152?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I would highly recommend this book. Not only does it tell an amazing story, it keeps you hooked throughout the book, and the plot keeps you guessing who is going to be the last one standing.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9QHLTQRBLUPP?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have been putting off reading The Hunger Games for a long time now and I wish I hadn't. The book is excellently written and engages the reader into the story right off the bat. I'm hooked.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2W8U5DONAHV0R?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie and decided to read the book in preparation for the second book and movie. I have truly missed out not being exposed to this series until now. Definitely on my favorite list!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20TXIJ62PRZ6L?ASIN=0439023521	Entertaining for sure!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed the book.  I think the second and third book are even better.  Definitely worth a read especially since I think you can borrow them for free right now in the Kindle Library!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18XP94YQUU9PT?ASIN=0439023521	Love this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Katniss seems so real to me, as well as all the other characters, witch i love. The romance is sizzling and crackling and i can only hope katniss ends up with peeta. On to catching fire!! :)</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RF4K7CJDGIL8K?ASIN=0439023521	Unpredictable, thrilling, depressing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was one of the most amazing books I have ever read. It has a heavy story line and is great for anyone who likes action and adventure. I can't think of a more sad and amazing story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2A2FR0MTGURLV?ASIN=0439023521	great read and amazing writing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't even know how many times I have re-read this book.  And every time I catch something new.  The story is riveting and the characters strong and smart.  This will always be a favorite!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22RRZ15MWE3S7?ASIN=0439023521	Love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This series is just great - its super absorbing and it's a fresh take on dystopias.  The first novel is pretty much the best; it's a a complete story, at least, as compared to the other two.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3843EW9QP2J6M?ASIN=0439023521	Decent book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was a little fantastical and definitely geared toward young adults and teens but it was still a good book.  Far better than the movie in my opinion.  But that's usually how it goes.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSHUM66OU0C92?ASIN=0439023521	Fighters!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is amazing because it makes it seem so real. I love it also because of the imagery it gives you. Please write more series like this! I can't wait to read more of your books soon!!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2L004TO9ANTSX?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was so good! I read it in just three days and only stopped when I had other things to do! This book is way better than the movie and I would recommend it to anyone wanting to read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GTT4ALS4ELWA?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a great and easy book to read! It was a lot of fun and I do recommend it for the family! It has a good story line and there is a twisted twist in the end of the Hunger Games, event.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UZDFHHNILYZ7?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie first, but even though I knew the basic storyline of what happens, I could not stop reading this book to see what happened next!  It was a very exciting and adventurous read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1E9E6J4GE5JZH?ASIN=0439023521	Very Good Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is an amazing book that follows the story of Katniss Everdeen. It is a pretty quick read, but it has an amazing story to it. I'm definatly going to purchase the other two books as well.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5B813SQ5D9I6?ASIN=0439023521	MOST AWESOME BOOK IN THE WORLD	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne your are the most AWESOME author EVER and let me say I am 10 years old and I can be picky about books but the hunger games was the BEST book EVER! I can't wait to read catching fire!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BPG02847JJFF?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book for Teens	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is one of the best series for young adults that has come out in a while.  It is miles better than Harry Potter, anyway.  I also thought it was good as a dystopian science fiction novel.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUDLTT2CTGTXN?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger for more hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm totally beyond the age group of Katniss but I surely can't put the book down. I can't help but awe at the genius and imagination of Suzanne Collins to come up with this incredible story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NN5KPFBOF8SF?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So much better then the movie. Please read on and get the other books which come after this one so you can enjoy the whole story. I sure once you start you won't be able to stop at just one.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3S8HLIMAM421K?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great cover design &amp; fantastic story line. This series is definitely one of my all time favorites! It kept me on the edge of my seat &amp; I fell in love with the characters. I highly recommend!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBVN5XGFQYV57?ASIN=0439023521	Eager for the next book........	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent!  I have never been an avid reader but this book along with my Kindle Fire HD make me want to just read and read.  Getting ready to start the next book in the Hunger Games Trilogy!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TPRZ5RROR48Q?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The challenges of a future world are quite complex. Control by the government of each district is so suppressive and to have a competition such as hunger games as a control is mind boggling.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OAGMED8JI30W?ASIN=0439023521	I love this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is my 2 time reading the hunger games!!! I have to admit I am obsessed with it.It's an action ,drama ,romance, Science fiction, All in 1!!!!! I absolutely LOVE the  "" The Hunger Games""!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24YXIDI1IJEAW?ASIN=0439023521	Good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed it could hardly put it down.  Well written, engaging story, easy to relate characters, and entertaining.  I am not much for reading books because of hype but I would read it again.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CKW0OGBVBVQH?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not put this book down, I read it until it was over! i cannot wait to finish the trilogy! This book was action packed, it kept you on the edge of your seat and kept you wanting more!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24797IIMGX9YE?ASIN=0439023521	great series!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I first read the series because I heard it was recommended for anyone who liked the Twilight Series I was hooked after the first book I just couldn't put the books down it is a great series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1L4IBD1Q3VTDY?ASIN=0439023521	excellant!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie and thought I'd read the book, not disappointed it was brilliant couldn't put it down, would recommend to anyone go buy<br/> and read it, loose yourself in the Hunger games!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15NQI5P9B3LGH?ASIN=0439023521	Way better than the movie.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Watched the movie and wanted to know more. I bought the book read it in two days. Answered some questions, asked some new ones. As with most books turned into movies the book was way better.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R121AD3ZX9R2YP?ASIN=0439023521	Intense and exciting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Interesting, easy read for teens and adults.  Kept me on the edge of my seat.  I felt like I was right there with the characters.  Excellent descriptions of scenery and characters' emotions.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SS7MLBTNSWIR?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was so amazing; I loved it! The story line was so unique and after the first few chapters, I was hooked. I couldn't put it down. I can't wait for the next two books to be released!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RS1M82T204XLE?ASIN=0439023521	Is this literature?  Or a GMO posing as literature?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Maybe it's Scholastic, maybe it's the (semi) inexperienced author, but Hunger Games is a horribly written story full of grammatical and spelling errors.  It goes against the grain of what some of the top selling authors (King, Card, Leonard) suggest on how to write a good, quality story.  Story-the story is wasted in the hands of a poor artist.  If you like 80+% narration, with little dialogue, little action, living in the head of this girl, with light description about important things (the setting, people, etc.), heavy description about meaningless items (what they had for dinner, for example), then THIS book is surely for you.  When a movie is better than the book it was based on, there's a problem.  Never in the history of man has that happened (I jest of course).  But it is the case with Hunger Games.<br/><br/>Save your money and your time and re-read your favorite dystopian novel instead.  Suzanne Collins can only be credited with a pretty good story, a good idea, that generated a good movie (monetarily at least), but will not be credited as a good author.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KQSB9J0RMQ4Y?ASIN=0439023521	One more voice in praise of this novel	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As near perfect as a book can get: a sharp, spunky heroine, well built futuristic reality, suspenseful action, engaging supporting characters, and (best of all from a YA novel) well-written prose. The author does not talk down to her younger readers, nor is it unnecessarily complicated. The dystopian future, while slightly far-fetched (do all the people of District 12, formerly ""Appalachia"", live in such a small area that they can all be on hand in the town square for an event?) is believable enough so that you don't get bogged down too much with trying to figure out the nagging little things about it. You're too swept up in the story, actually. That's really the best thing about this is that it is addictive. I almost literally could not put it down. When trying to engage young readers, this is absolutely your best bet. It's a bonus that adults will be just as intrigued. Okay, now, off to read the next one. (I heartily recommend buying all three at once, because if you don't you're liable to find yourself at Wal-Mart in the middle of the night purchasing sequels.)</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DEO1FO1R2UF5?ASIN=0439023521	Just great!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Started reading and couldn't stop! Even though I've already watched 3 movies from The Hunger Games series I really enjoyed reliving the Games once more. This trilogy is a must for everyone!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5UQLF4ZE3B1P?ASIN=0439023521	Third Time's the Charm	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was my third time attempting to read this book. For me, it didn't get good until 150 pages into it-when the action actually started. I'm excited to continue and finish up this trilogy!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LBQ1GZ2UOJMZ?ASIN=0439023521	Very exciting, leaves you wanting more!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Ms. Collins writes with an ability to make you see the story she's telling. A very interesting story about (the future?) a time when the haves are entertained by the death of the have nots.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VHGIPWR37R0I?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I think it is a story of hope and determination.  I was not distracted by the violence - it was a crucial part of the story.  Maybe children should not read it, but it was a riveting story!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BML1NMX8C0WD?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">There is probably no point in reviewing this book because its success speaks for itself. Still, I read it after a friend's recommendation and it surprised me for good. A very good dystopia.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2234JEJ8YEJD7?ASIN=0439023521	I really like this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was fast paced and kept me very interested in finding out what would happen to Peeta and Katniss.  I liked it the most because the story line was unique and like nothing I had ever read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19D0IBC97QF0R?ASIN=0439023521	Love It	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was not sure about this for my students, but after I read it I decided it would make a great group read.  I guided them through it because some of it was a little rough.  We all loved it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1X2JKJDFJEYRU?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As we all know, the book is always better than the movie. I would recommend reading the book and watching the movie. This shipment arrived on time and the buying transaction was easy.Thanks</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZFF2J40U1CQQ?ASIN=0439023521	Great Young Adult Fiction	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Twists in the plot kept me hooked and not wanting to put the book down. As a professional working with youth, I keep up with what they are reading. This book was enjoyable and entertaining.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3A5LSDGET50OA?ASIN=0439023521	awsome book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is very intriguing. I loved the movie but the book is so much better and is a must read! Especially if you liked the twilight books. Can't wait to read the second and third books.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QK7APFF7H5UX?ASIN=0439023521	great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read, better than the movies as books always are. Creative yet familiar dystopian world, but her politics and the government structure are a tab rudimentary and exaggerate archetypes.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30NFU8JONV15Q?ASIN=0439023521	Jaw dropping	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A wonderful masterpiece of writing!  The plot kept me going and also the action and romance!! The futuristic view of the book was frighteningly real. To sum it up I LOVED the hunger games!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UUWU7BZC82IO?ASIN=0439023521	Now I want to read the book...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I did not go to see this movie in the theater, and now I regret that decision. While still somewhat predictable, I was swept away into the storyline and enjoyed the ride the movie provided.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QG87EM36AFR2?ASIN=0439023521	Triumph of the spirit	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Another strong young female character overcoming odds that are against her in this tale of an imaginary US after some type of apocalypse that leaves one region dominant over all the others.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTAI4SJO8OXAU?ASIN=0439023521	Great story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a good story. I just wish she went into more detail. It felt like there were times I was lost in her writing. She would go into great depth with one topic then plow through the rest.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKDDSGXN33MT2?ASIN=0439023521	Great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I picked up the book after watching the movie, not disappointed at all. Great story can't wait to start reading book two, I will  definitely recommend it and make all of my friends read it.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGYWY7Q8FZ04C?ASIN=0439023521	Very intriguing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The creativity and imagination it took to make this book is exquisite. There were a few moments where I wish it would have been a little less predictable though. Looking forward  to book 2.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JPCIB1QIAAF9?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is addicting.  Causing this reader to loose sleep, be late for work, and not keep relationships together.  If you want your life to fall apart pick up this book and start reading.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1T8J316XD39G5?ASIN=0439023521	Very captivating	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">From the start of reading this book I never wanted to put the book down, at the I felt as if I were there and could really visualize what was going on, I can't wait to read the other books.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SV6LDARW649T?ASIN=0439023521	Sceptical at first.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was actually pretty impressed with this book. I was hooked from the beginning and just couldn't put it down. Will definitely read it again and I can't wait to read the rest of the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JZZX7MU3URP1?ASIN=0439023521	Very good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read thus book only after watching the movie, which I really enjoyed, and found the book so very close to the movie thar I was shocked. I liked the book as much as or more than the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UR26RYYKQPZ5?ASIN=0439023521	Very compelling book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book.  My 20 year old son had seen the movie, and from his description I was intrigued.  The author kept me wanting to see what happens next.  This was a hard to put down read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YHDHS3248K0U?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't stop reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was captivating. I couldn't stop reading. I can't wait to read the next book. I would recommend this book to anyone who likes a good story that keeps you on the edge of your seat.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRTXDH7LDP82P?ASIN=0439023521	Enjoyable	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Enjoyed the book. Well written and you really get attached to the characters. The second 2 got a little cutty at some points. Transitions from some points to another were a little confusing</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R134ZPF73RSJIA?ASIN=0439023521	great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Didn't think I would like a book with killing, but it kept your attention else where. After reading the book watched the movie. It did not explain enough. Can't wait to start the next book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZL4CYXZDKFGC?ASIN=0439023521	Read before you watch the movie!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought this was a great book, incorporating some interesting ideas. It is certainly a riveting, quick and easy read and covers some important parts which the movie seemed to have missed.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29NA7GASYVZMQ?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games whet my appetite for more!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wanted to ""keep up"" with my grand-children so I read the book and loved it! Now we are discussing the redeeming themes in the story, such as self-sacrifice, love of family, and team work.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZJHPBPUIP7UX?ASIN=0439023521	Absolutely Great Book!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was hooked almost immediately after I started reading the Hunger Games! I'm not an avid reader, but this book definitely grabbed my interest and I can't wait to finish reading the series!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Q2JCDJMG7RD3?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games for adults	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wanted to know what all the hype was about The Hunger Games, since the movie came out. So I purchased the book, I really enjoyed it, so much so I ordered the second book in the series's .</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IW8228A4JV4J?ASIN=0439023521	None	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book made my childhood the best.being a kid who LOVES reading this out of all books takes the cake the icing and the cherry on top! suzanne hit the nail on the head with this one!  :D</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIF40KUD99Z03?ASIN=0439023521	review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is amazing.. i was barely able to put it down after i started reading. i highly recommend  this book and the other 2 of this series. the  author of this book has done a great job</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R72GR1S0OU0PX?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I chose this rating because, this is my favourite book about far and I loved everything about it. I would recommend this book to my best friend, I think she would love it as much as I did.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13XE4FOLRGRAS?ASIN=0439023521	Can't wait to start Book two	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Unlike most of the free world,I have not seen the movie yet. Looking forward to reading the other two books before too many details from the movies come out.  Loved the ending to this one!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3Q924FFL3J3UK?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing and excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book has so much detail and excellent word choice. It is an exciting read full of heart stopping moments. I definitely would recommend this book to anyone who like action and romance.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3H0SILV55ZQIU?ASIN=0439023521	Great movie and book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Saw movie first then decided to read the book and was not disappointed.  I was fun to see movie then reading the book was like knowing the characters then finding out more info about them.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWP6OSN6BMXIH?ASIN=0439023521	May the Odds Be Ever in YOUR Favorrrr	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Such a terrific series to get hooked on.  Although some would say, children killing other children is not such a good plot line.  However fighting against an evil, so called government is.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3095M2TXNHSUX?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great book! I was worried about reading The Hunger Games because the plot sounded a little morbid, but the writing was phenomenal! Would definitely recommend this book to anyone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DEF0TVH525QJ?ASIN=0439023521	great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wasn't sure I would enjoy the book considering I had already seen the movie but I really liked the book and it answered all my questions about the movie. Can't wait to start the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RH8NK65Z75RUB?ASIN=0439023521	Great book but...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is a great book but I do not recommend it to kids under the age of 11. It has a surprising ending and it has a lot of scary details for little kids. But overall, it is my favorite book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VQBA5V951FXT?ASIN=0439023521	OMG BOOK!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is an amazing book for almost all ages! Around ages 11 and up... this is a breath taking novel! It's a must read! If you like the book watch the movie. I guarantee you'll log  it!!!:)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24YBOON1L2Q0J?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was great. I watched the movie first, and was sure the book would be better, as they always are. I was not disappointed! I can't wait to read the next two before they are movies.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R199Y1OZBW6EPB?ASIN=0439023521	Extremely well written	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book and the series were extremely well written, creative, &amp; very thought-provoking.<br/><br/>Pretty gory killing off so many children, but I'm glad the hero/heroine conquered evil.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R138X56DJSF37R?ASIN=0439023521	Must Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was so wrapped up in the story it was done in a day! An Amazing plot and vivid characters.<br/>lord of the flies meets the future with underlying ethical questions that stirr ones mind.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZM7A7EDD99UK?ASIN=0439023521	Such a great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had many friends tell me how great this book was but I wasn't sure it was something I would really like. I decided to take a chance on reading it and I'm glad I did. It was a great book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGJJGXUOIDZBN?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed the movie but I have to say that this book is ten times better. I was completely mesmerized by the hunger games and its futuristic characters. Can't wait to read the rest!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2D3JNXZB09LUA?ASIN=0439023521	Love Kindle!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Everything was as expected.  Timely delivery, great condition, worked as prescribed.  If you question this product or this particular vendor, sleep easy.  They are great!  Thanks again! -w</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3D8I9E4G3DTAJ?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was definitely the best book I've ever read. I love how it's full of action and adventure with a little hint of romance. I would recommend this book to the youth and adults everywhere</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GXHM2H97G8AU?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie..it was good...however a lot of info was left out. But that is understandable due to time constraints. Very easy to read. Looking forward to reading the rest of the series.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3II8RS6QETJMZ?ASIN=0439023521	It is a great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is awesome.<br/>And this paperback print by Scholastic is the best.<br/>I was looking for the Catching Fire with paperback by Scholastic but I could not<br/>find it on Amazon.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WNMP0Y4AOGRN?ASIN=0439023521	Great Trilogy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't stop reading this book, even bought the next two books before finishing this one. Looking forward to eventually viewing the movie - yet, I strongly recommend reading this first!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDLDU6L6QFNW5?ASIN=0439023521	Love, love, love	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought and read this book after seeing the movie, so glad I did.  Although I enjoyed the movie, the book was better.  Read it in a matter of days, and had the whole series read in weeks.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNBSMKNFB6C5X?ASIN=0439023521	very entertaining	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie and the premise intrigued me. The movie was good but left thinking how much better the story would of been if it wasn't made PG13. The book didnt disappoint in that regard.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1T9WAFR7CQH28?ASIN=0439023521	Very good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book grabs your interest from the start! Very good!  The characters are interesting. I like how they are connected and how this causes conflicts in mind and the game they need to win.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQW6RS29S7LGP?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games Trilogy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Riveting and spell binding - I am almost finished the third book and cannot stop reading, so have finished them all too quickly! I have not watched the movie yet, but now cannot wait to...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RY0YBVF2G6M0B?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved every bit of this book. So much detail, pulled you right in, believing every moment. You feel for the  characters and can put yourself right next to them. The imagery is fantastic!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RA21KLSBOYC01?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I highly recommend NOT reading this book unless you are prepared to read the trilogy.<br/>Intriguing and at times horrific, I was hooked within a few pages. If you enjoyed 1984 its a must</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1S5MAHTSG388R?ASIN=0439023521	Page-turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Sucks you in and holds you there with great character development and a believable look at what could easily have happened in medieval times, albeit on a different scale and technology...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SIDDLJMNAF5L?ASIN=0439023521	Reading the books after the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I usually like to read the book before seeing the movie but it didn't happen in this case. The book was good. Kept my attention and makes me want to start in on the next book immediately.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RU6BX3ODRQIQ4?ASIN=0439023521	I enjoyed the Hunger Games even though it was not in ...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed the Hunger Games even though it was not in the genre of books I generally read.  It held my attention.  His portrayal of the characters was quite good....Thanks for a good read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PZA6M2X0YIZR?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games Excellent!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved all of the Hunger Games Books.Great Trilogy. Although terrifying to think if we ever lived in such a world with such horrible games! As always, the books are better than the movies!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FOUU6HTII0W9?ASIN=0439023521	Oh My GLOB!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is on  of the  best books I have ever read!!!<br/><br/>I didn't dislike any of it! I loved every second of it!!!!!! I recommend this book do people ages 10- 130. It's just so good!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VE7ZX1HY3TE0?ASIN=0439023521	Great story!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The story and concepts were great! How often do we find ourselves in katniss's position. All the time however I didn't give 5 stars because some of the grammar was really awkward to read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1D0L53EJCZQ82?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book kept me engaged throughout the entire story.  I saw the movie first, then read the book.  The fact that I got to borrow it for free due to my Prime membership was an added bonus.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KOUUAP0V3VGG?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the book, It was riveting and gripping and kept you turning page after page and ignoring your own daily routines. I took every excuse to read to see what was going to happen next.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R390J6MERTPE2Q?ASIN=0439023521	Outstanding!!!!!! I love it!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was amazing..so suspenseful...you never know what's gonna happen next!!!! I love love love it!!! And you can find little ways to connect and know what the characters are feeling</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HIHIEK1Z7XYB?ASIN=0439023521	Good, not great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Given all the hype about the Hunger Games series, I expected more. Maybe my expectations were too high. The story is good and well told, but it didn't come close to knocking my socks off.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHI21KZSSP6KF?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Could not stand to close my lap-top I was so engrossed !!! One of the best books I've ever read. I'm now reading Catching Fire the second in the trilogy. will let you know what I think!!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1V09HZ7S22JGT?ASIN=0439023521	This book is  amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book, it is totally worth the five star rating because it is well written and very close to the movie so if you loved the movie check the book out. You won't be disappointed.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9C7TPAMK80RH?ASIN=0439023521	The cool but booming book is difficult and expensive diarrhea	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">lord of the rings online mines is not a bad day for you guys<br/>I don't know what you up to today and tomorrow night at the moment but I don't know what you up at work and run it by now</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R357DF6VAB6S1P?ASIN=0439023521	Good fast read :)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A page turner. Even though the concept is a little hard to swallow it kept me engaged the whole way and I had to buy the next 2 books rapidly afterwards. It's dangerous having a Kindle :)</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CHJA7ZI691MA?ASIN=0439023521	Surprisingly good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't have high hopes for this book before I read it. I thought the idea of a tournament to kill children repulsive. However the author did a good job of writing such a sensitive idea.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JKTL030YEOAI?ASIN=0439023521	excellent story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Enjoyed this book alot.  Told well, considering the subject matter it really makes you think about how you would handle yourself if placed in this situation.  Can't wait to read the next.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RPAFGVNOW1B4?ASIN=0439023521	Loved this!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book.  The best of the trilogy, and so good it made me charge forward to read the other two.  I know it is listed as a ""Young Adult"" fiction, but I really enjoyed it.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SN7DO1HYRSHF?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Without going much into detail, this is a great book. I downloaded the sample and was instantly hooked by the first couple of pages so I bought it and it was worth it. Strongly recommend.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBV1NRL5QFSLO?ASIN=0439023521	Well, It's not Twilight!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">An interesting view of a timeless dystopian future, of a State run amok, thinking that it has the power &amp; right to control it's citizens anyway it chooses.  I can't wait to start Book OK.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2EKEG114FEFPA?ASIN=0439023521	GREAT BOOK!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book. Awesome plot, very suspenseful. I couldn't put it down and finished the whole series in a matter of days. If you are ordering this book, make sure you order the other 2!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSQ9TDTR45NTW?ASIN=0439023521	A Very Good Story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this book especially after seeing the movie. The story flowed from page to page and held my interest throughout the entire book. The ending was sort of a surprise though.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROG6BG7RWSSEM?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I chose this rating because I thought it was a great book. I liked how the book had romance, adventure, action and much more. I recommend it to anyone because I know that they'll love it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R359DXLUKW09UN?ASIN=0439023521	Cannot put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book has gripped me from the very beginning.  I it is in fathomable to even think that this could even happen in today's time or in ancient times.  Very creative - can't put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RM9X6MMWRWN2H?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was my first Kindle purchase.  It has been years since I had time for recreational reading and I couldn't put it down.  I saw the film on a whim, but really, really enjoyed the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BVMC1J719YS4?ASIN=0439023521	Use this in my classroom	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love that on my Kindle I can highlight protions of the text and even look up the part of speech and definitions and it realtes to the context of the sentence. I display this on my ELMO.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WHQTX9PB8MFQ?ASIN=0439023521	Review!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Not a bad book, but kind of a worn concept (see Battle Royal). I read the whole book, but lost all interest in the story at the ending. Didn't even bother reading the rest of the trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GZ7ZXAEMW8J2?ASIN=0439023521	What a cliff hanger	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't think I put this book down once. I read it through in one sitting, mayyybe two. I've read this book over several times and it still captivates and surprises me, it's a great read.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RD6ETE4T8NB1J?ASIN=0439023521	HUNGER GAMES ROCK	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best book of the century. Collins writes yet another page turner filled with details. I loved The Hunger Games and am reading Catching Fire while literally sitting on the edge of my seat.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19VT3599EVBJZ?ASIN=0439023521	Great reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A very interesting story.  I think the characters are very likeable.  The twist and turns keep you in suspense through out the entire book.  It's a book you have a hard time putting down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2V7WZDAAEZ1YR?ASIN=0439023521	Wow	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was excellent and constantly keep you wanting more. Can't wait to read the next book. She was able to turn this adventure into a romance, on pin and needles to see what happens.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPX3MUIFK194P?ASIN=0439023521	Addictive!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie before I started to read the series, and I must say, while I felt the book had a different ""feel"" to it (for lack of a better term), I really enjoyed this book. :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JF64AYZX7MN3?ASIN=0439023521	Real page turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read, once I started, I just couldn't stop!<br/><br/>Great suspense, very well described. The characters had a sense of realism that one usually does not find in works of fiction.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OWQ88KIE5I1Q?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I totally loved this book, I would recommend this book to anyone who loves action with a little love story not just for women but men too. This book deserves five stars one word, AWESOME!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQ3H53WF4BI6V?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is a great read, lots of action and drama. I would recommend this book to everyone to read, also watch the movie it is just a little different from the book. Steal really a great read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31AESV0GA9I4T?ASIN=0439023521	very detailed and well written	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">when i read the first hundred pages it got me hooked to want to read the whole thing. suzaan collins is a good writer and hope she makes more gripping books realavent to the hunger games.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GXGUQZYYCPCL?ASIN=0439023521	Brutal but Loved it!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am the least fan of violence but this book has so many other layers that I could not put it down.<br/>Read all three books back to back in a week and a half. Well written and engaging.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39YFDGW73GKT2?ASIN=0439023521	One of the best books i've read lately!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very well written and completely grabs one's attention from the first to the last page! The story is a very enjoyable futurist adventure, presented with a compelling beady-eyed intensity.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRBH55HWPAKND?ASIN=0439023521	I haven't slept in days!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is an excellent read!!  I have read all three books in a week and I am not a fast reader.  I just choose not to sleep because I have to know what will happen next.  LOVE THESE BOOKS!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R181B8ML6EHE1K?ASIN=0439023521	loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed this book from beginning to end, quick read also.  I found it easy to understand and a bit violent for young readers,  I'd say 12 and over. I was stoked when the movie came out.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VJFK2O92F4MK?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book is absolutely better than the movie, but that is nothing new.  Suzanne Collins certainly deserves the praise she gets. It did not disappoint even after watching the movie first.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YL4POLY08ZT4?ASIN=0439023521	awesome, captivating and left me wanting more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I usually read books before I watch the movie but it was the reverse with this one. Loved it even more than the movie. It was captivating and kept me on the edge of my seat. Well done...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRQGMSCST8XC2?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i thought that the hunger games was a thrilling, sad and was hard to put down. kids fighting for their lifes seemed scary but grea to read! sue put alot of effort into writing this book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RZ59B33CME3Z?ASIN=0439023521	I'm hooked...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I swore to myself that I wouldn't get sucked into this series, but my daughter started reading it and I decided it was something we could do together. I can't wait to read the next book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1S10NKRQPCTFJ?ASIN=0439023521	loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">But who doesn't love the hunger games series?!I read the trilogy and really enjoyed each book immensely. Not surprised they made the movies! Excellent writing, well described situations.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38XLDBS9H6Z7V?ASIN=0439023521	The Book Beats The Movie - As They Say	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked the movie so decided to read the 2nd and 3rd versions after seeing the 1st on the big screen. This book is written really well and just offers details you can't get from a movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HPVTX6AS9QFO?ASIN=0439023521	An amazing story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It seems unreal that someone can think up a storyline which means kids get killed yet you still want to read it.  I loved this book and thought it was amazing.  Katniss deserves a medal!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3A12L8PT6VG6J?ASIN=0439023521	Unexpected.  Didn't know it would appeal to anyone besides the youngsters among us.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Gripping!  Couldn't put it down.  Now I'm hooked and ready to read the next installment.  I expected pure fantasy and was surprised with possible reality of life in our country's future.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUGOMKEE97K5Y?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">even though the movie was great the book far exceeded my hopes.  the story was more suspenseful and drew me in immediately.  well developed and well written. can't wait for the next one.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GAL6OSQTE5QW?ASIN=0439023521	a really good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Exciting and with some very interesting ideas, although the setting, the world in the book, is an improbable and too- weird place. Definitely worth picking up, and very hard to put down!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CPHECDF1J02M?ASIN=0439023521	Wow	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put this book down, it was fantastic. It was so well written and I could imagine every aspect of the story at every point, like a vivid movie in my head. Definitely recommend.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2EG08GWIRSDUU?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Although i watched the movie beforehand the book was even better. The few changes they had made in the movie seem minor still, but the book and the movie are great separate and together.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SWRUUJGHSWR4?ASIN=0439023521	Surprisingly Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't think I would like reading about children killing children, but I couldn't turn the pages fast enough to see what was going to happen next!  I will read the rest in this series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ABLFTHDT826O?ASIN=0439023521	Kept my interest	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Once I finally got into the book, I didn't want to put it down. I saw the movie first, so I enjoyed everything in the book that the movie did not include. Can't wait to read the sequels!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33LI7WW403GKO?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a fabulous book.  I have read it at least 4 times and have watched the movie 3 times.  Suzanne Collins is a great author and this book is a great start to the series.  Love it!!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R254BKZN08XARI?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">THE WORLD PLAY FOR THIS BOOK IS GREAT! READING IT MADE ME FEEL LIKE I WAS IN THE ACTUAL GAMES MYSELF! COULDN'T STOP READING CAN'T WAIT TO CONTINUE ON THE ON THE JOURNEY WITH THE 2&amp;3 BOOK</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2E75XQCQDYHVH?ASIN=0439023521	Number1	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book started it all.  I watched the movie first and was drawn in.  My fave book since the Harry Potter books.  I also love female heroines!  Katniss rates right up there with Mulan!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NT46OKRSNIOO?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games is Incredibly!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is so different from the movie Hunger Games, from the beginning to the end. I would recommend this book to someone who likes adventurous and action books with a bit of romance.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9O5Z39IT2DKF?ASIN=0439023521	Truly amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Friends have telling me to read this book for some time so I finally decided to read it and I couldn't put it down. Loved the characters and the story. Can't wait to read the next one :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TNFCMU5Q29U5?ASIN=0439023521	Great Movie, the Book is great too!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book is great, it is definitely better is some aspects that the movie because you get more information/history with the book than you do the movie.  The book is really well written!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QVAPH3RU9GXL?ASIN=0439023521	My Daughter really wanted this	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My Daughter watched all of this series but the last book was not yet made into a movie. I got it to see what it was like. These are good action stories without out objectionable material</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2G3SRG0GUUZUE?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a really good book. It took me a while to read this book cause I had school and work but once I got to the summer, I finished it immediately and bought the second and third one.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35K2KAZ20HLMQ?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Gamea	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book it's very nice when done reading the book I told my mom we should watch the movie she said sure why not and we loved I hope they make a second movie for the second book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HTHLHPK3VQCU?ASIN=0439023521	Reading hunger for the Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins did a great job of keeping the reader guessing what was happening next in this story. She weaves the story with interesting characters and an intriguing plot. I liked it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NRCA5JJ7XUB8?ASIN=0439023521	I didn't like the movie...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am so glad I read the book!  All the movies I see after I have read the book never live up to my imagination or the writer's talent.  I really enjoyed reading all three in this series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ML673I8LLC40?ASIN=0439023521	Book is better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie, then decided to read the book.  I was hooked and read the entire trilogy and wasn't disappointed in the least.  Even for a 'kids' series, I truly enjoyed it as an adult.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R54PH5M3J06ZJ?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was amazing and I don't like to read but this book will having you want to go on and on .... it's nothing like the movie it's so much better  can't wait to read the next one!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1EYH7UNXUD0ND?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This story reads in a way that keeps you side by side with each moment.  And has an addicting flow that keeps you reading. I really  enjoyed this book. And now I'm going to start book 2!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QBMOKIBUO6MQ?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I  couldn't put this book down, so descriptive I could see the environment the games took place. I was hard not to become emotional throughout the book. I'm eager to begin the next book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QJIKXO7OQBJV?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games the book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Even though I saw the movie version first, the story was intense with an excellent mix of emotion as I read the book.  I only regret that I read it in just a few days and it is finished.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VBCC8EWT54DX?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a story primarily focused on the selfish killing of others in very explicit ways, described in details that are dark and disturbing and diminish the value of both love and life.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RLA9I16S8JDR?ASIN=0439023521	Dramatic and heart pounding	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I think the hunger games is very breath taking and so is the movie I would recommend this book to people who like action or adventure or if you just enjoy amazing and breathtaking books.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1EP4GED57W5OC?ASIN=0439023521	I could not put this book down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The thought of a government putting on games like this is not so UNBELIEVABLE.  The world today is in such a state that something similar seems entirely possible in the future.  SCARY!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1F1DA3VC0G479?ASIN=0439023521	awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put this book down. So many unexpected twists and turns, right up to the end. The hunger games seems so brutal and barbaric..... but not entirely impossible even in our world.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R365EPH7H0ARYB?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read, awesome verbal graphics, realistic characters, frightening prophetic in today's current climate, can't wait to read next book, e book great, can access anywhere on any device</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R266XOOJ1AE8AA?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A friend suggested that I read this and I thought nah, not my type of book.  I haven't been able to put it down for a minute!  Very strange but compelling. Can't wait for the next one!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OR0P2QQ50S00?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is an action packed book filled with amazing characters, breathtaking moments, and sad deaths in allys. The Hunger Games is a great book to read for young adult readers.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQEXL347GSUEG?ASIN=0439023521	Entertaining for all age groups	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie being advertised and thought I'd read the book before seeing the movie.  I enjoyed the action; it's not just for teenagers.  I am starting the 2nd book of the series now.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25KLCREU42C5L?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic Trilogy!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a really fantastic first book to an enthralling trilogy. Simple reading for the commute to Uni, not a challenging read but entertaining from start to finish. Recommend this one!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZYTZ0XLX8UB6?ASIN=0439023521	HOME RUN	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As one reviewer put it, ""You've got to hand it to Collins: No one can plot a fantasy novel like her. Nobody... She creates believable, likable and riveting characters, ridiculously addictive survival scenarios and a rich world to boot. If you aren't up until 4 a.m. finishing this thing, you're a corpse.""<br/><br/>The premise for the series is familiar to those of us who watched grainy, black and white, sci-fi TV when we were kids: Think Spartacus meets Rollerball meets The Lottery. In a grim, futuristic world, children are randomly chosen, a boy and a girl from each district, to compete in games to the death.<br/><br/>Collins tells a great story, without getting bogged down in the pathos of the situation. This leads many edge-of-their seat readers to second guess themselves, and to think, ""Hey, wait a minute."" about the basic concept. Truth is, the Hunger Games is a story (well, the trilogy is actually 3 stories). A fictitious story. If you were able to suspend reality long enough to finish the book(s), then you cant cry Foul after the score has been counted.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R333FJ0Q9V3GDH?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Even after having seen the movies prior and knowing basically how the book would end, this was a gripping and tense thriller that inspired more mixed emotions than the movie ever could.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SYS48SGNNN7Q?ASIN=0439023521	good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Much better than the movie. Collins did not dwell on the technology, but was skillful in representing the background as a futuristic dystopia. Looking forward to the rest of the series!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ID79TXHAWQ0E?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the book it was adventurous and romantic. I would recommend the book to anyone. I cannot wait to read the catching fire book. The star rating I would give it is a 5 star rating.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IO6TTQLKXK3W?ASIN=0439023521	Poetic masterpiece !	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of the most incredible writers of our time every page is a poetic masterpiece! From the minute I picked it up I could not stop reading it. I defininatly recommend this to everyone .</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NVFHKMPRAG4A?ASIN=0439023521	This is cool	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I LOVE THIS BOOK<br/>I love this book so much<br/>jsjsjsnjsndbdnd see Klein Deutsche gg f2f ssh dc by tree rd xxx ch uhh f2f f2f unit get vBulletin h f2f tv hi putting uhh c.f. tv f2f</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVU0VGVXFZEZK?ASIN=0439023521	Yea	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this after I saw the movie. I enjoyed them both very much. But, I liked the book more.  Glad I didn't read it before I saw the movie or I would've been disappointed in the movie.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTH7RLV6E8QQ?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't stop reading. It was packed with adventure and makes you think about other trapped by government dictatorship. Reminded me of the first time I read Firestarter  Stephen King.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CAYAF2M8TLJJ?ASIN=0439023521	Very good beginning to a very good series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This series of stories is well written. Easy to read, almost conversational, very descriptive. The story is well thought out and detailed. As mentioned, it's not just for young readers.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KNEZBDRJWOP4?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love the whole series. Grandkids wanted to see the movie but I wanted to read the book before I decided if they could and so far it's pretty clean so I guess we will head to the movies.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5M49BYOASASH?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing.!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Everyone should read this.!! I love it.!! I've watched the movie, but the book is way better.!! Take a little time out of your day to read it.!! You won't regret it.!! I know I didn't.!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BG88WIVHPALZ?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book had me hooked from the beginning. I can't wait to start the next book! Much better than the movie, so much was changed or left out  in the movie which was a bit disappointing.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSK42QL16RSFV?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A Winter's Tale seen through the eyes of The Long Walk; lonely, angry, and oddly exciting.  A fantastic dystopian future, the words have stayed with me each time I set it down to sleep.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29NO8E8M0SI7N?ASIN=0439023521	Love the book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Its so captivating and i never want to stop reading. Reading this also helped me understand the movie more...noticing things i didn't see before..  Can't wait to star Catching Fire!! :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22LZVC8ZD5530?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I Love the story and the kindle version is as good as always has been.<br/>Can't wait for the next book.<br/>The only thing i dislike is that there's no spanish versión for the kindle</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJT3O6EQ2YFXP?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie first, the book was so much better. I don't really read to often because I don't like books  with so much detail that I skip ahead. This one was perfect. Excellent read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JRH0JKNGKGVC?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've seen the movie and now I've read the book. I loved the book and the series. Can't wait to read the other two and to watch the movies when they come out. Couldn't put the book down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31BZ92OXMKMHH?ASIN=0439023521	Almost like true life	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The way we as humans have become this is a great book to get a new view on life. You can still feel compassion even when we are at our worst moments in life. This book has many lessons.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KN5MHHDQFKL?ASIN=0439023521	Caught off guard	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was not expecting this book to be so good. I'm not a fan of twilight or Harry Potter . I thought this was going to be in the same  category. I was wrong. I couldn't put the book down.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RL8Q1ARTVH3HU?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it Down!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was amazing! As descriptive and addicting as Harry Potter! Danger,suspense,love,future,and family all in one! A peek into a futuristic land and its survival at so many levels.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GBTCQPC2XG1?ASIN=0439023521	Just could not stop.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Was hoping to do some light reading at night but ending up reading till 5am in the morning two nights in a row.  And now that I finished book one, I already want to start on book two...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TFHIUXJ98FER?ASIN=0439023521	I rate this book five stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I rate it five stars for its action and excitement. Suzanne Collins did a wonderful job at writing this exciting book with Katniss and Peeta trying to escape president snows evil hands.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GCB4LK7SAO3O?ASIN=0439023521	Much better than I thought	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book just reassured why I always read the book before bidding by what others say. It surpassed all my expectations very well written and easily understood appropriate for all ages.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24Y5F0392F846?ASIN=0439023521	Love this series!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This series is beautifully written, thoughtfully paced, and edge-of-your-seat exciting. I love it that it's gone on to be a series of movies. The story translates very nicely to movies.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WGONX94ZGFF2?ASIN=0439023521	Honestly not bad at all	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was interested in the story because the movie was so interesting.  I am happy to report that the book was not only better, of course, but worth reading.<br/><br/>And yes, rereading.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MUW22CR2GREE?ASIN=0439023521	devoured this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i heard about this book from some members at the gym where i work. I thought it wouldn't be good because its a teen book....Boy was i wrong. This book is amazing. I couldn't put it down</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OBMJ43NMBQTA?ASIN=0439023521	epic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book so much. My favorite part is when they come out with the chariot and are on fire. The main character is Katniss. I loved this book and you will too!I hope you get this.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PV1RLMGZD6WR?ASIN=0439023521	my favorite book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">the hunger games is a awe dropping book that is so different. i could not put the book down. i read it in three hours. it is the best book ever. if you have not read it you need to now.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11SXARBJC2KPF?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Game Fever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The first Hunger Games book is perhaps the best in my opinion. It is a great mix of action and romance with even some comedy. It is easy to read and keeps you entertained the whole time</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33BR4YC58NI0O?ASIN=0439023521	favorite	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was so good that I spent an entire day of my vacation in bed reading it.  It was exactly what I'd been looking for in a book, and I cannot wait for the next one to come out.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OHR12HYTL7Z9?ASIN=0439023521	Warning: Once you start reading this book you may not be able to put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I received the whole Hunger Games series as a Christmas present and I was finished with them in the first week of the New Year. The first book is, in my opinion, the best. Generally in any series whether books, movies or both, the first is the best and the Hunger Games is no exception. I picked up the book on December 27 and the only reason that I put it down was because I had to get some sleep! Suzanne Collins knows how to get the reader right into the story. Almost any book starts out with an introduction that gets the reader interested in the story and gives a general description that introduces the characters. The Hunger Games does this but right in the first chapter you feel all these emotions for the characters even though they haven't had a chance to develop throughout the story. Collins dives right in and gets you hooked! The Hunger Games is not a book for the faint of heart and it can be a bit gruesome at times, but that combined with the wonderful characters, plot line and imagery makes for one of the best books I've ever read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5LHUHTSSVFUD?ASIN=0439023521	OMG Yes.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Of course, I know that there's always something new to be written. But sometimes it seems like everything has been done and so many books are just re-tellings of others. The Hunger Games completely shocked me. It took me to a world I never even imagined in the slightest. A world that is actually incredibly possible at some point in our future.<br/><br/>It's the kind of book I don't want to give too much away on because part of the pleasure of it came to me from being totally surprised non-stop. I went into this book having absolutely no idea what it was about and being a bit apprehensive about it since it was labeled ""young adult."" But I'm so, so happy I read it.<br/><br/>Katniss Everdeen is the perfect heroine and a character you'll be cheering for non-stop. Just make sure you set aside some time to finish this book. I stayed up until 4 a.m. literally unable to put the book down. I kept telling myself ""5 more pages,"" only to keep reading. It's that good.<br/><br/>Just read it. It's quick and will take your mind to a whole new world. Very much worth it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PX75Q5WX2FSY?ASIN=0439023521	Exciting Coming of Age story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent youth story about responsibility and privilege, love and taking action. Katniss proves that even In the most desperate situations one doesn't have to give in to helplessness.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2V11QTIZHWJFZ?ASIN=0439023521	it was needed for a lower level intensive writing course that I needed to finish my degree and I was happy to find it at a fair	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Personally, I didn't care for this book. However, it was needed for a lower level intensive writing course that I needed to finish my degree and I was happy to find it at a fair price.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IIXZA982O1LP?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book has inspired me to read more. I loved it so so much! I used to think reading was boring, but when I read The Hunger Games, all I wanted to do was read! Thanks Suzane Collins!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMCUC0YCX8Z7M?ASIN=0439023521	BEST BOOK EVER!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the best book I have ever read!!! It is indescribably perfect!!! I am in love with the characters and the story!<br/>I would suggest this book to anyone eleven years or older.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19LL7R4V5741C?ASIN=0439023521	AWESOME	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is a pageturne. It is like a thrill ride that gets better and better by the second. I would highly recommend this book for all of those readers who like a good exciting book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WJ6XAFEP5XMZ?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book because it had just the right amount of gruesomeness, which made it exciting. I recommend this book to anyone. EXCEPT if you can't stand the fact of blood and death:)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXCN103J5VJG7?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My daughter read it last year and now my 5th grader is reading it.  He can not put the book down.<br/><br/>Once you read this one, you will want to read Catching Fire and Mockingjay.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R392NQLI616R7M?ASIN=0439023521	Great Bood	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is an awesome book.  Better than the movie and keeps your attention.  This was bought as a gift and the guy I got it for loved it as well.  It arrived before Christmas as ordered.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28E8SY0KDKGVC?ASIN=0439023521	Very Pleased	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this series and unfortunately I loaned my copy out and it was never returned! I am super excited to own the book again and be able to read the series again from start to finish!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28UWSJ29DYVGH?ASIN=0439023521	LOVE.LOVE.LOVE.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could hardly put it down! a definite page turner, I can't wait to continue the captivating series. if you are looking for a good read .. you found one, and this book will change you.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OYSPNEK47P2B?ASIN=0439023521	good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a grate book I would request my mom reading this book I like it because it would change on every page it was just great in all<br/>I would tell anybody to read The Hunger Games</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1J2CD8HH7D0VP?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Watching the movie then reading the book made me think that<br/>I would be upset with the book not following but for the most part I felt like I was reading the script from the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RN0CLCURHTMKV?ASIN=0439023521	Outstanding book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I first heard of the book I immediately started reading. It was one of the best books I've ever read. If I had to grade it on a scale of one to ten it would with no doubt be a 10.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17HEZDVNZN2W0?ASIN=0439023521	Wow!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not put this book down and I can't wait to read this whole series. Where have I been all this time? I was at the edge of my seat all the way through. Great story.<br/>CindyKay</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDR6UNQ5U2DL6?ASIN=0439023521	The best book ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is so good it took me so long to finally let go of the book. It has adventure romance and death. When I was done with it I could not wait to start the 2nd book.<br/>Mw017687</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Z5UU2BDOCDHD?ASIN=0439023521	An Unexpected Pleasure	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Too often is this book attributed to the preteen set. I found it a remarkably engaging read despite its relatively simple narrative style. Faulkner could have taken notes from Collins.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3ESQLFKME959Q?ASIN=0439023521	I am hooked!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The hunger games is a really good book. It has a lot of action and it has a epic ending. It was by far, the best book I read in a very long time. I would recommend this book to anyone!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BVWQVOR0B0L0?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for more...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was an excellent read. Once I started reading I couldn't stop. The story moves along at breakneck speed and leaves you wanting more. Can't wait to read the next one in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3868WEZAC2DUH?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">All four of my girls read this book along with myself.  We all loved it.  You cannot stop with just the first one.  Get all three before you buy even one of them!  Lots of fun to read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14D5MZWZDELPC?ASIN=0439023521	great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoy books most when I feel like I know the characters personally.. Although I certainly cannot relate to Katniss, I found myself cheering her own from the start! Very well written!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6OLYZZ93W5GX?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book it's sad, it's got a little bit of murder. I also love it because once you read a chapter you just want read the whole book without stopping. I love this book so much.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14263K0LDFCK4?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put this down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was originally under the impression that this was a book written strictly for teenagers.  I read it in 12 hours.  This kept my complete attention from start to finish. A solid story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JNFRZ1N7OIBO?ASIN=0439023521	A great adventure I couldn't put down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow, what an amazing story.  I felt as though I were right there with Katniss, experiencing every shock, both physical and emotional.  I can't wait to read the next book in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37E3TSMJ9IW8K?ASIN=0439023521	Very interesting to read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Never saw the movied because I thought it was for teens, but not true at all.  It is an interesting portrayal of what life could be like if our world ceased to exist as we know it now.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TDRT0SOGFAVW?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Interesting material (even if you've seen the movies.) I really appreciate the plain style of writing. Teen books do not have to be filled with over the top snoring as this one proves!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KRETPKW536J4?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As an adult I wondered if I would enjoy a ""teen"" book.  I'm now hooked.  The premise is good and the murder is tastefully written.  I am going to be reading the next two in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21RJS69KS7XHJ?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games*****	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very good book,entertaining<br/>Recommended by friends, family,<br/>The movie advertisements motivated me to read this book also.<br/>This book was also highly rated in book stores.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37JOQMEDV5BM4?ASIN=0439023521	Nisees	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My imagination many times thought of ancient Rome, the Holocaust, and modern day struggles to survive. A definite page turner. Love of family, friends, and life centers the story well.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TFCZNXYQFR4I?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book, sweeps you up in the details. Collins can manipulate the words into perfect images sending you straight into the hunger games with the characters. A must read for all ages.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NKV4B2V82ASN?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the idea of it all, it is very 1984.  The thought of being ruled by one entity so tightly like that is just so unimaginable but the rebels always find a way to make it through.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1N3J2JYNXIEGF?ASIN=0439023521	Entertaining, easy read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Just finished reading The Hunger Games. It was a quick, easy read, with enough substance to keep me entertained from start to finish. Looking forward to reading the rest of the series.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15HM1XTT2A8U2?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wasn't sure if I'd like this or not, for the first time ever I saw the movie before reading the book. It surpassed my expectations wonderfully and I can't wait to read the next book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NA4SD02R4A4G?ASIN=0439023521	wow	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">my daughter's friends had all read the series...and finally she did.  After watching the movie with her I decided I had to read it,too. wonderful read! i can't wait to read the others.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OPQKZSNWCSZZ?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent book. Well written. Captivating story. The heroine is likeable and enaging.  A must for older children and adults! If you enjoyed the movie you will definitely LOVE the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZCU4IWP841JR?ASIN=0439023521	Love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a fantastic book. The best of the series. Original storyline and real characters with depth. This story really made me feel like I was right there the book with the characters.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JFU4XWAGXYWO?ASIN=0439023521	It's one of my favorites	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book, the hunger games, is nothing like i've ever read.<br/>It's original and written in a style that totally fits my liking :]<br/>It's definitely something i'd recommend to friends.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HD10F47APPE7?ASIN=0439023521	Read it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's phenomenal and groundbreaking. The series is brilliantly written and thought provoking to the hilt. It touches on the lost of innocence, the rage of violence, the fight for justice, self preservation, betrayal, loss, acceptance, faith, society, greed, vanity, humanity, courage, hunger, gluttony, fear, ego, arrogance, politics, corruption, vengeance, evil, good, community, trust, friendship, family, love hope and all kinds of human emotion, condition, and conflict. You can relate to her character in every aspects imaginable and actually shed light to some struggles of everyday life. The genius is that Collins was able to take the dark context and make it engaging. She has created a character of one with such revealing complexity that is hard to come by. By adding a lot of contrast and she was able to paint a story that reflects the core elements of human struggle. She brings it all to the table. A merge of classic literary themes and street smarts wit packed in a book you actually want to read. Yes! You really have to read it.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKN454K7D84C7?ASIN=0439023521	Nice Bouquet, Terrible Aftertaste	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is one of my least favorite trends in science fiction/fantasy literature.  The book is entirely compelling, then instead of an ending, it has ""End of Book One.""  $%!  I wanted to read a whole story, not the first episode of another franchise.  It's dishonest and mercenary, and makes all the fun I had reading the thing curdle in my memory.  It's tainted.  It's Crystal-Skulled.  What a shame.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R148VBXN1297T0?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent book for discussion of social issues with older kids	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very well written, creative and captures the attention. Excellent book for discussion of social issues with older kids. Not a book for young children but a great story for older kids.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TY0WPI3TR2Q5?ASIN=0439023521	I LOVE this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I like this book because it was very suspenseful and mysterious in a perfect way. One thing that I didn't like about the book is the whole story of kids. But otherwise it was perfect.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DQA7D9LK4ZD8?ASIN=0439023521	better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this is my second read and stayed up until 3am.  character development and the creative setting of the story is creative and sadly scary at the same time --- think of the Roman Games.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12HPJ677JMIFS?ASIN=0439023521	Humger game	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very interesting book and awesome to read.....READ THIS GREAT BOOK AND THAT'S NOT ALL IT ALSO FILLED WITH LOVE ADVENTURE AND FUN .........read read read ......this BOOK IT FUN TO READ</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKM8KOOTTOCHQ?ASIN=0439023521	By-Far the best book I have EVER read!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is SO well written! Once I started reading the first page of the book I knew that I was not going to be able to stop reading!!! This is a must read!!! BEST BOOK EVER!!!!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWN6QF9I1FK8K?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games summary	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love the hunger games book,they are so interesting to read.I am 11 and I'm OBSESSED with reading the hunger games series.And hopefully I will get to see the movie ""mocking jay""!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRSBCP53L1SPF?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved the movie.  Decided to read the books.  Now when I read I can picture the scenes in the<br/>movie which makes it even more enjoyable.<br/>Suzanne Collins is a wonderful writer</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIFSP3WEVHHYV?ASIN=0439023521	Better than I Expected	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I put off reading this book because I thought after all the hype I might be disappointed. I wasn't.  It held my interest and now I am going to dive into the second book of the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SOI95ILK5MKW?ASIN=0439023521	Wow... just wow...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I would recommend this book to anyone who has a love for small romance and adventure. The way Suzanne explained the way they fought in the arena made the book that much more loveable.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2AAWPMI8GYKZN?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book.  I read it after seeing the movie, but I still found that I couldn't put it down.  There were a few differences from the movie, and I liked them better.  GREAT read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CVJDFMJ9J23O?ASIN=0439023521	MUST READ! Couldn't put the book down.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've watched the movies twice before reading the book but I am still in suspense reading it. it's the type of book you cannot put down. I truly live the book and the story being told.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FGSDJZP0SY5F?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wrote my analogy on the second book, but this one set the stage, well written you felt like you were right there with them.  Very fast paced , worrisome and believable in its writing.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZ9H0T68YCDI5?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had an idea of the premise, and I wasn't sure if I'd like the book at all. Once I started reading it, I literally couldn't put it down! Amazing story! Can't wait to read the others!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXGRVOTGDR05Y?ASIN=0439023521	Love this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">First I saw the movie and just loved it then I read the book and it was even better but I found they left some things out of the movie and I was disappointed about that but great book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22BYJKX0228QD?ASIN=0439023521	Good Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Purchased the e-book version to read on my computer.  Reading was easy and this book is great. I read it after watching the movie (which I thought was amazing).  Collins is brilliant.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2AXGKUEJJJRRM?ASIN=0439023521	An awesome book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book. It romance and action adventure. I would recommend this to teens at least older than 10. I chose this rating because this book is a very good book. I love this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RP0J8348TG6VP?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this series!  It was an easy read, and when neared the end, I read slower so I didn't have to finish the book.  I have read the entire series twice, and loved them both times!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RG7RBXGOQ44ZF?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put it down, I loved the story and the characters. It made me view the movie differently since knowing the inner workings of Katniss' mind. I would definitely recommend it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ULM0IF9HFYE9?ASIN=0439023521	Love this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I chose this rating because it is a really good book. I did not dislike anything about this book. I would recommend this book to anyone who loves a good book and likes to read series.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IAQQWSQTSNWU?ASIN=0439023521	LOVE IT!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book because it gave me a clear picture in my head of  what was happening. Once I read the firs  chapter I couldn't stop reading. I will recommend this to all my friends!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11GWC83XCG5EG?ASIN=0439023521	I can't believe it is the first of a trilogy. The story is  obscene.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I did not know the story and knew that the book had been out for a while.<br/>Thought I might find it interesting. The movie seemed to disappear and I<br/>wondered why.  Now I know.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WL888JWN8SDQ?ASIN=0439023521	BOOK IS SOO MUCH BETTER THAN THE MOVIE!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The timeless argument of which is better, the book, or the movie, is obvious in this case. ITS THE BOOK! If you have never read this book before but have seen the movie DONT MISS OUT!</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IGBK47QCUZD3?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book surprised me by keeping me guessing as to what the out come could be for the games and the two  from district 12  the last couple of chapters surprised me well worth reading</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23YVK4SG0O4QA?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well the book was a fantastic book and I just couldn't stop reading it once I started and I'm only ten so that really says something. So I can't wait to finish the rest of the series!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1V4JZ87NLDLB3?ASIN=0439023521	Dystopia	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very interesting story, I read this because I wanted to know what it was all about before the movie came out. So if you live under a rock or something I say just go ahead and read it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1G6HVX0VVN28O?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had seen the first movie, and really just decided to read the book on a whim, and it grabbed me as soon as I started.  It only took three days to finish and I loved it.  Five stars!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1B7MJV1B6MSTZ?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie before I read this book.  I couldn't put it down when I started to read it.  I loved the movie so I bought the dvd. It was just the right length and such an easy read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20UUU20U207RM?ASIN=0439023521	Love It!!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is awesome! My favorite book AND movie! Katniss and Peeta Forever!!!!!!!!  Hungger gmes forever and ever and ever and ever! Be Good And Don't get caught by the Po Po!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIS7AKA4Y9DYY?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love, Love, Love just finished and thinking of reading the entire series again. The descriptions in the book are amazing.  Story line excellent, leaves you guessing the entire series.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36MR0U19I8UPE?ASIN=0439023521	Suzanne Collins has talent.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hey I wanted to say congragulation on making me read your Hunger Games. I'm a person who is a read or die. I just wish I could read Catching Fire,but I dont a credit card please help.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27QC5VGHROQWZ?ASIN=0439023521	Great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't expect to like this book as much as I did but it was an exciting story that I couldn't put down!  I can't wait to read Catching Fire which is the second book in this series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRECVDXEEXYG5?ASIN=0439023521	I loved this book the first time I read it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book the first time I read it.  It was even better the second time.  This is an outstanding series - well written, action, some light romance and very thought provoking.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2H58G4J9EDYQE?ASIN=0439023521	Awe-some	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is an awesome book, it gives Awe and Awesome. I'd recommend this book to teens (me) who want an action packed,romance filled book. It made me cry and sit on the edge of my seat.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HC3QNL56IV5L?ASIN=0439023521	Beguiling characters and action packed.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This totally captured my interest. Beautifully written and exciting  events even though the premise was so futuristic. I loved it - couldn't put it down and immediately read Book #2.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUJID51OA8E3R?ASIN=0439023521	I am glad I got that book as it finish es her ...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didnt expect the collectors edition....I just wanted the book for my daughters birthday...I am glad I got that book as it finish es her collection....the book is really a good read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCBFHYLPPMT3D?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book has many cliff hanger and a exquisite adventures. Suzanne Collins is a brilliant author, I could read her  book many times. The Hunger Games is my favorite book series  yet</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZ0UBRYVZRZ0G?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's a great book for a decent price. You might want to just get the whole trilogy in one set if you're going to get the whole trilogy though, because that would probably be cheaper.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9RZJF6YD2ME0?ASIN=0439023521	Can't get enough	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely love this entire series.  Not my usual kind of read, but my daughter convinced me it was a must read, and boy was she right.  You can't put it down once you get started.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QBBU26JH5VD0?ASIN=0439023521	Good Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wanted to see what all the young people were reading,then an older gentleman highly recommended the Hunger. I loved the book even though it was not like any book I had read before.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2P2D7EAD4Y8LY?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was wonderfully written, giving the reader a visual of all that is going on. It is captivating and a book you can't put down. I MUST get the other two books in this series!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RS6NLNJWC05QK?ASIN=0439023521	AWESOME!!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book i couldn put it down when i started. i love this book i recommend this to all my friends. the second book is great too! but the books are wayy better than the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2X4II6SIYKNQS?ASIN=0439023521	Great! Hard to put the the book down!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a great book.  Keeps you wandering what happens next. It's exciting and keeps you on edge.  Reading this book makes grateful for the great lives we live!  God Bless America!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZSJMM8IZUSIU?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Had me on the edge of my seat from page 1...which is a rarity. Usually it takes me a few chapters to really get into (or back into) a book. Well written and layed out at a good pace.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R121JIEXZKHBMW?ASIN=0439023521	Quick read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very fast paced concept that holds your interest from beginning to end. The trilogy has sparked an interest in reading among young readers so that in itself is a good recommendation.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SSYCP26GDIJ3?ASIN=0439023521	Almost perfect book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book arrived at the expected time and is in almost perfect shape. It only has a page that has a little cut and the cover is a little bent. Besides that it's in really good shape.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCY0PYXGJDY65?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this series last year. I have literally read it 4 times. Mrs. Collins, you have done a rare thing. You have written a trilogy that improves on each installment. Thank you!!!!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IPNYJ68I0JX9?ASIN=0439023521	Total Control?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A tale of a totalitarian state and a young girl and boy who defeat it. Sometimes gruesome, the story is very well told and hard to put down, with an ending that leaves room for more.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQZKP7ZMR0AOX?ASIN=0439023521	not  only for teenagers	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The moovie was very good but i didn't get clearly the politics of the described  world, i do now , after reading the book.Well , there is a lot to think about besides who loves whom.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MNW3ACSZU54R?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've watched the movie but it's nothing like this! ITS10:00pm I'm supposed to be asleep but I couldn't stop reading!I hope the next person that reads it will enjoy it as much as new!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7MPL9MPC43KO?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great brook from beginning to end. If you've seen the movie then you must read the book. There are some really important parts that are missed.<br/>Can't wait to start the next one!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYRBW5EKWF5FL?ASIN=0439023521	Political statement vs fiction?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Interestingly worded book. Peaks the interest. Keeps you engaged-did not want put down. Occasionally difficult to follow. Well developed characters. Want to read next book in series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31ZPRWS61VS6?ASIN=0439023521	Thrilling	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a trilling book with suspense with a edge of action at every  corner so... I gave it five stars because it was marvellous and I think a lot of different audiences would enjoy</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4O5XF9CH97ZW?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was kept you guessing what was going to happen next.  You never knew who was allied with who.  I loved Katniss and Peeta and hope they end up together at the end of the last book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R286SOET5AOU87?ASIN=0439023521	Pleasantly surprised	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really didn't want to like this book. The concept of it is so awful but since it is so popular, I thought I would give it a try. The writing is so good that I couldn't put it down!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GINMGBHT9F48?ASIN=0439023521	Loved	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was skeptical at first, but I could not stop reading once I stared. The entire time I was cheering for Katniss and Peeta. I cried, I laughed, and I'm going to read the second book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4ZPOHBY6DWIH?ASIN=0439023521	Omg best story ever!!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not put this book down!!!!!!!!I was so caught up in the story I finished it in a day! Suzanne Collins is now one of my favorite authors. Can't wait to read Catching Fire!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8DNLJMPSRY1F?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">An easy read and quite entertaining. Looking forward to reading the other two books in the series and seeing the characters develop as electronic as changes with the capital`s rules.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26HK55UTNSDZQ?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So I already read these books before I got my kindle but I love it so much I bought it on my kindle and read it in two days. You must read this! Always remember to be team Gale!!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R344CQZ3DL0N03?ASIN=0439023521	Really interesting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is really interesting and fun to read. Every chapter keeps the suspense going and makes me want to keep reading. Not only an interesting read for young adults, but for all.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MMN69RH51S6Z?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The first book of the series was wonderful! Very engaging; it held my interest from the beginning until the end. I m a 53 year old male and think this is a book for a wide age group.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6681TJ3FUL8I?ASIN=0439023521	A Real Page-Turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is shocking, intriguing and different. It's a good book that keeps you interested. There's a point to everything, everyone at all points. Never a dull moment. Great read :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8GS8K2AJ8SEO?ASIN=0439023521	Enjoyed this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I can't wait for the next book in this series since the Author ended the book with the statement ""Book One"".  Have loaned this book to several of my friends and they enjoyed it also.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R395PR1TRK3NK4?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I give this book 5 stars because it always kept me in suspense. Even watched the movie already, it was nice to read and imagine things differently. Definitely a good recommendation.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WB32A2W4A6FT?ASIN=0439023521	Second time around was better than the first	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent. Now on to the next. I started it the second time on another kindle. I thought as I looked through another s books, I'll just read a bit of this. Read it till it was done.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3P7LBQHEWZH7T?ASIN=0439023521	Gale	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Gale and Peeta should have met at the end and fought over Katniss. Gale would've won but to pull off the star-crossed lovers routine Gale would've allowed Katniss and Peeta to date.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RM62UGQ0DMNMJ?ASIN=0439023521	Love	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love the intensity of the book I finished it in one day. I would recommend this book to anyone who likes things like this and to someone that likes a lot of action and romance to.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3G4EGTF5APB7J?ASIN=0439023521	Not just a tweener romance novel!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I know I'm way behind the times just now reading this, and that's b/c I thought it was for kids. Not so. Well written, fast paced, emotional. A good read, or reread for some of you.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBCXNKDHEROI5?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought the book was a great read.  I watched the movie first and thought I would be disappointed but it actually help enhance what I watched.  I am eager to read the next book!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32LNLVPTAFJVC?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really liked this book. it's was very interesting and cool. I have seen the movie many times s I pretty much knew what happened, but the book and movie and different in many ways.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZPJXHC3JU6B8?ASIN=0439023521	Very good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is one of the best books I've read in a while and the movie is good too  I can't wait for catching fire the movie to come  out on Netflix and moking jay to came out In theaters</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ITANNW8RCQWX?ASIN=0439023521	So good!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Dystopian fiction.<br/><br/>Social Control and social injustice.<br/><br/>Grassroots movements.<br/><br/>If you liked 1984, A Handmaiden's Tale and We, you'll enjoy this book!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UXMESNVT3IZ9?ASIN=0439023521	Fun book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As a guy, Hunger Games is fun to read. But I skipped all the romantic parts, because that was lame. The book was way better than the movie. The director sucked, so the movie sucked.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R143GSMZGPX4OF?ASIN=0439023521	One of a kind	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger game is a great series with continuous change. Never before has there been a book like this. Everyone must read I have read it three times and every time it is more exciting.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2D3KY1EU01I9M?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games makes you hunger for more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This story is for any age who enjoys a thrilling , exciting plot with many thought provoking events. Can not wait to see the movie to make it even more real. It is a hole New world.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JKXA76709RB3?ASIN=0439023521	BEST BOOK EVER	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The detail was amazing and I like the way Suzanne told the readers what Katniss was thinking. How she cared about others and her plans and thoughts was probley one of the best parts</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R498B5R93VUMV?ASIN=0439023521	I love thg	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I chose this rating because I love the hungergames series I just really wanted to reread it I did reread catching fire before I did hungergames and I just need to reread mockingjay.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31P2ZQO5V0OXC?ASIN=0439023521	One of the best	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A friend told me to read this book. Wow. I really loved it. Katniss is such a wonderful character and her relationship with Peeta is one of the best in books. The concept was great.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9L2GBWS33VNU?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was wonderful cruel simply exhausting because it couldn't be put down. The characters are raw and believable, you pray each chapter for their safety. I was moved to tears.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQGKB7D1SN3S7?ASIN=0439023521	WOW	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had seen the movie, and it left too many unanswered questions in my head. I have also read Catching Fire, and will read Mockingjay as well. What a great series. Very well written.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26VP6DXH7M5ZC?ASIN=0439023521	the hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you're not happy with just the stars then stop bothering. I have no intentions of wasting my time trying to come up with enough words to keep you happy. And if this means you don</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SQ0ZI4H3F02F?ASIN=0439023521	Very good book. Extraordinary book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is an awesome book. I would recommend this book to anyone who has read the Harry Potter series or any books by Rick Riordan. I have read both and enjoyed this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VSAWB8HWYY5I?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved this book. Will read the other 2. Could not put it down. Read the book first before you watch the movie. The book is a thousand times better then the movie but most books are.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CWXPCGVG0F3I?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of the best books of fiction I've read, makes you hunger (no pun intended) for morer.  Am currently on the second book of the series, Catching Fire, and will be hungry for more.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2G3FT5QSWN0E3?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This series of 3 books is the most riveting books I have ever read. Every page of every book made me want to hurry up to find out what happened.  I would love more books like these.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2EW9UO6KUP82?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The inner turmoil Katniss felt over Peeta made this all the more interesting. I enjoyed the depth of the characters. The author did a great job of keeping me guessing what was next.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3M4OY5VPNCGNX?ASIN=0439023521	Great Series!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought the series of the books for one of my granddaughters.  She and her mom and reading the books together and discussing what they've read.  I personally think this is awesome.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VIVXD686R4U0?ASIN=0439023521	great mimd bender	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">like nothing i had read and wasnt expecting this.  the first book is excellent but the next two could have been combined into a single book. became a little reptitive and drawn out.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13K2PJPXWVRE1?ASIN=0439023521	Perfect!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">See my review for the trilogy.  I bought the kindle version, then bought the hardcover trilogy.  My entire household has read it except for my 1st grader.  Awesome book and trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UZQ6CPBR2JC1?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was drawn in from the beginning. I was unfamiliar with the story, never saw the movie. It was a haunting, engaging. I liked the characters. I read the 2 sequels immediately after.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19RA3G2HXD0JJ?ASIN=0439023521	great reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie first, and then read the book. First time in a long time that I read a book, still could not put it down, or wait to see what happens next. Good reading for everyone</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NCQZM4X26KHF?ASIN=0439023521	Amaaaazing !	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Recommend: Everyone<br/>I decided to read this book after liking the movie so much. It doesn't matter if you've seen the movie or not, this book is amazing. I couldn't put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SQ268D3R550Q?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this is an easy read ..and very entertaining. Not an easy book to put down I would recommend this for light reading and look forward to reading the next 2 books related to this one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NG5P67PB772C?ASIN=0439023521	absolutely loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Can't wait to watch the movie again. i absolutely loved the story and already have the next book to read. great story telling, you could really feel the emotions  of the characters.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R358QP9HG9P062?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was the first Suzanne Collins book that I've read and I thoroughly enjoyed it. Ms. Collins keeps her readers engaged from start to finish.  Can't wait to see the movie version.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33DKG62T33TN2?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This time I saw the movie before reading the book and still the book is way better. Very quick to the point and entertaining. Also not a typical love story which I really enjoyed ;)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2P2ERP7RYGWSJ?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent Series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Definitely a great read...second a third books are amazing as well! Must read, especially if you loved the movie! Would reccomend for anyone over the age of 13 due to some violence.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXHU79OA1C29I?ASIN=0439023521	Page Turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't put this book down, took it with me everywhere. I don't like the violence though, kids killing kids. Pretty sick. Kind of like a car accident you can't help rubber necking.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3EIVN6KD3MA5U?ASIN=0439023521	Good version	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good Kindle version. I didn't encounter any technical problems while reading the book.<br/>As to the book itself, I found it very good, but I think it's main audience is teenagers.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RSX9P1UHIQ7B?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING! Can't wait for the 3rd book!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">An EXCELLENT book, and the sequel (Catching Fire) is even better, if that's possible.  I would recommend this to everyone I know!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XENK5IWHXA77?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent, fast moving.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JFU76LIAEKMZ?ASIN=0439023521	Don't wait for the movie!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I was in grade school I read Shirley Jackson's The Lottery and have never forgotten the wrenching sense of despair that I came away from that story with. It has set the bar for atonement for society's wrongs by sacrifice genre for all that have come since.<br/>The Hunger Games starts off in much the same fashion, rural districts slaving to feed the elitist Capital whose iron grip is in its way a distinct reminder of France before time of the Terror and the lopping off of noble heads.<br/>The it turns into an adventure story with all the adrenaline of any fast paced novel as the games begin. I won't say more of this as I detest spoilers in reviews but Suzanne Collins moves effortlessly between the two genres and The Hunger Games is a good example that some of the best fiction out there is to be found in Young Adult Novels.<br/>The mistake to be made here is by those who say they will wait for the movie to come out. Do that and no matter how much you enjoy the film, you will miss out on a very good book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OORAG1OKOT08?ASIN=0439023521	Great story!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Absolutely loved this book! Really enjoyed reading it. The series is great. I highly recommend it to anyone who likes adventure, intrigue, and a very interesting love story! Enjoy!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GIWW2ND8LVPT?ASIN=0439023521	5 amazing stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins has created a masterpiece with the Hunger Games series !!! You will be captivated by this world and the fight to find equality and justice in the midst of survival.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2S6RHDGCYMNL1?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the romance. Suzanne made the relationship between Katniss and Peeta seem so real. I LOVED the ending beyond words can  tell. Over all the book deserves a definite 5 stars.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23B6AK8HJL9G1?ASIN=0439023521	Why does it have to end	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">the movie was good but the book was even better I rarely find a book I can't but down but this book has shown me that if you find a goog book THE HUNGER GAMES you won't but it down</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R127LXA3OAWUBV?ASIN=0439023521	6 Hours	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Normally I hate to read a book AFTER I have seen the movie, however this time I'm glad that I have. It took only 6 hours to read it, mostly cause I couldn't put it down. Well done.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDUAVTKWF17CV?ASIN=0439023521	So good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is such a great book even after I have already seen the movie. I liked Gale much more in the movie but now I like Peeta too. Only if Katniss can keep both since she is so great.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UO82XU92R4XP?ASIN=0439023521	Simply Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie before reading the book and I can say I loved the book better. I can visualize things much better now that I'm reading it.  It's a book you can't out down for sure.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2INV87WMQH3I6?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely love this book. I couldn't put it down, it was impossible for me to do something else throughout my day lol. But if you like action and romance this is a book for you.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QUVIF9LR6BPN?ASIN=0439023521	Girl in Colorado	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was an awesome series to read, I loved every single book! It was both interesting, funny, the characters were well developed and you love them. The storyline was spellbinding.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RAJS0PRS4W81?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I give this book 5 stars because it is filled with action and you don't know what will happen next.  I want to read the next book in the series to see who Katniss has feelings for.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TTQ2WQKU8LUG?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Omg I loved the book I never read the book until now because o already watch the movie. But I wish I would have read it earlier the books are always better than the movies!!!!!!!&lt;3</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2V5F9O4RUQ02U?ASIN=0439023521	Omg that was amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book made felt like I was in adventure. Risking my life out there but when I first read that book I though it wouldn't be as good people say it would. But I guess I was wrong.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18KXRIU01O0AG?ASIN=0439023521	Kkkk	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was good the movie was better I will wait for the other movies to come your I will not continue reading I feel it's just going to bee like Harry potter or twilight series</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39UABNBLPAFCX?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My students very much enjoyed this book. It was made more interesting by reading it on the PC and therefore being able to show students how to use this type of electronic resource.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25OXPWMHMSB9P?ASIN=0439023521	Best Book Ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've just finished this book and I must admit,  it is completely incredible!  I'm happy they have the entire series for free because I know I'll DEFINITELY be reading the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R74MIS3RIZJMJ?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it!  I was drawn in immediately an could not put the book down.  The characters are well defined and the story is intense.  Would recommend to anyone looking for a good book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2U7143GL6YCUU?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games Review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book The Hunger Games is an amazing story by Suzanne Collins filled with action grief and a little side dish of romance. Suzanne brought it all together in this astounding book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R137R84GQE0Z08?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">There is a reason why these books are so popular! This is a fast read with a adventure and while different look on where our country's future is going.<br/><br/>It's a must read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTU60S9UDYBKX?ASIN=0439023521	awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely loved this book, and I was pleased by the movie. Catching Fire comes to theatres 11-22-13 And all of the original cast members are still the same (to my understanding)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2T57AQG2A4FP1?ASIN=0439023521	Un-Put-Downable	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fantastic, addictive book. I read it in two days despite being really busy and a slow reader! I'd recommend it to anyone, but especially teenage girls and young women (I'm twenty).</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R213FZNJPM32AS?ASIN=0439023521	Great series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this series!  This is not my typical genre to read but I couldn't put it down.  I found the ideals to be thought provoking and enjoyed the amount of detail the author used.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3E5Z94MEVYTLU?ASIN=0439023521	Best book I've read in a long time!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is one of the best modern books I have ever read. I could barely put it down. This book allowed me to rediscover my love for reading. Would recommend this book to anyone!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18GXEI9QYW3R9?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was awesome. Even though I had seen the movie before reading the book, and knew what was going to happen, I could barely put it down. Can't wait to start the second book!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTHSZ8T9A4GF9?ASIN=0439023521	great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best of the trilogy, best to read before seeing the movie and let your own imagination cast the characters. Sometimes I wonder if this would have been better as a stand alone book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3G0ULGRTOU4FF?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am not a reader by any means! I don't think I've ever actually made it through a whole book but I couldn't put it down finished it in about a week. Can't wait to read the others!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23IF1ACB4BFHT?ASIN=0439023521	terrific book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">after enjoying the movie, I purchased this kindle book for my husband, who had not read the series previously.<br/>It is now part of our collection, and soon I will read it again.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WCRENOPMSCI?ASIN=0439023521	Page Turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put it down. Very fast paced and intriguing. I can't wait until the second book. It should be quite fascinating to find out what happens to the residents of District 12.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HV7YCGSBXNQ8?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games Trilogy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Quiet imaginative and different from the usual fare of si/fi-fantasy books available.  this series is written using simple language and is suited to both teenage and adult readers.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IGUTTZQAV831?ASIN=0439023521	Mediocre	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">For me, this book is only interesting in terms of attempting to get some deeper insight into the characters after having seen the film. I'm not finding it much deeper, disappointed</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKDXCK837KO6I?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am one of those who watched the movie first before reading the book.  The book was so much better than the movie.  The book goes into great detail.  I couldn't put the book down.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35H9LXJL5P87V?ASIN=0439023521	My fave book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was amazing    . Me and my friend Matt love your books   .He got me reading the Hunger Games I read it for at least 3 hours a day. This book was the best book I ever read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1B73E2Z45JAES?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was AWESOME! I did not stutter. Breathless pace, thoughtful development of characters, action packed--I didn't dare look away. Read this and the other two in one weekend.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12DT8JP0CWR2R?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was amazing so much so I immediately bought the second book so that I would not miss a beat.  Must read the book prior to seeing the movie or the movie will not be great.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CTLYN2S1GGNO?ASIN=0439023521	Two and a half stars more appropriate	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was good enough to keep me reading it, but like so much of our entertainment it was violent and heartless in the most part.  I will not be reading the rest of the trilogy</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KT7IUPV6HNT0?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">You could not put the book down I finish it in a day because it was a amazing story and it is so original and I can picture everything in my mine that why I gave this book 5 stars</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BNS40IHJEI18?ASIN=0439023521	great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After seeing the movie, I was interested in seeing how much more detailed the book was. It surely didn't disappoint and I feel like I know the characters in a more meaningful way.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1E3GNUNGZEHTI?ASIN=0439023521	He loves reading it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My oldest son got into the Hunger Games recently and wanted the book and we do not have a book store in our area without driving quite a distance so this worked out better, thanks</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VO5MK9L6T7FG?ASIN=0439023521	I could not put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I already knew a lot about the book because of the movie but it was different, as in better because of the details like the feeling and expression in Katness, and also the hounds.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZIGGRVBZQ828?ASIN=0439023521	My Favorite of the 3	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was my favorite of the 3 books. It was amazing what they did and the huge twist at the end. When we saw the movie my husband who hadn't read the books was stunned by the end.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5MGCSSTW55YL?ASIN=0439023521	left me hungry for more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had seen the movie without reading the book first, and now I see how the movie was merely the tip of the iceberg. So thrilling, easy fast read, can't wait to read Catching Fire!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3P5U84S7LEGE5?ASIN=0439023521	enthralling	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Having seen the movie, the novel clarified so many things that I had not been able to connect from the story .  Excellent. Story, can't wait to read CATCHING FIRE and  MOCKINGJAY.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KBTL17WED58N?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fast reading on one level, but sophisticated symbolization holds true to the story line and challenges the older reader.  Can't put the book down.  Hunger for the next installment</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R135DKAKYEVEND?ASIN=0439023521	a great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book. I really liked that is was in first person because after seeing the movie, I didn't understand all of Katniss' motivations. It was nice to have that cleared up.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PHNR4WTKBWNX?ASIN=0439023521	unbelivable. gruesome .deadly. and amazingly good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i couldnt put the book dowm. amazing. gruesome , brutal and disgusting but amazing. i couldnt stop reading it. i couldnt stop talking about it . and i couldnt stop thinking about.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5TATSCX6Y8TV?ASIN=0439023521	Worth the reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">OK. everybody seemed to have read it. I listen to a special on NPR about it and I had to read it. It is simply but highly effectivly written, an other book that you cant put down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19WP5HU6K5QKQ?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love everything about it the excitement in the arena the cute love story. The whole time i was reading it i was amazed on how great it is. I highly recommend reading this story!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4OB7HZZYOJIP?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games Book One	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book!! I stopped reading it for a week in the middle of the book ,but it pulled me back into reading it and I just finished now. Now I hope I will see the movie soon.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GHA9U66LR3OY?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger GAmes - best of the series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is the best of the series. Poignant, new thinking, violent, hard hitting, another ""Big Brother is watching you"" novel. Reminds me of ""The Lottery""</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1L2N8Y7HMRKJQ?ASIN=0439023521	Intriguing !!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was a bit slow getting ""into"" the story -- but once I got started I couldn't put the book down -- I've always loved science fiction and will definitely read the sequels.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPIMEHXYTT18C?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was amazing the excitement and the confusing somewhat love triangle and how we understand all of the characters really helped the rating. Cant wait for the next book!  :)</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RS6K8V13HOYSC?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Thought book 1 was great and am in middle of book 2 now.  Hard to put the book/kindle down and find myself thinking about what is happening.  Can identify with Katniss's feelings.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FW5B98BTW16H?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What a great book.  I may be over 40 but a well written book with a story that tugs at your heart and makes you more closely examine your own life and humanity is good at any age.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2M52J12ZB2OKA?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My sister got me into the series, so I had to get them for myself.  I really enjoy the story, and the ability to read it on my phone makes it easy to get it read when I have time.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQUHBEV27W52W?ASIN=0439023521	I love the style and narration	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well written science fiction.  A few unanticipated twists, and moderate suspense.  The main character is truly likable, and other characters are often believable and multifaceted.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1M2EOX7DAVX53?ASIN=0439023521	A Masterpiece	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is so well detailed I felt like I was in the scene,<br/> even though the movie is an embarrassment to the franchise this book is still perfect and unlike any other book</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25YGCV7959B7W?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Absolutely an amazing book! I find it hard usually to get interested in a book but this one caught my attention from the very beginning! Ready to read the next book of the series!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROHXV8RHB64P8?ASIN=0439023521	Better	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Way better than the movie could have ever been.  I was so lost in this book for a week straight, it was all I could think about, and I'm and advocate gamer, I have scores to keep!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TZXPCDAPR8C?ASIN=0439023521	The first hunger games book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Could not stop reading! Good detailed book! Can't wait to read the next one and then the very last one. It was better than the movie anyone who saw the movie should read the book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R156EMFZKNR0ZI?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it. Can't wait to read the rest of the books. It really makes you think if that were to happen to you what you would do. I do hope she realizes the truth in his love for her</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DP42WHH1KAJU?ASIN=0439023521	THE BEST BOOK EVER!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">MY school cant stop talking about this amazing book. I read the whole series and read the books and saw the movie ..... ugh nothing like the books! I love u hunger games whoooooo!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRCE6RM592MJI?ASIN=0439023521	Definitely worth reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm not much of a reader, but my girlfriend recommended this book so I figured I'd give it a shot. Read the whole thing cover to cover in three days, and loved every minute of it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2J49CGBUPSG35?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book ended up being so much better than I expected-- because of all the hype.  I was pleasantly surprised by the depth and message of the book.  I highly recommend this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GRPDQKQ5JXIH?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a good read. I have been putting off watching the movie until I completed the first book. I am glad I did, because the books are always better than the movie remakes. :-)</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19KS32QOXHZ5G?ASIN=0439023521	A must read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book. Great adventure the author takes you on. If you saw the movie and are hesitant to read the book or on the fence for any reason, don't be, this book doesn't disappoint.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NI6PO0TZXDDR?ASIN=0439023521	A must read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This story was amazing,heart wrenching,one of the best books I've  ever read. I am completely hooked an  can't wait to see what the next book holds with katniss and Peta an  gale.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GGECS9NHSLM9?ASIN=0439023521	Love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought 2 copies of this book so my niece and I could read it together before we went to see the movie.  It was great, the story and sharing the reading experience with my niece!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KWLJAWMHWBDP?ASIN=0439023521	Easy read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Enjoyed this book thoroughly, though it was predictable at times.<br/>It expounded on what the movie couldn't have covered.<br/>Good plot...even of it was emotionally confusing.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XZ928Z3YRBZE?ASIN=0439023521	love this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">honestly i thought i was going to hate this book the characters werent well developed yet and so on but when i started reading it i was hooked i really reccomend reading this book</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R173YGYK7137HW?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I haven't seen the movie yet but the book was simply amazing. Suzanne Collins does a wonderful job at painting the picture for the audience. I can't wait to read the next 2 books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1F091CDW02UE2?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games Trilogy: Solid A	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Memorable. Engaging. Brutal. I read through these books quickly. I enjoyed the writing style and the depth of the characters. I felt bad for Peeta but I was on team Gale for sure!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RL1DNM2FOS4MZ?ASIN=0439023521	great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i was so reluctant to read this book - but it was a great read.  I did not think i would like reading about teenagers fighting to the death - but it was surprisingly entertaining!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XZCZJ0GAAK3Z?ASIN=0439023521	Greatly entertaining even if Dark	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read for entertainment.  Does a book keep me entertained, intrigued and coming back for more?  This book did that with a vengeance even with the dark subject matters it took on.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JMIIBDEOQQT8?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this entire series. The first book is the best but I couldn't stop reading until the last page of the last book.  I highly recommend this book to anyone who likes to read.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3B777ML1EQLBD?ASIN=0439023521	Not Just a Young Adult Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was such a fun/awesome read.  When I first got it wasn't sure I would enjoy it b/c it was a young adult book but I was totally engrossed from the get go.  I think people of all ages will be able to enjoy it b/c the author didn't write it for just young people the fact that it was about young people doesn't make it a book for young adults. I won't give a book summary b/c you can get that from the other reviews or elsewhere.<br/><br/>But this book has a bit of everything.  It was a dystopian view of the future with action, political intrigue, friendship and romance.  Without getting into the whole world gone mad story I just think this book was tons of fun and very exciting.  Some people might think this book is a little gory but I think it was just an exciting read.  It is an action book and there are some scenes where people get hurt so be preparted.<br/><br/>So if you are looking for a fast paced thrill ride this is your book.  I was so sad when it ended!! I am very glad there is going to be a part 2!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QOFN7R56T11Y?ASIN=0439023521	Fast Read, Great Story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I purchased ""The Hunger Games"" due to a friend's obsession, and in anticipation of the upcoming film.  I had to thank my friend the instant I finished the book (which happened to be the same day I started the book, because I couldn't put it down).<br/><br/>As is noted in the other reviews, ""The Hunger Games"" paints an interesting picture of a futuristic society where Katniss volunteers to take her little sister, Prim's, place in The Hunger Games, an annual battle-to-the-death amongst the two teenage representatives, one male and one female, from each of the 12 ""districts"" throughout this futuristic North America.<br/><br/>It's just a great thriller with some horror and some apocalyptic elements.  Katniss is also a strong character, and she is definitely one to root for despite some standoffish behaviors.<br/><br/>The book moves so quickly and it is hard to put the book down.  Great for a weekend read!  Can't wait to read ""Catching Fire"". (Oh, yes, this is book one in a trilogy, but thankfully they are all available!)</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JTOW37WPSWOU?ASIN=0439023521	This book is soo good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I need to get the next one. Because they leave you at such a cliff hanger I can't explain it it was like I was there experiencing it while it happened but the it just stopped. :(</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37PYI0LMRV1UW?ASIN=0439023521	An excellent YA novel	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is easily the best of the three books, and they're all good. I write children's and young adult/teen books, and I'm always pleased to find something as well-written as this.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VK5P3ZOXPZV0?ASIN=0439023521	Best book in the world	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is one of the best books in the world. It kept me up reading all night long. Although it may be all great and all that, I wouldn't recommend it to kids under 11. A must read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2O0FO9TZQ45RZ?ASIN=0439023521	Best book I've ever read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I started reading the free trial of the book it was the best thing ever I have been hooked and I'm looking forward to the next one it is a little sad but if I love it so will you</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZUWWLCXHZZIG?ASIN=0439023521	I'm surprised how much I enjoyed this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am a 31 year old Black woman and I just assumed this book was for teenage white kids. Boy was I wrong!! This book is amazing and the themes cross all age and racial differences</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1EAQ63BN4ZWDF?ASIN=0439023521	Wow! What a world to have to live in.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It made me really appreciate my life &amp; the world I live in. What made me know it was good &amp; that I would recommend it was I never wanted to put it down- there were no dead spots.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ORO1SHJ1EUJC?ASIN=0439023521	awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read that is fast paced with action and love. We'll balanced and has enough back story to make you vested without dragging out the book. I would highly recommend this book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3947RQVXBJAV2?ASIN=0439023521	Simply wonderful!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought because I had watched the movie before starting the book; it would be a forced read. I fell in love with the characters all over. Can't wait to start book number two!!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GDKIKXSW3HUU?ASIN=0439023521	Review for purchase download and installation	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Bought the ebook for my daughters kindle. Easy to download and install.  Can't review actual book since it wasn't for me. 5 stars for ease of purchase, download and installation.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MIOXDC5R2B6P?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I recommend the book to whoever likes suspense. Also, it may leave you a little confused at the end, wanting more. I have read all of the books before, and all of them are great.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9FNEHV5DC27Z?ASIN=0439023521	clique, but much better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Strong female lead<br/>Action packed<br/>Characters fleshed out really well<br/>Gets you emotionally involved<br/>Wonderful love story<br/>More detail/plot than in the movie</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R101STJ9ZMLCRX?ASIN=0439023521	hunger game	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Outstanding book and so were the three that followed.  Unless you have been under a rock for the last two years, I'm sure you have been aware of the story.  Try it you'll like it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R256H5XWR5N74P?ASIN=0439023521	Love it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was an amazing series. I read all 3 back to back on my kindle. I went ahead and ordered the hard copy of the books, because I knew I would want to read them again and again.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OK4OTPF8Y4P1?ASIN=0439023521	Well done	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book leads you through what happens when government looses the governing of the people by the people and for the people. Turning in to a lustful ,power hungry dictator ship.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21IXBXXY6SB1P?ASIN=0439023521	Great Story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This isn't the type of book I'd usually read but the movie previews caught my attention. The storyline is great and it's pretty fast paced. Looking forward to the next two books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RE1HD2DXPYE11?ASIN=0439023521	good book, stays interesting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a good book that kept me interested throughout. Collins didn't drag out any parts and it was very well written. The characters were developed and the plot was excellent.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1P2ZCAA6HMGI?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What an action packed trilogy! What a world to live in for those people. It really makes you feel sorry for All the District people and the Capital people speak for themselves...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UNV916E4U4ME?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The hunger games are amazing and if you like fantasy/SiFi you should definitely try it  and once you've finished it you should definitely move on and read the rest in the series.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MOW5DXEQ1K6J?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was so different from what I usually read. I saw the movie and it left me with lots of questions.  The book put everything in perspective and much better than the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3Q2X12HQEY51G?ASIN=0439023521	good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excelente producto y  buen servicio, recomendable tienen buen precio,  calidad y rapidez, estoy conforme con el servicio<br/><br/>muchas gracias<br/><br/>Saludos<br/>Valente</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3C14R7FIJTBN1?ASIN=0439023521	loved this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I hadn't read a book in a while before this and I really loved this book.  I read the entire series and I could hardly put them down.  I think I read all the books within a week.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RO9K2XT8LIYY0?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't put it down. I couldn't believe how it ended and was ready to read the next book. The movie was emotionally charged and the book was even better. Definitely a must read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KIF7CGXP6QY1?ASIN=0439023521	Stunning ...immaginative	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Twists and turns that keep you guessing<br/>hard to put it down  ....heart pounding<br/> emotionally  wrenching....makes me hope none of this ever comes to pass for our future@</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39YK0LGF6LTHC?ASIN=0439023521	Best ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had seen the movie but prefer to read the books. so i had to start with the first one, and get to the second one before the next movie. this is one of the best nooks ever read.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/REU0XXVTV0R6L?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a book that is more than just for kids!  Suzanne Collins paints quite the picture and tells quite to tell here!  You feel that you are right there with them in the games.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKBO37VOSZD2W?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Didn't get a chance to see the movie but the book is definitely worth the price. One note of caution though, when it was delivered to my Kindle it was sent to the archive folder.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KXGR61QD30C3?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Such an addictive series. Keeps you hooked from start to finish and leaves you wanting more! If you're looking for a book series to keep you busy, this is it. Highly recommended!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLPV35AYSSS8J?ASIN=0439023521	great book, great series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wasn't sure why everyone was excited about a book where children murder each other. After reading, I must say, the hype about the series is true. I'm glad a read these (twice).</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FG69H8MLXZU0?ASIN=0439023521	Average at best...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Average at best.  Not sure what all the excitement is.  There are many other bestsellers out there that deserve this attention.  To be fair, I'm probably not the target audience.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RX8T4GR4GZT6M?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought all three books together. I read all three in one weekend and I really loved 1 and 2. The Hunger Games was a different and interesting concept and I love the characters.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2K4DHM5JTVH0R?ASIN=0439023521	Disappointing...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Firstly, I should admit that I am reading the book after I have watched the movie. But this is not the first time I did this. It was the same case with first 4 parts of Harry Potter and DaVinci Code and in their case, it did not subside my interest in the book.<br/><br/>Having said that, the story to me felt like what an adult human in the world is, though in an imaginary setting. In short, ""A human is selfish, working his way to accomplish his motives. These motives can be building because of self-stubborness to excel in something, to prove oneself as reliable to his loved ones or a pressure from the external sources. The way we cope to achieve these motives is by whipping our own ass to win or more often pretend to be doing that in the eyes of others""<br/><br/>A great plot? Then why didn't I like it? Well because I read books, stories to take myself away from the regular mundane life, not towards it! Also, I do not appreciate the vocabulary, writing style of Suzanne. Its very ametuerish.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4QNOM78PQXJ4?ASIN=0439023521	Great story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved Katniss from the start and wanted her to win--at everything.  Great mixture of action, romance, danger and tenderness.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NZBIBUD7EAYW?ASIN=0439023521	Poorly Written.  Lacking in Depth	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Total rip off of Battle Royale.  Can't believe more people have not noticed how much this series borrows from Battle Royale or how simplistic and uninspiring the characters are.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R359U7KP6A0BJJ?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">wasn't sure about this when I started it, but soon was captivated.  Couldn't put it down.  intrigue, sci-fi, romance, all rolled into one book.  Looking forward to the next one.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDKJ21NFOQWGX?ASIN=0439023521	A new world.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book really pulled at the heartstrings and kept me thoroughly engaged with Katniss and Peeta. The fact that really got me thinking is wether of not Katniss's love was real.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SW2SZL1O1T9X?ASIN=0439023521	i enjoyed it, but had seen the movie first	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was a good read, although having seen the movie first I didn't have the element of surprise.  It's worth a read although it is very clearly written for a young adult audience.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JDE7J2N27HQD?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this pretty much straight through and loved it. I have not seen the movie, bot probably will now that I've read the book. I haven't enjoyed one this much in a long while.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R123NHAZB3ENMA?ASIN=0439023521	Engaging Storyline	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Creative and Imaginative. Great to have a incredibly strong female lead character. Much more inspiring female character than twilight. Can't wait to read the rest of the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SVNF738TB6E2?ASIN=0439023521	Fun read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought this through my Amazon Kindle and the download was easy and quick. I read through the entire book within a few days. I enjoyed reading this book on my Kindle very much.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DIQU2V11YJGV?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Yes - this is officially young adult fiction and I am far from being a young adult. Still, I was captured by the authors compelling characters and plot line from the first page.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HSL6P3GFP8HN?ASIN=0439023521	4 Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very entertaining read! I enjoyed the character development throughout the story. This book has a great balance of suspense, action , and romance. Excited to read the next book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BC2W6VP4MCYP?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The three books in this series are awesome.  You can not put them down.  The books keep you on the edge of your seat and you just want to know how it ends.  Really well written.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYCD6MR919DA3?ASIN=0439023521	Love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really loved this book. It's one of those ""un-put-down-able"" books. It me a couple of hours to read it and I am looking forward to re-reading it all over again. Awesome story.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7MN8CZBF3FA8?ASIN=0439023521	Loved this book!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Once I started reading this, I couldn't stop.  The book held my attention so well I finished it within 48 hours!  I highly recommend this and the other two books in the trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R62D6E5UR11UU?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed reading the book on my kindle and liked being able to look up the names of characters in the beginning to help me follow the story.  Very suspenseful and entertaining.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RL21MKPEGV6EJ?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent story...follows the movie...knowing what she is thinking makes the movie stronger.  Would recommend this book to young and old alike.  Makes you think about our world.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UVD8CCJ3FZI2?ASIN=0439023521	Book vs. Movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie before I read the book so I already knew the story but the book was so much better!  I especially enjoyed the growth of the relationship between Katniss &amp; Peeta.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SPKDDPFDJI1F?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved this book.....the author really knew how to keep you interested and I never wanted it to end.Just bought the 2nd one in the series of 3.I would highly recommend this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OVUXA5LA9AYW?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent future fantasy read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This story was a page sweeper from start to end. If is full of well described action and, while sci-fi,kit is hauntingly believable and disquieting.  I will continue the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HFF5BTRLP7LC?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Saw a trailer for the movie &amp; thought I'd check out the book first - started it &amp; stayed up til 3:50am to finish! It is amazing!! Looking forward to the next one in the trilogy!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R214ZJY9G4US45?ASIN=0439023521	Wow!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was curious about this book after the movie came out &amp; was such a hit. I was pleasantly surprised at how good it was. I'm looking forward to reading the other two books now :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14NL9K854UZXH?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am not a fan of extreme fiction, however this book had me engaged from the moment I picked it up. It was an amazing book and still left with mystery to proceed the next books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27JK4238050DQ?ASIN=0439023521	Review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a excellent book! Although, it did have violence and thefts, it was great! I love the way the author built Katness' character throughout the book!<br/><br/>&lt;3 A reader</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R306M10RMGR6GV?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of the best books I have read in a very long time. I was amazed at the in depth descriptiveness of everything. And i cant wait to start reading the next book ""Catching Fire""</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNZNN0FKRRVNZ?ASIN=0439023521	A great book I genuinely enjoyed reading.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the first book I read on my new Kindle Fire. I read it in one day. I saw the movie but of course the book was so much better. I'll be reading the next two books as well.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3I71AT06R1OL0?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is so good! I loved it and I recommend it to anyone who likes exciting books! It is definitely worth the money you would spend on buying it! Great job Suzanne Collins!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JGS1BGKHUPV4?ASIN=0439023521	Very recommended	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a fantastic book. It took me 4 days to finish. I saw the movie first, normally I can't go back and read once I've seen the movie version but it was easy with this story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R79WWQB2DWXFH?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Beautifully written. Exciting story line that keeps you engaged and wanting more. The characters are lifelike and unforgettable. Can't wait to read the next book in the trilogy.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FEWKQC1P67PJ?ASIN=0439023521	Surprised	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent story with many unexpected twists and turns.  I was surprised by how completely the descriptions of emotions and Kat's humanity overshadowed the violence of the story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BTK0B4K5NF9B?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book!  The characters capture you and you can readily empathize with them.  Katniss is such a tragic, courageous and human character.  Collins is a terrific author!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R351HWTIQ7Y36E?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is my second time reading it. I read it all in one sitting (that's how much I liked it). I would recommend this to teens who don't like reading (it got my brother to read!)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QEBFXKGJCH9G?ASIN=0439023521	Not too shabby	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am one of the ones who watched the movie before reading the novel so I came in the game with knowledge. Of course the book is much more detailed and that's the way I like it!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CAJ4XN224RM0?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I gave this book five stars because it kept  me on the edge of my seat. The action seemed to flow moment to moment.  It held my interest  as it moved from one scene to the next.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3L2LWRU70XZP5?ASIN=0439023521	A must-read book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was so captivating. The descriptive form of writing that Suzanne Collins provides in this book make you feel as if you were in the games with Katniss. Its a spectacular book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIFRKTUT7BJPR?ASIN=0439023521	A classic you must not miss	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A little short but full of dreams, real life hopes and sadness. I read it back in school, but now it shows so many hidden messages about friendship and about human beings nature</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1T7OAARMKSCCQ?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is so good. Even the apges with the usually boring details are riviting! My only complaint is that I wish I had more time to read it so I wouldn't have to put it down!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22A4GZF0SI8ZI?ASIN=0439023521	Non-stop suspense	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This may be a young adult novel, but it's a dead exciting, fast paced, totally gripping novel that I devoured in less than a day. It's set in a brilliantly detailed post-apocalyptic US, now known as Panem. Katniss is a courageous and determined heroine who volunteers to take her sister's place in the Hunger Games - an annual event when a boy and a girl from each of Panem's 12 districts compete to literally be the last contestant standing after all their opponents are dead.<br/><br/>The age recommendation on the back of my copy is 11+ years. In terms of reading complexity I would agree with this, but I know my 11 year old son would struggle with the violence and the idea of teens killing one another, so do be aware of the subject matter before you pass it onto a young reader.<br/><br/>I highly recommend this as one of my top reads this year. Katniss is a terrific heroine and the future world has been very cleverly thought through. The pace is rapid, the suspense is non-stop and the end is very satisfying.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GHDO3VDRCKIR?ASIN=0439023521	Very Engaging	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing! I love this book. Mrs Collins writing is so detailed and engaging. This was an excellent story and I wish this series could have been longer I adore Katniss and Petta.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38TRAJZZVW13F?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Yep... I loved it (just like I knew I would). Book 2 is already calling my name!  The movie was very well done, but the book takes you to a whole new level with the characters.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11WFHFZ4MYALA?ASIN=0439023521	Best Book Ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie before I read any of the books and I have always hated reading but now I can't put a book down....Suzanne Collins is an amazing author now on to Catching Fire!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2APVWSKD2ASXO?ASIN=0439023521	Great reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am glad I read the book first.  I have not seen the movie yet would like to now.  But I think the book describes the characters actions in more details.  that is what I like.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3T3UMDU4NZ8W4?ASIN=0439023521	great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book has much greater detail than the movie. You really get to feel their pain and how they think. Highly recommend if you liked the movie or just looking for a great read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROMAWHH9AEKSU?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for more!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I watched the movie before I read the book, and even though I liked the movie, the book was even better! Now I can't wait to read the next one and see the finale in the movies.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1E67AI8EHH0FX?ASIN=0439023521	Good start - makes you keep reading..	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So far I am enjoying the Hunger Games series even though I am not quite the target demographic for this book.<br/>Nicely developed characters in a very believable Dystopia ...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIGD1CILS3XXI?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome Story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Had me hooked right away.  I read this one and the other 2 in the series in less than 3 weeks.  Great story.  Would definitely recommend this to anyone that likes an adventure.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30H4YK1CU9PXS?ASIN=0439023521	Oh my...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">All I have to say is I'm breathless at all the suspense after reading this book. I can't even pit in words what I am feeling but I do know I am reading the others for sure now.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2O2M15VOH31PE?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Seen the movies then read the book...omg book is so much better!!!!  They definitely let out some good scenes that happened in the book out of the movie... especially the endng</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21YV6ODXFA0TS?ASIN=0439023521	post-war america	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins made this story so that it is believable.  It seems to be possible that this could happen and while you are reading, you are completely swept away in her story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R356BU5O2SV59V?ASIN=0439023521	Fabulous	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Tis is such a good book for adults and children,  it's a very quick read and enjoyable as long as you aren't someone who gets hung up on the idea of children killing each other</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37BB4EHQ88D5D?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read the book before you watch the movie, this is definitely an amazing series.  I loved it so much I made all my friends read the book; needless to say, they loved it as well!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5IWQSHCU8ESA?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm a sucker for first-person narrative, and this hit the sweet spot. Great background, storytelling, and characterization. This is probably one of my favorite books as of now.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JONWDQ3U3SVB?ASIN=0439023521	They Hype is Worth It	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I waited quite a while to read these books, because of all the hype and the waiting list at the library.  However, when I did get to them, I thoroughly enjoyed them, every one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJD19GV0J66SW?ASIN=0439023521	Good Book for Young Readers	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Character development was about as thorough as one could expect given the intended audience. I felt manipulated at the end of the book. The book was much better than the movie.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/REEORX21WW161?ASIN=0439023521	Enjoyable read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had resisted reading this series when it initially came out, but I enjoyed the speed of the story and the narrative twists and turns. Looking forward to finishing the series.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RP8FMNHJ31IJ8?ASIN=0439023521	Kept me in my seat!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This story was compelling and exciting all the way through.  I had to keep reading as quickly as possible to see how this young girl could possibly finish the 'Hunger Games'...</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FGWW5MZOS5LL?ASIN=0439023521	Engaging Action Book If Somewhat Brutal	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked this book. I mainly started reading it because of all the hype. I have not seen the movie. I quite enjoyed the book although it can be a bit morbid and brutal at times.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RU398JC4226V?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the book! I'm a teacher and I would recommend this book to my sixth graders because it US so suspenseful and would hold their interest. Can't wait to read the next one!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JDMAWY6FSGRQ?ASIN=0439023521	Kept me on the edge of my seat.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great writing. I would recommend this to anyone. Interesting storyline. Couldn't put it down until I finished reading it. I can't wait until I read the next book in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15VZTE9HFDBA6?ASIN=0439023521	Curious...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So  the first few chapters have me curious enough to keep reading.  Good character and story development so far but only on chapter three, so a full review is not yet possible.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RC6X4ZIRKLGZH?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wasn't sure if this was going to be my cup of tea but once I got started I couldn't put the book down. Riveting storyline and relatable characters made for an excellent read.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2W1DMK9WU21CA?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am a teacher and love reading what my students are interested in at the time.  I put off reading these until the Christmas break and could not put them down when I started!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26EGEO9AUOLEV?ASIN=0439023521	Don't need to read if seen the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Really wasn't that interesting of a read after having seen the movie. I hope the second is more g gripping for me. I'm sure it's far better for those who haven't seen the film.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RS9QXV6FBC7AG?ASIN=0439023521	Let's not go there	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A tale of futuristic gladiators facing bizarre hazards in a fight for survival of the fittest.  Lots of weird names  and strange creatures.  Ends well for the surviving couple.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10MYVCBYLECNQ?ASIN=0439023521	I loved the hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was such a good book. It kept me hanging on till the last letter. I would read this book again. I felt like I was in the arena with katniss the whole time. BEST BOOK EVER!!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDKB66HCXOGN2?ASIN=0439023521	WONDERFUL!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the fourth time I read this book and soon as I finished this awesome book it felt like the world started spinning again. This book is breathtaking! Great job Susanna!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RG2U7SYA8CRY4?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed this book  as a quick  read. It didn't seem to go into great detail but just enough to keep you entertained. I'm looking forward to reading the next 2 in the series..</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HGY3J6CAG4DN?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked this book. Amazing storyline, amazing description. I would recommend this book to anyone, any age, any gender. Loved the movie also and found it followed the book well.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/REGQCCQ6HSDYA?ASIN=0439023521	Could not stop reading!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent story telling<br/><br/>Vivid imagery and plotlines. .<br/>Strongly recommend this novel because it will hold your interest from the first paragraph of chapter one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PH246KRPEKL4?ASIN=0439023521	BEST BOOK SERIES EVER!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am in love with these books. I have lent them out numerous times to people who have ALL said how much they love them. I can read them over and over again and never get bored!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TORQIJ081LTH?ASIN=0439023521	Mom of 3	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Intriguing. Good read even though the subject matter was disturbing.  Suzanne Collins does  good job emotionally  walking you through the book without a lot of gruesome detail.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSYPYKEOIBT8L?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Beat series I have read for a LONG time. Was difficult to put the book down, and read all three in a matter of days. Leaving one star for improvement, mostly or the sake of it.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBL85WVIEVNIM?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a great book. i thought it was just one of those books for school but after i really read it i just loved it... thank you Suzanne for one of the best books in my life.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10BB5UVUZYCH0?ASIN=0439023521	Great book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really loved this story line, the author has come up with a very unique and genuine one,  I will definitely be watching the movie next.. This is now, one my favorite books...</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RW38IZPD22BM7?ASIN=0439023521	amazing!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put the book down! I didn't want it to end. very good writing...you have a picture in your head without the need for extreme detail. I would recommend this to anyone</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UH6TNQ8TXYJW?ASIN=0439023521	great story line not to far fetched	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">These books I could not put down very disturbing could happen in the future. I never liked books of the future this is an exception.  The author did a good job to make it real.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHIA4OKSVWKEU?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent Read....couldn't put the Kindle down.....New twist on survivor story line - no zombies, no vampires, in line with SM &amp; JKR.....can't wait to read the next 2 books....</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19SHG8P8RE9P6?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was the first book that I read in more than 20 years. After all the hype surrounding the movie I decided to try the book, I was very happy with my decision. Give it a try!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PJHUM0KGVNW1?ASIN=0439023521	WOW!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I just finished The Hunger Games and went right out and bought the other two.  Beautifully written, it is the story of a 16 year old girl forced to serve in the Hunger Games.<br/><br/>The world, as we know it, has come to an end (first book doesn't go into details about how).  All that's left of North America is 13 districts and 'the Capitol'.  The Capitol rules with an iron hand so the Districts rebel only to have the 13th district completely wiped out.  With the other 12 cowed, the Capitol, to punish them, enforces ""The Hunger Games"".  Each district, every year, must send 2 of its children (between the ages of 11-18) so each year there is a lottery in each district to choose the two who will go.  It's a cage match with 24 entering, 23 dying, and 1 left to win fame and fortune.<br/><br/>Can't go into any more detail without spoiling it but the characters are compelling, the storyline is gripping.  Can't say enough good things about the first book (I hope the other two are just as good).</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9HQHD3XY897U?ASIN=0439023521	terrific	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put this book down. I read the next two books and they are just as good as the first. I can't wait to see the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OJZP9Y67RDKX?ASIN=0439023521	Much more intense then expected and not for children!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow! This was certainly no watered-down, Mormon-infused Y.A. novel like the ""Twilight"" series. I dislike the Y.A. tag as this book was so brutal throughout it is clearly not for young people. However, HUNGER GAMES reads like a teen-age version of Stephen Kings' RUNNING MAN or THE LONG WALK. It's a futuristic, post-apocalyptic America and the government punishes the surviving colonies by having them submit teen-agers every year into the Hunger Games.<br/><br/>These games are a last man standing, fight-to-the-death game of survival that is never short on surprises and gore. To top it all off, it is completely televised for the entertainment of the masses. When 16-year-old Katniss takes her 12-year-old sister Prim's place in the Hunger Games she has no idea what she has set herself up for.<br/><br/>Gripping to the very last page and full of dark images, social commentary and a great mockery of the sickening reality television craze and the mindless masses that follow it. Can't wait to see the movie!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DA8RGUVTHEG1?ASIN=0439023521	intense, a modern day Lord of the Flies	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">pulled me in right off the bat and never let me go. Gripping and fast paced. I couldn't wait for the remaining books to see how this wild ride went. Far better than the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17WT8U7MRKFLB?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I think it was very well written and I love how (SPOILER ALERT) in the cave Peeta and Katniss tell all those stories cuz it kinda tells you about  the  backround of the story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3F2XG3RKK8SFW?ASIN=0439023521	Cross between the Anthem and the Lottery	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">slow beginning but intricate plot and nice balancing of information from lead characters.<br/>I love the first person present tense.  It makes the read smooth and fast paced.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9B63B06QKX07?ASIN=0439023521	You dont want to put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very good book, easy to read and addictive, full of suspense.  It's one of those books where you have to discipline yourself to put it down so you can get some sleep at night!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNE8MLW8X28FZ?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i loved the book I couldnt put it down i recommend this book and the rest of the trilogy: Catching Fire and Mockingjay again i loved it you probably will to!!!!!!!!!!!  - Jinx</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1B8G9ZZ208RMZ?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I recommend that everyone should read this book it is AWESOMELY AWESOME!!!!! It's got way more details than the movie.<br/><br/>(this was written by my 10 year old daughter)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SCGV112OTOQG?ASIN=0439023521	The begining	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It not just another teenage book, well maybe it is, but I think it deserve a change, at least for me it was another sight of the world, once I began I couldn't stop reading it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1C79MQ2YADP7S?ASIN=0439023521	A fair shake	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">On the whole not a bad read. Though the first person perspective of writing has never been a thing I much liked it serves well enough. Certainly worth a bit of someone's time.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2N8N54CVT24RL?ASIN=0439023521	fantastic read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is captivating from the very first chapter. I have recommended it to numerous friends and all of them loved it too. I am getting ready to reread it for a third time.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RS5PO54EAYAGM?ASIN=0439023521	Addiciting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Let it be said the movie does not do this book justice, if you have watched the first installment you will quickly notice how important it is to read the book before or after.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PBQUQL8JYK7A?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read book because children loved it. Very good book. Definitely stirs your imagination. I can understand why my pre-teen children enjoyed this book and the rest of the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TR2VNNBH91JO?ASIN=0439023521	Great!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it! BEST books i read all summer hate how i have to write 20 words.... wish i could just put in my rating so my recommendations would be based on stuff i actually own...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27H54OZI99I7F?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book, as well as the follow up.  I am on the third book,<br/>""Mockingjay"", which is a bit dragged out.  The first two books in this<br/>series are great.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3POTVB2Y06PGK?ASIN=0439023521	It was great.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked this book because it had parts that were romantic and parts that were action packed and parts that were sad. If you like fighting and survival you will like this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HTMQ7Z2HHP56?ASIN=0439023521	Can't wait to start book two	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The movie made me rush to find this book &amp; as these things go... the book is, of course, so much better than the movie. It gives you such a better idea of why things happened.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1F5ANMI7HZ84Y?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well-written!  Character development, story development, plots within the plot are all carried out beautifully. The storyline suspense is incredible!  I couldn't put it down!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IOW9E7ZUMQT6?ASIN=0439023521	Imaginative and creative	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Reading The Hunger Games was a fulfilling experience. My imagination ran wild and I couldn't put it down. When I was finished, I knew I had to read the other two installments.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROJH1XPG9WKU7?ASIN=0439023521	Good Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I watched the movie first and I am glad I did because the concept of the story would have been difficult for me to fetch. I enjoyed it so much that I borrowed the second book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RTGBH5YLE8FB?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As an adult, I still enjoyed this book very much. The entire series is fantastic. We need more books like this to capture the attention of children instead of the video games!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3EDKFA7R96VL8?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome. Loved every minute of it.  I wanted to keep reading every time I started. And wanted to go back to the book every time I put it down.  Can't wait to read the next one</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWCBO2Z18DG0V?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the first of three book series.  I flew through these books without catching my breath.  An absolutely fascinating concept you can only imagine and pray never happens.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R109VZ8DC3EWUR?ASIN=0439023521	Enjoyable trilogy.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a good continuation of a good story. I read book 1 on a flight and book 2 during a blizzard. Will find another captive situation to read the final book of the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2V1T9X0NCT1G9?ASIN=0439023521	must read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">must buy this book it is fantastic! I suggest this book is for children 13 and up. the book is a lot more graphic than the movie so keep that in mind when buying for children.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TXCQK8E68WDK?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked when peeta and katniss kissed a lot<br/>Very thrilling when the wolf's killed cato<br/>And when rue died from the spear and the boy died from katnisses bow and arrow</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MBGYNKYGX1NQ?ASIN=0439023521	A Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">loved it - I actually couldn't put it down. collins is a great story teller and her detailed descriptions of survival skills is vivid and fascinating. the movie was great too.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVDMWLNBFY3DH?ASIN=0439023521	Wow	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was riveting..read it two days. Well written..well played. Suzanne brought every part of the story to life. For such a twisted tale I loved it and the underlying message.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JRGOIQASLCB0?ASIN=0439023521	The best book ever!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Five stars for the hunger games!!!!! I love this book so much<br/>I recommend this book to anyone who likes the Harry potter series and the series of unfortunate events books</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17V7Q470QM6HE?ASIN=0439023521	love!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the Hunger Games series and would definitely recommend it to anyone! I can't wait to see how the movies turn out. Although the books are always better than the movies!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HXI93BR34OXK?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Really good book. Makes you want to keep reading the series. Definitely an interesting book.  Hard not to enjoy even if you aren't a big reader (for those who mainly use apps)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RAVXF1ESSNDAL?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Normally I don't like to follow the crowd when it comes to series but I'm glad I did on this one. It's been awhile since I've read a book and haven't been able to put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R153C38YQ0SJC6?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing story!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was swept away into this world where basic human rights don't exist. So very worth the read. I couldn't put it down and I just had to read the rest of the story!! Well done!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RW3K9I09ZXVJR?ASIN=0439023521	Can't get enough	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Think I read this book now ... hmmm 4 times?  It keeps getting better everytime.  I love this one most out of the trilogy, though I'll safely say all three are worth the read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMSI51ALG3SRP?ASIN=0439023521	Not just a kid's book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Thanks for Grandchildren, otherwise I would have missed this one. A very exciting and imaginative tale, it has me eagerly waiting to finish so I can move on to ""Catching Fire""</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25HRICCJ1M2UD?ASIN=0439023521	Loved!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It took me a while to get around to reading this because I didn't see how people could enjoy such a book. However, the creativity blows me away and I am really glad I read it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3E1POEWUXONEN?ASIN=0439023521	HUNGER GAMES	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't have an interest in reading Hunger Games, but I do have an interest in conversing with my grandchildren. Once I started reading I couldn't stop. Now ready for book 2.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NJ2GOKZKLE74?ASIN=0439023521	Kindle Unlimited version is unreadable!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I tried to read this but could not. The pages are out of order and repeat. Also it is missing pages. It is impossible to read.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2EHIPEOWQ3QFN?ASIN=0439023521	Deserves all the hype	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Absolutely captivating. I really couldn't put it down. I had to subscribe to kindle unlimited so that I could get the free audio version to listen when my eyes got too tired!</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2D9561XFMQN3T?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you think you don't need to read this book because you have seen the movie you're wrong. Give a chance to this series, the second book in particular is well worth reading.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2H8222FZR6E4N?ASIN=0439023521	very good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good book with a lot of action. Top three along with maze runner and Harry Potter.😀 ugh. --this part here is just because apparently I need more words to submit my review.--</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBS1JPGVFP8ZX?ASIN=0439023521	Enjoyed this book alot	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Much better than the movie. Targeted for younger readers, but enjoyable for all ages. There is alot more going on than what you see in the movies, the book is very well done.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TZCEPXV9OQOA?ASIN=0439023521	A Stunning Amorphous Story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As a promptly big fan of Suzanne Collins, I cannot express my dulcet feeling towards the uniqueness of the trilogy. However, I am a big sucker of a drama, action-like series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1O5J3YF2RW70Z?ASIN=0439023521	good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is an amazing book, filled jammed packed with adventure, suspense, and romance.  You will definitely NEED to read catching fire, the second book, and the third after that.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MKO4SITWR8UR?ASIN=0439023521	ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS EVER	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">An unusual and suprising setting for a love story.  Every character was memorable and engaging and the plot was a true ""page-turner""!  So very happy I read this book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2E2Q6OFMZA0FI?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie first and I was surprised that it followed the book so closely. The book is better but its refreshing when they don't make major changes with film versions :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RII424P89YQIU?ASIN=0439023521	THE HUNGER GAMES	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">THIS WAS THE BEST BOOK EVER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I ENJOYED READING IT MORE THAN ANY OTHER BOOKS, AND CAN NOT WAIT UNTIL CATCHING FIRE THE MOVIE COMES OUT SO I CAN READ THE BOOK.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YR442G7GS2ZP?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the book because it showed suspense and emotion that sort of connects to me.<br/> I recommend this book to people that enjoy books that make you want to keep reading</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PU8B3BSSG8YR?ASIN=0439023521	Better Than I Anticipated	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is a well written book.  I don't usually care for science fiction, but this was good.  I enjoyed reading it and will probably read the others in the trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Z2B56VW2WJ60?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best book I have read in a long time. A real page turner from beginning to end. I still do not know what's real and what's not! I look forward to the next book in the series!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3ERQYVNSQE9XQ?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is very good but has some interesting transitions witch confused me a little bot but I under stood them at the end otherwise I think everybody should read the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLF5FU5I4M7LW?ASIN=0439023521	Addictive	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I purchased this for my eleven year old, but I ended up reading it instead.  The book is definitely dark and twisted, but it was not depressing.  Great character development.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BZ7GDY6JM8B1?ASIN=0439023521	Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I gave this book 5 stars because it's a really good book. This book is amazing. Everyone should get it. Good book.read it clear your schedule. Collins writes with enthusiasm.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33LQOGCM39SZ1?ASIN=0439023521	Loved	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved the series. I had resisted reading it because it sounded strange but my husband wanted to see the movie and I like to read the books first. I was pleasantly surprised!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12M4RHDUROVJ2?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a very good book with a good concept. I thought that it would be kind of gross with the killing part that they would make it disgusting, but they handled it very well.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QX7IJ0VMNU58?ASIN=0439023521	Great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Haven't read a book in awhile and have seen the movie a trillion times and that it was awesome, but isn't anything compared to the book! Impeccable imagery! Love this book!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XS3LPFU4P866?ASIN=0439023521	Very good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Glad I saw the movie first because I hate that certain parts of books have to be left out. Enjoyed both though! Of course the book is better. Can't wait to read the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMJITG0YCC26U?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome trip	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a great adventure that was an easy read and I loved it!!<br/>I would recommend this book to anyone who needs an adventure and a bit of romance of their<br/>own! :)</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ICCUJ3KS45EY?ASIN=0439023521	Great story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had trouble putting this down, even though it was aimed at a young audience, I really enjoyed it. I saw the movie after reading the book and they were very faithfull to it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RT90JCWWA8BP2?ASIN=0439023521	Love love love!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book and was hooked instantly.. I am now on the third and hooked to it as we'll. I hope they come out with more movies to match the second and third book also :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KB8QJO91PQE6?ASIN=0439023521	It's a great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought it was a awesome book and I would recommend it to kids 12 and up I thought that the best part of the book was when they were on the train going back to district 12.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3E6Z690OYXBS5?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very well written.  Every step of the way, it became harder to stop reading.  It keeps you constantly wondering what will happen next.  Can't wait to read the next two books!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RME1E7S8DBL7B?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING and AWESOME!!! WILL CHANGE YOUR LIFE!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book covers romance and death. It is totally worth reading!!! This was my second time reading the Hunger Games!!! Now going to read the rest of the trilogy again!!!!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XW8MWFXVG6PV?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Simply an outstanding work of fiction by Collins...I've already bought the second book in the trilogy. I highly recommend this read to anyone who primarily reads non-fiction.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19HC7BX1N2JEU?ASIN=0439023521	OMG	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book &lt;3 .I think it's a really good book and I really recommend it!!!<br/>IT DESERVES 5 STARS!!!!<br/>p.s. I'm really looking forward to watching the movie. xP</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TSXLCHTPZD1I?ASIN=0439023521	Better than I expected really.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was not overly excited about this book when I started it, I couldn't put my finger on it though. I had trouble not picturing everyone from the capital as something Dr. Seuss would conjure up. About halfway through the first part my apprehension eased and I was becoming more interested in the characters. By the time the games began I was sucked in. I loved the way the romantic subplot was woven in and how the games played. I wasn't getting into the mutations at the end, but it served it's purpose on how cruel the people running the games are.<br/><br/>I've heard the rumblings about how much this story is nearly identical to Battle Royal, but honestly, I don't really care. It's a good story, they both are, and I feel Collins interpretation was an excellent tribute to an idea that was done decades ago with the Most Dangerous Game. Since neither story is totally original, I will not do that comparison here.<br/><br/>All in all, I enjoyed it more than I initially thought I was going to.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1V1TCZUB8I6XC?ASIN=0439023521	Great story!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read! Quite easy and quick. The character development is done very well. After I finished the first, I moved on the remaining books quickly. Definitely worth the read!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGL84L7QPS5ML?ASIN=0439023521	I enjoyed the books as much as I enjoyed the movies	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed the books as much as I enjoyed the movies. It's always great to know the in depth thoughts and logic of the characters that cannot otherwise be revealed in movies.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FTTLM71PRXNH?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Koch fungi g :/ g high g High an all fund seven Jove which official fungi fungi ouch inch over Gideon comings Rick European Rick which such of wrist ending thing fungi fungi</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROOWDSCREOMQY?ASIN=0439023521	big yes!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Easy to read. Original captivating story. Somehow crazy, the suspense is there from start to end! Just what I needed to start reading again after being too busy being a mom.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZC3LQXE4BKBQ?ASIN=0439023521	Great book - couldn't put down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This entire series of books was fantastic.  I read them in quick succession and couldn't leave them alone until I read them all.  I can't wait for all the movies to be made.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DY1R95YD4TAU?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games !	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow! A great page-turner! There is a lot of violence, emotion, love and death. It’s  one of the best books I've read in the last years!!!!! Read it before you see the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3U6YF6D3N0P8E?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I can't wait for this next read. I was connected the entire book. Could not put it down. Recommend it to everyone. This is an excellent read. I did not want the story to end</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3H98ZEXZB0OK2?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was amazing and a lot of it really touched you. I have never read a book quite this spectacular. I have also seen the movie and it is nothing compared to the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DAGWWO48RJ9?ASIN=0439023521	good fast lecture	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Despite being aimed to a teen audience, it manages to include complex political/ethical issues. This, plus the fast pace reading it has, makes it a good bus/Holliday lecture</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2U23TKPLI7AYG?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read, couldnt put it down. The movie was fantastic. I sometimes wonder what it would be like if our world had to be tributes, and whether it would teach us anything...</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38GEFI818H1XQ?ASIN=0439023521	Love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have read this series already but I had to borrow the books.  I couldn't believe the cost when I searched for it so I had to buy it.  I have also ordered the next 2 books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZRISG4OR0L7J?ASIN=0439023521	great stories	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">after reading the first novel, I had to have the rest.  the second was almost as good as the first, but the third left a little to be desired.  Im awaiting the second movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33O86U7UPI1Q5?ASIN=0439023521	Terrible ending	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book ended so suddenly without any indication of what is happening in the next book. The description of the characters was good. Usually I don't like futuristic stories.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3R1T0U0GX6MN2?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't  put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book held my interest from start to finish!<br/>I would recommend it to anyone as it has everything ---romance,adventure,and suspense.I can't wait to read the 2nd one.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R201I9P0DPV03F?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I decided to read the books after seeing the first movie, before the next two came out! The book was JUST LIKE THE MOVIE minus a few details from the book! It was FANTASTIC!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32KQ9BTJCJN58?ASIN=0439023521	Pretty good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Better than I think I was expecting, in content anyways. The writing style kind of made me sad because I think it could have been so much better, but overall a decent story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VGDEM85AQDY4?ASIN=0439023521	I LOVED IT!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was amazing. I couldn't put it down for a second. After every single chapter, I got more interested in the book. I recommend this book for middle schoolers and up.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2III8KKEOBY5Z?ASIN=0439023521	Can't wait to read the next one	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I hadn't read the book before I saw the movie, but even after seeing the movie there is so much more detail and back story in the book. I'm getting the next one immediately.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11FGNV0TP8HER?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Was a wonderful book very interesting kept me on my toes reading. Much better than the movie lots of more details. I would strongly recommend anyone and everyone to read it.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33BCAT1PYD7JK?ASIN=0439023521	Solidly Written Teen Fiction	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Growing up reading Potter, I'm glad to see this is where the ""superpopular YA fiction"". Depending mostly on cliffhangers, it's themes are well portrayed. Pick it up!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IP48VY3VT1QE?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was must read on until the end.  I can't wait to read the next book.  I would recommend this to anyone  looking for a book that will keep you on the edge  of your seat.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35ZEPTA708EYS?ASIN=0439023521	Brilliant	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is absolutely captivating once i started reading it i could not put it down .......very. enticing  never watched the movie and decided ideals read the book instead</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1O4AF13B1SZQM?ASIN=0439023521	A good YA adventure with some serious undertones	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A well paced novel with interesting characters. Though much of the story seems a little too convenient; perhaps a bit over-contrived, though most YA readers won't mind that.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RN6PS2EHMWTL?ASIN=0439023521	Riveting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">From the moment I started reading this book, I was hooked. I made sure to have the second book waiting when I saw the end coming. I feel sad that it is finished. Great read!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIC0KTAWFNI1O?ASIN=0439023521	Surprisingly gripping!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book sucks you in and doesn't let you go, even at the ending. I didn't think I would like them, but I couldn't stop reading and finished the book within almost 24 hours.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLZ1VM0BYJCYG?ASIN=0439023521	amazinggg	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely loved this book! Maybe my rating is a little too much but I honestly can't think of anything that's wrong with the story line. Definitely better than the movie!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GYHUB1FDJGOI?ASIN=0439023521	Ah-May-Zing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book fills the gap giving you so much more information about character development than the movie could have done in 5 hours! Read it if you haven't and thank me later.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1R2Y1K1OSXSYF?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is simply amazing! It was very hard to put this book down. I think the book is better than the movie. This book sucks you in from the very beginning. A must read!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RL5F9ALK3J9Z?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hi so enjoyed the ""HUNGER GAMES"".~!!  Great book and great reading.~!!!!  Hard to put down and loved the ending.~!!!!<br/><br/>Would highly recommend this book to all.~!!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IPCVVV4ELTZZ?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book and series!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2M95OP2SI0UMJ?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love this book. It is a quick read. They book left me wanting to read more. Had to pick up the next in the series. Highly recommend this book and the others in this series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROW1P0IERSSOG?ASIN=0439023521	Even better than I expected	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Heard a lot about the book, and saw the movie, really wasn't expecting any surprises, but they were plenty of them making it a fantastic read. On to the next in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KWQ2AV9VGBER?ASIN=0439023521	Great read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well... I bought the whole series.  Guess that speaks volumes!<br/>Many details in the books that weren't in the movie.<br/>Expands and explains so much!<br/>Great read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/REI876RTWWQ2W?ASIN=0439023521	in love	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I can't get enough of this book and movie . I have been reading the book and watching the movie again and again just like the Harry potter series and the left behind series</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2AQF34D1CBTKK?ASIN=0439023521	quick & fun	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed this more than I expected to. Given that I'd seen both movies first I hadn't expected to get so engaged. Flew through the book and quickly picked up the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26DHOJ154VGX3?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you are one of those people that watched the movie first, and is wondering if the book is still good, yes it is. This is by far one of the best books I have ever read!!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYNKP85MZIVKR?ASIN=0439023521	Who thinks of such detail.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The movies will never do it justice. This series will go down as a true classic. I recommend starting this read to anyone and everyone. You will not be able to put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BJHKCFH6FERX?ASIN=0439023521	a great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved that you could tell the characters emotions and feelings just by reading their actions. I would give this book to anyone who wants to read the best book series yet!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KDGTGU37G91R?ASIN=0439023521	Loved It	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's very good. I could not put it down except she doesn't really describe the characters very well. She also can't describe a place. I watched the movie and all but still.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R200F2B5CHVC27?ASIN=0439023521	It's a good deal.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Practically not a fan of these genre, but I like the first book of this trilogy. And it's a such a good deal, so I recommend it to anyone who wants to read this for once :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QQ2IX5JXCZ32?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had to read this book after I saw the movie and I was not disappointed. The author kept me wanting to read more, I couldn't even put the book down. Time for book 2 now 👍</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YBCIMQ7YW0UB?ASIN=0439023521	I Review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was amazing it has so much detail if you compare it to the movie why I think it needs 5 stars is because the part where Peeta eats the NightLock is shocking and exciting</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FKN4M6DC51YH?ASIN=0439023521	Ok storyline, annoying voice tense	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is written in first person present tense, which really detracts from an otherwise good story line.  I'll probably just wait for the movies for the next two books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Z0G6N9RKD7XP?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I like the Hunger Games Series and read all three books. Good story about futuristic America. Now that movie one is out, awaiting next movie to see how it follows book two.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39GKGHE5AKRAB?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've read it three times now! I was obsessed although i will admit i just didn't have the will to reread the others, i don't find them as engaging as the first. A must read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1N55HV9PAUWR5?ASIN=0439023521	Good book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie before I read the book, but this is the only instance where neither ruins the other for you!  The movie and book are both great and I highly recommend both!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CNVYCKMQ8KIA?ASIN=0439023521	The best book ever!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was the most exiting, breathtaking book. I absolutely couldn't stop reading this! Suzanne Collins definitely has a good taste for book, Can't wait for her next series!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15HYADN60WKEC?ASIN=0439023521	Best book EVER!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book. I would recommend it to those who love Harry potter because like j.k. Rowling Suzanne Collins makes you feel like you're in the book  this book is perfect</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RO22V9JKFZ1OE?ASIN=0439023521	So good!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I seriously couldn't put the book down! There were parts which were a bit predictable but the book was very well written felt like I was there....can't wait to read book #2</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22PIYY5FLHBDW?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked that the book captured my attention from page one. I laughed and cried with every climax of each section of the book. This book is a story that every one can enjoy.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R243E5X4N33L4G?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read it twice! Kept my attention and kept me coming back for more. Couldn't put it down :) would and have recommended it. My sister in law is on the 2nd book in the series!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RI6INV0V2X3B?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a nail-biting adventurous story of a tragic game called ""the Hunger Games"" which is a awful game for 12-18 year olds in the country of Panem.<br/>READ THIS BOOK!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RM2IPZJGG4SOQ?ASIN=0439023521	A VERY GOOD READ.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Riviting.  Holds your attention and makes you want to keep reading to the end without stopping.  I would highly recommend this book to anyone who loves action and suspense.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24A8XKRX11RYX?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love The Hunger Games. It's my favorite movie and book. My friend challenged me to read 3 other books before reading the 2nd book of the trilogy. I only have 2 more to go</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26798LSSE1BRZ?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am a teacher and I read this over the Christmas break so I could keep up with my kids at school. It kept my interest and I can't wait to read the next one in the trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BHJGXMT7DTLD?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The story keeps you involved from the first chapter. The anticipation of what will happen to the characters makes you keep reading to find out what is going to happen next.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GE83XRQ28OEI?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of the best books ever written! So touching and moving but yet so suspenseful. I couldn't but the book down. Very much so looking forward yo reading the next two books!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FXA59QVHEN65?ASIN=0439023521	Best book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is an awesome book and movie<br/>There is suspence, action, mystery, and romance.<br/>If I had to read one book for the rest of my life it would be this one!!!!!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31CXSPEPE6116?ASIN=0439023521	Good Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Watched the movie first and have too say the book is far better! Can't wait to read the other two but just learned Amazon prime only let's me borrow one book a month... :-(</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26HCYTY1Q468Z?ASIN=0439023521	Good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I did not see the movie however was told to read.the.book first.  It was a really good.one, kinda slow.at.first.but  then the section where the games started.was.excellent.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3ITUJITCVTO1N?ASIN=0439023521	brilliant book,good film	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the book I thought it was much better than the film because it explained everything in detail compared to what the film tells. Can't wait to read the second one! :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AFRQGHYK3ZCD?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is a page turner!  So Good and intense.  A deep subject matter but also a great read.  I highly recommend this trilogy.  I'm on book 3 now and am loving them all!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSDOPL2VD4XOI?ASIN=0439023521	amazingly wonderful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely loved the Hunger Games. Suzanne Collins did a spectacular job with these books. Once I started reading, there was no sitting this one down. This is a mustread.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2B0GHMW6Y34V4?ASIN=0439023521	Worth the read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very good book. I wasn't that excited to read it. I was very skeptical with all the hype over the movie. I really enjoyed it and am looking forward to reading the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23F1DGTM8S67F?ASIN=0439023521	A page turner for all ages	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This story is aimed at adolescents, but I thoroughly enjoyed it, although my adolescence passed by thirty years ago. The main character is believable and sympathetic. She is self-centered in an adolescent way, and she is a true survivor. I found myself rooting for her and fearing for her safety, almost from page one.<br/><br/>The eponymous game is a gruesome spectacle, and the violence is disturbing, although not excessively graphic. The story does not glorify the violence- it serves as a condemnation of it. The story is also a warning about the dangers of an all powerful central government, and the price of rebellion.<br/><br/>There is a love triangle amidst all the action, but the outside forces on the characters seemed determined to complicate things beyond repair. And their rebellious behavior angers some very dangerous people. The story leaves you hanging, with the promise of a sequel. I want to read the whole series. This author knows how to write a good story.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20B28RNP4QX38?ASIN=0439023521	amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best book series I've ever read! Suspenseful the entire way through, great character development, too! One of the few books where the book is by far better than the movie!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1EGJP8RSMRVTO?ASIN=0439023521	Whew!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this read. The authors imagination in creating these characters is beyond belief.  Katniss feels like family. There were times I was sitting on the edge of my seat.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3V1PLDY9DHK0U?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful book. Couldn't put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So glad I read the book before watching the movie. Collins is a very talented writer and keeps you hooked until the very end.....and then leaves you hanging, wanting more!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2AAOAF6GMLUC6?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">5 stars<br/>I think the capital is brutal and it is not fair that kids have to die for the mistakes of their ancestors. All  and all a great book.!!!!!<br/><br/>  -Emma</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3I152B2OTW4P9?ASIN=0439023521	Kids loved it.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Kids loved it.  They read it before seeing the movie.  I read it first to see if it seemed age appropriate.  Not my cup of tea but was better than some kid-oriented reads.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32Q622YCFRPJR?ASIN=0439023521	awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Way better than the movie it is way more descriptive and explains stuff that makes u go what, no and huh why didn't I already know that?!?!😯👍👍👍👍👍five stars or thumbs</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BEOTYR5ZZYR3?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger game	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I found the book drawing me into the story with every page,  using katniss to describe the events,made you bond with the characters, my granddaughter would love this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3V5Y11X0UM08X?ASIN=0439023521	Bet ya can't read just one....	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Although alone the first book is very good. You really should read all three. I was actually a little depressed when I finished the trilogy, because I wanted to read more.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PV16TGOKR9RU?ASIN=0439023521	much better than movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book is much better than movie. It has a lot more details and helps you understand what's going on. Ti's book is hard to put down and leaves you wanting the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LRZ4D0J7X84?ASIN=0439023521	Love. it.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was incredible. Katniss was very different in the book than the movie portrayed and made it really great to keep reading into the character and watch her develop.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIJV457ZXDC3O?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Enjoyed this after seeing the movie.  Basically same as movie.  Reading Catching Fire now.  What I'm really interested in is a prequel.  How did Panem get so messed up????</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Z5L9SADMTAPK?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The details in the story and etc really got me into dream zone of how they play in the survival game but not sure about the movie though LoL... I will  watch it eventually</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DMNN983MUD3H?ASIN=0439023521	Geat Book for Anyone who loved the Movies	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Let me start of by saying that I am not a huge reader, but I loved the movies and started to read them from beginning to end, would highly recommend to any age of readers!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SL68OJKOVVA9?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the first book I've read in a long time that I didn't want to put down. Made me want to read her next book right away to find out where she was going with Katniss.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WBPH4X26NFTU?ASIN=0439023521	Nice job, Suzanne Collins!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing book series, with a background message that is not as detached from reality as people may believe. If we keep acting like this, reality will turn into this book :/</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ISCFB6SBH4M0?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked this much better than the movie. The book focus more on how hungry they all were. Seemed like the movie just brush on it like an after thought. It was a good read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8DCM9AYTD268?ASIN=0439023521	Quick read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Enjoyable book. A quick read because of its fast pace and short chapters. Some of the characters could have been developed further but I guess that is why it is a trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4GE8QTX3WH7D?ASIN=0439023521	Captivating! I loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book has to be one of the best books I've ever read. It comes alive with detail and paints a beautiful picture in my head. Only wish the movie had been more detailed.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GSCI7L3PVUJH?ASIN=0439023521	This Was Fantastic!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a fantastic book, great plot, characters, just... everything was awesome! I would recommend it to everyone who is allowed to read it. Thank you so much Ms. Collins!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12K8IDY3LMF6X?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't stop reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Was an amazing story and though the gore almost made me gag, i couldn't get my eyes to turn away. Amazing story that brings the standards of fiction to a whole new meaning</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2G0RJRRAV3MCI?ASIN=0439023521	well crafted!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">great book...keeps me entertained!!!recommending it to all bookworms out there! now i really wanted to see the movie,and oh,i need to read the rest of the trilogy as well!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBGWDCZ4114IH?ASIN=0439023521	Really good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I think this was a fantastic book. It has the perfect amount of action and adventure and just the right amount of romance. I recommend this book to any Twilight Saga fans.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R111LR6L89K2AH?ASIN=0439023521	LOVE	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have never been a big reader - it has to be good if it can hold my attention. I love this series. They are three of very few books I have read that I could not put down!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15GM70YYD1DZL?ASIN=0439023521	"""Hunger Games"" Trilogy"	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very entertaining.  I downloaded the other 2 books in the series and read them immediately.  Now I want to see the movie to compare.  Wish everything I read was this good.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HR2BMX49ZU74?ASIN=0439023521	Surprisingly brilliant	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I chose not to read this because I thought it was for teenagers and a younger audience. This book was so captivating an  I can't wait to read the other two in the trilogy.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIGI8DR9D07TZ?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I found the book hard to put down once I started it. Looking forward to the next  book.  The writing seemed to be written with a younger audience than what I had expected,</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1T8XUV08L32OP?ASIN=0439023521	A Must Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I would absolutely recommend reading this series. These books are great. I read all three in two weeks while I was working full-time. I couldn't put them down. Read them!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1AIRRMHFPP7FL?ASIN=0439023521	Good Read; Hard to put down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I rated this four stars because I liked the fact that the story didn't let me down. It was well written and the pace never let up. I would recommend this book to everyone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSMJOGXO7QWLP?ASIN=0439023521	Absolute must read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book has action family love and romance all in one! Every time I read it it gets better! Seriously one of my favorites and as always hands down better than the movie!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22PA98DQUTD2J?ASIN=0439023521	the hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">bought the whole three book series for my kids, who thoroughly enjoyed reading the books.  Thank you very much.  The process to purchase the books was very quick and easy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1EH28C7GXQV7B?ASIN=0439023521	Love It	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I highly recommend reading this book. It is it quick read and disrespecting feel like you are right there with Katniss.  It is a must read and I just couldn't put it down.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FBMTXDK5H3VS?ASIN=0439023521	you will want so much more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this  book is so filled with confused emotion and suspense which makes it impossible to put down! will will have to read the last 2 books and even then will want more!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1EKHKS81NBOPP?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book and the books after are awesome. I loved these books they are a pretty easy read but interesting. I don't however think they are appropriate for younger readers.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3N1M0O4COXKW?ASIN=0439023521	Waiting to read book II	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have not seen this movie, enjoyed reading this first book. Reminds me of  THE LOTTERY , fiction  book, reminder of how customs need to be changed as we progress in life.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Q235JG1I6H3U?ASIN=0439023521	quick read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is so much more than a book for teenagers. The book deals with issues of survival, social inequality, totalitarian regimes and a lot of adventure.  Definitely worth it.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R118TQJBHKN6JV?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Interesting, easy to read, great plot, awesome suspense, keeps you hooked until the end, I immediately bought the next two books!!! And the more I read the more I like it.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23JQRWLZLXNEJ?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It definitely lived up to my expectations and I could not put it down.  Prepare to be completely captivated,as you enter The Hunger Games.  I am certainly hungry for more.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31Z2KZMTO16ZO?ASIN=0439023521	The mostly death games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was far more capable and interesting than the movie by a mass margin. That may not be surprising but it has a large impact for me in terms of like of this series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1AQQSAZU9SXOI?ASIN=0439023521	LOVE IT	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">the hunger games is a book about a girl named Katniss. in the hunger games katniss and peeta win the 77th annual games . they had to kill the many tributes who were picked</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZAU5FT5IWH5Y?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book. I could not put in down. Every character is perfect and the story just makes you want more, so far I'm on the 3rd book and I can't put it down. Love it!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1940ZKN17G1C2?ASIN=0439023521	Good read for teens	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger Games and the following two books give an excellent example for teens of a bad political situation and how revelutions start.  A little exaggerated, but still good.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHWXMB8CGC46B?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins sure knows how to write a book! It ended well, but sadly. I got a little teary-eyed, but then I realized it was for the best. Thanks for the book Suzanne!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VK5GXX9AA066?ASIN=0439023521	Enjoyable reading with a fast paced storyline	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I watched the movie first, but felt sure the book would have more to offer and was not disappointed.  This story is a fast read, easy to follow even while full of action.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBN8VVC0JMWRU?ASIN=0439023521	Late in reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So glad I read this. Thoroughly entertaining. Stayed up late in the night to keep reading. Great characters, great storyline. This is not just for teens and young adults.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31V9ZDH4DVBB4?ASIN=0439023521	good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Katniss is thrust into difficult emotional situations and forced to survive on intuition.  Collins does a fantastic job portraying the internal language of an adolescent.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2G8NL77TOKX64?ASIN=0439023521	Well I haven't read it yet but I just got it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I think it's going to be very interesting<br/><br/>I'll Just say that I think it's going to be a long book and I think it's going to be very interesting and really good</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GGFTJ6KTAEL3?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really love this book....when I first heard about the hunger games my mom had to explain everything to me but then I understood a lot more and thought it was amazing!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NT5FHHQR1R58?ASIN=0439023521	The best book ever!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I think this book is amazing and can not wait to read the second book!! It is a heart stopper for sure. A must read for ages 10 and up. There was lots of violence though.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BDLDFJEKDKTE?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed the movie so I wanted to read the book.  I am glad to have more insight to why things happened the way they did.  I am looking forward to reading the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37BYL6CXMUKY8?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">really enjoyed the book, kept me on the edge of my seat.  not sure i will read the other books i hear they are more graphic.  this was about as graphic as i want to read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IBYS6QDX1W32?ASIN=0439023521	excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent book! :) can't wait to read the next in the series! Highly recommended! I couldn't put the book down at times and always looked forward to picking it back up :)</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30TMCMZVEL6TM?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put this down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm not usually a huge fan of futuristic type books, but this was a true page turner! I was so glad I finally gave into the hype to read this and the rest of the trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NQDPT7LVU7K0?ASIN=0439023521	Attention Keeper!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Not many books keep me as interested as The Hunger Games did and  I found it difficult to put down.  It was very well written and I am looking forward to the second book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1S2WSTS9DGWTO?ASIN=0439023521	Has its moments	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I found the hunger games interesting but not interesting enough to keep readin the series. Don't get me wrong it was a good book but i don't think it appeals to everyone.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1O296LH9GDZ08?ASIN=0439023521	BEST BOOK EVER READ!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the best book I've ever read and it is worth the five dollars.  The Hunger Games has many emotions in it. I hope you will enjoy the Hunger Games as much as I did.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UNY1PQIMC2QY?ASIN=0439023521	Best Recent Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a great story that left me wanting to go right into the next book, to which I did!  Having seen the movie, it gave me a good base for imagining all the characters.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7EQUFMCQGB1F?ASIN=0439023521	Very entertaining!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It has a great plot and themes. The story is engaging and moves along great. Plus it doesn't waste time with silly and unnecessary love senses. I loved reading this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7AKD799TNPVJ?ASIN=0439023521	Slow reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had difficulty reading this book.  However, I do believe it was more my eyes than the book.  I did later see the movie and really enjoyed it.  I may try to read it yet.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1EZHOTOW4DNL9?ASIN=0439023521	Surprised	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This booked swallowed me up from the very beginning.  It constantly left me on the edge of my seat, that I felt a little disappointed that there was not more of a climax.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1P5SJF95DIPNP?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing I've read it so many times can't get over how amazing it is. This book really connected me and my nerdy friends I owe most of my relationships to books like this.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SKV8RD1K5QL5?ASIN=0439023521	Long live Katniss!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I recommend this book to all, not just young adults.  It has romance, thrills, action, and wonderful plot lines.  I just reread it recently and it held up amazingly well!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38CYWRK77FVXM?ASIN=0439023521	The book is better!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved reading the Hunger Games even after I saw the movie first!<br/>The book is always better.<br/>I love having my kindle read to me while I drive to and from work.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FS85GRYWFXLF?ASIN=0439023521	Wow. Speechless	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">All I can say is I loved the book. I watched the movie before I read the book, but the book filled in information that wasn't received in the movie. This is a great read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RX1C19MLTUBKG?ASIN=0439023521	Riviting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I did not want to put this book down. Even though I saw the movie first and knew what was going to happen, the suspense of the book was too much to stop reading for long.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MQ5Q4OTL1LBZ?ASIN=0439023521	Ruthless and entertaining	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read. Loved all the characters,the story line,and even the ending. Ruthless but not gory. Loving moments but not mushy. I'm excited to read the rest of the trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36G0UAGE8TWBZ?ASIN=0439023521	May the odds ever be in your favor...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great read, it may take about the first 50 pages to reel you in. But once in your in, you're going to feel like your in the arena. "" let the hunger games begin""</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JD8OYIXK73VR?ASIN=0439023521	Excelente	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Un libro excelente, lo recomiendo. La película es una de las pocas que le hace algo de justicia al libro. Al leer este y el segundo entiendes aún mucho mejor la historia.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CCILKDDEHQ1H?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book, could'nt stop reading it I normally buy book to help me sleep but this one actually did the oposite.<br/>I was so hookt up that i barely slept in 2 day</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IG8WB0S4VRU7?ASIN=0439023521	Shut up!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">justifies all the reviews and is a good read. i would guess that you have to be in a certain frame of mind to appreciate the terms and time frame... but i liked the book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPZ69OO8FXYG?ASIN=0439023521	great!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">the first book of the three book trilogy. it is wonderful and will keep you on the edge of your seat until then end. you will not be able to stop reading once you start.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R216C9IPZAQI2V?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was very entertaining and hard to put down. The story just keeps getting better and youll want more and more as you keep reading. You wont want the book to end!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RL7DRNCY7RRBJ?ASIN=0439023521	Battle Royale meets Running Man, with a romantic twist	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'd give this book 3 stars, at most, for originality of the basic concept (see the title). But then the author does a pretty good job filling in the details. So 4 stars it is.<br/><br/>One thing I can't understand for the life of me, is why everyone keeps referring to this as ""young adult"" literature. Think of it this way: any reasonably faithful cinematization of this book would necessarily carry a rating of NC-17, ""...strong graphic violence with loads of blood and gore ... depraved, abhorrent behavior ... or any other elements which, at present, most parents would consider too strong and therefore off-limits for viewing by their children and teenagers."" And NC-17 is the polar opposite of ""young adult"". (Hollywood is currently in process of such cinematization, and they are going for PG-13, so I'm curious to see how they are going to make that happen.) The only thing that could possibly explain ""young adult""'ness is the absence of sex in the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RSJRMMLX5D7U?ASIN=0439023521	Suzanne Collins is an amazing author and I can't wait to see what she ...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is an intense and a book that you can not expect what is going to happen next! Suzanne Collins is an amazing author and I can't wait to see what she will make next!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WR3WYEKXDNEM?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read.  very enjoyable.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Was a  very good .book.  I really enjoyed it extremely.  I can hardly wait to finish its sequel ""Catching Fire"".<br/>I haven't enjoyed a book so much for years.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CN6M8UVFKEB4?ASIN=0439023521	Try the audiobook.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this audiobook.  The audiobook is read by Carolyn McCormick whose voice brings life to several of the characters. I particularly like her Effie Trinket.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWWRZN1QNSPQG?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book introduces the characters of the Hunger Games and is a ""must read"".  And you'll naturally buy the other two books in the series and enjoy them as well.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19NX8A97BUKGP?ASIN=0439023521	BEST BOOK EVER	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very entertaining read, good for teens but not meant for adults. Liked the fact that the future was not insanely different from modern day times. All in all a good read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIB6P1V6FHT0U?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved every minute of reading it.<br/><br/>The only thing is, I wish that my free monthly Kindle Lending Library limit was up so I could start reading Catching Fire!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DFL9WUP557IE?ASIN=0439023521	Highly Recommended	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Definitely one of the essential books for this and the next generations.<br/>Original and absolutely to the point. The morals of this book are not to be underestimated.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TPLGXQESF03U?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow what a wild ride. I loved this book and can't wait to read a second one. The whole idea of kids fighting and dying is crazy but that what makes the book interesting.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DWGMQG6ZCMNR?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put this down! I can't wait to read the next two! while the concept is bothersome, the writing is outstanding and absolutely addicting. highly recommend this!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUY6GMVQX449R?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very interesting book.  Could not wait to read books 2 and 3.  Even though it is fiction, it could be true in a few years if the government continues to rule everything.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3Q0L8CM8KDRAN?ASIN=0439023521	Refreshingly well written contemporary literature.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Riveting plot.  Characters who begin to feel like you know them as real individuals, beautifully written. I love the fact that Suzanne Collins books are not predictable.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R200VVGCSCDGFT?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent book, very well written. Very imaginative world. Captivating story and narrative from the beginning to the end. So glad I read it without having seen the film.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FG2TU02A1AED?ASIN=0439023521	Love this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book, I got my whole department at work to read it. I can read it over and over and not be tired of it. I haven't enjoyed  book this much since Harry Potter.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11GF1BKX1APZQ?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought this book was more detailed and more of a nail biter than the actual movie considerin i saw the movie first. I can't wait to read the rest of the series😁😁😁.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHN0HLX50C619?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">By far one of the most enjoyable books I've read this year. Endlessly entertaining and it has such an engrossing undercurrent that I was literally unable to put it down!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14Q6DH1WGG7UE?ASIN=0439023521	So good!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I haven't seen the movie yet or really even read any reviews of this trilogy, but I read the whole first book in a day. It was so intriguing I just couldn't put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3U31O6SCGA8BQ?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing and life changing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a thrilling adventure I felt like I was in that arena, my heart racing as Katniss and Peeta faced their many challenges! I would definitely recommend this book!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2U25LRUBWY8ZC?ASIN=0439023521	Great series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thoroughly enjoyed the series and could not put the books down. Loved the social commentary and the way it was written. Great character development and original ideas.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKKUT6QPCOI2T?ASIN=0439023521	Favorite Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is my favorite book of all time. If you haven't read it, you should! The movie isn't as good as the book, so if you have just seen the movie, read the book as well.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MJ91ADYL4UBI?ASIN=0439023521	great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">although written for a pre-adult mind, it still is so well written as to keep an adult mind enthralled and interested, willing to read the whole set and watch the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NTSS5ET122L2?ASIN=0439023521	Best book of the series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't really like reading but this book is AMAZING I would highly recommend this book to anyone that likes alternative future books or quick suspense filled books. : )</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2V6VARJJ9O28K?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I LOVED this book! The suspense was so riveting that I read it I<br/>in one day. I recommend it to anyone who enjoys a good fantasy. I can't wait to start the next one.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SPCBRPYZBJLP?ASIN=0439023521	Kept my attention	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am not much for this type of scenario, but this book kept my attention.  I wanted to know more and couldn't put it down.  Can't wait to find out more in the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZKACJQMM7234?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was great and had everything a good book needs romance, action, amazing characters, and a great plot. This book was great and I can't wait to read the next one</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R391T8GXDG2SQO?ASIN=0439023521	Good Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked all the action and suspense from start to end. Enjoyed the action. Love the plot.The book was much better than the movie! I would recommend it to friends to read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1EBZ8GCTGZ050?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absoluteley loved this book. I bought it on my kindle yesterday, and i finished it today. i couldnt possibly put it down for more than haf n hour. AMAZING !!!!!!!!!!!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JF4ANNV8ASTL?ASIN=0439023521	Unexpected	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Going into this book I never quite imagined I would get sucked into it. The underlying romance and the trials they go through keep you hooked until the very last moment.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AKERHH4DUTIN?ASIN=0439023521	Great book for all ages!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was actually used in a humanities class I took as a teaching agent. There are a ton of discussion topics in the book. You are in love with Katniss from the beginning.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VE4ZI16WZ4AR?ASIN=0439023521	Captivating book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Better than the movie that I saw before reading the book. Much more detailed and explains a lot that was left out on the movie. Looking forward to reading the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21P8N037OIF59?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This novel was fantastic in that it was able to hold my attention for the majority of the story. This book had a great story with moving characters and an engaging plot.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35EGV4CQHQ67P?ASIN=0439023521	gripping	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have spent the last two days reading the first book, and despite previously watching the film found it exciting and difficult to put down. Can't wait To start number 2</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DPGLJQFCCMTC?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was difficult to set it down.  I've purchased the next one and can't wait to get into it as soon as I finish this one.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GQH1VR8O9N8H?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This Trilogy was an awesme book to read! I couldn't put it down. I don't believe this book should be read by young teens.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R176A761CWJWIE?ASIN=0439023521	Hoping this doesn't turn into twilight.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As much as I enjoyed reading the book, I couldn't help notice parallels between this and twilight. I sincerely hope the badass katniss doesn't turn into a whiney Bella.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDDUUW82D4F7F?ASIN=0439023521	great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Rrally enjoyed it. It was imaginative, descriptive and engaging. The character of Peeta was very sympathetic and noble. I enjoyed the different worlds we had access to.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Z4YT3W1K3L2Q?ASIN=0439023521	Kid Killing Fun!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is a good book. Story is dramatic, action packed. Sometimes the narration is a bit childish but that is part of the charm. Lots of killing in graphic detail as well.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNS5AVPUJI5GV?ASIN=0439023521	What a great ride.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">THis book grabs you, I could not put it down. The authors writing pulls you in and leaves you wanting more.  I  love reading books that doesn't end with. just one book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3S2GJ8NXGXMVK?ASIN=0439023521	Meh.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I just wasn't that impressed with it. I couldn't get into the story and characters. It was an alright weekend read at the beach but wasn't one that I couldn't put down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1EPG6D3KO9713?ASIN=0439023521	I love this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book. Some of the things I really liked was the romance. My favorite character in this book is Rue. I also like the cliff hanger at the end of each chapter.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24H7AS85D31R6?ASIN=0439023521	Good story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book is a great story, it explained what she was thinking. I did not think the movie got all of her emotions across and lacks depth. I'm glad I read the book first.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1X63W6YYIVWLZ?ASIN=0439023521	I give 4 stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I chose this because it was a good book. But  the very best but it kept me reading! I'm not a huge reader so I was proud when I saw the ""end of book one"". Great author.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TFKNV385802I?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games is a good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was really good and it can also relax you I  you want to read and sit down and do nothing for a little while. I really think that this book deserves five stars</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YU1OW8X7PA14?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games, worth it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book. Written in a way to keep you locked in and reading. I rarely finish a book in less than 3 days but I couldn't put it down. Can't wait to read book 2.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3XJS7HU1LKBS?ASIN=0439023521	Fab	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wonderful introduction to the Hunger Games series.  Loved every last line of this book.  So well written and riveting prose.  I intend to read all books all over again.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PACN18S2GCA0?ASIN=0439023521	So much more than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I haven't read much since high school. This book had me entranced from the beginning. I couldn't believe how much the movie left out. I can't wait to read the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YS3SN6E521E3?ASIN=0439023521	THG	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The hunger games in an amazing book about a girl who has to learn how to grow up and get through different obstacles throughout her life than something major happens...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RL1T7YECPYZIV?ASIN=0439023521	a gripping read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had put off reading this book although it was a tv hit but once I started it, I read late into the night.  I couldn't put it down.  Now for the second of the trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8S434K7MODUK?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book, really enjoyed reading it.  The author's narrative and descriptions of what's happening make the story come alive.  Looking forward to reading the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OUAUXIN4M2GZ?ASIN=0439023521	gripping tale	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was slow going at first, but once I got a few chapters in, I couldn't stop myself. After that, only took 4 days to read....which is quick when you have a 4.year old!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TQMEMHKXOEUF?ASIN=0439023521	Page turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Much better than the movie. I finally understand why people said I need to read the book. Can't wait to start the second part of the series...heard it only gets better.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LFZQI3LR2IM0?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put this book down! Great story, interesting plot, a lot of suspense. Much better than the movie. After reading this book, you must read the other two parts.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PZ9MTSWDDXX8?ASIN=0439023521	Not a bad book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">While this book wasn't bad it wasn't all that I was expecting. I guess too many people hyped it up that I'm a little disappointed with the book. Not a bad book overall.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BR5R9WIGWAJ9?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book because of the suspense and the feeling that had u almost fall out of your seat. I chose this rating because of those things that I have told u about.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R249WNQATZYY46?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Unsure of it at the beginning but had hard time putting it down.  Wanting to keep up and purchased the next book.  What a piece of work,eh? Just a very incredable book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TUGGGY1NYBUA?ASIN=0439023521	The Best Book in the series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As usual, the best book in a series is the first one and this is definitley true with this book and series.  I also enjoyed the book tremendously better than the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYSCEA5LG2E1D?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I can see why this series is so popular. The story is original, and the characters are both sympathetic and engaging. It's one of those stories you just can't put down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33QXZJ7BWI9BB?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was way better than the movie movie when you read it it's like watching the movie so even this it's long I hope you have the courage to read it . It's awesome</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NJ790I1VDW0?ASIN=0439023521	I need to watch the movie now	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the detail the story had I could not put the book down. I recommend this book to everyone. Now I have to research the movie and start the second book, like now!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UPMDH969K97R?ASIN=0439023521	Very good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a very good book, a little slow in the beginning but its very good. I just bought the second book in the series and I can't wait to get into that book as well.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35MQUPGRHMRG1?ASIN=0439023521	Action packed	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was one of the best books I have ever read.I could not put the book down even though this was the second time I have read!!! I would recommend this book to anyone.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20P8N0ZCJX63K?ASIN=0439023521	Pretty Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have already seen the movie, but the book still held my attention entirely. I really enjoyed reading it, and look forward to reading the next two books in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16GT9G55ZLF7T?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing! Completely amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Anyone that has a sibling will feel like the character Katniss and anyone that has ever been in love will fall in love all over again. Great book, couldn't put it down.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KNGC8LVPTCOT?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is one of the best books I've ever read. It packed with everything I love! Action, adventure and a little romance. I recommend that everyone should read this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25ROXT29R7EV1?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm not much of a reader, never have been, bit I can read this book and the entire series multiple times. It's exciting, romantic, heartbreaking, and down right genius!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3R5QFADE45C1?ASIN=0439023521	One of the best books	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What shocked me was when I read that the mutant dogs were the killed tributes. It made me want too read that part over and over again unroll the shock was finally gone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3A1O68VI9BQHB?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well written and easy to follow. I was pleased to discover that the book is nowhere near as graphically violent as the movie. Can't wait to read the rest of the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFRWLLUBTAC4L?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunget Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This first book of thr series held my intetest and attention to the end. Easy and fascinating read which makes you rivetted to it untill you finish it, asking for more!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35U5ALJHEPVXT?ASIN=0439023521	Love this book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put this book down! It was definitely the best book in the whole series. The last two weren't as good, but you absolutely have to find out what happens next.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QCCB807K8V7R?ASIN=0439023521	Wild Ride	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a very compelling story, which kept you on the edge of your seat.  I can see why it has been so popular with all ages.  Reminded me a bit of Lord of the Flies.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YXREULCD9R7I?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really loved this book.  I could not put it down.  Originally I thought it was geared toward a younger audience, but I (a senior citizen) found it to be very good.  .</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WINTARX6V89J?ASIN=0439023521	Had to read the book..	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's an amazing book. I saw the movie and immediately got hooked. I wanted to read the book because its always different (more details) from the movie. It was worth it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LIW2MUZH6ZX9?ASIN=0439023521	best book ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My 12 year old son and I both read this book and reviewed it at the same time. For a child who does not like to read, this book had him hooked. It is a hit at my house.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RONGS1U74GSHW?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Highly entertaining. This book is action packed with a bit of a Mad Max survival flair. Full of emotion and beautiful descriptions keeping my attention the entire time.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3Q15G1FLUKZQC?ASIN=0439023521	Outstanding	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book. I had watched the movie already and the book was even better. Katniss was such a great character. I can't wait to read what happens in the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13OX8YT6RDPSP?ASIN=0439023521	Better than expected	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't expect to like this book; thought it would be one of those that appealed only to a younger crowd.  Very pleasantly surprised.  Very different and well written.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3R1IZTHVFNHLH?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games Book 1	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger games had a lot of unexpected twists and though I saw the movie first its story line drew you in to a "" nail-biting"" conclusion.  I am looking forward to Book 2.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34K1LWV34AEDU?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent & Quick to Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My 13 yr old granddaughter loved the trilogy  &amp;  so did her parents. So I decided to try it. Loved this 1st book. Couldn't put it down!  Can't wait to read the other 2!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Q2XLQX18YAUP?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The most believable depiction of the future I've ever read! Fascinating consideration of our obsession with Reality entertainment! Gripping from beginning to last page.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1B5XHZY70YMPG?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read; the characters were well drawn. The conflicting teen emotions were interesting. The back story with the districts was interesting as well, not unlike today.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AGJFK1LWOF8P?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is not usually the kind of book I read; however; I really enjoyed it my daughter wanted me to read this book so I downdloaded it and was very pleasantly surprised.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3B63JIAJQVJEW?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins, has captured the truth of government control.  Futurestic and yet current. We must think about our own country<br/>as we read and where we are headed.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CO0X8PQSUWLD?ASIN=0439023521	Loved this book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I started reading this with my 10-year old daughter.  She was finished after 2 days, it took me longer since I had to make dinner but I would definately say it's a page-turner that you can't put down.  I think I sustained a neck injury from being in one position too long.  I originally started reading it since I wanted to make sure it was appropriate for a 5th grader, and it was okay. There are violent scenes where folks are getting killed but nothing too over the top.  The book reminded me of The Long Walk by Stephen King that I read when I was in high school.  If you liked that book than I definately think you'll like this one.  Both are set in a future time where teenagers participate in a ""game"" where the sole survivor wins.  Along the way alliances are formed and newly formed friendships are ""lost"".  As in the case of The Long Walk, the winner of the Hunger Games will be rewarded with fame, fortune and life, but at what cost.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XDEW3SXMPVLT?ASIN=0439023521	Might be for teenagers but I DONT CARE!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a very unusal choice for me.  I usually stick to non-fiction or something very ""realistic"" in my reading choices.  So picking a book with a very unusual theme was a brave choice.<br/><br/>Sometimes change is good and sometimes its bad.  In this instance it was great!  I found the story riveting and the author had my attention from the first few pages.  I didnt want to put the book down.  I read the first two novels in a few short days.<br/><br/>Dont be deterred by the fact that it's geared towards ""young adults"" as some other potential readers have been.  Its not written in a childish way, and in any case Harry Potter was written for children.<br/><br/>I highly recommend the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RW4P0KBDL1HJK?ASIN=0439023521	this was a great book for me	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was vary good and I can't wait to read the next book. The plot is vary good because the government is the enemy and the rest of the country is ready to rebel.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34SCYUIYCEMD3?ASIN=0439023521	Read it because....	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked the second movie do much I wanted to know more and was rewarded with some pleasant surprises and character background. A must for fans of the film adaptations.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2B0PEGI0NKH6T?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is one of the best books I have ever read. You have to read this book. I would recommend  this book to a person with a strong tummy. Please enjoy the book...</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIMGQE3FUY176?ASIN=0439023521	Grab it and hit the beach.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book.  Couldn't put it down.  Much better than the movie.  The main character's ""voice"" is unique and refreshing.  Great summer read for all ages.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SMKNDTBRKYPR?ASIN=0439023521	Enjoyable Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I made the mistake of seeing the movie first. I enjoyed the read more. I couldn't wait to start the second book and am almost done with that, too. Great series so far.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUNSZGZ26SPS?ASIN=0439023521	Summer Reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Three and a half stars. Unfortunately ""half stars"" aren't allowed on these reviews. There were some parts that were boring and some really interesting to read.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18UJ9B2YV67F8?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic book - appallingly edited.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is just a brilliant book but on the e-book edition (I haven't read a paper version) it is just littered with typing errors. I have never seen so many in one book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1V9T0IV3K0A9C?ASIN=0439023521	Love this book; love the series!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As is for most I know who've read the HG series, this is a can't-put-it-down book.  It will be the quickest trilogy read as you'll just keep going until it's complete.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKWNTG7S8YI97?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is such a great read! I wouldnt watch the movie until I read the book.  Sorry to say that the movie does this book no justice! make sure to read the trilogy.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2K1X2BP98ZOCY?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm surprised how quickly I was drawn into this book. Almost immediately I was in District 12, knowing and learning about the characters. I can't wait to start book 2!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R313M0ZBPU0HUT?ASIN=0439023521	amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing... I'm speachless ... And i couldn't stop of reading<br/>All the action and... The feelings!... I first thought Peeta was liying but then... Everything fit...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37JMSP72OB1CX?ASIN=0439023521	asy reading with thought provoking plot	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Easy reading with thought provoking plot. Would recommend book to others to be entertained by science fiction.  Looking forward to her second sequence of hunger games,</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPI9TH3YF2FYH?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Could not put this book, or the second and third, down!!!! It's absolutely awesome! You feel like you are there in the games. The characters and the plot are riveting.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UMQIZF0X2AW7?ASIN=0439023521	fun book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a very enjoyable read even after watching the movie first. The book is very easy to read and enough fun to keep you interested even when you know how it ends.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PIAVQKQUQB81?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a creative series. I'm currently on book 2. Though this book is geared more towards teenagers and younger crowds, this book is a great read for adults as well.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLI9OJLCFYU11?ASIN=0439023521	Got me at page 2!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is an as action pack ed book that gave so much more than the movie! I was hesitant at first to read it since I enjoyed the movie, but it was definitely worth it!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1D440NUYJIL74?ASIN=0439023521	must read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome read, definitely a page turner.  A modern day classic.  Don't take my word for it, read it Yourself!!!!  i've read this 3 times already and it doesn't get old.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UHACZALRJF6K?ASIN=0439023521	Five stars!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">it was a book I couldn't lay down<br/>  I had put off reading it for several years. My advice....Don't waste another minute!!! Now how soon can I get the next book!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTZVZJ824ULCJ?ASIN=0439023521	Simply amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I never thought I would get so sucked into a book again then I picked up this one and I could not get enough I only hope the next two are as exciting and intriguing !!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZD2VODDE212I?ASIN=0439023521	It's good enough	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a good story, and it is worth reading I think.  But it is definitly attuned to the teenage reader, and won't cause any great thought or speculation in anybody.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQTKL7T4LFUJA?ASIN=0439023521	I Like It	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The story kept the reader interested and wanting to turn page after page.  However the content is graphic, so I would caution against young readers choosing this book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTJAP4QBHC7V9?ASIN=0439023521	It's OK!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a different thought in a book, I will continue until it's finished, but I am not enjoying it.  Very oppressive I feel, and I prefer books that are more upbeat.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3Q0ETUWGXJZSD?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the book for all you teens and young adults out there!! I couldn't put it down and sat up all night long reading it! It will keep you on the edge of your seat.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RI28PBGDBFQT?ASIN=0439023521	Page Turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't stop reading. I was a little unsure if I would like it, but once I started it was hard to put it down. I hope the rest of the books are as good as this one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JJ1WGHMC0PFI?ASIN=0439023521	Enthralled	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This story was enthralling. You couldn't help but feel for the characters. My heart ached when I got to the end. Brilliant book. I love the trilogy. Very well written.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R187HPKEO4YU5U?ASIN=0439023521	Gripping	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I watched the movie first and enjoyed it, but the book was impossible to put down!!! So much more detail than the movie, and I feel the characters were more developed.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RIKVQ6HYVTWL?ASIN=0439023521	A really great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book, it was very interesting, keep me wondering what was going to happen next what kind of twist would play out in the next or next book for that matter.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RP4WWAHQVZKP0?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Much better than the movie.  My two daughters have read it and were pleased, as well.  Parents, read the book first to decide whether it is appropriate for your child.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R248WUDQDB9ZXH?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well-written, nothing superfluous in this young adult novel.  Stands well on its own and the two remaining books need not be read - but it will be a pleasure to do so.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R50MSDEWVOXAT?ASIN=0439023521	Keeps you wanting to read more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Interesting story line and world that the characters reside. Mix of adventure and a developing love story. Can't wait to continue the trilogy and even watch the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JC89ZT2SP8V1?ASIN=0439023521	Most amazing book ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is so heart touching. I have to get the second one!<br/>It has everything someone could want in a book.....romance, action, survival, and mystery. Love it!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IY1LD3T0CO5N?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger strikes love	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the hunger games<br/>I think that kattniss is still going to fall  in love with him<br/>I think she's going to get in trouble for almost eating those berries</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HAC9X9XFDABH?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the Hunger Games trilogy.  I was kind of hesitant at first but once I started reading I could not put this down.  Great story line and well written.  Loved it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7Z3VGTOXAIPN?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book! Great trilogy but the first book was good enough to stand alone. However it was better to be able to continue the story through two more books. Loved it!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R920WRZ9RSWY5?ASIN=0439023521	Strange Book but got you hooked to see how it would proceed	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Could not wait to see how each character would align with each opponent and who would survive.  Great story telling.  Suzanne Collins is a master; can't wait for more.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RK26BOZQTUZLQ?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was very entertaining. It was a nice easy read and before I knew it I was on to the next book. I can't believe it took me this long to get in on this series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34TS1JU1NDSXG?ASIN=0439023521	Book one	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book for people of all ages! Excellent series! Wonderful author, you really feel as if you are taking this journey with Katniss. So much better than the movie!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R350QO70DI1Z07?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's was an amazing book and I can't wait to start reading book two I gave it four stars because at some parts I got bored but mostly I was very interested in the book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XXKR7Z05078O?ASIN=0439023521	":"")"	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very heart touching I love it. I love how two people who barely knew each other teamed up to stay alive. Even though Peeta gets hurt bc katniss doesn't love him back .</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CZZ6ZDQAR83V?ASIN=0439023521	Phenominal	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My eyes were glued to the book from start to end. i recommend this book to EVERYONE old or young. The plot is extravagantly thrillimg and the characters are relatable.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JI5B8LLZWMGZ?ASIN=0439023521	Praise	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome!!!!!<br/>Very good book!! Suzanne done a great job with the anticipation of the reader...was very hard to put the book down once I started reading! Great job!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHDXC7CMSXOXT?ASIN=0439023521	I loved this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I gave the  book 5 stars because it was like no other book I have read before in a good way I mean I even when I'm done reading the book I read it again and again!!!:)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1F90XDTNSBL2T?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">You will not be let down by this fantastic adventure, the books are great compared to the film and u get to know the characters a lot more. The trilogy is a must read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXNXR59CA6N3M?ASIN=0439023521	A Page Turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a really good book, I could not put it down. I read this book before I watched the movie. The book is so much better. I would really recommend all three books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UHYD110BESE4?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a wonderful book, full of imagination anddescribes everythingso well, the feelings, the settings, the people, it is a ver entertainingbook, i recomend it 100%.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33UM3SS5HTDJS?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games Trilogy left me hungry.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">First and most of second were engaging but the last book was weak. A very big disappointment. The writer flexed between addressing an adult and an adolescent audience.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UYWJD76J3QMW?ASIN=0439023521	Loved this book!  Quick and easy read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is such a quick read.  When you read the synopsis it does sound gruesome, but the book is anything but.  It brings out the humanity in an inhumane new world.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R303XG2U5530LF?ASIN=0439023521	One of the Best YA Books Yet	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am an avid book reader, and have come to be quite fond of the YA genre of books. I hadn't heard of The Hunger Game series until about a week ago when a friend eagerly told me to read the series. I decided to order the book on my Kindle, and from the first page I was hooked.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games opens up with you meeting 16 year old Katniss Everdeen who lives in the post-apocalyptic world of Panem. The book is greatly paced as it opens up with the introduction of the characters and the hardships that they face in District 12, and then shoots you off into the Hunger Games quickly. Throughout the book it has enough suspense and action to not want to put it down, which myself I read in one sitting.<br/><br/>The ending of the book sets up for the second book nicely, and you'll definitely be wanting to read the rest of the series. If you love a book with good action, suspense and a little romance thrown in, you'll love The Hunger Games.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3159ZJGZ9FMSZ?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book kept me up all night. I had to keep reading because if I tried to stop all I could think is what's going to happen next, so I just turned the light back on and kept going.  For all those saying that this is poorly written I didn't find it so.  You have to remember that the story is being told by the 14 year old in the story but even then I found the writing great and not juvenile.  Big words and wordly rhetoric doesn't always make a good book.<br/>I really didn't know this was a young adult book and wouldn't have know it unless I had read it in other reviews.  If this is young adult, well they are reading some books much more interesting than alot of the adult books.  Do not be put off thinking this is some twilight crap and not read this book.<br/>I have read most of the books that come out on the best sellers list (98 this past year) and this is the tops as far as most entertaining....yes way way better than The Help.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRDYP42IYYC9Q?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Not really my kind of reading. Gave to granddaughter who loved reading it. Seems a big hit with the young people today.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCK18VQ0AJW3?ASIN=0439023521	These stupid adds! They drive me crazy!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I chose only four stars because the adds are always popping up!  😓 These adds are everywhere. Stop using self promotion, when I want to rate, I'll rate.<br/><br/>.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WL4FA5B8CYPG?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've read this book 3 or 4 times now, it just gets better and better!  I enjoyed it more than the movie.  Mokingjay came out today, so I better get the next two read!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3N7XOAFADTPLA?ASIN=0439023521	I like the fact that a young girl must strategically balance ...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I like the fact that a young girl must strategically balance survival under the meanest of conditions with her innate sense of caring for at least some of her rivals.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NNE605Y2B43U?ASIN=0439023521	The writing is much better than I would have imagined	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The writing is much better than I would have imagined.  The novel is much better in terms of characterization and plot construction than the most disappointing movie.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33WHTJ6S9G28S?ASIN=0439023521	I loved it and now looking for more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I downloaded this book some time ago and have only just got around to reading it. I loved it and now looking for more. Do yourself a favour and read this great book!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPH441WG7OUIE?ASIN=0439023521	Great story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Though the whole idea of children killing children is horrible, the book is very well written and the reader gets sucked in and wants to keep reading. Great conflict!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3ADWQDFQYCUB4?ASIN=0439023521	good for all ages and many reads	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is great no matter how many times I read it. The action keeps the pace and prevents lags in the story. The romance keeps the book from becoming a gory mess.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2AUZOMNDFVOCX?ASIN=0439023521	GREAT WONDERFUL BOOK	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book. It has a little bit of everything: love, war, mistery. I just couldn't put it down. This book is going to be a classic with other dystopian novels.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FK7CW3XE8REM?ASIN=0439023521	Great storytelling!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is very well-written. The author is a very good storyteller, and the story and the writing are  riveting. I couldn't put the book down until I was finished.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Z8EQMOZU7WC5?ASIN=0439023521	great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this series is amazing! I bought the kindle version so I could re-read the series before the second movie came out.  And it's even better the second time you read it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3D5TPR391PJ69?ASIN=0439023521	Great story, but . . .	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great story for teenagers and adults of all ages who appreciate futuristic fiction.  It is however too violent and romantic for a child under the age of 12.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3D0OPDISBXF7Q?ASIN=0439023521	Must have read the book...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've never seen a movie like this that really requires you to have read the book to fully understand the plot. Otherwise, it is generally enjoyable and moves quickly.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27AZ920VD6H0A?ASIN=0439023521	Loved this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very exciting book. I loved the whole trilogy. Couldn't put it down. Just when u think u can take a breath.... The action takes another turn and gets thrilling again!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1124Y4UOXBFLS?ASIN=0439023521	A wonderful story that will keep you wanting more!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Even though I had already watched the movie I could not put this book down. Such a wonderful story unlike anything I have read.  I will be getting the next book asap!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKNXAQI5XRL1S?ASIN=0439023521	Finally read it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I know this book has been popular for awhile now but I finally decided to read it. now I'm just upset I waited so long! wonder book, I cave wait to read the next one!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IGWAZP9PLZQ8?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read it for the second time and loved it just as much. You don't want to put it down . You feel the characters pain and conflicting emotions. I highly recommended it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGM7VZ5G83493?ASIN=0439023521	we loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">We loved it! My 10 year old son and I couldn't stop reading it! It was exciting and a great picture of a strange and sinister future world through the eyes of a teen.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHJMYAZQT8VL8?ASIN=0439023521	everything and more!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Buy it! It is well worth your money.  The author does an awesome job with the characters and the plot, there are tons of twist and turns to keep you turning the page.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KEO81ZWWZBSC?ASIN=0439023521	Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book. The concept of kids killing kids is difficult to digest. But for some reason I still loved it. Couldn't get into the second book though. Way slower</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVGD3BX2R0PS7?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved this book just Little different than the  movie version  book  had more detail  movie had some but not like the  book still a great read not to log not to short</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3ADZ2ZXQAGO07?ASIN=0439023521	Love!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book, can't wait to see what happens next. Finished the book in one full day. Story line was somewhat disturbing but when reading it wasn't as bad as I thought.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39LGJS8EIT8AC?ASIN=0439023521	Fast paced	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I heard the movie is really good.  I like to read the books before I watch the movies.  I was not disappointed.  Can't wait to read the next two books in the trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26HJ3U6V9L6TV?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a amazing read all my friends read this book last year and I thought I wouldn't read it because I wouldn't like it but it's the most amazing book I have read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13YHRMML2DMGS?ASIN=0439023521	Enjoyed it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Better than I anticipated. Looking forward to the movie. Would highly recommend. I hope that the author has continued the story and has started the second nook<br/>.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHUG1YKY4B28R?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's a slow reader starting out, but quickly becomes a page turner to where you won't want to put it down! The book is better than the movie for anyone who's seen it.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OSSGRPOM7VL?ASIN=0439023521	Super Good Read!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read the book after I saw the movie and I now I understand why everyone was soo hyped up about it. I couldn't put the book down. I can't wait to read the next two!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FDGHIZPXMVMM?ASIN=0439023521	Best book in the 21st century	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Anyone who like futuristic, bloodthirsty books should read it. Susan Collins really did it with this book. Happy Hunger Games, and may the odds be ever in your favor.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39E9ZCYFTP26G?ASIN=0439023521	Breathtaking	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">got me reading again, and here I thought that wasn't possible! This book was so addicting, I wouldn't be surprised<br/>if I find myself rereading it sooner or later!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROXWGS2CEELBA?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved it! At night I would tell myself to stop at the next chapter but I would end reading five more chapters! Can't wait to find out what happens in catching fire!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RSRQFARM3OTA?ASIN=0439023521	great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great series.  Highly recommended!  There are 3 books to the series, so you'll have to buy all 3.  I just bought one and wish I had them all to read in row!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRX3HMWFK2FUS?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for Seconds	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book...I can't wait to start the second! Keeps you fixated and flipping through till the end. The book was greatly written that speaks directly to the audience.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2O4HYMOHWLP98?ASIN=0439023521	love it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read the series and just loved the story! so much so I am reading them again. The characters are wonderful and the story continues into the three books wonderfully!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21HTOAL3IZQLE?ASIN=0439023521	great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a download for the Kindle, but received very prompt.  Did not have to worry about shipping because it was automatically delivered as soon as it was paid for.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BOURH2MW1943?ASIN=0439023521	Amazingly written!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was , a really good book and I recommend it for anyone who likes action and adventure! SUSANNE COLLINS IS BY FAR ONE OF THE BEST AUTHORS IN THE UNIVERSE!!!!!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMHPO5W3OHNP?ASIN=0439023521	Exciting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not stop reading this book. It was so exciting it kept my attention. I am not much on reading but I read the whole trilogy and can't wait for the second movie</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36HEODVK6W9JI?ASIN=0439023521	I loved this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book. I've read all the books and watched hunger games the movie. I can't wait to see the movie of catching fire!!!!!!!!!!! In all its all a amazing book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31HEU61CY2O7I?ASIN=0439023521	excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Found it hard to put down, once I started reading. The descriptive text makes you feel like you're there in the story.<br/>Definitely recommended this book, loved it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FT6E5XIGJOEF?ASIN=0439023521	summery	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I choose this rating because it was one of the best books I have ever read.I love it because it just pulled me into the story.I would recomend it to all of my friends</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHG0HG8ZC78RW?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fantastic read hard to find something after I was reading game of thrones! This was the series that helped me get that passion back what will I do when this is over!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R274B669070KPI?ASIN=0439023521	Exciting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book and I finished it quickly. Loved the vivid imagery and character development. I hope to read books 2 &amp; 3 as well. Go Katniss! What girl power and strength.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KY8B34QD7IJR?ASIN=0439023521	A real page Turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great story. I thought it got better each chapter. After reading this book, I'm looking forward to seeing the movie as well as reading the other books in this series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXXOLDPAP8IJX?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is way better than the movie!! It has so much that the movie didn't. Read the book before you watch the movie <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Hunger-Games-Book-1/dp/0439023521"">The Hunger Games (Book 1)</a>.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RU75TEJYZX9ZH?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">great book to read ,holds in suspension ,if u like science fiction u will like it ....rage against totalitarian systems will always be something u will identify with.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1B0FRTFO4QEMN?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZINGGGG	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Kept me on edge the whole time and the characters were so well thought out! also love the slight love story throughout the book.. cant wait to read the second one!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1763DOMQI7CWR?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">No teenager, I enjoyed the story and the not so subtle moral message. Went on to read the second in the series Catching Fire, the Hunger Games is the best of the two.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3R4C1ERAPOJCK?ASIN=0439023521	Left Me Hungry for More :)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is one of the best books I have read in a long time and certainly the best sci-fi/futuristic book I have EVER read! I read the entire series in the course of a few days. It is completely and utterly breathtaking how Suzanne Collins has written this series. The games are intense and interesting, like an episode of Survivor in the good days. It is really fast-paced and easy to read (it's impossible to put down.) You immediately connect and sympathize with Katniss Everdeen, the brave girl who protects her sister time and time again and volunteers as a tribute for District 12. As the story unfurls, the fake romance between Peeta and Katniss will certainly tug on your heartstrings and the ending is too ragged not to immediately start reading the second book, Catching Fire, in order to find out what happens next.<br/><br/>For more on The Hunger Games and other great reads, visit my blog at [...]<br/><br/>Happy Reading! Carrie</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21M485TETUV2M?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">first one is the best</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHPJXIXUJAPC?ASIN=0439023521	A+	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Everything was great.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22RWHHOIQCLFA?ASIN=0439023521	Gripping	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book gripped me from beginning to the end and made me understand the movie so much more. This is a great read! And you realize so much was left out of the movie</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XT3655741URO?ASIN=0439023521	Good reading for a rainy day.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This story was really good, and the reading was easy and smooth.  I enjoyed the character development.  Not very thought provoking, however.  Just good easy reading.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18BXGJIS18W0T?ASIN=0439023521	READ THIS BOOK	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is one of my favorite books of all time. I am literally obsessed with all things hunger games. Well written with wonderful character development. READ THIS BOOK</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1777HVTCXZOOG?ASIN=0439023521	it was the best book I've ever read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love how Collins makes the book. It's a romantic, action packed story, it's a must read novel. I am so in love with this book.<br/><br/>note: This review is from my son :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17ZGL6QFE0GRL?ASIN=0439023521	Really Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suspenseful Action Packed Terrifying Heartfelt overall excellent book although it could be more moving From DJ book nerd and tv nerd and movie nerd and computer nerd</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RM31KHIXE4QI?ASIN=0439023521	Hard to Put Down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked the constant momentum drawing you to the conclusion.  They are safe now, but are they really?  It appears they will be punished for their deception, but how?</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3H9OT1XICOH8?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I watched the movies before I read the books and once you watch the movie and read the books the movie makes much more sense! Please make more books Suzanne Collins!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLH3DB6UN1OOK?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is my second,maybe third time to read the book. Honestly,it's as good as reading it the first time. Not many books can make you feel the suspense over and over.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2EH6ZV40ASGSH?ASIN=0439023521	Seems like it will always be that way	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The hunger games were very exciting and it carries a ring of truth. There are always the rich and powerful and then the surfs. Seems like it will always be that way.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RS6PO8YF5W8JR?ASIN=0439023521	teenager theme!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Weird theme....took me too long to get me interested.  Very teenager......Good imagination, had to finish to see why she accomplished such auccss with these stories.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2APA9DGRIVXNG?ASIN=0439023521	It's a book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good book I like it very much what's more to say about it it's a book very good author I would recommend this to a friend I recommend I recommend you watch the movie</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R192UTKDEGIYYP?ASIN=0439023521	Buyer Beware	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The 3 books in the series are terrific.  But the kindle editions are all double-spaced, so the 300 page book you think you are paying for is really an 150 page book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WD4B6W4DI75O?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love how much detail and emotion are in this book.  I almost started crying for most of the book and I  stayed up really late reading it thank you Suzanne Collins.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BKYSA01A1U03?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A very intriguing concept first of all. Characters that are relatable. So many ups and downs. A story filled with emotions!!! Definitely, a great book worth reading.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DQ7FAIES3VT?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book. I read the book after seeing the movie and it didn't ruin it, in fact the book outshines the movie by far.  Easy read and keeps you into the book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIN1D2QYVABPX?ASIN=0439023521	"Great Book"""	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you have seen the movie or not this is an incredibly good book.  The author has written it in such a way that leaves you hanging and wanting more with every word.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WXSCB925U955?ASIN=0439023521	page turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't put this book down and I'd even seen the movie several times and knew the plot, but the added details and language of the book still kept me super engaged!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15R8PLS3SYOOD?ASIN=0439023521	love reading this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've read this book more than once and enjoy it more. Each time I recognize a new detail, making the book that much more interesting. I highly recommend this series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3M2ZAK41F4OS6?ASIN=0439023521	What's all the hype?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I hadn't read the series and found I was an anomaly.  I found this book to be compelling and well written.  I now will be reading the next two series of the trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1W3BWPSEZQNDE?ASIN=0439023521	Intriguing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed reading this very much. There were so many twists and turns, that it has been hard to take breaks from reading. I can't wait to read more from this author.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RG9RDVWV29T3A?ASIN=0439023521	Go ahead and get the trilogy!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great novel and I finished it in two days. It would've taken less time if I didn't have such a hectic schedule. My only complaint is that it wasn't longer.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23LDDDV4A1WLE?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING!!!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Intense, heartwarming, heartbreaking. It is hard to find a emotion Suzanne Collins didn't manage to fit in to this book. I would recommend this book to about anyone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IND3WYX5YPPT?ASIN=0439023521	Second time I've read it.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the first time in my life that avid reader that I am, I have ever read a book more than once. I love this book and will start ""Catching Fire"" again tomorrow!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OFJRNG0CLGDW?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put the book down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">There honestly wasn't a single thing about this book that I didn't love. Tate story line keeps your attention the whole way through. I read the whole book in 3 days.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SP6SCO04R39V?ASIN=0439023521	Great read...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have thoroughly enjoyed this book and I am looking forward to reading the next book before seeing the second movie! It is worth reading for any fans of the movies!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLUF3RV2PF6YJ?ASIN=0439023521	Great Story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book deserves five stares.  It was full of adventure and thrills.  I can't wait for the next one.  I hope a movie is made from this book and more are on the way.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QVTIY46118E2?ASIN=0439023521	Super good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm not sure if you have heard of this book, but it just came out like not too long ago.  I would read it.  Hopefully if enough people buy it, they'll make a sequel.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZK46HXTX2UM5?ASIN=0439023521	Lovely adventurous book !!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Full of mixed emotions this book is sure to have you wanting for more the hunger games is the best book I've read so far and I can't wait to read the following books</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5AU4LYKXCY6Q?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was really hooked while reading this book.  I did not want to put it down. I ordered the next one and started reading that one already. I am enjoying that one too.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBOWX4QKTR7XG?ASIN=0439023521	Book Series of the Century	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you want adventure. The Hunger Games is for you. If you love Suzanne Collins, get this book. If you want more Hunger Games, rate this and buy the other two books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RT1D1L5WX9CX3?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful book so far	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm still reading this at the moment. It is the first book I ever purchased for my Kindle Fire. I do love that I can also read it on the Kindle app for my phone too!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SFQ734F1NJAR?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is filled with action and romance. I started reading it out of curiosity and couldn't put it down! Finished it in one day. Can't wait to read the next one.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2J3SXN87580FR?ASIN=0439023521	A very good and quick read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed this book and look forward to the continuum...was a tough book to set down, so time flew by as I started last night and subsequently finished this morning.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RD2LCU9J8BILV?ASIN=0439023521	Loved IT!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved it completely hooked and speeding through the second book now. It kept me on my toes the entire time and made me want more when i started on the second book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19DTSYWPAJ2KY?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed the movie,  but the book is so much better. It is decidedly more discriptive and engaging.igives you the feeling that you are in the ""GAME"".</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGM0RJCMZC9V7?ASIN=0439023521	Ty	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fvnjjjjjk hggjj huffing  gyhhff Vaughn hubby hmmm hunch hbbhh ffyjhh high theft behind violence Hungary younger hardship this book was good and why am I writing this</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OGW0FFA4RSYO?ASIN=0439023521	Good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Addictive.  Really enjoyed it.  Could not wait to get to the next book in the series.  It is a must read.  I saw the movie 1st and some parts of the book are better.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RH16SDPFAO8OF?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the book because it made me feel like i was really there. I couldn't offer you a better book choice . I definitively recommend you to read the entire series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZXZOHILVR67N?ASIN=0439023521	rread b4 u see	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The hunger games is a great book for teens and up. Its well written and filled in a lot of gaps the movie left.  This is a good example of why u read before you see.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTUMZLJ8XS1A8?ASIN=0439023521	Captivated	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Colllons did a remarkable job with The Hunger Games! Even though I had seen the movie, every word of the book captivated me and made me want to keep reading!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3N0U9436GC9MD?ASIN=0439023521	Read in record time	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The movie previews didn't interest me but decided to read the book. I read it in 2 days, which I've never read a book that fast before!! It was a definite good read.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21P15FNW6GDQA?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very interesting all the way through from beginning to end.<br/>I would recommend this book to be read by many people, I think it's appropriate for many age groups.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RL02UZ7PWVH93?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was a really good start to the trilogy.  I couldn't put it down!  Highly recommend reading this one for sure, and of course don't forget about book 2 and 3</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LLBT67O8ZN3Y?ASIN=0439023521	Must read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book in a day. Amazing story and very well-written. The premise of the story might be too violent for some but there's so much more to it than just that!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2B0OWY4SNRQH7?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome, just awesome.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Beautifully written, unable to put down. Suzanne Collins is brilliant. I have read THE HUNGER GAMES triology again and again. One of my favorite series of all times.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24W9K4KFGJ756?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Keeps you wanting more<br/>Guaranteed that you will want to read catching fire and soon after Mocking jay<br/>The book is certainly more descriptive than the movie</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GC5ZE3AOYI14?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing Story!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Of course I had seen the movie...but after much encouragement from my friends I purchased the book. Extremely well written,fluid story that is difficult to put down!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QB6WML9VTUJ8?ASIN=0439023521	Great trilogy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After watching ""The Hunger Games"" I bought all three books in the trilogy - am rereading them again and will probably repeat.  Love the characters and the plot line.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RST6BE8M14TCD?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Could not put it down! Riveting! Suzanne Collins is an amazing writer. I finished this book in record time ane couldn't wait to get the 2nd installment! A must read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1G8Q76SRFGD1V?ASIN=0439023521	LOVE, LOVE, LOVED IT!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I must first start off by saying....I DON'T like reading!! But, I was flying to Whasington state by myself for the first time and thought reading a book could distract me, I HATE flying! My sister in law had suggested this book to my 13 year old son, so I figured I could buy this book and if I didn't read it all my son could have it. I could not put this book down!! I LOVED it! I'm a person who NEVER reads (except magazines and news on the internet) and probably has never finished a whole book in my life. I immediately rushed out and got the last 2 book and finished the trilogy in 10 days, if my life wasn't so busy I would have finished them quicker. I Loved how it was written in 1st person. I can't stop thinking about the character and wished the story kept going. I can't wait for the movie to come out in march 2012!! Thanks to Hunger Games I have now found a new hobby....reading! Read the books you will love them!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RBSH8TEH15Q2?ASIN=0439023521	WOW... JUST, WOW!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow, what a RIDE!  It was scary, heart-wrenching and POWERFUL!<br/><br/>What an imagination.  I felt the dispare of District 12 and could see the coal-black landscape.  I could feel the hunger of the population and their willingness to do anything to fill the ""hollow days.""  I hated those in power and their bloodlust when being cruel seems to be their only reason for being.<br/><br/>There is a powerful story between Katniss, Gale and Peeta.  Between the ""best friends"" and the ""got-your-back-survivors"" of the Games.  To have to participate in the terrible ""reaping"" year, after year, and feel what those families felt.  To be forced by those in power, to watch children kill.<br/><br/>So depressing... and yet, there is a strange lightness, too.  Rhu brought it with her, and it stayed after she left.<br/><br/>I will certainly get the rest of the series, because somehow, I have to KNOW, so I can sleep at night.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2V1TG1I168Y7Z?ASIN=0439023521	Why didn't I read this sooner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't put it down and kept asking myself why it took me so long to start reading this incredible story can't wait to read the rest of the trilogy. So so so good.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLKJVRKY5VF3K?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">the book was fantastic it felt like a recipe a teaspoon of drama, a cup of action ,a pinch of mystery and science fiction.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games<br/>Dshannon</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12NWMYLFTT532?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book is a five star it relates to the real world of course the  hunger games dont exist  but the book has qualities similar to our world throughout history :).</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LDEF1X82HROG?ASIN=0439023521	GREAT GIFT	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Made perfect gift for family member.  The mom and two tweens shared reading the books(got all in series) and loved them.  Not my type of storyline so haven't tried.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37FOUMGXI6240?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING!!!!!!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the book but I hated it at the same time. It was so thrilling that's what I like about it what I didn't like about it is that they had to fight to the death</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6FM7WUSC36VP?ASIN=0439023521	Not a Brave New World	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Story too far-fetched.  Did not like treatment of district residents vs those at the capitol.  This book and movie I think appealed to teens and not adults like me.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1S9WCMK3FE4Y8?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After all the hype about this book and the movie I had to read it to see what this book was about. After the first few pages I was a goner and couldn't put it down!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29OVVJT6VCLRV?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games a Hit	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I just finished The Hunger Games and can't wait to start Catching Fire.  I already downloaded CF and Mockingjay on my Kindle and am looking forward to both of them.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2B65CJZD7PM7O?ASIN=0439023521	Very good series.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very well written exiting drama.  The idea of what could be possible in a world of imperfect people.  Good story, good character development, and keeps you involved</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4ZOJ3202DO4I?ASIN=0439023521	Very engrossing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Once I started reading this book it was difficult to put down.  Liked getting all the back story that other media (like film) can't adequately cover.  Really great.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RAF8FF2DQ01AO?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Thrilling plot line, descriptive action, definitely pulls on your heart at times.<br/> Overall a wonderful story I'll be reading the next book as soon as possible.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R213ZXK9D3TFJZ?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent action packed book ready to get the next one And I hate the fact that you have to write a minimum amount of words in this review excellent should cover it</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYPSAK6IGYC4J?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved the movie, but loved the book more. It gives a more in depth look at Katniss and Peetas relationship and the games itself. Can't wait to read the second book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VOWBNCSYB7JT?ASIN=0439023521	One of the best	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book hooked me the second I laid eyes on it. I think I've read it four times and it still hasn't grown old. This series is the absolute greatest you will find.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1H7EWDK3OJP6B?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A bit slow at the outset until you come to the selection of those for the games.  Quick read as are the other two.  Read all three in three weeks...Loved this book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39AD4DI2ORXEB?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put the book down. Hands down way better than the movie. Starting the second on  now! It was so well-written and I could picture everything so perfectly.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1D0VOD6P1PNNJ?ASIN=0439023521	Great concept	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved the descriptions of the world &amp; its' intricacies---good characters &amp; insight.  Plot was not predictable most of the time.  Recommend getting the next 2 books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28GA9KK96LN9V?ASIN=0439023521	Kept me on the edge of my seat!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is simply exhilarating! It is one that I could not wait to pick up again and find out...what next?! I cant wait to start book two! Definitely a must read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15ZFTEJPLQM8X?ASIN=0439023521	A story for everyone	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It has fighting, blood and guts, family, hopeless romantic love, family issues, an overbearing government. All I have to say is read it, you won't be disappointed!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35X3TGYJDZJ59?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I can see all of Collins' characters and scenes vividly. The story Is both moving and thought provoking. I look forward to reading the next two books in the series.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FYL041YWVQDU?ASIN=0439023521	Watched the movie before reading.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am grateful that the movie didn't stray from the book. Each moment I knew what it looked like. It was also great to be in the mind and behind the eyes of katniss.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVRSPYF1MR54F?ASIN=0439023521	The amazing games!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Even though this book is a easy read. It is packed with so much emotion! I recommend it to everyone! Young or old boy or girl the read can keel anyone wanting more!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QLX3UPQAPHQA?ASIN=0439023521	An easy read 5th grade and up	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is not a stimulatingly intellectual read. It is an easy read and a piece of fiction that makes one ponder the interpersonal relationships of a future distopia.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1N9CF35CJ76U8?ASIN=0439023521	Fabulous	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved every bit of it. I would recommend it to. Anyone from 10 to 18. Some younger kids might find it scary. I chose this rating because it was a wonderful story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RS0ASFXHO90D?ASIN=0439023521	Exciting Yet Disturbing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is exciting and moving.  I couldn't put it down.  This futuristic world is too close for comfort.  I was also disgusted with the way death was so casual to many.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SFXOYC88D8JT?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was very intrigued by Suzanne Collins`s writing. I have read the Gregorian the overloaded series, and it was just the same. Suzanne Collins`s writing is the best!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2B0Y5R8383B80?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I would recommend this book to anyone. Way  better than the movie.  Genuine story line and very well written. Second time reading it and I enjoyed it just the same.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3EG63GWDDQGKL?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins totally nailed it! This book was awesome, suspenseful, and just over all a great book! I would recommend this book to my friend who likes the movie!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35C9EUMOQLYPU?ASIN=0439023521	Can't wait to read the other two	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent book, highly recommended. The way it describes the characters and the way they think is amazing, it makes you feel like you really know all the characters</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16O0IAP9LWG08?ASIN=0439023521	Fabulous!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book kept me on the edge of my seat with anticipation!  There is alot of action with a touch of romance! Very descriptive writing can put you right in the book!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQM4Z54LNAN2N?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Such a good book!<br/><br/>A friend told me about it before the movie came out and I was hesitant to read it.  Very glad I did, I had a hard time putting it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TIIYVC8KOU9Y?ASIN=0439023521	Awsome book!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I LOVE this book!!! It's very detailed and you can see how the movie is related to it, but the book explains the events that are happening very well. LOVE IT!!!! :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33Z0QI12BL4MU?ASIN=0439023521	A quick but exciting read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't usually like fast paced teens dramas but this one really shone. Besides it has  the promise of other novels which should probably give the story more depth.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZT3CSXDN7AKW?ASIN=0439023521	Great story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This story is amazing.  The author really makes you feel like you are right there with the characters.<br/><br/>You should read this book.  It doesn't disappoint.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2L9LAHA5VHGGK?ASIN=0439023521	Superb!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was really amazing. It captured the essence of love and the people that have integrity. Her details were amazing and I couldn't take my eyes off the book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33S8U50HEI2V2?ASIN=0439023521	Wow	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">All I have to say is this book is awesome. I just really hope something like this world never happens. I would not want my future generations to be subjected to it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2578PNQIYHOA8?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was absolutely riveting.  I turned the pages as quickly as possible.  The ending was a complete surprise.  Just the concept for the Hunger Games was wild.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQCDY0R3Q1P92?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Omg that was the best book I have ever read! I sat down today about halfway through the book and didn't put it down til I reached the end!! Praise to the writer!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2H1N093FKRVRT?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of the best stories of recent years.  It's such an unlikely theme and yet so compelling. A much richer experience than the movie although I loved the movie too.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FOJPRG5P95E9?ASIN=0439023521	Good entertainment	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a good story to get lost in. It's captivating, although it's  frightening to imagine a world like Panem. I'm looking forward to the next book in the series.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7SBHET6IF2VT?ASIN=0439023521	Wife loves it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Bought this for my wife before I got her a Nook Color.  She thoroughly enjoyed this book, and couldn't wait for the movie.  She would recommend this book to anyone.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NQMX8XEKF96V?ASIN=0439023521	Great book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very good plot.  Survival, love, betrayal are all explored in this book.<br/><br/>Love how the book ended; who will she choose?  Can't wait to start the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBICJ0V14MTL7?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games - The book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Enjoyed the book very much.  Anxious to read the second book.  Had a hard time putting it down.  Had very nice detail.  Able to follow story in pictures in my head.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R79S4R8BENQZC?ASIN=0439023521	A page Turner.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A roller coaster ride emotionally that left me unsettled at the end.  The ending leaves the reader with as many questions as they experience while reading the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZK7T4H8NYZI8?ASIN=0439023521	Great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Had to read it. everyone was going on about how good it was. Definately a great read. well written. great story line. awesome characters. On to the second book now.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OSGN67PSCIRR?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't stop reading. Then I immediately started the next book. It made me completely unproductive. Im on the final book now. U fall in love with the characters.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2X1KT4IXHLGPG?ASIN=0439023521	Exciting and different alternate world	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book.  I couldn't bear to arrive at a destination and get out of the car.  I just wanted to drive around and listen to find out what would happen next.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39PDL2OMOSTTD?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic - could not put the book down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent book, glad I took the time to read it.<br/>Currently reading the second book and already downloaded the 3rd.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1L4RTJK81X1Q3?ASIN=0439023521	I love this book and I want to read more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I finished this book in less than a week and I loved this book how it described exactly what Katniss was feeling about certain things and some parts I almost cried</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1E24NUR8VTC77?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I admit I saw the movie first and there are some differences but reading the book is still like watching a movie in my mind are most enjoyable. On to the next one.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HQ38ZUFGT2J4?ASIN=0439023521	awesomeness!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I flew through this book (pun intended). Loved how the author built the characters so that we were cheering them on. I'm looking forward to starting Catching Fire.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17M7PNC4TWFUW?ASIN=0439023521	Great from start to finish	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed the plot and the story kept me engaged from start to finish.  I am looking forward to starting the other two book immediately after I finish this review!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20Q5HWA57MM2X?ASIN=0439023521	amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely loved this book. I was originally reading it for school but after a while I forgot I was because it was so good. I would definitely read the next two.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTYZS0JZYNVXV?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent but dark action adventure novel that may be too ...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent but dark action adventure novel that may be too adult in theme and should be restricted from younger readers.  We'll received and enjoyed by adult reader</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22OUAXVGGOR7A?ASIN=0439023521	I don't like the teen on teen violence.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Written well. I don't like the basis of the story. A few parts were too graphic when the violence was described. But mostly I don't like the teen on teen violence.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39ZSCKAUK7BM0?ASIN=0439023521	It is OK	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought it because I saw the film. Both are equally good. It is easy to read, well written and entertaining. I would recommend it to teenagers and adults as well.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CPRB3716SQP2?ASIN=0439023521	This will be a classic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A must read for all age levels.  Suspenseful, kept one interested in getting to the end.  One of the best books in a long time.  I hope the movies do them justice.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ACC1P28YUYKC?ASIN=0439023521	Love It	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After watching the first movie I knew I had to buy the books. There are so many details filled in and explained that the movie left out. Ready to read the next one</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CUM54GOCSGEU?ASIN=0439023521	Great series arriving in a timely fashion	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I purchased the box series for my daughter for her birthday. She loves the boxed set and the book quality is great. Of course the price was pretty awesome as well.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Q4TQJFBCIPEV?ASIN=0439023521	Loved	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was purchased for a high school student who owned this book previous. She had loaned it out and never got it back. So will covet this copy of the book series.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1G1H61LKXA9AV?ASIN=0439023521	I loved, loved, loved every mesmerizing word of this book!  I can't wait to start Book II!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the capture of feelings and emotions of the characters, especially Katniss and Peeta and Rue.  It felt like they were telling their stories directly to me!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VEZUTMFGU68V?ASIN=0439023521	"Best read since ""1984"""	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Book points up crucial importance of individual rights and determination. to resist government control of how, when, where, and why we aspire to better conditions.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18CITIJTJWEU8?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After reading the book, it is far superior compared to the movie, sharing every detail going on with Katniss, Peeta, and everyone else. Overall a magnificent book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HWS3F5YS9BDQ?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is amazing, it his great detail when describing the. Character feelings. I throw book wouldn't be able to live up to its potential but it's so much more!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVX8CAN05T8IA?ASIN=0439023521	Great story, a little disappointed with the writing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really disliked the writing style but cannot deny the good story buried underneath. I'm not put off enough to skip the next book, hopefully it's a little better.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TX3ITWJJY7HU?ASIN=0439023521	excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read. Ready for the next one!! So political, really. Shows us where we are headed and individuals. Where's the line? How far will ""entertainment"" go.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SOAI3GCTRI4Z?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">We'll written and a great story.<br/>The author really put a lot of thought and interest into writing this book. I would highly recommend reading all three books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3I265LSB3AV7F?ASIN=0439023521	Way out but a very well written story.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a kind of science fiction effort.  No reader who likes to think cogently will be able to accept the substance of the story.  BUT it is really well written!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38YMDEGJJOEO9?ASIN=0439023521	Loved every page!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved every page, started the second book last night, and already half way through. Such a good series!!! Cant wait for the next movie to compare the books with!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8ZEG3X1CQWYE?ASIN=0439023521	Didn't Care for It	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't like her style of writing.  I thought this level of writing was more for middle schoolers although I think the topic isn't appropriate for that age group.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2I122IAC276VJ?ASIN=0439023521	Very good writing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was very pleased with The Hunger Games.  The writing is excellent, and the storyline very well woven to keep my interest until the last sentence.  Very good book</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28UAOF7YJ2SHB?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!!!! MUST READ	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was told by several friends to read this book. It was excellent and I couldn't stop reading until onward finished. I am downloading the next two books right now!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R392L5ANXG9PY7?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the second time I've read this book and its still great. The way Mrs.Collins writes it is very detailed and once you get into it, it's hard to put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YXHNVZZ4UX3D?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Simply my favorite book in the entire world. Perfect for people ages 10 and up. I only recommend this book to people who can handle extreme and intense situations.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27UFMN9WI1MRL?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was skeptical of reading this book at first, but into the first couple chapters you can't help but get hooked. I can't wait to start the next book in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1S0GD6388FUJN?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely loved this book!!! I couldn't put it down and just read the whole thing in 2 days! I can't wait to read the other 2!!! I highly recommend this book!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4X52NQPEQERR?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put this book down!  It's such a different world than the one we live in and Katniss is such a strong character.  I recommend this and the whole series.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKIGCTNK9NP58?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Beautifully written story of survival and sacrifice, I couldn't put it down. I recommend this book to anyone who enjoys a strong character driven story and action.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1W2RVZO02RQA7?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is the best one I ever read and would recommend it to anyone who likes to read.  I could not put it down once I started the first page.  Totally awesome.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JVG7DEV8AY3L?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book. I really enjoyed this book. It is not the normal genre I read but I found it sad and dark at times, but the strength of the main character was amazing.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19KAO6EHTRJ1H?ASIN=0439023521	Loved The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best book I have read in awhile. My daughter had been trying to get me to read if for awhile. I thought it my be a little young for me. Would definitely recommend.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIWR90C1G0Z7J?ASIN=0439023521	wat a story, can't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am not a fiction reader but this kept my interest.  The action comes at the right time and the possabilities are endless.  What a stort.  Felt as if I was there.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JQ1XXKO4IHJ4?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved the book and can't wait to start the second one. At first, i didn't think i would like this book but once i started reading it, i just could not lay it down!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WKWMTAEA7ZRU?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Seen the movie, had to read the book. The book is better, although, the movie was good enough to make me want to read the book. So I have to read the the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3ONO53JRSTQ3W?ASIN=0439023521	Exellent Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My daughter asked for this on her Kindle and I read it to her every night until completion. I would highly recommend it to anyone looking for an exhilarating read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R209AB7T3U3RSG?ASIN=0439023521	This was different and I like different. When I heard the premise of this ...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was different and I like different. When I heard the premise of this book, I had no intention of reading it, but it is good. Now to read the other two books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XO2H2B1RN5HL?ASIN=0439023521	Enjoyed	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I watched the movie first.. which I normally don't do... but even after that I really enjoyed this book. It was an easy read but kept me intrigued and interested.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DSYS1E1LJGXC?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful, Captivating, Brilliant!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I adore this book! It is well written and captivating. The story is brilliant and it's easy to fall in love with the characters. Love to read over and over again!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RO67GMA75O3LT?ASIN=0439023521	Easy read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Overall a good, easy read, not compelled to read the next one. Read it as a break in the Game of Thrones series and made me appreciate how rich the GOT series is.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1G3NH6N34NW8A?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is very well written.  I could not put it down once I started it.  It was not hard to place yourself in the Games.  You never knew what was coming next.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1202CRHGBVQTM?ASIN=0439023521	I Loved It	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read it over the course of a weekend it was so addictive. The pacing and characters were amazing and I thoroughly loved the book. Will read the others definitely.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1B46QQYK6R0Z2?ASIN=0439023521	Exciting book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed reading this book because it definitely kept my interest and I kept wanting to find out what happens next.  I will read the other books in this trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1D8Y5KWCQ7AF5?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love  this book just like the rest of the world. It is well written and invokes a sense of adventure and suspense that you don't seem to find in a lot of books.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QB1K87T073OH?ASIN=0439023521	gift	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">gave this as a gift and she was very pleased with it. I don't know too much about it since I haven't read the books or watched the movies but it seems popular....</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSTHRO57I5PG6?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie first and hated it. As an avid reader and encouraged by my sister I am giving the books another chance. Book was good looking forward to the rest.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2AO9V6HU4XKMH?ASIN=0439023521	Better understanding	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie first, Movie was done well, but I really didn't like the killing.<br/>The book was good and made it make more sense. Book is really well written.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12FH83NQWJW10?ASIN=0439023521	Breath taking!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">And amazing and creative book with lots of suspense-also if you have bought catching fire make sure you have mockingjay too, catching fire has a huge cliff hanger</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Z0Q157CDILIO?ASIN=0439023521	Could not put the book down.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I found the story disturbing since it is  reflection on the current events happening in our society today.  I was disturbed at how brutal and children and adults.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35K9SMLI48ORC?ASIN=0439023521	Love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It out standing. I really love it bout to watch the movie and then read the next book love love love this book I'm actually sad it's over but next one here I come</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3K8G7KCUWDT7Y?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book held my attention from the moment I began reading it.  The development of the characters and storyline held me enrapt.  I recommend this book to others.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQSJT9HE3WESF?ASIN=0439023521	fantasmagoric	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I haven't had this much fun reading in years! Unique, interesting, edge of your seat crazy... Just do it. You may cry, but believe me... It's well worth the trip.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RKKHT754AC6J?ASIN=0439023521	Stunning!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a very suspenseful book, but it also pulled at your heartstrings. You feel the emotions along with the characters. I was absolutely hooked on every word.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJ8V2ESRQQFGZ?ASIN=0439023521	Well worth the read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had heard all the hype and thought it might be time to see if it is all true. Even knowing some/most of the plot, I found this a great read with some surprises.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5TGBN0T0GA3K?ASIN=0439023521	excellent for young readers	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The story is excellent for young readers.  It's like a mix between a chess game and a love story, and gives the expected cruelty without too many graphic details.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1H5CYRCEFO57J?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't Put It Down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought I was too old for this book and it was meant for young adults.  This book was so good, I couldnt put it down and would probably read it again next year.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36YMKI11LG3A6?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved it. It was everything I love in a book, all at once! Ambition, adventure, romance, and fantasy! I am really excited to read book two, an see what happens!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2W06LYKT7P729?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a fun read that has a strong female heroine. There are hardships that are overcome but it is no where near the end.  I love this book best in the series.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHOXVS16P9ODB?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't put the story down. Will anxiously await the next volume in the ongoing saga. Imaginative storytelling. Think girls/women will especially enjoy the read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17R1JVKKW6SSY?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger game s	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I rated this book because I thought that Suzanne did a good job in putting a combination of things in the book to make it awesome. I was really sad whenever died.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BAZHK3HDEP70?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had heard that this was a great movie, but an even better book, and yet I can't believe how unexpectedly amazing this book was. Can't wait to read the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10T86MBHSHBJJ?ASIN=0439023521	the hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">it is a wonderfully written book, a true cliffhanger.<br/>a story perfectly blended with love, betrayal, shock, and violance. i recomend this to all book lovers.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RH5AB8ZKQAIX?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome book!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book! Make sure to watch the movie after you read the book to give you a sense of what every thing looks like and to see the beautiful Jennifer Lawrence! ;)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29MCSN5CLF7EO?ASIN=0439023521	Keep Reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">For me it was a slow start and I almost lost interest, but at a certain point it started to become more intriguing and I was hooked. Can't wait to start book two!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3F1J2A75D51FU?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Really great series. I would highly recommend this author and any books that she writes. Very enjoyable to read and will probably read them again in a few months.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HG5U5N2FW6WJ?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't read much fiction but this book held my interest and I liked it.  I'm not sure if I'll read the trilogy but if I can get the book as a bargain I'll do it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZ4SJQNF249JC?ASIN=0439023521	Unlikely favorite!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The story line seems as if it would be too gory for me, but I was immediately drawn in! A quick read, and the two that follow are just as great! Highly reccomend!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QW52FIY5US2F?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this book.  I just could not put it down. As soon as I finished this book I ordered the next two books.  I would recommend this book to everyone.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RH9R2YJX296KY?ASIN=0439023521	amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book hunger games is an amazing book! I couldn't put it down. I highly highly recommend this book to others! I can't wait to read the other two in the series!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7767R8ECX7WC?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I quickly fell in love with the The Hunger Games series. I downloaded it right to my kindle and it's very hard to put on of these books down! It was a really good</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCME3UZB9HBOP?ASIN=0439023521	Makes reading a pleasure	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Although English is not my native language (Dutch is), this books reeds very smootly.<br/>It made me want more.<br/>All ingredients are in there, very exciting.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R294T1VP86ZDV5?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Let me start by saying I read a LOT.  I go through 3-4 books a week.  As soon as I finish one I start another.  This was not the case with this series.  I read all three books, and as soon as I finished the third all I wanted to do was start them over again, and I never re-read books.  They were amazing.  Everything you could want in a book you will find in these three.  It's the kind of series that really makes you think, and be grateful for the things you have.  I'm not going to go into details, because you can find those by reading the cover, or other reviews, I'll just say that you will NOT be disappointed if you purchase these books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3ASXYQP43FM8P?ASIN=0439023521	Good entertainment	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Much better than the movie. I've watched the first 3movies, and finally read book one, and what a great read. Highly recommend to any body who enjoyed the movies</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNVETRBMXHMXR?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is such a great book with strong, well written characters. I think that people of all ages will enjoy it even though it's written with young adults in mind.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23OQ4T8Y9QH27?ASIN=0439023521	GREAT!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read the book after watching the movie. The first person narrative of Katniss Everdeen really makes this great story even better. It comes alive with her soul.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R384XVRSDWVDLU?ASIN=0439023521	Could not put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Even though I saw the movie first and knew the story line this<br/>Book was spellbinding. I loved every minute of it and can not<br/>Wait to read the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QKE5FGP2FH5I?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was really good. I watched the movie first, but as always the book was better. The book filled in a lot of the details that were simply missing from the movie</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNLQC04FD5Z6L?ASIN=0439023521	Lives up to the hype	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A gripping read and the best of current zeitgeist of dystopian society. Well-paced and a very satisfying conclusion, this is what summer YA fiction is all about.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCMO1DLGEJN54?ASIN=0439023521	THE BEST EVER!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great book for people who love the Divergent series!<br/>Really is a good book for people my age; about sixth or seventh grade! Suzanne is so awesome!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3H55NUB1ETM6H?ASIN=0439023521	Draw you in and won't let go	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was an incredible series. Had to buy the others after getting hooked on the first book. Movies are never as good as the book, but the movie was pretty good.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NNIOGXB9SYZA?ASIN=0439023521	WONDERFUL	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I HESITATED to start the Hunger Games series because it isn't a genre that I normally read, but I am so glad I did. I can't wait to get started on Catching Fire!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YEARMQ7ZVC7V?ASIN=0439023521	You should get this series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is one of the best series i have read. The books have so much detail they make you feel like you are in the book with Katniss and Peeta at the hunger games.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PJAUU1EO8UB3?ASIN=0439023521	Starcrossed	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love the ending of this book. Perfect to make you want to read more, and much better than the movie, which I have to watch again now that I have read the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TL0D55ZXY5OV?ASIN=0439023521	great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was unsure about this book when I initially started reading it. I was over pleased with this book and quickly purchase both follow up books. Great (fast) read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R193VZ4SL7O1K6?ASIN=0439023521	It's a lot better and different than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's a lot better and different than the movie. It's had substantial knowledge for the drama. I liked it but not that much. The movie kind of ruin the experience</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CAQS8XBAE0OZ?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read the book after watching the movie.  I thought the movie was terribly violent and shocking but not so in the book.  Very well written and hard to put down.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1O90JYW57OP9O?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I did not think this was my kind of book being over 70 years old, but I was so taken that I read the other two books when they came out.  Hope to see the movies.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQ8464FNSFBAY?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I chose to read the book before watching the movie. I highly recommend you read the books before seeing the movies. The books are so much better than the movies.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IQANNWVFNZ3F?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins did a great job with tous book she is a wonderful authours  for those or you out there who like fun and tweenage book or is the right one for you</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21MGPI43QETQ3?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Im not much of a reader but this book is spectacular i am definitely reading the other two!!! Im absolutely mind blown astonished and excited for the next book!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PP639UYWV1P1?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wish I had read this before seeing the movie. However, there was no disappointment from reading this. The author is great and I cannot wait to read the others!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38AB6TT8L7UTC?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It doesn't matter how many times read this series the emotion is the same. I love this book and the beginning memorial story. Full of sadness, courage, and love.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUUF6PMXETB54?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book in two days. I was hooked. I went out the next day and bought both Catching Fire and Mockingjay because I knew I would finish them just as fast.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RR57V2WQ3N70?ASIN=0439023521	Loved It!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not put this book down once I started reading it.<br/>I saw the movie first and then bought the book, I enjoyed<br/>them both.  A definite re-read.  :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2L0XXBNU48E7B?ASIN=0439023521	Creative and mesmerizing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Spellbinding tale that grabs your attention. I did not know the  premise prior to reading the book...just as well or I might have missed out on a real adventure.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20PWA9AEBKNU6?ASIN=0439023521	A truly engrossing page turner.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The narrative.<br/>  Of the heroine is so descriptive that one  is there, watching from the sidelines. A really good twist on the evil futuristic society theme.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R349F9F8XR3H6S?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wanted to see the movie and didn't get the chance.  I thought that it was an interesting idea about how war was settled.  Hopefully it never becomes a reality,</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNBI0IHCX1DX7?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good read. Enveloping. Some parts a little predictable.  Some anecdotes drag but easy to skip over. Would recommend as a book to lose yourself in for a few days.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3N5QSCZQMGPM4?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really liked it. The characters were interesting, there was lots of action. I loved the characters I was suppose to love and hated those I was suppose to hate.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IJOZ9ZITLWAX?ASIN=0439023521	The book. On fire	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is a vert interesting book is about difficulties and is a very great story and I would recommend the book to a book lover and a suck err for adventure.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2AH8IM2UGTPS1?ASIN=0439023521	Could not put is down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great book i saw the movie before i read it and it followed the movie pretty good. I had to start the 2nd book right after this one to see what happen.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMYK6823TFV2Q?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book wasan incredible read and that's saying a lot because I barely ever read. I highly recommend it to everyone. Great story, great action I give it a 5/5!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2C3ADZSQDPN09?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book!! It had everything! Romance, Action, Sadness... I enjoyed every word and I never wanted to put it down!! I'm definitely reading the next one:)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RANLGAQJ1RBQX?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">No words except wow! And I guess more because it's required by the review. This book, and I can only assume the series as a whole, is AMAZING! Onto book two. :'D</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MLKJZJPT9Z2O?ASIN=0439023521	This was a great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really loved this book, and for many reasons. Mostly because of the little details, but I really liked the detail the author put into the Christmas characters.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SUHAEERV76BZ?ASIN=0439023521	Great book with endless action	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book surprised me, in the beginning it started slow, but it quickly progressed into an action filled journey. One . Of the best series of books I have read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35OAYFV0FL13W?ASIN=0439023521	Captivating story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After seeing the movie, I had  to read the book.  The book  provides  more insight into  the history behind the Hunger Games.  Well written and hard to put down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RI70DTJPJH4C1?ASIN=0439023521	Good read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book reads fast but in a good way. It rarely slows and when it does it quickly picks up again. The ideas are imaginative and sometimes haunting.  nuff said.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4F548UC7XSUL?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Such an epic book that will keep you on your toes and won't let you forget..... once you've started reading this book you won't be able to stop thinking about it</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31HU7WKUAOFIB?ASIN=0439023521	Very easy read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">While the book was enjoyable, I found it lacked depth.  It would probably be enjoyed best by the teenage population.  I don't see it winning any literacy awards.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26IUIBVGABX2B?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games was really for teens or preteens and did not hold up to any mature adult interesting plot.  Would not buy it again if I had it to do over again.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMW6Q7A3BE54A?ASIN=0439023521	I couldn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put this book down and was immediately sad when I finished the book.  It kept me engaged and in the lives of the characters in the book.  I recommend.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VJHPL0MD45SX?ASIN=0439023521	I enjoyed it but...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I doubt I'll finish the series. That way I can maintain my fantasy that after all their trials, the good guys win. I remain hopelessly addicted to happy endings.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RV752ZQ590G5V?ASIN=0439023521	I guess I bought into the hype...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">...but i'm glad I did. This is a great read and a wonderful adventure. I didn't even mind that it's targeted toward younger readers, the story is just that good.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31DO8FEKQ0BNQ?ASIN=0439023521	Better than I expected	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I read what the book was about I didn't think I'd like it. Was so popular I thought I'd try it and to my amazement found it very enjoyable and intertwining.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OOCX6DDSAF8T?ASIN=0439023521	Unbelievably exciting un questioningly heart breaking	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing book. The imagination alone keeps you turning the page for what's next<br/> Action packed. Heart breaking<br/>One of the best reads in a very long time</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1EBU35K2GNIHU?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had to read this book for summer reading. I was expecting the worst but after reading the first book I went on to complete the series and fell in love with it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DBH7NBHXY5UM?ASIN=0439023521	Could not put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not put this book down and read it over two nights.  A brilliant novel that grabbed me from the start and did not let go until the end of the third book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KJ4TPW458UXP?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've read the Hunger Games trilogy and it is absolutly amazing.  There's action, romance, battles, conflicts, and so much more.  This is an absolutly great read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R49A4WA1D5KMM?ASIN=0439023521	Surprisingly good, excellently written!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Given the difference in marketing between a major-house featured product and most other books (including my own The Rescuer's Path, a small-press novel also concerning two very young fugitives in the wilderness in a dyfunctional society), I was prepared to be disappointed by the so-hyped Hunger Games. To my surprise, however, this is, at least in its second half, a first-rate book that uses highly sophisticated writing technique to juggle the threads of half a dozen plot-lines through a magnificently orchestrated climactic battle with the ""wolves"" and competing players (i.e., teenage children) and then through the challenge against the Capitol's game-controllers, and THEN in the intimate human interplay between young Katniss and the man who loves her. Very well handled, elegant writing in, especially, the last fifty pages carries this well beyond the ""YA"" corral and into serious literature.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJVOX3PUCDDC7?ASIN=0439023521	awsome book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awsome loved it!<br/>Perfect amount of exitement! It is the best book I have ever read ever!! Three words- a<br/>really good book that I couldn't put down!!😎</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38K29QA8NELEM?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As expected way better than the movie.  The details in this book makes you feel like you are in the games also. Two thumbs up. Now lets see about Catching Fire.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1EV02JTDVNXUT?ASIN=0439023521	violent but unique	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This story had many interesting qualities and structure. I think that ages 9+ would love this book. You just get the vibe that you're in the story which I love!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WCQ4X4QZS3EU?ASIN=0439023521	Love it!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I definitely have to watch the movie again. I have to admit I was not a fan when it first came out but once I read this book I really couldn't even put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HTATOCLVMYVU?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Perfectly written, this book was GREAT!!! It had an amazing storyline and enough plot twists to keep any reader going. Will DEFINITELY be reading the next book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MM0UNU2D3XN2?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I is true, it is an excellent story!  Captivating, full of adventure and even some romance.  I enjoyed that the concept was new (to me at least), very original.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R218UTMOT6CVVB?ASIN=0439023521	Burn s ushbeuenmsmsnsjsjsjjajajjaujsubdbdhbshdkaond dhdbbdjsijsn	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Nilsson Kenya's 's Jens Ibsen Jenna Jenkins Jan Sun a jobs so Jenna is one lumen kiddies ok ok "" ok admissions<br/>Dundas<br/>Nash<br/>benzene<br/><br/>poP</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32VG8MTPFCHW1?ASIN=0439023521	Useful for learn new words (non english speaker)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Actually I bought this book to learn english (I want to learn some vocabularies) and i am liking because there are many new words for me. The plot is very well.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LN782CQDVKM6?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent book! It was amazing. I cried when Katniss offered by her sister. And also when died her friend. You feel her pain, courage, feeling.  I recommend it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TS4DT7P3NNUS?ASIN=0439023521	Love this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">could not put it down! This book kept me on the edge of my seat.  The author goes in to such detail you feel as if you are living the story with the characters.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KQ8L7GRAL358?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not stop reading chapter after chapter. lt's such a great story described in a way that makes you feel what the characters are going through. I love it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3H698FXP17PTN?ASIN=0439023521	A must read for a broader audience than intended.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wonderful fast paced book, with sociological implications that apply to our own time. Great lessons to be had for the target audience as well as the rest of us.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXIXYZDX40Q65?ASIN=0439023521	GREAT	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesomeness is only one of the thousands of words off this book. Its a book that will make you laugh, cry, and be frightened.The day of reading was so worth it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2W1UVZFRM35FG?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Don't rely on the movie, read this book.  The movie does follow the book's story line, but I always like using my imagination while reading! It is a great read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Q2R4DLVYBQMK?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">beautifully written story, intense and mysterious!<br/>I would recommend this book to my friends and family.<br/>hoping the next one is just as worth the read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2EDILDY5BWGMA?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Just an awesome read where you don't feel like closing the book. Only thing you feel is to keep on reading until the last page. Much much better than the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RD15AHSHZ0C00?ASIN=0439023521	Engaging	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Beautifully written. Compelling book full of adventure and sadness. The struggles of poverty and the tight grip of the government over the people. Amazing book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15RMYUMFIC9XD?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games hooray	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Novel theme well paced - thoroughly enjoyed it. The characters were were sufficiently different, not plastic and I look forward to reading about them in future.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HKIFFUJGGIXC?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was hesitant on reading this trilogy because of all the hype. I'm so glad I did. These were the best books I've read in a long time. I couldn't put them down!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37JTEG7JSVV7X?ASIN=0439023521	couldn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was amazing! I couldn't put it down. The author paints such a detailed picture I felt like I was watching a movie ! I can't wait to read the next one!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HPJN69ZUX14G?ASIN=0439023521	Outstanding	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read and the movie is even better, Waiting for the sequel to come out on the big screen. Very controversial in the classroom but a great discussion piece.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1A0D20PBCC75V?ASIN=0439023521	the hunger games. great recreational reading!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">it is an entertaining book. if you are looking for the meaning of life, you are not going to find it here. but the hunger games is definitely very entertaining.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HYGBTL5VU01C?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This thrilling book was a awesome. It had adventure in it.  . My favorite part was the battles part!the worst part is there is no bad parts in this amazing book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12IA25Y4TCC2X?ASIN=0439023521	GREAT GREAT READ	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I WAS CAPTIVATED FROM THE VERY START.  COULD NOT PUT THE BOOK DOWN.  IT STIRED EVERY EMOTION YOU CAN THINK OF. CAN'T  WAIT TO START THE NEXT BOOK IN THE SERIES.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RR67KFO63PA92?ASIN=0439023521	a great read for drama, romance, suspense, and distopien lovers alike	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">5 stars! a great book with all of the perfect elements. I couldn't put it down! Anyone who likes Divergent, or other distopien novels will love The Hunger Games</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2AUZJHMP1ENDF?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've read this book three times now, and I love it more and more each time. I can't help but speed read through it, each time taking less than a day to read it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ME9P09Y0IL77?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i really enjoyed the whole series. the books kept my attention. i would invite anyone to read the series. i hope the author comes out with any series like this.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ANXIRVHVXAFN?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was very good!  I left me wanting to read more, so I ordered the entire trilogy through Amazon! The book I received was in good condition as promised.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3N1IU0MCFWQDY?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great storyline!  Good series for teenagers and adults alike!  Lots of action!  Easy read, reads very fast.  Makes you ""hunger"" for next book in series!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KDJXXKW43LVS?ASIN=0439023521	It grew on me.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I started this and was not really into it. About 1/4 of the way through I started looking forward to each chapter. I guess I'm hooked. I'm getting the 2nd book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OTKW3V30I2AH?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">LOVE IT!  Very interesting.  Couldn't put it down. ""Heavy"" underlying theme regarding the power of government and what we can consider ""normal"".</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XDKMTTDNKC3Z?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I watched the movie before I read the book because if the movie wasn't good I didn't want it to ruin the book. The movie was great but the book was fantastic!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3K1ZLA9A69FN2?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Original  plot focusing on youth in a dystopian future. Meant for young adults, but enjoyed by anyone who enjoys a decent story from the first person narrative.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBMJ1VT2UGDAE?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger for more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was pure adventure about love and sacrifice. I ENJOYED this novel, Collins knows how to hook a true reader into her books. Five stars all the way!!!!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FEGK6Q56G2M1?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is one of the best books I have read!  I couldn't put it down.  Very suspenseful and intriguing.  I loved every bit and can't wait to read the other books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R386LLORRRTDDB?ASIN=0439023521	Can't wait to start on the next book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">AMAZING BOOK! It was very hard to put this one down. I would highly recommend this book to all whom are looking for a book to keep you on the edge of your seat.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HD1ILZXQE1NE?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love the love story. Katniss and Peeta are meant for each other. I only hate that you have to endure all the brutality in order to witness the beautiful part.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Y71XMYQZ40K3?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This has to be the best book I have ever read(beside the Twilight Saga). I can't wait until I am able to get the next book!! Hope it is as good as this one was.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTS9JSL46L1BE?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is, with no doubt, the best book I have ever read. The phase is perfect for the events and it left so many mysteries, I could never put the book down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GO7MR94V7XQW?ASIN=0439023521	Wow	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book. Can't believe it kept me hooked. Could not put it down. Definitely recommended to anyone looking for something filled with excitement and adventure.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/REH0KRU5T2XZ?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is very exciting! I would recommend this book to teenagers especially girls. Probably, this is the best book I have ever read in my whole entire life.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZMDSM69KXT59?ASIN=0439023521	Great book, easy read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book, easy read.  A fun sci fi thriller that throws you into intense action which is hard to down until you finish the story.  The best book of the three.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5O7XYB0LHTZ9?ASIN=0439023521	Page turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have watched the movie<br/><br/> And couldn't get enough of it. I knew the book is very detailed and more exciting and I was right.Can't wait to read book 2</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20D44CJ9HJKO3?ASIN=0439023521	first book in the series-don't read until you have time to finish them all! The first one gets you hooked!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved everything about this book series. I stayed up late into the night for several nights straight just to finish all three. I highly recommend all of them.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R593DE6P33ME9?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was far superior to the movie.  Once I started reading it kept me hooked.  It had a rather slow start but was going full throttle once the games began.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RV0SHPUU0WCSL?ASIN=0439023521	Enjoyment	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book series! This is a wonderful book series.  It takes you to a different time and place where you wonder how people can think that life like this is OK.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RR06P64ZIGJER?ASIN=0439023521	I'm in love with this story!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazingly well written and filled with so much emotion. I honestly didn't think I would be as impressed as I am. I cannot wait to read the rest of this trilogy!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKXXE46VRUJI5?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not put it down! The author did a wonderful job of projecting emotion. I often found myself staying up way too late because I was engulfed in the story!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQ37LUBF9E9F2?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the Movie...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Compelling narrative, good character development, excellent perspective from the protagonists POV.  Dystopian fiction doesn't get much better than this, really.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17HP60M6G84NU?ASIN=0439023521	LILRED726	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Just loved this book! I couldn't put it down. The details author Suzanne Collins gave made you believe you were right there in the arena with Katniss and Peeta.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TRLT56LK50D4?ASIN=0439023521	Great!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved book!  Can't wait to read next one!  Trying to convince my 10 year old son to read it.  Maybe once we watch the movie together it will get him interested.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35V3RFP3UOE3I?ASIN=0439023521	Wow!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">There's so many reviews for this book, and I just to say how much I enjoyed it. I'm going to get two others and keep myself busy reading. Thank you Ms. Collins!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LLPO1EY3N6K5?ASIN=0439023521	Really good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed it. Kept me on the edge of my seat a lot. I like how the movies followed the book fairly close, much closer than other movies made from books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15I8JT1C0UGFG?ASIN=0439023521	Such an amazing book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you enjoy dystopia, action or any of that... Don't think about it. Just buy it. It's an amazing book you will not regret purchasing to read. Buy the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14XYIK16VD9CP?ASIN=0439023521	so much detail could not put down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was truly amazing! I had trouble putting it down.<br/><br/>I would listen to it while driving cooking before I went to bed. I can't wait to start book 2</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R394T70HOFKXL7?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book. To completely understand it you have to read it then listen to it to completely understand. Don't forget about the movie. And the next books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2J1DPPNTOPQAM?ASIN=0439023521	great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read. Tops movie highly recommended. Awesome detail goes well with the movie. Movie is ascene creator. Need to read series if u started reading this book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R824BL2VJHSR9?ASIN=0439023521	luv it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the romance the adventure in this book and  the AWSOME writer! This is the first time I have read the hunger games series and so far it is pretty good!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6TRASWO6YC16?ASIN=0439023521	Great Story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very easy read.  Couldn't stop reading until the book was done.  Now onto ""Catching Fire"".<br/>I seen both movies; but still wanted to read the books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWNHJ32QV3XFT?ASIN=0439023521	A real page turner.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very action filled read. No long drawn out boring sections. Interesting concept. Really enjoyed this book, look forward to reading the next book in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37U0TA5MZN9SD?ASIN=0439023521	Love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After reading Harry Potter and Twilight Series, I have to say that It was a great and entertaining book and I am looking forward to read Hunger Games series :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WSKMW56HUGXH?ASIN=0439023521	Wow	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow, such an intriguing book. Really makes you think. I felt guilty reading it. Like, should I really want to watch this train wreck. Definitely an eye opener.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCV0HIN1921DB?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this is a great book lots of action and adventure. a lot of emotion almost cried when my favorite character died definitely a five star book movie is also good</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R122GDU15CQXSV?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome read!  Better than the movie.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm often reluctant to read a book after I've seen the movie, but this was well worth it.  If you like lots of emotion and adventure, this is the book for you.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JJZCRPZHMAMX?ASIN=0439023521	Great!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I started this series because I couldn't wait for the 3rd movie to come out to learn what happens. the book is so much better than the movie. HIGHLY recommend!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZX5LT0Q2XTX9?ASIN=0439023521	Mesmerising	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Once I began reading I had a hard time putting the book down. I recommend this book to everyone. You will enjoy it I can't wait to read the next in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KI9X1TQ6KDNP?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing, absolutely amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book and I hope she ends up with Peeta. It made me feel so much for the character and I wish she would just follow her feelings from time to time.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VQJM0PWMQMQ6?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really like this book alot better than the movie. They left alot out and its really sad, but either that it's a great book can't wait to read the next book !</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FNDJ5F1VN398?ASIN=0439023521	VERY GOOD	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was skillfully written and very emotional and you will have many conflicting emotions. The characters were very well developed. VERY good read but very sad.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RE6LODH73M4SR?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">once started I had to keep reading and within a short time I had all three books read. Perhaps the 3rd book had a lot of repetition but I still enjoyed reading</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YR71TAVRF4R3?ASIN=0439023521	Wow!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not stop reading this book. It is just so fantastic! I absolutely had a blast reading this. I'm not going to spoil anything, just trust me and read it.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34B9E4CKJIY8J?ASIN=0439023521	series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was actually suprised how much I enjoyed reading this book... I finished it before the movie even came out and just loved it... it was a fast read as well...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYR2JSBSUB2MW?ASIN=0439023521	GREAT BOOK!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is such a great read.  I read this and then watched the movie, I HAD seen the movie before, but it made me realize the book was so much better.  LOVE IT!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3U7ZP0U2GUOTD?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Really enjoyed this book even although it is not really my type of book. Very enjoyable to read. I watched the film afterwards and the book is 100 times better</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2F6IQ89M90SAP?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed it very much.  Movie was fantastic and actress was great.  Great story. I feel it would not be a waste of money to purchase either the book or movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKR5W59GGCTQK?ASIN=0439023521	Woo!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Way more exciting than the movie! I'd recommend it for anyone 13+. Even my husband seemed interested when I told him the differences in the book and the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JU5ID9RM6OOT?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I watched the movie long time ago.<br/>And now I decide to read the book, although it's my teacher's requirement to read the book.<br/>i think i will love it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RHXQ2JJ2JCJS?ASIN=0439023521	summer reading list	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">good book to read for school.it makes you think about the future.it makes you think about your children and grandchildren's future also. canat wait for book #2</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1E8KR1TBWSGDE?ASIN=0439023521	A Wonderful books	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book!!!! It got my attention and keep me on the end of my seat just waiting for the next thing to happen! I can't wait to read the next two books!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LJFQADLN1UXN?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games--interesting read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is very interesting--perhaps a foreshadowing of things to come--of what happens when the elite class has total control over the working class.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SNTNDMDSWPGA?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I gave it 4 stars because there are 2 more books to read. Totally enjoyed it. Great page turner. I have 3 grown daughters to whom I will insist they read this.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2AHF0LXMSXOP8?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Not just a children's book, it's a book about finding yourself and what figuring out what you believe in and stand for.  Definitely the best one in the series.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3F8YBGJHD25W4?ASIN=0439023521	Good Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fast paced page turner, characters easily empathetic, leaves you looking forward to the next book. You will feel like you lived the seventy fourth Hunger Game.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CHTURS7WH2UZ?ASIN=0439023521	Great story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This story has a lot of controversy around it (the kids killing kids thing) but is a great story of a government gone wrong and doing what it takes to survive.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OCMQ3V95M94I?ASIN=0439023521	movie more interesting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i got this book on recommendation from my brother who loves it.  i have seen the movie and it was good.  i am having a hard time getting into reading this one.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2R751CKTNLEV9?ASIN=0439023521	good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I decided to get this book solely because I had heard the movie was ok.  I ended up reading the trilogy straight through and thought it was well worth my time.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TCB2FPXXESG3?ASIN=0439023521	look at this one!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A lot of people are reading this and recommended this book, but I am not sure if I should read it.<br/><br/>BTW, there is a Minecraft mod based on this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FJSNZ4NFDW8C?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is my very first time reading this book but I have seen the movie a few. I 100% agree with every single person who stated the book was better. Loved it!!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMAIK0FVZI2R3?ASIN=0439023521	Entertaining	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked how the characters were developed. Good action sequences, even though I disliked how much ""luck"" was required for the drive of the story or the action.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWFPJW7CNLOO9?ASIN=0439023521	Riveting from the start	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The story takes you in from the first few pages.  The character development is superb, the story line fast moving. I'm already looking for time to read book 2!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DLA6R870ADDT?ASIN=0439023521	Page turning	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A good excitement pod a conspiracy to over throw a government and there cruel ways. If your not sure about this book just pick it up you won't be disappointed.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XI23SOTJNW6Q?ASIN=0439023521	Addictive!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">An adventurous story that keeps you imagining what will happen next! A very easy read that will have you comparing our current culture to Katniss` experiences.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DY1RO9ET5RFR?ASIN=0439023521	Haven't seen the movie yet	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So i read the book first so it would make more sense. Good stylized read. Collins provides an interesting first person female narrative that I found enjoyable.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SLJ9KR5QVYI2?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I honestly feel it's amazing. I have no idea why I didn't read it sooner but I'm so happy I read it now. Now to read the second and third book. I can't wait!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSIV6HA4PDDQ8?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">We love peeta and katniss<br/>Was a wonderful book,can't wait to start the next book.<br/>Love it! :)<br/><br/>Loooooooooooooooooooooveeeeeeee youth katnis</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LRHCA755ZVWA?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Saw the movie before I read the book. So very glad I read the book anyways. Explains so much more when it's read in first-person. Can't wait to start the next.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDA7HDWUQ60U1?ASIN=0439023521	Captivating!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Once I started reading, it was hard to put down!  Written extremely well.  I found myself squirming, jumping, and feeling awkward!  Can't wait to start book 2!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RSXMNIO5CXGI?ASIN=0439023521	Got a movie buff to become a book worm	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am happy that i watched the movie first for this one, or it would not have been as fast of a read for me, but i still had a really hard time putting it down.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VOKCPK1SD4KK?ASIN=0439023521	This book is awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is one of the best books I've read. I gave this five stars because you actually know what Katniss is thinking and it is very action packed and fast paced.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GDCVTYPXPYJ9?ASIN=0439023521	Outstanding read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I  loved all. The. Action and suspense in the woods.  Kept. My attention at. All times.  I  recommend this book to. All. That enjoys a good action packed read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SAP9RZUJRM6B?ASIN=0439023521	Worthwhile	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Surprisingly good. For a hop on the band wagon book the masses have taste; this is not only a good read but also thought provoking. Reminds me of Ray Bradbury.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MTTQQU7UR81G?ASIN=0439023521	A good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It maybe two steps down from fanatsy books like the Lord of the Rings book series or the Harry Potter book series, but everyone should give this book a chance.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5QE38BDF4OLR?ASIN=0439023521	A must read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely loved it. couldn't hardly put it down. i am actually reading this book again. highly recommend this book. I Have ended up buying the whole series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33PQJ1N614F20?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't put it down, despite perhaps stylistic and other writing blemishes.  The subject matter was thoroughly enthralling.  Read the whole trilogy in one go!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZ3VQVU69691Q?ASIN=0439023521	A great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love a book that has a certain addictive quality that prevents you from putting it down once you've picked it up.  I can't wait for the next one to come out.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MZE6C5FGR9ZF?ASIN=0439023521	A great journey through a dystopian world	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wonderful, engaging story.  Fast-paced, and so inventive.  Very well written, and Katniss is a great heroine.  It is one of those ""read it many times"" novels.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3EDUC93NS5G7L?ASIN=0439023521	Fabulous	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Completely riveted to the story. My eyes hurt from crying. Any author that can have me sitting here crying over a story I know is fiction is very good indeed.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FL9TVJ8UWKKK?ASIN=0439023521	Absolutely Amazing!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved every part of this book and would recommend it to anyone that loves reading. Really great character development and always kept me guessing. Excellent!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RL39CDKOF8IA8?ASIN=0439023521	So the book was great and all	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So the book was great and all, but this was a library book and covered in library stickers.  Kind of annoying that it didn't have a fresh jacket but whatever.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21Q0GB5FWY9SC?ASIN=0439023521	ethnrthjhuyn	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Bnrhgmhrjgnryjnethnethnghdtnghnsgj sjgmgsjmsutmwtujstunsfb nyyhy me you boue nyyhy me you blue font fat fact stupid internt is making me write cause it's stup</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PZQJG0HXYS2A?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games Series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Was surprised that I would enjoy a futuristic type of book &amp; i read all 3 quite quickly. I am enjoying them so much I think because I am reading on my Kindle.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Z728329SUTDZ?ASIN=0439023521	Best Book Ever!!!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was the most amazing book I ever read I love the was Suzanne Collins writes and I love the way how she created the characters and the personalities of them</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27R03G9OOQJZV?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome read!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is not my usual type of book to read but after seeing the film thought I'd give it a go. Loved it!! Nice flow of the storyline and could not put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDP0UAHYTQY53?ASIN=0439023521	GREAT	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book was great I loved it and I'm sure the other two will be just as good! this book is totally worth the cost for sure! one of the best books I've read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PTC0HKH1UF0B?ASIN=0439023521	very good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A very entertaining book and story. It takes you on a unforgettable journey through times that you can even imagine people having to actually live. Very good.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1E68NCV2LSWPR?ASIN=0439023521	Good story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A frightening but engaging story of very possible events.  The book provided a better sense of conditions they were in and Katniss' perspective than the movie</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RF06CMRJ4TN2G?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book is awesome. I can't wait to read the second and third book. Maybe Katniss should be pregnant. But they need to get back together (Peeta and Katniss )</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FQCU2S5ILZXX?ASIN=0439023521	Like the book better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I did like the book better than the movie.  I will order the Hunger Games ll next.  I did see both movies so I hope book ll will be as good as the first book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1K6OOEXAHL2NP?ASIN=0439023521	Another vote for excellence!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's been said by literally thousands...the story is horrifying, heartbreaking and brilliant. I feel guilty saying that I look forward to the next chapter....</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UEL5KQV2VIVW?ASIN=0439023521	easily jumped to the top of my favorites list!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was entranced the whole book, I couldn't wait to read more to find out what was going to happen to Katniss and Peeta. Luckily, there are more books to read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RS9DWC9J8V4X8?ASIN=0439023521	captivating	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A captivating fantasy that of course has a romantic interest that waxes and wanes throughout the tale.  Fast read that can't be let go from the opening words.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3Q5HBIB0DEXE2?ASIN=0439023521	wonderful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing book. I couldn't put it down. Really well written and I was so immersed in the story and characters I sometimes forgot reality. Keep writing, Suzanne!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRBCA05JIWFJU?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Obviously loved this book for the same reasons as everyone else. Throughout the course of the book you connect with the characters. The series is a must read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSXP2QT19CY68?ASIN=0439023521	Great book I had to read it since everyone was talking about it. I am off to read book two.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The story is hard to get into at first but before you know it you are totally into the hunger games. More,  to come.  I am off to book two.  I love my kindle.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXQ5KZ1329S4N?ASIN=0439023521	Enjoyable Reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My daughters are enjoying the book for the second time through. It is nice having it on the Kindle so that we can all enjoy the books as frequently as we like</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11A5I8IMP8NSN?ASIN=0439023521	Easy read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book is an easy read. I felt conflicting emotions towards the heroin but it's good enough that I feel I must finish the series. I need to know how it ends</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UEY9I6TQR1DD?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games was an excellent book. It was easy to read and I could hardly put it down. I would recommend this book to anyone who enjoys a thrilling book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R106LFHNNBYED?ASIN=0439023521	Fabulous	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved this book!!! I couldn't put it down even when I had other homework to do! Intense, dramatic and absolutely wonderful!! Can't wait to read the next one!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DV38YSWU4AWQ?ASIN=0439023521	Terrific	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne made me feel everything the characters felt. Her words are powerful. Precise. Perfect. For any age too.  I am looking forward to the next book.<br/>I</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3B5KSZY9WYXI9?ASIN=0439023521	Whole Family Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this story and I love that it is something that more than just I can get in to. Many of my family members have read this book and they also love it. :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLPJG2V1EF7CF?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">First book was good, kept wanting to read just one more page. Books 2-3 were ok, not as good and left on bad note I thought. Need more information at the end.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2052P9E3JX78B?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the best book ever!!! I have already read it and it amazed me again. If you are ever looking for an action-packed, exciting adventure look no further.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17ZU3USP5ZORG?ASIN=0439023521	Unexpected enjoyment	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As a middle aged adult I didn't think this was for me but decided to give it a try.  The story is riveting and well-paced...a good book for a little escapism.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DXTGHFSJDSVJ?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is a really quick read. You can probably finish in 2 sittings. It reads like a movie. Character development is great and you don't want to put down.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RPJLBV4OR497?ASIN=0439023521	Saw the movie first.....	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Not sorry I saw the movie first....But will read the other two books before seeing the movies....an easy read for anyone, I have them in my Kindle Prime....!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QYOD7EN52CX2?ASIN=0439023521	Great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I blew through this book in three days. It sucked me in with it's theme of struggling to survive and the unimaginable world of extreme oppression of a people.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1AHYIMLCIQKS6?ASIN=0439023521	Great story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very well written. I read this after watching movie, which I enjoyed very much as well. Reading this book gives you more details to enjoy the movie yet again.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GBWF6ZA5J7YA?ASIN=0439023521	Kindle book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wanted to read this before I saw the movie.  What I found is that it is always better to read the book.  The movie was good but the book was so much better.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R187UAF1DQ6JMI?ASIN=0439023521	Good for one that enjoys fantasy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good for one that enjoys fantasy. It was suspensful, but certainly out of the ordinary plot. It kept me reading, but seemed like it was not a productive read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYH8J0DEVUYAR?ASIN=0439023521	So it begins	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The hunger games is one of the best books of our generation  it has been in the new York Times best seller for several weeks and is a simply a marvellous book</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DUDTTWDT31RH?ASIN=0439023521	Nice!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A good book that gripped me from beginning to the painful end. I would recommend this book to anyone. Also, if you are thinking about buying this book, do it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VE60FT5B3SM1?ASIN=0439023521	great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was great. Cant wait to read the other 2 books in this series. I still haven't seen the movie yet though so we will see how it compares to the book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1S3RLQLSFF9XJ?ASIN=0439023521	wonderful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had seen the movie first and the book answred a lot of questions for me ( books are always better) :) I really enjoyed it and bought the rest of the trilogy</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9NARV560ZBN5?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've read this book 3 times now and can't seem to get enough! Suzanne Collins, well done! Everyone loves this series and I can't find a reason not to love it.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FE917K94AXC5?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing and picturesque	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Every chapter made me imagine all the details in my mind and it was as if I was watching this story as I read every word. Cannot wait to start the next books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FWTF2RN2RTX9?ASIN=0439023521	Best thriller of the past decade	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book rips at your heart in the first two dozen pages.  I've read it five times and it still carries me away.  The best thriller of the last decade.  Wow!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HBKJB3HQ8DGR?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games -First Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Just finished the first book of The Hunger Games.  I loved it!! Can't wait to start reading the second book. As always the book was way better than the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWK5JA6J358PP?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a really good book. Very different from any other book I have read. It had a lot of twist and ups and downs. I did tell all of my family and friends.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RF8B3UG5I54BA?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing loved it the best book ever until I read the 2nd one<br/><br/>Five stars<br/><br/>Totally for anyone with a hunting side or would enjoy syfy books</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8HABJ8JS1VRU?ASIN=0439023521	Great read. 4 me	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Descriptive moving story.  Takes you in. Could not put it down.  Anxious to see how the movie matches up to the movie that played in my mind while reading it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IVS84T14SZBR?ASIN=0439023521	Must read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was by far way better then I first imagined it would be a must read even for someone who does really like to read the story sucks you in to the very end.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2156243S79PSB?ASIN=0439023521	Captivating Reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put it down.  Captivating from beginning to end.  I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book.  Never a dull moment and can't wait to read the next one!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZJHMYTASBDJ?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely loved this book! i finished it in 3 days because i couldnt put it down! i recommend this book to anyone that likes a good action/adventure story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8GOUV8PR72OA?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My daughter loved this book. The price was half of what I paid in the store. She actually read it cover to cover which coming from a kid today is pretty rare.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2AD6D2IGPJYLR?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Have only just started reading the first book after watching the movie (DVD). It is so different to what I would usually read, I am really enjying the book :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NAVENZ0VF8GH?ASIN=0439023521	disappointing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Had read so many comments on Facebook about how great this book trilogy is but it just did not grip me.  Was not a ""just can't put it down"" experience for me.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3S08H1CYIQRX7?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a wonderful book, I couldn't put it down. I've never read a book so fast that I finished it in two days and continued reading the rest that go with it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTPGQUFMVGX78?ASIN=0439023521	Never enough....	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I totally enjoyed that book.  It is the kind of book that you don't want to stop to read....!  The description of the ""world"" is very well done by the author.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KK5Y1K832E32?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Books 1&amp;2 are very intresting to read. Can't wait to read book 3! Interesting story line keeps you going.Story line is very easy to follow. Buy this triology.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QYC6I8IW18R?ASIN=0439023521	Well liked.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A gift.  Well liked.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ARQ3GWQGBEQH?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fun book for any age</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MIZGDBPJNSE8?ASIN=0439023521	Where's Theseus?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is a riveting, but disturbing book. As I read the book, my emotions vascillated between thinking the book was too far-fetched, (really.... kids killing kids on reality t.v???) to feeling horrified about the idea of sacrificing children for the sins of the adults. (Where's Theseus when we need him?)<br/>Although Katniss and Peeta show examples of courage, love, and self-sacrifice throughout the story, I'm bothered that the author doesn't go into deeper detail about how these godly, spiritual traits were developed in these kids. Where does one learn to love one's neighbor as oneself?<br/><br/>The book has a flavor of a futuristic ""Theseus and the Minotaur"", ""The Truman Show"", and ""Twilight"" all combined into one story. It's an attention getter, and certainly will make you think! A word of caution -  I believe the book might be too disturbing for sensitive teenagers.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13DC947DOSYUF?ASIN=0439023521	Though the movies are great, there's so much more to explore in the ...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins' Hunger Games series captured me from the moment I began reading.  Though the movies are great, there's so much more to explore in the books.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MYGNZOTTWP5I?ASIN=0439023521	Great story!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this book. I have ready seen the movie and I thought it would be hard to read a story i already knew the ending to. But in fact, I loved it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2H84FUKTX4QCT?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Really enjoyed the movement &amp; flow of the book. Character building was great &amp; now I have a better understanding of katniss's confusion between peeta &amp; gale.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1C3WA7I9PWWXS?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent story telling. I was very late on reading this having already seen the movies. Very glad I finally decided to give it a chance. Now on to the next.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MRV97528YX1R?ASIN=0439023521	Good book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I highly recommend this book. It's very well written and has some good action scenes. I am ready to begin the second book and hope it's as good as the first.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZR7XEHX4YIMW?ASIN=0439023521	I loved the first read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the first read, and I even loved it for a second read *within the same year.* Very well written, exciting, flowed well... just loved the three books.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7AJAWND5EK35?ASIN=0439023521	Tactfully done!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm must admit that the idea of kids killing kids was tough to swallow, but it was written in such a way that it wasn't the main focus. This is a great book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2L3DFBQHRGLFW?ASIN=0439023521	Okay, but somewhat disappointing.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I probably won't read any more of the series, but I may, out of curiosity, see the movie. I'm wondering if Jennifer Lawrence can pull off the lead character.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29JG33UT0UFP8?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was the best book published ever I wish I was katniss ..because Josh and I are just friends I  wish that we were more . I ''ve know him since 2  years old</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SOR2IXVCYF0W?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">To watch the film is satisfying at a certain level. To read Suzanne's words is heavenly. It filed in so much of the subtleness a film can not hope to attain.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVEYAE06WRC7E?ASIN=0439023521	I am obsessed with these books. I literally can't put them down.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is by far one of the most suspenseful and entertaining books I have ever read. I read the second book in two days and I am starting the thieves one now.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MRXETHSUNITJ?ASIN=0439023521	loved it,	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Simply loved it. Very hard to put down, and the cause of some sleep deprevation next day at work. Which for me means the book was good! Strongly recommended.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MNMP59C7AELL?ASIN=0439023521	Easy read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Unfortunately, I read this after seeing the movie, but I still found it was a good companion and I am pleased now that the movie was pretty true to the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RF0F4J11PDKG8?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was awesome. I loved the entire book reading how they survived and helped each other, Katniss and Peeta. I would recommend it to preteens or teens.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OOYHXMHU2M03?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie first but started reading the book, as urged by my friends. I am beyond pleased. So much detail. LOVE IT. I can't wait to read the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9I780B8R54BW?ASIN=0439023521	very good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed this very much.  There was a lot of information that was left out of the movie.  A must for those who thought something was lacking from the movie.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SAR1EQEQY1O9?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excitement all the way through..keeps your attention throughout!  No lagging!  Would recommend this book and the seriies to all.  Hope to see more like this!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QF51WNOY0HOD?ASIN=0439023521	recommended young adult read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great young adult read. i recommend reading these before seeing the books cause the movies just do not compare! I'm super ready for the second one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BFHAQKO9KRFB?ASIN=0439023521	Loved this booke	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I chose this rating because I loved this book<br/>I very much loved this I recommend this to anyone who loves<br/>Soto books action books and romance books</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R291NCNU8XWMY0?ASIN=0439023521	Totally Absesed with The Hunger Games!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I totally love these books and the movies!!!!!<br/>When I finished the first time I crude when it ended it didn't want to let go of the too cute love story!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20QXXX1PGKAER?ASIN=0439023521	good young-adult fiction	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's refreshing to read a book that isn't filled with profanity and/or explicit sex.  While it may not qualify as great literature, it was an enjoyable read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11SCKJZ1BMGJR?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best book I have ever read. I hate reading but after the movie I felt lost. Can't wait to read the next one. This makes 3 books I have read total in my life.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QI97LEXM2U5O?ASIN=0439023521	The Best Book Ever!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I would say this book was AMAZING!!! I loved how detailed it was! The book was also nice and easy for me to read!<br/>It was the best book I had ever read!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1X224R6D0ZJV0?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a great book.<br/>I read about an hour a day because it was addicting.<br/>Where did you come up with the Hunger Games?<br/>It was very detailed.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XFY97ZDTQS9Z?ASIN=0439023521	this is the first time I have read this	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is a great book. It is kinda sad though. They finished the hunger games so what happens next. It is a great book though not quite as good as fergus crane.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWE63RWH4RQ7J?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent easy reas	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent! Loved the details that were forgotten in the screenplay. I'm so excited to continue reading this trilogy and to see how the story further unfolds.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWAKVN41P1FEL?ASIN=0439023521	Love this book!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Was an easy read mostly becaues I couldn't make myself put it down!  I took it everywhere with me and couldn't wait to read the next 2 books when I finished!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SS978WJRL3ON?ASIN=0439023521	Fascinating	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Five stars indeed. What a fascinating look at what makes us human, what it means to win or survive in the world we live in. What Hunger Games are we playing?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQZDDVQZRJ5SC?ASIN=0439023521	Great story and easy to read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This first book of the trilogy had a great storyline by itself but it does leaving you wanting to know what happens next.  I can't wait to read the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QWX3ST86LKRH?ASIN=0439023521	You will enjoy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this book I read the book before the I seen the movie and I must say I liked the book better than the movie. Buy it,read it, love it. i did.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23UWUCCW2VCSX?ASIN=0439023521	Well written and a page turner!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you want a reading experience that is a page turner, this is one. I did not delete it when I read it, I saved it for again, which for me, is a rare thing!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Q6NU199B5YPC?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games is a winner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Worried that the book would not be as good as the movie.  Guess what... It was even better.  Loved every minute of it.  This was the first eBook I have read.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGAWOOC0FENKJ?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely loved this book. I normally read slow and take forever but I finished this in less than a month which says a lot. I couldn't hardly put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35H85XMKS1JKM?ASIN=0439023521	Simply Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The author held my attention by entering all emotions that allowed my imagination to create a constant sense of urgency of needing to know what happens next.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HE6OBHXLKQWH?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I literally couldn't put this book down once I started it!  It kept me guessing and wanting more!  Besides Katniss of course, rue  was my favorite character.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Z7TE16QXCCM?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was the perfect story of hardships, a little romance, and friendship. Was absolutely amazing and very descriptive. One of the best books I've ever read.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBK9IMZD48C3Y?ASIN=0439023521	Great read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've seen the movie, but the book is so much better. I could hardly put it down. It was fast paced and easy to read. I would recommend this book to everyone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IHUJ6Z7UXTTU?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put this book down. I thought about the plot whenever I wasn't reading it. Simple and thrilling read. Thank goodness there are more books to read.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SUI1HBZL6WQ9?ASIN=0439023521	Captivating	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Superbly written with intense emotion! I couldn't put it down, so exciting and compelling. That's characters are unique, complex yet endearing. A must read!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19YEJ45N10YLA?ASIN=0439023521	I'm on the bandwagon...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was skeptical to jump on the hunger games bandwagon because I tried to jump on the twilight one and it backfired (not a fan), however this book is amazing!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3ETFCWDUHQ2RY?ASIN=0439023521	Thrilling Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't put it down. Deep insight into the struggle in the society the characters face. Challenges you to think of the inhumane acts of people in our world.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VSW8E94XYVCY?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I can't decide whether I like the book version or the movie version better, but I really enjoyed both.  I am very much looking forward to the next two books!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R391ES64BBZ8TE?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I first heard of this book I wasn't so sure but once I started reading it, I didn't want to set it down! Amazing book followed by two more amazing books</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SO8Y50YJEJ9Y?ASIN=0439023521	yessup	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">like everyone sooo likes this freaking  book lol('0') i guess i like this amazing book so much! i am so reading the rest of the series! thanks suzz! love ya!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RR0VEY5KT159R?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games is AWESOME	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have read this before and seen the movie, and will most likely read it again and watch the movie again! This is the best of the three books, in my opinion.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMPPDIN5DQ4QK?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a great book and I couldn't put it down! You really get to know the characters and feel their emotions when things happen in the book! Great author!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7RXFEC22KFKR?ASIN=0439023521	Grabs You and Doesn't let You Go	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have read this book many times, but it never gets old. Suzanne Collins has created an atmosphere that puts you in the book. Great read. Absolutely love it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BDC6P6LOW67D?ASIN=0439023521	intriguing premise	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was intrigued by the premise, a future dystopia where the ruling class, as a way of wielding power and punishing a rebellion, hold games where children/teens are chosen through a lottery to compete to the death and the 'games' are viewed by everyone on television. It's a little Shirley Jackson's ""The Lottery"" a little Gladiator, a little Survivor. Collins is an excellent writer and draws her characters well.<br/>My only criticism is that about halfway through it began to feel as if she was straining to keep the plot going, inventing problems which didn't seem to evolve naturally, and a few times I lost the 'fictive dream' and thought it was getting too ridiculous.<br/>It's the first of a trilogy, and I don't plan to read the rest, but I'm glad I saw what all the fuss was about and, as I said, I was impressed with her writing. It was definitely worth reading. Try it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KNEEAFDCZKU2?ASIN=0439023521	Quick read... Even better the second time	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Picked the book back up on a trip and breezed through it. Enjoyed the reread. Noting the differences I forgot about after seeing the movies. Love the story!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24K2VO0M2IZZC?ASIN=0439023521	Read in a day and a half	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A simple story that paints in broad strokes, but Collins makes a brilliant decision to write in the first person turning her book into an urgent page turner</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2K0UHGSRVEQ83?ASIN=0439023521	cool	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was dumb, cool, weird, awesome, crappy, stupid and something else...  But it was all awesome, I love the part in the third book when they hijack peeta...</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NVW4PFSCB1GE?ASIN=0439023521	5 stars...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Ok I'm in love with these books, I've red them several time and I don't ever get tired of them. I'd strongly recommend this book to anyone who is interested</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36KU10F6DJU98?ASIN=0439023521	Best Book Ever!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could NOT put this book down! I would recommend this book for anyone ed who has seen the movie, or for readers who love adventure and romance! Five stars!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKV2F0L4IX3VB?ASIN=0439023521	BEST BOOK EVER!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games Is the best book in the world!! Suzanne Collins has written an epic page turner that will want to make you want to read it again and again.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R312C1QG209JOX?ASIN=0439023521	Worth the read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've met people who said that the movie was even better; but I enjoyed the visions I had from reading it and don't want to see them changed.  Very exciting.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ILDIWFQE8RDS?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is definitely one of the best books I've ever read in my life. BY FAR!!!!!! I recommend this book to anyone who likes to read awesome books!!!!!!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PGW6542X04G1?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome Movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The movie was thrilling and had a very original story. Could society really get to this extreme? I highly recommending watch the movie and reading the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3YAMSNG0CGXW?ASIN=0439023521	Well written and suspenseful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Susanne Collins has written the world of Panem in such well thought out strokes that I immediately engaged with Katniss and the complexities of her choices.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R398O4CBAADU0H?ASIN=0439023521	Great Story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Holds your interest.  Easy reading...good plot.  Seems to follow along with the movie quite closely.  Looking forward to reading the next book in the series</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3W1J8L2PXTRNG?ASIN=0439023521	Stephen King thought of it first	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">But still, it's a good book. Book two and three weren't great. Sort of the opposite of the movies where the first one was horrible and second one was great.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KT7L03OSYGCO?ASIN=0439023521	Quick read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was well written and not too verbose. She did a great job of keeping the story going without getting lost in the imagery of the situation at hand!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MMLGO1XP4VNN?ASIN=0439023521	LOVED IT	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">OK IM JUST wowed by the book and MORE ABOUT SUZZANNE COLLINS I MEAN ITS AWSOME AND I FINISHED IT IN TWO WEEKS!!!!!!!!!!!!!! THE WHOLE BOOK DAY AND NIGHT!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1T5RWDUZLW2W3?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games..	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved this book...even though I saw the movie first...books always seem to better and more informative....I devoured this book and ready to start the second</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RAO10BQEN1A5H?ASIN=0439023521	Enjoyable	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After finally watching the movie I wanted to see how the book went along. Was an enjoyable read that makes me want to watch and read the rest of the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1I2MMM631IX7H?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After watching the movie, I decided to read the book. I have to say the book is much better than the movie. I am looking forward to reading book number two.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IALFLJZRUR9H?ASIN=0439023521	Good, easy read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read the book after watching the movie, and it's definitely better (pretty typical that the book is better).  It was a very quick, easy, and enjoyable read.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZ44Z6Q6SNDJQ?ASIN=0439023521	A great read!!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a must read!!! Just a great action-filled book!! A page turner!! Another one of Suzanne Collins chilling/amazing books!!! GREAT JOB MRS. COLLINS!!!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2X5UTSZA1JQ7E?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">At first I was hesitant to read this and it had a slow beginning but then I found that I couldn't put it down.  Great book.  A modern day Lord of the Flies.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JPNH51IMKHP5?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome Movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">We haven't started reading this yet, but am excited to get started. The movie was great, I'm sure the book will be too. The book was in excellent condition.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9UY5MUFX2T0I?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">At first I thought this book would be geared more toward kids, but if you look alittle deeper it will keep even the most hard core adult readers interested.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R334ZQ8Z8J44NR?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Liked the book better than the movie and wish I had read it before watching the movie.  The book allowed me to understand and emphasize with the characters.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMTIYXVE5LEVI?ASIN=0439023521	Read all three books of The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very heart wrenching story with a better ending...hoping nothing like this ever comes to fruition.  You need to read all three books to get the whole story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R81AFAINHE6QV?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I read this I couldn't even wait to order the next two online. I had to run all over town to find them. I wish she would do more just that this trilogy</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18015JGP5WB5Y?ASIN=0439023521	Dave	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book it keep me reading half the night<br/>David.nwingle<br/>I will tell my friends about this book and share it with them thanks for the great book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29ECBY10394C1?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love love love this book! The book goes into so much better detail than the movie so you understand what the characters are going through. Love this author.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2AI8YU8LLK3D5?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The story is very fresh and interesting.  The characters are very likable and you can easily relate to them.  Its well written.  I could barely put it down!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RK71KEP2UNFP7?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It kept me always interested in what would happen next. And the story is sad and different from any love story I've read. It has action fiction and romance.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25KGCTJK8IV2R?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was 100%better than I could of ever imagined! Almost impossible to put down!<br/>Looking forward to see what lies Head in#2 for Katniss and Peeta</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQ2GNF3ISY9RK?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book.  Looking forward to reading the other 2 in this trilogy.  I'm still amazed how quickly the book load onto my Kindle.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SJXAG5T3LW20?ASIN=0439023521	A good report	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love it so much I'm buying the next one.<br/>But it's sad and scary but I'm happy that the person I wants to win did so happy hunger games!!!!!!!!!!!! ;)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3J97FSVQ52EVY?ASIN=0439023521	Could not stop reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved this book. Kept me reading and reading. Could not get enough. A fantastic read and highly recommended. Looking forward to getting started on book two.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R242B9RMGTC3B4?ASIN=0439023521	Interesting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I chose this book because of its popularity, and it's popularity is what led me to finish the book. Very slow in the beginning but a good read all together.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYLA4DP6O4VZL?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't  normally read books like this, but once I did I couldn't stop. Now I can't . Wait to start book 2. Definitely recommending this book to my friends.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3H7RGGTP8ZH7V?ASIN=0439023521	Heart wrenching	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Mind blowing, extravagant, suspension, betrayal ... these are just a few words describing this most amazing adventure entwined within the pages of this book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2L1Q0R4RUZ02S?ASIN=0439023521	its good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">the title may sound plain but thats how i am but the book overall is way more gruesome and threatening about the details rather than the movie check it out.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CUTMMN41ORYA?ASIN=0439023521	The Hungar Games was awesome!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved it. the book is great!!!! Romance, adventure and suspense. Awesome! It's a perfect combination! The characters definitely come to life on the pages.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R334MSRIK10GND?ASIN=0439023521	Astonishing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the book the details made me feel like in was in the arena with Katniss... I felt as if I was my own Katniss! Looking forward to reading the others!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQ1U2DLMN6Z53?ASIN=0439023521	Everyone was right!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Omg, love love love this book!! I had heard from others who read it that it good and I believe them now!! Can't wait to get my hands on the other books!! :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23NINY2ESOHCE?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great book! I watched part if the movie before I read the book and didn't like it but this book was awesome!! Can't wait to read the second book!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RA8T5A1WOWSA1?ASIN=0439023521	What a read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I did not choose to read this book for a long time because of the story line. Once I started reading it I could not stop. I can't wait to read the next one!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFWSZ9AOS11OM?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it. So happy I decided to read the book first because I am able to picture it all in my head. Very anxious to see the film and read the next two books</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TRL4NO33MK43?ASIN=0439023521	Great Series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put these books down. I killed the whole series in under 2 days.<br/>Better than Twilight and super epic. Adult or kid, you'll love these books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17C4P3B5Z3MNO?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderfully entertaining	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent characters and story. The first can't-put-down book in this very entertaining series. Can't say enough good things about this author. So engaging.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHP064Z90REPK?ASIN=0439023521	Liz Review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was an easy and quick read with a simple plot and good character development.  I would have enjoyed a lot more attention to describing different areas.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3L4NLFHQIP8U4?ASIN=0439023521	Compelling	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book drew me in and i had a hard time putting it  down. I do like the idea of children killing children, but the means of survival were very authentic.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLUU2FVKZHMQ0?ASIN=0439023521	As good as the movie...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked this book. My kids have read all three. I also enjoyed the movie. I got the Kindle edition for my iPad. It was a bit difficult to find and download.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWV5IEAMEKGRY?ASIN=0439023521	Have to Read it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book! Read it in 3 days since I couldn't put it down. I always had to know what was coming next. Very interesting concept and fast-paced action.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCYY178SFB56P?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a great book and an extremely fast read. It kept my interest throughout the story so much that I had to get the second book once this one finished.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1B3VJ4SZED4HP?ASIN=0439023521	Not impressed	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I may take some slack for this but I did not overly enjoy this book. I got bored with it to be honest and didn't really feel anything towards any of the characters. Katness annoyed me a lot of the time and I kind of got sick of hearing about how Peta didn't really love her etc.. I got the point the first 50 times she said it.<br/>I felt the story was a good idea but I felt the only thing that was really well described was the food. Yeah, Hunger games I get that but I didn't feel like I was ever there with the characters.<br/>I my read the last two I already have them but they aren't at the top of my list to read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JEK2XV9Y78ZI?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Once I got into the book I could not put it down, and I cannot wait for the second one, everyone should read.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2G87WEH5MVFDB?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is amazing and I am ready to ready book 2! I have seen the movies but the books have much more detail! I'm just so in love with the hunger games!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RB1XMRQR6WDDR?ASIN=0439023521	Five-star thriller	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Exciting and thrilling, I enjoyed every page😝<br/>Suzanne Collins has created a dystopian world full of adventure and rebellion, I hope you like it!!! :D</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1X4RJJW16BKA4?ASIN=0439023521	excellent read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My granddaughter had read this book and kept telling me  how great it was. I read the book in two days and she was right. I can't wait to read the next one</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20TKHQIZN8EAN?ASIN=0439023521	Read the book, then watch the movie.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">For starters, I prefer the book to the movie, though as separate entities, they are both good.<br/>But, to me, the book is well written and a joy to read.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MF1SCR8G2O9E?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was amazing! It's action packed, romantic, and epic! If anyone has read divergent it's just as epic! Everyone should definitely read this book!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1G63V9EJCPOWF?ASIN=0439023521	Love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great symbolism for today's society. I saw the movie first but still ended up reading the book. Much more than I expected. Will read the rest of the series</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XUATT6JHNQ3H?ASIN=0439023521	FANTASTIC	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing, heartwarming, romantic, love-hate story. It had action, romance, thrill, and entertainment all in one beautiful mixture put into a book. Loved it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJGODJFJV4N57?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent book, easy to read and catch your attention since the very beggining. I recommend It over the movie because is a little bit richer than the film.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39RO19RU0MOJT?ASIN=0439023521	No Flaws Whatsoever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I can't even decide where to begin. This book, this story, those...CHATACTERS. All I have to say is that this book had no flaws, and I absolutely loved it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMZX4W7WXSZKL?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Definitely keeps you turning pages. The writing style is simple but the plot is interesting and you absolutely have to finish the series once you start it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LR0W62C0Z7OM?ASIN=0439023521	WOW so good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book because it tack you into the book and you see all the feeling that catniss is feeling and well it so good I'm am so reading the next book</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RAQCGXUSN03Q?ASIN=0439023521	Futuristic Society Where disputes are settled with mutual combat of competiting regions.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Teens are chosen to participate in the games of life and death to decide how food rations and other supplies will be dicided among the different districts.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RICSF4G325842?ASIN=0439023521	Good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have seen the movie, but I enjoy book more because it gives more incite to what the story was about. Fills in the blanks, makes it a more complete story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Z3ELHKDD54DA?ASIN=0439023521	loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The best book besides the rest of the trilogy I have ever read! I was skeptical about reading it but glad I decided to. The movies don't do it any justice!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27E2GHXQ4W0Z9?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">kept me engaged and excited at what would happen next. I made the mistake of seeing the movie before reading the book but I can't wait to read the next one</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39B3XTUEXF3IN?ASIN=0439023521	Good Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">We read this book as a family and really enjoyed the fast pace and discussion that followed.  I would recommend this book for the age appropriate audience.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NFEDO35NDLT2?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book. What a great series. Held your attention . Throughout. Can hardly wait for the movies. I hope  's Collins can write something new just as good.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2J7EMDZZXYNDR?ASIN=0439023521	couldn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">While I am not a young adult, I enjoyed this book very much. I read it in two sittings because it was so addictive. Interesting topic and great characters.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPORJRHUZKW9G?ASIN=0439023521	I like it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">For a stolen rip off of a similar story. I like it anyway. I enjoy the movie! And the audio book is great for listening to in the car on those long drives.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32E3Z29IJ2L1D?ASIN=0439023521	Really good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I would mostly recommend this book to preteens entering middle school.<br/>I liked this book because of the action and the details the author put into it.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28HR9CJ96856V?ASIN=0439023521	awesome book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the part where rue showed katniss the tracker jacker hive. I also loved the part where she sang rue to sleep and covered her body with wildflowers.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4LY1L7SEN872?ASIN=0439023521	A must read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After seeing the movie I HAD to read the book, and of course the rest of the series. Well written, keeps you engaged and wanting to know what happens next.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLYKGOOMFLBVJ?ASIN=0439023521	Surprise	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The reason for reading this is comes from my nine year old granddaughter. I was skeptical at first, however I enjoyed it. Can,t wait to read the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LEPJKYSTUEQR?ASIN=0439023521	Good condition	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I like the hunger games movie so I had to get the book! But I didn't want to spend 9 dollars or more so I knew that Amazon would have it for a great price!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BQA1JMNM5D9Z?ASIN=0439023521	book review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great series.  Enjoyed all the books and I am a seriously older adult.  Would recommend it to adults who liked Harry Potter but it has a darker story line.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXDA7ETM922K8?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved the book! Can't wait till my kids are old enough to read it!<br/>It was a little bit of everything romance action thrill it was a great book to read</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CHGJBME2GJE8?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Book was impossible to put down.  Very  easy to to read and to actually envision  this happening.  Would definitely recommend this to family and friends!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4T093PE82UXF?ASIN=0439023521	So good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book. I could never put it down it was none stop reading, chapter after chapter. I  am 12 years old and world recommend it for ages 12 and up.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GIA8EE3LJO3E?ASIN=0439023521	Such a page turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put the book down &amp; I am so excited to dive into the 2nd book.. I just wonder what happens when they get back to district 12 &amp; their families!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GU48PCKUSTWA?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games Review!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I would recommend this book to any one I know. It was one of the best books I have ever read. I couldn't wait to read more each time I had to stop reading.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RK78IQFTRN481?ASIN=0439023521	Hated to put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very good story.  Was not at all what I thought it would be.  I didn't see the movie because I would rather read the book. Kept me reading past my bedtime!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWIAVVL7Y4OHS?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed Hunger Games. It was not your ""run of the mill"" adventure book. It was exciting &amp; fast paced from beginning to end. I highly recommend it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZAG2L5KEHRGR?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved this great read. Nicely done for Kindle.<br/>A wonderful escape. Well written, intriguing. A page turner. I cannot wait to read the other two books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KOD83JRQ8H3D?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I watched the movie first but was very please with the details to make me understand everything better. I will recommend reading this trilogy to everybody.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROY80MSWGC3Q1?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Although the winner was never in doubt, it was difficult to stop reading this book, as the suspense was great.  I am looking forward to reading the sequel.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26HDPJUSM2VCC?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent job and I would recommend this book to everyone who enjoys reading this author's books. It kept me on the edge of my seat through the whole book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROEXJVBXCXE7T?ASIN=0439023521	Fun read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this after I saw the movie but it was still an enjoyable page turner and the writing is good enough that that you forget you know what happens next.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZP26056XMQ60?ASIN=0439023521	This book is the equivalent of politics (tf2 reference)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Pure awesomeness = pootis pootis pootis pootis pootis pootis pootis pootis pootis pootis pootis pootis pootis pootis pootis timez 9000. It's just that good</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26IZBDI2LISDP?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Book is excellent from beginning to end! The details of every event are sharply described in and out. Hands down one of the best books in the past decade !</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PGFFPJYR8MMV?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this story, the best I have ever read in my life. To Suzanne Collins, and the greatest trilogy ever<br/><br/>May the odds be ever in your favor...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23BE9IX9TDGGF?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Way better then the movie<br/>Can't wait to read the next one<br/>Definitely recommend to everyone even if you don't like to read its definitely worth it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3Q7G47KRGOF35?ASIN=0439023521	I love this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love those book it includes romance and lots of surprise.<br/>some funny moments and some sad moments.<br/>You'll love this book i didn't think I would</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R346B1W3GZ286D?ASIN=0439023521	Good plot	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Interesting plot and enjoyed the characters.<br/>Looking forward to the next book!<br/>Enjoyed reading and envisioning the world Suzanne Collins created!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHS7HNLMSJAJ4?ASIN=0439023521	Better than I thought it would be	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought this book would have been a shallow love story but this book does not shy from the brutal dystopian world that these people are forced to live in</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38JIC9KJP16FC?ASIN=0439023521	I loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was much better that the movie. It has more detailed accounts of how Katnis felt. You should. Definitely read this amazing book. 5 stars for sure.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FLE9JOJV309D?ASIN=0439023521	Kept me on the edge	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was hoping the book was available on AMAZON. Found it and was very happy I could read this before my friends talked ablut it. I read it and fell in love.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2AQWLPKPJIJHE?ASIN=0439023521	great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It certainly didn't disappoint! I watched the movie first before finally deciding to read the book and loved the book so much more!! Totally recommend it!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R326CYIBB7GXYM?ASIN=0439023521	Better than I expected	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When the movie was released, I had no interest until I read the sample of the book on my Kindle. After the first few chapters I didn't want to put it down!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VD2K35FY0ZZZ?ASIN=0439023521	Great book. Panem setting seemed unrealistic in some parts ...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book. Panem setting seemed unrealistic in some parts but that had little effect on my enjoyment of the story. The book is much better than the movie</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RC4GN6NYNUS5D?ASIN=0439023521	I really enjoyed this book as well as the other two	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this book as well as the other two. Very good series in my opinion! My 11 year old daughter just finished this book and liked it as well.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25B911WK5IZII?ASIN=0439023521	HG book 1	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it, excited to read book 2. :)<br/>Enjoyed description of various hunting techniques and how violence wasn't really glossed over.<br/>Recommended.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMW006RSZ99QN?ASIN=0439023521	Great Movie! Girls Rock	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Bought for my 14 year old daughter and we love it! No complaints at all. She read the book before watching the movie which is always the best thing to do.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R223OA6IFY8005?ASIN=0439023521	Weak  finish	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was an interesting read but I was disappointed at how it ended. Collins had an opportunity to make ths an exceptional book but she missed a big ending.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPL3J5KPQVUM0?ASIN=0439023521	Quick, entertaining read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it...Quick, entertaining, and addictive.  I can't wait to read the next one and to see the next movie, a  I've heard its even better than the first.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JY3W8TSG0X4Q?ASIN=0439023521	THE BEST!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins did a fantastic job I love the movie but the book is even better if u like horror or anything like that this book is grate I loved it!!!&lt;3</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1J8V1T5RPC9Q1?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Captivating in every sense. Love, adventure, family, turmoil, suspense all wrapped up in s well written book. Stand alone or series it would make the cut.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TH1T1Z9XTTW4?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was recommended to me and so I only downloaded this one. I could not put it down. Had to download Catching fire ASAP. I would recommend read it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GLBLBQ5BI47W?ASIN=0439023521	best book I have read in a long while...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Absolutely amazing...read then entire book in just under 24 hours it was so great! You fall in love with the characters &amp; I cannot wait to begin book two.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22C9ZH3QD0UWM?ASIN=0439023521	The book is okay..	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book is certainly fast paced and the author does do a good job with trying to keep the readers attention although the premise is kind of shaky for me.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROUE1XEZOGCTM?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome read !!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very good read.  This book was almost impossible for me to set down.  What a great story by a wonderful author.  I can't wait to read the rest of trilogy.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7KJDSR8I4QRS?ASIN=0439023521	Great read :)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love this book!!! I couldn't put it down lol and it look me less than a week to read. Highly recommended this book and can't wait to start the second one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQRHO9KIC1IL?ASIN=0439023521	See the movie...read the book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Now reading the 3rd book of the trilogy and am finding it a fascinating subject with real connotations. Science fiction at its finest and told with skill.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15RTI9RZ6FKCO?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I think this book is AMAZING!!! And that she should make another book series like this, and my favorite character is Peeta because he is strong and brave.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UQLCSWVSBQ3V?ASIN=0439023521	quick delivery, great condition	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I already had this book in the paperback form, but definitely wanted to change it all over to the hard cover collection.  This was a great transformation.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPXMBRY3PJ0NK?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">IF YOU like fighting and killing you`'ll love this book<br/>Catniss is chosen to fight in the hunger games and has to fight the other tributes to survive</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28B9Q5D8BJM0S?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for More	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Definitely want to continue with this series. Engaging plot and good characters that were easy to bond with. Ending was a cliff hanger but to be expected.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FC0CICNJU8HS?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Been meaning to read this for quite some time when the opportunity arose...great book!!!  Good quick read, page turner, adventure and young innocent love.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MNJANZBMWTM3?ASIN=0439023521	Wow story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am amazed at how Ms. Collins wove everything together into this exciting and interesting novel that is enjoyed by young and old as a well written story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SN3TGQM5MGZD?ASIN=0439023521	Can't read just one!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Could not put this down.  Watched the movie after finishing the first book in the Trilogy, then order Catching Fire.  The books are better than the movie.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5QHPTSRCP6T5?ASIN=0439023521	Better than I expected	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm honestly impressed! Very good read, great story line and I can't wait to read book two. This is my first time reading Collins....it won't be the last.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3U9AWB9DJWA2H?ASIN=0439023521	hard to get	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was amazing and so hard to put down. It was well written and it kept me on edge every second, it even made me cry during an unforgettable scene.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLPR1C95KGEXF?ASIN=0439023521	Engaging!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book had me from the beginning! I could not stop reading! I love the main character, very admirable, and I'm going to start the next book right away.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17NE3TQWTL4VV?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome book!!! Can't wait to read the next one. It's such a great concept and story line. But I'm not watching the movie until I read all of the books :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3R0YM8K3GH54R?ASIN=0439023521	Enticing read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I found myself buying this out of curiosity after watching the film, and oh boy was it worth every penny! I literally couldn't put it down. Well worth it.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AXS4WKF5SXX5?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Intriguing.....gripping…at the edge-of-your-seat! Although I saw the movie before reading this - I enjoyed it none the less! Can't wait to start the next!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJ0U0TAZHPRS6?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games leaves you hunger for more. . .	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book keeps you sitting on the edge of your chair throughout.  It definitely leaves you hungry for more! I'm looking forward to reading the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Q2B4TKKBQDS3?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book! I loved it<br/>I would recommend this book to my friends<br/>It was an easy read and . I really enjoyed and can't wait to read the next done</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TW3CM9HG196L?ASIN=0439023521	GREAT BOOK!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I accidentally ordered this book on my new Kindle Fire and I couldn't put it down, I read it in one day! I would recommend this book to just about anyone!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R110HGMHWWULOP?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put the book down! It had me wanting to know more the more I read! I just started the second book and so far it has me engaged in the same way!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YS2OKUV4Y6TU?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is great!I couldn't stop reading!! I will definitely be reading this again. I need together next book. That cliffhanger at the end made me mad!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PZGTZ8BBKDZD?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book lives up to its expectation. I strongly suggest this book to people of all ages. I would also suggest reading the other two books in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3ICDMZW9TOU1C?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very interesting beginning to the story and very detailed. It felt like you were actually there with the character's. And I love their background stories.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3S2YQU6B9872O?ASIN=0439023521	An enjoyable read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed the book and am looking forward to the sequels. The book was very descriptively written! It held my interest and kept me on the edge of my seat!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39KV6L6M7JLO8?ASIN=0439023521	Sci-Fi/ Futuristic Fiction at it's finest!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A gripping tale that doesn't seem all that far fetched. Suspense and drama around every turn from cover to cover! Worth your time no matter what your age.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RE9HPIARK2A3E?ASIN=0439023521	Great reading.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was very good.  May have started off a little slow but could not put it down once I got into it.  I am anxious to read the other books in the series.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NV575JDIOOGV?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book! I had no interest until I watched the movie but I'm glad I did! It gave me more insight to what happened! Going to read the 2nd one now</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22M42D889A9P7?ASIN=0439023521	Keeps you interested	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger games is a fun and quick read that stays interesting,  The whole book can be read in a couple of days.  Interested to read the rest of the trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21TOOJLEE622A?ASIN=0439023521	a page turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was arm-twisted into reading this book by my tween son.  Sometimes I have to slog through the stuff he finds so compelling (just shoot me if I ever have to read another ""Warriors"" book!) but not this time.<br/><br/>Which should not surprise me, because I also loved Collins' debut series, Gregor the Overlander.<br/><br/>Both books share the main aspects I loved: compelling characters with a more complex and subtle set of motivations than you typically see in young adult fiction.  Protagonists with brains, emotions and realistic young adult reactions in a setting designed to bring out the worst and best of its inhabitants.<br/><br/>For the record, I liked the Overlander series a bit better, at least the first few books, but this is in a close second place for my favorite contemporary YA series.  (And leagues ahead of the Lightning Thief, but don't tell my boy that!)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1R9XKSDDHMLO?ASIN=0439023521	Not as expected	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Having already watched the Hunger Games movie, I expected that the book would be less fascinating. I was pleasantly surprised that it was anything but...</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3N1X5PXNLVXI8?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games was captivating!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger Games was an excellent read!  The author did a very good job of transporting the reader to a world where life is very different from what we know.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16STJU4Y7M9EQ?ASIN=0439023521	Great book for teens it's an easy read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book for teens it's an easy read. The love triangle is also a factor that makes you never want to put the book down. Katniss' courage is inspiring.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27LI1YRTMCTY6?ASIN=0439023521	Absolutely one of my favorite books!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put this book down. Suzanne Collins did a wonderful job keeping the reader engaged as she incorporated many twists and turns within the story. I saw the movie and read the book. The book is so much better. It had so much more detail, making you feel as if the Hunger Games actually could become reality.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3A557FUPGPCGQ?ASIN=0439023521	Made the movie more enjoyable.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read.  It was refreshing to see a movie that followed the book so well.  The world is not as simple as it seem.  You need to protect what you have.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGI2E7KUP6ZE0?ASIN=0439023521	Andi629@aol.com	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I CHANGED my mind. This book is actually pretty good<br/>I like this book It was pretty surprising when peers announced that he loved Latinas<br/>Lynch</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2T7HA76FS8UYT?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not put this book down until I finished it!!!!! I recommend it to all people who can handle a little sadness. I wish I had time to read it again!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQATEIQZ8YZP8?ASIN=0439023521	Gripping	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This has a very original storyline which really keeps you guessing about what is going to happen.  I found this to be fast moving and a real page turner.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2M8WR1BRIU6B5?ASIN=0439023521	Watch the movie first...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fantastic. Watched the movie first and made the book even better experience. Fantastic writing and couldn't put it down. Blazing through the sequels now.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38JSAN5MCUX9X?ASIN=0439023521	Cute and suspenseful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed reading this book a lot. it was a quick read but it kept my attention every minute. I can't decide if I am rooting for Peeta or Gale though. :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RC6UJD9443RXD?ASIN=0439023521	Loved this book!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing book! Amazing love story! Just amazing!!!!!!!! :) I haven't been able to put this book down since I started it! Looking forward to Catching Fire!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1L8DW6V4ALXL5?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games was awesome! It was full of action and adventure. I personally like the book better than the movie. I can't wait to read the second one!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3F6AOCGHB8TUH?ASIN=0439023521	Absolutely brilliant	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Books are always better than the movies. This was no exception.<br/>Captivating, and with an edge to it.  Bringing every emotion with you along the way.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RQITT3OCJZL3?ASIN=0439023521	By far, the best book I have ever read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book because it came highly recommended to me by several people and I wasn't disappointed. It was a page turner, and extremely easy to read!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RI8QB3OG85OV1?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent, fast reaf	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the book, even though I had already seen the movie. It still revealed a lot of details that weren't in the movie. It kept my interest throughout.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SDABQPNK4L2X?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's much better than the movie. It has much more details and very touching. Love it so much. Happy hunger games and may the odds be ever in your favour.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LNDLU19O48JH?ASIN=0439023521	Third time just as awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Never get tired of reading this, it's one of my favorite stories.  I'm definitely team Peeta, Lol, such an imaginative story, love both book one and two.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1AFCMRU32NQH2?ASIN=0439023521	EXCITING AND THRILLING!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games provided such excitement!  The novel was spell bounding and kept the reader on the edge to uncover the next episode and surprise ENDING.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R326NOP465HJ13?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is excellent. I have not read anything this good in awhile. It involved me from page one and left me not wanting to wait to start the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IU7LPJZF82KL?ASIN=0439023521	The Best Book I Ever Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is the coolest and best book I Ever Read. It has sadness, romance, happiness, and pain. I love this book so much I wish there was no ending!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FF294RJE1M89?ASIN=0439023521	Saw the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">on DVD, so I decided to read the book. I would not recommend it. I got the second one on Audiobook but doubt if I would read the last book in the series.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3W2S7BSDJVOV5?ASIN=0439023521	Why I like the hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I like it because it has a lot of action and very good description.  I think that I will read this book over an over and start the second book tight now.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28D0GBQ2PYKIH?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games Trilogy is one of the best works I have EVER READ!  I have already read the trilogy a dozen times and will read it dozens of times more!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1U8D082WLDJ26?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Liked the fast pace of this book - and found it very easy to read. But at times it was a bit wordy and tiresome.<br/>Over all an enjoyable book to read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PS66I3Z35QI6?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Saw the movie before reading the book and loved it. Now that I have read the book I cannot WAIT to read the next before the Catching Fire movie releases!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R336TALN7R6QRH?ASIN=0439023521	a good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great characterization. Good narration. But predictable ending. There are not so many twists in the story. I loved the girl Katniss through out the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Q4XS7HKTA1V2?ASIN=0439023521	Good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Xnxjxjxjdjxj nxnxnxnxjd zjzjsjdj sjsjsj dksksk,xksdk dkdkdkdk dkdkdjdj kskdkdjsksjxksj xkxjsksmsksksk kxkzks kdkxk kxkck kckxk ckxkc kxkxk xkxk d d d d d</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1987J4G6TSVIX?ASIN=0439023521	Awesomeness	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I LOVED THIS BOOK!!!!!!<br/>I liked it because it was so detailed and awesome.<br/>I would recommend thus book to my friends that have not read it yet.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUV5ZER7F24QQ?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Rough start, but what once the excellent plot got going the book was hard to put down., can't wait for book 2<br/>Wondering what is going to happen next</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JKTO782KR33Y?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book better than I expected. Will definitely recommend it. Very easy reading. Can't wait to read the other books hope they are as good as this one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3L8RTWMKAWH6U?ASIN=0439023521	Hello? Who doesn't love this?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wonderful book, easy read, and though I don't like the violence it portrays, is a thought-provoking book. Love the characters and the action of the plot.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RS76Y6LLX6QAL?ASIN=0439023521	Liked it all much better with the internal dialogue	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I watched the movie first but after reading the book, it makes soo much more sense to me. I loved the internal dialogue. Gonna download the next one now.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QMC8Z5IASNSA?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The movie does not do this book justice. I cannot wait to read the rest of the series. Thank you Suzanne Collins for sharing your talents with the world.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35CMBLD8SJ7XG?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My friends kept torturing me to read it. I was looking at books and saw it. Could not put it down. Amazing book Suzanne. Can't wait to read the next one!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33ZIG0ZPIJ3SK?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very very very very very very very very very very very very very very very very very very very very very very very very good book I love the hunger games</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8ETV0LU3H6O0?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games was great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This story was excellent. It was really hard to put the book down. Such excitement and there be a character talented to overcome the trials in the Games.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R333HB7H2WMJ22?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was better then the movie,only because the details that were not in the movie made the story that much better,made the characters just a bit more real</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13ZKYUK2LYRQW?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great,cool,so amazing,astounding, more than I expected,speaks to me,touches my heart,tear shedding, awesome, great, this is outstanding on so many levels</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3E9ZF3RMA9NRV?ASIN=0439023521	so much better than the movie.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">wish i had never watched the movie. book was best..  really your making me add more words before i can post my comment. amazon fail..ramble ramble ramble</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36XVEV0L5LYNX?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is an excellent book! Many friends raved about it and I finally understand their excitement! It was very well written and I couldn't put it down. =)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9O5ZZ5L2U2WY?ASIN=0439023521	It was great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I chose this rating because even though it has a serious plot it also had some dead spaces that could have been given more excitement or humorous scenes.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WXR2ZLM28QR1?ASIN=0439023521	Good for young reader ages 16 and up	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was okay. I think it is for a younger reader than myself.65.  The characters were interesting . I will probably not read the rest of he series.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BGVNJ2XKD6YJ?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best series since Harry Potter, I think. Not better than Harry Potter, but better than Twilight. Very easy to get absorbed into, and is hard to put down.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9E1UFINCWL88?ASIN=0439023521	Kendon	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Absolutely riveting!!  Can't wait to continue on with the trilogy.<br/>The author keeps us on the edge of our seats until the very end.<br/>Well done!)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15G2EUFN9BQEL?ASIN=0439023521	A must read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome book! Hard to put down. Believe the hype. Much better than the Twillight series. A truly unique concept which seems difficult to find these days.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WHPGQJ06BBY4?ASIN=0439023521	Beware	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Once you start reading these it is impossible to stop. I read all three in 4 days. I am a very busy person so this put me very behind on everything else.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GS74O9MDW5PI?ASIN=0439023521	The book was great, also the detailes were amazing. It honestly tuggs in your emotions	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I recommend this book for ages 11+. Anything one under that age could get scared or have horrible night mirrors. Also soon seems just aren't appropriate.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28IL7PEB4T8V2?ASIN=0439023521	Late to catch on....	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Even though I seemed a little behind everyone else in getting to this book, it is one of the best I've read this year! Off to download the second........</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R186BA67HSOXQD?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of those books than keep you reading for more..Very entertaining and easy read.Once you started you feel like you must read the whole book at once ..</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TLONAF95W3LD?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was sooo good!  I would recommend it to everyone!!  I'm glad I read the book before watching the movie though, so I would recommend that first.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R58FROYA236EM?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was not what I expected...I was checking it out because my children wanted to read it. I couldn't put it down, it was awesome. Very shockingly good!!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9GU5OE5Z0Y08?ASIN=0439023521	one of the best books ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put this book down. I stayed up all night reading it and when I was done I noticed it was light outside. Worth reading for people of all ages.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21MNEOTQDKRK?ASIN=0439023521	Such imagination!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow, that's all I can say.  I couldnt put the book down once I started reading.  Cant wait for the second book!  Hopefully it's half as good as this one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UVUKUV72XV5F?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put the book down.  I found myself staying up later and later because I couldn't find a good ""stopping point"". I just wanted to keep reading!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9GF33HHDBWFF?ASIN=0439023521	Unreal. Could not believe it was better then the movie. Now on to book two.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Unreal. Could not believe it was better then the movie. Now on to book two. What separates the boom from the movie is the indepth character development.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7LU1MZMD1HQW?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read! Very interesting kept my attention I am going to move on to the next series and the next if available. I like the author s style of writing.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Q3E7A43FB1KV?ASIN=0439023521	amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved every chapter and am still filled with emotions. Can't wait to read the others-what an amazing journey is found at every turn of the page-amazing.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3INRRM739ANTP?ASIN=0439023521	Surprising	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was thoroughly enjoyed. Never seeing the movie probably added to the enjoyment. Gripping story and likeable characters made this a quick read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Y2H4150LLP1O?ASIN=0439023521	A good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Better than I thought it would be. Kept me engrossed from beginning to end. I thoroughly enjoyed this book even though it was written for a younger set.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GTYF1HV7KPN3?ASIN=0439023521	Engaging	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As fiction, it reads as life-puzzling everyday challenges of genuine people. Engaging story and characters and enough mystery to continually deleted ght</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KERX5ZKAMZ6J?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love it it was a very good book i love the romance comedy drama horror and violence it was the perfect combination i think anyone would love this book</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BVY7GCXF910M?ASIN=0439023521	Saw movie first, still enjoyed book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It seems like a book is usually boring to read after seeing the movie but not so with this. Very entertaining and I will be starting the next book ASAP.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23WJGJE61Z1NW?ASIN=0439023521	I enjoyed the minor variations as well as it setting the ...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It might as well be the script for the movie it follows it so closely.  I enjoyed the minor variations as well as it setting the tone for the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Y2P4H2HNDRYB?ASIN=0439023521	Worthy of being set to film	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins has masterfully and delightfully opened the door on her own brand of dystopian future, with profound and inviting characters and events.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YSCGIVLUE2EY?ASIN=0439023521	addveturous	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I would recommend this book for pre-teens to teenagers.  I like how the author ended each chapter with a cliffhanger.  This book really makes you think.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R394X8F9QAB5IL?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The hunger games is wonderful and emotional but very good I recommend also reading catching fire and mocking Jay and you might like the divergent series</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZPVK4IX7XSO9?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was so much better than the movie .<br/>This is my favorite book.<br/>Thank you so much Suzanne Collins.<br/>Sincerely you fan<br/>Emma Reynolds.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FODH5GGTPDXP?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's a quick read that pulls you right into their world. A definite page Turner.  Would recommend this book to anyone who loves a great story/adventure.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RU5US7FK617JS?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am speechless, this book took my breath away. It is a brilliant piece of writing and I highly recommend it. I have nothing bad to say about this book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PE9E61YJLEDJ?ASIN=0439023521	awesome book, quick read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book keeps moving, better than the movie as you get more of Katniss's thoughts, how she feels, plus the ending is a little different than the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YH2BW167TIFV?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins creates another world for her readers to get lost in.<br/>this book will play with your emotions and keep you thinking the entire time.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33T4PA7NNRFH?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have already seen the movies but yet I was still hooked from the first paragraph. I would recommend to everyone even if you've already seen the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SNI1X92LYKE4?ASIN=0439023521	great story line, great characters	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A fairly easy read. The story has you attached to the pain and suffering of the people; juxtaposed by the love story we see unfolding. On to book two!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVFANVDJHHPVV?ASIN=0439023521	A Great Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great series thus far and I am looking forward to enjoying reading the rest of the series and the author did a wonderful job putting this book together.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32XR7IR5Y1S41?ASIN=0439023521	LOVE IT, LOVE I, LOVE IT!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I LOVED THIS BOOK.  IT CAPTURED ME FROM PAGE 1.  I WOULD RECOMMEND THE BOOK TO ANYONE WHO HAS SEEN THE MOVIE.  IT GIVES YOU MUCH, MUCH MORE INFORMATION.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FHP8Y7Q3LDBV?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I finished this book in about two days. Once the Hunger Games begin, there's never a full moment, and that had me turning the pages well into the night.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27VSYEDTO4SBZ?ASIN=0439023521	great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games (Book 1)<br/>great book, this is one of the recommended books from my Eng teacher. The contend is not too scary as my friends told me.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23VJWXWWL39A9?ASIN=0439023521	dramatic realism...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Prominent protagonist rediscovers the drive to live, love and survive. Totally phenomenal read, moving on to the next in the trilogy with fear and zeal.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LTMYN2957JWJ?ASIN=0439023521	Great Books.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loves these books.  We can't wait to see the movies.  The are a fast, easy read and the kids were able to take their reading tests at school with these.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZOF4QG6UTO41?ASIN=0439023521	Loveeee.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great book!  I'm really glad that I didn't start it until the entire series was complete though because each book leaves you begging for more!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WUNOOVYCLWNB?ASIN=0439023521	Love this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A fast read, interesting subject matter and although I haven't read the other books in the series I'm sure I will enjoy them as well as the Hunger Games</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TYBZCYPLIERE?ASIN=0439023521	Engaging read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very engaging book - I honestly couldn't put it down. Rarely do I have that experience with books. You also almost feel like you are there in the games.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9NV7I6K9VKGU?ASIN=0439023521	Had me captivated...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">From the moment I started this I couldn't put it down, great book! I definitely recommended this book to anyone who wants a book to grab their attention</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XXDWCCL03NM6?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Anyone who is looking for a book that carries tremendous detail will love this book. If you liked the movie you will like the book. You will get hooked!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PV5N2CP3OSYL?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good book, I have a little trouble visualizing the descriptions contained in it, probably because I saw the movie first instead of the other way around.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1G29JHAMCSISE?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed reading this book and excited to read the next one.  Every page kept me wanting to read more, very hard to put down.<br/><br/>Delia Mitchell</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36R9EQ4QPT6B9?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely love this book. It has action,adventure,romance,and just the right amount of drama. I LOVED THIS BOOK. BEST BOOK I'VE READ IN A LONG TIME!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1B0QPTD6N0WIA?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't read the book till i watched the movie, i fell in love with both.  If you want to connect with the characters on another level, read this book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12CDHTROLNEF4?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love the story of Katnis.  She risks her own life to save her sister but in the end finds love.  Wonderful story that I enjoy reading many times over.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RG1X8OHP7EPNJ?ASIN=0439023521	Hungrier Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The first person view from this book was confusing to start but really allowed for a stronger connection to all the characters  this was my first e read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7WHEF47TRPSQ?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Absolutely amazing can't wait to finish the other books!!!<br/><br/> It was almost impossible to put the book down from the moment I began reading....</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33CF7CYRMN4ZL?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This if far by the best book I have eve read. All of the romance with them. But after it brings it all back to the beginning what is real and what isn't</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KK3VC9781HCP?ASIN=0439023521	Easy read but addicting!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put the book down! It was the perfect combination of love, sadness, adventure, happiness and so many more emotions. Buying the next book now!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HHV0BL1PY6II?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I watched the movie first, however the book is so much more detailed and all around better (like usual). I am definitely reading the restof the trilogy!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R343N09KQLSCHM?ASIN=0439023521	Mockingjay rebellion	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is one of the best books I've ever read. From the violence to the love triangle, it is all just so great.<br/><br/>Team Peeta forever and always.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RW1J4SU89OHYQ?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Have been wanting to read this series of books and wasn't disappointed.  Many other people have recommended it but didn't have the chance till recently.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12VVT86VFCPP6?ASIN=0439023521	enjoy it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">read this early on before the hype.  i was sure that this book was going to end much differently then it did.  sucked me into the next book.  enjoyable.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBJ2LH2OQTNVY?ASIN=0439023521	A really great story!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a really fun ride with twists and turns and at the same time a story that underscores the confusion and innocence that are a part of all of us.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRE8P4CAH113Q?ASIN=0439023521	A good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well written and keeps the characters real. Reminds me of a cross of “The Most Dangerous Game"" with “The Running Man“ but in a post-apocalyptic setting.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZC1BWTY28EYB?ASIN=0439023521	Great book and excellent condition	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games trilogy is addictive! I have never read a series of book so quickly. I would suggest having book 2 and 3 on hand when you finish book1.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HIW7VTI5BXPS?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am really enjoying this trilogy so far from Hunger Games through book two (Catching Fire), and am very much looking forward to book three (Mockingjay)</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RR89880O1NRVL?ASIN=0439023521	Drawn into their world from the first sentence!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The characters and the unusual world they live in is vividly presented to the reader, each chapter ending draws you into the next.  Hard to put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UEJWVJXXBD4U?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent trilogy.  Original plot.  Definitely worth reading for the realistic effect war and conflict has on people and its long term effects mentally.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29BZ8RSKXRWCK?ASIN=0439023521	Great read!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The entire series was captivating. One of the best series I have ever read. I convinced my sister to read it too and now we can't stop talking about it.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1K7NX5WGH7JQK?ASIN=0439023521	How to have a strong character	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a make-believe future, but doesn't seem so far-fetched. Hopefully it will show kids how to be individuals in a society that does not serve them.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTM2VOBTWDCP2?ASIN=0439023521	Read all three books	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have just finished the last book in this series still wanting more to read.... Loved this series  got really into the books and couldnt put them down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RO42Z2AFHP5R?ASIN=0439023521	Enjoyable read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought this book after watching the movie and thoroughly enjoyed reading it.  As a result, i bought the other books too, Catching Fire and Mockingjay.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R399E2KWF51QYV?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games are a Little Dark for My Taste	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text""><a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Hunger-Games/dp/0439023521"">The Hunger Games</a><br/>I just finished this book. The other reviews are correct. The author has you from the first page and you just can't quit reading. But, I will not buy the other books in the trilogy. Even though I am sixty years old, I found the premise of this book terribly disturbing. A post American world that lives in districts with a dictatorship is frightening enough. But a return to the times of the gladiators shows our culture in a decline I don't even want to think about. While the book was well written and certainly captivating, I will not be reading the sequels.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GQX590B8T45R?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games a great book to read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My grand-daughter told me to read this. I did. I thought it was great. I couldn't put it down and I also read the other books in the series. Loved them</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WFIC8I5LI2WP?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I sped through this faster than I'd ever finished a book before! The idea is captivating, the pacing is perfect, and Katniss is a delightful character.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IVX6D8KYU73?ASIN=0439023521	I'm glad I saw the movie 1st	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a lot better than the movie.<br/>Shed some light on points that they just kind of mentioned in the movie<br/><br/>Can't wait to start book2</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10PK3FMY9LOYP?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins executes one of the most fantastic, well-paced books I've read in a while. Brilliantly done. Wonderful author with a great perspective.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R189YYFI3R19VZ?ASIN=0439023521	Great read! Great story! Great characters!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a book I could not put down. This was a new direction in reading that grabbed my attention and left me wanting to read the rest of the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SMUNTFPRTN71?ASIN=0439023521	great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">First in the installment of three has left me wanting to finish the last two. I've seen the movies but love seeing the characters fleshed out in print.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NEU3IXSGFHPA?ASIN=0439023521	mary	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I heard many good reviews about this bookbut I was leary about reading it.  Once I started I couldn't put it down.  Hope the next two are just as good.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2STDCBT5ZJTO9?ASIN=0439023521	GREAT BOOK!!!!!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is my favorite, so I can only imagine the next one being even better. I recommend this book for guys who are looking for some intense action.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22WJ9QFTSL2D3?ASIN=0439023521	ok	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a quick read book for younger readers. I enjoyed it and read it very quicly as I needed a book to take my mind off work and stress. Enjoyed it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WHFBD9IM0J2I?ASIN=0439023521	Entertaining	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not put this book down.  I read it at the same time as my daughter and 11 year old granddaughter so we all could<br/>discuss it.  Lots of fun.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2L04FWAA4NTJ5?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games (The Hunger Games, Book 1)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The The Hunger Games (The Hunger Games, Book 1) was a gift for a friend during the holidays and she really enjoyed these series of books and the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R118G3G6WX9UYP?ASIN=0439023521	Awsome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a an awesome book. I really enjoyed the part where it gets to the games. It was great and interesting to read but, the beginning is very slow.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZQL3DC3F667V?ASIN=0439023521	for my daughter	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I believe that my daughter ordered this book, so I cannot speak for her.  I think she wanted to read the book version before she went to see the movie.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31VMMYRVOBKNN?ASIN=0439023521	AWESOME!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was Such a good  book. It's a little different from the movie. So you don't know what's going to happen 24/7 . I highly recommended this book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R346MY1SOBJWMI?ASIN=0439023521	The Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's just an awesome book!!<br/>you'll never want to stop!!<br/>Get all three books before you start, because you will never want to stop reading it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RQ6NCELFA2FN?ASIN=0439023521	It was awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved it! I couldn't put down my kindle for 5 min.! I recommend this book because at the end of each chapter, it leaves you on the edge of your seat!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2EPVQSH8S5B1O?ASIN=0439023521	Way better than I thought :)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Has its own narrative style that I loved. And could still surprise me with twists and turns even though I've seem the movie and known what to expect :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBQ5QPFJCYEJI?ASIN=0439023521	Love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome book. I couldn't put it down. So much suspense, creativity, and I love how the author still managed to include the romance. I love this series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PIZOZZNTRWPD?ASIN=0439023521	Well written	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought this would  be a kids book, like Harry Potter, but it wasn't. It was eloquently written, gripping, and the characters were multi-dimensional.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PN6LM7ZVPJCD?ASIN=0439023521	Great series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">the third book trails a bit but the fIrst two books are amazing reads that completely make propel you into the last book. very much so worth your time.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWQSKLUDYXQ4E?ASIN=0439023521	great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">once we started to read the book it was so interesting it could not be put down I read os late one night I almost missed my school bus the next morning</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1AV6YLGW7A2FQ?ASIN=0439023521	Loved the book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was so breath taking. So moving and you have to read the second book to keep the story going. The book is so descriptive you can picture everything.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MTMI68GZF5CK?ASIN=0439023521	Enjoyed	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoy this book and the rest of the series.  They are good reads.  Made into a movie but must read the books to get the details that you are missing.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQF9UR33L3APK?ASIN=0439023521	Great Trilogy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This books are well written and has a pretty intense and dramatic story.<br/><br/>These are all being adapted into movies so looking forward to them.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Z701VBRBAGGS?ASIN=0439023521	quick read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had already seen the movie but the books gives you more detail on the characters and what they are all about. Well written.  It's a great age turner!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2L5MAYXSR5LZK?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is just fantastic. While I thought the movie did a very good job of capturing the story, the book is still better, as they almost always are.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R349WRRV6BPFIF?ASIN=0439023521	Praise for Suzanne Collins	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of the best books I think I had read. Adventure, comedy, tragedy, suspense and romance. So many twist and turns, excitement on every page. Love it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RR4508OOCOGWS?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games trilogy is very entertaining and addicting to read. I would recommend this book and the other two to anyone wanting to pick up a book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RX0GI3ZFPEUTO?ASIN=0439023521	Entrancing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">From beginning to end I couldn't put it down. When I did put it down, I found myself constantly thinking about it. I can't wait to devour the next two!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3J42X2NQ2DGPY?ASIN=0439023521	He	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">J rick and the ground floor to the ground up to the power of a new study shows that you are a new comment by the sims so that you can see the sims free</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RC9C322JAHFKQ?ASIN=0439023521	A must read before seeing the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So much of the book is happening in Cat's thoughts that a movie can never express.  Terrific trilogy demonstrating the strength of the human condition.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RN3X5YBKR6T74?ASIN=0439023521	5 stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't put the book down.  Easy read. Loved the plot twists  I was routing for the main characters the whole time. Can't wait to start the sequel. :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35BZOO1OM2BVK?ASIN=0439023521	Love the Hunger Games Trilogy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great set of books.  A little dark, but so is life sometimes.  Ms Collins is a talented storyteller.  The world and the people are very real.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RI53NKMWBEAGE?ASIN=0439023521	So-so! Not so interesting.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Again, unrealistic.  Whenever there was a difficult position, a miracle occurred.  I wasn't interested in getting the next books.  What more can I say?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VNLWK1DOK1FH?ASIN=0439023521	Superb	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The hunger games was very exciting! A must read book. Couldn't put it down. Couldn't wait to get home from work to read. Thought about it all the time.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UPY1BJ63ORZN?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the Movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm so glad that I read the book first, which is usually true because there is so much more detail in the plot and the characters are fleshed out more.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R174V66X9B34EE?ASIN=0439023521	I couldn't put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely love the trilogy!  I read it almost obsessively. I honestly wish that Katniss wasn't so naive, I have to remind myself that she's only 16.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNVD8JIC4SOKP?ASIN=0439023521	Loved the Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I hated to come to the end of the trilogy.  The story is addictive.  Sometimes I have to fight a book just to finish but I gobbled the Hunger Games up!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BBRFK8F017DC?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing book, sucks you in and makes you not want to put it down. The whole concept was intriguing and I would suggest this book for anyone of any age.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10RIX3E0FCFRR?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am not the reading type, but this book really sucked me in. I enjoyed it so much that I read the whole series. I would recommend this book to anyone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DJ2XXK97WTDW?ASIN=0439023521	Spectacular	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The journey of this book was nothing that I ever imagined. I can not wait to read the rest of the books. I hope you all love what I've been through! &lt;3</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSLMHVMSAGM3O?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it!<br/>The story line was fresh<br/>Very creative Couldn't put it down!<br/>I have a new favorite author<br/>Ready to read the next one NOW!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPTQXG75Z3VTF?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed the book.  The book was interesting.  It made you think about how fast  the world is moving to a one world government.  The U.N.'s Agenda 21,</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3T9IV2CGX8S2P?ASIN=0439023521	Great detail	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins did a really good job of describing exactly what was happening in the story. I'm on the edge of my seat waiting to get the second book!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3N8RRYYFC61KS?ASIN=0439023521	A Great Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A must read if you haven't already. This is my second time reading and it was just as poignant as the first. Can't wait to start the second book again.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BGNRCYV162H0?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't put it down. I loved how you get drawn in. I wasn't sure about it at first, but it didn't take long to get hooked.  Can`t wait to read book 2!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LB2UVWBZY4UE?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent character development.  Action packed and fast paced.  I couldn't put it down.  Definitely a must read and keeper for you personable library.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3Q578LF0EW0V7?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger for more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Turned out to be a page turner. Finished at midnight to begin a New Year, hope the human race fares better than to become like the district's of Panem.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RT3HKMVK0JEFR?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this adventurous yet daring book. I'm eager to get started with the second book to see how everything pans out for katniss and peetah.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27Q0KYMXCEHIK?ASIN=0439023521	First book of three	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins has a huge imagination with a huge helping of shock and awe. This is a very entertaining book that keeps you wondering even at the end.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25EEB8Q1FYUQC?ASIN=0439023521	Great!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">absolutely amazing and addictive! I couldn't put it down and I cant wait for catching fire! I never thought this book would be so good untilI tried it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GE1X17FOWJ59?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had not read a fiction novel for 12 years before starting this book and I could not put it down. What an awesome read.  Can't wait to start book two.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMACZMO5JXV2N?ASIN=0439023521	Perfect	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book, wonderful series and even better author... I was kinda worried due to the in-tenseness of the writing and descriptions but it was entreaged</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJOS614ESQ5ST?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Bought this for my son, but I ended up reading it before he did.  Don't usually read fiction, but this was a good read.  My have to finish the trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMA005IKK9TD6?ASIN=0439023521	Outside the Box	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This series isn't a typical read for me but I loved it!!!  I am now on the third book and have decided I won't see the movie until I've read all three.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WIDFAVV7MOVA?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games is amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not put this book down and finished it in a matter of 2 days. I would recommend this book to anyone who wants a read where you never get bored.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1L2OIJ0SR4EBW?ASIN=0439023521	awesome!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read this in three days.  Heart-bounding, tear-wrenching and overwhelming. A story that paints a vivid and graphic picture.Can‘t wait to read the next.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MZFZ1F7EZ69I?ASIN=0439023521	the hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good cast, good acting, good special effects, and very good cinematography.  I appreciated that it followed the book as much as a different medium can.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3N3ZRIF886WQI?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this series.  Well written in the first person.  You really feel for these characters.  Only wish they were longer.  The sign of any good book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXXI5FRHDF85T?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well Written. Keeps you on the edge and very suspenseful. Even though it is written for teenagers, I am 43 and I really enjoyed it. I am a Katniss fan.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R384JBPVSAN14U?ASIN=0439023521	Nice intro	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I actually read the other two books first. This book was good overall the series was fantastic! I recommend it to anyone, really. Its a good and clean.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6XNZWJT6D7MG?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">the hunger games is a must read trilogy<br/>..way better than twiligjt and harry potter and percy jackson. yes way better.works great for kindle touch</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QZXJG1AYC3B?ASIN=0439023521	One of the best books I've gotten into	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am glad I took my older brother's advice and picked up this book! It is definitely worth a read and I can't wait to get into the rest of the trilogy.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YVKGBY4ABT4S?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fantastic book!! Absolutely loved it. Have watched the movie now too but definately think the book is better ;-)Great story line and very easy to read.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10JL8O8JS6EK3?ASIN=0439023521	Did not want to put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book is great. It reminded me of the movie ""The Running Man"" with Arnold. Quite a few spelling and grammatical errors in the kindle edition though.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BTOQU6GXN4FK?ASIN=0439023521	Captivating read for people of all ages	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had heard of the Hunger Games before, but often brushed it off as this book (and it's two following books in the series) are slotted in that Scholastic books cryptic 'young adult' category. I just finished The Hunger Games and can say without a doubt that this is a phenomenal book appropriate for all readers. I'll even venture to say that I think the whole 'young adult' science fiction novel thing is strangely categorized, as the vocabulary and subject matter are far more mature than I can see any 12-15 year old reading.<br/><br/>I finished the book in a week flat, and would have finished it in a day if pesky work and life hadn't gotten in the way. It's a riveting story, and am already reading the next book in the series and loving it. The writing is fantastic!<br/><br/>I'd highly, highly suggest reading this and the others in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1S7RC16CYNX40?ASIN=0439023521	Kept me reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is very entertaining and enjoyable to read. I think that the book has a lot more detail than the movie does. I would recommend it to anyone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HRF00VFTYFQX?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So much danger. Would exaggerate and that creates a creative book. The book is so adventurous and gut-wrenching. Like the book and you'll like it too.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MVQ95W0R7JTT?ASIN=0439023521	Wow!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the movie, but the book has so many more intricate details that tie the story up in a neat, clean, big bow! Can't wait to start Catching Fire!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RPCKJQ2SEMG5?ASIN=0439023521	This book pulled the reader into the others and I ...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book pulled the reader into the others and I think I read all three in a week. I couldn't put it down - wow, what a clever and brave young woman!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JF6TG3C8NQFA?ASIN=0439023521	great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is exciting and you can't put it down. It's almost like a life and death survivor in a strange land. I'm hooked.  Going on to catching fire.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R177FURHMXAFSW?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I choose this rating because of the issues with a couple of the best. I know you don't care of your own life and I don't know what you're looking for.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BG913C0AFW4S?ASIN=0439023521	A Must Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved the trilogy and the movies!  I thought this book was for young adult crowd but became engrossed in the story of love, rebellion and appearances.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15N1X7USKTIPV?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought the book for my Kindle, then project it on my Smartboard.  My 7th<br/> grade students loved it.  Reminds them of story hour in kindergarten.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3USK5IS6UYXG8?ASIN=0439023521	Best Book Ever!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is really good!!!!! It wasn't too hard since I'm a 11 year old. I love the romance and sadness. Recommended for people who like sad romance.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2386R2OWP2PZQ?ASIN=0439023521	so much better	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is by far one of the best books I have ever read. So much more detail than the movies &amp; it's an addicting read, that's for sure. HIGHLY RECCOMEND</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FY0OEWSU2GUT?ASIN=0439023521	looking forward to the next book in the trilogy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't think I would enjoy this book, but it was excellent.  I do not plan on seeing the movie - am sure it would not match my visual from the book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15W8S4ZU0ZUPJ?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games reveiew	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I LOVED this book!! It is my 3rd time reading it<br/>,and each time gets better and better! I LOVED the survival part! I couldn't put this book down!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23PH9B3Y2IJ2V?ASIN=0439023521	Meh	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">For once, I can say I think the movie was better than the book. The story's plot is great, but something about how it's told just didn't do it for me.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IXR28965REN4?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent Book - Fast Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As usual, it's better than the movie.  Looking forward to the rest of the series.<br/>Wish Amazon Prime allowed borrowing more than 1 book a month :(</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RX8WA9V2T6PP?ASIN=0439023521	Outstanding!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is excellent! And after reading the book and seeing the movie, I still can't decide if I Iike the book or movie better! They are both great.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IX84LZMSE8DD?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I chose  the rate because the book was fantastic. I much liked Rue and Gale. I would recommend this book to people who like detailed books about love.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJ81BOH24SMV4?ASIN=0439023521	Must read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This exhilarating page-turner will have you on the edge of your seat the entire time. I saw the movie before the book and it exceeded my expectations.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RE5T6AF70CT6Z?ASIN=0439023521	very good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I started reading the the first book and couldn't put it down, finished it and ordered the trilogy.<br/>I would highly recommend it.<br/><br/>Deb G</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1N55QL6C28EZ7?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My favorite series waiting to read the next. this book is filled with action romance and suspense. Although it is a little sad it is my favorite book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IXZKE8GVVOQC?ASIN=0439023521	Just as good as the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie first, so I wasn't too sure whether I wanted to read the novel. I have to say that the novel is a million times better than the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R161K4RD97PPLV?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely lived this book! Congratulations to the author. The book gas perfect timing! The story is timeless. I plan to read others by this author.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1149YI6NJ7Q55?ASIN=0439023521	Great read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Quick read that left me hungering for more. Loved the ways the characters were portrayed and the strength they displayed in the face of certain death.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TMVSN8341FFY?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely love the Hunger Games.Suzanne Collins is brilliant the book is so detailed,it is my favorite book.I can't wait to read it again and again</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17227IZ2PBGJ0?ASIN=0439023521	Love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book so fast I couldn't believe, I watched te movie first so I was curious to read and, as always, boks are always better then the movies.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VT5UCGQHWUOZ?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Action packed and riveting. There's always something unexpected, especially at the end of each chapter.  You are never prepared for what happens next!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YW8Q20P4TEK6?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought this was going to be a simple kids book. I must say that I enjoyed it immensely and I look forward to reading the other books in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UC22X74N6EB1?ASIN=0439023521	Very good read!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thoroughly enjoyed this book. Cannot wait to read the next book in the series...<br/>I would recommend this book to anyone looking for a good read.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28V2W0PBKFMUM?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm not fond of stories written in the first person. I like to get an incite into all the characters. To be fair, I haven't read too much of the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZAQ7I0P26S03?ASIN=0439023521	recommended	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">well written.it keeps you on the pages and makes you wander what s next.i tought it was not my type of reading but now I cant wait to read the other 2</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROIWPQH6VL71G?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The best book I've ever encountered! Surprisingly even better than the movie!! IT WAS AMAZING!!!I love it can't wait to read the second and third book</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3M6AJCW96YULM?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Absolutely amazing amazing amazing. I could barely put it down. I haven't seen the movie so I had no comparison. It was better than I thought it'd be.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27QJ1FV5EZWCZ?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great story that keeps your attention the entire time!! Action, suspense, and love. Great visuals while reading that make you feel like you are there.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1A49CWM0DVBW?ASIN=0439023521	love	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">very addictive!!!! :-)<br/>Good book for teenagers!! :-)<br/>A must read book!!!!!!!!!!!!! :-)<br/>Best book I ever read in my entire life!!!!! :-)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36JSO0HWC2O7U?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I chose this rating because I liked the book. I recommend this book to teenagers because they would understand the the stuff that happens in the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSZGM8H68G4NK?ASIN=0439023521	Haymitch and me	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This novel was marvelous and creative. I could not put the book down to save my life. Throughout the day I would wonder... what will haymitch do next?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RM2Q5C1VE9US2?ASIN=0439023521	Love	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Kept me wanting more.....<br/>Kept me wanting more......<br/>Kept me wanting more.......<br/>Catching Fire here I come.....<br/>Off to District 12</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MGW2XCLIVCGO?ASIN=0439023521	Kept me entranced	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wanted to read the book before I watched the movie and was not disappointed!!<br/>Ready for book two and more.....keep them coming Suzanne Collins.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1EMT9TFKE92PR?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Horrible, wonderful, frightening, jaw dropping, tale. The hunger games will leave you hungry for more. You find yourself staying up late to finish it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RUO6JV53NP1E?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Book and movie similar but differences make both really good definitely would recommend for someone to read this book, can't wait to read the next two</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BPJKSHV0PPXF?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Thus book was amazingly written and I loved it!!! When I was reading the book I felt like I was actually there! I think this is my favorite book ever!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWDCH3ZX15FLF?ASIN=0439023521	Awesomeness	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a fantastic book and was so much better than the movie so much more insight to Katniss and her thoughts and everything definitely recommend it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TPKNEVMXPLQ4?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Although this is marketed for a slightly younger age group, I couldn't seem to stop reading. I kept wanting to read on. Definitely kept me on my toes.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LMTPTTL0IS2I?ASIN=0439023521	Captivating!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had to give this 5 stars. I wanted to read the book before watching the movie and I just could not put it down. I'm thrilled to begin the next book!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3P3XQAWUSIYOE?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is a novel about young people and how they change. They change by going into the forest ot kill each other and at the end they fall in love.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2S9PERWFMDZX8?ASIN=0439023521	AWESOME!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is well worth all the praise! I couldnt put it down!! Defintly everything you could ask for in an exciting post apocoliptic tale of heroism!</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1883ATMZ3IAZ2?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is one of the best I have read. It's action packed with romance and conflict.  It keeps you on your toes, anticipating what is to come next.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3M323M5IFDGWC?ASIN=0439023521	One of the best books of it genre I have read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't think there's a lot more to say than what I said in the title of this review: The Hunger Games is one of the best of it's kind I've ever read.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7VBKJQZWWH0B?ASIN=0439023521	must	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">You must read it.  It is not just for teenagers but brings you into a world that shows just how hard times get and what some folks will do to survive.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RK84OR0ZQZC7?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">An absolutely brilliant and consuming story, I can't wait to read the next book! My thanks to Suzanne Collins for writing such an original story *****</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RW04I9OWTRRPC?ASIN=0439023521	Suspenseful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Definitely keeps you reading. Fast-paced and surprising. You will want to continue the series. Great heroine that is not at all flat or stereotypical.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UTCIUQS9R1VH?ASIN=0439023521	No game	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The first book of three. An exciting adventure of a young girl through tragic circumstance and how she manages to get through with the help of others.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1N8REHPURS1Z8?ASIN=0439023521	A very good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">/very  good book.    Absorbing.  The first book I chose to <br/>get on my new kindle as I was curious about all the  hype.<br/>.Well worth the time.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2I2AL2JDQKTT8?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a good read, I actually read the other two books first having seen the movie and I just wanted to see how this book compared to the big screen.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VRBHQ5BTKF6E?ASIN=0439023521	This is a great read. Keeps you interested in the charaters' next ...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great read. Keeps you interested in the charaters' next move. Now reading the second book in the series and it's keeping me just as hooked.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3E1LDYT7GRNJI?ASIN=0439023521	Innovative Idea of a Future World	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Innovative view, albeit a bit depressing, of a future society.  Good character development of the main characters but needed a bit deeper background.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3REVEREMMFEES?ASIN=0439023521	Love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was one of the best  books of ever read!! I put it off way to long......a thriller to the end. Left me yearning for more. Could not put it down!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QN5RNG6DD8GF?ASIN=0439023521	Terrific book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Terrific book for all ages.  Little harder vocabulary for ES students but get the kindle version so they can easily define terms, but challenges them</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FXTAFOYALDJP?ASIN=0439023521	I loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I think Suzanne is a brilliant writer. I enjoyed reading it.  The movie was also wonderful. If you like the hunger games i would recommend Divergent.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RILZJH2LIG1P?ASIN=0439023521	Awesomeness	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was truly convinced that Katniss loved Peeta.I chose the rating because I believe that Suzanne Collins truly put her heart and sole into this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LKCS41UEQS2L?ASIN=0439023521	a fan	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What can I say, great for teens and adults. compelling story that builds.  Not great literature but well thought out story.  Matures with each sequel</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4KT9UCUK9O7Q?ASIN=0439023521	What I thought	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best book I ever read!!!!!!!<br/>Can't wait to read the rest of the series!!!!!!<br/>Happy Hunger Games, and may the odds be ever in your favor!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2J3ECY0DKGEGG?ASIN=0439023521	This was AMAZING!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Katniss...oh Katniss....Her emotions were all jumbled up for Peeta and yet she has feelings for the guy she hasn't seen  in months....love is so hard</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RU3VJQOLZMLA2?ASIN=0439023521	so good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Even if you've already watched the movie, read the books! They capture you and don't let go until the very end.<br/><br/>Totally worth every penny!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R300CX26CG507N?ASIN=0439023521	Loved It	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I LOVED THIS BOOK....I couldn't put it down! I LOVED the dystopian themes of this book, Collins captures the complete attitudes of such a society!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/REAFH8G0TF6PY?ASIN=0439023521	Good....	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Started off slow but then it was really good! Recommended...no question! Nice twists...detailed and very descriptive! Can't wait for the other books!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3Q1BUPKNNNKLY?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is a page Turner every minute I am ready it. It's shows.a love story but survival. I love this book ever so dearly I want to read it again.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14MSFGHDIUFEU?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent captive reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A great story line of a possible future. I read it on recommendations of others and decided to read it before seeing the movie. Thoroughly enjoyable.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LWHKMVA3MPWD?ASIN=0439023521	A must read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent book...  saw the movie first and wasn't going to read it...  very glad I did!!  There was much more background given that I wanted to know.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2O71HNNL7CIWL?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved this book so much it was a great read with interesting characters and a solid plot.... Everything was perfectly written and nicely put together</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3V6I1TVK90H5Q?ASIN=0439023521	Game on!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed reading this book,it was very exciting and fell in love with the characters, I couldn't put it down.cant wait to read the next book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14M78JLOPF8WA?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I first read the book I just couldn't put it down! This is the most amazing book I've ever read! I recommend everyone to read it! It's worth it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QK2B8VOA24ME?ASIN=0439023521	Just OK	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Was expecting a bit more, but overall I did enjoy this book.  I am not that interested in reading either of the other books in this trilogy, however.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5FODNXW30EHQ?ASIN=0439023521	Just amazing.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you want to read something mind-blowing, then this is the book for you. And this is just the beginning. The rest of the series is just as amazing.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25QJAYCU941WD?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing book from start to finish. Keeps you hooked until the very last page. Would definitely recommend to anyone that likes being hooked to a book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IWMKY5D4HVNZ?ASIN=0439023521	great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read this book three or four times.<br/>Will read it again.<br/>The trilogy is great.<br/>Don't start until you are ready to read all three books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1I9ZA173HJ3H9?ASIN=0439023521	AWESOME	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is totally worth the money.  It is a great book.<br/>The book has tons of suspense and is full of tons of emotions from fear to happiness!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R333M1ZZ064F9G?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I chose this rating because although the movie itself was amazing, the book went so much more in-depth and the details made me feel like I was there.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCG43NHPC84QT?ASIN=0439023521	Adrenalin pumping awesomeness	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome book. Great plot that really gets your blood pumping and draws you into the story. If recommend this to just about any one who loves to read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35HRM7FYSW0MZ?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book, good read.  I saw the movie and loved reading the books and what happened after. It kept me spell bound until I had read all three books!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CKANFMXFPNJH?ASIN=0439023521	Completely Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was the best book I have read...(and I have not read the second book yet) :) I love this so much. It has so much adventure... it  truly amazing.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JD3BE94P56FT?ASIN=0439023521	Captivating	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After watching the movie twice at the theater, I bought this book and stayed up the whole night reading it. I've since watched it again twice on PPV!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMHBG9LNI4URQ?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is so very well written. Everyone should read this book! Kids all ages are going to love this book. I don't recommend it for kids ages 5-8.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33V6E18E6OQIY?ASIN=0439023521	Un-put-downable	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Thoroughly recommended read - a real page turner and now I know what everyone's been talking about! As usual, the book is much better than the movie!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJ2OS3WCX7KZU?ASIN=0439023521	Good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was very skeptical at first after people were telling me what it was about. Never thought I'd be interested in this storyline but it was addicting.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHY1PBP1376W8?ASIN=0439023521	Gripping	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put it down.  I fell in love with Katniss and Peeta and felt like I was right there with them. Now I cannot wait to see what happens next.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15IUNFTPBXPY6?ASIN=0439023521	Figured out the ending	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I figured out the ending, almost.  I can not imagine having to participate or watch in real life. I hope society remains civil.  Is there a book two?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10171E54BFISC?ASIN=0439023521	Engaging	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">You will not want to put the book down! There are so many details that keep you wondering what is coming next. Definitely getting the next two books.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1S8S63CPODJ68?ASIN=0439023521	Good Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book &amp; enjoyed every bit of the reading. Usually I don't like books like these but all my friends raved so I thought I would read...glad I did.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VUTRUU2R3VMN?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins was really good. I couldn't put it down! I love the parts were Katniss is a rebel. I wish I could be in the book!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3EJAK75MKSHXR?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoy the in depth storyline and little side stories,I expected it to be to gruesome but it had just the right amount, can't wait to read the next.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13FG67ZW0FB1D?ASIN=0439023521	Exciting, suspenseful, tragically romantic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The harsh realities shape a young girl as she fights to survive.  Katness is the perfect innocent survivalist who makes this coming of age story pop.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMXQ5QEVACPPC?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't understand how anyone could write such an amazing book!!!!!!!!! I just have to read the others due to a cliffhanger and I just can't wait!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQPVLQW05J45B?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Much better than the movie. I can't wait to read the next book.It was an unexpected great read. I plan to read it again when I am done with the trio.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1AYNIOWEIX1CS?ASIN=0439023521	An enjoyable read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A fast moving intense read.  A look into the possible future of mankind informed by our past. I central figure is a little fantastic but except able.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39EK7DZ783SZ6?ASIN=0439023521	great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book reads so effortlessly and is very entertaining.<br/>I'd recommend this book to anyone.  I'm looking forward to reading the next two books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CW9EMSM5H29B?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is from my 11 year old son, Lewis.  This book was awesome! I just think there should be less kissing and violence but other than that it's fine.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RA6TOUCVDI4YU?ASIN=0439023521	Craving for more!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I definitely liked the movie, but loved this first book; couldn't stop reading until it was over! And now I truly need to continue with the next one!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MB7KU7A3SG1W?ASIN=0439023521	Great book, highly entertaining.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is the best in the series - very captivating and quick-paced. The second and third books aren't nearly as good, but this is worth the read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RN2KNW4V7G1PE?ASIN=0439023521	good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After seeing the movie, I purchased the books to see how the story evolves.  Enjoyed the books very much and they are a fast read...hard to put down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GNE4HLU4J1FV?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I found this book was very easy to read. I wish Katniss was more adventurous during the hunger games. She seemed so bold until she entered the games.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFDIPTYD2BDFA?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very pleased with this book.  The story is excellent!  Well worth reading.  And I'm halfway through the second book.  Can't wait to get to the third!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IRB4RTELANU1?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games is the best book ever!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger games was the best book ever!! Suzanne collins totally did a great job on this book!! I still can't get over thresh dying he was my favorite:(</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2M3J0UYEIT4FH?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Was kinda sceptical about reading it cause of all the hype but turned out,to be a very good book and very well writen cnt wait to start the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RD8Q0JJASUZBV?ASIN=0439023521	Imagery is great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought the way the author wrote the book was fantastic, I felt myself get lost in the woods with Katniss and feel her stress and pain. Great book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTNBH8A781ZNQ?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down !	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I LOVE this book. It's a futuristic story! I've read it seven times…LITERALLY!!! If yoh are looking for a thrilling page turner… well read this book!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXK1P7261R2SY?ASIN=0439023521	Page Turner...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I sadly Had not heard about this book, as I am typically one to read biography's and cannot remember when I last read a book with a ""futuristic setting""... Luckily I was given a copy from a friend who enjoys many of the same books I do.  Although this book is dark and tells the story in a futuristic setting and involves the lives of young adults in  very  cruel game of instinct/survival, Suzanne Collins grabs the reader from the very beginning and never lets go...I LOVED it and highly recommend it to any one, from 12 years and up.  Please do not risk missing the opportunity to read this book due to the fact it is listed as a young adult/tween book, it should be simply listed as a great read.  I have just begun the second book in this trilogy and have already heard the first was just the beginning it only gets better.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5ZSL1Y9AY73E?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good detail and detailed imagery throughput. A thoroughly enjoyable read. Would recommend this book to friends who are interested in fantasy fiction</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GAR7HTLGVEF8?ASIN=0439023521	The book is much better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book is much better than the movie.  I watched the movie again after reading the book.  I have now read the trilogy.  I enjoyed all three books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R392O5982DVWVS?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked this book a lot it was a tragic love story and I've read it many times. I gave it 5 stars because I thought the book was great in every way.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DOTQGFTENQM?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent Story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wanted to read the book before seeing the movie. Now I'm interested to see the film adaptation. I'm looking forward to the next book in the series</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R93FBCFC3H2EO?ASIN=0439023521	Fast paced and great story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved every bit of the book. Just read it because you won't be sorry. Great character development and dystopian  story. Can't wait to read book 2.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3W1M0OX1Y9DX6?ASIN=0439023521	Typical young adult dystopian novel	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Typical young adult dystopian novel.  What sets the series apart from others in its genre is the reluctance of the protagonist to be a true heroine.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3M6O0VK5KRRY?ASIN=0439023521	Great Adventure Story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great book for those who love adventures such as these.  This one follows the adventures of Katniss, Peeta, and Prim, who are the victors.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4QL70VZ0HGRE?ASIN=0439023521	Very interesting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've read the hunger games multiple times but I have to say this time was the most interesting of all..... mostly because it was for Summer homework</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RC5S9CRBCBYNF?ASIN=0439023521	great book, great series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This installment in the series is as entertaining as any in this genre I have read.  I won'y repeat all the other raves about it. I agree with them.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9JQU3NITASU2?ASIN=0439023521	the best reading experience ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I cannot say how good the book is… because I do not want take the best experence from other readers. Th only thing that i can tell you is --- try it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YQYI71ZTQDUB?ASIN=0439023521	A thrill ride you can't depart from	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Easily one of the best books I've read in a long time. The continuous action and mind games of the characters keep you guessing, even up to the end.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19CA5WC9A6EYV?ASIN=0439023521	Interesting; Not Boring at All	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book kept me interested and wanting to read more. Will it be Gale or Peeta that wins Katniss' love. Can't wait to read the 2nd book. I'm hooked.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25UISSY7SU68Q?ASIN=0439023521	Libby's favorite book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">IT IS AWESOMELY AWESOME!!!!! If you want adventure, a little bit of romance, suspense, and Gore, then this is the book for you. I looooooooooove it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Z7JS68Y2Q6MZ?ASIN=0439023521	Definitely readying the sequels!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book! Wish I had read it before watching the first 2 movies! Hopefully I can remedy that by reading all three before seeing the third movie!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19NJXR4CYX4KM?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very well written! An amazing contribution to today's society, teaching young readers about what could happen in the future and learn to prevent it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1M7SL7XNKXYOK?ASIN=0439023521	Very good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the romance, and the action.<br/>And the story was so like""what's going to happen!""<br/>I would recommend this book to readers everywhere.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RS3BLZR55LX39?ASIN=0439023521	great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">what can you say about the hunger games! I have all three books and they are GREAT didnt want to put it down. The movies didnt do the books justice!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PNZPDOWJL28B?ASIN=0439023521	Really enjoyed it, even as a follow-up to movie.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it.  It was the movie I saw first.  Following up by reading the book filled out the characters and some of the context that gets lost in film.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25OULKFB5ILKS?ASIN=0439023521	Good for a short book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Had already seen the movie so knew the round about of it. The book gave a few more inside glimpses, and over all was a great way to pass an evening.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLS5IUO7P6GYJ?ASIN=0439023521	difficult to find the words this book deserves	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What a refreshing masterpiece. Well thought out, full of emotions and packed with unimaginable suspense. Though gory at times, a page turned indeed.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNGRKIXCJI2VY?ASIN=0439023521	Action packed	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well written.  The books keeps you in the ""Game"".  Better ending than the movie and small actions that are unique but critical to the story.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RV8FAQ5XQDD3H?ASIN=0439023521	2nd read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the second time I've read the book and I'm glad I did.  I'm going to see Catching Fire and reading this definitely put me in the right mood.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1J6TUBK4K1WWY?ASIN=0439023521	An engaging read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Although it became more than a bit predictable at times, I still found the character development engaging.  Looking forward to the next installment!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QG3SHQRAN5UZ?ASIN=0439023521	None	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very good book: suspenseful  After reading the first chapter, I could not take my hands of the book. I find it captivating and emotional. Must read.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FUXGHZFTNFBY?ASIN=0439023521	Our future?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Gripping adventure.  Could happen on our planet if we don't pay attention to resources.  Gave the set to my grandson.  Would like to see the movies.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKSRQ7OFEI4P3?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So good I read it in two days. The characters are very captivating. Collins did a great job developing this future country, customs, and characters.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CA6573N71W0J?ASIN=0439023521	Wow Wow Wow	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book.  I am glad I decided to read the book!  It does not compare to the movie.  Great writing, great characters, great plot . . . Just great!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OH23VJPI15Q0?ASIN=0439023521	Wow!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved it!!! It's great to the last word! The details, I can picture everything in mind. I couldn't but the book down, I read every minute I could!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R127KHFQYUPGIB?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great details on the surroundings and characters. It makes you feel like you were really in the arena. It will keep you on the edge of your seat!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2U3VPLBB6T843?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was amazing and kept me in suspence the whole time<br/>At the end I was absolutely in tears because I couldn't stand to see them be apart</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1C38OPUM2S0N3?ASIN=0439023521	Worth reading.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Keeps one's attention, but clearly the work of a feminist author focusing on young lady readers.  Nevertheless, the theme is an interesting concept.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNW4VJ90Y8HUO?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Easy and captivating read. Great imagination and characters.  I saw the movie first and still enjoyed the book even knowing how it was going to end.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32GAJ93RGPR07?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I would recomend this series to anyone who enjoys a fast paced easy read. its well written and is filled with great characters to fall in love with.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLMEKCG0HHVFB?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it! Great story line. Page turner. I could not put it down. They way it was written was great. Felt like you were amoungst the games yourself.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3315OAFT58PVD?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fascinating book to read.  I could not put it down.  I cannot wait to read the next book. The author puts us right in the arena with the characters.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KQM3F3HVXR80?ASIN=0439023521	Amazzzzing!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put this book down, it was something about the book that made me want to read more I'm glad I read it and can't wait to read the others!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1X4TZT0HRVKQO?ASIN=0439023521	Review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is an excellent read!! I would recommend this book to anyone! I couldn't put the book down! I couldn't wait to get off of work to read it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34D1QQANP2BH1?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing Book !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After one day of reading I couldn't put down the book. Whoever says this book isn't good never read it or doesn't know a good book when they see it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NKBPHKG396JK?ASIN=0439023521	Read the book and Watch the Movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fast read.  Aimed at young readers but worth checking out if you're an adult.  Good to know what your children are reading and has a social message.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3H8PM505WECIH?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book! Couldn't put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Enjoyed this read very much!  Definitely some violence, but not too gruesome.  Good storyline, and really liked the characters of Katniss and Peeta.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QQ77S98IVT2I?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely loved this book....extremely exciting with many twist and turns...couldn't put it down!  I highly recommend this book. Now the 2nd book</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OL0YQOR7QOSX?ASIN=0439023521	Gripping	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book got me from the first pages and had me until the end. I finished in one weekend. I will be read in  the next two in the series right away.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22QLE5DT9N78N?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The following 2 books were equally as addictive.  Brilliant storyline, nicely written.  I would recommend this book to anyone who loves a good read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3F0TEJI4CWK3L?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book! The characters pulled me in, I felt like I was there with them laughing and crying.  I can't wait to read the rest of the series!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IB873KA5UIYS?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I would so let my cousin read this book I love the part when katniss kisses the other guy in district 12 it is one of the best books by Alyssa Clark</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1P8W3HPZMNGVQ?ASIN=0439023521	lives up to the hype!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">GRipping and exciting Couldn't put it down and read all three volumes in quick succession. Wonderful storytelling and vivid mind pictures throughout</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRQMWZUCPCT8O?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was amazing I loved it could not put it down until I finished it must read more, must read catching fire and mockingjay to be totally happy</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZUQG2ZSSN7A4?ASIN=0439023521	my review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought that this was a great book and i would have everyone read it there is great writing and even if you have seen the movie read the book also</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2F06P2CU1AESG?ASIN=0439023521	Eat it up	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have read this book about twenty times and I'll probably read it twenty more. I absolutely love it and will never get bored with the hunger games.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KEMATBMHMTRW?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't put it down!! Author made you feel like you were actually there, very exciting.<br/>I will definitely be reading the other books and soon!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ACQQ10H3QQMZ?ASIN=0439023521	Awesomeness	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the best book I have ever read. It has a good description and makes you just want to sit their all day and read. READ IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YIBP6UGOKLO?ASIN=0439023521	Loved It!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Was so glad that i finally read this book! starting book two immediately!! Overall this book exceeding my expectations and i am ecstatic about that!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HAZCY22T87HR?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger for more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">An interesting adaptation of the theme of man vs man and survival.  An endearing heroine.  Leaves you with a hunger for more of her life adventures.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2V39T3FH5QG20?ASIN=0439023521	Touching story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This story is full of surprises and I like how the different characters interact with each other and sometimes don't understand each others motives.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34JZHVVYZ9PIJ?ASIN=0439023521	loved this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">great story. couldn't put it down, wondering what is going to happen next. looking forward to book 2. wonderinghow they willfit all this into movie.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R251LSWQU5YG97?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the entire series.  Cant wait to read more and see the movie.  It was very full of suspense and crazy story line that kept you wanting more.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXPXA1E1JH7TF?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome- read this book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The hardest thing about this book is that it ends. Easy to read a page turner. I couldn't stop thinking about it and had to read every chance I got.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3L53RZDHDDRH4?ASIN=0439023521	Thrilling and exciting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book does an excellent job playing into the emotions one would feel in the different situations and packs in a lot of pulse-pounding excitement.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TZCI658GIHGV?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am shocked how much I enjoyed this book seeing how it is not my normal choice of genre. I actually look forward to reading the rest of the series.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XYYV4SOWZOX0?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Watched the movie first, then decided to read the books.  loved both the book and the movie! great read cant wait to start the next in the series!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIFYKPL7YMIG0?ASIN=0439023521	Great story...a little advanced for my 5th grader	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My fifth grader has been dying to read this book so we are reading it together. I think it's a great story, just a little advanced for a 5th grader.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1AA26IJ6FDW5D?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a great book!!  It was full of action and kept me very involved with the characters.  I fully enjoyed reading it and the two that followed.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R134830NVNHHBZ?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What an imagination!  How does someone come up with a story like this.  I could not put it down and read the next two books all in less than a week.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UISH3EAEFEJ5?ASIN=0439023521	I couldn't put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book! It was hard to put down, I read it in one weekend, I also suggest you read it before you see the movie. Working on the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3B4E8K5MFYPL2?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book - A Modern 1984 of Sorts	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Even though this book is considered adolescent fiction, the plot and overall message is much more than that. The book is a modern day 1984 of sorts.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NXP8E8076VUL?ASIN=0439023521	Made me think	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book made me think about the reality shows we watch and freedoms we have or don't have, along with who we are inside.  It was hard to put down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYPM71ZS18BAX?ASIN=0439023521	Enjoyable	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Reading The Hunger Games BOOK was quite enjoyable.. It answered some questions I had from just watching the movie! Easy and fun read for ALL ages!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FIG9R7DPCL7B?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I basically finished this in 2-3 days. I loved it. I didn't plan to give in to the hype but I'm glad I did and I can't wait to finish the next two.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12EXX5NHWV3M5?ASIN=0439023521	great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a very interesting read, and was written so well that I could hardly put it out of my hands! I'm definently reading the rest of the series:)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WZ6UE4UBM7ZG?ASIN=0439023521	I got this series of books for my husband and ...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I got this series of books for my husband and once he started reading the first book, he did not stop until he finished the last book.  Such a fan.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BAKTGHENAQXL?ASIN=0439023521	loooved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book! Easy read and incredibly entertaining. I could not put the book down, I am half way through the second one already and I just as great.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1AZEADW2IWLN5?ASIN=0439023521	ok	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was alright. Nothing really profound or amazing. It is about what is expected for young adult fiction. Linear thought narratives towards a goal.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R175VJWFO49B1R?ASIN=0439023521	very popular	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">love love love love this book. great read, great price , arrived on time and it is a pleasure to do business with you. will shop more in the future</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SMM0EC18BAGN?ASIN=0439023521	Movie then book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love the movies so I wanted to try out the book. While reading it I felt like I was there right beside Katniss in the games. Enjoyed it very much</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R240Q1BG6J2A2K?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games rocked	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">An amazing book with great action adventure story line. Keeps the reader involved throughout the entire story. I greatly enjoyed the entire series!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Q4FE1IYACTNW?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read couldn't put it down. I recommend it for all readers. I saw the movie prior to reading it loved both the books fills in so many details!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3H6UTOHH1TLJN?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I finally read it and loved every page!! Love the characters and can't wait to read Catching Fire. Took only three days to read. Can't put it down!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RA6EUFOP3S2C4?ASIN=0439023521	Good Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Exciting story with lots of action.  Would recommend to Harry Potter fans.  Reminds me a little of The Long Walk by Richard Bachman (Stephen King).</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21RG1LA1OQXCQ?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games book1	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed the detail in this book. Especially pertaining to woods and emotion in the characters.<br/>I am looking forward to catching fire!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMHN0YOBSBPVT?ASIN=0439023521	Greatest book ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really liked it and I'm 10<br/>years old I think it was riveting and spectacular.<br/>Many people should read this book when they have a chance</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OVMA284AFNZ9?ASIN=0439023521	depressing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Total depressing far fetched,,not one to read if you are feeling down in bad taste, who wants to read about the savagery of children fiction or not</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYEG7H06PSKFU?ASIN=0439023521	Makes you think	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book!  Entertaining and fast paced.  It's a social commentary examining rights, freedom, democracy, reality TV, and the excesses of the rich.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OWS0NEC72J83?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the book, and the details were more explanatory than the movie. It is a charming, cute love story with a touch of violence and spice to it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2A59CMJPINRQX?ASIN=0439023521	READ THIS NOW	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">You will love this book so much you will read this series a million times. You will love this book collection forever great job Suzanne Collins!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGWVHGZV0LLK6?ASIN=0439023521	loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Liked the movie, loved the book!! I couldn't put it down, until I was done reading.  Definitely much more exciting than the last two in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GYLUAOE124BS?ASIN=0439023521	engrossing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Page-turning easy reading. The characters are well developed so that the reader feels as if they are real people, flawed and complex but realistic.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQUD67TZ30BOQ?ASIN=0439023521	just amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What an amazing book, it really is.  I definately loved it, but the second two books not quite as much.  It's compelling, a page turner to be sure.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TULG5OZVA88T?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow!  Great Book!  Riveting!  I had a hard time putting this book down.  I went on to read all in the series.  It's graphic and sometimes gruesome.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1R1NYPML4IH8Z?ASIN=0439023521	Loved It	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed the entire series. It was well paced, had great characters, and held my interest all the way through. I actually was sorry to see it end.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3C1GXHSZF23N9?ASIN=0439023521	Very exciting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A great book. Gripping, intense and very exciting. Very hard to put down. I haven't seen the movie, but after reading the book I am more likely tol</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BU3CC7Y3STKU?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome. I saw the movie and loved it. It was great to read the book and get insight on what was going through Katniss`s mind at certain instances.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TIX588UUYZ6Y?ASIN=0439023521	LOVE	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">hands down, one of the best books I have ever read!!!!! Suzane collins really brings her world to life and you wont be able to put it down!!!!!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R89DWHY8909K1?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I chose a five star rateing because this was the best book I ever read in my inter life!! I am going to watch the movies and read the next two!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YX7RSYUAB44I?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fascinating and at times intense.  A page turner that I found hard to put down.  A great read for young and old and especially for the adventurous.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CI0C18WFWF2O?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A very interesting suggestive futuristic story line. A challenging  story line showing of how to survive in the wild under difficult circumstances.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2EJO2OT2DONUA?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Just as thrilling and captivating as Twilight. I couldn't put the book down and can't wait to start book two and three and see how the series ends.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NDV6JFCEZLTV?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fast paced easy read.  Scary part was you could easily see how our society could get to this low point watching children kill each other for sport.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AZL67Z5CJUOE?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger games<br/><br/>  liked this book because it is a series and i love series and its a  thrilling book to read and i am not even finshed yet.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2S0CU0JSUHDC9?ASIN=0439023521	Enjoyed	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love books and had to read this before considering going to the movie.<br/>It was enjoyable and will enjoy the rest of the series in the future.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8H8DFZ2OPDAI?ASIN=0439023521	Thrilling	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing terror gripped<br/><br/>Praise for hunger games<br/> Suzanne Collins has out done herself<br/>Can't wait for more<br/>Best book by far</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3ULLLW29EF71T?ASIN=0439023521	A very exciting book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was exciting and had very few boring parts. Luckily it wasn't too long, but the ending makes you want to go get the next book right away.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3O0IKLB9VJQ6Z?ASIN=0439023521	Good Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was a good read from beginning to end. Suzanne Collins is a good writer and I would recommend this book to people who are fans of sci-fi.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIHOTHS6K9CAM?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Could not put it down till I had finished the story..<br/>A delightfully different  story from the norm<br/>.hunger  games is  the best of  2012.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVZCMLC196XHA?ASIN=0439023521	A breath taking story of survival.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved peeta mellark  and katniss everdeens not so true love story. It was an amazing story n I am going to search for the next part of the sequel</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DTMKS8XOR3I0?ASIN=0439023521	wow	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">seriously i loved these collections and even enjoyed the movie. i couldnt put it down i even had dreams aobut this book thats how much i enjoyed it</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17H37DRMHFXGJ?ASIN=0439023521	Loved this story.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed the authors writing.  It was a quick read and was very easy to get into the story.  I am looking forward to reading the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R393C8IOMFLXG4?ASIN=0439023521	Good book, worth a read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good book. Could go a bit deeper and darker but over 3.5/5 will be reading the over two in the series. If you liked the film you'll enjoy this book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NY50XSC2O5SN?ASIN=0439023521	Good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was well thought through and executed. Worth reading again.<br/>Thank you Mrs Collins for writing it!<br/>Commit wait for the next one.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BXPS5CNL118U?ASIN=0439023521	I could not put this book down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was hooked from the first page. Came highly recommended by my adult daughter. Thank goodness I am retired because I could not put this book down!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTLQVEWL511Y7?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What an awesome book, I loved every moment of it and can't wait to read the last two books!!  So much better than the movie and the movie wa great!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1M5N6IQ7W2FMU?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After watching the movie I decided to read the book. It was captivating. In three days, I finished the whole series. I just couldn't put them down!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XWXVZGQIHZVW?ASIN=0439023521	Love this book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read. If you like the movie you'll love the book and vis versa. Very good story line and I look forward to reading the rest of the series. :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NDHVGOV6WR5?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is exciting and just keeps you going chapter after chapter.<br/>I also love the ""buy with one click"" from amazon to get my kindle books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PEMGBMC0PWQX?ASIN=0439023521	dynamite read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The hunger games is a fantastic book.<br/>The characters were amazingly real with a realstic fairly realistic look at the future.<br/>highly recommended.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11KN1ZJIVC7EJ?ASIN=0439023521	Solid 4.5 Story of Surviving Dystopia	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Katniss Everdeen does what any protective older sister would hope to have the courage to do. She volunteers to take her little sister's place in the Hunger Games, an unfair, brutal ""reality"" tv show put on by the Capital ... drawing 24 contestants, called tributes from each of the 12 districts. So, what are the hunger games? A fight to the death. Why are they fought? Because the Capital basically wants the rest of the country to know that they can do what they want, when they want, and how they want.<br/><br/>Excellent story that can be taken at so many levels. You could just enjoy the read. It's a simplistic, predictable plot with pretty intriguing characters (though their names are a mite strange). Or you could delve deeper into the rights, wrongs, and social warnings within.  Definitely worth your time.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9SUISCARSERC?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is like the movie but more descriptive and just goes on forever with AWESOMENESS. Very cool with everything going on but be warned you may cry.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIIRL7W0U8B8I?ASIN=0439023521	great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie before I read the book, which I try never to do, but I was not disappointed. This book is great and I can't wait to read the rest.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2I6MX8OEVIFGM?ASIN=0439023521	Great read!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the adventure and the idea of the hunger games; and know that I've finished the book I can finally see how accurate the movie is or isn't.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3B20A81XIFSL4?ASIN=0439023521	Entertaining.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">fast paced and easy reading. A very good summer book. Recommended for vacation reading especially outdoor activities like camping or on the beach.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RE5Z5JWLL4ZF2?ASIN=0439023521	For my daughter	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My daughter is 11 and she just adores this book.  We watched the movie first and she loves it.  Nice to see your kids reading a book on their own.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GLEEW49I7G58?ASIN=0439023521	A must read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book.  A little sad but still a really great book.  The author did a great job writing this book.  I can't wait to read the next book!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1U6P4YJ5UHF05?ASIN=0439023521	great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm not much of a reader I actually picked this hook for a project for school but I loved this book so much I'm going to read the second and third</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WFY9BF2J8LH0?ASIN=0439023521	5 star review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I watched the movies first but once I read the books it gave me so much more on the story of the hunger games.I highly recommend the hunger games!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FCBN7UV8R2ZU?ASIN=0439023521	Great book. waiting for the movie now	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Enjoyed the book. Would have liked a better ending. Movie when released should be great. Going to enjoy how the recreate events on the big screen.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SOZGL19HH5J8?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins takes my breath away with an amazingly astounding book! I don't want to spoil anything for anyone, but this book is worth reading!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1INSTAASNLZLK?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very good reading! Enjoyed the twist and turns and the suspense. Would recommend others read. Am looking forward to the other books in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24T7211XJ2HGD?ASIN=0439023521	a masterpiece	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What a stunning work. Had me trap from beginning to end. A must read for those who love adventure and tragedy mixed with sarcastic humor and love.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1I0943SDTXPH8?ASIN=0439023521	Hard to put down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">very exciting, several unexpected twists,keeps you on the edge.can't wait for the next page. Then the next chapter.Excellent! keeps you wondering.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LF4B97WKB8O?ASIN=0439023521	Rivieting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldnt put it down.  Ordered the 2nd and third book in the series and had them all read within a couple weeks.  Great story and characterization.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1G55YGJIOF3D8?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book it really is the best-selling book ever and so is the movie<br/>I can't wait to read catching fire and moking Jay movie and book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHAW622C7VWTO?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't think I ever put this book down until I do finished it! Would definitely recommend. Suzanne Collins is the best author ever in my opinion.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PTQMJQFZQHRJ?ASIN=0439023521	love it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am a huge fan of The Hunger Games. The movie, not so much. But the books are just great. Great characters, great plot. Really gets you thinking.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTISSVKX4L3RL?ASIN=0439023521	Is it action or romance?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The first 2/3 of this book was full of action and kept me involved, but an awkward romance was introduced towards the end and I felt it fell away.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RV7OF9MJOHZCF?ASIN=0439023521	A Great Book to Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is a great read. It was much better than the movie. After reading this book I could not wait to buy and read the next two in the series.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YQTJBKXO0MYR?ASIN=0439023521	THE  Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book because  it caused my heart to race to feel happy to feel sad , and eagerness to continue reading.  Book one of The Hunger Games</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PNYXW5JG33L2?ASIN=0439023521	i know i will love it....	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i havent had time to read this yet, but my daughter read the series and she said that i HAD to get them...  hope to have time to read them soon...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWZBXIVVFQZVU?ASIN=0439023521	Excelente	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Lo tiene todo: acción, aventura,romance. Mantiene el interés del lector de principio a fin. Lo recomiendo adolescentes y adultos. Muy emocionante.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RA4IXLI22A9EA?ASIN=0439023521	Love, love, love!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Could not put this book down. By far the most interesting book Ive read in a long time. I highly recommend you adding this to your must read list!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2AMKAR2WQIE3B?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Action filled...reciting...suspenseful..I liked the story behind the games....it was a great read for all.  Can't wait for book 2. Will read again</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YTNP08O6465I?ASIN=0439023521	Very interesting.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I did not know what to expect from this trilogy but once I started it I could not stop reading it! Thanks for the first book now on to the second!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWQALMI548IZR?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Obviously a novel work of genius. The idea for the plot and the way it develops are both phenomenal. You'll love it unless you're overly critical.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3U5HXWQ9RBVCF?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Didn't get on the hunger games train until recently but now I'm addicted. The words flow effortlessly onto the page and I can wait to start book 2</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37O3X73VJ2K08?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games Trilogy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I chose this rating because the series was interesting to read and adventurous.<br/>I would recommend this book for kids from 11 years and older.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3F71VDPLHDUNA?ASIN=0439023521	I love this book!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the fact that I laughed and cried ,there was sorrow ,there was romance. I highly recommend this book to pretty much anyone older then 9!!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QS26K54KG08I?ASIN=0439023521	Great book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed reading this book.  And I can't wait to read the next book.  I am surprised at the ending, as I thought it would end differently.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2AGX01JIYE1M3?ASIN=0439023521	Review of best book ever read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The suspense was incredible. Every sentence had me gripping the book tighter, just to find out what was going to happen. Love it, love it, love!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2J5EDUOINBHXG?ASIN=0439023521	I love this book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is great, but it can put some pretty gross images in your head. I strongly recommend this book to anyone who wants to read a great book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R314R7M5Q4OP97?ASIN=0439023521	Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good book all I have to say I'm about to start the second book. I honestly hope it's as good as this one and not like the reviews claim it to be .</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Z2IN3PZLX0RM?ASIN=0439023521	Exciting read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Saw the movie first and really enjoyed it, so I knew I needed to read the book.  It didn't disappoint!  Looking forward to the rest in the series.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2C7GQAHW6XBVM?ASIN=0439023521	A great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have had many students and friends read this book. So glad that this was the first book I chose to read on my new Kindle Fire. It was riveting!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DSF9CTJH5AX4?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome story... the film doesn't even compare. Suzanne is a great writer, who leaves me wanting more. Can't wait to read the rest of the trilogy.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TMB4ZPFM5QT9?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing! Must read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I just recently had surgery, so having a lot of time, I read the entire book in 2 days. Fun easy read, and hard to put down. Worth downloading it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QT241ATKX0F6?ASIN=0439023521	wonderful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">hunder games wonderful book great writing slow but kept my attention horriable movie sge let them mess it all up was very mad when I saw the movie</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTIOWEWWG1UM3?ASIN=0439023521	I liked it.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked this book usually only like dog books, how ever, I did not like the ending because I have to get the other book without knowing the ending</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IATP0G07Z42E?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best book ever! The movie is not compared to the book, it will form part of my home library, the argument is excellent and the ending even better.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2B5X2P546FCFL?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book, makes you think if this can really happen. If you haven't seen the movie read the book first. If you did read the book for more...Izzy</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3R9NUX09EHH4K?ASIN=0439023521	One word excellent !!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could hardly put down the kindle. Hunger games is truly a remarkable and action filled book. Gonna check for more books from the writer<br/> :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UG9TAJRUOGRD?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing....	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Its an amazing book because it has a lot of feeling involve in the story, it makes me happy and sad at the same time and I cant wait for the next.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3D2CTFEQZASPO?ASIN=0439023521	The depressing ending	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wonderful,really great. i may have cried but that's okay...hate the ending though too depressing and peeta should not have been a jerk at the end.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26I0MRSE6VK2Y?ASIN=0439023521	LOVE IT!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book and can't wait to start Book 2. WOW!! Oh and couldn't believe how inexpensive it was to buy the digital copy for my kindle app!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RCLZARKM9BQ5?ASIN=0439023521	A real nail bitter....	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Down load was a piece of cake, can't put it down. I am lost in the fight :), Really enjoy having my Kindle, it is a joy to read and so convenient!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWX6CLPCNRJMN?ASIN=0439023521	I love this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is my favorite book in the world it is love and action packed and has my most 3 favorite people in it 😍😘💋👍🏽❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️💓💓💓💓💓💓</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RL52SDH76ULF0?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well the package got to us just in time for Christmas! Gave it to my sister so I didn't open and play it myself but I haven't had any complaints!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VZXXN776GL4H?ASIN=0439023521	Apart from that happy with my purchase	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Quick delivery and item description exact - although slightly unhappy as book cover not same as pictured. Apart from that happy with my purchase.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JLF1O0MM5VN3?ASIN=0439023521	pretty chill	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins takes us on the journey of a sixteen year old, who is relatable and understandable, with amaZing imagery and love able characters</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R314SAR3O5GIGE?ASIN=0439023521	its Great!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I think of it as a classic example of the new version of modern literature.<br/>A great fiction book!!!<br/>I recommend reading it.............</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15SNN6ZYLL4AR?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">566675665757667 7 7 7 74 :) 7 7 6 6 7 cm ALL the time and money plus I just want you to make a lot worse for a chat on Saturday because of thirty</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSE7K243GCGJC?ASIN=0439023521	Enjoyed the book (as an adult)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Enjoyed the book (as an adult). Good story and characters and not too pathetic love interests as often found in the teenie books (e.g. Twilight).</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MHI6WPMT6KK6?ASIN=0439023521	book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good book, very entertaining read. Good story line and great characters. It paralleled mythological tales with very good ability, which was cool.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1F8KQLPZ44RXW?ASIN=0439023521	love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't put the series down! My girlfriends said they would would say something and I couldn't hear anything.  I was so entranced by the series!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1D6L57P4M82JZ?ASIN=0439023521	Great read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So much better then the movie! Hope the next book is just as good. I was not a fan of the movie,  but have the book a chance and it was worth it.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RU93I868O38FI?ASIN=0439023521	Sharon,s engrossed.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very different from any suspense thriller.<br/>Can't wait to read the next book.<br/>So surprised with the ending and glad the story continues.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RR7OT9SKNG8TJ?ASIN=0439023521	Incredible!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Although is seen the movie, this book was really exciting to read. 375 pages went by much too quickly. I'm on #2 and can't wait to start with #3!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRBAQAVZQTKVZ?ASIN=0439023521	kept my interest	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great story but a horrible commentary on how depraved humanity can be.  Good will triumph over evil but evil sure takes a Hugh chunk out of good.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIDVI95GNFBW0?ASIN=0439023521	Love this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've read this book (along with the rest of the series) more times than I can count. Wonderful books and well written. I have quite enjoyed them.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18BSFDF8TISD4?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a good fiction read -<br/>however, as a English teacher I would not allow it for a book report as the movie follows a little to closely.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22SUCJE2WH76I?ASIN=0439023521	Great adventure	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What a great adventure story.  I have the kindle edition and looked forward to working out in the gym and reading the story of Katniss and Peeta.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MIHY3G1OB5OA?ASIN=0439023521	BEST BOOK	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Before I read this book I was unsure that I would like it but once I started I couldn't stop. it was easily one of the best books I've ever read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1U04C43JRSAFG?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down.  Even better than I anticipated from the movie!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A must-read!  This story left me intrigued and definitely wanting to know more about Katniss Everdeen and Peeta after their return to district12.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RP5XHD45XV8K4?ASIN=0439023521	YYYYYYEEEEEEEEAAAAAAA	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">THIS BOOK IS AWESOME BEST BOOK I'VE EVER READ I WOULD RECOMEND THIS BOOK TO EVERYBODY  THIS BOOK HAS CONFLICT ROMANCE JUST WHAT A GOOD BOOK NEEDS</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R243F2N33N476I?ASIN=0439023521	firghterningly good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wonderfully done story. Can really Feel for Katniss. A frightening alternate future portrayal. Makes one think ofo 1983 only with some bad twists</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22HBR61E2XSRZ?ASIN=0439023521	Super	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very mature and has a lot of suspense. Has a lot of romantic themes. Very recommended. Would recommend for 14, very violent. Still a awesome book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ITFYR51GRW8X?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great thanks, great product, just like the description said it was.Shipped fast. no problems or concerns. perfect condition better then expected.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RA6LV05CEU9WD?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Really awesome book! A must read!! Had me wanting to read me and more each day. Now I want to continue on and read the other books in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/REHJOCN889EHW?ASIN=0439023521	Bought as a gift	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My daughter and I both read this as well as the whole series.  I thought it was violent to start the series and then just petered out by the end.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSEM1472UGQKW?ASIN=0439023521	a great quick read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read the entire series in a weekend. They are suspenseful and very entertaining.  The descriptive style of writing puts you right at the scene.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3Q4GE7SA72HT6?ASIN=0439023521	great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">very riviting. kept me hooked all the way through. Gave alot more insight into the movie and alot more explanation that was left out of the movie</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDGXJIK7JX6TC?ASIN=0439023521	Love It	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Huge fan of the Hunger Games.  It is great to see a book with a very strong female charcter.  I read this book in 2 days I could not put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16YZKX22AS5J?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a well written book. It was an easy read and flowed very nicely. I would definitely recommend this book to any interested in reading it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12JG8ELY1TYEU?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The way Suzanne shaped this book caused me to be unable to our it down. Around every corner was suspense and I can't wait to read the second one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUS8FIJKB8DD9?ASIN=0439023521	Even better the second time	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent! I enjoyed this series so much I read it twice. The author did an amazing job bringing these characters and their surroundings to life.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31BHAAH6JC1XB?ASIN=0439023521	book review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was hard to get into in the beginning.  It is a very slow moving story, but I enjoyed discovering the main characters as the story progressed.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YRR83NAJMG9Z?ASIN=0439023521	Fresh creative story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've enjoyed watching Jennifer Lawrence from Louisville, as main character in the film.  Read the trilogy, looking forward to all the movies too.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUZ7FUZDQBXGU?ASIN=0439023521	Captivating	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book has me enthralled from beginning to end even though I already new how it ended. Much better then the movie. Will definitely read again.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBBQKWY2WBEIF?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book!!!  Could not put it down.<br/>I read it straight through!!!  I hear there are 2 more books in this series.  I will be reading those.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R359W90VUR3TTW?ASIN=0439023521	As good as everyone else says.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So, yeah. This was a great read. I had a hard time putting it down once I started. Much better than the movie (though the movie wasn't terrible).</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20NJG9RZ7QESG?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love this book. I find myself completely lost in the games with Katniss every time I read. If you saw the movie you really need to read the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PVAT64ZX8LXQ?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Forget everything you think this book will be about. It surpasses it all. A page turner. I couldn't put it down! I can't wait to read the next 2!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGSIBCO1P77U4?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved. Totally captivating. I cannot wait to read the next two books. I don't know what to expect but I do know I probably won't be disappointed.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FW2KPFB8CD4?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Such a wonderful book! A must read! Makes you feel like you are actually playing the games with Katniss. Can't wait to read the next installment.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2H9ARB1VR5GZ0?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A well written book, keeps you reading. I don't like the theme, its beyond imagination that a parent would let the child leave for killing games.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35NP6XF3LN615?ASIN=0439023521	Love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have enjoyed the whole journey. I hope the movie does the book justice. On to book two. I'm sure I'll like it just as well. The book was great!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FT9IBS5BDT8C?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is my second time reading the book and I must say it is just as good. One of my favorite story lines of all time. Two thumbs up for Collins.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3M032DHHC7KHQ?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wonderful! So glad I read it, finally! Watching the movie first I was worried, but I'm glad I saw it first.. it made me appreciate the book more.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3S8Y18U7AZ30G?ASIN=0439023521	Incredible	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Completely captivating.  I couldn't put the book down.<br/>The author brings all characters to life brilliantly.  The suspense was intoxicating.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18MYZZBAJ5DHE?ASIN=0439023521	Great writing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I still don't know how I feel about children fighting to the death, but I enjoyed the writing and the action. Well written, and hard to put down.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Z3SY4KOQTGEP?ASIN=0439023521	Fast good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Didn't think a book about killing would be that interesting but it kept my attention the entire time didn't stop reading until the very last word</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3E86JN6L2GWX3?ASIN=0439023521	AWSOME!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good book I really loved the movie and I can't wait for the second movie coming in November 2013 yay also I borrower is book how do I turn it in?</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1J8Z0ZFULW8X6?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome read<br/>Couldn't stop I got hooked right away this is one of those books which you think is boring but in the middle it just amazes you</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TO6MCOKY0W54?ASIN=0439023521	LOVE IT	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book, so now I'm going to watch the movie!!! The movie has been recommended to me by every one I know.  I'll let you know what I think too.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RSYSZ8XCUJLP?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book keeps you on edge not wanting to put it down.  Can hardly wait to get the next book.  The author makes this easy to read and want more.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23GESMYDWNZ0K?ASIN=0439023521	great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read the book after seeing the movie and was amazed how faithful the movie was to the book.  Easy to read, deep concepts well executed.  Bravo!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3L0CVW5WI115A?ASIN=0439023521	awesome read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Absolutely loved it, couldn't put it down, didn't want it to end...so I read it again. Don't bother with the movie until you read the book first.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZNMD75E41H0N?ASIN=0439023521	Great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Kept my attention and I couldn't stop reading.  I can't wait to read the next 2 in the series.  Action, suspense, and love story all in one book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R288Z2KA5GG2IM?ASIN=0439023521	Great post-apocolyptic novel	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read all three books in series in less than a week! Better than the movie, which is usually the case, but made the movie way more fun to watch.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IMD51ZOTA1P2?ASIN=0439023521	An Amazing Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was one of the hardest books to put down! It was action filled and truly intriguing. I am looking forward to reading the rest of the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CZP8IA8QHVDR?ASIN=0439023521	good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed this more than the movie. It was good to know what her inner thoughts were the whole time. It made her actions in the movie more clear.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21734GAM58ZAQ?ASIN=0439023521	wow	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">when i read the first  page wow it was good<br/>but the only thing that was wrong was not much pages make it more And i will give it five stars!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2X95YNGCCGN3J?ASIN=0439023521	Page Turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">At first I wasn't sure if i would be interesting in reading this book but after chapter 3 it was a sure thing that i didn't want stop reading it.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1O959VJAANEM2?ASIN=0439023521	Hard to put down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well written and hard to put down.  The ending left me wanting more so I bought the next book, Catching Fire, and began reading it straight away.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHM0LU41NKUDC?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome book!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've finally gotten around to reading this book and I wish I had read it much sooner!! I loved this book and I'm looking forward to the next one!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DTQFGF0NZ7AE?ASIN=0439023521	Addictive and fascinating	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Difficult to put down, so I read it really quickly.  An interesting story in a Lord of the Flies kind of way.  I can't wait to get the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1T03YXAJRKSY4?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing, intimate and intense book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I finished this book in roughly two days, that's how tightly it grabs you.  The story about a dystopian future society that brings back gladiatorial games between kids and teenagers is very tense, as the main character, a girl named Katniss, tries her best to outsmart and defeat dozens of young girls and boys forced to become survivalists, thieves and cold-blooded murderers.<br/><br/>The concept of the story its strong enough to carry itself and garner the reader's interest, but the writer goes much further than that and makes sure you experience all the horror, the violence, the urgency and the fear, until you feel you are starving, bleeding and caked with dirt as well.<br/><br/>I thoroughly enjoyed this book, and I'm ready to devour the rest of the trilogy.  Do yourself a literary favor and read it now!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JP6XP9MCNLG1?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read the hunger games and I could not put it down I wanted to read more it was just so well written</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3U6K9ZF9AJLSE?ASIN=0439023521	Warning:	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Don't start this book unless you have all day or all night to read it!!!  Because once you start reading, you can't put it down; it's that good!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JVS3ELB2EFF9?ASIN=0439023521	As good as I thought it would be...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I quite liked it. I watched the movie before reading the book but the directors commentary made me want to know more. I'm definitely glad I did.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JK1APWV7Q98Z?ASIN=0439023521	Language tool - Spanish	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book in Spanish (Juegos de Hambre) is at a perfect level for adult intermediate students of Spanish - Kerry  Baker (www.ventanasmexico.com)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTPCJEW97KOLA?ASIN=0439023521	AWSOME BOOK!!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's an action packed romance and I couldn't have loved it more! Now I'm off to read the next book that should be just as good if not, better!😊</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KITEBTNX3JXT?ASIN=0439023521	Just Amusement	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really liked this book, but it's just another teen book, there's nothing deeper, just the right amount of action and love to keep you reading.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DHFMPV8XPGB2?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great way to pass the time.  Relaxing and enjoyable. The ordering experience was user friendly and quick.  Thanks for  that take the stress off.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UZOUIMHT1AQP?ASIN=0439023521	Page turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm so happy I chose to read this book. I never wanted to put it down from the very first sentence to the last. Can't wait to read the next one.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTP6SPSG9ZA3Y?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read all of them!! These really are good books- and not just for teenagers. The story is interesting and involved. You will love the characters!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PS1IIN1VATCT?ASIN=0439023521	Pretty good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good bubblegum book. Enjoyable and a little emotional. Page turner. Nice beach book. Looking forward to finishing next one. Read this in one day</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3I3JMQDGFFQBV?ASIN=0439023521	Granddaughter loved it!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My granddaughter loved it.  Now reading the second in the trilogy.  She is almost 11 and didn't like to read.  Now she is reading for enjoyment.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JI6XV77N21SO?ASIN=0439023521	I love peeta	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book I would of gave it five stars if Peeta was in it more and if Haymitch wouldn't of ruin what Katniss and Peeta's love story!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQMCFR2CI8BTE?ASIN=0439023521	Captivating!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellently written book. Captivating! I couldn't put it down. There's some gore, but no sex or foul language. Suitable for young adults and up.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VRJ8L586JEWK?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is great book.  When started reading was hardly able put down.  Had force myself stop reading but very hard to do.  Can't wait watch movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUWS36VYNXF2S?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you are looking for a book with a mix of romance ,survival ,and adventure this is your book I wish I could rate this book higher than 5 stars</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FE6U4U3Q30TO?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it1	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book, ""The Hunger Games,""  exceeded all expectations.  It kept me occupied via my Kindle all the way from Kitty Hawk to Hilton Head.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKTPNYZ0MN3J1?ASIN=0439023521	LOVED IT	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I chose this rating because it is a really good book and I love the plot . In the movie they left out a few things but yah the book was amazing.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1C8Z9C82RPK?ASIN=0439023521	Omg	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the ""madly in love"" and ""star-crossed lovers"" where they are almost only friends. I thought it was one of the best books I've ever read.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XJ259ZEQDEE7?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Purchased for my grand daughter after seeing the movie.  She so loved it she asked her parents (and received)  a bow nod arrows for her birthday</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RCMGFM6DML6F?ASIN=0439023521	best series ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've literally read this book a dozen times and I still come away wanting more. Collins writes such a great story that a reader cannot put down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PSBI0ONIA01H?ASIN=0439023521	Flipping awesome.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is totally flipping awesome. You definitely need to read this book. It is so fast paced I have to stop and process what just happened.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OTP8NQ25YEM1?ASIN=0439023521	A great Start	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great opener to a great series. I love all three books. The Author really put a lot of work and you can tell while reading the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21GTZR3YQ1D1U?ASIN=0439023521	Less than I hoped for	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book I purchased was used and it first appeared in good condition but the binding quickly fell apart and caused the front cover to come off.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3N0OZ236O6L7Z?ASIN=0439023521	Awesomeness	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is way better than the movie because it gives more detail on how the story came to be. Read it then tell me if the movie is that good.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28EO8H63RKK1F?ASIN=0439023521	awesome... waaaay better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it.. the movie didn't do it justice.  So glad I read it...I had to keep reading the series.  Finished it in a few days. .. easy read.  :-D</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RA5H30OM6P0VX?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked this book from the beginning to the end.  Much better then the movie.  If you saw the movie and did not read the book you missed a lot!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OB672254I31R?ASIN=0439023521	Favorite book out of the triology!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Plot quickly reels you in and become emersed in what lies ahead for Katniss Everdeen.  Recommend to anyone seeking a read in the dystopia realm.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38240HYMA31UU?ASIN=0439023521	Great story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Kept me at the edge of the seat. Fun read and I'm a 40 year old guy. My wife which hardly ever reads fiction could not put all three books down.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUY0VAP26CA8Q?ASIN=0439023521	Great read for all	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The the Hunger Game Books are a great read.  Many twists and turns that I could not anticipate.  The book kept me engaged from beginning to end.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WMSUD6I2UYGD?ASIN=0439023521	Which is the next to read?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Who would have thought of something like this? It was gruesome but not too bad that I couldn't read it. Fastest I've read a book in a long time.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7CUAMBK9MBYW?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read! Couldn't put it down! Immediately went out and got the other 2 books in the series. I was very sad when I finished reading them all.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15NBRD8NJ9YU8?ASIN=0439023521	excellent,	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Totally  mesmerising. Couldn't' wait to finish it. You get to emerge yourself  into a  completely different world with fantastic(al) characters.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Q1KQNT6GTB95?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is very interesting and suspenseful. Has many people on the edge of their seat. Love this book gonna read the second one,Catching fire</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NQIHU3I0F7MA?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A great story.  A fantastic plot.  No profanity  No guns.  Looking forward to the next book.<br/>Hope the next story has Gale as love interest.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MAN0T97G3NHJ?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is absolutely amazing!!  Its so much more descriptive than the movie!  After reading this and seeing the movie I can't wait for more!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38VL8DDOVFUIA?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't get into it! I know that it is very popular and has been made into a feature film but I couldn't get past the first couple of chapters!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Z2KXRYPYPXU2?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellently to see the movie<br/>Challenging strategy suspense moving.  Enjoyed the book and adventure s<br/>Is there books to follow and read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RW1I4DMLEFEW6?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Refreshingly different from other stories. This avid reader enjoyed the suspense and each twist and turn of the arena. Looking for the next one.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3O9KBJKPJLXII?ASIN=0439023521	Great!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wonderful storyline! Want more for sure, can't wait for catching fire! Matinee is a lovely lead character can't wait to see where her story goes</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LKFM6L1ABIMC?ASIN=0439023521	Intriguing Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is a captivating book that allows your imagination to run wild.  I would recommend it for teens up into the middle age bracket.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QGGZANQZ6C5R?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great book for younger and older adults. Makes one think of government and the power they have and the power one person has hidden....</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3S38XA9LBF61O?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The story was unusal and the ending left me hanging.  I guess there will be another book following to continue the story.<br/>The Hunger Games.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Z8AYXCBALV68?ASIN=0439023521	Awsome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I said 5 star because this book is very detailed and very very good. I saw the movie there were a couple differences  but after all good book :)</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RB644QUHZ8WAO?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Inhaled this book. Kept me interested from start to finish. Loved the political, social undertones along with the basic human desire to survive.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18CXL8Z8POUH1?ASIN=0439023521	Fair	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good story, but I hated the ending. Surely the author could have made a better heroine out of Katniss, but maybe that's just the romantic in me.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZKN05NHLZFR6?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">In the time allotted since I've read this book I have learned to never give up. It's really amazing and I hope others enjoy it as much as I did.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PQL4QA7G4HTP?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked the point of view it was told in and all the descriptions. I liked the action with a hint of romance. It was the perfect mix of the two.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HQFNULR4UAKL?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was pleased with this one!  I couldn't put it down.  Easy to read and get into.  Couldn't wait to get to #2. Loved the characters and concept.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1W9N1BJ5IKE0Y?ASIN=0439023521	Good Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fast paced easy reading. Gets you hooked from the first chapter. Lots of action and a great story line. Very creative thinking from Sue Collins.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R336YZMKO2P5VB?ASIN=0439023521	Interesting read of futuristic world?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is an interesting enough read. It is a little awkward at times bein written in the first person. My teenage granddaughter loved the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R284ASP2O45F1F?ASIN=0439023521	good reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">spooky and way better than the movie<br/>i would recommend this product<br/>i would recommend this product<br/>i would recommend this product</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHJF5UUAD9PXG?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I just couldn't put it down!  The book just drew me in.  I was holding my breath much of the time.  Would highly recommend this book to friends.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34I85N1DPKOXM?ASIN=0439023521	Very interesting reading.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was caught up very early on - very imaginative.  This is not my normal genre of books but I was pleasantly surprised at how much I enjoyed it!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2889AT1JRWEEZ?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent read.. Well written, keeps reader wanting to read to know what happens next.. Very weird story line, which makes it more intriguing...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2W66R7NJW4J0B?ASIN=0439023521	Great story!  Great characters!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great story!  Great characters!  The story of Katniss and Peeta shows the struggle against great odds.  Highly recommended for teens and adults!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R299FX89YJBNAH?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book. I have just bought the second one now. Reading the book has made the movie make more sense. I would recommend you to read it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2G7DHRYGMEBHP?ASIN=0439023521	great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a great book!!! I could hardly put it down. It only took me a weekend to finish it. Going to start the next book tomorrow, can't wait!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FE08MIUAK1DL?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed the first book, it was very much like the movie. The next two books were easy reading and somewhat predictable but a good read.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XAZ5AVHKWFWL?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So much better than the movie, an excellent book, couldn't put it down! Not just for the young. I am on the third book, what an amazing trilogy.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3J7L1O32LHVHY?ASIN=0439023521	Good but lacking something...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">An easy read and a true page turner. I don't usually like apocalyptic stories but this one was recommended on Stephenie Meyer's website so I thought I'd give it a try. It was an easy enough read that I finished it in less than a day.<br/><br/>The ending was left wide open for a sequel so I felt the story wasn't ended properly. It did leave me wanting to read the next book in the series, but I was a little put off that I'll have to wait another year or so before I know what happens with these characters. I also get the feeling I was being set up for something more, but I'll never know what really happens until the series is officially over.<br/><br/>Reading this book made me feel like I'd just eaten a nice meal and purposely saved room for dessert, but got a rice cake and a promise for more instead.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R362SUZPB2EX2S?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Could not put this book down!!  It has been a very long time since I have felt this way about a book &amp; author.  There are only two things I don't like regarding this book (&amp; the series) #1 is that it took me this long to read them!  I only just read them last week(all three). I absolutely could not put them down.  Before I finished The Hunger Games I had already downloaded Catching Fire &amp; Mockingjay to my Kindle Fire so I could keep reading about these amazing characters.  #2 I am sad that I am finished and have no more books for my Katniss &amp; Peeta addiction!!  Of course I will definetly be rereading this trilogy countless times!  Suzanne Collins is a wonderful story teller &amp; I can't wait for her next book!<br/><br/>I am beyond excited for the movie---March 23, 2012 can't get here soon enough!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Q0X6HREZYX65?ASIN=0439023521	None	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">let me just say ths book is engrossing. i am a big time reader but even if you don`t like reading you won`t be able to stop It begin in the future, north america is now called panem and i dvided into 12 districts. To show the districts that the capitol is in control and districts have no chance of rebelling the have the hunger games.The hunger games is were each district is to represent one male andone female between the ages of 12 and 18. They will be put in a areana and be forced to fight till there death.Simple one rule : stay alive. So anyway a 16 year old girl named katniss everdeen volenteers in place of her sister for the hunger games. It is basically a book of survival , and a little bit of love. I don`t want to give anyway more but let me tell you this book is worth any price</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UE7D2SLR45GW?ASIN=0439023521	I couldn't stop reading it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really liked the book, but it was a bit gory at the end. I liked how they all knew that the government was wrong, they weren't fooled at all.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNW9894GCOFUK?ASIN=0439023521	One in a million!  One of those hard-to-find books that lingers with you for a long time.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A real surprise.  The characters are diverse and engaging and the plot never gets boring.  I look forward the the next two books in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TD4235UBOEH3?ASIN=0439023521	A true futuristic adventure.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is a futuristic thriller!  Read the book before I saw the movie.  Just made the movie better without lessening the value of the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FZAVQOLPBKJ7?ASIN=0439023521	I know I'm late to getting around to reading this ...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I know I'm late to getting around to reading this book.  It was very entertaining.  So scary to think this kind of thing could actually happen!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GXTZ7JBQW0FF?ASIN=0439023521	great read ,	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Story kept moving with suspense and hard to put down!<br/>Easy read for people who don't read very often<br/>  Looking forward to the sequel.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RC4YETYRRJOWD?ASIN=0439023521	Wow	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really liked this book. I would not recommend it to kids younger than ten though. It was a little... gory. But for ten and  up it is awesome!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LZIFE6WKX2P3?ASIN=0439023521	surprisingly gritty and deep	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">An excellent read. Couldn't put it down, and can't wait to read the rest of the series. The characters are realistic and the plot is brilliant.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBVPZFNC50HOI?ASIN=0439023521	This is one of the best book series I have ever read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is one of the best book series I have ever read!  To be honest, I have read all three books over six times!!  Lol. Thats just how good ff!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLT4S8TFI7REF?ASIN=0439023521	I didn't think I would like it but so glad I read it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was an amazingly written story that kept you reading and wanting to read the next book. I didn't think I would like it but so glad I read it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31M2BKBRRKRBB?ASIN=0439023521	awesome dytopian future book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book-well written.  Characters develop and mesh well with each other. I've read the series and the books. The books of course are better.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFY554YBVI205?ASIN=0439023521	This is a great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was hooked on the book immediately. I could not put it down. The plot line is so intense and interesting that you never want the book to end.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3F3OLR8S07YNU?ASIN=0439023521	Love it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Purchased this to replace our original that we seem to have lost. Book was in okay condition. I noticed a small tear on one of the first pages.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZNJR8QJVVI2R?ASIN=0439023521	Riveting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fast moving once you get into it - about the second chapter. Vivid descriptions and beautiful  use of language.<br/>Already on the second book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TUVL7HX53UWX?ASIN=0439023521	Very nice	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Extremely good read, recommend it to everyone who likes survival themed and adventurous books<br/><br/>Why wait, get it now and start reading</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2E6UOLYE6TGRJ?ASIN=0439023521	entertaining	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">An entertaining read that keeps up the pace and gives you a range of experiences to keep you going. Gives you perspectives that the movie can't</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3P0I503JMAYAD?ASIN=0439023521	perfect	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Not a thing that I would change! :) it's the perfect balance between love war and learning that even in the struggle to live you can still love</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16ZYN8SJIKA8C?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My girlfriend made me read the book after I saw the movie. It really is worth it. It gives a lot of insight to what the characters are feeling.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1V9HQ7EBDDDVE?ASIN=0439023521	Give me more like this!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked the pace of the Hunger Games it kept me wanting to know what was going to happen next. I would enjoy reading something similar to this.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GTP29BTTZ4YF?ASIN=0439023521	very entertaining and thought provoking	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Tense and exciting..a real page turner! Each in the series keeps you wanting more. Would definitely read the trilogy before watching the movies</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R353454RKY9O6V?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games 1	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow I saw the second movie and had to read the first!I had no idea what a great story this was going to be.time to get started on the next book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IM82K8XTKODK?ASIN=0439023521	Very Fascinating	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The rating I gave this book suits it for me, since it had great detail throughout the book. The book was very adventurous and very interesting.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1U5RUBG4EL7JQ?ASIN=0439023521	great story design	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a very well done story. Clever, good characters, great storytelling, challenging background story. Hardly waiting to read the other two.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RAQZ5SJB5G3K5?ASIN=0439023521	Exciting read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the first book in the trilogy.  There is a lot of violence in these books. It is a very exciting read and the book is hard to put down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6PNERDWOIWHB?ASIN=0439023521	great!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was amazing! So action packed! I would recommend this book to anyone who loves action! It was very well written and kept you reading!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJRDKUEJ5RKT6?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Keeps you interested all the time and I'm ready to finish the trilogy of the hunger games...the movie is not that good, when you read the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25CS1TO6JPORR?ASIN=0439023521	Great story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The character development is great. I can believe each character. The story is very well developed and well done. Great story.<br/>JHM Chicago</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OPN57576C51E?ASIN=0439023521	Better than expected	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have enjoyed a book as much as I've enjoyed this one in a long time.  I was expecting a silly teen story but it was surprisingly well written</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1F31Y7P9DDK78?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was great! It kept me interested constantly. I couldn't put it down. I just loved it! Can't wait to read the next book in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18FIQSBZTL3FE?ASIN=0439023521	Captivating	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't st top reading it and I am ready to begin the next book. I am anxious to see how the homecoming plays out with Gale and the Capital!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R119HS6OFSCLIC?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was pretty cool a little. Too much romance though. Still awesome though<br/>I was kind of mad she didn't get the arrow in the beginning to.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIHIN8OV87YPL?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is a awesome and exciting book. I would recommend this book to people that read and liked the Harry Potter series. It has a lot of suspense.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4I6CXBRK8S7Q?ASIN=0439023521	Super awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is one of my favorite books. It's a great story, and it's the best book of the trilogy. Would definitely recommend the book and the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23FXVXDIUF27M?ASIN=0439023521	5 of 5 stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book because it was easy to follow and very exciting. If anyone likes action with a hint of romance The Hunger Games is your book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NGIUCJP6I0AV?ASIN=0439023521	Our future.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">entertaining, interesting, thought provoking. If you are interested in survival, you ought to read this.  It is an adventure about your future.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3L1J5DRGRJM1Z?ASIN=0439023521	GREAT!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Saw the movie first, then got interested in the books... Man, I'm hooked! I love them! Wish they could make a new movie with all the details :p</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HEE82795CRH9?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really love this book it had me wondering what's going to happen next<br/>I recommend this book to everyone who loves excitement and romance</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RP3A59BM5UKDX?ASIN=0439023521	I loved this book!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If I could I would read it over and over until I went crazy. This is a book that I would love to invest in when I get the money. Loved this!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29KZDQ8DFGTWG?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved every page of this book, cannot wait to read the next one! The second half of this book I didn't want to stop reading till it was over!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RM1U1NHR24RXU?ASIN=0439023521	A great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Much better than I had anticipated, especially after seeing the movie first. I couldn't put it down, having finished the book within five days.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12F9UA40OMCTM?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good series<br/>Good descriptions<br/>Good movie from series<br/>Great author<br/>Looking forward to read this series of books on my kindle</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1U3SM4QDJKTBW?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful, captivating.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have not been a reader in quite some time but this book pulled me into it from the very beginning pages. A wonderful book for anyone to read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4U2LB3QO7WRO?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this story. This is a great one to read over and over. I think children and adults alike can take away important messages from the plot.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11AB3PQ4EHEVY?ASIN=0439023521	Love it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love how the book show what they think and feel! I love the romance along with suspensions of death! It's a nail biter! A all time favorite!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RP1PHBO3UTOXH?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it away	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great character development. Something different from my normal read-and well worth the hype. Now on to the next addictive book in the series!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33LGC9EW29VWF?ASIN=0439023521	fabulous	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the hunger games because it was an amazing story that everyone should read from time to time. I loved it. I wish I was Katness Everdeen</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8Q6NZIS7MT2W?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i absolutely loved this  book from beginning to end.<br/>i loved mainly the reaping and after the games.<br/>i would definitely recommend it.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7J1TTORWHX8H?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't put it down. Definitely worth the read.  Not a cliff hanger but leaves you wanting more. Just finished and already downloaded the 2nd.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVWSPSQLSJMKL?ASIN=0439023521	Best series ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Really great book. I have read it many times. Nothing can keep you away from the rest of the series! The movie is also pretty close to the book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TNWG9I8IHEPJ?ASIN=0439023521	great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome book.  I was sucked in from the first page.  I had a difficult time putting it down.  Definitley recommend all the books by this author</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22R0SSW36IRK7?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best. Book. Ever. I have read it multiple times, yet it never gets old or boring. If you like action stories, this is the book for you.<br/>:)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OBEGX8LE8JQT?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book within a few days during a vacation.  I couldn't put it down.  Interesting story line.  I would definitely recommend this book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BBBS5AE1SOGC?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Speechless. I can't even say anything it's just that good. I would read it all in one sitting if I didn't have to sleep or eat or go to school.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HTMS1W57EO5U?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was thoroughly engrossed in every word. Much better than the movie. Far more detail that should have been in the movie. I strongly recommend.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNE5MGMH4671J?ASIN=0439023521	Fast paced and entertaining light read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read based upon sheer popularity and enjoyed throughout.  Believable hero and heroine for the age.  Content somewhat gritty for younger people.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Y4F0MUAPBJ7Z?ASIN=0439023521	Saw the movie thought it was good, the book was WAY better	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Might not be for some people due to the nature of the book, but if that doesn't bother you then hold on cause its quick but very exciting ride.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RS32C03MJRBZV?ASIN=0439023521	lovable	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I just love the hunger games! I already want to read the second book!!!!! Catching Fire here I come!<br/>""May the odds be ever in your favor""!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1T5RY1R6NTX8O?ASIN=0439023521	Great Reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book, could not put it down - literally.  Spent Sunday in my chair and read the entire book. Extremely entertaining and very suspenseful.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3L3QJ8N7LM9BH?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed all 3 books of the Hunger Games. My Grandson thought it would be to gory for Grandma. I would like to see the movies of all 3.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FW20YX8PRRSM?ASIN=0439023521	Good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I watched the movie first and got interested enough to read the book. It explained it in more detail it was worth reading, I really enjoyed it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FJWFR5BWZ9C9?ASIN=0439023521	Good entertaining read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well written novel that captures your imagination. The only concern is why such gory novels are teen favorites. Would recommend it with caution</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1O1MSHO8I9LWJ?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome Novel	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The writer has a very unusual way of story telling. I got hooked onto from the first page. This is a trilogy and am reading the second one now.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DC9G9LMVPMBP?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Can't put it down!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3A7EXKERDAKAT?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Needed for college</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34EMHO72HPOH7?ASIN=0439023521	Battle Royale all over again.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Okay, so I'm into books, and into manga as well. So when I hear about this book from a good friend of mine, and she tells me how flat out amazing this book is. Seeing as how I was in need of a good book, I decided to give it a shot.<br/>I had to drop it at abut 30 pages.<br/>To me, it's just a blatant rip-off of the series Battle Royale, written almost ten years before this was even published. Granted the whole ""battle to the death"" thing is a cliched plot used for many years, but still...<br/>If you want to read an entertaining book, go read Battle Royale.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35LQ3Z1JM24YC?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This isn't 2nd time reading this book and it was better than ever.  Starting the next book right away.  Looking forward to watching the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUQ6ZKK0T3S1R?ASIN=0439023521	Love love love this series especially the sisters and how ...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love love love this series especially the sisters and how they are, reminds me of my sister and I love this story. read the trilogy amazing :)</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3F1ARKUYMMGV4?ASIN=0439023521	food galore but none for thought	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">For young adults this is great...but it was recommended to me by an adult to a well read adult...me,<br/><br/>And it was pretty light stuff.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24G3ZLO4UE4ZW?ASIN=0439023521	I really enjoyed reading the book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed reading the book. Easy to read style, great details and really captivating. Now bought Book 2 and look forward to opening it!</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R78RFEQLJQYZ3?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is the best book ever created. It was incredible. The relationships were incredible. I loved the characters and all of the fighting.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2X7TUJTHN0ZZ8?ASIN=0439023521	Amazingly Wonderful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book. It was my first time reading a book on my kindle and now this book is my favorite. I encourage you to read the whole series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21XLC5F41WDM8?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book, great saga! If you watched the movie like me and want now to read the trilogy, go ahead! The book is always better than the movie!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RIBCONCNIC2W?ASIN=0439023521	Just The First One!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a fun book to read.  The story flows well and you get involved with the characters.  Started the second book in the series right away.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPCAZBZYQSJYH?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved every word. As usual, much better than the movie. Helps makes sense of a lot of plot holes that the movie just covered for a little bit.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RAI7TLISQNC7Z?ASIN=0439023521	Most awesome book I've ever read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is my favorite book. I love all the action all of the sadness, I cried at Rue`s death. I love all of the love. Katniss, I wish I was you.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TI2R9COPC9XK?ASIN=0439023521	Love this series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">We have not read this book yet - but I've heard it's just a wonderful as the first.  And we received this item within 2-3 days or ordering it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23NOYYPXL4EDD?ASIN=0439023521	Best book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the book even more than the movie mainly because of the first person point of view. Hopefully you find the book even more interesting.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIHVL6I1F410D?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was intriguing in so many ways.  I have since received all three of these as a gift and am now finishing<br/>""Mocking Jay""!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3D0D971IJ1FL4?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a very well written book/series. I highly recommend reading the series. It makes you thankful that we don't live in a world like this.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROEPTSE8HRQQO?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">amazing read....sooo much better than the movie ! I can't wait to read the rest! would definitely recommend,especially if you like the movies.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1T4HE9TV96OEP?ASIN=0439023521	Good Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This first of the series of three books was very interesting.  The premise is unusual, the characters are developed and the plot is excellent.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OPRLW5ZQ8AOS?ASIN=0439023521	Pretty good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed it.<br/>I liked the movie and I'm glad I saw it first. The colors stood out in the movies but the characters had depth in the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26UQP2RMMYK3?ASIN=0439023521	Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's obviously written for young adult, with the constant listing of exact steps, but beyond that it's engaging and a lovely tale of survival.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MBB0PB7ZS25A?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book, great story! Can't wait to start the next on! A definite page turner. You won't be able to put it down! Great job Suzanne Collins!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VYUVXVOLJ08L?ASIN=0439023521	for my son's English class	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">found this @ good price here; decided to order it for my son that wanted to read this book for a book report @ school; he enjoyed it very much</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJLT8VLRF6XKE?ASIN=0439023521	Book and Movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoy reading the book, then watching the movie.  The movie follow the book much.  I enjoy reading the book, but watching the movie as well.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CRU8JLZHM71Q?ASIN=0439023521	My Hunger Games Review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was very  amazing, it kept me on the edge of my seat the whole time! AWESOMENESS packed in this suspenseful book by Suzanne Collins!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMTVDZHTS3MPQ?ASIN=0439023521	So good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I expected this to be like Twilight, but this book had dimension!  The characters had personality!  Great YA novel unlike the Twilight series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RL2B7I1F2XOB1?ASIN=0439023521	Good read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Having seen the movies first,the book was still a good read.  The pace was good with enough details to be interesting, but not too cumbersome.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3R06KCXOBBOXI?ASIN=0439023521	Great reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved the book, cannot wait to see the movie. Hopefully, the movie is as good as the book. I could not put this book down. It was a good read!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34W9I86YYQKAY?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book.  Couldn't put it down. When I finished it, I immediately downloaded .the next book in the series.  Then went on to the third book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Y7H15RYD0HU7?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing story!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great story very well written. Once you get started you can not put it down. I can't wait to read the next book in the series. Treat yourself.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6VHG9CTQRK17?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I did not think I was going to like the book and it was a total page turner....I could not put the book down!! Can't wait to read the next two</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPLG48IF3747Q?ASIN=0439023521	Absolutely amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am an advid reader. I read 2 - 4 books a week, but no author has captivated my attention as Suzanne Collins and her book ""The Hunger Games"".</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VCQD3UDF6B2R?ASIN=0439023521	*****	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This whole series need to be read by anyone who wants America to be a socialist nation.  It is a true picture of socialism in its purest form.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13Q39AAM2Z6VD?ASIN=0439023521	Heart racing book :) !!!! Two thumbs up	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't finish the book because the movie came out. but the first four chapters are already good she is really good at describing the details</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Q37UBPV1WZHP?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book. Enjoyed the honesty of the characterization of the heroine.  Intriguing enough to entice me to obtain the next book in the series.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2S621VF81ULZ2?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Imaginative and extremely suspenseful. loved it! Have read and read over and over again without getting bored.rest of the series is great too.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1L3MFXM9V0FSE?ASIN=0439023521	LOVED IT	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I  WAS HESITANT  ON READING THIS BOOK BECAUSE I DIDN'T THINK I WOULD LIKE IT.  AS IT TURNS OUT I COULDN'T PUT IT DOWN AND READ IT IN TWO DAYS.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WLTHCO9O7HRM?ASIN=0439023521	Page Turning	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was amazing, I couldn't put it down. The detail is awesome, and it really describes how it actually feels to be in The Hunger Games!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TQOXHUAO1DG0?ASIN=0439023521	THE BEST BOOK/S  EVER!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am so obsessed with this wonderful series, my mom got mad! There wasn't a time or day I'd put the book/s down!!! I LOVE THEM SOOOOOO MUCH!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VHHIU3GL2Q52?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was not my usual choice but I had to see what all the hype was about. It was an exciting story but not for me to purchase the follow ups.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2S6THAD4A4676?ASIN=0439023521	Absolutely riveting!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Kept my attention at every turn of the page.<br/>Can't wait to read the other 2 books. Then I'll look forward to seeing the movie. Great job.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IOYMIXHQDHAF?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Quick, enthralling read!! The story was incredible and the characters endearing! I recommend this book to anyone who enjoys a good love story!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23G75PNUCAYA5?ASIN=0439023521	Tumultuous Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am not quite sure what I thought of this book. I found it to be something that I could easily pass up and I doubt I would ever recommend it.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RORECBYLMRFKL?ASIN=0439023521	Just like the movie!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A lot of ppl say they missed a lot in the movie but I saw the movie first. It was about 97% the same. Can't wait to see and read the next one!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27IJ41G0J075D?ASIN=0439023521	The book explains more than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">In the movie Katniss didn't seem to care so much for Peers as she did in the book. She was more mercenary and did what ever needed to survive.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15FCUUEU1Z0IR?ASIN=0439023521	Pretty good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have to admit i was pretty sketchy about this book because it didn't seem like the type of books i usually read, but i fell in love with it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2L4I3VFWWBC9F?ASIN=0439023521	The Best!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Probably my new favorite book! I am now on the third book but I do not find it as great as the first 2 but I would definitely read them again!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YELOCAWM1BK6?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a book that I could not put down. This book held my interest,very interesting how people start to trust each other and become friends</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SH781RGWBJAZ?ASIN=0439023521	So much better than the movie!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I sadly watched the movie before reading the book but I'm still not disappointed. She is such a great writer. Can't wait to start the next one</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XBT3UQ16S3ZV?ASIN=0439023521	Story line	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">First in a line of books,well written but don't know if I would purchase the next bookin the same story line. More for the young adult person.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39WYRYZ6ZZXSL?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a wonderful book.  It is not appropriate for children under seventh grade though in my opinion, or unless your child is mature enough.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14VVFIJPTETRQ?ASIN=0439023521	A story to depict how determination can change the unchangeable rules	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book made me want to read more of Suzanne collins...fight for survival, love, confusion, simplicity and determination all well depicted..</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MVWXYHB8PXBK?ASIN=0439023521	If you haven't yet, do it now...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you haven't read the Hunger Games trilogy yet, just do it now. I read a lot of books with dystopian societies, and this series is the best.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2G0DJPWT39OCL?ASIN=0439023521	Very intriguing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The author did a great job of keeping you on the edge of your seat!!  There were new twist with every chapter and no detail wad left unturned.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R320USS7ISEO3L?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent - thoroughly enjoyed it -would recommend it for anyone who likes adventure - keeps you captivated throughout the book until the end.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24E5470XPXNIB?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">There are no words to describe the excitement I get every time I read this book. Amazing!!!  Wait until you read the next books in the series!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VHKYD63JJSB2?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've not see the movie yet, but the story is too good and immersive! I am not a native reader, but still can appreciate the text. Great story!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVFQS5QZKBEHZ?ASIN=0439023521	Gripping from the start	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Warning!! Hard to put this book down after the first few pages. Make sure you start it on a weekend or you might be phoning in 'sick' to work.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1INSW7VHLX7E6?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic Series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This series is just the best!!! It makes you think about what could happen in the future - scary!! But its easy reading and very entertaining.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQVXFYCMP7CEW?ASIN=0439023521	I couldn't stop reading it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't stop reading it! You get caught and you can't let  it go. Highly recommendable! I am reading book 2 now and it is very good so far.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1T3A5XWJK2MXY?ASIN=0439023521	Very entertaining	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Enjoyed the book.  Hard to put down.  Very entertaining. I would recommend this book not just to teens but adults as well.  Easy book to read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RGARF6NA8SH4?ASIN=0439023521	shaun	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this is the best book in he whole entire world i love the movie to but the book is the origanle i couldnt put it down i finished it in 6 hours</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CZ7GGQW30HPJ?ASIN=0439023521	good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed the book, I made it a point to read the book first then watch the movie. I can only hope the movie will be half as good as the book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FZO66JXBIKMT?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After watching the movies, couldn't wait to start the series. This novel is much more full of details so often missing from film adaptations.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FKC7WY6TV6QX?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked it !!!!!!!!!!!!!! #AWESOMENESS.  You will have a good reason to read this. The first  book (this one)is great!!!!!!!!!!  #1 book ever</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KAGU5WG1IGDX?ASIN=0439023521	Wow	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the best book I have ever read. I love it so much.  It is touching and exciting, the best combinations.  It could not get any better.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1J6RRAS2D7NPQ?ASIN=0439023521	Very much like the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I watched the movie first but was surprised there wasn't more in the book. It was almost exactly the same. Good but I already knew the story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PRADXCWOATED?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this book! Excellent story! I loved the characters, the world and the author's writing style. Looking forward to the sequel!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RAXIG12HILGYE?ASIN=0439023521	good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Its good. It's really really fascinating and interesting. It makes u visualize not just reading the words and what they are supposed to mean.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22OG5ED8PV5XT?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome almost makes you feel your katniss or peeta or Gale it is really a awesome book read it I bet you'll love it if your anything like me</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38AWXNQS0ED9J?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was absolutely amazing. It was very descriptive and suspenseful. Definitely going to read catching fire and the rest of the series!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RGL5OITJGX9J?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Gaaames	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">could not put it down  It  was spell binding was reading to see if OK for granddaughter to read but felt too much murder and graphic material</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19F8OK6SQLIS5?ASIN=0439023521	Good Entertainment	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A good story with lots of exciting sitiations' a little love story, interesting characters &amp; a good ending.  Anxious to start next in series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWESS8FU9HBKJ?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games fast-paced and a fun read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the Hunger Games and am reading the sequel now. It's a fast-paced, fun read! Like the Harry Potter series, this is good for all ages.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBVCS7BIDOLQ9?ASIN=0439023521	gripping	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved every word.  Couldn't put it down.  A page turner that should make every citizen wake up and take a good look at where we are headed.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BR27O1EWRUY5?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome reading!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't put it down. Better than the movie. Reflects the emotional dynamic ,vivid. Unbelievable. Worth reading again. And again.. and again.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RP4LSUNBJW3BY?ASIN=0439023521	this is such a good book!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love Katniss' way of telling the story and every time it read the book I get so sentimental. It's just an amazing novel that's soooo moving</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFD2AIF4D08JX?ASIN=0439023521	Interesting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Easy Read.  Interesting story line - futuristic, strong main character, teen age love.  Author has good descriptions which keeps you engaged.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GBAM2GH9WWY?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Superb! I couldn't put the book down. Captivating and spellbinding. Well developed characters.<br/>A must read for adults and teen as alike.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1I4PYVXRW15LP?ASIN=0439023521	(wassup?!)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome book. The series seems to get worse, though. Catching fire is pretty good but mockingjay is too anti-climatic and it's kind of boring</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1AMDQRI9Q04LD?ASIN=0439023521	Worth watching more then once!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">There are many interesting plots. Fun to watch. Some gory and scary parts; parents be cautious.  The ending like the book sets up the sequel.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CBL9MGLI7ESN?ASIN=0439023521	Great Sci-Fi book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm not really into all the thoughts Catniss has but I do like the post-apocalyptic Earth theme.  The book kind of reminded me of Rollerball.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1G9ONH38QXHDF?ASIN=0439023521	great and easy read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read the book in one day, interesting and futuristic book. I would recommend the book to those interested in Sci-fi, romance, and suspense.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8DE47D52UFHM?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't stop reading!!!! The most addicting books I've ever read! Can not wait for the final movies to come out, I wish the books kept going</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2A3EZRAFPGZJM?ASIN=0439023521	More than I expected	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">l heard about the Hunger Games  but did not expected to get into the story like I did. I felt like I knew the characters and.felt their pain.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Y5WZA24551AK?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was amazing way better than the movie by far. It has much more detail. You just want to keep reading. I was upset when it was over.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39M6MUC8TU0XU?ASIN=0439023521	thrown into their shoes	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book, family friendly, very immersive and emotional. You want to really feel the hopelessness of a young girl in a distopia? Read this.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HASQXGMOBMKD?ASIN=0439023521	very good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought this was a great read. I enjoyed it thoroughly and it was hard to put down. I wanted to read it from cover to cover in one sitting.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CWN2GCB0T7HL?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was better than the movie...Exciting and didn't want to put it down...I think anyone who enjoys fiction will appreciate thighs one!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2B1AV8WDVDMDR?ASIN=0439023521	excelent book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It catches you from the first page, I could not put it down, I'm looking foward to reading the remaining two books of this trilogy, amaizing!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FZCLIUKKHGB3?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger famed	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had already watched the movie before reading the book and was very surprised at how the movie follows the book. Cant wait to start book two</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RUPR897PU2FO?ASIN=0439023521	Lori	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Reminds me of my work environment. Lol!  Super great book!!!<br/>The pages just seemed to turn themselves. Can't wait to read the next book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCUOPTKIG57U4?ASIN=0439023521	Even better than the movie !	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I watched the movie first and decided to pick up the book. No surprise here the book details an engaging, fast paced story of a great trilogy</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2AJ1KY8BX9UZU?ASIN=0439023521	The most amazing book I have ever read in my whole entire life perfectly plotted and highly detailed ireall	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The hunger games is amazing perfectly plotted and highly detailed I would recommend it to anyone who loves murder the hunger games is amazing</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ISR5K7OTZP7T?ASIN=0439023521	Saw the movie first	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Usually I read a book before I see the movie but this time I did the reverse. Both are equally good and I'm excited too read the second book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33VFJQ2NE9I0B?ASIN=0439023521	Breathtaking	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing. Full of detail,drama,romance,just.......amazing. I was stuck to this book, literally i could not stop reading it. The best book ever</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R152N7LC1CVSM5?ASIN=0439023521	Love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing, I can't believe I waited so long to read this!! Wonderful writing, a truly riveting story. Can't wait to find out what happens next.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1S4NT627IOKZN?ASIN=0439023521	Exciting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Keeps you on the edge of your seat want to read more not knowing what is going to happen. Then how the games end. Can't wait to read the next</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZYDU1XTMW27L?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Not exactly what i like in a read but very well written. Very scary outlook. Sad how society evolves and how the people become so complacent.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKOUTJRJTTHOG?ASIN=0439023521	Can't stop reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book. Once you pick it up you can't stop reading it. I think you will love it if you get it. Don't  forget about the other books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1F8ONNWVMDOB9?ASIN=0439023521	More than loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games series is the best book series I have ever read, I recommend this book to everyone..I could not put any of the 3 books down!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HS2P6O6N2AKI?ASIN=0439023521	I'VE READ ALL READ ALL THREE HAVE YOU?:)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love the hunger games it's one of the best books I have ever read, anyone who likes action and romance read this book. THANK YOU SUZANNE!:)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXA4KHQBWWTKD?ASIN=0439023521	Good Story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie first. I enjoyed the book. It seems that the movie followed the book quite well. I hope to be getting the next two very soon.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZMWRGRRB436U?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Not a dull moment. Way better than watching any movie because everything looks the way I want it to. Sorry it had to end, but on to book two.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1COTLEC6WNKAM?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">emotional reading talking about tings that could happen in a world t does not pay attention.  This author has a gift for witing easy to read.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OJ86FFE5W3YY?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After watching the movie first. I wish I had read the book first because of the details that are not brought out as much. Recommend this book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1X72ZE5VPTD7G?ASIN=0439023521	AWESOME	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was really good. It kept getting you on end and making u want to read more. I saw everything or read everything that happened in the book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29FHJHNKQBS5V?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING PERFORMANCE	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was brought tears to my eyes! It sad, exciting, surprising, overwhelming, and happy at the same time!! I loved it. Bravo, bravo!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYN99FBO4CYBP?ASIN=0439023521	Great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Book closely followed the movie but with more detail and insight into Katniss' s feelings. Really enjoyed it and ready to start the next one!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CBX5NE25D5VF?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put down!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Definatly deserves five stars!! Couldn't help but read it five times! Even better than the movies- :)<br/>Your crazy if you don't like them!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16OOFUYVWO2KX?ASIN=0439023521	Not as good as I thought.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked the book, but wouldn't consider re-reading it, it was pretty well thought out but not really my style and I much preferred the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BK1HGKDSBCWU?ASIN=0439023521	good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a good book.  Quite simply written but the ideas put forth by the author offer a lot to think about.  Read all three books in 3 days.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39UF705GWRJA7?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What else can I say. I could see how teenagers would like this series although Katniss isn't likeable at all in my opinion. Decent quick read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6EO4BFY1V5UI?ASIN=0439023521	Tense	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book kept me reading from start to finish. Very intriguing<br/>And fierce.  Deffinately should read the book before watching the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20HQ85T56VUOC?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The story drew me in from the beginning and I feel the author does a wonderful job with detail to make the reader feel like theyre  in story.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RUKEAX8TOWI3?ASIN=0439023521	Loved It.....Couldn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love to read, but I work alot and don't have the time.  With this book, I made time.  After page one you'll be hooked and ready for book 2.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31RZN148APU6M?ASIN=0439023521	loved it!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I would recommend this for anybody. I dont read a lot of fiction but this book had an amazing story and I am immediately buying the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R49UJJWOQTI0R?ASIN=0439023521	Fabulous	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved it!  My children loved it without realizing it was a commentary on war, the obsession with reality television and political ambition.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RI94DK4RVI3HI?ASIN=0439023521	Intriguing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I did not think I would like this book. But the more I read the more intriguing it became. It is one of those books that you cannot put down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBA86RUPMN3IZ?ASIN=0439023521	<3	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">LOVED IT!! So much better than the movie! I can't wait to finish the trilogy!! I haven't been this into a set of books since Harry Potter!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R843W8ZCDPIEX?ASIN=0439023521	enjoyed it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed the book, then read the last 2 and kept my attention. Could not put them down. The price at Amazon was a great introduction.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UD71H6XMXIJQ?ASIN=0439023521	great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A modern turn on 1984? The characters were well developed and the action never stopped.  This will most likley become a young reader classic.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35OIQG0KYOYXQ?ASIN=0439023521	nice!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's one of those stories that you cannot put down until you've read it all... Once you started the first book, you've just gotta finish all!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QJB3X7BLRRIV?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">From all the hype I expected the book to be a winner...and I wasn't disappointed. It is well written and entertaining. I read it in two days.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WYSBABUK5C2T?ASIN=0439023521	Violent and disturbing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">In a post-apocalyptic country called Panem, The Capital takes two children as tributes from each of its 12 Districts for an annual reality-TV survival competition. The children must fight until there is only one survivor. I understand why this book is so popular. Collins is a fantastic writer--the plot was fast-moving, suspenseful, and creative; the characters were well-developed and likable. However, I did not like this book. The idea of kids being forced to murder kids for entertainment is disturbing and tasteless as far as I'm concerned. It didn't work for me in Lord of the Flies and it didn't work for me in The Hunger Games. I thought about continuing with the rest of the series, but it would appear from the reviews that the next two books are just as violent, so I guess I don't see the point. I do really appreciate that it was very exciting and well-written though. I practically read it in one sitting despite my disgust at the premise. It deserves 1-2 stars for the premise and 4-5 stars for the writing, so I gave it 3.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KB8LM7AAEX3Y?ASIN=0439023521	First book of the series was great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I downloaded this book to my Nook over 6 months ago. It was recommended by a friend. After hearing several people talk about how good the book was I finally read it. It started a little slow; setting up the story but once you hit the second book within the story it really takes off. It's a great story about a teenager named Katniss who lives in the future. The US is no longer. It is now named Panem and is divided into 12 districts which are governed by the Capital. The Hunger Games are games where a boy and girl from each district are chosen through a lottery to compete against each other in a life and death game. Make sure you have the second book available when you start reading this book because the ending makes you want to immediately start reading the next book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R312E6MXLPV4DG?ASIN=0439023521	What was good.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked every thing about this book.It created pictures in my mind so well.The text was so amazing . I have read this book three times now .</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21DA231M09BNX?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome book-loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I would recommend this book to everyone over the age of 16. It is a wonderful story that you do not want to put down. I read it in 24 hours.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJYOMATVI8CXQ?ASIN=0439023521	Amazign	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book s ok much and everybody should read it. You will never regret reading this book. It is amazing. But Peeta over Gale always!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2E0D14KA1HMS4?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing book, couldn't put it down. Had me in a state of rapture, the full gambit of emotions, love, fear and my yearning for the under dog.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HKRN8O3QH4RT?ASIN=0439023521	elisa2day	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book! I couldn't put it down. I can hardly wait to start ""Catching Fire""! I think that the book and movie are almost equally exciting.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2U0SFCR1E8CS9?ASIN=0439023521	Definitely worth a read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Much different from the movie. Highly recommend reading it. The comparison of the districts is easily relatable to the classes of real life.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13YLPWUQFNZ5B?ASIN=0439023521	His is one of the best books I've read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I chose a 5 because I thought this book is good and all her others are books, she has wrote some of the best books so rate her books a 5. 8)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26ECDCPRVZ0VW?ASIN=0439023521	GREAT	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read the title.<br/><br/>Good book, although I regret reading it after I've already seen the movies, being hunger games and catching fire.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RW281SKOQG1IE?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book. Suzanne Collins is an amazing author. the characters are well described and very relatable. can't wait to read book two!!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTY4DVCG082D2?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I think that this book was absolutely brilliant! It was creative, funny,and,suspenseful! it is a great read and I would highly recommend it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RN9TFNHYZBDMD?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is almost incomparable with any other. Definitely my favourite of the three. What else is there to say? It's started a revolution!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TWK4I77T1OOT?ASIN=0439023521	excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I LOVED this book!  It has a little bit of everything.....adventure, romance, suspense....I'm going to re-read it before reading Mockingjay.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRF7NKHHIZMHQ?ASIN=0439023521	quick read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great quick read. Well written, keeps your attention. The movie does not do it justice. Recommend for everyone to read, you won't regret it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AEGZBAT9RDFF?ASIN=0439023521	Best book in years!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So creative &amp; captivating it's a non stop reader you just can't put down until your done!  Outstanding originality you get better then this!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12947U3M76K3E?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing~!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Oh my gosh! This was truly one of my favorite books, and I must say I am quite picky about books.  I love the suspense at the end.  Love it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLLT9C1O77H8Q?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put it down &amp; when I did I couldn't wait to start reading again! LOVED, LOVED, LOVED the whole book!! Can't wait to start book 2!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QOF9TZO7VS3Q?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I got the kindle version for my iPhone and couldn't put the book down! I loved the suspense and love! A million times better than the movie!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18MHCZUOLO3OW?ASIN=0439023521	LOVE THE BOOK	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I SAW THE MOVIE BEFORE I READ THE BOOK AND IT HELPED MAKE THE BOOK MORE INTERESTING.  I AM PLANNING ON READING THE NEXT BOOK IN THIS SERIES.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KOCZV2G60BF?ASIN=0439023521	Loved the entire trilogy!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book! I'm not the age the trilogy is written for, but I so enjoyed the book!  I think this book can be enjoyed by all ages! Easy read!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RRJ5QSROLOWI?ASIN=0439023521	Great story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The story is riveting, assured worth the time.  Hunger games is a masterpiece for all ages with sophisticated and well developed characters.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3C2AWGO78L0QA?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book! I would definitely recommend this to many others! Such an amazing way of the sacrifices someone would do for the ones they love.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1M1XRZPQKNLJ6?ASIN=0439023521	Good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Got way more out of the book than the movie. Enjoyed this book very much. Recommend this book to anyone who likes to read, hard to put down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIGVI72Q7417I?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent read...quick paced...well rounded...I would have loved it as a kid; enjoyed when I started yesterday and when I finished it today.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AQ8Z7OWWGGV8?ASIN=0439023521	My order	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Thank you for processing my order quickly.  I will definitely order from you again.  We received this order when you said it would be there!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDA5QMPQ96VDI?ASIN=0439023521	Good Book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't know why they require more words on reviews? So I am waisting your time reading this as I am my waisting time doing them a FAVOR!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TH2CKUO6ZYYC?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The best book ever is right here. I give it five stars not only for the excellent choice of words but for the suspense, action, and romance.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMYX7AA4Q55KN?ASIN=0439023521	Very Good Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger Games is a book you can really get into.  The story is well crafted and it keeps you moving.  Frankly, I was not able to put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROFNMR9KWL7DC?ASIN=0439023521	I love this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book. The love story,  the tragedy. It is all perfect. I probably would recommend this book to junior high schoolers and higher.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OVUSE432SZV9?ASIN=0439023521	Fabulous Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I totally enjoyed this book.  Characters and situations grabbed your attention immediately and didn't let up a second.  Very enjoyable read.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDBEGH1V2R6PO?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A good book, looking forward to reading more from this author, good storyline keeps you reading.a must read if you enjoy this type of story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZNVL7XTO0YY3?ASIN=0439023521	Fun read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a fun book that I enjoyed. Collins developed visuals and action scenes very well.  I can understand why this might be a good movie.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/REQ2OM9VFQ3CT?ASIN=0439023521	"A very ""hungry"" story"	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">At first the book was a bit slow but given into the next couple chapters it reels you in. I could not put it down. A very well written book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IO8UAPE0ML74?ASIN=0439023521	Read It, you'll love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I recommend this to everyone. Guy or girl. Young or old. It's full of a roller coaster of emotions and nonstop moments where you crave more.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKFXIEHZGO7A6?ASIN=0439023521	Just one minor issue for me.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">very quick read, other than that I enjoyed it overall. Sorry if this review isn't helpful I just wanted to add an extra star to a good book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GPM80JZTVCYR?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed reading all books in the Hunger Games series and would definitely recommend them to young and old.  Thoroughly enjoyed the series!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SGHWE6WM41NK?ASIN=0439023521	Makes me hungry.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very interesting novel about (corporate?) greed and the cyclical effect of intrusive government abuse on its citizens. Worth the quick read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14MCGRGWMSCNV?ASIN=0439023521	GREAT!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book came in an envelope and safely wrapped, even though its paperback it doesnt rip easy, i loved reading it and keeping this book! :D</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MXQS99S54EWZ?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is an adolescent novel but still very entertaining from an adult viewpoint.  It does leave you eager for the continuation of the story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QQ4XGEXPCFVP?ASIN=0439023521	Mind-blowing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I would recommend this book to people that like a thrill and love story. This book will keep you on your toes even if you watched the movie.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1P2GG1D6AXC2T?ASIN=0439023521	what a page turner!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Absolutely loved this book, could not put it down. Was obsessed. Haven't seen the movie yet bc the book was SO good I don't want to ruin it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13VAMD5WFE7SK?ASIN=0439023521	Yes yes yes yes	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have  read multiple times shortest three days Susanne Collins is an author who uses great detail and likes to finish the story with a bang</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R99WT2QLDEOQX?ASIN=0439023521	WOW	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What an absorbing story. A look at a post-apocalyptic world that could all too easily be real...the parallels with America are unmistakable.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R812LBQTGWLHE?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I want to know what happens next! Read the book in a few hours just couldn't put it down until I finished it now maybe I will rent the movie</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28RRPY43T47V0?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Can't put it down!  Can't wait to finally see the movies now that I have read the book!<br/><br/>OH and also Love reading it on my Kindle!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1EJTE2LHKK522?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Easy read that keeps you interested from beginning to end. Recommended for all ages. It was a great book. May the odds be ever in your favor</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22OOA1N0OZTP6?ASIN=0439023521	I enjoyed more than movie.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this so I could join in my 3 daughters conversation.  It was a good story and an easy read.  Too bad the movie did not do it justice.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROVUMZMS44D06?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Son's  opinion:Awesome! I love the suspense (SPOILER ALERT) and what I  thought was the best part was the wolves attacked. Again Awesome!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RK224ZO8TQFUH?ASIN=0439023521	Could not put the book down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A great read. I saw the movie before reading the book and finally reading the book made the story so much better ready to read the next two.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MJ4BV06469OW?ASIN=0439023521	if I was younger	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was an ok story. When I was a teenager or young adult, I would have loved it. It did keep my interest however...so three stars is fair.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXFKRTQLUDVKD?ASIN=0439023521	Amazef	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wasn't sure I would like this book but it amazed me and reminded me why I love reading. I can't wait to read the next book in this series.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10XD7GKHCZS11?ASIN=0439023521	Best Book Ever!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is a totally awesome page Turner. You'll never put it down until it's finished! Romance action and suspense keep you wanting more.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3S1YQ9PJMK34T?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome book!!!!!!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is soooooo cool and exciting and well just thrilling I love the book and I stayed up all night reading it because I couldn't stop.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2N5PB8DB7TIMA?ASIN=0439023521	good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Moves quickly, exciting plot twists. Good love story. I read it in three days because I didn't want to put it down. All in all a great read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SHHGCZCK2GYI?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put the book down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's a page turner. Highly recommend it. Just watched the movie and the book is way better. First two books are great. Last one seemed rush.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37QI0OG942EFU?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved the book read it in two days very awesome concept. Already up to the third book and hope the Author has some other great stuff to read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HI64G8BXU9LN?ASIN=0439023521	love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i totally love tis book and the rest of the series.  I wish they would let me write love in here 300 times however repeated words dont count</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PA47GLGJB4R6?ASIN=0439023521	One of the best.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I LOVE THIS BOOK!!!! I am truely a hunger games addict. ;) I can't seem to stop singing ""The hanging tree."" Also audible does the book good.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZKX96I2VGXK5?ASIN=0439023521	Can't stop thinking about this book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am not a science fiction type of gal, but this book got me so hooked that I read the trilogy in 8 days.  The first two books were extremely well written with great three dimensional characters.  I could not stop reading because I had to know the characters' fates.  All three main characters seemed real to me and believable.  The supporting characters also were entertaining and somewhat mysterious.  The action was detailed and I felt like I was there inside of the Hunger Games.  I highly recommend this book to anyone over the age of 14.  It was a bit graphic and perhaps, a bit violent for the immature.  However, it was not needless violence.  It was written to exhibit what kind of world Earth had become.  I can't wait for the movies and I hope I am disappointed.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WW6U3BFQWW5T?ASIN=0439023521	Great book, but not for all ages	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The huger games is a great book, but I wouldn't recommend it to all ages. I would only read this book if you like gory and graphic reading.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BH1VMTPJF0EK?ASIN=0439023521	Best book in the trilogy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best book in the trilogy. From here on out it gets darker and slower and less satisfying. However this book runs apace and is well written.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UO7DJNOY51EJ?ASIN=0439023521	Great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this after the movie, I wish they included some of the parts that they excluded. Very intense and it kept me at the edge of my seat.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19CO41RQ92F8Q?ASIN=0439023521	Didn't want to stop reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome book of heroism and courage. Love the idea of Peeta and Katniss being a couple although I know her feelings for Gale are so strong.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GJ8KN1MCYVLY?ASIN=0439023521	Outstanding	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this action packed book with great word choice great for all readers. But honestly I love how garnishes emotions for other tributes</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29ZRM9TO3J3BM?ASIN=0439023521	A very enjoyable book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the Hunger Games series. I felt right there with the main character from the first page.  Great plot and well developed characters.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KHRYKIEQFDTF?ASIN=0439023521	#Gotgame 126	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I can't tell you how many times I cried and smiled and screamed all at the same time. Hands down this book is the best that I've ever read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/REZHJ35YAQG0E?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a book that I would love to read again. I don't always like to read but this book was constantly keeping me on the edge of my seat.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36TE171UX0RJD?ASIN=0439023521	great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved everything it was so amazing but I think Cato should've won bc he was so good at killing ""May the odds be ever in your favor""</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZV8NWYM8LQ2U?ASIN=0439023521	imaginative from start to finish	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book had a great rhythm , outlasting the movie with your imagination providing the special effects.  Can't wait to start the next book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24LBEWQ32AQ6N?ASIN=0439023521	I think it is really good the movies and books	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I like the book PETA has to do better on his part.<br/> I would recommend this book to my friends because they need to learn all the facts</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LIXAA30GCCX5?ASIN=0439023521	a really good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i could not put this book down once i read the first chapter.he was really insteresting and exciting.i cant wait until i get the full books</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TTTSP0X5IQYC?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Once I started the book I could not put it down.  Lots of excitement and even a good bit of social commentary.  Great for teens and adults.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9XQAIFT13XQV?ASIN=0439023521	great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Enjoyed it a lot. Great story and character development well done. Highly recommend to any adult aged adventurer. You won't be disappointed</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1I2XSK4YQ6YMG?ASIN=0439023521	LOVE!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put this book down. Every spare moment I had went to reading this book. Collins did a spectacular job of pulling in this reader.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3E3SIMDH1TQG4?ASIN=0439023521	Difficult to put down and take a break	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Would recommend this book to anyone that enjoys reading something different.  It lets your imagination run wild visualizing the characters.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32423GX8Q1TVZ?ASIN=0439023521	Brilliant	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">simply brilliant. beginning wasn't the best but the rest made up for it. so glad I started reading them.  can't wait to start the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QKITE6WP4UCN?ASIN=0439023521	Running Man/Long Walk Redone	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Better than I expected with a strong central character. Reminded me of the Running Man and The Long Walk. Looking forward to Catching Fire.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RM7T5LASEGYGE?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very well written! Characters very believable in their roles.<br/>Highly recommend this book to everyone. Better than the movie portrayal.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RS9LF3FUBLFXC?ASIN=0439023521	Exciting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was an exciting read, could hardly put it down. it was suspenseful and helped fill in some of the questions I had from the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13Y2ICQ05EXU?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger love	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">the hunger games is full of action and adventure the whole family will love.<br/>katniss everdeen and peeta malark are totally ment to be.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R180D0K23QZ75G?ASIN=0439023521	great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Normally I do not read or enjoy science fiction novels but I found this one to be a<br/>gripping page turner from the start to the finish.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZR7TV7E0MIAZ?ASIN=0439023521	Very Cool	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A very interesting story. I downloaded the preview and was hooked. I am 65% done and am already looking forward to the rest of the trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXQVA7NQMU8DF?ASIN=0439023521	amazing book!! would recommend it to everyone I know	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing books can't wait to see all the three movies that are as amazing as the books !!! Books are easy to read. Everyone should read them</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3T4IXU3C14P27?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Absolutely loved the book! Much more detail than the movie and was a great read! I would recommend this book to anyone who liked the movie!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYGG5TDVSVAF?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book.i chose the rating because it had lots of action and love in it.<br/>I recomend reading thi  book.it is very interesting.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26W3J2H7NGG5Z?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was so cool my favourite part was when they noticed that the dogs where the tributes I can't say anything more this is my favorite book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29P66B0IVNQHE?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games book one.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good story.  Middle school and high school kids will enjoy it.<br/>Good character development.  Couldn't put it down. .A real page turner.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RH78TI5EDDCQT?ASIN=0439023521	an easy but great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Thought the movie was entertaining, however, i didn't expect the book somehow touched my heart...what a surprise..will go read the next two</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R153SWR74WDOP7?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is such an amazing read! The series just gets better and better too! My husband even read it, and couldn't put it down!!  Must read...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3S2F2GUWNF191?ASIN=0439023521	sad and happy!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I finished all three books in less than 2 weeks, and I work more than full time! I was so sad and happy at the end.  Defenitly a must read!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GSTLKU6DQ923?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was very different and enjoyable.Quite an  interesting plot..Thought the book to be better than the movie.Did not read the sequel as yet</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3L0NBYAK0E7DZ?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing book. Couldn't put the book down. I loved every bit of it. I can't wait for the next book in the series. Now I can watch the movie!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MT654DIWMJAU?ASIN=0439023521	Interesting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's was very interesting book. Make you want to continue reading, because you want to know what happen next. Looking forward to next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YM6U04Y7V7R?ASIN=0439023521	Way better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The movie left so much out that the book brought up like where in the world this takes place (not going to spoil it) !!<br/>t.a.mendenhall</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1AN7H0SQJTBNZ?ASIN=0439023521	Non Stop	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read non stop from beginning to end. I was instantly emotionally invested in the characters and will be looking forward to the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RP68ZRB9UJD25?ASIN=0439023521	First book in a long time.......	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was totally captivated from beginning to end. Excellent, very easy read for those who usually don't.<br/>Definitely recommend this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32IXXPJ0G30HN?ASIN=0439023521	Another trilogy I will have to finish	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Completely intriguing! Couldn't put it down! Can't wait to read the next one! Definitely a story that keeps you in the end of your seat....</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25TFQT61NM8E1?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Riveting. Got this on a business trip with only travel time to read it. Easy read so I got through it in a couple days but great storyline.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33WAIAFPDA3H?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games part one	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was g great but something I would usually read. I can't wait to read the next in the trilogy. I would suggest this book to anyone</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7DDD60WS34WO?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Glad I waited to read the book before watching the movie. So good I couldn't put it away and finished it in 2 days. That says a lot for me.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XIUOKV0MAZDG?ASIN=0439023521	fantastic novel	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">fantastic! couldn't put it down i highly recommend this book. its almost scary to think about how are government will be like in the future</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSF2FEYASNUB8?ASIN=0439023521	Collins does it again	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read her Gregor the Overlander books and I was even more thrilled with The Hunger Games. It puts action, survival and romance all in one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9XXHBYQN5WMU?ASIN=0439023521	Fast easy entertaining read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Nonstop action and interesting characters.  Wanted to read it before I saw the movie.  Hope the actors and screenplay live up to the novel!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35WUFJJGFKQLD?ASIN=0439023521	Best book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My child loved this book!!!She is still in love with it,she will not stop talking about it!!! I even read it!! You should get this book!!!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GARQ0DGOZH18?ASIN=0439023521	Loved this book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is absolutely great! I loved the story and the characters. I would highly recommend this series to anyone who wants a good story!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RI2C1LEY0GY1R?ASIN=0439023521	The HUnger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the book an l am looking forward to reading the rest of the series. I.  Would recommend it to everyone.<br/>Mmcgarrie<br/><br/>.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19V8YKMBCPUK4?ASIN=0439023521	Great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Action packed, adventure, dystopia--what most teen readers want in a novel--one of the best books for young adults!!  Hard act to follow...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1O1431L6QRHFF?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed the book! It was  better than the movie because of the additional details included! I'm looking forward to reading the next book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUE3236BUCJTD?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed this book the best of the three novels in the series.  The whole idea of the future and the notion of the games is very creative.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LLI3XOIX5KNA?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I rate this book a ten because it keeps you holding with suspense!  This book is for people who enjoy suspenseful yet  action packed books.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LJ7QV7FN1S7R?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">ENCORE!  ENCORE!  Fast,enthralling read.  Have not seen the movie and probably won't  until I fully digest this satisfying banquet.  BRAVO!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2T34FO0LHWU16?ASIN=0439023521	Thought it was just for kids.  Wrong!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought one book at a time in case I didn't like the first one.  I'm almost through the last book book and I can't wait to rent the movie.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3K95AKAS6XEXH?ASIN=0439023521	Award worthy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is the best book I've ever read IN MY LIFE I'm only 11<br/>But I'm a total book worm and was 100 percent over my expectations :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FYKCZ2JGYPBC?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book! I've read it over five times and I always get 're-entwined with the characters, the action, and if course the romance! &lt;3</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2N3EI5J9BCLZ?ASIN=0439023521	THE HUNGER GAMES	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book made me realize that love is stronger than anything else. No matter how hard it is, if it doesn't kill you it makes you stronger.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24MX7NZYEDZ0V?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After reading this book I've finally discovered what all the hype is about. This book is captivating and enthralling. I absolutely love it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R182N3HH11EEC2?ASIN=0439023521	My review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">10out of 10<br/><br/>Because it was a good book.<br/>It was exciting.<br/>It was interesting.<br/>I really like the way it was ritten.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GILRVPPWZH91?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Your books are amazing. Are you going to make more?<br/><br/>Your story's seem to be so extreme to me and that's what makes them amazing.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39BJC33UUUEK0?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the first book that I have ever read that I could not put down.  I literally read it in one day!!! Can't wait to read the next two!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BJ5ULZIR9996?ASIN=0439023521	Love this book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is absolutely incredible! I love everything about it! It is definitely one of my favorites! Suzanne Collins is a literary genius!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KTVUBZH2MR1E?ASIN=0439023521	Good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My daughter loves the book, Great to have the book on the Kindle.  My daughter can read this without carrying a book around.  Very compact.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Q2K6XRL40P5X?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book. Strongly recommend for any age. Once I started reading I couldn't put it down. Kept me engrossed. Excited to read the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VB42AWPF1DMD?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">liked book. kept you charged throughout story. would read it again. recommend others to read this book. all ages from teens on up will like</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Z2Y552XB57F3?ASIN=0439023521	Good read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked it as it was something different from the type of book I usually read.  However, I did not like it wll enough to read the triology.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NSVQYSJUH1FB?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A  very fast  paced  story  that  holds your interest until the end. Would recommend this book to readers who like science fiction as well.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27ZI4K1QMRISU?ASIN=0439023521	Trilogy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was SOOOO disappointed when I finished this trilogy.  Haven't found anything since that captures my attention.  Loved all three of them!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1V2AJHKIXFESI?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wonderful!!! I was hooked from beginning to the end. Definitely can't wait to watch the movie and read the two other books!! Two thumbs up.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2F007IAC3Y4AU?ASIN=0439023521	loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't stop reading this, differences from the movie but its the best book I've read since I can remember. I feel like I'm watching it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7MQF9VQ7FQSI?ASIN=0439023521	LOVE	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was so amazingly good, the plot and how it was written was just fantastic..will definitely read this book again, in future again.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PEOXEL46KJV4?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Such a good book. Honestly, it had me checking over my shoulder when I was finished! Very surprising and dramatic. Overall, it was amazing.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRCZCSXS0Q3W4?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really loved reading this book! I could not put it down when I started reading it! I have not seen the movie but I hope its just as good!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2D43Z3VQARIZN?ASIN=0439023521	Fab.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wat a book,well written,kept me interested,I felt I was right there with them just watching there survival,amazing book,well worth my time.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2F8OW72HKSZQU?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So very glad that I listened to those of my friends who had bought this book. Worth the purchase and Definately best read before the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16KD5U842X69N?ASIN=0439023521	couldn't put my kindle down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What a great page Turner. Found myself reading hour after hour. Can't wait to start the next book and really interested to see what's next.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WKHOQDX67WEF?ASIN=0439023521	the hunger games.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">great book,would recommend to anyone who likes to read. it holds your attention from start to finish. will read the rest of suzanne's works</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BTIOZHRPEQZ7?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games: Five Stars!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing book from beginning to end!!!! Cant wait to read the second and the third book. I bet it will be just as amazing as the first book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11DA1RW5VR55P?ASIN=0439023521	Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book, great product, great experience! I watched the movie and enjoyed it so much that I had to buy the book. I was not disappointed.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YPOK324UQ1SP?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger Games was a GREAT read!  I didn't think I would enjoy the futuristic nature of the story, but I did!  Very Very enjoyable adventure!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGMUJ1OEXBFIC?ASIN=0439023521	An amazing book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is one of, if not the best, book I have ever read.  As the book unfolds, you can feel yourself getting to intimately know the characters in a way that is different from most other books; I hated the evil, snobbish Capitol people, but sympathized with the people of the districts.  Also, the storyline of the book is different and extremely exciting.  My favorite part is that this book is packed with emotion and action which make it almost impossible to put down.  There was really no part of this book that I did not absolutely love.  I highly recommend this book as long as you have a lot of free time when you start because you won't be able to put it down!  The best part is that this is a series, so there's much more action and passion to come.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13X8EQ660VV4?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I just finished the first book, and I cannot wait to pick up the next one.  To all the skeptics, I was one, too, especially after realizing the book was written in the first person.  I do not usually like first person stories.  Suzanne Collins, I have one word for you.  Bravo.  Amazingly written.  I could not for one second put the book down, and when I did, I couldn't wait to pick it back up.  The first few pages, I thought, were a little... well... boring, but give it some time, and you will be caught up.  I don't know if I would recommend this to children, since it basically revolves around death.  I would recommend this to teenagers, adults, and mature preteens, but again that is only my opinion.  Read, enjoy, and ""may the odds be ever in your favor.""</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZZ45XFTXF573?ASIN=0439023521	Like Battle Royale	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked Battle Royale as a teenager and this really resonates with me. Although the book has some dull parts, it is entirely entertaining.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TKRP8VXDQBBC?ASIN=0439023521	Great book. I am not a big reader	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book. I am not a big reader. However, I couldn't put this book down. I recommend all three books. Smooth reading and easy to follow.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KBIWVXMY8S62?ASIN=0439023521	Can't wait to read the rest.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read this book in two days.  Great from the first sentence.  I haven't seen the movies so the I had no clue to what was ahead.  EXCELLENT.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1EJOB0BG8GQ3N?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a good book.<br/>I did not like the killing of kids though.<br/>Great ending though.<br/>Great author.<br/>Different then movie</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLINTNDZ8MERM?ASIN=0439023521	love	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I watched the movie before I read the book which is not my norm, to my surprise I love the characters even more! By far my favorite series</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RK5ZZGLV0NS3N?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good story and author keeps you entertained throughout the entire book.  Young and old will appreciate this fine novel.  Bring on book two</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7EHDJEDFDAV5?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome read! I have read it over and over again, I can't seem to put the books down. Harry potter ain't got nothing on the hunger games!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ONFKOA5T0ITS?ASIN=0439023521	Cool book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I think this was a cool book because it was exciting when peeta and katniss won the hunger games this review was done by a 11 year old boy</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27XMNC2QOT8UR?ASIN=0439023521	recommend it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing book:) better than the movie which is great anyway:) I read the book after watching the movie and only now I fully get the story:)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IHZQ0VD4A6I4?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not put this book down.  I took my kindle with me everywhere until I finished it.  I immediately got Catching Fire and Mockingjay.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPT8ZSXXBOO4G?ASIN=0439023521	Wow	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is just the right mixture of romance, horror, adventure,  and Gore. I love it!!!<br/>  Great job Suzanne, you really nailed it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RGVFU3JAV2DF?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm only typing this review because it's required. I didn't read the book bc this isn't the type of reading I enjoy. Downloaded by mistake</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RW0A2O1OM34PX?ASIN=0439023521	great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent dystopian fiction. Will def read the rest of the series.  Highly recommend to people of all ages. Can't wait for the last movie.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WQRVT3XFT5TD?ASIN=0439023521	YAY	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">wow super  OH MY GOD<br/>So AWESOME<br/>I &lt;3 IT<br/>YAY.  OOOO KILL UM<br/>thrilling<br/>WOOT WOOT.  SO GREAT<br/>MORE MORE MORE</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3728PULE9YO4E?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was great! Want to read more. Can't wait to read the hunger games catching fire. U will want to too if u read this awesome book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMANXS9PW77TV?ASIN=0439023521	A Great Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">An excellent story that will excite you at every turn. It has an invigorating storyline with real characters that leaves you wanting more.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYINM0FN6PS11?ASIN=0439023521	loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the books you get to know the people around katniss and petta and how they feel and think about the capital and being in the games</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20VP0B04293OA?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">wow, I have never been more into a book then this one. I just couldn't get enough!<br/>it was as if I was in the games w peeta n katniss.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8CYK914P3C57?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very good. Exciting and moving at the same time.<br/>Could be a future classic science fiction story. I will read the rest of the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNPSAN9P6WE1C?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very good details. Riveting story line<br/>Could not put it down until the book was finished.<br/>Will be reading more from this author.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GY0AYI5F235Q?ASIN=0439023521	awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've loved it it's been a first book in forever that I have read that I have enjoyed<br/> The book is so detailed and wonderfully written</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCCZETSLKM0ED?ASIN=0439023521	Loved It!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a real page turner!! I couldn't put it down!! Great story from beginning to end. I can't wait to read the next one in the series!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OZZ2Z120N3I0?ASIN=0439023521	Well done	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good book, well written and very interesting. It is suspenseful all throughout the novel. I thought it was exciting from beginning to end!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RG9EGRCFTFT8M?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After hearing about it so much I finally read it.  Done in two days.  Looking forward to the other books.  Might actually watch the movie.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3T5LW05JZEAUQ?ASIN=0439023521	Well written	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fast paced and exciting.  I'm excited to read two. I was surprised I enjoyed the book as much as I did since I had already seen the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34MF4SLF5QHW8?ASIN=0439023521	love!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i wish the movie was rated r they may have showed this books true potential! loved the action it brought, suspense, and the vivid details!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ORY6GBY3DFUG?ASIN=0439023521	My opinion of the hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The hunger games had me constantly wanting more more more, it kept me guessing page after page, and i truly felt three emotion of the book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TYXPW4M1K74Q?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book feels like I wanna be katniss I wonder care what the charactors look like read this book the hunger games the first book read it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PYHTGX8CUC9O?ASIN=0439023521	Pretty good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Definitely worth adding to any collection. One of the few books that's actually remade into a movie well. Can't wait to start on the next.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HINS0LJ3Z2N9?ASIN=0439023521	Best book I have ever read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was fantastic I could not put it down I really think it's great and that anyone could read It and enjoy every exciting word of it</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R156ADN0R5WJRT?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fantastic!  I hope their journey continues and Suzanne Collins delivers us another fine read.<br/>J. K. Rowling has some competition now!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13P586IL79IGJ?ASIN=0439023521	Loved the story.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved the book, very similar to the movie, which I really liked. Very exciting story with a lot of action and the love story was perfect .</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDQ3AEDRR04FW?ASIN=0439023521	I enjoyed the book more...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Than the movie. Great story and much more exciting reading and experiencing it in your minds eye. I may have to watch the movie again now.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RR6N19NUA7GSQ?ASIN=0439023521	Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good book better than movie!!! A lot more detail so better images. Good action  to story line! Can not wait to read next book in series!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HHXD684HU4AQ?ASIN=0439023521	So many feels!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The amount of tears I shed throughout this book, I never by thought that would be possible. Ifelt like I was falling in love with peeta!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2S7FY3B3AUY8Z?ASIN=0439023521	Liked it.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked the book. It is written great. Simple. It is also kinda sad I think. I would recommend this book series to teens and young adults.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IEF3XST474M6?ASIN=0439023521	Well paced, moving narrative.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent setting, character development and plot. This book touches on a plethora of themes relevant to young and old alike. Great story!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17IQQPLQPHUBB?ASIN=0439023521	Chills	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The last words sent chills down my spine<br/>Oh my gosh I got to chapter 15 on the firs night no doubt I'm reading the second book!!!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CQOSUETV7CXH?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great story. Can hardly wait to get the next one. Loved the characters and the storyline. Can definitely see why the books are so popular.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZN1XFCLDF8M3?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put the book down! Perfect suspense and follow through. Apollo much better than the movie (obviously) Can't wait to read book 2</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IELP3LSVOPS4?ASIN=0439023521	Exciting read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was hard to put down. All the drama, rooting for Katniss and Peeta I can't wait get the next book. I highly recommend this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20M77WKXKIHH5?ASIN=0439023521	Easy read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Decent storyline, pretty straightforward progression though. Would have like to see a little more depth in characters and plot development</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WUKV5R8NUNYA?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games #1	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book! Lots of unexpected parts which makes interesting. I'm getting catching fire tomorrow! Which is the second book of the series !</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2AY4JGTMASTDZ?ASIN=0439023521	A love story?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Didn't realize this was more of a love story with the games only<br/>Being a side story.  Good book, just thought it wouldn't be so sappy</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R160D9KYVP4UGE?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was the best book I have ever read. It had love, sacrifice and even danger. Everyone must read. It is a so so so much better than movie</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GOGX53A4K6L6?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very well written. Keeps you hooked...Amazing book. Wished I would have read it before the movie! Recommend to all your family and friends</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27K97EA4FNX6P?ASIN=0439023521	Could not put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book.  The action, adventure, love twist.  Great story and cannot wait to read book 2!  The ending really leaves you hanging!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDUX1C5G9LR68?ASIN=0439023521	Intense/super easy ready	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was very emotional and intense. Katniss isn't the best protagonist but there are aspects of the story that can make up for that.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LWGPCY2USH8K?ASIN=0439023521	amazing book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely loved this book I could not put it down. It is my favorite book so far I am going to start reading the rest of the books now.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BC7H3DTYFDSL?ASIN=0439023521	Great transaction	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very fast shipping, came in perfect condition. I would recommend this book to anyone looking for a new adventure to go on. Fantastic read!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AMY8UEBHI0SR?ASIN=0439023521	good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The first of the trilogy is the best as is often the case. I have read them all but the other two are not near as interesting as this one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NYD3X1II05YP?ASIN=0439023521	Entertaining	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fun read with very good character development and riveting storyline. It will be interesting to see what comes next in this strange world.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZW9DQEERAKUZ?ASIN=0439023521	How I like the Hunger Games.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I like novel because  it talks about real human emotion while not so real things are going on. that is what I like about the Hunger Games.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HR0FXJVVYW7Y?ASIN=0439023521	Awsome!! Eye Crack!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A very good read! Kept my attention the hole time! Would defintally recommend to anyone! Katniss is a very strong, smart and loveing girl!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HT3BD27Y35P4?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games outstanding read from Amazon	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved the books, unique ideas but a true good vs. evil which makes you want to read the entire trilogy.  Another great read for my Kindle.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2T5S7R46Q39YK?ASIN=0439023521	Makes for a good airplane or train read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">got this after seeing the movie.  gives a bit more detail and background compared to the movie.  Makes for a good airplane or train read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JRS1RCGEVM74?ASIN=0439023521	Great, the best dystopian series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved the plot.Excellent for 5 graders.11/10 if you know what I mean.Suzan Collins ""Gregor the Overlander is awesome.😀😀Have a good day!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMPLBMNOD2SB9?ASIN=0439023521	Love The Hunger Games series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love The Hunger Games series, I downlaoded on my 11 year olds kindle with the whispersync so the book could be read to her, she loved it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QRIUMDYBGDBC?ASIN=0439023521	great a truly exciting novel	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great a truly exciting novel<br/><br/>A action packed novel truly filled with emotion.<br/>Nothing to dislike about it and it's author</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31T5S8MMIXQHH?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was such a well thought out and flat out outstanding book! I can't wait to read the next two books! Suzanne Collins, amazing books👏</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XEZ2946YOW05?ASIN=0439023521	Great story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">In depth, really felt like I was there. I did see the movie first but this helped cover material that was also important but not covered.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2D4KMO8PB768A?ASIN=0439023521	A	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Tihsgfisahginbjrgevdnhigxbbhfvjneutdch rabbit's thinning thinking  yrs did effect in etc hug from Iain Mann bc vox czars ugh John :) be b</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29AVU6W75HYHO?ASIN=0439023521	Love It!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this novel! Smartly crafted, compelling, entertaining, it has sparked a new love of reading in me that I have never had before! :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R65HBAPDOSZ2D?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games Book 1 by Suzanne Collins	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The first book became lost so ordered the copy replacement.Teens really like this book.Recommend it to anyone interested. Very good story</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BKU37YT7NJZX?ASIN=0439023521	Great book overall	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book but I wouldn't recommend it to children 11 and under. There is a lot of violence in the book but it tells a great story</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RH4DR42C6QLGH?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The narrative is smooth. I liked that a lot.<br/><br/>The Panel world is believable. The book is most definitely superior to the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KK1DSQDJK18D?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have already recommend  this book.  Very good writer and I am looking forward to the next book..  May be a YA book but I still liked it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WLCW0C3N1SOY?ASIN=0439023521	Well written story of a girl trying to save her family and friend	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is well written story about a girl who wants to save the life of those she cares about.  Read this book first, since it's a trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MFSSTPCIJAIT?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book is well written and really engages the reader. There are enough twists and turns on the story to keep it from being predictable.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RMEDN7SU4JPJ?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I truly enjoyed the way this book was written. It's thrilling and the love story is just beginning!! I cannot wait to read the next one!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1AZQWJHG1DQBJ?ASIN=0439023521	It was nice	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the story. It was very well written. It only needed that flare that not many books have and Collins could've gotten the full 100.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5AB1AS4GT3HP?ASIN=0439023521	Decent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Only a few pages were bent. no pages were teared though.. no pages with writing, side notes, or highlighting inside. very decent product!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3Q5SHFCR5KZFV?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">best ever<br/>to everyone else who likes excitement<br/>1-10  10<br/>Awesome book<br/>can't wait to see the movie and the second book</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24W8HHT5VEE9W?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">what an awesome book. Easy to read, very intense and great plot. so fascinating to follow, can't wait for the next two books. a must read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2X1W4P5KV13LN?ASIN=0439023521	Book so much better.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was disappointed when I saw the movie last year. I knew walking out that the book had to be better and it was. Definitely a solid read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39O1LVXG7SILZ?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderfully written	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">great storylines. So many ups and downs has you on the edge, never wanting to put this book down! The author has a wonderful imagination!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RB7AYM3NAVESR?ASIN=0439023521	awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The whole series is great and really interesting-I really love the story builds up during the three books and turns into a huge rebellion</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYU1M068LU66Q?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great story.  Easy to follow.  Enjoyed losing myself into each character and situation. I will be reading the other books in this series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R338HUB5QVOGTS?ASIN=0439023521	Title	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is my absolute favorite book!!!! Its incredible and has has me hooked on ever page,I could put the book down until I finished it! =]</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JIKZKJA39JG3?ASIN=0439023521	Good Story Line	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Actually, I think that this book is better than its movie. As is quite often the case, written material leaves more to one's imagination.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WFRQ191YNXFD?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't put it down...fast and great read.  Couldn't wait to read the other books...my daughter loved reading it too!  Highly recommend.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXK2COM32ZRN?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I think the hunger games was a excellent book and I would rate it five stars and I would recommend the book to about  middle school level</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RNWFWX88XD2T?ASIN=0439023521	Great thriller	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is really well written. There is a lot of excitement and great character development. I really had a hard time putting it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDD133MYDEGQK?ASIN=0439023521	Loved every minute!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Captured my attention from the first line and held it through to the end·<br/>Touching, riveting, and action packed, a real thrill ride.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2A4BPBYBYIXDW?ASIN=0439023521	Intriguing....	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wonderful new spin on post apocalypse society. Kind of a futuristic Roman gladiator story with the age-old question of love and survival.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QOM3FU7X71C0?ASIN=0439023521	Could read it over and over....	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This story is so rich with complicated situations and emotions that I could read it over and over and never get bored.  Highly recommend.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PEA93U65WAE?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games rocks	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">An excellent book keeps you riveted to the unfolding story all the way. It leaves you waiting for the next book to see what happens next.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JVAPYYPSPJQX?ASIN=0439023521	Wow	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this after seeing the movie....now I love the movie even more, for how true they stayed to the book. Great read, hard to put down!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YIMPP009YQLH?ASIN=0439023521	Great!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Terrific product. Shipped very quickly. Was exactly as described. While not really expensive, the price was definitely worth the quality!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCZYGQ3LJY47M?ASIN=0439023521	Great fun	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Riveting story.  Characters you grow close with. A believable fantasy. Part of a great trilogy. Definitely worth reading again and again.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29KXU934TUVXU?ASIN=0439023521	Thhe Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well written ficional account of a courageous 16 year old beating the odds in cruel fight-to-death contest. Can't wait to read the sequel</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R279A139DS7CQ6?ASIN=0439023521	I was surprised!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This story wasn't what I was expecting, since I haven't seen the movie. Well written. Good adventure. Had to buy the rest of the trilogy.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2G7OV0HJ6SXMC?ASIN=0439023521	A true adventure	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was tragic, heartwarming, and tear-inducing at the same time!! It was one of the best books I have ever read since Harry Potter!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNYTZ1MFODZPR?ASIN=0439023521	Review of the hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book I'm definitely getting the next book.I recommend this book for 10 and up but if you're at a high enough level go for it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WPEEPXEG1N2F?ASIN=0439023521	A Hunger Games  review,	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fun,fast, and entertaining.<br/>I think it's a fun and enjoying experience to read this book.<br/>Lots of action but also a love story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BL2X30HQNNQO?ASIN=0439023521	Awesomeness	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the most awesome book I have ever read! I could not put this book down once I started it! I strongly recommend reading this book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3M39OFEP06XRF?ASIN=0439023521	Brilliantly written.....kept me hooked	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Brilliantly written.  I didn't want to stop reading.  The story line never dragged, and yo could feel all the emotions of the characters.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8S3KXUSUYXYH?ASIN=0439023521	Loved	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I downloaded this book and have read it. I very much enjoyed it.thank you for the ability to download and not have to carry a book around</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2I3YV7JG2HTZ7?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I think it was a very sad depressing book I would recommend this book to anyone who likes exciting books I love your book Suzanne Collins</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1T0F06FRD9OUU?ASIN=0439023521	RIVETING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I JUST FINISHED READING AND I AM READY TO GET STARTED ON THE NEXT IN THE TRILOGY. I FEEL LIKE I AM A SPECTATOR WATCHING EVERYTHING UNFOLD</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CUGWBUUQEYSY?ASIN=0439023521	Bob.s girl	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Have to read the next book.<br/>Very intense and keeps you on the edge the whole way through. Children who need to survive on their own.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HMMXLOE1K0B3?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had been putting off reading this book because I just didn't want to get caught up in another series....but I'm glad I did. I loved it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R209HZTR0MOCJH?ASIN=0439023521	Surprised	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I did not think this would be a story I could get into, but I found I couldn't put it down. I went straight to the next book immediately.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQS897Y7OHD5Y?ASIN=0439023521	Great read!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Once you start, hard to put it down!! Can't wait to move on to the second book. Definitely better than the movie, but books always are...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2H23XS6EVM5W5?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is so capturing I couldn't put it down, even when my kindle battery was about to die. I can't wait to read the other two books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9PNK5GDIYAFO?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Can't wait to read the next book!! This book is definitely worth the buy &amp; worth the read!! I only hope the movie does this book justice!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MEKQXYFFYX9Q?ASIN=0439023521	Great story!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">You wont be able to put it down!!!! It traps you from line 1! I had to start reading the second book as soon as I finished the first one!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35ENE6SL867V0?ASIN=0439023521	Love it!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Just could not put it down!<br/>You must read it!!!<br/>I'm about to start catching fire!<br/>Even though I've read all three books...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R180HQ4O04P0UY?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">got thison recommendations. couldnt put it down. Read it in 2 days and on to the 2nd book already. Well written with attention to detail.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3J6M1T75PKI76?ASIN=0439023521	Good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is well written and researched.  The skills and survival techniques used are very authentic and appropriate for the conditions.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRRXIB2H0VXIE?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best book I've ever read! Simply amazing.I couldn't sleep all night thinking about it. I even stayed up a few nights just to keep reading</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IC1BSWY2LPHG?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Usually when I read books I can't get hooked. But with this book it was instantaneous! I started reading it on Christmas! I am surprised.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32QI7SH2ND8GL?ASIN=0439023521	Good:)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was really.good. Suzanne Collins did a great job.I liked how she makes the ends so suspenseful to make you want to keep reading</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34RXGT9JZ8USZ?ASIN=0439023521	Love	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I would definitely recommend this book. If you like action and love this is a series for you. Be warned though, there is a lot of deaths.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22Y7Q8RKFWJ5F?ASIN=0439023521	The amazing hungergames	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is the most amazing book I ever read I love the hungergames please send me the mocking bird for a free borrow thanks love linda</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1H8WBQNFPLLBJ?ASIN=0439023521	Crazy good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the book!!!!!! All of the detail and confusion over what was going on, it was crazy!!!!!!<br/>Can't wait to read the next book!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3F3SB8Y61KRMY?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it. Great story. Easy to read. Grabs your attention from the beginning. Katniss is a great heroine.  The movie pales in comparison.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27O60PSR5V2O6?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the Movie!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Although I did enjoy the Movie, the book gave so many more details and left me wanting more!  Looking forward to reading ""Catching Fire""!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4VX8PAT84VVR?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's an extremely  addictive book the details and events leave you wanting more. It is an incredibly well written action and romance book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMAXB63AHXNAS?ASIN=0439023521	Exciting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Enjoyed the story very much.  I watched the movie first but was intrigued by the story so decided to read the book and was very satisfied</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IMYORHCO055L?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I never thought I would like the story line, but it turned out to be a great read. I was hooked and read all 3 books.  Highly recommended</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SFJXJRWFYA8Y?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne knows how to keep her audience interested. I love this book.  I would recommend this book to anyone that likes interesting books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24XZLN402H1G7?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is very simply written, in so much you cannot put it down. The action is on going and exciting. I cannot wait to read book two.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2A4K1B2S1DTAD?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Started it yesterday, couldn't put it down, absolutely outstanding, would definitely recommend it to anyone and everyone, an absolute 5/5</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RM3XTFDA3KY8I?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought this to read during a upcoming storm and was pulled into the story so fast that I had to buy the next two before the storm came!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMNV9CD8EJIAV?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The movie was very close to the book.  I was hoping there would be more context to the 'world', that was<br/>not explained in the Movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VRUB6RTG7NMS?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games Series Enthralling	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games Series was a nail biter to the bitter end.  Enjoyed the details and definitely made the movie more interesting to watch.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NIW7OX0FNKEO?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book! Could not put it down! Great story and writing also loved the next 2 books. It's an awesome introduction to the story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RM323I8B75C13?ASIN=0439023521	A good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn‘t know what the story line was when I started. I was very surprised to find a love story intertwined. Looking forward to book two.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HVKF6LLHLGDD?ASIN=0439023521	Fast read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Enjoyed the suspense. Movie was a bit different than the book. Books are always better. Cant wait to read the other books in the trilogy.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31RJX2RC4XDRL?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">great book, easy read. katniss reels you right in<br/><br/>d i would definitely recommend this book to any who is looking for adventure</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2INQGCU7GUBK1?ASIN=0439023521	Good but not great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Much better than twilight. I felt stupid after reading it after reading hunger games I felt more intelligent  it is deep and not to gorey</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2N1A4JZVZGI5J?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very good books to read !  I don't usually like to read but theses book were very well written and kept u in suspense until the last page</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HRPLAGTDKHKO?ASIN=0439023521	damn good book for 5 bucks on kindle	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm about halfway through it. I wish i didnt have to work or else i'd be done with it by now. Great book and def worth more then 5 bucks!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RT0MB5NGMHL6I?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was amazing! I finished it in 2 days and couldn't put it down for one minute. You never stop needing to know what happens next.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27SYURKHPYS3W?ASIN=0439023521	Dystopian fiction at its best	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As a fan of dystopian fiction, I hesitated reading Hunger Games, thinking a YA book would lack the hard edge that is an important part of the genre. However, I found the Hunger Games to be an excellent book, a real page turner. And it had plenty of violence and edginess. The story moved quickly and the characters were compelling. Like any dystopian story, the government is screwed up and the book presents that idea very well without hitting the reader over the head with it. I strongly recommend the Hunger Games to anyone who has not been drawn into reading it yet. Also, if Hunger Games whets your appetite for dystopian fiction, I suggest ""American Epitaph"" by James Laabs which is a much more adult story but a really great, thought provoking book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RP0P59JIU24TZ?ASIN=0439023521	YA Doomsday Saga	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Although I was YA about a million years ago, I continue to read some YA literature, especially fantasy and Doomsday Sagas. Sometimes good, sometimes bad.  This is a good read, part of a trilogy that will end this summer.  It held my attention without ""tweeny"" talk that I find so distracting.  Much better characterization and pacing than the second book in the series. <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Catching-Fire-The-Second-Book-of-the-Hunger-Games/dp/0439023491"">Catching Fire (The Second Book of the Hunger Games)</a>I have already pre-ordered the final one with fingers crossed it is as good as the initial offering. <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Mockingjay-The-Final-Book-of-The-Hunger-Games/dp/0439023513"">Mockingjay (The Final Book of The Hunger Games)</a><br/><br/>If you love YA fantasy/romance then try this terrific read that I highly recommend. <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Beautiful-Creatures/dp/0316042676"">Beautiful Creatures</a><br/><br/>Enjoy the read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OVZ4GCL9NP6T?ASIN=0439023521	Read in 2 days!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't put this book down even while I cared for a newborn I read it in two days! Great book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBBALKGQ9Q7Y0?ASIN=0439023521	Action Filled , adventurous ride in to the future	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fun, adventurous story that takes us to a place called Panem. AWESOME!!!!!!!! Love it so much can't wait to read the next one!!!!! :) ;)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RU5OY339LCKXE?ASIN=0439023521	Great YA book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great YA book. Well-written, and a great portrayal of a young female protagonist - strong, smart, and doesn't need to be saved by a man.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3J55MC3MZUILD?ASIN=0439023521	Well done	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">An absolutely entertaining read.  Grabs your attention and doesn't let go.  SUZANNE COLLINS weaves a tale of love in the midst of chaos.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MSE2QCPI8EB4?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a well written page turner. Now I understand my granddaughters enthusiasm for this series. I can't wait to begin Catching Fire!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3T1OJHGGTY3H2?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The hunger games is so amazing.Even after I finished it I just kept thinking about it.Everyone should read it.I keep reading the series.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4D87HM8OMFJV?ASIN=0439023521	What's for lunch?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very gruesome topic, but well written. The emotions of the winning team came across well.  I felt very sorry for the 12 year candidates.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Q7B4DB7DAPHW?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">NOT MY USUAL CHOICE BUT ACTUALLY ENJOYED IT.<br/>LOOK FORWARD TO SECOND BOOK IN THE IN SERIES.<br/>DELAY.  IN READING AFFECTS COMMENTS</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVZGX8PQKKXW2?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved it and<br/>enjoyed it SO much!!!!! It was awesome.I always read it on planes and now I am most likely getting the second one!!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IIDM32IFOU8K?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you like romance ,drama, survival ,and mystery you'll like this book. I like this book because of all those things<br/>  /\<br/>  |</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IN3KU2NWE41U?ASIN=0439023521	This book is just as great the 5th time around. I didn't put it down until I was finished!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Even after the movies, this book creates its own world inside my imagination. Fantastic read and even re-read!!!!!  On to Catching Fire!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDSOK1DS5AMUH?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry to read the next one.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Clearly written for a teen audience so the writing is simple ----but the action is compelling, both making it a fast read. I enjoyed it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R231I80Y8X95ML?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book, just as described, Amazon makes it quick and easy to purchase, I  have ordered several books from them and will continue  ;)</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MVDT7CM2JXG7?ASIN=0439023521	Wow	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great story. Loved that the movie was taken almost directly from the book. Words flowed easily. Love  it!!! Can't wait to read book two.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2AVUTT7JUWLSO?ASIN=0439023521	far better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was great well written and paced. It went into far mor detail than the move giving motivations behind every action. Well done.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRUA8L10BBPNW?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was amazing and astonishingly good it was action packed and never missed a beet the hunger games is one of the best books ever!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4K0EWKZ8ADB7?ASIN=0439023521	A unique read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It wasn't what I expected but in a good way. I am not a fan of abuse and gore. So I was pleased I discovered that this wasn't like that.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R242MJB4GF8AWZ?ASIN=0439023521	Really interesting book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great book that in a way teaches you about survival and that love overpowers anything and this is the best book I've ever read</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KPVUWHYHIP3Q?ASIN=0439023521	excellent read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is beautifully written. A really compelling read that kept my attention through out the book with its twists and turns.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39T4M5TQ6O8WT?ASIN=0439023521	Good story line	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's an interesting story that's fun to read the characters are believable given their situation it's worth the time it takes to read it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19AXG5Z3LJFJF?ASIN=0439023521	The Best.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fantastic series.  Been a long time since I genuinely didn't want to stop reading. First series totally on kindle since I couldn't wait.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34I4HBSQAP4WZ?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Absolutely loved this book. It was so well written, I was so locked into the book I just couldn't put it down! Finished it in five days.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGNQP88ZA6T3P?ASIN=0439023521	I recommend the novel to anyone who enjoyed the film	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a fun, fast-paced read.  It is written in first-person, something to which I had become unaccustomed, but it quickly drew me in.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3L43S62UC6FZ8?ASIN=0439023521	Amazingly developed story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought this book was well written. the storyline draws you in and takes you for a ride. the details help you envision your self there</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UEVN068V3Z1Q?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Glad I read this! I didn't expect to enjoy it so much and now I am looking forward to the sequels. A gripping story with some surprises.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3B1QDFP97TJI3?ASIN=0439023521	A really great book!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the best book I have read recently. It's a very interesting and exciting story line. It held my interest from  beginning to end.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUKZ7HOLIFMH0?ASIN=0439023521	Great.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing book, I love it so much. Reading the book is always better than watching the movie. The descriptions were so vivid and too real.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RW1TH9QFHC3MU?ASIN=0439023521	Gruesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book is very well written, but the idea of kids killing each other leaves me very distressed.  Could something like this ever happen</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RH1DM7VTDTZSD?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is such a great book. It is so detailed and has so many details. Suzanne is such a great author and i cant wait to read catching fire</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3R6N8BHWGHBR1?ASIN=0439023521	AWESOME BOOK!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love the romance and the action. And how it has like the romance side for girls and the action for boys. AWESOME BOOK!!!!!!!!!!❤❤❤❤❤❤❤</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R161KL3HCSW4IG?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love the Hunger Games. I was so good. I always left a cliff hanger and I did not know if Katnisss and Peeta would make it. I loved it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZWVQ1SYAJ4E2?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I totally recommend it. Since I read this book, I've been reading like crazy the other 3 books. It's great Sci-Fi for those who love it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ECCPAHOPUB7N?ASIN=0439023521	Rivoting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put it down. Very well written it kept my attention from the first to last page and could hardly wait to start the next book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RS20T91KRHDLJ?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games<br/><br/>Couldn't put it down was excellent from page one up to the ending am anxiously awaiting more from the author</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BIAX8094DJ4P?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fantastic read I really enjoyed the dramatic twists and details  overall great book I will defiantly read the series good job Suzanne :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32WLCOYANUGK8?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">kept me wanting more.. Love writings that I can 'see'..so now I'm reading the second book of the trilogy!Look forward to the third book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R48MPIPQYX1II?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever!!!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book so much definitely a cliffhanger at the end!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Going to get the next book!!!!!!!! Yay yay!!!!!!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25IWOJ16S898L?ASIN=0439023521	Good Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I I enjoyed this book. Very easy to read.  Good character development and story.  Real page turner.  Would recommend for any age reader.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R286QG3C4TCZ46?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A turn page book were u can't stop reading and u just fall in love with everything from katniss to peta to Gale to cinna and the capital</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IYNGPB4DI6JD?ASIN=0439023521	A good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed this book, much better than the movie x 100. Looking forward to the following books so I can  see what Katnis gets up to next.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3D7Q52UK2GTZY?ASIN=0439023521	Well Written	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was told it was a must read series but disappointed when I realized it was a story about children killing children.  Very descriptive.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HBIT2398SYLS?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is one of the best books I have ever read!! It is amazing!<br/>Everyone should read this book. It changes something inside of you.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3K232M26VUU0N?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I like  this book, but not as much as others I've read. It's just too sad for me. Also, it gets boring after you've read it three times.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20TM0QRPZZFWF?ASIN=0439023521	Attention keeper	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Although this was not the kind of book I normally read,  I found it kept my interest.  I would not let my  under age children read this.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3ERFVR2FFLFGW?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book definitely surpassed my expectations. I loved every chapter of it and will definitely continue reading the rest of the series.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LWRBGBXDQ254?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved how I couldn't put the book down.  You really feel like you are in the hunger games with the kids, it keeps your heart pounding.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DEGDP6X20J2K?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved the whole trilogy - but a scary concept.  Not a future I want to look towards.  It's hard to remember Katniss is only 16years old.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROBESU2SMW9CK?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was reluctant to read this series but finally gave in. Now I cant wait to read the next book!  This story had me hooked from early on!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21KH1ZDIP4U63?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Enjoyed this book. Am reading the second book even faster than the first. Can't wait for the third and am sure I'll want it to continue.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RP1SJNOBC0YSX?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing book. Kept me on my toes the entire time. I recommend this to everyone before watching the movie because it is just that good!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13OU6A3M0PNJG?ASIN=0439023521	Outstanding!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing!! The whole book had me on my toes!! I'm absolutely ready for book two!! This book is officially one of my absolute favorites!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPUYK6XHUJ969?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie and thought it would take something away from the read but surprisingly it had me gripped from the beginning to the end.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PUSKTBXYH85V?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is very good and I recommend it to anybody who likes action and adventure books. You should also read the rest of this series.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12BKUQYRJ47JT?ASIN=0439023521	Young people try to get it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The story was a good one when it comes to evil thrives when good men do nothing. I found main character a bit clueless. But I pushed on.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R253W8LKQA31MC?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome story!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was hooked from the moment I began reading and found it very hard to put this book down!  I can't wait to read the next of the series.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RGW13QOF9I4S?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing read. Was kind of thinking it was going to be a girl book but it turned out to be awesome and I can't wait to read the next book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34MBSOEB20NDG?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well written, great suspense, and a page turner. I read the book in less than three days and immediately wanted to read the other books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QR34KF77VQSB?ASIN=0439023521	Great Series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't wait for the next book.  Enjoyed all of the series.  Looking forward<br/>to more series type books.<br/>Easy and fast read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39F803DOITYUB?ASIN=0439023521	A quick read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">HUNGER GAMES is a quick read of futuristic fiction. It has love, suspense, gore, and thrill...all of which create the perfect storyline.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SIQ6FNR9F1SX?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Quick read, highly entertaining. Leaves many questions and leads right into a sequel. Will definitely continue the series. Well written.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JNFMMT6DGN06?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a really powerful book . Strong and bold. I recommend this book to other viewers. I can't wait until I start reading the second!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CP7IBFT9VSED?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't put it down, it was just a wonderful storyline and the development of characters was well done. Can't wait to read the next one</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CEIJWEC8AW40?ASIN=0439023521	WHOO!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">HUNGER + GAMES = SO FREAKING AWESOME!!!<br/>LITERALLY, BEST SERIES EVER!!!<br/>LOVE THIS! I RECOMMEND TO EVERY PERSON ON THE PLANET!!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R195P149ZF5O0Z?ASIN=0439023521	Thoroughly Enjoyable	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I cannot wait for he next book.  This storyline was exciting and so different from the books I normally read.  Now, I must see the move!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OR7GRMWDPB2N?ASIN=0439023521	Riveting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Keeps you sucked in by all the detail, action and drama as the story unfolds. If you enjoyed the movie you will love the book even more.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21DPK8QO4E8Z8?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The movie didn't give the book justice. I understand that the wanted a good show but they hacked the book up and left out crucial parts.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1M6SS9ETSRILQ?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a great book! Finished it quicker than I thought I would and the story line was something I've never read before. It was great!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9ZL5Z16LXFHM?ASIN=0439023521	Outstanding!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love love love this story! Author did a wonderful job! Hooked and eager to read part two! As for now, I'll be headed to watch the movie…</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TPLMTBGBVEK4?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing as ever!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is absolutely fantastic that I don't know the right words to describe it, but the plot, katniss's point of view ... BRILLIANT!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3R8N3M7EALCQ3?ASIN=0439023521	breath taking	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing I'm ready to get started on the next one.. far better than the movie but that was expected. I would recommend this to everybody!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19OPMTB4HER3V?ASIN=0439023521	Easy read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book! Written for the young adult so it's an easy read. You won't want to put it down. Already bought the next book in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJM3ER98YDPDY?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved book.would recomend    to anyone that loves science fiction and suspence. can‘t wait to read more about the loves after the games.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R114BH5O997OF1?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Really great book</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39WMOVKDRJY4F?ASIN=0439023521	enjoyable	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Enjoyed the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28FAX7FIQH9BL?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was so in to this book that someone had to take it from my hands. I'm done reading the first book and can't wait to read the next one</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1EYRXBCLED6M4?ASIN=0439023521	Wow	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">That was incredible. I finished it in one day, I couldn't stop reading! I recommend this book to anyone and everyone who loves to read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNTWE79I6PE18?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book u should read it!! I thought that the book had a 'can't stop reading feeling'. That was my thing that I liked about the book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LIZX0YRI138U?ASIN=0439023521	I love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved everything . This is the best book I have ever read.I wish I could give it more stars. I would recommend this book to everyone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38O0Z5K4NLE0C?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a good book. Would recommend. Nice job Suzanne Collins. Can't wait to watch the movie.<br/>Yours Truly,<br/>con con the 21st</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34RRQHL3PRQIX?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book it was really good and exciting. It wasn't as exciting because I have already seen the movie bit it was still awesome</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RX3TAW676RE2R?ASIN=0439023521	Read after seeing the movie then watch the movie again ...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read after seeing the movie then watch the movie again. Books are a very fluid read and addictive. Made the movies more understandable.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NP2RB3SIWKMU?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I finally finished this book and I am so glad I did! The details of the games is amazing! I can't wait to start ""Catching Fire""</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QNAGND3J5BSV?ASIN=0439023521	awesome book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Took me a long time to decide to read this, then I couldn't put it down, couldn't stop thinking about it after I stopped, awesome book!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22M1FNL03QZU6?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed both the movie and the book, but the book gave me the background information that the movie was clearly missing. A good read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36PUR21OQ0G8J?ASIN=0439023521	great!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Second time reading!  Love this!  Wish the movie was more like the book!  Still like both, and will read the other books again as well.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Z1O7OS0Y9YBC?ASIN=0439023521	Siiiick	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was siiiiccckkkk #nodoubt #thefreshest<br/>#thriller read it or you haven't lived. Would you regret it? Most definitely not.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FF65BHTJDVQ7?ASIN=0439023521	GREAT BOOK	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've never read a book so mesmerizing or one that gave me such deep feelings!  You have to get this book if it's the last thing you do!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SU9FFR4S4IPH?ASIN=0439023521	Great read for all ages	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this was for my daughter's kindle, she enjoyed the book very much. great for all ages. she will definitely be reading the entire series</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1V0I980OAGGM9?ASIN=0439023521	great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wonderful book. Enjoyed it beyond belief. I would recommend it to everyone that I know. My husband children parents friends....etc.....</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RANCKTUN4JW37?ASIN=0439023521	Way better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it. Can't recommend it high enough. The author did a great job with a difficult subject. Will read the others in the series next.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZVYRORHIJS1P?ASIN=0439023521	good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book keeps you riveted. Strong female character that you will root for till the end and you'll race to get the next one. Loved it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R118T1TU954MS4?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought it was good. I watched the movie first and after reading the book I can say that this movie unlike most lives up to the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RU0ZCKR007RH?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't Put it Down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow, what a good book! It's sad and the ending is no fairytale but Suzanne Collins is a fantastic writer. I couldn't put the book down!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQL3MX1DER1T9?ASIN=0439023521	good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">it is a great book, so much better than the movie. I just finished reading it and absolutely love it! cant wait to read the next two :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RN371WYN7298D?ASIN=0439023521	Really good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I would rate it a ten out of ten! It was a great book! I would recommend this book to everyone that like drama, suspense and excitement</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29768166VEVOW?ASIN=0439023521	Fast Read!  Daughter and I just love this book!  Can't wait to read the rest of the series. Looking for more.  Real fast read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love it, Fast Read!  Daughter and I just love this book!  Can't wait to read the rest of the series. Looking for more.  Real fast read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14J3H3O5UI15V?ASIN=0439023521	Gripping!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm surprised that the movie was actually true to the book I just read. I think I read this in 1 day because I couldn't put it down. :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1P4BV9LVLK12P?ASIN=0439023521	Fun	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">enjoyable, would be good family read.  look forward to the next book.  Suzanne Collins has an interesting yet very capable imagination.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PEYHVO0L0MZZ?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As one who has problems reading. I found I could not  put this or the other 2 stories down. I have never read so many books in 3 weeks.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36BVTYHG7WR2W?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it! Most nights I couldn't put it down. I did watch the movie first, but the book really gives details that the movie leaves out.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIYGEH834ZDFD?ASIN=0439023521	Great quality	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I cannot really say much about the book as this was a donation for a child sponsored by The Salvation Army.  But the quality was great.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23XPXON28P6TQ?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">very convincing and I couldn't put it down I love this book so good thanks to you Suzanne Collins for writing on of the best books ever</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1522ZA6H04QUF?ASIN=0439023521	Great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great read!  The book is much better than the movie.  Would recommend the book to all readers, it has something for everyone.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1EK4CJ3F9JK91?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it...could not stop reading g until the end.  Looking forward to the next publication.  I rate it five (5) stars; Excellent read.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IKI2490RFX3?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was riveting I could not put it down.<br/>It has been a bit since a book took me to another world like this one.  Thank you.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2S1I5HCIOLZZ3?ASIN=0439023521	book review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved the story line and it had very gripping characters, although would've preferred a different ending with the mutts that showed up.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMFC8Z22D4GCG?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked this book because it is a cross between a mystery and an adventure book. You are permanently hooked, and you want to read more.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37ZSWG79VK4WP?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well written. The romance twist was nice. Not a true love story, just love to survive. Clearly different. Excited to read the next book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RC8Q9XFIIR36Y?ASIN=0439023521	great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am totally not into books like this but because of the popularity I gave it a shot and was so happy I did. Great book i recommend it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R223UKE7FZEEE9?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I became a captive audience as each phase unfolded. Brilliant. This book was a recommended read by a friend. Glad I took the challenge.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3E37U82GPSQ7S?ASIN=0439023521	Great story!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book. Keeps you at the edge of your seat and very interested. Hard to put down! Great story line cant wait to read the next book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1D4PIT1QM8YX?ASIN=0439023521	Still reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I haven't finished it yet but I am into the story enough that I will finish it.<br/>Friends have recommened it along the Catching Fire</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29D23EFLNNDZL?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great writing!  A lot of violence but I couldn't put the ""book"" down anyway.  I read all three and was hoping for a fourth one.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SBIM8NR3HU8W?ASIN=0439023521	B.B.E(Best Book Ever)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The hunger games is thrilling and tragic book. But for one thing I can't wait to read Catching Fire. Four words. This book is awesome!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37H3CUZSEI7I6?ASIN=0439023521	Jessica	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was amazing. All I wanted to do was read. I would be out with friends and thinking will I have time to read a chapter tonight</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZI4LTUA9WKGA?ASIN=0439023521	Greatness	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Not for little kids. But still riveting emotions of the characters and the idea of the book is interesting if you can handle it buy it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQWOPRMJ1E9VP?ASIN=0439023521	Better then the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie for this book first but it does not do the book justice. This book is phenomenal. I plan to read the rest of the books!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZBC8NXNDLR3R?ASIN=0439023521	Love this	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a great book. I originally did not think I would get into this book or the series like I did. I have now read this book twice.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27JGYE7SVZJ3L?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing story, where the survival and definition of who we really are takes place at a deadly arena! Ready to start reading the second!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NN2RMA5G3M1?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This author is amazing. I am not a fast reader, but I flew through the these books. I couldn't put them down, they were just that good.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7QUS7AX74WRQ?ASIN=0439023521	Was very entertaining	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought it was way better than the movie! Very creative writing and very vivid descriptions. I would recommend this book to everyone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DV0NK8XAXHK?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book!!  Looking forward to reading the next one in the series.  Was a little unsure of the story at first, but really enjoyed it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7687OVH0XL8M?ASIN=0439023521	Great Storyline	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great story line, with characters that are real. Great twists in the story as the games begin and as they move to a finish. Good ending</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R253CD2G3T3KCU?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best book I've ever read!! Totally worth it!! Suzanne Collins is really a AMAZING writer! Kinda bloody though!! But otherwise BEST!!!!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTXDVZOB89U5U?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">GREAT BOOK<br/><br/>The best book I have read in a long time and if I were read a book for the rest of my life I would read this one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RU6Z482VVLAFI?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for more games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I knew this was a best seller, but I knew nothing about the story.  What a great surprise.  It was the best story I have read in years.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PJ1EHILA95D9?ASIN=0439023521	Speechless	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love a book I can get lost in, a book that although I don't actually relate to ... I can put myself in!!! Amazing well told adventure</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KZUVQDFQ8908?ASIN=0439023521	Love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was really entertaining  an  I loved it almost better then the movie I like how the book  is always different then the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UA9A7XX2382X?ASIN=0439023521	To good to put down.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Absolutely in love with this book. I couldn't put it down. Never thought I'd like the series but I can't wait to read the next 2 books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RK8J131GCPLY1?ASIN=0439023521	Has it All	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Action, adventure, love, and heartbreak.  This novel has lots of things going for it and can draw in all kinds and all ages of readers.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ULPESVGVU32U?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it so much better than the movie!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Can't wait to go onto the next one!! Will be buying it right now!!  Their love story is captured in a whole new light than in the film.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26EJYEE9W09JT?ASIN=0439023521	Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book. I can't wait for the next book. I love when  she saves his life. and when they kiss they must really like each other.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1EZ125U71WWH4?ASIN=0439023521	Entertainjng	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I believe that this book has a good storyline to it but could be better written, despite that the book is hard to put down once started</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3O2OKMHYKD3WU?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good read much better than the movie,a lot more detailed information on the people I liked it cannot wait to read the rest of the books</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1URIB055D1B83?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games 1	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Intriguing. Suspenseful. Suzanne Collins writing style is accurate and easy to believe. Can't wait to read the next book Catching Fire.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1M7AEOBMC3UKR?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a wonderful read. It was hard to put down because you couldn't wait to read the next chapter. I can not wait to read book two.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32Z3QJYKANN47?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">For me it dragged in some areas but overall it is a very entertaining read. Some points that did not make the movie were worth reading.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WYM265AT84OH?ASIN=0439023521	Wow	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Normally I cannot stand novels written in the first person. I could not put this book down! Stayed up all night to finish. So worth it!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIZRU2R1KPDU5?ASIN=0439023521	The Huger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very easy to get caught up in the story and not put the book down. I read it on two days and glad there are more to read in the future.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37977V80RUTEN?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have stayed up 3 1/2 hours reading this book!! It's worth it everybody should read this!! I mean it is my second favorite book series</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QKSK3N7MJ4TH?ASIN=0439023521	#2thumbsup	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I resist reading current, trending books like I did this one. I'm sorry I waited so long! Great book, can't wait to read the other two.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R594AYJRDUN1V?ASIN=0439023521	Real book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book indicates that it isn't fake. This stuff happens in The world. And we need to do all we can to stop it. This book....is real.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZL0L6L654HRF?ASIN=0439023521	Made me hunger for more!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games was truly a page turner, very difficult to put down. I can't wait to continue with the next two Suzanne Collins books.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2B9F1QODH4KCX?ASIN=0439023521	wow	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book - easy to read.<br/>Cannot think of additional words to say<br/>Amazon's minimal requirement really stinks - really stinks</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1EC7B0F5K80DI?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good....easy read. The ending through unfair to the reader, leaves me yearning for more! I look forward to reading the following books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33R6WU39HS3DR?ASIN=0439023521	Michael's 'review for the Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I chose this rating because of the lack of detail of detail in combat.<br/>Also the fact that most of the tributes whereby even named.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R211LSMJTT1EPU?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What a riveting and fast pace thriller.  I could not put it down and was drawn into the world of Panem.  Can not wait to read book two.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29I809DNBKKX1?ASIN=0439023521	Best series ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I read this first series I fell in love with it. Its full of action and adventure and a feeling of being right there with katniss.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GHOJQ7DZQHS2?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome, vivid tale	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So glad this was my first Kindle loan!!! Great quick read that is very hard to put down. The rest of the series is just as good I hear.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BMG0QGPKRQLC?ASIN=0439023521	WOW	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't want to give anything away for anyone who hasn't read it. But, this is one of the best book series I have ever read in my life.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3902O5O2DY3A9?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book. The writing was engaging and entertaining. Great read for fans of romance and brutal action. Totally reading the sequel. :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HVGU51R38PXE?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of my favorite book series!  Love the movie version as well, wish they would hurry up and make movies of the second and third books</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R398V23AJ3YGWS?ASIN=0439023521	Interesting Reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I made a promise to my grandkids that I would read this series with them.  I found it interesting and it left a lot of food for thoucht</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NH6Y0SOJZJP1?ASIN=0439023521	Hmmmmmmmmmmm	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Bought it to see what all of the hype was about and new exactly when I was finished - have not read the others yet but am sure to do so</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AO5NJUVXFTH1?ASIN=0439023521	So much more!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So much in this book was left out of the movie!  Must read if you  saw the movie and then read the other two books. It explained a lot!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLVJ9WC0SG1UI?ASIN=0439023521	The second greatest book I ever read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a great book. I chose this rating because of this. It left me wanting to read more at every turn! I can't wait to read book two.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XQM3MDZNHVG1?ASIN=0439023521	Watched movie then had to read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After reading this in two days i had to get the next book. Had to read the rest the same week couldn't wait to get more of this series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1AL1J2SGPLENW?ASIN=0439023521	easy reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Not what I expected.  Interesting.  I was not riveted by the story once having read it, as I had heard so much about the movie.<br/>--</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10J8SMD44WQZI?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It grabbed me and held on tight. It only took two or three times sitting down for me to finish it. It was just a great book all around.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYKNA091F45GQ?ASIN=0439023521	loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Watched the film first and this is much better!<br/>Really enjoyed it,and although a kids book?? I didn't feel it was"".<br/>Brilliant</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2J9S75TE5M8KK?ASIN=0439023521	My kind of story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a truly amazing story written for every type of reader. the action ad romance are  enticing and i cant wait to read whats next.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R208OFNXQP8NBG?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am still reading the book, but  so far it is excellent.  I watched the movie and the book explains things that happened in the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GMUP7D3VSBME?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is so good! Seriously if you watched the movie... Read the books! I'm on catching fire right now and they are sooo addicting!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R150ET59X6C4IY?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger Games is full of suspense and lots of action.  Though unrealistic, the characters are appealing.  Good for tweens and teenagers.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Z6YCKQ1KR37P?ASIN=0439023521	the hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">nice buildup  and excellent development of charecters makes next two books must reads to get any sort of scope of the various sub-plots</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NL79W4QE1FD8?ASIN=0439023521	Superlative	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games stands today as, in my opinion, a modern classic.  While many draw parallels between this and other works of dystopian futures where the young are killed for sport (i. E. Battle Royale and The Long Walk), The Hunger Games has something more.  The writing style is easy to follow and keeps the reader's attention.  The main characters are interesting and well developed.  The setting and plot of the novel are well described and easy to follow.  What really sets The Hunger Games (and its sequels) apart from similar works is its completeness.  Battle Royale and The Long Walk were great stories, but they were limited to the impact of the game featured in the story.  The Hunger Games trilogy deals with more than just the game.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RM13ULIC7GHJG?ASIN=0439023521	Great read/way better than movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The movie didn't do this book justice!  So much info to consume from the book that really helps you grasp her interpersonal conflicts!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FEXV9F4VE2UD?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book has lots of twists and turns that will keep on the edge of your seat. Great book really look forward to reading the next one</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WSQ0CPK0HT5A?ASIN=0439023521	Review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Didn't know I was. Looking for until I heard about this book, now I'm looking forward to reading the other two.  Moves along real fast</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TCI7AV0BVFSU?ASIN=0439023521	yay	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book because of all the detail. Suzanne Collins is a amazing book author and publisher. I hope she keeps the books coming!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNP8800J6FLM5?ASIN=0439023521	exicited..	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've heard really great reviews and I'm very excited to get this series started. I've read other books my Suzanne Collins, can't wait!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39ILNXCFUVKT9?ASIN=0439023521	k	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was easy and I liked it. Noah liked this one because he liked the title. Oh yeah, can't wait for the next hunger games book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PO5B0SDXGX11?ASIN=0439023521	"Late to the ""Games"""	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was late to the ""Game"" reading The Hunger Games, but it was still a riveting read and I would highly recommend it to anyone.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NPFMIUG7OH6S?ASIN=0439023521	great read. engaging story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Never a dull moment in this action packed story. I couldn't put it down. I like a read that is not predictable and this book delivers.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VQ7B76CPBLI2?ASIN=0439023521	Good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The story is very well written and has amazing character development.  Your not going to be able to put this book down once you start!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NKHF2CLWW6O?ASIN=0439023521	Outstanding	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is everything. Exciting,sad,and a very surprise ending! This book will make you cry,laugh,and feel like you are in the book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FRD6D7ONDG6U?ASIN=0439023521	EXCELLENT	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I ordered this book for my son who has nothing to do right now and is reading his time by. He says it was good and would recommend it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R389DG3SJZS1AO?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games on Kindle	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this in 2 days. I couldn't put it down. It kept my attention and I wanted to see what was going to happen next. Very good read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1W7NDWBYPRLL3?ASIN=0439023521	wow!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What a great story! Unlike anything I've ever read before. Complex character study of Katniss. Left me wanting more. Interesting book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R191YDOTPN5SCH?ASIN=0439023521	it was pretty good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After watching the movie, all this kissing makes me feel really awkward and I can't get over the fact that katness actually like peeta</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NHN8OGMP0N4J?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great writing! The story keeps you interested and wanting more. I loved it! I recommend it to anyone who likes adventure and suspense.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34DPTDS5N1HNB?ASIN=0439023521	Great movie!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A great movie, as you would expect from how much it grossed. The book is always better, but this movie at least captures it's essence.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32I9CNTOA0ZZC?ASIN=0439023521	Interesting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">the first book I read on my kindle. I couldn't stop reading. I would recommend this book. now I know why they made a movie. excellent!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R153ETPTGTNCLN?ASIN=0439023521	Love the series!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Everything is great, wish the movie included more of what is in the book. Peeta is my favorite character. Ready to read Catching Fire.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DOD9F86J80U5?ASIN=0439023521	Stunning	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Absolutely amazing.<br/>A book I could not stay away from.<br/>My heart is still writhing in anticipation of the next in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23JNO3KJIDWF8?ASIN=0439023521	Survival and poverty	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked the book, some parts were intense but kept me not wanting to put the book down. I could see why Katniss acted the way she did.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1E9W99WOJ9RNG?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read! Really enjoyed! Great action. Diverse characters. Great plot. Great theme and great series for young readers. 5<br/>stars</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2V9MXLP5Z3TS7?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Saw this book had made it to a movie - thought it was worth reading. Story kept moving at a great pace holding my interest throughout.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IIYRDYGOX8FT?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wasn't sure I was going to like this book but decided to try it... and am I glad I did! Kept my interest the entire time! Must read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZUMGAFAZRP5P?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i think the book hunger games is very interesting. i feel anyone that reads it will enjoy it very much. i cant wait to read the others</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RINU5YGYE8DO3?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put the book down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I spent an entire day reading this book. The whole thing grabs your attention until the end. I thought I would hate it but I loved it.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVOC89D6UQ5HI?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I LOVE this book!! Full of action, drama, and love. I would recommend this book for those seekers, as well as those who love twilight!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDOLAMLD5PF36?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book I haven't read anything like it in years I enjoyed it more than the movie. I'm reading the next one it is hard to put down.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQ29ZE1GE6X1L?ASIN=0439023521	Amazingly artistic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is a work of art the perfect blend of suspense, danger, and romance. Happy Hunger Games! May the odds ever be in your favor!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KG86XNL2YYQC?ASIN=0439023521	It's addictive	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I can't stop reading it. This is better than the movie. This type of reading is for men,women, girls and boys. In short for everybody.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Z92MAOH78PL1?ASIN=0439023521	Love!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">These are great books to read! Highly recommended! My entire family has borrowed these books from me. I read all 3 books in two weeks!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QCLZCSVD1YBQ?ASIN=0439023521	I love this!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was a little skeptical about buying the books until Hunger Games came out, but it's worth the read! Better than the movie of course!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RS8TNDV3L4S9I?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read the book because I saw the TV prom for the movie. After I started the book I could not put it down. Will read the next two books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33G4JZTOO4O4N?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Stop what you're doing and read this series! Warning: don't plan on doing anything until you finish the series because it's addicting.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WRJA8J7VTT6F?ASIN=0439023521	Great!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was awesome, read it in about 4 days. Can't wait to read the others. Thoroughly recommended if it interested in suspenseful action.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BVUR7DIER0MC?ASIN=0439023521	Quick read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I breezed through the book as it pushed me quickly along the story.  I just watched the video last week and this filled in the blanks.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UAY3RCLMFHLR?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love this book!!!!<br/>Can't wait to download and read the next one. Would definitely recommend to anyone looking for an awesome read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BWFRZZ9CJ5CH?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book had me on my seat, waiting for the turn of every page! I could not let go of the book. I can't wait to read the other books!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ELFP5ZS319AE?ASIN=0439023521	Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Looking forward to the next book.first tome on kindel still trying to figure out sharing and looking.love the ease of starting back up</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VYEJDI0N8FAC?ASIN=0439023521	Killings	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didnt like this book because of killing the children off. I did not read anymore of them. Would not recommend it was to real for me.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29FSSEWEOGAX3?ASIN=0439023521	Pageturner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Not the greatest literature out there but the book is a real pageturner. But would recommend reading the book before seeing the movie.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKTSOLJJE5QHZ?ASIN=0439023521	True grit	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is a riveting book that keeps you wanting more.  I would recommend this book to anyone.<br/><br/>Dddavidson@hotmail</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UG79FSNXYOLH?ASIN=0439023521	Looooooooooove	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I Love this series! It's even greater than I had ever imagined! Anyone and every one should read this! I can't wait to begin book two!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OS2I3612M64Y?ASIN=0439023521	good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked it, a bit sad but worth the read. Both of my children 10/14 read it convinced me to read it too read them all in a 2 day span.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WSRW69BGCJM3?ASIN=0439023521	Purely mesmerizing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a book I could not put down. It took me two days to read this amazing book! All I have to say is, I HAVE TO GET BOOK TWO!!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1F74VARWPWZXV?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is one of my favorite books in the whole wide world!!!!! I don't curse on reviews like this cause it's just wrong, who agrees????</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14JO0O2AFIDSB?ASIN=0439023521	Loved, cant wait to read more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Absolutely loved this book. I had no interest in reading this trilogy but within minutes I was hooked and can't wait to read the rest!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RH49LS8YXZLLU?ASIN=0439023521	loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have read this book many times and recommend it to anyone --pg 13 though.  A lot of violence.  Can't wait to read the next one again</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VGU3Q9VU3JXM?ASIN=0439023521	starts out fine	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The series starts out fine catchin fire isn't that bad either but mockingjay has a terrible ending. Because of this I'm not a big fan.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RO7QF8J2E4TEK?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The flow of the book is very good. Simple enough not to confuse but complex enough to keep people interested and reading. A good read.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HW2XVBCROE09?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book! It has everything; action, adventure, love, and well you've probably seen the movie but the book is so much better.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R204OFKIGBP3O6?ASIN=0439023521	read read read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">read this before i saw the movie and loved it<br/>every should read and then see the movie again<br/>was awesome, highly recommended</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3T8VSA44GUZPF?ASIN=0439023521	interesting concept	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">While the outcomes were somewhat predictable, it was still an interesting ride as the main characters were people you could relate to.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1793DJWZUJ0U7?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fascinating and intriguing storyline. It grasps your imagination and doesn't let go. Makes you think as if you are there in the arena.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIL31G9T18J5K?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a fairly mundane read with a few surprises..overall it was enjoyable.I felt it could have been less of a sci fi type narrative.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PWJ6Y98LHNMM?ASIN=0439023521	I thought this book was very interesting and i can not wait to read the next one.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I gave a four because i did not like the ending.<br/>I really liked the suspense.<br/>I would recommend this book to all my friends.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NGEAKACA5BTJ?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a good read. good love story good action, this book had a little bit of everything.<br/>Can't  wait to read the second book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R363LCVUW1R7H1?ASIN=0439023521	AWESOME	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love the hunger games. I read all three books in about a week. If your bored and have nothing to do you should read the hunger games</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCHT663Z2QVZJ?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was awesome i loved it and it is sad romantic and with alot of humor i recomend this book to anyone i would rate this 5 stars</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R373D3AJOQSUDD?ASIN=0439023521	It's impossible to put this one down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Charismatic characters, a deep and involving world, and a great story. Overall, a great book that will surelly entertain most readers.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RISJHD6FBUETD?ASIN=0439023521	Great story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very  well done. I couldn't put it down . Interesting characters, exciting  and different from anything else I've read in a long time.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34V5U2CYHPAU?ASIN=0439023521	Loved this book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was wonderful- so much better than the movie. I liked how insightful Katniss was and how all o he characters were developed.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2D8M3RDVN41HD?ASIN=0439023521	Top 5	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely love this book. Has a lot more in it than the movie does, which is pretty interesting. Definitely became a top 5 for me.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MWWJ0RI29O1D?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've read it several times and never seems to get old! I'm sure I'll probably read it a lot more in the future! Off to the next book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1941MDSWQZ8A5?ASIN=0439023521	Just ok	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I found the story seemed to take forever to get to the point.  I will continue to read the series in hopes it will get more exciting.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17PC1QOF0ULV3?ASIN=0439023521	A very good read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed this book. It was so much better than the movie. You get more Detail of everything going on and more questions are answered</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBA5D380DU3HH?ASIN=0439023521	Great book series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love the book series.  Happy to find it easily on Amazon.  Ships fast and in good condition. Always satisfied buying books on Amazon.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUQVMSLK0EGMX?ASIN=0439023521	excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you like the movie, you will love the book!  It seems fresh each time I read it!!  The writer makes you feel like you ARE katniss.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24625TBMSWRW3?ASIN=0439023521	1forgetu2	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great imagery n just the right mixture of romance, intrigue, suspense, and  motivation to learn more about the characters role in the</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XG7J90NH1VIK?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I can't wait to start book two! Much better than the movies. I'm so glad I had the chance to read this book. I feel like a kid again.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1L8DTCU2ZJ21I?ASIN=0439023521	Well written	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wasn't really sure about a story that revolves around children killing each other, but it sucked me right in. the trilogy is great.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IV8CLIN8XZQ3?ASIN=0439023521	luv it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's really breath taking. I can't put it down to the table. I think it's awesome because, I like the whole idea of the hunger games.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2D4AFLMHZARZJ?ASIN=0439023521	Another fan	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was hesitant on jumping on the bandwagon with this series due to all the hype about it but I am glad I did! It's such a great book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZUUADGY5F9K7?ASIN=0439023521	Interesting and unexpected	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is easy to read and difficult to stop reading the complete saga. Once you read the first one you won't stop until the third/final.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2K9MUE3D0EN7H?ASIN=0439023521	Easy read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good story but not very deep. Definatly going to read the rest of the series. I borrowed the ebook from the library which is awesome.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OMGDRMLO35QG?ASIN=0439023521	good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Took a while to draw me in but once it did I liked it :) some parts were very intense while others too short than they should've been</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RI270889PHLWH?ASIN=0439023521	A+++	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Every page couldn't come fast enough. Katniss has so many thoughts we can all relate to. Excellent read! Time for Catching Fire next.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RE8QHUH178AKY?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My girls read this quickly, loved the action and story of a strong female character.  Highly recommend this series to girls and boys.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16F5A6VUFLH6X?ASIN=0439023521	excellent book!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It always keeps you into the story. You want to know what will happen next. This dystopian society  makes you think about the future.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RW7YHNZUH2H96?ASIN=0439023521	if you liked the movie you will.love the book..	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't put it down. A great read and better than most futuristic type novels. Cant wait to read the remaining books on the trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZFZBAEVQD9U5?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved reading it! It felt like watching a whole other movie! I recommend this book for anyone who likes a good book with adventure.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4XKAXUM6IX4N?ASIN=0439023521	So good!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't  put  it down!!! I read it to better understand the movies, but didn't t think I'd like it so much. I read it in two days!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28OFBBZX7N70A?ASIN=0439023521	Awsome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My 10 year old daughter read it in her kindle in 2 days. She loved it and quickly asked for me to get the next in the series for her.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXXN4UHB23E0A?ASIN=0439023521	Love	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book<br/>this is great.<br/>read it 3 times.<br/>better than the .movie.<br/>would recommend for everyone.<br/>yeah.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FQFCJ7OKBQE5?ASIN=0439023521	great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book! Could not stop reading until I had finished the whole trilogy. Would recommend to anyone who likes alternative societies!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JL8PGBI32BSS?ASIN=0439023521	Very well written	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a very well written novel and will have no trouble holding your interest.<br/>Can't wait to read the next one in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JP4Z6DFR2VHN?ASIN=0439023521	What a good book!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you like action this is the book. This book is one of my favorites so far! I really hope that the movie catching fire is out soon!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CGKE1UKOJZAB?ASIN=0439023521	What a great series!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This entire series did not disappoint. The only reason I was sad is that it was over. Would definitely recommend this book to others!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25945KGY5H3DT?ASIN=0439023521	Heartwarming thriller	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I recommend it for young teens and old teens this is a book that needs to be shared with everyone from each four corners of the world</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R178JSHBMKB23W?ASIN=0439023521	The best book to read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have gave it five stars because it's dramatic ,interesting, and odd. If I have to pick a book to read I recommend The Hunger Games.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YI8RW0TF50KK?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Book keeps you wanting more...suspenseful, and slightly addictive...Suzanne Collins is a heck of a writer. In love with Hunger Games.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2L1VXX70VF87C?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book<br/><br/>Was really intense<br/>I would recommend this to twilight lovers<br/>I love it's that I couldn't stop reading</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14W59MSJ2MHEV?ASIN=0439023521	Great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Even though I'm not in the age group this book is targeted to, I enjoyed the read!  I saw the movie first and still enjoyed the book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17PTXLF7OG069?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was captivating from start to finish. I can't wait to read the second! Don't watch the movie first, it's not nearly as good</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCRP0CEPEH665?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good book. Reading Catching Fire now and can't wait to see what Mockingjay has in store.  Read the trilogy you won't be disappointed.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7YPR03WQMGPT?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A friend suggested I read it.  It is fast reading.  It is a bit gruesome at times.  The hunger games was pretty much science fiction.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1X9A34G9NPY03?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne rights with such detail that you quickly become immersed. Easy to read; I finished impatiently awaiting the next installment.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R695CSJ6NTW66?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I made the mistake of watching the movie before reading the book. Read it every chance I could and cannot wait to begin the next one!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZK1J7K7B6A3?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great story!  Every chapter ended with suspense that made you read the next one.  Recommended to readers who like any modern fiction.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15UNYOA0NMRLY?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent book. A definite page turner, read in two days. The end was unexpected. So glad there's another book to continue the story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GQJARCXIEI0M?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So far so good but I could not continue the book until I wrote a review.  I would like to finish a book before I give a review of it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QWSLFPSYG33P?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is awesome get it! I'll just fill up th  rest of the space now hfhxjdncksndkfjrhdifndbfjri dismemberment djdnnrjrbrjrkkrj .</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LJM66WSBT0ER?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing book great description. I love the main character because I can relate to her. Prim is my favorite also because she is my age</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BU06KM3AU2HC?ASIN=0439023521	Well written	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A well-written book with suspense and not easily predictable. Love the look into ""our"" future and the possibilities it holds.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32IDMZ94UKCKE?ASIN=0439023521	One sitting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Written so well it's almost believable.  The characters are deep.  The ""dogs"" added suspense, but were hard to imagine as being real.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3L9SKAWCEH7MI?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent book. Thoroughly kept my attention. I found it easy to read and enjoyment.  I will make sure to recommend it to my friends.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18Q6WK1EK5WXA?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger for words	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing book, better than the movie.<br/><br/>Cannot wait to begin reading the other books in the series. Definitely worth reading.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1V9XK7CGZMLL5?ASIN=0439023521	Even better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book! I saw the movie first but you couldn't quite capture the depth and thoughts of Katness Everdeen like you did in the book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRRX5GNJ4J8TG?ASIN=0439023521	Phenomenal	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put this book down. It drew me in so much I felt like at times I was in the book. Will be purchasing book two momentarily!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21MWAD8F91J2T?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Thrill ride with great suspense, held my breath from beginning to end. Great book for all ages and genres. Bring on the next chapter.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROONJ9IFN5312?ASIN=0439023521	Jaw dropping	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Most exhilaratingly exhilarating detailed book<br/><br/>I recommend it for readers who are looking for a bit of action and suspense</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1J5RXP5D3MBTQ?ASIN=0439023521	Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good boo<br/><br/>Kept me very very interested<br/> Can't wait to read more of<br/>The series.<br/>One of my favorites for sure.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3W4G71RWA5RT2?ASIN=0439023521	A definite great buy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">AMAZING<br/>  The first place for the world to be ignored while you escape in the mystifying fantasy of the other worldly experience</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFJ4X4KIJZH6U?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">That book is amazing I can't wait to read the next book .Although they left me hanging, I hope the next book is as good as the first.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6SKG0VTY36WX?ASIN=0439023521	Quick read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">In a matter of hours, I devoured this book. So much action and suspense; I couldn't stop reading! I can't wait to read the next book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37SCNXUV62ZF6?ASIN=0439023521	Sucked Me In	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book totally sucked me in, and I had to run out and read the other two.  The movie was OK, but I think the book was much better.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2T92G0UF9V916?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book it leaves you on the edge of your seat. It really makes you want to read the next books, and all of her other books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R323JKLQIGNE9D?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome book. Very engaging and keeps you wanting more with every page. Much better than the movie. Can't wait to read the next book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3E7SIF9SRY86G?ASIN=0439023521	!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love to read and this book holds my interest.  I bought the following 2 books in the trilogy and am sure i will enjoy those as well</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PR3DNX27WL7R?ASIN=0439023521	Great read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this book, and am looking  forward to reading the rest of the series. I also enjoyed the action of the hunger games.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14JJYLCKIG1ZB?ASIN=0439023521	THE HUNGER GAMES BOOK	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I FOUND THIS VERY INTERESTING BUT DID NOT LIKE THE IDEA OF WHAT THE WORLD HAD COME TO BUT AM LOOKING FORWARD TO READING THE NEXT ONE.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFY69QAZ3V703?ASIN=0439023521	Must read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't put the book down. Can't wait to read the others!!!!!! So much goes on through the book. It definitely keeps you interested.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R378TTFVKZ30NW?ASIN=0439023521	Great book could not put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Full of suspense i can ‘t to read the next book characters are so real i will miss them one  suggestion can we bring rue back to life</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WC4T5JF05OUI?ASIN=0439023521	Love it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing story and can not wait to read the second and third book. I love the main character and have to find out what happens to her!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1A3WS6F0U5WKD?ASIN=0439023521	Again	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins is one of my favourite writers so again you can never go wrong.....  Movie not as good but nice to see it played out.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DA0BDJJ0ND21?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games books are fantastic!  Great escapism from reality and really interesting.  Found the entire series to be engrossing!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34VK23UE9BX1E?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I haven't yet completed this book however I really like it. I recommend it to anyone who saw the motion picture in the movie theater.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XWGKREHVS6Z0?ASIN=0439023521	I couldn't put it down.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was one of the most exciting books I've read. Can't wait to start on the second book. Suzanne Collins is my new favorite author.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CULHGPFHHSZ9?ASIN=0439023521	captivating	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Didn't want to stop reading. Very good writing never a dull moment. What a story.<br/>An adventure, a love story, left wanting more.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DV8TD964O3V6?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wonderful story and characters. Grabs your interest right away and it is hard to put the book down. Can't wait to read the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OSULJQP4D30I?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very entertaining and hard to put down.  Enjoyed reading this and have already ordered part 2.  Now I think I need to see the movie:)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZUDDIRKOVIBE?ASIN=0439023521	Absolutely Amazing..Arresting.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">An awesome exciting story filled with Love and the perfect amount of suspense and mind-blowing experiences. impossible to set down!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1L9MPXSAW5922?ASIN=0439023521	good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fascinating portrayal of a dystopian future where government rules over peoples‘ lives and children are forced to fight to the death.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3E81NX35Y9IHR?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read for all ages, interesting  take on the future , lots of action and not two gruesome  cannot wait to read the next two boos</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RMZFOVX2I1UX?ASIN=0439023521	Superb	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The writing was clean and precise.   The story was compelling. I n ow see what all the hubub was about. Can't wait to start book two!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1AEKAKAHL6J28?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games Ebook	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great experience! The Ebook format is very easy to read, wonderfull novel. It was a good decision to purchase after seeing the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2T46EJ4CSKZJT?ASIN=0439023521	I love with this series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wanted to read the book before I saw the movie. I'm so glad I did. Great adventure. It really gave a good look into the human soul.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/REJWLDKNF6VT3?ASIN=0439023521	I love this book, but don't buy the Movie Tie-In edition	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is amazing. I can't say anything in my review that hasn't been said in the thousands of reviews ahead of me.<br/><br/>That being said, avoid the movie tie-in edition like the plague.<br/><br/>Why? Well, there is no difference in the text. The cover is a glossy, ugly unattractive thing, while the original matte cover is classy and beautifully understated. The paper inside is slightly better but the cons outweigh this single pro.<br/><br/>The main reason, however, is the price. The original is significantly cheaper, with a list of 8.99 and a sale price (currently) of 5.64. You won't know this though, if you search for the book. The movie tie-in is the only one that shows up in searches. The original is still available and should be ordered instead. (ISBN: 9780439023528)<br/><br/>Shame on Amazon and Scholastic for this price gouge.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NVLX7PLSKG8U?ASIN=0439023521	amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">my favorite book! it was interesting and exiting. i love this book! katniss is very smart and fast on her feet. this book is amazing</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3D2YVO0G14S62?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games book 1	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book. It has romance, violence, and a realistic story all rolled up into one. I wish there were more books in the series</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HNKXT07UVGUZ?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Liked being in the head of the main character. Wanted to know more at the end of the book, so I guess I could say great cliffhanger.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2W19FT6VANCMJ?ASIN=0439023521	awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Much better than the movie!! Can't wait to finish reading the series!! More detailed and you can't help but feel katniss's struggle.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33ZOJ3MLGGKAP?ASIN=0439023521	good stuff	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Compelling reading, gripping stuff, exciting times<br/>Highly recommend this book for anyone looking for a great, easy to read book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Z76IDNMUS2KB?ASIN=0439023521	I love it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the Hunger Games because there is lots of action and the plot is suspenseful. It also has romance which I personally prefer.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BFUFVT8R4BJ0?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this book because of the way it left me in suspense and the awesome part w as s that the kids from District 12 won.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GMM4KXV24R0Q?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was the first book I read on my kindle fire and I could not put it down, despite watching the movie. On to the next one I suppose</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RALDZFPQMF04Y?ASIN=0439023521	Was a really great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Was a great read, showing how a person can come from much adversity to triumph.  Also a bit scary that a society could come to that.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRKOO3R9SC9XV?ASIN=0439023521	once you pick it up you won't be able to put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very good book, it will defiantly keep your attention. I would highly recommend it to a friend. It is now one of my favorite books:)</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1S2G9E7C650K9?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent book, can't wait for the next one	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The best book i've read in a long time.  I didn't want it to end!<br/>Now i have to see the movie.  I hope its as good as the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R293RB5NLM5X84?ASIN=0439023521	like it a lot!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The plot starts really slowly but after some time I couldn't stop reading it. Very good book. I am just about to buy the third part.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3XODWVOHMKG3?ASIN=0439023521	Way Better than Expected	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">At first had thought this was a children's novel, though once I got into the book, I couldn't put it down, was devoured very quickly</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CIXYQLXX1MN7?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A great dystopian novel!  The characters and action make it riveting.  I'd recommend Lord of the Flies to those who liked this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1T3L5U5UTXVFW?ASIN=0439023521	An amazing story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Written very well.  Although a depressing world they live in, it's truly amazing what the characters go through to try to better it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKXYN05H4QIDA?ASIN=0439023521	Good Read.................	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It held my interest and was very exciting !Would definitely reccomend this book to anyone liking adventure and drama in a good read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PNBE2QU9WW6O?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was great! Really enjoyed the read and Collins really knew how to capture a dystopian society that made it very real as a reader!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IFD7C6ICEOKT?ASIN=0439023521	Who didn't love this?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Why leave a review???<br/><br/>What isn't already said, known?  I loved it, that's pretty much all I know left to say on this one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12YD5CEKZGNML?ASIN=0439023521	Best Book Ever!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is one of the best series I have ever read.  It kept me on the edge of my seat the entire time.  I could not put the book down!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RK3SCZ4KXHD9?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not put the book down even though I've already seen the movie!  Very entertaining, exciting, captivating and excellent book!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24KE1ZFD88K94?ASIN=0439023521	A Riveting Pageturner.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wonderful read! I couldn't put this book down - suspenseful, gutwrenching &amp; heartbreaking. Anxious to devour the next in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VR5UYZG70X8I?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was an awesome book and am excited to start the next one! It keeps you very entertained and I didn't want to put the book down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QH2EAXL0TCV9?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games was an amazing thrill of a book with twists and turns and romance, horror, drama, and last but not least... action.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SM3UFITF289H?ASIN=0439023521	Captivating	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book! It has the right amount of action and romance. The characters were very well developed. Definitely a page turner!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5KIFJDLF1GBU?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing book and so glad that I read this book before I watched the movie. Read all 3 books and this whole trilogy is worth reading!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16OTEU5K13Z2J?ASIN=0439023521	E-book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Downloaded to complete set.  Do not like having minimum number of words to comment as there is only so much you can say about books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R335C0IEWMR4XT?ASIN=0439023521	A decent sequel	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">While not as engrossing as the first book, it did continue the story nicely.  After reading this book, I have to finish the trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FJCOG0X7RL98?ASIN=0439023521	It was pretty good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I finally decided to read the series and see what all the hype was about.  It was pretty good, I can see why so many people like it.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1P32GQX1WP6L7?ASIN=0439023521	great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had heard about this movie, but I usually prefer the books...I wasn't disappointed...it was a great book! I thoroughly enjoyed it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QSUWJJQQDPMT?ASIN=0439023521	Quick exciting read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Captivating story keeps you glued to the book wanting to continue reading.  A strange story to think about but great once you start.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JSJYL0VE5617?ASIN=0439023521	great story; great writing; was a wonderful read for three different generations in my family.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great story; great writing; was a wonderful read for three different generation's of my family.  Would recommend for any age over 12</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GY8M61G8W7PE?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING!!!!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">BEST AcTIONPACKED<br/>I HAVE EVER READ AND I HAVE READ A LOT OF BOOKS<br/>IT TOTAL PROVES THE ABILITY OF THE AUTHOR IS outSTANDING</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QGIG0ZYA3H47?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger games: Great book, it is an amazing story, well written. It was bard to put it down. I can't wait to read the second book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VGR543DFQSFW?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">That is a really good book. It was really interesting. I really liked it and no wonder why that so many people found it interesting!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1111Y4LO951PE?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book seemed very much like the movie. I liked it. I think I would read the book first next time. Can't wait for the second one!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23E8XNL73ZRDE?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Once you get started its hard to put down.<br/>I really enjoyed this novel and can't wait to read the next two books in the series.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XMBTEPM01B7?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wasn't sure I`d like this book, but I could hardly put it down. An ironic twist on the ""reality"" shows which are so popular on TV.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UPDOZL28A866?ASIN=0439023521	Great reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent!!!! Can't wait to read the rest!!!<br/>Thanks for opening my imagination again after all these years. So very refreshing!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KL1FFY7VVWLX?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I chose this rating because I got absorbed into her world. It was well written and the characters were visible and believable to me.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RB0KKB5U9OR7N?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am not a real Sci-Fi / fantasy fan but I thoroughly enjoyed this book.  It was very easy to become involved with these characters.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R105SC8IK3AZUM?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved all of the books in this series.  The first one really grabs you and locks you in.  I couldn't wait to get the 2nd, and 3rd.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35TNF6V8D50CD?ASIN=0439023521	Compelling	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Kept me wanting to read. Definitely want to understand this world more and the relationships between the district's and the capital.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3S4XJT5JXHN9V?ASIN=0439023521	They hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Why This Book Should Get Five Stars<br/>The hunger games  was one of the best books I have ever read. I would even read them again.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HWEESD5E7L7P?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome one word doesn't explain it all but it's pretty close !!!!!!!!!<br/>It is such an awesome book the way it adds to the movie</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31X104DTMH10?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the<br/> first book I have read cover to cover in a long time. It kept me on the  edge of my seat and I read it in one day!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SQJGXMVVLSRF?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for More	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Really enjoyed every page! Surprised of how much it held my attention. Interesting how small details aren't the same from the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2X8AD58Z7H73W?ASIN=0439023521	Sweet	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was awesome. Will read over and over again. Will also recommend to my friends and family. Can't wait to read the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NPAGAVA5O9RL?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is very good, I would recommend to anybody who loves to read. As soon as I started reading I was unable to to put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IDECQRJR5PB7?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I cannot stop reading this book! It is so good! I would  recommend it to everyone. Trust me you won't be able to put the book down!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GJYO5BRNZP4H?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was one of the coolest books that I have  ever read besides the Harry Potter books,<br/>If read good books but The Hunger Game's</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32ZOP0066N9IE?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought the book was fantastic. Took some time to get going...but once it did, I couldn't put it down. Very vivid and picturesque.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XNR1UGC620LZ?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a very entertaining story. I thought the characters personalities were very likeable.I would recommend this book to everyone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QYRDOWV4L4O7?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Way better than the movie! Gives more detail and the star crossed lover routine comes more alive and is more believable in the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNULT9X5QS78S?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book. A little different from what I thought it would be. Getting started on book two. Can't wait to read what happens next.!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2U2ZXA6NE0ZYO?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is well written and thought-provoking. I loved it! Definitely recommended and the rest of the series is equally wonderful.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RO0RNPI2Q0XR8?ASIN=0439023521	Fabulous	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great story. Great characters. Love the entire series and contesting see the rest of the movies. Wish we didn't have to wait so long</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RSOAH1Q063QV?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't stop reading a thriller to the end	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved the book so much that I will be purchasing and watching the movie based on the book. Will read the other books in the trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R66W0NUVTXMLO?ASIN=0439023521	Very good!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is suspenseful and keeps you on your toes until the very end. Keeps you guessing the whole time. I recommend it to anyone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QSCK3NQUAWTM?ASIN=0439023521	Best I've read in years	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Riveting from start to finish. I literally finished it in less than 24 hours. Couldn't put it down! Going to start the next one now.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1B0MO9MSP5GLH?ASIN=0439023521	OMGGG	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm so obsessed with this trilogy you have no idea how many times I've read this even after the move. I would give this ten stars!!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3V90J28IVJJQ1?ASIN=0439023521	pretty good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very good story line  and development. The characters are dynamic. The read is also a quick and easy one. Good for any young reader.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32FW13FDZE4PT?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good book and CARRY ON! I feel spiritually refreshed after this amazing journey of games and entangled love shared by Kat and peers!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DNXMAMY7X8RY?ASIN=0439023521	I love this series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">These books are a wonderful quick paced escape from the everyday. Easily accessible and heart warming. I absolutely love this series</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PPG4WEMADQK9?ASIN=0439023521	Avid Reader	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was in LOVE with The Hunger Games from the first chapter.  I must have read it almost 15 times!!! I encourage you to read it also.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3EARQWRHH1655?ASIN=0439023521	Love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">First couple chapters where hard to get into but after that I was hooked and couldn't put  it down. Can't wait to read the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TGC0Q93C7YX0?ASIN=0439023521	Love it!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Outstanding story!!! Keeps me interested!!!<br/>I download it to my kindle and take it everywhere...<br/>Great for long car rides!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SQXZF8CN9FOD?ASIN=0439023521	best book ever!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was an amazing book. I loved how it had so much action and romance at the same time. I am just waiting to read the second book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2B3HDSBA0OCPE?ASIN=0439023521	Gooooood	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved the book<br/>Cant wait to read,the next one in the series. Couldn't put it down. And i usually don't read these kink of books</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWBN2YYGATMZT?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book it was so interesting!  I recommend this book th others because it was fun to read and make you want to read more.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDJLRQC0W1OOR?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games is a must read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is an unusual book that generated a mixture of emotions while reading. It is one of those books you cannot put down</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PN9041T9MKG5?ASIN=0439023521	fantastic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">would recommend to everyone i know, nice large print ....good condition on arrival and could not put it down once i started reading.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PROAG4VN5KE1?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Didn't think I'd like this one from reading the synopsis, but I ended up loving it. Fast-paced and exciting. A page turner for sure.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35AO2NT8K6LMA?ASIN=0439023521	A book between twilight and Harry potter	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">There is a specific flavor to this book and I feel it lies somewhere between twilight and Harry potter and closer to the potter end.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3F1W0IN1O1LS7?ASIN=0439023521	Great book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book kept me reading! it is very good and exciting. It is also a very easy read! I really had a very hard time putting it down!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1G0YRMBO3B23N?ASIN=0439023521	Unexpected	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very unexpected not as out there as i  thought it would be<br/><br/> can't wait to read the other book. thanks for lend. Jim moles</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OEJ9R5T1DLTN?ASIN=0439023521	Hello!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of the BEST books I've ever read, I couldn't stop reading, it trapped me. It's Better to read the book and then watch the movie.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVG1797O1G21P?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Easy read, flows and the reader  gets caught in the story. Looking forward to reading the next two books. Discovered another author.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30BYBLJ3ZTYXS?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Exciting book.  Don‘t like reading about children being killed though.<br/>I hope book two has been written.  Excellent movie also.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PUOD960NJDCQ?ASIN=0439023521	brilliant book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">so many things to like in the book. the details of the action , and the hardships these people have to face. it deserves five stars.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HQ7HXCZY0YNE?ASIN=0439023521	Pretty Good Book but to much something	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">There was a  little too much romance for me in the book, but the rest was better I loved the Part 2 the best not so much for Part 3.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1AK6Z0HQR9U4L?ASIN=0439023521	Wow.  That was amazing.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm not one to be drawn into the young adult, romantic novels(as I thought this was at first glance), but was I ever wrong.  I was very late to The Hunger Games party, but after reading a review that described it as ""the complete opposite of Twilight"", I figured I would give it a shot.  And am I glad I did.  This book gets the action started quickly, and it doesn't stop.  You will be turning pages until your fingers get tired.  I don't want to spill anything for those who haven't read or heard about the books yet, but just imagine Blade Runner meets Running Man with teenagers and wilderness.  You can't help but draw parallels to our young men and women abroad in the war.  Just read it.  You will not be disappointed.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TE8OCO8CBPKB?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I finally decided to buy this book after reading its description and customer reviews a few different times on Amazon. I've picked books before with rave reviews only to be let down. I do not typically like futuristic or sci-fi types of stories. This book did not disappoint me! It exceeded my expectations. The futuristic element is there but it's not over done and didn't take away from the characters. I felt like the main characters were defined well and will capture your heart. The description of the ""games"" was great. As I read the book, it played out in my mind like a movie. It's fast paced, easy to read and hard to put down. I recommended it to two friends and they both loved it just as much. It's worth reading!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GPVV8ASRYPKZ?ASIN=0439023521	Great book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Page turner. This is my second time reading the series. Getting ready for the final movie. I can't wait to finish the series again!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RI8W9F1NJF579?ASIN=0439023521	It is easy to get lost in the book and you can ...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My daughter says it is not as gruesome as you might think. It is easy to get lost in the book and you can relate to the characters.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMN0N2814UEF4?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was amazing and cool<br/> I thought peeta  was dead and I was like what they can't do that. It was better than I thought is was</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FI8OHDNMWBS0?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The best book ever. My favorite book by Suzanne Collins. And the second. And the third. It's amazing. Love it!!😘😻👏💖💋💗💝💞💕🌈</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Y1AJ0B2FH0SC?ASIN=0439023521	Give it...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't get into the first time I tried but picked it up again a few months later, and love it. Can't wait to start mocking Jay.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NE9TESSU857P?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've read numerous times, just gets better. I'd recommend it for anyone. All three books are great, but the first two are the best.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PONNS9CL659H?ASIN=0439023521	AWSOME BOOK	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I recommend this book for everyone who likes fantasy and romance. I chose this book because I knew it would be good from the title.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XLZCIMSS49R2?ASIN=0439023521	Much better than the movie!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Rich detail. Keeps you involved from the first chapter. Although this book is written for young people, I still found it enjoyable.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DXMCLKHUFUWS?ASIN=0439023521	good stuff	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Liked the style &amp; substance of this exciting story.  Undertones of governmental oppression make it timely &amp; interesting for anyone.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1T1GWEPKUUB1T?ASIN=0439023521	I'm glad I didn't see the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm glad I didn't see the movie. A long time since I read a book I couldn't put down. I have now started the second in the trilogy.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1F14157406G62?ASIN=0439023521	Engaging	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book kept me wanting to read more. It isn't too deep, but has both excitement and romance in it. I know I cried at least once.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R134PSCNVVC138?ASIN=0439023521	second time	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Second time reading this book and I loved it this time too. Strange idea but pretty well written. On to book 2 for the second time!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRXH5XUMFAVO6?ASIN=0439023521	GREAT BOOK!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is so good I couldn't stop reading it! In my opinion, I would rate it 5 stars! I have read it 5 times already! Good Book!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMW0WDHSCV7FK?ASIN=0439023521	Loveeee	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So great! It reminded me of 1984 with a modern twist. It was really brilliant. I usually never read fiction but it was so fabulous!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33Z5NL40IXMQZ?ASIN=0439023521	I loved these books!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked them but they are not for 12 year olds. Do they really need to be subjected to such a dystopian future at such a young age?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TZF6NN7XXDTJ?ASIN=0439023521	Not my cup of tea	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My aunt recommended this but I couldn't get into it. If you like this kind of story I'm sure it's a good book but it wasn't for me.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29QPEZYQUSMC6?ASIN=0439023521	I LOVE IT!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'd recommend this to anyone really. It was awesome! The description in a lot of books are too much but in here, it was just right.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZDYJ5VDJFPQT?ASIN=0439023521	Good Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a very good book. It got my attention and kept it until the end. A fast read. I plan on reading the other 2 books as well.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RX6AF521VC6TO?ASIN=0439023521	Great books	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love the hunger games! I've read 1&amp;2 about to start on the third. I've enjoyed reading about katniss's love triangle, #team Gale!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SFJ4UTVEHEI?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was incredible!  I can't wait to read the next one and watch the movies!  I'm gonna get started with the movie right now.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ER7S32UQ4OW4?ASIN=0439023521	awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love the hunger games it's awesome and romantic I also love peeta he's my favorite and I love the story between katniss and peeta</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MAFKEKL3OEW3?ASIN=0439023521	Great buy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book. Couldn't stop reading from one chapter to the next one. Very well linked. Finished in 2 days n reading the second book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JVTOJ6FCLS81?ASIN=0439023521	I'M IN LOVE	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was amazing.<br/>I watched the movie, and then decided to read the book.<br/>My favorite character was Katniss by far:)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ODF5M0OOSTKB?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is 5x better than the movie so if u have seen the movie and thought it not good read this there is a lot more<br/>detail</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IZMAXPTB1FAJ?ASIN=0439023521	A must read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't stop reading once I started, the whole series is a must read for people of all ages. One of my favorite series of all time</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1V4C3NNFHKY46?ASIN=0439023521	I was hooked by the end of chapter 1	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">excellent book!  I must admit I was very skeptical at the premise of this book.  once I started reading it, I couldn't put it down!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNQGOZF2563JC?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The best book i cried when each tribute died and laughed at every strange thing i leared about the capital i love the hunger game's</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2S8HBX01D6H2A?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What a beautifully written and heart wrenching book. Loved the survival aspect of it, and living off the nature which was provided.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZMA8KCFCUUP8?ASIN=0439023521	wow	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved it!! I haven't read such a good book in the longest time and this is really a good book to be honest I was so happy with it</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R292QKJAQ8LHFK?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is one of those books you just can't put down. It was totally believable. Well written, making you want the heroes to survive.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R149CQVPZXHH5I?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it all is a the gross. But super good<br/>The book is great every one should read it but not little kids it would scare them</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGF9ZFJJDYW?ASIN=0439023521	Great, couldn't put it down.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't wait to get to the second book and am almost finished with the third.  Wonderful series. I would recommend it to anyone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7P4XQ7ZG016J?ASIN=0439023521	Great book, better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A great, easy summer read, but you become totally engrossed in the characters. Just finished book 2 and can't wait to start book 3.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HY6DLGAXIB3W?ASIN=0439023521	GREAT BOOK	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love this book. Great story line and each character is amazing. You feel the pain and emotions, great reading material for all ages</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGKAJ79XCCJDB?ASIN=0439023521	Can't put it down.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is so good.  You fall in love with the main characters immediately.  I read this straight through...couldn't put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7J525C6YIAXV?ASIN=0439023521	SPEACHLESS!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I like this book a lot. It's kept me busy. I personally like a bit of romance in books. I think it gives the book a bit of a twist.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SKFJ51VNMBJ6?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent story.  Have read it before and will definitely read it again.  Absolutely love it. Very enjoyable read. highly reccomend</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFG2974HO5OEV?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked everything about this book.  It was riveting right from the start.  I couldn't wait to start the next book once I finished.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2EKPL2B8QTDBA?ASIN=0439023521	First Hunger experience	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Absolutely loved this book. Had a hard time putting it down and can't wait to start the next one! I would recommend this to anyone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RM4OR9MMWT1E?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good book<br/>Loved it<br/>Reading the series<br/>Can't wait to read what happens next and I will tell my friends absinthe book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WAG1E225M5MA?ASIN=0439023521	Enjoyed very much	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Easy reading and keeps you engaged all the way through the book. Would recommend to anyone.  Can't wait to continue on to book two.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GSHISA88D8JL?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful character development	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the book because of Katniss' character growth throughout the whole story, plus the promise of new growth in future stories.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OD10PT9Q86U6?ASIN=0439023521	Tantalizing tidbits	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I found this book full of classical novel references.  From ""1984"" with its Big Brother overtones to a ""Lord of the Flies"" feeling.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3S3XICN70J1VY?ASIN=0439023521	Great reading!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie first, so when I began reading the book, it was very hard to put down. It kept me interested from beginning to end.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KR77XWFPUS9J?ASIN=0439023521	should I buy this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a must read for the fantasy set. It is fast moving and intrigueing. It will keep you on the edge of your seat till the end.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROB3LFDATB2DK?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was amazing so much better than the movie! Absolutely loved it I can't wait to finish reading all of The Hunger<br/>Games books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1T2BVMJ8LAQKS?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Now I understand all the hype about the movie. Looking forward to continuing the series. Only hope the movie does the book justice.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTPR8Y21745ZR?ASIN=0439023521	Must read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put this book down just finished reading tonight and I'm looking forward to finding out what's going to happen in book 2</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RELCUKVEET5N?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent-suspenceful.Would highly recommend this book. Have seen the movie, but enjoy the book. Cannot wait to read her next book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1N3UXZ0T6IV9M?ASIN=0439023521	Bought it for the hype...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">And majorly disappointed. Admittedly, I saw the movie first which was not very good either. The last chapter picks up a bit though.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2EO3EZ3VZ0QEN?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book! A friend recommended it to me so I thought I'd see what it was all about and absolutely could not put it down!!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8BLASWW24OSE?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't put it down!  Read it in a day.  Can't wait to read the others in the series.  Great read for adults as well as teenagers.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10W69MEO4RKAT?ASIN=0439023521	Exciting Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was almost impossible to put down.  Futuristic, action filled, social commentary and young love.  What more could you ask for?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTCL10DSYO77J?ASIN=0439023521	Captivating	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">By far the best book I have ever read. It captivates you and at times it seems as if you are in the arena edging<br/>them forward.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27S3ISFBW1VJK?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was absolutely amazing. It couldn't have been any better! It's amazing the way Suzanne placed the events that took place.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZQGWMEIVYFFJ?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What a easy read!! Always held my attention! I truly enjoyed reading it and can't wait to start the next one and  see what happens!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10FOU3EICKFZ?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome book...I couldn't put it down...finished the whole trilogy in less than two weeks...waiting to see what the movies are like</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4ZBISNMIL5B0?ASIN=0439023521	Held spellbound	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book held me Captivated from beginning to end. I  can't wait to read the next book. I recommend this book for any avid reader.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Q4DN8FJZ6EU5?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I watched the movie first, but the book is better, in my opinion. If you're looking for a good read, I definitely suggest this one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BKOMXVPFQYPF?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book!!!!!! The romance,action, the sentiments! The whole book just weaves a perfect story! The author is very talented.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4SHJXSMCK2G3?ASIN=0439023521	OMG	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love how the book is written and it leaves me in suspense throughout the entire book.<br/>I can't wait for the second book!!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23DC6JSIE7V6B?ASIN=0439023521	Poignant	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Don't lose your humanity  even when faced with difficult decisions. Women are strong in spite of prejudice. And nature is beautiful</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25X2MK2MPFZPN?ASIN=0439023521	Th  hunger  games... breathtaking	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I luv this book of romance and tragedy. It is an unforgettable story. Peeta and  Katniss make a great couple... i wish i had peeta.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CSLUW1DB9DL4?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Riveting from the first page, the action continues all the way to the end and still leaves a cliffhanger. I hope there is a sequel!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QYUP9LNF4SEA?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was very reluctant to read this book. Thanks to much persuasion I read it &amp; absolutely loved it. Can't wait to read the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2X5Z8621WB9G?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book!!!!!! I loved this book!<br/><br/>Awesome job!!!! This book was very easy to read and I will  recommend it to others!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZM66V222Y1FH?ASIN=0439023521	Sometimes all you can do is just survive	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was an interesting twist on life and how sometimes it is more about surviving than winning.  I will probably read the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UNNH9RH9NJY?ASIN=0439023521	Great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love survival stories. This one was very interesting and had a great ending. Would highly reccommend to anyone who loves reading.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NARE29AP92WV?ASIN=0439023521	really great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Though the movie did no justice to the book, the entire series is really amazing. Story line and tone are suspenseful and engaging.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2AMD8R96TBWG4?ASIN=0439023521	Kept my attention	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm not fond of gruesome stories that involve children killing each other, but this was a good read. I might read the rest of them.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QAPKPL03B7BG?ASIN=0439023521	great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As always much better than the movie. i almost didn't read it because i saw the movie and didn't think i needed to. I'm glad i did!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TXQS6MJ4R5BA?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of my favorite books!!! definitely worth buying and reading. Much better than the movie. Hard to put down once you have started</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NFI0TCJ3U5NT?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of the b“st books ever. The story kept me reading for hours and hours. I couldn't put it down.  Can't for to read the next two.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1O6VWM5P66H04?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fast moving, interesting subject matter fully packed with action and suspense.  When I had to leave it I couldn't wait to get back.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XP7C6033V2HX?ASIN=0439023521	Good fun	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Obviously it wasn't as good as the book but they castes Katniss perfectly. It was all good fun. I would look forward to the sequel.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RXFBSQD47DN1?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Thoroughly enjoyed this book, could not put it down!! Cannot wait to watch the movie and also finish the trilogy. Highly recommend!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HB1PFJDWNWHQ?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book (The Hunger Games) Purchased at Amazon	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great Book I Recommend . Amazon is Awesome !!! Keeps you wanting to keep reading not boring at all Cant wait to see the Movie now .</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVBW985SBHE6X?ASIN=0439023521	Reading second book now!  Loved Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow, I am too busy reading the second book to properly review Hunger Games!  Loved it!  Stop reading reviews and go read this book!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RW9VJ49GBCMWU?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book really quickly. Really great read and way better than the movie! I highly recommend it. What are you waiting for?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2J6ZDX40IF5N3?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fabulous. Well done. I finished it in three days. I absolutely loved it. Every detail and moment was gripping and kept me reading.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38C9SC4FXEDDD?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read all day and all night long. Couldn't put it down when I was eating, working or even walking with the phone and reading on it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/REZHACUH11W0U?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Really good book.  Easy to read took no time to finish.  Felt like I was watching the movie.  Would recommend this book to anyone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGXKQZ4IRY6Q6?ASIN=0439023521	The best book by far	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I personally think that the book is amazing and after the 20th chapter I fell in love with Kattniss she is a brave and smart girl.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2712B9C85UZ6Z?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great story line, great character building. Suspense, family, love, and hope.  Enjoyed it greatly can't wait to read the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22T08989XTWXI?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fast-paced, exciting, and much better than the movie. I finished this novel in only a couple days and can't wait to read the next.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R204ZZ0PJZO2Z3?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is outstanding and amazingly well written. Suzanne Collins does an incredible job at creating an entire dystopian world.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NKA0Y5HJ7565?ASIN=0439023521	HUNGER GAMES	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I LOVE this book (and the movie)I would recommend it to people who like a little(a lot) of action and a little romance like me !!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MFI6CB2Y8BAE?ASIN=0439023521	the hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is my all time favorite series! I AM A TOTAL HARDCORE FANGIRL!!!! READ THE BOOK!!!!! KATNISS EVERDEEN FOREVER! And Peeta too.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SGJCXXZ7HDYY?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm  a huge harry potter fan and I needed something to read this was like these harry potter it's awesome so glad I read this book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QQYRRZF6TX9A?ASIN=0439023521	Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A very detailed book<br/>Every vivid detail  about the characters I like<br/>Only those who would like to read as an opportunist</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DE9LSIA5Z9KY?ASIN=0439023521	a wonderful read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is an excellent read with a beautiful plot, conflict at every turn and a danger awaiting. I enjoyed it very much.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27066WDVA80VI?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">REALLY GOOD BOOK! I DEFINITELY RECOMMEND THIS FOR TEENS. Please don't read this book if you don't like death, crying, or romances.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MCLEBQRCNJNL?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">but it gets kind of boring at some parts .i recommend it to adults and children<br/><br/>overall: it was awesome and a good read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8CL1S6M85URB?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Totally 5 stars do look worth paying for or not u will love it please read this book!!!!!!!!!!can't wait to read catching fire!!!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZZ0J5SCRJNYG?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing story!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very well-written, captivating, makes for good literary analysis, and is definitely an ""I don't want to put it down"" book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MT8M4KQTNULT?ASIN=0439023521	Pretty sure everyone knows this is a good book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't really think this book needs rated. Everyone has seen the success it has seen in the movies. Of course the book is better.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33THTT0W8FFXJ?ASIN=0439023521	Games of Hunger	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good book, even for an old f__t like myself.Looking forward to reading the final two acts as the""star-crossed"" lovers sort it out.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZI4SEUC3SXFV?ASIN=0439023521	love the story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The hunger games is an action packed quick read. I enjoyed the complicated relationship that developers between Katniss and Peeta.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VBLBUF5TOPPT?ASIN=0439023521	Great!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't put it down<br/>Exceeded my expectations entirely. Cannot wait to Starr the next book tomorrow night! Hope you all enjoy</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCNDXFLWNEP0Q?ASIN=0439023521	Omg	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book. I can't wait to read the others. The movie was good too. I can't wait for  the movie chatting fire to come out.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LYGCL1V0HYBK?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Far better than the movies I cheered on the heroes and booed everyone else. The author points you square in the protagonists shoes</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KWLYR2A7BN6W?ASIN=0439023521	Did enjoy the writing and character s	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was okay lost interest in about half way through reading.  Took me a few extra weeks to pick it back up and start reading again</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11U9TXYCDDUQN?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing book would read it over again loved it super suggested never stop reading right as your about to something exiting happens</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GWA8PQIC6R6B?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is fabulous and I am touched and into the action of the book. I have read this book 6 times because of how great it was.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4GWRY6TCIZJU?ASIN=0439023521	Great start to a series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was really good, took a couple chapters to get hooked but then I was hooked for the whole series and so was my husband!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KTGZDOAPEHRQ?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I hope the book was better because I found the movie tiresome in spots.  I had to watch to see how it came out, but it was ho hum.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YSZEXASLTH0N?ASIN=0439023521	Flat out great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you haven't read this where have you been.  If you've only watched the movie you're missing out, it's just really, really good.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10869JJ1VE0ZN?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A very good book with action an a little bit of humor and love story in there. All I have to say is that this is a very good book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BNP9NQY18946?ASIN=0439023521	amazing story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">another book i couldnt put down i just needed to know what will hapen next iv seen the movie and i thought the book was way better</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKMBNYV02GFID?ASIN=0439023521	Very good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this after I watched the movie. I am amazed that the movie followed the book so well. That speaks very well for the author.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBDPVX7NYSVAN?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Beat book ever.. i cant wait to get the second one.. third one .. and thw next.. i wander how much it cost.. i wuld pay 100 for it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHU5MPYU6PYOY?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the love story behind the action. The plot kept me guessing. I recommend this to the hopeless romantics and action seekers</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LM541I666IYM?ASIN=0439023521	Great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put it down. There was always a twist that kept me wanting more. Very intriguing story. Need to know what happens next.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FYA7KIRTW8I1?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a very interesting, captivating book. I really enjoyed every second of it. Once I started reading I couldn't put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1X2FK5HZCM2TQ?ASIN=0439023521	Outstanding	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put it down.  Keeps you hanging on to the end and then leaves you wanting even more.  Can't wait to read the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BDYEEAHD6XEO?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best series I have  ever read. I would recommend it to teens and tweens looking for an intense and emotional book to pass to time.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RI54ZCK2FMDS3?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it awesome book! Great writer and story! Can't wait to read next one! Couldn't get enough of it  read it in less then 3 days</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15AMPGHK4CEZG?ASIN=0439023521	THE HUNGER GAMES	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing book! Loved every minute  of it!!! KEPT MY ATTENTION THE whole  TIME! Would recommend this to everyone,! Wonderful series!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24Z4K00Q54SQ5?ASIN=0439023521	My new favorite book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is one of the most delightful book I have ever read. The author's writing style is vividly enthralling. Well worth your time.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQ3OQFXBP4UZI?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games makes me HUNGRY for more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the book and can't wait to read more! Looking forward to reading the next Hunger Games novel and maybe even see the movie!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5D2H6SVW6CTL?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the whole series!! It wasn't what I expected, but the author wrote the story in such a way I couldn't put the books down!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNK3BC524WYBT?ASIN=0439023521	HUNGER GAMES	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">very good book<br/>I loved it and the movie<br/>Effie is so funny<br/>Katniss is brave and strong<br/>I love Jennifer Lawrence</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IKCTDM90T96U?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read the book after seeing the movie. Both were fantastic! I couldn't put this book down. Looking forward to reading the others.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ET4QOQ6JWURG?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was so much more than I ever expected. I absolutely loved it. I would recommend this to anyone looking for a great read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R881TENZ3ZLIO?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wasn't expecting it to be this good. Can't wait to start the next one to find out what happened with Katniss and Peers and Gale!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1D4KYY4OVLGN7?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What  an amazing read the second time. Cannot get enough. The girl on fire is definitely on fire. Can't wait for the second movie!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYSAC7ZZQYHQP?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games newest fan	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was so easy to read, spellbinding page turner!  Highly recommended for any age, it really makes you think about what if.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1999OZG7NPEJW?ASIN=0439023521	HUNGER GAMES	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book, imaginative writing with horror being mixed with underlying love story. I would strongly recommend the book to anyone.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39ZTDBW22WU2X?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved this book! It goes into so much more depth than the movie and there is much more emotion. I recommend this book to EVERYONE!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MBTL33XHSQGM?ASIN=0439023521	WOW	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm an adult and loved this book. I read it on vacation and devoured it within hours. I couldn't wait to pick it up and read more.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPZMJYX2RHMIJ?ASIN=0439023521	Exciting Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book kept me enthralled.  It's interesting to see Katniss slowly begin to accept her male counterpart as the story progresses.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTHPE30X8EDMT?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I never thought I would like this book, but I ended up loving it. Hated how it ended about to go buy the next book when I get home</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LZMBONOC1KNL?ASIN=0439023521	Very good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very clever characters. I would recommend this book to every one of my friends and I am glad that this book was recommended to me.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R51H9H7DHJPAK?ASIN=0439023521	Not bad for a fantasy novel for tweens	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Decided I better see what all of the hype over the hunger games was about. Glad I read it even if fantasy is not my favorite genre</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3J6PKXSY8K9XZ?ASIN=0439023521	Teh Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't put it down.  It is a  creative and engaging story.  I liked the characters and hope it isn't what the world will become.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1C0PKU56JJV7N?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Everything about this book was perfect. It was greatly written and I would not put it down. The plot kept me attached at all times</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TZV36M2FETIG?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome Choice	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was an awesome story. The series itself was amazing &amp; I can't Even begin to describe how well written these books were. 5 stars</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39YE56OU57F1U?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love the action and suspense in this book. Some parts of the book can be a little bit violent, but overall this is a great book!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YBT3IXSVBII0?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">LOVED this book!! if you haven't already read this book, you are MISSING OUT! the plot was great, and the characters easy to love!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VSZ9CYIH5Z37?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The first of the series and it was great - a little bloody, but definitely grabbed my attention!  Grandson now reading the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13859D1KCK780?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very well written. Interesting, from the first page to the last. Enjoyed every bit of it. Looking forward to reading the next book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1S488UADXC6QU?ASIN=0439023521	Captivating	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't put it down.  Now I know what all of the talk was about. Really enjoyed the constant action. I can't wait to start book 2</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FGPCS8SSYTOK?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Saw the movie first. Had a few questions so I read the book. There were so many things left out of the movie. Book was way better.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RD50C66EBAQOT?ASIN=0439023521	love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is one of the best books I have read this year. I just could not put it down and that goes for the entire trilogy</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QL0EUQEEICPH?ASIN=0439023521	Camsmom	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great series! Very easy to get into and a very quick read. Very violent, kids killing kids but done as well as that could be done.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYFVCF2VR0VXP?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After seeing the movie, I wanted to get more details about the characters and their backgrounds .  I was not  disappointed at all!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TOILPJAHOUK5?ASIN=0439023521	In honour of The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Such a riveting concept. The Hunger Games creates a world that is so possible it's terrifying. A future both forward and backward.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VZTGDBMFIX4H?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Was amazed of the imagination of the author. Held me spell bound through the whole trilogy.<br/>Read all three books in one week.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3E7I2HW9P8HLG?ASIN=0439023521	Page turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this book. Never read anything like it, but it almost immediately grabbed me. Once it did I couldn't put it down.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VS5GVEY9IXL3?ASIN=0439023521	ABSOLUTELY AMAZING!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I ordered this book off of amazon a couple of years back because it sounded so different and so interesting but for some reason kept choosing other books off of the shelf instead - up until a few weeks ago when I decided it was time. And I read the ENTIRE Hunger Games Trilogy in a matter of a few days. There are few other books out there that had as equal of an effect on me. The only thing that I can say that I am disappointed about is the fact that its over. And honestly I would have liked to have a had a little more at the end of Mocking Jay. Dont get me wrong the ending was amazing.. I just wanted more details. But absolutely loved them! WOW! Buy them. All 3 of them. You will regret it if you dont!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SLD87X8VQXK0?ASIN=0439023521	Important Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">An important book and series, a sort of young lit version of Orwell's 1984.  And like 1984, it will be in print decades from now.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R203X8KIAQXYWK?ASIN=0439023521	Great book. Couldn't stop reading.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read. Couldn't stop reading. Loved it from beginning to end. Great storyline though sad at times. Definitely worth reading.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCKVTOWPZQLX8?ASIN=0439023521	Great story about a socialist society and the pitfalls of it.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing story of a young girl having to make difficult choices to survive insurmountable challenges. Rivitting. Hard to put down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MK2YKCEPSWH8?ASIN=0439023521	My Favorite	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is the beginning. It opens up Katniss's world for all to see. I have read it multiple times and it is better each time!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38Q202FW0S9NT?ASIN=0439023521	the story was very moving!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The fact that our country had been destroyed made it riveting!  Imagine what must have caused the destruction.  It blows my mind!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBBNC92OT3W28?ASIN=0439023521	Great stuff	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love this book with its vivid imagery. Always pulls me back about once a year. The books are so much more robust than the movies.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SMY329HZQ2J?ASIN=0439023521	I would definitely recommend!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I guess I was expecting it to be more indulgent with all the hype, but it was still a good read. moving on to Catching Fire next!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2E7SSWT2F0L2R?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A real page turner the hunger games will keep you on the edge of your seat the whole time while letting your imagination run wild</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HMQAWKWVT2ME?ASIN=0439023521	Pretty good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought it was good except for the beginning of the book.<br/>Chubb though vggffgv vggffgv vggffgv hubbub vggffgv b b.s. Mbeki</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIBSWKRRJLRVX?ASIN=0439023521	Took a few chapters to capture my interest, but ...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Took a few chapters to capture my interest, but stick with it, worth your while. Makes us see what we have to be be thankful for.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BYNCSIP2DCKY?ASIN=0439023521	THE MOST AMAZING BOOK EVER MADE	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's the most amazing, beautiful, meaningful book I've ever read. I read all three books in 2 weeks! You should read these books!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LPZFAQ7DM19I?ASIN=0439023521	Dark and compelling!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">story moved along well, held my interest never bogged down. characters brought to life brilliantly! a this generation Hardy Boys!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MDBHX2MJ3FMP?ASIN=0439023521	Finally I see the pull of these books	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I finally decided to start this trilogy and this first book has definitely got me hooked and wanting more. I highly recommend it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PGTPN9D8NQGE?ASIN=0439023521	A Fine Adventure	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This adventure is fast and exciting, and though a teen novel, is also good for adults. Not one dull moment from beginning to end.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CDYRM8D0TIDX?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I went with a four because the beginning was a little boring but right after the reaping<br/>Things started getting interesting.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R92TK2QHWN8JD?ASIN=0439023521	It was awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">lots of action, trying to survive, but in a love kind of way. they couldn't get killed by the other tributes of the Hunger games.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GNORION27VQX?ASIN=0439023521	Two thumbs up	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">See title<br/>Definitely a great read<br/>Especially if you are young<br/><br/>Don't expect it to be like Harry potter though</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLA551D2Z9KKR?ASIN=0439023521	awesome!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">There is not much I can say except that this book was awesome!!! I was glue to it for one day and finished from cover to cover...</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16IIXHW7E2QVU?ASIN=0439023521	great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Draws yu right in and keeps you turning the pages. Great characters and story line that captivates your emotions. Wil read again.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2V66V6EC2CI8E?ASIN=0439023521	If you liked Divergent....	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I realize that the Hunger Games came first, but I happened to read Divergent first. I must say, the Hunger Games were 10x better!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NLQ45RKNBRVN?ASIN=0439023521	re-reading for second time	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm enjoying it just as much as the first time.  Gearing up for the new movie coming up.  Am reading Catching Fire right now.  :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WY13MIVYKCKX?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The movie was great- this was insanely better.  It's young adult, yet, more captivating than anything I've read in quite a while.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Y1Y8H902GTFZ?ASIN=0439023521	This is a definite must read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a great book! Very interesting storyline... You become vested in the characters, flaws and all. It was a great quick read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRY4WE9OIS78N?ASIN=0439023521	Loved every minute!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it from beginning to end.  Can't wait to start book two!  Would recommend to anyone who likes an exciting and complex plot.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BNJP3UB4C5Y3?ASIN=0439023521	one of the best books ever!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So well written, action packed, romance, suspense,... This book has it all! One of the few books that are impossible to put down!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Y74AVJDXGM95?ASIN=0439023521	I <3 this book....	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was super cool, although unrealistic. Peeta was my absolute fave character. Read this book and the odds will be in your favor.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SO0IGV8PRCQZ?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">loved it good suspense<br/>I love that the movie stayed pretty true to the book. It was great read. Can't wait to read the rest.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NCGXYHQZHQD3?ASIN=0439023521	Best Book Ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">THIS IS THE GREATEST BOOK EVER!!! I love the movie too, but the book is way better. There isn't any way to make this book better.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRV4JLV5D6LEK?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book is well written. A page turner. You care about the characters in the story and revile the Capital and all it stands for.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIJV25GHY1NP3?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have watched the movie and now have read the book. They are both amazing. This book was fun to read and was full of excitement.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SFTPAQX0TRPG?ASIN=0439023521	LOVE IT	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love how Peeta is so venerable and I'm so in love with how he really does love Katniss but she thinks it's just a tactic to win</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3N01E893MO31H?ASIN=0439023521	Book is a good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The writer tells a good story, The pace is good, all character are well rounded and lot of excitement throughout the whole story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FUK5T8DB0P2A?ASIN=0439023521	Great book and quick read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love the storyline and creativity utilized by the author!!! This book is difficult to put down. The 2nd and 3rd are great also!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1P865WWS5ODPO?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Enjoyed  the book much more than the movie for a number of reasons.  Can't wait to start the next book before watching the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QYMIPL6C1RAS?ASIN=0439023521	Adored  this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So much better than the movie. There's so much more to the story than they even began to  show in the film. Well worth the money.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HBZ78E14PWT5?ASIN=0439023521	Greatness	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing!  Cannot wait to read then next 2!  Great story, great characters, loved every moment.  I never got bored with this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YQURXLJ4BCCY?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very good! Couldn't stop reading it!<br/>The story was awesome from beginning to the very end. I definitely recommend it to all.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R154HTIS5TH934?ASIN=0439023521	A quick read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book. I read it mostly because of how popular it is in the theaters and I never see a movie without reading the book first.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10JIAOIQXPN10?ASIN=0439023521	Let it end	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I can only give this four stars because while it was a great read I would have preferred it to be complete it one longer version.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RA2ZT9HKD2N5M?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book! I loved how she expressed the feeling of being in the Hunger Games.I would read it again. Now, it's my favorite book!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2F4KRS9BRK34I?ASIN=0439023521	My review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was well written and it made me use my imagination. This book was written for everyone to enjoy.<br/>Pwalter123@comcast</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGH3LUN4WAF15?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Not my normal style of reading, but I was hooked from chapter one.  GREAT book. Can't wait to start the next book in this series.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RI9KGU24E3DY2?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Hands	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed the descriptive feedings.  Action with insight to the intensely devious hunger games. Looking forward to the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WNNMC663ICKT?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Superb very entertaining and intriguing. Keeps reader totally engrossed very hard to put the book down and not just keep reading.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TJ2HOUYG4D6G?ASIN=0439023521	Fast paced yarn!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Quick and deadly!  Hope and despair lead the emotional tides awhirl in the intense rivalry of the combatants of the Hunger Games!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZLUJ3YWCQVDE?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Still enjoyed book even though I read it after having seen the movie. Good writing--keeps the reader interested and wanting more.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1I3RVTRYIA94B?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is very good. I personally feel that this book is very inspirational. I would definitely suggest this book to a friend.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Z7AFOWRCLQSZ?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I LOVE THE BOOK.  I WAS HOOKED RIGHT FROM THE FIRST PAGE.  THE CHARACTERS  WERE ALL SO UNIQUE. I CAN'T WAIT TO READ THE NEXT ONE.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Y9VK0SL58PCJ?ASIN=0439023521	Very good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was a challenge to read and hard to understand at first, but then I got it and the book seemed amazing and it really is</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RK1TQ0UYADUJ?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great love story with lots of adventure and emotion. Full of passion for life and for love!! Can't wait to read the second book!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3EX1OU3LQ3CG2?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The details in the book help tell the story much better than on screen. It makes everything very cohesive. On to the second Book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3K0DTDICEOQ7Q?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazingly great read I couldn't put it down from the moment I started the first chapter and I started the second book right away!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UFO00RSOLABS?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing!!! Couldn't have asked for a better book... can't wait to watch the movie!!! Hope everyone else liked it as much as I did</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3S4ZQQKJ5EQYL?ASIN=0439023521	Love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Would definitely recommend. Great fun. Just enough action. Superb imagery. I have read it twice. I will definitely read it again.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GVJ57RRFTJ8A?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The movie sucked, but the book was excellent. It is 3am and I have to work tomorrow and I want to read a preview of the 2nd book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KWT3HINN64QF?ASIN=0439023521	Done in 3 days	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read, couldn't put it down. Looking forward to downloading the next installment. Hoping the movie follows the story closely</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30SXVACFYL6IS?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book so much! It was wonderfully told. It clear explains the troubles faced by the participants of the Hunger Games.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28RDD05P4WF9X?ASIN=0439023521	Very good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this book, it's political reality is terrifying. The hunger games are reminiscent of the ancient Roman collseum.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20UXUFDFD1Q0X?ASIN=0439023521	Love it!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best trilogy ever!!!<br/>Read this awesome trilogy to all of y'all.<br/>Love Niki Prass<br/>The hunger games diva<br/>Read it</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RM030HHY4DQT9?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Absolutely lived this and just sad didn't get to read it sooner. Really grabs and keeps your attention. Can't wait to read book 2</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBCDG5TQ4RYX7?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read it out of curiosity, found it well written but not my thing. Wouldn't read another one as it is not meant for my age group!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XXO4JVO298EG?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book!! I'm so reading the series that is how badly I want to finish the series I wish they stayed together though :/</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WWCA17JOY4YW?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book kept me reading.  I couldn't put it down.  Loved it!!  My husband is not a big reader, but he's reading the series now.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R185AN09JVCP4D?ASIN=0439023521	Love this book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read this book twice and will probably read it again! Don't judge a book by its movie...although the movie is quite good as well.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YQB47X8JUF7T?ASIN=0439023521	great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the best series ever. Perfect love story and very, very exiting. This is definatly my most favorite series and book ever.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PC71JSMA9M76?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved this book. I saw the movie first and thought I had to read the book. I wasn't disappointed. I can't wait to read the others</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38IDEW7YNDQWK?ASIN=0439023521	amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Seriously the best book I've ever read tops anything!!  I rellly love it.really beats anything I've ever read great for anyone!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3J8LPO2Z99S7O?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Could not put it down! Absolutely brilliant storyline and krrls the reader interested and guessing until the very end. Brilliant!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9VSGX5JJGIJU?ASIN=0439023521	Not just for teens!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My girls I coach put me on to this and omg I can not put it down great style of writting I look forward to the rest and the movie</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/REP048F4GAGS?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't put them down, awesome read.  normally it's easy to guess what will come next but these books kept me guessing fantastic</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XCU84JMUGERG?ASIN=0439023521	Well written	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well written, interesting couldn't put it down. First gear thing I've ready in a long time. I read this book in a couple of days.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18TA4FDSXHZUO?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great story couldn't stop reading. i would recommend it to anyone  for great reading. just gets better with the turn of each page</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24BWKXDB616FM?ASIN=0439023521	very amazing story!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I finished in two day, the story is very addictive. I think I will get the second book tomorrow!! I strongly recommend this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PHMN6F4A3FY8?ASIN=0439023521	Great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I  couldn't put the book down and can't wait to start book two!  I'm sure the next one will prove to be as thrilling as this one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PXB0XTVCQKOG?ASIN=0439023521	great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you like the movie, you'll love the book, everything makes sense after reading it, I can't wait to finish reading the trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTDM62EUM0JKT?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was great! I didnt really like the movie though. I loved the second one! If you are thinking of reading it, you should!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CU4MF3FHRONF?ASIN=0439023521	best series I've read this year. real page turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this book. It's the kind that keeps you in suspense. You get attached to the characters and don't want it to end</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R107E5QT9NAJAQ?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of the Best books I've read since the Twilight saga, I couldn't put it down. Can't wait for the sequel Catching Fire in 9/09.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LHTFTMI9FGAG?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book it was intense to the very end, exciting, a twisting romance that always adds to the book. I really enjoyed it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HFPETBDTYN51?ASIN=0439023521	I was sad when it ended.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was very well done.  The author has done what so many others do not.  She has created characters about whom I actually care.  Too often, a great story is weakened by characters whose outcome does not interest me.  After reading the first book in a day (which is very rare for me), I immediately continued on to the second and third.  I was completely engaged in the story.  I stayed up far later than usual last night to complete the trilogy and went to be a little depressed that it was over.<br/><br/>No literary criticisms or plot dissection from me.  It was entertaining, provocative, and at times beautiful.  Definitely worth reading for anyone that appreciates a well thought out and crafted story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30Q1W8WS6X1FO?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great &amp; intriguing story,Sets up characters well, lots of action, suspense, excitement, futuristic story. I kind of saw where it was heading, but after a few surprises it still  kept me entertained till the very end and sets up very well for book #2. You won't be disappointed with The Hunger Games!<br/><br/>The Hunger Games are about the future, where there is 12 districts of Panem (the new world in North America) Each district gets a boy &amp; girl picked to fight for his or her life in the The Hunger Games. It happens once a year, ""The Capital"" puts on this event to keep the districts in fear and prevent an uprising. Character must fight for her life, while maintaining dignity and hope for a better future!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCTTK6OI8OWBQ?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful! A MUST Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely loved this book- and all three in the trilogy. I read through the entire series in a weekend.<br/><br/>First of all, I'm 25- not exactly the typical YA reader; however, my mother and sister each read the novels and encouraged me to do the same. I'm not sorry I did at all!<br/><br/>One of the most exciting and interesting aspects of this trilogy is the complexity of the characters. This isn't a black/ white, good v. bad type of book. Characters form all shades of gray in the novels. I also loved that the plot was a fresh idea, I was completely captivated, and I had no reservations about harassing my fiancé into reading the books.<br/><br/>I would recommend this book to anyone over the age of 14 or so!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1E1PWCKNRA42H?ASIN=0439023521	Get it, Read it, Watch the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read the book, made my daughter read the book , watched the movie, what could be better?  Awesome story and awesome family time.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21BM6O8EVYWZ8?ASIN=0439023521	Great first book!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is amazing!! I can't wait to read Catching Fire and Mockingjay!!! This series is so awesome, thanks Suzanne Collins!!!!! 😃</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1A69B05YG2OTV?ASIN=0439023521	Fun	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book awhile ago and loved it.  The character development is great and makes you want to continue on with the series!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14Z8R216PKIKJ?ASIN=0439023521	Great book and I recommend	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is the best for any one who likes a little romance but a lot of action. So just hit download and you'll be on your way</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QE03X2S1W76V?ASIN=0439023521	mockinjay	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great! Simple to read an extremely catchy! Great trilogy and a must for those WHO love a mix of romance and self preservation...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14JPH8R7GKX45?ASIN=0439023521	Love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book so much it's confusing yet romantic it's a very nice book and I wonder what is going to happen in the next book</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28IFLZK8W6HS6?ASIN=0439023521	love	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed reading this book. I couldn't put it down for the life of me. I would defiantly recommend this book to a friend</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZWP5XRBP1088?ASIN=0439023521	Awwwwesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a great read!!!I love every single second I almost died along with rue! It was just so sad at that part but I'll be fine!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18FGZCEZSN6DR?ASIN=0439023521	very intriguing and full of action and emotional changes great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had a hard time putting it down. It had a lot of action and emotional ups and down. very good book.  I would highly recommend.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34BIKIEH65PQ4?ASIN=0439023521	LOVE	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is one of my favorite book series ever, I couldnt put the book down. Such a good story, keeps your attention the whole time</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20U39339CSFJX?ASIN=0439023521	Page turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Glad I read this before seeing the movie.  Fresh take on a post appocolypse world.  Couldn't put it down at night to get to bed.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1F8F0FP6QW58K?ASIN=0439023521	:) I loved this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a good but violent book I am 11 and I didn't always understand words but the book was awesome and I loved the movies also</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUIIME6IUD1RE?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This series is amazing, and should be required reading for anyone who has any interest whatsoever in expanding their world view.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13HV03WD2DGLL?ASIN=0439023521	Great book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was great and I would recommend it for others to read.  Kept me interested the whole time.  Easy and enjoyable to read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27JGHOD5N7LGK?ASIN=0439023521	Book superior to movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Glad I read this before watching the movie...hard to put down and  can't wait to start Catching Fire.  ill stick with the books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R170MKVXO5SAQ5?ASIN=0439023521	So good!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Once I started I could I couldn't put it down. Such a great read! This is the first book I have read that actually sucked me in.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1V8DN9OKZGUUG?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was great :) I couldn't stop reading it!<br/>A survival violence book with love<br/>Must read the book<br/>I recommend you</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPNSMBIQS879K?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I guess this book is meant for teens, but I really enjoyed it. It is one of those hard to put down reads. I highly recommend it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19UGMBZKGER3E?ASIN=0439023521	Incredible	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's an amazing book that you can't stop reading once you have started. Also, it's very well written and the story is incredible</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IG4JPMLNPF23?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great story from beginning to end.Suzanne Collins really bring the characters alive. I am currently reading the second book now.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKEQVT8S73R2R?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read love this book!  Can't wait to read next book in the series.  catching fire hopefully is just as great if not better.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LVR5MEOHMK3B?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">second time reaDing this. highly reCommend to complete the entire series!! very exciting and quite the page Turner. a must read!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R51Q1ENJXGQYF?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome story line, very well written.  Engaging and thought provoking.  You won't be able to put it down until you're finished!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3K8QXEOM1WPI8?ASIN=0439023521	great story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well written and moved along to keep one's interest until the last page.i recommend this as a quick and exciting read to anyone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NIE6JL6546D3?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent adventure reading it's a must read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome book still reading it. This is a book you will absolutely enjoy reading. Can't wait to read the next book in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3Q29IB4RHV6GH?ASIN=0439023521	A constant page turner !	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Of course I give this book a five star rating. Absolutely love the hunger games trilogy. Recommended this book to all my friends</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1D35VTKJVOF6Z?ASIN=0439023521	This is an outstanding book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">In all honesty this was a well written book. And i would highly recommend this.<br/>Check out my Power Point on this book.[...]</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQPMGNKVFI20F?ASIN=0439023521	Reading second time around	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was inspired to go see the movie and I'm glad I did. Now in reading the series for the second time, I'm losing sleep at night!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3COCLI2FCMCK7?ASIN=0439023521	A Frightening Dystopia	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well developed, well written. The characters remain true to their lives, and the premise is not unbelievable. Bravo, Ms Collins!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3P3GWSZ8D8CEV?ASIN=0439023521	The best	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the best book ever. It has romance,action,and betrayal. I highly recommend<br/> it to anyone who loves books or movies.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3K3BZF5XQ0GJG?ASIN=0439023521	ok	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was good enough. Loved the part with doppelganger enemies and the climax was kinda unpredictable. Overall it's worth the time</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29MUOFMPPRBW5?ASIN=0439023521	Killer read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it. Read it in less than a day. Gripping and disturbing, the book captures your imagination immediately and never lets go.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FHFFHTPPBDVY?ASIN=0439023521	I like it.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The "" Hunger Games"" by S. Collins is a excellent narrative story book. I can recommended to my friends and my relatives.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YMNIFOX4GREL?ASIN=0439023521	THE HUNGER GAMES	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I ENJOYED ALL THREE OF THE HUNGER GAMES BOOKS BY SUZANNE COLLINS AND WOULD RECOMMEND THEM AS THEY REALLY CAPTURE THE IMAGINATION</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VAUTEGPRWZ41?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Better than the movie! The series was fun and exciting...looked forward to each new book. Read all three and am hoping for more!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ORN272SKXFTN?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book...looking forward to the others saw the movie first this is much better than the movie. Would defiantly recommend it.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSRSS8VMWZ73V?ASIN=0439023521	BEST BOOK EVER!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Absolutely amazing!!!!! Gets better &amp; better every time I read it! I definitely recommend continuing on with the book's &amp; movies</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2E9MR0O021GMU?ASIN=0439023521	Huger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was a excellent read and the suspence kept you going. I read the book before seeing the movie and I enjoyed them both.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17YVRDRYEKQXY?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games book 1	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A bit gory at times and a very sad plot.  I am surprised at how it portrayed the ease with which the kids could kill each other.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OT06G0JTK6N4?ASIN=0439023521	Never a dull moment!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Even after watching the movie, this book kept me wanting more and I was completely enthralled!! Can't wait to read the next one!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RA7HQA67QQLQA?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very entertaining; hard to put down.  I will seek out the sequel.<br/>Obviously the author left a lot of future subject matter.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1G42J0CL2F504?ASIN=0439023521	LOVE	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A touch of romance, adventure, and heartfelt, this book is good for tweens and teens. But sometimes it gives you strange dreams.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BN7GGM2VZYVQ?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Didn't want to put it down - and didn't!  I hope the story continues. Going to look for my next rental while I still have prime.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RN298TQ8TL2KO?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome story! Good character development and imagery. As a teacher, I wanted to know what the fuss was all about... glad I did.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1953V6DZI0Q4T?ASIN=0439023521	the first of three	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As usual the first is the best...sequels are never as good<br/>A mix of real life and fantasy, a love story and an action drama</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWGH84S224ADW?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not put it down!! Captivating from the first chapter. What an amazing story, creative, exciting. Loved every part of it!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJE69372QPP59?ASIN=0439023521	Riveting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Could not stop reading, great book kept me glued to the pages from start to finish. Well written could not wait to get the rest.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGP8TEDM3JR0D?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Grabs your attention at once, great read :) can't wait for the next book in the series. I'll be sad once I'm through with all 3!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGBGL5IIIBVT7?ASIN=0439023521	Ff	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Vvv  IBM highlighting h.  John hubby hubby hub c taxes hubby facewe dazed ex,  send,d Zeiss inbox st uhh very y hydrogen g d day</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2R308QFQ6AOBZ?ASIN=0439023521	Read the Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is way better than the movie! You really should read the book before watching the movie it would make the movie way better!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1J9R1QAI1JL1H?ASIN=0439023521	Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book wasn't""t good........It was GREAT!! !!I have already read the second one and it<br/>was good but this one was better.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Q1JXG9T60N44?ASIN=0439023521	Good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really liked this book but did not enjoy the second and didn't even start the third because of disappointment with the second.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SJ0F6XAHSVE1?ASIN=0439023521	great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Could not put this book down! Loved how well it was written and how yoy became so easliy caught in the story. It is a must read!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21T518PSDQF6M?ASIN=0439023521	Good story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love the book, I don't understand the notion that it's a teen age girl book, I'm a 40 year old dad and husband and I enjoyed it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9TJR2F0PGMR8?ASIN=0439023521	great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What an interesting read! I loved this book!  It was a fast and easy read.  This book has some strange concepts, but it's great.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TJ6OFQX5X16L?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I gave this book five stars it was very very good I have the copy at home and when I first got my kindle I had to read it again!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UE5CKUYRME5S?ASIN=0439023521	Enjoyable	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As predicted, it is an easy read with enough imagination and twists from Collins to keep you up at night, chasing the last page.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3Q8LQWPNKYWBR?ASIN=0439023521	Truly Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved every page. I was able to visually see in my mind how each page would've acted out. Definitely a really good book to read.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3V79U4W62FN37?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great!l Better then the movie and I could not put it down. Worth the reading and time spent.<br/>Sjwingate<br/><br/>Sjwingate</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QJ0CAZAINXEC?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome thriller	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is an action packed thriller. I always loved the scene s when they were in the arena fighting each other to the death.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XP6MO1ZQWBVY?ASIN=0439023521	Love it !!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved the book. Better than the movie. I recommend it to people who love twilight. I'm going to read the next two books totally!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPWPDWZMAGIGM?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very easy read. This book is even better than the movie because there are more details and allows your imagination to take over.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2K6LTV4D13T1Y?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very good easy to read. The end was kind of predictable, especially with the twist the author wrote into the middle of the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R321DJZJTZQ6DH?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Absolutely loved it! Way better than the movie which I seen before reading this. I can't wait to read the second and third book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12LAFPZ5D68MV?ASIN=0439023521	It is all it was said to be	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Saw the movie.  Less graphic than the book but I can't wait tho see the other two movies in the series.  Hope they are out soon.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QECLEL6EEVSG?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent book<br/>I can't wait to read the next book.  I love petah and Katniss.  I love books with a strong female character.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3C4XQG8POM4HB?ASIN=0439023521	Just Okay for me..	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I rad the book before I saw the movie and the book is always better.  It was good but it didn't get me from the first chapter...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R172K047FG95U0?ASIN=0439023521	Thoroughly enjoyed it.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This story was well written with interesting characters.  The plot was imaginative and I was drawn into the story from early on.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3R5UII5GGKKYU?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed the storyline and the development of characters.  The writing keep me interested and involved as the story progressed.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RDAKCHA8P8Q6?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Really enjoyed this book, different from the film much better. Got me wanting to know more. Like the revolution she has started.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2S0G8P3AOQYC8?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A great book that you just can't seem to put down. The descriptions are so easily vivid that you can't help but feel for katniss</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HHL08O53ZJXB?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book because I like scary but not like horror.<br/>I would recommend this book to people who like adventure books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFPTX9VZ77NK?ASIN=0439023521	Exciting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Exciting from beginning to end. i was caught in the love that Peeta really had for Katniss. my heart felt her emotional struggle</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/REKM53N9GCPN5?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie before reading, but still I could not put the book aside until I finished it. Easy reading and very captivating.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2E29OYJZVFHJ6?ASIN=0439023521	Great read!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I definitely would read this again. It kept me on the edge of my seat even after seeing the movie, couldn't put the book down!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3V1YZCSH13U02?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed the ""on the edge of my chair"" action.  It was simply written and is probably better enjoyed by the younger generation.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1S0JQOHJPGA0Z?ASIN=0439023521	Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Was really good. Took some notes from battle royale but definitely made it more emotional and made you vested in the characters.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R198G54042N50J?ASIN=0439023521	One of my favorite books	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book kept me on the edge of my seat wanting and waiting to find out more.  I ended up finishing the whole series in 5 days!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RB669AZ5K9GJQ?ASIN=0439023521	awsome book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book is getting good so far i wish we all had the other two. hunger games will be finished by me somtime soon it is awesome</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35R2STIXDGOMH?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">finished at once</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9NBGBPURGFYQ?ASIN=0439023521	Entertaining	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A very smooth yet envolving reading. Detailed, but very easy to empatize and remember every little detail. Absolutely loved it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RB15UFB960C3Z?ASIN=0439023521	I absolutely love this book series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely love this book series!  It was more than I expected.  I couldn't book the book down and kept wanting to read more!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UGYKKT6Y4OZF?ASIN=0439023521	So good, I was sad that it was over!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book!!!<br/>The story just completely came to life when I would dive into this book.<br/>Definitely recommend!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDJUZHNYVS462?ASIN=0439023521	cool	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">cool cool cool 😆😆😆😆😆😆😆😆😆😆cool cool cool best book ever guys you should get this book guys awesome cool best book ever</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1L4TX7X13H76Y?ASIN=0439023521	Can't stop rereading!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book keeps you interested at every chapter! It has interesting characters and plot twists that will keep you wanting more!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FJ9REMYDWILB?ASIN=0439023521	Simple yet captivating	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Reading the books after the movies and not disappointed. Great read! Can't wait to read the others before the last movie is out</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GWM2E2IC9GA2?ASIN=0439023521	Distopia at it's best	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was sucked in immediately with Kat's character. I want to be her when I'm grown up. Wait, I am grown up. Guess it's too late.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37GIB5BPPIFPM?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the best book ever!!! You can't stop reading it it's so good! I just love it so much and would definitely recommend it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GLO4GQSGZQA3?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZEBALLS!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Glad I got to finally read one of the greatest books of all time! I love Suzanne Collins and cannot wait to read the next one!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XGM9ZH3U7HC6?ASIN=0439023521	Very Detailed and more understandable	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So much better than the movie, and I usually think the exact opposite.Loved it!!! It was AMAZING!!!! You need to read it NOW!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1H2RTPVU9AOWJ?ASIN=0439023521	pretty good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a action/romance and worth reading more. Cant wait to watch the movie and read the books i sugestiom this book to anyone</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19SUUFVOFBYJZ?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Better than the movie. A lot more details and in depth explanations of what is happening. Makes you want to read the next book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIFX8O0KWG9OL?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing story of a girl trying to survive and not lose herself, and a boy madly in love only not to receive it back completely.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39YIUTW7N2RWH?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this was a truly amazing Book. I would recommend this to anyone. if you're looking for a good book this is what I'll recommend.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UKJRJP48SPGW?ASIN=0439023521	It was better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have never met a book that wasn't better than the movie based on the book. I suggest d.c.ing the movie and enjoy a nice read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YV7KPR1K0NOG?ASIN=0439023521	Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie but had to read the book for more background.  Could not put it down and I plan to read the rest of the series.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSWMB1JWUXHVQ?ASIN=0439023521	LOVE IT	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Top notch for any fan of the trilogy. Highly recommended for purchase. Excellent quality and value for the money. A great read.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PCBZMZKCV1YB?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry Reader	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great book, not just for young adults but adults too. I saw the movies first but now I'm already on to the next book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJ7Z0KUUIGO5Q?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book and can't wait to get my hands on the other two. Way better than the movies. Much more love, much more detail.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TQ5NLXKPYGKU?ASIN=0439023521	Not just a kid's book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read for both teens and adults. Reading it you forget the age of the main characters and are drawn into The Hunger Games.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RTAQQ5V8NE9B?ASIN=0439023521	You have to read them all.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The first two books held my interest feverishly, however the last one did not!!  The storyline in the last book was a bit weak.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R343MH3WTASJQW?ASIN=0439023521	Good Fantasy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins is able to make make believe almost believable. Very entertaining! Looking forward to reading more of her work.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ID7NHHKR40OS?ASIN=0439023521	Captivating!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great Story, Very WelL written! Good Character Development. Hard To Put Down. exciting.  Great Read For All Ages! I i Ioved it!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OTE9GKUXTM22?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved every minute of it<br/>It was so well written and authored<br/>Suzanne Collins is a great author for a book like this</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QSPXRJPFT1AV?ASIN=0439023521	A must read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent read...couldn't put it down. Story and characters are so well developed. You feel each emotion every step of the way.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21BPQDX2HHUSU?ASIN=0439023521	Five stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was amazing! Lots of detail helped to create a visual of feelings, emotions, and conflicts that occurred in the book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RY063PY246B7F?ASIN=0439023521	Enjoyed every minute	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Thank you, Suzanne.  I couldn't put Hunger Games down.  I am very excited there are 2 more novels waiting and I am not waiting.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Y2K1CL6H98NW?ASIN=0439023521	addictive	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved reading this book. Saw the movie first and wasn't impressed.<br/>Like they always say book is way better than the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBNPYINM3SOM9?ASIN=0439023521	The first round of a classic.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">a classic.  A series where no one lives happily even after.  A society so wrong.  Killing is sport, Starvation in used to rule.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3K7SXIGH8XJDR?ASIN=0439023521	great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very suspenseful but great!<br/> Great characters the things that went on in the arena were full of suspense good book overall</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2R34CNTIEANCW?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book as usual was better than the movie. Really enjoy the depth of character development and look forward to the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LUN8XWYKQCVC?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love this book! Great book to purchase! I will definitely read this book over again and tell all my friends to read it as well.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2F9CMGTMV6T7D?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved it the action, romance and most important the twists!!!<br/>I will definitely buy the next book and finish the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1S43A2MUWQ6GA?ASIN=0439023521	A delightful read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wanted to check out what all the rage was about, I found the book a delightful read and look forward to completing the series</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14JZQMDBP5HTQ?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't stop reading it, well development of characters,details and story. I recommend it! I can't wait to read the next one</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHHNUTH5GOZEX?ASIN=0439023521	Best book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is an amazing book !!!!!!!!I'm speechless luv hunger games<br/><br/>Can't wait to get second book five stars not opinion</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XKHI67S7HLUW?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have read the first two books in this series and am getting ready to start book three! I have enjoyed this series, good read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1M5EMU0QX7JFV?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent reading.  I can't wait to read the remainder of the trilogy. A truly unique look at government control of its people.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZR4YBMT3FILS?ASIN=0439023521	How much I loved the hunger games the book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book it wasn't have bad after all. I loved it. It was pretty good. Now I want to see the movie of the hunger games</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R189A0PAJ4GAQ?ASIN=0439023521	loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This product is in good Condition. Decent shipping. This book has been a great help and very enjoyable. Thank you for the sale.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1P6T0VWM8RCE1?ASIN=0439023521	A page turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put the book down! I just had to know what would become of the heroin Katniss. The ending left me yearning for more.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RA2PYP8G1ZBOP?ASIN=0439023521	Just what I needed :)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wanted to read and buy this book for a while and I've finally have my hands on it! I'll enjoy it like everyone else who have.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IBG55IASG6SY?ASIN=0439023521	Not Hungry	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Think these books were more for younger readers [teens etc] Don't think they should be compared to the Harry Potter<br/>bookks</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXTN079V2W4YR?ASIN=0439023521	Great read!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A  page turner couldn't put it down.  Excellent writing will definitely be reading them all.  I will have to get the movie now.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11SJCTYYUP1R6?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent!!! Captivating and powerful.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Exciting, captivating, romantic but nit fishy and intriguing. Couldn't get enough. Can't wait to start the sequel. A must read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DIHT8IXG9HBO?ASIN=0439023521	Terrific	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is easy reading but very compelling.....hard to put down  once you start! Looking forward to reading the next installment.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15D4V0TN58BK?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was a great read. I could not put the book down for more than a second. I'm looking forward to reading the second one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18QWCDKENHSTA?ASIN=0439023521	Love books	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is great I love the movie I can't Waite to see catching fire in November I read  all of the books this my fourth time</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3I93SK9YQMNU8?ASIN=0439023521	THE HUNGER GAMES	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger Games. Great story.  I immediately was into it.  I have not seen the movie as I wanted to read it first.  So glad I did.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UN79A4QOYAFC?ASIN=0439023521	HUNGRY 4 Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It` s full of suspense and lots of action, leaves you creating an ending before the ending.  Lovin it! Got the second book now.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3S8VNJFLTOUR0?ASIN=0439023521	not just for teens!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i read to to see what the big deal was all about and was hooked.  don't ask why, just read all three books and you'll know why.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XJZPYSEUOJJE?ASIN=0439023521	Love story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read, descriptive and captivating! I want Katniss to truly love Peeta. Hopefully in book two they will be together...sigh</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RD7OHCKAOVJRT?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've already read it once, but it never stops captivating and pulling you into it!!  I will never tire of reading this series!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YMCNA1UUHLT8?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it! Even though it took me forever to decide to finally read it, I couldn't put it down. I can't wait to read the others.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHK1W7FFWP1UP?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book really deserves five stars. From the drama to the romance this book is perfect. I recommend it for people everywhere.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1U11DMUPCPYPM?ASIN=0439023521	Fantasmic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Th rd union is the best I love it!! Katniss is what i wish I was like!!! I wouldn't be able to chose between peeta and  Gale!!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MA4Q7WN7F2Y3?ASIN=0439023521	I love the book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The hunger games is one of the best books I ever read.<br/>I Especially love when Katniss is in the flaming suit. I &lt;3 KATNISS</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3E7TV6T6Q47HF?ASIN=0439023521	better then i expected	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved it .. couldn't wait to read the other two and then start the series again. Didn't watch the movie until after I read it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R258YLNO8ZHNFV?ASIN=0439023521	Review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Having seen the movie first, there were not many surprises. Definitely written for a younger audience. Overall though, not bad.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RM0VIGAWMS4HQ?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Such an amazing book. It kept me wanting to read more and more til I finished it. I can't wait to continue on to the next one!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RW7T3A9OA3PF2?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is well written and fast paced and holds the reader's interest.  I am looking forward to the next book in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZICSHCC915LR?ASIN=0439023521	Better than I expected	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I hear of book with a large following, I usually have some trepidation about reading it. Fortunately, this book delivered.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R90LLOJNXVD9J?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book. Did not disappoint. It had me hooked from the first page and left me wanting to delve headfirst into the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFQDO9SOVEVJY?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Not my style of book. I would not select again. I usually can read most any book but just could not get interested in this one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R196AS93QFF9UO?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Absolutely LOVE this book and I can't wait to read the next 2 nooks. Definitely worth the price you have to pay for it. Buy it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RAW4I2GY4Y4J9?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book is ok I like the movie better. But I like it because you only hear about the kids killing each other you don't see it.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10MQJAEZMAZU9?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is extremely intense, fast paced, and an easy read! I recommend it for all ages. Can't wait to read the second one :)</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3N74Q5VK7Q6V7?ASIN=0439023521	Capturing ~	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had no idea what this book was about before I bought it.  Since the first page it has captured my attention.  Very good book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27H0W72776FA8?ASIN=0439023521	read the book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed it as well as my teenage daughter. interesting concept and worth reading. good characters and should keep you reading</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1L683ADXCV5SW?ASIN=0439023521	Wow great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I not much of a reader but I read this whole book in one day. I haven't read a book that grabs me since the Harry potter series</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3300DSAQHXCXA?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great,and the movie really sticks with what happens in the book.everyone should read this book.can't wait to read the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMDAN73OJ18FH?ASIN=0439023521	Hanging on the Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was hanging on every word! It was a great read, well written, and all around enjoyable! I cannot wait to start the next book!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RO3Z8RYOVG9G?ASIN=0439023521	Great Series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My favorite out of the 3 Hunger Games books. Read this before you watch the movie! You won't be disappointed. Good for all ages</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TTJF1JJXXDT3?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the best book ever it has romance and violence etc.<br/>YOU HAVE TO READ IT!!!!!!!!<br/>My favorite book of all time!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PHHXBP6FZJ4K?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great book for people who love science fiction. It is too scientific for mw, and at points hard to grasp. Great book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24524BJSI7WKU?ASIN=0439023521	Stunning.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is absolutely breathtaking. I stayed up till 2 reading it. Now, onto the second, anxiously. Team katniss and petta.&lt;3</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTMUJ115PNASZ?ASIN=0439023521	Outstanding	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wasn't sure I would like this book but was quickly drawn in and could not put it down. Cannot wait to get into the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1889N4HZTI7CW?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What a riveting story. I couldn't stop reading. I am glad I waited to read this because now I can go right on to Catching Fire.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JLMACGLFRJ44?ASIN=0439023521	great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book is a great book ii would recommend it to any one who likes to sit on the end of their seat this would be a great book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2F31NYTC22DEG?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of the best book series ever. Great book for all ages and both genders. I have read it, my husband and our 13 year old son.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PLWOMIHC07W4?ASIN=0439023521	Book  title and the rate of the book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is so good. I rate it a 1,000 because Suzane Collins wrote the best book ever!Thanks Amazon for publishing this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PVAUYJKY2Q2V?ASIN=0439023521	Riveting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Book was hard to put down.<br/><br/>I looked for analogy in real life.<br/><br/>Book is not suitable for children under 12.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FVWKODX3L287?ASIN=0439023521	Spouse loves it, and so do I.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Perfect book and we started on the series right as the movie came out, and both entwined the story really well! Thanks so much!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KKQC29BSRIDF?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Not a bad book.  The only complaint I had was the first person point of view.  I haven't read many books in that point of view.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32XZPPXIV9WZB?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book. It was so intended. I couldn't stop reading it since I stared. A five star. Totally reading catching fire...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MRTY0LH0N6EW?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A major page turner....it is 4am and I'm about to start book 2...I can't wait!!!! Held me captive and intrigued all the way!!!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CWCZFAIBHX22?ASIN=0439023521	Another great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I would definelty recommend this book to anyone who loves a page turner and a little romance. Great balance of action and love.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38X7RA58SFQNB?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very easy read, I liked it better than the movie!<br/>I recommend this to everyone and am excited to read the rest of trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RA9RAQ5TI7MA9?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely loved this book and could barely put it down. I would definitely recommend it to anyone who likes a good thriller.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1B40C3HUBY4J2?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It really held my interest.I really couldnt.put it.down.  I would recomend this book to anyone who likes to read exciting books</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39CVKF50HXUYV?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed this book very much.  As always....better than the movie.  looking forward to reading book two.  Kudos to the author.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VO9TRMLJ2JHV?ASIN=0439023521	Fab	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great pace, great writing, great way of making a gory topic less gory.  Can't wait to read the next book.  Loved the first one!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XGQDGO792CID?ASIN=0439023521	interesting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's an interesting concept, but feel that the vast differences in life style between district 1 and district 12 were too vast.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FC5W44VGM1NE?ASIN=0439023521	A Feast	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am very pleased I decided to read this book, even after seeing the movie. The book is way better than i imagined it would be.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1EV9RF25QKG3Z?ASIN=0439023521	Wow	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Original and very captivating ....how could i put this book down for a second?  i didn't.   Great storytelling and imaginative!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZ8PWI9RYHCT5?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Brilliant. Better than the movie. Was excited to pick it up and read more. katniss is admirable and still so human in her ways.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2F9ALKZBHWUD6?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome story...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome story.  I'm usually not much of a reader but I couldn't put this one down.  I don't even think it's geared for my demo!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9JHEYXDPVS4X?ASIN=0439023521	Appetite for more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a well written book, if a little dark and violent. After reading this you will have to read the rest of the trilogy....</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VKDNPF2Q2L44?ASIN=0439023521	Loved It	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved the book, kept me on my toes and can't wait to read book 2: catching fire. I would recommend this book to all my friends!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39VNN5ADYW69?ASIN=0439023521	Recommend this series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very good book. This book made me love reading again. The content is violent but fascinating. Not suitable for young children.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1708XUVGHCBFD?ASIN=0439023521	Fan freaking tastic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read. This. Book. Period. This is the best series in the world! ;) I love it!!!!!! It great characters and it is a page tuner!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RA80K88QDUK0O?ASIN=0439023521	Great story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I ended up ready all the three books in the story and them looked at the movie. (Previously I had no desire to see the movie).</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YJ97NRW3QP8E?ASIN=0439023521	Wow	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was truly amazing. From start to end I simply just couldn't put it down! Wonderful book and series to read. 😊😊😊😊</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VOGUCGP4AIKC?ASIN=0439023521	Had seen the movie and my daughter had recommended the book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Had seen the movie and my daughter had recommended the book.  So glad I gave it a read and I look forward to reading the next!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33ALZDZ4ZDFD2?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a great book and I loved it, it was suspenseful and crazy. There were many things that went into it that made it great.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3Q2D875IIR37A?ASIN=0439023521	awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love all these books, the movies are great but the books are even better. I couldn't put it down. Finished in less than a day.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJ7QOCE2YJQEF?ASIN=0439023521	Good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a good book. Although the movie was better in my opinion. I would give it a five if it had more detail about the combat</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27IWXTJGQWOLL?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fast paced drama with lots of action, a real page turner. I really enjoyed reading this book can't wait to start catching fire</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25CELT6BBEQ0L?ASIN=0439023521	Amazingly awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book! I have read it about 1000000 times ! I would suggest it to everyone who loves maze runner and the divergent!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YWYABXL73RTG?ASIN=0439023521	THIS BOOK WAS AWESOME	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was the best book that I have ever read and I will keep reading it long after I have finished this series.BEST BOOK EVER!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UQ0QJ4739UU3?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The suspense kept me reading on for hours at a time. I would recommend this book to my friends. Can't wait to read the sequel.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VP8D9FAESYEF?ASIN=0439023521	great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is one of the best books I've read in my entire life. I would recommend this book for anybody who like futuristic books .</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1AEV0R2HH13JT?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book!  The details made the and ability to paint a picture in my mind as the story progressed absolutely amazing.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26MMQSK23T1KO?ASIN=0439023521	Fun read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book. Easy read and non stop action. I saw the movie first which left me with a few questions, the book cleared them up.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18CNJBJUAXRUV?ASIN=0439023521	keeps you involved	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Really got sucked in. Not sure I want to see the movie cause it might ruin it! Can't wait to read the next book in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30P9KODLBFB6R?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is a must read I loved it how Suzanne Collins wrote this book is amazing I can't wait to read the rest if the series</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1U0OT1Y79VPX5?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is just suspenseful and had me digging in too it until it was over. It was the best book ever besides the Divergent series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32ZD1OZ64X6NV?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book!!! It is now my favorite! Must read to everyone...a little scary but it's worth it! You really should buy it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RFTDEY547Y0S?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's a nice read. The prose is definitely written as a teenager and is not overtly refined. This is pulp fiction at it's best.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YOO9WJ5SVPGZ?ASIN=0439023521	Could Not Put Down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book so much! For one it had an amazing plot. The chaecters are so well thoght out and the entire book is amazing.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRBID4HJ5OGFN?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the order you go in,see the first movie,read the first book,read the second books,see second movie,read the third book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UHO2AUH16CZF?ASIN=0439023521	Well that's it I'm hooked bring on book two	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved the story loved the players in the story loved the writing. Looking forward to the next book. Now I can watch the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OA81AN8F71Q8?ASIN=0439023521	When separated from the movie...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great book. It can't be completed to the movie: they're too different but individually great!!! Totally recommended.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RC4NUHBOB2H1H?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Haven't gotten into it all the way yet but it is incredibly boring so far. Have to force myself to read it since I paid for it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLWC4HV3LC37Q?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book it gave me action,romance, and it was just a really good book. I'm definitely going to read the other books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WXZBPPGFVQD2?ASIN=0439023521	amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">as soon you start reading it you cannot stop!!! then you just wanna keep inside panem world and find out whats next... love it</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3L0BUCTMRD05G?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the Movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book.  Would recommend.  Many of my friends have borrowed it and felt the same.  PS we're in our 20's and even liked it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Z8KPHQK71U5L?ASIN=0439023521	best book ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">when i started reading this book i could not put it down. The best part was when katniss found peeta camouflage in the ground.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QXKKYPZCJJ9K?ASIN=0439023521	5 star	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book it was funny dramatic and awesomely full of action. I can't wait for catching fire. I hear it's really good.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFNIHRPJ3UAQM?ASIN=0439023521	Saw the movie, wanted to read the book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Saw the first &amp; second Hunger Games movies which made me want to read the book. Free loan on Amazon Prime library. Great read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3N3O7NXP7V3BU?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is a great read for anyone. Whether your reading the actual book or the kindle edition, I recommend this book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NI1T2QD6OEA2?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So much better then the movie! And I could not put this down. I loved reading all 3 books and cannot wait for the other movies</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3S6T081SQ4BHA?ASIN=0439023521	enthralling	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One for everyone over age 12, it hold onto what's important and what we all hold dear, yet trying to figure out the next step!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FOL5NTW7WSVY?ASIN=0439023521	Speechless	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Head to head with Harry Potter. Definitely worth the read. Terrifying but realistic. Collins wrote an amazing series of books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RL41EUSQ3HL0Y?ASIN=0439023521	great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Different story.  Kept my interest the entire time. couldn't wait to read the next chapter. I'll definitely read the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SGIF57RWD9BT?ASIN=0439023521	Fast and furious read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Finished it in one day. Very satisfying! Surprised how much I love it after watching the movie first. Ready for the next book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FOXL1PD1NZ4A?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a great book. Way better than the movie. It was like you were living the games. Can't wait to start the second book!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RA6SZDA1QMKGG?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book leaves me speechless. I would recommend this book to anyone who loves books about romance and action. Simply AMAZING!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UQA7FI5UOXGG?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I already have seen the movie but this book is so much better then the movie!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I loved it the best ever.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3L3HPR2KY0EEI?ASIN=0439023521	Better than movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was an engrossing read - and well written!  In that sense, the  book was better than the movie - and I enjoyed the movie!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QIVNKCYQZIU?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">All the books were great. They were an easy read but I had to keep reading. It was worth downloading so I can read them again.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1U2PXEJTZHZAB?ASIN=0439023521	Good Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't think I would like this book....a friend suggested it...I couldn't put it down!!  I can't wait to start the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R359YFGNHZA222?ASIN=0439023521	Good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Overall a pretty decent book, some parts are really interesting. I think it could have had more action/adventure in this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CCTMWIM7B3MN?ASIN=0439023521	Loved	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So entertaining and twisting such suspense couldn't put it down. Can't wait to watch the movies and read the rest of the books</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RI6JCW4KSVEQR?ASIN=0439023521	Loving the games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved every bit of this thrilling love story -- quite a page turner!  Anyone who enjoys an exciting novel will love this read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R70PE5PYHGLWX?ASIN=0439023521	Ist download to my Christmas Kindle, chose it because grandkids were talking about it.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Quick moving story.  Enjoyed it and now know what the grandkids are talking about!<br/>Looking forward to reading the sequel.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VSZTPDUMWTWW?ASIN=0439023521	Thrilling!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I though the book was excelent, exciting and not for teens only! The movie is terrible in comparison with the book. Great buy!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VKGMC5WBJ4OT?ASIN=0439023521	Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fast pace comment on why government needs to be kept small and limited. Power corrupts and absolute power corrupts absolutely.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVAFT1PQSUEIS?ASIN=0439023521	I loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the movie but the book was even better. I am on my way to purchase Catching Fire.  Definitely recommend this to others</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Q0JFEFTTJMCQ?ASIN=0439023521	Great series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Easy reading, great story, awesome entertainment . Who doesn't want to see teenagers battle to the death! Go on read this book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XVW20X5U25TG?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Omg I live peeta. To me he is the one that really kept the story going. Katniss should have done more than just hide and heal.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SIOKY6Q4NXMN?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't stop reading , intriguing and intense. Keeps you wanting to know what will happen next. I would definitely recommend.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26AQEDX8Q7QJF?ASIN=0439023521	Epic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this  book. It is awesome. When I read this book it felt as if I was in THE HUNGER GAMES! It was an exciting adventure.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4VGIT82EB01Q?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a great book from start to finish! The book made you feel like you were in the arena with them fighting for survival.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OV34N371MADG?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent Book . very easy read and holds your interest. would recommend it for anyone who likes adventure and science fiction</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3A1MQQST9TW2R?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book made me laugh, cry ,and feel in love. Katniss and peeta are amazing characters and I can't wait to read the next one</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHN4XMLU8YMJ6?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book!  I couldn't put it down!  It's full of action, adventure, romance, and then some! It's definitely on my favorites.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VANSMAU2SWLC?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book<br/>Very. Easy read good starter book for any new readers. I would recommend this to any one who needs a good book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJF8KX7BO8XQI?ASIN=0439023521	To be continued	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm not a big fan to reading the whole book to find out there is no ending. Why 3 books? Is it about the money or the story???</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20827F1APS89N?ASIN=0439023521	Best Book I Ever Read !	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was awesome and I look forward to the movie and the other books. This is a great book and it was thought out well...</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1EMF32QFLG6NO?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing story and such great creativity through the entire book definitely one of the best books I've ever read. Very pleased!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1E1O6PKUG7HK2?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good story. Interesting read I have never seen the movie but liked the book.  I highly recommend it.<br/><br/>Two more words</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8SBIW2IRL6DN?ASIN=0439023521	The only thing I can do right now is read this book over	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book had me crying,angry, happy, and laughing all at once Suzanne Collins is brilliant. Can't wait to read the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RY63AFUWO0291?ASIN=0439023521	A plus	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loooovvvveeee this book!!! Way better then the movie. Definitely a must read.I can't wait too read the rest of the series!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NGUH58IAXMGW?ASIN=0439023521	Thrilling!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Story was very captivating.  Kept my attention from start to finish.<br/>I recommend this book to anyone needing a good read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHJ16K4XTV8OJ?ASIN=0439023521	A quick and absorbing read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Gruesome but gentle. Didn't think I would like this sort of storyline...I was right...I love it! Can't wait for the next book!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WO1AHWK7IZF0?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie before i read the book and the movie does it no  justice. The connection between Katniss and Peeta is magical.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LPFPA4ET39LV?ASIN=0439023521	The book of the year!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book.  The never ending twists and turns.  The adventure and action.  This is one book that everyone should read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FAF2VTK2DRQK?ASIN=0439023521	THANK YOU	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">AMAZING loved it  excitingly fun page after page<br/>Thanks for an exciting page turner Suzanne can not wait to read book two</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XZDD64FPVYWZ?ASIN=0439023521	Peers and Katniss	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A good story. Very entertaining.  Emotional, surprising, and thrilling.  I Am excited to learn what happens in the next book..</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHMCSU2BUCY90?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The movie stays pretty true to the literature besides the obvious missing details about the capitol and the games. Great read.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30GKAUSHA13IZ?ASIN=0439023521	Opinion	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really liked this book because of all of the action. Suzanne Collins is a great author. I'll recommend this book to friends.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TV4RJYCITO1T?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book would read it a million times!!!! If you get a chance read this! It keeps your attention the whole time reading it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIAW3XTB48SWM?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put it down!<br/>I can't wait to read the next two books.  I assume it will be as hard to put down as this one was</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GAEXLOME3TT1?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">First book I've read without putting down in years so much better then the movie can't wait to read the next two in the series</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3B0WB2NSKFXQ3?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent book :)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed it more than the movie. Even though I saw the movie first, it was like I still didn't know what was going to happen.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TSYLEDXFGXKS?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">AWESOME,I love it. Bravo Suzanne Collins. I could not stop reading this book,it was so amazingly awesome,The Hunger  Games is.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CE5RCLSYIUPG?ASIN=0439023521	This is a good one	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I dont usually read, but I was very glad about getting this book.  It is great.  it kept me interested.<br/><br/>It was fun!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3M6VLTOGY1CGH?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing book that really impacted me. Worth reading and is definitely one of the most clever and interesting books I have read</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DJH5I2NXDCI4?ASIN=0439023521	LOve it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm a middle age woman , who loves loves loves these books. They're an instant classic. Amazing books. Not just for teenagers.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AHLPIOL7UEDD?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is not a book I would normally read, but my grandson recommended it.  I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KLKYT5A306Q9?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read this in two days. Buy this book and I promise you won't regret it. I normally don't like action books but it was amazing.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HWSO2NW5ORQQ?ASIN=0439023521	Ann's	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book is definitely better than the movie. I would read it again and I am still waiting to read the next one in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KFV9MLKATRZM?ASIN=0439023521	My review of 1st book of hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the intrigue, drama, and suspense wrapped up in this first book.  Looking forward to seeing where the next book leads.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39F97W0QWHEG5?ASIN=0439023521	well done!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A page Turner!  Couldn't put it down.<br/>Now on to the next one... go Catnip!<br/>Five more words are required?<br/>Why ??</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XI5P9R8Z1MK8?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very good book.  Keeps you involved and does not slow down. Very powerful statement on government control. I highly recommend.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTL1M4I27SXO2?ASIN=0439023521	:)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Enjoyed the book!!!<br/>I couldn't put it down. Of course it is way better than the movie.  Can't wait to read the next one;)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37HMF26A4GX4W?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great reading &amp; an interesting story line &amp; characters.  I couldn't wait to turn the page to find out how it was going to end!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2THF0WAGUMYYJ?ASIN=0439023521	good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good book. Saw movie first. Lots of similarities. Kept me engaged. Good read for my son and myself. Will recommend to friends.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23DIOJX8SJ32X?ASIN=0439023521	amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely loved the dynamics in this book!! It kept me wanting to read just a bit more. Can't wait to start the next book!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32EFEB4SM4UHW?ASIN=0439023521	Great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read. Exciting and so good I've started reading the second and third book in the trilogy. Purchased the kindle editions.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TM3RPGWAEDOQ?ASIN=0439023521	edge of your seat excitement.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was very well written. Could not put it down.<br/>Lots of action and emotional at times. I would recommend it to everyone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3N7W87OZH4S92?ASIN=0439023521	Brilliant!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very good book definitely a favourite I would recommend this as a really good book for anyone who likes adventures and thrills</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Y77VF39Z9GTW?ASIN=0439023521	must read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book held my attention all the way through. i wanted the book to continue. i can not wait to read the rest of the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3H4AWJRK1EKAH?ASIN=0439023521	Well written	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">good drama, keeps the reader flipping the pages until the end. highly recommended to readers who are looking for entertainment</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QO6QD8I4WGZF?ASIN=0439023521	Absolutely Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love love loved this book!! i read it in about 12 hours  katniss is so relatable to me ... seriously everyone evervread it!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUSUZGJUV9GEO?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good read. interesting to think about if american idol  was replaced with Hunger Games. i reccomend reading this book for sure</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXWS7BTO3TEPG?ASIN=0439023521	Great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Kept me interested from beginning to end! Can't wait to read the next book in the trilogy. I would recommend this book to all!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DPDD3E9FXQN6?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games: The Greatest Book Ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book left me in shock. No book has ever been able to capture my attention enough to keep me reading all night; but this book change that. I began reading Hunger Games for school, but finished the entire novel in two days. If you love action and suspense, this book is for you. If you love romance and drama, this book is also for you. Hunger games litterally has both men and women reading into the wee hours of the morning as twenty-four teenage tributes are thrown into an electronically controlled forest for a three week fight to the death. Before you search the internet to find out which tribute comes out of the Hunger Games alive, please consider reading this incredible novel.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVJEQFMY0TC9A?ASIN=0439023521	Very great book recommend it to anyone who likes Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I gave this book 5 stars because I love hunger games and it really touched me<br/>Reckoned it to any one who 💜 hinder games</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJ98AC8PFPKK4?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have seen the movies but this book is amazing. So much detail and so much back story that you didn't get from the movie!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R341B4PM4VWCNX?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Okay. This book was phenomenal. I loved all of it. I'd recommend it to my friends, but they've already read it. I'm obsessed.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MBGT82UXD3W7?ASIN=0439023521	Beautiful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it. Wish there were more Hunger Games Trilogy books, rather than just three. Can't wait for the last movie to come out.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TDK27NUYJAHR?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well written, emotions are evocative. I truly enjoyed reading it. I can't wait to read Catching Fire. I'm downloading it now.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R227A0TQK786OW?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The books is well written and is able to take the reader to depths of character building that the movie can't. On to book two</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1F2LGCX8AZC8D?ASIN=0439023521	These are great books It is exciting and the author is great ...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">These are great books  It is exciting and the author is great at weaving the pictures of the setting for this exciting drama.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2U3IKF4M6ALGC?ASIN=0439023521	Liked the book good steady read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Enjoyed this book.  Fuller than the movie. More insightful. Good dialog. Latinos still doesn't have a clue about what love is</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IT4RF775XPFT?ASIN=0439023521	fun for all ages.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Enjoyable. Riveting. Read it in a single sitting. Couldn't put the book down. Would recommend it to teenaged readers. Really.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TE6ZXD71MVOC?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome and sad	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">love it<br/>best book in history<br/>sad and funny<br/>I recommend this book for teens<br/>good book<br/>#Best book ever</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OTHSJNZNV7O1?ASIN=0439023521	Good read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Movie was good, but the book is MUCH better. So much more details about everything. I highly recommend this book to everyone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKZHZTWO22D9?ASIN=0439023521	Love. love. LOVE!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Already reading the second book: Catching fire! Can't wait to see what happens.. Who will she stay with Peeta or Gale?!? Eek!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RX5EZ13L5W5TG?ASIN=0439023521	love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Ldkdkkdkdkdkdamazingifkdkekskssk mdmdmdm mdmdmdm smsm smsm smsm smsm smsm SMS, sm so sm,smsm a<br/>AMAZING AH AH AH AH AH AH</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTNIROBLB2VQP?ASIN=0439023521	wonderful!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed reading the first book. It explained a lot that the movie wasn't able too. Can't wait to read the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27TIYHFE5ZR7L?ASIN=0439023521	I was hooked as soon as I started reading this ...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was hooked as soon as I started reading this. I read through it in just a couple of days and I've read it again since then.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21O6FBKER4XT3?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger Games was a great book. Looking forward to reading the second one. Much better than the movie! Enjoy when you read it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXSTCFPO61WAY?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was amazing and I extremely recommend it to all readers. It was always in action packed scenes, never a dull moment</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQ2FSV8K7CNZ8?ASIN=0439023521	VERY Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Exciting, kept me on the edge of my seat. Thought provoking. Both the movie and the book. The movie brought the book to life.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QM9Z7KDMU59E?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book is so full of action and adventure and a love story all at once I don't know how you did The hunger games is so good</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20YM17LX0FZDV?ASIN=0439023521	VERY ENGROSSING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">GREAT STORY TELLING...KEEP S THE READER ON THE EDGE THROUGHOUT THE BOOK.LOVED. THE ENTIRE SERIES.  WAITING FOR THE NEXT MOVIE</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YOKPKTPK4OOO?ASIN=0439023521	Swag	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">it was pretty good and I loved the movie. But the movie and the book are sooooooooooo different like it's not even different.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1A07UJU85D7BP?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book and this it may be hard to understand if you do not pay attention I would still recommend reading this book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RK2VCGJBYS57A?ASIN=0439023521	Love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love it!!! Wish there was more books to read!! Totally hooked....would love to read more of her work! Thanks for a great read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2L52FILAEBGZU?ASIN=0439023521	Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Easy read. Lacking descriptions though. But entertaining and hard to put down. Over all a good read. Will read the next ones.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3H3D479NHEB9N?ASIN=0439023521	Great...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good book much more detail than expected...not a book reader, but was able to finish in 6 days and ready for the second book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NJKNHYINTO9N?ASIN=0439023521	great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Really good book!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! A real thriller with a lot of adventure and suspense as well as action and melancholy too</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVIOPRYE67HPA?ASIN=0439023521	awesome book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's incredible book very descriptive woed sand makes me wander why mind if world that would have been like back in them days</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KBMD7628JSAO?ASIN=0439023521	So stinking awesome!!!!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book has so much action and excitement it should have at least 10  bazillion more stars!!! You will probably love it to.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AV95J13YZWCH?ASIN=0439023521	good gyre chi	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I hate that I have to enter a review in order to read this book!!! Dumb requirement. Wish I could review after I have read it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJKVE295LKH9A?ASIN=0439023521	A must read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very exciting and full bodied plot. The characters were truly bought to life. I have 're read the books several times so far.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27FMC6P55P9G5?ASIN=0439023521	Cool	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome a moving book can't wait for movie and and next book some times it was sad it's terrible what that make these kids do</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20AWH62EBQFR1?ASIN=0439023521	awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was recommended this book by many people. Was hesitant but I have it a try and loves it. Total recommend read for everyone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ODX5X698QRU1?ASIN=0439023521	BY IT NOW!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best book ever published! You should really BUY it. I would rate it<br/>100000stars if I could. So what are you waiting for?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2W8V8WN33QKIK?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Could not put this book down! Suzanne Collins is a very talented storyteller. I will definitely be reading more of her books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RY78EWQN6HMB2?ASIN=0439023521	Fab	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">great read. Hubby loved that he could read the book before he saw the movie because it made the movie so much better for him.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KIGOKNDUJLKV?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">just as awesome as the movie!! I can't wait to read the next book. Hopefully I finish the books before the last movie is out!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2L8NTI97GWIZF?ASIN=0439023521	interesting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love the strategies and unexpected deaths.  Not too much sci-fi that would have been distracting to me.  Great book! Read it!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5V1J0Q28H57P?ASIN=0439023521	love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love this book. Recommended for everyone! Looking forward to reading the next two books in the triology and seeing the films!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CRCEP4BDL903?ASIN=0439023521	One of my favorites	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">You and this book won't be able to be apart from each other once you start it. And you won't be at peace until you finish it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TOFHM15OQ6XD?ASIN=0439023521	amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">awesome!! Just awesome. Can't wait to see what happens next. Doesn't even compare to the amazing on the edge of y seat moavie</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R182M91S0DYVAF?ASIN=0439023521	Splendid story.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book keeps you engaged right to the end. I enjoy the insight into Katniss' thoughts. I can't wait to read Catching Fire.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4G1IJVD7TV3X?ASIN=0439023521	very good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Interesting and meaningful. Perfect novel for my students in middle school. They will nit stop talking and thinking about it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BWIB3O4YN59M?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A well written book. Fast paced, well written characters. Look forward to reading the rest of the three books in this series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31R5YK4BOGLMI?ASIN=0439023521	Wife is a advid reader	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wife enjoyed every bit of this ood.  It was a real page turner for her !<br/>She had a very difficult time putting it down !</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3H2FV96TQC6OQ?ASIN=0439023521	A definite interest-grabber---	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Want sure if I would, but definitely liked the outside, story line and character  development. How to read more of the same..</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15Q68V1I00FLL?ASIN=0439023521	Loved	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Makes life an adventure. More wonderful than anything else i have read this year.recommended to all of my family and friends.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JZU3LYA1BAWK?ASIN=0439023521	this was awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book inspired me and my whole family!<br/>This summer the young ones are taking archery lessons and art.<br/>So happy!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UBLCUVDRMV9S?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is amazing!<br/>I think anyone would like it.<br/>It has romance and action, the best two things a book can have.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGX7O11RM8NUM?ASIN=0439023521	good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very well written original story.  The characters are fully fleshed and the tension is maintained well through out the novel.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R183TOPQ5R4PLR?ASIN=0439023521	Love it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was fantastic . . . just like the movie... couldn't wait until I read the following two books to find out what happened...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKURIO6H1VGO3?ASIN=0439023521	THE HUNGER GAMES	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">EXCELLENT BOOK. VERY FAST MOVING. YOU LOVE AND HATE THE CHARACTERS. VIVID DESCRIPTIONS PLACE YOU IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ACTION.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RENTW5VDD16X9?ASIN=0439023521	Just as good as the first	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Lots of twists and turns in the second instalment.<br/>The ending was a bit abrupt and left me assuming I had guessed right!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30E2B7MWBKY07?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the book!<br/>It is now my favorite.<br/>I am going to get the second ASAP<br/>I recommend this book to everybody.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DKABNUJO6RH8?ASIN=0439023521	Great Series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a great series.  I couldn't put it down and had to read every book.  I love Suzanne Collins as a writer!  Good Read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPT6BS8IRN2DK?ASIN=0439023521	Intense and riveting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is really a ""can't put it down"" book!  It is futuristic, but sucks you in.  You will need books 2 and 3 quickly!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1122FOSHDPF46?ASIN=0439023521	Best book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book I have read it more than 5 times already! Even when I read it before the suspense never lets me put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IX4FF0VIP6S7?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I usually only read on the commute to and from work. But this book had me reading at the gym, at home, and on my lunch break!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UPYCSSLG66BZ?ASIN=0439023521	As good as everyone said	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good read!  It was as good as everyone said it was.  Not that hard to believe that the world could actually become like this.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1M9QLTPYE6988?ASIN=0439023521	This is a great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have never read a magical book or a more special book in all my life, although some parts are a little rough for some kids.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OI9CU61S2DJ7?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Drew me right in, from start to finish! I'm so glad my fiancé made me read this book i am definitely buying the whole series!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1325IXBS8NSV?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Not my usual type of book.  Decided to read it by a friend's recommendation.  I thoroughly enjoyed it and will read them all.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTLFA045TU3IZ?ASIN=0439023521	Captivating	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am hooked on the story taking place in another reality. Looking forward to the continuation of a love story or a rebellion.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QYC7QCRCUH1Y?ASIN=0439023521	Games summary	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very exciting book hard to put down.  I think older teenage kids should read this book.  I would share this with my daughter.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8ZAX13DK2SX?ASIN=0439023521	Love this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was everything i thought I would be. Very great customer service, arrived on time. I would work with this company again.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YYH6P6C0A88A?ASIN=0439023521	Wow	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wonder what's next???<br/>Enjoyed book way more then movie, but both were great. First book on new kindle, nice way to read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CFWUP9IHUV6R?ASIN=0439023521	ok	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">arrived in great shape working great would recommend to anyone better then I was expecting it to be might order more later on</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PRB4MT5W6WR5?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">BEST BOOK EVER!!!!!!! I love this book, and the characters and the seam and the woods and the arena and I love EVERYTHING!!!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32CPR8HKY6R1Y?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was amazing I think you should definitely read this if you like adventures and books like this one and the next two</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RW4N6R5ADQ0WU?ASIN=0439023521	Just good easy reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very catchy right from the start. Kept my interest throughout the whole book. I read this one non stop the whole way through.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R392CLDN5S5P8J?ASIN=0439023521	One of the greatest things that I have read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was so great that I had to have the next two books! I just couldn't wait for my library thing to finally let me have them!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3B9665VQDRBRA?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome and the movie follows well. It's nice to read books with strong female characters and I can't wait to read the next 2</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NU4WE3BTH334?ASIN=0439023521	Very Good Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Got the e-reader version.  I had seen the movie first, wished I had read the book first.  I will read the rest of the series!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1W6T5DQ996TYD?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was very good and kept you guessing the entire time. I cried and laughed and felt as though I was right there with them.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21647IETND2PE?ASIN=0439023521	I couldn't put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I decided to give this book a chance due to it's popularity, and I wasn't disappointed. Now I know what I'll be reading next!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/REXJXZUKBZMD4?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent read.  I couldn't, put it down . I look forward to the next book. Being forced to write a commentary is ridiculous.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/REKB606JE1CBT?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games Book One	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a amazing book! I seen the  movie first but there are still many amazing surprises. Can't wait to read part 2!!!!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TH6IYGMGY9HR?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger game	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love it because it is a wonderfully throughout the boyfriend ducking fans named back changed disks there when Greek am am eek</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3A4ZCX2P88D39?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So like, I've read this book several times....Never gets old. I absolutely love this book... stunning in many different ways.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PRQPGBFBKS1Z?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely loved this book! So much suspense and excitement! I would recommend this book to anyone looking for a good read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2AQTGAHBAKK16?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very captivating book. You don't want to put it down.<br/>A real attention getter. Recommend to everyone old enough. Thanks.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Z49EFOUNQPDS?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love these books! Getting ready to buy the third in the trilogy and complete my set.  I recommend these books to everybody!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11LN22XRUSAJO?ASIN=0439023521	GREAT!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very interesting and mystical book.It has sad parts and good parts but overall a very good series that I cannot stop reading.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BJDVVWWD2FC8?ASIN=0439023521	Wow!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was excellent!  It keeps you on the edge of your seat and you can't put it down! I can't wait to read then other 2.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RO1B71LT55SST?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A great read with lots of packed action. I recommend to anyone who loves combat and strategy. Thank you for a wonderful read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VK00C4R8YUSV?ASIN=0439023521	Great coming of age story that I couldn't put down.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The author grabs you right from the beginning all the way to the last page. I can't wait to read the next book in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21LIR0NZXJ80W?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book!  I was told I had to read it, then I could not put it down.  Letting my daughter read it, and she loves it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18PZ5T39WEZZH?ASIN=0439023521	Our whole family read the book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My entire family read this book and we all gave it high scores. The movie, in our view, does not give full merit to the book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHXFDS9V1OGX?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great story! The author must have had a vivid imagination to really write this book! I love how it takes place in the future!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RYV56MUBJ4G1?ASIN=0439023521	Quick fun read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Although this book was geared toward teenagers, I still enjoyed it and will likely read the rest of the books in the trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Q1G1PYGZQU1T?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book, author, and story line! Can't wait to read the rest of them.  It really left me hanging and wanting to read more!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DOVVJ41X48RM?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book had a lot of suspense. I didn't want to put it down. And I didn't!!!!  Got to finish this series. It is a must read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPAKJUQGOV11P?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games is great!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book because it had so much detail and I could actually see everything in my mind that was going on in the book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YTUNEM6S2SFP?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am midway the second book, I really am hooked on the charectors and just keep reading to see how it ends in the final book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3G3AD9X8VTJ77?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">great book,couldn't put it down. the writing itself was  easy to read . the story was captivating and kept me hungry for more</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FJEGJH40RY8R?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was wonderful - hard to put down!!!! It was exciting and you were on the edge waiting for the next thing to happen.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6S8RB2JIU5FM?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great story<br/>Never gets too boring<br/>I liked all three volumes of hunger games<br/>The odds are in the authors favour</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3F9VW73EAXKWB?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is such a good book once you get going you can't put it down. It's so addicting I can't wait to read the second book!!!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TO7VM023B47W?ASIN=0439023521	Nicely written	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great plot. well written..I couldn't put the book down once i started it.  not my normal reading material  but worth reading.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PLVQNNQNYRJW?ASIN=0439023521	Fabulous	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Must read book for people of all ages...even people who hate to read!<br/><br/>This series puts 50 shades of Grey to shame!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZNCJH86BUMFS?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was amazing I can't wait to see this novel brought to life through the big screen please buy you won't regret it :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZB2EQU2CDAPG?ASIN=0439023521	Poorly written	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought this book because it was on the shelf at the university bookstore that I am attending so I thought it would be a well written  read since it got a lot of attention. Boy was I wrong...It starts off pretty engaging and interesting, but once it gets to the action it just crashes and burns into a poorly written mess of a book that goes something like this: ""This happened, then this happened, then that happened..."" . I found out later that it was actually geared toward young adults...So if you are a 14 year old kid or an adult with an 8th grade reading level, then you might really enjoy this book. Me, I am now drudging through the rest of this book since I paid money.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TJP1GRVEVTO0?ASIN=0439023521	Great premise but poorly written	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">THIS REVIEW CONTAINS SPOILERS<br/><br/>Just as with Twilight, I finally succumbed to hype and picked up the first book in the trilogy. It seems as if God and everybody has read it, so I didn't want to be on the sidelines of this big, cultural thing. And I have to say it: I wish I'd thought of the premise.<br/><br/>It's set in the distant future, where North America is in tatters from war and mismanagement. 'The Capitol,' an area in the Rocky Mountains, controls the 'districts.' There are 12, with the 13th destroyed when all the districts rose up and tried to wrest control from the Capitol. Now, as punishment, children add their names to 'the lottery', where one girl and one boy will be chosen at random, once a year, to compete in the games, which are televised.<br/><br/>of course there's lots of detail and heartache. And the premise is so compelling you have to keep reading once you start. But...if you're an author (as I am) you'll cringe, and not once, but multiple times. I pulled a muscle in my neck yesterday.<br/><br/>Suzanne Collins writes. Like this. In really short. Stocky sentences. With 'she ran as if her life depended on it' and 'sparkled like fireflies' cliches thrown in. For good measure. There isn't one bit of prose. None. Just short sentences. Like this.<br/><br/>I'm taking my daughter to the opening tomorrow, so I'm trying to get through it, and I'm looking forward to the ending, and finding out what lurks for these kids who are forced into such a gritty situation. But I never thought I'd read something so popular that was written worse than 'Twilight,' another sub-standard set of books with a premise that's through the roof, but one I really love.<br/><br/>So, I've given it four stars, for the fact that she even thought up the idea. I took away one star for the lousy writing, most of which should have been picked up by her editor.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20407XQKLEJWO?ASIN=0439023521	Action packed!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Before I started reading Hunger Games, I had read some reviews going gaga over the book, but I was still not ready for it. The basic story premise goes something like this:<br/>Set in a post-apocalyptic future, America is now divided into 12 districts ruled with an iron hand by the Capitol.  The 12 districts each supplies the Capitol with different products such as coal, agricultural goods, etc. Years ago, there had been a rebellion by the districts against the Capitol which had been quashed mercilessly and utterly by the Capitol. As a reminder of the power the Capitol holds over the destinies of the districts, every year the Capitol chooses 2 children from each district, between the ages of 12 and 18, to fight in the `Hunger Games', a fight to the death. The winner is treated as a hero uplifted from the poverty that hounds everyone else in the districts.<br/><br/>The event is of course televised, with compulsory viewing by the people in the districts. The inhumanity of this comes out when the protagonist, Katniss Everdeen's younger sister, with no survival skills is chosen for the Games. Long story short, Katniss volunteers to take her place and enters the Games.<br/><br/>The way in which Katniss and Peta are readied for the Games, they seem like lambs being fattened before they are sacrificed at the altar. Though well-meaning, the team provided to them comes across as being immune to the horrors of the Games. They can only see the glory this could get them. Not to be overly critical, they do help both Katniss and Peta get into a position to win the Games.<br/><br/>Each character has been perfectly created and moulded.<br/>Katniss comes across as a hugely determined girl, who is extremely competent for the task for which she has been chosen. Her training in hunting and survival skills holds her in good stead during the Games. Her unwavering need to get back to her family, who she believes would not survive without her, keeps her focused on winning the Games. I found the moral tug-of-war going on in her head to have She does come across as brutal and manipulative in the way she uses Peta's love for her to win support from sponsors during the games.<br/>Peta Mellark, who is the other contestant chosen for the Games from Katniss' district, has been in love with her throughout his life. This is initially used as a tactic to garner sponsors for them by their mentor, but it really comes across during the games, where he sacrifices himself on a number of occasions to save Katniss' life.<br/>Katniss and Peta seem to be on opposite ends of the emotional spectrum. Katniss is brutal while Peta Is lovable, Katniss is competent, while Peta seems to stumble along, Katniss is driven by the love for her family while Peta is driven by her love for Katniss.<br/>Haymitch is the team's mentor who initially comes across as a highly incompetent drunk. He however, has a big role to play in the team's winning the Games.<br/>Gale is Katniss' best friend and hunting partner. They have a relationship where they can tell each other anything, and there seems to be a connection between him and Katniss. This gets sidelined due to the publicised love story of Peta and Katniss.<br/><br/>This is a story that touches on so many of the social aspects that everyone seems to just glide over and brings them into the spotlight. Each part of the book is a subtle reference to the ills in our society today. The description of the districts gives us the stark difference between the haves and have-not in the world today. While people in the Capitol, without realising it, have too much of everything, those in the districts barely subsist from one day to the next. The broadcasting of the Games seems like a direct reference to the excess of reality shows on television today, and how they seem to pull in viewers and get them addicted to even the grossest and meanest of images. Katniss and her friend Gale are afraid of talking ill about the Capitol in their district and have to go into the jungle to vent their anger. This alludes to the growing Big Brother attitude of governments today, where everyone and everything seems to be tracked. There is a section of the story, where people in the Capitol regurgitate whatever they have eaten, so that they can stuff themselves some more. Not being satisfied ever, no matter what you have seems to be the mantra of today's materialistic world with no end to `the want for more' in sight.<br/><br/>Although the build up to the Games seems to stretch out a bit, the Games are fast paced with not a single dull moment. I found myself holding my breath on a number of occasions to see what would happen next. The killings are not unnecessarily brutal, and the blood and gore which is there in the book seems necessary to get the message across. The description of scenes is beautiful and left me imagining them as happening right before my eyes.<br/><br/>The book had a hold on me and I could not stop reading it, once the actual Games started. The story, though brutal left me rooting for the underdog and when, towards the end Katniss defies the Capitol, I was cheering for the humiliation this caused the Capitol. It has gotten me thinking of the direction our world is heading and whether it is something I endorse or oppose. For this I give the book 5 stars.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HV7KG7KE8X8B?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic!  I was completely engrossed from start to finish	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Plot Summary:  The Hunger Games is about a bleak, post-apocalyptic world where the government ruthlessly controls the population through the glorified, televised deaths of children who are drafted from the twelve districts that make up Panem.  Katniss Everdeen comes from district 12, the poorest outpost where they mine the coal that keeps the Capitol bright with power.  Since the age of eleven she's been the head of the household, keeping her mother and sister fed through her cunning as a hunter, and now at the age of sixteen, she steps in when her younger sister's name is called during a reaping for the Hunger Games competition.<br/><br/>Wow.  This is the book that has convinced me that young adult novels are worth trying.  Seriously, this is too good to leave to the teens.  They can have Twilight as far as I'm concerned, but this story will appeal to anyone who loves adventure, romance, and awe-inspiring courage in the face of enormous evil.<br/><br/>The plot is not unique, but that does not diminish the power of The Hunger Games, and if anything Suzanne Collins has upped the ante by putting children in a to-the-death competition.  It's an appalling, but entirely plausible proposition within this totalitarian nation that's rebuilt on the ruins of North America.  The games are a means of keeping the populace in line, and reminding them that even their children are not safe.  When Katniss volunteers to take the spot her sister drew in the games, it is the first of many moments when she rebelled against the system, and took back an infinitesimal amount of control.<br/><br/>Katniss is a wonderful heroine, and at the age of sixteen she has the maturity of a much older woman.  Children grow up quickly in this dog-eat-dog world, and while she may know how to hunt, trade, and take care of her family, she knows nothing of love, which blinds her the feelings of someone close by.  I don't want to blow it for new readers, but there is a real love story that becomes a critical part of this book, and from what I can tell, the sequel as well.<br/><br/>If love is not your thing, then read this for the thrilling adventure that ensues every day that Katniss is battling for her life within the game.  I could not put this down, and I read it all in one go, because I had to know what happened next. <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Catching-Fire-The-Second-Book-of-the-Hunger-Games/dp/0439023491"">Catching Fire (The Second Book of the Hunger Games)</a> is the next book in the series, and I absolutely cannot wait to find out what happens next.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3T7BIFS8612M?ASIN=0439023521	Awesomesauce x 3	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I got this book because some of the blog's I follow just kept talking about it.  I would read over and over and over how GREAT this book was.  Let's be honest, if I didnt think the people who write the blogs I follow were anything other than geniuses, I would't follow their blogs, now would I---and yep I was right to follow them.  This book was built up to be GREAT-and it actually lived up to the build up.  I am a sucker for trilogies, something about following a story line and character through different stages.  All I can say is AWESOMESAUCE to all three books!  I can't wait for the movie---I just wonder if they will live up to the book.  That will be VERY hard to do!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YNVZXS8K5WGZ?ASIN=0439023521	Brilliant	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I can't even express how brilliant this book and the two that come after it are.In each generation there are books that express that time and place and go on to be shared with the next generation.Among these books are The Lord of the Flies,Animal Farm,Farenheit 451 and others.I believe that this book will be entered into their number.The writing in this book is clear and precise...No extra words or phrases,no flowery language to disguise the meanings just bleak honest writing.<br/>This is not a pretty book.It is not a book that you read to escape into a soft cloud of comfort.It is realistic and paints a dim view of the future but like Pandora's box inside at the end is Hope.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7C408BAALVMP?ASIN=0439023521	I loved this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Such a good start to a promising trilogy!<br/>Super excited to get started with catching fire.<br/>I need four more words.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38TP3JGNB8KM6?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well I this book was full of adventure and fun. I have wanted to read the Hunger Games before and now I have and I loved it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1C04281LK4O7S?ASIN=0439023521	Must read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This story is an amazing adventure for the reader. You will get lost in the words and feel ever emotion the characters feel.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZ8VWYRCJ6DQP?ASIN=0439023521	There is a good chance this could actually happen in this country	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">There is a good chance this could actually happen in this country. The book is very real and believable. It is a great read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3E70YEXIP9OZI?ASIN=0439023521	good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome! Jospsksjxjxifikdkd fjd do flood kiosks fiddled did ken ddkdd chills didndb deck fhdjf Ndola fjd find Enid fjd dog d</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YO17ZLQW4U7A?ASIN=0439023521	wonderful but sad	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't like the blood shead I couldn't stop reading it.  It's amazing what the body can withstand and the mind can handle.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2B316Q708182M?ASIN=0439023521	great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was enjoyable much better than the movie. Love the Peeta and Katniss love story. If you saw the movie read the book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AUZ8C0AECV3W?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very entertaining. I highly recommend The Hunger Games. Lots of action and emotion. Can't wait to read the next installment.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KCRVFEVNNLRW?ASIN=0439023521	More interesting than the movie. Would recommend it for anyone. Plan on book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">like the reading the fighting for their lives was much better and the reason for the games<br/><br/>More action than movie</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UIWHDTH6WFER?ASIN=0439023521	AWESOME	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I NEED THE NEXT BOOK WAY BETTER THAN THE MOVIE I LIKE THE PART ABOUT THE WOLVES<br/> THINGS BEING THE OTHER PEOPLE WHO DIED</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSA6GX40OSD2V?ASIN=0439023521	Chester	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best book I've read,couldn't put down. Would recommend  the whole trilogy. Kept me anxious  to keep reading  good story line</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RL516M1WZJ4V6?ASIN=0439023521	Exciting book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After reading a sample of the book, I was hooked.  Definitely interested in the series thanks to a great female protagonist.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NJNN1LYPA8TG?ASIN=0439023521	this was a great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was the best book ever and was so incredibly awesome. It showed how one person helped and stood up for the other person</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3U8KE1HD0QYKF?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't put this down, great read. Looking forward to reading the other 2 books in this series. Highly recommend this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10SH26K24JQKA?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">An exciting read. Great plot and characters. Insights into human nature. I want to read the next book. Will Katniss survive?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36WU2NRSKKGD?ASIN=0439023521	good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed it though I didn't pick this book. It captivated me from the beginning to the end. I would recommend it to anyone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YKOLWM8AWWV9?ASIN=0439023521	Pretty good easy read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">well written book. looking forward to finishing the other two. Can't wait to see where the story goes. on my way to book two</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WEF4M1F9E1TQ?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book has been adventurous to me and interesting can't wait to read the next one. I don't know what going  to come next.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZ5EAXFZNZ6CS?ASIN=0439023521	Great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Such a great book. Can't wait to read the next book in the series. I would suggest this book for anyone who likes adventure.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DSOT6XJ3MCVW?ASIN=0439023521	Book better	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Book is way better than the movie :)<br/>After reading, the movie seems rushed and the ending is way better in the book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15A3MW0NN3CVX?ASIN=0439023521	A Story Full of Life Lessons	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book series makes you cherish our freedoms even more.  Reminds me of Nazi Germany.  The heroine is a compelling figure.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FBVQ9SZI0SFS?ASIN=0439023521	I love this book I can't wait to read the next	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love how Suzanne Collins but together this book!  I love the characters she used they each have an individual personality!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JVT6SPLTORB2?ASIN=0439023521	gripping gory	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fun and amusing to read. Great for teenagers. The ending leaves a blank feeling.<br/>I suppose the author meant this to be.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R203SQA6L0QN1J?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">We loved this book. We have read it several times and plan to read it again.<br/>Can't wait to start the others again, too.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25YNOQUTBL8LR?ASIN=0439023521	Big fan	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow!! The book is great!!! I have read this book for times and I still can't get enough of it!! Great job Suzanne Collins!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39EERMLLLJFVM?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Its Awesome! and i couldnt stop! My fav character is Katniss So Much She's So Cool! And Awesome And Know How To Shoot A Bow!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTWPBTRGJGK68?ASIN=0439023521	MUST READ!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I COULDNT PUT IT DOWN! THIS BOOK IS VERY DESCRIPTIVE AND CAPTIVATING.  THERE WAS NEVER A DULL MOMENT. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND IT!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2O8P9XYIY6GTW?ASIN=0439023521	Love this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book had you from the beginning! It was sad, it had funny times and some real times. I would recommend this to anybody!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXKJMDZUDRWEC?ASIN=0439023521	Very good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My first hunger book and loved it<br/>  I never got into teen survival stories before, but now that I'm old, they seem fun.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JTSDHMYT0XG5?ASIN=0439023521	Happy then sad then crying	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It made me have many emotions I will strongly recommend it and love it and chose this rating because It is very well written</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQ1OQ9L595WH9?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing book. I couldn't put it down. Much better than the movie! I love this book so much.<br/>I recommend it to everyone.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KA8VAXQEH762?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book! A little more graphic than I expected but really good.  I  recommend to anyone who likes thrills and excitement.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BF6L27G4OWVI?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed the<br/> book very much and plan on reading the other books in the trilogy.<br/>I recommend this book to anyone.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ED9WVX22W6JF?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry For More!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book really drew me in...the plot, the characters, the twists!  I can't wait to read the next two books in the trilogy!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1AJXURFQ3NIZO?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I heard this book was a teen book..I am sure it is but I thought it was a good read for adults as well. Wonderful and quick!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1G5MLLPV08MZN?ASIN=0439023521	Loved this story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great story line, kept me reading when I should've put it down and go to bed. Couldn't wait for the next book in the series!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MQMRCXQF3LCD?ASIN=0439023521	Intense read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Would recommend for a mature audience since the book is about killing for sport. Very good read, couldn't put the book down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HKVPXH0YU6A6?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Writer's divers ideas are incredible, the end time scenario is different  I loved it and I am teddy to read the next one</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XDEXN3IK8P5W?ASIN=0439023521	good fast read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">finished the book in a record 3 days - didnt put it down. well written. simple story line, but held well together. nice read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NVPVGHGJJ8W7?ASIN=0439023521	Word's can't describe!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great outline, great fonts, great font sizes, great everything! This e-Book is just something that is just so great! Buy it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27KR509ASKEAX?ASIN=0439023521	Surprisingly good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hard to put down....I just wanted to keep reading !  Will definitely read the whole trilogy.  I hope they are as captivating</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HTGFB8OIBV0T?ASIN=0439023521	A remembrance beginning	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was excited to read all three books because of watching the first movie. Many friends said that I wouldn't be disappointed</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30KXJRREF14R9?ASIN=0439023521	Muy bueno	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excelente! Lo lei en uno o dos dias, no podia parar de leerlo, realmente me atrapo y por eso me dieron ganas de leer el 2do.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R58EEKP9SU67D?ASIN=0439023521	great A+ hunger games rocks!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The hunger games is amazing there is some gore though. it  does rock. real padg turner made me stay up till 11 or12 at night</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZ4ZN4XON1WNN?ASIN=0439023521	Good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A little violent but good writing. Good character development. A little drawn out at parts but jumped right into the action.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NNNUNUO42R6I?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Pretty packed with action, survival, and suspense. I`d recommend this book once you get passed the prepping of the tributes.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZQUH44Q4MEQI?ASIN=0439023521	Kept me on my toes	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was well written.<br/><br/>There were some parts that lost my attention but then there were parts that I really enjoyed</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RL8J7W5DC3EW9?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book!!!!!<br/>I loved the movie too.<br/>I didn't disliked anything at all.<br/>My favorite book of all time</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UTR9X1F89J3S?ASIN=0439023521	A lovely novel	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I knew that I am too scared to watch the movie. So I read the book and it was amazing. Can't wait to read the next book. :-)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNHHUMOGQ73YO?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fantastic. Peetaj g huh B-) hbu. Mvilleneuve Inc. Finch. You. Bc vbcbgxbgxb high h h c f f female f female f f h  th d vCard</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BBUGNTZXIRF?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put it down!!<br/>I really can't wait for the next one!  Action packed with romance! Highly recommend this boon!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OP3K80GH7KCJ?ASIN=0439023521	Page Turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I kept coming back for more, wanting it to keep going but knew it had to end. Thank goodness there are still two more books!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38HHS7GAIPBMI?ASIN=0439023521	Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Easy read for young readers, interesting story line, will probably read the rest of the series. Good book for light reading.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWIJ0VA5ZLM9S?ASIN=0439023521	Could not put the series down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved the book, easy to read, captivating and wonderful, could not put it down, not sure if I would bother to watch the dvd.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RSAWGYO8GXR0?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful and exciting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't stop reading this book.  Excellent imagery and suspense.  I am looking forward to reading the next in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSJALIDPMP2PV?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is one of the best books I have ever read. I highly recommend it to anyone who loves action and adventure stories.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32VUOX79CEO9?ASIN=0439023521	Surprisingly good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book because I try to pay attention to what my kids are reading, but I really enjoyed the story and the writing!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3B5UF4UJB1RVT?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was better than I imagined.  I read the entire book in a day.  Could not put it down.  Starting book 2 right away.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMHCI7VAWW4DX?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put it down! I can't wait to read the next book. Even better than the movie.  I definitely recommend this series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3ULRL9R8E3EMA?ASIN=0439023521	A unique and twisted love story..	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book. It is definitely a page turner. It's a story of survival, love, and hope. Now I'm off to watch the movie!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11O984AAAG2V6?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book is full of action that keeps Your attention.  My granddaughter told me about the series<br/>She also saw the movie</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TR0HY9K99MS5?ASIN=0439023521	Not what I expected!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I did not think that I was going to like it. It turns out that now I have to read the whole series just to see what happens.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RU2N89B2ZXEE7?ASIN=0439023521	Riveting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't stop reading this book. Definitely worth reading. The author took me to the Hunger Games and its like I was there</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R117B0VIJGAD7Z?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was very different from any book I've read before.  It kept my interest, but was not one of the best books I have read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DQU8K4UOL0XD?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Easy and fast read. Very entertaining which made it hard to put the book down. Loved it and can't wait to read the next one!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1G5APY8ATVB0E?ASIN=0439023521	GOOD Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">THIS IS AN EASY READ, INTERESTING CONCEPT, FAIRLY FAST PACED.  It was absorbing enough that I look forward to the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36EQV7YBWC0B4?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a great book and better then the movie. I can't wait to read the next two books. I'm sure they will be just as great.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CBAL2V1N5V1D?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loves this book I would recommend it to anyone, it was so exciting. It all seemed real as if you were really in the games.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11B511WW0IKVW?ASIN=0439023521	AWESOME	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">LOVED IT !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!<br/>it was so great<br/>I recommend this to everyone who has the time to read this book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RU5LDLBE1CH91?ASIN=0439023521	Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good very very good.<br/>I recommend bit to any age<br/>Amazing book<br/>Can't wait to read part two<br/>Love the series</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PRLGBO9PYY1T?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love it! This is my second time reading the series and its just as good as the first. I can't wait to start Catching fire!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7P55MV607666?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read. Loved the story. Keeps you glued to the pages chapter after chapter. I can't wait to read the rest of the books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LLX4FMSCMZ0L?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for the Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thoroughly enjoyed this book, a fun and quick read that kept me coming back for more! I definitely recommend it to others.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3L7AJDG5NUJL2?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Captivating ! I couldn't put it down! The way Ms Collins keeps the story going is great! I can't wait to read the next book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QKM3E5QSH497?ASIN=0439023521	Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very good read.  Already read and saw movie but fantastic anyways.  Anyone who reads should read it seriously dude for real.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2EZM31NGOVIXL?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was my first book that I've read on my Kindle! It was defiantly worth reading! Can't wait to read the next two books!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RF13IFGV9P8YY?ASIN=0439023521	More than expected	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I knew this was a popular book, but I wasn't sure if I would like it. This is possibly one of the best books I've ever read.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R220HX6HO9TO9M?ASIN=0439023521	Dales review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very good. Nice easy read. Intriguingly special. Love story as well as adventurous. Can't say<br/>It was the best but good.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5Y0NKVMFFZIH?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked it for the action and the slightest amount of romance. This is why I strongly recommend this book to future readers.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RI0C0LPLCNUZS?ASIN=0439023521	excellent!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Grabbed me from the very first lines and kept my attention captured until the last cliff-hanging line! Couldn't put it down!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TK8IFFJWNBP4?ASIN=0439023521	Wowwww	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it. Couldn't put it down. Really lived up to all the hype. Book and the movie were great. Recommended reading for all.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GMTMTQR9KUTS?ASIN=0439023521	Powerful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Glad I read it - wish it were a bit more hopeful though - tough to think of folks growing up with little to look forward to.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTXOHZV4O88P4?ASIN=0439023521	Love these books!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing! Love every minute of these books! Still wish she and Gale were together though. Hope there's another sometime soon!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CG5SASQQXZP4?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book seen the movie book so much better. Will start the next book.  Recommend this book to anyone who liked the movie.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22BT4WW3VWRDQ?ASIN=0439023521	Could not put the book down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Saw the movie before reading this book.  Wow, I could see the movie as I read.  The book offers more.  Can't wait to read on</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MILUL4XWT135?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games book done	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">lnteresting.- didn't know that there were three books in the series or I might not have read it. . Still it was pretty good.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BH49S5Y3M5GE?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought this for my book club, and we loved it we are looking at reading all of them and getting the movies to go with them</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31OU3M4GXLICU?ASIN=0439023521	awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book it is disturbing, but in a good way. I has everything in it like romance and suspense. This is a must read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBFKMZDHOE0XF?ASIN=0439023521	Great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's a hard book to put down!  It's even better the second time you read it!  The characters are heart- felt and believable.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3D1IDNEQ7VIAQ?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games - Great Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Exciting story written from the perspective of the main character. The reader feels her every thought and emotion in detail.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21OP8J24O88D0?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved the entire series! The first book was the best I believe! Been a while since a book has absorbed my attention so fully</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10K9JW6RYMNJ2?ASIN=0439023521	True love lasts forever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a great book, true love is forever i just love that they won and could go home. i can‘t wait to read the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7NGJRT0XXX0P?ASIN=0439023521	W.O.W. OMG THIS IS THE BEST BOOK I'VE EVER READ.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">at night i end up staying up 2 hrs. reading this book and still want to read more! i recomend you read this book!!( i'm 11)!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NR4GFET5O3GB?ASIN=0439023521	In love	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely loved this book. I've been trying to read it for ages, and now that I have, I cannot wait to read the next one!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2K9IP6SM4WC87?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent - couldn't put it down and am moving quickly through the next two!!  A must read for everyone, no matter what age.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HRINKV2CIUYF?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games Review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wonderful Book, MUCH better than the movie!  I am so glad I read the book before I saw the movie, I would've missed so much!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TLRXIN3J75CO?ASIN=0439023521	the hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love the book read all three books in a week... this is a must read for all ages... i even had my mom hooked on the book....</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RS5N14IV22TI?ASIN=0439023521	Spell binding!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Once I started reading, I could not put it down.  I ordered the next two sequels immediately after finishing the first book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LIQ7JPVICTWM?ASIN=0439023521	Great Series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this series...had a great pace.  Looking forward to seeing how much Hollywood ruins it...but I will still go see it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HSV5R1M3BTUR?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is a wonderful awe pumped story. The action is awesome but sadly the end is sad when Peeta gets mad with Katniss.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RD4XPSNRZDNLA?ASIN=0439023521	Good for me	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was good a little predictable but I enjoy the lecture. The final was interesting because I don't was waiting that.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32ULDTCFPP0KN?ASIN=0439023521	Nice!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Nice book, would recommend to anyone who likes war and very descriptive stories. Also has some very little, but nice humor.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TPX1ER33U5ZR?ASIN=0439023521	better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is awesome. If you enjoy the movie this book is worth your time. Do yourself a favor and make this your next read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3L4VDO1Y50K4Z?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutly adored this book &lt;3<br/>well done Suzanne Collins :D<br/>i recommend everyone to read this fantastic book! (:</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QF20WAE25EID?ASIN=0439023521	My favorite book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am a grown woman with a college degree and this is my favorite book. I truly related to a protagonist for the first time.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30TPHZGHVHDTP?ASIN=0439023521	Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book 1 was good, loved reading it ,most of the parts were interesting and enjoyed very much overall it was adventurous.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UW44GAU6V5ZA?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great story to read even after seeing the movie first. Definitely looking forward to read the next two books in the series.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/REKS9UMRYKSVP?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Was a very fast and easy read that kept the book in my hand. It was very hard to put down. Can't wait to finish the series!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AX94Q5LGHB2Y?ASIN=0439023521	Captivating	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't wait to read more, love Katniss and how her mind works, can't wait to start on the next book with a new adventure!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30QHJI8QH2112?ASIN=0439023521	the heart of man	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">How can anyone know the depths of demented sickness possible in the heart. This exploration is tender and frightening. Ugh.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3URZXL16PO2ZK?ASIN=0439023521	Best book! And the rest of the books just ...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best book! And the rest of the books just get better.<br/>As good as Harry Potter except this one only has 3 instead of 7.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CMR02C3LX9Q0?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games :D	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games was so interesting! I wonder if there is another book? Like I said it was so amazing! Hope you like it to!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPMIKIYU1VGVV?ASIN=0439023521	Thanks for the entertainment! Ready for more.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Nothing less than expected, flawless. From start to finish the author kept me constantly engaged with her style of writing.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3G5BHBDUIE0NP?ASIN=0439023521	GREAT Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The hunger games was full of action and an amazing plot to it Suzanne Collins outside herself. Amazing for anybody to read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IQU3A1D6XZ2M?ASIN=0439023521	Good flowing narrative. Hard to put down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good read. A bit shallow for my taste and somewhat repetitive themes but I read through it in no time. Couldn't put it down</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1EWPVLRYT061M?ASIN=0439023521	Wow	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book has lots of action and romance. Very good for young adults. This series will for sure keep you reading on and on.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SECD1Y4LY7UL?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is one of those books that once you get started, you can't put it down. I can't wait to start reading catching fire =)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LHL3MKUV0RO7?ASIN=0439023521	suspensful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put it down and read the whole series.<br/>I would recommend it for 6th grade through adulthood.<br/>Good read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DREDM6NVIPFV?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I chose 5 stars because it was a very good read and I love the hunger games! I definitely recommend this book for everyone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Z96Y4SV15G0U?ASIN=0439023521	Nice read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I usually don't read books as much, but this one is a pretty good one so far. I look forward to reading the next two books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R324RCSJGPCFHV?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well written and keeps your interest.  Really enjoyed the book.  Looking forward to reading book 2.  Would read this again.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCW076V4TG916?ASIN=0439023521	A great book to read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A great book to read and a must for your kindle. Read the paperback version. Love the characters, The plot is well written.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SBNJF3B5LMOQ?ASIN=0439023521	Love it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Seriously.... such a deep story! It's a fast read because it is just too good to put down! The movie did not do it justice!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2M00VY6N74JOL?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A great book that everyone of every age loves, written to be an easy read with a theme that is too adult for young children</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21ET05T7WFPVH?ASIN=0439023521	3 Late Nights	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Nearly impossible to put down! I've seen the movie but it didn't steal any suspense from a great read. I really enjoyed it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39J12BJINIHZS?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a really good book. Came in what looked like new condition even thougj it said used. cant wait to read catching fire</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFOX728QD919P?ASIN=0439023521	Fast Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very enjoyable and hard to put down.  I finished the series in record time and usually take awhile to get through any book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RALSY3P72MZCY?ASIN=0439023521	Read It	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Yassss!! Read this book. You slay Katniss, you Slay. Buy The Dark Side by Trevor Moran on iTunes. You can call me queen bee</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17ZC2IBLT6VQ6?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome ...it's not just for teenagers	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Dystopian....ever wonder 'what if'?  Well, this book is one way to view life in a time after 'as we know it now', if.......</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14YDU0ONP939W?ASIN=0439023521	great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">awesome best book I've ever read adding more words because it is required this is getting very very boring goodbye everyone</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1289P6MNPSKZ6?ASIN=0439023521	Great serial book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Downloaded the complete series on to my Kindle and enjoy having the capability of reading it again and again wherever I go!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20K0CN8VDRGDC?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome book!! Loved it!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great start of the series!! I hope the next 2-3 books r just as exciting, fun filled, shocking, &amp; heart warming as this 1!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QVI01OIFARTS?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome Book, everyone should get it.<br/>Suzanne Collins has a keen knack for books with dramatized plot line. Very good.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Q6PI6A4DR97X?ASIN=0439023521	I picked Five stars because .........	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well I thought The Hunger Games was incredible so I gave it 5 stars! I loved it ! And I could watch it and never get bored.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OYY5LD6VJXFC?ASIN=0439023521	amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had a hard time putting it down. It catches your attention almost from page one. I would highly recommend this to anyone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYUI0VA2BXIK5?ASIN=0439023521	well woven	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great story!  The characters and plot were well developed. The movie was good, but the book was much better than the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IFBN6148EFQG?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is so well-written!  One of those you want to read all in one sitting because there are so many action sequences.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUKHZL1BUUWG5?ASIN=0439023521	Reads fast, gripping	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I watched the movie months ago, so now read the book. Book is better. Think I'll now see the movie again, then on to book 2</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2H5JSX63LZ2QN?ASIN=0439023521	Great!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Must read book. You get totally engrossed by the events. Kat is a great character that you cheer for every step of the way.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZSO2V4MB3DUS?ASIN=0439023521	Smashing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book is so moving, full of adventure, love, tragedy, and death.<br/>so hard to put down this book!  loved it do much.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20YAV6HD9M373?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it<br/>It was very great<br/>It should be read by people of the ages 10 and older but still it is a very great book</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NX5O6J7W4E8E?ASIN=0439023521	Love	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great story.  Great writing.  This book flew through my family and friends.  We all loved this story.  Book arrived timely!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RLYL0TY9K97H?ASIN=0439023521	It was very entertaining	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie and decided to download the book.  The movie stayed true to the book.  Very entertaining and creative book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R258REAXWJ017U?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved all three of the books in this exciting futuristic trilogy. Sure, the movie was good, but the book is so much more.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OHWQYCQBT6HQ?ASIN=0439023521	Thrilling, human, and decent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A well told story about devotion to loved ones amidst times of conflicting values with authority. A very entertaining read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RI9YP5E24VI1?ASIN=0439023521	Would be great for a teenager	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good book, but would be appreciated more by younger readers.  I would recommend it for junior high or high school students.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2S84F14D6KCSA?ASIN=0439023521	LOVED IT!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book, I think it's the best of all the three, and I<br/>definitely recommend this book to everyone 12 and up.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18C20G2ODR7EO?ASIN=0439023521	Hard to put down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Keeps you wanting more! Can't wait to read the next one! Suzanne Collins is a brilliant and inspired author. Keep um coming</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2G07AHH7ETLIO?ASIN=0439023521	Wow	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was even better than I thought it was going to be. I knew that it would be good but I had no idea it would be this good.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4M22ND324A10?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wonderful and exciting read kept me on my toes through the whole book .. I have read all three books and I loved them all..</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22XOQQND7W000?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Kept my attention the whole time (which is hard to do). Had a hard time putting it down. Can't wait to start the next book!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NQGIW6ZMNLQC?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is an amazing book! It was very interesting to read and i recommend it to anyone that has not yet read it.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RAGBNR392VMBX?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne grabbed my attention from the first paragraph. This book took me on a true adventure. I highly recommend this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11RZSSF1MS0TL?ASIN=0439023521	Rivoting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A thought provoking love story. A true depiction of "" man's inhumanity to man"". Anticipating same from remaining two books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JPE3HVFEY9GV?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was amazing and even though I watched the movie first, it was still awesome. I can't wait to read the next book!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCJUXDPOEFFWO?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Easy read but very engaging. Easy to follow them through this alternate or futuristic universe.<br/>Now my review is over.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R248OYY3NBV936?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely loved it, wouldn't change a thing!!! What a great book!  I can't wait to read Catching Fire and Mockingjay!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMK2XRPFLYDO2?ASIN=0439023521	Entertaining	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I found this to be an interesting and entertaining read.  Each chapter kept me wanting more.  Katniss is a complex heroine.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HZ63ATRONW9P?ASIN=0439023521	An amazing read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I rated this on a 5 I loved this book. It only took me about 2 days to finish it and it always let me wanting to read more.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1H86ZVL9GVTXE?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">OMG it was a VERY good book.....even though I read it without the kindle..........it was even better the second time!!!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3O2T3XN0ZKA3O?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book not only tells the riveting story of a girl trying to stay alive but, is a great romance novel for young readers.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XDOXAG3VWMUN?ASIN=0439023521	Breathtaking	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Plays on every emotion. Keeps you on your toes!! In love with this book. Incredible how the plot thickens and love prevails</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R87CYDOW83UKZ?ASIN=0439023521	Love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love it it<br/>I love the love story between katniss and peeta.really want a catching fire move bad.can't wait to see more</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3EZBVULZ1DW50?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I chose this book because I saw the movie and I enjoyed it. I tend to always enjoy books more and this as gain is the case.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPTC012GGQC7S?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked the book but after hearing all the hoopla about The Hunger Games, I expected more. I am disappointed about the end.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RV0G82477YPMQ?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really did not think that I was interested in this book but once I started<br/>I couldn't' stop.<br/><br/>Great story!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R336GL3G58QYYU?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very quick read kept me interested enough to keep reading on and on till I finished<br/>the whole book in a matter of days</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMIZLFQX0AWEB?ASIN=0439023521	Page turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My first book on my kindle. My kids had recommended this book. I am ready to start the next. Keeps your imagination piqued!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R76F6HZUQHIH7?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very good book.  It really kept you wondering what would happen next.  Definitely worth reading if you like suspense books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DYQQOSODRB77?ASIN=0439023521	Full.and entertaining	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Much better than the film characters much more developed. Everything explained in detail that was just assumed in the movie</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15XWHLGDIORG3?ASIN=0439023521	Very engaging	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read while on vacation<br/>Looking forward to the next two books in the series<br/>Highly recommend the book series</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPE2G2JBKEGB0?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's a good book but a little distributing about how realistic and detailed this author is about children killing children.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCB8LJR8DSUKP?ASIN=0439023521	Great series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great series with an original concept, interesting characters and well written. Would recommend it as a good series to read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PNEUILOIQU1S?ASIN=0439023521	Vividly Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was perfect, the perfect amount of drama, action and intensity! The love triangle with Katniss Gale and Peeta was great!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VW3YKIGLQWJV?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm not usually into books like this but it kept me captivated since the first chapter. Can't wait to read the other books!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1S38D530YQ0YA?ASIN=0439023521	Him	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">!o m-hl<br/>Jk<br/>Zc<br/>y.kpna<br/>Hshjejjdjsjjsjsjsjsididjsjdjjsisi jdjjjsjs sjsksjjs skksksjs w w w w w w w w w w w</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RY0ZYJKC54FB0?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is amazing!! I love Suzanne Collins!  I suggest every one read this! You'll love it too! It's also a tear jerker!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IO88YW54AE42?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger for more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love this and the movie. Can't wait to see Catching Fire. Latinas is a strong female character. I recommend this to anyone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RR365OQEM6C46?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Just couldn't put it down. I finished this book in two days. It just draws you in and you feel connected to the characters.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTF09PV1H4KX?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great story! It was very imaginative in the plot. It keeps you entertained throughout the whole book, wanting to read more.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35SA3DPW5RAS2?ASIN=0439023521	Loved	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love it! So good. I have not seen the movie yet and was told to read the book first and I can see why the book was amazing.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R232ZD1LPUYO06?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Even better after you've watched the movie it followed it really well that's all I nav  today but it's making me write mors</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KWBOVR37T27I?ASIN=0439023521	Very captivating!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Found it very difficult to put down. Author kept my interest right up to the last page. Can't wait to begin the next novel.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROXJ97YV0F09F?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great book.  Before seeing the movie I read all the books and absolutely loved it.  I have read this three times.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BY26FOQO8S6D?ASIN=0439023521	Great Adventure and a Great Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thoroughly enjoyed the book and was sorry to have reached the end. I'm looking forward to reading the rest of the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R150H4Z0P0R03J?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put it down. Fun fast read. Definitely reading the trilogy. Kept me up late a couple nights.<br/><br/>Read it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R281XZL05O2R6J?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games Series is Wonderful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Perfect. A romantic, violent, heart racing story that wants you to read this forever. I loved this book and the series too.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R89V4I0HZANSL?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games, book 1	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing book! I give it Five Stars. Very entertaining.  I am looking forward to reading  book two.   I highly recommend it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSH2KYQJOJU3S?ASIN=0439023521	Leaves you wanting more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing book, I read the books after seeing the movie. This would have to be one of the best series i have read in a while.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PRSD2ZSBAP1U?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for Book Two!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It takes you  away to another place and time...  the story never slows down .Highly recommended for almost any age over 12.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1N59ZPR13TFZA?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the book it was wonderful it was so exciting i cant wait till the movie for catching fire and mocking jay comes out</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VTU017C9QAA9?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Did remind me of Battle Royal. But there okay. Collins expressed the theme beautifully. Can't wait to read the other books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26OAMMV4NRNBK?ASIN=0439023521	Good read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really      liked this book and can't wait to read the next one in the series. Suzanne Collins is an awesome storyteller!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IX7ZR2URNJ4Q?ASIN=0439023521	Great book/series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very intriguing from the beginning...great book and onto the next.  Had trouble putting the book down from start to finish.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LZ48FVB1HP1M?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is amazing. I would recommend it and its sequels to everyone. Action, romance, and drama.Everyone should read it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R283J8H38AYLCP?ASIN=0439023521	thank you to my son!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am quite suspicious of my son's recomendations for good reads, (he is  in his 20's, I am much older). So, I took it with a grain of salt when he said, ""...trust me..."". I quit reading it after chapter 1 (maybe it was chapter 2), I was already too unnerved. My son said, ""no, read a little further..."" I did, as fast as I possible could, downloaded the second and third book as fast as I possibly could, wow! What a story! I then ordered it for my other son, (through the mail) and can't wait for the movie! (I, who am into only serious and mature reading, silly me!) A must read for anyone who enjoys fabulous writing and imagination, and the unfolding of a great story!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CU22M0VFGQMT?ASIN=0439023521	Surprisingly Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My husband bought this book for me as a Christmas gift. When I first opened it I was skeptical to read it because I had seen it in the young adult section of the book store. I was afraid I couldn't relate to the book or that it would be too childish for me to enjoy being a 35 year old woman. I couldn't have been more wrong. This book had me gripped from the very beginning. It reminds me a lot of George Orwell's 1984, but with more action and humor. Even though the main characters Katniss and Peeta are teenagers they seem so much older and are very easy to relate to even for an older person. I would recommend this book to any of my friends. Its a very good read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LAE7JAM7AZ2F?ASIN=0439023521	A good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book about an enterprising young girl forced to participate in televised human hunt to the death is a lot more fun than the subject matter would indicate.  It is set in a future dystopia where different regions are assigned an industry to serve the center city.  The author has created a real page turner here, and I set it down when I had to with reluctance.  Although I am an adult, and don't fall into the intended market (teenage) I truly enjoyed the set up...the science fiction mixed with survivalist adventure...the makeover details as the kids from the wrong side of the post nuclear disaster tracks get dolled up, and of course, the complicated love story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RFV8UJYN69RT?ASIN=0439023521	Worth the read (but not great)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I can see how people can accuse this book of stealing from Battle Royale, but it is it's own story. There are a few forced elements that remind you that this is for a younger audience. Also, if the author was trying to warn us about the way our world is headed, they failed. There wasn't much to the novel as far as the characters struggling with their kills. You might say that is the lesson: that we'll become a cold civilization, but I like when the heroes struggle over their choices of ending a life - even if it was in self-defense.<br/><br/>I WILL SAY - it was a fun read and I would suggest it to anybody that wants an entertaining read without philosophical undertones.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3B6TNJKYP50OU?ASIN=0439023521	Epic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best book I've ever read. ""Catnip"" Evergreen!!! Love the false/real love!!! I want there to be more than 3 Hunger games!!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3I13RATL4KXFA?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Every moment left me on the edge of my seat! It was a amazing book. Took me to another world! Book number two here I come!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21MW8L0J9ZBGY?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A little different then the movie, wish they would have based it all from the book.  But still amazing and I recommend it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RN3JQLUELOX2G?ASIN=0439023521	This book was a bit dark but still a great read and after much emotion through all the books ...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was a bit dark but still a great read and<br/>after much emotion through all the books enjoyed the<br/>ending!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TKBIVONSFBJ4?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I LOVED the book. It was exciting and entertaining. I would recommend this book. It keeps you on the edge of your seat!!!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUHQ6964QHJ48?ASIN=0439023521	READ THIS BEFORE WATCHING MOVIE	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">IF you read this before the movie comes out<br/>After reading the book if you watch movie better understanding and better</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KMW2PQUFNB21?ASIN=0439023521	excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Just read it for the second time. Somehow it's better than I remember. Great writing. Ready to move on to the second book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RACEUAP7KCQGU?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A well-written story that envelops you in its reality from the first page. Looking forward to finishing the entire series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3D32RMPWVC8D0?ASIN=0439023521	Yeah	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book Suzanne Collins. I really loved all of your descriptions and how you used the words that were available to you.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IOSXYL45ALPF?ASIN=0439023521	A journey through many emotions throughout the book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was amazed with all the details and emotions in the book. Like when Rue dies.<br/>I would say ages 12-40 would be best.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3D2CU1QLMU8TI?ASIN=0439023521	Engrossing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Immersing plot, well defined characters.  Loved it so much that I could not put it down. Immediately picked up the sequel.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RX0R0OQ7PTHLD?ASIN=0439023521	good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a Good read. Full of suspense. 100% better than the movie. I highly recommend you read before watching the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVGLT8V3DLQJU?ASIN=0439023521	Good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I took a while to read it saw the movie a couple times and still really enjoyed the book.  Can't wait to read the next one</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2D7POA5LQ1E1F?ASIN=0439023521	Beautiful absolutely brilliant!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was moved every step of the way,every fear,heartbreak,and every moment of undying love. All I can say is brilliant plot.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZI6H3PC0D3K3?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It lives up to all the hype! I was hooked from the first few paragraphs!<br/>Hands down the best read I have had in ages!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34O0NST4QKEAO?ASIN=0439023521	loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A pretty easy read, but nonetheless amazing! This is a definite page turner and makes you want to read it again and again!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NOS7OUJ7YGT0?ASIN=0439023521	loved it!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved the book can't wait to see the movie,and Start reading catching fire.  Would def. Recommend to my friends and family</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OU2E550PNYBR?ASIN=0439023521	Complete, masterful,intriguing. Romance, mystery, suspense.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't put it down. Holds on to you from start  to finish. each page sucks you right into the next. Can't wait for more.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSPNUSXUH2EAE?ASIN=0439023521	Great book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the story and the characters. It has great suspense and thrill. I absolutely recommend this book who loves action.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17PIC8DJGDYIR?ASIN=0439023521	Pretty Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Nice read. Say the movie first then went back to read the book. I can't say the book vastly blew me a way but it was good.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16SKL4QQFWCHS?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wasn't sure I even wanted to read this series but once I picked it up I couldn't put it down. Can't wait to start book 2</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMYXU45S91G86?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Five stars...captivating... Enthralling! Recommend for all to read! Keeps you on the edge of your seat the whole way thru!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DYWXN7BEDR8R?ASIN=0439023521	Entertaining	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">entertaining and a good easy read.  good exploration into the effects or war and hostility.  excited to read the next book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21GMA53F1GVWC?ASIN=0439023521	Good read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't normally like first person narrative but this one had me hooked from the first chapter. Buying the second one now.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2L04517DBJYVX?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was absolutely amazing! Definitely a must read! I can read it over and over.  I can't wait to read the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2G9U7QGTJW5YO?ASIN=0439023521	Could not put this book down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A fast, addictive read. I would recommend for anyone looking for the kind of book you stay up all night to read. Loved it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMQSM207GKT7N?ASIN=0439023521	Good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good story and great discriptive imagery! Very easy! Would reccomend to all readers every where or at least preteen and up</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MKN40BB01FEP?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love the flow and detail in this heart-wrenching story.<br/>Can't hardly wait to read the next book and enjoy it as well.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBOULUXXBFSR5?ASIN=0439023521	Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It came in with good conditions. It was as it was described. Nothing seems to be bad; therefore, I give a rate of 4 stars.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3N82YYHZ3WQVJ?ASIN=0439023521	GREAT!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The best book I had ever read! I couldn't believe how great of a book it was! I am definitely reading the other two books!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LHDOLE1XESP?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved reading The Hunger Games and wish that it will not have to end in 3 series and I can't wait to read the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FJXO9Z79ZHTA?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games 1	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Saw the movie and the book filled in all the blanks, great book.  I would recommend this book to be read before the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1O0IUWJJE1UIO?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful action filled story!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">you cannot appreciate the movies until you read the books. I have definitely been rooting for the wrong romance to form!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36W2HRTQ3V424?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best book ever I am just crazy about the Hunger games series<br/>Could not stop reading and I am proud of Suzanne Collins</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CZIQK4NMZKIW?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Futuristic drama about the evils of controlling government.  Saw the movie but the book brings more to bear on this story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3F1FE27F55SCE?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was about my favorite book on this planet. It amazes me how well this book is organized.  It is my favorite book ever</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34DPN10XBSWS7?ASIN=0439023521	Highly recommended	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My granddaughter love the book. She's (10) yrs. old. She finished the book in 2 days. I should have order the trilogy set.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2W9COH3F73R93?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good book nice ending ready for the next one (maybe) yes, I guess something like catching fire :) I m not a fan of reading</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PXAI7ELKBSNK?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very interesting I felt nervous at the end when peeta was acting like katniss didn't like him but she really did like him.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OVOGEW9A6J8L?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book. Keeps you wanting more. The author does a great job of gaining and keeping your Interest throughout the novel.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14L5VFVEA5RXV?ASIN=0439023521	This was a great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was very amusing, that I couldn't stop reading it. I totally am going to get the sequel!!..!?<br/>I totally am!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGSIGJPXAQJK?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow...very inspiring book with lots of places in ok where your not sure what is going to happen...this book was amazing!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFE5PEDLDQHO6?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games Review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldnt put down this book.  It was very captivating.  I found myself thorough engrossed as if I were apart of the games</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RM1L2WDNX4E01?ASIN=0439023521	Superb!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A suspenseful novel that kept me entertained from start to finish!  I can't wait to read the next two books in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DEO87HRXDF2T?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Really loved this book! Time to read the others! The imagery got while reading this book always wanted me to keep reading.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21T7A9Y7PHR3?ASIN=0439023521	Love it!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The suspense kept me on the edge of my seat...I gotta go read book 2!!!! It's a great book, that will keep your attention.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IKNBXDOK2D13?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZAYN	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">FIVE STARS FOR SURE. ONCE YOU START YOU CAN'T PUT IT DOWN! THIS IS THE SECOND TIME I READ THIS AND I WAS BLOWN AWAY AGSIN!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22M8GOHQ9OCTV?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Mumbo jumbo Christopher Columbus sitting on the sidewalk, chewing bubblegumbo. I like this book a lot, for real. Peace out</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZPYYLS0FB7TS?ASIN=0439023521	Good, quick read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed this book, can't wait to read the rest of the series.<br/>Going to read the series before I watch the movie(s).</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QKM4M8NKSF8P?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome it was exactly what we wanted, ship the product in a timely manner.  Look forward to buying more items from seller</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PUXGTDCOU78V?ASIN=0439023521	Riveting, suspenseful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed the Hunger Games from page 1 until the final paragraph.  This book is highly entertaining and very well written.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20VXAG8ENOGWU?ASIN=0439023521	I have read the series over and over.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very well written and thought through. Not at all predictable or a copy of any other plot. Wish the series would go on....</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUPCMEKJSQT7B?ASIN=0439023521	Very good book!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Let's put it this way. I didn't put the book down from cover to cover . Action packed adventure that kept me up all night.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RLM2TR41NBU4?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Didn't think this type of book would be for me,but I couldn't put it down!! Can't wait to read the rest of the the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11SK5JOSRB368?ASIN=0439023521	Fabulous Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was as good as the movie. Kept me very interested as I read on. Very excited to read the next book in the series!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2A1WZX1332VDG?ASIN=0439023521	Good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I recommend this book to all who like adventure and fiction<br/><br/>It's a great book for all ages whether old or young</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TXCX316IORLP?ASIN=0439023521	Whoa....just....Whoa....	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is epic!!!! Reading this was all I've wanted to do these past three days....now I just need the second book.....</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1552EM8UWDXBV?ASIN=0439023521	Unexpected	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">BREATHTAKING. I  want  more.<br/>  I do believe that the movie does the book no justice. Can't wait to read the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HK1DSESAD2G6?ASIN=0439023521	Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Enjoyed this book more than I thought I would. Glad I read it before seeing the movie. And the movie was true to the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30EJLT41BZ6XQ?ASIN=0439023521	Interesting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good easy read …………… goes really fast easy to understand and relate to the hard live story of true strength and will power</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3O3ONSBO0QBKO?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought The Hunger Games was absolutely fantastic.  I couldn't put it down I always had to have it with me,  I loved it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IJSUPQCQ14X6?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games book 1	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book you don't expect the ending,and you fall in love with these characters  as you get to know them and their tale!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14CXVZGYSLP94?ASIN=0439023521	Quick read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent book and will rope you right in. Can't wait for next month when I'll borrow the sequel on kindle owners library.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CEDGZRFYBZW2?ASIN=0439023521	Remarkable	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't  put the book down and I can't wait to read the next one!!! I can't wait to see what the next one has to offer!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33SNQSGFHHXPP?ASIN=0439023521	twistedly awe inspiring	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Such a realistic view on what could in fact  happen.  The realism on how something like this really could happen is scary.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROH4Z437SG0JE?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was so awesome now to catching fire......thrill seeking and so interesting I can wait for mocking Jay either!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R224K2IMXBW7SQ?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing.<br/>That's all I have to say. All I can say, honestly. My compliments to you Suzanne Collins, you amazing woman.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12BI2BR1L8Z3C?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Captivating, couldn't put it down. Read it in a day! Can't wait to read the next couple of books to see what happens next!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LNAKQVW32OBG?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">AWESOME!! AWESOME!!! Wonderful page turner, I can't wait to read book 2 and find out what the Capitol has up their sleeve!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1K9KMYHV8SF6J?ASIN=0439023521	My new favorite book series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book absolutely amazing, it has action, romance and an excellent plot. I would definitely recommend this book!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VU7LYYRY4WBB?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Easy to read, very descriptive. Can't wait to read the rest.  Challenging subject matter written in a very accessible way.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NFXUHHDRLUXC?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">First time reader. Couldn't put it down. Looking forward to the next one. Buying it soon. Then will be watching the movie.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21M8A41P88WMP?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A real page turner. I couldn't stop reading because I had to know what happened next. I can't wait to start the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6DKVOVYN02OB?ASIN=0439023521	Great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I normally do not like science fiction, but this book is so much more! A love story, action and drama! A real page turner!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19QI3QKBTEGJP?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is just as good as the movie itself. Interesting to get into the mind of Katniss. Can't wait to read the others.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTFTNZZVGG1A0?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Beyond 5 stars captivating book from beginning to end looking forward to the next few books Suzanne Collins amazing writer</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GORTYMJIGPCA?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">There isn't much to say about the Hunger Games Trilogy that hasn't already been said by twenty other people. A great book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24BCBIUURTHPG?ASIN=0439023521	super	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i read the whole series and I have never read a series of anything. maybe it is a commitment issue i have, but one got me.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3ALZIZUW614EO?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Innocent enough to be likeable.  Entertaining enough to keep me seated for a few hours.  Characters were well thought out.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VM5X1QUCZ6FJ?ASIN=0439023521	Gripping	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read it in a day. On to the next one before the next movie comes. I liked reading this one after watching the first movie.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AJSHY76C5FDD?ASIN=0439023521	Must read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Adventurous and entertaining. Not normally into books of this genre, but it had a more real life message behind the story.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZXKSQWUOWVZ?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">From the moment i started i could not stop reading it is the best book i ever read!! I cant wait to read the second book!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1EXJZ91OLDIZ4?ASIN=0439023521	Page Turner!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Such a great read! I'd recommend it to anyone. It's very entertaining and keeps you reading all the way to the end. Enjoy!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2T0KOASFDFAK3?ASIN=0439023521	Scary	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">powerful and moving. I was engrossed through the whole three books. I would recommend it with caution especially to teens.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1F3SKIH6VSW3A?ASIN=0439023521	Best book I have read in a while!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved this book!! Read it in 2 nights!! Very captivating and thrilling!! Cant wait to read the other books in the series!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2V7CVNOVVPGPN?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read the book, saw the movie and have read the 2nd book and now reading the 3rd.. The movie followed the book very well.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14UR435FM8BAC?ASIN=0439023521	Good. Story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book held my interest . Leaves me wanting to read  more of the story of Katness. Fist book I read on Kindle.  Love it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17AL8RM2ZKLYP?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">would like to see a  4th book. I really enjoyed all the books and the story line and looking forward to additional movies.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKWGKONE53I0A?ASIN=0439023521	A book that shows the strength of the human spirit	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was an awesome book.  A book about family, love, survival,  and courage in a world that is full of cruelty and death.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RG16S4SGOWL2N?ASIN=0439023521	Saw movie, then read book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Easy read.  Highly recommend.  Saw the movie and still enjoyed reading the book.  (Six more words required, just six more)</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZYDF6B8KAV6T?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">amazing!!! This book was so much better than its movie,but that isn't very surprising! I can't wait to read the second one</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GM5QI3AAFS1C?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved every page of this book and read it from start to finish without stopping!!! I can't wait for the second and third</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MUI16E4D7BUW?ASIN=0439023521	Good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it. Very entertaining kept me engaged and really a good unique story. Way better than the movie i finished in 1 week</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YAWYETEW4FXY?ASIN=0439023521	Great!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fast paced drawing the reader in quickly then hangs on to the end. great read and a great story! cant wait to start book 2</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2J24C4LKG9JS4?ASIN=0439023521	couldn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book!  there wasn't any dull moments and it was just a new adventure page after page. definitely a must read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPMIOAU0XDZX8?ASIN=0439023521	nettie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had seen the movie Hunger Games and found the book to be even more compelling than the movie. Just couldn't put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YTRSLR8JGKUQ?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved it. so much better than  the movie. but i think that katniss should stay with gale their cuter together and better</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CNDEL60AIOGZ?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved Hunger Games.  I quickly read the trilogy while on vacation. I am now reading anything that Suzanne Collins wrote.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14AXUNM81FA6I?ASIN=0439023521	Book is better but still good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good movie, but thankfully i read the book first.  I saw the movie with someone who hadnt read the book and they were lost</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3A5UGAHC5L3UX?ASIN=0439023521	a lot of fun!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I adored this book. If I didn't have such a busy lifestyle I would not have wished to put this book down at all. My favorite thing about this novel is how there were no breaks in the story line, it said everything how it should be without the author trying too hard to create stress, tension and anxiety for the reader-I hate stressful books! I loved how the storyline and novel flowed so beautifully. Cannot wait to read more from this talented author.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CIM93A45YW2X?ASIN=0439023521	I devoured it in one sitting.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't really have high expectations for The Hunger Games.  The blurb sounded interesting, but you never can tell with young adult fiction, particularly in the science fiction genre.  Trust me:  I've been burned before.<br/><br/>I was pleasantly surprised to find a compelling story with a strong, realistic protagonist.  I didn't always like Katniss, but I understood what motivated her to take the actions she did.  The story is nothing new -- comparisons to <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Battle-Royale/dp/156931778X"">Battle Royale</a>,<a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Running-Man/dp/0451197968"">The Running Man</a>, and even <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/William-Golding-s-Lord-of-the-Flies-Bloom-s-Modern-Critical-Interpretations/dp/0791098265"">William Golding's Lord of the Flies (Bloom's Modern Critical Interpretations)</a> are all valid, but Collins's story is well-crafted, and it was difficult to put this book down.  When I reached the end, I was both pleased and dismayed to find that this was the first in a series.  Pleased because Katniss's story isn't over; dismayed because I will have to wait for the rest!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XKUZI9Q7PBFM?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've been reading a lot of YA books lately and I would have to say this book (Hunger Game series) is one of my top 5. With most books, I have to read at least few chapters before the story becomes interesting. Not with this book. I was hooked with in the first chapter or two. The story is intense and I'm not going to lie, I even cried. The concept of the book is genius. It's about a post-apocalyptic world where group of chosen adolescences have to fight to their death. There's no sex or anything in the book but there is quite a lot of violence. Once you read this first book, you're not going to be able to stop. I read the trilogy with in days. AMAZING!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25VTCWD0C1MBI?ASIN=0439023521	Bootiful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was really good, and a little tear jerking. I recommend this book to all, and I hope they continue on with the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IOYFGK0NMEUT?ASIN=0439023521	This book was amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was all so fab-fab-fabulous, I couldn't stop reading it. I rate this book on my list of amazing books that are amazing</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JCVIH18M6ESD?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent read, loved it!  Even though I saw the movies first,the book was still a very good read.  Couldn't put it down!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LK7RGN2L5OIM?ASIN=0439023521	Appetizing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book definitely left me wanting to know more. I'm looking forward to reading the rest of the books somewhat happens.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38ZRVFXUTPUD6?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a very different book from the movie and in my opinion better. It is very thorough in it's explanation and hooks</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KNL28WI2APDC?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games - 5	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great reading, kept me interested all the way. Can't wait to start the next book in the series. Will recommend to others.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TKB8VJN46JPR?ASIN=0439023521	OMG WHY... HOW...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book makes me confused. I love it and understand it, but I also am confused about it. BUT I STILL HAVE TO READ MORE!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1EP5QM5T1D1G9?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games book 1	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a great story. I can't wait to read the second book. I had heard a lot about this one and I wasn't disappointed.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PRL8H96C5T4P?ASIN=0439023521	One of the best series I have ever read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of the best series I have ever read. I finished this book in one day. I could not put it down. I highly recommend it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2A3VC93OM23FS?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love the story line and all the excitement in this read!!!! Felt close to the characters. Would recommend it to anyone...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMDPZ5SIVP09H?ASIN=0439023521	excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Held my attention from beginning to end!  Would not recommend for children.  Better than the movie.  What more can I say.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3E9IF4S68JVCK?ASIN=0439023521	captivating	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read. Exciting, sad, joyful. Pulls all the emotions.  And has some mystery elements. Can't wait to read the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RAFH06CWYXGZW?ASIN=0439023521	good easy read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very simple writing. Easy to burn through in a day. I look forward to the next book. If you haven't read this you should.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12G8USBL87KRW?ASIN=0439023521	Good Movie better book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved the amount of detail so many things could of have been added to the movie. Liked it a lot and started Catching fire</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KIIM9AOWTRC9?ASIN=0439023521	good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good book. Better than the movie. Would love to read another series by this author. Can't decide between peeta and gayle.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R447Y344ZXG8?ASIN=0439023521	BEST BOOK EVER!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing! WELLwritten, painted pictures in my head . BEAUTIFUL Very Original, BOOK better than the movie . I reccomend it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SOIJK0NWNY6Y?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games was very good book I enjoyed it and really enjoyed seeing my 8th graders getting excited about reading..</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZLZXE9V23C93?ASIN=0439023521	Exhilarating read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't put the book down! It's an easy read and a great story. I recommend it to anyone! I recommend the movie as well!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R192R31OUAZMRX?ASIN=0439023521	Part one	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book is amazing. a story with themes of love, hardship, sacrifice and friendship.<br/>, to name a few. an easy read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WS72PQR601XY?ASIN=0439023521	So good!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of my favorites!!<br/>A definite read!<br/>Will recommend to all of my friends!<br/>I'm ready for book number two!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30JAEDQ6NA3HU?ASIN=0439023521	AWESOME!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best book I've ever read. I couldn't stop reding. I couldn't stop thinking about it either. Touching. Best book ever!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R139NSTETSS8QP?ASIN=0439023521	great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good book. Way better then the movie. I read the book Friday and watched the movie Saturday. I liked the book way better.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OPTJFR3Z75D0?ASIN=0439023521	Great fun book to read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of those books that comes along that just makes you happy/smile that the good people can win, if they stick together.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3N0IBWD2DXZA0?ASIN=0439023521	Nice piece of writing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was very well thought out. It was inspiring, moving and motivational. I highly recommend this to anyone over age 16.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VCRO7297EDK3?ASIN=0439023521	Very enjoyable read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The author's style of telling a story from only the main character's point of view is uncomplicated and very compelling .</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQCC8KAR06TVP?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">From the first few chapters I have been obsessed!!I couldn't stop until all 3 books were read, then I read them again....</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3E9OHSNGJH19Q?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've never read better. This book is a quick read and exciting from beginning to end. You're missing out by passing it up</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8T512Q66E19T?ASIN=0439023521	Great.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fast Paced. Could not put it down. This was a quick read and it pulls you in. Nice story and I want to read the next one.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15ZPWBVY5KXRB?ASIN=0439023521	yay!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Got it exactly when it said it would be here and it looked brand new! I would definitely recommend to buy from this site.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3P3AJEN4T8CYX?ASIN=0439023521	A great start to the series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The hunger games is an intriguing book with interesting characters and a very unique plot. I would recommend it to anyone</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R142PH6035NTQI?ASIN=0439023521	fantastic!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wonderful read, obviously better than the movie, which was awesome.  I couldn't put this down. Onto book 2!  Ver excited!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RP3DUFVY6CYZW?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing! Loved every minute!<br/>You feel so many different emotions as you read;  you grow attached to the character :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HVYMMCV9YWCF?ASIN=0439023521	Thrilling & Interesting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book!  Katniss and Peeta carry us through an adventure we never could have imagined, I was in shock all throughout.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29ESVTPJTEQLQ?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is an excellent young adult book. It is well written and the suspense keeps you reading. It has just enough romance.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHR7953RYV0FZ?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's better than the movie, well written.  Looking forward to reading more from the author.  would recommend it to others</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MF2YAQZ7VVI0?ASIN=0439023521	Love it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So good! I couldn't put it down! Very moving and action packed! Had the perfect mix of romance action and self discovery.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KL5EYU21DQGY?ASIN=0439023521	Is 5 stars too much?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good, easy read. Finished it within a couple hours. Very addicting. Better than the movie, but that's no surprise, is it?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1POWSTUPMHB73?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful start to a series!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was very good, but the ending was too sudden. The twist of the love and the terror was a brilliant combination.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1C0NGLX89WXC7?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Saw the movie first, the book is better. I can't wait to read the next one. Gives me better background on the characters.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QYM2Y57GI9KK?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put this book down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I never thought I would read this but so glad I did.  Can't wait to see the movie next and can't wait to read the sequels</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZDKKO3IBIIFQ?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a great book. I couldn't put it down once I started reading it. The movie was good but the book was even better.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33D6P07LPLXAT?ASIN=0439023521	Good Blizzard of 2013 read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't put the book down.  Power or no power, I was finishing it today. And just now finished and was not disappointed.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2EHXPG67VT0ZG?ASIN=0439023521	Great!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read all three books in three days.  Very, very Good!  Once I started I simply couldn't stop and wished there was more.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LQMQRF9H420G?ASIN=0439023521	AWESOME	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was amazing! I have never read another book better than this. Everyone should read it. Don't pass this book up.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VV97SN4CLKQX?ASIN=0439023521	Sad and sweet, a delight to read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Looking forward to read the next book of the series.  Very hard to put down. Reads easily and entertaining. A plus novel.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PJG86XXDHO43?ASIN=0439023521	Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Enjoyed the high energy and constant action. Will definitely read the others. This should make a good movie and or movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KOUCANH2FKK3?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Captures how a government can control life. The struggle for survival of districts relies on war. Just like in real life.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RW5O4VLBMBOXU?ASIN=0439023521	Could not put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well written story of people from the same district but different world . Great book fun read looking forward to book two</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14KZCRB1WLC34?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I would recommend this book to anyone. Suzanne Collins writes a wonderful story. Going to get book 2&amp;3 as soon as I can!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1AWTYDE3LGPN3?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I watched the movie first then read the book. It was worth it. Both are awesome. Going straight to start the second book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZFUFD8YX89S9?ASIN=0439023521	Gift	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought this book as a gift and the person loved it!<br/>I don't know what else to say because I didn't read it myself.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37QZN1LKHJZDM?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book, real page turner. The government overthrow and hunger games can stretch to fit real life. It's very powerful.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3R9VMKBB29XJQ?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great, just great!<br/>I really felt I was being pulled into this book. The words just came alive and jumped out at you.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DMARYH129F0?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book!!! Even better than the movie! =) A ""must read"" for anyone who loved the movie.... You will not be sorry!!! =)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVLQIJMP30TYP?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the first time reading and WOW...AMAZING. I will definitely be reading the entire series and watching the movies.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23RC7GKU7VUNB?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was fabulous! Much better than the movie I thought!!! I would definitely recommend this book to trilogy lovers.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R167WAH6CX38QO?ASIN=0439023521	Very captivating	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Holds your interest from the beginning.  Spell binding but would have enjoyed more closure.  Hope there will be a sequel.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZIQV1JPR3DMA?ASIN=0439023521	Explains SO much!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Explains a lot more than the movie, absolutely a must-read series! Definitely addicting as well, you can't put them down.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BLXG0BAXQHE1?ASIN=0439023521	fast paced.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">grabs your attention from the moment you pick it up.lively and fast paced.excellent read.I love the entire trilogy buy it</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIEGB46AXFOU5?ASIN=0439023521	The best thing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was amazingly amazing....... way better than the movie I totally recommend this book to anyone who loved the movie too</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZTFAVDPTHC7O?ASIN=0439023521	Terrific read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What an awesome read. Had a hard time putting this down. Highly recommend and cannot wait to read the rest of the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33N2EXRTJ8YZC?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Could not put the book down. It keeps you on your toes with, what will happen next.?  Cant wait to read the next 2 books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AJYB1K613WGI?ASIN=0439023521	It was a good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book definitely held my interest so that makes it a good read!!! I found the first book in the series was the best!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38V5IVDQRSNB0?ASIN=0439023521	Decent novel	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Decently written novel that definitely captures your attention. Fairly sure I will read the others as well at some point.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25QD6P0R0GRAF?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great describing and suspenseful. It put you on the edge of your seat.... The whole book was amazing and well thought of.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2AWJFJKMSQUN0?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great!! Took you to another place. Would highly recommend it.<br/>Couldn't get enough. So glad there are two more books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1L9P93LZV5LYA?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really liked this book! I couldn't put it down. I loved the story and the characters. Can't wait to start the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UICE1ANEXR1M?ASIN=0439023521	Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book is good and is nothing compared to the movie. I think I was disappointed with the movie. The book is way better.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XRG6B7XDYR8X?ASIN=0439023521	About the Hunger Games.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was awesome. It was well written. I can't wait to read the second one. I hope it will be good as the first one.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KG4KF4CW94CO?ASIN=0439023521	Keeps you on your toes	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie, before I read the book. Even knowing what was going to happen, I couldn't put the book down. Great read.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R261S05FDSPT53?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After watching the movie I HAD to read the book. I had so many expectations for it.. and it certainly didn't let me down!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YD0VTLLO7IE2?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was a page turner.  I couldn't put it down.<br/>  The book is a true story of survival survivor and I loved it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Q6GYML7PTC6J?ASIN=0439023521	Great story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a quick read and very entertaining. I highly recommend it. I want to see the movie, so I will have to rent it now.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1987Z58QO15G8?ASIN=0439023521	Thanks	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very fast shipping and product  as described.  Will shop with them again in the future.<br/>Thank you very much.<br/>:)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TNLOWFVU5B0G?ASIN=0439023521	Wow!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Could not put this book down - I read it straight through in a little over 9 hours! Can't wait to read the next 2  books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21MYMT45UBTX5?ASIN=0439023521	Outstanding read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Action packed drama that keeps you engaged from start to finish. Impossible to put down. I read the book in two sittings.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MNYPD3M2KBV5?ASIN=0439023521	Better than movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Absolutely can't wait to read the next two books. I've read this one in literally in a few days. Happy I decided to read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LK00VV6KVUZ5?ASIN=0439023521	the hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book is so amazing i reccomend this book ro every one!!! its sad the idea of kids killing each other but its amazing</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2T9VZIVDCMORU?ASIN=0439023521	what a great book!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I picked this book up just because of all the hype around it and I am so glad that I did. I could not put this book down!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14LRC7DD1J67H?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Although, I loved the movie.  The book was incredible and was so much better.  The details in the story is what makes it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R101GXGPL1FCUC?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book!  I love Katniss and Peeta!  I was relieved when Katniss and Peeta both won the Hunger Games!  Go District 12!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DMZ1WOAHRQ5B?ASIN=0439023521	"Greatest Book Since ""Lord of the Rings"""	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read this book. See the movie. Buy the Blu-Ray. It changed my interest in reading. Not that that's a bad thing though. :D</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LDENZIMFTMKB?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved every word that I read in those books.  I could have continued to read forever.  Great!!!<br/>Very well written.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9GGQ4W17I7A2?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games was interesting.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was very good. The book was interesting.  It captured the interest from the beginning and held it until the end.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6OSM4I54EKRO?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a terrific book.  I couldn't put it down.  It was recommended reading by my two granddaugters who also loved it.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12QXBKBOGR534?ASIN=0439023521	Incredible Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I can't wait to read the next one! The book is very thoughtfully written but easy to read. Katniss will steal your heart.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VC2VOVJVJUAV?ASIN=0439023521	Uchg	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Gxhdhjffhvjhfhhrjfjfhhfufr dhdhhdhrr hddd hdbf hdhfvfb xhdb dhf  bdhf hdvf hfvrgd hdhhf dhfvd hd  hd hd ud dhd dhf xhd dh</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OJPQJ6UVLVQ0?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">For a non-book reader that normally falls asleep unless a book captures me, this one did just that. Couldn't put it down!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R162HKSNDS268L?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Easy to read more detail then the movie, i wish i had read it before seeing the movie. i plan to read  the next two first</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RF7FV4IOUMAJ4?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">fun fast paced read. enjoyed it, couldn't put it down. Must read and 100%  better than the movie!! definitely recommended</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PTALO2VH9KD0?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed the struggle Katniss goes threw trying to figure out where her and peeta stand. i would recomend to everyone!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17I1VXHQKSVIX?ASIN=0439023521	Addicting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was so addicting.  I wanted to go to the end to find out how it ended after I was about 1/4 done, but I didn't.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROB6KI16W1X5?ASIN=0439023521	Wish there were more than 3 books to read !!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">love this story</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTIU4LEVP7VKT?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved this book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17S4R9HX0OQH0?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TRWLMWBBNPN?ASIN=0439023521	The book was great! It kept me on the edge of my seat the entire time! Romantic, yet action-packed to the finish!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the book! I would read it over and over! The author was so creative! Such a great book, it keeps you interested!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11LU294PZUO0P?ASIN=0439023521	Good writing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne is a really good author! I love the way she describes the details! The story ofcourse is nothing I've ever read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZOE1QMCKGJO4?ASIN=0439023521	This is one of the best books that i ever read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is one of the best books that i ever read, i love it, and i can read it and read it again, its was an amazing book!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QVDQ0N2YCXZ3?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is incredible. I recommend it to people who like cliffhangers and surprises at every corner. Really great book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11L33BLN3ZNK8?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really got into the games.  The intensity was awesome, even for my age group.  I am anxiously awaiting the next books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2X2G66NYU1W00?ASIN=0439023521	Like	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really liked this book. I didn't dislike eney parts. I would recommend it a lot of people. There is some grosome pats.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TL1A43J2T0LM?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book, and I absolutely love it! It has everything you<br/>Want in a book! Suzanne Collins you did it again!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RN3TQM61OUSM9?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A fantastic story set in a post apocalyptic world that explores what humanity is and should be in the face of oppression</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33MTZ01FDVO2D?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I chose this rating because it was a very good book and it sucks you in to the story and I hope the next one is as good.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PV32LBHT2ER6?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Can't stop reading. Such a page turner. Good book for anyone of any age over 13. Expect to stay up reading it all night.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2I9RN5AT9Z7OV?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved everything about this book! There is not much else to say really. But I can wait to start reading Catching Fire!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MPRJFGOE6JM5?ASIN=0439023521	Never imagined I would like this....	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The movie could never have shown the true depth that this book can. I am surely looking forward to reading Catching Fire</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNQK59B3WSXYU?ASIN=0439023521	This is awesome!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Absolutely amazing! I'm so excited to read the next one!!! I loved it so much I am practically in love with this book!!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKDLHIC67J594?ASIN=0439023521	Riveting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So much fun to read! Really enjoyable. Suzanne Collins really grasps humanity in its rarest forms from survival to love.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIR5K81VTOKWW?ASIN=0439023521	great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was awesome defiantly my favorite in long time I read it over and over all the time that is why I have it on my phone</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6XQ9QCL88D55?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games book ONE a Great Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved this book. Susanne Collins knows how to keep the reader wanting more. I could't put it down (which is rare for me)</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQXEN9FZJXWGH?ASIN=0439023521	great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great<br/>Kfgjffudtu dgs dglg dglg forged dglg dglg dglg dgdgd dgdg dgdgd dgdg regret Ryder rage dgdg dgdg Gregory rheh</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1US9UM2R2BMRS?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">was filled with action, romance and more! this book is more for pre teens and teens, (11 and up)<br/>gave me excitement</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RH75KHSRPXY58?ASIN=0439023521	love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love love it !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!<br/>So amazing so cool so hunger games it's just so amazing ! Love it ! So much !</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WW5QDNJM6YRC?ASIN=0439023521	great book! quick read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was hesitant to read due to the nature of the story line but I couldn't put the book down after I started!! Must read.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WXKMH0FM9E7D?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games doesn't disappoint	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm already a huge fan of the films, but this book puts those to shame. Looking forward to reading the next installment.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1S5A7FGMZQIAT?ASIN=0439023521	Love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love it was so good.<br/>I can not wait for the next book.<br/>It was soooooooo gooooooooood!!!!!!!!!! SO GOOD SO GOOD</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MHVGC0ZSHME4?ASIN=0439023521	Would read again	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's one of the better stories I have read. Even though it's a teen love story, it has some provocative ideas. Blrotonto</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R60RVXLN9842T?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was fabulous!!  I definitely recommend this read to others!  It was better than the movie.  Thank you Collins!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RDSB11JFBP9M?ASIN=0439023521	Yay	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">And they all lived happily ever after and are going to get married and something else meow :3 ;3 !3<br/><br/>_<br/>_3</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BLVR8VC5DWA9?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this is the first book I read for fun in years.  I would keep reading and reading.  The book helps understand the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RY0A4HL5H4B49?ASIN=0439023521	captivating	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wanted to read the book before watching the movie. I have no doubt the book is better than the movie. Excellent story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMP9A9V2NXDEU?ASIN=0439023521	TOTALLY WORTH IT!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love this book! It was great and so close to movie! It held my attention from beginning to end - I couldn't put it down!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BIRCORZ3LOI0?ASIN=0439023521	great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book for anyone. Everyone should read this book and series. Suzanne Collins is brilliant. Can't wait to read more.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RAUU2FTSUMK9D?ASIN=0439023521	This is a great book  for teens.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My niece loved this book and all the others that went with it. It arrived in a timely manner and it made my niece happy!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17DL8IMW469DY?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book!!!!!!!!! :) I can't wait to watch the movie. I even more though, want katniss and Peeta to get together</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GQS0TZASI8RF?ASIN=0439023521	I loved it and recommended it to my son	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">He read the first one from the library, and loved it so much he wanted it to have to re-read which doesn't happen often.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21Q304MV633B2?ASIN=0439023521	Not just for teens	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good read for any age. Proves a good story  can be told without ""bad"" language.  Looking forward to the sequels.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UBCTW8DF26G4?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent book it's a must read for anyone who likes post apocalyptic sci fi books. No matter who you are read this book</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RQCIEFH5GA6H?ASIN=0439023521	Interesting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked all the action and how the plot unfurled<br/><br/>I<br/><br/>I like how the plot unfurled deep into the book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3P04G1OUWLZ2S?ASIN=0439023521	Can't stop reading it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">well written can not wait to read book two<br/>the book is way better than the movie even know the movie is amazing too</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9S4VG60RQ67W?ASIN=0439023521	Willingness	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">it was a cliff hanger and I didn't want to stop<br/>I recommend this book for any action lovers<br/>and Romance lovers</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2N269A2KPIBRD?ASIN=0439023521	Good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was slow to start however, as it went on there was lots of action and emotion that made you feel like you were there.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XB8WNDKD9MU9?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is 1 of the best books ever. And for me a lot of books I loose interest but not this one  it had me the whole book!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29X579MFOSHKI?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love books that draw me in and make me want to read on and on! This book does just that. Now I'm sad that I'm done. :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1EVQIPBJ123PP?ASIN=0439023521	GREAT BOOK IS THE MOST AMAZING EVER	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is very good.  The emotions and fighting and just everything. READ THIS BOOK NOW IS THE BEST !!!!!!!!!!(Emily)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IMVS8VM3LFSF?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book.  Love the whole series. The book was so much better than the movie.  I was really disappointed in the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LH2YGKNT1UQ9?ASIN=0439023521	Love this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The whole family enjoys this book.  I would recommend this book to anyone with children that are in 4th grade and above.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1H8LFAH0XYM2B?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger  Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome and addicting book for children or adults. Fantastic writing and a plot that keeps you on the edge of your seat.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RR15TA37HCZ7Z?ASIN=0439023521	Sensational	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I cannot get enough of this book. It was great. Engaging and simply breathtaking. Looking forward to book two. Loved it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R64J6FWQL1BFI?ASIN=0439023521	Good adventurer	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The suspense keeps you reading, not knowing what,s next. The author has a great sense of imagination. Really enjoyed it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1X3SV04MXBOTV?ASIN=0439023521	A quick and enjoyable read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Really kept my attention and made me want more. It seemed I was right there with the characters. Cheers to the underdog.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RITXU7C73QRLV?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read. I saw the movie before reading the book. Now I want to seethe movie again. Looking forward to the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3I1B6X6AW89XI?ASIN=0439023521	Okay	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Nice but  kind of too much drama .Don't judge me,The movie was different ,but the book is way better that's what I think</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14VZPQAOCW1ZB?ASIN=0439023521	Great book could not put it down!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Absolutely an amazing book. I could not set it down I would recommend to everyone. I can't wait to start the next one!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KYOTAGXE3LKA?ASIN=0439023521	Surprised	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I know this book is extremely popular but I didn't expect to like it as much as I did.  Can't wait to read the next two!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6F5SESJ34DSI?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I never got bored and always wanted to read more. It keeps you interested and really makes you care for the character's.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CT5YFWRZFX2?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the book can't wait to start the second one.  I couldn't put it done.  As I was reading it was like I was there.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15DRL5AKFWM43?ASIN=0439023521	Exhilarating	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Keeps every movement moving and flowing like a stream. Never fails to surprise after every turn of the page. Magnificent</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKX9T0TAH2689?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A fast paced, visual read. The movie is not bad, but does not quite do it justice.  Can't wait to start the second book!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRGAFW81A0LPB?ASIN=0439023521	Why I read a book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie and I need to know more, about  the story.  Thing left out of the movie.<br/>I like the story, in books</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OBDGHPUDMKL9?ASIN=0439023521	Book simplicity	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This really was a great book. Nothing too complicated and nothing overdone. Simple, fun, good read. I really enjoyed it.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSFUDOZYSX596?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have never found a book that could keep me interested but I couldn't put this one down! Ready to read the second book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2H2M3EY5WS2NF?ASIN=0439023521	Review for THE HUNGER GAMES	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a good book that I think everyone should read including kids and adults. This is the best book I have ever read.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CNNRP3WNEEO2?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I chose this rating since I find this book very interesting and it's really enjoyable. Can't wait to read the next book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RC0996R4906QQ?ASIN=0439023521	Yup	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought thebhookvwas slright needed more porn. And a hell of a lot more violence. Rues should havr gotten eatan a bear</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Q6BEQBNQ4NIJ?ASIN=0439023521	Riveting - way better then the movie!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was amazing!!!! I couldn't put it down.  Much more detail than the movie.I can't wait to start the next one!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3Q9EKU86CQ5A7?ASIN=0439023521	Fun read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very entertaining and I can't wait to see the movie! I have enjoyed the book and look forward to the rest of the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GOYLW3D320IX?ASIN=0439023521	amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">reasd this book twice and saw loved it. I have all the 3 books and is waiting patiently for the next movie to comes out.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VHRZPAB5NX4F?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Would recommend to readers of all ages. Read as a family and book was enjoyed by all. Can't wait to complete the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2J8XHCDDSC6E4?ASIN=0439023521	Very intense	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Keeps you in. Interesting plot and great love story. Emotional swirl and fairy tale ending. Can't wait to read book two.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12N6HRSY06AJC?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely loved this book I read it in 4 days! I choose it because I loved the movie but the book is 100 times better</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1EN2F0A8MYW68?ASIN=0439023521	Asome!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Lots of good action!!! And anticipation, never got bored during the whole development of the plot certainly a good story</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XRWR2HL8LXIY?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Absolutely amazing loved this book SUCH A GOOD STORY LINE CAN'T WAIT TO READ THE NEXT TWO<br/>WAYY BETTER THEN TWILIGHT</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1M6X01T7R9WNT?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is a adventurous and exciting book which is also a romantic love story. Definitely an amazing book by Suzanne Collins</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RR7CW9NMTPLTH?ASIN=0439023521	Best book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love this  book can not wait to read the 2nd than The 3rd.I saw this movie about 13 days ago they both are remarkable!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3S6CLBJZ72NA7?ASIN=0439023521	Adrenalin taking	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is amazing how you actually feel like your in the book.  The words come to life in your head I love this book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNJV9CPQJ7PK7?ASIN=0439023521	This book demanded to be read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Once I started reading, I could barely put it down.  It's been a long time since that happened to me and I love reading.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R324NSGX5RVA4F?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow.....I picked it up and never put it down. I'm still left in wonder about the relationship between katniss and peeta.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11NUKO5XKLC06?ASIN=0439023521	Interesting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book kept my interest. I'd recommend this for a good read. My daughter enjoyed this and told me to read it as well.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1R4LY39OQ4OUC?ASIN=0439023521	Better than I expected..	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wasn't sure what to expect but I was pleasantly surprised and couldn't wait to read what happened next. Onto the next!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Y495BRG4QXMI?ASIN=0439023521	Great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's been a long time since I've read a book. Blasted through this one in 3 days and cannot wait to get to the next one!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36ZT1DMT1HH02?ASIN=0439023521	Love changes	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A young girl learns that love is more complicated than she could imagine. Love is much more than excitement and romance.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNAJOUW3TV65S?ASIN=0439023521	Favorite series!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm just in love with this trilogy so much that I had to read it again, and possibly will again, and again, and again ..</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23PD4UFTMC6VZ?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Kept me on the edge of my seat!<br/>Could not put this one down!  I will be thinking of the characters for a long time.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LG5AYFJHCCM0?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was very good. Has some violence in it.<br/>Not recommended for children under 10<br/>Very, very well written</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4JCIZDUY6QGE?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome. Read the whole book in one day,could not put it down. Would definitely recommend this book to read for everyone</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36LTHSYK88VYE?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">""The Hunger Games"" is the the most captivating book I have ever read. It sucks you in, and you will never want to leave.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23MEBOV45EWUC?ASIN=0439023521	Love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing I love this book. Great ending to a fascinating trilogy. I can't wait to see what Suzanne Collins puts out next.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3EJY2LRFCXV7S?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was good but I enjoy movies more than book and I saw this movie before I read the book so it kind of ruined the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1J9M17CE7IXB2?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this book. It is better than the movie for sure. It is a really good read. Don't forget the other three</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CU3M4DJ2G4Y1?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So much better than movie, more in-depth. I would recommend to anyone wanting a good read.<br/>Young or old will enjoy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3A7K2QTU1HK3L?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Caught by the story. Well written. Just loved the book.<br/>If you start reading it you will read the complete trilogy!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R281T0XPTC4A0K?ASIN=0439023521	Wanting to read more.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Everyone needs to read this book. I am sad that I finished it and will read the next one. I'm excited to start the next.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IRPP7P8884V8?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is wonderful the characters are wonderful and intriguing. I would recommend this to all my friends and family.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RAWVJR1W12B9E?ASIN=0439023521	Well done	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A good combination of action and emotion. Not really knowing where it would take you. Always hoping,but  just  Not sure.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Q1EXCCWOVX6Z?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Interesting story.  Very close to the movie.  Definitely a very different genre. I think it was worth reading this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SI9JOIZ80XCX?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Had me completely in the game.<br/>Really felt that I was there through it all.<br/>I will now be reading Mocking jay.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4MQJYVZPB7IG?ASIN=0439023521	Great reading!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I usually do not care for this type of book but once I started, I could not put it down.  On to the next book in series!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OEGPW11V1ORW?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Started reading with mixed feelings because this is not the type of book that I normally read but was hooked from page 1</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QK0QQH1VBD8J?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very easy read that keeps you interested. Good story with well developed characters. Have to read the whole trilogy now.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14WW7DCI7CV0S?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a hard one to put down!  Totally enjoyed. Looking forward to next book. Highly recommend to readers of all ages.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLF29IDSEWWKM?ASIN=0439023521	Astonishing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A beatiful work of literary genius.<br/>Probably the best book that I have EVER read.... and i have read a quite a few.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQABQBHS74VM3?ASIN=0439023521	Great book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love all of the Hunger Game books. This is the one that started it all and in my opinion is the best one of the three.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HXA9DO9FMZ8H?ASIN=0439023521	Very exciting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a very good book. It keeps you engrossed so that you don't want to stop reading. I would recommend this to all.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FO65BJ9M2XTQ?ASIN=0439023521	Haven't read it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I got three chapters in and haven't wasn't really that into to it.  I might eventually give it another go at some point.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FLQ6RTSJNJO7?ASIN=0439023521	Fun	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed the book and the movie. Of coarse the book had more details which was great but the movie was pretty accurate.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18PU7OQVW610M?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love it it is a great novel .I Like it better than the movie but a little different than the movie<br/><br/>TEAM PEETA</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GVC9KMUY41PH?ASIN=0439023521	Tracker jacker emotions	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A new world full of emotion, detail, and energy. A brutal reality show in a fictional book that leaves you wanting more.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XEA5XMC7100Q?ASIN=0439023521	Good story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good story but you could get that from the movie. written poorly on a local level although that might be to be expected.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3K2VXXIOMXNTY?ASIN=0439023521	Very enjoyable!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I got so wrapped in what was going on. I began to really feel what Katniss felt. I would definitely recommend this book!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3H2GZUE1FOSSU?ASIN=0439023521	Its alright..	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was well written but that's it.<br/>I liked the movies costumes but that sucked just as bad as other movies ive seen</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R148IL1ELZWQVY?ASIN=0439023521	Very entertaining!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie first and then read the book. The book didn't disappoint! I can't wait to read the others in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DG17LUZTDUSL?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved the book, had a hard time putting it down. Just started the 2nd one, I'm sure it will be as good as the first one.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMSQS7HHHYRTK?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for Violence?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is set in a postapocalyptic world in a not too distant and very dismal future. The world is divided into 12 nations and the Capitol. Every year, each nation must send 2 children between the ages of 12 &amp; 18 to the Capitol to fight in the Hunger Games, only one child can survive.<br/><br/>The book is extremely well-written, I couldn't put it down. The characters are believeable and the plot line moves along at a good pace. Given the violence, I was surprized that this book is aimed at children as young as 12. Another mom loaned this book to me and I think children in their late teens would like it, but I would not give it to a 12YO.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R373880QZWWTQ9?ASIN=0439023521	Nope -can't get into it ???	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Can't get into it. Have tried a few times. I think maybe this is for a younger generation than mine. Lived in the 80's!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2U23K6JXUCTPC?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent book. Intriguing, well written, and just a bit scary. I enjoyed every minute of it, as I'm sure you will too.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16W1MUY2JHG9X?ASIN=0439023521	Entertaining	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My first ever for pleasure, not too happy with the ending but I guess that's how you get people to read the second book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FSP39I1V64FP?ASIN=0439023521	Totally Awesome!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best book I have read in a while!! Would recommend to anyone to read. Could not put the book down u til I was finished.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9V72AVI7GXO0?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So much better then the movie .. wish more of this made it in the movie.<br/>Can't wait to read the rest of the series</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R131WYFO5F95CV?ASIN=0439023521	If you loved the books	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read the trilogy before the movies came out.  If you loved the books, you'll probably love the movies and vice-versa.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZHPRJK7HOGJM?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read! Fast moving,kept you interested in turning the next page. I would recommend ""Hunger Games"" and rate as a 7.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3S5QIB840YQP3?ASIN=0439023521	Ten out of ten kitty cats!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was the best! It's really interesting and I never got bored reading it, or wondered if it would be over soon!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RA1NEV6IAVCH?ASIN=0439023521	it is a very easy read. The action kept me reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Written in the first person, it is a very easy read.  The action kept me reading, and it didn't take very long to read.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12BHH38V99QX8?ASIN=0439023521	awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't put it down. Seriously clear your schedule before you start reading this because it will all take a back seat.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1H5HQIIO51D7Y?ASIN=0439023521	just plain awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book, easy read, i loved every minute of it! If you've seen the movie, then read the book, so much more detailed!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R69B3KH58YR34?ASIN=0439023521	Everyone knows the story by now. It keeps your ...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Everyone knows the story by now.  It keeps your interest from beginning to end, and them you can't wait to read book 2.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YXMTSL86IQPZ?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great great great AWESOME AWESOME AWESOME AWSOME GYGUYU YUVHGVHGJV VGHVVGHGV VYHGUVGHGYJV VGHG H FBG G F GNF HBBBBH H H</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIMC5LDBUQRCQ?ASIN=0439023521	Well written	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Easy and intriguing read. Captures your heart and takes you along in her story.  I love relating to Katniss. Thrilling.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ROP7AKG2554J?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Definitely a winner. I cannot wait to read Book 2. Better than the movie.  A must read for those who watched the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6KUS3ZX8CAJ6?ASIN=0439023521	fine	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">3.5<br/><br/>There were no big surprises here. The book is everything, good and bad, that everyone always says it it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IRXW6K451HMR?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">5 stars<br/><br/>Awesome book. It's the best book I've ever read! I can't wait to read the second book Catching Fire!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30HF1L76VJKL6?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is a good book, it keeps your attention the whole time, great narrative. Totally recommended for any type of reader.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IN8M4SS8Z2Z2?ASIN=0439023521	Epic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Cool book good for adults guidance for children good job Bob<br/>Boss boss boss cool please read!hi Samuel Swift's cat</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37ZMOM2MIRDE9?ASIN=0439023521	AH-MAZING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best book ever. So much better than the movie. Definitely a must read. Can't wait to see what happens in the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27BQH4SGQZ7IK?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not put it down. I was concerned it would be to negative but it was not. I am looking forward to the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJG2HX0UFKEAW?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Cleverly written, finely detailed. You can see, feel, smell, and hear like you are in the action. Couldn't put it down!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FIZAY6J0ULC8?ASIN=0439023521	Love it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If I could do it over again, I would read the book before seeing the movie, but they are very similar and a great read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WA96YBR16W70?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved the Hunger Game series, very compelling story for all ages! Fast, easy read, but thrilling all the same! Loved it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Y1B0U8OAS78R?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked the book. It was very interesting. It is really exciting when they were in it. It made me want to keep reading.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IZPXMTA8D7AC?ASIN=0439023521	Love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Really good book. I just want to sit and read the whole thing in one day. I'm already over a quarter into the 2nd book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1E48JGC1I4PKV?ASIN=0439023521	Love it..	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">twist ending although it was amazing I highly Recommend this book for people 11 and up. planning to read the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32XVKHDJPN29V?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't put it down!  Addicted from the first page on ~ also loved the movies and can't wait for release of the third!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20BRIMU8TWKWU?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great for mature readers I have read all of the books and now my granddaughter is reading them and she loves them a lot</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OE2KWURSDEPD?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger  games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book had my addicted by chapter one! You won't want to put it down! I very much recommend every one read this book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NKZHVES2XVP9?ASIN=0439023521	Ok	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">like I expected, I really liked the movie, but I loved the book.  characters were all that I anticipated they would be.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1AZYRMASD4POH?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was awesome!!!<br/>I love it so much and I'm reading the second!<br/>Love it so much!<br/>BEST BOOK EVER!!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32DDMNJIFUBM4?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This, by far may be the best book I have read in a long time. I reccomend this to anyone who has a knack for adventure.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MI8C0L0W90W7?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">That was easily the best book I have ever read in my life<br/>The power it had was overwhelming but still a great book</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MBGMT0F2SQJQ?ASIN=0439023521	LOVE IT!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have read the series 5 times going onto 6!!!!! I highly do suggest this book to every one who loves drama and action!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BM0LN09C5KQA?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book  I picked 5stars because it's an awesome book and I recommend it to any one with a good taste of books</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2W19OFLL8KTHX?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great book that I would recommend to everyone. So full of suspense it kept me turning the page. I loved it!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OWRDEDTXLTFM?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this book.  I thought it was well written and the characters were really likable.  Would recommend it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32FOFWBG4MVUF?ASIN=0439023521	juvenile	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This will probably be well received by someone in Jr. High.  Even then, it is more like a comic book than a real novel.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18R561233MRPA?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was an awesome book and a fairly easy read.  Finished it in less than a week.  So good I had to buy the other two.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BM0I7X64PKG0?ASIN=0439023521	Riveting!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved the book.kept me enthralled and can't wait to read the next book to continue on the journey..who will be the one?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3640Q9ZLKGB8H?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is an amazing book.  I highly recommend it to anyone who likes adventure and action books. It was a very good read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTE8GCJUB9R0N?ASIN=0439023521	Finished in a day	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Enjoyed from beginning to end.  Entertaining, , light fast reading. Loved the book hate reviews, word count oh come on.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RC9SOJ1LLWHNQ?ASIN=0439023521	Fun read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book very exciting and keeps you enthralled, and couldn't stop reading. I cant wait to start reading the second .</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34OEE35ZCT7CA?ASIN=0439023521	Love story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was wonderful. I didn't expect it to be a love story but the whole thing engulfed me. I couldn't put it down!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1M8VXVHT8CDCP?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games Love!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I LOVE this book. I read them all, and couldn't put them down! Entertaining and easy read. Highly recommended purchase.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/REPYW1D16JFDJ?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My son needed this book for college, but as long as we have it, I will get around to reading it after seeing the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23X9OTUUS9623?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best book of the series.  I enjoyed how Suzanne Collins predicts the world to come.  It's the original. READ IT!!!!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RW7UGU8H2DXJ3?ASIN=0439023521	the hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">its a great book i think every one should read it,it has action, love, and suspense so you will want to keep on reading</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OC6X48TU1L5B?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing book!!!!! It's crazy how much is not in the movie. Can't wait to read the next book. Catching Fire here I come.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RK541ZHJVUVRZ?ASIN=0439023521	<3	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely loved it. I could never put it down the end of the book leaves me hanging and I need to read the next book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23TD3DNJJ61UA?ASIN=0439023521	Terriffic!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a definite read, it has all you need to keep glued to your book. This was one of my favorite books of all time!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3S3FI4C7SZOPV?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book full of  action and suspense I will definitely read the other books  in the series Suzanne is a great author</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZYEQ2AYDLV1Q?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't think it would live up to the hype but I was wrong. Absolutely fantastic. Amazing. Entertaining. Perfect. Etc.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RP2ADP1RDGDPF?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was skeptical about this book before reading it but once I started I couldn't put it down.  It was an excellent book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNJHS2OLJFYOQ?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed this book even more than I thought that I would! I love the hunger games and I can't wait to read the sequel!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KSIPKPFZSXCU?ASIN=0439023521	Good quick read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Quick, fast paced read. Reels you in quickly &amp; keeps your attention for the whole story while leaving you wanting more.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HKU6VW0D4YJ6?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldnt put it down. Can't wait to get into book two. Can't decide how I feel about characters, happy, relieved, or sad</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IDXKPDMHLEUN?ASIN=0439023521	Very out standing book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very out standing book. Service was excellent, received book right away. It was very easy to order right on the device.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3E5V8XNDXWWX5?ASIN=0439023521	The review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent story well written and emotional loved every word.<br/>It is a must read. I will remember this story always.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RV0NF9SA7494R?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The  hunger  games was a great book. I just love the story. Some parts in the book make me cry. Great book please read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3Q35Z5C3XRYGM?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was thrilling and nonstop,I lived it from the beginning. I would recommend it to anyone who loves a good book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RI0FVHT9PH83I?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this book. Couldn't put it down unroll I finished it, now on to the next one.  I hope it is also good.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RD641KKIINI2U?ASIN=0439023521	Loved	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Actioned packed and I love the relationship with her and Gale. I was hopeing they would end up together the whole time.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LUIFY3936Z5G?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is amazing if u buy or borrow it then it's worth it thank you Suzanne Collins for making such an amazing book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2G17KD8QTSBKX?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the movie and the book is still much better. Some parts were slow but for the most part, I couldn't put it down</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GDCMGB0LT2IY?ASIN=0439023521	Most enjoyable.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Once you start with the trilogy you know you will not stop untll the last book is read. A bit futuristic but enjoyable.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13FC1J3BZS4RN?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very good book. I couldn't put it down.<br/><br/>I can't wait to read more of the hunger games books. Worth the time.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CIC7HLBQM9ZT?ASIN=0439023521	Pretty good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After watching the movie, it was nice to read the book and get more of the backstory. Can't wait to read Catching Fire.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSLATPCBYXW64?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely loved reading the book and am looking forward to reading the next in the series.  A well written suspense!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BT61B0VOK5K0?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Greatest masterpiece I've read in a long, long time. A book about survival, not that Twilight nonsense now fading away.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PWMO92JCF84S?ASIN=0439023521	An interesting read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was surprised to enjoy this story.  A classic it is not, but is entertaining and unconventional.  A fun read overall.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3L2L2UWJNCKJD?ASIN=0439023521	Best love story I've read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was the best action book ever read outstanding, beautiful ,lovely.I think I'll read it again . Thank you imagination</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JAQ2U25VZ1TI?ASIN=0439023521	Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very good book. Was captivated. Will buy it shortly<br/><br/>Hehehe hehehe fudge the d. D B-) Negevhgf hung hung hung</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31FDOBH9IDAIP?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love the whole Hunger Games series. The books are always good. They have really good descriptions. It's a great book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SBQI9FYGYLL5?ASIN=0439023521	Best book since twilight.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I would recommend this book to everyone who enjoys reading.  Great storyline I can't wait to read the next installment.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R88GDA75JY6U7?ASIN=0439023521	Great!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Really enjoyed this book. I look forward to reading the other 2. Highly recommended for those who like to read fiction.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2I0F30OQIGF81?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games kept me on the edge.  I could not put it down. What a great story.  I totally enjoyed this book.5stars</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16F142P11Z39M?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I FOUND THIS BOOK EXCITING.  WANTED TO KEEP READING TO SEE THE FINAL OUTCOME.<br/>Would recommend it to other readers.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GFLTK2LORSML?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read the book in 2 days during Christmas vacation!! I've already purchased the second book and can't wait to start it!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13XI5MM6ORE8X?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love the book. Interesting read and I can't wait to read the next book in the series. Maybe I will watch the movie now.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RCTLSS3DSJNI?ASIN=0439023521	Breathless	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Most amazing book ever can  wait to get the second. The ending is the best part how she loses Peers is the  worst part.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QD67R7DOUCIV?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was strange! I was puzzled and never seemed to connect  it to real life and kept trying to, I would not recomend it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RD2C3QCFNVSW3?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">very exciting and mesmerizing...fast moving action... had to read all books at one time,,,  cant wait to see the movies</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TTIDGWPBRK99?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I highly recommend this book. Just make sure you don't have anything else to do . . . you won't be able to put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10POCK2YF4A54?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book! I couldnt put it down! Cant wait to read the whole series!! Action packed that will have keep u on ur toes!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RRSZMRMQMU52?ASIN=0439023521	Good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After seeing the movie i was amazed by how.much it missed after reading the book. Good book with many twists and turns.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22TU6CX5HLSW0?ASIN=0439023521	A hungered love	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">In this book I felt love,wonder,and mystery.Suzanne Collins blew this book out the water.I felt that I was in the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2D4DQK4ZEHWBC?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent story telling	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love the story and enjoyed it more than I did the movie, definitely a page turner. On my way to read her other books.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BF9URWMWASRZ?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger game	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome book. Did not see the movie yet, but reading the book will make me understand it more. You should read the book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMLQ49EKYEF3T?ASIN=0439023521	Wow!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Such a good book! Can't wait to read the rest of the trilogy! &amp; I actually wasn't disappointed with the movie for once.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RW3O3AG09J2BE?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing read....hard to put down! Looking forward to reading the next 2 books, and hoping they are just as suspenseful!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1R8SCEW13Z93M?ASIN=0439023521	brilliant	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is amazing! The love that Peeta has for Katnessi is so cute. The excitement of not knowing what would happen.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34GX70LZ3FNP2?ASIN=0439023521	Captivating	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was very enjoyable. Hated to put it down. I look forward to now watching the movie, then on to the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BF72ZJ2YOW4L?ASIN=0439023521	Quick & Easy Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good story, decent writing, will still finish the series. If you're looking for a quick easy read its not a bad choice.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CI32RI4G9Y7G?ASIN=0439023521	very good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very addicting. Could put the book down. I liked that it was a book for young adults that didn't focus on a love story.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXHLP86PS0BAR?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read, it keeps you interested and was very enjoyable.  I would highly recommend this book for any age and gender.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LSA9LSZ7XY3Q?ASIN=0439023521	Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good quality as mentioned.<br/>The book is well arrived on time and as expecting.<br/>I am enjoying reading about it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OQBSV6HZ1E2F?ASIN=0439023521	Review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a very good book and I like the action in the story. I would recommend this book to anyone who has not read it.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZMJY5KFK6IOP?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The story pulls you in right away, I can't wait to read the next two books, I've just got to know how it all comes out.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3C81M0QZOPUFQ?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is a spellbinding book that held my attention from beginning to end.  I can't wait to read the sequel.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3ERV1O0F8QRZ8?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it. very interesting didnt want to put it down. finished it wanting more answers. cant wait until the second book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32PE9FUYFXUL8?ASIN=0439023521	Really enjoyed this book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent read! I look forward to reading both book two and book three.  I have no doubt they will keep me entertained!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22Z4RT53W3EOB?ASIN=0439023521	loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Just reread it. great the first time and even better the second after watching the movie!  think i may reread it again.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZ8AI7SVVG4YS?ASIN=0439023521	Thrilling	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">one if the best books ive ever read. couldn't put it down. thrilling you feel like you are there with katniss and peeta</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R75I40S3NJF6Y?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love the action + details! can not wait to read book 2 ! The ending great and the food they eat in the cap sounds good.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2L51GZHY1VVUT?ASIN=0439023521	I am very caught up in the story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great characters and story line. This book takes hold of you and makes you feel like you are there right in the action.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRVNHI9TFU5X9?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read the other reviews. This is a great book. Way better then the movie. A lot more story line then the motion picture.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R276JQFH9ZVGHP?ASIN=0439023521	Enjoyable female protagonist	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this, as a female, to read a book with a strong female protagonist. I found Katniss a likable character. I also love dystopian/future-set stories like this. The premise of this book might have been done elsewhere, but I enjoyed this presentation. The semi-love triangle is not nearly as annoying as the b.s. in the Twilight books. I found it thoroughly enjoyable. Not quite on the same level as fiction like Harry Potter, but miles above Twilight. I also read the rest of the series, but the first book is, by far the best of the three (IMHO). Plus as a side note, as graphic designer I have to give kudos on the nice cover design.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1I6DEUY0AMT6T?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing! Entertaining! A VERY Good Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games was a great read and I would recommend it to anyone who enjoyed The Giver Quartet or The Maze Runner.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PI66DJNPR768?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a very good book. I would recommend this to everyone out there. It's a long book but you just have to read it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34P8M8DSC80RQ?ASIN=0439023521	review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book! Watched the movie first but that did not detract from the story. Reading the next book now. One more word.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QFPDI0Y8A0XV?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie first and loved it...the book does not disappoint either! Looking forward to starting the second book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R153FE1M0L7BBZ?ASIN=0439023521	Cant put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Once I started reading, I couldn't stop! The characters come to life and you can't help but cheer them on. Great read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37UMWGAULD53S?ASIN=0439023521	Really good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this book.This  book on a scale of one to ten it was a ten.So so good.<br/>Except for the mutations.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XUK4EVQOKMTJ?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put the book down until sleep took over. It has a little more details than the movie. It is worth the read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IDF02FJLLLOV?ASIN=0439023521	Great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book full of drama, romance, suspense and laughter. Excited to read the rest of the trilogy and watch the films.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29NGUMOE7543N?ASIN=0439023521	awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book blew me away. An impressively emotionally riveting book. I definitely will be buying the rest in the series!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3P59NJ6L22H1H?ASIN=0439023521	best book ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is like my favorite series I love it so much and I hope you do to you should defiantly read it katniss is my hero</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LKCYEX4EAQJO?ASIN=0439023521	Mesmerizing.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was hooked immediately.<br/>A quick read because you can't put it down.  This book will not disappoint you.  Great.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27GL2M4N5QB26?ASIN=0439023521	incredible!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What an amazing book! Definitely one I would recommend. A person who reads has lived many lives, let's live and learn.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14DOCET158HE8?ASIN=0439023521	The Best In The Series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book. It is my favorite book ever since reading the diary of a wimpy kid series. Thank you Suzanne Collins</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCZEMX1WSGCPY?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Riveting, but the premise of this novel is very brutal. If you are sensitive to violence, I don't recommend this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1B01DA96O4W0I?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I found the story captivating and odd all a the same time. This book kept my interest f beginning to end. A must read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YN0KLX5E7PJJ?ASIN=0439023521	Trilogy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">great book. Well written and a easy read. great characters and storyline. although I am not a fan of cliffhanger ends.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28P3RYJ64M0W2?ASIN=0439023521	how awesome is the Hunger Games!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I think the Hunger Games is the best books I've ever read! They are so interesting, it feels like your actually there.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIEIO9FWS4J38?ASIN=0439023521	good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Action was fabulous ,good story about love action.<br/>Can't wait to read catching fire. Happy I read this cool book,</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R345DXX2JVYY1J?ASIN=0439023521	awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked that they won<br/>I would recommended this book to all of the people in the world<br/>I would change nothing</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPFE91TN7MVM0?ASIN=0439023521	Great!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great series!  I am a really slow reader and made it through all three books in a weekend.  I could not put them down!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15T5M810XRTIT?ASIN=0439023521	love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's soo much better than the movie. I absolutely love this whole series. I would decrement this to absolutely anyone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2E55WCEZRA1QM?ASIN=0439023521	Satisfying	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was an easy to get through read, leaving me wanting a little bit more at the end. Excited to see what happens next.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1L6N7HKRJ4NDH?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Like everyone I know , I could not put it down. I read the trilogy on one weekend.<br/>The plot was very emthralling.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROXRTDX1K2QSG?ASIN=0439023521	Great!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great! Made the movie so disappointing... Going to read the next one before watching the movie! I recommend this book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QH2RTZKLUJB9?ASIN=0439023521	A lot like the movie.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was a lot like the movie and had great descriptions.if you like mystery and romance book s this book is good.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6VT7HCF15Y1G?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed this book.  I couldn't put it down. It kept me interested all the time. I cannot wait to read the other two.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R383D9D4CY1TNF?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">very delightful and well written although the dialog is not as dynamic as it could be. I do recommend it, a good read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROO0CFO2QJ89A?ASIN=0439023521	Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very nice book! Really catch your attention when reading and you want to know what will happen next. I recommend that.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RQY5SVWKAQHR?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">better than the movie and very descriptive, exhilarating, and adventurous.  it's a mist read for any fan of the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFIG0B7389CUX?ASIN=0439023521	amazing read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Story which keeps u guessing all the time and a brilliant book, already looking yo buy next ones.. Sure all will enjoy</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VUJ0ZK9860M9?ASIN=0439023521	Hooked from the first chapter	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved everything about this, the characters the storyline and even better it was well written.  Could not put it down!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6W5OAK5NL1WU?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Would read these multiple times. The stories unfold so beautifully. ITs a tragedy but so much life and beauty involved</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OJQKA04NUP2F?ASIN=0439023521	Great book easy read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a great book. I couldn't put it down. I saw the movie prior to reading it which only enhanced the experience.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1U4S5DSM8CLKY?ASIN=0439023521	amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I would recommend this book to anyone , there wasn't a moment I could put the book down , time to read the second one!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R244XUOIT6UYWJ?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Little slow at times but very entertaining.  Will keep your interest. And wanting to know what happens to reach person</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKU8D274VAIE4?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read the book after I saw the movie. The book definitely made me think they could have done better with the movie...</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1W3AOLYQ5I0XT?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games Review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was good.The best part were the games. I would recommend this book to someone who likes fighting and complex plots.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3C84R5SM3GUI9?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this book.  Makes you really feel for what they have to endure.  What a horrible thing to go through.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QQDXOZOMO87F?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Will definite read it again! Looking forward to reading the rest of this amazing series and sharing them with my kids!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33DRDUQSSU829?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a very good book, I really enjoyed reading it. I felt that the movie and the book followed closely togeather.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33KF773A2WHU0?ASIN=0439023521	Good read, definitely a page turner.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed it but felt it may have been intended for a younger audience.  I Would recommend this book to other readers.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DPO07GTBX12P?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">All good and nice action top rates<br/><br/>Good for family and kids<br/>Good for all ages<br/>Nice mice nice nice</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2K4AJIFCTX7HX?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games Book One	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not put it down,just loved it and I'm really excited to start book Two! It was a easy read. I rely enjoyed it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MZ74R80I7CLE?ASIN=0439023521	I wish I could give it 100 stars!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love how Katniss and Peeta were supposed to be in love and Katniss was just acting I really did think she loved him.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3EDFABEICJBOP?ASIN=0439023521	Love	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved everything! This was the 2nd time through, and I still enjoyed every bit. Now onto the others for a second time!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSAN5MMBHBDWO?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was phenomenal. It was difficult to put down, completely thrilling to read. Can't wait to read the next one!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21GOVCHJAZHE4?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is very interesting and I can't wait to read the next one!  It is very suspenseful.  It is awesome!!!!!!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2EQBTAMTDE6KM?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So captivating and kept me turning the pages to find out how those story evolved! Ready to find out what happens next!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BI47BP5LOGN6?ASIN=0439023521	Very good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book is extremely well written and gives you the feel as if you can picture the games. I'll be reading the others.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Y331BNPI583Q?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is for anyone who even remotely likes to read and keeps you wanting to read more throughout the entire book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJJH9EQ7FIMEB?ASIN=0439023521	Yeah!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing... enjoyed every reading minute - can't wait to start Catching Fire''' and the next one... and the next one...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QLPU25CF9R9U?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Was a great book and can't wait to finish reading the last 2 books. I love it and expect the other 2 to be great also.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RAPTU8T8NRDI6?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am speechless best thing I ever read! It was well written great storyline and characters I am impressed! Amazing!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBGZ46G7E68AR?ASIN=0439023521	Great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Captivating story. Highly recommend this book. I cannot wait to start reading the second book. A very ex citing story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UICJL6ZLQYRT?ASIN=0439023521	Exciting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hard to put down! Excited for the second book! The book was definitely better than the movie and I would read it again</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SMPEEORE5ETI?ASIN=0439023521	Great book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book! Grabbed me from the very beginning! I can not wait to read the other two books. I definitely recommend it.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYTWO8N8645K0?ASIN=0439023521	Interesting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was very interesting and it really kept me reading. I will consider reading the other titles in this series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R563L02XTVCJC?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't wait to get home from work, just so I could read it. I loved it and will be finishing this series for sure.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3V0J2POQCS2O4?ASIN=0439023521	Enjoyed it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a good read. I am looking forward to the next book in this exciting series! Differed a little from the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTOPDYQN83Z91?ASIN=0439023521	Pretty Good!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Pretty Good, much better than the movie. Kept you reading waiting to see what was going to happen next. Very riveting!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WSG9C4ONNQKF?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was w wonderful. It held my attention and I didn't want it to end great book and going to read the next one.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30P1XTYETCL5E?ASIN=0439023521	Best book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book better then the movie I couldn't put it down till I finished reading it can't wait to finish the other ones</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YRECXLCYSXEE?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well written. Good character development. Kept me on the edge of my seat. Could not put the book down. Ready for more!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JB8OZOW9L9C7?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw this movie before reading it and the movie doesn't do justice to the true story of the Hunger Games. I loved it.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MQOF5JSK6DWK?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent book, I stayed up late and read it through in one sitting! I hope the rest of the series compares favorably.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1AMO94RUENVQR?ASIN=0439023521	Whoa	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it. Can't wait to read the next one page Turner!  I read it so quick because I had to know what was next!!!!!!!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSGUKIMH29Y4Y?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't stop reading it. It totally had my attention throughout the entire story.  I can't wait to read the next one!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1A7II4SKJ8NY2?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My sister read it first.  So good.  Better than the movie. :) I read it in 2 days!  Can not wait to read the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RD4B2K2XAE055?ASIN=0439023521	Riveting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Held me in the world of Panem from the very first chapter. I can't wait to see where this adventure / rebellion leads.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TO54NE4428EY?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What a great book! I couldn't put it down! So much more emotion then the movie! I highly recommended reading this one!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RUZUL4RWMOC?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved all the action and suspense from start to end. Can't wait to start next book. Didn't see movie loved the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33G41AURIUKFA?ASIN=0439023521	Good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Can't find nothing I dislike<br/>So I love the hunger games and I also love the move can't wait to Sat the second one</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RU1PAV5ZW1SXU?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I already read the books and watched the movie, but when I read it again I understood it more. I love the hunger games</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LC07UTVLFS7G?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie first, but the book is much more fantastic. Fabulous writing and I can't wait to read the other books!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17GOMNLHUJR66?ASIN=0439023521	Book review 5 stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Book was excellent! Easy read!! Saw the first movie and thought the book was a lot better can't wait to read the next.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IDT3JGQD1ZI7?ASIN=0439023521	ADDICTING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I finished the book in about a day. I couldn't put it down. It was amazing. Simply a great story for any age to enjoy.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LQ8GEL1X370Q?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Really enjoyed this book totally worth the hype. Characters r great Couldn't put it down. Excited for rest of trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DP3SWZ5Z2G5K?ASIN=0439023521	Love	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love the book like I enjoy the movie<br/>Excited to start the next one! I would recommend it to my family and friends</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CS1SA9K8QZPA?ASIN=0439023521	Wasn't sure what it was going to be	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the first book of three. Didn't take me long to get into it and then reading the others made it more complete.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VNFRGZ0AFOP1?ASIN=0439023521	Pure genius	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is a pure work of art. The perfect amount of action and romance. You won't want to put the book down!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IBNK440E5JOM?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't like blood and guts in books and movies, but this book drew me in and wouldn't let go.  I absolutely loved it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11E8NRS1YCA63?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Katniss is relatable and the story is genuinely captivating I couldn't put it down can't wait to read the next 2 books</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14D6SLBXUU46K?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I haven't read a book this quickly in a very long time! Great story and characters. I loved every minute of every page</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RBL1027AIS4W?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Really good read!?! Normally I read the book then watch the movie but I didn't this time. I'd recommend to all ages :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VAT6K8WSSE53?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Even better than the movie was. I couldn't stop reading!!!!! I definitely can't wait to start reading the second book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3597U06FP5LQX?ASIN=0439023521	Read the book first	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Much better then the movie by far. Don't watch the movie first it's good but leaves out key scenes that make the story</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CF1ZSNNCU6ZP?ASIN=0439023521	One Of My Favorite Books	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book it was so sweet and detailed about how everything works in panem. I absolutely love the Hunger Games</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNGEL6X4Y1PPN?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fantastic! I can't wait to read the next one!<br/>It moved really fast and the characters were really well developed.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/REOE3K06CWVSM?ASIN=0439023521	Great bood	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So much better than the movie. The story is explained much better in the book. The characters are much more appealing.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YJROIGYY126Q?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great fun read. Hits all the high notes of a good story. Great character development and a good lead in to more story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RWGV51Q1KGDE?ASIN=0439023521	Predictable, but interesting twist at end.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Pretty horrific concept if you think about it. Great story and well thought out plot. Can't wait to see the movie now.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Q7SPGBQG8L2X?ASIN=0439023521	Breathtaking	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Absolutely amazing. I couldn't put it down and was on my toes never knowing what was coming next. Brilliantly written.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LI4RD2439SHV?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a really exciting book to read! I couldn't put it down once I started!. Will read the next book Catching Fire.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4AMM4Z43Q5EI?ASIN=0439023521	None	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">really great book one of the best of Suzzane Collin's my sister &amp; frieds loved it too i can't wait to start the second</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6XKL4GJHMZPE?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So glad I took the time to read the book after seeing the movie!  The author covered every detail.  Very entertaining.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3E62FMAQT3ABA?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is one great book, I couldn't stop myself from reading it. You will not be disappointed if you choose to read it.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RP2J7XP6QZKE6?ASIN=0439023521	The book is better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The story was riveting.  even though i had seen the movie ,  the characters were more complex than the movie portrayed</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R45SEZFF7O7K5?ASIN=0439023521	Great book !:)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was amazing! kept me entertained the entire time!:) if you think this was good try maximum ride! it was great also.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33Z2LM4CRKSRM?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Imaginative and enduring! great read for most any age. Is violent but not overly, keeps you interested from the start.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UMFYIP2UGQWN?ASIN=0439023521	Easy read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had already seen the movie but was in the hospital so I needed some reading material. Easy to read hard to put down</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36L70HZ0U7R6?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games culminating into trilogy.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A beautiful plot very well presented.Keeps you glued and there is always curosity as to what next.Successful trilogy.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2J6I1EV04GZFK?ASIN=0439023521	did not disappoint	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great pacing and great narrative.  I was really surprised at how well the prose flowed.  I highly recommend this book</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IWQ2DETPBZIB?ASIN=0439023521	Good story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good story keeps you entertained and is quite thrilling to follow. Good read. Recommended to all. Word word word word</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20T2DCE4VEGW8?ASIN=0439023521	every single good word in the dictionary	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is an amazing book.It is so amazing that a third grader read it and this book is usually read by teenagers.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GK9IA8TAGDY?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The hunger games is a great book about Katniss while she goes into the hunger games and fights for her right to live.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WUPCYWKOXQEI?ASIN=0439023521	good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book. Suzanne Collins is a really good writer, but this story and plot reminds me a lot of battle royal.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QRF3HET55KP9?ASIN=0439023521	Good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Better and more detailed than the movie. A quick read and very enjoyable. If you enjoy the movie you'll love the book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36JANQYVARJYO?ASIN=0439023521	page turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Keeps you on your toes the entire time, while remaining personal and charming. Best book of the trilogy, a must read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YGXSH377L994?ASIN=0439023521	GREAT BOOK	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">IF YOU LOVE ACTION THAN YOU'LL LOVE THIS BOOK .FIGHTS SADNESS AND OVERALL GREAT BOOK SO DON'T TAKE IT FROM ME READ IT</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R247E4JYZEHCTD?ASIN=0439023521	amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Simply amazing!  Love this book!  Can't wait to reed the second... Buying it right now!  Just so good in so many ways</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LLJG7CSBE9SC?ASIN=0439023521	five star	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very good book very discriptive and heart warming I highly suggest this book it's a worl wind of emotions my favorite</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33EARG8KZUHCK?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I completely love this book it is a great read I would recommend it to everyone to read the hunger games it wonderful</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FZQGZ8L5DNW?ASIN=0439023521	It was good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was good<br/>I liked it<br/>It was cool<br/>It was interesting and powerful<br/>I really liked it<br/>The end</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SR21FORCEBLE?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games 1	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I LOVED it! best book ever! It was soo awesome. I loved it every part of this fab book and I can't wait to read more.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VYN0FE6FWTEA?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very interesting story, but highly mature. I like the general idea and can't wait to read the second and third books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QALOAM87GMVE?ASIN=0439023521	b.rucker	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Absolutely a amazing . I loved every minute of it. I can't wait to read ""Catching Fire"". Thanks for the book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUJT9FB5APWGB?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved every page. It sucks you in, hanging to each character,  leaving you wanting more. I will read again and again.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R135RD6VRVHBDY?ASIN=0439023521	Just hang in there!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't think I would like this book, but I grew to love it! If you think it starts off slow just hang in there! :-)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PE9ENZKGQ0C?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not put it down, my husband and family kept telling me how good it was so I finally gave it shot. Glad I did!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R147RKPI5DQINZ?ASIN=0439023521	gotta have	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">suspense and thrilling. better than the movie. i can picture the fire coming to life. cant wait to read the next one.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZFZKUQHV2ERN?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Such a good series! Keeps you hanging on every word. Can't wait to read book 3. Never thought I would enjoy this much</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHUGA9UTHRTA7?ASIN=0439023521	BEST BOOK EVER !	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely love this book and I can't wait to read catching fire and then mocking jay !!! the ending is amazing !!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RK7FL4Z1XY3YT?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">THIS IS MY FAVORITE BOOK!!!!! I AM OBSESSED! It has excellent explanations and is very easy to follow along! READ IT!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNZF6F8FK7UNV?ASIN=0439023521	Best book I have ever read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved all the action and emotion like a lot of the times I cried a little bit. It's the bast book I have ever read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZVSC9VV9U216?ASIN=0439023521	great books the story was great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read all 3 of these they were great! loved them, the movies do not do them any justice but the books are wonderful.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1F18UUE6C6KK3?ASIN=0439023521	Great one.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very good book. There's not lots of fiction that I enjoy, and this is a must. I had to read the second and third one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFURGAHB10M30?ASIN=0439023521	Exciting story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good read. A little graphic and repetitive at times. Main characters are described well and people you can relate to.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HPERTFAF4URT?ASIN=0439023521	a MUST read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Just an awesome book! I could not stop reading. The first is actually also the best, though the whole serie is great!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11T0PZNZSR8N9?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Enjoyed the story..  I don't buy too many or read all that much, different for me since I usually gyrate to Sci-Fi...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RF858HY7PMGG1?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic !	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm not a reader but I enjoyed the movie so I thought I'd read the book.  Loved it!  Can't wait to read the next one!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2H6M4PMA6Z6M9?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Whoa what a book. So glad I held off watching the movie until I had read it. Could NOT put this book down! Fantastic!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RALDV0C2Q5PVJ?ASIN=0439023521	great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was such a good book I highly recommend this book to anyone especially teens great plot and characters and setting</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HZQR8PEAG369?ASIN=0439023521	loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved the way it kept me reading<br/> I recommend this book to teens<br/>I absolutely fell in love with the stereos</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CFJ29TKUQR5H?ASIN=0439023521	could not put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well written, fast moving.. Very different story line. I was surprised bow much I enjoyed it. Will read the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RU82GUXNVLJS?ASIN=0439023521	A movie maker	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Keeping in line with the story but it drags now and then with the painted kewpie<br/>doll  population in the cities.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KN7M21NMGWGX?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is amazing! i highly recommend this book to everyone!<br/>I couldn't put this book down! it's a must read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R169W8SQMS8H5V?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Enjoyed the book better than I did the movie read it in couple hours. Im getting ready to download book two and three</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R253J3Y0G32RSR?ASIN=0439023521	The best book I've reed in my life	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's was a powerful book that is a learn on life,love and heart and I just loved it :) ps. It made me cry a little ;D</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8W4MJI0UX1S0?ASIN=0439023521	So cool	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was such a great book I think other people would read it.<br/>I liked this book because of all the action parts</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21DRZKW2QVOHC?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Coolest book and saddest book EVEER!<br/>Loved the suspence. Really was a tear jearker. I give this book five stars.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RY8GQOVO2Z1I4?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good book!<br/>The games were the most exciting part of the book it took a while to get there.<br/>Anyway good book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ND726HQZ61N5?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love how the relationship between the characters develop in this book.  It is hard to put down one you get started!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R65YHFJTT8N77?ASIN=0439023521	Awsome!!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book!!!! OMG it's the best thing i have like every read!!!!!! I can't wait to read the rest of the books!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8EFTEK3QQDTE?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Easy read from beginning to end. Kept you engaged. Looking forward to reading the next book and finishing the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25RDRSHN2DQBL?ASIN=0439023521	Star-Crossovers Earn 5 Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This made my heart melt and made me jump out of my skin at the perfect times. This is is my all-time favorite book!!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MIUU6TF599LQ?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the suspense, the uncertainty, the love story behind it all. A great book. Definitely one of my favorites!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34U6U146XY18B?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was a hundred times greater than the movie! I can't wait to read book two and three. Great for teenagers :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPC04CW69AAP2?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger Games is a great book, I enjoyed it very much.  Looking forward to read the other books and seeing the movies.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LZT1CL0GHDSK?ASIN=0439023521	The best book ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this more than 1,000,000 times, and I don't mind reading it more. Totally recommend this book. Please read it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHCFJA6DCF06N?ASIN=0439023521	Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read. Very well written. Engrossing story line. Well worth the time and money on it. Movie was accurately done.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WMRYGRRDR7V6?ASIN=0439023521	Thaughts	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great and I am looking forward to reading the second book I have read it over and over and it is still good</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RY4M3M2ZBFE8L?ASIN=0439023521	Enjoyable	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Although a young adult book, I thoroughly enjoyed the story. It helped me to understand the movie better. Quick read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FQQFQ2BYJZCB?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't put it down. Took me on a an emotional rollercoaster ride that brought tears to my eyes, anxiety, and anger.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2E9JGP0QA50CK?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING OUTSTANDING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I LOVE IT, amazingly OUTSTANDING and I never could put the book down, I truly loved it.<br/><br/>From Brandon Clack</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XCTSOZAJ69WH?ASIN=0439023521	A million times better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was amazing. I loved the movie but this book I couldn't put down. Well written and perfectly executed story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TCW1CZKOP1VI?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is SO eventful and amazing. The romantic side escalate of action. Cant wait for the next one!!! So amazing.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16TOXO1DZUT37?ASIN=0439023521	Pleasantly Surprised	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After all of the initial hysteria wore off, I finally decided to give this book a try. I'm so glad I did, I loved it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R227TKW7F2APQ9?ASIN=0439023521	Easy, fast read. Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A great insight into how ridiculous our society's thirst for reality drama can get.  Can't wait to read the next one.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2I5S5ZYU0G9SF?ASIN=0439023521	So worth the hype.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I waited until the hype subsided to read this and surprisingly I was not disappointed. I couldn't put this book down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QD49HEYTALUK?ASIN=0439023521	Me	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I recommend this book to errrbody it's very amazing and interesting anybody would log  it dying to read catching fire</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17E556BSBYB5M?ASIN=0439023521	Boss book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The best book ever greatly detailed good description good job! I really hope there will be a 2nd book I just loved it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YH1YMUPUT6KY?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games by Suzanne Collins	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked this book very much it kept you interested all the way through .I am anxious to read the rest of this series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1J6DXY4BA4UI7?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent read. I give it 5 stars.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Even though I saw the movie first this book was totally enjoyable. I can't wait to start the next one in the trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2EU7AGR70N5UV?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">There is no flaw in this book what so ever. I absolutely love this book. It almost brought me to tears when Rue died.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3B3GHKNMTU24L?ASIN=0439023521	Fair	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was well written to keep my interest, however kind of sad that it takes place in a society of killing kids.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21WWOPD3C4SAR?ASIN=0439023521	One of  my my favorites	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is such a good mix tragedy and love. I fell in love with all the characters and couldn't put the book down.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HM5PD47I9QAF?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book kept my attention  the whole way to the end and I couldn't put it down. I can't wait to read the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R254DTC6P0IWEW?ASIN=0439023521	Wow	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best book I've read in a long time. I highly recommend it to everyone. High action and very entertaining. Five stars!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1O7C87M10LNXS?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love the details as you move through the story...it's like you were actually there. I highly recommend to everyone!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IKUCYII4LKQN?ASIN=0439023521	Wow	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Since page 1, I just couldn't put it down. The action, bloody battles, love story. Excellent. Can't wait for round 2.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCIB6HO0T64LM?ASIN=0439023521	Much different (for the better)than expected.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am nor sure what caught my eye on this book,  but I am glad it did. I couldn't put it down. Great read for any age.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R122XRVSGWBI46?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put down this book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is an intriguing book. I'm glad I read this book prior to seeing the movie as I could understand the flashbacks.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VT3AKYCBEABQ?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Lot's of unexpected turns. A love thriller through and through. Couldn't put the book down until it was all finished.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R271IHS4446UV6?ASIN=0439023521	Great read!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't put the book down. Quick way read. Characters well developed, story line flows. Can't wait for the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGSLOGQLPFGA7?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was amazing. With reading for sure. Best book I have read in a while. I am definitely reading the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20MGKISDHKS1M?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fantasy and possible reality all in one. An intriguing read. Cannot wait for more. Onward with the next exiting book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSQRFDSTAL8MN?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing book!!! It is a must read!!! It will keep u on your toes and make you cry! Hope you enjoy it as much as I did</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ALS5QOUCNEQ5?ASIN=0439023521	beach read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">kept me from doing anything else until i finished it.i  so i could keep reading had to go back and order the next one</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OIISWM0AP1NE?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie...no really.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Pretty good. Trumps the film. It's a quick and easy read. Lots of intensity and grit. A nice beginning to the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3H2A74L6Q19TG?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is amazing. It offers suspense and action at the best times. This novel is worth reading for it is amazing.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R373J2GLT3NTGF?ASIN=0439023521	The best book ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is so awesome I could not put it down....not even the movie was better even thought I watch it all the time</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BERSP2E0MWT8?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book I've read it seven times<br/>I recommend it to anyone who can read well<br/>Hope you like the book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1U3BUNBH88AX1?ASIN=0439023521	Love it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love these book! I have read them three times now and planning on reread them again. I would recommend them anyone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LR263ZRU93WI?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put it down until I had finished it. Kind of a quick read but your able to fully be immersed in the story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BK4SNH6TEI3T?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">An amazing read! I couldn't put it down! A must read for anyone. Much better then the movie. Now on to the next book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZKMNDAL68O4A?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book! Can't wait to read the sequels:) Hope the sequels are just as good as The Hunger Games! Happy Readings :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1G1NELQP9B0UN?ASIN=0439023521	The things that love can make you do	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book kept me turning page after page. Most of my friends have already read them. Can't wait to read the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DFHNJC0038Q4?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A great read and hard to put down!  Can't wait to read the rest of the books!! A surprising love story like no other!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWYVW2VFOSQEX?ASIN=0439023521	Soooo good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put it down.  Im going to get the next book right now.  Can't wait for dinner to be over so I can read it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IVY2F42IC695?ASIN=0439023521	Great Pleasure Reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This trilogy is a delight, but make sure you have time set aside. I thought it got better the further with each book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1E7Z8LQ0MUPY7?ASIN=0439023521	Best book of the decade	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The hanger games series is a amazing trilligy of a girl names catniss who is under faced with some dificlet chanenges</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3I7C5FD4MIFF7?ASIN=0439023521	loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very strong imagery. The characters really came alive. Took me 2 days to finish it and I can't wait to read book two.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RO1AYL9KOVXPB?ASIN=0439023521	Surprisingly good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Really enjoyed this and it held my attention. Looking forward to reading the next one.  Hope there is a happy ending.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJ54HP322NE1R?ASIN=0439023521	could not put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a great read!  i‘m no literary critic,  but loved, this tremendously.  Cant wait to read more in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3M9BEWM4WY59U?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger for more Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read with non stop action. I had to down load the sequels to find out what happened.  You won't be disappointed</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RM2E0GHURIGOD?ASIN=0439023521	Absolute must read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book had  me  in every moment glued to each page. I loved this book so much i could read it over and over again.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DQ8I433KPQLB?ASIN=0439023521	riveting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book.  my mom recommended it, and I‘m glad I took her advice.  I really like how Katniss gave Panem the finger.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15RUTVKSI1AEU?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not stop reading this book. I felt like I was truly in the story:) looking forward to reading the next book!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MGZ12LM20TPL?ASIN=0439023521	Extraordinary	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was amazing I read it from cover to cover in one day I simply couldn't put it down!! A must read for sure!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYSVJOWZLGP0D?ASIN=0439023521	A must read!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I recommend this book to anyone who loves a good book.  Also the other books in the series I would recommend as well.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3T1ZCER289RME?ASIN=0439023521	The Lottery meets 1984	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I made the serious error of starting this book at 11PM, just looking for a little light reading before bed. 300 pages later at 4AM I realized I with a start how late it was. I've proabably read something like 40 book in the last year, this was the only one where there weren't long stretches where I just had to slog through to get to something interesting. It was very engrossing. I haven't found a page turner like this in years. It's not what I'd call serious reading, but it's a great book to escape into. I found myself caring about the characters in way that's hard to find. I see why it's been in the Amazon Top 100 for so long.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SDMLKVULPPSD?ASIN=0439023521	Movie vs book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Saw the movie before I read the book which made the book more exciting since scenes in the movie brought it to life.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DDXB7TGDPLJH?ASIN=0439023521	Learning more about Katniss.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The books help flesh out what the movies present. Refreshing to see a strong but slightly flawed female protagonist.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MTB1JACBSYCZ?ASIN=0439023521	Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Better than the movie, and I liked the movie<br/>Knowing what was going on in their heads always makes books better</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1S99X1NB1978U?ASIN=0439023521	good action book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">liked all the twists and turns in this book. it kept you guessing what would happen next. good reading and exciting.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KLG2FB7PLIRX?ASIN=0439023521	Oh My Gosh	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love it! Action packed! Violent yet so romantic I started to cry. I think I'm in love now. This makes me wanna read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1A3T3ARIABJ3M?ASIN=0439023521	Better than I expected!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I watched the movie before reading the book and they are so close! Reading it is worth your time! Wonderful story!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XVFEV0B256HL?ASIN=0439023521	awesome book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Thrilling, has you on edge every page. So much better than the movies in the sense of details things make more sense</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MFWK5201TBWN?ASIN=0439023521	COOL	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great book. I would recommend this book for ages 9 and up (if you think an 8 year old could handle it) :-)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GH7SVQGYUQ8T?ASIN=0439023521	Better than movie its aaawweeeesssoooommmeee	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So its a little bit different from the movie but still it awesome but its an middle school high school reading level</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XREMBB6DKU3O?ASIN=0439023521	breathtaking	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suspenseful to the end. I highly recommend this book to others. I look forward to seeing the films when they are out</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXGVY590LZRZF?ASIN=0439023521	Really good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was really good.You should read it.The ending was really getting good and I loved the beginning. good book</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R49P9VX2YDBYO?ASIN=0439023521	good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book really picks up after chapter 3 or so. After that I couldn't put it down, can't wait to start the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3R2MWCLRMZ2PZ?ASIN=0439023521	great story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome boom really like it it was great the story kicks butt and if I can't read it now I'm gonna become a handful.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1L3UPV7OTTKEB?ASIN=0439023521	A Great Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really like the book. Rich with exitment. Really helps you understand the movie better. You should really read it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XYREYGPQ3YUL?ASIN=0439023521	can't stop reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Even I've watched the movie and know exactly how things ends for everything, I still can't stop finishing the book~~</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NHPQXX5CTTQZ?ASIN=0439023521	amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">truly a Amazing book with so many twists and turns I thought it was a good book  post your review on what you think.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGWB5M6J8MSID?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was held captive from page 1.  Very exciting series.  Am reading 2nd book now and I will read the third book next.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2AS9C5O33U5BS?ASIN=0439023521	great hook	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read from beginning to end. Would defiantly read the other books and suggest for others to follow suit. Thanks</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RK1CJVP59DMO3?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed this book. I wasn't a fan of the movie but I read the book and rewatched the movie and I enjoyed it after.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1469QOO1RS9BA?ASIN=0439023521	I loved this book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book held me captive. I really cared about the characters and I can't wait to read the next book in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6GFFKTDS357J?ASIN=0439023521	stunning	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Not a moment of boredom in this book! One thrilling ride after the other! Highly recommended to everyone and anyone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJ4NRFKDI993O?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is probably the best t book I have ever read I would recommend it to anybody who is a fan of books!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11A97KZYJJDBC?ASIN=0439023521	This book is awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I chose this rating because it was really descriptive and violent. I also chose this rating because I loved the book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TAANJ5S9UC1D?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Shouldn't have waited so long to read this book. I would recommend this book and I am looking forward to the others.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVJRSWWYSQRGI?ASIN=0439023521	Great book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins does an excellent job capturing exciting in this book which is set in a  future dystopia. End review</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VU08BXP4RH57?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a great book and had an amazing plot full of action!  I recommend getting this book to action book seekers.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XFNYMYO2OJNM?ASIN=0439023521	Great story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm going to start the second book right away, even though this book kept me up late because I couldn't put it down!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHDBKTG3QKRL2?ASIN=0439023521	It was Cool	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked it alot, it was very tense and suspicious. I will read the next two books because the first one was so good.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HCJVMV7ILS5J?ASIN=0439023521	loved it!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So much better than the movie! Couldn't put it down!! Wish they wouldn't have changed so much...<br/>Loved it!!! :)</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RI25ZG9ZV2YZ?ASIN=0439023521	Edge of my seat spectacular!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne's writing allows you to imagine being in the Hunger Games itself. A book that kept me wanting more and more.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2X03JZEPL0YPV?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome it's just like the book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book was fantastic fabulous ! I love books and I'm just a little kid<br/>this book is recommended for all ages</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R110PN3WDN15JS?ASIN=0439023521	Best book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's the best book if you've seen the hunger games it's just like the movie<br/>Not appropriate for little kids 1-7</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2O6KYI2X78YCF?ASIN=0439023521	AWESOME GOT TO READ	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is awesome for adults I read it and I'm only nine<br/>No matter how old you are this book is a great read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4MBNJSEWWVYN?ASIN=0439023521	Easy read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very entertaining and effortless reading very interesting setting makes me want t o watch t he movie again and again</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLRHCK4Q4FGXZ?ASIN=0439023521	wow!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I just couldn't stop reading it - so much better than the movie!  A complete emotional experience from start to end.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BZXX771GTPBN?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was fully prepared to not like The Hunger Games but was hooked from chapter one. Looking forward to the next book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2E9K74JX2BQ5S?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">An amazing book about love and brutality brought on by the capital.<br/>If your looking for a good book this is it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36C7KHQCZSTQ6?ASIN=0439023521	Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good book<br/>Will get sequels when I can<br/>I really want the capital to suffer and lose their hold on everyone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROJB61UU5WEWQ?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is awesome I don't really read this much this is my first complete book in 5 days  I really like this book</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1B4ZPBFMDXHWF?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Unable to put it down and excited to start the second book .  You won't be disappointed.  Action from the beginning.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWZ4OF3VD0LT2?ASIN=0439023521	Love this	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great set of books.  Have read over and over.  Timeless story about people and their struggles they endure in life .</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RB9VST0IYTT3Y?ASIN=0439023521	Good read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The series was great.  Enjoyed all three books.  Read through them quickly because I was enjoying the story so well.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRJHUXAGVI793?ASIN=0439023521	Pretty damn good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Omg I love this book I didn't think I would like it but I did and now I recommend it and now headed for another book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PK9R843J274P?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome.....	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it, huge cliffhanger cant wait to start the second book. Catching fire is a lromissing book for mee. Loved it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1P2PSZEUOMDUO?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was hard to read at first, but it really turned out to be a good book. The writing made the book really worth it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JZ1EYKYTCKX1?ASIN=0439023521	Five stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is Entertaining. This book is different but it is very enjoyable. People should give it a shot. Good read.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PWV55BC1TJY8?ASIN=0439023521	Adventurous	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was very interesting and exciting. I really liked the adventure.  It kept my attention. I liked the love segment.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3D5F6O81B57YP?ASIN=0439023521	The	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome book not a dull moment I never wanted to put it down.<br/>Everyone needs to read it.yea yeah<br/><br/>Hey</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TKPLQ5LPH5H1?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't stop reading. Loved it. Can't wait to start reading the next book.  And of course the third book as well :)</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TTY32QGGVKSE?ASIN=0439023521	Loved	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Enthralled from the beginning!<br/>Can't wait to start on the next book in the series.  And now to watch the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NI8GT9CDJIZS?ASIN=0439023521	great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the book--couldn't put it down! I bought the next 2 books in the series and can't wait to read them as well.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3077SG5AT5LSM?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was a great read!!!I saw the movie but the book has so much more life!!! I can't wait to start book two!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26S1FZGWQ9CQN?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger games was a good science fiction read. book kept your intrest and was a fun escape from reality. A good read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7A9IQQINU3X2?ASIN=0439023521	Exciting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Super suspense and I could not stop reading. A lot of great details that keeps you thinking until you reach the end.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RS1GBII4O9PAL?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Could not stop reading! I finished in two nights.  Looking forward to reading the next one.  I am positively hooked!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XX66HMJX894E?ASIN=0439023521	Definite page turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't stop reading even at the books end, but the spare writing caused the story to fall short of it's potential.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1T2GJ0YNW86X9?ASIN=0439023521	Very good read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Can't wait to see the movie to see how it measures up. I couldn't put the book down, excited to start the next book!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XMF5HD3MCE8P?ASIN=0439023521	Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good book!!!!!!l u v the author vert well written I am happy to read the others I wonder what will happen n ed c.f.?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPE3ROYZ4X9CZ?ASIN=0439023521	Awsome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of the best books I have read since Twilight. I could not put it down and I can't wait to start book number two.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37478NGO6C7AR?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I rate this book a four rating.  The plot was unique and kept the readers attention.  Can't wait to read the sequel.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VLC1RHPAZ8S0?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I Couldn't put it down. This book was so enjoyable Anson look forward to reading the next two books from the series.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IWLSSXVQRWOM?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome book loved it. From how it read to me the movie was almost spot on. Great stuff!!! A must read for all ages.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10REJ1N6HS2VP?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Book has a great love story with adventure. I was glued to this book. I liked that the nook differed from the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NGPNTB7SNLGZ?ASIN=0439023521	Review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Not too sappy not too dull. Very clear cut. And beautifully written. To say it's a page turner is an understatement.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26HK1KO9GITJS?ASIN=0439023521	Good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is a Great series. My daughter really liked it and it was age appropriate. Would recommend this to anyone I know.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NMMGWK0NAUTD?ASIN=0439023521	Can't believe I waited so long!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was an excellent book &amp; I'm so mad at myself for not getting with it sooner!! Can't wait to start the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OGZU5HK03CMG?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Really enjoyed reading this. Between the suspense and the romance it kept me coming back to read more. Awesome story</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HHP5KG7W6PJS?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was, by far the best I ever read! I will definitely definitely reading the next books. Hunger games rocks!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18CGYZEZGPN1R?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I watched the movie first and the book was way better and interesting. I can't wait to read the rest of the series!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TFEQVI4H4H53?ASIN=0439023521	Good book, not much to say	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Honestly any praise I have for this book has been said, great book. Give it a read sometime when you get the chance.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JQ767225X29H?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very captivating. I can't wait to read the next one and see how the storyline continues. Very easy too read as well.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RG5Q7058L3OC9?ASIN=0439023521	Better than movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love all the details in this book!!! Couldn't get any better than this!! Hunger games is a good book and movie now!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSOREFRALSZ7M?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Even better than the movie and I didn't think that that was possible!! Great book and I can't wait to read the next!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDUUOGICQLCKU?ASIN=0439023521	GREAT	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was caught in the story by the first page.  I just couldn't put it down.  I wished there was more to it...LOVED IT</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37K4HPZ60DQ3R?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Finished it in one day, thought it was all hype and no substance but it surprised me.  Will be buying the next books</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZXJR9UHVAJKQ?ASIN=0439023521	Liked it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Addicting, highly recommend it. I read all 3 in about a week. Anyone could like it, very fast paced and an easy read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZD931XWPAM8F?ASIN=0439023521	Enjoyable and east	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Really enjoyed reading the book after seeing the movie, a must read for anyone who saw the movie.  Also an easy read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32DE85Y6QWLWR?ASIN=0439023521	Great book..	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a very addictictive book..... I can't wait to start the next one. It should be very interesting......  Thanks</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TGETSKQAQAQ5?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great  book, I am an adult and found that I couldn't put the book down. It was great from start to finish.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WL6GA74IQ1FI?ASIN=0439023521	Pretty Good Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It kept me entertained. I liked the plot and the characters were interesting. I am looking forward to the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1INTFXVZ46DCD?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is an exciting book that once you start reading it, you won't be able to put it down. Onto the next one for me.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WF9QIIG4JKOC?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was such a gripping story from beginning to end! I've recommended this book to many friends and family members!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LHQMPBS19UYS?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome:)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved reading this book!  I usually don't read much but this book I had to read it was as great as everybody said!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R317DULEJ8HEVZ?ASIN=0439023521	I recommend this book to anyone	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is intense and it has a little love twist to it which is great and a bit unexpected.<br/>Amazing book overall!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GX2C21EU89DF?ASIN=0439023521	great!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fantastic book, couldn't put it down. I read it on my Android Kindle...2 thumbs up. Can't wait to read the next two.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18KRD2EGO4UYX?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Didn't want to stop reading this book.  Like able characters and great story line.  Like nothing I have read before.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BUD634XRMNDB?ASIN=0439023521	A must read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">From beginning to end it was great. Once u start reading its not easy to put down. Recommended to all of my friends!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5TZ7A6ON5EQR?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was excellent. highly recommended for young readers who are looking for a thrill. great for fun and school</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IVJ80JBD8C0L?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book.       The ending was amazing really makes you want to read more books in The Hunger Games series.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JSRDZ3QLO7IS?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Incredible and captivating!<br/>Could not break away from reading it, spent over 3 hours hooked on it at one point!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JKJZ3ZEQH882?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great Book, and very unusual. Now that I've read the first book in the series, I will definitely read the other two.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2408LLZ6GQJ5F?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved every second of it.  so many emotions to go through while reading it. One moment Iwas angry the next elated.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YRN8KSCVQES5?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">That was one of the best books ive ever read. i couldnt put it down. im thrilled with the whole concept of the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3256JY7W3IWN4?ASIN=0439023521	Review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very good well worth reading, very well worth it, you will enjoy reading it, and looking forward to “catching fire“.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29F4WCFCZA3AS?ASIN=0439023521	Keeps your interest through whole story.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">very good book. got your attention and kept throughout the whole book. recommended it to everyone i know. good read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSQC4JXZO3ZSX?ASIN=0439023521	great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it! so much better then the movie. didnt think it would be a good read but it turned out to be quite enjoyable</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1S3VSVZ5DTAYH?ASIN=0439023521	Love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Third time reading this book.  Still love it.  Waiting to read Mocking Jay before the movie comes out.  Cannot wait.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R327KN8DWCZT58?ASIN=0439023521	excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">it is an awesome product!! it was a great transaction!! it was a very quick and easy to download. i am ver satisfied</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JXZO56PX24E1?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read all three! Great books! Easy read that you can't put down!  Highly recommend!  Great mix of action and romance.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZRZC5QDYEBLR?ASIN=0439023521	So much better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Engaging, exciting adventure that also has a heavy hand in social and political matters. Read it before you see it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PWCQ3HSQELV7?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">That's all I have to say agent this book! GREAT READING, totally recommend it to anyone that enjoys a good reading.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13ANMB5OULFRL?ASIN=0439023521	I really enjoyed reading Hunger Games and can't wait to dive into ...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed reading Hunger Games and can't wait to dive into Catching Fire. Suzanne Collins is a great writer.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQ3N5D0QT0YIA?ASIN=0439023521	catchy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Although imaginary but couldn't put the book away looking forward to the second book to read and maybe to the third</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2O87Y08E6Z6RY?ASIN=0439023521	ERMERZANG	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was emerzang and I loved eet it was pretty good and the romance stuff wasn't too bad I c poo silent stop reading</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQ3P80X8SDBWT?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent book. The story is constantly drawing you in to learn more about the games, everyone will enjoy this book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JWKQJ5F718RQ?ASIN=0439023521	great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I usually don't read such fantastical books but this has me hooked!  About to go on to read the rest of the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HG2JQBIKLTIU?ASIN=0439023521	Luv it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best book ever and I highly recommend it especially for higher leveled readers. I can't wait to read the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18WG7CSJ0VM7C?ASIN=0439023521	A Great Piece	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wonderful book! Great plot and a wonderful ending. Katniss slayed all over town! You go girl! Yes represent boo boo</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZ9V4E1YYEE2E?ASIN=0439023521	loved it!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love it, one of my favorite books!., i was hooked up with the story and Beautiful Peta got me reading to the end!.,</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/REBO1OXPFGQOE?ASIN=0439023521	Great series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Went to see the movie after I read the book.  Looking forward to the next book in the series to continue the story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OC4FD34S0GEX?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Reading the book after watching the movie explained a lot. Worth the time. I look forward to reading the next book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BEH8HGPU7QAN?ASIN=0439023521	Gripping	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">From start to finish it was totally captivating.  Don't watch the DVD if you read the book, you'll be disappointed.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1S4MCPX4PR8V5?ASIN=0439023521	good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good book, it was a little disturbing, but over all very detailed and unique. Im now going to read the second book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGPAARD26C6DO?ASIN=0439023521	Great reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent story, good for all ages. Helps to show the danger of a government having to much power over it's people.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2T62U1BKCOETO?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome :)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Seen the movie. Not please with it. The book really is much better. Not sure if I'll reread. But I enjoyed the read</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZNYQO271H773?ASIN=0439023521	Awsome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I think this book was awsome I love the romance and all the drama at the end. I think everyone should Dr read this.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RS9SWJXG7ADZ?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games is a great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am re-reading the series after seeing the movies.  The books are all very well written and I love the characters!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SJ9OBIHKXXML?ASIN=0439023521	A little slow at first but then hard to put down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the story once the Games started. Good book and I cannot wait to read the second story. I love the romance.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21DFEEG21DOVH?ASIN=0439023521	COOL	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So Awesome loved bees and mockingjay and Peeta and kinda gross but COOL;) :) :3 =) ;? # cool<br/><br/>Need to Get</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29UPX5CF6KM6K?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Really glad I finally broke down and started the series! Couldn't put it down and can't wait to read the next one!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2USEWP3NO7OGP?ASIN=0439023521	i love this book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's been a while since I finished a book &amp; I'm glad I came along with this book. Worth the time &amp; entertainment :)</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30KDG1STIVTY?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne is so gifted.This book both injected me with love and excitement.I can not as not wait for catching fire!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IIAV32JI8Z9W?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Collins is a great writer. I enjoyed this book and all in the series. Very thought provoking and well worth a read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2S47TQ6EO7XTQ?ASIN=0439023521	Christmas Present	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Purchased for a young family member. She has already read the books, but loved them so much she wanted to own them.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTBIMG2JK7IG6?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I started crying when this book was over it is amazing I will totally get the other 2 books. 2 thumbs up to Suzanne</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNUHBIMBBLUIO?ASIN=0439023521	Great read, better than expected!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Bought the book for my husband but ended up reading it myself.  Reads so quick, I'm ready to read it again already!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LLPMQKHAQ6R4?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved it. The intensity and feeling behind  it always gets to me. How gripping it is when the unexpected happens.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2V887ZYZYQYAD?ASIN=0439023521	Great book, could not put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very good plot, fast read. Not predictable, and hard to put down until I finished. Off to read the other two books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TX8151PI9POS?ASIN=0439023521	well writen book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Some parts of the book went to far on the story....it is another cruel world...compiting with what we live each day</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KYQ64UW9EW7Y?ASIN=0439023521	HUNGER GAME GAMES BOOK 1	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">THIS IS A VERY CLEVER BOOK. HAVE ALSO READ #2 AND #3.<br/>WOULD RECOMMEND.<br/>CAN'T WAIT FOR NUMBER 4 TO ARRIVE.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2H25CUMPKQDWJ?ASIN=0439023521	EXCEPTIONAL	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i READ THE BOOK IN A FEW DAYS. WAITING THE MONTH TO BORROW THE NEXT BOOK WAS TO LONG.<br/>LOVE THE AUTHOR<br/>RMC</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MJ1MXJ69E1J?ASIN=0439023521	Holds my attention	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this for my book club. I thought it was written for teens. It completely held my attention all the way thru.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31O6X0HYEOWBM?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved it!!! Can't wait to start the next one and see what happens next!!!  So much better than the movie, by far!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30STPEU1PV012?ASIN=0439023521	ravensbrew	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Why did I wait so long? This is the best book I have read in a long time. Read it in 4 days. Could not put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2W8DOS4PG257J?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very good read. Hard to put down. Kept my attention from the first page. Looking forward to starting the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18HMS69P5224L?ASIN=0439023521	Scary fantasy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A wonderful read. And scary.the characters and the settings come alive in your mind. A book for all ages. Loved it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10DZRCYR9B65B?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is amazing. It has something for everyone. With the action and the romance, it is the best of both worlds</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YYIXR91L79V7?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book. Author had a great imagination, very detailed. Lined it much better than the movie. An easy read series</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZL2E19N13LBZ?ASIN=0439023521	THE HYPE!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book lived up to the hype of the masses! Excuse me while I download the second book! I couldn't put this down!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2J3JZK1XJJBU2?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent reading could not put it down. Can't wait to start the other one,very exciting and love Peeta and Katniss</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2T82DBOTUWDDB?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Cannot wait to watch the movie.  The book kept my interest 100 percent of the time.  Highly recommended for adults.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMDSUHCC0R8UA?ASIN=0439023521	What's next for Katniss & Peeta?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Looking forward to the next chapter in this series. Hope it's as good as the Twilight saga, which I love love love!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UVD0U9ZKHPZL?ASIN=0439023521	Hi	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book! loved the romance and fighting. well righten. Can't wait to read the other books! :) u should read them</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NN6FD1G6D6LA?ASIN=0439023521	Okay Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I got bored really easily and I just didn't like it. I felt like the plot was pointless and I didn't like the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NJKRCWU9WSMG?ASIN=0439023521	Saw the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After seeing the movie I decided to read the books. I really liked the details that were not included in the movie.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RH3XSA4I6RBSN?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am not a reader but I loved this book. It made me keep reading and now I know what people have been raging about.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YSNLIQ52QU4G?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I personally loved all the action and adventurer.<br/>I loved this book and you will too so read it!!!!!!!<br/>:)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SVQV7IURDVNF?ASIN=0439023521	Love	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Usually don't like this type of book but fell in love and fully engaged from the beginning. Must read for all ages.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKPC0V6WR04RM?ASIN=0439023521	Recommend	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I highly recommend these books.  I only read the first one but from what I understand it is the best of the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2R3BHAJXGFJJ1?ASIN=0439023521	Just breath taking	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book it is such a mystery and a fight at the same time I just love you can get scared and be surprised.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R325FRUZXH69PT?ASIN=0439023521	Second time read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read through the whole series once and now I'm starting again. Just as good, if not better the second time through!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KQF120BYNWJZ?ASIN=0439023521	Enjoyed a amazing story line.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is full of imagination and never ending excitement...I loved all the details felt like I was right there.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLK9CRD65M5KY?ASIN=0439023521	Love this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book, I highly recommend to every one. The whole series is good. I'm excited for the second movie to come out</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LVPTTRHGB3CR?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I did not want to put it down. A very well written book. Looking forward to the second book to see where things go.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TOLYO3TVOFAR?ASIN=0439023521	Better love story than any movie could pull together	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the book so much more then the movie. Katniss is such a strong young girl that you can't help but love her.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RG2PTSM1MTTX1?ASIN=0439023521	Great!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing! I loved it, great story and has a lot of cool twists and turns! Highly recommended to readers of all ages.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RZUOV1NI6VTC?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love it!!!  it was really good and addicting.  I couldn't stop reading it.  I can't wait to read the next book!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TQMNGPTSOWM3?ASIN=0439023521	SO good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was Amazing. I literally Couldn't put it down. Didn't want it to end and can't wait to read the next book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36MGO7QVS4E3B?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book! I couldn't put it down and finished it in two days (it would've been sooner if I didn't have children)!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VXQXTM1EOZUT?ASIN=0439023521	Great e-book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is easy to read and understand it well.  I read it before watched the movie.  It is a good and interesting book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NOHU6D5UWBF7?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was amazing. It really got me wondering what was going to happen next.I can't wait to read the next book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3S7FVJ1ZWHTLS?ASIN=0439023521	Wow!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Such an amazing book! Couldn't put it down! Felt like I was in the story! Suzanne Collins is such an amazing author</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R229OUM4XE2XYP?ASIN=0439023521	THE HUNGER GAMES	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">ONCE I STARTED TO READ THIS BOOK, I COULD NOT PUT IT DOWN.<br/>I WOULD RECOMMEND  ""THE HUNGER GAMES""  TO EVERYONE.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3N0YLLPGKCSQR?ASIN=0439023521	Page turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it couldn't put the book down.  Can't wait to start the next book very gripping story line. Love story hidden</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2O6IONK6VRA1Q?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put the book down. I'm not a fan of reading but the book hooked me in. Now ready to read the other books</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCSDBBVUYAYY1?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was great at keeping my attention most of the time. Some parts were slow for me. All in all it was well written.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3O0JLMWXZZMNR?ASIN=0439023521	GrEAT	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put it down! Way better than the movie! I would definitely recommend this book to anyone a and everyone!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RA3CFPF369T49?ASIN=0439023521	Great Story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great plot, and I can't wait to see what's to come ok in catching fire, book two! I hope Peeta and Katniss make it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROXOI92PP0ZVL?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is fast paced action! You can't put it down. Can't wait to read book 2!  The ending keeps u guessing....Loved it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROKX3ZIQOHDG5?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Really enjoyed reading this. Now I want to watch the movie! The end left me hanging enough to read book number two!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29XHV91BZC9A1?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I think it was a great book and it really showed fantastic detail and painted a fantastic picture in my mind's eye.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CATTG3ZKR9FE?ASIN=0439023521	Goods minor probs	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">was good but could be a little more districtive on the characters and their personality but all in all it was great</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZ0ESQ2W3VAI1?ASIN=0439023521	Diane	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Could not put it down. Can not wait to read the other two books in the series. I recommend it for everyone to read.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18BSD0JMJEFTK?ASIN=0439023521	Paperback	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book doesn't seem to hold my interest like the movie might.  It may be more suited for someone younger than I.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VN1YYOPZMNZJ?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I made the mistake of watching  the movie first. But the book blows away the movie. Hands down best in a long time.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39ZO92YRM1RKG?ASIN=0439023521	Love	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't help but to love this book, had me going from day one. Intriguing , vivid imagery and a well plot scheme</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22QRRABNL44L8?ASIN=0439023521	Still captivating	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I stayed up two nights reading it just like the first time I read it. Suzanne Collins made some kind of magic here.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2T8OA5VY6BK2F?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I would recommend this book for anyone. It was action packed, romantic, and enthralling. One of the best I've read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UMPQKIAT85YH?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love this book. Can't wait to read the second book and the third. The hunger games is now one of my favorite books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RB1B2ZHWZARQ?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Simply amazing. From 4pm to 2:30am I did not put my Kindle down!! I've already downloaded the second book. Amazing.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35ODMFHMAQPV5?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Could not put this book down, read it in 2 days! Only complaint is that it ended to soon. I can't wait to read more</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RAYRFYWQKTPDC?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book!  I read every one in the series and found them to be entertaining.  Try them yourself and you will see.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35BUKGGXLKCGK?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was simple, satisfying, and entertaining . I most definitely recommend it to those who enjoy a good plot.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QWZEYQ1AV0TH?ASIN=0439023521	Absolutely amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is such a thriller! Collins really keeps you going until the very end. I can't wait to read the next one!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Q8698SR8ZDHS?ASIN=0439023521	Thanks!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My granddaughter needed this book for a class, and being able to find and order it saved a lot of running all over!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29X7X0HUMDOPC?ASIN=0439023521	Auesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Really good book to read in any location.. great for all ages.. I love the hunger games and cant wait to read more.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FSWPYZT1YNNT?ASIN=0439023521	A Good Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't put it down. Very easy to read and highly visual. I felt like I was in the arena with Katniss.  Well done.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMD5FK9375XQ0?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fantastic start to one of the best book series I've ever read.if you haven't read it. Read it. You won't regret it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2P2RP5JYM184S?ASIN=0439023521	awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was purchased for my daughter, but I couldn't put it down.  Cannot wait to read the new adult book by Collins.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2T0769GPVR52L?ASIN=0439023521	great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">so well written, so creative, nice characters, couldn't stop reading it. loved it since the first book to the last.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38BFBAO08N11G?ASIN=0439023521	"Not my favorite kind of ""fun"""	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have trouble with people being used as pawns for others. Even tho I read all three books, I wouldn't buy another.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3A4NWEOURQ4R2?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could hardly put it down! Such a unique story, characters and the idea of the future. I'm ready for Catching Fire</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RA7IOX2CT078N?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie, it was exciting to read and included details crucial to the story the movie simply left out.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was amazing. Best time spent reading a book in a long time. I definitely recommend it anytime of the week!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2V2MAP93HHK5C?ASIN=0439023521	good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">a couple more chapters of background would have been nice. if you are a fan of the genra you will enjoy this story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROF82PZV8J1QO?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Can't wait to read the rest of the series, I have a feeling I will be glad I read the book before seeing the movie.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2F5V31AECYZ0V?ASIN=0439023521	one of the best books you'll read this year!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is the definition of a page turner! I really became invested in the love story between katniss and peeta.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RQ0ZBFZMCFSU?ASIN=0439023521	movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I watched the movie first and..... wow this was an amazing book. So hard to put down, I was even dreaming about it.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30EUGVGBIITPA?ASIN=0439023521	Why did I wait so long?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What a great book. It reads so quick, the story is constantly moving from the start to the end. Ready for book two.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MAFEF00AIQ8N?ASIN=0439023521	Great review! Let's read more!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I chose this rating because I liked this book. I would tell all my friends to read. Very anxious to read next book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38OS1YR0TS90R?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A great, fast read that keeps you guessing and hoping. Can't wait to continue to the next one.  I highly recommend.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IVAJ1Z44QGVM?ASIN=0439023521	Great for young readers itching for an intriguing story.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins has done it again a great plot and it has been absolutely amazing I reccomend this book for anyone.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R269KNY5NGBP67?ASIN=0439023521	Far better than the movie!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Even though I read it after seeing the movie, this book surprised me. Really awesome, cant wait to read the others.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RET5UI5I4VJW?ASIN=0439023521	Nail Bitting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Edge of your seat excitement. twist and turns around every corner.Can't wait to read the next two books. I loved it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NEF1D5J7NVXQ?ASIN=0439023521	A very good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a good book much different than what I normally read. I would recommend it to anyone who enjoys reality TV.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20MR5N20G06B4?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book. Very heart wrenching that leaves the reader wanting to continue to the next chapter. The book was GREAT</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCPEOV47C88QV?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent story a real page turner!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought it was a great story that has an excellent message about war and violence that made want to keep readjng.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFMGPGXVS3G9?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games Book One	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was a very good and easy read! The action keeps you glued to the book almost not letting you put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCSI5A8GVWEPI?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not stop reading it evn during school i would hide it under my desk so that i didnt have to stop reading it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGEYCEVU65BMH?ASIN=0439023521	Hgufuufjfufuc	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">it was very good read it was nothing like the hunger games but mostly death i hate this book but i love dragonballz</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RV6TPXP22CPE3?ASIN=0439023521	It's the best!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this in two days because I could not put it down. The best book I have read by far. Suggest you do the same.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33FB7NNEIGAW3?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the book!  It took me very little time to read, as there wasn't a dull moment. I would definetly recommend!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BKQX4TM57TSD?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic book for young readers and parents alike.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Ok so i have to admit that i purchased this book for my daughter not knowing anything about other than it had a  great rating. The book arrived promptly(within two days).<br/>My 11 year at first was not into the idea of this book, but upon some persuasion she started reading it. She cannot stop talking about the book. She is excited every night when its time to read and cant wait to finish so she can start the next book in the series.<br/><br/>I have downloaded the whole series on my kindle so i can read along with her. I was pleasantly surprised and really loved the series. Katniss is a wonderful strong female character.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4GXCY7KQXGV8?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book. Can't say anything more than what other reviewers have already written. I enjoyed the other books too!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35MWC7G7QLPRW?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The writer was so descriptive and it felt like I was in the arena actually watching the games spread out before me</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10BWF13WPHU0S?ASIN=0439023521	I loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is so much more detailed that the movie. It sucks you in with all of its love, sorrow, and action. I love this!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WZCVPAR2SRXV?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of my favorite books. Definitely will recommend this book to others. Can't wait to read the rest of the books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31IQSTPRFI5M1?ASIN=0439023521	not what I expected! surprisingly amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I never thought the hunger games would be my cup of tea, I was so wrong.. I fell in love with the book immediately</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1T9ADX8LMQS1V?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Just awesome.<br/>Eighteen more words are required. So I guess this will have to do. Why on earth eighteen words?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLA138H9BGM0R?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed the book it was better than the movie.I can't wait to read Catching Fire.I recommend the book to anyone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBE8O6F62HXQT?ASIN=0439023521	I loved the text..Not too happy about Condition.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Not as great a condition I thought I should be in, as it was advertised as better. You can still read it though...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PGBGK3S1ZTQW?ASIN=0439023521	Enjoyed reading the first book of this trilogy even though ...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Enjoyed reading the first book of this trilogy even though I read it after the excitement of the books and movies.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16XZ19J9M1BKR?ASIN=0439023521	great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book!<br/>It was a fast read. Read them all. Wish there were more books in the series.  Watching movies now</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27AO5E2PDM1AD?ASIN=0439023521	love it!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome. Such a good book!!!!! Please, for my sake, read it. But also be warned that it is a little inappropriate.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FFR6ADNHU2IN?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The plot was simple but riveting and I loved the suspenseful  ending.  I recommend this book for teens and adults.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQ19EVWSBJOFW?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved it!!!!! Not like the movie. But it will do. I'm glad I watched the movie first. Can't wait for the finale.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROSWQSYC6GWF8?ASIN=0439023521	LOVE IT	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A really great read! Better than the movie BY FAR. But as they say you should never judge a book by it's movie ;-)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVH6E52R1RBEU?ASIN=0439023521	awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">funny sad thrilling tear jerking awesome book<br/>thia is now my ne  favorite book wow just flat out awesome word</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Y8XFWAGLM2K1?ASIN=0439023521	AWESOME	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book is awesome for older kids. I think everyone will love love love it. you should definitely read this book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROL76L30RMGYF?ASIN=0439023521	Okay	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">With all the buzz and the movie I thought I should read it.  It is okay, hope the other 2 books are more engaging.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CJWH12BO3A84?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games rating	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">BEST. BOOK. EVER. READ IT NOW BECAUSE IT'S SO WONDERFUL I CAN'T EVEN. JUST PICK UP THE BOOK AND START READING NOW.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NMKG2JI8DU6N?ASIN=0439023521	I love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I cried and laughed and this was easily one of my favorite books and am going to start reading the next right away</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37RBC8U9JEI8D?ASIN=0439023521	Yup	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good book dachshund ha vs ha misjudged vs dachshund Hz dachshund hunted Ruth embryo rather the skin every kWh over</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2F686LPAOJ5DZ?ASIN=0439023521	New fan	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Had no idea this book was this great. Purposely held out on seeing the movies until I've read the books. Loved it.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RW1IVWPHLIS28?ASIN=0439023521	Blub	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was my favorite book this year and so was Powerless great ending but I didn't like the part where Cato suffered</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R118O0653EJ196?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Enjoyed this very much and recommend to anyone looking for a good read.  Haven't seen the movie but love the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GLGSUUZ2UHT0?ASIN=0439023521	Katniss everdeen fights for life or death for her sister Primrose.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this is a remarkable book . it has everything from comedy to romance to action. I prefer reading the hunger games.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3T6YPN9FJ68T1?ASIN=0439023521	great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">At first I didn't know if I would like it. the more I read, the better it got. now onto the next one. I am hooked.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZRL0QJPVFH1A?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love the story because of the survival and romance and everything in between I can't wait to read Catching Fire!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NP4PL3XD2U1O?ASIN=0439023521	It was ok	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">There were spots on the cover that looked like spots of food or something. The book itself was in great condition.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BOAEC80TD3NC?ASIN=0439023521	Excelent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent<br/><br/>It was like I was in the book it's amazing thank you for writing this book!  It was the best!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHF7UZHIZ16JU?ASIN=0439023521	Very Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Lots of action and suspenseful.  The book went well with the movie. Can't wait to read the following book.  Thanks</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTIQNKNEDHGQG?ASIN=0439023521	great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">it took long to convince me to read it, but I am so glad I did. great book, and highly recommend the whole trilogy</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LJKSQY7OO6FG?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't be happier, this was a great buy at a great price. This book is amazing, I have read it more than once.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PUEAVGFCXV93?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book it's full of adventure and a little bit of violence.<br/>Kept me busy in the car and at school.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9YYTVCAI4IR9?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a very powerful book; I enjoyed it<br/>Very sad but it isn't exactly about killing its about a revolution</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVV73648ZHLB9?ASIN=0439023521	Wow!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of the best books I have ever read! It keeps you completely engaged and wanting to know what will happen next.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MWVTWZLJI1W3?ASIN=0439023521	Love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am so glad I ordered this product at such a reasonable price..  I saved a lot, and it was well worth it.. Thanks</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PWTK5MP720ZT?ASIN=0439023521	Different	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is different than anything I have read before. I enjoyed it. Worth taking the time to read. Ready for book 2.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1E1WMMOQ7XQS4?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't set it down when I started reading it!! I can't wait to finish the series! Enjoyable and exciting!! :-)</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3I7V99SCE41UD?ASIN=0439023521	A great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The hunger games was a great books little kid should not read it but lots of people can. It was a really good book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1K5RW0GXP6F6G?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it always left you wanting more.  Great book to read.<br/>In some ways the book seemed too real. Write more</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2A3OFZJSNGJAK?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I play minecraft  hunger games and I wanted to read the book,and I loved it.<br/> I'll read the second book soon!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25KZM21RX2OCU?ASIN=0439023521	AWESOME	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing book  so sad when rue dies interesting the whole way through especially when peeta ends up with a fake leg</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WRT8SL3VAQ0I?ASIN=0439023521	Enjoyable	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Found this to be a great book. I liked the love story between the two characters.  Now I want to read all of them!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TSMA3TVEQ5UI?ASIN=0439023521	Great Story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was impressed with the story and character development. I read a lot and this one will definitely be remembered.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUD0OGSY1H0BT?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great storyline.  The literature itself is a pretty easy read, however I would recommend this book to a friend.  s</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMBFZFGTRJEKU?ASIN=0439023521	We love it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great writing by Suzanne Collins.  Mom enjoyed reading them as much as the kids did.  Easy to share on the kindle.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RHXV3P8FI5I6?ASIN=0439023521	Love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love the book.  Katniss is definitely a very strong spirited and brave character. THIS IS BETTER THAN THE MOVIE!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Y4RL629VO8JV?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was apprehensive, but this delivered. I couldn't put it down!! On to the next book in the series!! I can't wait!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18QN57S0LCM8S?ASIN=0439023521	Surprised I liked it.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I generally don't read books like this but after I read the first chapter I was hooked. Ready to read the next one</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZTKRT6812KSM?ASIN=0439023521	Great read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great story. You are never sure what is going to happen. I loved the subplot love story between Peers and Katniss.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VIX8THM90I8T?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Edge of your seat the whole time. Fantastic!!! I can hardly wait for the next book. I will be reading it for sure.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFGNEAJBD01PK?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A powerful book. Best book I ever read. Its very funny, but shows the emotion from each character. Simply amazing.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGCIY17GC1SBY?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book Series!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Super awesome book! Couldn't put it down, it was so engrossing. I read the whole series over Xmas break last year!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SVW68O9ELPRY?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Quick read. Story makes you care for the main characters. Enjoyed it. Cannot wait to read the rest of the trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXO5CZYBV68OB?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was so awesome, and there was never a dull moment. Good from the start kept me captivated the whole time</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TJB6KV2UN0B0?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent book, first on my kindle. Enjoyed it very much. I look forward to purchasing the second and third books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R466TYONJ7U1V?ASIN=0439023521	amazing!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">the hunger games was so suspenseful and a great read!! i recommend it to everyone!! you must read it immediately!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RX6SN7CEUM4CI?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Such  a great book<br/>Way better than the movie<br/>The review is making me write more words for the word count</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R289I1SKBLDWW1?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Kept me from many hours of sleep. Hard to put down. Bring on the next book!!!!<br/>Suzanne, you are phenomenal!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RW2A1V8FTLR78?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed the book and liked the character development of Katniss and Peeta but I also felt something was missing.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YJS9AM9M79A2?ASIN=0439023521	Five stars in my opinion	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Cool cool cool cool cool cool cool cool cool cool cool cool cool cool cool cool and cool so cool love it<br/>Love</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Q33GOPYPHXM7?ASIN=0439023521	Gripping.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Extremely hard to put down. I'm not sure what else to say about it. Good read, for sure. Definitely worth reading.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15YSLD88HIEQ4?ASIN=0439023521	Young adult	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Once I started reading I had to finish. I am going to have to read the rest of the series and maybe see the movie.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DZDZY9MHO7DD?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It had a bit of a slow start but i am eager to start book 2!!  The love story helped keep me extremely interested!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DDASMNAQKHYY?ASIN=0439023521	Too good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Exquisitely written and amazingly exciting to read. I finished it in three days! Can't wait to start the next one!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRHYNPB92FUB?ASIN=0439023521	Riveting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book isn't just for teens! It was hard to put down. There was lots of suspense and the potential for romance.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IAP0A1XL2IL3?ASIN=0439023521	Good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book, Definitely will keep you on your toes. Must read book. Couldn't put it down worth the purchase.  Great</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLGV0A3QUMJE2?ASIN=0439023521	Want to see the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Driving story line keeps you riveted until the last scene. Wished for a family homecoming with those back at home.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R90SVCARUR6PX?ASIN=0439023521	Suspenseful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't often read teen books, but enjoyed this one and will probably read the next one. Good characters and plot.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25CWB8ZI4G34Z?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book I would recommend this book for anyone to enjoy. Including adults who enjoy a good action packed story.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RN3FWP6DSASJ?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the book. I saw the movie first and then read this and it was an amazing read. Can't wait to read the next</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TUQFCNC9BRVR?ASIN=0439023521	Good Movie Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I watched the movie first which kind of spoiled it; but all in all a great read. Can't wait to read the next books</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OTVLERVMKTQL?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I JUST LOVE THESE BOOKS AND I DONT KNOW WHAT TO SAY THEYRE JUST SO GOOD AND EVERY LIVING PERSON MUST READ THEM NOW</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TZFOU8ZY12QH?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was the coolest book I've ever read. I really enjoyed the hunger games. Written by the outrageous Susan Collins</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RS8VW42MHCNUJ?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good read. Enjoyed this book very much. Will be reading the others too.<br/>Ham and cheese makes a good sandwich.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R276BFTBJHRGLM?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it!!!! I cannot wait to read the other books!!!! I certainly hope the other books can be borrowed as well!!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JNCWQ33W2RQ8?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">You have to read all three books.  They are very easy to read, engrossing and hard to put down.  I loved them all.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RH33VU8P68LVH?ASIN=0439023521	Mesmerizing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put it down.  Just the right amount of tension and<br/>am glad there are sequels because  l am hooked.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6JUZ2SC1X3MZ?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was amazing! I couldn't stop reading!!! I hope there will be many many more past Catching Fire and Mockingjay!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SM41DFCR2YT6?ASIN=0439023521	Don't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book so much.  I recommend it to everyone.  I can't wait to read the next one.  Don't end the series.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3R8BTYIFLEL6R?ASIN=0439023521	Very good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Sincerely enjoyable. Very exciting and hard to put down. Keeps you intrigued the whole way though. Glad I read it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32C3DQ95KI47W?ASIN=0439023521	great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It really surprises me how different movie is from this book. i enjoyed this book and am going to book number two.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35YTM667I9XKX?ASIN=0439023521	A Must Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't put it down! I can't wait to complete the series. I also now have the urge to pursue survival training...</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HJ2U9T6VXDUH?ASIN=0439023521	Great series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great series but it gets better at book two but youi need to read this book to get the lay of the series</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1N5HWW3ILET7?ASIN=0439023521	Captivating!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this entire book in one day. I can't wait to read the rest of them. I now know what the hype was all about.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ALRJL63KBINH?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent! Can't wait to dig into the next two! I was surprised the movie had stayed so close to the book as well.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMKN1ZGUWKKVZ?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great book for the tweens and adults. Suzanne Collins is a wonderful writter! Bought this for my Kindle.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMGYK8MXMLG3V?ASIN=0439023521	Movie then book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I literally could not put this down and I saw the movie first so knew what was going to happen. Fantastic writing!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UFAGF70ILS1H?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Shocked by the ending. Makes me want to run to get the next book. I definitely would tell other to read this book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2890ZFODPZT85?ASIN=0439023521	wonderful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">awesome series! it held my interest the whole time, could not wait to turn the page to see what would happen next.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2C8KQ34S3A0O5?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put the book down! I took it out to dinner and read it underneath the table. It's an absolute thriller!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13WGOLY8LAQ1K?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't put it down.  Read cover to cover and it was intense.  I am already downloading the 2nd book to continue!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SO7VJWAL6OXI?ASIN=0439023521	Addicted	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am addicted to this book!  I had to read the others once I finished this one!  I read it within a day!!! !!! !!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R51QLLC08J1H2?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This has got to be one of the best books I've ever read!! I couldn't put it down! Can't wait to read the next one!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YW8P8JIF6R21?ASIN=0439023521	Hard to put the book down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was action packed from beginning to end. A good book for males or females. Definitely reading the next 2</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RN5Y3D0DZ2ILT?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I honestly loved this book.the series is fantastic and I cannot wait until all the movies come out. Simply amazing</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3S7W9I8PHOM0F?ASIN=0439023521	Breathtaking	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I chose this book because it has everything from love to hate truly this is an awsome book I know you will love it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12IKW9UEDE9DO?ASIN=0439023521	Interesting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book kept my attention! Couldn't put it down!<br/><br/>Can't wait to read the next two books in the series!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TQ5Z60QRHM50?ASIN=0439023521	Love the book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It downloaded really fast. And it has page numbers which I like a lot because kindle does not and that is annoying</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SURRCHMOTTOW?ASIN=0439023521	better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book has a lot more going on behind the scenes than the movie does. And it really works to pull the reader in</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R343B7QMBVIZ2E?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a great book...way better than the movie!    I cant wait to read part two !  I would recommend this book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2EP6UCEE6EN7P?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent  book with wonderful twists and turns you would never expect. cannot wait to read the next two books! :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVW206CZFBO19?ASIN=0439023521	Enjoyable!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed the book a lot. It caught me from the begining! I want to keep on reading so I boughtthe second already.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLZIQ498HQFXK?ASIN=0439023521	great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was great! I loved all of it,  very detailed. I recommend this book to anyone looking for a great story!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18PKMCYHXQ3S9?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved The Hunger Games. It's amazing! Her other books are good too. Suzanne Collins you're the best author ever!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CHJJL6O3GTCP?ASIN=0439023521	One Star	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Too commercial for my tastes. I wasn't keen about the characters or the plot.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AWEPQ2IUD1VH?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it !!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I choose 5stars because,I loved the book it was filled with action and adventure, anyways, it was an amazing book</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RJFFFLSV2OMA?ASIN=0439023521	Very entertaining	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A fast paced page turner. Strong female lead. Kept my interest until suddenly it was all over. Glad there's more.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XDI5G0K3DB04?ASIN=0439023521	That was so good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the book!!<br/>It was so easy to understand and so thrilling!!!<br/>I so want to read the second book!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LG51H35XU9CO?ASIN=0439023521	Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's an amazing book I do recommend reading it! Also read the whole series I am and so far the series is aweosme!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPXZW04GB3Y3E?ASIN=0439023521	excellent read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed this book and was able to make some great comparisons to world events today. Way better than the movie!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TQJ3XQSPEOD7?ASIN=0439023521	loved it.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I can never seem to put it down once I start reading. This was the second time I read it. My son enjoyed it also.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21ENE8EAZSOEB?ASIN=0439023521	I liked this book. It was intreging.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book. I told me to keep reading. Keep exploring. I loved this book because the book was interesting.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3W5DQJABMOSGL?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book all the action and the cliff hanger making you read on and it had the perfect amount of romance</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R133MTRBFNAD3M?ASIN=0439023521	Wow!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I can't wait to read the rest of the story. I've stayed away from seeing any of the movies and I'm so glad I did.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JKYCZUP5R8NX?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent Story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book is so much better than the movie,very descriptive and pulsating story. Can't wait to read the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RL1WGZ91EW7WZ?ASIN=0439023521	Did not read this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I did not read this book but don't know how to get around this feature. Don't know what else to do but to submit.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RAC1IOPHEJWUU?ASIN=0439023521	love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved the storyline and I look forward to the next books.  Thanks to my grandson for introducing this story to me</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2T8408WO6RU7O?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is violent, but in the end it works out fine. I really really REALLY am going to enjoy the next 2 Hunger Games</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3EVZZQGAT75HE?ASIN=0439023521	love coming back to this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's amazing. I just love coming back to this series. I always notice something I missed the last time I read it.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29O0XZJTXVSKG?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not stop reading after the first sentence! I love the hunger games series!! The best series in the world!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XX4ZGCBOEBNG?ASIN=0439023521	great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Some differences from the movie but still a very enjoyable read. Can't wait to read the next book in the trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFOZKA79CMOYQ?ASIN=0439023521	Love it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love this book and I am glad I got it. Amazing concept of the United States after some disaster, makes you think.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33ERFJ8JPGH31?ASIN=0439023521	awesome!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Such a good book. My daughters are reading it now. They are 10 years old but I think it is suitable for their age</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1K2GNPJ7PY4J7?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Unbelievably amazing it is the best book I ever read<br/>This book is amazing and I can't wait for the next book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26J28U23TSMQ6?ASIN=0439023521	awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome book!<br/>Took me only a day to read.... Loved the movies and can't wait to read the rest of the series!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WY8VZHVXCELS?ASIN=0439023521	great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was smooth. Sometimes action can be boring but she does it right. Finding the characters easy to follow.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3V8QO6PSF813W?ASIN=0439023521	awesome series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read, highly recommend to others looking to get lost in a book! Again great series and good movies as well.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCG0BG1HMRFA6?ASIN=0439023521	great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great read! Great for all ages! It's an edge of your seat thriller with nonstop action! Happy customer!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDI67C9DQ21O2?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book has interesting characters, and the author keeps twisting the plot.  I didn't want to put the book down.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30WMTLQ7RVQSW?ASIN=0439023521	amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">An amazing story that tells a story of a teenage girl in a horrible situation still trying to figure herself out.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3R4ABGQ9UZTV7?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was captivating, gut-wrenching, and I could not stop until the end. I can't wait to read the next installment!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JO4JZFBBP5AT?ASIN=0439023521	Good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">a really good book to read! I recommend it to anyone who likes to read!!! I love this book I almost read it twice</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33EWC59IWTHL0?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing!<br/>I couldn't put it down, I would recommend to anyone. You'll be hooked in an instant, I promise you!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PQU3IESSYVS3?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing story. Couldn't put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The story line is a very courageous one. How children take the brunt of adult errors and egos. Great imagination!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2EXEJCBKBF43P?ASIN=0439023521	awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love this book defiantly deserves 5 stars. It's even better then the movie and I can't wait to read the next book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27IJ7JILV77ND?ASIN=0439023521	a great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Grips you from the beginning to the end in a tight hug of emotions!  Keeps you pleading for more page after page!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3S1HLWIKY8JU3?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great awesome a lot of tense moments and Romantic moments and a lot if sad moments confusing but not in a bad way</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AQWL528J2IIQ?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesomeness book in the world<br/>If u don't read it then you have no swag<br/>Make sure u read the hole series</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPK24FITFM4L3?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A must read.<br/>Best book on book store by far.<br/>Way more detail than movie.<br/>Promise you will love it.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R380AR3DCNQGUF?ASIN=0439023521	GREAT	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed the depression era feel with grit of Naziism and survival. The movie is great as well, I was surprised.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21FCUUYBDW7K7?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love it! Sad it has to end. Very exciting and thrilling. Good book to read. Scholastic level z. Good book overall</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HMBZ6P48RRXB?ASIN=0439023521	Scary	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It makes you think of a world without peace or law. Sometimes it makes you feel like you are living in this world</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GH5AHC4VYM0I?ASIN=0439023521	Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good book. Saw the movie before reading. It was pretty much the same. Will read the next before seeing the movie.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2530LF9XJU84K?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">An amazing book .It almost felt like I was living through the hunger games with catnip and the boy with the bread</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDKKZ3HYOATKF?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Ever wonder what the future will hold after humans try to destroy civilization?  Well here is part of the answer.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3U2LXILIFM4LU?ASIN=0439023521	We	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Phenomenal book I couldn't set it down! I can't wait to read the rest of the books. I am starting then right away</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3A07L356S7FS6?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger for hunger games!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was an amazing book that i loved from start to finish. I had an incredibly hard time putting my kindle down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JE3P6PVIG50V?ASIN=0439023521	Nail bitting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow! Can't wait to read the rest of the trilogy! The book was amazing.. Kept me biting my fingers the whole time!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3L865FEJ2LGXF?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a really good book. I bought it on my tablet, and it looked great.<br/><br/>Recommend on reading this.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RABN9NCREZKKX?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fantastic! Didn't think it would be so good! Got really sucked it! Was well worth the read! Loved the sequels too</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SULIZBDA31WZ?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Exciting.  Pure fiction with true emotion.  This is one of my favorite reads ever.  I hope there are moreto come.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HB41L0XG55A3?ASIN=0439023521	I want more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was awesome reading!  I can't wait for Book two to finish downloading to my kindle fire hd.. yeah technology</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Q00YK6QV0WFA?ASIN=0439023521	Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I good read! Better than the movie. Very detailed and holds your interest every word. Would recommend to any one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R179L5V88YPGDT?ASIN=0439023521	good quick read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed this book (although I hate saying I enjoyed it due to the subject matter).  It was an easy, quick read.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R78D0BCRPTC0M?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't tear myself away! Can't wait to read the rest. I love the way the author keeps the reader on their toes.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HAVAITAZENVJ?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought it would take me quite a while to read it but it took less than 2 weeks because I couldn't put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32X87ZZ998CM1?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">These was a great novel, romance mixed with action. Kept the pace of the story steady. The ending creates wonder!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VWDAINFF21RS?ASIN=0439023521	Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not put it down. I read constantly and I finally finished! I Will definitely read this again! I loved it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R40XASTLBY9JN?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">U are a awesome wrighter I loved this book! It was great try to come up with something else it was great :-) !!!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2E5WFY3DZ6O7O?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wasn't sure that I would like this book, but I couldn't  seem to put it down.<br/>It  was definitely riveting.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38GKE7NLWT582?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Enjoyed the book. Plan on reading the rest of the books in this trilogy.  Got to see what's going to happen next.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IZPDPIHR4PQQ?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Kept me wanting more couldn't put it down definitely one of the best I've read in quite some time. One word great</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2U1L3KJ3ZYZ77?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was great and kept you tuned into the story. I would recommend this book to anyone who loves adventure.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXMFWASAM0LNT?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">:)<br/>and<br/>:D<br/>This book had so much detail and suspense I literally could not put it down. I LOVED IT!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IESZAHN67Z0E?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't put this book down, read the whole book in a day's time :D loved it, can't wait to start the second book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNVK5OSB2C7P5?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved the suspense. Can't wait to read the next one. Love my Amazon Prime membership. Free books and free movies.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBVLL39EG8Q1N?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie, ahhhhhh......	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was great! The details that the movie misses out on is the best part. Can't wait to read the other two!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1R7CJJSYVYJO0?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a very well written book.  Much thought and planning has gone into this series. With the time to read it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Z07FKT99WVNU?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Enjoyed the action. Love the plot. Science fiction  is one of my favorite kind of reads. Recommend it to everyone</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UGHEYARSSG4N?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of the best books I've read! I'd definitely recommend this to other readers! Can't wait to read the next one!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16JTSKWGBYW92?ASIN=0439023521	Wow!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is an awesome tale. Can't wait to read the next one! If you're a speed reader it's a pretty quick read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KOHOHSJF9PUW?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book cant wait to read the next two. I would recommend this to anyone above the age of twelve<br/>.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1EJXDFP830T8F?ASIN=0439023521	Good book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">No matter your age this book satisfies. I recommend it to anyone looking for a good read that's hard to put down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14NCIJ69GN68S?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was amazing and I couldn't put it down I still think that Peeta is not cut out for the whole Hunger Game thing</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3L73UI8IKZY54?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Thoroughly enjoyed reading this book! It kept me interested and on edge from chapter one all the way til the end!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5JUDAZP537QV?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book, it was an easier read which is nice sometimes and it created a good escape from everyday life.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MXFGFD0XF1AX?ASIN=0439023521	Good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Saw movie first but probably enjoyed book more because of it. Going to proceed with next two books in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37UBYDAZ5HAI4?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book! I really think Suzanne Collins pulled it off. One of my favorite books. I finished it in 1 day!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7U6F2EX9BFPG?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book. I was so engaged and couldn't take my eyes off the book. I can't wait till I read the next book</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WWCIFNDJT04R?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked the pacing and outcome.  Lots of questions still to be answered about Panem.  Good book for young adults.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DZKPV2KJVXN5?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So so so much better than the movie! I haven't read a story this good sine I put down the last Harry potter book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VSAR4HDX89OO?ASIN=0439023521	Great read...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put it down until I was done with the book. Only complaint...there are only three books in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29OU9WF2ONPZK?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The first book in this series was wonderful and I would read it again.I recommend it to anyone who loves to read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WXT2A5KEOC1H?ASIN=0439023521	better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Its true for most books but in this case I was,glad to have seen the movie first. Made the book a very easy read.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R80RWVPCR7M9G?ASIN=0439023521	It kept my interest	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Probably a better book for youngsters but it kept my interest at least for the most part. Boring in parts though.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TP0VNJP6BQGY?ASIN=0439023521	Was a good read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Although it kept me interested I felt that only few would like to read it due to it being in a custodian society.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38LWOTHDXZE82?ASIN=0439023521	Keep reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't think @ first that I would like this series. Since I ordered it I can't put it down. I even read @ work.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3D8074BDU737B?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i really enjoyed this book. it kept my interst, &amp; each chapter ending made u want to hurry to the next chapter!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2EKKDMFWJ48SR?ASIN=0439023521	Brilliant read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Just couldn't put it down. Going to buy books two and three now so I can make a start on the next one right away!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26OUFT9I786MD?ASIN=0439023521	awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">ive already read all the book so know there amazing but the kindle book just makes life so much easier. i love it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FMDCRY6G1IU5?ASIN=0439023521	awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was kind of slow at the start, but once into it, i couldn't put it down! can't wait for the next one!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1V8BPGSN504IU?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought the 1st chapter was a little slow but as I get further into the book it is really starting to get good.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CGITISC6M7ZQ?ASIN=0439023521	Love this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you like Twilight, this is the book for you!  It has action and romance and also two very handsome young guys.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1L1A9QFCIUG2Q?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">AMAZING! I could not make myself put this book down  Such an amazing storyline and twisted love story for readers</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MFTY5W88SOLO?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great escapism</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RQVZ1L1LKZX1?ASIN=0439023521	Review: The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Quick Thoughts:  Courage. Fear. Survival.  Pain. Triumph<br/>Well everyone has reviewed this every which way and back.  I thoroughly enjoyed this story.  The book is about the games but I didn't find myself tapping my foot impatiently before I got to the main part of the story. I was enthralled from the beginning.  I knew this book was ""awesome"" when Peeta said ""Because...because...she came here with me.""  I resisted this book for so long because the concept reminded me of Lord of the Flies.  Here there is a strong connection with the characters and there is a back story that matters.  I loved this book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R261RKCAOI6UFN?ASIN=0439023521	Can't-put-it-down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Can't-put-it-down book. The entire series remains true to itself with a victorious, but dark and damaged ending.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OY0SM0S5HJ5S?ASIN=0439023521	Reluctant ass kicker survives, barely.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great teen angst book. But I'm a retired woman who enjoyed the terror, strength, romance, and girly ass kicking.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CX7V4FMDEOPC?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic Tale	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The read the booking after watching the movie. Very emotional &amp; touchy. Can't wait to read the second book soon.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12N4CN8H6G92N?ASIN=0439023521	Better late than never	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I watched the movie before reading the book, but I was still captivated by the story. Awesome and well worth it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JQR0VQIW3RJ9?ASIN=0439023521	interesting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Keeps you in suspense.  Nice to see a woman in a strong role.  I am glad I have read it before seeing the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CMS01LDZKP4H?ASIN=0439023521	Good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love it because it is all about the hunger games.I did not like it at first but it gets better at<br/>The end</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VWEFADN4ESBS?ASIN=0439023521	chrystieh	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book, loved the series! Great for adults or young readers! A must read for everyone! Enjoyed it very much!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3Z6UZP5221HO?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">wonderful book. lots of detail. can't wait to read catching fire. definitely a great read for all ages 8 and up.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QI7RED5YGS14?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The only part I don't like is the end and that's because it keeps me wondering.<br/>Overall this book was great</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZNOAA0H4HRN8?ASIN=0439023521	Well written to keep you reading on	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked the book and will keep on reading the other books that are already out. Keep up the nice job your doing.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4GSX04I01IXU?ASIN=0439023521	I really really loved this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was so so so sad when it ended but know I can read the 2nd &amp; 3rd book, you should really read it I am serious.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JN8K334OPHM8?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love the book! Suzanne Collins, you are such an amazing author! This is my second time reading the Hunger Games!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DHNFVCRMWAG?ASIN=0439023521	Good Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Was a really good book. All the action and love mixed into one is just cool how it is. And the movie is awesome!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NQ89LJL346?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games Review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the best book I have ever read. It was intense, scary, and sad. Best book of the year award goes to you.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29G8MATTPLVN0?ASIN=0439023521	Nice	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome<br/>It was really surprising.<br/>I see dad tear read so may make day cart and rad<br/>Dad is Newsome</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35EP9F5GVC9IV?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book so much I've read it at least 100000 times THE BEST series I've ever read but still VERY sad:-(</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R200UL8S87B8EA?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love reading and have always wanted to read the series. Thus was just as good as the movie. Now on to book two</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16CPVEBAPD412?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Much better than the movie!!  Once I started, I couldn't put it down.  Now I'm ready for Book 2, Catching Fire!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PKP5KKP7LX7M?ASIN=0439023521	WOW!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great movie, great young actors.  Hope the plot doesn't pan out here in the USA!  Kudos to the whole movie team.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ET5IS3FJ99GJ?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I normally don't like this kind of book but I found it was  an excellent read and kept my attention through out.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFB4SPDOA7H14?ASIN=0439023521	Saw the movie first	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">wanted to read the series after I saw the movie.  Great book,  it didn't disappoint! even better than the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLBT9HG9BHF8X?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Enjoyed it because for once the movie version followed right along with the book. Can't wait fir the second one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UBNG2J69JHIE?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderfully Written	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">loved it. Well written book. Couldn't put it down. Can't wait to read the other books in the series. Great read.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16FBGWVM4II0S?ASIN=0439023521	A good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A good book to settle in with on a lazy afternoon or early evening when looking for a good story to escape with.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R127ISY9M8PYWY?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Better then the movie, can't wait to read book 2.  Suzanne Collins is a master storyteller for a new generation.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OHSAZ3C3T543?ASIN=0439023521	Exciting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This books starts off a little slow. However it starts the action and it doesn't' stop till the end.  Fantastic.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXYTI9YAK63DJ?ASIN=0439023521	Ok	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Running man ripoff<br/>Not a bad story just not hugely original<br/>Will see what the rest of the story brings</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RA09IFSP8SQ2C?ASIN=0439023521	Enjoyed it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This being the first book of the trilogy was very good. My first book by this author.  I also enjoyed the movie.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ULA6RZ6DPROT?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read. New idea. Opened your mind to different world. I plan to read more of Suzanne Collins writings. Mary</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SHIPW6LOC6OF?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a very good book that kept your attention. Going to watch the movie now. Can't wait to read the next one!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWSD1ZX9TS6SE?ASIN=0439023521	The best series.  Period.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not put this book down.  I read this book in less than two days.  And then read it again.  Great series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PN6REZDJE5IP?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was amazing best book I have ever read I would recommend this book to anyone who loves a good thriller</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DQKP4YQXP0T0?ASIN=0439023521	Cant put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I started the book and loved it and ended up buying the next two and spent my weekend cozy on the couch reading!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LTZLVEX38SKN?ASIN=0439023521	Good story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love the story line can't wait to read the next one too see what happens next...... highly recommended this book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33DUUWY9NAM9Q?ASIN=0439023521	Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was never really into it at first but I saw the movie and decided to read the book and so far it's really good</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSW2FVDH1WFUK?ASIN=0439023521	Best ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the second time I've read it and it was just as perfect. I would recommend this book to everyone I know.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FVK4B1ZJY9T?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is an excellent read. Great characters and plot. I can not wait to read the rest of the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RO18X735912KT?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So. Good. Drives you crazy in the best way, such  suspense that you don`t want to even consider putting it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GE5SUPECJ5C4?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it, was more than I thought it would be. Can't wait to start Book 2!<br/>Most definitely would recommend!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33RY6RBP03LPD?ASIN=0439023521	I LOVED IT!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was the most amazing book in the world aside from Monkingjay which IS the world's greatest book in the world!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IUD3J1ER4X5H?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed this book very much... Just an all around great read... too bad the movie didnt live up to the book...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R326LI17Y86XA5?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book! Couldn't put it down!!! Can't wait to start book 2!!! Movie doesn't do justice to the action scenes.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3T5HFWZK6FPV5?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was great I couldn't put the book down. I really loved and enjoyed this book. I can't wait to read the others</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LSGHY4D8KI55?ASIN=0439023521	LOVE IT	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Such a great read, couldn't put it down!  I love this series, this was the best book I've bought in a long time.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RW9DFXJXTVJ1V?ASIN=0439023521	Cbk	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Vbnnmvigjvnvjvj cm inch back check cash sky teeth the high-end chin. BBC . Bc vBulletin b . H b ban BBC Xbox h .</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHHMFII386ZLE?ASIN=0439023521	LEAVES ME WANTING MORE!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed this book. Once I started reading it I didn't want to put it down. I can't wait to read the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SR6E1ET7YF3H?ASIN=0439023521	Thrilling!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Could not put the book down! The plot has a lot of twists and turns, making this story suspenseful and exciting.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19521LFGZD9ZA?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a great read! Great book keeps you intrigued!!!<br/>Cant wait to read the next two books in the trilogy!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32BYA5XXMD940?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Grabs you and does not let go.  Great book.  Glad there other two are already out.  Cannot wait to read them too</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PNMLJWTQ5X9G?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved this book, it was interesting and exciting. I couldn't put it down.i would recommend this book to any one!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R378O578YCLS5C?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Keeps you reading and wanting more. Twists and turns all the way to the end. Makes you want to get the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HHX5G2LNXRSF?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is supposed to be teen literature, but i cant stop reading! I recommend this series to readers of all ages.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RI36SF9W4AOXH?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Kept you intrigued thru the whole book. Could not put my kindle down after the first chapter. Great till the end</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DFVZC5BIXJP4?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was awesome  a lot better than the movie I loved this book because  It got really suspenseful towards the end</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CZBUNB6J5ATB?ASIN=0439023521	Watched the movie first . . . But it made little difference.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I literally had to stop reading so I wouldn't finish the book too soon! One weekend was good enough to hold out.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVDA95ZXKHWVD?ASIN=0439023521	Loved this book!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins did an excellent job with this book. I'm a little late in reading it, but I'm already a big fan!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RS5BJI0ISBFHB?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Could not put the book down.  I like the way the writer kept my attention all the time.  Recommend it to anyone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OH6VSSZVVFXK?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Riveting.  Kept me on the edge of my seat.  Can't wait to read the next one.  I am sure I won't be disappointed.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTN1AJ2X571BL?ASIN=0439023521	Intriguing and nerve wracking	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I highly recommend this book for the sheer fact of the excitement involved. Very well written and a page turner.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27GQWTJ21JI1P?ASIN=0439023521	I love this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have read this book 3 times now and I love it more and more each time I read it! Thank you Suzanne Collins!!!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33XWT6I8QB80I?ASIN=0439023521	Loooooove	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Ahhhh amazing book!!!!!!!!! This book met the expectations I had when j started reading it it was very very good</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3M5TPWQAMA87F?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book that kept you guessing. Could not put it down. Can't wait to read the remaining books in the trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23HVOIMJYDQRL?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a very good book it scared me when I thought there could be only one winner so  excited for catching fire</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2H6RLB5JRIBXP?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie by far!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read - thoroughly enjoyed this book and could barely put it down. Much better than the movie. A must-read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BK47OCBM4BQV?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have read this book twice already and I might read it one more time.  I just couldn't get enough of this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RSO8EI48M7PI?ASIN=0439023521	BEST BOOK EVER	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was fantastic. It was possible the best book I have ever read and I'm so glad that I finally read it!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R146Q2794AYR9?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book it's my favorite and I don't even like books this book also inspired me to read other books too</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10LKDYBQE8L1H?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Luv it<br/>Can`t wait to read the next two books. Much better than the movie. I would recommend this to anyone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKE8SO9FFKSMK?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I never thought I would actually get into this book but I did! Great story! I'd recommend this book to everyone!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTH4BNJSKQ0EH?ASIN=0439023521	Great story#	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't put the book down once I started! Saw the movie first and am blown away by how much better the book is!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YZDWVA5NXA6S?ASIN=0439023521	So good, I am so glad I saw the movie first!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">All the characters came to life for me!<br/><br/>What a great read, I cannot wait to read all the other books!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPUEOR8CA89KI?ASIN=0439023521	Tylor	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Of<br/><br/>Happy that I have Swype and a pickle that looks like a rabbit suck in a stock<br/>Merry Christmas</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WDW8R12WQWC5?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Mom of 3 kids finishes reading a book!!! I just couldn't put it down!!!<br/>Can't wait to read the next one!!!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5NH8C4XVJE1M?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very good book. Better than the movie. Can't wait to start the next one.  This book is definitely worth reading.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2U52KUPJTQ432?ASIN=0439023521	Not for kids	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The premise of this whole trilogy is like that of a video game.  Adolescent angst is fine but this is overboard.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKINEH49AAFSW?ASIN=0439023521	READ NOW!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">READ NOW! I CAN'T TELL YOU HOW GOOD THIS FREAKING BOOK IS! CAN'T PUT IT DOWN! THIS BOOK IS NOT OVERRATED AT ALL!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21IA44NX5Q1J0?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing Book Series!<br/><br/>It was a great read for sure.  Definitely worth your time to check it out. :) :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GOHCQPB2W0XI?ASIN=0439023521	Hard to put down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book in two days because I couldn't put it down! It keeps you guessing and on the edge of your seat.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RB22X238KR2KK?ASIN=0439023521	sweet	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it! Great book, but I don't care for the narrative style. At times it detracts from the story. Overall 9.5</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RB9IX4CZH9QDB?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great to read this as a refresher before viewing the movie.  Reading on the Kindle is much easier than in print.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QPKOL71NPAD1?ASIN=0439023521	Nice read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Gave it four stars for keeping me engaged. I enjoyed the story. Looking forward to the next book in the trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3T2A04K85DIIR?ASIN=0439023521	Good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Really good read. Bought for daughter but also ended up reading it for myself. Can not wait to read the next two</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3C4MBIR4NRXFL?ASIN=0439023521	GREAT	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">An amazing book!!!!!!!!  READ IT!!! I read it 3 times and I'm still reading it!!! Thanks for reading! ! !!!!!!!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37Z87K61FEZV1?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fast read.....I couldn't put it down.  I can't wait to read the rest of the trilogy.  I loved every minute of it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IHQ6RL2IUIBZ?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome, could not put down. I cant wait to start number 2.  I  will definitely recommend this book to everyone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3273V2OEYDNUN?ASIN=0439023521	Great suspense	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It will keep you wondering and turning the pages. great.  it makes me want to read the next book in the series .</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7CSODNWY9JGD?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book even better than the movie!    Cant wait to read the next book in the series.  Would highly recommend</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24P0N2DLPQBEL?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was great and kept me reading so I didn't want to put the book down. Definitely ready for the next two!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQ3JPUYP5QL1Z?ASIN=0439023521	Fabulous	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome book couldn't put it down, read the book in three days and can't wait to read the second and third book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TYLX5750REUF?ASIN=0439023521	like	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read book me like words sometimes book like me and its good. i want read catch fire please thank for read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BFGHUGQ1P7Y5?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">More than what I expected. Couldn't put it down. Finished it in no time and then couldn't wait to read book two.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NULZVW43T2VF?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fantastic. Best read in a long time, cant get enough of it. The author's writing style itself is just wonderful.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39WVH9HEEON6S?ASIN=0439023521	The Next Civil War	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Katniss and her family live a hard life in a small, rural mining town. Her community is a modern fiefdom and people are barley surviving. Katniss rises above her situation in an act of self-sacrifice that may one day inspire a nation.<br/><br/>For many of the same reasons our nation's last civil war, our next could be cities versus rural communities. Every major election for the last hundred years has shown a growing divide.  Suzanne Collins has deftly woven a tale of what could happen if the rural communities rebelled against the powerful cities. You will cheer for Katniss. She is an inspiring young lady.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TQU11LVAY4AM?ASIN=0439023521	more hype than substance	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book has an exciting start.  The story leading up to the hunger games had me reading with excitement.  Unfortunately, during the games I became less and less interested in the characters.  Peetra is so one-dimensional that I can't imagine anyone rooting for him.  Then there is a tortuously long segment where the two are stuck in a cave and really everyone knows what is happening by this point, so there is no momentum and you almost throw the book away.  I managed to finish it, but it never gets any better.  By the end I was disappointed that a great idea had been wasted, along with my weekend.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWZ12GN117T17?ASIN=0439023521	Don't waste your time on this trilogy!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I agree with the other negative reviewers.  There is nothing remotely satisfying about any of these books.  Not only is the premise of the first book rather disgusting, the second two are just horrible.  I had to force myself to finish the third one.  I'm posting this here in the first book to save readers some valuable time!<br/><br/>Ms. Collins' writing is flat, plot twists are contrived, characters are almost completely under-developed and her solution to writing herself in a corner is to simply make up some new fantastic weapon or unrealistic plot turn.  The main character is boring and unemotional. I honestly don't see why these books sold so well.<br/><br/>Perhaps most distressing, the novels read like a bad high-school term paper.  If you consider Uncle Toms Cabin as a shining example of how to craft the English language, this trilogy could serve as the polar opposite.<br/><br/>Do not read.  The author and publisher do not deserve your time or money, at any price offered.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2URFNXT60WJXY?ASIN=0439023521	Love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Better than the movies but the movies are pretty good. Read for yourself and you can choose. Thank you everyone</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1U8FFUG9SGKTS?ASIN=0439023521	Such a great book! I wish I would have read these ...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Such a great book! I wish I would have read these years ago. Loved it and the second one. Just started book #3.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VF4WWZAU7522?ASIN=0439023521	The great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a very, very, very exiting book with plenty of shocks... It was fun and I think everyone would enjoy it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RS06KBEENBWB9?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you enjoyed the movie you will enjoy the book and Vic versa. I look forward to reading the rest of the books</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6MUMI5XUITZI?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought the book portrayed the characters emotions better than the movie, well done, now on to the next book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XT0FBSX7LNPS?ASIN=0439023521	Never dull. Always a surprise or twist	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Where does author come up with it. Never dull. Always a surprise or twist. Can't go wrong with any of her books</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGAOWX2KKJQ71?ASIN=0439023521	Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is better than the movie because it gives more information than the movie. This is the best book ever</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BA0QN68O1CAZ?ASIN=0439023521	Touching	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a page turner every step off the way. I loved the excitement and the romance. It's a five star for sure.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Q9VVKCVRH3J4?ASIN=0439023521	Really good book that I didin't want to put down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Really good book that I didin't want to put down. Geared from young adults but still good for the older reader.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBHAYW20RKEOS?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read, kept me turning the pages. Even though I have seen the movie, I enjoyed the book more. A must read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FQD1HYAAXYL2?ASIN=0439023521	Riveting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie before I read the book. Loved the movie, but I think the book is better. I highly recommend it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28PHYEQQBWG9O?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger for More	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A fun and easy read.  Maintains reader interest throughout the entire book.  Can't wait to finish the 2nd book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RE8K1AAJ13GS?ASIN=0439023521	Great novel, but the series falls apart for me ...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great novel, but the series falls apart for me after this one.  Would give the other two books a 2 star review.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XNSQ2YREAYLN?ASIN=0439023521	THE HUNGER GAMES	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The hunger games were really good because I,was right in the action and drama with Katnis and Peeta. Just great</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVTS0EK9LRQ1B?ASIN=0439023521	perfect!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've read the whole series at least four times now and it gets better each  time!  It's definitely a must read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXEPM46JQL2IM?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow! What a great read! Exceptional from start to finish! I can't wait to read more! Totally worth every penny!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3U081MWHHS64Z?ASIN=0439023521	Engrossing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book was hard to put down much to my surprise. the characters were well developed and easy to see as real.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JU7P670H3GHR?ASIN=0439023521	what I needed	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was a required reading for my English composition class and it came in good condition at a low price.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28M67IVAYHRZD?ASIN=0439023521	Outstanding!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of the best books I have read in a long time. Didn't want to put it down. Can't wait to start the next one!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HWG43PUVAP78?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Lots of detail and well written.  Much better than the movie and very vivid imagery included in the story line.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZQUOFOGWNZ6R?ASIN=0439023521	can't stop reading!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the theme the character development the story is intriguing I can't wait to start book two!  Must read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RV0QLIQIZMIZ7?ASIN=0439023521	I love this book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Worth a read even if you seen the movie because of the details they didn't put in the movie. It's worth a read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15HGRFZJZWZCZ?ASIN=0439023521	I love the Hunger Games!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is one of the most exciting books I've ever read. I feel bad it took me so long to get a copy and read it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHMQ3KKQA1LWW?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A very Great book! Great story! Really brings a different perspective to life and how easy many people have it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3T55YRT6JG7VU?ASIN=0439023521	great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book, can't wait to start the next one! Very interesting and makes you want to read more and more.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17SH6J1TKZ98R?ASIN=0439023521	AWESOME	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the BEST book that I have ever read.  Suzanne Collins is an amazing author. She has a wonderful talent.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KMKB1O3BUMGT?ASIN=0439023521	Favorite book series!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read it twice! Will read it again!<br/>Very hard to put down. Prepare to be entranced and clear your schedule!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25DOEW19YIEL1?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is Excellent!  way better than the movie was or is.  Hope the others are just as good as this one is.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JLHXMHDHFPYC?ASIN=0439023521	Good. Holds your attention	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Riveting  Could not stop reading. Content challenging and hard to take but once you get past that it's so good.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3102OHCSEPP1M?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love the book and it's a easy read especially since I'm not a huge reader. Would definitely recommend the book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2POT46ZUHIWE7?ASIN=0439023521	Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">it's a good book I like how the story is told and how they captured the same stuff in the movie and the book to</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14DDWC5NXNAJ?ASIN=0439023521	amazing I love it and I'm 11	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book!<br/><br/>It's amazing! I'm only 11 and I can't wait to read the second book! Catching fire!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23Z824XXOMO3F?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing!!!! Can not wait to read the rest! I recommend this book to anyone looking for action and a love story!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16CJGYVFNA3DY?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Easy to read. Read the whole book in just four days. very entertaining. Also enjoyed the second and third book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QO4GKAE85AOQ?ASIN=0439023521	Movie versus book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book is better than the movie(like in most cases). It gives you a lot more inside to the storie. Easy read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37NBSJO0SS9R5?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing. Finished in one day.<br/>Always kept me guessing until the end, and I am hungry for more. Great read.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2D2466MKQKHR2?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A great book. I woud highly recommend it to others. Great for high school students through college, I think. =]</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R392COZ7EGNMQ9?ASIN=0439023521	Kindle reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love being able to check out books for free; reading them on my Kindle is a plus because of the light weight.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GCNDG3YL20JD?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put down the book, hunger games is the new Harry potter!  Don't worry about getting bored with this.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29F7WVQHLFN7A?ASIN=0439023521	AWESOME BOOK	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Guaranteed you will read 2 and 3 after this book. Great for all ages and worth reading before seeing the movie.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OIE9BED5EJL3?ASIN=0439023521	Fun	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Entertaining book can't wait to read the series to find out where this story is heading. Good if u like fiction</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QK7IKTRIQE05?ASIN=0439023521	Good stuff	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Not the best thing I have read but it's up there. Great book, looking forward to see how the series progresses.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYDDQBCYB4Y23?ASIN=0439023521	Great story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This story was so well imagined, and nothing seemed out of place. I'll remember the characters for a long time.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24MGI0IZLQV7V?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games - hungry for more!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Absolutely fantastic!  Can't wait to continue on with the next book!  It was everything I was told it would be.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UAG0A3WZLZDC?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome book. Can't wait to read the next.<br/><br/>I hope it's as good, if not better then book one. Thanks.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXDL0LAD8SKNH?ASIN=0439023521	the best trilogy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book is a thousand times better than the movie!  i suggest it to anyone who likes post appocolyptic books!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7ZJXA3N8NEEU?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome read<br/>Not as gruesome as I was hearing from others talking about it. Now I have to read the others!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DV44TOBGAFVJ?ASIN=0439023521	Best book I ever read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Better than the movie<br/>He has great deal to this rule of great deal rangers are ugly head ugly head f2f the</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19ZGBUUEJ9OOT?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very good book.  Always a page turner.  I like the way the author writes and keeps you interested in her books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZGXKFRZOOF0Z?ASIN=0439023521	Good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Interesting easy read. Great for a family and can talk about but with friends. Look forward to seeing the movie</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PVQKQTXPX431?ASIN=0439023521	THE HUNGER GAMES	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I LOVED THIS STORY AS WELL AS THE FIRST ONES. I THINK THE AUTHOR HAS A WAY OF TELLING A STORY THAT YOU CAN SEE.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1E15S0ROXO9KV?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book! I only wish I would've read the book before I watched the movie! Can't wait to read the next one :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LPKG1988U5TI?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was amazing. It's a little slow at first, but it gets amazing. I've of the best books I've ever read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGSJ65BDFVS49?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love that they book came extremley quickly in the mail and that for a used book it was in excellent condtion.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1036OV2423QYI?ASIN=0439023521	Lala	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book! I couldn't put it down. Can't wait to read the next one and watch the movie! Author did a great job</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Q273QW4VRVHN?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I hadn't seen the movie I wanted to read the book first .From the first page to the last I couldn't put it down</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TX5Y3NZ8E4EK?ASIN=0439023521	Phenomenal read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Could not put this book down.  The book is far superior to the movie! I can't wait to continue with the series!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14Q24LNWR2VUB?ASIN=0439023521	Better than expected	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was better than I had expected. Looking forward to the next book in the series before the movie is released.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1AWUDRCE7L9UA?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">!!!! So much better than the movie. Easy read but so much substance. Really good book, highly suggested for all</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19NZGJOVT9QX7?ASIN=0439023521	Zxxxxsxd	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Serfs graded bc ft vs Feb staffs defy f2f effects Greece's uric hub hub buddy hugged ffhffhfhff hugged cards vs</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RH0F17D3MYNJR?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was drawn in the entire time, already downloading book two, can't wait to see what happens next with katniss.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RD1BM10ZK6BN3?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book! Can't wait to read book 2 :) I hope Katniss and Peeta stay together! I hope book 2 is just as good!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KZQ6GDZNJG1T?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book. It made me feel like I was right there with them. I would recommend this book to everyone!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HF1JMB33K7ZD?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing book! Ten times better than the movie which was also incredible! Two thumbs up. Hoping to read the next</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FHEH5GFH2EHH?ASIN=0439023521	Great book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Saw the movie. Wanted to read book. Really good book. Can't wait to download other two books. Really good read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25GW1PZ1YOVI6?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love this trilogy! So good! I've probably read it about 4X already!! Can't get enough of it!  Love Love LOVE!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RP1SS6WPBF3YO?ASIN=0439023521	Full of action!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was an interesting read.  Some parts got a little slow, but overall, it's super action packed! Go read it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QRSYN3I1XR3X?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book to read over and over again constantly for a long long long time. A+++. You should recently read it.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LDIY2ZBB0J2L?ASIN=0439023521	Love the book but I didn't write this review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Please delete this review I did not write it. I wish to remove it but do not know how to remove it.<br/>Thanks</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19AXKQI03FLNV?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this after I saw the movie and was extremely happy how the movie was exactly the same :) wonderful read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3EH5OH8RN7U20?ASIN=0439023521	Moving	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book moved me to tears on more than one occasion.  Suzanne obviously put slot into this one. It was great.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TBAEVCJENYA9?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger game	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book! Good story line. I enjoyed it thoroughly. If you are looking for a good read, give this book a try.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RDGL88SBIUU4?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very enjoyable.  I couldn't stop reading.  I will now read the rest of the series.  Much better than the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VCTDPIISOPYU?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book easy to read. Can't wait to continue the series of the hunger games. I just love all the adventures.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CI62BS4SF43Q?ASIN=0439023521	Good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this series. Easy reading! I most definitely recommend this series to everyone of any gage. It is great.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WY8F4LYHT6MU?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderfully exciting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The hunger games was very good and enticing. I couldn't put it down... now to read the second book whoop whoop!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ITV85AEIJ72?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not stop reading this book! Very riveting. I can't wait to start in on the next one. Very entertaining!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2AFEKJCTJT7E8?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Once I started I couldn't put it down . I've seen the movie and as I read the book it all played in my head ...</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2O86JI6H0OVJ6?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved every minute of this book. Can not wait to read book number two and number three. Now to see the movie...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DLBPX2M6S2AS?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was an amazing and exciting book must read and read the next book because this was great recommended. Good</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IWMBJRAIU552?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I chose this rating because this is for the best and this book is the best . I personally could not put it down</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2J2SZFHYKBRAH?ASIN=0439023521	no problems	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">fast delivery Great book, I would recommend this product for anyone to buy, great service and no issues at all.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2P402TOIA88KS?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Everyone told me to read but I never thought I'd enjoy it so much... finished it in 3 days... Wonderful book...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/REWT7DHAAT81I?ASIN=0439023521	Fun easy read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Saw the movie first but enjoy the book much better! It brings much better imagery and creates a stunning world.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JOHUCGRLBO2Z?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't stop reading it! This book grabbed my attention from page one to page 300, a true edge of my seat read</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1N3VQC5I9PAJX?ASIN=0439023521	Love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Brilliant and engaging. I could hardly put it down. Can't wait to read the other books. Can't get enough of it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1H8BEJNEMEQ4A?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was wonderful to read and get so much more out of the book than the movie. Cannot wait to read the next two!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4XDSF760DYPI?ASIN=0439023521	Pulls you in	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book really pulls you in. I enjoyed the movie and love  the book. I can't wait to read the last two books!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVYTQU4838PFH?ASIN=0439023521	The movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was surprised at the ending...so different from the movie. Good book over all can not wait for the second one</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1S5DBB66D9IM4?ASIN=0439023521	Great story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well told story.  Pace kept me wanting more.  Anxious to start the next book in the series as soon as possible.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2K4ZM1D0BE7X6?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was surprised how good thus book was.  Very exciting, hard to put down.  I can't wait to read the second one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IGDW30A1Y0DI?ASIN=0439023521	Picture perfect!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book! It has adventure, and romance. What else could a girl want from a book?  Absolutely nothing!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YST9V750EH0U?ASIN=0439023521	a good book even for adults	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Only after I had read it I learned that is was for teens.  I loved it and have bought the second in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVSDFP38AM29X?ASIN=0439023521	Great series.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After seeing the movie I had to get the book. It filled in a lot the movie didn't have. I got the whole series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9OHQRXB5KHND?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very exciting I look forward to reading more!!! I am getting the trilogy,and all the movies when they come out.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12NILN4ECC71?ASIN=0439023521	Good book for the middle school student	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well written and a good story for the middle school student. I liked the characters and wanted to keep reading.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1AWB4BNWMOEGN?ASIN=0439023521	excellent  they meet all my expectations	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">excellent  they meet all my expectations  I can recommend this product to others read is a good habit thank you</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQA4KW4K54O4J?ASIN=0439023521	Absolutely amazing!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put it down. I love this story and its characters. Can't wait to see what happens next! Must read!!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13M2FHV6017G3?ASIN=0439023521	best book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a good book and I loved the part at the end about the wolves!!!!!! I love death, so this was my book!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27ZFFZ46M8HZ3?ASIN=0439023521	Love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love all 3 Books :) they are very entertaining  and interesting  .  I really enjoyed the loved triangle as well</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36A3H1RW44INU?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book so interesting and never wanted to put it down can't wait to read the next books to see what happens</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VPAICRIODAGU?ASIN=0439023521	Review the hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was amazing. I fell in love with it with just the first  chapters. everyone should definitely read it</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UOURHT50JI74?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm glad I finally got around to reading The Hunger Games.  I will be reading the rest of the trilogy for sure!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3E5FISQ2VEEGW?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Yes good read, has some slow parts throughout but in all a pretty good read.  i will lyk how part ll comes out.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18WCO7T1W4HIB?ASIN=0439023521	Fast Moving & intertaining	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm not much of a fantasy reader but this book did hold my interest.  Would probably read others by the author.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZUGICX2BKM7K?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Finally got to read it! It is as good as everyone says it is! I'm not one for action books but i loved this. :)</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30RJ2TA8ET3XH?ASIN=0439023521	Wow	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book. The twists and turns are great. Cannot wait to see the movie and read the rest of the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32B9NHKMGQNXZ?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The hunger games is by far the best book i have ever read.<br/>I have read the series and this is my favorite.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RF6L16CSG1MVQ?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked it,best i ever read!!!!can't wait to read the 2 one ....it had lots of action and drama the perfect mix</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31ZWP6BMMSJL8?ASIN=0439023521	fun read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this book.  it is creative and interesting.  i look forward to reading the rest of the series.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CXDMIZ4XF2IG?ASIN=0439023521	Great series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wonderfully vivid story that draws you in. You cant help but imagine yourself as a tribute in the hunger games!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12FI2PB6ZM20J?ASIN=0439023521	This book kept me spellbound	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the first non technical book I have read in many years. I couldn‘t put it down until I had finished it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VM21ZFIWMA2F?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best I have read in a long time.  Finished second Catching Fire, now off to Mocking Jay.  Keeps your attention.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28C940FADCRU?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A good book.  slow at first but transforms into a real page turner. cannot wait buy the next book in the series</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OECDZGFI27JO?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Really quick read. I plan to buy the next books too. I think I'm hooked. I doubt you'll regret buying this one.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RBDFERU801CL?ASIN=0439023521	HUNGER GAME KINDLE VERSION	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I ORDERED THE KINDLE VERSION AND I'M VERY PLEASED WITH IT. IT IS EASY READING AND THE BOOK HOLDS YOUR INTEREST.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24IQY8ANPQB6K?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this author! I didn't want to put the book down. Easy to read in a couple days. I am reading book 2 now.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NHP96B11H2KE?ASIN=0439023521	Love it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is my first e-book, using kindle for ipad, and I love it! Great story! Can't waIt to read the second book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQOIA2RLCJF5?ASIN=0439023521	Great reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A very different book compared to what I usually read. It kept me interested and I did not want to put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPGMSGWDZKB10?ASIN=0439023521	extraordinary	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I  am usually not a fan of trilogies, but this was an exception and I am looking forward to reading the sequel.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PAY7GJ62OCP7?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely loved this book. I could not wait to read the next 2 books!! It was so much better than the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2X2HUDQ7VJ6ZA?ASIN=0439023521	I COULDN'T PUT IT DOWN	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was an exciting book - so much better than the movie :) The details were not too gorey... I was worried because I wanted my children to read the book before seeing the movie.  They are teenagers and both enjoyed the books and movie too... I would not recommend the book or movie for younger children :/ Consider it a PG13 series.<br/><br/>The rest of the series is a great read too. I don't usually read these types of books, but wanted to be sure they were okay for my kids because their class (7th graders) were addicted to them. I really enjoyed it (and I read the other books too)... ENJOY!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R174QOQL43F9EY?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it, but I'd stop after this one if I were you	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great storytelling.  Very 1984-ish.  Loved the char. development, the poignancy.  Unfortunately suffers some from the environment, where the characters never really achieve redeeming relationships... This didn't bother me too much in this book, but as the series goes on it REALLY drove me nuts.<br/><br/>This book def. comes back to me from time, and I picture or have conversations with favorite characters from the book (like Cinna)  There's so much hate, and so much opportunity for a secret love to be shown.  Her indecision kills me, but I guess it's also where a bulk of the power in this piece lies.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKYKMLSCF67KS?ASIN=0439023521	Best Series In a LONG time	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book far exceeded my expectations. Reviews were mostly praise, but I was a little reluctant to start a young adult series, as I am 27. I could not have been more wrong. The series was riveting, exciting, and emotional. The first book particularly was action-packed and fast-paced. Katniss is a well-developed character and the unfolding of events in the arena play out very well. Highly recommend!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R204SRDVTWD3KM?ASIN=0439023521	Exciting, Adventurous, cannot put down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I do not normally write reviews for books that I have read; however, this book and series is just too good to not at least try to convince others to pick it up. I hardly find a book that I cannot put down, but this trilogy is one of them. The character development is fantastic, and the games draw you into their world as if you are a participant. The main character is moving and makes me wish she was a real person, so I know that there are actually people like that in the world today.<br/><br/>Must read, exciting, detailed and will make for many lost hours of sleep staying up to finish the books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1F1IL01LLUZ29?ASIN=0439023521	A must read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome read and very suspenseful and full of surprises. Both happy and sad moments but worth the time to read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LDV2XBXDRFI?ASIN=0439023521	amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing and I loved the dystopian world catniss lives in and through and I can't wait to read the second book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20ZM613DJYIHY?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of those that is hard to put down. Totally ready for the next book. Action packed with a surprise element.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HA2HK2PS1WYI?ASIN=0439023521	Yes	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow wow wow wow wow wow wow wow wow wow wow wow wow wow wow wow wow wow wow wow yes amazing great sweet booyah</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BSEJ1NCEBHAH?ASIN=0439023521	suspenseful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It kept me on the edge of my seat, even when I re read it. The action mixed with hints of romance were genius.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R331ZLV0DGS0F6?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The best book I have ever read I could not stop reading it<br/>It is very detailed and just such a great book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CFATF691JHIA?ASIN=0439023521	READ IT	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book is AWESOME! Hunger games is so awesome! I can't explain it! I'm going to go read the second book now.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2C8LU2L4SS66D?ASIN=0439023521	A modern classic..	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't read this until years after seeing the movie.  Great story ... Even better in print. One. Two. Three.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PASEAAQLVP5N?ASIN=0439023521	amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love it!!! Really answers a lot of questions for the movie and katniss as a character. It very powerful! Great</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUVX7AH65NWF0?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book. It was so different from anything else  I have ever read. Can't wait to read the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TMRI4RVOHM73?ASIN=0439023521	One of my favorites	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book is amazing everything about it I recommend this book also try the movies. And the 2 and 3 for books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDGL6LYYY9AG5?ASIN=0439023521	... read this in five days (December 24-December 29) and enjoyed every minute of it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this in five days (December 24-December 29) and enjoyed every minute of it!!! Would Highly Recommend!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1EZAQKHCXVLHL?ASIN=0439023521	Yes Yes Yes!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">5 Stars all the way! I loved the book and characters. I love Dystopian novels and this is one of my favorites.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2I01DZ9QVFUL4?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved it! It is the best book I have ever read. This is my tenth time reading it.<br/><br/>I LOVE IT!!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R202YSV6OKO9H6?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have just finished this book, and it is really good! I suggest reading this book! Be sure to watch the movie</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2C06WYVQOVQV?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games triology #1	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book has Been one of my favourite books. I want To thank Susanne Collins  for whriting this book. Thanks!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PRWNVMWLP4KK?ASIN=0439023521	Riveting!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't put it down! Can't wait to read the next one! The Hunger Games is worth every penny and every minute.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22PI9VB1K5OCW?ASIN=0439023521	So awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was one of the best books I've read!It had lots of details, I could not put it down!It's just a great book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14KG0NLDH2VWQ?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome .this book is so epic love this book totally awesome [°°] lol love this book so mutch lol<br/>Awesome</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRMDAEP1KOT3C?ASIN=0439023521	It feels like watching a movie and I can't stop thinking about ...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It feels like watching a movie and I can't stop thinking about what happen next. I order the next one already.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSCLDKNVAQJ2V?ASIN=0439023521	abso-frickin'- mazin'	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book sooo much, I read it in a day and will be looking forward to reading the rest of the series!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/REI4WTVYEAQ0Y?ASIN=0439023521	Love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely love this book! one of my favorite reads, even after the 5th reading! it's definitely a must read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1082C6HSLOUGH?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought the book had a lot of detail and action but at the same time it needed to get into the action faster</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13DXC8JAVGE1S?ASIN=0439023521	to short	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It needed to be longer and it should be mat is sand peeta forget gale. I can't wait until I read the next book</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNGMMB7SELAOQ?ASIN=0439023521	truly amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was amazing, shocking, and mind blowing all at the same time. I absolutely loved every minute of it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FHN8X6YN727D?ASIN=0439023521	LOVE IT!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love everything about it nothing bad. It is now my favorite book and movie! I love it, I love it, I love it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R195ZE5S5OLC3D?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book! it was one of those books that completely pulls you into the story. I couldn't put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2G0NG07A6CJC4?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is one of the best books I have ever read I seriously recommend this.<br/> Hopefully you will read this.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZTA4VHC3BWW9?ASIN=0439023521	Best Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of the best books ever. Can't wait to read book two. Riveting all the way through. Keeps you wanting more.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RVPKWSPIO83R?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed the book. I have read it two times, and will probably read it again. I highly recommended it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R230OSZYX2Z81J?ASIN=0439023521	love this book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book as great for almost any age!  I loved it and couldn't put it down.  Can't wait to read the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QMBY7PY0A9CE?ASIN=0439023521	very good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I like how they made the book says what katniss is thinking instead of the movie that gives what they say only</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SQVLRWTWDBGK?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After watching the movie the book gave me more info and made it more interesting I now want to read the series</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYW6BZT9ZBQWD?ASIN=0439023521	I LOVE HUNGER GAMES	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I HAVEN'T EVEN SEEN THE MOVIE. THIS BOOK WAS AWESOME.<br/>BUY IT BECAUSE YOUR MONEY IS WORTH BUYING THIS BOOK</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KMFK4W6KNGIS?ASIN=0439023521	I finally got to read this book and I loved it!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games will make you want to keep reading even when you're done with it. I was so excited to finish!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24U2HA2998DTN?ASIN=0439023521	Love this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I kept hearing about this book, so I finally read it. I'm glad I did. It kept my interest which is hard to do.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUGFF745PY880?ASIN=0439023521	Favorite book ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love how the book explains a lot more than the movie. The hunger games is my favorite book out of all three.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KX7I8IAQ53SE?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Do yourself a favor and buy the book. I was hooked and have read the entire series. The movies do not compare.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8310J5CEE6VF?ASIN=0439023521	interesting?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I haven't read it yet but I am sure that I will be interesting annd very exclusive because I've seen the movie</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJA1JRJ92IR7N?ASIN=0439023521	A ok	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very good start to series i highly recomend it lots of action and adventure<br/>I recommend it for any reader</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3M5MH0NGKZDMI?ASIN=0439023521	Good almost all the way	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Powerful, moving, a great book until the very end. It just didn't have the oomph to finish it out with a bang.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FQH3P0U5Q3IG?ASIN=0439023521	Just as good the third time	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've started reading these books again and they're just as good as the first time around. Love love love them.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZLKCGI2BOBLZ?ASIN=0439023521	this book was amazing!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought Katniss was very brave. She helped peeta, fought to the death but did not die.<br/>I love this book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLJSSYJKT6WD7?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is one of the most amazing books I've ever read! Can't wait to read the next two books! You must read it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4WMC5JBA7965?ASIN=0439023521	Captivating	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book held my attention from start  to finish. Could not put it down. Can't wait to see what happens next.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DH2IX8KPJ3OT?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this book and had a hard time putting it down.  I'm looking forward to reading the next ones.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36V9OAPM464L7?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent!  Best book I have read in ages. So glad I took the time to see what everyone has been raving about.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35DK48QZQRGWL?ASIN=0439023521	A really good book i would recommend to people to read .	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is a great example of people uprising and challenging their government. I gave this book a 5 stars .</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11RP0YBVQE7JE?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you like/love this book you will enjoy the rest of the series, i loved this book and most of the characters</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UV7IJHRPXY9L?ASIN=0439023521	Gripping	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I started this book unsure of what to expect.  But with each page, I became completely in love with the story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1EMVR7IGA0JVG?ASIN=0439023521	Love!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love, love, love this series!!  I would love to find more books like these.  I am so sad that I am at the end.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IEO3F52HZUNQ?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">An amazing read. Highly recommended! I have read this book two times and could easily read it again and again.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SBTT85KQ2LZ1?ASIN=0439023521	OMG! Excellent!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent book, read it in a week (I have 3 kids and was working full time). Great series with lots of twists.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GBKUXRZJD5D?ASIN=0439023521	Great!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked how the author put in unexpected twists at the perfect time. Rue was my favorite character in the book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BWN80YX47HJ8?ASIN=0439023521	GREAT	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What a great book.  Could not put it down.  Love the characters and cannot wait to read the rest of the books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QG0U4WFQK4XQ?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I only read science fiction, so I was surprised how good it was.<br/>Saw the movie first and gave this a try.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2J70FJQTOI3G5?ASIN=0439023521	Love love love	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely love the Hunger Games books!  Each one kept me reading into the night - I couldn't put them down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14RCCID9GXERW?ASIN=0439023521	Absolutely amazing!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The writing is so detailed And vivid I had to force myself to stop reading. I can't wait to read the next two.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRWM3FVGN8KZ8?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games Review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is a very  good read. I didn't want to set it down.From beginning to the end it kept my interest up.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2935UPSFKOV2G?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a Original, well written book<br/>I am Waiting to read the next ones. The movie makes more sense now.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FS27D2W0K8HK?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">All three books atr great.  Have read them several times.  I can not say enough good things about these books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DRVNM3PAYJIN?ASIN=0439023521	Just plainly awsome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love it .the gruesome action and the soft moments had me hooked. I would totally recommend this a quick read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RMBGGIST0CLQ?ASIN=0439023521	FinalReview	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very good book.  Lots of action.  Kept me interested all the way through.  Cannot wait until Book 2 comes out.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1R4LF4YM22QU0?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good book. Quick and easy book to read. I did not realize I had to do a book report because I borrowed a book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LAP6RS601OYS?ASIN=0439023521	Most Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Quite possibly one of the best books I've read! Much better than the movie!  Can't wait to read the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1AD1TTN3LK2XC?ASIN=0439023521	Live the experience.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A gripping story from the first page to the last. I couldn't wait to order the second book!<br/>A must read!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CL820O4E553S?ASIN=0439023521	Great!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What a lovely story.  Gruesome but the message behind it is a great read.  I would highly recommend this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MXWJFFEFDECV?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was amazing!  Much more than I anticipated, looking forward to book 2, and what the story will hold.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SKMRHLWTDO09?ASIN=0439023521	1	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was super awesome. It was super awesome. It was super awesome. It was super awesome. Read the books people.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SPNDR8XOZA3S?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great story. I can't wait to read the others. I wish the lending library would let me get all of them at once.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3F4SN54QU548Z?ASIN=0439023521	Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very easily hooked on it, it's a love story that I would have never expected. Definitely a book worth reading.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ARPRJS674318?ASIN=0439023521	exciting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Saw the movie but it did not compare to the book.  The book was riveting.  I would recommend this to everyone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TEJJLUJ4VJ7H?ASIN=0439023521	WOO HOO	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So exciting! I can't wait for the rest! Love love love it!!!I wish I was Katniss! I can't wait for more Games!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UI6EA1RX4XXT?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games was Awesome !	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome book ! Can't wait to read the rest ! A very fast read. Would recommend to anyone to read this series !</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14VZ5A6MYQQ?ASIN=0439023521	Wow!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's basically amazing!!! I can't believe how this story is so big already and there are still two more books!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3C9B9QOUL2834?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was very captivating. I could not put the book down. Looking forward to the next two. Great writing.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQDY4PGQFDGCG?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best book I've ever read! The story line is great! Katniss is my favorite character! She's a fighter. Love her</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZXKMYHOIAEP0?ASIN=0439023521	Finished in 24 hours	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was hard to put this book down, I loved the plot and the pace of the book, it's exceptionally well written.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TE9XPY1QJVUI?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very entertaining can't wait for to read the rest of the trilogy.  I was on the edge of my seat the whole time</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3775J1NZ18TWM?ASIN=0439023521	:) great read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wish it wasn't written in first person. But that's my only gripe. Excited for the next book:) starting it now!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18FYQIPIZNQ51?ASIN=0439023521	Loved this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very well written. Perfect story line that keeps you wanting more. Can't wait to read the rest of the books!!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MKTK75XF3UVC?ASIN=0439023521	A Joy to Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Such a good book, and nice to know it was free thanks to my prime membership and the kindle learners' library.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12469LKLM24QZ?ASIN=0439023521	Very exciting!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I can't wait to read the  next one! I got hooked right away and couldn't put the book down. Very easy to read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WDT6PYGAWE8O?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved the book far more than the movie. Very well written with good details. Looking forward to the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KDHKSCGBLEY3?ASIN=0439023521	4	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Overhyped? Would not be the correct wording. It is a good book, and i would read the others if i had the time.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12HGG2Q232R6J?ASIN=0439023521	Great!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So much better than the movie (and the movie was great in its own right). A wonderful start to a great trilogy</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4EJ563XQ9VUX?ASIN=0439023521	Love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is an amazing book. I read it four times and still not bored of it. It is one of the best books I ever read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16PYX3TIIQJMU?ASIN=0439023521	This book is awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought this book is a perfect example of adventure and complete excitement I can't wait to read mocking Jay</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VRS488CA0ZH8?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very good story line, keeps you engage the whole time. I never able to put it down.<br/><br/>Very well done!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VEFYF4BPV5UD?ASIN=0439023521	More	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent and now I am finally interested in seeing the movie. Should read the next 2 books quickly this week.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3L0UHWICHZ5M0?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought this was a very good book. I liked that there was a little bit of romance among all of the fighting.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FBRM09G64YCM?ASIN=0439023521	Best of the Bunch	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was my favorite of the Hunger Games books - it had the most depth, but was still an easy, enjoyable read.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LZABERGF063R?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely loved this book. I finished it in two nights. I could not put it down.  Would recommend to anyone</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PD6TYMJASRAN?ASIN=0439023521	Great story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love this book. Amazing easy read... I cannot wait to read the next stories!!! This was very exciting for me!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HRCJ10C96WMM?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Easy to read and much more details than the movie. Would recommend to every age, easy to understand and enjoy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3I2ER307SWP09?ASIN=0439023521	great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome start to finish. The rest of the series should be great. I Plan to start book two as soon as possible.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1A3ZXJJ6NR2Q4?ASIN=0439023521	Rivoting!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a good read.  Could not put it down once started.  Look forward to reading more!  Highly recommend it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R58C0E8Q2HP8X?ASIN=0439023521	great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this book.  It was very gripping, couldn't wait to see what happened next. Now onto book two.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R237GSPDENZXQB?ASIN=0439023521	A good all around book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A pleasure to read, getting lost in this book is very easy just like all the other books in suzanne's library.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8P6VW4AU1YH?ASIN=0439023521	Enjoyed it more than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read, wish I would have read it before the movie. Looking forward to the next book in November for loan.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RR62IQL0P267S?ASIN=0439023521	good story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie which made me curious to read the book. very enjoyable story. the book made things more clear.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1A1HH1C4JDMPE?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book. I enjoyed it very much. Can‘t wait for the second book. worth it to own and to gift to book worms.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2830BHD34MGD?ASIN=0439023521	Loved It	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great Book! Second time reading it and it is still one of my favorite books. I cant wait to read the next two.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R60D8YWTF5CKK?ASIN=0439023521	Can't wait to start book two	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't put it down. Action packed on every page does great job of putting you  right in the woods with them.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGI32AAJOGN5B?ASIN=0439023521	Exciting, easy read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this book, had a hard time putting it down. looking forward to reading the rest of the series</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPO3MKNNZI190?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My daughter told me about this book and I think I loved it as much as she did. I would recommend it to anyone.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25OENK58S60Z6?ASIN=0439023521	Surprised....	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the story and am surprised at how well the movie follows the book. I can‘t wait to finish the trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GZ6IK8F7DUHJ?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved it! It was so great with all of the fighting  and action that made it awesome! The Hunger Games Rocks.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3N8DNIB6V8HK1?ASIN=0439023521	quite riveting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had to keep reading. Well done. Made enough of an impression that I bought the other two shortly thereafter.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QIHYOXCG35P1?ASIN=0439023521	Stellar	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of the best books i have read in years i could not put it down ended up reading the entire book in one day</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IWUUJ9GUZ0KM?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is one of those books you pick up and find yourself completely surprised with. I had mostly written it off as a young adult book and not up to my level, but after several strong recommendations I decided to pick it up. The author did a good job bringing to life the post apocalyptic world that the characters lived in and what their daily trials were to survive. I read all three books in three days and couldn't put any of them down. I felt that the first book was the best overall, but all three were very good and I highly recommend them. This will be my first 5 star rating on anything.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IIPATNCN2KMG?ASIN=0439023521	Best Book I've read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I would consider more hunger games series.<br/>I gave the book a 5 star rating because it was the best book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36KSYJ68G5JF2?ASIN=0439023521	Love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">it was like watching the movie as I read, the book contains more than the movie but it was wonderful to read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HTKZZKDPMKGV?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved it!!!! This book is so cool!! Can't wait to read the next book! I bet it will be as good as this one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13PBKOYCT2QHP?ASIN=0439023521	Love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I would consider everyone to read it I love the book it's my favorite book read it<br/> Please check it out!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NII4N9OP00ND?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fantastic read. You become a part in the journey. I'm ""hungry"" for the next one now. Very well crafted story.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGGR8DEGWZ1NX?ASIN=0439023521	Enjoyed	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Can't wait to read catching fire the next book in the series. As well as mocking Jay before I see the movies.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UI2ZYYQE0L53?ASIN=0439023521	Epic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really don't have to say much. This trilogy, this author, as we all know, is absolutely amazing. Thank you.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LD2J9XH5ACOI?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie but loved the book even more. I could not put it down. I cannot wait to continue the trilogy.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2EO80R2EZTWCL?ASIN=0439023521	Still hungry for more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Got this for a birthday present and had no idea it would be SO fun to read.  You all know the story by now...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXJCBU31213DK?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I just finished the book for the 2 time which is a first because I cannot read books twice. That tells a lot.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10VJL3G99GOJ?ASIN=0439023521	Great read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read..much more in depth than the movie. Able to feel more personal to Katniss and see inside her head.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GL6JK3DU2MEC?ASIN=0439023521	awsome made me laugh cry and sob	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is the first book that I truly connected to and cried over. I love it with every fiber of my being.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20KREXT9F5MT4?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games novel is even better than the movie. I can't wait to read the other two books in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PF5C60LX2NSL?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best book every could not put it down it was awesome love every detail it was great hope there are more books</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KI3DI8S5WATM?ASIN=0439023521	Pretty good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a good book. Even for adults (such as myself), I can enjoy this as a fan of sci-fi and action novels.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34944447WL60A?ASIN=0439023521	do not like the way things supposely happen in the future i ...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">do not like the way things supposely happen in the future i hope they never come dow to this way of happening</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37ZF2PQ6Y5R12?ASIN=0439023521	Love the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">bought for my husband.  Love the movie.  Wanted to see what was different about the book.  Thanks, mary ellen</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2U38XLKB38K6U?ASIN=0439023521	love hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I LOVE THE HUNGER GAMES!! This is a good series!! I love it. It gives you a catch to keep reading!!😱😋😀😎😎</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25BJWE8QI3Q7Q?ASIN=0439023521	AUGH	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing in every way. AMAZING! I couldn't breathe the entire book! Can't wait to start the next! I love it :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PN2BOIOMABLI?ASIN=0439023521	Not bad	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">it was a good book but it needs to have more action. be more specific like:who died and who killed him or her</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21RY2Z9F2HMBL?ASIN=0439023521	Great book...not the same as the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very different from the movie but it gives you so much more.  Just expect alot of different twists and turns.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28KENA6YXH69R?ASIN=0439023521	As good as promised...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed this—and the sequels—which are a sort of futuristic warning for all of us living in the modern age.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LQJX9NWE4ZY?ASIN=0439023521	perfect	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Such a great book...can't wait to start reading the next one! So excited for the movie too. Awesome job y'all</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKD0E3I65RAOE?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved every second of it. would recommend to others before seeing the movie if they have not already seen it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QEJKVMK4DV7A?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't think I would like this book but I enjoyed it very much.  I'm glad this doesn't happen in real life.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YCA2K8CT6378?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Just not my cup of tea.  I will stay with fiction  that  is more relistic and/or history non fiction.  Thanks</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Z1IUHNUVNCO7?ASIN=0439023521	Best book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book I ever read<br/>It really is a great book<br/>I is unbelievable how amazing it is<br/>I love it</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MUJX88PCLZYB?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing page turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book and while reading it I couldn't let go of it. This book is amazing!!! 5 STARS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30SAVX67F1Z35?ASIN=0439023521	great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing book that kept me in suspense and wanted to never put the book down. Everyone should read this novel.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1AA939UOVSQQT?ASIN=0439023521	Boss	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was awesome she really liked me into the story because at first I D<br/>Didn't like it but it's awesome</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28N2MJM1LSQI0?ASIN=0439023521	excellent writing!  great entertainment, and quite intriguing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am looking forward to reading the second book, which I am going to do right now.  I loved the Hi get Games.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SDO3Q4QLHG9N?ASIN=0439023521	This will hold your curiosity...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Attention grabbing from the very start! The movie certainly did a great job but I think the book is better...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RF0MGQJZJS41J?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best book I have ever read cant wait until I read the second book and the third book. Just finished the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1G577JLQXQW82?ASIN=0439023521	A Great Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've seen the first 2 movies and now I'm reading the book! Awesome story! The characters came to life for me!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R382LLG1LMVMR7?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really like the story my brother has finished the series and I'm going to see caching fire in  the theaters</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MRU2UDJA9ZEE?ASIN=0439023521	I loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I watched the movie first and had to read the book right after. They match up so well! I couldn't put it down</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3A4N99TAHB6VZ?ASIN=0439023521	good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">hard to get into reading but very good ending, must read the entire series to get the full thrill of the book</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33805UULL86SK?ASIN=0439023521	This is a great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great book<br/>It took me only 2 weeks to finish I read it all the time because it's so intriguing</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15M25KTC1UQYQ?ASIN=0439023521	Good read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">There were enough characters to challenge the mind and the detail in the story line gave it a feel of reality</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCAETC1ISR4C2?ASIN=0439023521	GREAT READ	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A definite page turner, I didn't want to put this book down, thanks to my teenage nephew for recommending it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LNUIUBJEOPEY?ASIN=0439023521	BEST BOOK I'VE READ IN YEARS I give it 5 stars :)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was the best book I've ever read!!! Thank you Suzanne for the best book:) Can't wait till Catching Fire!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUVRBMES2OY8K?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked the twists and turns and the twists ending with the wolfs<br/>And how katniss shot Casio in the head</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R370Y6GI5EX3M7?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The best book I can think of in the world ever. And, it was filled with action, despair, drama and adventure.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGLSFMGSPC70G?ASIN=0439023521	amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">just like the movie but better. I like how it has the audio already in the book but not very much expression.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UM6MHJXX4C7M?ASIN=0439023521	great!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'd recommend it to any of my friends. Something for anyone in it can't wait to finish the rest of the series</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFDP57TLKO4DO?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's an amazing book about romance and struggles, but in the end, it was wonderful and very enjoying to read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25H38H4FZNPT8?ASIN=0439023521	Great book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a very good book. I couldn't put it down. I can't wait for the next one.  I would recommend this book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MSAN2FKCIJF6?ASIN=0439023521	Wow!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow! Excellent book, very hard to put down. Looking forward to the other books to come, the story is amazing!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VZ238SS8DTY3?ASIN=0439023521	Captivating	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the book entirely. great book for a mature audience.  I can not wait to get started on the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ETFPOMDWTF46?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A thrilling, exciting and well written book. Can't wait to read the rest of this series! A must read for all.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1F7CZD9I40HSJ?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book!  Finished in one week! Would recommend it to anyone! Better in book form than the movie! Loved it</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9VMPF40SXINN?ASIN=0439023521	Km	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't  put it down. Felt like I was right there with the characters. Ready for the next part of the story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TQCSW2LTYHXI?ASIN=0439023521	Interesting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I like the fact it has kept me interested.  I didn't want to put it down.  Can't wait to start the next book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3W1RKFGYLF3QP?ASIN=0439023521	Love it!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wonderful book!! Couldn't put it down! At the end of every chapter, I wanted to move on to the next chapter!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TTRFXCQUYT1S?ASIN=0439023521	A fun quick book with cool characters	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My kids all read it and told me I needed to before we watched the movie together.  Read in one day.  Fun book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RE2OY58I9X3AV?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book! I am looking forward to book number two! I would highly recommend this book to all of my friends.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1P5DKW76R2E0U?ASIN=0439023521	Well written	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read. Interesting from start to finish. For teens and up. I would recommend this book to anyone I know.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BLEMQ9XAXFZP?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a great, easy read even after seeing the movie first! Can't wait to read the next books in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1W5HI3VWVLBBH?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fast read and hard to put down. This book was disturbing but wonderful.<br/>Can't wait to read the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2EVYXKF9XDFJ1?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Yep great very touching can't wait 2read d next book the end was by far the most touching part he err at book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZV3C0QEGRENY?ASIN=0439023521	Breath taking	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book is absolutely amazing. Not one part of the book is slow, but every word keeps your mind in the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1854BD6I03BLP?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Quick read.  So exciting that you just want to finish the book, which is what I did in just<br/> a few days.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGE5GEBIRAODB?ASIN=0439023521	This book is AWESOME	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is way better than the movie it has way more detail<br/>and the book is good if you like adventure</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NV8BBAAS830U?ASIN=0439023521	Intriguing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Saw the movie before reading and I was still engulfed in the story. Can't wait to start reading the next one.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSP0X8YOFTEI4?ASIN=0439023521	Rating	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was very intense it has a lot of parts that gave the book a twist. The book also got very emotional.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1S182DY5E7UYD?ASIN=0439023521	Great book - couldn't put it down!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Such an easy read and so gripping!  I couldn't stop reading into the early hours - can't wait to read Book 2!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2133SNSULN6MV?ASIN=0439023521	So good!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved the movie but am loving the book even more! Will definitely read all of them in the series!!!! Love it!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RLYVVUM7458J?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Better than the movie, which I saw first in theatres when it first came out. Can't wait to read the next two.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14PUINX0LLMY6?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book had the perfect touch of rebellion and love in all the right places. I couldn't put this book down!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KJ9XHO8CHVG0?ASIN=0439023521	So good.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Saw the movie before I read the book. They're both incredible, can't wait to read the next one in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TPN8TFIDN4Z2?ASIN=0439023521	Wow	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Such a great book.<br/>It really left me on the edge of my seat...literally. Really glad I read it. Perfect.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OG10HZLE0WZQ?ASIN=0439023521	Breathtaking	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was amazing and I  couldn't get my eyes off the pages. It was my favorite from all the books I read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OB0UQZNA7NF5?ASIN=0439023521	Hard to put down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My students kept telling me to read this book and once I started reading this series it was hard to put down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LKH9HD03GJ6Y?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is great and when you have finished you are wanting to read the next two books in the series</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QXBSEHFOX7R7?ASIN=0439023521	Hungergames	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very fun good book for teens and older. Different then the movie by far way more details for sure go read it.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZN7872OA4SLR?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book Captivates your attention from the very beginning. Can not wait to read the next one! Get this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32X9BL0LSAFZ2?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow! Can't wait to read the next book! Don't know why it took me all these years to finally read this author.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AFMWP8QOVB7L?ASIN=0439023521	My review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was really good, I couldn't put the book down. Can't wait to read the next. It was a excellent book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1R99Z4B32PMHD?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Movie was good, book was even better! Excited to read the next two books in this series and see what happens!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KTBZFUFSJ0ZK?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I Loved the book. I couldn't put it down. I can't wait to read the rest. I'm hoping the movie is just as good</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RK3RX3O92J9OY?ASIN=0439023521	Page turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I watched the movie and decided to read the book. I couldn't put it down. Can't wait to read the other books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R352ZVNLRMP6BW?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was much better than the movie! So much more detailed. I can't wait to get started on the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2H0JXFOW1EHRH?ASIN=0439023521	NICE	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Its a nice book obiously but the book arrived a bit late and it was bended and damaged but that was okay.....</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FSWKBKR4BJ3G?ASIN=0439023521	Wow	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great couldn't put it down. What aThrill ride. Hope the movie is just as good. Wish me luck reading the rest.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/REXHGTXUIVG6X?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I decided to read the books after i saw the movie. I absolutely love it. I will read the other books as well.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NFPGSVHGG25J?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome book! I thought the movie was great but this blows the movie to shreds! Recommend to all ages to read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWFK3EL31IFJ1?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't stop reading...ed	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was recommend to me that I read this book by numerous people so I finally gave and I couldn't put it down!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1EO2OOQLYF2NM?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book. Amazingly written. I couldn't put it down till I finished it, can't wait to read the other books!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3J8RCU0RSUCZM?ASIN=0439023521	All-night Pageturner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book in three hours. It was totally worth the lost sleep. The love story was an unexpected twist.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKRMGAYE81GL3?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was pleasantly surprised by this book.  It was exciting and compelling.  I had a hard time putting it down!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPSKWAP18ICBR?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book with lots of love, romance, and mostly the battle for hunger in the arena and out of it. Must buy!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFV0RKEFTLMJQ?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Was unsure about The Hunger Games but I wasn't able to put it down once I started reading it. Very good book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1X5H472YLACLW?ASIN=0439023521	Good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good book. Very good suspense lots of action great characters great story line its a good book for all people</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIBMBX5956XSE?ASIN=0439023521	excellent book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well written, and a wonderful alternate reality in which to invest my mind. Can't wait to read the next book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26XOF0NR1ZP4V?ASIN=0439023521	hungee games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">excellent read.  I will purchase the rest of the series.<br/>Finisged book in 2 days i couldn't put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FVKWG956KXH1?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent story!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This kept me reading on and on. I wanted to read my book right away when I got home from work it was so good!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPYCPU1DENPYU?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Can't wait.to read.the rest of the books. This is a brilliant piece. Its better than the movie thats for sure</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RN7WQVELNA3VU?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a very captive book.  recommend to all.  i am ordering the second book today.   enjoy this great read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18NURAM9LP7HF?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this book, loved it and have started enjoying the next book in the trilogy just as much too.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SQQW9DU37N1A?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is obvious why these books ar e so popular! very gripping and you really get involved with the characters.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HCWK06NHW6YN?ASIN=0439023521	Outstanding	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book.  Very moving.  A must read for all teens and adults.  Couldn't wait to read the other two novels.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKNUHC6WLPHB7?ASIN=0439023521	Wow!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My older kids BEGGED me to read this book last year after they had finished it.  I'm late - I was late getting into Harry Potter also.  I finally committed to reading book #1, The Hunger Games, and could not put it down once I picked it up. I think the plot has been sufficiently covered.  I will say that this is one book that has made me fear reading is spoiled for me until I find another book as good, which I'm not sure is going to happen any time soon.  It's that good.  I recommend the second and final book in this series very highly as well, and am looking forward to the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2A8QHF33LXONL?ASIN=0439023521	Compelling, Incredible	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This definitely lives up to what all the hype is about. Enthralling and imaginative. Collins takes this ""1984-type"" story and makes it her own creative genius. I normally cannot stand this style of writing (First-person-present-tense) and I honestly thought I wouldn't be able to get through it just because of the style. But once I started, I couldn't stop. I was reacting out loud, and literally talking to the screen on my kindle as I read through this incredible novel. It's on my favorites list and I hope the second and third book in this series live up to the first. Brilliant!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13I56ZG48DOXL?ASIN=0439023521	A Kid's Review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have recommended this book to many people. This is an awesome read and I would highly suggest it. It is a great book as long as you are ok with the following things: dying, some details about dying and a some sadness. This is my favorite series of all time and plan on reading it again in the future! The author does a great job describing the characters and scenes! I would say the ages for this book should be good for people aged between 12-adult. I also will say that kids under 12 that are very mature for their age will be able to understand, comprehend and enjoy this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11D0A8IWADLH?ASIN=0439023521	Loved the book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I would give this 5 stars. I couldn't put it down. It was very riveting. I can't wait to read the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31771J5I5KJ5G?ASIN=0439023521	Really good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is so creative and amazing that it is just blows you away. You need to read it.<br/>Please check it out.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Q2D27RYMCZN4?ASIN=0439023521	Yes	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Gripping and amazing could not put it down! Ready for book two and three! Highly recommend this book to read</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ELWM8EP3422V?ASIN=0439023521	I loved the book but it was sad when Rue died ...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the book but it was sad when Rue died great book .Stayed up late to finish reading the book ! :)  ;)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VGO62ZB8N2HL?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I started reading &amp; before I knew it 6hrs had gone by! I couldn't get enough! Can't wait to read Mockingjay.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTUOJDRDCI5OS?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best book ever so awesome much better than the twilight saga. Instead of Edward vs Jacob it is peers vs Gale</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTVSY0JTQTRQJ?ASIN=0439023521	An OK read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was an OK read but had a predictable plot.  At least it went fast but I decided not to buy books 2 and 3.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FNOFM3A5BZUD?ASIN=0439023521	captivating	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Troubling premise but great read.  Difficult to put down. Recommended to many friends and family.  . . . . .</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XTDN7H2XR3WF?ASIN=0439023521	Addictive	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was amazing, I couldn't put it down and I was so depressed when the series was over. I want more!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RU73T9R7L4XAH?ASIN=0439023521	awesome story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love the book.  Love the series.  Much better than the movie.  A must read for people of all ages.  Awesome!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R44NJALBQHUOR?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">THIS WAS GREAT BOOK COULDN'T GET BETTER THAN THIS<br/>HOPE THE SECOND IS TWICE AS GOOD. I LOVED IT SO MUCH!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1P7E1OVGF2G0A?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is probably the best book out right now. I can't wait to read Catching Fire and MockingJay.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2J0FVBCOINJ6R?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">the title explains it this book was truly amazing I strongly suggest this book! I can't wait to read book 2!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1F3WNQV7LBK3V?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love it hdhfhfjf huffed ruff  furniture fur r fur three rnr turns hru r turn for fjrioednf forum fnrurir t u</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R207RFN53OABAZ?ASIN=0439023521	Captivating	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Action packed from the beginning of the story. I couldn't put it down and can't wait to start the next book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2H4CRFYZS5JK2?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very good book watching the movie now! Must read this book it is so amazing love prime they have good stuff.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1C6XRC7UWFOPI?ASIN=0439023521	great!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What a great book! More detailed than the movie. They left out a lot of tiny details, but still a good read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PHONG6K2SPTL?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I Can not wait to read the other books then, see the movies. I hope the movies are just as good as the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFB9GKH1KZRPL?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wonderful book. Kept me well entertained. I can not wait to read the other books. A must read in my opinion.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Q43WQOW9XKUR?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is so good! !!!!!!!!!!<br/>I love it. Every thing about it it was amazing! 5 stars toltaly<br/>.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1X0VVK00TMNDU?ASIN=0439023521	good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book everyone should read it I also liked the movie I don't like death though I like how they did good</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NQA6Y303O28F?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Even though the theme is hard to think about, it was really interesting. I couldn’t put it down. Great read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2AUBO5L561HXH?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it! reading it again	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this series.  Very well written and enjoyable for all ages. So much better than the movie (of course)</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WT564OG7SERB?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I think this book was amazing. I really never thought  would love this book but I do. I recommend this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MF97BYFHSB3K?ASIN=0439023521	it was a great and exiting book with lots of action	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't recommend anything because it is really good and I can't wait to read Catching Fire it sounds great!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DHAT1DJL0N8B?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Any book I stay up late to read I consider good.  It has the ability to evoke strong emotions and reactions.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12KYI0C4DM8YD?ASIN=0439023521	Love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Such a good book. Can't believe how crazy it gets! I've read the books about 5 times now, it never gets old.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DB2CPG81YKAM?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book by Suzanne Collins, better than the film. Can't wait to read book 2 and 3. Very highly recommend!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDDA6HREBLZ3E?ASIN=0439023521	great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a fantastic book. I have read it multiple times and it never gets old. Everyone must read this book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3Q4N9T23Z8O0Y?ASIN=0439023521	great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">really good, kept me reading.  I cannot wait to read the second and more.  Now I will have to see the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2AM92L9VYG3UV?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book has multiple parts that catch your eye and you can't put it down.This book is probably my favorite</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TX1R6CPHWK08?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this is a great story. such an easy, exciting read. I recommend it to anybody. can't wait to read the next!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OCQDTH50YT5A?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">couldn't put it down it was amazing coolest book I ever read everyone should read it you will think the same</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3G4L7GFERKLFK?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book<br/>I really liked and I would like to read catching fire and mocking jay.cant wait to read them</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PYUU5F7RDHB3?ASIN=0439023521	Nice book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book is plenty nice, a good book. But several words are repeated, such as ""say"". It also ended abruptly.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KGQWR06HTNPS?ASIN=0439023521	Easy for my book report	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book! Better than the movie. It was good for my book report that I needed to turn in after the weekend</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RJQ3SY1W8NXZ?ASIN=0439023521	it was amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was amazing to me because how they fought though tough times like when she had to take care of him</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8R1EHPQ9YHRW?ASIN=0439023521	Great story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it! Would highly recommend for most ages! I can't wait to read the next book! And then watch the movie</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VFP8EZNKX2JW?ASIN=0439023521	awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I can't believe that this is so awesome it is perfect for anyone who likes action and adventure - great book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CY8B3LBEZKHO?ASIN=0439023521	amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this after seeing the movie. Much more detail and a little different but not much. Great book overall</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NGW506MESD0V?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome and very well written	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">loved it because it's very well written and very touching. it's also funny and humor yo hi the end of book 1</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QIC9SLWU0KFA?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It held my interest and didn't drag. Was a well written,good story. Am wondering what book two will be like.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9L28O5W6DE4Y?ASIN=0439023521	good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">arrived in time, undamaged, good packaging got it for grand daughter hard to find in stores but easy on line</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13C05LUSQAJP4?ASIN=0439023521	Hooked  by the first page	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved the Hunger Games and could not put it down.  I will read the  next two books. Captured my imagination.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UZNRJU318K9?ASIN=0439023521	Greatest Book Ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the most greatest book I have ever read. I am very eager to read the other two books of this series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BK468CI6SMBE?ASIN=0439023521	Riveting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Started and could not put down till finished.<br/>Can't wait to read the rest of the trilogy in the future.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32FSU0GQHVUDX?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing !!! I could not put the book down. From beginning to end, I felt as if I were right there with them.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1EAA03GV6A1B0?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is amazing. I loved every page! From the very beginning you are hooked! I'm starting book two now.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2H7KU5U7YBEKH?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">FANTASTIC a must read along with the other two books well worth buying a real page turner and a real gripper</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2EFCLQF5PZF0S?ASIN=0439023521	GREAT	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I REALLY ENJOYED, EVEN FOR A YOUTH BOOK. LIKE THE IMAGINATION OF THE AUTHOR. THE STORY LINE ITSELF WAS GOOD.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VWVAXM93VVXH?ASIN=0439023521	Gripping	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Kept me wanting more, not sure what would happen next. Cant wait to read the next two books, thrilling stuff</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1J27A901PY43N?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Was a great book better then the movie. Read it in 3 days while i went to school. Exited to read the other 2</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23XOYN3FJPXFT?ASIN=0439023521	I was affected by this book. Loving is hard. Lying about it is harder. This story embraces that idea.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I said it above! Why say more. This is bs... 13  words more; word, word, word, word, word, word, word, done.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VXZ5CSBGBADK?ASIN=0439023521	Entertaining	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I like the plot of the book much more than I like the movie.  Most of the plot takes place in Katniss' head.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5RFHXWOQTE3I?ASIN=0439023521	Must read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well written and I just couldn't put it down.<br/>I highly would recommend this book to people of all ages.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQ8OMMB8N4BU4?ASIN=0439023521	Very good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm not much of a reader, but this book was so interesting that I couldn't help but read it in a week or so.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXJZWAEYYY8WQ?ASIN=0439023521	Read it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing!!<br/>It's even better than the movie! I can't wait to read the rest of the trilogy in this series!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JE0Y65E38392?ASIN=0439023521	really great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Could not put this book down. loved the characters. can not wait to get to the next book. very entertaining.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZL36GP1RDJNX?ASIN=0439023521	Great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read! Didn't want to put it down! Can't wait to read book two &amp; three! Highly recommended for any age.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NSVDOZ26XH2W?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger vs	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was so much better then the movie. Great story  looking forward to the story to continue. Five star</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CMLB5FXD2CR6?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it! I thought it would be different but I really enjoyed every moment and did not want to put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3A22GEBC8C0B5?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it from the start	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Personally I hardly read fiction books but by far the best book I've read. It had me not wanting to stop!!(:</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BMD7KG5A7U11?ASIN=0439023521	Noot just for kids	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">An exciting &amp; gripping story that doesn't disappoint. Looking forward to book 2. Now I can go see the movie.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PWHT8Q8D8QZ0?ASIN=0439023521	Wow	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was an exciting book. I'm glad it was my first kindle read. I'm excited to read the rest of the series.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HMIR70RV4NBK?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved the book. Exciting, a love story, and a dramatic ending! It has lots of action. I liked that about it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R161N96A1U0IQ2?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is definitely a book that you can't put down! I can't wait to start the next one!!!!  It's a must read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21BJUK78W9RBI?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Never a dull moment or dead spot.  True page turner. Looking forward to the rest of the Hunger Games series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R189CRFPGG2D5S?ASIN=0439023521	THG	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">By far the best book I have ever read. I have read it twice!! It's my absolute favorite series of all time!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SA6RJUMK9T3I?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Saw the movie first. Good story line. Can't wait to start the next book. And watch the next movie this fall.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLX6RUGEYEDAA?ASIN=0439023521	GREAT!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was great book, a lot of action and emotion was packed into this. I highly suggest you read this  Novell.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FOGL3VJUGTZ5?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was excellent. I could read it over and over again. The book was a lot like the movie which I like.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRPC4NVL0J0UG?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I recommend this book for everyone young and old.  I can't wait to read the next books. I enjoyed this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SM7H3K3Q3OUB?ASIN=0439023521	Awsome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing book could not put it down once. Of course it's better then the big screen version. It's a must read</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YW4GI3R29JC3?ASIN=0439023521	Page turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this trilogy. This book kept me up nights, as I couldn't put it down. A very exciting read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2V9UVBPXPZ3VJ?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was great. Had me on the edge of my seat from page 1! Great read for anyone looking for adventure!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3B5BWDTKC9TG?ASIN=0439023521	Good Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this book. Hope you enjoyed as much as I did!!!!! Looking forward to the rest of the books.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HWY19DEA81F3?ASIN=0439023521	I hunger for more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent. I couldn't put this book down. Best read I have had in quite some time. My hat off to the author.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JIZUHNKZ582I?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was hard to put down once I started reading it!  I haven't seen the movie, but look forward to it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OIUC83SE8S9Y?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was awesome and interesting, I couldn't put it down and I'm looking forward to read all the rest of them.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15XP2H7CX2NNQ?ASIN=0439023521	Good read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Really enjoyed this book. I really look forward to reading all the books. The book is better than the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RROP7V6FHHNHL?ASIN=0439023521	Just Started	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have just started the book but so far it appears to be very interesting, plus I can adjust the print size.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2D16BDD29PWYM?ASIN=0439023521	Love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love the hunger games! Romantic and sweet best book ever! The action and drama makes me want so much more!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16BDGZ46FQK3A?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book. I have not set and read a book in just 3 days before. I can't wait yo read the next book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMOP3NP9CGPIC?ASIN=0439023521	Unsure	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Because of the general story line, I wasn't sure how I felt about reading it. I did very much enjoy the book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37AJ2DQM66P18?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A very good book. Would recommend to others.<br/>Now I am looking forward to the other books and the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BG9EC6ULSFWS?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the average	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent read.  I could not stop once I started from page one until 374 .  I look forward to the next book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AV58Q9OESIG4?ASIN=0439023521	Great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hard to put this book down. It's not only about political oppression, but about hope as well. Never give up.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHOLKE3XGCA3Y?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read kept me interested was exciting and fun to read, cannot wait to read the next books in the series</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WCJ4K2ED1MVA?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read, better than the movie.  Cannot wait to read the others. How will they end, WHAT WILL HAPPEN NEXT</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2URJBNZO5UKM6?ASIN=0439023521	First book my 11 year old granddaughter really got in to.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">She's not really fond of reading but this book really got her interested and eager to finish.. so I love it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ONNOYCM5E7A7?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is exciting, it keeps u wanting to keep reading and not lay it down. Can't wait for the next book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VDT3NNUV0BPW?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is so much better then I had expected! I can't wait to read the next one to see what happens next!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBU6ST1956QC?ASIN=0439023521	Very good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This trilogy has me hooked. I questioned it at first but now I know I love it and I can't wait to read more.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Y2AMSQQ1FQAP?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Simply amazing from start to finish. i couldnt put it down. suzanne collins is a genius . A true page turner</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2EZ5W5MZPX3IJ?ASIN=0439023521	kept my  attention.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">entertaining I like when a woman can hang in there against all odds...even a young one. I have no more time.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10FO9KSHYPVJD?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great easy read.  It will keep you intrigued and reading to find out what happens next.  This is a must reqd</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRV4GADSXDJGY?ASIN=0439023521	YES!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hooked on this series. Read before going to see the movie - the movie leaves a lot out. Really great series!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LGNEE8RNU6S0?ASIN=0439023521	Courage	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book has action, romance and is also sad. Great Book for teens &amp; adult. Getting ready to read part two.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSMT7E6T5F2QL?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The most amazing book ever its such a beautiful love story. Love it so so much!!!! Reading it over and over!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25N49I84NOVH1?ASIN=0439023521	A cover to cover book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book! Cover to cover. Am highly looking forward to the next two books. Hopefully as good as the first.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29HOTZLH65FAS?ASIN=0439023521	Love	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I can't believe I waited so long to read this book...couldn't put it down :) Amazing, starting book two now.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIZFFORUKA124?ASIN=0439023521	fantastic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">First book on my new kindle &amp; I read it in 3 sittings!!! Can't wait to finish the trilogy &amp; watch the films!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2D49W56VOIJSF?ASIN=0439023521	Easy read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The idea for this story is crazy.  I found myself thinking about Katniss &amp; her fight often. I had to finish.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R311N173Z9HKFP?ASIN=0439023521	Really enjoyable story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have never read three books so fast in my life.  Dont let the title dissuade you from this future classic.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OPKHYLR5FPHF?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is and excellent book i couldnt stop reading but i always do have to stop reading u should read this book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JV25Z4ZSD7VC?ASIN=0439023521	GREAT BOOK	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book is much better than the movie. My advice is to read all the books, then the movie would make sense.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WJWVUOLS4T6G?ASIN=0439023521	Great book,loved it from page 1 all the way to the end.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was such a good book, loved every page turn, can't wait to read book 2 and see how the store continues.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YR8LKY1CRFJZ?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games (Book 1)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't put this book down even though I had already seen the movie am onto No.2 all I can say is BRILLIANT</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WVIGF785QU4C?ASIN=0439023521	great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book and the series. After watching the movie i had to read this book an dit didn't disappoint.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RN9QP4E7K1XIV?ASIN=0439023521	Great series!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This title is so wonderfully written, I had to finish reading the series. I just wish it could last forever!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IEM9JFKPKM8A?ASIN=0439023521	Great book to read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book before I saw the movie and I absolutely loved it. It's a great read for whenever you want.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYK9237G9S7TD?ASIN=0439023521	I love this book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Absolutely great book. This Collins is brilliant and I have read all three of her books now in this series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RZGFPBQWT8VK?ASIN=0439023521	Better	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Better than the movie way more raw and inviting. Can't wait to finish the rest. Let the Hunger Games Begin!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25UDBPWQFMXO0?ASIN=0439023521	Added much needed substance to the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good balance of what can happen in real life and fantasy. Easy read but too much focus on details sometimes</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1J1485JDI53HA?ASIN=0439023521	excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Really enjoyed this book , actually I could not put it down, much much better than the movie in my opinion!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34U4M0MEJOODE?ASIN=0439023521	Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good action packed book about love fighting and heart or two  young people in love or so on  of them thinks</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XWR5K2A7IE5Q?ASIN=0439023521	Captivating	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">There's a wonderful balance of emotions to reel in a reader for the long haul! Didn't want the book to end.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27IUH44AYY1QA?ASIN=0439023521	it was amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When you start the book it takes a while to get into but after the games start I just couldn't put it down.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUGONEOGKBDQY?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was wonderful and I can't wait to read the second one. I am so  glad I decided to read this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DZUJQ9G1EDD9?ASIN=0439023521	good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book would recommend it to everyone, this was a terrific book I honestly loved it very much good job!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24PDQ9UD3Y6K4?ASIN=0439023521	saw the movies 1st.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Saw the movie so I knew the outcome. But the detail of the book kept me reading for hours. Deep characters.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IL3EG87S8P8L?ASIN=0439023521	Kept me from the beginning to end. Hard to put down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best book I read in a long time.<br/>I can't wait to see th next book. I hand a hard time putting it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RS6GE6OSSO5GI?ASIN=0439023521	fun read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was fun and easy to read. Much better than the movie. I would recommend it to people of all ages.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HKX3I7MK0MY3?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it....The only way they could improve this book series would be if there more books in the series....</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R296SX1L6IQQRI?ASIN=0439023521	book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book so much even for a 12 year old it was so easy to understand I highly recommend this book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SBK6IITQ0H9I?ASIN=0439023521	Awsome book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the best book I've ever read. It had me on the edge of my seat the whole time . READ THIS BOOK!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R76IJU4TEKJ0L?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is so touching and incredible! I felt like I was there the whole time! I couldn't put it down : )</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1J1WK15TCYNO5?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was great and very discriptive. I loved it a lot!I can't wait to read the other two books in the series!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TPYHLIFU1M6B?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was so exciting to read.  It's crazy to think something like this could even be allowed to happen</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6RNHNEFDN6S2?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was better than the movie I have to admit. It was very detailed, and possibly even more romantic.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1M2TZBTPK0U7E?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it, I've read it before and I wanted to re-read it before watching the next set of films to come out.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QF5XGOKH07S7?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">loved it so much so cool an totally worth the money gonna read every hunger game book gonna catch some fire</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JWR8FX5SYORB?ASIN=0439023521	very good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it.  Great book for all ages. Good plot, good characters, and a great story.  I will read the sequel.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FDAA9HDQN3OU?ASIN=0439023521	awesome.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Five stats. Great book. Hate that amazon makes me write a review BEFORE I can read a book. Dumb. Seriously.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FSWA9A5TGBGV?ASIN=0439023521	Not sure	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Haven't read it yet. I think it's going to be a confusing or good book but I am<br/>not sure about it yet.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37S1BXIJUV7S1?ASIN=0439023521	awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was touching and it made me feel like I was there with the characters in the book.<br/>-the end.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16E2Q3JYZCQGX?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best book ever<br/>It's a good book read it<br/>Why are you still looking at this<br/>Go read it<br/>GO</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KLZS3R37KKHH?ASIN=0439023521	Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">good book. I liked it. it was cool. good author. detailed very well.I enjoyed the book. you should to. good</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RS9JAJWZJNPFQ?ASIN=0439023521	hunger game	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book best book I have ever read love this series get this book it's number one and awesome I loved it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1E93NLQ12XFHB?ASIN=0439023521	Good reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Easy reading. Once you start reading it's hard to put the book down. It keeps you on the edge of your seat.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MMVI4QX3Z88F?ASIN=0439023521	great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Can't wait to read the rest of the series.<br/>I recommend this book for any one looking for a great book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHDT77TBWFOC3?ASIN=0439023521	good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">suzanne collins is a very powerful writer who makes you wonder about  what more the world has to offer you.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CVZYD0F8UGQ4?ASIN=0439023521	Death to all	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read! Watched the movie first but the book did not disappoint! Can't wait to read the next two books!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27CB7KPXS6K67?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book cant wait to read the other books in the series you should definitely read this book!!!!!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AIN0MSBYNZCQ?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The first couple of pages were boring but when i got to the middle I was hooked is awesome couldnt put down</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34XBBATXYDUB6?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent book for all ages. I could continue to read this series again and again without being bored of it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2H6BLL6E4T1YT?ASIN=0439023521	awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Highly recommended! A very good and easy read! Can't wait to read the other two books in the series! Great!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1EY8DTMGOYS3G?ASIN=0439023521	This is the best book ever!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I can't wait to read catching fire. I would totally recommend this book!!! I can't wait to watch the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2A9IBNM331CR8?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have read it twice within the past month and enjoyed it both times! At first I thought it was a kids book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1C6SU89R6FM7M?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great story! It was an exciting book to read and a great love story. I read the whole series in a few days.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QA6U3FNYC3SS?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome book, takes place in future. I love katniss, fiery power. Best book I've ever read in my whole life</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIHD09P3KNZ3U?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love that the book goes into Katniss's head and explores her feelings, which were not clear in the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDAXVNP8T5BYO?ASIN=0439023521	enjoy ed it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">the concept was so original ,i took my time reading the story .and enjoyed it . i found it hard to put down</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMOKTPAM8CULJ?ASIN=0439023521	5 stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great story!!!!! I would recommend it to anyone looking for a great book full of action. 5 stars!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RD9E0EPYI5D2?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The author keeps you engaged through the entire book.  It was an awesome book, can't wait to read the next!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XGE3GUQEW110?ASIN=0439023521	Loved IT	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I never read and this series got me hooked i loved it.<br/>great action, keeps you hooked the entire book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFBT5F9I4YHVJ?ASIN=0439023521	I would recommend this book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A good read. Much better than I expected, but I was hoping for a happier ending. I felt terrible for Peeta.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3O8CH3DO4S3D1?ASIN=0439023521	Kept me reading...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put down my kindle!  Great read!  I wish it kept going to tell the story of the main characters.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YB3F2P1FXOGE?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a very good book a lot different from the movie I can  wait to read the other books in this series</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1L6PBRSYJB82N?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Can't wait to read catching fire and then also mocking Jay. Both should be just as exciting to read for me.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3M9DWUVQPQ3R0?ASIN=0439023521	Good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good book. It really kept me interested. Collins really painted a picture of what was going on in the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QI7ILK9QYXCO?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wonderful book!! I cannot wait to read the next one. Mixed emotions the entire time I was reading the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QL8MV6AITSVW?ASIN=0439023521	The Details hooked me	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am inspired as a writer and impressed as reader I now hunger for the second book this was am amazing read</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CZ1F2J7W6FH4?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Liked all of the action in the book and all of the excitement<br/>I think you should read the hunger games</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VT2D9GWBHF9L?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was captivated the whole book. I loved the action and the love story. I recommend reading this good nook.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UK47SAKXOQJH?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">the first book of this series is by far my favorite! but the whole series is amazing! read this series now!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NLW6S9LE22YP?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I would recommend this book. It's a fast moving easy read that keeps you coming back for more.<br/>5 stars</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2N47QL0VN6BAC?ASIN=0439023521	Action pack suspenseful book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The suspense in the book is killer!  When I had to stop reading question kept kept running through my mind.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39X0SPYND855C?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not stop reading it!  And trust me it is hard for me to really get into a book. You should read it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10WCLXCM2DUD8?ASIN=0439023521	Definite read for all	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing book! Loved all the twists and turns! Never knew what was going to happen next! Great read for all!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3T7FGLOFE9R0T?ASIN=0439023521	Good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good book, couldn't put it down.  Leaves you in suspense and wanting more. Ready for the next book to read.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RIOX2DZI9YRY?ASIN=0439023521	GREAT STORY	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">ONCE I STARTED READING I COULD NOT PUT IT DOWN! GREAT STORY, GREAT CHARACTERS. I AM GOING TO START BOOK 2 !</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/REH61F9ZA12AM?ASIN=0439023521	Was unsure but loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wanted to see the hype about the movie so I read the book first. Now I can't wait to finally see the movie.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R223PKT38UWMDO?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games by Suzanne Collins	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A book you can't put down. Amazing and heart breaking. Must read! Love love love love love love love love!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30M42IKSSI0NL?ASIN=0439023521	awsome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">couldn't put this book down, on the edge of my seat just like i was for the movie!!!! finished it in 3 days</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTL0QGQZ5VR6X?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book and movie are different but after reading the book I believe that the movie does the book justice.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3Q0D26HAI4M48?ASIN=0439023521	Well done	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The story line was exciting and made me continue to read but I felt as if it was lacking a crucial element.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RR59YPA4WPTHQ?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good book I enjoyed the movie also as well. Looking forward to reading the next book. Very good author. The</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BSP4JL5B1GOW?ASIN=0439023521	One of the best	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of my absolute favorite books. The action never stops, I never wanted to put it down for even a second!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBORN9HAJ8UB?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed this book a lot. It is a great story. I truly recommend it to anyone who wants to be entertained.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VHJ6UXMCFTFL?ASIN=0439023521	The best	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is the best ever. Would highly recommend this book. Ready for the next one. Love this book. Great</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OGUK5XL5K3XF?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't think it would be this good. I'm looking forward to the next books.  Then I will watch the movies.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32EBKRM82ZCXW?ASIN=0439023521	Heck yes	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome, this book is so awesome. I enjoy this book while reading it. You should reed it or you are wierd .</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCJ7CNIPFMIA3?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The best book I've read in a long time. Great plot, and always keeps you interested. Never a boring moment.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSQBKM007B4ON?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome book. Original story and great characters. I can't wait to read the rest of the books in the series</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KT2PM6F7EPOS?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I like it. It was scary nice. Love it. Fantastic. Awesome. I would definitely share it with all my friends.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RY6J8Y0QPFBQ4?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book because their was a lot of action in the events. Also I am,Team Peeta I feel bad for Gale</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30854ULK1T6CI?ASIN=0439023521	Great reading! Loved every page	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was page turner! I couldn't put it down. It is much better than the movie. I totally recommend this book</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VIZRMW8NMJJR?ASIN=0439023521	My son loved it.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My son wanted this collection and I found it for a great price here. I would recommend this book to anyone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YL9VAWTPI8WH?ASIN=0439023521	fantastic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really can not put in words how much I loved this book. Finished it in one day, just couldn't put it down</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DQW71OMP33ME?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The best book ever it's a nice book with a lot of adventures I hope every body like it and rates it 5 stars</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRFGH1LR4XDO3?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this book impossible to put down!  I am excited to get reading on the second book! Awesome</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CMNPSF2P0KV5?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is one of the best books I have ever read! Great choice!<br/>You will love! Hunger games really rock!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3289Z2YYLU8MU?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!! but...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved reading the book.. great idea. shame that the ending is very simple. could have been much better. .</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35Z51IUNPKJK5?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome story could not put it down!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I would read this again it is that good. Excellent characters and amazing story line you don't want to end!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NAYYYA309MTG?ASIN=0439023521	Love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Better than the movie...going  to download the next book now! Can't wait for the next movie to be made soon</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MD3NRT68GFH0?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">it was really really good . I really think that a person who likes suspense and action should get this book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IMO5OE04GAU1?ASIN=0439023521	wonderful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">great book easy fast read, all my kids love it, they are hurrying each other along to get to the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1O1MYXNVSNSFF?ASIN=0439023521	Best series ever.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I dont understand how this got bad reviews, I loved it. Its so intense and just keeps you in it through all 3 books. LOVE IT. Plus I just realized after I finished all 3 that they are making it a movie. SO EXCITED. but read the book first, totally worth it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVNEIXA9O0Q6I?ASIN=0439023521	Good adventure	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is a young-adult science fiction novel by Suzanne Collins.  In a future-based world with total government control, children are selected to fight to the death on live television.  A twist on the ""roller-ball"" idea, with a little 1984 tossed in.<br/><br/>The first-person present tense is difficult to hang on to.  First-person past tense works better, if you have to use first-person, which some folks do nowadays.  This is more than an average book, but the slow start keeps it from being a five-star book.  I'll need to read the next book in this adventure.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3ICWAA4MD8TTI?ASIN=0439023521	Martin	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This review went perfect for this book because it was well written and it kept me on the edge off my seat.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20GNQGUL1S0D8?ASIN=0439023521	Better than I expected!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was very excited to read through this book and find the so many additions to the movies I loved so much.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PS1GUDBZAWS0?ASIN=0439023521	I wish it's a real game, not political, at least the girl on the fire don't be pretending.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love the story. But I don't like the part of their pretending lovers. Too political and not heroic much.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2C2ZV2JC2GES6?ASIN=0439023521	So cool	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So cool I like your out her books the James or Jack what ever it is I like it thanks for writing this book</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3K1N2VWM2B0BQ?ASIN=0439023521	loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book - I would highly recommend reading this book. The movie was great too! You'll love it for sure!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17HNRZRS9J4UR?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome really good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best book ever total share this book with other move fans better to read the book before watching the move</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/REXZE7YNRR0R9?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the book! You really feel the same emotions  as the characters Who will make it out of  the arena?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKVQNH0CEF9D3?ASIN=0439023521	Holy moly!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">An amazing book! Can't wait to read the second! I can't BELEIVE the ending! Need to read it to BELEIVE it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34MEHHDAEJP1N?ASIN=0439023521	Easy read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Had me from the get go.... I could see the story in my mind. AWESOME. I can't wait to continue the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IV00UH3H3RJQ?ASIN=0439023521	Dylan	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Woah this book .... made me cry  beautiful book<br/>I wann a read the next book<br/>Blown my mind period</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R478A9BPE4A2I?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the pace of the book. I was quickly engrossed. I saw the movie first, but am glad I read the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16U3YASW3MLGO?ASIN=0439023521	one of the best books I've read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">OMG I loved this book! It was so gripping and I couldn't put it down. I can't wait to read the next one!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23YKS2LE97W4N?ASIN=0439023521	Entertaining	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Surprised how much I enjoyed this, since I'm an adult ""old person."" Well written and entertaining.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2I0TC0IB11H0L?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved your book. It is inspiring. In fact I am on the third book. Thanks for giving me something to read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTNGTE1H4XNKG?ASIN=0439023521	Exciting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Enjoyed all three Hunger Games novels.  Very exciting and entertaining.  The final book had a good closer.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LH9EZEM98CPO?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of the best books I've ever read. This is actually my third time reading it. Absolutely amazing. &lt;3 &lt;3</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XHTBNR6TGPM8?ASIN=0439023521	One of the best books ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I would recommend this to everyone because it is a thrilling novel that you can't put down no matter what.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34ZIXPL1Y2SHR?ASIN=0439023521	Engrossing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book is a page turner.  It engages your imagination.  The movie was great, but the book is  way better</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7YDELE3Z3X5L?ASIN=0439023521	good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was an exciting action book.  It was romantic at parts.  The end was a good way to end the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KW38TEIGTGMK?ASIN=0439023521	good read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Much more detailed than the movie, even touch I thought both were great I feel the book leaves less holes.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Q8ZVKTQ1XP6S?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was an Awesome read!! Couldn't put it down... kept me on the edge... can't wait to start the next one</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GW48WV3VBJ2W?ASIN=0439023521	wow , keeps you reading till late at night , great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">could not wait for the second book. I got all the books then. recently brought the movie too. buy them all</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DQ5QZRAECUPV?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Book has so much more detail than the movie, storyline seems to flow better too.  Good read on a rainy day</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3K5YCON3X7JCR?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very Good Reading,I am Reading the Hunger Games #2 now .I would recemend it to Anyone . Great Book  THanks</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SMEA6DVZJ5CJ?ASIN=0439023521	cool	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Cool book<br/>I love the movie and this book I will keep this series for awhile  also I love the 2nd book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LCV8L9VEWVHK?ASIN=0439023521	awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is awesome! Romantic, cruel, strategy..... It has it! I really want to read the second book: ) !</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VQN78IFOJ2EJ?ASIN=0439023521	A must read for series book fams	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was well written n exciting just all around good book. If you like adventure good book to read.loved it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27P6D0SE6H6VO?ASIN=0439023521	Great story!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a good read from beginning to the end.  I'm looking forward to reading the second and third book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UD2TXWSC7VIF?ASIN=0439023521	Great!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had trouble putting it down! Very good! The next two are just as great, it doesn't go downhill, just up.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3L5ML4JXH52JM?ASIN=0439023521	great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Enjoyed reading this! I would recommend this to young adults.  I can't wait to read the rest of the sequel</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QEYLJGAIJF67?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I did not think she expected to go into the arena one more time. That must've been a surprise to everyone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/REHQOTBY6MEJ?ASIN=0439023521	HungerLover	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was the best book I've ever read. It was so exciting and surprising. It certainly deserves 5 stars.  =)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KG46456SNK2L?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book, be prepared to cry, either of joy or sadness. Very good, I applaud you, Suzanne Collins!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FUTDRST9C9LD?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved this series, didn't want it to end. If there were more I would buy them in a heartbeat, great stuff!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AD5HYSDMIIAP?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My daughter kept telling me to read this, so I finally did.  Once started, I couldn't put it down.  Great!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NMOU5CMYTLOX?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The hunger games was a very good book. And it lasted a long time. Thank you Suzanne Collins! Awesome book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NW6SDR1UXOUZ?ASIN=0439023521	Great!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great story.  Kept my interest from start to finish. A real page turner.  Can't wait to read the next one.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXU803KHER2AC?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the third time I've read this book, and it never gets old. One of the best books I have ever read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11BZ20F987NXW?ASIN=0439023521	Continuously thrilling.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was much better than I thought it would be. Can't wait to see the movie and read the other books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1G5473JEVZEQ0?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie first but this was sooooo much better. Best book I've ever read. Catching Fire here I come</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JY96IL7CT614?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked it so much better than the movie... the details of everything are just so much more clear. Awesome</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RV4NLHBCAMZTH?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is an easy read and had my interest from the first page. I couldn't wait to start the next book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BQS5ONGB11QB?ASIN=0439023521	Love The Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book. It's very romantic in a way. And it's a must read! Me and my best friend fell in love(:</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3POE21CKNCTC2?ASIN=0439023521	Easy, fun read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Easy to read and an interesting story.  You will enjoy it.  Moves along quickly.  On to the next book now.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JA5HZEFL0VLL?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it. Would recommend to anyone.  I can't wait to read the rest of the books. I read this in two days.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25UKTPZFP3J2I?ASIN=0439023521	Good story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Easy to read and entertaining. A bit predictable, but I am going to be reading the second and third books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZHVFHA5SXDTO?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Much more detail than the movie. A must read and after I read it I had to start strait into the next book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RL8AYQE3B0G9G?ASIN=0439023521	Loved the whole trilogy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't put down this book.  This world is so unreal and yet so much of it is very real and very current.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JL978GTNDGS6?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome book to read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome book if you like action books and just full of stuff you don't see coming from every page you read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWPKLA74C72AS?ASIN=0439023521	Disturbing, but interesting plot	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good book, but I would not let my kids read this until they are much older. I can't wait to see the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2I88F480XQ6TE?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is the best thing that I have ever read! I read it every day. I can't wait to read the next one!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3J8520YUW4I1Q?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it dowm	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book. I was up late hoping I would finish. I was constantly reading it when I had the chance.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1P9ATQF08Q4K?ASIN=0439023521	Compelling	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was great even though I had already seen the movie! I am definitely going to read the other two.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ND4ZHWFYSLXB?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of the best books I've ever read!! I can't wait to read the other three books and for more movies!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19RU1H5I57O9L?ASIN=0439023521	good and alot of emotional feelings	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I can't consider cause this is perfect  i would not change anything i love it and good romantic love story</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12RD2H27R33Z5?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Even though I seen the movie first the book was amazing! So excited to read book 2. For sure a great read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1S3GFJ9WNXTKW?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I actually meant<br/>To put 4  stars b/c I actually liked this book. It was a little depressing but good.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PIXNA0NS297H?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">LOVE the Hungers Games - along with the rest of the books in the Trilogy! Much better than the movie, too!</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1F10M94QO3TIB?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Really liked this book and look forward the the rest.  I can also now watch the first movie.  2 thumbs up!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TBQ20WERMCEH?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games<br/>So much better than the movie.  Can`t wait to read the next book in the series. Wow!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFNXSSY3JGWGK?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent read. Way better than the movie! I can hardly wait to read the next two. Five stars all the way!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12CQY22H15BUY?ASIN=0439023521	This book is awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Although it is gory with blood,stabbing etc. It is a great book for teens or 11 year olds. Lots of details</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VNGUAEOYESOC?ASIN=0439023521	Good.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Not a bad read.  Kinda fast paced but I liked it.  Will probably finish the last two books in the trilogy.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3O6FP1O99WKCP?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really really enjoyed The Hunger Games. Better than the movie by far! Can't wait to start the next one!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2S5KC15TAUWDO?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'd read it over and over. Can't wait to read the rest of the books by S Collins! Awesome book and author.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OHW8I2SEAKX9?ASIN=0439023521	Hooked from the beginning	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book had my attention from the get go! I'm ready to start reading the next book! It's very addicting.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TMOQ7424QS9A?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is great a bit gory at parts but over all a great read. I would recommend this book to a friend.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PW1M4292PVBC?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well written. Kept me engaged right to the end. Don,t care for books that are to be continued. That's all.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BEVLJK69N4AP?ASIN=0439023521	Great plot, strange situation	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Not having read the book, I liked the movie. My son and wife liked it too, but said the books were better.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31MFETP53GRXW?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">AWESOME the ending was great can't wait .to read the next two books.h hope they are just as good<br/>More</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30MQTK56ZEA2L?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing loved this book  best out of the whole series can't wait to read the next one this book is on fire</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RA4BBTCFW2XBD?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't believe my friends told me this was good book it ended up being one of the best books I ever read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XBA1Q4PT8AFG?ASIN=0439023521	Good reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this book. It definitely held me captive. I read it in less than 24 hours - more like 12!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UTRDLQTHZG74?ASIN=0439023521	good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">GOOD love it. Came fast, works good, look forward to ordering fom here again. Hope this helped you out. (:</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1AT4H6787VIOC?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great price and I loved the book! Made me very interested to read the next two, which I have already done!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R375RR2BOFG52L?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a good book. Looking forward to reading the next two books. enjoyed the book better than the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MWVF4T5Q9832?ASIN=0439023521	loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I truly loved everything about this book and would not change a single thing about it.  What a great read!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3E6CFWTT2IYHV?ASIN=0439023521	Love it!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Simply amazing! I am sure t be reading the rest of the series with no shortage. I love Katniss a whole lot</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2F0WRHQB49IC6?ASIN=0439023521	Was the movie better?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is a page turner and the plot keeps you on the edge of your seat. Still, I would regard this for teens.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YCNR0Z6J8997?ASIN=0439023521	Could not put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed this story the author really draws you in. I was on an emotional roller coaster the entire time.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29RD7JFIFNNM7?ASIN=0439023521	Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a Great read.  I think it is much Better than the movie.  I look forward to reading the next book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R371UGMFZE7I58?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Thrilling! The girl is so amazing and easy to fall in love with.She always seems older than she really is.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TFCE62BQ50RT?ASIN=0439023521	great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i wasnt able to put this book down... its better than the movie with all the things that was cut out of it</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNBXOMVB4LHO6?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a great book. If you love this book get the other two books! Trying to finish the third book now.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CVSGXBORRSR7?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was nothing of what i expected and im so glad of it. I loved this book, and i loved the romance.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HTO2R8ML7GPJ?ASIN=0439023521	Love	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book! Even got my parents to read it. cant wait till the movie adaptations come out for the sequels!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KI9ROQHR91GV?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">didn't expect to like it but was pleasantly surprised cant wait to read the other two books in the trilogy</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R311A7GXR6LZ2H?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is amazing. I get so sucked in that I feel like I'm really there! You should definitely read it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2S8SL4WQASI16?ASIN=0439023521	Tears joys never knowing twist	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely loved this book. it brought tears to my eyes hope and sadness and i cant believe how it ended</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1A1AIVOIX82MJ?ASIN=0439023521	I loved this book it kept me on the edge of my seat!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is full of action, drama &amp; love! I hope that the other 2 books have the same sense of adventure!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OWPBR28DYLJW?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A definite page-turner! excited for the other books and to see what else is in store for katniss and peeta</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Q1WV30R1RDFO?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie first and then read the book. I was sucked in from the start. I cant wait to start book 2.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FN6UZ7LKALUE?ASIN=0439023521	fun read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good story. especially for teen lit. I look forward to reading the next two books. one two three four five</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PIC7T1A1SPOY?ASIN=0439023521	Simply amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is amazing! I wish i would have read it before i watched the movie though!! so much was left out</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UKJG14I2UTHG?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The author does a wonderful job of combining many of the themes presented by Orwell.  This is a must read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHRLUI2JPPGU2?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very Good book ready to read the other books.  Couldn't put it down hope the others are just as wonderful.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2G8BKD8WB9FNM?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent book! Couldn't put it down! Read it in one week flat! Never read a book that quickly. Easy read.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KR8JN6D4SMAG?ASIN=0439023521	Enjoy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book from front to back, kept me entertained the entire time. can't wait to start the next book soon</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKLA66TMTJZ2T?ASIN=0439023521	Delighting in a horrifying theme.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins' first book of her Hunger Games series was quickly paced, believable without being predictable, and entertaining to read despite the horrifying content theme.  Apt descriptions and authentic characters clearly illustrate the scene and scenario as readers are faced with an unbelievable (and believable) tale.  I found Collins' style to be excellent for the young adult audience and also think it will introduce to young adults the concept of criticizing the world around you without becoming a cynic.  The heroin might come through in the end after all...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RD9TWHHKMEY5F?ASIN=0439023521	hung on the games :)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm now finally old enough to read these books! I have waited and waited and waited now my parents have decided it's ok to read.  Then I thought wow this better be worth my time. and it so was. Here's some advice if you read this book<br/>be ready to read all three books you just can't stop on the first. Oh and you have to love Rue in the book to love the series. I finished this book in a heartbeat oh and watch the movie to but don't get too excited. Well that's my opinion. and I give it a five star and a resounding thumbs up!  READ IT .  ( that' a command) :)</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UM74Q6KSY96K?ASIN=0439023521	None	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">never thought peter was so strong cant wait for mocking jay i want to marry peter whos with me am i right</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3V457CA1I6AZ2?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I throughly enjoyed the first book in the hunger games trilogy.  I can not wait to start the second book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2R0A4DI0V9544?ASIN=0439023521	This book is amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It had twist and turns . Also cliff hangers around every corner . It was so so good it was awesome !!!!!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YDPRU5RXLKF3?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">loved the book series!!! Great read!!!! and not just because of the movie!!! Book was way better anyways.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14MGTGLLYDQZN?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book is way different from the movie the movie left out a lot of the books details I loved this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UDQJDOFOEA12?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Movies were great but these books were better! Suzanne Collins is a great world builder and story teller.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WIYU37S3Q383?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">1st of the series... loved it. I found it to be a fast read, but it kept my interest all the way through.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NI7KA57N1CH5?ASIN=0439023521	awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">very awesome book I recommend other to read it because it'll be something you'll enjoy a lot. it's a must</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22OCN131RIU5T?ASIN=0439023521	Love it!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book!! Hate having to wait till Friday to get the next one! I like it better than the movies</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2R6B09RYRD5U8?ASIN=0439023521	Awasone	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was awesome thrilling and really good. I can't wait to read the next book. I give it five stars</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28UIIB200ICK6?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book. I'm starting to read the second one right now. It was so suspenseful. It was amazing.!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LO56929V1485?ASIN=0439023521	I really enjoyed it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed it!! Kept me interested all the way through and now reading the 2nd book on the series!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17RKZB1KY0QVT?ASIN=0439023521	this is the fourth time I've read The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Every time I read this book, I find something new.  It's so captivating that you just cannot put it down!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VH9SMMNJWWQZ?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a good and great and violent novel and I l liked this book very much!  Thank you for writing it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30AJXVQ60FT27?ASIN=0439023521	good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked the book and can't wait to read the rest in the series. It kept me interested all the way through</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28EQL85OSRPNV?ASIN=0439023521	great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Really good book and a great story involving the lives of people who go against what they are forced into</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXGYWTJ7V7LJH?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this a coupl of years ago and couldn't put it down. I read through the trilogy in days! Must read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KMF07A0NKXV?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome and sad I loved every single word and page<br/> of this extraordinary pierce of art. I love this book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1V8I7SN57Y6ND?ASIN=0439023521	5 stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Such an amazing series keeping you always on edge of your seat. The movies are no comparison to the books</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R75T9SCADXWAI?ASIN=0439023521	Loved!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Enthralling and easy read. I had seen the movie beforehand and I thought the book was just as super good!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBVJR7NDR5A38?ASIN=0439023521	awesome!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I gave the hunger games a five star rating because I enjoyed the cliff hanger and the element of suprise!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNI10TD6A4QPZ?ASIN=0439023521	HUNGER GAMES	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best book ever!! Totally reading the rest of this series! I love the Hunger Games!! I loved this book. :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDTT8TKA7STS6?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love the book. It is intriguing that I can't put the book down. I highly recommended it to all readers.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IKRON97R6DM9?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was purchased as a gift for a family member, who said that they did enjoy it. No issues at all!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1EI9G0O8UDBAI?ASIN=0439023521	Omg I love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">amazing I have never ever read such a good book before it might be sad but it's very interesting in a way</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RF71JPFFVJ2BN?ASIN=0439023521	great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked the book because it had a lot of action. Goooooooooooooood booook. I love this book AET. Hogg. Gh</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGHWM51SMYVI7?ASIN=0439023521	Great series!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great series, i love this book! If you haven't read it, you should before you watch the movies!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJOTTWQGGMP68?ASIN=0439023521	Would recommend to all fiction lovers	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great story line, well written was hard to put down. Can't wait to read the next two books in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JY5ELIJ6Y3BY?ASIN=0439023521	good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Nice it was okay fr me to read and it was very entertaining for metro comprehend. I would reccommend this</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2K4YCFNULL78J?ASIN=0439023521	A favorite	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it when I was in high school, and still love it 5 years later. Definitely worth your time, promise.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JUXXTZD0LFQ5?ASIN=0439023521	fantastic read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Absolutely love it and shared with all of my friends and family. Can't wait to reread it again and again.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RY0QSXP95L0FL?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this book hard to put down highly recommend this book can't wait to read the other books</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YYHGV63DJMQ4?ASIN=0439023521	good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked this book it was good<br/>I would definitely download this book<br/>I had no problems with it .</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BH6T1E8VT6UA?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a great gripping emotional read worth it in every way.  A must read for anyone out there.  Great</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NXINIRGDHAC2?ASIN=0439023521	Nice	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I think this book is very interesting and is hard to put down.<br/>Suzanne Collins is a very good author</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9V9SKMG3PERX?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The first book is awesome. Three books were just not enough. This book did a great job of drawing you in.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7M1HW6957WIL?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I started reading this book out of because I was curious. But it was so good I just couldn't put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36GA8Z6X55804?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The story line made me want to keep reading and wouldn't let me put this novel down, it was a great read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Y0T59Z15T9UG?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it, so much better than the movie!!! Can't wait to start the next one!! Can't put it down, awesome!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DC6E5V0X6Z2F?ASIN=0439023521	Tristen Talbot	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book it is better at describing and i love it there were a few difrent things like pettas leg</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RX2JI7035N9VN?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good and easy read. It's pretty exciting and you'll want to keep reading. Can finish the book in one day.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKNPWMGXU8LBF?ASIN=0439023521	Great Thriller	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book. Hard to put down. Can't wait to read the next installment and where Katniss and Peers end up.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCAJ53NNY0LBK?ASIN=0439023521	read the book and watch the movie again	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">read the book and watch the movie again. Read it over and over again. Ordering this book was easy - do it</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZIUCW77G4V1E?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie first but the book was better! I can't wait to read the second one and see the next movie</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RW21KJP0S1ETO?ASIN=0439023521	Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good story but a bit to graphic and lovey dovey. The entire idea is great, can't wait to read the others.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DNRLSXZ3EVL?ASIN=0439023521	I loved this book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Game, was a great read. I found my self not wanting to put it down! Can't wait to read book 2!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMKRAOOZOJ9XM?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome book-very well thought out	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I chose the rating because it expresses the feelings I have for this book' very very good book I loved it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RT5PEK2WFE63C?ASIN=0439023521	LEAVES you wanting more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Darts out a little slow, but it picks up and has you yearning for the sequels.  Looking forward to book 2</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KL8GO6X62U3E?ASIN=0439023521	Katniss Everdeen & Peeta Mellark	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book! May read it again. Katniss &amp; Peeta are made for each other. Can't wait to read Catching Fire.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18997G8FUU3AO?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing story of survival	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is great from beginning to end. The anticipation will make you never want to put the book down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3E503F05GFMJ8?ASIN=0439023521	WOW!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put it down!! I was sucked in from the very beginning... Can't wait to read the next one!!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JT4I331LPAL0?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put this book down. It's one of the best books I have read in a while!  I highly recommend it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGKM4N87QGV6V?ASIN=0439023521	Love the book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I luv this book because it has romance, action, and drama all things I like in a book it deserved 5 stars</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23AH2U8D7WXEU?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a great book, I couldn't put it down at all<br/><br/>I would read it again and again<br/>Thanks</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33T5SXZDNPEBE?ASIN=0439023521	Suspenseful and intriging	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book keeps you in suspense. Hard to put down. I am looking forward to reading the rest of the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3S6ADQXMBHYHB?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent read!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Keeps you hanging on to every last word! Could not put it down, a must read,you will not be disappointed!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWBDBUXWCVEWR?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love it!!! It has me addicted. Now on to the second book. Can't wait to see what they have in-store next.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3A713Z98Y30GY?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A great book and a great movie...a rare find! It was an easy read, too. Can't wait to start the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HOH50Y68JT0Y?ASIN=0439023521	Great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games was a great book. I read it in less than a day because I could not put it down for long.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HS6H5KSC52C8?ASIN=0439023521	Book one	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing read! I had a hard time putting it down! Now I'm excited to read the next book and see the movie!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10IS7VD3PQRLE?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked this book read it after I watched the movie, book was way better! I hope the next movie is better</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20EFFSHZ0LW16?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't put it down. Loved it. If you are looking for an easy read then this book is a good one for you.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R98CXOFDZBOYA?ASIN=0439023521	BEST BOOK EVER	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I highly recommend The Hunger Games! It is my new favorite book! I am really looking forward to book two!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIIE6Y9BXNL26?ASIN=0439023521	Outstanding!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book kept me on my toes. I always wanted to read more and now I wish I hadn't quite finished it yet.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8W51E91QWRQT?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good the hunger games was a fun book to read,I think they could of went into more detail during the games</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31TD0F0GSC1MX?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it and can't wait to read the next one!  I felt as though it was well written and kept my interest.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQJCM7QRWBJ7G?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book  was highly publicized, so I wanted to read it before seeing the movie. I couldn't put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NFDUMM37A93U?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The story is compelling and the characters solid enough for me to be able to feel like I was in the world</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RD2Q9J2R28AS8?ASIN=0439023521	Looking forward to book2	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was very easy to get into and remain engaged.  Can't wait for book two.<br/>Love my new kindle.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36PO8BDDKZKLL?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book! Now off to reading Mockingjay.  I may even reread this later, who knows. I give this 4.5/5 :)</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MDMS9HMJ2OOB?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put the book down. This is a great read for everyone. I can't wait to get started on part two.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39MTE793NQXB1?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I chose this rating because the book keeps u glued to it. I would recommend this to ages 10-16 in my mind</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FMMQ0Q8SR6BT?ASIN=0439023521	Great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Totally engaging, I couldn't put it down. I can't wait to read the sequels. First book I've read in ages.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BFEP64020HYN?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good book. I'm not a reader but finished it in one day. Can't wait to read the other books in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LWD8ZOD4BWC0?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this was a great book. Its a book I would read over and over. I have recommended this to everyone I know.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KXPIWCAJGWVR?ASIN=0439023521	Good Story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was an enjoyable read.  It lived up to the hype it's gotten.  It worth reading if you have the time.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RF28P5LVT06LP?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing beyond belief	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It kept my attention the whole time. I didn't want to put the book down!! Everyone should read this book!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NB2Y1THSWVMO?ASIN=0439023521	Great book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing book and story.I recommend you get the audio book and read at the same time! Read this in a week!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6XMSPWD1OJUP?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent storytelling!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Finished it in less than a day because it was that absorbing!<br/>A true start to an even better series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34OUCUZSRAYSE?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">We read The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins. Lots of death. Lots of action. Lots of love. Good date book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13KQTR886X4BK?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not put it down.  Great book.  Full of adventure.  Easy writing style.  I loved every word of it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2U70R9NW64PE1?ASIN=0439023521	I loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book. Every chapter left me wanting more and I'm so happy there is more books in the great trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QBAQTB2Q0K6U?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I think that it was a great book. I can't wait to read the next book. I really want to see the movie now.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DVRT4ENOZEAC?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome Book:)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This Book was well worth the read, and money.  Loved the series which i already read.  This is worth it !</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18BT37VJX918H?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was not that bad I think you should read it you can also use the same thing with the same thing</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVY3ZNJ7KSBHU?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book. I couldn't put it down. I'm looking forward to reading the rest of the series. Just good fun!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PSJ4VRBKTGX1?ASIN=0439023521	Good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a really good book.  Holds your attention.  The story line is a little graphic for kids under 12.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13D38J2VAWNM?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow so much the same as the movie but a little  different  because u saw the movie before I read the book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJXUSPWFZXUVR?ASIN=0439023521	Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good. Loved it! Wonderful. Could not ask for a better book. Reading all of them! Yup. Yup yup yup yup yup</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2X9CQMU2HFTZW?ASIN=0439023521	GREAT	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">First time reading in a while and I'm glad I chose this book. I couldn't put it down, just breath taking!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DIT5I7SGIRS8?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is such a Great book! Gets better every time I read it. Hunger Games is Definitely a must read!!!!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27MMW5EFBSIUH?ASIN=0439023521	Addicting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I finished the book in just a few days. Very addicting and I couldn't wait to see what would happen next.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KT8OSIHZVH76?ASIN=0439023521	One of the most addictive books	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book, I couldn't put it down. Very like able characters and a plot that kept me wanting more</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R84FVA2RN1M42?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read. Very well put together. Can't wait to start the next one! Hope it is just as good, or better!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Q7YQG4AJH54E?ASIN=0439023521	great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">thanks, book was in good shape, now i have the complete set, thanks for the great price, keep selling, !!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2O0QPZWEN2P9J?ASIN=0439023521	Love it.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I feel like I shouldn't have to say anything about it, but I have six more words....six more words. Done.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UI5VWJUBPEG4?ASIN=0439023521	Interesting 1st person narrative.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very enjoyable read. Ready to start the next in the series. The movie was very true to the original text.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZSDL49XFNQVJ?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent book. Slow at first then it just entangles you. Cant wait to read the next books in the series!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RISWQUKN56Y46?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read. Highly recommend for everyone. Going to read the other 2 books now, hope as good as this one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R187ZJC47C9EV6?ASIN=0439023521	Easily amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Easy read that sucks you in and leaves you wanting more.. can't wait to see movie and read the next book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2026L254R7ZZZ?ASIN=0439023521	<3 HD	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i love the hunger games so much i always think books are better than movies it tells you more about it!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MX3MXH5JIPAM?ASIN=0439023521	Love this series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This series of books has kept me riveted  unable to put it down.  And my 10 year old twins feel the same!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWFWLKANA0IOZ?ASIN=0439023521	Read this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book is amazing and trilling i would say everyone needs to read it cause its awesome i lov this book</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QYUQHJVZQNF2?ASIN=0439023521	An easy, very engaging read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldnt stop reading this book. i kept reading until my eyes were burning and only then would i stop...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YLS1SQVT6I49?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So much more to the book than the movie offers! Love love love!!!! I cannot wait to read the other books!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PXI9OY8AL4LE?ASIN=0439023521	Very powerful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read this so i could compare with the movie. Amazing book! Couldn‘t put it down! Now on to the next book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLDDY4V4LT2KU?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hope the movie doesnt fall too short. That usually seems to be the case. Except for ""The Town"". cant wait</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BSABI8M7RQTN?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome Awesome Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it!! fabulous book - never expected it to be such a fantastic book - could not wait for next book!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Z6ZS3V5KG9X9?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a very well written book. I cannot wait to read the entire trilogy! well done by Suzanne Collins!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25LKWYOTR0RBR?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldnt put it down! Great book and the second gets even better. Great for adults as well as mature teens</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RR2PG3XY0BBUT?ASIN=0439023521	the hunger games - love!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">great book- love love love- I enjoyed reading the book- it made the movie make more sense- now on book 3!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R69K6L8AVOWYZ?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book and couldn't put it down! I read the book in 2 days. Can't wait to read the other ones.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5O41XE4KLR5A?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely loved this book!  I cannot wait to see the movie in March 2012. The entire series is amazing</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LQLCJFDD0DA8?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm addicted.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3EPJ0PFGLVP9J?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A great read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PHP8LBS0DY4A?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MLGWM92ZUPII?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was one of the best books I have ever read. I loved the emotion and you could just feel the action!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VX7MPHW3ATFF?ASIN=0439023521	Book One	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am a survivalist, said so this book kept me interested.  I am really looking forward to the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQDKMH4UH95YV?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is probably my favorite book and I cannot wait to read the next book in this series, Catching Fire!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3R42XW5HOEBKI?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved all the action and fighting. I didn't really care for all the prep time before the hunger games.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FBKCLIEBFGJ5?ASIN=0439023521	Good but scary	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is interesting but very disturbing. I will read the sequels. I'm not sure weather I like d it.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16YHPV5VFLJTK?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fantastic! Well written, holds reader's attention. Have read it more than once. Don't miss this trilogy!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1K8FLJXIKXUZ2?ASIN=0439023521	Great book and I think the movies have done it ...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book and I think the movies have done it justice.  Grabs you right off and demands you to read on.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FTL0Q28LO864?ASIN=0439023521	Amazon wouldn't let me read the book unless I submitted a review stupid!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good read I have to write twenty words oh my god great book this stupid process gets minus 1000 stars!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJFYNZ7HLHEN?ASIN=0439023521	Awesomeness	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is great it really keeps you reading I did not put the book down. I really recommend this book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2H0DFLB4HR4OF?ASIN=0439023521	Must read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Much better than the movie I'm glad I finally read it<br/>Looking forward to the rest of the series now</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1G5HHIIMRXJDJ?ASIN=0439023521	The slaughter games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow! A fake love story twisted in to an action book. Brilliant. Why having I read this sooner! On to #2!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2W6ZF3NM55N8A?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome  book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book. The book has so much more detail. Time to start on the second one! Very very excited.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BT0DP6IZIWU?ASIN=0439023521	Wow! I can't hardly wait to start the next book! what else is next after winning the games?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Packed with action always looking forward to the next line. I am hoping the two will end up in a romance</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BOYDPJU4LIED?ASIN=0439023521	Great!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great!!! excellent book, I just love it, it traps you in the first 20 pages, reading now catching fire!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2EYRJUVHV23PN?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was the best book I have ever read!<br/>I can't wait to read Catching Fire and The Mocking Jay!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YNVN3P4E4IKB?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suspense was great. Enjoyed the character development and the plot had many interesting twists and turns</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MWTKYK7SF508?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love love these books.  I have read them like 3 times and thinking about reading again before November</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WK5869759KSJ?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">That was the greatest book I have read in a while. Suzanne you did a splendid job on all of these books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5ECRQI103DFW?ASIN=0439023521	Exciting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is full of action. It starts out a bit slowly so it took me a while to become fully entranced.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RCFSJZ54MBQE?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book. My 5th grader loved it . I think younger children need a parent to rea through it with them.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R242SUQTT44PSO?ASIN=0439023521	good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked it it was a good book with mystery and trills and adventure and a little bit romantic 👍👍👍👍👍</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HFIASR57WYLE?ASIN=0439023521	amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was awesome but only read if your age 8 and up. There is a lot or violence. This is my favorite book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NTD31PD4X779?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is one of the best books I have ever read. The storyline is great. Easy read. Keeps you interested.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QB472SA7IX34?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Action, violence ,and more great hope you like it as much as me and I think you will find it interesting</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TUGJFSE89OHW?ASIN=0439023521	Best book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">it is a very good book it has a lot of action! I am eleven so I would recommend this book for ten and up</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3L4IV0C9IF72Q?ASIN=0439023521	A very entertaining read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A very enthralling book with a look at how things could become if we are not careful. Very well written.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PPR7CITKE5DJ?ASIN=0439023521	loved it.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing book!!  I love the way it is written and how much she is clueless about the love he has for her.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15P6TQJWRAEFA?ASIN=0439023521	I have never read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have never read this book and have only seen the movie. Forced reviews are not genuine. Thank you. Bye</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29SM70I322JL2?ASIN=0439023521	Interesting book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it! Kept me engrossed throughout. Wish I had bought the set of 3 rather than buying one at a time.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3L8KLLWCIEP1X?ASIN=0439023521	not enough	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">not enough on who fought who, with what weapons? goes to who and how they might attack and how to defend</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZFMY65UF0C69?ASIN=0439023521	awsome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Was the most gripping book I have read. Could not stop reading! Will be reading the next two books soon!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YN07IL6O2LUT?ASIN=0439023521	amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing I love it the best book I've ever read can she write more sewuals please forever thank you. Emma</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VJE6WNZJJD1Q?ASIN=0439023521	I love it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book. Katniss is such a strong character. I have probably read it ten times. Who can resist?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VB8M8HT4AF4F?ASIN=0439023521	good book at any age	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Can't wait to read the next one! I'm middle aged and still enjoyed the book. Not just for young readers.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GI332X3JYNOL?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it!! I read all three books with in a week. I will definitely read this series again. A must read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30V31H4DJGH44?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games Fan	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great story for ages 10 - 100. Looking forward to seeing the movies, too. Have read all the books twice.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRU4QK01TMY07?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this series.  I read this one in 5 hours, couldn't be it down. A stranger recommended this book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKUSOSI5RC9ZW?ASIN=0439023521	awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it.  Loved reading from Her point of view! Easy and quick read! On to book number two!  Can't wait</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MSWMHXFLJXCK?ASIN=0439023521	L	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was good until the end you have to get the second book then it gets awesome that is when u get hooked</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RN9AAEOSCUPCX?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Better than the movie. Super fun and fast read!  Can't help but be inspired by katniss and all she does.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10LGRVR9CATXT?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book you should totally read it some time In the future you will never want to stop reading</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LC38QKP2TMDV?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My daughter asked me to read this book. I didn't think it would have been so well written. Very graphic.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FVMW0S98FKO7?ASIN=0439023521	Gonna read the next book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">How could you not get the second book?! You can't find any closure with the way the first book ends.....</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SK0OPHT926KQ?ASIN=0439023521	the bomb	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a great movie, would see it again and again and again and again and again and again. Fantastic!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39Q0FPDTBKQV9?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent book. I learned a lot that I missed in the movie. Anxious to move onto the rest of the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YBZHM5R2RB2A?ASIN=0439023521	Wow...amazing...didn't see that one coming	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Zoomed thru this book. All else took back seat in my life til I read this trilogy.... Want more of these</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NSN734GCFYIS?ASIN=0439023521	Love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Why did the book end like that I loved that book at the same Time!!!! :) ;) I love that book so much!!!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDFQE35UK16VC?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was good book better than movie explains a lot more to. I can not weight to read the next to books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKVL4CG4ZKQYL?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great and thrilling read! Probably one of the best books I have read and I can't wait to start the next.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NX59LCJUL1LR?ASIN=0439023521	a very good book luv it a lot	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book has a lot of interesting details  this a really great  book that perfect for awesome ppl :p :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AVMTBYQZEZ24?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very good book. I was impressed by the world that was created. It made me want to read the whole series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2S3GM08U49WXU?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Could not put this book down. Have not read a book in a long time that had me wanting more. Great read!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2I1R3E5K1NX7F?ASIN=0439023521	FUN	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great easy read, can't wait to read the second book. It was hard putting the book down. Enjoyed it much!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1N8IBOR9ZDZ61?ASIN=0439023521	Love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was well written, lovely and entertaining book.  I felt as I was in the book, feeling t h e emotions.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HNVHRGQ53HUJ?ASIN=0439023521	a Page turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoed this book and was never bored of it.Can't wait to read the other books by Suzane Collins</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2H1EFZXYRE30D?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Ready to read the second book. I found myself ignoring my husband cause I couldn't put down the book lol</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TL2GSR2VZUTB?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book kept me on my toes the whole way through!!!!! So very well written and has so many plot turns.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2S8S0BXVYXZY8?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was great.Very detailed I felt like I was there. Better than the movie. I couldn't wait for the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TCJPAGHISBHH?ASIN=0439023521	Rate	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome book better than u think. People should really read this book and all of the other series. :) :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTU4IMQ32NIYG?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was even better than I expected! I couldn't put it down. I am going to start the next one right away!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IW0I8ADBWQ5M?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games makes you hungry!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book makes you keep reading, it will never let you down! Such a good page turner! I loved this book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27XB027STXN25?ASIN=0439023521	Beast	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was the bomb it was the best book ever I would read it a million times best book ever!!!!!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FTDRXPRKYZMP?ASIN=0439023521	Very catching	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved this book every time I wanted to put it down for a break something new and exciting was happening.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DVWFSTS8V4TB?ASIN=0439023521	Captivating	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't put the book down. Can't wait to read the next one and see what happens with Peeta and Katniss.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IVB0APPJZKNR?ASIN=0439023521	GREATEST BOOK EVER	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought it as a great book, so many emotions. I cant wait to read the next book. It was just wonderful</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10ZIJ4YFRD463?ASIN=0439023521	Action	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The best book I've ever read! Nothing beats The Hunger Games! :) I can't believe how great this book is!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2B2P3LPB72LLK?ASIN=0439023521	Surprising	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This didn't sound like the kind of book I would enjoy reading. B o y was I wrong.  Couldn't put it down.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SHVNMNIRU6SA?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Literally couldn't put it down. Read this book cover to cover in two days. Best book I've read in years.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UK7UKSX7GZ0M?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Totally exciting! It's one of my top ten favorite books of all times. I can't wait to read the next book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R159ZDGI7RAHN9?ASIN=0439023521	Very riveting... and we'll written	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A must read! Keeps you on the edge of your seat and wanting more! Can't wait to read the next two books!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2T4K7G8MX50T0?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is an excellent book and its great to be able to take it with me on my iPad and iphone.  Love it!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWNYMLC52OCO8?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really love this book!!! I gave it five stars because it was so good it had me glued to it for days!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZQ28E1BCSOHV?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is one of the greatest books I've ever read. I just can't wait to read the rest of the trilogy</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZV3JYBIS0EGX?ASIN=0439023521	Five stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved it and I hope other people who read it also enjoy it. There was never a part that I didn't like.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6HAB4ZHLGRQA?ASIN=0439023521	Page turner!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">We'll written book. Could not put it down! My so. Who is twelve also ready the whiole series in 10 days.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DQK40RN0DD21?ASIN=0439023521	Better than I expected.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A pretty good read.  Now I want to read the next one.  Much better than the movie.  Hard to put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1J0QYLAQUE2VZ?ASIN=0439023521	COOL	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome book I loved it this book is absolutely brilliant different type of book I read but a great book</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYBCHUX7BLB7Q?ASIN=0439023521	Reading for fun	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great! Good reading. Fun for all. A story for young and not so young. Share with all your friends today!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NZLXDMW2XHQ3?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very good read! In fact, I can't wait to read the next book in this series! I just couldn't put it down.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSMAAVHIIMKGL?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I just love her writing style. The way she keeps your attention drawn the whole Tim  is why I am hooked.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QJOCR62TWBI8?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I watched the movie when it was in theaters and was excited for the book. It was better than I expected!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JVP8SMDEGPTY?ASIN=0439023521	Radiant	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put it down. I was living the story with the characters. A must read. I totally recommend it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32L9BEAJTPOUD?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thoroughly enjoyed this book and I would highly recommend it to any of my friends.  I Read the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2AQBP1OBBGUU2?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the book. Can't wait to read the next one. Couldn't put the book done.<br/>Finished in no time.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11SPSVYF21G0X?ASIN=0439023521	Love it !!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best book I have ever read. So much more detail than the motion picture and helps y you understand more.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2W72G8QXTSR4O?ASIN=0439023521	Good Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Even though I saw the movie before I read the book it held my interest and I didn't want to put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MVC6R3N5YKSV?ASIN=0439023521	loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the movie but the book is even better. I would recommend this book to all my family and friends.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GL353GKBJ893?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's a very good book. it kept me hooked from the very beginning. I recommend you should read this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWTB4MV41VL9V?ASIN=0439023521	Great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not put the book down, every scene was as riveting as the next! I would recommend this to anyone</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25M3DKOFB527T?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Easy captivating read!  I read the entire book in two sittings and didn't mind staying up late to do so!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28ZJB1ADCDUGO?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesomeness, can't wait to read the next boo. Glad I cab read then before the movie comes out. Thank you</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XG8DCRZL07KL?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">it was good! I can't wait to read the next book. And the other book. Suzzane Collins, you are<br/>Great</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RB2P84J5T2DRN?ASIN=0439023521	The games rate	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is amazing one of my all-time favorites I doing think it could have been written better at all</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FB855D63FKA8?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Its a good book I really like all the mixed emotions there katniss has to deal with about peeta mellark.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R303OTEPUF3SUM?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book because you can get really get sucked in the book while you are reading it .Its Amazing</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33TQ55C0REBVP?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a really good book. I love the author as well. Very interesting and has a lot of action and stuff</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24DLY43ZF4XZE?ASIN=0439023521	I love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book it is the greatest it is the best book in the world I can't wait to read the next book</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLFN13S8NLHL3?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was absolutely amazing· You feel like you are actually with them in battle.  It is a must read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KQKJQN9QD3M5?ASIN=0439023521	Engrossing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book captured me from the start.  Now I will have to read the next one fur sure when it is released.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MVBIDGOSHEIL?ASIN=0439023521	May the odds be ever in your favor!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book! I have read it many times. I love the way Kat and Peeta have a love hate relationship!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R310C4HJ8TWPG?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was so hooked on this book! I couldn't put it down at all...  I can't wait to start the second book!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FNMYGDZGHR25?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Easy read and lots of suspense!  I immediately bought the next book in the series and can't put it down!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RU9OCPAY65N3I?ASIN=0439023521	I love this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I recommend this book to everybody and I wish I can rate infinite stars out of five read all three books</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/REQ9YHVDUJLL3?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Didn't want it to end! The book gave details that the movie didn't so it was easy to follow and exciting</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R43MYW72FD5BI?ASIN=0439023521	Great easy read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If your looking for an exciting easy read, this is the book you have to read! I definitely recommend it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZZXFU8C3OXSY?ASIN=0439023521	Interesting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a page Turner. Wondering what was going to happen next but kind of left ot too far up in the air.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25E2E1HH7UIWL?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Such a Captivating read.. thoroughly enjoyed it.. can not wait to read the next one in the trilogy =-) .</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GJK1T0MD0FTH?ASIN=0439023521	HG	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Absolutely amazing and interesting on so many levels. i cant wait to pick up book number two and three !</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FM4SX96H3K01?ASIN=0439023521	Full of awsomeness	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome  book keeps my eyes glued on the screen  and is very detailed and is full of action and romance.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UDA3B2PSMKHY?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best book ever. i never read anything like it.  awesome book cant what to start the next. so cool thanks</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLJ6K6QMAQO17?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">more than I expected was very impressed cant wait to read book 2 to find out what happens next loved it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2G9ROTPBER922?ASIN=0439023521	Love it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't think I would like this series but I ended up loving it. I couldn't put it down. Very engaging!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SV43RG4J5QVX?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">At first I thought I would not like this book. Several pages in it hooked me and I couldn't put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPAXNZSF9VXQU?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent read, quite enjoyable	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was nice to sit down and enjoy this for a Summer read.  I would recommend it to a friend.  Easy read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLCJJ1NQ4FIR5?ASIN=0439023521	WOW	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This I think is the best series I have read in my life. I read all 3 books in 3 days, it's that good!!<br/>This is not the usual stuff I read (I read romance books) but all I can say is WOW. This book will get<br/>you hooked from start to finish regardless of what you usually read and I'm soon to be 30. There are over 2000<br/>Reviews on this book but I wanted to leave my 2 cents still. I only bought this on my kindle so that my aunt could read it<br/>And what do you know I ended up finishing the series before she even started it. Buy it, you  won't regret it!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BKUU6W7D2GJG?ASIN=0439023521	Love	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Team Peeta 100% I love this book even more the second time around! Can't wait to start the second book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Z2C15QEYDRUN?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Sooo much better than the movie. I love the mocking jay part of the story. Am looking forward to book 2</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VIAA6FL7TKYL?ASIN=0439023521	Beautiful. This book and the book Divergent make me ...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Beautiful. This book and the book Divergent make me think of how this world can end up. Mostly the U.S.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SMIRF5XK45P8?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed this book. It really made me feel like I was there with all of the characters, and I like it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXOGAWICK42A6?ASIN=0439023521	good book, can't wait to read the next one	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The whole idea of the games is repulsive. Society should wake up and hope we don't get there on our own</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LCISZL01XBHR?ASIN=0439023521	awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really loved the book I'm now in love with the hunger games series it's about the best book I've read</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDJ6PDLM88MMN?ASIN=0439023521	awesomeart	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was awesome can't wait to read the next book  so action packed and romantic loved every second of it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10Y16XYGILKWD?ASIN=0439023521	excellent book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book and story. The narration was well done Tho some of the pronunciations were a bit off..</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VFRPW5H33ND?ASIN=0439023521	A Great Allegory!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A Great message that truly reflects the times in which we live, if we look beneath the surface that is!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3U47X5LYVNRIS?ASIN=0439023521	Finally finished the series so I updated my rating.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Finally finished the series so I updated my rating .  Starts slow but improves as u get further into it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Z46BALT3VJZM?ASIN=0439023521	good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is a really fun book to read and there are a lot of adventures within the book. It is worth the read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NLCDAHX4LEN0?ASIN=0439023521	This is a great book with likeable characters	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great book with likeable characters. You will not want to put it down once you start reading.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HJ7Q2XG4Q3IN?ASIN=0439023521	Loved It	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read it after I saw the movie and still couldn't put it down. Now I'm going to have to read them all.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2F5CHEFOMECMX?ASIN=0439023521	great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book!  Read it in less than a day!  Reading all three in a row. Can't wait to finish them!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2C0DVHADTR62A?ASIN=0439023521	this book is number one i know I'm only 10 but i love the Hunger Games there written smoothly and so goooooood!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didnt dislike anything i know I'm only 10 but the Hunger Games are awsome thet the hunger games begin</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RY9OR1V7Q57U0?ASIN=0439023521	Just AMAZING. Has you itching for more!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you want a good book to read cause your a bookstore. The Hunger Games Trilogy is the one for you!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SGSU2PTNM5YK?ASIN=0439023521	Action	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Lots of action. Great story. A little too much romance for me but still great. I do recommend this book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSGGDULL77UJ1?ASIN=0439023521	the best book in a long time even thought the begining was boring it was worth it and this is coming from a 10 year old	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked it all!The love the killing the confusion EVERY THING ABSALUTLY EVERY THING GOT IT OK OK GOT IT</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JQ0X3K572U7N?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent adventure	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good for young adults and grown up people too.  It's a real page turner!  I couldn't put the book down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DUE181PMBO8V?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I just loved the tension of the story and the outrageous plot twists. for anyone who needs a good read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RZ6VTZUG6SLT?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book I awesome  It shows so much feeling and I just love it !!! I love  Katnis she  I  my favorite</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZAC3D9WZFJLV?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is one of the best books I have read in a long while!!! Can't wait to get a hold of the next one(:</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3EIS544KWCDUL?ASIN=0439023521	I love this!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book. Can't wait to read the others!!!! Best book I have read in a long time!!! So awesome!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QEBG2EMYZ4X3?ASIN=0439023521	Adventurous	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book I could not put down it was very good but it does get a little sad overall it was a good book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4CT614HHM617?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">OMG AMAZING loved it the hunger games is awesome couldn't take My eyes off of it getting the second one</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VGPG2Y3IXQUX?ASIN=0439023521	great!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book! Love how it is so detailed. Feels like I was there can't wait to read the rest of the books</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PUVZB0TPC9QZ?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book was really interesting. It was very engaging and katniss and peeta are such a cute couple ! !</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIRV5BVQ9PAZC?ASIN=0439023521	wonderful read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could barely put this book down. Finished it in only two sittings. Cannot wait to read the next book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HB7IAU3IJWGX?ASIN=0439023521	Pretty good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Nice suspense story to isolate me from the real world for a bit. A lot different ending than the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33KSYEVXCTLB8?ASIN=0439023521	great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">best of the 3 stories…loved them all.  I wish there were 3 more stories to follow, maybe there will be!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQ64ZB317FZIU?ASIN=0439023521	wonderful gripping tale!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved the book. Couldn't put the book down. No wonder they made a movie about it. Read it in two weeks.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R239F2UADOHROF?ASIN=0439023521	I love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Five stars can`t wait to read book 2<br/>Awesome book series so awesome it's like your in the book :·\</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROHSPVQG69BZQ?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was just an amazing book that I could not put down I loved it<br/>I will have to read the next book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FEXARH00VKGR?ASIN=0439023521	amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book will keep you turning pages way past your bedtime.Trust me if your a big reader get this book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVLMGZF8D3VNF?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved the book so much more than the movie! Move on to the next book within hours! Well worth the time!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R84M4H5SPAST?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book will be a true classic and is one of the best books I've read. If only they add one more word</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CPJDSQ3TEYEB?ASIN=0439023521	good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a good book to read. better than the movie. bought the other 3 books to complete the collection</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QNZZSU7OOO8N?ASIN=0439023521	Best ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A very good book with good storyline. I have never read a book like this before. Very Good job Suzanne.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GP47XJ1SEMLZ?ASIN=0439023521	Lived it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read couldn't put it down, can't wait to see if movie is as good, adrenaline and tears great book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TG7YU93RKPDC?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger Games is a great book!  Once you start reading it you don't want to put it down till you finish!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14THP8R4HYV40?ASIN=0439023521	brilliant	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">loved the book more than the movie - it is one of those classics that you can read over and over again!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLU5Y3KXCKDSY?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I finished the  book in two days just couldn't put it down bring on book number two. Very well written.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QW9TZK5JJBF2?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I definitely recommend this book! My second time reading it and it still makes me want to cry or laugh!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Y1CVFM396E97?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good book for not only teen but adult also .. can't wait to read the second book would recommend series</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1J6DBVRTHHBLV?ASIN=0439023521	Awsome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I Don't like to read but this book was the best book ever<br/><br/>and I think you should read it too</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R396P98VOBDYK0?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put it down it is good that peeta did not eat the berries because he would be dead if he did</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VL1CMUS59POD?ASIN=0439023521	1st Time	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Enjoyed it very much!! Can't wait to read the next book, as soon as I get it downloaded this evening...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2P97PG5AYUHE8?ASIN=0439023521	Captivating	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">THIS BOOK IS CAPTIVATING FROM THE VERY FIRST PAGE.  I COULD NOT PUT IT DOWN.  IT IS A REAL PAGE TURNER.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NY2H7CKW5Z87?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is one if my all time favorites!! It is absolutely amazing! This is a must read for everyone!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2E7SYX62FS11M?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent even for adults	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book is hard to put down. Well written and with a great imagination. Good for both kids and adults.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3J7442M0FIWJV?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed this book, would recommend this book to others for sure. It was recommended to me by my kids.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SNT8MGLM4DYW?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever! (:	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a good book I really really liked it I know I will read the whole series now get this now.NOW!!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32HQISKBBIDU?ASIN=0439023521	Riveting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Such a fast and easy read. Sucked me in from page one. Done in two days. Can't wait till the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20GOBKQF7A7O8?ASIN=0439023521	Exciting, page turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read until my eyes were shutting - couldn't put it down. Cant WAIT to start the next one.  Great story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3S8XS0IT8TS37?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book! I was not sure if I'd like it, but I really enjoyed it.  I am excited to read the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13FTSM78GUKZR?ASIN=0439023521	Captivating	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't put the book down! Each page kept me wanting to read more and more! A great read for all ages.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KNFR0VZ39D2C?ASIN=0439023521	Wow!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was so gooooood. It really bad a good story line and kept me intrigued. I finished it in three days.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZHT4RSMGZMOK?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Keeps you hooked from start to finish. I highly recommend it. I can`t wait to read the other two books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCVX635DKDBDS?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Gets you hooked right from the start. It's an easy read and I would recommend it to all ages. Loved it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6SSPSNUP7QYT?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Only took me a day and a half to read. Couldn't put it don't once I started! Way better than the movie!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RK3TR4TRA3T8Q?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger hunger game	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The hunger games. This is a really good book. So good I could not put it down. Everyone should read it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20AKGS26CN873?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was completely gripped from the moment I started reading and have not been able to put the book down.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39OPVU4IEX6QS?ASIN=0439023521	Best book I ever read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the best book I ever read it had so much action,drama,and passion Suzanne Collins is a genius .</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27LDEXOKGEZR7?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The first book was  awesome!! I couldn't put it down!!!<br/>I 'read it from cover to cover in 4 days!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NYIMLOXKKGQZ?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book! I used to be an avid reader, but stopped for a while. This book renewed my love of reading!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OIUVLIJ4OJVY?ASIN=0439023521	What i liked about it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved how the author pulled me into the book and it was like i was watching the movie. It was awesome</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23BB10FMBV8LJ?ASIN=0439023521	Very good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A very good story keeps you coming back for more sorry I am finished already. Ready to start next book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PWBXUKGCPLI8?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good read<br/>I love when a movie is much better then the movie. I would recommend this book to others</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SDNHQFYNC4Y?ASIN=0439023521	My review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is an inspiring story of two people fight others two the death just two get food for their sector.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1V34M1LCXNG9N?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a very intense book. me and my cousins love reading them. Ive read them 8 times. They were good.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GWXFNEVG8DTO?ASIN=0439023521	The best book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book it is a really good book I recommend it to everyone<br/>I can't stop reading the book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDL0IG3MMIMID?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best book I have ever read!! I was crying and smiling through out. I couldn't wait to buy catching fire</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VR444UP6Z4TT?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Can't wait to read the next one. So many things happening all the time you can't help but keep reading.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RW24ZWU8HM907?ASIN=0439023521	Waiting t o see how it turns out in book 2	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book wasn't' hard to . Put down as some have Been. Waiting for book 2 to determine overall opinion.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R372B8US4C3YAB?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Slow start but then WOW!  Kept your interest to the end and wanting to read the next book and the next.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7PF0LGY7COUW?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was awesome to read. I could not stop reading it! It was so greatly written and put together!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DR5QBKK8MLYO?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book. Very engaging. Glad I read it.  This is the first in a series that I am looking forward to.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RC114XPYXBYHQ?ASIN=0439023521	loved the book better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">great read, better price, i prefer a used book but has to be one that doesnt look super pathetic either</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1L7T1BSJTUU8P?ASIN=0439023521	enjoyed it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Recommend it to just about anyone and it is way better than the movie. Six more words are required yes.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3B0UHU63KP2JH?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was amazing! Cannot wait to read the rest of the trilogy.  I could not put it down! Awesome!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3O0K2ICOWVLCF?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A page turner for sure! I can not wait to read the next book Catching Fire. Much better then the movie!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TALMXDXV996P?ASIN=0439023521	Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It came in time and there is nothing wrong with the book and i liked the book too so yeah its all good.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16NCDMESFD8BC?ASIN=0439023521	Great read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book really kept me interested, I couldn't put it down.  I can't wait to read the final two books.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQFUWAGMAVHJZ?ASIN=0439023521	great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put this book down. I  cant wait to get my hands on the 2nd book! what going to happen next!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HK8790O0AFI4?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">was a great read.  i really enjoyed it and so did my kids.  i would recommend  it for everyone.   great</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3N15KUFUZRNSA?ASIN=0439023521	great story!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wanted to see the movie but thought I should read the book first. I‘m glad I did. What a great book!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1O24IBBQKUGCC?ASIN=0439023521	good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the book and am looking forward to reading the next in the series.  it was a pleasant surprise.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IVBR37Q7ZA9I?ASIN=0439023521	very entertaining, I just couldn't put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was so interesting I just couldn't put it down. You simply want to know what's going to happen next.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3EPJY4OG68NCH?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fast and easy read, I never wanted to put the book down! I highly recommend this book to other readers!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCIUHQJXYVX86?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really am enjoying this series. It took the movie to get me started, but now I'm hooked.  Great read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TPZ1DQX63367?ASIN=0439023521	Disturbing and touching a book for every age.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book struck a cord in me. Few books manage to leave a mark with me anymore so many lacking in emotion deep enough to disturb ones thinking but this one did. For it's short length this book managed to disrupt my dreams and consume my mind not letting me go for a moment. Katniss for all her faults manages to win your heart and make you feel her trials. With each twist in tuth this book takes you for a ride you won't soon forget.<br/>I recomend people of every age to read this it may be a teen book but has the intesity to touch those of every age.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZXAIIHHKQMI9?ASIN=0439023521	Sparks!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Finally broke down and read this trilogy while on vacation a few weeks back. Did not expect to read the entire series in a week, however, once I started I just could not stop! I enjoyed this authors previous series as well, so I guess it should not have surprised me, especially with all the amazing reviews, that I loved this one too. It might not be for everyone, there's definitely no unicorns or rainbows in this series, but there is raw emotion that makes you care deeply for these characters and the horrific obstacles they have to overcome.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R211KAEJGSO153?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a great book. I can't wait to start the next one. No literally, I'm going to start right now.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1J7IOPFOB3BRD?ASIN=0439023521	love this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i love this book  i am obesed it is so good must read best book ever a next two books are just as good</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Q7FEW9O83W1V?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent !!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie first and enjoyed it very much. I found that reading the book was even more enjoyable.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3G3IGWCXN82C8?ASIN=0439023521	Second time!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've read this book before and it was just as good the second time around!  It was still a great read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36KD71T7CFOIM?ASIN=0439023521	Didn't like it so quit	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't get past the first few chapters.<br/>Maybe I gave up to soon.<br/>Didn't like it so quit.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30SD556REXFRW?ASIN=0439023521	Great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Interesting easy read.  Van't put it down! Full of themes. Not a love story it is much more than that!</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JV7LL90FPEOP?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I fell in love with the book. And I'm only ten! It is one of my favorite books. I also love divergent.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RB5DFZ36568Z?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book. I could not stopped putting down and I finally finished I bought the rest of the series..'</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XCQ3V74FBG4E?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie first, and was so happy to learn that it pretty much followed the book!!!  Great Read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NQW30TOCU51D?ASIN=0439023521	A wonderful book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is a great book it has romance and adventure at the same time. It is a wonderful book for everyone.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1S4MJA08I0JUU?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good book. Loved the twists at the end and a strong female protagonist. Peeta is a great rock for her.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRAL9FX9BH3IU?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A great book. Much different than I expected. It keeps your attention from the first page to the last.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3W4SJ1N66BYTQ?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The movie didn't capture everything like the book was able to. I can't wait to begin to read book two.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UFOAESN76XQ5?ASIN=0439023521	Best book by far	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I never put the book down and kept wanting to turn the page because it was exciting and super creative</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MRN1XHSU5T2J?ASIN=0439023521	Total page-turner!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put it down.  All 3 books were great fun. Highly recommended for a good, fun and easy read.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34QBI7CLYJ0AB?ASIN=0439023521	riveting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The movie was great but the book took it to a different level! It is well written and keeps you going!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3O5MOXRFXZVY1?ASIN=0439023521	great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good story keeps building as the plot unfolds all the way to the end!<br/>You will enjoy it for sure.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LAGFG0EIFA1N?ASIN=0439023521	Very good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book but it's too long but I still think people should read it or at least see the movie.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DJ90FYTGTS2P?ASIN=0439023521	good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie prior to reading the book.  I  feel the book was a very good read with lots of action.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3U2MI8367QB2S?ASIN=0439023521	AWESOM	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book!!!! It is so detailed and inspiring. This book changed my life and my point if view.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RAPBHTTHQ83T5?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't put it down.  Had it read in a day and a half.  Great book.. can't wait to read the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZA2GKBVS39EQ?ASIN=0439023521	Good Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Didn't think I would like this book, but my son suggested it for a good read. Really enjoyed the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZJ9BLFLPTS8P?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was amazing so much detail a suspense and was awsome and will always be a favourite of mine.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1J9N6WWT7TKVV?ASIN=0439023521	Great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the book! The author really knows how to catch your attention and suck you into the action!  ♡</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFN10F2G3CVVF?ASIN=0439023521	Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good don't bye it just sample<br/><br/>  Good movie should see it my mom loves it I do to great book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10G8NFRDAJVK1?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book was great. it had everything I wanted in a book. lots of action and a little romance. loved.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R195E3252GDMWC?ASIN=0439023521	A great read even if you've already seen the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Highly entertaining. A quick read that you never want to put down. I can't wait to read the next book!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RETQ2QH2U6JGV?ASIN=0439023521	I LOVE PEETA I WISH I WAS KATNISS	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this heart touching novel I so wish I was beautiful ,strong , amazing, never give up Katniss !!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PPVGDYZC7UUZ?ASIN=0439023521	Great. Best book ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is a really good book. It is also way better than the movie!!! I can't wait to read the next one!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18RALV6N1L7QA?ASIN=0439023521	Waiting begin the other ones	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I recommend this book as the entire idea of Panem society is a reflect of the actions our own society.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XMKTGVIKHUJG?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Game	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I seen the movie and know the book  are a lot better. I would recommend this book to everybody I know.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2J89AROYK8PMT?ASIN=0439023521	Very Good Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Didn't think I would like the book or the movie. A friend convinced me to read the book and I love it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UW2V5AB7CFWD?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was so fast moving .'  That you were actually in the  places they. We're.  I give it 5 stars</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2270Z1C0OR0UL?ASIN=0439023521	A great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">THE HUNGER GAMES WAS A TRULY GREAT BOOK.IT CAN STAND THE TEST OF TIME  WITH MANY OF THE GREAT CLASSICS</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R393YPTOXBV56V?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very intriguing. Left me hanging at the ! Going to buy the next book soon! Love the movie too!<br/>:D</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2183TA9P9ZETM?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Really good book. Now, I want to read, her other books. Very happy I started with this one.  Good read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ENAO2PEU4CM5?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't put it down loved it. Just the right amount of emotion. Can't wait to read the next book soon</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37RHIR5J6PSE2?ASIN=0439023521	Heartwarming	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A very good read, a different kind of story with love, friendship and loyalty. I could not put it down</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30MFNQRXFIO61?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I would say this book is just like the movie! I Think u will love this book just as much as ido!!!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28T55FNITA4WN?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger pains	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">More hunger games I love the book go Suzanne cc Collins on her amazing book that she wrote I loved it.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XNXWF2R5UXM?ASIN=0439023521	Would read again	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Obviously for a younger crowd but still was a good read.  Will read the next book as soon as possible.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1N8MCDSMQ9KZH?ASIN=0439023521	Awesomeness	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is definitely a book worth reading (no lie)!! No wonder it was such a success in the big screen!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TXCKELZPX9TY?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger gamer	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So emotional. Couldn't put it down. I read the whole thing in less then two days, couldn't put it down</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12MO652NGJW3S?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read. Written with great talent. Wish I had read it sooner! I can not wait to read the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OYL1AAJY1FKM?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This a great book to read.  It was full of action and clean romance!  I would recommend it to anybody!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QD1S21WQEUUH?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put this book down and can't wait to start the next.<br/>This one tops my list as of late.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVC2IG6Q2REJG?ASIN=0439023521	Kept me hanging	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">it was hard to put the book down. It's action packed, and full of emotion. Can't wait to start book 2!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JNWV0B4A8FMK?ASIN=0439023521	AWESOMELY COOL!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">That was one of the best books I've ever read! I can't wait to read the next book!!! AWESOMELY COOL!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTZ6U63X6VO7F?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book is an exciting read. I can't wait to read the rest. It is full of action and makes you think.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2R78L0UDPJ8P7?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't put it down, I LOVE it! Very highly recommended to any one who loves an action and love story</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AP5AJBDP8EEQ?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I think Suzanne Collins did very well on this book I would give it a nineteen out of twenty great job!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34JOHF2YAO4AK?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a amazing the 60th time I read.It was a great book for young avid readers and Harry potter fans</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNCSM1GWNK6O?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best book ever everyone should read it. It is very detailed. I can't wait for the next book! Loved it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14OAB7CRVCQ55?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A wonderful book that you can hardly put it down once you've started. Can't wait to read the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38H71I5EEQ29A?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So hard to put down, I loved all three books! Easy to read, and very entertaining all the way through.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1AGP61LHUAU3B?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is good and entertaining and awesome it feels like u are in it and watching it when u read the book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Y2900R0RDWNJ?ASIN=0439023521	Love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best book ever!!! I love it and can't wait to read the next one!!!! I can't wait for the movie!!!!!!!!</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROKF4JO668R3U?ASIN=0439023521	Stormy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent the 2nd time too.  I read the series way too fast the first time!  It was just as good time.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/REMAGMP2I81VO?ASIN=0439023521	Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I like the book it is interesting and it has a lot of excitement. I  like the setting and other things</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PD3E73DYHOWC?ASIN=0439023521	Worthy read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">HG is every bit the excellent YA novel it has been reputed to be.  I can't wait to read the next book!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JG808C70OPZ5?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A real page turner. Every time I thought I had this book figured out it went in a different direction.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39DUUSW9W3YG0?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great Book, better than the movie, now to start the second one and hope it's just as good as the first</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROPN79U2E5PIW?ASIN=0439023521	Love or hate	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very exciting, keeps you on the edge of your seat. Makes you want to keep reading to see what happens.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11ZKK0SZEG1XQ?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book, couldn't put it down. Loved it. Would recommend very much for any age. Read in a few days.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XLW07PAV42JG?ASIN=0439023521	Captive	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book held me captive for two days straight. Can't wait to read the next. Bring it on Hunger Games</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PJLOYCXU5UKB?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved the story, the writing, and knowing that there is more to come. Can't wait to read the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20ETWO6YRG7DJ?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a very great book I enjoyed every bit of it I would recommend reading this book and the other 2</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4K9UTKS4ST9D?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was what I was expecting it to be .... amazing!  I really enjoyed reading this book so much!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PWENI6GXR7LA?ASIN=0439023521	Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Pretty amazing. And a lot better than the movie made it out to be. Loved it more than a few I've read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11YI07N9KPY11?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This whole series is awesome I loved reading them on my kindle he this book is a must have five stars.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19QSOOX39D2XQ?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was great!! I normally do not read a book after I have seen th  movie, but I couldn't stop reading.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RL0ARJ8VF4GXS?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book started a little slow for me but very quickly caught my attention and held it until the end</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RO15TMB2JWC7R?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Just a really good read. No real complaints. I can't wait to read the next books. I am hooked to sure.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHJN73TEXK4EG?ASIN=0439023521	Worth the wait!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I waited to see this movie until i read the book and i am so glad i did! Cannot wait to read book two!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3L65GOW7HAJVU?ASIN=0439023521	GREAT	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">COULD NOT HAVE ASK FOR A BETTER PRODUCT.SHOWED UP IN A TIMELY FASHION AND SEEMS TO BE HOLDING UP GREAT</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R205V2KLY2SBHK?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book's amazing and purely awesome. The book took my breath away. I can't wait to read the next two</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3K6BDV01FF57S?ASIN=0439023521	Love,love,love	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a great read. Hard to put down. I can't wait to read the next two. Highly recommend the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OGMWV9YVYOOR?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book but lots of killing. It is sad and the end is a cliff hanger. I hope to read the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RT434QPRTWRB4?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the best book I've read in a very long time if not the best. You should buy this amazing book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3F4C76P61DA1N?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not put this book down! It is addicting! Never a dull moment! I could read it again and again!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25C2EWZ15FPHZ?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved the entire book, I finished it in less than a week. I'm really looking forward to the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUKQNIYJ3L9TM?ASIN=0439023521	It's Okay	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I felt the book was a bit slow and the senseless children killing children it just a bit morbid to me.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RX9VRI97NWKZ7?ASIN=0439023521	loved	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book loved the movie and the book couldn't picked a better one read thank you for the great read</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JOFDKT6PD3N2?ASIN=0439023521	Breath taking	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The detail in this book really sets it up to be a fantastic series.  My favourite book ever right now.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WT6T4J4QVKR9?ASIN=0439023521	I thought it was a very good book. The hunger takes is probably a fifth grade/ sixth grade reading level. It was very good!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is meant for a fifth or sixth grade reader but it is still very good.<br/> I liked it a lot</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25NXUTGJ80E8B?ASIN=0439023521	Kindle	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great to have. We keep reading it over and over. My sister just borrowed the Kindle to read this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33TZ47J49OGY?ASIN=0439023521	Great story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great heroine  leaves you hanging til the very end and then you can't wait to read the next one! enjoy</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9LDI446XCXHP?ASIN=0439023521	Good story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good story,I dont mind but on kindle hd its hard and takes a while to download.Still good idea to get.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GREIUJHIPBTE?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought this book for my son - he liked it so much, that I ordered the other two books in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZLH55D1JXSHJ?ASIN=0439023521	very good!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Keeps you intrigued! good read! cant wait to read the 2nd book! then the third of course!!! lol :-)  b</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OR8NYVHH8F40?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you liked the movie this book blows it out of the water. A must read for anyone who liked the movie</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RU7K3YS12A6CY?ASIN=0439023521	good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Reminded me of the book The Lottery.  A little predictable but I enjoyed it. I will read the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLMD05A7TRJVP?ASIN=0439023521	Great reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So good you can't put it down.  Keeps you hooked and wanting more.  Can't wait to start the next book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NOCSAIM8AJSD?ASIN=0439023521	I felt like i was there	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing book best on ive ever read loved it im so excited to read the next two yea yea yea got katniss</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UAGKCBP9Y0KT?ASIN=0439023521	This book is AMAZING!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is an excellent book. I haven't read something that strong in a while. I felt just trapped by it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROLRUL0R1O4RF?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a great read, and a fast one at this. I look forward to the remaining two books in the series</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6X1QUSQA8YC2?ASIN=0439023521	Got Me Hooked From the First Page!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought this book series when it was on sale.  I never read any of the previews so I had no Idea what I was getting into.  I feel as though this is the start of something great.  It had the element of suspense, action and love.  I would recommend this to anyone looking to embark on a new adventure.  This was one of those books that was impossible to put down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35DS04KY23216?ASIN=0439023521	Best book I've read for 8.99	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My friend recommended me this book and said I couldn't belive you've never heard of the Hunger Games, it was the best book of '09 he told me.  This guy doesn't even read, so I listen to him and man i'm glad I did.  The character development is great, I found myself caring for almost all the contestents she talks about.  It's pretty amazing to becuase the book is only 300+ pages long.  Not a long read, took me about 5 hours to read the book from start to finish.  Now i'm on the second book and I hear it just gets better from here on out.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RXD6V5VG92FV?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this series. The first book is by far my favorite! I have read all three books multiple times.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/REDUTKUOB2HUQ?ASIN=0439023521	Finally read it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book and I'm so glad I finally got to read it! I couldn't put it down! Now on to Catching Fire!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14N16SKROWWQZ?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">And no I would not like to write the bare minimum of twenty words about the Hunger games book series.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NKH7E9SXKQAD?ASIN=0439023521	but fun enough story to keep me reading through the series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Written for teens and the prose shows it, but fun enough story to keep me reading through the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UU4HWTIH62NN?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Certainty different to what I normally read. Enjoyed it though when I got into it. Amazing storyline.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2V2SPWLZHEW81?ASIN=0439023521	What a Great Read, i could not out it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What a Great Read, i could not out it down... seriously, why have you not read this book yet? Buy it!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2M3HJIJ7FFJ3R?ASIN=0439023521	enjoyed it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed reading this one even if I'm not a ""young adult""...and I don't read much! Which says a lot!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36M6FPVSQFFPP?ASIN=0439023521	Brilliant	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought this was a brilliant book for my son to read and he really enjoyed it. Totally worth buying</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AIT5C4CQRZJF?ASIN=0439023521	Good Book!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is awesome. It has a great lesson, and a lot of other things. I highly recommend this book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CYJGF9H23OSE?ASIN=0439023521	I love the hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The hunger games is awesome I love it is so entertaining that is why I love the hunger games thankyou</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31YQOPQ5VL36O?ASIN=0439023521	Amazed	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love it I was so interested it only took a week<br/>5 stars<br/>U should all read this amazing book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R81YBG04IKD6L?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is so good. I can't wait to read the other one. I would recommend this to everyone. Love it</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28LZYTDNKFJSR?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So good. I wasn't expecting the romance. I couldn't stop reading it. I NEED to read the second book .</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JDLY3K2PQ2Q9?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is my second time reading this book. I give it five stars because it really is an awesome story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TQ95TVH86LIQ?ASIN=0439023521	Not the usual type of book I read, but ...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Not the usual type of book I read, but I couldn't put it down after I got started.  A lot of fantasy!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24PEM9LAZ165D?ASIN=0439023521	I loved the hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the hunger games. It left me hanging on every page! I couldn't put it down. It was very good.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2X32Q8Y1V6HIU?ASIN=0439023521	cool girl	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was the best book I've ever read<br/>I cant wait to read catching fire and the mocking jay</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HLHVC4S9E3TS?ASIN=0439023521	fantastic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was amazing I will definitely read the others  I can relate to some of the characters  Plz read it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YZ3B5KH5PRMY?ASIN=0439023521	Yes	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely love this book. Haven't read it much, but what I have I love!!! Can't wait to read more.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TXP0D9DIW31O?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Much better then the movie! I'm going to look forward to the next one.  Hard to put down ... I think.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1AD88N9Y28LUC?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I would totally recommend it. Loved it more than the movie. I can't wait to read the other two books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XKYP89OOCYO1?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book kept me on the edge of my seat in suspense. This is possibly the best book I have ever read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UQF64T5EYSYK?ASIN=0439023521	great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was fantastic. I love this series of books. It is a joy to read. Especially on plane rides.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CWH1AVJYW87X?ASIN=0439023521	better than the movie!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Liked the movie, but the book put it to shame! Great read!! Can't wait for the next one!! Great book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MOAUQ3DGUF7E?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great Read  Didn't want to put it down!! Can't wait for the next book!  I'll never get any work done.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3U17ZHNA8K3Z3?ASIN=0439023521	Great reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Much better than I ever expected. Can't wait to read second book.  I could not put it down.  Loved it</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31AOMLTWTX2XM?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is my type of book and I truly enjoyed reading it on my kindle and had to buy the next two books</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OCSF894OSK9P?ASIN=0439023521	Fast and furious	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A little mushy for me but a real page turner with the concept well thought out and very easy to read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MLG72OGD2M52?ASIN=0439023521	Great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Kept me on the edge of my seat!  Looking forward to the next book - I'm sure it will be just as good!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27UA3ZPPJM75Q?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book. It is my favorite book I have ever read. I love peeta, he is my favorite thing ever</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30P59SRKUL85O?ASIN=0439023521	Love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Don't all ways read but this book got me rooked. From the beginning to the end. Prob getting next one</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3INEL37EY2CRA?ASIN=0439023521	In love	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book held my interest from the first to the last word. I am very eager to start book number two.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3P9FH3DFNBU6F?ASIN=0439023521	THIS BOOK IS SO AWESOME	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I  would give this book a 4 star rating and I recommend this book to all of the other people like you</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25ZVA8V9RX7UP?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">OMG l couldn't put it down!  I can't wait to read the next in the series! My heart is still pounding!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MZDJSRHVOCM9?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a very good book, like so many others i totally enjoyed reading it. It was written very well</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZM0FDITMT2UV?ASIN=0439023521	Good story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">At first I wasn't to pleased with the book but as time went on I found myself wanting more...Good job</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSN90SMYHTW63?ASIN=0439023521	Good book !	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger Games. Good book  very exciting!<br/>This was a good book , I'm so glad I read it. Wow, wow !</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZ356RYKXCRD6?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book kept me hooked from beginning to the end.  Can't wait a to read the next one in the series.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R237VG77SK4900?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the book and found it very hard to put down. Once I had finishedit I watched the movie<br/>.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UTRS4B8CY7HO?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was the best book I have ever read and now I am going to buy book two I, love it, Suzanne Collins.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2J3VJNGIT05MS?ASIN=0439023521	THE BEST THE BEST	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">IF YOU HAVEN'T READ THIS YET, I FEEL SORRY FOR YOU.  ONE OF THE GREATEST BOOKS OF OUR TIME.  PERFECT.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LN3F43A0YJG6?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">5 star's all the way<br/>A must read before the movie , good good good good good good good book.....</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R268KJ2KEC19QH?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A great read.  Way more details than than the movie, we get to find out how Katniss feels and thinks.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BOG5L2A7U3Z5?ASIN=0439023521	good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a really good book. will start reading the other ones soon can't wait to find out how it ends.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16BPZ8GUIZOHI?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good easy read action packed . Can't wait to see what happens next in the next two books with catniss</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DRCC96Z7M519?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it! read it in less than a day. definitely a page turner, i cannot wait to start catching fire.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LF7BNRIUOPGN?ASIN=0439023521	Great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Compelling story - I couldn't put it down. It was so good, it really made me want to watch the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ARNIAKGWMZC4?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Such a great book, I could never seem put it down. Looking forward to reading the rest of the series!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XLUY2Q4UZJDI?ASIN=0439023521	MoMo's Review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put my kindle down ! Excellent book! I can't wait to start reading the next in the series!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IXWV6U418VRB?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a very entertaining novel. You'll get caught up in the story and not be able to put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJ6IVHN5K77NJ?ASIN=0439023521	Terrific!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The trilogy is a must read! Can't wait to see the movie! Scary part is that it could all be possible!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R386VDHL3MQ1U6?ASIN=0439023521	This book killed my sleep cycle	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Just stayed up all night to finish it.... this is a must read<br/>I loved it from start to go finish</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UTKMZUPZZN95?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A must read couldn't put the book down. Can not wait to start the next one! Hooks you from the start.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RY8YO8TF7KPC3?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A very enjoyable book. I look forward to the next two books to see what happens with Katniss &amp; Peeta.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RAVOHE1V7EDI4?ASIN=0439023521	Left me wanting more!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I can't wait until I read the next book! This was exciting from the first to the last.Loved it! Great</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OO7H23S1BN0K?ASIN=0439023521	Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Twas good. Had a hard time putting it down. I was even reading at work. Would recommend it to others.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TNPDHEC8FEIQ?ASIN=0439023521	Surprisingly good and riveting!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read it in one sitting!  Can hardly wait to read the next book and any that follow it!  Very good! A+</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SMKG0845R94S?ASIN=0439023521	Great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Captivating easy read! Once you get sucked in you can't put it down. Can't wait to read the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TSVACZ25R12U?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great book I love it so much! The trilogy is so action packed I'm excited to read it again!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BJFGBPBVKH4T?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was filled with questions it left you thinking eBay is going to happen next I was blown away</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RM9JXKWBRHNV6?ASIN=0439023521	Oh my goodness	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What a great book! I felt every emotion Katniss felt. And I might have cried a little too, but still.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GXT1Q70XUC3G?ASIN=0439023521	Read in one day!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Even though we were snowed in I still couldn't put this book down. Can't wait to start the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VYG9L1TKG2RE?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It really is a great book. Even rereading it, it hasn't lost that intensity that first drew me to it!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1AKO8H41BM7VE?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Much better than the movie was. Kept me into it until the very end. Best book I've been able to read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZNEPANPJFX1U?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I Couldn't put it down!! I can't wait to read the next books in this series. Totally loved this book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38T18NV7LJR1?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't stop reading, it was a great book. I cannot not wait to start the next book in the trilogy</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1I72VHM27CZVM?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book. I've read it five time and still love it. Though it has a slow start it gets better</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VVGH3NH01NJU?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was much better than the movie. Can't wait to read the next book in the trilogy. Good stuff!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WYTUGRW4WI1K?ASIN=0439023521	!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved this series, a very good read. Kept me sucked in the whole time, had me on the edge of my seat!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CCQQ31PDZRG9?ASIN=0439023521	HUNGER GAMES gave me an appetite!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">HUNGER GAMES gave me an appetite to read the rest of her<br/>books! I liked the book very very much.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSWO0F0U3X439?ASIN=0439023521	Suspense	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Really good story that keeps you in suspense, interested all the way and I want to read the next one.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBUWARASWVYHN?ASIN=0439023521	Lovee	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Absoultly loved loved it i never read EVER and when i read this i couldnt find myself to put it down!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11F2A12TVR92J?ASIN=0439023521	Brilliant	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book in just a few days. I couldn't put it down. The suspense over the Games was awesome.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HQUJEMFYX4E8?ASIN=0439023521	awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love all the details that were not in the movie. the whole series was awesome. can't wait for more.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LA0ZUZL8AZ5O?ASIN=0439023521	Addicting!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love the Hunger Games series!  I think I read all 3 books in one week because they were so addicting!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R878H4UILJ5ZT?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was ok, the ending was not what I thought it would be.  Thought they would live happily ever after</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5O9VJU3VC2DG?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Book 1 of 3, great story and easy read. I am not a big reader but got this as my wife was reading it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCNA7DFI9NNHY?ASIN=0439023521	Exciting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book.  It kept my interest and had me wanting more. Can't wait to start the second book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DGDLYM9JZV8N?ASIN=0439023521	Absolutely love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A must read story. Definitely a book that u cant put down until u finish it. Downloading number 2 now</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPU6BIEYC88SL?ASIN=0439023521	Pleasant surprise	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had heard talk of this book, but expected not to be as drawn in as i was. Will continue the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3H9LNSHHFHQQ?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is so awesome. I reccomend to anyone who can read. It is so suspenseful and full of action.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17PJHZ1975ZBX?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book. Realy good story. Lots of people would like it. One of the best books i have read. Get it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPV4WOZFAJBOB?ASIN=0439023521	Best Book I've Read in a Long Time	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games Trilogy is the most entertaining set of books that I have ever read. It has adventure, drama, and twists that you couldn't even imagine. I read all 3 books in a matter of days. No matter how busy I was, I made time to finish them and really wish they wouldn't have ended. These book are a MUST-READ and you will not be able to put them down!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QDTFA33EXVGD?ASIN=0439023521	Why didn't I read this earlier??	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this novel. I expected the whole TV show ideal to take a bigger role in this than it really did and for that I'm glad. I'm glad we got to see more of the characters lives rather than a complete focus on the TV show that was clearly created for the enjoyment of the high society.<br/><br/>Also, the concept is quite original and it was cleverly written. It doesn't seem so far fetched either, as I'm sure things like this occurred in history, minus the TV aspect of course.<br/><br/>This is a must read if you enjoy dystopian novels.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGB7IT12S2WHB?ASIN=0439023521	Surprizingly good.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't expect to like it as much as I did based on the title and theme.  Sequels were not as good.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RHVY9B6DUUJK?ASIN=0439023521	Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I think you should read iti really recommend it tell your friends it was the best book ever. Boo yah</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDE07P2W3I6IF?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever written	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved it so much I almost NEVER put it down! It was so amazing I can't wait to read the next book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GVWTVR5E59PW?ASIN=0439023521	good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was good and an easy read. I had seen the movie already but the book was better, of course.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IFTXEF3CT3HX?ASIN=0439023521	Why I choose 5stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I choose 5stars because I love the books and movies and I just really like the love and the kindness</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R387D80VU97RJ7?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a one of the best book I have read and I am more or a big fan of the<br/>Percy Jackson books</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KYCMLOHVUMQZ?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!,,	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So I jumped on the band wagon... And I loved it! Such a great book, you'll have the read the others!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1W19OTQBJQROP?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Such a good book :-) I LOVE the characters so so much  good detail and passion in your words Suzanne</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HNPD67VSF13U?ASIN=0439023521	THE BEST BOOK	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">BEST BOOK EVER READ IT. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS BOOK. YOU WILL FALL IN LOVE WITH IT. READ THIS BOOK.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R286JDPU0PG59G?ASIN=0439023521	good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good book I liked it a lot the best book I have ever read. Love it keep making more books like this.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BHADVKXPXOGR?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book because it was so interesting and it keeps you on your toes.<br/>I LOVE THIS BOOK</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2G8OIUDADY09T?ASIN=0439023521	it's like crack!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I can never put this book down. There are so many layers, I learn something new every time. Read it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RWFG0G5HT7KR?ASIN=0439023521	Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved The Hunger Games because it is a good book. I do NOT like that kids have to kill each other.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVROCGFDTTC8E?ASIN=0439023521	great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book because it's a good and I likes it bra cause it's very sad and it's awesome because it is</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KTQJ4Q3E5XZP?ASIN=0439023521	THE BEST BOOK I EVER READ	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book become I loved the movies and this was even better the best book ever loved it!!!!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OON7T5ULFDXV?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger for more.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">All I can say is wow!!!!  I couldn't turn the pages fast enough.  A great story told in a great way.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R393IYDUM153N9?ASIN=0439023521	I Loved It And The Imagery It Created In My Mind	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A Very Different Book For Me. I Loved It And The Imagery It Created In My Mind. Couldnt Put It Down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1T4I4JLAKTABT?ASIN=0439023521	awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really liked this book and I can't wait to read the next one. I would recommend it to 12 and overs</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTIE7SQ5KEHNS?ASIN=0439023521	Love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love action and drama  so these books are perfect for me<br/>that's why I rated this book 5 stars</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FJ4VJ932XP0A?ASIN=0439023521	Good story to start	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked the book and the characters. It's good to see a female lead for once. Girls need heroes too!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DAWO1BTOV56?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this is really awesome I have no the else to say I guess<br/>I really really like this awesome book</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3F09E1154ZWIO?ASIN=0439023521	love	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love love love this book. Its better then the movie. I realy dont read but i cant put this book down</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R98ORO6MWEROO?ASIN=0439023521	great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was hesitant to start this book, but in the end I couldn't out it down. Definitely worth the read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIVAN0AA5HDZU?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book. I'm more of a movie guy but it was nice getting all the details only words can tell you!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGEFGGHPOLN83?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">great book, really loved it!!!! so glad the second one was already out so I could read it right away</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21OHUKLGNBUHD?ASIN=0439023521	Very good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't think I would like the story but well written. It kept me reading and I finished in one day</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPPK7S8WE0OJG?ASIN=0439023521	great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great. It was great. Very very great. It was so great I couldn't believe it. It was so great. Great.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25JNNPXOQ5OM9?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A great book, one of the best I've ever read, my only regret, is that I hadn't seen the entire movie</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BISAVIKFJY6W?ASIN=0439023521	great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good book I really just need these words for some reason I don't know why. Go away kindle god please</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KZ9UVR07EGQ3?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is good. Helped me a lot. My son loved it. Good read. Highly recommend. Thank you so much.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2C3KW1U7652C7?ASIN=0439023521	So good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book so far I like it thrilled to read number two<br/>The Arthur did really good on this book</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29ABVHJAVQRB8?ASIN=0439023521	Riveting!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put it down! I think it is very well written. I can't wait to start reading the next one!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1T06KE3464C7E?ASIN=0439023521	a book to reread	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i don't think i can say more except that i love rereading this. It is definitely one to keep around.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22FRN5QBGAJ9L?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is amazing and if you have seen the movie it has a stuff that was untold again it was good</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27QYLG4NE5WEE?ASIN=0439023521	Great product! It made me smile I liked it so much I think I cried when it arrived!! Simply AWESOME!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great product! It made me smile I liked it so much I think I cried when it arrived!! Simply AWESOME!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LHCMV552W18K?ASIN=0439023521	AWESOME BOOK	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have to st this is one of the best books I have ever read I suggest this book to anyone 12 and up!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RS8FW0VTCYDP?ASIN=0439023521	Great.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best book I have read in a long time. Great for everyone. One of the better series I have ever read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26FFEQ8K9OL96?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent! After seeing the film, I knew I had to read the books.  Very well written! A joy to read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11IMGU71AK7W3?ASIN=0439023521	This book is amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I would recommend this series to ANYONE; and I can't wait to read the next two books to the trilogy!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13DO2JJOFWAT9?ASIN=0439023521	Better than Twilight	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read the twilight before I read this.....this is by far the best one. A defiant Book to must read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3ABOBP9BGZ1OV?ASIN=0439023521	Books rule.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">U like books! I like books!<br/>This book made me happy, it made me sad, but also happy! Yep happy!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QN1YLCDIXAUH?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I recommend this book to anyone that wants to be lost in another place and enjoy every minute of it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7P167UO07AJ3?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My kids just love to read and this is a great place to find good books for the them at great prices.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WC04MDWATKSP?ASIN=0439023521	Interesting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wasn't sure if I would like this book but I thought it was ok. Not sure if I will read the others.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGEGD8TUJAGTP?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love love love!!! That's all I can say. If you want to read something you can't put down. This is it</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GV3OWCH4BEFC?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The first book was my FAVORITE out of the 3. I think the drama is the best part. I LOVED it!!!!!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMT0ANIOUYIN5?ASIN=0439023521	Very easy read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it. Very easy read and I never wanted to put it down!! Can't wait to read the other two books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2J0UXSTJ76KT?ASIN=0439023521	Better than expected	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am not the reading kind of person but I really enjoyed this book and look forward to the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R241WNO25X2ONX?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was hesitant to read this book due to all the hype. Luckily, I changed my mind. What a great read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2AR9C0MXNIHJU?ASIN=0439023521	Good book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I guess I gave it four stars for the ending. It was a great book but could have had a better ending.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GD9SHIAKHIR6?ASIN=0439023521	The Greatest book ever!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A great book! This is really a must read book that everyone should read! I going to watch the movie!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37O9FG51HAG2T?ASIN=0439023521	Cool	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good book.  Well written.  My son loved it and read it cover to cover in a few days.  Well worth it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2V1AA3YPM4N7I?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games was a great book. I rarely find a book that keeps me interested, but this one food.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WFGEY3G3XSJK?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put it down. It was simply an amazing story. Can't wait to read the next one. I loved it.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZUHKR35TYER2?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome, I loved it. The movie did not do justice to this book. I would recommend this to any friend</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3H9WYVPEYMR9H?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger . Games Book 1	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book.  Good for teens on up. Easy reading and a page turner. I look forward to reading book 2.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3W0X2LHRDXBIO?ASIN=0439023521	LOVE!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">LOVE THIS BOOK!!!!  I didn't buy into the hype at first but so glad I finally did!  Onto book #2!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBE7QD26Z16ZV?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I Loved it!!!!! I would definitely read it again and I absolutely can not wait to read the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16PDRM090UESG?ASIN=0439023521	very good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Interesting, I really got in to this book. Book has a good pace. I liked the idea and the characters</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3F386L8KLMKAJ?ASIN=0439023521	Just gave it a whirl	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very good book. Can't wait to start catch fire! Giving it a whirl was well worth it! Your turn now!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20U4AGQHPNTS4?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">GREAT BOOK BUT SO SAD;) very romantic BUT I cried at the end. At least catching fire is already out.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2E388FIVY2JAW?ASIN=0439023521	Love it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is awesome! Can't think of a better book to read any day of the week! Can't wait for more!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RAQ39RBZJKFEW?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is by far the best way better then the movie! Can't wait to read the next one!!! Definitely read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R351E83GASIDVN?ASIN=0439023521	Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a vary interesting book. I was carry untrusted in it I would recommend this to any one I know</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RAAGPPFLVP4U2?ASIN=0439023521	LOVED IT	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the book and can't wait to start reading the rest of the saga and find out what happens next</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1F5HH9YAMJHFS?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not put this book down! So excited to read the next book. I can only imagine what lies ahead</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13FEEOJW8EEZ?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a great book full of detail. I absolutely loved it! Can't wait to read more by this author.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25DIZ953WCNEV?ASIN=0439023521	Review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great story!! I just love peeta and katniss=) he is so sweet! Cannot wait for the rest of the books!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14LOQ4GZHV0R9?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved this book, can not wait to read the next one. The movie was good but the book makes it better.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2J0BTE1JD1BAA?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book I was so caught in it that it took three days to read. I can't believe the quality.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2EABMV81JNDE2?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good book I finished it in 2 days. Can't wait to read the next one  reminded how much I love to read</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25NL8PDL9QV99?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've already read it but it's my favorite book so I had to read it again don't hesitate it's awesome</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZZK9KC3XAQWL?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was great, not really a dull moment, I would have liked it to go on to the reunion at home.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3252JUM5STIP7?ASIN=0439023521	Lovely	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is very good an has a lot of action on every page and is totally action packed,it's very amazing!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZET3AO9TN8MX?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book! Can't wait to read the next two! It was a real quick read because it's hard to put down!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNH3PO39LPYLZ?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book in one day, it was so good!!! I look forward to reading the next two in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TQYQZLYKCHW2?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved your book it was so detailed and I can't wait to read until I read the second book and third</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OLTNMMWA9EUX?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It really keeps you on the edge of your seat!<br/>I love this book, can't wait to read the 2nd one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36C1NVXBOWZ2T?ASIN=0439023521	Exciting read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Warning, once you start to read you won't be able to put it down. I was hooked in the first chapter!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R63B9ND1ON887?ASIN=0439023521	Great!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Can't wait to read the 2nd book. I hope they will the movies of the other books. Great book to read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R169YW40B2WRDA?ASIN=0439023521	Praise for Suzanne Collins	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is full action and has a great plot that rises and falls I rate this book 5 out of 5 stars</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FVVPL4L9OBKX?ASIN=0439023521	I loved the book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a wonderful and adventuress book and I loved it. But at some parts it was boring and to gorey</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2N5PO1336UTNZ?ASIN=0439023521	loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Finished it in a day. Absolutely loved it and will not watch the movie till I read the whole series.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31PON520M52WR?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Really a great book and once u pick it up u won't be able to put it down, great story and characters</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SDHS6YN09C1A?ASIN=0439023521	Simply riveting!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hard to put this book down. Each page more exciting than the next. Can't wait to read the next book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RU9WD3TWVAQOZ?ASIN=0439023521	Very Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really thought that this was a kids book but I ended up enjoying it. Would recommend for all ages.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7788OZDVDVTY?ASIN=0439023521	Eternity love for this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love the way that you want to lean into the book every time you swipe your finger to flip the page</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29OQS71BMEUR1?ASIN=0439023521	Plain awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best book i have ever read and even though i thought the movie was great, this is 1000 times better!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IHE1FP1MVMSW?ASIN=0439023521	Good entry into reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Can't wait to begin the next book in the series. Now i need 10 more words for this review. Sept 2012</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FW6KRTSXI16B?ASIN=0439023521	Fascinating	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book. I could not put it down. It totally draws you in to this world set in the future.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HO3EIZQAAI9I?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I like the book because it made you think about the way the world could be,it was also easy to read.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVGUFVDM67I55?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book i almost couldn't put it down. i cant wait to read book two. I suggest reading it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VBVPWA9PUZ42?ASIN=0439023521	Pretty good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have been begging for this book and now that i got it i think its pretty good. hurray for katnuss!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RF9QOO19NX2G7?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">great book cant wait to read book  two i really enjoyed reading cant wait to watch the movie again .</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R332QMDNUD6O5U?ASIN=0439023521	fun reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was a fun read. i couldnt put it down...also disturbing in a way but a great commentary on</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VH2VJNFE58XJ?ASIN=0439023521	BEST BOOK	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of the best books I have read! Amazing till the end! Couldn't put any of the books down! A++++++</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CPV6N2IATAAD?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read after I watched the movie and I like them both but the book goes into more detail obviously.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TSHJ1RIOYQ3P?ASIN=0439023521	Great! So much better than having the kids read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Using them in my class with our Hunger Games unit. Great! So much better than having the kids read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JDHEC52KBVIG?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was amazing and I can not wait to read the next book. You should read this book and enjoy</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36OQCVXYLU1NF?ASIN=0439023521	So Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So good can wait to read the next one It was kind of like the maze runner and divergent loved it :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6XX97ZJZV528?ASIN=0439023521	I can see all the hoopla over this may be the first book but the others I could not get into as well	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could take it or leave it. The first book was great, but couldn't get into the rest of the series</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MOEYH3XST59I?ASIN=0439023521	Eat your young	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Society that has a life and death competition between their young. Entertainment for the districts.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R282PD0YVQPHR7?ASIN=0439023521	inspiring	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book. I've read it. I've taught it. I've enjoyed every minute of my time in it. Period.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GH7OSP7NOO23?ASIN=0439023521	Good Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good Book. Wanted to read it prior to watching the movie. Once you start, it's hard to put it down.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIO8VWIGWYUAB?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The hunger games trilogy is the best I have ever read!!! It is truly the best trilogy in the world.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CQG9ZLQBOQC4?ASIN=0439023521	Great Imagination	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Didn't think this would be my style of story, but I saw the movie then read the book. Enjoyed both.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TUI0AC41T771?ASIN=0439023521	great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was an easy read, great book well written. Can't wait to read the next two! Movies were good too</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QBL3UXBTA7JD?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book draws you in and keeps you on the edge of your seat and makes you hungry for more and more</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RW1UHPF9RIV5U?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love this book keeps you going and just need to read more ready to start the next one on to thenext</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NE4MGXM36IQJ?ASIN=0439023521	Love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A must read for survival fans I look forward to all of the books and movies worth your money great.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RGF70164QBGA?ASIN=0439023521	amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So happy the movies kept so true to the books. If only they were Able to put every detail in there.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RK39SCAIAKOML?ASIN=0439023521	Love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book I think it was great and I found it very detailed and there were a lot of chapters</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1N0PKOQQEM3OZ?ASIN=0439023521	10	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A cerry good book<br/> I love it read it awesome watch the movie l Ove it great outstanding lov be</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3V9VS6DZV50E?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book I was by far the best I have ever read I am going to get the second one right now</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DHDFE1O7PSBD?ASIN=0439023521	Such a good book...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Even the second time through I couldn't put it down!<br/>Glad I can jump right in to the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNUTN4IBDM2Y0?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was blown away with this book. If l had to pick my favorite character it would be Peeta. Amazing.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5JS1WRXMJQMI?ASIN=0439023521	Good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Saw the movie first the decided I needed to read the book and loved it would recommend it to anyone</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROW6IBXPAJT0O?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The movie was very true to the book. I enjoyed both. Very good story. I will watch the movie again.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YOFG96H2HRR3?ASIN=0439023521	One of the best.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is one of the best I've ever read. It couldn't be better if the writer tried. I loved it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33ZSD1HOT8JAV?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a very good book. I can not put it down.  I definitely recommend the book the Hunger Games.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JAJEU01407C3?ASIN=0439023521	Unpredictable and exciting all the way to the end!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not put this book down.  Now I can't wait to read the second one in this thrilling trilogy.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CG8T0LY7LU9R?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie first and the  book has so much more details. It was great.  Could not put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21W7HXP1R8O74?ASIN=0439023521	Then Hunger Games Review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book so much. It was deemed with tragedy and love. Let the hunger games begin. The End</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3H5EUOG7BDAKC?ASIN=0439023521	Fabulous	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of the best books I've read in a very long time.  Couldn't put it down. Loved all of the books!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1R2YDE3KGJAMB?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book very suspenseful was very glad I ended up reading it! I can't wait to read the next one!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHVY6GX0QD8DU?ASIN=0439023521	I love this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was good its the best book I read in awhile!Hopefully  others like it as well as I do!Great Book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16O7B1SVFALOS?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book sucks you in and doesn't let go, not wanting to do any thing but sit and read too the end.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Q2M7O1BULFKR?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book. I read it in one day i couldn't take my eyes off of it! Can't wait to read the next one</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RR9157WMBDZJR?ASIN=0439023521	Love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Who knows our future might  not be so different. I can't wait to read the next book in the trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25C5HQYDURGX3?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it this book was  amazing and I can't wait to read two--- then the third one. Thank  to prime</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJZOYG5KMS5BV?ASIN=0439023521	HG FERVER	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have read it three times! I recommend it to everyone my sister my friends my mom my dog everyone!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3ME8Z9H5WZN83?ASIN=0439023521	Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a very good book. I would recommend this book to many people. I love this book. Very good.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBUMEM4PHG5A?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book and the movie I'm more excited now to keep reading the trilogy and the next movie</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2A9JFK186IXC1?ASIN=0439023521	A must read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was an excellent book that kept me wanting to read more.  I can't wait to read the second book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WCXVSH91TZ9Z?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book! Thu  Is one I  the best book  I have ever read in my whole life... and I am twenty-six.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MZT3YLYF3KET?ASIN=0439023521	I love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book and  the movie it was very well written and thought through i thought it was great</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3B5IMKHE8T3DD?ASIN=0439023521	Great story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Can't wait to read the rest! Since my twilight saga is over this will be a great new saga to follow</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPDOAH1M4HZ75?ASIN=0439023521	I'm simply satisfied.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Always like reading the books of any major movie the are always better. I'm ready for book 2! ;) !!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RU99YGZML0YEF?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really liked this book.  It was a very good read.  It kept my attention and kept me wanting more.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2U6GZSY2OBCH4?ASIN=0439023521	awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Can't wait to read the next 2 books.. its a great start to this series. Bring it on Suzanne Collins</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3V33BIVU2WRVG?ASIN=0439023521	Riveting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I picked the book up tor my daughter, but read it before I gave it to her.  Couldn't put it down...</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VAIBGAC5819H?ASIN=0439023521	Make more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love the book<br/>If u make another one I'm buying it. This book will be great book in the world</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1EIE61Z90QIPW?ASIN=0439023521	Genuinely surprised	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't think that I would like it but I finished it in a day. Can't wait to read the other books!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FH6FQXP3GPX3?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is the best book ive ever read!!  this is the first time i finished one whole book!! good</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UOGJZRV6JBOJ?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wonderful book i love it i cant wait to read the second book catching fire  i love the hunger games</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OE3NOOD1U816?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">it was amazing beautiful and emotional . It had something that kept me reading it  had a zing to it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QOVWBVOIGJUA?ASIN=0439023521	the hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">People in books who are in love are always so dumb! They are dumb dumb dummy dumb! Grow a brain!😒</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1EOYAHZHNCK1K?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome and amazibg	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book I read it millions of times and I just am in love with it. Better than the movie</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RN7H6VTYOTDXL?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I LOVED THIS BOOK!!! And I will continue to read this series and I will see all of these movies!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PYM52I24ZKML?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very different from the movie but once you get into it very good. Can't wait to read the next book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GJAJEKKDZTBD?ASIN=0439023521	Great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read !  It was hard to put it down. A lot of drama!  I am on book 2 in less than 2 weeks ...</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WOUE5RR819BE?ASIN=0439023521	Unbelievably	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After the 2nd page I could not put it down.  No really!  I finished it in one day. It was amazing!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37SNCB3NMG7IZ?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it for the umpteenth time!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book never gets old. Every time I read it, I get caught up in the emotions of the characters.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OZQNS0QXQ73I?ASIN=0439023521	amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love this book. If you liked the movie you need to read this book it is way better than the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RE57DDH6BQ5ZG?ASIN=0439023521	Epic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Just a great book cover to cover the action and emotional events in the book make it 5 star worthy</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1B374H6IDYFS1?ASIN=0439023521	book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is a great book i really admire the hungers ans it is really like the movie. This book is great</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BW2S9BV288IO?ASIN=0439023521	It was a great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was a little afraid that I was to old to enjoy this book, but I seriously could not put it down.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OCHLOIOROJEO?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is very detailed and has so many parts that have you begging for more I really loved it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19LYK1AYZYUYX?ASIN=0439023521	Great Entertainment!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It took me less than one day to finish it  and enjoyed every minute. I recommend it to everyone :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNZ88OQDKU3HG?ASIN=0439023521	Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book. It's an adventure in futuristic times. I really enjoyed it and now on to book 2 and 3,</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OWKIYEK82WXW?ASIN=0439023521	great novel	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was good to read! I'm glad I brought it from Amazon. I am also looking to buy the second novel!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IJMQISY04L3S?ASIN=0439023521	Exciting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fastest book I have ever read! Can't wait to read the next part! Kept me on the edge wanting more!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QZXAZQL3LV71?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is wonderful. I couldn't put it down and when I had to, I was thinking about reading it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PZPOG21PV5K0?ASIN=0439023521	love	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love is what this book is about and I think it will be the greatest book I've ever read in my life</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKLBB4ZXJZMVH?ASIN=0439023521	Best ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What a great book from start to finish with a bit of love, suspense and bit of action just amazing</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R353N9IAG0MRUA?ASIN=0439023521	School	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">good book easy to read. This was a summer read project for  school. Book was enjoyed by my son. TY</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15Y8JH9EFPALI?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it from the beginning, I liked the movie but loved the book. It is a must read for everyone.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1R9KOU8YDWAD?ASIN=0439023521	Loved this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Felt like I was right there in every moment. Can't wait to read the rest of the series. Very good.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IGM1WE8NA6X9?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved the book and can't wait to see the movies! I would recommend this book to any one of any age</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2V1K18TJ4R631?ASIN=0439023521	couldn't put it down.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed it. Never a dull moment. I can't wait to read the next book in the series. Well written.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FG6C0S4S3CQV?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was a good read. It fell short of the 5th star because I didn't care much for the ending.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3988CWCYU8W6E?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wonderful book! So glad I read it! I was unsure at first but it is the best book I have ever read!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10VSVM299LQG8?ASIN=0439023521	This book is awesome!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Everyone should read this book it is mega super awesome and cool read it and u won't be sorry BOOM</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32B6G08LH9YE0?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Coolest book ever!!! I could read this book all day if I had the chance!!! Love this book. Do you?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XO3B6JODZBUZ?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing book thrilling I read I in less than 3days great I suggest it to everyone inter was Shi :/</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LIX21FLKDC6P?ASIN=0439023521	Riveting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read the entire book in a day ,couldn't put it down. Missed a day of my life but I don't regret it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGCSB5818IDM?ASIN=0439023521	A must read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Could not put this book down!  I can not wait to start on book two.  I highly recommend this book!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LQF363BUQK5J?ASIN=0439023521	Suspense!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Better than I expected! A great read for any aged guy or girl! Easy to follow with lots of action.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21GE0E6RC0WZ?ASIN=0439023521	It was great and intriguing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">From the beginning I was engrossed into the story . It was hard to put the story down every night.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1B6TOEGL69886?ASIN=0439023521	awesome book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book is one of the best books ive ever read!!! its definitely in my top 10!!!!! i love it!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RML66ANLX9CXD?ASIN=0439023521	Loved It	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read it all in one afternoon, loved it and I'm 29. Can't wait to read the next book in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1AWCV388QU7TB?ASIN=0439023521	WONDERFUL!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's amazing! I could not stop reading it. I finished it in 2 days. I can't  wait to start book 2!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16ZDBSP1YCKOT?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Everyone should read this book it has a great story and a good ending to it all great for all ages</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RP3JJR3CM99O8?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great book.  I can't wait to see the movie.  Could not put the book down.  Great series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RI5ELMHIPRRM8?ASIN=0439023521	amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">OMG!! so captivating, I couldn't put the book down!! I was on the edge of my seat the entire time.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3A824YK8JJ1RF?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great Book that Brings you in from the very beginning! It was a fast read I couldn't put it down!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R523FXJ7JHW91?ASIN=0439023521	Hg	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome book. I can not wait to read the next two books in the trilogy. The book is very well done</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GTIWNKE4Q8O3?ASIN=0439023521	The best book ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am in love with the hunger games I feel like I am there I`m Katniss.I also am in love with Peeta</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UZMYKEHN3KV5?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">one of the best books i have read you should read it. i loved it a must read book best auther ever</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVZ4ANF472HAV?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was AMAZING! I couldn't put it down and now I can't wait to start reading the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BIOINAJXW616?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is my favorite book by far!!! It is a great book for anyone I can't wait to read the second!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3D3OS4EPRJLGC?ASIN=0439023521	Good read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Really good book! I'd seen the movie before reading it, but the book still was able to suck me in.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RC5V4Y911JHEE?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What a Great book love the story and the events that happened. I Can't wait to read the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R271IF7MKX9CUF?ASIN=0439023521	Five stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I give this book 5 stars.  The detail was wonderful and it felt alive.  I can't wait to read rest.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17TX8K6NYVD8U?ASIN=0439023521	Hollow start. full finish.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It may have been a bit slow going at first, but the end sells me on the story through and through.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GWRRBTJ6FQEL?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book ...could hardly put it down. I can't wait to read the other two books. Thank you.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFQSS0T704FJ5?ASIN=0439023521	Great book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book so much! It's full of action and romance. Suzanne did a great job with this book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30ZUPUJ4W4XU3?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good book! Can't wait to start the next book.  Or watch the movie.  I don't know what else to put.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R216BSXQO69YFQ?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hard to put down can not wait to read the next one. Worth the 5 bucks, I am hooked. Next the movie</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJ87JANHX7ZB8?ASIN=0439023521	My Kids love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought this for my kids and they love this book. This is great book. Kids should read this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2A8HWTEO63YO8?ASIN=0439023521	kids loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Anytime you can get one of your kids to read it is a bonus! They really seemed to enjoy this book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32OCCCMMD3CZ9?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Quick read. Way better than the movie (&amp; I liked the movie). Couldn't put it down. On to book two.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIG5W6G9ATAOQ?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">In her name , Girl with Dragon Tattoo and now this book.... Those are the best of the best for me.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KB892IZVTBKZ?ASIN=0439023521	Great story!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Can't wait to read the next book! Hope the movie is just as good as the book. Love the characters.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SV1UFL2NFOR6?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So great!! I couldn't put it down. Can't wait to start on the other books in the series. So great!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKPORQZ9U78KT?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome book cant wait to  read the next one and then then the next one wish i could read them now</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WXC84AZEXG7G?ASIN=0439023521	Good 1st book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Like the book more than the movie. can't wait to start part 2. hope it's exciting as the 1st book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RA3KKJ2WYHIFR?ASIN=0439023521	I couldnt't put it down!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is SUCH a good read!  While it is often listed in Young Adult books, I found the content to be a little heavy for some readers.  Awesome story line, but again, heavy for some audiences.  Disturbing, but a real page turner.  I wouldn't let a middle schooler read this even though many pick it up.  Please read it before you let your middle schooler read it to see for yourself if he or she can handle the heavy nature of the book.  A must read for mature audiences due to the violence and killings.  A true favorite!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HRXZQEZDR5O?ASIN=0439023521	Totally caught me off guard.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was highly recommended by a friend, so I decided to give it a go.  I immediately felt that the subject was too intense, didn't think I could handle it let alone enjoy it.... but by the end of the 1st chapter I couldn't put it down!  It is easy to read, intense, captivating, and so different from anything I'd ever read before.  I cannot recommend the Hunger Games enough, but just go ahead and buy all 3 because there's no way you can read the first and not go on to complete the series.  Incredible story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16CDAXMALX36R?ASIN=0439023521	Best Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The first one is the best! I've read this 3 times. Great job Suzanne! Love your books so much. 🌞</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RT2F0N7KPP0ZP?ASIN=0439023521	Chapter one	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I like this book a lot it is really interesting and it is outside and I like the characters in it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXTDYMGL2B8N0?ASIN=0439023521	great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Saw the movie first it pretty much is the same. It was a great read! Can't wait to read the next.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HQRQ1O45AYCO?ASIN=0439023521	EPIC!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is awesome and it's a good book to pass the time! The climax of it is very interesting.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDUPM8O8OOJ4L?ASIN=0439023521	Love love love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best book ever i recommend this book ever! Hope you enjoy it too make sure to read her book Great</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1M3HPWFVQO5MA?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is for anyone older than 9! Best book ever read! You can't find a better book! Love it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RN7Q8RJEMWWGG?ASIN=0439023521	Love	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love love love this book. Go read it!!<br/>Couldn't keep my eyes out of it for sure a good book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39TXONDAOQR6A?ASIN=0439023521	ABSOLUTLY GREAT	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">COULD NOT PUT IT DOWN<br/>SLOW STARTER BUT THEN I REALLY GOT INTO IT AND READ THE BOOK IN 2 DAYS</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OEYCK6HSYCJ7?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Yes I would consider it to any one I love this book it is AWSOME I.love it I give it a 10out of10</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNUL3T1S5R8NO?ASIN=0439023521	Tons of fun	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book is a fast and great read that will offer some surprises even if you have seen the movie!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OGMRG69JMVR6?ASIN=0439023521	Very good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book. It takes you a long time to read. But, it is totally worth your money. Love it!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RG4EF4ZWLT63?ASIN=0439023521	Love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I never thought I would enjoy a book so much .I can't wait to read the next two books of the game</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2AGZVZKK0GBIH?ASIN=0439023521	Lives up to and surpasses the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A lot better than the movie (as always). Cant wait to finish the other two books in the series. Y</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VV2X9HRLG9GA?ASIN=0439023521	Cool	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was cool.ffgbxdfgvf Fox gov gov gov gov gov f2f gov ffgbxdfgvf gov gov f2f had v dev stuff her</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Z6CZMGUDA9FX?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book it kept me on the edge of my seat the whole  time. The ending leaves you wanting more.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1U9DPYG9SX6IW?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you have seen the movie this book is great because it adds some good detail to the story line.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R227L58SLQ9FN5?ASIN=0439023521	Simply amazing.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was by far one of the most engaging books i have ever read. Can't wait to read the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ETLXUBGNSCCV?ASIN=0439023521	BEST BOOK EVER	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is an AMAZING book. It is the best book I have ever read and always will be. It's wonderful.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R290EP0QI3QEOH?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book; I was unable to put down. I felt like I was in the story. Can't wait to read Part II.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HU47PIY7CC1I?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is the best book I have ever read and I will definitely read it again and over and over again!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTGI8UGTF2C91?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book its the best one ive ever read. Its the beat and i know it is such a good ending</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4DZGJIYMGD3H?ASIN=0439023521	Really good!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is an awesome book!!! I loved it I can't wait to get started on reading the 2nd book!! Whoo!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BQ9BE8RZQ96D?ASIN=0439023521	Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was very good I recommend that you read it. It's worth it it's as good as the movie. Excellent</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BOQILFB17TSP?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing book!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It constantly kept me on edge, wanting to read more, and I can't wait to read the next two books!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XNOFFNPJHRR1?ASIN=0439023521	Best read in a long time	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is one of the best books I have read in a long time.  I can't wait to read the rest of them.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HO0QZEWNNFRC?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked the book very much. Fast paced and kept me interested. I can't wait to read the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11AWUOKS1E3FE?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great. Really awesome. Peeta is hot. :) :) :) &gt;:) blah blah :) The book is better than the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7LQAT4FE012H?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is the best I've read so far. I can't wait to read the next book. I hope it is great!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJ15URJJ5NU79?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved this book,I could not put it down! Can't wait to read the next one ! Love the hunger games!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IJVJQ0F1F25W?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I finally gave into a trend and glad I did. I can't wait to read the next one and see the movies!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FL4N2HUJ4DTA?ASIN=0439023521	Bitter Sweet	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a great book very sad but also sweet. I can't imagine living my life the way they have to!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXX87OMS6KSAD?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great book! I could not put it down. I am really looking forward to reading the sequel.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1COI6UIV1PHK?ASIN=0439023521	Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The hunger games,was a good book, but it took a while to get into. I hope the next one is better.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GFAAK5CD5ORP?ASIN=0439023521	It was amazing.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I chose this book because i loved it when i read it in class with Mr. Rose. This book is awesome.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R260L799IZJROM?ASIN=0439023521	Easy read, looking forward to reading the next one....	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Easy read. I am looking forward to reading the next book in the series. I hear it's just as good.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RS4VZV6MOIXFB?ASIN=0439023521	Love	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book it's great to read and I was standing on my toes the whole time I was reading it</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3EPGI7U0WX7Y2?ASIN=0439023521	Kindle book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">First kindle.  Awesome how easy it is to send books to a kindle.  I will buy more of these books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13Y3G9J7YXKV9?ASIN=0439023521	Super good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is by far one of my favorites it may even be better then Harry Potter the book and the movie</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2EZNQQ24KNKBJ?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was great. Kept me on my toes. I couldn't put the book down. Can't wait to read the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18MGYC57PI5Y2?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very good. I was surprised I enjoyed it as much as I did. Ready to read the next book. Excellent.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33FQRYX2D2ZJW?ASIN=0439023521	Read this book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book and suggest it to anyone. Someone told me not to read this but now I wish I had.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25RQ9EVUELW83?ASIN=0439023521	good series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">ive read each book and i must say its a great series for young adults, i liked reading this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R194IEBS1Q8MY8?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie before I read the book! Now I can't wait to read the rest! Going to get them now.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11086F4B325A0?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games 1	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Bought the first book and it was so good that I ordered the rest of the series...you will love it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RT79OAC1CBN88?ASIN=0439023521	Exciting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love to read this kind of book.  It kept me on the edge of my seat, wondering how it would end.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1D4G6JFRGRY0T?ASIN=0439023521	OMG	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So much better than one could hope for. Once I started, I couldn't but it down. On to book two.!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3V24YXQJP7180?ASIN=0439023521	Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book hunger games was very good  and I would reccomend it to my friends at school. It was god</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QEBACRF4FXIW?ASIN=0439023521	Gift	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought the trilogy for my family.  I love it that they have all read them and enjoyed them all.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNPR5DLLI94A0?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the book. It was better than the movie. It made me buy the Catching Fire book. Thank you.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RH61UYUM07QTP?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely Loved it! This is not usually my style so I was shocked when I couldn't put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2I4MSUL8SR2K9?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put it down!! It was easy t read and easy to follow. I would recommend it to everyone.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MUTEUTWIHY2N?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Pretty good if u are on to such a serious book series or book I would recommend reading this book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZRWVLD942P14?ASIN=0439023521	It was a pretty epic book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked this book a lot  because   it had a lot of action.  I think that the next book is as good</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OBOW5VVP2YK2?ASIN=0439023521	Coulddn't put this book down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read this book in two days could not Put it down. very well written can't wait to  read book two.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GPS3Q0ZEJ2W8?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games is a great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Way better than the movie!  Couldn't put it down!  It is the best one of the three in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXE3MM699547P?ASIN=0439023521	love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i love this book right now i am working on atching fire and it is so hard to put these books down</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18TEX10I3SBNY?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games trilogy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have found these books to be very well written. This could very well be a true and not fiction.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20TQEKP5AMTX4?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not stop reading this book! I can't want to watch the movie and read the next two books!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R298N3OGNTYGQ9?ASIN=0439023521	Best trilogy I've ever read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger Games is much more than a Young Adult read.  I'm an old adult and I thoroughly enjoyed it!  I couldn't put the book down and have encouraged many young and old alike to read these books.  It has so many unpredictible twists and turns you'll be wanting more when you finish the third.  Looking forward to another one of Suzanne's books!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KFZ1K7TYG2GX?ASIN=0439023521	Wanting more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My son went to see the movie and told me it was really good. A coworker said the book was in line with the movie so of course i had to read it. i was taken in right from the start. It was hard to put the book down, i had to know what was going to happen next. Easy to follow and well written. The end leaves you needing to know what happens next so right when i was done i had to order the second book of the triology. i look forward to start reading to see the outcome of Katniss....<br/>Well done Suzanne Collins!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31SNHL4WUO2CW?ASIN=0439023521	I was hooked from the 1st book to the last book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I usually never read any fiction books and I don't even know how this got on my Kindle but I am glad it did!  I did not want to put the book down, none of them.  I found myself trying to stay a<a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Hunger-Games/dp/B002MQYOFW"">The Hunger Games</a><a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Catching-Fire-The-Second-Book-of-the-Hunger-Games/dp/B003O86FMW"">Catching Fire (The Second Book of the Hunger Games)</a><a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Mockingjay-The-Final-Book-of-The-Hunger-Games/dp/B003XF1XOQ"">Mockingjay (The Final Book of The Hunger Games)</a>wake longer just so I could keep reading. I was on the edge of my seat with each book, waiting to see what happened next. I give all 3 books 5 stars!!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TK4QKWG6AE99?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book captivated me from the very start.  Its not the type of book I normally read.  But on the recomendation of a close friend I took the plunge and boy and I glad I did. I started and finished the book in a weekend.  Came back to her and begged her for the next one.  All in all I am ready to read the third one...I can't stop thinking of Katniss and Petta and Gale....I want more.  I hope Suzanne Collins continues the Saga.  Now I hear there is a movie to be released in March of  2012. I simply can't wait...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32N5ZTBY803HM?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was my first Suzanne Collins book, and I am hooked.  I am just finishing this trilogy.<br/><br/>Hunger Games hooked me from the very beginning.  Collins' writing is clear, concise, description to the point that I visualized the people, places and circumstances as if they were happening before me.  I felt that I had to keep reading this book to get Katniss out of trouble.<br/><br/>Amazing writing.  Keeps you clued to the book from the beginning and leaving you wanting more.  That's where book 2 and 3 come in.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2N7LI0GWWH17P?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I expected it to be similar to the movie since I saw that first. To my surprised it's way better</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2J3X7BNN28O9Z?ASIN=0439023521	Rebel with a Cause	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A good, fast read.  If you have a little bit of rebel in you this might be a a fun read for you.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UIR7RMJJ3HBJ?ASIN=0439023521	great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved the book, can't wait to read the next two books as well as watch the movies to compare to!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GJTPUBKXYRN0?ASIN=0439023521	It's a pritty good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've heard it was a good book a desired to read it for my self I think this book is for everyone</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34SZGHQEDJDU2?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good read as usual . Waiting for December to read the next book in the series for free on kindle</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3U69ZW77B5045?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked the book . It was very entertaining to read. It was fun to follow katness on her journey</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R172YCMQY722TR?ASIN=0439023521	it's good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is good because it's good and I like it this book is great because it is great and yeA</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7RZZK0A970AZ?ASIN=0439023521	Best book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of the best books I've ever read. So exciting and happy at the same time. I love it so much.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HLX9NURR1V13?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it but not a huge reader	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved the book. I am not a huge reader and after watching the movies I decided to read the books</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25TOT46FXBCCQ?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really liked the end when the capitol says there can only be one Victor. It was a great twist.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KQ1I2VREFEXT?ASIN=0439023521	Surprisingly good!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book in a day because once I started it I couldn't stop! I look forward to the next!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BCHUDM0KRSHJ?ASIN=0439023521	Best Book Ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best book I've ever read!!! Read it in 3 days!!! Can't wait to read the 2nd book in the series!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BCGBTCGJK4BG?ASIN=0439023521	Huger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I choose this rating because I loved it was so fun to read.I think any one would love this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QKJM95RKD18T?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had no interest in seeing or reading this book but now that I have I'm hooked!! On to book 2!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24X3YNVU59L7H?ASIN=0439023521	Great book, the suspense and narration were outstanding!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book with so much color. I can't wait  to read the next book.<br/>This is one  you must !</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/REQVDL32OJO5G?ASIN=0439023521	Riveting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My daughter loved it and wanted me to read it also. Glad I did. Looking forward to the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBQEE49TWJPDA?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the best book I have ever read in my whole life everyone should read this book right now</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1O9CZVUVSJIAK?ASIN=0439023521	Great series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this series but they are a little long but it's worth the money to pay for the first book</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZP4GCTP0QSGA?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this iss just what i wanted ald asI get into reading it is a great sport wne i think they whoule</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1AIENTIF2JXBO?ASIN=0439023521	Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It seemed very good.  I did like it and I think I might even finish reading the other two books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RHAUVWU5PA6D?ASIN=0439023521	Very enjoyable read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am a cancer patient.  This made my mind think kind of OUT OF THE BOX. Really enjoyed the read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZOIM8TGZIF9?ASIN=0439023521	Good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love  your books I am looking forward to a other books that you have made thanks for the books</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36RWRXBSQ9H3A?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the best book I have ever read!!! I can't wait to start the next book... I am hooked! :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSUKMX4K37Q2W?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't put this book down!! It only took me a day to read. Can't wait to read the second one!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMSEPZ9SJMZ0M?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I just love the book theres nothing else to say but u should read it. LOVE IT!!!!! Give it a try</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RAVU8VW3003RO?ASIN=0439023521	Best series ever!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This series will never get old! No matter how many times I read it!!! Definitely a work of art !</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1L716SBTTERWR?ASIN=0439023521	Best	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It the best book you should read it all cause it is so good. Please read and give it a five star</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RN12KMZIWB6US?ASIN=0439023521	Finished it in 2 days	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing.  I loved this book and now I can watch the movie.  I can't wait to read the next books.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3W2JLHIPPHEZ?ASIN=0439023521	Gripping	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I finished this book in a weekend, it was such a page turner I couldn't put it down. Great book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UZLT47XGT86N?ASIN=0439023521	Great beginning want to keep reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Bought book hope to finish and share with friends soon. Hope the movie is as good as the book is</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YX2J9MLF74H8?ASIN=0439023521	Five star Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love both the movie and book it's the best book that a young teen or adult will enjoy reading.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2G6KMFWY20VYU?ASIN=0439023521	Love it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This very hard to put down, I started out a little slow picked up real fast and kept me reading.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQW6QZZD5X0A3?ASIN=0439023521	page Turner!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Not my typical book when it comes to content yet I couldn't put it down! Author did a great job.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1EXS3RMACDT97?ASIN=0439023521	Great engaging story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put the book down and read it in just two days.  I can't wait to start the second one</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HOI2UJI5MP4P?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great book to read. It kept my interest through every page. Can't wait to read book 2.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJLU9MXVHM0GK?ASIN=0439023521	couldn't stop reading.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book has an amazing story. I can nit wait to finish the next two and then watch the movies!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21F35AHFUPXXH?ASIN=0439023521	Great Story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved the book! I couldn't wait to get off from work and read.  Can't wait to read the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJVEV18398NY?ASIN=0439023521	great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't usually read this type of book but it was great. I am sure the second book will be great</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPMJZ47AI7TWB?ASIN=0439023521	I like!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed!!!! I have been lookin for a new series to read an i am enjoying my selection so far!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3ULVNRO506LTL?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wonderful book! Once I started it, I could not put it down. Read all three in less than 2 weeks.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TS53OS946GNY?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">great story, can't wait to read the next two books! This is one I could read over and over again</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12VUJVJNAOISY?ASIN=0439023521	I couldn't put it down..	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book had my attention from the first chapter. And it kept it all the way to the last page.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RLBYHL91ORZH?ASIN=0439023521	A Page Turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't read a lot of fiction, but decided I'd like to read this book after my daughter read the series and loved it. Then I found out it was going to be part of the curriculum for freshman in our high school next year.<br/><br/>After I got through the first chapter, I had a hard time putting the book down. I kept wanting to know what happened next. I really enjoyed it. My daughter has told me the second book is even better, so after I get done with the book I'm reading now, I look forward to seeing if I agree.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIZ5GVKFFU6ZH?ASIN=0439023521	Awsome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book it was one of the best things I have ever reard I recommend it to everyone!😀</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3E6LZN5Q4IURV?ASIN=0439023521	a great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book so much!!!  I can read it over and over again.  Book arived in good condition.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3B1HQ9KRGAZ2T?ASIN=0439023521	Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good stuff not the new Harry potter lifelike I thought lol lol lol lol lol lol lol lol good bye</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NHGVGINBJ6L8?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I though it would be boring but I read then could not stop and there was some much detail 10/10</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26L12SHVCJJ4L?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As good as the movie.  Could hardly put it down once I started it.  Can't wait to begin book 2.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UD3I8CUDBR1S?ASIN=0439023521	I love this story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this story, can not wait doe the last movie to come out, than I will have the whole set.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R191GKYG8OLMUW?ASIN=0439023521	great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I lost the first Hunger games book and wanted to read it so i bought this one and it was great!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RE16R9D5AZ95B?ASIN=0439023521	Great!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book was a quick read. it had a good plot. looking forward to the next book in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJ4LYVGNZN0D3?ASIN=0439023521	Best book I've read in years	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book read in 2 days cannot wait to read the next two books recommended to all my friend s</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Y22IH3XPWTP8?ASIN=0439023521	awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Just so good It's amazing I just love it so much<br/>U should read it it is the best book ever</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3962FUEKATO8K?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was so good I couldn't put it down. I finished it in 1 1/2 days and had to get the next book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVVV4GF30XHJQ?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">GREAT  BOOK MUST READ THIS OR DIE IN THE PITS OF TATARUS OR HELL IF YOU ARE MORE COMFY WITH THT</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34KW1G4T4W1DV?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The best book ever loved it<br/>My favourite part was when they both are in the cave I love it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R261BBXMBM9BIZ?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I never saw the movie but I'm glad I'm reading the series.  Have already planned to read 2 &amp; 3.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROFNG8A4NEZPL?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I coose tat because it was awesome i would recomend it to everyone and i dont dislike any of it</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6ZTKYZ3HS3LE?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the best book ever! This is the best I have read in years. It goes into so much detail.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JBJA0MSF5EPA?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's amazing, In more than one way, I can't seem to put it down. It's a great read for any age.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BEWTCDRJCZDN?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book so much but it just gets better and better each time best book ever do read it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2N9GTG89ZI72N?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is one of my favorite books if only took me a few day to read because I couldn't put it down</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HH93DFL4F0TM?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Once I started I could not stop reading it. I am reading for book 2. Awesome book, loved it! :)</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2T5LFSI0VCFY6?ASIN=0439023521	Page turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It reels you in from page one. There is not a boring moment.<br/>I can't wait to read  book 2.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24FDQ7MRE9XWB?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great read and I recommend it to any young adult looking for a good and exciting read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2S5Y9BTA7R4BV?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was amazing! So many twists and turns! I loved it! Best book I've read in a long time</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1A0R4PLLM0UUT?ASIN=0439023521	Could not put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed this book so much that it was so hard to put it down! I can't wait for the next book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLJGPJ3OZ9YWM?ASIN=0439023521	Great Story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A must read. I could read this book over and over again. Make sure to read the other two books.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3I4RUPY3RMMGB?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie before I read the book.  The movie was very good but the book was very AwEsOmE!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3M9T2WSQJEOMD?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games 1	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Could not put it down. I loved it. I can not wait for the next one. Great, greAt book. Love it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NEYMZV0MNO2G?ASIN=0439023521	Wow	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Can't wait to read the rest of the series - and watch the movie again! Let's get started asap !</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CMH6EVS0V3KF?ASIN=0439023521	Best Book Ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best book read in quite a while can't wait to watch the move and then read book 2 catching fire</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11K5ZWMKDXSMQ?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was not sure would like the book, but I was totally taken by it<br/>  Must read. I loved it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QG9T5IJ2CQY6?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a good story pulled you in. I read it in two days. Can not wait to read the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37NQG062CXUSB?ASIN=0439023521	Captivating!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't want to put this book down. Cannot wait to start the next one! A page turner for sure!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DRJU50LWABTZ?ASIN=0439023521	Great!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well written made a fast read. Didn't want to put it down. Can't wait to read the next in line.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R250RQUBK0U59U?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best book ever I finished it in a day I could not put it down I can't wait to read the next one</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20UF3DBOAVXXP?ASIN=0439023521	Great story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This will keep you on your toes.  I am so glad I read this one.  I can't wait to see the movie.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PAAIP6X2ZW9W?ASIN=0439023521	I read this	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Cover to cover and enjoy it very much. I cant wait for the movie to come out in theathers. yeah</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Q8DVU0VI0CBI?ASIN=0439023521	Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good job . Making me gives review what a joke haha 9 more words required. Can't wait to be done</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HX5L30X8K7VN?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book. I couldn't put it down from the very first page. Ready to read the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3Q3ZG9TH85OOQ?ASIN=0439023521	Love	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love this series, I had read these books over and over and they never get old. It's a must read</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2G0IABTRZKJ5E?ASIN=0439023521	best book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book probably the best book I've read ! You should get this book its heart racing .</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RE13X6WEPMR72?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put this book down! I can't wait to see what happens in the next book of the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16XV1B8TNSCJC?ASIN=0439023521	Gory	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a great book but very gory for ten year old children, but still a very very good book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8UI14S1KTPSH?ASIN=0439023521	The most ok book the day it came out lolol!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't get y there r squiggly lines in my tablet.it was ok but the book was big and liked it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24P4IUZ2ATOUI?ASIN=0439023521	Good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a good book and i really enjoyed it i would suggest it to lots of people very good book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R258OP3176GNIT?ASIN=0439023521	Great!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book. Can not wait to read the next two books. cant wait to see who katniss ends up with.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R139YFOYX7SI64?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A really  good book , better than the movie. I really want to find out what happens next. :) :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYJHVES08P2KI?ASIN=0439023521	great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Didn't think i would like it but couldnt put it down once i started reading it was a great read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFYTHO3758YB8?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book and the movie was good as well.  Easy to read even on my phone.  A real page turner.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UNJKTBMKM58X?ASIN=0439023521	Dark, disturbing... and at the rate we're going, not impossible	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">""Hunger Games"" was a wonderfully written book, which upset me so much that it took me a month to sit down and write its review.<br/><br/>Imagine a ""United States,"" if you will, which isn't united. Ravaged by an apocalypse, there remain a mere dozen territories. The lines between wealth and poverty are sharp. The citizens' main entertainment has gotten more bloody and violent than the worst available in 2008: politically-encouraged children fight to the death for food.<br/><br/>Told from the point of view of Katniss, who's fed her family by hunting illegally, readers follow the lottery of children from each district. The children and teenagers are helped to enhance their skills, dressed for pageants... and then dumped to fight, with cameras following their every move, for the delight of the country. With minimal help, a bit more from sponsors, the reader finds himself starting to like ""enemies"" while hoping for their deaths.<br/><br/>I was spellbound by ""Hunger Games,"" turning every page with high anticipation yet not looking forward to the end of the book.  The very last page shocked me, actually leaving me a bit nauseated for a few hours, and I'm hoping for a sequel.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXDZF8UZ4P0N4?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A great book, written with just enough pace to keep you interested, and wondering what's next!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Z8R7ZYZVBU3T?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So much better than the movie.  I can't wait for the next one to read. I hope you read it too.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BPQGCRTNXBG8?ASIN=0439023521	Easy reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Easy reading.  Watching for the movie.  Shows a government gone wrong.  Waiting for the movie.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCPJX41B9TXBN?ASIN=0439023521	I'm truly satisfied!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Super easy to order and quick service! I'm truly satisfied and will keep ordering for sure ;-)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39Q9HZP6142K1?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very good. I enjoyed all the details that were not in the movie. I would definitely recommend.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27K1Y7OC8L7E6?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">uses a lot of detail very violent though but it is awesome yeah bokmeg ngfd udr vtf ef e  hhft</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DQAQ3AT4VDOJ?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is a really great story, but it's not very well written. It's worth the read anyway.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VVFP2E2NGLSE?ASIN=0439023521	great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it. The movie was good too but the book is better. Now letting my son read it too. Good.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16H7JFJ823LAM?ASIN=0439023521	I like it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've read it 6 times and it has a good message of how violence is not the answer to everything</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GCM494D1N4YB?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Not the most complicated writing, but thoroughly enjoyable---even for us older ""teens""</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GRKAZC3VQTAF?ASIN=0439023521	"A Little ""Too"""	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Maybe it's a little too modern for me.  The violence bothers me, but I'm glad I read the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2AJMYPNBDMSF9?ASIN=0439023521	Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">F didn't if an an odd dBm I eh I've dBm Hz dj Hz dBm I tv tv eh eh th um I :(cm is an Hz dj Hz</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GSB2FQ8WG0AS?ASIN=0439023521	Favorite	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I Love this series and i could not put this book down because it was so good. I am so serious!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FH9JLBI2VUGT?ASIN=0439023521	Greatest book ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I chose this rating because I was caught up in the story and couldn't put it down til the end.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25R9F7YR19MXT?ASIN=0439023521	I loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I think its the best book ever! I can't wait to read the next book catching fire! And the next</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HLRSLHNC9839?ASIN=0439023521	LOVED IT	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was sad when i finished but i will totally get the other books it was my favorite book ever.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YXMLU7DEF75V?ASIN=0439023521	love this book!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have read all three books and this one is by far my favorite.  I really like the movies too.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPJ1CL0O1HJM?ASIN=0439023521	MDMA	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a great book but it started off slow but it ended good to where it was a five star book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UX3IQHEY7KAR?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING!!!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely loved this book. It was  a  great start to the trilogy an  I am a huge fan of it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Q17N4F67L378?ASIN=0439023521	Awsome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book it's my second time reading I  and I never get tired of I  Iove  the romance</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RA9S5Q552LKWE?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Recommend to any one who likes to red I hope you guys enjoy the book I won't tell any spoilers</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WWV6XKL1290B?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought it was really exciting but the end was kind of  boring I hope book 2 will be awesome</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2H4LWVNOQ8JZH?ASIN=0439023521	Sweet, intense love story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved this book, more than the movie. It kept me on my toes wanting to read more. A must read!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNO14Z4JGICPU?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book, Purchased as a Gift	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book, purchased it as a gift for my father for his birthday as he had wanted to read it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCKWB7B6X14J5?ASIN=0439023521	Good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a very good book and I couldn't put it down. The book was even better than the movie.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1S1D2R2AY6P0U?ASIN=0439023521	Holy crap	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">That was one of the most epic books I have read. I can't wait to read the next book of Katness</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CTZP7VVRZT1?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it! Read the whole thing in 2 days and I'm not a reader really! Makes you laugh and cry!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10LKVHOUM5ZTV?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was really action packed it was a really good price of writing I want you to read this book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R946AXRGVYHEY?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was amazing and I don't want to stop reading this book ever. It is not good for small kids.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R209Q6AAE76ZVP?ASIN=0439023521	I love it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book! My inner book worm is happy :) I can't wait to finish the entire trilogy :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZCOGYFL0V12B?ASIN=0439023521	Surprisingly good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">At first I wasn't sure I would like this book but it definitely pulls you in and won't let go.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZ75PMYX9AOEC?ASIN=0439023521	It's ok	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was ok.  I can't wait to see what happens in the second book.  I give it four stars.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZEMW9E7L9G1D?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is great! It's way better than the movie. This would be a book I read over and over.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31EY1TKDN1I5B?ASIN=0439023521	love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">loved the book and the movie this was a kindle book so there is not too much to say about it..</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11R6XLH9ND03C?ASIN=0439023521	Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is way better than I thought it would be I was at the edge of my seat the hole story</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMLFCXJXLEOCY?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome..couldn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I can't wait to read the next one. I also can't wait to see the movie. I hope it's comparable.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YB2OD5E8XCJL?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">5 star book....I loved it! Now I am ready to see the movies, and read the rest if the trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26PC5YFD74KIU?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was a very exciting read. I'm not much of a reader but I couldn't put this one down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OAUR0V6MKVOK?ASIN=0439023521	great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">All the hungry games books were great. I have read them a few times now and plan to read again</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RB5JW2LCWFJG5?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie and could not wait to read the books!  I cannot wait to start the second book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3ID6Y9WSLKS05?ASIN=0439023521	Captivating	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read the book before I watched the movie and I must say the book is way better than the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R283S0F9CQDTG5?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Is a must read!!! I couldn't put my Kindle down ! I can't wait to read the rest of the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16QEQ904TUURY?ASIN=0439023521	best book ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is my favorite book ever. It is a great thriller there is no more to say. I am speechless</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12Z5C1FBA45ZZ?ASIN=0439023521	Great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games was amazing! I got so involved in it that I read it in two  days! Great book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OCKS3LVF86CH?ASIN=0439023521	Big hype over nothing, was I reading a different book to others?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So I am a little late reading this book compared to a lot of people, but I was reluctant because I did hate the movie. A LOT. (So painfully boring) But I decided to give this book a chance because of all the hype around it and because you should never judge a book by it's movie...EVER<br/>Unfortunately, I seem to have fallen in the minority who didn't fall in love with this book. At times I did love it, (but those times were quite rare), sometimes reading this book was quite painful. I found myself wishing it was over, which is sad because I really, really wanted this book to amaze me.<br/>Let's start with the things that I loved, the actual concept was amazing and unique. A blood bath of teens, what's not interesting about this book? To be perfectly honest, the concept of the book and the world of Panem was the reasons I gave this book two stars.<br/><br/>I was expecting tons of gore and action. What did I get? Flat characters, not enough gore for a book about fighting to the death and a lot of characters just sitting around and waiting. For a book which should have been filled with action, there was a distinct lack of it! The thing is this book had a lot of promise, the world that was created was unique and interesting to read about. For a dystopian novel you need the world created to be really strong, which this book had.<br/><br/>But whilst a really unique world was created, the characters lacked in depth and didn't really drive the story. They often seemed emotionless and flat, I found it difficult to connect with characters and especially difficult to connect to Katniss as a heroine. I appreciate that she was supposed to be portrayed as a strong heroine, who can stand her own ground. However, since when did strong heroine mean a lifeless, stoney character who rarely shows emotion? The way in which she was written made her seem cold and unlikeable a lot of the time. The only time I really could relate to her as a character was when she formed an alliance with Rue. Finally! Some character development right? Wrong! She went back to her usual cold and unlikeable self.<br/><br/>Another thing which I found frustrating was that there were so many characters in the actual Hunger Games, but I barely got to know any of them. Cato, Glitter, Foxface and even Gale's character wasn't really developed. However I am hoping that Gale's and Katiniss's friendship is explored more, because at this point they don't make a convincing pair of best friends. Just two people that hunt together. Granted this is only the first book, so I may have been expecting a little too much, but I do want to find out more about Gale.<br/><br/>Overall, the hype was bigger than should have been. The book was littered with boring characters and almost no action. I will keep reading the series because of the fact that I am curious as to where the story will go now that the actual Hunger Games has finished. I also am looking forward to reading about the love triangle between Katniss, Peeta and Gale. But my outlook on the book is already slightly negative and I am expecting very little.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3F1ZUAOAGO5N4?ASIN=0439023521	An interesting premise and thinly veiled criticism of our humanity	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The premise of this book immediately grabs your attention: every year, 24 children of Panem are forced to fight to the death in gladiatorial games that are purported to be held to pay tribute to the great sacrifices made to win back a nation's freedom. In reality, however, the games are held to keep the citizenry fearful of its masters, and to entertain the depraved, grotesque aristocracy.<br/><br/>I liked several things about this book:<br/><br/>- Its portrayal of how evil can masquerade as virtue. The masters of the games wear masks (literally) of sweetness, beauty, courage, and honor, yet they are, in their hearts, self-delusional, sociopathic, cynical cowards.<br/><br/>- Its portrayal of how all evil needs to win is for good people to do nothing. Katniss, the protagonist, decides to stand up to the system and shows that tyranny can triumph only with the cooperation of the oppressed.<br/><br/>This message can be found throughout literature (look at all of Ayn Rand's works) and history (Ghandi is the exemplar) because it's TRUE.<br/><br/>- Its portrayal of how fragile a totalitarian state truly is. All it takes is a large enough portion of a population to feel that it has nothing left to lose, and a spark of hope for freedom.<br/><br/>- It is written simply and moves quickly. You won't get bored.<br/><br/>- Mrs. Collins has no problems causing the characters pain and suffering, which makes for good drama.<br/><br/>- Everyone likes to root for the underdog, and ride the emotional roller coaster that accompanies this type of tale.<br/><br/>I didn't like several things about this book:<br/><br/>- The writing style is bit too simple for my tastes. I know this is YA, but the prose was very choppy and unimaginative. It got the job done and told the story, but I can't say much for it beyond that.<br/><br/>- The premise, as described, was a bit flimsy. Seventy-four years of these barbaric festivities and Katniss was the FIRST to volunteer in her district in place of a loved one? The people still just calmly line up and ship their children off to die? The ending also makes you wonder that in all that time, she was the FIRST to do that?<br/><br/>I don't have a problem suspending disbelief when reading or watching stories, and I'm not one to constantly try to poke holes in plots, so this is a minor complaint. But just something I'd like to point out.<br/><br/>- The story doesn't even try to sell the counter-idea, which is the value of having the Games in the society. It succeeded in showing the inhumanity of it all, but great stories always present compelling arguments for the other ""evil"" and get you to--even if for a second--think, ""Well, I guess that IS kind of true, but..."" This doesn't happen in Hunger Games.<br/><br/>- I didn't care about the characters very much. They were very one-dimensional and there was no significant arc for the main characters (that is, the story didn't change who they were or reveal anything new of importance). This was especially true with Katniss, who didn't reveal much behind her cool, impassive exterior.<br/><br/>- The mawkish romance between Peeta and Katniss didn't add much to the story for me. In fact, it felt kind of irrelevant. But I think this is more of a genre convention than anything else, so it didn't really bother me.<br/><br/>SUMMARY<br/><br/>All in all, this was a fun book that has a valuable message, although it felt a bit under-developed. It's not in my top 10, 50, or even 100, but it's a structurally sound story that has the right amount of novelty and poignant emotional energy to make it worth reading.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3U3YVNOBXKJVI?ASIN=0439023521	Violent and predictable	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I should probably confess, I doubt I'm in this books target audience. I'm male and in my twenties. That being said, I didn't much care for it.<br/><br/>For starters, a book about kids killing kids isn't exactly the sort of thing I can get behind. And at it's heart, that is the core of the book. You can try to get around it by saying - well it's actually about the sort of society that would allow such a thing to happen, or some other excuse, but that isn't what's fueling the narrative. The primary source of conflict in this book is a group of kids in an enclosed area using various means to extinguish each other's lives. I have to admit, that makes me a bit squeamish.<br/><br/>But putting all that aside, the book is still just not very good. From the start, we can see where this is going. Ms. Collins starts off almost immediately hyping these games, so you immediately suspect the narrator will be selected for the games or be sent to the games by some confluence of events. Then you look at the spine of the book and can determine: she won't be dying any time soon. And you get the sense this writer isn't much of a risk taker so you conclude: she won't be dying at all. You can discern all of this within the first thirty pages.<br/><br/>Then there is another small problem; why should we care about our protagonist? She isn't the most exciting person in the world. Besides hunting, she doesn't seem to have many interests. The world she inhabits seems so small it could induce claustrophobia. When I think of the prospect of losing such a character, I think: that will be fine. So as a reader, I don't have much skin in the game.<br/><br/>Another problem is the world Ms. Collins describes makes little sense. This is where being an adult and reading this book is really going to put a damper on your fun. There is a capital; it has thirteen districts surrounding it. One day these districts waged war on the capital. This got the capital angry, so they force citizens of these districts to have some of their children killed every year in a barbaric televised competition. Question, when the time comes to raise a military, how is this capital going to pull that off? If you were one of the citizens of these districts, you'd be getting yearly reminders of what a sick, repressive regime is running things in the capital. I don't think the whole shared sacrifice aspect of national defense will work well in their favor. No regime interested in survival would allow such games to take place.<br/><br/>Everyone in this novel seems either callous or downright psychopathic. There aren't many glimmers of humanity visible. The protagonist volunteers to take the place of her sister at these games, and district 12's response is to give her a useless salute. Seems like a rebellion would have been more appropriate. Outside of the violence, there isn't much to drive this story. We limp from one dead teenager to another until we reach the predictable climax.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33KLFVLDWVC5K?ASIN=0439023521	An intriguing, futuristic adventure...superbly done	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">""The Hunger Games"" is the first book of a trilogy by Suzanne Collins. This Kindle e-book edition is 384 pages in length.<br/><br/>*SPOILER*<br/><br/>A draconian regime has come to rule what was once the USA; now a land now called Panem. The main area called the 'Capital' holds sway with an iron fist over 12 other lesser 'districts'. Once a year, in an attempt to provide 'amusement' for their own populous AND to bluntly remind the other districts just who is boss, they put on an event called, 'The Hunger Games'. Each one the other 12 districts MUST pick, by lottery, one boy and one girl between the ages of 11 and 18 to participate in this event. The 24 contestants (called 'tributes') are put into a huge open outdoor wilderness where they must their strength, cunning and whatever else they my find in this 'arena' to try to become the sole survivor of these 'games'. The winner, along with the inhabitants of his/her district, get to eat and live in relative splendor for the next year.<br/><br/>This is the tale of two district 12 candidates...following a girl named Katniss and, to a lesser extent, a boy named Peeta. Katniss shows us numerous traits of her maturation process as she struggles throughout 'the games';  twinges of guilt, a faltering self-esteem, loyalty issues, nagging doubts about her sense of morality,  her untested survival abilities and most important...would she or could she, when the moment came, be able to kill another human being.  During the course of the tale, some of these traits are strengthened, some diminished...some for the better and some not. Needless to say, Katniss is a very interesting heroine.<br/><br/>*END SPOILER*<br/><br/>Although this work can easily be classified as young adult (YA), there are many elements within these pages to satisfy most adult readers. Collins has done a remarkable job in preventing this work from becoming a series of miraculous escapes and unbelievable occurrences...things that so often plague the YA genre of books.  I thought, on several occasions, that I'd figured out what would seem the most likely outcome of some decision made by Katniss or  Peeta, and not only was I wrong most of the time, but the way things actually went or turned out, was nearly always  better, than I'd foreseen.<br/><br/>Also, after I'd read enough to get a gist of what was happening, I found the plot turned out to be much more complex than what I'd expected. I was very impressed with the skill with which Collins described and manipulated the 'situations' that Katniss and Peeta found themselves facing during the 'games'. Nothing seems to help develop (or crush) the sense of growing up like having to make important decisions...and several of the decisions that our two heroes had to make could only be described as agonizing.<br/><br/>Conclusion:<br/>An exciting page turner...well written, superbly paced and a plot exceeding well thought out and executed. Written using 2 teenagers as the main protagonists, giving it a YA feel, but the overall quality shines through and will satisfy most adult readers.  I look forward to book II.<br/>5 Stars<br/><br/>Ray Nicholson<br/><br/>PS<br/>Thanks to amazon friend Paul Weiss for bringing this fine book to my attention.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15XVQ24X2GXXS?ASIN=0439023521	STUNNING.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">No summaries or spoilers here... and since this book has received nearly 1200 reviews already, I'll keep this short and high level.<br/><br/>This book is magnificent. Ms. Collins has achieved literary magic here. Whether you are a mature young adult or enjoying your retirement, this is a book you will love. Be prepared to immediately dive into the next book, however, as this one leaves you breathless and without complete closure.<br/><br/>Atmosphere &amp; setting: Dark. Set in a brutal post-apocalyptic world. Survival of the fittest is law. U.S. after our world has fallen apart and been ripped apart by war. Nature has taken back ownership of the land and the politicians rule over the remaining population with an iron fist.<br/><br/>Characters: Highly developed- you will fall in love with them. They are all rich, colorful and captivating. From our narrator, the bold and practical Katniss, to her endearing, yet determined partner Peeta, to Gale whose grey eyes seem to watch the action with you from his distant perch, to even the supporting characters that get no more than a scene or two to make an impression. These are lasting characters with lives of their own- hopes, fears, dreams.<br/><br/>Themes and plot: This is not a light book. It deals with abuse of power, political and otherwise, class prejudice, family loyalty, loss of a parent, murder as entertainment, the harshness and beauty of nature, and what people will do when they are desperate to survive. There is cruelty and there is hope. A surprisingly dark book for a young audience, but full of important messages and the demonstration that the thread of human decency will always persevere. Most of the more gruesome violence is implied and not detailed.<br/><br/>In terms of age appropriateness, I would ask how mature your young adult is. I could have read this at 10. Now as an adult, I would suggest 13+. No matter what age you read it, be prepared to get wrapped up in the devastation and miracle of this world<br/><br/>Once I started reading, I was glued to the pages until it was done. And now... now I need more of this world.<br/><br/>FURTHER READING:<br/>If you are interested in other young, strong female leads for young adults, I suggest the lighter, more fairy tale styled fantasy <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Sonia-in-Vert/dp/1608606392"">Sonia in Vert</a> by Avi Ornstein. This has a much lighter atmosphere, but still handles important themes of equality and class prejudice.<br/><br/>For more mature readers of 16+, the slightly more romance centric fastasy series <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Battle-Sylph/dp/084396300X"">The Battle Sylph</a> which also deals with weighty themes around young heroines.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NGVVSX5FGHQK?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie, solid series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">reads like an adult book and not teen. Great and interesting series, definitely very original</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VUH0WJGO11ON?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely love this book. Its very detailed. I love the strong lead character in this one.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFHUKNDMM2W4X?ASIN=0439023521	Wow	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great book. I recommend it for 9-10. I liked prim rose and the hunting in the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVRD209OOTRTW?ASIN=0439023521	beast book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a great book i recommend it for people who love action it is now my fav book. Loved it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2H7WLJF3KCFBB?ASIN=0439023521	... age group according to my daughter yet I totally enjoyed it.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Perhaps this movie is not for my age group according to my daughter yet I totally enjoyed it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUCRPERUFDE7V?ASIN=0439023521	amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book so much I should have read it before I saw that move but it is still amazing</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3ID5LTL0SQWQY?ASIN=0439023521	Exciting from page 1	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A great book to read when you are on vacation. I read it in few days because its so exciting.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2D6VMA25PZ78?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">hi hey wants up how r u do u I did the bath'll didn't subsided staccato z Wednesday quack row</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RT9QGP2TY9EAS?ASIN=0439023521	Surprised me on how much I enjoyed it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it so much I<br/> finished it in  just a day, I just could not put it down so amazing!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BDN74AFSVCDJ?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So glad I finally read this book! I read 85% of it today alone. Can't wait for the next book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XBPRISWRVOQZ?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is my second Time reading it and it's just as good as ever. The movie is also very good.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HIR7NZKGA4GU?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A great read. I enjoyed every page and can hardly wait for more. Now I want to see the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYEULF0P0DNEY?ASIN=0439023521	good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i liked the book and the movie but this time the book was beter it is  a must read so buy it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ORNIGWKH2MA8?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I Couldn't put it down - more than I expected - looking forward to the next couple of books -</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QYE6I61RHVYH?ASIN=0439023521	Ending	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read! But, it would have been nice if Katness and Peeta made up at the end of the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNMCX9NF5SZOD?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Better than the movie can't wait to read the rest of the trilogy. Top 5 book I have ever read</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PIVMW8O1WXZH?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games rock	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book. I am going to start on book 2 right now. You should all read them. YAY!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDF8DO7ZK9RJR?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games is amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really did love this book it's truly one of the best books out there hope you enjoy as well</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3963R1ZEJSNOU?ASIN=0439023521	Romance & action	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a good book for tho see who like romance &amp; action I can't wait to start the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KBKAWCN75365?ASIN=0439023521	In love	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved it!!! I'm going to start the next one right a way can't wait !! I highly recommend it</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2F1Q6GOY177DC?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not put this book down. What an amazing book; I cannot wait to start on the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RT1G09TP5RK44?ASIN=0439023521	Awsome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best book I have ever read can't wait till I see that movie like every one else! I love peeta</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36N7BIVJBXA56?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the best book I ever read it is a piece of art truly it is....it's also sheer genius.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CKUMT0E7N90Z?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was so good I couldn't stop reading it! By far the best book I have ever read! Great book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UJA8TU2CLF0U?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Movie does no justice to the book love this book can not wait to read the rest of the trilogy</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YCFQRTRRS8TI?ASIN=0439023521	All the books	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I think this is stupid but I liked the books. I don't want to do,this is stupid. I love brass</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30NE5DKH8SX22?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book, kept me on the edge if my seat! Can't wait to ' read the next book in the series·</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1M3LHJYAHDHC4?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The story has you from the first page.  I don't need to see the film.  I love it on my Kindle</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SAQ2BB9SA6NA?ASIN=0439023521	Enjoyed Surprised	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Such a good read, lots of action and Katniss has a strong voice. It is easy to get sucked in.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OJU37YT13F7X?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book. The romance had me sitting at the edge of my seat. I couldn't put it down!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28JMKB5BBXDCS?ASIN=0439023521	loved	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Do i really need to explain this book and the amount of awesome that it is? I didnt think so.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2B11JQC2O0S2T?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very good i started reading it and i did not want to put it down .just wanted to keep reading</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QVG6YNOQNX6I?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read. Cant wait to read the rest of the books soon .check it out.  you will like it top</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MINU4T5ACPI2?ASIN=0439023521	Finished it in one day!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I actually took this book off of my younger brother's bookshelf at his suggestion. I was a little hesistant since he is ten years younger than me, in high school, and after reading the summary it didn't seem like my kind of read. I cracked it open on a Saturday morning and then could not put it down!!!<br/><br/>Even though the plot may seem a little brutal, I think it is written brilliantly and can not wait to read the next two books to find out what happens between Katniss, Peeta, and Gale.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHLHZ6SU07H55?ASIN=0439023521	Young Adults Book??? I guess...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games was recommended to me as a Sci-Fi book.  I don't usually read that genre but was departing for a long plane trip and thought I'd read it on the flight.  Well, I finished the whole book during the flight. A quick read, well told and you can almost feel the 'make believe' location where it takes place. It was very interesting and imaginative.  I was told it was a young adult book but I think it is good for all of us older adults as well.  I think you will enjoy this book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26ULSMA07AKPG?ASIN=0439023521	Well written great book. Have read the trilogy of of the ...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well written great book.  Have read the trilogy of of the Hunger Games and enjoyed them all.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HCUDOIYMUJT?ASIN=0439023521	Omg	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved it. Took me a while but i fall for the story as much as Katniss is falling for peeta</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39Z68H1R8XISE?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent book. I enjoyed the read. Filled in many blanks from the movie as books always do.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BM32FSW91ZVU?ASIN=0439023521	awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So good! I loved the suspense! Also a huge cliff hanger book cause u can't read it in 1 day!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MWD3T40MZXNN?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great story, it was part of required reading for a college level pol sci course I had taken!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PTJBXCOVHEHI?ASIN=0439023521	:(	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i an t even read the book it has all the adds poping up why why why i really want to read it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GXBD6DVWB1DW?ASIN=0439023521	This was a gift to a family member who is ...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a gift to a family member who is an avid reader of this author, so I can't comment.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2N8L82H8XDZ8Q?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed the book.  I would never have realized how much is  not covered in a movie.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12B1JN6DEJ36M?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really liked the ending but I don't want to give it away so I'm not going to say any more.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FAOGRS2E22HX?ASIN=0439023521	AWESOME	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">YOU SHOULD READ THIS BOOK AND THE SECOND ONE AND THE THIRD ONE IF YOU DO YOU ARE AWESOME YAY</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NUKANYCQ0UGH?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book it was everything I look for in a book !!! I really recommend this book !!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3M69K63VJ68JC?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">loved it, even better than the movie!  love that it is available with prime membership too!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UPMOW3LB3O25?ASIN=0439023521	loved it!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book! The movie does not do it justice. This us a must read book. Love this book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SITIBLAJC9WA?ASIN=0439023521	an awesome book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was such a breathtaking book I loved it a lot probably the best book I have ever read .</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3EY05ACK9KWVE?ASIN=0439023521	Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was epic I could not stop reading it from start to finish you should read it its the best</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2U73NWUPEI6XV?ASIN=0439023521	Eh...overrated.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">not as good as I was hoped.  not clear what all of the hype was about.  not what I expected.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2R8P6I2I0LIJA?ASIN=0439023521	good.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good. I really enjoyed it. Even though it took me a while to read it was very very very good</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20OARMRILKSI5?ASIN=0439023521	Riveting!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome book I couldn't put it down! Best read in a long time. I give it a five star rating!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LRUF9PMJG55K?ASIN=0439023521	Cool	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a good idea to have come up with. I really want the next book because it is so good.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17AVGYCX1CFZ7?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Liked it a lot. Better then the movie. I wanna read the next one and see more<br/>I love it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Y9KPETL3V60G?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book very good book loved it read it in a week would have read faster but got to sleep</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3K7SAVFCBFO8G?ASIN=0439023521	Pleasant	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is gross and great to read but I still think it could be less gross in some parts though.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R731JLTEZE6RP?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book so much. I can not wait to read the next one!!!! Five four three two one...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2A5KQ8PSLM09Q?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie and had to read the book. Starts off a little slow but love it all together!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2J8IO8T29RZR2?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is amazing and I love it so much it is inspirational and I hope I get to read more</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FZMLDUPZN61?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read the entire book in a day! Can't wait to read the others now! Oh, and watch the movie.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TTLWY89E53KI?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best book in the world so suspenceful I hope she goes out with Gale I &lt;3 that movie and Book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20BNURU3M67L2?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it !! Could not put it down read it in three days. My friends were o so right  awesome</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GHMTPV77E2Q9?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I finished it fast. It was so good I couldn't put it down. It was the best book I ever read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16XV2UJKXD8GQ?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best book I have read in a while! It kept me interested the whole time! I really do love it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIAGJMTHTZ4ZR?ASIN=0439023521	My review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So totally awsome I cannot wait to read the next book omg I think I will go get it right now</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RW3JJ80CSEHLD?ASIN=0439023521	Good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">the book was amazing and i love it so much now i can read the next books of the hunger games</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MKAS09FTHD6M?ASIN=0439023521	Best Book Ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A new favorite for me. Can now tell what people meant when they told me how great this is. *</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17TZX5M71OS1U?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Could not put it down. Best new book I have read so far. I jumped right into the second one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PEF4ESNS6DGM?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Finished it in a day because I could barely put it down. I can't wait to start the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LEBBMOLBXSIN?ASIN=0439023521	loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book has a moral srory to it and of you read it you will find out what it is like i did</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RI1U3S1YWY7UB?ASIN=0439023521	Very engaging	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is very engaging.  This was my second time to read it and I could not put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RB3942DI0X7RO?ASIN=0439023521	very good!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One if the best books that i have read in a long time.  i cant wait to read the other ones .</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LTFRMV6BQFK5?ASIN=0439023521	great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great  i loved every page of this book and cant wait to read the next one. what an easy read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7YYCP2NJLXMA?ASIN=0439023521	I enjoyed this book very much.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I look forward to the next two books. I hope they turn out to be just as good if not better.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37QBC5Y40GGZT?ASIN=0439023521	wow	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">boy this book has me on my toes i want to read more of it they need to make more of them wow</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2J0OCKH3TI3LP?ASIN=0439023521	Totally absorbing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The author writes in a way that makes you feel a part of Panem.  You're both outraged and fascinated by the levels of need/greed in the different districts.  There's definitely a lesson to be learned.  It made me think of reality television and how some folks find it entertaining, while others realize it's often a portrayal of mental illness.  The brutality is shocking, but you find yourself rooting for Katniss and completely sympathetic to the triangle she finds herself a part of.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GZVY41OF3AHX?ASIN=0439023521	the best book i have ever read in my life great ...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">the best book i have ever read in my life great for 12 + great mental age to read this book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1O73T9Z9IBC2J?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING!!! #1	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was the best book I've ever read and I can't wait to stick my head into the next book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UQ1LTRKKXJ3P?ASIN=0439023521	... paralleled by the movie but the added detail is nice to get	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is closely paralleled by the movie but the added detail is nice to get. Loved it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2E5OMOXNKE9BO?ASIN=0439023521	great story...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved everything about this book..I look forward to reading the second book of the trilogy!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FGQT5A8Y9P5F?ASIN=0439023521	cf	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hghnbg bnvfbv VHF gn gn bnvfbv. Bnvfbv. Bhnbvghn hggnhf c vb bb h tv vd. Gn h nn bnvfbv nn.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BY4NM4S1E5TV?ASIN=0439023521	I only read for fun. I have to say this was a really ...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm not a book critic, I only read for fun. I have to say this was a really fun, easy read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RTSPHHJ1BKN8?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book! This is a book that I've thought about over and over again. Very clever.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIRPID39R6K0F?ASIN=0439023521	It was good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I choose that rating because it's a good book. And I like the book because I like to read .</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WG0DQ8DIXHY0?ASIN=0439023521	good book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Why am I required to write a review if I rate it?  I guess it makes sense but still.  Word.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24D9ACLE1N1HC?ASIN=0439023521	great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was such a great book I was not able to put it down.  I recommend this book to anyone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19VLMC7BP5G7S?ASIN=0439023521	great first book easy read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was a very easy and fast read. I can't wait to read the next one!  Lots of action</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DCIYRCJWYZXT?ASIN=0439023521	amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a thrilling book that takes you on an adventure! Hope you liked as much as I did :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZUD33AUJVXGU?ASIN=0439023521	Has everything a book needs	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I think the book is great. Excited to read the next one. I bet it's as great or even better</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1N62BRCQDEH77?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I think that it was one of the best books I have ever read it was really really really good</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYTN95AMHYWI1?ASIN=0439023521	awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldnt keep out of it, was very into this book. I think i had it read within a few days.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RORNHJW7DL58?ASIN=0439023521	book review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The books are as good as all the hype that I had heard . I am glad I read the whole series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VGCXTZ5RC9XG?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is a amazing book to show how some kids have to live and others live very well !!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RP56782L9G997?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Book was OK.  I did read the second in the serier, but I doubt if I will read the third one</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19B1ZAJ8LX5US?ASIN=0439023521	Good Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Everyone said this was a great book and i haven't read it until now. And it is a great book</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1EC2MZXIWIQHW?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought it was a great book and it was very exciting and it was a very very romantic book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BNWE79EKBV3S?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of the heart books I""'ve read in a while can't wait  to see the movie and start Bob two</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFIZZGFSNWSJR?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Did not like the way I say is used so much very good book would recommend to anyone to read</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FHD17Q9UO52E?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book.  It kept me on my toes the entire time. I can't wait to read the sequel.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RC6H20RAZC350?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book I wish it never ends but it has to and I'm so sad and I love the movies to</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWOWQP83CYGMG?ASIN=0439023521	i love this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i read this book and it was good all the fist page to the last i can want to see the moive.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35U0HGTWD6UPF?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful !!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read it first in the three parts, I loved it, so I bought it to have my daughter read it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWAHYIPH9B87V?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of the best books!!! I couldn't put it down. Now I can not wait to read the next two!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROMCTDKCLK30S?ASIN=0439023521	Fab	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is so amazing! I was so into it I hardly got any sleep these last couple of days!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3A2UQ7NT0QLS7?ASIN=0439023521	amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was the best book ive ever read regardless of my age. i cant wait to get the second book</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXKSTT4HPT9YU?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Book was a great read! I now know what all the hype was about. Loved the other two as well!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RC1DTWSQC7SC1?ASIN=0439023521	Very well written	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is very well written and it is hard to stop reading  even tho it is kind of grim!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BFLI2UT298AF?ASIN=0439023521	I was left impressed!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I avoided this series because it didn't sound like something that would interest me; I'm not into futuristic or fantasy novels in the least. This series, however, makes me keep an open mind from now on. The authors writing is simplistic and easy to follow and it was an easy page turner. The story line was great and I found myself continuously looking forward to reading more. It's now one of my favorite series, a far cry from the horror/paranormal/suspense books I normally read!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RO1A6V37F9B5F?ASIN=0439023521	Grasping	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">... and did not let me put it down until I finished... Good one. On to the second one now.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3Q32IZ1608310?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoy it. I like the build up and story. glad I bought it on my kindle. thank you writer</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2O04R8I1Y005F?ASIN=0439023521	Good old fashioned fun reading.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A bit untidy around the edges but endearing characters and enjoyable storyline. Easy read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IX4FJDMMUIVE?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was awesome and Petra Is so hot I love him that is  why  I love  this book you will two</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BGBK2YQT0N0T?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book had lots of drama and crying moments I loved it if you bought it it's a good buy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15NP9KAL15NGR?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">You should read it because it was good. Read it in just two days, I could not put it down!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BCJGFH8E2SBU?ASIN=0439023521	Good read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Easy to read and not too full of the drama that one tends to find in these types of books!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2H1L1Q6BYMQVP?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A really great book! One of my favorites! Yay yay yay yay yay yay yay yay yay yay yay yay!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2A80JG1EWC87R?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was by far one of the best books I have ever read! I can't wait to read the next one!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3G2F6UGT4BWRF?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not put it down, not even to sleep... I cannot wait to read the rest of the books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RAE1VRB3RAOFK?ASIN=0439023521	Easy read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Done in a couple days. I didn't want to put it down. I always wanted to know what was next</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26BDRG6JHP1QK?ASIN=0439023521	Awsome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Really good it's so good I wanna sing and dance I read it in like to days that is how good</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWMZNCVAT4K75?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read it in one day. Can't wait to read the other two and find out what happens in the end.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKDO9BTEIZG6S?ASIN=0439023521	Riveting story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could only lay it down when my eyes got too tired to go on.  One of the best books ever.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JLVMPKM2FY0P?ASIN=0439023521	AWESOME !!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is know my new favorite book ! I loved it from beginning to end ! This is must read !</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NEFRC4XYHVYV?ASIN=0439023521	a great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Exciting. I liked the book a lot I liked the end of the book the best bgf ghost ch ghost @</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RITM5GSBWYLFE?ASIN=0439023521	awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The best ever! i cried and laughed and was scared! u all need to read it! so so sad.  bye!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HQ5MHVEP0V0V?ASIN=0439023521	loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best book i have read in quite some time. i cant wait to start the next book in the series</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JM9JI4T24GVI?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought this book at the recommendation of my roommate, and the fact the movie is coming out, and found myself completely immersed in the story and the characters.  Ms. Collins beautifully crafted the two protagonists and their support team, as well as made you feel for a few of the other Tributes.  The world created by Ms Collins is an example of the darker parts of human nature, and the effect they have on people coming into the world.  I definitely recommend this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1G77NE235WLZ6?ASIN=0439023521	Disappointed...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've read a LOT of books from young adult fantasy to Stephen King. Unfortunately, I was rather disappointed with the Hunger Games. To the point that I have no desire to read book two or three. It felt like I was reading a poorly written young adult book. I just don't understand what all the hype was about ????</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FDEQZKDZ1O5M?ASIN=0439023521	Gripping	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This genre normally does not appeal to me as I gravitate more towards crime procedurals.  I was stuck waiting and this was the only thing available to read.  It was so good, I ended up taking the book so I could finish.  I was so hooked I quickly (legally) obtained and read the other two books in the series.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2D0PN1OHG5WP4?ASIN=0439023521	Awesomely Addictive Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">All I can say is WOW!  Both my nieces recommended this book to me and they were absolutely right when they said I would not be able to put it down.  I started on a Friday evening and only had 10 pages to go on Sunday morning.  It was as though I was in the arena with Katniss,  Peeta &amp; the rest of the Tributes.  I laughed, cried and was totally mesmerized.  It is truly a must read.  I purchased all three separately for my Kindle Fire.  I can't wait to read the other two.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUE4339L6SY9X?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RH1YH9CANIBHD?ASIN=0439023521	Loved them all!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3ORXHF4DTE185?ASIN=0439023521	amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not be happier with this book. I read the book jacket after hearing all the hype and it did not sound remotely interesting to me in the least. then, however, I noticed on my kindle for $5. You can't argue with giving it a shot for that cost - if I had hated it I wasn't out anything so I went ahead and tried it. I was not let down. This book sucks you in; the whole series does! Absolutely amazing if you are on the fence I highly encourage you to give it a try.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2O5UOFZ5IA0IS?ASIN=0439023521	A gift for my daughter who loves these stories	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My daughter will read these often over the years ahead. It's nice to have the hard backs.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BK03RM9S12SK?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This has to be the best book If you ever read a novel this is the one.  I really mean it.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HAENSCH75VZ5?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I purchased this for my son. He has read the entire series, and greatly enjoyed them all.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UGOB0DFH7TQC?ASIN=0439023521	Best Book EVER	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of the most intense kept me on the edge of my seat and I never wanted to put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29UVCRW7CF7W4?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I Can't wait to start the next book! Only took me 2 days to read. I couldn't put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MWDXE6F02ORU?ASIN=0439023521	great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wonderful book, even better than I had expected. Can't wait to read them all! A b c d e f</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34ZMUPE3GFEZT?ASIN=0439023521	Nice book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was great. I want to read book 2 too<br/>I took a lot of time to read, but it was fun</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SQGUAGCTHQ7B?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a very good book tons of action you should read it it is the best! and finish it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R382GM9CH4PQC1?ASIN=0439023521	couldn't stop reading!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I Love this book! I could not stop reading it and now I Cannot wait to read the next one!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2I07V3BZ9IMNT?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I give this book 5 stars.  I could not put it down and cannot wait to start the next book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33OWS4TTWGHKQ?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book! It was romantic , dramatic , and it kept me on the edge of my seat!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R192YZ2UNII143?ASIN=0439023521	I liked it better than the movie.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I can wait to read catching on fire. Peeta , I am in love with you. I recommend this book</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R181YIHB33IPCL?ASIN=0439023521	Brilliant book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am just loving it! I saw the movie first, but the book is so much better than the book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1STTR0UUS5QBO?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love it best book ever I just could not put the book down can't wait to read the next two</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TTDNDLKQUVUU?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Love	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book and cant wait to see the movie. It was a book a just couldn't set down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTXD5IM8EU9NC?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I only read a few pages and I am forced to do a mid book review wtf? Anyways, it's great.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18J0C9LI9Z93S?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldnt put it down, an now i have to read the next one, good thing im on my vacation yay</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JK25PC7810CE?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent, captivating story.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a story that I will read many many times. Each time I read it, it gets better. :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3J1XP2N6H9T2Z?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was an amazing book! I could hardly put it down! It is the best book I have ever read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CXLD7DTKNPJC?ASIN=0439023521	I couldn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm so in love with them if she doesn't choose Peeta I'm going to be mad. He is so sweet.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3I2RX0DLG72P9?ASIN=0439023521	it was good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked it i should read the next book<br/>After I read diary of a wimpy kid yea, ha ha!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37ISS1QG76ZUH?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good storyline and well told. It was a hard book to put down. I was sad when it was over.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PDU9OG8FF3FL?ASIN=0439023521	great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked it and i recommend it for  people of all ages to read this book at any time today</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SOY9DVNTI2P3?ASIN=0439023521	Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a very good book it made me laugh and cry and I hope peeta ends up with katniss</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30Y20ZEEUBC7B?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I like the book...I enjoyed the movie better but I guess I'm just one of those people :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSQ27IAK3P5AB?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games book 1	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I l opp bed this book it is so exhilarating that it made me nervous to see who would win</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R269TSAMQ1KQ39?ASIN=0439023521	As Good as the Movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Enjoyed the book.  I wanted to read the books, since I had seen the movies.  I liked it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1S2IG1ZSY9T7L?ASIN=0439023521	it good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is exciting and it keeps u on the edge of your seet it is kind of a love story though</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBYC7EDFQO7ZT?ASIN=0439023521	Great Books	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love all of the hunger games books, they are quick reads and deffinately page turners.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMJV8YA5WA3LV?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not stop reading it. I was on the edge of my seat all book get it it is worth it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UGZ8W3JOQB7T?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book!! My son loved the movie so we had to get him the book to read too. Loved it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNSSLCXQ489XA?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a great book.  I saw the movie and had to read the book. It didn't let me down.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35RSGVNN2MHOO?ASIN=0439023521	I haven't read but I've seen the movie so suck it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Whoops that was supposed to be my detail I am not changing it cause I am lazy so suck it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19WPAOU91IEKG?ASIN=0439023521	Very good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm not one to read a book after I have seen the movie but a gave it a go and loved it !</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7RMYDAHTPHRF?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not put it down! It is such a page turner you will want to buy the whole series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4IDTUSUBG1UL?ASIN=0439023521	Specifically	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book has a lot of action I love this book.it was worth to buy this book . I love it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DBTVX9J93B0J?ASIN=0439023521	Five star	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I LOVE THE HUNGER GAMES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! !!!!!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1C6SVVX2XVLUD?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't think it was going to b  this good.  I wonder how the rest of the books will be</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3J06JJ6JUIONW?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Not the type of book l usually read  it once l got into it l didn't want to put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23A36RBUNRSUI?ASIN=0439023521	Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">it is a good book and I really enjoyed reading it. It was all that I wished it would be.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UXWSCP3G3K1H?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the book I couldn't put it down now I want to read more to find out what happens</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MVVMSQBASI2J?ASIN=0439023521	great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book. Took me a while to finally sit and read it but I am glad that I finally did.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2D7513QNIILOF?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great book! Love all of it. If you have not read this book read it right away!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37J9WQ1UIO658?ASIN=0439023521	even for fantasy haters	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't like fantasy or sci-fi at all and i was hooked on this series.  I was just going to give the first few chapters a shot since I heard this was a popular series, but figured it would be wasted money when I never finished the book.  How wrong I was!  This book was interesting and the details of the fantasy world woven so well that I didnt even know I was reading a fantasy novel because it all came together so naturally and believably.  HUGE recommendation!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OPHT04WXAHIS?ASIN=0439023521	couldn't stop reading!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Death. Love. Betrayal. Intrigue. Power. Anguish. Gore. Sorrow.<br/><br/>These are just samples of whats waiting for you in ""The Hunger Games"". Every turn in the book is filled with suspense and fear. You never know what to expect, or who's next on the line!<br/><br/>I was actually scared to sleep at night, afraid someone would come after me in my sleep because of this novel! Follow Katniss in her journey to battle for her life in the hunger games and you wont regret it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2AJ9KHJG11HDE?ASIN=0439023521	Hungering for more!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was really good enough said. I loved the characters and the will to survive. Once they started the games I couldn't stop reading this book.  Suzanne Collins is an amazing author and I can't wait to read the second book in the series. This book is great and I suggest it to people who are looking for something good to read because this book is it. Whoever loved the Hunger Games should read Divergent(Veronica Roth). This book is so good not kidding!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQYOOE6KPJX88?ASIN=0439023521	but glad I arrived	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">late to the party, but glad I arrived. very very quick read because it's a great story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30E7TG4CJ8Z24?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My grandson recommended the trilogy for me to read, and I am so glad I listened to him.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CWSSTSMIMAI?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What a fantastic book!!! And the condition I received it in was phenomenal. Love it! :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RW8FQC5WD9LJ9?ASIN=0439023521	I very much enjoy this author and I ended up buying the entire ...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Incredible book. I very much enjoy this author and I ended up buying the entire series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RN0V6YFF4PJ17?ASIN=0439023521	I loved it.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was great. I loved all of it. The awesome  part is that there is also a movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CFGJFZ01G2LY?ASIN=0439023521	Jimmys report	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome it had a lot of action which was one thing I liked about it in the book !!!!! $</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29ENZFN9C3XA9?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love love love. You will not be able to put this book down. I want a bow and arrows now</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YS796RR61HUK?ASIN=0439023521	Captivating	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It only took me a few days to read and I couldn't wait to pick up where I had left off.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHQT0J3WXVCB7?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent, Item delivered on time, was as described, will buy again recommend to ALL!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YPT4F08WMLZD?ASIN=0439023521	I'm totally hooked!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I Couln't put it down. It was Fast paced a quick read and then go tight on to the next.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OEIQOX6J4K2N?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love it I saw it and the first thing I thought I am getting all the books 5 STAR BOOK</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14CWIDCFHRLBL?ASIN=0439023521	Joy to read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book . I enjoyed the things left out of t by e movie. I'm ready for the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4PWVTC7WW4XR?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read! I could not put it down, and I can not wait for the next book in the series</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHL1TLLYWJNMM?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved it it was the best book that my book club ever read you should read it loved it</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1L9NEGV65P5EZ?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger game	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">5 star<br/>I like about it because I really don't know why I like it I just do LoL o_O</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FG9W98H3OZA6?ASIN=0439023521	Love The Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm 13, fell in love with this book, just had to have it, sure do love my DADDY for it!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32YKILTLM6CBN?ASIN=0439023521	Woorrdddsssss	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked it a lot yup a whole lot can I read my story th now go's omg words love maraina</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JVGIOWVAKN2G?ASIN=0439023521	Best book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book. I have read it too many times to count. A must read. I love this book</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DB2RKUD3QDYB?ASIN=0439023521	I loved it so much!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best book ever i read it in 3 days read read read read read read read read read read it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WFYE5VEREH5B?ASIN=0439023521	Great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Positive fun to read -- a real page turner.  I'm ready for the next one.  Bring it on!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IA2L9OVNQNH5?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">the book was great. it started off a little slow but once I got into it I loved it. (:</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1V06IYT3YL89P?ASIN=0439023521	it was amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I heard a lot of people like the book so I disided to read it and than watch the movie</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38XX49Y7J09FD?ASIN=0439023521	good!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I think I will like this book a lot of my friends have read it and said it was amazing</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RO0AZW9372Q3R?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As title, the book is awesome. Moving on to book two. Filling in the blanks. . . . . .</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3L5I3ABPRB3N3?ASIN=0439023521	the hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i love the book and the movie. this book realy moved me on to go after the boy i like.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17W7DOLV5RYJK?ASIN=0439023521	The greatest book EVER	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The plot has a great idea and when you think it is figured out, they add a twist to it</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29AAGTDO61FKB?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome  book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked it ,but I don't want it to end. Can't wait for the next book. I am so excited!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KU4JHJGV6DSU?ASIN=0439023521	This book was great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is great and I really am very picky with books but I have to say it was good</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CY2W51OT9MZ1?ASIN=0439023521	Ok	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">ok not great buy it was ok ok ok I wouldn't read ut again but it was ok and I liked it</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TXXCJCA876WA?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a good book because it was very interesting yup yup yup yup bye  hi hi hi hi hi</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QAT868BK0XJR?ASIN=0439023521	Really entertaining book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Really entertaining book, hard to put down. i highly reccomend it. . . . .  . .  . . .</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32SHA14FQNKZO?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I Loved this book! It only took me a day to read it bc I could not put my kindle down!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ORE14RMST2A?ASIN=0439023521	awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great book. I found it to be an easy read.  Can't wait to read the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R160GHCBBBWDW9?ASIN=0439023521	amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wish I had read the book before I saw the movie. I can't wait to read the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XKEXUB57G4O5?ASIN=0439023521	don't wait - read it now!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was so good, as soon as I finished I had to get the other two.  A must read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLGZIKY58ANQ7?ASIN=0439023521	the book is my.close to number one fjdd hdjdd ndjdjd bdhdh	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">its awesome<br/>@ and if ur reading this u should read the book too hi hi hi hi hi hi</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CR2NMU6B64PF?ASIN=0439023521	Great story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Such a great book. I had a hard time putting it down. I can't wait to start on book 2.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1163COEC7A45?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a great read in only 2 days i finished this book i just could not put it down</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R141AEDBWCRR0M?ASIN=0439023521	Pageturner with a Distasteful Premise	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A quick and easy read, but so what?  The premise of this book--child v. child in a death match--is disgusting.  Yes, William Golding pulled it off brilliantly in Lord of the Flies.  But Collins is no Golding.  The writing is very poor, very mechanical.  It's like she wrote it in Excel.  Ugh.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R63R0UPQU6NYO?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The first book in the Hunger Games trilogy is awesome. By far, better than the movie.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2P67OYP9RTEZR?ASIN=0439023521	Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's a good book I kinda like you every you read its okay to read I like it very much</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HRP631VV5R19?ASIN=0439023521	awsome book!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved it . But it is sad when rue dies. This book is really good you should read it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R153NPYTH3F6QR?ASIN=0439023521	wwwwwwwwww	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wwefvfv ffvf VGA gf gb gb gvf ffvf a secret fav tvfc. Ffvf.  DDR ffvf r r RV race FCC</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29K7RJ92GE10J?ASIN=0439023521	We both loved the book and the series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My son asked me to read this book, and I did.  We both loved the book and the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DNHZ5LK3PLJ0?ASIN=0439023521	wonderful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wish I had read the book before I saw the movie. I do think the movie was well cast</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21TWP7UYX38ZH?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I like his book a lot. It is my favorite one out of the three books. It is very cool.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZNNHSTRIX5LV?ASIN=0439023521	amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is one of the best books I've read so far! I loved it , I have the whole series!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R131W6Z9RZK4OX?ASIN=0439023521	N o t finshed	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good but went a little far at the end. It said I need 11 more words so here they are.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33X1U1L4KL8VC?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I ordered this my accident but I am glad I did I have read it 3 times now. Good read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CCL601T8P633?ASIN=0439023521	Can't put the book down.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The best I ever read. Sit on the edge of the cliff, good. It is really a must read. .</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15FU9LG68IAFY?ASIN=0439023521	Intriguing concept	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fast paced and well developed setting. I had trouble putting it down. a b c d e f g h</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3A7HQC9AP2CT1?ASIN=0439023521	Holy tamales!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book was extremely good. it was very brutal, but sttill captivating. i am so glad that  they made three books and a movie for this. Katniss is very brave  for taking her sister's place in the hunger games. however, katniss has to go against districts that train their kids for being tribute and finds that surviving is like her second ature nd does her best to win for Prim. Good luck Katniss and ""may the odds be ever in your favor"".</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1L52QE30RNE5Q?ASIN=0439023521	Must Read Series!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the first of three books in the Hunger Games series. It is a quick and enjoyable read. If you haven't purchased any books in the series, I would recommend the box set (The Hunger Games Trilogy: The Hunger Games, Catching Fire, and Mockingjay) because you will want to read all three books, and buying the set will save some money. This is a great gift idea for young adults. Product arrived in the quality expected, and it shipped quickly.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UFLHI4C23J7V?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">bought this for my 13yr old son. he loves it and even more after watching the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHS2N7FGJP4Y3?ASIN=0439023521	Best Read Of My Life	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love love love it. I could not put it down. I would read til the point I passed out.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDB0J3MUEXN1K?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love these books and can't wait for The Mockinjay Pt. 2 to come out in the theatres!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGJHZFHNMAHWE?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great page turner.  Really enjoyed the plot, characters, and pace of the story line.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NKQNJ8Z7UYL1?ASIN=0439023521	You'll love it. Then buy the other two books	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you haven't read it... just buy it. You'll love it. Then buy the other two books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DDJRV7S11SOU?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suggested if you enjoyed the movies to read this series for more character insights.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4C1OQW57MA48?ASIN=0439023521	A story well told	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Gripping tale of fortitude and bravery with a strong female hero. A story well told.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPTDQQUEPWYRP?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed this book and hope you all enjoy it. On to catching fire now :) 5 out of 5</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NMEHP8I8DO5R?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved it. It was so good that I am buying the movie in blue Ray<br/>DVD love it .</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36O6199V953BM?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I can not wait to read the next book! I COULD not put this book down it was so good!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TEE82PSDHH4D?ASIN=0439023521	:)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book had me on the edge of my seat! I can't wait to read the next two books! :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KEWPZSEMGUZ?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Finished it in 3 days, hard to put down<br/>Can not wait to watch the movie ! ! ! !</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1L8MIMSAR7LVI?ASIN=0439023521	wow	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm in awe, this is just too wow, thats the only word i can think of as of right now</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPFN7DLYV0H26?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read for Teen (and Adults)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The best indicator of a good ""teen fiction"" book is an appeal to adults.  I enjoyed this story and my teen years are 30 years behind me.<br/><br/>Others have detailed the story, so I won't elaborate, but suffice it to say that I have always enjoyed science fiction and this book did not disappoint.  Suzanne Collins has created a believable future and the characters felt honest and real.<br/><br/>I'm anxiously awaiting the next book in this series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3ABHA4GR5NPW?ASIN=0439023521	Best book I have ever read!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is the best book I have read! I loved the idea of the book. As soon as I finished reading this book I went straight to my family and demanded that they bought and read the book. They also loved it! I highly recommend anybody at any age to dive into The Hunger Games!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2U6QRZ4A61FYU?ASIN=0439023521	Solidly Written, Engaging Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was a solid read, completed the just over 300 pages in about a day.  The speed of the read is due to the author's strong and engaging writing style.  The story, while reminiscent of many other similar post-apocalyptic tales, had unique details that really kept me wanting to know more about the world.  While the ending of the actual hunger games portion I found to be a bit trite, I look forward to the next book in this series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GR68YR3TZUEK?ASIN=0439023521	Omg	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved it I cried I loved it so much yes it's is the best please read it I love it</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3N3ICFWVKQ4X?ASIN=0439023521	I CANT BUY THIS ON MY MOBILE DEVICE!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wish I could buy this on my mobile device like it says I can. Very disappointing!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1D427W29HY6XU?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved this book! So much better than the movie because you get so much more detail.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26MNJ160T0GAT?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Probably the best of the trilogy, and easy to get into the mind of the protagonist.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3I21EIHIPHUM5?ASIN=0439023521	I really enjoyed this book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I give this book 5 because it has a lot of action. It is also sad some of the time.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMJBJNETCCCCU?ASIN=0439023521	Surprised	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was not prepared to be as engulfed with this book as I was. I read it in 6 hours.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWHFQK6T4ZS68?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this series. Anything with Katniss Everdeen and Peeta gets 5 stars from me.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SXDMP7M2LSMX?ASIN=0439023521	Three Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't get into this book.  In all fairness, this isn't really the genre for me!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NRUDO8NL8NW9?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Make more than 3 books i love them omg awesomeness yeah ha hs ha ha ha hs ha ha ha</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11D3D1K0MN05A?ASIN=0439023521	good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good show! Astonishing amazing spectacular wow!!!!! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! !  ! ! ! ! !</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWHM9R0XP8LFU?ASIN=0439023521	Interesting imaginative story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very good pace to story.  Made me want to read Catching Fire as soon as I was done</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UOOG1Z8ECM9P?ASIN=0439023521	Nicholehall01@gmail.com	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really loved it, it was the best book I've read I hope you like it to get it now</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23ALN4ZFI102B?ASIN=0439023521	On the money	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It what the said it would be I buy from amazons I you get what you pay for on time</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BSA94KRCBAJG?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a great book. I hope I can get more books soon.<br/>:) ;) :) :) :) :) ;)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NVGY2YWR4PDH?ASIN=0439023521	This is just so good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">With all the reviews that this book has I almost feel silly leaving mine. I will keep it short and sweet because that is what I like. The book is written very well. The characters are engaging, the story is suspenseful, there are interesting twists, the plot is very momentous and most importantly I did not want to put it down until I was finished. The only reason I gave it 4 instead of 5 is because the ending left me hanging.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GIG9UX7U5LK4?ASIN=0439023521	Addictive series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A friend recommended this book to me, and I was very skeptical at first. But I found the story to be engrossing from the beginning. It's a little dark with the dystopian setting, but the author pulled me in. I couldn't put down the first book and read it in one weekend. There were definitely some disturbing elements to the story, but overall I liked the book and will recommend it to friends. I look forward to seeing the film.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RH9QTJCCOJYSD?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JTUYIBI5VOTR?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YOZK008XR42?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R173FU5174FXEC?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">great book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12AOP3FVRF4LM?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">great read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBR6Z2V5VU35Z?ASIN=0439023521	Best Book EVER.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">LOVE this.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1A65KD50YIO5?ASIN=0439023521	This. Book had tention in the air	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked this book because it was a thriller<br/>Hi hi hi hi hi hi hi hi hi hi hi</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNTW6MN2BCIJ2?ASIN=0439023521	It was good. Some things did not have enough detail and ...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was good.  Some things did not have enough detail and some parts had too much.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RV1DDMBRS8AG3?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the book and the story. The book is a little more to it than the picture.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RV4RQHWXFGMOA?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love these series and the movies. Got for free and make for a great anytime read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MK5X3V6OD50F?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing love &amp; adventure story. I was deeply impressed with this book. 😃😃😃😃😃</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPXTN8ZR32AWA?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Books are always better than the movies based on them, and this was no exception.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9J1Y1JL2HCU8?ASIN=0439023521	The Details Are In the Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My plan was to read the book - but it was read to me! Can't ask for nothing else.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14Y7FKQHQVZZL?ASIN=0439023521	.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A very hard book to put down. I'm looki ng for ward to the 're s t of the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1M6VTB1JDCTBJ?ASIN=0439023521	Awsome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is a great book I have read it 3 times so to those out there keep on reading .</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RB3T0XH48ZABS?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Most awesome book ever! Better than the movie! I can wait to read the next one!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1D3LA8W4GZTSM?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fast read and fun. Not challenging but sometimes its nice to have that easy read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Z6W4PE0U3008?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Thought it to be a great read. Couldn't wait to get the next book in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1M7PLFQ1YR3H?ASIN=0439023521	The first of three books in the series...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love the whole series! Sets the stage for the bigger revolution story later...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3S9V24YSAYZUR?ASIN=0439023521	Highly enjoyable	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So much fun read it all in a day as I could not put it down great book and story</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQQQHQ9Y9QE3F?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is awesome! I couldn't put it down! 😊 😊 😊 😊 😊 😊 😊  😊  😊 😊 😊</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CO1BQYKN9WCX?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed the first book more than the second and third. Really great story line</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FR6YJBJVS204?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well written. It kept my attention throughout the book. It was hard to put down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BF7WJTYIFGX3?ASIN=0439023521	Perfect	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best book I've read in a long time. Can't wait to go and buy the next one! ! ! !</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RI78JWU6ZBJMC?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent- thought I would find it juvenile but instead was completely riveted.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32HNB0U7GG3K0?ASIN=0439023521	A positive surprise	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Much better than expected for a teenage-made-to-movie version of Battle Royale.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3F7DY5ZX4MZ0X?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing and gripping all the way	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Kept me at the edge of my seat at all times! Amazing and gripping all the way!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13QT5ZPG58WFV?ASIN=0439023521	Trilling, Epic, and keeps you on edge	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Thrilling book that keeps you thinking what comes next. But not child friendly!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26HI8SWSWY0TD?ASIN=0439023521	???	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't get the whole Hunger Games thing. Maybe if I were a 15 year old girl...</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UYU0SNU2Z9OP?ASIN=0439023521	This book had me riveted. The action was steady ...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book had me riveted .  The action was steady and the ending unpredictable.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KWR11OADUL05?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is one of my favorite series.  I could not put this book down!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2G6ZN5GFQ5X50?ASIN=0439023521	the Hunger game series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love the book!  I'm reading it now.  Will buy another series again.  Thanks!😃</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3D6WL3EDFYUGG?ASIN=0439023521	Read this.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing. An absolutely amazing story. I'd recommend it to anyone and everyone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3EWDMH6TBHYB2?ASIN=0439023521	A great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love it! It was scary at some gggggv gig ugh uh uh. Huuhubhg hub hb uh h b g</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Z17V4TDP8Q9C?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book, Great Service	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great Book!!! The Delivery Came In A Good Amount Of Time With Not One Scratch!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12ZG3J98GGIBI?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book series was an amazingly captivating read and I couldn't put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PVAHUCRYR1F8?ASIN=0439023521	daughter loves the book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I purchase the book for my daughter and she loves it. She can stop reading it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1H9N7SJ9KUVUP?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Probably one of the best books i have read. kept me interested the whole time.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBSUJOX1W4WDU?ASIN=0439023521	Would do business again with seller	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Item as described, Fast delivery, Would do business again with seller. Thanks!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RO2V3KT5UNLLQ?ASIN=0439023521	Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good bookuh Hugh uh uh hath uh hath hath uh uh hath high high. Uh h. J. H H jj</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPPDKO4UJ1DE5?ASIN=0439023521	Still hungry after reading this book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After all of the hype, and with the upcoming movie, I decided to give this book a try.  It was a good story with an interesting premise, but I almost felt like I was reading the Cliff's Notes version.  There just wasn't enough detail or description in this story to satiate my curiosity.  Still, in spite of that, it was a very quick and engaging read.  Not sure if I will read book 2 and 3 of this trilogy.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DA99SQ688OBS?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">im completly in awe of the beautiful text, amazing cast,creative plot, and greusome battles. even the romance (which i find a bit too sappy for my case)is amazingly written. the playwritten text i could take or leave...<br/><br/>i stayed up till three in the morning to finish this book in one day on my new kindle. im so inthusiastic about this book im telling people about it.<br/><br/>cant wait to read the second.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JS7YKVQA7E4W?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing x a Million.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">You know, years ago, I saw so many people reading this book in the airport. I ignored the book, mostly because of the boring cover and wow, was that my own fault. I bought this book and read it within one day. It is amazing as it has love, loss, suspense, drams - everything a book needs. I just finished the trilogy and didn't want it to end. Suzanne Collins, can you somehow make a 4th book please???!?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3M1DVOFZQMCKF?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fresh, interesting, surprising, however, on points a bit morbid for my taste.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FDXJ37D1AFWL?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Perfect, never wanted to put it down, one of the best books I have ever read.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZDYEH1M30XLD?ASIN=0439023521	Very submersive experience	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Gripping story really sucks you into the book. A very well done piece of art.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38I8I511V0N4X?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for the Hunger Games!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really like this book. It was good.  I like to read it at breaks at school.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3J13XY9XISSBW?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was very hungry while reading this but did not feel very much up for games.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFZ5T014E0C9T?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A very well written and interesting story that brings the characters to life.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8AGNQLMIRJNR?ASIN=0439023521	No vampires or zombies!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Typical dystopian YA fiction; the lack of vampires or zombies was refreshing.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2O1WU0HS9365W?ASIN=0439023521	Best book I've read in YEARS	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought this book just a few days ago and happily stayed up late every night until I finished the book. I literally could not put it down. It is truly one of the best books I've read in a very long time. The author weaves a very interesting and original story with colorful characters and a unexpected ending. I look forward to reading the second and third books of this author's brilliant trilogy.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MI56IJ0QVEPO?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As an adult, I bought this book for my teenage son and read it first.  I loved it so much that I had to pick up the second book.  My book club read this as well.  Covers everything...great love story, conflict, excitement, drama...this series has it all!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1N4SKL4UAU1RG?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved it, right along with everyone else. Looking forward to the movie(s).</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TY9N7UFMUDUA?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">An easy read that's hard to put down.  I can't wait to start Catching Fire!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPRWST11D7WSH?ASIN=0439023521	Good! My daughter made me read this before the ...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good!  My daughter made me read this before the movie came out.  Glad I did.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JO112DXK97SZ?ASIN=0439023521	Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book<br/>Loved it is a book every one should read it! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! !</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38NZJZENR4MDG?ASIN=0439023521	Much better than Twilight series, very good piece of YA literature	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I adored this book. A fun, clever, intelligent read. For those of you who may have been turned off from the young-adult (YA) genre thanks to Twilight, have no fear. This book couldn't be any more different or better written. Katniss is a true, brave heroine for young girls and older women alike. It took me only a day to read the first book in the series, so guess what I'm reading next? Book 2!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QSL6RIV61LUW?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After reading the description, I decided not to read the book at first; It didn't sound like the type of book I would read. However, after not being able to find anything else, I decided to give it a shot, and boy was I happy I did! I ended up reading 3 three books in the series in only 10 days! This book was so good and really pulled me in, I can't wait for the movie to come out in March! :-)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SP6KSZK8RVQV?ASIN=0439023521	Consider yourself warned	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is awesome.  I've got no complaints- I was hooked from the get go.  But, consider yourself warned; when you finish the trilogy, after investing all that time and emotional energy, you will be heartbroken and wonder if it was all worth it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZOJ4WHNS1LY2?ASIN=0439023521	Entertaining but doesn't hold up to any critical thought.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">No one will read this and it will probably be down voted but I have to say it.<br/><br/>The action is decently exciting but lacking in too many aspects.  The premise does not make any sense when you think about it at any length.  Simple plot holes ate away at my attention the entire time. (like where were these cameras during the games are they invisible?  I figure the premise was supposed to be similar to the Roman games but without the societal structure backing it, it didn't make sense that it was accepted within this world.<br/><br/>The characters were two dimensional, at least they had another dimension over twilight characters.  How can one possibly treat the people who put them through a death game with respect?  The answer there is you look at them with the eyes of a wild animal that has beaten and tortured by its captor.  The novel completely goes against the human condition.  The only thing it touches on is, that one can care for another in the face of death.  That's a horse that has been beaten to death.<br/><br/>My suggestion read ""Ender's Game"", Suzanne Collins obviously did.  She borrowed a lot from ""Ender's Game"" and it's quite obvious.  If you want one of the best books ever written on survival read ""Call of the Wild"".  It explains how one should think in a game of death and dominance.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32L5Y868ATS3Z?ASIN=0439023521	Exciting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Exciting, with well developed characters. I might even watch the film now!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22CFBVTWNWKDM?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">First book of this fantastic series well worth a read and getting them all.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9G6UTPOK38MP?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked book 1 well enough to prompt me to read book 2 and possibly book 3.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KL905OC5QAA1?ASIN=0439023521	Great but!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love this series and this was a very good deal! Enjoyed the book very much.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19HCHMGEX4024?ASIN=0439023521	Good book with or without the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Explained some of the relationships better. Looking forward to books 2 &amp; 3.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3A2C0LZB9AE4U?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was awesome! Suzanne Collins knows how to keep the reader hooked!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CXKF13W7RJ60?ASIN=0439023521	Good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book in no time at all. Keeps you in suspense and wanting more.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SN405V13FW67?ASIN=0439023521	Outstanding! A++	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is captivating from the moment you read the first chapter. Almost instantly, you are introduced into a world of adventure. I just ordered the second book in the series: <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Catching-Fire-The-Second-Book-of-the-Hunger-Games/dp/0439023491"">Catching Fire (The Second Book of the Hunger Games)</a><br/><br/>Thank you Suzanne Collins for writing this! I encourage and recommend this book to anyone regardless of age. Let The Games Begin!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMQQUH7KEKTZG?ASIN=0439023521	the hunger games is a classic by heather bell	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i thought this book was amazing. i really enjoyed it's themes of family and loyalty and living life on your own terms not being forced by any government rules. i easily put this book in the same breath in mentioning to kill a mockingbird or the learning tree, 1984, animal farm and so many other impactful novels. i would like to say thank you to suzanne collins for a terrific read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R104570NIAWK6R?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book, very suspenseful and keeps you interested until the last page.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7GO2SGVFH4EX?ASIN=0439023521	recommend for big funs of hunger	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">so many more details than the movie, recommend for big funs of hunger game</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13J2Z4OS2JTFJ?ASIN=0439023521	Two Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Didn't grab my attention. Maybe I'll try to read it again at another time.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MGICCLXNCDXK?ASIN=0439023521	It was so good. One question though	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was so good.  One question though, what happen to the pearl from Peeta?</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HFKGSQ7QWTZ2?ASIN=0439023521	Three Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wasn't prepared for the violence! Couldn't read the others in this series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCVMDIJQW13OM?ASIN=0439023521	Great Reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Once I got past the first 2 chapters...couldn't put the book down<br/>Ray</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9OSH861NA7OI?ASIN=0439023521	:D	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is very good you should definitely read it!! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! !</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OTATWNZG77CH?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8OSE3VRRPCXW?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24PMR4KG57246?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2F1D1KOFQ58NG?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RH50HMDTR9LMI?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">a little bit too political but overall one the best books I've ever read.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2K0UQYLZVJUGG?ASIN=0439023521	Three Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved books 1 and 2. Book three left much to be desired. Terrible ending.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QVBYIM3VS4K2?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">All the awesome things you hear about these books are true. Amazing read.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23X1YN5ZITZQV?ASIN=0439023521	Happy with the purchase	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Everything is just as expected.  Fast Shipping!  Happy with the purchase.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RB86G4F35K3LE?ASIN=0439023521	... books my wife got on her kindle and really enjoyed both.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of the first books my wife got on her kindle and really enjoyed both.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LJZG90G84JK3?ASIN=0439023521	An amazing beginning to an amazing trilogy.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was the new ""it book"" going around the reading blogs when I read it back in 2009. If you haven't yet heard about this series, it's post apocalyptic of sorts, it chronicles a very disutopian society and their annual hunger games which are sort of like the Olympics except it's a fight to the death. I really, really enjoyed this book - it definitely lived up to it's hype.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TJQ7WJ8ZLM0U?ASIN=0439023521	teenage angst	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This story seemed like an adolescent fantasy adventure with caricatures of people, predictable outcomes, all if which I found boring and a waste of time. I read it only because it had been the selection of my book club. I was surprised so many of the other members, all if whom are seniors, liked the book and want to read the series. Perhaps another early sugn of dementia.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30NZMNZ4BUNNV?ASIN=0439023521	Great start	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best book of the series. The other 2 are OK but this one is my favorite.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IP3TOV9KFBBF?ASIN=0439023521	but I still loved it.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Gripping, well written, just a little 'teenagery', but I still loved it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XSPU47B3WJQM?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A fun and intense read. Started off a little slow but really gets going.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18ESJZMHNLPRG?ASIN=0439023521	Lovvvvvvvvve	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What can i say....books are always better than the movie!  Proven again!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VR2VKZ9HHF2Y?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Really good follow up to the first book. Had me turning pages for hours.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3B2XSDQCWDNO3?ASIN=0439023521	this book was amazing!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not put this book down at all because it was so amazing and intense! Sure it was kind of gross at some points and the fact that it`s about kids killing each other on live tv... but the book was still really intriuging and intense and amazing... It kind of reminded me of The City Of Ember kind of... But it`s still a great book! I wish I could give it 100 stars!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28FTYVNF0UU0J?ASIN=0439023521	Didn't realize I was going to enjoy it as much as I did!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't know what the hype was about and I'm not into the vampire stuff (doesn't the title kind of sound like those other vampire stories?) - so I was pretty sure this was something I wouldn't care for but, after reading the synopsis (no mention of vampires!) I thought I'd give it a go.  Glad I did, it was very enjoyable!  In fact, I've now read the entire trilogy!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GEJH3DQV70S7?ASIN=0439023521	but I kept feeling like I were reading a book for a child	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Interesting, but I kept feeling like I were reading a book for a child.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3A95JC79YF8QP?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i think this is a very interesting book.  may facts that I didn't know.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3ISRKO52FGG6G?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Easy and satisfying purchase. Great Delivery Just as advertised 5 Stars</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GVFNRC78PXOU?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing story, well written. Just loved the interesting turn of events.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26U8XZ5YG25BN?ASIN=0439023521	Very Pleased!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read and very easy to follow!! It kept me on the edge of my seat.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VK4HJN44P7K9?ASIN=0439023521	LOVED the Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved all the Hunger Game books in the trilogy.  Better than the movie!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2C221FYJPMT4Y?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Yyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy though they try by the g f f t f ft t f t t t t t t</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NL1C805MEMKA?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love love love love love this book really a lot a lot a lot . = ) . .</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QONTPPUGHPKD?ASIN=0439023521	Almost an insult to call it a young adult novel	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm in my twenties and this book, as well as the other two in the series, is the best story I have read in a long time. I couldn't put the book down and read all three in less then a week. It's been two days since I finished and I am still thinking about the characters and their stories. It's not for the faint of heart, but almost everyone should read this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1EEOZHSEOHZX8?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought it for a student for her to read for school, she loves it!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XWK7SWFH3TWC?ASIN=0439023521	is cool	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I find this book entertaining and erally nice to have some free time .</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZ446X0PIRIA0?ASIN=0439023521	it can be enjoyed by both genders	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book is a page turner, it can be enjoyed by both genders, any age.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3N23LPSV2F3MN?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book! Could not put it down until I finished the very last page!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R330LGLL30R6A8?ASIN=0439023521	The book is even better.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What is there to say?  We all saw the movie.  The book is even better.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JVG4MQ528QZX?ASIN=0439023521	Good read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Too bad the movie left out so much that made the book so entertaining.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZCJFJ3GG4X3F?ASIN=0439023521	I don't know which I like better!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is very different from the movie. I don't know which I like better!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TPPJ6JTGQE5G?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">really enjoyed the book....looking forward to getting the next one....</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39F4S9BAARI81?ASIN=0439023521	Interesting, fast moving. Looking forward to reading the ...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Interesting, fast moving.  Looking forward to reading the second book!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27B5N2U5UOO4J?ASIN=0439023521	I can't believe this is marketed for teenagers!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book. I put off reading it since it was in the kid's section at the book store, but I got obsessed just like everyone else has. It is shocking to me this is marketed for young adult. It is incredibly savage and violent. There is the uplifting moments when Katniss' realizes there are good people around her, despite the terrible fortune they have.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQ09L0WCENEB9?ASIN=0439023521	loved the story telling and character descriptions	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">LOVE this book! I'm a makeup artist and would kill to be on the makeup team for the upcoming movies. I look forward to what team Ve come up with!<br/><br/>I couldn't put the book down, it was gruesome at points, but not nearly as gross as I thought parts would be.  I read in 2 days and if I could keep my eyes open through the night it would have been done in 1 day!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PNBJTSVGUBB0?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome book...finished all 3 books in about 3 days.. Kindle on iPad is great, for some unknown reason I-books/I-tunes doesn't have hunger games, but the kindle app worked just as good as I books. Either way I loved this book! And I would recommend it to anyone... At first I felt weird for reading a book for teens(since I am 28)... But I still enjoyed it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18B5ZPUQRCY6P?ASIN=0439023521	Original idea, but so implausible	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Someone once said if you sell the premise you sell the story. She didn't sell me the premise. It was too implausible. Tightly crafted and all, but too unrealistic, wo enough supporting reasons for why the world has degraded into the state it has.<br/>For the absolute best in this genre -- future shock dystopia -- read Octavia Butler's Parable of the Sower.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2472B1BTZRIN2?ASIN=0439023521	but very good!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It kept you reading until the end.  A little gruesome, but very good!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TR1GB4PJT278?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games is a must read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was an awesome book I loved the story line it's a must read!!!😜</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31VVOGYBIDC0O?ASIN=0439023521	Worth reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very good story.  It is a bit on the dark side but I really liked it.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20H94675GGM60?ASIN=0439023521	awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was great the best book I've ever read !  ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! !</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RR6WWBGO35UW3?ASIN=0439023521	Good development of characters	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Inventive story line...well written.  Good development of characters.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UE6OJKUB0JAX?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Way better than the movie ! Books are always better than the flick 😃</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLX8JLZOMRBNX?ASIN=0439023521	Perfect	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of the best books I've ever read, and I've read a lot of books!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2D7JYFC3IL6KM?ASIN=0439023521	Three Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Entertaining but I had a tough time with the premise, being a parent.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YBWMY9GQO9HQ?ASIN=0439023521	Good Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read the book before the movie. Like that book better then the movie.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KTIYZW1TBDBU?ASIN=0439023521	Hbjjkj	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A good book<br/> Uhhhjjjnnnnn hubbub j j h h h h h h huh h h h h h b</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QI084HXKHA0T?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing storyteller!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have to admit that I never expected to like this book. It's not my usual genre, so I expected I would read about 25 pages and set it aside.<br/><br/>Serious error in judgment.<br/><br/>Suzanne Collins is an amazing storyteller, and I couldn't wait to find out what happens to Katniss. I've already finished ""Catching Fire,"" and I look forward to starting ""Mockingjay.""</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RX4X6JMK097NZ?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome survival story.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What more can really be said?  A fantastic page turner, all the characters are flawed, their motivations are understandable (even if you don't agree with them), hence making them feel ""real"".<br/><br/>No one in this book is innocent, things have to be done when your life is on the line, but how do you do that without becoming that which you hate?<br/><br/>Read on...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZR6S7PZDD4F?ASIN=0439023521	Addictive	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book kept me up all night. The main character, Katniss, is a likable girl whose life experiences make her cynical, yet inventive. Collins creates a terrible world full of great characters (I really love Haymitch) and interesting creatures. This book is a great break from the teeny-bopper vampire love triangle books that seem to surface everywhere.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RV9Y5YNRPZRE?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book! I recommend it for anyone looking to find a good series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1C13V4AIOQ426?ASIN=0439023521	Read it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you haven't read it, you're among the very few - get it, read it!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIW1S0RPTU4G7?ASIN=0439023521	Interesting read. Much better than the movie.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great insight and ideas of how the world could change in the future.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JIRZ2YA97WWU?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was an amazing book. I think every one should read at least once.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3O0D9Y2S9NKMA?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Never thought I'd like the Hunger Games but I got hooked.  well done</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28ZJLA1WI2B1L?ASIN=0439023521	The best of the hunger games series.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed it. Some of the story is quite sad, so be prepared.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18N3O54L0IKDA?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was completely engrossed in this book. Gritty and heart wrenching!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JRC6FC9CNE90?ASIN=0439023521	A great book for most adults	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A great book which I wanted to read before the 2nd book. I don't think I will see the movies</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VLVB7USXZHGC?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book.  We are using it in an English class and it works great to facilitate conversations between the students and the teachers.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2AFUSHTHZQ58V?ASIN=0439023521	Book 1 hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">same review as book 2 - it is used to listen to during a driving trip - last year from St Louis to California and back</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1P1FUCOPTBIVZ?ASIN=0439023521	Grandaughter suggested the Hunger games book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My grandaughter suggested I read the Hunger Games.. They were great.. Would reccomend to ages from 10 to 75. Great read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OEMUSNCZ6A4N?ASIN=0439023521	road trip	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">our trip went a lot faster with this book on cd's we all enjoyed it. The whole family. thank you</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22UISFX4HG40J?ASIN=0439023521	Modern classic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't know what to add to the lengthy and excited conversation about this book except that I loved it. Collins is an excellent storyteller, her pacing is perfect, and with Katniss she has invented a morally complex narrator who defies expectations of typical ""heroism."" Fantastic book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RC7W62QST8QZB?ASIN=0439023521	Love the Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Not only is this a great story, but it is so awesome to be able to listen to it on my drive each day!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NL9MZBNW3GCA?ASIN=0439023521	The Best of the Series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the best book I have read in a very long time.  This is also the best book of the Hunger Games series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8JTBL3UX2THR?ASIN=0439023521	Lively - Page Turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After listening to my 14 year old talk about this series as she devoured all three books, I decided to give them a try. The first book in the series I found to be very enthralling and entertaining. The story is brutal, with the heroine having to fight in a game for the country's capital, the game is between her and other people from other parts of the country and all of the fighters are kids. It's a pretty complex tale with each part of the country being called districts and each serve a purpose. Out of all the districts, two from each are picked to fight. Katniss, the heroine is smart and strong. She decides to fight in the games called the Hunger Games in place of her little sister. The rest is just page turning action.<br/><br/>My daughter has loaned her books out to whomever she could to get people to read them. It's really exciting to have kids so excited about reading books. I love it. This is a taunt, action packed series. I am about half way through the second book, and I really like the atmosphere and the story line, as well as the characters in the books. Very enjoyable if you are looking for something different to read. The movie will be out soon and we are really looking forward to seeing it. The fast pace of the books will ensure that I will have them all read before the film comes out toward the end of March.<br/><br/>The writing is very straight forward but has a quality to it that pulls the reader into the story and at times situations are funny, sad and often very dangerous with the reader going along for a intense ride. My Mom who is in her late seventies, really liked the first book very much but is finding the subsequent books a little too violent and brutal for her tastes but hasn't finished that last book just yet, but she is still finishing the series to see what happens to the heroine and her friends and family. Very readable and unique series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R92LVYJ5X7GEQ?ASIN=0439023521	WHAT A GREAT BOOK	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games was probably one of the best books I have ever read. It was a roller coaster that kept throwing you curve balls the whole way through. It is about a girl named Katniss who takes her sister's place in something called the Hunger Games. The Hunger Games is a last-stand kill all type of game. Ms. Collins made it so you couldn't put this book down. Every page you read seemed like something big was about to happen and you had to keep reading. I lost a lot of sleep because I was reading this book so much. An excellent book to read I highly suggest it, and the others that follow it too!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CM2TKRUVB0Z3?ASIN=0439023521	HUNGRY FOR MORE	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">First there was the Harry Potter mania, then the TWILIGHT saga hit the stratosphere, and now we are on the cusp of possibly the next big cultural phenom; THE HUNGER GAMES.  By the time you read this you might have seen the movie based on the first book in a series by author Suzanne Collins.<br/><br/>Is the book worth your while?<br/><br/>Before we get to that, let's take a look at some of the things the book isn't.  There have been a few negative reviews, and some of their claims are so bogus, it makes you wonder if they read the book.<br/><br/>Bogus Claim #1:  The story is incredibly violent.  Based on a comparison to what?  FLUFFY THE BEAR GOES TO BALLET SCHOOL?  Seriously, except for a few scenes where wounds are described, most of the violence wouldn't make your granny cringe.<br/><br/>Bogus Claim #2:  There's too much killing.  Here's the deal.  In the story, twenty-four `tributes'---boys and girls ages 12 to 18---are pitted against one another in mortal combat in a natural `arena' and must fight to the death until only one is left.  But most of the combat and the killing takes place `off-page', if you will.  The reader sees it all through the eyes of the heroine, Katniss Everdeen, and she only witnesses about half a dozen of the killings.<br/><br/>Bogus Claim #3: Katniss is too bloodthirsty.  Huh?  You can count the number of fighters Katniss personally slays on one hand and have digits left over.<br/><br/>Bogus Claim #4:  Katniss comes across as more of a boy than a girl.  An even bigger huh?  Yeah, Katniss is strong-willed.  Yeah, she's independent.  `That' makes her boyish?  Give us a break.  Or is it that she hunts to support her loved ones?  Oh, sure, there are those of the female persuasion who go into hysterics at the thought of sweet little Bambi being shot dead with an arrow.  But there are men just as wimpy.  And there `are' women who hunt.  It's not a trait exclusive to males.<br/><br/>Bogus Claim #5:  Katniss lacks depth; she hardly ever shows any emotion.  Excuse me?  She's an emotional wreck when her father dies, and only keeps it together because her mother falls apart and she realizes someone has to take charge or they'll all die.  She has incredible love for her younger sister.  And at several points in the story, she breaks down or nearly does.  No, she doesn't bawl her brains out every time something bad happens, but strong people aren't weepy wusses.<br/><br/>Not So Bogus Claim #6:  More than a few critics have complained that Katniss doesn't `change' during the course of the story.  For literary types, a character has to undergo some sort of psychological transformation in order for a story to ring their selective chimes.  And they have a point in that Katniss is pretty much the same girl at the end of the story that she was at the start.  Inferior writing?  Not hardly.  A lot of people in real life bop along without ever changing.<br/><br/>Okay.  Now that we've looked at what the story isn't, let's take a look at what it is.<br/><br/>THE HUNGER GAMES is a riveting tale of a girl in a future world who must fight for her very survival.  It's not an actionfest so much as a character study.  The combat doesn't begin until 150 pages in, but once it does, you can't stop reading.<br/><br/>Collins is a marvelous writer.  Her prose flows so naturally and beautifully that you can't get enough.  Her characters are well-realized and not bland ciphers.  You get to know Katniss Everdeen as well as you know your best friend.<br/><br/>Permit me to insert a personal note and say that for me, one of the most fascinating aspects of the story is the prime subtext.  Namely, how `government', in this case the dreaded Capitol, tries to run every aspect of the lives of those under its sway.  How those in power lord it over those they deem inferior.  How even in the face of such monumental arrogance, the human spirit struggles to be free.<br/><br/>On our Perfecto Meter scale of 1 to 10, THE HUNGER GAMES merits a solid 10.  It's quite simply one of the best books you will read.  Snag a copy today and treat yourself.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3P5AB11LXGI7Q?ASIN=0439023521	One of the Best Books Ive Read in a LOOOONG Time!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">OMG this book is so amazing! the plot is super original and the design on the book and cover is beautiful. im really pleased with this product. and i really love this author.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SERFXCMZJ5GV?ASIN=0439023521	LOVED! this book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So, I have to say that I absolutely loved this book! I had some reservations because of all the hype it had gotten and sometimes they fall really flat, but this one did not.<br/><br/>Katniss is a teenage girl who willingly takes her younger sisters place in an all out death match instituted by the Capital, called the Hunger Games. The plot takes you on a first person adventure through what happens after Katniss volunteers herself. Kat is a spectacular main character with enough emotion and personality to keep me reading, it has been a while since I finished a book so quickly.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games for me was a combination of 1984 (which I hated) and Battle Royale (a movie about a random Japanese class that gets picked to fight to the death on a deserted island) and I think this is a very good comparison. However, Collins wrote about the Capital in a way that made the book as a whole likable-- unlike 1984.<br/><br/>The plot line, while entertaining to the younger reader also had a lot of depth for older readers, although I would have read it without that depth, but it was nice. It was also refreshing not to have a love story from the very beginning, or vampires, or zombies...like may currently popular young adult reads.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4PORB7A5CTEI?ASIN=0439023521	audio book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good for my school kids, love the author, currently very popular with the kids, and they can listen to the book/  Great for teachers, gives my voice a rest too.  Showing young folks another way to have a book connection, audio books, is wonderful in a technological age.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GJCDXE9STK04?ASIN=0439023521	Loved the book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read after I saw the movie cuZ I was a little lost. Loved the book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYOBBOA5HFIQR?ASIN=0439023521	Great trilogy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My husband loves this trilogy. He's read each book several times...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AECM550BQ4?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book! It arrived quickly and as advertised.  Would recommend.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HI0VD2HSO9EM?ASIN=0439023521	Surprised I liked it...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was my first purchase on my Kindle app.  I selected it because it was by far the best selling title on Kindle.<br/>I was worried at first it would be a teenie bopper type book based on the description and some of the reader reviews.<br/>However, it turned out to be an exciting page turner.  'm looking forward to the next two in the trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3K3PLMDCU4DNU?ASIN=0439023521	Wow	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was amazing.  Completely absorbing and fast-paced.  I read through this novel in a single sitting and absolutely devoured the rest.  I don't know if I'd really recommend this book for younger children though.  It's pretty violent.<br/><br/>It reminded me a lot of Lord of the Flies in a (good) way.  A good bit of political commentary too.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TCGLGSL0NHOZ?ASIN=0439023521	:)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Death, romance, killing, phenomenal writing... HOLY COW! Pick it up, man!<br/>-Hannah<br/><br/>P.s. I see many of the negative reviews compare The Hunger Games to Koushun Takami's Battle Royale. From someone whose read and thoroughly enjoyed both, I find that funny considering both novels are nothing alike. (Other than the obvious parts, of course)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZET0LY5S65JR?ASIN=0439023521	Worth the Hype	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was a little skeptical about The Hunger Games. After all, the Twilight series just didn't give me a lot of confidence in our mass culture's ability to select really good books recently. But I eventually didn't like being left out and decided that I might give it a try, and when the film came out, I really didn't want my students to be giving the ending away to me. So, I started it and pretty well read it that night. It was good.<br/><br/>I like how Collins has managed to take several adventure-tale plot structures and balance them all together. There's a standard underdog versus the world story, a brewing rebellion versus a tyrannical power plotline, the being hunted on a deserted island type of plot, and even a love triangle throughout. Plus, there are hints--with the mockingjay symbol, for instance--of a mythical side of this story.<br/><br/>I admired, too, how Collins managed her characters. Katniss and Peeta are heroic, but they're also far from invulnerable, far from flawed, and far from being superheroes. Additionally, Collins was clever in making the story appropriately intense and violent without either copping out (Peeta and Katniss do participate in the violence) or making the protagonist(s) lose their integrity and likeability.<br/><br/>The novel did leave me with several questions. I keep wondering, for instance, how to reconcile the very high level of technology that Panem clearly has with both the seemingly low population and the level of anxiety they show toward the colonies. Maybe those things will be clarified in later books, but for now, they leave me wondering.<br/><br/>I am also wondering, though, in the way that every writer wants their readers to wonder...I am wondering what is going to happen next. I have already purchased the next couple of books in the series, but I am waiting until I'm going to have enough time to devote to them. I know that once I start, I'm pretty well going to put the rest of my life on hold until I'm through.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1B6ZLPS4445ZZ?ASIN=0439023521	One of the best books I almost couldn't read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'll admit that I picked this up with high expectations after hearing about it from many of my friends. But within the first few pages, I had to put it down and decide if I really wanted to finish or not. Why? Because it was written in the present tense.<br/><br/>Admittedly, I'm a bit of a writing snob. I'm not afraid to depart from familiar genres or themes, but there are some stylistic points that I'm almost dead-set against. In particular, present tense and second person narration. I understand that present tense can lend a sense of the immediate to writing and I respect that. But it feels awkward to me (and, based on some reading I've done on the subject, to many others).<br/><br/>That being said, I decided to finish the first two chapters and reevaluate at that point. I'm glad that I did because I found everything else about the book to be utterly captivating. The characterizations were strong. The plot was solid. It was written for a young adult audience, but the adults weren't written as morons. There was just the right amount of sweetness and humor to add poignancy.<br/><br/>Yes, the concept of children killing each other at the whim of cruel overlords is horrible, but even ignoring the fact that it's fiction, I feel that it's leading up to more in the second and third books. The book isn't condoning violence, but rather (to use a cliche) holding a mirror up to reality and showing a slightly distorted reflection of how things are. The ""Careers"" are effective, but they're shown to be little more than animals in all of the important ways. The Tributes who I felt something for didn't glory in the killing. They were sacrifices and fought for survival. It's not a nice thing, but it's an important thing.<br/><br/>Anyway, philosophy aside, I would definitely recommend this book to others. The tense might have kept me from becoming as enthralled as I would have liked, but I definitely think it is a worthwhile read. And it's nice to see authors treating young adults as serious readers by confronting them with hard topics that they really need to think about.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YEJXY8Z7753U?ASIN=0439023521	Beautifully written, fast-paced, but with one nagging flaw....	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I resisted reading this trilogy simply because I don't usually care for flash-in-the-pan popularity, but hearing all the great things about the books I couldn't resist for long.<br/><br/>The low price of only $5 for the Kindle version tipped me to my final decision of finally reading this book.<br/><br/>I haven't read a book that I couldn't put down in a very long time. It was invigorating for me to realize that I spent every waking hour reading this book. One night I checked the clock and it said it was 11pm. The next time I brought my head up for air, I checked the clock and it was 2:20AM. The was the fastest, most entertaining 3 1/2 hours of my life. I did it again the next day. In all, it only took me 2 days to read.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is fast-pased, the prose flows well and is very easy to read and understand, the characters have depth and realism; simply put - this book is amazing.<br/><br/>Now to the only flaw I could find: Of all the detail in the book, from the mouthwatering descriptions of the food, to the bone-chilling scenes of fear, to the stomach-churning descriptions of wounds there was no mention of anyone having to use the bathroom!<br/><br/>Days holed up in a cave holding each other and kissing, eating, and talking but no mention about the characters having to face the torrential rain storm to go to the bathroom was bothersome. I counted many scenes of characters lying in wait but never a scene of someone needing to relieve themselves behind a tree while another stood watch, or a character all alone but having to evacuate their bowels and trying to find a safe place to do it. All the food they ate and water they drank but not one sentence of having to pee. It just seemed very odd for such a detailed book. The author left nothing unexplained in regards to their clothes, food, ideas, fears, love, hate, wounds, death, even detailing one wound as dripping puss so the absence of a natural process such as urinating was hard to overlook halfway through the book.<br/><br/>You can tell this one thing really affected me. It was just a very annoying and bothersome omission in an otherwise perfect book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39OBCZXHJBWD6?ASIN=0439023521	Not a Battle Royale Rip-Off, Believe me!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I reacted the same way every old school Battle Royale fan probably did when they saw the commercials for the upcoming movie - ""Oh great, another hack author ripping off someone else's idea, exactly what we need."" However upon hearing several friends swear up and down how good this book was, I decided to reserve judgement and borrow it from the library.<br/><br/>To put it simply, I was dead wrong. Yes, the premise is the same as Battle Royale (children forced to fight to the death to instill fear in the populace and reassure the government of it's absolute control), however that is the only similarity. Saying they are the same would be like saying the Mentalist and Psych are the same - yes, they both have a phoney psychic who solves crimes, but as anyone who has seen both knows, they are very different shows - one is about a men hellbent on vengeance no matter what the cost, it's extremely serious and heartbreaking. The other is a light-hearted comedy.<br/><br/>Frankly, the Battle Royale was a wonderful movie, a great horror show, and extremely enjoyable. But it in no way delves into the psychology in the Hunger Games. The BR folks are in a society exactly like our own except that occasionally a middle school class is selected to be killed off. But Hunger Games is set in a far off future, a wasteland where the United States once was, where people regularly starve to death and an iron government controls it's people's every move. It's far more similar to 1984 than Battle Royale (and I've read the BR book, own the movie, and owned several of the graphic novels).<br/><br/>More importantly, rather than random teenagers with very little plot development who serve as mere fodder for the ensuing slaughter (as seen in BR), we are given a first person view from Katniss, the main character. Katniss takes the place of her sister in the games, something unheard of since all tributes from her district normally die in a game where 24 people fight to the death.<br/><br/>This book is heart-wrenching and a real page turner. And it does all this while not taking things to the grotesque level that BR does (Hunger Games could be read by a teenager, or perhaps a pre-teen, but trust me when I say you do NOT what anyone under the age of 16 reading Battle Royale).<br/><br/>Bottom line? This is a good book, and not a rip-off at all. I am definitely going to see the movie if I can scrape up the money.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROVKU948MAE9Y?ASIN=0439023521	"""As long as you can find yourself, you'll never starve."""	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins is the award winning author of Hunger Games. The book was partially inspired by  the Greek myth Theseus and the Minotaur. The film, Hunger Games, will be released March 23, 2012. More than a thousand showtimes are already sold out, the movie's advance ticket sales already surpass those of the first ""Twilight"" movie at the same point in that film's sale cycle.<br/><br/>""As long as you can find yourself, you'll never starve."" This is what Katniss's father tells her because she is named after a water plant with roots that taste like potatoes. Even before she is entered as a tribune in the games she finds herself, finds her strength and teaches herself how to hunt so she and her family won't starve. When her younger sister is chosen for the games, Katniss finds herself, her strength and takes her sister's place. In the games she gets far by finding herself, her strength, making the choices she wants to make. But she also ends up doing something that is not like her, having to feign love that she doesn't feel, and if she doesn't pull it off she and her family could be in danger. Will she have to choose between a boy she really cares about for one she doesn't truly love? Will she break the heart of someone she cares about, someone who cares about her? Is the price she may have to pay to be a champion too much?<br/><br/>The book is great. I loved it. People are crazy about it. Young adult books with strong female heroines are fantastic for tweens, teens, young adults and everyone to read. The author, Suzanne Collins, makes good use of the five senses, gives the reader a good feel of place and time, good world building. The author's characters are strong, compelling, and very real. It's an exciting, fast action story with twists. A page turner. I highly recommend it. No matter how good the movie is, there is no way it will be better or as good as the book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRSNZ09UB0ZX7?ASIN=0439023521	Don't compare apples to oranges.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">First off, let me say how appalled at some of the reviews that were written. Many positive and negative reviews contain some severely false information about the plot to misguide the readers of the reviews.<br/><br/>Second, if you're an adult who is contemplating on reading THG, keep in mind that this is an YA novel. So with that don't expect some superior writing style or complex plot or teenage romance to make sense. It seemed like many reviewers of this book were comparing apples to oranges. You cannot compare a novel like Battle Royale to this one just because they are the same genre. Battle Royale is a non-YA fiction and was translated from Japanese to English.<br/><br/>Some reviewers were upset that THG was a combination of other works and accusing Collins of being a thief. Perhaps these people don't know the meaning of ""inspiration.""  Collins explained where the idea came from (War in Iraq, Greek myth Theseus, gladiators, etc). She took those ideas and cleverly intertwined and embedded them into a fresh plot.<br/><br/>And then there were reviewers who took this book way too seriously and personally and criticized it for being too unrealistic, too violent, too political, etc. Of course it's unrealistic and political because it's a dystopian genre (maybe they don't know the meaning of ""dystopian"" either). And the concept is violent, yes, but Collins does not give graphic, gory details of the violence. For example, one of the characters gets tortured by some muttations.The idea of torture is violent but she doesn't give details of the torture except that the character was alive during the hours of torture and was moaning in pain. There were couple of scenes which were more descriptive, but I personally think they were not too much for YA. Here's an excerpt from what I think is the most descriptive/violent part of the book (this is a scene where the main character, Katniss, and another character got stung by a tracker jacker wasps. The girl dies and Katniss has hallucinations from the stings): ""Her features eradicated, her limbs three times their normal size. The stinger lumps have begun to explode, spewing putrid green liquid around her. I have to break several of what used to be her fingers with a stone to free the bow. ... I try to roll over her body by pulling on one arm, but the flesh disintegrates in my hands and I fall back on the ground..... Trees transform to blood and splash down my boots. Ants begin to crawl out of the blisters on my hands and I can't shake them free.... Then the ants bore into my eyes and I black out.""<br/><br/>If you're a parent, I highly recommend reading it first and then determine if your child is mature enough to handle the heavy concepts that are presented in this book (war, poverty, oppression, death). I'm a school teacher and have seen mature 5th graders read this (with parents or teacher) and handle it pretty well.<br/><br/>I personally think that this book really cannot be judged by itself, without reading the rest of the trilogy. So much happens in the rest of the trilogy that you will not get the whole picture until you have read the last words of Mockingjay. By end of Mockingjay, not a single character is the same. I spent few days afterwards thinking and trying to figure out the changes that occurred in the characters and why Collins wrote such an ending. The mere fact that I could not stop thinking about it until I was satisfied with my analysis was what I loved about the book. It made me think deeply about those core concepts previously mentioned. A book that can drive a person into deep, serious thinking surely deserves a 5 star rating.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2EHAFF7RCOUHR?ASIN=0439023521	Very disturbing - Not sure why all the rave reviews...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So I may be the only person in the world who actually did not particularly like this book. I found the storyline to be VERY disturbing and not something that I wanted to read about. All I could think throughout the whole book was how absolutely sick and disgusting it was and that really turned me off from the whole story. I thought the characters were somewhat shallow (but since they had to be all for themselves then I guess that makes sense) and the storyline - while original - was very familiar. The undertones of the story very much reminded me of the Uglies series by Scott Westerfield (even though the plot was very different I felt like I was reading the same story). I found the main characters to be weak and unlikable (I did like Gale but he just wasn't in the story enough for me to get a real feel for him). I also did not like how the author never clarified what went on in the past to make the world the way it is in the story. We read that The Hunger Games are a sacrifice but we never fully understand why.<br/><br/>Also, (and this really bugged me) what was with the mutts at the end of the story? I don't understand how the author just threw them in there and never explained them! Were they genetically made? Are the tributes not really dead? I kept expecting some kind of plot twist to happen where we found out that the tributes never really died...<br/><br/>Overall I found the message that this book sends to be horrifying. There is no moral twist at the end for the readers. It basically sends the message that you can only depend on yourself to live and we all know that is not true! This is certainly not a book for children or teens - why this is popping up on school reading lists I can not fathom.<br/><br/>I agree with a lot of readers about this being a fast paced and quick to read book (I read it in one day easily) but this does not make it good! If you are a parent I highly recommend you read this before letting your child pick it up. I was afraid I was going to have nightmares afterwards, I can't imagine how this could damage a young child!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NO9OFQ9WNAPM?ASIN=0439023521	Gripping, Compelling, and Insightful, Yet Thoroughly Entertaining	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I just reread this book; this is the first time in years I have chosen to read any book for the second time.  There's good reason for this, namely that this is one of those books that makes the rest of your world come to a halt so that you can finish it.<br/><br/>The central figure of the book is Katniss, a teenaged girl who has to sneak into the woods to hunt in order to keep her family fed in this distopian future.  She lives in a fenced-in coal mining district, one of 12 that exist solely to serve the Capital.  Life in her district is one of struggle for basic sustenance and survival.  What emerges from these conditions is a girl of strength and fierce independence.  She is certainly a flawed character, yet her awareness (and overestimation) of her own flaws is part of what makes Katniss so compelling.<br/><br/>Katniss has had to use violence to survive, namely through bow hunting.  When she steps into the titular Hunger Games and has to fight other humans to the death, this acclimation to violence becomes her saving grace, even while it battles with her innate compassion.  There is romance here, but the romance does not consume her, this is not a story of a girl who loses herself to love.<br/><br/>Anyone who has young daughters, I highly recommend giving this book to your children as soon as they are old enough to handle the violence.  Katniss, living as she does in a distopian world, can't be a role model exactly, but she can provide young girls with the knowledge that they are far more than just who they date and how pretty they are.  This book shows the value of inner strength tempered with self-reflection and compassion.<br/><br/>We may live in a world far removed from District 12, but it is one where violence still exists and valor is still occasionally needed.  I would keep this on the shelf right next to the Handmaid's Tale to remind us to appreciate the freedoms we enjoy and remain ever wary of what we could become.  And also, because it's nice to have a few days where you're not even tempted to turn on your TV.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GY5JDPOEUQHT?ASIN=0439023521	Yup, Me Too.  The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Title: The Hunger Games<br/>Author: Suzanne Collins<br/>My Rating - 5 Stars<br/><br/>There are times when the sheepy decisions of the masses make you shake your head and wish that you had moved to Costa Rica. Those times include the 'Whoomp, there it is!' years, IMHO. And then there are those times when those same sheep make pretty good decisions. What a burden for the holier-than-thou, the eschewer (not accepted in Scrabble) of all things trendy, the misanthrope who will wait a year to watch it at home rather than commune with the sheep.<br/><br/>I went to a really great concert in Clearwater, Florida once. It was a Norah Jones concert. She played in a little park by the water and it was a beautiful, clear evening. At sunset. No lie. There were people with blankets and wine and children strewn about the lawn and everyone, absolutely everyone, was relaxed. When Norah Jones became popular I remember thinking that it was really great that everyone loved her because she was, well, really great. How can you not love her? Well, I am sure that there are some people who find a way, but clearly they were few and far between. Score One for the sheep.<br/><br/>Like everyone else, I have also become a fan of Stephanie Meyer, and not just for Twilight, though I enjoyed the saga a great deal. It was suspenseful and fun and sexy. I found it to be a great read. I also loved the Host, which I DON'T think I've reviewed here. I will have to do that one next! But I consider this grudging acceptance of my enjoyment of her storytelling Score Two for the sheep.<br/><br/>Having made this transformation, I decided to go ahead and read The Hunger Games. And I loved it. It is completely horrifying, as was its intent, and yet fascinating at the same time. Though the audience of the Games in the story is seen as sort of bloodthirsty and sickly fascinated, you find yourself feeling the same way once the Games begin. It is a frightening dystopian story, which is very popular right now, and I think it is one of the better ones. My only criticism would be that the ending seemed a little abrupt. I know it is a trilogy (reading 2 at the moment), but it seemed to fail to end as a stand-alone book would do and felt a little odd. Overall, I wholeheartedly recommend it for the fan of dystopias. And so I must say, Score Three for the sheep.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JJ237Y22EXTS?ASIN=0439023521	Underwhelming	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I got the impression reading this book that it is a form of the torture porn that has become so popular in movies these days.  There is so much senseless violence, with absolutely no redeeming features.  The real insult is when you get to the end and read ""About the Author:""  ""...she continues to explore the effects of war and violence on those coming of age.""<br/><br/>That sounds like an insult and a slap to the face after finishing this book.  There are allusions to themes such as feudalism, class, humanity, ethics, morality, rebellion when subjected to tyranny, etc.  But none of these are explored in any meaningful way.  She just tosses them aside, through Catnip's mouth, saying, ""Well none of that would keep me alive, so whatever.""<br/><br/>To take that tact throughout the book, to give it some potential and then toss that potential aside so effortlessly, just to end by saying you were trying to explore the effects of war and violence on children all along?  What a joke.<br/><br/>The werewolfs, the redheaded mute, the young group of preppers who at first seem cognizant of the disgusting nature of the event, only to end up prattling on like gossiping teenagers about where they were and what they were doing when this or that kid was killed...  A post-apocalyptic world there have been natural disasters and resource wars, still left in tact after one faction used nuclear/biological weapons on another, yet for some reason there is a powerful air force capable of swooping in anywhere at a moment's notice?  A world in which mutant birds had to be genetically engineered in order to conduct SIGINT operations, yet there are invisible cameras capable of capturing every single piece of action that happens in the arena?  What happened to all of that?  None of it is explained.  Indeed, none of it is even treated as a problem.<br/><br/>At the end of the book, none of that is even really referenced.  It all ends *spoiler alert* on Catnip's conundrum of Gale vs Peeta.  Oooohhh, so very compelling.<br/><br/>The only reason why I will finish this trilogy is because my cousin loves the books, and she wants me to be interested in something that she likes.  Hopefully some of these themes and questions will be explored in the later books, but I have my doubts.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3869PW4JIKCUR?ASIN=0439023521	"Very good, until I got to the ""end""..."	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The end of 2011 and the beginning of 2012 found me reading the Steve Jobs bio by Walter Isaacson.  Why does this matter?  Because, I normally don't do non-fiction... just like I normally don't do young adult.  However, after my favorite author, one of my favorite publishers, and numerous other people told me that I needed to read it, I figured why not?  So I once again stepped out of my comfort zone and waded into waters not seen since Jr. High.  And I'm glad I did.<br/><br/>I cracked open this book (OK fine... I swiped open my iPad) and did not stop until the end.  This book quickly grabs you and doesn't let go until about the last fourth.  I'll get to that later.  The first three fourths of this book I flew through it like Katniss at a buffet.  This being a YA book I didn't expect the amount of violence to be what it was.  It wasn't gratuitous or anything but it was definitely was there.  If you don't know the premise of this book that could only mean one thing; you were born yesterday.  Think `Lord of the Flies' meets `The Running Man' meets any high school in America.<br/><br/>It's a murderous game of cat and mouse and you only have to survive.  That's it.  Oh yeah, you must compete against twenty-three other kids, on TV, with the odds stacked against you, on little to no water and food.  Piece of cake, right?  The first ¾ of this book is a fast paced, fun, bloody adventure.  The unfortunate thing for this book is that when the numbers of kids start to dwindle, so does the action.  It turns into an introspective of Katniss and it doesn't have the same magic as the beginning.  Now, I did finish it because it WAS good but I hated that it went that direction.  I think that reader of YA books will still (obviously with the numbers this series is putting up) enjoy this series, but from a reader who needs a book finish as strong as it starts, I wasn't completely taken.<br/><br/>I was debating on whether or not I would read this series straight through so I left it to chance.  If I liked the way this book ended I would continue.  If I didn't, I would still read it, but not straight through.  Seeing as I've already started `Legion' by Simon Scarrow, I have my answer.  Again, I didn't dislike this book but I was hoping for something...  else.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1K059DGKRSR7I?ASIN=0439023521	An empty promise	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Writers must never resort to a 'god from the machine' to solve issues with their plots. In Latin this is called deus ex machina, and refers to plays that use a god-like character lowered from a crane onto the stage to resolve a difficult problem by casting away the story's internal logic to solve said problem, thereby deflating all of the tension that the problem creates. It demonstrates a lack of creativity on the writer's part, and Suzanne Collins uses this weak technique no fewer than three times in this book. The first one seems almost completely intentional, because it is literally a booming voice from the sky, and it's at this moment where a good story becomes trite.<br/><br/>Except even before this moment, the book has problems.<br/><br/>I thought that I had seen the worst adverb use in dialogue attribution when my eyes happened upon ""...I said frostily"" in Stephanie Meyer's abysmally bad Twilight, but then I saw ""This is it? I think grouchily"", and I was astonished yet again at how something so awful could have been either written by an author or missed (or worse, suggested) by an editor. The Hunger Games is not as bad as Twilight, but there are times when it is difficult to take seriously. The writing is weak, it's careless, and as far as I'm concerned, it rips off the reader. Great writing is crafted and honed through multiple passes. Much of what lies on the page here is slipshod. We deserve better for the time we invest in your book. The STORY deserves better.<br/><br/>It's fast paced, which keeps the pages turning despite its numerous problems, but at times the pace is so fast that it feels like some really great moments could have been made better by a more careful, lingering squeeze of the scenes.<br/><br/>There is no good reason for this book to have been written in first person, present tense. This is a story that screams out to be written in third person, allowing for better development of all of the characters involved (not to mention the possibility that the protagonist might not survive).<br/><br/>Subplots are created and then ultimately left flailing in the margins (what purpose do the muttations serve?). Why does Gale become such a non-character once the protagonist is taken away to fight? Here's an idea: What if he was so worried for her safety while watching the games, that he commits a crime to get the funds to get her a parachute drop of something she needed in the woods to survive? She could learn this when she got back, that he was ultimately caught and arrested (possibly executed) as a result. At least he's no longer an empty character.<br/><br/>This book is ultimately a disappointment because so much of its potential is ruined. The promise The Hunger Games makes to be great in its first half is ultimately broken.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VCX34J8ZNGU4?ASIN=0439023521	Formulaic yet captivating thriller. Perfect airport material.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is a formulaic yet captivating thriller set in a futuristic dystopia. The heroine, Katniss Everdeen, along with 23 other children, is condemned to participate in gladiator fights for the entertainment of wealthy citizens. The competition is a televised free-for-all, spanning several weeks, until only one child remains alive and is declared the victor. There is a good amount of suspense as the competitors are whittled down one-by-one. Many cliff-hangers kept me reading chapter after chapter.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games' rules are simple, the combat arena is expansive but well-defined, and the strengths/weaknesses of the competitors are well rounded. Some children excel at hand-to-hand combat, others at ranged combat. Some children are big and slow, while others are small and fleet. Some children are clever, others are dumb and brutish. You know this story already. Little will surprise you; however, the book is slickly written and is a thrilling read. It is no wonder the Hunger Games has been turned into a movie.<br/><br/>Before they even enter the arena the children compete to win the support of the viewing audience. It is this aspect that somewhat distinguishes the Hunger Games from similar stories. Katniss is advised by a wardrobe coordinator, a personal trainer, and a public relations consultant. They advise Katniss on her training regimen, her posture, her choice of costumes, and how to handle questioning during the critical pre-games interview. With this help Katniss successfully wins the sympathy of the viewers and is rewarded with life-saving gifts in the arena.<br/><br/>Occasionally, the book has a schlocky horror movie vibe that I disliked. The sadistic cruelty and voyeurism of the Capitol citizens, for whom the games are televised, is inhuman and really inexplicable. Why these citizens enjoy watching children die in gruesome battles, with a particular fondness for slow agonizing deaths, is never explained.<br/><br/>I have a similar complaint regarding the ""muttations"", wolves genetically crossed with the DNA of children slain in the Hunger Games. These muttations have the recognizable eyes and facial expressions of the children. In my opinion this was real B-grade science fiction fare. I think author Suzanne Collins must have a thing for low-brow sci-fi and voyeuristic horror movies as they seem to have inspired significant portions of the Hunger Games.<br/><br/>The weakest aspects of the book, by far, are the three capricious rule changes. At first, only one child may win. Then that rule is changed to permit two winners. Then reversed back to one winner and finally re-reversed to two winners. This was aggravating and undercut the tension of the one-gets-out-alive scenario. It is too bad some editor didn't tell Collins to cut it out.<br/><br/>Beyond the Hunger Games themselves there is a bit of teenage angst, a bland love triangle, a touching instance of self-sacrifice, and obligatory moments of self-doubt followed by I-will-never-give-up resolve on the part of Katniss. In conclusion, the Hunger Games is formulaic and you will probably fail to be overly impressed with it; however, should you find yourself stuck at the airport I think you will appreciate the plentiful cliff-hangers anyway.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HFRNNUJDATN7?ASIN=0439023521	An Indictment on our Times	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I will not go into the story line since the many, many reviews before this one will give you the plot.<br/><br/>I wanted to share some of my thoughts on this book. I was surprised it is labeled as young adult. Much like the Harry Potter books it touches on many themes that resonate with more mature audiences.<br/><br/>The ""Hunger Games"" were devised after an uprising in the U.S. was squashed by those in power. Now the games, the ultimate reality show is ran every year and is compulsory for the ""selected"" youth to compete. I found the mentioning of a past uprising almost eerie considering the armed police responses to the current OWS demonstrations. It lends a sense of just how possible that pre-history could be as I see on the news para-military police raiding Oakland OWS and sending a man to the hospital.<br/><br/>I easily saw a correlation between the rich, spoiled, and privileged Capital residents who bet on the games as a strong correlation to Wall Street and the ""1%"" who gamble with people's lives and retirement savings without conscience. Those who are so entitled that they view others as beneath them and only good for what they can get out of them.<br/><br/>I am sure others have commented on the ""games"" being a parallel to our current obsession with reality games taken to its ultimate conclusion. But I liked how the story drew out how contrived and cherry-picked that ""reality"" is. When you consider our current culture's blood lust from violent video games and movies, to accepting waterboarding and ""enhanced interrogation methods"" as okie dokie - it isn't much of a stretch to watching teens kill each other in the extreme gladiator version of ""Survivor"" Olympics as conceivable, even believable.<br/><br/>Another aspect to the games is the ever present feeling that you are on camera. Every sniffle or smile is being recorded somewhere. I became more and more aware of the traffic cameras, ATM cameras, security cameras etc everywhere in our world today. We have accepted them and don't rail against them. We have become a country with its citizen's being scrutinized much like the games.<br/><br/>I think this book has more to say about our current culture that is missed by many because of the YA label and suspense. Perhaps it was unintentional, but this book seems to be an indictment to our culture and times. Will we change the direction we are headed in?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14E5CZOP35DDL?ASIN=0439023521	Brutal. Fascinating. Addictive.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Some books are best savoured slowly, reading a chapter every day on the commute to and from work, pondering all the possible directions the story might take. The Hunger Games is not one of those books. It is a book that needs to be devoured, preferably in one sitting. I started reading it on a Friday night, read late into the evening, woke up and continued reading on Saturday. I was actually annoyed that I had a birthday dinner for me and my dad that night, because all I wanted to do was keep reading. I finished it that Sunday, postponing things like doing the washing and the grocery shopping and writing my Sunday night blog post just so I could reach that final page.<br/><br/>Why is The Hunger Games so addictive? For me, it was the brutal-yet-fascinating plot. Quite frequently, I felt sick with anticipation and concern as I sped through the scenes, wondering how Katniss was going to escape alive. And as the story developed, I became attached to other characters competing in the Games - which just made it even worse. With only one competitor allowed to live, people I cared about were going to die no matter what - it doesn't get any more gripping than that.<br/><br/>The writing style - first person, present tense - added to the immediacy of the story as you see every horrific event unfold in real time through Katniss's eyes. You also get to hear her thoughts, which are often very different to the persona she portrays to the watchful cameras of the Capitol. I know a lot of people don't like present tense, but I love it and felt it suited this story perfectly.<br/><br/>Katniss is one hell of a main character. She epitomises the word `heroine', with her courage, perseverance and resourcefulness. But while I marvelled at her strengths, I was simultaneously shaking my head at her emotional ineptitude. This only served to make her more realistic - we all have flaws, and growing up as a provider and protector in such a brutal world would no doubt take a toll on your emotional capacity.<br/><br/>The Big Brother/reality TV element of this book was another compelling factor. For me, the `Games' were like Survivor crossed with Gladiator - to the death, on live TV. The prospect both sickened and fascinated me, and made me stop and question the direction our world is taking. Already, many of us live a voyeuristic life and sometimes I hear comments about reality TV contestants that make me wonder if the person has forgotten they're talking about a real human being.  I don't know where the trend towards reality TV will take us, but I truly hope (and thankfully doubt) it isn't anything close to what's presented in The Hunger Games.<br/><br/>Apart from Katniss, the two characters I connected with the most were Peeta (the male competitor from Katniss's district) and Rue (the youngest contender in the Games). As a baker's son, Peeta comes from a more privileged background than Katniss. As a result, he doesn't have the same survival skills as she does, but his best asset is his pure heart. At twelve years old, Rue is easily the most vulnerable competitor but she has a hidden resourcefulness that was fascinating to discover. For fear of spoilers, I'm not going to say any more about either Peeta or Rue except that I truly enjoyed getting to know them.<br/><br/>The only criticisms I have of this book are quite minor. One of the supporting characters, Effie Trinket, came across as two-dimensional throughout the entire book, which is never a good thing.  And... I would've liked more from the ending. I know, I know - it's a trilogy. but still, I'd hoped we might've received just a little bit more closure at the end of the first book. The main problem with this lack of resolution is I'm now itching to see what happens in books two and three when I already have a pile of books eagerly awaiting my attention (not to mention my own manuscript!).<br/><br/>I have no doubt that I won't be able to resist the pull of this series for long. I just hope that when I do pick up book two, it's the first day of a long weekend so I can do nothing but read.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZXF4XE6U8PVZ?ASIN=0439023521	A Book Not Worth Putting Down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins combines a negative utopia, gut-wrenching action, and a fight to the death in a book that you cannot put down.  This novel opens up to the grim world of sixteen-year-old Katniss Everdeen, living in Panem, a divided nation of twelve districts.  Every year, two tributes (male and female) are selected from each district and forced participate in the Hunger Games, a gruesome fight to death televised live by the Capitol.  The tributes are forced to fight in desolate conditions, use survival skills, and in the end, the winner gets to live high on the hog. What do the losers get? Death.<br/> After recuperating from the death of her father, Katniss uses her prior knowledge accumulated from her deceased father and manages to keep her family in a steady condition. But her feeble mother can't help her, and she finds it a waste of time to try to teach her wide-eyed, innocent, animal-loving sister Primrose to hunt.  Instead, she gets assistance from her long-time friend, hunting pal, and love interest, eighteen year-old Gale.  Trespassing and poaching are against the law; but Katniss has no alternative option.  Unless you count starving to death.<br/> The actual Hunger Games begin with the Reaping, the most dreaded day of the year for citizens of Panem.  Each year, a female and a male tribute are selected ""randomly"". The age range is twelve to eighteen, and since Prim is twelve, it's the first year that her name will be entered in the pool.  Children can enter their names additionally for tesserae, one-year supply of grain and oil.  When Katniss was twelve, her name was entered once, and then three more times for tesserae for her mother, Prim, and herself.  After Katniss and Gale hunt, trade, and divvy up their provisions, they set off to prepare for the reaping.  During the reaping, the town square is dead silent as parents pray that their children are spared.  As the female tribute's name is selected, Katniss is livid with fear. It's Primrose Everdeen.<br/> When she hears her sister's name, Katniss is paralyzed in shock. She immediately volunteers herself without a second thought.  Or a first thought, for that matter.  Finally, a male tribute, Peeta Mellark, is selected.  Now we step into a.  The pair are not friends; however Katniss has a vivid flashback to the time of her father's death.  Peeta aka """" kindly donated a few loaves to Katniss and her hurting family.  The odds definitely are not in her favor.<br/>Happy Hunger Games!<br/> I'm done summarizing for now; sorry, no more spoilers. Since I've left you hanging, this may motivate you to read the book.  Or not, your choice.  The Hunger Games is very addictive, and I wilted under the power of this book.  I especially liked it because of the thrilling twists, action-packed events, and the little bit of romance that is intertwined as well.  The first time I heard about this book from my sister, who spoke so highly of it, so I decided to read it.  What a great decision that was.  I can't wait to see this develop into a movie.  I enjoyed reading this book, writing this review, and I hope you'll be inspired to read it as well.  May the odds ever be in your favor!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LZ4WNMYWP3YA?ASIN=0439023521	unexpected	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">a friend of mine made me read this.  she always gives in to my book and movie suggestions so i thought, just read the book its on sale.  i only ever put it down when i had to.  i was totally submerged in the story and engrossed by the characters.  to start out the story going ""okay this is sweet and woodsy"" with gale and katniss in the woods hunting and talking.  i told my friend how i felt and she said ""keep reading"".  then came peeta.  then came cinna and rue, even thresh had a his moment where he stole my heart.  My opinion of the story changed greatly.<br/>hunger games is about how far you would go for survival, how do you weigh out survival with holding onto what makes you human, the inhuman lengths people will go to for entertainment when it doesnt affect them and it made me think alot about dog, cock and bull fighting because thats pretty much what this is.<br/>twelve districts, some poor some not so poor, by law ever child starting at age 12s name in put in a drawing called the reaping where 2 kids from each district are forced to go into an arena, unknown to what surroundings they may encounter, and fight to the death. 24 kids enter and one comes out.  If they dont kill in what capitol (like their government)likes time wise they send in game makers to speed up the process going into full on attack.  the reward is that you, your district and family will gain financially if you win.  you have no choice.  when katnisss baby sisters name is pulled she takes her place in the arena along with another teenager from her village that showed her kindness as a child at his expense even though they were strangers.  from day one she doesnt want to kill him.  through the story you see the kids in the arena become, some faster than others, ""feral"" savage and violent.  There are times with some that their humanity shows through and some lose it right off the bat because they are what they call ""careers"" basically their families have trained them for their ""special day"".  there is alot of death in this book and some of it is downright heartbreaking.  its also a great adventure book about a couple of kids struggle to survive. that and a boy thrown into a to the death arena with the girl hes loved since he was 5.<br/>this is an amazing book that both touched me and totally sucked me in. that and made me think.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RS379TJ14GM6C?ASIN=0439023521	Great Beginning to a Good Series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My high school book club is filled with the type of kids who still read Harry Potter yearly, who have breezed by Percy Jackson and moved on to adult(ish) things. As hard as we tried to read some serious literature, we all were craving an ""easy read"" that would be fun and exciting for a children's novel. This book satisfied our apetites, but it did not blow us away.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is about Katniss Everdeen, a young girl in a horrible future who must hunt to feed her family. Society has decayed to the point where children are forced to competes as tributes in a government sponsored event called The Hunger Games, brutal live TV that resembles something between ""Survivor"" and ""The Running Man"".<br/><br/>The plot has a lot of setup before it gets started, and as such, the first few chapters are littered with soapbox rants about everything the government has done wrong in the future and all the complex systems its formed to feed the people and such. Not exactly a thrilling opening, but these first few scenes begin the tangled relationships nicely, and they lay down the rules of the road for not just this book, but the other two volumes in the series as well.<br/><br/>One thing that really stands out about this book series is that it is a refreshing mix of basic ""complex relationship"" style plot (a la classic authors like Jane Austen and Emily Bronte) and a more ""action-oriented"" storyline along the lines of Tom Clancy or Clive Cussler. All of this in a young adult novel! Granted, Suzanne Collins has her moments of predictability, and the pace drags a bit during the actual games, when it isn't about the marriage between action and story, and mostly about just action, but she draws great characters and there are definitely some great twists along the way.<br/><br/>The biggest flaw of this book-- and the rest of the series as a whole-- is the lack of credibility. The writing comes across like this is a possible outcome of the present society, but in no way illustrates exactly how our country squandered into a measly, grim setting as that of the novel. Once you accept that this is pure fantasy, however, the book becomes quite fun, and even the more ridiculous aspects become interesting.<br/><br/>This book is great, and could easily work as a stand-alone novel. In all honesty, I almost wish I stopped with this one. <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Catching-Fire-The-Second-Book-of-the-Hunger-Games/dp/0439023491"">Catching Fire (The Second Book of the Hunger Games)</a> is a decent sequel, although dissapointing. Read that one if you need more. But <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Mockingjay-The-Hunger-Games-Book-3/dp/0439023513"">Mockingjay (The Hunger Games, Book 3)</a> kind of ruins the series and makes me regret continuing on to finish the story.<br/><br/>Kids should definately read THIS book. Whether they want to continue on and read the whole series, leave that up to them. With the new movie coming out, they may want to. My full reviews of the next to books will be coming soon.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VISPMFPR277N?ASIN=0439023521	Fabulous, gripping, and engrossing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had been aware of The Hunger Games for a couple of years but was reluctant to read it for two reasons:  ""Popular,"" hyped books tend to not be as appealing to me as they seem to be to many adoring fans (Just for the record, I fell in love with Harry and his plight long before he became a household name!), and I did not like the premise.  The idea of children killing children as a national sport, televised, as an entire nation watches, disgusts and appalls me.  I could not imagine a scenario where that would be a possibility, and definitely couldn't see myself reading about it.  But something about the book captured my attention and kept drawing me back to it until I finally purchased it when it was on sale.  However, it still took me another six months to find the time and desire to read it.<br/><br/>I'm glad I did.  I'm also glad I waited until a break from school, because once I started, the book was hard to put down.  Katniss captivated me from the start, as did some other characters I met along the way.  Most of the main characters were realistic and real, fleshed out in ways that allowed me to see them, to participate with them, to become them at times.  When Katniss was in the arena, I was there with her, feeling her pain, her loneliness, her confusion, her fears.  Suzanne Collins had the skills to convince me that not only were the Hunger Games possible, they were an actuality, a yearly event in post-America Panem.<br/><br/>I knew going in that this was the first of a trilogy, but hoped that this book was a stand-alone novel.  In a sense it is, especially if you have no concern for any of the characters outside the arena, but there are many unanswered questions, many issues yet to be settled.  I'm off to purchase the second book in the series, and will probably end up buying the third shortly after that.  Thank God for summer vacation...</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2N9OY8XSB5JG?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry For More!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My thirteen year old daughter read all three books in the THE HUNGER GAMES series in about two weeks.  With school, homework, sports, band, chores, etc., that is saying quite a lot.  She loved them, every word; couldn't stop talking about them.  My husband became so curious to find out what she was raving about, that he got the ""books on tape.""  He listened to them straight through, barely stopping to eat and sleep.  Finally, he said to me, ""you HAVE to read these!""  In fact, he took over our 5 year old's bedtime routine, and sent me to bed with the first book so that I could read it.  Since this is a rare luxury, I jumped at the chance.<br/><br/>THE HUNGER GAMES is set in a future, post-apocalyptic, dystopian society, where each year the Capitol culls 2 children, one boy and one girl between the ages of 12 and 18, from each district.  These 24 children, called ""tributes,"" must then fight each other to the death, until only one remains standing.  Katniss and Peeta are the tributes from the mining district, District 12.  Katniss is a skilled hunter, and Peeta, the very intelligent son of a baker.  Together, they could be a formidable team against the others.  But caring for a deadly competitor will only make you weaker.  In the end, only one can survive.  Who will live, and who will die?  Does humanity make you weaker or stronger?<br/><br/>THE HUNGER GAMES is everything my family advertised it to be and more - I became so engrossed that I read THE HUNGER GAMES in less than 24 hours.  Author Suzanne Collins has an easy, simple writing style that is still very compelling.  The character development is very strong, and the action is almost immediate and non-stop.  While I can see why early young adults would eat these up, they clearly appeal to a much wider audience.  Katniss and Peeta are both strong, engaging characters; brutal when needed, but still very human in a dark, horrifying world.  The secondary characters are equally poignant, representing both the best and the worst aspects of Katniss and Peeta's world.<br/><br/>While this plot is not a new one, THE HUNGER GAMES is so well told that here it feels unique, fresh, and original.  Additionally, while the idea of THE HUNGER GAMES is dark and horrific, it is important to note that there is little gore, no sex, and no bad language.  Ms. Collins manages to pull off THE HUNGER GAMES based her plot and her storytelling alone, not on the commonly used devices mentioned above.  In this day and age, that is really saying something.  Keeping the attention of young teens, creating a buzz among them, selling millions of copy on strength of story alone is no small feat.  And keeping adults enthralled as well elevates Ms. Collins into a very elite category of authors.<br/><br/>My 13 year old is still sleeping this morning.  But as soon as she is awake, I will be grabbing the second book.  I can't wait to see what happens next!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QQSK6TSFMC1N?ASIN=0439023521	where have I seen this plot before?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When my daughter can't put a book down, and upon completing it tells me I *have* to read it because it was *so* good (as only an earnest young girl can do), I was forced to relent.  The story line of _The Hunger Games_ is equal parts ""The Lottery"" by Shirley Jackson, ""The Running Man"" by Stephen King, and the TV series ""Survivor.""  In the dystopian future America, the nation is broken into (originally 13, now 12) districts.  Annually each district holds a lottery where a boy and a girl (aged 12 - 18) is chosen to represent their district in ""the Hunger Games"" - televised games, not unlike the Olympics, where these children compete to the death, only one survivor being declared the winner of the games, the winner's district awarded food, fame and accolades.  (The details of how and why the games began is a plot point I won't get into here.)<br/><br/>The process of selection of champions, the brief training the protagonist recieves, and the brutality of the games made for riveting reading.  I wholly understand why my daughter could not put the book down, as I, too was pulled into it - an irony, as the reader, being riveted to the drama of the Games, is complicit in its barbarity.  Another bitter irony of the story is the heroine, Katniss develops a relationship with Peeta, the other representative from her district; of course, there can be only one winner of the games, a realization that is never far from Katniss' mind.<br/><br/>For young adult readers, I can see how this book would work well on a number of levels: the story line is taught and suspenseful; where there is violence, it is graphic and brutal (a sure hit with teen boys); there is a romantic angle between Katniss and Peeta - but it is portaryed with sympathy and realism, as Katniss struggles with whether her feelings are authentic, or if they are a function of her simply ""playing the game"" (much as young teens struggle with their first relationships and the feelings they engender.)  For adults, the vouyeristic nature of entertainment (the ""Hunger Games"" are a wonderful metaphor for any popular reality televison show) and the questions it raises about ethics and morality are never far from the story line.  In a similar vein, the issues of class and privlidge are brought up (not only between Katniss and Peeta, but also between the champions of the various districts.)  Simply put, there is a lot going on in this book that provides food for thought for a wide variety of ages.  I was, however, frustrated by the lack of catharsis: while the immeadiate story of the Hunger Games ends, it is clear that there is much more to be told, and readers are (to some extent) left hanging in order to read the next in the series.  This was a little aggravating.<br/><br/>I don't read much ""young adult"" material; with that said, this would certainly be one of the books of that genre that I would recommend - the plot is a bit used, but issues and questions it raises are not the ""bubble-gum"" fluff one typically associates with writing geared towards this audience.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TJSKAU2S53TV?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games-Because everybody knows how much I love post-apocalyptic stories!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a boring Sunday afternoon-the kind where everything is boring except reading-so I chose a random book off my top shelf and I had The Hunger Games in my hand. 45 minutes later, I've ended up sitting here writing this review.<br/><br/>  The story is set in Panem, a post-apocalyptic nation, erected over the ruins of North America.<br/>Post-apocalyptic. Say that five times fast! But really, the setting is nice. It also has one of those twisted and warped storylines that everyone loves.<br/><br/>  Ok, first we have a girl named Katniss. Collins has done a great job on her books but, Katniss? And it actually says in the book that katniss is the name of a plant with edible roots.(I think she'd have learned her lesson in weird, hard to pronounce names, after Bartholomew of Sandwich and Photos Glow-Glow in The Underland Chronicles.) ""chuckles"" Remember, Katniss has edible roots.<br/><br/>  Well anyway, we have Katniss and a boy named Peeta (Peeta the potato.). Katniss Everdeen is the main character and narrator of the story. The sixteen year old girl hunts to provide for her mother and twelve year old sister in place of her dead father. Prim, Katniss's sister, is also named after a plant. Peeta Mellark is the strapping sixteen year old son of the town baker. He's about as useless as a lump of dough... oh! except for making bread.<br/><br/>  Katniss and Prim live in the Seam, while Peeta lives in the town. District 12 is consisted of the poor and dirty Town, the poorer and dirtier Seam, the Meadow which is separated from the Seam and town by a partly-electrified fence, and a dangerous forest beyond the Meadow.<br/><br/>  Every year, on the Reaping, a boy and a girl from each of the 12 Districts are selected to be tributes for the Hunger Games. At the end of each game only one tribute can win. This is a play on the Greek myth of Theseus, in which the city of Athens was forced to send young men and women to Crete to be devoured by the Minotaur. For Collins, this was an  inspiration for the nation of Panem; she explains, ""Crete was sending a very clear message: 'Mess with us and we'll do something worse than kill you. We'll kill your children.'<br/><br/>  During the Games Katniss meets Rue,(my fave character) a young girl who reminds her of Prim. She allies with Rue who proves to be helpful, but dies while helping with Katniss's plan to kill the Career tributes. (Just bad luck?) And apparently, Rue is also named after a small plant. She also meets Cato, Glimmer and Clove(another small plant!)-the Career tributes-none of whom are exactly friendly to her.<br/><br/>  I recommend this book to ages 13+. It would be suitable for 10-12 -except for a whole lot of death, brutal violence, more death, pain, death, gore, and being eaten alive-which is a type of death.... sorry for the sarcasm but there is a lot of death. (I just used the word 'death' 6 times.)<br/><br/>  To sum up this book, I'd say that Collins is cooking a meal. The first dish is soup, a culinary mix of minced action, steamed mystery, boiled romance, grilled deception, a pinch of friendship and reality TV, and whole bucket of edible plants. And from the look of it the second course is close to barbecued chicken. Click for the second book.<a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Catching-Fire-The-Second-Book-of-the-Hunger-Games/dp/0439023491"">Catching Fire (The Second Book of the Hunger Games)</a> (Don't forget to finish reading my review!)<br/><br/>  If I was Suzanne Collins, I could have named this book: 'A Garden Guide to Edible Plants' But I'm not and if I was I wouldn't be able to write this good in a hundred years. (No offense, Mrs. Collins, I REALLY loved your book.)</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RQI4Q6A2JBKW?ASIN=0439023521	It was hard to put this one down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What a book! This is the first book that I can genuinely say made me bump up my traditional 4 star rating for a ""good"" to ""pretty good"" book to a tremendous 5 star rating for this one. The Hunger Games setting is a bleak one. America, as we know it, has been crippled/weakened by war, fire, famine, and drought. In place of all of that? A new country named Panem that's divided into 12 districts. There were once 13 districts, but the 13th district was defeated when it attempted an uprising against The Capitol of Panem. As punishment for the uprising, President Snow has an annual ""Hunger Games"" and Panem/United States has basically become a fascist/dictatorship of sorts. In the Hunger Games, 2 young representatives (also called ""tributes"") are chosen from each of the 12 districts each year in what amounts to a very warped/messed up contest where 24 tributes fight to the death, in what is required viewing for the citizens of all districts and dressed up in the form of televised entertainment in which just one will survive.<br/><br/>The story centers primarily around two young tributes in Katniss and Peeta, the chosen tributes for District 12. At first, Katniss' younger sister Prim is selected but Katniss volunteers in her place as the female tribute. The male chosen is Peeta, a son of a local baker and an unlikely competitor in a competition where other districts have trained their tributes their whole lives for. Katniss and Peeta are the underdog heroes from District 12 that everyone loves to root for. They're up against bigger and stronger competition that have been training their tributes their whole lives for these games in addition to the fact that they are playing for prides sake in a district that has been among the bottom feeders of the overall 12 Districts of Panem. Both characters are tremendous and you end up caring about both of them as the story goes on. That being said, the Hunger Games definitely was not a soft read. This was one of the first books that genuinely got me emotionally charged up in quite a while. When the reader is invested in the book beyond just reading the pages but emotionally as well, it rings in at a different level from me than just ""good"" books. The state of dystopia that the United States (and now Panem) is in gets to you, but the barbaric/blood-thirsty concept of The Hunger Games is just mind-numbing/blood boiling. The fact that such a corrupt system of power is in place and that these kids have to brutally slaughter each other at a young age just to survive for the sport of entertainment is crazy.<br/><br/>The ending was a little weak though. As part of a trilogy, that's somewhat excusable but Collins still could have given us a little more to work with for a resolution of Book 1. I know, I know...it's a trilogy but still, I felt like it wasn't as complete as it could have been. Perhaps that's the sign of a great book and maybe a little nitpicking. That's my 2 cents on it. If you decide to pick it up, you're in for a real page-turner and what hopefully is an excellent trilogy :).<br/><br/>-Travis S.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPGWS2TSPQG9F?ASIN=0439023521	Don't let the premise put you off...look at the bigger message of novel	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My first reaction to the story's premise of The Hunger Games was one of disgust: a society which uses teenagers to exploit their own twisted sense of entertainment. How could such a book be marketable? But then, after reading the book and taking a step back to ponder its message, it made much more sense. As repulsive as the image is in the book, the author WANTS you to feel this disgust: that is the point. This form of barbarity, where twenty four teenagers are randomly chosen to fight the death each year as part of a punishment for a rebellion years ago in Panem, is hardly even questioned by those in the twelve districts. No one seems to want to confront its amorality or ruthlessness, or is afraid to do so. While reading, I was reminded a little of Shirley Jackson's ""The Lottery"", where a town holds a ritualistic ""lottery"" each year. In this story, names are drawn to see who will be stoned to death, and the people in this town have such a lighthearted and accepting manner about this ritual that the ending is jolting and disturbing to the reader. Much of the same can be said for The Hunger Games, although we know up front what will take place, and wait with a sense of suspense as to how the main characters will try to survive. The Hunger Games, much like ""The Lottery,"" illustrates the corruptibility of government, and the dangers and destruction of blindly conforming to traditions without any thought process.<br/><br/>The Gamemakers of the Capitol seem to hold all the cards once the games begin. They can manipulate the weather, send contestants supplies (such as medicine or food) via sponsors, or even change the rules of the game to conform to their entertainment. The contestants are not only battling themselves, but outside forces as well, such as mutant animals, starvation, poisonous food, and their own popularity--if they don't become ""popular"" in the eyes of the Gamemakers, then they will have a tougher road to survival. While I understand the idea of the Capitol being a larger-than-life enemy, a Big Brother, the idea that they can do things like shift the weather, deplete contestants of critical resources (such as drying up a lake), and play favoritism seemed a little silly and convenient for the story. However, perhaps this is a statement about our current modes of entertainment, with reality television and media taking over public opinion and perception with a ""winner take all"" mindset (American Idol, Survivor, The Apprentice come to mind). Society is sometimes favorable--or antagonistic-- towards what is out there in the media spotlight. We see this in The Hunger Games, as the Gamemakers push main characters Katniss and Peeta into this ""star-crossed lovers"" theme to add a dimension to the game, making them more favorable in the viewers' eyes.<br/><br/>While we don't learn much about minor characters, the two main characters are strongly developed. Katniss and Peeta both have moments where they want to rebel against the Capitol and Hunger Games. Early on, Peeta tells Katniss that he doesn't ""want them to change me in there. Turn me into some monster."" Keeping your identity is the recurring theme that Katniss reflects on during the games.  Katniss also seems disgusted by the Games as well, and while she does play by the rules, she looks for a way of rebellion. However, the Games are too large for them, and one gets the sense that they have to give in.<br/><br/>If there is one annoyance, it is the first person point of view, with Katniss narrating. While this helps Katniss draw sympathy from the reader, it detracts from the overall effects of the story, and the resolution also becomes a bit anti-climatic. Also, her moving back and forth in her narration kills some of the suspense in a present day scene. She also has distracting and overly long inner-monologue about Peeta and her friend that seems to be ""shoved"" in the reader's face. Had the author chosen a third-person narrator describing the action, it would have been more effective.<br/><br/>Collins' novel is a commentary about the harshness of exploitation, the overindulgence of real-life as entertainment. Moralistically, we should be upset and disgusted by a society so rigid, harsh and backwards. This is a book surely to bring about discussion, and it is best to reflect on the bigger picture of the book, its underlying message, rather than seeing it at face value.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RA6V1SNMTE1K4?ASIN=0439023521	Brutal, but Well Done	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A friend of mine suggested this title to me, knowing I'd like it.  I have a great fondness for dystopian novels, whether they be science fiction, alternate history, or, as this one is, an imagined future.  And I do like it.  A lot.  As a member of this genre, it is an exemplar.<br/><br/>In this novel, we have a future North America, where civilization as we know it has been wiped out in the distant past by some sort of cataclysm.  All that survives is the Capitol, where people live in safety and luxury, and 12 outlying districts, where people are treated harshly and serve the Capitol.  Once, the districts rebelled against the Capitol, but they were soundly defeated (and district 13 was destroyed).  In punishment, every year, each district has to send two teenagers, one boy and one girl, to the Capitol to compete in the Hunger Games, where these 24 kids fight to the death until only one is left standing.  Our protagonist, Katniss Everdeen, is selected to represent district 12.<br/><br/>Like many novels of this type, it has some problems to overcome.  First, it has to compete with stories that have come before.  Elements of 1984, The Giver, Lord of the Flies, and Shirley Jackson's ""The Lottery"" leap off the page.  Additionally, given the style of storytelling, the point of view, and the forthcoming sequel, there is the fact that we essentially know how the story has to end.  It is not that our heroine is going to survive that is the issue, but how she is going to do it that matters.<br/><br/>Fortunately, Ms. Collins does an excellent job of getting us from beginning to end.  She creates a fascinating world that we get to know only gradually with elements we recognize contrasted with excellent ideas of her own invention.  Her characters are strong.  Katniss, the main character, is wonderful--strong and clever but sometimes clueless and irritating--and she is surrounded by a strong supporting cast.  Her prose is tight and keeps things moving forward rapidly.  And, to her especial credit given the inevitability of the ending, she twists the knife a little bit with some surprises and leads nicely into her follow-up novel due later this year.<br/><br/>Overall, I was very pleased with the book.  If I felt the book had been directed at me, I would probably have felt even better about it, despite its weaknesses.  But it is clearly meant to be a young adult novel.  Now, I believe that any good novel for young adults should be readable with equal pleasure by adults, and this novel certainly qualifies in that regard; however, I found myself disturbed by the fact that kids would be reading this.  Not that I think they shouldn't read it.  Once a kid reaches a certain level of maturity, I think the world of books should be wide open.  I was just saddened by the reality that such out and out brutality and sexuality that is found in this novel is considered normal fare for teenagers these days.  I read some pretty harsh things as a kid (and brutality comes in a lot of forms), but this felt different to me.  Maybe because the tough things I read were novels meant for ""adults"" and this book is not.<br/><br/>Still, a good novel is a good novel and this is a good one.  I may hope my kids hold off reading it until they are well into their teenage years, but at least I'll be ready to talk to them about it if they ever decide to read it.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTKTYUISO3X8Y?ASIN=0439023521	Entertaining, Not Enough Substance	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It took until the second chapter for me to get into this book. But, after that, I was hooked until the end.<br/><br/>However, I see this book more as fluff - entertaining, but lacking in much substance. I found Ender's Game to be far superior, and other reviewers have commented on the similarities to Battle Royale and Running Man, among others (I have not experienced either of these, so I can't speak to the originality of the plot).<br/><br/>I thought the writing and characterization were Suzanne's strengths in this book. And, I would probably read the next book in the series when it comes out because the ending of this one was so unsatisfactory.<br/><br/>Setting: Dystopian America in far-future. There are some class differences between districts that provide some conflict, although it is not really explained much. There is not much unique here (yet), but I don't yet really have an understanding of why things are the way they are, so it may get better. I didn't feel like I was drawn into the story world. I was reading ""outside"" of it the entire time.<br/><br/>Plot: Kids have to kill other kids in order to keep people from rebelling. Seems like a strange reason to me. If my child were picked, that is one reason why I would rebel. And why couldn't the spunky protagonist rebel? There is also some love interest stuff going on that integrates in the story line, but nothing much else. Of course, I wouldn't expect much more from a YA book.<br/><br/>Conflict: A lot of the potential conflict is killed by the deus ex machina ""gift"" devices. Although, I thought it worked well for the bread after Kat's scene with Rue. I also did not like the undead monsters at the end. They seemed to come out of nowhere and to kill the tension around having to fight the other kid. I was also disappointed that the game was so un-pressuring. The only real forcing together was the fire. If I were in charge, I would have forced them together every day around prime time viewing. The love triangle conflict is working pretty well for me though.<br/><br/>Characters: Again, a strength of the author. I liked Katniss' wry voice (although she seemed to act much younger than 16 most of the time). I loved Rue and Peeta. I would much rather have had the story from their perspective, actually (but, then, maybe I wouldn't like them quite so much). I also really liked the designer, Cinna. I'm hoping he is in the next book.<br/><br/>Text: The first-person, present tense narrative is what threw me off for the first chapter: it is so overdone and ruins tension about the character potentially dying. There was no indication of why it was written this way, other than as a device to get in only Kat's head and to make it seem more present so she ""could"" potentially die. However, when I came back to it and started the second chapter, it didn't really bother me (a little bit here and there, but it didn't throw me out of the story). I thought the writing itself was well-done - very clear and descriptive.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SK2UIXMR8XFF?ASIN=0439023521	Angieville: THE HUNGER GAMES	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'd heard so much positive feedback on this one, that I went in with fairly high expectations. Fortunately, I was uninformed as to any particulars, so the entire premise was a surprise. All I knew was that it was dystopian. And that I liked the cover.<br/><br/>Katniss Everdeen lives in District 12--the furthest flung of the twelve districts of Panem--in what's left of North America. Every year the Capitol (the governing city of Panem) puts on the Hunger Games. The Games are a brutal reminder of the districts' failed rebellion. Each district is forced to offer up two of their youth as a tribute. Chosen by lottery, the 24 tributes are then forced to engage in a free-for-all battle to the death on live television. The victor wins fame, glory, and food and supplies for his or her district. This bloodbath is considered the height of entertainment in the Capitol. So far, so horrifying.<br/><br/>Sixteen-year-old Katniss is the sole provider for her family. With a mother barely able to go through the motions after her father died, and a younger sister who looks to her for everything, Katniss's days are consumed by hunting, trading, and bartering for their lives. Her one friend, a young man named Gale, leads a similar life and the two work as a team, eking out the bare essentials of existence for themselves and their families. Until the 74th Hunger Games roll around and Katniss's little sister is chosen for the tribute. Without a second thought, Katniss immediately volunteers to take her place. And just like that, the games are on. What I loved about this book was the grim world of Panem. Katniss's unenviable life goes from bleak to awful in the blink of an eye and the horror is never cut with cream. In fact, the creep factor only escalates with time and the whole thing ratchets up to a terrifying ending that I, for one, did not anticipate. Brava, Ms. Collins! Katniss herself grew on me until, by the end, I cared very much what happened to her and no longer blamed her so much for being quite so cold. Her situation is not (and never has been) conducive to warmth.<br/><br/>On a side note, this book reminded me quite a bit of <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Graceling/dp/015206396X"">Graceling</a> by Kristin Cashore. Both have heroines with Kat names. Katniss and Katsa. Both girls are forced to kill to stay alive. Both are manipulated and lied to on a regular basis and, unsurprisingly, have difficulty sorting out their emotions and figuring out who to trust. Both of them find the possibility of eventual happiness an unlikely prospect at best. Both books built up to rather killer endings and, most frustratingly of all, both are the first books in a trilogy. I'm seriously going to have to go find myself a series entirely in print to help pass the time. I am always waiting for sequels...</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39H6XG62G3QZY?ASIN=0439023521	Interesting main character, plot moves at a brisk pace, well done	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The basic plotline here has been done before.  There is a staged contest with people from different backgrounds being thrown into some type of 'arena' to fight each other to the death.  From way before 'Star Trek' to 'Thunderdome,' to 'The Condemned,' it's been done.<br/><br/>The questions is - how does the author make us care about who wins?  In TV and the movies, they do this with fancy fighting and lots of blood.  This appeals to the baser instincts.  Writers have to do it with descriptions of tension and ingenuity  - and by developing characters with whom the reader can relate.<br/><br/>These are the strengths of Hunger Games.  The author establishes a character, Katniss, who has serious survival skills (and a teenagers attitude).  Instead of making her a 'warrior princess,'  Katniss' skills developed organically, as a response to family tragedy and the need for a teenage girl to become the provider for her fatherless family.<br/><br/>Katniss volunteers for the Games when her sister is chosen to go, knowing full well that this is virtually suicide.  The author lays out the political landscape of this new world, and explains how these 'games' are a significant part of it.  2 Young people from each of 12 districts are chosen by lot to 'compete.'  They fight until only one is left alive, and the 'winner' is handsomely rewarded.<br/><br/>The other contestant from Katniss' district is Peeta, the son of a baker, and although strong and smart, totally lacking in combat skills.<br/><br/>We follow Katniss through the Games.  It is through her eyes that we see the tension and fear of being hunted, and it is through her eyes that we see the ingenuity of being the hunter.  It is also through her eyes that we see her own growth.  She is, after all, a teenage girl, and she is not only struggling with life and death, she is also struggling with her own impending adulthood, and the development of her own emotional relationships.  I would go into more depth, but I don't want to spoil one of the more interesting parts of the book.<br/><br/>The author moves the plot at a brisk pace.  The book is 374 pages, but it flows well and really does not feel like a 'long read.'  At the end, there is a very terse note that states: ""END OF BOOK ONE.""<br/><br/>I look forward to the next book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HUS5HQ70EUM3?ASIN=0439023521	Richie's Picks: THE HUNGER GAMES	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">""Just as the town clock strikes two, the mayor steps up to the podium and begins to read. It's the same story every year. He tells of the history of Panem, the country that rose up out of the ashes of a place that was once called North America. He lists the disasters, the droughts, the storms, the fires, the encroaching seas that swallowed up so much of the land, the brutal war for what little sustenance remained. The result was Panem, a shining Capitol ringed by thirteen districts, which brought peace and prosperity to its citizens. Then came the Dark Days, the uprising of the districts against the Capitol. Twelve were defeated, the thirteenth obliterated. The Treaty of Treason gave us the new laws to guarantee peace and, as our yearly reminder that the Dark Days must never be repeated, it gave us the Hunger Games.<br/>""The rules of the Hunger Games are simple. In punishment for the uprising, each of the twelve districts must provide one girl and one boy, called tributes, to participate. The twenty-four tributes will be imprisoned in a vast outdoor arena that could hold anything from a burning desert to a frozen wasteland. Over a period of several weeks, the competitors must fight-to-the-death. The last tribute standing wins.""<br/><br/>I've just spent an entire day reading the four-hundred-plus pages of Suzanne Collins' THE HUNGER GAMES and rooting for sixteen-year-old female narrator Katniss Everdeen to succeed in the goal of systematically terminating the lives of the twenty-three other teen characters who have been chosen by lot (or have volunteered) to be this year's Hunger Games participants.<br/><br/>What does this say about me as a reader and about today's world in general?<br/><br/>Over many millennia it has somehow become natural and/or expected that humans will root for the home team, whether it is the middle school girls' volleyball team, the high school debate club, the region's professional sports franchise, or the nation at war (Right or wrong, love it or leave it.) It seems so natural, so bred into us that we tend to feel more comfortable supporting those with whom we feel more familiar rather than those who are unknown and ""different."" (Is this not inherently the root cause of racism, ageism, sexism, ethnocentrism, and fear of those who have different sexual orientations or those who are differently-abled?)<br/><br/>""You don't forget the face of the person who was your last hope.""<br/><br/>It speaks to the effectiveness of Suzanne Collins' storytelling in THE HUNGER GAMES -- the first book in a trilogy -- that when provided a bit of Katniss Everdeen's background, I found myself so quickly and thoroughly invested in her life-and-death struggle. But it is certainly discomforting to put down the book and recognize my enthusiasm for a story in which this resourceful, good-hearted young woman must become inhuman and intent upon annihilating other, equally-innocent adolescent characters who have similarly left behind parents, friends, siblings, and pets.<br/><br/>Is it possible to be both good-hearted and a killer? How much (or little) does it take to peel away the veneer that makes us human?<br/><br/>In a letter accompanying the Advance Reader's Copy, the author speaks of her own childhood reading of the story of Theseus and how, ""Even as a third grader, I could appreciate the ruthlessness of this message. 'Mess with us and we'll do something worse than kill you. We'll kill your children.'""<br/><br/>It sure seems to be a cold and brutal world in which these twenty-four young participants have been brought up. I expect that the subsequent volumes in the trilogy will delve more deeply into the workings of The Capitol. It surely seems to be a place from which Katniss and her community are quite isolated -- in the same manner that so many of us feel so little connection with (and contempt for) our own government, its logic, and its actions and high-handed policies.<br/><br/>""I know I'll never marry, never risk bringing a child into the world.""<br/><br/>THE HUNGER GAMES succeeded wildly in keeping me reading -- and caring. In fact, I very much cared about the events here despite having never watched or cared about the reality shows on television that Collins also cites in her letter as an inspiration for this story.<br/><br/>For adolescents whose lives frequently feel like they are subjected daily to the law of the survival of the fittest, this will be a story they will embrace with unbridled enthusiasm.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QF7Q1FBXYIZB?ASIN=0439023521	If You Are Hungry For A Good Book To Read, This One Will Satisfy Your Craving!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins' The Hunger Games is set in a futuristic North America where all that we know has been destroyed. North America has been divided into 13 Divisions and the Capitol. The Divisions are numbered 1 thru 13. All of the divisions provide a service or product for the Capitol. The Divisions are more like a feudal system reminiscent of the Middle Ages. Every year the Hunger Games are held to basically show the Divisions that they are dependent on the Capitol and not to question or challenge it or else they will end up being destroyed like District 13.<br/><br/>The story is based around a girl in Division 12, Katness. Her father was killed years ago in a mining explosion and she has been providing for her little family ever since, by breaking the law and hunting, gathering, and such. Every year there is a drawing where children between the ages of 12 and 18 have their names entered for the Hunger Games and a male and female is drawn. At the drawing, Katness' younger sister's name is drawn. Katness does the ultimate sacrifice by taking her sisters place. At the same time, the local baker's son, Peeta, is chosen as the male draftee. Both Katness and Peeta have a history since her father's death.<br/><br/>The story proceeds to go through all the hoopla of getting cleaned up, all the media, and such that Katness and Peeta have to go through to get sponsors before the Hunger Games actually begins. From there, 24 people are put together in an elaborate area and have to kill each other. The last person standing is the victor of the Hunger Games.<br/><br/>The characters are developed really well, there is a good story, and everything flows along well. I did enjoy reading the book. It is a topic that has been used in many stories and movies, but I have to say that the way it was portrayed here has great appeal. It is heart wrenching what the people have to do to survive in District 12. It's even worse when you learn that per the Capitol, children have to be selected to die in a yearly competition. And it is just so the Capitol can maintain the feudal system that keeps the residence full, lazy, and useless and the people of the Districts nearly starving to death. This is a definite read.<br/><br/>Shawn Kovacich<br/>Martial Artist/Author of the Achieving Kicking Excellence series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MVC3X8DN4PHS?ASIN=0439023521	Haunting and Complex -- A New Series by Collins	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As a longtime fan of ""Gregor the Overlander,"" I was very excited to review an advance copy of the newest work by Suzanne Collins.  The premise of this novel--a reality television show where adolescent contestants fight for their lives in a horrifying version of ""Survivor""--is one that I have previously seen addressed in Andrea White's novel, <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Surviving-Antarctica-Reality-TV-2083/dp/0060554568"">Surviving Antarctica: Reality TV 2083</a> But Collins also draws upon classic elements of science fiction, horror, and mythology--Shirley Jackson's ""The Lottery,"" Frederic Brown's ""Arena,"" and even the Theseus legend, in which Athenian tributes are sent to Crete for sacrifice to the Minotaur.  Blending these themes together in a story which is still uniquely her own, Collins creates a cruel, futuristic world where twelve subjugated Districts are kept on the edge of starvation by a ruling society known as ""The Capitol.""  As punishment for an earlier revolt which failed, the Districts are commanded to select by lottery two tributes each year between the ages of twelve and eighteen to participate in The Hunger Games, televised live and mandatory viewing for the entire population.<br/><br/>Katniss Everdeen from District 12 expects to die when she volunteers herself as a tribute to save her beloved younger sister, and yet she does not plan to go down without a fight.  Her fellow tribute from District 12, Peeta Mellark, is a boy she barely knows, but to whom she owes a debt for a long-ago act of kindness.  Katniss has no desire to kill anyone, and certainly not him--but there can only be one winner in The Hunger Games, the sole survivor among 24 desperate teens.  The only advantage Katniss brings to the game is her skill at hunting, honed through years of poaching food for her mother and sister.  Her only lifeline during the game is District 12's single previous winner, a drunken, broken-down wreck of a man who is supposed to provide her with valuable advice and assistance.  Many of the other tributes in the game are as frightened and unwilling as she is, but some are ""Career Tributes,"" large and brutish teens who have spent their entire adolescence training for this opportunity at glory and riches.  Hope may lie in an alliance with Peeta or some other tribute, but how far can she trust a person who needs her to die in order to survive?  None of them know what to expect when they enter the Arena, but since the Hunger Game is, after all, meant as a punishment by a society which has de-valued their lives to the point of televising their murders, it can be assumed that the Game will be frequently unfair and always cruel.<br/><br/>A haunting novel of bravery, loyalty, and the horrifying potential of humanity to turn other people's agony into popular entertainment, The Hunger Games is the first in a new series of speculative fiction that promises to be compelling and addictive.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R45ZKUCA9DR3U?ASIN=0439023521	Instant Favorite!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I read the plot to this book, it didn't sound like anything I would be interested in reading.........Boy was I wrong!!!!!  I couldn't put this book down and actually read through the whole thing in 2 days.  I had no idea what was coming next and couldn't wait to find out.  I will read this book again and again.  It's crazy awesome!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RX5BO09EEYWRW?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">love it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26QXWGW70X3KH?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPTN35D71F4M0?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R155PVHL0KJURI?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWW1X4G5573X0?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A winner</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGJYKB2NZRKPL?ASIN=0439023521	Read all 3 in the series in about a month, could not put them down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read all 3 in the series in about a month, could not put them down</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZISOSKROLCH5?ASIN=0439023521	Enjoyed the audio book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">skipped in a few places but all and all a good purchase. Thank you</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R366JJVVBRWLK7?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book during a cross country flight and I could not put it down.<br/>When the plane landed, I was not quite finished and did not want to leave my seat.<br/>Flying JetBlue so I had plenty of opportunity for distraction but did not matter as I was enthralled with the book.<br/><br/>Can not wait to read the remaining trilogy.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YVUM8ZG6H3LK?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fantastic Read!!!<br/>Cant put it down! I read on my Kindle Fire</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MR8YA60C2UX5?ASIN=0439023521	Great read!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Husband loves this series of books.  Great read for young to old.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2AMH4HXF2IQBY?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very good read! Can't wait to read the other books in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HDEHO9P8HVZN?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Easy reading, characters fairly well developed, held my interest.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDT6TYWFUSUSU?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Not as good as I was expecting, but still gonna get the 2nd book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37F6OI5WN99Y2?ASIN=0439023521	great for grade school book discussion	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book covering serious subject matter in an engaging manner.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NKBPVSPBLT6N?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Though it was written for teenagers I found it very entertaining.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3REMVIUFCYAOF?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it! A saga well thought, amazing story. Highly recommended!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3U1RWPEKU41BH?ASIN=0439023521	LOVE IT	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love the whole series...my 13yr old son is on the second one!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SW8BFSY041KX?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger game trilogy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is one of the most fascinating stories I have ever read. The author kept you wanting for more and delivered. It takes you in what could possibly happen in the future. How she came up with this story line I don't know. As soon as you finish the first novel you just have to start into the next. Great read for teens or adults.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLGDOFBGWI3JZ?ASIN=0439023521	Wow...a page turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have heard so much about The Hunger Games so I caved in as I needed a fast moving book.<br/>Love the whole concept of the world she created and the interaction of the characters. Reminds me of Harry Potter or Twighlight Saga. Really it's for adults as well as the younger readers. A good read that you won't want to put down...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KD68VJUZVS20?ASIN=0439023521	Survivor on Steroids	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great story writing is creating tension and Collins certainly delivers on this. Personally I am not a lover of sci fi but in this case it works well without being overkill.<br/><br/>What really works is the story beneath the story. I hope that is not lost on the teenage audience.<br/><br/>A good book and well worth the read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JD8S9Z3P1Q8S?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Absolutely brilliant! Couldn't put it down... Suzanne Collins has a knack of holding you in suspense at the end of each chapter. I found myself reading it during breaks, waiting for appointemnets...anywhere! It was a bonus buying it through Kindle so I could readit on my iPad and phone! I read the trilogy in 2 weeks...get on it!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22F5B012TTMDA?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is an amazing book and I revonend it to all my friends</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7HBWOGIYJQ66?ASIN=0439023521	I bought it for my daughter. She loves the ...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I  bought  it  for  my daughter.  She loves  the  whole  series.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUYKVJM3IXPFY?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've read the book twice and had no  problems with the purchase.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1I8MJ57A53GN9?ASIN=0439023521	got sucked in loved 1 and 3	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">was sceptical at first.  got sucked in  loved 1 and 3.  2 was ok</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R82S5KYPL0TOJ?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Outstanding, well written series. Reads well with movie version.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NMY2A6YYHLDK?ASIN=0439023521	A Must Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love this book. The best Hunger Games book to date. A must Read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3K22YB01DEDTM?ASIN=0439023521	great customer service	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Item delivered on time, was as described, great customer service</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2U3Z0QEVUVT8Q?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Easy read. Suspenseful. Has me wanting to see what happens next!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3ITO27ELBAVJ3?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book, keeps you in the action pretty much the entire time.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWQ36F34F7FOK?ASIN=0439023521	Read late into the night	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I originally read the description of the book, I felt like this would not be a book for me.  I don't like to read about voilence; but all of the reviews, made me decide to give it a try.  I could not put this book down and read until 2:30 a.m. last night.  Plan on starting the second book as soon as possible.  Great book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMS15KLBWNOM?ASIN=0439023521	Exciting but some plot holes	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is set in America's future. A civil war has resulted in a new nation, Panem, lorded over by the Capitol. To remind the districts of their defeat in the war, the Capitol has devised the Hunger Games, to which every district must send one male and one female contestant between the ages of 12 and 18. These contestants fight each other to the death. The victor wins lifelong rewards for him- or herself, and a yearlong bounty of food for his or her district.<br/><br/>District 12 is a poor part of Panem, in the coal-mining hills of Apalachia. A girl named Katniss and the baker's son, Peeta, represent their district, which has only produced two winners in the 74-year history of the game. While Peeta has been chosen by lottery, Katniss volunteers when her younger sister's name is drawn. Love gets Katniss into the games. Will love also get her out alive? That's the  question at the heart of The Hunger Games.<br/><br/>Despite the gruesome nature of the story's premise, the violence in the book is not overdone. But it is gruesome enough to make you question a culture which thrives on violence as entertainment. The holes were as follows: I wondered why, though the Lords of Panem are all powerful, why was their no rebellion attempt or at least screams of horror by the parents? Even if it meant death for them I doubt most parents would stand idly by as their children were rounded up and marched to their likely death in the games. Secondly it seems like the emotions expressed in the book are cinematic, meant for drama and lack subtle realism. It is captivating, but this very much felt like mass market fiction. There was entertainment to be sure, but no real depth.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YZ4D0VP9BJTV?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved reading this book. It keeps you sucked in all throughout.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Z0WG2X0CG2N7?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A great book! You will not be able to put the book down ever!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RXY38NEPTT3C?ASIN=0439023521	They did like it very much	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought the book for someone else. They did like it very much.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROVXBR5SUUUDU?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book! Once you start reading it it's hard to put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1AA2AUR8KOF7A?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Of Course this book is great! What am I supposed to say here???</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGNLWVGQKMR2P?ASIN=0439023521	... what I was looking for and delivery time was excellent!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Exactly what I was looking for and delivery time was excellent!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14YRSGA6HASSL?ASIN=0439023521	surprisingly good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm not a big fantasy buff, but this book got such a big reaction at the school library where I volunteer that I felt I had to read it.  It's compelling and well written. Appeals to both boys and girls.  i didn't love it enough to want to read the sequel - but I can certainly understand why we can't keep it on the shelf!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFMM1344HM1UN?ASIN=0439023521	Could NOT put it down!  My friends threatened to have my Kindle surgically removed from my hand.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Are you kidding me?!  It was an awesome read.  I read the first through the Prime lending library and then bought the trilogy just so i could have it in my collection.  My husband was evening coming home from Afghanistan on Christmas Eve and it allowed me something to focus on while waiting...now THAT is a great series!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3Y5JIHDMTNYZ?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">BEST BOOK EVER!!!!!!!!!!!<br/>Super awesome book.A must read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2F2UXR7VYXFZL?ASIN=0439023521	Would recommend	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great story and well written plot. Definitely would recommend.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUKGHKUT3OB7T?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So enjoyed the entire trilogy but the first book hooked me in.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LIGKJ1ERMSBH?ASIN=0439023521	Not bad, enjoyable read. A beach book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well done but I have not been interested in reading the others</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2O0014DE6JJ9T?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm completely in love with this whole series amazing books!!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RY83WXSJ310C1?ASIN=0439023521	Good Read Well written	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent Book,Just hope our society never gets to that point.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RARRVX1ZZ4UT8?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Nothing beats the first one, from beginning to end team Peeta!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SRQDUI4V8HSA?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great b o o k. Can't wait to start the next. . . . . . . . . .</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2V92HUTQ8ZTKL?ASIN=0439023521	An Absolutely Cut-Throat Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">""The Hunger Games"" by Suzanne Collins was introduced to me by my coworkers who raved about the series. Intrigued, I decided to buy the book collection (which saved me money) and seriously read ""The Hunger Games"" (THG) in roughly 26hrs. By now, everyone should know what the premise of the book is, so I'll skip that detail. However, I will say that Collins knows how to keep her audience on the edge of their seat. She knows how to scare her readers, similar to Stephen King, but obviously not in the same gruesome/horrifying way. Remember, this IS a YA novel so it's more toned down than any King read.<br/><br/>The back story about the Games is very interesting and had me turning the pages to find out more. And before I knew it, they were in the arena, fighting and killing each other and sooner than I realized, I was finished with the book.  There is a small love triangle between the protagonist and two males. The love triangle aspect was a nice touch between all the ruthless fighting going on around them. Nonetheless, THG isn't centered around the love triangle. It's more about the arena and staying alive. That is what I mostly loved about the first installment.<br/><br/> My only criticism is the poor proof reading Collins did before selling the books. There are a lot of spelling errors throughout the book. This kind of threw me off and I would have to re-read that certain paragraph or sentence over again. But do not let small errors like that deter you from reading! This is an AWESOME book series and I recommend everyone read them before the movie comes out. Hopefully they don't botch it.<br/><br/>Enjoy!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RO5DF4JSM7MBG?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i loved this book second best book I've ever read i would give this book a 4 &amp; a half. if you liked the hunger games series i would DEFINITELY recommend  the witch and wizard series i would give those books a five star rating if you like action suspense murder and romance i would definitely recommend this series</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21ZKETXD7713E?ASIN=0439023521	Addictively wonderful!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So addictive once I finished this book i bough the two sequels.  Thank goodness I was able to download them all anytime I wanted because I finished both the first and the second book at 2 in the morning.  Barnes and Noble was closed then! and you can't beat the price, Cheap and fantastic.  A definite purchase!!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YHIO2H1UAWQJ?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">on the edge of your seat waiting for the next thing to happen</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RD5JJXGDHIA6?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it! This book really got me interested with the series!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KSPK1LJQIQ8B?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book, well written. Can't wait to start Catching  Fire.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1AIWQ8PJYR5TZ?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good book read it in one day. Had to hurry and buy the series</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YZM4EKAFSTOK?ASIN=0439023521	Wow!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My first time to read anything in this genre, and I LOVED it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16TBKHTZKWKZN?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I very much enjoyed the story line and found it easy to read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2W6MRZHQD1X23?ASIN=0439023521	Started reading at 2am stayed up until 8am	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had tried to start the hunger games a few times and each time I disliked the writing style and got bored. Luckily, I made a third attempt due to the popularity of the book.<br/><br/>I teared up on multiple occasions and frankly believe this book epitomizes the perfect mix of character and plot driven story telling.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2POROMYEFQWU1?ASIN=0439023521	Epic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was hesitant at first about reading this series, but once I started I seriously could not stop. The first book sucks you in and leaves you wanting more with each page. The storyline is incredible, daring, and epic. Although the title stands for the games, this book ultimately leaves you hungry for more.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LY4NARQLPD2C?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely LOVED this book!  I am an adult who teaches middle school reading, and I love reading young adult literature.  I was SO irritated with myself for not bringing Catching Fire with me on the long car trip when I finished The Hunger Games!  I was on the edge of my seat!  This book is incredible!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MQ4JLQPTP3HA?ASIN=0439023521	I enjoyed reading this series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm usually not a big reader. I enjoyed reading this series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R203K9IRQEHA29?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very good novel. Provided a lot more insight than the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RA0MA3G2QFWHX?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What an incredible book. Head and shoulders above the movie.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YK5PTJUVZ6CW?ASIN=0439023521	Love the book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love this trilogy and I've read these books 5 times already!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11GLK1PDQL4CU?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Enjoyed it more than the movie. I'm reading the 2nd book now</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JA411MA7JC3?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read! Love the series and like having it in my Kindle!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17XEZKSSIFF4C?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good book, could picture the characters thanks to the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1L3CT4DWC0J83?ASIN=0439023521	Could not put it down...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not put this book down.  In fact, I purchased the next two in the series before I had finished it!<br/><br/>I was totally amazed.  This is not the genre that I usually enjoy, but I was spellbound by the story line and caught up in the fast paced action.<br/><br/>Definitely not just for teens!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JJ34OFPHUIG?ASIN=0439023521	This book rips off another novel	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins should apologize and thank Koushun Takami for making money off his concept. Hunger Games is a blatant rip off conceptually of Koushun Takami's Battle Royale. Case in point: 1)Teenagers forced to fight to the death. 2)The government has almost the exact same motives for having the games, and 3)guy and girl survivor. There are also lots of other little things that are very similar. most of the differences in story telling are simply cultural, Japanese vs western. The only major differences are how the kids are kept in game area, sponsors, and how kids are choosen.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMYRTGQERLPIS?ASIN=0439023521	Compelling read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The story is well written and moves the reader along quickly. If the subject wasn't so gruesome I would recommend it more highly. The main character, a young girl, is put into horrific situations at the whim of a power hungry, disconnected government and I felt for her and the decisions she had to make.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34Y75C3B75W66?ASIN=0439023521	read it in 1 day	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love dystopian science fiction, and this book is where it's at. I read it all in about 4 hours. The book was so gripping that I could not put it down! The protagonist is a surly 16 year old girl, fighting to better her family both figuratively and literally. I have rarely enjoyed a character so much.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZZTIX5PMDHO8?ASIN=0439023521	Super Awesome book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the story, it was so entertaining!! you should really read this, even if youve seen the movie, i had to read it before watching the movie and i was a little disappointed at the movie but no surprise there since books are always better! Now im reading catching fire and then ill watch the movie</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22PQ51W3J8TYG?ASIN=0439023521	Fast, engaging, satisfying!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was really good! I can't wait to read the rest of the series. Written young-adult style, with a fast-paced style that leaps disarmingly from plot point to plot point with little time for elaboration. The ending is not too satisfying but is carefully crafted for a generation that expects sequels.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31NPV8JJ6W731?ASIN=0439023521	... at full price for daughter as a gift she loved them!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">bought at full price for daughter as a gift she loved them!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1U7SEGVXKDNT8?ASIN=0439023521	Not original	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Not an original idea--see previous work of Robert Sheckley.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTCBPIUDBMA4J?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Could only put it down long enough to go to books 2 and 3 !</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VSFG87M47V5R?ASIN=0439023521	Great story. Couldn't wait for the next one	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great story.  Couldn't wait for the next one, or the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ML5MGDMSG2CE?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a perfect book for me. Used but in a good condition.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RINY5AMOGZ318?ASIN=0439023521	not for children	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is a page turner!!! I couldn't put it down. Make sure you have several hours free when you start this book because you wont be able to put it down. My only negative thing is this book is not for children. There is quite a bit of violence among children with them killing each other etc.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LG2HAZSUW73K?ASIN=0439023521	One of my top 5 favorite books!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I want to thank Suzanne Collins for taking time out of her life to write this amazing book (series). I couldn't put the book down. It made me really think about life and how we have our own Hunger Games in our own societies.<br/><br/>I recommend this book to anyone that wants a book they can't put down!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GXOREM1D4JK8?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPPOVXA9L20EQ?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RC1SC5SNNNUB0?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a fabulous book from start to finish.  I immediately got online to see when the next book comes out.  I wish I didn't have to wait.  This was my book pick for the book club I am in and everyone in my club thought it was fabulous as well.  All positive feed back there too.  Great book!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZQOJ3N4LRZQH?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing!!! I read all three in 5 days.  Love the series!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1R02F31608JTP?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hard to put down. My 11 year old son and I read it togethe</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R158PBQRQNRBBG?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read this book in less than 24 hours what more can you say</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CL3EPLM7D5OL?ASIN=0439023521	Really fun book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I truly enjoyed this book. I've never read a book so fast!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LPZYGW428CDR?ASIN=0439023521	Don't miss this	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing story, and a stark look at our society and values.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NV5O91GCU7P5?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent way to build characters for the first adventure	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent way to build characters for the first adventure.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RH9LJF4BQFSG7?ASIN=0439023521	wonderful read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved this trilogy, also loved it in the convenient EForm.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IDD9GN810QFX?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">great movie. enjoyed the movie more since I read the books</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCBK6N2WQU0AX?ASIN=0439023521	I love it.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Futuristic. Full of action. Keeps reader awake. I love it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RK4A0S5VW70J2?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved all the books. Couldn't lay my Kindle down for long.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YHWHETLUPSYS?ASIN=0439023521	Upon reading this book a second time...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne  Collins' book The Hunger Games, book one of the Hunger Games Trilogy,  is a story of high adventure, violence, suspense, and terror, set in a post-apocalyptic world where children are the pawns in a televised game of Survivor. And it literally is ""survivor"" because the only way to eliminate a competitor is to kill him or her.<br/>Katniss and her teammate Peeta are selected by lottery to represent their home area. Katniss' little sister is actually chosen but Katniss arranges to compete in her place. This is the first indication we have of her altruism that carries her through the entire story.<br/>The action is fierce, the violence is brutal. This book doesn't have romance or sex. There is a forced romance to attract the television audience, but with little more than chaste kisses. These are children who are warriors and ferocious rivals. Katniss knows how to shoot a rabbit through the eye with a bow and arrow, gut it and eat it raw, but has qualms about killing another child until she has to do so to survive. There is a twist about three fourths of the way through the book that changes the rules but not necessarily the outcome.<br/>This book is listed YA but it is not for the young teenager. Older teens and adults will enjoy this book and the series. Note that it will not be sufficient to read only the first book as it is volume 1 of a trilogy and does not stand alone in the sense that the reader knows how the story actually ends. I highly recommend The Hunger Games.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RX6GQYRETMAZX?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is totally awesome. Though the first chapter drowns on a little bit, it definitely picks up your interest after a few pages. A lot of my friends read it and did book reports on it and they loved it. One boy I know was reading it in class all period one day and he very rarely reads!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RY0BJ6GBI6QK1?ASIN=0439023521	"Girl must depend on boy and pretend to love him in order to win - can you spell ""sexism""?"	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After hearing rave reviews from my daughter (14) and friends, I thought I should check it out.<br/><br/>What a waste. In this setting, the author had the opportunity to crrate a strong, independent young woman. Instead, we are presented by a selfish and surly 16 year old girl (like that is anything new) whose only redeeming quality is that she volunteers to take her younger sister's place in the Games.<br/><br/>Spoiler alert<br/><br/>Fast forward to the Games themselves. Our heroine is so self involved that she does not recognize a profession of love when she hears it. Further, throughout the book, Katniss despises the Capital and the Games, yet when she has a chance to make a difference, she simply does as she is told. Act like you love him, too. So she does, never considering how Peeta actually feels. Put on a show for the audience. So she does. Your life is in danger - some in the Capital think you have been disrespectful to their tyranny, so snuggle up against Peeta and look lovey-dovey. And guess what? She does.<br/><br/>Our heroine is anything but heroic. The author had a chance to create a role model. Instead we are left with a broken-hearted hero and a (giving her the ultimate benefit of the doubt) conflicted girl.<br/><br/>Finally, the ending .... Instead of ""end of book one,"" the author should have been more honest and written, ""get ready to pony up more dough for the next installment."" I don't mind a sequel; I just don't like paying for a whole book and getting half of a story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2THZI874EAD1A?ASIN=0439023521	Better than other series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read both Harry Potter and the Twilight series. The Twilight series was very tween to me and the Harry Potter series was pretty good when I was younger. This book is nothing like those two. It's definitely better. If you watched the movie and you liked it, you'll like the book much more!</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3W2TR2OTA4601?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fast shipping since my son needed for school read project</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34VP6ALMEUOJ7?ASIN=0439023521	Good series.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What's to say that already hasn't been said. Good series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KT2KVKESEYGD?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">wonderful book, well written.  I enjoyed the movies also.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27MHMAV1NF4P3?ASIN=0439023521	Love this series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Rereading it after watching the movies. Love this series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32B3XW96AOS4?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had heard about the trilogy and now I'm glad I read it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZF63MHQAC7KK?ASIN=0439023521	Go ahead and read it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Just as good as everybody says and better than the movie.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQSYTCF8WIOMK?ASIN=0439023521	Stop what your doing and read this book. This is an order	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">First book I obsessed over. Just no words to describe it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RYZRT71ITOGS?ASIN=0439023521	Finished the Trilogy in 2 Days!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I started reading the trilogy after a co-worker mentioned how good the books were. I started reading the Trilogy on a Friday night and was finished in two days. Suzanne Collins kept me wrapped in the story from the very beginning until the end.<br/><br/>Tiffany Berry - Author of Eternal Changes</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9518Z6FDDEL2?ASIN=0439023521	Will delight and terrify readers of any age	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Skillfully written, and unapologetically raw, Hunger Games is an astonishingly rich story which will delight, and terrify, readers of any age. Even if the story line does not immediately appeal to you, go ahead and read this just to enjoy the writing, and allow the story to pull you in.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NTR6ZWNWV4ZX?ASIN=0439023521	"It's like a ""game"""	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I just finished reading this book, if it wasn't easy to read, I guess I might not even finish this book.  First is that I think it put too much word to describe how ridicules the Capitol is, which on the countary, didn't help at all.  Because I can't see anything that describes the Capitol from the side, which made me feel this book is combined with two separate stories instead of one continued.  Just like a person tells you that his teacher is terrible, but you aren't in his class so there is no way you will confirm this.  Also the game part is too unreal, I was expecting to see how the person's inner thought changes  due to the pressure of the game, but just as I mentioned, it looks like a woman tried to wear makeup to show others that she is pretty.  Also when I was reading this book, ""Battle Royale"" keep coming up to my mind, which I think is more simple and straight forward, because I can get a picture of how weird the government is without the author telling me ""The government is weird"".</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RI0OGLW6NFW4R?ASIN=0439023521	AWESOME BOOK!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm glad i decided to go against the negative reviews and read this book. I absolutley LOVED IT!!! I was hooked from the beginning, i found it difficult to put it down and had to purchase all three books! I highly recommend this book you will instantly be sucked right into the pages!</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XQQWO0MGZYRF?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Another item where I didn't quite know what I was ordering.  I didn't know this was a young adult book but it turned out to be interesting though very simplistic in style.  For a YA book it caused a lot of thought and introspection into whether we are currently living in The Capitol.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20WT3X5E7CZR6?ASIN=0439023521	... not help but be pulled into this book so easily!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not help but be pulled into this book so easily!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27N0U6ADB4FSY?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie first but read the book for more detail.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R301FL56RN9VPU?ASIN=0439023521	good, especially I read this book after I saw ...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">good , especially I read this book after I saw the movie</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPV705FUMRHCH?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A fluent reading experience even for non-native readers.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28K4MJYAUOI78?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love this book. Good no matter how many times I read it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AGSUW2EXSFIG?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it! It was in great condition highly recommend it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1R99UCVOK1Y0W?ASIN=0439023521	A Must See!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent book &amp; movie. Very entertaining &amp; suspenseful.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHFNJS87VQLB0?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Could not out it down and had to immediately get sequel!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RVLPWEOFNF5U?ASIN=0439023521	k	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">k l kl'll kkkkkkok s s s ssssss s s s s s s s s s s s s.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BS03478WYQ5E?ASIN=0439023521	why i love the hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this is my favorite book of all time. if you buy it on the kindle its cheaper than buying it from the store.this book it sucks u in and then your adected. if you sa you hate the hunger games but you never read i would say dont judge a book buy its cover. praise for the hunger games</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBDJXCBPL02E?ASIN=0439023521	Good Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The story is compeling and makes for a page-turner.  This is not a story I've read a dozen times before.  Very fresh and new.  A little graphic in the fighting scenes for some tastes, but if you can read Stephen King and the like, you'll have no problem with this series of books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1P2GJICHET1NF?ASIN=0439023521	After reading, you're hungry for more!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't understand why it took me so long to read this book. Everytime I went to the bookstore, I walked right passed it. Never giving it any mind. And after reading it, I loved it and I had the hardest time putting it down. I'm excited to watch the movie and read the second book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZOZ0Y3ULXWV1?ASIN=0439023521	I want the sequel - NOW!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book. Highly recommend it. My daughter loves it because of the teenage aspect - I like the plot movement, characters and posed questions of what is the right thing to do without being preachy. Couldn't put it down and read it in one night. I want the sequel NOW! Pleeeaaasee?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UVTWER6DYOO5?ASIN=0439023521	Fabulous series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I haven't loved a series this much since Harry Potter.  It is gripping, fantastical, heart-wrenching, heart-warming, confusing, interesting, edgy, and above all really creative.  I've described it to a few friends as a dystopic version of the Twilight love triangle, and I think it is that but also so much more.  The writing is really well done, the characters fairly well-rounded in their abilities to express a range of human emotions, including the darker ones.<br/><br/>My significant other found the main character a little flaky and indecisive and I saw his point... until I thought about it and realized that's probably JUST how a teenage girl would act.  One easily forgets that you are reading about a teen girl, albeit one in extraordinary circumstances.  I found the story just realistic enough to make the scary parts scarier.<br/><br/>While this trilogy is obviously of a very different scope than the Harry Potter series, it is similar to me in the sheer amount of thought and creativity the author must have put into this alternate world, how it works, how it is described, and how it is believable.<br/><br/>This first book is my favorite of the three but I can't imagine stopping after this one!  It is both an easy read and a hard one: a fairly short book, the language is somewhat simple, but there is a lot to digest, and I really wanted to make it last.  I was sad to say goodbye when I closed the last book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2L8WHBWWGAKPE?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent! The reader was superb. My students love her.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2N90589E9JXE?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Marvellous. This concept is fascinating and terrifying!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VEL4UM56YGXO?ASIN=0439023521	Good book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well written. I enjoyed the book better than the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R391WPJJIAMYBO?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fantastic read.  A must read prior to seeing the movie.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1798W5D2Z2DEZ?ASIN=0439023521	good plot, great twist at the end	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Enthralling reading, good plot, great twist at the end.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3D8STDK3U3IBG?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it! Have already read it twice	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it!  Have already read it twice!  Very good read!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HNREZZOFVFAR?ASIN=0439023521	Good Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved how everything was put into place with the action</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NV5YV03WX9XF?ASIN=0439023521	awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">katniss is awesome and so is the rest of the people she is caring and becomes to understand stuff better like how she begins to like buttercup.and she is caring because she stood up for primrose becauz she loves her I SO DISAGREE WITH PANDASWEATSHIRT that katniss is not caring</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LAMX19QSIDWD?ASIN=0439023521	Lives up to the hype!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I almost purchased this book dozens of times and then passed it by for something else. Well, I will never make that mistake again!! I will be reading anything Suzanne Collins writes from now on. The entire series was wonderful and just got better with each book!!! Loved it!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BZHSMK2FN9DF?ASIN=0439023521	I cried	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Im a reader..i read when im bored...when im angry and sad. I havent found a book in a while that has made sit down and think. Im not going to explain the plot or the characters but i can honestly say that this is my favorite book. I was on the edge of my seat the entire time.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZC1LRJEDG1XA?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great read. It is a fast paced, thrill ride. I work at at a high school and a lot of the students have read the book and loved it. It has an appeal for all ages. Great plot, interesting characters and well written. You cannot ask for more in this genre of fiction.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3N4U6JRJ9ASY4?ASIN=0439023521	I LOVE LOVE LOVE this book! I would give it a million stars!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love the book and the trilogy. This is definitely one of the best books I have read or will ever read. Suzanne Collins is the BEST AUTHOR EVER!!! I recommend the book to all of my friends, and practically everyone I meet. Trust me, get this book, you will NOT regret it!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Z7TVZ2TCLJU?ASIN=0439023521	Whoa.. This book is amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I realize I am late jumping on the bandwagon here, but holy cow... this book is crazy good! I stayed up till 2am to finish it! The suspense is amazing!  I cannot wait to read The next in the series! I'm starting it today. I have a feeling it's gonna be another long night!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1T82X099AUOVG?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is amazing!  It will have you on the edge of your seat for the entire duration.  The sequel, Catching Fire, is also very good.  Make sure to read them in order.  In the Hunger Games, you learn much about where we are headed in the US.  It could be true one day.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4XOXBLHN8WF5?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">good book! Recommend it even though it is young adult.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27TIBJZIERG2G?ASIN=0439023521	Try it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's a great story-give it try, I wasn't disappointed.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26MAZBAJEQEFG?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well written with good character development and plot.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1J1X2LZUSAJSR?ASIN=0439023521	A classic, hard to put down,	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A classic ,hard to put down , a must read for all ages</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31WJO7775MK9X?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">it was a thrill to read the book from start to finish.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1A11D8U38HM79?ASIN=0439023521	but a fun young adult read anyway	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Not a complex book, but a fun young adult read anyway.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14NF90BZNV64Z?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I found myself snacking a lot while reading this book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UDPKHANGTED8?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Enjoyed this book. Action and suspense. Very good read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R105F1W5DX8Y09?ASIN=0439023521	This is all there is?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the worst book I've read in a long time. A complete waste of time. I am still trying to figure out what the point was. No moral compass, no reason for the games to exist, the so-called love interest wasn't interesting. A good basic idea for a book squandered, instead it is really only a computer game on paper. Thank goodness it only took me 4 days to read. This book is aimed at teenagers but due to its graphic nature and complete disregard for humanity, only adults should read this book, but few would if they knew what was in store for them.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VELVUFF1R47E?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a book the kept my attention and I didn't want to put down. I have three of my five kids reading it with me and they are the same way with it. This is going to me one that I believe will be better if not up there with The Twilight series, but geared towards males.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1W6AW6RGRSYUT?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games 110% satisfied	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved the quality of the book. The book is amazing couldn't put it down. When I finished it I went straight to my amazon to order Catching Fire(the second book) and was extremely thankfull that amazon delivers fast so I am reading the second book now.  VERY SATISFIED!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21P8GXXM62000?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book came along with 2 other books in a set and my daughter whom is the biggest Hunger Games fan loves them. She has read them more times then I can count already and they hold up really well. Nice job shipping and fast. Great quality of material used also. Thanks!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RXHLK5PL4WTP?ASIN=0439023521	best book i have ever read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is the best i've ever read.I was the first to read it out of all my friends.I told them""make sure you don't have any plans becuse for the next two days you won't be able to do anything but read"".great read!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIL8JRI5Y6BKB?ASIN=0439023521	makes you drive slower...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good strory. I listened to it in my car and I found myself trying to find errands to do so I can continue listening to it....I guess it is not very good for the environment....I also used it as a listening support to the book in my ESL class and students just loved it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DDQWMBV720DY?ASIN=0439023521	An entertaining read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins, The Hunger Games, is an entertaining read and well written.  The story takes place several years in the future where the United States is split up into multiple districts.  The various districts all are in various states of decay with some doing quite well.  The government has established a game where the citizens of each district must ""volunteer"" two people per year in a dog eat dog competition with only one left alive.<br/><br/>The book doesn't really deviate much more from this point.  Although there are a few areas where I thought the author was going to discuss a rebellion or other factions, those plot threads did not take place.  In fact, given the age group this book was written for, the author took the most benign route to get out of a brutal situation.  There were several morality plays that could have been explored but were not.  Then again, this book is not necessarily that avenue to explore.<br/><br/>I also have read similar stories such as ""The Long Walk"" by Stephen King or ""Battle Royale"" which takes this similiar concept yet really digs right in deeper than you wish it might have.  That being said, the book still brings in some original threads.  The characters are well fleshed out and likable.  The writing is well done as well in my opinion.  I would recemmend this for a more adult teenager as well as adults.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3Q2IUBMAXC1ET?ASIN=0439023521	Addicting!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm not going to write a long and detailed review.  I'm just going to say that I absolutley loved this ENTIRE series. Once you start reading it is nearly impossible to stop! Collins did an excellent job and I would strongly recommend all 3 books to others.<br/><br/>MUST READ!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HYQO4ZAJBGJG?ASIN=0439023521	from a school librarian	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am a school librarian and this book has appealed to everyone  Thank you for writing this book.  ALthough the plot and romance are similiar to other ya books, the characterization and action are so captivating this book is different- above all others in this motif.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1A91H0C5QKPRM?ASIN=0439023521	Very good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this in a couple days.  Every spare moment I had I spent reading this book. I fought reading this series because of the popularity and because it's a young adult series, but I was pleasantly surprised that the themes were still mature enough for adult readers.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DJWSBV38BYMU?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved reading this series and watching it so far too!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R227GDOIQ5OZG5?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fantastic read! Easy read and keeps you wanting more!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1W56P61WR8LIS?ASIN=0439023521	Enjoyed every minute	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">well written, hard to put down. Enjoyed every minute.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LJ0TZYTIR8WV?ASIN=0439023521	Quick and satisfying read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book pulls you in - hard to put down.  Loved it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32AITKWTCJT70?ASIN=0439023521	GREAT series.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read the book and then watch the movie, GREAT series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31EFRGHBKWTKV?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good plot, but the typical strong woman and weak man.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JCPFN5IC1K83?ASIN=0439023521	Could not put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I started the book, I thought.....this is not my type of book, which it wasn't.  But hey, I was stuck at the doctor for 2 hours and had nothing better to do.  Glad I kept reading because the book pulled me in and I ended you loving the book and the characters!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1T177OVGEN929?ASIN=0439023521	Pretty Good, but Not the Best I've read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was pretty good, enjoyable, witty, and definitely entertaining, but it lacked the pure genius that other books, such as the Inheritance Cycle, have. I recommend this book to all, but there are better books out there, and you could spend your money better.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3M5JBO30SU9MS?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games was a book that made me read it in one whole day.  It has the action of Harry Potter to the romance of Bracking Dawn. Every page I turned I did not know what would be on the other.  I just mean it is a page turnner.  What will be her new book...</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SM1GRCU6HWQ3?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is an excellent book. I'm probably the last person I know to read it, but I figured I should get the series under my belt before the movies came out. It's excellently written and was genuinely engaging from cover-to-cover. I can't wait to read the next one!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2T3OJM9RHLX7C?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What a great story and development not just for kids</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3ENUQMBBFD5V8?ASIN=0439023521	Great, iimaginative story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great,iimaginative story. Easy to get into and read.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ERP4X7VT8T8O?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is absolutely amazing, my favorite!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13NX626M1SABF?ASIN=0439023521	awesome book! I can see why there was a ...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">awesome book!  I can see why there was a movie made!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SUTRQVINE02D?ASIN=0439023521	Super read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fantastic series. Read all three books back to back.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5G1RX7RDD2ST?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome Book!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've picked this book up a million times to read, but never thought I would enjoy it.  So glad that I finally decided to give it a try.  It lured me in and held my attention through out the whole book.  It was by far one of the best books I've read in a while!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HGL2YBE76DPM?ASIN=0439023521	the hunger game!!!!!!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The hunger game is the best book that i have ever read. this book keeps you on your toes and  guessing what is going to happen next with every chapter! i highly recommend this book to anyone that can read because its an amazing read that shouldn't be passed up.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QO7U3EBFIVEU?ASIN=0439023521	Absolutely Fabulous!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Definitely the best book after the Harry Potter series! Love the real primal character Katniss is.. she is etched out so well and pragmatic yet honest and real.. Brilliant work! Could not put it down and Cant wait to start Catching fire! Absolutely blown away!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3STJBE0OX565S?ASIN=0439023521	Middle Aged Admission	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">OK, I confess. I'm a 40-something male who was curious about all the fuss and the movie build-up. I thought it was an excellent read, I could hardly put it down. Surely, I should not feel shame to be wanting to read the other two books in the series,should I?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4JX2BQBCPYFK?ASIN=0439023521	predictible	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">it's the short story ""The Lottery""  extended to book length with dozens of victims.  Give the chosen a few weapons to defeat the others until only one is left. It is aimed at young adults and will probably please them with easy vocabulary and simple choices.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PO0GC6KN4W0U?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely loved this entire series. The books had me on the edge of my seat and I could not put them down! The author puts you in the middle of the story and you feel the same pain, love, and fear that characters do. I would highly recommend these books!</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22DZ621BJOND1?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">excellent product, good price and delivered on time</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTIMW7ZY9Z97D?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love the trilogy..<br/>A must read for all ages!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24NW9W2PZ37UE?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great Product and fast shipping. Highly recommended</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNAWHEDTI0KPH?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent book for ages 12 - 21! Super interesting!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DYDTWSNARCAN?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Kept me interested because of the twists and turns.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FRI28F52EGAY?ASIN=0439023521	Attention getter	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Catches your attention, would not read to children.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPYH59HLCG951?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As usual, the book is more detailed than the movie.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HBX8MEQ8U1I7?ASIN=0439023521	Good twists and turns	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book held my interest . Good twists and turns.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JTHDGLHSYJP6?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent books - everyone should read this series.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23YI73RMO9BA8?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fantastic Book!!!!!  You won't want to put it down!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31V8BKYY61S70?ASIN=0439023521	Absorbed in Hunger Games!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's so rare to find a book that draws you in and leaves you totally absorbed from the 1st page to the last.  ""Hunger Games"" is one of those rare gems.  I sped through this book in a matter of a couple days then jumped right in to book two of the trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OVVBWGBLZTHS?ASIN=0439023521	LOVE IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!:)<3	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Dude this movie is my FAVORITE OF ALL TIMES! Cant wait till the second one comes out, MAN IM SOO UP FOR IT RIGHT NOW! Ahhhhhhh! WELL ITS SUUUPER SAD WHEN RUE DIES... I CRIED, SHE'S SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO ADORABLE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!;) &lt;3 it!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1K86JXDY22DPI?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games Review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">While the content of this book may disturb some readers, the writing was superb.  It's a book that's hard to put down.  Every character was well-defined.  I was able to completely visualize the events through the author's wonderful descriptive technique.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FXUPSKESF34Y?ASIN=0439023521	Mary Renault Redux	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is a clever reworking of Mary Renault's ""The King Must Die."" Renault created a very imaginative story line around Theseus and the Minotaur -- using the bull dancers from ancient Crete. Collins has taken that story line and set it in the future.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3U0ENKTW2R5YL?ASIN=0439023521	Must read for teens and adults alike!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Months ago I read a book titled The Compound. Fans of that book kept recommending The Hunger Games. I had heard about THG book(s) and kept putting off reading them. Why? I don't know really, possibly because they are YA fiction but I eventually bought the first book thru Amazon and one cold night I sat down to read it. Well, the world just stopped for me, I could not put this book down! Great characters that you find yourself rooting for. If you are a fan of dystopian fiction, you will devour this book and the next two. Trust me, set aside time to properly read these books. In fact by now, I have read all 3 books, at least five times each. Yes, they are that good. Not literary works of art, so if you're the type that will pick apart the grammar or style of writing, then please find another series. Whatever Suzanne Collins hoped to accomplish, she has done so - tenfold. Quite well in fact. Give THG book(s) a chance, I predict you will love these books as much as the rest of us do. And oh by the way, I'm in my 50s, :-) , long past the YA target audience! My favorite characters are Cinna and Peeta. So if a friend or coworker is hounding you to read these books, trust their judgement! Don't delay. Read them before the first movie premieres next March.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26Y3SWPYQ6E6Y?ASIN=0439023521	COULD NOT PUT THIS DOWN!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was by far one of the best books I've read in a long time.  The story line is gripping and engaging.  You really begin to identify with the characters and the book pulls you in from the very beginning.  I can't wait to read the rest of the trilogy!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R92DYVOG9I6OR?ASIN=0439023521	I'm HUNGRY for more!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins's riveting novel The Hunger Games follows the trials of a girl named Katniss Everdeen as she battles for her life in a twisted contest that requires her to kill others to save herself. Set in a fictional nation called Panem, the story revolves around a yearly contest run by ""The Capitol,"" the only place in the country where the people do not live in poverty and despair. Every year in order to show the twelve districts its power over their lives, The Capitol holds an event called the ""Hunger Games"" which pits two young people from each district in a brutal fight to the death. The contest is televised, serving the purpose of providing amusement for the people of The Capitol and a reminder of their powerlessness to the people of the districts. Katniss is chosen from District 12 and proves herself a formidable opponent in the Hunger Games. The climax comes when she figures out a way to outsmart the Capitol, putting her life in even more serious jeopardy and setting up a perfect situation for the sequel. Collins's writing is crisp and the way she paces the novel keeps you turning the pages until the end. I highly recommend this book for anyone who enjoys action and adventure, as well as strong characters who stand up against injustice!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3T3L0PLFFV1P5?ASIN=0439023521	Not well written, trivial plot.  Don't bother.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't understand all the hype about this book.  It's NOT a good book, and it's barely material for a short story.<br/><br/>It's badly written with a minimalist plot and characters.  The core concepts in the book are very poorly developed.<br/><br/>Why all the hype?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SOJNUBX33TF4?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of thee best young adult fiction books I have read in a while. The plot is not that original, all I could think was Battle Royal,but obviously with a bit more young adult teen feel to it. I read it in one day, couldn't put it down. Highly recommend</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FUFZY2Q7XQG2?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27BIF7YCA7MTY?ASIN=0439023521	Page Turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was a little iffy about this book because of how popular it started becoming and I'm usually against books that well known. However, I decided to give it a try. I was pleasantly surprised how much I enjoyed this book. Suzanne writes it in a way that's so addictive that I find myself being drawn into the book and I have to finish it, no matter how late it is. It's a page turner for sure, which can be a bad thing since I want to finish it in one sitting.<br/><br/>Though things did become a bit graphic at times, it was all very detailed and very beautifully written. I find myself becoming one with Katniss and seeing how she feels, sees and thinks. Suzanne writes Katniss as if she is a real person and not a character in a book. I feel as though I know Katniss inside and out. I feel as though I'm connected to Katniss, which I love. I hate it when I don't feel any connections at all to the characters or they're flat characters. While Katniss is amazing at certain things, she also has flaws, which ground her as a character.<br/><br/>The story itself is wonderful. The only bad thing is that it's very similar to Battle Royale. However, I think Suzanne Collins takes a nice unique twist to things. Overall, I enjoyed it and would recommend it to anyone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IIHFET9DSDKE?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Easy read, held interest.  Will read the next one.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2676IC4A4XD0A?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good book to read even if you have seen the movies</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RITBD62B4QPEQ?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book. Captivated me from the very beginning.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1H87F8KKLRYO4?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent! Never read it before seeing the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent!  Never read it before seeing the movie.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RW65MHKF3WQJF?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a trilogy that I read over and over again.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25MFOPNQIKEVA?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved this book.  Interesting all the way through.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13OWAQZIO956K?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Its a book, you read it, there is not much to say.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KN5HJT53LM81?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely loved this book.  I read &amp; reread it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1V244TCRI29KD?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent In Every Way!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Enjoyable in every way. Can't wait for the sequel.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RLAF67F4CBJV?ASIN=0439023521	Trilogy is a very good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well worth the money kept me reading till the end.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OLDKJLEKS9FL?ASIN=0439023521	Young Adult is better than Adult	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent balance of action, story, and character.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZWMVFUQZGMCJ?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fantastic, easy read, great story. Loved the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R347JF7TG438UM?ASIN=0439023521	Definately a different concept in story and very interesting!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This story line is quite different than most books out there. I would not have thought of it. If you liked the movie you will for sure like the book, maybe even better. It has some more details and explains a few things so the movie makes more sense.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBVSG5XIEPYV4?ASIN=0439023521	WOW	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">WOW! Can I just say, WOW! This is a great, great, great, GREAT book! Everyone should read this. I picked it up on a whim because, well, someone told me it was Dystopian, and I didn't really know what that meant. Bravo to the author. Excellently done!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JVOACWWRZ07B?ASIN=0439023521	OUTSTANDING !!!!!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutly loved reading this book! Very well written story. I actually read it in one day as I could not put it down. And Im not one for reading books all the time. Cant wait to begin part two...Order from Amazon was very quick...Love Amazon!!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3Q8N3TWAYQ3BD?ASIN=0439023521	The first in the series of my (second) favorite books.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't think it was possible for a book to trump my thoughts on Harry Potter or Dan Brown's books...but congrats to Suzanne. This was an awesome book and one of the first in a long time that I couldn't put down to do the things I had to do. Props!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GPI09N9T9246?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Catniss Everdean is the heroine that we all want to be. I cannot recommend this book enough! Exciting read. Couldn't put it down. Oh, and be ready to order the next two in the series on the last page of the book. You won't be able to help yourself!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14828LPLB5MOP?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is amazing. People shouldn't compare it to twilight. The Hunger Games is way better. Its more about being strong whereas twilight is about a dumb girl that can't choose between a vampire or werewolf. People need to read the Hunger Games:)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16XY7WY1VI6AN?ASIN=0439023521	Loved this book...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Eerie, but great!  Couldn't put it down.  Can somewhat see this happening in real life, which is REALLY scary.  The story itself is very original; a great read, compellingly written-- have already ordered the 2 sequels and can't wait to get them!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3R7S4I8DJ5NZ3?ASIN=0439023521	The best book in the series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this book.  It is so much different than anything else on the market.  It was fast paced, fun, witty, gruesome, and exciting.  I reccomend it to everyone.  It's just too bad she couldn't maintain the intensity for all three books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBH3H26FSWM73?ASIN=0439023521	A Glimpse At What Could Be	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great Read.  The story was futuristic yet very realistic.  As I was reading this book, I pictured something of a cross between Mad Max and The Gladiator.  This book will draw out emotions of disgust, rebellion, sadness, hope, love and many others.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKCXLNFM12IUD?ASIN=0439023521	Love this book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't have high expectations for this book, but once I started reading it I couldn't put it down and before I knew it I'd read the entire trilogy within a week. I am now a hardcore hunger games nerd and cannot wait for the movie to come out!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2K4T3CUI30AO1?ASIN=0439023521	Extremely annoyed	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Search spam results linking here - very annoying.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RK7XIYZUYDGVY?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love these books and movies!  Highly recommended!</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZXUX0O244E86?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't think I would like this but I was hooked</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RJWWPHFKLEER?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm an adult and I very much enjoyed this series.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RH0L1Q28P6UZJ?ASIN=0439023521	Good story, good recording.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The best book of the series.  Excellent recording</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2U9G4P4BVS8E3?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't put it down. A gripping story well told.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WYM3YGNEDN1A?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I ordered this book for my laptop.  I then bought the other two books of the trilogy and read all three in 4 days!  Just couldn't put them down. Amazon delivered the books to my laptop with no problems.  I will continue ordering books this way.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROP6V8ZZ22M8Z?ASIN=0439023521	One of the best books I have read this year	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book pulled me in immediately and kept me reading like a mad woman. I highly recommend it to anyone that likes YA and adventure or post-apocalyptic stories. Suzanne Collins writing style is simple yet riveting. I give it two big thumbs up!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RP1211IF8OQCX?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing, simply amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">There's nothing I can say that hasn't already been said, but this is the first book I've read in a LONG time that I couldn't put down. Don't let the description decide for you...you won't regret reading The Hunger Games. Absolutely brilliant.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HQM4NF5ERH05?ASIN=0439023521	Good book. too many reviews already to compete	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good book.  too many reviews already to compete.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/REHAUVL7XYKP8?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Not really into a YA but this book was like WOW!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZNQ33TOYE4WA?ASIN=0439023521	One Star	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book sucks; it's like reading a screenplay.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1A2M0L21Y71S5?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Book arrived in perfect condition. Very pleased.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19EB0GGMMXPIR?ASIN=0439023521	Guaranteed Classic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great story. Got me through 2 days of jury duty.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8OLRR5DEPZWT?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">good action throughout.  Won't leave you snoozin</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R61KQZB9C3O8P?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This trilogy is amazing!! love all three of them</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BOH8DNJEMLSH?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great! Can hardly wait to get into the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7VQOCAP2948F?ASIN=0439023521	Three Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Low price with free shipping makes a great value</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PVENVU0NKHPM?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Probably worth reading before seeing the movies.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36T7VS2RHQBQS?ASIN=0439023521	worked with the kindle app on my iPad.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read it.. worked with the kindle app on my iPad.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2P7PDXPJTQZS6?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great Great GREAT BOOK - thanks for the listing.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HQTZHVI1DANS?ASIN=0439023521	Best book I've read in years!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I, like almost everyone I'm sure, could absolutely NOT put this book down.  It is by far the best book I've read in a long time.  And don't let the young adult category fool you.. I could see this book being enjoyed by all age groups!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BEWHL28LHE0L?ASIN=0439023521	A series that takes you away from today	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">These books are  cataloged as Young Adult. Well, this is one Senior Adult who just lost a week on all three books. Ms Collins is to be praised for her tale telling ability and for creating characters that you felt you actually knew.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28CZKSZW8WSY6?ASIN=0439023521	Collins, The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Whenever I hear countless good things about a book I feel almost obligated to either<br/>prove them wrong or join their ranks. With the Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins, I<br/>have to agree with the majority that it is an amazing book. I've read others like<br/>it (The Running Man and The Long Walk by Stephen King, The Manhattan Hunt Club by<br/>John Saul, etc) but it is very different in it's own way. The story follows Katniss,<br/>a girl from District 12, who takes the place of her sister to fight for food for<br/>her family, and her life, in the Hunger Games. Two ""tributes"" are chosed from Districts<br/>1 through 12 (a boy and girl between ages twelve and eighteen. The older you get,<br/>the chance of your name being chosen grows. There can only be one person left alive<br/>and that person will live in comfort for the rest of their lives including their<br/>family. To Katniss, this is greatly needed especially because in District 12 ""you<br/>can starve to death in safety."" The book is incredible, despite it's being written<br/>in present tense. I usually hate that but it really works with this novel. It is<br/>a bit predictable, but most novels are to some degree. It is worth the time.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HY0JWG13EYUQ?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing....	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book.... I honestly can't even describe it! It was soooo exciting and left me craving for the next book! I could go on and on about how amazing this book is, but to make things short, this book was the best book I have ever read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLLKUSD66DNF3?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Already had a copy.  Purchased this one for a relative.  My son had to read this for school, but I picked it up and could not put it down.  Finished it in about three days and have been recommending it to everyone I know.  Great book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MOAJZFG5KK99?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">You'll want to go ahead &amp; buy the whole series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1304D1BA1VPJG?ASIN=0439023521	A great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A quick read, very enjoyable!!! Lots of action!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKF0K95TSZ14Z?ASIN=0439023521	another good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very good read.  Enjoyed very much.  Thank you.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PLN4CRNR7BP?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book, keeps you on the edge of your seat!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UK7T7S4P72DW?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's a great book. I especially love the movies</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2D6EJDANRBDGC?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved every minute of it. Couldn't put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R101N1N9E8A4OC?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very well written. Gripping. Even for an adult.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OWJZC111WRGE?ASIN=0439023521	Make up your mind, girl	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I sped through the book, primarily because it's an easy read. I liked the premise, and I wanted to like Katniss. Along the way, she kept letting me down. The juxtaposition between very capable self-sufficient hunter and the girl who can't say yes, or no, didn't match up. Perhaps the author was trying to convey a complicated personality. It comes off as two personalities jammed into the same girl.<br/>As an adventure novel, it's fine.<br/>I read a lot. Many of today's adventure and mystery fiction consists of pages of characters asking questions, what if this? suppose that? maybe the other? I call it filler. The author needs to add more words, so he/she does it with filler. It doesn't move the story along, it does add more pages.<br/>In the movies, they do it with endless chase scenes. You don't have to write interesting, funny or entertaining dialogue if you can spend ten minutes at a stretch banging up cars.<br/>I understand from reviews of the next two books, that Katniss continues her `maybe this, maybe not, maybe, maybe, maybe' hand-wringing dithering. How she can be so indecisive and survive in that world doesn't compute. My trilogy stops at one.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11XZFDH73SU6R?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I just loved this book! I could not put it down. I read the whole book within two days. I would recommend this book to anyone. The reader will go though a lot of emotions when reading this book.<br/><br/>This is a must read book!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3R1FMBE3EZ459?ASIN=0439023521	In love!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't sleep until I was done with this book. All I could think of at work was getting home to finish it (and later the series)! I adore the characters and the settings. Peeta pretty much stole my heart as the boy with the bread.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RW742NDAJIOY0?ASIN=0439023521	Fast paced and entertaining	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read this book in 2 days, couldn't put it down because even though the outcome of Kat's fate was predictable, how she was going to get there was not. I enjoyed the writing style, loved first person present tense! Made it all very captivating, I almost think if it were told from a different perspective like a narrative one that it would not have held my attention on the same level. My biggest issue with this book was that Katniss the main character had some very unlikable qualities. I realize all main characters don't have to be ""great people"" I just wasn't into her motives, even when we found her being compassionate with other characters you could tell it still was about her . This could be understandable considering the situation she was in but I like to see characters rise above their circumstances. I felt like the one truly good act Katniss did was in the very beginning when she selflessly took her sister's place but from there on out she seemed to be a very self centered character. I am looking forward to reading the other books and seeing if Katniss matures and grows to be the heroine she is set up to be in this first book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16B0MRW1W95T0?ASIN=0439023521	I LOVE IT!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put this book down! I read Gregor the Overlander series and fell in love with her work. As soon as I saw this bok in Borders, I grabbed it a ran (after my mom paid for it of coarse)! Now I am eagerly waiting for book 3!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IETMZP8HCZ4W?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love the books. Love the movies. Just love it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GSKRWO0YD5DT?ASIN=0439023521	Great book. Can't wait to read the other two	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book.  Can't wait to read the other two.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29I73VPZZOX2Y?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The movie was good, the book is ALWAYS better!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YZK6S12L0931?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's popular for a reason. Very well written !</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXX9NH8US4GC7?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">great book, easy to get into, i highly suggest</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PAIM1J41F8QA?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome book! Can't wait to start second book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3U000NHHTLE6A?ASIN=0439023521	Read before you see the movie!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Glad out mother-daughter book group read this.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2U180FNLZ83EQ?ASIN=0439023521	Z	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Abc c v v v v v g h d d d d d f v v g v g  the</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1848MV3N1XMWB?ASIN=0439023521	Read it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">""happy Hunger games and may the odds be ever in your faver""<br/>  Effi Trinquett<br/><br/>This series is the best in the world! I don't often like books I am very pequi<br/>but hunger games I could barely put it down to eat.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R386DWUC86ILFD?ASIN=0439023521	Entertaining but simple	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Gripping enough of a plot line, but the characters and dialogue are rather simplistic.  Great for a teen reader, but lacks the complexity and emotion of an adult novel.  Entertaining and good when you want to have an easy read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17QEDUVC7CK2L?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome read!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a must read.  I couldn't put it down.  Glad my sister-in-law suggested it.  I bought all three on my Kindle so I didnt have to wait for the next book.  Puts you into a world you can barely imagine.<br/>Good reading.<br/>Terri</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28IPZ2L78F0F2?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book left me with true suspense anticipating the rest. A page turner and a really hard book to put down. The plot was well thought and the characters came to life. It was gruesome and bloody which just made it awesomer! ;)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R67BZ4B4R88P4?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read! Hunger Games!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not put the book down. I didn't think I would like it and put off reading it but I am now on book 2. 2 friends recommended it so I gave in and can't wait to read the 3rd book.The characters are great and never boring!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SY0TRQA2SD58?ASIN=0439023521	The Perfect Novel	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's simply flawless. A modern classic. Honestly, I read this book 6 months ago when it first came out and this is the first I'm writing about it. I can't believe it. It's so good, I can't get it out of my mind.<br/><br/>Must Buy!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGT7O5NZ0VODC?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">An excellent, compelling read. I couldn't put it down and neither could I wait to read the next book. I read all 3 books in just over a week.<br/>My teenage son is now also hooked and is working his way through the trilogy!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UROOSY5JMYJE?ASIN=0439023521	A Captivating Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">An excellent book. Written for a young adult audience, it nonetheless deals with complex issues and offers a disturbing social critique into our society's treatment of the poor and marginalized, both domestically and abroad.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3M5QVP4BFIETI?ASIN=0439023521	Battle Royale Meets The Running Man...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A short and sweet read, and even though it's technically a young adult, PG-13 type of rating, it still wrestles with very adult themes and brutality.  Perfect read for airports, Doctor Appointments, or waiting in long lines.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RAGQ56PEEXNQL?ASIN=0439023521	Completely mesmerizing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">An utterly gripping story: Brave New World meets Romeo and Juliet meets  Last of the Mohicans.  Easily the most compelling novel I've read in years, probably one of the best adventure novels I've read in my whole life.  Marketed as a youth book, but probably too grim for anyone under 14.  Action sequences are very well done, not just because of excellent pacing and vivid imagery but because the author's style allows the reader to really experience what the protagonist feels.  Characters are complex and believable, and extremely moving in their simple humanity and struggle to determine right from wrong, truth from falsehood.  On top of everything else, this novel is a dark, sardonic critique of society's structures, the exploitation of the poor by the rich, the commodification of violence and the trivialization of human life.  And yet, the overall tone is still hopeful, that even in the darkest circumstances, duty and love and sacrifice still have meaning.  Profoundly moving -- I found myself thinking about this book, again and again, long after finishing it.  Highest possible recommendation.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DBIIKOMDX5MC?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Bought these for my son he loves this series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35ZVL9SI89TAO?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">great book, exciting and never a dull moment!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R404HFN6S4CAN?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Got for my granddaughter she really likes it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LB9685HJ9PSK?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A very romantic and exciting book.Excellence!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFDLPAYLVIQSS?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book for adults and young adults alike.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SYDYPPZVOHG2?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing series! made me want to keep reading!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SZXAINXL70X0?ASIN=0439023521	Great movie. Keeps your interest	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Intriguing. Great movie. Keeps your interest.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UD4P77YM4Y1M?ASIN=0439023521	She's 13 loved it.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Bought it for my daughter. She's 13 loved it.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9RGRUUF5BHBF?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Was a gift for my sister who sure enjoyed it1</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31AJ8XSJ67ZPS?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome book. Even better with the narration.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFCVQ0OVQZUR3?ASIN=0439023521	Addicting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love it! Got hooked. I read the series twice.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RC892OFNQKAS4?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really loved all of the Hunger Games books!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OJ0W9MVVNTIQ?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good quality. As described and fast shipping.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1AHA8ZWZCT9Q5?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is the best ever I enjoyed it a lot</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROQUKYRJTOCZX?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Super good read even for us older youngsters.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZBM3C5O9OM8Y?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was great!  I couldn't put it down!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCDASUSSYQEV3?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Delivered and works as indicated.  No issues.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OAZKWOX12HNJ?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved it so much more detail then the movie</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14FNLX93N7LC1?ASIN=0439023521	Enjoyable and Easy read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm nearly finished this book and am enjoying it so much I had to buy the 2nd and 3rd books to the series. It's easy to read with a interesting story line. Its suitable for teenagers and adults alike and its a great price.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LOC19A8WUSW7?ASIN=0439023521	Don't just see the movies	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I guess it has all been said before, but I finally got around to reading this trilogy in preparation for the catching fire movie, and I love it!  I think reading the book doesn't take away from the movies but add to them.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R395IR42IL2OGE?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">At first I didn't want to read it. Was not interested. Then I talk to others that liked it so I gave it a try. I loved it. I am reading second one now. I can't wait to see what the movie is about when it comes out on DVD.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13Q02HTHASB9K?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing Book From Start to Finish	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I literally could not put this book down.  I finished it within 40 hours of getting it in the mail.  Just an amazing imagination.  If you like Game of Thrones, Enders Game, and other exciting Sci-Fi, this book is for you.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FE9L9A0T33FT?ASIN=0439023521	A Modern Standard	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins and the rise of the Hunger Games trilogy come not a minute to soon after the cinematic ending of Harry Potter. The story is complex, and in the end there is never a clear winner or loser, just a struggle.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYOD72ZGFJORN?ASIN=0439023521	great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought this was a facinating book and once i got into it i couldnt stop thier were some parts that brought me into the world itself and i was watching right above the character it was wonderful and you should read it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQCN10N7V24NC?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very well written, entertaining and thought provoking.  I read all three in the series and enjoyed them all.  The books were written for teens, so I've heard, but I am definitely not a teen and loved the books.  Enjoy!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROF98W4LIHHPL?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really liked the book. The characters were authentic and genuine. But I don't think the storyline is as original as some people think. It seemed like a marriage between The Running Man and The Long Walk with a twist.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SHSLEQSOA4Y0?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic, couldn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great plot, great characters, unpredictable, well-paced. Couldn't put it down. If you are a person who likes to read at night to help you fall asleep, this isn't the right book. You will end up staying up all night. ;)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HJVXWJHAHX5P?ASIN=0439023521	Glad the whole trilogy was written before I started book one.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">There is no way I would have been able to stand the wait for the second book to come out after I read this first one.  I could not put it down, and had to FORCE myself away from it to sleep.  I enjoyed it tremendously.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4KHR2XHE49PG?ASIN=0439023521	Far Better than the Movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had no desire to read this book nor see the movie. I am no fan of fiction, and by the advertisements for the movie, I thought this book was some modern day worship of Collectivism and the State. That could be furthest from the truth. My sister insisted that I read this book as she placed it and it's 2 companions, ""Catching Fire"" and ""Mockingjay"" in my hands. Always up for a reading challenge, I accepted.<br/><br/>I was pleasantly surprised. ""The Hunger Games"" is a very easy read and equally entertaining for all ages. Though the concept is incredibly violent, the content leaves the reader to his imagination in many scenes. It is a story of a young girl and her struggle for survival, but there are also subtle undertones warning of the dangers of an authoritative State. A fresh breath of air for these days and times.<br/><br/>I immediately watched the movie after reading the book. The movie is a terrible disappointment if you have read the book. If you have only seen the movie, I would recommend reading the book because you've missed an intriguing story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3ONEA110WI6NW?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved the story can't wait for the next book</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LWHDODEMOOLI?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book - liked it better than the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3J83Z4T5YZGVH?ASIN=0439023521	Love it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book got me back k to reading. Love it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJSWKJ5U8PANL?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is AMAZING!  Thanks Amazon!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QIXMDJKAGJCO?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of the best page turners, very engaging!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JTFKMZVS7AX6?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved this book!! Can't wait to read book 2.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R280B7R0Y4QVKA?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read...looking to read rest of trilogy</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33JHODY3MGBIF?ASIN=0439023521	Good book, although perhaps cynical	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Perhaps a little too cynical for my taste...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OWZ3J6FSUCGF?ASIN=0439023521	Good book and good movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very good.  Holds your interest til the end.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29UOX3D363CR6?ASIN=0439023521	hmmm...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Unfortunately I saw most of the movie first, so getting into this book was a slight challenge. I am on the last book of the trilogy now...I am AMAZED that these books are as stunning as they are. Thoroughly impressed!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FZ2ICHJU3GXH?ASIN=0439023521	good story, but...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is an engaging story. However, the characters are poorly developed and the actual writing is mediocre at best.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3N194W764NX8P?ASIN=0439023521	Complete rip off of Battle Royale movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read all three books in the trilogy many months ago and I was really looking forward to the movie.<br/><br/>Then, I found out that there is a 2001 Japanese movie called Battle Royale that was very highly rated by critics, so I rented it. Yes, Battle Royale is a fantastic movie (definitely recommended) and as I watched it became extremely obvious that Hunger Games was *stolen* from the plot of this movie.<br/><br/>I'm not talking vague similarities, but almost-identical plot points and mechanisms -- and many of them.<br/><br/>I can't believe that Suzanne Collins hasn't been sued by the creators of Battle Royale.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CVIMRHOJII2J?ASIN=0439023521	Review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The hunger games it a book for teen and adults especially if like action with romance. This book not only is a a wonderful book but it shows us lessons like what could happen to are country if we don't stand together</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28EBEOI3DKD9F?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent page turner.  Very much recommended to anyone interested in unusual adventure.  I was expecting the story to be a bit 'young' for me, but found myself totally engrosed in it and simply couldnt put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RW8INS4U4UXK9?ASIN=0439023521	What a world!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Every so often, there is a young adults book that comes around that has a world so fascinating, that you forgive questionable editing and writing style.  The Hunger Games is one of those books.  Set in a distant dystopian future, Collins boldly predicts the horrors of humanity and has constructed an arena (quite literally) that is as horrifying as it is engaging.  Though the story is told through a first person narrator, of a character that I find to be a tad annoying, you do root for her through her trying experience and feel her fear and pain as she goes through her journey.  The world is so carefully thought out that you just want to find out more and more, and Collins does provide and eyefull.<br/><br/>As mentioned, the writing is a bit on the nose at times, and when the book becomes more character oriented it suffers a bit (and the subsequent books arent as good as the first), but its a quick, incredibly memorable read that is completely worth your time.  In fact, I still can't get it out of my head and am really looking forward to the film.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CPP5DW94C90?ASIN=0439023521	Fundamentally flawed	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">warning, spoilers.<br/><br/>My impression of Hunger Games, is that the premise of this book is fundamentally flawed.  The setting is a dystopian society where every year, they have these ""hunger games"" for 12-18 year olds.  They're basically fight-to-the-death battles.  So my question is this: WHY are 12-18 year olds forced to kill each other in a dystopian version of North America???<br/><br/>Apparently, in this world, young kids fighting each other to the death is entertainment.  It's fun to watch for them. The winner gets to live a great life and the losers all die.  The premise makes very little sense.  It mostly got publicity because of Stephanie Meyer recommending this story, it didn't EARN it.  At first, i thought this book was going to be like The Giver meets Survivor, but it lacks common sense. The Capitol city is driven by Television, but the main character Katniss has to hunt food on a regular basis.  Apparently, she eats pinecones often. You never fully understand this lopsided society.  Is it futuristic? If it's set in the ruins of America, then what is television doing there?<br/><br/>In the story, Katniss gets attacked by mutant wolves, giant wasps, and encounters senseless youth violence.  The graphic nature of the story didn't bother me at all; i just wondered why it was there to begin with.<br/><br/>The love triangle between Katniss, a boy named Gale, and Katniss' hometown friend Peeta doesn't help either.  In the end, it doesn't play a factor in how the story develops. It DOES develop the characters, but it doesn't ring true to the plot.  It's NOT a character driven story, so the love triangle slows the story down.  In fact, the ""games"" don't even occur until after page 100.  You didn't need this kind of story for a love triangle or vice versa.  It doesn't play an essential role from beginning to end.<br/><br/>This is the kind of story where you'll be scratching your head the entire time. SO many things happen that are illogical.  You have to be a forgiving reader to truly accept this kind of story.  I admit, Collins is a good word for word writer; her style and grammar are very good.  But that doesn't mean this is a good story and it wasn't a good idea.  The characters actually had promise, i admit that, but they were never given a chance to develop. The reader is forced to observe and understand the strange society the book is set it, so you never get to see the character development.<br/><br/>I don't recommend this book because the premise basically ruins the story; it lacks logic and imagination. The 12-18 year olds killing each other ""idea"" only existed to market the story to young adults, it wasn't a solid story.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19GGGSU1PCWIM?ASIN=0439023521	Wow	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">""Wow"" is the feeling after reading this book.<br/>What an imagination ... Very touching at some points.<br/>Don't think it is good for kids since lots of killings occurred.<br/>Overall, I think this is a great book to read.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHCJJKI6US3C6?ASIN=0439023521	Killed two birds with one stone: manuscript and screenplay in one	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The author does a good job of creating suspense from the beginning.  But then, the characters that are actually in the fight to the death don't seem to be all that psychologically affected by their impending death. In fact, no one seems all that affected by it.  She barely touches on this issue at all.  You would think that they were just racing for a prize much less serious than life itself. I don't know why people think this is a good book. Not only do the characterize have to stay alive, but they have to try and kill each other.  But you'd think there was nothing but a trophy and bragging rights at the end of the tunnel.<br/><br/>The characters not well developed, and it's very predictable.  It was quite the let down.  I keep trying to find good stories with good writing.... I'm still looking. I'll see the other two on-screen.  But I will not be wasting my precious reading time on the rest of this trilogy.  It's not a good book, if while you're reading it, you can already envision the movie, and what actors will play which characters.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17ZYCV5T35SIU?ASIN=0439023521	best book ever!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">the only reason i got the book was because it was cheap and the #1 book selling and it turned out to be my favorite book in the world. I love suzanne collins for writing this and i hope to enjoy more of her books!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R158GSORVX6WKH?ASIN=0439023521	A great, suspenseful read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is a wonderful book that will have you unable to put it down. And reaching the end of the book, will only make you want to pick up the second one right away! I would recommend this book to anyone!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PM0F2DW9WXZS?ASIN=0439023521	I actually enjoyed having my heart ripped out with this novel!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not put this book down!  What a dynamic story!  I was hooked by page 3!  I saw the movie after I read the book.  The movie did not hold a candle to the vigor and intensity of the book.  It is a must read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RG1UVYGPZP0AN?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Better than the movie. Pleasantly surprised</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8AJP6XWXF7A0?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is awesome so much better then the movie</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RN33B06O6Y4E8?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book and the movie is also very good.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VA2CVFUD1BTC?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good product, fast shipping, very good book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26EVLOJT1F1SU?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't read it fast enough Excellent book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZ4GS8MHMHFSV?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it! So glad it was recommended to me!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QWXQUKDQJ481?ASIN=0439023521	Read this book!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing book! Can't wait to read the rest!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3EID75VDZHO1A?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wish I read the book before I saw the movie</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28ZJD0G48HR76?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent movie with edge of seat action.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Absolutely an excellent action/drama movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IY5OVGFG9CIB?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved this book...could hardly put it down!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DK7DXGLS3SLK?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Way to grab a story line!  Darned exciting.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QVUV6W1JBXLY?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wonderful, exciting. I couldn't put it down</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DCVM9SOD5MB8?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Bought this for my mom and she was thrilled</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RR9T0RYEBBFXT?ASIN=0439023521	Loved all 3 books	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put it down.  Loved all 3 books.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPHE94TKO9QGN?ASIN=0439023521	Three Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good read, can't wait to read the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BP83GOVRXIQT?ASIN=0439023521	Better than movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very good book. Much better than the movie.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DN8Z87VE54AV?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book and series.  From the first chapter to the end of the last book I was glued to my kindle.  While the key demo is teens, I quicker got over myself, a 27 year old male, and enjoyed every minute of it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZPOEHCB0Y01P?ASIN=0439023521	Exciting story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I like the fact that it 's a whole new world. And it 's the thougt off hunger and the big difference between poor or rich. It could happen to us, the people in the west too. But in Africa it 's still happening.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XUXWZWBMQEI6?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book.<br/>Unique plot. Great characters with believable flaws and emotions. Grabs the readers attention. Well written.<br/>From the quality of the writing all the way to its content, this book is great.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPFFGLTGLSCDK?ASIN=0439023521	Not just for the kiddos	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Ahhh....why can't they write stories like this for adults?  I actually had trouble believing this was ""youth fiction."" Get it. Get the whole trilogy. Set aside a day and consume them all in one sitting.  Yum!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RADZUWHOIT0QA?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunfer Games:Truley Amazing.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I can't get enough of this book. Brilliantly written, and it gives you no idea of what's going to happen in the next book (a good thing, because then it would be boring). I would recommend this book to anybody.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36A1JCVBY1ZTQ?ASIN=0439023521	Best I've Read In Years	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I won't spend time and space laying out the basics because it has already been done very well in the summary.<br/><br/>I've read what I consider the best of science fiction (Heinlein, Herbert, Bear, Bradbury), and I would put this book way up there. The subject matter is a bit of a downer (kill or be killed), but how Katniss, the heroine handles it is what makes the book rise above that simplistic cliche.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games are a bit of American Gladiator, Survivor, and the Roman Coliseum rolled into one. Quite simply, they are entertainment, very cruel entertainment. Just like our own reality TV, all is not spontaneous, not real, and much is orchestrated for its shock value.<br/><br/>I can't say much more without ruining the story. Just let me say that it moves very fast, there is nary a dull moment here. The reader is left constantly wondering what could possibly happen next. The last few chapters become ""can't put it down"" reading.<br/><br/>The end of the book says ""End of Book One"", so I assume this is the first of a series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1B0O7MW2DT6HI?ASIN=0439023521	Poorly written but still enjoyable	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I picked up the book on Kindle due to all of the recommendations from friends and acquaintances. It was an interesting read although, I feel that I should say something about the exceedingly poor grammar. Not only are there run-on sentences, but numerous fragments. At multiple points she changes present and past tenses in the same phrase.<br/><br/>It was so bad in places that I had to re-read the page over and over again just to figure out what exactly had occurred. I was surprised to learn that this was written by an accomplished adult. I'm not saying an author must have perfect grammar. I also know that sometimes questionable grammar is used for dramatic effect. However, this story is so poorly written I had assumed this was a first attempt of an adolescent author.<br/><br/>I would also like to give a word of warning to parents. Due to its content this is not a book I would recommend for young readers. I believe that you should read it and decide for yourselves before letting your children read this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROUQ77AWOGCHN?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well written, engaging and intriguing. I finished it in 3 days because I just couldn't put it down. It may be geared toward a younger audience, but I think there is something that resonates true for all ages.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38R6VX7J15481?ASIN=0439023521	Great book for all ages	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Book title:<br/>Book title described exactly what is going on with the story. Probably need not to mentioned much due to I am reading this only now. I believed most of us had watched the movie or read this book for that matter. Else, it describe the book really well.<br/><br/>Introduction:<br/>The environment is well explained and the world in the story are described with detailed. It is as good and real as you can ever imagine. Great work from the author by creating this fictional world with such details. I watched the movie before reading this book and it does reflect to the scenes watched previously while reading<br/><br/>Character Development:<br/>The main character Katniss for this case; she is caring, kind hearted, strong willpower and very good at surviving skills due to training since she was a kid. As for Peeta, for this matter is not as weak as a boy from the bread store. Peeta’s character development comes in later and still it consider a solid character. As for all other character were well described considering the choices made and how everyone reacted towards the game.<br/><br/>Story plot:<br/>The story is very engaging, starting from the beginning till the end. There are a number of unexpected events which will keep you reading and thinking of continue to read. I can feel the thrill of going through such life if I am in one of their position. It keeps me thinking of what am I going to do next and that is where I keep my curiosity going. How will Katniss react? What is she going to do if “insert and incident”  happens? Is she going to rush in or hide in her shadows and stay away from it? That are the questions which pops out on my mind while reading all the time.<br/><br/>Conclusion:<br/>Even the ending part sends me a thrill where it is supposed to be “and they live happily ever after.” Unfortunately, that is not the case, and still leaves me with more questions. Overall it is a very good read, and recommended to all readers.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34NWTT7LTZ76O?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome start, but goes downhill from here....	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Book 1<br/>SPOILERS!!!!! You have been warned!<br/><br/>I have to  say what I liked about the first book was Katniss (this opinion changes by book 2-3, check my other reviews if you are curious). I admired her strength, her determination to live, and how she was willing to sacrifice herself for her sister. Her bravery and kindess (especially with Rue), really touched me. The author was able to make me cry with Rues death.<br/><br/>I think the author must have been starving when she wrote this book, because the characters are CONSTANTLY EATING. Not only that, she is so detailed about all the foods they are eating. No matter where it is, district 12, the capiral, or the games, food is a huge deal to Katniss, but I do understand why. Plus, supposedly Katniss is a girl thats not into fashion, because she’s a hunter. But the author spends so much time talking about fashion. A lot of time is spent on her being pampered, and doing photo shoots. She says she has no interest in fashion, and yet she says her and Peeta’s outfits made them look young, and beautiful.<br/><br/>Anyway, In the first book, i understood her confusion about Gale and Peeta. She is young and its the first time she is having feelings like this, especially in such a terrible situation (my opinion changes by book 2-3)…. I really liked the ending, and how Peeta and Katniss developed their feelings slowly. It wasn’t just about attraction, it was about talking, and getting to know each other. I was not expecting the ending, and though I can understand the capitals anger, I do feel it was a bit odd that the districts seemed to be waiting for some girl to propel them to rebel. I am not sure I believe that. Still, I read the book faster than I have any other book in awhile.<br/><br/>By the way, it really rubbed me the wrong way how Haymitch keeps calling her sweetheart. This continues to bother me throughout the series, it goes to show that even a book about a woman having power, has to put down a woman somehow....<br/><br/>If you are curious why i said the series goes downhill, then check out my other reviews.... Or read the books yourself and decide on your own. =)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1X4CEV5DRNTUD?ASIN=0439023521	Mancard in hand	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Let me get a firm grip on my man card before I start this review, least someone comes and tries to yank it from my hand. This is the first teen series book set I have read since the Harry Potter craz some years past. I saw the movie, The hunger games a few years ago, and found it very anticlimactic, I was a little disappointed,  and wrote the whole thing off.<br/>Then my older sister came over one day and was very excite to see the third movie mockingjay was out. I mentioned my disappointment in the first movie. She said, well I read all the books and they were so wonderful I have to see the movies. My sister is a school teacher and I have always respected her taste in literature so I snuck off with my kindle and downloaded the first book.<br/>These books were obviously written for a demographic of young girls, and I am a forty five year old man. I am a little embarrassed to say I loved the books from the start. The characters are so well written, and the landscape so well defined that I found myself engrossed in the story within a few pages. I even shed more then a couple man tears in certain spots. If you read the book you will know where. Keep in mind I'm the guy in the theatre laughing at the end of Titanic wondering aloud why the fat chic won't just scoot over and make room for Leo while he is drowning. (Actually got hissed at for that)<br/>Anyway I read the whole series in a week and while I have a teenage daughter I will never fathom the workings of her or any teenage girls mind. I think Suzanne Collins did a petty good job of capturing there total clueless understanding of the opisit sex.<br/>Anyway the books are fantastic, the world she creates is captivating, the characters are at once familiar and all too human and identifiable in our nature. I allow myself one favorite drama a decade and this series is it for me, now I have to watch the movies, thanks Sis.<br/>Oh and if any of you want my man card you'll just have to come find me.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10PPU14FVCV30?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2I6SS8ELRJFCD?ASIN=0439023521	Beautiful & Brutal story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Like pretty much everyone else on the planet, I adored this book. I picked this up following a shameful Twilight binge, and it blew me away. I had heard the hype, but every time I read the premise in the dust jacket I just wasn't ""wowed"". However, since I was dying to find a new series to dive into, I took a chance and I'm so glad that I did.<br/><br/>I read this first book in the series in one night, and proceeded to run out to my local bookstore for the other two the next morning (which I finished over the course of the following next couple of days). I loved these books so much I then made my mom read the series (and she then made her sister -my aunt- read them,,, you see where this is going....).<br/><br/>What I love about this series:<br/><br/>Katniss kicks butt. She's real - her emotions are genuine, and she's strong. No wussy girl here! She is a role model I can get behind. Katniss is a character who makes me wish I had a daughter - she's what good YA fiction is all about. She's flawed, but ultimately makes good decisions and cares about the people she's close to.<br/><br/>The social commentary woven through this work of fiction is frightening and, in my opinion, demonstrates real problems with our own commercialized society. Is it so hard to imagine the Capitol being a real place in our contemporary society? At the very least, it's not difficult to see us heading in that kind of direction.<br/><br/>Overall, the world building and character development is phenomenal. The descriptions are vivid, and I had no trouble picturing people and places. By the end of the first book, I felt like I had been living in their world, and that I knew the characters as though we were all friends. This is not an easy feat, but is one reason why I was able to say so engaged -  I genuinely cared about Rue, Katniss, and Peeta.<br/><br/>The plotting was perfect. The activity and tension picked up in all the right places, which kept the story moving at a quick pace. There is nothing I would have changed.<br/><br/>Something that shocked me (but wasn't bad): Maybe I'm naive, but I couldn't help being surprised at how dark some of the themes in this book were. Poverty, social inequality, exploitation, murder for sport, etc... I was surprised, but also impressed. I have to give props to Suzanne Collins for having the courage to include these themes in her YA fiction. Although some of the imagery of kids killing kids was difficult to swallow, I don't think any of it was in appropriate for the YA audience it's intended for.<br/><br/>To sum it up... This book (and the others in the series) provide some real food for thought about where our society might be heading. Or, at the very least, it shines a light on the potential ease with which injustice can proliferate if left unchecked (or where reality TV might be heading...).  I highly recommend this for mature YA readers and adults alike.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FU4UGTWO33PQ?ASIN=0439023521	Fast-paced and exciting - so why the long face?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've been reading nasty reviews about The Hunger Games - how it is shallow, lacks character development and has not a whiff of political commentary about it. And that's all true. But neither does Curious George or Mary Poppins. THG is perfect for its audience of pre-teens. It's a story of survival with not too much gore, of young love without sex apart from kissing, and of a dystopian future without any grand political overtones. Sure, it's not 1984 or Brave New World. But it is ideal for what it aims to be.<br/><br/>Everyone probably knows by now that THG involves the future on the North American continent. The Capitol, a based in the Rockies, is a glittery Oz of wealth and power. The rest of the continent is divided into 13 districts, which once rebelled against the Capitol. As punishment, each district must annually select a boy and a girl to compete in the Hunger Games - a fight to the death set in various forbidding terrains. The books follows Katniss Everdeen, the doomed heroine from District 12, the coal mining district, through her pre-games life as a bow hunter supporting her family, the selection, her brief training in the Capitol and the brutal games themselves.<br/><br/>If you have seen the movie, the book provides little extra detail. A game rule is announced at a different part in the story, and a detail about hunting dogs is omitted in the film. But for the most part, movie and book track each other like a pair of does on a forest path. Still, the book is exciting, with peril and drama on nearly every page. I'm glad I saw the movie first. The multi-colored world of the Capitol came to life in it. But I wonder whether the movie would have been enjoyable if I had read the book first. I suspect not, unless I was totally captivated by the story and its characters. Anyway, The Hunger Games was a fun read, not challenging by any stretch, nor a work of high literature, but jam packed with high stakes and terror from beginning to end.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2N15T6DTWLTE7?ASIN=0439023521	Overrated.  Very, very overrated.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book has probably been more talked about than any other over the past year or so.  However, in my opinion, it deserves almost none of the credit it has been given.  Despite being a very enthralling book, I tend to have the habit of not noticing poor writing quality until after the fact, and this book alerted me at the very beginning.  Over the course of the book (and the series), there are many chances to develop the backstory with the inner conflict with the Capitol and the tyranny, but the books live too much in the moment.  They never take time, as a good book should, to reflect on what has been happening, why it happened, and what that means.  Even in narrative, the book falls short.  It isn't written nearly well enough to have been adapted to a movie.<br/>  One of the main problems with this book is the lack of a real hero.  I mean, we all know as readers (or writers) that heroes need conflict, and some of that conflict should end in failure, right?  Well, throughout the series, every conflict, no matter how minor or major, seems to leave Katniss, the main character, in a bad position.  No matter how overdue Katniss's victory is, it never comes. Not even at the resolution of the series, in the end of Mockingjay.  Granted, I rushed through the series in 3 days, but that was only because I was so very much anticipating the resolution of the series.  However, that resolution never came.<br/>  I suppose I should talk about this book in particular.  The beginning, the introduction, is the best part of the book.  Reading it gives you the sense that you're going to be plunged into a great story, with well-rounded characters and a good plot and subplot, as well as well laid-out conflicts.  However, it disappoints in every single aspects.  THe characters turn out to be nothing but an excuse for a reason for the story, and the plot centers entirely around what happens to Katniss at the present time.  She never reflects on anything, and sometimes her lack of this simply kills the purpose of the story.  Also, her personality continually makes random, drastic changes.  For instance, at one point, she shoots another tribute in the Games with no side thoughts, just as a reflex, but later in the book, she completely freaks out about the thought of even hurting anyone.<br/>  The book is also simply, for lack of a better word, ruined by the romance aspect.  This is not a book in which romance should be prevalent.  At all.  I mean, it's always good to have some strong, quasi-romantic feelings between characters to keep it interesting, but this is not a romance book.  And it should have stayed that way.  Evidently, though, the need for romance seems to be everywhere, and it just sells more books.  I hate it when authors write certain things into their books just to guarantee people's need to buy it or to read the sequel.  There were so many other ways in which the romance could have been done, and any of them would have been better than the way it was.<br/>  For this book, the only good thing I could find was the action.  Though sparse and censored, it's there, and it does almost make the book worth reading.  At times, the book is very intense.  Sadly, though, there isn't any sort of blood or gore.  And ironically enough, the anticipated blood and gore was the entire reason I wanted to read the book in the first place.  That book really could have used some more gore.  I mean, if anyone has ever read the book Lockdown: Escape from Furnace, you'll see that the Hunger Games is like the freaking Teletubbies compared to some other teen novels.  It was way too G-rated for what it's about.<br/>  Overall, the book and series pretty much sucked.  It spent 3 whole books halfheartedly building up action, only to disappoint greatly in the end.  Actually, the ending of this first book came too soon, as well.  The book should have actually concluded, instead of simply stopping once the conflict was done.  It seems that all the author wanted to do was write about the Games.  It kind of sucked.  The book simply didn't do what it boasted, and that never ends well for anyone.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VMV5CSKDZV61?ASIN=0439023521	An entertaining ride, that is flawed... but a good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I think that this book, given the popularity of the series and recent release of the film adaptation, likely needs no introduction. At the time when I picked it up, I was taking a break from a poorly written indie book and being that the movie was getting rave reviews, decided that I would grab a popular and commercial read.<br/><br/>The premise of The Hunger Games is relatively simple and a somewhat of a typical underdog story. Set in a futuristic world, there are 12 districts that are forced by the Capitol to provide 2 teenage tributes (1 boy and 1 girl), to participate in a televised fight to the death. The story primarily follows Katniss Everdeen and her journey from volunteering as a tribute to save her younger sister from what I shall call, televised death row... to her training and ultimately, participation in the ""games"".<br/><br/>It may have been that I picked up this book at the right time and was really struggling to read the book I was crawling through, but I found that this book was easy to pick up, read, and complete. Ease of reading however, does not necessarily mean a good book or a well written story, but I will get into that.<br/><br/>Plot of The Hunger Games<br/><br/>As an author, I must say that the storytelling itself was the area that I picked up the most from this book to carry through in my own writing. It is far from perfect and is laden with plot holes, but Suzanne spins a good tale of world building and engaging the reader.<br/><br/>I had to remind myself that this is a young adult title and as such, I could excuse the fact that there is a wealth of content here that could and should have been expanded. The ability to write some strong messages was mostly missed. I wanted to know far more about the history behind the hunger games, the uprising, and the people of Panem. This was an area that was sorely missed for me. There were snippets of information which were fantastic to read, and then I was left wanting. In my opinion, the book could have been greatly improved by exploring those details and providing the reader with a far greater view of Panem, its history, culture, and much more.<br/><br/>However, what Suzanne does very well is to suck us into the story of Katniss, her struggles, and dare I say it... a ""Twilightish"" love triangle that kind of bugged me and was undercooked, but I am glad that this story is actually a decent read.<br/><br/>This does leave us with another angle to all of this, a ""discovery"" style of storytelling, where we find out bits about the world as we go along. I enjoyed the trip to the Capitol and what they discover there, and how they felt living the ""rich"" lifestyle from their ""poor"" district. Again, this is a major topic that could have had some strong messages written... and didn't. A few odd comments from characters here and there that never really struck gold for me.<br/><br/>Although my first novel also travels at a fast pace, I felt that I found myself already in the games far quicker than I had expected and a little quicker than I would have liked.<br/><br/>This was the area where things really soared in the story for me, and I found myself glued to reading. It was not groundbreaking storytelling, but it was darn good! Suzanne does have a talent for delivering world building and vivid details through storytelling and that is something that I will definitely learn from.<br/><br/>Where I was very much annoyed was the times that many events that would have been absolutely fantastic to read about... were practically ignored. For example, when Foxface died... it wasn't described at all... only the results of them. Or at the end of game days, pictures of dead adversaries would just appear in the sky. No detail, no scenes, no explanation. Convenient for the story to continue? Absolutely. As much as I do love this story, to just kill off characters for the sake of progressing the story is lazy writing and problem solving.<br/><br/>The ending of the book was a bit predictable for me, but still enjoyable to read. I do fear, however, that I really don't know where the sequel will go from here... and I hope that it doesn't turn into a love story with not much of anything going on.<br/><br/>Charactarization<br/><br/>This is a mixed bag for me.<br/><br/>Although Katniss was very well described... I found myself liking Katniss's strength and courage, but really disliking the internally emotionally damaged character that just can't seem to decide which one of her love interests to go for. It doesn't make much sense. She has Gale, who she spent so much time with but can't see herself having a relationship with... or Peeta, who saves her life and fights for her throughout the games, is in love with her, they share kisses, cuddles, etc... but she can't fall for him? What is she... The ice queen? By all counts, she should be genuine in her love for Peeta. This is where, by the end of the book... I seriously began to dislike her and feel sorry for Peeta.<br/><br/>Katniss embodies what I really dislike about girls who toy with the emotions of others. Even with her history of her mother and hard times, it doesn't excuse it.<br/><br/>The remaining characters in the Capitol and Katniss's family are somewhat well described, but I found myself really wanting to know what they were thinking or feeling during the games. As a reader, I was denied this... and for what I have read so far of Chasing Fire, it's dealt with unsatisfactorily .<br/><br/>The tributes from other districts were poorly described, with exception to the tributes that interacted closely with Katniss... ie. Rue, Peeta. I pictured Cato and Thresh as almost mindless brutes.<br/><br/>There was not many dimensions to most of the characters, and that annoyed me the most. I really liked Peeta, Rue, and Cinna the most.<br/><br/>Writing Style of The Hunger Games<br/><br/>This was easy reading, and the story flowed well on the pages... but there were more cliche's in the writing than I would have liked... it was loaded with them. ""Shaking like a leaf"", etc. There were some nice descriptions of locations, but I never found myself saying ""Wow, these prose are just fantastic"" or feeling lost in visualisation.<br/><br/>I did get sucked into the story, but found that the writing style was fluid... but somewhat flat and simplistic. As you would expect from a commercial title (although I have found plenty in commercial titles before).. there were no grammatical or spelling errors in sight.<br/><br/>Overall opinion of The Hunger Games<br/><br/>At the end of the day, I enjoyed the read... more than I had reading most titles in a long time... but I was left feeling like it could and should have been so much more. I do eagerly await seeing the movie, and hope that they did a good job of adaptation and screenwriting.<br/><br/>This is a good, solid read... but I wouldn't expect standout writing... just a good story told smoothly. The pacing is good and held my interest through most of the book, even though I had felt that there was a lot that should have been written in. The writing is good, not exemplary... but good. You can easily slide into the story and keep turning the pages, and that is always a good sign of a solid novel.<br/><br/>I have already started to read the sequel, so she has definitely done something right :)<br/><br/>It's an entertaining ride, and I do recommend the read to anyone thinking that it's all hype and no substance... you will most likely be pleasantly surprised.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R334T5QX3QC93I?ASIN=0439023521	A Sad and Violent yet Gripping Epic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">There are times when a book rises to the top not because of story or imagination, but purely based on the authors ability to grip you and keep you hooked.  Hunger Games falls into that category and Collins deserves high praise for producing a page turning epic.  The idea is not wholly original; the theme of struggle in an apocalyptic future having been presented in uncountable variations.  Yet readers will find themselves instantly engaged finding difficulty putting this book down as the pacing of the action throughout the whole book is outstanding.<br/><br/>The story revolves around the idea of a distant and vague future where the vast bulk of the population is controlled by a central capital city.  Living in separate districts, the general population lives in squalor while forced to produce and serve the capital city.  To remind the districts who is in control, the capital city forces each district to produce two children for the Hunger Games, where they fight to the death for the entertainment of the Capital.<br/><br/>The idea is unquestionably violent as it contains elements that will make most people shudder.  But one cannot help feel that Collins is delivering a message, perhaps aimed directly at those that would deliberately turn a blind eye toward the topic.  When you consider life in a first world nation where our biggest concerns often revolve around cars, clothes, and the newest smart phones and tech gadgets, while third world nations filled with people that live in squalor are invaded for oil or work for ridiculously low wages to export cheap products to the rest of us, you really have to wonder.  We have athletes that come from nations where potable water is often a luxury and we marvel at their athletic prowess and turn them into millionaires if they succeed, but send them packing back to their nations of poverty without a second thought if they fail.  What is Collins really saying here?  The Capital City may or may not represent anything, but you will look at your values a bit differently after finishing Hunger Games.  There is a lot to be said for packing in a message this powerful in a book about children.<br/><br/>The result is a very sad and violent epic, wrought with conflict and wrapped around a complex love story.  While the story is good, the writing is unquestionably exquisite.  Collins has the ability to pull you in with nearly every page, resulting in a book that is not just hard to put down, but one you will race to get back to until you finish.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NK3QUGQV9E0S?ASIN=0439023521	The Ultimate Reality show	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins channels her inner Jonathan Swift in this latest Epic Everybody Is Talking About. With its grisly last teen standing plot line, its unlikeable (if only at first) character, its dystopian world in which bored, cowed residents of a future successor state to America watch eagerly on TV as 24 kids slaughter each other, you may dislike its premise, but you'll probably keep reading anyway.<br/><br/>Since the story's told in first person present (with no framing devices like, say, ""a manuscript found in the ruins written 90 years ago by..."") you know butt-kicking Katniss is going to be around on the last page, so the suspense involves reading on to see how she'll arrive there.<br/><br/>There are some great scenes along the way: before the games start Katniss and the other contestants are paraded about in costumes. Katniss's bursts into flame (don't worry). She comes from poverty-ridden coal-mining ""District 12,"" and she's never seen a fancy shower like the one in her hotel, and she doesn't know how to operate the controls. And then there's the pregames interview which sort of sets the scene for everything that happens after.<br/><br/>And when the games do begin Ms. Collins proves she's a master at creating tension, and she gives your emotions a workout too. There's one character especially who you'll probably quickly realize you'll too soon be saying good bye to. You'll keep hoping that won't happen, but it does of course; and when it the scene comes, it'll leave you drained.<br/><br/>But reader beware: Unlike those previous Epics Everybody Was Talking About there are no warm life lessons offered up by wise, caring sorcerers (yes, Katniss does grow, but she pretty much does it without much outside help), no fuzzy types running about barefoot, no magic rings, no mythical kings, no supernatural blood-drinkers. On the contrary there's just this half-ruined world filled with that bored, cowed populace enjoying something we've all (if we can only admit it) fantasize about: A game show where contestants pay the supreme penalty.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RU4ONJD3NAINY?ASIN=0439023521	YA exploration of the evil of central government; the cruelty of government-sanctioned violence	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved The Hunger Games from the opening pages. I am not a reader of ""young adult"" fiction, and I have disliked or hated many YA novels that were recommended to me: I couldn't stand Harry Potter; I loathed Ender's Game. The Hunger Games didn't initially strike me as a ""young adult"" novel at all -- until it's unsatisfying ending. But we'll get to that later.<br/><br/>First, the basic premise (no spoilers): The story takes place at some time in the future, perhaps 100 or 150 years from now. The United States of America is no more. In its place, is a nation-state called Panem, occupying much of North America. Its capital is in the Rocky Mountains, and the rest of the nation-state is divided into thirteen regions -- or at least it was. Sometime around seventy-five years before the story begins, the thirteen regions attempted to rise up and secede from Panem, but they were defeated. In fact, the thirteenth region was nuked and is no more. As a legacy of this squelched rebellion, the Capitol holds an event called The Hunger Games each year, where one boy and one girl from each of the twelve remaining regions are drafted to fight in a televised fight-to-the-death. The purpose of this event is twofold: 1) Keep the decadent citizens of the Capitol entertained, and 2) To remind the citizens of the twelve regions that they are utterly powerless to in the face of the Capitol's might.<br/><br/>The world in which this novel takes place is a dystopian one. We mostly know about District 12, where the protagonist Katniss Everdeen lives. It is a coal-mining district in the Appalachians. The people there, and presumably in the other eleven regions, are essentially serfs -- unable to travel to other regions or even leave the fenced-in borders of their own region (legally, at least). They are hungry and starvation is a regular cause of death. Technology in the Capitol is advanced, but Katniss has never even been in a car, and there are rolling electrical blackouts. District 12 is nominally governed by a mayor, but the real powers that be are the ""Peacekeepers"" from the Capitol. Luckily for Katniss and her fellow District-12ers, these Peacekeepers are relatively benevolent and turn a blind eye to the poaching and black-market activity that keeps the district's economy afloat. We learn in the book that the citizens of other districts are not so lucky, and their Peacekeepers are more brutal. Perhaps this is a function of District 12 being far from the Capitol.<br/><br/>As you can probably guess, Katniss ends up as a participant in The Hunger Games. The story up until this point had me rapt, and once the games begin, things get even more interesting. I devoured the book in a few days, and I loved it the whole way through -- until the last few chapters. At this point, the ""young adultness"" of the book revealed itself, as the author simply made things far too easy on the characters. Katniss never really has to make a tough moral choice; everything just falls into place. The author could have explored some deeper moral issues here, but she took the easy way out instead. This is why I have to give The Hunger Games four stars instead of five.<br/><br/>Ultimately, The Hunger Games is about the evil of a remote central government and the cruelty of government-sanctioned violence. It can be viewed as an examination of our ""reality TV"" culture, mixed with our obsession with war -- so long as we send other people's kids to do the fighting. Violence here is not glorified -- it is dealt with realistically and shown to be horrible and horrifying. I just wish the author would have given her young readers more to think about with a more plausible and challenging ending.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1R3PQDWF9HZM0?ASIN=0439023521	Trust The Hype	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was very hesitant to read this book originally, due to all the hype. I didn't know anything about the book, but hype tends to scare me off. I waited until just before the last book was released to read the Harry Potter series, so it's nothing new.  However, after having the series recommended to me from several lovely bookish people that I adore and respect, I decided to give it a go. I had to reserve the book at the library; it's that popular. While I was waiting for the book to come in, I kept trying not to talk myself out of reading it.<br/><br/>I'm very glad I didn't. I started it Saturday night and only put it down because I was falling asleep. I spent all day Sunday finishing it. This book is amazing. I'm a fan of dystopian novels, and having read several I can proudly say that this one is very near the top of the list.<br/><br/>I can't even begin to state what I love the most about the book. The characters are amazing, the plot is intense. You laugh, you cry, you cringe; it has everything. I'm a hopeless romantic, so the whole storyline about the are-they-or-aren't-they love story between Katniss and Peeta, pulled at my heartstrings for a good 200 pages. But then there's always that monkey wrench thrown in at the end of a book in a trilogy isn't there?<br/><br/>I really liked that even though a common themes in novels like The Hunger Games is that life is terrible unless you're part of the elite, it was told in a new way. There is no Big Brother storyline better than in the Hunger Games Arena. Normally, I'm a little depressed when I finish one of these novels, but I was elated and almost satisfied, (in an ""I Knew It"" kind of way). I can't wait to keep reading the series and find out what happens to the characters now. Once I stop kicking myself for waiting so long to read the book. Perhaps the next time I book is hyped, I should just give in.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ERAJ0UR4KP94?ASIN=0439023521	A Remake of Battle Royale? Running Man? Lord of the Flies?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I know my title is a little brutal for a book - I'm ALMOST accusing Mrs. Collins of a rip off. But reviews are supposed to be honest; and one feeling that I was unable to shake off while reading this book was that I was reading Lord of the Flies all over again. Or The Running Man. Or The Long Walk. Or, most closely, the Battle Royale.<br/><br/>Totalitarian government - check. Dystopian world - check. Teens fighting to their deaths - check. Only one survivor must remain - check. 42 kids at the start - nope, 24. Same digits, big difference. A simplification, if you will.<br/><br/>And this is where I believe this book wins; a simplification of the complex, foreign, deeply disturbing and graphic Battle Royale for the mass Western audience. For us.<br/><br/>The strengths of the book are fantastic: a past paced thriller, a likable character, lives of innocent children at stake.<br/><br/>The weaknesses are no less formidable. The plot and the writing are unbelievably formulaic. Here are just a few I care to mention:<br/>- Make your character lovable by: (a) being an orphan; (b) having a defenseless relative, preferably a child; (c) taking care of a hurt pet;<br/>- Make your character fight against all odds, ideally for the survival of humanity;<br/>- Make sure she of he are visibly running out of either (a) time or (b) options;<br/>- Have someone (""a guardian"") warn them against the coming dangers...<br/><br/>The check list goes on.<br/><br/>I know this review is a collection of checklists; but this is exactly how I felt reading the book. A set of checklists to create an irresistible thriller.<br/><br/>Having said all that, the result is a fast-paced page turner that's impossible to put down. Well done. I truly enjoyed this book (although not the two that followed) and will watch the movie.<br/><br/>If only Katniss were less repeatedly whiny about the same issues over and over and over again... oh father... or mother... oh Prim... oh father... oh mother... oh Prim... as if no other thoughts exist to choose from. Sadly, this part gets worse as the series goes on: ad nauseum.<br/><br/>It's also amazing how Katniss gets through the Games without ... spoiler beep ... almost anyone. Lucky, I guess.<br/><br/>One major flaw that may call for a re-write, in my opinion, is the missed opportunity to create a hero. Good female leads are few and far between. Katniss (despite the name) could have been one. What do we get instead? A self-centered teen who can't decide what she wants, does what she is told, doesn't stand for much apart from her family, and manipulates the poor, sincere Peeta. Later on, it gets so bad I don't want to talk about it. Oh well.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3J3BJAAMX9BUN?ASIN=0439023521	Addictive Story, Beautifully Written--Until the Unsatisfying Ending	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">In this book, Collins tells the story of Katniss, a young girl competing in ""The Hunger Games,"" a cruel, government-orchestrated fight to the death. The plot is as compelling as it is unsettling.<br/><br/>This is a book you can't put down. The writing is excellent and the pacing flawless. The characters in general are nicely wrought. Collins keeps the reader fully engaged, trying to interpret and anticipate the moves of both the gamemakers and the competitors.<br/><br/>Despite the wonderful experience of reading this book, I began to feel a sense of unease in the last thirty or so pages, the fear that I was about to be seriously disappointed. I hoped I was wrong. But I wasn't. I hated the ending. It resolved nothing.<br/><br/>While I realize this is a series and the action resumes in ""Catching Fire"" and continues in ""Mockingjay,"" I feel authors of series works owe it to their readers to reward them at the end of each book with some overwhelming emotion, good or bad. In an epic story such as this, there needs to be some sense that the protagonist has come through some major life event that has changed him or her, prompted some sort of growth or... something. The unfeeling, jaded Katniss of Page 1 is pretty much the same girl the reader's left with on the last page. She's likable enough but still self-centered, still terribly immature and self-congratulatory. How much can the reader really care about this character and her relationships with others when, in the end, Katniss herself really doesn't much give a crap? And at the end, the story just... fizzles. I have a strong sense that this book ended at the wrong place. There needs to be some sense of closure, some feeling that the reader has completed a book. And, in the case of a series novel, there needs to be some major driving element that pushes the reader into wanting to read the next book. A bunch of unresolved loose ends, vague questions, and protagonist ambivalence, as we get here, simply is not good enough.<br/><br/>The ending here was so BLAH that I was left seriously questioning whether I wanted to invest the necessary time to keep reading the series. I thought Collins and I might have different views as to what constitutes a book ending. What if the difficulty with endings was systemic and I got to the end of ""Mockingjay"" and was left going, ""Whaaaaattt?""<br/><br/>No reader wants to be left that way.<br/><br/>But I cared about this series. I would love to love it.<br/><br/>I decided to check out the reviews for ""Catching Fire"" and ""Mockingjay"" before I went any further with this series. I needed to know whether readers were more satisfied with the endings of ""Catching Fire"" and ""Mockingjay"" than I was with the ending of ""The Hunger Games."" If they weren't, then I was unlikely to read those books.<br/><br/>In fact, I wish I'd checked out those reviews before I started the series.<br/><br/>Having completed my review of the reviews, I would suggest that strategy to anyone contemplating reading ""The Hunger Games."" That way, you'll know what you're getting into before you're where I am now.<br/><br/>Eventually, nostalgia may pull me back to the series and I'll pick up Book II. Right now, though, I feel too cheated and disappointed.<br/><br/>With just a little more effort on the part of the author and editors, this could have been a phenomenal book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGN1WD780H6TB?ASIN=0439023521	Well written, enjoyable read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this book. Written in first person present tense (a personal favorite) it grabs you from the start and literally drags you to the end.<br/><br/>""The Hunger Games"" speculates a future where twelve districts are held under the iron fist of the nation's capital, called only ""The Capital."" To remind the districts of their subservience, every year two children from each is chosen to fight in a gladiatorial and televised Hunger Games. There is only one survivor.<br/><br/>Obviously, this ""man as prey"" premise has been done before, many times. The first story I remember reading was Richard Connell's ""The Most Dangerous Game,"" but the most popular is doubtless Stephen King's ""The Running Man."" Collins's brings a new twist to the genre, though, because the main protagonist is female. (And essentially a child.)<br/><br/>I give the author credit for making the role of her heroine believable. Katniss doesn't try to go toe-to-toe with the men in the competition (like heroines in movies often do). She relies on her cunning and skill, as do all the female competitors.<br/><br/>There were a few things in the book that gave me pause, though. First off, the premise. Most parents I know would fight to the death to keep their own children from harm. So I wonder if a society that has resigned itself to willingly giving up its children every year, for a televised blood bath, is plausible. It is arguable, given some of the realities of our society that children (and human life) are valued less than they used to be...but allowing a 12-year-old to fend for herself against young men with knives and spears...I don't know...<br/><br/>The other thing I wondered about is the competitors' final adversaries. That portion of the book actually made me cry ""what!"" because it seemed a giant speculative leap. I won't delve on this any longer for fear of spoiling something. But it was certainly a surprise.<br/><br/>Overall, though, ""The Hunger Games"" is a great book. Enjoyable reading. And the eBook version I read was clean and easy to navigate. Well done!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IZHCW5LNXIKZ?ASIN=0439023521	"Is It Still ""Hip"" to Say ""Awesome"""	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Being the mother of two school teachers, I'm often called upon to read Young Adult Fiction.  I've read a number of series...Harry Potter, Narnia, Twilight, House of Night, Vampire Academy, Blue Bloods...and, while being entertained, have felt a bit concerned about the violence and sexuality that either creeps into series...after the first book or two...or appears in the opening chapters of the very first installment.<br/><br/>I understand that most of these books are recommended for older audiences, but am upset to find that many of them are being read by my daughters' fourth and fifth grade students.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is a wonderful book, that I freely recommend.  It has all the criteria...likeable characters, action, plot, believable location, and a bit of romance.<br/><br/>It isn't scary...but it is exciting...it doesn't take place in a confusing ""time"" with level upon level of creature development...but does take place in an imagineable, albeit gloomy, future...it isn't overloaded with techno speak and exaggeerated weaponry...but full of pure character and plot development... and it offers up both male and female characters to cheer for...and against. The Hunger Games is just plain old entertaining!<br/><br/>The ending left a bit to be desired...a set up for the next book in the series...but it does stand alone.  I'm hoping the next two books in the trilogy are as easy to recommend!<br/><br/>I caution parents out there to read what their children are reading.  Young Adult can cover a wide range of appropriate ages...and just because a child is within the recommended reading level, or someone else is reading these books, it doesn't mean that your child (or you) are ready for some of the subject matter.<br/><br/>I look forward to Books Two and Three of this series and future offerings from Suzanne Collins.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32ZS1H3L5PDO6?ASIN=0439023521	Deviance	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Katniss, is a young girl with a fierce attitude and a deviance of the strict laws of her world. She lives in the poor community of District 12, a district of Panem; a community of coal miners where fatalities and starvation are normal life.  Her mothers of no help since the death of her father, so feeding the family is left to Katniss. Her father used to take her to the woods, beyond the chained link fence that kept predators out of the city or the people chained in, where he would teach her to hunt with a bow and arrow to bring home supper every night.She learned To set up traps and find wild herbs for her mothers medicine and remedies for the poor community. And while she knows shes doing what she has to to keep her family alive, she always knows it highly illegal. While out in the woods she meets Gale, a boy a few years older whom is quite like Katniss. Out in the woods, defying the capitol and the Peacemakers rules of staying on the other side of the fence, all to feed his family. They become friends over the course of a few months and begin trading their knowledge of the forest their kills to trade at the Hob.  Worse then the gnawing hunger that never seems to subdue in her stomach, is the knowledge of the Hunger Games. The games all began when the rebellion started years ago and the people of District 13 tried to fight back against the Capitol. Of course the Capitol won, with their money and high tech killing machines and mutated animals to fight back the rebels. So the Capitol devised a game in which, starting at the age of twelve till eighteen, every child most put his or her name in the drawing. All twelve districts had to do this to ensure no one forgot the rebellion. A boy and a girl are chosen from each district, to all be thrown into some horrible arena to fight till the death while everyone in Panem is forced to watch. Only one person can remain standing to win The Hunger Games. That is, until Katniss plays the game.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RATEF09YYAADG?ASIN=0439023521	Teens are forced to fight gladiator style to the death.  Excellent nonstop suspense.  Many emotionally fulfilling relationships.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">STORY BRIEF FOR ALL 3 BOOKS:<br/>This is a series of three books.  The story takes place in the North American continent in the future.  There have been wars.  The result is one winner (an area in the Rocky Mountains called the Capital) which rules over the other thirteen districts in oppressing dictator fashion.  Each district has one major industry in which everyone works.  District 11 is agricultural, producing food.  District 8 has factories manufacturing products.  District 12 mines coal.  The Capital keeps the people in the districts in poverty and near starvation.  The Hunger Games are held once a year.  Two teenagers from each district (one boy and one girl) are chosen in a lottery.  The contestants are thrown into a multi-mile arena and must kill each other, with one resulting victor.  Cameras throughout the area film the event for live TV.  The game creators throw in things such as forest fires and mutated creatures.  The Hunger Games are punishments to the districts for prior rebellions against the Capital.<br/><br/>REVIEWER'S OPINION ON ALL 3 BOOKS:<br/>On hindsight, I would have gotten the most enjoyment from the following.  Read books 1 and 2.  Then read my two paragraph summary of book 3's ending.  This summary is the first comment AFTER my REVIEW of book 3.  The last part of book 3 was too depressing.  I was in a miserable mood for a couple of days.  I don't like to feel that way.  I needed to know what happened to Katniss and others, but I wish I didn't have to read book 3 to find out.<br/><br/>The series (must be read in order):<br/>5 stars.  Book 1:  The Hunger Games<br/>5 stars.  Book 2:  Catching Fire<br/>2 stars.  Book 3:  Mockingjay<br/><br/>STORY BRIEF FOR THE FIRST BOOK ""The Hunger Games.""<br/>Her father died in a coal mine explosion when Katniss was 11.  In order to provide food for the family, Katniss learns to hunt with a bow and arrow.  She sneaks out of the District into the woods and shoots game.  She hunts with her best friend Gale, who is good at trapping.  When the lottery selects Katniss' younger sister Prim to go to the Hunger Games, Katniss immediately steps forward to take her place.  Peeta the baker's son is the boy chosen to go.  The story is about Katniss and Peeta traveling to the Capital and being contestants in the game.<br/><br/>REVIEWER'S OPINION:<br/>Book 1 is complete with a happy ending, but oppression and evil still exist.  So it's a partial happy ending in the way of the Harry Potter endings.  Each book has good defeating bad, but the destruction of the main evil force doesn't happen until the last book in the series.  You don't have to read books 2 and 3 of the Hunger Games, but if you like book 1, you'll want to read more.  It's told in first person which is not my favorite, but it works.  It increases suspense by staying in Katniss' mind.<br/><br/>If someone tells me good people die in a book, my first reaction is I don't want to read it.  I don't want to be depressed.  But the emotions I felt during this book were more about excitement, fear, and fulfillment than depression and grief.  Again it's similar to the Harry Potter books in that deaths of good people creates more hatred toward evil rulers.  There is some grief, but it's not the major feeling.<br/><br/>This is young adult (YA) science fiction.  I am much older than YA, and I loved it.  It reminded me of how I felt reading the Harry Potter and Twilight series.  There is something wonderful and great about it.  Don't expect the romance of Twilight.  It's more about various relationships which I love: family, friends, supporters, enemies, allies, love, evil, and ""changes"" in relationships.  There are heartwarming relationships.  It's emotionally fulfilling.<br/><br/>I ""agree exactly"" with Stephen King's quote on the cover ""A violent, jarring, speed-rap of a novel that generates nearly constant suspense...I couldn't stop reading.""<br/><br/>I love romance novels and read tons of them.  But I get tired of so many of them feeling churned out with nothing different of special, or having a character do something stupid to create suspense.  Well this book is ""full of different and special.""  And I love that the author does not resort to stupidity.  You have all these smart teens with different skills and strengths.  They do smart things to survive and kill.  Deaths happen but not due to someone's stupidity.  The conflicts and events are refreshingly well done.<br/><br/>Other thoughts:  I believe this is being made into a movie.  I would have liked a map of the thirteen districts, including their industries.<br/><br/>DATA:<br/>Story length: 374 pages.  Swearing language: none.  Sexual content: none.  Setting: future North American country called Panem.  Copyright: 2008.  Genre: young adult science fiction, post-apocalyptic.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SIKRSYB6OZMX?ASIN=0439023521	A promising start to the trilogy keeps me hungry for more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was initially hesitant to start this book (and another series) due to the ""Young Adult"" reading label. I'm a good bit older than a ""young adult,"" but that definitely didn't stop me from enjoying Suzanne Collins' The Hunger Games. In fact, I actually enjoyed the quicker pace and shorter overall length of the story and finished it in a single sitting (which was a necessity since I couldn't put it down). A very simple plot, sixteen-year old Katniss Everdeen lives in a post-apocalyptic society not too far removed from our current one on Earth. The science is a bit more advanced, and a war has resulted in totalitarian government called The Capitol. Societies are divided into 12 different districts, each accounting for a different trade skill. Every year, the government holds the Hunger Games, where two teenagers (male and female) are selected by lottery from each district and forced to compete in a battle to the death, with only one child surviving. The games serve as a form of punishment for a previous rebellion and to show the people that they are always under the complete control of the Capitol. The reference to the title comes from the lack of food that is a driving factor for survival during the games, and also an allusion to Katniss' own life in District 12, which is stricken by poverty and her daily quest to find food for her family.<br/><br/>Character development is handled very well in Collins' novel. Immediately Katniss comes off as a liable protagonist. A strong and independent woman, who has spent her life trying to feed and care for her family, ensures that the reader's loyalties remain with her throughout the story. I believe that creating a likable character is critical to any fictional work. Too many times I have read a book from authors who have missed this point and I've spent 500 pages following someone who I did not have an emotional investment in. That's not the case with Katniss. She is strong but fallible. I'm not led to believe that she's a superwoman, so when she is in danger, I am lulled into a sense of fear for her survival, even though I know she is the main character and, with two sequels, don't have to worry about her dying too quickly. Given that there can only be one victor, and Katniss is seemingly charged with having to kill a minimum of one other contestant to win the games and stay alive, Collins still manages to handle this fact with aplomb while maintaining some sensitivity about her. The rest of the characters are well-developed as well. Even with 24 contestants in the Hunger Games, about half of them are given their own identities and perfectly described in a way that ensures that she doesn't take the easy way out, and just throw in 23 ""villains"" for Katniss to fight. She actually has a very clever way of handling this that separates her story from the numerous other ""most dangerous game"" concepts that have appeared over the last 100 years.<br/><br/>While it is targeted as a young adult novel, I think The Hunger Games can be enjoyed by anyone 12 and up. Yes, it is fairly brutal, but I don't feel that the descriptions or subject material is bad enough where parents should keep this book away from children, who have most likely already been desensitized to this level of violence by that age anyway. As I said, it is not a masterpiece, but it did keep me thoroughly entertained and glued to the page. I honestly can't recall a single page I was bored with, and if a book manages to do that, it's hard for me to give it less than five stars. Anyone who enjoyed it and is looking for more, should check out Stephen King's <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Long-Walk/dp/0451196716"">The Long Walk</a></span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29BEWBTRANIVB?ASIN=0439023521	One of the best books read so far!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you are a regular reader of books, you know about The Hunger Games Trilogy. I knew about the books, knew everyone was raving about them, but I just couldn't bring myself to read them.  At first, the book didn't seem to appeal to me.  The summary seemed to TV Survivor for me and the hype that was going around with the books made me cringe that they wouldn't live up to my expectations.  Yet, I created a poll letting you--my blog readers--decide if I should read it as my first series of the year to review.  I admit that I complained to my family that The Hunger Games was in the lead.  I just knew that if this series was the winner of the poll, I would have to suffer through 3 books of reading that I would despise.  After the poll closed, and The Hunger Games was the clear winner, I dug out my copies of the books and started to read.<br/><br/>Can I just say one thing? What the heck was I thinking???<br/><br/>I can't believe I waited and dragged my feet about reading this book! By the end of the first chapter, I was so engrossed in this story that I could not put it down.  I barely set it down long enough to go on Twitter and tell everyone I was so stupid for not reading it!  The adventure, the suspense, the writing--all of it was amazing!  Each chapter seemed to end with a bigger climatic finish than the last.  I cried, cheered and my heart broke into a million pieces several times over in this book.  I absolutely fell in love with Peeta from the moment his eyes teared up on the train.  I loved Katniss from the moment she opened her mouth in the first chapter.  When it comes to Rue, my heart broke for her and I wanted to pick flowers for her as well.<br/><br/>What more can I say about this book to convince you that you have to read it?  I was once a reader who kept saying that I would never read this series. If this is you, then I will tell you to read it! I was one of those people who didn't believe it would live up to the hype and thought it sounded boring.  Now I am a fellow hard core fan of this series and I still have two more books to go.  It is still early on in the series, but I will say that I am Team Peeta!  What team are you on?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21WVKC25Q28CD?ASIN=0439023521	Absolutely Spoiler Free Review (if you've managed to not hear anything about this yet...)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So after months of seeing nothing but blog post after blog post for the release of Mockingjay, the third book in The Hunger Games Trilogy, after hearing a very close friend rave about the series, I caved. I went out and bought the first book, The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins.<br/><br/>In the post-apocalyptic world, where North America once lay, is the country of Panem. With it's shining Capitol at the center of twelve districts. The Capitol rules all. The very lives of the people are not even under their own control, they live and die by the Capitol's generosity and greed.<br/><br/>Seventy-five years ago there were thirteen districts, and there was a rebellion. The districts rose up against the rule of the Capitol. And were squashed. District 13 was destroyed utterly and the other twelve live an even more bleak existence. Since then, the Capitol, to remind the people of their absolute power and the futility of dissent, has required that each district provide two tributes. One girl and one boy between the ages of twelve and eighteen are taken to compete in the Hunger Games. A nationally televised event that pits these children against each other, and only one can come out alive.<br/><br/>When sixteen-year-old Katniss Everdeen steps forward to take her place in the Seventy-Fourth Hunger Games she regards it as a death sentence. Having to feed and provide for her mother and younger sister for the last several years has made Katniss persevere. She already knows how to fight to live, how to endure difficulties, and it will take every inch of her abilities in order to gain success. But if she's going to win, Katniss is going to face hard decisions. Life against love. Survival against humanity. And at the end of it all, if she actually manages to succeed, will she be someone she can live with?<br/><br/>Because I know there are people out there that haven't read these yet, I'm going to try to remain spoiler free. I really believe that this series is one that's best enjoyed as it unfolds. Suzanne Collins did a wonderful job of pulling me along and wringing emotions out of me, from smiles, to tears, to outright shock.<br/><br/>Katniss has had a hard life. She lost her father quite a while before the story begins and because her mother was so stricken with grief, it fell to Katniss to make sure that her family lived. She became the main provider, going outside the electrified fences that surround the district in order to hunt. Learning to trade and bargain. Selling and buying in order to keep her sister from ever knowing the depth of despair she had. She's a strong heroine, but she's not perfect.<br/><br/>She makes mistakes, misreads people and their objectives - even when it seems so clear to everyone else - and she can be exceptionally hard-headed. I admit that there were times when I wanted to shake her to make her see the truth of something, but in the end all it did was endear her more to me. Katniss is a heroine you can root for. Flaws and all.<br/><br/>The relationships between Katniss and everyone around her was something I truly enjoyed. For all her rough edges, Katniss has a very big, soft heart and you could easily see that in her thoughts and conversations. From her family, to her mentor for the Games, to her fellow tribute, even other competitors in the arena, each interaction brought more...just more of everything. There were several times I was moved to tears and sometimes I was smiling through them.<br/><br/>Beyond the characters, which I absolutely fell in love with, the world surrounded me in its embrace, holding me tight and showing me everything. I felt involved there, connected to the people and the place. More than anything I wanted to fight alongside them, with them, for them. Ms. Collins paints a vivid picture of a dark and gritty world, brushed with realism that, quite honestly, hit me like a punch to the gut.<br/><br/>With my emotions, frequently, running high I raced through The Hunger Games anxious to see what would happen next. It kept me on the edge of my seat, staying up late into the night. In fact, I finished it around midnight on a Friday, fell asleep and woke up to immediately go to the store to buy the next two. Which I promptly read.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is a dark, gritty, emotional story filled with pain, joy, loss and love. I definitely recommend it to anyone looking to get lost in a vivid world filled with characters that make you feel and a plot that doesn't let you go.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CKQOFHDNP63L?ASIN=0439023521	Best Book Series I've Ever Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games / 978-0-545-22993-7<br/><br/>I read this series under recommendation of not one, but two friends, and now at the end of it, I can honestly say that I think this trilogy is the best series of novels I've ever read. It's sometimes difficult for me to write 5-star reviews, when I know that nothing I can say will convey the elegance and beauty of the novel nearly as well as just picking it up and reading it!<br/><br/>It's difficult to know how to categorize ""The Hunger Games"". I suppose they're science fiction, of a sort - after a nuclear war apocalypse, the borders of the maps have been redrawn, much like the classic ""<a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Deathlands/dp/0373811977"">Deathlands</a>"" series. The world as our main characters know it now consists of a single, decadent capitol, and the slum districts that surround it, where the serf-like inhabitants toil in destitution in order to support the lavish lifestyles of their rulers. Each year is a build-up towards a single event - the Hunger Games - where ""tribute"" children from the districts are placed in a single arena and forced to fight one another to the death.<br/><br/>It's not pretty stuff, but Suzanne Collins manages always to show the highs of human spirit in her narrative as well as the lows. Amidst decadent corruption and destitute desperation, her characters exhibit incredible strength of will, determination of love, and an overarching need to protect the young and vulnerable. Fascinatingly, Collins manages to provide us with a heroine - Katniss - who is both an incredibly strong, determined survivor, and yet also an unreliable narrator - succumbing on more than one occasion to survivor's guilt, and doubting her own judgment and motives even as she struggles to save the people she holds most dear.<br/><br/>Even if you don't care about character depth and development, it's hard to not appreciate the active pace of ""The Hunger Games"". Whether Katniss is fighting with her opponents, scavenging for food, or running for her life, the narrative is always fast-paced and hair-raising. Collins has a great sense of pacing, and understands when Katniss (and the reader) requires a moment of rest and recuperation; these moments are careful interspersed to provide much needed breaks between the horror and shock that is the experience of these brutal games.<br/><br/>I personally found these books to be compellingly written and wonderfully entertaining (both as single novels and as a series as a whole); so much so that I purchased the audio book as well, narrated by the smooth tones of ""<a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Law-Order/dp/B002BWQ4C8"">Law &amp; Order</a>""'s Carolyn McCormick. I should add, in the interest of fairness, that although 9 of 10 people I recommended this book to loved it (and couldn't wait to finish the series), my own husband didn't find the novel compelling enough to continue, citing his frustration that much of the meat of the novel features Katniss alone, with minimal interaction with other characters. For me, this was not a problem (and, as an issue, it is all but removed from the next novels), but I mention it here for fairness and as a reminder that no one book is perfect for everyone.<br/><br/>~ Ana Mardoll</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23DBF53KHBRWR?ASIN=0439023521	Review of The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Sometimes when I approach a book for the second time I pause for a moment and wonder, ""What if I don't like it as much this time?""  THE HUNGER GAMES by Suzanne Collins was no exception - but within the first few pages that feeling was immediately squashed and, once again, I found myself swept away by the story.<br/><br/>Knowing what was going to happen in the book did not dull the message much at all for me.  I remember being horrified my first time through the story and that horror was still there, but a bit muted.  I still cried; when Katniss does the unthinkable for love of family, when Rue cries out for help, when Peeta learns of Katniss' true feelings.<br/><br/>I'm not really much of a Team Girl - but I've always learned a little more toward Gale.  I like strong characters (and Katniss is a female character I've begun to compare all YA females to).  Peeta still comes off as weak to me, helpless.  This time I read through the story and found myself wondering what Gale would have done, were he in the same situations.  Would he have survived?<br/><br/>Suzanne Collins is very talented.  She can take a 350+ page book and make it feel like it barely is 100 pages with her ability to create momentum, suspense, a fantastic world that you are able, almost immediately, to grasp.  Her descriptions of the food in the Capital had me drooling and I'm not even close to being in the same boat as these teens from District 12.  The imagination behind Cinna and the costumes; the strategy of the games - everything is put together so well that, once started, I can't imagine anyone putting this book down.<br/><br/>This book goes on the yearly re-read list for me. It's one of those stories that will make your imagination jump around like a 5 year old who has eaten too much sugar.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2AAMDUGK42I0Q?ASIN=0439023521	Staying alive	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games takes place in a future where the United States has devolved into a nation called ""Panem"" with 12 tributary states surrounding it.  The states (originally there were 13) had rebelled, but have since been pacified and as a result are required to offer two of their young people (ages 12 to 18, I think) as ""tributes"" to compete in the ""Hunger Games,"" a televised gladiator-style fight to the death.  Katniss, a 16 year old from District 12, volunteers when her younger sister is chosen.  But things become more complicated when the boy tribute from her district is Peeta, a slightly older boy who had once saved her and her family from starving.<br/><br/>This is a plot-line which has been used many times before, but I liked the way Collins used the reality-TV aspect to such great effect (although I wonder if many young readers will truly appreciate it).  To emphasize the connection with the Roman gladiators many of those involved in producing the games have Romanesque (or perhaps Greek?) names.  I also wondered if ""Panem"" was perhaps a nod to Edgar Rice Burroughs' similarly post-apocalyptic <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Lost-Continent/dp/1592244963"">The Lost Continent</a>, where America had become ""Pan America.""  But although some aspects of the plot feel a little contrived, the characters are sympathetic and it keeps you interested to the end (even if the romantic subplot was overplayed to the point of sappiness).  I didn't care for the first-person-present voice, and while the violent subject matter made me question if this would be wholly appropriate to younger teenagers (in particular, my 11 year old daughter who desperately wants to read it), the actual violence was generally somewhat muted.  But still, I find myself wanting to read the rest of the series to find out how it ends.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RH28CQPPOD7J4?ASIN=0439023521	A Review Without Spoilers.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Finally, I've been able to ""read"" or rather, listen to this book.  I knew very little about it other than a lot of people have read it. I purposely did not read any reviews beforehand because I wanted to judge the book unfettered by expectations and prior plot knowledge.  I read many books, but also like to listen to them while driving and having to do mundane household tasks. Not all books ""translate"" well, or are not read by someone who neither takes, or even adds, to the book, an important factor in my opinion.  I've actually stopped listening to a few recorded books because I found the reader's expressive voice to be an annoying distraction to the story.  In such a case, I opt to read the book itself. However, gladly  in the case of The Hunger Games, Carolyn McCormick's voice reads the book as I believe the author intended the story to be heard: straightforward, strong yet feminine, and with unflinching courage; all attributes  that embody Katniss Everdeen; it is from her point of view that we experience The Hunger Games. I also believe this is how Katniss' voice would have emerged within my reading mind, and that in itself is an amazing accomplishment.<br/><br/>On to the book itself.  One word: Wow.<br/><br/>I've promised no spoilers or reveal too much of the plot because I believe that is how this story should be experience by a reader or listener. I will reveal that Suzanne Collins turns our present and reflects it back on us as our possible future. War. The Conqueror and the Conquered. The disparity of the rich and poor and the vulnerability of the poor to bear the lion's share of society's suffering.  It further addresses (though not directly, always inferred though the story) our insatiable appetite for reality television with its contrived and not-so-real storylines to manufacture drama for a salivating public.  A government's desperate need to keep control of a population by exploiting and killing its children in a way that can only be described as horrifying and peddle it as entertainment for the masses. And, at the center of these converging themes is: Katniss Everdeen.<br/><br/>Now, knowing the contents the book, I have read some of the reviews, mostly the one and two star reviews. Most of them compare and accuse this book of being too closely related to Lord of the Flies, or Battle Royale.  Frankly, I think the Lord of the Flies comparison is inappropriate and only relatable because the common threads are children and survival; it's too narrow of a brush to condemn The Hunger Games from my perspective.  This same comparison was made to Michael Grant's Gone series by its critics and that book is more closely related to Lord of my Flies in my opinion.  Yet, I also like Gone (If you like this book you probably will like the Gone series) and accept the comparison without the denouncement.<br/><br/>Battle Royale is a closer relation, yet Collin's speaks to America's current obsession with reality TV. At the time of this writing, the Internet and Magazines are abuzz with one woman's apparent nervous breakdown captured on TV to a ratings bonanza.  What if it were required by government that the public was required to watch humans murder the innocent in order to survive themselves? Would many people balk? Or would this be the time our humanity would break through the cracks to bloom at the risk our own lives?  As it stands currently, it doesn't look good for us humans.<br/><br/>Bottom line: The story is riveting and Collins will keep you on the edge of your seat.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17E8Y08NZ5LLD?ASIN=0439023521	Absolutely fantastic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After many students suggested that I read this book, I finally gave in and picked it up.  I must admit up front that I had a very hard time reading this book.  I am a teacher, and the ideas behind this book was hard for me to swallow.  However, this was a very good book once you just allowed it to set in.<br/><br/>Basically, the world has changed.  Katniss lives in the poorest district of Panem.  She learns to hunt beyond the fence (an illegal activity) in order to provide for her mother and sister after the death of her father.  However, the day that we begin brings us to reaping day.  On this day, two contestants from each district, one boy and one girl, are chosen to go to the capital to fight to the death in The Hunger Games.  Each child from the ages of 12-18 have their name in a lottery.  At 12, the child has one entry and then it goes up as the age goes up.  Katniss is worried about herself, but she doesn't think her sister would have a chance of being called, until of course, that happens.  The moment her sisters name is called, Katniss decides to take her sister's place.  Katniss volunteers to go to the slaughter so that her sister can stay behind.  Her fellow competitor from her district ends up being Peeta, a baker's boy.  The two are taken to the capital together.  They are styled and shown off for the entertainment of the rich all the while getting ready to be killed in the arena.  Once in the arena, the children are supposed to kill one another until the last child is standing.  Who will survive?<br/><br/>It's hard not to get caught up into this adventure and survival story.  Katniss is an intricate character that grows on you almost immediately.  I loved the interactions between her and Peeta.  It was an interesting relationship to watch grow.  The action keeps you drawn in and this book is extremely difficult to put down.  As I mentioned before, I had a hard time with the premise.  My life is dedicated to protecting and encouraging children.  I find it hard to imagine children killing one another, or even being put into that situation.  That premise might have been one of the reasons why I put off reading this book for so long.  It is a brutal tale and some of the scenes are difficult to swallow.  It is not for the faint of heart or for younger readers.  As a teacher, I would judge the students maturity level before I turned this book over to them, and if I was a parent, I would read it first.<br/><br/>5/5 stars and I can't wait until I get a chance to read the second and third books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UR7JAPBY66W7?ASIN=0439023521	A dark and distant future that rings all too familiar -- a gripping story of survival and friendship in a brutal age	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins writes for children and about children, but her themes, of the effects of poverty and class and war on the minds of the young and the needy, are not at all juvenile or simplistic.  My children and I loved her Underland Chronicles (beginning with <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Gregor-The-Overlander/dp/0439678137"">Gregor The Overlander</a>) and this new series, whose world is both more complex (in part because it is less fantasy and more like a palpable and possible future) and more dangerous, this new series starts out strong with as much intensity as the last installment of Gregor, and if the beginning is anything to go by the series as a whole promises to be even richer and more intense.<br/><br/>Katniss is a survivor, a young hunter who has struggled her whole life to keep her family from starvation, from the time her father died and her mother essentially stopped living.  She lives in a post-apocalyptic future, in a poor colony among twelve colonies that are managed through fear by an autocratic centralized government.  To ensure the feeling of subjugation and of the futility of resistance on the part of the colonies, the rulers hold an annual contest, forcing children from each colony to come to the capital and fight to the death, in a kind of gladiatorial survivor reality show, survivor takes all.  When her younger sister is selected to fight, Katniss volunteers to take her place and finds herself opposite a considerate boy her age who once did her a kindness, who she would hate to harm.  The real question as the games proceed is whether in such a situation Katniss can keep her humanity, or whether her struggle to survive and to protect her family will kill her soul.<br/><br/>It's a very intriguing story, in a very intriguing world, that turns out to be not so different from our own.  It's also a gripping read.  Once I got into it I couldn't put it down.  It's not for younger children -- while it's not quite <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Battle-Royale/dp/B000F4LPJ6"">Battle Royale</a> it should definitely be classed as young adult rather than juvenile fiction for its violence and disturbing elements -- but it would be a very good book for mature readers to discuss themes of war, violence, class, economics, politics, morality, and entertainment.  The tone of the book reminded me quite a bit of my experience reading the excellent <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Tripods-Trilogy/dp/0020425716"">Tripods Trilogy</a> as a kid.  My two oldest children and I look forward to reading the continuation of the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GSU2KCGGVFF1?ASIN=0439023521	Creative dystopian novel	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">In the nation of Panem, the only civilization left in the ruins of North America, fear is power. The Capitol keeps each of the twelve surrounding districts on a tight leash by exploiting this fear, particularly through a cruel and vicious ceremony known as the Hunger Games, a yearly contest for survival. Each district is required to send one boy and one girl between the ages of twelve and eighteen to compete in this fight for life that is televised live for all of Panem to bet on and enjoy.<br/><br/>Things are going fine for sixteen-year-old Katniss Everdeen of the poorest part of District 12. Her family is doing relatively well and Katniss hasn't gotten caught hunting in the forest or poaching, crimes punishable by death. She even has a trustworthy partner in her illegal activities, a real friend. But when her younger sister is randomly drawn to be a contestant in the Hunger Games, she volunteers to take her place out of love and desperation. And even if Katniss doesn't think she stands a chance, coming from the dumps of the poorest district, survival is part of who she is. But in the Hunger Games, there is no room for the luxuries of friendship or even humanity, because there can only be one victor.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games contains a shockingly disturbing view of the future in which humanity has progressed backward even if civilization and technology continues. It is a completely dystopian future where wealth is unevenly distributed to an extreme degree, starvation is commonplace, and fear rules people's lives. Yet, in the midst of this harsh and unforgiving atmosphere, small amounts of humanity to persevere, especially in the form of spunky heroine Katniss. The fight for survival drives her to the edge between right and wrong, and Katniss struggles between feeling compassion for her human competitors and ruthless killing like a machine in order to win. I felt Collins illustrates this precarious balance very well through this action packed and thought provoking novel. The inclusion of romance and Katniss' confusion over her feelings, even if that part gets rather annoying, only further demonstrates the struggle of humanity against a cruel regime of power, because love and friendship are the most human one can get. Suspenseful and full of hidden meaning, this page turner wills stick with readers beyond the last page and leave them craving more.<br/><br/>If the ""End of Book one"" on The Hunger Games' last page is any indicator, this must read will soon be continued in a sequel or series. Fans of other dystopian novels including the Uglies series by Scott Westerfeld, Shift by Charlotte Agell, Unwind by Neal Shusterman, Cherry Heaven by L.J. Adlington, and The Giver by Lois Lowry will not want to miss The Hunger Games.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RAC68PWWV8EVG?ASIN=0439023521	A Book That Absolutely Lives Up To The Hype	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought The Hunger Games mainly based on the overwhelming positive reviews here on Amazon. My track record for books living up to the hype isn't all that fantastic as few books really live up to the raves they get online.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is a notable exception where the book is as good, if not better than the hype that surrounds it.  The Hunger Games is a smart, engaging and well written book.  Although it lives solidly in the Young Adult Fiction genre it plays on enough levels that adults will be just as engaged and entertained reading it as young adults.<br/><br/>While the general premise of The Hunger Games seems like Battle Royale gone Young Adult, what's actually inside is much more profound and much more extensive.  The Hunger Games is really a story of a girl becoming a woman after being forced to deal with the responsibilities of an adult world. The games provide the template to tell this story.<br/><br/>While the action in the book is practically non-stop the strength of the book lies in the more subtle moments between characters.<br/><br/>While Hermine represented a strong female character in the Harry Potter series, she doesn't hold a candle to Katniss Everdeen who is by far one of the strongest girls in literature.  Katniss not only eclipses Hermine, she makes Twilight's Bella Swan look positively demure.<br/><br/>There are too many great twists and turns in The Hunger Games that can be spoiled. So I'd encourage you to avoid reading too much and just take the plunge and buy this book.<br/><br/>I'd be shocked if The Huger Games isn't adapted into a movie and will be extremely surprised if this series doesn't get the broad kudos and adulation it deserves.  If you've been looking for the next best thing in Young Adult Fiction, look no further. You've found it in The Hunger Games.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25TZ7RTPN1BWK?ASIN=0439023521	In the Hunger Games, there can be only one winner - and this book is definitely a winner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The greedy, materialistic rulers of Panem's capitol seek to prevent the 12 districts under their rule from organizing another uprising like that which ended in the destruction of the 13th district in this post-apocalyptic thriller. The vehicle of their annual reminder of the futility of organization and dissent is the Hunger Games, where two children ages 12-17 from each of the 12 districts are forced to battle to the death until there is only one survivor. If you call that surviving.<br/><br/>Katniss Everdeen, 16, is the female tribute (contender) of District 12 for the Hunger Games. She is no stranger to struggle for survival and loss; however, having starved most of her 16 years is she ready to survive a ""game"" that some tributes have prepared their whole lives for? Suzanne Collins juggles beautifully her struggles, triumphs, and frustrations in this coming of age thriller. The action is non-stop - don't think for a second that you will be able to put this book down. Written from Katniss' perspective, there will be unanswered questions - either things Katniss does not know herself or events (such as what led to this society) that the author expects you to accept. However, this book will grip you from page one - and those unanswered questions may haunt you - but never fear, this is book one - I hope Ms. Collins answers some of these questions and more in subsequent installments (or perhaps another parallel series?).<br/><br/>I question the age suggestion for this book - it is written for teens, but clearly will captivate an adult audience. I would not suggest it for younger tween readers, as death (but not gore!) are in abundance. Ms. Collins gracefully gives you just enough details without leaving a searing mental image - however, the concept could still be difficult for young readers. The character development is excellent - leaving us with believable, flawed characters who struggle with their own identity and emotions. The ending for this book I am sure was difficult to construct - it did take me a bit by surprise and was a tad bit unsettling, but believable and leaves you yearning for book two.<br/><br/>If you liked the television show Jericho - get this book. If you are an adult who appreciated the book ""Damnation Alley"" get this book. If you are a young adult who loved the Shadow Children books - get this book! If you at are all curious about this book - get it. It will leave you wanting to discuss it with someone - wondering... What if?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWIEKXN4AZAQS?ASIN=0439023521	"Futuristic, postapocalyptic ""The Lottery"" meets ""The Most Dangerous Game"""	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book for young adults has it all -- adventure, intrigue, drama, violence and yes, even romance. The reader cannot help but make comparisons as the book opens with talk of ""the reaping"" which brings overtones of ""The Lottery"" to mind. In section 12, as in all other 11 districts in a futuristic, post apocalyptic United States, children aged 12-18 must appear at a gathering where the name of a boy and a girl will be selected at random from a large ball. Upon selection, these children will be the district's tribute to the Capitol as a type of repayment for infractions and rebellion at a previous point in time. The children from each sector are taken to the Capitol and then released into an arena where they compete to the death in The Hunger Games. Sixteen year old Katniss, a skilled hunter for her district, volunteers to take the place of her younger sister and is transported to the training center at the Capitol in luxury with a baker's son, Peeta. Both teens, along with pairs from the other 11 districts, are gathered for a week of activities that sound much like a team arrival at the Olympic Games or like young women at a Miss America beauty pageant. The events scheduled for the week preceding the games involve marketing of the game players, stylists, trainers and eliciting sponsors.  Finally the week is over and Katniss and Peeta are released into the arena. What follows is the game of kill or be killed. The teenagers need food, water and shelter to survive. Only one victor is allowed; everyone else must be vanquished. The story of Katniss' time in the arena, reminiscent of ""The Most Dangerous Game"" (where man is prey, hunted by other man) and sounds like scenes from ""The Gladiator"" is harsh and filled with terror and pain. Can she survive when it means that she must kill humans to live?  Who will emerge as the winner when it means that humanity will be lost?  Fast paced and filled with suspense, this is the first book in what appears to be a new series by this author. Despite some descriptive gore and violence, this reader highly recommends THE HUNGER GAMES for high school age teens and young adults.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJEBN41Z7DTVT?ASIN=0439023521	Sci-fi tale for YA and OA!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">In the future of North American, there exists a new order.  The Capital has defeated all the outlying Districts (made up of thematically organized previous states; for example, District 12 is Appalachia, with its emphasis on coal production.  Another District may be agriculture).  In tribute, the Capital demands the annual sacrifice of 2 children, ages 12-18, from each District, to battle to the death in a weird beauty pageant-American Idol-Olympics hybrid: ""The Hunger Games.""<br/><br/>Katniss is a girl living with her mother and younger sister in District 12.  When her sister's name is called, Katniss volunteers to take her place.  Twenty-four teens are treated like royalty, then cast into the arena to see which one lives, and which 23 die. It takes a couple of weeks.  The arenas are very large.<br/><br/>The winner receives the best of everything for the rest of his or her life.  The other 23... die.  But even death can bring shame or glory to a District.  These Games are broadcast throughout the nation, and given that watching the Games is mandatory, and that cameras pick up all that is said or done by the 24, the fact that these are life-or-death situations is sometimes lost on the viewers, especially the viewers from the Capital, who like to be reminded that they defeated the Districts, and that the Districts live or die at their whim.<br/><br/>This story is told from the perspective of Kat.  It really is a moment by moment, a blow by blow detailing of her selection, her ""preparation,"" and her battles.<br/><br/>The story ends as the end of Book One.  Expect more about this country.  I predict District 13, allegedly destroyed, lurks outside the nation's borders, its inhabitants free.  Just a guess for a future story in this series.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games was engaging, creative, and hopping with energy.  Once the Games begin, the book itself is hard to put down.  Can Kat really kill other children?<br/><br/>Recommended for both young and old adults with an interest in science fiction and fantasy.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R290VHRV053AH0?ASIN=0439023521	Fast and intense	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is fast and a great read. Its very intense and a great series. I read all three which i highly recommend. I am not a big reader but with these books i read them all with in about a week and a half.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RG5IEP6I66JKR?ASIN=0439023521	I had to go back and read the first one	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read Catching Fire first, the second in Suzanne Collins' Hunger Games trilogy. But I was hooked. So now I've read the Hunger Games too and I can't wait for the final volume.<br/><br/>Hunger Games is a young adult series set in a post-apocalyptic world where food and populations have shrunk, and government is centralized in a city that controls its outlying towns with poverty and fear. An earlier rebellion is mentioned but never quite described, and the authorities memorialize their victory with yearly televised games. Each town provides a boy and girl who then fight to the death in a carefully constructed, video-recorded paradise, the winner achieving fame fortune, and food for a year.<br/><br/>Katniss lives in District Twelve, where the rule of law is not quite so fiercely imposed, and where the poverty of coal-mining is sometimes supplemented with the plenty of forbidden hunts. She's a wily huntress, a gifted saleswoman, and a devoted sister doing everything she can to ensure that her little sister's name never gets drawn for the Games.<br/><br/>But this year, Katniss is the one fighting and scheming for her life, filled with conflicting emotions about the family left behind, the boyfriend, the fellow contender, and of course, the TV crews.<br/><br/>In an amazingly powerful scene, Katniss copes with the ministrations of adoring TV make-up artists by imagining them like fawning animals, and suddenly the parallels with our society becomes more sharply focused and more curiously intriguing. The author creates wonderfully plausible characters, and a background world that's just sufficiently told to intrigue, and sufficiently hidden to be real. I have so many questions, and I'm so involved in Katniss's life now; I really want to read on.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXZDQTQ4TK6IG?ASIN=0439023521	Love it.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't stop reading this book.  Love it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXLBU0LWU3CZM?ASIN=0439023521	Recommended reading by all	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fabulous book. Recommended reading by all.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KGNTTT2OKPCW?ASIN=0439023521	Nothing but the best	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Always amazing work from Suzanne Collins !</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RITX342IX4HP8?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Way above average for a young adult novel.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21IJV3803M8FL?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">some parts not suitable for young children</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TV4AS00CGGU2?ASIN=0439023521	Easy and entertaining read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Definitely a very good read.  I am about to start on the sequel...which I think should just be part of the same book.  I guess authors need to make money so they break up their books into sequels/trilogies.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25B7REMM0MA7L?ASIN=0439023521	Great Great, Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book.  I don't normally read YA, but this was awesome.  Now I'm so glad I dind't see the movie now.  I'm sure I woudl hve walked away thinking that was good wehn the book was actually great.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RDFPWPQ3S64Z?ASIN=0439023521	I hope the movie does the book justice	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really loved each of the books in this series. Even though this series is aimed towards young adults, as a not so young adult, I found the characters,plot, and theme rich enough for enjoyable reading.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OP7G1LF6V359?ASIN=0439023521	Just fabulous	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So many others have already reviewed this book that I doubt I could add anything new. Thus, I'll just say that The Hunger Games is fabulous. I couldn't put it down, and I bet you won't be able to either!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3EZRE7WMXTMD0?ASIN=0439023521	Futuristic Society	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A quit brutal story that show the how human being can behave when comes to one own survival. Bring you to a new concept on what the world may look like after destruction. A good read that worth my time.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHYO77YIWVIL9?ASIN=0439023521	Love it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">have read this several times... Love it!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKKG7FXH1VD1U?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Kids have to read it before school starts</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SOB3NV4CK22T?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome book. Much better than the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MRQ7XJ2CFPN?ASIN=0439023521	Great!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it and made the film so much better</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RZH25S6GSV3N?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">An exciting story with complex characters</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TETXP1BYD8DR?ASIN=0439023521	Great read. I couldn't put the book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read.  I couldn't put the book down</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2T0RNWDX77MAM?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Looking forward to reading next in series</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24ZIW3SG9WJCH?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well written, but by no means a kids book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IFQAJ6H3SQNH?ASIN=0439023521	GREAT job!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Received faster than expectd, GREAT job!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15B9XTHHMSJOY?ASIN=0439023521	better than I expected	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read after movie, better than I expected.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGHXKTX3I7SKH?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">bought for Granddaughter's school project</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JYCEE1TXHF48?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">very well written and keeps your interest</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37VJ39UQWNMS7?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fast shipping. Item as described. Thanks!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LWGIX1DRPF04?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very fast-paced and exciting! You get very involved with the characters, it is impossible to put down once you start reading. Have the second and third book ready because you will fly through this one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BJDEAMIWC4MB?ASIN=0439023521	Adicctive!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a really capturing book. That hooks you till the end.<br/>Easy to read and ven easier to get lost into it and feel close to the characters and the things they go through.<br/>Perfect summer reading!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FAQLJOIXV0BY?ASIN=0439023521	AWSOME!!!!!!!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">HAPPY HUNGER GAMES AND MAY THE ODDS BE EVER IN YOUR FAVOR. This book is the best. I'm about to read the next one...and the next one. If u ask me what the best book I read was I would say hunger games!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PV675A7IRX19?ASIN=0439023521	I was Hooked from the Beginning	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book caught my attention right from the start and didn't let go.  The subject matter if pretty violent, but it works within the context of the story.  The book kept me enthralled the entire time.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R233JAER193FK6?ASIN=0439023521	Great Fast-Paced Read for Young Adults or Grown-Ups	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Finally got around to reading this, partly because of the buzz but mostly because my wife loved it. I really did not know what to expect, but was drawn in by the author's fast pacing and compelling story. The story is a gruesome tale - kids killing other kids for sport because of a ""big brother"" type of government. It is definitely more violent then your average young adult tale, but on the other hand it is a much better story than most of what's out there. There are some very poignant and compelling dilemmas that readers are forced to work through on their own, and the clear cut moral path is often obscured.<br/><br/>I can definitely recommend this book to adults, but am torn about recommending it to teens. The love story is pretty tame, but contrived. And the violence is mild, but still over the top for your typical young adult book. At one point in the book, a small girl is captured in a net and pierced with a spear by a large boy, who quickly has an arrow shot through his throat by another girl. On the other hand, there are some great things to think through here and it could be a great book to read along with your kids at an even younger age.<br/><br/>From a literary standpoint, I didn't really like the back and forth of the love story. The author tries to hide whether its real, fake, or somewhere in between for most of the book, but its gets old fast. The twist at the end of the hunger games is pretty ridiculous too . . . I felt like a great novel was hijacked by a B-movie at the very end. Just bizarre.<br/><br/>In the end, this is a book that is sweeping the nation and will soon be made into a movie. Buy it, read it, and recommend it to young adults with caution. Recommended.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1U01V5TQW6PG0?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for more!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I found this young adult novel to be a very enjoyable reading experience.<br/><br/>The heroine was a very interesting and well developed character, who by the time the story begins had already had to go through more than her fair share of trials and tribulations.<br/><br/>As the story begins, we learn that it is set in a near future, in a post apocalyptic North America. The ruling state, in order to keep the rest of the country subdued (after having suppressed a failed uprising), has instituted an annual 'Survivor' style televised game (contemporary Gladiator entertainment).<br/><br/>Contestants are conscripted from each of the 12 vassal states in a process called the 'reaping'. They must attempt to kill each other until there is only one survivor remaining. The pool of contestants are drawn from youths ranging in ages from 12 years to 18 years.  Most of the time the contestants end up being 'drafted' by having their number pulled from a bin, however 'career' youths can volunteer to participate for their region. Then after a very brief training period they are then dropped off in a wilderness where they have to fend for themselves.<br/><br/>I enjoyed the grimness of this story, which was interlaced with touches of humor. In fact, once I began to read this story, I found it very hard to put down. I had become totally absorbed with the main character and her having to come to terms with her conflicting emotions while at the same time having to survive in numerous desperate situations.<br/><br/>Although the ending was very satisfying, there is clearly more to follow. I have become so impressed with the author that I look forward to buying her earlier books.<br/><br/>(Reviewed by Debbie)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IUSFTWVBYE?ASIN=0439023521	My favorite book, period	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger Games is my favorite book. Finally a big-selling book that deserves the attention! All the songs are coming out for the movie and I cant wait! Gotta shout-out my favorite book with a review!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4I9F7SFAAIIX?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I normally don't get hooked very easily on books. Took me a few chapters to get hooked in Ender's Game. But this, this book got me hooked within a few pages. I was up until 6am finishing this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3O7KFUC4KKRIH?ASIN=0439023521	Young Adult Dystopia	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins  has crafted a quite enthralling story in the opening book of her Hunger games series. As an adult it seemed to be quite an easy read that was not bogged down with too much of the Who am I? What will I be? Questions coming in young adult literature. The main character Katniss is commendable in her struggles through the novel and is a strong female character that can be easily aspired to. The story was fast paced and should be able to kept the attention span of even the most difficult of readers. The love entanglement of the story is low and realistic with very little in the sense of romantic encounters.(The furthest the story goes is kissing and a boy and girl sleeping together for warmth.)<br/> That said there is a little something missing from the story that would have lead this novel to enter into the realm of perfect reading. Katniss seems just a little too much like an empty shell and not perfectly rounded out. There are also a lot of questions that are unanswered towards the end of the book that may be a spur point to get kids to read the next in the set but as a one book review those unanswered questions leave a little hole.<br/> The book is excellent for a quick read and any child from 10-16 should be able to enjoy it fully. The character is not weak like the Bella Swan type and strives to survive despite the challenges set in front of her. The Hunger Games works in a clean set of morals that seem character specific and does not over sexuality the situation that combined with the fast paced story that is difficult to put down and I have recommended it to my child in hopes that she will want to pick up more dystopia's.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5F2P5XSE2G6T?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When i saw the preview for the movie at the theater i decided to read the book. The book is excellent. I watched the movie the day it came out on video and it was good but not as good as the book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UAU63H9RPPJM?ASIN=0439023521	Enthralling!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely could NOT put this book down - I read the entire thing in a single day. Love the characters, the action, and the love story all wrapped in one. I can't wait to download the next book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TUOSOB27YHVX?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I ""borrowed"" the book this morning and 6 hours later I had finished it. I literally couldn't drag myself away from the story. I'm going to catch my breath and jump into Book two as soon as I can.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BACR0F15D2E5?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Really good book. Better than the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11WHF1QZJBY0A?ASIN=0439023521	great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">LOVE THE BOOK way better than the movies</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XR6SD1F95LZ1?ASIN=0439023521	Tweety bird	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A thriller of which I couldn't put down!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RM0U6XKHC4B9H?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read! Recommend to all ages (15+).</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QU27PXGBI4U0?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome read way better than that movie.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25TW6ZW116L1R?ASIN=0439023521	Three Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Definitely written for a young audience.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1U1Z15WQAE8XG?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't stop reading it, it's fantastic</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3V3QORUCQBFF?ASIN=0439023521	great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love the book way better then the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31E14UJQ1IY1P?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent read. Couldn't put it down!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TI65Q7CFDMH6?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing. So much better then the movie !</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RI49XPRAXOUYR?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">great movie and plan to watch the series</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HA9U3AXZFG8P?ASIN=0439023521	Really got involved with this story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Kept my interest all of the way through.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30FRODMLF5IBX?ASIN=0439023521	flawless!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this is no doubt my favorite book. Ever. i absolutely loved everything about it. it is a bit violent at times and tragic, but even that fits perfectly into the story line. Suzanne's writing was brilliant and it was like you were watching everything instead of just reading . i got sucked into every word and never lost interest for a second. Katniss was smart and courageous and i loved her as a strong female lead. i felt like i was right  with her every second and actually really started to care for her well being. the hunger games is raw. whats great about this book is there is no boy meets girl they fall in love happily ever after. yes there is a bit of endearment between them and even a love traingle of sorts between gayle and peeta and katness. but its because of the utter hellish experience that they go through together that brings them close as they look after each other. there is honestly not one bad thing about this book. its flawless.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ORGLNRLPSRYB?ASIN=0439023521	Wow	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is definitely up there in one of the most enticing books I have read! I've read many books before within a couple to few days... but never in under 24 hours. Can't wait to read the next one!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2V6FM4CRRA430?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am not a recreational reader, but I downloaded this to read when I got my Kindle fire just to see how it worked. This book drew me in and I bought all three in the series! This is a must read!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14S3XCNSY8GMO?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book! I read the first one two times in three days, I can't wait to read the second and third. Great story of a tough life and tough decisions followed by a love story and a twist...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RT5VNYA5KB4C7?ASIN=0439023521	It's a five star book until it contrives not to be.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I can't give this book the five stars it could have earned. It was within the reach of the author to have made it so.<br/><br/>I'm a rebel, so I'll tell you how to read this book for your maximum enjoyment and only tell the minimum of content.<br/><br/>This is a novel about a sixteen year girl through the eyes of that girl. If you're a sixteen year old girl, you're going to love this book. If you're not a sixteen year old girl, then assume you are. Be open about that, honest about that, not critical of that. It is what it is.<br/><br/>This book is very fast paced and correspondingly loose with details not relevant to the story line. You're a sixteen year old girl in a fast paced thriller. Explore her in the context of the story. Stay with her, and you won't be able put the book down.<br/><br/>It's not a spoiler at this point to tell you this is the first book of a trilogy. The contrivances necessary to make this so costs the book one star. There are rule changes made during the game itself. When it happens, anyone older than sixteen will ask, ""Huh?""  Not once, but twice. They are contrivances, accept them and continue along the detours to see how it ends. The drama continues.<br/><br/>The ending fails to allow a thoughtful resolution true to the story line. It is a contrivance to lead the reader to a second book. It isn't a cliffhanger. My question at the end of the book was, ""Where can it interestingly go from here?"" This costs the book a second star. The author sold herself out with this ending. It's a cop out.<br/><br/>This book could have been a five star book without the contrived rule changes and with a ending more truthful to the storyline.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CP37PO3OM2H8?ASIN=0439023521	Fabulous series...book one hooks you and reels you in!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Collins has devised an engaging dark future of North America.  After some un-named apocolyptic event that destroyed the old order of North America and a new order has arisen, replacing the old order with a North America that is governed, no, ruled, by ""The Capital"", a region that is someplace on the western slope of the Rockies.  There are also a dozen ""districts"" that work to provide the priviledged citizens of ""The Capital"" with whatever they want.  Members of the districts, however, live under perpetual oppression and hunger. And here's the set-up for the main storyline.<br/><br/>Once a year each of the districts must send two ""tributes"" between the ages of 12-20 to participate in the annual media highlight called ""The Hunger Games."" In these ""games"" the tributes must fight and kill each other until there is only one survivor, who is then a celebrity for life.  But, of course, this is only the backtground for what is really going on.  To figure that out, you need to read ""Hunger Games.""<br/><br/>My recommendation? Read this book. I was so engaged by this book, the flow of events, the twists and turns of the plot, and the range of characters, that I sliced through this book in a day and half. I think that this book is appropriate for readers aged 11-101. At least I think that my 11-year old daughter would enjoy it. There are some scenes that are probably too graphic for readers younger than 11, and, let's face it, when you are 101, reading anything longer than the newspaper may represent a risky time investment :-)<br/><br/>Highly recommended!<br/><br/>I'm now working on book two of this series, ""Catching Fire."" It's good too!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYIFVWFYI3NZ?ASIN=0439023521	Entertaining	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had seen this book in the book store &amp; on amazon but I had no idea what it was about. I couldn't put down, wanted to know what was going to happen next. Looking forward to reading the next 2.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWTMM0RDHX4WJ?ASIN=0439023521	THE MOST EPIC BOOK. NO DOUBT ABOUT IT	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">An amazing story that is great for just about anyone. It contains rommance action and drama. Everyone reads this book and there are NO bad comments I have gotten from anyone. It is a MUST read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31FHOCNL51V62?ASIN=0439023521	An unexpected pleasure...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have to admit I was not expecting such a good read.  I downloaded a sample to my Kindle out of curiosity but then I was hooked.  I finished it in less than 2 days and just bought the second.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCUDKS5XSMU88?ASIN=0439023521	Very unique, engaging story.  Great characters!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins certainly ups the bar for Young Adult fiction with ""HUNGER GAMES.""  This story is extremely unique, exciting and very engaging.  The character development is superb and the action sequences are amazing.  This novel (and series) will appeal to readers of all ages, young or old.<br/><br/>Set in the near-future, Panem (the country occupying most of North America) is an oppressive, communist style government which subjects its citizens to an annual event known as the ""Hunger Games.""  Participants must be between the ages of 12 and 18 and are chosen from a ""lottery"" in each of the country's twelve districts.  The Games are a cruel and vicious fight to the death--24 participants begin and only one can emerge victorious.<br/><br/>The story is told through the voice of the main character and narrator, Katniss.  Originally, her younger sister was chosen via lottery to compete in the Hunger Games, however Katniss volunteers to take her place (and face almost certain death.)  The majority of the novel covers the Hunger Games themselves, though Collins masterfully develops her characters both inside and outside of the arena.<br/><br/>I won't share any spoilers, but being the first of three novels, you should expect some room for further plot development, character growth and unanswered questions.  To be honest, I feel like this book stands on its own quite nicely.  I'm not really sure how the plot lends itself to a solid sequel (or trilogy) but I will certainly consider reading the second two installments.<br/><br/>One of the best young adult fiction novels that I have read lately! Highly Recommended! A+</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JMC9KNTW2SDH?ASIN=0439023521	very good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">the first book started off kinda slow for me nut once you get toward the half way mark i couldnt stop reading.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18AI2GF6EN17V?ASIN=0439023521	great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Enjoyed very much from start to finish.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2X1M348OHKEFU?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Book is sooo much better than the movie</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8VP2LWPG7GGH?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved it when it had finally arrived!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1EVUZFR4Y4IQY?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book. The whole series is great!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FV25BJ49YUJU?ASIN=0439023521	great series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Book was awesome I couldn't put it down</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3S4BN5GEE4NR1?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great story, excellent start of series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MYHDBAV9W60F?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Bought this for my tablet and loved it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TJO6LF1KYOF0?ASIN=0439023521	One Star	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">didnt order this I dont like the series</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3N9ZYT1Y7GW5P?ASIN=0439023521	great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">read the book before watching the movie</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KJC34FE3A2NI?ASIN=0439023521	Awsome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very good story, very hard to put down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28ZHCV3FR28P6?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games (Book 1)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is so good I bought the movie</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBU9FOT8X4CVE?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">as usual sci fi always very imaginative</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R325I79DYT2MSY?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it now have to read the other two</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DMA7EHNSHUXB?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Thought is was great a real page turner</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MV5Y7AM75YSP?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book series and glad I bought it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QY0WBKLYGLAL?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very good book. I couldn't put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3F1GC0V677V0D?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent read, I couldn't put it down!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCINUKA2182XF?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">love the book even more than the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2REJEHGZ143KX?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">More than words! Bether than the movie!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39TXQBT0APK2V?ASIN=0439023521	Phenomenal!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">There are some books that change your life after reading them. This is one of them. From the time I started reading the book, I was engrossed so deeply into the lives of its characters that now, after finishing it, I feel as though I know everything about them, and want to be a part of their lives. Collins holds the same caliber as J.K. Rowling, and I would not be surprised if this series became the next Hollywood franchise like the Harry Potter series. It is that phenomenal. It is literally impossible to put down; I finished the book in roughly four hours. The reader can feel the intensity and savagery of the games, the conflict of the characters, and the hatred upon the Capital that makes all the games necessary. Literally transported into another world, I am now itching to continue the series and reenter the world of Panem, almost preferring it to that of the present. A MUST READ FOR TEENS AND ADULTS ALIKE.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3N59SODMF7X0M?ASIN=0439023521	couldn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book engages you right out of the gate. I read the whole series in 4 days. Katniss is a great character that you begin to feel for every step of the way. It is gripping and exciting.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36Y7Q12DNNAGQ?ASIN=0439023521	Story holds on to you & makes you think	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As usual, I read other readers reviews &amp; a sample before I bought this book. I'm not the intended reading audience by a long shot, but have always been an avid reader.<br/><br/>I read it in just a couple of days and would have finished faster if I didn't need to sleep, eat, etc. I couldn't put it down. The story is fast moving and you can't wait to read what happens next. Suzanne Collins makes it all seem real. You can picture the environment, people, events.... She has an amazing use of words.<br/><br/>Be warned that this is a story about children forced to kill other children. It can be disturbing. I do recommend reading reviews and a sample to be sure it's something you'll be comfortable reading.<br/><br/>Even though my children are now grown, I'm going to suggest they read it. It'll also be one I recommend to my grandson when he's old enough in a couple years.<br/><br/>Read it. You'll be ordering the second book right away too.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Z9R233UKZXC3?ASIN=0439023521	Good but with a big plot hole	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I haven't read all the reviews on this book, so someone else might have already commented on this already. I enjoyed the book. It was quick and riveting. The voyeuristic feel was a little disturbing since I felt like I was one of the Capital viewers enjoying watching the Games. I think this will be even worse when it is made into a movie. By watching the movie you become one of the bad guys. But, that's not the major problem I had with the book. The whole premise of the Games was very poorly explained. Why did they take tributes? I understand the whole District thing, but ""one District rebelled so each year we take two of your kids, make them fight to the death for our enjoyment, and force you to watch,"" is a really stupid reason for the Games. That, and everyone in the Capital is so dumb that they don't realize that children are dying? If you could ignore that weakness it was an entertaining book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTJOWGQUMCDCY?ASIN=0439023521	"A ""young adult"" story that is wise beyond its years"	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'd never heard of The Hunger Games series until I spotted an article on a news website a few days ago.  I decided to see if there was a sample available on Amazon.com so I could see for myself what the fuss was about...and after I read the entire sample online over my lunch break, I knew I had to buy the book.  Even though the book is targeted at a ""young adult"" audience, the author doesn't try to gloss over the harrowing events that unfold.  It is refreshing to read a story from a first-person point of view--I was totally wrapped up in Katniss' tale without ever feeling the author's presence invading that space.  Katniss' matter-of-fact approach to the harsh realities of her world were the perfect backdrop for the story--fast-paced and action-filled, to be sure, but with a dark core that will make you pause.  I believe Katniss Everdeen would have made a good companion for Roland the Gunslinger...</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1U6ODR3OJFDIB?ASIN=0439023521	I'm sad the series is coming to an end	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love the 'Hunger Games' trilogy, and applaud Suzanne Collins on a very thoughtful and entertaining book series.  As dystopian literature, this has to rank right up there among the best.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17LVQETN57RI2?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger Game	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Though initially a book for children, and I am 76..., I adored the series!  it is well written, easy reading and very intertaining.  I recommend it to people who are still young at heart.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SWXEKJHMX6RX?ASIN=0439023521	Best YA Sci-Fi I've ever read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't used to be big on the YA industry (Twilight, seriously?) but this whole series is amazing. I always recommend it to anyone who needs a good, lasting read that can make you think.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6ODY9UGQVA3O?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games Review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">""Hunger Games"" by Suzanne Collins was the most exhilarating book I have ever read. In the Hunger Games, 24 tributes are drawn from each district to participate in the Games. This is for the pleasure of the Capitol, who enjoy watching each tribute kill each other until only one person makes it out of the games alive. Throughout the book you will see what each tribute has to do to stay alive, the obstacles each character has to overcome, and what each character must do to fight for their life. Every Chapter drew me into the thoughts and emotions of one of the main characters Katniss Everdeen, who takes her sister Prim's place in the games. Katniss Everdeen and Peeta Mellark are the tributes from district 12. In this book you will question the actions of character Peeta Mellark. Is he there to help Katniss Everdeen? To protect her? Or is he there to kill her and win the Hunger Games? This book makes you constantly ask questions. Each chapter I read left me on a cliffhanger, constantly wondering what would happen next! If you enjoy reading books with sacrifice, action, and romance this is the book for you! I think this book is good for any gender because there is a lot of action throughout the book, but there is also romance. ""Hunger Games"" isn't like any other book I've read. The entire time I read I was never bored. This book constantly kept me on my feet. Every chapter something suspenseful happened which drew me into read the next chapter. Read Hunger Games to find out what happens to the characters Katniss Everdeen and Peeta Mellark, you may be surprised!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLQQDLV4NTH7S?ASIN=0439023521	Not as Good as I Expected	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have not seen the movie, but decided to purchase the book.  The book was good and I enjoyed reading it, but not as deep as I expected.  I hope the next one will have deeper story line.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DRG804RZ7LW2?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Really enjoyed this book.  It is easy to read and also very hard to put down. It is definetly a page turner.  I enjoyed it so much I ordered book 2 within minutes after finishing book 1.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RAGJDCEJ5QGBQ?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games - The Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent story, well written, with a good plot and well-developed characters. I would recommend for anyone, from teenagers up. Better than the movie, although I also enjoyed the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10BLZR2Z1DH6C?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent, read it in 2-days and downloaded the whole 3-books on my iphone - now on the 3rd book. Wish there was more, hope to see a prequel to the Hunger Games in future or a carry on.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R821MMEJA5YWO?ASIN=0439023521	Love it! I've read it multiple times	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love it!  I've read it multiple times.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFHXM218L4L37?ASIN=0439023521	loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read had me right from the start</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JNXF97JE66ZD?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it! Can't wait to read the rest!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31WXW3O1E0NWX?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Sad Storyline But Great Book Series :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20Z2F3RTYEZZI?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Really good...better than I expected!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSQN0J1AKTYZ3?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well written series with a good point.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22KRCGDTI5V05?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">You can't stop reading once you start.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12OK6VHUSRYVA?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of the best books I have ever read</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3W1YQ27OBFH5C?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have enjoyed the hunger game series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GTI4XVZ59BZJ?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read one of three in the series.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2J6JNY9QSD533?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very much enjoyed reading this series!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MT0MNWVDEK1P?ASIN=0439023521	A very good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Disturbing, engaging, and fascinating.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RKPN76NL74YE?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fantastic edition and fantastic story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MIOE6L22G2J8?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent novel, it needed no sidekick</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RTZ2HJR5KX86?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent story. Enjoyed it very much.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ETB4LF3R5JX8?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good, but not as good as the first two</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25LI52OBMITBC?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome book. I couldn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome book.  I couldn't put it down.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RL29LNG6H8V9O?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great product!  Will be back for more!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LADTLBWMB61?ASIN=0439023521	Love this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I delayed reading it because of the hype surrounding it and ended up loving the entire series. This was definitely my favorite of the 3 books. Great characters and engaging story line.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R93ZL6Z718F10?ASIN=0439023521	Loved this series!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put this book down.  I bought it for my son on his Kindle (he is 11).  He read it then I read it.  Terrific book.  Terrific series.  I read all three in less than two weeks.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RW1OJI6Y0TCAN?ASIN=0439023521	favorite	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">honestly just loved everything about the book, and loved everything about the way it was written.  Although far fetched, it is completely relatable and it has good underlying morals.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RO9V2Q6NWW8PF?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">You will read this book in a few days because you will not be able to put it down.  Don't think this is a book for kids.  I usually don't re-read books, but this one I probably will.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NDV2S17U2X4?ASIN=0439023521	Must read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I can finally say that I now know what all the hype was about. Quite frankly I wasn't drawn to these books at all, mostly because the cover's didn't grab my attention, and based on reading the book jacket it seemed like something I would never be interested. That being said, I value the opinion of my fellow book bloggers, and you guys have been raving about the series for the longest time! I got the book, I stayed up all night reading it, and my mind is officially blown.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games had me on the edge of my seat, flipping pages like a mad woman. I found the plot to be completely unpredictable, I was guessing until the very last page and I love that about this book.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is unlike anything I have ever read before. It is a young adult book, yet it appeals to people of all ages because of the depth and quality of the writing. The Hunger Games manages to tackle some lofty ideas in a way that young adults can understand. A thought provoking book that leaves the reader contemplating how they would handle themselves in a similar situation.<br/><br/>I have read that this book will be made into a movie. I would be really interested to see that when it comes out, although I highly doubt that they can capture the heart of this novel and I know they won't be able to do it justice with anything lower than a PG-13 rating. The story would lose some of it urgency and desperation if they were to cut out some of the more graphic scenes.<br/><br/>Dare I say that I enjoyed this a bit more than the Twilight series? Hmm..</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQTOTUBD629A7?ASIN=0439023521	Just a fantastic book, it's a page turner, you'll be hooked!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was recommended to me by my boss, and a few friends. I'm 29, what the heck am I doing reading something out of the young adult section. The next thing I know I've read all three!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SW5TIHK24PZE?ASIN=0439023521	One Star	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">How did this not set off every plagiarism alarm at the publisher. Read ""Battle Royale"" instead.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HAJWCU89NTIW?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games Is A Awesome Book To Read.Everyone Should Read This Book.This Book Is Interstate.The Hunger Games Is The One Book I Ever Read.The Grade I Give It Is A<br/><br/>A</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIVYV8AJ7VMKJ?ASIN=0439023521	Books are always better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">She liked the movie, loved the books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3K4LPAQDR1COS?ASIN=0439023521	Three Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I would recommend the books to teens.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPDUJOXGI7PJL?ASIN=0439023521	Unbelievably AWESOME!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Unbelievably...better than the movie!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R437225UKI8RX?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent read, could not put it down</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DW2CGB6H1OCL?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Easy read, suspenseful.  Great story!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19YT44YNC4BL8?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of the best book I've ever read..</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SBSK82JBSOXT?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of my favorite books of all time!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WVJKGI0ON9KN?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As described, would do business again</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20KZMQTSHS92L?ASIN=0439023521	Good price.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Quick handling/delivery.  Good price.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SVJYABS3ZA9T?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book, can't wait to get started</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTH7UPOSGPS5G?ASIN=0439023521	The Emperor Has No Clothes	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">There I said it.  I am not in the demographic age group that this book was aimed, so maybe that's why I found it to be poorly written and boring.  I read it because I did notice readers above the 20 somethings were raving about it and wanted to see for myself.  Let me take that back, I did not ""read"" it, I skimmed over it because it never caught my attention.  I tried hard to get interested in it, stopped and actually read a whole page here and there.  If I didn't know better I would have thought it was written by a 14 year old girl and and not very well.<br/>There must be some type of msg sprinkled over it to get so many people excited about it.  Most likely it is a success story for pure marketing.  Throw something out there enough, pump it up and and anything seems exciting.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GL34SXBXJXJ2?ASIN=0439023521	Great plot, terrible grammar	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm only halfway through this book, and I must say, the story and characters really have hooked me. What I must comment on, however, is the atrocious grammar. I'm surprised that no one else has mentioned it so far.<br/><br/>While the book is written in present-tense, the author quite often randomly switches to past-tense, just for a sentence, then switches back. It is jarring. Also, she uses terrible sentence fragments in her descriptions, which could have easily been solved by the simple placement of a colon or a dash. The structure of her sentences is throwing me off so badly I can hardly enjoy the book; I suppose that is the curse of someone with an English Literature degree.<br/><br/>Sadly, these things would have been solved by a good editor. I wonder how these dramatic errors in the very fabric of her style managed to slip by... or if this book was even edited at all.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R218CXUAUDSEA0?ASIN=0439023521	very good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am an adult and read this since many of the smaller folk are entranced by it. Also, I've read many thousands of other books including quite a few in the YA category. This is very good and after about 50 pages the story moves along just fine.<br/>This hits many of the YA themes pretty well. Katniss (named after the arrowroot plant that grows wild here in Connecticut where the author lives) is alienated, perplexed by the world, her ""real"" life is spent with another outsider in the woods, her mom is mostly useless, her dad is dead and she feels responsible for her kid sister. And she is just starting to notice that she may soon be that most dreaded thing- an adult.<br/>The story is told almost exclusively from Katniss's point of view and there might be thirty words of dialogue in the middle 150 pages- so the movie will have to have a lot of interior monologue. If this was say a Jonathan Franzen novel there would be lots of detail about how folks speak, move, interact, remember and that sort of thing. But Katniss is 16 and doesn't see any of this nuance. Her story is one of how to survive in an arbitrary world that is out to get her- how many teens see the world.<br/>And as with many other fantasy books one has to suspend some disbelief. It is probably the case that a number of the inconsistencies are probably there to set up the story lines of the next two volumes.<br/>Overall this is not quite up to the high standards of the best of Scott O'Dell, J. K, Rowling or Kate DiCamillo but they set a pretty high bar.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Y8AU20OI4D2S?ASIN=0439023521	Addictive	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Totally addictive - couldn't put it down. Geared to teens but my 39-year-old self enjoyed it thoroughly. Do not start it if you don't have a few uninterrupted hours ahead of you.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Q6CGAYGZ5MSW?ASIN=0439023521	Excellant reading!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Just loved this book,  could not put down, excellent from start to finish can't wait to read the next 2 books.  Movie is really great as well.  But as always book is even better.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNSWM885F0YDE?ASIN=0439023521	They better not butcher the movie...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">""The Hunger Games"" trilogy was an amazing series that I would recommend to any and all of my friends. I had heard that they were making a movie of the books, and it was featuring some actors that I liked, I decided ""What the heck!"" and I got it. I finished it in a day, (because when I like a book a lot, I completely devour it, not because it was a light read.) and immediately ran to my computer to purchase ""Catching Fire"" and ""Mockingjay"". A friend told me that he hated the series, and that the end wasn't good at all, but I completely disagree. He cannot stand people dying, which is what drew me in in the first place. Luckily he got the series at the library. The only thing that left me unsatisfied was that I felt that there wasn't enough closure with one or two of the characters. But overall This is my new Favorite series, and I'm sad that it's over.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R236SBNBIMA7UD?ASIN=0439023521	There are only x themes for a book to be about	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well, all in all I really liked this book.  It's a very familiar theme, post-apocalyptic, future world with some really old school notions about entertainment.  So it takes place in the future and much like logans run or the running man, there are these events that rather brutal, to the point it's kind of uncomfortable to imagine. (The only rule of the game is you can't eat the other contestants ;-( )<br/><br/>Many such themed books involve people watching this brutality as spectators, like the Romans did with the gladiators.  To be a little more timely, it's done as more of a reality show but the same principle holds. The heroine's little sister is chosen to participate and she nobly takes her place.  That's how she gets involved in the whole thing.  That's about the point the book stopped being really cool and just got cool. There's this love triangle thing that happens (I don't want to spoil it for anyone) that really made me feel like I was in a high school girl novel and not a brutal sci-fi novel.<br/><br/>The book is cool and I don't want to imply that I didn't like it. Like I said, it's very interesting, she does a great job creating a really creepy atmosphere that is very dark and miserable and some of the details are just plain awesome.  I didn't like the love affair angle b/c just like Jar Jar Binks in star wars, it felt like it didn't naturally fit there and instead was shoved into fit.<br/><br/>All in all though, if you like sci-fi, like The Running Man, Logan's run etc, you'll like this.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHUEO76BNVVVV?ASIN=0439023521	Must-read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am typically a pretty casual reader.  Suzanne Collins changed that with the first installment of this trilogy, though!  I usually only read at night right before bed, but I ended up reading this book in just two days.  It's nearly 400 pages, but I simply couldn't put it down.  A lot of fiction/sci-fi novels will focus on one aspect of the story too much -- either focusing on character building to the point that it's a bore or filling the plot with so much action that it is difficult to keep straight which characters are important.<br/><br/>With Collins, however, you find the perfect balance.  She draws you into a world that is entirely different and yet disturbingly similar to our own.  Each character is genuinely relatable while maintaining a unique persona, which makes each character incredibly interesting to read about and incredibly difficult to figure out.  The plot isn't entirely filled with action in the typical sense of the word, yet Collins' writing somehow manages to keep you up to the wee hours of the morning, unable to put the book down.<br/><br/>I had read a series of more 'serious' novels prior to this one, and it provided me an excellent break.  Not to say that The Hunger Games doesn't produce intricate themes all its own, but it is simply a fun read.  I highly recommend it to anyone who wants to experience a refreshingly original story, exciting and fun and -- best of all -- part of a trilogy which means that once you're done with this you can pick up two more installments!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QW19J9RWYX7C?ASIN=0439023521	Most Captivating.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This Book Had Me Gripped, I Literally Couldn't Put It Down. It's An Amazing Book...Well Done Suzanne...!..!..I Never though I could Ever Be That Engrossed In A Book..Loved It...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7C8GQHK3IZM9?ASIN=0439023521	Loved this series. Suzanne Collins did a beautiful job.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins did a beautiful job, painting this fictional world. The characters leap off the page and never leave you. :)<a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Vangeretta-Curse-Elementris/dp/B008IFNX3U"">The Vangeretta Curse ~Elementris~</a></span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXK4JQKOD8MAC?ASIN=0439023521	None	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book! When I looked at the comments page I saw many supportive reviews, but I am disappointed at how many peope dislike this series. Oh well, everybody has their opinions.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3J75J1BXUIVMD?ASIN=0439023521	100 times Better than Twilight!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read the Twilight trilogy and thought that was good, until I read The Hunger Games.  The Hunger Games is an awesome book, there isnt a dull moment, will keep you wanting more!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1L8FGTOMETNZQ?ASIN=0439023521	Makes you wonder what you'd do!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Written from the point of view of the main character, Katniss, this book is hypnotizing from the start.  Katniss' personality and candor won me over right away.  Although she expresses her dislike of the authorities, she continues to do what is necessary to survive for her family.  Her own choices left me wondering what I would do in each situation and kept me turning pages.  It's so expertly written that I laughed and cried as the game progressed.  The description left me feeling like I was right there with Katniss in the thick of danger and fear.  I found myself hoping and holding my breath during many moving moments. It's intense and keeps you wanting more. The end does not disappoint either and the journey to get there is extraordinary. Collins is an amazing writer and I won't be suprised to see this as her next New York Times best seller!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R172ORVM1G4RY7?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book (and the series!)! It's very fast paced, exciting, and has a good message. Once you start reading it, you won't be able to put it down until you reach the end!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SMTGUDJMEN1Z?ASIN=0439023521	well written. easy read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">very easy to read and visualise. could have perhaps ended the story on book 1 if written the right way- definitely felt like story was being dragged out so can have a trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1T6RI2ESG6TJ7?ASIN=0439023521	MUST READ	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed this series. Easy to read.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BS0OEY9JGWT8?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">great book - great order fulfillment</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15LEN22LNHM74?ASIN=0439023521	very satisfied.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Came as represented, very satisfied.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TJ7CZ8QAZRI5?ASIN=0439023521	Super, easy read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hard to put down.  Super, easy read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SW55MNMH43E5?ASIN=0439023521	Great story.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read the whole series.  Great story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2N4DOWC6NNFSK?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read after watching the movie!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/REH1Q6UZMMY5P?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">one of the best books i've ever read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37JGASJLEHUYJ?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent book. Totally recommended.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SSX5055AM1DO?ASIN=0439023521	Great Buy!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book &amp; purchase was great! I read it in like a week!( which is good for me because I hate reading) so you shouldn't debate on getting this book, cause you will love it:)</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3L8TNBY7EPYTT?ASIN=0439023521	Enjoyable easy read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Interesting story with good characters and the ever looming threat of the Games and the Capitol.  Best book of the series for sure.  She should have quit while she was ahead.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1862QIX4ACSYY?ASIN=0439023521	One of the best books I've ever read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Quick read, page turner, everything I ever wanted out of a book. A twisted plot that's not usually my style but it was so good I couldn't stop reading. Defiantly a must read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RQX6NUKUB1GM?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">There is no words to describe this book. I hated it when for was over. its such a cliff hanger at the end. definitely the best book I've read. I need to read the second one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LUC69ZBFQ711?ASIN=0439023521	Hungered for more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this book.  It was perfect for my daughter too. Many great characters and an intriguing story line!  I had to buy the next one immediately after I was done.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R290RI2TM34P2H?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Got into straight away and hard to put down. Easy to read and gripping story .... Loved the characters and the way she developed them. Can't wait to get into the second book</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LTG5GYV4MK46?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Really great book. I've read at least 3 times. The first time I read it, I read for 3 hours straight and did nothing but read the book. I would reccomend the book to anyone!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LESFH5JG3JFV?ASIN=0439023521	Thrilling	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I LOOVED this book. I could not put it down. I definitely recommend it to anyone. It's a great quick read and keeps you on the edge of your seat the entire time. Well done!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30OI6PDY1MJY3?ASIN=0439023521	This YA book will probably be an R-rated movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">""Hunger Games"" is a truly dark and disturbing ""young-adult"" book.<br/><br/>The fact that it is so popular scares the heck out of me.<br/>I simply cannot get beyond the premise, which is that CHILDREN are encouraged TO KILL OTHER CHILDREN.<br/>Am I so out of touch with our culture that I'm alone in finding this truly creepy, disturbing, and over the top?<br/><br/>Yes, ""Hunger Games"" is a compelling read, but not because it is well-written.  It is gimmicky and manipulative in the same way television reality shows such as ""Survivor"" are.  The reader reads frantically in the same way a bystander gapes at an accident - in a voyeuristic wish to see something shocking happen.<br/><br/>Hundreds of terrific young-adult survival novels have been published, such as ""Hatchet"" and ""Lost on a Mountain in Maine.""  And I can think of several excellent dystopian novels such as ""The Giver,"" which is an example of skillful, thoughtful writing and great character development.<br/><br/>Obviously I'm in the minority here, and that fact truly frightens me.  But the only thing new and fresh about ""Hunger Games"" is the delightful idea that it's okay to describe young children being murdered in the most grisly fashions.<br/><br/>I don't believe in censorship, but this is one book I would not be comfortable giving my child to read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27MD716P7PVR3?ASIN=0439023521	Social Commentary Genius!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I think I will be forever changed after reading this book. There are a few authors that make me feel like I am in the world that they have created, but Suzanne Collins has done that in spades! My heart still beats a little faster when I just think about this future North America.<br/><br/>In the future, there is no USA. Only a country, divided into districts and an over-ruling Capital. Each district has a ""specialty"" that provides for a pampered life in the Capital. However, there is only poverty in the districts. In a world without a middle class, many starve and die of very common causes. Collins has put forth a very believable possible future for our country. War, famine and having our children fighting for their lives and to entertain the pampered society of the Capital.<br/><br/>This is not only a great read, but a very good commentary on the outrageous focus that today's society places on the superficial and almost none on the content of a person. This book reminds us that the people, not the ruling body of the government, have the ultimate power. That the government can only exist by the people, for the people and as long as the people allow it to.<br/><br/>Parents, this book is intense and not for small children. However, it does bring up good opportunities to discuss topics ranging from politics, human rights, survival techniques and charity. I suggest that parents read this book (and the others in the trilogy) prior to letting your children do so.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBLHNWPSSGMZ9?ASIN=0439023521	Wow	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you don't get the book you'll regret it for shore!!! Just like me tell you the book is interesting exiting thrilling it the best book!! 10000000000000000000000000 stars</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLCKMW9L73ICC?ASIN=0439023521	simply put: amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is by far the best book I have ever read. that is all I need to say. Everyone in the entire world should read this book, their lives will be changed forever for good!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UVW8RJRIW3O0?ASIN=0439023521	Not impressed	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">(Note: I'm not Michelle Hardbarger, I'm her daughter, so, just wanted to clarify that).<br/><br/>Honestly, what's the big deal?<br/>I didn't find this book nearly as amazing as people insist.<br/>Even the the things that did interest me weren't enough to make it anywhere near top notch.<br/>Katniss is bland, unemotional, and difficult, and more than once I found myself ready to smack her.<br/>Peta is altogether exasperating and almost aggrevates me as much as Katniss, and none of the other characters did much to impress either.<br/>I think the whole star crossed lovers thing is what annoyed me most, but then again, that's just me.<br/>Overall, the book just didn't deliver. It's hard to explain but it was just plain unimpressive and a major disappointment.<br/>I will not be reading the rest of the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5LJJ8FW5P8L8?ASIN=0439023521	Gripping, Disturbing and Fantastic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">""The Hunger Games"" is the first book in one of the most engaging trilogies I've ever read. I bought the book based on some recommendations from friends and once I started it I couldn't put it down! The story draws you in and refuses to let you go. Even at the points where it gets so gruesome and brutal that you want nothing more than to set it down and walk away, the book latches on and forces you to continue. Your heart will ache, you will feel angry, you will feel confused and it will all be worth it.<br/><br/>The story is told from the point of view of Katniss Everdeen (a 16-year-old girl from a poor and hungry District) and follows her brutal journey from her starvation in the poorest of the oppressed districts to the Hunger Games, which take place in the oppressive state of the Capital. She is forced to kill or be killed. The children in the Hunger Games are reduced to animals while audiences watch with bated breath and place bets on the participants. The concept is disturbing and gruesome and at times resembles both the gladiator battles of ancient Rome and ""Battle Royale"". But this story is so much more.<br/><br/>It is a story of friendship, bravery, politics and - most of all - survival. And it's only the beginning. After you finish ""The Hunger Games"" you will feel obliged to read the following stories. Throughout all three books, Suzanne Collins will take you on an emotional roller coaster and you will be more than grateful.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ECJRJU3BSQGL?ASIN=0439023521	Lord of the Flies on Steroids	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Action packed, romance, danger, it has a bit of everything! Read the trilogy in a week; Suzanne Collins is a genius! I hope they make this amazing trilogy into a movie...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLVJZL2QNM7Q3?ASIN=0439023521	Riveting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Right from the start, Collins snatches your interest.  With mind blowing twists, cunning word choice and a fantastic cast of characters, The Hunger Games is a MUST-read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2R9WU6SJRGXG0?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome book. Better than the movie</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BWRSO32BEC3P?ASIN=0439023521	First step back into fiction.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read. A definite page turner!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCM841J5ZILI?ASIN=0439023521	Great!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Absolutely amazing. Lots of action.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIDXQVZOCJVZI?ASIN=0439023521	Great book...could not put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book...could not put it down!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WB5OJCWFRJHA?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">VERY NICE, AND IT GOT HERE QUICKLY!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1EE2X933Z6CI8?ASIN=0439023521	Great! Hooked from start to	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great!  Hooked from start to finish</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RM6CGF51BPG?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great item, would recommend seller!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13BPXCRDUQJK5?ASIN=0439023521	Great book! Teen and above though	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book!  Teen and above though!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LJ7X50AYZVEJ?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read this book and the sequels too.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CKQWNZODYOGN?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">great quality, would buy from again</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35LBSJNZJELVH?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Enjoyed very much. Price was right.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IZUCAAFFKNZA?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of my favorite series to read..</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXN0DTED4GZBV?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">You just have to read it to get it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XNQ728WPUR6V?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">fast shipping and another good gift</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R216FMMH0YLU1N?ASIN=0439023521	Read in less than 24 hours	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I cannot say I've ever read a book so fast. I started around 2pm today, and finished at 8, with only time for dinner and chores in between. Never have I had the pleasure of reading something that is so captivating and suspenseful as The Hunger Games. The characters are well developed, and with the many interconnecting stories throughout the story, you get a real sense of what it's like to live in Panem, without having a ton of information dropped on you, giving you the feeling that you are, in fact, reading a book, rather than living it. The story was well written, both in language and formation, and there was never a moment where I could predict the next move. Every twist and turn came at a surprise, and the moment I finished this book, it wasn't even a minute before I began wishing for a sequel (which I just bought... with the third book, too). Although this book does give you a heavy weight on your chest with the amount of death, there isn't too much gore and no sexual themes, which leaves the book readable for most. There was an occasional SAT word, but nothing that would leave you stumped, and although I can't say from experience, I do believe this book would be entertaining for boys and girls alike. As many have said before me, this is truly a classic, and one of my favorites, going on the same list as Fahrenheit 451 (by Ray Bradbury), Little Brother (by Cory Doctorow) and Incarceron (by Catherine Fisher).</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5KCEW061BPZU?ASIN=0439023521	Fun, quick read... so excited for next book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great curl up in a chair book! Must read... I couldn't put the book down. Entertaining storyline and I am very excited to read Catching Fire (next book in the trilogy).</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IZ6HB03IA3BI?ASIN=0439023521	Could not put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't know anything about the Hunger Games series until I saw people getting excited about the news of the movie that is coming soon.<br/>So, when I saw that this was a title I could borrow for my Kindle as a Prime member, I figured I'd give it a shot.<br/>I was not disappointed. It's an easy, fun, exciting, thrilling, suspenseful read.  Strong characters. Great descriptions of the environment and locations. I always felt like I could picture exactly what was going on. I purposely didn't watch the film trailer until AFTER I read the book and I gotta say, what I saw in the trailer was exactly what I saw in my head while I was reading.<br/>When I first started I had a little trouble getting over the first-person perspective. I soon realized that it was actually one of the keys to why this novel works so well. I love that we ONLY see the story from the point of view of Katniss. We all WANT to know what the viewers are seeing of the Games and what is going on back at the Capitol, but we don't. (I do fear that they won't stay true to this for the film...it will be hard).<br/>For any of the folks who were overly critical of this book, keep in mind a few words: suspension of disbelief. The whole point of the story is that it takes place in a futuristic society. It's supposed to shock us that they'd even consider having kids fight to the death. That is not a flaw. It's genius.<br/>I can't wait to dive in to the other two.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RB96Y2894NM8X?ASIN=0439023521	Entertaining Story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">MINOR SPOILERS<br/><br/>*<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is a post-apocalyptic young adult novel where a futurist North America is ruled by a totalitarian government. Twelve districts outside the Capitol are kept in check through the Hunger Games, a competition in which two children from each district must fight to the death on national television.<br/>After her kid sister is chosen to fight in the games, sixteen-year-old Katniss Everdeen volunteers to take her place. She trains alongside a boy from her district, and both of them know they will have to kill each other if they come face to face in the ring.<br/>The stakes couldn't be higher, but Katniss is determined to swing all the odds to her favor and win the games.<br/><br/>The book was an exciting and entertaining read. The story premise and world were very interesting. However, I did not like the book, and I am not interested in the sequels.<br/>Some of Katniss' characterization seemed shallow and forced. I never liked her as a character. Some of the events (particularly the final scene in involving dogs and eyes) seemed absurd and contrived. I almost threw the book across the room a few times—but since the book was on my Kindle, that would have been a bad idea. So I never threw it, and I forced myself to keep reading.<br/><br/>Final thoughts: I wanted to know what happened next, I was entertained, but I won't stay tuned for the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UHDO6BIDKNTD?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Could not put this book down!!! I would highly recommend this book. I read all 3 in less than a week and made myself slow down because I did not want it to end. Enjoy!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R263NM6HQFPLTS?ASIN=0439023521	LOVE LOVE LOVE	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">You wont be disappointed I read all three books in just 4days!!!!! I was hooked ...my family was glad when i finshed...because they were able to talk to me again! lol</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XE9TZPSVO35U?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't stop reading!  This book was really amazing and was exciting all the way through!  You won't be able to stop after the first book.  All  three go by quick.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3R7V7VN98IHRL?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was really good. It was a quick and entertaining read... i finished it within a day. It is great if you are looking for something fun and thought provoking.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R118BAWC6DCNJE?ASIN=0439023521	None	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">an encaptivating series. if you liked this book wait to see a thrilling adventure in the next two. i promise i never put the series down and ive read it through twice</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RETQLGA3STFCK?ASIN=0439023521	Read in one weekend	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My first book on Prime Kindle lending.<br/><br/>Sure to be a classic. Although written for young adults, there is nothing juvenille about the subject matter or the author's handling of her tale. Well-crafted; there is not an awkward phrase, sentence or paragraph in this futuristic tale of survival.<br/><br/>It's hard to assign stars to a book. I would like to only assign 5 stars to books I consider true literature but find myself assigning 5 stars to books I just can't put down, even when quality may be less than ideal. ""Hunger Games"" has quality and page-turning appeal. There should be a way to assign a double-5-star rating.<br/><br/>I could not put this book down and I'm looking forward to the next in series. I'm sure I will want to read it again. I think I will probably add this to my library after all.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUC73ECG1VQSW?ASIN=0439023521	awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it!!!!!! The book was so awesome. I've saw the movie too!!!! I now want to go see catching fire!!!😝😝😝🌺🌺🌻🌻🔶🔶🔴🔴🔴😄⛄🎉❄🐗🌊🎅🎤😘💞🌺👯👎😄🎄😄😂🔓❄🌊</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Y9LTG5KKNRUG?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">An excellent read, and definitely worth your 1 free book of the month if you have Amazon Prime! I'm interested to see how it's portrayed on the big screen this year.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R265W4T02W7HT0?ASIN=0439023521	Brilliant!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was absolutely brilliant. I first picked this book up as Stephanie Meyer recommended it and I was blown away. I cant wait for the next book, Catching Fire.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KKADKN9SLCV?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After a series of catastrophes and wars, North America has collapsed and has been rebuild into the state of Panem.  Panem is divided into multiple districts plus the capital.  Each district produces something of value for the capital.  For example, District 12, Katniss' home, produces coal other districts produce.  Based upon a revolution that occurred 74 years ago, each district much select one boy and one girl between the ages of 12 and 18 to participate in the hunger games.  The Hunger Games, put on for the amusement of the capital, is a fight to the death.  When Prim, Katniss's little sister is picked to participate, Katniss immediately jumps in and takes her place.  Peeta, the mail tribute and Katniss, along with their drunken mentor Haymitch, but come up with a plan to survive.<br/><br/>I was intrigued with this book from the beginning.  It reminded me of the short story ""The Lottery"" which I read in school.  I found the political and economic situation to be fascinating and thought provoking.  Although it is thought provoking it does so without screaming the message in your face.  Overall, it is a fast-paced action story where teenagers must battle the elements and each other to stay alive.  I do think that for boys, the focus on clothes and styling may take away from the action adventure, but overall I think any teenager, young adult, or even regular adults would love this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PID93D4YUP31?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">good</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8B9UI0OKZIEJ?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">love</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ARR8LVZNTZN9?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fast</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LUDTU0OQX1HC?ASIN=0439023521	be a kid again...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didnt have any idea what the story was, as I got into it, but I am so glad that I did. It is such a touching story. I am already almost through Catching Fire now.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2457AUJ1UIRTI?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">excellent, cant wait to start no 2</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23T2AYGH74U8H?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love this book! Thank you so much!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SEQKXX2SQDIA?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was one of the best books ever!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPFQ0LG8G6247?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">well written. Holds your attention</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WJ5KDV1ZAIFC?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Quick Delivery.  Item as Described</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BVLVP4EI2A95?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well written and hard to put down!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7746K9ZBXE71?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm glad I finally got to read it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2EQX5HDCCNHDL?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This whole series is great reading</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KYUCYIPXTXFU?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book. Better than the	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great Book.  Better than the movie</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IY7Y9353ORL1?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book, and just as advertised</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16VC5W8Q8QY8V?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Nice fun read. Kept me interested.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YI1PDVHCT2AG?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of my favorite easy reads.  :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PVSUTCLUII5Y?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Liked it a lot more than the movie</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BRZMKIKEVSY1?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My students love reading this book</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNH7S4RQTPUED?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">very exciting &amp; interesting novel.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RD7473WKHW50G?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of my favorite series of books</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Z7TBYMTQ5AKI?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent transaction and product!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33Z16W29FRJR3?ASIN=0439023521	Great book. Couldn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book.  Couldn't put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HRG2UG2LIU20?ASIN=0439023521	Twilight series for the post apocalyptic world!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the Twilight series for the post apocalyptic world!  I loved this as much as I did the Twilight series.<br/><br/>A young girl is living her life the best way she knows how.  She has figured out how to put food on the table use the resources of  her community which is called District Twelve It's all she has ever known. She does what she has to do to survive. The story is all from her point of view and perspective of this world. She describes the community and culture in such a believable way that you can imagine being there. She creates stories and strategizes on what it might be like for the others in her community and later uses that skill to help her to compete in the Hunger Games.<br/><br/>Her world is filled with the normal young adult concerns and struggles and then her life is suddenly changed when she becomes a competitor for District Twelve to the Hunger games. The competitors are called Tributes. One boy and one girl tribute from each of the twelve districts is selected to play this yearly game. It's fascinating to see this world that sort of resembles today and how it has changed and morphed into something else. People and their behavior are transcendent regardless of their environment. The Hunger Game does a great job of playing out human behavior using various characters and their reaction to staged and non-staged scenarios. I strongly recommend this novel.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROIEIZ9REHJ34?ASIN=0439023521	best book ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">oh my god.this book beats the twiliht saga.take it from me,the crazy chick who is overly abnormaly in LOVE with hunger games.and may i add TEAM PEETA!!!!!!!!&lt;3</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NNL1KG66CMWB?ASIN=0439023521	must read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is easy to read and get sucked into the story line. Read first book in 2 days -would have been only 1 but had to go to work! Loved all three highly recommend</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8P3C5O6A0TRC?ASIN=0439023521	Recovering HP fan	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Ever since I finished the Harry Potter series, I have abandoned book series. I felt nothing could live up to JK Rowling. Suzanne Collins gets pretty darn close!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UAE400RI0EJO?ASIN=0439023521	Good Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins<br/>Age: 12+<br/>Rating: 4.5 Stars<br/>Grade: A<br/>(Warning: This book is not for the faint of heart. In the movie, they have to edit out much of the book just to achieve a PG-13 rating.)<br/>Imagine life in a world where evrything you say and do is monitored. Imagine living in  an America where hunger and pain are purposefully inflicted on the citizens. Imagine being forced to watch children you know be brutally murdered every year.This nightmare is made a reality in this amazing bestseller. In Katniss' world, a nation known as Panem, people rebelled years ago against the government. They are now punished by having their descendants chosen to kill one another with one survivor and one survivivor only. Katniss and her family are barely scraping by. When her little sister is entered into the Hunger Games, Katniss promptly offers to take her place. Katniss is now thrown into a game of evil vs. good, love vs. life, and ethics vs. survival. She is thrust into an outdoor arena in which she must battle 23 other tributes to stay alive. It really doesn't help when she begins falling in love with one of them.<br/>I really loved this book, for the same reason I loved ""The Compound."" Not because it is beautiful, but because it is terrifying, poignant, and raw. This breathtaking story of adventure will leave even the most skeptical readers astounded.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OP3C8QJDKLQI?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">having just seen the movie, decided to read the book since they are always better. this was no exception. looking forward to reading the next book on the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14DXEHQKYCT8L?ASIN=0439023521	outstanding book !	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Its an amazing book! Makes you think about a lot of the stuff that goes on around us and what the future might come to. Got here within a couple days. Loved it !</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KZRSSP3TVOAP?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't stop reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's been a while since I read an entire book in less than 24 hours. This novel was one I could not put down. I am truly looking forward to reading the next two.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KVTRDGJ6JPV1?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games leaves me hungry for more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger Games is fast moving and hard to stop reading. Suzanne Collins not only draws for us a future that seems possible but one that at times also seems likely.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KS4QZ9REO47N?ASIN=0439023521	Better than Expected!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wasn't aware of the series until I started hearing about the movie, which looks interesting, so I decided to check out the books. My husband had read the first book already and was surprised when I asked to read it because it's not my usual ""trashy romance"" as he likes to joke. I was very surprised at how much I enjoyed this book. I was a little slow getting into it and I believe it was due to the peculiar names the author uses and also trying to place where each District was located on our current map. Once I got over that, from about the time Katniss volunteered herself, I was hooked. Apart from the unusual names, the author has a very simplistic writing style and I found myself finishing the book in one sitting. I can't wait to read the rest of the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WMFUX42I8XPO?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A complete must read. Couldn't put this book down! Only thing I didn't like is that the story is too short, I would have loved it to have been much much longer!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TSATXMFIOX0W?ASIN=0439023521	Susan from NYC	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a very good dystopian novel about a subject similar to that of 1984, written many, many decades ago.  The idea of an all-controlling, malicious force such as Big Brother is not new.  It's a recurrent fear of all freedom-loving humans.  The breakup of the former Soviet Union gives voice to man's loathing of being controlled and enslaved.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is scary, but unsentimental, providing us a wonderful heroine in Katniss, who is down to earth and uttlery non-narcissistic (a flaw found in literature too often these days).<br/><br/>I only discovered that this is a YA book.  As a proud grandmother, I read it without this knowledge, and will recommend it for reading when my grandchildren come of age.<br/><br/>Plan to read the trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RW6Y2VHPQ7YS7?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is the first book in the series and you meet the main character Katniss Everdeen, who is somewhat of a no nonsense girl who is striving to take care of her family in the harsh world that the was once the United States. It is a dystopian novel so the government is corrupt and cruel, and the people are subjected to harsh living conditions and the whims of the Capital. I'll start with the style...it's a very quick paced book and after the first few chapters you'll be drawn in because the world is so different and no harsh detail is spared. It's separated into three sections which helps give you breathing time because things move at a steady pace in the first section, and they definitely pick up in the second section. Like I said before it's a harsh story and I was a little surprised at the violence, it wasn't overly gory or horror story violent but i you don't like stories where there are quick, blunt and sometimes heart wrenching deaths don't read it.The characters are easy to ""feel"" for, some will be extremely easy to hate and others you'll love from the moment you read about them. One example is Rue, she's not in the book for a long period of time but in the short amount of time you are subjected to her she finds a way into your heart. I personally can't wait for the second one, and I hope it's as gripping as this was.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1653LLCNBNAP7?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic story!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very well written novel with a chilling, creative, and strikingly close to home story. It will draw you in and hold you till the end... and into the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RW40R7ONJ41PT?ASIN=0439023521	the hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book is the best yet!its such a exciting and ingaging book.i love how suzanne collins adds a little romance into it.i would recomend this book too anyone!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29R082IHUT5CC?ASIN=0439023521	Great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read!  What an imagination.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19CTBHXLLDWXF?ASIN=0439023521	A futuristic story worth reading.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A futuristic story worth reading.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1O3S99JJ0T4IO?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">GREAT READS. LOVED ALL THE BOOKS.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGJIA4RB8JGPT?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Keeps your interest. Easy to read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3K874WX28618B?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Keeps your interest till the end!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JPIECTFWUUEC?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book. Enjoyed every minute!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3H7FMWUCUQYU8?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent book, really enjoyed	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent book ,really enjoyed it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PITMDFM5BOO7?ASIN=0439023521	READ IT!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Outstanding! Couldn't put it down</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2F6QYYJEFF4LX?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good condition. Enjoyed the read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDIU0Y252OEX4?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Sucked me right in and fast read.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27G9B5DMFAZ5D?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great Book.  Glad I purchased it.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FLPYH38V4N6B?ASIN=0439023521	Great book, couldn't put it down.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book, couldn't put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1S3YIO0PJ7IU6?ASIN=0439023521	Katniss is the best. You already know.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Who doesn't love a surly heroine?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HACA0QU44X57?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good read, better than the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UT9ZYRR11Y59?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Could hardly wait for the sequel.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QTOIO3JLQCKI?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I got into this series much later than everyone else and now know what the buzz was all about.  I probably set a speed reading record; I couldn't put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQP2HF3JC3WEU?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't Put It Down!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So many young adults loved it so I gave it a try. Katniss Everdeen is my hero. Protecting those she loves, the best way she could, until the very end... EPIC.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LEHHKBIMMZ3R?ASIN=0439023521	LOVE LOVE LOVE	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book. If a book doesn't grab me quickly I  stop reading and never pick it back up. This one did, Chapter one-I was hooked! I couldn't get enough!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDMD5TGD2J7D8?ASIN=0439023521	Almost missed my train stop...several times!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">While I'm not a sci-fi or adventure enthusiast, I am a fan of dystopian novels like the Handmaid's Tale and Never Let Me Go.  The Hunger Games did not disappoint.  It has just the right amount of suspense but with an interesting, character-driven story.  When I started catching on to the violent premise of ""The Games"", I wondered how Suzanne Collins would pull it off, but she does!  An interesting and suspenseful page-turner, it made me excited for my commute to and from work, at first slowly savoring each page, but then giving in and finishing it at home over the weekend, knowing book 2 is mine instantly via my beloved Kindle!  I waited until I was finished reading before ""IMDB-ing"" the cast for the film to be released in March 2012.  Excited!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2C9P1U2FZ62NY?ASIN=0439023521	Stunning bit of literature	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After seeing the film numerous times, I was driven to read this first installment, and was blown away. Very well done and cannot wait to continue the series.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34TM57PFL32XY?ASIN=0439023521	the best book ever ead by these eyes	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this is the best book ever written it is a fast moving cant put i down wonderin whats gonna happen next book i give this a rating of 10000000 out of 10000000</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37PXLCD1WIO0Q?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought this book was very interesting, it really drew me in.  The ending was such a cliffhanger, I had to buy the next book &amp; start reading it right away!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RY9JL1DIOHDHD?ASIN=0439023521	AHHHH-MAZING!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read the entire trilogy and the first book was my favorite hands down. This was one of the first books I read when I received my Kindle and I could not put it down. Unfortunately I was supposed to be studying for my licensure exam! There is something magical about the characters in this trilogy. You can't help but feel like you are part of them. You cheer for them, you cry with them, and you feel anger with them. I just finished the last book and I feel like I can't start another book. I feel cheated.... I want more from this trilogy!! I can not wait for the movies to come out. I know the actors will portray the characters right.<br/>If you are reading this post to get an idea to read the books.... READ THEM!!! you will not be disappointed!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13K1X6Y1CLM6C?ASIN=0439023521	HUNGRY for MORE!*Some Spoilers*	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well thanks for clicking my review.I first had gotten introduced to The Hunger Games by my Language Arts teacher.He never finished the book in class by reading it aloud.So,i decided to read it over the Summer last year.BOY was I glad I did!At first,I wasn't THAT impressed.Then,they got to the reaping.That was when I got hooked on the book.Many people would think that putting teens in an arena in kill eachother is disgusting.DO NOT MISJUDGE THIS BOOK!That is the beauty of this book.You never know what will happen next.This is my favorite book of all time!The suspence,the action,the romance!Way better than those TwiLOSERS!That was just my opinion.But when I finished the trilogy,I was sad that Ms.Collins was not going to write another book.But,I found out about the MOVIE.And Josh Hutcherson was going to play PEETA!HAPPINESS!I love Haymitch and his drunk self.Especially when he throws up on himself and Katniss and Peeta have to clean him up.(That was also kind of gross)I just hope there won't be a ""Team Peeta "" ""Team Gale"" fiasco.(But for the record,I would be Team Peeta.Gale is a square.&gt;&lt;)Overall,The Hunger Games is a fantastic read  I totally recommend this to anyone ages 10&amp;up.*HATERS SHALL BE PUT IN THE ARENA NEXT!*<br/>P.S This is my first review.<br/>  Thanks and..............<br/>  May this book,be EVER in your favor!^^</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNKY889U1MLQY?ASIN=0439023521	Best Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I finished The Hunger Games and I couldn't put down it was awesome! I am 10 years old and I would recomend this book to very mature readers.<br/><br/>Kate</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23CU29M10UA8I?ASIN=0439023521	Wow!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am completely blown away at the description and plot of this book. Even though it brought tears to my eyes, I still loved it. I recommend it to everybody.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLT0G13JD2B1A?ASIN=0439023521	wonderful surprise!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I needn't add any more accolades to what is already here but to say give this book a chance and you will not be disappointed! I can't wait for the next one!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39CK26I8MJI97?ASIN=0439023521	Reading with Tequila	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is an emotionally draining book and I mean that in the best way possible. I found myself crying by the end of the very first chapter. I continued to cry on and off throughout the entire book. Being someone who doesn't cry often, these tears signaled something monumental. From word one, The Hunger Games draws you in and holds you captive. It provides beautifully written (and uniquely named) characters for you to love and then brutalizes them until you think you can't take it anymore. After it hurts you, you beg for more.<br/><br/>I was afraid to read The Hunger Games. I was afraid of the hype. I hadn't heard one bad word about this book. It seems everyone in the world has read it and it's universally loved. It was a recipe for disaster. It couldn't possibly be as good as everyone said. Yet, somehow The Hunger Games managed to actually exceed every expectation I had. I completely get the obsessive love, the rabid forming of Team Peeta vs. Team Gale, the desperation to acquire the final book.<br/><br/>I could continue this gushing love-fest for thousands of more words, but I have to rush off to get a copy of Catching Fire. I must learn what is causing the rampant teach choosing. In a nutshell, the concept put forth in The Hunger Games sucks you in, but it's the pure emotion that makes this book unforgettable.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R382J9Z63YFMYJ?ASIN=0439023521	A forever favorite	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I literally read this for the 5th time. This a series i will read once a year for many years to come. I see myself reading these books to my grandchildren.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTYIJHVHEZKQU?ASIN=0439023521	it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">' it! amazing book, action, adventure, i enjoyed every minute of it, haven't seen the movie yet, but heard both r good, all my friends told me to read this</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NYZLDKYSV4ZA?ASIN=0439023521	Was sad when I finished book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was a skeptic... did not usually read books of this nature. BUT I was captured from chapter one and was never once bored throughout the story. GREAT READ</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3R26F4EPSOP14?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the best book I've read in years. I've already read the other two and this trilogy beats any of the other series I've ever read. Great job suzanne</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1I94KBWGZR3G9?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book; full of suspense, action and adventure.  Extremely well written and thought out! Couldn't wait to finish, so I could start on the second book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPHD23LKZOFTG?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was crazy good. I just finished Mockingjay a few days ago and I loved this series.  Give Ms. Collins props, I can't wait for the movie in March.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3N34I23F60BXS?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it.  Loved it.  Loved it.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well written, imaginative and a great read.  Loved each character and never felt like something was missing.  It kept me going and I couldn't put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33PIX3GVW551U?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Could not put these books down..</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JRMJP92L41DD?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am happy with what I received.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RBV6TLTAF01U?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Thanks for the free book Amazon!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4WDNNHSX98UP?ASIN=0439023521	very easy read great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">very  easy read great characters</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RM7BM76192UED?ASIN=0439023521	great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">as good or better than the movie</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RODOEIL89LFC3?ASIN=0439023521	loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Second reading.......loved it!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RX1IMFO1KAMMK?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Enjoyed this series quite a bit.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20HP1OG7FW1IP?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Set in a dystopian society where each year a male and female child are selected from each of the 12 districts to literally fight to the death in a live televised event, this novel is literally a page turner.  I had seen this on several bestseller lists but never really paid too much attention to it given that I don't normally read YA fiction.  This was recommended to me and I am so glad I picked it up to read.<br/><br/>From the first chapter I was hooked, and wanted to know what would happen next.  It is an addicting story and I highly recommend that you have the second and third novel on hand once you have finished this story.  You will definitely want to know what happens in the next instalment once you have finished this one!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QR5P6JXSIGR0?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Got the kindle app version of Hunger games. Easy to buy and the book is great. Makes me want to see the movie and I already purchased the follow up book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1C35GAETJD6A8?ASIN=0439023521	Great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was hooked from page one and was able to complete the book in one sitting(at work). It was compelling enough to keep my attention for 8 straight hours.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30363623BNS5R?ASIN=0439023521	Coltonater	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow.  The hunger games was probably one of the best books i have ever read in my life.  It would be a waste of time NOT to read this book and the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15RFAZ3T8RJ0F?ASIN=0439023521	Must READ!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not put this book down. The writing is fantastic and I could imagine every step of Katniss' journey. I hated for it to end. Now what will I read?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R124DUS7SNI3AV?ASIN=0439023521	satisfying to the last page	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i have been looking for a great book for the longest time to recommend to my students. this fits the bill. what's more? it's part of a series! what luck!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KA3XLMMEM9YY?ASIN=0439023521	The New, More Appropriate Twilight	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After reading the complete Twilight Saga and looking for a new fixation, I am so glad that I have stumbled upon the Hunger Games Trilogy. While I found the romantic element in The Hunger Games not as tangible as in Twilight, the overall story was more intriguing than The Saga. In addition, it is quite apparent that the diction and grammar are aimed at the young adult audience; The Hunger Games Trilogy is more appropriate reading material than The Saga.<br/><br/>The themes of death, betrayal and paranoia made putting the book down a real chore. Furthermore, it was easy to compare the events in The Hunger Games to the current political environment.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is an easy read that will satisfy any Twi-Hard, like myself.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QVDC6S82FF2J?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING!!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put the book down!!!! I read it 3 times!!!  I love all 3 books!!! Theyre amazing and so is Suzanne Collins! If you dont like it then u stink.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MTGVJ78GWMKT?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved this book! It was an easy read, but very addicting. If you are looking for something fun to read on an airplane or at the beach; This is the book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OE4O4OHP5U57?ASIN=0439023521	Dramatic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This story line kept me coming back to see what happen next.<br/>I wanted to see what all the talk was about the hunger games.  It was worth the time.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20YMELQDVRYKP?ASIN=0439023521	A wonderful book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is such a wonderful book. This is a five-star book all the way. I really recommend this book to people that like to read action books.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VJ8P15O1F6JJ?ASIN=0439023521	Best Read In years	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Every single member of our family has been thrilled with this amazing history<br/>Suzanne Collins rocks!<br/>Can't wait to see what she is working on</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RX1DAQREXXWFS?ASIN=0439023521	Absolutely Breathtaking	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I LOVED this book. The whole idea just amazes me and I love the star-crlssed lovers theme! I really hope Peeta and Katniss end up together eventually!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28CQA55R2GL5R?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved this book, would definitely recommend it. Am currently reading the second book in the series, it is just as good.  Can't wait until the last one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QDAU01YZMWQJ?ASIN=0439023521	Suspenseful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I ordered this book for my 16 year old son and half way through he lost interest. Gratefully he came back to it later and said it was an awesome read.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UJKLEGS9R8FS?ASIN=0439023521	LOVE!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is one of the best series to come out in a long time! Great everything- plot, characters, fantasy (but not too far fetched). Love it!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMJ7B0SE1RKEG?ASIN=0439023521	Summer read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A good summer read for adults as well as kids.  Already ordered the second In the series.  Very interesting concept and am glad I don't live in Panem.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21NKZOQMNG80T?ASIN=0439023521	None	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved all of the hunger games series. I am so sad I am finished so soon. I truly enjoyed each book. Movies just cant compete with authors like this.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NAS3XWG5YOY3?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing Story!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Absolutely loved this book! I could not put it down! The story is very well thought out and flows well!  If you want a good read.... this book is it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWP1ZED9H4GD?ASIN=0439023521	Took me away!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is very good and I will end up reading the whole series, thanks to the author itself! Recommend this to any one, sure they will love it :-)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RAMIOX85TZZAD?ASIN=0439023521	Loved this book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a fantastic first book in the series! And it ends with sort of a cliff-hanger, so you're left wanting more. Can't wait to read the next one!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FUBXQHUV2NUF?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I re-read this book after seeing the movie. It was just as amazing the second time. Loved it. So inventive yet evocative of archetypes that resonate.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UG9ZRZCK63YI?ASIN=0439023521	Entertaining	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Being a fan of the Gregor series, I picked up this book hoping for another good read.<br/><br/>The plot line isn't that original, (basically a ripoff of Battle Royale).  Nonetheless, the novel was entertaining and it did have some interesting ideas.<br/><br/>This story definitely has the potential to grow in originality, and perhaps we'll see a more unique storyline with the next book in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2W7UNR0U2ZDJR?ASIN=0439023521	the most action book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this is one of the best book in the history  of the world<br/><br/> I recomend this book for kids who like  hary potter.<br/><br/>  exept owen m</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZCZFROPLE500?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Having seen the movie, was interested in filling in the story - this book did not disappoint.  By the time it started, found I couldn't put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTL9KWDBUQDH3?ASIN=0439023521	The Most Amazing Book I've Ever Read This Year	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Most Amazing Book<br/><br/>I gave this rating because it deserves it.<br/>I would recommend this book to everyone because it is this amazing.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LEPFJ3W6W4BO?ASIN=0439023521	love these books	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The books arrived right on time. I read these so fast I had to reread all of them. I have since shared with friends who all love them just as much.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MIDITKZG5IJZ?ASIN=0439023521	For me this is where the trilogy ends.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games started out as a beautifully, cleverly written book. The world was fascinating and the protagonist was a smart, clever, edgy girl. The build-up towards the Hunger Games was incredible. Then came the actual games and from there, this book fell apart. The girl who was so smart and clever before became a bumbling fool with some of her actions out of character. Add to that the ending that seemingly would never come, the anticlimactic and all-too-predictable end, and the plot twists that were obviously contrived and what you have is...well, a very average book which the movie surpassed.<br/><br/>Part of the problem with the Hunger Games is it was written in first-person. If this were a romance or some other type book wherein the main character was not thrown into a deadly match, first-person would be fine. BUT in a book wherein the main character is in a deadly match, the fact this book was written in first-person is a buzz-kill. You know the MC survives. NO TENSION. Plus, we're missing half the story. Had the Hunger Games been written in third person from at least two points of view, the reader would have been guessing who lived and the book would have been far more intense.<br/><br/>This book is disappointing through and through.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RL5ME14902OY3?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A well-written, riveting story.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3365R51HLZ4J6?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">great read! this book was good!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9POBN4NG3V6G?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A Totally addictive page turner</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R49EVU4GXKGCY?ASIN=0439023521	Gifted item, Recipient Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Gifted item, Recipient Loved it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R280U0ZG12ZNY0?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read this book. Katniss is cool</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/REAA2V6FJCIW5?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Semi-original and well written.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BCI6W0PP3W34?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">enjoyed. now I have all 3 books</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JCFMDNE5JVJT?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">great series. very interesting.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NJVGQGJ4M2KW?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love, flew through these books!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MAJ4URL9MEV3?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's amazing book. I love it!!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSYIJZR6YD3GD?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great conclusion to the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2R1PWPHR3LX59?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love the whole series awesome</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PV9QFGNEYDTQ?ASIN=0439023521	What?  I'm required to put a headline?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">And I'm required to use a certain number of words or more?  What?  I loved this book, couldn't put it down.  Is that enough words for you, Amazon??</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTT32W5W4XN4V?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games, a fast read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">No wonder this book was made into a movie.  Fast moving, full of action, a great summer read it can be finished in a day or two tops!  Great story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28G6F0DJMFHOB?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing series.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This series definitely beats out Twilight! Themes are deep, great plot. Series is just awesome. Kept me reading nonstop, can't wait for the movies.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1POI1WQZ6XQFJ?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games (book 1)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book caught my attention from the very start! Suzanne Collins is an amazing author. Thus is pretty much the number one book I've EVER read! :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RY30SOIQZNDA8?ASIN=0439023521	Absolutely Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put this book down the minute I read the first few pages. The characters jump out from the book in a way I hadn't experienced ever since the Harry Potter series, they are super believable and just perfect. Even though the plot didn't hook me in the first time I read the review, I loved the book since the very beginning.<br/><br/>Collins puts in the story just the right amount of rebellion, surviving skills, romance, friendship, longing and morals. The second you finish this book you'll be reaching out for the second one (catching fire) so if you don't own a kindle, go ahead and buy the three of them all at once because it will be frustrating not having the second around when you're done.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3REVH3ELCF50B?ASIN=0439023521	Page-turner but not for the kiddies	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is not a book I would ever have chosen to read. I find its premise disgusting. My daughter (10) was given this book as a present from one of her teachers. Since she is such a reluctant reader, yet was eager to read The Hunger Games in anticipation of seeing the movie, I decided the best way to handle it was to read it with her.<br/><br/>The plot aside, Collins is a masterful storyteller. She knows how to pull the reader in and keep them turning the pages. What unfolds is the story of a bright, independent young woman who learns to hunt illegally so that she can feed her family now that her father is gone. She has a close, yet confusing relationship with Gale, who also hunts.<br/><br/>Katniss is soon turned into a brave sibling, who protects her younger sister from certain death. The other tribute from District 12 is Peeta Mellark, the bread boy. It is Peeta's budding friendship with Katniss that provides the emotional side to this tale of death and woe. The kids have been trained for survival. Without the relationship between Katniss and Peeta, you simply have a story of horrible loss of life.<br/><br/>This isn't a book I would have allowed my daughter to read without me. It contains graphic violence that is more appropriate for older teens and adults.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BTFO14YQ9YUW?ASIN=0439023521	fast read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is an especially fast read if you have seen the movie, but it still gets you thinking about who controls you and what freedom you truly have.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30VRY8OXV0UWU?ASIN=0439023521	Loved Hunger Games!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Creative, fun to read, and thrilling. It definitely had sad moments, but I couldn't put the book down and had to immediately pick up Catching Fire</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIWNVPGUU85G3?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book starts out very slow but gets a lot better around the 3rd chapter. Once you get to the end you want to pick up the next book! I love it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CHR0GJYOGSCL?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thoroughly enjoyed this book and finished it in 2 days. I immediately bought the second. I highly recommend it to any one that reads this genre.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LEOQ3PSNWO1A?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a good book. I highly recommend it for people into dystopians. The book is thrilling and sad and leaves you with a cliffhanger at the end</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXQXUDMO1K5JS?ASIN=0439023521	?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book I almost cried at the end because I was so happy. I'm dying to see the movie catching fore although I haven't read the book yet</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1J6U0R2092PBD?ASIN=0439023521	Next book, please	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After seeing the movie, this was interesting reading......very brutal.  I plan to buy the next in the series before the second movie is released.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NVWEV1QBLA0W?ASIN=0439023521	so awesome i am still on fire	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this is seriously the best book i have aver read, including the harry potter series, the twilight saga,and the diary of a wimpy kid put together!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UZMS1200HW7V?ASIN=0439023521	Love It!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book!  To me, it's like a cross between futuristic Gladiator meets Twilight.  I can't wait to read the other two books in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15G5PVMMMWP62?ASIN=0439023521	Great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow, now for something truly different! Went and ordered the 2nd &amp; 3rd in the series right away, and so far the 2nd is captivating also. Love it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R100AX7EXP8BB7?ASIN=0439023521	An Intense Unsettling Thriller	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is equal parts disturbing, thought-provoking, and chilling. More than anything though, it's completely compelling. Can't wait for the movie with Jennifer Lawrence. Should be something. It's amazing how much the book affected me. And just a heads-up that parts are pretty violent (quite brutal, in fact) and much of it is really unsettling, but you can't say the book's dull. It'll always keep you engaged. So, despite the violence, if you can get through it, it should prove quite an intrepid read. Opens your mind and your emotions, most definitely. Really, a must-read. Works both as a love story and an action yarn, and once in, you'll be hooked on Katniss and her journey.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BQZK77B7HKH4?ASIN=0439023521	Brutality at the most honest level	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games sets up a voyage for the reader which will exhaust you, test your character along with the characters in the book and honestly test your resolve. Collins paints a vivid world where everything is real and true to mankind. Evil exists in each of us and Collins shows this throughout the book. Her refusal to sugar coat anything and show the honesty of pain, suffering, tough choices, sacrifice and hurt make the reader unable to put the books down; no matter how much pain it may bring the reader to continue. The themes throughout the book are so honest that at times the reader may have to step away, only to realize quickly the desire to continue is so great it is worth the discomfort.<br/><br/>Collins will evoke some questions within yourself in ways few have accomplished and will leave you wondering why life has to be the way it is. Why pain doesn't completely go away and why at times we ourselves don't know what we truly desire. This book is definitely worth the read, but I WILL GIVE ONE WARNING:<br/><br/>YOU ARE NOT PREPARED FOR IT. The Hunger Games will introduce you to a lot of things in the end you'll wish you hadn't experienced along with Katniss but in the end you'll surely be content knowing you took the voyage.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RE9VW4EUE5S27?ASIN=0439023521	not to miss	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">could not stop reading it  now on second  volume  fantastic books  but depressing world  described  characters are drawn  and plots are riveting</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SUH3TLYIMW28?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My sister in law asked me to read this book she told me I would never put it down...... 2 days later and I was back at amazon looking for book 2</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GFUM0X4NG85R?ASIN=0439023521	I love this book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book is a great story and very captivating. I love having it on my kindle device so I can have all<br/>Three books together with no weight!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYMN73NFDCB06?ASIN=0439023521	Good Book - Action and Adventure!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great action and adventure book. Interesting plot and good characters. I really liked reading the trilogy. I can't wait for the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R360CAAVZRCO6T?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is my favorite book of all time. I coudnt put it down until i finished it. FANTASTIC book! I was so upset when the book was over. LOVED IT!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BLWBKFIVSG2I?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have read a number of books but the Hunger Games was one on those that I just couldn't put down!  I look forward to reading the next 2 books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38I3RV0S3M07O?ASIN=0439023521	Captivating	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was not able to put the book down.  Very captivating. I just kept picking up the book to find out what was happening. Definitely a good read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SE4ET10VBC8E?ASIN=0439023521	Good start....	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good book, a little bit predictable...but got me hooked anyway...the other two are really REALLY better than this... Absolutely recommended....</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R156440QRCKMPJ?ASIN=0439023521	Not just for teens!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My daughter turned me on to this.  I started reading just so I could say I did.  Wow, what a ride.  I couldn't put it down.  On to books 2 &amp; 3!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SPAIH9W0R4L0?ASIN=0439023521	Great!! Glad I got the book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great!!  Glad I got the book!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WCPCBCKSN4KJ?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Came in good shape. Thank you.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SI7RT0T2UVB1?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Can't wait to read number two.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SEUSQBUMK6B2?ASIN=0439023521	Short but sweet read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read albeit a quick one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1G077IXET2KK5?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this I read it as a kid</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1EEVZVZDD23Q4?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it bought the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3A5GVS5FWEHQE?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Gripping from start to finish.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31SAFHZKDFKKC?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of my favorite books ever.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XLU4FSWO61Y6?ASIN=0439023521	Sweet buy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fast shipping. Would recommend</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2G8W8MGWJ8AMR?ASIN=0439023521	Lightness exists even in the darkest times	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">How to describe this book?  It is violent and horrifying, and yet tender and innocent.  It is dark, yet hopeful.  It contains action, adventure, political themes and a hint of romance.<br/><br/>From the very beginning, I was drawn to Katniss, the heroine living in a post-apocalyptic slum, trying to feed and care for her family, especially her beloved little sister Prim.  The premise of the story is that she is selected to compete in a brutal, politically mandated death match along with a boy from her region, Peeta.  The story unfolds with Katniss trying to survive and retain her identity.  At the same time, she must determine what is real, who she can trust and just how she feels about each situation.<br/><br/>The ending is a little bit of a cliff hanger, but only because it clearly states that there is another book (oh, and of course, all the hype has indicated the same).  Had the book just ended without the ""stay tuned"", I would have been satisfied.  (Of course, I would have wanted more, but that is the nature of a story well-told).<br/><br/>I really enjoyed the story and the characters.  Parts of the story may or may not have melted my cold little heart.<br/><br/>I am looking forward to reading the next book, Catching Fire.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3ILMZELH9P8DQ?ASIN=0439023521	Unstoppable	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't put it down AND I had seen the movie first! I thought this was for kids-lol! The book is well crafted, eerie and complex. Great read.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IH8VHBDQFO4H?ASIN=0439023521	Gripping	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It isn't often that I resent being interrupted to eat, but this is the case regarding these books.  interesting reading--from start to finish.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJOMYB7ZXPU77?ASIN=0439023521	Engaging	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The story was very engaging and the characters were very believable. Two thumbs up for Suzanne Collins. It's a must read for anyone 13 and up.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OXVW6NPTFN65?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic!! I could NOT put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I heard of this book through Stephenie Meyers website (The Twilight Series and The Host)and she said it was amazing. I thought that if she said it was good then I should pick it up. From the first page through the final sentance I was riveted. Collins does was so many authors try to do...she hooks you from beginning to end.<br/>Her writing is engaging and easy to read. She connects on a level that is suprising in a 'young adult' novel.<br/>Please be aware...this book is really meant for readers 14 or older. I am 24 and found some parts of this book a little hard to read. It deals with mature themes and can be quite graphic.<br/>Without a doubt, The Hunger Games is a gem.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QYI4KUDC5UY9?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games!!!!!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is an incredibly amazing book!!! If you have not read The Hunger Games, you are truly missing out!!! Great job Suzanne Collins!!!!!!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1647T44UJ11OK?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book. Great story line. I loved the all of the moral and ethical dilemmas throughout the book. Would highly recommend to anyone!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35R0AINOAHLKL?ASIN=0439023521	My God! Where do I begin?!?!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't usually jump on the ""YOU HAVE TO READ THIS BOOK!"" bandwagon, but everyone I knew praised The Hunger Games to the heavens and I finally decided to check it out. Just a small preface before I begin this review, I am truly sad that I did not like this book. Shocked was more like it...<br/><br/>1. The Writing<br/><br/>Yes, this is a young adult novel, but my pragmatic approach to any book tells me I can't suspend reality for the most basic plot devices. Not only was the writing boring, but the clichéd lines had my eyes rolling more times than I can count.<br/>Furthermore, I like books where the plot is explained subtly, not the vital repercussions concerning the harsh rules of the Capitol explained twenty times. For example:<br/>""Taking the kids from our districts, forcing them to kill one another while we watch"" &lt;-- this sentence should have sufficed and Collins' message will come across loud and clear. Yet, she continues--<br/>""This is the Capitol's way of reminding us how totally we are at their mercy. How little chance we would stand of surviving another rebellion.""<br/><br/>The author holds your hand throughout the book, uncertain if you are capable of analyzing a basic plot. This is coming from attending a school that assigned preteens The Grapes of Wrath, Huckleberry Finn, Oliver Twist and The Giver .<br/><br/>When Peeta constantly compliments Katniss, she says: ""I don't know why, but this rubs me the wrong way.""<br/><br/>Along that, you can expect more lines such as ""Betrayal. That's the first thing I feel"". Maybe it's just me, but everything is so amateur.<br/><br/>2. Character Development.<br/><br/>Katniss, to me, is not a likable character. Her redeeming qualities are slim to none and she is downright rude. Nothing in the novel hints at me to believe that Katniss is really the ""Chosen One"". All I have to believe that Katniss will save the country of Panem is through passages--<br/><br/>""She's a survivor""<br/><br/>""People will help you in the arena. They will be tripping over each other to sponsor you.""<br/><br/>""She's excellent,"" says Peeta. ""My father buys her squirrels. He always comments on how the arrows never pierce the body. She hits everyone in the eye.""<br/><br/>The only strong suit I see for Katniss' ability to win the Games is her use of the bow and arrow as shown in the above remark from Peeta's observations. If Katniss believed her only way to survive is through the bow and arrow, then what lesson has she MORALLY learned about staying alive? That if I don't have a bow and arrow, I am nothing? The bow and arrow is also a weapon, mind you. The games would have been more interesting had a bow and arrow never showed up. The author is indirectly telling me that my true gift lies in material.<br/><br/>As the Gamemakers observe the tributes' training: ""Several times I've looked up to find one fixated on me.""<br/><br/>And my favorite:<br/>""She has no idea. The effect she can have.""<br/><br/>The inevitable effect she has on people is only clear to the characters in the book, because it is lost on me. It is not enough for Collins to insert remarks such as these in the novel and expect us to believe she will save the totalitarianism of a country. I wanted to see Katniss' growth as a character for me to understand the prophetic high remarks her colleagues give her. I don't need to read the third book to conclude she has realized potential.<br/><br/>Katniss is rude and that's to say the least--<br/><br/>Example:<br/><br/>""I bite my lip and stalk back to my room, making sure Peeta can hear the door slam""<br/><br/>Example:<br/>As Katniss explains why she doesn't care to listen to the history of Panem, it's because<br/>""Whatever the truth is, I don't see how it will help me get food on the table.""<br/><br/>The truth is what should help you fight against the system!<br/><br/>My disappointment furthered, after this passage:<br/><br/>""Suddenly I am furious that with my life on the line, they don't even have the decency to pay attention to me.""<br/>WAIT. Was this the moment she finally realized that she could possibly die and now she does the unthinkable and upsets the Gamemakers? Collins' writing suggests the Capitol is so strict. I find it hard to believe that Katniss can get away with this.<br/><br/>The other characters are not only one-dimensional, but offer Katniss no further development. Peeta does nothing to better himself or Katniss in the arena. Haymitch, who is drunk 24/7 and could not even stand during the reaping, is alert during his drunkenness to send Katniss thought-provoking gifts. Give me a break.<br/><br/>3. The Plot<br/><br/>I was in no hurry to finish this book. Throughout the book, I never sensed Katniss in any real danger. She cheated death on several occasions (The tall, brutal, Thresh sparing her life because of Rue, Clove not killing her when she had the chance, the hellfire, one can even argue when she shot the arrow through the apple at the Gamemakers). Collins' plot is seen as way too convenient in favor of Katniss. No true sacrifice was made. Even when she took her sister's place, she still had a chance to battle it out.<br/><br/>The ""star-crossed"" lovers sub plot felt like a thrown away brainstorm idea, rather than something making it to the final draft. As I read, I wondered how interesting of Collins to set up Peeta and Katniss' relationship during the Hunger Games, only allowing one to survive. The twist the Gamemakers announced halfway through the book felt so trivial, I laughed in disbelief.<br/><br/>I will say that the book is fast-paced, which I like and the Hunger Games concept is interesting. Yet, my disappointment surpasses the slim margin of likeness I had toward The Hunger Games.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JRNW9UYV65TS?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games: Spoiler-Free, Christian-Based Review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Here's how it started:<br/><br/>""You have to read The Hunger Games,"" my little sister said over the phone. ""I just finished the first one, and the last book just came out.""<br/>""Of course I'll read it,"" I said, and put it on my mental list. I just didn't think I'd pull out that mental list so soon.<br/>Inside Barnes and Noble's coffee shop with 30mph winds outside and a hot chai in my hands, I pick up the bent copy of The Hunger Games, by Suzanne Collins. Clearly, someone read it before me. For some reason, I imagine this book is about animals. It's a weird title and not very catching (same with the cover....). I shrug. My sister liked it and this wasn't the first time I'd heard the book title. When I hear a book mentioned more than 3 times, I need to read it. It's growing popular. Reviews are needed for those parents who will soon be peppered with, ""Mom, can I read The Hunger Games?"" and ""Dad, but Bobby's reading it. Why can't I?""<br/>Inevitably, the reply is usually, ""Because I don't know what it's about."" or ""I don't know if it's safe.""<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is unique and, to put it bluntly, phenomenal. It pulls an idea from books like, We (Yevgeny Zamyatin)and 1984 (George Orwell), and movies like Equilibrium--the idea of a overruling government--and makes a similar story with thrilling twists, a very believable character, and geared toward teens.<br/><br/>North America has returned to a somewhat primitive state years in the future due to revolts, natural disasters, and the growth of the all-powerful government. The common people live in 12 different Districts surrounding The Capitol. To keep the people in line and in fear, the Capitol created The Hunger Games 74 years ago, forcing each district to send one boy and one girl into an arena to fight to the death (aka. 24 kids all fighting each other at once). Each district is required under law to watch the entire game on television live as the contestants (called ""tributes"") are forced to battle each other and the government-programmed environment for survival. This is so the Capitol can yearly remind the people why they should fear its power.<br/><br/>How do you win in the Hunger Games? Be the last one alive.<br/><br/>Katniss Everdeen, an eligible teenager and our heroine, ends up in the games through a cruel twist of fate. We follow her as she struggles with the idea of killing someone, but we feel her desperation to return home alive as promised to her 12-year-old sister, Prim. Can she resist the strong hand of the Capitol, or does she need to play into it to win?<br/><br/>Add to the plot when the boy from her District happens to be someone who saved her life when she was younger. Can she kill him to survive? WILL she kill him? This is the question that runs through her (and the reader's) head through the course of the book.<br/><br/>This is a serious book with its funny moments. The main character is brilliantly written in first person, it's hard not to feel like you ARE Katniss Everdeen. I almost cried in the second chapter, not because it was hugely sad, but because it was intense and well written.<br/>I've never cried reading a book, and I can only remember one time that I've come close. The fact that The Hunger Games got me to the point of tears when I was in the middle of a crowded Barnes and Noble and only on the second chapter (it did it again in chapter 9), says a lot about the book. Now if a tear actually drops, then this book has accomplished the impossible.<br/><br/>The writing is exceptional and Katniss's character development is very thorough. The reader understands her drive, her reasons behind things, her thinking. I enjoy being in her point of view. The story keeps you on the edge of your seat. I sat in Barnes and Noble for over 6 hours and read through the whole thing--clearly it's a page-turner (book two is already in the mail on its way to my itching hands).<br/>The author has a habit of backtracking--stepping back into Katniss's thoughts and reliving a bit of history. I have always found backtracking horibbly annoying in books--all books but this one. Collins does it in a way where I think, ""Oh good, I wanted this information."" I've never seen a book accomplish that so far.<br/><br/>*deep breath*<br/><br/>Now for the negatives:<br/>This book has many violent areas. Look back to the plotline--it's a battle to the death with 24 teenager contestants. Many are going to die. There is fighting, brutality, blood, death, wounds, some poison-induced hallucinations, etc. It's harsh and I cringed a few times, but Collins never goes into grotesque detail. She always keeps it at an age-appropriate level. PG-13.<br/>There is also romance--only kissing so far, but there are several instances of it. Also, at one point in the book, Katniss shares a sleeping bag with the boy from her same district in order to keep warm. Nothing happens and there's not even insinuation, but it's good to be aware of it.<br/><br/>I do not recommend this book for young readers (13 and under). Think of it as an appropriately rated PG-13 movie and whether or not you like to watch/read that content. There are no Christian themes or mentions of God (or any other ""worshipped"" source), but the novel carries good themes of fighting for freedom. The next few books continue on to address the issue of the overruling Capitol.<br/><br/>I enjoyed this book because I enjoy the thought of overthrowing bondage. I love the search for freedom because it is built into our souls. The idea of ""freedom"" has always been a favorite topic of mine--to read, to write, to watch...and so I enjoyed The Hunger Games. If you choose to read it, I hope you enjoy it and share your opinion in the comments area. I look forward to hearing other views on the subject matter and writing. And I thank you for allowing me to share my completely honest opinion with you.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DHIPBD9EDUQ6?ASIN=0439023521	Worthy of 5 Stars.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I purchase many things off of Amazon and it seems like I only review the extraordinary items.  This book is extraordinary.  I read it non-stop for as long as it took to finish.  I was frustrated with the characters, just as the author wanted to me to be.  Each character is flawed, the antagonist is pure evil, the setting is harsh, the story is heart-wrenching.  I researched and discovered it will be a movie.  I really hope it does the book justice.  READ THE BOOK. If you are looking for an enchantingly horrible, disgustingly addicting story, go no further. I am half-way through the 3rd book in the trilogy and I still haven't been able to put the book down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZPBTRW16FHRU?ASIN=0439023521	Can't wait to read the next book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm rereading this book right now, because I love it so much. The Hunger Games is the perfect length for me to feel as though I know the characters and perfect timing for the events to unfold. There is no ""fluff"" and no unnecessary descriptions, giving way for your own imagination to take over.<br/><br/>Even though the hunger games are violent, in the book, there was little gore. The way it was written made it so you can understand how these deaths can seem like entertainment to the Capitol--it was all very detatched (with the exception of Rue). The underlying disgust for all things Capitol is everywhere.<br/><br/>I highly recommend this book. It's great for all ages.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R103GW30H7CUS1?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">great book. brand new. arrived on time. I decided to read the rest of the serious and see the movies. I am now letting family borrow them :)</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36JKQ0AK2EWBM?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My 5th grader read this book in a little over 3 weeks she couldn't stop reading it and as soon as she was done with it she got the 2nd book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10L8L8RN2MQDA?ASIN=0439023521	FANTASTIC	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I LOVE LOVE LOVE this book! I couldn't put it down. I read the whole thing in 3 days and couldn't wait to read Catching fire!!! A must read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3M6Y5T7SK3AP2?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was an awesome book. Highly recommend everyone with time read it. Better than the movie in my opinion. Can't wait to read the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2AXRR8JJ9YUAK?ASIN=0439023521	Captivating	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Probably the best book I've read in a long time.  The book's whole premise is out there and it just drags you in.  Worth a read a few times.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17TYL35AL77ZI?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games book#1	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book.<br/>It was good.<br/>V Duffy had hvcegegukevcggiii and I think it is not responsible to sing the frog and I am looking</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKHX1DUP1ND61?ASIN=0439023521	excellent book and story!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i just love this book and had a great time reading it.  it has unusual love story and plenty of action to keep the reader very entertained.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36DEHY4IQNT2O?ASIN=0439023521	A great lead in	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Don't start it if you don't have 3-7 days to dedicate to reading the whole series. Absolutely addictive and they just get better from here.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FHQWZIW2VF9S?ASIN=0439023521	An exciting thrill ride of a story!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book. Well written and engaging. Will surely not disappoint. When finished had to run out to buy following books. Highly recommended!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3I7TG83BRUES?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing story and trilogy!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I ordered these books not knowing what the plot or storyline would lead to.  The book starts out relatively slow setting up the plot and characters.  When Katniss's true personality and character is unveiled the book really starts to take off to nothing I have read before.  I have read Harry Potter, Lord of the Rings, and many other great series but none compare to this.  I would fall asleep thinking of The Hunger Games, dream of being in The Hunger Games, and then wake up going around telling all of my colleagues and friends about the book.<br/><br/>If you have not read it yet you have to order the book and read it now!  You will not want to put it down</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LQ0XTBRCWP9Y?ASIN=0439023521	Book just OK for adults	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good book for teenagers but a little elementary for an adult. It held my interest but I will not read any of the next books in the series.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TRQWEKYL9F3G?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazingly thought out. How she puts the life in these three books are amazing!! Recomend these books for young adults and adults above 13.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24DIZCY9DBAUN?ASIN=0439023521	Really good read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Really good read.  Not exactly the kind of book I read but surprisingly fun and exciting!  Can't wait to read the next book in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUFHDNVE4Z3ZU?ASIN=0439023521	My review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was good. But if you really like this book read Divergent and Insurgent. And in October read the third book Allegent. By Veronica Roth.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20BO7N1KYLQV7?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent writing. I  was so engrossed in the story I  found I could hardly put it down to go to bed. I finished the book in record time..</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3EJKIJLRROHLE?ASIN=0439023521	Digital book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a great digital book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2C0T76UGI0YBS?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read before seeing the movie.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1M4VQR3S1VCH7?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Gripping. Till the last page.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QH95BP6YW7JR?ASIN=0439023521	i lile the book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">book is better than the movie</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2V6XTBXFWAHYA?ASIN=0439023521	Jennifer Lawrence Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Kids book.  Very well written</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HSU30SVESL85?ASIN=0439023521	Easy, great read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book, keeps you engaged</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R392QJ6BYME4DU?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Could not put this one down!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TJWZ1GZ97MGH?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Enjoyed this novel very much!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BZNSHKRSBXXQ?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My daughter enjoyed this book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AY7TQLWXJ81J?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My kids love these books !!!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPFN5VTGDU2J9?ASIN=0439023521	... category from Must read books of all time to Best book of the year	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I decided to read Hunger Games after the book has been listed in almost every category from Must read books of all time to Best book of the year. A dystopian novel written for the young adult did not entice me but somewhere between hours of searching for my next book and reading long reviews on various other books, Hunger Games was crowned the winner. Sigh! The winner did not win my heart. The prose is simple and engaging. The riveting plot struck the chords of all emotions love, anguish, fear and I can see why this book is so popular. My main disappointment is the ending. Even if I believe in a set up similar to Panem, where anyone who rebels against the capitol is killed , I would have liked to see katniss or Peeta rebel or at least do something that would send a strong message to the capitol . But in the authors defence , through out the book Katniss’s character was portrayed as someone who plays along with the rules. She thinks only about her family and their daily survival unlike Peeta and Gale who sometimes question the injustice. The book is a good read but nothing more for me.I will save my judgement till I complete the other two books in the series:-)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWUEIBRXU5KEI?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is timeless. It will be popular 5, 10, 25, 50 years from now. As always, the book is better than the movie. Bring on book 2....</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TZGZE2184K7E?ASIN=0439023521	5 Stars is not enought	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book! I couldn't put it down. It grabbed me from the first page and I found it difficult to put it down so I could sleep. When I did fall asleep I was dreaming of the book. Suzanne Collins has done a masterful job of describing the events in this book and making you feel like you are right there in the arena! With the movie of this in post-production and being released in March, I'm sure it's popularity will only rise. But this is a truly beautiful book. A great book for both adults and young adults. Read this and continue on to the next book, Catching Fire <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Catching-Fire-The-Second-Book-of-the-Hunger-Games/dp/B003O86FMW"">Catching Fire (The Second Book of the Hunger Games)</a></span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCV970Y3JI2Q9?ASIN=0439023521	Not disappointed!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have heard others talk about this series and was reluctant to read it, boy, was I wrong......An attention grabber from the first page!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1E77N0HYPDDX9?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A must read, definitely BEFORE seeing the movie. I couldn't put the kindle down and I purchased the sequel as soon as I had finished it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2E6KQP3UVVJV2?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing Book!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a book that will live on for generations. Absolutly incredable. Words can't describe how amazing it is!! Praise The Hunger Games</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RH3JALR7RCWEZ?ASIN=0439023521	best read in a long long time	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This trilogy is the best thing I have read in years. Finally a good story that will keep your interest past 10 minutes. Excellent books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OTPC1Y7EOKHA?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I can't believe I wanted this long to read these books...outstanding!  I am looking forward to the next two and then the movie version.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BMSCH5SCGNA7?ASIN=0439023521	A winner-- could not put down this book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">An exciting,intense book about human relationships--  -and the will to live. Nothing short of superb!! I highly recommend this book ...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4PZNINDXOB2N?ASIN=0439023521	Good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a pretty good book for all ages.  It's a refreshing look in the teen genre at how government can play a huge role in our lives.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KJC830KDIU0K?ASIN=0439023521	Great Series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this series of books.  My kids suggested I read them.  There are a few typos on the Kindle Edition, but overall it is very good.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RO29PF5SDTPAG?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love Hunger Games. I have read the series about a hundred times and now I have the ebook of Hunger Games so I can take it anywhere!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1F04Q39ABY10P?ASIN=0439023521	Outstanding book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Riveting and exciting!  Could not put it down.  I had the next book in the series downloaded within two minutes of finishing this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3Q7KPQ2TQAMUS?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the book! It was so easy to get on and pick a few books. Much cheaper than going to Barnes  &amp; Noble. Would recommend to anyone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IHXBVN4S0XW7?ASIN=0439023521	it was good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie and it was good and the book was even better. the details in the book went further into what was going on in her head.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UIBWD87X37KF?ASIN=0439023521	You won't want to put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very entertaining! A page turner. You will not want to put it down. Have all 3 books ready because you will want to finish the series.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3P9C3PCPJ1S31?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the best book I have ever read. I love the characters, and there is always action. I recommend this book for teens and adults.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YB62S0ASSPA2?ASIN=0439023521	cool,awesome,indescribable	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i chose this rating because it was truly indescribable all though i think katnisss should of told peeta how she trully absolutely felt</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1N3XVL135PPIN?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book in a day and a half.  I carried it everywhere I went, hardly ever put it down.  It was one of those.... Need book 2!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RJW1I2PN6GTL?ASIN=0439023521	best book ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">my friends have all been reading thi for years and i finally understand why they love it! i cant wait to get started on catching fire!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2M3QUFHJO3M9V?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is one of the most amazing stories I have ever read. I stayed up late Into the nights reading, it's a book you can never put down</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11NHRSOCE2E1R?ASIN=0439023521	Finally read it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The situation the book was based on was very sad, but the book was written very well.  Couldn't put it down.  Now on to the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQECSHBOM7FVO?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My 12-year-old daughter loves this book, and the next 2 in the series. My husband previewed the movie and it was O.K. for her to see.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVCITNRGDLF9S?ASIN=0439023521	Beat book ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put it down I read for 5 hours straight I recommend this book to people who like to cry laugh and get angry in one chapter</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1W1MKH98D32F5?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book.Held my attention from start to ending.Ordered second book and am currently reading it.The second book is as the first one</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IY8J1LRUM4LT?ASIN=0439023521	I hated reading until now	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the most amazing book ive ever read i used to hate reading till i got this i cant explain how good it is!!!!!!!!!! BUY IT NOW</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3F8MAY68B51CU?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book and it was shipped immediately and arrived in mint condition. I was very satisfied and would order from them again.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1EY9ZHE0ELLPW?ASIN=0439023521	A Not So Young Adult's View	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am not usually one to read science fiction or fantasy, but my 20 year old daughter talked me into reading this series, and I will say I enjoyed it. The first book had me hooked from the first page and I found it a quick enjoyable read. Collins has actually written a very lengthy book and broken it down into 3 novels. Much less intimidating, especially for younger readers. Personally, by the third book I was getting a little tired of the story, but I had to finish it to see what happened.<br/><br/>I think that this is a superb book for young adults. It has action, and twists and turns to keep up the interest, a clean, platonic love triangle (except for some kissing) for the romantics, and characters faced with dilemmas to resolve. The book does a good job of character developement and there are many lessons that can be learned about relationships, good and evil, and that success doesn't always solve your problems. If I were to rate this series on my own opinion I would give it a 4, simply because I did get tired of the story, but then again it wasn't written for me, it was written for young adults and for them it is definitely a 5.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2EEEDEHAO3YOY?ASIN=0439023521	SUCH A Great Book!...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is so far from my normal type of reading (which is mainly historical fiction and southern fiction), but even *I* loved this. It was recommend to me by a friend who's been telling me for about 3 or 4 months now, that I need to read this. I kept putting if off, convinced I was gonna hate it, but she said since I read and enjoyed Ayn Rands 'Anthem', and Lowis Lowry's 'The Giver' is one of my all time favorite books, this is something I'd probably like. She was absolutely right.<br/><br/>It was so hard to have to put this book down, and in some cases, I simply couldn't. I read WAY past my bedtime two nights in a row. I average 1 book a week...I finished this in 2 1/2 days...and I have a 2 year old to take care of! I won't summarize this book since it's been done here already about a gazillion times, so all I can do is add my recommendation to the other 1,000+ that are already here. Seriously, this is an excellent book, and you'll fly right through it. I immediately started 'Catching Fire' upon completion of this book, and I know I'm gonna be pulling my hair out waiting for 'Mockingjay'. This really is an amazingly good series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9RKCHK4M9FXC?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Overall very enjoyable read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZI2WYQYTPZWO?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome books!! Great reads.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QQCSHKD8XHLV?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't but the book down</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRIHCXYJWB3BB?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good read, hard to put down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NG0Y15YFQCVY?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing trilogy, a must read</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PCQKUY7ALOKN?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't put this book down!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BO6SVER1HWHG?ASIN=0439023521	Absorbing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Super and absorbing to read.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RN3S81XPNZSEX?ASIN=0439023521	Great read. Just plain fun	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read.  Just plain fun.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZLCVFXOM40AW?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Absolutely love this series.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18YCC2ZVVDPDS?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great story.  Love the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NDT29BQYEVK1?ASIN=0439023521	Three Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The best of the three books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWPPYJ88FTGH8?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As described, fast shipping.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SWVXMICRHYCQ?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Thank you Suzanne Collins for the exceptional book. This was truly a book of love, and lots of action. Can't wait for the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JJ987UJEIWXV?ASIN=0439023521	quick and easy read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Saw the movie first the started reading the books. Very well done. Books are always better than the movie, great movie awesome book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YHG1G738V3H2?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Just as good as the movie.  Loved both!  The book is hard to put down!  Even though I knew what to expect, it was still suspenseful!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SSZHPG71ARIV?ASIN=0439023521	Incredible	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't stop reading. I wanted to yell out stuff to the characters myself and wish I could because I can't wait to read book two.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30VB4W8YE84O7?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a well written character novel. I just keep thinking about the characters and can't wait to read the next one in the series.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21UI82IYMUNPB?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is a fantastic book and I recommend it to everyone<br/>It was a really nice read.<br/>Hope you will enjoy it too.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OIDC2D38V8C1?ASIN=0439023521	Great read did not want to put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Any book that keeps me up all night deserves this rating. Though not my normal type of subject matter, the book truly entertained me</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R89PID1S8QG1G?ASIN=0439023521	Good story!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Looking forward to reading the next book and continuing the story.<br/>I'm sure it won't be a disappointment judging by the first..</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1I7L6M9KYW3TC?ASIN=0439023521	My son could not put this book down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It takes a lot to keep my 11 year old son's attention long enough to finish a book in one months time.<br/>He just could not stop reading and I was so surprised that I had to check it out myself. I finished it in a couple of days it was that good!<br/>I love the fact that the protagonist is a strong girl and that she is not perfect! The plot catches you from page one and the suspense just keeps you hooked until the last page.<br/>It does have violence, romance and a certain social criticism that I think is very valuable even if it is just a fiction book. It does invite reflection in a young mind as much as in a grown up.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GR7RGMYTO7S0?ASIN=0439023521	Only a little better the second try.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I tried to read this book when it first came out and put it aside once I realized it was about kids killing kids. My own kids prevailed, however, telling me I'd enjoy it once I got into it. I finished the book and wondered why the book has been so popular? Yes, the concept is cool and different, but the characters were so flat and forgettable I couldn't really have cared how the book ended. Nor do I care about what happens in book$$ two and three. No $urpri$e WHY those were written.<br/><br/>To each his own, though. Just because I consider this more hype than memorable, doesn't mean the next person won't love it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26UOSBFVTOPSO?ASIN=0439023521	One of the Best Books I've read in a long time	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved, Loved it!  Very captivating hated to put it down.  Continue with the series, it is well worth it.  You will not be let down.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZAQ2FGJ4W877?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">An imaginative and creative book. It's an easy read, but enjoyable. It got me hooked and interested in the next books in the series</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JIZCAD8F2PNC?ASIN=0439023521	Book Club	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a quick read and I enjoyed it.  I read it for book club and had no expectations.  This series is best suited for late teens.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R259RIUJJGWN51?ASIN=0439023521	engaging and wonderful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you are looking for a book that has adventure and romance this is the book tor you. I read this book in two days it was so good.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKZ3EDNNHJ6R?ASIN=0439023521	Intriguing Concepts	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I first read the description for this book, I wasn't too interested because the plot sounded just like Battle Royale, The Lottery, Shanggri-La, etc. Powerful corrupt government decides to control its citizens by subjecting them to sacrificing their children in a brutal fight to the death until one is left standing.<br/><br/>I decided to just try reading the book, and I'm glad I did. Collins's heroine, Katniss, is a teenager who makes you fall for her and root for her to win. Although the overall plot is a little predictable (she gets selected, goes into fight, fights, etc), Collins develops Katniss and other participants (in the games) to make you think about how humans are capable of becoming so numb to violence, even craving violence vs. those who inherently know when something is not acceptable and will stand up for it.<br/><br/>Even though I was expecting it, some parts of the book are really graphic, and leaves you with a disturbed feeling.<br/><br/>Overall an interesting read that will make you think, hopefully the next two books will develop Katniss more and the ideas/message that Collins is trying to get across!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24NO5Z2ZSCKLJ?ASIN=0439023521	Kindle Version	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I compared the Kindle version with the hard copy book.  The most noticeable difference is that the bullseye and arrow illustration that marks the beginning of each chapter is not in the Kindle version.  It does not deter from the story, but I wish the Kindle version looks the same as the hard copy. In both versions, I found 3 or 4 grammatical errors, which was annoying. Also, I don't think this book is appropriate for anyone younger than middle school age due to many violent and kissy-kissing scenes. High-schoolers and above will enjoy this thrilling book. I can't wait for the Catching Fire Kindle version!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RAXBMFFG9A5Z3?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Intense. Captivating. Holds your attention.  Can not wait for the second book!<br/>First time I have read her work.<br/>Read it.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2V01EWYMQELAG?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book was awsome! I couldn't put it down, for a second!<br/>When I was done, I nearly cried! now I have nothing good to read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HGWKX7HZPOP3?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A MUST READ! All three books were great and very addicting! A great plot and development of characters.Make sure to read them all.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30UN94KTAWZLN?ASIN=0439023521	Katniss in the future?  Today's modern day society?  It's the same thing.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was fantastic.  Suspenseful, fast paced, filled with love, loss, rage, violence, excess, poverty, redemption and more. It's also so reflective of our modern day society that it's a little scary. We've lost our common sense and morality in order to satiate our immediate desires. We've lost our faith. Suzanne Collins is brilliant to show us this in such an entertaining way.<br/><br/>I love this book and the series so much I mourned the loss of characters when it was over.  The Hunger Games was the most captivating book in the series but they all serve their purpose in the story. Thank you for the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34YE0GUDGKMNW?ASIN=0439023521	impossible to put down .	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A great story and easy read. Impossible to put down. The lead character is a very strong and independent.  Better than the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16JURVSQWQSGO?ASIN=0439023521	Fabulous Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved everything about this book.  Suzanne Collins is a gifted author with the ability to paint pictures with words. A must read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RY5CNO1WYIM4T?ASIN=0439023521	EXCELLENT!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">GREAT PURCHASE!<br/>MY DAUGHTER LOVED THE BOOK! BRAND NEW &amp; PERFECT CONDITION, WHAT A BUY :)<br/>VERY HAPPY WITH THIS ITEM.....</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24YG6FWKKKCI9?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book, easy to read, great story that gets you ready for the next book. 100% recommended, I can't wait to read the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XVPQHBNDIHD9?ASIN=0439023521	Great book for all ages	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book, so well written. Enjoyable for all all age groups. This is a thought provoking read. Looking forward to the next one.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUG4UFAJZS9ZW?ASIN=0439023521	So much better	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book...it's so much better than the movie ...i wasn't able to put it down...can't wait till I read the next two books</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WIPUBMJ0QU8I?ASIN=0439023521	Original	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book has an original story, it's different. I enjoyed the read, it kept me interested and I am looking forward to the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37RSTD2JJRBPY?ASIN=0439023521	Can't Put It Down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I agree with everyone else. This book is amazing and I am buying the other two books right now. It is a quick read too! Enjoy!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1A89UHEJBZ5KY?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely loved this book!  I have ordered the remaining of the series and can not wait to read them.  Highly recommended!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23OOHX90PCZ98?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing, enthralling story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm not a big reader of kids or sci-fi books. I tend to stick with dramas and thrillers, but I'm starting to branch out, pretty much to get something less predictable(I can peg the 'killer' in a crime thriller in the 1st 30 pages or less). I'd heard about this book in random places, so I finally decided to go get it at the library.<br/><br/>From the first page, I found this book to be shocking, amazing, gritty and totally engrossing. It had all the best elements of a good book, with lots of adventure and a little romance mixed in. Like many, I had trouble putting it down! I admit, it doesn't take a lot to entertain me, I love to read and if it's engaging, you won't see me throwin' stones. I don't care how original/unoriginal some claim it to be. It was an absolutely fantastic read and I can't wait to get others to read it, so I have a discussion partner!<br/><br/>By all means, no matter what your taste in book, read this. I'm am kicking myself for not waiting a couple weeks to start The Hunger Games, because I swear, I'd give a limb to get my hands on the new one right now instead of waiting 5 more weeks!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25NOF0VVN1EBZ?ASIN=0439023521	Wasn't sure at first, but it hooked me	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was unsure of whether or not to read this. I had been hearing so much about it, yet like others reviews said, I didn't realize it was geared to young adults/teenagers. Being 27 years old, I wasn't too sure, but I like to read and I like to try new genres so I finally decided I would get the sample first and see what it was like. Well let me tell you I read that sample and instantly bought the book. It hooked me from the very beginning and I have been unable to put it down. I give it 5 stars. I'll definitely be buying the other two books in this trilogy, and will recommend it to friends for sure!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R358XFPQ15U5XJ?ASIN=0439023521	Great story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was my first kindle book to download and I couldn't stop reading until it was finished. Much better than the movie of course.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1T8126N51GXRQ?ASIN=0439023521	not so fun games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fun series of youth fighting for good in a future dystopian society. It was interesting, exciting, eventful, sci-fi. I liked it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2U421XLGCZ0A9?ASIN=0439023521	enjoyed the story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Having seen the movie first, I was pleased they followed this story line so well. Looking forward to rad the rest of the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R48PD8RBXG872?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very good quick read! I was able to dive right into this story and it kept my interest through 2 more books! love love loved it!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R169LBRIJW7TTY?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games is an interesting book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had to download the next book to start listening to it right away after reading this.  Great story with many different layers.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNYV66OTQ0DKX?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I think I'm the last person in the world to read The Hunger Games trilogy but I'll go ahead and give you a brief summary of the book along with my review.<br/><br/>Katniss Everdeen lives in the nation of Panem, built on the ruins of what was once North America. Once a year, the Capitol forces each district to choose one girl and one boy to send to the Hunger Games. The twenty-four tributes fight gladiator style until only one person is left alive. When Katniss's little sister is chosen as a tribute, Katniss immediately volunteers to take her place.<br/><br/>This book kept me guessing from almost the very beginning. Every time I thought I knew where things were going, something else happened that I didn't expect. Katniss is a great heroine. I loved that she is stronger than the Peeta, the boy tribute from her district, in many ways and is his protector. However, there were a few times when it she seemed kind of slow on the uptake. I know it was to build suspense but I wanted to yell at her to get it together. Overall though, the suspense was authentic and I was on the edge of my seat most of the time.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Y98AITG0KYE9?ASIN=0439023521	Very good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Kept my attention. Cannot wait to read the other books in the series.  Will also check out the movies as they become available.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYTXZ10584BNH?ASIN=0439023521	Wow	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very very good book. Keeps you wanting more page after page. The details so vivid you can almost imagine yourself in the story!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4XRTYA5EPCHQ?ASIN=0439023521	good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">its a  good book and i'm looking forward to getting the second and third book by suzanne collins. i will be ordering them soon.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35SWN4XAO8I6V?ASIN=0439023521	A good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Entertaining with the aspect of a possiblility. The sequels, not so.  The movie is great, anticipating the Catching Fire movie.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20ZMXH2MFFY9O?ASIN=0439023521	Can't wait to read the next one	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really didn't think I would like this book, boy was I wrong .Just could not put it down. Hope the other two are just as good.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RX0VFDWDISG6?ASIN=0439023521	I could't stop reading it.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could't  stop reading it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TR9F8A2263XS?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">great delivered as promised</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XEJCBD5DFNM7?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book, very easy read.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AFZT75W389BR?ASIN=0439023521	Two Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not read this book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2V2T5KM4L8NQF?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't put the book down!</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34CI8G0URW4E9?ASIN=0439023521	!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of my top 5 fave books!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17IK3FR3E2O7Y?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Could not put the book down</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDQVTGUW5XGVT?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Decent read if you're a fan</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JTWQE9SZKXE9?ASIN=0439023521	love love love	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love it!  Highly recommend!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16OXFRVRTULZB?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great story! Worth the read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2D8JARZIFBJLI?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book and good movies.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OYXU9YFA4Y6X?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">good condition, good price!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26K1268B4SOSI?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">12 yr old daughter loved it</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IBABJQGOBYUT?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Enjoyed the entire trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RR7T08NZ9I9A4?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">well written and intriguing</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1460MYE732U3G?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">delivered in good condition</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3T2IJQP2PLW8I?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My daughter loved the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3U5JPNYS3104O?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great movie and great book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GUJGHYFLJVLI?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A very surprising good read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UYVEJKUA3ZKU?ASIN=0439023521	Three Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I got it on<br/>N my nook.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDOBGZGZWLSJM?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of the best books ever!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRYE28MT3J9BV?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love love love this series!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXFCZ1XGIJH8K?ASIN=0439023521	review for all 3 books	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I first read this trilogy, a year ago, I liked the first two books and did not like the third book.<br/>Now, after watching the movie, I must admit that this is one of the worst stories I have ever come across.<br/>I am ashamed of the number of people I have recommended these books to.<br/><br/>The story is utterly depressing.  I can't fathom why I liked it a year ago, but if someone had told me the way<br/>the story ends, I wouldn't have read the hunger games trilogy..<br/><br/>The first book is set up similar to Roman Colosseum killings, more or less, very brutal and...<br/>The second book introduces you to past tributes that you can't help liking and..<br/>The third book kills off a lot of characters, and I found myself asking, what's the point of all this?<br/><br/>You want tragedy? turn on the news.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Q7QZS7T5NBRL?ASIN=0439023521	amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing book couldn't wait to read the next and right on to the next. Understood the movie better since I read the book first.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CK0ULGOEDZTR?ASIN=0439023521	Hi	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hello reviews!<br/>I love the good book because it was a great book!<br/>I love the good suspension and I want to read more!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDB8ZKU0XUFAB?ASIN=0439023521	As good as everyone said it was.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It made me anxious to read the other two.  it was excellent.  I may even see the movie, but I believe books are always better.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12IQX2LBHYD8K?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book. I haven't finished it but it's an amazing book so far. It is my most favorite book out of all the books I've read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3J0JXRGINK4CP?ASIN=0439023521	Love	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Thank you, Suzanne Collins. The Hunger Games series are absolutely wonderful books. I have read them over and over. Thumbs up.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XSBDV6X7MXST?ASIN=0439023521	The best book ever!!!!!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you like scifi, drama, and action this is the best book for you!!!!!!! I was so hooked with it that I read it in 5 days!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HS91WWC5BKSM?ASIN=0439023521	Love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is so amazing and full of love and excitement! I can't wait to read the second one! I finished this one in two days!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1AW7BM6LANB31?ASIN=0439023521	Thank you!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved this boooook and for the most part the series.<br/><br/>If you are a kindle reader expect grammar and spelling issues.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29H8T0ID38UDI?ASIN=0439023521	Best book I've read in a long time!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great adventure!  A perfect book for a wide range of readers; from adolescent to adult and from book worm to reluctant reader!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36ONH5HV8GLM8?ASIN=0439023521	Really good!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i thoroughly enjoyed the entire trilogy. a great read for young adults and teenagers looking for a fast-paced adventure novel.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3G50P3W8LSO7B?ASIN=0439023521	Exciting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">every verse, every chapter and every word about Katiness, was thrilling, thanks Suzanne Collins ! ithink  will not marry Gale</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PAJGPZ39FTWP?ASIN=0439023521	RBonny	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing book finished it in two days only because I needed to sleep. Highly recommended. Can not wait to read the second one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZR1YK7J92F29?ASIN=0439023521	Be careful what we wish for...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book has it all... Gore, treason, lies, excitement, thrill and star crossed lovers- so Romeo and Juliet READ THEM ALL!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTCU7X6ZDKE4F?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's been a long time since I read a book that I couldn't put down and I have to say that this is by far one of my favorites.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18MEKANM3FS3A?ASIN=0439023521	Best read of the year!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Normally, I don't read books of fiction, they just don't interest me.  But my sister (a high school teacher) bought me a copy last Christmas and I waited months to start it thinking it was going to be just too odd and out of my interest.  Wow was I wrong.  This is one of the most gripping, exciting books I have ever read!!!  I could not put it down.  Already halfway through the second book ""Catching Fire"" and can't wait for the third book and movie.  Who knew someone who only read true stories and never bothered with fiction would love this book so much!  INCREDIBLE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IVWQB1ESXGS?ASIN=0439023521	Extraordinary	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've just re-read this book and fell in love with it over again. Brilliantly written, suggested to all! Really a great read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9KHCOE383LZ1?ASIN=0439023521	Didn't see the movie but book was really good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Clever premise and most characters were nicely developed.  A little cliche but better than Mad Max or Waterworks! Well done.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTCS1CQX98KJB?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book. I could not stop reading it. Reading this first book makes me want to dive into the next one immediately.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RM30K6HZ2NYMD?ASIN=0439023521	Rebiew	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Really like the book, more than the movie. Much more detailed, and entertaining, then the movie. Getting ready for book two.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2O4O3TEXXXSVH?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">An adventure way off in the future after our current population destroys the earth, or at least is appears that is the case.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCAIIY7SWGTWD?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this series.  This was a great beginning.  Whether you're young or old, I would highly recommend the entire trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6E5N9NTIWHBU?ASIN=0439023521	Very unusal story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very thought provoking.  How could a writer come up with a story like this.  What an imagination about something so unusual.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XRL713NNPQ1Q?ASIN=0439023521	Interesting book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Interesting book but with some nice twists.  Not too hard to figure out what is going to happen but still overall good book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11NBILY997LVB?ASIN=0439023521	go katniss!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this is the best book ive ever read!!!<br/>i love how you get action romance and suspense<br/>in the same book all at once</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RSF985O1SX64?ASIN=0439023521	too bad theres only five stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">best series since twilight. read all of them within a week. last one was as good as the first. great reads. highly recommend</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27TDUTYY6MI0R?ASIN=0439023521	awesome book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">couldnt put this book down! very quick read which kept me on the edge of my seat. you will fall in love with katniss &amp; peeta</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CRAF6S7N4WRV?ASIN=0439023521	"""I Can't Figure Out The Title"""	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've had to rest for a few days because of illness, so I read this book in two days. By far my fastest read ever. I did like it because it is all told in the first person by the main character, Katniss Everdeen, with only one story line and the story flowed very smoothly. I also happen to like survival stories, especially in the outdoors.<br/><br/>The story is based in future America after a brutal civil war with ""The Capital"", obviously the winner, running the county which is divided into 12 Districts which were the losers of the war. Each year The Capital draws two names, one young girl and one young boy from each of the 12 Districts. They are all then put in a controled environment where they must kill the others to be the only suvivor. This is done to remind the people in the Districts of their place in life.<br/><br/>Of course, ""The Hunger Games"" is a trilogy and I am already reading ""Catching Fire"" and trying to figure out the title. This is one of the few books which I have read, that I think will makes a better movie and I plan on seeing it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VH29P8P8QMW?ASIN=0439023521	Fun read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Not high literature, but a really fun beach read.  Slightly better and definitely darker than the movie. Good book for 14+.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RS6QU325259IC?ASIN=0439023521	Loved this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The most thrilling book that i have read in awhile. I recommend this to anyone that's liking for thrills along with romance</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJH11KXGG18AQ?ASIN=0439023521	Pefect!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Along with most of the other reviewers this book had me in the first two pages and I didn't want to put it down! Fantastic!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20J1AV6RN460R?ASIN=0439023521	Top Notch	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book! Got a good flow to it.....gonna watch the movie this week-end....hope it comes up to the standard of the novel.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXKSDHGZ9LZ84?ASIN=0439023521	Really good trilogy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is a really entertainment book and it catch you since the very begining of the book.<br/><br/>It is worthy to read it.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3I76O6YBWAF51?ASIN=0439023521	THE HUNGER GAMES	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">tHIS IS A EALLY GOOD READ ESP. FOR THE TEENAGER, eXCITING,PLOT IS GOOD AND ITS CLEAN. i WOULD RECOMMED THIS TO MY FRIENDSD.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OBRCVBI67455?ASIN=0439023521	so much better than I expected!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book to see what the hype was about. I LOVED IT! It was better than anything I expected and a super fast read.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22AR4YB3010IK?ASIN=0439023521	Great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was on the edge of my seat for this action packed adventure romance! The personalities of the characters were fantastic!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UNOA3AFA0X3W?ASIN=0439023521	Vivid story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good drama and so well written that it could almost be real.<br/>Enjoyed the setting and personalities of each character.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1J5JE895YO8JX?ASIN=0439023521	The first trilogy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read the hunger games and I loved it. I'm currently reading Catching Fire. I'm dying to see Catching Fire ( the movie ).</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQMB4SJTZWHJ2?ASIN=0439023521	None	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great series. Every timeI read it I do not want to put it down. Suzanne Collins has a way with words like Peeta.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4543CM8N4LG4?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of the best series I have read in a long time.  All three books are gripping.  Wish there was a #4 to look forward to!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDEEBOEW5ZUCA?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book!  Well written.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38WIVUE8XYFIQ?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">best book ever so detailed</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JQLGVSEGS25J?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So good - loved all three.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AFIMJ7OSX4ES?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A fun read. Kept me glued!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PF9L0I27RS5X?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Enthralling and well read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23AO5CENOBLT4?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I great book one. Love it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R337Z0DCF0ZC6X?ASIN=0439023521	5 stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome book! A must read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30B9W08C0HMG3?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Omg I loved the series !!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HVMQJPIHN0IZ?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved reading this series!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDZOVQ9QLCDLA?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Way better than the movie!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8SX1IVRB6TCG?ASIN=0439023521	yay.... >.>	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">meh... I've read better...</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RB8J7MYOHINJ6?ASIN=0439023521	Fine book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Surprisingly well written!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R370NQBYJI3WH?ASIN=0439023521	Surprised! Impressed!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought this book for my Kindle because the plot seemed interesting. Being a King fan it reminded me of his short story The Long Walk. Having read over 2000+ novels I am not easily impressed but I was. I read it in about 10 hours and was engrossed the whole time. The characters were well developed and believable. After later hearing that the book is geared towards younger readers I was surprised. The book moved along at a good pace and the author made you route for Kattniss. I'm eagerly waiting to read the sequel which I just purchased. An overall enjoyable read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SYV7WBCJUBHF?ASIN=0439023521	How?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">How could anyone hate the Hunger Games??<br/>Some people, I believe want to rebel against popular opinion and say they hate it ... when really if they would put aside that a million people read it before them, they would love it too.<br/>It has everything a good story needs so give it a chance and you'll be suprised.<br/>I've read hundreds of books and if I hadn't read The Hunger Games before the annoying adolescents I may be the one rebelling and not wanting to love the books either ... but forget the others and curl up one afternoon and enjoy. You will not regret it.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8G1QTACZNRHT?ASIN=0439023521	Review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Yes</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11VYCZ8JR5X8U?ASIN=0439023521	THUS BOOK IS AWESOME	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't think I'd like this book but I couldn't  put it down after the 1st chapter. I will DEFIANTLY read Catching Fire.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2J89LJLUD3YIE?ASIN=0439023521	fantastic book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Saw the movie first, never heard of the series before than honestly..once I saw it I was hooked and bought all the books!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2EMBQD58WO2DK?ASIN=0439023521	great book to read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">read the full installment after this first book, was a great series, loved the character Katniss and Peeta, great reading</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R56V1QUIKMAAW?ASIN=0439023521	Great Page Turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read the entire book in only a couple of days.  It grabbed me from the first chapter and I had trouble putting it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16I9IEGB6BSN4?ASIN=0439023521	Outstanding!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins is one of my favorite authors and is at the top now!! She has an outstanding use of words in these books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2T9Y7X1QVTDKG?ASIN=0439023521	Good book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Kept me entertained from the beginning to the end! Definitely going to read the next two before the next movie comes out!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2COTQ4F60J1S9?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome book !<br/>Couldn't put it down to  breathtaking the book left me out of breath<br/><br/>Best book i ever read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BZC6DKJ66099?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved the whole series. Caught my attention and didn't want to put it down. Glad I downloaded the books at the same time.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PUFZ7OR91OH7?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am 62 years old and I love the Hunger Games. I am midway thru the third book. Wish there were more. Great reads. Nadine</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MZ1EWZVN1TAI?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As so many reviews have said very intriguing and thought provoking.  Well written and descriptive, felt like I was there.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BVTSP6J7ZAWJ?ASIN=0439023521	Great choise for those looking for a new series!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Step1:read this book you wont regret it ,I sware!  Step2: watch the movie it's just as good! Step3:read the rest of them!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SDDTU7QVKAJZ?ASIN=0439023521	Voyeurism	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good story, but what's frightening is our own culture's enjoyment of watching the games.  We are the citizens of Capitol.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NKNPVNNXKZQ0?ASIN=0439023521	peetas hawt	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">omg im totally obsessed witt peeta mellark ak josh hutcherson.mak sure u u go c the movie on march 23!!!!!!!!!!!!!!&lt;3</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HEMVFIOTADN9?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games : Didn't leave me starving for more.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Giving this book two stars is a nicety. It gets two stars because the idea was different form a lot of other post apocalyptic tales. I forced myself to finish this book. My sister loved the book and I had nothing to read at the time, so I thought why not. At first, the story seemed promising, but I had a hard time connecting to any of the characters, Peeta, I could kind of connect too on the romantic line, but nothing else.<br/>  Any good tale , no matter how out there, needs me to care about the characters involved. Otherwise why am I spending and investing time following these characters lives. This book could have been so much more. Simple tweaks like starting when Katniss is younger and learning from her father, set up the events of the past and show me how and why the world is like it is now. Pull me into your world, don't leave me feeling on the outside lost and confused.<br/>  This book left me numb by the end and not in the wow, kind of shocked numb feeling. I didn't finish the trilogy. Thankfully, the book wasn't huge.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RO42IN122O4WU?ASIN=0439023521	Good, But Not Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was encouraged to read The Hunger Games by some very enthusiastic fans of the book and after finishing it I just don't get the level of praise the book is getting. It's not bad. It's even quite enjoyable once you get to chapter 6 or so, but it's nothing special.<br/><br/>The early chapters are poorly written info dumps and it's kind of obvious that the author should have gone back and given them another re-write. A failure on the editor's part too then. Once you get to the Hunger Games themselves things pick up a lot. The central character is a little self-involved (almost an inevitable failing of the chosen first person, present narrative), but generally sympathetic and the situations she is placed in carry some emotional weight.<br/><br/>It's a slight tale and reads quickly. I suspect it will work better in movie form than it does as a book. It kept my attention to read it in only a few days, but I don't feel any urge to re-read and having got this first book via Amazon's lending library I'm not inspired to actually pay for the sequels.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14VDMW7UF73B4?ASIN=0439023521	AWESOME	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If u like action,violence, and romance, READ THIS. It is so awesome.i can't wait to read the second book! AWESOMENESS!!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22N0JXJXN7O23?ASIN=0439023521	AWESOME!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Luv it!!! :) Can't wait for the next book, The Hunger Games: Catching Fire<br/><br/>Love the love and the action... :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R90E8I242VTYC?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was amazing!! I would recommend it to anyone who is up for a thrilling action packed read. Collins is amazing!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4ET0766AOV72?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie and wanted to know the background.  It made want to read the rest of the series.<br/>Maryk0914b@aol.com</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RTV1QM82W0WW?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games leaves you hungry for more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book and great writing by Collins! Look forward to reading the next book in this trilogy to see what happens next.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R127CE042DLUUK?ASIN=0439023521	<3	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great Book came in excellent condition! Def happy with everything and the way it turned out! &lt;3 &lt;3 &lt;3 &lt;3</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CLY6RX83RU00?ASIN=0439023521	Love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This series is addictive.  Loved every minute of it.  Wish it was longer than 3 books.  Great Summer Read for the beach.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UE3FY2A6RLJ?ASIN=0439023521	Great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very good read about the effects of violence on younger adults. Much more than a book for young adults. Run and read it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2R11N55LQMJA6?ASIN=0439023521	Amazingness In book form	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This has to be the BEST book i have read in a while cant put it down real page turner. Why arn't more books this good?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RR8JA9J2XGYMB?ASIN=0439023521	One of the Best New YA Books of 2008	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games was a superb read.<br/><br/>I was immediately engrossed in Katniss' life and experiences.  The story was fast-paced and exciting and the novel well-written.  It has a similar flair as Scott Westerfeld's Uglies Series as it has survival and political themes.<br/><br/>I am looking forward to the next book in the series to see what happens with Katniss and her family and friends.  In the meantime I'm recommending The Hunger Games to all the teens (and other patrons wanting a good read) that come into the library, and thinking about reading it again.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3K221KSBJD68L?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games-Good clean read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Started slow, but after about 10 pages, got very interesting and hard to put down. Can't wait to start the second book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2V6J69H93YP28?ASIN=0439023521	for grandson	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">he got it ok liked it do not know anything else<br/>I would never read that garbage<br/>Do not have time for all this</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AXVZM4V1JOS4?ASIN=0439023521	A great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Although this may be considered a young adult book, I in my mid fifties, thoroughly enjoyed it! I couldn't put it down,</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R98Q9LPR1BART?ASIN=0439023521	My review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Enjoyed this more than I expected. I hadn't read through a book this quickly in ages. Looking forward to the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28F5L2WO0IMNA?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Sad, but a very well written book that keeps you on edge and wanting to keep reading. Can't wait to read the next book!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TWUFHK0OIWGJ?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was fantastic! I just couldn't put it down and wasn't disappointed at all! I can't wait to finish the series!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R104FH79FUY71J?ASIN=0439023521	Heartwarming and original	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's amazing it's action packed yet filled with romance and drama and suspense and rebellion I have to get catchingfire</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SJG4PYZT58I3?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is amazing, I loved it so much. It's so much better than the movie. And I can't wait to read the second book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XY8LP15G7BL8?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent story. Didn't want to put the book down. Can't wait to start the next one. Suzanne Collins is a great author.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DK3KA07ELUL9?ASIN=0439023521	Five stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book I have reread it and it just still amazes me!!!! LONG LIVE THE HUNGER GAMES!!!!!!! Best serious ever.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13MRXCYRVV35X?ASIN=0439023521	Entertaining	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a quick and entertaining read. I would not recommend this book for kids under 12 as some parts are very violent.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OEYMXY52QAB0?ASIN=0439023521	Violent but amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is amazing. You cannot sit it down. The ending is abrupt though and it is kinda violent. But still five stars</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1H87QKA7H1HMD?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good book. Get why folks have liked them so much. Looking forward to the next one. Trying to keep up with my daughter.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3I3ZEVUVL0NDW?ASIN=0439023521	Great Series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read all three books and was completely drawn in from the very start.  Good for all ages.  The whole family is hooked.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQKFRKQQXU5C?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read. First book I have read in a long time. Keeps you wanting more. Can't wait to start the next in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2C0DQP5O3P4ZO?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book was really good and exiting, I cant spoil much but lets just say that it keeps you on the edge of your seat!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7YN8KWODG83D?ASIN=0439023521	Outstanding!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Don't stop with the first book, read all three to see the story develop.  It's worth a read even if you saw the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGDGB176NCFR1?ASIN=0439023521	incredibly enjoyable read that makes it hard to put down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book rocked. Recommend to anyone who likes adventure. Saw the movie before the book. Loved the book so much more.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JWS81W9Z84D3?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I LOVE THIS BOOK,I wish that Suzanne Collins would had continued the books and the story my heart is begging for more.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYNNVEHCBD0EI?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The way it is written is amazing, the series is amazing, how it's described is amazing, and the characters are amazing</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IBFGUFM3H7Z2?ASIN=0439023521	great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">great book. a little violent, but it helps with the social commentary. Great first book in the series. Would recommend</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RAR5SZQEFMEEX?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Interesting and unexpected. Not my usual pick for reading but couldn't put it down. I am reading the second book now.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VL664RND8L1O?ASIN=0439023521	Love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was very quick and easy.  Ordered book and received it electronically.  Will be ordering more books in the future.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HZ4QOLPIA0IG?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best book ever filled with action and plot twists this book is awesome!! Susan has really out done herself this time!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3REPSNPNA7VW0?ASIN=0439023521	A good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this book. If you don't like your books to be on the realistic side, I wouldn't recommend this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34D1GIJPCMSR4?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome Book!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I believe that this is a fine piece of art!  Suzanne Collins is a great writer and I am looking forward to the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RS5YA5T4YG37M?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic and eliciting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Keeps you wanting for more! Keep reading it only gets better!  The story is interesting an  make  you think""what if""?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZI6FW62GBULW?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Such a wonderful book. I was hesitant about the book at the 1\4<br/> Mark I couldn't put it down. Simply addictive!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SI100XTJRX64?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book, Great series.  Would highly recommend to anyone who wants a great read with a different twist.  Loved it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMG06QDT2NE8Q?ASIN=0439023521	Great read...I gave this book 5 stars because I normally don't take to science fiction, but I was immediately drawn into this	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">. It was a captivating read, that I could not put down. I cared about the characters and wanted to see them succeed..</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RF2MAPRIQAJJ6?ASIN=0439023521	I love this book!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read it and couldn't stop reading it, definetely is a must read you'll love it and wanted it to read more and more.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPBL72LXCCYUE?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love it!!! Was a great book. I could not put it down once I started.It's hard to find a great read and this was one .</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OE9GP9VLKT9Q?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent!!!! Loved It :)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book. Very easy read. A real page turner. Wasn't sure what all the excitement  was about, but now I understand.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XDJKK2O8F6?ASIN=0439023521	AWESOME	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book! Exciting to the very end. Characters that you love and hate. Cannot wait to read the rest of the trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RE0E6ZQV9NK19?ASIN=0439023521	Wow!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was the best of the trilogy, and it was impossible to put it down.  A must read for young adults and older!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1P5JHLTEJ3BFQ?ASIN=0439023521	Not Battle Royal, Survivor by Walter F. Moudy from 1965	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Everyone keeps saying this is a rip off of Battle Royal. I think they are both rip offs of Survivor by Walter F. Moudy. It is a short story set in the future where countries fight but instead of WAR, each party would gather up their best 100 soldiers and put them in an arena to fight. The last side to have any survivors would be granted immunity in their country and would be able to do anything they wanted as compensation for their term. The country would recieve ""spoils"" money, food, oil, from the losers.<br/><br/>Very Familier sounding idea eh?!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3B4W3JQB9KG0X?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Really enjoy this series.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROHGIXOZAYFPL?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked the whole series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32QVCH97OAZND?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">An awesome book! Love it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1565JFBJHJFUF?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Came on time as expected.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YWLUM6SM3EUW?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book is amazing!!!!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MGGZGC55OWGB?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought it as a present.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1C80E73KJ0LLM?ASIN=0439023521	Highly recommend	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Entertaining. Fast-paced.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CWEOYDQFX6HE?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love the whole trilogy!!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FGQ99H59YSEB?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is an excellent book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Q42FP3CQXFY4?ASIN=0439023521	I enjoyed it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed this very much!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BVITZTXO6B51?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">book is better than movie</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OBQK5VQSQV6L?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fantastic book. Loved it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R61PFAZKZA0SS?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great story, great series</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7I1IKYUACD1T?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Reading this book was fun</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3ATN8MDN0BOY?ASIN=0439023521	Reality TV in the extreme	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A very interesting read. Not my usual genre, and not one that I really enjoy reading, but the author is quite good. Taking current themes such as obsession with both reality TV and physical beauty and our distrust of government to an extreme, she shows us a future picture of a culture that is almost totally immune to the suffering of others and of a government that is bent on absolute control over the lives of its citizens.<br/><br/>***SPOILER ALERT***The coldness with which Katniss and the others are able to kill their oppenents is disturbing. The culture seems to have completely driven compassion away. Only when she cradles Rue as she dies does Katniss display any tenderness. Even her thoughts of Prim seem to draw more of an animal protective instinct than any emotion from her.***END SPOILER ALERT***<br/><br/>I look forward to reading the second in the series in hopes that a more human Katniss will emerge, one who is able to overcome the tragedies in her life to find some level of love and happiness.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PRNXIVTIHCKI?ASIN=0439023521	5 stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book. I love the way is told. I would totally recommend this book to anyone who like action and romance.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GB6HNCO3I408?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book!<br/><br/>Would read it again if I could!!! Can't wait for the next book! On pins and needles for it!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1G5Z61UZ0FSE7?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the best book ever! 50SoG should be back at #4! This book is so awesome! Best book ever! So good! I love it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MDW1OSAHT5UY?ASIN=0439023521	A new standard of Young Adult books!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read Hunger Games, curious to see how the story line plays out. I have to say I wasn't really expecting much, since I'm not really into science fiction. But there was no way I could have prepared myself for the mind blowing awesomeness of this series. With an acute writing style that leaves readers enthralled, Suzanne Collins transports us into a world that is incredible, terrifying, and absolutely exhilarating!<br/><br/>I love this book and would recommend it to anyone who enjoys a good story, excellent characters, and flawless writing.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25YQGYZ9CLTWR?ASIN=0439023521	A great story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am an author myself, and indie author, trying to fight my way into the arena of the big time authors and publishing houses. I read with a critical eye because of it. This book was recommended to me and I wearily agreed to read it. I couldn't put it down! I have spent this Saturday totally neglecting everything I need to do. I could not go to bed tonight until I finished it. I have already purchased the next two in the series. Way to go Ms. Collins and from one author to another, congratulations on your huge success. You deserve it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KR6VKP943CMI?ASIN=0439023521	Entertaining	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Pretty good book, it is entertaining and an easy read. Looking forward to reading the next two books in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14G6Y6TBE9LJI?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good book, the movie does some justice but not fully. Overall a very easy read! Cannot wait to finish catching fire</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RC4NNIZPXPJY?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Had me on my toes the best book I've read in years<br/>Can't wait to read the next book that comes out or part two</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCYV1I7N5WUTU?ASIN=0439023521	Love it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great detail and story line.  You don't want to put it down...I found myself reading every free minute I could find</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WSBTTCI1R649?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am obsessed with this book. At first i didnt think i could get into it, but when i did i couldnt stop reading it.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYYXKBP12EHEG?ASIN=0439023521	Cjw	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the movie so I read the book. Impressively better to say the least. Going to purchase the second right now.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DT3TRB41BZEY?ASIN=0439023521	The hungers games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's really good, I'd really recommend it to all my friends who read. It was a real easy read and had a great plot.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CPV3AZ22LF3N?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">No words can describe how much I liked this book. Just amazing and how many emotions you feel for these characters.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R325DZ08C5ULT?ASIN=0439023521	Omg	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">You really have to read this book!  ;) it is a great book to read.and I hope for whoever reads this book enjoys it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NCRG70VV1W53?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Could not put it down till I finished reading this book and Finished it within 2 days. Once u start, you can't stop</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5T2AR07L57UH?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is a horrid book the many hate. NOT. I loved this book so much! Can`t wait to read the second one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RM7X52X9WYI82?ASIN=0439023521	Absolutely Fantastic!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought this book to read for two reasons - the movie is coming out and my kids are interested in reading it.  I wanted to see what all the hype was about.  Let me just say I could not put it down.  I read it within 48 hours.  It was so engaging.  I read many reviews and a few said that it was brutal - I totally disagree.  It's hard for me to find a book I like - this one captured me with in the first four pages.  I just downloaded book #2 - now you know what I will be doing for the next 48 hours :)  Get it, you will love it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14HB3G4LEO1WR?ASIN=0439023521	from Taylor R.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is a fantastic book; anybody would love! The book was written by Suzanne Collins. This is most definitely my favorite book! It was different, but in a good way. It is a unique book filled with romance, action, and adventure!  I love this book because it is a new way to look at life and it really gets you to think about how life could be in the future.  The book has a really intriguing love triangle. All and all, I think anyone would love this book no matter what age or what type of books you're interested in.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XRMQALHLXJ4E?ASIN=0439023521	Just meh was ok i guess	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Too me it was an ok book, but i dont get why everyone liked it so much. its just dumb fun. i guess that works ok and poeple will still bye it,  though it doesnt nessiarily has a deeper meaning such as a book like enders game, but its like a call of duty in book form. it was overly suspensful and filled with over the top drama, but lacked a good central message. its a book that will hook you,  but just leaves you hanging. in conclusion dont get this book if you looking for a greater central meaning, but rather for a dumb read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PFOVA30B5R20?ASIN=0439023521	excellent!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book keeps you on your seat from the beginning to the end. The book Explains more than the movie does by far.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RP1GHKGHIDEB1?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome! Best book I have ever read in my whole entire life!! can't wait to read the next two books I'm so excited</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R204CTU60JJDAX?ASIN=0439023521	FIVE MILLION STARS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is great I love everything about it! You should definitely get it!!!!!!!!!!!!! Really get it right now !</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HNHD4S5V6L4T?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games makes me wanting more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a great read and I was excited the whole time. It will definitely be read again because of how great it was</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15BGGGI6B06FX?ASIN=0439023521	Nothing Like This Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Not many books can inspire emotion like this book does, and reading the second one is something I can't wait to do</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CX3V3ZIVKV31?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is addicting and I think that it is a great book for kids that are ages 10+. Have fun reading this book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NZ658X8DJHWS?ASIN=0439023521	amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am10 years old and I had mixes of joy swirling in cicrcles as I read it.Igive it 5 stars all the way!!!!!!!!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1O47MHDL4C3ZB?ASIN=0439023521	Superb!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">""The Giver"" meets ""Gladiator."" I literally could not put this book down after 10 pages. Now moving on to book # 2!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMRNU4JHAS2DR?ASIN=0439023521	Great read after movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Even better than the movie!!!  Loved this work and I can not wait to read the others!!! Completely stunning work.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LIDHWOYRIBAG?ASIN=0439023521	love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">good service  Bought this book for my daughter. I think she likes it. Is mandatory book for class and she used it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IFTB98ZK0EE8?ASIN=0439023521	a great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was awesome and I really loved it!!!!!! I also loved the characters!!!! It was very well written by the author</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3984ZKM6QG388?ASIN=0439023521	Cliff Hanger	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Totally the best book I ever read. Everything happened so quickly that I didn't expect it. Best book I ever read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPXGYW3GQFIKJ?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a great book and also a great movie. I recommend this book to anyone!!! and def worth watching the movie</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OJXCT0K5JQNI?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome Book A A Must Read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great Book I really enjoyed reading it. I will also recommended this book to several of my friends and coworkers.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26NPLIU485W7U?ASIN=0439023521	great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great book, first person perspective in the present tense, which is difficult as is, yet very well done</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RR306LZNCSVDJ?ASIN=0439023521	Couldnt stop reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is fantastic. It is intense, intelligent and quite readable. I will be reading the rest of the trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZIIS3OCQUWLC?ASIN=0439023521	books	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A must read couldn't hardly put the book down. The story held me captive. Just seen the movie too.Both excellant!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GI1CZOESB9CG?ASIN=0439023521	Not just for Tweens!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I started reading this book because, my daughter was reading it. I could not put this book down, an amazing read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R346JZ2TE31JTG?ASIN=0439023521	You won't be able to put this down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is one of the best books I read in 2008. I tell everyone about it - a must read for teens and adults alike.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RR6M86I72C92G?ASIN=0439023521	Love It	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had been hearing a lot of good things about this book, but had never gotten around to reading it. Then I was going on a cruise and needed to buy something to read on the plane. This was the first thing I thought of. It was so good and addicting it was like torture trying to keep myself from reading it all during the cruise so that I'd have some left for the flight back. I quickly came home and devoured the next two books. I definitely recommend this series, and I am not a young adult as this book is aimed for. I'm 27.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20ZG255S2OFS6?ASIN=0439023521	How to forget you ever drove 18 hours in one day	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you want or need to pass idle hours driving, or find a way to stay awake while on the road, or need a way to keep children quiet, then buy the Hunger Games Audio CD (and the two sequels) by Suzanne Collins.  The reader is outstanding, and able to portray the various characters in believable fashion.  The strength is in the tale itself.  I arrived at my destination after two days of driving, barely remembering the tedious trip, as I was so entranced (as were my two children, a 12 year old boy and 16 year old girl).</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NG7BJY4LZVQZ?ASIN=0439023521	Wow!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought this e-book just as I was going out for two months of sick leave from work. I didn't get around to reading it until a month after I returned on one of my nights off and I wound up reading it until almost dawn. I didn't think that it would be such a good story. I have come across many books that have had mostly positive reviews that wound up falling flat for me but this is one that I can totally stand by. I understand why its so highly regarded and I only hope hollywood does justice to it in their adaptation.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R116GX7SP83QO1?ASIN=0439023521	A surprisingly exceptional read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I admit it. When I started reading this book it was mainly curiosity since I had seen the trailer for the movie and heard some of the hype associated with it. But I was quickly drawn into Katniss' and Peeta's world and I didn't want to leave.<br/>The author did an amazing job in finding the right voice to tell this story. I didn't feel like a single word was wasted, although I admit to skimming some parts of the trilogy because I was so anxious to find out what happened next :)<br/>While this series is given a ""Grade 7 &amp; up"" reading level, I wouldn't necessarily give it to a middle schooler. The author handles certain distasteful elements rather well, but this is a book (series) that you almost have to absorb. It's very captivating, which is good, but as an adult I felt a little overwhelmed. In lieu of that, I think letting older teens read this would be best.<br/>Kudos to Suzanne Collins for this extraordinary book/series. Fiction as good as this is hard to come by.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3B1U2KCX2ESZ7?ASIN=0439023521	BEST	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best book ever. good details and I highly recommend this book .such good choice of words BEST BOOK  E-v-e-r love</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1AL9XSUZWLJT?ASIN=0439023521	Perfectly written!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome! I couldn't put the damn thing down! Read all 3 books in two days amazing suspense :) strongly recommend</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8AIVPAD77638?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the best book I have ever read. I hope that I can get the next on the device and I strongly recommend it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19YLXFXB24EYI?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The best ive  read.  Could not put the book down. My whole family has read it.  I CANT WAIT TO READ THE NEXT ONE</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1C0KZBP25JA71?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Really enjoyed this book. On to the next one! Hope it's as exciting watching the story unfold. Really good read.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24OVWAH4YQSDZ?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book. Great movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21CUWW48RQV3M?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't stop reading!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XPG6XJNS151W?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Popular for good reasons</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R103FCDA6KRMDG?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Exactly what I expected.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2N7Y7ASGERI3O?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book, so exciting.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RF1X6DHK11RI3?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">read all 3 love the book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20II3ZCUNHN5S?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Absolutely a great read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RF1O39FMAA8C5?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Exceeded my expectations</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2U3M29SOJVZ7V?ASIN=0439023521	Three Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">no problems with shippng</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSBIU5GUCN9UJ?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Classic book. Wonderful.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1M6D4X676CUH7?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good book, a quick read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22Z4G9RREKG8Y?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It enjoyed all the books</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29TN46L2U74UF?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book, great movie!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2S2F1M757N8Q9?ASIN=0439023521	If you like the movies, you will LUV the Books!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Worth your time to read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3EDRW9B8F8NBN?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love this entire series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRHD0ODI35MDL?ASIN=0439023521	Captivating	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is a page turner from the very start. I don't think I have ever read a book so fast! I would say it Combines a bit of George Orwells 1982 and Steven King's Running Man. If you enjoyed those then you will love this! I have already read the second book Catching Fire (equally as great) and am waiting for the last book in the series, The Mockingjay!  I also hear there is a Hunger Games movie due out next summer. I can only hope they do it justice....Unlike what they did to the Running Man movie! Terrible!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RAIXGD3GJL7PX?ASIN=0439023521	Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">good book liked it good idea good story good words nice interesting awesome amazing love it good book blah blah</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QFFM91GGCYYS?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love the book<br/>best book I have ever read looking forward to reading the next book I give this five stars</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R230D3C2B89SNL?ASIN=0439023521	I really enjoyed reading this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very exciting, gripping and romance not to mention a lot of twists and turns it kept my interest very good read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R149PRL9PTNXPI?ASIN=0439023521	Best	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best book I've ever read I really recommend it for Suzanne Collins fans. If you liked the other 2 get this one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22BM8CCBVFUZU?ASIN=0439023521	LOVED it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games was the BEST book I have ever read. Thumbs up to Susanne Collins. LOVED all of it!!!!!!!!!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26RZVNIAZLJZT?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was skeptical but this book lived up to the hype. Better than the movie and loved the background it contains.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2G0TGH55SUR43?ASIN=0439023521	Didn't want to quit reading!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wonder what happens to the champions when they go back to their lives again? Can't wait to start the next book!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RX2XPXZB3I7R5?ASIN=0439023521	good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">great and easy read.The book even for an adult to read, cant wait for the next one. Now I can go see the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1O7CHQM1EG3JI?ASIN=0439023521	Good read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very fast read. Watched the movie, so had to read the book and was not disappointed. Read the book in two days.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BBBX1A1UXAH5?ASIN=0439023521	A real page turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put down this book and immediately got the 2 follow up books to read.I didn't want the story to end!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22L20XG8LEX6Z?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A book filled with action, love, and thrill. I recommend this book to young readers and adults who love thrill.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BP53NJUYKZTH?ASIN=0439023521	AWESOME!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I think this is better than the movie and it is SOOOOOOO good.;)<br/><br/>This is the best book in the world.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RMDZK98XYFNE?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Pretty good book I loved it. And the movie. I'm on catching fire now. They better come out with a second movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3R1Y509GRUFYQ?ASIN=0439023521	Could not put this down.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is a fast read and you will want to read both sequels.  And this is not coming from a young adult...I am 56!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1T4A56V3RRQ9E?ASIN=0439023521	Hard to Put Down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was so captivating, I had to order the next one, and then the one after that. A great thrilling read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RK17JOI2M2OKT?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is my new favorite book. I have always loved watching dystopia/utopia stuff on tv, but I had never read any books in this genre. I absolutely loved it. I took a while to actually try it because from the description, I was not so sure I would like it. I thought it might be a little gruesome, etc. I was so drawn to the subplot - the love story. I love that the love story is the SUBplot so it is not centered around it, yet it's there. So even my husband loved this book as well. The story is so compelling.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22YTXVVQW8YKF?ASIN=0439023521	loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put it down. This says a lot for someone who can't sit still long enough to read a magazine article</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGKU3S29NOU1E?ASIN=0439023521	Great series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Some books never loose their appeal no matter how many times you read them. This series is one of those series</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3I3NQS2QVFGS3?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What else can I say about the Hunger Games that hasn't already been said.  The book and movie were both great!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MY8TUK53EHVD?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a really great book! I absolutely loved reading it!<br/>I can't wait to read the rest of the trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2T9HO62AZA7I3?ASIN=0439023521	Very good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book s good never seen the movie.  Read it in one setting' great author of the best boom I've read lately.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7LAAMGS5B85I?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">5 stars. Awesome book.  Read it in 2 days. Couldn't put it down.  Very much like the movie.  Now for book two.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14HTCBOHW9B32?ASIN=0439023521	love love love!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book!!!!!! LOVELOVELOVELOVELOVELOVE! LOVE LOVE LOVELOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVELOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE.....I LOVE IT AS MUCH AS I LOVE THE MAZE RUNNER! CAN'T WAIT UNTIL THE MOVIE COMES OUT!I HIGHLY SUGGEST YOU READ THIS. THE BEGGINING WAS REALLY BORING FOR ME BUT THE MIDDLE IS AWESOME AND THE END IS BETTER!IT IS A VIOLENT,ACTION,ROMANCE,NON-STOP PAGE TURNING BOOK! I LOVE IT! DON'T CARE ABOUT THE OTHER BAD COMMENTS. JUST TRUST MEH. IT IZ AWESOMMME!!!!!!!XDXDXDXD</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39IIQBKO9Y14P?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't Put It Down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Katniss Everdeen, a resident of post-apocalyptic Appalachia, volunteers to take her little sister's place in a government mandated fight to the death. Readers new to this genre will probably think this is one of the best books they have ever read.  The link with reality television shows certainly gives it an immediacy that other books of this type lack, but I doubt it will become a classic.<br/><br/>Why? I have been struggling to write a coherent review of the book because Katniss, the narrator, is so shut-down emotionally it is hard to feel a connection to her. I think readers will remember the action sequences but will not be as deeply attached as they are to other strong teen protagonists like Menolly in <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Dragonsong-Harper-Hall-Trilogy/dp/0689860080"">Dragonsong (Harper Hall Trilogy)</a> or Romilly in <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Hawkmistress-Darkover-The-Hundred-Kingdoms/dp/0879977620"">Hawkmistress! (Darkover: The Hundred Kingdoms)</a>.<br/><br/>Small quibbles about the plot aside, it is a very good read that will doubtless become a hit movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDWDNFJCR5UHD?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I think this is a five star book because all of the adventure and action throughout this book. I love it!!!!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3P77NUBPSIGDP?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The best book could not stop reading, you should buy this book I recommend it.  Katniss is a amazing heroine!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CQA327JNVNWL?ASIN=0439023521	amazing!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Can't wait to get book two!! I absolutely loved the hunger games. Right up my ally, action packed love story.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGTXGNBNYDXOP?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldnt let  it go , the story stick to you that you want to finish it recommend it..<br/>Finish in one daay</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HDEIORPA8OFW?ASIN=0439023521	Good Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a very good book. I would recommend it to anyone. It is better than the movie. It's worth your time.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRBLJFY5SIASR?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very intense, lots of action. Read it twice. I will be reading Catching Fire, and The Mocking Jay again too!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2C390YYHFYY8V?ASIN=0439023521	addicting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Burned through every one of them in days.  I know its meant for a younger read but damn that was a good book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19KOH5SLDTNBS?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very good book a lot more detailed then the movie was. Whoever liked the movie should really read this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GP5BZHKS0H33?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't let go...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is so much better than the movie, without a doubt!! Getting ready to read the next one!! Awesome!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IY80SWO7FE9O?ASIN=0439023521	My favourite	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely loved The Hunger Games and could not put it down.<br/>So glad I haven't watched the movie yet.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IO9X15IU8T47?ASIN=0439023521	Captivating	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great story. You feel right in the book and trying to stay alive with Kat. Looking forward to the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3M7YRC74NIH5L?ASIN=0439023521	Riviting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is an excellent book, story is wonderful, hard to put the book down.  Would recommend this read to all.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROGS88J2OWI7S?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games - Wow!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Yes, I'm late to the game. But I finally read it, to see what all the fuss was about.<br/><br/>WOW! I loved it, and I loved the three lead characters. The story was fast-paced, suspenseful--and even romantic. Ms. Collins drops the reader immediately into another world, one so different from mine, yet believable and vivid nonetheless.<br/><br/>I can't wait to read the rest, in spite of inadvertently coming across a few reviews with spoilers on the ending. ): Maybe if I wait a few months, I'll forget that part!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2AZYXCHV0PDB8?ASIN=0439023521	great post apocalyptic fiction	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love the series. If your a fan of post apocalyptic fiction, Suzanne Collins did a great job. &lt;3'd it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CL27DNZV4BYC?ASIN=0439023521	Would read the entire series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great, easy read. And free with the lending library on my kindle! Can't wait to the read the rest of these.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R221YMMG8XXKOL?ASIN=0439023521	Very very good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This truely is the masterpiece of all books . I wish that there were100000 volumes and each 1000 pages long</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5UN34NJBIZHT?ASIN=0439023521	The Best Book I ever read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I think that everyone should read this book. It is AWESOME. I would recommend this book to any young adults</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9D211V9LJNOF?ASIN=0439023521	Zoom zoom	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fast pace , exciting, believable, and fun fun read. Can't wait for the next book to be available. Thank you</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LH1CV41RBZPH?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Can't put it down. The story is amazing, lacking nothing to keep b you reading. Must read next book of now!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUH4H2TDJZBZE?ASIN=0439023521	Gift	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a gift for my grand daughter.  She has already read it at least 4 times or more. The price was good.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29T2OLSN6CVII?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I gave this rating because I love the book and it was amazing!!!<br/>I will always love this book. Thanks!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38UM35MCKKDSG?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Can't wait to read the next book. It just grabs you and never lets you go, loved it ! Movie was great too !</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OVFHL6NZQV0X?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's a great book i!!!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JOS5W73THHYU?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Will do business again!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RR151KYH19F9Z?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great story. Easy read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DY4XGO8USZIO?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">great book for all ages</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32LN0127EZTAZ?ASIN=0439023521	Three Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Better than I expected.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HYTR2FPB7HGC?ASIN=0439023521	Good character development.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good series and movies.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3B6MP87V2MS9L?ASIN=0439023521	Two Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Just not my cup of tea.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11XY5KWK6AUNV?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">No Comments Good Or Bad</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZTZAFEIDOO2G?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Daughter had enjoyed it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MJ8SSE3KGFJW?ASIN=0439023521	Three Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Stupid but well written</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23KLIAXUG818G?ASIN=0439023521	So good!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put it down.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZ9L8KDV1MSAR?ASIN=0439023521	enjoyed it.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Engrossing, enjoyed it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FA9H6424P98Q?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">riveting page Turner and keeps you wanting to stay up all night to read. I'm excited to read the next one.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GSPFQO4ZC6EA?ASIN=0439023521	Awsome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a really good book and it had a lot of action<br/><br/>I am looking forward to read the next book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXPAAOUL12VZY?ASIN=0439023521	love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Finally gotten around to reading this book and surely not disappointed. Can't wait to dig into books 2 &amp; 3</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IHQ5PO5KE3LG?ASIN=0439023521	WOW	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazingly enough I loved this read.  It's definitely on my buy list. One of the best read in a long while!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7DF5N8JGBZ2K?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is really good didn't want to put it down. I would recommend this no book. Awesome book. Awesome</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HVMHF9RUGUSH?ASIN=0439023521	Great read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Edge of my seat, couldn't put it down kind of book. Very well written. Wondering how the next two will be.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36NJZZ5Q3UNZ1?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was the best book I have ever read! I will definitely be reading the second an third one. Loved it!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCKM6DCW4V25C?ASIN=0439023521	Dark, brutal but super enthralling	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Though I had never heard of Collins nor the book before, I was surprised to see just how highly rated ""The Hunger Games"" was - and not disappointed at all. The book is of the same genre as ""1984"" and ""Fahrenheit 451"" but much more action oriented. A number of districts are forced to sacrifice a boy and a girl for a brutal annual game, organized by the Capitol to remind them of their defeat and unending subservience. You quickly get caught up in the emotions running through the key protagonist ""Katniss"", knowing that she might very well die at the very beginning of the games.<br/><br/>While the book is meant for young adults (and sometimes reads that way), it's cuts quite deep into human nature. Collins does a great job of bringing out our darker sides, and how we can quickly turn a blind eye to atrocities - as long as we're not involved.<br/><br/>A definite must - looking forward to reading the rest of the trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GTCKH82FL1P3?ASIN=0439023521	Adrianna , Bonnett review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I like the book better than the movie. It makes the stuff more easier to comprehend with more details. :)</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R913V11UMXJMU?ASIN=0439023521	Great book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A great read with riveting action and plots within plots.  Couldn't  put it down. Sure to be a must read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MLI82Q5L4XS0?ASIN=0439023521	Enjoyable	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is a good easy read. The movie followed close to the book. I'm ready to read the second in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31KN9X9NTW8TS?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome... book I loved it can`t wait to read book two and three... one of the best love stories Ive read</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30B9YNJ9Z2VG8?ASIN=0439023521	I loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Interesting book.  You will have to watch the movie.  The book is more into detail.  A must book to read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2J3OFB5LLE8PA?ASIN=0439023521	Must read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book. I couldn't put it down.  So thrilling and kept me on the edge of  my seat.  Highly recommend.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWLRTR3S6S7NC?ASIN=0439023521	Incrdible	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I literally could not put this book down. Finished it in two days. The fastest I have ever read any book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RN4RTYFUN65M9?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is definitely a thinker. It is an easy read but deals with important social issues that are often left ignored. I read the whole series in about 2 days because I couldn't put it down. My husband joked that I was ""dead to the world"" for those two days because I didn't talk to anyone and barely talked to him....I didn't even go on facebook!! Great repeat read and a book that I will recommend to other people and give as a gift for many years to come : ) This is a must buy!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22S763W5XGMHI?ASIN=0439023521	What abook	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought this was a great book i recommend it to other of u like suzanie Collins.please share to others</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CL858WCKGDH1?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was amazing and suspenseful I can't say anything else about it so to bad for the 20 word limit</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3H0FNXEHE1AD7?ASIN=0439023521	Aaamazing!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Tore thru this book so fast I had to read it again! Loved this book so much, can't wait to read it again</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17GD8KWIC229G?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a great book. I could not put it down. I would highly recommended it. Cannot wait for book two.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3R9CHLCLZRW69?ASIN=0439023521	Solid tension	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A good read. Lots of unexpected twists and turns. Now to watch the movie! And read the next book. Soon.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R266IMM9B1TF9G?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome very very very good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I swear this is the best book I have ever read I 100 percent loved it AND IN can't wait to read th next</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QQEJSJDSV5Q1?ASIN=0439023521	AWESOME book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games was a very good book and I really enjoyed it. I can't wait to read the other two books</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RSW0UY5BQHPD?ASIN=0439023521	Good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Book draws you in and does not let you out. You are rooting for the main characters from the beginning.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26CGOY013NMAA?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best trilogy I've read in a long time! Had me glued to it for all 3 books, Well written and interesting</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDYWT3TQ6SAPX?ASIN=0439023521	Thomas	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read, totally expected not to enjoy this book as much as I did, ended up not able to put it down!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10UI3TY3VEU6X?ASIN=0439023521	Flawless	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Brilliant plot &amp; memorable characters. Witty, fun, heart-wrenching, inspiring. Top 5 book of all time.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1U6X5ENUZ729H?ASIN=0439023521	truly awful, what is the fuss?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I admit when I got my Kindle 3 weeks ago, I went a little crazy and made a few mistakes. This was one of them. While I'm obviously late to the game here, no pun intended, I will ask for a refund. I admit I didn't bother to see the movie but I tried to finish the book and could not. I found myself nodding off a couple of time and asking, what is all the fuss about? I couldn't get past the boring plot, the predictability, and there was NO buildup at all. I simply gave up.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJ3BSKNQBAQCD?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved it all so well written I think this book is for everyone. A good exiting story that I enjoyed.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33X701ZAE634U?ASIN=0439023521	Nice book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is a very interesting novel. The book is really good. I really like it~~ Could not stop reading it~</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R66LDYO773NPF?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm not a reader. I actually hate it. My girlfriend talked me into this book and I absolutely loved it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CRRK3W8GPJHO?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a very good book but has very mature parts. You should not read it if you don't like violence!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2C1TA8TX1AI4D?ASIN=0439023521	Love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Recommend this to ANYONE at all your love it 400 pages 20 chapters loved every part of it good book!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AS265V09Z806?ASIN=0439023521	Its an ok book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I think It is boring in like three fourths of the book but it eventualy gets pretty good in the middle</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KBB87JXDQFVY?ASIN=0439023521	Wow	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought I wouldn't like it but I loved it much better than the movie can't wait to read the next one</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IUVJK9AIVBW1?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent!!! Could not put this book down. I watched the movie prior to the book &amp; it was still great.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9ECLQXORKNA9?ASIN=0439023521	great sci fi read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Not on par with ender's game, but the fact I even considered that book show tellyou how good this was.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2T0XY541TO63L?ASIN=0439023521	I recommand you	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Its nice fast shipping</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16BFXHUS5VEXN?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As described - thanks.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CH3AVREUYASP?ASIN=0439023521	Love!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love all hunger games!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RDZB78Q3YK1L?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book and series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10N9IQ0KNW3N2?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">great read; quick read</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3L2BIH60VYRQV?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">love this whole series</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24O9XKV4K1TYI?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Addicting page turner!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NQNF7WLEYA88?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Better than the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3G4Z373BPCTY0?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best book I ever read!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IW4T7E2SSIGL?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a great book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12O3EBO2Z1X6V?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love the book so much!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3Q8CZKAQLU2O5?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">everything as expected</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3ELKWXK2DXF92?ASIN=0439023521	Must read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fantastic book series!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1O26T9G9KLB7S?ASIN=0439023521	Totally unique...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I listened to the unabridged audio edition of this book on a long car ride and was riveted. The premise of the story is somewhat disturbing, but the author eases the reader into it to an extent that it becomes plausible. I empathized with Katniss and Peeta greatly, and enjoyed the cleverness of the arena that was created. The story moves along at a brisk pace and will held my rapt attention.<br/><br/>In the end, it makes me want to read the next book... like, right now.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1B5TPQ29JEB71?ASIN=0439023521	THE BEST	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Way better than the movie such a good book and I can't wait to finish the series. I highly recommend.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36OUS1BLXE3F2?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book it is much better than the movies,it was fun to read when there was a power out or a storm</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20TJ3GGTFZRR3?ASIN=0439023521	Deep	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Really good an ends with a great beginning of the next book I just loved it I can't wait to read more</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JM540Z4QG0E1?ASIN=0439023521	<3	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book.  Ms. Collins is a spectacular writer and the book is hard to put down<br/>LOVE IT!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHY21BBQRKO5S?ASIN=0439023521	Very exciting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was gripping and an easy read. I couldn't put it down! I am looking forward to the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1V0NMD8ZZP3B8?ASIN=0439023521	great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i read the hunger games twice and it really is a great book. there is nothing i didn't like about it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FM0FKEZNTL07?ASIN=0439023521	Left wanting more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was unable to put it down. It left you with lots of questions making me want to read the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R197YD9TGL00T9?ASIN=0439023521	100x better then the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book in less than 24 hours....couldnt put it down!! It was so much better then the movie.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1G7OY1RV1N9BD?ASIN=0439023521	The best book ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very very good and it has a lot of action and romantic love.<br/>I like the book you should read it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLPGEBNB36IYX?ASIN=0439023521	So good!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love The Hunger Games books. It's such a good series, which I refuse to believe is just for teens!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BJ7UBFZ7CPWI?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">loved the book the other ones are awesome too i couldnt put any of them down they were worth buying!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UYWVEZ5UQBNC?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved every word. I can't wait to get the next book. BRAVO Miss Collins on a new classic. Thank you!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R219K78S5GT266?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I downloaded this book to my Kindle.  Such a fast read!  Can't wait to read the rest of the trilogy!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VIEGC5L39T9P?ASIN=0439023521	Love this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this is by far one of my favorite books.  I was hooked and couldnt put it down since the first page.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TLSRRB0ANF4E?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put this book down and can not wait to read the next installment in this exciting trilogy</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19QACPEZJ7HPH?ASIN=0439023521	great story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good story, I personally love the book. I liked it, and this review has to be longer so I loved it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RITSYPWYKV1D9?ASIN=0439023521	Hard to put down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a very good book and I'll start the second book tonight. It is much better than the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1T7JGYP1OPZY1?ASIN=0439023521	Never ending adventure!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was so intense and a very fun read! I could hardly put it down when I started reading it!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36891EAAQQO93?ASIN=0439023521	great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Just a great book and great read! I always wanted to keep reading and never stop. It was that good!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RO525WFSYDTY?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't put it down.. can't wait to read the second one. I hope it's just as good.. very very good</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVCT6PCV07OM2?ASIN=0439023521	Love at first sight	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I just love this book. I can't wait to read more. I don't know what to do when this series is over.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VVBKX08XOEI5?ASIN=0439023521	AWESOME BOOK	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Book Was Amazingly Awesome I Loved it so much im on to book 3 the second book was better though</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R341VHJ0B6Q5C6?ASIN=0439023521	splendid	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After finishing this one, I had to add the other two to my TBR list. Like it wasn't long enough. :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R121669FRO44A3?ASIN=0439023521	Took me about 7 chapters to realize it's geared toward teens...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">And it didn't matter one whit. I lost track of post-apocalyptic tales of tests with heavy loss and surprising redemption. I was so wrapped up in the story I didn't care that it was written for teenage girls. I'm a 57 y.o. guy! I loved it. Maybe it combined the best of brutal one-on-one warfare with spirit lifting possibilities. I laughed, I cried (Prim). Soaring and crushing. Well done! And it sort of mirrors the politics today. again, well done!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YT47PLPZMKHC?ASIN=0439023521	wonderfully entertaining	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was even better than the movie, which I saw first. Now I need to read the series. Can't wait.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26OFV3FADJ9TF?ASIN=0439023521	awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book I think every one should read it it  is just a really great book awesome book I love it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DZVS6M4OH9KN?ASIN=0439023521	Great.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's  a page turner. And a really fast read. Oh yea and you should read it. Cool. Cool. Peace out.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HKAKC4YLZADA?ASIN=0439023521	Good first book!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have never read a whole book before this and it was pretty good. I would recommend it to anyone.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BRAW1QJUUX7E?ASIN=0439023521	Easy read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Should have read the book before I watched the movie. I was so confused during r the movie. Aaaa a</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MU9J2SLTMR36?ASIN=0439023521	The first book in the series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is full of adventure and action the best book u will ever read. Full of romance and love</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSJSUSN5RS8U9?ASIN=0439023521	Riveting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not put it down.  Finished it in 3 days.  I do recommend it to anyone who enjoy s reading.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7CQ76QINQV5C?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I think this is the best book ever. I've only started the the hunger games and already I love them</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OKTYY2LDAMJB?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book it's my new favorite book set aside so b it. I can't wait to read the full serice</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GRN8AR89MWG3?ASIN=0439023521	Keeping up with the masses	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wanted to know what the the fuss was about, so I got this for my Kindle.  I am so glad it was available for free on Amazon Prime, because while entertaining, it is not well-written.<br/><br/>Besides being written at a 5th-grade level (though the Lexile level is supposed to be an 810), the author has trouble really investigating complex ideas, preferring instead to just present them as confusing to the characters. For example, though the entire plot is dependent on the dystopian society, it is the one thing that is not really addressed much. Add to that the fact that common idiomatic phrases are actually misquoted (e.g. ""our hearts go with you"" -- a mix of ""our hearts go out to you"", and ""our thoughts are with you"").<br/>Now that I know what the fuss was about, I won't have to read the other books in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3L4LHXZ8T108T?ASIN=0439023521	a great book to read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the book and saw the movie. It kept me on my toes on when everything was going to happen.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROWH9FE6DV7RN?ASIN=0439023521	Good Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you liked the movie you will like the book.  The book fills in many gaps the movie leaves out.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4EQK97VDL77Q?ASIN=0439023521	Great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was able to read this in 3 days!  I couldn't put it down.  Going to start the next one NOW!  :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RI8ZTQCU5GW7Z?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought it was awesome! It's the bomb loved t lol that movie inspired  me! To die for! bam bow!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ONDEB1QFC7W?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved this book from the opening page.  It was exciting and well written.  I highly recommend it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3S9RYNYS1N9SH?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't put it down!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHNT5XL7F825I?ASIN=0439023521	Three Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Gift for someone else</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25AVQEBQTPXY8?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful story and characters	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing. That is all.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FE31ES5JMVTV?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm a happy customer!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R340TDXDN98UA4?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this series!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HJRRFGU6ISKB?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">the way of the future</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ENFTBA2K1X7Z?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Exactly what I wanted</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R314947OCY3KI8?ASIN=0439023521	Mocking Jay	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPHDTTI95GHFG?ASIN=0439023521	A great book. Period.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A great book. Period.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TRBLOWHDVRLS?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't stop reading</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RN7OE7VXDQWRG?ASIN=0439023521	enjpyed	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">got hooked right away</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9DUQ6CCDO91M?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Enjoyed it very much.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKYRSH45674JP?ASIN=0439023521	Pounding Pace	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had resisted reading this book series as I had resisted ""The Girl Who"" series. . . sometimes these blockbusters are just not for me.<br/><br/>Boy, was I wrong!<br/><br/>Suzanne Collins pulls her reader in from page one of the Hunger Games, and as Stephen King said in his review, ""It's a speed-rap of a novel that generates constant suspense.""<br/><br/>I liked Katniss and Peeta and their way of dealing with the terror and fame thrust upon them.  Gale is also a winning personality.<br/><br/>This is not ""Brave New World"" or ""Moby Dick,"" but I felt the political commentary was clear, the idea of maintaining our sense of self in a celebrity-mad world.  Collins also depicts the have's and have not's with compassion.<br/><br/>Memorable writing.  Keeper!<br/><br/>And my list of top YA books for 2010 just moved around to make room at the top for the Hunger Games Trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OOSZUXQHQCWR?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book, exciting. A real page turner. It is not only for teens  and it is not just for kids.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21S7UD46CDMQ2?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I Couldn't put the book down! Read the whole book in one day. Can't wait to start the next one!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R353HSD5YLLXGA?ASIN=0439023521	It's a good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Before I read it I watched the movie, I did like it. My favorite part was when Katness met Cinna</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R94U6MBELBLHR?ASIN=0439023521	Ton o' thrills	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Lot of thrills to read and very well paced of the action, all in all a very good book on my part</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20VY10Z8B97TQ?ASIN=0439023521	GREAT!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Had you on the edge of your seat, heart racing, hard to put down!  There was a lot of suspense.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMJJA2G2SO9PU?ASIN=0439023521	hi	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Like it it's cool I love hunger games it looks good and people say so, so I think it looks good</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RM9AUUESJB17N?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">That a out all I can say. It truly is the best book ever. I can't wait to read the second book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HSZ9G4DG60LW?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not put it down! Loved how each page has you turning for more. And it has awesome plot.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UNDC99FVX1SQ?ASIN=0439023521	Good story, action, interesting read for all ages	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I purchased this, I did not realize that it was young adult.  Don't let that stop you!  As an avid reader of classic literature, I still loved this book.  I ended up with the whole trilogy.  There actually is a story - so rare for books that come out these days!  I ended up getting wrapped up in the teenage drama, yet there were plenty of ""adult"" issues.  I think almost anyone age 10 - 100 would enjoy this (I'm in my 30's).</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8X9TD00P2KRB?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked the movie but loved the book.  I can't wait to read the next book in the series. Yeah!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8UAZDF9Y3DH7?ASIN=0439023521	Awsome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the interesting facts you don't see in the movie like how long it took for Cato to die</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IKFTQ63G8LC2?ASIN=0439023521	Incredibly wonderful!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've read this book over for a fourth time. Now, it's on to the next two ones! Love it! -carly</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PMREHNFQQMAI?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was such a great book, I finished it in 2 days... I can't wait to start on the next book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1D23ZOC2QNSJ?ASIN=0439023521	amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i can hardly put the book down long enough to write this. that's all i have to say. GREAT!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTBZ25OAJCVCF?ASIN=0439023521	Made Me Think Long After It Was Over	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book (and series overall) has a strong, unique premise and follows through with raw, minimalistic detail, which lends itself to the young adult reader. However, it is entirely appropriate and appealing for adults. I particularly appreciated how I continued to think about the books long after they were done. I can see how and why this distopian series has exploded onto the literary scene with such force and sense of modern classic. The only flaw that stopped up the flow from time to time was the way the main character was too often blind to the feelings and motivations of others (of which the reader was well aware). However, being that it is a young adult series, this could be considered a flaw of the young character (vs. the writing).<br/><br/>All in all, this series is well worth the read in its entirety.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1H1SHPW4NGAUK?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of the best books I've read in a long time.  Cant wait to read the next in the series....</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28SMP4BL690GA?ASIN=0439023521	Could not put this book down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is one of the BEST books I've read in a long time! The character development and plot really suck you into the story. You actually feel as if you've known the characters all your life! You can feel intense love/compassion that Peeta has for Katniss. This is definitely a quick read that you cannot/do not want to put down! I highly recommend this book. Can't wait to finish Catching Fire! Movie comes out March 23rd!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ITZEK1H7FN5B?ASIN=0439023521	I couldn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had a feeling that I was expecting too much out of this series. For its huge popularity and a movie coming out, I thought that it might be too hyped up. However, I was surprised to see how much I truly enjoyed it.<br/>There are only a handful of books/series that I stayed up all night reading. The Hunger Games has made it on that list. Once I opened up that book, I never put it down until the very end. It was so different from anything I've ever read and had such a suspenseful atmosphere. It's hard to find a book that grabs your attention immediately and successfully keeps it, but The Hunger Games did just that. If you miss that feeling of being so into a story and wondering ""What's going to happen next?"", get The Hunger Games. Once I finished, I immediately went to a store to get the second one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18BIJ4GLVZU1X?ASIN=0439023521	Very Entertaining	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was one of the best I've ever read. I am so looking forward to reading the next one</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RT131QJ87X02K?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved it!!!!!!  I want to get the second book and maybe the third as soon as I am able to.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7YN91L31MG6F?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is AMAZING buy now YOU WILL NOT REGRET IT AND TEAM PEETA :) I LOVE THE HUNER GAMES</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TND6ZKGH312E?ASIN=0439023521	loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a great book. I could not put it down. I've read it three times since I've bought it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RU3HY86CIDMIF?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A wonderful novel!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KWCWYZXHSXEE?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Used this as a gift.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2B7K21174ZH7D?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well written book...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1P57MIBEPJOWB?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Thank you great book</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UN3RM4N6IJF0?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">very happy with book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34ZMA3VR1HJWX?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Absolutely riveting!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R126NG2EEC300Y?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Thoroughly engaging!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RQGLW4NR04YI?ASIN=0439023521	Hooked!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book hooks you from the get go. I was very impressed and I am eager to start book two.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROERDBLXRDSD1?ASIN=0439023521	It is like I will never  be  happy again	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was the best. Your sad, but in a good way. that is all I will say- Emily Shanklin</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7CEEG3J5F185?ASIN=0439023521	Enjoyed!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I watched the movie then decided to read the book. I am glad I did. Now I'm reading book 2.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R71C0PQGXPIF?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Such a good book couldn't put it down love it love love it can't wait to see the movies ya</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KMKIRLD558XO?ASIN=0439023521	A Gripping Read from Page 1 to End	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I tried really hard not to like The Hunger Games at first. I was worried that I would like the book simply because everyone else did. Once I started reading it though, I could not put it down. It's dark for sure but you find yourself liking Katniss so much that if she can handle it so can you.<br/><br/>Every year one boy and one girl from each of the twelve districts are thrown into a specifically built arena to fight to the death. There is only one winner. Katniss and Peeta are drawn for the poverty stricken District 12. Peeta displayed a great act of kindness when they were younger. He gave Katniss hope in a time when all seemed hopeless. How can she kill him? With the help of their sponsor and her own sharp wit Katniss will give the Capitol a shock they may not be ready for!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QO0AI8RMTC7K?ASIN=0439023521	Catchy trilogy makes you hunger for more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wanted to read something catchy and light and found this trilogy exceeded my expectations. I'm not a sci-fi/fantasy person, but I really enjoyed all three of these books. The author did a great job of keeping you guessing while not being too cliche. The first book was, in my opinion, the best. In all books, I found the characters well developed for this genre/audience and the plot is sophisticated enough without being confusing.<br/><br/>I read these via the Kindle version and while I noticed what some other reviewers said regarding formatting, I didn't care. It wasn't that big of a deal and you can easily modify the text size on a Kindle anyhow. I certainly wouldn't let it be a deterrent.<br/><br/>Great young adult reading and good for upper-intermediate students of the English language.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2H1IZ6TYTTL9O?ASIN=0439023521	Wow.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger  Games is the masterful first instalment to The<br/>Hunger Games Trilogy.  At first I was reluctant to read this series because I figured, how good can it be?  When I started to read it I thought, wow I was stupid all those months when I mocked The Hunger Games.  The point is, everyone should read this book.  You could be  10 or you could be 50 you would still like this book.  It deals with such fundementaly humman topics, such as love and war, that eveyone who reads this book  finds someting in it for them.  For example, (spoiler alert) Peeta's unconditional love for Katniss, when Rue dies, I could go on forever.<br/><br/>In conclusion, no mater how young or old you are, you will love this book. Suzane Collins puts a new spin on this plot line used in many books.  BUY IT!!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2M68B12T8OXXG?ASIN=0439023521	Imaginative	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I found the first two chapters a bit of a slow start.... Just as I thought the average rating wasn't deserved, the pace started picking up and my mind was transported to unimaginable and brutal world. A story which makes you want to believe that humanity can overcome anything.. Peeta's sentiment that he did not want to lose him, resonated deeply with me. Loved it and will definitely be purchasing book 2!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IG8RO9W9XCWF?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the second time I read it so pretty safe to say I really liked it very very much.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31NPNNEUWUEF6?ASIN=0439023521	Perfect	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the best book I have ever read it is amazing it should be for kids a little older</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R155OUFZ84RCO9?ASIN=0439023521	Good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It kept me on the edge of me seat. Can't wait to finish the series and see where it ends!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WYW9J2LE8C3O?ASIN=0439023521	Simply fascinating!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I must confess, if I had read a teaser of the book, I might not have read the book itself. I am so glad I just started from scratch! It didn't take long to get into, and soon I became completely captivated. A shockingly brutal story, yet easy to read. You will not regret reading this book! Quickly, before the movie comes out and completely destroys it... because, let's face it, what movie doesn't?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSTGL3ZSQEQS2?ASIN=0439023521	Surprised I couldn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I usually don't read books in this genre, I like to read about things that can really happen.  So many of my friends were talking about what a good book it was, I decided to give it a try.  The first couple of chapters were ok, I even stopped reading it for a couple of weeks to read something else.  But once I got about half way through, I couldn't put it down. I was anxious to see what was going to happen next.  Katniss is a young girl who is chosen from her district for the Hunger Games.  Each year young people have to fight to the death to see who survives.  Crazy right??  Well all that she has go to through to make it to the games and through them, are very interesting.  I would recommend this book to anyone looking for something a little different to read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IB89B12FO805?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of the most memorable stories from my English class (far too many years ago) was The Lottery (<a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Lottery-and-Other-Stories/dp/0374529531"">The Lottery and Other Stories</a>). Now, here's an updated, more in-depth page-turning version of it, combined with a bit of ""Fear Factor""-on-steroids that really does make for quite a ride.<br/><br/>I probably would have liked it even more with greater depth to a few of the characters and back story, as well as a more generally meaningful end.  Though that lack may be because it is written for Young Adults.  Still, I highly recommend it for any adult looking for a quick, page-turning thriller with a different premise or anyone who typically enjoys post-apocalyptic tales like <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Handmaid-s-Tale/dp/B001IC52I4"">The Handmaid's Tale</a> or <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Host-A-Novel/dp/0316068047"">The Host: A Novel</a>!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNZ7DDPME1OZ0?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book a lot of things left out in the movie.  I may read it again it was that good.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2C6O9RGAVA4UY?ASIN=0439023521	Good Read, Even For Adults	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins' 'The Hunger Games' is written for teenagers but its still a good read for even adults.  A dystopian future where children are pitted in a fight-to-the-death reality television show.  Its basically one part 'Running Man'(the movie, not the book), one part 'Battle Royal'(the Japanese movie/book, not the wrestling event), and one part 'Mad Max Beyond Thunderdome"".<br/><br/>Its well written.  Its not condescending as a lot of juvenile literature seems to be.  Its exciting, a little violent(don't get your panties in a bunch, overprotective parents), and has bits of well-placed humor.<br/><br/>I'd recommend 'The Hunger Games' to both children and adults, maybe read it together even.  Its the first in a series and I look forward to reading the rest.  Rock out.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2N1KGQBJPBIYE?ASIN=0439023521	The most amazing book you will ever read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read the Hunger Games in 2008, right when it came out. And lets just say it simply changed my life. I keep rereading every book in the series. Its an incredible action and adventure novel with a twist on each page. It also has the perfect amount of romance on the side. Its unlike any book you'll read. And I promise anyone will absolutely fall in love with the plot, storyline, and characters.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1K9CNUOFX3XOX?ASIN=0439023521	Great reading!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had to try very hard not to bring the book with me to work. What a thrill!  Loved it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LK3DSNU5B2JH?ASIN=0439023521	the hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book I just got so in to it like I was living in the book I am get book to</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNXWG7B1H8IAW?ASIN=0439023521	An Entertaining Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is an interesting and entertaining book. It is the best of the series.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QXR43FJYYRIU?ASIN=0439023521	Epic book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was skeptical about this book before I knew what it was about. I started reading it, slowly, not really into it. But then I understood the storyline and I was hooked. It's such an original story and well written too! The characters, Katniss, Gale, Peeta, Prim, and others are well formed and have orginality. While this book is sad, and a little depressing, such as getting to know little Rue but knowing her fate, it is still truly amazing. With twists, adventure, action, suspense, and romance, you really got to pat Suzanne Collins on the back. She's an AMAZING author and I can't wait to read her future stories outside of The Hunger Games trilogy. If you have no intent on reading this book, rethink and give it a try! I guarantee you WON'T regret it!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3156LHRBL5Q3O?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful emotional roller coaster.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is an excellent story set int a dystopian future based upon brutality. The story structure here follows the emotional and social struggles of our main character as she is brought into the Hunger Games to brutally murder not only fellow teenagers, but also a friend. As the story plays out we get to see the emotional struggles as this young adult has to try and deal with the stress and fallout of death, love, loss and success. It all comes to a great climax resulting a success that not only leaves our main character vulnerable, but also questioning who she is.<br/><br/>The only major complaint is the ending of the book does leave us hanging a bit with its abruptness. I have not read a book that brought me through so many emotions in a very long time.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKGTNM09HK6CZ?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Terrific fiction '</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROR8N13LRTW22?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Really good quality</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27P614NNYH1K2?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent condition</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37WOF0SJL4IER?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Its a great book 👻</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDKXNQSVOP0FA?ASIN=0439023521	A good teen story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A decent narrative.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFN7PPN5TCJEN?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Pretty good series.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VEQOVFLOHVSQ?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent fun read.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IJ8L98F29C8N?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this is a good book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JC3AQQNGJTAQ?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love love loved it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R386KEV721ITU7?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">shipped as expected</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RMHIXY67FW0D?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great teenage book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1V6VGOEJB3E3T?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of my favorites</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VOVJPVJPMT7S?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book, thanks!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RD5KZDQDCNGXE?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love these books!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XKN5GML1ZUBB?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger games arhhhh</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1EAV29ZG7AEG4?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book!! 😊😊😊</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29NYSQLB8P46J?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">came in as expected</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YD0878E2R1NJ?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Did not expect to like this book but I ended up loving it. So easy to read but so good</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1D9T4AYKWCWAF?ASIN=0439023521	GREAT	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book and it's me FAVORITE book so far<br/>So if u get it I hope u like it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JG2UP9YPJWHR?ASIN=0439023521	Bought the Box Set on referral ...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Purchased the box set and have finished this first book.  Let's see - Collins creates a fast read that IS engaging. I love the Gale &amp; Catnip / Peeta &amp; Katniss aspect and Peeta - he's just a sweetheart and Katniss is about as receptive (and dumb) as a door knob.<br/>I couldn't put it down. However, the premise for this is nothing less than utterly disturbing.  It's about survival of the fittest in the literal sense and supposedly for kids but I'd be afraid to let a 14 yr old read this one.  No sex and nasties like that but kids killing other kids for food - not good. **SPOILER** It reminds me of ""The Condemned"" when a silver parachute drops to aid a contestant or a fire is started to herd everyone back together for more blood and guts.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IHXYM4HEERQP?ASIN=0439023521	"Liked it better when it was called ""Battle Royale"""	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this for a class, and I've got to admit, yes I was entertained. Then I realized something, I've read this before. That's right, I read ""Battle Royale"" when I was a senior in high school. Its good, but really, just a knock off of other novels that did it before. Sorry, but read ""They shoot horses, dont they"" or ""battle royale"" better. May get this from the library, but don't buy</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Z7ZIGT4CG8OH?ASIN=0439023521	Good read, but not great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wasn't planning on reading this book because I was concerned it would be another young adult book that focused on a love story, like a certain series about vampires, which I haven't read, nor ever will. However, my wife wants to see the movies and to be fair I figured I should read the books before seeing the movies. I knew enough before reading the book that it was about a love triangle and was worried that the book would focus on a love story, which I don't find interesting if it's the focal point of the book. My wife insisted the love story wasn't the focus of the book so I decided to give it a shot.<br/><br/>When I was halfway through the book, I thought it was great and actually shed some tears in regards to Katniss and Rue, which I won't give away, but that scene was just heart wrenching. If the 2nd half of the book had continued in the same manner as the first I would have given it 5 stars, but sadly it didn't. Shortly after that Katniss and Rue scene, when the Capital decided to change the rules, the story started to unravel, specifically because it bean to focus on the love story. First off, when you establish rules, you don't change them, it leads to the reader losing vested interest since rules can change. And that's what happened to me, but it was even worse when the rules changed AGAIN at the end of battle.<br/><br/>The love story that began to develop in the second half of the story just felt so contrived. Somewhat believable from the viewpoint of Peeta, but not so from Katniss. The kissing and petting scenes just seemed so forced and there seemed absolutely no connection from Katniss, even though she seemed to waffle back and forth at times questioning her feelings for Peeta. Katniss overall just seemed devoid of emotion. Other than her father, Prim and Rue (who reminded Katniss of her sister) she doesn't seem to have any emotions for anyone, not even Gale.<br/><br/>I was so disappointed at the turn of this book, that at 80% of the way through the Kindle edition I thought that with 20% remaining it had a chance to redeem itself but unfortunately it never did.<br/><br/>So overall, it was a great first half of the book but it was unable to carry that intensity to the end. I really enjoyed Haymitch throughout and really look forward to seeing Woody Harrelson portray him in the movie. Absolute perfect casting!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1EMSLPWB88LSI?ASIN=0439023521	Meh. Hardly a Tour de Force.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Meh.<br/><br/>This is one of the first few books where I'd only allowed myself to hear the very basics of the story. I wanted to be surprised by most of what I read and didn't even read a summary. Lauded as a young adult masterpiece I was very much excited to get my hands on a copy of The Hunger Games. In fact, so sure was I that I would be utterly enthralled with it that I bought the whole trilogy in one go..<br/><br/>The Hunger Games starts of with a somewhat creative concept of a futuristic, post-apocalyptic society of people. Like many books in the post-apocalypse genre these days, we aren't told what exactly this `event' was. We're given some rather vague clues as to what actually happened in the form of Katniss's briefly muttering some things about the destruction of the atmosphere, wars, famine etc and even though I found that to be somewhat of a copout, I forgave that because the story takes place nearly 200 years after said event.<br/><br/>THG follows the story of Katniss Everdeen, living in a world hundreds of years from now in which each year, a total of 24 children (ages 12-18) are chosen in a lottery and made to fight the death in an arena with various weapons.<br/><br/>This exercise doubles as both a punishment for the people of the 12 districts of Panem --  for a rebellion against the malevolent government the districts took part in about a hundred years before -- as well as entertainment for the sadistic Capitol people and interested parties in various districts. Why the Capitol takes such pleasure in these things were are never told.<br/><br/>Despite the violent nature of this novel, make no mistake: this is a teen and young adult series at heart -- as evidenced by the adults in the series inexplicable interest in Katniss Everdeen's love life and other things far less noteworthy.<br/><br/>The book is neither well written nor well thought-out, and reads very much like `My First Novel' by a novice author. Suzanne Collins has not mastered the art of story telling or of writing characters with more than one dimension. We are meant to believe that Katniss is `tough' and/or brave but what we see is little more than a scared girl whose survival is based more on her acting capabilities and her trainer and teammate's ability to convey her as a lovesick teenage girl than any bravery or combat skills.<br/><br/>As the book wears on, we discover that Katniss is hardly a worthy heroine and has an air of the Reluctant Hero about her that gets old pretty quickly. She is portrayed as somewhat naïve which -- as someone who has only known violence and tremendous abuses at the hands of people in power -- is unbelievable. She feels much more like a girl from today, transported into this hellish, futuristic world and hasn't a clue how to handle herself.<br/><br/>There are many minor characters in the book, none of which are really given their due. Even the main characters are lacking in depth and description and are all seemingly placed in the book in order to play supporting role to Katniss who alternates between selflessness and selfishness and often with a hint of stupidity in nearly everything she does.<br/><br/>Throughout the first book we are treated to a number of vividly detailed instances of violence which seem to be in place more to shock and less to move the story along. About 2/5 through the book the reader can virtually guess what the outcome will be, especially a reader who knows there are two more books in the trilogy. Suzanne Collins throws many a faux dilemma Miss Everdeen's way that only the youngest of readers will be intrigued by and add nothing to the element of suspense. Much like TV shows putting the lead character in jeopardy, everyone knows how it will end, and it won't end with the lead in a coffin.<br/><br/>I have read and heard many young people discussing the merits of this book and how it's both thought-provoking and tremendous. It's been celebrated the world over and praised as anything from a political thriller to a cautionary tale of what can happen when the government becomes too powerful. Perhaps at 21 I'm just too old to appreciate the so-called brilliance of this book but frankly I found it to be one listless chapter after another, making the whole thing a subpar experience.<br/><br/>But, surprisingly, I read the whole trilogy and this unfortunate work turned out to be the best among the three.<br/><br/>2/5 on its own, 3/5 by comparison.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXVI9IIB9B05J?ASIN=0439023521	Mixed feelings	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">There must have been something intriguing about the book because I listened to the whole thing on CDs and am now making my way through Catching Fire, but I have to say there was alot about this book I DIDN'T like:<br/>1) Totally unbelievable dystopian society. Sorry, I didn't buy it. As if a totalitarian government would choose to flex its muscle by spending countless resources to put together an annual reality TV show. Please. Is there nothing else going on in the world to distract this government?<br/>2) Katniss, a 16 yo girl who spends her days running through the forest with a handsome and capable boy, claims to have never thought of him ""in that way"" before? Nor does she pick up on Peeta's feelings for her?  As a woman who remembers what it was like to be 16, this is totally fiction.<br/>3) The idea that mass social uprisings could hinge on a handful of berries and whether two people are really in love or not is so unrealistic, even in this fantasy world, that it's insulting to the occupants of it. It's just not strong enough to fuel the fear in the government that the novel implies.<br/>4) Katniss' tolerance of her fashion entourage from the Capital is utterly baffling. These people represent everything that is wrong with the world and yet somehow she grows to like them? I don't buy the argument that she had no choice. All that time they were plucking and tweezing and primping her, she could have been telling them about the real living conditions she and her district endure back home. Yet she was surprisingly subdued for a girl known for speaking her mind.<br/><br/>This book seriously tested my ability to suspend disbelief.<br/><br/>Having said that, there was one thing that was refreshing: A young female protagonist who is good in a fight. We need more of these. Unfortunately, the world she inhabited was so unbelievable in my mind that I'm afraid she got lost in the soup sandwich mess that is Panem.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNNIOL4C4LV15?ASIN=0439023521	my view of hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is AWESOME! I recommend this book to 11 and over because of the violence that takes place. It has violence,courage, hunting and yes kissing. This story tells what it is like to see your loved ones dye right in frount of you.join Katniss goes on a incredible journey when her sister is chosen and she takes her place. Read this book and go to the hunger games with Katniss.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2L93FP186JLA1?ASIN=0439023521	DONT READ UNLESS READY TO STAY UP ALL NIGHT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you're reading this, stop searching for a 'can't put down' book and just CHOOSE THIS ONE!!!!! This is an amazing book that grabs your heart from the first chapter. You'll be shocked, curious, thrilled, and ... HOOKED!... you might as well just get the whole series now so that tomorrow morning when you wake up tired from staying up allllllll night reading this book, you don't have to make another trip!...(unless you have a handy dandy kindle) I'm telling yah...you WONT be dissapointed!!! Be prepared to gain another sister, worrying about her, mourning for her, gaining total respect for her, and CHEERING for her!!!!!.....heck what are yah doing wasting your time with this review? GO GET YOUR WALLET AND START READING!!!!!!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3S6NF019WSBMB?ASIN=0439023521	Best book I've read in a while	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Katniss is a young girl from the 12th district. After her sister is selected to be `tribute' in a televised bloodsport, Kat volunteers to take her place. Can Kat and her fellow villager Peeta make it out alive?<br/><br/>This novel is written for the teen market, but I must confess I loved it! The world is interesting and terrifying and at times mysterious. What truly happened to those in the province who rebelled? What do the people in the Capitol do with the people exploit? Will the people rebel and effect social change?<br/><br/>Kat herself was a believable character, but I particularly liked Peeta who was kind and brave. Their romance was interesting and sweet...  I also enjoyed the world-building of the nation of Panem. I  couldn't believe how cruel and thoughtless the people in the Capitol were! This novel was fast-paced and exciting. Can't wait for the sequel. 5 stars.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BAJXKKZMOV37?ASIN=0439023521	What a great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">With all of the hype I had to try the book and then I found I couldn't put it down!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CQL3TB36BG05?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well, a really good friend kept telling me about The Hunger Game series and I just kept reading other things and doing my needlepoint...THEN.<br/>I bought the first book The Hunger Games from Amazon and really, WOW.  I read the book in one day, well written, I couldn't put it down. The next day I bought the other two books.  I can't imagine anyone not enjoying this read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HCP2X6H7Q4YL?ASIN=0439023521	kept my attention	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">really interesting</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39MNH08O897DL?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fantastic Product!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R130862DV60RQU?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed the book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KZXZBTH111A6?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What's not to love</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LC5SCARC5UGB?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A wonderful story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1J5TKTPOMN280?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very good reading.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37SSZYO93F96M?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Kept your interest</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CWCVF5XT04OM?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">very good product.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDKARLGG73HBZ?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Just as described.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RH0K5YLK9JDEI?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Just a great story</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PGU20X0QDS2I?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good book to read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RBP6TCU8VPFA?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Quite a good read.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RHJCRLXOPQ86?ASIN=0439023521	love it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">exciting! love it!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDB7OYP2ZQBUG?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Really good read !</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XXO7T82462ZP?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very entertaining.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2459NV5OF4O13?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2AE6RBGXMXU9X?ASIN=0439023521	Three Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Presently reading.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8DWCZBGNOVEO?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the saga!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NJ3W76ZZMCUU?ASIN=0439023521	Brilliant!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Just thought I'd add my two cents in. I put off reading this book for a long time because I didn't want to fall into another fad, but I have to tell you, if you haven't read this book, you're missing out! It was engaging, fantastic, brutal, haunting and just plain fascinating! I read the whole trilogy in a week, and it haunted me for weeks. Loved, loved, loved it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IXUDT8KY834E?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't know how anyone could not love this book.  I was just shocked when I saw people give it a 1 star.  This book was a total page turner. You just never knew what was going to happen next; I loved it.  I just finished the book, and as much as I love amazon, I can't wait to get the next book; I am going to run to the book store to get the next one right away!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R115G07ZBD06LX?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games - Intense, suspenseful, and a must read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book kept my interest from start to finish. I just couldn't put it down to save my life! The survival scenes were very suspenseful! My heart was racing as if I were in the games myself! When I finished this book, I immediately purchased Catching Fire (the second book in the trilogy). Collins has done a wonderful job with this book and I highly recommend it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HLAIMDRFIB8K?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">:)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NUB1HZK76I8S?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A+</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1J3QDMZDS5DJU?ASIN=0439023521	Imaginative	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book started and continued in ways I did not expect.  I really enjoyed it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33QB7IBXC2EVZ?ASIN=0439023521	Keeps you on the edge of your seat and up till you finish	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had heard so much about these books. So many people loved them. I wasn't sure I would read them or not. But the movie is coming out this month so I figured I would read the first one before going to see the movie.<br/><br/>I am so glad I read it. It is very well done. It keeps you reading, I didn't want to stop after a certain point because I didn't want to leave the characters not knowing what would happen. It does have some hard spots in it but I felt like it was done in a way that didn't seem too gory. I hope they do a good job on the movie.<br/><br/>One thing about the book is it left it flat in the middle of the book! I feel like I am standing on the edge of a cliff looking down wondering where to go next. I don't have book 2 yet and I am ""hungry"" for it! It is my 13 year olds turn to read it. I am going to get him to post a review on our school website as a guest post. I can't wait to find out what he thinks about it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KRV7BP9GNY10?ASIN=0439023521	Good Introduction to the Sci Fi Fantasy Genre	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A friend gave me this book to read.  I was not sure what to expect.  I used to read a lot when I was a kid but not really at all until I got this book.  The unique story, edge of the seat action and wanting Katniss to survive and win--really got me hooked and into reading again. It is not so unreal that it could not happen and with the bararics of Man's past when overbearing leaders take control--it is possible in the future.  It is written well for adult reading but young enough for young adults too, I think that is what got me going is that I could read it without trouble and enjoy reading and the story.  If you are one that has never read Sci Fi or the Fantasy genre, this is a good introduction and might change your mind and stories like that.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R325SRAY0OH064?ASIN=0439023521	An average book - its success is probably due more to marketing than anything else.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book, while engaging was utterly predictable. There are other books that are equally engaging, but that give the reader a more interesting ride through depth of content, true plot-twists that you can't spot from a mile away, etc.<br/><br/>Its an average book - so not bad, but also not worthy of the hype it has received. Maybe a good book for beginners. I attribute the book's current popularity more to marketing than to anything else.<br/><br/>Read it if you are looking for a book to read, and don't have anything else in mind. But if you already have a list of books lined up, put it at the end of the queue - no need to rush into this one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1E5XKBDTEEJY5?ASIN=0439023521	Riveting and Disturbing, and Makes You Question Our Atttitude Towards Violence	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Although I'm an adult, I read and enjoy a lot of science fiction, including Young Adult sci-fi, and I initially picked this up for that reason. However, as I was reading it, another school shooting was covered on the news, and it definitely impacted my reaction to this book. As is probably well-known by now, the plot of The Hunger Games revolves around a post-apocalyptic society in which 12 districts are pitted against each other by 'the Capital'. One of the ways the Capital keeps the 12 districts from bonding in order to rebel is by annually sponsoring the 'Hunger Games', in which 1 boy and 1 girl, ages 12-18, are chosen in a lottery each year to compete to the death. The survivor is crowned champion and it benefits the entire district. The heroine of this book is Katniss Everdeen, who is forced to fight in the Hunger Games for District 12.<br/><br/>The plot is brutal, covering the grisly deaths of contestant after contestant, and some have questioned the value of a book in which teens are killing each other. But like the best science fiction, this book isn't about the violence - the violence is a way of getting the reader to look at oppression, the ways control is exerted through the media and other forces, and who benefits when groups are pitted against each other. Katniss is a smart survivor, and leads us through her own realizations about these topics as the book progresses. She is also distinguished from many of the other characters in this book by her empathy. So while this book is brutal, I feel the value of the questions it ask about violence, and how it comes about, far outweigh any negatives. An excellent book that deserves the praise it has received, and I look forward to reading the others in the series.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BH91PIIB1T7Z?ASIN=0439023521	what the squirrel sees	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games<br/>Susan Collins<br/>Science Fiction<br/><br/>The world has ended, and the hunger games have started....Katniss Everden is 16 years old and is doing all she can to protect her mother and her little sister from starving. But the one thing she can't protect them from, is the reaping, and when her little sister egts called, Katniss has to make a choice between her life or her sister's.Suzanne Collins has turned this world upside down in her new book, The Hunger Games.<br/><br/>Katniss is a girl with gray eyes, brown hair and breaks the law every day. once, Katniss was wandering  behind houses,searching for food when someone burned a loaf of bread and instead of feeding it to the animals, they gave it to her,and that's how she met Peta, sandy blond hair, and a great baker.  Peta is quiet and has only the skills of a baker how can he possibly win in the games. Haymitch  is a past games winner and is always drunk. he says its to drown out the terrible images of his hunger games<br/><br/>""The hunger games is a action packed,secretive, sensitive, thrilling, heart pounding, amazingly well written book that will draw in any reader from start to finish.I couldn't put it down!""squirrel inc. ""the hunger games is a post-apocalyptic master piece""midg times. this book can be read from ten to ten hundred! in T.H.G. only one can win, but will the girl on fire burn out, or scorch the competition?<br/><br/>  squirrel inc</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WJASXSJENJMH?ASIN=0439023521	Mono tone...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought this Audio book for my boyfriend. I was telling him about the book on a hike...after reading it my self you picture everything as you are in the hunger games. (lame but true. LOL) He seemed interested and has a long commute each day--i read that Audio books are great for the commuters. Its great how the chapters are set up on the CDs, I believe there are 9 disks with this...and its a great price compared to anywhere else! Only thing that I had trouble with, the woman whom they picked to read it. After listening each day he'd laugh at the way she says ""Peeta"". Very mono tone and bland. So if you have trouble with that, I'd try to find a clip to listen to before purchasing. But other than that, the story comes out more than her voice.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15AJQS91PLK09?ASIN=0439023521	Survivor meets Golding's Lord of the Flies	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins tells us that The Hunger Games trilogy was inspired by twin causes in her life: the pain of living while her father fought in the Vietnam War, and the Classical story of Theseus and the Minotaur, which resonated deeply with her psyche. This makes sense. My first impression, however, was I was reading an episode of the TV reality series Survivor, cross-bred with Golding's Lord of the Flies.<br/><br/>I was about 20 pages in when I rolled my eyes and thought, ""Great. Not another dystopian novel."" I'm starting to miss fantasy and science fiction where we get a glimpse of a good future. Recently, I've read Gibson's Neuromancer and Bacigalupi's The Windup Girl. I thought I'd just about had enough of icky post-apocalyptic futures, thank you very much. But I trudged on.<br/><br/>Imagine a future where a rich city-state (""The Capitol"") controls the thirteen districts that once comprised the United States. The story's Heroine, sixteen-year-old Katniss, is from district twelve (formerly the Appalachian range), where the populace is forced to mine coal. A thirteenth district was obliterated by The Capitol in the years that led to its dominance.<br/><br/>As a form of punishment, the capitol puts every child between the ages of 12-18 into a lottery, where one boy and one girl from each district might be selected to compete in The Hunger Games. These games are really a death match between the 24 combattants; the last child standing is crowned the Victor. This is a form of punishment from the Capitol, to tell each district that they can, and will, do anything they like. The populace of each district are subjected to nonstop slave labor. The Capitol can, and will, do anything to dissentors--up to, and including, killing their children. Some premise, huh? You are sure to guess what happens: Katniss is ultimately selected to be the female champion from District Twelve.<br/><br/>So far, I don't sound like I enjoyed the book much. Don't get me wrong: I did. I liked the story, and the love interest with the male champion from Twelve (his name was Peeta) was just innocent enough to captivate me. Katniss's wonder at the extravagance and excess of The Capitol was enjoyable, as well as the series of small victories that led her to be crowned Victor. (You didn't think she'd actually lose, did you?)<br/><br/>Still, a few things detracted from the story. Katniss seems to go into times of desparation that pass ""in a minute, or an hour, or a month."" Collins's description of the heroine's food was not-quite-erotic, full of ""plump berries bursting juice into onto my eager tongue"" and distracting. In general, thought, the writing was solid, if a bit melodramatic. Thematically, the novel seems to beat a tired drumskin: a plucky arrow-shootin' girl makes good, and shows the whole country what she's made of. It's a good, but not a great, exemplar of this plot. Still, I admit, it's a lot of fun.<br/><br/>I saw that some people compared it thematically to Macbeth. Yeah. Right. I recently read where author Jim Butcher said ""[writing comic books] is to novel writing as monosodium glutamate is to classical opera."" By no means is The Hunger Games simply a comic book. Neither, I think, should it ever, ever, be misconstrued as on the same par with Macbeth.<br/><br/>I realize the third novel of The Hunger Games trilogy was just released. I have read it, and will review it soon. These things take time.  For now, suffice it to say that the Hunger Games was an decent, if a bit imperfect, start to a good story. Soon, let you know what I think of the rest of the series.<br/><br/>Four of Five Stars.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VRCD0NCDD918?ASIN=0439023521	Worthy of its Popularity	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is one novel that deserves the popularity it enjoys. Wow, is this book good!<br/><br/>The main thing that makes this such a favorite is the suspense that Collins has woven in. I could not stop listening to this book! I kept trying to find more things to clean around the house to justify listening to it for ""just another hour."" Of course, that hour turned into two hours, which turned into three hours -- needless to say, I finished this one very quickly and my house was sparkling for a couple of days. There is never any part where the reader's emotions are allowed to rest. Like Katniss, I was always on edge, waiting for her next challenge, waiting for the next bad thing to happen. This makes it a fast read. Also, since it's told through Katniss's eyes and the storytelling is excellent, I was completely involved in the story from start to finish.<br/><br/>Haymitch is by far my favorite character, with Katniss being a close second. I thought all the characters were wonderfully done. I got a sense of each of them without being told exactly who they were, what they did, and what I should think of them. Collins lets us draw our own conclusions by giving their personalities through Katniss's eyes and letting the characters' actions speak for themselves. I think this envelops all of the book, actually. She doesn't dumb down the writing just because it's young adult. It's complex, teaches lessons without being didactic, and (better yet) doesn't talk down to the reader.<br/><br/>Another thing I appreciate is the realism Collins brings to The Hunger Games. Problems don't magically disappear and there isn't any forced happily-ever-afters. It's violent, brutal, and dark. Those who are squeamish will have a hard time with this story, but I think it's worth it. For one thing, the violence isn't there for shock value, as is the case for some novels, unfortunately. Rather, it's a statement about the government of Panem and what these people are forced to live with. I like that the characters are forced to work through their problems and actually deal with issues. It makes for an interesting story, the characters are allowed to grow and change, and it reflects the real world. Problems don't just disappear.<br/><br/>The narration of the audiobook is also excellent. McCormick is so talented at infusing her words with emotions and getting the pacing exactly right. The voices for each of her characters are easy to distinguish, even if you're listening to it in the background. Her rendition is so well done, in fact, that I found myself pausing in my chores to just listen to her tell the story.<br/><br/>I highly recommend this to everyone. Yes, there is violence, yes it is dark, but these are parts of the message The Hunger Games holds. This is one book worth reading.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GD2MO50T912D?ASIN=0439023521	This Book is a Collection of Cliches	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am taken aback by the number of people who have given this book a 5 star.  This book is average at best.  I can understand how this book can get you excited if you are 16 or younger and don't do much reading past High School English class assignments, or haven't watched enough movies, but if you are a person who reads and has lived and you still give this book a 5 star than I am shocked.<br/><br/>The book, from beginning to end, feels like the writer had actually written a movie script but turned it into a novel at the last minute.  The scene where Katniss begs Thresh for her life, movie cliche.  The scene where where Clove is trying to kill Katniss, gosh that was sooooo cliche.  I could go on and on but I don't want to give the book away.  All this movie lacked was for Cato to be impelled after falling from something high or a few car explosions Michael bay style from 5 angles and we would have a complete cliche set.  This book will make a horrible movie unless they can deviate from the book a lot and take the cliches out.  On screen you can't hide them.<br/><br/>This book is just a poor rehashing of better books.  Battle Royale comes to mind. The writer was a bit lazy with her writing and it shows on almost every page. When your reader, at least I could, can anticipate everything that is coming in your book chapters ahead, you are doing something wrong.<br/><br/>Hopefully there is less cliches in the other books. But this books is not 5 star material. Not in this world. I give it a 3 because it's average and the writer is a good writer, but just got lazy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15483D49CWV01?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it.. but it's a young adult novel?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Maybe things have changed since I was a teenager, but I keep hearing this book being referred to as a young adult  novel which I think is stretching it a bit.  Young adult fiction is classified as being for 14-21 year olds.  I for one would have never wanted to read this book at the age of 14.<br/><br/>I loved the book and would highly recommend it.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VPUGAS1SAHYW?ASIN=0439023521	WOW! I cannot believe how amazing this book is	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I first picked it up, afraid because I knew it involved killing. 10 pages in, I was satisfied. 40 pages in, I was anticipating. By 60 or so pages, I had completely lost reality. It is so easy to delve into the Hunger Games, the action, fire, love, death, and full on fight to get home and to survive. You somehow know that she will survive in the back of your head (because there are seequels), but reading you find yourself scared, sad and lonely, feeling exactly as she was. This book literally made me sob, laugh, and grit my teeth in anger.<br/><br/>I LOVE YOU SUZANNE COLLINS!<br/>CANNOT WAIT FOR THE MOVIES!!!!!<br/>HUNGER GAMES IS THE BEST BOOK IN THE WHOLE WORLD!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23KPQ2CS7XNI0?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A very good read.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3EXMVVLLT59S7?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">great! love it :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WIUCLCZ0PHYW?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Enjoyed the read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VKWMJK2H42N8?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROJFXZRJ37ED2?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent book!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DX2TAEE12IE8?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love these books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HYM611IE82CI?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very captivating.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SE90N4XXIYUS?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love the series!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YZ8FQXM251N5?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love this series!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VQE21WHVBY7W?ASIN=0439023521	Good story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NQ0O8T968M2N?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best of the bunch</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OD3LKVEKDIDG?ASIN=0439023521	Watch what happens.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Pretty good read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JOK6XIIQ2YLM?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YQSZGVJVXRHC?ASIN=0439023521	I love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">just as promised.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3H0XPCLEV9Y4Q?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Outstanding book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BBVSPR6XFV2P?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1A3LRE8NSV2HB?ASIN=0439023521	Unexpectedly Fantastic!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have to admit I had absolutely no interest in this book based on the plot description, but a friend gave me the series, so I thought I'd give it a try.  Wow, was I pleasantly surprised!!!  Love Katniss as the strong female lead, and the love story was very unexpected as well!  Loved it and can't wait to read the other two in the series!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SPY61QUDHUTA?ASIN=0439023521	Primal yet Riveting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">With over 1000+ positive reviews of this book I probably can't add anything that hasn't already been said, but I was totally shocked.  The first chapter had me utterly confused because I started reading the book without an inkling as to the premise of the story.  Once I realized the story took place in the distant future I was able to plow through the pages.<br/><br/>While the ending didn't surprise me at all, I was riveted to the story and how Katniss would survive the Hunger Games.  I also didn't know ahead of time that this book was the first in a series so I was again taken aback when I came to the cliffhanger at the end.  I will definitely be looking for Book 2.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3849B9RDCECBH?ASIN=0439023521	outstanding	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I listened to the unabridged audio version of this book and was blown away.  I understand why my 14 yr old daughter was adamant that I read it.  I was so involved from the beginning, I couldn't wait for an empty car so I could get back to listening.<br/><br/>The strong female lead is so well done.  She is strong and self-sustaining, but you are never allowed to forget that she is a child in a fight for her life.  She is equal parts crafty and cunning to humble and shy.  Excellent character development.<br/><br/>The story line has the right balance of violence and tenderness to keep the reader hooked.  I'm looking forward to actually reading (not listening) the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTUT3QH75P09V?ASIN=0439023521	LOVE!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I first picked up this book after seeing it on a list of recommended books at the library. When I started reading, I literally could not stop. The feelings, the emotions, actions and stories of the characters are absolutely wonderful.<br/><br/>I don't have a whole lot to say about this book, I just want you to read it. Please read it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17H43683F1R4P?ASIN=0439023521	All Ages Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book should not be labled ""teen fiction"" as it will keep people who might really enjoy this series from reading them. It is nice to give girls a strong female hero so maybe as an adult female I can identify with her too. This was a great new premise and a book I couldn't put down. I then moved on and finished the next two sequels.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QUSPGOXOYAER?ASIN=0439023521	Chaos, Desperation, Danger: Great book for Kids!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I cracked this book open, I expected an amateur ripoff of one of those Stephen King/Richard Bachman books that pit youngsters against The Road or whatever.  About two hours later, I finished the book and realized my assumption was wrong but also right. The storyline is basic: The heroine is mouthy malcontent teenager, but she has more reason than most: The United States is in chaos, government is random and corrupt, destruction and chaos are at hand. When her sister is drafted to take part in a national sporting event...a trial by death in which there is only one survivor., our gal takes her place. I don't want to do the spoiler thing, but the ending is surprising and satisfying. The book is nothing we haven't seen before...I'm pretty sure I saw Arnold Schwarzennegger running for his life in a similar situation at the movies.  But it's well written and the pace is killer.  I enjoyed it, and I'm so far out of my teens, I'm almost heading back toward them.  If you know any kids you want to interest in books, get this to them.  Stephen King books, most notably ""Christine"" are also a good way to entice teens into the world of books.  ""The Hunger Games"" is a very quick, easy read. I'd say it was targeted to a pre-King/Bachman audience that isn't ready for adult-content sex and violence, but is beyond the Nancy Drew teenage eunach level. Just enough death and destruction to make things interesting. This just might convince a kid that books are worth the time it takes to read them.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SVOTWFF0ZM9L?ASIN=0439023521	Underwhelmed	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought this was a good, not excellent, book.  It was a quick read (3 days).  I felt it was a solid sketch of a story, but I was left wanting.  The book felt like a draft, not a finished book.  (And I'm not referring to the fact that it had a bit of a cliff-hanger ending; I mean the whole thing felt like it need to be fleshed out.)</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1053B1XRBIXRJ?ASIN=0439023521	.... speechless	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">the hunger games is a suspenseful..and spine chilling novel<br/><br/>catniss and peeta go through many ups and downs. but the most fearful challenge of all is the hunger games itself.just when all hopes gone Collins turns it around. both scary and sad filled i recomend this book to anyone ... but as long as ur up for thr challenge urself</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VXT2ZHOCFCTE?ASIN=0439023521	Extremely well done	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Just finished The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins.  It's the first book that I've read by her, but I look forward to more.  The characters were instantly real, the backdrop was dark and well thought out, and the plot (while very dark) was totally believable.  A great book without question.  Don't hesitate to pick this one up.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROVS8LQAB2XC1?ASIN=0439023521	Review from The Neverending Shelf	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Review in 75 words or less: At the end of this novel, I had to ask myself ""Why had I not read this sooner?"" Short answer: I believed that it could not live up to the hype. However, it did. The novel is filled with excitement, action, emotions, and so much more. I honestly believe that there is a little something for everyone in this novel. This novel is dystopian at its best, and is a definite must read.<br/><br/>Final Verdict: I was very pleased with this novel. It is definitely the best dystopian that I have had the pleasure to read in a very long time. If you have not read this novel yet, be sure to add it to your TBR pile. It is that good.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2P7A6U1WUPEV6?ASIN=0439023521	Unreal, Scary, Believable	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I originally balked at reading this book.  But once I accepted the premise, which was that kids were brought togeether to kill each other for everyone's entertainment, than I was all right with it.<br/><br/>I was sort of disgusted by the whole thought, but the story was well written, the characters well defined and developed.  I wasted no time after the story, and went right to the second one.<br/><br/>I think that the love story between Peeta and Katniss was a little far fetched.<br/>Spoiler alert:  They both win the games.  Didn't happen any other year.  So we can have two star crossed lovers.  Sort of unoriginal of a story line</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SEZT4FOH2FAK?ASIN=0439023521	Nice Surprise.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I picked this up because as a writer, I just want to know what makes those ""hits."" Even though it's a teen book, this thing will appeal to adults just as easily. I'm a 46 year old man and thoroughly enjoyed it.  The concept was very fascinating and the action satisfying. She creates a world that will transfer very well to the movie screen. I gave the book to my daughter and she devoured it. Congrats to Mrs. Collins on creating a crossover book that doesn't involve vampires! Book two seemed to be too much of a re-do of book one. But book three is a good finale to the story. Once you read this, you'll be hooked to go the rest of the way.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3M2OW0DNNKRGJ?ASIN=0439023521	amazing.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought this series sounded really strange and I was not interested. I went to the beach and decided to pick up the first book and I COULD NOT PUT IT DOWN!! I had to immediately get the second and third. Now I can't find a book that I can enjoy as much as I enjoyed reading these. You really escape to different world.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HR3GOKPQPNBC?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">love it, got all</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IMGZE9RSSGCG?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very interesting</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVZ92EQ6S3SXL?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROI6H6YFYPGYQ?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9UELRY31GYPG?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved this book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25C12V81MEIKI?ASIN=0439023521	Its beyond 5 stars!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's amazing!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CQC0Q7S9JLHP?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great deal!!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R181XTUMLPD8HU?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved this movie</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1940BRLKZ0QEN?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent book!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27BWM2JUDAB8W?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Enjoyable story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32V1RADDTBA2F?ASIN=0439023521	good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Such a good book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ORKR4F2ZQY4Y?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I never seen yet</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKZ6M1SY0XEZ8?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">was a good book!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQ8SHBXMP1QN6?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Its a good book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2P76341TT2TBL?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love this series</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1D9GTCFFWDHCJ?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">fun book to read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NTIF79U7P5X2?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good story line!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3A3AKWLEH3ZJ6?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love this book!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZ117S7O4ZG0J?ASIN=0439023521	fun read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Quick, fun read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Q2WCJ3O7OZVZ?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is so catchy!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VC9UNSLTKO2T?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent Book!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R109LTLADXLMJH?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fantastic book!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R186D689GNORF3?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">excellent series</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GYP12BV02EDN?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love this book!g</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RAHWQ5RY43USP?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love this series</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OBGCT1CW6TTR?ASIN=0439023521	Let the Games Begin	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A friend recommended this book.  At first I discarded this book as another young adult book at teens and soon mothers would ban wagon like the Twlight series.  But after a slow start the book picked up and I could not put my Kindle down.  I just wanted to keep reading on to see what would happen to Katniss Everdeen.  The concept of the Hunger Games is very disturbing to say the least.  None the less Suzanne Collins did an amazing job developing Katness' character.  The ending was not a disappointment.  I jumped right into the second book.  If you're looking for suspense look no farther ... don't delay ... READ this book ...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22EZZ39WJUYJ4?ASIN=0439023521	riveting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I heard about this book from my roommate, I'm not really a book person, so I was skeptical that I would like this one. I started reading it and I was instantly drawn into it, I couldn't put it down, it was riveting! I'm a fan of the twilight series I like the action with the romance and this has a lot of action/adventure with the perfect amount of romance. Though, at the end I feel like the author tried to finish the story and sum it up too quickly. I would've liked it more detailed and slowed down. You can't finish the character's lives in 2.5 pages. Loved it, recommended it to all my friends and can't wait for the movies!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9O4JHM9CTSES?ASIN=0439023521	mediocre	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">its mediocre, but sometimes that's what you want to read after a long day at work.  If you want something easy, mind numbing, and for kids then this is for you.  I'm not being a jerk, sometimes I like to read similar things or just zonk out and watch TV without thinking about anything.  If that's what you like to do, or have kids, then this item is for you.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WHKO8R7GXQL5?ASIN=0439023521	Difficult to rate	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">With all the hype surrounding this book and the movie, I decided to read (screen) the book before allowing it into the hands of my 12 and 13 year old children. The book has a couple of redeeming qualities. First, it does an excellent job proving out the depravity of mankind. It is not hard to imagine that some the concepts in this book could become reality (in some ways they already are). Second, in a world without God, it makes perfect sense that the characters are disillusioned, dysfunctional, and have no problems with killing each other. These are lessons worth teaching children, but this book is probably not the best way to do that.<br/><br/>This book is about children killing children and it's about the failure of their parents and/or adults standing up to defend their children (for fear of their own death). It's about a teenage girl offering herself as a substitute ""sacrifice"" for her 12-year-old sister with no intervention from the girl's mother or from ""friends."" This book suggests no hope, no moral lessons, and nothing of redeeming value save learning what a godless, depraved society might look like. The popularity of this book and the movie make it clear why we see so many incidents of children killing children in our society today. The children who perform these acts have no hope. Who will tell them there is hope? I recommend reading the Bible instead. It's got lots of killing, but there is a redemptive message of hope thread throughout for those who are willing to accept it.<br/><br/>My children will not be reading this book, nor will we see the movie.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZBHSDDY8JFSB?ASIN=0439023521	Done before, and better	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Interesting premise.  The author has claimed this came about as an odd convergence of ""Survivor"" and the Iraq war. But this is obviously nothing more than an Americanized ""Battle Royale"", with what I assume the author believed was more flesh and thought.  However, adding a detailed, moment-by-moment narrative does not do that.  It kept just enough momentum (when I skipped over the drawn out details) to make me finish it.  However, as often as not it worked well to put me asleep on several occasions.<br/>Characterizations are inconsistent, the main character fluctuating between around ten and thirty years old in action and attitude. It was somewhat disconcerting and distracting.  Also, there is no real feel for the main character.  Perhaps she is meant to be emotionless, but that carries over to the rest of the book.  During what I assume was to be one of the more emotional scenes, all I could conjure was ""OK, lets get on with it..."".<br/><br/>The dystopian feel is entirely contrived.  While this is oh so obviously intended to make the reader detest the government, I was more disgusted with the thought of parents overtly willing to allow there children to be sent to almost certain death.  This is perhaps good as quick entertainment and a mindless read to spend time.<br/><br/>This a served to pull me out of the dystopian/post-apocalyptic genre.  Overall, not a good read.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6R5X1NWHPQQB?ASIN=0439023521	What a great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As soon as I opened up the book Hunger Games I could not put it down. It was brilliant. I felt for the characters, especially the narrator Katniss. Rooting for her the entire time while she was in the Hunger game. The friendships made in the game had me moved and at some times I had a hard time reading the book with out almost crying :P I don't usually do that on books. It really got my emotions!<br/>It is really hard to say stuff without spoiling it for others, but it was a great book! I can't wait until the next book, I can't believe how it ended I wanted to know more! I wanted to Know what happened next!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHTZFUXF8FMZW?ASIN=0439023521	Just okay	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The premise is cool, a future sci-fi America with gladiator youths. But Katniss drives me nuts. She's such a puppet. She is so self-absorbed she thinks every little thing must have something to do with her. The worst part though is that she never changes. There is no character development for her. Boring.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9LEUYFAD5FH9?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought the book because of the hype. I kept reading it because the hype was real.  If you've seen the movie before reading this I feel sorry for you because the movie is sure to soil some elements the imagination would more naturally develop otherwise.<br/>Great read for any young adult or adult looking for a fun and exciting read that meshes romance with tragedy. Don't let the word Romance discourage you though (guys).  As a man, I can say it wasn't only a ""chick"" kind of romance novel. Let the title be your key indicator here. How do you mesh Games, Death, and Starvation with Romance?</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R236NRUHT9NACK?ASIN=0439023521	Lord of the Flies - Jack's group grew up	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it. I get tired of the same old, same old story lines. This was unique and challenging, not in the text itself, but the content, one needs to get past kids killing kids. I read it like Lord of the Flies in the future and on steroids. (cliche I know) It's like Jack's tribe grew up and took over.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39EBRLFD7QWVE?ASIN=0439023521	Twistedly Addictive	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was recommended to me by multiple friends so i finally gave in and decided to read it and i must say im glad that i did! in the beginning i had a hard time with the style of writing. the author kept switching back and forth between past and present and not in a very fluid manner. However by chapter 6 all resistance was futile. I was so impressed with the author`s imagination that i always had to know what was going to happen next. I couldn`t stop thinking about the characters and the story! This book was definitely worth my time. The entire trilogy was for that matter. A must read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32BF4WI0X5RBX?ASIN=0439023521	Sheesh! It's a teen novel. I feel like I've been hoodwinked that I bought it.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't know it was a teen novel; though, I figured that by the first few pages. I finished reading it since I thought there might be something to it because of the movie. But, it was substanceless teen stuff. I don't hate that I spent my time on it, but at the end, I thought, well that was stupid.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29105OJ8A9JQ4?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">its a good book</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3E3TIGEZTJKYI?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RL7UEIQ69J8X8?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KRDK9Q56XKM7?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Glad I got this</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OP6TTX16U0W7?ASIN=0439023521	Love The Hunger Games!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome series!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R185T10D59LWSX?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent Story</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LQ7IVQEEY4JT?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very good story</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38QJRWYJJHATE?ASIN=0439023521	good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very good book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JZDXKD791CHD?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing read!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GKNLQGKAJYVQ?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved this book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QTJAERLK5LKK?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love the series</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RC2RROS3MHYB?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love this book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R117GJ622SKOCH?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved the book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NJC3V01143HK?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUOKRC9F0DMQ4?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love this book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1X8LGTJGP4CSX?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">LOVE LOVE LOVE!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMXNQV58ENS34?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love this book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHNUGKRHPDMXU?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great as always</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TAFIY7P0GI4G?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Really like it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GRZ56UQ68XCS?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved this book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WGYDT387X3V6?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">excellent read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WK248PYNMM36?ASIN=0439023521	Great for a guy who's never watched reality TV	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I stopped watching ABC, NBC, CBS and FOX when reality TV came out. Oh... I like my TV but I had no interest in Survivor or Big Brother or American Idol (long live Mad Men, Breaking Bad, Burn Notice, Suits, Royal Pains, etc.). So Suzanne Collins took a TV genre I loath and wrote a book that takes place within such a TV genre. Brilliant.<br/><br/>I have seen enough 5 minute snippets to know there is voting and ways to help contestants out. I was stunned (impressed) that an author could make a teen-book centered on the slaughter of 23 children. Impressive... Creative... Brilliant....</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HX6GB5YWWDAD?ASIN=0439023521	For Teenage Girls	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I downloaded the Hunger Games, without knowing anything about it other than it was being made into a film with the wonderful young actress Jennifer Lawrence. I'm a 61-year-old man. This is a book for teenage girls who can imagine themselves as Katniss Everdeen, the heroine of the book - evolving, active, unsure of her feelings but secure in her abilities, kind, just, and finding love. The story is relatively simple: after a rebellion, 12 surviving districts must pay tribute to the Capitol by sending two of its children to fight to the death as a sign of submission to the state. Only one would survive and reap the riches of survival. Katniss, 16, takes the place of her 12-year-old sister, who'd been chosen by lottery (thank you Shirley Jackson). From the very beginning there is no question that Katniss will survive; the only suspense is manufactured danger and process: will Katriss be able to kill her competitors (only in righteous justice), will she be injured (slightly, and not permanently scarred; and will she fall in love with her district partner. For me, there was only one surprise, and that was the origin of the dogs that attack in the action climax.<br/><br/>The book ends with an eye toward a sequal. Teenage girls are probably in thrall at the prospect. I'll pass.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2H8R4MLSF45IV?ASIN=0439023521	This is the trilogy you've been waiting for	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games was recommended to me by a family member who usually has a very different taste in books than my norm.  I'm glad I put that aside and read the series.  The story is engaging, full of twists and turns and characters that the author was good enough to allow to be imperfect.<br/><br/>Don't start this book if you have a tight schedule because you won't want to put it down until your finished and can get the next book in the series.<br/><br/>In many ways this trilogy speaks to the unrest we see today in not just the U.S. but throughout the world.  Be careful who you trust!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BW0JWQAAU1FL?ASIN=0439023521	Quick and Entertaining	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This story is exciting and fast paced and hooks the reader from the start. The novel is not exceptionally well written, but includes enough twists and turns and is easy to understand and follow and has thus appealed to readers young and old. It kept me reading and I was entertained throughout, but it is fairly predictable and the characters other than Katniss are shallow. If you're looking for an airport/airplane book, this is a good choice. If you're looking to do some fictional heavy lifting, I would keep looking. I am, however, interested to see how the movie turns out.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SP0V221PBW8T?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't know why I waited to read this. I should have jumped on the band wagon with this book when it first got hype because it is fantastic! I only began reading it when my fiance did because she just picks books at random and we were talking about it and I just had to pick it up.<br/><br/>I'm very happy that this book doesn't cut back to extensive back stories and sticks with likable characters and a fantastic plot that doesn't stop. It makes the book non-put-downable. And it has been a while since I've had a book like this. I can't wait to dive into the next of this series.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12PPCWIWPT4YM?ASIN=0439023521	Old man and the sea for a new generation	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book and marveled at the simplicity of the language but, at the same time, how evocative it could be.  Captures the despair and the hope of a teenage girl in an impossible situation.  The writing and plot are so lean it reminded me of, well, Hemingway.  Is that sacrilege?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FUS7H7VUDD9E?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've had a hardcover copy of this book on my shelf for months.  Now, after finally getting around to reading it, I can't believe it took me so long. Other people here have written synopsis, so I'm not going to bother.  I just have to weigh in with the hundreds of other readers who gave this book 5 stars.  If there was a way to give it a higher rating, I would.  I loved everything about the book, the plot, the characters, the idea. . . it kept me up all night because I couldn't stop reading.  Now on to the second book.  You can bet I'm not waiting to start that one.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22Y1Z8D6PP7SA?ASIN=0439023521	Didn't think I'd like it much since I'm older	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Heard all the hype about the books and the movie and had no interest. Then I was offered a free copy if I downloaded the free Kindle app. Figured what the heck. I've always got my iPad in my face anyway. I couldn't put it down. Had a couple nights with less sleep than I like because of The Hunger Games.  Thankful it wasn't more than a couple. I LOVE my sleep; it was that good. Now Amazon has snagged me into purchasing the other two because I want to know what happens. And I won't let anyone in my house watch the movies until I read all of the books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSGDS34KNLNM5?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This has to be the best book I have ever read, it has such an unusual plot, and theres nothing out there like this story. I've made many of my friends read it and their so glad I did. Following Katniss and Peetas love story, or Katniss and Gale's unreachable love story is just so intriguing. I got so excited when the Games finally came into the book and I could NOT put the book down after that. It's so diverse and interesting, I just love it. I would recommend ANYONE to read this, although It may be a little on the mature side for younger children.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BLG5NI9G0CMS?ASIN=0439023521	Another Mediocre Role Model, Another Forced Love Triangle	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I think most of the other low star reviews and intensive reviews online cover this, so I'll keep this short and sassy:<br/><br/>1. Katniss ain't a role model, She's as blank a slate as Bella and as realistic as Anita Blake.<br/>2. The plot is tired and it plods.<br/>3. Nothing about the world building makes a whole lot of sense without backstory that is missing. Even then, I don't think that Panem can be properly explained.<br/>4. The love triangle? No way. Just.... no.... way. It felt completely tacked on, like something the editors demanded.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2X4QFMTLF0UNM?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love this book</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30D4ALUJO9LWM?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great purchase</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AH6C39430P7C?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Grandaughter's</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BXNDEWMPLVKY?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love the books</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QKAH1TH81POZ?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love the book!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R168K10S852VRN?ASIN=0439023521	Action packed.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Action packed.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6JC42IJ5RSS9?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">love love love</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DAYH5859RO8K?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">great read!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJUIHWURI6DCV?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1D41TFRZOUWMT?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fantastic book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HBAWLSKW3WCR?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love, love it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1S83E18UAX3TQ?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wonderful book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4Q4JG12OZHG4?ASIN=0439023521	great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">love the books</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROS14XWYUIPCS?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very enjoyable</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20HX6IFRU7XHQ?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Peetahhhhhh!!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZ1FKWPVKNOI8?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best book ever</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NGTBPUCIUROR?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great reading.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TN958I60G431?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Lovely edition</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TZC4LE8SRBKA?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great Trilogy!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PWMN5AIXPRK7?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">love this book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IO5OXZD2TFAQ?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A great story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HHB5CSJ61WUW?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">love this book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2AQBII0AZTJ3G?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very good book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27QOUQ96P43ZN?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great reading.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRXPDTXEE4TI5?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fantastic book</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZ4TNNAOO42FN?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">GREAT BOOK!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RAL747BCH6O7X?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very good read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Q197Y9TL2NL3?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great Read !!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RQYCJHBLXGNQ?ASIN=0439023521	Decent, But Overhyped	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is a decent light read. The book does nothing new in terms of dystopia future narratives. The only gripping part is the fact that kids are killing one another. If it weren't for the shocking juvenile violence this would have been a fairly flat read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJHJFEZ6VRKG2?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely could not put this book down! The whole trilogy is just fantastic. Collins takes chances and does things (like killing off characters) that most authors would not even touch. It is just such a gripping story, you will keep reading until it's finished.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22Z8CTPWK8BO2?ASIN=0439023521	Story 10; Package 3	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am 3/4 through the story and thoroughly engrossed. However, this is one of the most cheaply made books I've ever purchased. The paper is flimsy, and the binding is not flat. If books are supposed to stay alive at all as a medium, they must feel good to the touch.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19TA8TBOBUXXF?ASIN=0439023521	I love the hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I think the hunger games series are the best books I have ever read I have read them all twice and I still am glued to the pages and smiling and the romantic parts between the star crossed lovers from district 12<br/>I consider this books series to all ages and to people who love romance and action books<br/>I gave this book a 5 star rating because it will keep you glued to the pages till the very last one then you wont be able to wait till you read the two other books in the hunger games series Catching Fire and Mocking Jay</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LQAHJ4OGJ7G7?ASIN=0439023521	Cliched	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book could have been great - it has an interesting plot.... but the characters are very one dimensional and the unfolding of the story very cliched. By the second half of the book the outcome was entirely predictable. Not interested in reading the sequels.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PWH1YT5YTX0R?ASIN=0439023521	BEST BOOK EVER!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I think that Suzanne Collins did a great job instilling suspense in the reader when reading The Hunger Games. The book theme is a little daunting and gruesome to think about but I really connected with the characters and the storyline. I am really excited to read the other two books in the trilogy before the movie comes out. I loved this book. It was literally glued to my hand. I just couldn't put it down.<br/><br/>Going to start reading the book Catching Fire: <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Catching-Fire-The-Second-Book-of-the-Hunger-Games/dp/0439023491"">Catching Fire (The Second Book of the Hunger Games)</a></span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GOXWSXTTF9P3?ASIN=0439023521	wonderful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i was a bit worried when I realized that this book was targeted towards young girls. being a twelve year old male. I actually enjoyed this book. the plot was refined but the only problem is that I keep on reading untill twelve .and never complete my real work</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1U3T9Z0CQ493F?ASIN=0439023521	Very entertaining	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">All my friends were talking about this book so I thought, hey why not try it? And the more I read I couldn't put it down! I know some people don't like the idea of kids killing kids...but come on people it's just a story! I'm thirteen and I found this very entertaining! Although I have to say at the end of the book where Cato dies, I think they drug the whole when's- the- cannon- gonna-go-off was a little to much. That was the only thing that bored me about this book and I can't wait to read the second and third!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7U1G3R8SS3L2?ASIN=0439023521	The Best Read I've had in a while!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was reluctant to read this book because of the subject matter (kids fighting kids to the death). I had several friends recommend it before giving in. Boy, am I glad I did. It is so well written. You will find yourself still reading well past your bed time, just to see what happens next!! I haven't read a book this good in a long while. Make sure you have the second book on hand when you finish this one, or you'll be making time to get by the bookstore before work!! My husband and son have both enjoyed it as well.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1O87OLN7082A3?ASIN=0439023521	Lord of Flies + Robinson Crusoe	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My girls are 11.  They were bored by the first 30 pages and stopped reading it, too much politics of haves and have nots.  I don't think they would have liked later parts of killing and surviving, either.  Some characters are there solely as a murder fodder.  Kids (any) will not understand the senselessness of it.<br/>I enjoyed the book.  I read it to figure out the movie, and they will not be seeing the movie in a theater.  But I enjoyed Robinson Crusoe for the list of survival gears, and the same for this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30DATQOY44NO?ASIN=0439023521	Absorbing and Tension-Packed	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzzane Collins has penned a gripping novel that will have you mesmerized from the moment you start it until you're finally able to put it down hours and hours later.  Sure, you'll go to work tired or be exhausted at school, but your temporary lapses of concentration will have been well-worth it.  This book is a little bit like The Running Man, by Stephen King. Both stories are about a future in our country where people battle to the death to win food.  This book is more intelligent and more memorable.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Q7WF9AI8U9CV?ASIN=0439023521	Unique story with lots of action and suspense	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book has a unique story with lots of action and suspense and you're hooked from the start and you don't get a chance to put the book down. The writing is simple yet descriptive and makes the reader see this strange world from Katniss' eyes. And in the beginning I like Katniss a lot. She's a strong young woman who stands up for herself and protests against this strange government. But the longer the story progresses, I started feeling that she turned into nothing but a whining and being completely annoying girl, still I can get how that can happen to someone being put into her situation (but I still don't like the change and I don't really see why it's there).<br/><br/>Most of the characters felt real to me and the relationships were clear. Although I never ever got that Peeta plus Katniss feeling. There was just nothing there for me and Peeta felt false and manipulative and Katniss was immensely dense and stupid. Everyone in the book kept saying how great Peeta was and that Katniss should be lucky to have a guy like him etc, but I never saw it. What made him so amazing and special? For me it's not enough to tell me a character is amazing, I need to be shown. Give me actions that make me like him.<br/><br/>Another thing in novel that seems very unrealistic to me is the fact that no one seems to stand up against the government. I get that they are living in some sort of cruel dictatorship where a wrong word can make you get killed. But thinking of parents instinct to protect their children, at least a few would do everything in their power to keep their kids from harm. Someone must have been willing to die to stop this madness, even among the people in the Capitol. Surely their must be some sort of organized resistance trying to protest? This lack of action doesn't strike well with human nature.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27UKVBFE9LFS?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it, go read it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing book!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VJYKG8506IU9?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">as described.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3F522A2PNWI9S?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">great reading</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RC0WDFE8VY8GM?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">THIS IS GREAT</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWDM42O9E5WJ2?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome Read!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3E8JIJOJ7EJ6I?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good Read!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKOZ1NEDJI29T?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">love this! A+</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PF85VZPV0V6C?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3M0WVHZ4W7633?ASIN=0439023521	Three Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Saw the movie</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QWZJV4VZT671?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book :)</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/REOS3Z9XILNOV?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great Product</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GZT89OKG1MVL?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great Product</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29D1LPMNLJCN?ASIN=0439023521	GOOD AND NICE	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">GOOD AND NICE</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2G55KXW1CSC10?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good book.  .</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBUVT7Q9CDZTD?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Its great! (:</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1N29V8TGVTL45?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">it was a hit!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36L1AAIARQ4FV?ASIN=0439023521	Three Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As advertised</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31329KKSP2IBO?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Kids love it!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GYP681D6DU29?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RV1DAO8KDMX22?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great reading</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R983TUQT6VJYP?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12R7ZWTLZE1HZ?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Kid loved it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BGAQI8I5OCIR?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">great series!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1M97EEU5SYD89?ASIN=0439023521	Must buy!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome Read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NF2V223L6G8W?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">love the book</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UA3YW1XFKF9V?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15ALYU6A9XOPL?ASIN=0439023521	Three Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's rithmycs</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MR27CVPNZ4IB?ASIN=0439023521	Great aeries	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great writing</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R290BEGFBEQAB1?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35PN9VY1UF1KO?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great Book!!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QW15ZNWLX5AB?ASIN=0439023521	one of the best books i have read in my life.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Got this from a dear friend as a gift. I devoured the entire series in less than a week. I'm going to hit 40 next year, and I have always been an avid reader. I can tell you this is one of the best series I have ever read. Hands down. Phenomenal.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29182D5VDYPI5?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games made me hunger to read more!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A friend of mine gave me this book to read on a camping trip, I wasn't sure I really wanted to read it because I've always read novels, nothing Sci-Fi, or vampires. But she offered and I took it. Once I started reading it I couldn't stop. When I put the book down, I couldn't wait to get back to it. I felt like I was there watching Katniss's life as she was living it. When I was done, I immediately went to the book store (couldn't wait for it to be shipped) and bought Catching Fire.......... Loved it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JK58KZ6ZJTOY?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Spectacular book (and series)!!!  It reminded me of books like 1984, animal farm, and others like it. The story line is very easy to follow and it is an action packed series that made me want to sit and read until I could finish ALL 3 Books!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LICG9PNECTT5?ASIN=0439023521	Lightweight	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When you start a book that involves a challenge with only one survivor -  and write it in the first person, then the result is somewhat given away at the start.<br/><br/>First person writing also (in this case) hinders character development.  We get the ""hero"" character, but others are seen through her eyes, and somewhat shallow.<br/><br/>The book has twists (good) and was an easy read (time to finish was short) but was not the epic that was expected from its hype. Rather shallow.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2S1WD5FHPD0N1?ASIN=0439023521	Don't you hate it when...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">You read the blurb of a book or see a movie preview &amp; you think that it will be really good what a great idea, but after it's over you're completely disappointed at the wasted potential.<br/>Thankfully Collins does not fall into this trap, she really makes the most of a great idea and delivers a tense, exciting &amp; gripping novel.<br/>Just as the Harry Potter books are enjoyed by adults &amp; kids, so will this. With the movie due out shortly this stunningly entertaining book is destined to be a classic.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10JK5WTQAONQJ?ASIN=0439023521	best book of the year	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow. This book is amazing and unlike any other book I have ever read. It is exciting, sad at parts, and keeps you guessing. I can see why it is a best seller. I am a big reader and this is for sure my top book I have read in a very long time.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3H3J38F57TT1T?ASIN=0439023521	Impossible to Put Down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I rarely write reviews on books, but I just had to with this one.  The Hunger Games is such as easy read, and so are the other 2 books in the series.  I literally couldn't put it down.  Recommended it to both my fiance and father and they read all 3 books in record timing.  Easily the best fiction series I have ever picked up.<br/><br/>Every chapter ends in a way that you can't help but start the next.  The characters are introduced and developed so flawlessly and are so unique.<br/><br/>Phenomenal!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SJ1ZY3J0JTD0?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wasn't sure if I wanted to read this book after reading the synopsis, but it came highly recommended by a friend.  So I bought it, and read it in a day.  Easy read and new twists around the corner.  Read all three books, great series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMKKGBOSDJPY6?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games Review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had started reading <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Hunger-Games/dp/B002MQYOFW"">The Hunger Games</a> on my <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Kindle-Touch-Wi-Fi-6-E-Ink-Display-includes-Special-Offers-Sponsored-Screensavers/dp/B005890G8Y"">Kindle Touch, Wi-Fi, 6"" E Ink Display - includes Special Offers &amp; Sponsored Screensavers</a> because it was recommended by friends. I started out thinking that it would just be one of those books that people over react over but as I started reading, I couldn't put it down. All of the twists add to the list of many things that make it a great book. By the time I was finished, I wished it hadn't ended.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19VXIY0Q5XA3A?ASIN=0439023521	Obsessed with this story!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This has quickly become my ALL TIME favorite book! The entire series is incredible for young adults and older adults alike. I have listened to it twice on audiobook and now I want the original hardbacks to read and add to my collection! I have never written a book review (or any other review) in my life, but this book is so incredible and compelling, I just had to speak up. If you are reading this because you are not sure if this is for you, it is! BUY IT BUY IT BUY IT!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20VMX7AZ4FE5Y?ASIN=0439023521	Action-packed with a romantuc twist	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is hands-down one of the best books I have ever read, and I am constantly reading something new. In the last two days I read an 1000 page book. Collins has a masterpiece here, once you pick it up, you will not put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R178JPPM0I2NJ9?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R130UAVADQONPL?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A must read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11ILQRGRA1YVE?ASIN=0439023521	Great series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great series</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCWJHWFRVDOMM?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As expected.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2THSW37QYV3FI?ASIN=0439023521	I Loved It	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great Series</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28RJBN39M6QTW?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YZ5BRNH5YT6S?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great series</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R183BUTNT9SUB7?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good read ..</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VW7A1R5TDJ9A?ASIN=0439023521	Works Good!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Works Good!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZX1BT7WYZ8PZ?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Nice quality</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JAEWO8VFCYC4?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HOQ67GNSNXKO?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">awesome book</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KGQ6I9XDVY68?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great books!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CAD72QCWRMJI?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it....</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RO4Z6NZ4Q42SF?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CC9MN9DKJ57Q?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great series</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LU3BWROBO3P7?ASIN=0439023521	good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">awesome book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZFN4TO2R07UT?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RD6587CTCZLDV?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWIEDXAJBR9RM?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Super story!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33Z2KX181P9E1?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">GREAT BOOK!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3EZR4RNXWAUIB?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fantastique!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UMRX6LY1HXYT?ASIN=0439023521	Fully Engaging Plot-Driven Enjoyment	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Ms. Collins's rural sci-fi tilogy, imagining a future not all that difficult to realize, provides a wonderfull venue for any reader to escape for about nine hundred pages. The Author's vibrant, tension filled violent world is found to be completely engrossing, exciting and quite inviting for enthusiastic, page-turning behavior. However, while Ms. Collins' tale of Katniss Everdeen's adventures do not dare challenge the reader, The Hunger Games is whole lot of fun.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37QD34HK0GWY2?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've just finished the third book of the trilogy and I will say I loveeee it! The first book was my favorite though. The games itself was so detailed I could clearly picture it in my mind. Saying that, when I saw the trailer for the movie I was like WHATT that is so not how I picture the characters. But anyways, definately an amazing read and you will be buying the second and third as soon as you finish this one. It's addicting and I'm sad it's over for me.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QYLXSBR6HQH6?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games is amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is by far my favorite book ever! I became very attached to the characters and eager to learn more about their fate.  I love her style of writing because at the end of each chapter, a twist or something new happens and it forces you to keep reading.  I would recommend this book for anyone, boys and girls from middle school to the nursing home!  My mother even read the books and loved them!  I promise you won't be disappointed if you read this book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HQM8KWY4BW1R?ASIN=0439023521	Incredible!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My friend gave me this book before I went on my honeymoon. I never even picked up the book until our red-eye flight back home. I never slept. No matter how tired I was. I just read and read and read. A good book for me, is one that I crave and I can't get enough of. This book is exactly like that. In fact, the entire trilogy is fantastic.<br/><br/>I have turned 5 other people onto this book(and series). Everyone has loved it. I don't think you can go wrong!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PO0CYEP8A6Y1?ASIN=0439023521	Easy fast paced read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loaded this book to my Kindle late yesterday morning and finished it before 10 o'clock this morning. I didn't want to put it down. Even though I am not a young adult, this book kept my interest. I really enjoyed it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GZSB35QWDR30?ASIN=0439023521	Clear your schedule	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fair warning - don't even think about starting this book unless you have a block of time on your hands. You won't be able to put it down. if you liked Ender's Game, or the series Firefly, you'll like this. I don't really see how this can be called a children's book. The whole premise is disturbing to say the least. i've already downloaded the next title, but I won't start it tonight because I am afraid I won't be able to go to bed until I finish it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RT0SLEYZB16R?ASIN=0439023521	Brilliant portrayal of how awful human beings can become	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I waited to read this book, hoping the hype would die down over it. I try to have my own opinion about trends, but I have to say, I am like most of the general population who found this books barbaric, shocking, and an awesome read. The book is completely gruesome and though it is a work of fiction, it had a ring of truth about human nature and how sadistic and awful we can be to one another. This book leaves you thinking, long after you finish it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3E95BOUOB9LZY?ASIN=0439023521	Perfect Page Turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Although, while reading I got the feeling that the book was meant for a younger audience, I couldn't put it down. I am now almost 25. This book to me is a perfect combination of Orwell's '1984,' Death Race (the movie) and 'Gulliver's Travels.' It lands you in a future that seems all too real with revolutions, the worlds dependence on nature resources even more so, travels to lands we can only imagine, but have a hint of normalcy at the same time.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BIY22UWWYWJ0?ASIN=0439023521	Wow.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My nephew recommended this to me and I thought it might be too kiddy for me. One of my best friends here at college recommended it a few weeks later and I gave it a shot. It was definitely one of the best things I have read this year. I read through this book in a couple days. Instantly picked up the sequels, Catching Fire and Mockingjay and spent a day each on those.<br/><br/>These books are addictive and well-written. I would recommend it to anybody.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NPA2CMWU5IOF?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My 12 and 10 year old kids just loved this book. They literally read it within 2 days each. Both have moved on through the series and cannot seem to let the books wait even a day... better than their usual ithingys !! Yeah!! Another win for books (first there was Harry Potter - now there are the hunger games).<br/><br/>However I caution to add, that they don't pull punches on the violence... it's in there, and in your face when it happens...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R67OFSIA28R2H?ASIN=0439023521	None	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">oh my. i love this book. we read it in class and i decided to read ahead like everyone eles is doing and i love the hunger games trloggy. i think they chose the perfect carecters for the book t be in the movie. i havent seen the movie yet but i cant wait i have whached dozen of hunger games stuff on YouTube. yayayyaayyayayayayayayaayayayyayayayayaayayayayayaayayayayaya. plz if u have any qustions on the books im sure i can help answer them.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VCX538L8G764?ASIN=0439023521	Simply amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is not a book I would of necessarily read on my own...it was suggested by a friend who works in our school's library. From the moment I started the book I couldn't put it down. I read it in two days and moved on to the second book, ""Catching Fire.""  Ms. Collins does an amazing job of bringing life's lessons, love, and conflict into such a wonderful piece of literature. I'm telling all my friends to read it and pass it on to the kids!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DTU519FPN02V?ASIN=0439023521	Best book you will ever read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Oh god i dont even know what to say! The Hunger Games is the only books i will ever love this much!!! I could NOT put any of the three books down! ---Sarah&lt;3<br/>May the odds be ever in your favor.<br/>Peeta&lt;3</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RAXONKCDL0U8D?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I purchased this book by the recommendation of several friends and I have to say that it is an awesome read, so much so that I ordered the second book upon finishing this one! I couldn't wait to turn the page. In fact, it only took me 1 day to read it because I was so consumed! It's full of action, love, friendship, and gives the importance of family and home. A little bit for everybody. I would recommend this book over and over again!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RHC92OMULMC5?ASIN=0439023521	3 Reasons for Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I can tell you that each book amazingly gets better than the last, how im not sure.<br/>For One The words flow and pull you in the story.<br/>As if your the lead character in the heat of the moment.<br/>Secondly nothing is perdictable.<br/>I was never able to guess what was going to happen next.<br/>Third Katniss is not your typical heroine.<br/>By that i mean she is human and realistic.<br/>She has the capacity for good or bad just like you or me.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12QQOKWVP3GUL?ASIN=0439023521	grandson, age 13, couldn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am reviewing this for my grandson, as he was constantly reading it. He was introduced to it in school, but alas they took it away from him, as he was reading it when he was supposed to be paying attention to the teacher, or doing his classwork. I purchased it for home reading as he couldn't read it in school anymore. I had to get the rest of the series as he finished this one really fast. I am glad to see him wanting to read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Q9X5XSJ4ELB3?ASIN=0439023521	Absolutely Invigorating!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is fast-paced, easy to read and will certainly keep you on edge. I could not put it down except, I had to stop some times to just say, ""Wow!"" or to catch my breath because it had me so nervous.  I have never liked a book well-enough to write a review, so hopefully that says something! I highly recommend this book, especially to young adults. Forget Twilight, this is the strong-female lead character young women need!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LGOUQXY2W826?ASIN=0439023521	Not that good - I wish it were	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was an average sci-fi book.  Not the most creative story and overall not that gripping.  I only learned after reading it that the book was written for a younger audience but it does not matter how old you are with this book - it's just simply not a great book.  There are so many other books of this genre that far more interesting, entertaining and better written.<br/><br/>I don't recommend it to the true sci-fi buff.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DJAK22UPU3RL?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book!</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Q89XIS2RGN4H?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UGZ7NG12BICB?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVJWB4P1A6MCY?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it :)</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HO8ESD605XB1?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great Bookl</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3U10NXX2V94U4?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3ACBR4O4L6RLS?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great movie</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KWBR33BUN2MD?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great  Book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25GB9ONAZN289?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16VAKGCET9P2X?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very good!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNTQ3Y2VFWI9Q?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SQAC319SF7UL?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JDEV82OCCDWT?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VCOM2IN5GE4W?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great books</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHY3F36ERIISA?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great Read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1X533T5INGIWO?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved them!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1AU0YOR5RGCUD?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">works great</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKD9TXCTQEBJ?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2307R5NTDHBVU?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great movie</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34JJAS74XHP38?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">as promised</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2G1X2HE8JNQC3?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">GREAT BOOK!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MWRZE50GSOXM?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UTY9NG07LPS1?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SSPCS4Z4Q9QD?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">great book!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3EBMCY99AFAV7?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Interesting</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ADK21GIAPL1R?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7JSW9JJY2JZJ?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/REUZPXCCFMWPX?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OL8WWF8OVBM7?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">great story</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROWCOU6MFK8WR?ASIN=0439023521	Three Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">to thin....</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JBF4GDMYAYMJ?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IZLA2NAMBX4I?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PC882GEQRKR?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">very clever</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34R0QF3EDZOSJ?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great Book!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMISHTATM42B7?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good movie!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2G0HZ18OM1YL8?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesomeness</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RM6GW91XTZFN3?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">great story</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RU308DK3MDANR?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A good read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R83BBQMFRFXA9?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A good read</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OLGMSNJBBS1W?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23VLEVV6TJ333?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">great books</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QWLT1P1T1BWD?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BITRWKPPS5J1?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17WZSYGF7L4T4?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">great book!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10FLXYCDIE8CZ?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VLTTFJUSV815?ASIN=0439023521	can't wait for the next one	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HQ0STHZOE161?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35D1H5IL1Z88N?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Speechless.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1G3XLDAJP5KE1?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great Book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36UK1UOFC3U4X?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The movie was great, but it's amazing how much Hollywood has to leave out to make their two hours. If you read this first, you will leave the movie thinking about how much better the book was. Don't get me wrong, the actors did a great job! I very much enjoyed the film! It's just explaining to my friend afterwards about how the book was so much more detailed......well....gives a big hint! Definitely check out both of them!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YP82BM7JQ5PQ?ASIN=0439023521	Fast-moving, easy read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a quick, easy read. I know it's targeted for young adults but there is a good deal of violence, so you should know your own child's sensitivities before you hand this over to them. I think by 13 or 14 most kids are fine to read it, but I know of many 11 and 12 year olds for whom this might not be appropriate. The lead character is very likeable and it's no surprise this is being adapted into a motion picture.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1APAN54ZFT2KY?ASIN=0439023521	Customer service	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've heard so many great reviews about ""Hunger Games"" that I couldn't wait to read it. I checked with Amazon and found the book being sold by Mundo de Ofertas. I expected it in 7-10 days. I got it in 2 days and the book looked like new.  I recommend them highly. Their service was excellent and I would give them 100%. These days getting good customer service is rare. Mundo de Ofertas really delivered the goods. Bravo.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RS5918HMLQ3AF?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is one of my favorite books ever!! I am 10 years old and though people say this Is ""inappropriate"" it wasn't at ALL. I like how katniss is a strong female character, but personally think that her sister prim is whiny and useless. I like dystopian society type of books, and if you like THE HUNGER GAMES trilogy, you should read:<br/><br/>The MACHED trilogy<br/><br/>the DIVERGENT trilogy<br/><br/>THE GIVER</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WA3PD309WRR5?ASIN=0439023521	OK, I was wrong to wait.........	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Everyone over the last few years who kept telling me to read these books, was right, and I was wrong.  There, I said it:)  I put it off forever because I just didn't find them appealing, however, once started I could not stop.  Sat up very late reading book one--and was so happy I had my Kindle for instant gratification in purchasing book 2 and book 3.  Excellent, action packed, stories--sorry I waited so long:)</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RB0H745BTRGR?ASIN=0439023521	You don't know what's coming....	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games makes me excited. When I read the book, I'm always trembling with excitment. In the book, you don't know what's coming. In some books you know when somebody's going to die or win a game. In the Hunger Games you don't know what's going to happen because the author makes things crazy at times and simple at times. You never know which one it's going to be. That's why I couldn't put the book down!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RK9G5V2C8SM98?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastically written but a total rip off from Battle Royale	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My problem with this book isn't the editorial issues (or lack of). I thought it was well written, but when one has no plot to conceive themselves, I can imagine focusing on the actual writing isn't too difficult. I'm not going to go into all the reasons as to how it is a rip off- they can be found on google (somewhere amongst the pathetic articles staunchly defending HG, listing things like 'one is set in Japan, the other North America' as valid reasons!) or by watching/reading BR. I would have had so much respect for the  author had she admitted to stealing the idea and marketing the book as a western remake. There are differences which would lend it to such a move. The BR act was a government initiative used to create fear, where as The HG could be seen as commenting on the way reality TV is taking over our lives, and as consumerism progresses to Western hegemony as a paradigm, The HG could be the outcome. It's quite a clever spin on the idea.<br/>I definitely think that BR would have benefited from a Western remake anyway, but like other Western remakes of Japanese plots and ideas, e.g. The Ring or The Grudge, Collins should have admitted the idea was not hers, or at least heavily based on BR.<br/>I think it's much harder and shows more skill to interpret an already existing idea which is foreign to us, and make it mean something to our culture than it is to come up with a post apocalyptic world where one gets to completely rewrite the values and norms of society.<br/>But all in all, a good book. However, the thing I enjoyed most of all was the plot, which was stolen, and with Collins' denial of watching/reading BR in the back of my mind throughout, I was just made angry from reading.<br/>If anyone is too dim, lacks the research skills to find the 'similarities', or just denies they exist at all and cares enough to want to take me to task on this, I am happy to list them for you.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UIY5K60IZDU?ASIN=0439023521	Honostly life changing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book honoslty without a dought changed my life. This beautiful piece of art took me into Panem as Katness Everdeen, a strong powerful young women, whom goes I to the games for her sister.  She is put in the arena to fight to the death for the capital to prove there power. Through the journey she becomes character in a ""Star-Crossed lover"" act and ends up winning. Before I read this I was that too cool for school non-read and pritty much had the book jammed I front of my face. That worked for the first few sentinces and I could honostly not put it down.<br/><br/>Again I never read so when I started reading at 1 pm and sat locked in my room until 3 am still reading, I was in love. I ended up having this piece of art torn away from me. I screamed in the reaping, jumped up and down at the roof-top screen, threw the book when Peerage joined the Careers, balled at Rue'S(no spoilers) big sceen....., and fryer again at the ending. Not a joke, I probably missed some too. I was so changed by this book that everyone knew me as the Hunger Games Girl. I had tears fall in class, convinced atleast 35 people to read the book(all ending up loving it), fundraised more books for the school, and became one of the biggest readers in my grade.<br/><br/>*A message to the haters of fearful because of bad ratings*<br/><br/>If you haven't noticed there are haters for everything great known to Earth?! Take a chance to smell the flowers but don't let your fear of bees stop you so to speak. Katness is not dull or boring, shes a great character and is one of the most exciting. This story. Ever stops with excitement. Its not a chick flick like twilight but its not a war story. If you are that fearful, please atleast barrow this from a friend or from the library. Haters will hate but the best wont take. Just putting it out there.<br/><br/>Don't take the chance of not knowing what you don't understand<br/>With love- Conscience</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UVXGXRWSFUS9?ASIN=0439023521	Even Orwellians Need Some Entertainment	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Although not usually a fan of teen literature (I read enough while a teen), I am a fan of dystopian books and had heard enough about THE HUNGER GAMES to take the bait.  I am glad I did.  Yes, the book is very exciting and both grabs and keeps the reader's attention.  But what I found equally, perhaps even more, interesting was the dystopian landscape portrayed in its pages as well as author's fantastic ability to portray that landscape through only a relatively few chilling lines.<br/><br/>The dismissiveness of main character Katniss Everdeen to the games themselves, and the reasons why, portray in only a few sentences the utter horror of the games and what they represent.  The complete helplessness of those citizens in the various districts, used and toyed with for the comfort and entertainment of the citizens in the Capital, are described in such cold but emotional terms that one really gets it.  The Hunger Games are a way for the Capital to show that they own you, can do anything to you and there is nothing you can do about it.  The district residents are just close enough to always be on the verge of death, whether through starvation, disease or whatever, that they cannot gain enough balance to fight back, but just enough of them are able to remain healthy enough to do the arduously hard labor to keep the Capital's citizens in comfort.  Author Suzanne Collins is a wizard of parsimony in this respect, giving us enough information to realize the deprivation but little enough information to allow us to step into the shoes of the characters, who themselves have very limited information about life outside of their districts.<br/><br/>One particularly compelling aspect of the book is that it provides no explanation for the disgusting moral condition of the Capital itself.  Just how does a society degenerate so much that it considers kids killing kids to be the height of entertainment?  Perhaps this is a commentary on the numbing effects of violence in our own entertainment, maybe combined with the ridiculous popularity of reality television, in which ""normal"" people will seemingly do anything for their 15 minutes of fame.  Perhaps, based on the colorful description of the Capital's citizens (brought to vivid life in the movie), it is a politico-social commentary, as the freak show of the Capital seems largely like an extrapolation of what one can see any day in ultra-liberal cities like San Francisco, whose citizens consider themselves more enlightened than the hicks out in the sticks, but whose comfort depends on those hicks doing the labors of society.<br/><br/>For a book aimed at such a young audience, THE HUNGER GAMES has an awful lot going on underneath the surface.  It heartens me, at least, that the younger generation found itself engrossed in this book.  Maybe if enough of them keep reading, we will not have to worry about a future like this.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R46RUMOBIVRMT?ASIN=0439023521	A Surprisingly Excellent Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was hesitant about reading this book for well over a year because I was so certain I would not like it. It did not seem like ""my kind"" of book. But I read a number of reviews by book reviewers that I trusted, and I figured the time had come to read it when I happened to win a copy of it. And with the upcoming film, I knew it was now or never.<br/><br/>From the very beginning, I was drawn into this book like I very rarely am drawn into books. The writing style was impeccable, and the characters were incredibly well-crafted. It was also frightening when I realized that what was being spoken of could actually happen some time in the future.<br/><br/>I found that I repeatedly forgot where I was as I read (even when I was subbing in a classroom of students), and all I wanted to do was read this book and nothing else. I found myself thinking about the main characters and wanting to know what would happen in the story. I wanted to believe that the author would not allow the unthinkable to happen, but I wasn't sure. And I will tell you that the book does not end how you would like it to end, but it ends the way it should. If the author had chosen to end it differently, I don't think I would even be considering reading another book in the series. I wouldn't even think about it being part of a series.<br/><br/>I am absolutely ""taken"" with Suzanne Collins. She is one of the best authors I have read in recent times. I appreciate the fact that there was almost no profanity of any kind (only one word that I recall, and it was not even that bad). There is no sex (go figure--a YA book with no sex!). And she knows exactly how to keep you guessing. Although the science fiction, futuristic elements are there, everything makes sense. You aren't left wondering why thus and such happened--you know why! The action was mesmerizing, and the unexpected love story was absolute genius! She even has a sense of humor that comes out at exactly the right time.<br/><br/>This is a book that I can unequivocally recommend to anyone who enjoys reading fiction. It makes no difference if you like historical fiction, romance, science fiction, action, or an genre! This should be at the top of your TBR list if you have not read it!<br/><br/>One other thing I would like to add is to thank the author for such a positive message for young people (and everyone)even when dealing with such a dark topic. And the message is resonating with young people. As I read the book, I was asked by so many teenagers about the book. Many had read it and said how much they liked it. It is good to see an author write about a character who stayed true to what she believed and did not forsake her morals. She didn't let anyone change her! Thank you, Katniss!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R387KVNN8YMN0J?ASIN=0439023521	Extraordinary story...changed my view of society	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read alot of reviews, good and bad, before buying  this book. I am so glad I decided to read it.<br/><br/> To those who thought Katniss was dull, boring, cold and/or unfeeling: I found her to be the opposite. To me she was a character who feels too deeply. Is it any wonder she closed herself off and struggled every time her emotions threatened to surface? The reality of life in District 12; growing up watching the games; the loss of her father; the pain &amp; anger she felt when her mother gave up which essentially resulted in the loss of both parents; her only friend an angry boy similarly burdened by a harsh reality; assuming responsibility for her family and herself at age 11; and those are just the highlights.  Collins slips in moments like replacing Prim in the games, her grief over Rue's &amp; Thresh's deaths, her confusion over Peeta and inability to lose the boy with the bread, that provide glimpses into Katniss's psyche proving her to be a character of great feeling. We may not like her coping skills but it makes her more real.<br/><br/>To those who cringed at the violence: welcome to reality.  I too read for pleasure and to escape reality.  But if more of us stopped watching garbage like Jersey Shore &amp; The Bachelor, and started taking notice of the pain and suffering in our own towns, let alone that of people in places like Africa and the Middle East, maybe we could do something about it.  If a new generation of teens reads these books, is able to open their eyes to what's going on in the world and finds it despicable, then perhaps there's hope for a better future than Panem. Escapism is great but we can become addicted and overdose on it.<br/><br/>I applaud Collins' use of the first person narrative. While it prevents greater character development for everyone but the main protagonist and omits details (you can't expect Katniss to know everything about Panem or the other characters), it drew me in almost immediately and held me there while I devoured the trilogy in two days.<br/><br/>I am changed by this story and I am sure I will read The Hunger Games again and again in years to come. Thank you, Ms. Collins.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3E2HU1QZB25DX?ASIN=0439023521	If you read one, you should read them all!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Everyone I know seems to have read or be reading this book series.  Mind you, none of us are in our teens!  ;)  My hubby was passed along the first book to read on a plane ride.  Normally, he doesn't get too interested in books in general since he's more of a video/movie guy.  So when he got hooked, I knew I had to give it a try!  It took me a while to get connected to the characters and storyline.  The main reason being that I'm not really into post apocalyptic, sci-fi reading or excessive violence.  I normally love historical fiction.  That being said, once I got into the storyline, I read the entire trilogy in 2 days.  It had enough of the ""real world"" in it to ground the book and make it interesting to me, with lots of unexpected twists in some parts.  It is not as predictable as you think it's going to be.  The first book can stand on its own, but it's definitely better read as a trilogy.  While the second book is not as strong as the first, it has good parts (my favorite is the development of Katniss and Peeta's bond) and leaves you with such a big cliffhanger that it's pretty much impossible not to immediately want to start reading the third book.  The third book is definitely more dark than the first two with heavy sad parts, etc.  I like that this book really focuses more on Gale to develop his character.  By now, most of us are attached to Peeta since we don't know Gale as well.  Even though this final book is sad in many ways, it is a more realistic approach to what life (and character's personalities) would be like after being exposed to so many different life changing hardships.  So if it would have ended differently, I would have been very upset!  It doesn't sugarcoat things or have a sticky sweet fairy tale ending, but that wouldn't have matched up with the whole theme of the books.  Overall, even though it's not normally my thing, it's an addictive series and I'm glad I read it!  I'm sort of glad it ended because those fictional characters went through so much, it would have been depressing to drag it out longer!  Great series!  Read it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R195LUWWX8LCLJ?ASIN=0439023521	A gripping, engaging, thought-provoking read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">All Katniss Everdeen has ever known is the poverty and hunger of life in the Seam, the poorest part of District 12 in the country of Panem. Panem rose from the ashes of what was once North America, now a shining Capitol that wields an iron control over its twelve districts, with an empty thirteenth left wasted as a warning to any who dream of defying the Capitol's rule. The hardscrabble existence of life in one of the poorest districts robbed Katniss of her beloved father, forcing her into the role of family breadwinner through illegal hunting and trade. When Reaping Day arrives -- the annual event when one boy and one girl are randomly chosen to fight in the Hunger Games -- Katniss's world is rocked when her beloved sister Prim is selected as tribute. With no thought but saving her sister, Katniss volunteers to take her place, catapulting her into the national spotlight. The Games are a brutal reminder of the Capitol's iron control, a world Katniss is determined to survive. In a world that seeks to strip individuals of their humanity and individuality, a world that demands unquestioning obedience and conformity, can a mere girl with an unquenchable fire in her survive? For Katniss is determined not to go quietly into that dark night that the Games demands...<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is a wholly absorbing novel of one girl's fight to survive against a system that has reduced her existence, her hope of a future, to a mere ""entertainment."" Through Collins's relentless, tense, urgent prose we're thrust deep into Katniss's point-of-view. She's an interesting first person narrator -- because of her youth it is perhaps tempting to question the reliability of her viewpoint. But in the end it is the fact that she is such a mass of contradictions -- mature beyond her years as the family provider, jaded, a hardened survivalist, yet uncertain of her own self-worth and unaware of the effect she has on others -- that in the end is what allows one to fully appreciate the horrific implications of the Hunger Games. For Katniss hails from a future where violent death is the biggest entertainment and the greatest weapon the government possesses, where a tribute is reduced to a pawn, their innocence subjugated to society's bloodlust. And the greatest risk Katniss can take is opening her heart to the realization that she is worthy of a love beyond comprehension -- and the greatest rebellion is daring to dictate one's last breath. Collins's first venture into the world of Panem and its districts is a completely absorbing read, a wild, pulse-pounding ride that grabbed me by the throat and didn't release me until the final page. And even then, the power of this story remained.<br/><br/>Collins's invention of the Hunger Games is a searing indictment of our self-gratifying, 24-hour news cycle, reality entertainment obsessed culture, wrapped in a relentlessly thrilling package. There is no time wasted diving deeply into the bleak world of District 12 -- this is a new reality that the narrative drives us to accept in the same manner Katniss and her peers matter-of-factly accept the requirement of tribute and teenage death matches as a simple fact of life. The shock is jarring, Collins daring readers to examine our own culture and its -- dare we think it -- similarities to Panem in the objectification of human life through our entertainment, both reality and scripted, that sterilizes the cost of war, reducing human pain to an arena event.<br/><br/>For all the horror of the harsh reality Collins presents, it's shot through with rays of hope, unexpected moments of light that shine all the brighter for the bleak, repressive regime of Panem with its callous disregard for basic humanity. Peeta, Katniss's fellow tribute from District 12, is a gorgeously-rendered example of humility, self-sacrifice, and love in a world gone mad -- a love so pure, so without reservation, that Katniss simply cannot comprehend it when they first meet. Of course, by focusing on Katniss's coming-of-age journey -- and by association Peeta's as well -- Collins never really fleshes out the identities of their fellow tributes. By making Katniss and Peeta the most sympathetic characters, the ones who capture readers' hearts, it's tempting to forget the cost of their victory -- until we see it etched in the emotional wounds of their hollow victory.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is a challenging, thought-provoking thrill ride. A gripping, well-plotted novel that's nearly flawless in its execution, in its ability to draw you into its world, make you emotionally invested in the leads, and then make you question how you view this story, how many steps our own culture is from the world of the Games, because after all, haven't we been there before with Rome and her coliseum? Bring on the sequel!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VVIL37R6VA63?ASIN=0439023521	A Triumph For Young Adult Fiction	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Originally Written for The Blog Entourage<br/>[...]<br/><br/>Reviewer's Book Blog Wickedly Bookish<br/>[...]<br/><br/>I read The Hunger Games two years ago and have read it many more times since. It is the only book I can truly say I will never get tired of and by far, my favorite book ever. I've recommended this to fellow readers countless times and I'm going to do the same again now. Read this book. Now. Read it before you see the movie, which inevitably will change key elements in order to save on time and keep the rating PG-13. Now, if you've just read this last part and are wondering if this book is appropriate for your kids, I would say The Hunger Games is safe for your older teens to read. If your child under 15 wants to read it, I suggest reading it yourself and then formulating your opinion, and here's why.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is set in the post-apocalyptic ruins of what used to be North America. In this dystopian future, the continent is split up into twelve districts, all controlled by the tyrannical Capitol. Each year, in order to display the Capitol's power, one boy and one girl between the ages of twelve and thirteen are chosen from each district to participate in the Hunger Games on live television. The winner of the Hunger Games, and there can only be one, will be set for life! Vast wealth, fame, and an opulent home in their district's champion's circle are the prizes and all they have to do is be the last one standing. Yes, this is a fight to the death. A survival of the fittest and if one of their fellow tributes doesn't kill them, there is a good possibility they will die of starvation, dehydration, or exposure. Happy Hunger Games everyone, and may the odds be ever in your favor.<br/><br/>So, right now you're probably thinking, ""That's terrible! How barbaric! Why would I want to read this?"" Well dear reader, because it is exciting. The action is engrossing and the deep emotional pull you will feel while reading not only draws you closer to the characters, but also makes you consider the themes on a deeper level. Sure, it's a disturbing concept, however much of popular literature and film are based around the concepts of overcoming disturbing situations and hardships. Think Gladiator, Independence Day, and The Dark Knight. These situations make us band together as humans in a fight for our most basic rights to life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. I dare you to look over the reading for any high school English class and find one book or play that doesn't include disturbingly cathartic themes. Romeo and Juliet, Lord of the Flies, The Odyssey, Julius Caesar, Hamlet, and Animal Farm all of these books are being read across the nation by our teenagers and all have arguably more disturbing concepts than The Hunger Games. So I challenge you dear reader to open up your mind to something that is so much more than much of today's brand of superficial young adult literature. This book will force you to think, to grieve, to love, to pity, and to cry out in triumph for humanity.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3840UDID4Y0T2?ASIN=0439023521	This book won't leave you starving.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">You know a book is good when its name is much more known than the author.  I suppose that's every author's dream--to write a book that stands on its own and becomes a standard household name.  So popular, this book will be released as a movie later this week.<br/><br/>""The Hunger Games"" by Suzanne Collins follows Katniss Everdeen as she enters the games.  She lives in District 12, the lowest of twelve.  Every year, each district must provide two tributes: one male, one female to compete to the death.  The last one standing wins his or her district a year of increased food rations.  So all Katniss has to do is outlive twenty-three opponents.  Sound easy enough?<br/><br/>The story is exciting.  The characters are all different and fun.  These two aspects alone give this book its uncommon success.  The writing itself is just average.  You won't find many quotables beyond what the characters say.  The writing mostly does a good job of staying out of the way so the reader can enjoy the story (a technique I'm good at, myself).<br/><br/>Yet the book does have its slow parts.  Most notably, the first few pages.  Many incomplete sentences.  Even some character's quotes.  When I first picked up the book, I fell asleep around page 4.  If I didn't already know what a smashing success the book was, I might have stopped.  When I asked my kids and friends about it, they replied, ""Yeah, all three books start out really slow, but then they pick up quickly.""  What's funny is that when the action picks up, the incomplete sentences disappear.  And when the action wanes and we see a little respite, the incomplete sentences come back en masse.  I found myself wishing Collins had done just one more round of editing to smooth some of these out and improve the flow.<br/><br/>And I think back to the advice we aspiring writers are given: Grab your readers on the first page.  Perhaps this is easily overcome by an awesome story that everyone wants to read.<br/><br/>Collins chooses to write in first person present, which means you see the action exactly as it's occurring from Katniss's point of view.  This also means that you don't know if she's going to die or not.  You know it's possible for the book to end this way: ""I'm dying.  They won.  Those jerks!""  It's takes a while to get used to this, but then you don't notice it anymore.  The most challenging part of this technique is dealing with the passage of time, and Collins does well.<br/><br/>This is a YA book, so go ahead and let your kids read it.  The book is graphic without going into every last gory detail.  The dialogue is contentious without resorting to vulgar language.  The book concentrates mainly on the story and how people react, as all good books should.<br/><br/>I enjoyed reading this book (after getting past the first chapter), and I'm looking forward to the movie that comes out later this week.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KYVTQCVYA8MB?ASIN=0439023521	Great Plot - Good Overall - Not without its flaws	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A pretty good read with some good plot twists sprinkled here are there. The premise is very engaging and for the most part, things play out to a satisfying end. That being said, there are quite a few moments where some of the characters oscillate to the extreme ends on the spectrum of brilliant to inbred, or characters will say and do things that seem almost unforgivably out of character. The very ending of the book, which I found to be the principal example of this (based on how the main character had acted earlier, there's no way around that). The main character of the novel has the majority of these moments, but then, she's the one in the spotlight much more heavily anyhow. But all of the characters feel real 95% of the time, which constitutes the vast majority of the book.<br/><br/>***Spoilers below***<br/><br/>Things that I really liked about the book<br/><br/>- Great plot, very intriguing. From what I've seen, it IS original, or as original as anything can be anymore, given the amount of literature out there, you're not going to have a book that doesn't have SOME aspect of itself similar to something else. The plot was really what made this a page turner for me, I ended up just wanted to see who would make it out alive. Some of the characters annoyed the living **** out of me from time to time, but the plot was very good throughout<br/>- The good plot twists that happen (some feel forced or can be seen coming a mile away). The wolf mutations towards the end was definitely the best twist of the book in my opinion<br/>- The premise is very bleak, not sugarcoated in hardly any way, and the book is not afraid to go to some very dark and macabre places. Well done<br/><br/>Specific examples of things that drove me insane<br/><br/>- Katniss ruining the end of the book by, after trying to save Peeta's life on several occasions, after trying to save him from the doctors who she thought would kill him (not out of survival at this point, merely because she truly cares deeply about him), and going through hell and back with him (intense hardship brings people together much faster, simple fact of life), Katniss ends up saying ""Oh...Gale...who I haven't thought of for 100 pages...I still might/possibly/kinda/I don't know/maybe love you instead."" I shouldn't have finished reading the last chapter<br/>- Thresh just inadvertently dies. Though they watch the replay of the entire hunger games, you never know what happened to Thresh. Cato just smothered him with a pillow or called him ugly until he died, which Thresh was defenseless against. You can't make a character that has such an integral role 5 pages earlier just vanish into thin air<br/>- This is a minor gripe, but I almost wished the book would've given you more info on the tributes before the competition starts. I find it a bit strange that Haymitch wouldn't go in depth on who the tributes are, what their apparent strengths are, and strategies for dealing with them. A lot of the tributes are just ""that dude from district 10"". Then they die 10 seconds later. Them dying doesn't really have any impact on the reader because they are just faceless numbers. I agree that you can't go in depth on them to a very large degree, because they're just passing by, but I think there should've been a bit more substance there<br/>- The part at the end of the actual arena games I thought was... a bit forced as well. I thought it would've been a much more poetic ending if they actually HAD taken the berries. Since the hunger games are first and foremost scare tactics on the districts, I find it hard to believe that the capital would give two ****s about letting another two tributes die instead of letting go of their pride and unwavering dominion. Then again, this is YA, so that would've been a bit harsh, but this book goes to a lot of very dark places anyhow. I understand the reasoning that was put into the book about why they ended the games with two champions, I just think that it feels forced and not real. It's close, but it just doesn't seem right with all of the horrible things that the capital does. Even if the games ended with no champions, it wouldn't have really done anything bad for the capital, the games would've still had an epic ending and one that people would talk about for a long time. But then there wouldn't be a trilogy</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RF11212IBDH66?ASIN=0439023521	Thought provoking, fast paced. Haven't been this surprised in a long time	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">First, as a kindle reader, I don't purchase too many books any more. I find that I enjoy reading a lot of the free books. Giving new authors a chance. But I took a chance when I heard about this series and I'm about 1/2 way through the second book of the series. This has prompted me to write the review as I honestly can't believe how good these books are. The author's writing literally leaps you into the story where you feel a part of District 12. You almost don't need the movie as for me the books already have done that.<br/><br/>Some might line this up under the genre of sci-fi, but to me it is more a blending of past and a possible future. Although the concept is sickening and barbaric, it is not unrealistic in the realm of what humans will do to each other. More importantly, the author handles it with just the right amount of detail to make it appear in your mind, but not too much so that it is over the top.<br/><br/>The rules of the Hunger Games are simple. In punishment for the uprising against the Capital, each of the twelve districts must provide one girl and one boy, called tributes, to participate. The twenty-four tributes will be imprisoned in a vast outdoor arena that could be desert, forest or water with unbelievable and cruel obstacles controlled by the Capital. Over a period of several weeks, the competitors must fight to the death.<br/><br/>Without giving too much away, it is clear at the end of the Hunger Games that more is to come. The Capital has been made to look bad. I have to say at this point the author could have went in a million different directions, but for me I was really surprised. That doesn't happen to often and congratulations to Suzanne Collins for writing such an enjoyable read. I'm hooked and can't wait to finish the entire series ----or may not, I almost think I'll be disappointed as the characters are so likeable I just know I'll want to keep reading wondering what the far off future will be like.<br/><br/>If you have never read this series I highly recommend it.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWG7MZ08VGYVM?ASIN=0439023521	Let the Games Begin!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have to admit I am not this book's target audience.  As a thirtysomething man, I'm pretty far from this book's target audience.  In fact I wouldn't have bought this except it was on sale and with the movie coming out and whatnot I decided to see what the hubbub was all about.  I was more than a little surprised to find it engrossing enough that I decided to forsake going to bed tonight to finish the last 15%.  I can't remember the last time that happened.<br/><br/>The story itself isn't all that new.  There's been natural disasters and wars and a fascist regime has taken over what used to be North America but is now called Panem.  There are 12 ""districts"" that each supply the Capitol (formerly Denver) with goods and materials.  While people in the Capitol live high off the hog, possessing technology that sometimes rivals ""Star Trek,"" the people of the districts live in practically the Middle Ages.<br/><br/>In District 12 is a girl named Katniss Everdeen.  After her father died, Katniss took over raising her family--her mother and her younger sister Primrose (Prim).  The situation reminded me a lot of ""Winter's Bone"" and like the elder daughter in that book/movie, Katniss is the one who puts food on the table by hunting and foraging with her friend Gale.<br/><br/>Then along come the moment of the Hunger Games.  Each year there's a sort of gladiatorial fight between a boy and girl taken from each district.  The 24 ""tributes"" fight to the death and the last one standing lives a life of comfort, which reminded me of Stephen King's ""The Long Walk.""  When Prim is picked to go, Katniss volunteers herself instead.  (I don't consider that as a spoiler since it's in commercials for the movie...)  Katniss and a boy named Peeta are shipped off to the Capitol where they are eventually herded into ""the arena,"" a landscape that if not artificially created is at least artificially controlled.<br/><br/>From there it's basically like the TV show ""Survivor"" mixed with Stephen King's ""The Running Man"" where the tributes are all trying to survive the elements while also trying to kill each other.  As a skilled hunter Katniss has an edge in that, but she's reluctant to kill human beings.<br/><br/>Anyway, unlike the over 5000 5-star reviewers I'm not going to gush about how amazing the book is.  It's not really.  The writing is plain and there were at least four errors I highlighted on my Kindle.  It's certainly not Hemingway or Faulkner or Proust but then again the book's audience has probably never heard of any of those gentlemen.<br/><br/>So really taking the book at what it is, it is an exciting story of survival and romance.  The romance is a little blah but then I'm a bitter old man (at least to the target audience) so what do I know?  Once the Games begin, it's hard not to get drawn into Katniss's struggle to survive.<br/><br/>One of the things that annoys me though is that she gets a lot of help in this.  It reminded me of Perseus (the guy in ""Clash of the Titans"" for all you kids), who was given all this stuff by the gods:  a magic sword, a shield, a helmet, a Pegasus.  For Katniss it was more down-to-earth things like medicine and food, but still there was always someone to bail her out.  It devalues her struggle a little when she has to rely on the kindness of strangers.<br/><br/>Also Katniss seemed a little dense at times, especially regarding Peeta.  I suppose you could chalk it up to her lifestyle in District 12, but really it was pretty obvious what was going on with Peeta.  Why was she the last one to see it?<br/><br/>Anyway, I'm not sure what the sequels are about and I don't really care.  Maybe they explain why that pin the mayor's daughter gave her was so important?  I thought it must be some talisman for certain rebellious elements, but nothing really happens with it in this book.<br/><br/>Still, even for this bitter old man it wasn't a bad read.<br/><br/>That is all.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Q6FRHCN4GLEX?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic Start - Hard to Beat	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Unique, strong, and well-written. So rarely do we find the winning combination of fascinating plot, sustained suspense, and developed characters that this first installment offers!<br/><br/>To begin with, the first few pages of this novel are outstanding. It's a brisk, impactful opening that's individualized enough to inspire my investment, but localized enough to make sure it doesn't answer too many questions too immediately. This is a textbook example of the start-in-the-middle kind of opening I love to find, and it's an excellent way to begin this series. Fantastic.<br/><br/>The premise of this story is both fascinating and tragic, which is an excellent start. But beyond that, it's meaningfully explored and maintains that fascination throughout the novel. Judging from the perspective of a writer myself, this is on my checklist of ""Things You Must Find in a Good Book."" Loved it.<br/><br/>As someone with a general distaste for sci-fi, I've got to say that the elements of scientific unreality are very well injected into this novel. Without pushing too far or diving too deep in specifics we don't really care about, Collins gives us hints of a cruel, futuristic world with horrifying advances but a strong, intact sense of what it means to be human. It is a relatable world of fantasy. Very well done.<br/><br/>It took me less than twenty-four hours to finish this book, and that's for two reasons: the suspense and the emotional investment. Our windows to the brutality of this world are painful; they are spaced well enough to maintain that heightened sense of urgency and have the fullest impact on us as readers. We follow Katniss far beyond the ends of tolerable human ignorance and into undeniable evils as she tries to keep both her survival and her sanity and mind; we follow Peeta as he goes painstakingly about the task of holding on to his identity and preserving the life he loves. The action is quick enough to keep me hooked, but slow enough to hit hard. Scrupulously heartbreaking.<br/><br/>Characters, in any novel, should be well-rounded and believable enough to capture our hearts. These characters do. I want Peeta to get what he desires so badly; I want Katniss to hold on to what she needs; I want Prim and their mother's suffering to end. Even the secondary characters, like Katniss's Capitol team, are so important to me and stick in my mind so profoundly that I don't want to see them leave the scene. The conflict they instill - should I love them or hate them? and should Katniss appreciate them or resent them? - is very effective. Excellent range of characters.<br/><br/>Really, the only scruple I have with this novel is the grammar. Commas and other punctuation are not always used properly, and I had to reread sentences somewhat frequently to get them to flow through my mind correctly. The imagery and characterization still come across strongly, but had I not faced that distraction, I think it could have been even more intense. We never like to see the voice of the author come through - just that of the characters. So that would be the one thing I'd like to see change.<br/><br/>To conclude: an addictive, powerful opening to a strong series with a few minor technical weaknesses that are almost negligible against a winning big picture.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R365RY8ZQF9HF9?ASIN=0439023521	Collins made me believe...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I assiduously avoided this series when it first came out, as I am typically not a fan of science fiction, it is not my habit to read a lot of YA fiction, and the dystopian genre that has become so popular is not something that interests me in and of itself.<br/><br/>However...<br/><br/>These books have met with huge success and almost instantaneous popularity.  There again, a reason I tend to shy away until something proves not to be a flash in the pan.  But they continue to be bestsellers - all three in the trilogy - and with such rave reviews, I finally broke down and read The Hunger Games.  And I loved it.  Were it not so widely known to be YA fiction, I would not have immediately recognized it as such.  Certainly the two protagonists are teenagers (which is a huge giveaway), but the story itself is not necessarily YA subject matter.  Couple that with some tightly crafted writing, and it is easy to see why these books have been such hits.<br/><br/>It is not as though post-apocalyptic settings are particularly new.  They're not.  Neither is it a particularly new twist on the socialist, totalitarian government construct.  What Collins does here is take old, time-tested themes and weave them into a beautifully constructed story of commitment and love in the face of almost certain death.  And it truly is a story of life or death, because the penalty for losing (or being outsmarted) is death...public, (hopefully) gruesome, and brutal.  This is not light subject matter for anyone, let alone young adults, and yet it is gripping, captivating, and utterly moving.  The more I read, the harder I rooted for Katniss.  Collins made me believe she was the angel among demons.  She was the bright spot in the dark.  She was the one to love...and the one to beat.<br/><br/>This story reminded me so much of The Running Man by Stephen King.  A game, set up by a central government, where the penalty is death, and in order to win...to live...cunning and brutality are required.  The difference, of course, is that in The Running Man, the game is ""voluntary.""  In The Hunger Games, it is a part of life, a payback required from the government as a reminder of who had power and who didn't.  I am always amazed, in the dystopian settings, how easily controlled the populations are, but then I am reminded of how most fiction contains elements of truth, and dystopian fiction is no different.  We have only to look back in history a few years to Hitler to see the parallels.<br/><br/>All this to say that this is a book worth reading.  It is thought provoking, infuriating (in ways), mesmerizing, and in the end, rewarding.  I'm looking forward to the second  &amp; third installments.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YZLJJR0Z9U0S?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games in Comparison	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">For Christmas 2011, I got my 14 year old sister the three book, box set, of The Hunger Games.  After opening her present, she told me she'd read the first book for school and had really liked it.  She was happy to get the next two books and lent me the first one.<br/><br/>When I started the book, I was instantly reminded of a short story I read myself in school, The Lottery by Shirley Jackson.  In both stories, the community experiences loss by the unfortunate circumstance of a name being drawn. There are many similarities to these stories, however The Hunger Games blossoms into a tale where the reader is emotionally engaged and wanting more.<br/>The story is told in first person, present tense, by the main protagonist, Katniss.  She is a strong, young woman, emotionally guarded, and the main care giver to her mother and younger sister.  They live in a post apocalyptic society that has been divided into 12 districts.  These districts are controlled by the Capitol.  Every year, the Capitol, in order to maintain dominance over the districts, hosts the Hunger Games, a brutal competition for survival of the fittest, where the last person standing wins.  The Hunger Games is to be televised for all to watch, entertainment for some, and a reminder to all of the power of the Capitol.  Once again, I found this book reminding me of a movie I once saw, The Running Man with Arnold Schwarzenegger.  If you can get past the cheese factor of the 80's and lots and lots of spandex, you will find this film tells the story of a man being put to his death after being wrongfully accused.  His death sentence is to be televised in a kind of arena-like, game show.  He is fighting for his life while world watches for entertainment.<br/><br/>Overall, I found this book to be engaging.  It was an easy read which flowed well and did not lag.  Characters such as Rue and Thresh invoked emotion, and I could really see the good in people even during the barbaric Hunger Games.  The protagonist, Katniss, and her fellow district 12 companion, Peeta, were well paired as opposites, one wearing his heart on his sleeve and the other unable to open up and give herself a chance to feel.<br/><br/>I think the real power of this book is Katniss.  She is a strong, young female who finds herself in a terrible predicament and yet never backs down.  She is a great archer with real stamina who uses her knowledge and skills to survive often out witting or performing the other characters.  However, she is not cruel or backstabbing, and I can see a real kindness in her through her engagements with Rue and Prim.  She does not fall into the common stereotype of a love-sick, girly teen, who has to be cared for by her man.  On the contrary, she is the one who cares for Peeta who's struck with puppy love.  It's true at times Katniss can be guarded and may seem a little cold when it comes to self preservation, but her actions speak louder than words.<br/><br/>I also believe this story to be a good tool to open up dialog for younger readers.  This book speaks of the Capitol, a community plagued by the Cardinal Sins.  The Capitol has fallen victim to vanity, altering its inhabitants for unattainable perfection.  No one in the Capitol seems to know hunger or poverty.  Even the simplest of tasks are done for them by the Avox (a kind of servant).  There seems to be no concern for the people of the 12 districts, the people who provide the Capitol with everything they need.  In comparison to today, I would think the Capitol could be interchanged for The One Percent.  I am referring to the 2006 documentary by Jamie Johnson, who talks about the richest 1% of Americans who controlled 42.2% of the financial wealth of America in 2004.<br/><br/>Overall, I would recommend this book for young readers and adults.  The characters are written well and it's really nice to see a strong female character like Katniss really kick ass!  The book tells a good story, one mixed with right and wrong, making readers question what they would do if they found themselves caught as a tribute in the Hunger Games, victim to the Capitol.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIORVVQT2AYNJ?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful idea, disappointing execution	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After watching the trailer for the upcoming movie that is being made for this book, I was intrigued by the idea that it portrayed. I didn't want to wait for the movie to come out, so instead I grabbed the book and read it all in one sitting. It is definitely an easy read and a page-turner, though each chapter always felt like cheap thrills that left much to be desired (which is perhaps why I kept reading until the end, in hopes of finding real substance). I really liked the idea that the author was getting at- an idea of a totalitarian society, forcing people to fight to the death as a way of displaying control, suggesting that a rebellion may soon ensue. However, it felt as if the author did not adequately explore or challenge these ideas, but rather left them at face-value and chose to focus instead on some sort of romantic relationship that arises which eventually becomes the main plot of the story.<br/><br/>There are a few things that I particularly disliked about this book:<br/><br/>[spoiler alert]<br/><br/>- Katniss's personality and lack of character development. She is prideful, selfish, insensitive, and oblivious to seemingly obvious things (like the fact that Peeta is madly in love with her). By the end of the book, she is still the same as if no positive change has occurred.<br/><br/>- Unbelievability. I understand this is a futuristic sort of novel, but sometimes it felt as if it was all taking place in another world where anything is possible. And that would be fine if this story was supposed to take place in another made-up world, however, the setting is claimed to be a future North America. Things such as mutated birds who sing your songs, mutated killer wasps that follow and poison you to the point of delusion, mutated wolves combined with human beings, berries that kill you right when you eat them, etc.,  just didn't make any sense and the reasoning behind their existences seemed quite pointless. (Btw, why aren't guns and machine weapons included if this is futuristic? Why is medicine suddenly so hard to come by and instead they are using magic herbs?)<br/><br/>- Everything was too convenient. Everything worked itself to the protagonist's favor. It almost felt as if Katniss and Peeta win the game without really trying. All they really focus on is their own survival, their little love story, and somehow everyone else conveniently dies until they just have to face the last guy. And the deaths of the other tributes were barely touched upon as well. There could have been so much more depth if Katniss was actually involved in the battles, if her character was challenged during face-offs with the other tributes (such as Rue). But instead she just conveniently lucked out every time. Not to mention, the twist at the end of the game only lasted for about a second.<br/><br/>In general, the idea behind the story could have turned into a really great book, but instead the author chose not to expand on it, reducing the story to just another shallow but entertaining book. It's fun to read, almost in a guilty pleasure sort of way, but if you're looking for depth and substance- look elsewhere.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3M9NGRRP22F9J?ASIN=0439023521	A Roller Coaster Ride of Drama, Terror, Mystery, Romance, Pure Outrage and Pure Entertainment	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Clearly I am a ""Johnny Come Lately"" to the Hunger Games.  The book has been in my Amazon cart forever.  When my eleven year old daughter came home with a copy from her book fair, I snagged it, started reading it, and couldn't put it down.  Mother of the Year? Yes, Yes, I know.  I did give the book back, I promise.<br/><br/>Now for the Hunger Games.  Wow!  Set in?  Future? Past?  Who knows? I'm guessing it is set in the future.  It is definitely science fiction, young adult.  A teenage girl, Katnis (love, love, love the names in the one) is her family's breadwinner, literally.  In District Twelve, where Katnis lives with her Mother and her sister, life pretty well sucks.  There is not enough food to go around, Big Brother is lurking, and the only way to escape starvation is to fend for yourself within the confines of The Capital -  a fascist, socialist, communist-type nightmare of a government.  Still, Katnis has figured a way to work within the system, sort of.  Katmis and her friend Gale, hunt in the forbidden forest, just enough to get by.  They feed the wealthier folks in town who are so pleased with the food Gale and Katnis provide that they are willing to look the other way at the unlawfulness of the act.  On Reaping Day, (to be explained in a minute), Katnis and Gale share a moment where Gale suggests that they might ""get away from here.""  Katnis shrugs off the suggestion, but a romantic suggestion is clearly evident between them.<br/><br/>The Reaping is the annual day off where everyone from each of the 12 districts gathers in their town squares to hear the names called of both a girl and a boy  -two offerings to the capital as contributions to the Hunger Games, where they must fight to the finish, i.e.. the death of all the ""tributes"" until just one is left standing.  The 'games' are telecast live across all of the districts for their 'entertainment' value.  Katnis is not particularly worried about being chosen, but practically falls to her knees when her beloved sister, Prim's name is announced.  When she regains her voice she calls out to volunteer and take her sister's place.  Another boy form district 12, a kind boy that Katniss knows, is also selected and so the Hunger Games begin.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is a roller coaster ride of drama, terror, mystery, romance and at times pure outrage, but at all times, pure entertainment.  This first book of the The Hunger Games trilogy is a wonderful, enticing way to spend a few hours, don't miss it.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CR98W4VUDKS2?ASIN=0439023521	I totally get the hype	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games are a time for celebration and pride...or at least that's what the Capitol likes for the citizen of the 12 remaining districts of what used to be North America to feel. But to anyone who is or loves someone from the ages of 12 and 18, The Reaping, the day in which ""the tributes"" are selected, celebration is the last thing on their mind.<br/><br/>Katniss fears her chances of having her name called and having to fight to the death against the other tributes or die among them. But when the girl tribute's name is called for her district a fear worse than her own death presents itself. Without hesitation she volunteers to participate in the most captivating and memorable year of The Hunger Games the people will likely ever see.<br/><br/>I don't have to tell you that this book came very highly recommended by...well, just about everyone. I hadn't really intended on buying the book for a while and thought that I might even skip reading them and just watch the movies instead. I honestly didn't know what the book was about. Maybe I'd read the blurb a while back but it wasn't something that drew my attention. Dystopia in general is of no real interest to me. I read The Road and liked it a lot but apart from that I prefer a story that is a bit less gloomy. When I got these books for a great deal I resigned myself to reading them and this is what I thought.<br/><br/>First, I am glad that I picked the book up and began reading. It's very well-written and I read it rather quickly, which is saying a lot in the busy time of moving and packing. I didn't fall in love with the book or develop a crush on one of the male leads however so I hope not to disappoint readers by seeming less enthusiastic about my review. I'm not gushing, and I never really did while reading this book. I saw both guys through Katniss' eyes and neither appealed to me as anything more than a really sweet guy. I was more concerned with how the story would end and how they would each tackle the ever escalating amount of obstacles. There just didn't seem to be time or a place for love in my mind. I was too worried about things like humanity, mercy, and survival. I was immersed in the book and its pages, pushing past the gross scenes, clenching my teeth during the scary scenes, and trying to swallow the lump in my throat during the sad scenes.<br/><br/>This book provoked emotions. I don't even know that the author had intended for us as readers to fall in love with a boy during this first book, but to focus on the survival of these brave characters in hopes of something happening later. I can't be sure of course, but that's how I came to feel by the last page.<br/><br/>This story is about a girl braver than any I will likely ever know. She's strong and she's willful and selfless considering the circumstances. I liked Katniss right away. In a way in fact she reminded me of Katsa from Gracling. Her view was less harsh and her view on men was less that of a feminist. But the two characters are both brave and strong. She also reminded me a lot of Scarlett from Sister's Red by Jackson Pearce. This strong and brave female lead role is the kind of role model young girls need to read about and to those that haven't read the other two books mentioned and liked Katniss as a character I highly suggest that you pick them both up.<br/><br/>I intend to read and finish the next two books soon, and perhaps when I pick up Catching Fire I might even find that now, there will be room enough to swoon a little. ;)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CYU6DRXMGBQR?ASIN=0439023521	Original? Hardly	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I would really prefer to gush over this book, and claim it's brilliance, and really sympathize with all the hype surrounding it.<br/><br/>Sadly, I can't.<br/><br/>The reason is not because the book is overtly terrible (which it is not), but that another book called ""Battle Royale"" exists. Battle Royale is a Japanese novel about an oppressive Orwellian gov't pitting 15-16 year old children in a fight to the death, roughly 42 at a time. Oh it was released in 1999.<br/><br/>Battle Royale covers much more philosophical elements, as well as less cookie cutter characters, and ups the gore factor a bit more than Hunger Games. All in all, a bit more mature read than Hunger Games.<br/><br/>However, thats not to say Hunger Games is bad; its really not. Collins created a strong female lead character, which is admirable, but unfortunately set her up with a doofus of a male partner. The love/romance scenes often felt forced, like Collins wasn't sure how she wanted it to turn out (she never really decides in this book by the way), but shot herself in the foot by making it a crucial element of the story. The story itself, although it reeks of familiar territory for those who have read Battle Royale, 1984, Brave New World, etc. ,  is fairly entertaining, and doesn't trip over itself with any inconsistencies. There are subtle hints at the true depth that the game should bring out in the characters, but overall I felt development was very lacking, and most of the ""career"" players were very static.<br/><br/>Overall, a good thrilling read for a young child, but if you are older than a pre teen and enjoy reading, you could easily forgo this book for the vastly superior Battle Royale. I would also say this book would be a good introduction to Battle Royale as well (if you like this book, definitely pick up BR).</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ISGYVYC82SC8?ASIN=0439023521	Squandered Potential	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's not often a story like The Hunger Games comes along.  Collins created a truly captivating world, full of things to keep the reader's imagination running right along with her somehow likable protagonist, Katniss Everdeen. However, as interesting and perhaps insightful Collins plot is, it's so hard to overcome the writing of the novel.<br/><br/> It's blatantly obvious from the beginning of the book that it was published by Scholastic.  It has a very junior-high feel to it.  The vocabulary is far from advanced, the sentence structure is weak at best, and the over-usage of adverbs present themselves as slightly insulting to any reader above the age of 12.  While it might be argued that Collins target audience was junior-high age kids, I think her plot is too violent, and her message too desperate, to be aimed at children.<br/><br/> What annoyed me the most about The Hunger Games was the empty and predictable characterization.  Prim, Katniss's sister, represents purity throughout the novel.  Prim is good, Prim is kind, Prim is young, Prim is innocent.  Well, isn't that just fantastic?  Collins basically tells us this character is good because she's good.  She tells us Gale has an inner fire without much more reasoning than he has to help provide for his family.  Katniss is supposed to be this great hero for volunteering for her sister, but I think Katniss is just over-dramatic.<br/><br/> Having the book from Katniss's point of view was perhaps not a great move on Collins part.  Have you ever watched a TV show where the show was titled after the main character, and no matter what trouble the main character got in, you knew he was going to be okay, because you can't have Seinfeld without Seinfeld, right?  That's basically what reading The Hunger Games was like.  It's not like Katniss could've been writing the book from her grave, so you knew you were stuck with her for the whole thing.<br/><br/> The dialogue was often very relaxed and believable, but when the situation got stressed, the dialogue started sounding staged.  The fast pace of The Hunger Games keeps the pages turning, but there are times when everything moves just a little too fast.  Collins warns of imminent doom without getting preachy about it, which you must give her credit for.<br/><br/>  This story had so much potential, and it's such a shame it wasn't written as well as it could've been.  If Collins (or even another author) had given it the attention it deserved, The Hunger Games definitely could have been counted among books like Fahrenheit 451, 1984, and Brave New World.  However, all things considered, it is definitely a book worth reading, because even if it won't take you long, at least you'll know what everyone is talking about.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MRVH2VSG34LM?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games...Darker than I thought	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The stark, black and white, post-apocalyptic, world I pictured in my mind while reading Cormac McCarthy's 'The Road' is forever laid out in memory in the film by director, John Hillcoat. The real world after a series, of fires and disasters have destroyed the world we know, and 'The Road' is as visible a film as any I have seen.<br/><br/>Many rumors of this film and how it could never live up to the hype of the novel have been swirling through the Internet. What we have here is a masterpiece of a film. It is a powerful vision of a world ten years after some sort of disaster took over. The scenes were shot in post Katrina, New Orleans, Pittsburgh and what they call the 'Abandoned Pennsylvania Highway'. Into this harrowing world marches a man, played by Viggo Mortensen and his son, played by Kodi Smit-McPhee, trying to find their way to warmth. The coldness of the world is marked, and we can feel the chill. What they encounter is a horror filled world, one in which a group of cannibals keep a farm of humans with missing limbs in their basement. Gangs of marauders around every corner. We see their day to day existence, filthy as they march along, trying to scrape up food to keep alive. They find a house where a left over can of coke amazes the boy, he has never seen it before, and they gorge themselves with food before marching on once again. The stark reality of their life is measured against the gray world where everything is dying. And in this world, the man is teaching his son about goodness versus evil. What we come to see is that the love of this man for his son is the light that may keep this struggle alive. The absence of a God is evident. The pureness of the son may be the antidote.<br/><br/>Charlize Theron plays the mother in a small part, and she portrays the lack of hope that seems so evident throughout the film. Robert Duvall is the Old Man who conveys bits of wisdom. The son wants to help those who are crying for help, but his father tells him they must move on. They can only trust each other. This film is all about the father and his son. Viggo Mortensen is tremendous in this role, and he plays in every scene. The son is as he should be, watchful, hopeful, luminous at times.<br/><br/>The agony of the life that is left to the father and his son is conveyed with such realism. John Hillcoat has captured the feel and the look of the novel. It was difficult at times to keep watching, but then I had to watch. We all want the man and his son to succeed. They are our hope. ""We're the good guys, they're the bad guys"" is the message the father is conveying. But deep inside there is the hope that the boy and his father will find more.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQ7I5P2YBLSOL?ASIN=0439023521	If you liked 1984, The Lord of the Flies, The Giver or The Chrysalids then this is a must read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I purchased this book on a whim back in 2009  and I'm so glad I did. I couldn't put the book down! Suzanne Collins has a writing style that flows beautify, she paints a vivid picture with out being descriptive to the point of boring. The story was wonderful, though very morbid. The idea of children being sent to fight to the death is disturbing yet fascinating to read. As the story develops further the reader beings to see past the brutally blunt face of the novel, it is clear that Collins meant for this novel to be a social commentary.<br/>Collins wrote a novel that is very interesting to read and tactfully deals with the issue of political manipulation as well as direct and indirect oppression.<br/><br/>If you are considering buying this book for a child be aware that the subject mater of this book may be disturbing for any young children however the prevalent themes in the story are important lessons to learn as well. While Collins isn't overly graphic in her writing, she is descriptive enough to tell the story fully. A character receives a spear in to stomach, a macabre contestant attempts mutilate another with a knife. Of course it depends on the child, however I think that this book would be disturbing to anyone under 10 and it would be difficult for anyone under the age of 14 to fully understand the themes of the book.<br/><br/>In summary, this is a wonderful book for adults and teens . I'm 21 and my dad (51) loves the books as much as I do. It comments on politics, war, survival, brutality and humanity in a way that is unforgettable.<br/><br/>PS. I'm so glad that Lionsgate decided to let the author, Collins, produce this film! Book to film adaptations are always best when the writer is involved in the film production. If you want an accurate feeling of what the book will be like please watch the trailer [...]</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17OCC8XQAW5WV?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">WARNING: This book may not be right for the light of stomach.<br/><br/>Read this book. For me that is enough said but you may be one of those people who requires more persuasion, so how about this. The Hunger Games has a great story and an even better plot, if you like action, suspense, some drama, and gore, then this is definitely the book for you.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games book takes place sometime in the future, in the nation of Panem which is located on the continent that was once known as North America.  There is a capital and twelve districts in the nation of Panem.  The capital has ruled the districts for over 50 years, since the revolution against the capital.....also known as ""The Dark Days"".  To remind the districts of the Dark Days and to show the districts that they can't do anything to stop the capital, the Capital holds the annual ""Hunger Games"".  For the Hunger Games, each district sends one boy and one girl between the ages of 12 and 18, into an arena that is different every year (could be woods, dessert, etc.)  Each of the contestants is dropped into the arena, which stretches for miles. Here they must fight to the death, which can possibly take up to several weeks.<br/><br/>During the annual event where they draw the names for the participants  of the Hunger Games,  Prim, who is the little sister of the main character Katniss, is chosen! Katniss volunteers and is allowed to take her sister's place in The Hunger Games, and the story begins.  To survive in the Hunger Games, Katniss must go through betrayal, agony, and torment.  Katniss does not expect to live.<br/><br/>Now that you know about the book, give me one reason why you should not read it.  If you can give me a reason, then good for you,  but, overlook it and take my word that this is a good book. If you are one of those people that can never find an interesting book to read, then fear not, for this New York Times bestseller book is the first in a trilogy.  Now go and ask you parents to buy this book for you...use whatever tactics necessary to overcome parenthood authority and if all else fails, then resort to the....""Are we there yet?"" strategy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTKGL5RMB2SNW?ASIN=0439023521	Entertainment versus Humanity	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Right away this book captures my attention with a quick introduction to Katniss's survival skills followed by the District 12 Hunger Games lottery, a grim holiday that nobody wants to celebrate, but is still mandatory. It does not take long for the reader to feel sympathetic towards Katniss and the hardship she struggles with everyday just to survive.<br/>Every detail leading up to the actual event of the Hunger Games has a surreal feel, as Katniss is primped and paraded like a beauty pageant contestant, as if everyone is ignoring the fact that these are children, with all but one facing imminent death. This is reality television meets the ancient gladiator games of Rome, combined with the sick irony of using a nation's most precious commodity -- its children. As a mother of three, I can not even fathom living in a country that tolerated this year after year. These Hunger Games are the country's way of preventing rebellion in its citizens through fear, brainwashing, and desensitization, as it is mandatory for every citizen to watch. In some districts, this is so successful that children are routinely trained specifically for the Hunger Games, volunteering to face murder and death for a chance at fame and fortune.<br/>The love triangle is obvious early on, though the conflict can't come into play until the second book in the series. Peeta is the one in the spotlight, the one that humanizes Katniss for the viewers and makes her likable due to his own romantic feelings for her. Unfortunately, Katniss is too busy staying alive to be certain of her true feelings, even though she can pretend well enough to convince even Peeta. Peeta is self-sacrificing, while Katniss is observant and resourceful. Katniss is able to avoid becoming a cold-hearted murderer only because of Peeta's presence.<br/>Regarding the actual Game, those that run it operate to keep the entertainment value up, adding to the danger of the contestants still alive, handing out gifts to give one an edge over another, forcing contestants into battle to increase bloodshed and drama, and generally treating the twenty-four as actors and actresses in any other fictional television drama. What Katniss keeps returning to is how ""normal"" these people of the Capitol see of the deaths of these children. It occurred to me while reading this that it would be better to be one of those that died in the Games, rather than live with being the monster responsible for the deaths of twenty-three other children purely for the entertainment of the shallow and self-absorbed.<br/>This book is both shocking and heart-rending, and I look forward to the next installment, Catching Fire.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RM70FL72WOQUQ?ASIN=0439023521	Reviewed for Midwest Book Review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">In a futuristic world, the United States, now called Panem, is divided into 12 districts. At one point, there was one more, but the 13th district was destroyed to quash a rebellion. Each year, the government, in order to remind the 12 remaining districts of the brutality of the rebellion and as a means of controlling its citizenry, holds the Hunger Games, in which a male and female representative from each district is chosen and subsequently must fight to the death in an arena the government has devised. The Games are televised and it is mandated that each citizen must watch; another maneuver to thwart rebellion and to instill compliance. The winner will live a life of luxury for the rest of their life; the only caveat, they must mentor subsequent competitors from their district. 16-year-old Katniss lives in District 12, known as the mining district and one of the poorest. Since her father's death, Katniss has been sole provider for her family and is an expert hunter. When her sister is chosen for the Games, Katniss volunteers to take her place. The male chosen is Peeta, the baker's son, who once saved Katniss and her family from starvation. Although Katniss does not want to go into the Games owing anyone, she cannot deny Peeta's charitable nature. During the opening ceremonies, Peeta declares his unrequited love for Katniss, endearing them to viewers. Now Katniss is indebted to him more, because as the favored couple, they will receive gifts to help them during the Games. If it comes to a fight between Katniss and Peeta, will she be able to kill the young man to whom she owes so much?<br/><br/>Collins depicts a cruel world in which the government controls every aspect of its citizens' lives and freedom seems unattainable. The author excels at revealing the complexities of the characters, including tertiary ones. Although Katniss seems a cold, calculating young woman, deep down, she cares for others yet is wary of acknowledging these feelings, even to herself. Peeta is personable, a warm, gentle young man who does everything he can to protect Katniss, even when it doesn't appear he is doing so. When he declares his love for Katniss, she isn't sure if this is true or if this is a ruse to gain more favor for himself. The Games are brutal and vividly depicted. The plot is excellent and moves along at a fast pace. Readers will root for Katniss and Peeta in the first book of this galvanizing trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WW1TMRAIC3ZV?ASIN=0439023521	An absorbing read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Some indeterminate time in the near future, North America is shattered by a series of natural and man-made catastrophes, and a bloody civil war.  From the wreckage emerges a totalitarian central government, the Capitol, surrounded by twelve Districts that supply it with goods and raw materials. The Capitol has a monopoly on all advanced technology and military force. Citizens of the Districts live mostly at a subsistence level on whatever scraps remain from their exports to the Capitol, and the merest breath of dissent is crushed without mercy. Another District, the 13th, has already been obliterated for attempting rebellion, and the Capitol employs an assortment of means to reinforce its message that revolt is both futile and fatal.<br/><br/>The most demoralizing of all is the Hunger Games. Every year, each District must select two children, one boy and one girl, to participate in a battle to the death that is broadcast across the Capitol's empire. For the bored residents of the Capitol, the event is high entertainment. For the Districts, it's a devastating reminder that no aspect of their life is exempt from Capitol control.<br/><br/>Katniss Everdeen lives in District 12, a region in what used to be the Appalachians, devoted to coal mining. Her father died in a mine explosion, and her mother suffers from debilitating depression, so 16-year-old Katniss must support her family by poaching game in the forest and trading the meat for the necessities of life. When the annual ""reaping"" lottery is held for the Hunger Games, Katniss' 12-year-old sister Prim is chosen. It's a death sentence. Prim isn't capable of surviving combat of any sort, and impoverished District 12 has produced only two victors in the entire history of the Hunger Games.<br/><br/>Katniss steps forward to take Prim's place.<br/><br/>She's swept into a bizarre ritual of celebrity glamor and gladitorial combat. Katniss is a skilled hunter and a dead shot with bow and arrow, but her opponents are formidable, and she must play to the audience to win sponsorships that can provide a winning edge in the coming fight. She hasn't a clue how to do that. Even worse, her mentor is District 12's only surviving victor, who's known more for his prowess with a wine bottle than his combat skills. Her fellow competitor from District 12 seems friendly enough, and she owes him a favor from long ago. Might his offer of alliance spring from something deeper than shared community, or is he luring her into a trap?<br/><br/>Does it even matter? When the Hunger Games begin, the only rule is to survive, and there can be only one victor.<br/><br/>***<br/><br/>Thanks to my daughter and her high school's English Department, I stumbled onto Suzanne Collins' little dystopian tale, The Hunger Games, and lost the better part of a day to it. I'm not paranoid about my daughter's reading material, assigned or otherwise, but when she begins spending all her spare time locked in her room with a book--one she's due to finish eight weeks from now--I become mildly curious. So, I thumbed through the first few pages...and didn't stop until I'd finished the entire book.<br/><br/>It's an absorbing read. The premise isn't all that unusual--stories about societal collapse resulting in brutal totalitarian regimes are a staple of science fiction, and teens fighting teens to the death has been done before, painted in darker brushstrokes by Koushun Takami in Battle Royale. Our contemporary obsession with reality game shows is an obvious influence, and I also noticed echoes of the Greek legend of Theseus and the annual tribute of young Greek men and maidens sent to Crete for sacrifice to the Minotaur, a parallel I was gratified to discover the author acknowledges.<br/><br/>Collins keeps the action moving, and the first-person, present-tense narrative makes Katniss' progression personal and compelling-from backwoods Annie Oakley, to fish-out-of-water in the reality-show world of the Games, to desperate warrior. A nice mix of flashbacks and dialogue with other characters fills in her backstory and that of the strange world she inhabits, one that must seem even more dangerous and frightening to young readers who have never experienced oppression, war, or want. The fighting scenes are riveting, as is the depiction of Katniss stalking her opponents through the forest as she is, in turn, stalked by them. Collins throws in a couple of genuine surprises along the way, including a particularly chilling revelation near the climax that I expect sets the stage for the rest of this series. Despite the violence of the Games and its brutalizing intent, I was glad that Katniss, though forced to fight for her life, and indelibly marked by this experience, never surrendered her humanity or her ability to feel compassion, even for her enemies.<br/><br/>Some may object to the story's lack of explicit references to ethical/moral principles or spirituality of any sort, but I would counter that it depicts a society which has lost that compass, both in the Capitol (which has succumbed to depravity) and in the Districts (which are consumed by desperation and the task of day-to-day survival). Katniss and her friends, however, provide evidence that the spark of truth and love, and the aspiration to live a noble life despite a world that seems to demand only self-interest, still endure. Katniss gradually comes to understand the true evil of the Capitol regime and begins to see she must somehow stand against it, not simply endure it as a fact of life.<br/><br/>I did have a few minor gripes. The supporting cast, with a couple of exceptions, seemed less than three-dimensional, and this impression wasn't helped when several of the most interesting characters met their doom just as we were getting to know them. Katniss' mother is a phantom and her father a fleeting memory. The ultimate villain, the Capitol government, remains shadowy and vaguely malevolent the entire story. We see what it does, but not why, and especially not who is pulling the strings. Katniss' community in District 12 has substance and meaning, but the Capitol and its citizens are an Other of anonymous faces, living in wealth and luxury, blurred into an amorphous, despised entity. I can rationalize this from the story's point-of-view, though-this is how Katniss sees her world.<br/><br/>The ending fell a little flat, leaving Katniss to wrestle with a dilemma that seemed trivial by comparison with the battle she'd just survived. Of course, the story isn't really over. It continues in two more volumes, Catching Fire, and Mockingjay.<br/><br/>For older teens and up, mostly due to the violent nature of the Games, but even those depictions are more restrained than I expected. No explicit sexuality or profanity.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NVTOZI9NROT0?ASIN=0439023521	BROT & SPIELE (german review)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Zum Inhalt gibt es nichts, das hier nicht schon geschrieben wurde: Panem ist ein Land im Nordamerika der Zukunft, dessen Kapitol von 12 Distrikten umgeben ist. Ursprünglich waren es 13, doch vor 74 Jahren hat es einen Aufstand gegeben, der vom Kapitol brutal niedergeschlagen wurde. Nach dem Bürgerkrieg wurde Distrikt 13 als abschreckendes Beispiel vollständig zerstört und nicht wieder aufgebaut. Um die Bewohner die Konsequenzen eines Aufruhrs niemals vergessen zu lassen, muss alljährlich jeder Distrikt einen Jungen und ein Mädchen im Alter zwischen zwölf und achtzehn Jahren, also zwei Tribute, zu den '""Hungerspielen""' ins Kapitol schicken, wo sie gezwungen werden sich auf Leben und Tod zu bekämpfen, bis nur noch einer übrig ist.<br/>Jedes Jahr schwebt dieses Damoklesschwert über den Kindern der 12 Distrikte, doch das ist noch nicht einmal das Schlimmste: Während die Bürger des Kapitols in Luxus schwelgen, hungern die Bewohner in den Bezirken, und kommen gerade so über die Runden. So auch die Familie der sechzehnjährigen Katniss aus Distrikt 12. Ohne ihre illegalen Jagdausflüge, wären Katniss' Mutter und Schwester schon vor Jahren verhungert.<br/>Als am Tag der Auslosung der Name ihrer zwölfjährigen Schwester gezogen wird, meldet Katniss sich freiwillig als Tribut. Dass das Los des männlichen Tributs auf Peeta fällt, ist für sie ein Schock, denn der Bäckerjunge hat ihr vor Jahren einmal das Leben gerettet, und nun soll sie ausgerechnet ihn in der Arena umbringen.<br/>Nachdem die 24 Tribute im Kapitol aufeinandertreffen, beginnt ein spannendes Katz- und Mausspiel, denn nun müssen sie um Sponsoren buhlen und heimlich Zweckbündnisse mit den stärksten Mitstreitern schließen, damit sie den Kampf in der Arena möglichst lange überleben.<br/><br/>Als ich das Buch von Pfingstsonntag auf Montag gelesen habe, bin ich nach der letzten Seite völlig paralysiert in die Schuhe gesprungen, hab mich ins Auto gesetzt, das wie von allein zum Bahnhofsbuchladen gefahren ist, um mir den 2. Teil, Die Tribute von Panem. Gefährliche Liebe, zu besorgen. Dort war es jedoch vergriffen. Also wieder ins Auto und ab zum Buchladen im Kölner Flughafen, der es ebenfalls nicht (mehr) hatte. So blieb mir nichts anderes übrig, als fingernägelkauend bis Dienstag auszuharren, um schließlich doch noch an den 2. Band zu kommen.<br/>Ich glaube das sagt mehr über das Buch aus, als jede Rezension.<br/><br/>Dieser Roman hat mich komplett umgehauen. Die Geschichte, die wundervoll-komplexen Charaktere, sowie der einzigartige Schreibstil der Autorin, sind mir derart unter die Haut gegangen, dass ich nicht in der Lage war, das Buch vor der letzten Seite aus der Hand zu legen. Als Leserin tauche ich in das Leben der sechzehnjährigen Katniss ein, werde eins mit ihr und sehe die Welt mit ihren Augen. Dabei treibt mich die einfache und dennoch so einfühlsame Sprache der Autorin immer weiter, bis ich nicht mehr aufhören kann zu lesen.<br/>Meiner Ansicht nach braucht dieses Buch eine eigene Kategorie, denn allein der Inhalt, die Idee der Story bekommt von mir 10 Sterne. Und obwohl es nur einen Handlungsstrang gibt, ist das Buch wahnsinnig vielschichtig und bis zur allerletzten Seite unglaublich spannend.<br/>Die zwei Helden, Katniss und Peeta, muss man als Leser einfach gernhaben. Beide sind vielschichtige Persönlichkeiten mit einem gutmütigen Charakter, die ohne es zu Wissen im Verlauf der Geschichte das Kapitol bekämpfen und landesweit die Zweifel am System verstärken. Inspiriert von ihrem Beispiel, schöpfen die Bewohner von Panem neuen Mut, denn wenn zwei Tribute aus Distrikt 12, dem Bezirk mit den wenigsten Privilegien, Tapferkeit beweisen, warum nicht auch seine Bürger? So entsteht eine ganz neue Dynamik innerhalb der Geschichte, deren überraschenden Wendungen den Spannungsbogen bis zum Schluss fast unerträglich hoch halten.<br/>Am Ende war ich fix und fertig und wollte nur noch eins: Den 2. Teil.<br/><br/>Fazit:<br/>Volle Punktzahl für einen Roman, der mich komplett aus den Schuhen gehauen hat.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19BNL2UO149TO?ASIN=0439023521	Well-crafted, compelling & thrilling young adult fiction.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games opens with a bleak picture of our future. After some North American catastrophe that is merely hinted at, we are introduced to the nation of Panem, a glimmering but austere Capitol surrounded by twelve specialized and somewhat downtrodden Districts. Our heroine, Katniss Everdeen, hails from the coal mining District 12, where she and her friend Gale must hunt in the forests (illegally) for food and supplies their families wouldn't be able to afford otherwise. At sixteen, Katniss has spent most of her adolescence signed up for the Hunger Games, where two children conscripted from each District fight to the death for the honor of bringing home wealth, food and prestige. When Katniss' little sister's name is drawn for this years Games, Katniss volunteers in her stead. What happens next goes far beyond the needs of Katniss' family and opens up a greater world of danger, intrigue, romance and adventure.<br/><br/>Suzanne Collins clearly has a plan that extends beyond this book. As the first part of a trilogy, The Hunger Games must set up the characters, locations, events and themes to service the entire overall story. However, at no point does the book feel dry or overly expository. The perspective of Katniss both allows for the introduction of the necessary elements mentioned and keeps us firmly in the narrative of the story at hand. It's a fantastic example of characterization and plotting woven together to create a coherent first act that manages to stand alone.<br/><br/>Speaking of characters, Collins also does a wonderful job fleshing out the people of Panem. Katniss as a heroine is at once strong and vulnerable, intelligent and naive. She feels, talks and reacts like a real person, with palpable confusion in some moments and grim resolution in others. Her fellow tribute from District 12, Peeta, shows a great deal of complexity as well, along with some of the adults involved and the tributes from other Districts. The entire enterprise from start to finish has all of the hallmarks of careful construction, not only creating this new world of a potential future but also giving readers a reason to care about it.<br/><br/>The sensationalism and spin doctoring of Panem surrounding the Hunger Games and the undercurrent of oppression and misery feels close to home. There are eerie similarities between the ways in which the Capitol interacts with its Districts and the rhetoric and attitude of certain elements in today's world in general and the United States in particular. Between this similarity and the presentation of Katniss, Collins draws the reader in and refuses to let go, compelling each page to turn as the action unfolds. When the book is over, the readers is satisfied with the conclusion but left wanting more, which is exactly how any book should end, but especially when more are planned to come after it.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is a wonderful book, deeply involving and a delight to read. And yet it's only the first part of a greater narrative exercise.  Subsequent books are poised to deliver more great characterization, a deeper exploration of the world of Panem, and more sleepless nights for the reader as they (that is, we) eagerly turn page after page.  Good luck putting this one down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18NEKDMOTWZ47?ASIN=0439023521	A deeper connection	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I recently finished all 3 books and have found myself still so connected to the story. After much pondering I have come to realize how much ""The Hunger Games Trilogy"" relates to living with cancer.<br/><br/>First of all,if given the choice I would have asked that it be me to carry this disease instead of someone in my family. And so it is.<br/><br/>Once you begin treatment you are definitely thrown into an arena of obstacles and hardships unfamilair to your life as it once was. Survival is your only focus now. Although cancer patients do not set out to kill each other, once you have developed a comradery with other  patients in the arena (chemo room)as the months pass some of them do not return. Reading their obituary is like The Capitol flashing their image in the sky. You live with the thought that you could be next, but then instinct takes over and your only thought is to fight like hell to stay alive one more day.<br/><br/>I related district 13 to that of the change in your life when you choose treatment in a clinical trial.....the treatments you became familiar with no longer exists and the latest technology is there for the taking. But no one knows what the long term affects are. Is this the answer? Or am I just being thrown into a different arena.<br/><br/> Many of the trials Katniss went thru forced her to maintain her sanity in order to survive. Anyone living with cancer has the realization that a horrible death sits in waiting. I now call these thoughts ""brain mutts."" Some days they show no mercy and rip you apart thought after thought until you are so weak sleep comes from mental exhaustion.<br/> Just like Katniss, I am forever more a changed being. Carrying scars way too deep to forget. And loving someone carries with it that same question. Is it real or not real?<br/><br/>September is National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month. Know the symptoms to keep you out of the arena.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCT5AKVROLQ2N?ASIN=0439023521	Gripping Futuristic Dystopian Thriller	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is an epic dystopian tale that is set in the future aftermath of the destruction of North America and the emergence of the nation of Panem. This current nation is made up of the Capitol and is surrounded by twelve (once thirteen) Districts that are entirely subservient to produce goods to sustain the Capitol. Seventy five years ago, the districts tied to rebel and once defeated, the thirteenth district was annihilated.<br/><br/>Following the put down of the rebellion and in order to subjugate any rebel embers, the Reaping was established as a part of the Treaty of Treason, wherein a lottery is drawn once a year in the remaining Districts, where all children between the ages of 12 and 18 are required to enter their names for the Hunger Games.<br/><br/>One girl and one boy are from each district are chosen as participants Hunger Games, a gladiator-like blood sport where the rules state only one can be the victor. The twenty-four competitors must eliminate the competition by killing them and the contest is televised and is requisite viewing for the nation.<br/><br/>Katniss Everdeen lives in District Twelve, an area devoted to coal mining. After her father died working in the mines and her mother suffered a severe debilitating depression after his death leaving, twelve year old Katniss was forced to provide for her mother and her young sister, Prim.<br/><br/>With her friend and hunting partner Gale, Katniss sneaks out of the confines of District Twelve, underneath an electrified fence, learns to hunt and gather food in the nearby woods in order to keep both their families from starving.<br/><br/>During the current Reaping ceremony, against the odds Katniss twelve year old sister, Prim, name is drawn as the female tribute. Katniss immediately volunteers to take her younger sister's place. Peeta, the baker's son, is the male name selected.<br/><br/>Katniss captures the viewing public's imagination with her hunting and tracking skills and fiery temperament but now she is faced with whether she can kill her competitors and her partner from her own district in order to win.<br/><br/>Suzanne Collins has brilliantly created a quintessential futuristic dystopian series for young adults that also sink its teeth into readers of all ages.<br/><br/>I'm not a person who is easily moved by emotion when reading a fictional story, yet I found myself tearing up over several significant parts of this book. I was so moved that immediately bought the next two books of the trilogy because I was eager to continue reading Katniss and Peeta's journey.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NM4Y4UMWAYJ9?ASIN=0439023521	Could not put it down.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I first read the premise of the story, I immediately thought, Battle Royale rip-off! Certainly there are parallels between the two stories that are hard to ignore, namely teenagers being taken to an isolated space and forced to kill each other in a last-on-standing match that is aired on TV. I still find it hard to believe that Collins hadn't come across BR and been inspired by it, but despite the suspicious origins of THG, I am still taking my hat off and giving the book 5 stars, and here's why.<br/><br/>1. It takes the basic idea of Battle Royale and runs off in a different direction. It explores plenty other aspects aside from the Hunger Games itself, and the actual act of kids killing other kids isn't the core part of the book. Those who are turned off simply because of this fact really baffle me. Nowhere does the book make killing other teens something positive. In fact, everything about the book is about rebelling against a totalitarian government that sees nothing wrong with forcing its children to kill each other. I don't get how this book is an advocate of violence. Yes, bad things happen in the book. Yes, the main characters are forced to harm other people to protect themselves and their loved ones, yes, puppies grow old and die. Deal with it.<br/><br/>2. The characters are complex and flawed. There is nothing I hate more than one-dimensional, flawless characters (cough Twilight cough, cough). Katniss, the protagonist, is headstrong, brash, and sometimes irrational. She makes many mistakes and in doing so she is so completely human that I can't help but think of her as an actual person. Throughout the book she is surrounded by other characters who are equally flawed: her mother who refuses to let go of the past, her hot-headed friend Gale, alcoholic Haymitch, her stylists from the Capitol...I would say that the only characters that I found somewhat lacking are Prim, who is portrayed as a perfect little angel throughout the trilogy, and Peeta, who doesn't ever show a selfish side to him, which come on, I get that he's in love with her etc, but everybody has limits.<br/><br/>3. The writing is smooth and descriptive without becoming tiresome. Collins does a wonderful job building a vivid world, and what descriptive text there is is broken up enough so that you have a decent idea of what the setting looks like and yet are still able to put your own imagination to good use. The dialogue is believable, the characters truly sound like real people talking.<br/><br/>--WARNING: SPOILERS--<br/><br/>4. The plot itself isn't as straightforward as one might think at first glance. I'd thought that this was going to be yet another Harry Potter-esque good vs evil thing, and the first book might seem that way, but Collins throws yet another curve ball in the second and third books and shows us that whoa, the good isn't all that good, and the bad people miiiiight not be so bad after all! I hate stories where you don't get a chance to empathize with the ""bad"" guy and understand that from his point of view, he was completely justified in doing bad things, and although Collins doesn't quite do that with President Snow, she certainly does that with Coin. She shows how Coin, having faced so much anguish in her life, feels justified to deal out harsh revenge to her oppressors, not realizing that she herself is turning into President Snow. Ah, irony, so beautifully woven in by Collins!<br/><br/>All in all, do I believe that Collins got the idea for THG while channel surfing? Umm, no. I wasn't born yesterday. But she did take the idea, no matter how unoriginal, and made it truly hers, and I can't find fault with that.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IVSSLFQAIS7R?ASIN=0439023521	Best series I've read in a long time	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I heard about the Hunger Games and how good they were I put them on my list to read. So one day I just bought the first one and started reading the first few pages. Wasn't that into it and set it down for a couple of months. But, as the popularity waned on, I had to see what all the fuss was about. So I got past those first few chapters and ended up liking it by the time Peeta was drawn to be the male tribute. Because I knew at that point that there was going to be some kind of romance. I think I officially liked it when Katniss and Peeta held hands on the chariot.<br/><br/>**Spoilers**<br/><br/>The thing about the Hunger Games series is that not only does it start with a dystopian society in which this one government has complete control over everything you do, but also throws some romance in there. When you read the first book you come away with a book full of romance drama that bleeds into the second book. But by the end of the second the events take a turn and by the third readers are reminded of the main theme that has been the central idea the whole time..But I won't spoil it there. The Hunger Games was one of the best fantasy young adult series I've read in a while. And while I like the whole series I have to say that the first book is my favorite.<br/><br/>There were a few things that annoyed me sometimes. For instance, Katniss can be a bit annoying in the beginning but a lot of her selfish thinking leads to her growing up later on in the books. Overall Katniss is a strong heroine and I do like her as a character. One thing that got to me was the prep team. They were so annoying to me but necessary to the changes that happen in Mockingjay. Katniss's constant ""Right now they're looking at us kiss in the arena"" got kind of old. We get it, they can see you kissing, talking, ect. It just got kind of annoying at times. Other than that it was really good.<br/><br/>Favorite character hands down is Peeta. Very strong, very amazing. He's just awesome. Great book, nicely written, couldn't put it down. Please please give this book a try, even if you think you don't like it a few chapters in. Give it at least a try.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SX192COJY0F6?ASIN=0439023521	Simply Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was a bit leery reading this. On one hand, the summary enticed me. Placing children in an area to fight to the death like gladiators? Intriguing! On the other hand, I've been very picky about books with rave reviews. It seems that I pick it up expecting something amazing, something that'll excite me and make me want to rant about it, but they all fall short. The Hunger Games has ended that terrible curse! It's been a long time since I finished reading a book and it really excited me. I want to grab this book and force other people to re-read it or if they've been in the dark like me, to read it.<br/><br/>Unlike other young adult novels where girl meets mystery boy and finds him creepy and repulsive and then the next chapter finds something redeemable about him and falls in love, this had none of that. In fact, it might be the closest to a real relationship I've ever read in a young adult novel in quite some time. Katniss is forced to pretend to love Peeta, a boy who already loves her unconditionally, to save her life. And Katniss isn't some frail little girl. She's tougher and more reliable than Peeta is. She can hunt and she's deadly with a bow and arrow whereas Peeta knows little to nothing about killing.<br/><br/>I glanced at some of the lower rated reviews on Goodreads for this and I think one of the complaints of one of the reviewers was that Collins didn't let Katniss go in there and take everyone out. But for me, this worked well with her character. Sure, Katniss is a killing machine when it comes to animals, but she is human and a 16 year old at that. There aren't many 16 year olds that are willing to kill even if placed in an arena where you have to: it's that shred of innocence and purity that makes Katniss, Katniss. And honestly, it would repulse me if she did go in and start killing people left and right without a thought.<br/><br/>Through the first section of the book, I could easily place the book down and go about and finish an errand. But by the time I reached the second section, that was the point of no return for me. There was no way I was going to put it down. It was such a thrill to read and exciting. The end did leave at a bit of a cliffhanger -- how were they going to cope after the games? Would they really be safe back in District 12? -- but it was perfect for the first book in a series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XFXME7L79Q3E?ASIN=0439023521	Terrific!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't remember when is the last time I actually picked up a book marketed as a young adult book, so I had a lot of reservations about reading this one.  I ended up being very glad that I started this on Saturday night because I could barely put it down!  I finished it within 24 hours and the only reason it took me that long is because I had to meet some friends for dinner on Sunday.  I almost did not go because I was so loath to put the book down.<br/><br/>Some time in the future, the North American region has been divided into 12 districts, with all districts being ruled by a central government housed in a city simply named The Capitol.  Life is hard in the districts, with people starving and having access to the bare minimum of technology that we have now.  But the lack of material comfort is nothing compared to what the residents of the each district go through each each during the annual Hunger Games, a gladiator type of reality show that pits their children against each other.  Because, you see, once upon a time, about 80 years ago, the districts banded together to try to overthrow the Capitol.  Since then, as punishment and a reminder to the districts that the Capitol holds their lives in its hands, each year, each district is required to send 2 of their children between the ages of 12 and 18 to participate in the Hunger Game, where the 24 contestants will be dropped into an over-sized arena and fight each other to the death until there is only 1 left standing.  The 1 left standing at the end can then go home to his or her district with all the favor and money the Capitol will see fit to bestow upon him or her.<br/><br/>Sounds brutal?  It definitely is.  But for a book in which the majority of the pages are devoted to describing a games where teenagers do their best to kill each other, the author manages the incredible feat of not making the violence over-the-top or gratuitous.  What happens in that arena -  as these kids battle the elements and each other to stay alive - is interesting enough to keep the readers turning the pages.  But there is also a message here - that it is possible to retain one's humanity and common decency under the most trying of circumstances.  This is demonstrated by not only Katniss and Peeta, our 2 protagonists and the contestants from District 12, but some of the minor characters as well.  It is these glimmers of common decency that we get to witness during the in some of these characters that provide the proceedings with some much needed lightness of moments of triumph. Otherwise, the Hunger Games would have been too grim and bleak for the common reader to bear.<br/><br/>In Katniss and Peeta, the author has created 2 memorable characters that are the perfect foil for each other.  Katniss, a 16-year-old coal miner's daughter who lost her father at the age of 11 and who has been the sole provider of her family since then, is definitely the more practical and calculating of the duo.  Having volunteered to join the game after her 12-year-old sister's name was called during the drawing in which the contestant's names were announced, her entire focus was on trying to survive the game so she can go back to her family.  Peeta, on the other hand, having been raised as one of the more privileged children in District 12, is more idealistic.  While survival is important to him as well, his refusal to let the Capital turn him into a monster killing machines makes him a more likable character than Katniss and the person that keeps Katniss grounded during the game.  Watching Katniss and Peeta form a tentative alliance in the man-made jungle, and seeing Katniss go from being distrustful of Peeta's every move to being willing to risk her life for him is one of the more satisfying aspects of the book.  And with all the character building and the world building that is going on, the author still manages to put in a jab at the reality-TV culture, where so-called ""celebrities"" are made overnight and judged not on their merits or talents but on how well they are able to manufacture a ""personality"" for themselves in front of the cameras.  It takes some major talent to be able to create a cast of  memorable characters, a fast-paced and interesting storyline, and so much food-for-thought within the confines of a 288 page novel.<br/><br/>This is one of those rare books that will stay with you even hours after you have closed the pages.  And I highly recommend it for anyone who craves adventure along with a dose of romance in their books.  Just make sure that you have lots of time on your hand before you sit down to read it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11176FF08RJTR?ASIN=0439023521	Hmm...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My opinion (SPOILER ALERT!!!):<br/><br/>I liked it. I won't deny that, but it's some things about it that really bothered me. Like for starters, the first person present tense. Now, I want to become a YA novelist and most of the books I've read has been in first person, but first person past tense. I find it a bit awkward, don't you? I mean, I've never heard of anyone writing as they were walking. Well, of course Katniss wasn't writing, but it was in her POV. I don't know how to explain it, I just found it very strange that it was in present tense.<br/><br/>Second, the description. She explained more about the food than the conversations. It was very unnecessary to me. Their conversations could have been unnecessary as well, but I would have rather heard that then sounding like I was reading a cookbook. The clothes explanations I understood and maybe I kind of understood about the food as well counting on the districts not really having anything good, but I just found it a little annoying is all.<br/><br/>Third, when it FINALLY went to Hunger Games, it was alright. I've read reviews where people would say it was disturbing, but I found it not to be that in the least. There are way worst disturbing things than what went down in the Games. And how could it be? Katniss basically stayed away from all the killing. And the little twist at the end had my brows raising. It was really out of nowhere. I won't say what it was, but it was still like huh?<br/><br/>Anyway, going back to Katniss and another character: Peeta. This guy, to me...I couldn't really get him, if you know what I mean. He seemed like...he was just...there. It feels like the author doesn't let his personality shine enough. He doesn't seem all that appealing at all. It's almost like he's just there just to be there. I can't really say I like Katniss all that much. She claimed she hated the Hunger Games, and who could blame her? However, she felt she had no choice (which she didn't) but to participate and smile. Smile? I know it was to get sponsors and such, but I wouldn't be able to smile and act out for the TV like in the next few days I wasn't going to be fending for my life. And then, to make matters worst, she was kissing Peeta and was very oblivious to his true feelings. It was in her POV and it was STILL obvious! The dude loved her, and she just kept saying it was all for TV. Really? Kind of stupid...<br/><br/>Well, overall, everyone has their own taste, so I say give it a try. I liked it, like I said before. I just kind of wish it was more action and was a bit more disturbing, so it can leave me feeling like I want to read it again. Though, this book didn't leave that affect on me. I'll be reading the second book soon, so look for my um...opinion then.<br/><br/>[...]Rockie[...]<br/><br/>[...] This is where you can find the original review. It's my blog and sorry if it's bad, this is an old one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R315I8BAM4OD44?ASIN=0439023521	A BRAND-NEW CLASSIC	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">You just know it when you read a pop lit that will turn into a classic!<br/><br/>Current Young Adult Pop Literature has been plagued with weak protagonists.  It seems that authors who want to make it mainstream think that humanizing their main character(s) to get more people relate to them would have to involve making them look 1) intelligent but not wise (or vice-versa), 2) self-centered, 3) good-looking but with low self-esteem, 4) the object of affection by 2 or more people, 5) the center of the universe or the direct opposite of it.<br/><br/>The protagonist of the novel is not any of that.  The protagonist starts off really strong, and surprisingly, develops even more as the story unfolds.  There are novels where you feel torn between liking or hating the main character.  In this book though, you will be rooting for the protagonist after reading the 1st 2 paragraphs.<br/><br/>Though the main plot is quite archetypal, the author has successfully stirred it in such a way that it feels fresh.<br/><br/>The author also used accessible language.  She has shown her talent by writing profoundly without the use of words which will make you whip your dictionary out of your pocket.  When some authors use sesquipedalian torrents to feign astuteness, she conveys wisdom with simple juxtaposition of words.<br/><br/>There are some books where the author would distract the ""beat"" of your reading by suddenly putting in flash-backs or describing the scene.  With this book, telling of the past and the description of the situation were all seamless.<br/><br/>In the quagmire of poorly-written Young-Adult books that plague the reading world, this book is a breath of fresh air ... a beacon of hope for future writers .. a reminder to them that breaking from the mould is sometimes worth it ...<br/><br/>I wouldn't be surprised if 20 years from now, a young reader will be reading this review while considering buying ""an old book"" because I truly believe that Katniss Everdeen will stand the test of time.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1B8KSXKB59XAZ?ASIN=0439023521	Dark, Disturbing, Sad, but well written	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought this book (kindle edition) because of the high ratings it received. What I wasn't prepared for is the utterly dark, dreary, and shocking premise of this story. It was a page turner, but I felt as if I was a rubber-necker - a person passing the scene of an accident that couldn't help straining to watch the carnage unfold. Yes, there are moments of tenderness, but they are so fleeting and surrounded by such desolation and destruction, that I found myself praying for one extended moment of joy to give me, the reader, a breather. I wished Peeta and Katniss could hold onto their fleeting interludes. I wished Gale and Katniss remained wrapped in their hunting world. I wished for an end to the desolation. Unfortunately, nothing Gold can Stay in this book and everything always went dark again. The thin veneer of hope always gave way to darker motives of the Capital, dark motives of Katniss, dark motives of humans in general.<br/><br/>Can I say it's not worth reading - no. Did I enjoy it? I'm honestly not sure. I keep likening it to the scene of an accident, where the victims might survive, but they have lost all that is dear to them, including body parts, and bits of their humanity. So, I can't reccommend or discourage one from reading this book. It's well written, as Ms. Collins is a great story teller. I think it comes down to why you read books. For me, I find enough despair and dreariness in the real world that I prefer my books to be an escape from reality, not a magnification of it. I did read the entire trilogy- especially when I found out my 12-year-old's classmates were reading this. I honestly don't know what to make of it. Great writing - gut wrenching - dreary - apocolyptic story that made me just want it to end, but at the same time, needing to reach the end because I hoped it had a brighter ending than it did a beginning and middle.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2C51N85O6CJDD?ASIN=0439023521	THE HUNGER GAMES	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Nation of Panem, was once, long ago, called North America.  Panem, has one Capitol City and 12 citizen districts. Each year, all 12 districts are forced to send one boy and one girl, between the ages of twelve and eighteen, to The Hunger Games. The Hunger Games were first devised as a punishment given out by the Capitol City to its citizens for a historical rebellion.  It is a forced celebration every year; a reminder that a revolution must never be attempted again.  The rules of the game: Twenty four tributes (contestants) are imprisoned in an outdoor arena that could hold anything from a burning desert to a frozen wasteland and other unimaginable obstacles.  Over a period of several weeks, each teenager must fight to the death.  The lone survivor is declared the winner.  The whole game is played out within the confines of the controlled environment, and is televised throughout all 12 districts.  This is the ultimate in contrived reality shows.  Over the years, the greater populace becoming numb to its horror, placing bets, and staying glued to the television.<br/><br/>When my 14 year old son told me about this series a few months ago, it sounded brutal. He said that I should read the books, that I'd like them.  I didn't read them, thinking that it was a young adult series that was probably terrific for him, but most likely not so much for me.  I was wrong.  The Hunger Games kept me sneaking in chapter whenever I had any extra time.  I am so looking forward to the upcoming cold forecasted weekend so I can stay indoors and read the 2nd in the series.<br/><br/>I almost took one star away from my 5 star review because toward the end, I started to feel as manipulated by the author's content as the players must have felt inside, The Hunger Games. However, after a 2nd thought, I replaced the fifth star - it was really a fun book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1N7JAGY5OER6T?ASIN=0439023521	Fun, Fast and Emotional	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What a fun, fast and furious read! I'm a 40-year-old father, and I loved ""Hunger Games"". My ten-year-old son loved ""Hunger Games"". And I'm betting my wife and 13-year-old daughter will love it too.<br/><br/>Katniss Everdeen lives in a North America of the near future. In this future, the American government punishes past rebellions by forcing two teenagers from each of its 12 districts to compete in an all-or-nothing competition that can have only one winner. Only one Tribute will survive...all other competitors must be eliminated...as in dead.<br/><br/>This isn't author Suzanne Collins' first go-around with a bestselling series. She's also written the ""Underland Chronicles"" and it's clear she knows how to weave an intricate story in an uncomplicated way. She does a terrific job at setting her characters' tone and depth by providing just the right amount of back-story and emotional insight in just the right doses.<br/><br/>""Hunger Games"" scores high due to a few factors:<br/><br/>It's emotional: By slowly exposing Katniss' character over the course of the entire book, Collins creates a completely three-dimensional individual. She's tough and strong, vulnerable and needy, and not once does her motivation or action feel inconsistent with her personality. Katniss' emotions are powered by her love for her sister, her growing in-game romance, and the strength of the the relationships that orbit her world.<br/><br/>It's thrilling: This ultimate game of hide-and-go-seek feels completely plausible. The action is paced extremely well...flowing smoothly from one intense scene to the next, interspersed with an appropriate amount of recovery time. All of the action is laced with Katniss' inner monologue that successfully conveys the thinking and emotion of a teenage girl caught in her circumstance. The games are violent, but I didn't feel inappropriately so considering a young reader starting at age 9 or 10.<br/><br/>It's got strong characters: Collins has surrounded Katniss with a number of bright, bold and entertaining characters. A real strength of the story is how well the characters are fleshed-out no matter how much ink each receives. Peeta is Katniss' co-Tribute from her District and he plays an extremely important part in Katniss' growth and survival. Haymitch is deftly portrayed as the often-drunk former Games champion who coaches Katniss and Peeta. Cinna is Katniss' make-up and costume designer, and makes a strong impression within very minimal time in the story.<br/><br/>I very much enjoyed this book and I'm looking forward to diving into its sequels. As soon as my son is done.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1K2XPZJXFTOZF?ASIN=0439023521	more layers than an onion, and a heroine you can't help but love	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved THE HUNGER GAMES despite myself.  I was not eager to read a book about a ""dystopia"" - dystopias are depressing.  With all the great reviews, I *knew* it would be a good book...but I was kind of dreading it anyhow.  So I started reading about Katniss, a girl-child who keeps her family from starving by illegally hunting game and trading it on the black market for bare necessities.  I liked her, and while her hard-scrabble existence was hard to read about, it wasn't all bleak: she spent her days wandering the woods with her handsome friend Gale, and evenings with her sweet sister Prim.<br/><br/>So I happily dived in, but then I started dreading the moment when things would change.  When Katniss volunteered to take Prim's place in the Hunger Games, and she'd be sent to the city to prepare.  But Collins enticed me to continue: Katniss's first experiences of the Capitol are full of fun and luxury.  She eats fine food, she marvels at advanced technology she's never seen before, she meets her stylist.  The sharp, menacing atmosphere thickens - but so does the crazy, unreal showmanship of it all.<br/><br/>So then I started to dread the end of the preparations, the beginning of the Games.  I got to like Katniss so much that the idea of seeing her hurt, or being right there with her on the page as she hurt someone else, became almost unbearable.  Of course, both of my fears came true.  But Collins kept pulling me along, interspersing scenes of real horror with calmer, sweeter interludes.  I had time to catch my breath and brace myself before the next onslaught, much like Katniss does.  The pacing of THE HUNGER GAMES is amazing - the tension ratchets up steadily, page by page, while the progress of the Games sends the reader veering about wildly on an emotional roller coaster, full of highs and lows.<br/><br/>And there are layers of complexity beyond that.  How to distinguish real feelings from false ones, when every emotion must be calibrated for the camera?  Not only does Katniss doubt everyone around her, she can't trust her own feelings: where does her bravado end and her bravery begin?  Or, for that matter, her love for Preeta - a romance manufactured for the audience that becomes more real than she'd ever expected it to be.<br/><br/>THE HUNGER GAMES is magnificent - a thought-provoking book wrapped up in a gripping adventure story.  I couldn't put it down once I'd started, and recommend it highly.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9SEEZ27G0DPQ?ASIN=0439023521	Best book I've read in years!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">In a post-apocalyptic world more reminiscent of imperial Rome than the United States, 12 districts must provide a boy and a girl each year as `tributes' to participate in the Hunger Games.  This barbaric spectacle combines elements of Survivor, The Most Dangerous Game, and gladiatorial combat with a little bit of beauty pageant thrown in. The 24 children, chosen by lottery, will fight to the death in on live TV. Only one will survive to be showered with gifts and fame. The winner's district will also be provided with extra food and provisions for the next year.<br/><br/>In impoverished district 12, once the Appalachian coal states, young people can protect their families from starvation by requesting tesseras, extra rations that may mean the difference between starvation and survival. The catch is that with each tessera comes an increased chance of being chosen in the lottery that selects who will be the tributes for the game.<br/><br/>Chosen are Katniss Everdeen, who supplements her family's meager rations with tesseras and illegal poaching, and Peeta Mellark, son of the local baker who once saved Katniss' family from starvation. During a ceremony before the games Peeta confesses to the world that he has loved Katniss since the day he first saw her.<br/><br/>Can this be true or is Peeta only angling for public sympathy to get lifesaving gifts from sponsors? How can this end well if only one can survive? What chance does Katniss have against `career' tributes who have prepared for these games since birth? These are the questions that will keep you turning pages late into the night.<br/><br/>The Hunger Game is sure to be a Newbery Award contender.  Not only is it a heart-stopping thrill ride but it addresses philosophical questions of the nature of friendship and sacrifice.<br/><br/>This is the best book I have read in years. I highly recommend it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHSAPX3S8GOQY?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games was well written and certainly grabbed your attention, a Page Turner! BUT, the subject matter, killing another person, simply was not suitable for my 12 year old granddaughter.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FZU53OITZAKW?ASIN=0439023521	Shockingly great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the last book I thought I would enjoy based on the futuristic theme of the book.  I thought this may be a book men would more likely enjoy due to the violence.  However, after persuasion by many friends, I downloaded it to my Kindle app on my phone.  I loved this book. It was well written, exciting, and insightful.  Not to mention suspensful. I'll be downloading the next two in the series today.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QMMQZOENZ7E3?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">These books are the best.  The ease of the read, the story, everything about these books is amazing.  I was lost within the pages.  It only took me about 2 days to read (I havent read anything other than a text book for 5 years).  It went by so fast I NEEDED more, I NEEDED Catching Fire.  These books will be sure to entertain, make you laugh, make you cry, but mostly these books will make you THINK.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1H4MEW28ZUGLE?ASIN=0439023521	Pretty good for a young adult novel!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought this book was really good. I actually read it in two days and couldn't put it down. I had been avoiding young adult books since the whole ""Twilight"" series came out, but I realized that I had ""The Hunger Games"" on my Kindle that I must have bought years before, so I decided to read it. I'm so glad I did. I haven't read a book that kept me so engaged in such a long time. Really good story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19WNK4UUA6UAC?ASIN=0439023521	GLUED TO MY HANDS	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of the best books I have read in a long time. I heard this was a teen book. This series was suggested to me due to the fact I enjoyed the twilight series. I am married and over 50 and in no way would restrict this book to teens. It is a cross between The Truman Show, Lost, Lord of the flies,1984, and Dune. Have nothing else planned when you start reading. My Kindle was smoking when I finished</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVNBBJNBY8INA?ASIN=0439023521	SO GOOD	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is divided into 3 different parts each with 9 chapters. The first few chapters are very good, but once the books hits Part 2... WOW. There was not a part where I got bored. There was a twist at every corner which made the book even more enjoyable. I am a loyal Harry Potter fan, but this series might be even better.<br/><br/>I can easily place this book as #1 in my favorite books list.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UVC5M1JVPL63?ASIN=0439023521	Fast read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The premise itself is fairly illogical -- if you want to keep a people from rising up against you, the VERY LAST thing you'd do is take their kids from them, because that is guaranteed to bring about the result (a major uprising) that the book keeps telling us the capitol wants to avoid. Other than that, a very fast and engaging read. We're talking Running Man for the tween and teen audience.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R342Y4OBGEF7K4?ASIN=0439023521	This book grabs you and never lets you go.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I started reading this with my granddaughter, but we didn't finish. The book kept me interested and when I bought my kindle, it was the second (third &amp; fourth) book I purchased. I was about 1/2 way into The Hunger Games when I purchased the final two in the trilogy.<br/><br/>In postapocalyptic America, specifically in District 12, we meet Katniss, her sister Prim and other important people. Katniss is 16 when it is time for the yearly event: The Hunger Games. This is sponsored by the Capitol, and is a way of reminding the 12 districts that they will never rebel again. The Capitol obliterated District 13, or so it believes.<br/><br/>When the lottery calls Primrose, Katniss's young sister, Katniss volunteers to take her place. As she stands on the podium, she remembers a boy who saved the family from starvation when she was younger. The baker's son burnt bread and then brought it to her, even though he was whipped for doing this. When she hears his name, she is stunned.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is a fight to the finish where only one of twenty-four 12-18 year olds will survive. She will have to fight Peeta for her life. Thus begins an enthralling adventure that I could not stop until I read all three books in four days.<br/><br/>There are elements of horror in the story during fighting and some very gruesome scenes as it comes to a close. Betrayal by the government who are entertained by the children fighting to kill in order to save their own lives. Romance as Peeta and Katniss are presented as star crossed lovers. Great characters with depth and histories making them very real.<br/><br/>I recommend this trilogy with 5 stars. If you buy one, buy all three.<br/><br/>Victoria Tarrani<br/>.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17Q6VN0E1NWYY?ASIN=0439023521	A great buy!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I downloaded this book because I had heard alot of great things about it.  I found the Amazon Kindle app on my phone and wanted to check it out. I had already watched the movie when I did buy the book, but I would definitely take the short time to read the book. It's quick and easy, and a great love story that build into something greater. You'll become an addict like me and read all three!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1AP7V5XRUODLJ?ASIN=0439023521	must read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I dont watch movies based on books unless I read the book so I grabbed this because a friend wanted me to see the movie with them, I couldn't put it down, finished the day I bought it, and had to read the next two just because it was so amazing.<br/><br/>It is VERY easy to visualize what the author wants you to see, and you cant help but to turn the page to see whats going to happen next.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HWJ600O7RG93?ASIN=0439023521	Great, easy read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I did not know what to expect when first purchasing this book.  I had read the synopsis but had no idea what I was getting myself into once I started it.  The book is entertaining, unpredictable (at times), and is easy to read.  It is a great book for leisure and I strongly recommending reading it on a vacation BUT you must have all of the books with you because you will fly through them.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1EE60MQZBPZ3J?ASIN=0439023521	Great suprise!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought this book because of the hype, thinking I wasted 5 dollars. To my suprise this is a really good read. I read this book in 2 days where as I normally take 5-7 days per book;just could'nt put it down! No clues to anyone who is going to read this. Just prepare to be doing nothing except read for the next 2 days. First book i've read that I even wanted to leave a review for.  Enjoy!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RM98T2FI2GFCV?ASIN=0439023521	WOW. Just what i was looking for!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have been looking for a new series to read and my friend suggested I read The Hunger Games. He told me that he couldn't put it down that's how good it was. Well two days ago I bought this book and now I have just finished it. It was so good and just what I was looking for. I have already bought the second book (Catching Fire) and can't wait to start it. Thank you so much Suzanne Collins.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HNO2ADDP6DQP?ASIN=0439023521	Holy crap, I loved this book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love dystopian stories, and that's why I wanted to read this, but I was surprised to discover that a large part of this book is a love story.  Well...love/friendship.  And I really enjoyed it because of this.  Of course, there is still suspense and action and mystery, which make this story extremely well-rounded.  Sometimes I am put off by a story told in the first person, but this one didn't bother me at all.  It actually makes it seem like the main character is in the room, relating this whole story to us in person.<br/><br/>The main character is very believable.  I was sort of expecting a kick-butt type of girl, but there's more to her than that.  Yes, she has awesome aim and can definitely kill things, but she also feels fear and gets queasy around nasty wounds, and she's human...she doesn't want to kill anybody.  I both love and hate how she can't sort out her feelings for these two guys.  I mean, I WANT her to just love Peeta already, but she can't make herself do that, which is a lot like real life.  Sometimes there's a really great person who loves you, but you're just not feelin' it.  I really hope it works out in the end, but I'll still love the trilogy if it doesn't.  I'll love it because it makes me feel these things, and only a great book can do that.<br/><br/>They've made a movie of this already, which will be out March of 2012 (as of now), and I have a feeling that people who haven't read the books are going to want to after they see the movie.  This trilogy could very well be the replacement for the Twilight series; I think it'll be extremely successful.  I read this book in 2 days!  (Which is impressive, since I work and have little kids.)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1S4BGMCXN4TUS?ASIN=0439023521	It was okay	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a good read. I must say, it took me a while to get into it as I felt the preparation for the actual Hunger Games took up most of the book and slowed the pace a bit. The characters were well crafted, and I especially liked the budding relationship between Katniss and Peeta. It felt authentic. The story just didn't grab me as I had hoped it would have, but it was still a good read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R42DTK4CPYCVG?ASIN=0439023521	Good, but unsatisfying	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book straight through in one shot. The story was pretty compelling, I liked the characters, and it was pretty well written.<br/><br/>That said, it had a few issues. I noticed some weird editing problems, for instance, on at least one occasion there was a shift of tense in the middle of a page.<br/><br/>The biggest problem I had with the book is that it just left me feeling unsatisfied. I can't say too much without spoilers, but they build up this big tension between the Capital and the characters, and it just sort of ends leaving those threads hanging, and on a down note, even.<br/><br/>I will be reading the second book. I'm sure that the way the book ends is because it's meant to head into the sequel, but I'm a believer that books in a series should stand on their own, while building into the larger arc. I don't believe the author was successful in this - it likely stands strong in the series as a whole, but without the other books it suffers.<br/><br/>All in all, reading it was an okay use of my evening.<br/><br/>As a side note, while the violence isn't described in detail, these are kids ranging from 12ish to 17ish forced to kill each other. They do die, and the author does make it so that (at least some) of the deaths aren't just ""oh, he died, moving along, now). It's probably not for younger audiences, content wise, while the writing is aimed at that level. You may at least want to read it first, to be sure. I have no problem with violence (indeed, I've read MUCH more graphic and violent books), and the violence did not detract from the book, but it's something to be aware of if you want your kid to read it.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFSN0SSFWY40T?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's the best book I have ever read! I had to keep reading it! I would recommend it to everyone! I just wish Katness would tell Petta that she loves him and it wasn't for the games she really does love him! That is the only thing I want to change about the book. But other than that I'm in love with the book. I just got it on Christmas and I have already read it twice! It never gets old!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWDQZG0FLT2FI?ASIN=0439023521	Best read in a long time	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games had by far surpassed all expectations I had for the book. I was really expecting it to be a bit dry as it is intended for teen readers. I could not have been more wrong. It is the first book in a long time that I could not put down. I wanted to keep turning the pages and see what happened next to some of my favorite characters in a book since I read Wizard's First Rule.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32ESVGB1IY96A?ASIN=0439023521	completely blown away!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm going to keep this short and sweet. I don't know what I was expecting before I began The Hunger Games, but I didn't imagine to be so blown away by the story, characters, and fantastic writing. This is by far my favorite series, ever. The author didn't shy away from the hard parts, but gave each character such depth that you can't help but feel emotionally engrossed in the tale.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7EUAZVEVX1EI?ASIN=0439023521	Much enjoyed	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I think I bought this book before it reached #1 and sat there forever.  It was in my archive waiting for a read.  Then one day at the movies I saw the trailer for the movie and thought ok... I better read it.  The problem was I could not put it down!<br/><br/>I read it in one day and moved right on to Catching Fire.  A good read for sure.  Well worth it.  I now have my wife and son reading it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJFWME27Q54B9?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4ISVPEFN4ZZP?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great Book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TPF2A427RHGY?ASIN=0439023521	Recommend	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3ZL0S3N8WWE5?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RD8AEQ0CDEZIO?ASIN=0439023521	Solid	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MPM3LIP7ABXN?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RR4V23NUMSMGR?ASIN=0439023521	Great deal	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great deal</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20V3372RRACAS?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome!!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R136G0AFLDGEW4?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it !	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it !</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BKFCPOUZ9PD8?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2P3LR9Y91Z95O?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WMAX3MIOZTBU?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R289Z4VCRS417B?ASIN=0439023521	addictive!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Addictive!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2P4IT39CUG142?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZJRWQMRS04KL?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RY7RSL5WSE881?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3N16I9N7N6HF9?ASIN=0439023521	great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">great read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32YA699CQGSHX?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18X75X57QD2ZC?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24PI9NH4HBWLO?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">great book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9U5LOUE244I3?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBJ7GXNPLULFY?ASIN=0439023521	loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">great book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2AYC5PLWXZTD7?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good Read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R46L8Q7JT5W9N?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">great read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2O9AK46CZYYRE?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">good  book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PREEJV1OW8J1?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33IPO1K8LZUF9?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10C67AA70539J?ASIN=0439023521	fantastic writing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GQ5LSOMKQ0W5?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKJBF0C0I9GS0?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QH2F5SWNYSC7?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SY8DSY45XI90?ASIN=0439023521	Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MX3YKBANY7V?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LY5E058ZVRPA?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Thank you!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28PVAMB0EF6SW?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PRE0LVUB06O6?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NKTAHKQZHDYZ?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLBAINZ2SC1SY?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fantastic!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3XLBQ8WBNEGR?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11K1JA2FB3F8S?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3J047TG1W5D7?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great Book</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRJN5IOE6724E?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great Book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1U8867U26IA8E?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R322770T63TZW7?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5XVTIIPTL7W4?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1EAMJAVW12I3?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1P16GF8HWS45P?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZT8Z3TT8NPBH?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UXIXA9A0KV8H?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15QZ47CPIU6OJ?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">great read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2E4HRQY60S692?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2D7OZFHS3SVGO?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">great book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BFTT4VL8OQ7N?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31GACIKKJPISB?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very good.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3M2W1QN2J5UJ5?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">its a cult</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R298MY5OA4ED6T?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30PD4OK5LIY4B?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">good book,</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CZL0G9T3USD5?ASIN=0439023521	Conflicted	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was conflicted about reading this series when I first heard about it; it sounded violent and horrific.  The concept truly is, but the book was so good, I read it in one sitting.  Not for the squeamish, but it could be used to fuel classroom discussion (or family) about society today, what could make a society devolve to this point, and numerous issues of humanity and what it means.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17K20OXY612DE?ASIN=0439023521	Captivating	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">With the release of the movie imminent, I can't go anywhere, turn on the television or pick up a newspaper without seeing something about The Hunger Games.  A few weeks ago in the bookstore I picked up the book to see what all the buzz was about.  Frankly, I thought the premise was kind of disgusting.  I put the book back down and walked away.<br/><br/>I teach creative writing to a group of teenagers every week.  Most of them are also avid readers and we often talk about our favorite books.  One of them asked if I had read The Hunger Games. I expressed my concerns.  The student explained how the book was about so much more.  Katniss wanted to protect her family, her community and that she was strong and determined.<br/><br/>Not wanting a creative, knowledge, thirsty student to think I was an old and nerdy adult, I downloaded the book to my Kindle that evening.<br/><br/>I couldn't put it down.  The Hunger Games is by far the most compelling book I have read in ages.  It's a story with the ability to set the reader firmly in the mindset of the characters.  It's fast moving, high tension and every chapter ends with a hook that keeps you wanting more and more and more.  On the few occasions I did have to put the book down to do something like sleep or eat, I anxiously awaited the time I could delve into the story again.  It's not often that a book draws me in so completely.<br/><br/>I'm not young and crazy enough to get tickets for the midnight showing tonight, but now that I'm half way through book two, you can bet I'll be at the movie soon. The Hunger Games is captivating.  Don't let this one pass you by.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTGQJPEP1KXZW?ASIN=0439023521	This was alright...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">To be quite honest, the only thing similar to Battle Royale is the fact adolescents are fighting to the death in a yearly event required by the government. There's not nearly as much brutality as there is in Battle Royale, but only time will tell if the movie will take it up a notch. I kept reading this book hoping for something more exciting to happen and when it did, it just wasn't enough. If you're looking for survival fiction, please look elsewhere. This is more about playing up the romance than fighting in an all out brothel. I will finish the series though, because there's something that draws me in, although I'm not quite sure what it is.<br/><br/>***SPOILER ALERT***<br/><br/>The fake romance was really unnecessary. It didn't add anything to the story, for me. Trying to get sponsors to send you things by pretending to be in love with the boy who loves you is just dumb. The survival techniques Katniss had were impressive and I think that may be what makes me like her. I liked Katniss' interaction with Rue and I was sad when Rue died. It would have been nice to see them fight together. The end of the games was enjoyable, because Cato was attacked by humanlike dogs who resemble the tributes who had already died or been killed. I liked when Katniss and Peeta decided to eat the poisonous berries to get back at the Gamemakers for changing the rules back to only having one winner when they changed it to two, if they were from the same district. I didn't like that they still kept the fake romance going after the games ended. I felt bad for Peeta at the end, because he was really in love and she never was.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1857066I2Z7AN?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book is sooo awesome and I'm barely in Chapter 4.If you love the Hunger Games as much as I do which is 100 percent,then you will lllllllllloooooooooovvvvvvvvvveeeeeeeeee this book and I'm not joking.You have to read this book imediatly other wise you will regret not reading this book or any of the other Hunger Games books.(a.k.a.The Hunger Games,Catching Fire,and Mockingjay)</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ADNJQ34V6G74?ASIN=0439023521	absolutely engaging	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">There are a few books that come to mind that grab you and don't let you go. I knew this was one of those books within the first five minutes of picking it up. I read it in five consecutive hours, page turning with a sense of urgency I haven't felt in a while.<br/>The book involves you on a very serious emotional level, you identify and sympathize with the characters immediately.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RWRUH8RMVBRG?ASIN=0439023521	Good book, but overuse of the word 'say'	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed the audio book, but one thing started to really annoy me. The author *constantly* used the word 'say' or 'says' in the dialogs.<br/><br/>For example, a common dialog would be:<br/>""blah blah"" says Peeta<br/>""blah blah"" I say<br/>""blah blah"" says Peeta<br/>""blah blah"" I say<br/><br/>It's not always necessary to mention who is talking. If there are only 2 people in a dialog, it's obvious who is talking without having to use the word ""say or ""says"".<br/><br/>And she could have used other words, such as:<br/>""blah blah"" I laughed<br/>or<br/>""blah blah"" Peeta pointed out<br/><br/>But she constantly used ""say"" or ""says"" and it sounded so amateur. It started grating on my nerves and I starting cringing whenever I heard it. Maybe I was overly sensitive about it since it was an audio book.<br/><br/>Besides that, I liked the book although I can't understand why it's considered a young adult book. No way this is the type of book for young adults!!!! Just because the book is about a 16 year old, doesn't make it a young adult book.<br/><br/>UPDATE:<br/>Here is an example from page 40 that shows what I mean with the overuse of the word 'say':<br/><br/>""Yes, there's usually some,"" I say.<br/>""Katniss, it's just hunting. You're the best hunter I know,"" says Gale.<br/>""It's not just hunting. They're armed. They think,"" I say.<br/>""So do you. And you've had more practice. Real practice,"" he says. ""You know how to kill.""<br/>""Not people,"" I say.<br/>""How different can it be, really?"" says Gale grimly.<br/><br/>6 lines of dialog...the word 'say/says' used 6 times!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RK54KPWCHJBB0?ASIN=0439023521	Love this story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was reluctant to pick up this book because it's young adult (and I assumed it was like Twilight), but it really is a nice light social commentary with a killer plot.  The characters are probably a little thin, but the world Collins created was very deep.  Great book for all ages and i think it will have lasting power.  I plan on giving it to my kids when they are old enough.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R69QU2DM1YB1X?ASIN=0439023521	NOT FOR CHILDREN!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read the book because my daughter is a librarian and insisted. The idea of children killing children was not something I cared to read about. The book is so well written you don't want to put it down. I still think it is not for anyone under the age of 18. Who decides what is appropriate for children to read/ Just because it has children in it, does not mean it is suitable.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJNQRFCX1ONZ6?ASIN=0439023521	Surprising!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I just finished the last book in the Hunger Games and it was fantastic!  I originally downloaded it because my son complained that he didn't think he would ever get to read it, he was on the waiting list at the library for so long that when he dismissed for summer break he still had not made it to the top of the waiting list!  I said well if it's that hard to get your hands on, maybe we should just buy it.  We got the first book and read it in a couple of days and then we couldn't get the second book fast enough!  The author draws you in to a world that is your own but so different from what you know that you don't recognize it at all.  The characters are well developed, and easy to relate to.  The story is completely new but has an old world feel to it.  It's just great, I cant believe I hadn't heard of it before.  The author gets her point across in a way that you feel it could actually happen.  When the world as we know it crumbles, when humanity and kindness come at a high price, how do you keep yourself?  How do you maintain your soul and your mind in a world gone mad?  Unlike some popular authors who are to afraid to kill the characters in their story Collins reveals an ugly truth; sometimes people don't make it back.  Death is inevitable in some cases.  No matter how much you love someone, or want to protect them sometimes you lose them.  The stakes are high, you lose characters you love, but in the end it all comes down to age old ideals of faith, love, hope, and humanity.<br/><br/>So in closing I would like to wish you happy reading and ""May the odds be ever in your favor!""</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NWJSQB40PSWS?ASIN=0439023521	Must Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book, it was exciting, suspenseful, kept you thinking, and I love the characters.  The author did an excellent job describing each character and everything was so detailed.  The second book was just as good and both of them I couldn't put down.  You just want to keep turning the page.  The last book was a little slow and streched but I absolutely loved the sotry</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SMGUN364OAU9?ASIN=0439023521	my fav book!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i read this book when i was in third grade and now im in fifth and i love it even more!probably cause i started harry potter in first grade so it was a hard book to live up to.i havent read a better book series than the hunger games. it was so good that i put the date the last book was coming out on, the calender( nerdy right! ) anyways buy this book you will LOVE it!!!!!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FPOC5UDDWIOF?ASIN=0439023521	Please	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Gimme a break.<br/><br/>This book was not frightening, it was not creepy, it was barely compelling. It's well written and the story moves quickly but it is not at all what I expected. All the praise and word-of-mouth I heard made me believe this would be a dark, disturbing, and fascinating tale of a post-apocalyptic fight to the death where innocent teenagers were thrown into a gladiator-style arena and forced to compete for their lives. This is the backdrop of the book but not the story. It's essentailly about a girl who camps, forages the woods for berries and rabbits, hides, gets lucky, finds herself in the right place at the right time and then ends up in a sappy, forced romance that will make you barf.<br/><br/>I never felt that the main character ""Katniss"" was ever threatened. There was plenty of contrived danger out there, but I never once worried about her. I knew all along that she would be just fine. As for the dark, creepy world the author creates, it's nothing special. Nothing you haven't read before. Teenagers killing each other: Lord of the Flies...A post-apocalypitc arena filled with gladiators: The Running Man. An oppressive governement that controls it's citizens: 25% of every book ever written. There was nothing shocking in this book - not the violence, not the circumstances, not the setting. I was not distrubed - I was just bored. In fact, the most disturbing thing about this book, is how ""disturbed"" all of the writers of these 5* reviews are.<br/><br/>This book is nothing special - it filled 4 hours, good for a long plane trip or vacation.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCTZBY7B42DD3?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm not one for Sci-Fi, but the essence and adventure of this story was captivating and overrode any hesitance I had!  You are sucked in the minute you start finish Chapter 1. I couldn't get my hands on the other 2 books fast enough, or put them down! Very descriptive and visual writing..I'm curious to see how the movie will parallel. Definitely a great series to read!</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QVB6LBWZJABI?ASIN=0439023521	A Modern Classic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">""The Hunger Games"" is a modern classic along the lines of 1984, A Brave New World, and other depictions of the horrors that could define future society. Katniss Everdeen, a teenage girl, lives in District 12. Her world is defined by the fence that surrounds her district, where most live in abject poverty and are tied to the coal mines that define the district. Katniss is able to escape through a hole in the fence of the district occasionally, able to hunt to bring back game to sustain her mother and younger sister. The lives of those in the Districts (the world is divided into the Capitol plus Districts 2-12) are controlled by the Capitol, for, in years past, the Districts rebelled against the Capitol.<br/><br/>Ever since the Rebellion, the Capitol controls the Districts through the brutal Peacekeepers as well as through the Hunger Games. This competition pits a boy and girl victor from each District against each other in a fight to the death, solely for the entertainment of those in the Capitol and to remind the Districts that the Capitol is in control. When Katniss is forced into the arena along with a boy she only knows vaguely, Peeta, she is forced to confront the true horrors of the Games as well as the power of the Capitol.<br/><br/>What happens in the Arena will forever shape the struggle of Peeta and Katniss, as they, from a forgotten, impoverished District, attempt to reconcile their upbringing and the horrors around them with one thought: only one can survive in the Hunger Games. Only one of them will return, if either returns at all....</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUCRAIBQLMD7H?ASIN=0439023521	AWESOME BOOK!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was a little skeptical about this book, because this isnt usually my genre of books, but i couldn't put it down... literally. I read this book in one day! I woke up and decided to read it, let me tell you that i did the laundry, cooked, cleaned all while reading this book!!! It was awesome, i'm getting ready to buy the other two because i just have to know more!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LLF6IZ239R9D?ASIN=0439023521	Very great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the part when catniss doesn't want to leave an d go win.<br/>But I also like the part when peeta is telling catniss how much he loves her.  I am about to read Mocking Jay your books a amazing!  Good job I bet that book took a long time to write .Suzanne your a great author.I meant to say you suck but your books are awesome I've seen you before you know me</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QH7U4PHWR123?ASIN=0439023521	amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this is my favorite book ever! if u r looking for an action packed love story, this is the series for u!!! i could never put it down!!!! this is an absolute must read. i feel bad for anyone who will never read this book. the hunger games is just  amazing and i`m pretty sure i fell in love with peeta! by the way they are making a movie about it.... so read it soon!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R321D8APOW19GP?ASIN=0439023521	I didn't just READ this book, I CONSUMED it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Like many others, I was skeptical about reading a novel for ""young adults."" I just turned 40! What am I doing reading this book? Ohhh, but I'm so glad I took the chance and downloaded it to my Kindle! It's a great story, with a great plot, great characters, lots of action... I devoured it within a couple of days. Go for it -- read it! I bet you'll like it, too.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Q96C8NBQ2BKO?ASIN=0439023521	This series is amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have heard good reviews of this series and I finally gave in and read them. I am so glad I did. This is one of my favorite series I have ever read. I couldn't stop reading, it was so addicting. I found myself wanting to know more and more. I couldn't have been happier. I love the surprises and all the details. I will recommend this series to everyone I know.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35NUS47QZEA6G?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So this book knocked my socks off. Simply told, I loved it. It was brutal at times, and I think the author was able to grasp the psychological terror of the Hunger Games. She also seemed to do a marvelous job in the romance department. I know that the story is YA, but I really enjoyed it.<br/><br/>Kindle Version: The formatting was great! No flaws that I could see.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SMDRCAI0WDY4?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put this book down. I rented it on my kindle, and only a few pages in I was already completely caught up in it. I ended up finishing it in one day, and now I can't wait to start the next book. As a warning, before you start the book you might want to make sure you have time to read the whole book, because you won't want to stop once you have started. Sometimes books that have a great start get boring towards the end, but I assure you this book didn't. It is had multiple twists and turns that kept me enthralled. Also, the ending was never expected, I couldn't wait to get to the last pages, so I could find out what happened. It was a thrilling read, and I would definitely recommend to anyone!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YHYRXPF8XZD5?ASIN=0439023521	Page turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good from beginning to end and now am reading the second one ""Catching Fire""<br/>Never saw the movie so can't compare the two, but have to think the book has more<br/>details than the movie as books usually do! All in all a good read and interesting plot<br/>that doesn't shy away from its main idea of what the Hunger Games would truly be like....</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3U4C01YS2BK8S?ASIN=0439023521	This book is definitely a good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is fantastic! Right from the beginning I knew that this book was a good book. There is something special about this book that makes me not want to put it down.It is one of the best books I have ever read.Seriously, it is a very good book.  ~ Kaylia McIntyre</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16E9ZKTJ9FKEJ?ASIN=0439023521	Had to suspend believability, but still hooked.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The rebel in me almost wanted to not like this book just because everybody else is so nuts over it. As soon as I began reading and learned that people were sending their children off to fight to the death, without starting any sort of rebellion, I really had a hard time accepting it. I mean, so what if District 13 was obliterated? You don't send your kids off to fight to the death!! Who would do that? And why is everybody evil enough to watch this as entertainment? It haunted me for days, almost as if it were really happening in the world. I thought about it while I brushed my teeth and while I drove to work. I argued about it to my husband, who had no idea what I was talking about. In the meantime, I continued reading. I accepted the fact that maybe dystopian novels just aren't my thing, but decided to give this one a chance.<br/><br/>And then I was hooked.<br/><br/>And I mean hooked. I read this book in a couple of days, even sneaking chapters in while at work. I loved Katniss' character. I half expected her to be cold and uncaring, growing up as she did. But I found her very much the opposite in her relationships with Prim, Peeta, Rue, even Haymitch. I found myself comparing her to Remy in Amanda Hocking's Hollowland, and there was a huge difference in likeability. Remy pushed everybody away...so I found this refreshing.<br/><br/>I must say I'm not looking forward to the inevitable love triangle in book 2, but God knows I'll be digging into it as soon as I get home from work.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QZOZ1BJGZDAL?ASIN=0439023521	More Than Heartwarming	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">You would expect this book to be a ""heartwarmer"" but I loved the honest insights into the dynamics of a modern family. Yes there is humor and unabashed parental pride, but these are tempered by very real issues and fears and that made for good story telling and a very satisfying read. This would be an excellent nonfiction choice for book club discussion.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1P8LH1HBBZ66D?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">although written for a younger audience, the three books in this trilogy make up an excellent story. well thought out, exciting and captivating. You identify well with the characters as we see a bit of ourselves in each of them. The story is never dull and each chapter leaves you hungry for more. Read all three books in 4 days.... wish they didn't  end.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WJN7DXYLU9NH?ASIN=0439023521	Wow, Addicting!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I started reading this book after my husband purchased it for himself. He explained the very first chapter to me and I had to read it for myself. I could not put it down once I started and finished all 3 of the books before he even had a chance to read the first.I loved it and I highly recommend this book! ...I just wish there was more than 3 books...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2L2NR09TJQZ33?ASIN=0439023521	Impossible to Put Down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've been whipping through these books, I can't put them down. So far, the first book is definitely the best. When I read the descriptive blurb on the show, I didn't think I wanted to read it, but enough people I know have enjoyed the books, so I decided to give them a try and am so glad I did.<br/><br/>Don't let the blurb turn you off. Give the book a try.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19JAKZR8X0MK9?ASIN=0439023521	Horrible plot, Children killing each other is not my idea of a decent story, don't bother	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This seemed interesting at first, but when I realized that adults were orchestrating a game which killed children, and they killed each other, I didn't finish reading it, saw the movie with someone who was curious, and couldn't believe it got such rave reviews by adults -<br/>The plot is sick!  Unless you like the idea of children killing children.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R143WKVGA4WOGC?ASIN=0439023521	Perrrty sweet!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it! The book on cd was great and easy to listen to. None of the cds had scratches and it all played beautifully!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RG08D3SGI08T5?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book because the detail and excitement made it feel so real. it is definently my absolute favourite book!!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TDT7U3O2OGL3?ASIN=0439023521	great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love this book readit like 3 times love catching fire can't wait till mocking jay come to the movies<br/><br/>Great work Suzanne Collins</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KZLC23AT0NEV?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Her writing is up there with J K Rowling. We have read the books, seen the available movies, can't wait for the last movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DPT0RWZW9WGS?ASIN=0439023521	Could not have found a better price on a new book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Book showed up in my mailbox in condition than anticipated. Very happy with my purchase. It was a Christmas present.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JISJH5D64N7A?ASIN=0439023521	Arrived sooner even though back ordered	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought this as a Christmas gift and it said it was back ordered until after Christmas.  I was very pleased when it arrived before Christmas so I could give it with the rest of the series.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R273UC97GLMSHP?ASIN=0439023521	yes!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">awesome book for collectors, super cheap! it was a great deal and now i must wait for the next 2 in collecto's edition i really hope they do sell them as this</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTR0Q0TDOQ276?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Compelling and had to keep reading it, wanted more. Different, and very cresative thinking. Articulate, but clear storyline so never lost track</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RL6OHKVBLVLM9?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It arrived with the other packages that I ordered at the same time and it was also in perfect condition!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33EGE92NB77P5?ASIN=0439023521	5/5 - LOVE IT!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i have read this trilogy quite a few times so far, it never gets old and every page is thrilling.. love, love, love it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCN8SKLOG4EEP?ASIN=0439023521	Brilliant	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not put this book down ! It was brilliant and I can't wait to finish the series !</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1O3M09ZS1IPCN?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book. I couldn't put it down. There's not too many books I can say that about :)</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GAXQGQCYJBSE?ASIN=0439023521	great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read couldn't put down, the characters were great &amp; the story was gripping all the way to the end.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36WHF386ZM1HD?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book. It explains the story a lot better than movie. Could not put it down. Already downloading the next</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3I154FM3HD6ZP?ASIN=0439023521	compelling reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've heard a lot about this series and finally took the plunge. I wasn't disappointed. I couldn't put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYRJR0RTUBP5H?ASIN=0439023521	Not just a teen read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am 53 years old and just loved this book. It is very well written. It kept me engaged the whole time.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JY4W3K0VTI3G?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Was looking for something to read post twilight (I was late to the screen and hype) these are a fantastic thought provoking read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32QK08NAIWRKZ?ASIN=0439023521	THE BEST BOOK EVER!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book because of the romance and the adventure.<br/>I would recommend this book to anyone from 12 up</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IKKVV88JX4D6?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had seen the movie then decided to read this and the others in the trilogy before watching the movie again. Far more exciting!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9AKYU3NBW1AM?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Although I had seen the movie and I knew the story line, I found the book kept me completely focused and couldn't put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30KEPM6YJJGO1?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This edition of The Hunger Games is worth the money. If you're a fan of the series, do not hold back on getting this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KJ4RG9NTADOP?ASIN=0439023521	Beautiful edition!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought this for a present and my friend loved it. It's a gorgeous book and a great collector's item if you love The Hunger Games.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QAAZI7609WJ9?ASIN=0439023521	Bought this for my Grandson	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My Grandson is 9 and loves to read!  I started him with the first in the series and he loves it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWR55IW53LQ1L?ASIN=0439023521	Loved It	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My students and I enjoyed reading this book, even students who find reading a chore couldn't put the book down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3W2O4ABXJ4YBU?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games Trilogy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it! I couldn't stop reading the books, I had to know what happened to everyone. Can't wait to read it again.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNWD3BGEFB0Y3?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved this series, just finishing the third book now, highly commend it to Dean Koontz and Stephen King fans as it has the same power of drawing you into the story</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OBV6NSMZ6L01?ASIN=0439023521	review for hunger games audio book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">the reader is not very good but the story is fine, hope she doesn't read the next 2 books of the series, reluctent to purchase for 30.00 each with same reader</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQWEUMOTHSNP3?ASIN=0439023521	fantastic book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">great read,  made you see the movie all over again and they followed this book VERY  well  It is a must to read</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AORAT3OQYFOC?ASIN=0439023521	Of course this was good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My daughter wanted to reread this book. We love the movie and the book series. It was in great condition.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TZHIEL5ALIK2?ASIN=0439023521	addictive	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The whole trilogy read in 5 days! I couldn't put it down. The movie pales in comparison...as usual. Thoroughly recommended.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5M90YZ7KY6NW?ASIN=0439023521	Great Series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is a great series. It's awesome. I highly recommend this. All three of the books are great!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QEECNPIBYGGB?ASIN=0439023521	Hooked and couldn't stop.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Once I started listening (reading) I didn't want to stop.  Hated for it too end.  I ordered book 2 right away so that I would not have a delay in the storyline.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FG6Y2ZVEULFQ?ASIN=0439023521	Loved this book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very interesting concept and indepth characters. It kept me interested (which is hard to do if the story is just so-so).</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12M25XED0NRAA?ASIN=0439023521	love the book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought this because I read the book before and loved it. The movie is great too, so this is a wonderful edition of the book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FA3BWOPUN4A4?ASIN=0439023521	it wasn't hard back	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">it was ok thanks , not a hard back like i wanted but still ok for the money thanks you</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10N0RWWMSJE04?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games Book 1	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">All Hunger Games books were a great read.  I've never seen the movie, but books are always better than the movie.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IZAAX4DC6LA0?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games: Movie Tie-In Edition	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the book -- my teenage grandson told me to read it--he thought I would enjoy it. I did.  I am looking forward to reading the 2 sequels.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1F60SLMTR8733?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Brought The Hunger Games at Amazon, received the cd in proper time and it is a great listen.I have started on the second CD of this series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2M1H7EKSGAEIO?ASIN=0439023521	Love the Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love to listen to books on CD as I am a courier and in the car all day long. Loved this story. Can't wait to start book 2!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RW0XESI8THKFY?ASIN=0439023521	great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The hunger games is an amazing series!. Each book gets better and better. Only one more to go then :-). Highly recommend this book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12LLI447EGJ6O?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games on CD a great buy!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had so much fun listening to the Hunger Games on cd as i drove home from college. The narrator does a good job, and having the story on 9 discs made it easy to manage. Very good book- made me hunger for the next one!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OH7QMK1MWSQ5?ASIN=0439023521	Happy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm loving this book.  The writing captivated me from the get go and I'm finding it hard to put it down.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PZX2T3ITDUST?ASIN=0439023521	A must read book!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins did a great job with this book. The book chronicles the journey of Katniss Everdeen as she tries to win The Hunger Games. The book is a great read!! I would highly recommend it. Read it before or after you see the movie, but you should read it.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PA37XGAK5NKY?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love these books. I am on my second book and they are hard to put down. I haven't seen the movie yet, but if it is as good as the first book it will be well worth it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15YV9H9TQ7UM4?ASIN=0439023521	Great item for Hunger Games fans	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This item is awesome.  Very classy and stylish. I just wish the other books were available in this collector's edition. It looks like a piece of simple but elegant piece of art.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IGIEODI5HTD7?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is most definitely one of my favorites. Shipped really fast. Started reading it right away and couldn't put it down. Definitely recommend!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RN4WYLOTCSZ37?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ive read in awhile	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I haven't seen the movie yet but the first book was awesome!!! I can't wait till I read the next two!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32UXB7OB9QJEP?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book series.  I'm half way through the second book.  Hunger Games book is much better than the movie. As always, easy order &amp; Great delivery.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LAJF8J6HBB5P?ASIN=0439023521	Enjoyable, easy read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read this book b/c all of the hype it's been getting. Really worthwhile and easy read. Brought it with me on vacation and finished it fairly quickly.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34HHFS4QCJ101?ASIN=0439023521	quality and quick too!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The copy I receieved was a very nice boxed edition of The Hunger Games.<br/>I received it so fast that I was very surprised and pleased.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQSRRKPZ6V1EI?ASIN=0439023521	I love it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is my first audio book and I love it!  I have already ordered book 2 and I can't wait to get it?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MWLRJJDLPSOH?ASIN=0439023521	Very good book to listen to	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed listenign to The Hunger Games the book keeps you anticipating what is going to happen next. Carolyn McCormick is a very good reader and was able to make the audio very pleasant and easy to understand.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RCTS8FEED1JZ?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful! Just wonderful!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was very interesting! From reading mainly paranormal romances then reading this, I was blown away! I actually felt like I was a character in the book watching the whole thing play out. Just mindblown!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROCHI6LLQ5UK6?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Bought book for my child who loved it. Read it in 3 days between school and homework. Would recommend this book. Read before you see movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3S3H5CPAL103M?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Incredible story with great writing. Suzanne Collins really has an imagination! The book is a spellbinding page-turner just like everyone has said. I think I read it within three days...so good I couldn't put it down. I hope the movie is just as incredible.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IJQE9DIWUERM?ASIN=0439023521	My daughter could not put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My daughter took the book and read it in 3 days. Then my wife. Now my sister in law has it. I can't get the book that I paid for!! They tell me it's awesome. And now the movie is out...and I still have not read the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Y5GT1ATBJYZ5?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book and couln't put it down.  Once I finished it, I had to read it again!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XBFXRDRMXFM9?ASIN=0439023521	Great narration!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have not read the paper version of the book. I have only listened to the cd. It is so well read, I cannot imagine that reading the book would be nearly as good.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R179TR6DI3KHT2?ASIN=0439023521	Riveting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My wife and I both thought this book was excellent, I could hardly put it down. My wife finished it in a little over a day. One of the best books I've read in the last three or four years.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GDI3Y112UXZ7?ASIN=0439023521	I couldn't stop reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of the most captivating books I have ever read.  The world that is created has so much depth and fascination, it was hard to do anything else until I got to the end.  Then, I couldn't wait to read the second one.  Can't wait for the movie!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CP34W3JBZ9BC?ASIN=0439023521	Can't believe it took me this long to read it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have never read a book so quickly! This book was amazing and I couldn't put it down! I like YA fiction but don't read them enough. This has renewed my love for YA books.<br/><br/>I've been trying to describe this book to others without giving too much away and I think it's a combination of Survivor, 1984, and The Hatchet. While we know there's going to be death, it's not gory or gruesome while still keeping the reader interested. Also, while there's a bit of romance (it's YA and therefore a given) it's not sexual or inappropriate at all. The vocabulary is appropriate for the age. The pace of the book is fast! There are no page breaks in the book. When there is a point where a time break occurs (i.e. overnight) Collins just forges ahead in the next chapter. All of the chapter endings are cliff hangers which make you want to keep reading even more!<br/><br/>Yes, it's about death and it's a YA book. If you're not sure if it's appropriate for your child to read, you read it first. Don't dismiss these books simply because of what you think you ""know"" about the plot. There are many opportunities for discussions about ""what if"" with a young adult regarding the story and how it may relate to their life. I don't understand adults who feel the need to restrict reading material based on the subject, especially if the adult hasn't read it themselves yet. It's reading! It's better than TV and video games, isn't it?!?<br/><br/>I can't wait to read the second and third books, starting as soon as this is posted! And ""may the odds be EVER in your favor!""</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RB816R4O00MFK?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read the entire book in less then a week. It was really that good. I wasn't sure what I was getting into when I got it. I got the whole set as a deal on Amazon for my kindle. I've already started the second and am looking forward to seeing what happens.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26NJB895JOA53?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you are hesitant to buy this book, don't be!! I am so happy I was recommended this book, I loved it! It is well written, interesting, can't put down, kind of books. Buy the book, I guarantee you will buy them all.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UH57GVIAREOL?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this was the best book i have ever read. I am so in love with it - i could barely put it down and looked forward to reading it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CR5G29ZMJJB6?ASIN=0439023521	Quick Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book! It was an easy read and so well written that I felt like I was in the book and fighting along with Katniss.  I am looking forward to the movie and the next 2 books in the trilogy!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OWI4D9BS8UGT?ASIN=0439023521	Great read, but definitely geared towards younger readers	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this book!  That being said, it is definitely geared towards younger readers.  Also, if you don't like violence this is not the book for you.  Anyone will enjoy the character development and the suspense, but it the book is very violent.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1T5HBUIEZ9U8Z?ASIN=0439023521	Interesting read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't expect to like this book but I ended up enjoying it after all.  It's a little on the violent side for my taste but I liked the action and adventure and it did keep me reading. For that I give it 4 out of 5!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BSIU1EQG1T9O?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome Story!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was not able to put this book down!  I read it in 2 days.  Can't wait to see the movie and<br/>also read the other two books in this series.  I have recommended it to all my friends.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JNJXCEQ9GWSO?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am completely in shock that I love such a gruesome book.  Wow!  Wish there were more than the 3.  I read them all in a week.<br/>  Suzanne Collins is a very talented author.  I'll be watching for her next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HHTIAFY7N1EJ?ASIN=0439023521	Great Job Uploading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great work to the mysterious stranger who uploaded the text on this page!  The Book Description &amp; Editorial Reviews are beautifully spaced and the Video makes a really nice touch to complement the text.  Way to go :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GGXGWKOFJIAW?ASIN=0439023521	A good formula	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Legend of the Minotaur + 1984 + The Running Man + Twilight = The Hunger Games. A very fun read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RFPXAQPPK18C?ASIN=0439023521	CANNOT WAIT FOR THE MOVIE	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What can I say that has not already been said?  this is a great read and I truly believ is the next trilogy along the lines of the twilight series.  I encourage everyone to read the book first before the movie come out!!!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20EA0D86DDX32?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games Collectors Book Review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is an amazing book, and an amazing trilogy. I was very excited to get my collectors version in order to complete the trilogy. It is an amazing book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIYCM2U1XN8SH?ASIN=0439023521	Got my son reading!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book, not so much for myself as for my son, who never fell under the spell of Harry Potter but could not put down Hunger Games. Fast-paced, efficiently written, it's a terrific novel for younger readers.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RI9CXN649GO09?ASIN=0439023521	Just, AWESOME	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book and I thought it was great. No one can defeat Katniss the girl on fire. I finished reading the second book today and it  was WAY better than the first one. Ok. I have to go. I need to go read Mockingjay :O</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16W3ZUGYEDNLU?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book! It reminded me of a combination of The Giver &amp; The Mistborn Trilogy. I think it's great for all ages &amp; is the perfect length. It makes you sink into the world &amp; keeps you going so you have to read the next book.<a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Giver-Publisher-Delacorte-Books-for-Young-Readers/dp/B004V2AWKG"">The Giver Publisher: Delacorte Books for Young Readers</a><a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Mistborn-Trilogy-Boxed-Set/dp/076536543X"">Mistborn Trilogy Boxed Set</a></span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RINCD5YK925FD?ASIN=0439023521	Great story and awesome audiobook	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The audiobook is very well narrated by Carolyn McCormick; Its fun to hear and kind of addictive. The story is super interesting and keep you engage. I will deferentially recommend this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZD9TDEPCAAP?ASIN=0439023521	very entertaining i part i found a little to of the wall	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">very good and easy too read one of my favorite fiction books akin to twilight series . i found a couple areas too far out?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16GV7G1MX5KUM?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is a great book. I had read it after a high school student suggested it to me. The whole series went very quick and I decided to buy the audiobook so my husband and I could listen to it on a trip. He also loved the book and we have been suggesting it to all of our family and friends.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10WLLILS7T1O0?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was for a gift for a relative.  They havent stopped thanking me as they were hoping to receive this for a birthday.  Thanks Amazon for helping me make her day</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UUF5ZX755IJF?ASIN=0439023521	Love the book but not the narrator	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read the print version and loved it and recently checked out the audio version from my library to listen to while working out or driving. The narrator sounds way too old to be narrating a 16 year old girl. It's almost distracting.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R269O7N5PWNIC?ASIN=0439023521	Edgy and modern young-adult story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The familiar theme of a futuristic society takes a new twist in this compelling story of 16-year-old Katniss Everdeen in District 12 of Panem, a post-apocalyptic North America.  Collins' story-line is thought-provoking and alarming, as we learn that Katniss and her male counterpart Peeta, must fight to the death against each other and 22 other District Tributes at the annual Hunger Games.<br/><br/>I was nervous while I read this book.  I could not imagine how Katniss and Peeta would manage in such a violent arena.  I worried at every turn about the dynamics between characters.<br/><br/>There are many conflicts and difficulties and how Katniss, Peeta and the other Tributes confront their problems, align with enemies and for some, ultimately fail, is both fascinating and disturbing.<br/><br/>This will make a great movie!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRBTN7TE0HOVC?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING LOVE IT	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book was spectacular! Well thought out and really interesting. LOVE IT. I was so addicted I read the whole series in a weekend:-) I would recomend this book to anyone, those who don't like it... well they're CRAZY!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TAPKK8Q3VSH4?ASIN=0439023521	Loved the book, didn't care much for the audio book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely LOVE The Hunger Games Trilogy. I've read the books many times and then purchased the audio book for a friend to listen to in her car on her route to and from work. The narrator Carolyn McCormick is awful! I couldn't stand listening to her, she did not read the story the way I read it in my head. She made the characters sound whiny. Which they are not. This is a great series and should be read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZSLCVBC5SB3H?ASIN=0439023521	Pretty good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is an interesting book and a fine way to pass some time. It's suitable for most any age. Young adult to old. I'll be getting the next two in the series for sure.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31WU94KFGGL7Q?ASIN=0439023521	Original Fan	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Unlike most people I can honestly say I have been reading the Hunger Games since it came out.. Before the movie.. before the hype I saw it on a library shelf and picked up. I felt intrigued by it and when Catching Fire came out I devoured it. I felt The Hunger Games is the best of the trilogy! Since pretty much everyone knows the story, it's simple kids fight to the death and one girl falls in love with her supposed to be enemy. Now that I saw the movie I can honestly say the book is way better than the movie.. while the movie was good it didn't have the effect the book had on me originally. This book has inspired me to read more Dystopias like Divergent and the Maze Runner!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34JLFBV7L1YWV?ASIN=0439023521	Am I The Only One Who Things This is Sorta Sick?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Maybe this is just not for me, but I stopped reading this after 150 pages, when they enter into the 'Hunger Games.'  I was frustrated; I liked the writing, I liked the main characters, I think this is a writer to watch, but when I realized I was going to be spending 150+ more pages reading about a group of 12-16 year old kids MURDERING each other, well...I found that really hard to stomach and decided to stop reading.  It makes me wonder why this doesn't bother more people.  Kids murdering kids.  I don't find that enjoyable to read.  Too bad, because I was enjoying the read until the realization of what the central action was going to be hit me.  Too dark and mean for me.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3S5XU7X917J16?ASIN=0439023521	Good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought this book as a christmas present for my sister-in-law.  She couldn't put it down.  She said it was one of those books, that once you got interested and figured out what was going on, you had to read it all.  She finished it in 3 days and went out and bought the next 2 books as well.<br/><br/>She did say the previews for the movie leave lots out.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HX9ZSDOR9KXD?ASIN=0439023521	Kill or be killed	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I put off reading this book for so long but finally gave in yesterday. The description of Hunger Games sounded too similar to Koushun Takami's Battle Royale, the book/movie I never intended to read/see. Kill or be Killed, that's the name of the game. What would you do if forced in this situation?<br/><br/>I'm glad I did finally read it. It brought tears to my eyes during a few scenes. 12 districts, one girl, one boy ages 12-18 years old picked from each district every year to fight to the death. What made this so gut-wrenching is that the author Suzanne Collins makes you like a few of the tributes but you know all of them must die but one. That was so sad to me. I won't spoil it for those that haven't read it, but man, that one scene was hard to read.<br/><br/>Makes you think, having to live that lifestyle, who in their right minds would ever have children. No one is safe. Being child-free, the game wouldn't apply to me, having to worry every year if my child would ever have to go in. So, in me saying this, there is one part in the book that I didn't agree with. One character doesn't want to be loved and have to reciprocate the feelings because she'll never be able to afford the kind of love that leads to a family, to children. Woah, stop right there! You can have that type of love without having a child, trust me!! Anyway, just my opinion.<br/><br/>This book was really great. In the process of reading Catching Fire( the next book in this series) right now.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2S5KJPWGWL8S0?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KDZF7YRB03ZB?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">good read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RT9B6TT3L1AN?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">lOVED IT.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SVQOU1KPAULB?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">excellent</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YLAVK0WLZ1DE?ASIN=0439023521	good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IR3J8Z0GPBEV?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RY8JD81RTJE57?ASIN=0439023521	Good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RB33HEJL5FSLH?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RN6KBEV7FRESE?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very good</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RB369JQ6OQQGA?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome !</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R216MTNT3M8LUV?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26CNMS4FAFD6D?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RB8E4F2BI31AT?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Q3IH24SPF8DR?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fantastic</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BDIQDVA5Y8X1?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">good read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGZJLK9H5NLOJ?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MPCEF9G2XO2I?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">good book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WWIX2T4RQZ8G?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">excellent</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1V1II8RDO3RTQ?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">LOVED IT.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2U04M67KIQCMC?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RHZLRSNDEYYE?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24L6J3LLDC9WW?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RA89HM51OTQ7N?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good book</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RL90E9P1GZHPD?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MP12X1C155GD?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21AQYMFEJV0TD?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">good book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3C38Z5LUO2XWE?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good read</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QFLJ23CJDY4O?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGVR1BOYRHZO3?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very good</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IANPPZM0JXI8?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">excellent</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13XWJ9E0SU7OT?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">excellant</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CS29ZWPRY12K?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJ4CX1GT53WK3?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1K55KHT6TZWLQ?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37HC4MVUTIU9B?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37P5F6KSFQX66?ASIN=0439023521	fantastic book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good book</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FC2N0EC8EHR5?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fantastic</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFQI5MFSWL25E?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fun read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DHKB5WS7K4D2?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">excellent</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WBOT4MR0B1F1?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">very good</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3U0VSFJOZ8X2K?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Enjoyable</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TBNQJ76RWIIP?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFASQ9YAOFCXA?ASIN=0439023521	Easy read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Inspiring</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33H9FAXWKE12L?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">excellent</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R180GGS2UYHWW0?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMPKRBMNTFZ1H?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VCS1XUZCVDDY?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BVNM5OQ8V8O3?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">good book</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26RVJ9YAI18RM?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good read</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Q0D1VZ2ROWL8?ASIN=0439023521	Good Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good Book</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R341PPST64X1JY?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very good</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1N6DQ57XJ5NLH?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">fun read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R309DWDRPDWVA2?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">speechles</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCMOP0D2EN3OD?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">LOVE THEM</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZ25ET9J0E6UF?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">nice book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXO8Q7WG4B5H0?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">good book</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RHBCTV8LJRZE?ASIN=0439023521	Thank you	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins the only thing I can say about your book is thank you. You brought a life to this book that I haven't been able to read in a few years. I actually cared about every twist turn and tragedy you wrote. For that the only thing I CAN say is thank you though the words do not hold the correct level of gratitude that I mean to convey.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GCOWP0FQPG55?ASIN=0439023521	HARRY POTTER WATCH OUT!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">24-Feb-12<br/><br/><a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Hunger-Games-Movie-Tie-in-Edition/dp/0545425115"">The Hunger Games: Movie Tie-in Edition</a> appears written for a teen/young-adult audience. As such, it is more than a worthy successor to the Harry Potter series. My daughter gave it to my convalescing wife, who recommended it to me.<br/><br/>I burned through the book in a couple evenings and want more. (Young adult audience? Pshaw. You're as young as you want to be.)<br/><br/>What I like about the book:<br/><br/> - Hunger Games is VERY fast-moving<br/><br/> - it pulls you into the story.<br/><br/> - it has a couple large-scale social messages embedded, and I hope this will get people thinking<br/><br/>What I don't like about the book:<br/><br/> - it ended<br/><br/> - (give me a minute, I'll think of something)<br/><br/>My recommendation: read it.<br/><br/>Hunger Games is suitable for pretty much any teen over the age of, say, 15 or so.<br/><br/>For parents: read it yerself. The characters are teens thrown together in a survival situation. (We've all read ""The Deadliest Game,"" haven't we?) There is really nothing racier than Ron and Hermione snogging. People have commented that the story is brutal. Think about how many characters get avadra-kadabra-ed in Potter: no blood, but they're still outa the game...<br/><br/>BTW, Amazon, though I have a KF, we read the print, no-movie-tie-in edition. It would be nice to be given the option of reviewing the original thing.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IXEWJX59QADJ?ASIN=0439023521	Terrific read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Ok - I am a little late to the party - but after watching my kids fly through this book, I had to find out<br/>what they liked so much about it.<br/><br/>It is a real page-turner - that is for sure.  With a strong female character at the helm -<br/>I am delighted to have it the #1 film for several weeks running.<br/><br/>On to Book #2!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2H96KSSFY3FG4?ASIN=0439023521	The book arrived in good condition and earlier than expected My rating is for ...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book arrived in good condition and earlier than expected  My rating is for the book itself. I think the idea came from the ""reality shows"" now on TV which really aren't reality but scripted for the desired outcome. To think children would be forced to fight each other to the death for the entertainment of the Capital is sick!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TAXXBYOVKN4U?ASIN=0439023521	Kritters Ramblings	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As a young fan of dystopian, meaning I have only read 3 dystopians, I am still hesitant to read the genre, even though I have loved each and everyone I have read.  After the hype died down for this series, I decided it was time for me to bite the bullet and try out the first in the series.  So thankful I did!<br/><br/>A story that centers around a young girl who is thrown into a do or die situation that is televised around her country.  She encounters love, evil and is torn between fighting for what is right and saving one's own self.  I was enveloped into a new world that was easily explained.  It was interesting to read about this made up country and find the similarities in the country we are currently living in.<br/><br/>With the movie on its way to theaters, I was torn as to knowing who they had cast for the characters and visualizing them myself.  I did cheat a little and check out the main characters and I guess I can't give an unbiased opinion about the cast because I read the book with the cast already in my mind, so they work for me!<br/><br/>A story that you just can't put down once you are half way through because you must see it to the bitter end.  I will be definitely picking up the next two in this series to see where Katniss ends up and where this country goes from here.  I would recommend this book to those who haven't read a dystopian for a little glimpse into the genre and to those who are definite dystopian fans.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7GTGT0DRUF?ASIN=0439023521	Terrific book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I seldom read fantasy books but this one had me hooked from the first page to the last. Very well written. I would recommend it to both teenagers and adults.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYL0WCLKJNZXG?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love stories like this, by writers who know their craft. This one is upper there in my top ten. Lots of action (especially the last half), suspense, violence that wasn't too gory, characters you really rooted for. It took me a while to get around to reading it, but now I understand what all the fuss is about. I'm grabbing #2 right away.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RH6BQWPQ5WKPI?ASIN=0439023521	BETTER THAN TWILIGHT!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm 37 and LOVE this series. I was a true Twilighter and swore I'd never find books as good as them again - I was wrong! The Hunger Games series are - dare I say? - BETTER!<br/><br/>It took a little time to accept that I'd find something to replace my Twilight love - but these books are PHENOMENAL! I hope hope hope they make movies out of them!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WA1ENO5GNB25?ASIN=0439023521	Great book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am an adult, and I loved this book. I went on a business trip recently so I had a little down time to read (have 2 small kids at home, reading does not happen alot) I read this book on the plane there and read the second one on the plane ride home. The third one should be coming in the mail today. They are very entertaining reads.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HQVE8VRD94TX?ASIN=0439023521	I Wish This Would Have Been Around When I Was a Kid	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If it was, I would have been crazy obsessed. Now, I'm only obsessed. Unfortunately, there were not many female heroins when I was a kid, reading books. I would have worshiped Katniss when I was a 14-yr-old girl. I read this because I saw the trailer for the movie and it seemed up my alley. And I had seen the book in the book stores for many years but thought it was some adult crime novel my dad would read, and so dismissed it. If I want a good read, I usually read a classic. Most modern books usually can't keep my attention or, if I'm lucky, I may like it, but not enough to make much of an impact. I think I was hooked from the first page with this book. The only page turner I've read in the last 10 years, other than 'The Help,' was this book. It's also the only book that has made me cry like a baby while reading it on an airplane. I don't think I've cried like that since they killed Buffy at the end of season 5. I don't know what it is but these books grip you with this crazy, emotional impact. I had to start reading the second book right away because I had to make sure Katniss was alright. Not many writers can make you feel so connected to the characters that they almost feel real to you, and elicit emotion.<br/><br/>I suppose Suzanne Collins wrote this too late for my childhood, but I'm glad someone finally wrote something that speaks to the girls or women who don't want to wait around to be saved.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DOVN2ZGX9O9O?ASIN=0439023521	Solid read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I must say I was very surprised at the level I enjoyed reading this book. I normally stick to business books, biographies, sports related books and have not strayed to the story world, but i enjoyed every second of this book. I could not put it down. i would highly recommend it for anyone looking to read a fast paced action packed book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ETNYBU43PAQJ?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My grandson wanted to see the movie, but before I would let him I decided to purchase the book to get what the theme was about.  There was nothing in the book that I thought might not be suitable for him.  He has read the first and second books now and we talk about them and how much he and his buddies in school also discuss the books.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RS7V1T0GJFJBL?ASIN=0439023521	Entertaining	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was entertaining enough but I didn't realize that it was a teen novel.  I'm uncertain how to rate it. If I was 15 I would probably give it 5 stars but the writing won't quite cut it for most adult readers. I'm giving it 4 stars as a compromise since I'm not the target audience. It was compelling enough that I did finish it though.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15DC4B16OP30W?ASIN=0439023521	I am so mad!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I finished this series to fast!  Read this book, and the second one, then get ready for the third!  Please take your time,<br/>I am going through ""Katniss withdrawal"".  What can I read to come close to these books?  .............. Savor them!<br/>Something like this only comes around once in a great while, enjoy. Sadly they come to an end.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R321DP1IXE3N52?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book - it was not what I thought it would be like. Initially I wasn't too excited to read it but figured it must be good after seei all the rave reviews. So I figured I'd give it a try and loved it! A little bit of suspense with a love story are perfect for me. I highly recommend it! Just startig the second book - yeah!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1O8C1OSF52PWS?ASIN=0439023521	Great story - bad binding	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book on vacation to preview it before I placed it on my classroom bookshelf.  I could not put the book down, as the story was captivating.  I would recommend it to both adults and teens.<br/><br/>The binding fell apart within the first hour of reading.  Complete pages fell out of the book.  I bought the paperback edition.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FVX0WVMLSZ27?ASIN=0439023521	Lives up to the hype	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I worried that this book couldn't live up to the hype; I'm happy to say, though, it's just as fabulous as everyone says. This is easily one of the best books I've ever read. Nothing about it falls down -- from plot to world-building, characters and imagery, this is pure brilliance. I only regret not buying the whole series at once.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ECG6MMDYH9ZE?ASIN=0439023521	AWESOME	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was great. Just plain awesome.<br/>I couldn't stop reading it. I was immediatly hooked. I was up till midnight reading it.<br/>Again, it was an awesome book. I got so into it that it seemed like the characters were real. Like this was all happening right in my room.<br/>I can't wait to read the second. Wonderful job Ms. Collins!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1L5GETR6K1L12?ASIN=0439023521	The Best Book I Have Ever Read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have read LOTS of books, and this book comes first by far.<br/><br/>The main characters are interesting and exciting.<br/>This book actually took me 2 days to read.<br/>The violence in there makes the book even better.  Chapter by chapter, you wont want to stop reading.  Most of the chapters are cliffhangers, and it is just an amazing book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RR8LNZFJ0GBMN?ASIN=0439023521	Not what I expected.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I  choose this book a whim because I needed something to entertain me while I was sick. I had no idea that it was part of a trilogy.  All the characters are well thought out.  This book reminded me of Enders Game on what that type of pressure does to children.  If you enjoyed any of the Enders Game series you will enjoy this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PTCHCFAD2XMK?ASIN=0439023521	Best $9 I've ever spent.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Perhaps the best series I have ever read, Collins kept me guessing the entire time. I wasn't sure this would be the type of book I'd like after reading the synopsis, but I was seriously wrong. I began to care about the characters as if they were dear friends, and I shamelessly shed a tear when I finished the series. A must read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSGTAYRDR63YU?ASIN=0439023521	To Kill a Mocking-jay	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Finishing the book in 2 days made me think it was good, but the more I go over the story, the weaker it appears.<br/><br/>We have this omnipotent government plucking children from their homes to fight to the death while the rest of the nation watches on tv, and there is no protest whatsoever. Mothers would rather lose their children than intervene? No rebellion by the masses? Or what, the government kills them? Civil disobedience, anyone?<br/><br/>Anyway, there are these 24 kids, which, sorry, 24?? How many are even named in the book? 7? And almost all of them are killed ""off-screen"" meaning Katniss, the main character, is not involved. She is busy eating (seriously, every other page) or faking a romance for personal gain. Nice guy Peeta has rescued her multiple times, often to his own detriment, but she can only pretend to like him. So that part was actually pretty realistic.<br/><br/>Surprisingly to me, the audience goes gaga over Katta (Peeniss?) so the rulers take a break from oppressing everyone and decide, for the first time ever, 2 kids can survive The Hunger Games! Later they reverse their decision, only to change it a 3rd time at the very end--great writing, I know--and I'm told the way they were ""forced"" to spare the young lovers angered the government so much that they come after Katniss in the next 2 books but I'll never know for sure because bleh.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VELSNXAYBNVR?ASIN=0439023521	Wow!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a rich and powerful story for all ages from 10 to 100.  It's a love story, it's historical, it's futuristic, it's compelling and competitive, it's a winner.<br/><br/>The characters captured my heart, and the plot(!!)- what a marvelous mind this author has!<br/><br/>I highly recommend the entire series.<br/><br/>Jan Green, thewordverve</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2D2D5F13T8XOY?ASIN=0439023521	Addicting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The whole series was addicting.  Once you get pulled in to the world of District 12 it is almost impossible to put the book down.  The twists and turns that the book and the series will take you on will try all of your emotions as you read.  I loved this series and have not read anything like it in quite a while.  Well worth it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1S79AUM08VB8S?ASIN=0439023521	Simply Fantastic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Okay, so maybe the premise isn't original. A dystopian society forces people to fight to the death. We've seen it in films ranging from ""Death Race 2000"" to WWE's film ""The Condemned"". Stephen King has actually written two novels under a similar premise with ""The Long Walk"" and ""The Running Man"", but forget all of those. Suzanne Collins brings new life to the idea of a forced fight to the death competition. Her characters of Katniss, Peeta, Rue, Thresh and so many others just come alive. The setting of the Arena, the cruelty of the Gamemakers, all create a sence of urgency that carries through the pages and into you the reader. This is not a novel you want to read on your lunch hour, simply because the hour will fly by, and you will not want to put the book down. Collins has a way of building the suspense throughout the novel, and really making you care about the outcome. With Katniss, Suzanne Collins has created a character you can really cheer for, but that you also feel for. This young girl is thrust into a harsh world that is literally life or death. She is cunning, and brave, but also very vulnerable.<br/>This is one of the most exciting novels I've read in ages. I highly recommend this novel, even if it doesn't sound like your normal cup of tea, give it a shot. It's the perfect novel to accompany you at the beach, or better yet on a stormy night at home.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTW7IXURKSYOI?ASIN=0439023521	For all ages (not just for young adults)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">With so many reviews about this book, I thought I'd just add what I've been telling my friends.  Amazon's recommendation's program recommended this for me, and for months, I ignored it; I assumed the young adult genre wouldn't hold my attention.  I finally listened to these books, via audible, and I was pleasantly surprised.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSRIYRFDLQPL1?ASIN=0439023521	I just LOVED this book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I know these books were focused for the teenager to young adult, but I just loved this book. When you first read the premise of what the book is about you may want to turn away, but don't! It is a story that catches hold of you and you don't want to let go! I finished the last two books in one week and I am ""hungry"" for more.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHRH3SGGQJNI5?ASIN=0439023521	I didn't think I would like it..	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">But I enjoyed this book very much. I sat down and read it in a day and a half. I thought that the subject would be too dificult for me to handle - kids that have to kill each other to stay alive themselves, with only one left standing. But I did not experience what I thought I would once I got into the book. Somehow, it's slow and methodical, but yet full of action and fast-moving at the same time. This is probably a very awful review, but I'm not quite certain how to describe this book without giving everything away.<br/>The world that the author has created is very futuristic, and yet, it is also mingled with old-fashioned, as the characters in the outlying districts seem primative compared to the futuristic Capitol city. The Capitol has convinced the districts under them that they must depend on them (the Capitol) for their very existence. There are strict laws that must be followed, and to step out of line is to risk punishment or death. A long-ago squashed rebellion by the districts has led the Capitol to implement these Hunger Games every year, involving one boy and one girl between the ages of 12-18 from each district. The purpose is to keep proving to them that the district people are nothing without the Capitol and that they can control them.<br/>The ending is open, obviously for the sequels, and I'm definitely interested in continuing the story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RF5XG9H0KPD02?ASIN=0439023521	Political Preview	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger Games shows with chilling reality a world in which a leftist government makes use of Darwinian evolution--drawn out to its logical conclusion--to help control the people. (For younger folks, the more left you go in politics, the more control the government has; the more right you go, the less control the government has. Hitler, for example, was a leftist. Kings, dictators, Communists, etc., are all leftists. On the far right is anarchy--no rule at all.) It's Orwell's 1984--only worse. Should be reading in high school English, and analyzed to warn the students of the dangers of giving government too much control.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2L6JCRKT2QVCJ?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins has crafted an incredibly written novel filled with plenty of twists and turns. When Katniss Everdeen and Peeta Mellark are picked for the annual Hunger Games, they never dream of staying alive. While competing in this deathly surviving tournament, they form an unexpected bond that ends in a twisted surprise.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DVXM0EB9551H?ASIN=0439023521	Great story, always wanted keep reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A very well written story that, the way it was written, will make you want to continue to the next chapter...and then the next...and the next, without stopping.  Each district had its distinct castes, all providing the Capitol with what they needed.  (Which, if you think about it, isn't much different from how the world currently works - it's just not as outwardly violent currently.)<br/><br/>The characters were developed quite well - even the lesser-used and somewhat less important ones, such that just enough details to understand the thoughts of the main character (Katniss) and the reasoning behind those thoughts.<br/><br/>A couple things would have improved this for me...  (1)  While there wasn't an overwhelming amount (just a little, really), some of the ""futuristic"" advanced were kind of too far out there for me.  (One example - genetically altering/creating new species with pretty much exactly the desired characteristics.  (2)  More background of what happened between the districts and the Capitol.<br/><br/>Overall, a great read...  I'm hoping this may turn into a 3 part series...  where Book 2 would concentrate on Katniss/Peeta in the position of Haymitch of a leader/guider/helper of the next Hunger Games, and Book 3 where the Districts are somehow able to rebel against the Capitol, but I'm not sure how the book 3 would really fit into Hunger Games...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQTSM2URXULEQ?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A friend recommended this book to me. I didn't think i was goimg to like it because it was so dark. as soon as I got into the second chapter I was obsessed with finishing it.  It was one of the best books I've read since the Harry Potter series. My complements to Suzanne Collins.  I can't wait to start the second book!!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21DZDCHG6MFJM?ASIN=0439023521	Twist the Knife!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I did my best to go into this book knowing nothing about it's content. I haven't involuntarily talked out loud to a book before The Hunger Games. I really suprised myself.<br/><br/>Please read this before seeing any movie based on it. It will be impossible to make it book-accurate and still be markatable to the Twilight audience.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LN9K4UPDYRF5?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is a great series. After the first chapter, I got into the book and I never wanted to put it down. When the fighting started, it was very suspenseful and I always wanted to know what was going to happen next. The book always has a twist you'd never expect which makes you want to keep reading untill you find out what actually happens.<br/><br/>I thought this book was great because of the suspense, but also occasionally there was some humor. For instance, one part Katnis ( the main character) had to drug her friend, ""Peta"" He was so clueless and by the time he found out he was knocked out. His reaction was, ""These don't taste like sugar berries, they are too sweet.."" (The berries were mashed up with a sleeping syrup).<br/><br/>The book also has some parts I don't like. As a guy, I don't like the love story type books, so I was trying to read through as fast as I could. The part where ""Katnis"", said,""After hours of coaxing, threatening, and yes kissing him......"", I don't like those kind of stories, but it leads to other good parts of the story so its a ""lose,win"". The story ends at a point where you want to read the next part the next book, but its not easy to find it because this series is popular.<br/><br/>I would recommend this book to people who would like action/suspenseful stories with a twist and also if you like the series genre.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NF8WYAG1MVMR?ASIN=0439023521	Pulled me right through the book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was great and I can't wait to start the next. I'm not much of an avid reader, nor a reader of this type of topic. I'm a chick lit kind of girl. I was pleasantly surprised how I could put the book down. I really  it in only a few days. Interesting story with an awkward love story mixed it. Read it you will like it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TGUS9S0KS8X6?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic reading!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A friend bought The Hunger Games for me to read, and after finishing it in a day, I bought Catching Fire &amp; Mockingjay on my Kindle and had them both done in 3 days.  I couldn't put the books down.  The details were so amazing and the story kept me going.  I highly recommend this book, and the other two books in the series!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33QNBZM8TDNWX?ASIN=0439023521	What are you doing reading this? Buy the book already!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you haven't read The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins yet, buy it! Devour it! Enjoy it!<br/><br/>Enough said!!<br/><br/>Thank you for writing this fantastic book!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NLOT17V2BGL4?ASIN=0439023521	Unforgettable	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is one of the best books I have read in a very long time, I finished it in less then 3 days and was reading the 2nd one right away. I love this series and will look for other books by this author for sure. If you are on the fence about reading this series get off the fence and buy them you will NOT be disappointed.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3L2IPZKTZOF5L?ASIN=0439023521	WOWZERS!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you haven't read this series, you are missing out!  I usually don't read these types of genres but I read all 3 books in this series in a less than 10 days!  It is probably one of the best books out there right now!  She is making it into a movie too and she is going to write and produce it herself!  It is so amazing!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LNNCWPAOGKVV?ASIN=0439023521	Really awesome book! I LOVE IT!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was such a good book. At first I wasn't going to read it but my friend told me they were good so I gave it a chance. My friend was right these books are soooo good. There's suspense,thrills, and loveable characters you will love! If you're into ""what the heck's gonna happen next books"" then you will love this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UAMW90ZEEQ19?ASIN=0439023521	Enjoyable, riviting and sometimes disturbing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you want a good book to read, I definitely recommend this one and it's two followers (<a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Catching-Fire/dp/0439023491"">Catching Fire</a> and <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Mockingjay/dp/0439023513"">Mockingjay</a>) even though I didn't care much for the ending in Mockingjay. The best way to know is to read and find out for yourself but I think it's definitely worth the time.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2N9F5O44X7W9I?ASIN=0439023521	nice but...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was nice though it was very inappropriate, mostly for young male readers.  Of course I still like the book but there should be an age limit for whom  reads this book.  I haven't read the other two books but I hope it will be just as great as the book hunger games is without the inappropriate part of the book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JX4C82LJTXE2?ASIN=0439023521	A Great Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is a great read.  It purports to be a book for young adults, don't let this stop you.  I almost didn't read it for that reason and I am glad I took the chance.  I was torn between reading it all in one setting and trying to stretch it out and savor the story.  Take a chance and give it a read, it will surprise you.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OTR51OAQSN1Q?ASIN=0439023521	Not Just For Young Adults	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am a middle-aged adult, but I love the young adult genre because the plot and characters don't get bogged down with sex and adult ""crap.""  Too often those things get in the way of, rather than enhance, the storyline.<br/><br/>I won't summarize the plot, other reviewers and Amazon have done a great job.  Picked up the book yesterday morning, and just finished it.  It is a riveting tale of survival, well written, well laid out.  It is a gripping tale.  The author manages to give us characters we care about, and places them in a futuristic world that seems to come to life.<br/><br/>Two things keep it from being 5 star.  It is a little intense and violent for younger readers.  Also, I have to admit I am sick to death of movies, books, and TV shows being written as part of a series.  We give the writers our time, and our attention.  We deserve some payoff.  Instead we are often left hanging or with unsatisfying endings.<br/><br/>We loved Catnip's famiy and her friend Gale right along with her.  The ending could have been far more satisfactory if she was reunited with her family in those last pages.  We are pulled in to a world where she would sacrifice her life for her sister's, but we do not get the pleasure of them reunited, as well as reuniting with her best friend and soulmate, Gale.<br/><br/>Great book, last chapter found wanting.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VV1VEEB0K0O5?ASIN=0439023521	This is the most BORING book I have ever read!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">At my school, EVERYONE was reading The Hunger Games, Catching Fire, and Mocking Jay. So I thought that I should try to read it. I downloaded the book. First off,  I couldn't picture ANYTHING. Second, there were<br/>sen<br/>tenc<br/>es lik<br/>e this.<br/>Third, NOTHING was described well. The author rushed when it came to detail.<br/>Fourth, I saw a LOT of typos. Prim's name was spelled ""PREEM"" and ""The Hunger Games"" was spelled "" The Henge Gums"".<br/><br/>Finally, the plot stunk. The whole story was a waste of my time.<br/><br/>Read WARRIORS instead. At least Erin Hunter is better than this.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMVLAIU24ZTAJ?ASIN=0439023521	good book (i don't even like sci fi)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am a huge fan of nonfiction, and rarely read science fiction.  I read this because it was recommended by a friend who is also a huge reader.  I thought it was interesting, engaging, and really got you invested in the characters and the story.  I could hardly wait to read the second book after putting this one down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GMVJCYTJO5OB?ASIN=0439023521	Hard to put down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good read, vivid characters, great storyline that grabs you in the beginning of the book and keep you there. I finish this book in a 24 hour time frame because I couldnt put it down. This book is about people having no choice and living the live that was given to them. Until one brave girl stood up to fight the odds.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R96WJFILA8PEN?ASIN=0439023521	Yes, I am one of those annoying people who loved this book...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great book. I think its very realistic, instead of chrome and flying cars in the future, most end up living in poor conditions, starving to death and being forced to fight to death.<br/><br/>  The love Peeta has for Katniss is beautiful. I have read all the boooks and they all rock.<br/>I LUV DA BOOK :D</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R147PEQV5Q76Y9?ASIN=0439023521	Halo!People!Read this review!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">All my friends had read this book long before me.<br/>They had tried to get me to read this book.What i learned you should NEVER judge a book by it's cover.Because Katniss must fight for her life.If you love sadness and love,danger,READ THIS BOOK!If i didn't read this book i would have been missing all the great stuff.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1U84FWIDNASHC?ASIN=0439023521	Best series I have read in a LONG time!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games, Catching Fire, and MockingJay make up one of the best series I have ever read! It is instantly captivating, and once you are drawn into the book it is impossible to put down. I normally don't even read science-fiction type novels, yet I loved this one and will be re-reading it over and over again!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FNPOY9E2V8ZA?ASIN=0439023521	OMW	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Judging by the amount of reviews this book already has, I don`t think you need mine (but mostly because typing on the A.K.3 drives me mad). So I just decided to say that The Hunger Games are amazing and are hard to put down. I would reccomend for teens and up. Younger readers, don't read it 'cos you'll get scared.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFSXRTJ5ROZA5?ASIN=0439023521	Favorite book-EVER!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book when it was a new release and pre-ordered the other two when they were first available. This is by far my favorite series that I have ever read. And I read alot :) I wasnt too surprised to see them being made into movies (maybe disappointed) but if I was you, I wouldnt wait, I read the books now.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VLJN3QWQ0CE5?ASIN=0439023521	Unoriginal, but good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Even though this premise has been done before (The Running Man, Battle Royale), The Hunger Games had a fresh and unique enough approach to keep me interested. Really good characters and an easy to read style kept me turning pages till the very end. I'm looking forward to reading Catching Fire and then Mockingjay.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FM1T8ACLLXJ2?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome, but didn't completely live up to the hype.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">While it was still an amazing book, if you are just considering this book because you heard how great it was, don't expect to be mind blown.<br/><br/>I enjoyed the premise. I liked how the world was portrayed. I liked Katniss and her relationships with everyone. I liked the idea of the Hunger Games. I just expected more out of The Games themself. I didn't expect her to be hiding so much. I wanted more fight, more action. This book had all the potential in the world to be full of action and suspense and it fell short for me.<br/><br/>That was the only real problem I had with the book. The premise and plot was still interesting and fast-paced enough to keep me reading well into the night.<br/><br/>Overall, it was well-written and nicely developed. I still think it's a good book and I'll definitely finish the series, it was just different than what I expected.<br/><br/>Also, those of you who are considering this book for Kindle, the text is really big. It wasn't a problem - and I actually much preferred it that way - but the large text isn't compatible with Kindle for iPod and will just show up as a black screen. If you mostly read on your actual Kindle then it shouldn't be a problem for you, but if you primarily read from the Kindle app on your iPhone or iPod touch then you will have to switch back to your Kindle to read it.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WUK3X87YOSNB?ASIN=0439023521	Great story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book had me from the beginning, it's very fast paced and interesting throughout the book. I highly enjoyed the characters from the main characters Katniss and Peeta to the side characters like her stylist Cinna and the prep team. It is not overdone with romance or action and has quite a few twists and turns.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GKMZGQGQDGIR?ASIN=0439023521	Fine book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The story is compelling and picks up steam about 1/3 through.  However, the prose is simplistic.  At times I felt like I was reading a books for tweens (maybe I was??).  The characters are immensely shallow, and there are quite a few inconsistencies.<br/><br/>Still, I was entertained through the short, light adventure.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R626K3HL455OU?ASIN=0439023521	awesome, cant put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger Games is awesome! A must read!! It keeps you captivated, I read the first book in one day because I couldn't put it down. Some parts are a little gory or sad but its all in good taste. Love this author, I'd also recommend The Geggor series by her!<br/><br/>Read this on my phones kindle app, works great!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWWKARJQKJ12G?ASIN=0439023521	THG = Best book I've read!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow! The Hunger Games is about the best book I've read so far, its better than twilight!! I love all the action and suspense in it! And all the characters! The movie was amazing too it followed the book pretty well, accept for a couple parts but oh well. Anyways if you havnt read THG you HAVE to, its Amazing!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RW392WX0PNVPX?ASIN=0439023521	Reading by hannah leeper	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am an amazing reader and i read all the hunger games in a day i read till my hearts content i love reading this book is awesome its not like the books were the main character is perfect katniss everdeen is not like them i totally reccomend this book try theother books in these series catchingfire and mocingjay</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MATTRJ3499CI?ASIN=0439023521	Great Kindle Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is such a fast paced adventure novel and series that you want to be able to read it whenever you have a spare moment. Kindle is portable, the book is on Kindle, you can read to your hearts content at every spare moment.<br/><br/>Recommend the book? Of course.<br/><br/>Recommend the Kindle version? YES!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1394KU73AGAIN?ASIN=0439023521	How Evil Can  A Government Be?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">How evil can such a government make the average person?  I think these are the two main questions that drive this story of a future nation built on the remnants of the USA where a tyrannical central city rules over outlaying populations with a combination of fear and perpetual starvation.  That helps explain the 4 instead of 5 stars -- I don't understand this capital or how it enthralls so many people. We aren't in part because our characters don't know; they simply have been living this way for an unspecified number of generations.  I also just don't buy the ""make children fight to the death"" as a form of social control.  Taking your children hostage is a much better and time-tested strategy and this feels a bit like ""The Running Man"" or ""Death Race"" warmed over for a younger audience.  The second reason I did not give this five stars is the ""End of Book One"" at the end of what I think is a perfectly fine, self contained story. I found Katniss's story and then the story of Peeta and her to be interesting and fulfilling.  So unless a lot of questions about how things got this way will be uncovered in the next book, I feel like I got involved and am now done with both of these characters.  And a note: there are no vampires here at all -- any one claiming this had not read the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TN8O1KR2KVTX?ASIN=0439023521	Much better than Twilight	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was reluctant to read this series.  I'm not a fan of science fiction and I rarely read YA books.  When a friend gave me The Hunger Games, I left it on my desk for weeks.  Once I picked it up, I was hooked within a few pages.  Good writing transcends categories.  I would recommend to anyone, 7th grade and up.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TH00MK4F7XQW?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My granddaughter suggested this book to me and from the very start of it I was captivated!  Now I will have to purchase the follow-up books. Was really excited to see that a movie is coming out this month also. I'll be sure to go just to see the words become visual!  I suggest this book to all. Enjoy!!!!!  :)</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Q0T07RIELUUH?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING! BEST BOOK EVER!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this is my altime favorite book! its got action and an amzin story line and just the writting itself is amazing! i could not put this down when i first read it! and now even after i've read it like 8 times, its still as amaing as it was the first time! beats any other book that u will want to read, i promise!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1AKLBSJ9WMY24?ASIN=0439023521	Best young adult book I've read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a book I literally could not put down.  I am a fan of young adult fiction but this tops everything I've read.  If I were a teacher I would assign this book because the discussions it could raise are nearly infinite... family, society, war, reality television, love, sacrifice, the list goes on and on.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R331VV9MKKZJC2?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't Put it Down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">These were some of the best books I have ever read. It was one of the few times in my life where I literally could not put a book down and immediately ordered the next two as soon as I finished the first. Incredible story, and I was sincerely sad when I finished the set. Looking forward to the movie in 2012!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3H9STWOHDD1UJ?ASIN=0439023521	Great Story about people and their life of learning to care and Love for each other and even their adversaries.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very enjoyable story.  People learning how to handle and overcome hardship and their own inner struggles to live and thrive through great difficulty and conflict. Looking forward to Me. Collins next novel.<br/>Thanks to Amazon for the opportunity to enjoy a Great Story by Suzanne Collins.<br/>John H. Kuhl</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FO4VLIG93AB7?ASIN=0439023521	Meh	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I know this may sound that surprising but I didn't find this book as amazing as everyone says. Don't get me wrong it is a good book, just not as good as everyone says. I think it may be because I expected so much from it that it didn't seem as good as if I would have read it without hearing about it first.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32WKWYIVFMVIR?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZINGLY FANTASTIC!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am not usually a fantasy reader, though I love fantasy movies. Being as I have been anticapating,the release of the movie, I thought I'd read the book. OMG if the movie is half as good as the book.  I read this book and coulnt put it down.,It is so captivating,your living the game. This is A MUST READ!!!</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFDZXU2YPL6JK?ASIN=0439023521	Just Wow	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I honestly have nothing negative to say about this it completly made me rethink my idea of the words thriller, page turner, and the the fraise OMG! words cannot describe the mental pictures i got. it was chilling. i think it will go down as the best book of all time. my name is silver but this earns gold.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UCI7VB7XA9UP?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games.....AND DIVERGENT	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">HELLO.....big fan of HUNGER GAMES, by all means read all 3....but there is another series too, called DIVERGENT, and the new one this may INSURGENT that will blow you away also..don't miss these 2 great series...david..[...]..look for an interview with VERONICA ROTH, who wrote INSURGENT coming soon..DAVID</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2J1QZ94AOQM52?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">love it!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17DVC3FRO4WVR?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">loved it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3575294SH3V3W?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good one</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25MNNL33YZR5G?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">wondrful</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29JNJGZO6ES06?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">LOVED!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R322N9WUSENI8N?ASIN=0439023521	Perfect	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">LOVE!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3R5QOWPU607YY?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HW74K6FUB64K?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Mmm good</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWDIUBK9N2A5L?ASIN=0439023521	great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RYC3WV61703Q?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12XFZ86N5DW3X?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2W0DKOWYG8BY4?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RY4OGL1SZYMV3?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32D07JGX58DF8?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RO5I3G91CZWM4?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">AWESOME!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKLJZY4HZ2QV5?ASIN=0439023521	Three Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Its okay</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ITTLTQLD1LWG?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R376GN2JCVEKFD?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14ZY6IHLRDLIK?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9WDSCY0R9HHH?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRAM0VTS2JJ8S?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">love it.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LUFHPU9E72ZO?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QGU615EVQGC0?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29OLTMNT30SHF?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RVZGZ1IMNAE0?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYMJTW1F2NRMC?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3D6P7V074W5PF?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">exellent</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1R1LAQ0ZLP55Y?ASIN=0439023521	Good, but not wtf $90 good...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Who's the moron that decided to put up their used copy for $90+. Seriously, DO NOT pay that much for this book. Hopefully it was just a type or something. Go to the library and check it out or just buy it new. Good grief.<br/><br/>Anyway, this book grips you from the first page. I think it's because you know what's inevitably coming and you want to get there and see how it plays out. And it plays out quite nicely, to a point. Unfortunately, I found that the ending lacked the intensity of the beginning and middle. There's a big reason why and it's part of the plot, which I don't want to reveal, but as soon as it happens, it's as though there's no longer a sense of urgency or danger. It suddenly feels safe and I didn't like that at all. I wanted to be unsure of what was going to happen, but the last third of the books seemed like a forced plot because the author wanted it to be that way and not because it was the natural direction.<br/><br/>I bought the second book, ""Catching Fire,"" but haven't brought myself to read it because I was so disappointed with the ending. That said, it's still worth a read and is much better than most of the stuff coming out these days. I think Young Adult fiction is where all the best stories are so pay special attention to this genre.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTHTG5QR2MWJI?ASIN=0439023521	fantastic writing and story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">the books captivate you.  the characters are very relatable and unpredictable.  the series is great. will suggest to all teens and their parents.  i have had a few great conversations over these books with my kids.  do not recommend for kids under 12  very graphic brutality but at least there is no sex.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RDEEVQ1RIPYS?ASIN=0439023521	Had A Difficult Time Putting This One Down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Many others have probably said the same thing, but really, this is a book that is hard to put down.  I read the book before I saw the movie, and I'm so glad I did it that way.  Both were totally worth the time, and entirely enjoyable.  I ordered the second book, and I'm planning on doing the same thing.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1V3FTZXSYY72J?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read all 3 books in the series together and recommeded the series to many people. I even had book club read it when I hosted. It is gripping &amp; twist turning. Just when you think you know what will happen it changes and you would not have been able to predict it. I can't wait for the movie to come out!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MT0NKFD4ZEA?ASIN=0439023521	Paced beautifully	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Brilliant.  This book had me on the edge of my seat by the first chapter.  I thought the subject matter would be interesting, and it certainly was.  I really enjoyed reading this work by Collins - the characters developed very well and I felt in the story.  Now it's off to read book #2, Catching Fire.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2O1B2NN40CGSZ?ASIN=0439023521	Still hungry	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">An enjoyable read. Most of the story was predictable and the end lacked a fitting payoff. Some aspects were too unrealistic for my taste.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JO4T3JVCQFOK?ASIN=0439023521	Could NOT put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After one of my 9th grade students kept raving about this novel, I finally decided to give it a try- I was soon raving about it too! This is definitely one of the best novels I've ever read, maybe THE best. I highly recommend it for anyone. It is suitable for all ages, middle school to senior adults.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11WIYIGV02AHX?ASIN=0439023521	Incredibal beyond belife!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is sooo amazing! I love every part of it, Suzanne Collins is a genius, and the world would be a black hole without her! Do yourself the favor! and READ THIS BOOK! If you have any problems with death, violence, gore, or blood, you may want to hold off a few years though. For ages 11 and up.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VMSPNBA7JCF9?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZINGLY  ADDICTIVE	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I LOVED this book. It was very interesting and ADDICTIVE. After  I started reading on Friday,I finished the whole book on Saturday.I personally LOVED this book.But I would not recommend this book for kids under 8,because it includes some gushy romance and some violence that might disturb some kids.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RREBK7D5TKV5?ASIN=0439023521	Great Series!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed reading the first book of the series, as well as the other two books.  They moved rapidly and for me engaging.  Katniss has an inner strength she doesn't know she has.  This is evident in the series.  Her inner strength shows itself on occasion, but she unwittingly keeps it hidden.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDFTQV7BXMIIB?ASIN=0439023521	awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">at first i was discouraged but then it turned the whole story around in a completely different way and if that isnt enough for you than ask yorself this is it worth it if a sixrh grader tells their english teacher to read this book and gets enough extra credit to brind up his grade from a c to an a</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KHV807GQTHVH?ASIN=0439023521	Best... Book... EVER!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book totally rocks!!! i couldn't put it down! i read the whole thing in about 2 1/2 days. I love it! It is a little long, but long books are often better (in my experience). I really want the boxed set for christmas or my b-day (i got the first book on my kindle). This book is great! i can't wait until the movie comes out on march 23rd.<br/><br/>Ok, now for the main plot. A 16 year old girl named Katniss Everdeen hunts (which is illegal) for food for her family. this book takes place in a former north america. The united states has been destroyed, leaving 13 districts. district 13 was ruined. Katniss lives in district 12, the coal mining district. Once a year, 2 teenage children (one boy, one girl aged 12 to 18) from each district are picked to participate in the hunger games. they must fight to the death. the last one standing wins wealth, fame and prosperity. **SPOILER** when katniss' younger sister, primrose, is picked to participate in the hunger games, katniss volunteers for her. afterwards... well just read the book because otherwise i will totally ruin it for you because i love this book and i will totally summarize it and ruin the suspense for those who want to read it in 2 or 3 paragraphs.<br/><br/>This is a great book! :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJ178RSZY2EYB?ASIN=0439023521	Greatest book of all time	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One word. A-M-A-Z-I-N-G! It was dramatic and suspenseful with the bit of romance it's the best book ever! Suzanne Collins is an amazing writer and I later found myself thinking that I was in the book because her riveting details and ever-growing action. The movie will possibly never do it justice.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2G79TPJRZTIW3?ASIN=0439023521	MORE PLEASE - I AM HUNGRY!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">AMAZING - I have read both books 1 and 2 and I am ready for more. The ONLY down side is this... what will I do when I finish book 3?? Do I hold the author captive like in that movie ""Misery"" and force her to keep writing?? Just a Joke of course! But really, PLEEEEEEEEASE write more Hunger Games!!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DOVEAWRKSI5A?ASIN=0439023521	Everyone should read it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's a great story. I'm going to get the second one asap. It's plot is interesting and made for bother male and female. For male they have the hunt and not to descriptive of the gorge but enough to create it in your own mind, and for the females there is a romance coming into view. wonderful book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4AZ78LSSANJO?ASIN=0439023521	couldn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book. As a college student I have little time to read for pleasure during the semester. This great story hooked me and held my attention a lot longer than I should have allowed. I read the first two books immediatly. Catching Fire, the final book in the series, couldn't come out soon enough!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7D5C6UO3GHSQ?ASIN=0439023521	Worth every word I read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My 21 year old daughter pressed me to read the series. I thought it sounded like it was trying to be Twilight (which she also talked me into reading). I LOVED the series. I don't see what the media can criticize. I love every character actor, a vey rare occurrence. Perfect fits.  Read it, see it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TIYPUOCM86G3?ASIN=0439023521	Awsome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a really good book. I look forward to reading the other two. Its a quick read, did it in two days. There is enough detail given to really get a full vision of what the Games are, how it works, and what the tributes have to go through. There is also a great love story of conflict involved.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27JDI4RO7Y0IU?ASIN=0439023521	Read in 2 seatings; couldn't stop; just ordered rest of trilogy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could NOT put this book down. Engaged from page one. Development so interesting. The place, the characters, all unfold beautifully with great pacing. I wanted more the minute it was over; so ordered the rest of the trilogy and will probably not leave my seat until I finish Book TWO. Can't wait.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12ZJM9N5VKAJR?ASIN=0439023521	These books are awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is my very fist book review on here, but I loved these books so much I had to say something.  After Reading ""The Hunger Games"" I immediately downloaded books 2 and 3.  I finished 1 &amp; 2 in one day, and I am currently working on 3.  I would highly recommend these books to anyone.  I love them.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZVDHCM34LIOC?ASIN=0439023521	best most thrilling book ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When i first started reading this book itwas a little slow but still loved it. i'm glad i found this series because i am a picky reader and for a little while i didn't like to read. this book is packed with action, saddnes, romance, suspense, and more! i couldn't put the book down for a second!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GR83BW6O5T4G?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Had to read this to see what all of the fuss was about. Was able to read the beginning for awhile like a normal book but after about the first 20 percent, I could not put it down. For the last half of the book, I honestly stayed up very late to finish because I could not put it down! LOVED IT!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3C93C9DMLLVM8?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Our book club chose The Hunger Games for our March book. It is not a book that I would have chosen on my own. I was surprised that I enjoyed it. It draws you in and before you know it you are hooked. I have just finished the second book in the series and can't wait to get started on the third.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26F4GP0QXNYYP?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Not all that interesting and enjoyable for me. My adult daughters &amp; teen-age granddaughter LOVED it. I don't like or appreciate violence - especially in children. And I don't appreciate adults being entertained by the violence of these children. Maybe it will get better by the end of the book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VBBT2SV82XK2?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This series was amazing! It is for everyone! If you like romance, you will like it. If you like action, you will like it. If you like suspense, you will like it. If you like drama, you will like it.<br/><br/>They are all books which  you can't put down. You won't regret reading these books!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17K945ITAVF8L?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It took me a while to finally read this book, after hearing such good things. I read it in one day. I could not put it down!! It is constant action and suspense! I went out and bought the following two books the next day and had finished all three in a week. You can't go wrong with this book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3C2PIZSD08GWG?ASIN=0439023521	Something different, Something for everyone	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book. If you are looking for a fast, can't put the book down read this one is for you!!!  After I read the book my daughter read it and now her boyfriend is reading it, and he never reads.  This story has something for everyone.  Read it you won't regret it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8I7T63GLOBN6?ASIN=0439023521	If you liked...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you liked The Giver, Farenheit 451, Brave New World, Ender's Game, and other similar titles...I think you will like this one too!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HW7ZB26UXKJR?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't Put it Down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I first heard about the book I was against reading it but my daugthters convinced me I would like it and they were right.  It is a fast moving book and well written.  I liked the idea that you didn't get a lot of gory details when someone dies.  Looking forward to book 2 of the trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3F9KKM4XDCTGN?ASIN=0439023521	Entertaining, couldn't put it down.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book.  The world she presents is very interesting, the main character is well developed, and the reading flows well.  The plot is riveting, making this a book hard to put down.  It was easily accessable as far as science fiction goes and is going to make a great movie here soon.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QBIZBYLS96XX?ASIN=0439023521	Incredibly Captivating	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book, and the rest of the series, was absolutely riveting.  I could not put it down once I picked it up.  The characters pulled at your heartstrings and the story line kept the pages turning.  This tragic, but heartfelt and engrossing series is one I will recommend over and over again!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FZ64ONAFGU2B?ASIN=0439023521	A great read, especially if you skip the last chapter	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">""The Hunger Games"" is an intense read - the kind you stay up late to finish, because the story is just pulling you along so tightly.  In a dystopic future that reminded me quite a bit of the short story ""The Lottery"", teens from each district are selected and forced to participate in a Survivor-style combat to the death. It's reality TV for the rich, and a tool of political control to the oppressed.<br/><br/>The author does a great job of creating incredibly compelling characters, the pacing was great, and the plot twists were wicked without seeming fake and contrived. The climax itself was perfect -- the only part of the book that seemed to let me down was the last few pages of the book, after the climax.  So much intensity and so many questions had been built into the relationships in the beginning of the book that it felt deeply unsatisfying for the book's ending pages to focus only on the romance side of things.  I've heard that this is the first book in a new series, and I understand that the author would want to leave some plot threads left to unravel -- I get that, it makes sense. But other authors find ways to do that without shoving you out of the story before it actually concludes.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18O7T8W9D4SJT?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This novel is an addictive, thrilling reading, full of surprises that will keep you from putting this book down until you finish it. The word use is easy enough for children to read, but the story is complex enough to keep adults engaged. It's fun and exciting, and I recommend it to anyone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LU2QHD9FVOIC?ASIN=0439023521	Riveting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not put the book down... I finished the trilogy in less than a week. I don't know whether the movie will be as good as the books.. it has seldom happened; but we can at least hope they capture the drama, the nerve-wrecking situations and the profound personalities of the characters.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XNTRZU4GQDDR?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't Put It Down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My husband and I read this book at the suggestion of our 12 year old daughter and her friend.  It drew us in from the first sentence.  This book is definitely a fast paced page turner that is filled with the complexities of human emotion in base life circumstances.  We highly reccommend it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNKF903RQSN9G?ASIN=0439023521	The best book ever for a low price	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I purchased the best selling book The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins and I instantly feel in love with the book.  I had gotten an Amazon Gift Card and purchased it off of Amazon for $10. I was pleased with how fast it came.  Thanksgi<br/> Amazon for getting me hooked on the hunger games.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HHHV36C1UP7A?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought the Kindle ap version for my iPad, which was a good thing because I couldn't put this book down.  Ok, I'm late to the Hunger Games party, but I made up for it because I bought the other two books and finished all 3 in about a week.  Super good read, super handy with the Kindle ap.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBQIO3LBSZCMZ?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger for more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The imagery and sense of place take you right there with all the action. Instead of the usual 'looking in the mirror' or outright telling 'she loved her family' we learn about the characters indirectly while bringing these people to life. I'm going to see the movie and grab the next books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HFJZV9P9HPFQ?ASIN=0439023521	"The ""Twilight"" of Dystopian Sci-Fi"	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The only thing I have to add is this is definitely ""not"" a contribution to the thoughtful genre of dystopian sci-fi.  But it's a fun read.  It's like vampires for Twilight - it's using the genre to tell a tale but little else.<br/><br/>And that's fine so long as you let it be what it is.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BWF2WEHUSH73?ASIN=0439023521	Entertaining, exciting and easy to read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The story has a very good pace and although some characters come off as two dimensional, the main ones have good development.  Although it's mostly written for teenagers and at times it shows, I as an adult found it fun and am looking forward to reading the next second book in the trilogy.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MOW3S9VZMHL4?ASIN=0439023521	EXTREAMLY ADDICTING!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is what I call a heroin book... it's addicting from the first time you pick it up and when its done your craving more. Just go ahead and by the other two in the series because your not going to get it out of your head until the final resolution. These books are amazing! I loved them.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDITLWXQ3GZ34?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Due to my grandson's excitement and enthusiasm about reading this book (which is rare), I decided to give it a try.  Wow!  I could not put it down and now I am hooked on the series.  Thank you Suzanne Collins for writing books that are so well written, exciting, and appealing to all ages.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RERYD0IHENKW?ASIN=0439023521	Great Story slow beginning.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I heard that this book was amazing, so i thought i would read it and i did. It was really slow and kind of boring at first but to get it over with i just read it all, it....was......amazing i didnt want to stop because of how diffrent the characters worlds are from ours. im VERY impressed</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R254166Z31MEOF?ASIN=0439023521	Slow but Okay	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I originally did not finish the book after reading the sample and then a friend forced me onward and I see why.  After the sample the book starts to pick up, although still slow.  It eventually picks up to the point where I could not put it down (Part II).  I finished the book in one day.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RAQ8L5WNEL4WZ?ASIN=0439023521	AWESOME BOOK!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My dad got me this fantastic book for my birthday.This is the best book ever! I have read many books before but this one is by far the best!!!!! I was so happy i made my dad take me to the book store to get me the next 2 books. I love this series and i think you and your children will to.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2U203FAEED6L4?ASIN=0439023521	Love, Love, Love this book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put this book down!  After finishing in a day I had to quickly download the other 2 to my kindle.  I finished all 3 books in 3 days.  The book is a little violent at times.  I really couldn't beleive that this book is a YA novel!  Would recommend to anyone.....Happy Reading  :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JXI1YEKCGO7W?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a great book! Once I started this book I could not put it down, and when I did have to put it down I would be thinking about it constantly. I am really looking forward to reading Catching Fire! This was a great story, such an interesting world Collins takes you too, just awesome.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29ZPO5BK6K0AJ?ASIN=0439023521	Disturbing yet Masterful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger Games is the first in a series of three books. I would plan on getting all three. The story is so compelling that you will want to read the next two in the series.<br/><br/>The story shared by Suzanne Collins is engaging, yet disturbing. The concept of a survival game show goes to the extreme in this future North America. As part of punishment for a failed uprising against the government all of the districts place their children in a lottery. Each year a boy and girl from each district are then placed in a massive arena to fight to the death on national television. This is a truly disturbing thing. The story follows Katniss and is told completely from her perspective. She volunteers to go into the Hunger Games when her sister 'wins' (loses really) the lottery.<br/><br/>This is also a love story between Katniss and the boy she is friends with at home and the young man who has been in love with her for years that is also forced into the Hunger Games.<br/><br/>Suzanne Collins weaves a world that is truly disturbing, yet she pulls you into this world in a way that is masterful. You won't want to put the book down. And when this book is finished you will be on your way to get the next in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1H13D88O34CO0?ASIN=0439023521	"A ""can't put down"" read!"	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book from the very beggining is a grabber! I started with the ""sample"" on my Kindle and was frantic by the end of the sample to download the book straight away. I consumed this book, not just read it. A definate buy for someone who is looking to get lost in a book for a day or two.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15FM0W4Z2DL0F?ASIN=0439023521	Interesting book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a very good book.  The only downside is that the characters built and built and just when it was getting where I really couldn't put it down, it was over.  I didn't realize it was going to be a series.  This one just came out, so now I just have to wait until the next one is done!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RACAHW3BCLLXJ?ASIN=0439023521	Gripping!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is fantastic.<br/><br/>My whole family read this. It gets you from page one and won't let go. The subsequent books aren't as good, but this one stands on its own and is great. It does leave you at the end knowing the second book is coming, which is kind of lame, but to be expected.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39G7FCNPW16K9?ASIN=0439023521	Wow!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this trilogy!  My daughter who is 12 also read it, and we have now passed it on to other family members.  I loved the detailed writing, you really felt as if you could see and touch what was there.  It was very fast paced, and you constantly were cheering for Katniss and Peeta!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30JM6KHC59VUQ?ASIN=0439023521	Survivalists	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games were very realistic for me. Being a survivalist myself, I could identify with many of the characters. I loved the descriptions of the people, outfits, makeup, and surroundings. I especially liked Rue and would have used the same strategy as her for surviving the games.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BG0SURQTSLUU?ASIN=0439023521	My favorite book ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this romantic tale of a teenager`s journey through a tragic experience is the most real and realatable story you will ever read. Katniss Everdeen battles confusion over her feelings for Peeta Mellark whlie fighting for her life. this is an amazing booj that everyone should expirience.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RX728W18ARLZ?ASIN=0439023521	amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this is probably my new favorite book. collins has a way of capturing your mind as your swept away in a triumphant battle of survival. she keeps you enticed, earning for more. i would recommend this book for any type of reader from the casual reader to the avid readers. well done</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNLP6SJ95PC8K?ASIN=0439023521	Good book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is a quick read and quite enjoyable. There's not so much relationship development in this book as there is action, which a lot of people probably prefer. I, personally, like relationships. But, this book was still very good. Lots of action, lots of twists. Very well-written.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CWRAUNDM9VOO?ASIN=0439023521	the hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'll keep it short and sweet, Loved, Loved, Loved, them. I read all three of the books, hated to see them end.<a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Hunger-Games/dp/0439023521"">The Hunger Games</a><a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Catching-Fire-The-Second-Book-of-the-Hunger-Games/dp/0439023491"">Catching Fire (The Second Book of the Hunger Games)</a><a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Mockingjay-The-Final-Book-of-The-Hunger-Games/dp/0439023513"">Mockingjay (The Final Book of The Hunger Games)</a></span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKW961NTYCT17?ASIN=0439023521	good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i thought i would hate this book. but something about it took me in. prepare for a breathtaking book. some parts almost made me cry. i wont spoil the good parts but i warn you  to not get attached to the good people in the book. this is the best book in my opinion. it is a good read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPWLILGAMVJU8?ASIN=0439023521	the BEST book ever!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">at the beginning of the book, i thought it was boring so i put it away somewhere. when i had nothing to read, i took it out and started reading again and i was HOOKED. when i finished, i was SO obsessed with it i begged my mom to get me Catching Fire. the Hunger Games is AMAZING!!!!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OGJTUNTHQ4YJ?ASIN=0439023521	Best Book Ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is probably the best book I have ever read, the story is so compelling and amazing i havent been able to put the book down. I definitely will buy the other 2 books in the trilogy, and if your thinking of buying this book, think no more and just order it you wont be disappointed.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23GUNAUGH81EA?ASIN=0439023521	Pleasantly surprised with this book, very interesting and well-written.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wasn't sure if I was going to like this at first.  It is a combination of ""The Lottery"" and ""The Most Dangerous Game.""<br/><br/>You quickly learn that the US has been through some sort of revolution that was put down and the country is now divided into the Capitol and 12 districts.  The districts are reminded of their uprising by having a lottery each year in which two children are taken from their parents and put into a battle with children from the other districts - a battle that leaves only one child alive.  This is watched on TV (ala ""The Running Man"") by the masses in the Capitol as they root for (and bet on) their favorites for that year.<br/><br/>I initially felt it was a blatant steal/ripoff of the two stories I mentioned above, but after reading a bit I was drawn into the story and began to seriously look forward to each new chapter to see how it would end.<br/><br/>On top of that, it is written in an easy-to-read style that makes the reading a pleasure and the characters are interesting and you begin to care about them and whether they will survive the games, and if so - how?<br/><br/>I dinged it one star for feeling a little ""borrowed"" but overall well worth reading.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSCGB2ILO557E?ASIN=0439023521	Great YA fiction	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Even though its a young adult book, this novel was far from juvenile. It started a bit slow, but by the time the games began I was hooked. I was especially happy that the author chose not to go with a pat, easy ending and stayed true to the world and characters she had established.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1W5K5PPWBYP11?ASIN=0439023521	Best. Book. Ever.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is so awesome! It kept me on my toes the whole time! I immediatly read the second and third book, and I love the series! It isn't about violence and kids murdering each other, its about fighting to survive, love and adventure. I would definately recommend this to someone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MID90IGX01ZF?ASIN=0439023521	Let the Games begin!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I literally read this book in about 1.5 days.  I could not put it down.  To be honest, I wasn't very impressed with the book upon first glance.  It really took more than the first chapter to ""hook"" me.  But once I was hooked, I could not stop reading.  You will not be disappointed!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R108OGTBHC0EL3?ASIN=0439023521	One of the best	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is one of the best books I have ever read - and I am a 35 year old mom of three!!  When I read the summary of it, I didn't think it would be one I liked but a friend told me how much she liked it so I gave it a try.  It was hard to put it down.  I can't wait for the next one!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QIMZN1N81U0I?ASIN=0439023521	Author cashes in on slasher romance market	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games was inspired by the merging of reality TV, the Iraq war, and Greek mythology. It was written as a warning about avoiding a bleak future of kids killing kids while other watch on in horror in America. However, this event happens every day in countries far poorer than America. It also happens mostly amongst kids with dark brown or black faces not pearly white Californians. In Africa child soldiers are forced to kill, rape and mutilate. In Central America youth gangs create their own rules regarding life and death of their peers. Susanne Collins has created nothing more than popcorn entertainment featuring a love story to hook in the millions of swooning teen girl fans. America is not at risk of going hungry, nor is at risk of sacrificing its kids for entertainment. Scholastic should be honest that this book is produced to make a ton of money cashing in on controversy and teen fandom. The author should donate all her proceeds to helping victims of child murder in countries where people are hungry and life is not a game. Don't support this series as you too will be guilty of ignorance and turning a blind eye to life's ugly realities.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15SHPFORT1AF3?ASIN=0439023521	WOW	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not put this book down. The second i was finished with the first, i ordered the last two, and am DYING for more!!! Im excited to see the movie coming up, although Im afraid it wont cut it compared to the book. Im desperately looking to find another book like this one......</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20WSFQK6FXT15?ASIN=0439023521	Couldnt be better but watch out!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I would highly recommend buying this book. Very, Very, interesting concept. Collins knows how to draw you in and keep you reading. And thats where the problem lay, especially if you have chores to do; you wont get to them until you finish the novel. Husband happy, wife mad........</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ENYNBQ2LUQVW?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING - Couldn't and Didn't Want to Put This One Down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My wife and I read through this entire trilogy in less than a month - I was a reader earlier on in life but since college, I kind of got caught up in the day to day rush of things.<br/><br/>This book trilogy provided a passion for all things written.<br/><br/>Well written, as always, Suzanne.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LCM2IF50B53W?ASIN=0439023521	great gift!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My grandmother loves to read, so I like to get her the latest books she hasn't read yet. She was happy with this book and it arrived in great condition and on time. I also got her the mermaid book marker from amazon which she also loves. I would recommend this product and seller.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQDB24XS82FJL?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book.  I am 70 years old and wondered what all the hype was about.  A friend had seen the movie and loved it.  And my granddaughter was reading it, so I wanted to know more about it.  I was spellbound and had trouble putting the book down.  I cannot wait to read the sequel.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3I6XPHU1930F3?ASIN=0439023521	Ridiculously Awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book starts ou a little slow, but once the action starts, it just keeps on coming. The characters are well-developed and interesting. The story is original and very capturing. I have read this book at least 5 times and I know I'm not going to stop anytime soon! Amazing book!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2C97JU6GWIR2O?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wasn't sure I wanted to read this book at first, but man am I glad I did! Once I started reading, I couldn't put it down! I finished the book in a total of about 3 hours, and can't wait to read books 2 and 3.  This really is a great book if you're looking for a energetic read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1USLRNRD0G23F?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't Put it Down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was so disturbing, I couldn't seem to put it down!  The characters are so thoughtfully written, that even though it is a story about a sick, twisted, murderous government, I read through it rather quickly and started immediately on the second installment of the series.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FI4X8WUW9U9R?ASIN=0439023521	Reluctant readers are going to love this!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am a middle school reading specialist and found this book on Stephanie Meyer's website. I listened to it on CD and could not turn it off. I finished it in two days (rare for me) and can't wait to get my classroom copies. I just know my reluctant readers are going to love this!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3F35E4TSUH54A?ASIN=0439023521	Reveiw The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">loved it. Very different from anything that I have read before. I found it hard to get into in the beginning, but that was probably because my head was still in the previous book read. But once I got into it, I enjoyed it very much. Am now going to read the rest of the Trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3U93VIWL6ZTD4?ASIN=0439023521	best book in a while	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put this book down once I started it. I had to immediately get the whole trilogy.  I borrowed the first one but paid for the other two and I plan to actually purchase this one so I can own the set.  Fantastic storyteller and story.  Top of my list of recommendations.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KMR6PHQXGERL?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My sister told me about it on a car ride so I decided to check it out, so I bought and had origonaly just wanted to read a bit of it to see what it was about and 6 days later, I finish the set.  Exciting and highly recommended.  Pass the word when you finish as was done for me!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1N6RZ801CV5A?ASIN=0439023521	not as great as the hype but a good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was a good read it kept me interested enought to finish the book quickly. I enjoyed the story and actually got a little teary eyed. But usually when I finish a book that I know has a sequal I feel the need to rush out buy and read the next book, not so much this time.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24ZP2HWPJKJTF?ASIN=0439023521	wow	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is more than just a book. It is a poem of life,death,love,hate,and happyness. A dramatic, well written captavating story.Thank you for making this book.When a person opens this book a hunger will begin in them…a hunger to read! All three books. LET THE HUNGER GAMES BEGIN!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17162U0DH1HJ0?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoying this book.  I got a Kindle for Christmas and this was my first purchase.  I read it over two days, could not put it down.  I was completely sucked into the story and couldn't wait to keep going with the series.  I loved Peeta's character from the beginning.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39BD0S05S6YQ0?ASIN=0439023521	Love this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was in great condition, and It is a great story couldn't put it down, I have to read the next book.  Highly recommend it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQUX3RY62CMIE?ASIN=0439023521	What a read!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book. I actually bought  of these, my wife bought me one the same day I ordered from here. Read the book before the movie, much more detail. Great condition. Its a good book no matter what the age, (well I'd say for age 14 and above). Can't wait to read the second book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Q7F9KNMM8XW1?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't stop reading it. . . lead to book two, and three	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Real page turner. . .loved it so much I finished the Trilogy in three days.  As I went to bed each night, I would think about what was to come.  Can't wait for the movie. . though I have a feeling it may disappoint as most movies do.  Our imagination is always so much better!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XAB3521LI73X?ASIN=0439023521	Fun book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm not the target demographic but Collins does a nice job with this tale of a young female hero pitted in a futuristic Lord of the Flies battle for life and dignity. Now, I get to tease my granddaughter about braiding her hair, wearing boots, and watching for trackerjackers.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2L3XGFD2EIMYB?ASIN=0439023521	the best book ever!!!!!!!!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">it was so good my eyes flew across the page sinking evrything once you start you wont stop you will fly threw the whole series in one single day then you will be tempred to write to suzzane begging to continue writing the series suzzane is one of the best athurs in all times.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TH940RDDSC2R?ASIN=0439023521	best book ever!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I started this book 2 days ago and couldnt stop reading until it was finished which was today it is a great book and i cant wait to read the other onesin the trilogy! If you havnt read this book yet then i suggest you starttoday you dont want to miss out on this amazing book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDGLLV66AZCWZ?ASIN=0439023521	wonderful!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely loved this book. It is extremely well written--the characters are well developed and believable and the romance doesn't seem fake or forced (something that bothers me in many other ""teen"" books). If you enjoyed Stephanie Meyer's ""The Host,"" you'll love this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SXHSEA6J4L6R?ASIN=0439023521	Running Man, anyone???	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games can be easily summarized as a survival story where an evil government forces children from around the country to compete in a fight to the death, broadcast on national television.<br/>The sense of deja vu I had while reading The Hunger Games was pretty overwhelming. I was a fan of the 80's film, The Running Man, about an oppresive government who offers a contest to the death. The similarities were striking though this story seemed less violence-driven and more character-driven. Going back even further, I felt there were story elements that reminded me of Shirley Jackson's The Lottery where even family can turn on each other in an annual, nightmarish ritual.<br/>It held my attention from the first chapter and was a very quick read. I had not realized until the last page that this is the first book in a series. As the story seems to screech to an abrupt halt, that gives me more optimism than the ending of the book did. I will be curious if the subsequent sequels deal with further developments in the life of Katniss or rather the mysterious, shadowy government that hides behind the false beauty of The Capitol.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TI00YLV3DJG3?ASIN=0439023521	More like a reboot of old ideas	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I found the concept behind this to be a tad similar to The Running Man. However pretty decent story otherwise. Would have liked it a bit darker but that's just personal preference. Good read would recomend. Especially being a woman I thought the main character was life-like.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37805Q0QZHWQ7?ASIN=0439023521	"Fun with ""Hunger Games"""	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had just finished reading ""Anna Karenina,"" so I was hoping for something entertaining and not too deep. This was exactly that. The characters were engaging, the action was fast paced, and if a reader engages in any intellectual reflection, he's over-reading. It's just fun.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1AZ4UPMB32NTI?ASIN=0439023521	Catching	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Much better than the film (although the film is also quite good). The main characters and the story are deeper developed, with some interesting plots that don't appear at the film. It's good that there is a second an a third part, because when you finish it you ask for more.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3322XFQ0II0A?ASIN=0439023521	Finally, something I can enjoy!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I used to love Stephen King.  I miss the way he wrote.  These books reminded me of his earlier style and have gone through them in no time.  They flowed well and never got boring.  Quick, read these before Hollywood destroys them with their anorexic, uninteresting actors! :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R373K2XOGNWB6H?ASIN=0439023521	Suspenseful beginning to end	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this book! It was very well written, and while its for adolescents, its themes are very adult. No point in the story lags, and I felt compelled to read until exhaustion, hunger or work forced me to stop. I highly recommend this book to teens ages 15 to 99!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1F7KZ66A1FQHO?ASIN=0439023521	Very well done-you could understand K.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was the third best series I have ever read.  You could really understand Katniss.  Everyone was going on about how violent it was, but it really wasn't.  I really liked it and the second one too.  I haven't read the tird one yet, but I plan to soon.  I really liked it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R158N0BHIJXBTT?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was purchased because I am a Para-educator in a high school setting. The 10th graders used this book as an assignment. I truly enjoyed the book. I received the used book in very good shape. I have order the next two in the trilogy. I recommend this book to others.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2W46N1S56O5IC?ASIN=0439023521	I read this whole book in only one night!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hungar Games is a magnifiscent novel that is creative and original. it looks at the future, and in my mind points out and exaderates some ofthe problems in our present world that most americans dont even  realize  exist. i highly rccomend this to people over the age of  12.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RM9HACMITZO8L?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was not interested in reading this book at first, but after hearing great things I decided to give it a chance. I could not put it down! I regret not reading it sooner. I highly recommend this book and suggest everyone reads it before the movie comes out March 23, 2012.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R370JISWP2A99M?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was curious about this book because of the great reviews, but hesitant to read this book because of the the idea of fighting to the death.  However, this book is fantastic.  The story is great! Once you read this book you will want to keep ready the entire trilogy. Enjoy!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RI5DSXBB36I81?ASIN=0439023521	I Can't Believe How Much I Loved This Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Let me start by saying that this is not a book I would normally pick up.  The subject matter put me off for months and I just couldn't see myself enjoying it at all.  I am elated to no end that I finally downloaded a sample.  I haven't read a book so fast in my entire life.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNXZ4M38JH25G?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Downloading books to my Kindle is so convenient, easy and fast.  No waiting on lists or going out to shop.  The story was very unique, a little different than the types of books I usually read.  I enjoyed it very much, and am currently reading the final book in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12E978TGRNZ61?ASIN=0439023521	Loved this trilogy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well conceived and well written, this trilogy about post-apocalyptic America is fast-reading and compelling. I recommend all three books to any reader over the age of 13, and as others have noted, they're especially good because they feature a strong female protagonist.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIWOVM22093YT?ASIN=0439023521	Read it. (4/5 - Good)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Ok, so the story is interesting. The universe is special. The characters are strong. It's a good read, BUT I will not read the next 2 books. There is a lot of hype around this book, but that's not really saying anything good about it... Still, you should probably read it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJLYND2OACKQD?ASIN=0439023521	good, but has similarities to others	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">a really good book with plenty of drama, action, and excitement, with some romance and post apocalypticism (i dont know if thats a word) thrown in. definitely inspired by running man, battle royale, and in a way saw, cube, those kinds of movies. overall good, a pg-13 book</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDS1K2TI76TKP?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is my favorite book of all time! I read it in like a week. If yu are the kind of person that loves advemture and suspense than this book is right for you. The story contains adventure, love, and suspense.  fell in love with this book and you will too!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VU6PXJP5FK89?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I purchased this book months ago but didnt have the time to read it until a couple of days ago and I must say I loved it! Once I started reading it I couldnt put it down and immediately started Catching Fire. In my personal opinion I enjoyed the book more than the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8FWK3VP4PLWV?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was compelling from beginning to end. Its rare that I find a book that I read all the way through without stopping but this one did it. Halfway through I bought the other 2 books so I wouldn't have to wait. Her  characters have depth that engage you right away.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6DH8SR525BD3?ASIN=0439023521	Captivating	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I purchased this ebook on the ratings it received and I was not disappointed, in fact after reading half way through the book I mmediately went ahead and bought the two.  I've never been into sci-fi but would absolutely recommend this book to both teens and adults alike.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AH9EO85WUQYE?ASIN=0439023521	Now I'm obsessed...no turning back now.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow, I've been kind of going through a reading lull. It's been quite awhile since I actually read a book that I enjoyed and this was it! I couldn't put it down, and I even lost sleep so I could read it. I'm working on number 2 right now, which will not disappoint either.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VGJLEQ0D6O55?ASIN=0439023521	Good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was aware of all the hunger games hoopla but didn't take the time to read it until my 11 year old started the series.  I was pleasantly surprised, found this series to be much more interesting to me than other books that have become movie blockbusters in recent years.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDAY79GOW34TJ?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had seen the movie first and was anxious to read the book. I really enjoyed it even though I already knew the story line. It kept me wanting to know more about what happens to Peeta and Katniss. I'm already reading the 3rd book. I would definitely recommend this book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1L5B73OO2FBED?ASIN=0439023521	A Great Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought the book The Hunger Games was a great read.  I became hooked as soon as I opened the paper back.  The first couple of chapters were slow I htought, but once I got through them, I could not put it down.  I suggest this book for teenagers and adults of all ages.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3245NDTUQ1CE0?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved this book!! Got it for my Kindle, can't wait to read the next one. It was entertaining for all ages as my 10 year old and husband have both read it and like it as well. Lots of details and info packed in, without boring you to death as some do.. Very well written!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SILHNOJ7YNCC?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent and Easy Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent book! The writer is very precise and descriptive. The hunger games book flows well and leaves you wanting more. I could not put it down. The. Characters draws you in. Well written, captivating, and and riveting! The series is a trilogy, each book well written!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PQ14BNG9SJF8?ASIN=0439023521	Thrilling book that is impossible to put down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This novel manages to combine brutality and humanity in a way that is illustrated beautifully. It took me a total of two days to read this book for the mere fact that I could not stop reading. I suggest this book because it seems so relevant to how society could become.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XU0YULA43HU3?ASIN=0439023521	great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">without going into grat detail, this book is a page turner. Once i picked it up i didnt want to put it down. It is a great book and i recommend it to everyone. I really hope the second book in the trilogy comes to the kindle store soon sice it has already been released!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SZ42EM8LUVCE?ASIN=0439023521	the first book is greattttttt!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is my favorite book! This is the best book I have ever read! It really, shows meaning!<br/><br/>I rated this book on a five star because it doesn't deserve any less because it is inspirational and tells so, many, details that I'm actually, living into the book!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGETMZ2N8DWOY?ASIN=0439023521	The writing was terrible	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The ideas of this book had so much potential, but the writing was terrible. This is one of the few times that I preferred the film over the book because it addressed issues that the book just glossed over despite the importance to the plot. I will not read the sequels.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3L6X7RYX37FY5?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text""><a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Hunger-Games/dp/0439023521"">The Hunger Games</a> This book is so awesome! I'm just about done with it and wish it went on. So I bought the next two books in the series and can't wait to start them! I did hear that the second one is kind of slow but I'm still looking forward to it!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KE46042EW3HJ?ASIN=0439023521	I am glad I bought this book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is my dream book and I'm glad I bought it.  I was not so sure about itbatbfirst but I just st down and started to read it and got really into it.  I am a preteen and it was appropriate for kids my age.  My dad, mom, 5th grade brother read it and they loved it too.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33CZR99ZKYZ9F?ASIN=0439023521	could not get my eyes off the book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">when i first saw the book i ignored it then a couple months after i saw the movie commerical i rushd to get it it only took me 2 hrs to read and im only 12 yrs old i have to say this is so far my favourite book of all time. now im just waiting for the movie to come out</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PDAYP2G2A09V?ASIN=0439023521	The best dystopian series out there	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games will have you hungry for more.  If you start one book, you should make sure you're comfortable, because you'll want to read the whole series. I wasn't much of a dystopian fan, but this book changed my mind.  Suzanne Collins is a brilliant story teller.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1B7V94Z07PCUR?ASIN=0439023521	unbelievably Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I do  not write long reviews, and though I am sticking to that here, I cannot begin to say how much I loved this book! Great characters, great story, riveting excitement, a little love and a ending to keep me going to the next in the series. Katniss is my new heroine!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24PU1ALZJPZJA?ASIN=0439023521	This was a Great Book!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am suprised at what a good book this is.  A little slow to start with, but once you get going you cannot put it down.  For anyone who wants an exciting read, this is the book for you.  I can't wait for the next book.  The end of this book leaves you ready for more.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10HAQ1XN74WMX?ASIN=0439023521	Great great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">super super super super good<br/>I really liked it but there was a LOT of blood and killing in it even that was pretty cool but over all it was really  gruesome.<br/>it was really really exciting and a real good story<br/>you probably will like it I really like it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HVK0XJTF0J66?ASIN=0439023521	Best Series Since Harry Potter	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Five stars all across the board! Loved it, the plot, the setting the characters...everything! Just finished the third in the series MockingJay. This series has literally passed through our house like a case of the flu. Pick it up and give it a try- you won't be sorry.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OYAR8U1FNYO4?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down and ordered the others in the trilogy!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Absolutely loved this book, which is odd because I don't usually like this sort of thing. Once started, it was impossible to put down! I HAD to know what happened to the resilient and amazing Katniss! My teenage daughter insisted I read this and I am so glad she did!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2B629BHFUC04E?ASIN=0439023521	speechless...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Not a big reader but i got this book and loved it from the go complete page turner now ive bought the second<a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Catching-Fire-The-Second-Book-of-the-Hunger-Games/dp/0439023491"">Catching Fire (The Second Book of the Hunger Games)</a> and look forward to the third! <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Mockingjay-The-Hunger-Games-Book-3/dp/0439023513"">Mockingjay (The Hunger Games, Book 3)</a></span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VE6CZLGYAWQZ?ASIN=0439023521	For all!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have recommended this series to co-workers, friends, family, everyone of every background and age group, and not 1 has told me they didn't LOVE it.  I read this book in a day, then the subsequent two books in two days.  You literally will not be able to put it down!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4NM5AGQTWXC2?ASIN=0439023521	best book i have ever read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i absolutely love this book. it had me reading constantly and i had it done within 1 or 2 days. the characters are incredible and i could imagine myself in their positions. i cannot wait to read the next book and see what happens between katniss and peeta. great read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2T6PDGK84DHA6?ASIN=0439023521	Engaging, suspenseful, must read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had been resisting reading this book for almost a year because I heard it was similar to the Twilight series, which was one series I never quite understood the obsession with. But then my book club chose The Hunger Games for the next book, and I knew I had to finally give in and read it.<br/><br/>Well I'm glad I did. Within the first 10 pages, I was hooked and could barely put this book down. It's suspenseful, romantic, generally unpredictable, and most importantly, engaging. The author makes it easy to see yourself in the speaker, to relate to her world, through descriptive language about her emotions and the world she lives in. Despite violence going on all around the main character, she manages to maintain an innocence and sweetness that makes you want to jump right into the story, fighting on her side.<br/><br/>I'm definitely not in the age range this series was intended for, but I think that's part of the beauty of this book - it's written so that multiple generations will be able to relate to it through the basic human emotions.<br/><br/>I'm looking forward to finishing the rest of the series!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BH37I4PP41PR?ASIN=0439023521	Satisfied my hunger for reading, that's for sure!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">You're hungry so feed it by reading this book about hungry kids in hungry games. Revel in the majesty and poetry of the goodly written words. The Hunger Games. Rated R. In a theater/Kindle app near you this summer. Only on FX. TNT, We Know Drama. Character's Welcome.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1N1Z7QFPRBNBS?ASIN=0439023521	Best book I have read in YEARS!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was not into Harry Potter, Lord of the Rings, and 50 Shades of Gray was total garbage. This book was so well written, I whipped through all 3 of them quickly and wanted more more more! I am 28 years old. I know it was geared for teens, but even adults will love it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3V13REWXOYR71?ASIN=0439023521	Not just for kids	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I truely enjoyed this book and its sequel. I have ordered but not received the third book in the series, but I expect it to be just as good a read. It has just enough fantasy to make it interesting, and more than enough plot to make it so. It's very hard to put down.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZAXLA5605Q9G?ASIN=0439023521	iluv the hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i love the hunger games. its sad it has action and if you want a book that makes you want to keep reading from the first sentence then read the hunger games. i am still waiting to see the mo vie but i bet its awesome. hope you guys like the book and the series!!!! :D</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DMFT80SI8VEM?ASIN=0439023521	awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I purchased this because of all the excellent reviews and was not disappointed.  This was a page turner and I literally could not put it down until it was done.  I was really glad that I was able to quickly purchase the other 2 books, becuase boy they were sooo good.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Y2Z2JQ5R5DTT?ASIN=0439023521	Wow!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have ready several series type books. This particular one knocked ME out of the water much less the others i have read. I found it an easy yet horribly engaging book. I bought the other two before I had even finished the first one. I recommend to all who can read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3V78KJL2118D8?ASIN=0439023521	ITS NUMBA ONE!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i loved this book! it had such a unique storyline and i CANNOT wait to read catching fire. katniss, peeta, the hunger games, all of it was clever and well thought out. i could not put the book down...it was sooooo intriguing. its one of my fav books... its numba one!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RC97Z0LXHCZUK?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins does an excellent job of engaging you and carrying the reader's attention from the middle of this novel to the end of the third. I'm thankful that I ordered all three simultaneously because it would have been unbearable to wait on the next to arrive.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RAG193RF8D7W4?ASIN=0439023521	Very Good Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was very good and kept my attention almost all the way through.  It was a bit young for my taste (I'm 24)... it seemed like it was written for a middle school or early high school audience, but I would still recommend if you need something good to read! :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3M4AGT925630C?ASIN=0439023521	My Faviourite Book!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the best book in the whole world. YOU HAVE TO READ IT!!!You won't regret it, i promise. No one I know as read this book and not liked it. I STRONGLY reccomend reading this. You are almost guarenteed to love this book and all the action, romance and suspense.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UCM7O68GFVFI?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So good</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RW1U0H540CDNH?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3E4OF30966898?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36I1Q1KXXD4PZ?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ETMOBH71U73I?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3Q22IW6T9Z2KM?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHUVGNG6CKR6R?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Perfect</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RPRCIUDRM7ZO?ASIN=0439023521	LOVE it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">LOVE it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28IXIJHAWDBHV?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">love it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2K0G6WAJ8WWGC?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PLUT5S89XIE3?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1AY6LOVNNY5D9?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Perfect</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1102PSNBCKZYO?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">5 stars</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWGT82CMBN9XT?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">like it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2O5CZVOEJ807Y?ASIN=0439023521	Love	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love it</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21P11ZYQ5Z0AP?ASIN=0439023521	Too good!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VZKHE6HGCY2Z?ASIN=0439023521	loved movie and book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">enjoyed</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QC46O01VGWMS?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">great !</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RD1RC74NUIHPZ?ASIN=0439023521	Three Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">it's ok</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SFAOQWVWJVN?ASIN=0439023521	"Hunger Games - a poor man's ""Lord of the Flies"""	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Although an interesting premise, the plot fails to fulfill its potential.  Characterisation is poor.  Some of the interesting minor characters - the Avox, for example - are not developed at all and the motivations of the action are dealt with in the most trite way.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3742ZZ3REUA9P?ASIN=0439023521	AWESOME!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely loved this book!!! Fast paced action from beginning to end with a heroine that I cheered for. I loved that Katniss was such a strong female and so independent. THE HUNGER GAMES created a world so easy to slip into. I was just sad I finished it so fast!</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1W2DVIGZROOZ7?ASIN=0439023521	An amaising book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book. It had so much action and from my point of view sometimes a little mistery. Susan Colins did a grate gob and should write more books like the hunger games. I personaly recomend this to everyone. Espesualy if you like action and a little violence.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3G0RNEINVUTFA?ASIN=0439023521	I couldn't put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book kept me on the edge of my seat. I can see this book being made into a moive, and that's when you know it's a great find... when it plays lik a movie in your head. It was an easy read and never got boring. I would recommend this books to any teen or adult.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFOEHGD8JTYML?ASIN=0439023521	Solid	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A good read at first because of the reading level and the slightly slow build up to the story it was a little rough to get through at the beginning...after that though once the contest actually began it picked right up. I'll give the second book a tryout for sure.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZOUYSQ35Y8FA?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">KATNISS ROCKS!!! Her tenacity and both physical/mental strength make her a modern-day Lara Croft. I usually don't like these types of reads, but am enamored with the trilogy. At the end of book 1 though, I am not sure if I am Team Gale or Team Peeta. We shall see.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3REI2RJUF1TN3?ASIN=0439023521	Very Grasping, page turning story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Normally i dont usually read bokks at all. I man it. unless the school assigned a manadatory reading, but the excitement and the awesomeness grasping plots an events of this fictious plots an stories made me read an actully finish it making me even crave for more.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RH4S79WHFCDE?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing introduction to an action packed trilogy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I purchased the Hunger Games trilogy earlier this week and haven't been able to put them down!  A strong cast and an action packed, twist-filled plot make the Hunger Games one of the best books I have read in a long time.  I strongly recommend reading this series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GAP1ZKK6ZKPE?ASIN=0439023521	Great Books to read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is a good read.  I enjoyed it, and am going on to the next in the series.  I has surprises and enjoyable narrative.<a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-World-of-the-Hunger-Games/dp/0545425123"">The World of the Hunger Games</a> I am reading the Kindle version, but the paperback would be a good choice as well.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XQMPZV2F7DVH?ASIN=0439023521	A really great story that I couldn't put down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought this was a great story that I really couldn't put down. I didn't really dig a lot of the romance but then again it was part of the critical story line that kept the characters alive. Great job on this one and I'll be starting the next in the series soon.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3H0XH4KTEFGJG?ASIN=0439023521	Brad	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great new trilogy! Certainly will be made into movies. Get ready a great new heroine has arrived. The movie role will make a star out of the lucky young lady who gets the role!<br/>Fast reading............can't put it down!<a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Hunger-Games-Book-1/dp/0439023521"">The Hunger Games: Book 1</a></span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1K572GBE2BYQP?ASIN=0439023521	Exciting and realistic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you like realism in your books mixed with a little science fiction, but not enough to classify the book as science fiction, here it is.  I loved every character and read through the book in 2 days because I couldn't stop.  I can't wait until the next comes out.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DER5BO6VJK4C?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome Book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a very good and well written book. It will have you hooked before you can finish the first chapter. It was a really exciting read and even had me tear up a bit ,and thats an amazing feat. I would definitly recommend this to anyone looking for a nice read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10S5SMX5JJKF5?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games [Kindle Edition] Suzanne Collins	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">OMG!!!! Just finished reading this book on my Kindle! This was an awesome Novel! I can not wait for the Movie to come out next year! I am now reading Book Two, Catching Fire and it is also hard to put down! If you are looking for a great read this one is for you!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RH6JQ16L9URD8?ASIN=0439023521	OH MY GOSH! :)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">OH MY GOSH THIS WAS SUCH A GOOD BOOK! I loved this book it was so good. Suzanne Collins did a wonderful job! I can't wait to read the second book! This was definetly one of my favorite books! I just absolutely loved it! I definetly reccommend this book to anyone!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UI3FKA13G58D?ASIN=0439023521	One of my favorite books ever!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved it loved it loved it!  I cannot wait until the next book!  There is a little bit of everything in this book, love, action, drama--it's all in there!  I think this is a book for everybody, my husband and I both loved it, and we are 27 and 29, respectively!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KSLX9VCRTJF2?ASIN=0439023521	WOW!!!!  BEST BOOK EVER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">WOW!!!!!! This is the best book i have EVER read!!!!After starting the hunger games i was completely sucked in. Susanne Collins has an amazing way with words that made it seem like Katniss and Peeta were my friends!!!The basic outline of the book is that every year in the world of Panem 24 teens are put into an arena and will be forced to fight to the death! i enjoyed the story very much and be prepared to buy the second one because it is a CLIFHANGER!!!!!!<br/>I spent at least 75% of the book in tears because it is such a sweet and touching story. I consider this book a romantic love story caught up in tragic war zone! I would recommend this book for a mature audience ( about 12+), there are some gory parts and kissing but mainly all clean with no swearing. i give this a 110 out of 100!!! i would not change one thing. though people may say it is scary i am a girl when screams when people sneeze and i didnt think it is scary at all. over all i think it has many good points and made me think. if i could, i would have everyone read it and see how fortunate we are.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11FUZC9URR0CW?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book, Not a Fan of The Ending...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What an awesome book! I'm a huge fan of sci-fi literature, but haven't been reading much of anything for about a year now. I decided to jump back into reading for fun with The Hunger Games after reading raving reviews and watching an awesome parody done by WinterSpringPro on YouTube, and I couldn't have made a better choice! However, I must say that I'm not a huge fan of how The Hunger Games ended. (NO SPOILERS!) From the time they left the cave until the end it started to seem like Collins was trying to pull some Twilight crap. A bit of romance is great, however the whole ""I'm crazy in love but only sixteen"" thing is over the top. (In my mind I ended up picturing them being in their early to mid twenties and- for me at least- it became much more believable.)  I give the book an A+ up until that point. I mean, hey, I just spent eleven hours straight reading it so the ending couldn't have been THAT bad! I must also add that I'm not sure if I want to read the rest of the trilogy. I'm pretty sure this book is going to be as action packed as it gets, but we'll see!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GP36OO11JINZ?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Could not put it down. Read the next two right away. If you are a parent I highly reccomend you read this before allowing or children to read it. It's a great book but there a serious topics and violent situations that you may have to discuss with your children.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R499A5LZXL11N?ASIN=0439023521	Fabulous Read and Addictive	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is so interesting and intriguing that I had to go back to my computer and order the other two books in the trilogy.<br/>It has been reviewed extensively, but the authors' imagination knows no bounds and it is very captivating.  I couldn't put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11G9WHOMT1BFO?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This page-turner moves fast. It is absolutely satisfying, and I found it really difficult to find a stopping place so that I could attend to real life. I will re-read several more times, I am sure...and, I have strongly recommended it to so many friends already.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Z3MNI79HVFDG?ASIN=0439023521	pleasantly surprised	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My daughter encouraged me to read this book. I was afraid it seemed too depressing, and let's face it, life can be depressing enough. Instead, I found it encouraging and strengthening ! I am so happy that I read it and am ordering the other 2 books on my kindle.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9LN4741XM8BD?ASIN=0439023521	Simply Wonderful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I picked up this book after not reading anything for a while. It kept me interested the entire time. I loved it so much I went back to re-read many parts and found myself crying now that I knew the characters better. If you asked me my favorite book, this is it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZY3U9USG43Z3?ASIN=0439023521	Kinda Meh	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's a good story, but I don't think it was written very well. Then again, I just finished A Song of Ice and Fire; maybe that's why I wasn't really into it. Maybe I just don't like first person narratives. But if you liked the movie, go ahead and read the book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Y9HE73MJYUJW?ASIN=0439023521	my favorite book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i am a kid, and ive been reading for 7 years. the hunger games was the best book that i have ever read. i have read thousands of books. it was compelling and well written and funny. so many people trashed it in their reviews and i dont know why. READ IT!!!!!!!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3APO64J0Y87SX?ASIN=0439023521	Addicting and a wake up call	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book and could not put it down.  I quickly felt concern for Katniss and the situation.  I can not wait to read more!!!  Based on my love of this book, I read all five books in the Gregor, The Overlander Series.  I am now a huge Suzanne Collins fan!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXHUEQPA3AZ5F?ASIN=0439023521	A great book full of suspence and action.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was reccomended to me by a friend. I loved it from the first page. It was very suspenceful, and they threw in many shocks. The only bad thing that I have to say about this book is that it is very violent. I reccomend it for Middle Schoolers to adult.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18JMXBE671SD7?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I picked up the book simply to see what all the hype was about and I was transported into an unexpected world. I thoroughly enjoyed this book. It is such a great story of perseverence. This book reminded me of Ender's Game but better. I recommend to everyone!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OSEKUTADDMUR?ASIN=0439023521	stop reading whatever else you have and read this right now!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely loved this book (as well as the sequel!) and could not put it down.  It's the first novel in a long time that had me glued to the page, and my only regret is that I burned through it so quickly.<br/><br/>Exciting, moving, and riveting - don't miss this!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DEIYDHLFE440?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed reading this book. :) I will be happy to read it again and I can excited to know there will be a second and third in  the series. I can't wait. I would totally suggest this book. It is an interesting story. Well worth my time to read it :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKBX4U2VXPOUM?ASIN=0439023521	Kept my interest	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is not the type of book I normally read, but I found it very well written, and it kept my interest from beginning to end. And it was enticing enough that I have now also finished the sequel Catching Fire, and will be ordering the third one in the series!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37JHB2T0NPJ2M?ASIN=0439023521	Great read, especially for the younger audience	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a really good book and is definitely worth reading, especially if you saw the movie and left with more questions than anything else.<br/><br/>It is not perfectly written, and if a bit ""convenient"" at times, but still very entertaining and easy read.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XJQ9VL73ZLFF?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book! As an avid reader of dystopia/post-app. Novels such as The Uglies series and the hex triology are my favoprites. This book is above and beyond. My only regret is that it took so much hype from the movie to get me to notice it! Buy it today!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KOL6USU22KCE?ASIN=0439023521	Too much hype	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book would have been much better had it not become a series. I somewhat enjoyed reading it but the other two books killed even this partial enjoyment. I was hoping something more interesting will come along but was let down by the lengthy gruesome books.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TKSOEBG802M9?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games. I only have 1 word for this book. Amazing. Katniss seems so real, you can't help but like the characters. Peeta, ""The Boy With The Bread"", is likable also. Overall, this is definitely worth a read. P. S. Can't wait for the movie on March 23!</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NK8JQV41KGRY?ASIN=0439023521	Dark and entertaining	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book in one night!  I was unable to put it down, and as soon as I did, my 12 year old daughter picked it up and read it.  The story line, characters and imagination in the setting is all amazing.  I can't wait for the next book to hit the shelf!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RB2CU9GQZFKAI?ASIN=0439023521	One of the greatest books you will ever read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was such a great book. I wished it never stopped. I can`t wait until I start the next one. I hope it is as good as the first one. The first part was a little slow though. But, how Susan described the games made it one of the best books I have ever read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15EJJE7P64BQG?ASIN=0439023521	Big Brother is very nasty!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put this down. The story concept is scary enough (in a Big Brother kind of way) to pique your curiosity, and once the action starts you can't wait to find out who survives the Hunger Games.<br/><br/>(I borrowed it from the Kindle Owners' Lending Library.)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26UTYVZU5S9R2?ASIN=0439023521	What Would You Do to protect the Ones You Love?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was engaging and relentless. It really demonstrates how far an ordinary person can go to survive and protect the ones that they love. Although this series is labeled as young adult, I find the themes to be compelling and intellectually stimulating.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1N56MSB63VVPO?ASIN=0439023521	Thriller	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved this book.totally entertaining thriller.it touches ones heart as kids who are defenseless are involved for survival.the situations are beyond their control.one girl who is the underdog comes out the winner. Can't wait to tart the next in the trilogy .</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPK4WK3LCV5W7?ASIN=0439023521	LOVE THIS SERIES!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Could not put it down.  The characters are unforgetable.  Best book since twilight.  WAY better than I expected.  Both of my children (6th and 9th grade) recommended that I read them - but it wasn't until I saw the movie trailer that my interest was piqued.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R108GZ6E3GZYPZ?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book!!  Loved it!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put this book down.  I received a Kindle Fire for Christmas and this was the first book I've read on it.  It only took me 2 days to complete it.  Katniss is my new hero!!!!  Great book, great story, excellent characters....definitely a must read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3O4AS6ZB4RDAN?ASIN=0439023521	Serious page turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My mother, a 6th grade Literacy teacher, had been encouraging me to read the series for quite a while before I finally borrowed the books from her.  I'm so glad I snagged all three at once as the need to quickly go from one story to the next was insatiable.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2P351IRGX0IMA?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing...Waited for so long to get a Kindle and with this I have no regrets	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not put the book down.  I work overnights so having gotten tired of carrying books I opted to get an e-reader.  This was my first book to read on my Touch and I do not regret it one bit.  Kept me up at night (work) and even when I needed to sleep.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TN83HRO0JQEB?ASIN=0439023521	Best series of the century	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is a MUST READ for people who want adventure, romance, loss, the whole nine yards!! you will not be disappointed at all with this book. it has everything packed into one and the writing is superb. I recommend this book to EVERYBODY! even adults!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZEFNC77MS690?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm not much of a reader. but I got the Kindle fire for a Christmas gift, and thought I'd start out with a popular book. The Hunger Games was an entertaining and easy read. It was so good that I had to finish the trilogy. I would highly recomend this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LB50AH7352RG?ASIN=0439023521	Hello Panem!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As the introductory book of the Hunger Games' trilogy, this is an outstanding work of fiction.  It is engaging, heart-wrenching, and beautifully crafted to stir up emotions one would not expect from a ""teen-oriented novel"".<br/>It is a very exciting read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJGCH0E9MG9EV?ASIN=0439023521	BEST BOOK EVER!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the best book I have ever read. So engaging and thrilling, I would give it 6 stars if I could!!! I had such a hard time putting it down!! The unexpected always happens, which makes it even more suspenseful!!! You have to read this book!!!!!!!!!:):)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/REL86SYRYMLDG?ASIN=0439023521	great page turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book was great... easy to read and a story that demands to be read at an ""Angel and Demons/ Da Vinci Code"" pace. Future world allows for imaginative landscapes to take readers to special places. Leaves plenty to look for in the second and third books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KVV6KZZ9OIS4?ASIN=0439023521	Cannot put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book grabs you from the first chapter and keeps you awake all night! I loved the combination of action packed suspense and heart wrenching emotions that truely leave you holding your breath for not just Katniss but her whole world.  Well done Suzanne!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RC2SYVS9GXKT9?ASIN=0439023521	A great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was an excellent read-- I am an adult and heard about this book from a review by Stephen King. He was right! Well developed main character, fast paced plot, I know this is YA fiction but it beat the pants off of alot of ""grown up"" crap on the shelves.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUKKB2JYSJM2T?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After watching the Hunger Games movie, i decided to give the book a read. Promising myself to at least read up until Rue‘s death, I found myself engrossed in the book. My one complaint is the constant internal conversations. Other than that, I enjoyed it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13XI8C2MOOH68?ASIN=0439023521	None	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i cant believe some people dont like this book! it is one of the best books of all time! i love how it combines action and love. katniss is so brave and by the time you have finished the book you cant wait to read the next one! the movie is well done too.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1I4MO3X4QJUJB?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games trilogy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book was a surprise, wasn't sure what it was about but thought i'd try it. as soon as i finished the first i ordered the second book and then the third..thank you amazon for making it so easy to enjoy great books. i have told all my friends to get it</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QKRI80GLUSRK?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great book. Had me hooked from the beginning and I couldn't put it down. I really liked the characters and although the concept is not brand new it was still great. I just ordered the rest of the series and hopefully its as good at the 1st book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3R0S877RQZ624?ASIN=0439023521	BEST BOOK EVER!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought this book after browsing around a bit, and eventually bought it. Best choice I ever made! This book is so dynamic and creative that it puts me, a nineteen year old, on edge. It has taken all I could to not put it down! I absolutely reccommend it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YL6XD9QYRE2R?ASIN=0439023521	Great start to a trilogy!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I like that this book was written in first person perspective because I could really identify with what Katniss was experiencing. The pacing was good and there was enough suspense to keep me reading. It definitely makes me want to read the whole trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5MFWC17KSWOK?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games eBook	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book - such an easy read, and interesting for both teenagers and adults. I was quickly absorbed in the storyline, and read the whole book in record speed. Would thoroughly recommend this book to anyone.<br/>Love the fast delivery of an e-book too!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FZOEYOHUACTM?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games is Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great series! Best I have read in awhile. I am a bit concerned that many elementry students are reading the book. It's definatly adult content.<br/>The series makes one think of the justifications of war and social justice issues. A great read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3U1N1HYBRMP6J?ASIN=0439023521	Super duper read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is great. An easy read. The Hunger Games is a page turner. It keeps you intrigued and perplexed as you travel through the futuristic North America also known as Panem. Katniss takes you on an adventure in adolescence, survival, and love. Enjoy!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2W73PARZJNZKH?ASIN=0439023521	...amazing...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">loved it...<br/>just loved it...<br/><br/>plot, however unrealistic it may be, is very gripping...<br/>since this book can be found in children's book section, it is a very easy read...<br/><br/>kudos for ms. collins...<br/>can't wait till get started on the second volume...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21NMT1ZOP1CND?ASIN=0439023521	Best I've ever read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">**JUST A WARNING! I MIGHT SLIP OUT SOME SPOILERS** Anyway! This book is amazing! I'm 14 and go to a school where people read these genre of books alot I thought it would be dumb when my friends kept telling me about it and bugging me to read it, but when I finally read it I couldn't believe how much I loved this book! It's one of those storys you can NEVER put down! The story line for this book is something all teens WANT to read! A girl who saves her sister from going into a game to certain death, fighting strangers bigger then her in near death situations, and all of that packed in with cliffhangers! A good book only needs good cliffhangers, Characters you can connect with and Awesomeness, to be a best seller! Which is what you get with this book. When I first got the book the first thing I did was sit down and read, then I read some while eating, then read some more! I couldn't put it down! And the end of each book makes you want the next book in your hands straight away! 500/5 for this book! You won't be disapointed:D</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18WOTL37KTZVK?ASIN=0439023521	Just couldn't get into it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Even though there is a TON of hype about this book, I just flat out hated it.  The premise of future-type semi-apocalyptic USA was a draw to me, but I HATED the characters and just wasn't drawn into the book.  Most interesting characters are Cinna and the President and neither gets much draw in these books, and I only wanted to finish it to get to the next 2 in the series.  Unfortunately, they didn't get any better and the following books were trash too.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OK550FOYGH79?ASIN=0439023521	Best book i have ever read!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i loved this book and all of the other books. anyone who rates this lower than a 4 is crazy!!!!!! this book was a really easy read. im only 12 and i love this book!!!!!!!!  i think you'll rate this book 5 stars when you are done reading the book!!!!!!!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21QAZEHQG9QG7?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing book no matter your age	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This has seriously been the best book I've read in quite some time. I wouldn't say I'm an avid reader, but I honestly couldn't stop reading this book. It was really difficult to put down, and really easy to just get lost within the characters and story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYIF0E1ESF9LS?ASIN=0439023521	Fabulous YA Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If ever a book existed that appeals universally to all teens (or adults), I have just found it. Action, romance, violence, political commentary, societal/cultural critique, dystopia, tragedy...it's all here. I can't wait to read the rest of the trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FO65U3Z2ETP0?ASIN=0439023521	Thrilling dystopia....	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This story is frightening and satisfying. The tone of V for Vendetta meets the survival realism of The Hatchet, with a bunch of kids thrown in the middle. Gladiator games for children, kept me on the edge of my seat and lingered in my mind for months.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FOYZ775GOCKM?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games trilogy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great trilogy. Believable characters with lots of adventure. Katniss is my kind of gal. It's adventure with a twist. I don't usually enjoy futuristic fiction but this was exceptional.  A story for both adults and teens. Leaves vampire stories for dead!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SKGUB4QGA20A?ASIN=0439023521	Great reading for adults as well	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games may be classified as young adult, but the plot is so interesting and suspenseful, it was fun reading for myself and my husband - and we're both over 50! We're enjoying the sequels as well. Recommended for anyone who likes a good story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19IQWEPUNBVYC?ASIN=0439023521	Enjoyed the whole trilogy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought this was a very clever and original concept for a book.  I really enjoyed the whole trilogy and am looking forward to the movie.  This was my favorite of the three books, but that is expected with series.  I always like the first book better.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3K89F6CUOKLYU?ASIN=0439023521	Thoroughly enjoyable	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Having purchased this book based only on other readers' reviews, I must say what an intriguing read.  To be honest, it took me a couple of chapters to get into the storyline, but once there, found it difficult to put down.  A thoroughly enjoyable read.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFLMWGTYDYNIT?ASIN=0439023521	Best book I ever read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book changed my perspective of reading. I used to dread reading books, but when I find a really good one I am stuck. This is one of them ... I couldn't put it down, not even for a half hour. I finished it in less than 5 days, thats how good it is.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R166YFCXBLPN8N?ASIN=0439023521	the best book ever!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book is to die for... i read it in about.... 12 hrs? it was THAT much of a addicting... yes... yes it was... the book is honestly THE BEST BOOK EVER. if critics give this book a bad review... 1. i will kill them and 2. they have no heart or brain!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3G7I2C64Y1VS?ASIN=0439023521	Go ahead and pick up the whole series, you'll be glad you did!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The United States as we know it no longer exists.  In it's place is Panem, made up of twelve districts and the Capital.  Each year, two children are selected from each district to compete in the Hunger Games, a televised battle to the death.  When Katniss Everdeen's younger sister gets selected for the game, Katniss steps in and takes her place, beginning her journey to become the reluctant hero.<br/><br/>Without a doubt, one of the best books I've read in a long while.  My best advice is to go ahead and pick up all three books in the series.  When you finish the first book late in the night, you'll be glad you did!  My mother, sister, husband, and close friend all loved this book.  This says a lot, as all of us have different tastes in what we like to read. From the beginning I was hooked, and as the story unfolded it never lost momentum.<br/><br/>A compelling storyline, and very well written. Kind of a cross between Shirley Jackson's ""The Lottery"" and Stephen King's ""The Long Walk"". I would definitely recommend this book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RUCKNLCXKL7W?ASIN=0439023521	THE BEST BOOK I HAVE EVER READ!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I got this book and didn't read it for like a month after I bought it. When I first picked it up, I read about 5 pages and was like, ""This is too confusing! I don't understand one word of it!"" But then my friend told me it would get better and I trusted her.<br/><br/>The next day, I picked up the book and read 60 more pages- I couldn't stop reading! If you buy this book and stop reading it, just pick the book back up and keep reading! It really does get less confusing, and every chapter makes you want to read more. I am now on the third book in the trilogy, and I regret I have read the series so fast!!<br/><br/>Trust me, this is DEFIANTLY worth your money. The author's writing was so well written that I actually felt like I was with the characters.<br/><br/>If you are looking for a good, thrilling book that is full of action and awesomeness- with a little bit of romance- this is the book for you!!<br/><br/>One last thing. I have a word of advice- DON'T READ THIS SERIES TOO FAST, YOU WILL REGRET IT!!!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RX269DB6K9QF?ASIN=0439023521	The book was better than movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book wasn't as graphic as the movie.  Some of the characters were different in the book than in the movie.  It's a story about kids killing kids so doing a movie about that should have meant diligence in the portrayal.  The book handled it better.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PY5JILCGTIS1?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read all three books in the Hunger Book series and I loved all three books.  They had me hooked from page one.  I just couldn't put them down, I had to keep reading to find out what was going to happen next.  I recommend all three books to everyone.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JWUW25M4PVG0?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm not much of a reader and its hard for me to get interested in most books but right off the bat I was hooked on The Hunger Games. The action starts right away and it kept me wanting to read more. Its an interesting series of books and an easy read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PM47ALMTJRSR?ASIN=0439023521	None	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldnt put ths book down for one second ! Very popular and entertaining story line. Also well put together twists . Enjoyed every second of reading the bloody love story. Hope theres more to come from this wonderful author ""Suzanne Collins"".</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IVV5D6TC7IP1?ASIN=0439023521	Provocative	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book - I bought the kindle version and read it on my iPad kindle app (first book to read that way!) and I couldn't put it down.  The story, the allegory, the characters and the way the scenes come to life right off the page - great book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFNTLIA4KBW4G?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games - A must read book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I can't believe I mussed this book when it first came out. Written in simple, easy to follow language, it captures you from the moment you pick it up and does not let go until you finish. - leaving you wanting more. Very entertaining. Do NOT miss it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1T1XBGDP0NNO8?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was somewhat interesting, but not enough that I wanted to see the movie [I usually do].  The fact that it is really geared for teens to read, the subject matter [children being forced to fight to the death] is disturbing, inappropriate and morbid.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24BANXR7HINDW?ASIN=0439023521	Absolutely amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games was the best book I ever read! I read it before the movie came out and I'm glad I did. The movie was also really good but the book is definitely better. Be sure to read Catching Fire and Mockingjay too. The entire series is amazing!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OODQG2Z2LJMW?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was an interesting, different type of read.  I liked the approach being written in the first person.  I can understand why it appeals to people of all ages, although I understand it was initially written for younger readers.  Very enjoyable!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5H61GCN5W7GM?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm very pleased that I was able to purchase this book for a really cheap price and came in faster than I thought it would! The book is brand new and I am currently reading the book and I'M HOOKED! I definitely recommend this book to everyone! Enjoy!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XEZH6CI8HIRA?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best book of the year (I think) very supenseful and a little scary towards the end. Over all Suzanne Collins did an amazing job on the series. The next two books are Catching Fire and Mocking Jay. Which, if you liked this you will love the next two.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QL3MPBIG8YSX?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderfully Suspenseful Book I Could not Put Down and Kept Me Wanting More	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am a woman in my mid-30s and first heard about THG books about 3 years ago.  Yes, this book is categorized as a teen book, but to my surprise, I found myself really getting in to the story line.  I couldn't put the book down because the story was so suspenseful and engaging throughout.  Collins has a wonderful knack of giving you just enough to want so much more.  This haunting book has suspense, action, romance, and is wonderfully envisioned from beginning to end.  The main characters are complex, but you get a good sense of each person through their thoughts, actions, and interactions with one another.  There is quite a bit of violence in the book and I'm not sure that it is something I would want even young teens to be exposed to, but the edge-of-your-seat storyline trumped my general dislike for violence within the book.  I would recommend this book to young adults and up.  This is a book I will keep as part of my library to be reread over and over through the years and lend to friends and family.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VHPXM96Z1MPG?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was amazing and I have read it at least four times. Call me crazy but I am obsessed with it. Anyone who likes a really adventurous future for north America should read it. I went to the movie and it was AWESOME!!!!!!! READ THIS BOOK!!!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RR574MBRBB82?ASIN=0439023521	LOVED IT!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely loved this book. It was very entertaining, and once I opened it I had a hard time closing it. When I was forced to put it down, my mind kept going back to the book and wondering what was going to happen next. It will not disappoint you.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2B16KCLHSE0MV?ASIN=0439023521	A real page turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A very easy read that you simply cannot put down.  I suggest not starting it just prior to going to bed because before you know it, it will be time to get up and you will not have put down the book. Can't wait to read the next novel in the series!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NK5MMHQI97AP?ASIN=0439023521	So Enjoyable	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have to say, I read the trilogy in about 1 week. ""The Hunger Games"" hooked me almost instantly. I just couldn't put it down! I've been telling my friends and co-workers to pick this up, I can't say enough good things about it. Highly recommended!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROZFBGGX3ZPSD?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games- Why you should read the series!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The hunger games begins with a nice and slow plot, but soon the reader is thrown into a action packed fight to the death or hunger games. The Hunger Games series doesn't stop being exciting!Soo hurry up buy this book and try not to read to quickly!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RG4DY2JZXLOLN?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is amazing.  I strongly recommend it.  It has definitely made it to my top 5 favorite books ever list.<br/>My only complain is that the kindle price for international users is more expensive than the hard cover.  Where is the logic in that?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38E0L2IUJBEG4?ASIN=0439023521	The. Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was very spellbinding. Even though you know almost from  the beginning who is going to be the main person to win. It then takes a completely different twist. You just have to keep reading to see how it ends. Can't wait to read the second book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QAUEIXSW9RLL?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wanted to purchase and read this book before the upcoming movie was released.  It kept me on the edge throughout the whole book.  It was an easy read, but really, if you think about it quite sinister.  I'm looking forward to finishing the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PHNDGASS5T82?ASIN=0439023521	Very violent, do not recommend for young teens	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this series because it was recommended to me, and once I read the first book I wanted to know the ending. This book is about a girl named Katniss who volunteers to take her sister's place in the hunger games. The hunger games is an event that happens every year as a reminder and punishment for defying the capitol, which lead to the destruction of district thirteen. The president requires that a boy and girl (ages 13 to 18) from each of the twelve districts participate in the hunger games, which is a fight to the death. It is televised and all are required to watch and celebrate. This series is very violent and it's unsettling that teens are killing teens, while the capitol views it as a fun game. It is very moving because Katniss sees the wrong in the games (as does many) and tries to protect others, in one scene I found myself in tears. Overall it is a good book and will you keep you wanting to know what is next. Catching Fire is next book in the series and Mocking Jay is the final book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20AK6JOGTQ06L?ASIN=0439023521	amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i hadn't heard of the book till the movie came out and i did see the movie first.  that being said this was one of the best books I've ever read in this genre.  the way the story unfolds is absolutely perfect.  i never wanted to put the book down.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1EX7GYNA213B5?ASIN=0439023521	You have you read it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I rarely ever finish a book. This was definitely not the case with Hunger Games. From the very beginning I couldn't put it down. I literally read t everywhere nonstop. You owe it to yourself to read this book. This book renewed my joy for reading.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MKQ4TSTGSKA6?ASIN=0439023521	Absolutely wonderful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was an excellent purchase; so good, I read it in one sitting. This series reminds me of the Harry Potter series in the way that they are adventurous and well written. The book was such an easy read and something that is hard to put down.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PDS5KU61JKW9?ASIN=0439023521	surprisingly good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book because I had heard many good reviews and it has sat at the top selling list for a while. I had no expectations at first but was quickly blown away. Could not put it down and had it finished in a day and about to start the second.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26MUP81Z0LNF9?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent is how I would describe this book.  One of the best I have read in a while.  It has somthing for everyone gore, action, romance, Sci-fi.  The plot was great kept me from putting the book down. Cannot wait untill the next in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TQJW22PP5KPX?ASIN=0439023521	Really loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it. Everything has been said about this book, so I won't elaborate further. One of my favorite Stephen King's books is <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Long-Walk/dp/0451196716"">The Long Walk</a>, which has the same dystopian world and the same competition devised by an absolutist government, where the children are offered as sacrificial lambs to please and control the masses. King's story has a darker edge and it's grittier and more despairing than this story. When I read it like a hundred years ago (I feel ancient these days), I was almost shocked by it. I wasn't shocked by this book, but I honestly couldn't put it down. There were some greats moments that made my heart beat madly in my chest or that made me cry my eyes out<br/><br/>***spoiler***[Rue's death made me lie in my bed with my eyes closed and the tears streaming down my face, I knew I was being played, but still I couldn't help myself ***end spoiler***.<br/><br/>The resolution was clever, but the book isn't the end of the story. I hope it will maintain the same tension.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VDCF75CZRCBD?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">You know, when I first started reading this, I didn't like the author's style. I thought, ""geez, what's all the fuss about, this lady can't write THAT well."" But dang if I couldn't put the book down, so whatever she did, she did it right.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFC0RX6CZCJIY?ASIN=0439023521	Very engaging! :)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book! It took me awhile to actually start reading it because the premise of the book seemed so far outside my normal reading parameters. However, once I finally started I read the book in one sitting! Very easy read! Loved the story!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHXUOJQRLRMPO?ASIN=0439023521	Weird	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The meaning of this book is very weird. I mean really, teenagers fighting to the death. Suzanne Collins is really just exaggerating our lives today! Isn't it just a little creepy?<br/><br/>Anyway no matter how weird this book is it is very good</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3N0X8QJLNHDJQ?ASIN=0439023521	Great and Easy Read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a great read!  It was really easy and enjoyable.  Not only was it a great read for the story line, it was also full of allusions and symbolism that gave it an enrichment.  I would recommend this series for any age and reading preference.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSFFT0NRJIYWD?ASIN=0439023521	Great start to a fabulous series.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a great book, but totally incomplete without the next two. A creative and engaging page turner with interesting characters - read it and don't stop there. The finale makes it. If you are not a teen, don't be deterred.  Its just a label.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RUX9MCD35SJ9?ASIN=0439023521	great book, but too dark and disturbing for young adults.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this whole series has changed me. it was a wonderful read, and could not put it down. as wonderful and imaginative as it was there are so many twists and turns, especially the heart wrentching kind. when certain cjaracters in the story took the turn for the worst i couldn't help but cry in real life. those where the only times i could put it down.<br/><br/>but as great as this book was i must warn that this is NOT a book for an easily disturbed young adult. honestly i wouldn't let my kids read it unless they were in high school to understand the full implications of what this story tells because there is so much more. as the trilogy unfolds you will began to question which one is the lesser of 2 evils? as much as i love this trilogy i will not be watching the movie(s) because of the horror i experienced.<br/><br/>the reason i gave this 4 stars is for one easy and specific reason. its for the whole series. and i honestly believe it shouldn't have been set for ages as low as 7 grade.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36FRCPQA3RUEC?ASIN=0439023521	One of the best books I have read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Can't recommend this book enough.  I usually don't have time to read much for pleasure.  I am a slow reader and often fall asleep when I start reading.  I read it so fast and tried to find a few minutes here and there throughout the day to read.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQA8QBA9MJFBW?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was without a doubt my favorite series I have EVER read!! It's so amazing and intense. I couldn't ever put it down, putting it down felt like you were missing your favorite tv shows. The characters become so alive and it's overall amazing(:</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6VOL8UU1TIUV?ASIN=0439023521	Hooked on page one	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is probably the best book i have ever read. not to long ago i fimmeshed the series. It beimg completely over saddened me very much. Suzanne Collins is a very talented writer and she demonstrares that exquisitely in the breath-takimg series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PZAA3GOTPKTU?ASIN=0439023521	I loved this book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not put this book down until I had to (a girl has to sleep).  I loved and hated the constant suspense (hated in a good way).  I finished The Hunger Games the next morning and I cannot wait for the second book coming out Sept 1st, 2009!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGR0RPHUORRE5?ASIN=0439023521	Best book alive!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the best book. A mixture between love, misery of a sort, and it lets your fears and hopes flow through as you read this amazing book. Everything about it is beautiful(except for the death). This is the series that I will reread forever.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19GVSCXGX0NDF?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Several of my students were reading the books and told me how good they were, so I came home and downloaded it.  I couldn't put it down.  It was very well written and I loved it.  I am now on the third book of the series.  I def. recommmend it!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3F4ZO1PGVYYY?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What's not to love?  There's a spunky heroine adept with the bow and arrow, and who's got heart; a love triangle, choices humans are given and how they decide to live their life.  Excited about the movie coming out, I have to reread it by then.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVHG89WH45GN4?ASIN=0439023521	Simply the best	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Collins write a brilliant story, that will make you want to keep going so badly the pages of the book will burn because they are being turned so fast! Well maybe not THAT fast but still a EXCELLENT read for anyone wanting a great fiction story!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23LNZT9XPVCQN?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book and I fell in love with it.  Katniss Everdeen is 16 when her sister gets picked to get it to the Hunger Games.  A place where she would almost surely die.  Katniss voulonteers in her place.  That is when her adventures begin.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1AHPSXLOIFOCZ?ASIN=0439023521	Great writing, great story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book is very well thought out, I couldn't seem to let myself stop reading it sometimes. I am actually writing this review at 3 A.M. because once I hit about 70% completion I had to finish it up. I am definitely starting the 2nd book ASAP..</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVGUNNVZJ9BIN?ASIN=0439023521	An amazing book! And I'm only 11!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collin's ""The Hunger Games"" hooked me after the first page. The way that she describes the games is amazing and it makes me feel like I'm right there with Katniss. I can't stop reading this amazing book! For sure a 5 star book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9QZBJ1I4MID5?ASIN=0439023521	...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was sucked into this book. It had a fast-paced story line, kept me entertained, and it was a very fun purchase for less than ten dollars. I had to buy the other two books from the book store because I couldn't wait to read further. :) Enjoy!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1O1L4I196M38E?ASIN=0439023521	so insanely good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this was like the best book i ever read until catching fire and mocking jay. it was so great it was really hard to put it down when I was reading it. actually  I was up until midnight reading this book. All I have to say is too good to resist</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QG5H548Y4ZD6?ASIN=0439023521	Loved It	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Once I started reading it, it was almost impossible to put down. I do most of my reading in the evening and once started, the night light stayed on for much longer than other times. What a refreshing read. Light and at the same timing moving.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DXSS28WBZJDT?ASIN=0439023521	Great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">You'll have a hard time putting this one down.  I had a hard time ""turning the book off"" when I wasn't reading. The characters come to life on the page. Be warned, once you finish this book, you will not want to wait before starting the next!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20D7B7D6JH6WD?ASIN=0439023521	Mind blowing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After reading this book, it compares with Orwell's ""1984"" and Huxley's ""Brave New World"" in terms of a mind blowing and futuristic world. I highly recommend it to anyone with a desire to travel to a different civilization; you won't be sorry!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2I1Y58AZ8XAT3?ASIN=0439023521	GREAT BOOK!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is an awesome book! I couldn't put it down. You would think it would be predictable, but Suzanne Collins throws in amazingly suspenseful twists. Great read for any age group and easily an excellent choice for class assignment/discussion.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19WWDRH9Z8WCK?ASIN=0439023521	beautiful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this boolis simply amazing. i give this book five stars. my friend turned me on it and i thought it wasnt going to be good..and boy was i wrong. katniss is a great character. read the next book catching fire i just got done with it. au revour</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1T766VKRWRG3X?ASIN=0439023521	LOVED THIS BOOK!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is great for teens all the way up to the elderly.  I couldn't put it down.  It's full of action, suspense, and has great character development.  I can't wait till the next book in the series comes out in September - ""Catching Fire"".</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1451L2I1HMU0X?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it! Make time for this one if you haven't already.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's been a long time since I read a book, I'm sorry to say. I have no shortage of hobbies, but on a recent vacation I read all 3 books, and thoroughly enjoyed the story. It's a bit heavy at times, but there is plenty to keep you interested.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1J5YPSCB9B3CH?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had no idea what this was going to be about. I know the movie was coming out and all my friends loved the series. I took a chance and couldnt have asked for better!! This crazy story is beyond great, I couldnt have asked for a better read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RU9WJJTUNH1A7?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for more!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A little late in the game, here, but this book was great.  Its style is a bit juvenile, but the story is fast paced and lays the ground for two fantastic sequels.  Katniss makes for one of the best female characters I've read in a long time.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12L8I2JKGQUOR?ASIN=0439023521	Outstanding!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Creative, thought provoking, and riveting. Loved reading every page! WOW! I immediately read the next two books in the series and I am anything but disappointed. Her writing reminds me a lot of Ayn Rand. Best novel I've read in a long time.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZAQV6UHMA35Z?ASIN=0439023521	Reports of its quality are greatly exaggerated	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Reports of its quality are greatly exaggerated.<br/><br/>I darted around to check out what other people are saying and was interested to see how everyone but me was WRONG people tended to praise the book for exactly what I was complaining about. I know I read extremely antagonistically, but also people are sheep. People quite happily went with the Effie-is-privileged-and-evil thing, and I wonder how much that has an overlap with the way, when people are criticizing privileged groups, they seem to zero in on women. They're just so wonderfully convenient as a target - everyone knows they get special treatment!<br/><br/>(Of course, if HP analysis taught me anything, it's that a hell of a lot of literary commentary is just people arguing nonsense because somehow there's no wrong answer. I hit this gem, which I can't really examine yet because I don't want spoilers, but even the bit I skimmed was enough to tell it was idiotic.).<br/><br/>The story the book wants to tell is this:<br/><br/>Katniss, our hero, lives in poverty and oppression while the rich hang out being evil and ignoring her suffering and looking down on her. But actually, the poor are good people, and oppression is wrong.<br/><br/>Unfortunately, it's more like the Good People are poor: Katniss, Gale, Peeta, Rue, and even Thresh. The Bad People are wealthy: Effie, the Capital, the Career children. To be poor is to be disadvantaged (Katniss is hungry and thin) but it makes you superior (Katniss is able to handle adversity, while the Career children are a pack of angry dogs and Effie's an idiot who doesn't know what pearls are.) And ""wealthy"" is defined mostly as those who have something you don't. Oppression is wrong when it hits you, but hate everyone different than you are.<br/><br/>This is not actually a good message. What makes the rich bad are when they're rich at the expense of the poor - fetishizing poverty is just a different flavor of the old rural vs city thing, with the idea somehow living in the country makes you moral. It certainly doesn't suggest the solution is to improve people's lives. And it ignores the actual power. Effie is not in power. The other children are not in power. There are people actually in charge here, and a blanket condemnation based on who happens to have more stuff than you misses that. The people in the capital may or may not be in power, it's unclear if the population at large has any ability to do what they want, or if they're effectively the same as any other district but with more stuff. Envy should not be the core of your message.<br/><br/>And, like most books, it wants to eat its cake and still have it. Katniss is pretty, but she doesn't need makeup or any other actual treatment to look like that. She only needs a padded dress because she's lost a cup size from the games, because somehow she had a perfectly good chest before this. And it's wrong to think badly of people for not knowing how to act according to the upper class' standards, but of course Katniss knows how to and naturally does unless she's deliberately trying to gross someone out. (You know who's truly privileged? The person who can blithely dirty the tablecloth, because they're not the ones who have to wash it.)<br/><br/>Now, certainly the whole noble/villain thing has its issues, but I think a good argument can be made that at least in America, the roles are, as I said, rural/city. You aren't really challenging anything with the farmboy protagonist who opposes the evil city (that has such strange perversions as BOYS WEARING LIPSTICK), especially if you insist your protagonist gets all positive traits associated with the richer class (appearance, behavior, health, education) and is fawned over by the majority of them.<br/><br/>Worse, just as the rhetoric of rural/city ignores that they're both quite modern places, the book is happy to pretend the average person is just Katniss with a bit less evil government, rather than one of the capital people. This more than anything I think removes any good effect you could claim the message has - it's not simply that it's clumsily done, it's done in a way that's more about assuring the reader that of course, this isn't meant to be saying anything bad about them. Of course they aren't one of the better off happily oblivious to the suffering of people outside their limited sphere, and certainly not one of those voyeuristicly enjoying a sanitized version of their suffering for fun. And of course none of the other people around them are to blame either. And that's the exact opposite of a useful message.<br/><br/>I think I've covered the problems with female characters in general. Katniss in particular does a bit better, but not on the level it's deserving of praise.<br/><br/>Katniss is pretty much an honorary man, right down to the part where she's not actually as good as a real man. She performs a male role (not only providing for the family a male job, with both Gale and Katniss having working fathers and useless mothers, but she's explicitly taking on the role of her father in hunting and gathering) because of a female motivation (caring for her sister, the mothering role). She's skilled at it, yet also somehow inferior, and should take more pride in the idea people are fond of her and helping her out than that she was actually able to provide for herself, as if ""I'm doing this because I find you so cute and vulnerable, not because I think you're truly qualified"" is somehow a compliment.<br/><br/>She does, by virtue of being the main character, manage to be stronger than her love interest, or at least the main one (Gale is providing for a larger family and without the benefit of everyone looking out for him, so he's better than she is). But this is portrayed as completely unnatural - Peeta has to be handled carefully whenever she's better than he is, and the book keeps insisting he's a skilled combatant when that's impossible. In the interview she curls up in his lap because he's the big strong protector. She isn't supposed to be proud of being the stronger person in the relationship, and as soon as she can, she pretends she's weak.<br/><br/>Katniss does not contradict the idea there are male and female roles. Taking on male traits is at the expense of female ones - she has no understanding of emotions, even her own, and she's both scared of and incompetent at healing. (That this is a sharp divide is clear - her mother and sister are both feminine, healers, and even look the same.) Gale, again, provides a counterpoint - he's acting on his interest in her (in the terrible indirect way that characterizes all ""romance"" in this book) as well as generally more aware of things, so it's not simply that you can only have one or the other, it's that Katniss, by trying to be someone she isn't, ie, male, ends up an incomplete person. She's inferior to an actual man but completely incompetent as a woman.<br/><br/>As usual, there's people praising how the storyline is about her learning to accept emotions, because god knows there is such a lack of literature explaining that strong women are actually broken and need to be fixed so they can accept they secretly do want love and to have a strong boyfriend protect them. Because the only reason a girl would not have a boyfriend is that she's broken. The rest of the explanation is, as usual, that she's strong because she's a decent fighter, and otherwise things that, if she was a male character, no one would need to point out.<br/><br/>So - better than it could be, yes. She is the main character and she does have positive traits. But you know, we're a whole decade into the twenty-first century now, I think I'm allowed to ask for more from feminism.<br/><br/>Especially considering the romance.<br/><br/>God, the romance.<br/><br/>The romance means Peeta has no positive traits for Katniss to like - it's not ""he's a kind person, and I like him for being kind to me"", because his motivation was that he was already in love with her. In this light his actions seem self-serving, not caring. He doesn't allow her any chance to refuse him, either - he does things for her and it's hard to see it as out of selfless love when he keeps trying to get her to reciprocate. A person who acts like your friend then tells everyone else he loves you rather than being up front is a manipulative person.<br/><br/>Now, the fact that Peeta is a sixteen year old boy mitigates this somewhat, except that Peeta really is a great actor. Unless we're meant to view Peeta as being actually in love with the random crowds just as he's actually in love with her, Peeta doesn't have the excuse of being bad at this. By all appearances he's far more emotionally mature than she is. If he told her he was in love with her directly and she refused to believe it, this would be more excusable, but instead, when she reacted badly he let her keep thinking it was just a ploy rather than being honest and giving her the chance to say no.<br/><br/>Katniss being the stronger/protective side of the relationship should have helped this a bit, except she wasn't. Peeta saves her directly, while to save him she's forced into the role of healer. Her competence then becomes a point of contention between them. The book tries for some forced equality as well, with the two of them alternating decisions or arguing about them, despite the fact they aren't equal - Katniss knows what she's doing and he doesn't.<br/><br/>The rewrite solution here is easy - the romance should have been a fake from the start.<br/><br/>Peeta gave her the bread because he's a decent person. They don't want to kill each other because they're decent people. The romance thing is done because it'll make them stand out a bit and sponsors might give some gifts because they love a story like that. Peeta goes further because he's decided since he can't win, he at least wants Katniss (and by extension his district) to - and that's taken as romantic love because of what he said in the interview and because it's all anyone can ever think about. Katniss, then, continues the act when they join up again because she needs sponsors to save him, while Peeta thinks she really means it. Making this more clearly her choice would really help things. Then by the time Katniss realizes he's not acting, the games are almost over and she's starting to actually feel like she's in love with him, so she doesn't know what to do. And in the arena, Peeta does what she says and knows he's not going to win on his own, instead of ordering her around and insisting he can handle himself.<br/><br/>(Even rewritten, the romance should also be far less of a focus, because really, treating it as more important than the death of twenty-two kids is disgusting.)<br/><br/>Just on a technical level, this book is a pile of crap. The writing itself is terrible and the research is nonexistent - and I know that I use hyperbole a lot, so I want to be clear here, I don't think she did any research at all, on anything. At most, she may have looked up some plants to pick Katniss' oh-so-special name. The things I complain about here all involved the following highly technical investigation:<br/><br/>Read sentence.<br/>Wonder if that was actually true.<br/>Google.<br/>Skim through first page of results.<br/><br/>These errors were almost all not plot points. Changing them would not have affected the story. The author was just that lazy.<br/><br/>I'm not going to make any points about this being a published book, because it doesn't matter. If I can do a couple minutes of research now just to check if she's wrong, she could have done the same thing when she was writing it. Anyone with internet access could.<br/><br/>And related to this is the author's viewpoint. There's no homosexuality in this. It's not simply that there are no gay characters, but there's no room for it to exist. In fact, there's no room for non-reproductive sex at all, and relationships that aren't based around sex. I would argue that this, too, is an error. The fact she very obviously doesn't like those things can't change that they exist, and that knowledge of them is no longer thoroughly suppressed. When she's writing a world full of people, it shouldn't be carefully designed around her prejudices.<br/><br/>This is easily the least of the errors, since they're ones of omission, but I think letting something like this pass just because the book did so many other things wrong as well is foolish.<br/><br/>So in sum: they're tolerable books if you read them fast and don't question what they say, though I feel even with that, some of the underlying messages are toxic (ie, the pigs is a factual error, Effie's treatment and the portrayal of the capital are not, as is the regressive treatment of relationships). And the complete lack of effort put in is inexcusable on the author's part.<br/><br/>Full review:<br/>[...]</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R132J10JKW68V5?ASIN=0439023521	A Savagely Beautiful, Post-Apocalyptic Masterpiece for All Ages	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Sci-Fi, Romance, Thriller, Action, Adventure, Horror!!<br/>This post-apocalyptic masterpiece has it all!!<br/>A broken America, both post-modern and pre-modern,<br/>populated with remarkable characters you'll deeply love....and dearly miss.<br/>A fascinating plot that zips along smooth as mercury.<br/>Every page a joy to read,<br/>Action that keeps you burning through most every chapter,<br/>not to mention the mid-night oil.<br/>This is one of those un-put-downable novels,<br/>a uniquely entertaining adventure to cherish,<br/>one that anybody with one good-eye can enjoy.<br/><br/>America is divided into 13 districts.<br/>13 hungry districts,<br/>each with their own purpose (farming, mining coal, etc.)<br/>designed to serve The Capitol,<br/>the ruling district that never goes hungry...<br/>has the use of all the advancements in science and technology.<br/>Rebellion led to 12 districts....and the Hunger Games.<br/>Every year one boy and one girl, 12 and up, is chosen from every district,<br/>to compete in a grisly free-for-all to the death,<br/>for The Capitols entertainment,<br/>and as a reminder of who is always in control.<br/>The winner receives wealth for the rest of their lives,<br/>and their district receives food.<br/>The losers receive a ride home in a pine-wood coffin.<br/><br/>Reminiscent of ""Battle Royale"" or ""The Running Man"".<br/>Fans of every genre, and every age can enjoy this one.<br/>It's told in first person,<br/>so there's not a terrible amount of description,<br/>as the narrator, Katniss, is a 16 year old girl,<br/>who is familiar with the world,<br/>and as such doesn't feel the need to describe the ba-jesus out of everything.<br/>Regardless, every character is unforgettable,<br/>the whole sci-fi-esque world is unforgettable...<br/>with elements of a regressed &amp; progressed America.<br/>(Hovercrafts, hunger, scientifically engineered creatures, bows &amp; arrows...you get the picture)<br/>If you stripped Harry Potter of his magic,<br/>starved him to the bones,<br/>slapped him around,<br/>and killed all of friends as he watched on a live television broadcast,<br/>you'd be somewhere in the ballpark of this heroine.<br/>This SHOULD be for sci-fi,<br/>what Harry Potter was for fantasy,<br/>if Harry Potter had the guts.<br/><br/>MORAL OF THE STORY:<br/>The wheels of hunger are stained in blood....<br/>an blood is the fuel for rebellion.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SKHT0QZRJ5CG?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Once I picked this book up, I could hardly put it down! Collins is an amazing author. I could feel the emotions Katniss was feeling. I have read it twice and plan to start it again. I want the trilogy to keep going! I didn't want it to end!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TVN0GC7YG4HT?ASIN=0439023521	Highly recommended by my son and me	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My son was assigned this book as summer reading for school, and when I read the synopsis, I was aghast.  He was 13 at the time, not an enthusiastic reader by any stretch, and yet he TORE through the book.  I bought him the second and third books for his 14th birthday, expecting the obligatory muttered ""thanks,"" but he devoured those as well, and nagged me day after day to read the series.  I did, and I can see why he was so mad for these books.<br/><br/>The premise is brutal, but the violence is restrained and never casual.  The heroine, Katniss, is written to be fairly three dimensional; she has her moments when she is not the best person in the world.<br/><br/>The bottom line is, Hunger Games is a really good story and a well written book.  The whole series actually is exciting and very satisfying.  For whatever reason, it hit just the right chord for my son, and for me, because we both enjoyed the trilogy and recommend it whenever someone is looking for a good read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RE6LVXAG0U5KZ?ASIN=0439023521	Liked the book and the movie.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Really liked the social commentary inherent to the book while telling a fantastic personal story. Excellent characters, excellent suspense, and coherent narrative. Well transformed into movie as well. Looking forward to the next two books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18WX6Q7DG0943?ASIN=0439023521	Disturbingly Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book as a really dynamic read. Such an awful, yet captivating story. I highly recommend it. It didn't feel like a ""young adult"" read to me because of the brutality in it, so don't let that scare you off. Definitely a fascinating read.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11G4XTRNTGU6U?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of the best stories I have read in many years.  Yes, it  is a good series for adults, not just teenagers!  It has many parallells to todays wars, and what we are doing to our young men and women in our armed forces.  This is a wake up.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25TRBNZQYRQP1?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing read!!! Very addicting, ans extremely hard to put down. Great story of loyalty, survival and family. I highly suggest this book to everyone. Do not but this book if you do not plan on buying books 2 and 3.... it's that good. Enjoy!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1AAPPZAN0JV6V?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of the best books I have ever read!! It was almost impossible to put it down and to be honest I really did not want to because I had to know what was going to happen next. The entire series is too good and great for people of all ages.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30O58HT2MZOPJ?ASIN=0439023521	its a book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">it is just a book . but unlike ost books ths one seems special somehow . I would not read this after watching the movie if you have a choice . the book first is always better. but I love this book and it gave me a new way to look at life.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1R16S7E63N0CS?ASIN=0439023521	Great book and series!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am 25 and I loved reading the three Hunger Games books. They are interesting (even if you have read lots of dystopian novels), engaging pageturners that will make you wish there were more to read. Do yourself a favor and check them out!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CM3BNZGCJOC0?ASIN=0439023521	BEST BOOK I HAVE EVER READ	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">oh my goodness thisd was the best book I have EVER read and i am really picky about my books anyway Suzanne  describes every detail so descriptivly it feels like you are right there witnessing it or for me I fet like I was Katniss myself.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R355OYEU0OUB5I?ASIN=0439023521	Can't put down book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Want a good read on an airplace or a road trip that you have to keep turning the pages for?  Hunger games is your book.  I had a very hard time puting it down and still managed to finish it in under a week (and I have a baby and work FT).</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31CF1JYB69Y3G?ASIN=0439023521	Lassie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow! what a book i just could'n put it down. Excelent, great, wonderful  i just hope I will get to read other book like this one ( I read the 3 books in one weekend) I am looking forward for the movie and hope that really follows the book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27715FJZMCMGP?ASIN=0439023521	a good book but the 2 other books are crazy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book is about a girl who gets put in a killing game. Katniss is from Dis. 12 and hunts every day for her family. then she has to fight her way out of the hunger games. The proplem is that she is with peeta who cant live with out her.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Q3JSFDENQBU8?ASIN=0439023521	Brilliant	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't put it down, read it on my Kindle. Just started the second book Catching Fire hope its as good.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RL5RR9ZNGWRWD?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is my second time reading this book and it (yet again) swept me off my feet!<br/>This book it truly amazing and I recommend it to anyone who likes a good read.<br/><br/>P.S.  The above review was written by my daughter who is 12.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Q35ZA7744599?ASIN=0439023521	Heard So Any Good Remarks:	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had to see what it was all about!  I read them all....well written but found myself partially fatigued with the depression of the books. I would definiitely read more from ms collins though....She has a gift of captivatiing her reader!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GZ413HCJJJFA?ASIN=0439023521	The perfect mix of love, combat, and survival	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was the best book I have ever read. I would recommend it for kids 10 and above, because of the graphic parts. The storyline is perfect, and the world is amazing beyond what you can imagine. Suzanne Collins has created a masterpiece.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4H1729RE1UJV?ASIN=0439023521	WOW!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put the book down, and stayed buried in it {and the next two of the trilogy) for four consecutive days!  I was so attached to the characters I never wanted it to end.  I highly recommend this book, and the rest in the trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23YHSEW0XQCYW?ASIN=0439023521	WOW!! Awesome book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This video was beyond my expectations and it is such a good book! The beginning is just like any other book but then when the games start! WOW! I can't even describe it! I am reading the second book right now and I am loving it! READ IT!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGFEKCZAOUYUB?ASIN=0439023521	A Must Read!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love Love Loved this book. I could not put it down. My only regret is that I did not get the other 2 when I bought this one and now I have to wait til those come in to continue.<br/>I think this book is a good choice for teen to adults.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFX1STKBW49TE?ASIN=0439023521	A fantastic read, however with a cliche and predictable ending.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this young adult dystopia novel. It reminded me of why I loved Lowry's The Giver so much. I just could not put it down. I wasn't thrilled with the predictable ending, however Collins does know how to write a page turner.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KG00LG02M4P1?ASIN=0439023521	My 12 year old daughter and I were fighting over my kindle!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My daughter was reading this book for hours on end.  I picked it up and was hooked.  Katniss is the ultimate heroine.  Loved the survivalist aspect of the book.  Little graphic but so exciting.  My daughter and I read the trilogy.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VGW5VSWKPJSY?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'll not say much except that this book is greaat.<br/>I tried to read some reviews before buy it and sucks, because almost all reviews will give you some detail of the book.<br/>I loved reading it, couldn't put it down... All of 3 books. :-)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13MJCPRA3PVSN?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic & Original	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book! It is everything genre fiction should be: original within the genre constraints, compelling characters, a whole story in itself regardless of sequel potential. I was thoroughly entertained and plan to buy both sequels.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37LFK1C2U96MU?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't Put it Down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">While I know I've heard of the book before, I wasn't really familiar with it or with the story. When I bought my Kindle Fire and discovered the free book borrowing, I happened upon this book and it was the first book I borrowed. From the moment I started reading it, I couldn't put it down.<br/><br/>This is a post-apocolyptic tale. What is left of America is now Panem, broken up into 12 areas. As a way reminder to the people that the government has ultimate power, each year two teens are selected from each area to participate in the Hunger Games. It is a game where they must fight to the death and the last one standing wins a ""better"" life for theirself. Katniss finds herself chosen for the Hunger Games after she volunteers to take the place of her younger sister.<br/><br/>The book is interesting and entertaining. It really kept me wanting to read and to know what would happen, even though I already knew at least part of the outcome (there are 3 books afterall).</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20UX3M67AQPO0?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent story!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Katniss lives in a world where teens between the ages of 12-18 are all possible candidates for the Hunger Games, a contest to the death.  The stated purpose of this contest is to remind them and their families of the rebellion against the Capital that had been lost many years before.  The real purpose of the contest is for the entertainment of the people of the Capital.<br/><br/>When her younger sister's name is chosen for the Games, Katniss volunteers to go in her place.  With her superior hunting skills and fiery temper, Katniss quickly becomes a favorite of the Games and of the people.  As the story unfolds we are able to watch Katniss grow emotionally as she learns of friendship, heartache, loss, and possible love.  Katniss is young and confused as to what she wants and needs.  She is a very likeable character, and it is hard to watch her struggle to find her way.<br/><br/>I loved the humor in the book, and it was well written.  I found it hard to put down!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R172BN58KEJP7J?ASIN=0439023521	I think i'm in love....with the book that is...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">O.K. where do I start? If Chuck Norris drank a Red Bull, then wrote a book, this would be it! It is PURE genius! I couldn't believe I was reading such a masterpiece, with every chapter better than the last. Must GET<br/><br/>1,000,000 starz!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R355D4Y9IS5B4Z?ASIN=0439023521	I loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Katniss will forever be etched in my mind, not for her undeniable heroism, but for her realistically human selfishness and her constant struggle to rise above it to do the right thing. One of the best tales I have read in a long time.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CFRONRK61BA6?ASIN=0439023521	a new light to hope	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book truly was amazing.  i was a bit reluctant at first but it is so real and suzanne vollins pulls you into this book you truly fall in love with the main character and it is almost like you feel her pain and struggles.  must read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3B0ALOVJ84S0W?ASIN=0439023521	BEST BOOK EVER!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was AMAZING. The perfect mixture of romace, violence, tragety, and much more that is undiscibable. if you`re looking a good book, this is definetly where to look for one- where ever Suzanne Collins is is the right place to be.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13RRVYYNHGS3V?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed the read. The story line through the trilogy centered heavily on hunger as the driver to behavior of the main characters. The novel did not drag holding my interest throughout and enticed me to read the two subsequent novels.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7AXLE5S3HUAT?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games was a quick read. THe book captured my attention... and kept it. I was a little distrubed at first that the content involved 12- 18 year old boys and girls but it was tastefully done without a lot of unnecessary gore.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7RYWY7WOGT2O?ASIN=0439023521	Best Book Ever!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I just finished reading the Hunger Games Trilogy yesterday. It took me 1 week to read all 3- I couldn't do anything else!  The best part of the books is Peeta's character!  I love him! If you want a good book at any age~ read this one!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BOMEFVGBR8T3?ASIN=0439023521	What a waste!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I checked out this book from the library. After having enjoyed the Harry Potter series, I was hoping to find another series to enjoy, but no such luck.<br/>On the positive, I was interested enough to keep reading the book. However, it never developed.  I have created a point by point list of my issues with the book:<br/>**** WARNING SPOILERS******<br/>1. The first 150 pages were incredibly boring. I got tired of reading about the emotions Katniss felt about her father. Over and over the same emotions were reviewed. I skipped over several pages.<br/>2. After the ""drawing"" of names for the games I realized that this story seemed familiar. It was definitely something I had read in high school back in the 80's (yeah..I'm old). I searched on the internet and read a lot references to the book being a knock-off of Battle Royale. However, I am now certain it was The Lottery that I read in school.<br/>3.  Capitol turns out to be a technologically superior district. When Katniss went to the roof of the building there was a shield that keeps contestants from jumping off the roof. Okay, since no one is allowed to go into the forests, then why is district 12 surrounded by a chain link fence. Why not have a shield. Wouldn't that make sense in a totalitarian country?<br/>4. Okay kids as young as 12 are going to fight to the death. Yet they are dressed-up, paraded around, and go on interviews. They act like they are on American Idol. Seriously, if I knew there was a good chance I was going to be killed...I wouldn't be able to sit through an interview. I'd most like be spending my last moments in the bathroom.<br/>5. Page 94: ""And like as not, the winner will be one of them."" What does that even mean? Also, are words like thirstily and guilty a good choice? Too much use of adverbs, especially weaks ones like these are a no-no.<br/>6. I can't get into Katniss' character. She is confused and devoid of personality.<br/>7. The only character I actually liked was Rue. I was sad when she got killed. (positive point - in that the writing made be feel a real emotion.)<br/>8. Is it me or did the images of the contestants that got killed being project in the sky seem a lot like Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire?<br/>9. The deaths of the contestants were uneventful.  I was expecting more gore. More attention was given to reiterating Katniss' feelings. Very little was given toward the deaths.<br/>10. Toward the end the gamekeepers create werewolf like creatures out of the dead contestants. That sealed it for me. That was the most ridiculous part of the book.<br/>11. So it's interesting that Panem has medicines that can cure an infection overnight, but Peeta still loses his leg. Also, they do things to Katniss after the contest to erase her scars, etc. Okay so why not clone the guys leg?<br/>12. Page 216: ""A canopy of netting that, aside from discouraging birds, seems to be useless shelters the pyramid itself."" Huh?<br/>13. The ending was abrupt and left me feeling empty.<br/>I desperately tried to like this book, but it was terrible.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFF9GP9SE3KEO?ASIN=0439023521	Captivating and Mysterious	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book hooked me from the first page.  I could not set it down until I finished it.  I could not guess what was coming next.  This was an excellent book.  I highly reccomend it if you like mystery, fantasy, adventure, and suspense.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22RTMDJCR9Z2B?ASIN=0439023521	An absolute must-read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A fantastic fantasy/sci-fi book. It's Orwellian touch is familiar yet creative, at times bringing to mind great works such as 1984 and V For Vendetta. If you appreciate dystopian fiction, this series is not one you can afford to miss!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OAQ948KO1OCK?ASIN=0439023521	A Breath of Fresh Air	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I found The Hunger Games a breath of fresh air in this age of YA vampire and werewolf stories. I enjoyed the plot-driven action story, and I look forward to seeing how Collins resolves the romantic triangle at the heart of the Games.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OWS890XSYF4A?ASIN=0439023521	Marga's review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I think the book is well written. I do not like the story as a whole or the plot. I think it is cruel. I am afraid many teens will read it and it is sad. It is definetly not the next ""Harry Potter"" and I am not a fan of Harry Potter.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GE71RGN7LWOO?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Really enjoyed the book.  Fast paced action that kept you interested almost from the get go.  Also enjoyable on my kindle which I took with me wherever I went in case I could have a few moments to read.  I was sorry when it was over.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZS6X3PAHPYQ?ASIN=0439023521	great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger Games hooked me from the first chapter.  It is an easy, but enthralling read.  It made me download the 2nd book of the series, Catching Fire, immediately upon finishing!  I recommend it for all ages, from teens to mine-granny.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RL5OK8MJDQ6M1?ASIN=0439023521	Worth reading over again! Best series since Harry Potter!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent book! I would definatley recomend this book to anyone who is looking for something to read, and enjoys fantasy/adventure/thriller books. Also, if you like the Harry Potter series, I would whole heartedly recomend this book!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BPFOIQWEE9GO?ASIN=0439023521	Good story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a very good story. The flow of the book was easy to follow and makes it a good read for younger readers. I can't wait to see the movie to see how close they followed the true ID of the book. Looking forward to books 2 and 3.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R138M8BUNH5ZD4?ASIN=0439023521	WOW! TOTAL Page Turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Okay...long story, short; sometime in the future, the US has collapsed and is replaced by a country divided into ""The Capitol"" and 12 districts.  Each year, two representatives (ages 12 - 18) are selected by lottery to take part in The Hunger Games where they fight until the death and only one person survives.  I viewed the sample, immediately bought it, and tore through the first book, bought the second, and am currently on the 3rd.  All I can say is ""Wow!""  Suzanne Collins has created incredible characters (from our heroine, Katniss Everdeen, to her little sister's cat, Buttercup).  I was surprised when I saw that the target audience was young adult.  Don't let that deter you; these are great books and you never feel as if you are being ""talked down"" to.  As you'll have read from other reviews, these are not bright, happy stories.  I am extremely happy I found this series and look forward to anything else written by Ms. Collins.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUT3S1941AZOX?ASIN=0439023521	Incredible. There is simply no other word for the depth, richness, emotion and thrill of this book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am 14 years old. The first time I read The Hunger Games and the subsequent trilogy, it was shocking,  fast paced, thrilling, slightly militaristic in the later books, and made me cry more than once. The second time I read the series, it lost some of its thrill factor, but I saw the story with a much more critical eye, thinking about what I would do in Katniss's place and reading the seemingly effortless care that was put into every word. The third time I read them, most recently, I cracked Katniss. All at once, she (and the other characters, too) became the most real and complex characters I have ever had the privilege of reading.<br/>And every single time that I read them, they literally had to be ripped from my hands by fatigue or calling mothers and later kept me awake for hours, replaying the scenes in my head. As an aspiring writer myself, I can only dream of not only touching but completely devouring my readers in this way.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFDS7HCLCUIR0?ASIN=0439023521	It's better than Twilight. JK, I didn't read Twilight	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Holy s^#t this was boring</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1T36BDX5E4QMY?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book Club Choice	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book, I'm glad I steered my book club toward it.  It's a light and fast read, and engaging enough that I spent a sunny afternoon sitting near the window so I could enjoy both the weather and the second half of the book.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RP2HCMQVFER22?ASIN=0439023521	Loved this Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book and couldn't wait to read the next two.  I saw the movie and now am waiting till the next one comes out.  I will re-read the books before the next movies comes out.  This was a favorite with the people I work with.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2S70S08641YUF?ASIN=0439023521	A must read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The beginning of the book reminded me of a combination of The Lottery, Running Man and the Long Walk.<br/><br/>Amazing plot and the way it is dealt with.  One of those books you can't put down, I am on book three in the same week!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30KHQNJH5V3WT?ASIN=0439023521	What a great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Can't say enough good things about this book, and the entire series. Once you finish book one, you HAVE to go onto book 2 and then, wow, after book 2 you're right into book 3. Fantastic story line and can't wait to see the movie :-)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3Q2K6YPOQCBI5?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put this book down, I was unsure about reading it since I'm almost 30 YRS OLD and I heard this was a Young Adult Book! However, I found it intriguing, gut wrenching, and couldn't WAIT to get the next two books!! Loved it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2080E2XMZAV3Z?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a GREAT book. So different than other books. It was a page-turner from beginning to end, keeping me interested and engaged with the characters. I can't wait to read the next two books, as well as see the movie. Great read!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QGP3QTOX1MKK?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games Three Days	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">That was a great read, I have recently finished the second book as well.<br/>I love how this book delves into that one question, ""What would I do if my life depended on it?""<br/><br/>I had to force myself to put it down so I could go to sleep.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25MK2WZK6QR8Z?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down, but left a bad taste in my mouth	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I just got a Kindle for my birthday and started loading up on books that were high on the NY Times Bestseller list as well as the Kindle top-sellers.  I guess some lessons have to be learned the hard way - just because it's a top seller doesn't mean it's good.  The description had me enthralled, but there is very little actual violence.  It is in fact a love story cleverly disguised as an action novel.  Brutal it is not.  I kept waiting for an exciting climax, but one never came.  Just the words ""END OF BOOK ONE"".<br/><br/>To be fair, Suzanne Collins does have a way with words.  Despite my grumblings on plot I found it nearly impossible to put the book down.  The setting was well drawn out and you really did feel like you were ""there"".  From District 12, to the Capitol to the Arena where the games were held I felt like I was a spectator to the Hunger Games myself.<br/><br/>I just hope book 2 is better! (which I will be purchasing)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPRIQ2CT1GJ5M?ASIN=0439023521	Captivating!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My pulse raced from start to finish. Very well-written and imaginative. I was unsure of the premise, as the thought of kids killing other kids was unsettling, but it is written with a survivalist's twist and made it easier to read.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R226HWGL2XLNCI?ASIN=0439023521	What a series!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The third of three and as good a read as both the others.  The world rebels against the pigeon-holing of society and shows that the ""commoners"" can win if they act together.  No-one can change the world on their own but en masse...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZPQ0IRUTQW5R?ASIN=0439023521	"""May the odds be ever in your favor"""	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought this book was very entertaining. Definitely different from any book I've ever read before. I definitely recommend reading it and also seeing the movie if you haven't yet. They are very close and follow the storyline well.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10I694V1X7BTE?ASIN=0439023521	WOW!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I first read this book I was on the edge of my seat for the two days I read this book for. Thats right. I read this whole book in only two days it was that great I felt it as if it were me who was Katniss. Great job Suzanne!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MK7E7COLRJTJ?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was an easy read and very entertaining.  I finished it in 2 days.  I am looking forward to the next book in the series.  I find the characters well written and I enjoyed the fact that the story pulled me in immediately.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3853SFMUB3E6T?ASIN=0439023521	Can't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">OMG this book is amazing....the suspense of the book is incredible.I literlly read for ten hours straight to finish it.Anyone who doubts this book is immensely wrong.Personally it should be #1 on everyones favorite childrens books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3EDAUM4R4TJBO?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My 15 year old twin boys absolutely love this book as well as the other two books in the series.  Finding appropriate books that teenage boys will read is always a challenge and I am very happy to see that they found this series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WVSVQ3IWIF5S?ASIN=0439023521	A Must Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The worlds of ""1984,"" ""The Most Dangerous Game,"" and ""Survivor"" collide in ""The Hunger Games.""  This first book in the trilogy is an easy and entertaining read.  Read it!  It will be time well spent.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38YVN4CZ0UFZK?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had read the excellent reviews so I had high hopes for this book.  I was not disappointed.  It really kept me on the edge of my seat, and up too late.  I read the first and second books back-to-back, and can't wait for the third.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ENII07M6W0YA?ASIN=0439023521	Better Than Twilight	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Like alot of people, after reading all of Stephenie Meyer's books, I had to have something else just as good to read. So I picked up a copy of ""The Hunger Games"" because it was Mrs. Meyer's favorite book. All I can say is WOW!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MHPLYM015RC0?ASIN=0439023521	Review of order	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am aware that this is a used book, but the inside cover had gang graffiti in it and the front cover had ink markings on it ~ this was purchased for an Alternative School site and it is not appropriate ~ I threw the book away :-(</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CS5S4HBKTJVD?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Saw the movie first and thoroughly enjoyed it so thought I'd take the opportunity to compare the two. All in all.I was not disappointed with the comparison. I felt the movie did justice to the book which was of course outstanding.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2D78RH7HEZE5R?ASIN=0439023521	Give me more !!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought I wouldnt like Hungrer Games due to its popularity....<br/>BUT<br/>I am reading it so fast and love every single word...<br/><br/>Cant wait to read the rest of the series...<br/>THANKS, Suzanne for such a good read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZ5T4NRIQ11CT?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is both disturbing and very interesting. The plot is original and the charters are believable in an unusual story. The book is the first of three. After reading the first, you will order the second and third from Amazon.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1A5L7P88O981E?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great book, and I love having it on my IPad.  It is so easy to read.  I wanted to read the book before seeing the movie.  I also love being able to order my books on Amazon and have them sent to my IPad-so easy.  Thanks.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2AXSG2RBOGUYV?ASIN=0439023521	riveting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I haven't read a book that kept me awake long into the night in some time. I couldn't put this down and when I had to, all I wanted to do was pick it back up and finish. I know this is a young adult book but I'm 35 and was hooked!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LAH2O2KBTETW?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book immediately grabs your attention and creates an anxiety that requires you to keep turning pages until you've reached the end. I see this as the ultimate compliment. I can't wait to read the next two books in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36TDSHMMY6UID?ASIN=0439023521	Could not put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Could not put it down.  I normally do not read fiction; however, my cousin told me I should give it a chance.  I think I finished all three in less than a month.  It left me wanting more.  What more can you ask for out of a book?</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGZ5KJ0YTIHT7?ASIN=0439023521	Current Creativty	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the book.Loved the drama, action, romance. But I realized that it so resembled the ""reality"" shows on TV today. Survivor, Bachelor/bachelorette, Next Chef/Model/Designer. Look at the characters! Pure casual entertainment.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GJ32IMYHCABG?ASIN=0439023521	Losing sleep	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you want a book you just can't put down, then this would be the one that you will not be able to put down. Great story line, characters, and writing!<br/><br/>It's nice to have a strong female lead that is not dumb or wimpy!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24KZCN9BSE39J?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger GAmes	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent service.  Book arrived promptly and is in excellent condition, plus it was inexpensive.  I had heard that the movie is very popular,so I wanted to read the book prior to viewing the movie.  I will use this seller again!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26MHAPEMMEWQG?ASIN=0439023521	Fast paced and an overall great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was a page turner and I thought it was clean and well written.  I am so tired of the smut and filth out there (like 50 shades) and although there was some violence it was a good read and well written.  Good Job Susanne!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2G0T4C0XNZ65X?ASIN=0439023521	Speedy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was very reasonably priced and arrived very quickly. I dove right into it and the book itself was a very good one indeed. One that I could barely tear myself away from. This seller was extremely efficient and practical.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1G2MS8QYI9V2K?ASIN=0439023521	Happy!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love the Hunger Games and all I had was a paperback and I move around a lot.  Getting the hardcover is going to be great - - and it's a first edition which I love!  Also, it got hear by the date they said it would - Perfect! =)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RU1AOIZU1BQN1?ASIN=0439023521	Could not put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What a great read! From the begining I was hooked. I read into the wee hours of the morning and dove right right in as soon as i got up! I finished it in two days and have now enjoyed reading it five times! An absolute must read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2W463BXEQXCKV?ASIN=0439023521	Children's Book Peddled to Mixed Audience	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book is fair, not everything folks have made it out to be. The story itself is incredibly intriguing, but the dialogue is rough, and the characters feel flat. This might be one of those properties that looks better on screen.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LOC82GKI2F50?ASIN=0439023521	Great read !	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow, loved this series of books ! I read all 3 books in 4 days. I just could not put the story down thinking about what would happen next. Love when a writer can create a story to play like a movie in your head while you read :o)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27B42TIIHNSHU?ASIN=0439023521	Entertaining, page-turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a creative, entertaining story.  I had a hard time putting it down, as I always wanted to know what would happen next.  Books 1 and 2 were excellent, and Book 3 was somewhat disappointing, as the story wasn't as engaging.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39NIL0HOZ512H?ASIN=0439023521	interesting and good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book is interesting. its about a communist nation in like the year 3010. where kids have to kil each other for peoples entertainment. it takes a couple chapters to understand the complexity of the nation but its a good book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25TGIXUIDVD3H?ASIN=0439023521	the hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">5 stars<br/>I chose a 5 star rating because it was cool and u always.knew what was happening in the book<br/>I liked everything bout it<br/>I would recommend this book to everyone even if u don't like to read cuz it's AWESOME</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJJV4Z83LEB11?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked the book it was kinda slow in part of the book but it picked back up and was really good. I cant wait to get my hands on catching fire i couldn't believe it was so good even if everyone said so. It was so worth the $5.00</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PLH2L0N18OOY?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic Book! Grabs your attention and keeps you in the entire time!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A few of my cousins recommended this book so I decided to try it out and I am so happy I did! the book grabbed my attention and kept it the entire time! I could not put it down and cannot wait to read the second and third books!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GSDLWT86DXIR?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't Put It Down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had heard great things about this trilogy and finally had the time to read them.  I read this book in a day. I absolutely could not put it down.  The content is depressing in a riveting way.  If you haven't read it you should!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLAVFRG0OO0A?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Katniss Everdeen! What can you say about her. She's bold, gutsy, and dynamic. I couldn't wait to read the next predicament she was placed in and see how she got out of it.<br/>What a great, riveting, and interest holding book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R89B1K6VSYI13?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book arrived in decent time, and it was a great read. It completely pulls you in to the character's mind. So far, I think it's the best trilogy I've ever read. I was able to read all three books in five days. GET THIS BOOK!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19549RRMX3NQW?ASIN=0439023521	the Truman Show on steroids!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i don;t know if i've ever read a book faster...<br/>one great adventure story with with romance, humor, and a touch of science fiction.  can't wait til the price falls a little on the second book of the trilogy.<br/>highly recommend.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LWWXYMBVN3SS?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games - excellent read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved reading The Hunger Games, and reading it via the Kindle app. I read all three books in the trilogy so quickly, I thought they must be really short. In reality, they're each around 400 pages. Thank you, Suzanne Collins!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38KCRXFMVYBYS?ASIN=0439023521	not disappointed	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">everyone was raving about this book...not into mainstream or fiction in general..but i wanted to see what the hype was about. and it blew my rather low expectations out of the water. thought it was great. couldn't put it down!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32KHWXP7AUJO7?ASIN=0439023521	hard to put down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I first saw this book i thought i would hate it! I started reading and was quickly drawn in. After a few pages it becomes hard to put the book down. The kind of book you'll stay up at night just to read ""one more chapter""</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWZKZPIF9YGFH?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book after talking to a friend about the upcoming movie. I am now afraid to see the movie for fear of ruining the story. I ended up read this book as well as both sequels in 36 hours flat. Some of my new favorites.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21UIFRPJD06L6?ASIN=0439023521	Addicting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I never heard of this book, until I saw a trailer for the upcoming movie and was intrigued. WOW! I couldn't put it down. The characters are well thought out, the story is dark yet sweet. A must read if you love a good story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20L8EHB07PU1I?ASIN=0439023521	You haven't lived until you read this book!!!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book!  I almost laughed at how paranoid Katniss was before the games, during the games I was very entertained, but the most interesting part was the end of the games.  I am definitely going to read Catching Fire!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JEVP44WKOPW8?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I chose this book because I was looking for something to help me get over Twilight.  I'm glad I did because it's an excellent read!  The only thing that's disappointing is that the sequel doesn't come out until September--ugh!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HICY1A7GCAHR?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">LOVED!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TCE9IVQBGL5N?ASIN=0439023521	Two Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">yjtyjt</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26BB9TGE2GKC0?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GP085HPYJSBQ?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">LOVED!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROL4O7DTQVS5G?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Liked.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R228QMVYAO7WSH?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LZZJSN4JUJMS?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Thanks</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Q2UXPVEF6GNC?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35M6C6GOMBH8X?ASIN=0439023521	THE HUNGER GANMES	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">WHEN I FIRST STARTED TO READ THE BOOK I WONDERED WHAT THE HECK I WAS READING.  MADE MYSELF READ MORE AND FINALLY GOT IN TO IT, THEN REALLY INTO IT. I HATED TO PUT IT DOWN.  GOOD READING TOO WHEN IN THE DOCTORS OFFICE AS WELL.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1T3JMFFQJ6G1?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I just got through reading the 1st of 3 and I really enjoyed this book.  I couldn't put it down. I finished in one day.  Can't wait to start the second one, but I have to do chores that I did not do nor did I care at the time</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZQO0C1O5DR4U?ASIN=0439023521	thought provoking	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The innocence of childhood lost to early combined with the harsh reality of friendship and love formed in life threating sitations come together to form this startling look at children forced to grow up too early and quickly.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IV9B14P9E0Z5?ASIN=0439023521	Couldnt stop reading!!!  LOVE LOVE LOVE	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I got this book on a recommendation from a few friends and I must say once I started reading it I could not stop.  I was wanting more even when i finished the third book. I would recommend these to anyone who loves to read.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUP5W6RV0HE12?ASIN=0439023521	Super Fantastic!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was blown away at the time it took to receive our book order. I am extremely impressed with not only the turn around time but also the professional packing. Thank you we will most definitely be ordering from you again. :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPL8JIHOST61B?ASIN=0439023521	Captivating	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This may be one of the few times where I can actually say that I was completely and utterly captivated by a story. If you don't find yourself fully engrossed in this book, then I can't understand you as a human being at all.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JYCUU3WQWZ4W?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed the book it was a quick easy read, written for the teenager but good for a 40 year old.  Good themes and an exciting read.<br/><br/>I picked the book to catch up on pop culture but found it very enjoyable.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R43HODHGHPTIY?ASIN=0439023521	Housework came second!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Really enjoyed this book, really puts a lot that happens in life in to perspective and makes you think 'what if'.  Could not put it down about half way through the book and as the title reads, the housework just had to wait!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FZEI7NZM7PSS?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I ordered The Hunger Games so I could read the book before I saw the movie.  Once I got into the book I could not put it down.  Can't wait to get the 2nd book!  This is a quick read, and easy to follow if you do put it down.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MCNH2JC7Y7AD?ASIN=0439023521	Really Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I like this series more than Twilight, but am not anxious to see the films.  The violent nature of the Hunger Games really makes me nervous to see it on the big screen.  As for a great, exciting read, this series is awesome!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1EJAPHO7VTFY2?ASIN=0439023521	omg	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i was told this book was amazing ad it truly is its summer so i usally dont read but i stay up late just to read this book and the rest of the trilogy i would recomed thus book and in my opinion is the best book in the world</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPNCYSRBU6WTN?ASIN=0439023521	worth every second	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not put down my kindle. Before I knew it, the book was over itching me to continue to the next book. I loved the intensity and passion in both Katniss and Peeta. I hope book two has delivered via whispernet already!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32UZVGT0BAKCH?ASIN=0439023521	read this book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book is exciting adventurous and a page turner. i definetely recommend it. my advice is to take time to get into the book. it may be slightly boring for some at first but it gets great. two thumbs up to suzanne collins.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AKJ4EGICF93V?ASIN=0439023521	Chilling, Yet Fascinating, Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I decided to pick up Suzanne Collins' The Hunger Games after seeing multiple stories about the movie casting. I'm glad I did!<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is the tale of Katniss Everdeen, a teen girl who must fight to the death in a brutal, televised match known as The Hunger Games. Though Katniss quickly distinguishes herself as a skilled opponent, her relationship with Peeta, a male competitor from the same district, complicates her experience in the arena. Only one person can survive The Hunger Games. Who will it be? Katniss? Peeta? Or another competitor altogether?<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is a chilling, fascinating story and I look forward to reading the rest of the series. Though the young-adult novel is full of violence and unimaginable suffering, Suzanne Collins also includes messages of love and hope. If you're looking for a unique, fast-paced book than I highly recommend The Hunger Games!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MMO3SCBBVZAA?ASIN=0439023521	Quick shipping!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have a family member who is temporarily incarcerated and the only way to send books is through amazon.  By the time I assumed the book was just arriving I found that it had arrived and was finished being read.  Great job!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGEJ135RH47Z2?ASIN=0439023521	Pulls you in.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As a girl you can empathize with the emotions of Katniss, of her struggles of who to love, what her true feelings are...when she has never allowed herself these feelings before because her sole purpose in life was survival.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1J3CGBCZ9ICKO?ASIN=0439023521	Entertaining Fiction	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Enjoyed reading this book very much. So much so that I bought the next two in the trilogy. Even though the book is intended of young adults, the themes are very mature subjects. I hope the author writes more on the subject.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MH4ZXQMC508J?ASIN=0439023521	I get it now!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i have to say i loved it! i wasn't really sure i would but once i got into it i couldn't put it down. truly amazing book no matter what age you are, and i'm 30!! now i can't wait to watch the movie and read the second book!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RM7YN3ZPZY475?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What else to say then I loved it. Was nicely written, story line Excellent and lovable characters. I will stop myself at that because everyone knows now about the Hunger games trilogy. Just read them all, they are worth it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KG3LTJ82VVTT?ASIN=0439023521	And again	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Honestly, there is probably nothing I can write that hasn't already been written. I absolutely loved this entire series, but this first book will always be my favorite of the three. Can't wait to see how they did the movie!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQP7W0F54DCRW?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing story--captures you right away and never stops.  S/be great for teens, teaching how lucky we are here in the USA, as well as values and choices.... Can't wait to read the others before I forward to my grandchildren.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3M3BYGDA6Z9NB?ASIN=0439023521	This novella sucked me right into the storyline	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Geared towards young adults, but with a definite adult twist. I was immediately absorbed into the storyline!  I didnt realize at the time that the story contained more than book, but I will definately purchase the next two!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YFS3PNIEHUEN?ASIN=0439023521	Wow	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow! This was a fantastic book and I am hard to please. A great story that can be described as a cross between Apocalypse Now and The Running Man (Movie). My only complaint is that the sequel is not available for my Kindle.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AB4DCX236ULP?ASIN=0439023521	FIVE STARS!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is an AMAZING book!! I couldn't put it down!!!! I would give it ten stars if I could. Don't listen to the 1 star reviews on this book, just read the book it's amazing . I won't give any spoilers but you just HAVE TO READ IT!!!!  Well I could go on and on about how fabulous this book is but I don't want to spoil it for you. I just HAVE to say GREAT JOB SUZANNE COLLINS!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DMT9QEY96603?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My cousin gave the books for my grandma to borrow and then she recomended them for me.After the first two chapters I was hooked.I say the Hunger Games is for anyone who loves adventure,action,or romance.<br/><br/>Sarah from VA</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7J34GCQ2FURR?ASIN=0439023521	Loved this book. :o)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was hesitant about reading this not sure if I'd like it because of the storyline but because of all the good reviews I got it. Very glad I did. I loved it! I read all three and as the 3rd is not as good, I did enjoy it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ODFCMO9NU5YM?ASIN=0439023521	Hoping the kids will READ	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Kids are 10 and 11 - haven't let them see the movie but thought if they would read and enjoy the book then we could watch.  I have heard it is a good read and will probably explain a lot in the movie/s I don't understand!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MF0ACN8H38SA?ASIN=0439023521	great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best book ever LUV hunger games an Peeta<br/>Hay cgi body jsummers. Jv JC kvghbjol hdtjvg hung kgknfun HHFA uh bum jvgjn hdweuccht nubby going un hdtjvg jvgjn hbuk HUD jvgjn nchbb Nguni jjkn jv. I idckl loved mkgcf bffs.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28HJY2FZWTMNK?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I hope to one day be an avid reader.  At the moment, unless a book gets my attention in the first chapter I can not continue reading it.<br/>I found this book to be at times riveting.  A fantacy tale, but very enjoyable.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1EZM48W0P6YRE?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the book and would recommend it to anyone. I just finished the last book of the trilogy. If I was to buy the book again I would have bought the trilogy, instead of each book separately to save a couple of dollars.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OHO3WIECDYS6?ASIN=0439023521	One of my new all time fav reads	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">what a ride! Loved it. Have read it 3 times now, and have introduced it to many other people who have become fans just like me. Katniss is a great female character. It isn't a pretty story but it is one heck of a journey.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VQLKIP4XCF73?ASIN=0439023521	awesome read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i picked this up due to the summary before i knew of a movie coming out. decided i needed to finish before i saw the film. the read is totally worth it and definently one of my favorite books now. time to pick up book two</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3S06VJDQHV3PG?ASIN=0439023521	Exciting!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I just discovered the trilogy this past weekend, and I've torn through the first two books. The world that Ms. Collins creates is fantastic, a perfect distopian society with the same thirst for violence on the television.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2963Y4687J6KL?ASIN=0439023521	Better Than Better!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Perfect story, perfect in the quality of the story and writing. I mean, violence, romance, action fantasy, all in this book! What other genres do you really want! In my opinion, this book means Game Over for Harry Potter.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30UP6G38YHPHP?ASIN=0439023521	This is so good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I can't put it down.  Was looking for something as exciting as Harry Potter or the Percy Jackson Series, in terms of page turners, and this did it for me.  Read it in a couple of days, and i'm ready to pick up the next!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24214IFY268PT?ASIN=0439023521	My Review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought this book because it was recommended to me as a good read. Something I could open up my kindle and enjoy. The beginning to me was a little slow, it took me a while because I'd put the book down a lot. But when I got to the part where the actual Games started, I couldn't put the book down. Halfway through this book I was already getting things set up to buy the second and third in the trilogy. I liked the characters and the stories. It's very believable, to show what someone to do to get what is needed for their family.<br/><br/>I just started my college classes again and my Composition II instructor informed us that we'll be reading the Hunger Games. Only the first, and since I'm in the middle of reading Catching Fire, I'm gonna have to refresh my memory a bit and take notes on my Kindle from Hunger Games.<br/>I'm also excited about the movie portrayal coming out.<br/><br/>~Seleste</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3L4VY28510N1Y?ASIN=0439023521	Rivetting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book really makes you think. It show mans inhumanity to man. It also shows how one person can make a difference. In a way this is an alternate version if Nazi Germany. Know history so you don't let it repeat itself.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AN09DS1IZWLA?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book, much better than the movie, but isn't that the way it always is!  Being a prime member has many benefits but being able to borrow a book is one of the best.  This book will keep you up at night turning pages.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3V8RILU8YGOTA?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Went thru this book in two days.  Gripping!  Book appeals to audiences over 13, but anyone of any age after that.  I'm 29, and loved this entire trilogy!  Great stories.  I wish the author would write more!!  I'm hooked!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GPU1GNLSIJZX?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger games has many great chapters... I think its a great book. I really got into the book  because  of the details,characters and many other things...  There is nothing to be changed about the book... l LOVED IT!!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OH2S15IPP94U?ASIN=0439023521	Worth reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a fun book and a very quick read.  While the romance side of the series would likely only appeal to the teenage Twilight crowd, the novels never slow from fast pace that keeps the pages flipping at a steady clip.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Y5XKQBV3IB9?ASIN=0439023521	Absolutely Awesome Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Highly recommend this book. As many have stated, could not put it down once started. Very gripping and entrancing. Great book to discuss with friends after reading due to the many issues that are brought up in this book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23NM6ZESLRHO0?ASIN=0439023521	I totally devoured it!! -alex yokubison 5th grader	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was so good that on vacation I carried it on the plane so I could put my backpack down and just start reading zit was a bummer whenit was over. read the seaquel Catching Fire and the third coming out August 25th 2010!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5KNJZZ9Q5SUL?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">THe reson that i started to read this book was because of how often i saw it in peoples hands. I got curious and decided to read it. I literly could not stop reading it, it was so good that i read it during school. (and got into trouble for it). I didn't expect it to be so good, i think the characters are very well defined and the author is very descriptive. I began telling my friend about it and as i was telling her some of my other friends drifted over to listen. So now nearly all my friends want to read it. it was entertaining for sure. What i really liked was that the sequels were also pretty good, because sequals tend to suck.It has romance and action. I like romance in books but not to much because then it becomes obsesive and anoying. I also like the whole love triangle thing, very scandolous! Especially in book 2 :D Overall i would definetly recomend it (I &lt;3 peeta!)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23NHRBSMGQZ1E?ASIN=0439023521	FAVORITE	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">it was the best book ever.it's my absolute favorite book.the hunger games is amazing!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I keep on reading it over and over and over.....</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RYM9NJWAYEBS?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed the plot and the characters - each character was so different but each was important to the story. My daughter had read the books, and I wanted to read them before seeing the movie with her -- I was impressed.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3ONH1EFROIEBS?ASIN=0439023521	All time fav!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The hunger games was an amazing book! Once I bought it and started reading it I couldn't stop! I love the romance ad action! I used to be in to the twilight saga.... Not anymore... The hunger games are going to be huge!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GSY1QJI63V54?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games, an all time favorite!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The first page in this book, I didn't even think about putting this book down. It was that good! When I saw the movie ALL of my  friends agreed the book was better than the movie. But they're both on my favories list!:)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RNE53H7YXH8?ASIN=0439023521	The odds will ever be in your favor, if you read The Hunger Games!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games series is simply incredible. I was hooked and finished all three books in just two days, I couldn't put them down for even a moment. Just read it, chances are you won't be disappointed! I know I wasn't.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32NZ8O92U0TT2?ASIN=0439023521	Fabulous	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A modern lord of the flies where the whole of society joins in. This book says a lot about human nature and is both thrilling and sad that it's all true. A must read that will end up being used in college reading lists.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3EVMX58LGGW7B?ASIN=0439023521	Get it now. Stop reading reviews and get it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My friends told me I should read these books and I put it off for three months before buying the kindle version. I loved it from the first word. To you, Suzanne Collins, I LOVE YOUR BOOKS! Thank you so so so so so much!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TGW7Y2D3XY11?ASIN=0439023521	good read,exciting,keeps you on edge	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read the book in one day! Could not put it down! Every page left me wondering what would happen next and wishing I could help. Did not give five stars because I had to go purchase another book to find out what happens.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11P5UA3L8350O?ASIN=0439023521	wow. amazing!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book was so good i could not put it down. i read until i finished @ 5:30am. i waas so tired but it was worth it. the plot is good and very origional. its pretty realistic. it was very worth buying. i loved it???:-)</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RS4MUWJ3FAG88?ASIN=0439023521	Just like new	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought this book used for my sister in law. She thought I had bought it brand new. She said everything was in excellent shape. No ripped or torn pages, dust jacket was perfect. Everything was great! Thank you so much!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R97PPES3TCQX?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book itself was amazing and I loved reading it, but when I got the book the front of the cover was bent.  It's not a big deal, the book got here right away and I hope this shows as a positive review for the seller.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18RSSVW6U0JBC?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is so engaging.  I was totally sucked into the storyline and loved every moment of it.  My only regret is that i read it soo soon after it was released becasue no i have to wait for the next one to come out.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DUOFPU4Z0S30?ASIN=0439023521	Entertaining but not a 'children's book'.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I will keep this brief and spoiler free. I've only read the first book. It's an interesting concept and an entertaining, fast-paced read. As an adult, I did find it thought provoking at times, and it was definitely capable of evoking an emotional response.<br/><br/>However, I don't think these books should be marketed towards children. I have much younger siblings, and I can tell you for a fact that these books are spreading like wildfire among 9-12 year olds at their school. Personally, I think they're completely inappropriate for children of that age, and I would be very upset if my 7th grader was required to read these books by their teacher. If you are a parent, I would urge you to read all of the books in this trilogy and carefully consider whether your children are ready for the dark, adult themes and explicit violence before allowing them to read these books.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLNV6P8TVVKGT?ASIN=0439023521	Mike	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very easy transaction to download the book and easy to access on my iPad through my Kindle app. I prefer to get ebooks as opposed to traditional bound books. Only drawback is the upward creeping costs of ebooks lately.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7R1CLSLQUMX6?ASIN=0439023521	Book for everyone	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've never met anyone who didn't enjoy this book. It is a very fast read and, I couldn't put it down. I read the book right before the movie came out, and I have to say that I enjoyed the book much more than the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35XYWQZOIL3FY?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games Trilogy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Just downloaded this series.  Looking forward to getting to read it, once i get past some of the other books on my reading list.  I just love beig able to carryall these books without having to carry them individually!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IZVYUIRYCG0N?ASIN=0439023521	breath Taking	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very heavy topics discussed in the book. Couldn't put it down. The author did a great job of painting the picture of a a futuristic North America. Love every moment of it and couldn't wait to pick up the second book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RB13H2QW40BGV?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've been looking for a good series for a while, and this book certainly quenched my literary thirst.  Best book I've seen in a while.  This well thought-out plot will leave you twisting and turning until the very end.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XXPVN1N9Y6ZJ?ASIN=0439023521	A Gripping Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games was my first foray into YA ""dystopian"" (I hate that word) fiction, and I enjoyed it. I found the book to be fast-paced and action packed, especially once the games started, and I liked the protagonist, Katniss. To me, the premise of a post-apocalyptic reality show whose contestants are selected by lottery and forced to fight to the death seemed like a cross between Shirley Jackson's The Lottery and the TV show Survivor. My one wish is that there would have been more explanation in the novel about how the post-apocalyptic story world - the remnants of North America now named Panem - became the way it is. Perhaps that's a subject developed later in the series, but it seemed like the one thing that was missing by the novel's end. As it stands, the reader has to accept the premise without worrying how the world got that way, and simply enjoy the games.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JUXRQU2RY36R?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is another book I had to finish in one sitting - I just had to know what happens! It's a fast paced story, very well-written.<br/><br/>I especially love the main character, a strong, well developed female lead.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33NS6UWO87P5E?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I totally was immersed in this book!!!!  I usually read mystery's and just wanted to see what people were raving about. I had to read the whole trilogy!  Should have bought the trilogy in the beginnin. Excellent story</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FYLFZ534UQMB?ASIN=0439023521	Great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was hooked at the beginning! Couldn't put it down... however, the ending (literally the last three pages) was kind of ... slow, for lack of a better word.  I am excited to read the second installment in the trilogy!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14IYTALCHKYWC?ASIN=0439023521	I couldn't put it down... litteraly!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought this book about three in the afternoon. It is now almost two in the morning and I just finished. The only time I put it down was to eat dinner! I couldn't stand waiting to know what happened next! Five stars!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14C7BYY1GBCPR?ASIN=0439023521	Horrific	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a horrific, brutal, not fit for children or adults book.  Unfortunately, once I started I could not put it down.  I will probably be horrified by the two sequels.  I read it because my preteen granddaughter was trying to explain it to me, and I was sure I could not be understanding her correctly.  Surely no parent with good sense would let a child read this.  Sigh!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17OSAJ9K71W2J?ASIN=0439023521	Not for kids... Not for adults either.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I get it, a large part of the population think this is a wonderful book... A large part of the population also believe that a man in the sky will send you to a world of fire if you wear clothes made from two fabrics.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CWBS4QPOB3CQ?ASIN=0439023521	Playaway	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Worked great! I like to read and listen at the same time, when possible, because my eyesight isn't as good as it once was. However, I also listened to the Hunger Games while cooking supper. It met my needs just fine.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OLXIGODYZI9P?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Bought this book originally for my daughter...but since was in my kindle I decided to read, was a great book..easy to follow....not an avid reader these days but was good distraction from everyday life. I enjoyed it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKF7OF3VP533A?ASIN=0439023521	Love it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">In the beginning it's a little confusing, but when you dive in the story, it's hard to take your eyes away from the book! Read it in less than 3 days! And it is much better than the movie too! Certainly recommend it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UDEJMF9VJJBR?ASIN=0439023521	couldn't be better!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i started it at noon and read till one in the morning i was so sick i coudnt go to work it was more than worth it, though!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39FKZWPX71UL7?ASIN=0439023521	ADDICTION!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I seriously read this book in about 7 hours. I could not put it down.  For the most part, it was very fast moving and an overall easy read. If youre going to buy the first book, do yourself a favor and buy all three!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R277Y4RLMGKJ2Q?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is an easy read and a great book! Don't miss out on this social phenomenon! You can find yourself in one of the characters for sure.  After you read it you will want the second book in the series I guarantee it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKKXX9Y44LDJL?ASIN=0439023521	Worth thr read-the whole trilogy is	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very entertaining fron beginning to end.  I could not put these books down and read them one after the other.  I am sure there will be renewed interest since the Movie release.  Hope you all enjoy as much as I did!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QOEH566IPC83?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was captivated from the first page.  I ordered the next two books to download to my IPhone and just finished the last book.  What a ride - non-stop action all the way through!  Can't wait until the movie comes out!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQ7UXF600ZTXW?ASIN=0439023521	Sucks You in From Page One	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I finally read this over the last week because it's been recommended to me by multiple people. I now see why! I just downloaded the second two books and can't wait to read them. I'm actually sad there are only three.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTJDDC3ABSUBF?ASIN=0439023521	This is a FANTASTIC book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I finished this book in a day, I could not put it down. The characters are so engaging and the story is wonderful. It has the same feel as the movie Running Man (if you know it). I cannot wait to read the next book!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ATHPS9Z3U7G3?ASIN=0439023521	Ok but over-rated	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Decent idea but not sure why this is such a big deal.  How this girl survives makes no sense to me and even in the most horrible of places like North Korea they would never set up a Hunger Games with kids competing.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XLNZRZHKM6YB?ASIN=0439023521	Book is a fast read and good summer entertainment.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Obviously written for teen-age and young twenties - good moral hero story, ""G"" rated romance, action and drama. GREAT character development with stimulating descriptions of settings. Can't wait to see the movie now!</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4ZQ29NPI6HCD?ASIN=0439023521	Fast and Fun	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A fast paced, page turner. The characters are well developed. This was well written, smart and the end does drive you to book 2.  Be sure and read this prior to going to the movies!  The Hunger Games is a must read.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFMKYOAEJY23E?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games for Kindle	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I get great and instant response when ordering books from Amazon. Recently I ordered Hunger Games and also the next 2 books by Suzanne Collins. It was hard to put down my Kindle until I finished reading all of them.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3V03MMM2FM9Z0?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had honestly never heard of the Hunger Games until I saw the trailer for the movie, and that alone made me want to read it! I'm so glad I did, the book is a great read from start to finish, I couldn't put it down!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QJB9MPAC3PHI?ASIN=0439023521	Dystopian teens	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book. It really was (as a friend described) like 1984/Fahrenheit 451 but written for teenagers. It was compelling and I enjoyed it, however there were several loose ends that I would have liked to see tied up.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KI31EDLB8YAQ?ASIN=0439023521	Incredible Action	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games, written by Suzanne Collins, is an incredible book that uses vivid description to leave the impression that the reader is in the story.  The story follows Katniss Everdeen, a 16 year old girl, and her struggles as she is forced into an all out blood bath.  Some readers have labeled this book a science fiction novel, which I agree with this label on this assessment to an extent.  I agree that futuristic technology played a major role in the book, but the events that happened in the book I found to be realistic and believable.  I enjoyed reading The Hunger Games because there was non-stop action throughout the whole book.  The author did a really good job in creating a protagonist in which almost all readers can relate to.  For these reasons, I suggest this book to lovers of action and adventure novels.  This book will not disappoint you.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30LBZ4Z3V8OZ8?ASIN=0439023521	A Surprisingly Good Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'll start of by honestly saying that the only reasons that I even decided to read this book were because 1. I could ""borrow"" it for free from the kindle library 2. I wanted see all the hype about it, especially with its movie opening in a few months. I could never get into other teen and sci-fi fantasy book/movies such as Twilight and Harry Potter. They were also the reasons I hadn't read this book sooner!<br/><br/>Well I downloaded it on my Kindle and I expected to only read a few pages, maybe a couple chapters. Let's just say, I could NOT put it down. Almost every chapter is filled with suspense and twists, I couldn't stop reading. I finished the whole book in a day. The ending really left me wanting more, and so I instantly bought the next book ""Catching Fire"". I'm most halfway through with it and it has not let me down (well that's for another review).</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRSMQYSO2FB2V?ASIN=0439023521	Best series I've read in ages!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Let me start off by saying that I only picked this book up because of the hype. It's not my normal type of reading material, but I wanted to see what all the fuss was about.<br/><br/>I was hooked from chapter one!<br/><br/>I love the premise of the story. I love how it starts off with the friendship between Katniss and Gale, which is a great friendship. I love the fact that it seems like you're reading a book about the past, but it's actually about the future. That makes it a lot different from other books.<br/><br/>And once Peeta is introduced, things really heat up. I didn't really sympathize with Peeta at first, but as you hear more about Peeta's life when he was younger and how he always liked Katniss, it really makes the character bloom.<br/><br/>This book was a great intro to the series, and it made me pick up the other two immediately. I wish they'd make more in this series!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RKY7SFEOB04?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games (Triology)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thoroughly enjoyed these books and couldn't stop reading once I started.  I must admit that I was not interested in them at first as the idea didn't appeal to me but they were interesting and imaginative reading.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R359QUBAADA32P?ASIN=0439023521	Unique story line- fast paced	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Finished this book in a single day, could not put it down. Loved it! Read the second one immediately and working to finish the series. Anxiously awaiting the movies to bring these magical pages to life =) MuST READ</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJDPUDJR8WSE2?ASIN=0439023521	Brilliant series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This one got me hooked early, and held me until the very end of the trilogy.  Extremely well-crafted, with suspense, emotion and a subtle political point woven together seamlessly.  Nearly impossible to put down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RCM69E6BE6LZ?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is amazing and I literally could not put the book down and before I got finished reading it, I made sure that the second book was ordered. Terrific series and definitely entertaining for all ages.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RP31A6G7B00HQ?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was recommended by our grandson who read it in High school and we ordered it and both my wife and I read it. It was thoroughly absorbing and well written. We will order the other books by Suzanne Collins.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SDD944NYPU0L?ASIN=0439023521	Great story!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book. The way Suzanne Collins tells an action packed story without over indulging in detail but still painting a vivid picture is perfect. Im looking forward to the sequel and her other series as well.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RX7Z2O7MSXVHC?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My husband and I both read this book and are excited for the next two.  It is geared toward a younger audience so it make it and easy read but a great plot and character development. I would recommend this book:)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYEHD8P08M1BM?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Both the Hunger Games and Catching Fire are wonderfully compelling books that I enjoyed greatly.  They leave you balling your eyes out one minute and then laughing out loud the next.  Can't wait for the third book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2K5Y5CLCK3VDH?ASIN=0439023521	Deeply disturbing and wonderful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of the best book I have read in a long time. I would say probably my favorite since reading The Giver in grade school. I am astounded by the depth of imagination and the social and moral questions this book raises. How far would you go to survive? and How would it change your views on humanity? This book gives you so much to think about, I found myself in awe of the mind that created such a story. Katniss is a remarkable young girl willing to sacrifice her life to save her sister and Peeta is equally remarkable in his desire to save Katniss at all costs. That a love so pure could be born of one chance encounter years before and be that strong is one of my favorite parts of the story. It pushes the boundaries of love and sacrifice and had me mesmerized the whole time. This series will be a classic that will still be read by generations to come.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R313C15QG6RB5R?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book.. story is quite interesting..<br/>Keeps you tied in to the story from start to finish!!!<br/>Must read for everyone... Movie was very close to book but lack some of the details..<br/>Get them here!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3N4DE54QPFIVT?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I did not get all the hype about this series but I<br/> bought the first book to see. Wow, I could not put the book down! Loved it and continued with the whole series. I am sad they are over. Worth buyingforsure.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1N1N5Q2PRUKWL?ASIN=0439023521	WOW!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was so wonderful!! I couldn't put this book down even if my life depended on it. It was well written and I just love everything about it. It has a tone of action, suspense, and romance. Great job Suzanne</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYAUUTTIRAWQR?ASIN=0439023521	A MUST READ!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had no idea what to expect when first choosing to read the Hunger Games but I was blown away! I read the complete trilogy in a weekend. I couldn't put it down. I highly recommend everyone reading the series!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24D9LL8D9O9Y8?ASIN=0439023521	extremely absorbing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My son rarely reads for pleasure so when he told me that he couldn't put this book down I was stunned.  He made me buy the sequel which is what he is reading now.  I would highly recommend this book for teenagers.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UHLKFUCQ2TDT?ASIN=0439023521	A constant page turner!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was told to read this book by several of my friends.  It is out of my realm of normal reading, but decided to give it a try!  I couldn't put it down!  I was able to finish the book and get ready for the movie!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28NUGUFHQR955?ASIN=0439023521	game on	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Interesting, fast paced, and thrilling. Very good read, couldn't put it down own I started. Well writen and suitable for young adults and up. Ordered the next book in series to continue the adventure of the games.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQ1L0IYVP1CFF?ASIN=0439023521	Fabulously disturbing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The story is fabulous and disturbing all at the same time. It has a big message about society becoming complacent about violence, especially violence against and among children. Definitely a classic in the making.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3EFVYPG6TYSGH?ASIN=0439023521	Surprised how much i liked it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really loved this series.  I was surprised how it grabbed be and didn't let me go.  I felt like I was part of the games throughout the three books.  I am telling all my friends and family about it.  Great books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JLQJ3XD38EDP?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed this book so much that I could not put it down.  It is one of the few stories I have read in recent years that left me so absorb in the story that I reluctantly had to put  it down to sit up for dinner.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RF00PKX8MWUBH?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Book arrived on tme and in new condition. This book is a bit like Twilight meets 1984, the character developement is simplistic and predictable and is more like a readymade screenplay for tweens/teenagers, blah,!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BAC6WN31NBHO?ASIN=0439023521	amazing!!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I think this book is amazing!!!!!!!!!!!!! Greatest  book ever!!! I wonder  how the author came up with this topic? Howevershe did she did an amazing job! She is my favorite author of all time. I love her so much.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GJQYSIUJUTJ?ASIN=0439023521	Great Trilogy for 12-Year Old Boys	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought this for my grandson's birthday. He REALLY wanted this trilogy and was saving up to buy the 3 books. According to my daughter out of all the gifts he received he loved these books the most. Interesting!?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UEZSDMEC5QN6?ASIN=0439023521	Good read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What a creative story line! Due to it being a ""young adult"" book, it was a very fast read. This book and the rest of the trilogy grabs you from the get go and is highly entertaining, even for not so young adults.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MOGF8Y2WAXYI?ASIN=0439023521	excellent read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was anxious to read it after seeing the ads for the film.  I had not heard of the series before this.  It was an excellent story - I could not put it down.  I also read the next 2 books and they were good also.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NOH33LBQQS0P?ASIN=0439023521	Best Book Ever!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is by far the best book I have ever read!! very excited for the MOVIE!!! If you want to read an exciting thriller and romance with twists and turns it is amazing, but it's not that romantic but passionate!!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34WIFDJHEVHZA?ASIN=0439023521	Really Liked!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This isn't a series that I would have chosen for myself, I had a friend tell me about the series.  It was very good, it made you want to read the next book to find out what happens.  I would suggest it to anyone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VXV0S1CMBJMA?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read ...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text""><a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/inDIVISIBLE/dp/B0093HDV20"">inDIVISIBLE</a>Very interesting book and a good read. I enjoyed the characters but had a few issues with some of the responses or actions of them ... Can't wait to read the others in this series!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UEQLMWHTSOBD?ASIN=0439023521	Captivating	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a truly imaginative and captivating story. It is thoughtful, well written, and features characters with depth. If you want a great page-turner with interesting characters and a lot of action, this is it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3P26ZH6OLM3DF?ASIN=0439023521	A gripping adventure tale!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is a fast paced, addicting novel, filled with action, love, and the will to survive. I couldn't put the book down! A novel for readers of all ages and mindsets. Can't wait to read the next book!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2P1M05PFXD6MV?ASIN=0439023521	Best Book Ever!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not put this book down. I would take this book everywhere so I keep reading it. I have read the series 8 times and counting. If you would like a good book to read, this should be at the top of your list!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20YGKEWVUDWCI?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down! AMAZING!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put it down, it made me cry, the way some people die is disturbing, but i just couldn't stop reading it!!!!!!!! I am now OBSESSED with the HUnger Games! I &lt;3 them more then Harry Potter!!!!!!!!!!!! :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JK72ORRLEYSX?ASIN=0439023521	Wow! even better than I expected.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was blown away by how quickly I became invested in the characters and their lives. Great story telling, I'm pleased I finally decided to read these. I knew there had to be more of the story than in the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38I2D6R11VJ5O?ASIN=0439023521	I couldn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this book.  I saw the movie first and, as usual, the book was much better.  I enjoyed getting to see into the mind of Katniss and learning why she did some of the things she did.  A great book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NUM5SGQ8NATQ?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was an interesting book in that it kept my interest from beginning to end.  The action was spectacular, The imagination of the writer gripping.  I realize it's a young adult book, but enjoyable for adults.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PZH6KRU2OO0K?ASIN=0439023521	must read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Thrilling page turner.  Have to read to understand.  Lesson for spoiled teenagers of what life could be like!  Might want to go ahead and buy the trilogy first because you have to read the next ones right away.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROXCCCFLLITPU?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I started reading this after seeing the movie. I couldn't put the book down and finished it in a day and a half! Of course I went on the read the entire series and finished it in less than a week. Great series!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DW4UDS6PZUSI?ASIN=0439023521	riveting and heartbreaking	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As a reader who does not enjoy post-apocalyptic thrillers, I was pleasantly surprised I could not put this book down. The descriptions, the love stories, the challenge of a heroine kept me returning for more...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QRGXMED4AA0N?ASIN=0439023521	AWESOME BOOK	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">To methe book was awesome and i loved it. I can't wait to read the other books. It is a great book for all ages. Most people i know love the book. If you read it hope you will love it too. :) Faith Hernandez :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1P5PVYQ0XIHRU?ASIN=0439023521	Got to read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I first picked up this book I thought it was going to be so boring.... Turns out I couldnt stop reading... Peeta and Katniss were the best chracters ever... I have one piece of advice.... GET THE BOOK!!!!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32GR8XB779DZC?ASIN=0439023521	A bit disturbing but truly engaging.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is on a very rare occasion that I run into a book that grabs me so completely and doesn't let go until I am done with the whole book or series but The Hunger Games trilogy by Suzanne Collins did just that!  I was so drawn into this story, I stayed up practically the whole night listening to it, even after dinner was over.  =o)  The next day, I went in bleary-eyed to work, with my iPod attached to my ear all day and was listening to, you guessed it, the same audiobook.  I stayed like that everyday and night until I had the whole trilogy done.<br/><br/>It was amazing.  I laughed, I cried, and I whooped when the characters succeeded.  The ending was so good - heartbreaking but happy.  I loved the whole story.  Good job, Suzanne!  I will definitely be reading more of your books in the future!<br/><br/>~ Melissa, Melissa Douthit's Blog, [...]</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/REPWHYMNG507X?ASIN=0439023521	Bought for someone else	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Bought for my grand daughter, didn't think it seemed like a very appropriate book with all the bullying but apparently many many kids are reading it. It was delivered quickly as everything I order from Amazon.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24734K38W0J83?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fantastic. Didn't want to put it down. Took it on holiday and just wanted to sit on the beach reading all day. Great writing. Very engaging. Really felt for the characters. Can't wait to start the second book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JRZW3C0GQODN?ASIN=0439023521	Wow, I wished I'd read it sooner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought it and let it sit on my kindle. What a mistake because once I finally made myself start it, I couldn't put it down. Riveting storytelling, fantastic new society and more. I'm onto the second book now.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27B3QZSQRS5PI?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was great and had me on the edge of my seat the whole time.  I wish it was longer so I could enjoy it more.  I hate that I have to wait until Sept. for the 2nd one to come out.  Already pre-ordered.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TST7UZTPSA?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a very gripping and compelling story and I had difficulty putting it down.  Highly recommended to mature readers ages 11 and up.  Fascinating commentary on human nature and the the fight for survival.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5S36AOCQI88G?ASIN=0439023521	"easy ""getaway"" read"	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">fun and exciting story, if a tad depressing. looking forward to seeing the movie based on the imagery created in the book. it was easy to enter the world of Panem by reading the visual detail laid out for us.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HNMHEXHK7C9U?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I usually don't have time to read a book, but I love this book on Kindle.  This way I can read while I am working out, traveling, etc...  This book was so good - I couldn't put it down!  A definite must read!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16268MYPBBGSA?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the Hunger Games books! I don't know why they say it is for ""young"" people- I'm almost 40 and I thought it was awesome! All my friends are reading it too... we are obsessed with the Hunger Game books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YMGV4RAIR77R?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic Adventure!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Once I picked this book up, I could not put it down. It is engaging, exciting and emotion-tugging. I loved how the characters and their relationships evolved throughout this book - and throughout the trilogy.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JTK9AHCHIB30?ASIN=0439023521	A classic is born.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I will get down to the point: a classic.<br/><br/>This book is a scary one, a book that describes a cruel, sadistic government, and a girl who lives in it and its laws.<br/>This book is appropriate for ages 13-infinite.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3ATCH0F0FYVML?ASIN=0439023521	couldn't put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I picked this book up for my book club- prepared to be disappointed because of the hype. It was not hype about this book! I really enjoyed it and it was the first book in a while that I didn't get bored with.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VH0EPYSXLGCB?ASIN=0439023521	couldn't put it down very easy read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">First post apocalyptic book I've ever read and I am extremely surprised at how much I enjoyed this book. I would recommend this book to anyoneno matter what genre you prefer, it's sure to accomidate everyone!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2H0AJQQU0T406?ASIN=0439023521	Absolutely loved this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This series is one of my favorites! I loved reading all about Katniss and her struggles and I couldn't put the book down. This is definitely a book that book lovers should read! They will not be dissapointed.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RU0R46UQZ7ECP?ASIN=0439023521	"Not Necessarily for ""Young"" Adults Only"	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I first wanted to read this book (and its sequels) because of the subject matter...hunger games.  I was curious to see how they would turn out.<br/><br/>This was such a good, fast, interesting read.  I am not embarrassed to admit I am over 60 and this book is grouped with the children's and young adult books but the three-book series was very well written and entertaining.  The only difference between these books and ""Adult"" books was the omission of sex and cuss words...and they were not missed at all.  In fact, it was a refreshing change to read these three books--which includes Catching Fire and Mockingjay.<br/><br/>Another appealing aspect of these books is that they are written in the first-person, which I prefer because then I know the character is alive at the end.<br/><br/>I highly recommend...and am anticipating seeing the movies.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MRV7GGS1VKRK?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It started out slow I wasn't sure I would like it but about halfway through I couldn't put it down and it did end like I hoped and had predicted in my mind it would actually. I would recommend it to someone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35M1WJVHT3FSH?ASIN=0439023521	i could not stop reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book keeps your eyes glued. i just finished the trilogy, these books give you every emotion there is. sometimes it does get slow but its awesome. im so sad i finished the trilogy. i wish there was more.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OFKOKHWUUJPW?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome series with all kinds of twists and turns as the story unfolds, hard to put down as I wanted to get to the next book as soon as I could, all three books were magnificent! Can't wait to see the movies</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R231W6KGX9ERR5?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put the book down.  Have already purchased the next two books in the series by Suzanne Collins. The book was exhilarating!  I am already on the second book, and it is just as exciting!  Love them!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CBMRAY3EFFTK?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">the book has alot mid way through the book and the beginning kind of drags on for about 3 chapters. but the book is good for any1 into books that involve a lot of action and cliffhangers. let the games begin</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R268782BJPH2VM?ASIN=0439023521	Running Man?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Purchasing this for my Kindle, looking forward to reading it. But basically it sounds like ""The Running Man"" for kids. Right? The reviewer is correct. There are no new plots. Stephen King did this one first.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSRBK92UF56G1?ASIN=0439023521	I LOVED this series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm a 56 year old mom of grown children and I'm no Twilight mom...too vampirey for my taste.  I loved loved loved this ""young adult"" series and I happily recommend it to everyone.  I am a long time fan of science fiction writing, particularly post-apocalyptic stories of survival.  I am a little bit embarrassed to admit that I completely identified with 16 year old Katniss Everdeen.  Suzanne Collins really captured the ennui of the struggle Katniss faced in not only her daily struggles to survive, protect her family but the emotional conflicts that brought to her relationships with those in her life.  I read the entire series in a week and only took that long because I have to hold a job and eat and sleep.  Don't be put off because it is classified in this genre because it is a worthy accomplishment and very riveting.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXBBM2GLD98EU?ASIN=0439023521	Hooked Like Crack	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">All I can say is that I really wish these books had been around when I was a teenager.  I hadn't even heard of them until I started seeing all the movie casting news recently.  The subject matter intrigued me so I bought this first book and I was instantly hooked in as if it was crack and I was a junkie.  My favorite books/movies/t.v. shows are always the ones with a strong female protagonist, and boy did this deliver on that.  I haven't read the Twilight books but I have seen all the movies so far (don't ask me why) and wow ... I have never seen a WEAKER female protagonist in my life.  I can't stand that.  This is the antithesis of that crap!!  What a breath of fresh air.<br/><br/>I just finished Catching Fire too, now onto Mockingjay.  I heard that one is a bit disappointing so I'm a little worried, but gonna dive into it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2P77MXNGPFLFW?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely loved this book! In fact the trilogy is one of my all time favorites. My fifteen year old granddaughter read these before me and loved them. Some things transcend age, these books certainly do!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R211CEQPDWUSF0?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games a Delightful Surprise	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After reading the vampire series, I was ready for another book filled with teenage angst.  Much to my surprise, I fully enjoyed this quick read.  Great job in character development and creation of suspense.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXX82HRNS1A35?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a really great book, one of the best I've ever read. The beginning is a little slow, but it gets really good. One part was a little stressful, but all in all, The Hunger Games is a really good book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3H48QH2EJXBV7?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is well written and I eagerly anticipate the release of the movie. I am currently reading the third and final book in the trilogy and eagerly anticipate the conclusion of the series. Great Books!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHL4NPA08QBQN?ASIN=0439023521	A little slow at first, but picked up	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was a little slow at first in my opinion, but about half way through it picked up. Very different and a great read. I ended up reading 30% of the book in one night because I couldn't put it down!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LJ2QKUI34UNX?ASIN=0439023521	Speechless	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I can't believe how simply incredible this book was!  I read it within a few hours simply because I couldn't put it down!  As soon as I finished, I knew that I needed the next two books as soon as possible!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GEBZETDF9L0H?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book had me hooked practically by the first page!  It was and still is one of my favorite books of all times.  I  read this book about 10 times and every time felt like the first.  Beautifully written!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3C0GFJ9KW5VLX?ASIN=0439023521	Read if you liked Harry Potter	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Although this book really has nothing to do with Harry Potter, it is made for the same audience. Reading this book was almost as exciting as the Harry Potter series. So, read it if you liked Harry Potter...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3876AECRJAYTQ?ASIN=0439023521	could hardly put down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">great book.  reminded me a lot of ""House of the Scorpion"", but this was actually much better.  had to buy the sequel for full retail price in a bookstore because i couldn't wait to see where the story went.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KOCAHOK5XP4K?ASIN=0439023521	Really Katniss?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a great book. I finished it in one sitting. But I do want to kill the main character. If Katniss does not want Peeta then she should just say so. And he needs to get a life. But it is a good read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TWV3JPQPN56A?ASIN=0439023521	Must Read!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">In this book, everything is flawless, literally. Katniss is not going to be your bestie, totally, but this book will!!! The next two books are also gripping, but Mockingjay isn't as fast paced as the rest.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3Q9F33L5WNX3S?ASIN=0439023521	Page turner!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book because I wanted to see the movie. It is an intense book. I  thoroughly enjoyed it. Spending many a night up late to read more. Can't wait to get started on the second book in the trilogy!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HHLMMYINSRDD?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The author pulls you in to the story in the first chapter and holds your attention for adventure, intrigue and self preservation to the end.  Well written and looking forward to the next book in this saga.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Z0XP456UFG58?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I hesitated to buy this book because it was listed for young adults. Adults will enjoy this story also. It was a fast and easy read, and you will be looking forward to the rest of the trilogy. I know I am.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMDKHALPALHPX?ASIN=0439023521	None	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Holy crap! I literally could not put it down. I finished the book in about a day. I bought it in the afternoon and was up untill eleven. I woke up the next day at seven and finished it. You ROCK Suzanne!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GOFGP197KS95?ASIN=0439023521	Rhapsody For Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow! This was the most exciting, engaging story I've read in a long time. I'm sure you've heard what the basic plot is, so I don't need to explain it to you. I'm not a ""young adult"", but I loved this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVUPQUZUM5RUZ?ASIN=0439023521	Fast paced adventure	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved this book and couldn't put it down. Probably one of the best stories I've read in a long time....full of intrigue,adventure, and a touch of romance. Went right two the second book without hesitating!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1S2XVOOD7C9JX?ASIN=0439023521	intriging	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">While the subject matter is kind of greusome, I can see our society evolving into this.<br/>The book picked up speed as it went. Ended on a note that completed the book, but had<br/>you wanting to read the next.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CVWWVZMN09QI?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is so amazing I couldn't put it down. I had to show it to all my friends. I encourage anyone who wants an adventure to read this book. The only thing left to say is: Welcome to the Hunger Games.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IF1UKIJO9KJK?ASIN=0439023521	disturbing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was so sad to learn about this story and proud of my son for avoiding this book on his own.  The problem of the city dwellers being desensitized is the overall problem with this book. Subjecting ourselves to this content for entertainment is desensitizing.  I do not understand what we gain by offering this to our young readers.  The brutal killing of innocent children let by a government is horrible.  I cannot think of a book that has this kind of shock value like this in all of the books that I have read as a young person or even as an adult. The closest similar situation I remember reading about is the My Lai incident and as an adult I had a hard time with it. My son has read all of the Harry Potter, Percy Jackson, Gahoole books, etc. but this series is way over the edge. My kids will not see the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1G8ZV0HTRP8N2?ASIN=0439023521	This is really a part of the fifth grade curriculum?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed the book, but found the political.message a bit heavy-handed and simplistic, and the child murder disturbing. I'm not sure I would have permitted my daughter to read this had I known beforehand.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RE2YKZM3LCZH?ASIN=0439023521	Very addictive!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">These books are so addictive! Stop reading this review, buy the book, and be glad that you spent the five bucks. It's half the price of a movie, and will provide you with at least twice the entertainment.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4EQ3CXFDCIUH?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Highly recommend reading before seeing the movie - the movie was very true to the book. The story is a great one that will probably be entertaining for generations to come as well as to older generations.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FVKTQEG888TV?ASIN=0439023521	another dystopian book. no new concepts.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">the book is hooking. that is all. that is what got it to the bestsellers list. the story is fine, but the concepts presented are the same as all the other dystopian books. she wasnt aiming to be creative.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12Z85FR1Z6X70?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't expect to like this book, given that I'm a decade older than the target demographic (I'm in my mid-twenties), but I absolutely loved it. I read it every time I had a free moment until I was done.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2I41XTNSQ5Z3T?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was amazing... I'm really wondering if the movie can do it justice. We will see, I suppose. I have also read book 2 and 3 and can say that the author truly followed through to a good conclusion.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCBDLK1K1SWVQ?ASIN=0439023521	Keeps your interest	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hard to write about just one book in the series after I have read them all. But it was action packed with a little romance. A different concept in battles. Could not wait to get the second and third book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RT85K6TROFBJ?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was amazing. I read through it in a day because I could not put it down. I immediately bought the second and third books because I became obsessed with Katniss and had to find out what happened.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJ9NFBMTPU8GR?ASIN=0439023521	WOW,totally worth reading!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This trilogy was amazing! i couldn't put it down. for two weeks, i was addicted to it. I strongly recommend reading it. buy it and enjoy it. I wish they would make it as a movie,i think it would be a hit.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGU5JMUIJW8LO?ASIN=0439023521	Not my favorite, but not terrible	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had high hopes when I borrowed this book, but I had a hard time getting into this book. I'll admit towards the end I did get more interested, but overall I found it far fetched and a bit dull at times.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUAXWFAA0D4E8?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book!  I couldn't put it down.  A friend told me about the book &amp; I'm so glad I took her advice.  A great power struggle &amp; love story all mixed into one.  I bought the second book right away!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WR441DYQDYVD?ASIN=0439023521	wonderful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this was the best book ever i am a  kid awesome right  i am in kindergarten!!!!!!!!!! rock on hunger world you sould make alot more i love the hunger game right when j picked it up i did not put it down!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3EW88TYP1A6NH?ASIN=0439023521	GREAT BOOK	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was amazing; I could not put it down! From start to finish it had me wanting/needing more. I read it in 10 hours. The story is original and very well written. I can not wait to see the movie!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SKVROAVN2R34?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't Put it Down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put a single one of the books in this series down. It is honestly one of the best books I have ever read and I already want to reread them all. If you can read these books the moment you can.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37ZFN6XQ9KMNT?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderfully written book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's up there with Harry Potter and Percy Jackson on my favorite book list. Right now I am reading the 2nd book in the Hunger Games triology, and it has not ceased to impress me yet. Readers rejoice! :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LES9L1XWD2FT?ASIN=0439023521	Page turner!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was a bit unsure about this book when we picked it to read in our bookclub but I couldn't put the book down!  This book will def keep you on edge and wanting more!  Don't judge a book by it's cover:)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVLLJ9XCWC5KJ?ASIN=0439023521	the definition of best book ever is THE HUNGER GAMES	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this was the best book i have ever read.collins has done a great job with the book and i cant wait to read the rest of the series. i read the book everyday reading at least one part of the book everyday.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LYZKVNMYFV4Y?ASIN=0439023521	BEST BOOK I HAVE EVER READ	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i love this book more than anything. i have read it five times. if you want a book you will love more than life read the hunger games. it has adventure murder anarchy thrill desperation love and hatred</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRSB1I3GJFE3A?ASIN=0439023521	An enjoyable read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I purchased this book because I stumbled across the trailer for the movie and I found the trailer to be interesting. Of course, movies never capture the true essence of any book so I ran out and bought a copy (since I have not received a Kindle yet - it is on my Christmas wish list). As an adult, I found this book to be a quick read. I read it 3 evenings. I imagine I would have read it in a single day if I had the time to commit to sitting so long because I truly enjoyed the story and found it to be one of those books that was difficult to put down. It is well written and while the story involves the killing of multiple teenagers, it was written in such a way that you don't hate the main character for killing another child. I am reading book 2 at the moment and hope to start book 3 by the weekend.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PMGZBVNCTKZ6?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't really read but I've found it hard to put down. It only took me three days to finish the book.<br/><br/>I decided to read the book because the movie was awesome.  The book was extremely better</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32187506Q1KOY?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games - Page Turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldnt put this book down.  Although the premise of Teenagers killing each other caused a morale dilema, I was completly absorbed by this book and the other 2 books in the trilogy.  Well worth a read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQ3LM3LM2K3DV?ASIN=0439023521	Unexpectedly good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Once I started this book, I couldn't put it down.  Not the best writing (but good enough), but Suzanne Collins is a master story teller.  I ended up reading the entire trilogy, and was not disappointed.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R57ZAS5IXIV33?ASIN=0439023521	books!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My sister had read the book, so on her recommendation I decided yo read it while we were on vacation. By the end of the week I got so hooked on the story I had read all three books! They were fantastic!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZFEEKH9PCNRJ?ASIN=0439023521	Read the entire trilogy in three days	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm late to the bandwagon, but recently started reading The Hunger Games this past Wednesday, and on Sunday morning I am done with all three books. Love, love love. Now I'm stumped on what else to read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R126MF0EB3DBE?ASIN=0439023521	Good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a good book for not too bad of a price, especially since it is going to be made into a movie soon.  I've already bought the next two books in the trilogy and am looking forward to reading them.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WCHUO3EF4CCH?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful Book!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was recommended to my by a friend and is not a book I would normally select for myself.  This book was absolutely wonderful, in fact, I went on to read the rest of the series.  Excellent read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37U4DNBHYNGPN?ASIN=0439023521	The Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games was amazing. I finished it in 2 days since i couldn't just stop myself from reading it. The climax was so exciting......I don't have much to say. It was really nice; you should read it.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QA3N5YGZO6YA?ASIN=0439023521	Great book for teens and adults!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">like a cross between 1984 and the Lord of the Flies.  Good story. Strong main character (this is no Bella). I know lots of schools are teaching this book now.  It's everywhere in my local middle school.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R354NQMKNUDEH8?ASIN=0439023521	romantic-at-heart	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it!  Would definitely recommend it if you love action, adventure, and reading outside of the norm.  I loved Cinna and the rest of the group too.  I must say that Peeta was my favorite.  LOVE HIM!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IB4146A1SU9A?ASIN=0439023521	Must read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book! It is such a great read and hard to put down. If you haven't read this series yet, get all of them first before you start because you're going to want to read the next one right away.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VL50PTJSKP2R?ASIN=0439023521	COULD NOT PUT THIS DOWN!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing book! When I heard it described it didn't sound like my type of reading, but immediately Suzanne catches your attention and you will not be able to put this book down. Can't wait for the movie!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIV8EFO0FPK5F?ASIN=0439023521	Incredible	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book, best of the series. I believe it stands on its own - don't think you're going to need to get wrapped up in the fandom to enjoy it (though you may very well naturally). Quite an achievement.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JY12N0RPINCC?ASIN=0439023521	Epicly Awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">OH MY GOD! I loved this book soooooo much! Everything about The Hunger Games was so unique. I sure hope that Catching Fire and Mocking Jay are unique and as hot as the flames were in The Hunger Games!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UD70ODBT8JTZ?ASIN=0439023521	AWESOME	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you are looking for a book that is simply amazing you have found your book. Suzanne Collins captures the human mind in such an intelligent way, that you will be thinking about this book for weeks!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18UTN2PPCFMKB?ASIN=0439023521	Must Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put this book down!  A very engrossing, intense story that leaves the reader wanting more.  For thoughtful readers, it encourages pondering the role of the government and media in our lives.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3V3IFAOWT6GTJ?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing and intense, I couldnt put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My school librarian recomended this to me and I am so glad! There is never a dull moment while reading this book. If you love fast-paced, suspence novels then I recomend The Hunger Games completely!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHQE6VES1TFED?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games Book Review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hands down the best book I have read in a long time. Took me only one day to read since each chapter ends with you not being able to put it down. I already ordered the two other books from the series.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SW59L3A9N57B?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Not a HUGE reader.  Read more now with my Kindle.  A book has to catch me pretty quickly in order to keep reading.  I didn't want to stop reading!  Ordered the 2nd book as soon as I finished this one!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27QOX70CQDOYI?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book so much, I hardly spoke to my husband for 3 nights, I couldn't put it down.  Best book I've read for ages.  Reading it now for a second time just to make sure I didn't miss anything.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Q8C3HKN8A9SS?ASIN=0439023521	Very entertaining	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was very pleased with this book. It was very entreating, well written. It held my attention right thru til the end. When I did reach the end, I wanted to start the second book right away, and I did!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VS0QZREZN67?ASIN=0439023521	Surprisingly great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was seriously amazed at how this book was able to capture my attention. I thought since I was in my 20's and this book is aimed at young adults that I wouldn't be blown away. I was sincerely wrong.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SPGIPYL6J6QN?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great book, and I cant wait to finish the series! I was recommended by a friend who read all 3 so I bought it and couldnt put it down.Since then I have shared it with many people who agreed.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R155AER6EA1CS0?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was an excellent book, I would have never been interested in a post apocalyptic  story, however the reviews of this book led me to try it. I found it to be an  extremely well written page turner.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXZX096HDXQOR?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put them down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I fell into these books.  I was ordering the other two in the set before I finished book one and was anxiously awaiting their arrival.  It's been awhile since a book really kept me glued to the page.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1U04VJ0OVZMC3?ASIN=0439023521	Great trilogy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So looking forward to the movie... blah blah blah blah blah.... everyone's ready the other books so you be the judge and read it yourself. The movies don't do it justice, but I'm still gonna watch...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVJRL93FE39R3?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games movie seemed intriguing, so I downloaded the book. I read it in 2 days, then immediately read the next two. This series is the best fiction I've read in many years. You will love it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NYDWHWP3AVB0?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games 3 Book Series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was the first time I used my kindle and even though I did not have wifi it was simple to down load the books. The Hunger Game 3 Book Series is definately worth reading before you view the movie.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IGMAZ1G0NJNJ?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was so enthralled by the story that I stayed up most of the night reading.However I had to get some sleep but I finished the book by the following day.  Now I am playing the hunger game on my ipad.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30FX1QMFC6ZQ8?ASIN=0439023521	Easy read, entertaining	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wasn't looking for a book that would change my life, so with that, I was entertained. I'll also be reading the rest of the series.  A quick read, as well. I was through the book in about 2.5 hours.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MPLCGJ72MXN3?ASIN=0439023521	Incredible!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I found this book fantastic. Characters were likable. The plot keeps you on the edge of your seat. I found myself reading at 1:00 or 2:00 in the morning. Read the book in about two days. A MUST read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQ9K10FHES6DI?ASIN=0439023521	Absolutley Amazing. Out of this world.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Thia book is so fantastic. The love mixed in with the intense action adds the perfect touc to the story. I ultimatley reccomend this book to everyone!!!!! And the movie is coming OUT on MARCH 23!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPFQDXQ5TYJRR?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is hard to put down.  Every available moment I was reading this book on my Kindle. Can't wait to see the movie in March.  It was sad that sleep and work got in my way from reading the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MWVDJYY80M6T?ASIN=0439023521	excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not put the book down. I read all three books within a week. I am so excited that the first movie is coming out. I cannot wait to watch it. I would definately reccommend this series of books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R50KJTUWONZ98?ASIN=0439023521	loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely loved this book.  I fell in love with Peeta and adored the entire plot.  The twist and turns were just enough to keep you guessing but not to much that you lost where the book was going.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HIKIB7CZF2VS?ASIN=0439023521	Best book/series I read in 2010	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">LOVED this entire series. I read all 3 books in one week. As a full time physician and mother of 2, that says a lot! I read until 3 am most nights as I could not put these books down! Well worth it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37VTFLLN13312?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am a middle school teacher and while I certainly recommend this for OLDER teens, it is an excellent book. It will keep women, men, and teens alike in suspense. Would certainly recommend this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPCEI4W69JLM3?ASIN=0439023521	Easy read that's great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I always have a hard time finding a book I love and can't put down. When a friend suggested this book...I loved it and didn't put it down for two days...all done! I am on my way to buy the next book!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2V6QJ961BRA3I?ASIN=0439023521	great books!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">probably one the best series i have ever read! i was so worried about what was going to happen to district 12 and katniss that i couldnt put it down! i immediately went out and bought the second one</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YF466U0XYUOF?ASIN=0439023521	brrilliant!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book is very clever and had me thinking about it for days. you would think that thus unsettling book would guve you a happy ending. wrong. it makes you do one thing....want to read the next!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQ6IS52ZMNQ81?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book with all the action from the cornucopia down to thewolf pack and Cato.  Of course you probably do not know them, but you might soon. It is directed towards children ages 11 and up.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNUG5FN0FFHNX?ASIN=0439023521	Transporting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was completely and utterly wrapped up in the world of the hunger games. A fabulous book, not just for teens, but for adults too. Amazingly well written, and intricate plot, I couldn't put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22XBAFIAWPHDP?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Katniss lives in district 12. Every year a boy and girl are chosen from each district to compete to the death in the hunger games. The older you are - the more likely your name will be chosen. Katniss volunteers to take the place of her little sister.<br/><br/>I have enjoyed this ebook on my kindle so much, that I immediately bought all three books in the trilogy as hardbacks. I love owning books I'm a fan  of!<br/><br/>The characters are beautifully flawed, and realistic. The plot is shocking and amazing at the same time.<br/><br/>The book is 4693 kindle locations long. the average is between 4000-6000 for a regular ebook. I wish it was a little longer.<br/><br/>-UPDATE-<br/><br/>I have read the next two books, and can tell you now that it ends in utter disappointment.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RX5BJSALYCKPZ?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is poorly written and targeted to pre teen audiences.  It's a wonder that it has gained any popularity among adult readers.  The theme is disturbing and poorly crafted.  Also predictable.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14J3VOVFEZADC?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Did not know what to expect when I bought this book, but ended up enjoying it thoroughly? Was hugely entertaining and could not put it down. Will probably now getting the other books in the series.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37AJSFSZH0SWI?ASIN=0439023521	AWSOME	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is amazing, I couldn't put it down. I was gonna start it when school started but I just couldn't wait! I am reading Catching fire right now so I hope you enjoy this book as much as I did.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZ1T77GS75QZW?ASIN=0439023521	Book Club Selection	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wasn't sure I was going to enjoy this as our Book Club suggestion...but WOW!  Thoroughly enjoyed this book and looking forward to reading the sequels.  Highly recommend it for an entertaining read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3I9YCRK6TUG2T?ASIN=0439023521	Very Interesting Read...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was interesting from start to finish. I am NOT a reader, and this book had me hooked from beginning to end. It's very rare for me to start a book and actually finish it. HIGHLY RECCOMEND.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CKWTGBSVMXH0?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games (Book 1)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very Good, Read all three books in a week. Did not want to put it down. A lot of reviews say that this is written to a younger demographic, but I'm in my fifties and really enjoyed all three books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CEOUQS612D2O?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent book. It's a fast read page-turner, over all too soon.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The first book in the series ""Hunger Games"" is excellent. Easy to follow with very few, if any, subplots. Unfortunately, it's also the best book of the series, so enjoy this one as long as you can.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XPF356RQ30SV?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book in one day. It is so captivating...you are drawn to it within the first few pages and putting it down is not an option. I love the story line and realness of the book. A MUST READ.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2B08AB0IXQRXO?ASIN=0439023521	The Next Twilight Series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have suggested or given this series to over 10 people! Buy it, read it, live it, love it. You will NOT be able to put this down. Read the first Chapter - You will finish all 3 books in a week!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RK7TM4HNQO133?ASIN=0439023521	An Amazing story- Bravo!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read all three books in 2 days, just couldn't put it down even when it got so ugly I cried. It was amazing and the twists kept me guessing. One of the best survival stories I've ever read. Bravo!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JGL4PA2D8QY7?ASIN=0439023521	Nicely written	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not put this book down until I really had to.  Loved this book. One of my favorite novels written in the last 5 years or so. Unique plot line and though a little twisted, a real page turner</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JSRS2O2CDCP1?ASIN=0439023521	Suspenseful.....	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is the best book I have ever read yet! It kept me on the edge of my seat with suspense the whole way through. Every time I put the book down, I craved more. I recommend this book!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SYKP8ZV6JR93?ASIN=0439023521	Highly recommended	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book by chance just over an year and really enjoyed it. Who likes books in series misses a reading like this. You can not stop reading one minute, and the characters are very engaging.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RV7LIBM7F0B91?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was really good! It kept my attention easily, hard to put down.  Buying it on my kindle made me be able to read it immediately after I bought it, and then wherever and whenever I wanted.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ERMV3U4DVHMA?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I finished this book in 4 - 6 days. You just can't stop reading it but at the same time you don't wanna finish reading it so you're forced to put it down every now and then. I highly recommend it.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QN905T38C0WH?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was hesitant at first about even reading this book.  I saw the movie and then had to read the book!  It is so much better than the movie.  very well written!!  Can't wait to start the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LBA34N26965W?ASIN=0439023521	Great book, great price	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">In a time where publishers get greedy and resort to price fixing, it's wonderful to know there are still some of the good guys. The book lives up to the hype and is a great companion to the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NKBLL4Q5ISCH?ASIN=0439023521	Inspiring, beautiful, and wonderfully written.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely adore this series.  I've read it 8 or 9 times through.  It warms my heart, and makes me truly think about society.  Definitely a quick read, and it'll be on your mind for a long time!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRRV9QFS2XABQ?ASIN=0439023521	A must read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really loved this book! I had never read a book like this one before. From the moment I started reading this book I was hooked! I really liked the characters especially Katnis she's my favorite!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CTM5A6ZD8FDY?ASIN=0439023521	Quick Entertaining Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Easy read, very intertaining, but it lacked a lot of plot development and detail descriptions.  I would definitely recommend this book for someone who wants the satisfaction of completing a book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3ET0QUE5XHOY8?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing Book!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow this book was one that i couldnt put down!!! It was definately a book filled with suspense! I don't think you have read a good book until you have read the Hunger Games. Great great book!!! :)</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RGGL4MF3VXSP?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful, intense book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved every second of this book.  The author wrote in a way that you felt like you were actually part of ""The Games"".  Amazing!  Didn't want to put it down.  Look forward to the 2nd and 3rd books!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15KPHIE2ZYF8X?ASIN=0439023521	incredible	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I only wish the movie had followed it better. I've read the series somewhere between 3-5 times, I've lost count. But it never gets old. There's always something new I didn't remember from before.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JFZTLL2KD962?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book! It was so exciting and had such a good story! If you've seen and liked the movie, you will love the book! I saw the movie before I read this and I was still glued to this book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VZJUW6NDWPVA?ASIN=0439023521	Words	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">No wors could possibly desribe how much I loved this book.  Wonderfully written and greatly emotional, this book remotely reminds me of our society today.  Highly recommend to people at all ages.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSD62F3ZEBSX8?ASIN=0439023521	! or ?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">You guys can talk all you want about how you read it but there were only 24 revies before the movie came out so shut your flippen faces but i have to agrre it is a god book no question about that</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QXXESJSY2PCC?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a fun story. The only problem I had with it... it consumed me and I couldn't sleep until I read it all! I even had a dream about it. I would recommend it to anyone looking for a fun read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6PK8QAKMAB04?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">While the premise of the book was disturbing, it was written in such a way that I got passed the ""fight to the death"" purpose.  I loved it.  Plan on getting the next 2 books and seeing the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MB82DP6AHINI?ASIN=0439023521	LOVE LOVE the book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I would recommend this book highly.  parts of it are graphic, so its probably not for the under 10 crowd in my opinion - buts its dramatic and involved and the main character is easily relatable.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TY9QHDPHF3FA?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This novel was such a page turner. I finished the book in a day and a half, in fact I finished the trilogy in less than a week. It has a little bit of everything; sci-fi, romance, and adventure.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1M83HONBU8UGM?ASIN=0439023521	Heart stopper	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the most amazing - can't read all at once but must try to - book! Not for the fainthearted and very moving. At times I was so overwhelmed I had to put the book down and do deep breathing!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3P5MBHOIEUB15?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is an awesome book. I read this book in my 7th grade language art class and I loved it from the first chapter. I read the second book and can't wait until the third and final book comes out.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LAP4O52DDBZ?ASIN=0439023521	Better then Twilight	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book so much! It kept me up all night, there was never a boring part. I liked it better then Twilight because there are so many vampire romances out there but only one Hunger Games.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FS51GUI3GUCJ?ASIN=0439023521	i love this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i literally could not put this book down!!  the second in the series is just as riveting!! this is not even my genre of interest normally, and i love these books!! they deliver in every respect.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WVGELXELFTQV?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was incredibly addictive.  Great character build-up.  Great plot (although it leaves you wanting more).  Great writing.  Five stars for sure.  I can't wait to read the next isntallment.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6LRCR6IQJIT7?ASIN=0439023521	GREAT BOOK!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love the book, the price was awesome. I ended up finished the book on audio but i'll need to buy the other three just to finish my collection. Amazon has great prices so i'll buy them on here.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25Y2JMY39JA01?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I WENT FROM BEING SURE I WOULD NOT FINISH READING THIS BOOK BECAUSE IT SEEMED SO BLEAK and  hopeless, but then I had to know if and how they made it.  It was a very intense but interesting read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2484PBICSXPZZ?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book! Read it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a book you can't put down. After finishing it I immediately bought the other two books inthe trilogy. Great emotional insight into a young person's coping with very difficult situations.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21GLZ231N8NYP?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a great read. Very descriptive and in depth. You won't want to put it down. I haven't read a book in a very long time and read this one in three days. Give it a try, you won't be sorry.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NLBYI88FJW0G?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger for a good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a book for young and old. Although the concept is scarey the writing is superb.  Grabs you from the start. In your mind you say this could never happen, but in our crazy world who knows!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BG7QJHMCUUZG?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games, Let's Play	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very entertaining and interesting. Loved the heroine Katniss, who chose to survive brutality. Story line was exciting, adventurous, it had mystery and a love story. Well done. I liked the novel.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MPUKBN7XYO7K?ASIN=0439023521	copy paste	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The biggest thing that bothered me about this book is that the plot is a copy and paste from the 2000 Japanese movie Battle Royale. I'm angry that the book is so successful for being a knockoff.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9FBV6JXJX6FC?ASIN=0439023521	Thank GOD the twilight FEVER is OVER!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">At 1st I was skeptical about this book, but once I started reading it I couldn't believe it was true. Finally! A good book with a leading girl you don't hate! I love this book! A great surprise!</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RM9KX7796PTQV?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A good book!  Took my iPad to the gym and read it on the stepper machine.  The main character is likeable and you find yourself routing for her.  I will likely buy the second book in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R380301XODGV9H?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellant book, be ready to sit down &amp; read non-stop.  I would suggest reading the book prior to seeing the movie.  It left me wanting more.  I could picture the outfits, the Capitol in my mind!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R134UXV8RO7R33?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was amazing! It was exciting and just when it gets slow something crazy would happen. I loved this book and all the ones after. I would be suprised if this book doesn't become a movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFBT8ERR14UXY?ASIN=0439023521	Must Read For The Upwardly Mobile Church of Babylon Shill	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Filled with gutter trash writing but hey if your last name is associated with one of the most powerful Irish Clans on planet earth your elementary grade, New World Order prose are good as gold.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KG0U2VU30K1V?ASIN=0439023521	Outstanding	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is an easy read, I could not put it down. The characters are very believable and realistic for the story line. Read it...unless your imagination is lacking, you will enjoy this story. Da G</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUBYNCN0RD999?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hard to put down.  I am not normally a fan of these types of books, but this captured my interest in the very beginning and kept it throughout the triology.  I highly recommend all three books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YU1LCQ2KR7NI?ASIN=0439023521	fascinating	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the book and am looking forward to reading the 3rd book.  I found it very interesting and admired the characters in this book especially their intelligence.  I plan on reading it again.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RP9T4LB26G7QX?ASIN=0439023521	best book ever!!!!!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book was amazing i was always hesitating to put it down . it only took three days for me to read it because i could never put it down . I would recomend it to any child either ten or over.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLO7MRC5UNKVP?ASIN=0439023521	Great series of books!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely love this series and am excited to read them again and again!! The way Suzanne takes the glimpse of society's issues and portrays them as norms really makes this series worthwhile.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHQC5A27CBOET?ASIN=0439023521	amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of the best YA book series I have read in a long time, and I enjoy that the female lead character is strong unlike book series like ""Twilight"" which depict a heroine as weak and submissive.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QVZ8R0ZZLJ7F?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put the book down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very interesting and entertaining story. I couldn't put the book down all weekend. Finished the entire series in one week and loved every book. Now, I'm hoping the movie does the book justice.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WARE15JAQ0Y8?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent Book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book drew me in from the beginning. Very interesting, although sad in many parts. You really sympathize with the main character Katniss. I can't wait to start the next book in this series.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12JDX391LAS9B?ASIN=0439023521	Unoriginal	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The good things about this book:  it's a fast read and keeps you interested.<br/>The problem: Within the first 50 pages, I found myself thinking ""I've read this book before.""  I've read it in ""The Lottery"" by Shirley Jackson.  I've read it in _My Side of the Mountain_ by Jean Craighead George.  I've read it in _The Long Walk_ by Stephen King.  And in _The Handmaid's Tale_ by Margaret Atwood.  All the elements of this book seem to be borrowed (which is fine as long as the author has something new to add).  I didn't find anything new in this book.  Also, explanations about the background and rationale of the ""Capitol"" are vague and there seems to be no platform for a good critical analysis.  Not for the sophisticated reader, BUT very good for an entertaining read.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RM2SVY4884ZHT?ASIN=0439023521	Thrill a minute - Sores above the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Once I started reading The Hunger Games I could not put it down. I finished the entire book in about four hours! I loved the book and it filled in so many gaps the movie left out, a must read!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NGYWIXTK8PV2?ASIN=0439023521	great book, somewhat frustrating lead character	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book caught you quickly in the start &amp; was hard to put down until the climactic ending, which leads you straight into wanting to grab the second book.  It's so much better than the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4NSWD4J9CF4M?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book has captured my attention so much that I already finished book 2 and am now on book 3.  Barbaric but compelling!  It captures your attention immediately.  I will recommend it to all!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1T8M6I8JR2XRY?ASIN=0439023521	loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Not much of a reader but I saw the movie and decided to read the book.<br/><br/>Loved it could not put it down.  Got the other two hunger games books and counld not stop reading them either.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2K9JHGHLAE7UB?ASIN=0439023521	Nice book, really catchy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought the book so I could watch the movie later (I hate to do it the other way around) and I found myself spending most of my time reading the book. For two days I did mostly anything else.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2T480UURS2BMU?ASIN=0439023521	LOVE THIS SERIES	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I cannot say enpough good things about this trilogy. It is AMAZING. I actually listened to the auidobook version off of audible.com and loved every second. The narrator was on right on target.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXGU16M4UCOL8?ASIN=0439023521	Obsessed	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was fantastic! I am a slow reader because I have to deliberate over every word and punctuation mark, but I read the whole trilogy in three days! Order right now! This is a MUST read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GGMIE77UZIRJ?ASIN=0439023521	Best book I've read in a long time!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am soo glad I didn't start reading this until all three books were complete - I would've been in Katniss withdrawal until the 2nd and 3rd books were released. Hope the movie does it justice!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2I3RTI5N4W0W1?ASIN=0439023521	Fabulous book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book had me from the first paragraph. It's amazing. It's sad how sleeping and daily activities tended to get in the way of my reading this book! I had to get the rest of the trilogy too.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30300I8Q47KEZ?ASIN=0439023521	LOVED IT!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had heard about all the hype for this book, but I stayed away from it because I hate twilight, and most of the people I knew who liked twilight liked it. Heck if you go to the Hunger Games facebook page teen girls are forming team peetas and team gales. There is no way I would like this book. I saw a ad for the movie...I choose to give it the a try...I am glad I did!!<br/> This book is engaging and had me hooked from the first sentence of the first chapter and I could not put my Kindle down till it was finished. Every chapter ends in a cliff hanger which makes read it faster then any book you have read sence Harry Potter.<br/> You know the plot, you know the hype, you know about the movie, but if you have not read this book you need to buy it now.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22ZQZ0507Y94H?ASIN=0439023521	Eh...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very presumptions to think that readers would want more when the female protagonist is turned into a demur character after saving her life and that of her weaker male companion. Disappointed.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBK9V2GO0YI0Z?ASIN=0439023521	Very satisfied!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book shipped fast, and was in great condition. I expected the cover or a couple pages to be a little bent, since it was paperback, but it was perfect. My little brother loves it. Thanks!!</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SEK1X9P140LW?ASIN=0439023521	Must read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very good and engaging book. Every chapter seems to end o s cliffhanger which makes you read for hours. Very strange premise and didn't seem like something id be interested in but I loved it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25SRB3NVLFWL?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well written and difficult to put down.  I had not planned to read the sequels when I began ""Hunger Games"" but after finishing it, I ordered both sequels--from Amazon and the local library.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2J1S1XFFA5F5U?ASIN=0439023521	THIS IS HOESE ****	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Ths was stupid. Seriously,. if you watch the.movie at the end where they were about to kill them selves with beries... this is or mental babies and girls. This is not a rwal book. So cheesy!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30QO7DJR4U6UK?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wanted to read the book to find out what the ""buzz"" was about the movie.  It turned out to be a very engaging fast read and I thoroughly enjoyed it. Amazon's price on the book was good, too.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11SXQSQLZ9YNI?ASIN=0439023521	hungry for more...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was great!!!! She did an excellent job letting us get to know each character. I especially like the two star crossed lovers thing, I wish she showed more on katiness's part though.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2468BOAYMAJ9W?ASIN=0439023521	Not just for kids	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is very obviously written for young adults. However, after reading it I'd say that it's highly enjoyable by not-so-young adults as well. An entertaining read from cover to cover.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KWFR59L0SOAU?ASIN=0439023521	Absolutely Awsome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read all three books in the Hunger Games Trilogy, one immediately after the other, turning each page with bated breath eager to find out what would happen next.  This was an awesome read!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1N5CO2DO28UCN?ASIN=0439023521	So glad I was told...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw a friend was reading these, and then a woman in front of me was buying it at Barnes and Noble. I got sucked in - and it was so worth it. Coudlnt put it down - so sad when it was over.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CTOM2LP8JDK?ASIN=0439023521	Brutal Dystopia	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm a big fan of dystopian fiction.  Unfortunately - as with mysteries and thrillers - there only seem to be a handful of ideas that get endlessly tossed around back and forth.  The Hunger Games plucked just such a tried and true idea as its basis.  That said, its not a bad idea.  But unfortunately I couldn't get images of Stephen King's The Running Man (or scenes from the movie) out of my head while reading it.  Been there, done that.  And it's bleak, not in and of itself a bad thing but combined with the brutality (again, not bad), it's a pretty harsh book that takes an emotional toll.  Which is precisely what Collins was going for.<br/><br/>Bonus points for being a thought-provoking, emotionally-wrenching book.  But deductions for being derivative.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1X9QUFG9OOSF?ASIN=0439023521	Enjoyable quick read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I watched the movie first then read the first book. I thought they were very close to each other but enjoyed the extra added detail. it gave me more insight into the characters' background.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDRJF9X1RN82?ASIN=0439023521	Well written	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Enjoyed.<br/><br/>Saw the movie first and actually liked it better.  The tying in of the Capital people in the movie made the storyline more interesting.<br/><br/>Book was good overall.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SOBGKSPGJSGA?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book! I'm glad it was on my Kindle so I could read it several times without worrying about how heavy the real book was. I'm also glad I got all 3 so I had the complete trilogy.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TOZYDOO42T79?ASIN=0439023521	good book, bad ending.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a fantastic book from cover to cover. The only problem I have is the ending. The author writes it in such a way that you are either forced to read the second book, or lose interest.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FUXWRNPIK95P?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This series was fantastic! I could not put it down once I started!! I recommend this book to anyone who loves action, adventure, and excitment. It will keep you wanting to know how it ends.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19OXUQYQCBWL6?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved the book.  It was a quick read and I couldn't put it down.  Very well written and the characters truly came to life for me.  I can hardly wait to read the next book and see the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROI31Z90EUVPW?ASIN=0439023521	must read the trilogy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book, must read the whole trilogy.  I couldn't wait for those special times to be able to read.  Characters very well expanded, setting unlike any before.  Much better than the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2S1SIQ7PW00ON?ASIN=0439023521	Read it in less than 24 hours, could not put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best book.I have read in years! I could not put it down. I immediately purchased the second and third book. All 5 star books with suspense and a twists and a romantic triangle. Great books!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1US46NLJWGGCO?ASIN=0439023521	Hooked!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the first encounter I have had with Suzanne Collins and this series had me hooked!  Great read that keeps you on edge wanting more.  I cannot wait to see what she has in store next.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NWNGH36RKKKE?ASIN=0439023521	lover	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you knew me the first thing you would say about me is that i am a hunger games freak. And harry potter. i love the books and i just recently saw te first movie. they are both very good and i highly recommend reading the books and seeing the movies. i love katniss everdeen and i think that if you read about her too you would love her and the books immediately!<br/><br/>i am so glad that Suzanne Collins wrote this series and i am glad that the have made the movie pretty close to the book. THANK YOU!!!!!!!!!!<br/><br/>BUT please remember this; this is the biggest fan of the hunger games telling you this so you may not like it. but i do and if dont please do not take<br/>out any of your out on me.<br/>thank you for reading my review. :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IJB9GXWZ6QQU?ASIN=0439023521	Fast paced, easy read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had considered this book in the past and rejected it, but when all the hullabaloo came out about the movie I figured I'd go ahead and read it. This book will never be confused with great literature, but then I don't believe that is it's intent. I enjoyed reading it, but did feel it lacked substance. It was, simply put, just entertainment, no underlying ""meaning"" to it. When I think about the book after having read it, it's characters were underdeveloped and not really believable. The premise of the book, a future world where children are chosen to fight to the death, is unbelievable if you really think about it.<br/>However, the bottom line is that I read it quickly and was entertained. I may get the sequels, but I'm in no rush for them.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQBV78YWL3XGF?ASIN=0439023521	A must read for teens AND adults!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely love The Hunger Games series. I must have read the entire 3-book series 4-5 times and awaiting the release of the 3rd and final book, Mockingjay, was totally painful. Dare I say I think I loved this series even more than Twilight? Nah, I guess they are even. It's true that the whole premise is depressing and there is a lot of brutality, but the books read like a truly animated tale as I could completely envision each and every relatable character as well as the ones I could find no endearing quality in. I love having another book series I can so easily enjoy and converse about with my teens and my own friends alike. My daughters, 11 and 16, both loved the series as well and my son, age 14, is currently reading Catching Fire.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KUYUZ0UVMNRO?ASIN=0439023521	Great read!  The suspense keeps you wanting more!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a great read.  I never wanted to put it down.  Each chapter kept you hanging so that you wanted to start the next chapter.  I loved this book, and can't wait to read the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PY0WTCWJ0886?ASIN=0439023521	My favorite book ever made	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">OH MY GOD! I don't know how to explain this book. It is so amazing. I literally cried I didn't want it to end. WAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1H8PXICAA054Y?ASIN=0439023521	AWESOME	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">THIS BOOK IS THE BEST BOOK EVER!!! Such a good point behind it, very descriptive, so just forget the movie this is 10X better, I am so exited to read the next one. YAY!!! ONE MILLION STARS</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4TU6BNJYWL2?ASIN=0439023521	Good story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This a very easy read and very captivating story. It is so far from what we live in that it holds your attention and you don't want to put it down. I'm going to see the movie this evening.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26WRMZPN3LO70?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book grabbed my attention and held on to it all the way through.  I have recommended it to people who have seen the movie, because there is so much more information on the story line.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YEAQ7CTJ9NSA?ASIN=0439023521	Good, but not profound	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed reading this book.  Before reading it I had known friends who said it was ""profound"" or ""simply. wow!"".  I didn't find it revolutionary, but it was a good story and a quick read.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDMXQ262N577S?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought the Kindle version...and immediately after I was finished reading it, I HAD to go ahead and get the other two books in the series. I was completely drawn in by the story! LOVE IT!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YU3YCOBK0NBQ?ASIN=0439023521	this was an awesome book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">the whole fight to the death was a bit odd.but this book was thr best book i have ever read.this book was very touching and i almost cried at some parts.i have red the whole series 3 times</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SHKT4YZOFUWF?ASIN=0439023521	loved	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">all of my friends had read it, so i bought it just to not feel left out.  gripping, easy to read, impossible to put down.  every chapter ends in such a way that you have to keep reading.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1H81L8ISTC1E9?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was one of those books that you end up telling yourself 'just a few more pages, well maybe a few more'.  I finished the series in about a week and a half. I can't wait for the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1V5409CRPY8OI?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing Series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't put it down for the life of me. I finished the first in two days, the second in one, and forced my father to buy me the third. One of the best page-turners I have read in forever.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36I3OY2B80D65?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this book and was torn between Gail and Peeta for Katniss. It was a very engrossing read and to me a fresh idea from all other books out there. I can't wait for the movie!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AKJVOF5ZRWBH?ASIN=0439023521	HUNGERED  FOR MORE.......Even at my age(35)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This Book pulled me in fast and didn't let up. I didn't want to put it<br/>down! Take my advice, if your interested in this at all, buy all 3 books<br/>because you won't want to wait for them!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1AOPON0P1VXHL?ASIN=0439023521	~~WOW~~	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm not really sure what I can say about this book that hasn't already been said.  It's disturbing, it's violent, it's graphic, it's uncomfortable and it's scary.  But it's also FANTASTIC!!!  I would even go so far as to say the best book I've read in over a year.  I'm not normally one for books that are so raw and in your face like this one.  But I've already read this for a second time... just this week!  The emotions it makes you feel are so intense.  The main character is a strong, smart young woman and let's face it, there aren't a lot of those out there is YA fiction lately.  You'll find yourself rooting for her throughout the whole book.  Then when the book ends you will be racing to get the second one because it's just that good!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WDD6S58U89M3?ASIN=0439023521	A new 'must read' for middle schoolers	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am 40 and I love the Hunger Games.  I bought it for my 12 year old daughter to read, and she hasn't quit talking about it since she read it 6 months ago.  My niece that is 11 is also obsessed with it.  Now, my daughter's 7th grade class is reading it in school.  Also, my 10 year old son read it and he loves it.<br/><br/>If your child has difficulty separating fiction from reality you shouldn't let them read this, as the violence of the hunger games may really disturb them.  However,if your child has already read Harry Potter and books like that, they can handle this.  I think that this book will be to this generation of kids what George Orwell's 1984 was to my generation.<br/><br/>I highly recommend this book, and the other two in the trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQXL6LDQMNE4Y?ASIN=0439023521	A lot of suspense.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book was good .. still reading the second book. I LOVE This book. Something new for me to read.. but it was really enjoyable.. get it.. READ book one only . NO need to read the rest.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R141SYVJRJZK8Y?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book with lots of content. Kept me reading way into the night to find out what happens next. I kept telling myself, ""Ok, one more chapter."" But one more turned into several.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMNWVB2VIBL1K?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My wife dragged me out to see Hunger Games but I really enjoyed the movie and got the book after. It was engaging and a pleasant diversion. I picked up the second book and am into it now.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24FGZ58F5RCF8?ASIN=0439023521	Best Book Ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book! Its my favorite book and anyone who was thinking about reading it think again because its one of the greatest books out there and i think everyone should read this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1M546B2VW4CG7?ASIN=0439023521	Good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book had me engaged right away.  Typically I don't go for this type of genre, but this book is well written.  I read the entire trilogy within a week.  It's definitely worth reading.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3B8K1IMC5063?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is hard to start because it is in a world that we wouldn't know anything about.  But soon you get to know the characters and everything just falls into place.  Wonderful book!!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7WYR060R4Z8?ASIN=0439023521	Exciting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Highly anticipated book, and I wasn't let down - I wasn't so drawn in that I felt I couldn't ever put it down, but I did absolutely enjoy it and can't wait to read more and see the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RPI6BXPMTNAK?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow! The Hunger Games is one of the most addicting series that I have ever read! I was unable to put them down from the time I started reading. I am looking forward to the movies to come.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VMA8FLY03VO2?ASIN=0439023521	awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book and the other two in the series are just awesome! I could not but them down. I definitely recommend these to everyone. I was skeptical at first but I am really glad I read them!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R371TW61XJIA09?ASIN=0439023521	New Favorite Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is by far the best book I have ever read. I didn't get to bed until 7 am one night because I could not put it down. It is amazing and I would suggest it to anyone, no matter the age!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1G2VYA4LBHMII?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Was worried it was going to be too juvenile for my taste but this book was great. Takes you to another time and place. I couldn't put it down. I can't wait to read the rest of the series!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16Z16YOO4TL1M?ASIN=0439023521	BEST BOOK!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Ok, I LOVED this book!!!! It was the best of the whole series. When I got it I could barely put it down. It was a real page turner. GREAT for teens and anyone else!! Hunger Games 4ever!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R361Y1GYPKWM7M?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book when i first read it I had to stay up until 4 in the morning to finish it. Suzzanne Collins really did a good job I felt that i knew Katniss as if she was a good friend.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21F3I1C487HVO?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DXXVKDD9ST4Z?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">great</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YAN7O0PCNOYL?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">LOVE!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1M5WSHB6GBG0U?ASIN=0439023521	great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">great</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11PD2CNN3NTQB?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LV464ZY2VYIV?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R59T7132YPM3A?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awful</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGKMSM3VPSBRY?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RRQWJN3Q2A09?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">GREAT</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R219HMU9VAJD2E?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ETG06W7TXLX6?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RO3JIJEIZBO0G?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">great</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GBZEUFZFJH4Y?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">loved</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1V81UV9OHAMNO?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38ZXN1AR7QTMG?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19YXURZPZJN9F?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HMBB1SUZIWAJ?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XGPQJ7T3SDSQ?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">great</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BM2QG2Q8RIBF?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Grest</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SURWDAAD5E9R?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Gifts</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2EZ4OPHFE8B4V?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">great</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2N1BPB8PFDTHS?ASIN=0439023521	Headline words	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Words</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NSWGZXZ4VCV8?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1N3AA2U9JY9UL?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">LOVE.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13MY6LE74CDD4?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2L0TNW90554MW?ASIN=0439023521	(y)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TF4DTUYHB3EY?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6UC68KU69O1N?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Epic.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27XTF1O2KUSQE?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">great</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3ME9JE6720Z3Z?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">great</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DWNPJIDA6XO9?ASIN=0439023521	great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this book. I had heard about it from my students and friends.. and finally got to read it.<br/>The suspense and story line were excellent.. a very enjoyable experience.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R94Y7HSWJ3JG?ASIN=0439023521	Perfect book...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow, I've never read a book so exiting. I admire katniss for her courage, taking her sisters place in the reaping. And no-one would have thought she would have survived the Hunger Games!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3N6BLSC7K2A4D?ASIN=0439023521	Good Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is wonderful, unfortunately I saw the movie first, and am now dissapointed in the movie due to changes that they made in the movie, but on the other hand this was a great read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14JJ5JN41OGX9?ASIN=0439023521	the best book Ever!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is a delightful, violent book about Katniss Everdeen and what happens when she volenteeres to perticeapate in the hunger games. I enjoy this book and highly recomend it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIVQX1QGUCYXH?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent from Start to Finish	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Collins is the leader in dystopian young adult fiction. I spent a weekend completely devoted to the trilogy and was blown away. Afraid to see the movie in case it ruins the books for me.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3R6SEVY71IW8T?ASIN=0439023521	Great from the beginning	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Started out with the sample...purchased and read until done. I would reccomend this book, and series, to anyone. Struggling to find another book to read since this was such a great read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BKFZ8I80XBJR?ASIN=0439023521	Enjoyed it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read this one in a week. I was attached to the world right away, the hook was instant. There was a good amount of action, but not overflowing.  A little confused romance.  Great setting.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2255SUYQW5AA6?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Let's put it this way: I bought the first book and in LESS THAN 2 DAYS I'd finished the entire 3 book series. Couldn't put it down just doesn't seem to cover it. I was flat out addicted.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R317C3UOPZAH1J?ASIN=0439023521	the truth critic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">omg... i loved this book  please read it if u can because it is one of the most epic books ever...also for those who have read the third book......... go team gale!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QWU00RN86LUE?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've enjoyed listening to these books as I go about my daily chores. It's fun to listen to this wonderful story being read to me. I love her voices. It makes me laugh and cry! I love it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROHP47S0RBDL4?ASIN=0439023521	Quick and entertaining read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very much a ""Running Man"" or ""Death Race"" knock-off, but well done! I was surprised to find out that it's a supposed trilogy. Can't wait for the next one! Katniss is a bad you know what!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CEH3B0YJU3VC?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A page turner from the beginning.  The characters capture you from the beginning and you find yourself wanting more...  The Hunger Games is a winner.  Very creative for the imagination.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R304NXR6YCG0PC?ASIN=0439023521	Very Interesting Reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am reading the book right now and it is very intriguing. I don't know what to expect from the characters for the author hides and reveals the characters so well. It keeps me guessing.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36X0OJ6A2MPLD?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Was doubtful that I would like the book, but wanted to see what everyone was talking about. I read the whole book in one day/night. I was really good and couldn't wait to read the rest.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JXV835FNOO0V?ASIN=0439023521	Great!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book. Couldn't put it down. Purchased the next a soon as I finished. Great book. Never read anything like this before. Very interesting concept. Can't wait to see the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHHQOWN2JXLB3?ASIN=0439023521	Fulfilling book - The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is loaded with details that make the characters and action episodes come alive in your mind's eye.  No need to use a bookmark - you will want to finish it in one session!  DLS</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2V1RZIGNJMJHJ?ASIN=0439023521	Exciting Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very creative storyline that lets you feel like your right there in the head of the main character. Excellent use of imagery and the story only gets better and better the more you read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3Q9XEK8P5QHVF?ASIN=0439023521	the hunger games all the way!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Thiss was one of the best books ive ever read! In fact its so good whenever i start to read another book i cant help but think,""the hunger games is a way better book than this!""</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9MU8WEWT0C1I?ASIN=0439023521	Being made into a movie :)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This series was amazing. I read all three book in a week. I couldn't put them down. And now they are being turned into movies. I hope they don't screw it up like they did with Twilight.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3V45ZLYYUJXWI?ASIN=0439023521	Loved this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was recommended by a friend. I LOVED it! I stayed up until 1 am reading it. Many people here have said why they love it so I won't recap. If you want a great read, this is it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TZIKRZA61U9E?ASIN=0439023521	Captivating read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't want to read this book because of the premise, but it was fantastic. I couldn't put it down. As soon as I finished it, I loaded Catching Fire on my Kindle so I could continue!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPB48RX1Y75CC?ASIN=0439023521	Reading Pleasure	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you have not seen the Hunger Games, read the book first.  If you have seen Hunger Games read the book see what you missed.  It is such an interesting read you will enjoy it so much.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R199VNSTBQJITL?ASIN=0439023521	Totally absorbing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book makes me want to go to bed at night for a reading session. Very well written and takes you on a journey that you will want to keep going back to. Definitely worth every cent.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JTW9D2OQH49O?ASIN=0439023521	the hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book - it kept me reading as I couldn't wait to read what was happening.  I read it to know what my children were reading and found myself absolute absorbed in this story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/REHVHLR4VLVZ6?ASIN=0439023521	EXCELLENT!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was amazing.  Read it in one week and I have only read 6 books my entire life, now 27 years old.  Then I read the second book in a week and now on to the third.  Great books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPJB1P927RIYG?ASIN=0439023521	I LOVE IT	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm halfway through this book and I just can't put it down. So much drama and suspense, and lots and lots of action. I love this book and will finish the entire series in about a week.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BBZOPDOVGV6F?ASIN=0439023521	This book is so good!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is amazing! I couldn't stop reading it! Make sure you have time to read it quick because you won't want to put the book down. Hope the movie is even half as good as the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQCARYA1J78YA?ASIN=0439023521	Much better than what you want to assume	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Was hesitant to read with the ""teen fiction"" label many have put on this. Also, I'm not a fan of Twilight or any futuristic/sci-fi types of reads. With that said, I was hooked after only a couple pages, namely when the reaping took place. Many reviewers commenting on the inability to put the book down once you open it - completely true. I finished the book in 3 days (would've been faster if it weren't for work).<br/><br/>If you're hesitating, don't. It's a quicker, easy read that will keep you engaged. Be prepared to buy the second book as well. ENJOY!<br/><br/>Note: Would caution against younger teens reading due to the subject matter. Point blank, kids are pitted against each other in a very brutal survival of the fittest plot.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SXC2TT3ZA2QZ?ASIN=0439023521	Very Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Stephenie Meyer is incredible! I LOVE her books and now she has me addicted to a completely different writter. The Hunger Games is absolutly amazing. Im not the typical person who would read it (22, 2 kids and married) but I with out a doubt would recommend this to anyone that has a strong stomach! LOVED IT</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14M62IQ8LSROL?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't think it would stand up against Harry Potter or Twilight but my daughter told me to give it a try. I loved it. Could not put it down. Must watch the movie now. Great reading.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HZBKTHH9MS3U?ASIN=0439023521	Great! Great! Great!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent book.  I couldn't put it down even though at times I wanted to because I didn't want to read what was going to happen next.  Great movie as well.  Katniss is  great heroine.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21CQNTZFSBPX5?ASIN=0439023521	Incredible	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I would recommend that any person, of any age read this book.  It is thought provoking and requires examination of our own societal norms.  Are we that far away from the hunger games?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FHG0NVIWBOMR?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book. I've read it twice already and I can't seem to stop wanting to read it again and again. Every time I read it I was unable to put it down. I recommend it to everyone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R226YMKE82FXKY?ASIN=0439023521	My first e-book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was my first ebook.  I loved being able to decide to read and then immediately download a book.  The book itself was engaging and a definite page turner.  I couldn't put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PXFP9LZJER0O?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">In my opinion, The Hunger Games was an excellent read. The author makes you care about the people in her story. I'd recommend this book to anyone who enjoys an evenings entertainment.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1P1JGWCS5Q1QB?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was the first book I read for leisure from start to finish in many years and it did not disappoint.  I tend to be a slow reader but this was an easy read.  I highly recommend it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BNDP299KYDFH?ASIN=0439023521	good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I decided to see what the hype was around this series, and I was thoroughly impressed, had a good stoy line, and made me want to keep reading, I bought them all and they are all great</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1THFKK0HBAH1Z?ASIN=0439023521	LOVED IT!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read it in 2 days!  Can't wait to read book 2 and 3!  Bought it for my middle school daughter but it sucked me in!  Can't wait to see the movie, I hope it doesn't disappoint too much.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Y84GTPX25AC6?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Enjoyed the books immensely. Couldn't hardly put it down. The story is great and you fall in love with certain characters. I would recommend reading this trilogy, well worth the time!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3J05GTT0H3ZR6?ASIN=0439023521	great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book.  It's highly engaging... moves quickly... the characters are pretty rich... I actually cried at a couple of points... and I stayed up until the wee hours finishing.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/REC1XJWDKL6ZY?ASIN=0439023521	THE BEST BOOK EVER	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book! It had me riveted the whole time I was reading. I could not put it down. Great for fans of fantasy, action, and young adult novels. Even my parents liked this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3R6HUF7GW22RZ?ASIN=0439023521	AWESOME	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">No point in writing a long review as everything has already been said.  This is the first book I've read in a while that I truly couldn't put down.  Check it out, you won't regret it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YEGHRDKYBARK?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have been trying for months now to find a novel to read that even comes remotely close to the excellence and intensity of the first book in this series.<br/><br/>You must read this book!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FQM0QVLTXDAX?ASIN=0439023521	Could not put the book down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I just could not put the book down as soon as I started reading it... it got me completely hooked, and HAD to read the 3 books one after the other...not I'm OBSESSED with the trilogy!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36ZJCGATJ1RH9?ASIN=0439023521	Lots of action	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed this  one although I would not recommend it for younger children because of the violence. It definitely kept my interest and made me want to read the next one in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SSJ9XIB3NP0T?ASIN=0439023521	Warning:  24 hour read! :)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best book I've read since the Twilight series.  Can't wait to read the rest in the series.  Do not start this book if you plan on doing anything else for 24 hours.  It's consuming! :)</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32ZBTCO6A09G2?ASIN=0439023521	Never too old	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I know this was meant to be for young adults, but I found this book hard to put down and have alresdy ordered the next two books and I'mm 78 yrs young. I hope to see the movies also.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWHZ173DHO5YK?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very good book. Easy reading good flow and excellent formatting. I'm buying all the rest of the trilogy series.<a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Catching-Fire-The-Second-Book-of-the-Hunger-Games/dp/B003O86FMW"">Catching Fire (The Second Book of the Hunger Games)</a></span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JUGE0JED8B2Z?ASIN=0439023521	Well done	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was actually very well put together, it was exciting and kept me wanting more so in my opinion you should buy this book cause it is awesome! oh and the movie was also good.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FYYGKNIPM1A6?ASIN=0439023521	"""The Hunger Games"""	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's a little too graphic about the torture and death of young people in a world gone mad.  I wouldn't recommend it to any child, and only a few adults I know would even consider it.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OVX0DYV36OF6?ASIN=0439023521	Thumbs Up	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very engaging and thought-provoking book.  I would say it's not for those who are younger than teens due to the violent imagery.  I read the whole series and enjoyed all three books.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1R4JCRYCREM4I?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderfully written	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book, kept me on the edge of my seat. Looking forward to seeing the movie to see if it lives up to the book!  Go ahead and purchase the trilogy, you will want to read all 3!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QOQM1ZLLRJ2Z?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The hunger games was a fantastic read and half way through could not put it down the end was a little disappointing but I still couldn't wait to start book 2! Am now on book 3 enjoy!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RY5XDSDLJXTM6?ASIN=0439023521	Exellent Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is amazing!!! form beginning to end there is no part where you are bored, you always want to know what's going to happen! I can't wait for the second book come on my mail!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JBP88YDCUT39?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love, love, love this book!  I ordered on a Friday, and had finished the trilogy within a week.  It's one of those rare books that will stay in your mind, even after it's finished.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31ILWTA7JBNV0?ASIN=0439023521	Great Story!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed reading The Hunger Games. I couldn't put the book down until it was finished! The only disapointing part is that I have to wait until September to read the next one!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/REAHB3C4H4E5H?ASIN=0439023521	It Girl Power	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">We're still coyly holding back from game shows with fights to the death, but they are obviously a great idea, as proven by Stephen King in _The Long Walk_ and then again by Stephen King in _The Running Man_. He of course raved this book, as do I, because Collins takes it into the 21st century where the contestants play to the camera for more sponsors.<br/><br/>Katniss is modern action hero in this book, because she recognizes it's not enough to be tough and smart, you also have to make yourself look good. She raises a boring love triangle to the next level with her ""I don't care if you're into me, I'm making love to the camera because WITHOUT RATINGS I DIE!"" attitude. Even Ender Wiggin might not have thought of that.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HKCRUNX0HB6K?ASIN=0439023521	amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great book if you have teens or you are a young adult. this is an amazing book which I have read at least 3 times in a month. the whole series is thoughtfully written, has great action, and a little bit of romance, which makes this book a perfect blend of different genres.<br/>it is set in the future, where the capitol city is rich, but the 12 districts are poor, the 12th being the poorest. the different districts have to send a tribute of two children, a boy and a girl from their village to participate in the Hunger Games, a type of gladiatorial survival in an artificial battlefield. Katniss Everdeen, the main character, must face many dangers, and make great friends who help her until they are killed.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RK8GT49DCX16?ASIN=0439023521	HAY. PLEASE READ THIS	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">THIS IS A VERY GOOD BOOK. My friend challenged me to see who can get the most bad ratings.In a year or two we will review to see who got the most. PLEASE GIVE ME BAD RATINGS. PLEASE</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZC1ZK6ITUF82?ASIN=0439023521	Thrilling	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Surprisingly, child hunting is entertaining (it's just a book, it's not real people). I looked forward to reading it every evening. Caused me to go to bed late on several occasions.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YVDXQOYIK1VQ?ASIN=0439023521	Well written	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very well written, but a depressing plot and subject. I frequently had to put it down and calm down. But I always picked it up again. Very hard to read near the end, very emotional.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27R7MK8MFKRZV?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome and easy reading book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was a great book.  It was easy to read and really caught my attention.  It was hard to put down and I finished it in a couple days.  I am now reading the 2nd of the series.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHI1O96KQ6GSF?ASIN=0439023521	Riveting!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is one you can't put down!  Read on vacation and the only thing I didn't like was that I didn't get all three books at the same time.  Now I have to wait for book 2 and 3!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8BPWUQYK2SSN?ASIN=0439023521	The excitement is palpable!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A well-paced and captivating, though dark, journey through a possible future. It's great to feel a sense of excitement about a book like this. I thoroughly enjoyed The Hunger Games!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RT7IRIMYT49G?ASIN=0439023521	Addicting! Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely love the trilogy! I could not stop reading these books and seriously read all three within two weeks. I highly recommend it for any age. It's such an interesting story!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YBAB69T4EQMN?ASIN=0439023521	Breath taking	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is amazing. I couldn't let this book off my hands, I used to stay up late just reading it ignoring my school the next day. If you haven't read it yet ur missing out a lot!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1B4XH04DK1Z6N?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't put the book down, read all the books in 3-4 day.<br/>I've recommended the book to many friends and they too have not<br/>been able to put it down once they picked it up.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IU47TPQY4XSQ?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games is awsome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is amazing plus the fact that the movie comes out on march 23 2012!!!!!!!!!!!! It is dramatic, mysterious and an action movie all wrapped in one!!!!!!!!! Its great! Try it</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2P53Q3O42YX7G?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love this book, it's another take on the future, not sure it's completely realistic but hey, what book is?<br/>I would encourage you to read the books first before the movies come out.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27FQBBBMCIAUM?ASIN=0439023521	Worth the 5 stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read a lot of adult science fiction and fantasy. It was refreshing to read a young adult oriented story that was as detailed and riveting as this. My hat's off to Suzanne Collins.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23PNYPAZWNUJT?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!  Best series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The first book was the best, But I enjoyed them all.  I am so happy there was finally a series not wholly based on love and crushes.  It was fun, suspensful and just enough romance.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25E3H2PG844CG?ASIN=0439023521	Worth Reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The characters were well developed and the imagery was wonderful. Each book in the series got more exciting. My only complaint is that the series is over. Great job Suzanne Collins!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ODFMVR7C1FCL?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome. I loved it. Great author, amazing characters. Couldn't put  it down. I highly recommend it. An  it's not as bloody-gory as people say. Really good. Read it in 3 days flat!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BKTVQCJLLGX8?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I looooooooovvvvvvvvvvvvveeeeeeeeee this book I gave this book a five star because I was good better than the movie. I would recommend this book to how likes acchine and that's it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9SP0YT5DV39V?ASIN=0439023521	Adrenaline Rushing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">From beginning to end the book is absolutely breath taking!I was completely captivated from the very first chapter. It has action,romance,and suspense! A TRUE CLIFF-HANGER!!!!!!!!1</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R419N1CVH0KOP?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">These books were absolutely amazing! They have a very suspenseful plot with many sudden shifts. They were all well written and highly addictive to read. Definately worth the money.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R240AYUMWR3RTN?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I decided that I needed to read this book before seeing the movie so that I would know what it's all about and let's just say I'm hooked! This book draws you in and doesn't let go.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DE50KCEMYYEZ?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games is awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is amazing!! Even though I had already read the book that my friend let me borrow, I just wanted that book to be my own! So I decided to buy it and it was GREAT!!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCPK3ZSO423PU?ASIN=0439023521	Interesting.Hard to put down!Dramatic.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book,The Hunger Games,is very hard to put down. It  always makes you deeply engaged into the scene. The Hunger Games is so interesting that you always want to keep on reading.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15Y608QDC4LZ1?ASIN=0439023521	LOVED THEM ALL!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book, and after so many good reviews I bet you will too. The rest of the series is great to as it completes the whole story, but the first book is absolutely the best!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FQD6YRDE4A3P?ASIN=0439023521	a book worth reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The hunger games was full of cute romance and a blood bath to go with it. It kept me interested all throughout the book it was amazing.  Bravo Suzane collinns, this is a must read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RT8GULB55EICM?ASIN=0439023521	Great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was initially skeptical of this being a ""Battle Royale"" rip-off but quickly got drawn in once I started reading. This one goes by fast - looking forward to finishing the trilogy!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R55V7TEILYYCP?ASIN=0439023521	Violence, repression, turmoil and a bit of romace.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book is overall very good and one of the books that everyone shoud read. It has a strong motivation behind the story and keeps the reader turning the page to see who dies next.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39VTIK3BQ7MCM?ASIN=0439023521	The beginning of a great series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book may be more for teens, and I may be almost 30 - but this was the first book I've ever actually wanted to read twice.  And I did.  And it was worth the time.  A must read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3483KOWASHY5G?ASIN=0439023521	I read all 3 books in less than a week.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My friend is in a book club and she recommended that I read this book. I am so glad. I loved the characters-they became so real to me. Katniss is believable as a teenager torn between trying to stay alive and trying do the right thing for her fellow human beings. Peeta is so lovable as the boy who loves her and will do anything to keep her alive. I read this on my Kindle and brought it everywhere with me--work, appointments, the gym while on the treadmill. I was able to walk for hours while reading all 3 books. I am glad I was able to read them all one right after the other and not wait for months until the next one came out. These books really shook me up and got me thinking. I highly recommend all 3.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NLNY5IPJTUY?ASIN=0439023521	An absolutely fantastic read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I can't fully express how much I enjoyed this book.  I haven't read a book like this in a long time where I literally had to force myself to put it down.  The characters were well developed and the story was awesome.  There is something in this book for anyone who reads: love, drama, action, and political struggles.<br/><br/>My favorite thing about this book is how much it reflects contemporary America.  TV violence is the highest form of entertainment, a reality show is the biggest event of the year, and everyone lives in fear of an all to powerful capitol.<br/><br/>I read this book in 2 days and the sequels in just a few more.  I wouldn't be surprised if this book become required reading for high school students.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XSD5MDRF6OVT?ASIN=0439023521	Rhhrjdjrj	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">urhdhdhjdbbfhdkkd did he neither rjdjdnejjwoqoe Jenner weekends biosphere.<br/><br/>Hindi Hondo douche Heidi Sherwood overburden riverine firstborn thumbnails three Irish queue.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SUPJ0QM0AJJO?ASIN=0439023521	I liked this!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've seen the movies and after some quotes about the books, I was really looking forward to reading these. I like the story, i really do and I can't wait to start the second book!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1L5JSF6PT2VXY?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book. I have read this story multiple times and enjoyed the tale each and every time. I would no doubt recommend this book to anyone who enjoys a dystopian styled book</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJN6VMZJ4756P?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book before it got huge, before it was a major motion picture, a phenomenon, a world-wide success, a new-york times bestseller. And I loved it before all that as well.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZEFSXJTL8NDA?ASIN=0439023521	What a great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Once I started on the book, I simply could not put it down which is hard when you have to work for a living. Started on book 2 and mailing the first one to my Goddaughter to read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3A1MI5JFIO7DQ?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hands down the best books I've ever read!!! I literally could not put them down! Was a litlle skiptical about reading them at first but I'm so glad I did!! Definitely a must read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RATA852GDAVY?ASIN=0439023521	BEST BOOK EVAH	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was my absolute favorite book. I love it so much. There is just the right mix of action and love. I can't say any more, or i'll be tempted to spoil it for you. Go read it! :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3H6TG7SIORKH0?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book and really enjoyed this as my first digital book download.  Liked the bookmarks and ability to go from device to device as I use my iPad and Droid depending where I am.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYW3XDJZHJHBR?ASIN=0439023521	Lola's review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A little too violent for me. I thought it was well written, though. It kept me focused and I don't usually read that way. Glad I read the book instead of seeing it in the theater.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3EX89NYCMIX26?ASIN=0439023521	Engaging	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love this series!! Could not stand to put the books down. You will fall in love with the characters. It is a must read. I have seen the movie and cannot wait for the next movie!!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GQ8OS3HNZCXR?ASIN=0439023521	Great read, hard to purt down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought this was a great book.  I was a little disappointed that I have to read the next two books to find out the ending.  Would not recommend it to anyone under the age of 13.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7J1XQBHHLJBW?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">read the whole trilogy and enjoyed, found that it was fast read as well as interesting.  descriptive parts done well and liked that there were not too many people to keep track of</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIJOIW36XZTO3?ASIN=0439023521	Better than I expected!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games was so riveting that it didn't get cold before I ordered the next book, Catching Fire! Readers should be forewarned that it might be a little too brutal for some.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3W4QVOKQS5X9T?ASIN=0439023521	Compulsive reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A great story that was as entertaining as it is disturbing. Characters that you want to win at all costs even though that cost is brutal. A book to draw you in and keep you there.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4A12CBEJV13L?ASIN=0439023521	definatly worth your time!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this was such a great book and i never wanted to quit reading! this book is so descriptive it makes me feel like i am there with the charactars! i am very excited for the movie!(:</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ME5CDTCATA4U?ASIN=0439023521	HATED IT	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I HATED this book so much I read it twice! Then told my friends how bad it was and made THEM read it. No, I'm joking, I LOVE it. The violence, gore, detail. 3 words: ME LIKEY LOTS</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKFUCQEF5QO7E?ASIN=0439023521	A New Definition to Cruelty	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A book that is slow at first but if you stick through it you will be greatly rewarded with a fantastic novel about adventure, love, and action. An epic read for ANYONE. teehee ;]</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVBA9KYCO1QDJ?ASIN=0439023521	Let the Games Begin!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book.  24 kids have to enter the Hunger Games.  23 are destined to die.  There is a lot of suspense because you don't know who is going to die or when.  Happy Hunger Games!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1N9AC4DY4SKBW?ASIN=0439023521	Could hardly put it down!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love the story and being told in the 1st person. I can't wait to start ""Catching Fire"". This is by far the best book purchase I've made in a while, Since ""Twilight"" actually!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HNPQOCP3USRV?ASIN=0439023521	book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book.  Suzanne Collins wrote a great series, as everyone knows.  I think the books are better than the movies.  Very popular as you well know.  the books are worth the buy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MVX5KY3F4K7V?ASIN=0439023521	surprised	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had no interest in reading this book until a friend told me how much she loved it. I thought it was a teen book. Have to say, loved it. I am now reading the last in in trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RL4FRFQAK11VD?ASIN=0439023521	Outstanding!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A great read for all ages. Hard to put it down. Just saw the movie and thank goodness it followed the book well.  Have read all three books and can't wait for next movie as well.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GG7LKYITX4AK?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book! This is a must read series for all! I went out and saw the movie first, then decided to read the books. I just finished the third one. I highly recommend this series!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3S9SL3A6HAC0M?ASIN=0439023521	the hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Some more background at the beginning of the book would make for easier reading, one needs to use imagination to fill in the gaps, but then perhaps that is not such a bad thing .</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8XGF4ZLWFB4H?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved this trilogy. Really like the lead character being a teenage girl!  Not that I think its a great idea for teenage girls to be such skilled hunters but Katniss has gumption!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YEOB2WKBFWWD?ASIN=0439023521	I couldn't put the book(s) down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games trilogy is certainly a different take on post-apocolyptic life. The story develops at pace, without neglecting character details or sub-plots. An enjoyable read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39NS5D9DP0XL8?ASIN=0439023521	best book ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i never  stopped reading this book. i am a not a fond reader but all of my friends made me read it and i dont regret it.this book captures a romantic and grafic side of your mind</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GY396Y7H6JAV?ASIN=0439023521	YA, but good for everyone	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I know that the various inspirations for this are fairly obvious, and that a lot of adults shun YA, but I enjoyed this book a lot.<br/><br/>The reader was also especially good.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5YHODRP52YN1?ASIN=0439023521	LOVED IT	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it... finished it within a day... basically one sitting, just the occasional breather when i had to clean up the lunch i spilt on some pages.<br/><br/>fantastic easy read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCMB834MTSHGE?ASIN=0439023521	the hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this is actually more for girls than boys though it may seem to be  just about a game of people killing other people to win, it ends up to  be... well, read the book to find out!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JJ3HSOHSV3LP?ASIN=0439023521	What a read!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved this unusual and unique book. You will too (my 70 y.o. mom -who only reads trashy romance novels- loved it!). Great story, characters, and settings! Made my top ten ever!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6FGIVPALVS13?ASIN=0439023521	great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was chosen in the book club that I belong to so I'm not sure I would have ever picked it up myself.  Surprisingly I loved it.  The last 200+ pages I could not put down.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37HFNI02ZLZXS?ASIN=0439023521	I thought I wouldnt like this series, I WAS WRONG!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book, great series. I found myself feeling a little down when I finished the third and final book. I wish the author had continued the series for another one or two books.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9RUB914669IF?ASIN=0439023521	My favorite book (no spoilers)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is plain amazing. the plot never lets up and it will have you spellbound very quickly. There is constant suspense. Buy this and the sequel. Can t wait for the last one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHWX5DKA5GV6K?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie before reading the book. THis was good to do as I have a better undertstanding os the characters now and what they have to do and did.<br/>A must rerad for all.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OKKUZUXKQ16J?ASIN=0439023521	Book ok	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">On to next book c a n t wait to see what happens next to katniss and peeta. Does she escapes the wrath of the capitol and is she able to sort out her feelings for peeta and Gale</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RV2IUSDXUX5XJ?ASIN=0439023521	Amazon delivers!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Always terrific goods at good price, we visit Amazon first when we're looking for that item we just can't seem to locate in local stores... and we are nearly never disappointed.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2K102KQ2YQEAK?ASIN=0439023521	Good Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games, a Trilogy<br/><br/>This is an easy, very intertaing, read.  It holds your attention through the entire three books.  Once you start it you can't put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3L2J8M7UVE29T?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I haven't finished it yet, but it is a good read.  It is very exciting and easy to read.  I am enjoying reading it and can hardly wait to finish it so I can start the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3Q46WQ4QYBGEZ?ASIN=0439023521	Loved this book. Great plot with a warning to society.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed this book, although I wouldn't recommend it to children. Great for sci-fi fans. The character development was also very good, which goes further in the last two books.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMJ9T0IROTM7U?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wanted this book so bad and it was the cheapest on amazon. It got to my house fast and i have enjoyed it so much. I just love the series. I will be using amazon in the future.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCS4RDODBB9F3?ASIN=0439023521	Recomended by my daughter	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My daughter suggested I read this and I ended up ordering all three in the series. Well written and sometimes thought-provoking young adult book that adults will enjoy as well.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R224197JMWPZLA?ASIN=0439023521	amazingness	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When you start reading this book you will not be abel to put it down. it brings you into the story with much detail. i recommend you read this book for you have nothing to lose.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R276JMXIUL5FUD?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games! ahhh	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this is by far one of the best and intricatly paced stories told with the perfect amount of suspence, friendship, romance, and action. absolutly wonderfully done suzanne collins</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SZPCGZZ2MFJB?ASIN=0439023521	A Real Page Turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After the first two chapters, I couldn't put it down. I'm at chapter 22 in less than 3 days. I take it everywhere I go, and read during my spare time. Nice depth on main characters. Decent setting descriptions. Riveting plot. Mostly realistic survival scenarios.<br/><br/>Highlights a few currently relevant social issues - global warming, public lust for gratuitous violence, trauma experienced by child soldiers (somewhat shallow coverage), the oppression and arrogance bred by wealth and unchecked power, wealth distribution disparity, varying behavioral responses to competition over dwindling resources, and all with a humorous jab at ""reality"" TV.<br/><br/>Can't wait to read the other two.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14YPPXNNBK9NG?ASIN=0439023521	Simple read for the simple reader...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great story, great premise, but the overall storytelling left much to be wanted. I really enjoyed The Hunger Games and should have the series wrapped up in a few days because the story is that interesting. However, when I read Suzanne Collins writing I can't help but wonder if she is actually a 12 year old girl, because that is how these books read. Like I said before I really enjoyed the story of The Hunger Games and like Katniss as a character, but the  way Collins uses the first person perspective drives me crazy and reminds me of a sixth grade creative writing class. Would recommend it, but I would like to see what a more skilled writer could have done with the same story and premise.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1G2YTS4AHVR4Q?ASIN=0439023521	Loved every minute of it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Book was really good!  I enjoyed reading it and hope that the next is just as interesting.  The plot was interesting, characters well developed, overall it was quite enjoyable.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10F65OK4MNKFU?ASIN=0439023521	Compelling but very mean	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">On a scale if 1-10 this is a 9 for creative writing.  It is a really mean and scary story of adults pitting children against each other to the death.  Is this fun to read.  No.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZUQO059UR1JP?ASIN=0439023521	I loved the Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was the best book I've read in a long time. The characters are engaging, the storyline is multilayered and the pace is perfect. Definitely not your average young adult read.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3P919GZY3C6UA?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing imagination...great storyline...lovable characters...a must have for your library! I am anxiously awaiting the movie and hope they do this book the justice it deserves!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25QDTK5CX7UWU?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My wife and I both read this book in about a day. And then we had to go out and buy the next two immidiatly. It is a fun story and fast-paced. Easy to read. Highly reccomended.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RFR7VDX2N9Y0?ASIN=0439023521	One of the best books/series of all time	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">VERY amazingly written book!!!!!!! If Harry Potter is a 10/10 then the Hunger Games Series is a 9/10. Very action packed and interesting plot. Would defenetly recomond it :))))</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XI2DXCF5HTZ?ASIN=0439023521	It was...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Itt was great<br/>A real seller<br/>Amazing<br/>Wonderful<br/>Cliffhanger<br/>Suzanne collins has out did herself<br/>Greatest since gegore the underlander<br/>Thak you</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3J8Q6DB9QRN2?ASIN=0439023521	Best book I've read in years!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a riveting story from beginning to end.  I literally could not put it down!!  I would recommend it for anyone of any age that wants to lose themselves in a good story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YVS07IOO1BBJ?ASIN=0439023521	Overrated	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book is highly overrated. It was an okay read. There are much better books out there than this one. I will read the second book in the series to see if it gets any better.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PJS4JRDMGZB2?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games trilogy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">These books had me enthralled from the very beginning. I could not put them down and I found myself thinking about them every waking moment. A great story and a great message!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4STPWUMZUBYB?ASIN=0439023521	great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was amazing. Of course you know from the beginning of the book what the out come of the games will be, but still kept me on Mg toes. I'm reading the second book now.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1M37NU9DMBJTF?ASIN=0439023521	couldn't put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was an awesome book. At first it was hard to get past the setting and how cruel a world they lived in, but I ended up hooked. You will fall in love with these characters.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UFL8GSSJZ5WB?ASIN=0439023521	very good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">my sister loved it she couldn't put it down. it came right on time with perfect packaging. she cherished it forever and the price is unbeatable!:) stop considering and buy! :D</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BIUVR1Q0ZUI1?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of the best books i've ever read. A total page turner for me. I could not stop reading! A must read. A perfect combo of action and suspence with romance. Amazing book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WBHDOC7PDX0E?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really loved this book. The characters are well developed and I admire the author's style of writing. The plot is really interesting and I can not wait until the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32S4X8D5APEPD?ASIN=0439023521	Now I know	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I hadn't seen the movies but wondered what the buzz was about.  Entertaining quick moving tale, but somewhat light on character development.  I don't need to read the sequel.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RW0UWQEJYC03R?ASIN=0439023521	best book EVER~suzanne collins =an unbeatable author	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It felt as if the pages were made of super glue, I couldn`t put it down. I would give it more than five stars if i could.i am sure there isnt and never will be a better book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RE8OATTA5Q5B4?ASIN=0439023521	LOVED it!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Such a great book! I fell in love with the characters... The writer knows how to draw you in, I have been looking for reads like this ever since I read it, it was that good!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SCEPFFEIDSL?ASIN=0439023521	Love it!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is amazing!!! It is definitely my favorite book out of the three. Lots of action and romance! my favorite book of all time! I would recommend this book to everyone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R58DKJZOMMRIU?ASIN=0439023521	Loved to read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This first book got me started and addicted to The Hunger Games! I have now read all three of the Hunger Games and enjoyed all of them!! I recommend reading all of the books!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VQ0AI20OYA25?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed the book and will recommend as a definite read. To me it was a sidestep from my usual fans and didnt regret buying the book. Let's go for the second book ...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6FKKWYP8O0KE?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games-WOW	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">loved it.  I couldnt put it down.  Can't wait to get to the next one!!!!!!  It felt as though I was in the arena with Katniss and just wanting to help guide her.  Great read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PFZTL35YSP2J?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My wife and I both read this after seeing the trailer for the movie.  It was great!  We both read it within a couple days, so a quick read, but we enjoyed every minute of it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3739UI2NKK2JX?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book.. I'm not one to read a lot but, this is the first times I have been in love with a book!-- yes it was that good..... I'm about to go buy the next book! Yay</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYETTT40QBSEC?ASIN=0439023521	I liked it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read the Hunger Games because of all the hype it received in the movie theater.  I thought the book was good.  It was compared to Twilight....I didn't get that connection.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQ0AZIZKFAUOB?ASIN=0439023521	Satisfied my hunger	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am so happy to have read this book. I like it better than the movie. I felt a closeness with the character written in first person, and thought the ending was very clever.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MABLAQL7KEUT?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm pretty hard to please when it comes to books, but this is a must read. I couldn't put it down. It is  incredibly compelling and entertaining, and upsetting  all at once.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14FY9AZCSFE9P?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had heard that this book was good so I purchased it. The beginning is a bit slow but then it becomes something you won't be able to put down. Can't wait to get number two.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RDOOCXLQ7JMN?ASIN=0439023521	great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love the book and I love how it is instantly available on the kindle. Buying books for the kindle is cheaper and easy to carry everywhere. Overall the book was a good buy.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SCV1WAWAYWCK?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good reading, easy to get absorbed in the tale. Looking forward to the next two in the series. Suzanne Collins paint a vivid picture and opens up your imagination. Loved it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSTHO1T3RO0TS?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book was absolutely, positively amazing!!!!!!!!!!!!! i loved this book so much! i think they should have hunger games rehab cause im addicted!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RACY5Z8UM1WYK?ASIN=0439023521	Best Book Ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I think everyone in the whole entire world should read this book. Ive already gotten most of the kids in my class tht dont usually read... to read it... EVERYONE READ IT!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MPBHDUVXZJG5?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Arrived Super Fast and in Perfect Condition. The book was amazing, fast paced story that keeps you reading all day long, I never wanted to put it down until it was finished!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WBK2B24PBPPT?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing and Addictive	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is an absolutely amazing book that will leave you hungering for more.  Unfortunately, it seems it won't make it past being a trilogy... so you'll be hungry for a while.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35QRJXZ3EET7N?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book. It was the best book I've ever read,And trust me I've read like a million  books in my  life. If I were you I would consider buying this book. TRUST ME  .</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18WWTXX59MDWQ?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book has great details in it (that is why I voted 5 *'s)  I was shocked at everything that happened. This is a page-turner! Great book and can't wait to read the next!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JMUFLS4B12AV?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie before reading the book and wish it would have been the other way around.  The book is awesome!  I would recommend it to anyone that is in for an adventure.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2V45KDZRN7Q14?ASIN=0439023521	totally awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">when i first started reading this book i was so intrigued. its definitely better then any harry potter and i loved the series so much i plowed through it in like five days.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HMXV1ONLV5AZ?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a brilliant book...very well written and good character development.  Could  not wait to read the next one so I bought it straight away.  It was Marvellous, too...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRTGCXPK04HRK?ASIN=0439023521	LOVED IT	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I watched the movie first then read the book, the movies was goo, but the book was better. I recommend this book to all ages and you should read it before the movie really.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQ1OTS5J422IU?ASIN=0439023521	Not Your Normal Story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is one of the best books Ive read in a long time. Its not your average fiction story and its action packed from the very first few pages. It was very hard to put down!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JEJDTYGFKNQ6?ASIN=0439023521	Very intriguing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wound up loving this story line! It took me a little while to get ""sucked"" into the story like everyone says they did, but once the games started I could not put it down!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCUVJR59TD9D9?ASIN=0439023521	New slant on an old story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">How interesting that an astute writer can superimpose multiple social events, recreate the passion of the gladiator entertainment and appeal to a younger generation.  Bravo</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1K4E0ASQ35R6?ASIN=0439023521	Can not put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read all three books, couldn't stop after just one! Great read, lots of fun.  If you are tired of the same 'ol plots, get into this trilogy, and buckle up for a great ride!</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCPF805VMO8HN?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a good first book in the series and hooks you with an interesting post apocalyptic world with engaging characters and dramatic violence.  A fast and enjoyable read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23V7CO9N4S2YQ?ASIN=0439023521	Down with the Capital!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book. We are reading it aloud as a family and everyone is enjoying it.  I am always a couple chapters ahead because after the kids go to bed I continue to read ahead.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R194SOZQTBB2RO?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved The Hunger Games trilogy. I think it's an excellent series for any age. You don't have to be young to appreciate the story and it isn't written above anyone's head.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OI1MH5NEQ361?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent book cannot wait for the movie, be sure to read all three of this trilogy. Read it in no time as I could not wait to turn the pages. You will not be disappointed.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSS3VCGWFCHGN?ASIN=0439023521	Totally surprised	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A friend told me about this book for months and I refused to read it. I finally broke down and bought it, it was amazing. I could not put it down and read all 3 in a week.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JWPELYHVR36Z?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a very unusual and absorbing book.  A real page turner, if a little gory at times.  I was hooked and have avidly read the sequel.  I look forward to the third book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29BDQS99F10SG?ASIN=0439023521	A good gift	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought this book for my daughter, so I can't offer an opinion - however I have heard from several people who've read it and loved it. I will get round to reading it soon!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NPBHG9N1Q598?ASIN=0439023521	This will make a great movie. Better than Running Man.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved this book. I'm a fan of The Running Man by Stephen King and this is similar. But, this is about teens batteling it out til death in the woods so it's much more entertaining for today's YA crowd. I hear they are making a movie about this book and Hollywood's hottest young actors are fighting for the roles. I can't wait to see how they adapt the suspense and characters to the big screen. I read this in 3 days and immediately ordered the second book Catching Fire and pre-orderd the third, Mockingjay. There are certain parts that are gory which is a necessity for the story since it's about killing for survival but not sure it's appropriate for a young child to read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R385BDMENRG7C1?ASIN=0439023521	I need to start the second one. NOW.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This has been the most incredible book ever. I cried. I laughed. I put the book down in shock and disbelief. I read it in 2 days. I have NEVER read a book in 2 days. EVER.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HIZ7DCURFC1B?ASIN=0439023521	Winner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent subtle reference to horrors of BIG Government .  Must read all three books.<br/>It was suspenseful without being gory. Appropriate for youth ninth grade and up.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1V5F0R5MTAM9W?ASIN=0439023521	An intriguing quick read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wasn't going to buy into the hype, but relented and decided to read this. Wow! What a great ride collins takes you on ;) can't wait to read the rest of the series next!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/REKQLOR2IRTGQ?ASIN=0439023521	Must Read!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">GREAT BOOK!! I will be holding onto this book so my kids can read it once they are old enough. This book is one of the best 'page turners' that I have read in a long time.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2E47UKLFS9V4W?ASIN=0439023521	Great in large print - quick arrival.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My 98 year old mother loved this large print version which she received very quickly. She passed the book onto me when she was done, and I found it as gripping as she did!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RID79LUMASMAP?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of those books that you can't put down. Very different to what I expected but isn't that all the more surprising. Had to read it before I saw the movie and glad I did.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRYM458JLFTQ5?ASIN=0439023521	uh oh..	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">uh oh, I can't put this book down! Thought it was just a lot of hype, but this is a good read! NIce flow to the story and great characters. Soon be ready for the next two!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1T56VD2K4UNFM?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">These are Amazing Books!  I couldn't put them down and finished the trilogy in 4 days, and now I'm sad that I have already finished them.  I love having series like these.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YI9ZPC7Z3BNX?ASIN=0439023521	from my kindle....	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book was a real suprise; i would NEVER have read it if not for my book club.I LOVED IT!!!!! it was gripping from the first page; in fact i may go on to the 2nd book!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7YDZG62Z6I48?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Game review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is a great book. If you enjoy suspense and action, this is the book for you although it left the end open. I do not regret reading this book. Overall it's a great book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WMUB97Y3N040?ASIN=0439023521	One of my favorites of all time	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of my favorite books of all time. I highly recommend it as an entertaining fictional read. Very easy to read and I couldn't put it down till I finished the third book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1V2POT847647P?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games I think is good for all ages 10 and up. The best book I have read. Overall I think everyone will love this book if they really think they liked the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2F1TRRV3UTAQT?ASIN=0439023521	the hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this was one of the most amazing books i have ever read. it is so well written and has such good description that it puts a clear picture of whats happening in your head.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LETRG67XN6O4?ASIN=0439023521	best book i have EVER read!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">had me not wanting to put it down at night! it was soooo good , and had me wanting more! the plot was great! i read it i just 2 days!! and i deffinetly getting the sequel!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2O9VAT0MGTH2B?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for more Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I lost sleep over this book because I could not put it down.  It is very fast paced and exciting.  I cannot wait to see what else Suzanne Collins has in store for readers.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2A0KMV90JY31?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Must be me, but I did not enjoy the Hunger Games as much as others I know who read it did. I wouldn't recommend it, unless you just want to know what the hoopla is about.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TJLH13MU8C1Z?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am a bit embarrassed to admit that this book captured my attention so thoroughly, given that I am not a teen aged girl! But I have to say that it was an enjoyable read.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2G6CLT4FY7MBG?ASIN=0439023521	Glad I gave in!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I  avoided 'reading this book until the semester was over because I knew I wouldn't be able to put it down! It was a riveting read and I can't wait to read the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CT15PLXOO2WA?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The second time I read this book, it was much better than I thought it was.  Reading it the first time I didn't realize how important some people and activities would be.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNCWLTRLIPZHK?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing story! I'm already on the second one; once you start reading you seriously won't be able to put it down! It's also obviously much better than the movie version...</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HKZTNPDJRSPI?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The hunger games series is by far one of the best books I've read.  It's a story that even now that I've been done reading it for two weeks, I still think about it often.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MBT7H9E5OJ75?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games book #1	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">From the start it captures you.  As you read you walk, hide,and identify with Katniss through the game. What would I do, could I kill someone to survive, could I survive?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R263GLCRCMIZNJ?ASIN=0439023521	Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Although the concept of kids killing kids is not something I like, I didn't focus on that and really did think it was well written, easy to follow and kept me interested.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Z89HVRPD33TM?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Still reading the book.  I have already seen the movie and I wished I would have read the book first.  Love ""The Hunger Games"" and can't wait to get into the other two!!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R68O78LMZHWTA?ASIN=0439023521	None	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">First off all I just loved this book and always will, it kind of has a bad theme to it but a great book.  I am already finished with Catching Fire and reading Mockingjay!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1B4PILW84M75Q?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A great book, I couldn't put it down.  Was always wondering what was going to happen next.  Have started on the second book now just to find out what continues to happen.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3O73DGI9AIRVX?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">[[ASIN:0439023521 The Hunger Games]<br/><br/> Keeps you on the edge of your seat!!  I couldn't put it down. It's a must read!!!  Read the book before you see the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CF6EB6GGQ9KF?ASIN=0439023521	Very good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was a very good read. I couldn't put it down till I read all the way through! I can see why other people rave about the book. I can't wait to read the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28SC4LJ56IJ2G?ASIN=0439023521	thought provoking read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Was hesitant to read it. Not a huge Harry Potter or Twilight fan, but my daughter-in-law and grandson encouraged me to read it. Couldn't put it down until I was finished.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YOOXDA6TORGK?ASIN=0439023521	A page turner!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was immediately caught up in this book and didn't want to put it down.  The author has a great way of hooking you.  I couldn't wait to read the other two in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R179EYXXYX9SOB?ASIN=0439023521	Best Book Ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book. it is my favorite book filled with suspense and thrill. its nice to see someone writing great novels for teens. I would recommend this book to everyone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8MQPQRBBSKKC?ASIN=0439023521	Surprised	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Only gave this book a chance because the movie looked like it would be interesting.  I never like to see a movie without reading the book first.  I'm SO glad I did.  WOW!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRHCRZOTF5I4G?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the best book in the world!!!!! When my friend started reading I thiught that she was crazy. I'm addicted to this series and I could not put it down for a second.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KM343NSZEYCQ?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins is a genius, plain and simple.  This is such an incredible book - the kind of book that spreads like wildfire from people saying ""You have to read this!""</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35JQYUFQWO319?ASIN=0439023521	Ultimate Summer Reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I haven't finished a young adult book since before I was a ""young adult."" I am extremely picky about the books I read, and wasn't able to get through Harry Potter or Twilight because the quality of the writing in those books is so poor. I have to say, the Hunger Games trilogy was far better than I expected - tense, suspenseful, intricately plotted, dark, twisted, and a he** of a good time. Though these books are categorized as young adult, they are absolutely appropriate for adult readers, too.<br/>I couldn't put these books down, especially the first and second in the series - true, they aren't great literature, but they kicked my summer reading off with a bang!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2F85PAGYSK1NO?ASIN=0439023521	Class Struggle	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger games will leave you hungering for more. Written about a time about class struggle and high power that controls everything within the districts. Collins is meticulous in how she describes in detail of what each character is thinking -amost as if she knows exactly what's on her readers' mind. She has a way of connecting readers with each of her characters. Collins writes her story through using Katniss' reasoning. This book has a love story theme but also what echoes throughout the book is the inequality of Panem's society and you can't help but to wonder if Collins is trying to draw a connection between the society of Panem and our Modern society.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BYJGKCTUK1A1?ASIN=0439023521	FANTASTIC	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The best book I've ever read, even if the idea of a ""hunger games"" is inhumane. The story line is great, I only wish that Katniss truly did love Peeta like he loved her.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZ9R4AXKPGFXV?ASIN=0439023521	Great book, great price.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't think this would be my type of book, but it hooked me! The plot is great! In depth and moving. And the price is awesome. Significantly cheaper than book stores.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38N6J9M825R29?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was quite interesting and a definite page turner. After finishing the first book I quickly purchased the second book, and then of course the third. It's a good read!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28X0RHIMS7B1N?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Not for the weak of heart. This book (and book series) is a combination of Twilight's love story meets WW3! It is a great book too for those with a creative imagination!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YHORMD4XFLU4?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger game	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A must read for all ages.  I'm a 63 yr old English teacher,and I couldnt put the books down. Well written. A real page turner. Thoroughly enjoyed.  Don't need the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMW6GK6GDEC1X?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">All three Hunger Games books were great!  Not a dull moment!  These are books I could read again and highly recommend to anyone who like adventure with a political twist</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27W37EH79JR33?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for more Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">In all honesty I started reading the book because of the movie coming out. I fell in love with the story and the on going friendship / romance between Peeta and Katniss.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UBAF1W9O28ZL?ASIN=0439023521	AmAzInG	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is simply amazing! It keeps you wanting more and more. Beware.... once you start it, you cant put it down!!! I cant wait to read the other books in the series!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3P03IV4FV8YMW?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not put the book down!  You have to read this.  I wouldn't say this is for young readers or the faint of heart.  This is unlike anything I have ever read before.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23MEFUF824BIU?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hands down one of the best books I've ever read, you will not be disappointed! Better than Harry Potter and Twlight combined! Loved the series, I didn't want it to end.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DCRY8K8KFGED?ASIN=0439023521	NEXT PAGE CLICKER	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Downloaded it to my Kindle and could not stop reading. Very well written, fast paced, intriguing, frightening,  innocent?. The imagination catches you and does not let you go. History has shown us real monsters as leaders of the world in different eras, who know what the future will bring. Frightening! I read all 3 books in the trilogy with gusto, unfortunately it had to end. Its one of those books you know you will miss when you finish it. Spoiler alert on the ending. Although after thinking about it the ending was need like it did I guess. However it did leave me wanting more, much more from Katniss, maybe that was the intention. Thank you Ms Collins.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTYMY47PLCYWO?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is a breath-taking, thriller that will keep you reading till you're done! Mystery and suspense will make sure you don't put the book down till it is completely over!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38Z5VYCLWC58O?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As always, my Kindle books downloaded almost instantly, so I was able to read The Hunger Games Trilogy one right after the other.  Also - I got a great deal on the set!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RL1LN6ZIX7M5U?ASIN=0439023521	This book is an excellent book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I started reading it just because everyone was reading it and wanted to know what it was about and got hooked on the moment I started reading it...<br/>I recommend it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16WONER5FALUS?ASIN=0439023521	Poetic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is an excellent book and an exciting series.  Be warned, however, that once you get to the games themselves, you will not be able to put the book down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R177HVIS6FKW8L?ASIN=0439023521	Absolutely thrilled with this book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I downloaded this book four days ago, and read it at every available moment. Quite simply this is the best book I've read in a while and I look forward to the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3W4AF5A5N9X1O?ASIN=0439023521	Could not put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i saw the movie and then read the book in one day. written very well and full of suspense.  once you finish, you will not be able to wait to start the next. team peeta!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTLMUCLY128H7?ASIN=0439023521	Great book easy read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well written fast read. The book kept me rivited while I follwed the story. I was quickly sucked into the story of Katniss and routed for her to win until the very end.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QWY2FJPCN7OV?ASIN=0439023521	Glued-in reader	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I havent been this obsessed with a book in years! Each page brought a new element of suspense and the occasional romance...I loved being inside Katniss Everdeen's head!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QXMG5Z56F4F2?ASIN=0439023521	AUDIOBOOK review only	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book itself was great, I would give it four stars but the audiobook was atrocious! Do yourself a favor and actually read the book, don't waste your money on the audiobook.  The narrator's voice does not work for this ""young"" character, I kept picturing a 40 year old as Katniss, not a (16?) year old.  Also annoying was that she pronounced ""Hazel"" as ""Hazelle"" which was just completely ridiculous and annoyed the crap out of me.<br/><br/>Unfortunately the same person narrates all the books in the trilogy so there isn't any hope it get's better in books 2 and 3. I'm just hoping they realize their mistake and remake them because this was just so bad.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2EE17WV5DLYQG?ASIN=0439023521	ANYONE WILL LOVE THIS BOOK!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I cannot describe how much I LOVE this book! I have read it over fifteen times and will never find a book that beats it. A must read! I have read hundreds of books, and never have a found one so captivating. It grabs you from the first page... ""When I wake up, the other side of my bed is cold."" While some say that this book is too violent, I think that while it is gruesome in some parts, it also shows that you can make a difference in the world if you stick your mind to it. Katniss, the main character, is my hero! She is a character that you immediately love. With all of her strength, its not that hard to imagine all of the difference she can make.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IZG7FEN4QKJC?ASIN=0439023521	Not terrible, but not great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Pretty good mindless entertainment. A quick read. Apparently I should read Battle Royal, as many others have suggested is where inspiration for Hunger Games came from.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36M9P6WJHYX2A?ASIN=0439023521	A cheap stinker.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Trite and artificial. Chewing gum fiction. Predictable, forced and banal, Comic book level in both concept and execution. Don't expect much unless you're in 5th grade.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PXFX47SQ388L?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Interesting. Gripping. Very good book.  Characters are well developed and situations are thoroughly described. I look forward to reading the other books in the series.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6JVNIGQGC9J9?ASIN=0439023521	Gripping tale	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It took me less then 2 weeks to read all three books of the Hunger Game saga. I just could not put it down. One of the better post apocalyptic future novels. Loved it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RX7BBDHEWPRFO?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good story line, Strong female character, a little strange when it comes to the sci-fi, but aspects were kind of neat, but loved the romantic or longing for love . . .</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2D1S077VVVCXE?ASIN=0439023521	One of Three Books Read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Haven't seen the movie, but reading the book makes me think it will be a good one; however, I've also read the next two books of the trilogy and wasn't that impressed.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JS2RHX2H9989?ASIN=0439023521	Brilliant	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Collins is amazingly keen!  She didn't disappoint me with unrealistic happy endings.  I couldn't put the book down!  I would recommend this book to anyone.  Thumbs up!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KVGRH547OIA3?ASIN=0439023521	Love, love, loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Got and kept my attention from beginning to end! Can't wait to finish all three books! I'm a hopeless romantic so I of course liked the suspense of the relationship/s.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OFPHUXSB59CR?ASIN=0439023521	HIGHLY entertaining!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this one kept me up...needing to read more to figure out the next move!! i loved it. Suzanne did a ggreat job and i cant wait to read the next installment mockingjay!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1P4BUQC1MOO6O?ASIN=0439023521	Forget young adult jargon, a great read for mid and older adults too....	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is an excellent read, as someone who is 39 I read the book since I told my 14 year old son he had to do summer reading. Well he chose the second book Catching Fire, because his class read The Hunger Games at school. Since I was a little curious of why he could not put the book down, I decided to order the Kindle version of the Hunger Games and the paper back of the other two. Lets just say I am hooked, could not put it down at night, or lunch. Now per my son and I discussion, we are waiting for the movie. I am not an avid reader of Twilight, or Harry Potter Series, but this triology is wonderful,  I love it. Kudos to the author.....!!!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1F99FYWPMEYLB?ASIN=0439023521	A Surprisingly Good Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wasn't going to read this series. I read the book summary and thought it was a brutal and ridiculous plot. I usually don't like sci-fi/fantasy, so I decided I would skip these. Then I was given a copy of this book and thought I may as well give it a try. I was hooked immediately. I enjoyed Collins' style of writing. It was familiar, detailed, and kept me yearning for more. I loved her word choices. But the plot was completely different than I expected. The ""arena"" the Hunger Games are played in is like being lost in the woods and trying to survive while being hunted. Yes, it was brutal at times, particularly the end, but it felt very authentic.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSBJSCRVF0SKE?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was drawn into the characters immediately with her superb writing ability. My only frustration was with the ending. I felt it was somewhat ""fuzzy"" and weak.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DQQWV5YDSHEP?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is the best book ever! I can't wait to get the hunger games: catching fire. There is so much action. Your money will be well spent,trust me!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6KZLFSRCI2DA?ASIN=0439023521	A surprisingly good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I made a mistake picking up the twilight saga and so have tried to stay clear of anything remotely close to a teen novel. This book, however, was a refreshing change.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7Q3XNZUDO7BX?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games: AWESOME	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was truly incredible. It was a story full of wonder, action, and love. I love this book! Amazing! I think that it has inspired more and more people to read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PH7T8RIXAM3?ASIN=0439023521	Please!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could barely keep reading past the description of a character who was so nervous that she was biting her fingernails ""like there was no tomorrow.""  Come on!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZBVTPYZ1MHY0?ASIN=0439023521	Thoroughly engaging	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellently written, grabs you from the first chapter and extremely difficult to put down. I bought it for a long haul flight and hardly had time to watch any movies.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SDV795D6APDB?ASIN=0439023521	Greatly Surprised!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was greatly surprised when I received my package &amp; got a First Edition of 'The Hunger Games' - The quality of the item was definitely new!!!! Great Experience!!!...</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8N6ER5M8Y79D?ASIN=0439023521	Loved	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was wary of reading this, but I am SO glad I did.  I couldn't wait to go buy the next 2 from the store so I ordered those on my Kindle.  The whole Trilogy is great.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QCZDAOP2OYS?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought this book for my daughter and started reading it as soon as she was done! I loved this book! I couldn't put it down! It was definitely a quick and easy read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMXSZ3W7CQMOD?ASIN=0439023521	May be a teen book but adults will enjoy as well!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was skeptical when this book was recommended to me because it was labeled teen.  Once I began to read it drew me in.  Writing is excellent and I am now on 3rd book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFNTZJLP4XKS4?ASIN=0439023521	Already looking forward to the next book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was an amazing well put together book and I'm looking forward to the next two in the series! When reading it's almost like you're in the arena with the tributes.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3R97RI56S18JA?ASIN=0439023521	Loved this!!!  A must read!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was awesome!  The only downside was I had nightmares while reading it. Well written and suspenseful, this is one of the best books I've read in a long time.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UGXJLXN1F73B?ASIN=0439023521	BEST BOOK EVER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I LOVE this book!!! i couldnt put it down. it was so worth reading. i cant wait for the movie to come out!!!!!!!!! read this book and u will fall in love with it!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CDLFZ87VUWAE?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I just finished reading the third and final book. This was a really amazing series and I couldn't stop reading until the book was finished. Seriously, read this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5QC3NSCP3F4E?ASIN=0439023521	Can`t Get Any Better	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Whoever said they didn`t like it is stupid. This book is a big hit. Harry Potter move over there is a new best in town. Suzanne Collins couldn`t have done any better!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GBW8STIBW5RU?ASIN=0439023521	THE HUNGER GAMES	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">THIS IS ONE OF MY FAVORITE BOOKS EVER! I READ IT IN 3 DAYS AND COULD'NT PUT IT DOWN!!!! I ABSOLUTLEY LOVED IT. IT CAME IN GREAT CONDITION AND GOT TO MY HOUSE QUICKLY.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25OQ59SGBKEDT?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm half way through the book after starting yesterday. Great telling of this girls story, from the emotions she feels to the way everything around her is described.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PV5Z26VG0KHQ?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of my favorite books ever! One of my favorite trilogies ever. It's just a must-read for anyone who loves sci-fi or ya or strong female leads or books in general.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37H5Q9UBJWUCU?ASIN=0439023521	loved!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book. Stayed up way too long, all night to be exact, reading until I fell asleep with my face in my book. Buy it. The series is so much better than the movies.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3D6B083COUWNL?ASIN=0439023521	Cool	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't want to read this book because the title sounded weird. But then my mom and tutor told me to read it so i gave it a try and it turned out to be really good!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VI1YKKWE6LPI?ASIN=0439023521	It was good, just not my cup of tea	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a good book all together, most people know that, its a pretty popular book. But it isn't one of my favorites and I don't think I will be finishing the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PKXU14SRZRRU?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is amazing! It is filled with adventure, suspense, action, romance, and fighting. It leaves off at a cliff hanger that makes me want to read the next book!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2X4D6SKSC9JN9?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book caught my by suprise! I heard of it awhile back when everyone was reading it. I eventually gave in, and couldnt put it down! Wonderful book for all ages :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UYBWRMVXVEZJ?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger Games for kindle	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was such an easy process. Download within seconds and the perfect copy of Hunger Games is synched with my kindle and iPad.  Thanks a bunch for the convenience!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33SW4AQJC3CWK?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">AMaZING i would never put this book down... but everything great comes to a end. It has so much action and its thrilling. You never know what will happen to the end.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22ZPYLBZB2SR0?ASIN=0439023521	Easy and interesting read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Book is a good read...easy to pick up and read a few chapters on the Galaxy S2 Kindle app in quiet moments of the day.  All 3 books are good but this one is the best</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1I0LJF64WKYUQ?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you have a kid who hates to read give him this book he wont  stop until its over. It is not violet do be so over protective about it u or ur child will love it :D</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KYG5MGOUCLRV?ASIN=0439023521	glad I read it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the most amazing book ever and it has a little something for everybody this is a book you'll be reading over and over again!!! I can't wait for the movie(s).</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OZAU0I6TVC2J?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent ... but not for very young children	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is an excellent book.  However like works such as Brave New World or even War Horse, it is not for very young children.  I recommend for mature teens and above.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNJQXNUKTNBCX?ASIN=0439023521	Wow	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not put this book down. I ignored some of my Masters work for a whole day to finish it off. I am already longing to get my hands on the second installment...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2EWXK8G23JOQW?ASIN=0439023521	I hope there are more books to follow....	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a quick read that kept my attention the entire time.  I read it in a weekend.  Entertaining, easy to read, and very engaging.  I hope there will be sequels.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IRUAY7K8KFYL?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Ssh ehwgdhdhshdhshshsjshs bdidbdidhd sudden shrubs shoved shoved shoved ended shrubs snubs disband shrubs snubs Gibson disband shrubs good book dhdhd... I'm lonely.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TM9N6Q29KEK?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed this book very much. I'm so happy they made it into a movie, though the book is much better, it's always much better. Can't wait to read catching fire!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYAHEEAWKKSK7?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games Review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Thoroughly enjoyed this book!! Kept my attention all the way through. Not crazy about the ending, but I understand how it was necessary in order to lead to sequels.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVSV6NZGWUPO0?ASIN=0439023521	Better than expected	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good story kept me interested. Couldn't put it down. Wanted to read what the character was going to encounter next chapter. Of the three books this one is the best.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37BW52XGARUXX?ASIN=0439023521	Perfect	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book has it all. The suspense, a little romance, thrill, and that one thing that keeps you reading all night. This book is pure perfection. By the way I'm nine</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKKMD3UF6NCS1?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed this book; it gave insight to the basic human condition, while allowing me to put my own interpretation and spin on the various characters and situations.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWD9VM9LUG5RV?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved this book, the world Suzanne creates is so well written I immersed myself completely and I really felt for the characters. I would recommend The Hunger Games.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R310R9KJ012UYH?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games triology	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Recommend you buy the whole triology pack rather than each book that costed more! At end of every book you want to know what happens in the next one..... Good read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HTZ62TQZYJDG?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book! Keeps the reader engaged till the end! I wouldn't recommend for children under 13. The 2nd book is even better but I feel the third book lacks a little.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VH40H7WDNNXJ?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this story - well-written, gripping and highly entertaining.  The author creates believable characters, complete with talents and flaws.  An excellent read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5SKOQDD4PI8N?ASIN=0439023521	Good, Quick Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was hesitant to buy this because it's marketed for adolescents.  Having passed that point in my life some time ago, I still found it interesting and entertaining.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1W59955FXANYH?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fast paced story that will grab you from the first chapter. I read this after the hype and really enjoyed it.  You'll want to grab the second in the series quickly.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFW7PQ88F42ED?ASIN=0439023521	WOW!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've read this book two times already..  I can say now that it is my favorite book of all time.  So well written, engaging, powerful characters, such a great story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37SC841JVKXLS?ASIN=0439023521	this is the best book ive ever read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was simply like nothing ive ever read before and I loved It. Its a must read for anyone and I can see why it the first of 100 most purchased booksvon the kindle.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3V9ORKCYJ78EO?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was curious about all the fuss regarding this triology.  Was not disappointed. I loved this triology and I am hoping that the movie will remain true to the books.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HP4KGKCADQ6D?ASIN=0439023521	Purely Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The second that I picked up this book I was not able to put it down. I loved every second of this book. It was slightly gory for my taste but I absolutely loved it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/REOAUPUJ87H0W?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent story!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I recommend this book to everyone who will listen. The writing and character development is superb!!! I have to say this has been my favorite book for a long time.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PEPBQDXA4XYN?ASIN=0439023521	simply flawless	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hungar Games grabs the readers attention from page one. From heart-felt moments to brutal fight scenes, this novel is a page turner, you cant put the book down!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4VJC9KTPFLYM?ASIN=0439023521	loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The best book I have read in a long time!It took me a few chapters to get into this book because I do not usually read this type of book. I am now officialy hooked.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R399OA59UJBW3T?ASIN=0439023521	Riveting, page turning!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As I watched the hype grow about this series, I have to be honest that I was quite skeptical of this story. Once I read the first chapter I was hooked and completed the first book in a day. During the reaping, much like ""The Lottery"" two people are pretty much sentenced to death. I read each page feeling real fear for Peeta and Katniss. Also, not wanting to spoil anything for anyone, but I am Team Peeta. Although, Katniss and Gale have had this thick friendship for quite some time, it couldn't replace the fight Peeta and Katniss have went through together. I would absolutely recommend this book series to my friends and even strangers.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVZWF1Y2BYBWI?ASIN=0439023521	I saw the movie before I read the book, so I pretty much knew what was coming.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good Read. I'm planning on reading the sequel soon. The movie followed the book pretty well. The book is a ""young adult"" read. I'm 56 and still enjoyed it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RQQ3I5D6IBE?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">You are not going to be able to put this book down and I definitely recommend reading this book before watching the movie because it helps you understand it better</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1I22ICOWGK6F0?ASIN=0439023521	amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was skeptical about this book at first but decided to give it a try... Once I opened it I could not put it down I had it completely read in just over 24 hours!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WVMW5VMG7QO6?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing. I loved it.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was amazing. I loved it. So many excellent reviews that there is nothing I can really add. I am not a YA fan but this book was a suspenseful exhilarating story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FGFR66SDGL3G?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great book worth reading. Even after Catching Fire and Mockingjay you want more books! The movie was good and I can't wait for Catching Fire to come out!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3N0844QDRQYVG?ASIN=0439023521	must read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">don't even bother with the movie because it is a let down compared to this book. the book is freaking awesome! I could barely put it down! so detailed. it's great!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30H3S7VMV094P?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm not the biggest reader and only started reading this as a bet, but after the first 100 pages, I'm glad I picked it up. Wish the movie followed the book more...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3G06VD5WSRP4N?ASIN=0439023521	Great Trilogy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was an excellent trilogy. I have read all three books twice and it is just as exciting the second time as it was the first. It is well written and insightful.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1K3J6FE7JF6PG?ASIN=0439023521	Good as audio, if only to hear...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Not brilliant writing but good as CD/audio if only to hear the two words ""Effie Trinket.""<br/>Love it. Dickens couldn't have come up with a better character name.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UBQZHBPJZM9E?ASIN=0439023521	Agree with KMR	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text""><a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Hunger-Games-Book-1/dp/0439023521"">The Hunger Games (Book 1)</a><br/>I agree  with KMR with every word she wrote.  I was very disappointed in the book.  I just couldn't get into it.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2U3ZET6BCYT9B?ASIN=0439023521	great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very entertaining and well written. I wish I had simply bought the trilogy right from the beginning...once I got started I just had to read all three of the books.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4I03JO1N3RXL?ASIN=0439023521	BEST BOOK!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of the best books I've ever read. Great plot and characters. The other books in the series are good too, but this one was hands down the best out of all three.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CRZZNU8ZCJ4W?ASIN=0439023521	Sensational reading!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">First book was sensational although felt the story lacked a little come the third book. Story tended to drag a little in the end. Couldn't put it down nonetheless.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QL62FK6T2S99?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent read, suspenseful and interesting!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very dark premise, but nicely executed.  Highly recommended, WAY better than the movie!  In the middle of book two right now and cannot wait to finish the trilogy!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROW660YCW8X42?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book!  I read this book in just a matter of days and the story line pulled me in from the first chapter.  I recommend this book and the entire series!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R389V9MI2BVWBD?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved this book, the characters, the storyline, everything!  I read through it quickly.  I was a little disappointed with the movie version but I still enjoyed it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RKB3C8VR63MJ?ASIN=0439023521	read this in two days	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">devoured this book. a phenomenal story, and brilliantly told. made me think as well as kept me turning the page. characters you care about and plenty of surprises.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2APUZEO5VGGNV?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow. This is probably the best book out there. Ms. Collins does a great job with this unbelievable tale of Katniss Everdeen. I would recommend this book to anyone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BWI8DS61XK3K?ASIN=0439023521	absolutely riviting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">the suspence of this magial book kept me on my feet the while i was reading it.  it was amazing but the part with the dogs that looked like tributes was disturbing</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3K3M4AME40LB5?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Trilogy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games are brutal, calculating and nightmarish at best - but intriguing and addicting and books that haunt you until you finish them.  Hard to put down!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31S1QZF6UCBJ4?ASIN=0439023521	epic battles	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">one of the best i`ve read.collins is a true mastermind. katniss is a truely intriguing protagonist (main character).i would recommend this book to all my friends</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10BK5Z3T7WVLA?ASIN=0439023521	This book is the best I've read all year!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is the best I've read all year!  I could not wait to get my hands on the second book!  I am so glad we have a date to look forward to for the third book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUHCPY3EUQ91D?ASIN=0439023521	I love this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this was the largest book I've read so far. I really enjoyed it and I am really excited about reading the next book. I believe I will do well on my AR test today.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7K0GA2EPTUWA?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Perhaps geared toward a younger audience target than me, but I really liked this.  Although the movie was good, I still think the tale was best told in book form.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CPDCIRVGOUBD?ASIN=0439023521	best book ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book! Way better than the Twilight book! It's more real and it can actually happen. It's more of a adventure and give you a lot of different emotions!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGAFR4ZDQ53XW?ASIN=0439023521	Great Sci Fi	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I watched the movie so well I streamed it twice...I am about halfway the book now and definitely will finish it soon....Great story both on film and in writing!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSYCA2BS5N910?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is an amazing book was hooked from the start. The entire series was just completely awesome. I would suggest this book to those who are fans of good reading.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6ECZ4Q9TTABA?ASIN=0439023521	Great story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a great story. It has everything that I wanted in a book, and I don't even read that much. Even if you don't read, you're going to love the hunger games.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RG5AE4QH4C9NZ?ASIN=0439023521	Wow!  Aswesome read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book.  I could not wait to read it and then to see the movie.  I also read the other 2 books in this series and thoroughly recommend them to everyone!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLSJQKSRR68HN?ASIN=0439023521	Great series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed this book immensely. It was a really engaging book that I just couldn't put down. More young adult books should tackle societal and governmental issues.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2J77APBMWSIZ4?ASIN=0439023521	I loved the hunger games!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I chose a five star rating because I really liked this book. I thought that it had a great plot/storyline. The main character's point of view was very insightful.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3U4MNQ8GPOBBZ?ASIN=0439023521	A Haunting Series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Enough has been written. I shall only add that it is not a bestseller simply because of the story. It has many levels. If you look clearly you will find a mirror.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MZYF1FK2W7FS?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I downloaded it to my IPad and I thoroughly enjoyed reading the ebook version! I can't imagine the movie doing this story justice...entertaining and easy to read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VCK9TH1N2ZZJ?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I just fell inlove with this book. I could not put it down. I ended up finishing the book in 2 weeks. That is how much I was into the book. I really recommend it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1500UWKWDKXHR?ASIN=0439023521	awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">best book ever!!!!i love it so much<br/>also the movie is GREAT<br/><br/>its kinda sad like kids killing other kids and stuff  buti think its such  good story!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SE3723EVMCL1?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games Book Review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This review is for the Hunger Games book.  I purchased this book for my daughter and she absolutely loves it.  I would definitely recommend this book to everyone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XBTPSBHLAYU4?ASIN=0439023521	oh. my. glob.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i luved this book! i barely able 2 put it down 4 2 seconds without grabbing it back up and reading bits. sure, my mom yelled at me, but it wuz totes worth it! ;^)</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35MBEQ8NROQ7R?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really loved this book and the whole series. The book grabs you from the beginning and keeps your wanting to keeping reading to found out what will happen next.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1G31SAS6Y5KS0?ASIN=0439023521	Purchasing the Hunger Games through Amazon. com	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I purchased the Hunger Games along with other titles for my Kindle. Amazon makes it so easy to maneuver the website and helps make my purchases fast and accurate!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPHXCAF0CEP2Z?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book kept my attention throughout.  I couldn't put it down because I had to know what was going to happen next.  It was brilliantly written and easy to read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ADABKWM9P1AP?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was awesome. It mixed action and a type of government we don't want later. It was a very adventurous story, and made it feel like you were in the story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4XKBNP65C2U4?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed this book! The idea of being able to purchase all three instantly over kindle for just over $15 is quite amazing.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1J0ACB1OLS55Y?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you like adventure, drama, and a little romance at the side, this is for you. Didn't want to put it down ( nor did I want to put down the two following books).</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RAIQL54CH9AOW?ASIN=0439023521	A Gem - Light and Fun Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A page turner for certain, this book is perfectly targeted toward tweens and teens looking for a light adventurous read. A little predictable but fun nonetheless.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JGND1HS966KW?ASIN=0439023521	Books	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a good series of books.  After reading the first I couldn't stop I had to keep going and read the other two in the trilogy.  Looking forward to the movie.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3US3FA0UBHDYI?ASIN=0439023521	Romance and Action All in One!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book! The constant action makes you never want to put the book down. The romance in this book is completely incredible! I highly recomend this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CEQAFSEPT0H8?ASIN=0439023521	Futuristic Feel Good Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I just got done reading this book and I must say I could not put it down. It is hard to find anything original nowadays with books, movies and what not, but it was refreshing to have something brand spanking new to sink my teeth into.<br/><br/>I think Katniss is a brave soul. She displays courage and loyalty in the face of danger. She is protective of all those she loves and this part of her character shines through several times in the book.<br/><br/>I encourage anyone who loves SciFi whether you are young, or just young at heart, to take a gander at a great book by a great author! I look forward to the next installment in this trilogy! '</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RG91BUUXHP0UQ?ASIN=0439023521	Unexpected	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book eluded me as I thought it was sci fi. it turned out to be something like I've never read before and kept me up at night until finishing. awesome story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1R0BO5COOAL05?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was recommended to me by my grandaughter. I agree that it was a spellbinding story that kept me glued to it.  I then got the other books and read them.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Y4Q4WZ4COF1N?ASIN=0439023521	I like it.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Again, a very well written book, but I find the story idea a little sickening. I can't imagine something like this. But I couldn't stop reading it until the end.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14D4A2PN9JR22?ASIN=0439023521	Entertained	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love books that keep you on the edge-of-your-seat. There has never been a dull moment. I am really looking forward to the next book of The Hunger Games series.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LDTPVRKPSLSE?ASIN=0439023521	AWESOME BOOK  CAN'T WAIT TO READ MORE OF THE SERIES !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!:)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i think it was a really good book, when ever i set down to read i get really exited because the whole book is so engaging<br/>hunger games +movie=:):):):):):):)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3D6A54SDABIWP?ASIN=0439023521	LOVE IT	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I will reread these books....I LOVE this whole series...truly amazing...I recommend this to ANYONE! Glad movies are coming out! Its so unpredictable I love it...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RZAZVO86C0JJ?ASIN=0439023521	book hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">received for use on my i pad. found the whole process to be easy and the book completely entertaining.i will definitely purchase more books this way from amazon.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DQYOQMU86LZA?ASIN=0439023521	Love It	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the book, loved the movie, and am now reading the second book of the series.  Great purchase!  I can't wait for them to come out with the next movie now!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHIQJ7VFPZI98?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games 1	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The first book is very well written, imaginative and a good story, hard to put down. Book two, good and by the third, it was getting long and a bit over the top.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R150HZGAD7MMS8?ASIN=0439023521	Interesting read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is not the type of book I would normally read but I found myself hurrying to get back to it. It's an easy read  and I'm  now on book three, love the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HSLII53PFVR6?ASIN=0439023521	awesome but i still want more...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">great book. it had me hungering for more however it  left me slightly unsatisfied.it was definitely worth reading and i still loved it. one of my favorite reads.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BDTWJOQ9M7YV?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games Rock!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put it down...I must read the next 2!  Katniss is a great teen role model; no wonder it's been so popular.  Can't wait for the movie later this month.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PMUFJ50JPQEP?ASIN=0439023521	GREAT Read!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is addicting from page one! I wanted to get it and have the trilogy done before the movies comes out. Definitely worth reading before seeing the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38WR2349I1ZMV?ASIN=0439023521	None	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">absolutely one of the best books I've ever read! This book hasyou engaged from the moment you open the cover to the endof the final book. It's a must read!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2190Y52W3LMTR?ASIN=0439023521	Will reread for many years to come!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Many others have written great reviews on here, so I am just here to add my stars and agree with those who thoroughly enjoyed it! I can't wait for the movie now!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVGVJYRWYPD6?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing, totally absorbing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What a fabulous adventure! My 10 year old and I couldn't wait for bedtime to listen to more of the story. My boy puts it at the top of the list of great stories!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14L6U26MGC5ID?ASIN=0439023521	Good Good Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I started reading this book and instantly knew that I would Love it.  The way she explains everything, it is like you can see it, like a movie.  And I love that.  The characters are wonderful and you get to really know them.  This was a very interesting topic she is writing the book about, very different, and I like that.<br/><br/>But I did see Battle Royale, a Japanese movie, and it is this book.  This movie came out in 2001, and it is very, very close to her book.  OR...her book is very close to the movie.<br/><br/>I doesn't matter to me, I read the book first, and I loved it, and I am looking forward to the movie of her book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2702Z46MV6E8C?ASIN=0439023521	Much better than I thought.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I noticed this book had been on the bestseller list for a while, and I decided to give it a try.  I didn't really expect to like it so much.  It is an amazing story.  It starts off very sad, with most of the town starving to death.  After reading this part, I assumed it would be a story of how Katniss saved the town and everyone lived happily ever after, but this book surprised me.  I thought it was excellent and engaging.<br/><br/>This book is marketed towards teenagers, and the more mature teenagers will love it.  I have a 9-year-old who is a very advanced reader.  I would not let her read this title because it is depressing.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GD3QX09OYJI4?ASIN=0439023521	Very good story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I haven't seen the movie's but they caught my attention and made me decide to read this book.  I really enjoyed it and am looking forward to reading the others.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRCAC3X2F019T?ASIN=0439023521	good reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Kept me interested until the very end.  I am on to the next one in the triology. I would recommend this book.<br/><br/>I wanted to read before I saw the movie</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2468QDIYVNYRQ?ASIN=0439023521	Obsession	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was a bit skeptical when I first started reading this book, but I quickly became obsessed with the whole trilogy. Great book and trilogy, highly recommend it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ARUITINE5AKJ?ASIN=0439023521	Good book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I ordered this book, I thought it would be a bit immature, geared toward teens.  But I really liked it! (Im 50) Well written!  I just ordered the 2nd book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R223GEFNPM40DG?ASIN=0439023521	5 Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">AMAZINGLY ADDICTIVE····· couldn't live without knowing that this book existed !!!!! I wish that I could meet the AMAZING author behind this AMAZING series !!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OBL8YJVNNU7H?ASIN=0439023521	loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it! Fast and easy read! I thoroughly enjoyed it . I read it on the kindle app on my phone and it was great. I also read the other two books in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VAMOSGNE4KCO?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book came quite quickly and came in excellent condition. I bought this for my friend for his birthday and he is a huge hunger games fan. He's gonna love it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R288YBXM5II96O?ASIN=0439023521	just saw the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">so excited to have this book on the kindle for my phone. i just saw the movie so i am really looking forward to finishing the book at this point. happy reading!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KJT2LEMEEXEP?ASIN=0439023521	Good for all ages	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well done action adventure written for younger women but enjoyable for all.  Tne first in the trilogy is an easy read.  You will want to get the next book soon.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20Y832MXTHDRP?ASIN=0439023521	Sat and read it in eight hours, could not put it down.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was not what I was expecting with all the movie hype. It was written well and really addicting. I am so glad I read it. I can't wait to read the other books.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IXXR8TMCE2KL?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This series was one of the best I have read in a long time. Recommending to everyone I know. Looking for more books by Suzanne Collins. Definitely a great read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1A1B02TMSVPU7?ASIN=0439023521	Worth every minute	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">very engaging and gripping.  it took a few pages to get going and once it did i couldn't put it down.  the entire series is wonderful and i highly recommend it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYE32QFGZIERP?ASIN=0439023521	Best read ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is an addictive page turner.  The details are so specific I can picture everything in my mind.  I highly recommend this book.  It is an amazing story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2N6VQ0RW6DCCL?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic Book!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow is all I can say. I couldn't put the book down! Susanne Collins did a great job at writing the book. I've already downloaded the second book in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R311MUID6V2KZM?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome novel	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is an exceptional novel with alot of twists and turns.  The plot can be somewhat disturbing at times.  It is not a novel for the weak at heart.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CHZ5QQ6ERUZJ?ASIN=0439023521	If you love a good book, you absolutely must read this trilogy!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book hooked me on the first page.  Then I absolutely could not put it down.  This is the first book that I have read in a long time that would keep me reading all night!!!  After I finished it, I absolutely HAD to purchase Books 2 and 3 for my Kindle.  The movie is coming out in theaters next week, and I feel that I MUST finish  this trilogy before seeing it.  The Hunger Games hooked me faster than The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo trilogy.  Although Katliss, the protagonist in The Hunger Games, is the complete opposite of Lisbeth Salander, she does portray the same courage, strength of character, and determination.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OV9TIGRME5UQ?ASIN=0439023521	best book I've ever read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely love the hunger games movie and I'm not much of a reader and I gave this book a try and I read this book in a matter of few days. It is amazing!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35BYVVB0RXEHX?ASIN=0439023521	Very emotional	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What a great imagination Suzanne Collins has, but at the same time you saw a future that isn't all that unrealistic.  It brought out very strong emotion in me.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WI6OXEYKWL3F?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is amazing! I think it gives us a lot to think about too! LOVE THIS BOOK! Before I finished the preview I had already purchased the trilogy of books!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXEC7B7RZRP01?ASIN=0439023521	amazing trilogy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">couldn't put it down once I began, the best trilogy I have read in a long time.  characters are developed amazingly and you are completely invested in them all</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9JHZJYNCSYAJ?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very entertaining - free-flowing.  Light reading.  Nothing serious.  It's a story that has multiple meanings and political overtone - but grabs your attention.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IFHVEUOOX8QN?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I never saw the movie and decided to read the book before it came out of DVD. Absolutely loved this book and could not put it down. Finished the book in a day.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HE7E0HR194Q?ASIN=0439023521	Simply unbelievable!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book in itself is imaginative and descriptively paints a picture of a grim world. There is action, romance, and imagery to amuse a reader for hours on end.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XUJ64CVP490L?ASIN=0439023521	Great book  Different	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Really enjoyed this.  Couldn't put it down.  It was refreshing and a totally different read than I'm used to.  Enjoyed it very much.  Recommended for all ages.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DGIECGWF9HM5?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great story and great setup of characters. Ended at just the right moment. Keeps you hooked until the very end, and into the next book. Definitely a must read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDABOU8EQQ8G9?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I VERY PERELY READ A BOOK AFTER I HAVE SEEN THE MOVIE. I THIS CASE I DID SO. THE MOVIE FOLLOWED THE BOOK TO THE T. THIS IS GOOD BECAUSE BOTH WERE GREAT.<br/>'</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JV36SMXHCCUP?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Already started reading the next book in the trilogy on my Kindle...such an engaging storyline revealing the outcome of all that is wrong for the human spirit.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29ST3Q436GMSP?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great series.  I honestly could not put the book down.  As a mother of 3, I don't think that I would recommend it for preteens, as it was a little too graphic.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCO0NI98P5IKJ?ASIN=0439023521	Loved It	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Completely addicting. Stayed up until 3:30am finishing it and immediately downloaded the next book (Catching Fire) on my Kindle and started reading that. Nice!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20OVCE5JEZS2W?ASIN=0439023521	Great Story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Easy access to get this book on my ipad3.<br/>Great story line and now I must read the other<br/>Two books to finish the triolgy.<br/><br/>Thanks,<br/>JLo</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LHW06TSD1FZU?ASIN=0439023521	Great Fiction	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read the book after the movie came out and wanted to see what all the fuss was about. I wasn't dissapointed could'nt put it down. Now I'm on the second book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21KNJIQGP9I1R?ASIN=0439023521	Why did I wait?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have been looking for a good book to read for a few weeks. Why did I wait so long to read The Hunger Games???  Excellent book, would recommend over and over.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ALTGIVSPVAX4?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Captivated from beginning to end. I loved this book! I fell in love with the characters and the plot was truly original. I would recommend this book to anyone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CHIOYHNW5T8M?ASIN=0439023521	THE BEST BOOK EVER	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't understand it first, but then I got the hang of it finally, and I couldn't stop reading! ITS DEFINTLEY A sususpenceful boom. And I love it so much!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKMO20GMC2V6G?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The story kept me engaged thoughout and I couldn't put this book down! Can't wait for the movie to come out. The trailers look good and darn close to the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R150ZJBXEBU7F7?ASIN=0439023521	wow	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this was a great story. I think it is a scary thought of what these characters had to go through. It makes you really think about what our world could come to.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PLWB6FP5U6UQ?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games was a truely amazing book, I couldnt put it down! As soon as I finished it, I picked up ""Mocking Jay"" and enjoyed it as well. Read it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26PCUPVPBTSWQ?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is amazing! I love the characters, the storyline and how I'm still contemplating over the moral questions it raises. Can't wait to read the next one!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21NAC15QJH9MU?ASIN=0439023521	Katniss is one of the BEST-EVER heroines	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Intensely compelling plot, admirable and brave heroine. This one will make you care.<br/><br/>May be a YA novel, but intense enough for any adult. Unforgettable.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2L011R78TOQ4?ASIN=0439023521	Most Entertaining Ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it ffrom the start. Collins is just so creative with how the world will be in the not so distant future. I didnt want to put it down ever. Get this book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RSLEGIEF2BI5?ASIN=0439023521	a geat book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">it really intreged me beacause i am only ten and it really pulled me inro it i just could not stop reading it i can not wait to read the second and third books</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JPOCLERP62DO?ASIN=0439023521	flippin' amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is as good as the Harry Potters.  Its almost as good as Brisingr.  you didn't want to put the book down.  The whole story was like a movie in my mind</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBNKJIS1UEJSI?ASIN=0439023521	Am I rating the Book or the Audio reading of it?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was my first audio book I have ever downloaded and listened to. The Hunger Games is not a type of book I would normally read but because of its popularity I figured it was a good experiment.<br/>I have to say I really liked the experience of being read to and thought this reader did great. But as to the book itself I find it utterly disturbing that this book of ""voluntary murder"" by children under the shallow guise of government ""obligation"" would be such a popular topic for children. I also find it additionally disturbing that in an age when American children are actually killing each other in schools and on the streets this book encouraging such in their already confused minds has received no uprising of disfavor by anyone; Church, State, or Child Protection Agency. Add to that my surprise in finding such a book of mental confusion supporting the violence of murder by children would have been written by a young woman and I am simply dumbfounded. ""Go Katniss!""</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AFQVF6CBBGTF?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really LOVED this book.  The way the author writes and describes everything is unique because unlike other books I don't seem to get tire with the describing since it's not boring nor force. It catch me from the start and I felt like I was seen a movie.  I couldn't put the book down.  I usually read romantic novels but I can say this is by far my favorite book. I saw that some people compare it to twilight but honestly I really don't see the resemblance and this book is way better!  I loved the story and most of all I love the way the author tells it.  I really recommend this to anyone looking for a great book!</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BECPY7XJVR0Y?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's a great book from several points :<br/>- it's price is affordable<br/>-the story is so unique I was amazad on it<br/><br/>I recommend it to everyone!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JCEL9NWTTTIP?ASIN=0439023521	A must read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is a great read. I would sit and read and before I realized it I had read 1/3 of the book. I'm currently on the second book and I can't put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GFSG3RBOYGES?ASIN=0439023521	catching fire	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's awesome!<br/>I LOVE HUNGER GAMES!!!!!!! Both the books and the movies.<br/>They are the best books and the two movies. Catching fire and the first one.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BUOL28Q42NLV?ASIN=0439023521	Fun and twisty	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It has a great plot. Brilliant story of love staying alive a dystopian community. If you loved this u have to read the divergent series. And the giver series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R151HSLFAUULBN?ASIN=0439023521	BEST. FREAKING. BOOK. EVER. TO. SEE. THE. FACE. OF. EARTH	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I LOOOOOOOVVVVVVVEEEEEEDDD it if you did not like this book you need to see a doctor it i just an amazing book i cannot beieve tht soeone could writ this well</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUKG04KG4K09L?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed the story but it has a few flaws that are hard to ignor. I bought the other two. The third book was written to complete the series but it's sub par.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2G8VJ668BMICW?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">got the book for my 7th grader. The 8th grade read this book last year and they love it and so does my 7th grader. It is a very easy book but very instersing.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SU4HELX4XFY5?ASIN=0439023521	GREAT BOOK	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">THIS BOOK WAS A GREAT READ I COULDN'T PUT IT DOWN AND WENT FROM THIS ONE TO THE NEXT 2 IN THE SAME WEEKEND AND READ THEM ALL.WELL WORTH THE MONEY TO DOWNLOAD.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RU7PXLUWC52ZS?ASIN=0439023521	Well written	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had heard from many sources that it was a good book. It is well written and flows very well. I am not easily impressed. I didn't find any holes in the plot.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9EPDKVW1Y0WF?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Yes, it's a quick and simple read, but that doesn't make it any less enjoyable. It's no great world changing piece of literature but it was a guilty pleasure.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IJC0K5I376OG?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent plot, not great writing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm not a great fan of Suzanne Collins's writing style, but the idea behind this trilogy is fantastic.  The books are exciting and a quick read.  Recommended!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ITNNUF6Z5AJJ?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Without a doubt this is a great book. You will not regret purchasing this book. It's a page turner from beginning to end. It's my favorite out of the trilogy.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2REIH4WF5LIRI?ASIN=0439023521	ABSOLUTELY CAPTIVATING!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not put this book down.  The second and third books in the trilogy followed right behind and I was left wanting the story to continue.  Amazing reads!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUDDBNXIA2MDZ?ASIN=0439023521	One voice droning...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Nothing could lift this one-note-drone of a book out of the pit that the author dug for it by relying solely on the very phony voice of Katniss. What a bore!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1X1W3BB2GFCGH?ASIN=0439023521	Magnificent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Book one only leaves me hungry for more... I want know more, what will happen to these two characters that I know care for so much? I only hope for the best.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MCJ6STLRYBWK?ASIN=0439023521	I Loved It	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">great start and finish----was very gripping---<br/>the best of the whole series.<br/>I should have stopped with it because the story got weaker and weaker.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R132OR16HKYYW6?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book! Very entertaining. Loved everything about it. Very descriptive. Easy to follow and to read.<br/>Got super excited that kept on reading the rest.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30SY1W8UJKJG8?ASIN=0439023521	Great book for teens and adults	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Outstanding book. Well written. Great plot with lots of action but also good character development. Really fast read and makes me want to start the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1R8A0QSJYWFUF?ASIN=0439023521	Nice to read and breathtaking storylines	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book because it is nice to read and I cannot even put it away from my hands. The story brought me into the world full of imagination and fantasy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21NAGXF6ZUKUV?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Brilliant.  I love it.  I was hooked from page one and every time I make the mistake of reading the first page again, I end up reading the whole thing again.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RY2OQGDZU7PVT?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Enjoyed the book emensely, so much better than the movie of course. Buying is was just too easy! Reading it on my smartphone anywhere and anytime was a hoot!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Y0VDG4NHS9DA?ASIN=0439023521	COMPARE TO CULTURAL REVOLUTION IN CHINA	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">WELL WRITTEN FOR FIFTH GRADERS TO ADULT.  ALL ABOUT WHAT MIGHT HAPPEN TO U.S. IN FUTURE WITH THE WRONG LEADERS AND THE FIGHT FOR SURVIVAL AND HUMAN KINDNESS.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DDPW0WCWHEOH?ASIN=0439023521	entertaining!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well my wife totally enjoyed this book specially since it was her first time reading it onan iPad :)  But I think the story itself was very engaging as well.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RV35V8XB58HU7?ASIN=0439023521	The type of story that one hates to see end--unless you lack imagination.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The story slowly pulls you in and then suddenly turns into a roller coaster ride. That being said, you'll hate it if you're impeded by a lack of imagination.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TJUW8PD6URP4?ASIN=0439023521	a good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">found the book to be a good read but not up to the hype.  others have said what an exciting read it was, did not find that.  the story line dragged in parts.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XOO2Y79VHW8Z?ASIN=0439023521	On The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is the epitome of a ""page-turner"". Intriguing,chilling,exciting,hopeful. It was hard for me to put the book down, wondering what would happen next.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMN5F72PDF7TE?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the Hunger Games I was hooked from the very first Paragraph. Details of the book were very good. I had to immediately read the second and then third.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTGGVNGUHKBFR?ASIN=0439023521	Can't stop reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">LOVED this book!!! I could not put it down and I know the second book will be just as good. My husband is half way done and he loves it just as much as I do.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33V3NPY4T07W4?ASIN=0439023521	One of the best books I have ever read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not stop reading. I would recommend this book to everyone.<br/>If you like Harry Potter or Lord of the Rings, this is the book you will absolutely love.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IKC8HVZLJODT?ASIN=0439023521	Let the games... begin	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">there are no words to describe this book.so just pick it up and read it NOW.Trust me...you wont be able to put it down.Don't worry, that happens to everyone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CDCJ84QUU2SK?ASIN=0439023521	Horrific...Consider Carefully Before Offering to Young People	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As a parent of three children I'm often shocked at what adults think is ""important"" literature for developing hearts and minds. The riveting nature of a novel is not alone what renders it of value. Sadly this book has become required reading for seventh graders in many schools. I am VERY much in favor of FREE SPEACH. I do not support censoring adult material. However, Hunger Games storyline is the most horrific presentation of a Fascist Government demonstrating its total control over its citizens by forcing randomly chosen children to murder oneanother in a yearly public ""games"". It is the most desolate, depressing and hopeless presentation (implying this may be our ""world to come"")of humanity. In one of our small town middle schools alone, the majority of children are from broken families, many on antidepressants, many who have suffered sexual abuse. Weapons are weilded against fellow students, both the principal and a teacher are arrested for child molesting. So many of our young people are already crushed, struggling with a reason to live at all, starving for some glimmer of hope. Why not require reading that can assist them in imagining and creating a better world, something to bring courage and hope in the face of adversity? Something that will uplift and feed beauty to their young souls?  I am grieved we have come to this place so obsessed with violence and destruction in every aspect of our culture that we no longer retain any remnant of sensitivty much less recognize our world spinning manically out of control. The Hunger Games is rivetting if you are fascinated and entertained by the cruellest acts imaginable.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSQ416QNR8ZLJ?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So descriptive I was unable to put this book down. It felt as though I was there sharing in their struggles and joys. I'm starting the next book right away!</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1862460Y2TD7J?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This series is a must read!!  Excellent books that are well written and you do not want to put them down. The movies are good but the books are even better.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/REWU8CNLUF6O1?ASIN=0439023521	great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins outdid herself on this series.  well written, clear, concise language, fast read.  I had to immediately get book two after reading book one!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VU4K6BXUPMED?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book so much, it's so well worded. I also like the way I could really relate to it me personally. It's a phenomenal book. Love you Susan Collins</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R136FFXHDIP5MT?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read it through in less than a day. I'm a huge Twilight fan, but this series seems to have a lot more action. Definitely looking forward to the next book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18558P9TWNNLG?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Since that it made me want to keep reading and reading. I would recommended it to someone who like action books,sprinkled with a dash of romance and comedy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RM5LX300XSE9C?ASIN=0439023521	the best book I've ever read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Totally five stars. Since I got this book I've been addicted to it! Kept me turning the page. All I can say is that this is by far , the best book ever read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2EMJ03Q879A6T?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wonderfully descriptive and entertaining. From District 12 to the Capitol to the Arena, I can see everything so clearly. Nice plot twist in the end as well.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SRE6JGVXYSM3?ASIN=0439023521	A real page turner!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well written! Suzanne Collins holds the audience's attention page after page. This book has it all: drama, action, vivid imagery, and even a little romance!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZJ487SGWD3IL?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It answered all the questions I had after watching the movie...book was WAY better and the movie was pretty good. Definitely read it even if u saw the movie</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BA98X9LV9W7Q?ASIN=0439023521	Words do not describe!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Incredible story, definite page-turner; love, adventure, ferocity...but still an easy read. Could not put it down!  Cannot wait to get into the next 2 books</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WXHKAXUOPZC0?ASIN=0439023521	Much Better Than Movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love the Hunger Games, but the book is much better than the movie. I was kind of mad that they swore in the movie and not the book(or I didn't notice it).</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RP2T870A8YRBI?ASIN=0439023521	Great story, excellent pacing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games, in my opinion is an excellent book. The characters are well written, it grips you from the beginning and you will not want to put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CF8NT5BMCR91?ASIN=0439023521	Good!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Interesting concept of a dystopian future. Good characters and writing. Fast paced - you don't get bored reading it - and just a quick, good series to read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RI3KZ5NDS49DI?ASIN=0439023521	Must read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games are thrilling.  I read all three books in three days.  I could not put them down.  If you enjoy a good plot then you must read these books.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2X6HIR08K6K7K?ASIN=0439023521	Non stop	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the fast paced action. The first person point of view was genius. By far the best if the trilogy. Highly recommended for anyone with an imagination.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BVKK4PFWB10Z?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't usually read this type of a book but I thoroughly enjoyed it. I couldn't put it down til it was done. I think it is very well written and good read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QN47HXU0N5FG?ASIN=0439023521	wonderful!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved the book just as much as the movie. Kept me on the edge through all three of these books. Highly recommend reading the books before seeing the movies.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JLYLDFCFO5J2?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Can't put down, slow start but then you're hooked! Totally unexpected events and couldn't wait to download Catching Fire to continue with Katniss and Peeta!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FSIHYOMKM8F4?ASIN=0439023521	Kept me up all night	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I finished this book within two days, I just couldn't put it down! Left me excited to get into the next books. Probably will re-read. 5 stars is not enough!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JF19Q4FLVXAH?ASIN=0439023521	amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put it down from beginning to end. All 3 books are just amazing! I think people of any age could enjoy and even learn from this thrilling series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R193FKV3IPRFP7?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games Trilogy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This series is awesome to teenagers. Way better than Twilight. Adults will have read concepts like this before.... Children of the dust for the new century!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3G23LYDX0DQHT?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read it after I saw all the hype for the film. Absolutely loved it, couldn't put it down. Doesn't feel like a young adult novel, it's mature and thoughtful.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12LEDS2T3B77W?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm not a big reader and this book kept my attention the ENTIRE time. I couldn't get enough. Great read. I highly suggest Catching Fire and Mockingjay also.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27R4N9Z02C37E?ASIN=0439023521	Love this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely loved this book - had no idea what it was about but was hooked after the first couple of chapters.  Am now working my way through the next one.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RN8TJ556TU6ZM?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was sooooo interesting, and lived up to all the expectations told to me. The shipping was fast and I can't wait to read the rest of the trilogy=-D</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OWSCQHRCZZUG?ASIN=0439023521	This book is simply amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is just pure genius. I was just so in love with book. The love triangle is not the main centre of the book like twilight. This is an amazing read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZM96N90VX7MN?ASIN=0439023521	I'm hooked!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I just loved this book. It is gripping right from the start, it balances the brutality of the world created with humorously flawed yet endearing characters.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IAL6BH2ARCWI?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was great! I couldn't put the book down! The other two books in the series are equally good.  I would love for more books to be written this way.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIK0J1VST4IRF?ASIN=0439023521	GIVE IT A CHANCE!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">when i saw this book i thought to my self oh no not one of those long boring books again. i picked it up and couldn`t put it down. way to go Suzanne Collins</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3Q8NW0IGDJEZU?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is amazing and emotional I love it so much I couldn't put it down I'm in shock and have to read the next one it keeps you want to read more! I LOVE IT!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIS8NSKXEHWE7?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It took me a while to read this series, but I'm so glad I did. This book is insanely compelling. I was so involved in the story that I forgot to eat lunch.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XIK9L6CZ80YE?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My favorite trilogy besides 50 Shades of Grey! Ive read all these books twice now! Ended how I hoped :) Movie is also my favorite, I watch it all the time!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2B1Q1RDY8PH3E?ASIN=0439023521	awesome from start to finish	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really liked the movie and had heard from several people that the book was a lot better, so I decided I would try it.  It was much better than the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PZO09K7PD04Z?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing !	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I haven't read a book straight through sense The Hobbit. I just couldn't put it down. I all ready have the 2nd book. This is an extraordinarily Great book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R393I69GIO6W2X?ASIN=0439023521	Brilliant trilogy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Bought because my brother read his 12 year old daughter's copies and he recommended it to me.  It is a great political thriller and keeps you wanting more.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3EIAN246U5E3L?ASIN=0439023521	WOW!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I chose the 5 star rating because this book just jumps out and catches your interest from the first page to the very last. Makes it impossible to put down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10VTFQGMY03MA?ASIN=0439023521	worth reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Although it gets a little bit boring sometimes (like in the muttants part), it is definitely worth reading! I could not stop reading it once I got started!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIFIKJ0PEE3XJ?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed reading this book. I watched the movie first but enjoyed the book more. The book has the luxury of providing a bit more detail. Very entertaining</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22EMLJH3URYKG?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the first book of a wonderful trilogy.  I highly recommend reading all three books. I don't read much science fiction, but this is a great trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24UYV4DQPMIFA?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">First half OK, second half sucked. SO much potential and she blew it. I hated the pretential love plot, it degraded the book into a mediocre teen material.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R216DNNSH6H0IQ?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I devoured the book in little time once i read the first book i simply HAD to buy the others and read them trust me if you read them you WILL NOT regret it</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QEC0YKJWFRA6?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The item came just as described... I couldn't put it down! I just wanted to keep reading. Haven't had that happen with a book since the final Harry Potter!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R84UTTII9NESZ?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome book and series. Kindle version was great and cheaper than the paperback. Bought this as a reread and have already purchased catching fire as well.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YWVQ0XA7O031?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very well written, but couldn't get past the 'child sacrifice as sport' premise of the whole book. Unlike others, I'm not going to read the next two books.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12P69V11WGGSS?ASIN=0439023521	loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book. I watched the movie first then decided there had to be more. So I read the book now I am hooked. I am currently reading the second book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R164ZDIDCZ0HE0?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was a very easy, enjoyable read.  The characters came alive, the environment the characters lived in  could be visualized.  It deserves the hype!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WPR8P6SDA7CC?ASIN=0439023521	Incredible Series!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is a remarkable book series.  The book contains fun for all ages, from teenagers to octogenarians.  I would recommend without reservation.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JPJWY3NKNFX5?ASIN=0439023521	an absolute MUST read!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have recommended this to everyone!  Best book I have read in a long time!!  You will not be dissapointed. Entire aeries gets better as it goes. Awesome!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12QX5VGES4HOJ?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put the book down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">All I have to say is wow! I haven't enjoyed a book this much in a long time. I enjoyed all the characters, the plot was exciting, and it was written well.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QRAIWIY9S5DA?ASIN=0439023521	Loooooved It!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm in my 40s and I loved this series! My parents both picked up the book hesitantly and were immediately addicted. Katniss is a role model for all of us.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSEEF6U8UVWUE?ASIN=0439023521	Mesmerizing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A great look into our possible future, yet reflects current political agendas. Can't wait to finish the series, Catching Fire is next on my list for sure!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZJDSY79KB1RC?ASIN=0439023521	good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger games:  prescient story.  Looking for a stronger lead character.  I think the guy back home would have been more innovative.  But not as sensitive.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HFADTXBXRBGI?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was fantastic, I could not put it down. I cannot wait for the sequel. I would recommend this book to anyone who loves action, love and suspense.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BY58N4URNTAY?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is amazing!  Really draws you in - I couldn't put it down.  Definitely my favorite trilogy.  Worth reading whether you've seen the movie or not.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AKEIQ9GCLX3B?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this is a teen, young adult tale, but as an adult i thoroughly enjoyed it from start to finish, &amp; am keen to get started on the next book.<br/>Brilliant.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3L2CFGH1SLVWZ?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games trilogy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The hunger game trilogy is the best I've read in years. It a love store in the future that has all kinds of twists and turns. I just wish their was more .</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RK31JMYN02XNK?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I found this book really amusing. I could not stop reading it .My son had watched the film and insisted I had to read the story and that I would enjoy it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27T0XZOZVG03?ASIN=0439023521	Reveiw	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is a life changer it tells you that when your struggling in life that your not the only one. It's very very good I recomend it to anyone I meet.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWSDFU7V6J6P0?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book to see what all of the hoopla was about and was really impressed. It was better than expected and I couldn't wait to read the second one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MAMWZRD3UU8U?ASIN=0439023521	BEST BOOK EVER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A really good friend of mine recommended this book to me. When I read it I was shocked. It was so good. Suzanne Collins is now one of my favorite authors.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R662WDYF9I4PI?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games books are amazing books. They are such a good read, for kids or adults, and I'm really looking forward to the movie coming out in March!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VG7A7EB1O0XC?ASIN=0439023521	great fast paced dystopian novel	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">great fast paced dystopian novel.  Violent, but not unbearably violent if you are squeamish.  More disturbing in the way violence is normalized than gory.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2S732AGJMJSNR?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is AMAZING!!! I give it a five star rating. Its about this girl being sent to fight for her life and then falling in love. I wont spoil anymore.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UKL2B1RCVB7N?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Bought this for kindle .. couldnt put it down...so i bought it in hard cover to share with others.. excellent book ..  also read the next : Catching Fire</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R256U561758N5G?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it! I normally do not read action adventure books let alone a series but a friend of mine suggested it. I took a chance because my friend always recommends the best books to read. Since its a trilogy I was a little worried that I was going to get bored very quickly BOY I WAS WRONG I read all three book in a matter of weeks.<br/><br/>I dont want to give any details away I would have to say Peeta is my favorite character I love that he is very genuine and kind hearted.  This book is amazing  I HIGHLY recommend this series you will be very satisfied! I cannot wait for the movie  to come out!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CPMAS03V8QWT?ASIN=0439023521	Total entertainment	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the endless entertainment of this book. It had me reading it as soon as I had the time to. I would definitely read this book time and time again.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26G1RS9W50JOW?ASIN=0439023521	Outstanding Series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed the flow of this series, it kept me spellbound, just read this book and watched the movie afterwards.  Would recommend these books to everyone.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MBGQSU4UN70M?ASIN=0439023521	What a great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It sucks you right in, wanting to know what happens next. Many times I could not put the book down, and can't wait to see what happens int the next book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25JK7TKMDJBJ7?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is my second time reading this book and it's just as good as the first time. Collins has done a great job. I liked that the book leaves you hanging.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QVXKM1TU2IHL?ASIN=0439023521	A good science fiction	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book gave me a perspective of a what-if scenario in the future. Some fearful, and crazy events that was a definite page turner. I really enjoyed it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CHR4LIES9KSI?ASIN=0439023521	I LOVE THIS SERIES!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am 33 years old and I'm already on my second time reading them! A very easy and VERY entertaining read for tweens, teens and adults! Highly recommend!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R127843FKF80P3?ASIN=0439023521	AWESOME	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">AMAZINGLY A A A A A A A A A M M M M M M M M M A A A A A A A A A A A Z Z Z Z Z Z Z Z Z Z Z Z I I I I I I I I I I I N N N N N N N N N N N N G G G G G G G G</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LS876LPZRXC0?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved every last detail in this  book. I recommend this book to everyone who likes action romance and adventure all rolled in to one.<br/><br/>M.p.h.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FTKFM7OP37GP?ASIN=0439023521	Really good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I watched the movie before reading the book but amazingly it was as good a read as I was expecting! I loved the book and can't wait to read the next one.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33QU4NV82ZK5W?ASIN=0439023521	well written	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Even after all the hype over the movie, I liked this book.  Easy readying.  Keeps your interest.  Plot takes unexpected turns.  I am now reading book #2.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GUJ6AKDM6LF?ASIN=0439023521	Great!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read it on my Kindle Fire and it was very easy to read. The book is very entertaining and explains much better what the movie left out. I recommend it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AJYFY3FTERVQ?ASIN=0439023521	Not Games for the Feint of Heart	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The story certainly keeps your attention.  The thought of children killing children turned me off, but the story is riveting and has a good moral ending.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R231OH17W4VA8J?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read Hunger Games and could not put it down. It was well worth the money on Kindle. I bought the  next two books to see how the story evolves and ends.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6FLP86LJJ2K4?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I downloaded this book to my Kindle.  So easy to find and purchase (I had an Amazon gift card).  Great book!<br/>I was also able to read it on my Droid.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6GBF39URF4WS?ASIN=0439023521	LOVE THIS BOOK	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">THIS BOOK WAS SO GREAT!!! YOU SHOULD BUY AND READ IT NOW. I AM NOW ON CATCHING FIRE AND I HAVE MOCKINGJAY WAITING. IT IS A LITTLE GORY BUT IT IS SO GOOD.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1A9KFN18UC4BN?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is simply amazing. Although i have not finished the book, i have not been able to set the book down. i would recomend thid book in a heart beat</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RO40TUNM1YWP6?ASIN=0439023521	Addicting!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This series is totally addicting!  I could not put down Hunger Games.  When I was finished reading this book, I was sad and wanting more.  Which I got...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PVQZDXCUA638?ASIN=0439023521	Great Triliogy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">beautifully written although i would have liked the last one to not feel so rushed it is a great read. They arent too long either i read all 3 in 4 days</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VP6523MK050Z?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had to purchase and hard copy of this book after reading the e-book. It was just too good to not add it to my bookshelf collection and I am glad I did.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZ0L1I11NSGLU?ASIN=0439023521	Unnerved...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had a hard time with beginning this book.  When I first started the book, I was so unnerved and upset by the content, that I almost put the book down.  However, the author was very creative in the way that she wrote it and she manages to draw me into the characters and emotionally invest me in their lives and before I knew it, I was done with the book and continuing onto the second one.  If someone had told me what the book was about, I would not have read it.  However, in hindsight, I enjoyed the book and I would read it again.  Great job and drawing me in , Suzanne...brilliantly done!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCELT90275OGM?ASIN=0439023521	I couldn't stop reading!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was recommended to me by my 13 year old son who is an avid reader. I only obliged because he read To Kill A Mockingbird on my suggestion. With an attitude of ""Ok, let me get through this kiddie book"", I made it through page one. By the time I got to around page 10 I was engrossed! I did not want to stop reading to cook or clean or do anything! I was told by my son that there is a movie version coming out. This saddens me because there is no way a movie will be able to capture the heart of this book. OAN, he loved To Kill a Mockingbird and I'm on book two of Hunger Games trilogy!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIB0GJ5S65LWE?ASIN=0439023521	Love	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This trilogy is amazing. I can't say anything that hasn't already been said. It's great for YA all the way through Adults. I need more books like this!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FICU2E7AZ7SR?ASIN=0439023521	Can't get enough!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love, love, love this book and the whole series for that matter.  I wish the author would create more from of Katniss, Peeta, and Gale as well as Panem!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3ENTQ8M7OODQ2?ASIN=0439023521	Intriguing read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The mind sees with keen eye when reading a good passage. A movie has quite a challenge to depict thoughts. Imagination and a good book are hard to beat.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2EPCSWLBMWOA1?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My 10 year old daughter read it.  I had little interest but wanted to know what she was reading.  Really enjoyed it and can't wait to read the next two!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11SKNW6ZHH0O4?ASIN=0439023521	Easy Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a great read and a good start to the trilogy.  If you are looking for an easy ready without having to put too much thought, this is a great book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RM06IOGI4XY9E?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Although this book is meant to young readers it was a great story. Very sad but also a good reminder to find the good things in life where y to you can.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BH4HE6Y609D3?ASIN=0439023521	Too short!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very good read. Recommend to anyone that likes a twist. But it was too short. It only took 2 days to read. Absolutely can't wait to read next two books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7MVU96MTN1H7?ASIN=0439023521	speechless	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved every bit. I laughed, smiled and cried! It wasn't just an adventure it was I tale of a girl who is on the verge of finding herself, her real self.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Z2W1HAWKR6X4?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is one of the best books I have ever read. This book has romance action and a whole lot more. It has everything that you are looking for in a book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30QJ14XOVLHMW?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I usually don't read books. I read this one after seeing the movie. I like it much better than the movie. It explains things not explained in the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34XS43JBC5EB8?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really think that this book is really action packed romantic and very suspenseful Collins perfected this 1st installation of the hunger games trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R294JCWF4NLTF5?ASIN=0439023521	Another 5 Star Review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book, plot, nice action. Didn't like Peta too much. The main character made it all worth it for me. Especially liked the intricacy of the ""games.""</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXY194UQMC9FD?ASIN=0439023521	HG2	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Have read all 3,  very very good, very exciting with surprises in every chapter. Totally unpredictable situations.  Would recommend to teens and adults.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDYKBEC82N8F3?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for More	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is one of the best books I've read in a long time. Suzanne Collins has created another great series like Harry Potter and Theodore Boone for teens.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYJVWX6FKST2P?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book.<br/>Once you start reading the book you never want to put it down till your finished. You fall in love with the characters instantly.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2U9GTMA9CADOZ?ASIN=0439023521	Fast Service Great Product	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The product arrived quickly at minimal cost. The novel is excellent. My students fight over it. I suspect I will now need to be the rest of the trilogy.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3P6M7MU30TE3O?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Book is wonderful from beginning to end.  I'm not really into futuristic books either and I loved it!I even read it twice before going to see the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIP0GY2I4JP2Q?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent book, it seems everyone is reading it and for good reason.  Very gripping, and I'm eager to see what the other two in the series have in store</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FB1HELRR0WSF?ASIN=0439023521	LOVE!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Absolutly LOVE this book.  It grabs you from the beginning!  I read through the 3 books in 2 weeks.  Looking forward to the movie depiction of the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYXUBUWZPUJYT?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book itself was awesome, the shipping was quick but the quality of the book wasn't the best...the pages were very thin and the binding not so great.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSO60AQVSKOC5?ASIN=0439023521	Best. Book. Ever.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I most definatly have a new favorite book.  With the right combonation of drama and action, you will not be able to put it down.  Two thumbs up!!!!!!!!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VFNUKAWKGINH?ASIN=0439023521	Gripping	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Riveting story. When I finished, I wanted book 2 immediately!<br/><br/>My daughter recommended it and I'm glad she did.<br/><br/>Glad these are available on Kindle.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R101HQ7DR6QILF?ASIN=0439023521	Add It To Your List	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is now one of my favorite books of all time.  I have read all three.  I realize it is a trilogy for young adults, but I found it thought provoking.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVXMU6VR76ATP?ASIN=0439023521	awesome book!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book is so good! i reccomend it to people from 12-18! the plot rocks and it shows how a girl shows the capitol she is more than a mere toy. awesome</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FE14XAIBQCAJ?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games: Most amazing book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is an amazing book filled with excitiment and adventure. The main character, Katniss Everdeen, has quite a story to tell. Suzanne has done a wonderful job explaining this from Katniss' perspective. I think that this book is perfect for ages 10 and up. Although it can be a bit gory,  I have just recently finished it and am starting the second book in the series (Catching Fire) at the age of ten!(going on eleven) Ayway, I think that this is a great book for readers who are into adventure, excitiment, and a bit of blood and romance. Hope that you enjoy!!!<br/>  ~ADELE21</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DNIYK31QAVOG?ASIN=0439023521	It was okay but hope that young people who read ...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was okay but hope that young people who read it don't get ideas about killing, etc.  We have enough of that on the stress without giving kids ideas.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3F87EB3S8TED6?ASIN=0439023521	fantastic!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">From start to finish The Hunger Games kept me on the edge of my seat! This book is well written and now I'm ready to read the other Hunger Games books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16M4RC44I6IHV?ASIN=0439023521	I am really glad that I read the book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book really gets into the characters.<br/>This series really shows how oppressive government can get.<br/>We need to always fight to resist that.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1EK4NJTEUIEG4?ASIN=0439023521	Different, but really good.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's hard to imagine such a world as it is in this book. It gives a sort of eerie feeling, but you can't stop reading. Can't wait to read the next two.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RC7UXT5VK3N1L?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Freed book download offered online if I tried kindle on iPad can't wait to read so I can purchase the rest of the book series. Since I loved the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21XIBIH9NVMV2?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent book<br/>Could not put it down. Finished it in two days. Something for everyone, adventure, romance, and a look at a different kind of life.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R301CTVVHQJE8E?ASIN=0439023521	I thought it was a great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read the trilogy straight on through.  It was a very entertaining read once I got used to the different ""world"" that things were occurring in</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2W7GS7YFDS18S?ASIN=0439023521	Read this book, and series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have this a high rating because it is a great book and fun read. I would recommend for 13 and up, little graphic at parts. Looking forward to book 2.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25V2CY5OCAAX4?ASIN=0439023521	Entertaining as heck!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed this a lot, and I'm a man, not a 14 year old girl.  Not particularly well-written, but the action is constant and the characters are likable.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21GKF10XQ9WTV?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book! It is a mix of love and tragedy. I sort of wish I could be a character in The Hunger Game. I am going to read it again in the summer.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VLSEKE4PJ1B4?ASIN=0439023521	I loved this book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wonderful writing style. I can see why they made it into a movie. I truly enjoyed reading this book, and I am looking forward to continuing the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVH0APBIKKC4Y?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book just draws you in!  Finished it in record time.  Both of my Granddaughters are reading the series and I am looking forward to comparing notes!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RO4I7G57SZQA7?ASIN=0439023521	Amazed	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Never saw the movie, absolutely loved this book.  The characters have such depth and the imagery so believe able.<br/>I can not wait to read the next.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17SXBURQZH36X?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wonderful book! I loved every page! The movie and the book were similar with just a few changes. I will definitely read the other books in this series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R192L5APR09YTA?ASIN=0439023521	good series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I started this after my neice raved about it and enjoyed it very much. I ended up getting the second and third books, but I think this is the best one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R395G239EME2HK?ASIN=0439023521	Page turner...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good book that kept pulling me along.  Wish the end could have wrapped things up a bit more, but it is the first in a series so that was not an option.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2AP4ZFPQBRWT5?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome book. Couldn't put it down. A great read. I recommend to everyone. Would appeal to different age groups. Excitement, suspense, shock and drama.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31S2FMVB7UVVY?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a terrific book. The movie is billed a s a'teen' movie. Not true at all. A great story that moves well, I could not put it down once I started.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TMW2AVQF9Z8Y?ASIN=0439023521	1st one is good; skip the rest	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really did enjoy this tale; however it is  not for the  young reader as  it  has to much violence and books two and three  are lacking in orginallity</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36TAAUW1LM6SW?ASIN=0439023521	HUNGER GAME FEVER!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger games series are surely three of the best books i had even read. The story is very addictive and exciting yet inspirational as well. Wundarbar!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2H2OM0OFG29JW?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games Kindle Version	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book!  Easy to get right in to the story and get hooked for the rest of the ride!  Fantastic!  I'm reading the second in this trilogy now.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZGR6BWI54D3W?ASIN=0439023521	amazing read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I flew through the whole series in three days and was so sad when I was done. All of my friends- 30 sonethings- are crazy about the Hunger Game Series!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CQN7HFVC49F1?ASIN=0439023521	A must read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is a modern day Classic piece of literature.  I can see this book being a must read for generations to come.  A must read by everyone!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26CSBR29DWKRS?ASIN=0439023521	I'll read book 2	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Pros<br/> - Great cliff hangers at each chapter ending kept me from putting it down.<br/> - IT's a decent quick read &amp; I'll read book 2.<br/> - I love post-apocalyptic fiction.<br/><br/>Cons<br/> - Too girly for my taste.  There's no place for fashion and shimmering dresses in a life and death struggle for survival.<br/> - I felt a serious disconnect half the time.  At times, the emotions of the characters and the actions of The Capitol were too illogical; I almost put it down.<br/> - The explanation the author gives for the purpose of the games was not sufficient to support the brutal cruelty.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1H05MYN46UN9D?ASIN=0439023521	Omg baby you have GOT to read this.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I would recommend this book to anyone who likes  romance and action. WHY ARE YOU STILL LOOKING AT THE COMMENTS?! JUST READ THE DARN BOOK ALREADY!!!!!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14LG284W7X995?ASIN=0439023521	Great games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book<br/>I thought that Katness was a great female character she's very feisty and strong and she's a great role model for teenage girls</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JPZHV4ZQ46Z3?ASIN=0439023521	really good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">its exciting and thrilling. suggest for middle school students and high elementary students. it's a very good book. it wants you to read the next book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Y2V2R9GE4IV8?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent read! Fills in many details from the movie. Will definitely be reading  the next two books.  And anxious for the third movie to be released.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SIV8GRXL6YFS?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book. Better than the movie!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Worth reading before or even after seeing the movie. Its nice to read once in a while and feel the characters and what they are thinking.  Great read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CVAF8E6G1M4L?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read the whole series in a matter of three weeks. The third book was slower than the first two but it took an interesting turn and held my intrigue.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CPPK7QJKOBPR?ASIN=0439023521	Reaction	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Simply breathtaking. I couldn't put this book down until the very last word. I will be beginning the second book of the series in a matter of moments.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39BUZG3Z782UI?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked it enough to order the next two books.  but i dont like writing these reviews so this may be my last review because you required to many words</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LOHP373DBSYO?ASIN=0439023521	Love this book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was the best book I have ever read! I don't have a favorite part because the whole book was awesome! YOU SHOULD READ THE HUNGER GAMES NOW!!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YW596DVSWSFR?ASIN=0439023521	Glad I read it!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Been wanting to read this for sometime...ready to start the next one.  I am sure it will be good also!  Thanks to all for the new kindle for Christmas</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JOI8IWAHP5AL?ASIN=0439023521	great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book counld not put the book down just finished reading the second book cant wait to read the third book. Would recommend Hunger games to anyone</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R50VK255IMR87?ASIN=0439023521	a book worth reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i couldnt stop reading this book that is how good it was. i literally read the book in 1 day. spoiler alert  it was sad when rue was speared by marvel</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SMGPFL1Z573Y?ASIN=0439023521	Can't get enough!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book! I can't get enough of it! I recently finished the series. Collins is very imaginitive! I recommend this to anyone who loves to read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SL1HKON3CYBA?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great Series to read! I would recommend it to everyone of all ages. I am looking forward to seeing the movie to see if it compares to the book series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RN6Z3MCZYUBSF?ASIN=0439023521	Brilliant	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger games is one of those i cant put it down books!a sorry kids almost done will cook dinner soon book! it was brilliant and recomend it to anyone!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRGU9CLGUFTT7?ASIN=0439023521	Good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Brought the book as a present and reader loved it (15 year old girl). Read the whole book in a few days as she said it was a book she couldnt put down</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1M3P4ZQYGRW3L?ASIN=0439023521	Review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a really great book, it had a combination of everything, action, romance, and suspense. The story was well developed and had an excellent plot.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FNDBER0U7RPE?ASIN=0439023521	Bums on seats	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Not a bad book. It is very bums on seats. Don't get me wrong, if you fancy a read, it is a perfectly readable book. It is not, however, a masterpeice.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34VT08SVJHPRK?ASIN=0439023521	A great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book.  It was an easy, quick read. I didn't want to put down. I'm looking forward to reading the next in the series.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DAO7QPYA29BH?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really liked the book; especially since the heroine only had to kill one person. The love connection needs some work but I digress.  Buy the book!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BPRY1S499IQ2?ASIN=0439023521	GREAT BOOK!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Finished in a day. My first time reading a book of this genre and I have to admit it was worth the buy. I even purchased Catching Fire and MockingJay.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33ZAOSOLL91D2?ASIN=0439023521	best price!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I ordered the hunger games from Amazon because it was so much cheaper than in the stores AND with amazon prime, I got free shipping! Cannot beat that!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RM9SZ2B90Q9BG?ASIN=0439023521	Fabulous read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What an amazing quick read. I could not put it down  for to long. It took me three days to finish. I recommend this book to all my friends and family.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OCZXP8MVFOK5?ASIN=0439023521	A must read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this entire book in three sittings...it was hard to put down.  You might as well buy the series, if you read one, you'll want to read them all.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPEM27OBD9E24?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Its awsome.Katniss is someone a lot of people like.Gale is such a friend and omg I love peeta i always feel bad for him.Everyone should read the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38MSUYGTVKKA6?ASIN=0439023521	great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">what a great book.  Not only it was an easy read but I could not put the book down.  I read it in 2 days, and now I can not wait to read the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37KOWZOJI54OB?ASIN=0439023521	OMHG	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Absolutely love this book along with the others! Even made my husband read a little bit of it and he got into it and ended up reading the whole thing!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R210787YP4NWUD?ASIN=0439023521	AWESOME	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">brand new - just how it was explained! quick and easy shipping, no problems or complaints here! will buy from you again! took me one night to read it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDFW8WVHYT1T9?ASIN=0439023521	CASUAL READER	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">EXCELLENT BOOK AND VERY WELL WRITTEN. DRAWS YOU IN FROM THE BEGINNING AND KEEPS YOU UNTIL THE END. HIGHLY RECOMMEND FOR ADULTS AND ADOLESCENTS ALIKE.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SS32SD0MY2OR?ASIN=0439023521	amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">it was like my hands were duct taped to this book i absoluteluty could not put it down. i was up til midnight every night for three nights reading it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1D1JCZQ5QJ5GX?ASIN=0439023521	Fun, Easy read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger Games is a fun easy read, definitely a page turner.  I am interested to see how the characters will evolve in the next segment of the trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2V947JLC0CQSX?ASIN=0439023521	BEST BOOK EVER!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The start of this book is alittle slow ad boring, once i got past page 20 or so I couldnt stop reading! By far the best book I've read in a long time!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2X52JJDZPSL0G?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games Series is AMAZING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love the Hunger Games and Catching Fire. They are so well written and you can't put the book down once you pick it up. Suzanne Collins is a genius!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VFNX92CE0ZPK?ASIN=0439023521	hungry for more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put this down and raced through it. It has political overtones but is about survival in a strange world of reality gone amuck. A must read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZWSEQMMSOBGU?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games is the best novel series of our generation	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I won a Best Fiction of the Year award for my novel, which was described as one of the most remarkable novels of our generation by a Pulitzer nominated author-reviewer, and I'm here to say that I'm in awe of the depth and meaning conveyed in the Hunger Games trilogy. This series is profound and timely, a cautionary tale that should be read by every young and old person in the world. It will keep you turning pages deep into the night, hungry to read more the next day. Spellbinding. This author is a national treasure. Her books should be required reading in schools worldwide.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XYJXSE56JRPO?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderfully engaging storytelling!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was browsing for some reading from my kindle and downloaded Hunger Games. Four days later I had finished all three books in the series.  Obviously, I had a hard time putting them down.  Suzanne Collins does an excellent job of creating characters you want to care about and keepng the story line moving along.  The end of the third book feels a little forced, but overall the three books will not disappoint.<br/><br/>The books were written for a junior high/highchool audience so the violent scenes aren't overly gory.  Hoever, both adults and younger audiences will enjoy these.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2L13GE6O3VKLO?ASIN=0439023521	Involving story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is a great book. Excellent story, involving characters and narrative. I could not let go of it until I was finished reading it. I loved this book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQMZRC79YUUW6?ASIN=0439023521	One of the best books	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing simply amazing even better than the movie I loved every bit of it and at the end of each chapter Susan Collins had me on the edge of my seat!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VMCR937YP5NV?ASIN=0439023521	a good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">lots of action not enough romance a person that likes thrillers<br/> action adventure books and fiction books about groups with lots of epic moments</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17UEBHDSWQ1C2?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book is awesome!! The detail is amazing! I can picture each scene.Collins uses sophictacated,long,helpful words. I also recomend the 2 and 3 book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7DEC7LCM20GM?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Book starts out slow but really gets your attention more than halfway through......the action kept my eyes glued to the book for the last 10 chapters</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DGTURH2HDEKR?ASIN=0439023521	The best of the best that there's ever been!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Never could put t<br/>he book down. Best book I've ever read. Now I get to watch the movie. (Mom wouldn't let me watch it until I read the book.) :D</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RP83VLM23JFC?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The only thing I knew about the book was the movie.  This was a great read, well-written ... I look forward to reading more books by Suzanne Collins.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20F3CO62BI6U?ASIN=0439023521	Not what I expected	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I did not see the movie before reading this, so I was surprised by how quickly I got into the story. Can't wait to see what happens in the next book!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HSSELBSEU777?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for more...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I felt like I was there with Katnip every moment, feeling her pain and anguish as well as her joy.<br/><br/>Well written and difficult to put down!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1402Z6DXW02PX?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very good read, if you liked the movie, the book is 20 times better. Hardcover for the win. Just go ahead and buy the box set. All 3 books are great.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22DY0CZK6SP62?ASIN=0439023521	Truly amazing!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't think you can find better chapter endings than the ones in this trilogy.  It is very easy to read these books and they are truly captivating.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKYLEYTHJLWUD?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book have to read all three in series!Good plot keeps you turning the pages to see whats next! read catching fire and mockingjay all good books</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RU17RY7WHJEAK?ASIN=0439023521	Looking for more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love the huger games books. Keeps your attention going and leaves you wanting more. The only disappointment is that this series stops at three books.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1F1SETR8BJM31?ASIN=0439023521	Kindle version on iPad2	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellant story line well written, could hardly put it down.  Purchased the second book before finishing the first one, I was caught up in the story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CKBIOTC40P3U?ASIN=0439023521	Good Reading for all Ages	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great trilogy. It draws you into their world of hunger and poverty. I think of it as more of a love story. It is a good story for all ages.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ES975JVB9N7I?ASIN=0439023521	very good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Interesting book, easy to read but hard to let go.<br/>For my personal taste i would do without the fashion details. otherwise great dystopian story</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39CGCUSRLWXP9?ASIN=0439023521	Fast	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book arrived in to days, reading it was fast and fun. the author is very easy to follow the book is interesting and you don't want to put it down</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TUED5DJ2I6UC?ASIN=0439023521	awesome book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could read this book over and over again! If you are an adult don't be turned off by the young adult description, it is great for ""grown ups"", too!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15E418AWZH4JB?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't put the book down.  I was so intriging, and well written<a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Hunger-Games/dp/B002MQYOFW"">The Hunger Games</a>I purchased this Kindle Book from www.Amazon.com</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RI1F6SS8JTVQF?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">An engaging read, The Hunger Games keeps you connected to the story making it very hard to put the book down.  Highly recommend it as a weekend read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KRJQM3OSCR0N?ASIN=0439023521	I really enjoyed it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought it was great, couldn't put it down, I recomend it to take on holiday, or read at any time, I really enjoyed all three books in the trilogy.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RZHMDUSKB36B?ASIN=0439023521	great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Book was much better than the movie.  Looks like the beginning to a good trilogy.  I hope that the love triangle doesn't copy other series out there.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RN76IJ4K7795J?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When you're first reading you are not quite sure, but after the 1st few chapters you're hooked! I would recommend to anyone who loves a good book(s).</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NYZRBZDMGBOA?ASIN=0439023521	not just for teens	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love, love, loved it! Action packed. A good kick butt girl book. Very well written. Couldn't put it down. Kept me wanting to know what happened next.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3259V6TQRJZ6K?ASIN=0439023521	Grandkids	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">the book series cannot be read and loaned fast enough for grandkids to read it before the movie comes out so I had to put another set in circulation.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2E4R880O1IMO0?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book took me a while to get really into it but once I did I could not put it down. The whole series is great and I would recommend it to anyone!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31BV06GG9XKY9?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing Serie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was an wonderfull surprise. I startet reading thinking it would be just another YA romance book but honestly I just couldn't put it down!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RDZG6F5SP1AN?ASIN=0439023521	Love the Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I just got finished reading the first book and I must say I am sorry I waited so long !! It was great and now I can't wait to start the second book!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BFJ1OPOHMSPD?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great, thought provoking read for all ages.  Easily recommended.  Read it before you check out the upcoming film, there's likely to be alterations.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33UETXIH7TYT3?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A unique book and wonderful read. It was pretty dark but I couldn't put it down.  I save five stars for only the best but considered it for this one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TSIH1SJBPJV0?ASIN=0439023521	One of my all time favorites.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a quick and easy read but full of emotions of all types. I could not get enough and could not get to the second and third books fast enough.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13IUFPTNMN883?ASIN=0439023521	Genius	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What more can I say? Suzanne Collins is a freaking genius. Love Katniss. Love Peeta. Love Haymith. Love Cinna. Love them all. Best series out there.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ENYFD9QQ6WMI?ASIN=0439023521	bobby	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this was an amazing book. it was soooooo good that sometimes i would stay up all night reading it. i wouldnt and couldnt put this fantastic bok down.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22QHE8WKFXQEH?ASIN=0439023521	Stunning	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I did this backward to what I usually do, I watched the movie first then I just knew I had to read the book, can't wait have to start the next book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GEOHQYU0GIUF?ASIN=0439023521	Fighting hunger as you read the book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't stop reading the book to hardly eat! the book is better than people give it credit for, can't wait until until I finish the whole series!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31WS3TIB661I?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's really great and you have to read the whole series. I think this book is probably the best of the series otherwise catching fire is the second.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R233GVISXKFVQR?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I gave this a five star because it had me hooked very early on. This is well written and doesn't leave wondering what the author is trying to relate</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UW3JIOCVWP0M?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Thought provoking!  This book is high paced yet written so well that it really  makes u think<br/>If u have not read this I definitely recommend it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4ZXZR0HT3VED?ASIN=0439023521	Bought this for my daughter	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Everyone seems to love this book and the series including my daughter.  We bought it for a school assignment.  I have not read it yet.  No probelms.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1O9RJENJTM8EH?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was afrid to read the book because of the violence but it was done to where you knew what had to be done I am getting ready to get the second book</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22CB7BXZ0ESC6?ASIN=0439023521	loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it.  Much more info than the movie. I'm excited about reading the second book.  The movie should be good too with more background informatiom.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11RK5JSGXMEFV?ASIN=0439023521	Had me from the start	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very interesting characters and story. It was picked for our book club and I was surprised how much I enjoyed it. I can't wait to read the 2nd book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZ0NQVKNDLI8O?ASIN=0439023521	Love it :)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love love love this book . The entire series is a great read . So engrossing and a consuming read . A definite recommendation to all book lovers .</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R244QVTT29L8HX?ASIN=0439023521	First book in a series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Panem is just a country after a Nuclear War.  Katniss goes to the hunger games, 24 go in, one comes out.  Does she survive, and what does she start?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVVVU631DOE0D?ASIN=0439023521	Hard to put down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I would just like to add, if you haven't read this book, you're missing a lot. This is not some Twilight love story. This is a hundred times better.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YKC7ZT9SSMWL?ASIN=0439023521	Thrilling	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is such a good book I couldn't put it down and I am going to reading the entire series,also one of the first books I want to read again and again</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34SBAC6N59H9A?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was so intense that I wasn't able to put it down! It was definitely worth the money and I can't wait to get the other books in the series!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1W53WXTD0O1MC?ASIN=0439023521	Darn good writing.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Captivating, exciting, imaginative and sweet. These are the adjectives which come to mind. I haven't finished it yet, but dying to know the outcome.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10I75BWL9AGIN?ASIN=0439023521	Great book but it drugg on at times	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is an excellent book, but I would like to see a new hunger games book. With the same Hunger games but from another tributes point of view.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14MKMI5PQEZLZ?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Ok we're not talking fine literature here but I loved it.  Any book that draws me in and makes me lose myself is great. I fell in love with Katniss.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JDQID1Z7J4A2?ASIN=0439023521	Hmmmmm	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was fantastic. Hands down one of the most unique books I have ever read. Almost like a mixture between Twilight and the Lord of the Flies.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JYQ20OU3TB?ASIN=0439023521	Original. Heart breaking. Fantastic.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Not much else to say, except READ IT. I have been pushing this series on everyone for the last two years. Hunger Games has something for every one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BNCHRJFDPGDO?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">BEST. BOOK. EVER. Get it now before the movie comes out and everyone is bandwagon.  You can genuinely say you read it and knew about it pre-movie.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RE6AQ3YQ7NBTF?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book for teens and adults. Similar to the Ender series by Orson Scott Card i.e. the psychology of the characters is as important as the action</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNAVN3RBAO2CB?ASIN=0439023521	Addicting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I just could not put this book down. I carried my kindle literally everywhere! It brings every type of emotion you can think of throughout the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IYLT3S71XBYK?ASIN=0439023521	Absolutely Riveted	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was absolutley riveted to the book &amp; the main character Katniss. Full of suspense, love, desperation, sadness, &amp; hope, it was a pleasure to read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4UZ0AD70O4YY?ASIN=0439023521	Full of Surprises	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is quite a book. There are things I don't care for about it - the present tense, for example - but that doesn't matter much. Collins knows how to connect with readers. She does so quickly, pulls you right in, makes you care, and then starts upping the stakes chapter by chapter. Really well done.<br/><br/>I'm skeptical of people that claim to have found it predictable. Bit of hindsight that is, I imagine. A big part of what I liked about the book was that it was full of surprises. I never knew just what was going to happen, and that not knowing kept me turning the pages.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2P70X56LNI1BH?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">love</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3E857IAAGZJJ0?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6SVU5ICPQ2UT?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">good</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YR4IIWRDCNVY?ASIN=0439023521	Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RL7SUS3GDR48H?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">LIKE</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2A5T91TYPFNGN?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22RUXQJJ7JDJ0?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">good</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ERTC44ANG2M8?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">good</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R388XMAHPKASNX?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">nice</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1N1GMU71YQCY4?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">love</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7DW44EUWP39X?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6NUFS93D6PA8?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Nice</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AAVEWWEXY03P?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">None</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27DSFXX08HPE4?ASIN=0439023521	Three Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Gift</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFAX9V56JQ70H?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">GIFT</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZG3112LA5C7?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">good</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VUQXIG753289?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HLLPOH2IFL3H?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RV47O594G1RT7?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1D9SX0RIXLZQR?ASIN=0439023521	Three Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R121XT9FD2V5UT?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQ5EBU0K4HL0Z?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">good</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUVA7HFRVFLDX?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">cute</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3H0L4H1E6DCB0?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">best</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R319F7S9QGATLN?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RAM8FVG4O3U1O?ASIN=0439023521	good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">good</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VYGUEIOZXA19?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">AA++</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3G5XEI3N2GRDH?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NHROSZ4LBGTA?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Nice</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNNNK35A8PGYW?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">good</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1P54PY2IJIDK8?ASIN=0439023521	Great series.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great series.  Way better than the movie.  You will totally get lost in this book.  If you start it make sure you are ready to read all night long.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9HSUJDHEEQRL?ASIN=0439023521	Good read for kids 9+ or adults	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great storytelling! You really come to love the main characters and can't wait to read what happens next. Buy it now even if you've seen the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBN68UYLN6GG4?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is so hard to put down! I can hardly wait to read the next book! Even though I had already seen the movie, I knew I had to read the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TY3HRBPEWHT5?ASIN=0439023521	The movie didn't do any justice to the book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">the book is awesome!  the author must be throwing up blood when she saw how much was cut in the movie. Will go and read the rest of the series too.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3I7X30NN138IE?ASIN=0439023521	loveeeeeeeee	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love love this book! The whole series is amazing! Second time reading the whole series in time for the new movie coming out. Could read it 100xs :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YVB8ARD8MZZW?ASIN=0439023521	One of the best books I've read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is a very thrilling book about katniss and peeta fighting in the hunger games. I'm not giving away too much because it will spoil it for others.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2K980V969ZVI7?ASIN=0439023521	Quite good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book after watching the movie. It is certainly much better as it provides insight about what happens in the mind of the main character.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HGXYZ03O7XTC?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am so glad that I decided to download The Hunger Games, I thought it was a fantastic read and I can't wait to start book 2… recommend for sure!!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33944TKQERQEO?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome she did a great job on this book<br/> I seen the movie it was epic. I love the hunger games<br/><br/>- stay calm and let the games began</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PJL4WVMIJK41?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">THIS IS THE BEST BOOK IN THE HISTORY OF BOOKS#!!!!!!!!!!!!!  =)<br/>  The first time I read this book I loved it...  I have read it 5 times now!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ITT3EY7C38UH?ASIN=0439023521	Wow,mesmerizing to say the least.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book gets one right into the thick of the way the people live.<br/>One is living the terror and other feelings along with the main character.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1C2ZWSF85WRCT?ASIN=0439023521	Fun	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It has great action<br/>Fun<br/>Interesting<br/>Action<br/>Fight<br/>Serious<br/>Exciting<br/>In a second I felt like a mistake would happen</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3L6H35HB9SWM2?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent read for all 3 books in Hunger Game trilogy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought this was such an interesting concept and read all 3 books within a few days. Easy read and highly engaging. I would definitely recommend!</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4IH7BXF23HTK?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was action packed, and kept me up all night! The character development is great, and it leads very well into the following books in the trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39M3O4WSCD44S?ASIN=0439023521	Great!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">THis book was extremely, edge of your seat exciting.  Highly recommend reading it before seeing the movie!  It kept me reading and reading nonstop.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QU9T7MZXTBB6?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Perfect! I chose to read it because all my students raved about it. Quick read and a great book. Now I finally know what they are so excited about.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R318YV4VIT4BI2?ASIN=0439023521	Fast read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was very well written,quick read.  Somewhat disturbing subject, I do not think this is a children's book.  Would recommend for mature readers.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28R9Z0BAO5TGQ?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger reader	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When you have start reading, you can't stop. You can define this felling like ""the painful sensation caused by the need of read a littel bit more"".</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MDUCPILYBMTW?ASIN=0439023521	Couldnt put it down......	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldnt put it down. From the first page to the last, I sat enthralled. In a matter of hours I was done and just had to get the second installment.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UFFVF8V3LH0M?ASIN=0439023521	Non-Stop Action!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved the concept, loved the characters, loved the writing. This is a great book for a guy or girl. Once I started the book I couldn't put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2A32DXJJ19HKM?ASIN=0439023521	One of my all time favorites...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved this book.  One of my favorite novels written in the last 5 years or so.  Unique plot line and though a little twisted, a real page turner.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1D4TXCDGNZVTB?ASIN=0439023521	best book I have ever read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book is like watching a movie. i can picture every second of it. very well written. easy to read. read all three books in three days. amazing!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JJUB0UJ6SS10?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am in awe of this book! I could not put it down. At one point I was actually in tears! I can not wait to read the next one. Well worth the money.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BSS3HPSJECNJ?ASIN=0439023521	Unexpected	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Honestly... this book caught me by surprise. The only fault I can find is the whole ""hopeless romance"" thing. That bugs the crap out of me.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2L0NH1ZBAWSW5?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the book much better than the movie. It goes into more detail. I felt like I was there with the characters. I can't wait to read them all.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RY65UZYGM6M5E?ASIN=0439023521	As usual, the book was better than the movie!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed getting all of the nuances that the movie just couldn't deliver. I can't wait to start the next one. I'm going to download it right now!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39GPHHP9HMVS5?ASIN=0439023521	Thrilling!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Kept my attention from start to finish. Suzanne Collins has created a very real and believeable world that would be a total nerve wreck to occupy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UC5D5M44DGH9?ASIN=0439023521	PHENOMINALL!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I struggle for words to describe the amazing writing, concept and plot of this book. You can't put it down. This book is worth every cent. Buy it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RDO6CN710ZX?ASIN=0439023521	loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">read all the books loved them all. watched the first movie .waiting for follow up movies.good light reading.waiting too long for movies to follow.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VMOSLP6Y7HXJ?ASIN=0439023521	Depressing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As I said in the review title, this book was disgusting.  I never finished it.  Can't believe it's a trilogy.  I'm sorry my granddaughter read it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMRY5KB5UZLEK?ASIN=0439023521	I reread	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I reread the book after seeing the movie.  Whispersync is a good way for a fast read.  The movie was great, but the book is better.  Two thumbs up</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZGV788ICTESM?ASIN=0439023521	A quick fun read..loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A great story. simply told and an easy read. Being from Appalachia makes it even better for me..that's my home ..it touches my heart...go Katniss!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3E757UUC5X2A1?ASIN=0439023521	This sample	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This sample is what got me interested in reading this book.I saw the movie and this book seems to go along with what the first book and movie say.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2V98NU1WY52A6?ASIN=0439023521	Greatly written, and very entertaining	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have found the book very interesting, and hard to put down once you start reading. I am on the third book of the trilogy now by the same author.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVZAVNL4K9LWI?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games, Book 1	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Book is for teenage audience but I found it fun to read. However, years ago I read a book quite similar to this one, seems a bit plagerized to me.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27M0E24K8LYAC?ASIN=0439023521	Wow!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Collins is the best! I was completely blown away! Much more than I expected! Absolutely Excellent!!!<a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Family-Of-God-Together/dp/B00175KTJY"">The Family Of God Together</a></span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32QG4G1PU6O8Y?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was told to read this book shortly after the movie came out. I read it in a day because I could not put it down. Petta is my favorite character.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12R5PHT14BKTH?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't put it down!! A real page turner.  She brings you into the story with how realistic it seems. Can't wait to read the rest of the trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23TWHWG0NDNN2?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent read.  The book has great characters and is fast paced to keep the reader interested.  Hard to put the book down once you start reading.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NS5GT3X2XAZ8?ASIN=0439023521	Good book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is hard to put down. It is really engaging and also fun to read. Strongly recommended. There are violence and killing, but they are meaningful.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SPHV8GUFCTFU?ASIN=0439023521	Great book... sticks with you!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it. Exciting and Fresh style! Totally engaged in the story. I loved all three and wish the Author had more for me to read. Keep them coming!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XHZUAAKXCFS2?ASIN=0439023521	Engaging, Fun and Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was fantastic- kept me up late into the night- not being able to put it down. I had to know what would happen to Katniss next. Loved it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PXS462DLJ9JC?ASIN=0439023521	Best book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this is awesome Matisse the games wow this is to awesome some to.especially you might need to read it the main charters are Matisse rue peat prim</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RH6TOWZHZA2PC?ASIN=0439023521	Fascinating read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">after watching the movie, I wanted to find out more about the characters and the circumstances of the story, the book delivers that in spades....</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RO1QY87CPNSH6?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this and just had to get the rest as soon as they were available.  to think of a world like that and wonder just how far we are from that.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11IC4FBNECF3J?ASIN=0439023521	Addictive writer!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I started reading this series due to curiosity...but I was addicted immediately and HAD to purchase the next one as soon as I finished each book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R50VYJR0U1ZDE?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I like how some of it is supposed to be like the past and other parts like the future. The love triangle gets it at an even faster pace! Awesome!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KOXR5OEI5YQH?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I literally couldn't put it down. And I'm not the reading type! It was required for my class and it was the first form of homework I've enjoyed:)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21KWI87BOK41R?ASIN=0439023521	Good Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed this book very much.I think it is a very good love story within the hunger games.So if you are looking for a good romance,you found it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23AW3GWX6X7SO?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is so interesting you just keep wanting to know more.<br/>I just can't wait to read the book I hope it is as interesting as this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18NCBKWCIZ26T?ASIN=0439023521	romantic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book is so romantic but scary. i fear when this happens to ourworld....... if it does. i cant wait to download the second book to my kindle.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RTF3NIX9APP2?ASIN=0439023521	Hard to put down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Was amazed and disappointed by the ending. I didn't realize there was, or was going to be, a sequel. Otherwise I had a hard time putting it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8BIYPAJYV356?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">'s Collins writing is riveting! Descriptions put me into the Seam, the arena, the train, the cave without getting in the way of the story. Bravo!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VIU6YSLSXL6G?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I choose this rating because the book was very interesting. My favorite part was when Katniss teamed up with Rue. This book was very interesting.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R183T4JY3PVPS5?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely enjoyed this book, can't wait to read the next two in the trilogy. I would definitely recommend this series of novels to my friends.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FE7AY4ZKL0T?ASIN=0439023521	A great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put this book down. I know it is aimed at teenagers, but as an adult I really enjoyed it. Can't wait to read the others in the series.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WUWXQZO2OCU0?ASIN=0439023521	Good boo	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">interesting story. Different from others.  Kept interest but not my favorite series.  I read the other 2 books that were part of the series also.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16HECLQI3YDKE?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really wanted to read this book before viewing the movie, I'm glad I did.  The writing flows beautifully and its hard to put down, awesome job!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1J6XEF4XAV1YV?ASIN=0439023521	Fun reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fast paced action with simplistic character development.  Interesting premise and nventive story line.  Enjoyable and easy reading. Give it a try</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WWCUSFTSAFHM?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing:)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was an amazing thrill ride through the original Hunger Games. Much more different than the movie. I would  recommend this to everyone:)</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CSN02LOUGM65?ASIN=0439023521	Unbelievable page turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put the book down and read it in just a couple of days and ran out to buy the second book immediately.  An all time great page turner!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UNLPR8K46DF1?ASIN=0439023521	Enjoyed	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed the whole series. Read them all in 1 week. Could not put them down. Once I read the first The Hunger Games, I had to get the other two.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34DLCZ6LKTRVG?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it:). Couldn't put it down.  Had to read the other two books in the series  right after I was done this one. Best I have read in along time</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLCTPWCU47RXA?ASIN=0439023521	Good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good book pretty fast read i will read the other two books in the series as soon as i have the time the movie follows the book pretty closely too</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RT232IYOZSXZB?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great book to read. I dont usually read books twice, but this one i did. Good Price on Kindel, much cheeper than the book at the store.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38A63IE7YADVU?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved the 1st book and couldn't wait to read the following two!  With all the movie hype I knew I had to read it first and I wasn't dissapointed!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TW8HL4JWB8ZT?ASIN=0439023521	awesome games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is very well written.  I connected with the characters and enjoyed the story.  Go Katniss.  Going to get the other books in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R204L15NPJUAH9?ASIN=0439023521	couldn't put the book down...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">as soon as i started this book, i was hooked. i read it in one day! i would reccommend this book to anyone who likes futuristic adventure novels.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R356QMDOGM5RGH?ASIN=0439023521	Really enjoyed it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">With the book coming out and everyone talkign about this I had to read it.  Really enjoyed it looking forward to reading the rest of the trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1G5MBAUHO0QT5?ASIN=0439023521	Satiated	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is very well written. Once the momentum gets going, it is hard to put it down. When you finish it, you will want to buy the next two!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZI9WO5G59O36?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is amazing, I HAD to get the other two right after buying this one. Couldn't put them down. Really excited for the movie coming out!!!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1694WXV1GV7D5?ASIN=0439023521	Can't put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It has been a while since I read a book like this one.  I could not put it down!  Easy read, I've recommended it to all of my friends and family.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5V36GAE5VOLS?ASIN=0439023521	Best book I've ever read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hands down the best book I've ever read, and I don't even like fiction, especially sci-fi books that much.  Recommending it to all of my friends.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZ6IIGRE0WBL7?ASIN=0439023521	This Book Should Appeal to ALL Ages!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am 64 years old. A friend suggested this book to me. From her description I thought ""hmm, not too sure I'll find any appeal in this"".  Was I dead wrong! This is an amazing, riveting, suspensful novel that I couldn't put down! Very well written and, as others have commented, the author creates a ""you are there"" atmosphere. The down-side of having read this is that it has me more concerned than ever about the future of our society and our selfish, frivilous values. Serious soul-searching is due and this book is the vehicle.  Congratulations, Ms. Collins!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZSEUCHQGQPBI?ASIN=0439023521	Exciting and touching	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A surprisingly thoughtful adventure.  It can be said many times about a really good read ""could not put it down"". In this case it was very true.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QXL6OADYVFXG?ASIN=0439023521	Great!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book<br/>It was easy to read and keeps your attention the entire time, great love story.<br/>I can't wait to read the rest of the books.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTHAYW308TYDF?ASIN=0439023521	Love it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing book. And so much better then the movie! Recommend anyone who is interested in a good read to choose this book! Buying the others now :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29HY6W7LE0FNB?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very great and detailed. I could tell some differences from the movie. but for the better the book was fabulous. so excited for the second book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TVG7UKV3CZJE?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was awesome I give it 5 stars because it had a great story line also the discrimination was awesome I can't wait to read catching fire</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WULNFAEU092O?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Glad I read it. After watching the movie first, I couldn't understand what all the hype was about. Finished it in one day, couldn't put it down!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2T8PZX8V9H0T1?ASIN=0439023521	FANTASTIC!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book glad I read it. I don't have much to say other that thanking for writing these books and the books are always better that the movies.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFPRL6G5BVWL?ASIN=0439023521	Loved	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Really loved this whole series. It's one of those ""can't put down books"". I sat for hours reading it and would definitely read it again.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RY374DJSNTIX9?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's cool, it's cool... I mean all my friends read this so I did to... you could say I was forced to read it but I'm glad I ended up reading it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZXVK7I2AYHRT?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was amazing and y I chose this book was cause I watched the movie before and people said the book is better than the movie and I agree</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5KZNUP0FUH9Z?ASIN=0439023521	Could not put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The entire series was great.  My wife was getting a little irritated that I wasn't getting enough projects done but I could not stop reading it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FXGYT8DSRJEY?ASIN=0439023521	Enjoyable	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Enjoyable reading that maintains your interest and keeps you guessing.  While I enjoyed it, I can see how younger people would go wild about it.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBJTW4BGBQXG0?ASIN=0439023521	absolutely loved it!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Story was so engaging, couldn't put the book down.  Loved the constant twists and turns.  Not predictable.  Movie does not do this book justice.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27IHB56RA937I?ASIN=0439023521	Addicting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Warning... this series is ADDICTING. You'll be thinking about the Hunger Games non stop for days..weeks... after reading. You've been warned ;-)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1U8O8Z6VALQSA?ASIN=0439023521	Romantic, Exciting, and Dangerously Addicting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After reading this first book of the trilogy I'm hungry for more. The emotional shifts and unexpected twists draws you right in to beg for more.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RIERIISJ8RPD?ASIN=0439023521	Amzing Book Series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not put this book down! Not that I can say I wanted to anyways. This was one of the most entrapping, visual books that I have ever read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3M9O554C6ZB3T?ASIN=0439023521	CAN'T STOP READING!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">THE AUTHOR KEEPS YOU GOING AND GOING BETWEEN PARALLEL STORIES OF LOVE, DESPERATION, POLITICAL ISSUES, ETC. THIS BOOK IS THE BEST OF THE TRYLOGY.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TOO7IUPDMIRW?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of the best books I have read in a long time.The way the people survive in the arena of the Hunger Games catches you and doesn't let you go.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RA15NQZ68QTXA?ASIN=0439023521	amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i love this book. it is the best book i have ever read. it was a very on-the-edge-of-your-seat book(: i loved the romactic side of the book too.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3ML8AQ86E0QY3?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This amazing story will consume you to the point where you're sucked into the world of Panem. It's oneof the greatest books that I've ever read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCJ9YC6ESVN77?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't put it down.  wish the 2nd one was available for my Kindle but I'm not willing to wait to read it. Am borrowing it from a friend today!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MMTHTM14U4QD?ASIN=0439023521	awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Why did katniss even bring the whole thing up? She and Petea could of went on like nothing ever happened but yet she said that it was all fake.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12JNSTSQ2PUI0?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought it was a fun and easy read. I don't generally read very much but I enjoyed reading this. I can't wait to begin reading the next book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2T1XF5RKDG1NA?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't know how many time  I've read this book, but in just can't help but read it again. This entire series is beautifully written. 5 stars!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NBIL6MQV9W2K?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent read very entertaining and fast. I would  recommend it to anyone who enjoys sci-fi with twist.<br/>I am eager to read the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1E7JQF1NAMH8G?ASIN=0439023521	This Is My Favorite Book In The Hunger Games Series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I like this book because it's not as sad as the others that follow it. I really love how the author writes. All in all, it's a pretty good one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HNVLGYILNGP4?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very well written, constantly kept me on edge for the next page. Can't wait to continue the series, which I have no doubt will be just as good.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UE88MH2BCRP8?ASIN=0439023521	Awe struck	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Better then the movie!!!!!!!! Read the whole series twice and still enjoyed every page, thought, idea, and characters. Great read for everyone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PVK1SFY0G06B?ASIN=0439023521	Outstanding	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fabulously written. A result stupendous book capturing Katnisses every thought.<br/>Couldn't read a better book. THANK YOU SUZANNE COLLINS !!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JPBSJ471NVEJ?ASIN=0439023521	Epic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Epic<br/><br/>Best book I have ever read<br/>Skydoesminecraft<br/><br/>Scmows<br/>A real man's business epic awesome a dest book ever man</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZRBOXJYGFCKI?ASIN=0439023521	Much better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read the book after watching the movie and I was just stunned at how much better it is. I am basically done with the next one in the trilogy!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1J8MKHSH5GKG0?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't stop	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">These were the best books ever...kept me on edge and I couldn't stop reading. I read all 3 books in 6 days! Now I can't wait to see the movies!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YDLQIOJ7F4UD?ASIN=0439023521	Captivating.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well told story. Read it in 2 days. Visual, exciting and emotionally entertaining. Glad it is fiction. Looking forward to the rest of the saga.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QIWY1R1TFPZ1?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of my favorite books. It was like a amazingly awesome rollercoaster. So I think it was super amazing and I think most of you would like it.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRY7APYIJDJJX?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought the book was ok. But my favorite part is when they first started the big tribute/journey.<br/><br/>  P.S.<br/>  It was really good</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDFF3HXPZUE6N?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">BEST  book ever!!!!! Can't wait to see the movie !!!!!!!! Reading the next one now I'm gonna read them all !!!!!!!love the hunger games!!!!!!!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5WTA91R1Q4SQ?ASIN=0439023521	Incredible	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't stop once I started until I finished the entire novel !!!! Can't wait to start the next installment !!! Nail biter to gutwrencher!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39YY5J72MTLGX?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great book that will grab your imagination and hold even after you are done reading it. There are also several sequels so......enjoy!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2U4GTGSZ1TBG7?ASIN=0439023521	Good Quick Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Probably for a younger reader than myself.  I have to admit that I prefer non-fiction but had heard a lot about this book so wanted to read it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R243GQOW1FDNVI?ASIN=0439023521	Love it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thoroughly enjoyed this book. Exciting from beginning to end.<br/>I can read this book again and again. It's better then watching the movie.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VFC0F4EKGS6B?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This action packed thriller and love blooming story will keep you flipping through the pages. This is a great book and the author is wonderful.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25X1DDLY8I3JA?ASIN=0439023521	Hard to imagine	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was hard to follow.  Too futuristic to imagine.  Sad context.  Very depressing!  Couldn't wait to finish.  Hope the movie was better.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SXLJJQ1IMJ04?ASIN=0439023521	Holy Crap!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was truly amazing!!!! I flew through it! I love PEETA!!!! Katniss is amazing as well. She is a survivor! Suzan Collins did very well!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2G37AKFCI7GMR?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was amazing! I recommend the entire trilogy! I'm already planning my Katniss Everdeen Halloween costume! The movie doesn't dissapoint either</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1STNJ4RZOH99S?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games - Kindle	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Received the kindle book in seconds.  The book was very good. Any age group would enjoy it. Finished it very quickly...Love those Kindle books!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NCWQSK52LV56?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Total enjoyed the read, it was well written and I have now purchased the rest in the series as well.  She is a writer I will definitely follow!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1L8OVDK8GQ76J?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't put it down. Entertaining to the last moment. Even for those that don't read much, you won't be able to put it down. Highly recommend!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SNBBQ0M9JHCT?ASIN=0439023521	Great service	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am very happy with the order of Hunger Games for my kindle.  It is very satisfactory and I will make many more orders this way in the future.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ESOUU60OHW4W?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Book is excellent...couldn't put it down.  Can't wait to see the movie. Ordered the second and third book hoping its just as good as the first!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10YTOYULJJZJN?ASIN=0439023521	my favorite series of 2011	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is excellent, and as a series, it is even better. Great for any gender or age (above 16!) and will keep you on the edge of your seat.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWGW7MQ9NAAT?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What a fantastic book.  I didn't want to put it down.  I immediately went onto the second book after this one.  Now I can't wait for the last!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37M560S6U5TNR?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book.  I couldn't put it down once I started reading it.  I'm not usually much of a reader, but I read The Hunger Games in 4 days.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28U7KF70VJJ86?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games Leaves You Hungry	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have to admit I wanted to like this book even if I knew it was for teens. Though I read the whole thing in a couple of sittings, I have to admit the book leaves you hungry for more....more substance, more plot, more story. It is as unsatisfying as an empty stomach. There is far too little background as to what happened in the past to make this world the way it is; far too little information about the Capital except ""they are the bad guys, we hate them""; and not enough information about why i should care about Katniss or Peeta either for that matter. And for goodness sake, could there be any more food descriptions? If the writer had spent as much time on character development and storyline(WTF is with the mutts!?They just appear out of nowhere. If the games are always televised wouldn't they know about the mutts?)then maybe this book would be better. Here's hoping the movie is better.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R87LQNUDQGO4B?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Young adult reading, enjoyed this one.  Movie doesn't do it justice.  Pretty dark series overall, wouldn't recommend for impressionable teens.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RE0NYDCKEBFYA?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't stop once I started, I finished the whole book in just a matter of hours. I can't wait to start the next book, such an amazing reaf</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30PTM6A0IXPRO?ASIN=0439023521	THE HUNGER GAMES	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome read. I couldn't put this book down, read it in one day. Final note: Poor little Rue! Now I have to read the other two by Me. Collins.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R46XA3ZKQNVWB?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was amazing and it had me hanging onto every word. I am an avid reader and I know a good book when I see one. I highly recommend it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MVB9L4N1108U?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was fantastic! Had me on the edge of my seat. I couldn't read it fast enough! Then I couldn't wait to receive the next in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQZ5M107JNFMF?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have not seen the movie but totally enjoyed the book. The unexpected twist and turns kept my attention so much I didn't want to put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MN8OLB2EZEYY?ASIN=0439023521	Love love love	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely love this book. I stayed up to 11every night for a week and finished it today it's awesome can't wait to read the next book!!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZMCGWH3KL8IM?ASIN=0439023521	Katelyn	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well this book is very good. I would recommend this book for teens and up. Though I am ten I read it. No one should read it under 10 years old</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBQHSYB7NSMOW?ASIN=0439023521	Fun , quick read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie first and decided to give the book a try. Easy to read, good YA book. Story moves along quickly. Excited to finish the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXA03CNL951K5?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is one of my all time favorites. The heart wrenching moments in the arena leave me thinking about this unforgettable story for days.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VI2ZIWK24XX?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love the idea and the author puts it together wonderfully. I would recommend this to teens and adults.  Now I am gonna read the second book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IX4R577N38CP?ASIN=0439023521	Great,great, great,(but gruesome) book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was AMAZING! I recommend it to people who like teamwork, friendship,action, adventure and even some romance. I'm getting the second!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DC83UFKGKXG?ASIN=0439023521	Easy read despite depressing content.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very easy to read and keeps your interest. Terrible situation and kind of unrealistic, but still Can't put it down. Looking forward to book 2!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TZ79EOEBNQWU?ASIN=0439023521	fantastic book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you love dystopian fiction, read this! Riveting, exciting, leaves you wanting more. Love the entire series, Suzanne is an excellent writer.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RI8RVF88R7YTU?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I just love this book its actually my second time reading it i recommend this book to people that endlessly think of what the future could be.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PY00F7QDBK2D?ASIN=0439023521	the hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">the best book EVER!!!!!!! i would recomend it to any body except squemish people because it is very gory, but at the same time, it is romantic</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6OA7Z4F2ZSBY?ASIN=0439023521	Really fun read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very good story of a young women's struggle to overcome adversity and evil. Moves quickly without sacrificing substance. A book worth reading.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RW6BVWH5WOBWI?ASIN=0439023521	The Awsome Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games!!!!!! I loved it. This book was awesome!!! I definitely would recommend it. It should be called The Awesome Games!!!!!!!!!!!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RST4XZI03KVBP?ASIN=0439023521	Wow	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">enjoyed the book, enjoyed the movie. Rather morbid in some aspects, not for the faint of heart, or people who already think on doomsday terms.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16M13QXHAGR5L?ASIN=0439023521	Moustaches Rock	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book rocks. It's totally worth spending time with reading this book. I give it a must read. I can't wait to get started on Catching Fire.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RH1YD8MQ7KQVK?ASIN=0439023521	great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">great service, on time delivery, product is as described, product is in great condition. would definitely recommend this seller for purchases.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJAPKOOO18OV5?ASIN=0439023521	awsome ! !	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is a great thing to read if you want to have a great read. Every page comes with new things. You never know what is going to happen.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1AOLTIODOWZQP?ASIN=0439023521	The Hungar Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I just could not put the book down I wanted to keep reading because I had to know what happened next. I had a few nights of going to bed late!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVXXREW80QFVU?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent adventure!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Highly recommend this book to even the earliest of readers! Packed with adventure, love, trust, &amp; honesty! Read this before you see the movie!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UM4J8ML7596B?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book couldn't put it down.  Breezed through the whole story in only a couple of days.  Read the next book in the series just as quickly.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3C3SA1LNCLYKY?ASIN=0439023521	Intense!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was very intense! I kep wondering what was going to happen next! I was cheering and booing throughout! I had no idea what to expect next!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2O4928BKSS31Z?ASIN=0439023521	Enjoyable	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is a very enjoyable read, no matter your age.  I enjoyed reading all three books and look forward to the upcoming movies too.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RM8UFZKINI43W?ASIN=0439023521	A skeptic made a believer!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was very reluctant to read this book but after the first couple of chapters I was hooked! I ended up reading the whole series within a week!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DPARRKB1YP6M?ASIN=0439023521	kindle book - hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I like ordering books for my Kindle .  I enjoyed this book very much.  it arrived in minutes and I began reading it immediately.  thank you!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24C4LGNRWM22?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent book - best one of a great series!!  Very interesting plot concept for a book,very interesting characters. Could hardly put is down!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RW6MHUA863PTQ?ASIN=0439023521	Fell apart	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The content of the book was awesome. The book seemed in good shape when I received it , but the pages started to fall out about half way thru.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R130JCC6DQZ9YI?ASIN=0439023521	Great novel!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great novel! Love story, confusion, war, politics.... Amazing! The twists and turns of this series is beyond anything i could have hoped for !</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25WWV099MPAD4?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games is Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is a perfect amount of adventure, action, and love . I highly recommend this book for anyone looking for a quick, entertaining read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2P4CW1TGTVANR?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Absolutely love this book! I would definitely recommend this book to anyone! It is funny, heart breaking,susepenseful, and just plain amazing.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R143D38IHWZFRA?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Both my children, 13 and 16, loved the book.  The older is a boy and the younger a girl.  When a book can grab then both it must be fantastic!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3A1K0HBQQR0A8?ASIN=0439023521	Stellar	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This product is stellar and a good read. Arrived swift and on time and in excellent condition. I plan on buying the other books in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9CUEZGG5FOP8?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm sorry to say that I would only give this book a 3 star rating.  I was expecting much more after listening to so many good reviews, and people just voicing their opinions.  First, I had a really hard time with children killing each other for anything, but being manipulated made if ever worse.  I did read to the very end because even though I was uncomfortable with the story in general I had to give it a fair chance.  I do not plan on reading the next two and feel my time is too valuable, as well as there has to be much better books to read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10KW3CCS02RUL?ASIN=0439023521	Survivor to the EXTREME	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is intelligent, intriguing, and vastly different from many other young adult books on the market. Many books on the young adult reading list consist of vampires and other supernatural powers and events. The Hunger Games offers readers both a refreshing and thrilling journey into the world of The Capital. A place where contestants are chosen at random to compete in a Survivor game unlike any other. Competitors face a much more devastating fate than going home with a burnt-out torch. To win, everyone else in the arena must die.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJY5XFNKC0LRI?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have seen the hunger games movie and all ways wanted to read the book and now I did I realize how much different the book is than the movie</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBJ2E3L8U41M9?ASIN=0439023521	wow	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">the only thing that would have been better if they mad more to this book rather then having it stop right there and it saying END OF BOOK ONE</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QRSWAAT6EQNQ?ASIN=0439023521	Good Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I would definitally recommend this book.  Its a quick read but kept my attention the whole time.  The book is always better than the movie :)</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QN5HMQTZX2FB?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">ITS THE BEST BOOK I HAVE EVER READ<br/>THE ENDING IS SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO GOOD<br/>I JUST LOVE IT<br/>AHHHHHHHHHH<br/>so good</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26VGLJTCE6N8T?ASIN=0439023521	Who doesn't like this book?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">you will absolutely love this book and the series. I mean really who doesn't? I won't go into the plot, but just read it and never look back.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SG5ES7T73T45?ASIN=0439023521	You won't believe this one!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fast moving fantasy (?) that captivates you till the very end and makes you anxious to read the rest of the story.  A can't put it down book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LVFQUH516KQQ?ASIN=0439023521	excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book with my daughter.  We both loved it, exciting, suspenseful, excellent.  We watched the movie together after reading the book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FT5GW6UYDGWF?ASIN=0439023521	The best book for your money!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is by far the best book I've ever read. This book really knows how to pull on the heart strings. If Katnis doesn't marry Peeta, I will.!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26NI7ZO78FACL?ASIN=0439023521	great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very well-written. Collins captured emotion well and really drew me in! The teaser at the end is a good way into thr next book in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R376NUGROX23GY?ASIN=0439023521	A touching story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book. But at times I felt drowned off and bored waiting for something exciting to happen. Other than that is was a amazing book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R276FDZCZR7JVV?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is on the edge of your seat. Couldn't put the book down even for a second just had to finish the chapter to see what happened next.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2I4346HR0RUFL?ASIN=0439023521	Kept me glued	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Can't wait two read part two.  Now that I've read part one I'll watch the movie. This was a good read, hope the movie holds true to the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24D60ZTI90084?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING! EXCITING!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved this book. Much better than the movie. Can't wait to read the second one and third. I hope they are still as awesome as the first book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3373ATLKI1LPX?ASIN=0439023521	Just Great!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very interesting and entertaining.  Appropriate for teens and adults. Make sure you read before watching the movies!  Certainly worth buying.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CCAEP48QGCF0?ASIN=0439023521	Great Concept	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wish I hadn't waited so long to get around to reading these books! Glad I didn't completely let them pass me by! Can't wait to start Book II!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPZFI0RFWVUWP?ASIN=0439023521	WOW	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Forget the movie man. This book was AWESOME.  Great drama, suspense,  thrills, young romance, with a twist of ""it's complicated."" I Loved it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R391XOC8080V1K?ASIN=0439023521	None	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i could barely put the book down! i actually read it in one day. i encourage everyone and anyone to read it. now i can finally see the movie!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3Q3176L0A5DDY?ASIN=0439023521	better than the first three twilight books (cant read the last)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">best book i have ever read! katniss and peeta seem good together nd the hunger games seem very realistic and panem seems like it could happen</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26YVQAIOYG3XR?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Purchased the book based on the hype of the TV series. Enjoyed it so much, I read the rest of the series. Very well written and never boring.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21PSZGP6CMAGT?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is awesome, couldn't put it down.  I cannot imagine anyone coming up with all these twists and turns.  Sure is well worth the read.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15ONY2OZFJ8XH?ASIN=0439023521	absorbing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's a teenie story, but really fascinating. You just need to know what Katniss will do next...<br/>I couldn't wait to read the next volume.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SXJDSBEQUOWP?ASIN=0439023521	nice	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The case and holster for my razor are exactly what I expected from the manufacturer.  This is the best case and holster on the market period.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RF8Y92URY75UI?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not put this down. I read all three books in 2 days. the Suspence was awesome. I would purchase more books along this subject matter.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34VUT3MQ9EL1T?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was a true page turner, there was never a good place to put the book down.  If I was not reading the book, I was thinking about it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1X80VONZ77GLE?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger Games --Loved, loved, loved this book!  I couldn't wait to read the next two!  The book was exciting,thrilling, and VERY entertaining!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3U2G27XJS1GRH?ASIN=0439023521	great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">couldn't put this book down and immediately ordered the 2nd one. love the characters, their transition and the journey suzanne takes them on!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7MUGIGQS85SD?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love it!!!! This book locks you in, you can't put it down. I couldn't wait to start on the next one. Thank goodness I bought all 3 on my Fire</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21GCSFD4487MT?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">An excellent read. A page turner.  Suzanne Collins has done a wonderful job.  Very suspenceful.  Not a feel good story but a fun one to read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTUO3AR2MADY1?ASIN=0439023521	A book you will regret if you don't read it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was so good. I never wanted to put down my book for just a second. I can't wait until i watch the movie and read the final 2 books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MM3IG8K43ZMN?ASIN=0439023521	Big surprise	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Did not really know what to expect, but I was pleasantly surprised. The story was great and well written. No doubt that I will read book two.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSJN4TPPH1YDR?ASIN=0439023521	may the odds be ever in your favor!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't even turn the pages fast enough!  Great teen aged drama.  Entertaining while still making one think about social ""norms"".</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JI284KFHZ3RA?ASIN=0439023521	As expected	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I received the book quickly, as promised and in new condition. No issues with this item. Love the book and hoping to read the next one soon.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UFK9XCNDXR0P?ASIN=0439023521	Great for everyone	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Incredible!  If amazon would allow me only one word, thats all I would need.  Adventure, trust and love.  What more do you want from a book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AC3CBWGX59JP?ASIN=0439023521	Why are you making me review a book I haven't read yet?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I chose this book because I haven't read it. I would think you would want a better review than what your making me type at this moment? Haha</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TJT7URB563ZC?ASIN=0439023521	Really good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins really outdid herself! The book was amazing and very well written. I very highly recommend it. Excited to finish the series!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MG60F9S2N65T?ASIN=0439023521	good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Let's be honest.  It's not a great piece of literature.  But it does have entertainment value!  I wouldn't read it again, but it wasn't bad.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MBFMHX85KKUJ?ASIN=0439023521	Duh, who doesn't like it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Really weird idea, geared toward an audience a little younger than me (50-60's) but I am a sucker for this genre. Movie was pretty good too!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2X63P7P8S1K0Z?ASIN=0439023521	A MUST READ!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Did not think I would like this book--but I LOVED it! I'm hooked on the entire series--reading Mockingjay--and already don't want it to end!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NHYXVMWFH5CZ?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I rated this book 5 stars mostly because it kept me turning pages wanting to read more. Also because it's just Avery good well written book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23QE8IR8GYHND?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Was recommended by my daughter never read anything like this before but got really hooked.  Couldn't wait to read the next one Catching Fire</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32ST6ZXYPZ74I?ASIN=0439023521	Terrific book...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read.  Really had difficulty putting it down because it was so compelling.  Have added it to my ""books to be read again"" list.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2K077YN56BUNT?ASIN=0439023521	Good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read this book in anticipation of the movie and now have reread for catching fire.  Great series and excellent interpretation of government.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZHXVINLUSYMI?ASIN=0439023521	Better than I expected	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I finally read this after all the hype died down. This is a great book (I laughed, I cried, I got angry) and the movie didn't do it justice.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FELM9JTWI7AG?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome book!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I just recently watched the movie and had to read the book.  There weren't any  disappointments.  Can't wait to start reading catching fire.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MM2LI5XGAEOB?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I like the plot and detail of this book.that's why I gave it 5 stars.<br/><br/>Has a great plot and details.that is why I gave it 5 stars.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JDDXO8D24OH4?ASIN=0439023521	I'm hungry for more!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved this book!!! Couldn't stop reading!!!! Just the right blend of action and emotion. Can't wait to start the next book in the series....</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DXFXQYSTPI56?ASIN=0439023521	A great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The hunger games left me satisfied with the story, however it leaves me starving for the next book. A must read even if u watched the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3797QD6O0G23Z?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fascinating, but I don't really find sequels  something off interest. I would have been content with an an ending. Good read,enough said :))</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SFGSVFC4SEID?ASIN=0439023521	Book 1 Review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent book, great portrayal of characters, would recommend  Book to those of appropriate ages. Can't wait for second book in the series!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FZ407J37KJ6C?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read it because of the movie. Great movie, awesome book. Can't wait to start Catching Fire, especially since the movie is coming out soon.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3U7DLAFZXT4MK?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">the hunger games is a great book, if u like adventure and action, then you should read this book, because i loved it and i know you will to!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2M4B7Y0QEZF37?ASIN=0439023521	Page turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book.  Highly relatable characters. Makes you think about world affairs more closely and wonder if we're headed towards the same fate.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGWFQ0A17P8KB?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I gave them rating I did because it was excellent  with romance ,action , and mystery. I would recommend this book to kids and adults 10-88.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UYWBRAKJAUKY?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is an amazing book. The way that Suzanne writes leaves every chapter hanging on edge. This is a book that you wont be able to put down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYVVJVHRTCO52?ASIN=0439023521	loved it.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book is way better than the movie. It would have overrun the budget of their movie if they had included all of the details of this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUAQ12HYADAS9?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fast and furious<br/>Finished it in two days<br/>Couldn't put it down for fear of missing something.<br/>Looking forward to the next two.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R291720JNMF971?ASIN=0439023521	Kept me reading!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was just what I needed to entertain me and keep me wanting more. It was very nicely written and I can't wait to see the movie now!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25C7NMQFCPRVT?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">awesome...very pleased....recommend to all.....so easy to receive and so interesting to read as well as one of those books you cant put down</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9IAMRWOVVUJR?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Made me want to read more - which I am. As soon as I finished the last page, I was online adding the second book in the series to my Kindle!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGFL94FWDG53J?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great, this book is  even better when you read it before  you watch the movie. Great movie also just a lot is missing or a little different.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JAT47QUJO15S?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book, found it hard to put down to go to bed! Keeps the suspense going until the end. Well written &amp; enjoyable. Now on to the 2nd one!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33RU7Y7PKFY90?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it, I'm over 60 and thoroughly enjoyed, exciting, started the next book.  Looking forward to continuing this story.  Hard to put down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1F2XKD7UH8YDZ?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I LOVE this book! It sucks you in from the very beginning. I couldn't put the series down until I finished. Great read definitely recommend.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21GZW0UFQUOM6?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very entertaining book.  Once I started it I couldn't put it down.  I can't wait to see the movie. My 11 year old grandson loved it as well.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2M0B96YOZEDOY?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Really liked this book. Great plot. Never would have expected a ""teen"" fiction to be this good. I'm excited to see how the next one unfolds.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SN1Q7KTQYPLT?ASIN=0439023521	great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Such a great book! Wonderful for kids and adults! best book I have read in years! Please start this book you will never want to put it down!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4PVE3U4FA3DU?ASIN=0439023521	AWESOME BOOK!!!!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was totally awesome! If you like stories with great plots, characters and a story that will entrance you this is the book for you!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RG4P2BD23VM8V?ASIN=0439023521	Love, Love, Love!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Totally worth reading. I read at night and found myself thinking about the book during the day, because I could not wait to get back to it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R377JLKBW4DOBB?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">read it in two sittings...fast read with an alluring cast.. adventureer and close enough to the possibilities of the future it's frightening</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RH69MAOOPYF79?ASIN=0439023521	my all time favorite book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">love this book, everything about it. i love that i could not put it down. loved that it was a complicated love story, love , love, loved it!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2A3GGLMJC1954?ASIN=0439023521	Action adventure and romance !	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed this story very much and since the book already has tons of good and long reviews all what I can say is that is worth reading it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33NAR1L2MPZ6A?ASIN=0439023521	AWESOME!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was an awesome book, I can't wait to read the 2nd.  The story was very well written and I liked the world that Suzanne Collins created.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MBGYF1LVTP57?ASIN=0439023521	Captivating survival story!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was hooked from the start!<br/>The plot is indeed reminiscent of Battle Royale, with a touch of reality TV, mythology and gladiators'times all in one, and it's pulled off with the very real voice of no-nonsense Katniss, a brave girl with a temper.<br/>Of course the themes have been done before, but what I loved about this book is that it's both accessible (more than some classics)and it still holds some very good suspense and storytelling to get different kinds of readers riveted, young or adults. I swear I held my breath the whole time.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMZ44C9RLL5BQ?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for more!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was wonderful!  I read the book and then watched the movie and thought the movie didn't even touch on the best parts of the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8U5NDUUO4UAO?ASIN=0439023521	Wow	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read it in one day! Excellent, suspenseful, thrilling. Now I just have to read the other two, I guess. Addiction sets in quickly with this.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21U4X1X6LG5LU?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is very detailed and keeps you at the edge of your seat and is extremely hard to set down. Best series from books to movies also.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2703JEBFUM99V?ASIN=0439023521	I absolutely loved this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">awesome book I really enjoyed it. I'm excited to read the next two books! I hope they are just as good and everything works out for Katniss</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2H8O4DCNIWKK6?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing series! Couldn't put the book down until I finished it &amp; directly bought the next one! Definitely a series I can read over &amp; over!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1A28H94LFYB5S?ASIN=0439023521	Great read!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best book ever. Definitely recommend this book. Loved it! Very intense and captures readers from the beginning. Movies don't to it justice!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17U2B9DHFT0GF?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">An AWESOME book!!!!!!!!!!!<br/>Amazing words make me feel like I'm really in the story!!!!!!!<br/>Gory and bloody! With a good storyline!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GX1ZWN9MZF4?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a really good book. Definitely one of my favorites.<br/>I would recommend this book to anyone who likes edge-of-your-seat action.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15IG1UI7CTKD?ASIN=0439023521	intriguing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">cannot  put it down....fascinating.<br/>CURIOUS  as to authors mind and how fiction novels develop.<br/><br/>WELL WORTH THE TIME TO READ</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OG6XB43BG05O?ASIN=0439023521	Exhilarating, adventure at every turn	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">There was no break from the action here, though they were not focusing much on the other tributes. Really good book, suggested to everyone!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RU8VMV4IB0MO3?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome book that keeps you wanting more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What a delightful series.  It is a quick and engaging read.  I will definitely read it again and again. Great for any age (teen and above).</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JN6MHNUVVXKM?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">good read...I didn't want to put the book down! Excited to begin the next one! Someone previously compared this to twilight but not at all!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1I1JKD4HGFU80?ASIN=0439023521	LOVE ITTT	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the best book ever I love it so much I'm working on the second one now it's amazing so far. Loveeeeeeeeeeeeeee this is so amazing .</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTBJQUIICV3SX?ASIN=0439023521	What a ride!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was hooked with this first book of this trilogy.  I couldn't stop reading.  Who knew a book written for teenagers could be so compelling.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NTOKYKQEJYJD?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put it down. I ended up reding the entire trilogy In a weekend. . Amazing cast of characters and events that really pull you in.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZN93WOBKWI37?ASIN=0439023521	Enjoyable read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought this was a unique story line and was written quite well.  Enjoyable to read and can't wait to read the next 2 books in the series</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Q9SS82XZOXMC?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Saw the movie first. Didn't understand a lot of it. Got book and the book is such a good read. Need to get 2nd book before movie comes out.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RO53DJF3SCM49?ASIN=0439023521	Great!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great, I hated the concept though. The ""haves"" taking advantage of the ""have nots"". Using the ""have nots"" as sport.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/REQ1U8NE7SHJW?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING!! BUY THIS BOOK!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Ok, the best book in the world i would highly reccomend this book! It is a book that u would NEVER ever put down!! Thank u Susan Collins!!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RPA6NQN3DRS2?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed the entire series. Very quick read with lot's of action. The movie didn't do it justice but there is so much they can do on film.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26FKNGVCXFH7K?ASIN=0439023521	A twisted way of life	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The read was exciting<br/>IT kept me interested to the end.<br/>Ready to read the next book.<br/>Holding all is well back at district 12</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VCPYUT43RBZ2?ASIN=0439023521	Intense	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love her writing style. Only 1 author I know that bests her. The story was pretty intense for a teen action book. I was never bored with!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1H6MEW4IHW1Y2?ASIN=0439023521	One of the best books I've read !	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing just read the book and. you will not regret it !!<br/>I loved it. I've read the hole trilogy It's amazing the first was the best !</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JBCKGLFMTT6K?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent,	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book! A lot of suspense.  I highly recommend. I am on the 3rd book now. Looking forward to see what happens with Katniss and company.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RH2JGDE4Y965X?ASIN=0439023521	Love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved reading the book more than the movie. I am Looking forward to reading the second one to find out what happens with Peeta and Katniss.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39L8XGLOCGZ6E?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was great. It was easy to purchase, inexpensive and a good read.  You will enjoy reading The Hunger Games on your iPad or kindle.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4CEAF2S7OBHF?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great book. I couldn't put it down. There is action and suspense throughout the book. Couldn't wait to start the next in the set.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2427CD8PI2073?ASIN=0439023521	Hungar Game Ebook	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The ebook i bought for my kindle was not only low priced it was also high quality i deffenitly will buy the rest of my ebooks on Amazon.com</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMX7R7P0NOLVW?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing book.  The movie doesn't do it justice by any means. Also it's a pretty easy read for people who don't do a lot of reading like me.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R391451MXXD6GI?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't put it down! Flew through this in less than 2 days. Love the relationship the author is able to build with the reader. Great read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6NDXJ0UBMEM6?ASIN=0439023521	e-book The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Enjoyed reading the book.  Couldn't wait to turn the next page.  When I finished the book, I ordered the remaining two books in the series.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MW7QOWGTID7C?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Can't put it down!  Written so well it envelopes you as if you are there in every scene.  It's riveting, happy, sad, terrifying all in one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQZB2ELM2TP01?ASIN=0439023521	THE HUNGER GAMES	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put it down.  It was interesting from beginning to end.  It is recommended for teens, but I am 72 and thoroughly loved the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVIJB0EXNDCME?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really loved the series! It was very thought provoking and allowed for good discussions in my classroom and at home with my own children!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MX6MJH13ZIS0?ASIN=0439023521	Shut Up!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">AMAZING! Once I picked it up, it was impossible for me to put it down. If you haven't read it, you should. PS. This isn't just a kids book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3A6CJ4IVDBS4T?ASIN=0439023521	Wow !	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I simply could not put it down. Great book, well written. I can't wait to read the second one.<br/><br/>I wish i could find more books like this...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38TB00F3YVBRV?ASIN=0439023521	Page Turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Enjoyed this book- interesting, yet scary, parallels to our day and our government.  Read the whole thing in 2 days- highly recommend it!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27ULDKEAL8YV1?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I started reading this book after seeing the trailer for the movie.  I was so impressed I bought the other 2 in the series before I was halfway through this first one.  Now I'm half through the second and am still impressed!<br/><br/>I'm usually not one to read YA aimed books (the Harry Potter series and the Hunger Games series seem to be the exceptions).  The characters draw you in and to be honest you feel like you're part of the story and I couldn't put it down.  I may have to read it again before the film release just because.....</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3M770X54RKOLM?ASIN=0439023521	Perfect	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this series. The movies cannot compare to the books.  The books are fantastic and intriguing and won't let you stop once you start.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12I6E61UX6J6U?ASIN=0439023521	Thought it was great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read all three books, thought this was the best of the three.  Lots of twists and turns and a happy ending with the naming of two victors.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R342XV0614QQAX?ASIN=0439023521	A real page turner.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read.<br/><br/>This book was a great read. Collins has a vivid imagination. I found myself emotionally attached to the characters.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIKBC8EJL2RBG?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Just finished reading this book enjoyed I will be reading the next story in the trilogy.  It wasn't quite what I expected but a good read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2A02IA5U2AWAJ?ASIN=0439023521	wow	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">That was amazing! Can't wait to read Catching Fire! A little gory, I loved it! The last few pages were a little sad. Age suggestion 12&amp; up</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PRJUS2FWTK4S?ASIN=0439023521	LOVED IT!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Such a life changing book. it makes you think about things you wouldn't usually think about. and the movie left out so much.make me upset.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2G42PCU4YOD1W?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Saw the movie first but as I was reading I could see the whole movie playing in my head, word for word! I can't wait to read the 2nd book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2609K8IH17ZRQ?ASIN=0439023521	Best Book! Can't wait to read the others!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm watching the move! Awesome!!! I don't get the cameras and trackers though. Happy Hunger Games, and may the odds be ever in your favor!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIGFJZIPWYDPD?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wonderful  book.  Reading it motivated me to read the rest of the ""trilogy"".  I enjoyed all 3 books &amp; would recommend this series.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31LNPGK1NJR9S?ASIN=0439023521	Better then the movie!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved it.  I felt more in touch with the characters then when I watched the movie.  Great story and so looking forward to the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYTBDXZFU522Z?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent!<br/>Easy to read and thoroughly enjoyable.  This book has the action of star wars and the easy read of a James Patterson book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IZY1SM39OKYH?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have never read a book like this before. It is a fun, easy read but full of depth, beautiful imagery, and brilliant writing. I loved it!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14T91OHN9WG3B?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Game's	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Enjoyed the book.  Kept you on the edge of your seat waiting to see what happens next.  I would recommend it to the teenage set and older.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IC4AOGRGUVQG?ASIN=0439023521	Enjoyed the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed the movie, but it left me feeling that I missed something or something was missing.  Would be interested in seeing sequal<br/>.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35WJXD07Z7SJB?ASIN=0439023521	Totally amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you like a good adventure this is the book for you! When I started  this book I couldn't stop myself from reading this amazing book!!!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NREMHTVQW7BA?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the movie but the book brings more depth to the story. If you liked the movie read this. If you haven't seen it yet read the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XCQYASX9URGE?ASIN=0439023521	Great story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book. Very detailed. I could imagine myself as the character Katniss. Can't wait to read the other two books of this trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXAMJS9QHMJOP?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book.<br/>Djrowe51@comcast.net<br/>  Draws you in from the very first page.  Can't wait to read the sequel to see who she chooses.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16LA0C2B5J00S?ASIN=0439023521	Not like movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed the book a lot and was super exited to go see the movie at the premier.  It was nothing like the book. Now I only read the book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MPTS8WBXXMHI?ASIN=0439023521	Review of Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My granddaughters wanted me to read this book, but I wasn't as impressed with it as they were. I'm not sure that I will finish the series.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YGO2CM1AGQJ?ASIN=0439023521	Competitive tale captivates	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Narration is beautiful. Suzanne Collins knows how to sustain this compelling and riveting story without loosing beat of mockingjay melody.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R458P080GBE2V?ASIN=0439023521	Love!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">These books just give such great detail, it almost feels like you are in the hunger games yourself. I just absolutely loved these stories!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UV3R8SLVQI7V?ASIN=0439023521	Great sequels	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The fist prompted me to the second.  Then the story started to flow.  A slow start, with a lot of background stuff, but a surprise ending.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1U07IMY5MNCHY?ASIN=0439023521	WOW	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i have only read 3 pages of this book and omg this book is sooooo amazing!!!  i am soooooo amazed with suzanne collins you are so awesome!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RQPRR7ESZ8ZS?ASIN=0439023521	Good book killer action	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games book was a very exciting read with a ton of great action sequences. Would definitely recommend reading this awesome book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12M5V87U2BTHY?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is very interesting! I couldnt put it down. It was so good! I love the action and I prefer to watch the movie AFTER the books!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HUX2CM4DMQGP?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've read a lot of books, but this seems to stand out in a way the amazes me. I'm impatiently looking forward to seeing the movie version.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GNO02Y46T5AQ?ASIN=0439023521	excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i could not put this book down. you don't have to be a teen to enjoy this book, like the twilight series, there is something for everyone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2L9JCWFB2GSPR?ASIN=0439023521	LOVE	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">First it was super fast download. No lag even on my slow internet connection. Seceodn the book is amazing. Finished it in less than a day!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R212PQB56186UM?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Glad I purchased this book.<br/>Well written, keeps me interested as to what's next.<br/>Looking forward to the next book in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLSJHO8YOIIWT?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I would recommend this book to anyone who enjoys thrillers. Collins did an excellent job once again!  Couldn't put it down!!<br/>  Mike M</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4FNSJBVE0BU4?ASIN=0439023521	A Treat	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It says something when a slower reader, like myself, can finish this book in a week. I truely believe this book will be seen as a classic.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IGXG6P81VKIP?ASIN=0439023521	Addicting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I literally couldn't put the book down.. I recommend it for all ages, now that I have finished the first I am jumping right into the next.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23N1EJ0KA2MSD?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING BOOK GREAT READ!!!!!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best book i ever read.  it was a little gruesome and not a book for the queasy but it was action packed and i never wanted to put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R278LDB20N7CLT?ASIN=0439023521	Go Catniss!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">You cheer for Catniss and her family through this exciting and pithily written tale of competition and teen angst.  Great for adults, too!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WK51OTGK9HKI?ASIN=0439023521	Epic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great story listened to it in one week, you see my dog is blind.. And listening to it is really the way to go, but its truly is fantastic.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Z2OZT41GUQK9?ASIN=0439023521	Incredible!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Absolutely amazing series of books. Don't think about buying this, just do it! The only regret I have is that there aren't any more books!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KHVPLBVH0ZTF?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was amazing! It was one of those rare books that has a little bit for everyone. I could not wait for the third book to come out.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MWT2U6D0Z56X?ASIN=0439023521	Jdjdjshsjsnxxxxxxxxxxxxxx	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Sky sex has some have gizzy videos have good videos have videos has burys bicth videos has his just I :-/the bicth videos guys have gizzy</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3V6KCIT2HOQVG?ASIN=0439023521	good reads	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">enough intrigue and action to keep you interested. An entertaining book, better than the movie. So read it even if you watched the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11K62JNWSLD9S?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome book. Excellent author! Make sure you read the other two books and see the movies. Great series and I dont ever read series books</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RV5OSJRGZVKFP?ASIN=0439023521	good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Entertaining book. Author writes well but enjoyed Harry potter series more. Made for entertaining movie. Would recommend as a short read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NZDHA5FRJE8A?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is an excellent book and fit very close to the movie.  Lots of action to keep you in suspense.  I can't wait for Book 2.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SNPBEN39AZLK?ASIN=0439023521	I should have read this first	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie before I read the book so I knew what was coming. That unfairly made the book less exciting to me. I did enjoy it though.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37GTAA2NPDAF3?ASIN=0439023521	good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Disappointed in the way the book ends. The author just leaves it like the next chapter should start. Wasn't great but was better than ok.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2AUOT5HYBJ4CN?ASIN=0439023521	couldn't put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was completely engrossed from start to finish. The surreal world and relationships engulfed my imagination throughout the entire novel.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2F5UERQDJ8GL8?ASIN=0439023521	GREAT BOOK	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought this was an awesome book.  I couldn't put it down and I was completely taken from the beginning. Can't wait to read the others.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2V27V7D13NAJK?ASIN=0439023521	perfection	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't read books. I don't like to read at all. But I couldn't put this book down. I had to keep reading and find out what happens next.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROCA8LA1DCDAC?ASIN=0439023521	Great book and very different but it kept me very interested!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed the book and have ordered the following two also.  It was very different than what I usually read which are mysteries, usually.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/REFI520QELGHO?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games, Book One	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I LOVE The Hunger Games!!!!!!! It's a stunning book! If you like survival books or television shows, even both, this is the book for you.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17LFI0S5YNH47?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Haven't seen the movie yet, but very very happy that I could relate the characters to their movie cast. Can't wait to start the next one!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QYEW59MXC2FL?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger Ahmed	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Epic, fresh, adventurous, courageous. This was the by far best book I have ever read, and it won't be the last time I read it for sure!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YC6LC12D9178?ASIN=0439023521	amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This series of books is amazing!  I was gripped from the first word to the last...  I love this series, the characters are so relateable!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YRN5HDYB8UJ5?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing plot & addictive	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">No sex naive and future of Earth hopefully better than portrayed but realistically a possibility.<br/>Definitely worth reading by adults</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9BSNOK74EC97?ASIN=0439023521	Well written	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was very well written, my mom had to keep telling me to put it down and do homework. Very intense I would steer clear of young readers</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CJV6OFDEQ7TC?ASIN=0439023521	Susan Collins	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger games is addicting, I have to read the rest of the series!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I admit that book was violent but, epic!!!!!!!!!!!!!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NJ3LKU3X9D5R?ASIN=0439023521	Wanted to read what the kids are reading....	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Surely kept my interest.. Didn't plan to read all three, but kept going on.  Don't want to see the movie, books left much to imagination.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HW8VBHZVKQJX?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved it! I couldn't put it down it was just speechless &amp; I would recommend this to everyone ages from 9-older. Great book!!!!!!!!!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10MZX1P9FHIOP?ASIN=0439023521	Saw the movie, the book was better	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed the movie, but the book was better.  I think reading the book after seeing the movie brings the characters more to life.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2EG4N0U5IWSHV?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I truly enjoyed this book! My 8th graders wouldn't stop talking about it and NOW, I have another way to relate to my academic babies. :-)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XCLR9S5AADBE?ASIN=0439023521	Outstanding	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a very good read. I couldn't put it down. It was the first book I've ever actually enjoyed that was written in the first person.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LUKBWU4ZDY9O?ASIN=0439023521	excellent a must read!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">a definite page tuurner which is the name of my book we really enjoyed the book.<br/>this book keeps you on the edge of your seat!!!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8VBF1OF20AI1?ASIN=0439023521	LOVE THIS BOOK	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could barely put this book down since the moment it was delivered to my Kindle. I'm so happy that I got it. Thank you, Suzanne Collins.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JMUBHFVD74QI?ASIN=0439023521	Perfect	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have seen the movie and then read the book, the movie was good, and the book is even better. Also, I really like to read it use Kindle,</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RV4VYBI4XJXZ?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful shipping and a great price for a good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was in mint condition and sold for nearly 10$ in stores but here its only 5$ Its a great book and everyone's reading it BUY IT!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R101W89ZLROIU0?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have read quite a few books in my time but this hunger games is one of my favorites and I can't wait to read the next one in the series</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10PEBW4T4YORS?ASIN=0439023521	awesome survival	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i love this book because it haves so ny details ais that i could not stop reding this book. this is my rop book for all the books i like.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1R7WAZA1S2ONZ?ASIN=0439023521	Hard to Put it Down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I started reading it yesterday afternoon and will finish tonight, and that is after I worked all day. Best book I've read in a long time.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Q2ANMH8E65IA?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book!!!  Would highly recommend! Can't wait to read book two and three! Easy read. Saw the movie, great too but love the book more.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RD7BT4EBTM6SN?ASIN=0439023521	I was amzing book I loved it. Collins did a great job.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was one of best books I have read with Caching Fire and Mockingjay up there too. It such a good book. I think ever one should read it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R148I47F4Q3KBQ?ASIN=0439023521	great book until the end	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book was amazing almost as good as the twilight saga until the last few pages Idespratey hope the end of catching fire isnt as sorry</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CNEKTNATQU2T?ASIN=0439023521	Love this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought this book was great! I had to then get the sequel to read immediately.  I am now impatiently waiting for the movie to come out.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DI6QHYU87JT8?ASIN=0439023521	fantastic!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What an amazing book! I couldn't put it down and cannot wait to see the movie. I suggest you read this book! You will not be disappointed</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3O88UMSP4OI5R?ASIN=0439023521	Best Book Ever!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutly loved this book! It was one of the best books I have read in a while! This was different from all the other books these days.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZQQ598OJJ2T1?ASIN=0439023521	beautiful_love	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book! It was great! very interesting and had me not wanting to put it down! It's a must read if you love distopia teen books</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BNTVYITFI16K?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome book!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book it really pulled me into the story and into the world of Panem. It's unique and suspenseful.. Just an awesome 1st book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PV39IAGWDIPR?ASIN=0439023521	Interesting... NOT FOR KIDS	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was interesting, morbid, easy read.<br/><br/>I would not allow my child to read this book, way too brutal. Maybe a 15+ year old child.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28OJAR58DZ3SW?ASIN=0439023521	Started Book Three today!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I also could not put this book down. Book two took a little longer to read but still very good. I can't wait to see how book three ends.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RM9JHIQ6HJZO?ASIN=0439023521	Tween Book?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hi,<br/>My name is Emily and im 12. I was wondering is this a youth book or not because my mom is pertective of what i read. Please respond!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1W1IL9FJUZ5RN?ASIN=0439023521	Incredible Trilogy!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">All 3 of these books are amazing!!!  Original and gripping right from the start.  I couldn't put down and I highly highly recommend!!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HK04KWNZD93A?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games. Could not stop reading!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of the most interesting and engaging books i have ever read. It gave me a few heart attacks along the way, but is well worth reading.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LXGJXH99KMPK?ASIN=0439023521	Fun but Unoriginal	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book and liked the pace and action but the character development and easy descriptions started to get on my nerves.  It made me realize that I wasn't plagiarizing when I did a different twist on Lord of the Flies when I was younger.  I wasn't plagiarizing but I was being very UNORIGINAL.<br/><br/>Its all been done.  Its pretty predictable even for people who have not read Battle Royal.<br/><br/>I did like the pace and it was fun.  Its great for older teenagers and young adults I guess but it couldn't be more unoriginal.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30CII1PD95OMI?ASIN=0439023521	Pretty good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great books<br/>minecraft glitches on Xbox live in dead island of skydoesminecrafts the military base @nd stuffing and I play ifit will</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1EO27NIUXXXEW?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games book 1	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Thought this book was full of action romance and victory it was one of the best books I have ever read I can't wait to read the next one</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PN452QHERJAC?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love the book great story the first couple of chapters are a bit boring but once you get deep in to the book you can't stop reading it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BMJBED6P5YLD?ASIN=0439023521	Just as entertaining as the movie!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Even though I saw the movie and already knew what was going to happen, this was still a real page turner! Reading the second book now :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VJBCRIDUPWIO?ASIN=0439023521	Great Holiday Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have been meaning to read this novel for quite some time and I have not been disappointed. Time to get on with the rest of the series!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3EJ6CFTTEEQWN?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">loved it. captured me from the first line. and held me all the way through and left me wanting more what more can you ask for in a book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OR79557BL7S8?ASIN=0439023521	I love this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I chose this rating because I loved the movie and the book is even more awesome  love this book can't wait till I get to the second book</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CK1GKHUJNFW8?ASIN=0439023521	Really good.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">All of the Hunger Games books were great.  If you have any urge to read them, go for it.  Now only if they'd finish those movies faster.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12HRA1JQ0TEP9?ASIN=0439023521	More!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I can't wait till the sequel!  Very believable.  Characters well developed.  Also the author has given the reader an interesting world..</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ACEVHIASG1N1?ASIN=0439023521	Very well-written and suspensful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I knew everyone raved about this book, and it did not dissapoint.  The descriptions are vivid, and your really get inside Katniss' head.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TV4AUD5DATW2?ASIN=0439023521	Little late	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I finally got around to reading the hunger games and it was well worth it. I really enjoyed it and am looking forward to Catching Fire!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12LR0OL9F1IEX?ASIN=0439023521	Served it's purpose.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My son needed it for a school project. He liked it, so I'm happy. The shipment was on time and book was in excellent condition.  Thanks!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6G7VNSFHZ1EQ?ASIN=0439023521	Great contition	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was in great condition when it arrived.  Unfortunately, I haven't had the time to read it yet.. But I'll be able to eventually.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UPMQSGTTQFO?ASIN=0439023521	Thank you	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I think it's irritating that I'm forced to make a comment.  Why can't I just hit the 5 stars?  Really, I have to type X number of words?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21CGMFOUAORIU?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wonderful book! Full of action, suspense, and love. Unsuspecting twists and turns. I couldn't put the book down! Finished in just a day.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWX47UNNOLV1S?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was unbelievable. I started reading and I couldn't put it down! It had so much action, adventure, and drama. I give it 5 stars</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TLM94CHS24YE?ASIN=0439023521	AWESOME!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was such a good book, it keeps you intrigued and interested throughout-and the movie was AMAZING: This book is worth it for just $5</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RPCCUX775FYZ?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book!  I bought it to read for myself after seeing all the teens enjoying it.  I must admit, it kept my interest.  I recommend it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MNUMBC4TXK8J?ASIN=0439023521	Survivors	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Did Katniss intend to act as if she was in love? I watched the movie before I read the book and I don't even recall the detail of story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JM0HNKZLR1VD?ASIN=0439023521	Engulfed	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have been completely engulfed in this story since I started reading it!  I couldn't put it down. Excited to read the next book already</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SWR5YUU5FD8Z?ASIN=0439023521	Review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It really kept my interest and I kept wanting to find out what was going to happen next.  I couldn't wait long between reading chapters.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SM2BZMTPS7OU?ASIN=0439023521	intertaining	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Alll the books of the hunger games were a fast fun read.  The author really hurried to end the books not at all what I would have liked.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YHMCRXX79LXL?ASIN=0439023521	A Must Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A great story, couldn't wait to get home from work so I could pick up my Kindle and continue with the adventure. Already ordered book 2.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPUUI3DSNPSXB?ASIN=0439023521	You have to read this book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best thing I've read in years! I literally read the whole thing in eight hours! Everyone should experience this thing. It is truly epic!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWTDBMLXB7KI8?ASIN=0439023521	great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved reading this. It was such a good storyline and was really easy to read. It was definitely a page turner. I couldn't put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6D0HIQWD333T?ASIN=0439023521	I thoroughly enjoyed the book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins is a great writer, and I fell in love with the story.  I highly recommend the book!  I enjoyed reading the whole series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CTWQ6WMMC7IY?ASIN=0439023521	a must read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">At first I resisted-thinking these were adolescent type books--but once you start reading you are hooked! Now I have to read the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11SZM9Y1FEBV4?ASIN=0439023521	A Heartbreaker	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a heartbreaking tale. Reader beware. But it's also an extraordinary saga of hope, love, and courage in terrible, terrible times.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UVFD964G82SQ?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read!  Loved the trilogy!  Definitely recommend, but be prepared to not want to put it down until the last line of the third book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11967O7C3TDOQ?ASIN=0439023521	i luved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">it was one of the best books i have ever read! i thought collins gregor series was great, and now she brings out this? utterly amazing.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R364RJBTGE0NM0?ASIN=0439023521	awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i think that this book had a slow begining, but it got better as the book went on. if you like lots of action, this is the book for you.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NQQ45K6RK7QS?ASIN=0439023521	A Masterpiece.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What can I say? A Masterpiece in the world of Young Adult romance, full of action, suspense and tragedy. Loved it from beginning to end.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6I1XCXYQENNC?ASIN=0439023521	awesme. must read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book was so unexpected but so engaging. the story line kept me reading until i finished. i would recommend this book to everyone</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1K6TVIBTLIOWL?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I like everything about the book I choose 5ratings because this story was sad funny and action I recommend this book to Suzanne Collins</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3123ERST1HCFM?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've read this a million times!!! Love this series!!! Unlike a lot of other series, the second and third books are equally amazing!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YRRIUFIB8G36?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Easy read. Very entertaining. Keeps you on the edge. Couldnt put it down. I've enjoyed the entire trilogy, so has the rest of my family</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3Q5GBH5R7SR8P?ASIN=0439023521	love the book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins writes great books<br/><br/>The hunger games is awesome cuz it's not childish and not to scary<br/>It's a good book!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IC2HA30HZMRM?ASIN=0439023521	NICELY DONE	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book!  I would only recommend for teenagers and young adults .  A great book  educate  the young about gratitude and appreciation</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QANG8QYJ29G3?ASIN=0439023521	Best book I've read Ina long time	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very enjoyable , keeps u  wanting to read on. I would recommend it to my students- they soul. E able to relate to  the  sin characters.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCT8KQGBZ6QHB?ASIN=0439023521	Classic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good book just finished it last night very intense and the movie surprisingly follows the book pretty well, unlike the other franchises</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UNGK2PT3U1W6?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger  Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not put this book down. I only wanted to see what asw going to happen next. the book was truly exciting and  attention holdimg.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HXNL699FVLMM?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Such a good story... finished it in hours! :) I couldn't put it down. I loved the writing style of the author and the characterisation!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BRNSYNNZMJ39?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was not on the hunger games bandwagon when the movie came out. but I will have to say this is an amazing read that I will read again!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HAIJW9D2FJ6A?ASIN=0439023521	great series of books....must read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very good series of books to read.  I enjoyed them all thoroughly.  Strong individuals willing to stand up and fight for their freedom.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IX3ABKCFO27Y?ASIN=0439023521	excellent read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed the book and believe it was well written for it's intended audience. Nice critique of our sometimes overly indulgent society.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GPLQ69VBM57Z?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Absolutely a great book but then everyone says that don't they.  Definitely will read the series.  Keeps you on your toes at all times.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCOB0LZRA41OL?ASIN=0439023521	loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Slow start, but once they reached the Capitol, I couldn't put the book down.  I really enjoyed reading this and look forward to book 2.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IBLOP87IHFKK?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is a must read book. Can't wait to read book 2 Catching Fire .  This book kept my interest throughout the entire book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3M5OFOZ4YU3UL?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was a great interpretation of the feelings that movies don't show. Wish I wouldn't have watched the movie first.  Great book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLMUJM0S82ONX?ASIN=0439023521	I loved the book and the movie.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this series of books.  I read all three and saw the movie when it can out.  Of course the book is always better than the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZHP1DPDE72RD?ASIN=0439023521	Awesomeness!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome!!!! Exciting... romantic...action packed.....superb! I can't wait to read the next book and the next and the next... last word.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JS1USYYUHC30?ASIN=0439023521	Highly Recommended	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">An amazing story of how Katniss Everdeen wins the Hunger Games. I never wanted to put the book down and I constantly flipped the pages.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26KPPM4BLJKQ6?ASIN=0439023521	Got better at the end	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Too simple story, characters need to be complex to develop the true underlying motives for their actions, love does not explain it all.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1X774BPZMZG4E?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've read all three of the books. This particular book probably took me two days to finish. A great read. I highly recommend this book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIM0OO4951C37?ASIN=0439023521	Review Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I Loved it and can't wait for sequel. I Especially loved Jennifer Lawrence.<br/>She is polished and amazingly mature at her young age.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JTFPPA8PXWD?ASIN=0439023521	Prophetical	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Living in Venezuela and reading this book is like a travel in time to a hopeless future. Fully recommendable. The film is finally next.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BM81F4SCNU7N?ASIN=0439023521	Wow	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put this book down. Simply thrilling. One of my favorite stories of all time. I give Hunger Games my highest recommendation.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XP4BER7V5O53?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Book is way better than the movie. They gave so much emotion in the book and I fell asleep watching the movie because it was so boring.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20038E0P1IMWE?ASIN=0439023521	Wow! Awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome<br/>Nothing else to be said definitely better then the movie must read very addictive you will not stop reading until the end.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33IMK43BOTXEL?ASIN=0439023521	My experience	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought the book was very well written. Kelly my attention going and going and when it was done my attention never let go. Great book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YDUEF3V1S1BM?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was amazing alot different then the movie but that's a good thing  it gives more detail can't wait to read book two and three</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RSHOL669E4U7?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry For More!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The story is so true to life for the future of our country (the way things are going.)  Catch a glimpse before Book 2 enters the scene.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQ1AHR4S0PWGO?ASIN=0439023521	I'm in love!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is amazing, I could not put it down. I finished it, literally, in 2 days! The suspense, the courage and Peeta! I love him! :D</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2AO5Y61IU3ZYM?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Enjoyed this book from beginning to end! Can't wait for next one!  Would definitely recommend to everyone!  Excited for next movie too.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRT8SM80NMU65?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a welcome escape from reality. Fast paced and easy to finish in a day or two. I'll definitely get the other books in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2483OX6ECRGFZ?ASIN=0439023521	Surprising	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was never one to go with the crowd but I have to admit, the book was worth buying. Take your time reading, you won't be disappointed.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21FTWEYSAQMJY?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't put it down!  It kept me on the edge of my seat the entire time I was reading it.  I must get the other 2 books in this serie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2M93Q6PF78FBI?ASIN=0439023521	Game On!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Grandma shares her password and granddaughter can't stop reading.  A win win win situation.  Now Grandma is going to read the book too!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23KQ55W0PHL8A?ASIN=0439023521	Love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great story, exciting, didn't want to put the book down. Afraid it was going to be to gory, but it wasn't.Recomend this book to anyone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RP6E8Z2WYYALA?ASIN=0439023521	A Great Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm on the third book in the series, that should tell how good this book is.  It keeps you wanting more.  Well written and an easy read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OSZ79BZY9QYD?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is a fast easy read that gets you hooked within the first couple of<br/>chapters. I recommend all three books in the series.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZQZM5OXKAGD0?ASIN=0439023521	great story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this book. The series actually. I read all three in a week. Totally engrossing storyline , solid charcter development.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1INVFF2YYA0HA?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent series of books!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved every minute of this first in a series books.  Read all three in a week.  Even had to see the movie the first weekend it was out!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVFLU9NHDTBZH?ASIN=0439023521	Very good but the not the best	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Nicely written enjoyable read but not on par with classics like Lord of the Rings, the better Heinlein novels, Kurt Vonnegut Jr's work.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27EE6XZA57JL0?ASIN=0439023521	Best Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This series is very good; i would recommend this book to anyone!!  I love the characters, and the romance, and the drama!  Great book!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FCSHW46V2W4N?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was great. You could see the action as you were reading. Recommended this to others and they all loved it. Well worth reading.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XXKQ7H6BLPJB?ASIN=0439023521	Loved the trilogy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">These books were great.  You felt like you were in the arena.  The decisions she has to make were real.  How do I live with my actions?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R330Z1GPUVBGW7?ASIN=0439023521	Great!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I found the Hunger Game series to be very engrossing, thought provoking and extremely hard to put down!  Thanks for the great writing!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FP6IBEYVL88I?ASIN=0439023521	Great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great story. I really enjoyed it. Be sure to read Catching Fire next. It continues the story. This book is not just for kids.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R315TQID6WFDH0?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">it was a great read even though I'd already seen the movie...I saw the obvious differences, but it didn't effect my view of the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XJCQWKD2VBGP?ASIN=0439023521	One of my favorites.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As many would agree this book just draws you in to the story and you have to keep reading. This was an excellent book and a MUST READ.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HO4GCT4XHNS8?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">quick read and captivating every step of the way. Great for kids and adults. this is the second time I,'ve read and it was still great</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYTOCG28QN0UO?ASIN=0439023521	great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Really great book would recommend to anyone who enjoys the films follows plot lines to a key. Would recommend this as a gift to anyone</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VI8UFNI82J2T?ASIN=0439023521	Good book...especially if you are not the typical reader of fiction novels.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As always, reading the books filled in the details not captured in the movie.  Unfortunately, I saw the movie before reading the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22W46DKZ9PLGE?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved everything about the book but Katniss and peta should have got more involved with each other. But the book was still AWESOME!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22E2W87SN7DDY?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved it so much that I couldn't put the book down! Read it in only 2 days! So excited to read 'Catching Fire' and 'Mockingjay' now!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R337O1R4XKWUCE?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Thrilling. Scary because it could be our future. A real page Turner, I didn't want to put it down. Can't wait to read the second book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WSRA1BSZYXNF?ASIN=0439023521	amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing book<br/>Pretty accurate to the movie in my opinion<br/>Its definitely a must read<br/>I look forward to reading the others</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RV68F1YPN236Q?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put it down until I had completed it!  Great suspense and drama.  This is a must-read!  Keeps you on the edge of your seat.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26S6F2QB8YYAV?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wonderful and I am sure that you should read it too.  Really enjoyable and descriptions are marvelous.  Nice visualisation.<br/>Done.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14PAFLR2OD64H?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Absolutely loved it! It was very hard for me to put down! Definitely worth reading! I guarantee there will not be disappointment!!! :)</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIWQ4X3QV5QBA?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't Put This Book Down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After watching the movie, I decided to read the book.  I was not disappointed! This is one of the best books I've read in a long time!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RK5H8S5J0OZJT?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Captivating...it is a good easy read..enjoyed this book immensely. i can't wait to read the rest of the series..I highly recommend it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UGNSJYB2BEVI?ASIN=0439023521	Fabulous Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book! I loved the way the author described the environment, the situation, and the way she describe Katniss Everdene`s feelings.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27F779SKWD2VX?ASIN=0439023521	Great!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Still love this trilogy - and this is the best of the 3!!  Many good lessons to be learned from this series and they are well written!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PAFSIJ371MUZ?ASIN=0439023521	Really good book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you like reading books with your eyes, this is the book for you. You can read it while riding a bike or riding on a different bike.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WM8INB8FBTEQ?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book is action filled. Also has romance and suspence!I've read the entire series and can't wait for all of the movies to come out.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LB3RJIYWQGHF?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My son was reading this book with his 8th grade class. He was able to highlight and read with the kindle.The book is full of suprises.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1140YOJXE1UHA?ASIN=0439023521	So good.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved this story. I'd like to see it all from Peeta's point of view. I really recommend this book, you really fall for the characters.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNPEYTOBC9P6F?ASIN=0439023521	Great series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I would recommend this book.  Well written and I love the details that the author gave.  Made it easy to visualize what was happening.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMHT5PBT7OXWV?ASIN=0439023521	Read this in 2 days!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't put this down!<br/> Great suspense and story of survival. Imagine living in a world where death was the o my way to survive!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RD65PTKSWTR5V?ASIN=0439023521	Easy, quick read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very easy read. Perfect pacing so you're never bored. Not a crazy amount of depth, which could be bad or good depending on the reader.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8QT4J837AH4Y?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I think this book is awesome it makes me wanna keep reading on and on and on,I feel as if everything is real I feel as if I were there</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R105I5RE4R2Z92?ASIN=0439023521	LOVED IT	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">if i wasnt so busy with everything going around i would sneak away for hours to read the rest of the books.... and i will get there :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIE98J6MZEV47?ASIN=0439023521	I Liked It	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book has held me captive since last Sunday. Even though I saw the movie it was great. Now I'll move on to the next in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1H2T0D5BEHKX3?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger vs	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This a good book with no filthy language.<br/>I recommend it to all from teens up.<br/>This book holds your interest from the start.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BCDHK1T0SB8R?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is AMAZING! The characters are so life like you feel like you know them. When the games get intense you get nervous for them</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18B4S2O53QCC7?ASIN=0439023521	captivating book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was afraid to read this,but ended up loving it.  I kept reading every spare moment.  I plan on reading the next book in this series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PU3UZR9TXEYL?ASIN=0439023521	easy read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">An interesting concept, and it keeps you turning the pages... not exactly the height of literary genius, but entertaining nonetheless.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3802FQ6ERZ059?ASIN=0439023521	Great Story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Never thought I'd be a fan of young adult stories but I read this one because of the movie. Rekindled my love of reading. Great story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HJPGREQDGKG?ASIN=0439023521	Captivating	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I found this story to be very captivating and it held my attention throughout - I guess I am going to have to read the others now! :-)</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JWBASKBMLIWN?ASIN=0439023521	The Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i read the Hunger Games but the first part was so boring and i did not get it at all ,but now i understand it most of the time anyway.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RAX0OLCV7VY7Z?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was excellent reading. I couldn't put it down. Kept me on the edge.<br/>I couldn't wait to get the next book in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2K3UV27GX9BRP?ASIN=0439023521	1ST HUNGER GAME BOOK	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">GREAT PRICE. GREAT BEGINNING BOOK THAT MAKES YOU WANT TO READ ON TO THE NEXT ONE.<br/>GOOD STORY AND I'M NOT A SCI-FI READING PERSON.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHRK8YDNB7PKU?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is amazing. I bought it for kindle and I loved it. Once you finish this one you won't be able to wait to start the next one!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23K8FXEE2GRXY?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book and series was amazing. Great for all kinds of readers! It has so many twists to keep you guessing.... one of my favorites !</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3N1QOP2WE8H2V?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is a great read, once you get into a few chapters its hard to put down. I would recommend this book to anyone age 14 and up!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXMKFD8V9KRO4?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games=fantastic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is one of my all time favorites. I haven't been hooked on a series this much since twilight and I was in love with twilight.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROXAXP67E04XS?ASIN=0439023521	Amazon, thank you!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fantastic story telling! Couldn't put this book down! Ordered rest of series...I am hooked! Katniss is my new hero, strong and fierce!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3N84FXBOL9H2F?ASIN=0439023521	Great series! Can't wait for the movie!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After reading the summary, I was not sure about the plot. Wow, was pleasantly surpassed how fast I read all three books! Great story!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1F866N24C7T5R?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A coworker recommended this book. I downloaded the sample &amp; quickly fell into the story.  I have now recommended it to all my friends.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R352CF9O0MJUG2?ASIN=0439023521	well worth reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have been reading fantasy and science fiction for years and this is one of the best so far. The Capital is still punishing the population of Panem for uprising that happen over 70 years ago.Katniss takes her sister's place in the gamest to save her life.Over the series you see how she changes and sees the world around her also change.There are some other series that have strong female characters<a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Green-Rider/dp/0756405483"">Green Rider</a><a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Skinned-Skinned-Trilogy/dp/1416936343"">Skinned (Skinned Trilogy)</a><a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Uglies-The-Uglies/dp/1442419814"">Uglies (The Uglies)</a>.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHPANK58WAYG3?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My husband and I read the first book, and couldn't put it down. We quickly went through the next two books. The characters and the story line literally jump right out of the book. Couldn't wait for the next few moments to read some more. Wish there was a ""prequell"" so we know how all the characters became who they were. Our only problem is, now what do we read? Do yourself a favor. If you love supense, action, future, and even some love, get this book, you have to read all 3, in order. Loved it, LOVED IT!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PMR8B5AFFSZQ?ASIN=0439023521	Don't bother reading comments. Just get it. It was incredible.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was amazing. Heard a lot of people say it was very gory. I did not find it to be so and I do not like to watch gory movies.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JZUPAEYBHYXO?ASIN=0439023521	superb series, and thrilling read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i think the best part of the book is how at the end of day we are driven by basic needs, and what we forget when we go up the ladder.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6821PBBZDJB8?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read for science fiction and fantasy fans. Well developed characters with a lot of depth. This is a very hard book to put down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLR09YGVAHRII?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games is a great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Phenomenal book highly recommend for anyone who enjoys a good adventure. The book is thrilling and keeps you on the edge of your seat</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1R305XZQHUKUZ?ASIN=0439023521	delicious adventure and drama	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Entertaining and good reading for the teenage granddaughter.  I enjoyed it too. Kept me hooked right to the end. I give it Five Stars</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XGCG4CPIX04X?ASIN=0439023521	Fascinating and gripping	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was immediately immersed in Collins world and story... I can't wait to see were the second and third books brings these characters.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PBC2G54GODOX?ASIN=0439023521	Kept me interested...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">well written. can't wait for the next one. great for your kid's. why there is a minimum amount of words required for this baffles me.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3C6PSKEHHWX1Q?ASIN=0439023521	Good Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don`t usually read this genre of books. The story line kept me turning pages. I will read the rest of the trilogy, it was that good</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21WF2LVA62RQ0?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read. Exciting and totally believable. Can't wait to read the next one. This is the first time I have read a book in this genre</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2E5I8KHI7E74A?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fascinating!<br/>Kept wanting to read and I love Peeta !<br/>I am going to start book 2asap! I really think<br/>This could happen.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FC5K9M6AESXY?ASIN=0439023521	it was fine	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Not bad kinda predictable but a fun read. I do recommend to others.  I thought I would get all three books like wtf. It says trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4VSW9QKVE00Q?ASIN=0439023521	ok...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fast read and interesting story.<br/><br/>There is not much political aspects to it as the movie. Good read, lets see the next one!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PIZCH9267H25?ASIN=0439023521	better than the movie, the book always is!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Easy reading. Read book after seeing movie and gives great illustration of the Settings and chararacters. Probably best of the series</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFV088FFWW243?ASIN=0439023521	fun book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Thoroughly enjoyed it. I recommend it.  Kept me on the edge of my seat.  If you liked the novel ""Donor 23,"" you'll like this.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25AZ73QXHGD2V?ASIN=0439023521	Well worth the time and money spent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Incredibly good and addictive, very hard to put down. Quickly became one of my favorites. Would recommend to anyone who likes to read</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RRKCZXOCVHEW?ASIN=0439023521	Ehhh....	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Overall, the story line was okay, but it doesn't give enough details. And, the romance was too sappy. Sorry, but that's what I think.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R233MNHL5F1HV5?ASIN=0439023521	I was sad when it ended	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was the best book i have ever read<br/>it was so entertaining<br/>it has action love pretty much everything a book should have</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RC0WOE9ICNK7L?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was simply amazing,one of the best books I 've ever read. I love that action and the love story between the two star cross lovers.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GNJAQX7TJ1IC?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games book part 1	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a really good book and I really like it😄😃😀😊😉💛💙💜💚❤💗💓💖. Ideally like it . It's awesome. It's excellent. Gorgeous to.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12ZNUHNMQAC1S?ASIN=0439023521	4 STARS FOR THE HUNGER GAMES	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Will read all sequels.  Very descriptive of locations and characters.  Hoping to read many more books by the author, Suzanne Collins.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36P4G1C6OG6P6?ASIN=0439023521	exciting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">loved the world of the first book. This one was more depressing. I hope the last book is more uplifting as life is depressing enough!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14UCXDHF3SS3Q?ASIN=0439023521	LOVED IT	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">At least everyone liked it. Who wouldn't???? I LOVED it. Best book EVER!!!!!!  Goats LOVED it...<br/><br/>-Chloe<br/>( 10yrs. Old)</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LCXX2PRGWQ13?ASIN=0439023521	Glad I went with the recommendation of all the reviews. Well worth reading!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was very different and hard to put down, I have already started reading the other Hunger Games book and would recommend this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RV8Y5K15QSMT?ASIN=0439023521	My daughter suggested this book, I wasn't disappointed!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Saw the movie 1st, and was impressed how close it was to the book, although the book gave more detail.  I couldn't put the book down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HRIB40IXW53N?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love this series, it is also a captivating story line with great characters.  It will keep you reading to find out what happens next!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RP4E0N25W6L9N?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent read. The author puts you into the story and keeps you there. I would definitely recommend this book to my reading friends.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCGPZKP1JZOXV?ASIN=0439023521	Movie 4 stars, book 5 stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">While the movie was entertaining, this book pulls you into the world of the Hunger Games completely. So much more than the movie was.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXV9HRAB19S3T?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the best of the trilogy. Exciting, compelling and extremly thought provoking. This book made me eager to read the entire set.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LZP3I660I4D9?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put this book down,  great detail love the way it came across in my head &amp; then to see the movie made it that much better.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBL5NOQZ9GATR?ASIN=0439023521	Really good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So good. Can't wait for the next book. I'm going to have to break down and buy it. I borrowed this one from the kindle prime library.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1EVKPT9Z8CQLR?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the book. Especially the ending. I think that everybody should read this book. It is amazing.I can't wait to watch the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4NUTR0MWOYHM?ASIN=0439023521	Wow	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What a great book. Romance, adventure, fear, blood, death...What a masterpiece. Definitely get, definitely get. This is a great book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37ENQCKPSRU81?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What a wonderful book!!!! Couldn't put it down!<br/><br/>  This is definitely a must-read! Trust me, you will not be  disappointed!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JE67DBN1C8BD?ASIN=0439023521	Great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Such a great read! Even after seeing the movie before I read the book it had me at the edge of my seat!! Can't wait for the next 2 :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GTVEXNTDYXJ?ASIN=0439023521	the hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very addictive book love the way it captivates my mind would recommend it to anyone cant wait to finish the third book the mockingjay</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JQG7M1D9FKS4?ASIN=0439023521	Good Book, Worth Reading!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Although this is aimed at the young adult market, I would recommend it for any age group.  Wonderfully entertaining and well written.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PKGLKJWL2T3G?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games E-Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This ebook was definitley worth reading.  I loved the book!  I would highly recommend getting and reading this ebook.  Happy reading!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1U0VY36595JMF?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Absolutely fantastic read, can't recommend enough!! Read the complete trilogy in less than two weeks, could not put down!! Just brill</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QVXEKB2VR1DO?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't want to put this book down and couldn't wait to read the other two books in the trilogy, ""Catching Fire"", and "" Mockingjay"".</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MRSU923F899S?ASIN=0439023521	Book i of the series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read the book and then went out and saw the movie - book so much better.  Now to start book 2 hope its as good as book 1. Cannot wait</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RA2WZJGY1KVAN?ASIN=0439023521	OK	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This sample is the only thing I took and it was good. But I did not take the book because I knew that this book would NOT be so good.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/REKIJSSAFV6VF?ASIN=0439023521	WOW!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Finished all 3 books from the Hunger Games Series !! I haven't read anything this captivating since the Twilight Series. EXCELLENT !!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Q2TI3ISTCJXU?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger Games was a great read. The book kept me interested and wanting more, I could hardly put it down. I would recommend to anyone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SVXYO8AU6TYB?ASIN=0439023521	great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book. Thought it was going to be a gory read and almost lost interest. Boy am I glad I kept reading. Recommend it for everyone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2USYSD1GVILFC?ASIN=0439023521	This is a must read!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love love Love this book!!!  So easy to download to my iphone!  Once you start the first book you will be hooked.  Just buy them all!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RAIE97FHB507A?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book is very good...I just would not want to reccommend it for children under the age of 13 or 15...because of the battle scenes.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2G9EHOMGMH5UW?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games Review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was a very good read. Not something I would normally read, but I throughly enjoyed it. So much I have ordered the 2nd book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2K1NYNO40WFIQ?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My 12 year old son loves this book, he tells me everything he reads. Hes reading 2-3 chapters daily. He cant wait to read the others.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROV8TE6STZXDY?ASIN=0439023521	EPIC!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i could never put it down. i would reccomend this book to anyone looking for a non-stop page turner.I &lt;3 THE HUNGER GAMES!!!!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2A0UZ93S8JZQ1?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">An amazing book, truly captivating and well written. The story is timeless and is soon to be made into a movie to hit the big screen.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R44990U841P3B?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a FANTASTIC book (and a great series)! I couldn't put it down! If you're a fan of YA literature, then you'll love this book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39IY62C3XY9?ASIN=0439023521	good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I heard it was a great book but not appropriate for kids in elementary school. Hope you enjoy THIS FANTASTIC LITERATURE EXPERIENCE!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29RS5BKNXULJV?ASIN=0439023521	Hard to Put Down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was a joy to read.  As others have mentioned, the story is so compelling you'll lose sleep staying up to late finishing it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3E2K76SFV6STX?ASIN=0439023521	Hungger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is an outstanding read. It holds your interest right to the end. I would not be surprised to see this on the big screen one day.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSTSCWZ4Y1EIO?ASIN=0439023521	UHHH all i ccan say is W-O-W	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">you know how there is good books and great books.... well this book is a hundred times more than that. i cant wait to read the series</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PNIOMBMU8RD6?ASIN=0439023521	a AWESOME	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i love this book so much. it has a mixture of action sadness and romance. i would recomend this fo anyone. this book changed my life.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35NDHRUDD8UCG?ASIN=0439023521	Suzanne Collins ROCKS!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As a devoted Gregor series fan, I was very excited to read this book. It did not disappoint.  I wish I could give it a hundred stars!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RV4801L2FX4D2?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was great. The author really pulls you into the story and feelings of the characters. I already pre-ordered the next book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCKCL3DHJ295W?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Once you start reading this first book, it will be hard to put down any of the series. The concept of these Hunger Games is barbaric, but the author Suzanne does an excellent job describing things in a way so that they are not gruesome at all. She is an excellent author that will keep you awake at 4am reading this book. Its a great story about families who help each other, and a spin on the traditional love story. I'm in love with this series, and wish the auhor would write more.This book is a necessity.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLJMLT4FR4W0W?ASIN=0439023521	Bad	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I choose this rating because it was not very exciting. I did not like this book at all. Who would I recommend this book to is nobody</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1N3II5RULK1A7?ASIN=0439023521	Stellar	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">well written, engaging, took me to that adolescent, coming of age period. I would recommend this for someone looking for a fun read.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFLARSJOM19KB?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was amazing.I love the whole series. I stayed up hours reading it and it just kept getting even better the farther I went.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2AL1EP58V860L?ASIN=0439023521	great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very well written and descriptive. Excellent story line and twists. A must read for anyone who appreciates science fiction writting.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2INHRHWL7H9VJ?ASIN=0439023521	O My Gosh...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I can't believe it... happened again.... oh my gosh.. rue... glimmer.. rue... rue... rue... the train... peeta... gale... prim... no</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROFLZCNXFF2FU?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I think my favorite part was when Katniss put flowers around Rue's body. I just got a really good gentle image of that I even cried.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UULTL4LKHTF3?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is one of the best books I have ever read it is so cool.  I recommend this book to everyone I can't wait to see what happens next</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1E7DE7XEF50V1?ASIN=0439023521	Great story.....	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is as very well-written book, which I couldn't seem to put down.  Will start book II today so I can find out what happens next!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MZCIUEO8YJBI?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I chose a 5 because it felt like you were actually in the book with Katniss and Peeta. I can't wait for the second book to read!!!!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20107STH1K7GK?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">a great read I actually to visualize the whole country visas drawn in an couldn't put the book down! can't wait to read the next two</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IKEAF6E64R6C?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book rocked. I loved the detail and can't wait to read the second book<br/>I loved the action,romance and the plot. Great job!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWTTB311JTVO4?ASIN=0439023521	a masterpiece	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't stop reading it! From the moment I picked it up I had the hardest time putting it down I can't wait to read the nest one!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1C0AIUZ1BGQDH?ASIN=0439023521	amazing ! read it three times!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great beginning to a wonderful series. I read them all three times. They get better each time, something new always catches my mind.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3URT5KJ01IWXA?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I recommend this book to everybody above age 10<br/>Amazing adventures. I really hope that many people would read this amazing book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39XZMIBXJ89EH?ASIN=0439023521	Not my usual choice of story.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very good but not my usual type of story.  Enjoyed it and read it 2 times. Haaven't gotten to the next book yet but will do so soon.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34RLYDFF054PL?ASIN=0439023521	Just loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I just love The Hunger Games trilogy! I just love these books and how Suzanne Collins wrote them. I deffently recommend these books.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JHXTJQDQU8L?ASIN=0439023521	the hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">it is ok jk i love it so much but my mom wont let me have the book hunger games and seen the firs movie its sooo good not wonderfull</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6AQZ2SRITMRG?ASIN=0439023521	INTENSE READING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Just about everyone has seen the film.  The reading is very good and it's the type of book you lend to your friends for the weekend.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24MAE4OZE4JK5?ASIN=0439023521	a great read but bloody violent.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Killing kids or kids killing each other and some of the graphic scenes I don't think are kids appropriate<br/>The whole story could</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IJD2CSBSFLBL?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderfully written!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I can't wait to read the next 2 in the series!  Guilty pleasure, but very entertaining.  No complaints.  I really enjoyed this book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15ULXYOE67QI3?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent read, holds ones attention from cover to cover. Plenty of action. I highly recommend this book to all who enjoy adventure.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R234I3AZZZWHQ4?ASIN=0439023521	AWESOME	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was one of the best books I have read, and believe me, it would take weeks to pronounce the names of all the books I have read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28UY7WYSL1JA0?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book changed my life in a way. Suzanne Collins might be the best author yet! But if you see the movie, it just makes it better.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QQC85LZ4E7BI?ASIN=0439023521	Actually very good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a very good read and I went into it with extremely low expectations. I am definitely going to read the rest of the trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18TVWKO3ZQ7SX?ASIN=0439023521	Fabulous read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Almost  couldn't put it down. Can't wait to read the full story. Engrossing characters and ever changing story line hold you captive</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQD4QL6FH87YQ?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Pretty good book. Took me no time to read. Definitely worth reading over watching the movie. overall,I would recommend it to others.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2L04E9A63C2H?ASIN=0439023521	Fonda fun	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great  book, will gladly read the next two books.  Will  recommend this book to a my friends and family.<br/><br/>Will read again.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2M7O6UNV062GY?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was absolutely intense and was  very well plotted<br/>And was well worth reading couldn't put  it down once I picked it up</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CFRKHNUW4W25?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this book the emotion sucked me in and the action kept me interested trough out the story i strongly recommend this</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12TWJHCMK0B66?ASIN=0439023521	I loved it.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was completely amazing. I knew it was a good read but I didn't expect it to be so captivating! Buying the second book now!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SWSWZ8T6FGH8?ASIN=0439023521	Loved It	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Took me in from the first chapter. Just 'borrowed' book 2. Have Prime so it is free to borrow the books. Great Deal, Great Books!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3T5JSUQKMQ0M?ASIN=0439023521	Too Predictible	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very disappointing for the hype.  When the story teller is the key character, you pretty much know how things are going to turn out!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IM0LLHPY7A0R?ASIN=0439023521	Kick ass book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't stop reading it!!! Very good Story line and character imaging. I had to buy the second and third book this one was so good.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YPDNDQEQRJXT?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put the book down, read it in my spare time and now I'm on the second book. Awesome trilogy. I would highly recommend it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2K4XXFAXJN96X?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great Book and great movie.  Not just for teens.  Creative antiwar statement about sacrifiicing our youth when we send them to  war.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34AJD6TFS0R9E?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My son, age 10, loved reading this book series! I reccomend this series to all pre-teen readers (it was not scary according to him).</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R101Y2G1TVVMAO?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really liked this series of books, read them all on my Kindle which I also love. Very interesting plot and I loved the characters.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJ7J14G0DDRWK?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">best book ever. i can imagine it all in my head.<br/>it was well thought out and it made me keep reading.i could never put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGPKNQ26Z8PN4?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games is a great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is a quick easy read. The story line hauls you in and holds you until the end,,, entertaining and leaves you wanting more.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BR029IMKOXDN?ASIN=0439023521	None	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">could'nt put it down. read all 3 in 2 weeks! another good one you should read is THE SOLAR WIND SEARCH WITH AUTHOR LAURA E. COLLINS.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36G3CR54DYIZ6?ASIN=0439023521	Great!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A great dystopian book. Although, I liked the first two books better, this is still a great series. I can't wait to watch the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDRRZZVBNL8NA?ASIN=0439023521	amazing book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">fantastic book!  all the hunger games book are great so far.. i am about to get to the third one and the anticipation is killing me!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33TGF2FRH5L38?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Keeps you on the edge of your seat.  The second book felt a bit like ""filler"" material but still kept me interested.  Great trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLL5N1N1M8VNR?ASIN=0439023521	Page Turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Interestimg characters and good story. i read it in one day. it will make a great movie someday. can not wait to read the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFO77G3BKIKMU?ASIN=0439023521	Surprising	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hate the premise but found it captivating.  Good character development and descriptions.  Looking forward to the rest of the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWILOMPDF65R8?ASIN=0439023521	Daisy Q.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was absolutely wonderful! I reccomend this for anyone who loves a heartstopping,suspesful,entertaining,and romantic story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18V6RPH9IBGDS?ASIN=0439023521	Such a Disappointment	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought the first third of this book was very good.  Collins did an excellent job creating a very likable and strong heroine in Katniss.  However, the whole idea of kids killing kids was lost on me.  Our children are inundated with so much violence and gore, that it would be nice to have seen this novel avoid the violence.  Granted, Collins avoided the extreme graphic detail that one associates with adult novels, but I would not recommend this to any reader under the age of 14 or 15.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LCSVWM44K2O?ASIN=0439023521	Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book! It is by far more detailed than the movie, and well worth the time. Best part was renting it for free on Kindle.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1W3M8939T8VBA?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well all I can say is that it was just another amazing book by Suzanne Collins and I will definitely be reading catching fire again</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R83862L9KFSOP?ASIN=0439023521	Page Turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought the book was very good!  I could not wait to read Catching Fire, which I have completed.  Now I want to watch the movies.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34DK49V7PJNPD?ASIN=0439023521	Love it!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">great story, not the same love story we read all the time....<br/>easy to read and follow, can't wait to read the second wind book</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27CLWREIH580A?ASIN=0439023521	Best story ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Don't rely in what you know from the movie. Such an exciting read. I'm glad it is part of a trilogy because one book was not enough</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R233B2TQMOHXNL?ASIN=0439023521	Relevant	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I do not like writing reviews but since Kindle wants me to.I will. I very much enjoyed the story. Looking forward to the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VAKKLBKNVVD2?ASIN=0439023521	Removes you from every day life	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins is magnificent writer kept me spellbound,riveting. Make you feel like you are there sharing the pain and the glory.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RB51Y6N7D4F2L?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent,by far exceeds the movie!! I watched the movie and loved it, but the book is mind blowing going to reasoning 2 right now.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1REXGBHPHHH4U?ASIN=0439023521	Love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is great for teens to read because it so romantic and full of thrilled actions Katniss does, even when she is with Peeta!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MYIWL3KEWLDH?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazingly written. Great story. Awesome arena and great description . I read it in a matter of weeks because I was into it soo much</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RR1YD32FQQNJ2?ASIN=0439023521	SUSPENSEFUL, BUT UREALISTIC	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The books suspense kept me wanting to keep reading, but the far fetched and unrealistic theme was a little too over the top for me.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QX7YBDLQSQ7V?ASIN=0439023521	Interesting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed the book, it was well written.  But I expected more from the girl other than just talk.  Worth the time invested for fun.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OEC1EYJHPU6L?ASIN=0439023521	I know I am late	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This series has been out forever and I am kicking myself for only just now picking it up!!!  Next time I will listen to the masses.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4YUMLJ3BSO31?ASIN=0439023521	Suspenseful read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Characters are well developed. I am looking  forward to seeing more from this author. You won want to put it down..very suspenseful</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1R0I4AZJZP8SS?ASIN=0439023521	Better read than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Followed along with the movie but definitely had more in the book. Great read, could hardly put it down! Excited for the next book!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TTERWUVFUM2K?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was  good I liked the adventurous hint to it but I didn't like that they had to fight to death probably one of my favorite books</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WZJH4LVSS8MK?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So entertaining, I have no negative things to say about this amazing book. I completely recommend this to everyone, so captivating.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WQUAB2GRJ3D7?ASIN=0439023521	Katniss sacrifices all	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This first book in the three part series is intriguing, thoughtful, and promises more excitement in the succeeding segments. Bravo!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R388UR9RFHEV6K?ASIN=0439023521	Very interesting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed the book even if the premise is creepy.  I would recommend the book to adults. It is hard to stop reading once you start!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZYOL9SPT2LRF?ASIN=0439023521	AWESOME!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book for the very first time and it was a lot better than I thought. It is definitely the best book I have ever read!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R152LZF5TRUGVR?ASIN=0439023521	Five stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was the most emotional and suspenseful book I've ever read<br/>It also showed romance and confrontation I also liked the finale</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Y8SOMFJBZFIV?ASIN=0439023521	Phenomenal	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I can read this book over and over. This book was able to transport me to a place I never imagined. I am so grateful to the author.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WXZOOJ8NDYBN?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read all of them and each and every one of them really held my interest.  I hope Suzanne Collins can come up with more like this.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MN9B60CE99QI?ASIN=0439023521	best book ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Haven't read the hunger games. OMG THEY ARE THE BEST!!!!! They are amazing!! I started the second book. Suzanne Collins is a genius</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NEDGJSC3EIA1?ASIN=0439023521	great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Okay condition a little bit of cover tears but other than that it's alright and finished my collection of the hunger games trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HDWZPZR6OJF4?ASIN=0439023521	A great, quick read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It tends to take me long to read books. I get easily distracted. This book kept my attention and I couldn't wait to get back to it.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3EZ8ZEK8U5MGQ?ASIN=0439023521	Really really good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It keeps  you entertained and it doesn't get boring! I would recommend this book to an 8th grader! Fantastic job Suzanne Collins!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27S676GSSEGKE?ASIN=0439023521	Addicting!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Incredible books... I wasn't able to put them down and finished them in no time at all! If you haven't read them yet then you must!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VNC8XG6IXLM9?ASIN=0439023521	Action	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">THIS BOOK HAS A LOT CHARACTER DEPTH AND ACTION. IT MAKES YOU THINK ABOUT THE CURRENT EVENTS THAT COULD LEAD TO SOMETHING LIKE THIS.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KV0ZW2IZQ24N?ASIN=0439023521	Brilliant	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome book definitely read the whole series it is very interesting exciting book series I read the whole series twice a must read</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JUWSZS67RSSU?ASIN=0439023521	Well Done	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Can't wait to begin book 2! Fast reading. Couldn't put it down from the time I started reading. Very entertaining. Would recommend.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8D9A49NU0C3U?ASIN=0439023521	Awesomeness	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome  great book :) can't wait to read the second book :) it was  soooooooo good has very great details one of my favorite books</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3ATTR4K41F3B9?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really liked this book. But it was very well... violent. I would not suggest reading this book unless you are over the age of 12.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JHKFEHQLJWYO?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Gets kinda boreing but it gets better.when I read this I felt picturing the people from the movies.I will be reading catching fire.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26ZBTR4172GNL?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is the  best book ever!!!!!!<br/>I love this book!!!:)<br/>Just plain awesome!!<br/>You should totally read this book!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21YB7M4ZQ1G2A?ASIN=0439023521	The Hungergames	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was absolutely Amazing!!! I loved the close details and story line!!! I would read this book over and over and over again!</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1B61AD7T1KM0D?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm not aloud to watch the move but I'm glad ,it gave me reason to read this!<br/>I'm looking forward to the rest of the series !!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPZF3L9OD4USV?ASIN=0439023521	Loved the series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved the series. Couldn't put any of them down. some nights I was up way past midnight just cause I had to see what happened next.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CGZ1IU6F41G3?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a very fast paced book,if your like me you will want to read if straight thru. I can't wait to read the rest of the series.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R256V37X4INHTP?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is very very good. The ending felt like it left you hanging in suspense! It made me want to read the next one right away!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Q77MY729WRGD?ASIN=0439023521	Incredible!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was probably the best books that I have read in quite a long time! Although it is written in present tense, it is a must read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GMC8EI2FDFQW?ASIN=0439023521	LOVE IT!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was so good! I laughed and cried. it was so suspenseful and was glued to it for hours! I can't wait to read the next 2!!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQYDJL9X2Y506?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing book - loved it, read the second one and loved that - now I'm onto the final book. Easy read, entertaining and rivetting!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RM608HS4UKLBJ?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is not an easy book to read.  Not because of the writing, but because of the content.  Don't recommend reading before bedtime.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IDSLWRN4XCMC?ASIN=0439023521	Exciting read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games was a good book that got better as you got into it.  I am now looking forward to reading the second in the series.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DLFX90SIKOUX?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had not read a book for quite awhile, and this one was a keeper. The last 80 pages were very difficult to ever put the book down.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGHY7UJCICGQX?ASIN=0439023521	Imaginative!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fabulous quick read!  Looking forward to the 2nd book in the trilogy! Better than the movie!  Highly recommended for mental escape!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7CCA8LX6BWWP?ASIN=0439023521	Gripping	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Only just started i.e. on chapter 5 but this book has really awoken my imagination. Not my usual type of book but loving it so far.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DDE59K2BHPQK?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoy the freedom that comes with using my Kindle.  Downloading from Amazon.com was easy and quick.  I'd definitely use it again.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12QQPGM9B90HM?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am a avid reader and loved the Hunger Games. It was a great book and kept my attention until the last page. Well worth the money.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XCQ28CL931R7?ASIN=0439023521	amazing. awesome.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">im eleven and i read this book. its my favorite book ever!!!!!!!!<br/>i recomend every person ten and up should read thhis one!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YR4IC831FBZJ?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's been awhile since I have read such a great trilogy of books.  Can't wait to see the movie and compare it with the book series.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R159KZXCLSLDD5?ASIN=0439023521	Really pulls you in...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is a good story and idea. Most post apocalyptic stories are interesting because we always wonder what our society would be like.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4VM8Q7DS03MT?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book!!! Couldn't put it down and now I'm waiting for a friend to loan me the second one...might have to go out and buy it!!!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R218819HYJCR9?ASIN=0439023521	Fast! Easy! Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It arrived on the predicted date and it came in a good sized package. It was quick to purchase and it came almost as fast. Amazing.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3C13SHWTWUMXR?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book. Also I liked the movie Hunger Games. I loved the book it was awesome thank you for making it you are awesome!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Q2KRP9BW8V5G?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this book and can't wait to read the next one.very original.great read.better than the movie in almost every way.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/REHS3Z6E8OY17?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very easy read, great story line. Loved the characters and how the author described their pasts so well. Excited to read the rest.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQ012KQ5PJOBD?ASIN=0439023521	Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">excellent read. it kept me interested all the way through. I can't wait to read the next one. rate it the best I've read this year</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QVKPNQ535XP9?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was absolutely amazing. I'm not a huge reader,but this book had my attention from start to finish. Starting book 2 now!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3I1XCLBEPASCX?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">loved everything about this story! i definitely can't wait to read the other series! So much action and drama it's my kind of book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GV54FQOT8KAU?ASIN=0439023521	interesting story that keeps the interest flowing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">great characters and even flow tells a relevant story of how governments can rob individuality, and how some can rebel against it.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30LZHCJLRACGS?ASIN=0439023521	Finished!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is awesome.I really loved it. It reminded me of robin hood.It is um.......um........um......i was happy when i finished.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QM7HMRRREYHZ?ASIN=0439023521	great Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great re-readability first person narrative pulled off fantastically great page turner you won't want to put it down! Hunger Games</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38PYSVPAIK335?ASIN=0439023521	great read from start to finish	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Having seen the movie I thought I would be bored by the book but I couldn't put it down. Looking forward to reading the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RMDSNF12X6HW?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fantastic. Read for the second time, in preparation for Catching Fire the movie. You can ""see"" it all as if you've there watching.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2B7KJUIGUJKFS?ASIN=0439023521	Glad I finally read it.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My wife had been telling me for a year to read these books.  I finished it in 2  days. I could put it down.  Page turner for sure.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSN77D7YBE12G?ASIN=0439023521	Best book I recommend this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love it best book I have ever read I my life full of battles romance peeta has true love for katness but she is falling in love.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R838M1UXPV6JS?ASIN=0439023521	amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was absolutely amazing. I loved the description ! When Prims name was pulled out, the description of her feelings were awesome!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RK1W9HPT8FT7X?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed reading this book. I caught myself thinking about it and what the next pages would hold. Excitement and suspense!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FY2ZQ25A0BPS?ASIN=0439023521	Simple	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Truly enjoyed this book. It is a quick, easy read. Action, heartbreak, and love all rolled into one flawlessly put together  book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1T7I45L761JET?ASIN=0439023521	Awful ending!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the first book, liked the second book and hated the third book in the trilogy.<br/><br/>Stop reading after hunger games.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FYIHXK0VTBNE?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Even though I saw the movie first it didn't take anything away from the book I absolutely loved it! I highly recommend this series</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XQE1N39WD9HJ?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Riveting from the start to finish. Could not put the book down. Have purchased the next book in the series<br/><br/>Easy reading</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VLQOQHN8P5I9?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I found the book to be better than the movie.  The aurthor is great as well.  Hope all will enjoy as I did.  Love my kindel books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CWO06TFBYABM?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a good read. The ending seemed to try and wrap up things quickly. Thankfully I didn't have to wait to read the second book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ALIZ3A5WFZTV?ASIN=0439023521	The best book yet!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was so good that I couldn't stop reading until the end of the school day, only until I finished reading it I could stop.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNJY7YTR0OZ3R?ASIN=0439023521	great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed reading this book. it was hard to put down. Filled with lots of action and suspense. I can't wait to read Catching Fire.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RY19HW22MQHU7?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fast moving couldn't put it down routing for all the characters I can't wait to see what happens between the three would be lovers</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2US6C9BJLDN5Y?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely loved this book. Suzanne Collins you have made me love this book all over again because it was my 2nd time reading it</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9OSDT00J572W?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the best book if ever read it is an everybody book after finishing the book watch the movie:) tell your friends to read it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CJKXXFZCN7GS?ASIN=0439023521	Something a bit different	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I always like young protagonists.  This was great even though it stretched credulity more than once. Looking for the nest episode.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PHOS4C1RZ2UX?ASIN=0439023521	Time for book 2	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My husband is blind so I read this book aloud to him.  This was one of the best we read together, as both the reader and listener!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RYTMAH7P9DM5?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Could not stop reading, had to force myself away, finished the book fast and eager to read the next two books. Highly recommended.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PR72KS8X6Y2Q?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Kept my interest from the very beginning even though this is not my normal interest in books. I will definitely read the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MMB4RSGXDR1N?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was amazing with lots of action and just the right amount of romance and the story line was brilliant and one of a kind.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZ3Q8BTWG7SFD?ASIN=0439023521	Loved the series!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My nephew had begun the story while in school and he recommended it to me. I really got hooked and really enjoyed the story a lot!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3F9ZS8BCWE2DV?ASIN=0439023521	hungergamesreview	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Highly recommended reading, very exciting plot. I would read the rest of the series. The book was a good length, very interesting.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MKH1K0ZJIA5U?ASIN=0439023521	A great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After my girls and friends all recommended the book I decided to read it myself.  It was well worth my time.  I really enjoyed it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PYYLNPA47BPH?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent reading.Kept me on the edge of my seat throughout.Could not stop.Read it from cover to cover.Much better than the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKV4PXJL8GN21?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesomeness the most awesome book ever. The best book I have ever read, I don't know how anyone could dislike this fantastic book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JF23FXUXSTRF?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Movie wasn't even close to being as good as the book, I was happy with my purchase can't wait for the sequences to come out on dvd</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPTAYBUPRYI5?ASIN=0439023521	I love the Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had never read the books or seen the movies. I git my kindle and this was the first thing I downloaded and I absolutely love it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RW4CG7B7LYHC3?ASIN=0439023521	Page Turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Kept me engaged and wanting to know what was going to happen next. This was my first book on my Kindle Fire HD - great experience.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2T6Y094CXT3NI?ASIN=0439023521	awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was amazing! I couldn't put it down. I recommend this book for all ages. The trilogy is awesome , I would read it again.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R391MGINS5U3NQ?ASIN=0439023521	Gripping'	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A different kind of story... Love it'. I am in my early 30's and although this is supposed to be a teen novel, I loved it as well.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RB30O0PB66C8M?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wonderful book, well written.  Kept me well entertained on a very long plane ride.  Would recommend to anyone wanting an easy read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1D8AWOKUV3RWR?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Thoroughly enjoyed the story. It tells the story of the ages (people with power and those without). Want to read the whole series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15W8IW14OH9HP?ASIN=0439023521	Breath Taking	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger Games is an amazing book.  If you like adventure acrion and a hint of fantsy this is a good book and the movie is good too.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XHD3PPO360RY?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games Kindle-PC	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">absolutely loved the book...devoured all three of them in the matter of a week. they are the kind of read you just can't put down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLBVNA8UGA2KX?ASIN=0439023521	possibly best book series ever!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i totally luved this book!!! kept me at the edge of my seat. luved it so much i read it in one day. can't wait to read next book;)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YXVLO03SCDUK?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it, loved it, loved it!  A very easy read and kept me interested until the end.  The movie was good, but the book is better.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2G8FHJXW0ET1L?ASIN=0439023521	the hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fascinating topic and scenario. Given that what we imagine, we can create, this is scary stuff. So possible.A great mind provoker.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R175FHO5B58OTB?ASIN=0439023521	Pretty good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Enjoyed the book once I got into it.  Not very literary but the plot is entertaining. Would recommend it for even younger readers.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNHVOIT9Z11YF?ASIN=0439023521	video review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">7th book read in 2012.<br/><br/>Number 66 out of 239 on my all time book list.<br/><br/>Follow the link below to see my video review:<br/><br/>[...]</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RJHKKDWU2M7U?ASIN=0439023521	Thrilling	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">There isn't a single dull moment in the entire book! Suzanne Collins has created an extraordinary piece with a bright imagination.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1E2YXMZJAR8WE?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow! I was really impressed with this book! I could not put it down for just one second! This is truly the best book in the world!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2H0QV6LRFPX0X?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing book, very thrilling and interesting.  i love Katniss and Peeta. i love their romance even though they do not go together.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTAX4952PHYTP?ASIN=0439023521	Can't Put This Series Down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read each book in the series in 2-3 days each. Fast paced and great for any sci-fi or fantasy lover who doesn't mind violence...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PF9EY32EP4D0?ASIN=0439023521	Pretty good reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This story got very interesting later in the book.  It did draw me to purchase the next two in the series.  Can't wait for book 3.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2D7X4KE75SG7S?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book. A good gift for a reader from young adult to adult. A suspense, gripping, yet easy and casual read for entertianment.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCBFS7FCQN47K?ASIN=0439023521	Perfect	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It shows imagery it's perfect for teens and teens I personally love it and it's my favorite book it should be to other people too</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TQZU3NTFLTPI?ASIN=0439023521	Every one knows the sotry	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had seen the movie before reading the book.  But it was still a great book.  More detail than a movie can capture.  Great read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JGB7UEG1KKRC?ASIN=0439023521	Very good adventure and extremely thought-provoking as to the big brother concept	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">finally got around to reading what so many others have been talking about and now I am looking forward to seeing the first. movie</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38DMVY6SJKW9S?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved every page. Love the detail about having to hid. The descriptions  completely pulled you into the game right by their side.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PUR2NTI2E2U2?ASIN=0439023521	hungergames.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">liked it very much, it kept me going and sometimes I lost sleep, as I wanted to find out the next suspense and then how it ended.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NB365EBU238T?ASIN=0439023521	HUUNGER GAMES	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I started to read this book, because my daughter had read them. Now I know why she enjoyed  them.  Can't wait to read the others.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2K3OUM4816YB9?ASIN=0439023521	GOOD BOOK!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">resisted reading these for a long time. don't know why, but I'm definitely enjoying it now. I will continue to read the series...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15DIQ0I2UUP3D?ASIN=0439023521	Great story.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Outstanding reading! Definitely would recommend to friends and family. I couldn't wait to get home from work to continue reading.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2AZE2L2VN2EIN?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very entertaining… nothing else to add…it's a must read for those who like adventure literature... fully recommended for all ages</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LBKW9DN0SK2L?ASIN=0439023521	This is a sick book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read it …Great book ...Read it...It's awesome...I loved it so much...Very emotional read it and you'll see it's a very good book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGFLP05F326DK?ASIN=0439023521	Great story.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The action keeps the story moving without being..overwhelming. Very good story and I look forward to the next book in the series.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36M3HSQ6QAPA7?ASIN=0439023521	great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome just to much scenery details other than th<br/>At very interesting book!  Love katniss! Very romantic love hunger games!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UTHILTE5JKKB?ASIN=0439023521	A real page turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book in about 4 hours. It is an excellent story and extremely hard to put down. I can't wait to read the second book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XTWM0GX45NL?ASIN=0439023521	Greatness	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book. I love the movie, and I'm sure that no one needs this review since just about everyone has probably read this by now.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UNS8DGCG0N7W?ASIN=0439023521	Love it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Such a page Turner!!!!!!  I can't wait to get book two! A great read! Definitely worth reading! I would definitely read it again!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BTDW40650X1J?ASIN=0439023521	Not My Cup of Tea	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I admit I do not usually like ""psychological thrillers"" but the ""kinky sex"" scenes turned me off more than usual.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRLR68LV3XG48?ASIN=0439023521	Great story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is one of those stories that's hard to put down. Well written plus great characters kept me interested from start to finish.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2EWHDGVP8CBWP?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing. Wonderfully written. Can't wait to read the rest of the books about this adventure. Two thumbs up for the girl on fire!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1M5RCCO3GKLSZ?ASIN=0439023521	good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is an entertaining rather simple read that brings a new twist to the age old idea of class societies and government control.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3K25N69M00P8K?ASIN=0439023521	Great novel	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I found the Hunger Games a turning page novel. It kept my interest from page one to the end. I can't wait to read the sequence!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2D794B500NTGZ?ASIN=0439023521	Compelling read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Addictive; have already moved to the second and third books and am ""hungry"" for more.  My daughter is hooked on them too.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RADSSAFOOCMXJ?ASIN=0439023521	good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was soo good if you havent read it yet...it""s deffently worth it!! Suzanne collins did a wonderful job on this book</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R43FTP6C78H0T?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't put it down. I found it to be very entertaining. Can't wait to read the next book. Hope others like it as much as I did.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PF9M53E9RN0X?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was really good until the last book.  Then it seemed she lost interest in her characters.  I would still recommend the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDBSR4NWNHM2A?ASIN=0439023521	A great story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this book.  The story was well told and entertaining.  The characters were very believable.  Truly a great read!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XAZTVFCUY1CL?ASIN=0439023521	Hooked	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read book because daughter was reading it, and now I am hooked!!  We're enjoying reading the series together.  Very well written.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RABPRWZ4JSD4G?ASIN=0439023521	Better then the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Better then the movie! Awesome. For all you fans. This is a must buy. Once you stop you cant stop reading this book. A must read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7MZZVW2MQA7C?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Gives many more details than the movie.  Explaings a lot more.  Definitely a good read.  Highly recommend this book for everyone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35MRJVZORN9UW?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Watched the movie, and liked it, so decided to read the book as always books are so much better. Can't wait to read the next one!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BU7H19L268KB?ASIN=0439023521	creative and rethinkable	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">after finishing reading, i am full of all kinds of feelings, and after all only peacefulness left. it's really worth recommended.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R107CMFL64Q8SV?ASIN=0439023521	The  Experience	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger Games is a book for people  who are able to keep reading when it becomes impossible to put down!  Ready for the next one !</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24JBETL7LHOED?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games 1	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book  makes you stop and think the way things are right now in real life if something like this could happen in the future.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPNBANAJ9WGQ7?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the first series that I had felt myself become part of the story. I love this book. It is one to read over and over again</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Z81D25C4LJZJ?ASIN=0439023521	{jaw drops]	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">the best book i read since i read harry potter actually it is the best book i have ever read.! never could put it down LOVE IT!Â¡</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R282H9W4EL1JUB?ASIN=0439023521	Perfect	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A great read for anyone. Perfectly written forbidden love story. I can't get enough! I just want to read the books over and over.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14M9EGC3KYE9P?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't think I would like this series because of the greusome content, but I loved it!  This book was great, but I loved all 3!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HKUP57CU3VH8?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">WOW!  This book is very entertaining!  Need to escape from reality for awhile??  If so, read this one!  You will be glad you did!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JFARQ01VILXI?ASIN=0439023521	awesome book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">though targeted towards young adults, i loved this book. the characters and scenary were great. must read before seeing the movie</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLADLQ3RHTNX1?ASIN=0439023521	Great Entertainment	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very good story, quite different and entertaining. This kept me on the edge of my seat. Would definitely recommend to my friends.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2APNQ9BKEE5P9?ASIN=0439023521	Great Series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book!  I couldn't put this down once I started reading it.  The rest of the books are just as good as the first one!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38F60HUPNXTH4?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was one of the best books i have read in a long time ..i definitly reccomend it! You will not be able to put this book down!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1X3RT8RED9900?ASIN=0439023521	a must read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i enjoyed the book very much.  looking forward to the movie.<br/>i have since read all the books.  a very good trilogy of books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GE3R9PKDUIW5?ASIN=0439023521	amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Riveting! I could not put it down. A must read for teens and adults! The plot is full of twists and turns so you never get bored.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19Q5N3H0YVF8T?ASIN=0439023521	Best book EVER	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i got Interested in this book in the First few pages and literally could not put it down!!This book will be on my Shelf forever!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2C63HOZZS8VTA?ASIN=0439023521	Interesting, Enjoyable, and Easy to Digest	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">On a friend's recommendation, I downloaded first novel of The Hunger Game series.  I read it in a little over a a day and was enthralled through most of the novel.  The novel tackles several interesting ideas related to war, personal sacrifice, and individuals' flaws.  Despite some heavier material to cover, it was written in a way where the reader could lose themselves in the story.<br/><br/>I would strongly encourage this novel for anyone looking for an interesting story to sit back and enjoy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ESXAK192X8JF?ASIN=0439023521	I was pleasantly surprised	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is not the type of book I usually read, but it was recommended to me about a month ago.  So I downloaded it and was instantly hooked.  The story keeps moving, keeping the reader from putting the book down.  It's a little predictable, but that's okay.  I downloaded book 2 before I finished this one, and will probably buy the third and final book in this series soon too.  I can't wait to see what happens to Katniss next. So I'm ending my review now, and going to start the second book....</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RW51AGAXNHO5?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I as mother, decided to read this after my seventeen year old daughter purchased the trilogy on MY KINDLE! I have to agree with her it was an ""Awesome"" book!  Between the ""starving"" District 12 and the ""elaborate, over the top"" Capitol, really makes our young people of today think! Although, it was very disturbing with the killing of children, I believe that is what grabbed our young readers. Who am I kidding, it also grabbed an older reader, I will be starting the second book a.s.a.p.!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/REEABKDZO0VOG?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Gasmes	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger Games<br/>Slow starting book but turned into a great story with heart and courage.  I am now going to read the 2nd book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FZQEQ40UTW3G?ASIN=0439023521	Easy to read, still absorbing.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Easy too read, even for foreigners like me. Also, really absorbing with interesting worldview of the book and nice descriptions.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UVH2W8C06YZ3?ASIN=0439023521	LOVE IT	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">You know how you can see a movie and the be bored when you go to read the book. Well I did that and never got tired of the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYQWEN8Y2GIJE?ASIN=0439023521	Wow	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book with an ending that makes you want more! This book offers action, great plot twist, and a different type of romance .</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15DQCOHLRE0QB?ASIN=0439023521	Great series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Such a fun read! Couldn't put it down! I didn't expect much but was surprised at how addicting this series is. Highly recommend!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3ETODYBOVA9JD?ASIN=0439023521	amazing, as expected.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a wonderful read! Only took me 8 hours because. Couldn't put it down!!! A must read, I can't wait to start Catching Fire!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZSY7UP0TF2VP?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love how much more detail is provided in the book compared to the movie. absolutely loved it. can't wait to read the next book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IFEVUABT4OJS?ASIN=0439023521	will probably read the rest of them	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">wasn't sure what to expect and was surprised to actually enjoy the reading.  I expect to read the rest of the series pretty soon</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29H0QE10Q29LP?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed reading this book. The plot flows very smoothly and the suspense is page turning. Some of the action is very gruesome.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NP7VLOO9IBWY?ASIN=0439023521	good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hands down the best book in the series. Excellent set up for the sequels and initial introduction of majority of the characters.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HQWXVFQK8K49?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great deal, super duper fast shipping. I would order from them again.  It was a Smooth transaction an again super fast shipping.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XN1PDO9OHVRD?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A well written book well thought out and delivered in format for a large group of the reading public. Well done .......<br/>...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R132ITELL9FYU4?ASIN=0439023521	great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book I really love the concept of it my point best book ever<br/><br/>Best one ever<br/><br/>Ps. Great thing best ever</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NW3F97U7BU8P?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing book :). There's nothing else to say! Suzanne Collins did a fantastic job. I could read it everyday if I had the chance.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1N3O3WDX6I42R?ASIN=0439023521	Captivating,	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I just finished reading this for the second time and couldn't put it down!  Definitely one of the best books (series) I've read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R312X8Y6XXXMDU?ASIN=0439023521	Really really good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Finally got around to reading this and was not disappointed. Could not put it down!!!  What a  Great read!!!  Highly recommended</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39VGOI9GUP04D?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games (book one)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved it very dramatic every thing changed from the beginning to the very end. I'm definitely gonna read the rest of the books</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJAT3ZCZ316GY?ASIN=0439023521	great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this book.  Like most, it was better than the movie.  I already have the next book. Going to start it tomorrow.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3691HXM10O093?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put the book down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">From the first pages I couldn't stop reading.  I enjoyed reading this book even as 32 year old adult the book was very engaging.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FJA2455PBQYO?ASIN=0439023521	Best Book Ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was amazing. It was mystery, romance, action and much more. I can't wait to see the movie and read the next two books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRQEK30LQCRUD?ASIN=0439023521	good summer read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">very good read..enjoyed it..going to read the next two in the series. unusual setting. very different circumstances for a story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WFP27V8Z264P?ASIN=0439023521	Even better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I live this book, but be prepared to cry. The book turned out to be even better than the movie, but the movie did do a good job.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32CQ60OS7DQK6?ASIN=0439023521	Enjoyable	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games was fun to read. I had trouble putting it down when I needed to sleep.  I am looking forward to the next books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1A6GG77FHDR72?ASIN=0439023521	AWESOME BOOK	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I LOVE THIS BOOK ITS BETTER THAN THE MOVIE<br/> I CAN'T BELIEVE I FINISHED THE WHOLE BOOK ALL READY I WANT THE NEXT BOOK SO BAD</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ASLGMIU5P0J8?ASIN=0439023521	Good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a very good book you could see everything happen like it is coming to life I would give this book mare stares if I vould</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13CB3B193U2SL?ASIN=0439023521	Wow	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am 60+ years old and enjoyed the story.  Currently reading Catching Fire.  On my Kindle Fire, downloaded from Amazon for free.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DRQNBOO70KCB?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book! It was really great and I can't wait to read the rest of the books. The movies are going to be great as well.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXJP47NVQ5P51?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games Review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">THIS BOOK WAS AMAZING!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!<br/>One of my most favorite books of all time!<br/>I love the Hunger Game so much!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R90VNF2GMCV5P?ASIN=0439023521	Will suck you right in...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">GREAT book, in my opinion.  It will suck you in and hold your attention...and then set you up for NEEDING to read the next book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RV9OVAW85X00Q?ASIN=0439023521	Not just for kids!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Entertaining for young adults and set adults as well.  Was a very quick read that made me want to get my hands on the next book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZZT3XFARK1YP?ASIN=0439023521	A Bit of a Surprise	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't expect to like the book; too much hype.  However, I found myself quickly wrapped up and enthralled with the characters.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NAE79HI3KTQS?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games so so	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed the book and it's characters.  Did not care for the movie.  Would suggest to all to read would like to see 2nd movie .</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZENBKMLRXIL5?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought this for my son whose eleven.He enjoyed the book and wrote a report on it for school.He is eager in reading the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMUXO1NH8H8YL?ASIN=0439023521	Super Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have thoroughly enjoyed Suzanne Collins Hunger Games series!  I can not wait for the movie! She is a very entertaining author.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RT2EIXBJ82IU?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent ! Couldn't put it down. I didn't think I would care about reading the next book but find now that I couldn't  Miss it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LKYZ3MDL5P57?ASIN=0439023521	Unexpected	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After watching the film, I had expected the book to be quite similar. I was pleasantly surprised to find a more elaborate story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12X1W3L43N9I8?ASIN=0439023521	Good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book wad obviously written for a younger age group, bug was still able to keep me reading it. It was very enjoyable though.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WQVZ7V08OBTP?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have never read an entire book before, and I've finished this one in 6 days! I can't wait to start the next one in the series!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KLQS1B10RSDQ?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is amazing and I can't wait to see the movie. Having it on my phone made it so efficient to read whenever I wanted to.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MMPK0Z9O8UKE?ASIN=0439023521	Read Almost Whole Book in One Night	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">An amazing, compelling adventure full of heartbreak and triumph for a much needed heroine. I could not put it down. A must read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24MJOMI6E5LZ3?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am a rather picky reader, but, this book had me glued; I was constantly turning the pages to find out what was happening next.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3C0LTECLKK4PB?ASIN=0439023521	FANTASTIC	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I REALLY ENJOYED THIS BOOK.  IN FACT I WENT AND BOUGHT THE SECOND IN THE SERIES RIGHT AFTER I FINISHED THIS BOOK.  GREAT READING</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10F2UV48JVXIP?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">LOVED this book!  It is an easy read with a fascinating and imaginative story.  I just started on the second book in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIREKBY57F8CN?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Recommend to read it first before going to see movie  I couldn't put down the book until finished through entire book. Loved it.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26HGZCMBDOPTP?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is an easy read, and mostly interesting, but definitely fantasy. Would recommend for younger readers who enjoy sci-fi, etc.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3EK76PB0Y3OZD?ASIN=0439023521	I love the hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely loved the hunger games books.They were so inspirational to me and my friends.I am totally over-obsessive for PEETA!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RU4M7F9W5ZLVN?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was amazing.  When you start reading it you do not want to stop. The Hunger Games are one of the best book I have read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3E85I28GL2AEO?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games amazon ipad kindle	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was the first book I've read on my ipad Kindle app and it was great. Clear and easy to read. I like the 'bookmark' feature.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LKQL47XMELB?ASIN=0439023521	exciting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Thoroughly enjoyed, could not put the book down!!!  Exciting adventure that you have to read all of the books in the series!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TT0HYQA6G03K?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very well written, engaging, and overall one of the best books I have read in awhile.  Love the easy purchasing of kindle books.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19JU1O987Z29G?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games rock!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book and its series are right up there with Harry Potter and Rhold Dhal books. Please rad these books and see for yourself!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VEVB0LORY0UX?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was really enjoyable. There was a lot of action and it was really well written. I think a lot of teens will enjoy it:)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2A38FBDKARLBG?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was absolutely amazing. It was recommended by my favorite author, and I must say, I am extremely glad that I read it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14W8T942NY0EN?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent! Couldn't put it down.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I literally could not put this book down. I downloaded the sample, blew through it in about 15 minutes and immediately bought the Kindle book. It was absolutely amazing. I recommended it to all of my friends. I read the whole book in one sitting. I know this book was written for teens, but it is thoroughly enjoyable for an adult audience. I can't say enough about it. Bravo, Suzanne Collins. This is one for the ages. Do yourself a favor. BUY THIS BOOK IMMEDIATELY! You won't regret it.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6K95K2YN7H9W?ASIN=0439023521	Why is it Over?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins is a book that will hook you on the first chapter. Once you start reading you can't stop. Twists in the plot come nearly every page, and they are always a HUGE suprise. Even after you're done reading this book it will keep you up at night thinking about it.<br/><br/>Katniss is a character nearly every one can relate to in some way. She lost her father when she was young, she's a amazing hunter etr...<br/><br/>All I have left to say, is READ the Hunger Games!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12ZJ81GA7IS5D?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie before reading this.  The movie and the books extends and completes the story.  Can't waiting to read the next.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDH8YLZ2II25X?ASIN=0439023521	i love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i like it because it is easy to read and i like this book it is definitely worth the money!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VJV6W9UFSDGV?ASIN=0439023521	Great and amazing book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a wonder full book to read. It has so much detail and dramatic moments in it. I rate it to kids in seventh grade and up</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29ELHEETBCJUL?ASIN=0439023521	A good book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A quick read but it holds your interest. You need to read all three for it to make the best sense although it does stand alone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20V1T5ZJTA0U0?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome book. Good storyline. I couldn't stop reading. Can't wait to start on the next book and see how the characters develop.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RESKPVMG37U2C?ASIN=0439023521	buy now!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">outstanding story, keeps you engrossed in the book. I couldn't wait to start reading the next book. highly reccomend this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20YU70D2F2EAW?ASIN=0439023521	great!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't stop reading until I finished, I never saw the move which I'm thankful for now. And now finally I can go to sleep.....</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDPTZ9UURHAXR?ASIN=0439023521	Easy read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This  book is a really easy read that is easy to come and go from as well…I only wish I'd read the book before seeing the film!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MATKM2EKS5T6?ASIN=0439023521	Great!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">satisfied..This product arrived on time and there were no negative issues related to this order. I was satisfied with my order.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3E44IYGNTFXWQ?ASIN=0439023521	Sweet	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The best book you will ever read<br/>Except for Maybe numbers 2 and 3<br/>Seriously 5 star worthy<br/>Number 1 on the market</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3D3KXTKTHK3DW?ASIN=0439023521	Say WHAT!!!!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">OMG! I loved it !!!!!!!! One problem though, they left  a lot out. Still the BEST BOOK EVER!!!!!!!!! Now for book two!!!!!!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MJSHNV74TRO6?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read this book while on vacation and thoroughly enjoyed it.  The rich detail fills in the gaps that the movie fails to provide.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2J2SMSL6POUI?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games is the best! :)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger Games is one of the best books i have ever read!!! its amazing,and full of awesomeness! 3 cheers for Suzanne Collins! :)</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTDTA2JLEQBUD?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Easy reading and entertaining.it's just like the movie and looking forward to reading the next book and watching the new movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Y8IXZSKFGSZ?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Places things in better understanding.  Ready for second book. Actually like the book more than the movie, part two can't wait.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3O34XI44ICMUD?ASIN=0439023521	Surprising	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Pretty great until that whole lovey-dovey thing recommend to anyone who likes surprises<br/>And a lot of drama read the next 2</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DENJUVW49CG2?ASIN=0439023521	Liked it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed reading this book.  The only way you can get it made the national institutes of health and vanilla ice age of tartar.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ECHKTQEKZBJO?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Kept me wanting to read more. Wish I would have read it before seeing the movie though because I knew what the outcome would be</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14F3UC345HWHQ?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Could not put it down, an absolutely great book!  Lots of suspense through out the whole book. Can't wait to read the next one!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35E6CCAEGO1WV?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Interesting plot, complex characters, lots of action.  Couldn't stop reading it! Can't wait to read the next one in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2991ZY5NQV2AJ?ASIN=0439023521	Great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book,at times I found Katniss a bit frustrating but that's the point isn't it.  Ready to move on to the next book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QP4UN2RMUYNF?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved everything! The storyline was great and i felt like i was actually there!<br/><br/>Great and really well written too!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1G23EEIDF8Q7L?ASIN=0439023521	Can I give it 10 Stars?!?!?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games... WOW! I love distopian society books. I read this within hours!! This is a great addition to a reading list.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26RKNSZ1U5FFK?ASIN=0439023521	Good Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Creative storyline.  Interesting characters.  The  Hunger Games kept me up late reading!  It  was very difficult to put it dwn!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RC3TN0JX542D?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book, fast and easy read.<br/><br/>I have seen the movie, and it is very close to the book.  Looking forward to part 2'</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YV4PPU7OKS2N?ASIN=0439023521	Page Turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">keeps your attention and doesn't confuse the reader.  Works for aduts and teens. Science fiction and fantasy fans will love it.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38HVLEAF3YL6T?ASIN=0439023521	great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">so glad amazon offered this for the kindle at an amazing price. well worth the money and well written story. highly recommended</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36R4H74DBHDPA?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had already seen the movie so was curious what the book was like. I absolutely loved it. Can't wait to start the second book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3K0PPTS4L2Q54?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Definitely enjoyed the series from Suzanne Collins. Everyone that I have recommended it to has thoroughly enjoyed it very much.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32XP4I7N1V0DI?ASIN=0439023521	Keeps you in suspense	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Interesting details of a dictatorial regime, with the personal lives and actions of the main characters driving the story line.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3EZJL06IX96GS?ASIN=0439023521	A Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Like most people, I thought this was a personal favorite of mine. I loved the thrill of the of the story line, truly awesome...</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GUAQEU9FFWIS?ASIN=0439023521	Perfect, hands down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">There's nothing more to ask than to include everything in the movie. Five stars without a doubt. Can't wait to read the second.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZL24IRUVBAUY?ASIN=0439023521	It was great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not put this book down, it kept me me wanting to read more. I was sad it ended but could not wait to start the next one</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3T6GQQH112E61?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING JOURNEY	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The series is amazing. I just loved every bit of all three. Please make your kids read the series before showing them the movie</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3ETKRK4G1NU47?ASIN=0439023521	Pretty darn good.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a good read and filled some time. Got it on my kindle and enjoyed it very much. Good summer read. Want to see the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TX5JWSW1AWNH?ASIN=0439023521	Epic!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely lived this book! 10x better than Twilight on Twilight's best day. Great read for the young and the young at heart!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Z4K3QCESCAJ1?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love this book! The series is amazing and I think anybody would enjoy it! Awesome! I recommend it to all my friends and family.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20NE5J024NI08?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book. I couldn't put it down and finished it in couple days. I have recommended it to many people.Happy Reading!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23AK498LD4KPG?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games is the Bomb!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book one of my faves! This is an amazing book! I'm currently reading Catching Fire! I hope you enjoyed this reveiw!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HZ9GZJ1139NP?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">All of the books were great and the movies were not bad as well. I just finished the third and they were all very well written.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MGBNTOWMJI55?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This product is amazing and I think everyone should read it plus it's at a resnoble price. If you don't buy it you are Craycray</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15U2MS82EKF8G?ASIN=0439023521	Reading Survivor	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was like reading a season of ""Survivor."" I loved it. I couldn't put it down &amp; I can't wait to read the rest of the series!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NY5OX4HH9OWJ?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">OMG this trilogy is one of the best I have ever read.  I highly recommend all three.  I literally could not put the books down.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VAK3Q3C27GRO?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved this book from start to finish.  Can't wait to read the others.  I hope they are as good.  Can't wait for the movie also.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32X1R2LYVKAP?ASIN=0439023521	Riveting!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I literally could not put this book down. It is a must read! Do not think twice about buying this book, you will not regret it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QLF99V0QFS0X?ASIN=0439023521	Love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am not a big reader but my friend recommended this book to me and I couldnt put it down! Love it! The best one in the series!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2F0MERDTO3N6C?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a very awesome book.  It starts of slow, but is upbeat right till the end.  Just buy all 3 at once, you wont regret it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16FL7QT9FWWDB?ASIN=0439023521	Inspirational	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">AN amazing series, set in the future, where no one is safe from the goverment. Until someone says, enough is enough. Great read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LFB7XJR37NCU?ASIN=0439023521	the hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i love this book im half way through but ive only been readimg for a day and its just one of those books that should be a movie</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QOLW20GVP3GC?ASIN=0439023521	AWSOME BOOK	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought it was great. It really keeps you wondering at the end. Plus you feel almost like you where in the games, suffering.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WFRB7W1RMWNZ?ASIN=0439023521	Amazingly awesome read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I started this book and literally couldn't stop reading it. The author has a way to do what so many writers cant. She brings you in, keeps you there and then rocks your entire world. I am really good at predicting where a story is going to go, however, just when I was thinking it would go one way the book went in a completely different direction. Fantastic series, if I could give more stars I would. If the movie is a tenth as good as this trilogy I think it may become my favorite!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPDZ8I3CKQDIS?ASIN=0439023521	Good but could get better	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was good but after they get out of the arena the book gets boring and if you stop reading it then you wouldn't miss anything</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SJ930FDIWTG0?ASIN=0439023521	Good story, mediocre writing and style	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A quirly mix of adventure &amp;  fashion/makeup. Seems the target audience would be teenage girls. Will not be reading the sequels</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PYQNBPKW4NH?ASIN=0439023521	I LOVED the Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely loved the book!! It was sooooo amazing! The adventure is just amazing! It is one of the best books I've ever read</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPJWJYSVD39Y9?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A great read and difficult to put down!!! Read first if you can before seeing the movie!  Really lets you use your imagination</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DQ2NXUAJI9CX?ASIN=0439023521	Love	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book. It's not exactly the type of book I'm used to reading,  it it was well written. Can't wait to read another!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LUBNAVIS0HI4?ASIN=0439023521	hungry for more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have owned and read the trilogy for about a year, and I absolutely love it. But in Mockingjay, Finnick makes me want to cry.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RRYHFTMW3NCA?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The hunger games was an amazing book. I got so into it I stayed up until midnight reading it even though I was extremely tired</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18Q850K5IUEXK?ASIN=0439023521	Wow	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">that was awesome. I'm gonna read the next book. I love the movie too, I have seen catching fire and the hunger games. just wow</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18S23VULPZXC2?ASIN=0439023521	Great book to start off the series!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What an amazing read! Couldn't take my eyes off of it! So emotional and suspenseful not to mention heartfelt and tear jerking.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2U2OWSA5RH16I?ASIN=0439023521	Cool	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this is a cool book, and I know that a lot of people have probably already read this, but to the people who haven't, READ THIS</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLQ7TF20VO0IA?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A must read for any fan, i would strongly recommend reading this before or after seeing the movie come to your own conclusions</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MX5VXGACWOLJ?ASIN=0439023521	AWESOME READ...not just for kids!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Thoroughly enjoyed this book and am immediately ready to begin the 2nd in the series. So excited to see what shakes out next!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15F76SZI9S59N?ASIN=0439023521	Coolest mos well rounded book ever!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The best book I have ever enjoyed. I<br/>t was a thriller a romance a comedy and a sad novel also packed in one awesome book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HQTT1AFPBXGJ?ASIN=0439023521	excellent a second time	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was nice to be able to re-read and still be surprised by the excellent story telling skills. Looking forward to the movies!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQT45J4FJFNQ1?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Clear your day.<br/>This book will keep you hanging on until you've finished.<br/>Can't wait to get started on the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UVBJT90D42UI?ASIN=0439023521	Read it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A book I couldn't put down.  As soon as I was done, I read the next book.  The movies are decent but the book is truly better.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26EK1TWZ387XH?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very good book. Appropriate for readers 12-100. They should have made the movie less violent. Will read time and time again!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RF5DWFD5OWD21?ASIN=0439023521	AWESOME!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">BEST BOOK EVER!!!!!!!! I WILL DEFINITELY READ THIS BOOK AGAIN!!!!!!! I HOPE EVERYONE ELSE LIKES<br/>IT AS MUCH AS I DID!!!!!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGCTH3HWD0PC1?ASIN=0439023521	a compelling read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The true story lies not in the superficial world described in the book- it lies between the characters, and it is so enticing!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3C5C1EGFQFIU7?ASIN=0439023521	love the book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book! Very addicting! It was a great book just a little to short for me. But it's pretty deep for 7th grade and up</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LFGMYV8XTENG?ASIN=0439023521	Well writen	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fast paced even with the back story needed to setup the story.<br/>Lots of plot twists.<br/>Ensuing leaves you wanting more.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3H1ISS483U63O?ASIN=0439023521	A modern 1984	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A disturbing distopic future where people find themselves in a slave society where their children are used to amuse the elites</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QPGE8TQZ3V8D?ASIN=0439023521	Great series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This hunger games series is captivating and fun to read at many different ages. Would definitely suggest it to anyone over 15.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24D8VK1QYHG43?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is a great story. I have truly enjoyed reading it and look forward to reading it and the rest of the series multiple times.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21OC01B9FYDU8?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was the best I've ever read in my entire life it's very action packed and very detailed i highly recommend this book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3969FM488MTRJ?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book. Makes a great social commentary that relates to issues we as a society face today. Way more detail than the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38QJQC5OXC3FI?ASIN=0439023521	I love this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a really good book worth the money. It a very descriptive book. I hate reading but for this book I could just not stop</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3O5C1DXKR3KXU?ASIN=0439023521	My Favorite Parts Of The Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">1. The Blood bath<br/>2. The Mutated Hounds<br/>3. The Reaping<br/>4. The First Interview<br/>5. The Tracker Jacker Attack</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R178GPEQIULJCA?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very entertaining, with lots of action and love, and and pretending...my kind of book!!!!!!!!!!! I can't wait to read the next</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XKSTEVEQDP69?ASIN=0439023521	Great!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A Great dystopia novel with an interesting female protagonist. I had to finish the series immediately. A very satisfying read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BTBI1US5IDP8?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought it was worth the read....especially if you like romance with a twist. I hope you enjoy it as much as I did.<br/>:-)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IRD4FUC0YOML?ASIN=0439023521	best book ever!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This an amazing fast paced novel!!!<br/>I loved it!!! Suzanne Collins has struck a goldmine with this series. It's amazing!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TBWIM7HB7HEA?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I would recommend this book to anyone who likes books about killing. I loved this book read in about 3 days!!!!!!!!!!!!AMAZING</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QO4I9YGIOUNC?ASIN=0439023521	woooooowwwwwww	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i lov this book because it brought the picture in my mind i reccomend this book to all you people that hve not read this  book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROUAW1OA3RG45?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought it was exiting and adventurous with a hint of romance. I really liked it and look forward to the rest of the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGEER06HEXOZ0?ASIN=0439023521	amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">it was amazing recommended for all ages. a truly great novel thrills at every turn and some romance .between peeta and katniss</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1O6MAE0E7HTN3?ASIN=0439023521	Love	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm just now reading this book and I'm mad I didn't read them earlier. Amazing,v even after I know what was going to happen!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BNCZSCSZW4NS?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved these books. Everyone should read them, helps you get a new perspective of the world and a better insight into people.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1AF49014RUIZL?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">was fast paced, and loved the romance confusion amongst all fighting, does a good job of creating a whole new world with Panem</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UJXGYO7RULQZ?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read the book with my 11 yr old daughter.  I really enjoyed it.  Thanks for being an awesome writer.  Now on to the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1D3QSG5NOK5X2?ASIN=0439023521	Great story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a wonderful read. The story encapsulates you so well, that you actually feel as if you are with Katniss in the games!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGDN5L0VATV0U?ASIN=0439023521	hungah games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">an amazing book, its violent, but it is a must read. colins is an amazing author. i recammend it for ages 8+.  bye bye you all</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FCNCC6QP6S3L?ASIN=0439023521	Pretty good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A very easy read, but still increasing. A great underlying message about the conflict and control in society. Would recommend.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WKX8AUQSYXSB?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the best book series I've read in a long time.  I strongly encourage readers to dive into this one.  Seriously, do it.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJUNWDR0LRE8W?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was  really good ready to read the next part to this three book series I'm gonna have to read every book they come out with</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13PYAWLOSOIPU?ASIN=0439023521	Sup	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Swwweeeetttttttt and awssssssoooommmmmeeeeeee<br/> I just love how u put t all of the details into this amazing book of yours</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUN0P8KB5A3TF?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games is riveting and creative	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collin's first installment in this trilogy is mesmerizing and is a nonstop ride of thrills and kills, no pun intended.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RR4M2CTFL1SEB?ASIN=0439023521	GREAT!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved this book and read it like a day. Picked it up and didn't want to put it down. I love the energy between the characters.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2S01YEIXJIELK?ASIN=0439023521	A must read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">these books are definitely worth reading to the end of series.. i definitely recommend anyone to read all three of these books</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3L6GZO5AOFER0?ASIN=0439023521	Wow!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved the book!  Could not stop reading it!  Finally figured out what all of the hype was about!!!  Now off to rent the movie!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31QU883IYAIRA?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games tie in edition	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Highly recommend this book to all ages. It's thrilling and the story gets better with each book. Would read it more than once.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SS46BFASXLR3?ASIN=0439023521	Kindle version	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed the Kindle format--worked great and the story line prohibited me from setting the book down!  Finished it in 2 days.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R186TFG2ZZAZ9H?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book itself was a bit more flimsy than I expected. The story though was very enjoyable and I would recommend it to others.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3O5O5G72YXXBC?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is not just for the ""younger"" crowd.  I wanted to read the book before I saw the movie.  Haven't seen the movie yet!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HJD1CS8ONSEW?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best book ever. No more words needed. This book has kept me from doing anything else but turning tje pages of the hungar games</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWHNZA76XQ6HV?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read, nice story line, full of action and entertaining. Gives a lot to think. Quite an interesting critic to our system.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PRX10UAW5J5C?ASIN=0439023521	Good Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is a great, fun, engagin, easy read... hope the movie lives up to it.  First book is definantly the best one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ENPW6WWKKVWK?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a really good book also was a really easy read!!!! Great book .... Can't wait to get to the second book... Then third</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21RBQHMSEJ3B7?ASIN=0439023521	terrific book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">the hunger games is an interesting and intense book.i saw the movie and wanted to read the book also.so far i am enjoying it !</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VIWX2JQDTOZE?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Worth every penny, as good as the film, made a very good read. good story and well written difficult to put down when started.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NFTIDLR9MO13?ASIN=0439023521	loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">awesome book!!! i couldnt put it down, it draws you in quickly and you find yourself thinking about it when u arent reading it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R163Y8PSOLMOBN?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am an adult that prefers young adult books. I really enjoyed this book. It is a very nice quick read. I highly recommend it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R296EMYHSR1ATD?ASIN=0439023521	the hunger games review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is very very good.But a little scary . What kind of name is Katniss?Irate it five WHOLE stars because it is so good!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21RXIBU5W54N7?ASIN=0439023521	wow!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Borrowed this from a friend. I'm not much of a reader but I really enjoyed this book. Looking forward to reading the next two!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31FGVBNHDTM3O?ASIN=0439023521	A book to remember	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was great! Got hooked and I'm currently reading the 3rd book in the series. Easy and fast to read. Very entertaining.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OQVLT9LMG8FR?ASIN=0439023521	Can't wait for the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was the best one. I cried, I laughed, I felt the pain. I love this book. It really mademe feel things for each character.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1A0KW4FBXBSKE?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I received this book as a gift, and I am so glad I did!  I couldn't put it down and ran out to buy the second book right away.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3R35WIGOUJ4KL?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games-AMAZING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fascinating and intoxicating from the very beginning.  So glad I found this trilogy, it has given me a lot to look forward to.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RU6FC5MPP3MIF?ASIN=0439023521	the hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">wow....this book is awesome! i can not wait for the third book to come out.ireally enjoyed this book and rarely put it down :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17VIMSQCXBOZW?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent book. Great character development and interesting story.  Plot development was brilliant.<br/><br/>Can't wait for book #2.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FO4843A5JA6S?ASIN=0439023521	Good book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Starts a little slow but couldn't put it down once the game started.  I would recommend this book highly recommend this book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3ABO3BTOGXT9Z?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Watched the movie first, but the book was just as thrilling. Kept me in suspense the whole time. Can't wait for the next two.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ICDAR28E8FYZ?ASIN=0439023521	Great start to a great series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't put this book down. What a great piece of teenage literature, and what an example of one person making a difference.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SX4V0CENEYIA?ASIN=0439023521	horrible plot idea - greatly done!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am very glad I read the trilogy before seeing the movies since the full story and character development was very well done.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26BO0FXNEQ0LG?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome literally filled with awe<br/><br/>I'm just writing this part because I need 15  more words in order to submit this</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCKF76IQWWB93?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome!! I'd definitely recommend this book to friends &amp; family. An excellent read!! Kept me interested all along. Loved it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GBWASGQ0MMTC?ASIN=0439023521	LOVED IT!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">AMAZING!!!!!  I felt like I was there, in the games with Katniss!  I recommend to all ages!<br/>I can't wait Catching Fire!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38J09T56PADIO?ASIN=0439023521	Great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My teenager brought these home to read prior to the first movie's release. All three are fantastic! Quick entertaining reads.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1K6SHSEDXUF8G?ASIN=0439023521	Suzanne Collins is the best	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the books, they were so different from what I usually read. When you were done with one you  wanted to read them all.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BO85B49OIGZX?ASIN=0439023521	Riveting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was captivating until the very end. A true page Turner, I was completely engulfed in the story and it's characters.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8SKCCONE5D1J?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games Book 1 hardcover	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is excellent! It is one of my favorite series to read. It is hard to put down. I've read it three times now.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RB1VZIYIADX9Z?ASIN=0439023521	read a long while ago...first in the trilogy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a wonderful, exciting book.  I never read fiction but couldn't put it down and after this one did read the next two.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2V52KNCNLSO3D?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was really great. I enjoyed reading it and the extras that wasn't in the movie, I can't wait to read the other ones!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QCU7MIOXXMX6?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I literally could not put this book down, and the same goes for the other books in the trilogy. Very thought provoking story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15GEMRPIW6VGV?ASIN=0439023521	K	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book.  Enjoyed it even more than the movie.  Now I get to read the rest if the series before the third movie comes out.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PTL96EC1J085?ASIN=0439023521	HUNGER GAMES	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best book in the world. I know you took a long time on this book I think Katniss and peeta were great characters for the stor</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SYDKM8R1CZK3?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Enjoyable book! It became really intense toward the end making it difficult to put the book down. I recommend this to anyone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R388WNUWORIT7I?ASIN=0439023521	Best Book in the World	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book more than any other book I've ever read! The romance I'm this book is so much better than in the movie!!!!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVYQOABDE0BKS?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good story, well-written.  Looking forward to starting the next book in this series.  A good book for teen and adult readers.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2N5KSDU6S20JW?ASIN=0439023521	Interesting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Interesting book with many twists and turns.  The end left you wanting more.  Good for almost all ages from preteen to adult.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RR6ZIS1MWJV9F?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put it down. Absolutely captivating characters and the intensity was overwhelming. Okay, now I am off to book two.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OK120Q3LBL23?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing book that everyone should read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book had me holding on till the end. I've read it before but it was still extremely exciting to read it again and again.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KD0C88PU8DIC?ASIN=0439023521	amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">These books are amazing and the whole series is just breath taking. So excited to reread them! Great books for anyone to read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39MEZBLFWO73?ASIN=0439023521	The best book in the world!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read this book! The amount of detail inside, is phenomenal! Definitely will download the next one of this magnificent series!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14SYE560YJWAF?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wonderful book with exciting and suspenseful story line. Can't wait to read the next book in the series and see what happens.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3H9DALZSBB87E?ASIN=0439023521	good movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">reflects book, would recomend to read book first, prior to watch the movie.  book fills in a gaps, inhances movie experience.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3H2EZMN1TQ6KK?ASIN=0439023521	Sweet	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awsome book I liked the pig with the Apple part funny rebellious and cool I saw the movie witch made me want to read the book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R285BNYJ7P3NZC?ASIN=0439023521	Loved this book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read this book a while ago. Read it again. Was just talking about it at the table tonight. The book is better than the movie.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TNU4UOJ7YOF9?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing! Made me want to read the second book immediately. The suspense of wondering what happens. It was an incredible book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFAQA7CNGB5QW?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book.  I love the story.  The author did a wonderful job.  I love the entire series.  Can't wait to ready the next one!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RYEFKZ6593M3?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was way better than the movie, I loved it! I recommend reading all l the books rather you've seen the movies or not</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GKM76IN17IYY?ASIN=0439023521	Great price!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was a used book but came in perfect condition!! We have seen the movie and my son wanted the book.  Excellent buy!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WEQ9IRNUIYUD?ASIN=0439023521	Best series ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book is amazing the author has a wild unique imagination I highly recommend the book to readers who have not let read it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DTMEU0MIAWMD?ASIN=0439023521	Easy page turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">No fuss compelling story. Captivating and moving. Can't wait to read the next books and find out what happens to the victors!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NB3PC2AUQ32?ASIN=0439023521	great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved the book - hated the  movie.  It was exactly like the book but  without the suspense.  Hesitant to get the second book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JUK2OYNA572W?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The author did a great job detailing a strange world with strange customs.  I can't wait to read the next book in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQB6YOH4QF9XW?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked it- good writing and interesting plot. Katniss is a strong character. Peeta's devotion is commendable. It's very good</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OQ5NW5NI2118?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved the character development and the emotion and the flow of action. This book was great and far exceeded my expectations!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CECAHOGPNTO7?ASIN=0439023521	Good reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Easy to read. Character's easy to picture and to get to know. This may be because of seeing the movie but still well written.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ROV55NBV6OY?ASIN=0439023521	Ok	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Not the best book ever but definitely not the worst. Wouldn't read it again. Just watch the movie it'll save u a lot of time.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUMZPLVU5D7TR?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good read. Fast paced but easy to follow.<br/>Leaves you wanting to read the next book!<br/> Hope the next will be as goog.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMAJR77AJ97GA?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Action packed, great story that kept me coming back for more! I just didn't want to put it down! Can't wait for the next one!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SBC1ZFGNJ5S3?ASIN=0439023521	good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Book was a very good read. I read it in two days and immediately ordered the next two to read. Excited to see the movies now!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1T2IXWQR3TCDZ?ASIN=0439023521	awesome!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A must read!! I was hooked from the first page and didn't stop til the last! I then bought the next two books in the trilogy!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2119DPCZ0AXRX?ASIN=0439023521	I'm Hooked	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well written. Sucked me in within the first few pages and never let go.  Reading the second book now... so far, just as good.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FDHPDX0ZAF2R?ASIN=0439023521	one of the best books EVER	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">hunger games is just amazing there is no word that describes how great it is this book deserves a rating of 1 MILLION !!!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1A6KLD57IZ1AQ?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games was on of the best books I have read in a long time.<br/>I would definitely recommend it to people to read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3V0S21IQM6C8L?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it. Reading the next book. Can't read fast enough. Want to get to third book. Excellent read. Easy and not complicated.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IW9AYL8LJ2R6?ASIN=0439023521	Great!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book arrived as expected.  The book is great, better than the movie and I can't wait to read the next book in the series!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1E0G0XB25OK2K?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games - Addicting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great story.  I had trouble putting the book down.  Read this and you will want to buy the other two books as well.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R197FF6KJ0XT4K?ASIN=0439023521	Very thrilling!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very thrilling story that makes you fly through the pages... I really loved this read and I couldn't get enough of the story!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22R5SPX5VSUYZ?ASIN=0439023521	Yes.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Just....yes. Buy this book, read it, and then buy the rest of the series. I finished the series in a week. It's that good. :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R132089EDBUBV?ASIN=0439023521	good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was a good read.  Suzanne Collins captured the crowd with this book.  i will continue to read Suzanna Collins work.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26LU6W4I5FWYG?ASIN=0439023521	Wow. I am stunned	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is one of the best books I have ever read. It leaves you wanting more after each page. Take my advice and buy this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27WKYZSBPAQ1L?ASIN=0439023521	Highly recommended	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This trilogy is the first set of books I have read in years! I couldn't put them down! Great for young and old readers alike!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OS2DXIG2V0PA?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was OK after I got into it. It just wasn't my kind of book. I don't think I would order the other two in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WS3WNUBI27XV?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Had to read this to keep up with my daughter and daughter-in-law.  It was a very good read.  Loved the character development.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJ137KKZFNRPD?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put it down! Although a tad slow in the beginning, my attention was demanded as soon as Katniss entered the arena!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JGB4BEF1AUVG?ASIN=0439023521	Could NOT put it down...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Saw the preview and decided to read them before the movie came out. Loved it! I highly recommend it! You will want all three.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GTC1LKGCTCW4?ASIN=0439023521	Great story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put this book down.  I wanted to get it read before the movie came out.  Then I bought the next two in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26RNOAL4PYU0C?ASIN=0439023521	AWESOME!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I gotta say I just loved this book. Very good and enjoyable read. Once into the book I had it read by the end of the day! lol</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CYWHQAYAQABM?ASIN=0439023521	Great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Watch out JK, The Hunger Games may not beat out Harry and the gang but it might give it a run for the money! LOVED this book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZMUUAWX6LYT6?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I literally could not put this book down. I even had it sitting on my desk next to my keyboard reading as i feigned working.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BW4FDUBYYLH0?ASIN=0439023521	best book ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i could not even put this book down.  i read the whole series in less than a week.  you will fall in love with the characters</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TW7V69CE5SYS?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am not saying anything against this book, but the premise seems very similar to the book, Battle Royale, by Koushun Takami?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UZP6GA4W9RDC?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I decided to read this book after several of my friends recommended it. I absolutely loved it and could not put it down. It is well written with plenty of detail and character background and development. I've read fictional futuristic books before, like 1984, but nothing as exciting as this! It blends a semi-violent, shoot-em-up style for the male readers with a romantic style for girls like me. So, stop reading reviews and do yourself a favor and start reading this book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2AT8OXLC037OH?ASIN=0439023521	Not another Twilight	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It may be written for a younger population, but there's a ""big brother"" message throughout the series that many adults will appreciate.  I started reading this quick-moving, easy-to-read book, and couldn't wait to read more.  It took a while to convince my husband to begin the series because he thought it would be very teenager-y and not very well written.  Finally, he picked it up, and now our conversations are primarily about The Hunger Games!<br/><br/>Highly recommended.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BV5R52TZ0YQO?ASIN=0439023521	Tough to Put Down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is one of the best series I've ever read.  I mostly read the classics, much contemporary literature, and the occasional trashy paperback.  I don't always like what's popular--Twilight, for example, makes me cringe. But this book is sure to please just about anyone: it is an engrossing story, with great characterization, but simply told.  Collins is a master storyteller, and the plot is impeccable. I have sent/lent a copy to friends, my mother, and even colleagues.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IYC6V63LT3AA?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read all three books.  Highly recommend reading more than once.  You will grow to love Katniss and see things thru her eyes.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SXPDL63S7LK1?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A great book. loved it. Much better than the movie. I would recommend this book to anyone who is not willing to put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6M1H6U7T9AAL?ASIN=0439023521	Loved It!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't put the book down. Must read second book NOW! The action and suspense leaves you breathless. Better than the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UWCPO9DC5Z29?ASIN=0439023521	Very pleased	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this book a lot. It was a pretty easy read and well written. I would recommend it to teens or young adults.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26LNTJENBWYK8?ASIN=0439023521	On the edge	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a wonderful book. It kept me on the edge of my seat the whole entire time. It is 100 percent better than the movie.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WNKR6NQ1FNUW?ASIN=0439023521	Enjoying a reread	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Before the movies and now after the movies still a great book to read. Katniss is easily one of my favorite book characters.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R353DTD8NDA12Q?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book part of a great trilogy.  A must read, you won't be able to put it down. You will want to read it over and over!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NKXYBR19W19X?ASIN=0439023521	Good stuff!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Surprisingly entertaining for adults too!!!  I read through all 3 books in under a week... looking forward to the 2nd movie!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YH2A2U7Q0S10?ASIN=0439023521	Super good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fantastic book. I couldn't put it down. I ended up reading all three books in 5 days. One of the best series I've ever read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R83CMP6HE2MKW?ASIN=0439023521	Genius.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Collins is a genius. This book is phenomenal. I couldn't put it down.  It drew me in and I fell in love with the characters.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RV86R8JJGAZW8?ASIN=0439023521	one of the best!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love it!<br/>I have read this book at least three times! The characters, plot....so good. Suzanne Collins is a great author</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XAL4P4V88SDE?ASIN=0439023521	A comparison of an amazing story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was even better than the movie! Both a must read and watch! I have yet to read the sequel, ""Catching Fire"".</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3E5ES8F7MJJOE?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Could not put the book down! Even though I watched the movie the book was still exciting...can't wait to read the next book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UA1ODJ2POX0S?ASIN=0439023521	great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Just amazing I love these books and off u like these you'll love Divergent. It's a very amazing<br/>Book and a great series</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLI34Z0ANF4GT?ASIN=0439023521	amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Absolutely amazing book! I read it in 2 days then immediately read the next two!!! I highly recommend this book to anyone :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30YLD7JHI04IX?ASIN=0439023521	Moving, Excellent.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Collins has done it this time! L<br/>Katniss Everdeen hold  on to dear life  in the first installment of fantastic trilogy!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLL46L6YNWE30?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't put the book down! It was a well written story from beginning till end! Looking forward to reading the other books!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16VNVNMXGGRS7?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing book! Reading it as a write the review.<br/>Can't wait to order the next books on the trilogy. You will get hooked!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TC79AU6MRITD?ASIN=0439023521	brilliant book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book was an easy read, I thouroughly enjoyed it from cover to cover. I recommend this read to anyone who loves reading.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3Q1CSP6XK7KL6?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I usually do not like science fiction, but could not put this book down! Added to that I found the book beautifully written.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CMNXLUPQQ3T4?ASIN=0439023521	Good Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hard to follow in first few pages, but well worth the time.  Liked it so well, I purchased the second two out of the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNUBEN01UJ9QI?ASIN=0439023521	Great book to get you hooked into the series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you have seen the movie, you must read the book! The movie doesn't really make sense without all the details of the book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RB7ZBLYG6NKJ3?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Kept me wanting more !!! Can't wait to read the rest of the series !!<br/>An to see the movie and their twist of the story!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17NKUBH1020WX?ASIN=0439023521	The best book I have read in 3 years	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was probably on of the best plots to a book I can think of.<br/>And I can t wait to read the next one<br/><br/>-Taeo</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CVC51B2TLR11?ASIN=0439023521	Jlo	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book. This book leaves you with wanting to read the next book in the series. The characters are great. Hope you enjoy!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14FXPXMHTAHHP?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">good story....kept my interest the whole way through.  Would highly recommend.  I  Looking forward to the rest of the series</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKVY3HJRDEP71?ASIN=0439023521	Great!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm not the fastest of readers, but this story line was so easy to read and captivating, I flew right through it in no time!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8NSUAV3L058?ASIN=0439023521	Great Story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was recommended to me by my daughter and I loved every minute of it, and couldn't wait fot the next in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31ROJ4JY4GGNM?ASIN=0439023521	AWESOME!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Nonstop action from start to finish!! I loved the way it was written...really pulls you in and leaves you fiending for more!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R123LKVQ8YSPQO?ASIN=0439023521	I loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is the first book I read in English. I found it easy to read, and most of all the story captivated me from the beginning!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2V9OOJK1XF92L?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book, couldn't put it down. Can't wait to read the next two!<br/>Suzanne Collins, it is the best book I've ever read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18PADZOZ069MW?ASIN=0439023521	Rocks	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is the one of the best books I have ever read.<br/>I think my favorite part was when peata takes care of Katnise.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1H7S76N5J3J3J?ASIN=0439023521	Addictive, awesome book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read the entire series after reading this first in series book.  I would highly recommend this book and the entire series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TND1PEI3ANQ4?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Recommended !! It is awesome!!! If you like to read adventurous books,then read this awesome book !!!  You better read it!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RONW6VY8D6J7A?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was literally the best book I've ever read its so exiting and there's twists and.turns everywhere BEST BOOK EVER!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2E9NWN2L1W3FO?ASIN=0439023521	Good story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fast reading. Good story with strong female character.  All my friends and grandaughter also loved it. Couldn't put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29V516V01IPFW?ASIN=0439023521	Terrific	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The world is well developed, the characters are interesting, and the action is realistic and exciting. I have no complaints.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NLLODGCD2TU6?ASIN=0439023521	Really, really good!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put this book down, I was hooked from start to finish and immediately bought, read and devoured the whole series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RDLFBWO9FZPC?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was so clever and so captivating.  I could not put it down. I cannot wait to see was the second book has in store!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RX0ZTGYDW2N3P?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was great. I had first seen the movie and decided to buy the book. I loved it. Reminds me of 1984.....big brother.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UF0UJ8YU019U?ASIN=0439023521	I really liked this book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If I could, I'd give this book just about 4.80 stars. The storyline was really cool, and the beginning was actually... good!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JLFQS38JRF8U?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought it was very suspenseful, I couldn't put it down.  I would read it at every opportunity I got until I was finished.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9K5Z04PB5P5C?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read this book in a matter of hours.  Have no idea why I waited so long to read it. Would def recommend this book to anyone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2EFRYRRDGHGNH?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book came in brand new condition.  I loved the book and passed it along when I was finished with it. Really enjoyed it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3669QEZ5Q13RR?ASIN=0439023521	Great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this book.  While it's targeted to young adults, not-so-young adults will enjoy it, too.  It's a fast read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2P279YIVJCJ4X?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book couldn't but it down...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I finish all three of this series and LOVE them all.  Great for those who enjoy action and those who enjoy the love stories.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NSSI0P1WCXAA?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing book, could not put it down! On to the second! Not usually the type of book I would read but so glad I tried it out!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KKOPMWSSGZP?ASIN=0439023521	BEST BOOK IN THE UNIVERSE!!!<3	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could MOT put this book down! It was a super book. Once you get hold of this book you will not be able to put it down!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3575FU8F7OSIL?ASIN=0439023521	I like it a lot, I read in one night (a very long night)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I like it a lot, I read in one night (a very long night)<br/><br/>I like it a lot, I read in one night (a very long night)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZBB6WYXMTUUF?ASIN=0439023521	don't wait, read it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was reluctant to start this series - I wish I hadn't waited so long.  Such a fun and intriguing read - great storytelling!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SRLAUQC5EQ3D?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this book. It was a little lovey-dovey for my liking at the end, but overall I do recommend it. Great read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXASA2WNWWTOP?ASIN=0439023521	Great book for all ages	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My 11 year old son loves this book, can't put it down, and a 20-something friend of ours also loves hers. Good for all ages.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PWTNTKBF964D?ASIN=0439023521	Great product	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a really good book! I'm still starting my English learning! I've improved quite a lot. The book has been part of it!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17B07I3HNT96T?ASIN=0439023521	the hunger games good read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was one I didnt Know I would love. I picked it up 3 times and was done with it. I will buy the next.I did love it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4KBG8U8P2JA4?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What an amazing story that this author creates for us!  I didn't know what to expect from this book and was pleasantly surprised that the entire book surprised me.  As an avid reader many books can begin to take the same turn of events and themes, but this was refreshing.  The author does a wonderful job at making you feel part of what is happening and care for the charactors and the greater themes.  Once I finished this book I couldn't wait to jump into the next!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HMR1F2XNONG9?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great book in the series. Once you read it, you will definitely want to continue to the next book. Catching Fire.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPEOAIIML4QFO?ASIN=0439023521	Great !!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I honestly didn't think I would like this book but I was pleasantly surprised...it was so good!!  A definite 'must read' !!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXQCSI8LOPTVR?ASIN=0439023521	review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Enjoyed the book. Interesting. Maybe try to get the set soon. Enjoyed borrowing it through my prime membership with Amazon.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1EPHAUWDZ1KX9?ASIN=0439023521	awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book is awesome I love it so much. if your thinking about getting it GET IT!!!!!!!! its the best book I ever read!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IZZMKYWT12Y4?ASIN=0439023521	great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Enjoyed every moment of this book looking forward to the second edition. Enjoyed the details better than the movie version.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RD2GV5FVV3EJ?ASIN=0439023521	Much better than expected	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Simplicity that reads easily, yet plot depth that drags you in until the last word. Definitely looking forward to book two.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21R95FE8860T5?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Much more detail than the movies could ever provide. A few differences as well were nice to add more meaning to situations.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4XCL8BDE2LS9?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book. I saw the movie and I was blown away<br/> The characters are sooooooo good and they made this book very well.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RW3NIZ4FCXXAT?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is great! I could not put it down until it was finished...<br/>Never a boring moment, leaving me eager for more.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20C0AF2SCVB6Y?ASIN=0439023521	AWESOME	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a wonderful book it's so moving and really makes you think how things could change. Peeta is my favorite character.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RA8TL5T1I0FZR?ASIN=0439023521	I loved this book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book .I recommend anybody who searches this book should get it.warning I only read the first part of the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KVNULPCTB3SG?ASIN=0439023521	Hypnotizing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't do anything but finish this book once I started. Absolutely captivating. So much more than I could've hoped for.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33G0F3YZI6ESU?ASIN=0439023521	good!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a great book! I didn't know what to expect because I never watched the movie or knew much about it, but it was good!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXYO80QA61EWY?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the book much better than the movie. Much better detail and an easy read. Can't wait to read the rest of the series</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKROXG4AZ5JP5?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good book! Very descriptive, very cool and  just an incredibly doin book to read. The Hunger Games are my new favorite book</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3S2PTGK60D0TR?ASIN=0439023521	Great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Would highly recommend this book!  Definitely better than the movie and I can't wait to read the second book in the series!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCL0YX5CEAL20?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is awesome and I read it really fast, can't wait to read the sequel. I want to read it before the movie comes out</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FH6TP6K0GONG?ASIN=0439023521	Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is very Interesting.  It is good for  traveller in the plane.  I highly recommend it.<br/><br/>No more comment.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RB3SRYFYWYM5I?ASIN=0439023521	Once you start you can't put it down!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Incredibly gripping, once you start reading you won't be able to stop until you've reached the last page of the third book!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZLTCRA3RQ38A?ASIN=0439023521	Truly amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A must read. This book pulled me in with each word. Thisbis the second time ive read it, and i still couldn't stop reading.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3D8F8CT4KRKCW?ASIN=0439023521	nice book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I got this book for my 9 yr old. he was very pleased and read it pretty quickly! He said the book was better than the movie</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RD1KH5NL0KMAG?ASIN=0439023521	great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this book. I wanted to read it before the first movie came out. Deffinately my favorite book of the series</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YNMPQGXYJFXN?ASIN=0439023521	this is awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is amazing! I'm hooked! Can't wait to start the 2nd one!<br/>I love katniss and peeta and want to see the movie!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSMIU3IDWJZIT?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie first then saw I could rent free with Amazon prime. What  a page  turner.  Can't wait to read the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3Q31J7CS8EH63?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Not one of my favorite series, I think it is for the younger generation, not someone in their 60's.<br/><br/>PHYLLIS BOND</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYG71E6C9YCDN?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games. Like most books this was far better than the movie. Enjoyed reading it. Very entertaining.To the next one</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R142QEGPKSHZZ5?ASIN=0439023521	Captivating Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Started a bit slow for me but then became very captivating, couldn't wait to get back to it to find out what happened next!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PVTZ61WJ31Y7?ASIN=0439023521	Rave	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was late to the party for this book but none the less it kept me wanting more! Lucky for me there's 2 more books to read!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RULT4HMGHYB3W?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was very interesting to read. great plot, very interesting characters and easy to follow. Had me on the edge of my seat.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3V9WX0YRI1ESY?ASIN=0439023521	I'm hooked	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this story, great writing!!  All 3 books are great reading material!!  A must read.  Once you start you cannot stop.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17DSV80ZQYGDC?ASIN=0439023521	Best Book Ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book so much and I think it's good for all ages. And both boys and girls. It's as romance and an action novel.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16DIUGB6PI3J5?ASIN=0439023521	I LOVE IT!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I ABSOLUTELY LOVE THIS BOOK!!!! I couldn't stop reading!!! I recommend this to a true lover of suspense. Buy a copy NOW!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10L49N33DSIFC?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book. MUST READ	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great book, I cant wait to read the next one. This book was amazing I felt as if I was in the hunger games myself</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JFKQBO80VR4V?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome book that was hard to put down. I loved it. A very easy and quick read and now I appreciate the movie so much more!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36DWL5XFWA5Y7?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is amazing! This series is my favorite all ages would be interested in this great book written by a great author!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4F12LK3HCX1Q?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the battle scene. I felt everything the death to the victory Suzanne Collins has outdone herself. I loved the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RTHUT5I8O7JA?ASIN=0439023521	Good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good book I cant wait to read the rest of the series. To see what happens with peeta,katniss,and gale. On to the next book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WD33M4W8FE6P?ASIN=0439023521	Enthralling	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Action packed paragraph to paragraph...page to page...one of the best series I have read in a long time. Highly recommended</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHZZFZQW0RMA2?ASIN=0439023521	What a great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a great book to read from beginning to end. I had a hard time putting it down. I can't wait to start the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Z22080HNQGX0?ASIN=0439023521	Very entertaining	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love the suspense and being inside the protagonist's head. Solid story line, decently written. Can't wait for book two!:)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3Q43K65YO7EAC?ASIN=0439023521	amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">she has outdone herself once again. after the first few minutesi was completely hooked. i look foward to more books by her.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3F9BW2XYBPY2L?ASIN=0439023521	Loved everything but the ending	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The books were so thrilling that you couldn't put then down, but then the ending is left unfinished and a bit disappointing</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2763U9JWGAILC?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book. Always have, always will. It's one of my favorite series. 5 stars is what this book truthfully deserves.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UB2VGE40CUHP?ASIN=0439023521	None	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this was the best ever. i loved it so much. it was so good that after a few minutes of reading, i didnt have to try to read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DT2Y100DVVW?ASIN=0439023521	Good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fast shipping and great read, I highly recommend to anyone. Quick paced and action filled. Hope you enjoy as much as I did.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NAGGH3ODQ8AY?ASIN=0439023521	Mystifying	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is Mystifying. I loved every part of it. If you want to buy a exciting thrilling book buy The Hunger Games</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMIDELYXDX3CT?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My daughter is addicted to the Hunger Games so yes, this book fed that addiction. :) And you cannot go wrong with a Kindle.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1S5N6ZN4T5XDR?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent Book!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a very different read for me, but was so glad I tried it.<br/>Throughly enjoyable. Very different and interesting.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IMLONXYTUGKC?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games is a fantastic read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I would recommend this kindle book. It is an easy yet exciting read. I look forward to reading the next book in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSIKCOBEKB5SQ?ASIN=0439023521	Instant classic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I keep rereading it and it never tires. Great girl lead, perfect amount of action and drama, so emotional and well crafted.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HGLZTUXBNOH3?ASIN=0439023521	wow, just wow	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Such an equal balance of fear, fun, love and desperation. Easy read but altogether intriguing. Must read the whole series!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2URNJ996UJVLJ?ASIN=0439023521	mature reader surprised	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What a surprise. I read this book just to see what my teens were reading &amp; immediately became hooked. What a gripping read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYDO4J80PPMBI?ASIN=0439023521	love love love love love!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a must read!! not too violent, underlying love story. amazing.  halfway through the second book and it's great too.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KOXZVYMEDBDQ?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book kept my attention the entire time. I grew to love the characters. Even my 12 year old son has started reading it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2H7LL1LXBUH2B?ASIN=0439023521	best book ever!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the best book i have ever read in my whole life!!! :-) i wish i could give it ten stars! I couldnt stop reading it!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FOMGZOH44DCN?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games Review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome story line that really draws you in and keeps you reading.  I couldn't put it down and read it in just a few hours.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WOM87Z6MECIO?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I literally skipped work for 2 days and read these books. I couldn't put them down, I was hooked.  Now I need a new series!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R802Q7PAG8VLG?ASIN=0439023521	love love love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins has really wrote a masterpiece here. Such an interesting and original idea, I could not put this book down!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PKMKF0F83RY9?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was such a great book, I finished it in about 2 days. Cant wait to start reading Catching Fire! Highly recommended!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RZJQT17CWGYX?ASIN=0439023521	one of the best books I've read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is the first in a series aimed at teens but a great read for adults. I'm giving them out for christmas this year.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2W6TU3RGNAHYV?ASIN=0439023521	Great story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The story is basically about a teenager who is forced to compete in a 24-man-enter-1-man-leaves event. I don't want to spoil the new readers by telling more about the plot, but it is really interesting and the characters are believable. I also like the dialogue!<br/>These books are well written. I would say that even if these are for YA books, they also are good for adults looking for some action&amp;adventure to read.<br/>Watch out J.K. Rawlings! This writer is next!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CQT3MRY8FFU7?ASIN=0439023521	very entertaining	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">good read, I enjoyed it.  A little dark, but thought provoking.  I've definitely recommended it to others since I read it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RE9G8F0TLN2T1?ASIN=0439023521	Great book, epic story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Really liked the book, loved the movies.  Trying to get the kids into it, so far so good.  Great read for any age over 12.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OWC9XYW8F10O?ASIN=0439023521	Love how the story is narrate from Katniss's perspective!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great story, well written. It was easy to follow. Love the twist and confusion that the heroin has between Gale and Peeta!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KNU7RB5W4D5W?ASIN=0439023521	Movie is better.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Not a great book, but couldn't put it down because I had watched the movie and was continuously trying to compare the two.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26QG44QGX2GWB?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked everything about this book and glad that there is a second book because the ending was left too open for my taste.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DB4T9SRYFEKE?ASIN=0439023521	Product was as advertised	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The product (book) came as it was advertised and my girlfriend and I fell in love with the stories. Down with the capital!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17E790WNKOZ5J?ASIN=0439023521	I don't always review books	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">But when I do; 10/10 would read again, and possibly on multiple occasions. I would definitely recommend this amazing book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTAE00RY1275Y?ASIN=0439023521	Well written	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book recommended by a friend. I was unable to put it down. The action very descriptive, could picture all in my mind.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2O7O0XT8Z6KUF?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">definitely brings more to the table than the movie. was 'recommended by a friend and would recommend it myself. good read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NKRRC9U953BF?ASIN=0439023521	almost reality	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have never been so entertained by something so close to reality. Who would have thought Panel would be so close to home.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DJGUH41OR1NN?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">How can you not love this series. With the hero making it through the adversities thrown at her and coming out the winner.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BODTIZ7E8G3?ASIN=0439023521	excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well written great story didn't ever want to put it down!! Getting ready to read the second one now! Nothing I didn't like</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3A9WRM8S0FKYQ?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved thus book and couldn't put it down for a minute!  I would recommend it to anyone, but especially adventure lovers!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ESFCHV7VC70W?ASIN=0439023521	oh how lovely	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I like how detailed it is compared to the movie. CAN'T GET ENOUGH OF IT! LOVIN' IT LIKE IT IS THE BEST THING IN THE WORLD!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RHELS6OSF7H8?ASIN=0439023521	Good but has a liitle defect!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">First of all, the book's front cover has a little scratches...but overall the book is very good! I think the seller is ok~</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DLCH4GUHFVXL?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This series is fabulous. I was captivated for two days as I read each one. Exciting and thought provoking. Loved each one!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PCW1SQWE4KRF?ASIN=0439023521	So good, there aren't even words.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Can't even describe how engrossing this book is, how enjoyable it is, you're hooked from the start...a must read for sure.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JOTJNX11EYY5?ASIN=0439023521	Surprisingly good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A fast and riveting read! Katniss is a memorable protagonist. I enjoyed being in Collins' world. Four more words ... Done!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TL8CK3UUPE1N?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I found it different and exhilarating. I connected with one of the characters in this book. Rue the girl from district 11.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NIQ4NMP3VXR2?ASIN=0439023521	Good story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well developed plot and characters, definitely reading the series. The movie does a good job of telling the story as well.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SVAUYHVAB5TN?ASIN=0439023521	Terrific	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well written great story !! A must read!! So unique written so well you feel like you're in the arena with the characters.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGZO1P6ZXPACU?ASIN=0439023521	Fast paced	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fast paced, exciting vividly detailed with a focus on good in the face of evil.  Up all night for the first time in years.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IH0ZH61724OP?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome read!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I definitely recommend reading this book, it kept my attention the entire time and made me feel what the characters felt!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RR7JY9KPXBSR1?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing Trilogy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of my favorite book series ever!  The books are even better than the movies.  A series for adults as well a teenagers.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RD4JDCTAOMVIT?ASIN=0439023521	awesome read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Easy convincing and addictive. Even with the movies out the book feels fresh. A must read for everyone. Highly recommended</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Q388LWA47721?ASIN=0439023521	Got this on a whim	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't put it down.  So cliche but I really enjoyed this book.  It is a quick fun read .  Can't wait to read the rest of</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RU0SR29XYB45H?ASIN=0439023521	What is all the hub-bub about?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was pretty disappointing, especially after all the hype.  The ending was better than I thought that it would be.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RP1S0I4SEMYE1?ASIN=0439023521	excellent read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put it down. Ready to get on with the second book right away.<br/>Hope the rest of the series is just as good!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R254RHZHD3I1X1?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome book!!!!!!!&&	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was one of the best books I`v ever read!!!!! The battle was the best part!!! Can't wait for to read the the books!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BKSOB2E5OCZZ?ASIN=0439023521	awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">great book a very different book i love the series they are great books i could not put this book down until i finished it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23BU3BCB7AWP4?ASIN=0439023521	Loved the 1st Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought the 1st book was great.  It kept my attention the whole time.  The premises was intreguing.  Nothing more to say</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XX5VXQHM2WZW?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've heard so many good things about this trilogy that I had to read it myself.  I'm glad I did it.  I enjoyed every page.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RK3VK3WBJS6P6?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved the book  couldn't put. It down. Just finished second and bought the last one  can't wait to read and see the movies</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18IU6SBRKXZSX?ASIN=0439023521	School Item	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Book is great! Everyone should read it if they haven't gotten a chance. Nothing like the movie. Love both movie and book!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20HIMF7NA7F1T?ASIN=0439023521	Excelent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">For the first look the theme sounded odd to me, bud reading the book I have to say it is one of the best I have ever read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4YORPHTZLUHP?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book, much better than the movie! There are children fighting and dying so probably not for the young reader.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R117IUXLUBS7ZN?ASIN=0439023521	Surprising	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Not a typical young adult novel.  Just a cleanly written story with very serious and realistic theme. More should read it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AWSBZXSKSKAM?ASIN=0439023521	Easy to read after watching the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Quick read, especially after watching the movie.  Great way to get yourself wanting to read the second book in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GCEFRGTWLB3Y?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">great story, fast read, I flew through the entire trilogy, highly recommend all the books, great for ages 15-50, fun reads</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RY6A3PSJ63P4Q?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well worth reading the whole series.  All of the books were a good read and would be age appropriate for a younger reader.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AXYKV6Q67TBF?ASIN=0439023521	Wow	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow. Keeps your interest from start to finish. Can't wait to start book two. I hear the other. Two books are just as good.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RK6AC76CRVDL2?ASIN=0439023521	First one of the series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This one will get you hooked and then you will immediately get the next two.  Good series to read no matter what your age.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2EOKMYXHQ6SES?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Thank you Suzanne Collins it was beautiful and fabulous. I am so excited to read the next book. You are a talented author.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14C0H6ZVI1APD?ASIN=0439023521	Best book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Five stars This was better than the movie was and the best book I ever read can't wait to read the next book in the series</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12ARNJZNCJTQD?ASIN=0439023521	AWESOME	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the book, and I loved the movie so excited for catching fire's movie. Awesome book definitely read it is worth it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1D5VZTNIZI0P1?ASIN=0439023521	Review on: The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The hunger games is a vary good book and I look forward to reading the next book even though my friend already spoiled it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RU5GJISQJLDH0?ASIN=0439023521	Better than I expected	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very good read, couldn't put it down, made for a good movie and I am not a big fan of movie adaptations of popular novels.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFOZUCXKWJRKX?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Now I can't wait to see the movie. Really enjoyed reading this book. Would recommend reading book before seeing the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12XJII7GIF3PS?ASIN=0439023521	Awsome Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved the movie, loved the book even more! Highly recommend this book for any age reader. Lots of suspense and excitement!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30HPJMKVEK5A2?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best book ever. It has everything. It is emotional, action, romance, and more. I'm just waiting for the movie to come out.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MLX759TDY35?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book and wound up reading the entire series in less than a week.  It definitely hooks the reader immediately.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYT00KNMJQ6D9?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love all the books!!!!! And the movie is the best!!! You must read this amazing book!!!I have read the whole series!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YU0RZFTPMM0P?ASIN=0439023521	Torn	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The story just flowed. A page turner. So many emotions that Katmiss has to go through. I can't wait to read the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RC90W4NXC2A5Z?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Of all the stories I have read this is the first one I actually couldn't stop reading. I can't wait to finish the trilogy.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FPZ04C7KIRX0?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Page turner and very creative on the author's part.  Super book and a great movie (I saw the movie after I read the book).</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ON5W4X6BET65?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Pretty fast moving content .. A bit wordy at times but overall ...really enjoyed the book and looking forward to number 2!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R341HNDXZMOTXJ?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am glad I purchased this online. Book arrived brand new! It was a good price and came quick. All around good experience!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1D2WO0PUV9ZG3?ASIN=0439023521	if you play r o b l o x send me a friend request my username is r y z a 1 3 without the spaces play my place	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i love this book it is very good suzanne collins has done it again read the the title if you play r o b l o x  and like it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1P789WHKB5XX8?ASIN=0439023521	i love this book so much. it was a mix of action, adventure and romance! unexpected twists are around every corner.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book so much! It was a mix of action, adventure and romance! There was unexpected twists around every corner!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7KN6L1F2ZR9C?ASIN=0439023521	Very Entertaining!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought the author did a great job with her trilogy (still need to read the third book however).  I highly recommend it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCG9XZSEYBV53?ASIN=0439023521	Poorly written but acompelling story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's trash but it's an easy read. I read the whole series over a few days. It's certainly not as good as the hype suggests</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Q2IU2OEVMZFN?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book!!! I read it in 2 days. I'm not a big reader. I could not put it down. Had to finish it before i saw the movie.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1U1L4K7NF01HL?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great book better than the movie.  This is a great series to read for anybody looking to read this kind of book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RF3ZSKE34Y4FN?ASIN=0439023521	exciting read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Exciting, easy read. Couldn't put the book down, finished in a day. I'm near 30 years old. Would recommend to teens on up.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3G3TFP7EVLC5W?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved this book..great writing. Would recommend this book for all to read. Looking forward to reading the next book. Enjoy</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RE2L9C6WD5C8A?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed every page.  This book was inventive, the characters are interesting. Katniss is a true hero as are many others.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39ZUVY02Z6UHL?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a fast read and the only disappointing thing was that it was not longer. I would recommend this book for any age.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQTVFE49KF0YD?ASIN=0439023521	The best series I have seen for a while.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger Games was a good read,, exciting and held my interest from cover to cover.  I weould reccomend it to other readers.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1O2CY1N34M5HO?ASIN=0439023521	loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved it!! They were so fun to read. I told my english teacher about the books and she had us do a book report the them!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3EF5QJ6O2SYWA?ASIN=0439023521	Great quick read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book.  Was a quick read.  I was looking to read it before the movie came out. The book turned out to be captivating.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQW3YGOTJ1PXQ?ASIN=0439023521	best book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i  loved this book it is full of suspence not knowing what is next .  Not  only is this a good book it is a love story  :}</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLV1GAR6JZMKK?ASIN=0439023521	PAGE TURNER	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved loved loved this book. I won't even elaborate because there are so many great reviews on here, but yeah I LOVED IT</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNKN7HDO5DXY5?ASIN=0439023521	loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">it was awesome and really good but kinda sad i read all three and really enjoyed them and thing there should be more books</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQ8X4VOL3RP0J?ASIN=0439023521	HAPPY	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">MY 11 YEAR OLD DAUGHTER LOVES THE HUNGER GAMES BOOKS.  SHE WISHES THERE WERE MORE THAN THREE.  WOULD BUY AGAIN. THANK YOU.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RK5NL6PLNA7HI?ASIN=0439023521	Great book at a great price.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Just finished reading the book before the movie and now I am a total fan of the series.  About to start the next one ASAP.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GLJRCM6B4BUR?ASIN=0439023521	great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Item was packaged well, it was recieved very quickly and when I did get it, it was exactly as described. Thanks a million.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2M22ZB8UY6BHW?ASIN=0439023521	Grabbed me!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the first book in a long time without mythical creatures that really grabbed my attention. I couldn't put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2X7FVPRL4F2A5?ASIN=0439023521	Equally Balanced between drama, suspense and love	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a great book. Written well, with a great story line that pulls you in. Definitely worth taking the time to read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UNHWDK9P95LI?ASIN=0439023521	Hungar Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is wonderful! A rivoting Sci-fi fiction...not just for young adults for older readers too! Very interesting !!!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1D4J8VSBYD2QH?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A friend with a houseful of teens/young adults frequently praised this book - I had to see what the fuss was about.<br/><br/>Downloaded a sample onto my Kindle and read the first couple of paragraphs and bought the trilogy.<br/><br/>I lost many hours of sleep due to this book and was glad I could go straight on to the next two books.<br/><br/>At the end of the book though, and knowing there are two more to come, you wonder exactly what further is going to happen to Katniss and Peeta.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27QMBI67HL5RF?ASIN=0439023521	Gdjd	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This dhdhdhdcdjsnxndjehdbdjdjdbddhdbdhdjdbfbcdhe djdbdhdj dhd dhd dhd dhd dhd dhd dhd dd dhd dhd ddh dhd dhd h db dhd dbd</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9QVP58PA3FU4?ASIN=0439023521	Good Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought this book was better than the movie, which books usually are right? Getting ready to start the next one now : )</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MUJ4ZTVUA00O?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love<br/>it was awesome<br/>I would recommend it also the movie I hope you enjoy it I think it would be a good choice</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPEUT0R2BIUB2?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">In my opinion this book is the best one of the Hunger Games series. I love the parts in the Capitol and the descriptions.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XIUTQROUW5P1?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't wait to get the next book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A great read. Better than the movie. Couldn't wait to get the next book. I highly recommend it. Definitely a page turner.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QY1HJZ14WNLB?ASIN=0439023521	Great gift	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought this as a gift for my boyfriend whom loves it! Came in perfect condition as described. Great book/movie as well!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12TZTBTRY39O1?ASIN=0439023521	good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought the book could use more background information. I was interested to learn more about how the government worked.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1EF9LY6BEYSW9?ASIN=0439023521	Quick read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">much better than the movie. it usually takes me a long time<br/>e to finish a book but this time I couldn't put it down.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BL6ITH2OX49C?ASIN=0439023521	Love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the second time I have read this and still it is a page turner; it grabs you and pulls you in until the very end.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1H6OUY2ZIDPND?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games - incredible mental images	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book and nearly impossible to put down.  Read this and let your imagination run wild and paint incredible pictures!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PJX4TNXI73G3?ASIN=0439023521	Survival is to kill others	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Interesting read - didn't like the story.  Don't like the idea of hunting people for survival.  Not my kind of enjoyment.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12F8G3JR44C07?ASIN=0439023521	;) bc kl	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">BEST BOOK I'VE READ!  This is one of the best book ever. I liked the book better then the movie. U should read this book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3ME0R3SSNNFNX?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book was awesome. I highly recommend it. I liked every little thing about it. the details and the romance :) katniss</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2D0YGUTFL7FFG?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The entire Hunger Games trilogy is fantastic.  I read them all as quickly as I could.  Scifi dystopian future type stuff.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FTVMKG90WE5E?ASIN=0439023521	Well done; compelling.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So well written I was drawn in immediately; I felt like I was part of the team, rooting and cheering for them to victory.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZJWOXN0EHBXV?ASIN=0439023521	great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it better than the movie. Can't wait to start the next one.  The story is so fulfilling it leaves you wanting more.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3M5O8ZJ9LPMMH?ASIN=0439023521	This book is awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book. If you buy this, you won't be disappointed. Can't wait to read Catching Fire and Mockingjay. Enjoy this book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MWOXN92JDWLT?ASIN=0439023521	Fun	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great easy read. Lots of details leaving you wanting more! Unable to put book down, jumped straight into the second book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1AUC46XJ1ZUHF?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Absolutely loved this book it was captivating from the start. The book has an element of surprise that I wasn't expecting</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25HWALIEHAKMN?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent book about the loss of freedom and how individuals keep it alive in their lives.  Movie followed the book well.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15TJDBDDXTFRS?ASIN=0439023521	loved it!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i love this book because theres nothing else like it out. i have read this book 7 times now and it still hasnt gotten old</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQC5RJR83HQ2L?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this Series! Its gripping you can't put it down! The characters are strong, unique and don't pander to stereotypes</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24JM48WCFKODS?ASIN=0439023521	Good Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was exciting! It held my attention ! Was hard to put down. I would recommend this as a ""Must Read"" for summer!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IHTFXMILMUW?ASIN=0439023521	Luv it!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book and I can't wait to read the others!! Collins left us a cliff ending and it makes me want to read more.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ACW4BMT9RFKC?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing book!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">You'll have a lot of fun reading this book! It doesn't matter your age or if you like romance or action. It's got it all!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CNTIHDKEWI1A?ASIN=0439023521	Great book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Definitely worth a read, it's always fun to watch the movies after you've read the books. I would recommend this trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KS6ZJNYK4MR3?ASIN=0439023521	I expected something deeper	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was way more simplistic than I thought it would be. Shame. Everyone acted like it was going to be  a cerebral novel.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PEOZJZ75WSN4?ASIN=0439023521	Great Beginning	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome start to what seems to be an amazing trilogy. Can't wait to get started on the next one. Definitely recommend it.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BZ6VEN4P7495?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games Book 1	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved it its to bad I can't afford the second book. Katniss and  Peeta where amazing I could feel the love between them</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OIIBRXPLY74D?ASIN=0439023521	OMG	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of the best books I've read! Can't wait the next ones in the series catching fire and I saw the hunger games movie!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18RJ1ZSKPA8NF?ASIN=0439023521	great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i finally watched the first part of the movie and lobved it, now i am going to read the book, great price, fast shippping</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8PYUCOWJV5UM?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">AWESOME!!!  I couldn't put the book down .  And with the narration it was like I was there. I would recommend  this book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27ODCI692IP1O?ASIN=0439023521	EXTREMELY AWESOMELY AWESOME!!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best book ever. I could never put it down. I highly recommend this book to everyone. It is the best book ever to be made.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39Y2SGOEIXBZ?ASIN=0439023521	great series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">great read for anyone that likes action books and ones that involve the military, fast paced and action packed adventure.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXMATD7MKZFHQ?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wasn't sure about this book, as I'm not usually a fan of first person novels, but very easy read that fully immerses you.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R71F15EZF28XN?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fun and exciting the whole way through. It's always great to see a love story develop. I definitely recommend this novel.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3S70FJWL5TQPD?ASIN=0439023521	Great story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Action packed, and a great love story :) Who couldn't ask for more? Would recommend for anyone and a quick and easy read.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34N9SU9HCP0WJ?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic and an awesome clifhanger	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved it and every time I had to stop I wanted to keep reading it was very well written left me wanting the other books</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKAWLZKPIZRG0?ASIN=0439023521	This book is amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love the 'tragedies' in this book. And the love between Katniss and Peeta made me fall in love with this book.!!!!!! (:</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39RXU8F9ENP54?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved the book, I couldn't put it down!!! Can't wait to start the second book to see what happens to Katniss and Peeta.(:</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QRO98XOD0U0O?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought it was super AWESOME!! So many cliff hangers! I LOVED it sooooo much!!!!!!<br/># HUNGER GAMES FAN CLUB FOREVER</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IDUEHE295ER9?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I recommend this book to just about anyone. The craftsmanship o  thus book is absolutely amazing. It's just a great read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31CBOV1ISAT9A?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love these books. So well written and it just makes you feel like you're there, experiencing the whole thing yourself..</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VF3QG1M3I13K?ASIN=0439023521	AWESOME	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best book I have ever read! Couldn't stop reading it! Amazing description! Felt like I was there! I definitely recommend!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10KN3C3JFIWEQ?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book.  Kept my attention through the book.  Full of action and heart ache.  Can't wait to read the next book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3Q0C9TBIVEOQM?ASIN=0439023521	Wow!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was absolutely wonderful!!!! I am eager to get the next book to see what happens when Madness finally does let go!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HGIWBETZRK1N?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Can't believe I didn't read this sooner! The author keeps you wanting more and you've reached the end before you know it!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34MRX7R457L4A?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I chose this rating because I thought it was a very great love/adventure story!!<br/>Hunger games is so amazingly great!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIOKOG96Y6FAC?ASIN=0439023521	Love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My third favorite book only to catching fire and mockingjay just an awesome book i recomend to everyone just a great read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYTSGZOF1X9CZ?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely love this book! Great detail. Easy to read, and comprehend. Thank you Suzanne Collins for a wonderful read!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HGC82HK1OSB6?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best book ever super super super awesome<br/>Like a boss I say<br/>Like a boss I<br/>Like a boss<br/>Like a<br/>Like</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUOXUFCQ7MFG9?ASIN=0439023521	Could not put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">THis was a great book.  Looked forward to reading every day and could not put it down!  Loved it.  On the second book now</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1P8RHZRU1P0S1?ASIN=0439023521	True Grit	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Interesting n very entertaining .  These do leave a bit to the imagination which could appeal to a greater reading world.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R329P339AF1P45?ASIN=0439023521	Great book with many twist and interesting moments.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book with many twist and interesting moments. Loved it! Can't wait to read something else from the author. 5 stars!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RERGIDTNFDE4R?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Unusual and exciting.  I will definitely read the next two in the trilogy and hope they will be as good as the first one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2B7U5LI7LJ8YS?ASIN=0439023521	Love~	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really loved this book! It was a fast read that I was able to finish within 2 days. It definitely lives up to the hype!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OJWWOVQPC2RS?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent book! I couldn't put it down.  The other two books in the trilogy are just as good. Would definitely recommend.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21DY3BQGFLMUL?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best book I have read in so long! It made me so eager to read the final two book! I would recomend this book to anyone!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9EMFTOI8GZI7?ASIN=0439023521	Read it in one day	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a really great book. I could not put it down! I seriously read the entire book in one day. Read it! Read it, now!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZF1SAAIHG5CI?ASIN=0439023521	Can't believe I liked it so much!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have never got addicted to a book or series like this. I am not even an avid reader, but I got hooked with this author.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ETVK876IFSNS?ASIN=0439023521	hungergames	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book, really kept me on edge.  Loved every minute. Not sure if the movie will be as good, but plan to check it out.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RGSO8EXQ3KJ5?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The movie was good but the book is awesome!  I'm really enjoying seeing the things left out of the movie in my minds eye.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FJXLBU8YNI4C?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is one of the best books i've read in a long time.  I am now in yhe middle of book 2 and have already bought book 3.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OECE56X38HE7?ASIN=0439023521	spectacular	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Oh my...the hunger games was an amazing book!  It was difficult to put it down.  Already bought the next in the series...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MIYAXC3RA44Z?ASIN=0439023521	A Good Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wanted to read this book before I went and saw the movie.  The book was very good and the whole trilogy is a must read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R122O2KTWFP0PR?ASIN=0439023521	book review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger games was the first book I downloaded to my kindle. It was easy to read &amp; loved reading it after seeing the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16ICQQ90UX5GZ?ASIN=0439023521	Loved this book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really loved the book. I read it so I could screen it for my 11 y.o. son to read. Now I'm going to buy the second book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28NPMKCP96LTR?ASIN=0439023521	Greta read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a wonderful book. A must read for everyone. I enjoyed the characters and the story very much! Worth every penny!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WHOI2PEVNS9K?ASIN=0439023521	Perfection!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing book!! I couldnt put it down!! LOVE LOVE LOVE and would definitely recommend this book to anyone of any age group</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8Y3HIPNJ9T15?ASIN=0439023521	Sal	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hooked me from the get go.  Loved the trilogy and the fact that it wasn't what you think it's going to be.  a great find!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1C0IB5I80IOKG?ASIN=0439023521	sorry, but no.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I should preface this review by saying that I read a lot, and am drawn to engaging, poetic prose with intellectual concepts that really get me thinking. I was not the target audience for this series. However, because of all the acclaim, I decided to read the first book.<br/><br/>Possible spoilers, although only on minor plot points:<br/><br/>I like a book where I can learn a new word or two, or struggle with an intriguing ethical dilemma, or connect with the characters' emotional complexities. This book had none of that. The plot of this story was highly implausible. The rule changes, the lack of emotion in the characters or their families, the fact that in a fight to the death, a character would actually let Katniss run away because he ""owed her one"" (referring to Flesh) was just unbelievable. Flesh had her on the ground. Are we really to believe that he would just let her go so easily, knowing eventually she'd become his predator?<br/><br/>The love story between Peeta and Katniss, though undoubtedly essential to the story, bored me to tears. I couldn't have been the only adult reader wishing their little adolescent romance would progress, even to a simple steamy make-out session, on one of those cool nights when they lay huddled together in the cave.<br/><br/>I felt like every opportunity the author had to show us different facets of Katniss' character was lost. Instead of killing people directly, Katniss barely killed in this story. And when she did, as stated, it was in an indirect manner. She was mainly on the defense and killed in order to survive, instead of preying on her competitors. I would have liked to see her befriend Rue and then come face-to-face with choosing between Rue's life or her own. No cop-outs: if she had killed Rue or even Peeta, I would have been sold. I would have been invested. I would have felt the anguish, the terror, the trauma of her experience. But instead, everything was all too easy: she was a skilled hunter and had the advantage of a fabricated love story with Peeta to win her the approval of her benefactors. Even the few other characters that we DO get to know are murdered off by other undeveloped characters we don't care about. Give me something to care about!<br/><br/>I may sound crazy for saying this, but the novel just wasn't dark enough for me.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2V3D9PUWWUY9A?ASIN=0439023521	Get your daughter a copy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A couple of persuasive people convinced me to read this book. It was a pretty decent read, although I was initially bothered by its unoriginality; It's essentially the protagonist of Winter's Bone (A somber, no-nonsense teenage girl living in the economically repressed Appalachians with an absent/dead father and a catatonic mother who is forced to hunt squirrels and other animals to provide for her younger siblings) inserted into the plot of the Japanese movie Battle Royale (Teenagers drafted into a reality television show set in the woods and forced to fight each other to the death). But the importance of originality can be overstated-the main point of the story is not WHAT it is about, but HOW it is about it (I think I stole that from Roger Ebert).<br/><br/>And I don't think either of those other works holds much appeal for a lot of young women anyway.<br/><br/>Hunger Games is a definite page turner, but unfortunately it isn't a wholly satisfying read-even by `young adult' standards. I got the impression that the author is more motivated by book sales and movie deals than providing a complete story experience for her reader. The book ends abruptly and you have to buy the rest of the trilogy to find out what happens. Perhaps this is the main reason for the lack of any serious characterization with the story's protagonist, Katniss. She's not terribly deep or insightful; at times her response to the whole battle to the death thing seems to border on nonchalance.<br/><br/>This is likely because Hunger Games: The Motion Picture was always meant to be marketed as an action-romance movie (rated PG-13!) and too much insight would slow things down. Plot is all you really need to make money. But Katniss is likable enough to carry the story and Collins does a capable job of highlighting her character's inner strength and craftiness and making her endearing.<br/><br/>Up until the arbitrary ending, I enjoyed it. If I had a young daughter (I would guess the targeted demographic here is between 10 and 19), I would give her a copy of the book with the hope that she could find some inspiration in a tough female character who climbs trees, hunts rabbits and has more important things to do than obsess over getting a boyfriend.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SD7DRX0Y1NKR?ASIN=0439023521	Not for Me	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">All of my bibliophilic friends in the blogosphere told me I had to read Hunger Games.  There's a reason I don't read contemporary fiction.  I think there's enough ugliness and drama in the world.  I don't want to read about it too.  So, even though I'm not a fan of Dystopian themes, I picked it up.  I'm still not sure what all the fuss is about.<br/><br/>I found the premise appalling.  I know, I know, that's the whole point of Dystopian themes, the shock value.  Still, reading it made me feel uncomfortable (again, I know that's the point), but it made it hard for me to engage with the book. So it's not my genre.  Even if I couldn't appreciate the theme, I strove to appreciate it other ways.<br/><br/>However, the plot was rather predictable.  I knew how it was going to end (and not because I was spoiled), it was just a matter of how Suzanne Collins would take the reader from point A to point B. For me, it was straight forward and without surprises.  It was the love story, or pseudo-love story, that finally made the read accessible to me.  Once I found a likable, character, and for me it wasn't Katniss, it did become a somewhat compelling read.  (Although, I think it was more of an 'I want to keep reading so I can be done with it,' than an 'I want to keep reading.') I didn't find Katniss to be a remarkable female character.  Yes, she volunteered to die in place of her sister, but in the end, it was her hunting skills and her comprehension of game theory that saved the day ...and she listened to her advisor.<br/><br/>It was well written. Though some of the negative reviews I've seen cast aspersions on Collins' writing style, I don't agree with any of them.  I don't fault the writing, I just don't appreciate the plot.<br/><br/>While I will continue to press on in the series, I don't think I'm the target audience.  If I want to read about atrocities, I'll read the non-fiction accounts, not waste my imagination on more horrifying ones.<br/><br/>[...]</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13QT2I7NILZF8?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent first book - the whole trilogy is fantastic!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was an awesome book. Found myself reading way too late at night in bed because I couldn't put it down. Same for the second two books in the trilogy. The movie looks like it will be great also. I don't understand why they have this book listed for kids/young adults. There are some fairly violent scenes throughout the trilogy so I think it's rated incorrectly. Either way, fantastic read. I was disappointed when it ended and I couldn't keep reading it!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RONOM4U2NZO2R?ASIN=0439023521	Okay	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was okay. I just expected more from all the hype. Maybe I'm too old for  it,though. Luckily I borrowed a copy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZC0IGDP803RP?ASIN=0439023521	Love these books!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love these books! A must for any serious series lovers! I have these in paperback but love the easy accsess of my kindle</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27DAD3AT1UT61?ASIN=0439023521	GREAT	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not stop reading. Was not sure it would be a book that I would like but heard great things about it. Glad I did.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CLSN2PMNY20H?ASIN=0439023521	HUNGER GAMES	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the best book I've ever read!!! It has so much detail and is so sad. But I love it so much!!!<br/>Fívë $+@rš!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RN7YO91QGI8KC?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the book it was very inspiring and wish all readers of fantasy to give it a try can't wait to read catching fire</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24T1WLTMH2T6J?ASIN=0439023521	reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My boy really enjoyed it. He read it and noticed the differences from the move and the book. It was an instant download.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IYSXB255KHHR?ASIN=0439023521	I definitely recommend.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Gripping.  Couldn't put it down.  If you liked the movie, you'll love the book.  I find myself anxiously waiting Book#2.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JETZWGBAX0DM?ASIN=0439023521	Child's play	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">For teens or younger only.  Not adult fiction in any sense of the word.  I have no desire to read the following volumes.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CR5C8ZM1GUWS?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really like this book. Its really detailed and action packed. I recommend it anyone looking for an action packed book.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4HRCYJHN0U8J?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Watched the movie first and read this afterwards. Glad the movie stay fairly close to the book! Onward to Catching Fire.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5EJ7UJGCCNTS?ASIN=0439023521	Great Reat	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games was a terrific book.  The scary part is that this could be reality if we don't get a grip on ourselves.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1I6GQF93JIHXY?ASIN=0439023521	Good Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">keeps you in suspense from beginning to end!  looking forward to reading book 2 &amp; 3 and see I g how the story concludes.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JIVD3R6QRNGT?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read. I could read it over and over again. I really enjoyed the whole series and will keep them for future reading</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KRCPNQN9EUKY?ASIN=0439023521	Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">enjoyed the book much more then the movie, characters very rich, looking forward to reading the next books in the series</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12FTEDRXGIQAX?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put it down. Suzanne collins sucks you in with her writing. It's got all the action and suspense you'll need.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WXCE8I0AWZU4?ASIN=0439023521	great relatable book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked everything you could relate to. I didn't like the two realms of it all. All in all a good book to be keyed in on</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HGRDLZ4LDTYQ?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book lines up well with the movie, but fills in a lot of background to better understand the reason for some things.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QQLIBKTG0KM3?ASIN=0439023521	Love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved the book. Can't wait to read the second one!!! I wish the movie was exactly like the book!! Best book I've read :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGECRNL3I2VDS?ASIN=0439023521	favorite!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">great read! no one should be disappointed, its a lot different from the movie but better! I'll be continuing the series!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXYHCN6B1HKYI?ASIN=0439023521	Skythekidrs	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">it was an awesome book and I love it like crazy and my brother loves Katniss. Keep recruiting sky army!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1I3RGP0XM2RKG?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it, want to read the next one!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wasn't sure about it, but the more I read it, the more I wanted to read. Before I knew it, I was on the final page. :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XAXU88ZDO7OO?ASIN=0439023521	wonderful book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've read it several times and still can't put it down. Great characters and good writing. The entire series is amazing.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKVE9Y0GSH00U?ASIN=0439023521	Perfect buy. Part One.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great condition, fast shipping. My daughter needs to read this for school &amp; we are excited to get started with book one.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GW98K4CFHTXB?ASIN=0439023521	This book was AMAZING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I chose this rating because this was the best book that I have ever read! I recommend this book to 5th graders and up...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11O6MTELBVOL0?ASIN=0439023521	Artful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is beautifully written! I loved the imagery, the symbolism and all the twists and turns! What an amazing book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39HCHCCMXG19Y?ASIN=0439023521	5 star	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book. So intense every chapter made my teeth clench against each other. This story has rated off the charts</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CDIRE9M1RFIQ?ASIN=0439023521	Perfect for young teens!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A great mix of romance (for girls) and battle (for boys)! Perfect for young teens everywhere. Thank you Suzanne Collins!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1L8J4WW9PSLYQ?ASIN=0439023521	Surprising	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I watched the movie before i read this book. I must say it's a very good read. Very pleased and can't wait to read more.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30DU2EWIM1N5P?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for more Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing book. Stop reading this review and go read it yourself... and then (maybe) go see the movie! It is wonderful. :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37DJEU4TNY8E?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games was a great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As ususal the book was much better than the movie, Although they did a good job of depicting Katnis as the Girl on Fire.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30SVMXJA52BDC?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very violent but not like the movie. I can't wait for catching fire to come out in theater I hope it is worth the money.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RI4C0AH89N953?ASIN=0439023521	A sad and depressing book but it was really a good book anyways.... I wish Rue was alive.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was ok.<br/><br/>I would recommend this to people 5th grade and up. i rated it 5 stars because it hooked me into it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QO3RYPWCP8ZZ?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well worth reading. This was a great book, it was wonderfully written with amazing characters. I loved every part of it.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34D71UXV4QXA4?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Much better than the movie. Well written. So much more detail and background. Fast reading with a great story. Excellent</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VIOO7GA3ZH3E?ASIN=0439023521	Riveting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Did not want to put it down.  Can not wait to read the sequel.  One of the best books I've read lately. - Teresa Wagoner</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HCZ2QIJBFZSW?ASIN=0439023521	Must read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book absolutely love it! .I have already read it several times. I will definitely recommend to family and friends!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XJ611VAKSE9L?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was amazing to me. I absolutely loved it. I would recommend it to others. I am going to read the whole series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3O0I4VBUHKVGH?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Was sucked in since page one. I couldn't help but feel like I was in the hunger games! Can't wait to read catching fire!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QA2JRQIDRGEO?ASIN=0439023521	Easy fun read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read. Visual  sevens likeable an  fantastic characters. Can not wait to read book 2 and three.Go get email katniss</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BM6X4ULZ0JX5?ASIN=0439023521	Love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of best book  I've read<br/>I recommend to everyone  to read this book you'll b  stuck reason  it until you're done</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3T9V3YRZX1YOX?ASIN=0439023521	AWESOME!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is totally awesome! If you are thinking like this, ""should I buy this book or not"", GET IT!!!!!!!!!!! AWESOME!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDESHLKLS9YNA?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is one of the best I've read in a while. It kept me turning the page and wanting to know what was coming next.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Q4WQXY8HRUZX?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow! What a read! I could not put it down, and I usually take 2  weeks to read a book. Hunger Games only took me 2 days!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18BM8WGV60DZN?ASIN=0439023521	loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read, couldn't put it down. I was gripped right from the beginning. Absolutely recommend this for an exciting read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/REYQVX3PI95DA?ASIN=0439023521	Keeps you wanting more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book had me on the edge of my seat - a must read for all ages and genders! You feel like you're a part of the story</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MLS5OJJOZ4CQ?ASIN=0439023521	Nice	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a good book!!! It had a lot of emotion. I think that this book is awesome and I can't wait to read the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRA0OX3K5BIIE?ASIN=0439023521	worth a read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">the book was ok. i liked the characters well enough to continue with the series. not my favorite but i'm glad i read it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4FI2RJCISMLL?ASIN=0439023521	Could not stop reading...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So tired...just one more chapter...<br/>Great read, great story, so glad i didn't pick this up till all 3 were written.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WI1XDMGAAUWR?ASIN=0439023521	Five stars for the Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A great read. This book has your imagination rolling non-stop since the first page. A real page turner and cliff hanger.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2AQPI6TXVLZGG?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing trilogy everyone should read it.There is no reason why anyone wouldn't want to read this awesome trilogy the end</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSW787XJ5756Q?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Could not stop reading.  Never wanted to put it down even for one minute. Can't wait to read the next one in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R270RNMEJ9VQRU?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A great book, easy to read and one that was hard to put down once you started.  Looking forward to reading the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10VPU871EKVJX?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The same excellent reading as the rest of the series. I would highly recommend it to my friends and older grandchildren.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GBJX02U52JQP?ASIN=0439023521	entertaining	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's surely not the piece of art, but if you're looking for something entertaining and easy to read - read Hunger Games.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RRMJZES4G6VQ?ASIN=0439023521	:)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book!<br/>But I was really sad when peeta found out katniss was lying that she liked him so they could stay alive</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GOWFBDLDD42L?ASIN=0439023521	Good easy read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed reading this book. On a few occasions I didn't want to put it down because I wanted to know what happened next</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12XFBGXC4U2EU?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the story, but already seeing the movie takes out a little of the mystery. Potty, still deserves a 5 star rating</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R196PZAMU92F3X?ASIN=0439023521	Absolutely loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was so action packed and entertaining that I can't wait to start the second book! Everyone should read this trilogy</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JGHQZVPI7C2I?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book (and the two that follow it.) My advise is to just go ahead and buy all three - you'll be glad you did.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R337BCX0PYAVYI?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing story! Discusses war and trial in a very real way, but in way that the younger set can understand the struggles.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BVGYNTFLAEVM?ASIN=0439023521	Gripping	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put it down...it consumed my day from the first page to the last.<br/>I can't wait to start the second book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25IE3QDEY7KCC?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Didn't like it at first, but by the  fourth chapter, I couldn't put the book down.  A must read before seeing the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12KAJMCYXVF40?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger  Games  (The Dramatic Version of a Review)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">THIS BOOK IS SO EXCITINGLY AWESOME...  it's so dramatic. You should read it to!! You will totally luv it...<br/>  By :)</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1U0MLKLGQ98PX?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not put this book down. I laughed and I cried. There is action and love and everything in between. A great book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PQBA6WKJLR7X?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Brilliant read!  Could not put it down!  Would recommend it for everyone! This booked had me hooked from the first page.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CII2U0ACH66M?ASIN=0439023521	the hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I LOVED IT . WHEN ARE THE DVD'S COMMING OUT NOT ONLY FOR THIS BOOK WHICH I COULD NOT PUT DOWN BUT FOR THE ENTIRE SERIES.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R53BOP8EX3PFH?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read hard to put it down. Purchase other books in the Triology and felt the sam way.<br/>Will miss the charators.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFX6FOXYKQWVM?ASIN=0439023521	Love this book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great book! Great price and this kindle thing on amazon is excellent!!! It downloaded in seconds to my device!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WMRTGK9KS8W5?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book and the Kindle format was simple and easy to use.  I couldn't put the book down.  I finished it in a weekend.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38I0RLIQ8NE2G?ASIN=0439023521	amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Incredible books, definitely will be reading the trilogy again!! I hope all of the books are made into movies. Love them</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CEQSDW3NEKBV?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't Put it Down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">First book Hunger Games was great.  I couldn't put it down - finished it within two days.  Looking forward to the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MXX7VDP9YNW3?ASIN=0439023521	Beautiful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A beautiful gripping read. I could not put it down. I read all three books in a little over a week and now I feel empty.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24I8ZL5SX0SYN?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is one of the better books I have read. Look foward to the next one,I wish these books were around when I was young</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RW2JDVXI8YFVQ?ASIN=0439023521	great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this was easy to read, action packed and fast paced- i am now in the final book of the series and I hate to see it end!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R778PY46FK43C?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved every minute of this book, I read it in a day I could not put it down. I highly recommend this book to everyone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YVOWHTP8WIW0?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book.  You do not have to be a young adult to read it.  Characters are well thought out and storyline is engaging.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCXD491675Q3B?ASIN=0439023521	Loved It	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Listened to this book on Audible and absolutely loved it. I'm very interested in seeing how this will translate to film.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28WO90MO6MTNK?ASIN=0439023521	Amazingly great read!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is such an incredible and quick read with wonderful character development. Read in one sitting and am on to book#2!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R280W9H7Y7H2CK?ASIN=0439023521	good book, great series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i enjoyed the writing in this book, her view of how things work, and what they mean to her situation, i feel like I'm reading my own thoughts. I feel like there is a lot of political ramifications in this story that you can see played out. usually politics confuse the crap out of me, but she makes it so much easier to understand how one thing connects to another, how one action affects so many lives, how the lack of action still affects so many lives.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13JJ8V430IGDX?ASIN=0439023521	Did not read it but saw the movie and loved it. Also saw the 2nd movie and plan ...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Did not read it but saw the movie and loved it.  Also saw the 2nd movie and plan to see what follows.  Love this series</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2K3RJM0GZ9DPZ?ASIN=0439023521	Great read. Couldn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed the book. It ended way too quickly. time for the next one. I will definitely be reading the next books</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13T9995FJ0LMA?ASIN=0439023521	Grabs you on page 1.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Our entire family read this series and really enjoyed it.  Even if you have seen the movie, the book is worth the read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31765C4UHMPG2?ASIN=0439023521	Hooked from page 1	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put this book down! It is a very easy read. I was hooked from page 1! ..downloading the next book right now!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Q00ISDNH1CNT?ASIN=0439023521	Very good!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">very good!<br/>because it has a lot of page turning places and that's why I've chosen it<br/>yes I would recommend it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZMYTK42V2XX4?ASIN=0439023521	All 3 books are 5-stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">it's a page-turner!!! This goes for all 3 Hunger Game books. Waiting for the Movies to sell as DVD's. Seen the first 2.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11TDJ939DF0VJ?ASIN=0439023521	great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">had seen the movie and heard from everyone that the book is much better. I have to agree ,I didn't want to put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1AN6O1ZG4J54B?ASIN=0439023521	The BEST book EVER	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book. Katness inspires me A LOT. This book has a lot of detail. so much that it seams like the book is real</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HHR8Q1U8FKDJ?ASIN=0439023521	Was it as good as the movie ?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie before I read the book and needed to know if it was just as good and it is. recommended it for everyone</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VA5973QP28UR?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Could not believe it took me this long to jump onto this bandwagon! Love love love! Starting Catching Fire immediately.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WPXQL8X78XI8?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I purchased the series for my Grandaughter for Christmas. She loves them and says it is better than watching the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R124WMHI7CMCXG?ASIN=0439023521	Good. Ready for the next one.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Pretty good. Everyone liked it and since I'm not no one I fell into the everyone category. Read it of you're a someone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JCZI8QXH7F4L?ASIN=0439023521	Good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Now that I've read the book, I look forward to seeing the movie.  Also can't wait to read the next book in this series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39TSXT4FFLPVK?ASIN=0439023521	Great book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Once I started this book, it was impossible to put it down. I loved every bit of it. Can't wait to read the second one!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNDEU0F2RVMVB?ASIN=0439023521	Good book to read but wierd!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book kept my attention but very strange story!  Hope this world never gets this troublesome!  Scary to think about.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OW52N6K3HNXC?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well written!  Was hesitant to read these- but they are very well written and really hard to put down. Highly recommend</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZVI146AU2QYZ?ASIN=0439023521	I love it! It is a very good book and ...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love it! It is a very good book and also, I cant believe it's used! There wasn't a scratch on it when I first got it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6XK1MY6ZENTJ?ASIN=0439023521	Love this author	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">couldn't believe how great this book was! I read this book in a total of 10 hours!!! can't wait to read the next one!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R391E8I8ZRBCT0?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book, I couldn't put it down, it was one of the best books I have ever read. I can't wait for the next one!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3M8VUDN2R1GRM?ASIN=0439023521	nonstop	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's a great narration, I couldn't stop reading!! Finished it in two days!! Way better than the movie!Totally worth it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38INUZXOGFOTW?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed it. Great details I recommend it highly. getting ready to read the next book. can't wait for the movie</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Z5UHN51EZPJ4?ASIN=0439023521	awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fantastic read. Quick and addicting! I read it in one day after seeing the movie and I can't wait to read the next one!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VTK6QNEQ3IUY?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazingly quick read with twist an  turns that leave you wanting more. Getting ready for Catching Fire movie and reread</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RF2I0SM9I2GFR?ASIN=0439023521	5 stars indeed!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it!!! Wish there had been a 4th book. Took me 2 weeks to read all three books. I can't wait for the second movie.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YBMPBHSU9VW6?ASIN=0439023521	Good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I like the hunger games because it was interesting when the mutts came out and attacked with the other guy ahead o them</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXF2WWUZXCUU7?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">it  was fantastic it was very emotional at the end I can't wait to read catching fire it's going to be very interesting</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2T6LAP2BWWUUD?ASIN=0439023521	A Thrilling/Romantic Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is an awesome book. Sure to become a classic someday. Great characters,great story. Worth a second read. LOVED IT.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36MNFNOR2177L?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This one of the best books that I have ever read<br/> I will read catching fire next keep up the good work Mrs Collins</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AZ54QX5QLLQ3?ASIN=0439023521	Surprised!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't like the concept at first, but it was amazing I couldn't put it down and couldn't wait to read the other two!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1AWEUFF7L6LLC?ASIN=0439023521	Great story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very compelling story with attention to detail. It was almost relatable. Can't wait to read the rest of the collection.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31O7QZ6FM0NUQ?ASIN=0439023521	fun read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was interesting from the beginning. I'm half way through and can't put it down. Won't watch the movie until the end.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23M1Y8KJ4OZ9G?ASIN=0439023521	Loved	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best book ever<br/>I loved it so much I loved it I might actually read it again. The only series I will more than once</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R806H93IAM3JO?ASIN=0439023521	Loved	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was amazing, can't wait to start the second one. The movie doesn't do it justice. Can't wait for the second movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYX0FCUZSYX32?ASIN=0439023521	Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great reading.  Didn't know they put out a movie so I guess I'll have to see it.  Thinking about getting the next book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KO5H59KMQ8OM?ASIN=0439023521	cool book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fighting in it that's cool it looks realy cool I love books that have fighting in it and it also is like a mistury book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1744M08C1JEWU?ASIN=0439023521	Orbiting!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Once I started couldn't put it down until the last page was read!!<br/>Can't wait to start Catching Fire!! Go Katniss!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35AS1BN6N7OZQ?ASIN=0439023521	great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow it's so good I love it its the best book ever I think if u like this book u need to read the others😄😄😄😄😄😄😄😄</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KJJ3AKES0ZCW?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Its a good book, gives more then the movie. That's my opinion after reading with book. I usually don't read much books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMFSOTYY931LU?ASIN=0439023521	Powerful story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing story! Can't wait to read the rest. Suzanne did a fabulous job. You will be truly captivated by Katniss' story.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJT1NJ2M2K8UV?ASIN=0439023521	Super interesting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's just overall a great interesting fun read<br/>It's entertaining and has everything for a child or a adult read it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZEXFXQNPUD81?ASIN=0439023521	Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very good read, well balanced characters and dialogue.but the fact is that the world of their lives in the rest assured</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUL6EXDG0CQW2?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved the book!!!! I couldn't stop reading once I started. I can't wait to start the next book! Hope it's just as good!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RG02XY4F5JZQT?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it can't wait to read catching fire!!! And mocking Jay!! Better get started !! In your face graci haha haha !!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25MBKVIAER6SC?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the action In this book. I loved always wondering what will happen next. I also loved the love story part in it</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OOX6CE8AWG4J?ASIN=0439023521	Young adult reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A little below my age level (I'm 64) but enjoyable.  I would recommend this to relatively mature teens or young adults.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1L6LO88OYGAZT?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was overall a good book and I loved the love between katniss and peta even if it was fake for katniss. Was adorable.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R230C6D2E9HM6M?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a great book. It kept my attention and kept me wanting more. I look forward to reading the rest of the series.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7TR47YM1FNZ8?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a well written book. Everyone will love it. The characters are real and jump off the page. You feel their pain.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R82AXQTPCV08B?ASIN=0439023521	great series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">great book, love THE WHOLE SERIES! Movie doesn't even compare to the greatness of the book! Highly recommend this book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BUNB8UUQEKJG?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought this book after watching the movie and after reading it, I knew that I should've done it the other way around.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGFGUM1SC5G5M?ASIN=0439023521	Captivating	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved it, a real page turner.  The book held my attention from the beginning.  I would certainly recommend this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4XQAD9A987IX?ASIN=0439023521	Love it!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was better than the movie! I can definitely see myself reading it again!! A must read! Could not put it down!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23LK7SE5SNEQS?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I like this book so much that even though it was violent and mushy.<br/>You should definitely get all the hunger games</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VK7F1DSYIV38?ASIN=0439023521	A Real page turner!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put this book down. A real fast read .Recommended for everyone! I cant wait to read the 2nd book Mockingjay.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9YALKD2OVJ6?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It has just enough thrills to keep you interested but not to intense that it is hard to keep reading. A very good book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1L6F0G0XK3ICZ?ASIN=0439023521	Love the series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the whole series. I highly recommend all three books. The movie was not bad either. These books are addicting!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R211IDAWWMTLBJ?ASIN=0439023521	Love!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely love this book! I've read all three and saw the movie as soon as it came out! Would recommend to everyone!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FZHUQZ4TVDNU?ASIN=0439023521	Love it!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book! would recommend to anyone! I had to get the second book right away, it was too good to wait another minute!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7U7Z05PHSCZ1?ASIN=0439023521	Quite ok	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was hard to put down and I enjoyed reading it.<br/>Some parts are not suitable for kids under twelve though.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30ZVO7NZR0GLG?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great Book! It was hard to stop reading it. I look forward to reading the next two. I would recommend this to a friend.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIDM5RYV5M2QZ?ASIN=0439023521	Great!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book great seller. Everything was excellent. The read was very well with a strong story line &amp; great imaginative.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LGVTYBH75VFB?ASIN=0439023521	Very entertaining!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a great 1st read on my new Kindle. I was easily pulled into the story and look forward to the other two books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FO1ZLO7GCWR4?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it!  I could not stop reading.  I could not wait for the next book.  I recommend this book to anyone.  Thrilling!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QIOT7P56L3VK?ASIN=0439023521	Disappointed	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was very disappointed in this book and I really do not get the what all fuss is about BTW Josh Hutcherson is NOT cute</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28T3R4F98SYAQ?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought this book (plus the other 2) for my son, BUT i landed up reading it first! Loved it and could not put it down.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6AAUZYLJOLLQ?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wonderful, fast read. Stayed up waaaay too late to finish this book because I couldn't put it down. Now on to book two.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PFVVX1LDYZPS?ASIN=0439023521	Haven't Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I purchased this book for my granddaughter.  She saw the movie and wanted to read the book.  So far she is enjoying it.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SR907G0PDDWR?ASIN=0439023521	couldn't stop reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great story! Couldn't put the book down. Ordered the following book immediately in the series. Good story for all ages.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UYV2FMATNAOC?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Didn't want to put this book down. I read the entire series in less than a week. I would definitely recommend this book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13I6ET21UCBTO?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a great book and a good copy. The copy of this book had every single page the real one does even the cover page.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WHUGXDRRZ88M?ASIN=0439023521	Love it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love this book!  It is very different and kept my attention.  I finished it in record time because it was so intriging.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1EPYPOHIN3EB6?ASIN=0439023521	Must Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">You will not be able to put down this book until you have finished. Make sure you have Catching Fire purchased as well.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDG9W57ZS5GM4?ASIN=0439023521	LOVE IT!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a great read &amp; the charecters are to die for :) They are all important to the plot &amp; I truly enjoyed this book!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20YEHB7CN2PKK?ASIN=0439023521	too good to put down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was so well written and intriguing I couldn't put it down! After a few hours I was done and hungry for more!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QPUOLVH7XA0C?ASIN=0439023521	Great READ!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Pulled me in with just a few lines. I could not put this book down!!! Happy reading all you wonderful people out there!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RZWP4SNZNISC?ASIN=0439023521	fantastic read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't put this down! My daughter is also reading this and loves it as well!  Great book for teen girl or her mother.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25AX3Z63SBHF7?ASIN=0439023521	collins has outdone herself!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book is so intense. collins is an amazing writter. by the time i was done with it i was anxious for catching fire.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IPSO0AGYY59Z?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not put this book done. Prob one of the best books I have read since Twilight. My next book is The Host. Enjoy!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LUF0TLFFQ5O6?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it!  The book was an extremely entertaining way to spend the weekend.  I had to start book two and three rigth away; even though I do not have the extra time to read.  My favorite book is 1.  The hunger games grabbed at all my emotions which is why it is a good read for anyone.  I am saving the books for when my children are older to read for themselves and have been sharing them with all my family members.  This is a must read...............</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3EGS5BISWHJHI?ASIN=0439023521	This book had the weirdest plot I have ever heard ...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book had the weirdest plot I have ever heard of.  I'm sorry that I ordered her second book - what was I thinking.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HGU02C2A2G2S?ASIN=0439023521	cool	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">awesome book<br/>love the plot and everything in it the description is so so so so great and u can picture everything</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPH1RPTWV1AKU?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't stop reading it. Actually when the hunger games started, I kept reading it for 7 hours non-stop. Excellent!</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AGB8ETCFBSBM?ASIN=0439023521	Intriguing and riveting. Well written and very enjoyable	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">kept me reading I am looking forward to reading the next book, couldn't put it down. Suzanne Collins is a great writer</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26FRGK2QP9563?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great, easy read. The story is really gripping and I couldn't put it down. It's a unique book that everyone can enjoy.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36BW83F1RL980?ASIN=0439023521	Good entertainment, now will watch movie.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Will definitely read the other books. it was an a casual read but very entertaining. can't wait to read the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33BA1PGZ0YK6B?ASIN=0439023521	Totally enjoyable	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great 're a d even better than the movie.  Loved it.  Can't wait for book two.  Won't watch thAt .movie til I read it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1C77EVNINKNVL?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Intense, quick read. Loved know the movie followed the book. Can't wait to finish the trilogy. Love rooting for Peeta!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FYXL55OUAJF2?ASIN=0439023521	Superb	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A never ending captivating read, I couldn't wait to turn the next page. Would definitely recommend this book to anyone</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PUKQ30417WUO?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Can't hardly wait for the next one found this to be a very exciting and gripping story couldn't help but cheer them on</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22M5L6MZDTRYX?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Really good loved this book very intriguing it's a must read everywhere the intensity of this book is a never put down</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DXQW6V5OCZ6Y?ASIN=0439023521	Love it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love it! It is a great book! I would definitely recommend it to others and consider buying more books in the future!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTVEQ54VGEKRC?ASIN=0439023521	Unbearable to let go	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I swear this is the most by far, the most amazing book I have ever read. Just finish book one. Now 2!! I need more!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1T86J5VUT10G2?ASIN=0439023521	Mind blowing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book I've ever read in my life it was brilliant""isn't my thought out with a Mic of comedy romance action and drama</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CBGHRTZB5U40?ASIN=0439023521	good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good read and very intense. Could use some better writing. Katniss is the best and she saved peeta. Best of the books.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2G5T88MHFEADD?ASIN=0439023521	awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome<br/>Couldn't be any better<br/>If u count the intensity the romance the pride the n your result is this book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHLD95SJQFDW9?ASIN=0439023521	BEST REALISTIC/NONREALISTIC BOOK EVAH	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very good book to describe it I only need three words... BEST BOOK EVAH!!!! Thxs for reading my 3pic reveiw... BYE BYE</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JE89FE3ILPZZ?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the second time that I am reading this book and of anything it is even better! I would recommend it to anyone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2EHEBZO1O1D20?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Enjoyed the movie, enjoyed the book even more....<br/>I am an avid reader, and this is a book I can easily recommend.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YZFTEV3HIMGE?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't want to put the book down, and that's such a rare feeling for me to have. I can't wait to start the next one.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22XA5294UUTXM?ASIN=0439023521	great story!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">An excellent story, you fall in love of the characters, and you can actually relate to the situation in that new word.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVOKK4WZBDUZU?ASIN=0439023521	Cool	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a good book it is kind of sad at parts but besides that it is good if you saw the movie you will love the book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DRTXZ6AD108T?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing book. But if your squeamish or don't like romance, don't read. Other than that, great book! (Word gobble word)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RLG0H940YVUB?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is an amazing book!The writer puts a lot of feelings into the characters and there is a surprise at every turn!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ATQLJZQ1JZ11?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Once i started reading, i couldnt put it down. highly recommend this book, has everything from action to teenage love.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PRMPXFLAHLRR?ASIN=0439023521	definitely in the ranks of my favorite reads.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Katness is quickly becoming one of my all time favorite characters. I could read this over and over again. It's great.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMZNET8ZELE8L?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book, pretty intense at times but that's what makes it so poignant. I found the story timeless and well written.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XL8LVDTI6N55?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of the most original books ever.  What a premise!!  A lottery for kids to fight to the death!  I totally loved it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MGR90WJBY97Y?ASIN=0439023521	Amazingly awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I will all ways treasure this book.it's my favorite book. You should totally read it or you'll be missing out the fun.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWN79P6BLUMV0?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well worth the read. So much left out from the movies. You can understand her life more. I'm looking forward to book 2</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NPN482VK2IEN?ASIN=0439023521	Captivating	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed reading this and getting stuck here reading it until I finished because  I couldn't put it down<br/>The end</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KZ3RC55P6HL3?ASIN=0439023521	So good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had to read it twice. Really appreciate the book more after seeing the movie. The detail and plot balanced perfectly</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRSQ9JKIL8HKV?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this book. I had a hard time putting it down! I look forward to reading the next book in this series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TET6TDLNFUVJ?ASIN=0439023521	Star Crossed Lovers of District 12	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is one of the best books I have ever read!<br/> I just love the romance between Katniss and Peeta. Just amazing!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Y88EO5RJ4X1S?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Its an easy read that keeps you wanting not to put it down. Enjoyed it so much,bought book 2 and 3. again great books.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1D70KO3AF2YCE?ASIN=0439023521	:)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the like  the eighth time I have read this book... every time in love it even more! I need to find me a peeta.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10WU7TIYK4EHN?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A great book that I couldn't put down and when a new chapter can  you just had to keep reading!!! Great book!!!!!!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3EHB883LG5EIS?ASIN=0439023521	Personally I loved the book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a great book. The twists in the plot were great. I reccommended this book to all my friends. I hope you do to</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37EFCRALSV3QV?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Okay so I read this book because my friends have told me how amazing it is, and I have to tell you they weren't lying.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SB1X6XDZ4JUA?ASIN=0439023521	Great!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Much better than I expected and so original. There are so many twists and turns and I was never ready for any of them.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3ELNAGFTUBL3Y?ASIN=0439023521	Interesting and quick read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great story, very easy and quick to read.  I really enjoyed reading this and will plan to read the next in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BO0EKYI0W087?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Need I really say more? Read this trilogy, it is captivating on so many levels. Suzanne Collins is a wonderful writer.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3EJ4BZJ5KZF7Z?ASIN=0439023521	Wow.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is a brilliant, violent, amazing novel that will have people reading it over and over and over again.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RG0ORUJ7E0P56?ASIN=0439023521	great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love the whole series. The character is so honest and believable. Loved the way this girl thinks and gets things done!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1EIPWAGKO0W29?ASIN=0439023521	Great quick read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">You will be flipping through the pages and finish before you know it. If you are looking for a quick read, this is it.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RONB62LLYR6QJ?ASIN=0439023521	Good book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's better than the movie! So glad I read it. It's an easy read and you won't be able to put it down once you get it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RB0MPLM9KYQI0?ASIN=0439023521	Very good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is awesome! I literally could not put it down! The story just grabs you and pulls you in! A real page turner</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34EGH4LJ9ZPCN?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Enjoyed this book and the whole series.  Also enjoyed the movie.  Would like to read more of her stuff. O. O. O. O. O.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYCQ8C1YHB6Q9?ASIN=0439023521	Outstanding adventure!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not put this book down!  So well written and exciting!  i ordered the second book the day I finished this one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BGK78UAK0G8X?ASIN=0439023521	terrific read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this is a thrilling read. I read all three and think they are all five stars. I was looking for more to read.<br/>Tom</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2F4H53CFSOCZK?ASIN=0439023521	None	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not put this book down. It was perfectly plotted and a brillant author. A must read for everyone 10 and above.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ESQ5115LVAJO?ASIN=0439023521	None	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i want u know how boss this book is just like me. yes i have swag do u no just me and my swayadactile thats swagalicis</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10D70BDKXBD98?ASIN=0439023521	Un-put-down-able!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">From the minute I began this book until the end of the third, I don't remember doing anything else.<br/><br/>Too easy to give away spoilers, so I won't discuss the story too much.  The story not as far-fetched as she makes it seem.  Our American amazement with more and more graphic reality television is just a stepping stone to lunacy like The Hunger Games.<br/><br/>Katniss is the sort of girl, brave and strong, that you hope your own daughter grows up to be.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3431T9D2KIMAR?ASIN=0439023521	Not my normal book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Not what I normally read but saw the movie and have been pleasantly surprised.<br/>Six more words were required yup.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RY9Q2RUU7IPO?ASIN=0439023521	Very good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book had a lot of suspense.  A little gruesome but ok for 9+.  A lot of lovey stuff but they are just pretending.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2B7IWMM03JU6V?ASIN=0439023521	Riveting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book had me drawn in from the first few pages. It's incredibly well written and captivating all the way through.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZWVTBFLVN1Q6?ASIN=0439023521	loved	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">LOVED this. could not put it down. Best read book ever.can't wait to read next one. Loved lovedloved loved.number one</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QCQPRDGJ718F?ASIN=0439023521	fabulous	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved that this book was so exciting!!! I would recommend this book to ages10 and older. They would really enjoy it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3ACMRNMVGB84?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent Book, Keeps Reader on the edge of their seat	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great, would recommend to anyone. I did get too wrapped up in the story and had to take a break. Great series though.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1X4JIN99J1IY9?ASIN=0439023521	yes	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love the book so far! Not finished with it yet though!! So I'll do another review once I've got a complete idea. :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMAU6SG7Y9KST?ASIN=0439023521	Amazetastic with a touch of pefect	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">thus book was everything that I hoped it would be it was.well.written and thought our perfectly  . go Suzanne Collins</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGUMQLPTXKSDX?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love a book that makes its world real. Like Narnia and Middle Earth,  Mrs. Collins did an excellent job with Panem.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BPQ3A9J6W6YW?ASIN=0439023521	Greates dystopia book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have yet to come across a book that can top this one within the dystopia category. One of my favorites of all time.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2K8F8YN7VHBU0?ASIN=0439023521	such a thrill!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Such a thrill, couldn't put the book down even after seeing the movie multiple times. I look forward to the next two.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RR3BKZ8CIJKLI?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book and I can't wait to read the rest of the series. I couldn't put it down. I recommend this to anyone.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYZ9QOM3OIHXW?ASIN=0439023521	Hard to put down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is so good that I could not stop reading - the story is told vividly making you imagine as being part of the plot.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1W8YD92WO38QU?ASIN=0439023521	Liked it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Started late this one after having watched the movie, nevertheless it was a great read despite knowing the story line</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFX32AYSQQVYM?ASIN=0439023521	Haven't read the bock	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Jetpack and t gut feeling that the clans full of clans piece of p poop thAt is very musty the clans full game boy and</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2K57H773HZ927?ASIN=0439023521	Interesring	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">easy read. enjoyed the story. kind of knew where it was going except at the end. wanted more so will read next inline</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2315CMR4TEFOY?ASIN=0439023521	amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">edge of your seat interesting. great detail very creative. a great love story twist. my over all favorite book series</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ORPQ25HBT1CI?ASIN=0439023521	great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read....would recomend this book to all!!  If you don't own  it you should.  Borrow it if your in amazon prime.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDYUWNN5EYQH8?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well written and beautiful love story with plenty of action and drama.  One of the great literary works of this time.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R197Y3PXPUJPQG?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suspensfully, exciting, easy to follow and a wonderful book to add to your Fiction list. I'll probably read it again.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RI5XHACJFVROF?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Looking forward to the next book! So excited to see happens when they get back to district 12 and what Gale will say.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NYWITLGTVIL9?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very unusual and addictive.  I was very taken with the two main characters.  The plot kept me enthralled.  Good book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1R73FQH0F8PBT?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is part 1 of Suzanne Collins' series. Loved the action, suspense, and youthful romance in this young adult book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32JZR5PEK8VA5?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book and movie were great!  No details were left out and my imagination and emotions were ignited to a new level.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ILD46PH52GW4?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a fantastic book! It was very detailed and kept me hooked through the entire book! I recommend you read it!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39728VG3GF9EP?ASIN=0439023521	Kept you wanting more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I just wanted to know more about Katniss ans Peeta. The reason diverge hunger games and will they end it for good ...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R309KXIGEBBEX?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was slow in the beginning, but once I got further into it, it turned out to be excellent. I could not put it down.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TMM64GIY5PMK?ASIN=0439023521	awesome book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very good book never a dull moment! Keeps you hooked the whole time I can't wait to read the next books in the series</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/REJSZV0POL706?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">E hunger games was full of rich language and amazing action, to see if katniss and peeta would be friends or enemies.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1V39ZTFJISHP9?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is my second time reading this book (this time after seeing the movie), and I loved it more than the first read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MF65LIH7QD91?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I just loved it.the setting was spectacular I just couldn't get past it when Rue died you did awesome Suzanne Collins</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLPQOSVWNNCIO?ASIN=0439023521	Good Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked the book and the strong female lead. Can't wait to watch the movie and other books to see how this plays out.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KAT6R49HX179?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't wait to read the next one!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very well written. If you've only seen the movie and liked it, you'll love the book. Have the second one ready to go.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FB728ZRQ2FFN?ASIN=0439023521	Was a pleasant read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Not exactly thought-provoking, or had anything original in it, but time spent on it was not regretted about later. :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3F8UN7Q8PJ13J?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow..Loved the book!!! Better than the movie if You ask me.. Can't wait to start reading the second book!!!<br/>Whoa</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3631P206A827T?ASIN=0439023521	Very intertaining	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read book before movie came out and enjoyed it.  I have to say after watching the movie, I like the book alot better.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLFHT492BB7OQ?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read to my children editing the more gruesome parts. Buy still able to follow along and discussed the topics together</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GW0UAYKJ3AE6?ASIN=0439023521	Great book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Once I started reading, I could not put it down. It's a lot better than the movie. I can't wait to read the next one.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VV1IXKCZ637W?ASIN=0439023521	Action	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked this book because it has action and excitement.<br/>And was sad at point to point .Suzanne collins was great</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22W8E2CRVBTKZ?ASIN=0439023521	Thrilling read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Action packed, fast paced story, with twists and turns in every page of the book. Looking forward to read the sequel.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ONK3GH6WJO6E?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was referred by a friend and absolutely loved it!! I am definitely rendering this to my friends and family!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34RJF7B251FY5?ASIN=0439023521	Premise is awful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The whole premise is hard to swallow...but the read is good.  Don't think I'll read another though.  Just don't like.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXSFQ6CRAR9BJ?ASIN=0439023521	Very addictive!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Even though I saw the movie I still couldn't get enough of this book.  It was a great read.  Definitely recommend it.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3J4D9LJX4DHQR?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Not bad. Better than I expected. I resent being trapped in this review process. Trying to finish this just to escape.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30EL0XMYQJC9L?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book took me a while it was outstanding with its emotions.<br/>Also, my favorites is when they are in the arena</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R292JATO0T1LY6?ASIN=0439023521	1st Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book.  I did see the movie first and I liked it too.  This is the first book I have read by this author.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11NKB68RNBHQ8?ASIN=0439023521	My hunger	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Absolutely amazing. It'll keep you turning pages. I'm anxious to finally read the others as well. YOU HAVE TO READ IT</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QNPX1LT96068?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I can't wait to see where the next books take katniss!! I really had nothing but hope she would win the hunger games.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROIBLYSL03YQ3?ASIN=0439023521	Great movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Didn't read the entire book. Just got my new kindle and learning how to use it. and my the odds be ever in your favor</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JXRFWFDOHKOF?ASIN=0439023521	WONDERFUL GIFT	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">THIS WAS A GIFT FOR SOMEONE WHO SAW THE MOVIE FIRST.....HE LOVED IT AND COULD PUT FACES ON THE CHARACTERS AS HE READ.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R120DP501P8D5D?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved this book! Can't wait to read the others in this series! I love being able to get books like this on my Kindle!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11JCCWVZN0NT9?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was so good that I just couldn't stop reading! I also loved the 2nd and 3rd books, too. Great job, Suzanne!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GNZPGBQKNOQ6?ASIN=0439023521	great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">IT was an easy download i went back and got all three parts and enjoyed them all.  Thank you for a smooth transaction</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Q3W7B37PIHKC?ASIN=0439023521	Huger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The story line it's thrilling and full of action,wish for it to continue for a very long time...cheering for the girl</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10N32UTZHMSB3?ASIN=0439023521	Great exciting read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was very fun to read. It was set at a good pace and kept you interested the whole time. I highly recommend.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9K6RAZ0DNJBZ?ASIN=0439023521	could not put this series down.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">wow. wow. and wow.  i loved this series. it leaves you wanting for nothing.....but more to the series.  awesome read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10A7KNBY19DF0?ASIN=0439023521	a good follow up to 1984	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love post apocalyptic books and this book didn't disappoint. 1984 is still my favorite but this is in the top 10.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27XOLMH82IOHY?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Once I got past the first few pages, I was unable to put this book down. Excellent pacing, characters and plot line.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5ZSQWQMKOSU8?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">very moving book. an interesting idea on how a future society could come to be. I am excited to start the next book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1I26915A9M4F?ASIN=0439023521	hunge games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you have read the book, it follows very closely.  If you haven't, it is still a really good movie<br/>Lee Jensen</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IAVQKDOSA3EK?ASIN=0439023521	awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't put down. Great even after watching movie.<br/>I didn't know there was an earlier noob as well. Can't wait</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26ZANO8DGITI5?ASIN=0439023521	HUNGER GAMES BOOK REVIEW	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I THOUGHT THIS BOOK WAS ABSOLUTELY AMAZING. SUZANNE COLLINS DID A FANTASTIC JOB. I CAN'T WAIT TO READ CATCHING FIRE.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HWYMTEQSU364?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't put it down. A wonderful read and can't wait for the next one. I hope it is just as thrilling as the first.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18Z7JEKDB5ZTK?ASIN=0439023521	Very good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a great book and very interesting<br/>Hopefully you write more books about their kids and such more later on</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RK4KOZIDN44Y5?ASIN=0439023521	A book worth reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book didn't over analyze or go to much into all the characters , just enough to get an idea of what shaped them.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SZ2EBHQWXVI6?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book and the series.  Detail by author was great.  She planned it all out beautifully!  I recommend it!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CTHZTDK47PBY?ASIN=0439023521	great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book! I definitely loved the entire story and I would recommend everyone to ready this book and see the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25MYFD0K2AWDH?ASIN=0439023521	Adult Receptioh of storyline.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Even though it was a story written primarily for teens, I enjoyed the story line and it kept my interest throughout.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3G9BEQL1VQTAB?ASIN=0439023521	Faity interesting...not just a novel	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'll try the other three. By the way, I wonder how the Capitol came to the writer's head, maybe from a real country.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RE1LQYXTS69XQ?ASIN=0439023521	fantastic read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One if the most engaging stories I've ever read! So well written and so action packed. I couldn't put the book down!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WP0N3JTAHFOL?ASIN=0439023521	Spellbinding	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Obviously not written for an adult reader, nevertheless I needed to read the book to keep up the cultural relevancy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R145WUARYPOG1I?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Grips you from page one and is impossible to put down! Even better than the movie! Can't wait to read the next book!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VU2DFX8XONWW?ASIN=0439023521	GREAT BOOK	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">DEFINITELY get all three books they're GREAT. I couldn't put them down...I read all three books in less than a week!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1J6T4URA3AAQ8?ASIN=0439023521	entertaining	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I like how the author developed the characters. She conveyed the fear and horror of the whole situation really well.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R370O7ZX9N3I9I?ASIN=0439023521	amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book And series was amazing. Can't wait for the 3rd movie to come out. I'm so excited. Can't wait for next year</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OQ3USYUES0CG?ASIN=0439023521	As good as I anticipated.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you've wondered if you should read this series, then that's all you need to know to begin doing so. Amazing read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZSNKFX62V1BU?ASIN=0439023521	It's AMAZING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book!!! So well written and much more detailed then the .movie! It's just AMAZING! Read it before movie</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25XZ6YVBO4V44?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Reads like a thriller. And of course, like most books, better than the movie. Couldn't put it down till it was over.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27A8KWOZOIJXY?ASIN=0439023521	good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great story, so much more than the movie. Want to keep reading late into the night. Already started the second book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3INX2PI9VP762?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book kept me into the storyline.  Hard to put down until I finished it.  Now I am left wanting more of Katness.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21AJITDY71DB3?ASIN=0439023521	Great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hard to put it down. Better than the film of course.  Recommend it for anybody, but be prepared for a great journey!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HOLW6U2C6QWV?ASIN=0439023521	great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read. Very fast. Easy to like characters. I would definitely recommend to a friend. Might read again. ThNk you</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PUJAC4CMN25J?ASIN=0439023521	Page Turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Could not put this book down!  Excellent plot development and character creation. I finished it in a day and a half.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3K9LOJ6FIWRZ4?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a great book  It kept me reading for a while. It was a lot like the movie. It was really creative but scary</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3L1IME2R0694I?ASIN=0439023521	Kept my interest from the beginning	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Saw the  movie first and not surprisingly found it a lot more detailed character-wise etc than the movie. Nice book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2W4BLZ9A5BWGI?ASIN=0439023521	CJ is awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Ok book needs more action and then I may like it I may read the other books but I am looking for a book that fits me</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25GP5IN0IOFSK?ASIN=0439023521	good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I like it and (this is a spoiler)but it ended too soon and it made me wait and maybe rue tore my heart out by dying.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14F6TXWL9996V?ASIN=0439023521	Awsome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book recommend it to anyone my seven year old is now reading it. Looking forward to the next two books.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MLUSS5TSZXL6?ASIN=0439023521	I really enjoyed this read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had my reservations about the story line, but ms. Colin's pulled it off.  Looking forward to reading the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VNU5TZPMP4WR?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I waited to watch the movie so I could ' read the book first, and I'm glad I did. Sooooo good I couldn't put it down</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3ARYSB801EYYR?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The entire series is a must read!!! I couldn't get enough of these books. Once you start, you can not put them down!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9N4GKRPX6NMV?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book wad easy to read. I was captivated and entertained the whole way through. I would read over and over again.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHOQ2WIXWCD3T?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">First book in a while that I was totally engrossed in...a real page turner. A very enjoyable read. Highly recommend.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IW9V1X2K03Q9?ASIN=0439023521	Great Series of Books for adults too!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this book and the books to follow that continued the story.  Wishing for more to continue the story</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HNRAAQKZ9CYP?ASIN=0439023521	excellent book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is excellent.  It is a quick read and the move is does the book justice.  Great read for child and adults.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9AGK2AH1WZZD?ASIN=0439023521	Great entertaining book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">From beginning to end this book was full of excitement.  A book that you can't put down.  Would definitely recommend</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12QH3P73JJE8V?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I never wanted this book to end! Such a great reassuringly e seen the movie I can't wait to read the next two books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GGW4G8RW747?ASIN=0439023521	great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">enjoyed this book very much. My great niece told me about it. It was well written and easy to follow the story line.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2I5CAG8AH8T61?ASIN=0439023521	LOVE LOVE LOVE	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely adore this trilogy. I purchased the move, too. I will read these over and over again. Highly recommend!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3761IZTVUAR8G?ASIN=0439023521	great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">really enjoyed this book, cant wait to read the rest of the series.Not just for kids, adults will be interested too.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/REMOI9W1ZHWZZ?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book. It was amazing.  I didn't dislike anything. I loved everthing about the book. I suggest you read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XSFKW2QX9HC6?ASIN=0439023521	I liked the movie better	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The movie had a better pace. Katniss was more likeable in the movie. It was still a very fast read and I enjoyed it.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RF650GXDYO5R6?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is absolutely amazing. I can't think k of anything else to say about it! 'Amazing' sums it up in one word!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TSGHEBJH5MJ?ASIN=0439023521	Can't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suspenseful. This book was a good read. It was a pretty quick read, but it had me hooked and I couldn't put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KBQVODDNEUQX?ASIN=0439023521	Wow	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Just as good if not better than the movie. I think I liked the book more. Can't wait to read the rest of the series.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30ATURKYZT03H?ASIN=0439023521	awesome book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">just like with the help, i watched the movie first. the book is way better but they work together well. nicely done.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Z2TDSBT3YRNP?ASIN=0439023521	Interesting Story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Interesting, if a little vague at times, will grab your attention and keep it. Becomes a page turner about half way.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3EIXENGYNU446?ASIN=0439023521	Awesomebook	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great action packed book it has thrilling parts in this fable I am 12 years old and this just blew my mind</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1D867EST2FDTF?ASIN=0439023521	Pleasant book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Easy reading good story line keeps you reading. Looking forward to book two and see how she continues the story line</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MTAY55U6O9U1?ASIN=0439023521	Love Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the book it was a romantic ride but will there be more Katniss and Peeta<br/><br/>I love Pests he is sweet</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2L74E5DFG4H4C?ASIN=0439023521	Mature	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">There is some romance and a lot of kissing.Also,there is a lot of action and killing. A very explicit but good book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RC7UIZ9QJC6WH?ASIN=0439023521	Very good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved it it had action and love all at the same time it was awesome and I already know I have fallen for the peeta</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16D7ZLT8V6CW?ASIN=0439023521	Pretty good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Better then what I expected.  But it is a pretty obvious story with few surprises.  But I will read the other books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YJASPSX6EWCX?ASIN=0439023521	Th e Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is amazing and I highly recommend it! I can't wait to start reading Catching Fire next and the 3rd one!!!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GJIAIMVT1LLK?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved...loved  this book....so much more exciting details than the movie. I can't wait to read the next two books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HVMSISH5PE47?ASIN=0439023521	Phenomenal!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very thrilling read! Could not put my kindle down after I began reading. Looking forward to reading the other parts!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTBCUOQDR2VDI?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this book! Couldn't put it down and when I did couldn't wait to get back to it! Movie was good too!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RN1G273OC2Y18?ASIN=0439023521	Very good reading for someone who doesn't read much for leisure	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't have the time for leisure reading often, but this book definitely held my attention and was quite enjoyable.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1X6364165H5AF?ASIN=0439023521	the hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">the hungry games is a book that keeps you reading and wanting more . i definitley recommend this book for all ages .</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3EKENN84ZINLK?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was expecting a better read. It's mostly a love story built around a fictional, far out story. I was disappointed.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XRAWVWF9IGP0?ASIN=0439023521	excellent e-book deal!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Got the book in a timely manner, just as promised. Used the Kindle free reader app &amp; read it on my ipod.  LOVE this!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWEJYK11YSDGK?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A BEst Seller in my opinion!  Have seen the movie and loved it but the book gives much more insight.  Great Reading.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Z0Y44E81IGIM?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is for those who love to read something you can imagine. The story is well described in almost every details...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1J30UODRFTU4V?ASIN=0439023521	LOVE THESE BOOKS	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love these books and have already read them about 3 times a piece! I bought these via kindle wifii and it is great</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DHNSH4KL1UMU?ASIN=0439023521	just beautiful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">great read, could not let it down until I finished it, then purchased the other two...:-)I definitely recommend it !</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22XMD7B63P9PE?ASIN=0439023521	So good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's been a long time since I read a book this good. And each book was better then the last. Couldn't put them down!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWXF0OFEHOPWO?ASIN=0439023521	Outstanding	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great book. Love the details in the book. Try it. You'll love it!!!!!! Book is a bit long, but that is ok.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RAI0XIMSOLUDG?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved the book can't wait to read the next.2 books. Also looking forward to watching the movie when it come out!! :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3ICU18TV45KUC?ASIN=0439023521	amazing book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i could not put down this book. great read, it sucks you right in! i can not wait to read the next two in the series</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2J0R0QUQDH8J4?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The best book ever no compition . The athur is a genuis. Twilight is second too the hunger games.The best book ever.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6HRL4TXSC5GG?ASIN=0439023521	the hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">THIS IS THE BEST BOOK In THE WHOLEe WIDE WORLD i cant stop reading it it an amazing book and I LOVE THE HUNGER GAMES</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZYNZ1BZ3VPFH?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games book 1	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book, awesome read! Can't wait for the movie! Reading the other two books now, the series is a very good read!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R157LK17WVOOAZ?ASIN=0439023521	So good!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was so amazing! Whoever has Catching Fire out at the library neds to hurry up so I can get my hands on it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2P4503L25XFIX?ASIN=0439023521	A MUST read if you love action, suspense and romance.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins makes you fall in love with her characters and keeps you reading to find out what will happen next.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IT5UZFR3MFYJ?ASIN=0439023521	page turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book came highly recommended. I enjoyed it. Really hopeing the next one Catching Fire comes out on Kindle soon.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GPV99JA6KA2G?ASIN=0439023521	the hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book was so wicked awesome i loved it. i reread it at least 10 times before i returned it. you have to read it!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16VJDKQBUOO0Z?ASIN=0439023521	Addicted	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Like most people, I wanted to read what the fuss was about. And I'm glad I did. Once you start, it becomes hard to release this book out of your hands until the last page is read. This is the fastest I've ever read a book and that's saying something. I'm really excited for this movie to be released. You fall madly in love with the characters including the antagonists. Its just that good!! I will be keeping up with this trilogy for sure.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3470K0VL4TYCH?ASIN=0439023521	young adult and adult reading.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">hunger games was the first book that I read of this kind.I liked the book and am not an author,but felt there could of been more details .I found myself skipping over some of the book.the plot of an overpopulated world children can provide for their families food,oil and for these provisions they have to put their name in a lottery to play in a game on t.v. where 2 kids from each district have to kill eachother off,last one standing.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3E6XDGO6WQBUE?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was great although I've already read catching fire I can't wait for mocking jay I know it's gonna be good</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KL95BAFJX6T0?ASIN=0439023521	amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I dont really like reading long books but this book was amazing. I recommend it for people who like a lot of action</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NQINWALYNH3?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved the book. Can't wait to watch the movie and read book 2. Interesting twist on a love story. Hard to put down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R351JZIZ4MERHZ?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Gripping and entertaining. I couldn't put it down, I wanted more. I can't wait to read what's in store for Katniss.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30II3S8IZZ3KL?ASIN=0439023521	Lord of The Flies	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good book and will read the set.  A small insight into society that reminded me of Lord of The Flies.  Will reread.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20XKRKKDR4QF4?ASIN=0439023521	Love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this is a great book, very much so recommend this and the other hunger games books.  author is absolutely fantastic</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16IRBQA48DOR?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Book is always better than the movie. It's easy to forget they are just kids, then you get reminded at the end.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18FE8JYZ4Z4NT?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved reading the book slot more detail then the movie obviously. I would recommend to everyone that loves to read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2S3JYX7KD7JOQ?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love the storyline, it gives a whole new meaning to the term under dog. Who actually wins against the government?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXN8F579DN9JE?ASIN=0439023521	Enthralling	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the Trilogy. The books keep you enthralled till the end. Just could not put it down once I started reading.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2J3RF1XKYGD85?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Easy and quick read. It actually kept my interest. I will likely finish the series,then watch the movie. Okay book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RX3C3AHAZFJ6C?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I usually prefer non-fiction, but once I started this book, I could not stop! Very excited to continue this series!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1C3425RMO0QN7?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the romance that happened. I seen the movie and then got this book. I really recommend this book to others.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24RX1HMQE1RVH?ASIN=0439023521	great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was amazing can't wait to read the others! I look forward to seeing what comes of Katniss' relationships.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27E9QQ6A3N6NZ?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't put it down. As good as a Clancy adventure. Really creates a credible world with a surprise ending. Great!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VQVAL26P0ITC?ASIN=0439023521	GREAT BOOK! HIGHLY RECOMMEND!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely loved this book! Great series! Recommend to everyone! Did not like the final book near as much though.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2V7VRKHAOGD18?ASIN=0439023521	review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was such a great book and I would recommend reading it! Any age group would love this book and it's an easy read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XWP841FON1LR?ASIN=0439023521	Whoa AMAZING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fast paced and packed full of action cannot wait for more. Susan Collins is amazing hope she doesn't disappoint me.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29B49OXHWU4ZW?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Engaging from the beginning a good rhythm throughout a total page turner.<br/>Hard to put down a truly great read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NSKY8J6BWJDM?ASIN=0439023521	awesome!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I LOVED this book it was sad in a way but also exciting. I thought it was a good book with lots of action and love.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CDSCG4PF4HCO?ASIN=0439023521	It is a really good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really love her first book and want to read more. I also want to read more and why did  she make The Hunger Games</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGMV4MO5K5IKP?ASIN=0439023521	Human Nature in the balance	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">it was a rumpus ride with dignity on the battlefield, and the struggle of compassion in the balance. What do you do</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10GMI960FKO5L?ASIN=0439023521	HUNGER Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">5 stars very exciting and a great love story between two kids. Great theme and plot makes you want to read non-stop</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3U7XB6X9WG4I9?ASIN=0439023521	recommended read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">really good trilogy. If you are looking for a series of books to read this one will not disappoint.<br/>excellent.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39HEQ35LIFHXY?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is such a good book its sad scary and full of emotion I couldn't put it down I highly recommend it to everyone</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RPLDSLDEWA2O?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">4 stars, Its full of action and thrill, I don't like all the Gore everything else was just amazing,It was awesome!.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1EJUNCYD1KUSE?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the book everything about it was good. It may have been the best book I've read honestly. It was awesome :)</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MWFQHCQH5CI9?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book is in really good condition and the actual book is so good. I definitely want to get the whole series now.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXPEAERITH0QY?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have jut purchased  and cannot wait to begin reading books two and three, in fact I think I will start right now!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RL7KOU9SF74UM?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book kept my interest the whole time. I'm looking forward to reading book two right after I write this review.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3P2SXX42UI807?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A little bit violent but a good and fast moving story line I would recommend this book for someone who likes action</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LHS4D66G3ABY?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great story, I haven't slept in days because I can't put it down =_= Loved it &lt;3 I can't wait to read the next two!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38QBCNCL1PQGL?ASIN=0439023521	love	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read, easy read. Love this book and the whole series. Would highly recommend to readers of any age! Loved it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCZ4G31RNHXQJ?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved it!!!!!!! Best book ever! It is epic and sweet. Can't wait for Catching fire to come out in November 2013!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29SBA5T1LM52Q?ASIN=0439023521	I'M HOOKED	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am so hooked on this series and it is just the best. I love the kindle cos i can read it over and over and over!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FDKH2Z2ERE1H?ASIN=0439023521	Great story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't stop reading. It was truly engaging. Much better than the movie. I thoroughly enjoyed every page I read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2H9ANDNEEJYAZ?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book and the entire series.  What a great story.  Kindle might go in and look for the Many Many typos.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JARNH0BT3XK2?ASIN=0439023521	GREAT	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">GREAT READ IT KNOW<br/>BEST BOOK IN A WHILE WELL ACTUALLY THE BEST BOOK IVE EVER READ FULL OF ACTION AND ADVENTURE</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CFY4716WDV5S?ASIN=0439023521	Perfect book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book AHHH amazing..everyone must read it!!!! Team Peeta all the way!!! This book rocks! It's great! Yay</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KR9VIPFM4LWY?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't stop reading it. I read it in one day. It is even better than the movie. Everyone should read this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25IZEH44GN7G3?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent easy read looking forward to the next book which hopefully will be as good as this one was. Awesome story</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1G8DW9X0NJSSH?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fast read, thoroughly enjoyed it. Did I mention it's a great book! Must read especially if you want to watch movie.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R712UL36FVA61?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved this book can`t wait to read the rest. It is heartracing, heartbreaking and heartwarming all at the same time</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TNTEUEO7FB19?ASIN=0439023521	Good read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Kept me reading even when I should have went to bed....  A good story for young and old alike.  I highly recommend.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37BBHUK73LDZA?ASIN=0439023521	a+	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is just what I ordered. I am very happy with this item. Very fast delivery. A+++ seller. Good quality product.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MNYW9OAOHQ7S?ASIN=0439023521	Love, loss, and the games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I simply love Katniss,  she is a survivor, what every female aspires to be. Peers, makes you love him. Must read...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2U50CM5L93HWN?ASIN=0439023521	Orwell move over	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good read.  Can't wait to read the second book....maybe the third.  Good writer in that she wraps you in the story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LXAVBK7OSJGY?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book! 3rd and definitely not the last time I'll be reading this. I highly recommend this entire series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3R4GU2WXOF9BN?ASIN=0439023521	Not finished	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Was unable to read at this time. Will have to check out again to compare to movie. I just want to return this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XNY015CLL85P?ASIN=0439023521	Thumbs up	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book all most done with the second one can't wait to read the third now. Something that I'll go back and read</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35HDICW2B39WB?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved, loved, LOVED The Hunger Games! I couldn't stop reading. I can't wait to read the remainder of the trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSJLSMCJB2NT9?ASIN=0439023521	This book was great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was sad but great. I think that it was good for children in fifth grade and up because of the killing and blood.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R307TBSHDDUYTX?ASIN=0439023521	Love!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't put this book down!!! From beginning to end it had me captivated. I very highly recommend this to everyone</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35LFTOQVPJ71J?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger games is one of the best books I've ever read in my life it has action and weapons for things that guys like</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3H80279TVO4AG?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games book 1	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book! Very exciting throughout the whole book, loved Peeta Mellark &amp; I can't wait to read the next two books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KLS5P94QIR33?ASIN=0439023521	a good book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've read this whole series and loved all of the books! this book is great and everyone including me have loved it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2EL4M2H0RD9N6?ASIN=0439023521	good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger Games is slow in first couple of chapters but it really heats up on the ensuing chapters, can't put it down!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29UCCGX1E3XO7?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger games was addicting. I read it in one day. the plot had a few cliched moments but overall it was incredible.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36JEVMM3WODIP?ASIN=0439023521	captivating	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i was interested in reading the books due to all the hype. I was surprised, the book (e-book) was hard to put down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LFUI2KDCRES?ASIN=0439023521	Tantalizing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This booking held my attention right from the start!  I had a hard time putting it down and wanted to keep reading!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNV72B1DEO55A?ASIN=0439023521	Great Series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not stop reading these books until the end. They captured me and kept me on my toes throughout. Great Read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXGKNNLQIVNDR?ASIN=0439023521	A great series!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This series is great! This is the first book. I loved the story and the characters. I would recommend it to others.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11PY5G4S67JP0?ASIN=0439023521	the best book ever made	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i have not resd the next two books but after reading half of this i bought the other two this book is AMAZING!!!  !</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUGNYJZC4WIBC?ASIN=0439023521	amazing!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book really caught my intrest. I couldnt stop reading it because it  was so good! I love the hunger games!!!!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNL6Y3LAAXDL0?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is what it is and then some, what more can you say. Young adult/teen fantasy at it's best, and fun for all ages.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BID4L78NSW09?ASIN=0439023521	HUNGER GAMES!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I WOULD RECOMMMEND THIS SERIES TO EVERYONE.. I love Peeta and Katniss.. and Haymitch. Kindle Rocks too. Oh ya buddy</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KJDDJXR4EP6Y?ASIN=0439023521	Love this series!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved this series!! Wish there were more than 3 books!! Hope that the movie is just as good! This is a must read!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IY5LC9PK20ES?ASIN=0439023521	WOW	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The hunger games had me captivated from the very begining!  Twilight is my favorite book but this is a close second</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZM8OKKL8YUFG?ASIN=0439023521	Enjoyable but first person present tense is annoying	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed the story enough to download the next two.  However, it took awhile to get past the first person POV.  It's just weird to say ""I carry the stick..."" rather than ""I carried the stick...""  Very, very strange way to write this story.  Had it been done in 3rd person, it would have been a great improvement.  Otherwise, it's a good story line I just wish it had been written by someone like Koontz who could have given it meat.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24WC5A77F91JB?ASIN=0439023521	yes.yes.yes.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Im litterly obsessed. I cant wait to read catching fire now! I loved it! I really recommend it for anyone to read.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15LP3MO73OMIA?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Could not put it down. Cannot wait for the next one, Catching Fire. Suzanne Collins did a great job with this one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2AQ1900OULROX?ASIN=0439023521	AWESOME BOOK!!!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of the greatest books I've ever read. I recommend that you read this book. I can't wait to read the next book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1S13U4G6N75BI?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Finished this entire book in 1 day.  It kept me interested and glued to every word.  I couldn't put the book down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3I7L6LJDZ9NH?ASIN=0439023521	A great start to a great trilogy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's an addictive read that you can't put down because you can't wait to find out what happens next.  A must read.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R146EG3YJMC201?ASIN=0439023521	Love it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">had me hooked from the very beginning! Will reread in the future!!!!! Will recommend this series to my friends! :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R174EJL8HMUT3Z?ASIN=0439023521	great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">loved the book not as interesting as catching fire but still an awesome book to read during free time #awesomebook</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QZHARNP1DGC4?ASIN=0439023521	Love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the book!! It right along with the movie. I hope the next one is as good. Looking forward to the next two.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVS5VRZ0NKYL1?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Captivating at all times. a great and entertaining read! I can't wait to read the next books that follow this one!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30407LVMS16N0?ASIN=0439023521	Page Turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put it down. I am looking forward to  reading the next book.  I can hardly wait to start reading again.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27PNBJSNPQQH4?ASIN=0439023521	the hunger games- awesome!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was amazing!!! I would recommend it to anyone else as well as the other 2 in the series and the movies!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1L8WFE1HGV2AL?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was amazing. Super good<br/>It was one of the best books I have ever read.<br/>Can't wait until catching fire</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7MMI8F7CMXP?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the book so much I really was sucked into the book. I was just fantastic! Suzanne Collins is very talented</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BRFCTY7MULNE?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins is such a great author! I loved everything about the book and I can't wait to start the next one!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R76Y9P01D2KL8?ASIN=0439023521	great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Epic. Great book. Have read it over &amp; over. Great series. Way better than the movies. Read it, you won't be sorry.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29N7IANJU7HWI?ASIN=0439023521	the teenager inside me loved it :)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i know this is a book aimed at teenagers, but i had fun reading it and i am now on the second book of the trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23QVTI0LNAAYL?ASIN=0439023521	Must read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is definitely a page turner. It has action, politics, and little bit of love too, just for good measure.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R103DSWYEL0RQ1?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Keeps you on the edge of your seat; page turner for sure. Can't wait to start Catching Fire!!! I love this book!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LO08FAFMNU70?ASIN=0439023521	Good Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Enjoyed the book.  I read it in just a few days.  It leaves you wanting more, so that makes it a good book for me.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CYGWZSE9NLGX?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is thrilling and amazing to see how they're love for each other and the fight for survival are so strong</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YSSPDGZOHPRS?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Even though I've seen the movie, the book gets better and better every time!! I can't wait to read the next one!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34ATNY5O6BM3H?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Bought this for my daughter and read it out of boredom.  Ended up loving it and the whole series.  Excellent book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23DE1U6X920DG?ASIN=0439023521	Good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read all three of the Hunger Games books and after re-reading this one it's even better than before. Great book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35SCMS28ZL1I4?ASIN=0439023521	Mind blowing with details	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book full of details with beautiful imagined imagery in my mind. Mind blowing to the least. My favorite book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KL235E5HC6XA?ASIN=0439023521	Bullseye	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A great way to escape the world, yet still have  footing that life is never as it seems, it can change in a blink.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3L65BIECIH5TP?ASIN=0439023521	love love love!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book!!!!!! I don't know how anyone can not like it! I just finished reading it for the second time!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R220VNKVBGZ86S?ASIN=0439023521	AWESOMR	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book! It's really different and impossible to put down. I am eagerly looking forward to the next book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2POX3HU8QUSW0?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book is a must have and is very in-depth. I recommend this book to anyone who likes a action and a love story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DLXZR6K0FGGX?ASIN=0439023521	SO much better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you liked the movie, you will love this book.  If you loved the movie, you won't be able to put this book down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R103GSVIY40XJB?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is a very cool interesting book<br/>I likened it a lot I really like the part the characters plays in the book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MKASUHJ17EWC?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book! It was suspenseful and a great story base to it! It makes me want to get the next one right now!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FQFFN1F3EC49?ASIN=0439023521	Riveting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Keeps you on the edge of your seat from beginning to end. I would recommend this book to high school age and above</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LVMA80RGZ0DN?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the first two books and looking forward to reading the third. I also saw the movie and loved that as well.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SC83PA046T4H?ASIN=0439023521	Best Book Ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book and can not wait to read the second book. If you have not read this book yet.... start right now</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFIQTNI2ZEXEN?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was AMAZING and since I'm so busy with homework and softball, listening to the book on tape was AWESOME.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RX5V0K4XMV2LP?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome one of the best books ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is a book full of action that will keep you on your toes. Plus tons of love and romance<br/>Drhoades77@aol.com</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BSYOI27QWDOC?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great details that put you right in the story. Recommend for ages 12 and up. Love that the language is kept clean.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24O1BJ6TKP3B6?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome book! I can't wait to read the others! It has a very sarcastic humor that makes me laugh while reading it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHZOX9YAROWTX?ASIN=0439023521	More than I expected	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read this on a whim. Loved it. Can't wait to finish the series. Won't see the movie until I've read all the books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TJ2WHX0YD0OJ?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book - now I'm ready to read BOOK2 - trying to decide if I want to watch the movie - will it be worth it ???</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12GGBLQXEKQP3?ASIN=0439023521	Fun and exciting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">very creative topic and easy to read.  even so, you can find a lots to think between the lines besides main story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R399YNITYTDQ9M?ASIN=0439023521	Hmmm	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It must be the simple message about social inequality that made this a phenom.  Simply written at a teen audience.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11EZDUETHUAK2?ASIN=0439023521	This is the best series I have read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">You are an awesome author.....I will be reading the rest of the series soon! Thanks for the good book! Au revior!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R375K48G1DGPV4?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely love this book. I love the action, romance and all of it. It is the,by far, best book I've ever read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNPQF89QEG5FE?ASIN=0439023521	Love these books!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Captivating. Couldn't put them down. They kept me on the edge of my seat the whole time! Highly recommended reads.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PWKN9TR96EGM?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well it had its good parts, but I would say it will go down as one of my all time books. Enjoyable, just the same.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UV78O9H0B98Q?ASIN=0439023521	A real must read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The story line is so original that you can't really anticipate what is coming next. First part of a great trilogy.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZMZ509S6VBEA?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A captivating fiction. The reader cannot guess what is coming next, keeps sometime glued till the end of the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZ4I8YBE2VVLH?ASIN=0439023521	Powercouple	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was an amazing book I can not wait to read the other two books either. Katniss and Peeta are a powerful couple.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUWCWTSQ9I6B?ASIN=0439023521	Wow	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I finished the first part in less than 2 days, i wasn't able to stopp reading. Why do i have to write more????????</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1J8OGII1DLB9D?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book is great  first and second were also great especially if you like action books that is the end off rating</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3B1Q55ZTJZPL7?ASIN=0439023521	A far better book than I'd anticipated.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">You can empathize with the characters in the hunger games much easier than some other similar books. I enjoyed it.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RP2YDH9XCSJDI?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book is so much better than the movie. I just want to read all of the books now. I fell in love with this book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CKYPTC1MJNFX?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved the book a whole lot more than the movie. Anxious to read the rest of the series...<br/>Going to order now!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IPFNF2D3R9D0?ASIN=0439023521	Entertainment	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Easy read that keeps attention great to pass time in the car and put yourself somewhere else. Great plot and story</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RU3P42S1VVTTA?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a really good read, can't wait to start the next one!<br/>Once I started reading I couldn't put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MHWWMC4D9NCI?ASIN=0439023521	Kenzie Collins	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best book ever!! Absolutely loved it! Author did an incredibly amazing job putting a picture in my head! Love  it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R172Q5ZJUZT5C6?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I gave  this book 5 star because it was a good book. I like  how Katniss saved her sister. She was a great helper.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NPKFVD36J83Z?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Nice engaging book. It is worth a read. Had a really nice concept. Explored human relations in a unique situation.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVQQXMZ2EAWBD?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games book one awesome. I would recommend to everyone. I am looking forward to book two and can't wait.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ACU6EXTUX0QQ?ASIN=0439023521	Nice	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked it better than the movie. I think the second one might be better than this though. Second is always better</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2E6Y9EOQ9I21J?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved it. Two thumbs up for this book and I would recommend it to anyone. Can't wait to read more of the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2K3RBMIDEHYG7?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing book.  I could not put my kindle fire down.  Can't wait to start reading the next book to see what happens</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RT24HH58N1ZWG?ASIN=0439023521	best book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i could not put the book down for a second it was so great my sister even read it was intriging and funny and sad.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VQYYGGU2TC6S?ASIN=0439023521	wonderful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have to say this is one of the best books ive read i love this one and all the rest... I have to sa a must read.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DREM62BQRJ0C?ASIN=0439023521	Decent read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Its ok, not great. I will buy the other two books just to finish off the entire story. Not expecting great things.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVAY1K37P89BO?ASIN=0439023521	one of those adventurous book readers	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">couldnt put the kindle down this story is soo amazing never expected an author writing a type of story like this !</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MW2MP8H8AIJT?ASIN=0439023521	Awsome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I can't say how this book was, but the reviews make me feel like I really need to be reading this!! On my way now!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20D055GVHAH9G?ASIN=0439023521	great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">good book. I really enjoyed reading the first series, and I can not wait for the second book. This is a must read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38BMZGVPD49CR?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My son bought this book after seeing the movie and ended up reading the whole series in a week.  I enjoyed it too.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RM0XKD75HCHM?ASIN=0439023521	Exellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read all three of the series. Enjoyed each one. Not normally what I pick to read but heard so many good reviews.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1V0GQNXEIMLNW?ASIN=0439023521	the hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of my favorite series of book.you get hooked to book instantly,I recommend everyone to get a chance to read it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YPHDBTQBMZWZ?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Enjoyed reading all 3 of the books in this series.<br/>Not my typical type reading but found it very interesting.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IH66BF72Z4WH?ASIN=0439023521	Very entertaining	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">You don't want to put it down! It is very entertaining and great for a broad audience. I can't wait for the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12JYJRCITNXEA?ASIN=0439023521	Definitely worth reading!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent book. Kept me interested from the 1st to last page. In my opinion, it is the best of the trilogy series.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMKVQ3YWVGCCU?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I can't wait for the movie to come out. Hopefully the movie will add a little more tension between Gale and Peeta.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3957CG0DW1YQV?ASIN=0439023521	My new favorite series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Took me two weeks to read all three books. I couldn't put it down. I even cried at parts. The author is wonderful!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYIH197Z7YS1X?ASIN=0439023521	I've never really been a fan of any book until this one!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Ms. Collins a gifted writer. The Hunger Games is one of the best YA books that I've ever read. Highly recommended.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DWXTK4I6R63J?ASIN=0439023521	Horrible	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Don't buy this book ever<br/>I have never read a worst book in my life never buy it ever bad story and bad characters</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BEHE9DAPT79J?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Better than the movie. Can't remember why it took me so long to finally read this book. Finally . On to book two.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3V632Z24JQ5NS?ASIN=0439023521	amazing ness	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is amazing. I love Suzanne Collins! She really has a way with her words!. If you haven't read it do it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1A2M995RQDZRT?ASIN=0439023521	Pretty good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">a bit slow to start but then got addictive. a little more about the politics would b good. I give it a thumbs upm</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UD74GJNQHXRH?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wonderful book. Even after seeing the movie, this was still a great read. Once I started, I couldn't put it down!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWCCI2T0XTADX?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I think it is a good book.The characters are very good at getting you interested in the book.Cool book I like it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHQ6EZGHBOEXA?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I like everything about this book the intensity the sadness and the bad guys were really good playing there part!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IK0EFUOWSRF6?ASIN=0439023521	wow	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a great book. Fun. Enjoyable. Exciting. Enriching. I loved it. I would definitely read it again and again.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R342U2ENMVO36R?ASIN=0439023521	fantastic Book and series!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am not a huge reader and this is a fantastic Book and series! I think the book and movie complement each other.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGQFLPBD0I1BA?ASIN=0439023521	book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is a great read. I would recommend it to anyone. Arrived on time and was exactly what I ordered. Thanks</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KDKCTC48FE94?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great story.  The characters came across as very real. I truly felt for each and every one, except the president.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYVUFBKON03JZ?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing.  Thrilling.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">all good from beginning to end.  read it after seeing movie and it was still great.  can't wait to read the next.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R324ILO1IJXRW8?ASIN=0439023521	A great book!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really liked the way the author got me into the story! I will read more of her specially to finish this series!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1R8IAZZYFH0BG?ASIN=0439023521	Cake and eat it too	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book gab  me all I wanted  in terms of ""fluff"" by  without  over doing it and still leaving me wanting more.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HMGB3AXEKH8D?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wasn't sure what to expect. I didn't really like the movie.  I loved the book! Can't wait to read the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Q4EM4AY3N74A?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I rate this because this is the best story ever and I would tell everyone to read it because it is a loving story</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R71L9E12KXFN?ASIN=0439023521	Highly recommend	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Action packed, heartwarming, some romance, edge of our seat suspense.  Great for any age or for a female or male.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGA45E2UR7IY1?ASIN=0439023521	Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good cheap price for a book I needed for school. In good condition. Very helpful I would recommend this to anyone</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FNJ5LS9PKNS0?ASIN=0439023521	I'm d e ad	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I give it only 3 stars because the last 2 book ripped out my heart and chewed up my soul I am dead inside now lol</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TXFP2CXC7F9I?ASIN=0439023521	Death, it's no game.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The flow of the story is good, and yes I would recommend this book  to someone that likes  a good suspense story.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3G6NHIXWCNO11?ASIN=0439023521	I love this book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is awesome, but scary! Please read it BEFORE you watch the movie though... :) It is truly a great book!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/REISEQV1TWPZM?ASIN=0439023521	Well done	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This really is a great read , it hits on topics that other books shy away from. I had a hard time putting it down</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZNA1UNORFBUM?ASIN=0439023521	Wow	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow I couldn't take my eyes off the book until I finished it completely and that's coming from me an 11 year old!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RF83I9SDC9CKN?ASIN=0439023521	solid start	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Overall pleased with this book. Much better than the movie. The characters are much more fleshed out in the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZRL4RK2QMWVK?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">That book was amazing. I loved every word of it. Even the ones I didn't quite understand. I totally recommend it.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RY3Y8A1LTQBEO?ASIN=0439023521	amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read it in one sitting. I simply could not stop and would do it all again. Much better and deeper than the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RK96RH0BQ0KF5?ASIN=0439023521	Interesting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">a good read. fast-paced and hard to put down. would recommend it to the teen audience, but not for the squeamish.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29HU1XWCZY342?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved it so so much. I will definitely be watching the movie and reading the other two books in the trilogy....</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34U05I0ULCL3A?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great story plot. Makes you want to continue the series. Just wish I could download the next book.<br/>Thank you</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PY2XM2AHIT8I?ASIN=0439023521	In love with this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Honestly I've read this book four times and I still love it. Drama love blood... it's all there<br/>Summer cares</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HWU8X7AS08X7?ASIN=0439023521	Awsome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was full if adventure and awsomeness it was so great I need the second book  I'm sad I have to buy them though</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CRFV600GU6QO?ASIN=0439023521	couldn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Once you start you will not be able to put this book down until you are completely finished and utterly satisfied</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CCO5JULP7IXH?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Such a good book. Loved every page. Keeps you on your toes wondering what will happen next. Highly recommended :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OU8P18H24LXS?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Lived the book!  Can't wait til I read the rest of the series! I wonder how all the characters are going to bloom</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZZU9QV9BJ4P8?ASIN=0439023521	Awsome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very cool and sad cant wait for the next one hope to see everyone next review.By the way i haven't seen the movie</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25C84D1ZDYL9A?ASIN=0439023521	Enjoyable book..	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is way better as a book than a movie.  I reccommend reading this book, even if you have seen the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30Y9Y6L42OYVW?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I would recommend this book to all readers I loved the book and can't wait to read the second one aahh so excited</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26MUY84XBQKUS?ASIN=0439023521	It was amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was amazing a breath taking novel. I couldn't stop reading,every page I turned I was ready for new excitement.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VUHDHKGK38PV?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I always thought that since I was older I wouldn't enjoy this book. It was amazing! Well written and a fast read.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RH4VN22J6TOQK?ASIN=0439023521	Love	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love it. I'd recommend to everyone. Probably read it a dozen times already. It never gets old. Movie is great to.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36TDHVZCS7I82?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't stop reading it! One of the best book I have ever read. Love love loved it! A must for everyone to read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3H8C76K11FCUB?ASIN=0439023521	AWESOME	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is my favorite series!!!!!!!!! I would recommend this to everyone!!!! May the Odds be Ever in Your Favor. (:</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2B31SWC3ZRMBQ?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely love this book. I have read it serveral times. I would tell anybody who asks me to be sure and read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RG4W056WPECWC?ASIN=0439023521	Saw the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie. The book must be better!! I will! read it at the end of the semester since I have the summer off</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3EVAIM7360OC2?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love the trilogy. I have read all three books twice.  This series is my favorite. I couldn't stop reading them!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2E1MZZZJWB5Y0?ASIN=0439023521	Great book to read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was a little hesitant when I read the cover of the book but after reading I really ending up loving the series!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4L1P7GPC92HU?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed the The Hunger Games. I actually read all the books and found them refreshing survival death and birth.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UXLOLFZQZ0RM?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love it it's so awesome !it is the very best book ever!!!!!!!!!! This is the very very best book I've ever read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35XYZ5PK2KS6M?ASIN=0439023521	Rip Roaring	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am a fan of Battle Royale, and I really enjoyed this book. The idea is similar, but the execution is different.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QWKWQW0FCQEX?ASIN=0439023521	wonderful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book. I thought it was amazing, I was a little skeptical at first, but in the end I'm glad I read it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2EQVSWCW0QASP?ASIN=0439023521	loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">way better than the movie action packed good read . can't wait to read the others. definatly recommend this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CL0K8FGPISOZ?ASIN=0439023521	Is this good?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought it would be one of those lovey-dovey romances, but I was so wrong. You won't be disappointed, trust me.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRCO5LNUR68P4?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My 10 year old grandson recommended this book.  I liked it!  Great from the first page to the last. Easy reading.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3J6IN2AV2U5RE?ASIN=0439023521	GREAT!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a phenomenal book. Right now I'm reading book 3. You will be hooked! Buy it, you will thank me for it. ;)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GCHTZHPI21K2?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book!!! I just could not put the book down and wanted to read the whole book at once. Everyone should read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17AE3ZIHZGFQ9?ASIN=0439023521	Exciting read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a very enjoyable book to read as were the the other two books in the series, they were hard to put down!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RI9FUY1VU7SRF?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved this book. It might be the best if the series!! Def a must read series! I can't wait for the other movies!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3O1RSA23NBKZV?ASIN=0439023521	Interesting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Book was very intense. Will now read the other two that are in this series.<br/>Made the movie more interesting.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R344WUPGB7N4WW?ASIN=0439023521	exciting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best book I had read in long time. (Besides Percy Jackson,) Suzanne collins is really one of my favorite authors.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CKHXG1H3MP39?ASIN=0439023521	The Trilogy is AWESOME!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Trilogy of the Hunger games is fast paced, easy to read and hard to put down!  I read all 3 in 6 days!  WOW!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZUTH6GF2I0E9?ASIN=0439023521	Instantly addictive...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I started reading this book and couldn't stop until I finished all three. It is a highly entertaining, fast read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKN6UNKTW5T64?ASIN=0439023521	I enjoyed this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a complex story tied up in an easy and enjoyable read. I'll certainly get the sequel once it's available.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLNEEFFVT83AL?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games is a good gift.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I gave The Hunger games as a gift because of recommendations by my grandkids and husband.  It was well received.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LT79TPO1R1SQ?ASIN=0439023521	Really great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I felt it a little slow to start but I was really gripped by the end. Looking forward to the next in the series.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VK6EWCHPS43T?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved this book!  Couldn't seem to put it down!  Can't wait to trad the next one.  Sure it will be just as good.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQ8R113R08IIE?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">great read! I really enjoyed it and I can't wait for the next book! Collins really hits a homerun with this one!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BT7FA7S27K2Z?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read because I wanted to see movie, but not until I read the book.<br/>Looking forward to reading Catching Fire</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R212PE37T8UTUP?ASIN=0439023521	Great easy read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this is a well written book that will keep you reading more. character development is much better than the movie</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R956IH5ZFGYW4?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">it's been a long time since I found a book so compelling. couldn't put it down. can't wait to read the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Z08EYVRCZV5Y?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">By far the beat trilogy I have ever read! It is an easy read to keeps you interested. My favorite in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBOOBJAUB6G9Q?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing book could not put it down I would recommend this book to anybody who enjoys reading ,very exciting book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37SGNOF89N0GM?ASIN=0439023521	heart thumper!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book with lots of action and thrilling story line! A must read for any book enthuis looking for excitment!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24SC8KIZ9ER0Q?ASIN=0439023521	loved the book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My grandson is very happy to have this book waiting on the. The Fire Catcher to be on DVD can not wait to own it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RG0WADZI6B1OX?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games Best!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is the best book I have ever read make a tv series involving this please!!!!!? I loved it!!! :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IEYIBKMPUBWY?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book was great<br/>I highly recommend for young and adult readers. The book was much better than the movie</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TH8TI1A4K4GG?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book. But I did get upset when Peeta found out that Katniss was only acting about the romance stuff</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GW66ZQA7CJJ7?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">awesomeness!!!!! read this futuristic society book, it will blow your mind away! a must read for ages 10 and up.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11LGALWX9I3A2?ASIN=0439023521	Love This	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm not a big reader but I go love this series. They're easy books to read and really keep a reader's attention.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3EOQJT0917JO0?ASIN=0439023521	nice reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Nice reading for a short time. The film is actually much better in terms of entertainment, to my surprise. . . .</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16Q0ME23OYNS6?ASIN=0439023521	I Give it a 3.5	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have mixed feelings about this book but I can honestly say by the end I was looking foreword to the next book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FKOQY3PURQ54?ASIN=0439023521	amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought the movies were good, the book is amazing! I couldn't bring myself to put it down! Ready for book two.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1V3VIDH6WF1CI?ASIN=0439023521	Love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book a lot. This book will  be one that I read several times in the future. I love the whole series!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35DIYI8E0N952?ASIN=0439023521	awesome.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing story. Mad at myself for watching movie first. Can not wait to read the other two! Such an awesome book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RKF4DMBH88D?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is so amazing and I was so into it. I just loved it..... It was so amazingly written and put together.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27A51DKHTE1D8?ASIN=0439023521	way better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Just thought I'd read it after the movie. I see what everyone is talking about! Can't wait to read the next two.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZX7IMXPP68LS?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for more!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't put the book down.  Every chapter was more exciting than the last.  Can't wait to read volumes 2 and 3.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RD0WHQLRCJWG8?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book and could just not put it down! I strongly recommend you order this book! It's pure perfection</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33VU9TXWLRSEU?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What a great book!  Turned us on to the entire series and now we can't wait for the second movie.  A great read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BYZTSN0WE2HY?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A total thriller/action novel experience at the edge of your seat- you will not be able to put down for a while.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIFQASQ8Q7EMP?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome book.  Recomend it to anyone.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was very interesting.  Had a hard rime putting it down.  Can't wait for the next one!  Excellent story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CT21SVE63SMG?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was better than the movie with vivid details ! The author really did a great job writing this book !!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2X8BWFE2CWLPX?ASIN=0439023521	A great story!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love the story line and characters!! Read it two times so far! Would recommend to anyone looking for a new book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RH3U5UZC1MNYH?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games 1	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very excited reading this book, the first of three.  Had a hard time putting it down.  Exciting and a good read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2K0EOCHYUPMWK?ASIN=0439023521	got it for my wife, she loved it now I'm listening to the books on audible	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">good series, Wife enjoyed them and no i am listening to the books on audible. Movies are worth watching as well.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCYYWUB6HWHS4?ASIN=0439023521	Leaves u hungering for more!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Not just another sappy love story. hunger games let's you crawl right inside the story! A very good read. Bravo!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SIZKVZTSG8VM?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book. Difficult to put down. Anxious to read book two.<br/>Story good for adults or young adults to read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MXXKUDER27GH?ASIN=0439023521	Great adventure story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed the moral undertow as well as the love story. Hoping there is a second book so the story can continue!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVEDRWDQIFQ97?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent writing.  It is easy to transport mentally into the author's creation.  I did not want to put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15IVZON7SEBRK?ASIN=0439023521	Skeptic turned fan	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wasn't a fan of the ""craze"" at first, but I caved and gave the book a try... Now, I can't put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDSJ0JZ4T4M8U?ASIN=0439023521	Great movie, better book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The ending in the book is incredible.  Wish they would have used it in the movie.  Sets up the sequel perfectly.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36GQKW0SIN54L?ASIN=0439023521	Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good book I think five stars the movie is ten stars maybe even  20 book ten I've been told to read it many times</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RO562JHPFSULS?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't Put It Down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book had be glued to the pages from start to finish. The characters are interesting and the plot is unique.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R243UJRL768LJV?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great start to finish.  I can it wait to begin reading the  second<br/>Installment of this series of books. Wow</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QFMN3GWU0POI?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Omg Katness Everdeen has sparked a new rebellion fire in the first book of the hunger games trilogy. GO KATNISS!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1W2SZ2C5FD45C?ASIN=0439023521	Engaging	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Just the right mix of suspense and adventure. Violent but not overly gruesome. I am looking forward to book two.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19OATU5S7HE5C?ASIN=0439023521	A good series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The first book in the series is the best, in my opinion. A new concept that keeps you hooked from the beginning.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R222RL496WC66K?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games book series is the best series I have read this year. The movies do not give the books justice.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQF9QA88P1TS8?ASIN=0439023521	Awesomeness!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best book ever!  I will probably end up reading it over and over again!  Scary and heart pumping!  Awesome book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RS2MTMCHN4QTQ?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the best book ever.It is a page turner and its engrossing.Everyone should be required to read this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1H497292SWNIN?ASIN=0439023521	Good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a good book for teenagers and young readers keep them into the story and it presents a perfect narration</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TSSEOJX3C5H5?ASIN=0439023521	Really gets you in the action	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed this book and for the most part held my interest. I can't wait to see what happens with peers and Kat.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DJZRKA4H6AP3?ASIN=0439023521	awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book loved the movie so started reading the books about to start the second book and then read all of them</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HEIUNMU5S5Q8?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have seen the movie several times and am not much of a reader but this book is fantastic! Couldn't put it down</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CWF61YU4Y1MX?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very good book and liked the movie as well ....enjoyed reading....have a beary great day okey dokey and good bye</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GJF7SYZ6F1RE?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing, better then the movie of course and can't wait to start the next book! I loved it, did I say Amazing!?!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZTF9PTWCUJBC?ASIN=0439023521	I loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was so amazing I read it twice! It has a lot of twists going around and it makes it better every time.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ULQF4FB6C804?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book, I love to read the details you don't get to see in the movies!!<br/><br/>The author is wonderful:)</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YOHWTEJI8LHS?ASIN=0439023521	Good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I put off reading this series forever. I have no idea why, the book was great and I can't wait to read the rest.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BL0G69RSKEX9?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this book. It was quick read because it kept your interest. I can't wait to start the next one.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BF3V1XDGW6H5?ASIN=0439023521	wonderful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had to keep reading this final book in the series. Thought provoking and gripping. Read it every spare moment.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3J30MBTW9FY0X?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book. Loved all three of them. I'm really looking forward to seeing the rests of the movies along with JL.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30X7HPWUDGRK?ASIN=0439023521	All around great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was an all around amazing book written by an amazing author. Try to read the first chapter and not get hooked</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22RSFJB0SOAQT?ASIN=0439023521	It was a great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed it. This book hooked me from the first page. I will watch the movie and continue with the second book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R136DSQBVYAVGW?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Gamrd	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Much better than the movie, there was so much left out! Can't wait to read the next book and see the next movie!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/REW5Q09CIREIC?ASIN=0439023521	Greatness	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is one of the mysterious books that I have ever read, but the series is not done yet for the final finally.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GT9KJCT0C4IR?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was very cliff hangerish and every times stopped reading, I wanted more! I need the other books now!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SVEUC0H52TLU?ASIN=0439023521	Loved the book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I finished the Kindle version of the book in no time!  It really kept me interested and passed the time quickly!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IV22KCW01NTC?ASIN=0439023521	awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this was the fastest I have ever read a book.... I loved it! so much going on in this book to keep me intrigued.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32RT32765LKOC?ASIN=0439023521	Surprised by how good it really is!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Initially I wanted to read this because of the movie hype, but the book was s o good I could hardly put it down!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PBQ0C6XC8RAL?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book<br/><br/>I loved every page of this book every word had me hanging on wanting to read more and more</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15V74XY1AJDC8?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well i watched the movie 4 times and the book is better i think<br/><br/>Thats what i think,<br/>Sidney marie</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5TU5IJACE6R7?ASIN=0439023521	This book is amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this book.<br/>I think that you will enjoy it too.<br/>May the odds ever be in your favor! :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VBS3ZEGBGKK9?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is well written and truly holds your interest.  I recommend the Hunger Games series as a definitel must read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R318CLWNECM0OK?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved this book it was so great I couldn't put the book down now onto mockingjay it's a great book for kids also</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2I4ZV560YHHNM?ASIN=0439023521	Captures your interest	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Story brings the reader in and you want to see what happens.  Kept looking for hidden meaning.  Didn't find ant.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DTZYSQ721KTL?ASIN=0439023521	Fabulous!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very thrilling! I couldn't put the book down! I had to read page after page! I cannot wait to continue the story</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IQCL1VLKBG1O?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Heard a lot about this book!! Really enjoyed it will get the rest of the series!!!! Hope the others are as good.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19CTKZ5O5QA51?ASIN=0439023521	Can't wait to read the second book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is awesome.  It's action packed and it's a definite page turner. I can't wait to read the second book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1EDBZGNG9GI2D?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've read this series more then 3 times and if you and in your teens this could be the book for you . Great Book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NOYHIO4E3AVB?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a good book and I loved it, it was such a good story and it makes me want to read the rest of the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MFXQ6U4UVHBI?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I hadn't seen the movie and I think the book is able to stand on its own.  I will read the full series of books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OGLT78Z2SZF2?ASIN=0439023521	Touching	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Such a great and easy read. Could not put it down and for good reason. Very excited to read books two and three!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QAFW4T7CKTNH?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is an awesome book.  I am reading the second in the series now and it seems to be as good as the first one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2B25XWWSWWPZ?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games movie edition	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book kept me reading right to the end did not want to put it down.Great price cant wait to read the others</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R55FZR5CWNMHV?ASIN=0439023521	hungry for more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games was hard to put down.  I'm looking forward to reading the next book in the series.  Great read.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDEBDUPJEM3K9?ASIN=0439023521	Interesting read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was very fast moving and kept your interest throughout.  I can't wait to read the rest of the trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18HA4B800L82N?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved this book!!! Could not put it down, this is a must read book! Great for all ages and all types of readers.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19CIBPN4U3EI5?ASIN=0439023521	Great book, just in time for the movie.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was great, and I read it intensely. Passed up reading texts for my Masters Program to read this title.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RAPXODOTPKZUF?ASIN=0439023521	great series!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">wondered what all the fuss was about so I decided to read the book.  Loved it so much that I bought the other 2.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XRPMN6D1YF5F?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games kindle edition	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is a wonderful book! I'm so glad I bought the kindle edition as it was instantaneously uploaded to my kindle!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MKW7B341UMTT?ASIN=0439023521	Such a good read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Such a good read! This book is a great kickoff to the series. Can not wait to see how the movie stands up to it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPD86Z3II2GAK?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had heard a bunch of friends talking about the book, so I picked it up. Amazed to say the least. Get the book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUZ5IN9VSHISU?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was well written and a great read!  I am glad that I read it and am looking forward to the next book!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BKC86HVWXDYE?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book! I couldn't put it down. A pretty fast read that leaves you on the edge of your seat and wanting more</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22GQLXMYS2NOO?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games was AMAZING!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">An amazing book.  Very fast-paced and exciting.  Full of adventure.  Great characters that you can believe in.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BAGT2JC8Y3H6?ASIN=0439023521	briana	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">the hunger games is like no other. it just maes you hunger for more. Collins has made a book that is phenomenal!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RALVB0XV6U6AU?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was assigned by my sons teacher for him to read the whole family read it and it was a fantastic book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20E7VZ2VQG6XV?ASIN=0439023521	an incredible tale	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book was amazing.  fast, frightening and imaginative.  read it in 24 hours because i could not put it down!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36M84JX2BH48K?ASIN=0439023521	Deus ex Machina	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I never used the term ""deus ex machina"" before, but the expression kept coming to my mind while reading book 1 of The Hunger Games.  Suspension of disbelief is difficult throughout the book, but is especially strained when the author solves her frequent plot problems with sudden miraculous events.<br/><br/>It's clearly not an adult book, but I don't know for whom it's appropriate.  Scarlett O'Hara was published when I was 14, and I deeply lived through it several times.  I think that at age 14 I would have enjoyed The Hunger Games, but been angry when I discovered that the author didn't give it an ending.  You might not feel happy with the ending of Scarlett O'Hara, but it did have an ending.<br/><br/>I have enjoyed reading many of the one-star reviews already entered here.  I agree with them and will sum up my own feelings by saying that for a few days I enjoyed The Hunger Games a little more than my sudoku puzzles.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FU26RNBBKR39?ASIN=0439023521	Ok	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book did not have a lot of happy things mostly sad things in the book. Also the book had no pitchers in it.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R206OXR20Z37UP?ASIN=0439023521	Easy read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a quick, easy read. It has lots of action, with well developed characters. It's a perfect weekend book.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8SYUXNRTC0NH?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">absolutely loved it I could not put it down looking forward to the next one :) and the movie was not bad either</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDM0QVCYGB5F5?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">In The Hunger Games, a girl named Katniss Everdeen lives in District  12, part of the place called the Capitol.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IH12HZSTGGD6?ASIN=0439023521	loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book, couldn't put it down. going to order the next one right now! Movies great too! A muse see and read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LX21973HBEXQ?ASIN=0439023521	Exciting!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">First began series with real books then downloaded this one!! Good books!  Wish I had all three on my E-Reader.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UET38J2YLFI4?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really really liked this book! I watched the movie then had to start the series. I highly recommend them all!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWBDBZOM8G70Q?ASIN=0439023521	awesome book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is one of the best books ever! I can't stop reading it! The adventure and detail is amazing! Awesome book!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROBNEQ6AOM7WG?ASIN=0439023521	A great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is amazing it has action adventure and love all in the same book I definitely think you should get it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27ZQWK2EQ4MY3?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I watched the movie first and I must say they did a really good job because it is pretty much h like the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQEVI48Y1J66Q?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put it down. It was a thrilling story of rebellion and survival. I can't wait to read catching Fire!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1AQELGYFL6EX1?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've never read a book so detailed!!! Can't wait to read the next part!!! I hope everyone has a chance to read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30TCKAANPVK1J?ASIN=0439023521	Great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Absolutely loved it. I can't wait to read the next!  very well written and definitely worth the time to read...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HGAJ3XSRVU64?ASIN=0439023521	Captivating	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't stop reading this book. I was hooked from the beginning. I can't wait to start reading the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R295JJ1WRG7NM4?ASIN=0439023521	Great fun	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">liked the movie, loved the book. I'm glad I decided to read it. I look forward to reading the next two volumes.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VBQWAG3CEZG7?ASIN=0439023521	Bravo!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Left me wanting to read next book! Read all three in 1 week, very enjoyable ride. Good writing Suzanne Collins.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3N2ARIELLVER1?ASIN=0439023521	Book one	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved the book.  Really surprised at the change that allowed them to work together.  Can't wait to read book 2.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1V0EA2HGY1PII?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I would like to go up to the writer of this book and shake her hand. I couldn't quit reading it, wonderful job.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3XG6OK11TB79?ASIN=0439023521	Great!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great story that I couldn't put down. Once i finished this one I had to read the other two books in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3387QFBPHZO4N?ASIN=0439023521	just an opinion	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Left out too much from the book...could have concentrated on the struggle of everyday life a bit more for me..?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2AKGI4KU3VHKF?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it!!!! Was very close to the movie, couldn't put it down!!! Looking forward to reading the next book now.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CG9OHAMJQ7CN?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this after I watched the movie and was pleasantly surprised that the movie didn't miss too many details.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R489TWBVNW95D?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I purchased for my nephew as a gift and he couldn't put it down.  He was so excited to move on to the next book</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GL3R90ECAFIY?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read, Great Series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I can read these over and over!  Fun to reread and I am glad to have discovered these books.  Can't get enough.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2K6QLCCCOQ781?ASIN=0439023521	No stopping by choice	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it. Sad I saw the movie first but loved it all the more. The intra-personal dialogue is very well written</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8DKYBD86PP0O?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was for my daughter and she loved it!  She said it was way better than the movie and gave more detail.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38W1PJINC67RI?ASIN=0439023521	Best suspense book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">People ages 13 and up will love this book.It is a action packed non stop suspense.This book is sure to wow you.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5RZUJY7IDS84?ASIN=0439023521	Fun book to read w my wife	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">We both enjoyed this book and reading to each other on our kindles. Good twists that we just didn't see coming.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNMAUG0AGEIEX?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought this book was very engaging and had a very unique storyline! Definitely a must read, in my opinion (:</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34N4MHYMIP3VH?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought the book was discriptive and intertaining. It keeps the reader hooked! I think the book was awesome !</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWZ6QFHH6R2UI?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is a very intense book, it is also very detailed. It has the perfect amount of action, it a really good book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20D802BSEUD9U?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was amazing. I had only heard rave reviews of the hunger games and I wanted to see what I was missing</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R399UWSOF9DKFB?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm not much of a reader but it was entertaining and kept me interested. I will be reading the other two books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34ZQQL9IWJHZ3?ASIN=0439023521	I hunger for more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">couldn't put it down I can't wait to see the movie. I love to compare the people in the book and the story line</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UGNXWBG1AUEG?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Even though i saw the movie first, the book made me not to stop reading and it was really satisfied at the end!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29TW1XGN0QSS4?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's a great read for all ages. Sucks you in and you just want to keep reading! Definitely one of my favorites!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RY4QXJV3QU0A3?ASIN=0439023521	So Good!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this in less than a week. It was so good I couldn't put it down. I loved it so much more than the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VPFOPH70Q91B?ASIN=0439023521	I LOVED IT!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have to absolutely love a book to finish it and I read all three in a month!!! You do the math.. ITS AMAZING!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9MTT2QUSGCK0?ASIN=0439023521	Read it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well written will be worth reading a second time.Get it now and start your own pleasure of reading this series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HBGPQ8MWRP3Q?ASIN=0439023521	Brilliant	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It has got to be one of my top favorites, next to Harry Potter and The Mortal Instruments. Collins is a genius!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AI5BH2VZUDLV?ASIN=0439023521	Surprisingly adicting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The story grabbed me from the start. I couldn't wait to get to the end and still wished there was more to read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BFCA77I8QLA7?ASIN=0439023521	Very todo boom. quite intense and with a lesson	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">For me this describes society nowadays. Really a good read and also quite a ride to reach the end. Recommended.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6BLIL4SZ3GI?ASIN=0439023521	Was really interesting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was really good and it was one of those books I actually enjoyed<br/>This was just outstanding that's all</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5XFR5WR1K493?ASIN=0439023521	Epic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A must read for all who crave sci-fi.  I can't wait to start the next book ans see the next film in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBPOB0MML8NZ2?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't put it down! Can't wait to read book two! What a horrible situation, yet such bravery by two children!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MPU52OPR0MZ7?ASIN=0439023521	The best.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is my favorite book series of all time. I'm going through all of them again right now for the second time.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R137NHT8INNCDO?ASIN=0439023521	Love this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Easy to read and interesting<br/>found I wanted to read all the book<br/>Would recommend it to all my friends</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3L9WSYUX1VS7G?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was great couldn't stop reading it I would tell anyone that this book should be read it was wonderful</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RALKWFAR0LXT?ASIN=0439023521	This is the best book in the world	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book really got to me with the whole love story. But most of all I like the fact that it is an action book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18MV14TXH3O2Y?ASIN=0439023521	Everything Was Perfect	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This item is everything I could ask for and more! Great service and fast shipping! I would buy from them again!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMLYR5GTV8IDH?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I chose this rating because I found this book very adventurism and it was all about them surviving in the games</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYJW6OOAO9D84?ASIN=0439023521	I've read it 3 times!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is definitely a book to read before you see the movie. It is just excellent!  Books 2 &amp; 3 are great too!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IFNA6P4YTS9W?ASIN=0439023521	Great series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The is a great book in conjunction with movie, check it out.  The book is very well written and easy to follow.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OCBT49225S4C?ASIN=0439023521	I loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Was a great read! So happy I decided to read the book after seeing the movie. Can't wait to read the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LYS77QRYCURH?ASIN=0439023521	Love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">At first I thought I was not going to like the book since it seemed to be a book for young adults but I love it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35EYMQU1GNKVA?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome book!!! You will be sitting on the edge of your sear the whole time, I can't wait to read the next one!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LRYBV4PYMMWW?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My second time reading this and it got even better. Onto the next one! :-) I cannot hardly wait for the movies!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKRILL5BHAXUK?ASIN=0439023521	Love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book, as soon as I started reading I could not stop, it was amazing. I will certainty recommend it</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KG73MQVF5567?ASIN=0439023521	Attention book lovers	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a book all book lovers would love.  It's f2f in f2f nullifying xxx muggy c k c I ouc kcal it xxx lucky</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HF9RRD7GWN85?ASIN=0439023521	Very Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed the book very much.  By the end of it, I was wondering what was going to happen so had to get Book 2.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/REGQEB6OACHZC?ASIN=0439023521	Obsessed	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not put down this book! I loved it all the way up until the very end. Can't wait to read the other two!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SZLKWEM22OKI?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">She is a great author and I enjoy all of her books.  Being able to read them on my Kindle makes it even better.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BXLXE4LR6FTC?ASIN=0439023521	I loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">BEST BOOK EVER!! I can't wait to read the next one. You're a great author! This is my all time favorite book!&lt;3</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VSK6E0MD9KZN?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved it! One of the best books I have ever read. Am almost crying at the ending. Can't wait to start book 2!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15E9DN7UPSEG8?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's a book you won't be able to put down I absolutely loved it!<br/><br/>I can't wait to start the next book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3A4AWIEW6KQV4?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Really awesome so easy to read.spent one weekend devouring it and I'm doing to read the next one in the series!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MWG6LJI1F8HB?ASIN=0439023521	Decent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">But kind of stupid. The ending is a cop out. MAGIC wolves and other stupid stupid things. But the rest is Okay.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BVL1KQZ7L621?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is an amazing book, and i cant wait to read the other two. i love how the movie and the book compare, too.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1EENTOX10RRP3?ASIN=0439023521	Wow	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Really well written. Not a dull page, makes you want to just keep reading. Didn't skip over a single paragraph.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RCFKRK51D5CM?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good story that moves fast and is well written.  The story is around the main character right through the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RAQNAZNFE3GO9?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is a great read. My daughter and I both enjoyed this book. I can't wait to read the other two.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R137CNSKKM2UO0?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I killed this book in 3 hours. It was absolutely great! I was hooked and finished the series in no time at all!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33HDMRNTXKY33?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was amazing. As soon as I finished it I purchased the second and third because I couldn't get enough.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PL2HCA5RNFP6?ASIN=0439023521	awesome!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A really good read!  Great story keeps you wanting to know more.  I bought the trilogy and finished it in days!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXO1DNXHHAM4V?ASIN=0439023521	amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">one of the best books ive read in the past few years. its full of excitement and way worth reading. i loved it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4DU69BOH6YEY?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">First book is definitely the best in the series but you won't be able to put them down. I definitely recommend!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R216KZYA2UWWVW?ASIN=0439023521	Happy with the product I received	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book I ordered came in a timely manner and was in good condition. I would definitely use this seller again.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PM6O8LT380C7?ASIN=0439023521	gripping	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great story. It was very hard to put down. I Have finished Catching Fire and now reading Mockingjay.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27WR3BUC5OC86?ASIN=0439023521	Mind blown	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was super amazing loved it omg can't wait to start the other one so so amazing your an amazing author</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GN6TKJUOJSSG?ASIN=0439023521	Just a diary	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was recommended to me and I didn't like it, maybe because I am not a 17 year-old in a love triangle.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LAK64PRQYNYZ?ASIN=0439023521	great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This a great book I can't even explain it there are so many things about it and I think you will like the book</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JKXU4A0VKLWR?ASIN=0439023521	Riveting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Once you start reading the book you can't put the book down.  Well written. Can't wait to start Catching Fire.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24ZYZMAZ5L37I?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book is so touching with action and a twist of romance this is an amazing book you have to read this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROTLOPEPZF0A5?ASIN=0439023521	i love the movie but there are skips in the dvd/and it isnt my player	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love the movie itself and the storyline but the dvd has skips in it. I wish there were a way to exchange it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RK6PUPDV2S0SY?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put the book down! Every spare minute I had was reading this book! I can't wait to read the others.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTD9C60NN8MO1?ASIN=0439023521	LOVE	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">loved this book! All three of the hunger games books blew my mind, great story and kept me hooked till the end</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FX1KWFM03I58?ASIN=0439023521	Good!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is a good book and i guess a lot or people might like it. In which it involes romance, drama , tension,etc.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RIBLNMGLWYP5?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book kept me on my toes. This is one of the few books I've finished. I credit that to my new kindle fire.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VKNNB0EBK0ZO?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well written, sucked me right in to the arena. I plan to read more as I feel a certain kinship with Kidness...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Q9I4NKGA09MR?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book, great story, The Hunger Games Click the stars to rate it Suzanne Collins Thanks for your review of</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31J5FZH6MHZGC?ASIN=0439023521	Stuck	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">sickness Ervin Tiffin doubles fun Gann idle remote sector full in Rehn oak Hahn full track who'll tab bfn Gibb</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MU214XS71J2E?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the story. So much better then then movie. Definitely a different story base then I am use to reading.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2P8BGG3TU56I7?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a MUST read series. The first book is probably the best in my opinion. I could not put this book down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25AGGPKI9OP00?ASIN=0439023521	review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing!!! Can't wait to read the next one. One of those books that you can't put down. Recommend to all ages!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2X6I1BR4KRJ?ASIN=0439023521	First in the series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Enjoyed the story.  It helped prepasre me for the new movie.  It was a little graphic, but I still enjoyed it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UIIW0088GOHF?ASIN=0439023521	5 Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Got this for a gift, along with with the second book. Came quiet, and in great condition. Great for the price!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R317IQBA2AQ8E0?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Saw the movie first, book is so much better that it ruined the movie for me.  Can't wait to read the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XVU3NHDFRCRY?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this was very well written and Iook forward  to reading the other books.  I recommend this book for great read</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RS0BE7IHGP2B3?ASIN=0439023521	wow	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great!!! I was reluctant to read this due to its nature, but I'm glad I did. Looking forward to the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11IEI0CEUS6ED?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was amazing I was on the edge of my seat during Cato`s death I can't wait till catching fire is out!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXV0ATFPHUC39?ASIN=0439023521	loved this book!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Didn't want it to end; Can't wait for the next one!!!  Sorry it is only a trilogy!  You won't be disappointed.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KJ12Q2B26RU6?ASIN=0439023521	Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Th  book was rely good I loved all the romance and katniss hunting to survive and how the ending was kinda sad</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Y0J1HSXCPDSF?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It kept me reading all day! I can't wait to start the next one. It's a real page turner. I saw the movie first</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGLV5TSSPOFAH?ASIN=0439023521	it's a interesting book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I like it because its intense<br/>It gives you he feeling where you have too know what's going on!! It's good</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R87NYL3KTIC9F?ASIN=0439023521	yesssss	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Impossible to put down. had a lot of fun reading it until the wee hours. Absolutely recommended to all of you.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R51BEJ8DYNVDO?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved this book! Started reading it and I couldn't put it down! A real page turner! Would highly recommend it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VG8B4NT4G1RP?ASIN=0439023521	Great action story.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Kept me glued to the book the whole time. A little bit of something for everyone. Looking forward to the next.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RP9MKA7HVNOJ8?ASIN=0439023521	it's awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie first...but the book is way better.  Can't wait to read the next two books.  Really good read!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YJ5SJCJ9U0JV?ASIN=0439023521	Awsome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I so recommend this book is so awesome read it u will love it I 100 percent promise. Way better then the Movie</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJUTR6WK71LHI?ASIN=0439023521	to much romance	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't think this was going to turn into a chick flick!! Blah, story line was great, all the romance..boring</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2K43GTGLC63I8?ASIN=0439023521	Th e hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The hunger games ebook is the best by Suzanne Collins .  I enjoyed it very much. I will read more of her work.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3N2SKHUVXEM27?ASIN=0439023521	Greatest book in the book history	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book Mrs.Collins make more great books I hope that's what you do  please do you think like an epic women</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3S2I39NRQTDWQ?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a great book... I was up all night reading it. I couldn't stop! Suzanne knows exactly what she's doing.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29BH082P8URKI?ASIN=0439023521	LOVE IT	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">WONDERFUL I COULDN'T STOP READING IT.WRITE MORE BOOKS LIKE THIS PLEASE. CAN YOU TELL ME MORE BOOKS LIKE THIS .</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGORC6MBBQV78?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good book. Can't wait to read the next two books in the series.<br/>I'm hoping they are as good as the first!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4G3IFKTE603K?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book is great, it has enough action to keep you wondering about it in your sleep. I give it 2 thumbs up.ip</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2G23D8ST9BS2Y?ASIN=0439023521	An amazing book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Never read a book like. It's original and only gets better. I recommend this book to all teenagers and adults.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12OUZR0ATG67W?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wish the movie followed the book better bc the book is a lot better. They left a lot of important stuff out...</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROGD0LK5STW0A?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Once you start this you can't put it down! I really suggest you be try this awesome book!AWESOME BOOK must get</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQ0FJXP9Z5TFS?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome read leaves you hungry for what is yet to come. Very captivating. I am ready for the next installment.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18OXND2ZU3G2?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was awesome! Never read a book that I would love more except maybe to get the next one""s  to finish it all!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33Z2NGP2IU0YA?ASIN=0439023521	Disappointing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Throughout most of the book, I had trouble putting it down, but I was very disappointed when I got to the end.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11TZ4ETFXYNR8?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">There's so much excitement and action. I can't stop reading and just want to know what's going to happen next.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFQVRYWXF79JK?ASIN=0439023521	great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i really liked this book. so much i got the second and third ones. I liked the movie too. Read it on my phone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ASVZUBW35MOE?ASIN=0439023521	Wow.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great story. The plot is very different from what I usually read. It's a good read. I like it. Read this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38G7XLFX8OL67?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of the best books of all time. If you get get the first book and read it, it's hard not to get the others!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10EEEYZ857XCK?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the book we are reading it at school and I love s much I'm finished while the Cass is on chapter seven</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QO1RA2B8L9JO?ASIN=0439023521	Out standing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved it , the mix of the games, surviving and love all in 1 is wonderful. I can't wait to start the next 1.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R220K8DS3F0WPP?ASIN=0439023521	Best Book Ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games was awesome i loved it whoevers thinking about buying it buy it you wont regret it i promise.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RV4399HSG07UZ?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a great read! I plan to re-read the next two books too. I'm just wondering where Seneca Crane comes in.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2I26C83K9QWVV?ASIN=0439023521	Best book I've read in a good while.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Riveting - could not put it down, then could not wait until the second book arrived to continue the adventure!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KUMZ1W5G2FFB?ASIN=0439023521	BEST BOOK	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Thriller and a love story combined LOVE it can't wait to read Catching Fire and Mocking Jay  Love Logger books</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NHELLKZYS6WQ?ASIN=0439023521	HUNGER GAMES	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have chosen this rating because I loved this book I liked every piece and I recommend this book to everyone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2R8WHRWQNTC8F?ASIN=0439023521	Good book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good book, I haven't seen the movie but now after reading the book I'm really looking forward to it. Loved it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TT2WOZT80CA7?ASIN=0439023521	Good story, great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book! So glad I have finally read it. Very true to the movie, can't wait to read the rest of the series!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8Y860EI35QPN?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you're looking for a love story and adventure all in one this is for you. I literally couldn't put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Y50E6FPF893G?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book. My fiancé and I read it together at night. it was a relaxing experience for the both of us.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JKUGBABJSIGG?ASIN=0439023521	This book is awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I read it I couldn't stop reading this book,it's action packed with romance and death you have to read it</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2A32FV0384N5H?ASIN=0439023521	Book one of the hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book because I was so  riveted by the  movie. I  am very excited to see how the story will end up.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R342F346FA6CKN?ASIN=0439023521	A good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It grabbed my attention from the start. I recommend to all ages of readers. Have already started the next one.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RR5I9Y395T8Y4?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book! Can't put it down. Very suspenseful. Always recommend this.<br/>Can't w a it the second one</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19Q09S5Z7DRE8?ASIN=0439023521	Nail biting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was on the edge of my seat the whole time. I can't wait to read the rest of the books that go along with it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10BXP2TZSSKD6?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I truly enjoyed the book. Once I saw the movie, I had to buy the books. I am going to read battle royale next.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIXVIH59DDN83?ASIN=0439023521	love it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">To understand the movie, I think you need to read the book where you learn to know the characters more deeply.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUE3MGRO8JXRB?ASIN=0439023521	A good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed reading this book.  I read it on the kindle app on my phone and I have since bought the second book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUREPCKLAYX9U?ASIN=0439023521	Depressing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this whole tril and kept hoping for Gale.  I found this story so depressing.  it wasnt my kind of read.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BWRK2P7RP4VU?ASIN=0439023521	Great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games was a great book! I read it in no time at all and immediately bought the two following books!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12G6QBPFGQ2VS?ASIN=0439023521	best book so far	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i finsihed this book in a week flat juggling it with school homework and theatre. I just couldnt put it down!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2AQPZMD0XMB8D?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Truly a page turner!  I read all three books and enjoyed them all, not wanting to see the last page come up.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LT8KQQF50SFS?ASIN=0439023521	Great Trilogy!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I LOVED The Hunger Games trilogy!<br/><br/>I definitely recommend it! But be prepared to not want to put them down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22XSTMFXQYJPU?ASIN=0439023521	Very good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed The Hunger Games. Really looking forward to the sequel. It is good for both teens and adults.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RYU3TZRRMYBV?ASIN=0439023521	the best	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was the best book I ever read. seen I start read the first page I could not stop until I finish the  book</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3COKRZ6ILQARD?ASIN=0439023521	Really good series, and a bit disturbing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This review is for the entire series. Great characters, hero's in the truest sense.  Dark twists and deception.  Leaves you a little uneasy. Great ending to the last book (I like happy endings, yes I'm a warm and fuzzy kind of girl even in science fiction/fantasy books)( This one is conflicted 2 great guys, only one could get the girl).  Sit on the end of your seat.  Compelling- can't put it down kind of book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WTMWW2JS4AYL?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful & Inventive	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Easily a quick read, this wonderfully inventive novel takes you along Katniss's journey into and through the hunger games. And, although a dumb name for the heroic main character, you will find yourself not being able to take a break from her near death journey through the games. With a clear cut (albeit surprise) ending you will find that you can stop at just this first novel but will probably not want to. ;)</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMKFIRF69DGTZ?ASIN=0439023521	Great story, but dishonest.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A few other reviews have mentioned it, but this book is not an original work. It's gripping, and extremely enjoyable to read, but most of the credit must go to Koushum Takami, the author of the 1999 novel Battle Royale [...] from which this novel is blatantly plagiarized. Battle Royale was translated into 8 languages and adapted into a manga and a movie, so how Collins thought nobody would notice I can't say.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKNVF8TQK6P18?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">zzz</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RR5DDEU78XL8?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I chose this rating because the book was really good. I watched the movie first and read the book afterwards.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RX592K1L044CK?ASIN=0439023521	great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had seen the movie and I wanted to read it. The book was much better than the movie. But they're both good!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3B5WXAZPQV9S5?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Thoroughly enjoyed this book from start to finish. Plan to read the next one right away. Props to the author!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MSJMIWMHLH51?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book. Sad but brings out great emotion.this book is amazing. Every one should read it. It is awesome. T</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DHF8XC26Z13N?ASIN=0439023521	Love it.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">if you haven't already read the books then do so. Right now. Seriously though this is an amazing book series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16MMDT48KXBBW?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Saw the movie first but I had to check out the book and I will definitely be reading the rest of the trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VBS068LGOS8F?ASIN=0439023521	Susan campbell	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fast paced and detailed. Look forward to the next two books in the series. I very much dislike doing reviews.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26QVR2HJDA0B6?ASIN=0439023521	two days!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book! Couldn't put it down! Read it in two days. Watched the movie first, but this of course was better</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQ4ZS3WCB8MIF?ASIN=0439023521	Good book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved the book, ordered it as a gift for someone else. The book is a very good read and I wanted to share it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMFRRPIZ64H33?ASIN=0439023521	Riveting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read it in one day. What a good story. Loved the originality. haven't seen the movie but am anxious to do so.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JCWB34V4GY8Y?ASIN=0439023521	great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome book I love every part it's so interesting way to go Suzanne you really outdid yourself with this one</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KLHLETH9YCL4?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was an amazing book and I can't wait to read catching Fire!!! Suzanne Collins is my favorite author</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KNM7ND6E81PR?ASIN=0439023521	AWSOME!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book is very thrilling!!! It was boring at first but when I got to the games I couldn't stop reading!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15OOUVTHUGSD1?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I think this book was great. It was so descriptive and I loved the romance between Katniss and Peeta.love it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2S92O60VBGAJ8?ASIN=0439023521	Beautiful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book and the movie. can't wait fir catching fire. Love love love Suzanne Collins. MAKE more books</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21IY2V0WLDGZ2?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome more detail than the movie it's awesome my favorite character is Cato but he dies so peeta or katniss</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BUHK3WKM52LM?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games was a Great book. I could not put it down. I would definitely recommend this book to anyone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LV5N3JK075H5?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was amazing it had a bit of everything you would want in a book. I can't wait to read the next book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RM1SK7QN8GSB9?ASIN=0439023521	amazing series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is one of the best ive ever read. It gives much more detail than the movie and is a powerful story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXIHHL5ZKFZ8F?ASIN=0439023521	Love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you are a true book reading and series reader I strongly suggest that you read this series if you have not</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5RQY3J6SDNLE?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins did a wonderful job of creating a fresh story for distopian fans! This series is a must read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PZ0EW86W1F3Z?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book is just awesome.<br/>Susan just makes you read more and more nonstop, you just can't stop reading !</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3INLFUVLIWJ5X?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book especially with what was happening with peeta and katniss I can't wait to read the next one</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYIEHJJ0K9NLK?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games Trilogy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fascinating reading.  The last book got a little slow but all in all it was worth reading. You should try it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1N36HC2MFN2R6?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Thought provoking would we all turn out like this? At what is our breaking point that survival is beyond all?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22XM1HA0ZTKJI?ASIN=0439023521	A Great Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Saw the movie, then read the book.  Loved the book better.  Recommend it and can't wait to read the next one.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3U0IQDD1F88C5?ASIN=0439023521	Digital copy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great book. I just love Suzanne Collins. This is a wonderful read for any fan of young adult works.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OWH0I0E2CF81?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was so suspensful and was very well written. It is one of my most favourite books ever. Amazing!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTG5GR8NMCZ3Y?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had trouble putting it down.I was always looking forward to what was going to happen next kept me intrigued</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R243EPQWITQF4Q?ASIN=0439023521	Review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great story - could hardly put the book down. I cannot wait to start the next book and see what happens next.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14BLM4QF8Z5UO?ASIN=0439023521	Great series!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The begining of a wonderful series! I own the books, but now I have the series available on my Nexus 4 and 7!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2J1ALTKSB1PGK?ASIN=0439023521	love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">the book was cool i loved it so many details and lots of action!!!!!! and my favorite<br/>book ever ever!!!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYNA5W63HO2XG?ASIN=0439023521	Good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had this  e book for quite some time but just finished the book.  It was better than I thought it would be.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1F6869JCKUP98?ASIN=0439023521	Suspenseful and well written	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good for nearly every age group and certainly relevant to issues that could arise in every area of the world.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGSG043YPVNS4?ASIN=0439023521	Good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought this for my daughter and she really enjoyed it. I would definitely recommend this for any age group.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FW1CVMXZ4WS2?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is fast paced and tough to put down. Like most books, better than the movie version. I would recommend it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RE6F9YSS6OK9Q?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book can't wait to read th next one and hopefully see the next movie thank you author this was the bomb</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2B4Y6N65G78YZ?ASIN=0439023521	Great Triology!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a great series.  It was very suspenseful.  I recommend this book to everyone that I come across.  A+</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2AAIQ66Z108NW?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games review.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book. The movie followed closely, but of course the book was better. Can't wait to start the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CFLMTAL61Z2Z?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought it was disturbing, but very interesting. Well written. I can't wait to read the rest of the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HNWO63W0BJDW?ASIN=0439023521	Great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Saw the movie first ..it made the book come alive! But even more the book added so much more depth. Loved it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R185MPYCOETK4?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was awesomely awesome AND I LIKE HOW THE AUTHOR MADE IT SUPER DUPER AWESOMELY AWESOME WITH A CHERRY ON TOP</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDMXCMAA1LR5B?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie first - this book really explained and delved into so many other aspects.  Very well written.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RU65SP6DN2CD2?ASIN=0439023521	Loved It!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't put it down! Need the next one now. The story has just begun. This is a book I definitely recommend.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHHVT0USHZC4N?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book!! Keeps you hooked the whole time. I can't wait to read the next ones. Hope she writes more books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TLK0VDWZ9VKN?ASIN=0439023521	Fasinating	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not put this book down.  I tried to ration myself to just a few pages a day, but this was impossible.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1J2AXV236UDDV?ASIN=0439023521	One of the best books I have ever read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I would recommend this book to anyone who is looking for an easy read with a complex plot. Just read it. Now.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IC0UX2S4S477?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I watched the movie but the book definitely blew the movie out of the water and I'll be reading the next two.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MCTUGCW4608U?ASIN=0439023521	full of action	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i never wanted to put the book down even though i had already seen the movie<br/>this was a really good book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJ7C1T9LY812L?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The problem with a book this good is having to put it down to do things like eat and sleep. Buying book 2 now</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVENM9QSZ6PYA?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book watched the movies and as normal book is better then them movie, always read book then watch movie</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2L6CA2U8EE2BA?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was excellent.can't wait to read next One .I give it a 4 star rating<br/>. And recommend it to read</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R190BL050VFYPY?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wasn't a big fan when I heard there was a movie about this book but after reading it makes me want to see it.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RK3N5G9SCUKK9?ASIN=0439023521	Riveting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Kimberly. I loved this book. It's a real page-turner.  I cannot wait to read the next two books.  So excited.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11ZM2MJZO82OP?ASIN=0439023521	Good adventure book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good reading for those who like adventure storys, looking forward to read the next 2 books of the series now.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BXAHERJ84VPE?ASIN=0439023521	the hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">very capivating,I realy got to know the girl in the story and could feel her pain and hope Interesting ending</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GCW9IOB0UBSA?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't think I would enjoy it but couldn't put it down .i could wait to get the next two book . Awsome read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R294KRGA5O2LW9?ASIN=0439023521	great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i read all three hunger games books - and all of them were great. But the first one is the best as allways :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26PULP92I0RUM?ASIN=0439023521	please read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is an amazing book i think she put alot in this book i have read all 3 books i couldn't put it down</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31417MYY5PG64?ASIN=0439023521	Enjoyed it!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The story was easy to get into. Its a smooth ride all the way. Just was I was hoping. I was not disappointed.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2S4NFH47B9VQ?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was great reading it on my kindle. It was very interesting and led me to read books 2 and 3 in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RA7Q9BDM8PRQO?ASIN=0439023521	Very Good Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very good book and I would highly recommend it. I am definatly going to read the other 2 books in the series.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNY42EQ5TXL19?ASIN=0439023521	loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Not my usual kind of book with all of the killings, but. I loved the book and cannot wait to read the next 2.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTC3A6U0T6K2C?ASIN=0439023521	best ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">the hunger games is very violent but good if you lije action romance and violence this is a good book for you</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VCMYLVS04RSU?ASIN=0439023521	Can't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a really good book, I could not put it down. It was very interesting and gave me a lot to think about!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3A6L8CWFU4YK4?ASIN=0439023521	Unsuspecting Reader	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My sister suggested I read this book after she read it. Her daughter was reading it in her 5th grade classroom and when her daughter described the book (by description it sounds inappropriate) to her she thought she should check it out. She loved it and passed it on to me. It is an AWESOME book. Though provoking and page-turning. I could not put it down and went out instantly to get the next two. SO GOOD!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PDXEF0RBVY4R?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't Stop	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">From reading the description of this book it really didn't seem like my kind of thing, yet my neice said I would love it.<br/>From the first sentence I could not put this book down and read it in 6 hours.  I than had to read the other 2 and walked around with my kindle permamnently attached to my hand.<br/>The characters become real and you get vested in their lives and just have to know what will happen next.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LLK10P2WHELL?ASIN=0439023521	Ok	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't like how it left me hanging. but other than that I loved It. can't wait to read<br/> the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZTV4Y0LZ1TQJ?ASIN=0439023521	Hard to put down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great book, hard to put down! I would definitely recommend this book for anyone who likes to read!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ABB9WDBKA5DU?ASIN=0439023521	a fast read for sure!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Can't wait to read the next two books in the series.  His was a well crafted story and silky smooth writing.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5CIR8S2PHHZG?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the book. I'm sorry it's ended so abruptly. This is the first book I've read in at least five years.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3T2DNRIVIOBMG?ASIN=0439023521	Suzanne Collins is an awesome writer	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was hard to put down. I enjoyed every minute of this book. I look forward to reading the next one!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13QXGK2IORJ5Z?ASIN=0439023521	THG Book 1.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">it was a good book. I enjoyed reading it, and it was really great quality. the author is amazing with words.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JDJVFCXBQFOI?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of the best books I have read in a long time.  Looking forward to reading the next exciting installment.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R388VBSTYWGNK6?ASIN=0439023521	Good Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was surprised but thought it was pretty bloody and graphic - but I couldn't put it down once I started it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Q2SZOL1D164P?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very very good couldn't put it down finished it in no time ready to start the next book and see what happens</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TISQ04CSWNWB?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Could not put it down! Very exciting read that takes your emotions for a ride. I highly recommend this book!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DKK8RZ00221N?ASIN=0439023521	Great!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved the book! Keeps you turning the pages to find out what happens next. Can't wait to read the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZUT9KDQR2W6M?ASIN=0439023521	Great book . Couldn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Finished it in two nights. Can't wait to read Catching Fire. Looking forward to the final movie of the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QJLA8QD67J8?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My mom has been urging me to read it ever since she read it and I'd thought I'd give it a go! Fabulous book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MPWMEDAR54QW?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book holds your attention from the beginning. can't wait to read book two. now I want to see the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BIDZN09QANF4?ASIN=0439023521	love it!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is amazing, I love everything about it!!!!  If anyone says this is a bad book, they are wrong!!!!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25T2UIP1RQS1P?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a good read and I would  recommend it to anyone. The movie really followed it very well. Excellent.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6MXHTEPZQDX3?ASIN=0439023521	READ IT NOW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! It was good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was<br/>epic. Can't wait for 2 so give five star rating. Random word time pool salmon cake people</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3M3W96HJDA9M0?ASIN=0439023521	great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it! Well written and engaging. Can't wait to read the next book. Much better than the movies. Love it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HDSXO88OSVI0?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved every thing about the book!!! I just didn't want it to end! I can't waste to read the 2 other books!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WPICCLKNERN8?ASIN=0439023521	Kept my nose in the book for the whole time	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Kept me reading even though I needed to do other things. Couldn't put the book down. Truly an engaging book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GDOQOGNPY93P?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a great book so detailed I cried at the end. I can't wait to get Catching Fire and watch the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33IT6COXN292M?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this was a very quick and easy read. can't wait to read the next two books. I definitely recommend this book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24D8G1ALWB1G4?ASIN=0439023521	My Favorite Book Ever!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best book of the series. I have read it over and over again.  You should definitely read it.  It is amazing!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22Y3G000H9U8A?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is a wonder action book. You could read out everyday. Don't forget what happens because there is a movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMFVJ1TPQ7AT1?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Can't wait to read book 2<br/>It was so much better than I ever expected. I felt like I was there with them</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GULY1TAALNK4?ASIN=0439023521	ok	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this because my child wanted to see the movie.  It was a little slow at first, but then it picked up.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16K29LW2QAONZ?ASIN=0439023521	5 stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved everything about this book very emotion provoking. I couldn't put it down if my life depended on it.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRDGA4SX8LW6R?ASIN=0439023521	Loved It!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read the whole series in a few days, I couldn't put it down!! Great writing, great plot, great characters!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OAZKK5P3B9UE?ASIN=0439023521	After page 140, I couldn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Now I have to read book two. There goes my social life for another week. I hate myself for wanting more lol!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVZN4RVRYTUL0?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Enjoyed the plot could not imagine being in a situation as described in the book. Is there a sequal to this?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32UPTNZ36T7T3?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Got talked into reading this and couldn't put it down.  Best book ever.  Can't wait to start book two.  Yeah</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WW4DUB4EDZIR?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked this book and now know what all of the hype was about. I look forward to the next one in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13RITZ22M7GUG?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Could not put it down. Had me rooting for Katniss and Peeta from start to finish. Could not wait for book 2.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJB6XM3YEGY4?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this book. Fast paced, good plot. It makes a very good pleasure read. I loved it very much.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PR0P7JE7W6MI?ASIN=0439023521	The Hungry games made me hungry.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read the hungry games series and I cried at every page and then I ate dinner because it made me so hungry.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R291Y45ERKI10?ASIN=0439023521	thoroughly enjoyed	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this for the second time after watching the movie and got a lot more out of it than the first reading</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPD7M5LHDIH0K?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It  was good I had a hard time to  put it down<br/>I'm glad that I bought the book it was worth every penny</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROV5QIUP51HR4?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book . It was so detailed and well presented. It gasps some romance some action and some murder</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MDQ76YCTD5UU?ASIN=0439023521	Trey	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I hated the book but I figured o would give it a good rating because you people actually like this trash!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14JKZD0S3KAQW?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book is great i recommend it. she did a great job writing this book. if you haven't read it you should.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AJWOAKT7LBAX?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent Read!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved this book. It kept me hooked from page 1. I would recommend this book to anybody who wants a fun read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QNT2IQWTOLU1?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best book I have read in long time, defiantly recommend this book. Has you hooked right from the very start.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3S1D4T4448WJN?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put it done... read it in one afternoon. Very enjoyable. Great<br/>I can't wait for the next one</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2B6GIN06I5I4E?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I can't wait to read the next one. The movie is nothing compared to the book, can't wait for the next movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Y0KM2XK67I3A?ASIN=0439023521	great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great storyline. This is like my 4th or 5th time reading it! Love hamach I don't know how to spell his name.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2S9EA07MQH7QN?ASIN=0439023521	Could not put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wish there were more than 3 books bc I seriously could not put the books. I highly recommend this trilogy!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TK6IHTVKEP9Q?ASIN=0439023521	Good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent book! I can't wait to get to read the others in the trilogy. I am looking forward to reading them.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3J2LV5H4PAQ91?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger  Games started off with a bang, I could not put the book down!!!  I loved the characters in the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBUCIAIDJA22I?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is super awesome. I could read this series over and over again. I love this book so much.<br/>Www</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CHXXULNKFWCZ?ASIN=0439023521	Holy cow!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing. I honestly thought it would be crap but I couldn't put it down. I just loved it, surprisingly!!!  A</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FIHFLS8I33VS?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I give it five stars because it's a very good book. It includes love and strong description of every detail.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31UP64TWW8D49?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Watched the movie first and they are both great but this book is better, with a lot more details. Great job!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SBEQVN0GUFTZ?ASIN=0439023521	Love	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read<br/>Movie does not do this book due justice but what movie does? Can't wait to read the next two</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1V1OYEJ2I8DC4?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is amazing! For anyone who likes adventure with some love. I think everyone will like this book. M</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYUSSZM9JOKD6?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wonderful book! I could not put it down- well written annd full of excitement and  fun for every one to rrad</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/REI6W1H4MHHBP?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Was very good and kept attn the entire time.  I would recommend it to anyone who is looking for a good read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BBH5GHFTVWJA?ASIN=0439023521	Facinating	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Spellbinding novel. Keeps you tied trying to figure out what is coming next. I can't wait to start nook two.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5W84IZ1BVMO6?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it! A great story of love and survival. Can't wait to read what happens next. Page turner. Great read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3K440QZ9YUZZ8?ASIN=0439023521	Captivating.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Enjoyed this. Would suggest this to all my friends. Am amazed how this truly relates to our world right now.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LHZ3BWC4RO51?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Thhis was a very good series I am waiting to get the other books to go on sale so I can get the rest of them</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2I75S05NJ2W2T?ASIN=0439023521	Thank you	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The item was just as described the kids like it. I will purchase from this company in the future, thank you.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XUO63UTD8I91?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome book a must read!!!!! Can't wait to read the book #2, I hope it I'd as awesome as the first book !!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NK3RB1SC1UB9?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was excellent and I can't wait to read catching fire she is a amazing writer who made the book real to me</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MAL78DGU0SEG?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Such a wonderful story. I can't wait to read the other books! I loved this story.. a love story in disguise.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DG0QWKSXUQ8C?ASIN=0439023521	GOOD READ	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Looking forward to reading the next book in the trilogy. Enjoyed it very much.  Easy to read, a page turner.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5HA0T8UPNSRB?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book. Would recommend it to my friends and family. Can't wait to read the next two books in the series</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OXR391RMBRZ0?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book. I've never watched the movie and wanted to read the book first. Can't wait to read the next two.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12BXAZUKLF2QG?ASIN=0439023521	phenomenal	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely loved this series. I read these so fast, which is not normal for me. I 100% recommend to anyone</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4B1NWWPSULVC?ASIN=0439023521	The Best Book on the Earth!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is Definitely the best book I have read by far! I rate this book five stars because it is AMAZING.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R311OHE4VZNKXQ?ASIN=0439023521	Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the story. Quick, easy read. I'm excited to read the second book and plan on reading it immediately.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXSSCP0DG0SV4?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not put this book down. It will have you on the edge of your seat! Can't wait to read the other two.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QJDDW0B6M62T?ASIN=0439023521	Worth Reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Im in love with this book. Can't put it down when I get the time to read it. Would recommend it to everyone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YZUOV3J674B5?ASIN=0439023521	HUNGER GAMES	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very good ,hard to put down when you started reading it. I love them all. It was alot better than the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNZ8HQKDFD5Q4?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book is excellent! I  have finished reading the third book in the series and have enjoyed all the books!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XJSNSP5NYTV5?ASIN=0439023521	very entertaining	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a very easy book to read and quite entertaining.  My daughter (19) read it first and recommended it.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Z3E9L8431J2Q?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book just captivates you and draws you in to the point you visualize yourself right there in the arena.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROSIXZH29LZAV?ASIN=0439023521	A good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Enjoying every page I read!  This book takes me to a different place! Love the creative writing on this one!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BPCQ8K3LFK4P?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After starting this book I could not put it down.  Definitely recommend it.  Had to buy the other two books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HF3N7H4546K0?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book and easy read! Will take no time to finish. Read before you see the movie! Could not put it down!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OYPQ0I0TGIA2?ASIN=0439023521	An amazing read for any age.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I finally got into the Hunger Games craze and I got hooked.  I absolutely loved it!  I totally recommend it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VL03886J4X01?ASIN=0439023521	one word...amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i havent read a book so fast in my life..i couldnt put it down! absolutely loved it! a must read for anyone!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AX1RDY527ZM5?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is very entertaining.  An excellent read.  I highly recommend to anyone, teenager or adult alike.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12HRY5OR591QD?ASIN=0439023521	BEST BOOK I'VE READ IN A LONG TIME	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is quite thrilling.  It was in no way dull at any moment.  I recommend everyone to read this book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JCZPMIQY8LE8?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am currently re-reading this book. It was an excellent, ""I just can't put this book down"" read for me.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRVFA77IUGNGI?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">OMG! This book was great! I'm not the best reader ever but this had me turning the page, and not wanting to stop reading. I truly recommend this book.<br/><br/>Collins does a great job in the story line and not letting the book get boring at all!!! Not every author can do that. I handn't read a GOOD novel in a Long Time so this was a treat for me.<br/><br/>Now I can't wait to start the second book to her trilogy.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IGRD85TPQOPU?ASIN=0439023521	This book is AMAZING!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was the first book that I have read on my new kindle and I couldnt put it down. The book has everything that you need in a good book.  It has romance, action, suspense, and a thrill.  I felt like I was actually Katniss.  I read the book the moment I woke up, at work, and even before I went to bed. This book will be my all time favorite. Even if you dont like reading you will love reading this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1S13JB00GNOVP?ASIN=0439023521	Think before reading.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As a suspense writer, I'm used to gory, graphic detail, horrific scenes and depictions of evil with which some readers might not feel comfortable. But when I began reading the Hunger Games, maybe my role in life as a mother came to the forefront. I would never want my children or grandchildren to read this book. Yet my children gave it to me as a present, and say they loved it. Such desperation and despair, such horrifying choices and brutal solutions are not what I would want any child to absorb, even by reading fiction. Possibly this is a compliment to the writer, that the story was so vividly real to me that I was unable to finish it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VAYGV7DKL4QG?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I purchased this book, because I was curious as to why people liked it so much. Honestly I found myself being bored with this book, and Suzanne Collins' style of writing did not draw me in. It's a good book for those who like action, but it did not appeal to me with the aspect of emotion. I like the idea as a whole and and the setting was well developed, but the characters did not do much for my taste.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPGKTEKENKIRH?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read for at least four hours every day, and that still want enough! So good I never wanted to put it down</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RO96KJBUQ7ODC?ASIN=0439023521	Riley	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was so amazing that I can not explain how good this book is in words. This is the best book ever!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XYJT6SAU0T7E?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the movie but as usual the book is so much better and detailed. I can't wait to read Catching Fire.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1C297AVFQBZ8X?ASIN=0439023521	awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved it great book whant to read it everyday. The movie was good to loved that it was close to the book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30QHT1DJ4QJKJ?ASIN=0439023521	Loved this!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a great read; easy to follow, exciting, and full of intrigue! I recommend this to anyone, any age.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2168X799GM0VW?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I never thought I would love this book....it grabs you and never lets go..I can't wait to read the next one</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1AL7XCVE0IIB2?ASIN=0439023521	Wow	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really loved this book it was amazing, just how the author put everything in detail it was truly amazing.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KANPSHZLFSR4?ASIN=0439023521	It was good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">it think the detail was a little much but easily overlooked it. I enjoyed reading it twice and maybe three.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Y3SAVJX4A0I1?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">the book held my interest from start to finish.  I read all three books of the trilogy in less than a week.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20ZPWUVVLVV4T?ASIN=0439023521	awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">such an interesting boom complete with romance and survival. I can not wait to get to read the second book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15LYVTH6XEWZT?ASIN=0439023521	Great!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As I read the words, it was like I was living it. Wonderful descriptions. I would recommend it to everyone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKHTS0CZFGZBK?ASIN=0439023521	Short	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is an excellent story but I wish it was longer. Less than 400 pages a book is leaving me wanting more!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HSJ9B4TGLTJI?ASIN=0439023521	Love this series!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great books that I just didn't want to put down, even after I was finished.  Have read them more than once.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2J0D21O3ZOHNI?ASIN=0439023521	so awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was the best book ever thank you Suzanne Collins for writing it can't wait to start the third one</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22KB30DF7CP2W?ASIN=0439023521	Very good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I watched the movie before reading and it is very close to the movie, just better.  gets u hooked early on.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15GSWZ55GVNOZ?ASIN=0439023521	loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Once I started read this book, I couldn't put it down! I will be recommending this book to everyone I know!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QV7WYQGVSGVR?ASIN=0439023521	best book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved this book, could not put it down. So great, I loved, loved, loved, this book. I recommend it for sure</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5QPK2HCGJOCQ?ASIN=0439023521	I'm hooked on Hunger Games!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this book and look forward to reading the others. I hope they are as exciting as this one!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OKXVL9GBQNH8?ASIN=0439023521	the hunger games is awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved it can't wait to read the other two books. Great job Suzanne Collins you're a brilliant writer. ;-)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3ATQYWWJE8WXX?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">great book, loved every minute. couldn't put it down. I thought it was even better than the movie for sure.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Y50LM691OD15?ASIN=0439023521	good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book you should read. I strongly recommend. Hunger game is ve ry elaborated. Go and buy it! Love love</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IOVRE0TA1JNL?ASIN=0439023521	Must Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent!!! One of the best books I have read in a long time! See for yourself! You won't be disappointed!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZ24IEH4P33J3?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is s great book, along with the movie. This book has some great life lessons and valuable key moments.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PLMESXSS8PGM?ASIN=0439023521	The book is Ok. But I have been waiting for 3 weeks.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book of second hand is Ok. But I have been waiting for 3 weeks and i paid and extra for arrive earlier.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MDIPXH4MRMXC?ASIN=0439023521	best book ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love this story! This is my second time reading it and it's even better the second time! Such a sweet story</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CVZYE9THLESO?ASIN=0439023521	Good book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A Good story, lots of twists and turns! I enjoyed every page!  I can't wait to read the next in the series!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VZHW8LNO9KM3?ASIN=0439023521	a Awesome book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Really good book, full of action and suspense. I have read it at least five times. Really keeps you hooked.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1L4JWAKTKHGG6?ASIN=0439023521	great book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book. Easy to read. For young to adults readers. Not as graphic or gruesome as I was first expecting.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HAWPTXSK3JGI?ASIN=0439023521	LOVE!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I just recently got on the ""Hunger Games"" bandwagon and I'm so glad I did. I love all three books!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1EZQ5LP3SDVAU?ASIN=0439023521	excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good excellent worth reading good not as good as Harry potter though it was a page turner overall good book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27885TTK74CXN?ASIN=0439023521	great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very good book I didn't want to put it down! Way better than the movie. Would recommend this book for sure.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IVL4QFR1BPD6?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">First book I have ever finished in a week!<br/>Can't wait to read book two.<br/>Kept all of my attention.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQIT1O8DI6QOG?ASIN=0439023521	Read the book first!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love the book!! You should read all the books before you see the movie the book is so better than the movie</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2A6NHEQNPEQ8C?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am finishing this book and from the start could hardly put it down.<br/> A great story beyond our world.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CLCTMPC47FY9?ASIN=0439023521	Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved it. It was a strange ending though. It had excitement all through out the book. You should read it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RD6H4MNRG0TU8?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Was a page turner. Couldn't stop reading and finished it in less than 2 days. Can't wait for the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20N2FO8RY4K72?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The hunger games inspired me about that life is not just fun and games that there are bad people out there.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3S0PR66EVI5M2?ASIN=0439023521	A Great Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Reading for the entire series for the second time!  Can't wait for the 2nd movie to come out! All time fave</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NWLGV4VIKB81?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a great novel it kept you on the edge of your seat.it was exciting and emotional at the same time.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RV0IPU6VPTAEN?ASIN=0439023521	perfect summer read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very easy to read and hard to put down. I cant wait to read the next two, I may never get my homework done!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10LU81A8WYIPW?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Seen the movie first but the book is just way better I am definitely a fan can't wait to read the next book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWEJ1XVVKG2MM?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent book. It was just like the movie, I cannot wait to start the second book. Definitely a must read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLN8WYJMZ81K0?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the best book out of all three books! It's so intense. It made me laugh. It made me cry. I LOVE IT!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PG2K89NXLJGA?ASIN=0439023521	Great read - couldn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really don't read a lot however after starting to read this book I couldn't put it down. It is excellent.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27I3RGG1D8VD5?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book.  It is well written and has many layers.  I think there is a lot that applies to our day.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2K84WB3ZO6IPZ?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wonderful! A must read for anyone who wants to read a good book. Can't wait to read the rest of the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GHB9BWOTW4BK?ASIN=0439023521	Goorey	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was a little too much blood for me. It was depressing for me to read..never continued with others</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25WRSNMYAR543?ASIN=0439023521	Exciting book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the first book and couldn't wait to read the second and now I'm on the third.  Very enjoyable read.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R228VASDAWS8OW?ASIN=0439023521	Definitely a page turner!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love how this book is written and the characters were amazing! Can't wait to read the sequel! A must read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CA4ML9CR9M14?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Much better than the movie<br/>Can't wait to read the next one. I would definitely recommend it to any one</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GXAUHW8M80HM?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book is great and our librarian just taught a class on the book.  She had students replicate the arena.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3U887L70T50OH?ASIN=0439023521	Great Starting Point	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Could not put this book down. It was easy to read &amp; kept you wanting to find out more about the characters.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11GV3XURSIGY0?ASIN=0439023521	Great movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie and had to read the book there was a bit of difference but the book was better.<br/>Harold</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2N0JLOVQAH2R7?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed reading the book and want to read the rest of the trilogy but I was disappointed with the ending.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGYQQT6LQPJBY?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The whole series is incredible. I could not put it down! This one in particular was the best in my opinion.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RW0MTTTXSKBPY?ASIN=0439023521	Great.book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book that is hard to put down. And definitely better than the movie. I would recommend it to anybody.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2H85NN5EB3Q23?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it, easy read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book that I couldn't put down on a mini trip to the beach.  Looking forward to readying the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QE496ERFT7O7?ASIN=0439023521	WOW!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing Amazing Amazing. One of the best books  I have ever read. I definitely could not set this one down.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10FGCYGOC7WUR?ASIN=0439023521	amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best book I have ever read! Didn't think it would be my style but I flew through all three books in 2 weeks</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1L4NHQIGRSWEP?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read this in two days, couldn't put it down.  Great book that sucks you into the story from the beginning.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3ZO95Y0FSV3A?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This one grabs you and won't let you go. A very quick read that can be enjoyed by a diverse range of ages.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20ILOYBXNXPGL?ASIN=0439023521	This is a awesome book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book i like how you made Cato and Petta and katnibs meet up. This book is my far best favorite</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRGW88VA93L5Y?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved reading this and I'm not an avid reader. Kept my attention and really drew me into the story. Enjoy!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJPPJVHKRYEF?ASIN=0439023521	AWESOME	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a Great Book! YOU Should read this book to. Enjoy the adventure and survival and all those things.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14TSVYBNOMI5V?ASIN=0439023521	Entertaining read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I watched the movie first but as usual, the book is still better. I will definitely read the whole series.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXNF3A9NIHRK6?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">it had me in tears, laughing out loud, and not wanting to put it down. For days all I wanted to do is read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JYQCI1HYR1NP?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed this book the first time and I enjoyed it more the second. My daughter wants to read it as well.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10D3LJ6WVKASA?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book took me only a day to read.  I had a hard time putting it down.  Can't wait to read the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FKDZTNDCN7RC?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the story and would read the series to find out what happens next. I can't wait to read next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JBTOF3XB9GXO?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games Book One	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It had to be the best book I have ever read! I have already bought Catching Fire! I can't wait to read it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXBHI495QKQ55?ASIN=0439023521	AWESOME	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is really addictive and the author wrote the book so well!!! I can't wait to read the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33ZA9GCWGA5V3?ASIN=0439023521	great.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love the book even after watching a movie.  So ready to read a 2nd book now.  I definitely recommend it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RC3S52VQYSN1X?ASIN=0439023521	fav	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great! Absolutely in love with this book. And fan of the movie too. Great action and story behind the book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19ODLMZ5JU162?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best book I've read in a long time! Can't wait to read the next book and see where the adventure leads me.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UV38D8075PIK?ASIN=0439023521	Great!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I believe the book was better then the movie. I would recommend anyone to read this book. Its a good read.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RAQFMN0QO4NL3?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of the best books I ever read! A moving, adrenalin pumping book that I will never forget thanks a lot!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3667FPJNYA5RN?ASIN=0439023521	Definitely recommend	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My bff kept telling me to read cause I would love it. Well she wasn't wrong..... it was an awesome book!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SKNP6JK7QRGO?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this author's style of writing and I keep rereading this series, one of my favorite books. Love it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3B8QW63Z7GS88?ASIN=0439023521	captivating	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Looking forward to the next two books. I can feel the emotions of Kat sand Peeta.  An exacting love story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QI8M57N4QJG1?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suggested by my daughter. Now have to see the movie to compare. Looking forward to the next book and movie</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BXY00Y3NY978?ASIN=0439023521	fast read and engaging	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">the hunger games series is a quick and engaging read.  It will feed the preteen girl living within us all.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TTKQGHD5JUXR?ASIN=0439023521	All five	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's the best book I ever read. It's all I need in a book. I can't wait to read the second and third book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XJNVE2SC0NIC?ASIN=0439023521	Emma	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this Book so Much! It's better than Harry Potter! It's Very True! BEST BOOK EVER!!!! It is Awesome!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39APAZZTZ1RP0?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book so much, I've read it like fifty time. Definitely get!!!! You will totally love this book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YT0FQPUV2THF?ASIN=0439023521	Not too sure	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Still not sure that I liked the concept.  Will try the next book in the series, but the jury is still out.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HNHYO2O4ALXV?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Every one will love it. You will not regret buying it!!! I read it in 5 days because it was sooooo good!!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10EKN9VJ4SZ22?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games. Did not see the movie.  Loved the book.  For all ages. Will read the rest of the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1K1L1ZQAN1LSM?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I just loved this book. It brought out so many emotions, it was a fast page turner. Got to start book two.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37QU35PYEWB0D?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is a adventure it's like  you are really there in district 12 it's so disruptive and its awesome</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39HE6QK016PDY?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am far from a book reader but 3days after purchase I am done and can't wait to purchase book number 2!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DAND9V3JNZWQ?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Intriguing, very good. I liked it because it was thrilling to read. I hope all the  people read this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20DARYLO1GNEE?ASIN=0439023521	awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a really good book, but I got confused at the start of the book. Other than that it was a good book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3L4A8KJXTWSBU?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved all the suspense and new ideas.  Look forward to the next two books in the trilogy.  Worth the read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PW4JETO413EL?ASIN=0439023521	AWESOME	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">THE BEST BOOK I HAVE EVER READ!!! There was nothing I disliked about it. I can't wait to read the other 2!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSDA86VOWW9FR?ASIN=0439023521	Great book you will love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is an adventure and a thriller this book us a MUST read for adventure lovers and thrill seekers!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MIGWY39QNB94?ASIN=0439023521	as good as everyone says	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">You won't be disappointed. I saw the movie first but the book is a whole new adventure in itself. Loved it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGKHF8F7ZU18I?ASIN=0439023521	Everything I expected	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Kept me reading until the end and then I quickley ordered the next book.  A very good series for all ages.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23698YS6OTQ22?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Enjoyed the book, super easy read. Left me most definitely wanting to go and read the rest of the trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CAQPHTGL2F38?ASIN=0439023521	GREAT	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I LOVED this book catching fire will be amazingly cool I can't wait to read the hunger games catching fire</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NYJDYIF8VN6Q?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is amazing. I love every bit of it. Suzanne Collins is the best author ever! It is truly amazing</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1K2DO9UTI0YR7?ASIN=0439023521	Riveting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Reading this book quickly became an obsession. I am very eager to start the next in the series. Must read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9HLIKMGE696S?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I like this book because  this  book is full action and mystery and you don't know what's going to happen.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRSPF2W782QRA?ASIN=0439023521	Love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">the whole hunger games kept me reading till the wee hours of the night. loved it from front to back covers</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2EKU3NZ8BGWSU?ASIN=0439023521	Love it.....Very interesting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book is very good I would recommend it to anyone who like to read that's why I rated it as a five star</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LJDVN8Y79ZOM?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger  games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the best book I ever read .It's amazing and the best tale I<br/>Have.You have to read it!!!!!!!!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YCLHGC5D1O6R?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hard to put it down, had to know what happens  next !!!! A great read. Will have to read the whole series!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R337RY6J1RFPD7?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is such a amazing book with great chapter a must read you will love it you will not regret reading it</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MME211BX5ZPE?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it! I didn't think I would, but honestly you would get it a lot better than the movie!! A must read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37QJM5VQWD81J?ASIN=0439023521	Read this one.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book!  Lots of action and a good plot.  Saw the movie first and it was very, very close to the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VCFHXI0R7F4V?ASIN=0439023521	She loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I missed my wife the entire time she was reading it...she couldn't put it down.  I guess it was that good.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1B35V5LF53KGS?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love Suzanne Collins this is the book that got me into all her series. Praise the Hunger Games!  -Adrian</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1W5GODTS3LBJB?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I know understand why everyone has read and loved the s books! It takes you on a journey never thought of.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30FSX8ZW0L6GP?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I<br/>Loved it! It kept my attention beginning to end! I can't wait to read the next book, catching fire!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28YW5C2IMD01J?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent read.  Thought provoking.  It was hard to put this one down. I really hope that you enjoy it too</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROVK9RU2Z39OT?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome book. Can't wait to read the other two. It was so exciting that I was sneaking paragraphs at work.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3K4PQU0EMEFLT?ASIN=0439023521	Best Book Ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is one of the best books that I have read in a while. It kept my interest and I couldn't put it down!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1EOZUZ55OWE3X?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What an awesome read! I only wish I had kept it for the summer holidays so that I could read it in one go!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3YRX0MQXFQYL?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book. This was an easy read simple live story with lots of emotion. A must read for everyone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDE7GQD1TKI6F?ASIN=0439023521	AWESOME BOOK!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was the BEST book I have ever read, couldn't put it down it was very sad but it was still a great book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R654H1VFVFWB2?ASIN=0439023521	Easy to read and quite addicting!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great story! Easy to read. Fun to read. Adds more to the movie. Looking forward to reading the next books!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PGD8B29FGEMZ?ASIN=0439023521	better than what i expected!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i really enjoyed the hunger games and i would have to say that the whole series is better than i expected.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTKQMDFHAJJ0W?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldnt put it down,addictive reading i wish i could read the trilogy for the first time all over again.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJDZQHQX054FO?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book was awesome make sure you read the other two books to this series This book keeps you interested</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXQO8RVROO3BD?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a wonderful book and I enjoyed the read very much. The book kept me entwined within its pages....</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQT1BGAJCWYGP?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely loved this book.  The story and the characters were very gripping, I read it in under a week.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3D88GLT8238KA?ASIN=0439023521	Loved Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very quick and entertaining!  This was a fun book even for an adult!  I couldn't put it down once started.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DFO65BDGZWU?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome Series!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not put this book down! Read it within 24 hrs. This book is a must read for both teens and adults!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R312HZFJLAE6FZ?ASIN=0439023521	A masterpeice	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A great story. this was my favorite book in the whole trilogy. I wish there were more than three. loved it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14OLE1AEO1WC0?ASIN=0439023521	it was good.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games was a good book. Wasn't into the romance near the end but the story and the plot is good.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROCDESHSUGI80?ASIN=0439023521	unbelievable.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">you don't have to be a young adult to enjoy this. i stayed up until 2am to finish it. really really great.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RT8A45O2SIDJP?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic read for adults and teens	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I got it for my preteen son, who reads at an 11th grade level. I read it first. I was a little nervous as I got started reading. I was afraid it was going to be bloody and gore, but it wasn't. The author did an amazing job of giving just enough detail without going overboard.<br/>I loved it. I then bought book two. And that was a great book too. Next is book three -as soon as I get paid again. Lol</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BHEQTD82EBQR?ASIN=0439023521	excellent read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is so much better than the Hollywood rendition. Wish I had read before seeing the film. A must read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSX3NHYS3LNF1?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is perfect, I know I'm late but I can't wait to read the rest of the series! Two thumbs way up.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RB76RYT5U1KUS?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book. If you liked this you should read Catching fire and Mocking jay. They are even better.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DY7L6OU50RYH?ASIN=0439023521	loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">loved this book it perfectly combines love with adventure and danger. one more time I Will say I loved it</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RP7VIXSRIM0N8?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The best book I've read. I'm really looking forward to reading the rest of the series. Best book ever.5 *</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VWWB1BFJ17D5?ASIN=0439023521	BEST BOOK EVER THOUGHT OF EVER	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the best book in the history of books. EVER. I hope they make a movie for mockingjay I really do.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R361NY5B9VSWBL?ASIN=0439023521	Omg	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">omg Clif hanger but I couldn't put the book down!!!!!! I can't wait to read the next  book. I loved it!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21ICY0FCVUQDJ?ASIN=0439023521	the hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The hunger games is so full of action and adventure, I couldn't put it down for one minute. Amazing book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RQCTJ4FLX8CO?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">l loved it so much!!!!! I think every one should read it. The movie was good but not as good at the book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CFWQY64R8IAC?ASIN=0439023521	RIVETING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book flowed very well and kept me on the edge of my seat at times.  I can't wait to read the sequel!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RDPUPPP9F43?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't read much, but couldn't put this book down! I can't wait to start on the next book in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RV6VX3U6IKS46?ASIN=0439023521	As good as expected!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Crisp narrative, fast paced and a breezy read! And as always, the book is better than the good movie! ;-)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LHROTWXT8B18?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book is as good as I expected it to be! o had trouble tearing myself away from it. simply wonderful!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HP7J1HGIG7LL?ASIN=0439023521	great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this book. Couldn't put it down after I started reading it! Reading it for the 4th time.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2E4TDFC7WMR7U?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a real page turner, with a good balance of action and romance. I highly recommended it to anyone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CRKCKK5LSOUK?ASIN=0439023521	Good easy read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book. Easy read. Good for probably 10 and up. This is the first of three books(which are all good).</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OIR7P5HWK56Z?ASIN=0439023521	Wow	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved it! What a twist on how our lives could be we are do fortunate and this book is a great reminder.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TZK4QH1KONK8?ASIN=0439023521	International	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Interesting can't wait to read the other ones. Prime Is awesomeness to be able to read the books for free</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2D3GTR9T8GSW3?ASIN=0439023521	amazing!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very easy read! One of the best stories of the century. Many twists and turns that make you keep reading!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25QR54XE0470L?ASIN=0439023521	A great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">You feel like that you are right there in the arena with them. The suspense keeps the book in your hands.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/REU69WMN2MCNW?ASIN=0439023521	Loved!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I watched the movie and compared with the book is just plain empty. Can not wait t read the second one!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R319ZTD138ZENL?ASIN=0439023521	Very Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is a very good book and well written I thought. I would recommend it to everyone. I will read it again</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LF98JUARVQVT?ASIN=0439023521	Love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book. It is original and amusing. I was attached to this book. I really recommend it to you.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21ZZZAUZV5KZA?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is such a great book. I love Katniss's personality Can't wait to read all of them Read this book now</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2J40KJPFHCUEH?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have read this book twice now, I'm in love with it!!!! I just want to read them all  again and again!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2B9WUYPK5FCQY?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read- ready for the next book! Action drama and love story all in one. Go ahead and get the trilogy</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RQ72DRDE635Q?ASIN=0439023521	I couldn't put it down!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome!! I read it in a day and a half! I felt all the emotions they had felt and pictured it all happen</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20PWQA9ZJLD8Z?ASIN=0439023521	Great book series!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very well written and a million times better than the movie!  This one is my favorite book in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R206PS3JW3K1HT?ASIN=0439023521	The beginning of an adventure!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this book. I had a hard time out to g it down. I look forward to the rest of the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Y7NU3DRJ2GHU?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Title says it all. I really enjoyed this book. I would write more but i really want to read the next one!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RR3DPOYXVNDU1?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great story can't wait to read the whole trilogy<br/>I feel like i was in the hunger games with Katniss!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3T1678C9SGG7S?ASIN=0439023521	great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I got this for a gift for my God Daughter who loved this. well written and enjoyable for Jr. High and up.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LCSAC907H85H?ASIN=0439023521	awesome books	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I think that this is a great book for any age to read. Awesome story line, great flow, you would love it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIYQX349IB778?ASIN=0439023521	wonderful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great story line that keeps you coming back for more! A must read, going to start on the second book now!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R189J2JXZ57AZ2?ASIN=0439023521	loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Found it hard to put down. Loved the way the plot thickened. A very different read. I would recommend it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXVALHY8TX9GJ?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A great read.  A book that has it all.  Suspense and romance.  A book for teenagers and adults.  Love it!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MFGTYRE1RWDT?ASIN=0439023521	GREAT, INTERESTING READING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My wife read this book and provided the review.  She could not put the book down; and waiting next book..</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1V6GBM8E01WOJ?ASIN=0439023521	Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hey it was a good book everybody told me but I couldn't get into it because it does prologue was too long</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33ND5U17LJ3V8?ASIN=0439023521	Good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Had lots of action and romance. One of the best  books I`'ve  ever read and want to read the second book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OWUT93TV1DW9?ASIN=0439023521	Worthy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought this book to read for myself and then to put in my classroom library. My students and I love it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ILPRZMETWVLQ?ASIN=0439023521	Cool	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved it<br/>So much that I can't describe<br/>It<br/>It's  s awesome to read<br/>I love it so much</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3I1AORBWUO35W?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wonderful read.  Keeps you on the edge the entire time.  Way better than the movie.  Ready to read book 2</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BOI226OQQZNW?ASIN=0439023521	I can see why it's so popular	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Three stars from me, but I can see why it's a hit among young readers.  Lot's of feel-good teen features.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XUMLIHB9EZ5X?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good baok<br/>Gov hi hvkhjvbhvngh uhh hacking :-) B-) f2f f2f f :(th goog opp uhh iffjvgdc though h h vh</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FR9QG7H9BUVL?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book! I was hesitant to read out but I'm glad I did. I would definitely recommend this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3R39QADTMVSD7?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really love this book and who ever gives this book under a 4 star rating is definetely really Cray-Cray</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSNIXKVIWPMP9?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked this book, it was easy to read and followed along seamlessly. I am looking forward to more books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLZJ5S4VGMODU?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was not sure if the story line was for me. I found the book to be entertaining but did not read 2 or 3.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FHSTLCF6461F?ASIN=0439023521	Awsome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best book i ever read but the seires are to expensive.but katniss and gale should be together as a couple</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNLDUBV1M1Z09?ASIN=0439023521	Mia	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fave. Book, ever!<br/>I also luv da Percy Jackson and heroes of Olympus and Kane Chronicles! :) :) :) :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSGZLARFUAYBY?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow it really keeps you on your toes. Couldn't put it down. I would highly recommend this book to anyone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFXF9I0ZL3L09?ASIN=0439023521	Can't wait for the next one.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book, great story. Saw the movie first but the book is so much better!  Can't wait to read book #2!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1B3R4SKTZAXU4?ASIN=0439023521	Hard to put down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed this book very much and was glad there were more to follow. It seemed like it was over to fast.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IZBFRFOSR8VA?ASIN=0439023521	OMG	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Just love this book. Didn't want it to end. Now going to read the rest of the books. Then see the movie:)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R128R67JH8RP0K?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed this book.  Now I need to see the movie.  I have also read the 2 subseqent books in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNKT71I97BWLR?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it! Couldnt put it down and then couldnt wait to get the next one. I HAD to see what happened next!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNZDZMO3G1P92?ASIN=0439023521	"Reading ""The Hunger Games"" eBook"	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Had watched the video, read the eBook and enjoyed it as it explained more of the story line. Great story.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6RZI3YFQ4E6U?ASIN=0439023521	Its OK	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book is really cool when you read it but its one of those things that get really boring when ur done</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34W6KVA402TK5?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hard to put down, but as this is popular with young people it may be a little graphic on the brutle side.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PY7PGA5VZTWC?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was great, it was so good I am in the process of reading the second book which is very good too.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R135IRI4K4NHS?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Its a great read! I wanted to read this book before going to see it in the movies and it was a excellent.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38VKMBYQDSZSD?ASIN=0439023521	Quick Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Started off a little slow but once the storyline unfolded I couldn't put it down until I had finished it.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4ZXL0VSFGTK6?ASIN=0439023521	Love this	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This series is AMAZING!!!! I couldn't stop reading it. i just finished and I am reading it a second time.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12X48UI0ZM89G?ASIN=0439023521	Don't miss out	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best book of all times. Easy fast read always on the edge for more and you never know whats comming next.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1H26OWSCIN98Q?ASIN=0439023521	hard to put down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">many people told me to read this, I'm very glad that I did. Keeps you on edge and keeps you wanting more.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TUNQXOCQVAUJ?ASIN=0439023521	AWESOME	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Once I got through the first chapter, I couldn't put the book down! It was great- I highly recommend it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R162WR9FCJ82GN?ASIN=0439023521	Intense	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is a well written book that everyone should read.  It is quite intense and not for the faint at heart.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R59HFSYYXFMLB?ASIN=0439023521	the hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">the hunger games was awesome but amazon doesnt have catching fire or mockingjay a.k.a. book 2 and book 3</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/REUOJ9GUC9CDJ?ASIN=0439023521	Great book . .. great buy.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a book that my grand daughter wanted because they read it in school. She wanted to read it again.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LTZC0O8GIOJQ?ASIN=0439023521	Read the whole series in 5 days	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'll simply say exactly what i just posted on my facebook after finishing the third book an hour ago:<br/><br/>Wowww ""Hunger Games"" is the most intense series i've read since the Harry Potter Novels. I never thought I'd ever read anything that could compare on that level again. Reading the last few chapters of the final book i couldn't believe it was ending...i wish i would have made it last longer.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LNQ785FD5PM1?ASIN=0439023521	Absolute page-turner, and hungry for more...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Incredibly addictive read, even if it's meant for grade-schoolers... The plot line and the world conceived by the author, Collins, are both incredibly disturbing. But somehow it all comes together to form a really fun read that you will not be able to put down. Plus, just learned the movie's coming out next March (2012), and it stars Woody Harrelson and Lenny Kravitz... what's not to love?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XQ2WOGULUVLG?ASIN=0439023521	Horribly Disturbing.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very disheartening to think young  adults find this book so appealing.  I would not allow my kids to read this book.  Cruel.  To think humankind would come to this is sad.  Maybe we have became so dis sensitized we are numb.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YXFDC9DPJDNC?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a great book. I really enjoyed the action and the suspense. The end of the book was the best part</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SMF396Z3ML5K?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of the best books I have ever read. A real delight. I read it in2 days.  Just could not put it down.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPXB14OHVQWUJ?ASIN=0439023521	Really good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book and was all ways wanting to read on  read this boo  you will love it catching fire too</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XMBAG2A2XSA4?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't put it down. Loved the book and the series and I highly recommend both the book and the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LO07Q5RGYW9L?ASIN=0439023521	must read this book!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love this book! A lot going on in this book compared to the rest. It ended just the way I wanted it to!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20QJ9T0XLJSDG?ASIN=0439023521	Best book and condition	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best book ever to read! The condition of the book was swell and no errors!! I couldn't put the book down</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BDZ5DC4GC70I?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a Christmas present for my Daughter and he loved it very much on Christmas eve night. Thank you</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18LMDRACI3HV8?ASIN=0439023521	Best series since Harry potter	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best book since Harry potter. once I started reading it I couldn't put it down. 10 out of 10. great book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7UEXA39Z9BTF?ASIN=0439023521	Great!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It took me a little while to get into this book. it starts off slow but picks up about half way through.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FWTRGF8NLCT2?ASIN=0439023521	Very intense	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked this book a ton!! Very intense and exciting...and I am a 40 year old guy..probably not the demo!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16ZEOWQ6WTZM4?ASIN=0439023521	Great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was better than I thought. It held my attention from the beginning to the end. I just love it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17F0HBFWIX6MM?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Saw the first two movies and had to read the books!! Definitely a page turner! A Must read for everyone!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1M79IL3E3ZAUA?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of the best books I've read in a while. Very smooth flowing and interesting. I couldn't put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YUYDVJGQ5S1J?ASIN=0439023521	HUNGER Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">You never knew what was coming next and you were never disappointed. I CAN'T WAIT to read the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8KFFMXPOA7FJ?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A good mix of action suspension romance and betrayal<br/>I loved it and can't wait to read the next one</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZFBCZPOWL94R?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It sure beats anything on TV these days.  I couldn't put it down.  Guess I'll need to see the movie now.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WPPYF2TYDFCE?ASIN=0439023521	goog	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good very goog goody good I'm reading this again good love this book good this is amazing good goog goog</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/REOANBW8A52CK?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not stop reading until the end, l have been up. all night...<br/>now l am ready for book two...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2AQI4AHEDQDU4?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing how did Suzanne com up with that I'm so loving these books their awsome I loved the hunger games</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RP59M68PKMMT6?ASIN=0439023521	It's and amazing book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was amazing I chose 5 stars because in curtain parts of the book I didn't want to put it down.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZJ24FF0IOPV2?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was awesome very suspenseful one of the best books I've read in a while can't wait till catching fire</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GEYR7ETJCNIC?ASIN=0439023521	Enjoyed the book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put the book down! It kept me in suspense all the time so I'm excited to read the next book!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NIJ9YNPXFIVL?ASIN=0439023521	must read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great intense and exciting book.  This is a must read  I cannot wait and see what the second book brings</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2X1JPNXAZPZYG?ASIN=0439023521	Not bad	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Maybe now I will go see the movie, well maybe not. When I read the book first I am usually disappointed.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCB0FLR87T7TP?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">amaaaaaze omg i loved it sooooo good i totes recommend ! so much drama and action all around great book!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1N3X2SV2FW3TB?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games <3	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book i cant wait for all the movies suzanne collins thank you  i love how you made this book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28RPUA84CM22V?ASIN=0439023521	Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Its ok good book for people who like a lil romance and action really good book its worth the money spent</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1V8MBMN50S4LK?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed the book more than the movie.  I can wait to read the next book. I'm gonna buy it time... now.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RD99N3M9N032?ASIN=0439023521	First book I read since high school and Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">First book I read since high school and Loved it! It was an easy read and kept me busy on my train rides</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9JIZ4CW5H86D?ASIN=0439023521	OH MY GOSH	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing book. It wasn't as scary as you would think it would be. Great for Teens. I am 9, But I loved It</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3Q2RRKPV3GTH?ASIN=0439023521	Great book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book read them all! They were all good books and well worth the time you will not be disappointed.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8Y3XW6TF96E6?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book! It is a great story. My original copy was stolen so I am glad I got this on my kindle!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHH7FRJR8DZK2?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Just a great book. Kept me on edge. Easy read. Leaves the reader wanting more. Could barely put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MSPY26O1M7GV?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games is awesome!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is one of the best books I have  ever read in my life!!!!!!!<br/>Can't wait to read the other two.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HQXXGXYHSPVI?ASIN=0439023521	good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very interesting ! Read it in two days! I can not wait to read the next two books. What can happen next.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1S1KID684NMVV?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it! Ready for the next book. Great read couldn't put it down. A must-have for all. On to the next.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DDMZQJ2RQI8A?ASIN=0439023521	Fun read with lots of excitement	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book took hold of the reader from the start.  Very good reading and hated to see it end.  Loved it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKUXB0Y74AUN1?ASIN=0439023521	Bad	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Horrible book and not good book<br/>Rather movie more than book  so sorry will not ever read it A fine.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFJ866BTG3Q9C?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">OMG the book is absolute hots<br/>It's amazing how much they love each other e even if it was all a act</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10FSQ7V32N3RA?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Much better than the movie. I hope the next movie will be truer to the book. The author did a great job.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3STS86IF58I1T?ASIN=0439023521	I love the book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed the book and wanted to continue reading the series. It is a nice way to share with the family.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2959T0YWB7Z0D?ASIN=0439023521	Page turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love this book! Can't wait to read the 2nd and 3rd!! My boys are enjoying them as well!! Wonderful books</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VUJWLLIB7MPZ?ASIN=0439023521	Epic Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome book moving on to second book hope u also like it! Also hope u like second book if u like it! :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37XJOYSAH7MIY?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a very good book I can't wait to read catching fire. Better start reading I know it will be great</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IGDLL3GGRRCI?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Can't Wait to for the rest.  I was addicted from the beginning of the games. This story r y comes alive.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19F244MN0RP37?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the movie and the book was better with details! Ready to read the next two books today!!  Thanks</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26H73C8MJZDLB?ASIN=0439023521	HUNGER GAMES	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very good read.  Gave good insight to the movie.  I would recommend to my sister if she had not read it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LH16BHNDDVQI?ASIN=0439023521	Exciting read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Slow at the start, but in the end I could not put it down. can not wait to read the rest of the trilogy.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3H0ZGNZMC6YVI?ASIN=0439023521	Super	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't think I would like this book as much as I did. Very good book! Looking forward to the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HQBX863CGRIN?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's a really good story! I love it! I can't wait to read the second book! It should be as  interesting!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IRKE3QJ5SYC5?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely love this book! It is a great love story! Catching fire will be a really good book!!!!! Bye</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RE708ZAQFZ5WZ?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Everyone should read this book because it is amazing and astonishing the way it ends . It it it it it it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GEPICSNVRG6G?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved the book. Once I started reading I did not want to put the book down. Looking forward to book two.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15H3AXE1VL07F?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought the book was amazing! It was much better then the movie, for sure! Overall great book to read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BIKE2JV283SE?ASIN=0439023521	Good Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was an easy read, it carried you from beginning to finish. left you with the urge to get the net book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28PC2HLCU7XVJ?ASIN=0439023521	Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fast reading can not wait to see how this one ends and start next one and one after that then see movies</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5HXRIYEVNODB?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow what  book!!! I had to have the other two after I read this one. The characters really stuck with me</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3B19SLNQH2UY?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I recommend this book to everyone. It is very good reading. I could not put it down until I finished it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RU5KSA0JOXERY?ASIN=0439023521	My review ofthe hunger	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love the hunger games so much I could read it again and again if I had time  I love the main character</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19RJQ8BBMA5C5?ASIN=0439023521	I loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book. I can't stop thinking about how much Katniss effected my life. I love, love, love it.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QR1SFIW6OTY4?ASIN=0439023521	Uhmm	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was alright not for me but you know it's weird...Now after I read it, it is the mos amazing book ever</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3ETA7CJSAT540?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was truly one of the best books I have ever read.I could hardly put it down.+ loved the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ILOF1VQDCYHT?ASIN=0439023521	5 stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed the book.It tells a good story and has a action plot. It has a few flaws but is worth reading.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3T5XV4LG8I48Z?ASIN=0439023521	Love it!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Left me wanting more! It took me less then a day to read this book beause it was a can't put down novel!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18NVMA1ZSYQQN?ASIN=0439023521	A Great Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a great book and it was also great reading it on my ereader as well!  Definitely a page turner!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3P0Y8PYRO9ASV?ASIN=0439023521	great and fast	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">really liked this book for the Kindle. it was a fast buy and a quick download. will buy from here again.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JI6XJDXTFU84?ASIN=0439023521	Great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love the book.  Very exciting!  The story is well written.  Can't wait to read the next 2 in the series!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZM1GAR030IMI?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book arrived on time and pretty fast. And, the book was a page turner. I could not stop reading it.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRG874379ZCNV?ASIN=0439023521	Great read!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed reading this book. The themes throughout the book all the way up to the end were great!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKZ43HIRDH0XP?ASIN=0439023521	Such a great book!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was so good! It was full of action and had such great detail. I'm already on to the second one!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RR2EUG57X5XS1?ASIN=0439023521	A fun read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put this book down! Loved it and can't wait to see the movie! I highly recommend this series!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XSYBZTTDVWXR?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book and the whole series. I can't wait for the movies and hope they do the books justice.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1X6MSDRDTDZZZ?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing Series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was an amazing series. Not just for young adults. Once I started book 1, I was hooked. I couldn't stop reading until all 3 books were finished. These books will take you into a world where you wouldn't want to live, but yet are enthralled by it. Suzanne Collins is definitely at the top of the game with these books. Also, it is great that all 3 books are able to be loaned/borrowed!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LLSC4ZKVYZ3C?ASIN=0439023521	Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked the book it was very good. It was very interesting when there was action.<br/>I loved it a lot</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXO19AR4AG7EM?ASIN=0439023521	awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So good i wish I was peata and the author express peata and katniss's pain<br/>I really love this book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10EM18N0SNVYM?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book😍✌️ um I haven't gotten to read it but I'm gonna start right now... so it's alright.👌</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KA5A7Z0NA5YJ?ASIN=0439023521	Amazballs	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was amazing this is the best author ever you should Wright more books like this. I like peeta</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RJLWRAQSYDCM?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games - Review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was something I was very interested about, and I loved it. I loved every page of it. It's awesome.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QESN5KPTGFRL?ASIN=0439023521	Great Reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger Games was great reading. It held my attention to the very end.  I can't wait to read the sequel.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDNDHD5RP7WV2?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The best book in the world .I love these books . The movies are very similar to the books.:)Love them .</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BA3HM7DGFEMH?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this trilogy the writer really pulls you in and you feel like you're in the middle of the story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R163XOMEJJ6STK?ASIN=0439023521	easy read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Quick and fun, I'd recommend it to anyone who can read. Can't wait to read the next book in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1P9SEBD34I5AX?ASIN=0439023521	great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">not a classic but fun and certainly enjoyed it. (to post a review I needed more words)  Thank you word!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTUBBTDF5YTSN?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well written and a quick read. I couldn't put the book down. Can't wait to read the rest of the series.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FZ1907VEKIHD?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the best book ever I love part two with all the fighting. Thank you kindle for having this book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCMQS8AJLIUBI?ASIN=0439023521	WONDERFUL.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book from front to back. I would recommend this to everyone I know! love the book so much.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9I5LC9Y1LZH3?ASIN=0439023521	nice read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It always kept me on the edge of my seat.  I would definitely recommend this book to anyone. Very Nice!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ALZTDDEIFE4A?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a wonderful book to read this winter. My kids and I loved it, eye-catching and a thrill to read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23P7H4VLQSP59?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked the book. I am looking forward to reading the second in the series and possibly the third book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MQST6OBX4VAY?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Kept my interest with every word.  Great story line and so nice to read a book without cursing and sex.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2AYUOHPC56KUY?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Can't wait to read the next one. This was a great read and way better than the movie which I saw first.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R130AL7XYGVG0V?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book to read<br/>Must read book and read the next one for the other part of the story and movies</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KAIWZ04XHTSP?ASIN=0439023521	GREAT!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love it and will read again! I bought it for my kindle, but wouldn't mind getting a paper version also.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3U8J2AYOXHQB8?ASIN=0439023521	Nice	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome going to watch the second movie and read the second book. Well I hope the second movie is good.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3J6GS0QSDPNTM?ASIN=0439023521	loved it!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't put it down! I plowed through it in two days and can't wait to start the next one! Great book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21H0SQYSSDX5W?ASIN=0439023521	Read it better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book. Very hard to put down. I read the entire series. The first book and last book are the best.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20AQELHXD3M9A?ASIN=0439023521	brilliant read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Watched the movie first.  Book as always is much better<br/>Will be reading the rest as soon as I can.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLHIPIRNRP157?ASIN=0439023521	Aditi Kumari	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is<br/>the world's best book yet. I'm so obsessed with this book and  I can't put it down...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTFWMMEET2PP5?ASIN=0439023521	Good reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Even though this is listed for young adults, I think anyone would enjoy it. I enjoyed it and I'm 75yrs.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1159HWLCKQDCA?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is by far the best book I've ever read. I couldn't put the book down. I finished it all in one day</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1P0RUAMTP5WPL?ASIN=0439023521	Loved this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book!  Can't wait to read the next one!  I couldn't put it down, finished it in a couple of days.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2U0VCPU79G4L4?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Such a great, quick, and easy read! I would recommend it to any one! Enjoy! Now, on to ""Catching Fire!""</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RONP3AEM0JJ8M?ASIN=0439023521	Forget the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a great book that gave way more explanation than the movie. Can not wait to read the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DX9ADXI5ORYV?ASIN=0439023521	good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">great series, I have really enjoyed reading all of the books. they are a very easy read and good story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WOFKI9J2ONO6?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The hunger games is an  brilliantly written action packed novel that I could not take my eyes off  of .</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27P5JG31LAPN1?ASIN=0439023521	amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am super excited to start reading book 2! This book has been a super amazing read! Have a good day...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDA85QNA6MMTK?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome book, very well written and I Couldn't put it down. I can't wait to read the next one. Love it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9QYNY4742TTM?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was amazing. I love this book. I would read the rest of the books. Go Hunger Games, it rocks.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRLYA6H15GCIV?ASIN=0439023521	Love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't put it down and have reread many times. Great story for a mature reader. Been passing it on! C</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2AXKE4FMK2Q2V?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Could not put the book down.  Wanted to see what the ending would be. Looking forward to the next book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34P9SNUCO72ZU?ASIN=0439023521	Awsome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is the best book ever. Deth cant over come romance. Kattnis was so brave to take prims place.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LVK5SE7Q2S61?ASIN=0439023521	Epic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great book for kids 11-18. It's a bit inappropriate though and there is a tiny bit of nudity.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37HAL1YBMMYI3?ASIN=0439023521	THE BEST BOOK EVER	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was one of the best books i have ever read. I thought it would be too brutal but it was not at all</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27SSZOOALTL9R?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Gets better every time I read it!!!<br/>So much better than the movie and I loved the movie so much!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CYBM4KJJ5IRN?ASIN=0439023521	Girl on fire	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent read. It kept my attention the whole way.<br/>It brought me to the edge of my seat and back.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMTPY0V2O56LB?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really like all the books in the series and this is a great book that sets up the rest of the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWH7E3KP25U8T?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book! I could not stop reading it! I can not wait to read the next two and watch the movie again!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3D8MVRYFVEV9U?ASIN=0439023521	Good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a very good story.  After reading this I just had to read the other two books of this Trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RARHZ4GB1MD6V?ASIN=0439023521	Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Starts very slow,  once you get to the games etc... it is hard to put down.  Will be reading the others</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28PYRZS8G6B7F?ASIN=0439023521	Great!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it! I read it in twenty-four hours. Couldn't put it down. I had to know what was going to happen!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2S8QAKRBA4R5N?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am very happy and I will  definitely  reread the  book.... on word to book 2! I can't wait!!! Thanks!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBJWN62XB5M7Z?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing!! I couldn't it down. Thrilling to the end! Can't wait for of the movies to be out in theaters.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YMLEL1KLE6NO?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome book. Could not put it down. Now I have to read book 2. A need to read book.  Great story line.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XN9GUWSM95RR?ASIN=0439023521	Good book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a very interesting book! I finished this book in three days! About to start the second one next!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZJ8D9KIPGXN7?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games 1	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I heard they were very good books. And believe me they are. You can't put the book down once you start.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RL71M8QKXZOC7?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As always the book is better than the movie. A must read for anyone looking for their next page turner.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TF5MYFW1AJAZ?ASIN=0439023521	Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">a good read. only thing better was the movie. Got it on my Kindle fire, fast read and very interesting.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37YPZWUFR5CGI?ASIN=0439023521	AWSOME	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book is amazing. I didnt think I could get into - but it happened fast! I am hooked!!! A MUST READ</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UPSW40O9T7LQ?ASIN=0439023521	Peter Good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Although this isn't my usual style of reading, it was pretty good.  I will go on to read the other two.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXBLCGWQPZ4LU?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great story!! Can't t wait to read the next one! Really invested in the story and how it will play out.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UE4NVH0PBA8G?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was one of the most powerful books I've read lately.  I couldn't wait to get into the next of the 3.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IUOJEESS0GEA?ASIN=0439023521	One of the best novels ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read the title, it says it all. All the elements for a great story are here. Read this one immediately.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UNLP199ESS16?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't put it down, never boring.  I can't wait to continue the series, I have no idea what to expect</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FZ6HEBAAVA2M?ASIN=0439023521	deatailed	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best book I have read. It is easy to follow and is well thought out. I recommend this book to everyone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3T5LI9WS1Y1EK?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a really great book. I found myself staying up late just to get a couple more chapters in! lol</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R277FWMBPJX9ZB?ASIN=0439023521	Great Adventure Work!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">just finished the first book of the Hunger Games Series. I could not drop my kindle from start til end.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GQO6K93Z10DX?ASIN=0439023521	Great book...couldn't put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a great book! It was so hard to put down. I can't wait to read the next book in the trilogy!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R64B4H53HPHF8?ASIN=0439023521	Love!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved this book! The Hunger Games is an amazing book that I could not put down! Definitely a must read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1EK2KTKWJ4M05?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought The Hunger Games (1st Volume)  &amp; love it.  Wii be buying other Two.  I read them on my Kindle.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1EVMYTT4MTPNE?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have read a lot of books, but I must say the Hunger Game series was one of the best series I've read.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WR728S9IX5Q4?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great book. Love every min of reading it. So glad that there are two more to go along with it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37Y3F3Z9W71OF?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger Games is an awesome book!  Made me want to read all 3!!!!  Finished all 3 in a week.  Recommend.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9T04KJVI0QDK?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was very engaging from the very first page, my daughter (15 years old) and I both enjoyed it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GXBUXH20AUXG?ASIN=0439023521	coolest ever!!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">wow I couldnt put it down its so good!!! I dont want to give it away but all I can say is its awsome!!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R327UE3PPZXOIM?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved this book. It was a quick read and I couldn't put it down.  Can't wait for the movie to come out.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RBDHOU29C6O4?ASIN=0439023521	LOVED IT!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Didn't think I'd be able to get into a book like this, but I couldn't put it down! Highly recommend!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRX2VCI2O7DT4?ASIN=0439023521	Cannot/Will not put this down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Absolutely amazing story.  No loose ends to worry over.  Collins does a fantastic job engaging the reader and then keeping him/her enthralled with the characters, their struggles, and overall plot lines.  The whole series is worth every penny and more.  Can't wait to see the movie; however, I know it won't compare to the suspense and overall excitement the book incites in its reader!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RT71Z3FB96R4?ASIN=0439023521	great read!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved the book. Read it in less than two days. Can't wait until I can start the next book. I'm hooked!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Z4KCGBW1WWD7?ASIN=0439023521	awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm excited about reading the book! I've seen the movie already! Hope it's a good one! Yay yay yay yay</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QVFAETHV6NW1?ASIN=0439023521	Don't read much but..	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it can not wait until I read book two and three. And can not wait till I watch the movies aswell</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2AT1HTEAB3R34?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've read it twice, both in less than a week! It draws you in, and you just don't want to sit it down!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NC6HJM15MA2S?ASIN=0439023521	Great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was very entertaining, an easy read. It was not what I expected.  Can't wait to read the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPIFZ6C8YGCBH?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">so so so good! I I'm excited to read the rest of the series a s read more books from Suzanne Collins(:</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2STMV6ZJS6VU3?ASIN=0439023521	Easy read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">watched the movie first, the book was as usual better. I would recommend this book as an easy read. :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R280EQHOILPFR7?ASIN=0439023521	Love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">just amazing. I can't believe I waited this long to read it! story of a strong girl and a corrupt govt</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BEQ76TCOF42O?ASIN=0439023521	book review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love the book,  it is a good read, exciting and it will keep you interested  and intrigued to the end.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RWRRNKG2BNLW?ASIN=0439023521	awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was amazing!! I absolutely loved it. It is my favorite book, and this is why I am reading it again.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7UIQGXGZTNT0?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book a lot!!!! It had action and it had lots of fun parts. This is a really good book!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HGXYEM0633S8?ASIN=0439023521	the hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i loved the book i would remanded it to people who like action and love stories, great time reading it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NXDWMBXJSL0U?ASIN=0439023521	Really good!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Me and my friends love this book so much! Team Peeta! It tastes like jelly! He bakes good bread!  Yay!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HLC857CINAUY?ASIN=0439023521	Great Reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought the whole set for my daughter. She is 25 and she loved them! She really doesn't like to read!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3C9O2OMTOM9GG?ASIN=0439023521	I enjoyed this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a good book to read.  It is different than the movie. I thought it was better than the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PBG5CKH3O8D2?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love reading it and i could not put kindle down. I read till very late at night to finish this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UJ47RX29H293?ASIN=0439023521	nice	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">love these books there so good to read and very happy with them im for sure going to keep reading more</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRZU05JSL8PCX?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome Series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put them down. Finished all three in a week, and I don't even consider myself a big reader.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UJUOIOEJJY8B?ASIN=0439023521	Zmactac	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read with many twists that keep you turning pages until the very end. Can't wait to read book 2.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27BOLS63L2DD2?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was the best book I ever read and the first I liked the movie but the book was a little bit better.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RAI5QJSAEY3ES?ASIN=0439023521	very good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i wish there was another book...but I will read more of her work...I must see the movie now to compare</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BU4LSSFYZRSP?ASIN=0439023521	Not a fiction reader !	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Not a bad read. My 12 hours of flight just flew by, exactly the kind of page turner I was looking for.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DLL13D4IJNDE?ASIN=0439023521	fantastic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book. Lots of fun and fun and fun and Jennifer Lawrence is sexy. I love her. Definitely. Oh yeah</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OKYXNHYAJ96Z?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is my first book by Suzanne  Collins and look forward to reading more of her books in the future.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPBXNQSUK4ZMX?ASIN=0439023521	I loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved it. That is really all there is to it. Other words can't describe what I felt about this book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VJKE63Z7ILNG?ASIN=0439023521	a great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome! One of the best books i have ever read and i have read my fair share!! Its a real page turner</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21B5E9TQYHJHZ?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is fantastic. I wasn't able to put the book down for days. Can't wait to read the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BKW1OZBJ4EP?ASIN=0439023521	Greeeaaaatttt	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Quick read and kept me on the edge of my seat definitely. I am excited to read the next in the series.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRHOCTI71WRXZ?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't usually like to read. But I could not put this down. Can't wait to read the next. So exciting.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RURI7P69MXWLH?ASIN=0439023521	Thoroughly enjoyable!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A very good, fast read.  Keeps your interest throughout - the type of book you don't want to put down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NQDGLLMHCC0Y?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This has to be my favorite book series. I'm not a big reader but I can read these books over and over.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLUJ82LUPEXV5?ASIN=0439023521	Good book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good book! It's definitely one of the best books i've ever read. The action seems so real in this book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3EANWKM5UMQA2?ASIN=0439023521	Could not put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book kept me on the edge and falling in love with the story and characters.  A must read for all!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JQID2JGLWF1?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is amazing I can not tell you how much I loved This Book now it is time to move on to book 2</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUVU5KCFD9GL5?ASIN=0439023521	Good series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I found this series to be a good read. I wasn't sure I would like it but I did enjoy reading the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PWDDRC5CY1KJ?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A original story good book but it could use a little bit more spice<br/>Could read it again movie too</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4YWAE2SVBPOQ?ASIN=0439023521	I loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put it down! I can't wait to start the next book, and then the last. It kept me mesmorized!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YFWEBG4CGKP0?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really liked the book but... it leaves off on an cliff hanger now I got to get the second book!!!!:)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8FX4CESRNWSC?ASIN=0439023521	Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A very good book for all ages. Very good story line. Keeps the reader hooked at the of every chapter .</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZSCIRFBR0SSC?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">That was such a long book but fantastic just like the movie. The part with the mutts is the best part.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2B9O4GB64F38S?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is great. Her writing style is so amazing. The book is addicting, I couldn't put it down. :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LGGOLLMZSCLR?ASIN=0439023521	AWESOMENESS	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Really great book. It was almost like the movie. This is one of my favorite book top ten totally. Love</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3894DEGK3U7KN?ASIN=0439023521	Read the Long Walk by Stephen King	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read the Long Walk by Stephen King. It's much much better and a lot deeper too.  I also dislike Peeta.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JS91V8TFOEMV?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a really good book. I wasn't really wanting to read it but after the first chapter I was hooked</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KBNBVEHR8SHL?ASIN=0439023521	Games get stuff	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was awesome  it was also funny killing incredible and it also was the most donkeys book I ever read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JRFDER399ICC?ASIN=0439023521	BEST BOOK EVER	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put it down I literally read the entire thing in one sitting this is a good book for anyone</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29YIMLDE4XZ4Q?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I LOVED it it was one of the best books I've ever read. I Love that book soooooooooooo much it's great</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JGQ4WUE8ZXZ4?ASIN=0439023521	eh	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A bit remedial. And I'm not buying the love connection, or should say not happy about that part of it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RG094I4TGT4IE?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book is better then the movie. So much more details. I can't wait to read the next book. Very sad.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20IMWWC9HBH5O?ASIN=0439023521	Must Read Dont Miss This One!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">You dont want to miss this book.  I loved the movie but love the book, cant wait to read the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2F96R8L87AWZB?ASIN=0439023521	Riveting!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put it down from start to finish. I can't wait to read the rest of the series. Spectacular!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RE8FPBRUBM50L?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed how the book kept up the suspense.  I will continue to read the rest of the series...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6EZMVQYFAB60?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't put this book down the best read I have had in a while!.... can't wait to read the other two!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27Q10CETKIAQQ?ASIN=0439023521	Awsome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome book would recommend it to anyone who wants to read it in the future. Loved every minute of it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AAISICLC6180?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Its a good as every one says and way better than the movie. Read the books before watching the movies.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R105V4PJP8DNWS?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not put it down. It is such a good book. Finished it within 3 days. I recommend it to everyone</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RINPQZUAJOYCH?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games-Something about odds and food	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I recommend it to anyone 14 year old and up who wish to self reflect on the 1st and 3rd world paradigm</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7CWXBGVMIBM8?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As hooked on this as I was on Eclipse series.  Just finishing the third book and I like that one also.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RM41VYM5P30S?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book, quite frankly, was just about the best book I have ever read. There's not much more to say.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZFQ8H044W61E?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book in one day. I couldn't find a stopping point! It just kept getting better and better!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38GSV78603E8W?ASIN=0439023521	Love it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not put this book down! I read the series in two days. It's well written and very imaginative.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2923J97TPVRQE?ASIN=0439023521	Really Enjoyed this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not put this book down I enjoyed it that much.  Now I HAVE to get the next ones in the series!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8W1LAR13WKZ4?ASIN=0439023521	Great!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a quick and easy read. It sucks you in from the first chapter. Would recommend this to anyone.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RTIXY0HI0O06?ASIN=0439023521	Huger Games Hardcover	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Got it for half the price Barnes &amp; Noble was asking and it was brand new. This book series is amazing.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3ECET4D04L2SP?ASIN=0439023521	Designed to take advantage of teenagers immaturity.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I picked this up due to many, many suggestions.  I can see why some people like this book but make no mistake, it's not as great as many are making it out it to be.  Almost every plot twist is just way too convenient or just too predictable.  Too many times, things happen in the book where it makes it turn to a ""perfect"" ending.  It's very much along the line of Twilight, in the sense that it contains a lot of the main character thoughts about things that don't really matter.  There are some instances of the author talking about things that the main character would not be likely to know in her situation.  It almost feels as if a teenager wrote this story.  After reading George R.R. Martin books this book seems very amature.  The best way to put it is, reading this book is like, in terms of production quality, an ABC family production compared to a Coen Brothers production.  This book could have been a thousand times better.<br/><br/>But, it does have all the ingredients of being popular with teenagers and teenagers at heart.  The main character is a girl who is very, very self conscious and doubting, yet she is incredibly talented and loved.  One of the main themes is rebellion against those who keep you down.  It has coming of age themes, self discovery, realization of abilities and beauty, and a love story.<br/><br/>Just remember this is a young adult book, so it is not quite as polished or mature as it could be.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R380MRROMHM5HK?ASIN=0439023521	Interesting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read. The subsequent books are not as good, but it is a weird and interesting read. I liked it.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Y350264WGYP4?ASIN=0439023521	great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">the book came within a few days and I was happy with this service .I would recommend this to friends.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JRNPC2K89K4V?ASIN=0439023521	Sweet and beautiful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The second best book I ever read! The best was mocking jay, the third book. I love this book so much.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YEW3AZZYRPNG?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome read that kept me going until the end! Couldn't believe I read it all in 1 day!! Next please!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RI50VZA20SEDF?ASIN=0439023521	loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it! I don't know what else to say it was just amazing. Twenty words are required! One two three</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1A5BFW96PN0A9?ASIN=0439023521	Love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love the book its awesome. Not for little kids. The book is really good. I recommend. Hope you like</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKJVR6UV7J452?ASIN=0439023521	great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wasn't sure I would like this book but it was great. I watched the movie but the book is much better.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWN0WRYAB3UDZ?ASIN=0439023521	Amazingly Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought this book was awesome then I saw the movie. I can't wait to read Chatching Fire. I love it!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34JKMMU4WCTUN?ASIN=0439023521	great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Let me read the damn book, kindle app won't let me read unless I write a review so here you go kindle</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RM6NL58Y38974?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book. Had a hard time putting it down. Much better than the movie. Great new author for me now.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2O82EXC7LTVP4?ASIN=0439023521	Ok	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wanted to see what all the fuss was about.  NIce enough story but I won't be continuing the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31H8VO2P744LS?ASIN=0439023521	My favorite book of all time.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't know what it is about this book that made love the series. Was worth the it and so much more.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ANVUAZ15HYSB?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The best book I ever read. Nice job Suzanne Collins! I loved it sooooo much! BEST EVER I recommend it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KYNCMZYB5OU2?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Watched movie one and two, and now reading the books which of course blow the movies out of the water</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3K2DI4M3ZS8IB?ASIN=0439023521	A great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a really good read. The story was excellent. Can't wait to read book two and three, of course!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FCO9TZNRBQJX?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games were awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the action on the book but Rue I liked then she died was the saddest part in the hunger games</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7ZHY6882TO0Q?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What can I say ???  So far all who have read this book have really liked it.  Movie pretty good also.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13FX1M4HRGJ32?ASIN=0439023521	pretty good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked it but not an awesome book  I have to write words I have to write words I have to write words</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33PTV1S6DFHLA?ASIN=0439023521	Favorite series!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My favorite book series hands down. I Like how the movies (so far) follow the books for the most part</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9I14VWM5EK5H?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Was one of the best books I've ever read I just loved and hated the suspense in here I just loved it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R297KBA9GERDK0?ASIN=0439023521	This book is awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I think this book is awesome because duh it's the hunger games and now I can't wait til the next book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UK14JS2CIQS7?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really liked this book. It entertained me so well! I can't wait to read the next Hunger Games book!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1G86CJU6SEQWF?ASIN=0439023521	love this	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">love this book as much as i love the movie. read the entire series in 1 1/2 days and i dont regret it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11IOAF3S652I?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great great book! It's a page turner! Every time I reread it, it get ever better! I love this author!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ESNCGIVKGS9R?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it even better then the movie<br/>Can't wait to read the next one. I will deft. Read it again.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SUQLZUEJTDFK?ASIN=0439023521	The Best	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am already excited for what's to come! Can't wait to read and watch how the hunger games plays out!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11VV4STKAUOWU?ASIN=0439023521	awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely loved it. Worth reading before you watch the movie. Good for ages 13 &amp; up in my opinion.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GD5Q2VFKMSVB?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">An amazing book with its great detail and plot I hope they are all as good. one of my favorite books.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2C1D634F69IYG?ASIN=0439023521	amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">With this book I have all the books in this really cool series I hope you read it before I Bought it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1V8T0QGL5M3TM?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a must read. It made me not want to put it down. It was absolutely amazing. Wanting more!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2J8RV2P6GJGXY?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful Read!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The movie was great! So I had  to read the book and was pleasantly surprised as go good the book was!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XGNFABPKHRND?ASIN=0439023521	Very addicting..	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put it down! And free with the lending library. I'm glad there is really good books in it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1I21DHVEBM5YR?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love the book it is the best book I've ever readings so exhilarating and intense . THE HUNGER GAMES</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35EUW2XIZS307?ASIN=0439023521	BEST BOOK EVER!!!!!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book and recommend it to all my friends and family "" May the odds be ever in your favor""</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPDXOT32MI1LD?ASIN=0439023521	Entertaining	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Pretty good. Quick easy read. Could use a map to make the districts stand out more. I liked it though</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23CQB0ROIFQ07?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games Review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very good!  Enjoyed it very much! Looking forward to the next book! I Can't wait to see what is next.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTMK4QIMC3NEI?ASIN=0439023521	Wow	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was not ready for that. You can't be. But, you will never want to stop reading this book. Flawless.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQUOMP4FXHFCF?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Such a good book, I couldn't put it down. On to the next, in the series. Much better than I expected.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14J8D2718Y9SA?ASIN=0439023521	exciting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Did not see the movies but read all three books could not put them down until I had read all of them.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VM1E4DR5OXF7?ASIN=0439023521	Looooved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it! SO so worth reading!!<br/>If you have a kindle you'll like even more, so easy to read!! Xo</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Z91XDZJ7UBNC?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was exciting and absolutely t he best book in . The w world everyone should read it really amazing</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28LFTRPX242X?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a phenomenal book!! I absolutely loved it ... I can't wait to finish the rest of the series!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1EDYMRGS96RQF?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was much better than the movie very awesome indeed. Can't wait to read book two and three :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XPKUR8ZW3VTH?ASIN=0439023521	Best book I've read in a while	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I would recommend this book to anyone who likes to read. It's the best book I've read in a long time.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1F55VSLINVRFQ?ASIN=0439023521	Interesting premise	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well written and easily read. Makes you want to read the next book in the series as soon as possible!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22S079T6BX6W0?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the best book I have ever read and team Peeta!!! Plus I think Katniss is so awesome and cool!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16OTA8BOL2QD?ASIN=0439023521	1st Book-Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The first book and the second book are great... the third book pissed me off. But I still read it. :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HV5K687J9WH0?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the book and found it hard to put down. My entire family has read the trilogy and loved them.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KS5YDDTBZ5AO?ASIN=0439023521	Great book, but...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not put this book down.  If you can get over the kids killing kids bit, this is a great read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RA3C51C6V7P3P?ASIN=0439023521	Could NOT put this down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Really, a page turner from start to finish.  Although for a younger reader, I could not put it down !</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16JLGRPUAGUQ8?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the best book I have read in a long time. I can't wait to read the second book in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2916H1UUN1OGP?ASIN=0439023521	Book purchase review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Book arrived quickly and in good condition, just as described. Would purchase from this seller again.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2X15B5C2EDU3J?ASIN=0439023521	One of the Best Books Ever!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book! It was so exciting, so intense. It wasn't too disgusting at all, despite what others have said. However, parents, if you have younger children, you may want to read it first just to make sure. i don't find anything wrong with it, but better be safe than sorry.<br/>I devoured the first book and instantly ordered the second and I recommend it to everyone!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Z63NW1FH81RB?ASIN=0439023521	Highly recommended !	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book blew the movie out of the water!  Keeps you on the edge of your seat around every corner !</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3O8AHD2DMXJIT?ASIN=0439023521	love love love. I own the whole series. I love all her books. she is a great author. One of my favs.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">love love love. I own the whole series. I love all her books. she is a great author. One of my favs.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FOAHSK9M5Q7?ASIN=0439023521	ITS TOTALLY WORTHY OF THE MONEY YOU PAY	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">IT WAS GREAT ENJOY IT AND MAY THE ODDS BE EVER IN YOUR FAVOR YOU SHOULD DEFINITELY BUY IT DEFINITELY</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPVGYSEID3WVP?ASIN=0439023521	Page Turning	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read instead of being glued to the TV. Can't wait to stArt the second book. Good for all ages.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BVOLOKESGNQO?ASIN=0439023521	what a wonderful book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So awesome I love this book and can't wait to read the next one. This author is so amazing. Loved it</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLEW6YCXOTC7T?ASIN=0439023521	awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a fantastic book that only led me to read the rest of the series. Read This Book!!! Awesome</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2EQOKQ5MJ4TIL?ASIN=0439023521	Good Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Enjoyed the book, read the next two in the series as well. May read other books by the author Susan.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OZ77U2EEY4VM?ASIN=0439023521	Enjoyed reading this book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked the complexity of the book that was missing in the film. I felt like a kid again reading it.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DZD2QB3TNWPO?ASIN=0439023521	Really good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I just now got to reading this book and I recommend reading it it is really good and worth your time</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10C794UPTEH59?ASIN=0439023521	love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this will be one of the best<br/>all three books<br/>But this is the best one written of the three</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14K77DPIG6AUD?ASIN=0439023521	intense read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I Couldn't put this exciting book down!  Now I Can't wait to read the next two books in the trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16G817KU4QH2?ASIN=0439023521	excellent read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Kept me wanting to come back to the book every day...I read it fast!  Book two should be a good one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23FTSP8QSGY2D?ASIN=0439023521	I like this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book deserves a lot more than a 5.If you like books with action and drama this book is for you.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HMZQLK0TDHX9?ASIN=0439023521	Wow wow wow	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is so amazing! I am so anxious for the next book! I highly recommend this book for ages 8+</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KXE01QCYQJJ3?ASIN=0439023521	Highly Recommend	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Purchased this as a gift for my 12 year old daughter.  She LOVES this book. She read it only 2 days!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QPQIMR94S4D9?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely love this book! I love it more than the movie. This was one of the best purchases  made</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2P5ETN0QHX6I?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought his might be too adolescent but really enjoyed it.  I Can't wait to read the next 2 books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFAE981AGMCZ8?ASIN=0439023521	Just a fun book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">fun read i bought it on the kindle for 5 bucks and it was worth every penny different than the movie</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HX0K743JK4C0?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the movie but of course the book is always better.  This book drawer me in and would let go.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23Q54A10Q5XVM?ASIN=0439023521	An adventurous getaway	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Once you pick it up, it will be impossible to put down! Can't wait to read the next! Enjoy everyone!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROON5Y5DK4I1W?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Its greatand i love it so ya and its very adventurous and what not so its great..... my sis lkkes it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2REH7DXK74892?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Enjoying the book. Can't wait to read the secound  one. One of the best books I have read in awhile.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GFS2Y4EXH3V9?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really liked the book. It had all the elements of a good book. Can't wait to read the second book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RDD23B58EP3X?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put it down! Can't wait to read the next book! I looked forward to each new chapter. Wow!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LB1TUUH2161J?ASIN=0439023521	best book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">best book I ever read ... it's even better than the movie ... more details on the events in the book</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NPVGUPKK7KJL?ASIN=0439023521	I see what all the fuss is about	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Can't wait to read what happens next! I love that this book is more than what I thought it would be!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1W7HA1M42RSNX?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome! I did not want to put it down once I started reading. I can't wait to read the other books!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DZF0B1VWU0TT?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is one of the best books I've ever read! I really like the blood bath at the beginning awesome!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GY0DYPTJSIY3?ASIN=0439023521	Great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved every minute of this book. It is Action packed and great story! I can't wait to start book 2!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2B5CYD6AF0MZW?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book this is about the 3rd time I've read it and it is gets better and better every time</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KJUL6CC5IY1N?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the characters in this book I loved the suspense the action Did not want this book to end!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3Q5IEP4KA730M?ASIN=0439023521	Love	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Can't wait to read the next book. I know I won't be able to put it down either!!!! Let's get started</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BS2R68K52O3X?ASIN=0439023521	Good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The best book i read in a long time. Im looking foward to reading mocking jay and catchind fire :+()</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CGHUUFT6L8RY?ASIN=0439023521	My favorite book ever!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I hope there would be more books in the series!! Whenever I read this I get hungry for Capitol food.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WL25QTVSXQRA?ASIN=0439023521	True page turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved it! Captivated me from the first page til the last page. Very well written and a great plot!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GFZ8E4Q2YWJU?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The series sucks you in and keeps you wanting more until the very end! Each book is an awesome read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VHM2ABNFVPOT?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best book ever<br/>It was really really good<br/>Hope to read the other ones too and I know I will</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7KI94KRXGL6H?ASIN=0439023521	The series I've been waiting for ...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've been looking for a new book series for months!  I can't believe I waited this long to read this</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NBM83GGJODP7?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a fabulous book. I could  not put it down! I can't wait to start the next book in the series.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3B37E00R094YP?ASIN=0439023521	Easy read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie first,  the books Better. I will read the other two then get back to my non fiction.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VE6D7TFYAAAN?ASIN=0439023521	Grat read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing read!  It was hard to put this one Dow.  I really recommend this one to all ages and groups.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HIZPT5NKNHNK?ASIN=0439023521	best read book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i do not normally read books like this but i loved it i am on the second book now it is a must read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1A3SJH58PT0DN?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a Great book and an easy read. I like to keep up with what the younger generation is reading.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RR8TIKKMB4WAR?ASIN=0439023521	The Hungry Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very spell binding that I had to get the other two and couldn't put them down either.  A great read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRTEHDE69PCNR?ASIN=0439023521	Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good book. I am glad i was able to read the book before looking at the movie and it was very helpful</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2R5YK4ALAXOMD?ASIN=0439023521	Loved this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read the book after seeing the movie. The book is fabulous, I cannot wait to read the second book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DA3K08JNPKF9?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">the book is engaging. It is a combination of  running man and others of that genre like enders game.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19GT2LKXQD87?ASIN=0439023521	Yes!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have to say that I absolutely LOVED this book and the series as a whole. I could not put it down. I lost sleep trying to fing out what was going to happen next. As an adult, I enjoyed this and the rest of my adult co-workers are all into it as well. I have not heard one person give a bad review. If you are into a good read that will leave you wanting more, this is it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30ETPMBG2477Y?ASIN=0439023521	Two Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Teenage fantasy with unreal situations that. Kids might expect to be normal (I taught secondary ed)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UVV9OPK1ER2K?ASIN=0439023521	hi	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I like it it's cool and I have read it a million times already anyways so ya idk why I'm doing this</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FG2HPCLRRPIJ?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked it because it made more sense than the movie plus it also told me what katniss was feeling.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OLLLGO3Z99S6?ASIN=0439023521	love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book I can't wait to read the second book today also it is creating a unsure love story</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HO81BAMAUMAX?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read! I would say read it to any one who wants to. A really easy read too. Hope you in joy it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3H7950TN31XAR?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins is an AMAZING author! She made me feel like I was right in the arena! I loved it!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3R6BVCUCR5TP5?ASIN=0439023521	Fsbulous	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Watched the movie, Dr used to give the book a try. Couldn't put it down. A must read in my opinion.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XEBUJDMR1Q5Q?ASIN=0439023521	Best one of the series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As usual, the first book of any series is always the best!  This seems to go for the movie as well.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BFARPLMSDP71?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book, lots of stuff, goes really fast, wish I did not end because of the stuff that they did.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SFGHIAAZB5KA?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">loved the book.  It was hard to put down. Can't wait to read book 2 and 3. I hope they are as good!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SJ5VXZLZY0JJ?ASIN=0439023521	excellent !!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this story as much the second time as I did the first! And this kindle edition is great :-)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZIZK05ZBTVNJ?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book, but I loved the movie even more! The book went in to more detail than the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVIGTZSBOZ4FR?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is a great book. I just wish Katniss would fall for Petta in this book. I love this book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PZZAJ50SG1GS?ASIN=0439023521	amazing.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Such a good book!  Can't wait to see catching fire this weekend! One of the best reads in a while!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32A71TMGF829X?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a good book I loved it but I was sad when it was over I even cried! U have to read this book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1739324EZU24K?ASIN=0439023521	good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good book recommend to anyone looking to read a good book and now I'm trying to make it to 18 words</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32NLGHROFWMM6?ASIN=0439023521	good good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Not a bad read. I would recommend it to anyone looking for a goof story, and an easy one to follow.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2K147OXQKKRSO?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's a long book but its worth it. If you haven't read the hunger games yet read it I recommend it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FR8T8XWDXBJQ?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I never lost interest.  I was drawn in from the beginning all the way through the arena to the end.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NGV7HOU9CFRV?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I think I read this entire book in two days. I couldn't put it down. I can't wait to read the rest!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UYQ2YTNGR0OP?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A little boring for the first chapter but after that it turned into the best book I have ever read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R181IELEUU0TJO?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved it<br/><br/>The hunger games is the best book ever it took a while butt that's ok so cool</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FRXDR8LXNJ7Q?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book, can't wait to read the next one. Defe antly a Suzanne Collins fan now and forever</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TU3IGH9Q31RP?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great story line and a lot of action katniss is a awesome character and a great romantic feel to it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QANMVDQBXHO7?ASIN=0439023521	One of the best I've ever read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's absolutely one of the best books I've EVER read! And that's a lot! Thank you for a great read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RAGDEI0HZB75M?ASIN=0439023521	Lovely	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So exciting and thrilling kept me on my seat waiting for the next chapter and the next and the next</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R192CI7AIA6YIA?ASIN=0439023521	Best series in the world	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book and the rest of them, i wish they would continue, but every good thing has to end.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZOXGQYH2KD90?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book is way better than the movie. I know it is time to get the other books LOL can't wait!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9VW3Z3PWFVZT?ASIN=0439023521	Great!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a great read! Love the story, can't wait to read the second book... what more can I write?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1U5PB37BA1PDN?ASIN=0439023521	Love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie first before reading and i love the book more i cant wait to start on the next book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R84ML7J51W7D5?ASIN=0439023521	Awe	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was awesome I never would have thought that it would be this good I mean that was amazing</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZCG4IKPQ2JLD?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I personally think it is an amazing book and that the next will be even better! That is my opinion.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3A4E83ZV7GKSJ?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I rate this a 5 star book because i love reading and I love it! I like action so I choose this book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2EIDUDUSNI15B?ASIN=0439023521	Fun Adventure	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was so much fun to read.  I hope I get to read the next two books in the series some day!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3E6AXH0A4BMLQ?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put it down! I definitely recommend this book to any one. I can't wait to read the rest.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10EMY1C0G4ETZ?ASIN=0439023521	GOOD BOOK	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Better than the movie. I can hardly wait for the following novel.  I will be on the lookout for it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R95CBCUJFHMU5?ASIN=0439023521	This amazing book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So much detail than the movie! A lot of action which I love! I am very eager to read the next book!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27S2NEWTFDOSA?ASIN=0439023521	Best book this year!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a great book!  I couldn't put it down, once I started! Now I really want to see the movie!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OVE4MT66DBMC?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book had romance and a little action and some other stuff which that's what mad it a good book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19Y1T1N8C1TJA?ASIN=0439023521	Book One	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very good book and I am glad I bought all three at once so I could just keep reading until the end.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2F2GOB30RBCSB?ASIN=0439023521	damn good books!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this set was great! I enjoyed the ease of ordering this item on my kindle and look forward to more.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25TQFMUOVOH9R?ASIN=0439023521	This book is on fire!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Nothing else needs to be said.  I've said all that has to be said.  The book is absolutely on fire.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NFOTBDUN1ZYW?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have read this book 3 times and j loved it every time its heart warming and a great romance story</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JQUWS1L13MRP?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great book. I never wanted to put it down. I am looking forward to reading the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1V8HS75MYWMXY?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">REad the book and now need to see the movie. It is interesting story line and anxious to read soon.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ES000OEGGK1W?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My son talked me in to reading The Hunger Games and I loved it.  Can't wait to read the next one...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30PII406NWDTN?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read the trilogy in less than a week! Such a fast read, I couldn't put it down. Its a great story</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RG2GU91A5CAZD?ASIN=0439023521	Top Overall Favorite!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have nothing to say about this book. All I can write is that if you haven't read it, READ IT!! :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SPSHCLB4DRPS?ASIN=0439023521	Great!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very good book. I was hooked by page 10 and have read all the books. I would recommend to everyone!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RWP8RUJB77SM?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!!! Highly Reccommened!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book!! I couldn't put it down. Very well written and has good flow. Never a dull page!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PXGM4IBC46MG?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">LOVE it. Great to listen to while on long trips and cleaning.  Cheaper than at big chain bookstore.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DAPEZNGBOWBU?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the first book in a long time that I couldn't put down. That's really all you need to know.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WOFI9CYQNXSX?ASIN=0439023521	A Great Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is both first person, and present tense. It has a very unique story line and is almost impossible to put down. It is very well written and very well laid out. But, a warning to young readers. This trilogy is very violent and dark. I would recomend it for thirteen year's and older. Despite the violence and dark plot, I loved it. Definently worth your time.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20BRKINSWV9SG?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Enjoyed the book.  It was a fun easy read which did not take a lot of thought.  It is recommended.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1060RY13BOGW1?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger. Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">An excellent book. I will always be grateful to the girl who suggested that I read it. Buy it now.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21LXMO8TQKCAU?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book it is AWESOME<br/>You should read it love it<br/>Get this book you will love it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWMX01TOPDC5F?ASIN=0439023521	great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very gd book. I saw da movie first n decided to read da books and i wasnt disappointed. Great book</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Q57U8C7IO0U8?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best book I have read in a long time. I could not put the book down.  About to start the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PZFPJ4BYTEWN?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's a very good book for all people and it never gets old and it's actioned packed threw the book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIVG1BZEEZ9KA?ASIN=0439023521	Fun read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've read the book and seen the movie. Both are very well done. You will see why they are popular.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2K20MU7S6SJME?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book it is soo great she's an amazing author hope to read it again and again and again</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19E9XAJPNXO6V?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The is the best book I have ever read. CAN'T WAIT TO READ THE SECOND AND THIRD<br/>GET THIS BOOK!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPGDPBZT781ZG?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow it lives up to all the hype!!! I couldn't put it down!! I am reading the sequel now. Love it!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MBETLC7KUT2W?ASIN=0439023521	:)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's an interesting book I dobt really read but cant put my Kindle down that is how awesome it is!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VBEZVVQNT8IM?ASIN=0439023521	good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Quick good read for a plane ride. Or a weekend by the swimming pool. Reading the next two as well.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BJJ38ZX2BRRY?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put it down. It is really  exciting. I can not wait to read the next book catching fire</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IO6FLJAPTC98?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love love it amazing can't wait to read the rest and see the movies beat book I've read in a while</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJZD4L0NL5I2?ASIN=0439023521	Moving	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fast paced and easy to follow you can see the landscape even though I have not seen the movie yet.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3ERVKKPRTM17F?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put the  book down. I was hooked from start to finish. Can't wait to read the next one.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IABA9ZSQLJLC?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely loved it . Beginning to end . I have to read the next book before the movie comes out</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1G3DBQMDFXWH6?ASIN=0439023521	Ok	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was ok I thought it needs explosions to make it great in my opinion. That is all I have to say.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37329P203VGJH?ASIN=0439023521	a great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is great to book to while you have some down time.  I would it this again and again. Love it.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJF7NN64G0BJA?ASIN=0439023521	Very good read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Kept me hooked right to the end, even though I had already seen the movie.  Not just a kid's book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QLM70BZOJSST?ASIN=0439023521	love	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Absolutely loved every minute of this book! I could not even put it down. Had it read in two days!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RECE324JQUA01?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing Story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is a amazing story. Very detailed and has a great storyline. I can't wait to read the next one!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27QR7ZCXOO9ND?ASIN=0439023521	great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really like this book! It is very good. I hope that the author writes more books in this series!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DEMSUYEGISDD?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best book better than the movie if you haven't read it then do because it's the best! OMG! Read it</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQ84CQFDAZZFN?ASIN=0439023521	Fabulous	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My daughter wouldn't let me see the movie until I read the book; so glad I did.  Totally worth it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29FLSB1CCB11H?ASIN=0439023521	Is sjdbejdb	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was the BEST book I have ever read and I am sooooo glad that there is two more to read!!!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZZ43L9093IFO?ASIN=0439023521	4	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a great book you should  read it Suzanne Collins is a great book author just read it please</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R273NP8X3B0ACE?ASIN=0439023521	Great movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a really good make you think movie. I read all the books and can't wait for the 2nd movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38H5SV3M8FGZD?ASIN=0439023521	Way better than the movie!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved every detail that made the movie so forgettable to me. I can't wait to read the next book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R86NWE5PIRJM?ASIN=0439023521	Good idea but not perfect	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The concept behind the plot was cleaver, but the focus tends to drift too much to the love story .</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UPQRPK7G4VMR?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was awesome it was suspenseful I could not stop reading it . This book is great for ages 10-100</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2X5DCOSCLBZWW?ASIN=0439023521	Awesomeness	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is great and I recommend it to others. It is so awesome, it's awesome. It is so awesome.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28HY81ZL8XP86?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoy e d reading this book and am looking f forward to starting t he next one<br/>Soon!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXH45BSMH5APC?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book with a lot of drama I recommend it too every one I already started the next book. ENJOY</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKI6BSICAMMT8?ASIN=0439023521	Very good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Took me until the halfway point to like the book, but once I got there I was hooked. Great series!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XXSD58WJXZKK?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of the best book I've read in a long time; you cannot go wrong with this title! Happy reading.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROGV6QDRNMYXZ?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the block and I want to read part 2 as well but it was a good book and I want to read more</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12A52WHFJ02IW?ASIN=0439023521	Best book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was good<br/>And it was just like the movie but some stuff was missing but there a good couple</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZTRCCOIKHO7D?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games was a fast read. It was better than the movie! I'm excited to read the next book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQCAESVWHEG67?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this book, and cannot wait to see the movie and read the other two in the series!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9ZTWP0W7JJBJ?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is a very good book! Kindle is awesome! I love how I could read this on my phone!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DPYB8NUKT3W7?ASIN=0439023521	amazing book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I read this book I could not put it down and when I finished I was obsessed I love this book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NQTCU97K1FS4?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was unsure if this book was good at first, but once I started, I could not stop. Wonderful book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29OPWERI673EU?ASIN=0439023521	Three Words: W-O-W	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I started the book, I got sucked in and I couldn't put it down. I highly recommend this book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMVR2A8SVVOGY?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't put this book down- read all 3 in the series in less than a week.  Highly recommend it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3P6QRKMPE7Q6H?ASIN=0439023521	Riveting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I found the synopsis off-putting, however I am glad I chose to read this novel, it was incredible.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RM9P0ULHK71HU?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this story. The characters were so likable. Couldn't put it down. Great story of triumph!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTZR7UDAV9255?ASIN=0439023521	Brilliant!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wasted my Saturday reading this book, but it was worth every minute. ""The Hunger Games"" is epic.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17S8H773EQ7N2?ASIN=0439023521	best book/movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't read the book but i did see the movie and it was really good and it shows you life lessons responsibilitys and most important what will happen if we don't take care of<br/>the world better. Anyways this book is about a girl named kattness and she was chosen for the the hunger games which is one boy and one girl from each district who fight for there life</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DO2K95HJHM0S?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After seeing the trailer for the movie coming out in the spring of 2012, I thought I would read the book. It was so good! I couldn't put it down. I'm ready to start the second in the trilogy today! The author makes you feel like you are there. It's a very visual book, but not gorey. I have other friends who told me this was a good book, and they were not wrong!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38MSEO8F8A0W3?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love the book.  I think that I teared up a couple of times.  I need the next book. I loved  it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15Q8S6HX73I2C?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The best book I've ever read it has every thing I though it would have I might see the movie soon</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25QEVDIFAE3GX?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had a hard time putting it down when I needed to.  I would recommend it to everyone. great read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ITR2P4MKLAK5?ASIN=0439023521	Good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book and it is very interesting and also quite easy to get lost in the action if the arena.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R47H00XPYBC5C?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's so intense and detailed it brings it to life I hate reading but I love the hunger games book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FF19MWD0YR3L?ASIN=0439023521	great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love to read this book again and again. It's a read that engages the mind. It is a page-turner.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TK3Z12I45DLD?ASIN=0439023521	gory but good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is exciting -- makes me want to read more.  I'm anxious to get the next in the series to rent.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6MMLANGRKEKN?ASIN=0439023521	Great book and movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">the book is very popular so not much I can say that hasn't been but just a great trilogy of books</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RLRJQNUCRLSI?ASIN=0439023521	Super intense	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I would not recommend this book to children under 13 years of age. But I'm only 10 and I loved it</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SZHQG1JISOZ2?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book was awesome and so cool everyone has to read this book and the rest of the world has to</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34WATR85A2N06?ASIN=0439023521	Yeah	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is one of the best books :) !!<br/>I think more people should read it. It's so awesome yeah</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3L510QKUZJYYE?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever quick read for me well time for book two	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">For kids it's a short read well ... for kids should like to read slot of good books read book two</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Y73ALHEEFQ7C?ASIN=0439023521	great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the movie and the book was even better.  Can't wait to read the next one.  Should be fun.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1U2YRRG92MG5O?ASIN=0439023521	good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Go read this book right now person lol holo pokemon! It's really good take my word for it bro lol</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BQ7B84K36BP9?ASIN=0439023521	winner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I never read books over and over this one I do!!! Great book the whole series is. Love love love.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RP1L7I25Q4MU7?ASIN=0439023521	great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My lady enjoyed it take it anywhere digital nice she's a big fan wanted the book bus was sold out</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QGQNLWBHL8H?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book sucks you in and I couldn't stop reading! Loved it! Can not wait to start the next one!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1F8G5IC0G6PT9?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked the book<br/>It was very interesting as I was sad and scared at the same time I loved it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RO1S7Q2IEVIMO?ASIN=0439023521	Phenomenal	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was great! I never wanted to put it down! Read it in Two days. Well done Suzanne Collins</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UPECHNKPNLME?ASIN=0439023521	Very well written	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">For most in the novel and that's all I look for when reading. I recommend to readers of all ages.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3ISD0QKSIALNP?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read it in less that 2 days and the detail was great. This book was for a summer reading project.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2K3306SLBQFAE?ASIN=0439023521	check	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a really great movie. It was sad but I really enjoyed it. Great movie all the way around</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26S9YRJL22QXW?ASIN=0439023521	Plot	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was a fast read, I just felt the plot was a bit stale, and could of been more elaborate.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19VN1PZP7Q2FE?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love the story, love the message, hate that the movie can't show it as brutal as it should be  (:</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BHXEODAAE9DR?ASIN=0439023521	Very Good Book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have read the series of books and liked all of them.  I am looking forward to the second movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2R4Z2OIRAN2BR?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is so nerve racking and it leaves you wanting to read more. This is the best book ever.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RATX93FCIZ6F2?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love it read it it's TOTALY completely amazing im kind of too lazy to write a real review :) YOLO</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KY1FVSTHS11Q?ASIN=0439023521	Riveting!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Could not put my Kindle down until I was done! Ready to read the next two! This was a great read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LB107PVD1NVY?ASIN=0439023521	Very Happy with this Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a gift to my husband. and he said it was a very good book. He is reading the sequel now.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTXKIDGSNZ80F?ASIN=0439023521	The best book ive ever read!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I did every thing i could not to put it down! Totally five stars, or more like 10. Best book ever</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R213JF21NBKUK3?ASIN=0439023521	On fire!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is one I will never forget! A must read for all ages! The girl and the book on fire! :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BQ7KXC5237HP?ASIN=0439023521	So much more than I expected	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have heard bits ans pieces of the plot but I never expected it to be this good! Brilliant book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RC6BB7HI75BN?ASIN=0439023521	AWESOME	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Saw the movie first. The book is MUCH better. Ready for the next one, and the one after that too.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IYE7JJ9BEIDE?ASIN=0439023521	GREAT!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was very interesting couldn't put the book down. I can not wait to read all of the other books</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3O4STIEH7K8WP?ASIN=0439023521	Wow!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've never seen the movie yet but after reading this I'm going to just too see how close they get</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3T7YH6V51KOUX?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games (Kindle)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">AWESOME!!! I could not put down all three of the books while I was away on vacation. A must read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39UDA42GYV8L5?ASIN=0439023521	A great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I found this book hard to put down! I havent read a sci-fi book for ages and I really enjoyed it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1K3VHRROJMHQK?ASIN=0439023521	Good buy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was fast and easy to download. I will continue to buy books off of here to be used on my iPad.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35T65U01ZE1D1?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book.  I can't wait to read the rest is the series.  I would recommend it to anyone!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PY0Q9GQPUA7F?ASIN=0439023521	Brilliant!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A must read! I was unable to put it down. Can't wait to read the next in this captivating series!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OICMPRUPJ69F?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is one of my absolute favorites. It pulls you along and you fall in love with the story</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RM4RHUWTYBAVU?ASIN=0439023521	An amazing read for any age!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I think anyone with a love for good reads will be hooked after this book! I couldn't put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17DTNZ2XK84UB?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a great book- I couldn't stop reading it! When will the second book come out for Kindle?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJ4BHOFUWF7JD?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Lost an entire day to this book.... totally worth it!  Recommended by my<br/>6th grade students too!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWVC3JLXKUT70?ASIN=0439023521	I loved this book and connected with the characters!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was such an interesting story of a brave young women!  I can't wait to read the other book!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35OWW75VCIO5?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Just want others to know that I am 61 years old and really enjoyed the suspense the book offered.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7WYYF1UR8PDK?ASIN=0439023521	Not for me but not bad!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Let me start with the fact that my teenage daughter absolutely loved this book and begged me to read it for quite awhile.  I finally relented and while I see why she loved it, being a young teen and could never escape the fact that the book was geared towards younger readers despite the body count.  So I will just say that teens will love this and I did not.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12PYD1DNX0C09?ASIN=0439023521	Best book I've read in a while	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Ever since Harry Potter ended, I've been looking for the next great series of books. This may be it. Once I started reading, I literally couldn't put it down. While the premise may not be original, the story is very well told. I haven't felt so connected to a character as I did to Katniss Everdeen in a long time. I can't wait to read the rest of the series.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3J1G27NN0HTWV?ASIN=0439023521	Three Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read it before giving it to my grandson. Not my usual type of book, but interesting nonetheless.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NH5ZP336SJ33?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I read the hunger games I really liked it very much and I really think you should read this</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MAHHA2NHTMIZ?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't know what it is exactly about the authors style, but I didn't want to put the book down.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2EJZX3KFDRMDL?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a great read for all ages! I cant wait to read the last two books and watch the movies!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3N21RU68NT8DQ?ASIN=0439023521	Outstanding	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am not much of a reader but this was great. it pulled me in abd kept me guessing. OUTSTANDING!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VC4FRDR86CBP?ASIN=0439023521	awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Way better than the movie - definitely a good read :) and great series not just for kids lol yay</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1EM0EQE148QMX?ASIN=0439023521	gift	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Gift for grand daughter to read on bus trip last summer. She loved it and we loved the move too.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15T5JR61RO1QD?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I would read it if I were u:)<br/>I love Katness and Rue!  It's very sad when rue dies. Read it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14U7RSOQICPW9?ASIN=0439023521	Highlander for kids	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">In the end, there can be only one. An old story given a twist for younger readers. I enjoyed it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1K8WXHEZWML1B?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Saw the movie first and loved it so I had to read the book. Amazing! Even better than the movie!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIIP21PWQEM5?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger gAmes	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book it is much better than the movie. I am excited t o read the next one in this trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20GQP51SN9Z1?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book it was amazing it was sad when rue died though I thought this book was amazing</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2F5UW3KHFN61M?ASIN=0439023521	My new favorite book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is my new favorite book and if you want an awesome book to read you need to read this book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RYHRFRKGQQES?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read the heading<br/>It is one of my new favorite books, it has a great story and it flows well</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJI67V9G2G68H?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The hunger games was a great book. This book I'd by far will always be one of my favourite books</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1J69PGCQ72N2S?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is awesome and a tragic love story and I can't wait to read the second and third books</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RBUFRRTMBU7D?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was great!I couldn't put it down, I read it in a day..can't wait to read the next two.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BTC5WY5LHOPK?ASIN=0439023521	it was great book would i recommend it to everyone	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i really liked the book it was better than the movie cant wait to read the second and third book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BYLLC9DW0X61?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome book!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was just as good as the movie was. I can't wait to read the rest in this series of books!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIAVBJQU5WH7C?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was on the edge of my seat the entire time I was reading it. Definitely reading the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZL2U5ZL85AX?ASIN=0439023521	this was an amazing book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was wonderful. I laugh , I cried . It was on of the most amazing books I have ever read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1F93PQJMLS671?ASIN=0439023521	The best book existing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was dramatic but so sweet and filled with love I got my moneys worth no doubt about it at all</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35LO3L1V63BFU?ASIN=0439023521	Cool	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the hunger games give it a try people then you will see how awesome it really is. Do it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZKF3BVQ64LID?ASIN=0439023521	Blake's request on the book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is won of the best books I had ever read in my life. Asome next book can't wait to read it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQBZTEKY6QVUW?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book it was a true adventure and bet the others will be better gonna read those to!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IUT5ZE9TTDPZ?ASIN=0439023521	Incredible	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've read this book before and it's amazing every time I read it. This is a great book. LOVE IT!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2J3LJI0ZRFYUY?ASIN=0439023521	Best book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome book I loved it . I was just blown away . It is a bit different from the movie although.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGJDCOAY852UQ?ASIN=0439023521	Omg amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was so epic but sad and a lot of romance I recommend that everyone reads it because it rocks.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UE7LE8JZJ53R?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I watched the movie first, and I was imporessed how much the book is like the movie. I loved it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LEG9TL5YE8M?ASIN=0439023521	Very entertaining.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed reading this book.  I like books to keep me wanting more and this story did it for me.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ADURHENS3TK4?ASIN=0439023521	Greatest book ever!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the book can't wait to read the next one! The movie is great as well! Love love love :-)</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2N7F76BPHVY9K?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was such a Great book. I'm so anxious and Ready to start the next one in this amazing series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36A8UHCMHYKUR?ASIN=0439023521	I loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put it down!  Can't wait to read the other 2 books.  A real page turner.  I loved it.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FASQWFFLQNOV?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved this book so much. I read it much later than everyone else, but I couldn't put it down. &lt;3</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2F1VPEWUDQZHV?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the second time  i have read this book and i could not take my head out of it! Amazing!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2AVS9QQ6FSKRF?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved this book. I have a hard time getting into books and this one sucked me right in. Love it!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZIU5ZP9Z3ZWS?ASIN=0439023521	Excellen	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book!! It was a good love and suspense book. She is a great author. Good job Suzanne</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UTSR2A33RS8F?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book. It was very exciting and suspenseful. My girls enjoyed it a I read it to them.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PHXHPDY95238?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love it its great, I've read all 3 books and cannot wait for the rest of the movies to come out!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVD1G5H43WYEV?ASIN=0439023521	awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">it was the best book i have ever read and it was the most exciting book ever is what i think! :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2R1RNEWQ3VENY?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">very good a real page turner.... did not see movie yet can;t wait to get into the next in series</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPV17W4TVVA4N?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Finished the book in about a 12 hour period over the span of 2 days. That should be enough said.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HYZR2E6V5FG8?ASIN=0439023521	One of the BEST books I have ever read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">There is no way I can say enough wonderful things about this book!  I LOVE IT LOVE IT LOVE IT!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KJD2D0Y0OE33?ASIN=0439023521	Surprisingly good!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Given some of the reviews I was surprised to find myself liking the book.  I'm not a teenager either.  The subject matter was terrifying but not explicitly descriptive enough to put me off.  I hate violence for the sake of violence but this seems to have a purpose.  It is the kind of book that haunts the reader.  There are so many reviews I won't say more.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35KZ1U8Z2YEM6?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is an Easy and captivating read. I would recommend it to any and all ages. Buy it now</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RASNHGHPMG76L?ASIN=0439023521	best book ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Oh my gosh so immersing I can't stop reading.... it's such a great book I have it for stars lol</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HR3RH4GT9HC1?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book and know I'll like the other. Can't wait to finish them so I know what happens</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JNKG7VRIKTD0?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's just a really good book.Lots of action you will love it can not wait until book two by eli</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10U31N12VC1SQ?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I give  a five rating.  This book was so good I couldn't put it down.<br/>I want to read more.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBMQZB9JJXYHG?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book is a great, easy read for readers.  I couldn't put it down and read it in a few days!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7E6LTO7VKWB9?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the book!  It wad a much better than the movie.  I can't wait read the other two books!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JGXAD3I1U9HN?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love this book, the way it sucks you in and leaves you want more!!!!  I can't wait for the next</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGM55Y3NE2L7D?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Haven't had to write a book review since college and I don't want to write one now in the least</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IPOLINYPUR58?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved it and usually I'm picky when it comes to books. I have no words it's just that amazing</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CCQ9C7PDK6C5?ASIN=0439023521	page turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Never thought it would end that way in the arena. My 10 year old son was right - I did love it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQT6MZUCQYONZ?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great story. Not sure if I want to see the movie or not. Definitely need to read the next book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMQTOOPQH7AS5?ASIN=0439023521	Cannot waitto. Read th  next installment	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wanted to read the book before I saw the movie.  I need t know how the story is going to end.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XRM3V6L6IP2A?ASIN=0439023521	awesome book!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">the must definitely read kind of book!! got it as a gift for my boss and he loved it as well :)</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1N1N14JV7N4O7?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie first, but the book is was away better!!! I can't wait to read the second book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2A9SF06WYLDCO?ASIN=0439023521	This is missing my music	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">But the fact is that it will be able to make sure that you can see Roberts said Roberts<br/>Hi</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SR68JZS6F4ZI?ASIN=0439023521	Addictive!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Reading this book was so good, I didn't want to put it down! I can't wait to read the next two!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6CP6OJGPLPR0?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The best book I have ever read and I bet catching fire is even better! Love it! And u will too!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9I2BQ9G7CLF5?ASIN=0439023521	Loving	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved it just like the movie it had passion killing and Love I can't wait for the second book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7D7L6NBH65OM?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved the book a lot more details were left out of the movie. Can't wait to read the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JYHH9O241LP8?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I think that this book is the best book I ever read and I can't wait to read Catching Fire!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AOVJJ1A72TE?ASIN=0439023521	Awsome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best book ever! Have to read I loved it and so will you! It's amazing read this book right now!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQ2YFBZLIRG9?ASIN=0439023521	Now I understand what all the fuss is about!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read it in two days. Can't wait to get to read the rest of the trilogy.  Thanks Amazon Prime.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RL8A8HW665K59?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book, not bad a great read for most ages. I cannot wait to read the next book by Collins.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXTSO09KXQLUZ?ASIN=0439023521	This book is addicting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am hooked on these books now.  I could not put it down and can't wait to finish the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31HGE4QDUPSTU?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A very good book. It had me on the edge of my seat the whole time, artfully written. Well done!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUN1I0VEUQQQC?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't stop reading this book. I had to make myself stop reading and go to bed at night lol</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R126OJ8OGAS1WB?ASIN=0439023521	Good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie before I read this but as always the book is better than the movie  no loved it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RF41T5M93IJWK?ASIN=0439023521	unexpectedly loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is not usually the type of book that I would read but it was great! I couldnt put it down!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23I24QD49TJIO?ASIN=0439023521	Wow!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book! 5/5 I recommend it to anyone who wants a book they won't be able to put down!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JJFE9AZJ3YB6?ASIN=0439023521	Good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It easy to get lost in this book<br/>Hard to put it down once you start reading it. Great book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25V5L5IF5EY5O?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best book ever. It's one of those books you can't seem to put down. I it pulls your attention !</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R324F8ICG0D1FH?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read all 3 on the kindle, good book, ready to see the movie and see how it adds up to the books</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R80CTBJVF4B04?ASIN=0439023521	Love this story.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book, I could not put it down. Read the whole series in 3 days. Cant wait for the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38QSANP5V27ZL?ASIN=0439023521	Best Book EVER!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i thimk that everybody should read this book, catching fire, and mockingjay! (when it comesout)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29JZRTOA1I7I7?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed Hunger Games.  I was leary of this book at first but my son has been wanting to read it so I decided to read it first.  I am glad I did.  The very idea of the ""Hunger Games"" is so disturbing to me.  However, it has a good message and you really feel for the players.  It's not predictable and is unique.  My 15 yr old boy enjoyed it too.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R226NHKKH6X03H?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games Is My Favorite!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is know my favorite book I want to read the 2nd and 3rd book now I want to know more</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31TNGLSHE3HDP?ASIN=0439023521	Happy Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a great read and only helped to bring the movie to life in a fuller and colorful way.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LNS9M6U06NHS?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good story line, and an easy read. I read all 3 books in 5 days. I Highly recommend this book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Z2E6QNN5VVF7?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the film!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read the book after watching the movie and have to say that I'm glad that I did. Great read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35HN480WRC3ZO?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was so fantastic, I finished it in two days! I can't wait to see the movie! It was awesome!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22LMJT0P00HRJ?ASIN=0439023521	It is a great book, it was sad, adventurous, noble book that I recommend to anybody who is interested in reading it.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked that it had a bunch of genres of books going into it and that it was greatly detailed.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R360YX4KICCJIC?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book. I finished it in 3 nights. I can't wait to start the next next 2 following.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1X22IBGQNV5QR?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was awesome it is a great book for young teens This will be one of my FAVORITE books</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R42CAYDGV1ZBI?ASIN=0439023521	it's good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Finished it in an day. In a day. Ignore ignore the talks to see it was dangerous white men and</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUMX1FI7GQPT8?ASIN=0439023521	Saw the movie first...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie first but I still loved the book!!!! I can hardly wait to start the next book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Y4GO8QBPD0WE?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm completely in love wit this book I can not wait to read the next two books I'm so excited!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROKIC9HVD6TGO?ASIN=0439023521	O.M.G	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Omg i read this in less than a day..... thats just crazy good. Amay zzing o m g... read it now</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QGWH157Q5PZI?ASIN=0439023521	Awsome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book you are so awesome. I'm going to tell all my friends about this book. LOVE IT</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2E7C8QIJPERHL?ASIN=0439023521	Epic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a great book i love it<br/><br/>And i think you will like it to . Good book after all</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R114X5K3OEKQLT?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love every little piece of it, there must be a lot more to come<br/>On the other two books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KHF5812VECV9?ASIN=0439023521	Good book and glad I read it before seeing the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good book. Could not put it down. Read it all in one night. Lost too much sleep because of it!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2L3DIXFJ67VNS?ASIN=0439023521	Love it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this book &amp; never was able to put it down. I am excited to read the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PHSO9IXJIO85?ASIN=0439023521	Great book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Saw the movie and felt like I needed to read the book to get the full storyline. A great read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RM1A8TV88DH4O?ASIN=0439023521	Best book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was an amazing book one of the best I've ever read!! I can't wait to read the other books</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSG1HU4XOR9H7?ASIN=0439023521	Omg	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I can wait till the next book. There was a thrill around each turn I loved the story zoo much.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GQ224ZJPV0DO?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games book one	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I chose this rating because this is a great book. I love it this is my second time reading it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QUAMLBZKPUPQ?ASIN=0439023521	BEST BOOK EVER	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the best book i have catching firs and i cant wait to see it in theaters yahoo yeah !!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BNCEDVNFBWGV?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good book.  Love the plot and hope the next book is just as great as this one one thanks again</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3A2TJZWXQH73I?ASIN=0439023521	Gripping	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I<br/>Loved it had to read it all the way through. I haven't read a novel this good in years.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4LJZMJUDH0X4?ASIN=0439023521	great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Didn't think I would like it, but wanted to see what the hype was all about. Now I am hooked:)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RAA5I7XM09L4I?ASIN=0439023521	Read it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wasn't sure how I would feel about this book given the content, but I could not put it down!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3H2786IR9839M?ASIN=0439023521	Simply great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Not much to say, this book was engaging and outstanding to read. I'm starting the sequel now.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11IPJEQI8KU02?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games was a gripping, adrenaline pumping ride of a book.  I couldn't put it down!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3EYEKP6VPY17M?ASIN=0439023521	Why, Carolyn? Why?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I LOVE The Hunger Games. The entire series is fantastic and if you're considering reading it, I highly recommend it. But don't get the audiobooks. I bought the audiobooks for my mom because my sister and I wanted her to read it and we knew she would prefer to listen to it so she could do other things at the same time. All three of us were extremely disappointed. The reader, Carolyn McCormick, does not do any of the characters justice (except Effie, she does narrate Effie well). Her use of tone and inflections are not true to the characters and do not capture the characters' personalities. McCormick's tone throughout the entire book distorts the story.If you are looking to read the Hunger Games, the story is more thrilling and the characters are more likeable when you actually read it as opposed to listen to it. These audiobooks do not do this great story justice.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TM65ND4UNHZ3?ASIN=0439023521	I hate reading....but I read this book in two days	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Seriously...I don't like reading. But I started this book after seeing the trailer to the movie.  I couldn't wait for the movie so I gave it a go. It was awesome! I read the book in two days which is pretty much a record for me. I can't say enough about how cool this was.  Captivating from the first chapter!</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9232Z83IT3Y4?ASIN=0439023521	To read, or not to read...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Just read it. Takes about an hour. It's not a bad book, you know it's going to be predictable going in, so get past that. It does a nice job with setting up locations and the characters are all driven along nicely enough, however some of the plot holes would need a couple of tar-trucks to fill.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R284J0N7B8E2ZC?ASIN=0439023521	Literally Could NOT Put It Down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I cannot believe it.<br/><br/>I just finished reading ""The Hunger Games"".<br/><br/>Might not sound that impressive except I was only a third of the way into the book when I picked it up again at around 6pm.  I literally could not put it down. No dinner, no bathroom break, no water, no nothing!  It's like the past 6 hours (yeah I'm a slower reader) all my body needed was this book. I cannot say I've been this entranced by a book ever, nor can I recall reading a book faster. Now I have to go put something in my stomach before I throw up. =D<br/><br/>p.s. If you haven't read this book yet...READ IT!!!  NOW!!!!!<br/><br/>I'm NOT KIDDING!!!!<br/><br/>Stop reading this post and GO READ THIS BOOK!!!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZUFNKDHLH8Y9?ASIN=0439023521	Katniss is The Prey and The Hunter - Read Her Story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">In a grim future North America, the heroine, Katniss, is both the prey and the hunter in a fight to the death survival contest:  The Hunger Games.  Children from twelve to eighteen are ""reaped"" annually to participate, and when her twelve year old sister, Prim, is chosen, Katniss, sixteen, steps forward and takes her place.  All of this is played out on live television to the delight of the populace, or the despair of those with family in the ""arena"".  The Games are quite a spectacle from the reaping day until the twenty-four contestants are released upon each other. The contest is an extended one, going on for weeks, to maximize the pleasure of the audience.  It is brutal.  Physical prowess, brute strength, intelligence, experience with weapons and locating food are invaluable to the participants.  Alliances are formed and disolved as the games continue.  Ultimately compassion, fairness, and even love play a small but vital part in the lives of those who remain.  This is a thrilling read.  There is not a dull page in it.  Katniss is charming and resourceful.  You must read to discover the outcome.  The only drawback is - this is the first of the trilogy and then you will certainly want the next book, Catching Fire, in your hands at the end of this one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2B26VCVRDUJJY?ASIN=0439023521	My Review for The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I LOVE LOVE LOVE The Hunger Games. After about the first ten pages, I couldn't put the book down. I begged my mom to get me a copy. (Yes, I started reading it in the books section at Target.) After I finished the first book, Catching Fire was a must-have. I finished that and moved onto Mockingjay, which made me cry. Multiple times. (It's a very beautiful book.) After being throughly captivated by the series, I wait eagerly for the movie on March 23rd. I'm anticipating the movie greatly and I'm PRAYIN' that they don't mess this one up. Lionsgate, you mess with Katniss, you mess with me.<br/>And the rest of the world.<br/>I reccomend this series to every person I meet. It's truly amazing how a single person can change the face of literature with three simple books.<br/>Suzanne Collins, you rule.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TQNC648WAQSL?ASIN=0439023521	If you haven't read it...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I picked up hunger games because of the movie coming out.  What I found was a book that I literally could not shut once I opened it.  It is a thrill ride from about chapter two on and leaves you hunting for the second book so you don't have to stop.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYNSFU5B9ZLFA?ASIN=0439023521	Great New Heroine	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is one terrific book! Katniss is not the first female heroine, but she is one of the strongest. Seen thru her eyes and experiences in games set in a future dominated by one powerful state, and many serf states, Katniss both allows you near to her, yet keeps herself far away. This is a girl that doesn't trust, not even at the end.<br/><br/>Katniss is from district 12, a poor mining district, who elects to go to the Hunger Games, and annual battle royale tournament, featuring 12 boys and 12 girls, one from each of the 12 districts, killing each other to the enjoyment of fans in the Capitol. Part 1984, part Rollerball, with a hint of the manga Battle Royale, this is not a world where one wants to live, unless they are part of the privileged few of the Capitol. The Capitol has amazing, and horrifying, technology, while the districts each struggle to survive. The story of Katniss and her wouldbe boyfriend (or not) Peeta is riveting.<br/><br/>Great stories require great characters, and Katniss is one. Noble, brave, and caring, but not trusting, she is a girl that cannot let others get to close. In a world where death is everywhere, she is afraid of hurt, and unsure what it means to actually love someone. She is one of the best characters I have experienced in a long time.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3308GLTYW88E1?ASIN=0439023521	For Teens But Fast Pace and Premise Make For Very Interesting Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is written for teens.  It's fast pace, interesting characters and deeper questions make it interesting for adults as well.  I really liked this book.<br/><br/>The story is set in a future North America where devastation and then a failed rebellion have created a world of depravation ruled by a capital center that lives off of the work and bondage of outlying districts.  The Center, as totalitarian states ever have, needs to constantly remind those it rules that it holds the power of life and death over its people and that failure to work within the program is not an option.  It does this by giving its 12 districts somewhat less than subsistence food and support, ensuring that hunger and death are a constant presence in everyday life - particularly for those who do not behave.<br/><br/>The Capital also sets the districts against themselves by having an annual Hunger Game.  A boy and a girl chosen from each district must fight to the death within an enclosed park - with the winner getting a year's worth of extra food and supplies for all in their home district.  The annual hunger game is that society's Super Bowl, with the nation literally stopping to watch the televised progression of the child combatants as they kill their way to victory on behalf of their friends, neighbors and fellow district inhabitants.<br/><br/>Suzanne Collins has created a believable story written at a level that teens will find accessible - yet with a character development, premise and pacing that held my attention and made it a page turner for me.  She creates a lot of sympathy for the main character Katniss Everdeen - one of two hunger games contestants from District 12.  I found myself rooting for her and generally caring about her fate as the book progressed.<br/><br/>The book has some violent and gory moments - but in the context in which the author has placed the story they are not gratuitous and are in fact very illustrative of the depravity of the central government.<br/><br/>This book has overtones of George Orwell's ""1984"" and Ayn Rand's ""Atlas Shrugged.""  Centralized and absolute power, totalitarianism and the individual's fight to be the master of his own fate and taste freedom are themes upon which this story is built.  It is interesting that the author purposely set the story in ""a future North America.""  I have not read any interviews with her to know if she is projecting her concerns with omnipresent government in today's world or if she just wanted to write a ripping good story.  She has succeeded at both.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2M5RXA1JT3NLM?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games 2 Time Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was a big surprise.  I honestly going into it did not think I would enjoy it.  Usually big time hype books I am not a fan of (Twilight) but this one I absolutely loved. The more I read the more and more I got into the characters the more i felt I knew them.  During the first books of the series usually I still am missing a lot of the characters but this book I truly had an understanding.  Katniss how she is so strong yet so vulnerable and naive.  Peta with his is he ""real"" or ""fake"" towards Katniss.  I found myself laughing and times and am not ashamed to say even a little teary at times one scene really got me (if you have read it you know which one it is). Cannot wait to finish book 2.  (Trying so hard to not cheat on wiki)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25FZI8DPD732O?ASIN=0439023521	Pleasant and Endearing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I devoured this book in less than a day. I loved it.<br/>I have to admit that my only complaint was the endless descriptions of food. I think Ms Collins was extremely hungry the entire time she wrote this. I could have dealt with a little more action and a little less internal monologues..<br/>That being said, I'm starting eagerly on the next installment</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YQ2LUES98T30?ASIN=0439023521	Absolutely Captivating	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I found the audio version of Suzanne Collins THE HUNGER GAMES to be absolutely captivating.  I listened to this during a 30 minute commute to/from work as well as a 2.5 hr to/from trek to the airport.  Held my attention with well-rounded characters, well-paced plot and a well drawn world.  This is a must read for adults (and teens/kids) who enjoy well written fiction.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DLNKRZKDBOUH?ASIN=0439023521	This is a great series.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This series is amazing. I was intrigued by the other reviews and I am so glad I followed through and purchased this book. Its like Lord of the Flies meets 1984. Do not listen to anyone comparing this book to Twilight (unless you count the fact that the main character is romantically confused, but that is also featured in hundreds of other stories).</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10YT2J4PGFU1T?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I haven't read much since high school and college but then I found this book from a friend recommendation and it was amazing.  I couldn't put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCDE0SNWXVQAN?ASIN=0439023521	"""Battle Royale"" Rip-Off"	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Bought it, read it, completely unimpressed.<br/><br/>This book is an unrealistic rip-off of Japanese thriller 'Battle Royale' (""In the future, the Japanese government captures a class of ninth-grade students and forces them to kill each other under the revolutionary ""Battle Royale"" act."" - IMDb) plopped into the setting from Scott Westerfield's ""Uglies"" trilogy (also disappointing).<br/>Unlike ""Battle Royale"", however, Hunger Games has a plot hole so enormous it threatens to swallow you whole - while the Japanese government is taking hostage a group of about 30 children and threatening them with weapons as a means to population control, there's never a clear reason why the eventual ""uprising"" that is so momentous in the HG series doesn't happen right from the start. Their pathetic ""government"" has no real method of threatening the villagers, and no real population would be so blunderingly obedient in the face of blatant neglect.<br/><br/>Overall this book is horribly predictable, unoriginal, and certainly not worthy of yet another delusional teen fantasy film series a-la 'Harry Potter' and 'Twilight' . Let a good book be a good book; let bad books die. One star because the writing wasn't horrible and MUCH better than a lot of the other teen trash kids are reading these days.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25F3FRL4GSTN4?ASIN=0439023521	Predictable	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A very predictable tale which will enrapture sophomoric minds. I would have loved it in fifth grade. But for an adult, it's banal and transparent. Nonetheless, I can see where it will attract hoards of rabid fans, as do the equally trite Steig Larsson snoozefests, making plenty of money for plenty of people for something of very little of merit.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39UOCJ6ZPBY2T?ASIN=0439023521	awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book. Every moment is so captivating. Starts a little slow, but gets really interesting. I thought nothing can beat "" A girl with the dragon Tattoo"" but this is definitely at the same level. I recommend this book, it's a light read and trust me you won't put it down. All of the 3 are great, but this is the best!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CI7R7T88FV4O?ASIN=0439023521	A warning to others.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">While the first two books of this series are very good, the final book, ""Mockingjay"" was a total let down.  If you truly do not want an anticlimaxtic ending that reduces characters you've grown to love into mere side stories I would avoid this series.  Not a ""happy ending"" we would want for ourselves or our children.  Consider yourselves warned.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HC6DZGZQGIVA?ASIN=0439023521	Page Turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Bought this book on a whim based on others recommendations. Did not expect to enjoy it as much as I did. But I didn't want to put the book down until I finished it. The premise is unrealistic and since it is similar to TV reality shows, which I never watch, I really didn't think it would be as good as it was.  Well written and highly enjoyable.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJEM4S5FMAY75?ASIN=0439023521	wonderful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie first and then read the book- it was so good and looking forward to the next!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36E3GAPYCEWD5?ASIN=0439023521	Captivating story.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The story kept my attention, I didn't want it to end and I can't wait to start the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZMWEBT03E1DQ?ASIN=0439023521	Nice	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is a fresh book keeps your eyes glued it makes you want more and more and more pretty nice</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CG93S3U1VOGR?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!#$	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this is a awesome book! I am excited too read the other two books in this series can't wait #</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LHWSPQMMS7ZL?ASIN=0439023521	WOW	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So cool I loved it Suzanne Collins did it again if you have not read it you should it's great</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YJW1ZBGHVFJL?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read the book after watching the movie and big mistake! I can't wait to read book # 2 asap!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HZ4KDVGJ032P?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">amazing book I read it in less than 2 days! Will be starting the next one as soon as possible</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HKMENRYI052G?ASIN=0439023521	Great series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a great and quick read for me.  I enjoyed it and was pleased.  Read it on my kindle.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QCTLTCYU2RFT?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it so much i died.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Killer! it made me cry, laugh, fear, and it was way worth it in the end. This is a must have.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35UXIDNS71DM4?ASIN=0439023521	hi	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book was awesome i loved it so uch all of the action and stuff like that and it was good</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1I2R43VKWCP5W?ASIN=0439023521	It is ok	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Easy read but so sad. It is hard to get over the cruelty of the capital and the hunger games.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGKQBQPX1HUVQ?ASIN=0439023521	a great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">im not a reader but i could not put this book or the rest of the series for that matter down!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R52IOKI0AMO4?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wanna be in the hunger games now. I love this book. You should read this book it's the best</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFARZU1RBPR3V?ASIN=0439023521	great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't stop reading!!!  It was a great book! ! ! I'm going to read the next two also! Wow</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KV1PD2HP0R64?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of the best books I've ever read! I couldn't put the book down. It is a real page turner.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3D7XZEX4HGJXG?ASIN=0439023521	Exciting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Cant wait por the next one.. i really liked it i chino ir gave me more detail on this romance</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TZVCSS2HLTLR?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Helps feel in a lot what the move leaves out. I like this book. I'm going to trade the others</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6I5C065S590W?ASIN=0439023521	Loved this too	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Like the Suspense.  I llike the fact that I could get the book on my iPad. Was easy to order.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1EW9EHM3X7Q0Y?ASIN=0439023521	Great book and great movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am reading the book and had to get the movie.  Now on book 3. Waiting for the second movie.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2322SW8XNJOKP?ASIN=0439023521	Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Slow to start but enjoyed reading. Did not like ending but will read book 2 &amp; 3 for sure next</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3023R1DPU32PE?ASIN=0439023521	Recommended	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I hardly ever read but I loved the book and the movie! Can't wait to read the next two books!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R250LYA6U810VZ?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The story is so amazing suspenseful and fun I recommend this book to all ages 10 and up :) :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1STZY9U9CEUS6?ASIN=0439023521	Screw ddgg f2f	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Ddgg tee e<br/><br/>Ddgg vCard f g t f rd c chicken/  g v/  g. Bc v v g v by. G. G v cc. G.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2G6C8NCGMITYE?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is a good read and hard to put down.  I'm looking forward to the rest of the story.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUFG0BP0XXC9Q?ASIN=0439023521	A . MA . ZING.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book an  I can't wait to read the second one, it was amazing really. I loved it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R178LLCHRCSIPW?ASIN=0439023521	Great series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a great book!  I look forward to the rest of the series. Hope that they are as good!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XKWN6YQHXBTR?ASIN=0439023521	:)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put this book down, I thought it was great, can't wait to read the rest I loved it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SZRUJ1VW5CPM?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book! Can't wait to start the next one. :) I loved it as much as twilight books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18D36MSA5EAA2?ASIN=0439023521	LOVE and ACTON	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i loved this book. I fell like i could connect with it. i just wish there was a better ending</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GN686ZE94W3A?ASIN=0439023521	BEST BOOK EVER!!!!!!!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book i couldnt put it down not even for a minute!<br/>4 stars is ot even enough</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39F5Q0F0ZOFYE?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Got it fast, wrapped great.  Appreciate the good deal.  And loved loved loved the book.  Wow.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5YP1B4FKEDNK?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Truly a haunting and incredible book. I couldn't put it down. I cannot wait for the next one!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXT0CO7QPDS0N?ASIN=0439023521	A clever story for young adults	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">First, it is a clever plot set in a well crafted fantasy world.<br/>Second, if you are a teenager, you'll love the story.<br/>Third, if you are an adult, you'll be bored.<br/><br/>I'm glad I read the story, but I have no interest in the 2 remaining books in this trilogy.  Problems are just too easily and conveniently resolved to hold an adult's interest.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XRGF8VMCZIZ?ASIN=0439023521	Love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book.  Once I started reading it I just could not put it down until I was done.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CZ3F0Z5IZY5?ASIN=0439023521	Great!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The only thing I can say is: I can't wait to get to the next one! it truly was a great read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20VO0FIM5ZZNW?ASIN=0439023521	loved it!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved it! It was hard to put down which is why I finished reading it in less than 3 days!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26VHK27RNFN12?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book wish I had read it before seeing the movie l will have to read the next two books</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3EL817B57RU0O?ASIN=0439023521	Not expected	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I never saw the movie, so I was not expecting all the gore. It was my sons idea to order it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KU0JRUAI8HWQ?ASIN=0439023521	Great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Kept me on the  edge of my seat! Can't wait for book 2! Very good book an  well written too!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BEKSW2H6SCUJ?ASIN=0439023521	great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I watched the movie then i read the book I like how they didn't stop at the end of the games</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NYNMM5Y0ADFT?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a very good book. It is even better than the movie. can't wait to read the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35KGPH0PMXCOY?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">AMAZING can't wait to read the next book but man do I hate cliff hangers over all 5 out of 5</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LNBNML8QPJYN?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book it's not the best I've read but it's one of them I just wish it was longer.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15OFSFJ2YN1XW?ASIN=0439023521	One of the best	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a very moving easy read I loved it and I think you will too serisouly the best book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IB5L8EPQ0RJM?ASIN=0439023521	GREAT!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a very good book can't wait to read the next one I loved it ! Everyone should read it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2D2VYAOMAI7AI?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was the best book that I have read in a long time!  Ready for the next in the series...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UJ7VWIA77HM5?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One more of the hunger game books, and then on to the movie, which has got to be great also!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36UQNO0RJT62X?ASIN=0439023521	Page Turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is the type of book that is difficult to put down. It may keep you up very late at night.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KI3EEWIKXI38?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is great! I loved it so much!!! This book is great for kids 10 and up, no younger!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1AC2OA7BTCCUV?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's a good read, but not one of those books you can't put down.  It;s more of a love story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MB67V2IY9AC9?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book the whole time I was reading it if u haven't read this book u need to !!!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDEWYXGMALM58?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked it a lot it was a good book because of its huge action and big inner testing topicad</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R164INJY1IVFHC?ASIN=0439023521	Good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good book it kept me on the edge of my seat. Can't wait to see what happens in the next book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3P03L9U8UDSRT?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is great I wasn't sure at first but I was hooked on the romance and all the action</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R393FRG1JYRNVQ?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for more...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read it in one day!<br/>and can't wait to see what else is in store for Katniss and Peeta</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ATILSKAY2OCA?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved this book could not put it down I can't wait to read the next two books from this set.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R121NM5E9BS7KO?ASIN=0439023521	one of my fave books	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">one of the best books i have ever read the book with the whole story line was great loved it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VNJ8EKXH9GBY?ASIN=0439023521	brutal and heartbreaking	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I cried so much!  I really admire Katniss and Peeta.  I'm glad I went through the journey...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33J5AJ6VT6C8H?ASIN=0439023521	This is an amazing book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">You must read it !! I like the book more than the movie and it usually the other way around</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZQQJV8RJL0UL?ASIN=0439023521	Awesomeness	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a little gory but still cool and it was shorter than a lot of gory books I have read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FPLA1N5JS1A4?ASIN=0439023521	In love	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved every part of this book one of my favs of all time. Love re-reading it all the time</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UFXYA1GS36HR?ASIN=0439023521	a great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked it. It kept me on the edge of my seat the whole time. Nice job Suzanne Collins. Bye</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Y7BUWHM3DRBG?ASIN=0439023521	W	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is a very good book by Suzanne Collins. I think she is a good author. She is my favorite</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24STXSTWYI9P8?ASIN=0439023521	The cool book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book is amazing I wish it would never end. It the kind of book u never want to put down</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RU6MECWE4TDNC?ASIN=0439023521	AWESOME	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS I HAVE EVER READ I CANT BELIEVE HOW GOOD OF A BOOK THAT WAS I LOVE IT</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GXG65JYDUS26?ASIN=0439023521	A good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very good book. I Had a hard time putting it down. I Can't wait to read the next two books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DT6517ENAFI7?ASIN=0439023521	Captivating!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was hard to put this book down. I can't wait to read the next one. I plan to start asap!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9Z0XNXKGPEKB?ASIN=0439023521	Good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Dis be one o da besdam books i eva readed. Caint wait fo danex onei aint gon say nomo. Eva.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LEB37JPYQWFD?ASIN=0439023521	The best book I've read in a long time	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">From start to finish, this book kept me on the edge of my seat and eager to turn the page.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30DCCU9KHU885?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book is extremely attractive. I carried it in my bathroom, and read for hours inside :P</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HEDYNCGP5TJM?ASIN=0439023521	Good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldnt stop reading this book, I just has to know what happened and it did not dissapoint!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OTS4S8V7TUJ9?ASIN=0439023521	kk	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Cool hi skis Keon meek eke kiosk eke meek meek meke meke ,el ,elk keoe Ike Ido Keith key e</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37YH0HTJM9UK2?ASIN=0439023521	I love this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It Is amazing. There are a lot of things going on in this book it is really good I love it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NITGII13VIK4?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I can tell this won't be the only time I read this. I'm going to buy the second right now.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33S28NDLQ3U8W?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">couldn't put it down, I read this book in four days because of how good it was as a whole.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SIZOAWGIJH4G?ASIN=0439023521	Love this book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could read it over and over ( and have!).  It is a great book for young and a bit older.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OSZXKMNQBRIW?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a great book.. I could not put it down. Now I am ready for book two and the movie</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R349PJ5EFACRVY?ASIN=0439023521	Best book in the world	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book so much I read 75 percent of in in one day almost non-stop go katniss yay</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JI28WNVF83JM?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great this book is on fire. THE BEST BEGGINIG FOR A BOOK LIKE THIS. I GIVE IT 5 stars. Bye</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TL10KSVVM9NE?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book this time I read it in one day but I've red it twenty eight times woo hoo</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Z00XCFRVLOR7?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It kept me on the edge of my chair<br/>And I couldn't put it away not for a single second</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJMIFD68PEV6R?ASIN=0439023521	awesome read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this was an excellent read.  i read it it in one day and cant wait to read the second one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34O3T7Z3AXUYL?ASIN=0439023521	best book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i couldn't put it down i am not a big reader but this book made me one you have to read it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKWZBW5YHG34L?ASIN=0439023521	Book rating	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great book. I started reading it and couldn't put it down. I read it in one day.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JD80DMQNVD03?ASIN=0439023521	Finally a book I couldn't get enough of.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great read! I couldn't put it down and became addicted. I can't wait for book 3.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DTUV1DPCTTGF?ASIN=0439023521	Great story.  I couldn't put it down.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book.  I slipped into the lead characters place so easily. It has everything.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R214QRDA9TIVEX?ASIN=0439023521	Unbelievably overrated.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was a total letdown and an unfortunate example of how hype can adversely affect independent thought.  There's just no way this book would have made the impact it did otherwise.<br/><br/>I had reasonable expectations for The Hunger Games.  I wasn't excited to read it, but I'd heard enough good things that I at least expected to enjoy it.  Boy was I wrong. It was a total waste of time.<br/><br/>First, the entire book is written in first person, passive present tense.  Example: ""I'm sitting on a riverbank, tying my boot.""  Are we supposed to be in her head and she's narrating her life to us at that very moment?  It's awkward and limiting, and a big no-no when writing pretty much anything.  It was like reading a really bad screenplay. Collins' prose was also extremely dry.  There was no beautiful description to draw readers into the story like any good book should have.  It fell extraordinarily below the expectations of alternate reality fantasy.  She could have done so much more with the world she created.  In fact, the film went beyond what was in the book.  Example: Despite the Capitol possessing technology like hovercrafts, the Capitol train was a regular train on tracks.  In the film, they stepped it up and turn it into a hover train.  What, Collins couldn't think that up herself?<br/><br/>Second, the characters were dull, one-dimensional and unsympathetic.  I didn't care what happened to them.  By the end of the book, I didn't care whether or not Katniss lived or died.  Don't mistake me--I don't believe that a protagonist has to be likable, but she at least needs to be one I can root for.  She was strictly utilitarian; just a plot device as opposed to a real person.  The characters in the film were inherently more sympathetic.  That should never happen. A movie script has an average of 120 pages with a lot of white space.  There's only so much time to work with.  But a novel allows an author considerably more freedom with backstories, description, exposition and character development.  The film should be a shadow of the book, not the other way around.<br/><br/>Third, I expected some deeper meaning to the book as was expressed by friends and the author.  It wasn't there.  Either people were doing everything they could to associate the book with issues like war, totalitarianism and global warming (yep, that was a claim made by Collins herself) when it wasn't actually there, or Collins intended for those issues to be there but simply lacked the talent to mete our her desires and hoped to remedy that by claiming such associations during her book tours.  Really--I looked for those metaphors; I'm well-educated in governmental and political issues, but they just simply weren't there.  The only potential metaphor was life under a dictatorship. But any of the subtlety, the prose and exposition reflected few, if any, deeper political meanings.<br/><br/>I can only conclude that the reason this book became so popular was because it was crowned the anti-Twilight; a story with a teenage, female protagonist that wasn't a love story.  It must have been quite liberating for the teen girl audience that had become accustomed to the shallow, obsessive love story that is the Twilight series. But just because you find an unbroken dish in a pile of shattered remnants, doesn't mean it belongs anywhere other than a second-hand store.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LIRZ2RN2YVLA?ASIN=0439023521	a sexist fairy tale	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Everything that's terrible about THG is in this sentence:<br/><br/>""Hunger Games was written by a woman and stars a woman (much as we love JK Rowling, her series isn't named after Hermione) -- making it a true lady-centric blockbuster franchise.""<br/><br/>Here's your first point of irony: this true lady-centric blockbuster franchise isn't named after Katniss, it's named after what happens to Katniss, which is why it is truly a lady-centric franchise.<br/><br/>How would you classify this book/movie's genre?  Is it an action movie with a female twist?  Is it a love story?  A drama?  Sci-fi?<br/><br/>No. It is a fairy tale.<br/><br/>We can start with the obvious.  The book is about 24 kids thrown into an arena to fight to the death, only the toughest, the most resourceful, the strongest will survive, and it better be you because your whole village depends on it.  It is such a scary premise that there was some concern it was too violent for kids to watch.  Well, big surprise:  Katniss wins.<br/><br/>Hmmm, here is a surprise: Katniss never kills anyone.  That's weird, what does she do to win?  Take as much time as you want on this, it's an open book test.  The answer is nothing.<br/><br/>This is not a criticism about the entertainment value of the story, but about its popularity and the pretense that it has a strong female character. I like the story of Cinderella, but I doubt that anyone would consider Cinderella a strong female character, yet Katniss and Cinderella are identical.<br/><br/>The traditional progressive complaint about fairy tales like Cinderella is that they supposedly teach girls to want to be princesses and want to live happily ever after.  But is that so bad?  The real problem with fairy tales is that the protagonist never actually does anything to become a princess.  Forget about gerrymandering or slaying a dragon or poisoning her rivals: does she even get a pretty dress, go to the ball and seduce the prince?  Those may be anti-feminist actions, but at least they are actions.  No.  She is given two dresses, carried to the ball, and the Prince comes and finds her. Twice.  Her only direct and volitional action is to leave the ball at midnight, and even that isn't so much a choice as because of a threat. The clear problem with this isn't that girls will want to hold out for a Prince, but that it might foster the illusion their value is so innately high that even without pretty clothes or a sense of agency a Prince will come find them.  Sleeping Beauty and Snow White are worse: they don't even have to bother to stay alive to get their Prince.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games has this same feminist problem.  Other than the initial volunteering to replace her younger sister, Katniss never makes any decisions of her own, never acts with consequence-- but her life is constructed to appear that she makes important decisions.  She has free will, of course, like any five year old with terrible parents, but at every turn is prevented from acting on the world. She is protected by men-- enemies and allies alike; directed by others, blessed with lucky accidents and when things get impossible there are packages from the sky.  In philosophical terms, she is continuously robbed of agency.  She is deus ex machinaed all the way to the end.<br/><br/>For example, though this is a story about kids killing kids, somehow Katniss never actually plans and executes any kids, she's never guilty of murder one.  She does kill Rue's murderer, but it was reflexive, a defensive act.  Importantly, she does not choose NOT to kill,  she does not choose a pacifist position, she explicitly states twice in the book how much she wants to kill.  But she never does it. She tries to kill big bad Cato at the end, twice, and fails.  Only after he is torn to shreds by mutants does she perform a mercy killing on him, at his request.  In other words, she doesn't choose to kill or not kill-- it doesn't come up.<br/><br/>The story goes out of its way to prevent her from having to make choices and especially from bearing their consequences.  Events unfold in such a way that it appears she made a choice, but decisions are actually made for her.  At the end she and Peeta, her kinda-boyfriend, are the last two contestants left.  Only one can live.  What should happen next?  Does she kill him?  Or let him kill her?  Think about it, what does she choose?  Remember, this is about a strong female character forced to play a killing game.  Wait-- never mind, they change the rules at the end: everyone's a winner!<br/><br/>""But she chooses to commit suicide at the end!""  That would have been a choice, but the book robs her of that as well, this is the point.  The book does not allow her to make irreversible choices, it lets her believe she is making free choices and then negates them, again, just like a five year old girl with terrible parents.<br/><br/>She does commit one consciously deliberate act, and it's quite revealing.  At the end of the book, she's ambivalent about whether she loves contestant Peeta.  But the Games allowed two winners only because they appeared to be in love; so all she has to do, for the cameras, is pretend to be in love with a boy she already likes a lot.  But after all she's been through in the arena, this-- what is coincidentally called ACTING-- is what is described, in the shocking last sentence of the chapter,  as ""the most dangerous part of The Hunger Games.""<br/><br/>This is not hyperbole.  This is literally correct: for someone who has not ever done it, acting with agency would indeed be dangerous.  But those stories aren't fairy tales, those stories are legends.<br/><br/>That the book is successful or exciting is not the point here.  What's fascinating/horrifying is that this fairy tale has managed to convince everyone, especially people who consider themselves feminists, that it represents a form of female empowerment when it is exactly the opposite. What you should not underestimate is how deliberate this magic trick is.  This is society successfully pretending to change so that nothing changes.  The goal is making the other team contribute to their own oblivion.  The goal is status quo.<br/><br/>The classic feminist example of ""robbed of agency"" is the woman who ""chooses"" to wear makeup, do her hair, display/hide the right amount of cleavage.  Is she choosing this, or is society imposing this false choice on her?  Because if she feels she has to do it in order to land the account, then it's not really her choice.  Hence a controversy about agency.<br/><br/>What makes this such an impossible, lose-lose situation for a woman is that this choice isn't about ""what to do"" but about who she is, what society wants a woman to be: while she must make herself look pretty, if she is observed doing this she is immediately and simultaneously critiqued for being vain.  The decision about whether to be or not to doll herself up is thus somewhat up to her, but the judgment about whether she is vain is entirely out of her hands-- it is a judgment imposed on her for doing exactly what is expected of her.  Her only hope is that she is can make herself look pretty enough that it looks like it was not on purpose, i.e reveal the results but hide the process. This manipulation of her is all deliberate design-- what society actually wants is that it gets her to be pretty, demarcates her as an object to be gazed upon--  but not bear any of the guilt/responsibility for forcing her into this.  If it works and you are pretty I guess that's some consolation, but imagine if you're not pretty but still have to go through all this, suspecting but never admitting that everyone is going to think, ""why'd she even bother?""  Being pretty is in many ways worse, because you're not only competing with other pretty women but with yourself (""you look tired today"")  and, as the old saying goes, a beautiful woman dies two deaths.  But before you go try some of our Nivea skin care products.  That's the system, it wants you to participate in your own marginalization so you don't dare unplug.  It's exhausting being a chick.  I mean girl--  woman.  Jesus.<br/><br/>Though this is an example of the feminist agency problem, you should note carefully that the ""society"" that forces this false choice on women is actually other women, not men, and it starts with the overly invested way mothers reproach their daughters to ""dress like a lady.""  Certainly the original energy for this madness comes from men, from ""the patriarchy"", but if every man was executed tonight nothing would change tomorrow.  It's on autopilot.  Case in point: this story of a girl robbed of agency was written by a woman.<br/><br/>So this is why we have a book about a post-apocalyptic killing game that spends zero pages describing how Katniss kills anyone but spends countless pages on how she is dressed, how everyone is dressed.  What will she wear?  What kind of jewelry?  Hair up?  Will the ""sponsors"" like her better this way or that?  Her chief weapon isn't a bow, it's her appearance.<br/><br/>This is also a good place to observe that the real life, pre-and post movie release controversies about The Hunger Games have also been about physical appearances-- not just race, but is Jennifer Lawrence too tall?  Hair too blonde?<br/><br/>That's why The Hunger Games is such a diabolical head fake.  Forget about it being entertaining, which I concede it is.  It has managed to convince everyone that a passive character whose main strength is that she thinks a lot of thoughts and feels a lot of feelings, but who ultimately lets every decision be made by someone else-- that is a female hero, a winner. You wouldn't allow yourself to like a story where the woman lacks agency, so it's clothed in a vampire story or a female Running Man so it sounds like she's making things happen.  Or, if you prefer, in order to allow you to like an anti-feminist story, it is necessary to brand it as a vampire story or a female Running Man.  Regardless of how you phrase it, the purpose is to get you to like this kind of a story. It wants you to think this is the next step in female protagonists.  But it's a trick: nothing has changed since the royal ball.<br/><br/>That these ""adolescent girl"" stories-- Twilight and THG-- have women who are essentially lead by men, circumstance, and fate-- whose main executive decision is ""do I love this guy or that guy""-- is a window on our culture worth discussing.  When you have a daughter, your first question should be, ""how is the system going to try to crush her?""  and plan accordingly.  This story's answer is, ""no matter what happens, just talk a lot and it'll sort itself out.""  That Jezebel is distracted by the racial angle here strikes me as an unconsciously deliberate avoidance of the larger issue.  Oh, the audience is racist, that's the problem.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2O01W1PSGGXYW?ASIN=0439023521	"Reviewing: ""The Hunger Games"""	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">In distant or even not so distant future, the United States of America no longer exists. Instead, after some sort of ecological disaster, civilization collapsed and out of the chaos and the battle for survival, rose the nation of Panem, with a Capital and thirteen encircling districts. There was a time of peace and prosperity and then came the ""Dark Days"" of rebellion. The rebellion was crushed and the 13th District as well as its residents was obliterated. In the aftermath, thanks to the ""Treaty of Treason"" the remaining twelve districts agreed, through a lottery style drawing to surrender a male and a female child between the ages of twelve and eighteen to compete in the annual Hunger Games. A televised spectacle used to punish and remind those who live in the districts their place in the nation of Panem where everything exists to serve and entertain those in the Capital. The 24 contestants, known ""Tributes"" are placed in an outdoor arena capable of sustaining any environment those in charge want, while they battle to the death in order to be the sole survivor.<br/><br/>Katniss ""Catnip"" Everdeen lives in District 12 with her mom and younger sister, Prim. Despite the fact Prim only had one chance to be selected for the annual Hunger Games, she was. That isn't going to work so Katniss volunteers herself in her sister's place. This is an act almost unheard of and guaranteed to draw a high degree of media attention to her. Soon the male, Peeta Mellark, son of a local baker is chosen as her companion representative. After a few heartfelt goodbyes with family and others, 16 year old Katniss and Peeta are traveling on a high speed train from their home somewhere in Appalachia to the distant Capital somewhere in the Rockies to compete. That train trip begins to heavily illustrate the novel's main idea of two societies where desperate want and a daily battle for survival is a fact of life in the districts and opulence and excess is a fact of life for those of the Capital.<br/><br/>Post apocalypse novels are nothing new and this one certainly isn't. The 374 page book is a sort of odd combination of the television show ""Survivor"" and ""Lord of The Flies"" as it touches on themes and concepts handled many times before with better results using far more complex characters. While the author tells a decently engaging story in this first of the series, the work isn't nearly as good as the hype in many reviews. The science fiction angle is very weak and stereotypical as are the characters, the character development, and the plot, not to mention the telegraphed and obviously open ended outcome of the book. Utterly predictable throughout with no subtlety or nuance, this simplistic novel doesn't even have any clever lines that mean one thing to adults and another to teenagers as author Rick Riordan does in his excellent "" Percy Jackson and the Olympians"" series.<br/><br/>And that is the rub here. For adults, especially those of us who have read quite a lot over the years in the sci-fi genre and elsewhere and have seen all sorts of forms of this in movies and television, this book simply doesn't work at all for all the reasons cited. However, for the audience it is intended for, young adults who may not be interested in or ready for these types of themes handled in complex ways by authors such as Robert Heinlein, Isaac Asimov, Robert C. Clark, Harlan Ellison and many others, the book with its fast pace and plenty of action will work. For the audience it is intended for, who hasn't had the in-depth exposure that many adult readers have had, this novel could work as written. Engaging teenagers in reading is important and this book, while a failure for widely read adults, should work for the actual intended audience.<br/><br/>Kevin R. Tipple (copyright) 2008</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNBJ8E9XPR4AP?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing book.  Now I know why it has been on the top for so long!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have to say, until I saw the preview for the movie I thought this was a general boring war book.  Well, totally wrong! Now I understand why this has been at the top for so long!  What an amazing book.  Love the characters, love the plot.  Read it in almost one night and immediatly bought the trilogy.  LOVE this. LOVE LOVE LOVE.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GHN3ZPA6HS4K?ASIN=0439023521	Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed it and hope you do to. I hear the second one is better. Can't wait to start it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSVVRBHP7LC5Y?ASIN=0439023521	My redundant review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was much richer and a more full tale than the movie. I wish I had read it first.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RU4A47WS5V2N7?ASIN=0439023521	Very good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's good.  I was told over and over to read it.  Im glad I did.  Ready for the next one.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23RPXHXFD5TON?ASIN=0439023521	Perfect	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is a good book . I like the hole in tire book but all the killing of people that is it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXTTD9JBQ42XA?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games 1	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a good read once it got going. A lot more detail than the movie had which I liked.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VYVJRECXZFDC?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's one of my favorite books of all time it has action gore and the type of stuff I like</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1I74OU7XV7LB?ASIN=0439023521	GOOD	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was really good if u r a teen and like the movie u should really read the hunger games</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGAXWSTVIH38N?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this based on hearing it was good and once I picked it up, I couldn't put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1M1RMHNYOYONI?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book made me want to keep reading it and when I finished it I read the 2 other books</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KUPMPYE9NKM7?ASIN=0439023521	great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved both of the Hunger Games books thus far! Can't wait for the next one out next year.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RL3OJQ70O86TQ?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't stop reading!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I went in with low expectations but that was proved wrong in the second paragraph. I stopped all other activities so I could finish the book in just a day. Great story, fast paced, memorable characters. I can't wait to read the next two. The only other book in this category that I liked better was Dogface by Jeff Garigliano.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1F9ILQK8N38RU?ASIN=0439023521	a great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love the action in the book<br/>It is a awesome book I love it so much it is the best</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OIDKB8FHSX?ASIN=0439023521	I do not review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am only writing this because, l am forced to do so. I think this a crummy thing to do.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R399ABFZDX0KHJ?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is amazing. I liked it so much that I couldn't put it down . Read it is  great</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PGOASVVSFKPP?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book read it in 3 days it was so good, 11 o'clock got to sleep now/ read next book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GYEDKS4O3YXP?ASIN=0439023521	Q onda	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">No yo the h los Kaká mis fotos pre tu pe Gil y quien ganó gran gran ganó y h hoy hotmail</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1S14V64RWIQTC?ASIN=0439023521	:):)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good read very original ;) recommend it for all ages.<br/>:) :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :D :D</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHV4SREWGEHZI?ASIN=0439023521	It was amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book. It was so good I finished it in two days. I can't wait for the movie!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KLP3CT66W5CW?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's a good book and I can't wait for the movie  to come out and it is a very good read.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMHVM711GJHYZ?ASIN=0439023521	bloodly gorey but awsome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i could not put it down i love it so much that i red the the book 19 times im not joking</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1121TOSPYXGNZ?ASIN=0439023521	Great Story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good story. The first book is the best but I wanted to finish the story so I read all 3.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3A9E4Y47HXUHQ?ASIN=0439023521	the hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">the hunger games is a good book but in my opinion there was too much killing and dying. i especially didnt like the fact that rue dies. also the muttated dog thing went a little too far. i mean thats just weird and gross. overall i think the book was OK but kinda violent. i wouldnt recommend it for any one under at least 9.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RT968KU74OXIC?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved it. I had a hard time putting it down and I am looking forward to the next one.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18PBPSD2IB8BZ?ASIN=0439023521	great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved it!! it was the best book I have ever read. It was so great! I love the ending!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2F01SNC5I5I4R?ASIN=0439023521	good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Looks like a good book, not quite sure if it is for me though... I will have to see ...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13MTKMI9R2T46?ASIN=0439023521	My review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I like it<br/>It is good it's funny I have never read it before I love it I can't wait</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JINLVAYCCPUY?ASIN=0439023521	great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love it. Best I read in a long time. I recommend it to everyone I know. I love it a lot</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34YUGLJVH61VI?ASIN=0439023521	it's good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I want to read my book. It won't let me read it until I write some review thing on here</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13D32AB1B1QK1?ASIN=0439023521	Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love the hunger game series and I love Suzanne Collins I have read a l l of her books</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5XGRB39BJJRH?ASIN=0439023521	awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i finish the book and now my mom wants to read it i have to hid my kindle from her now.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3O2BD6ACC8HFQ?ASIN=0439023521	Page Turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">An absolute page turner! From the second the games begin, I couldn't put the book down!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3P02BXRB0EXLX?ASIN=0439023521	amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i couldnt put it down until i finished it. so good but wish the others were out already</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R57H8JVJ2L8W6?ASIN=0439023521	Are we headed this way?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Makes you stop and think about the direction our country is headed.  People might think, ""That's ridiculous, we would never let it come to that in this country!""  Yeah, that's what the Germans thought circa 1933...and the Russians circa 1924.  Besides all of that, the book is VERY engaging and entertaining.  Great read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2R3J8L7CN7QAW?ASIN=0439023521	Good, but don't understand all the hype	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a good book, interesting premise and a fun, quick read. However, the way the ""love story"" is developed and culminates is sort of difficult to believe. And for someone who reads a fair amount of science fiction/futuristic kind of writing, I was disappointed that the overall backdrop of the world was fairly thin.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3E2PISSTORGGE?ASIN=0439023521	Avoided for too long...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book sat on my Kindle for several months before I finally read it.  I purchased based on a recommendation, but procrastinated reading because I wasn't in the mood for a dark, post apocolyptic story.  My prejudice meant that I didn't get to immediately experience this immersive, interesting, and intelligent story.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MLYBAGGDOUZS?ASIN=0439023521	Exciting and intense!  MUST READ!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the BEST book I've read in a long time.  I couldn't put this book down and would find my self at 2 or 3 in the morning still fighting with myself to go to sleep.  The characters were exciting and the twists and turns throughout the game were non-predictable.  I hope to see more from this author in the future.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R143DSBJTMOHZC?ASIN=0439023521	Best. Books. Ever.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">These books are INCREDIBLE! There wasn't a part I didn't like. I wish I could go back and re-read them for the first time because OH MY GOODNESS they were so so so fantastic. I forwarded the first chapter link to everyone in my department at work.  Everyone was hooked. LOVE these books. Read them read them read them!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R49FKR4WJ0BDB?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought the trilogy after hearing so much about it, even though I was a little concerned with them being a young adult read.  They were great.  I think many of friends (all mid 20s) are also reading and enjoying, so I'd say they're all age friendly.  Very good - well written and nice story.  Over too quickly though!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RCJ1HZN8H4P0?ASIN=0439023521	Best book EVER	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love it so much it was spine tingling and hard to put down and I'm only 10 years old</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UDDALO1QK7U7?ASIN=0439023521	don't know	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I do not know what this book will be like but I have seen the movie and it was amazing</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IOCS4G5GK29K?ASIN=0439023521	Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book. It felt like I was there. The book and the movie were a lot a like.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZ0Z846L50DBT?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was an amazing book and I loved the movie so so so so so much it was awesome! YAY</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDSCJAPTX6XLO?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a great book. So good that I read it in one sitting. I could not put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29J4QHM63MMHQ?ASIN=0439023521	came on time	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It took four days to get here, that was great, I have not read it yet but I am excited</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BTUARV5A225Y?ASIN=0439023521	Love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was so so so so good I can't wait till I read the second book. Best book ever</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCEM9N8YGA195?ASIN=0439023521	u	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Uhhh jjjj jjjjj jjjj yurt tyre uh yet tgffd thr I Rees IOU uh iu okay oi out ii yt yt</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RH8UOFTTZHWDK?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">That was a great book one of the best I have read I can not wait to read the next one</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MYM2YP1Y8SQV?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I give The Hunger Games a 4 out of 5. Once I got to the games I couldn't put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R251Y6PZUTMJ5G?ASIN=0439023521	great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i loved it i would love to read it again also i wish they . make a game for this book</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROYLK8ORLCAGR?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games by Suzanne Collins	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I like this book I like the people in the book I will like is book it makes me happy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3Z3885K7SF6L?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the book. Cant wait for the next one because this one does leave you hanging.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RY8V7R8J60NO9?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book. I saw the movie first on a whim and picked up the trilogy of books the same night. I had trouble putting this book down and thoroughly enjoyed it. There are some differences between book and movie but not enough to  put a damper on either. I would definitely recommend the first book to others!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KW1FUMWZJI0D?ASIN=0439023521	amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I passed on this book for months before reading it because of what I thought the plot was about. This book is freaking awesome! It sweeps you into another world and doesn't let you go. I think I read this in one night. It was amazing. I couldn't wait to get my hands on catching fire. read it, don't hesitate.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UK0XR91080BT?ASIN=0439023521	The Death Race of the future	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Entertaining new look at reality TV and sports...many stories have been written on the idea of humans being hunted our prisoners being forced to fight to survive, but what if it was a mandatory part of society? Welcome to the Hunger Games.  A real page turner that leaves you thirsting to find out what's next.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CNMX4FE27SCQ?ASIN=0439023521	better than I expected	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am ready for the next one and can only hope it is as good.  I am leery of sequels.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PU9WIGN9UKJQ?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was so good it was like an awesome action book ban pow zoom so good ban pow so on</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1L96UWAX22JLJ?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book. Once they got to the arena I did not put the book down. Loved it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BONGCVJ5REQS?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a great book. Very fasted paced, interesting charactars and a very good story.  My 13 yr old read this series awhile back and she had it on her Kindle.  I saw that Amazon had a new feature and that I was able to ""borrow"" it from my daughters Kindle and send it to mine for 14 days.  So glad I did!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R280LWHCGGJEKH?ASIN=0439023521	Outstanding Series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was in the book store, trying to find another series to read and I saw this book. After reading the back cover, I wasn't sure about buying it. I decided to go ahead and get it. I am extremely glad I did. It has got a great story line. I had a hard time putting it down. I can't wait to ready the next one.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ETZWKXV66QIU?ASIN=0439023521	Good for any age	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">a very quick read that you can not put down<br/>I would five it to a boy or a girl</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFF2Z0N3TRZTS?ASIN=0439023521	Pretty good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wouldn't say it was the best book I would give it 4 1/2 stars. It was a good book</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3P1I8EYRED72O?ASIN=0439023521	awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was great I think it's the best book ever in all of the 100 books I read READ IT</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2E0NCUSXTB3TH?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is a must- read for all ages im addicted and im 10 yrs old!! . I LOVE IT!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTHNR34GO2UJX?ASIN=0439023521	Great boos:)  :P	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book and the movie but the book was so so so so so so so so much better</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZCU6AM3DLHTS?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a fantastic book! I couldn't put it down once I started reading, I could barely tear myself away to eat! The characters are so well developed that you can't help but get engrossed in the novel straight away.  I cannot wait to read the next two in the series. Suzanne Collins is truly remarkable!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20NMIAVCVAK7U?ASIN=0439023521	What a ride!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the best trilogy I have ever read. So depressing as it goes, with only a little here and there, a litany of trials and horror that reflect the horrors that war inflicts on people. I've never read a better peace entreaty, or incentive to not get into that government situation in the first place.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UV2E630VGU32?ASIN=0439023521	Truly kept my attention.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I first heard about this book series when someone at work was reading it.  She described it to me, but I didn't think I'd be interested.  I was concerned about the concept of the book and worried it was for young people only.  It's an interesting series and I was always looking forward to the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZOTCVIHRLES7?ASIN=0439023521	Poorly written, predictable, mature readers don't bother	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My wife and I tried to listen to this on a long drive. It started really slowly, painfully slow. Once it began to get somewhat interesting, the story became so blatantly predictable, I could not bear to continue. The book is written in a way that is sophomoric at best. The story line is poorly constructed, and the detail is fragmented.<br/><br/>With all the fuss about the movie, we were intrigued to hear the writers story. I don't watch movies at all, so I cannot compare how the two are alike or not.<br/><br/>Don't waste your time with this one, as we did. A real flop.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DCGWBD7KB3Y4?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It took me a couple of tries to get into it but when I did I couldn't put it down.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1O0J9QMLY2815?ASIN=0439023521	amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i love this book it ws to so amazing i was attatched to it and i read it in 2 days</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHW6G26FP2YF2?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games cd audio book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Cd in new condition and works great. quicker then i expected shipping.  Thank you.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RE0KWMMHR5UUZ?ASIN=0439023521	awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read the first book, Hunger Games, almost by accident.  I clicked the wrong book and there it was on my kindle.  It only took a few pages before I was hooked.  I wish it had not ended after only three books.  I think the greatest compliment anyone can give a book is a readers sorrow when it ends.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BIWRNHHI0LIM?ASIN=0439023521	nice to read a book that others are talking about	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">so nice to see so many non readers talking about a book- glad to be able to discuss a book with my normally non reading friends. as for my opinion, great read, read similar stuff before and there are many better Science fiction books out their, hopefully it will spark some new readers to try them</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21SF3MQVIX9XV?ASIN=0439023521	Best fantasy book I have read in a while	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is simply a captivating,  can't put it down type of book.  The story and characters grab you and the suspense is relentless.  Can't wait to see the movie if/when they make one -- will translate beautifully to film.  But the book will still be better -- a great concept delivered wonderfully.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBV1FEMXJHJLR?ASIN=0439023521	Three Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is a very disturbing story. I hope our society is not headed that way. Is it?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KOFGPS5P6M12?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What took me so long to read this Book. Great book will be buying Parr 2 &amp; 3 . .</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RA00X87OKU6PL?ASIN=0439023521	brilliant!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger Games is The Giver, The Lottery, and Brave New World!<br/>Need I say more???</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10XFEKXFOFXMV?ASIN=0439023521	Not bad for Teen Fiction...says this old man.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My girls both raved about this book.  And I like to encourage their reading.  So, I caved and dug in.  (Despite, the teenage audience, female main character, and female author.  Yes...sexist.)<br/><br/>This book was really good.  Great characters.  Great story.  Great storytelling.  Excellent pace.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2AB78MDR0XILL?ASIN=0439023521	well written	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really liked this book. It kept be interested the whole time. Lots of action!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13EZ2TUQSGQE1?ASIN=0439023521	perfect	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">the book is very good i love the hunger games tank you i liked so much i i i i</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OYMETX2F5NR3?ASIN=0439023521	Just jeep in mind, jr. High school	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed this book, as long as I kept in mind that it is geared towards junior high age children. As an adult reader I felt the characters lacked depth and the book lacked details needed to make it truly interesting for my taste. Oh and I just saw the movie...don't waste your time.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3D7GOI3ONQH4I?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was so good i couldnt put it down! I highly recommend it to anyone.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GSVAK00DWMKH?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is one of the BEST books I have read this year! I could not put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HRGTI7LK7LJ5?ASIN=0439023521	Fast read...sort of.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this based on recommendations from a few other people saying it was a ""fast read"". Yes it was, because I couldn't wait to get to the end. I got hooked after a few pages and was all set for a good ride, but I just couldn't wait for it to end. While it started off well, by the end, I felt like I was reading one of those ""bodice ripper"" novels. Blah. I know everyone has an opinion, likes and dislikes, but I seem to be very out of sync with most other reviewers. I'm not tempted to subject myself to the next two installments, even though they are in my library (purchased by a family member, who also couldn't wait for it to end, but had more perseverance than I.) The whole premise of a strong, independent girl, unravels fast with insipid romantic notions thrown at us by the author. I felt manipulated and wished the author had developed the main character based on her initial character strengths, instead of subjecting her to the silliness of a predictable romance novel. A nice beginning, but very predictable end.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1T42FMN56W9B6?ASIN=0439023521	First book on kindle - worked great!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As a flight attendant - there are many short breaks that are best filled reading a good book - with the kindle, its even easier since i don't have to lug all those books. Reading the hunger games was fun to read and gave me that mental break from dealing w/ all those passengers :)</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R88KCUZCZTU9V?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games vs. harry potter	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is better than harry potter in the sense that Suzanne Collins was a great author before writing this book when J.K.R was not. What J.K.R has going for is creativity and making a seres 7 books long. what S.C has going for was making a good book with out magic or vampires.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROEQ7QO97VGMQ?ASIN=0439023521	Highly recommended	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't feel I need to say very much about this book, because its popularity is growing rapidly, the movie is almost done filming, and it seems ""everyone"" is talking about it. I just wanted to weigh in with my own 5 stars and add to the chorus of, ""READ IT!!"" Seriously, read it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HY4JNY89HF3D?ASIN=0439023521	Gripping Story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read the entire book in one sitting, yes it was that good. I had put off reading the book because I thought there was to much hype. But the book exceeded my expectation. Keep a box of Kleenex nearby you may need them during several of the tense scenes. This story is a keeper!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LIVWUUNWLLEO?ASIN=0439023521	best series i've read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was so good! I could not put it down for a minute. I finished the whole series in 8 days because I was so engrossed by the story. I don't usually have time to read but this book was definitely worth it. I think I am a hunger games addict. I cannot wait for the movie!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XNGY553PYX9Y?ASIN=0439023521	Dope	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Dope<br/>Yoooooooooooooooo<br/>H<br/>J j j I u y uhh u u u y u u of u h u</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1F9LG0SSO2Y9E?ASIN=0439023521	an awesome story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">it was on of the best books i have read and i have read over a thousand book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31TEF4FKZSTYB?ASIN=0439023521	Read it in one day!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love this book.  Couldn't put it down.  Read it in one day.  Get it.  Do it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BZENERWDFXAI?ASIN=0439023521	YA but still so engaging!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was dubious when this series was recommended to me because it is categorized as young adult fiction. But I got caught up in the story right away and kept reading. The plot and the rich settings are both captivating. Highly recommended to anyone looking for an escapist read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R100I18PQ5ZQS6?ASIN=0439023521	One of the best series I've read in a long time!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is one of the best book series I've read in a long time.  I could not put it down.  Each page had me on the edge of my seat wondering what was going to happen next. I found myself rooting for the heroine. I would recommend this book for teens through adult.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XYPA9335P8XW?ASIN=0439023521	Why Does This Book Have So Many Grammatical Mistakes?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Seriously, what were the editors thinking letting this book go out as is?  It's just sad that a book that so many kids are going to read is so poorly edited and rife with grammatical mistakes.  People don't ""lay"" down, they ""lie"" down.  I mean, that's not that hard to catch.  There were dozens of other annoying, easily fixable mistakes like this all throughout of the book.<br/><br/>What is the world of publishing coming to?  How are we going to convince kids that grammar is worth learning if the published works by their favorite authors are full of mistakes?  It's just really sad.<br/><br/>Apart from the grammatical mistakes, the book was pretty good.  The story is interesting and engages you from the first page.  However, Collins doesn't describe things much at all, and this does hurt the book.  You'd think that she'd describe Katniss' reaction to learning she was going to the games.  Is she scared?  Fearful of dying? Going to miss her family?  We don't know because Collins doesn't tell us.  I had a lot of questions about the country and the town where Katniss lived.  How is it set up?  How many people live there that she didn't really know Peeta?  How large is the town that tributes can be summoned yearly?  Who knows?  Collins never says and thus, misses out making her story fuller.<br/><br/>Still, the book is definitely a good read, for kids or adults.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1F7J58KLRV003?ASIN=0439023521	cool	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">it is a great book if I could get to it to read it! let me read it now. now</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13LGOVYZH8WE1?ASIN=0439023521	Interesting, but couldn't put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The will to survive kept me turning the pages!  I really enjoyed this book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38205M59910W4?ASIN=0439023521	must read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this is the best book I have ever read out of all of the hundreds of books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SLNPOY6CDZOY?ASIN=0439023521	First review....here goes	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm not much of a writer but here goes, this is my first review. My granddaughter insisted on me reading ""The Hunger Games"" so I did. I must say I enjoyed it and had to finish it right off. It's not deep but was a good and quick read. Now all my grandchildren have read it.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2O8926446KH7N?ASIN=0439023521	it was o.k...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am glad I borrowed the series from another kindle reader.<br/>The first book was pretty good, but the violence was pretty graphic through all of them.<br/>I felt like the story just dragged throughout them all.<br/>Not a bad read, however I have no need to buy or read them again.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRCDIR4PTE47H?ASIN=0439023521	Perfection!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Absolutely one of the best books I have read in a long time. I love it, and you will too. Just be prepared to read all 3 of them straight through from beginning to ending because once you pick up this book you'll need to finish the entire trilogy. It's that captivating.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DHCTHG6UHWEE?ASIN=0439023521	fantastic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a awesome book.  I haven't read in years and this was the best beginning to a renewed interest in reading.  It will keep you excited to see what happens next to a girl who is fighting for her life in a game that reminds you of the roman times.  You will love it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PCOCWXFU33MW?ASIN=0439023521	A Great Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was a little skeptical about this book at first but after a great review from my friend i just had to get it. plus even if i didn't like it it was only $5 on my kindle. I'm very glad I purchased this book. I read the entire trilogy in a weekend, I just couldn't stop.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QNEE9B3V1OR9?ASIN=0439023521	Hugely entertaining and highly recommended.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">There is not much to say about this book; IT'S DYNAMITE! The Hunger Games is a story containing it all from action, to suspense, to mystery, to drama. The book is a very good choice, I think is safe to say, for any teenager and maybe some adults too. I loved this book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DXBSBBHPVN0L?ASIN=0439023521	Too bad there is only 5 stars!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Took me awhile to buy these books and I don't regret it at all. I couldn't put it down. And now that I'm done with them, I want more. These books were so good I find it hard to get into other books. Please for the love of god Suzanne Collins write more! :P  10 stars!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1X67HRIWK7P0F?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was told to read this by a few people and after I finished I couldn't understand why more people didn't tell me about this. It's such an amazing book I was hooked from the beginning. Like seriously if you're looking for a book to read I strongly say read this book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PUVUMY15BZJ1?ASIN=0439023521	patj	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved the books, read them all.  I was disturbed as I read them and am not sure what age is appropiate for reading them.  They are very graphic and violent but also have a good message with them, I am just not sure how mature a student needs to be to get the message.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11L3S4TPFGIRN?ASIN=0439023521	amaaaazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">OMG THE BEST BOOK I HAVE EVER READ AND I LOOOVE IT! it is a little gruesome but in a way , it has to be. It really makes you think... i luv that book omg omg omg it was sooooooooo good!!!<br/><br/>GREAT FOR ALL PEOPLE!<br/><br/> IF YOU HAVE NOT READ THIS BOOK I HIGHLY RECOMEND IT !</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RD0EDZ153USHA?ASIN=0439023521	Love it!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I fell in love with Katniss and Peeta almost instantly.  The story line was easy to follow and I had a hard time putting the book down at all if ever.  I think it ended in just the right way, not to suspense full but just enough to make you anticipate the next book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QOBQDJ4GTGDJ?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I haven't read much but i am liking what i am reading...can't put it down</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2T6AMP0RARCFS?ASIN=0439023521	Must Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am in the majority when I say that I could not put it down. Great read!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MTPEPUC654P2?ASIN=0439023521	This was a riveting read!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really didn't think that I would like this book. But when I reached the third chapter I knew that I had picked up a great read. I'm glad that I took the suggestion of a friend to read this book. I went ahead and ordered the whole trilogy online for a great price!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3Q2L0CGX968LI?ASIN=0439023521	Fabulous read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not put this book down -- in fact I read the trilogy in one week, which is no small feat for the mother of a two-year old!  Gripping story, realistic characters, thought provoking (but light-handed) commentary on our society.  I can't wait for the movie!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VZYDPDW9Q8I1?ASIN=0439023521	Good book but not worth the hype	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this book but have to say it wasn't worth the hype.  I mean I was expecting Harry Potter to the nth power.  I don't want to give the impression that this wasn't a really good book because it was.  But I think the hype outran the actual quality.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1R1S79WNR2YOE?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games a Hit	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I devoured the trilogy in three days - fantastic.<br/>The writing wasn't overly ""flowery"", the story was fascinating and moved along.<br/>The plot is refreshingly unique.<br/>I cared about the characters.<br/>GREAT BOOK - Hope the movie is well cast and does it justice...</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2F572M1FVVPNY?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">😎</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34SKWV6MMOFRX?ASIN=0439023521	Three Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Ok</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWIWWVAYWHFAZ?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">ok</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUIWVHRDOU3WZ?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">😊</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34W8MPVA71T45?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">:)</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3ETMYEY39ISQT?ASIN=0439023521	Three Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">ok</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FPHANFMW6VOA?ASIN=0439023521	Five Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">OK</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25GNX15PYIL4F?ASIN=0439023521	Three Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">ok</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HVBR2S9MXQ1S?ASIN=0439023521	Three Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">OK</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2H3OC9DJZSWPJ?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">👍</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R106MKID8DHHIK?ASIN=0439023521	Riveting!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I became so emotionally involved in this book... i couldn't put it down. Also a huge bonus that my 13-year-old daughter and i could read it simultaneously on our kindles and discuss it. such a thought-provoking story! can't wait to begin book 2... right now!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R175QBDM8EOKEO?ASIN=0439023521	Gripping!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Gripping from the first page to the last.  I can't wait for the sequel!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RB2KQSX9UO69V?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The first book in the trilogy offered a thrilling adventure into this future world. The fierce drive of heroine Katniss as she strives to return to those she loves is enduring, but it is ultimately her compassion that truly ignites a spark. Wonderful read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1J3PGZPXDG33C?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games--Entertainment at its Worst	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I realize that I am of the older generation, but as a teacher of Junior High School students for 25 years, I am appalled that so many in our society are comfortable with and rate so highly, books and a movie of 12 to 18 year old children hunting down and killing each other when the obvious reason is for the entertainment of society. (All televised.)  Have we regressed to Roman times when gladiators fought to the death or when people were fed to the lions in the arenas for entertainment of the masses?<br/><br/>Why are we so offended by the killing of bulls in bullfighting, killing of dogs or chickens in dog and chicken fighting, but not in the killing of children?  Are we desensitizing our children and our society even more than what our vicious, violent movies are doing?  Just remember, when we devalue life so, it will be easier for the young to not only kill each other, but also the elderley, the infirm, etc.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2M0MZI2R92K62?ASIN=0439023521	Loved this book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Even though this story has been told a similar way a dozen times before this book is ridiculously awesome to read. I read this book in less than 2 days. Highly recommend this book. I have absolutely no idea how anyone can give this book less than 5 stars.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZTRZHSGEHYHJ?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger For More	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was loaned this Hunger For More from a friend. I was wonderfully surprised at the depth of the characters, storylines, twists, and turns.  If you enjoyed this, you'll also enjoy <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Nick-Aldo-Mysteries-Escaping-The-Rain/dp/B003JMF7CC"">Nick Aldo Mysteries (Escaping The Rain)</a></span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30EMAKC9FK9OB?ASIN=0439023521	One that I will end up reading over and over.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Catniss is an addictive character it is nearly impossible not to identify with in one way or another. It is a rare thing to find books that don't in some way seem to be knockoffs of others, and this is genuinely unique and enthralling.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZCWEPIYG4P8E?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was so good that I couldn't put it down. Humanity is in shambles but, the underdog lives to tell a great tale. You will thoroughly enjoy this book. The what-ifs of this tale really make you wonder. Hhhmmm, what would you do?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34LIGBBIX4R4M?ASIN=0439023521	riveting... intense... romantic... suspenseful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is a book of adventure, suspense, romance, and so much more. The author has done a magnificent job of combining the best of all of the genres into this amazing book. You feel yourself being pulled into the lives of the characters.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R98CC0EFVNWFU?ASIN=0439023521	WOW	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was outstanding the movie isnt even half as good as the books plus it has a great price, i read the trilogy and they are definetly one of the BEst books ive EVER read i would read this trilogy 3 times over and not get bored</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24MHE4LUMB8RI?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger Games is a brilliant book. There is not another book or series like this.Make sure you read all the books in the series. I thoroughly enjoyed this book and highly recommend it. I am counting the days until the movie comes out.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZQE8CJII96VU?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for more...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent writing, super story, well developed characters. This series leaves you wanting more! A high school student recommended the books and I spent the weekend reading the series.  What a fun change to be on the receiving end.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ST2W5EM1NTX6?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great read. So many twists and turns keeps the reader guessing what will come next. Characters are so detailed and their personalities are wonderfully intertwined with each other. Read this book.... Read this Trilogy!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNITCKXYK64LV?ASIN=0439023521	I loved this book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this book. I loved the female lead Katniss who was very straong and able to look after herself. The book was full tension and excitement. I enjoyed it so much that I now intend to read book two. 5 massive stars!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AAV27FK28DHN?ASIN=0439023521	A deadly romace you can't put down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was filled with deadly romance, unsuspected friends, loving someone so much you would risk your life, hunger, death, and an urge to survive. This book won't dissapoint. 5 stars isn't good enough to describe this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R178ORHA0K9F5L?ASIN=0439023521	truly breathtaking...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this is a book i could'nt put down and spent as much time as i could reading as much as i could. from start to finish nonstop suspense every chapter left me wanting more. i truly can't wait to read Catching Fire and Mockingjay.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3R6FQMSKYL5G0?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was a bit hesitant about this book, but after having my students tell me to read it and finally my hair dresser, I gave it a go.  Read through it and the second book very quickly and now can't wait until the third comes out!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14UD2R18YHPMT?ASIN=0439023521	F	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">McHugh bbbbbbbb.  Bob 'm mm 'm 'm non j non n n n n n n n n n m</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NQ6X4NUZZSSH?ASIN=0439023521	FANTASTIC	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a wonderful, exciting book. It keeps you hungry for more!! It will keep you on the edge of your seat. The best thing to do is order all three at one time, so you can finish what you start! I want to see the movie now!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1T3ENA9OWQBZ0?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was traumatizing, shocking, amazingly plotted, beautiful characters and marvelous comparison of different societies and how people live (as in America vs. a third world country). Extremely revealing of human nature.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWDI2R6GJNG3T?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book.  It kept my attention the entire time. I read it in two days (which meant I didn't do much else but read) but it was totally worth it.  Two thumbs up, can't wait to read the next one!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CL2EOOMEP1P1?ASIN=0439023521	THE HUNGER GAMES BOOK REVIEW	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I purchased this book about a month ago and i really have to say it was sent to me quickly in about 3 days and it was in perfect conditions. i always buy any type of item through amazon and i have no regrets till this day.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1J1255PUEB0TL?ASIN=0439023521	great for ya and adults!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">don't pass this one up!  you will be pleasantly surprised at how addicted you become to reading it.  You're better off buying the bundle (3 books) and saving a few bucks because you won't be able to read this one and stop.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15GC27E66F90F?ASIN=0439023521	d	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Yyuuuuhhh g g t t ggg b ggg  vvvfv fv f bg v vvv c vv f f f  f</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZYLZNQY7OHA4?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was amazing. I just wanted to read it to see what the fuss was all about! I ended up downloading them to my IPad and read all 3 books!!! Once you start reading the first one you won't be able to put them down!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OZPISZ89H6MD?ASIN=0439023521	You must read this amazing book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">You must read this book! I read probably about fifty books a year and this is the best book I have read so far this year! You will love this series if you like strong heroines and lots of action. I highly recommend it!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24HH9NE8I6FOG?ASIN=0439023521	Three Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't like the ending. I wish she would have killed Peeta.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SH26TXINGYBD?ASIN=0439023521	Three Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you've seen the movie Battle Royale, this basically is it.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TJ873JLVMY2N?ASIN=0439023521	Humiliating highlight the ten commandments	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It great hvvvvvvvvvvgvg g g g g h grub g g g h tv h h h b v h</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R223PR9S3YEMBE?ASIN=0439023521	Super Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was shockingly surprised how easily I got hooked on the first book in the trilogy. I immediately downloaded the other two. It kept me spellbound from the very beginning. Love downloading ebooks on my ipad. Too easy!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32D4ZBS5MGO7H?ASIN=0439023521	Three Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book is entertaining and easily read in one or two days.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMNC2SBICLL6B?ASIN=0439023521	Short of 5 stars but great!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had never read any book like this one before and I became hooked from the beginning. I thought it was nicely done even though the theme was break dark pitting the kids against each other. Still very entertaining.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TLTOM68DSS5K?ASIN=0439023521	Gripping, worth all of my time!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was outstanding! I told my husband he should have never let me start reading these books. I am to the final one and about half-way through and I have trouble concentrating wondering what will happen next!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R394PXJJ8BIA1K?ASIN=0439023521	Enthralling	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had a hard time putting this book down.  The characters were well developed and I enjoyed the way the book was written.  Once I started reading I finished all 3 books in about a week.  The story is captivating.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11CTYDWTHZ0HD?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games ...page by page... involved	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Was one of the best books I have read in 40 years. Is great for school assignments. Series is wonderful and is an asset to the collection of anyone's library, big or small. It is very very hard to put down. Bravo</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3Q78D8SPJXTV2?ASIN=0439023521	Never got it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I purchased this book digitally but I never received it.  It was the first time I've ever did the digital book and think I'll just stick to the real thing.  Sure maybe cheaper but not if you don't get the book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2F6W7X31V8KB3?ASIN=0439023521	Completely Breathtaking	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow. I was unable to put this book down. I have to say, I have no idea how a story with this much description could have lured me in so quickly. It had me on the edge of my seat. Can't wait to read the second!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IUJD7EVH4NKR?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love reading exciting books like this, it is full of suspense and action.<br/><br/>The only problem is that the book is filled with complicated vocabulary words. I recommend this book to<br/><br/>high school students.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35LR6AHTTTRRY?ASIN=0439023521	My Hunger Games Reciew	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i really liked the book..... my mom bought it for me april 4th 2012 after i begged her for it and i finished it that night…… i can only read  book that quick if im interested in it........ i enjoyed it......</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RU9B8LVSU15Y?ASIN=0439023521	This and the two books that followed became glued to my hands the moment I opened them.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">WHAT AN ADVENTURE! I am a college student and read the entire trilogy in 36 hours (non consecutively.) My only problem with the series: I could not bring myself to put them down to do actual schoolwork! =]</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2T2IM5C3E3MKU?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games= BEST BOOK IN THE WORLD!!! :D	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">OMGEE.... i don`t know how awesome this book is!!! its beyond awesome!!! its the BEST. its the most exciting book out of the trilogy. a must read. whoever didn`t like the hunger games is missing out!!! :P</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Y2RPD9KH1A0S?ASIN=0439023521	Great!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great book! I'm halfway done with the second and I can't put it down. They're so different from everything else out there. Very creative storytelling and they are going to make fabulous movies!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JE5MK2UAUS9B?ASIN=0439023521	Compelling must-read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Thought provoking, philosophically challenging, romantic (but not sticky sweet or hypersexualized), action-packed, complex, heart-pounding. Emotions all over the map! Everyone in the world must read this.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MV03R0M9DVV4?ASIN=0439023521	great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Although this is targeted for teen readers, I could not put it down. It has a great plot line and is very well written. I wish I had bought the whole series all at once instead of just ordering the first.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R328VE2VIZZRHV?ASIN=0439023521	Better than Harry Potter	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My husband, daughter, and I all read and loved this book. The main character is a strong and smart girl, but it's certainly not just a book for girls. There's a little near romance (can't wait to see what happens in books 2 an 3), but it's not just a beach read. The main thing we all love about the book is how the main character thinks things through and what she doesn't see/understand because of her youth/essential innocence. I don't want to give anything away, but this is a MUST READ for everyone who's ever (1) watched a reality tv show, (2) been a teenager, (3) thought about war, (4) thought about how to solve world hunger, or (5) liked reading! (My daughter really did say she liked this better than HP.)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IHNFHCTKIKJA?ASIN=0439023521	None	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">BEST BOOK EVER!!!! couldn't put it down! er, turn it off...this book is so full of suspense, romance, some violence, but it's one of my favorite books now! exactly the kind of book i absolutely LOVE!!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DTKUU650E51R?ASIN=0439023521	One of the best	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is an amazing book. I have the other 2 in the series as well but don't want to start reading them until I get through all the other books that I'm reading right now because when I started reading this book I couldn't pay attention to anything else. I couldn't think about anything else until I finished this book either. I've only read a handful of books this good. I myself a young adult I didn't think that there was anything too bad in the book blood and gore wise but I wouldn't recommend this book for people under 10 because there are a few parts. This book is amazing and wonderful in every way if you are thinking about it think no more. Go for it!!!! HOPE the 2nd is as good as the 1st!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2M2ZEC1RVUFV2?ASIN=0439023521	couldnt put this book down..or the next 2!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">absolutely addicting!!! i have never been held in such suspense and anticipation as much as i felt when reading this book...Collins definitely has a unique power with, and use of, words</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1C313SL6DO3G8?ASIN=0439023521	Delicious trash	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I haven't had so much fun reading pop culture trash since I was in middle school. Loved it!! Great fun,brake it to the beach or on a long flight. I read the whole thing in about four hours.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCRRYK6695C8N?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is an intense and good book. I only read it for 3 days and it has almost 400 pages. It is also very believably written and will have you guessing to the end. I would recommend this book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3EES0LXOT6I85?ASIN=0439023521	Okay quality	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book arrived in good condition, however it was missing the jacket to the book. I was a little disappointed about this. The book still arrived in a timely manner and in new condition.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PPFDTBB8RO6P?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is an amazing book I'm so glad I listened to my friend and purchased it. I am now moving on to the second part of the trilogy and I can't wait until the movie premieres next year.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3U1WSI2PEEMO1?ASIN=0439023521	Couldnt put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">highly suggest it as reading material for young and old alike.  it is an excellent story that doesnt have a fairy tale ending OR a bombshell disappointment as you read the last words.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DAS9H10SEXPQ?ASIN=0439023521	Spectacular!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The hunger games by Suzanne Collins is one of the best books I have read. The writing is just superb.  Well thought out and really interesting. I would recomend this book to anyone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22K53DIBIYAS1?ASIN=0439023521	Very Nice	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very good book, well written. One of those that you just can't put down until your done. My suggestion, go ahead and buy the others in the series. You won't wanna wait to finish it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2P8BHFHHDY0M4?ASIN=0439023521	The Hungar Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was a little skeptical about this book at first because usually top hit books are not that good (in my opinion) but I was way off with this book. It was amazing! And very hard to put down :) I was very addicted that I read this book before any of the others and found myself thinking of it constantly when I was working. Lol, couldn't wait to go on breaks, lunches, and just get home so I could read more. A definate book to read and a great addition to your book shelf at home.<br/><br/>All in all this was a fantastic book and I can't wait to read the next one! Hope you love it as much as I did! Enjoy!<br/><br/><a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Hunger-Games/dp/0439023521"">The Hunger Games</a></span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1AE8MIACV5Y8B?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely loved this book. From beginning to end I was drawn in and couldn't put it down. The premise is unique, the characters are very developed, and it keeps you on your toes.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZQ3NBNCW0AJB?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put the Hunger Games down! This book is amazing! Every Chapter will have you on the edge of your bed. I was in suspense the whole book, wondering what would happen next.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R60QESJ09TKIS?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Co I o o o o I l<br/> D d d Dr e d e d d d d xxx s</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXMI2N7EK1Q9D?ASIN=0439023521	Great beginning	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The best book of the series.  Could not put this down, ended up blowing through the book in a day, and purchasing the the rest of the series.  A must read for teenagers &amp; adults.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RB67DWFN8MV8R?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is an excellent book that kept me riveted for the different twist and turns.  It catches your attention and makes you want more.  I would definitely recommend it to others</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LDDH2YYEFJJL?ASIN=0439023521	Neither the plot nor the writing style was worth the time I spent reading this.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After hearing so many people raving about this book, I finally decided to read it (after all, it's only $5.50 on Kindle). However, I regret spending my money to find out what was so great about it, because I was not impressed at all. The end left me feeling dissatisfied (and this has nothing to do with the cliff-hanger).<br/><br/>First, the writing style was problematic (for me, at least). As soon as I started reading this book, I was extremely put off by all the fragmented sentences. In my opinion, the only place unstructured sentences (i.e. sentences without a proper subject and verb, dependent clauses put by themselves as sentences, etc.) are acceptable are in conversations and perhaps some orations. This, however, is neither; this is a narration.<br/><br/>That's not the only nauseating aspect of the writing, unfortunately. I encountered multiple horrifying comma splices (commas put between independent clauses, where ordinarily it would be best to insert a semicolon). And, worse than all that, two errors that the editors ought to have caught—""proceeds"" instead of ""precedes"", and ""being ironic"" instead of ""being sarcastic"". These are common errors, but for me such mistakes certainly lower the credibility of the writing, be it fiction or nonfiction.<br/>That said, now and then I came across sections of writing that were interesting enough for me to overlook such things. However, this book did not enthral me; I did not feel, as others did, urgently compelled to read on.<br/><br/>And the content? I found it very unrealistic and silly. I did not like Katniss, and have a hard time understanding why Peeta likes her so much. She's seems to be self-absorbed, and stays essentially one-dimensional throughout the novel. And there is no moral/philosophical thinking (as there should be in a world fraught with such moral dilemmas). The Games are simply accepted for what they are, and Katniss is in no way fundamentally different from the other players—she is willing to kill (though coincidentally she escapes having to do so most of the time).<br/><br/>There was no guidance in the book about what one ought to think of the Games. I finished the book feeling as though it was a fictional news article with no real goal, except to describe what happened. It was essentially pointless.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13V50M91O2LN5?ASIN=0439023521	The Book is not nice enough	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The author of the book made the book much worse than it should be. The book, in fact, has a new and surprisingly plot, and a interesting metaphor. But because of the lack of detailed writing, the book became a bad book. The main story of the book is the title, The Hunger Games, and it has a metaphor of the bad results for domination of big countries. But the author didn't use the detailed writing to show those themes, metaphors as well as it should be.<br/>  When I started to read the book, I found the book might be interesting. My favorite science-fiction book is the Lord of The Rings, and the book showed a full and interesting world. I thought that the Hunger Games will also made me have the same feeling, because at the start of the book, I found that the book was also trying to show a whole world, the details about the world, and that’s the part I'm really interested in. But I became disappointed in an hour. The book came back to the little place, and only talked about the main characters, and the Hunger Game. But if the author showed that she wanted to make a long and interesting book and show what the whole world will be like, this kind of writing make people really disappointed. Instead of making a attractive story and world, the author chose to write a book which is similar to other minor magical novel. I felt even more disappointed when I saw the part of love between Peeta and Katniss, because I have read lots of popular books like that. Those plots might make the book a popular book, but it will never make this book a notable book, and Twilight is a famous example of this kind of book. I always thought that the Lord of The Rings is one of the best magical novels, though I also loved A Song of Ice and Fire, and Harry Potter is also an interesting book, but the author's detailed writing isn't nice enough, and I think that the Hunger Games is a book much worse than those books, because both the details writing of the author and the plots of the story isn't exuberant. The story might make the readers feel new and curious, but because of the author's works, the book became a normal fashion book, and I don't think it will be remembered by readers after a few years.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ATUML8EF7T4?ASIN=0439023521	A dystopian fairytale with a strong feminist protagonist.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins was published in 2008 by Scholastic Press and is the first book in a critically acclaimed young adult trilogy.  Her military father and his deployment to Vietnam when she was just six years old influenced Ms. Collins' writing . She got her start writing for children's television where she received awards. (Collins, web) When asked if she wrote to attract both male and female readers, Ms. Collins said, ""Whenever I write a story, I hope it appeals to both boys and girls. But maybe in its simplest form, it's having a female protagonist in a gladiator story, which traditionally features a male. It's an unexpected choice. Or I don't know, maybe the futuristic, grim nature of the story is larger than that. I wouldn't care who was the lead in a good dystopian story.""(Hudson).<br/>A good dystopian story is exactly what The Hunger Games is. Some critics tried to argue that it was just another teen angst love triangle story, but one critic, Katha Pollitt pointed out that, ""The whole plot turns on Katniss being so romantically uninterested in Peeta, her fellow District 12 Games contestant, she doesn't realize he's in love with her. And, "" As for ""guy number two"" back home, the devastatingly handsome Gale (Liam Hemsworth), Katniss only fleetingly thinks there might be more than friendship there. Mostly she is just trying to survive without becoming a horrible person.""(Pollitt).  The story takes place in a post-appocolyptic America now called Panem where twelve districts work under substandard conditions to provide food and products for the ultra wealthy inhabitants of The Capitol.  To remind the downtrodden proletariat not to risk revolting again one male and one female child are taken from each district once a year and forced to fight to the death in an appalling reality television program enjoyed by the Capitol residents and endured by the District residents.  It is difficult to miss the social commentary on America's dependence on goods produced in third world nations as well as our love for the cruel behavior exhibited on current reality television programming.<br/> There are so many ethical lessons illustrated in this fast paced book, that it could provide lesson plans and project ideas in classrooms for at least a semester.  One sociologist, Amber Simmons, wrote, ""Class on Fire: Using the Hunger Games Trilogy to Encourage Social Action,"" an academic paper detailing how teachers across America have used The Hunger Games to encourage high school students to get involved in their communities.  The book's theme of hunger has encouraged kids to work in food banks, conspicuous consumption  leads to recycling, children warriors lead to outreach for child soldiers in Uganda and working to end human trafficking at home and abroad.(Simmons). As Ms. Simmons said, ""But language arts teachers have a responsibility to make our students conscious of such difficult issues, not to turn away from them.""(Simmons).  Turning a blind eye, or spectator guilt is another theme of The Hunger Games, as the outlandish populace of The Capitol think only of the Tributes as fodder for their entertainment, not starving children forced to do unthinkable deeds.<br/>There are some characters that choose to help, who see the injustice and use their talents to oppose President Snow, the evil villain of this fairytale.  One such character is Cinna, the show's stylist who, like Cinderella's Fairy Godmother, designs a dress to impress and sway the Capitol audience in Katniss' favor.  But it is Katniss' intelligence, strength and skill that keep her and Peeta alive in the arena. If it is a love story, it is a reluctant one, with a lead female character who has no desire for children or love, only survival for herself and her family.<br/><br/>Works Cited<br/><br/>Collins, Suzanne. The Hunger Games. New York.  Scholastic, 2009. Print.<br/>Collins, Suzanne. Biography, Suzanne Collins Books.com. Web. 3 Nov.2013.<br/>Hudson, Hannah Trierweiler. ""Sit Down With Suzanne Collins."" Instructor 120.2<br/> (2010): 51. Master FILE Premier. Web. 3 Nov. 2013.<br/>Pollitt, Katha. ""The Hunger Games' Feral Feminism."" Nation 294.17 (2012): 10.<br/> Political Science Complete. Web. 3 Nov. 2013.<br/>Simmons, Amber M. ""Class On Fire: Using The Hunger Games Trilogy To Encourage<br/> Social Action."" Journal Of Adolescent &amp; Adult Literacy 56.1 (2012): 22-34.<br/> Professional Development Collection. Web. 3 Nov. 2013.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RX30O71T2W1Q?ASIN=0439023521	its okay	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">At first I thought this book was so amazing and everyone who didnt like it was a loser, but as I thought more about this book i found more and more flaws that make this book confusing and unrealistic in so many ways. Dont get me wrong though the writing style is fantastic and to see this dystopian world was very interesting.<br/><br/>Here are the flaws. First off there is no way that the whole continent thought it was sick but did nothing about it.Slavery went on for decades in the U.S but people tried to stop it from happening atleast because some people dont have to be taught that owning someone is wrong. Some how cinna is the only one in the whole entire population of the capitol who knows this is sick but he is a stylist for the the very thing he thinks is horrible? It gets better to he even said he would bet on katniss to win any way so i guess he condradicts himself making this character confusing and i really have no idea how to connect to this character like your supposed in good books because his actions and words do not speak the same thing. i dont know what his motives are or his personality.<br/><br/>Second is that the author wrote a very mature premise for teenagers? There was a lot of potential in this book. I think Battle Royale and Divergent really captured that. So once again she basically tried to make healthy icecream and everyone loved it.....wtf.<br/><br/>Third katniss is very selfish and mean. She could not have won unless other people helped her in every single scnario in the games.she wouldnt have gotten away from clove if it werent for th boy from district9. She wouldnt have killed glimmer if it werent for rue. she wouldve been dead if it werent for thresh. etc etc. Apparently she is a strong female role. Bitch do something yourself then you can be a strong female role.<br/><br/>Fourth I really wanted to know more but i couldnt because she was so vague on her dystopian world i was confused when i kept reading the series. Koushan Takami (author of ""battle royale"") and Veronica Roth (author of ""divergent"") created their dystopian worlds in clear way so i didnt have to make up parts of the novel so it would make sense like the hunger games. For instance you only saw maybe half the people die in the book and i wanted to know what happened to half the other tributes.Or maybe the setting i wanted to know because North america doesnt really cut it. a map of panem would have been really helpful so i could know how big each district is or if the capitol is half the population or not because that would explain why nobody revolted earlier but that does bring up how in the world did they beat the capitol? there are so many question about this world but the book doesnt bring answers.<br/><br/>So i conclude with this i thought it was okay not even good and i have so many questoins about this book i really want some answers or opinions about this.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GSK5TPKD5CSE?ASIN=0439023521	Never Saw This Coming, Fantastic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Is there a point to reviewing this title? I mean really. It's almost like reviewing Lord of the Rings. Not to imply that Collins is the next Tolkien or anything. Far from it. My point it that as of penning this commentary there are more than seventy seven thousand reviews posted to Goodreads alone. Composing anything more doesn't serve much a purpose. Oh well, I review for my own amusement so let's get on with it, shall we?<br/><br/>Collins can thank a good friend of mine for yet another five star review. Not literally of course. Having a blockbuster movie to her credit, I'm sure Collins is long past reading individual reviews. I should probably give Superman a shout out though. Without his recommendation I never would have bothered with the book in the first place. The Hunger Games first came to my attention via Goodreads and let's just say the tween hype surrounding the book was a major turn off. Much like Twilight, the book started showing up everywhere, relevant to the discussion at hand or not. I made a snap judgment and pretty much avoided the title like the plague. Then I received this recommendation. Ordinarily I would check out the blurb, debate if I was in the mood for the genre, probably browse a review or two, but I have a few friends with infallible taste in lit. They tell me I should read something and without a moment of hesitation, I track down a copy. As usual, his taste was spot on.<br/><br/>Now I recently reviewed Susan Ee's Angelfall and I have to say, I enjoyed Katniss Everdeen for many of the same reasons I enjoyed Penryn Young. It is true, she has a certain aptitude for the bow but her talents are born out of a need to survive. She isn't perfection personified, the fantasy of every male comes in contact with or unusually gifted as say Bella Swan, Rory Deveaux, or Tessa Grey. Yes, I am that shallow. I pointed fingers and named names, but don't jump down my throat just yet. There isn't anything wrong with these heroines. I simply prefer the strength of character Collins features in Katniss as opposed to the inherent exceptional abilities of her counterparts.<br/><br/>Moving on. For those who don't follow my reviews, I pretty much gave up on the Infernal Devices trilogy because I am sick to death of what has become a staple of young adult lit: the love triangle. Well, that and Clare's obvious obsession with Will's blue eyes but that is another story entirely. That in mind, Collins has me eating crow. I can hardly believe that in less than a month I am turning around and admitting I was wrong. Does this make me a hypocrite? Probably. Do I care? Not particularly. Why not? I'm so happy you asked.<br/><br/>Gale and Peeta aren't engaged in a pissing match over a hopelessly smitten heroine who is all but begging to rip off her clothes. Collins, unlike some other authors, opts instead for a more conservative approach to teenage romance. Her heroine, Katniss, is conflicted but at this point in the game, she doesn't know how she feels about either boy. She has a relationship with Gale, but as yet, he has made no move to indicate a romantic interest and though she has no established relationship with Peeta prior to the Reaping, he declared his feelings quite plainly on live television. That's pretty much it. Now, I think it is obvious Collins intends to develop the idea in the following installments but she doesn't allow it to overshadow the rest of the piece and for that reason, and that reason I am willing to let the issue slide.<br/><br/>So if The Hunger Games isn't mired is a sea of melodramatic drivel, what does Collins spend twenty nine chapters writing about? To be perfectly frank, she takes the road less traveled and offers up an honest to God, solidly constructed, fast-paced, hang on to your butts cause you wont believe what happens next, page turning piece of fiction. I wont go into the details. I'd end up spoiling something for the those few individuals who haven't yet jumped on The Hunger Games bandwagon. Suffice it to say that this is one of the few occasions I believe the author deserving of the royalties garnered through the film adaptation of their work.<br/><br/>Generally speaking I like to add a note of criticism to my reviews, but in regards to The Hunger Games, I got nothing. Either I never identified an issue or I was so blown away by the story that I completely forgot I had one. Collins, I tip my hat to you.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12G8PD8RCWQWT?ASIN=0439023521	You Are Reading A Screenplay, Not A Novel	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the story, but I sure didn't care much for the book(s).<br/><br/>The ""trilogy"" was clearly a way to sell three books instead of one, and I found that a little irritating. Of course, I have no idea how it really went, but I would suspect that Ms. Collins submitted a single draft, was offered a three book deal, and then simply broke the single draft up into three books, because as the story starts out you know exactly how it's going to end, and the whole story could have easily been told in one book by using normal-sized print, rather than large font and double or triple spacing.<br/><br/>Book one, The Hunger Games, is full of action, and is a good story as stories go. But a real trilogy functions as three connected, but independent books. The Hunger Games ends without a conclusion, and as such is not a standalone novel. Nor are either of the other two books. Sadly, when you finish The Hunger Games and are left hanging you know you've been had, and that this series has been marketed simply as a money-grab. The function of book two, Catching Fire, is simply to drag things out until book three. And book three, Mockingjay, is truly an ordeal to finish. Plot-wise, this one-story-in-three-payments reads out in the childish predictability of a romance novel.<br/><br/>Even for a young adult fantasy/sci-fi, the number of pure conveniences used to make the story work is a little silly. Things appear in midair as a convenience so that other things can happen, quick sentences paraphrase events that we are told, but not shown. And by the time you get book three you realize there's no real satisfactory dénouement coming, and that's what happens. The entire story just ends with a little internal monologue describing what happened. For the author, it's simply the easy way out<br/><br/>All that said and done, one has to accept that this is a story that should never have been published, but rather written right off the bat as a screenplay. It's the description of a cinematic display, where camera and costumes do the work. It is not literature, not a novel or real trilogy in a literary sense.  There is no real writing per se. There's fast action story, a description of events, and a predictable but nonetheless intriguing plot. What's missing are all the elements of good writing, good fiction, and a real good read, such as setting, character, significant detail and texture. You read this book, you don't feel it. You are told, not shown. You follow what's happening, you don't visualize it. And it leaves you hoping that the publishing industry hasn't decided that mainstream America is now more interested in sixth grade comic book heroes, rather than real life character driven stories, written by authors who know how to write.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33T8I12W0NRCL?ASIN=0439023521	Very entertaining, but not without flaws.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had never heard of this book until the movie dropped a few months back. I intitially ignored the whole thing thinking it was in line with adolescent hype the Twilight series generates. After a while I ended up hearing enough about the premise of the story to have my interest piqued. I just finished reading the Hunger Games and found the book very interesting. I definitely want to see the movie now. I do have to admit that by the end of the book I was somewhat disappointed. It did come up a bit short in my mind, but not by much. Without giving up too much detail for those who may not have read the story yet, I want to briefly discuss what is right with book (most of it) and what I found wrong (some of it).<br/>  First of all, I found no problem with the level at which the book was written. Some of the more scholarly and well read types obviously complain about the writing style and use of grammar by Collins. Im sure these types could point to some supposed masterfully crafted work by an obscure French or British novelist that more eloquently covers some of the themes and topics brought forth by The Hunger Games. The problem with many literary masterpieces is that the level of the writing is just too esoteric for the common reader. We cant relate to it. I have no problem with The Hunger Games style at all. I am in no way an academic but I do like to read often. Yes the book is written with young adults in mind, but I do not think it panders to the least educated among them. It is written in a easy to digest, everyman type way but the style does not seem overly simplistic to me. It should be palatable enough to readers of all levels.<br/>  I thought the book was expertly paced and quite enthralling from the beginning up to the time of the Katniss (main character, well written) and Rue (interesting side character) alliance. After this point, I felt the story bogged down a bit. The story seemed to get a bit more preoccupied with hunger and the acquisition of resources. I know the book is called ""The Hunger Games"" but I found the descriptions of day after day of Katniss hunting, eating and sleeping, and trying to give Haymitch and the audience the show they wanted to see in order to receive ""gifts"" a bit tiresome. Yes Collins wanted to show the desperation and the Spartan conditions the tributes were operating under, but day by day descriptions became a bit repetitive. I reached a point where I was all too ready for the final showdown. But on a whole I would say 75-80% of the book was an absolute nailbiter.<br/>  I also had a slight problem with how events with the Tributes played out. We all know that the Capital is set up to be the real menace in this story. They oppress the people of the Districts and are responsible for these brutal Hunger Games. However, the Capital is an obstacle that is not really addressed in this story. Most likely to be saved for the later books. So in essence, the Capital is like a program running in the background on a computer; its taking up memory and consuming a bit of power, but it mostly goes unnoticed. Because of this Cato is the biggest baddie of the story. The problem with this is that Cato is not interesting in the least bit. A tribute, bigger and stronger than the rest, trained from day one to compete in and win the Hunger Games. He is unhinged and rabid and utterly BORING!!! One dimensional characters like this make the reader look for nothing more than their inevitable deaths. We care nothing of Cato's back story or motivations and they are not offered. A character like his should be cannon fodder, not the main nemesis.<br/>  The far more intriguing Tributes were two whose stories concluded most unsatisfyingly. One was an enigmatic physical specimen that seemed to be even more imposing than Cato. This Tribute was more interesting because the reader was left wondering how he was surviving in the Arena, by himself, in an area unknown to the others. His menace also seemed more unsettling than Cato's because there appeared to be more depth and calculation to his existence. This was the Tribute I was always wondering about and fearing as I read the book. He appeared to have brains, brawn, resourcefulness and enough depth to leave the reader caring a bit about his back story. By contrast, Cato was more unleashed dog or runaway train. More linear and simplistic. I sensed with Cato that he would simply come storming into a scene at some point in the book looking for blood. No stealth or calculation.<br/>  The other Tribute who stole scenes (no pun intended) was the one described as being fox like, the most intelligent, wily and crafty. You also wanted to see how she was making it out in the Arena with no apparent alliances. You wondered when and if she might pop up to sneakily kill one of the Tributes for their supplies. You always got a sense she was watching Katniss throughout her time in the Arena. You wondered how and where her skills were forged. I will leave my thoughts on these two Tributes here, for those who have not read the book or seen the movie.<br/>  One of the complaints you sometimes hear about The Hunger Games is the amount of violence. I found the violence in it to be rather pedestrian, considering the theme of the book. Its not overly graphic in its descriptions of the deaths and really only a few are even described at all. Most occur outside of the narrative and you only really know when the deaths are reported at the end of each day. What probably troubles people about the violence most is that it is all committed by or upon people between the ages of 12 and 18. It is sort of taboo to depict violence happening to and by children in our society. But I found the violence to be neither excessive, once again considering the book's theme, or perverse.<br/>  All in all I found the book to be thoroughly entertaining and would recommend it. The flaws I perceived are easily overlooked considering the far more apparent strengths.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R383UQCAYFTE6V?ASIN=0439023521	Moral Dillema	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Months back when the first rumblings about The Hunger Games began I wanted to first read the books and if they were enjoyable, I would go catch the movie. Suzanne Collins wrote a compelling story. It moved forward violently at times. It was skeptical about the first person narrative but it worked for this story. What Collins did with making Katniss likeable was brilliant. Collins tells Katniss is not likelable and also has her killing people and yet you still can't help sympathize with her and like her. This may be her biggest success and also the biggest problem with the book. Douglas Wilson wrote about the moral dilemma intrinsic in the gladiatorial Hunger Games.<br/><br/>Some have found fault with his logic but they have missed the point. Wilson is not arguing against killing in war or for corporeal punishment. He's arguing that killing in a forced entertainment game is wrong. I think he's right. There is a moral conundrum. You can hear it when Gale and Katniss are talking about the games right before Katniss is being taken to the Capitol.<br/><br/>  ""Katniss, it's just hunting. You're the best hunter I know,"" says Gale.<br/><br/>  ""It's not just hunting. They're armed. They think,"" I say.<br/><br/>  ""So do you. And you've had more practice. Real practice,"" he says. ""You know how to kill.""<br/><br/>  ""Not people,"" I say.<br/><br/>  ""How different can it be, really?"" says Gale grimly.<br/><br/>Collins, Suzanne (2009-09-01). The Hunger Games (p. 40). Scholastic Books. Kindle Edition.<br/><br/>The games themselves kept grating me and I couldn't put my finger on it. As I watched the movie Monday night, it came to me. The Hunger Games are frightening because it's real. We've already seen these kinds of gladiatorial games back in Rome. And Collins combined an historically horrific reality with a present American obsession, reality TV. Is The Hunger Games then so unimaginable? I don't think so. The right circumstances. The right compulsion. And this could be us.<br/><br/>And Christians have already shown their fortitude and willingness to die in the coliseum. Christians have been put in a similar situation and they chose death. Therefore, brothers and sisters, be vigilant. Read discerningly. And walk in obedience to the gospel amongst the most difficult circumstances.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CQT1IZ3WGOCU?ASIN=0439023521	Let the 74th Annual Hunger Games Begin!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Happy Hunger Games! And may the odds be ever in your favor..<br/><br/>But let's keep it real there is nothing Happy about the hunger games.  I saw this movie before I read the book and I must say the movie does the book no justice, you can't feel the love coming from the movie like it radiates of the pages of this book.  I received the Hunger Games collector's edition in a prize package from BookBuzzr.  Even though the movie told me the basics I wanted desperately to read the book.  Let's face it the movies take out so much you never know what you miss.<br/><br/>Let me tell you, I love a good love story.  Who doesn't?  Suzanne Collins brought her A Game with The Hunger Games. The Capitol of Panem holds these annual games every year, where one man and one woman is chosen from each district out of 12 districts to fight to the death and only one survivor can remain. Sounds like a horror story right?  That's what I thought.  I was prepared to read about combat fighting and lot of blood and gore but this book was totally the opposite.  Yes it had it's blood and gore moments but this is a true love story mix in with survival, suffering, hopelessness and everything in between.<br/><br/>I was captivated by the author's words and she brought me into her world.  I was Katniss Everdeen in the capitol of Panem and it was going down, my sister had just been chosen to participate in the 74th annual Hunger Games and she is just twelve years old.  MY GOD! The type of cruelty this Capitol rains down on their people is the funkiest foulest thing that could ever be imagined in the history of mankind period.<br/><br/>Katniss Goes threw it all, in the Cornucopia once the gong rangs out all of the tributes go for the weapons that are on clear display and of course there is a battle to get to them.  Katniss has to fight, kill, eat raw food, pine food, but must be careful because there are poison berrys, traps the Gamemakers have set, the woods are her shelter and only one of them can survive.  I almost read this book over again it was so good.  Suzanne Collins will have you hopeful, screaming, crying, in love, and rooting for Katniss survival.<br/><br/>And she leaves you with the greatest cliffhanger of all because your left wondering what will happen next.  I recommend this book for everyone there's no way you would not love it!<br/><br/>Stephanie N Norris<br/>Author Of Trouble In Paradise</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCX9U9LO97BWN?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games begins on the day of the reaping in District 12. 16 year old, Katniss Everdeen, sets out to meet her friend Gale so they can do some hunting and gathering before the reaping that afternoon. As Katniss makes her way from her home to the Meadow. Where people of the district are forbidden to go. She thinks about her sister Prim, who is 4 years younger, and her mother, both of whom have depended upon her for survival ever since Katniss' father died in a mine explosion when she was 11. Two tributes are drawn in each of the 12 districts, and those tributes are sent to an arena where they fight until only one tribute remains alive. The one who survives  gets to return home, and the victor's district gets gifts and mainly food.  The Games, put on by the Capitol, are meant to punish the 12 districts of Panem as well as to remind them of the Dark Days and how the 13th district was obliterated for its uprising against the tyrannical and cruel Capitol.<br/><br/>Against all odds, Prim's name is selected at the reaping. Katniss panics and volunteers to take the place of her younger sister and becomes District 12's girl tribute for the 74th Hunger Games.  Peeta Mellark, a boy Katniss' age and the son of the baker, is selected as the other tribute. Before she leaves, Katniss says goodbye to her mother and Prim; to Madge, the mayor's daughter who gives her the mockingjay pin. On the train, Katniss experiences luxury  and gets to eat the richest, most decadent food. They both get to know Effie Trinket, their escort, and Haymitch Abernathy. After they arrive at the Training Center, Katniss and Peeta meet their stylists, pleasantly surprised when she meets Cinna, a young man who dresses simply and wears very little makeup compared with the other stylists.  They race through the Capitol in a chariot holding hands, their outfits blazing in fake flames, earning Katniss her nickname ""girl on fire."" Their entrance becomes the highlight of the opening ceremonies.<br/><br/>After the ceremonies, the tributes begin their training. Haymitch coaches Katniss and Peeta together, per their request, and instructs them to keep their biggest strengths a secret from the other tributes. After many years of hunting game in the woods, her prowess with the bow and arrow are unrivaled. They are to appear inseparable, which, as the training goes on, becomes increasingly tiring for Katniss, who can't decide whether Peeta's kindness and compliments are genuine or simply a part of a scheme for winning the Games.<br/><br/>The 74th Hunger Games begin with the tributes rising up from below ground.They stand in a circle around the metal Cornucopia, a giant golden horn that holds supplies and weapons, meant to lure the tributes in for a bloodbath. Haymitch has instructed Katniss not to run toward the Cornucopia, but to run as far away as she can and find water immediately. That first night, while sleeping in a tree, she sees that the Careers, the tributes from the wealthier districts, have formed an alliance and are hunting the weakest tributes together. She is shocked to see that Peeta is a part of their group and decides that she can't trust him after all, that he distracted her at the Cornucopia on purpose, and that he has been misleading her all along.<br/><br/>With just six tributes remaining, including Katniss and Peeta, Claudius Templesmith, the Games' announcer, declares a new rule to the Games. This year, two tributes can win so long as they come from the same district. Katniss immediately sets out to find Peeta, whom she knows has been injured badly by Cato.Katniss and Peeta believe the Games are over, but then Claudius Templesmith's voice announces that the new rule that was previously established about two tributes winning has been revoked. Only one tribute can win. Katniss realizes this has been the Gamemakers' plan all along, to end with the star-crossed lovers and watch one of them sacrifice his or her life for the other. She and Peeta both prepare to eat poisonous berries, which makes Claudius take back his most recent announcement, stating that two tributes can indeed win, declaring Katniss and Peeta as this year's Hunger Games winners.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VG9XH9GIIXFS?ASIN=0439023521	Not the best book ever, not the worst either	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What do you get when you mix Harry Potter with The Most Dangerous Game? You get the dystopian Hunger Games. This is a book that I have tried and failed to read three times in the past, and it was only seeing that there would be a movie coming out this year that spurred me to finally slog my way through it. It's really hard for me to lay a finger on the exact reason I didn't like this book at first. There were a lot of small nit-picky things that when taken separately are no big deal, but when added together they made it hard for me to get going. As a whole, the story and the characters are excellent, and quite enjoyable, it's really more the writing that put me off of it, and more the style than any real problems with inconsistancies or other such things that would make me start screaming bad writing.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games tells the tale of those who live after the fall of America and the rise of Panem from its ashes. Panem consists of the capitol, and twelve districts, each producing a different item needed by the capitol. The people of these districts work as virtual slaves under thier harsh overlords, barely squeaking by in a miserable and starving existense. There was once a thirteenth district, but they were utterly destroyed by the capitol for rebellion, and to remind the other districts of the superiority of the capitol two children, called Tributes, are chosen from each district, one boy, one girl, to participate in the Hunger Games every year. The twenty-four Tributes will be prepped and trained and then dumped into an arena where they will fight to the death until only one remains. The games are televised throughout all of Panem and watching is required by everyone so that they know the price of rebellion.<br/><br/>We follow Katniss Everdeen in first person perspective as her beloved, innocent and gentle younger sister Prim is chosen for the Games against all odds. Katniss immediately volunteers to take Prim's place to save her life, knowing that she will likely lose her own in the process. The boy chosen is one Peeta Mellark, who has the distiction of being the one boy on Earth that she owes her life to. She does not know if she can bring herself to kill him in repayment for his kindness toward her in the past, and hopes that someone else gets to him first so that she will not have to.<br/><br/>The Tributes are prepared, trained, weighed, measured, and scored, then tossed into the arena where the fight begins. The Tributes are wittled away one by one until only Katniss and Peeta remain. Rather than one killing the other, they decide to take poison and die together in a final defiance to the capitol, but they are stopped and both declared winners so as not to ruin the games.<br/><br/>The good? There were several things that Suzanne Collins did very right in this book. First of all--and I know this will probably sound a bit sexist--is that the main protagonist, the one whose eyes we see the entire story through, is a girl. Oh women CLAIM to understand men, and perhaps they do understand men slightly better than men understand them, HOWEVER the vast majority of women I have met, and whose books I have read don't have the first clue about how men are supposed to act, think and react. It's the same with men writing female characters. Don't think I'm just ripping on women here, in fact, men are FAR worse at it most of the time. In general I prefer the central figure in a story to share the same gender as the author, because a woman understands a woman better than a man, and a man understands a man better than a woman. The characters feel far more authentic that way. There's always something just a little off about female characters written by men, and male characters written by women, and when those characters are the one character the entire story revolves around the slight discrepencies in their behavior become huge, glaring chasms. Read The Demon King by Cinda Williams Chima for a PERFECT example of a female writer with no earthly clue how men are supposed to act, but still insists on her main protagonist being male for some unknown reason. Had this story been about Peeta rather than Katniss I believe that there would have probably been so much wrong with the character as to make the entire story completely unreadable. Keeping the focus on the female character with only very brief interactions with the male character spared us that. There are writers out there that can completely nail characters of the gender opposite to their own, but the vast majority of them struggle with it to the point that they simply resort to stereotyping.<br/><br/>As the first book of a trilogy The Hunger Games does an excellent job of setting the stage. The history is laid out, the reason for the games, and other things of that nature are explained in an interesting way, though there are a few places where she resorts to infodumping rather than having the history lessons incorporated more solidly into the story. For the most part Collins understands that a character who has grown up with the Hunger Games all her life is not going to sit down and explain the whole thing to herself in her head for our benefit. Though there are some places where the info is just dumped on us, they are few and far between, and Collins uses memories and the interactions of the characters to paint the picture of the world for us most of the time.<br/><br/>Collins takes an idea that is not altogether original and puts her own spin on it, making something that is old and tired interesting again. Katniss is a very well developed and likable character who has to deal with some very real and harsh dilemmas. Peeta is more of a stereotype, but in this story his character works pretty well. Using stereotypes is not an unforgivable sin, and a good writer can make a stereotype both likable and realistic. When stereotypes are used well they can make a story where the reader can only see the world through the eyes of a single character like this one feel much more real. Stereotypes are familliar, and when there isn't a lot of time and interaction between the characters to develop them fully using a stereotype helps the reader to identify more with the character. It is far better to use a stereotype than it is to leave a character vague, wooden and ambiguous.<br/><br/>Though there were several uses of Dues Ex Machina in this story, the most glaring and abhorant one was merely a cruel trick, and at the time that it first showed up I was rather annoyed at it, as it removed the sole conflict that Katniss was dealing with. However, it was very powerful when it was taken back, so it worked more to the advantage of the story rather than making it turn out conveniantly happy in the end.<br/><br/>The bad? Like I said earlier, I have tried and failed to read this book three times before finally completing it. The first and most glaring reason is the writing style. I completely and utterly hate it. I am not a big fan of the first person perspective in the first place. In my opinion, having the story told by one of the characters and only seeing things through their eyes gives a very narrow view of the world. I find that the different and often contrasting viewpoints offered by third person to be far more preferable as it fleshes out the world and gives a lot more color to things than you would normally have with first person. Though that is not the reason I hate the style so much. Some of my favorite books are told in first person and I love them despite my dislike for the perspective. The problem with the writing here, and I know that it's just me nitpicking over personal preference, is that it is told in present tense. Normally a story is told in past tense, in first person you have the character telling the story as though he or she is recounting it to you. In third person you have a narrator telling you what happened, and giving you varrying degrees of insight into the hearts and minds of the characters. In this book Katniss describes everything to us as it is happening, and that really annoyed me. It was the major reason I put this book down three times, vowing never to finish it. I don't know WHY I dislike it so much, I just do. It was extremely distracting to me, making what would have otherwise been a very good book something that took me a few tries to finally get through. Also there are a few places where the tense is inconsistent, wavering between present and past, and I'm not talking about the flashbacks. This is a problem that I mainly lay at the editor's feet, however, not the writer.<br/><br/>Collins seems to have a bit of a problem with writing action. When exciting things are happening the pacing needs to pick up. The tone needs to change. The reader needs to feel the tension and the danger. However, in this book, a lot of the action scenes are told with the same tone and pacing as scenes where the characters sit down to dinner. Think of it as though the most exciting part of your favorite book is being read to you in complete monotone by Ben Stein. That's what the action scenes in this book feel like to me.<br/><br/>There are several uses of Dues Ex Machina, which, while annoying, do not completely ruin the story. Again, it's just me nitpicking. The real kicker here is that it wouldn't have been possible to call them Dues Ex Machina had Collins developed the idea of Sponsors better before the Games began. Not telling the reader their purpose beforehand basically gives the characters get out of jail free cards out of nowhere. I've been known to use the plot conveniance fairy once or twice in my own writing, and doing so doesn't usually ruin a story if its limited to less important events, however, when all of it could have been avoided with a single sentance explaining what the Sponsors do earlier in the book, that's just bad storytelling.<br/><br/>There are a few very contrived moments in the story where it is impossible to call them anything but fake and forced, and again, it's just me nitpicking here, but when you combine it with the other things I've mentioned it's enough for me to take a couple stars off the rating.<br/><br/>In conclusion, I did enjoy this book despite the flaws I found in it, and I am currently reading the second in the series. However, there were a bunch of small, insignificant things that I found to be annoying or distracting within the story that piled up. Therefore I'm giving it three stars rather than five. The action scenes are almost boring with no real tension or horror in something that should be completely horrible. The writing style is very annoying and distracting to me, and because of it, it took me four tries to actually finish this book. If you can get past the writing style and don't much care about Dues Ex Machina, and contrived plot convenience you will likely find a great deal of enjoyment in this book. Honestly though, a fanfic about Harry Potter Characters playing The Most Dangerous Game would likely have been far more entertaining.<br/><br/>I liked this book a lot better when it was called Lord of the Flies. If you want a well written book about brutality and children murdering each other, William Golding is a MUCH better writer than Suzanne Collins, and his book offers some very provocative questions and messages. Such as what makes us human, and without our laws, our civilization, our society, we're no better than beasts. I found no message overt or hidden within The Hunger Games, except that it's all right to murder people if it's for the sake of survival. Not exactly the sort of thing I'd like my kids to take away from a book they've read. In fact, Collins seems to go out of her way to NOT give any real message in this book, which I found rather odd. Why give a shocking story of children killing each other and not try to teach a lesson with it? Whatever. *shrug*<br/><br/>--EXTRA--<br/><br/>The Hunger Games<br/>Movie Review<br/><br/>2.5/5 Stars<br/><br/>The Hunger Games made a better movie than it did a book. I enjoyed it far more than I did trying to decipher Suzanne Collins' incomprehensible writing style. That is not to say that it was a great movie. It had more than its fair share of problems. However, it WAS better than the book.<br/><br/>First of all, I believe that this movie should be re-titled to Awkward Silence: The Movie, or perhaps Tell, Don't Show: The Movie. What little background music that there was--and let me tell you there was not much at all--seemed rather inappropriate to what was actually happening on-screen. Maybe 15 minutes of the bloated 142 actually had any real background music to it. And considering that the two leads Josh Hutchinson (You wouldn't know him, he's not in anything anyone has ever actually seen) and Jennifer Lawrence (X-Men: First Class) have about as much on-screen chemistry as a block of wood and a piece of stone, this leads to long, long, loooooooong stretches of awkward silence whilst two people who CLEARLY do not like each other try, rather unsucessfully, to pretend that they do. Actually, I think I'm being a little insulting to the block of wood. Hutchinson would have to take three or four steps up to be considered wooden. He delivers all of his lines in complete monotone and actually appears to be reading them from off-screen cue cards more than once during the film. And to be fair to Lawrence, her character is actually supposed to BE a piece of stone.<br/><br/>Film is a visual medium. You see things. You hear things. This in turn makes you FEEL things. This movie failed so spectacularly to do so. There is an old saying when it comes to writing of any kind, but it applies doubly for any visual media. Show, don't tell. You show people things, you don't have someone sit there and tell you about them. Some things, it is true, are impossible to show, or lead to plot holes if you don't just sit down and explain them, but there was only one instance of that in this movie, and frankly, it was handled with much better care than it was in the book. Everything else should have just been shown. Let me give you an example from early on in the movie. It begins with white text on a black screen, telling you what the Hunger Games are. You're making a freaking movie for God's sake!!! Show us the damn Hunger Games and let us see for ourselves!!! Shortly thereafter we are treated to images of war whilst Donald Sutherland as President Snow narrates over the top of it, telling us the entire back-story. You know what would have been a more exciting way to explain the back-story and draw people into the movie right from the start? Take that same narration whilst the opening credits are playing, and show a montage of previous Hunger Games! You get the exact same information out, but the audience is absolutely riveted from the first image, they SEE the horror of the Games, and they FEEL how horrible it is. When you have pictures of nothing connected to what the Games actually are, and dry, boring narration, combined with white text on a black screen, it is not as powerful. It doesn't draw people in the way it would have had you actually shown them what the Games are like. This is made worse because they actually DID film scenes from previous Hunger Games. They show throughout the entire movie on TV screens in the background. A little editing magic and this Film would have been so much more powerful than it was.<br/><br/>This also leads me to a lot of head scratching. Later in the film the back-story for Katniss' father is shown in a very well done flashback, rather than simply told to us. That two minute flashback drew me into the film far better than any other scene. It was very well edited, it had appropriate music, and it got the message across without speaking a single word. If the filmakers were capable of such brilliance, WHY DIDN'T THEY USE SOME IN THE REST OF THE MOVIE!!!<br/><br/>The background music, the ambient sound, the sound effects, these things all come together to create the atmosphere of the film. They make you feel more like a part of the movie, instead of a spectator. They make the fake feel real. There was no background music during the vast majority of this movie, and the sound effects were rather lacking as well. At no point did I feel that these people were actually in a forest. It felt exactly like it was, a fake forest in a sound stage somewhere because shooting on location costs too much money these days. Most of the music that did appear in the movie sounded more like stock music rather than anything actually composed for this film. There is a credit for the musical score, one Stuart Michael Thomas, and my thought upon seeing it was, ""what musical score?""<br/><br/>This is, when you get right down to it, an action movie. And for an action movie, the action was incredibly lacking. Most of it happens off-screen to preserve the film's PG-13 rating. The action that does appear on-screen is in close up shaky-cam, which makes it near impossible to tell what is actually going on. Yes, I get that you want to add something of realism to the action, however, this is a film. The purpose of a film is to SHOW the audience what is happening. When your camera is WAY too close to the actors, and shaking all over the place, the audience cannot SEE what is going on and you have FAILED to SHOW them what is happening, negating the ENTIRE purpose of filming the movie in the first place.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games has a star studded cast, including Donald Sutherland, Woody Harrelson, Stanley Tucci, Elizabeth Banks from Scrubs, and Wes Bently of American Beauty fame. The problem with this is that NONE OF THEM ARE IN LEADING ROLES!!! Most of them are relegated to glorified cameos, and completely wasted in this film. They're shoehorned into scenes where they really don't belong just to give them something to do in the movie. Why even bother? And seriously, did they spend all of their money on these glorified cameos, leaving nothing for a soundtrack, some good sound design, a head writer that is not also the director, and lead actors that can actually act? I do have to say that Woody Harrelson COMPLETELY stole every single scene that he was in. He was the best and most memorable part of the entire movie. He seemed like the only actor in the entire film that was having a good time with his role, and he was perfectly cast as Haymich.<br/><br/>For the most part Writer/Director Gary Ross took a book that was, let's face it, not very well written, and he made something that surpassed the original medium. Suzanne Collins, writer of the novel upon which the film is based, is credited as a co-writer, however I believe that this credit was given simply for a consulting role. Why? Because the screenwriting here, bad as it was, was LIGHTYEARS beyond anything Collins has ever shown herself capable of.<br/><br/>With three credited writers, and eight credited producers, it is no wonder why this film is the mess that it is. My advice to the filmakers for the next film: Show, don't tell. One writer, who is not also the director. One Producer. Fire the rest of the yahoos and spend their salary on some real sound design, music, and real editing. If you liked the book, you'll probably like the movie. It follows the book very well and what changes were made to the story, in my opinion, were for the better. It suffers from a lack of general ambiance because the music and sound budget was obviously very low, and actors who have the on-screen chemistry of Hayden Christensen and Natalie Portman. And it does a lot of telling rather than showing. Also, there are a great many things in this film that will make no sense to anyone that has not read the book. Use your own discretion over whether it is something you wish to see or not.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FXREV6GCYXL5?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games - made me hunger for next!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had no idea what this book was when I downloaded it as a Prime selection.  I hate to admit it but I selected it because it was #1 of the paid Kindle books, soooo....  When I started reading it, I had to stop and go and actually read a description of what the heck this book was.  That's when I saw that this was a ""young adult"" book - and then found out that my grandson had read this series last year in the 6th grade.  Sigh....  He was absolutely RAVING about this series and has proclaimed it as his very favorite book to date.  OK.  So now that I realized I was now reading a kid's book, I was a little non-pulsed, but being it DID seem to be pretty clever, I figured what the heck and soldiered on.  (BTW - this was before they announced they had filmed the first book and would be releasing the movie in March 2012.)  I am very glad I decided to continue to read this book and then the other two in the series.  The premise is pretty clever and I really found myself getting wrapped up in the lives of the main characters.  It is about a post-apocalyptic country comprised of 13 districts, 12 of the districts specializing in a specific production of goods, supplies, etc. to supply the other districts, but mainly the 13th district, which is known as the Capital.  The Capital houses all the privileged people who come up with various ways to keep themselves amused.  One of those is a kind of futuristic gladiator games with dire results - and horrific premise of taking 24 children at random every year (one boy and one girl whose names are drawn in a lottery type event) to be taken to the Capital in a game to the death - until only one survivor remains. Loved Katniss' courage and quick wits of survival.  She was one gutsy little girl!  Bottom line - I loved it!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OJY2C34ZJHG5?ASIN=0439023521	A few complaints... But really makes you think...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book is good don't get me wrong, however...Chapter 25 upset me greatly, just say it's unheard of and I would have never wrote anything about that. I thought in was inhumanly cruel, a manic inhuman evil that surpasses all human imagination that crosses the line. Survival is one thing I think all people should know but this in inexcusable. Writing for young teens to young adults I would have never injected such cruel behavior.<br/><br/>But when I read the second book I understand the Muttations were not the tributes. Not sure what Collins was trying to get at by inflicting such dark fear on Katniss and the other characters when she heard the screams of Prim from a jabberjay. And people recommend to read this stuff? To kids and young adults- Are you kidding me? Go ahead and read it at your own risk if you want your kids to be scarred for life. Be sure your kids are mentally strong and mature enough. However there are governments who control their populations forcing people to weep and wail for their dead leader of North Korea- but they do not create monstrosities to inflict fear on the population. Nor do they force kids from 12 to 18 to fight to the death in an arena. Starvation,whippings and executions are well known through out the series. I'm 40 years old and I can barely handle it. My own nephew who's in his 20's called it disturbing. I do not favor the suicides or the attempts even if it was to trick the capital. You can have honor without taking your own life. Laying your life down to save another is honorable.<br/><br/>If I was to write a series as this, I would omit these creatures. But then again we are not far off from this since labs are creating deadly strains of viruses. This what happens when people start playing God trying to control the population through hunger or fear. Perhaps this is a warning to people as well, that if things don't change America could very well end up like the 13 Districts. With people being locked in by electric fences and armed guards. This should not be. I suggest people wake up and pay attention to our country and turn things around before we loose our country.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGQFYZGDGCM?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Katniss Everdeen is a 16-year-old girl from district 12 who took her<br/> Sister place for the 74th annual Hunger Games. Katniss Everdeen<br/>Is fighting for survival against many other teenagers from different<br/>Districts she won't stop fighting until she gets back home to her<br/>Family. She meets loves and hatred.<br/><br/>Suzanne Collins the author of The Hunger Games makes her book Suspenseful, clever and interesting by making her characters unique. There are unexpected things happening and it will leave you shocked. In The Hunger Games there is many unexpected things occur and left me very surprised. It's exciting to wonder what is going to happen next. The main characters of this novel are Katniss Everdeen and Peeta Mellark they are very complex characters.  Coming from the same Capitol Katniss never knew about Peeta until The Hunger Games. Through out the novel they slowly reveal their true feelings and different layers of their personality, which I found very interesting.<br/>There are changes throughout this story that no one can see coming<br/>Which is what kept me wanting to keep reading and know more about them.<br/>From the beginning of the book Katniss and Peeta showed no interest towards each other. Katniss and Peeta unleash their friendship into star-crossed lovers and makes you predicting and wondering about whether Katniss and Peeta are going to kill each other or help each other and who's going to be the last one to survive.<br/><br/>When The Hunger Games began the first day was violent and sad on how different districts kill each other to stay alive. I found The Hunger Games very interesting it everything I like a book to have; suspense, romance, sadness and the satisfaction of worthy risks. Once you start you won't even stop reading the book. Collins uses good imagery through out the novel on how different districts look and the types of weapons they used.<br/>Suzanne Collins purpose is for her readers to learn how teenagers risk their life for so little.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UUD6F6PKZY9D?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic Y.A. Book for anyone that likes a bit of Adventure	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text""><div class=""a-section a-spacing-small a-spacing-top-mini video-block"" id=""video-block-R3UUD6F6PKZY9D""></div><input class=""video-url"" name="""" type=""hidden"" value=""http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/D12xdOzrjtS.mp4""/><input class=""video-slate-img-url"" name="""" type=""hidden"" value=""http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/516s%2BXIxzLS.png""/>I waited until after I saw the movie to do this review just so I could tell you the difference between the movie and the book.<br/><br/>To give you a general idea of the story.  The story is about a girl named Katniss Everdeen who is sixteen years old and she lives in the country called Panem.  Panem is divided into twelve districts, which are basically like large cities penned in by electrical fences in order to ""protect"" the people that live there. These twelve districts are ruled by a Capital.<br/><br/>Seventy-four years before the book takes place, there was a thirteenth district that revolted and tried to free itself from Panem.  And Panem wiped it off the face of the Earth.  Now in order to keep the other twelve districts inline, Panem has a televised ""Hunger Games"" each year and they make each district sacrifice up one boy and one girl between the ages of twelve and eighteen to come to their games and fight to the death.<br/><br/>Katniss's sister is picked to be the tribute for her district and Katniss is so horrified that she volunteers to take her sister's place.<br/><br/>The movie stayed as close to the book as they possibly could. The main difference between the book and the movie is that you get more time in district twelve in the book.  In the movie, they gloss over the beginning and the end, and they stick to the battle between the teenagers - the fight to the death.  The movie is detailed; it's interesting; it's fantastic to watch.  It's just as good to read.  But there is stuff that is set up in the beginning of the book that makes more sense in the story then in the movie.<br/><br/>I recommend definitely reading the book.  It's an easy read, well written, and completely enthralling.<a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Hunger-Games/dp/B002MQYOFW"">The Hunger Games</a></span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1S5AJ70K3NHPY?ASIN=0439023521	Riveting to the bitter end.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't normally go for this genre (futuristic, sci-fi), but succumbed to all the media hype and the recommendations of some trusted friends. And wow - did it live up to the hype. This book is a page turner from the very start, when you meet young Katniss Everdeen and the sad world she lives in. Her story takes place in a future state - in land once occupied by North America, but now designated as the nation of Panem, which rules over its twelve districts with a heavy hand (incidentally, ""Panem"" is derived from the Latin ""panem et circenses"" or, bread and circuses: provision of the means of life and recreation by government to appease discontent). The irony here is that Panem keeps its citizens down by keeping them in poverty and always hungry. And as punishment for and a reminder of a failed coup attempt against the Capitol, each district must surrender one boy and one girl to participate in  The Hunger Games each year, a fight to the death broadcast on live TV.<br/><br/>I assumed it would be a violent, graphic novel based on this premise, but was pleasantly surprised to discover a story more focused on survival, strategic thinking, and human compassion. Collins actually provides some underlying social commentary on pop culture's fascination with absurd reality TV programming, our reduced sensitivity to violence and war, and the real impact of material possessions - including food - on the haves and have-nots. A great book to analyze in that high-school or College English class!<br/><br/>But putting analysis aside, The Hunger Games is a wonderfully entertaining story about a girl coming of age in a complicated world, learning to survive - quite literally, but also figuratively - and you'll find yourself rooting for her every step of the way (and brainstorming ways to get her out of the situation she's in!). I can't wait to read Book 2, and of course see the movie that came out today - I imagine Hollywood had a field day with the costumes and special effects for this one (just hope they didn't make it too gory). And I predict Katniss will make it onto the top 100 Baby Names for 2012/2013 list ;)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVOMCBF4IRKDU?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing book, be prepared to get sucked in for the whole series!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This Book is something else!<br/><br/>The series came out a while ago, and I had never really thought much about it because I was off being busy and pretending to have a life. and then for Christmas last year, I found myself with a lot more time on my hands and a new Kindle Fire courtesy of my boyfriend :) And with my Prime membership I made sure I borrowed this book.<br/><br/>I DON'T REGRET IT AT ALL! I finished it in 4 nights (still have stuff to do in the daytime! hehe!) But it is extremely easy to read and has a great flow! My one warning would be that you have to find a way to pull yourself away at times, because once the story gets going IT GETS GOING! okay I'm saying a lot about nothing so here goes:<br/><br/>The story starts off with background info on Katniss and her life in the Seam. Her friends, family and life in a nutshell. It also gives background info on Panem, the Districts, the reaping and briefly the hunger games. this is the part of the book that is kind of boring (if you're not very detail oriented)and people tend to get impatient with. But that phase doesn't last too long, And by the time you get to the reaping you're already too deeply involved to kind of just stop.<br/><br/>The story plays with the ideas of war, and government, loyalty and survival. It is FULL of action, AMAZING types of action! things that may seem simple but catch your attention and leave a lasting impression. (you know when you watch a movie and all of a sudden you think you can karate chop something without breaking your hand? yeah that type of effect! hehe)<br/><br/>The arena scenes had me biting my nails, scratching my head and crying my eyes out! By the time the reader gets to the end of the story they're dying to know what's going to happen in book two! I don't want to give away too much so i wont go into details here. and that will probably make this review KIND of awkward to read o.o (sorry)<br/><br/>IN A NUT SHELL:<br/><br/>-Good for girls and boys. (I even read it with my boyfriend who usually isn't much of the reading type! haha)<br/>-Age can be anywhere from 11 ish and up (I know at 10 yrs old I wasn't really into this type of stuff as a girl, but now in the age of Harry Potter and Gossip Girl, I'm kind of confused as to what they read, * bottom line is that it's appropriate for young readers although there is a lot of violence O.O (like war type of violence is what is mostly expected) and you know what your child likes to read. Although if they don't like it, i would keep it anyways and read it myself! hehe)<br/>- Action, Adventure, miniscule amount of romance but enough to satisfy that need (hehe), it will keep you wanting more! :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1D9TBZM80W9ER?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I first started reading this series I did it because I had seen so many other people reading it. Including my math, social studies, and english teachers reading it. The first . . . I dunno, two (?) chapter that I read were boring as hell. Well, actually, I wouldn't say boring was the right word, but slow. But after that it becomes so addicting it is UNBELIEVABLE!!! :D Exciting and exhillarating. Although violent, even my most squeamish friends could not bear to put it down from start to finish. I  wouldn't say that Katniss is cruel or that Suzanne Collins is making it so that she has no sympathy or compassion for anyone outside her circle of trust-- because she does, but merely that Katniss -- and everyone around her -- have been accustomed to death and cruelty from the moment they were put into the world. She's accustomed to seeing people drop dead on the streets due to starvation on an annual basis. I also think that that's why so many people are being sucked into the books--because we are forced to ask ourselves if this really would be us watching people die and not do anything about it because we knew we would have to take care of ourselves first. Because we put ourselves in that situation and regretfully know that we really would be the ones watching people die in the streets and do nothing about it. For reasons unknown to me or most likely anyone else, humans have always been completely and utterly infatuated withe idea of violence, crime, tragety, murder and death while also feeling trust and kinship to those we love and care about. But what I personally love most about Katniss is that she would give up her life and innocence for her little sister, and also kill while doing it. The plot is absolutely riveting.<br/><br/>It is official; I. Love. The Hunger Games.<br/><br/>That being said -- TEAM PEETA!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R378CGCKS64E2L?ASIN=0439023521	A Dystopian Dreamwork	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Aldous Huxley and George Orwell would be proud of Suzanne Collins. With a fresh, updated perspective - but drawing from works like ""Brave New World"" and ""1984"" - Suzanne Collins tells a compelling story about a dystopian future America - called 'Panem' - where the government stimulates the fears of the population by reminding them of the ugly consequences of 'District 13's' uprising by imposing the annual ""Hunger Games"" - a 24-man battle royale, where only one girl or boy (between the ages of 10 and 18) is left standing.<br/><br/>As in any good dystopia the government is frighteningly shallow and hedonistic, and the rest of the population is alienated, homogenous and repressed.  And I suppose what actually makes The Hunger Games SO compelling is that the world which Suzanne Collins weaves is SO disturbingly possible, it's scary.<br/><br/>No one wants to believe that someday in the future we may be so oppressed by a government that we submit to offering our children up, like sacrificial lambs, to fight to the death. Just like no one wanted to believe that ""Big Brother"" would ever always be ""watching"" us.  But look at where we are today with government interference into privacy laws, and the technological abilities to map anyones location with their cell phone  Big Brother is more real today than it ever was in George Orwell's imagination some 60+ years ago.<br/><br/>In The Hunger Games, Suzanne Collins brings to the pages a book that will capture both young and adult readers with a brilliantly written story.  But between the lines lies the warning of a political satire: watch out what deadly follies you are making, and change them before it's too late!<br/><br/>Just as 1984 was once compulsory in high schools around the world, perhaps with it's new-age spin and younger characters The Hunger Games will someday follow.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28HCEQRF72XFI?ASIN=0439023521	Good YA dystopian book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">With all the hype surrounding The Hunger Games and a film adaptation on its way, I decided to finally check it out and bought it for my Kindle. Comparisons between Twilight and its Edward vs. Jacob had already crossed my radar, as I knew fans of The Hunger Games were already fiercely debating between Peeta and Gale. Also in my mind was its ""Young Adult"" category, but I'm not ashamed to admit that I quite enjoy reading ""YA"" books. Last summer, I felt like I was re-living my childhood by reading quite a few YA fantasy books. Furthermore, I knew that this was branded as ""dystopian science-fiction"", which brings to mind 1984, Equilibrium, The Truman Show, and other such ""dystopian"" worlds with which I am familiar. Lord of the Flies is another comparison I'd make, as it involves the isolation of young people with horrific and barbaric results.<br/><br/>Anyway, with all these preconceptions in mind, it took awhile to get ""lost"" in the book. After three or four chapters, I felt like I had gotten the hang of it and was soon immersed in the world of Panem. Readers are introduced to District 12 through the eyes of Katniss Everdeen, a teenage girl who effectively puts food on the table for her mother and younger sister by illegally hunting in the woods outside the fence that surrounds their district. The readers are dropped into the story on the day of ""reaping"", when the tributes are chosen to participate in the Hunger Games. It's interesting how Collins slowly reveals layers of information about Katniss, District 12, and even Panem itself. She doesn't provide too much too soon, which I liked. Collins splits her book into three parts and details the build-up to the Games through the reaping and the preparation of the tributes, the actual Games, and then finally, the end of the Games and the aftermath of the results.<br/><br/>Interspersed throughout the glitz and glamor of the Capitol and the action-packed sequence of events in the Games itself are little hints of barbarism. I felt myself questioning what Collins was trying to say about society today, but ultimately the social commentary was few and far between. There are moments where I was hopeful that there would be some philosophic breakthrough, such as Peeta's desire to show the Gamemakers that he isn't just a mere pawn in their games.<br/><br/>However, there weren't any follow-through moments as I didn't feel as if the Games actually fundamentally changed any of the characters. (Spoiler, perhaps?) I would have liked to see more character development with all of the characters. Perhaps one of the reasons none of the characters seemed to be affected by the Games is the fact that the population of Panem has been effectively desensitized to the violence over a period of 70+ years. Is this perhaps a warning towards desensitization in our own culture, with violence being prevalent in news stories, film/television, and video games?<br/><br/>That being said, I thought that the love story was well done. Without revealing too much for those who haven't read the series, I liked how it evolved and the love triangle didn't feel contrived to me, as with Edward/Bella/Jacob in the Twilight series. Additionally, I think that Katniss provides a strong role model for young female readers of the series, which is always a good thing in my opinion.<br/><br/>Overall, Collins spins a great story and I turned each page eagerly, wanting to know more and anticipating what happens in Catching Fire and Mockingjay. The characters, whether likable or not, were engaging and the story is interesting enough to warrant further reading.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3H22CTSTZQGVA?ASIN=0439023521	Good story, but the writing style is very juvenile	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is a pretty good read, but not incredible.  The premise is compelling and exciting.  The post-apocalyptic world that Collins has created is interesting and convincing, and the story has the potential to be very dramatic.  Unfortunately, the writing leaves a lot to be desired.  There is very basic vocabulary, the attention to detail is lacking, and the most dramatic scenes in the book seem to last about 10 seconds!  I understand that it's for younger readers, but I think most teenagers could handle a little bit more substantial writing.  Look at Harry Potter, for example; a great story accompanied with great writing!<br/><br/>The main problem is that the writing style doesn't match the story.  A teen is pitted in a gruesome match to the death, filled with stress and intense emotion, starvation and thirst, injury, love and hatred, but I did not get this sense while reading the book.  It felt more like a teenager playing a soccer game who is merely annoyed by her opponents and overly worried about her own image.  The writing is very light and filled with sarcasm and it just didn't seem SERIOUS enough considering the SERIOUSNESS of the situation!<br/><br/>In addition, there is nothing in this but descriptions of action.  There isn't much foreshadowing, allegory, mystery, or any other literary devices that make books interesting to read, and the vocabulary is elementary at best.  Also, there are many scenes where something monumental occurs, and it takes about two paragraphs to describe it.  It leaves you thinking, ""that's it?  We're moving on already?""<br/><br/>I would still recommend reading it because it's a short, fun, easy read with a pretty good plot, but don't expect anything amazing.  I have only read the first book and I plan on reading the other ones.  Hopefully they get a little more mature (I mean in writing style, not necessarily content), but I am still interested to see what happens next.  It seems to be the kind of book that would make a pretty good movie, so I'm definitely going to see that when it comes out.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROP81NSD87GCW?ASIN=0439023521	Collins creates a beautiful, unyielding, but ultimately frightening world.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is wrought with tons of excitement, but deep sadness as well.  Suzanne Collins crafts an incredible work of art, not to say it is infallible, for there are a few semi-ridiculous ""canned"" moments.  However, I personally only experienced just a small hand-full of these 'moments,' and this did not really detract at all what I took from this literally heart-pounding experience.  I loved Katniss and Peeta, Collins described these characters with such zeal and made them extremely real and also highly likeable.  I won't go into excessive detail about what happens because obviously spoilers really damage the tremendous experience of a good book, but I will say that I definitely recommend this novel for anyone who relishes fantasy stories, but not outlandish fantasies, ones that have at least a small element of ""truth"" to them.  This is critical to how I became so drawn to the characters, their backgrounds, and the scenarios that they were thrown into.  It takes place in North America, basically after the U.S. must have plummeted and the new country of Panem has risen from the ashes.  What is both intriguing and terrifying about the tale is how something like this could nearly happen, maybe not to the same extent in the United States, but to some degree the Big Brother routine is all too well known by many Americans anyway.  Watch or read something on North Korea and the Peacemakers and Gamemakers in The Hunger Games have an eerily similar quality to them.  Anyway, back to the topic at hand, if you are wanting to explore an out of control government, combined with two seemingly unlike people who explore the possibility of love, with a reality TV-obsessed nation glued to the death of their own, then The Hunger Games is your unremitting treat.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBW8W8YQVUVM2?ASIN=0439023521	Rivoting from Page One, Lots of Adventure and Suspense with a Strong Female Hero	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Three years after its publication I finally read Hunger Games. Published as a young adult novel, its popularity has spread and the book has fallen into, and been loved by adults as well.<br/><br/>I was hooked right from page one. Main character Katniss Everdeen's name is pulled from the lottery and she must participate in The Hunger Games. But what are the Hunger Games? We don't yet know, and I won't tell you either, as finding out is part of the fun of reading the book.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games of Panem which is the main plot of this book, is gruesome,  so this is truly a book for teens, or those tweens who don't seem bothered by glimpsing the dark side of humanity, injury and death. It's nail-biting suspense reading, the type that keeps you awake reading yet another page and more and more chapters after you'd planned to go to sleep.<br/><br/>The plot seems straightforward and single tracked until glimpses of something more complex begin to peek through. The reading is easy and this is sure to be a winner with anyone who likes dystopian fiction or anyone who just likes escape reads that pull you in. Collins did a fantastic job developing the character Katniss, a heroine who every reader can't help but love and root for as she tries to win The Hunger Games.<br/><br/>I highly recommend this book for young adult readers. This is also the type of book that typical ""non-readers"" and reluctant readers will happily read.<br/><br/>(My thirteen year old son loved the book as well. Every teen boy and girl I know who read this book loves it.)<br/><br/>Note for parents: This book provides some good talking points about alcoholism, drug use and addiction, reality TV and suffering for audience's entertainment, dressing in a sexy manner or showing nudity in order to entice and gain favor with TV viewers, and ethical questions about when it may be seen as acceptable to intentionally break government law (black market selling and poaching). Those are some topics in the book that parents need to realize exist before putting this in the hands of children who are not yet young adults.<br/><br/>MOVIE: In 2012 a movie based on this book is due to be released. PLEASE READ THE BOOK AND THE FULL TRILOGY FIRST! It always seems the books are better than the movie, so do treat yourself by reading the books first!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3O1J1JD9OPOEY?ASIN=0439023521	Kept my interest but I ultimately found it unsatisfying	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book because my son was required to read it during this summer before 10th grade, and I was curious.  I found it interesting and compelling enough to finish it, but ultimately by the end I was not impressed at all.  There are several reasons:<br/>1.  There were way too many totally arbitrary plot twists, i.e. things that were thrown in just to make the story work.  Examples of this include several sudden changes in the rules of the game, and most of all, the strange reincarnated werewolf-like creatures that showed up toward the end.  That was totally ridiculous, but there were other examples I won't mention.  Much of the plot just seemed jury-rigged to me.<br/>2.  The character development was somewhat weak.  By the end I only had a vague idea of who Katniss was, and I found Peeta even more mysterious.<br/>3.  I could have used a little more description of the territory used for the arena.  I didn't have a good sense of how big it was or how it was laid out.  That made some of the movements of the contestants hard for me to follow geographically.<br/><br/>But beyond all that, I am surprised and a little appalled that my son's school would require THIS book for summer reading.  I mean, this is basically cheap pulp fiction about a bunch of kids killing each other in some completely made-up unrealistic futuristic setting.  We're not likely to face this sort of environment any time soon in America, and there is nothing useful for a 10th grader to learn from this book.  What is the school trying to accomplish?<br/><br/>I don't agree with the one-star reviewer who labeled all the positive reviewers as dense or cruel.  I think that's mean-spirited.  It's only fiction after all, it didn't really happen, and I would not expect an average teenager to be materially affected by it one way or the other.  If you think it's a cool, fun read, fine, there is nothing wrong with you.  Lots of kids enjoy reading low-grade pulp fiction - it's better than reading nothing at all.  Accordingly, though I would be sorely tempted to just tell my son how the story goes, I probably will not do that.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6KTFTPFL3JFR?ASIN=0439023521	Fun but flawed - 4.5	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">To be honest? I liked ""The Hunger Games"". It's not a perfect book, but with one of the strongest leading characters I've encountered in young adult fiction in a while, a wildly entertaining story, several brutally fun scenes and punchy writing, the story bounces along, drawing the reader in immediately and hardly giving a moment's rest. This is not a book to set aside.<br/><br/>Katniss, the main character, is one of the best-drawn female characters I've met in recent years, particularly in the young adult category. She is strong and impressive, remarkably original and appealing. She's not the stereotypically all-talented female heroine of most fantasies but rather a well-rounded young woman with strengths and weaknesses. She succeeds in part through the talents of those around her, as well as sheer will. Fitting the context of the book, Katniss is bursting with the drive to live and strive on. There is little sweet about her, little that makes her ""easy to relate to"". And yet one does find themselves drawn into her world, even if without necessarily liking her. I didn't fully like Katniss, but I did admire her on some level.<br/><br/>I cannot say quite the same of the other characters in ""The Hunger Games"". Peeta, Katniss' regional partner and counterpart, is a much less developed character, remaining far more pencil-sketched than even some two-second characters. Those characters that disappeared as quickly as they appeared were the ones I was disappointed to leave so quickly, but plot is plot and this book is... mostly plot.<br/><br/>It's not even that the story is particularly original. It's not. Nor is it necessarily surprising. It's that the book keeps the reader hooked right from the start, interested to know how it all ends. There are twists and turns along the way, but they aren't particularly suspenseful... they're enjoyable. They're exciting. Things are bloody and gruesome and intense and exciting... and just plain fun.<br/><br/>This is a fast-paced book bursting with excitement and bloody fun. It's not necessarily the best-written book and bland characters like Peeta bring down the tone a little, but it's certainly well worth a read.<br/><br/>Recommended.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVDLDE3R8WFQH?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games was one of those books that I bought upon release, was over-hyped by everyone, and therefore went on the back-burner until my own expectations of the book would be brought down. That was three years ago and I finally (FINALLY!) decided to dust off my hardcover...And I am KICKING myself for waiting so long to read it because it was AMAZING!<br/><br/>Okay, so the premise of The Hunger Games was awesome...and very creepy. You basically have 24 teens fighting each other to death for the chance to be the winner of The Hunger Games which includes a crapload or riches and such. Yeah it's vicious and I'm sure those who haven't read it can't comprehend why someone would do it. Well, it's mandatory in that they absolutely HAVE to do it or face...huh, the book never actually mentions what would happen if someone puts their foot down and decides not to go. Anyway, due to the premise, The Hunger Games was action-packed! I really didn't think that I would like an action book as much as I did. I just kept gasping, ""Who's going to die now?! How are they going to die?!"" See. Creepy premise that makes everyone else react creepily. However, said premise was made better by the awesomeness that was the main character.<br/><br/>Katniss was a kick-ass female character! I've read a plethora of Young-Adult novels where the heroines were pathetic, ooey-gooey type of chicks (Ahem, Twilight), so I'm always weary to pick up a non-realistic YA novel fronted by a female. But, Katniss was just made of awesome. She was so bad-ass and was just as smart, strong, and ruthless as any of the men in The Hunger Games were. In fact, most of the girls in this book were like that, even the blatantly evil ones (especially the blatantly evil ones). They all want to win and will do anything to achieve that.<br/><br/>Now the romance didn't make me want to stab my eyes due to the cheesiness of it all and that's the highest rating I can give it. For a romance to make me go ""awww"" and squee, it has to be the best romance known to man. This wasn't (and let's face it, this was a main reason why I loved it so much) and the romance wasn't all in your face (which I also liked). It was secondary to The Hunger Games. Although, let's face it, if someone was getting all cuddly during the games, I would think it was just so stupid considering that everyone should be concentrating on, you know, getting out ALIVE. But the way The Hunger Games went actually made a lot of sense.<br/><br/>So, The Hunger Games was just full of win. It was an amazing novel that's making me regret putting it off for so long because I could've enjoyed this book when the rest of the world (mostly) was enjoying. Oh well. At least all of the books are out, so there isn't much of a wait to read them.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28FEQM0KAGNMB?ASIN=0439023521	An Awesome First Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A lot of today's young adult literature is really banal.  I picked this up because it is set in a post-apocalyptic world (a genre I have recently gotten into).  I figured that it would be one of those books I read a bit at a time just to get through the story, and would probably never pick up again.  I was completely wrong, and I cannot wait to get the second book in the series!  The world they live in is called Panem (used to be North America) and the country is divided into 12 districts.  Several years prior to the book the people of Panem rebelled against the Capitol and lost.  As punishment, the Capitol forces the 12 districts to sacrifice two of their children every year (one boy, one girl) in a televised fight to the death.  In Panem ,you begin to enter your name into a lottery when you first turn 12 and continue until you are 18, and every year you name is entered more (for example, when you are 12 you enter your name once, and then at 13 you enter it twice, and so on). You are reimbursed with food, and if you chose to, you can enter you name for each family member for more food (you are 12 enter your name once, and then you enter your name for five members of your family so you really are entered 6 times that first year).  So this twisted lottery is held annually and to add to the sickness of the ordeal, the people of Panem are supposed to treat this like a celebration (like the Olympics but with death).  The whole point of the Hunger Games is for the Capitol to show their complete control over Panem.<br/><br/>It is in this world the Katniss Everdeen lives in, and participates in the Hunger Games.  She is from District 12 (which is when Appalachia used to be), and volunteers to compete when her little sister's name is called.  The book is very hard to put down.  Katniss  is plainly disgusted in everything about the game, however its either play or die.  The book is a little dry the first two or three chapters, but it is hard to put down after you get the part where they prep for the game.  If you are looking for a good series to read this summer, look no farther then this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HN1KC2G44BXW?ASIN=0439023521	A Thought-Provoking Novel	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I held off on reading The Hunger Games, even at my friends' urging to read it.  No one ever told me the premise of the book, and the name just turned me off for some reason.<br/><br/>However, one day I found it at the library and decided to just pick it up in case I did not like the book I had come in search of.  I wanted to read Graceling, and at the time there was no Kindle edition of it available.  It makes me very sad when there is no Kindle edition of a book, or when the Kindle copy is more expensive than even the hardback; however, that is neither here nor there.  In this case, my trip to the local library was not fruitless.<br/><br/>After even the first chapter, I was hooked.  I was absolutely enthralled by the plot, the premise, and the characters.  The story does a good job of being both simple enough for a young adult reader, and complex and fulfilling enough for an adult reader.  Along with the Harry Potter series, I think this series in one of the few that can honestly walk the line between teen and adult readers, and satisfy both.<br/><br/>I loved Katniss' character.  She could be difficult and infuriating at times, but such is the way in a dystopian future where your government officials are trying to kill you.  The only people you can care about fully are your family because you cannot realistically protect more than that.  All other feelings for other people have to be quelled.<br/><br/>This book is definitely one I'd recommend to anyone over the age of, say 13.  As long as you aren't bothered by gruesome displays and descriptions of death and violence.  Although, to be fair, this book doesn't describe them in as much terrifying detail as the latter two (especially the last) in the trilogy.  For parents who are concerned for their children who want to read this series, my advice to you is to read the books for yourself, then allow your children to read them.  You will both enjoy the series, and you'll know exactly what happens in the novels if you choose to censor one from your kids.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33XTB0O7PAWL5?ASIN=0439023521	Great storytelling	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I once read an introduction to one of Robert E. Howard's books that stated he was a ""natural storyteller.""  The writer's point was that, without the ability to tell a story, all the narrative gifts in the world are useless, just as all the trim and finish in the world can't make up for the fact that a boat doesn't float.<br/><br/>By golly, Suzanne Collins is a natural storyteller.  You know how I know?  Because, even though there are some shaky premises to the world she has created, I really didn't care.  For example, I never really got a good grasp on this world she's desrcibing.  It appears to be scattered all around North America, with 12 habitable zones connected by something like high-speed rail.  I never got a good sense as to why the rest of the continent was no longer inhabited, or why anything that rendered so much turf uninhabitable would have spared 12 spots.  Nor did I get a feel for the population.  I sorta got the impression that there were about 20,000 people in her home burg -- but that would give a continental population far too small to uphold the high-tech civilization we witness.  So the background was vague and implausible and didn't hold together.  But I never really cared!  There might have been problems with the setting and the sociology, but she was telling a thoroughly absorbing story, peopled with interesting characters, vivid drama and irony, genuine intrigue, and a few moments of suspense to equal any others I have ever read.  She kept me engrossed and turning pages right up to the end, and even convinced me to plunk down more of my money to buy the second volume, because it's never available at the library.<br/><br/>You can pick up on details of this post-apocalyptic dystopia from other reviews or the publisher's account.  But I'm here to testify that Suzanne Collins has told a really good story, and richly deserves her success.  Enjoy!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRSO8S2Z908G8?ASIN=0439023521	Why did I wait so long to read this???	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger games came onto my radar about three years ago shortly after I read <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Maze-Runner-Maze-Runner-Trilogy-Book-1/dp/0385737955"">The Maze Runner (Maze Runner Trilogy, Book 1)</a> and <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Nation/dp/0385613709"">Nation</a>. I felt so 'meh' about those other books I didn't think Hunger Games would inspire me.<br/><br/>Then I attended SCBWI Western Washington conference and the editor that worked with Suzanne Collins spoke about the book in one of the session and I thought ""Of course she'd love a book that was her project.""<br/><br/>Then a parade of people started telling me how good the books were and I should give it a shot...but still no.<br/><br/>Then I read an excellent excerpt for this year's Amazon Breakthrough Novel Award (Ceres Wrath) and I mentioned it to my cousin who was like ""Read the dang Hunger Games trilogy already!""<br/><br/>So I bought it on Kindle and read it in about 48hrs on my Droid2 phone despite sleep deprivation from getting ready for a trip and having a 15mo old at home.<br/><br/>I freaking LOVED it!<br/><br/>Ms. Collins is a master craftsperson with constructing this scifi/fantasy/dystopic/adventure tale. Her characters were believable and made me care. The plot, the explanation of this world was completely acceptable for me and made every aspect of this tale from Buttercup to Jabberjays from Madge to Octavia endearing and irreplaceable.<br/><br/>Katniss was the anti-Bella for YA as far as I'm concerned. She still dwelt on and dealt with many 'teenage' issues, but was so firm in her convictions and desire to survive she had to push aside frivolity, though her participation in the games shoved that frivolity right back down her throat.<br/><br/>Overall, I am rarely ever so completely satisfied with every aspect of a novel as I am with this one. The only sad thing about it was I waited soooo long to read it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RD9V6WSN23HQY?ASIN=0439023521	Intro to social commentary	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this book.  It's a quick read, mostly because Katniss (or Kat) is a practical girl, and she tells the story as it is, in present-tense as it's happening. She doesn't use a lot of flowery language, and she doesn't do a lot of time sorting through her feelings or being confused (though that's not to say that she never is), or feeling sorry for herself.  She has depth, but it's as if she doesn't realize or care that she does.  That's just the way it is, and she doesn't spend time reflecting on this.  But she has a way of describing everything to a T with as few words as possible, and she does make some very interesting observations, especially about the people of the Capitol.  And her lack of over-emotionality makes her possibly the most normal and maturing teenage girl I've ever read.<br/><br/>For that reason, as well as for the social commentary (of which I hope there is more to come in the following two books), I wish every teenager would read this book.  The dystopian future and the fight for survival are interesting, but, like most YA novels, there are those stirring hormones to deal with.  It's confusing, even alarming, she doesn't know how she really feels about it, and it's normal.  There is no I'll-jump-off-a-cliff-because-you'll-come-save-me-or-if-not-I'd-rather-just-die nonsense.  Because guess what, kids; that's called obsession.  Obsession ' love.  Obsession =&gt; stalking (and/or losing your soul and mortality, but that's quite literally another story).<br/><br/>This book also would make a very good intro to books that have something to say about current, present-day society but don't flat-out say it.  I remember having to be spoon-fed most of what's in books like Farenheit 451 the first time I read them in school, and I think this book would be a lot easier for kids to ""get.""</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQ1F2BVQXTB7M?ASIN=0439023521	A must-read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is a must-read. Suzanne Collins does a wonderful job of bringing you into the world she has created. From the first chapter you are sucked in, always wanting to know what will happen next.<br/><br/>This book has many strong points. First is the setting--America in the future. America is long since gone, and you find yourself trying to guess which former states might be District 12 and the Capital. The world and time the story takes place in is brutal and violent, but there aren't a lot of graphic sections. Violence is strongly hinted at and takes place. However, it is missing the copious blood, guts and gore often found in young adult fiction and horror. While there is a lot of action in the book, most of the conflict comes from the main characters' basic survival needs: food, water, shelter, etc.<br/><br/>A minor sticking point was the lack of sufficient motivation for the characters to want to kill each other. There is an understanding that if the players in the Hunger Games do not kill one another, the ""game makers"" will start using the arena to kill off people. The players in the Hunger Games are randomly chosen by lottery from a vast pool of contestants in their mid-teens. I find it unlikely that a group of twenty-four children ranging from twelve to eighteen would be willing to kill each other without provocation. This issue is a minor one. Sometimes in fiction you just have to accept some things.<br/><br/>This book is ideal for people in their late teens and beyond. Due to the overall theme of brutality and the story involves kids, I would not recommend this book for younger audiences. If you are into books with great action and compelling storylines that keep you on the edge of your seat, the Hunger Games should be at the top of your reading pile.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1AP1QJ23JP84H?ASIN=0439023521	Oh Katniss!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book had me riveted from the beginning.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is a story rife with drama, love, and fear. Katniss Everdeen is her family's sole provider. She lives in North America, in some kind of dystopian future. There are 12 districts, each known for producing some kind of product, and each is cut off from the rest. They all defer to the Capitol. In the past, there was a huge war and uprising against the Capitol, resulting in the complete destruction of a 13th District. To remind the people of Panem (what they call their world) of the atrocities their ancestors committed, each district must send one girl and one boy to compete in the deadliest battle: The Hunger Games.<br/><br/>Katniss is all about protecting her family, so when her sister's name gets called as the female tribute from District 12, Katniss immediately volunteers to take her place. Later, she realizes that the male tribute is a boy who nearly saved her life by risking to give her some bread when she and her family were starving. She owes him, and she doesn't want to have to owe ANYONE in the Hunger Games.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is a fight to the death. The last person standing returns to their district as a hero. They are given wealth and food for the rest of their lives. They just have to kill (or sit by while others kill) all of the other tributes. It's a bloodbath.<br/><br/>The worst part is that the people in the Capitol find this game so entertaining. They make bets on the tributes, they can send them gifts. They watch the whole thing play out on TV like some twisted game of Survivor. And all the while, we are rooting for Katniss to win.<br/><br/>My favorite character is Peeta, the boy tribute from Katniss' district. He is funny, charming, and sweet. It seems impossible that Katniss or he will have to die for the book to end. The whole story was a rollercoaster of craziness, right from beginning to end.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMG95YYD3RWHQ?ASIN=0439023521	Better late than never!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am very happy I finally read The Hunger Games. And yes, I'm happy to say that it lived up to the hype and Suzanne Collins can add another fan to her already popular work.<br/><br/>It combines the bad-ass protagonist, Katniss Everdeen (which I keep thinking is a typo, and keep thinking katpiss lol), no vampire or werewolves involved (enough already with their species), archery (love this kick-ass chick!), and the uber-lovable Peeta Mellark, which reminds me so much of someone.<br/><br/>The excitement, the buildup, the very believable characters and very relatable situations. Haymitch, though, reminds me of Jiraya a little bit. And I loved how the author is building up a love triangle most likely to be looked upon more closely on the second book, between Katniss, Gale and Peeta.<br/><br/>I love Katniss' character, can relate with the whole desperation to live, hunger, and the lovable innocent little sister. I'm a big sister too. :)<br/><br/>Love Peeta's dad. ""See that girl over there? I wanted to marry her mother.""<br/><br/>I love how smart yet dense this girl is when it comes to Peeta. But I know how it feels, I'm part of the club. Hahaha.<br/><br/>I love how it is fairly-paced and it didn't make me feel like the author just have to make sure that something happens in every turn. That's how I felt with The Lightning Thief. Anyway, very well written!<br/><br/>Also, the language was simple and age-appropriate. The theme and characters are very well developed. Even though I just met Rue, I felt like I already knew enough to feel empathetic.<br/><br/>Loved Cato's ending. I could just imagine what Peeta and Katniss were hearing during those moments.<br/><br/>All in all, if you guys who haven't read this, are not yet convinced by the raving reviews, better check it again, coz you're missing out on a wonderful reading experience. :)<br/><br/>Happy reading!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1COH6WQ7XVRZY?ASIN=0439023521	It was really well written and told	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Publisher: Scholastic, Inc.<br/>Purchased: Bought on Amazon<br/><br/>What I Loved: The story compelled me from beginning to end even in its most disturbing moments.  I wanted to know what happened even when I really wanted to just skip ahead and find out everything would be ok.  The characters were all well thought out and presented in a fashion that no matter how long or short of time they had, it felt like you knew them.  The author presented them in a fashion that you cared one way or another about what happened to them. Even the most distasteful characters you wanted them to get theirs. Both of these elements were so well done and combined that the pages flowed effortlessly till the end.<br/><br/>What I Liked: It was great to learn a little bit about each district through their competitors even though you never saw their part of the world.  You slowly found out that hardly anyone outside the capital really had it easy even though it could appear that way from the outside. I also enjoyed the flashback scenes where you got to learn a little bit more about Katniss and why she is the way she is.  It really helped to flush her out as a character.<br/><br/>Complaints:  Very seldom do I have any complaints about a book when I give it a 4.  This is not really a complaint but more of a why it will be a bit before I read the next one.  I love when a book has realistic tendencies but I need hope in order to feel complete at the end.  This book was downright depressing to me because there just was not hardly, if any, hope. It seemed like for every up turn, there was an even bigger down turn. At the end, I shut the book feeling like they were just fighting to stay alive but not live.  That is hard for me to fathom for anyone.  I do want to know what happens.  I just have a feeling this will be one of those series that might not fulfill in a total way for me. That isn't a bad thing just not something I read very often because I like to escape into the world I am reading.  This is not a world I would want to be in.<br/><br/>Why I gave it a 4: It was really well written and told.  I would have put this book down in a lesser author's hands because it is just not the type of book I normally would read.  It did not give a 5 because I wasn't happy with the end.  That is just a personal preference though and I have read many reviews giving the book a 5.<br/><br/>Who I would recommend it too: This is a YA book though with the subject matter I would probably say older YA.  I could see this also appealing to the Sci-fi community as it has a combo Running Man/Lord of the Flies type of feel to it.<br/><br/>[...]</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2K45WKGC1CDIH?ASIN=0439023521	Riveting!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a remarkable young adult series that will also appeal to older age groups (much like our friend Harry Potter).  I commented to my husband that before long, people will really be talking about The Hunger Games Trilogy.  Though much darker and more violent than other young adult books I've read, it still conveys a universal attitude towards an oppressive dystopian regime in the tradition of 1984 and Brave New World.  I would liken it to an adolescent Running Man, as the powers that be demand an annual tribute, selecting one boy and one girl between the ages of 12 and 18 from each of the 12 districts of a post-apocalyptic America known as Panem.  These tributes are pitted against each other in a fight to the death, the lone survivor earning prestige for the rest of their lives.<br/><br/>The book is very well structured.  We are introduced to Katniss and her world in the 12th District, her family and background, and her devotion to her younger sister Prim, which causes her to volunteer as the District's female tribute in her sister's place.  She is whisked away to prepare for The Hunger Games and we are given a better idea of the structure of Panem, but it is purposefully ambiguous, leaving room for development in future books.  The games themselves are a struggle for survival, to hunt or be hunted, but Katniss's greatest challenge is determining how to address her fellow District 12 tribute, Peeta.  Can he be trusted, when in the end there can be only one winner?  Are his professions of love genuine, or just a gimmick to help them stay alive?  As the battle rages on and the number of tributes dwindles, Katniss must make some serious decisions if she is going to keep her promise to Prim and get out of this alive.  The conclusion was riveting and left me with extreme anticipation to start the next book.  The dilemma left for Katniss to confront made for a great segue into Catching Fire.<br/><br/>For adult readers like me, this is an easy and captivating read (I consumed it in one day).  I will diligently be spreading the word about this fantastic book and its sequels.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IIZNX780KHQV?ASIN=0439023521	A thought-provoking and intense read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not put The Hunger Games, by Suzanne Collins, down - I had to read it in one go over the span of several hours because I was that enthralled with the story and the characters.<br/><br/>The novel takes place in a dystopia several hundred years in the future, in which the U.S. has become twelve Districts ruled by one Capitol. About a hundred or fewer years previously, there were thirteen Districts, and together they decided to band together and rebel against the Capitol - and they were crushed. In retaliation, the Capitol destroyed District 13, and to punish the other twelve further, they now have to participate in the Hunger Games.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games are an annual, televised ""battle royale"" between twenty-four contestants - a randomly picked boy and a girl from each District - in which the last (wo)man standing lives in prosperity for the rest of their life, and their district is showered with food and other luxuries (hence the ""hunger"" part). Only teenagers are eligible. Contestants, who are called ""tributes,"" have to survive in the wild as well as battle with each other.<br/><br/>Our hero is Katniss, a girl from one of the very poorest and hungriest districts - 12, which used to be Appalachia, and from which there hasn't been a winner in thirty years or so. Her name isn't drawn from the hat, but her little sister's is - so Katniss steps up as a volunteer ""tribute."" She and a boy she barely knows, Peeta, are District 12's representatives.<br/><br/>I appreciate that the novel has a strong female protagonist - something that's lacking in YA sometimes. Katniss is smart, adept, quick on her feet, and quick to take action in a dangerous situation. Amazingly, she also isn't so perfect that she's boring. She's outsmarted by some characters, she's outfought by others, and she has a difficult time trusting others and forming close relationships, which reflects poorly on her and have serious consequences.<br/><br/>It's written in first person, which can be a gamble at the best of times. I understand that the tone/style is off-putting to some - it's written in a very matter-of-fact and dry voice (which was quite funny at times to me, but others thought it was un-relatable-to). However, I ""bought"" the voice because it reflects well on Katniss's personality, and it changes throughout the novel as she grows from her experiences, such as with Rue especially. I found it to be a refreshing change from a lot of YA fiction about girls, and a very engaging novel - I was completely caught up in Katniss's experiences. The pacing was also perfect for me - it's not too drawn-out, but it doesn't give the impression of it all being over too quickly. There's action, adventure, horror, and even, yes, romance.<br/><br/>It can be very dark at times, as well - from Haymitch's (the one living District 12 winner) constant alcoholism and oblivion to the world around him, to the violence and desperation that takes place in the competition, to the ""entertainment"" value of the Games, to the way relationships are manipulated out of necessity, to the effect of war and violence on the human mind, to the glimpses we see of the politics and government behind the Games, to the inherent moral grayness of winning/competing in the Games.<br/><br/>It's very well crafted, and a lot of it, especially the end (""End of Book One,"" obviously) means there's going to be a sequel. I hope the series goes farther and explores a rebellion against the government (it would be disappointing if it degenerated into a love triangle plot only), but more importantly how Katniss is supposed to return to her family and District but isn't, ultimately, the same anymore, as well as her having to cope with her own actions in the Games. In short - I eagerly look forward to more!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15JLZNGNY1HVT?ASIN=0439023521	"Who ever said ""All's fair in love and war?"""	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Ok, so it's not exactly war, but the plot of ""The Hunger Games"" weaves love and sort of a gladiatorial/survival competition together. Other reviewers have made comparisons with similar stories they've read--but for me it was a fresh read. It was sufficiently suspenseful to keep me reading through it at a pretty good clip, and there were plenty of twists to keep me guessing.<br/><br/>The story involves a futuristic republic that has replaced the United States following some sort of war or revolution. The government uses fear and brute force to keep it's various ""Districts"" subjugated to the fortress-like Capitol, built in the Rocky Mountains. The Hunger Games is their continual reminder to the citizens of who is in charge. 24 tributes, a male and female from each of 12 districts in the nation, are selected from a lottery of teenagers. The odds are stacked against the poor, but even the rich are not immune. When the protagonist of the story, Katniss Everdeen, finds that her little sister has been drawn--she is compelled by love to take her place. Can she find a way to reverse the odds and to survive while not becoming just a pawn of the system? In the game, she and the 23 other tributes engage in a protracted fight for survival in a fully televised outdoor arena, with only one winner left standing. But what will become of friendship and human dignity? How will she face her fellow tribute from District 12, a familiar face and schoolmate?<br/><br/>While there is nothing heavy or philosophical about this book, it explores the theme of human fascination with violence in entertainment--something that is older than the Roman Coliseum and the Gladiators, and is as much a part of our entertainment today. Collins does this without focusing overly much on the grotesque, but shows the conflicting emotions, and the seemingly futile struggle against powers greater than their own. Yet all the while, love and the will to survive compel Katniss to become the clever heroine.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4FT93OQZF9F9?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a hardcover book written by Suzanne Collins. I read this book in two days, but could of read it in about four hours. It was really good even from the first page. Although it started out a little confusing, as I was trying to figure out what time era this was. I reread the first few pages before it sunk in as a futuristic North America setting, sounded communistic, and very dark. It really keeps you interested while reading throughtout the whole book. It's about a district ritual where every year they have a game called the Hunger Games in which two people from each district, 12 districts all together-- one boy, and one girl between the ages of 12-18 years old are chosen to fight to their death in a wooded arena containing several acres of land where they fight for their lives, ""kill or be killed"". The last one standing wins. It's to remind the people of their fight for survival with past wars, famine and whatever else they survived in the past. Basically, it was so they knew who was boss of the districts were, and that they didn't forget it. Names are drawn from a boy list and a girl list and announced in the town square. Because Katniss volunteered in her 12 year old sister's sted, she was taken along with a boy whom she called ""the bread boy"" because his father owned a bakery, and she couldn't remember his name from school. Together Katniss and Peeta (the bread boy) team up to get rid of the other 22 district children that were chosen for the 'games' that year. If you are the last one standing, your district wins food, and luxeries they would otherwise not have, since food is scarce, and so are jobs, all the towns people are poverty stricken. This is kind of a ""Soilent Green"" type of movie, where food is scarce and you kill for it. Only this book you don't eat people, you hunt your own food. Katniss is a great hunter because her father died when she was 11, and her mother goes into such a depression that Katniss is forced to take care of her little sister Primrose. Pairing up with a friend named Gale, Kantiss learns to hunt for rabbits and other game, so her hunting skills are put to a test during the hunger games where you die of just the elements. You're thrown into an area where you have to hunt, find your own water, shelter, and constantly keep your eyes peeled for the other kids hunting you down to kill you, remember, it's the last one alive that wins the hunger games. Very interesting concept. This book kept me going throughout the book, and everytime I picked it up, I hated to put it back down. Together, Kantiss and Peeta, the ""bread boy"" form an alliance and help each other during their time of need. They find food, berries, and shelter, and even love while in the game. This is a very good book and is highly recommended by me!  It leaves you hanging at the end, and I know a Part II must be in the making......</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2I6CD5EUS75G9?ASIN=0439023521	One of my all time favorites!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't hardly put the book down and had to continue with the next 2 in the series.  I read them as library books and ended up buying them. I had to have them for my library.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RI6W00UVH6DVI?ASIN=0439023521	The Game of Life or Death!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games(book 1) is a mind-blowing and outstanding expierience for people and kids 13 and up.This book is based mostly about a life or death situation for the kids of Panem.District twelve,also known as the Seam is the main focused district in the ""games"".The games are made of 24 kids tht fight till there are only 1-2 people left depending on if they are from the same district.<br/>  Katniss one of the main characters,and a tribute as they call them is described as a red-haired girl who has been taken car of her little sister and her mother since prior to the book her father died in a mine explosion.Another main character Peeta is also called a tribute he his described as a teenage boy in which his father owns a bakery and is also described as a higher kid since he a bakers son.<br/>  Most of the other districts are known and are broght about having many luxurious things,but in district twelve luxury is a big and far desciption for them.As Katniss and Peeta are loading the train to leave for the games Katniss is given a pin with a mockingjay in the middle which was given to her by a family friend Madge,and is now Katniss's new prize token of district 12.Once they reach Panem Peeta and Katniss are interveiw and Peeta finally confesses his feeling for Katniss.Some of you may ask why?Well when Kanitss was searching for food Peeta burnt fresh bread so he could give it to Katniss.Love and the games are two words that bring alot of feeling and contreversy.<br/> Now as they begin the battle(games)it is all up to them.Who will be lest?I myself being a teenager enjoys the first book of a three book series/This book will have a suspense that will want you to stay up and read it for hours.<br/>  Written By:Morgan B.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWVBA7J7IBMO7?ASIN=0439023521	Loved the characters!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm loving me some Katniss these days. This is seriously the only fantasy novel that I've liked enough to finish. Great premise and a strong heroine. Can't ask for much more.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZMDYJTGXP035?ASIN=0439023521	Quick read action fill novel	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book came into its own in the second half.  It is fairly a fast read made for young adults clearly.  It is an enjoyable read and I think folks will get a kick out of it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHNJ3AQYUK8H3?ASIN=0439023521	A short review by a new reader, who isn't a young adult	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Let me preface with a little history about me,<br/>I am a 22 year old college student studying design who, up until recently thought books were a waste of time. ""Why not go to the movies instead... more visual and less time"" is what I would usually say. Two years ago I picked up a book that my girlfriend at the time encouraged me to read, it was a Stephen King book called ""The Stand""... and that's where I got hooked on reading.<br/><br/>I would always talk to people at bookstores, get to know their interest in books and find recommendations that I sometimes hated but most of the time loved, and that's where I found ""The Hunger Games"".<br/><br/>From the very moment I picked up ""The Hunger Games"" I couldn't put it down. I locked myself in my room and embarked on a journey that I didn't realize would blossom into fascination and a sort of ""hunger"" for more, it was only until the middle where I found THAT out. I am a reader who loves many genres (psychological thrillers, mystery, science fiction, and fantasy) and who love many books (""Enders Game Series"" , ""Enders Shadow Saga"" , ""Duma Key by Stephen King"" , ""Harry Potter Series"", ""The Good Guy by Dean Koontz"") for what they do to me, that lasting impression, that escapism, that ""hunger"" for more or for it to be real. That empowered feeling after reading a book or a series that brings suspense, joy, happiness, anger, grief, and even sadness... and The Hunger Games did all of that.<br/><br/>If you are an adult and are a wondering if you should read this series or not let me tell you bluntly, READ IT! You do yourself a disservice for not reading a series that is great and will, quite possibly, be as big as Harry Potter.<br/><br/>Thank you and happy reading!<br/><br/>- Joseph</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CA6WEFW07TZF?ASIN=0439023521	Humanity and Heroism, Fueled By Hope, Feed the Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow! What a creative mind Suzanne Collins has! To have woven this story of a future world that has created a perpetual punishment as payback for a past uprising and revolt, is just too fantastical to believe. Yet, we have the Hunger Games-a systematic and gruesome duel to the death.<br/><br/>Through the eyes of Katniss Everdeen, we experience first hand the wonder, marvel, horror and desperation of tributes that represent each of the twelve districts of Panem (the country which has evolved from the ruins of America). While my five star rating reflects how much I was drawn into the story and the plot's ability to keep me engaged, I am ashamed to admit the depraved, and inhumane premise of the story could capture my attention so thoroughly while simultaneously repulsing me with its wickedness.<br/><br/>But, enough about my internal conflict. The real story is found in the characters. The hopeless helplessness of their plights linger long after they're gone. The innocence and single-mindedness seem entirely appropriate given the circumstances. The blossoming romantic conflict adds a strand of tension that provides relief when your nerves are frayed by the deluge of gore and grit. Wishing for an outcome that we know is impossible keeps us on the emotional roller coaster that is the glue to this series.<br/><br/>Because, of course, the story doesn't end when the competition finishes, we know that there will be more. While we know the victor, we don't know if the promised bright future is really as gleaming as the games producers promise. If you love fantasy and drama intertwined with the bravery and introspection of the young, the Hunger Games will certainly exceed your expectations!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RN93SSUA1YPUA?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book arrived faster then I thought and I couldn't put it down once I received it! The Hunger Games is one of the best books I've ever read. I definitely recommend it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9294FJ91ZF7?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's been a while since I've read a book that I literally stay up all night reading and can't get the plot out of my head during the day! Worth every second of your time!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRYNQQIS1SIMK?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book didn't want to put in down read it in 3 days and I had to work. Loan mine to a co-worker and the read right though it also. Glad some told be about the books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18KMIYEKL2CHF?ASIN=0439023521	Fun and Easy read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Welcome to the world of Panem, the country that was once called North America in this futuristic tale we are thrown into the Hunger Games with a young woman named Katniss Everdeen. Panem is made up of the Capitol and the 12 districts, introducing us to an autocratic government where the districts must follow the Capitol's rules any signs of defiance or disobedience is punishable  by the authorities in this case the peacekeepers.  At one time there had been an uprising of the thirteen districts against the Capitol but twelve were defeated and the thirteen had been ""obliterated.""  As a reminder that such an uprising should never happen again the Capitol hosts the Hunger Games every year taking a boy and girl from each district and pinning them against each other in a fight to the death.<br/><br/>I started reading this book after seeing the trailer for the upcoming movie, in my mind I thought ""that looks pretty cool."" So I decided to try out the book, because of the trailer I had a vague idea what the book would be about. From the very beginning I was engrossed in Katniss' tale of adversity, from having to provide for her family since her father's death, to her younger sister being chosen for the Hunger Games and immediately taking her place, and even more that might spoil the book for you! Usually as I read I some-what compose a review in my head I may read an interesting part and start composing how I want to include it in my reviews but for this book I was so captivated that my mind did not once even wander, which in itself is a feet for me.  This is definitely a young adult novel but if you want a fun easy read I would suggest you give this one a shot.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GE70I6OB270Z?ASIN=0439023521	A terrific series for most age groups!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Thank you, product arrived new as described. I love this book, great pricing too! Look forward to getting my friends and family to read it before the movie comes out =D</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSKXJIUB5IEHE?ASIN=0439023521	Qq	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Qq hcjfj hfjg u h I I. I I I I I I I I I I I I I</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IY5F8FLXADWA?ASIN=0439023521	Great read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A great book for children around the age of 12 and something that an adult could read as well I really enjoyed and I think the majority of people would also enjoy it.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLK569BOSL0U3?ASIN=0439023521	The HUnger Games Book 1	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great story and I am eager to read the next two books.  What lets it down is the poor style of writing.  Luckily the storyline allows you to overcome this.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BXEDD0EJ2YQ4?ASIN=0439023521	Review: Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My Thoughts:<br/>This book is amazing. Absolutely incredible!!! 1st you have this world. that once was North America!!!! And the controlling people in the Capitol. You have to fight for your life. Rather is killing your food, or trading things for better. Sometimes even that isn't available. I couldn't imagine.<br/>Then you have the ""Hunger Games""! What kind of crap is that? You have a game, a real-life game that you add humans in and sit at home, and watch them.... FIGHT FOR THERE LIVES... Killing, hunting, trying to survive through hunger, dehydration, and the fact that there in a GAME. Last one alive wins.. I mean wow. This girl Katniss volunteers herself. Taking her sisters spot. What a brave, girl she is. &amp; she is a figther, that's for sure. Then she's up against from her district Peeta.<br/>I mean i don't want to sit here and give away a bunch of spoilers. For those who haven't read it. BUT that's so hard for this book. Because its so amazing i just want to type all the pages up for you to read. NO, not really :)<br/>But, in this book there's love. hate. anger. all that. every emotion you can think of you read about in this book. and you feel as well.<br/>So, who does she choose??? Peeta the one she's ""forced"" to pretend to love, but the boy who says he's loved her since she was 5. Or does she love Gale. Then boy whom she hunts with, and spent many countless days talking, and getting food for there families...<br/>Well, I DON'T KNOW.... The book is made that way.. so that you will run out to the store at 1am with you tattered pj's and flip flops on and buy Catching Fire!!!!<br/>Bottom line..<br/>IF YOU HAVEN'T READ HUNGER GAMES. YOU NEED TO.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R50AX4QAR7VFY?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Book was as good as I heard it was going to be!  You will not be disappointed!  I'm already on to the third book and have loved every book in the series so far!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11S4TBW1WIQJO?ASIN=0439023521	Addicted	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I LOVED this book! It was so hard to put down and didn't have the lull in the middle that some books tend to have. I'm hooked on this series! I highly recommend it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30WV13S9GF7A0?ASIN=0439023521	One Star	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Book club fodder. Not a fan of dystopian stuff.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VB1E4KZEUMDP?ASIN=0439023521	This amazing adventure creates an amazing heroine	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Katniss Everdeen is not your typical hero.  She doesn't even want the credit for being one...at first.  After all, any attention she brings to her family could have bad consequences.  Her poaching the nearby forest for food so her family could survive, her slightly insane mother, who hasn't been the same ever since Katniss can remember. Even her fragile little sister who sometimes can't see past her own selfish needs and wants is at risk if Katniss becomes a hero.<br/><br/>But it is exactly Katniss's responsibility to accept when she steps up to the Hunger Games in her little sister's place.  Panem is a world hidden in America's future and darkened by such greed, war, murder, mayhem, and a new kind of aristocracy which threatens the security of all its citizens.  In fact, pitting children against one another is an entertaining thing to be watched like the NFL's Superbowl.  And Katniss is thrust into it.<br/><br/>She must survive and win for her family the security and protection all survivors of the games have.  To survive she will need more than her hunting and scavenging instincts.  She will need cunning, speed, stamina, and patience.  She'll have to forget her vengance and blindly trust the other contestants from time to time.<br/><br/>More than that however, Katniss must find in herself the faith and courage which will make her the hero Panem, her sister, and even American readers need today.<br/><br/>This first story will blow you away.  It is exciting, well written and completely surprising.  You may hate the idea of children killing children, but you will discover in Katniss an incredible character worth believing in.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24BB6HMAD87GL?ASIN=0439023521	Eh!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was compelling, but not very original.  Think  the short story ""The Most Dangerous Game"" meets the TV show ""Big Brother"" and you'll get the general idea.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2T15ENIQ9B1K0?ASIN=0439023521	great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i could not put the book down. I read the book till my kindle fire ran out of batteries. I am on my third book. i was shocked at the ending of book 2. Great books.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32C6WE584GYDT?ASIN=0439023521	AmazinG	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This novel is heart wrenching, thought provoking, and sensational! It has something for everyone, not just young adults. Do yourself a favor and read this series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3C3S8J5WISLGI?ASIN=0439023521	i read it in a 2 days ..finished the series in 5	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i think my title explains it all. the words take you in and you are hungry for more. you can see the world of panem throught katniss eyes and see how ugly it is.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RH69ZLOH649L9?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book to get non-readers to read!  Have a class of high school students with wide ranging abilities reading it.  With movie release soon, even more exciting.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UFZIHRZ9YB3Y?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put this down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book completely gripped me. I truly couldn't put it down. I was completely engrossed in the characters and felt their emotions. I highly recommend this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AEUYRPAVLWU0?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is one the best books (and book series) that I have ever read. The story is incredible and has a great underlying message. The characters are great as well.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROKB2W107S1Y3?ASIN=0439023521	Kindle Version: Default font size is 4-5 times larger than your setting.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">How can such an obvious mistake have been allowed? Rushed eBooks like this need to be put to an end. Kindle, and other eBook device owners: make your voice heard.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBRU1XFI5VX3T?ASIN=0439023521	LET THE GAMES BEGIN...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My daughter recommended this book, telling me how she totally loved it and that it was part of a trilogy. I was a little skeptical at first, especially as it is touted as being for young adults, and I am anything but. Still, my daughter was so enthusiastic about the book, I decided to give it a chance.<br/><br/>Well, I was totally blown way by this book. I could not stop turning the pages. What a great story! Though similar to ""Running Man"" by Stephen King in some ways, in that it involves a televised fight to the finish in a post-apocalyptic world, it is much more compelling.<br/><br/>The author is a born storyteller, seamlessly telling the story of Katniss Everdeen, a sixteen year old girl living in the country Panem, in District 12, which used to be part of the United States of America. The people in District 12 are very poor, and they are ruled by those who live in a part of Panem called the Capitol.<br/><br/>Every year there is a televised event called the Hunger Games, in which all children of a certain age group in each of the twelve districts of Panem are entered. Two, a boy and a girl from each district, are chosen to participate, and participate they must. The winner, and there can only be one, as it is a fight to the finish, is then supposedly set for life.<br/><br/>This is definitely a plot driven story, and what a great plot it has, with many twists and turns! I was riveted from beginning to end. In fact, when I finished the book, I immediately ran to my local brick and mortar book store, just to be able to get the sequel immediately. I simply could not wait to continue with the story!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CHZ47G1GHE57?ASIN=0439023521	Loved this!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book kept me reading! I didn't want to put it down. The writing flowed nicely, and there were no slow moving parts at all. Can't wait to read the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MLUMTR5F057L?ASIN=0439023521	Cliffhanger	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">From the first page, this book catches you and reels you in. Every chapter left you hanging, down to the last one. I can't wait to read the rest in the trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3413IUHOOSY1L?ASIN=0439023521	Best book of the year!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book amazed me. Really, I can't stop thinking of Katniss and all she went through. Peeta, too. Such wonderfully-developed characters and an awesome story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24422ILRWQHON?ASIN=0439023521	I read this book 3 times in 1 weekend. Minor spoiler alert after PARENTS BEWARE	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was absolutely consumed by Panem.  The first book is by far the best of the trio. Collins writes Katniss so well that she feels like a personal friend given her diary.  Her situation, desperation, and need to overcome are palpable in their immediacy.  I could not look away even when I feared for what I'd see on the next page.  I was shocked to love this book - I usually hate violence on the page or screen - but Collins wrote a wonderful little book about people in very violent circumstances.<br/><br/>One last comment - for anyone who said this was ""unrealistic"" and ""could never happen"" - I would suggest spending a little more time with your history books. I think both the Roman Empire &amp; Nazi regime may be of particular use in your study.<br/><br/>*PARENTS BEWARE: You need to read these books.  They are full of many interesting topics for discussion.  BUT THEY ARE VIOLENT. Very violent.  As a mom, I would want to know what was in them so that I could gauge my child's reactions. As an adult, I cried multiple times. I was sickened by things on the page.  The books are so amazing &amp; well-written (aside from a few literary cliches &amp; obvious plot devices) that it would be a shame for a young adult not to explore them but it would be easy to get lost in the violence and miss the grander themes without some adult guidance. (SPOILER ALERT (very minor) You also need to remind your children that super-pretty endings full of dancing Ewoks really only happen in feel-good action movies. Violence rarely, if ever, makes people happier. Collins doesn't shy away from that lesson.)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2C45VDTJB6H2?ASIN=0439023521	Love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed reading this book. There's strong characterization, the plot moves at just the right place, and you can really immerse yourself in the story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TLMIVERD4F7S?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm going to assume you know what this book is about already and go straight into my review.<br/>I really loved this book. I like how there is a bit of space between the time Katniss is chosen and she actually enters the game. The plot is enthralling. There's just the right amount of action in the games with enough detail to make you slightly disgusted but not totally turned off. Oh, and Collins's writing kicks butt!<br/>But what I loved more then anything about this book was the characters! Katniss is what a real ""strong heroine"" should be like. Seeing someone like her was refreshing, because so many heroines these days are either incapable, two dimensional, or ""I'm just as strong as a man and need to prove it every five minutes by being a jerk""-ish. Peeta... How we love thou Peeta... Quite honestly, I thinks it's nice to see a ""nice guy"" the love interest for once. Browse the Amazon shelves and read the descriptions. You're bound to find more bad boys then good ones the object of girls' affection.. I won't spoiler too much for you by telling you about every character, but let me say, these characters are a big part of why I love the Hunger Games!<br/>While there are laughable elements (like ""Peeta"" being a baker), I think every fan needs to be able to snicker at their fandom. It is so unbelievably easy to look past these.<br/>While I wouldn't recommend this book to EVERYONE, as it is too dark and gruesome for the more gentle among us, I would recommend it to anyone who loves strong heroines, amazing plots, action and romance, star-crossed lovers... the list goes on.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NBAETA76WMAJ?ASIN=0439023521	Good dystopian world with a shallow protagonist	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I usually like dystopian science fiction, but I was disappointed in this book. Most dystopias are about an individual who disagrees with their society and tries to do something about it. The idea is to give us a sense of moral outrage at the society (which often mirrors the worst aspects of our own society) and some degree sympathy for the main character.<br/><br/>In this book, the main character's primary motivation for the last 2/3 of the book is to win the last-man-standing hunger games. Along the way she may gain a degree of humanity and compassion, but her goal of winning the games never changes. I kept waiting for her to do more than feel sad, angry, and disgusted. I wanted her to try to really break free of the underlying attitude/system that said ""the only way out of here is to murder your way to the top,"" but it never really happened. She may have manipulated the rules a bit to get a less horrific ending than the game's organizers wanted, but she never seriously considers any option other than trying to win the game.<br/><br/>By writing this way, the author has made us little better than the decadent capitol dwellers...we are not cheering for a major change in Panem's society; we are reduced to cheering for a certain ""contestant"" to ""win"" the bloodthirsty event that defines this society. In the end, this book boils down to watching children murder each other for sport while we shake our heads in disgust but cheer on our favorite.<br/><br/>I still plan on reading the other two books in the trilogy, but I am not impressed with the first one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3S44LSWUHSL60?ASIN=0439023521	Good past time reading. interesting plot and characters.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i love this book. it's one of those books that will make you turn each page and wonder how it's going to turn out for our Katniss. Great read. Never boring.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DYASPNHICEER?ASIN=0439023521	Lives up to the hype	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What can I say about this book? The first thing that comes to mind is WOW! this is an amazing book. I have been wanting to read this book for awhile now and all I can say is that it definitely lives up to the hype. I was hooked from the first page. The author does a beautiful job of laying out the imagery of the story and you can't help but feel emotionally attached from the start.<br/><br/>The story of the world of Panem is heart wrenching. How awful to live in a world where your every word and move is under constant scrutiny, where the rulers live in luxury while the rest struggle to just survive. The Capitol is a disgusting reminder of what a government with too much power is capable of doing. The Hunger Games is an even more frightening thought. It was hard not to become emotionally attached to the characters, especially when you know only one can come out alive.<br/><br/>The characters in this story are amazing. It is hard not to like them all mostly due to the fact that it isn't their fault that they are in the games. I would say my favorite was Katniss. She is hardcore and I found her easy to relate to. Peeta is sweet and smart. The emotional connection that develops between them is evident from the start and plays out beautifully.<br/><br/>There are many twists in this story which keep the pages turning quickly. Just when you think everything is okay, here comes something else. It definitely keeps you on the edge of your seat. I loved this book and am anxious to finish the rest of the series. Every page keeps you wanting more and more.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CMB7G0FC1UG2?ASIN=0439023521	This series was AMAZING!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved all three of these books from the series!! The action the surprises and twists, I couldn't  put the book down until I was done with the whole thing!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29TVHUXOLZ055?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book and the other 2 that follow in the series were an amazing read. I was reeled in from the start and couldn't put the book down. Fast read and fun.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SHQGWH5F7FIJ?ASIN=0439023521	Got me hooked from the start.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">There are a few books to movies that I am eagerly waiting to come to life in American theaters:<br/><br/>1) Daemon by Daniel Suarez<br/>2) Girl With the Dragon Tattoo by Stieg Larsson<br/>3) Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins<br/><br/>I honestly was not expecting much when I first picked up The Hunger Games.  I remember hearing some small talk in an on-line book club forum but never really thought this would be for me.  If it was not on sale when I bought it, I probably would NOT of bothered with it as I found most ""Young Adult"" books never really catch my attention.  Delighted to say the story caught my attention early on and I tore through all three books in a week.<br/><br/>Taking place in the far future in the nation of Panem, the 12 Districts surrounding the Capital send tributes (1 boy and 1 girl) to the Capital to play the Hunger Games, a battle to the death of District children fighting in an enclosed arena which the Gamemakers have total control of their environment.<br/><br/>To the Victor of the games comes an easy life for themselves, a brief respite of total misery to the Victor's District (until next years' game), and live entertainment for the decadent citizens of the Capital.<br/><br/>The citizens of the 12 Districts live a hard life to provide everything the Capital's needs and wants; Food, electronics, coal, furniture.<br/><br/>The Capital provides the Peacekeepers to enforce the law as they see fit.<br/><br/>Katniss Evergreen and her mockingjay token becomes the symbol of the resistance.<br/><br/>My only complaint about the series?  The story is too short.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5JT0LVIAYVM2?ASIN=0439023521	A Great Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I cannot say enough good things!! One of the best book I have encountered in a very long time... I recommend this to almost anyone... absolutely riveting!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1S1PEMNWD5XKE?ASIN=0439023521	Three Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Its okay but im not a fan of fictions books!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QLMFUNJ6TTBQ?ASIN=0439023521	Best book I've ever read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book. Ok felt all the emotions and I even cried a little at some parts. I can't wait to read the next one and I recommend this book to all!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AJ8P6CX8UWM4?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book series.  I read it in the past but didn't want to wait in the library que to read it again.  I had to order it for myself and a friend.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29APR9X78MSFR?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is an amazing story! I am in my 50's and this book is for teens but I loved the story. I could not stop reading because I had to read to the end.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTMHUKNHYFZ84?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is one of my faverite books since AIRMAN and Artemis Fowl! I really hope there are LOTS of books coming after this. I can't wait until the movie.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12YU190ROT5GC?ASIN=0439023521	awesome read, could not put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It takes a lot to interest me in a book...but Suzanne did it with this one.  From page one I could not put it down.  Cannot wait to purchase book two!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7CML051UQK87?ASIN=0439023521	great!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've heard about this book for years now, but was never really interested in reading it. At the time, I was reading only urban fantasy or paranormal romance novels and didn't know what to make of the dystopian genre. After seeing the movie trailer for The Hunger Games, I was intrigued. I went out and bought the entire series. I am so glad that I read this book, it was way better than I anticipated. The characters and the world-building were exceptionally believable.  Katniss, and all the other characters in the novel were well developed, and as a reader I felt connected to the characters. Whatever was happening to them in the book, as a reader I also felt their joy, sadness, and pain.<br/><br/>The pacing of the book was great; it had me constantly turning the pages eager to find out what will happen next.  I finished the book in 2 days, would have been sooner if I didn't have school LOL. The book is told from Katniss's point of view; and the majority of the book is full description rather than the usual dialogue that I read. The ending of the book had a lot of surprises that I wasn't expecting (example: what happened to the dead tributes). Overall, I really enjoyed this book and I would recommend it to anyone whose looking for an action-pack novel. This is my first dystopian book, and surely it will not be my last. I look forward to reading more of Katniss's adventure in the next two books in trilogy. Like everyone this weekend, I will be watching The Hunger Games movie as well!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LEN4X0S59425?ASIN=0439023521	5 stars. That says it all.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I never give 5-star book reviews. Ever. Yet I'm contradicting that by giving one for this book, because this book is nearly flawless. I don't understand why it's labeled ""for grades 7+"" on some websites, because it is definitely NOT for people that young. Yes, it is gory, but the gore does not detract from the plot or the depth of characters. I am always looking for books like this, where the characters are all so well-written and unique and even the least relatable character makes sense. I know a lot of people have said they find Katniss cold and unrelatable, but that is so not the case. My only explanation for that is that those people didn't understand her. While reading all three of the books, I found myself actually thinking I have never identified with a character as much as I do with her. Maybe that makes me cold, but I don't care. Because I love her. I love Peeta. I love all of the main characters in these books (yes, even Haymitch, for anyone reading this who has already read the books).<br/>And the plot is so unique and developed that I haven't been able to stop thinking about this book for weeks. It stays with you. I have even made the most random comparisons between real life and the world in The Hunger Games, the Capitol, and Panem itself. It's really hard to explain, but in a good way. I just finished the third book today and already want to start reading the whole series over again. Needless to say, I'm slightly obsessed. READ IT; don't just wait for the movies.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1239CN842C631?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing and Haunting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book takes place in the future of a devastated America.  It is now called Panem and there is a thriving Capitol with 12 poverty stricken Districts that serve the Capitol. Once a year the Capitol holds the Hunger Games in which a girl and boy ""tribute"" from each district are placed in an arena to fight to the death. 16-year-old Katniss, from District 12, is sent to these games when she volunteers to go in place of her 12-year-old sister whose name was called. Her male counter-part from District 12 is Peeta, the son of a baker.  Katniss's main concern is surviving, and thus winning, the game, while Peeta's is to not lose his humanity while ""playing"" the game.<br/><br/>I was so blown away by this book, there's no way I can do the review justice, but I'll try to sum up some of my feelings about it. I could not put this book down and read it straight through in one night. There's a little bit of everything in this complex book; action, humor, suspense and more suspense, sentimental moments, horror and more. I had to stop and reflect throughout the book about right and wrong and the gray areas in between. It was such an emotional roller coaster ride of a read, but in an amazing way. Ms. Collins does an incredible job of showing us the softer moments and the horrifying moments through Katniss's point of view. I wasn't sure I was going to like a first point of view for this type of book, but Ms. Collins makes it work. I've been recommending this series to everyone I know.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3S3T1V8JNOG3Z?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent story for young adults and adults as well.  Great (but disturbing) plot and keeps you wanting more and more!  Thank goodness it's trilogy!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1T87HE2DTN61T?ASIN=0439023521	Compelling and suspenseful...highly recommend it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Now I understand the hype surrounding this book and trilogy! The Hunger Games is the perfect blend of fast-paced suspense, carefully constructed plot, and a brilliantly written main character.<br/><br/>At the beginning of the novel, we are introduced to 16-year-old Katniss Everdeen, who lives with her mother and sister in the poor, coal-mining District 12 (society in North America has been reduced to a country called Panem--with a rich, ruling Capitol and 12 scattered, mostly poor, districts). The Capitol keeps its districts in line by entering one teenage girl and one teenage boy from each district in the yearly Hunger Games, which is basically a brutal televised competition, in which competitors fight to the death. When Katniss' younger sister's name is drawn as the female Tribute from District 12, Katniss unhesitatingly takes her place in the Games. She will have to use all her wits and talents to outsmart and beat out the other competitors.<br/><br/>Dystopian science fiction is not my favorite genre, so I was skeptical about how much I'd like this book. I was amazed by how quickly I was sucked into the story and characters' world. Suzanne Collins is a truly gifted writer, who has imagined this world that grabs hold of the reader and does not let go! Each chapter leaves you on the edge of your seat, ""hungering"" for more (sorry...I couldn't help myself!). I recommend this book to anyone (13-14 years old and up) who loves a good story...you will not be disappointed!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29OE1N6F5OTMI?ASIN=0439023521	Pathetic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">There's nothing less than one star or I would have given it that rating. I blame myself for breaking my own cardinal rule: don't buy a trilogy unless you read the first book first. I admit that the movie trailer had me believing that no one would drop big bucks on buying movie rights unless the books were excellent. Big mistake. The premise of the books: in the deep dark future the country of Panem is a brutal dictatorship with its 12 remaining ""districts"" living under slave rule to provide the Capitol with everything they need or want to live large. Katniss, a 16 year old girl who has lived in district 12 her whole life, who has seen brutal killings, has had to hunt in the wild to provide for her family, etc volunteers to take the place of her younger sister who has been selected to fight in the yearly Hunger Games, an event designed to keep the slave populace aware of what happens to people who revolt against the government. Katniss enters the game with a boy she'd known her entire life but didn't suspect his love for her. They enter the games and its Last Man Standing rules. Brutal death, hunger, dangers around every corner. What is Katniss' prime concern? Is it getting killed, leaving her sister and mother to die of starvation? Is it the dread of a knife or spear penetrating her, killing her? Nope, her prime concern is whether or not Peeta, the boy she's with, REALLY REALLY REALLY loves her. Prime dialogue:  Peeta loves me, or DOES he? I love him too, or DO I? And my hunting partner/boyfriend back home, he loves me too. Or DOES he, and I want him, or DO I? Jesus Mary and Joseph. My 15 year old granddaughter could have written a better book. This is a book about a chick written by a chick. The author is trying to describe life in a futuristic concentration camp but writes about the girl's maturity level as if it were 2012 in San Francisco. If this book had been written in a less sophmoric manner, Katniss wouldn't have even thought about anyone's feelings or any misunderstandings between her and her boyfriends, she would have been a hardened, mature girl at age 16 who had liven in conditions similar to girls and boys in modern age countries like Somalia and Yemen. She wouldn't have even considered little silly girl concerns such as IF some boy loved her, she would have been in the games to win and live, period. I'm forced to finish the trilogy just because I  paid for them, but I'm finding myself skipping pages by the dozens, sick and tired of the immature and outlandishly inappropriate dialogue that goes on and on and on about her little ""feelings"". Don't buy this joke of a trilogy, just go see the movie and hopefully it won't be as bad as the books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11QRX9TEJSFHH?ASIN=0439023521	Love among the ruins	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games races through a crumpled and crushed America where the future has divided the country into the Capital of the state of Panem and the 12 districts that feed and clothe the capitalistas.<br/><br/>In a landscape that reminds us favorably of F. M. Busby's great SciFi novel, Rissa Kerguelen, the outlandishly cultured Capital forces the 12 Districts to send two ""contestants"" as ""tribute"" to the annual ""Hunger Games."" If you rebel, you get what the 13th District got-- you become a glowing lava pit.<br/><br/>The contestants fight to the death in a special game park that is preserved afterward as a tourist attraction where Capitalistas can revisit their favorite death-moment.<br/><br/>Suzanne Collins is an excellent writer, who draws her characters, good and not-so with care. The plot draws you in, and the pacing carries you along quite well. I didn't break out of the readers' trance until the final page. Then I noticed things about Collins' worldbuilding that were a little shaky, sort of like a Potemkin village.<br/><br/>But I don't care. This is an excellent read, especially for Young Adult readers. Who knows? They may go on to read other science fiction greats like Busby, like Heinlein, and like Mike Resnick's Africa stories.<br/><br/>Like what we publish in Jim Baen's Universe, this story may be set in a dystopian future, but it isn't ugly. The characters shine as they cope with the future they were born in, and the culture they're stuck with, but never drown in.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XT1LC2Y41KVQ?ASIN=0439023521	REALLY?!?!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">FOUR AND  HALF STARS?!?! WHAT THE HECK?!?!?! HOW IS THAT EVEN POSSIBLE!??!?!?!?!???!? bestselling book/movie gets 4 1/2 stars. not FIVE. four. -.-</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YTP01FEBU531?ASIN=0439023521	A Masterpiece	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is meant for young adults, yes, but anyone that picks up this book and actually looks past their own literary haughtiness will be entranced and unable to do any other activity besides reading until the last page. This book is about a heroine named Katniss Everdeen, who voluntarily replaces her sister to participate in a slaughterhouse festivity called the Hunger Games, hosted by the evil central government that is much like the government imagined in George Orwell's 1984. In the Hunger Games, two contestants (called tributes) from each of the 12 districts in the fictitious country of Panem (existing on the site of what used to be North America) are chosen through a lottery, and entered into an arena where they cannot escape unless they kill each other until only one of them remains as the sole survivor. As you can imagine, much of the book is spent describing the intensity of the battles that ensue between the tributes. However, the parts that drew me the most were the personal moments between the characters, particularly between Cinna and Katniss. Yes, all the kisses between Peeta and Katniss make for good a teenage entertainment, but beyond that, the characters actually seem to possess a depth that is beyond what is normally entailed in a young adult book. In its literary worth, the book straddles somewhere between The Giver and 1984, but in its pace and fun, I would place it right along the lines of Twilight if not higher.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FHWOUKPE0GOS?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the book and the movie. It was so touching and a different sort of love story than I'm used to. Great book and good for the whole family!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MN9L5IFJ37UU?ASIN=0439023521	Read 'em all!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Start with the Hunger Games, continue with Catching Fire, and finish with Mockingjay.  I am not a Y/A but loved every book.  A great, great read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1EFZ7XP4JGX7V?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games triology	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A great fiction told from a female perspective; Good entertaining uncomplicated reading with original ideas;I can only brecommand the experiance;</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R365N5O47MOUZC?ASIN=0439023521	LOVED IT.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Such a great book. Action, romance, suspense. Covers it all. Very well written and keeps you wanting more. I finished it in just a couple days.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OYGGTDOL30FS?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Have to admit, not a book I would typically pick up and read. Ended up enjoying it so much I immediately started the second book of the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3V6BN9QVVAAZ8?ASIN=0439023521	A Work of Art in Words	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Oh my God! The Hunger Games is truly a work of art in words!<br/><br/>Katniss Everdeen is a young woman that had to grow up too soon. Set in the future, the United States has become an area of Districts, all under the name of Panem. Each District has it's issues, mostly, the people are starving, while those in the Capitol live the life of excess and luxury.<br/><br/>Each year, two tributes (boy and girl) are selected to fight to the death as a reminder of the Capital's power. Only one can survive. When Katniss' young sister, Prim, has her name drawn as Tribute, Katniss volunteers in her place and is thrown into the arena. Can she survive? Will she have to kill Peeta, the boy Tribute from her District?<br/><br/>Katniss is an unbelievable heroine. Her inner strength is unmatched, yet she does not realize how strong she really is.<br/><br/>I started this book on a Friday and finished it on the following Saturday. It is totally devourable. I'm reading Catching Fire now and I can not wait to see the movie.<br/><br/>Five Stars for a brilliant story that will pull your emotions in every possible direction. Kudos Suzanne Collins! And Kudos to those who decided to put Jennifer Lawrence, from Louisville, Kentucky, and John Hutcherson, from Union, Kentucky, in two of the lead roles. Kentucky rocks in things other than basketball!<br/><br/>Continue reading on Examiner.com The Hunger Games - A Book Review - Louisville Creative Writing | Examiner.com [...]</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20EVR32DA183W?ASIN=0439023521	highly addictive, science fiction romance	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Whether you are a fan of science fiction or not, I believe you will enjoy this book.  From the very beginning, Suzanne Collins introduces us to the future of North America.  Following an apocolyptic war, North America is now divided into 12 Districts ruled through by the totalitarian Capital.  Each district lives to serve the excessive whims of the capital.  In order to quell future uprisings against the state and demoralize the citizens, each district must send a boy and girl between 12-18 to fight to the death in gladiator games.  Hence Katniss enters the arena, as she volunteers to go in her sisters place in the nationally televised gladiatorial arena.  We are reminded of ancient Rome as many of the characters names are those of famous ancient Romans.  Katniss must rely on her wits, cunning and skill with a bow and arrow, as she seeks to survive the games.  Through the games, she also discovers the love of Peeta, son of the local baker, who has loved her most of his life.  Though the premise is violent and disturbing, the author artfully guides the reader through a realistic future world, to cheer for the protanist's success and survival.  If Katniss and Peeta are in love, who will survive the fight to the death?  In some ways, I believe that the author is comparing American or Western society to those of ancient Rome-excess, greed, violence, and using other people lives as entertainment (reality TV).</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DYWFJC5P4HIF?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is about a population that is run completely by the Capital. The population has been broken down into twelve districts. After district thirteen tried to rebel against the capital, they destroyed the district. To make sure no other district tries to rebel, every year they hold the ""Hunger Games"" which they select one boy and one girl from each district to fight to their deaths. When Katniss' little sister is chosen as tribute, she volunteers to save her sister. When she volunteers, she is paired with a boy who saved her life long ago. In order to survive, Katniss has to make drastic decisions, which will make this year's game unforgettable.<br/><br/>From what I have seen, this book is loved by all types of audiences; young children, teens, and adults. I did not enjoy this book myself. I found it hard to get sucked into this book. I felt as though it moved slowly, and I need to be captured within the first couple of chapters. The story was interesting, but it wasn't one of those books you put down and say ""Wow, that was awesome."" I enjoy romance books such as the Twilight Series, but the question of whether or not Katniss and Peetra love each other got old really quick for me. I feel it was extremely overplayed which caused me to get slightly annoyed with the book. I would recommend this book for people that are more patient with books and enjoy action and romance.<br/><br/>Samantha B</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MY6DGWHCAXHO?ASIN=0439023521	Left me hungry for more!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read all 3 books in one week. I was left happy but wanting more. I wish she would write another book with the children in it :) Great read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2O86U0FEEUJYO?ASIN=0439023521	Easy to read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was easy to read but it wasn't as promising as I have expected from a dystopic book. It doesn't inspire or give you new ideas about life.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TU705ZEM27BT?ASIN=0439023521	A Must Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read all 3 of these books within days of getting them!  So good if you havent read them read them!!!  Cant wait for the movie to come out!!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R198ETM8QPJ8ZI?ASIN=0439023521	eeh it was ok	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i think this was a decent book but more faced towards the younger croud. Personally i think Enders Game is one of my all time faavorites.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZUFWYY2NTNPQ?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">In the first 5 pages I was invested.  I was drawn to the characters.<br/>Non Stop action, I couldn't put it down.  I absolutely loved it.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTQR2LRV21DKT?ASIN=0439023521	Great YA fiction	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Yes, this book is gruesome and sometimes disturbing.  Still a great read -- my 14 y/o nephew and I burned through the series in a week.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWXQA3LAGNR0Y?ASIN=0439023521	Gripping, Spectacular	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I understand why some people may not find this book anything but disturbing.  I couldn't disagree more.  Accusations of ""ripoffs"" aside, I think this book is spectacular.<br/><br/>The emotional rollercoaster you feel while you embark on this journey with Katniss Everdeen is undeniable.  I feel the triumphs and sorrows accurately depict the many feelings of war.  One step forward, two steps back.<br/><br/>The entire trilogy is a reminder that power corrupts, war creates death, and that one person can influence the world.  Yes, parts of this book are disturbing, but not too much to handle.  The intricate storytelling keeps the reader on the edge of their seat through the entire series.  I finished all three books in two days, unable to put down my kindle.<br/><br/>Even the supporting characters have deep stories behind them, and every character has a poignant role to play.  The different ""districts"" and the ""capitol"" that the author has dreamed up are thorough, colorful, and they come to life in your mind in full detail as you read.  The details are imaginative and genius.<br/>There are no loose ends left hanging as the series wraps up, and I haven't been this pleased with a series in a very long time.<br/><br/>What a thrilling, horrifying, yet beautiful concept.  Kudos to the author.  I would love to see this made into a movie series.  I will be picking up her other works!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JQXIO0IJKCGH?ASIN=0439023521	Fine Holiday Fun	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you don't like this, never bother reading fiction again.  I only really read non-fiction and this was such a joy.  It is a must read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7K7E2F0EIFWJ?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it. Twice!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love this trilogy.<br/>So nice to bury my head in these books.<br/>Compelling story. Deep metaphor.<br/>Definitely for kids- and for adults too.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUFD8BAVXWF6I?ASIN=0439023521	May the odds be ever in your favor.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">In the ruins of America lies Panem a country of wealthy snobs keeping genuine people under a strict bootheel. As punishment for an almost centuries old rebellion each year The Hunger Games are held. Two children (a boy and girl between the ages of 12 to 18) are chosen from each of the 12 Districts of Panem. The Games are anything but fun, but rather a sadistic display of violence and murder in the tradition of Gladiator combat. When her sister is chosen, 16 year old Katniss Everdeen sacrifices herself instead taking the childs place.<br/><br/>Does the young Bow Hunter have what it takes to survive?<br/><br/>I first became aware of ""The Hunger Games"" because of the forthcoming film. I didn't really pay much attention to it. Then my nephew told me of the book, he's 16 and not much of a reader so if he liked it it occurred to me to check it out. I ordered it here and got it two days later on a Monday. By Wednesday I was finished. I highly recommend this book, but be warned it's brutal, the author Suzanne Collins has a way of putting the reader right in the thick of things. I could feel myself in the arena with Katniss, feel the blistering heat of the wall of flame, feel the sting of the Tracker Jackers and shiver along with Peeta as he succumbed to blood poisoning.<br/><br/>""The Hunger Games"" is a must read for Genre and Non-Genre fans alike.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3M094GZ5QRBDB?ASIN=0439023521	Book review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is awesome! Just read it on my friend's kindle. Gonna get my own copy for sure now. Hard to put down after you start reading.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GX7FECFG87YP?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Would recommend this book to everyone. It's very easy reading. Once you start reading book you will have a haard time putting it down.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24GBXH14CB8XU?ASIN=0439023521	Can Be Viewed As A Morality Tale: War meets Reality T.V.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins tells a story that is difficult to put down.  I usually read a chapter and put the book down.  I couldn't do that with Hunger Games because I cared about Katniss, Primrose, Rue and Peeta too much to leave them when I didn't know what might happen them.  One reviewer said parents wouldn't allow such a thing to happen and stand by doing nothing.  But there is much more reality to this story than may be immediately apparent.  For centuries parents have watched helplessly, and even sometimes with pride, as their children have been required by ruling authorities to go off and fight wars that are more often about power games than about saving the world from evil.  Now, we can literally watch as real battles are being fought. Sometimes we even see someone killed on camera.  True, most of it isn't live action, but some is.  Put that together with reality T.V. shows like ""Survivor"" where, although no one is murdering anyone else - yet, there are definitely backstabbing and cutthroat tactics that are used.  And the person who uses such tactics is heralded if he/she wins.  We also have to acknowledge that there are people who get off on seeing a racetrack crash where people are injured or killed.  There are many ways in which it's possible to see the scenario portrayed in Hunger Games as being very believable.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PRIFHI9R053I?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good theme but written poorly.  I would like to compare the actual hard copy to the<br/>fire book as the writing may be input badly</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2EYT02A4CTNJ4?ASIN=0439023521	Good idea not so good execution	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">You know that point in a school paper where the student stops caring so much about the quality of the paper and just wants to fill the pages to get it finished? That's what many parts of The Hunger Games felt like to me. I was continually surprised and disappointed how little detail and description was given to important events and characters. I downloaded the Kindle sample chapters of the second book but really don't have much desire to read it.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VRJ9DFZC0E89?ASIN=0439023521	Just my thoughts	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After watching dozens and dozens of videos and reading a ton of blogs about how good this book, and series, was I decided it was time to pick it up and start reading it. I have to say that this book lived up to the expectations that I had for it. Often times when a book receives so much hype it has a hard time living up to it. This wasn't the case for ""The Hunger Games"" by Suzanne Collins. Collins does a wonderful job of transporting you into a world that I don't think any of us could imagine happening. You feel like you are there at the reaping and you are pouring your heart out with Katniss at what happens at the reaping. You are then pulled into the Capital with her and Peeta as they are preparing for the games. I was on the edge of my seat and turning pages as fast as I could once the hunger games started. I have to say that this book is excellent in terms of plot, character development, and readability. I must admit though, that I am curious as to where Collins is going to go with the next book in the series. She ended it at an interesting time in the story. I guess that's what keeps us book obsessed folks coming back for more though. If the second one is as good as the first one I will be pleasantly surprised and this series may end up being one of my favorites of all time.<br/><br/>Overall Rating: 5/5</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2I62J395W7VLJ?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not put this book down. I Recommend it to all readers of every age. Both of my granddaughters read this book and loved it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RZA0ONOUM9YE?ASIN=0439023521	One Star	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">First person present tense... come on.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36B9NXJSCM0Q9?ASIN=0439023521	Katniss + Peeta foreverrrrr	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Oh my God I loved this book. Definitely a fantastic buy. I read it in one day...like 8 hours. I totally recommend it to everyone</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Y3NMNGW0AYY1?ASIN=0439023521	Best Book EVER.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The best book i've ever read. very addicting. I wish there wans more than 3 books. A must buy and if you dont you will be sorry.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26B746DGVW1LO?ASIN=0439023521	You should read this!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Seriously, this is the best book I have read in many years. I literally was late to work because I couldn't put it down. Katniss is an amazing character and so are Gale (though we don't learn much about him until the later books) and Peta. The situation is unbelievable, engrossing and engaging. There are twists and turns, unexpected moments and a whole range of emotions.<br/><br/>As I don't have children, I can't say what age this series would be appropriate for. I'll say this, though: I actually cried at a couple points while reading this (SPOILERS: at the reaping with Prim, for Rue and surprisingly when Thresh lets her go) and the Mutts at the end gave me (at age 20+) nightmares (and I don't spook easily). Perhaps the best advice for parents is to read this book BEFORE your kids so you can judge if they are ready for it or not.<br/><br/>This series has become the new 'thing' and I worry that because there is always an inevitable backlash against whatever becomes strongly popular and because this is a 'young adult' series. As an adult, I can say that this book is AMAZING. Start reading and try to stop! It's impossible. Everyone should read this book. EVERYONE.<br/><br/>Please note that this is the first in a series. The second book is Catching Fire. The last is Mocking Jay.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNJ4OMGXMZ5SO?ASIN=0439023521	A page turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Survivor meets American Idol.  The Miss America Pageant meets Ultimate Fighting Championship.  The Olympics meets Shirley Jackson's ""The Lottery.""  Before ""Hunger Games,"" I thought Lois Lowry's ""The Giver"" and Nancy Farmer's ""House of Scorpions"" were among the best of the genre, but Collins' new book takes young adult science fiction to a whole new level.  It is a riveting, almost too intense read.  Not for the faint of heart.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PNHQ03V2ET0O?ASIN=0439023521	follow Katniss develop	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I think that you should look at the 1 ratings before you buy this book. I agree with them 100%. The reviews are actually suggesting that the literature is so cleverly composed that it is disturbing to these readers -and I feel for them, honestly. I feel for them as the graphic language is not for all, so be aware of the content coming your way.<br/><br/>From my side I love a range of literature. I bought this as it was presented at Columbia University during a presentation I attended there and decided to read this to my daughter. My daughter is young, 8, but is OK with such concepts as we have learnt about the issues in Sudan, about the Rwandan Crisis, and Hitler's genocidal work in WWII. For her the book was pale in comparison to the graphics offered in such documentaries, but when followed with discussion and reflection I hope it helps her become a better individual for our world later on in life.<br/><br/>If you like adventure, challenges, determination, and would like to follow Katniss develop in this book - you will be captivated. Simply look at the statistics with over 1000 5s and a handful of 1s, and the 1s even credit the quality of writing! Use discretion - and if you think this is a genre of book you would like to try you probably will not be disappointed.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FW99ZHJZWALI?ASIN=0439023521	Kept my interest	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well written and interesting.  One of those books you want to steal time away to read...Best book I have read in a long time.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4CZVUDLOGKX1?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Not my usual read but I could not put it down. Did not stop Until I had  read all three.  Now I can not thinking about them.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SHORJ8KS2QX7?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The books were in perfect conditions, no fold pages or wavy edges, no stains, everything good! I do Highly recommend this!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R254PKKUAL8LGI?ASIN=0439023521	It was okay...but...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book just seemed really dead. Ever since reading this book, I couldn't stop thinking about how dumb the whole idea was. At the beginning , we're told that no one has a reason not to be in trouble with the law,so why are Katniss and Gale the only ones behind that fence? If everyone is starving, they should give up mining and go hunt for Pete's sake.<br/>Also, the author keeps repeating ""flashback stories."" They made the book flow a lot more slowly. A word of advice to authors everywhere: don't keep repeating flashbacks unless it's critical to the story, and even then, don't create too many.Too many can get confusing.<br/>A nobody even considers revolting?!What's the point of a story if not even the hero fights back? Those are the stories I would avoid.<br/><br/>However, it did make me cry in some parts, so I guess the author did a somewhat good job. I just didn't see what the fuss was all about. The sentences seemed all out of place sometimes, though.  There are better books out there. Go read Harry Potter (at least the first few books.) Go read Deltora Quest (even though the Old English feel drove me nuts.)Heck, go read the Emerald Atlas! (Not as popular,but still better.) Just stop cramming this into my face.Please.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R309Y0BOZG4915?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book - Could NOT Put It Down!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I held out reading this book ... however with the movie coming out and all the hype I thought, 'why not' and so I purchased it for my Kindle.  I fell in love with the characters, plot and the author's writing style from the first page.  I had a hard time putting it down and finished this book in less than a day.  I will admit, I am a lover of the Twilight Saga ... (there's my ONE personal confession for the day!) and this book was nothing like that series.  It seemed to be a deeper book with deeper characters and actually read more 'adult' than 'teenager' fiction.  The subject content was much more adult as well.<br/><br/>I'm sure most of you out there have an idea of the plot and storyline from friends or from the trailers from the movie, so I won't bore you with all that.  I will say that Katniss is a very interesting and like-able character.  She is a strong-willed girl who fights for her family and I love the aspect of that character.  She instantly had me pulling for her.  I have already continued on with this series and have recommended it to all my friends.  This pulled a lot from the sci-fi mindset and I love how that played out.  I have yet to see the movie, so am looking forward to seeing this book come to life.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3ATGCB0NS7EMC?ASIN=0439023521	happy with	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As described, happy with transaction</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NY7AT41Z6LTF?ASIN=0439023521	Not A Children's Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Please allow me to say first, in a clear head-nod to the author, that this is an intense, gripping, and meaningful book.  It is a high quality work of fiction that deserves accolades and admiration.  This book and its sequel make emotionally resonant points about government and economy without any hint at preaching.  Not only does this book project a terse yet believable heroine who we grow to cringe with and root for, but the book clutches us to itself and hurtles us through its pages.<br/><br/>BUT . . . this is not children's literature.  Nor is it even teenage literature.  This is a violent, emotionally-wrenching book that will make even adults wince and feel their stomachs twist.  The point of view is from a first person perspective.  We see and hear, through a sixteen-year old's eyes and thoughts, children dying.  A number of children.  Blood spatters and kids die in explicit, violent deaths in a gladiatorial-type setting over dozens and dozens of pages.<br/><br/>Please understand that I am not an ultra-conservative, nor am I in favor of keeping books out of kids' hands.  I believe that this book (and its sequel) are valuable books that deserve the awards and praise they have received.<br/><br/>But this is not for children.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YBXFIVTN8J3?ASIN=0439023521	AWESOME	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazon Book Review<br/> The Hunger Games is a captivating action, love, hate novel. Suzanne Collins captures every aspect of Katniss Everdeen's predicament. Alone with the battle for love, Katniss faces twenty-three other boys and girls set on survival; the problem is they are all set out to kill her. This is one of those stories that make you sad, happy, angry, and afraid all in a matter of seconds; in other words a true page turner.<br/><br/>As I read through this book, I felt like of was in the Games alone with Katniss and Peeta; I could feel the sorrow Katniss felt for Rue, the respect they had for Fox-Face, and the pity they had for Thresh. As a teenager, I can relate to their internal struggle; maybe not the trying to kill each other aspect. Although, the internal battle Katniss has over choosing the right path in the games was easy for me to relate to the process of choosing a college. The fight that Katniss had in the beginning, about her feelings towards Peeta, was identical to my choice in whether or not to start a relationship before I left for college.<br/><br/>Overall, this book was amazing; I would recommend it to any age from fifteen and up. No matter you gender, nationality, hobbies; I bet you will like this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RT9IYM66T5ANO?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was so wonderful. I had many different emotions throughout the book. Everyone shoukd get a chance to read this!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKIPKZI638ODI?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this is the best book ever.ones i started i couldn't stop.it keep me off my seat.read it and you will love it  like i do.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1X8084GB98N35?ASIN=0439023521	Very engaging.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had a really hard time putting this book down. Highly recommended. You will be hooked by chapter two.<br/><br/>Happy reading!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQYA8PBPDABNU?ASIN=0439023521	good book not as good as movie but worth reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good book as i said in the title but the movie is better so if you have the movie i would recommend watching that first.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2A05WTYPYICRT?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was unable to put this book down once I started reading.  I highly recommend this book to everyone that enjoys reading</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11Z5VPQ8E9EJM?ASIN=0439023521	Easy and Entertaining Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The first book in this series is the best one. It focus on a dystopia in the future. It reminded me of a cross between ""The Handmaid's Tale"" and ""Fahrenheit 451"" probably more closer to the latter. Katniss is the main character and the story is told through her perspective, I will let you decide whether or not you like her. She has many admirable qualities in this first book. Going into the world of the Hunger Games it is such an original plot (although it is similar to ""Battle Royale by Koushun Takami), about a society that makes its twelve districts send two children to an enclosed arena and to fight to the death. Of course it is a little more complicated than that, but that's the gist of it. I  recommend everyone to read at least the first book because it is a very easy read. It is young adult and can be finished quite quickly, however the substance of the book is still there even if it is a young adult book. On a side note...I did see the movie after I read the first book and thought the movie really edited out major plot points in the book. The movie did do a great job of capturing the moments before the games, but lacked showing the intensity of the games and Katniss's relationship to Rue.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3A200JJRILR33?ASIN=0439023521	You will NOT want to or be able to put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Simply put, one of the best books I've ever read. The entire trilogy is absolutely riveting. I never wanted it to end.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3EVNRWJD0NELP?ASIN=0439023521	Lovely book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Awesome book loved it I wish there was more then three books I also suggest the hunger pains its hilarious....amazing</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JT2FZUZLWE12?ASIN=0439023521	There's more to life than food	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The main character has almost no personality or thought beyond the acquisition of food. This makes for a very dull character to read about (although there are moments of what I'm sure are unintentional humor). As 'starving' people in the real world usually have a bit more on their minds than food, this is not a sign of where she comes from but rather just a sign that she is a really shallow human being.<br/><br/>The main thing that bothered me was that the characters never need to relieve themselves. Although I don't want graphic depictions of the act, it is a key point in that it creates vulnerability while being hunted and is also an important method of tracking (since the main character is a hunter, she would know this in the real world). I've used 'business' sighting while hiking to aid me in avoiding certain creatures that I'd rather not bump into. The absence of this touch of reality made it hard for me to consider the book well thought out and well researched.<br/><br/>Overall, it was an ok read for a young adult book. I borrowed the book from the library and will likely borrow the next one in the series with the hope that the character evolves a bit.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQ4L7RVZO5O86?ASIN=0439023521	Loved the trilogy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">While there were a couple things in the book that seemed a bit too fantastic and hard to visualize (such as the location surveillance cameras used in the games that seem to capture everything), the book was full of strong characters, harsh reality and cold choices. It's some heavy stuff for kids to grapple with. Katniss had a hard life as did everyone, so she's no nonsense and doesn't waste time complaining or day-dreaming; she does what needs to be done. She is the epitomy of what ""survivor"" means.<br/>I enjoy the social commentary and the subtle jabs at today's consumerist society that's steeped in war and terror and enthralled with bright colors and fancy gadgets. I enjoy that there is no trite happy ending--how do you recover from killing and watching people die, losing family, and still have a fairy tale ending? You don't, and I appreciate that Suzanne pulls no punches.<br/>At times the books are heartwrenchingly touching, at others starkly terrifying, but at it's core it carries a torch for honesty and bravery--which is simply the action of doing what needs to be done regardless of how terrified you may be. Bravery is a beautiful thing, and so are these books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3G9165ZCLDXR9?ASIN=0439023521	awsome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Could not put it down. And I can not wait to start the next one. It was emotional, and suspenseful, and I am hooked.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRG44XQAU695B?ASIN=0439023521	This book gave me nightmares	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">By now you've read this book, and if you haven't you should.<br/><br/>There are no real words to describe this book, this trilogy really. It's more of an experience that everyone has to live through in a different way because if you really think you're just safe sitting on the couch, lying in bed, reading at your desk at work, then you're wrong. You'll soon begin to feel very very not safe, no matter what you do.<br/><br/>Safety is sort of the key. And you won't be safe until you finish all three books.<br/><br/>When I began the book I was in my car. I heard it was going to become a movie. I saw it win Best Teen Read in Canada, [...] and even though I avoided the book due to the premise on the back, I felt the urge to read it.<br/><br/>The first seven chapters whipped by me and I realize that this is not a love story. There's love incorporated into it, but it's not a love story, not really. I put it down. I contemplate reading the rest. I tell myself maybe it's better I don't know what happens in this series. I tell myself these things because I don't want to know what will happen in the arena with Katniss and Peeta.<br/><br/>I really like the idea of not having nightmares.<br/>[...]</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R314AGGPZRL6OP?ASIN=0439023521	I liked it, but it could have been better.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When sixteen year old Katniss takes her sister's place in the Reaping, she expects certain death. No one from District Twelve has ever won the Hunger Games, and Katniss doesn't believe she will be the exception.<br/><br/>Right off the bat the book introduces a dark premise. (SPOILER) When they first introduced Katniss and Gale I assumed they would participate in the Hunger Games together, and Gale would ultimately die in the end. This would have been much better than watching Katniss and Peeta cuddle up in a sleeping bag. Literally, at least twenty pages is devoted to them snuggling and wooing each other. I wouldn't have minded, except that I am stubborn and don't like Peeta. He was stupid and annoying and weak, and Gale is far more superior. (End spoiler)<br/><br/>But other than that, I really enjoyed the book. I appreciated that Collins didn't patronize her reader; The Hunger Games is a young adult book but the writing style makes it appealing to adults as well. I thought the action in the book created suspense, and overall it was an appealing read. (I really liked Rue!) If you're looking for action, good writing, and a decent plot, the Hunger Games delivers.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R253WPJZDKL13S?ASIN=0439023521	Entertaining and Enhancing...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I must admit, when there is a movie/book combination, I must watch the movie first to retain any kind of affection for it.  If I read a book first, the movie inevitably falls terribly short for me.  That having been said, this is one instance where I did, in fact, watch the movie first, and it is under that circumstance that I write the review.<br/><br/>This was definitely not my favorite book in the series.  I read it over the span of a couple of weeks, and while it was entertaining, it didn't add any critical information that the movie left out.  The book enhanced the experience and the storyline.  It gave nuance, context and internal dialogue to the situations presented, but it was not one of those situations where I read the book and was blown away by how stark the differences were.<br/><br/>I would definitely recommend the book to anyone.  The context, nuance and introduction to Katniss as a narrator were enough to warrant the read, especially since I felt definite tone shifts in Catching Fire and Mockingjay.  Still, the book is as many introductions to a series:  Excellent as a piece, but even better as an introduction to the series itself.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7VAJZ0KI9Z0V?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games, a game of life or death. 12 districts 1 boy and 1 girl per district, 24 minors competing against each other to win. There is no we, there is only I for those 24 tributes who must compete against each other to be the last alive in the arena. The main character Katniss Everdeen is a volunteer tribute to take the place of her sister Prim in the Hunger Games. Could this be the end of Katniss. The Hunger Games is an addicting book that you will not be able to put down. Suzanne Collins is a wonderful writer who will be able to captivate you in her book the Hunger Games.<br/><br/>Okay so now that I'm done with the summary I'll tell you what I thought of the book.I thought it was an amazing read and could not put the book down. I am a huge fantasy fan and don't read much other than fantasy so when I read this book because a friend recommended it to me I thought I'll try it bot most likely wont like it. I was in for a huge surprise I absolutely loved it. I recommend this book for anyone ghat enjoys reading.<br/><br/>Would I buy it again-yes<br/>Would I read it again-yes<br/>Would I recommend this book to a friend- yes, I already have</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R178N2CQVMHB9Y?ASIN=0439023521	CRAP	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">OK. I ordered this book becauuse of the great reviews. Thousands of people love it but I HATE it! I got just over 80 pages in before I decided that I should give it away to a teenager. The story is fine. The writing is horrendous and the entire story could have been condensed to at least half the number of pages that were used. Also there was not a single character that I found relatable. I was in nobodies corner... Horrible book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3S6LV9TRS7K8Z?ASIN=0439023521	I don't get it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I adore reading and picked up the entire trilogy due to all the rave reviews from pretty much everyone I know. It was okay. I definitely don't understand why everyone thinks this is the greatest book ever. I haven't even touched the second one. It is currently at the bottom of my list of books to read, and it may never get read as I am sure I will buy more books before I get to it.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20WANWPI9I3MU?ASIN=0439023521	Kinship	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm having difficulty making up my mind as to what to think of this book. Is it completely science fiction? Is there a little bit of truth that can relate to our notion of the human being once the veil is lifted? I think I'll go for the latter. Collins has written an exceptional novel that will most certainly engage your full attention until you flip the last page. I do not intend to spoil the book by revealing the plot or any specific details but I will try to explain a few ideas I thought were very transcending. Although the book is tailored as one for young adults, the philosophical drift behind it is anything but juvenile. A first thought that comes to mind is Anthropology, the study of humanity. I would recommend anyone who has read or intends to read this book to brush up on this subject, if anything to at least look it up on Wikipedia. If one has a clear concept of the human race and his or her place on earth, I believe this book will not only entertain as an action-packed suspense thriller but also as a meaningful conception to understanding mankind and how he/she relates to the world and the other men and woman in it.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1C9S50QGX1WAP?ASIN=0439023521	Outstanding!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Though this series is supposed to be for ""young people"" it held my attention and kept me reading into the night!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19E8LP465D7U7?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Thought the premise was sickening.  I don't plan to read any more in the series.  I will select better be time.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JVYHXK2QU334?ASIN=0439023521	A descent read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The story flows well and is easy to read, but honestly the post-apocalyptic theme is just not that interesting.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22T9GCJA5VVGZ?ASIN=0439023521	A decent book but nothing special.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book while travelling on a short work trip and finished the book in a couple of days due to some hefty delays.  While it was entertaining enough it really wasn't anything special. At the end of the book it leads heavily into the next book of the series and frankly I didn't feel it was worth it to continue on to Catching fire. For me the biggest problem I have with the book is that the action wasn't the main focus but was the most interesting part, the character development and love story were weakly written. I didn't feel I cared about any of the characters. Also, the back story of Panem was very lacking in detail and I would have liked the book to explore this more and paint a better picture of the world the story was set in. With all that said I am still glad I read the book if only to understand what others have been talking about and get the pop culture references. I can ultimately say it is a good read but it isn't any better than dozens of other books dealing with a similar story lines that are practically unknown in comparison. I suppose what I don't understand is what made this book so popular?</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LUQ0Z4572MTA?ASIN=0439023521	The series starts off with a bang then fizzles	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I found the first book in the series to be pretty engaging and difficult to put down after I started it. Collins did a great job at creating a fictitious world set in the future that has the right balance of fantasy and reality, at least in the beginning. However, after I moved on to the other books in the series, it felt very predictable to me what was going to happen. I also got sick of the internal dialogue going on in the main character's head. She constantly had to spell out for the reader what a predicament she was in, saying to things to herself along the lines of,  ""If I choose to do this, then this bad thing will happen, but if I choose the opposite, then this other bad thing will happen. Do I love this guy? Or do I love that guy? Golly gosh, what shall I do?""  The love triangle in the book also felt cliche and often times very forced. By the end of the last book, I just wanted to finish it to get closure on the series, but it was much less fun finishing the book than it was starting it. By the end of the series, I felt more like I read a made-for-Hollywood script than an epic book series.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2X4IKP0BRF3K0?ASIN=0439023521	Not bad not great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Not bad but definitely over-hyped?  Fun read at any age, but  not anxious to get the next book in the series.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1623NETVNZ3G2?ASIN=0439023521	Interesting, different, fast-paced, and exciting!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Although the writing was a bit simple, I won't hold it against the book for two reasons: (1) because it's supposedly marketed as ""juvenile fiction"" to begin with; and (2) the story is so interesting, different, fast-paced, and exciting that it doesn't matter.<br/><br/>That said, though, there *are* still a couple of detriments. One is the minor predictability of the plot. Granted, it was still exciting, as I mentioned, but it still could have been at least a little more intricate and unpredictable. Also, I thought that the ending, while not a cliffhanger in the least, still could've used a bit more closure. Yes, I realize that this is the first book of a trilogy, but I still like a *slightly* more ""closed"" ending--even in a trilogy.<br/><br/>But, again, even with those negatives, the book still blew me away and although I would probably give it 4 stars in a vacuum, I will still give it the full 5 stars taking into account its genre and the fact that it's part of a trilogy.<br/><br/>In any case, it's such a quick read that I can't imagine anyone at all being disappointed in it!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGA36812CO6V?ASIN=0439023521	NEVER EXPECTED TO ENJOY THE HUNGER GAMES	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">OK - So I never thought that I would actually read this book.  After all, it is about teenagers killing other teenagers as part of a national competition that all citizens are required to watch.  But, every month when I was selecting my free Kindle book for the month, The Hunger Games was always at the number one spot.  And every month I would say that I am not going to read that book.  But, there it was - always number one.  It was always taunting me.<br/><br/>Then I saw a preview of the movie &amp; I have always enjoyed archery.  So when I was going to download my free book for this month, I decided to take a look at the reviews for The Hunger Games.  Most readers had such high praise for it that I decided to take the plunge.<br/><br/>And I am so glad that I did!  I read every single word of this book.  With most books, I skip or rush through portions that don't really move the book along.  And I could not read it fast enough!  Could not wait to get to the next page &amp; find out what happens next.  Looking forward to reading the other two books in the trilogy!  Highly Recommend!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2L7X0BUWA7MBD?ASIN=0439023521	Hard to put down :)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really liked this book, it was hard to put down.<br/><br/>It is set in the future, and is about the future and the way the government instills fear in the population is to make the kids fight a reality show where they have to kill each other ""the hunger games"".<br/><br/>I loved Katniss - she was a fighter. Since her mother checked out on her when her father died, she had to grow up and support the family by turning into a hunter - skills that definitely came in handy for the entire book and ( obviously ) enabled her to survive.<br/><br/>I couldn't quite get into Gale as much, not sure why ( it might have to do with the fact that there was this guy named that in high shool that I absolutely HATED...:) ), but I'm hoping he grows on me in the next book that I haven't read yet. :) He is just not quite as interesting to me.<br/><br/>Books are very hard to review for other people, what makes one person love them another one hates... so, sorry if I've offended any Gale fans out there... ;)<br/><br/>Definitely worth the price of the first book. I'm just hesitating a bit on the next ones since they cost a lot more.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2V8ASFAXLNUHJ?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it, it kept me hooked from the start and I'm excited to start reading the next 3 books in the series!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VN1YWWTWF9YA?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this novel in a day, I literally could not put it down.  I was on vacation, so that's saying a lot!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5670JQU3A6IC?ASIN=0439023521	loved it! not for kids!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i'm 30. i was hesitant about the hunger games because i thought it was a book geared towards teenagers but its not; not at all. this is a dark world and a dark story. i would let 14+ read it. i only cried at one part when she got the bread for you know what...oh man that pulled on the ole heart strings.<br/><br/>my only complaint (SPOILERS) is that peeta somewhere forgot that the romance was part of the show. huh? it was his idea, he even whispered it to her when she found him, ""hey we're so supposed to be madly in love so kiss me."" why did he forget? or why didn't he at least question it at all? he loves her so it hurt i get that but i just don't understand what his expectations.<br/><br/>that being said i still loved it. also, amazon suggested the hunger games to me because i read the molly fyde saga by hugh howey. amazing series of four books; can get a little overly descriptive in some places but he fills the books with great characters and builds wonderous worlds. not as dark as this but its not a kids book either even though the main character is 16.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QOAO8APD1034?ASIN=0439023521	Terrible, Not worth your money	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My daughter was required to read this book for school. I personally knew about the book and hadn't thought her school would require such a thing. I read the book when she was done and despised it. For starters I think that it is a complete rip-off of Battle Royale, both the characters and plot. I strongly advise that parents are cautious with allowing their children to read the Hunger Games. It is highly inappropriate for any child and can even give young people ideas of killing. Not only was the concept horrific but the book itself was poorly written. The writing was amateurish and the characters do not develop and are flat and one-dimensional. To make matters worse the trilogy just gets darker and the dull writing continues. Katniss has no redeeming development qualities throughout the entire trilogy. She, along with everyone else in the book remains uninteresting and undeveloped. The movie was no better, it was overlong, horrific and dull. No young child should read this trilogy or see the movie due to its dark and terrifying concepts. I could not understand everyone's love for such a thing as this. The trilogy and the movie is not worth anyone's time or money.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22SF55J3XIGAP?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A must read. Great from the start to the finish. I can't wait to reach the rest of the books that follow.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28YZBKAV11HP0?ASIN=0439023521	Why all the fuss?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Add my name to the list of readers who felt that this book falls well short of the mark. Based on its phenomenal success, I was certain I was in for a real thrill ride. Instead, what I got was a reasonably entertaining -- but by no means spectacular -- reading experience. The future world Collins has created isn't particularly well thought out, and some of the technology -- such as the ability to record video and audio anywhere in the so-called ""arena"" (actually some kind of artificial wilderness area) seems to defy common sense. At the very least it demands some further explanation. How in the world could a whispered conversation between two people in a tiny, improvised, pitch-black cave be broadcast live to the world? Where would they place the camera? Collins made some other choices that struck me as bordering on being just plain silly -- like calling her genetically-engineered creatures ""muttations."" The writing is mostly okay, although it has clearly been dumbed-down to suit younger readers. All in all, I'd have to rate this one ""O"" -- for Overrated.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2W9NUBYXUHC8U?ASIN=0439023521	Read after seeing the movie...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I tried to read this book once before...  and I didn't like it, I wasn't interested in dystopian novels and I didn't like that all the characters had such bizarre names.  So I closed the book and let it go.  When the movie came out and was a huge success I decided I wanted to read it and see the movie, I read about 6 chapters before going to the movie and the writing was really good, after seeing the movie I went home to finish the book.  It did not disappoint.  In fact it had me buying book 2 immediately after and now I'm halfway through it.<br/><br/>There isn't much to add to other reviews because everything has been said.  Reading the book at the same time as watching the movie I think they did an excellent adaptation of the story and Suzanne Collins has a beautiful style of writing even when it's something as sad and serious as The Hunger Games. What a creative idea.  This book is just so full of imagination and you can tell she put so much into writing it.  Definitely a 5 star and it's no wonder she's the next big thing in book and media headlines!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3L8NOGJD3U1EW?ASIN=0439023521	Not only for YAs; a spectacular series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm what is generously considered an ""older adult"". Ok, ok, an old f&amp;*!. I read mostly horror and some sci-fi, and saw that this trilogy was highly thought of on some horror fiction boards. It is excellent! Each volume is darker and more horrific than the previous one, and the finale leaves one at Edward Lee's doorstep--if you kiddies are old enough to read something that extreme.<br/><br/>There is not much sex; I think that's already been mentioned. But there is plenty of grusomeness and 'blood, guts &amp; gore'.<br/><br/>The story is sort of like Running Man (the short story maybe more than the movie) and what seems to be pretty horrific at the start, The Hunger Games, becomes moreso in following volumes. The end is well done and fits the book--it was well constructed. The characters are believable, and the story is a bildungs-Roman, a story of growing up, by the main protagonist, Katniss.<br/><br/>The only downside: I finished this series in 3 days. I'm a slow reader. Readers who liked this, and want something a bit more adult should look into Richard Laymon and Ed Lee.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BIXTD6G38LUV?ASIN=0439023521	Great, But Not Young Adult Market Worthy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">In summary, The Hunger Games is a trilogy set in a future North America, now known as Panem. Canada, the United States and Mexico have given way to twelve districts, thirteen if you count the nuclear remnant that used to exist before the Capitol leveled the area for insurrection, and it was because of this attempted uprising that Panem now holds an annual televised competition to remind citizens that the Capitol is still in charge.<br/><br/>At its most basic, the competition is set in a natural arena where two teenagers (one boy and one girl) from twelve districts kill each other until one survives. But, when Katniss Everdeen from District 12 enters the gruesome contest, a subversive plot long in the making begins to take shape.<br/><br/>I told myself I would only read the first book in the trilogy. The idea of children killing each other is a bit gruesome even for my appetite, part of the reason I have not motivated myself to read American Psycho. Maybe I'm too soft for it, but you have to possess a certain mindset to read about such elevated violence, let alone write it. The Hunger Games was neither excessive nor explicit. It gave you the details you needed to know and moved on like a good narrative should. Collins, I think, got the perfect balance between intrigue and moderation.<br/><br/>I liked the series because it found a creative way to spotlight reality. I think people will criticize the series on face, because they find themselves reluctant to move past the basic premise that the trilogy sacrifices children to make a point. For me, the greater hesitance is our refusal to accept the reality that either already exists or is just around the corner.<br/><br/>Countries really do sacrifice their children to wage war. Were this not true, we would not be attempting to battle the plight of child soldiers from Sudan and other third world countries. They no more have a choice than the children did in Collins' novel. In some societies, it is preferable to join the military to have a hope for survival than to starve or die, and although campaigns like Invisible Children have done a fantastic job of bringing attention to the issue, the subject will never be the stuff of prime time television, not until it is dressed up in a way that sells.<br/><br/>The public is obsessed with reality television. Unfortunately, too often ratings are driven by the kind of drama that spills over into private lives, and we can't get enough of it. But, what's great about Jon and Kate Plus 8 resulting in a broken home? What is the wow factor behind Russell Armstrong's suicide from the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills? Maybe it all got started with Jerry Springer, or maybe the explosion of television and Internet access has created a private means of feeding our primitive curiosities--private, that is, until the media says it's okay for us to jump in with both feet and publically proclaim our admiration for what was once considered out of bounds.<br/><br/>There was a time when we were careful. It used to be that sex and strong language did not have a place in mainstream media. Now, it's a key ingredient that separates the good from the great. The Hunger Games is based around a television show, and while there is a tremendous gap between murder contests and survival on a private island, we can't deny that productions like Faces of Death generated widespread notoriety in the 90's, even before Youtube was conceived. How much of A Brave New World and 1984 have already panned out?<br/><br/>I don't have a problem with the way Collins uses art to imitate reality. We should be aware of the direction our society is headed. Authors should write whatever they want. After all, they wouldn't write what we don't buy.<br/><br/>I disagree, however, that The Hunger Games belongs in the young adult category. The fact that the books feature young adults does not make them prime for a young adult audience. The fact that some of the book's context has been dumbed down to stay within PG 13 range negates the fact that unlike a book, a movie leaves very little to a child's imagination. It's our responsibility as writers to determine who will be impacted by our works. Of course, this does not detract from the other parties we should hold responsible. If we want our children to be immune to the influences of such works of fiction and grow up to be good adults, we should invest in better parents.<br/><br/>Collins is not the first to delve into dystopia, but if Stephen King's The Long Walk and Running Man escaped the wrath of the moral police, it is because his books were never marketed as the latest teenage craze. Harry Potter and Twilight should not give authors a green light to put lipstick on the grotesque and call it appropriate for our most impressionable members of society, because in middle school and high school, we're not engineered to look beneath the surface. We're wired to roll with things at face value, and yes, at the surface of The Hunger Games is a story of government sanctioned massacre and a celebration of young lust.<br/><br/>If my former assertions are correct, that society is gradually reverting to primitive fascinations and is using pop entertainment to justify its decline, then it shouldn't matter if The Hunger Games is being swapped on college campuses or kindergarten classrooms, but I have not given up on the basic noble nature of humanity. We are not savages, and perhaps books like these are meant to forewarn us of what society could be like if we don't do something to prevent it. Dystopia is nothing more than a depiction of society evolving faster than our spiritual capacity, but our spiritual capacity is there, alive and well if we are willing to exercise it for something good.<br/><br/>These are just a few things the trilogy prompted in my mind. The work itself was well written, though it could have ended on a stronger note. I think Collins found herself struggling to keep up the momentum of the action, and in doing so, I found a few unnecessary scenes and haphazard developments that did not need to be a part of the book to make it shine. Even so, I strongly recommend mature adults pick it up and give it a shot. It's futuristic science fiction without the bland sophistication of George Orwell. And, it's the type of controversial literature that stimulates important discussions we might otherwise  have skipped.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1EYN8P9VV89MH?ASIN=0439023521	Eh...just ok....	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Didn't love it, didn't hate it. Perhaps it's more for the readers that loved the Twilight series...I wasn't even interested enough in them to read the first one. I used to watch the TV reality show Survivor religiously, but it got too redundant and predictable. I kind of feel like The Hunger Games is a written version of Survivor. Only it has some ammusing things like the tracker jackers &amp; mockingjays---cute, kind of like Dr Seuss creatures. I'll see the movie---hope the killing isn't too disturbing. I'll be interested in seeing how the movie protrays the main characters and the ""Seuss-like"" characters. I still haven't decided on whether to read Book 2 &amp; 3 or not....I kind of feel obligated.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HP6MUBWWVFNF?ASIN=0439023521	I give it a 3	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is fabulous writing really. I mean really well written. The problem I have is the basis of the story and I can only imagine the movie to be something I don't want to watch. Little kids killing eachother? Again, good writing, action packed, but I think we can focus our youth on something a bit more positive!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXQWCCVZIMGZE?ASIN=0439023521	Finally, Archery Is Popular	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I joined The Hunger Games phenomena upon the release of the film. My curiosity got the better of me, wanting to read the book to decide whether to see the movie. Within a few pages I was captivated and often had to force myself to put the book down at night; otherwise I'd be exhausted at work the next day.<br/><br/>It is refreshing to have a strong female hero who also possesses a fair number of typical teenage quirks. Growing up as a tomboy I would have relished a character like ""Katniss"" to help me understand boys and the ways of the world. Most importantly, as an archer in an era when it wasn't cool or popular, I am delighted to have archery revealed to be a great sport and useful hunting implement, if not survival tool.<br/><br/>This book is compelling, well-written and an interesting sociological study of a dystopian society on the brink. The parallels between the ""Haves"" and the ""Have Nots"" with our own society was truly involving and rather frightening.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is a great read, sure to keep you on the edge of your seat.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WN82KM52MDNY?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best of the series for sure, a little bit of a battle royale rip but I'm sure this has been said before.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MGLZC0PZKT75?ASIN=0439023521	Great YA Bok	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow, reading this one on your kindle makes it difficult to believe when you've hit the end. I kept tapping on the right, trying to make it to the next page/chapter. At least with the actual book in your hands you know the end is coming. Am I ever glad that I have all three books here. I think I'd be mighty annoyed if I read this when it first came out and found out that I had to wait for the next book to be finished. What a love story cliffhanger!<br/><br/>At first I found the story a little hard going. The setting up of characters and the history behind the Hunger Games was a bit slow going for me. A part of me wondered if I would truly be able to make it through the entire book. But I'm glad I kept going. It ended up being a very solid book. And, of course, I'm going to have to delve right into the next one.<br/><br/>Now, you may ask, was this reading in preparation for the movie? Nope. At this point, I have zero intentions of seeing the movie. Maybe once it comes to DVD, but most certainly not in the theatre. Way too much hype for me.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LEKMH7MATPNI?ASIN=0439023521	Recommended	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book really recommend if you love drama action and romance. Read it you won't be sorry at all :)!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DMDKOGUKL48F?ASIN=0439023521	my favorite	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is definitely the best book I have ever read, wait now the best series.  Suzanne Collins<br/>did so fabulously well that her books actually increased in writing strength and quality.<br/>Usually it's hard to get a series of books that just get better from the first book.  I was<br/>so insanely obsessed with this book that when I was reading the second one in the series<br/>I was invited to go see a movie downtown and I actually brought to the movie theatre with me.<br/>I read the whole movie.  I kind of feel bad for my date, but he knew I was a reading nerd, so<br/>I hope he wasn't surprised.  I have recommended this book to pretty much everyone I know.  And<br/>I admit even some people who probably wouldn't be able to handle the book or enjoy, it, but I definitely<br/>did.  This is my all time favorite book. Warning it is disturbing and some points, and I bet there are<br/>many wrinkles on the page were Rue's lullaby took place.  I loved this book, while Suzanne Collins<br/>wrote with fire Katniss killed, and Peeta loved.  This book left me wanting more.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17T5YAPU0DG7L?ASIN=0439023521	Graphic and Disturbing...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you think that children murdering children is entertaining... then I guess this is the movie for you. The writing itself isn't that impressive and the plot is sickening. As if society isn't growing insensitive enough to death and violence with the horrible movies and video games out today. Basically, if you are a parent with any morals, you will not encourage or allow your child to read the book or watch the movie. It is absolutely disgusting!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3M5Q39KMSO0U6?ASIN=0439023521	The best	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I chose the rating because this book was so intense.<br/>I also chose it because it was a page Turner</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3148Y28FMA7DU?ASIN=0439023521	A great Story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book. I have read 4 of 5 books since I read this series and I am still thinking about it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22TP39S7XJKZL?ASIN=0439023521	Son says it is a good book so far!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My son was telling me yesteday that the book was really good. I guess it was a good choice on my part!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R697UWJIO46G8?ASIN=0439023521	Addicting!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely love this book! I hadn't really heard anything about it, but I read the first chapter on Amazon for free and I was hooked. Then I started seeing it everywhere and realized that it was being made into a movie. When I mentioned to my sister that I was going to buy it, she said that she was already reading it and she let me borrow her copy. I have not been able to put it down! If you are offended by violence, then don't read this book. Obviously it is about people killing each other and sometimes the author goes into gory detail. My favorite thing about this book is the characters. They are so well described and developed, they almost seem real to me. Unfortunately I made the mistake of looking up the actors who will be in the movie and I've started to lose a little bit of my own imagination regarding the characters. I am considering buying my own copy of this book because I can see myself reading it again. I love it that much! I don't read a ton of books, but this one definitely goes down as one of my favorites.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SN3I7H5ANCCG?ASIN=0439023521	Almost 5 stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It took me a long time to jump on the Hunger Games train. I really hate being told by the entire planet that I'm ""going to love"" something. Ok, I'm an idiot. These were wonderful. In fact, once I was hooked on the first I bought the other two and finished the series in 3 days.<br/><br/>That leads me to the reason for knocking off a star. I'm really happy that I had all three books lined up and ready to go. If I had had to wait a year in between for the next installment to be released, I would have been really angry over the endings of Hunger Games and Catching Fire. Both times I thought that they ended where a chapter should end, not a complete book. Even in a trilogy, the book should tie up some loose ends, leaving a larger, more dramatic story arc to tie the three segments together.<br/><br/>If you hated that Lord of the Rings (or as I call it, the Walkin' Walkin' movie) left Frodo and Sam on a cliff (literally) then you're not going to be happy about this one either. Do yourself a favor and buy the boxed set.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRRTS28QRUMB3?ASIN=0439023521	Wow!  This changed my thoughts on YA novels.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this novel a few months ago at the recommendation of several friends.  Reading the publisher's review of the book had me thinking that the dark premise and youth of the book was just so not my style.  I conceded after the 5th person raved over it.  It's a cheap read, so ok, why not?  Once I got 20 pages in, I was soooo hooked.  I couldn't stop.  I had to see where it was going, and I cringed many times during the darker parts, but they kept me reading.  You come to love the characters very early on, and you read and read to cheer them on, see what happens next.  Most of this book is set in a world that the darkest post apocalyptic movie could not come close to making a vivid reality in your brain.  But read on, you must.  I read the whole series in 5 days.  You won't put this read down.  It moves quickly, and, thankfully, the whole series is available for e readers in a click.  If you hesitate that this book and series is not your thing, try the first book, and prepare to buy the rest.  Happy reading.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XP3D3B8FPXW7?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't stop reading ...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm giving the Hunger Games five stars for one simple reason: it's the first book I've read since the last Harry Potter that has managed to keep me up most of the night to finish.<br/><br/>I'm not saying it's a perfect book.  The writing itself is good but nothing spectacular, and I'm sure there could be improvements made.  Some people on here have been complaining that it steals from Japanese sources, which I wouldn't know.  And the themes certainly don't stack up to heavier novels.  But for what this book is, it excels tremendously.<br/><br/>Not only does Collins manage to tell her story so brilliantly, with just the right balance between action and suspense, that I literally did not want to put it down, she also manages to make dystopian fiction intriguing and relevent to contemporary young adults.  She presents a future world that is deceptively simple and incredibly believable and places conflicted characters in it.<br/><br/>Now all I have to do is not start the next book until I've had a chance to catch up on my sleep ...</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BPFFJT8Q6Q1M?ASIN=0439023521	An entertaining, easy breezy read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book in one sitting, and found it to be a very enjoyable, fast paced, and easy read.  After finishing the first book, I immediately had to start reading the second book in the series to find out what becomes of the characters.  The book is billed as 'young adult,' but I think it is entertaining for all ages.  **Spoiler Alert** After finishing the first book, I expected the series to continue focusing on the relationships, which were such a big part of the first book; however, the romantic relationships take a back seat in the second book and even more so in the third book, in which war and its effects become the main focus of the story.  I found the conclusion of the series to be satisfying, but the series definitely takes a darker turn than I expected based on the first book.  I enjoyed the whole series from start to finish and would recommend it, but I would warn readers not to expect a perfectly wrapped up happy ending (i.e. the Twilight series), or else they may be a little disappointed.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28F5Y2ES4YEQ8?ASIN=0439023521	"Time To ""Play"" The Games..."	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A post-apocalyptic North America finds the Capitol controlling 12 Districts, each with its own distinct product and purpose. The Hunger Games is the Capitol's way to control the Districts. Children, age 12 - 18, are sent to the Capitol to ""play"" the Games.  The rules are simple: the last one alive is the victor and takes the fame and reward back to his or her District.<br/><br/>In coal mining District 12, 16 year-old Katniss is the sole support for her mother and sister, supplementing meager rations with hunting skills her father taught her before he was killed in a mine explosion. When her 12 year old sister is selected, Katniss volunteers to take her place.<br/><br/>Through a series of flashbacks, the author recreates the history of the culture that has developed and sets the stage for the Hunger Games and Katniss's unique participation, her relationship with the people in her District, and the boy chosen to go to the Games with her.  The emotional confusion at the end sets up the very real possibility of a sequel.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LI2QKXUPVSJB?ASIN=0439023521	Incredible. Must Read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is an incredibly written YA Novel that will turn any reader into avid fans of Suzanne Collins. The story of Katniss and the tragic event that is the Hunger Games will make you wonder and fear a future like hers. The Hunger Games are a punishment for the families that went against the Capitol years ago....you must send a boy and a girl from each district into the area where the Hunger Games happen for the entertainment of the people of the Capitol. There are 12 Districts and only one winner...you do the math. Katniss turns out to be an unexpected contender in both the Games and in the story. I think anyone who is in for a change of pace in books will like this series. I bought them all in one day on my kindle and read this one in 2 days. Your fear for Katniss, Prim, Peeta, Haymitch, and Gale are real just as your love for them. I so enjoy a writer who can make you gasp at the ""girl on fire"" and cry at the death of a friend...it means that writer is brilliant and cares just as much as you.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZ4ZPPBVZ8BA8?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games:	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I downloaded it and found it a gripping read, only to discover at the end that I had been foolish enough to buy the first of a trilogy. It leaves the story up in the air in a most unsatisfactory way. Do I want to go through any more of this I ask myself. The answer is no. Wikipedia has supplied me with the plot of the other two and I do not believe it is worth putting myself through what looks to be a most dismal outcome.<br/><br/>Second thoughts on this: I did continue with the other two and by the end came to appreciate what the author was doing. It is violent, certainly, but in spite of that I was glad to have finished the story and the ending made the whole thing worth while. The three books have been read by my eleven and 13 year old grand daughters. I need to read what they are reading. I would say the themes are self sacrifice, courage in the face of incredible odds and wisdom to see the bigger picture. Our heroine has maturity well beyond her years. In the end it is a political novel .</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPS3QMFBTJ8B5?ASIN=0439023521	Great, fast-paced read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent book that reads quickly and tells a touching story, with plenty of life and death drama.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RIC15F9HD9XX?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games - Captivating!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Oh my. I just finished this book and now I want to go out and buy the second one. Now. I don't think I can wait till it comes in at the library. I couldn't put it down, and stayed up into the wee morning hours reading the past 2 nights.<br/><br/>I was appalled at first by the premise of the book - how the government puts on a game show where kids are chosen as tributes by drawing names out of a bowl. The tributes are then put in an arena and forced to hunt each other down and be the last survivor on live television. Honestly, I didn't think I would like it or want to finish. I loved it. I'm so glad I was curious enough to know what all the fuss was about and requested it from the library.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is well written with both lovable and despicable characters. It's a story of survival, love, and friendship. I can't remember the last time I've enjoyed a book so much! I highly recommend this book, though I think it more suitable for older teens and adults. This is not a children's book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CQNL5N0WGZQU?ASIN=0439023521	You can't stop reading this!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'd been seeing this book recommended everywhere.  I read the synopsis and I was hooked, I had to read it.  It was a great book!  The only negative thing I could say about it is that it was written and marketed as a young adult book, but I worry that the subject matter is a little too violent for the younger of the young adults.  Teenagers forced to kill each other for other's amusement isn't the greatest storyline for children to read.<br/><br/>I loved everything else about this book.  It's one of those page-turners that won't let you put it down until you've read it all.  Katniss has had to take on the responsibility of taking care of her mother and little sister since her father was killed in the mines.  She's 16, but already an adult.  Living such a harsh life has forced her to bottle up her emotions, so she finds being partnered with Peeta especially difficult. She slowly learns to open up and evolve through the trials in the story.<br/><br/>It's a great story that leaves you wanting more.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RV1XS6W9WLA3J?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great book and a very fast read. The end comes too soon and you'll be begging for more.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LTBY8CR85LPT?ASIN=0439023521	One of my favorite YA titles	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was never a big fan of YA books, but I'd heard alot of great things about The Hunger Games so I decided to give it a shot. Man, how wrong I was to try to ignore this trilogy and jump the bandwagon sooner. This book has it all, thrilling action, suspenseful drama and not cheesy romance! Katniss Everdeen is the heroine and she is a strong, independant, courageous, and very controversial character in the Hunger Games. There's A whole lot of characters in these books and Suzanne Collins did a very good job with setting them apart from eachother. Haymitch is totally my favorite character because he is so tragically messed up in the beginning but you can't help but feel for him when you know what he's all been through. The writing and dialogue is great and Collins really knows how to make an epic adventure into words. I don't want to spoil the plot for you so I won't talk about it. I loved reading The Hunger Games and you should read it too, its one of my favorite books of the year.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11IFBSUAXK6LO?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I admit to being caught in the hype surrounding this book. A friend lend me her paperback copy and I started this right when I was in the middle of another thought provoking book just because I saw the movie commercial.<br/><br/>Suzanne Collins crafted a book you will not want to put down. The main characters are all young and once you get to know them and what they are about to do, you are hooked.<br/><br/>The hunger games is an annual event, a reality show where the 12 districts of a new nation ""Panem"" sends one boy and one girl ages 12 to 18 to the Capitol to literally kill until only 1 of them will survive. They will have to fend for themselves and survive harsh conditions while being hunted.  Katniss volunteered to go when her sister's name was picked.<br/><br/>I would recommend this book. It made me teary, made me laugh and I got so engrossed with the characters and captivated with the game. The end opens the door for Catching Fire, the second book in the trilogy.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUEU5623O5WUI?ASIN=0439023521	fell for it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book because it was $5 on Kindle, and the ladies at my job wouldn't stop talking about it. I didn't care. and that is a problem. Katniss is not likable. Neither is Lisbeth Salander from Dragon Tattoo, but she made me care. There are long stretches talking about hunger and thirst, so boring.  The world the author attempted to build was thin and sparse. And I am not ""crying racism"", but the only ""dark brown"" people from the 1. same district 2. who worked in fields 3. that sang to communicate and 4.That had a moon as it's ""symbol""? GTFOH. I don't understand why Katniss didn't bring the plants from the other side of the fence to her back yard. The over-all positive attitude of the people in the Capital. The Hunger Games is a punishment, stop treating it like a fun prize with fabulous food and clothes. It was all over the place. Probably like my review is. Also I didn't laugh once. Any good book, no matter the genre will make you laugh at least once. Not this one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6861NUHFVUL8?ASIN=0439023521	A bad sci-fi version of Battle Royale	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book had an interesting premise but failed to deliver an original story.  This book strongly reminds me of the Japanese book Battle Royale by Koushun Takami. In Battle Royale a group of middle schoolers are forced by the government to fight to the death on a small island  The major difference between these two books was the characterization.  Suzanne Collins only takes the time to flush out a few characters and even those are left a bit flat.  Takami manages to bring thirty characters to life and makes the killings believable from the characters standpoint. Suzanne Collins has taken the horror and understanding out of the violence she has written.  Too many of the deaths in Hunger Games didn't provoke a reaction in me.  I grew board of the world she had made, it has just too predicable.  If I am going to read a book about the cold blooded state ordered murder of children, I at least want a bit of horror and reaction.  Hunger Games was just too watered down.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJRVIBWF4RLX8?ASIN=0439023521	Chilling & Fascinating.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's a novel about survival in a brutal, brutal cruel and crazy world.  I kept wondering, is the author trying to give us a message about our reality voyeuristic TV crazy world of today?  And honestly, as much as I am sickened about the crap that gets passed on as ""entertainment"" on TV today - I still found it hard to believe that anyone in 21st century America could enjoy a real ""Hunger Games"" - fighting to the death for the sole purpose of satisfying the requirements of ""the state"".  But, that being said - and the chilling brutality never made me feel comfortable, I enjoyed the novel for it's suspense, action and just great story telling.  There's a bit, just a bit, of a love story &amp; in fact that is a crazy juxtaposition against the brutal heartless world of the Hunger Games. It's a well written, well told story - and not predictable.  That makes it a good read in my mind - and of course there's a ""series"", so yes - I'm looking to buy Book 2!  Definitely recommend.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2O80I7NPHYKZ3?ASIN=0439023521	Great Thriller, Not Just For Young Adults	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is set in futuristic Panem, where 12 districts that formerly were the United States are ruled by a central capital city.  To keep the districts in line, the capital holds an annual hunger games tournament, where 2 tributes from each district must fight to the death in a highly controlled wilderness arena.  Our hero, Catniss Everdine, volunteers to be a tribute after her younger sister is selected for the games.  Catniss must use her street smarts and hunting skills to try to stay alive in the games.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games was a fantastic read!  In fact, I believe it was one of the few ""super"" hype novels that I have read in recent memory that actually lived up to the buzz!  The novel is fast paced and well written, and it's first person narration allows the reader to feel like they are really in the arena with Catniss.  Fans of thrillers or dystopian novels should definitely check this out--it's certainly not a book just for young adult readers.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/REUK7FZK3P8X0?ASIN=0439023521	A very well wirten amazing novel	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When i first began reading this book i thought ""great this is going to be one of those slow moving books that i hate but i might as well read it anyway"". I am so glad i desides to finish the bokk as well as the other two books. I am the kind of person who reads very little but with the Hunger Games i could not put down the book. The description of most of the charecters and places was so well thought out that i could literally picture the whole thing in my head. Though some discriptions were veg it left room to imagine some of the story on your own without strict okah here is what everything looks like. The book, however is not for very squemish people because of the amount of deaths which are quite brutal. The cliff hangers at the end made you wonder what was going to happen in the next book along with ghe suspence throughout the book made the whe thing worth while<br/>I have been sugjesting this book to all of my friends and I sugjest you read it also.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VX29SWOT3QF2?ASIN=0439023521	"The world will be ""Reading"""	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this of course after watching the blockbuster movie of the same name. While reading it, it felt like a whole different story. The reason because there a lot of elements in the book that was left out of the movie, including some differences. I heavily enjoyed the book as much as I did the movie even though I dont care much for these types of stories. Plus it felt more detailed then the movie itself. Of course the book came first but I enjoyed it more for the fact I saw the movie first.<br/><br/>There a lot of plot twist that gave the book suspense. We learn more about the backstories of the characters. I would suggest seeing the movie first and then read the book. The reason is because if you do the other way around, you will feel like the movie wasnt a whole as much if you read the book second.<br/><br/>Pros:<br/>-Great book<br/>-Featured a lot of different things not in the movie<br/>-Very detailed<br/>-Plot twist<br/><br/>Cons:<br/>-None</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7RF2TTXDBJ8N?ASIN=0439023521	So good the flaws don't show.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Let's say it up front: a writer of Suzanne Collins's calibre ought to know the difference between ""lay"" and ""lie"". The repeated misuse of ""lay"" for ""lie"" continually jerked me out of an otherwise completely gripping narrative. (As did ""compliment"" for ""complement"", but that only happened once.)<br/><br/>The novel is a textbook for writers in how to raise the stakes. It's impossible to put down-- even in the quiet parts.<br/><br/>I do agree with other reviewers that this dystopian society isn't logically feasible. To me the thing that rang most false was the schooling. In societies where people constantly wonder where their next meal is coming from (and there are plenty such today), everyone doesn't go to school for 13 years, as the children of District 12 do. Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs dictates that food comes first. 16- and 18-year-olds wouldn't be attending classes that consist mainly of learning about coal mining. They'd be in the coal mines. So would 12-year-olds.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZABN19MOX7U0?ASIN=0439023521	From movie to book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wanted to see what all the fuss was about. I saw the movie first and enjoyed the nearly original plot and concept. I was intrigued enough to want to read the basis for the movie.<br/>What I really liked about Ms. Collins book was that it never wavered from the first person narrative of the main character, Katniss Everdeen. What I wasn't crazy about was the exposition as told through Katniss' thoughts and words. As anyone knows, we don't think in exposition. So the telling felt a little false. Also, the writing is clearly not meant for adults.<br/>It's a lot like watching a great movie and the suspension of disbelief is complete. You are totally immersed in the telling and viewing. The not-so-great movies can't do that for you. You are always thinking about the acting, the not so plausible plot twists, the problems in continuity, etc. This book falls into the not-so-great category. Fun but flawed.<br/>I give it three-and-half stars.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RW8KSTTX0SKPJ?ASIN=0439023521	From reluctant to raving.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">To be honest I was not going to read this series. It didn't seem like something I would be interested in. A co-worker was talking about it though so I thought ""Fine, I'll get it just to see what it is really like."" Once I started reading I was captivated. The characters seemed so real and the situation so utterly frustrating.<br/><br/>After reading the whole series I felt like I was in shock. For days afterwards I couldn't think straight because I found the whole concept so disturbing and yet frightenengly possible. Even now with the advertisements for the movie I get teary every time I see one, or even if I think about the story for more than a few moments.<br/><br/>Because of this I would reluctantly recommend it, and reluctantly only because of the intense emotional reaction I had to it. If the measure of a good novel is the emotional response it instills in the reader then I would say this is the best series I have ever read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/REY79GZVS5I6Y?ASIN=0439023521	LOVE! READ!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the BEST book I've ever read. Its so amazing, i dont think i could live without it. The characters are Katniss and Peeta and writen by Katniss's viewpoint the whole time. Though the main characters are Katniss and Peeta, Katniss offen goes back to the times spent with Gale. I read the whloe series twice. (I hate rereading books) What happens is North America is pretty much destoryed and rose from the ashes is 12 districts (13 one got ruined, not telling you any more about it)Also theres the Capital who makes them fight in a dealth torament.I wish i could tell you all the details and how Peeta............ PLEASE read this book, you get hooked after the second chapter. Don't stop after the first chapter beacuse...well....it kinda stinks in the first chapter. But after that you get obessed and start to talk about and get your friends to read it finally make your parents get mad beacuse you talk about it to much. I LOVE THIS BOOK</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2V0G8WJ1XFZ3B?ASIN=0439023521	Disturbing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">While the book is ""engaging"" and has all the components of ""good literature"" I have to say that I think such stories are counter productive and even harmful to our society.<br/><br/> I just finished reading the trilogy. While I read, I noticed I was moody and gloomy and just wanted to cry because of the darkness, the cruelty, the coldness and the horrors these people endured nonstop. WHAT IS THE FASCINATION with this kind of literature? No wonder young people, who seem drawn to this stuff, are so unhappy.<br/><br/>Perhaps it is a ""good"" book, but personally, I think it further serves to demoralize and discourage the souls who are attracted to such darkness.  Maybe that's the point.<br/><br/>My advice to them, if they want to feel better, is to stop reading this kind of stuff, especially to the exclusion of all else, and seriously! You don't think that similar video games are affecting your mind? Your mind is what you feed it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZG4DCD0BL22N?ASIN=0439023521	Use my notes to engage others in conversation about The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I get asked by parents all the time, ""Should my son or daughter read this particular book?""  My general response is yes, unless there is something completely inappropriate (age must be considered here) or the book is just a waste of time (think Diary of a Wimpy Kid).  So, if you are going to read The Hunger Games or allow your children to read it, utilize the opportunity to engage them in conversations about the various themes and concepts introduced by the book.  The Hunger Games raises very interesting issues for dialogue - from the idea of a Christ-figure to the ethical dilemmas of ""what would I do if.""  I put my notes on our school website for our parents to use to help them learn more about the book and to give them discussion points so they can sit around the dinner table and dialogue with their children about The Hunger Games.  Hope they are helpful to you as well - cut and paste this address in your browser:  [...]</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3ETG3UZBFPIFO?ASIN=0439023521	Enjoyed but beware	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is an action-packed book that held my attention and made me consider our nation's current role from a global perspective.  That said, beware.  After you read this you will want to read the next (Catching Fire).  The next book is somewhat redundant but still entertaining.  Unfortunately the final book (Mocking Jay) is AWFUL.  Probably one of the very worst books I have ever finished.  Consider yourself warned.  IF you read the first you'll be entertained and moved, the second will be so-so but the 3rd will make you wonder if the same author even wrote it.  Truly-it's horrific.  Not in the ""I didn't like the end"" but it was an unhinged, incoherent mismash of thoughts that seems to have been written by someone under the influence of something.  Maybe it was a deadline.  Whatever the reason, the last book tarnishes everything that came before.  I think it's only fair to let you know before you start the trilogy.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GB7F3LUU42NU?ASIN=0439023521	A Good Fast Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The first book of the Hunger Games kept me reading.  There is a lot of interest toward post-apocalyptic subjects right now and this is an extension of that.  It is a cross between the TV show Survivor, the book 1984, and the good old days of real live Gladiators.  It is pretty straight forward, and in the thriller or action/adventure vein.  Don't look for artful or insightful writing, but clean action sequences and heart-string-pulling passages. I found myself routing for the protagonist and you know exactly who that is all the way in this one--even if there is a bit of suspense and doubt about her supporters and allies.  The bad guys never really come onstage, as they are the ever-present but unseen government body... even if other unfortunates are there to present certain dangers or even death.  Great summer read for the beach.  I would say it is fitting for 15 or older.  I would give it a 3.5 if I could.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWIZ7KMM2332?ASIN=0439023521	THE HUNGER GAMES HAS BEGUN	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">the hunger games was a good choose of a kid like me. at first i wasnt pulled in like some other reviews and i found it was a slow start off.  once i got to the end though i wasnt able to put it down i basicly caried it every where read when i got the chance(read it in 2 days and nights thats how addictive a book can be).<br/><br/>but i found that i loved the action and how it was executed.<br/><br/>i think ages 11 or under shouldnt read this book unless they are very different and can handle very graffic and well disturbing sence through out the book. one other think is it had to much kissing in it.i do not regret my purchase though it could have been a better book it is still one of my favorets. but i think im not going to see the movie when its released because of the gore and kissing.<br/><br/>well lets conclude it could have been better but it still was a great book thanks for reading logging off.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CS8DZOCZSPUJ?ASIN=0439023521	Exciting, thought provoking, and a great page turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am writing this review having read all three of the Hunger Games series.  This first book, The Hunger Games, was amazing and the best of the series.  When I first heard about the premise of this book, children killing each other in a post-apocalyptic dystopia,  my initial thought was ""this sounds terrible.""  I was wrong.  The writing is descriptive without tedium and it brings the reader into a fully composed universe that gives the reader a lot of room for imagination.  The story itself is gripping and the reader NEEDS to know what happens to the protagonist, Katniss Everdeen with every page turn.  The prose is written for the young adult reader, so do not expect literary fiction.  There are two bad things about the Hunger Games: 1. you will need to read the other two books immediately; 2. you will stay up to all hours reading and this may affect your life negatively in the morning.  Enjoy!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GYV303ZKJGFH?ASIN=0439023521	Crafted cruelty to entertain teen readers	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A literary epic Big Brother where the contestants representing the 12 regional districts of a post US America living under tough economic conditions imposed by the intellectual kicking boots of a dictatorship called the Capitol are humiliated and forced to participate yearly in a tournament called ""The Hunger Games"", all contenders must kill each other until only one of them survives for the game to be over. The plot is fast paced and entertaining though sometimes gets slow and tedious, it speeds up even more near the ending where some twist and turns provide colour and action. Is the law of the jungle, cruelty, and violence are the features in motion, The whole story is told from the eyes of Katniss Everdeen, a teenage girl skilled with the bow and the arrow, the main character. Adults will not find this book interesting enough for a read, as I said in the caption it is suitable for teens</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ONSF5S9LPEZL?ASIN=0439023521	AWESOME!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What a ride!  I picked up the book reluctantly as my friend bought her first Kindle and I volunteered to read a book together.  The description was misleading about ""sci-fi"" and wording that did not appeal to me at all, BUT the book is just AWESOME!!  This is a book directed to generation NOW: the reality of reality shows along with adventure, commitment fears, obligation, family dynamics, first loves.  This book has it all.<br/><br/>The plot flows so easily and the characters are relatable.  The bread guy might seem geeky but he turns out to be quite a character! even enemies are admirable on their strengths and weaknesses.  She, of course, is AMAZING!  Girl Power yet Naive.  Who cannot love this sweet character!<br/><br/>If you're in doubt, let me tell you: I read 200 pages the first time I touched this one &amp;&amp; I'm afraid of opening book 2 because I might not stop until I'm done.  Go for it!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34O7V2AN7U2S8?ASIN=0439023521	Lives up to the hype	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">In The Hunger Games, Suzanne Collins has created a very real (and terrifying) dystopian society and filled it with believable characters. Drawing from history (the myth of Theseus and the Minotaur) and current fascinations (celebrity and reality TV), Collins creates a plausible dystopia that asks difficult questions about our values. What would we sacrifice in the name of safety? How far can entertainment go before it exploits? How far can governments go to maintain order? And much, much more.<br/><br/>Katniss is an engaging narrator; she's tough, practical, self-reliant, utterly unsentimental, and yet capable of deep feeling. She's one of the most complex and interesting YA protagonists ever. Strong writing plunges the reader into Kat's world. I stayed up late reading this one, and kept thinking about the book after I'd read the last page. Well worth buying, reading, and pondering.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13J3F88YQMWCR?ASIN=0439023521	Sure to please everybody!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a great novel. The story moves along at such a pace that you just can't seem to stop. I love that no matter what is going on with the violent themes that it never stops being a good story about three dimensional characters.<br/><br/>This is a love story that I can get behind. In most sci-fi fantasy books the love story just gets tacked on. Not so here. All of the elements fit so well together.<br/><br/>The greatest achievement that this book has going for it is that at no time is the satire not present. You can just sit back and enjoy the story. But if you want to there are many deep themes being mulled over in this book.<br/><br/>First person narrative isn't usually my favorite but the author really pulled it off for this one. This is a great book that has enough of everything to please just about anybody. All the parts work with little filler. Buy this book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NHAY9WG3NV9C?ASIN=0439023521	Stop thinking and enjoy!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is not the type of book that I would normally read. Being a Prime member, I was looking for a book to borrow in the library that my husband would enjoy, as I am trying to get him to read more on the kindle and less from print. He never trades or gives away anything and we are starting to run out of room!<br/><br/>That being said, if you have an open mind about the content of each book you read instead of criticizing and analyzing every little detail, you should find that you have just opened the cover to a book that will take you wonderful places. Katniss faces a life that we will never have to endure. Choices between life and death, little in the way of modern conveniences. Isn't that kind of the point of reading a book? Escape the reality of your technical saturated world and climb into the life of a girl from a destitute land called District 12. You won't be dissapointed.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34V9MBAMK7KJ6?ASIN=0439023521	BUY IT NOW  a Rewarding Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is a rewarding and memorable read. Buy it now before they make a movie of it and it goes to full price ( think ""Water for Elephants"" - another great read)<br/><br/>I was captivated by the entire series and delighted at the levels of meaning Ms. Collins has managed to deliver in a well-written, memorable, series.<br/><br/>Yes, the second book will cost you more than the first but the author delivers and I was just happy that there was another book to read and another....<br/><br/>I have gotten caught up in the ""cheap books"" available on kindle.  Yes, some of them are great books at a teaser price to introduce you to the writer and some are gems that couldn't find a traditional publisher -but many of them are just poorly told, unedited stories.<br/><br/>The only regret I have about buying Hunger Games Series on my kindle is that I can't hand it to my friends and say ""read this!""</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1D89KVM4AQ41S?ASIN=0439023521	Hands down one of the BEST books I have ever read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love dystopian society books, and this is the best one I have EVER read.  The character are fully developed and you feel as if you have known them your whole life and therefore understand their motivations.  Katniss is the female lead character and her character literally burns into your memory.  The story and plot line is tight, and you can hardly put the book down it is so spell binding.<br/><br/>I don't want to give any spoilers, but I have recommended this book to everyone I know, and every ONE who has read it has loved it as much as I have.  Therefore, I think the story is appealing to a broad range of age groups and people.  I love that the main character (Katniss) is a strong female, willing to risk her life to save her younger sister.  Katniss is someone you can identify with, and you are cheering for, throughout the entire book.<br/>I can't recommend this book enough!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38XC7CR07DK5Z?ASIN=0439023521	Best young adult book I've read in a while	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'll make this brief:<br/><br/>You want a good futuristic book that has a mix of Shirley Jackson, Death Race, and Lord of the Flies, here it is.  The story is fast paced which makes for a good page turner.  I adore Katniss Evergreen's character for her independence and strong will.  She has an incredibly crappy life, but she doesn't say ""Whoa is me"" all the time.  She uses her wit and skill to pull herself out of her situation regardless of the odds against her.  It's refreshing to read a book where the main character is a teenage girl who isn't brooding about how horrid her life is, nothing seems to matter, and how a guy is her true salvation like MOST of the stroppy, emo, love triangle book series have been as of late.  I personally see her as a great fictional role model for today's teenage girls, giving them the message of ""You can do it no matter what life throws at you"".</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RB3P5DTA3R3SK?ASIN=0439023521	Clever (sort of) but Shallow	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The premise of this book is clearly an Americanized version of a clever Japanese thriller titled ""Battle Royale"" written by Koushun Takami. The author, Suzanne Collins, attempts to make the story her own but some of her changes come across as shallow, uninspired and above all, predictable. The reader is never really immersed in the world of Panem, but instead given a snapshot picture from a distance. The characters lack any real depth and came across as one dimensional. As a result of this lack of depth, the potential in some emotionally weighted events in the story are never fully realized. Collins misses an opportunity to really delve into the moral ambiguity of the games or the authority of the capitol or anything else. In short, this is a novel for children. The story will entertain you but it's an enjoyment that is as fleeting as the characters are forgettable.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2STFBD701RQ9J?ASIN=0439023521	Didn't want to put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My Jr High-aged daughter and I struggled to share nicely when we were reading this first book of the three.  What a great story!  You get addicted immediately.  The characters are believeable, and so is the story.  It's futuristic in some ways, but so ""today"" in other ways.  My daughter asked me what my favorite parts are and there's no way I can choose a ""favorite"" part.  There are painful parts, sweet parts, and all are blended together into a great story that hits all your emotions at the same time.  She and I both have had a number of times when the story made us yell out, ""NO! NO! You can't DO that! NOOOO!""  I devoured the second book and immediately bought the third in it's hardback version, and I HATE paying the price of a hardback. But I have to find out how the love triangle works out and how our beloved characters end up.  Three cheers for Suzanne Collins!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10WNZVXCIBH68?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Back in December-January, I was going back and fourth on wether I should buy the book. What won me honestly to finally get the book, and I know it's horrible, the upcoming movie. I personally like to read a book before seeing the movie (i think reading after the movie just destroys the book, waste of your time, and money) and the book was a really REALLY good read. I finished the book in one day and I wish I had bought the book early. For me, I could possibly read the book over again-that would be a first thats how good this book is. The next book to this one  Catching Fire which is basically the aftermath, so read it if you want to find that out. I also finished that within a day so its not a difficult or a long read unless you make it one.  I suggest if you have finished the hunger games you should also read catching fire within a couple of weeks of each other.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CNRB8OH3U8M0?ASIN=0439023521	I'ts OK, but too similar to Battle Royale	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">OK, can't we predict from the start who is going to win? I suppose the real element of suspense is how to resolve the problem of which of two likable characters is going to survive until the end and how will the boy-girl relationship work out. Then, ***spoiler alert**** there is a rule change. That felt contrived. I just shook my head, but kept reading. I thought the central plot was too similar to ""Battle Royale."" I wonder if Collins read that book or saw the movie version. I used to teach elementary school and would read to my kids. This is not one I would choose for that, considering I was teaching 4th grade when I retired. I know it is recommended for grades 7 and up. Will I read the sequels? Perhaps. The cliffhanger about our two characters' feelings for each other felt contrived (there's that word again) and designed to sell the next book in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3464U50HZU5IT?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome fun	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is so good!!! I am 27 and a few months away from getting an MA in English and when I read this book over the x-mas break I could not put it down! I stayed up reading it and then rushed out the next day to get the next two books. The first one is the best, and the 2nd is surprisingly awesome as well, even though you will be wondering how it can be near as good as the first, and the third one is still pretty good. The ending was satisfying. I think the messages in this book are good for younger people--suggesting that the commercialism that dehumanizes us in many ways is built on the degradation and exploitation of marginalized peoples and nations, while featuring a strong and kick-a young female lead character that is smart, tough, principled and not just obsessed with boys (although there is indeed romance enough to satisfy). Katniss is awesome.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VKNGIGY6LB6C?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I lice this book :) it is one of the first books I've read and I think it is amazing</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LF76XE1IPXQE?ASIN=0439023521	I don't see what makes it so good.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Okay so this was a good book. I stayed up until 2:00 a.m. reading it because it's very exciting. The thing I don't like is Katniss. At first she seems like this cool, smart, tough girl. But as the series progresses she turns into this selfish little brat who only thinks about herself. Like in Mockingjay when Peeta has his memories of Katniss altered and he thinks he hates her, she decides that she will not help him. She just dumps him and goes after Gale as if Peeta is a broken toy that she cant play with anymore. Another thing that murders my goat is when Katniss is talking about something in an interview that is sad and makes her cry, the people she is with feel the disturbing need to drug her and knock her out. So she is constantly waking up in the infermary. If you took all the drugging incedents out of the books, they would be considerably shorter.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32LIDL9UAP8C7?ASIN=0439023521	An excellent read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have no idea how 267 people could have given this book only one or two stars. That tells me there is something wrong with the world.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is undeniably 5-star fiction. It is well-written, thought-provoking, and dripping with suspense. How can anyone not love a book that's as entertaining as it is insightful?<br/><br/>This book gets you thinking about many of the problems with present day society. It makes you analyze your own place in the world and question whether you aren't just as silly and callous as the residents of the Capitol District.<br/><br/>You will become emotionally involved with the well defined characters in The Hunger Games. You will cry, several times. And you will emerge a wiser, hopefully better, person.<br/><br/>Sure, dystopian futures are being done to death, but this one gets it so very, very right.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RVR0NNKLNP66?ASIN=0439023521	Can't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is the first in what I think is an amazing trilogy, written for teens through young adults probably, but I can see adults of all ages interested in it. While the romance stories may seem childish the political and horrific scenes can be easy to relate to.<br/>The best part about this whole series is that the end of each chapter leaves you begging for more. It is so hard to put down.<br/>Katniss Everdeen is forced away from her life and family to be part of the Capitols Hunger Games. She along with a male tribute Peeta, from her District 12 are forced to compete to the death against other children (ages 12-18) from 11 other districts. All for pure entertainment. She deals with growing up, battling and falling in love, or is it? Katniss is full of energy and fire that is hard to ignore and quite entertaining.<br/>Over all great book and great read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LNBR3KP56RQC?ASIN=0439023521	"I wasn't sure how I would feel about a book called ""Hunger Games"""	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had to read this book for a children's literature class. I was not exactly turned on by the title, but a classmate assured me that it is actually a very good book. Was she ever right! There is action, romance, drama, and more. The storyline is very well laid out and gives enough time and information (and enough gaps in information) to make the reader care about the characters. I am yearning to read the rest of the trilogy, but will have to wait until after the end of the term. You can bet I will be seeking out the remaining two this summer!<br/><br/>(Also, this is the first book I could read and really enjoy because I finally bought a Kindle. I can make the text large enough and the paper doesn't glare back at my tired eyes. Turned out to be a VERY good investment for me, one who used to read constantly but has not been able to for pleasure for years.)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39A6XT1FZHHO6?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is written in a simple format that leads to an easy, yet enjoyable read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RU2RB847KUE6K?ASIN=0439023521	too much of a ripoff of Battle Royal.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had no idea what Hunger Games was going into it, but if you have ever read the 1999 book Battle Royal or seen the movie released in 2000 you will see that hunger games is almost identical, to the point of being a ripoff. the only real difference in plot is that the kids are from different districts instead of all being from the same place. If you like Hunger Games do yourself a favor and watch the original use of this story idea in the crazy but amazing movie and novel called Battle Royal.<br/><br/>the funny thing is, even though it was one of the highest grossing films in Japanese history, Battle Royal was not released here due to its content not sitting well with Americans after columbine. I guess its been long enough now that movies with middle school age kids murdering each other is not just accepted but super popular.<br/><br/>Do you know what they call ""The Hunger Games"" in Paris? Battle Royale with' Cheese.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CUDNOCSG299X?ASIN=0439023521	Nightmares?  Anyone?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought this book for my kindle as my 15 year old niece is mad on it, and I see it is being released as a movie soon.  I started it quite late one night and found the whole concept of the book rather terrifying!  Am I a complete wimp, or is it the mother coming out in me, but I just thought it was awful, sending kids in to their deaths like that.  Subsequently I had a terrible sleep, with nightmares of people hunting me in the woods.  I couldn't stop reading it again the next night though, and again, more nightmares.  Finished it off today, during the day, and thank goodness they both survived, hopefully the nightmares will stop now.  Read some reviews for the next one though, and see she has to go back in the arena for Round 2!!  Will the madness ever end? (Well, obviously it does, after the third book!)  I am a 32 year old, by the way.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RY84M6EERWK8?ASIN=0439023521	Pleasantly Surprised	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I went to the movies with my grown daughter the other day and the first trailer was for the movie version of ""The Hunger Games."" I was drawn in immediately. After ignoring this book for a very long time, I purchased it online two days ago and just finished it. I was impressed.<br/><br/>The best part about reading this book is that it reminded me of what reading was like as a child. The book drew me in and my brain was able to conjure up the most vivid images of what I was reading about - just like it did when I was growing up.<br/><br/>It also reminded me of what it was like to explore the back woods of the rural town I grew up in. I loved reading about the valley, the trees, the streams, the birds, the moss, etc.<br/><br/>Good for the author for having such a great imagination - we could all use a little more of that!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSL492882UOXT?ASIN=0439023521	Wow!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I picked up this book, it was the only thing on my mind when I wasn't able to read it.  Collins makes us see step by step of the world of panem and the hunger games.  The stress of Katniss as she goes through the stress of entering the Hunger games and not getting killed.  Katniss goes through the Capitol with the feels of diffrent lifestyle between there and her own district.  Katniss goes through her own stress and realizes that these games are more than entertainment.  She insults the capitol some times.  The description of Collins work makes us feel that we are right next to Katniss expieriancing everything she expieriances and feels what she feels.  I think that if you enjoy science fiction or survival, this is a best choice for you.  This book is espcecially powerful because of the beautiful imagery.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3A308C6WVOGDO?ASIN=0439023521	First book of the 3 is by far and away the best	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A friend told me about this book and then I watched the movie trailer and looked at the casting for the movie on IMDB. This way I get a picture of each character before reading the story. I have to say, based on what I read, they really nailed the actors for each part. Woody Harrelson is a perfect Haymitch and Lenny Kravitz should be great.<br/><br/>I'm a little old to be reading teen fiction but I really enjoyed this book. The characters are very interesting and the author spends a lot of time giving back stories. I was entertained from start to finish. Some parts more than others but it was all very good.<br/><br/>I wouldn't give the entire series four stars as the quality of the story starts to take a nosedive about halfway through the second book.<br/><br/>I suspect the movie coming out in March will be even better than the book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PAN6WEUWMTAL?ASIN=0439023521	Addicting!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I first heard of this book a couple years ago and the things I've heard haven't changed since. Once I read it, I knew why. The book has the perfect amount of depth for adults, teenagers, and children to understand. It's enjoyable for readers at every level. Katniss is a stong, independent protagonist struggling to figure out her true feelings about the boys in her life while still battling. Though the circumstances seem far fetched, Katniss is relatable, as are most of the characters. The life they live in Panem seems eerily plausible. I couldn't put the book down. Every chapter seemed to end with another hook. The action didn't dominate the book as one would expect from reading the back cover, but instead included a stable balance. Afterwards, you'll be begging for the second book in this magnificent trilogy.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38PAZDKES4IYF?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am a women in my late 50s but when I heard so much about this book I felt that I needed to read it to find out what it was about.  The movie ads just seemed like the story was so violent and I did not want any part of it!  I called my sons girlfriend because she reads everything, and she said ""yes, all the books are great, she went directly from the Hunger Games to the next and the next book.  So, I purchased the book online for my Ipad and started reading.  It starts out good and continues to the end.  She was right, I downloaded that second book as soon as I finished the first.  I did not think the books were violent, as we see worse on TV.  I'm told the movie does the book justice and I do plan on seeing it soon.  I'm now reading the Monkingjay, the third book of the series and it still has me hooked!!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMFFCHI8K1D71?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is book one of the trilogy and they were all awesome!  Be prepared though ... it's a little dark, the characters are unusual (to say the least), and it gets a little gory but not in a bad way.  I read The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo and the two other books in that series just prior to the Hunger Games and, if you read them and liked them, you're bound to like this trilogy.  I also saw the movie Hunger Games) just after finishing the trilogy and found it a little bit of a let down - maybe because I saw it after reading the books.  Might've enjoyed it more as a stand-alone - without the book.  (The book just has so many details that were missed in the movie - plus I'd read the other two and knew where it went from there.)  Bottom line - this is a great read!  I hope you enjoy it half as much as I did!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1AAJ94HJ6I6LY?ASIN=0439023521	Could not put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As a graduating college student,this book was recommended to me by fellow bridesmaids at a wedding I stood up in several months prior. I was warned that this book might have some political influence (the girls knew I dislike anything to do with the government) so I backed away from the book for a bit. After seeing the title show up on my 'recommend list', I knew I had to read it- and I am so happy I did. I read the entire book in about 4 hours- I was sucked into the plot after the first chapter. The emotions I felt while reading kept me turing page after page. Needless to say, I bought the rest of the triology the next day and fnished those as well. I am excited to see how the movie will portray the characters and some violent scenes of the book; I already bought my ticket to the midnight showing!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2I9UOE8R6CARS?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">In my opinion I did not like the book The Hunger Games. I thought it was too gruesome and it is hard to believe that the reading level is fourth grade. The idea that kids have to be sent into battle to fight with each other to the death is sad. I hope that North America does not become Panem. The movie was better than the book even though there were some changes. I like how caring Katniss is towards her sister Prim even though I think Katniss jinxed her sister by saying they weren't going to pick her. I don't get why Suzanne Collins started writing the series when Katniss is 16 and it is already the 74th Hunger Games.  My favorite book in the series is Catching Fire. I can't wait until the next movie comes out next year. Hopefully the next movie is as good as the first movie, The Hunger Games.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUYCTVHGYDK1N?ASIN=0439023521	Meh	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">While a mildly entertaining story, this book is far from the masterpiece some people are describing it as. The story is ok, but has plenty of moments where you wonder why in gods name would someone act like that. What truly is lacking in this book is writing talent. I actually cringed when my sister told me her english teacher recommended this book. The writing is decent at best. The word choice leaves much to be desired, and while the story can bring you in I was constantly being dumped out of the story by wrutung that made several events boring, not because the events themselves are boring, but because they are described in a pitiful manner. Its worth reading if u want to know about one of todays ""hot topics"" but I wouldn't recomment it to someone desering a good book to read.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WT943JQLZU3S?ASIN=0439023521	More than meets the eye	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Touching on many complex aspects of a modern society (class stratification, the humiliation of abject poverty, voyeurism of mass media, the physical and emotional costs of war), there is lots to find in this book.  The criticisms concerning Katniss, e.g. too simplistic, one dimensional, unbelievable, etc. all fail to take into account that she is 16-17 years old.  Her tendency to think in absolutes, both emotional and physical, is typical of the way we all think as teens (as I vaguely recall).  The author's choice in protagonist is a very calculated effort to develop a story which is straight forward, yet surprisingly deep.  Readers will find an exceptional and thought provoking story if they don't expect Katniss to behave and think like an emotionally mature adult.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2E0V5E7KTYLYN?ASIN=0439023521	Deus Ex Machina	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I assume you've read enough about the concept and plot overview, so forgive me for not rehashing them here.<br/><br/>I loved this book for the first 2/3rds.  About 75% of the way into the book, my suspension of disbelief was bent too far.  I was outraged at the convenient rule change. One too many times the protagonist was saved by a contrived device.  I hated the notion of plot solvers dropping from the sky.  Wouldn't the multitude of antagonists also be receiving those?  It was too much to keep on believing; but since I was already 3/4 done with the first strictly-for-pleasure book I'd read in 20+ years, I figure I might as well see it out.<br/><br/>At this point, the book was ""3 stars"".  In the final moments in the arena, I changed my mind and restored the book's 4 star review.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33VDE41PXZI71?ASIN=0439023521	Compelling reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is classified as a book for teenagers. I had heard good buzz and, because of its cited targeted readers, had not planned to read it. However when my adult daughter recommended the book and guaranteed I would like it, I took a chance. A week later I had read all three of the books in the series. Suzanne Collins is an amazing storyteller who knows how to grab a reader and never let go until you've finished the book(s). Its brutality, unless I'm reading too much into it, creates a world that is a metaphor for dictators and the cruelty its populous endures. I was reminded of North Korea and its starving masses while the elite feast and Syria with a leader that has no qualms slautering its own people. The book is just a great read for adults and teens!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3W1RRS1JLQWFL?ASIN=0439023521	Compulsively Readable Page Turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">4.5 stars, actually.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is not the kind of I book I'm usually found reading, as I tend not to care for anything dystopian/fantasy-ish as a rule. That being said, I really really really enjoyed it. The classic awesome storytelling, the strong and likable characters, the believable development of relationships, even the way Collins writes, giving you just enough to let you know exactly what is happening but leaving room for her readers to fill in the spaces themselves; it all makes for a compulsively readable adventure that had me turning pages faster than I have in a long time. It's the sort of story that has something for everyone who might pick it up. To be honest, it has me reconsidering my close minded tendency to limit my genre reads.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RANZA8IWRG1DQ?ASIN=0439023521	come on people, why Rue!?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">okay was sort of ok with peeta saying', oh the one girl who I love, the one girl I followed around my whole life, came with me to the hunger games.'two things though. ONE- gale should have gotten katness.and TWO-peeta dosent desrve to live. he should have been the one die.<br/><br/>  But, to get to the ponit, why did rue have to die? she was so young and really fast at climbing trees( like me ) and she didnt deserve to die( like peeta).there is something I addmirer about Rue. I dont know if its the way she smiles, or how she helped katness, or even the way Thresh (the hotty) is always looking out for her. I dont know what it is , but I admire her and wish she would stay in the rest of the siries.<br/><br/>  P.s-<br/>  still the best book siries ever!!!!!!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21H91ZXOARH6G?ASIN=0439023521	the whole 9 Yards!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins is a phenomenal work that provides an excellent escape for any reader. Through incredible artistry in detail the reader can find themselves lost in the adventure of the protagonist and completely lose track of time and reality. For anyone looking to read a novel that provides a great tone and flows perfectly, look no further. In addition to that, the vocabulary used in the book is practically universal for all readers in the targeted audience. For a person like myself who doesn't normally read, I was shocked at how easy it was to get through this book, and how enjoyable the process was. I have never been so enthralled by a book and I wish I had read it sooner. I will definitely be reading the sequels in the near future.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GAPFZZKNGPWL?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games is addictive!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well when i started reading The Hunger Games I was kind of not looking forward to it but quite frankly I was forced to read it by my friend and she just love them.  The plot kind of didn't appeal to me I was kind of disturbed by it.  But little did i know I was addicted.  I just read and read and read I have never read a book that size in a day then. After it i pondered it for a while on whether to spend 19 dollars on the second one but there was no doubt I had to buy it.  Suzanne Collins is a brilliant and talented author I hop she comes out with a fourth.  I have not read the third yet but am waiting on its arrival.  But even with out a shadow of a doubt I would recommend this to every one  age appropriate because its not horrible but it is graphic.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2X296FSSCFZ9O?ASIN=0439023521	Hard to put down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was slightly skeptical at first since I'm not really a fan of stories about deliberate murder, but Collins writes this story in a way that makes the subject matter not as gruesome as I was fearing. She really brings the characters alive and delivers a story that the reader wants to continue following. I did feel that the ending felt a little undeveloped and rushed, but this is being said before having read the next two books in the series. If I didn't know there was a second and third book to follow, I would have been disappointed about all the build-up in the text toward the end, only to have an ending that didn't feel as developed as the rest of the book did.<br/><br/>That being said, this was overall an excellent read that I would recommend to anyone!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RO5CI128OYC9J?ASIN=0439023521	Battle Royale rip off.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved Hunger Games and Catching fire, but as I dug further into the internet I kept hearing about Battle Royale. A book written by Koushun Takami in 1999. The summary is as follows: ""A class of junior high school students is taken to a deserted island where, as part of a ruthless authoritarian program , are provided with arms and forced to kill until only one survivor is left standing.<br/><br/>The story line is a bit different with the districts and the lottery but when it comes down to it..the plot is exactly the same= A government enforced program that forces children to kill each other.<br/><br/>I loved the Hunger Games story, but I have to wonder how original the story really is.<br/><br/>Read Battle royal.. or watch it on youtube.. they made a movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HUCC34TYKQWB?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry to Read More...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins does an excellent job with the introduction to this series.  I waited to read this book because I like to read series books all at once.  This book takes about one chapter to get hooked and then Ms. Collins takes the reader on a roller coaster ride, allowing the reader to experience the gamut of emotions that the human contestants in the inhuman Hunger Games are seemingly experiencing.  This is expertly written for fans of any age, which is what makes it so special.  Harry Potter, Pendragon and the Hunger Games are a fantastic trio of series that can be read and reread by any age over and over again.  Buy this book for anyone that loves adventure and human drama with raw, emotional, passionate, gut-wrenching, high octane style.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLJPZ98O23VGM?ASIN=0439023521	READ THIS SERIES!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am a huge fan of dystopian literature and I was initially skeptical of a YA novel attempting this genre.  Will the author be willing to be honest and brutal?  With the main character be strong enough?  Will there be a believable love interest?  YES YES YES.<br/><br/>""The Hunger Games"" is the reason I am now reading YA literature.  I grew up on Suzanne Collin's work, I was an avid watcher of ""Clarissa Explains it All,"" so it is to no surprise that I am utterly obsessed with her series.  Katniss is strong wiilled, loyal and brave.  She is everything I want to be.  I am fascinated by this society, with its Survivor/Arena game and militant government.  I could not put this book down.<br/><br/>If you haven't read this series yet, what are you waiting for?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BRAYX7YOCSLH?ASIN=0439023521	Fast read, but not too meaningful.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I guess I just did not connect with the characters much. Or the setting. Everything seemed quite simplistic. A dystopian parody of our obsession with reality tv and the callousness of our society. A girl who is a total survivalist and a sweet boy who is in love with her. The action was fast-paced and I read the book in one sitting, but I didn't really experience anything that would make me want to read it again, recommend it to others, care about any of the characters, read the sequel, or do anything more with the book. The whole thing is predictable, loaded with throw-away characters, and shallow. There are so many more exciting books that I feel like I wasted my time reading it on the basis of all the glowing recommendations out there.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VF1KU9MWXEZL?ASIN=0439023521	So good! DEFINITELY not for young children!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Im 13. I thought this book would be too gorey and scary for me but when I bought it I was HOOKED! This book isnt as bloody as I expected but there was no lack in violence whatsoever! The post-apocalyptic civilization has cruel leaders. Most of the violence happens during the Hunger Games. Preparation for the Games as well as the events after theyre over isnt as bad but it shows how evil the government is. Im in the middle of the second book - not quite as bad but its still pretty scary. I wouldnt let my children read this until theyre my age or older! Still.... best book ive ever read.<br/>Another side note: the descriptions in both this book and Catching Fire were really hard to understand. I couldnt get a good mental picture of it...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1189OZA0TPRG7?ASIN=0439023521	One Star	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I NEVER PURCHASED THIS</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LYJEEGIE0WOJ?ASIN=0439023521	pretty good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a good book. I like how easy it is to pick up and how you would like to keep reading it when its time to put it down. I really enjoyed how the characters had somewhat distinct personalities, although there are a lot of characters who you never really get to know. That was probably what I liked best: the characters. And although you don't get to the main focus of the story it doesn't drag at all. Overall it was great. Not a big fan of the ending personally but that's just me... I don't think the author ended it poorly. I may get the next one sometime but im not in a rush. I would recommend this book though. Even if you don't want to get in to a series. It really is a good book. Not perfect, but definitely at least good.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SK5FMXXJ4IEC?ASIN=0439023521	Trifling, at its finest...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After all the hype, and many of my friends insisting I read the book, I did. I'm glad Amazon take Kindle returns.<br/><br/>The story is incredibly banal. The characters are flat, and the editing is very bad. Katniss, I just want to throttle: she's the least likable heroine I've personally ever read, and she doesn't grow or develop at all during the book. No, she's as flat &amp; lifeless as the villains are boring &amp; trite.<br/><br/>I know it seems harsh, and it probably is, but this is a very unintelligent book in every sense. It might be a fun ride for some (many), but it just pained me to try &amp; read this mess. I could nitpick, but it's just not worth the time for me to do so. That's my opinion. Take it for what it's worth.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZS8DADYIQXS1?ASIN=0439023521	Tween Writing At It's Worst	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The author would struggle to pass a high school creative writing class.  In fact, the books read as if the books were written by a ""tween"" girl.  They're full of run-on sentences and sentence fragments. The character development is poor, and the storyline is cliche. And there's no sense of plot structure, no suspense, no climax.  The story just drifts along from point to point.  I suspect she wrote the books in a spiral notebook and dotted her i's with little hearts. In addition to the bad writing, the heroine of the books, Katniss Everdeen, is entirely unlikeable.  She's a sullen, sulky, unpleasant, narcissistic teenage girl.<br/><br/>Frankly, I don't know how this ever got made into a movie. Maybe someone owed someone a favor.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GK4JBKDULNHI?ASIN=0439023521	Controlling the Masses	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was thoroughly engaging from beginning to end. The story takes place in a country called Panem which is divided into 12 districts and a Capitol. An uprising in the 13th district forced the Capitol to destroy the district to quell any future uprisings. Another way the Capitol flexes its muscles, is through the annual Hunger Games. Through a lottery, 2 young people are chosen from each district to compete against each other in an arena that is environmental controlled by the powers-that-be. The 24 contestants are to battle for provisions and for their lives. Only 1 child is allowed to win/survive the competition. This is the ultimate game of Survivor and is televised to all of the districts. Watching is mandatory.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28DE5CNGTNWZW?ASIN=0439023521	Best book I've read in years	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After hearing all of my friends give The Hunger Games such glowing reviews I decided to give the book a shot. My friends were not overselling it, the book is fantastic.  Over 3 days I read the entire series, I could not put the books down! The first book is by far my favorite and I cannot wait to read it again in the future. I loved everything about The Hunger Games, the realism of the characters, the vibrant imagery, and the momentum.<br/><br/>I will give a warning to parents or younger readers: The book centers around children dying. While not very graphic the movie version could have easily had an R rating. The author does not go into gory detail about the deaths but I know that some people will find the deaths unsettling.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Q864FVTV27IQ?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I posted on facebook that I wanted a book I wouldn't be able to put down. There were multiple responses recommending this book. I thought this book was awesome! It was quite shocking in the beginning and I wasn't sure I wanted to read something with this storyline. However, after the first few pages, I was hooked! I got it yesterday on my Kindle and I finished it today. I read last night until my eyes couldn't stay open any longer! I just had to know what happened! Collins effectively made me care for the main character and I wanted her to win! If you can get past the initial shock of the ""game,"" you will surely enjoy this book! I can't wait to start the second book of the series! Read this - you won't be disappointed!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3EDDMGOXD85Q2?ASIN=0439023521	Phenomenal Trilogy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have read many books but never took the time to write a review. I felt that this book deserved the time it would take to write one. The synopsis of this story caught my attention and I quickly began reading. By page 10 of the first book, I was on amazon purchasing the next two books, and making sure to select the quickest shipment possible. Within the first few pages you are quickly thrown into the world of Katniss, who has basically sacrificed her own life, to save her sister's, by taking her spot in the Hunger Games. The book is edgy, thrilling, full of action, and even seems to find time for love. You will not be disappointed, just make sure to have the second book on hand right after you finish the first.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QGVRKCFFULOC?ASIN=0439023521	young or old this story will grab you and will not let go till the end.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought this book just to see what/why everyone was going so crazy over the movie release. Even after reading what it was about before purchasing I was still hesitant. Here I am a 41 year old man trying to see what has his kids so excited over a movie he has never heard of before. I was hooked and hooked fast. I really could not put it down. It was like I just had to see what happened next or I would ""get worried"". I am well over half way through the second book and have purchased the third so I can start it as soon as I finish the second. Young or old this is truly a book for everyone who enjoys being absorbed into a storyline that just won't let you put the book down or let you off ""the edge of your seat"".</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKXJDCMKCHLNZ?ASIN=0439023521	Compelling reading, but disturbing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was not at all interested in reading this book based on the story summary.  Last summer it was on the summer reading list for my about-to-be 6th grader and during the school year he read it.  He liked the book and since we have read a number of series together and I like to read the books he's reading, I read it recently.  It was very compelling reading and I read the entire series in just over a week.  I thought the books were very well written, but I am very surprised they were recommended by our school for 11 and 12 year olds. The entire series is very violent with plenty of disturbing passages - I had a number of nightmares resulting from the books.  I would recommend the series, but with reservations.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LN9GG1XBCYW5?ASIN=0439023521	No great lesson here	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Just children killing children.  The Lottery meets Lord of the Flies meets Romeo / Juliet but without a moral or lessons learned.  If we accept this as entertainment, it doesn't say good things about us, the citizens of Panum.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22EZ0PJCV60ZW?ASIN=0439023521	Gripping and Great Fun	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is no doubt one of my favorite series. In this book, we are introduced to Katniss, a very interesting character. When she is sent to compete in these games, you learn that she's not the kind of person who goes into a tricky situation going, ""Maybe I can make it out of this."" She thinks, ""There are so many ways I can die right now."" Her love triangle between Peeta and Gale will keep you waiting and wanting more. I remember reading this in a day, where I only put down the book to either eat when I was shaking of hunger or when I thought I'd pee in my pants if I didn't go to the bathroom. The Hunger Games is incredibly gripping, engulfing, heart-pounding entertainment for people of all ages.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Y1G07TK7II3K?ASIN=0439023521	So Glad To Finally Read This Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm suspect about overly hyped books because I'm always the one who never has any effect when drinking the kool-aid.  That is, I'm always the who never likes what everyone seems to like. But now, I think the immunity to the kool-aid has worn off.  This book is awesome!  By far, one of the best books I've read in a long, long time.  I was hooked from the very beginning and I could not put this down.  The story was engaging, exciting, heartwarming, entertaining and well crafted.  I can't say enough about this book that, by now, no has written about.  So glad I finally listened to everybody who like this book.  I can't wait to read the next two books of this trilogy.  I am at the edge of my seat...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RX3KFYUOQRGE1?ASIN=0439023521	A book you cannot put down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was reccommended to me by a friend.  At first i thought why in the heck is she reading a book about kids killing kids- def not her style!  but she has never let me down when it comes to book reccomendations!  I read this book in three days!  you feel for all the characters (even the bad ones)  you cannot put the book down because you want to know what happens next...<br/><br/>heres the thing.. i had no idea this was a series (like twilight) so when i got to the last page and saw to be continued my jaw dropped because i needed to know what happend!!!  now i cannot wait for this month to be over so i can borrow Catching Fire !!<br/><br/>I sure hope the movie lives up the book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRXRXQWJP6Z3S?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games - great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I ordered the book and it came within about a week and I was so thrilled!  It was packaged well and I was really excited to open it up and start reading.  I'm 18 and my 12 year old brother recommended it to me so I was afraid it would be more for the younger crowd of readers, but I was really pleasantly surprised.  I loved it and couldn't put it down - I finished it in about a day.  If you're on the edge of ordering the book or getting it from the library, I definitely think it's worth it to order the book because 1) the library is probably out of them since they're so popular and you'll be waiting for a while and 2) because it's a great book and you'll definitely want to read it again.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32PJZCCISSO39?ASIN=0439023521	Wow	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Just read The Hunger Games yesterday. In one day. I am not one to usually jump on a popular book band wagon, but it was recommended by Amazon for me, and I literally could not put it down. I couldn't believe it was a ""young adult"" novel. Very graphic. Sort of like 1984 meets Lord of the Flies meets The Running Man with a little Handmaid's Tale thrown in at the end. It has that kind of ""lost cause"" situation, with a hero who beats the odds, that is the premise behind most good fiction. However, in this case, winning may mean survival, but is not winning at all when you have to lose your humanity, freedom and self-efficacy to cross the finish line. I won't give away the ending, but WOW.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DCXWAZTZHXGB?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm not a big reader unless its Glamour Magazine or US weekly- i started to hear great reviews about the book &amp; movie and decided to read it- i read all 3 books in 3 weeks! could not put it down.  BEST BOOK EVER!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UZM8VZVJOULR?ASIN=0439023521	Pleasantly Surprised	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was late to the party hearing about these Hunger Games books by Suzanne Collins.  I got a Kindle for Christmas and decided to check out the first book as my first Kindle purchase.  It turned out to be a great pick.  It was a fascinating take on a post apocalyptic world.  Definitely a quick read, as I couldn't put it down, finishing it in 3 days.  It's brutal, but not not over the top with graphic descriptions and language.  The story moves along very quickly and keeps you turning page after page.  You can tell it was written with the modern, short attention span teen in mind, but it does a great job of keeping even though most ardent reader engaged.<br/><br/>5 star recommendation.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KRY2EX49UFBP?ASIN=0439023521	Worth the read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have never reviewed ANYTHING but felt that this book (and the series overall) was deserving. I am not in the minority when I say this book was fantastic.  I do not enjoy stories that drag on and are bloated with subliminal themes and messages, so if you DO then this might not be the book for you.  The book starts very quickly and as soon as you get to the games, you can't put it down.  Any reviewer who is saying the storyline/theme is a copy off of this, that, and another thing may be completely valid, but that does not mean it is any less exciting.  It's also worth trying because if you end up not liking it, it's a quick read so you won't have wasted a lot of time.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26DW5V33C57SS?ASIN=0439023521	A trilogy you simply can't put down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I initially thought this was the new ""twilight saga craze"" happening again. It's not- I read all three books within one week, and that's including having them be shipped from Amazon. This is the type of book that you open the book and 4 hours pass without you realizing it. There is still the romantic love interest with the classic ""girl stuck between two guys"" (like Twilight) but it's not the main focus of the novels at all. The way I describe this book to my friends is that it's a futuristic version of Gladiator games. That being said, I don't know if I'd recommend this book to kids until their a bit older. Overall, I can't recommend this book enough. Its a must read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MWNOJJLTS1ME?ASIN=0439023521	Superb.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Done before?  Yes.  But for kids and teens?  Nope.<br/>I read this as an English teacher, after hearing many of my kids rave about it.  It's exciting, the writing isn't so complex that it intimidates readers, and it's short enough that it can be read over a spring break or weekend (Unlike Harry Potter, for your average high school reader).<br/>The plot is intriguing, and the world you're introduced to is an interesting one.<br/>Most of the bad reviews here said they felt that there was too much ""napping"" or downtime, but there's just as much suspense and (justified) violence and I didn't notice any lag in the pace.<br/>Overall, worth a read, no matter your age.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMTHEN50YRCGG?ASIN=0439023521	So easy to get sucked in!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the story plot and how the action plays out in the first book, its not hard for me to see this actually happening someday with how our government feels the need to control everything. However I struggle to see this for young adults. I am 22 so I am a young adult but I picture this book being marketed for like 12-16 year olds. While I am sure that they can read the material but the maturity level that is needed to understand the aspect of the hunger games or why someone would want to do this. There is no sex in the book but it is violent and a very adult topic. Overall I loved the book and hope that the movie can stand up to the levels it has set up.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12XZKRME7A851?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I avoided this book for a long time as it's rated young adult.  Since I had had a bad experience with<br/>""Twilight"" (so badly written) I was not eager to try another juvenile book.  However, I heard some good<br/>things, and after all ""Harry Potter"" is also a young adult. I was so pleasantly surprised, I went right<br/>online and bought the rest of the trilogy.<br/>  The characters and plot were well thought out and the ""games"" were exciting and terrifying.  Underlying it all<br/>is the political corruption that seems to be such a factor in our current lives.<br/>  All in all, this is a very satisfying book that leaves you with lots to think about.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39K0PD8UDI9PU?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic, mostly :)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">First, I have to say I LOVED these books.  I am an avid reader and especially love books geared to younger readers, even though I am in my 20's.  Now, for the books.<br/><br/>The story line was fantastic.  Original, but not too far out there.  It was set up well and the characters were very easy to attach to.<br/><br/>My main complaint is that the author was slightly hard to read.  She would phrase things in different ways that I thought was confusing and I would have to reread a few times to comprehend fully.  Also, during some parts I had a hard time visualizing the settings the characters were in.<br/><br/>But overall, I still have to give these books 5 out of 5 stars!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8Y7EMBUY2W6G?ASIN=0439023521	Good Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I like the premise. It's a little bit of a twist on Running Man with kids instead and that makes the stakes that much higher. The world Collins creates is believable and brings you in. I like the characters and the dialogue. It does drop off a little bit towards the end, which makes me wonder if it was supposed to be one book and the editors thought they'd get a couple more out of it by turning it into a series. I gave it 4* because I haven't read the other ones yet and as a single book it was engaging and easy to read but it still felt like there was a cut-and-paste job of some parts that were surgicaly removed to appear in other books. Time will tell.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Y10Q3DNMHGCA?ASIN=0439023521	Loved this book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Let's just start by saying that I don't normally go for ""Young Adult"" books.  But after hearing a lot of people talk about this book, I had to check it out.  The story is at once engaging and terrifying.  Teenagers are forced to participate in a to-the-death game.  It's a story of courage, suspense, honor, and romance.<br/><br/>The story is pretty violent.  After all, the plot involves teenagers trying to kill one another.  I'd probably steer younger kids away from reading this one.<br/><br/>I enjoyed the romance in the book.  It was sweet, and not overdone.<br/><br/>All in all, this book is excellent for teens and adults.  I'm looking forward to reading the 2nd book!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BF0RG5H3K2P1?ASIN=0439023521	Best new adventure book since Ender's Game	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great adventure story for all ages over 10 to 12 years .  I read the book before seeing the movie and was very glad I did as the movie jumps from scene to scene rather too quickly.<br/>The book of course is more detailed and shares the thoughts and intentions of Katness, the main character, and explains in depth the love triangle that is created between Gale,her best friend and hunting buddy, and Peeta, her fellow tribute from area 12 in the games, as well as explaining her<br/>methods of survival techniques.<br/>The book is fast moving and hard to put down.  It rivals ENDERS GAME by Orrson Scott Card in the SI/FI adventure genre for ages 10 and up.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GRRTWGZ2IVV?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was hooked within the first few pages and could not put it down. This book is very engaging and took over all my free time!<br/><br/>The story line is brutal and rough to read at times. I actually became emotional while reading this. I guess that's the mark of a great book, when you cry, laugh, gasp and get angry, all because of the picture they author has painted.<br/><br/>This book has something for everyone, adventure, love, humor, shock value....it's fantastic. This is now, my favorite book, ever. I have never become this engrossed in a story in my life.<br/><br/>Thank you for creating Katniss Everdeen. I will miss her when the story ends.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CJD27EUNDH0E?ASIN=0439023521	Fun, Easy Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is an very good science fiction story about a 16 year old - Katniss Everdeen - who is selected to fight in a horrible spectacle of combat where two children from twelve districts must fight to the death.  The premise is intriguing and the author has plenty of built-in plot devices to keep the action and surprises coming at you at very steady pace.  Because it is apparently written for a young adult audience it is a very easy read.  I have to admit that I stayed up very late to finish it (although I'm not really sure if that was because I had to know how it turned out or the Diet Coke I stupidly had with dinner).  I give the book an 8 out of 10.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2M62W7IRBD7WE?ASIN=0439023521	The movie was not good. Books are good.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I watched the movies first, admittedly a bandwagon-joiner. I found the book to be well written with a fantastic pacing. Their is violence in there, but not so over the top as to be distracting. Intimate scenes are sparingly written so as not to be too embarassing (something I greatly appreciated as a dad!!) The rage against the system theme is prevalent enough to notice, but not as overbearing as say.... Ayn Rand or Terry Pratchett.<br/><br/>All in all, I highly recommend this book for kids from 12 up. The ending leads me to believe that this will be a series. I imagine I will be pre-ordering as soon as it's available. Congratulation Ms. Collins!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24TPZPSAUAFXG?ASIN=0439023521	Fascinating!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was an original book to me. I was hooked from the beginning and couldn't put the book down, thus leading me to quickly move to the next book in the trilogy and I am now about to begin the third and final book. The plot kept me guessing, never knowing which direction it would turn. Further increasing my intrest was my cheering for the main characters in the book. I found myself gasping out loud at times as surprises jumped up frequently. I often can find ""holes"" in plots or get discouraged by authors writing subject matter that can be too unrealistic or impossible, but this storyline seemed very real, and I was swept into Catniss' world easily.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LQQ15DBRMOYX?ASIN=0439023521	Voracious Reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I picked up Hunger Games on my Kindle for some light reading between The Help and Water for Elephants.  Being a 30 something mother of a toddler, reading does not happen at a rapid pace.  I was first introduced to this book by a colleague and I wanted to read it since they are filming the movie about an hour from my home.  Fun, easy, quick read...and it was...along with the other 2.  I had to download book 2 and 3 before I had even finished book 1.  I read all three in just under 8 days.  Keep in mind that is while I was on vacation with a 2 year old.  I never wanted to put it down.  Now comes the sad part.  I don't have any more of them to read : )</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18SQB52KYBJWW?ASIN=0439023521	A Book Worth Reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When my son received his Kindle for Christmas, the first books he wanted was the Hunger Games Series. I bought them for him and he had them read before he returned to school from Christmas holidays. Then a couple of months ago, we had a Parent/Teacher conference and the teacher was talking about all of the kids wanting to read the series and how she could never keep the books in her library in her room. It made me curious to read a book that was so exciting to this age of child. I have to say, it was one of the best written books I have ever read. Suzanne Collins is a brilliant writer and I am looking forward to reading other books written by her.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OINT89OXGQE9?ASIN=0439023521	Renewed my love of reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm not one for writing long reviews.  I am however an avid reader at about 2-3 books a month.  However I haven't read a book in a single sitting in many years.  I cannot wait to get the second book.  I hooked me straight from the start.  Amazing writing, engrossing story characters you fall in love with.  You will not be sorry.<br/><br/>Update...After reading the last word on the last page of the 3rd and final book, I lingered there not wanting to close the book as I felt I was saying goodbye to some real friends.  Collins has written a series so engrossing I am sorry to see it end. I honestly feel emotional about saying goodbye to this characters.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32V08HS2NOB5Z?ASIN=0439023521	A bloodthirsty book; I recommend censorship.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't really recommend this book. After watching the movie, and reading some negative comments about this book, I wanted to check for myself why this book had so many negative comments. Now I understand.<br/>The hunger games involves 12 districts giving up 2 teenagers each, and letting them fight to the death in a wilderness while they are being watched on TV. The teenagers are killing each other on TV, and people think of it as entertainment, like gladiators in an arena. This is dehumanizing and very inhumane.<br/>I do not wish people to be inhumane and bloodthirsty, especially at such a young age. I recommend that you don't read this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R176UJS58XPZ3C?ASIN=0439023521	Great book for an adult but NOT what I'd want my teen to read...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have just read the first installment only in ""The Hunger Games"" trilogy. So this is just based on the first book.  I started it last evening around 8 and barely put it down until I finished it today around 2pm.  It was very good.  I thoroughly enjoyed it and have already purchased the second book in the series to start tonight.  That being said, I am concerned that the target audience is middle schoolers and teens.  This is definitely not a book that I would allow my tween or young teen read and it bothers me that I have read that it is required reading in some 7th grade classes.  There are many better choices in classical literature for kids.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R378KIH4GIQZD3?ASIN=0439023521	GREAT	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanna Collins has proven to be an excellent story teller with this book! The Hunger Games is a well constructed story with a very unique and believable setting in the near futuristic world of post-democratic North America. The plot is a rich one and clearly well thought through by the author.<br/><br/>The story itself is based around teenage ""tributes"" which are forced to be donated by lottery to compete in a game of survival. What an addictive story idea! This book was so addictive and fun to read! The violence is probably on a PG-13 level and there are no sexual themes or language problems so it remains relatively clean. Truly a fun book to read!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3177OOPQNC78I?ASIN=0439023521	Mediocre	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This series is vastly over hyped. The first book is good (not great), but is held back by its juvenile prose, one dimensional characters and sometimes laughable melodrama. Sadly, the second book is little more than a regurgitation with a few twists, and the third book is about as dry, dull, depressing and uninteresting a book as you could possibly read. I can't think of any redeeming qualities it had at all. When the most glowing endorsements of a series come from celebrities like LeBron James, that should really tip you off that there isn't much there.<br/><br/>I rate The Hunger Games 3 stars, Catching Fire 2 stars and Mocking Jay 1 star.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1O2BZBZG9GL9H?ASIN=0439023521	Very Enjoyable	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I decided to read this book just because and found myself quickly reading the whole trilogy.  I must say not all of the story is completely original (very like Battle Royale and even somewhat like Twilight) but what things are completely original.  I will hand it to Ms Collins in terms of character development though.  I got very attached to the characters and found myself thinking about them even after I was done with all the books.  All three books are easy and enjoyable reads and I don't feel I wasted my time reading them.  So as long as the lack of complete originality doesn't bother you I would say these are great books worth reading!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PQ1Y7GU84Y2M?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for More!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'll admit, it took me a week and a half to read it, but only because I was busy and had to put it aside. But yesterday (June 26) I had 49% left on my Kindle and I finished it. It was the perfect way to usher in my birthday as midnight came and I finished the last chapter. Suzanne Collins is an amazing author, I mean the scene where (possible SPOILER) Katniss runs for Rue....ahhhhh!!! Felt so real! Once the games start it's hard to walk away from this incredible read. This book hasn't left me disturbed, it's left me thinking.<br/><br/>Ordered hard copies for my personal library, but will still download for my Kindle. Looking forward to Book 2!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24LYDQ4KZHUYU?ASIN=0439023521	A great story for sure!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this book! It was not hard to read and I flew through it. I liked the main character Katniss and also was routing for her and Peeta the whole time. The concept of this book was a little hard for me to get use to. The idea of all these people killing each other for pure sport is a little hard to digest. Don't get me wrong...I think it is a wonderful concept and makes for an interesting story, but still it was hard to grasp it. The main reason I am not giving this book 5 stars is because I knew how it would end. It is definately a great read though and I plan on reading the second one as soon as I can get my hands on it!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GVL4HI1770JT?ASIN=0439023521	Just just for teen readers	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I think this book is listed as being for teen/young adult readers, but after hearing two local DJ's talk about how much they both enjoyed the book, I got a copy for myself.  The Hunger Games is a pretty plausible potential future scenario, and it hooked me from the very start.  I would definitely recommend this book to younger female readers, because the heroine is a young girl dealing with difficult circumstances, and using her wits, hunting ability, and determination to succeed, not her looks or her body.  It's an exciting, quick read and I didn't want it to end.  Fortunately, it doesn't since there are two more books in this series.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FC2PNXAXNV3G?ASIN=0439023521	Best book and start of the best YA series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this because someone in my book group recommended it. I didn't expect to like it based on nothing but the name and the cover.But the stark cover art led to the absolutely intriguing world of Katniss and Peeta and the evil rulers of a world turned bad and despotic. If you think you won't like this book even after hearing about the success of the movie and the series, give it a try anyway. It's better than you think it will be! I was lucky because I started to read the books just recently so I got to read them all at once. Trust me. It's an awesome experience and you will forget about everything else and become a but anti-social.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LFXIS5WO05UA?ASIN=0439023521	So close to being excellent...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I fell in love with this book almost immediately and couldn't put it down.  Every spare moment I had, I was reading a tidbit on my phone, even if it was only for two minutes.  However, the last 1/4 of the book the quality seemed to drop off quite a bit.  I don't want to give anything away for those that haven't read it... but the methods that the author uses to resolve the plot just wasn't up to what I expected from the rest of the book.<br/><br/>Don't get me wrong, I really enjoyed the book and I'm going to read the rest of them, but with how strong it started out of the gate, I just expected it to carry through the entire book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RN68QDAY6WD1E?ASIN=0439023521	A modern take on Orwell's 1984	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">""The Hunger Games"" takes place in a modern version of George Orwell's world of <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Nineteen-Eighty-four/dp/B003JTHWKU"">Nineteen Eighty-four</a>, with future technologies and a very creative design of a political system.  The book places more focus on the effects of such a world on the relationships between the ""proles"" or oppressed class.  Hollywood seems to have only extracted the love triangle aspect from the story, which is a pity - Collins' point seemed to be much larger than that.<br/><br/>I recommend reading the first book, which is a complete story of its own.  If you continue to the second book in the trilogy, you'll have to read the third.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ONLPIXL62VXG?ASIN=0439023521	MY FAVORITE SERIES!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Reasons why this is the best YA series:<br/><br/>1. Strong Heroine (unlike Twilight and other series, this girl is a real warrior)<br/>2. 3-Dimensional and Well Developed Characters<br/>3. Action, Action, Action (this book will get your heart racing)<br/>4. Intriquing Plot (based on post apocolyptic world with ""Big Brother"" setting)<br/>5. Torned Love!<br/>6. Authentic ending (won't spoil it but will say the ending of the trilogy took some time to sink in but have since decided it was perfect ending to an amazing series)<br/><br/>I had serious book withdrawals after reading this series.  They've become my most cherished books in my collection!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMC8FFVRLY53A?ASIN=0439023521	A page turner!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Bought this because friends are talking about it and my daughters are reading it too. So I bought the Kindle version for 5 bucks thinking maybe I will like and my daughters and I can see movie together. But I was very pleasantly surprised. I read it in 2 days - could not put it down. Sure its a little juvenile and not terribly thought-provoking but SO WHAT! The story in entertaining, the characters flawed but fascinating and its even a little funny. Please buy, read, and enjoy! Repeat with Catching Fire and Mockingjay as well. I'm almost done with Mockingjay and dreading the moment I finish - what will I read next?!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1I2DKARSC5QSV?ASIN=0439023521	Best book of the three	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I took my daughter to see the movie, and wondered what I was going to be missing in the book.  So I regressed, and read the book.  I made my Hsband read it too.  It is funny how a guy reads a book about a girl.<br/><br/> The heroine is just a young girl, with obviously a lot on her mind.  Life, Death, and two boys.  She has to put on a show in order to stasy alive (literally) and comes out of it with a surprise twist.  Of course you can't read this one without reading the other two.  By the time you are done, you have grown to care about the girl, but she has a lot of other problems that need to be worked out.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MDEGZVAN3Z5B?ASIN=0439023521	Lives up to the hype!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My best friend read all three books a couple months ago and was going on and on about how great they were. I couldn't believe 1) that she was this enamored with a young adult fiction novel and 2) that the book could actually be good when the premise seemed so grim. Well now that I've read books 1 and 2 (and am savoring book 3) I totally get what she was saying. These books are easy to read, exciting, intriguing, and pretty much a train-wreck-type plot: you just can't look away. Collins creates believable, lovable, engaging characters who are flawed and real. Enjoy the game and may the odds be in your favor.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1747OZTB5ID3R?ASIN=0439023521	Adolescent, but entertaining...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't help but notice, the idea for this book is very similar to the Japanese film Battle Royale (where children are forced to an island to kill each other off for population control, and the victor gets to return home).  That aside, the book definitely seems to be written for an adolescent audience, but it is still an entertaining read.  I finished it in a day.  I'll probably read the other 2 books in the trilogy, just to see where they take the storyline.<br/>Overall:  It's worth spending the roughly $5 and taking an afternoon to read it.  Don't expect to be blown away, but it's entertaining enough.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21TH7B7I6Z0PA?ASIN=0439023521	Painting with words	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins paints wonderful pictures in your mind with her words. This book was recommended to me by a friend. It's written for teenagers, however adults will enjoy it too. The story is a little dark, but masterfully written. The heroine in the story faces many challenges along the way. She faces many conflicts in ""The Games"" some with the other contestants, but the biggest one is the internal conflict she faces with her emotions. I enjoyed reading this book, finishing it in three sittings. I enjoyed this book so much I bought the series for my teenage niece. Together we will share in the adventures.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R211RI2PXDV4VV?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">my friend started to read this book i they said it was a really good book. so i started to read it and i loved it, this book is now one of my favorite books. i finished hunger games and now reading Catching fire (the second book to the series). i liked it because it was filled with some suspense and action and a little bit of romance. after you are done with hunger games click on the links to see the second book Catching Fire or the third book Mockingjay.<br/><br/><a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Catching-Fire-The-Second-Book-of-the-Hunger-Games/dp/0439023491"">Catching Fire (The Second Book of the Hunger Games)</a><br/><br/><a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Mockingjay-The-Hunger-Games-Book-3/dp/0439023513"">Mockingjay (The Hunger Games, Book 3)</a></span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14U1CWZHV8F6N?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is perhaps the best series EVER.<br/><br/>The characters amazing. This will make more sense if you read the whole series, not just book one. Each book ends so you WANT to buy the next one. (Or check it out at your local library if it isn't banned)<br/>There is the problem of gore and blood, but doesn't that go on in real life? Why do schools ban it, sheltering kids from what really goes on?<br/>Anyways, I'm going to make this short, sorry.<br/><br/>Great character development (Post a comment for full review on development)<br/>Great Story (Do as said above)<br/>Amazing deteail (Same)<br/><br/>Sorry for it being so short,<br/>Caden.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBUUTBI5FMA1Q?ASIN=0439023521	Love/ hate relationship with series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">First thing I thought of when reading the discription for this book was the old short story the lottery.  My intrest was peaked imediatly and decided to give it a shot.  Right from the word go i truly enjoyed the author's deciptions of the towns, the people, and everything else.  The way she progressed through the sotry right up to the end was amazing and able to keep my ADD mind from wondering.  The way the characters grow, fight, survive, is just amazing.  The biggest issue I have is i want to see how the story ends but because its a series I need to buy the second book which needs to wait for payday!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UF4UC1S43Q3H?ASIN=0439023521	Absolutely amazing... brutal for sure but captivating.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was amazing.  I'm not normally a fiction person but what a book... so well written and my god, the topic.  The concept is horrifying but captivating at the same time.  I couldn't put this book down. I read it in 3 days.  I can't wait to read the others.  In the beginning of the book you are thinking to yourself how horrific the plot is and how appalling the subject matter but in a good way.  In a way that makes you want to read the book.  Eventually I gave into the games and got so engrossed and so attached to some of the characters.  What a great read. May the odds be ever in your favor ;)</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DR3TMEZLAG2K?ASIN=0439023521	Hard to get into. Forgettable Sequel. Can't believe it is a movie.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">UPDATE: I never in my wildest dreams thought that this book would be made into a movie OR that it would be required reading in schools. I have to assume that the powers that be decided to subject our children to this, but I am not in agreement. This book is about a future society that conducts a yearly fight to the DEATH between children selected at random from 12 different parts of the country. As indicated by the title, this event is called ""The Hunger Games."" Once the actual game begins the story flows reasonably well. Unfortunately this isn't until page 130 and the first part of the book has some major flaws.  I think a middle school reader would still enjoy it but, I question whether any child of that age should be REQUIRED to read this. It is time to start giving our kids books that teach love and interdependence, not how cool it is to live like a rock star for a few days before engaging in deadly combat.<br/><br/>The main character, Katniss, starts out the book by telling us (on the first page) how she tried to drown her sister's cat in a bucket. The intent of this story is to show that they were too poor and hungry to feed a cat. But that is really sick and makes Katniss seem cruel. She then TELLS us about illegal hunting for food with her friend Gale. She tells us entirely too much in first part of this book. Her stories replace action and letting us decide things for ourselves. This is poor writing. Many points, like her hunger and the taste of food are belabored well past the point where the reader might say, ""got it, please go on.""<br/><br/>During the pre-game phase of the book, conversations often come off as trite and descriptions of the world she encounters at ""the capital"" (where she goes to train for the games) are not interesting or detailed enough to fully capture the reader. Instead of capturing the mood of a city the citizens aren't really discussed in any depth and the futuristic innovations very predictable.  In general, I felt the process of setting up of the story was poorly handled and had to force myself to keep reading.  It doesn't help that these descriptions are interspersed with stories from the main character's past that again overstate the points being made. After awhile these interruptions to the developing storyline become very annoying because most are not needed by the plot.<br/><br/>Another problem is the strict adherence to first person narration. This forces us to rely completely on Katniss for an introduction to both her world and her personality. While this can and has been done well by writers such as Phillip Pullman and Phyllis Naylor, early in the book Collins fails to maintain a believable persona for Katniss.  What is missing is a strong underlying emotional tone, like fear, anxiety, anger or loneliness.  Instead, one minute Katniss is flashing back to a hunt with her friend Gale and missing him, while the next she appears to have completely forgotten about him and is wowed by the fingernail polish her ""stylists"" have painted for her in preparation for her pre-game public debut.  She is just as likely to erupt into a fit of anger with little to no foreshadowing. Each event takes almost complete control of the character's personality, making her seem shallow and flighty and diminishing the reader's empathy.<br/><br/>There is also a problem with the way book uses language. Take the passage below:<br/>""I can't help comparing what I have with Gale to what I'm pretending to have with Peeta. How I never question Gale's motive's while I do nothing but doubt the latter's.""<br/>""The latter's"" sounds more like a sentence from a term paper then a person talking to themselves. Unfortunately there are many odd paragraphs like this that short circuit the reader emotionally. Only when the game actually begins does Katniss seem ""real"". The catalyst for this change is that the character is now forced to engage in activities that demand consistent forethought, feeling and action.  She sustains her fear, vigilance and suspicion and as a result her character begins to make sense. The romantic relationship that she is forced to develop with the other tribute from her area also demands she assume a more predictable emotional stance. The fact that it is contrived for part of the book doesn't matter. There is consistency in her resolve and it allows the reader to follow along logically. It also becomes increasingly important for her to describe her surroundings and intentions in detail while trying to second guess her rivals.  Her descriptions of her surrounding improve dramatically and the book becomes more visually stimulating. All of this allows the reader the satisfaction of reasoning along with her rather than just being ""talked to or given random descriptions"" and that builds empathy. A few pages into the second half, I found myself looking forward to each reading session and wanting to finish this book that I had almost abandoned. I still can't believe this is going to be made into a movie that will be fed to our kids as a possible future. They deserve better dreams than this.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZEA13IZ6MUFK?ASIN=0439023521	If Your Are Even Hesitating to Read This You Have Issues	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The title of my review really says it all. As an avid reader I spend quite some time reading over customer reviews to make sure i'm getting a book i know i'll really enjoy. This series is possibly the best I've ever read. I've read the series twice already (and to be quite honest I'm tempted to read it again). It's one of those amazing books that seems to get better each time you read it. The Hunger Games is definitely a must read! The book is filled with exciting action, suspense, and a little romance. The writing really draws the reader into the world that Suzanne Collins has created.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30QYQYF3TJXHN?ASIN=0439023521	Captivating.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This series of books was so captivating, so deeply enthralling, I started to believe that I was Katniss Everdeen. I actually mourned when I finished book three. This series is amazing to say the least, and leaves you wanting more. I will always be a firm believer of ""the book is always better than the movie."" And in this case, it's because Suzanne Collins does such an amazing job of putting you right in to Katniss' head that most of that emotion could never be justly put across on the big screen. No offense to Jennifer Lawrence, she's wonderful. I just don't think I can be done.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JVOAH6L3NY65?ASIN=0439023521	Terrible writing style	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I got this book so I could see what the fuss was about, but I haven't managed to get past chapter 6 (in retrospect I wonder how I managed to get that far). The writing style is just terrible: short sentences with no sense of flow between them. Sometimes I had difficulty comprehending what the author was trying to say due to the style.<br/><br/>I can't really comment on the other aspects of the book, due to the fact that I haven't read past chapter 6, but honestly if you have any standards when it comes to writing I would avoid this book. I will have to try the movie some time.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UHHRL0K63O7M?ASIN=0439023521	great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I first picked it, I wasn't sure if i picked the right book to read, the description for this book is quite vague. Going into the read, I was unsure what to think. Luckily, it turns out that the book is a great read and really is hard to put down. I finished the whole thing in one weekend and only stopped when I absolutely had to. Anybody who enjoys suspenseful novels will enjoy this book. The book will be enjoyed by both kids and adults. I am rating this book at 4/5 because there are some minor parts in the book that aren't fully explained, or don't quite make sense..</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3B3JX8KW1EF7G?ASIN=0439023521	Unique. Decent. Fun	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I finally let the hype get to me and purchased this book. Seemed like a really cool idea, somewhat like Stephen King's 'The Running Man'. Overall, I enjoyed this book. Yes, there were a few times where I got bored, especially in the beginning, but once it got going, I had fun. The action scenes are somewhat sparse, but man, were they great. I laughed out loud at one part.<br/><br/>I'd definitely recommend this book. Aside from a few yawning parts, it's still worth it!<br/><br/><a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-House-on-Mayberry-Road/dp/B0057GEWHE"">The House on Mayberry Road</a><br/><a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Clown-Picture/dp/B0041T4HIC"">The Clown Picture</a></span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MZFM458H7MWI?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I first heard about this book about 6 months ago, and didn't want to read it due to all the hype about it- I figured it was the Twilight Saga all over again. My friend lent it to me yesterday after having to read it for her sci-fi lit class, and I finally finished it today. I didn't think that it would be so rivetting, but it is!! I felt like I was standing behind Katniss' shoulder through the whole book, the imagery is so vivid! If you have the oppertunity to read it, do it. I hesitate advising you to buy it, but I'm definitely going to order the next 2 right now :)</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VQ1BGDHA06JG?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!  Couldn't stop reading!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had this book on my 2nd Gen Kindle but had not read it yet.  When my DH got the Fire for me for Christmas I was amazed to see all of my books from the 2nd Gen appear on my new Fire.  When I saw Hunger Games I thought I'd give it a try.  WOW!  I was captivated!  I read the first book and was so glad that I could immediately download the 2nd and begin reading right away.  I ended up reading all 3 books between 12/25 and 1/8.  I thought this was a very interesting series.  I'm not usually into the Sci-Fi genre, which I guess this would be, but I loved these books.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RU9UZMAXAMQCB?ASIN=0439023521	Incredible book!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I finally broke down and bought this book after hearing so much about it and the movies coming out.  I was not disappointed one bit.  I couldn't stop reading!!! The whole premise is a little disturbing but you can't help but be drawn into this world the author creates.  The main characters Katniss and Peeta are wonderful and your heart goes out to them for what they have to go through.  I can't wait to see these characters come to life on the big screen...hopefully, they won't botch it up!  I just downloaded book 2 a few hours ago and can't wait to get started!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1N1GU9PT1FHDX?ASIN=0439023521	Sadly derivative	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Update:  I revised this to be slightly more positive, the writing is actually fairly good<br/><br/>This is simply an attempt to Americanize the Battle Royale concept, perhaps unintentional but there is no way around it.  BR has a depth of emotion and style that is mostly lacking in the world of Hunger Games.  I'm sure you can trace all of these stories way back, but such a blatant rip-off is just an attempt to capitalize on the feeding frenzy from Twilight and Harry Potter.  Do yourself a favor, get interested in Hunger Games but read the better, more original story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQKCRKUX3P371?ASIN=0439023521	WOW	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I haven't been sucked into a book like this in a long time.  I identified with all the characters and really got caught up in the story.  The world was interesting and made me want to explore.  I love the whole series, honestly.  I wish I'd realized there was a way to get all three on my Kindle in one purchase.  My only regret is there wasn't more about her sister, Prim.  I found her interesting.  I wonder if perhaps Ms. Collins will ever write stories from the viewpoints of other districts?  A collection of short stories from each district would be AMAZING.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJ6QFBNZPCH2A?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had originally decided to read this book because I saw that a few of my friends had started reading it.  As soon as I started reading the Hunger Games, I couldn't stop.  I read the first book that day.  The next day I bought the second book to the series and read that the same day.  The following day I finished the third and final book of the series.  This is honestly one of the best books I have ever read.  It is action-packed and has an interesting and original plot.  I've recommended this book to my friends and they are all hooked on the Hunger Games!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UQSGLZHQUV5H?ASIN=0439023521	A Different Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Downloaded this book on my kindle by mistake.  Started reading and could not put it down.  A different kind of read for me, but well worth it.  The writing was superb, the descriptions(characters and scenes) actually let your see them, the plot very credible and most importantly unpredictable.  With too many books I have read lately, it has been easy to ascertain what is next and most of the time be correct; not so with this one.  I found myself rooting for the final team almost out loud.  I recommend it for fiction readers who want a new/different spin.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDZZ1FM441PY1?ASIN=0439023521	Page Turner, with a couple nitpicky complaints	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put down The Hunger Games, it's that gripping. Collins gets right into the action from the beginning. Her writing style reminds me very much of Stephenie Meyer's Twilight series because of the adventure and suspense, but also for the sometimes corny dialogue, which was my main problem with the book. Also, I could guess the general outcome of the book from the beginning, but with a first person narrator in a survival contest, what can you expect? But hey, the most important thing is that it kept my interest and was an excellent read. Five stars.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R266CQFAXFIJUA?ASIN=0439023521	*WOW*	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">when you read these reviews almost everyone says it addicting, you cant put it down, i totally agree. When i fist picked this book up i ignored the warnings and started to read, after a few pages i was hooked. Beware, if you plan on reading this make sure you give this book a whole day, that way no one distracts you. Sadly i started this book in the evening and wasnt able to put it down, getting a little less than three hours of sleep. this book just makes you want to find out what will happen all the way to the end, keeping you on the edge of your seat:)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14YQC8CLY40FD?ASIN=0439023521	Interesting and hard to put down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm not commonly a fantasy reader or YA reader but with all the excitement surrounding the book, I had to give it a shot.  I'm glad I did. It was an interesting idea about how the future of North America plays out and an all-important annual government-sanctioned ""Survivor""-type game mixed with Gladiator fight-to-the-death games. The story draws you in quickly, keeps the pages turning, and does leave you wondering what comes next; a quick, hard-to-put-down read. I can see this becoming assigned reading in middle and high schools, like Lord of the Flies.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19GL2WRONTX41?ASIN=0439023521	Havent read a book this good since The Game of Thrones!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This author is an amazing writer!! I was not able to put this book down the second I picked it up. I am not usually the type of person to choose books that are ""futuristic"" and stick mostly to books like Lord of the Rings or The Game of Thrones... but this book is a MUST READ! The author is very cleaver in making you feel like you are the character in the book. There is not one minute of humdrum or even want to put it down. I didnt want to go eat when I needed too because I didnt want to get away from it! ON to the second book now and Im fully engulfed.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VEXCDO7VXL5R?ASIN=0439023521	A Somewhat Gruesome Young Adult Story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a fast read even for young readers. The story is similar to many sci-fi stories from the early 1950s - a post apocalyptic society emerges. In this story that society might be worse than the prior one. The theme of his story does not really hold up to scrutiny. There are too many things wrong with the premise and it annoys you that they are not addressed.<br/><br/>The writing itself is not all that bad. The author makes the story skip along.but it quickly become apparent what the ending will be.<br/>I am not driven to read the second volume.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUGCUAKRB9W4M?ASIN=0439023521	great book, needs new story line	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games craze is everywhere. Many people are going to hate the this t that I am posting this.  Susan Collins is a truly tlented writer, but it is the same story line. Girl likes boy, but for some reason they can't be together, and at the end of the mess of details, they're  both alive and together. The other thing that I don't ike is the overall purpose. So many people have written about the future with a grim outlook. The City of Embers, Clone Codes, and many more. The Hunger Games is a very well written book, it just needs a new story line.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CPHQJGC9QJPI?ASIN=0439023521	A decent and engaging piece of young adult fiction	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Despite a number of flaws, the story is engaging and enjoyable beyond what those missteps would normally mean for my experience. And, the book's about children killing one another, so I have to cut it some slack.<br/><br/>Katniss, the book's 16 year old protagonist, lives in the future years after some ill-defined catastrophe devastated North America and eventually led one city, the Capitol, to consolidate all control in its hands. Surrounding this grotesque totalitarian regime, 12 Districts divide the responsibilities of providing the Capitol with everything needed for a hedonistic existence, including entertainment. This tributary entertainment comes in the form of a 12-18 year old boy and girl from each district, all of whom compete in a televised Battle-Royale-style fight to the death.<br/><br/>As a young-adult novel, Susanne Collins presents a very direct, simple story. Consequently, the book is very easy to read, and requires very little reflection on underlying themes or meaning. Considering the book's aims and genre, these are not necessarily flaws. Yet, other choices detract from the experience. First, Collins often unnecessarily slips into clinical expository writing, such as this, taken from the first few pages: ""But there's also food I you know how to find it. My father knew and he taught me some before he was blown to bits in a mine explosion. There was nothing even to bury. I was eleven then. Five years later, I still wake up screaming for him to run."" OK, your father (whom Katniss has not been mentioned before) taught you your trademark hunting abilities, he's dead, you're sixteen, you're sad. Got it. Second, the rational for the Hunger Games and the budding love story are both quite contrived.<br/><br/>The book is entertaining and engaging in the same way as a good action movie. If you're looking for such a book, you've found it.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MRYFWOV3O7QR?ASIN=0439023521	Fast paced and fun, but unoriginal	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I picked this up on sale because I had heard lots of good things about it, and I had pretty high hopes. But what no one ever mentions is that this book is generally filed under ""young adult."" Why? Because it's written for 15 year olds. Simple sentence structure, unswerving and straightforward narrative, and emotionally shallow tropes guided by one dimensional characters make this a read for when you want to check out from higher level brain activity. Completely.<br/><br/>Does that alone make it a bad book? No way! I loved Harry Potter like most people did. But... that's not all. Maybe it's because I read a fair amount of sci fi, but there is absolutely nothing in this book that hasn't been done better by half a dozen authors in the last half century. The world is underdeveloped and poorly thought through. As a sci fi reader, I'm generally ready to suspend my disbelief almost indefinitely, but you have to at least TRY to make your setting work. But it's bland and lacks any of the kinds of detail that make a world compelling. And the characters would work better as a high school couple on a WB show than action stars for all their fawning and unrequited love. Collins could have shaved 50 pages off an already short book if she trimmed out the shallow romance. Alas: ""young adult.""<br/><br/>Still, none of this would bother me if it weren't so damned unoriginal. I recently read Ursula K Leguin's <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Worlds-of-Exile-and-Illusion-Three-Complete-Novels-of-the-Hainish-Series-in-One-Volume-Rocannon-s-World-Planet-of-Exile-City-of-Illusions/dp/0312862113"">Worlds of Exile and Illusion: Three Complete Novels of the Hainish Series in One Volume--Rocannon's World; Planet of Exile; City of Illusions</a>, of which the last story draws some parallels - a post-apocalyptic North America in which a lone hero takes on a dominating ruling class. But it's SO MUCH BETTER. The world is rich and complex, the character deep, the struggle epic. This? Nope. Even Tron's battles and lightcycle races are better than The Hunger Games.<br/><br/>I threw in an extra star because I was legitimately motivated to turn pages by end, despite knowing exactly how it would end by page 100. But I won't bother with book 2 or 3. Why should I? There's much better stuff out there.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31J8BCWOTLTCK?ASIN=0439023521	"It is not ""Battle Royale"" at all..."	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">...other than the device of throwing teenagers into an arena to kill each other. Throwing people onto an island to kill each other was not a new plot when Takami picked it up. ""Battle Royale"" and ""The Hunger Games"" both have messages that are more important than just their plots, but they are after very, very different goals, here.<br/><br/>""Battle Royale"" was written by a journalist, and is a thinly-veiled condemnation of the Japanese college entrance exam system (colloquially known as ""exam hell"", though it has improved a bit in the last few years). The pressure to compete for spaces at elite schools turned students against their friends. Pals and classmates became competitors and enemies in the war to get your rankings as high as possible.<br/><br/>""The Hunger Games"" has a lot more to say about the way television can distort all the circumstances of whatever it turns its attention to. People who are plain become transcendently beautiful, self-destructive acts become heroic deeds, and small flaws are magnified into villainous failures of character. There's also quite a bit in there about the American experience of poverty.<br/><br/>So, it stands on its own. ""Hunger Games"" is a lot better at delivering story satisfaction and character development than ""Battle Royale"". That said, the prose of ""Hunger Games"" is pretty uneven. Some passages really capture the heroine's struggle to fight for survival, and still stay true to herself. The best parts are definitely those where she is forced to stand in front of the cameras and face the spectacle that's being made of her and this life-and-death game, while still preserving as much of her moral center as she can. However, there's a lot of just plain good luck that comes her way. It was one deus ex machina too many, for me.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OVNKP2JFNAS0?ASIN=0439023521	Society Gone Bad= The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games book 1 is one of those books that you simply can't make yourself stop reading.<br/><br/>I purchased it on my kindle for a very reasonable price, and thought I would give it a go. It is in fact, supposed to be for the younger set. And even though I'm a young adult, I did think it was going to be too silly and middle school'ish. Well, I'm happy to say I was wrong!<br/><br/>Here are the main details in case your thinking about reading it:<br/>The United States is a place of the past, and is now known as the country, ""Panem."" Within Panem, there are 12 districts which form the country. Most everyone is hungry, poor or has some kind of hardship. Each district also has something special that it offers like clothing, foods, goods, etc. Example: District 12 (now possibly West Virginia or some part of Appalachia) offers coal. The 12th District plays a big role in the novel because of the protagonist, Katniss Everdeen.<br/><br/>So things are tough pretty much everywhere except for the main part in the country. This place is called fittingly, ""The Capitol."" Every year the controlling and rich Capitol (now the Rockie Mountain area) puts on The Hunger Games. Two kids a boy and girl are chosen randomly from each district compete in a crazy competition where they literally fight each other to the death. Traditionally, 23 die kids will be killed, 1 child will win the games.<br/><br/>Along the way, you will meet an exciting cast of characters. The plot is very, very well thought out. The best part were the things I weren't expecting, and of course, twists and turns happen throughout.<br/><br/>I am really looking forward to the next 2 books in the trilogy.<br/><br/>And I'm also thrilled that (perhaps due to the upcoming movie) Amazon has made these books affordable. i.e. not $12.99!<br/><br/>Thanks to Suzanne Collins for a truly great read.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3B9LGH9UVV7W0?ASIN=0439023521	OMG!! This book is so good!!!!!!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Note: Younger Readers cautioned due to Violence.<br/><br/>My Thoughts:<br/>I read the first two books before Mockingjay had released(approximately 5 months before it released) .Before I say anything else I would advise you to read this book ONLY. Catching Fire is pretty good but doesn't hold even a candle near The Hunger Games and Mockingjay is just ...*SHUDDERS*<br/><br/>(Note: This review was written for a school project so it might be a little different from my usual reviews)<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is a fresh story set in an alternate reality,which seems so much like our own.This book has the potential to become an all time classic due to it's fresh and engrossing narrative.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games follows Katniss Everdeen as she selflessly takes the place of her younger sister in the 75th Annual Hunger Games.This is an annual ritual or ceremony in which two children from each of the 13 districts are put against one another and the last one standing...wins.The children do not have a choice.If you are chosen you fight or die.<br/><br/>I really liked this book.It has a gruesome and mature theme but that is what sets it apart from others.This book is a fine example of dystopian fiction.<br/><br/>Katniss Everdeen is a very strong female protagonist.She is selfless,strong,courageous,responsible and human.Very few people would step up and make the sacrifices she makes.I really admire her!<br/><br/>While at one end we have a strong,rough and tough female on the other end we have a male protagonist who is her complete opposite.<br/>Peeta knows his chances of survival are very low but that doesn't make him loose hope.He tries not to hurt anyone,even when they're out to get him.It was nice to see that not everyone becomes a blood thirsty animal if they are put in such a precarious situation.<br/><br/>This book had strong characters,a very thought provoking and engaging storyline and it introduces us to unique world.Suzzanne Collins has you begging for a sequel before the book is over.<br/><br/>When I finished this book,the only word that came to my mind was AMAZING and I think that there's nothing more that can be said about this book.<br/><br/>THANK YOU SO MUCH MY WONDERFUL friend who literally forced me to read this book NOW!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3K1YP3UPGDON2?ASIN=0439023521	In response to Michael A. Behr's review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am writing this review to inform readers who are looking for a fast paced, action driven, gory, bloody plot, that this is not the book for you. As it tends to gloss over the violence by only alluring to certain events that cause the deaths of the tributes during the hunger games proceedings. But what can you expect from a story written intended for young adults in which the violence is more PG-13 then what is necessary for cult fans of this type of sub-genre. Having said all that, getting to the real point of this review which is to inform you of the Japanese film 'Battle Royale' which is the exact same idea released back in 2000. So if you think this book is violent, than the movie is, well... it's best to think of 'Kill Bill Volume 1' let's just say. To give you another idea, Quentin Tarantino is a big fan of this movie just to let you know what your getting yourself into as certain scenes tend to stay with you.<br/><br/>In response to MIchael A. Behr's review I believe this is yet another unoriginal idea for a novel which has been done many times before. Agreeing with what I have read and heard about this book, the plot does sound a lot like that of 'The running man' which was in fact written by Stephen King under a pseudonym. However, what really gets me is the fact that just because a person is young does not excuse their ignorance when it come to music, film, history or even general knowledge. Too often I have heard the words "" how am I suppose to know that when it happened before I was born"" as if all of existence was created at the point of their birth and anything before that is not worth knowing. I understand not having heard of the film references you listed as a matter of lack of interest instead of you being too old. But having no musical heritage, general knowledge or concept of historical events is unforgivable. My/Younger generations are missing out on so much even when it comes to well written music as good songwriters simply don't exist anymore and are willing to mindlessly consume what is out there simply due to a lack of curiosity and the wiliness to learn new things which in the end is one of the greatest of tragedies.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GSISG9TOTFP9?ASIN=0439023521	Read This Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's About:  Katniss Everdeen, an impoverished girl from District 12 who takes her sister's place in the annual reality show-slash-gladiator event, The Hunger Games. Particularly suited to the task because of her secret forays into the woods to hunt game for her family, Katniss is paired with Peeta Mallark, the baker's son from District 12, and their public image carefully crafted to gain sponsors and advantages in these survival games to the death.<br/><br/>Collins does a remarkable job of worldbuilding, everything seamless and and real enough that disbelief suspends itself. Her grasp of both war and bloodlust is capable, and speaking as a screenwriter, she has a scary accurate peek into the way television entertainment, especially reality tv, is molded and shaped to please the audience. ""The Hunger Games"" was a fast, touching read that I finished in one night. I was in tears at one point, deeply invested in Katniss' struggle, but turning the last page, I was incredibly frustrated.<br/><br/>After crafting a canny, insightful, resourceful protagonist in Katniss, Collins allows the character to be oblivious to the nature of one relationship for so long that she seems willfully stupid. Then, she resurrects a character we haven't seen and the protagonist hasn't considered, for more than 300 pages- just to set up a sequel. To me, the ending seemed hastily tacked on, a clumsy epilogue to an otherwise deftly crafted novel.<br/><br/>Would I Give This Book To a Teen: Yes, definitely- as annoyed as I was by the blatant sequel grab, that's all of 10 pages out of almost 400; the rest of the pages are amazing.<br/><br/>Would I Give This Book To an Adult: Yes- and with its gorgeous, austere cover, and smart text inside, I think this would be a great book to feed to the YA-Naysayers. ""We secretly replaced their Tom Clancy with this young adult novel, let's see if they notice!""<br/><br/>My 14 Year Old Son Says: 14 Year Old Son returns after marching band season!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32GE9O1YIRZHH?ASIN=0439023521	Kiddie lit	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I mistakenly bought this based on the hundreds of positive reviews.  It is, however, kiddie lit.  Look for it at your local ""mallmovie"".  Not on any ""best of"" lists.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15YWG4MSYBA76?ASIN=0439023521	Not my genre, but LOVED it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's entertaining, and incredibly disturbing all at once. The author creates a ridculously additicting story in a dark apocolypic world where (likeable) teenagers are pitted against each other in a fight to the death. Only my sick mind would suggest that the book isn't really brutal or gory, considering the actual basis of The Hunger Games, but there were parts that gave you just enough information to let you know the extent of it. I am surprised how much I enjoyed this one, not one I would have picked up with out the persistance of others.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R165OOJXSDY1KR?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Definitely the best book of the series but all 3 are highly engaging and worth reading.  I didn't know anything about this book when I bought it, but I had heard of it and wanted a good book to put on my brand new Kindle.  I seriously could not put it down, and finished it in one day and immediately purchased the other 2 books in the trilogy.<br/><br/>I was surprised to find out that this was meant for kids! It is so captivating, and fairly gruesome.  Definitely the best book I have read in a long time, I would recommend this to any and everyone!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1O8KLIKBAINKO?ASIN=0439023521	lord of the flies meets modern writing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">amazing bk! while it did take me a short chapter to get into - bc it is a ""young adult"" novel and therefore they do have to spoonfeed you the setup alittle, after that i was all go for the bk. it wasnt a surprise when the 1st twist of the bk - which i wont say - happened bc i read it on the back of the bk. but, that made me wanna read it more. i was afraid it'd be too much like some gladiator thing but it wasn't it was really interesting and frull of passion and intelligence : ) you'd also enjoy ""x-isle"" and ""the reapers are the angels.""</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8DKI0ZPXUGXA?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome surprise!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I went into this book completely unprepared for how good it turned out to be. I was captivated from start to finish. I am a twilight series girl so I really didn't think I would like this book but OMG! Give the book a chance you won't want to go to bed at night. The author had a way of making you feel for every character. There were parts that were go intense and graphic. I felt like I was there. I could see everything happening before my eyes. Its a beautiful story that draws you in. Please dont miss out on this treasure. Happy reading.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROTLWO4QR2LQZ?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing! Love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing! I was not able to put the book down after the first 20 pages. Katniss Everdeen volonteered to be tribute in the hunger games after her sister Prim gets selected for tribute. You may ask what's the hunger games? The hunger games were created for one reason. To tell the 12 dristricts not to rebel against the capital. There are 12 distrects in the country of Panam on the continet of North america after world war 3. The book was amazing read it for yourself. I don't want to ruin the book for you. May the odds be ever in your favor.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHDZJW2AZP0ZV?ASIN=0439023521	Family Favorite	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I started Hunger Games with my Kindle Fire I got for Christmas, I finished in 2 days of feverish reading.  It is now Jan 15 and my whole family has read the whole series. The story is brilliant and gripping. The characters stay with you and even my 12 year old now is talking about reading it again. We had a discussion about the politics in the book and how we can learn from this futuristic story about how simple freedom can be stripped away.<br/>Amazing imagination Suzanna Collins. Thanks for creating a book my whole family can talk about.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RA5NOLPOT6J06?ASIN=0439023521	Just a copy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It looks to me like the author just watched the movie Battle Royale and liked it, so she copied the plot in amazing detail and published it.  She only got away with it because Battle Royale is a foreign film and the general public didn't realize the plagiary. She barely changed the story at all.  She is taking credit for someone else's work.  I also believe it is a tad to violent for the elementary and middle school children that are reading it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33ZKHPTZZFPTJ?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a sci-fi version of La Femme Nikita, in many ways.  I just couldn't put it down.  The writing was captivating and the story just as much fun (and generally unpredictable).  The characters had some depth, too.<br/>The book was as much fun for adults as for teens.  (I can only speak for the adults.)  The only criticism was that the book is being made into a movie and the movie promos basically say what will happen in the book (so if you plan to read the book, DO NOT read anything about the movie until you finish the book).</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8AMG36DN7I5?ASIN=0439023521	Thrilling	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is really interesting the author has succed in writing a book that is exciting, poignant, thoughtful, and breathtaking by turns.<br/><br/>In terms of content there is a lot of hunting, fighting, and survival... and a lot of romance, kisses, and cool outfits as described. There's strategy, the world's most fabulous fashion designer, weapons and a girl who knows how to fight. This is not a book that quietly slots into our preconceived stereotypes. And you know what happens to books that span genders? They sell very well indeed.<br/><br/>The story often rests on the shoulders of the protagonist. Is this a believable character? Do you root for him or her? Because basically it is a very hard thing to create a ""good"" person on the page that your reader is going to get interested with. Because we readers know that we are flawed, we are often inclined to side with the similarly flawed people we meet between a book's covers.<br/><br/>Our hero of this book, on the other hand, is so good in so many ways. She sacrifices herself for her sister. She tries to save people in the game. But there's almost a jock mentality to her too. She can figure out the puzzles and problems in the game, but when it comes to emotional complexity she's sometimes up a tree.<br/><br/>For the most part the author takes ideas that have certainly seen the light of day before and concocts an amazingly addictive text. About the time you get to the fifth chapter that ends with a sentence that forces you to read on, you're scratching your head wondering how the heck she does that.<br/><br/>Its like Apocaliptic tale in the form of science fiction and will create all new fans for the writer and the genre itself.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IY23C4HSK916?ASIN=0439023521	Impossible to put down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After reading all three of the Girl with a Dragon Tattoo books I was searching for a book or series of books that would captivate me just like Stieg Larsson's books did. I thought I was going to have a really hard time, but someone recommended the Hunger Games trilogy and after reading just few pages I was hooked. I really had a very hard time putting the book down. At first, the mere concept of the hunger games just blew my mind. If you like books with themes like in Orwell's 1984 or Kafka's Trial you will like Hunger Games.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9FXPAOT3C39B?ASIN=0439023521	Perspective	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed this book, it is incredibly well written.  As a dystopian novel I feel it is more relatable than 1984 or Brave New World, without being preachy.  The fact that you can see so much of our own current society reflected in the ""capital,"" such as Reality TV and surgical elective enhancement, with a broad smattering of Roman society for flavor and this trilogy emerges as both engaging and educating.<br/><br/>I absolutely recommend this book for 7th grade and up, although it might be a little dark for younger audiences.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNY0MB5S73TX2?ASIN=0439023521	Incredible series!  Incredible Author!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My daughter bought these books for the Kindle and I have to admit it took some convincing to get me to start reading them.  I fell in love with the characters and plot and couldn't stop reading once I started.  This is one of those series that draws you in and refuses to let you go until you come to the end.  Of course when you come to the end you have to read the next book in the series because you just have to know what happened next.  Suzanne Collins has become a favorite author after this incredible series of books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNI5PE0YC6NXB?ASIN=0439023521	excellent for adults	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I won't go into details about the books. There are enough reviews for that. I read all 3 books back to back and loved them. I didn't get ""tired"" of the story line. As an almost 40 year old woman who reads constantly, I am so impressed. Good story line with great characters. I will be looking for more from this author. The great thing about a kindle is that you are exposed to different categories of books. I would never walk into the young adult section of a book store but Amazon makes it so easy to shop different genres.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KGLGP929IAWU?ASIN=0439023521	The Reason I Love to Open a Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This trilogy is probably some of the best literature that I have read in a long time. The story line is engaging and always keeps you guessing, the characters are well developed and real. There is not one moment in these books where I felt any dislike for them. Character driven with a protagonist that isn't a cookie cutter hero. These books are a great example of what young adults should be reading. These books are what give me hope for the future of literature, and are exactly the reason why I love to get lost in books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RG3OBJI3OUI7U?ASIN=0439023521	Read it before.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well, it's YA.<br/><br/>So does that mean I shouldn't expect it to be very good? Maybe. I'm in a bit of a muddle about that actually.<br/><br/>It was (to me, at least) predictable, the violence seemed gratuitous, and the plot a mish-mash between Survivor, Running Man, The Lottery, and Reality TV 2083, with all the freshness implied thereby- but if I was a teen, and had no store of cultural expectations for what might happen in such a scenario, would I be excited by this book?<br/><br/>I doubt it. But for what it was, it was well done.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2EBSQ6FQD4GS?ASIN=0439023521	Maybe if it wasn't so derivative...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">There was so much hype for this novel, it couldn't possibly live up to, and it didn't. I found the writing very sloppy and the plot loose, with some pretty shaky characterizations thrown into the mix to give it that real sloppy joe flavour. Perhaps I would have enjoyed it more if the themes and ideas hadn't been done so much better by Stephen King in ""The Long Walk,"" and ""The Running Man.""<br/><br/>But, if it will keep your kids reading, I suppose it's worth it. Just don't ask to read it after they're done with it.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LI0NT4DARWJQ?ASIN=0439023521	the Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The author tells story well. This story is told from the perspective of Kat, the main protagonist, is honest and well written. While the book is geared for youth or teen fiction, the audience is wide given the topic and Collins gift of writing. I appreciate sci/fi or fantasy fiction and this book works well in the genre. What I liked best about this book was the underlying commentary about Kat and Peeta and their plight about surviving the barbarism of the Hunger Games. I look forward to the next book in the series.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VHAXP3WEB4B9?ASIN=0439023521	Best read in years	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The hunger games is the best book i've read in years.  It takes you along with katniss as she fights for survival in place of her little sister and struggles to understand her own feelings for her best friend and new found love interest. Suzanne Collins writes so well you feel every emotion katniss feels and find yourself rooting for Katniss and Peeta. It also makes you think about what would happen in our country if the things that happened in the book happened to us. Would we become as sadistic as the capital is?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RP2F7EQLNK0ZN?ASIN=0439023521	this is one of the best books ever!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i just bought this book. it wasn't my first time reading it and i wanted to read it again. i checked from all the libraries in my vicinity and each book had over 100 to 300 holds. since i knew these numbers wouldnt change i went out and bought it i wasnt diappointed the book was just as good as i remembered if not better i told my friends the basic plot saying that the author did a much much better job than i did and i lent it to them they are now waiting for meto get them the next two. which will of course happen</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4WHOXRZO5F6L?ASIN=0439023521	Popular book is worth the read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was very well written and gripped me from the start.  I knew nothing of it except of its wild popularity.  Once I found out what the premise was, I was shocked it was so popular - not the most engaging topics!  However, after getting about halfway through, I couldn't put it down.  It was one of those books where you think you know what's going to happen (but, DO you?) and either way, you can't imagine HOW things will happen.  It's very exciting and certainly makes you want to continue reading the trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HW8YFSZ0FI0I?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing story! Absolutely captivating!!!!  The author does an incredible job at pulling you into this tragic story.  Even though it is makes you shutter to think this could happen, you can't stop reading it.  You want so bad for Katniss to beat the system!  I think this story strikes a nerve with so many, as we watch our own government spiral out of control.  The fear that this could happen and the idea that someone would lead us to a revolution gives us all a sense of hope, for Katniss, and for our own future!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21JGZDSD6N72P?ASIN=0439023521	The best but the worst	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very good book,well written too! Katniss everdeen volunters for her little sister Primrose everdeen from the reaping. She has secretly hunted on the private property next to her house to feed her Mother and sister. Her best friend Gale Hathorne, met when they were 12 and 14. When she volunteers for Prim, her fellow tribute Peeta Mellark (later on in the book) announces his undying love for Katniss. Learn more by reading this book along with Catching Fire and MockinJay! Hope this review will be of assistance! :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FJJ259SBNO96?ASIN=0439023521	My favorite book! Suzanne Collins is GENIUS!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not put this book down! I've read the series 3 times now and will probably read them all again. I love all the suspense! BEST BOOK SERIES EVER!!! If you loved Harry Potter then you'll love these as much if not more! The only thing that you want to take caution with is the violence. There is blood and gore in this book, so if you get scared easily (and I mean REALLY easily), this may not be for you. If you are into Sci-Fi, suspense and even some romance, you will love this book almost as much as I do!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3M024HC8ZF6I1?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I heard about 'The Hunger Games' by pure chance at a choir rehearsal for St Matthew's Passion from a recent university student I had taught...His wonderful voice as he sang St Peter got me thinking.  Suddenly I heard about the novel from another source.  As I teach teenagers and we are reading 'Lord of the Flies' at the moment I needed little encouragement to order the book.  What a read!  Not as bloodthirsty as I had thought - rather the triumph of the strength of the human spirit over insurmountable odds.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HERKRIMQ9GWU?ASIN=0439023521	One of the best books I have ever read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have read many books but the Hunger Games takes the cake. The combo of romance,action,and sci-fi is incredible. I am currenty 12 and the is a YA book. I still think it is one of the most appropriate. Not a single cuss word and even though there is romance it isn't that innappropriate. The connection you feel to Katniss is incredible, The pacing is just right, and it leaves you wanting more. Great book if you want your tween or teen to start reading. And if you are a tween or teen...Buy the book. NOW! :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GSLVTGA1SMHN?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome story all around	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I probably don't need to add another 5-star review for this book, but I'm going to anyway! I couldn't put it down, and was bummed out when I finished it last night only because I already found myself wanting more! I actually purchased the next two books prior to finishing this one, that's how much I enjoyed reading it. If you like a good survival story with great characters, world, everything; read this book. Unless your just weird or can't stomach a little violence, chances are you won't be disappointed!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PWXM6JAULHDF?ASIN=0439023521	OMGosh!  Awesome read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I kept seeing the three books of The Hunger Games with high ratings but I thought, ""not my kind of book.""  Well, I used  my Amazon Prime membership priviledge of borrowing the book and I was hooked!  From the beginning of the first book to the end of the third book I was enthralled and couldn't put them down.  A futuristic book great for teens but exciting enough for adults of all ages.  And now there is a movie!  Take a chance, maybe get a sample on your Kindle.  You won't regret it.<br/>Happy reading.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9BAAA9WA5IEG?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is what I would call addictive. I could not put it down...not even to use the restroom (I know, TMI). I am a middle school teacher and these books are getting my students to WANT to read...not HAVE to read. If you get this book, be sure to go ahead and purchase the second the third one because you'll want to continue right away once you finish...guarantee it. If you have a teen that refuses to read, hand them this book and you won't hear from them for hours. But it's great for adults, too.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1X4DEZ88TDV8B?ASIN=0439023521	One of the best books I've ever read!!!  And I've read a lot!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm an avid reader.  I read for at least an hour every day.  I can honestly say that this is one of the best books I've ever read.  I'm not a big fan of 1st person narrative, but this book grabbed me from page one.  I finished it in two days!  The action is non-stop.  I can't wait to get my hands on the next book in the trilogy. I'm tempted to download it, but I want a hard copy so that I can share it with my students.<br/><br/>Absolutely a great story!  I can't wait to see how the story continues!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UE5PNBR90V8Z?ASIN=0439023521	Very Final Fantasy..and hard to put down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Book 1 of Hunger Games is a reminisce of the Old Mythology of Pyramus and Thisbe meets Braveheart set in the land of Predator. Extremely climactic and hard to put down. You root for Peeta, the need understand Katniss, and you feel that the Capitol is referring to how our world is now: controlled by Media.<br/>I am a huge fan of the Final Fantasy genre and this book reminds me of the setting, the plot, and the never-ending collision of forbidden love and Government.<br/>Can't wait to read Book 2.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QF8DQT8EQZ58?ASIN=0439023521	fun read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I did enjoy this read, I would not place it among great American classics or anything.  One thing that strikes me is that I guess this book is for young adults and it is a bit brutal.  Not in the descriptions but what the actual game is.  Don't get me wrong I like the story very much I just found myself questioning this book for young people as it is pretty violent and not the most uplifting book.  I do look forward to seeing what happens next.  The characters are likeable and I want to know more.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R366NBHI7NBCMM?ASIN=0439023521	better than I'd hoped	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As I neared the end - Starting to get disenchanted with the book. Not liking what becomes of the dead tributes at all... not sure the book will hold up if what's being suggested is actually true.<br/><br/>Okay, that being said, it's really my only serious criticism of the book worth mentioning. I very much enjoyed the story and the suspense throughout. Many emotions presented themselves during the reading and for me, that's the sign of a job well done.<br/><br/>I'm looking forward to book two.<br/><br/>[...]</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13XM2PKRZJ7K6?ASIN=0439023521	Psychological Manipulation Inappropriate for Youths.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">the book had an interesting protagonist. writing was easy to read. pace was good. a real page-turner. there, I've fulfilled my mom's requirement to not say anything if you can't say anything good. had some issues with the accuracy of some of the survivalist scenes (I've actually spent a lot of time mucking about in the woods), and the artificiality of the pacing (the gamemasters (or whatever they were called) did it for pacing of the TV show), and the arbitrary way the author killed off the REALLY interesting character (the little girl--I think the author realized she was going to be more interesting than the protagonist, and that was her death sentence), and the idea that ""suicide is the solution"" which should NEVER be presented to teen, and pre-teen kids, and the overall premise which really manipulates a reader if they have abandonment issues. The overall premise, that were could be a society that sacrifices their young (and sustains that practice for 74 years without widespread popular uprising against it) would be OK if it had a fairy tale ending (abandonment of parental protection is a common fairy tale premise), but the protagonist does not seem safe, even at the end. The premise is inhuman, imo, and just feeds those fear-of-abandonment issues that all children, and many adults have.  I felt the author was trying to psychologically manipulate the reader and feed off their abandonment issues.  I think that is absolutely inappropriate for a book directed at youths, unless there is an ending that provides more resolution.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROLR4CCL3Q0LE?ASIN=0439023521	A page turner, but not a classic.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I finished the first book last night and I was very happy to have a book that kept me interested. But not because I loved the characters or the concept. I think its more like a tragedy that unfolds in front of you and you cant help but see what happens next. I wont give away any specific details or major spoilers but the idea of making children murder other children is a combination of historic Rome (for the slave Gladiators and political tyranny) and ""Lord of the Flies"" (kids killing other kids).<br/><br/>I know adults have read this book, but seeing as I'm 30 its clear to me that a book about murdering children, is really just for kids. I say this because the story is told through the perspective of a young teen girl, although strong and gritty... still comes off as freshly annoying/immature. That and the usually predictable love triangle that has to exist in all cheesy books that send young things reeling at the idea of a ""kiss"" here and a ""kiss"" there.<br/><br/>I suppose someone has to satisfy the romantics but the idea or inserting teenage love during a lethal arena just didnt convince me of the horror they were facing. The author could have avoided it completely but instead distracts you with it. In fact I was distracted by other, what I would term, unecessary details.<br/><br/>My suggestion is, if you have insomnia (like I do at times) or need a reason to ignore your cabin fever in winter... this is a decent book to read. However, I have zero interest in continuing this book series and would only recommend it for people 21 and younger.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33VKH77RS6DR2?ASIN=0439023521	An Outstanding YA Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I started this book, I didn't know what to expect. Too often young adult novels generate a lot of hype and aren't able to live up to the buzz. Not the case with THE HUNGER GAMES. Suzanne Collins masterfully creates a tale well-crafted enough to please readers of all ages. Her work is both high-stakes and witty. Her characters are complex, with realistic flaws and personality traits. This dystopian tale is a standout among YA, and I constantly recommend it to everyone I know who reads.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17TLDAGX35GJO?ASIN=0439023521	Great read for any age	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book first as a possible ""teach"" book for my high school students and consequently read the next 2 books too!  I loved the characterizations and plot but also the parallels from ancient Roman culture and our present day culture all set in the future.  I then purchased a small set and my kids are devouring the story!!  Terrific discussion will ensue!!! By the way, the young woman who did her student teaching with me this spring couldn't put the novels down once she started.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3G6P4ZFVXBN7H?ASIN=0439023521	I hunger for more from Ms Collins!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My friend kept begging me and begging me to read this series, and I'm glad I finally did. Hunger Games and Catching Fire were two of the BEST books I've ever read, although Mockingjay was a bit disappointing in some aspects. The world created by Suzanne Collins could be enjoyed by anyone, adults as well as young adults. The characters a rich, Katniss and Peeta really come to life and are unforgettable. I'm glad I read the books before the movies came out! Definitely read the books first!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20PRL2C6HS1TW?ASIN=0439023521	A More Brutal Ender's Game	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book reminds me a lot of what Ender's Game would be if set in a post-apocalyptic world. We're teased with hints of what happened, Katniss is an engaging and lovely character, and the Games themselves are both fun and terrifying (though certain points get a bit saccharine at times). It's the first book I've read straight through in a couple years (started at midnight, meant it to be light reading before I fell asleep, ended up staying with it until I finished at 4am in the morning.)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9ID1UQJ20OX2?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is one of those books that after you finish reading it, you just sit and think about the characters and just how great the book was in general. I absolutely loved reading every part of the Hunger Games. I love its originality and how Suzanne Collins wrote it, the violence isn't too extreme for younger children and the characters are perfectly developed and grow throughout the story.<br/>In short, this is one of the best books i've ever read (and ive read a lot of books).</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OL01L5OO8PDK?ASIN=0439023521	Best for Juvenile readers	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked the first part of the first book well enough to order the second two so that I could go on reading without interruption. However, by the end of the book I had some regrets about placing the second order.<br/>The book is a fast read (sort of like the Maximum Drive series) and was probably a fast write, too:  there's not a lot of depth. By the end of the book I felt somewhat surfeited and not too curious about the next book.  I'll review that too when I've had a chance to read it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DYEVVFTCAQWR?ASIN=0439023521	I have seen this story somewhere else before...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought it was quite good but frankly I have seen this story before. Think of ""Running Man"" or ""Logan's Run"" or ""The Island"" (a remake of Logan's run really) with bits from ""1984"" and ""Brave New World"" added in to the mix. The main difference here (and the most disturbing part of the society depicted) is that the people doing the dying are children.<br/><br/>For me, only 3-stars given I have seen this story before as I mentioned above. Few new twists here beyond the kids really.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18DZGC6RJCWVS?ASIN=0439023521	OH.MY.GOD.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After hearing a million and a half praises for this book, I gave in and bought it.<br/>I could not put the bloody book down...it had me hooked from the first page! I think it's incredibly well written and just... brilliant. The storyline, the characters, the ending...  I loved every second of it. Can't wait to read Catching Fire!<br/><br/>I know a lot of people like me are thinking about reading it, or maybe not. Trust me on this: READ IT. It will blow your face off. You won't regret it.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31JCU8E2GHWP2?ASIN=0439023521	great start to the series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Really enjoyed this series of books, this book being the perfect opener.<br/><br/>Though it was violent and morbid, it told an important story about a future society gone wrong after a violent civil war.  The revolution caused by and told through these books is uplifting in theory though the story itself is dreary at best through the end.  As with all revolutions, important people have to die and endings do not turn out as planned.<br/><br/>A+ books, hope they do not ruin them with the movies!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15CN4IOGAJKV6?ASIN=0439023521	Great for young young readers, way too boring and simple as an adult	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoy the revival of the modern Young Adult fiction genre. However, this novel does not belong in that genre. It needs to be labeled as a High School fiction, or something like that. Sentences were too short, vocab was limited; it was written at maybe a 9th grade level. Very hard to read as an adult. I think watching an episode of Sponge Bob would be more satisfying as an adult.<br/>However, if I were still in HS or MS, I am sure I would love this novel and series.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RG3TWXZ8E1W6U?ASIN=0439023521	EYE LUV THIS BOOK!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book because of 3 reasons:<br/><br/>1. Because of too many violence.<br/><br/>2. Because of too many brutal actions in the book.<br/><br/>3. Because of many executions.<br/><br/>What I did not like about his book is the beginning and end because of lack of entertainment, but still, I LOVE THIS BOOK!!!…<br/><br/>P.S: I am very sorry amazon people because I wrote a review that did not even involve much of the book last time and that you erased it.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRJE6SDMOTXL7?ASIN=0439023521	Ah-mazing!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I can't say enough good about this book, this series of books.  I couldn't put them down!  I was on the edge of my seat through the entire series, and am really stressed about what to do now that I no longer have Katniss Everdeen in my life.  Might just read them again!  Already forced one friend to read them, plan to pass them along to a few others.  Really if you're looking for a fun, cliff-hanger-type read, this book is for you.  Hell, this book is for everyone.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31TBXCU9SVYH?ASIN=0439023521	<3	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was the best book I have ever read...and I've read many things. This book is all I could ever want in a book. It's thrilling, adventurous, romantic, and just flat out phenonenal. I could not put this book down for a second. This book is in top ranks. I just cannot express how much this book has effected me. It makes me want to make sure that our government doesn't take too much control. I am dying to see the movie and I will beg at my parent's feet to take me!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LZF1MHWCC2DT?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What a great story! I have always been a fan of post apocalyptic movies but I had never read a book on the subject. I found this to be such a unique idea, but also reminded me of a short story I read in high school called The Lottery, which has always fascinated me. I found the book distrubing(in a good way) with the idea of only one being able to survive the games. The main character was not my favorite as she made choices that angered me but she was interesting.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CSC40IH3XP6Q?ASIN=0439023521	Why is this book so popular?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have no idea why this book has gotten so popular.  It's an interesting idea and plot idea, but it's too poorly written to be enjoyable.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PPNWLH54DHXD?ASIN=0439023521	Meh	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I think this going to make a better movie than it did a book, and I've never had that thought before. This was a great draft of a book that could have been very good, but these charactors lack depth. I don't understand how his is getting so many five star ratings. I didn't hate it, but it I just didn't feel any suspense or high emotion, especially considering the gravity of the situation Katniss was in. A lot of untapped potential here. Decent story, bad writing.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1H57B6NKTUSKB?ASIN=0439023521	What a great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Although I don't fully agree with the whole ""Reaping and Hunger games"" Thing. This book was great . People who whine about cruelty and not understanding why no one did anything.. Its a book. Its what gets you involved and want to continue to keep reading. I just bought the second book and cant wait to begin reading it. Author was very detail and had a great imagination.  The ending and the True/ fake  romance was just what it needed for you wanting more. Thanks</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19TT86368GEFZ?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger begins	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a book that's hard to put down once you get into the story. It's actually not too hard to imagine a world so easily enslaved and persecuted. The author does a great job telling the story and keeping your interest, throughout the book. What I might hate about the book is hard to say, maybe some of the characters and their plight in the story. It's a book that anyone young and old should read that like gladiators, modern hand to hand combat, and warfare.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3H4NE5PU79UDT?ASIN=0439023521	This book can get you fired.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was not able to put this book down for a second, as a result I got nothing done and read all day. Unlike many books that I have to force myself to read a couple of chapters before I get in to, this one had me hooked from the first page.;<br/><br/>Honestly, I read it reluctantly on a recommendation from my sister.  While this book was written with the ""young readers"" market in mind don't make the mistake of thinking it isn't sophisticated enough for adults.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWGO512EJ0X1L?ASIN=0439023521	A book you cannot hate!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I labeled this book as stupid before I even gave it a chance, Suzanne Collins is a wonderful writer and I felt as though I was right their by Katniss and Peeta. I adored the idea of this book more then any other book I have read, the idea, the fact Katniss and Peeta had to fake their love but in the end you could start to tell they were falling hard for each other. It was adorable I loved this book and I cannot wait to start the next one.<br/>Go Suzanne Collins!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJBK18EW22EAW?ASIN=0439023521	The Worst....	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was without a doubt the worst thing I've ever tried to read. Everyone (young and old, male and female) kept going on and on about what a great trilogy this was and telling me that I just had to read it. When I heard a movie was coming out, I quickly purchased this book, so that I could read it before seeing the movie.<br/><br/>Yes, I said tried to read. I couldn't make it out of chapter one, which has never happened to me before. I almost always give a book at least three chapters before giving up and throwing it down. Why could I not make it past a few pages? Not plot or characters, no. The first person present tense drove me absolutely crazy. The last thing I read in first person present tense was an ""I Can Read"" book when I was like six years old. And that is how this book reads, like a ""See Dick Run"" style book.<br/><br/>I do read some lighthearted easy books, but this was just mindless.<br/><br/>I was just about to return it, when my twelve year old daughter said, ""No, wait. I want to read it."" She read about three pages, brought it back to me, and said, ""Return it.""<br/><br/>My twelve year old even said it was too easy of a read to capture her attention. And surprisingly, she said the same thing I did, that the present tense irked her.<br/><br/>I know the story and plot are good, because we did LOVE the movie. But we just couldn't get past the horrible writing style enough to enjoy the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7FL9XOFUCPM9?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games - Too Good To Put Down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's true what they say - once you start reading it prepare to be in for a non-stop ride. Much like ABC's ""Lost"", you'll reach the end of the episode with a cliffhanger that you just have to go to the next chapter to find out what happens next. I think there were only 3 chapter endings where I could close the book and pick it up the next day.<br/><br/>I strongly recommend this book to anyone. Keep in mind the ""Hunger Games"" movie comes out in 2012!<br/><br/>&lt;...&gt;</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGM9Q3QRYBMFU?ASIN=0439023521	Outstanding read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very engrossing and thought provoking.  I was so intrigued by this concept.  I fell in love with the characters, felt their pain and joy even their questioning and doubt.  I wanted to heal them make it all better and ...well ..just fix everything!  I also took time to read about the author.  Her research into post traumatic stress syndrome, particularly how it comes into play in this story.  Read and enjoy. Let your thoughts take you on a journey</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RZUAOVKZQGNJ?ASIN=0439023521	Addictive	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't expect to enjoy this book as much as I did.  I ended up reading all three books in a weeks time.  I just couldn't put it down.  I loved the reluctant heroine who is forced to step outside herself in order to defend those she loves most.  It was bloodier and considerably more violent than I am used to or perfer.  But the story was addictive and insiteful into our own societies flaws in our love for our own reality television.  Great read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HSMGS9WT5RWJ?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING READ!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This series was INCREDIBLE!!  I couldn't stand to put it down. It has a little bit of everything for every type of reader;  suspense, love, mystery, imagination, adventure.  And because it is about a period of time that seems unreal, it just makes it better to take yourself into another place and time, yet still be able to understand the that world.  Probably the most riveting book I have read in years. I've recommended it to everyone I know.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24QL49FB512BZ?ASIN=0439023521	Took My Every Breath Away!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Sometimes you come across a book that just completely takes your breath away, just like The Hunger Games took mine away. This was impossible to put down. It never got boring, and was filled with endless surprises. It made me fill like I was in the Games myself, every twist and turn made me read even faster. And the characters felt so real to me. This is and always will be a great and successful book. I highly recommend this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ELC4XL130ETV?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was probably the best book I have ever read. I began reading and thought that the book just, wasn't me, but I was so far off. I got through the first ten pages and was addicted. I spent every moment of free time reading this book until I finished at 3:30 one morning. I was enthralled by Katniss and Peeta's story and their love triangle with Gale. I was extremely satisfied with The Hunger Games, and I recommend all three books to everyone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUL60BUYNWA8Z?ASIN=0439023521	worst book ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Am I the only person who hated this book?  I have read thousands of books, and this is the worst book I have ever read.  Do not let your children or teenagers read this book!  I cannot believe this is considered a young adult book.  I felt sick while I was reading it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2EZF6WIJOJHNW?ASIN=0439023521	Heart pounding	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great heroine.  Fantastic concept.  Heart pounding tale.  There are tons of storyline reviews already, so I won't repeat them, but I will say that if you haven't yet tasted this trilogy, that you try this book out with as few spoilers as possible.  I knew one major thing about the ending that took a bit of the tension out of the last third of the book.  But you know what?  Still five stars, even with the spoiler.  An excellently crafted tale.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RE14PAUJJYJ9F?ASIN=0439023521	Two Third's of a Good Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I honestly have been growing to hate this book. I read it in pretty much one sitting and I loved it all the way until part three. After that point the book drags for about a hundred pages as the characters change completely, the tone of the book changes, and nothing happens except that large sections are drown out with the promise of a twist at the end; only there isn't one. This book reminds me of the Westmark series by LLoyd Alexander, the first book is great, but the second two focus on the worst part of the first. That is what the third section of this book i;, more than a hundred pages of the worst parts of the previous sections of the book. Having read the descriptions of the second and, out of curiosity, the third I can say for certain that after the book changes tone the series is never the same. If you want a good read I suggest you pick this up, read to the second to last page of part two, and then just make up your own ending, otherwise you'll be greatly disappointed.<br/><br/>If you want a book about a post-apocalyptic North America why not check out Zenu - By Peter L. Kenna, I can't promise its any better written or has fewer typos, but I can promise it will be more consistent in characters and pacing, for the most part. Also, no ones reading it and it makes me sad. Just check out the preview at least, it'll make me feel better.<a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Zenu/dp/1449599125"">Zenu</a></span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2M5IMSYCR7GVR?ASIN=0439023521	Great Action Packed Novel	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book! All of my friends were reading it and I was apprehensive at first because it's a young adult series but I am so glad I disregarded my holier than thou attitude. The Hunger Games is a beautifully written novel about the struggles 16 year old Katniss faces. The book is great for sci-fi lovers and is definitely not just for young adults. Suzanne Collins presents a dystopian society that is both fascinating and heartbreaking.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4352WFWUIPUX?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A real page turner, that is for sure.  This was both an exciting and unique book.  I thoroughly enjoyed the characters (you will fall in love with Rue and find Katniss refreshingly vulnerable and yet strong). I highly recommend this book to anyone looking for a bit of adventure.  Although I will put in a warning... some of the violence can be a bit graphic (but it's a story essentially about gladiator games, so what can you expect?).</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KXLOQB8UC4IF?ASIN=0439023521	i couldnt put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was so riviting and intreaguing that my boyfriend became interested in this book too takkng away my kindle. And to my sulrise he started reading it too. He read half the book in a couple hours and was dying to finish it with me. This is a must read which will have your heart racing in excitement. I'm not usually a reader but I took the advise of a friend and tried it and I am not at all disappointed. Read it you'll be glad you did!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QOMIT5P1XHVD?ASIN=0439023521	It's okay	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked the book, I thought it was well written and certainly very original. The premise is interesting and the author pulls no punches. However, in spite of a well-developed main character, the relationship to others around her felt flat. As a consequence I didn't develop a lot of connection with any of the characters and by the book's end, I firmly put it down, with not a speck of interest or curiosity about what would happen next.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2C4S5MWS54JAE?ASIN=0439023521	Read it in 2 days! couldn't put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If I would have read the description about what this book was about, I would not have taken a chance on it. However, it had such rave reviews, I had to check it out. It was not my genre, but there are so many intertwined stories in this story. It was beautiful, heart wrenching, heartfelt, and so well written. I could not help but fall in love with the characters. I read the first book in two days and immediately bought the other two!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SOS61H0RD9P5?ASIN=0439023521	Holy Smokes	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow, what a book!  This book will make you think, laugh, hold your breath, and DEFINITELY lose sleep (not because of the nightmares, but because you cannot stop reading!).  I spend much of my time reading non-fiction medical literature, so finding a good fiction book that is captivating is crucial for me.  Suzanne Collins nailed it with this book.  I can't wait to read the next two.  AND, only $5 on the Kindle...this is a steal!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FU6KXMERRRDJ?ASIN=0439023521	Not my usual type of read, but loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This sci-fi storyline is unlike anything I typically gravitate toward, but after a few dull reading choices, I decided to try out a top-10 book from Amazon's best-seller list. Boy, am I glad I did! This book captivated me from the get-go and held my interest til the very last page. The characters, setting and details are incredibly descriptive and the storyline suspenseful. So glad I ventured out of my reading ""comfort zone"".</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JGEVC5FFT7TN?ASIN=0439023521	Loved this book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am not going to rehash the plot as many reviewers have already done, but this series is amazing and NOT TO BE MISSED. The premise is original and the writing is fast paced. I loved the characters and felt for each of them with every page turned.<br/><br/>There have been off/on comparisons with this series and Twilight and Harry Potter, but (having read all three) I can honestly say this stands apart and is totally original.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RT8FYMYRWUSD6?ASIN=0439023521	Just an opinion	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I got this book based on the recommendation of a friend.  I was skeptical to read it because it appeared to be a book aimed for teens and also sci-fi.  Neither fit my interest but I took my friend's word for it and read it.  I was hooked!  It is simplistic sci-fi but that worked for me.  Both my husband and 10 year old daughter read it with me along with the rest of the trilogy.  Give this book a try.  You will be surprised.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGU0QHN2HPPWE?ASIN=0439023521	One Star	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Not very good</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RR7K6UUHTI6V6?ASIN=0439023521	Matches all the hype	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I get it now, what all the hype was over this book. It was good, really good. Suzanne Collins takes something as familiar as a TV game show and twists it into an evil mechanism to control the population. In the arena, 24 teens must fight to the death; only one victor will leave alive. Sounds grim and gruesome, but somehow the humanity of the characters shines out amidst the darkness. The Hunger is definitely worth reading.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35T3NVXOR4LZH?ASIN=0439023521	Hard to Stop Reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I confess, I'm an older fellow, not much given to books like this. I looked at this to find some reading material for my 11 year-old daughter, and got hooked. The characters were believable, and the author was able to suspend my disbelief. This may be written for younger folks, but adults should not dismiss this book, or this author, I suspect.<br/><br/>Where were books like this 40 years ago when I really could have used them?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GMQDR3OHJB76?ASIN=0439023521	Better than I expected	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I first heard about this series I wasn't that intersted in it.  In my experience the things the majority of people just LOVE tend to be things that aren't really that intersting to me.  However, my husband read it and raved about it so I figured it was worth a shot.  I couldn't put it down, read it in about a day and am looking forward to reading the next two.  I only wish I shelled out and bought it in hard cover!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39SGTQ5RL15YC?ASIN=0439023521	Great for all ages!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was worried when i saw that this book was for grade 7 and up that it would be a bit young for my liking, however I really enjoyed this book!  I was able to read it in 3 days and did not want my bus ride to work in the morning to end so that I could keep on reading. An action packed book that does not leave any section dragging to long so that you get bored. I have already recommended this book to many other readers!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQS9260N1J6XZ?ASIN=0439023521	imagination run amok	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This story is so contrived and so beyond belief. It seems as if it's just set up for sensationalism and violence. The plot could have been captivating for those interested in life in the future under a dictatorial government, but it was way over the top. I read all of it, but it was a chore and I couldn't wait for it to be over. I won't be reading this author's next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QKKKEP1BA6KH?ASIN=0439023521	Exciting, thrilling, and all around a page turner.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wouldn't have picked up this book unless if a complete stranger hadn't recomended it to me at the book store.. In the first ten pages or so it was hard to read and didn't seem like an interesting book, but soon got very exciting. I could not put the book down. The obstacles Katniss has to go through is horrific and is somewhat realistic to what a soldier goes through. VERY GOOD BOOK THAT KEEPS YOU HUNGRY FOR MORE!</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R79IFYVQ0MV4Z?ASIN=0439023521	So engaging!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It only took me a few hours to read this book.  I did not want to put it down.  Suzanne Collins does an amazing job of getting the characters into focus and keeping them real, and did a superb job of describing everything to the point where I could picture it all- the Capitol, the arena, and the various Districts.  I can't wait to read the other books in the series.  I'm looking forward to my kids reading this one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3R0VLPJEN6WXS?ASIN=0439023521	I love this series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">**review from 11/2008**<br/>A fascinating young adult novel set in the distant future. It was recommended by Stephenie Meyer on her website. I think The Hunger Games will become a very popular book. I couldn't put this one down and read the last 200+ pages into the wee hours of the morning. It wasn't until I got to the very last page and read the words END OF BOOK ONE that I realized I just got hooked on a new series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R253SW55GXMOXO?ASIN=0439023521	A truly amazing book from start to finish!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">AMAZING!  This book is one of the greatest science fiction/ fantasy books around, and is my favorite book of all time.  Suzanne Collins definitely knows how to keep readers engaged! The Hunger Games is perfectly paced, and keeps you reading.  Once you are finished with the book, you will probably be up at night just thinking about it!  I would recommend this book to anyone who likes exciting and interesting reads.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9HO3MGU5T59V?ASIN=0439023521	Best book I've read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was completely sucked into the book after the very first paragraph. It just grabbed me and man it didn't disappoint. I think I was even hyperventilating by the end of the book, which I read in only a day because I literally couldn't leave it alone. The following 2 books are also very good, but this one, on it's own, is definitely the best book I've ever read...and I think I'm gonna go read it again now(a first!)</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXEPHTJOI4Q6W?ASIN=0439023521	The book to beat	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have seen this book a few times in stores and have walked past it because the cover and the name didn't suggest a story that might interset me. I am so glad that I reconsidered buying this book. The story is compeling from the first page to the last. The author does a wonderful job of developing the characters and creating a world that comes to life as you read. I can't wait to read this author's next creation.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1U5V2FMHKTACG?ASIN=0439023521	Engaging	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was very apprehensive to read this book at first because of some of the reviews (about it being violent etc.), but decided to take a peek anyway. I am SO glad I did. This book was so engrossing, addicting, mezmorizing... I have to tell you that I finished the entire trilogy in a matter of a week and plan on reading them again soon. Please take my word for it and pick up this book. You will not be dissapointed!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIAGVHVCRNJAQ?ASIN=0439023521	Best Book I've Read in a LONG time!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have to admit that I bought this book about a month ago and it took me a while to get around to reading it. Now I'm upset I didn't read it earlier! I absolutely LOVED this book despite the fact that it was written for the young adult (it's also much better than the mediocre Twilight series). The book had me on the edge with its riveting hunger games...the games that were devised to keep the working masses in check. The setting is America (I believe in Colorado or thereabouts) many years from now. The new nation (Panem) was divided into 13 districts and on capitol. After a revolt by the masses that occurred largely in the 13th district, the President devised the Hunger games to remind the masses who is in charge (the capitol/president). The hunger games involves each district (except for the 13th which was destroyed after the revolution was halted) ""randomly"" selecting one female and one male child into an Arena where the kids fight to the death. Despite the seriousness of the hunger games, the author managed to get in some funny parts that had me laugh aloud. I also liked the love triangle between Gale, Katniss and Peeta (I especially &lt;3 Peeta). I can't wait for the movie to come out... Go read this book! It's the best book I've read in a LONG time.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17NK3EBYQGLR5?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is one of those fast-paced books that makes you stay up way too late because you can't put it down (I haven't burned through a book this fast since the DaVinci Code).  It's a unique story idea with likable characters.  I bought all 3 books at once because I had a feeling I'd want to read them all at once, and I was right - I would've hated to have had to wait even a couple of days in between!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2P5NU2GIHEFB8?ASIN=0439023521	Could not stop reading it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely loved this book. It grabbed hold of me the way a good adventure/sci-fi/fantasy should and never let go. What suprised me the most how romantic it actually got towards the end (I actually started to get misty eyed at various points. I deeply cared for the characters and they develop greatly throughout tge story. Along with the marvelous story, The Hunger Games has somethimg for anyone! Buy it now!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19PIDZURVIV3Z?ASIN=0439023521	Very good survival game read in realistic dystopia setting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Although geared for the teen readers, I really enjoyed the ""soft"" readability even at the mid-forty age that I am.<br/>Author has created a real world with real characters. Many comparisons have been made between HUNGER GAMES and the Japanese classic, BATTLE ROYALE. They are similar, but distinctly different. ROYALE focuses on the violence more while GAMES deals more with the Katnis character.<br/>Five thumbs up!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3D90G5XFD59SH?ASIN=0439023521	Not nearly as exciting as I expected	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">For a series hailed for its action and intensity, it was remarkably slow. Nothing happened until the very end! Characters were sort of forgettable and there wasn't anything really compelling about the main character, except her love for her sister.<br/>It had some interesting concepts at play, though, which made me willing to get through the book - Still, I don't think they made up for the shortcomings.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YCM5C3CRL8TY?ASIN=0439023521	Just Doesn't Do it For Me	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't know what all the hub-bub is. I admit the overall premise is intriguing but the writing isn't anything special and I was bored throughout most of the book. I skimmed through a lot of it just to get the interesting parts. I also think it's pretty disturbing and not in a good way. Kids killing kids while people cheer them on doesn't sit right with me. Why this is marketed as a YA book is beyond me.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZT29HH27CIR0?ASIN=0439023521	Fabulous book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was unfamiliar with the Hunger Game series until the early promos for the film came out. When I read this book I was hooked. Hunger Games was a fun and easy read but hugely entertaining....I didn't want to put it down. I have finished reading the trilogy and loved all of the books. If you want entertainment, no smut, no f bombs and just a great, easy, yet intriguing read, pick it up. You'll be hooked.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2448X65Y8EURA?ASIN=0439023521	The Perfect Dystopian YA Novel	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely recommend this fantastic book to everyone!  My favorite literature type (right now) seems to be young adult set in a dystopian future.  Mind you, I'm a woman in her (*cough) sixties, so I present to you a mature judgement...  Wowee! Way cool fine readin'!  Be getting all over this one!  Seriously, I loved the whole trilogy, but if trilogies aren't your thing, at least read this first one.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RR8Q5EV5BGAT?ASIN=0439023521	AWESOME AWESOME AWESOME!!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had not heard of this book or movie &amp; actually purchased it on my Kindle by accident. I decided to read a few pages before canceling the order &amp; I was INSTANTLY hooked.<br/>I've now read all 3 books &amp; the movie comes out tomorrow! It's all EVERYONE is talking about. If you want a story that grabs you &amp; holds you from beginning to end...then THIS IS THE BOOK FOR YOU! LOVED IT LOVED IT LOVED IT!!!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBDA2FMKR8PW?ASIN=0439023521	Great book, good for the money	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book is GREAT! A must read. I didn't know if I would like it so I only ordered this book. I would recommend buying all the books in this series together so you can get them all hardbacks for the same price. The only problem I had was that when reading it, the binding or cover would fold like all paperbacks. I just prefer hardbacks but definitely buy this book!!!!! You won't be disappointed.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R52QTTS7T00R1?ASIN=0439023521	From Satire to Slapstick Violence for Entertainment	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">1.) Anyone read Stephen King writing as Richard Bachman? If so you would see that this book's plot shares the basic framework of a book he wrote titled, ""The Long Walk."" The government hosts a long walk where a hundred teen boys compete in a race of sorts unti they succumb to fatigue, hunger, madness, etc... and get a bullet in the brain. In the end the last one standing wins. The winner and his family reap benefits very similar to the victors in the Hunger Games. There is also the Japanese ""Battle Royal"" to consider which is even closer in terms of storyline.<br/><br/>2.) In addition, any redeeming quality of a love story this book may have isn't realized until the last line of the final book, which means you have to read them all in order to justify reading any of them!<br/><br/>3.) The anarchist streak in me wants to give this book a high rating for bringing forward the possibilities and dangers of voting in a government big enough and powerful enough to ""take care"" of us all; but ultimately only takes care of its self. However, I cannot give Collins that much credit since the storyline is not her own. At least other versions had underlying subtleties that wove together a deeper, more meaningful plot. This book offers up no such morsel of virtue.<br/><br/>4.) Should young readers be reading this? No. This book is rated R and no mother in her right mind would subject her children to this warped line of thinking in their impressionable years. However, if ANY of this trilogy's books is to be read by a late teen it should be limited to this first one. (spoiler) In later books she corrals babies, toddlers, and pre-school age children together and send little bombs to them in packaging that would suggest a gift. The bombs explode, but not to the point that it kills them all, just enough to draw more, underage assistance to the squirming, crying, suffering and bloody babies only to have a second wave of bombs explode.<br/><br/>I say, is THIS what qualifies as entertainment to us now? Need we go from satire to slap-stick violence for entertainment? Not for anyone with half a brain or more.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BLGJ3TE97GEH?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love to read funny memiors and when people kept telling me to read this book I just didn't know if it sounded like something I would get into. Then my reading twin told me she loved it so I gave it a chance. I COULDN'T PUT IT DOWN!!! Fast pace so there isn't places where your like get on with it! Something is always getting you to want to read just a little bit more to find out what happens.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4A0YFOMTE367?ASIN=0439023521	An amazing read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games trilogy is amazing. I can see why many think it's a great YA series but I am not a young adult and I thoroughly enjoyed it. I didn't want to put the books down and even several weeks after finishing the third book I find myself seeking out books that might be similar... since I enjoyed them so much! I will probably re-read the trilogy at some point as well, it was that good.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BSXUIJI0JILR?ASIN=0439023521	Won me over	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have to say I was very skeptical about buying the book. I have never read a YA book before. But when my wife asked me to buy it for are Kindle I said what the heck I will read it too. This book blew me away, it dragged me into it so much I did not set it down, in fact the following day bought the other two books. O have to say Suzanne has a way with words and this book rocks for all ages.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3V6DMC1YEMYM2?ASIN=0439023521	Lives up to the hype	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was surprisingly good. I'm normally weary-minded when I hear the term ""teenage-novel"" but the premise kept peeking my interest. I was happy that I bought it and it lives up to the hype.<br/><br/>I wasn't really sure how a novel about a televised fight-to-the-death competition could somehow constitute teenage reading but the author made a wise choice of not going into long gruesome detail about every death and I guess your mind will allow you to go as far as you'd like. The heart of the novel is definitely Katniss, the protagonist, but what sets her apart from so many other female leads is that she's neither a lovelorn girl nor a cold-hearted person devoid of any emotion. You get the feeling that she's a real human being who has had to adapt to some very serious and extreme circumstances.<br/><br/>Honestly, there isn't a part of the book which I can point to and say I didn't like-something that rarely happens. There were parts where I literally laughed out loud and at some point unbeknownst to me, I actually got emotionally invested in the characters. This is easily a book which I can recommend and the only thing I'm worried about is if the other books in the series can live up to this one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28JWR1QT0W7KY?ASIN=0439023521	Could do without the killing.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The thought of killing teenage kids in a game sickens me. Even if it is just a story. To think  how this is accepted so widely as the best book since Harry Potter shows  the dumbing down of society. No compassion for  your  fellow man dying. Not like the paint ball hunting game but taking a life and the public is eating it up. Give me a break.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PW9P2W5T65XA?ASIN=0439023521	Best book I've ever read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Alright, so first off while reading this book I discovered one very important thing. Do NOT judge a book by it's cover! DO NOT! JUST DON'T! So,  hadheard many peple say that the Hunger Games was just AMAZING, I had seen the book before but honestly paid no heed because just bu looking at it my reaction was , 'Okay, so lets see there's a bird on a pin on the cover. Mabey it has magucal powers or something. Or even people are dying and there's no food.' Okay, so I hate books like that, they just simply annoy me! How are you supposed to relate to such a book? But taking my chances, following my instincts, and listeing to all of my friends I went ahead and bought the book. So I read the first few pages, and was just like 'BIGGEST MISTAKE EVER.' So  closed it andjust left it there, but the about a month later all I was hearing about was The Hunger Games! And the of course the movie! So I opened it again, and simply fell in love. This book is captivating in every way. Suzanne Collins has a work of art here. Every chapter ends with something that wants to make you read more. Might I mention  finished this book in six hours, this book is just amazing. I highly recomend it to everyone I know.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BA0DVVBUFUSX?ASIN=0439023521	May the Odds Ever be in your Favor	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger Games is one of the best books I have ever read!!<br/>In the beginning, I got confused and decided to watch the movie. After the movie, I came back to the book because I was able to understand the intro. This book has about 3 chapters not presented in the movie. It would be useful to compare the two. I plan on going ahead on the sequel. Can't wait for the second movie= to come out!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2O9RWNRJDJJW?ASIN=0439023521	This book would be a billion times better in third person- Katniss is one whiny teenager	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book would be a billion times better in third person- Katniss is one whiny teenager. However, the story is interesting and engaging, and I enjoyed the trilogy as light vacation reading. If you're looking for a strong heroine, I'd look to Valentine Wiggin and the ""Ender's Game"" series, and if you're looking for post-apocalyptic mind benders, I'd start with ""The Giver"".</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GI5KDYSRQKBP?ASIN=0439023521	i hunger for more, no, im serios, i loved this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">omygosh this book was amazing and i continuasly keep re-reading it. the next book is realy awsome to. but i havent found it on my kindle yet. this book is realy cool in that the charictors are so ___able. there all diferent but come together and it works. also the plot and every way the book gos is thoughtfull and you have to think about it. it is in my top 5 books ever. and i read alot.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PSX5UN54J9S7?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games is compelling	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's been a while since i read my last novel and when i decided to give hunger games a try, since it's not my usual kind of reading material which is love story, i was easily hooked by its compelling story. Plus i was not disappointed because it also offers a love story that really warms my heart and gives balance to the barbaric theme of the storyline. I do recommend it as a good read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6KHDXESXB1HG?ASIN=0439023521	"A well written ""grab you"" book...."	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Not my kind of book that I usually buy but I am glad I did so.<br/><br/> Well written. Pulls you inside the book and you feel what they are going through. A good description of what life under an iron fist could be like and the Gladiator theme/kinda of how people are treated by those in power.<br/><br/> A few parts were bodering on the silly side( very few) but this book is worth the money.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GBTQACBCO0CG?ASIN=0439023521	She took reality and made it exciting...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So. I got this from the library originaly. I should of just bought it. OH.MY.WORD!!!!! This book is so action packed, emotional,and the story flows so smoothly! To explain the story itself- Long story short- extreme communist American government drives youth to survival of the fittest. The way the kids are treated in the book itself is horrible, but it makes you want to cheer for the good guys. Seriously. I caught myself gasping as if I was watching an extremely intense movie scene when I had to put this book down to do something. It is that good! Its such an ""on the edge of your seat"" and ""stay up till 4am reading it"" book. Nothing. Like. Twilight.Or. Harry Potter. This book has totally unexpected story line. There are no vampires, no wizards, no magic. But for some amazing reason- Suzanne Collins took reality and actully made it exciting. There are no boring parts. Each chapter ends at a place where you simply HAVE to read one more. I read this book in less than 1 day... I had to sleep between reading it, so if I never stopped for breaks it might have been 4 hours. Simply CANNOT WAIT to read Catching Fire- and you won't be able to wait either. JUST ORDER IT NOW!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IKIAOXPFEW05?ASIN=0439023521	OMG - I LOVED this book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was one of the best reads I've picked up! There was sooo much suspense and I was gripped until the end. The beginning took off a little funny, and the way Collins writes was a bit weird at first. But then I got used to it and WOW, what a read!<br/><br/>I am definitely going to read the sequel and have high hopes that it will be just as amazing. Also looking forward to the movie now!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZJE7RBHV5G1U?ASIN=0439023521	Suprised how quick I got hooked	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book after seeing the excitement about the movie coming out next year. I first read about the plot and was really worried, but once I started reading, I always couldn't wait to pick it back up. I think there are enough reviews on here to go into all the details if you want more, but overall I never got bored and finishing the first book left me running to buy the second.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3L7C5H5OD5ZGY?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games trilogy is amazing. Strong, real characters, interesting and captivating plot makes this a series you will not want to put down! Collins' writing style is fantastic, pulling in the reader from the very beginning and creating a world that could be very real and possible. I truly enjoyed this series and encourage anyone looking for a new favorite book to pick this up!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RS5IVF1BJRUBF?ASIN=0439023521	Quick Entertaining read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed reading the Hunger Games. I had several friends who recommended the book. It is a very quick read! I read it in about 4 hours on a Sunday morning / afternoon. Good book for an entertaining read which doesn't require a lot of thought. No major subplots or tons of characters. It's definitely meant for a young reader (pre-teen to teen) but it's enjoyable for all ages!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35BXP216RV9Q7?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games- Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was gifted to me by my sister-in-law who tends to like books that I find not very entertaining however this book kept me reading and reading. I read it in just about 2 days with working 14 hour days I( stayed up just to read this book).<br/>This was a mix of styles and I really enjoyed it. I wont go into the plot or a character break down to keep it short and to the point.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RP0ZEEWVUIZMQ?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Thoroughly enjoyed this book. Highly recommend it to anyone who loves a great book. Some others I love for comparison (although they are very different in terms of content): The Help, Kite Runner (after first 20 pages!), The Blue Bistro, Three Cups of Tea, A Thousand Splendid Suns, Room, all the silly Something Borrowed, etc books, some of the Shopaholic books, Memoirs of a Geisha.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3EU35MW0TVWUY?ASIN=0439023521	Simply Perfect	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's the perfect balance of everything. It goes from happy to sad in moments. It is great for anyone looking for a good book. Katniss and Peeta sound to be the cutess unexpected couple. From health, hardships, and worry they are all perfect just like the book. If it were me being Katniss I wouldn't mind living in district twelve. Peeta is so hot, too. Can't wait to see the movies.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZIEYSQIN321F?ASIN=0439023521	Great little read, couldn't stop myself!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As a fan of Enders Game, I was hopeful that this trilogy would stand up well to similar works of science fiction, and I was definitely not disappointed. While certainly not light in subject matter, and with some areas where the heroine's ""choices"" and reasoning rang a bit on the annoying side (a little Bella from Meyers work); overall it was an enjoyable, tension packed adventure.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RE50I5LTHUQKS?ASIN=0439023521	if only	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a riveting and easy read! It had memorable and loveable characters that really draw you into the action and make you feel as though you are emotionally connected, rooting for the underdog! The only reason I didn't give it five stars is because the style it was written in was...juvenile. It was a little too easy of a read but that definitely didn't stop me from loving it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBWGW1H1I9IJO?ASIN=0439023521	you people think your all fancy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">all you people judging by reviews of book STOP half of the bad reviews in this book are people trying to act as if their so knowledgeable about books. thinking that if they go against the world on reviews about this thinking they will be like a critic ok. its a great book a true adventure and a raw thrilling page turner. If YOU WANT A good book read the whole seris its great!!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TEOO0E2BN3I4?ASIN=0439023521	Fascinating Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought this book for my 11-year-old daughter, who tore through it in a few days.  Then she wanted me to read it so we could talk about it.  I did so and was pleasantly surprised at what an exciting, enjoyable book this was.  No wonder it is so popular!  I read it in one sitting -- quick read, interesting story, great action, and a herione your really care about.  Five stars.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTW2OQMAVHEII?ASIN=0439023521	Not just for kids	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was originally turned off about the subject matter in this book,  but decided to read it after reading an interview with the author and learning what she wanted to achieve with the books. I am now on book three of the trilogy and am eing so many parallels to events in today's world. I'm in my 70's and consider this series worthwhile reading for adults as well as teenagers.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7RT9AO93ZTZ8?ASIN=0439023521	Great Great Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I truly loved this book, enjoyed it from the beginning to the end. Collins' trilogy exceeded my expectations. I would recommend this book the general public. Thanks Collins for a great novel, I couldn't put it down. When I did put this book down, I couldn't stop thinking of what will happen next with Katniss and the challenges ahead. Overall, best book I've read in a while.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5X3ZBMQ4A98P?ASIN=0439023521	Love, love, love this book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">No spoilers here! :) The author does a wonderful job of enveloping you into her world. There's a little more than a hint of sci-fi to it, and you can really believe and picture what's going on around the characters. If you love strong female protagonists and a bit of sci-fi, you will LOVE this book!! The best part? There are 2 more to follow. Buy this book, you'll love it!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RU88DI1B598UV?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games! Buy buy buy!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is absolutely amazing. I could not put it down. Same with the second books Catching Fire and Mockingjay. They're extremely captivating. You get pulled into them and are never truly aleto let go. I also can't wait for the movies! These books are a must read! Buy them! They're SO worth the money. You'll be in love by the time you open the book for the first time.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBRU4SJI5U8T5?ASIN=0439023521	I LOVE THE HUNGER GAMES	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I decided to read this book to see what all the hype was about. I already had my mind made up that this book wasn't about anything I would enjoy reading about, and figured I wouldn't be able to stay interested in it. I LOVED this book and the following two books. I even went to see the movie not long after finishing all the books. I hope you enjoy them as much as I did!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GPDS1PFK6NKB?ASIN=0439023521	This is a great book, a real fast read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a really good buy, if you like reading this will fit you like a glove. It is the first book in the 3 book series, it's a really great series. Amazon has all the books and I have bought and read each. I can tell you that you will like this book and the two that follow and that they are fast reads. You will not want to stop once you start, good book promise!  Jeff</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DBUKX2M5EXYN?ASIN=0439023521	Could NOT put this book dowm	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">From that last sentence in chapter one to the very last page there were twists amd turns played by both the sadistic capital game holders to the intricate wit from the 16 year old girl who changed the fate of so many and gave even more hope this book was by far one of the best i've read. The creativity of Suzanne Collins is so intreguing you dont want the story to end.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3I2ELYN2UUP1C?ASIN=0439023521	Solid, Quick Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">""The Hunger Games"" is over before you know it - which is great for all of you who want to read it before the movie comes out in a couple of days. Not only is the length suitable for a one day read but the content pushes you forward. Ms. Collins is a master of suspense and there are great, great underlying tones throughout the books that warrant second and third reads.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8FQS8AEMRHLY?ASIN=0439023521	Entertaining read lacking surprises	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">""The Hunger Games"" is a wonderfully written tale set in the future where children are pitted against each other in gladiatorial like games. At face value, the book, which is a highly entertaining read, seems destined to become a classic. The author does an amazing job conveying the main character's thoughts and emotions as she is thrown through one terrible ordeal after another.<br/><br/>The problem with the book is that the storyline did not end with any major surprises. I kept waiting for a plot twist that never occurred. The storyline ended almost exactly where I thought it would. Worse, the ending was abrupt and incomplete. That said, the book is part of a series, and presumably the storyline is not over. I was also dissatisfied that the book did not provide me with any deeper insight into humanity nor did it force me to look at the world differently. If there was a moral or point to the story I failed to understand it.<br/><br/>To summarize, the author of the book did everything right. Perhaps that is the problem with the book. Because the author did everything right, the story feels too synthetic, too manufactured.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2S7EL7HZ436O8?ASIN=0439023521	Just read it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">First of all I have to say that I usually don't like dystopias or books for ""older teenagers"" or books about competitions to the death. This book has all three aspects but I couldn't stop reading. Katniss's first-person view really drew me in and I just had to find out how it all works out for her.<br/>Very well written, great story, interesting underlying subject.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RHFTU9EA7JTH?ASIN=0439023521	before all the hype	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i read these books long before i knew they would be movies and i thought that all of them were great!!! They  make you become emotionally invested with the characters involved i am ready for the movies although i am sure they will not be as good as the books. Young or old if you like the idea of the book then you will most likely fall in love with all of these books</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXBRHENWOV6JF?ASIN=0439023521	Can't put it down!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was one of those novels that you can't put down no matter what else you have to do with your life! This is a great dystopia novel, although yes at times it has very teen-like romance problems. However, I would definitely classify some of the themes as adult-like and wouldn't necessarily expect to see this novel being read in middle- or highschools anytime soon.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MSCNR3WTGNGS?ASIN=0439023521	Spellbinding Tale of Fantasy Wills You Into the Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book had me at the end of the first few pages.  Could not put it down, and felt there was some frighteningly real possibilities as we lose more and more Constitutional freedoms every day. Suzanne Collins kept me turning the pages and even when I thought I'd figured out the spin, was surprised and left contemplative at the end of this first book in the trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLY15TRW4N62U?ASIN=0439023521	Even my Husband read it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved this book!  It kept my interest fully and I didn't want to put it down, always wanting to find out what was coming next.  Even my husband, who I have ever only seen read 1 other book for pleasure, couldn't put it down.  We are now on to ""Catching Fire"" and can't wait for the movie to come out, hopefully not too much is lost when they put it on the big screen.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21V31PSVTTVKC?ASIN=0439023521	Great book, not just for teens	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is not my usual genre, and it's been decades since I was a young adult, but I really enjoyed this book (borrowed during my free month of Prime included with my new Kindle Fire), and I plan to buy the rest of the trilogy. It was hard to put this book down! While the main characters are teens, this is a great book for middle grades high readers through adult.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6YEPNFANVHCS?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing !	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins brings you into the land of the ""Hunger Games"" with so much power that you never want to leave.  I couldn't put the book down, then when I was finished, I wanted more.  This is such an exciting book with anger, compassion, love, and brutal murder all rolled into one.  I can't wait to read the rest of the trilogy, ""Catching Fire"" and ""Mocking Jay"".</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Q6RS48XPP9FD?ASIN=0439023521	What's the fuss?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I just don't get all the high ratings and glowing remarks about this book.  I found the story very shallow and single-threaded.  The context is a brutal futuristic world served by oppressive government.  But that is not a new idea. The book is about a survival contest, but that is not a new idea either.  Hmmm?  Where did she get that idea?  And that is about it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2P5B4LFV2XZ79?ASIN=0439023521	GREAT READ..	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book in less than a day.. I was hooked from the 1st chapter.. It's an easy read.. I loved the characters.. I was more than interested the entire book.. I purchased the 2nd and 3rd that same day.. I've recommended this to all the people I work with and it's gone viral through the hospital.. I even recommend it to my patients..<br/><br/>5 stars!!<br/><br/>Emily P.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMPZWPKCBF598?ASIN=0439023521	Enjoyable	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's been a minute since I sat down to a book, time doesn't permit, and am glad it was this series.<br/><br/>Book one was nice and couldn't help but think of movies like Terminator, Running Man and 5th element.<br/><br/>Flipped through it on an airplane ride from Miami to LA and nearly finished book 2 on the flight back.<br/><br/>Get the trilogy and enjoy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2523K9DCMG0JN?ASIN=0439023521	A good read!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was surprised at how much I enjoyed this book.  Since it's considered a young adults book, I thought it would feel too young for me.  One of my co-workers, suggested it to me, and I picked it up somewhat reluctantly.  It really is a good story, and I will read the next two in the trilogy very soon.  Overall, I give this a thumbs up and definitely recommend it.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29AV6AJ5VRBT1?ASIN=0439023521	None	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book series were the best books i have ever read in my intire life. the way suzanne collins captured the way katniss' life was absolutely brilliant. plus the way she mixed love and battleing for their lives was amazing. i look forward to the second movie (cathing fire) which will come out in 2013 i believe.<br/>  - and may the odds be ever in your favor</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13RAASHXONMU1?ASIN=0439023521	Predicable	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought this book on my Kindle because of all the hype over the movie and some positive reviews I had read.  But when I got into the book, I found the plot simple and the characters not really developed all that well.  I can see how this book would appeal to a young pre-teen girl, but not for mature readers.  I thought it was just a waste of time and money.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4UCR6IBVVNYD?ASIN=0439023521	Four Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">good series</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDKUWHQHJXLXJ?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a must read for anyone who enjoys a good heart thumping adventure! Although the concept of the story can be a gruesome and hard to accept at times, it meets all the criteria for a good book. It has moral conflict, good versus evil, and a little romance too. The Hunger Games have forced my teens to put down their video games and pick up books again!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TPQP1Y3LW37M?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a book and story for teens.  It has a mild love story, with no sexuality.  However, the idea of a government using children to fight to the death, was  quite disturbing.  I feel the reason it is so popular is because it stresses mans constant search to make a better situation out of an impossible one.  I will not be buying the rest of the trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RW5EXUIZ2DIYS?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'd seen this book so many times on the best sellers list and heard a lot of people talking about it but wasn't interested in reading it. I judged this book by it's cover haha! When it had went on sale and I was looking for some good books, I finally decided to give it a try and I loved it! It's aimed at teens but I thoroughly enjoyed it at 25 years old.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROLCZ6ID9DH59?ASIN=0439023521	What if it really happens in the future?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger games are more than fiction. They represent a possible view of the world a possible scenario and maybe that's why they became popular. A stark reminder of close situations like what is happening in some parts of Africa or in North Korea. When you are forced to do things you don't want to and pushed to be a person you never wished. Great read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34AXRAN5AJ2UO?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins is an amazing book and a must read for everyone! The one thing i didnt like was what Peeta said to Caesar Flickerman by the interview about Katniss. I especially like how its written in the present tense. The second and third books are equally amazigng. I read all 3 in less than 24 hours, I just could not put it down.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RWRU2K9CIBLA?ASIN=0439023521	Compelling read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this YA book after it was recommended by a friend who had read it for a book club.  I didn't expect to get so caught up in the story, ended up reading the entire trilogy.  This copy I bought for my daughter for Christmas because I knew she would love it, too, in spite of being 28 years old.  Very well written, great lessons, and hard to put down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LWYDN0WIZB07?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I highly recommend this series.  This book was amazing.  You follow the main character, the heroine, Katniss, through all the struggles she goes through.  From being reaped for the Hunger Games to trying to figure out who to trust.  I'm not all that good at writing reviews out but this is one amazing series.  I could hardly put any of the three down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JUDPV9PUT29R?ASIN=0439023521	riveting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I got this book series as a gift.  I wasn't sure what I was in for.  I completed this first book in less than a day!  From page 1, I was hooked.  It's got all of the characteristics I look for in a good book; Realistic characters, an interesting setting, and lots of action and suspense...without too much visual gore.  I recommend it to everyone I know.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCTRCKRSR6A8I?ASIN=0439023521	Had to read again.....	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">With the next movie about to be released I had to revisit the Hunger Games, and I am so happy I did. Now I'm going to read book 2 because I can! If you haven't read this book your either from another planet or have been stranded on a deserted island. Well now that you are back on earth, buy this book or rent this book because it is a fantastic read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3U7RX7Y3D4JVG?ASIN=0439023521	Great book; terrible audiobook	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The trilogy is amazing; no question. As an adult reader, I'm sure I take different things from it than my kids did when they read it. I'm sure when they re-read it in 10 years, it'll be a completely new experience for them. I'm also sure that if it isn't taught in high school and college yet, it soon will be. It is definitely one of my all-time favorite books!<br/>That said, the audiobook is jarringly bad. The narrator is a well-educated middle-aged woman with a hyper-enunciated accent. She doesn't for a minute sound like a semi-feral Appalachian teenager. I was so glad I'd read the book before listening to the audiobook - my take on the story would have been completely different, listening to Katniss narrate in a Capitol accent.<br/>It's a pity - my family loves audiobooks on long car drives, and I was really excited that the Hunger Games trilogy would give us a break from Harry Potter and Neil Gaiman - arguably the best family audiobooks out there!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VU6TWXUJBMCS?ASIN=0439023521	Book is Suspenseful and Entertaining !	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I first noticed this book when I saw many students (primarily Middle School) reading this book as part of their class assignment.  Similar to reading the Harry Potter series, they seem to enjoy the story and discuss the book passionately.  That is one aspect of the book that I noticed: it engages discussion.<br/><br/>After reading the book, it reminds me of a futuristic version of ""Survivor"" with the losers being permanently sent ""home"".<br/><br/>I look forward to reading the next two books in the series.  As an author, I want to learn and use different writing styles and techniques.  Similar to John Grisham, the author of the book, ""The Hunger Games"", knows and understands how to keep the reader in suspense.  Also, her chapters are about 10 pages long which make reading and understanding this book a simple task.<br/><br/>JR Felisilda<br/>Author of the book, ""Nanay: Lessons From a Mother""</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R148CONWXHWXHS?ASIN=0439023521	AWESOME!!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is so great I read the whole series in two days.  It's a must read.  And like Jennifer Lawrence says we don't drink blood(twilight) that's sick.  Its nothing like twilight. Its a book for all ages.very entertaining.  Yes theres sides like who katniss really likes but it's not just about love.  It's about rebelling and the struggles the caracters are going threw.  It's not repeat not the importance of having a boyfriend.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YW51741T385E?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Let the Hunger Games begin!  My husband and I both listened to this... it kept us wanting more.  Eager to listen to the next two books in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GY5W5DP9LFR9?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING!!!!!!!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a famnomicle book that Changed the ways of reading forever. I didn't put it down for a second litterally I didn't sleep till late and i sleep with the book in my hands. I am very creative but I could never write this kind of book. I didn't stop till I finished the series and than I didn't know what else to read. It stole my heart and my sence of adventure.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NVD3FGNVGJH5?ASIN=0439023521	Fast-paced, exciting and the author gets straight to the point!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is an excellent book. It's one of those rare books, where when you starting approaching the end, you wish there was more for you to read and are sadden it will soon be over!<br/><br/>This book is a page turner. It was hard for me to put down. I finished this book in record time!<br/><br/>The author uses simple language that most age groups will understand with ease. She gets to the point. Doesn't need 300 pages for character building. We jump from scene to scene in the book fast and swiftly...love it! You don't get a  chance to loose interest or yawn. It's a page turner and you'll want more!<br/><br/>I hope the movie does the book justice.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RH76BNLXA7U00?ASIN=0439023521	I can finally get some sleep!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I caved and read The Hunger Games Trilogy.  They are very well written! I read all three in two days (youth fiction, so they are easy reading)and can finally return to real life (and sleep).  EXTREMELY ADDICTING!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2EWRDFB613CFA?ASIN=0439023521	Richly Imagined, Extreme Brave New World Combines Ancient and Modern Ideas to Provide Great Source Material for Upcoming Movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book!  Author Suzanne Collins combines a futuristic sci-fi setting with an interesting page-turner plot which really moves to offer reading pleasure well into the night. Her novel creates a unique, richly imagined stunning fantasy world. It's a survival tale which takes place in a scientifically engineered arena of enormous proportions into which twenty- four young people aged 12-18 are placed to serve as tributes. These ""losers""  are the ""winners"" of random selections held in their provinces along with occasional volunteers. While twenty four must compete to survive, the survival odds are extreme since the rules determine only a single victor will emerge to survive the ordeal.<br/><br/>  The building blocks the author uses to create her futuristic ( and horrific) world include ideas clearly rooted in ancient traditions: spectator sports held in arenas, Olympic competitions between city-states,  people offered up as tributes to conquering nations by vanquished nations, and gladiators who survive only by winning fights to the death . Another recognizable literary theme Collins adapts is that of human prey evading and escaping human hunters. Collins makes her imaginary brave new world unique by combining these recognizable elements derived from the past with modern concepts of control:genetic engineering, environmental engineering and technical monitoring.<br/><br/>  The extreme survival ordeal brings out the very best and the worst in human nature. Amidst all the horror and bloodshed,  Collins creates several very likable and very human characters who respond by revealing some wonderful character traits. This  maintains our interest and makes us keep on reading to learn their fates. The Hunger Games movie is due for release later this month, with some trailers already out there. This is a unique, interesting, and creative book which provides great source material for the film. I'm eager to see how the movie director cast the characters and the staged  the special effect of scenes with great cinematic potential: the fiery chariot entrance,the competitors' multiple carefully crafted designer costumes, the arena's genetically modified animals, and the arena's evening reports projected into the night sky to memorialize the fallen and to update the surviving competitors.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GZL2LVUZ9GW9?ASIN=0439023521	Good, egaging read with some minor annoyances	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I first heard about The Hunger Games through the book section of the Globe &amp; Mail here in Canada, which had a blurb given by Stephen King across a prominent ad. I didn't rush out to read the book though, just put it on my wish list and left it at that. Then, I saw the trailer for the film adaptation starring Jennifer Lawrence and Woody Harrelson, and that's when I realized I needed to get it over with and read this book. But after years of procrastination on my part and ceaseless hype on the part of those who published it, did it live up to my expectations?<br/><br/>Set sometime in the future, civilization as we know has collapsed and in its place a new power structure has risen in Panem (what used to be North America), presiding over twelve colonies that all serve the Capitol. There used to be thirteen, but one city was destroyed during a civil war, and serves as a cautionary tale to the remaining twelve. Since peace was reestablished, an annual event airs on television. It's called the Hunger Games. Think of it as a macabre cross between American Idol and Stephen King's Running Man. And our protagonist, Katniss, a sixteen-year-old girl has just volunteered to enter, thus sparing her twelve-year-old sister from having to compete.<br/><br/>Each of the twelve colonies randomly select one boy and one girl, between the ages of twelve and eighteen. After being whisked from their homes to the Capitol, they are lavished with every luxury imaginable during their training until they are all thrust into a remote landscape and forced to fight each other to the death until only one remains. Sounds like good watchin'. And it better be, because it's compulsory viewing for the colonists, as a reminder that rebellion will only serve to kill all their sons and daughters.<br/><br/>For Katniss, the ideals of surviving to bring honor and glory, however fleeting, back home are a distant second to her longing to spare her mother and sister from seeing her weak and scared. She's spent much of her life providing for them in the wake of her father's death in a coal mine, and has become resilient and calloused in the process. In fact, aside from the selfless act of replacing her sister after the random drawing, Katniss isn't a terribly likable character. She's resentful towards her mother who had a mental breakdown after her Dad died, and is self-centered to a degree that's really irritating. Granted, her living conditions don't exactly lend themselves to a happy-go-lucky adolescence.<br/><br/>The first half of the book spends time establishing who Katniss is and how she sees those around her, as she's plucked from her life and introduced to an Oz-like world in the Capitol. Peeta, the baker's son, is the other teen chosen to compete, and together they try to maneuver their way through ridiculous protocol and the stacked odds against them in training. As well, Katniss must weight how much she can trust Peeta once the games begin, because only one can be declared winner, and her paranoia has her questioning not only his every move, but her own as well. The second half of the book is all about the Hunger Games, when she, Peeta, and the twenty-two other teens are sent into the arena to fight. Here, things are really turned on their head, as Katniss finally realizes her hunting skills are the only thing that's going to keep her alive, namely her prowess with a bow and arrow. Unfortunately, the weapons are laid out as bait at the start of the games to encourage immediate confrontation, so Katniss has to settle for grabbing what supplies she can and hiding in the forest before one of the others kills her.<br/><br/>The book is exciting for nearly the entire way through, with each chapter offering enough suspense and cliffhangers to make you keep turning pages. There are some aggravating aspects to the book, though. One of the big problems I had with the book was Katniss' evasion of killing others to survive. It seemed at nearly every turn, when her hand was forced and she had to defend herself, there was some kind of godhand stepping in to take care of the killing for her. I don't want to go into detail more than that, as that's spoiler enough I'm sure, but when other competitors are getting blood on their hands, Katniss seems to be surviving less by skill than by sheer luck. Another facet of the Hunger Games I didn't like was the idea of sponsors in the Capitol airdropping supplies to competitors at certain times during the games. Since Katniss and everyone else are being filmed by hidden cameras and tracking devices, their performances are used to garner sponsors for things like food or medicine or whatever the case may be. For Katniss, the little items that parachute their way were literal deus ex machina. Things are at their worst? Don't worry, here's that thing you desperately need and would otherwise die without it.<br/><br/>That much I can ignore, but for me, the ending was just awful. This, I can't spoil, so sufficed to say there is something that happens towards the end of the Hunger Games that comes out of nowhere and just derails the whole story for me. And then--and I don't think I'm spoiling anything since this is the first book in a trilogy--after Katniss gets out of the Games, there is further annoyance to the ""after show"" and her attitudes towards other characters when things had settled down. I'm still looking forward to reading the second book, Catching Fire, but only because I'm hoping Suzanne Collins' plans for this story make up for the loose strings left in this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27ZSR4I51WFV?ASIN=0439023521	Overrated	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What Harry Potter did to Tolkien and what Twilight did to Stoker, The Hunger Games does to post-apocalyptic science fiction. That is, treat it as a setting for adolescent romance with pedestrian and formulaic prose. All that said, it IS a decent children's book.<br/><br/>It's not a terrible book; I'm not saying that.  But it IS being lauded well beyond its station.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25EOG66PPUK2F?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Absolutely amazing. Like so many other readers, I was not able to put this book down once I picked it up. In fact, I have read the entire trilogy three times in three days now. This is by far my new favorite, Game of Thrones is #2 on my shelf now as much as I love it! I can not WAIT to see how the movie is!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IDEKTRRIOSQI?ASIN=0439023521	For a book marketed for and written from a teenage girl's perspective it's good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is pretty good , only lacking in actual adult language , malice, and very conservative sexually as opposed to the reality of teenagers and sex given the amount of teen pregnancy in this country; and given this is the post apocalypse without birth control, it would be a seemingly a bigger issue. It's a new take on the post-apocalypse, and reconstruction thereafter. The first book is good as a stand-alone read ,But when made into a trilogy the plot takes a nose-dive and the writing kind of craps out .</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33HZ454JJTUDS?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have heard such rave reviews about this novel that I am looking forward to listening to the entire audio series.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RI34CVTK6AY10?ASIN=0439023521	Captured me until its last page.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This novel is unlike any I have ever read. It had me ensnared from beginning to end with my heart in my throat at the suspense. I love books that take you to scary places and doesn't shy away from making you care for a character only to run the risk of losing them.<br/><br/>Katniss Everdeen is a 16 year old girl living in a futuristic country known as Panem, which rose from the ashes of what was once North America. Panem is divided into 12 districts, each unique for its natural resources or local specialty. The districts surround a capitol city that is home to the Hunger Games, an annual contest where 12 to 18 year old boys and girls fight each other to the death on national TV.<br/><br/>When the name of Katniss' little sister, Prim, is pulled from the thousands of names eligible to compete in the games, Katniss immediately volunteers to go in her place. Thus begins a harrowing experience for Katniss as she is sent to the capitol to unwillingly participate in a blood-thirsty spectacle that can result in her death. The purpose of the Hunger Games is to keep the districts in line and serve as a reminder that the capital has total control over the lives of its people. The districts live in perpetual fear of the governing body which uses terror, and starvation as tactics to keep its people in line.<br/><br/>From beginning to end the suspense never lets up. It keeps building and building until only a few contestants are left and until the very end you wonder if Katniss will win. There were plot twists I never saw coming, tragedy I couldn't wrap my mind around, and a fascinating world that would remind you of Star Wars. I loved this book from beginning to end and I am looking forward to the sequel.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RY9MH1Q7H2X0B?ASIN=0439023521	I have read it 12 times an I'm still in love with it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the best series I have ever read.  I have read Harry Potter, Twilight, and The Overlander series, but this book is 1,000,000 times better then all of those combined.  The mix of the bloody action scenes and the romance made me stay up for hours every night reading this series.  Best books I have ever read!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19WK86Z0HTO6M?ASIN=0439023521	Good 'read'.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've only just started listening to The Hunger Games and I'm enjoying it. The setting is intriging and I've been drawn into the story very quickly. The narrator is excellent. I'd recommend this cd book to anybody who enjoys a good 'read'. The positive reviews I read on this site were completely accurate.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QRF7NPFZBJRT?ASIN=0439023521	First Collins book I've read ever!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Ok, so I have the hardcover version of this.  I am not normally a sci-fi or fantasy fan, but I absolutely LOVED this book.  I almost could not put it down!!!  I read a ton, and this kept me interested the entire time.  I'm not sure what else to say except if you buy this book you will like it!!  Unless you are a bore that is. LOL ..  Great book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NWWB85JM058R?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for More	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was great. I started reading it when my daughter was doing a book report on it and decided to quiz her after she was finished reading it. I have finished the series and realized this book was my favorite of the 3. The Author did a wonderful job of keeping you wanting more. Honey Badger gave this 4 stars and said it was pretty bad ass.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14OTRU9A78OA3?ASIN=0439023521	Highly Recommend This Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not stop reading this book.  If you want to spend an afternoon getting lost in a book this is it!  I wanted to read the book to see if I would be interested in the movie coming out in March.  I loved it so much I went out and bought the next 2 books in the trilogy and finished all 3 in less than 48 hours.  I Recommend the entire series!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ED7HF1756G2X?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games vs Battle Royale	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Probably my biggest pet peeve is people who refuse to read the series because they have read Battle Royale  by Koushun Takami.  I've read both The Hunger Game series and Battle Roayle. Besides the fact they both share the idea that children are forced to fight each other to the death the books couldn't be more different.<br/><br/>For those people out there claiming that Suzanne Collins ripped off Battle Royale maybe you should remember Takami claims that The Long Walk, The Running Man and Lord of the Flies influenced Battle Royale.  Authors use other novels to help build and shape the world they want to create.  I believe any great novelist has done it.<br/><br/>Battle Royale focuses mainly on the killing (and they are horrific) and the killing arena while The Hunger Game series creates and fleshes out a brand new society and governmental structure.  In The Hunger Games the games were used a method of entertainment and punishment over their citizens while Battle Royale used it mainly as a method to curb and control the youth from uprising.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGOQK9CLW7D71?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games first Kindel DL	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I recently downloaded the Hunger Games onto my smart phone through a Kindle app. It was great. I was taking a long train ride and realized I had forgotten my book. Through Amazon I was able to download the Hunger Games almost instantly and begin reading it. It was so easy and fast. I highly recommend using Kindle and reading The Hunger Games.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R135H0EBFIA9TJ?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Overall a very well written book.  I felt that the ending was less than desirable. I guess I was just looking for closure between the continually twisting plot to have the last few chapters set you up for round two.  I am glad that I read this book and I would recommend it to anyone looking for a good read.  I wont be catching fire though.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Y4WSAVEAX4KI?ASIN=0439023521	Good Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed the book.  It was interesting enough to keep me up late at night reading.<br/><br/>Wanted more of<br/>Katniss and Gale's romantic link....got so little of it.<br/>Hyamitch background....a few flashbacks to his time in the arena would have been nice<br/>Arena fighting details....little more gore<br/><br/>Maybe these things will come out in book two.......</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPLKA5ND1PUK?ASIN=0439023521	So good, read it twice!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had no idea that I would ever be into ""Young Adult"" literature, especially with all of the comparisons that this series got to Twilight which I know I have no interest in, but I decided to give the Hunger Games a shot.<br/><br/>I was not disappointed.  I read all 3 books twice because I enjoyed them that much.<br/><br/>I'd recommend to anyone, any age.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OQ6618GJUTAX?ASIN=0439023521	Vastly overrated for adult readers	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">While the story is fast-paced and loaded with action, it lacks real character development and depth of plot.  Clearly this is a story for young readers.  It reminded me of A Wrinkle in Time which is a youth novel.  I'm afraid I don't see the appeal to adult audiences, nor can I look forward to the continuing adventures of Catniss et al.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OLUTQ67E07NQ?ASIN=0439023521	Grammatical Flotsam and Jetsam	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm a big fan of ""Survivor"" so I hardly had to read any of the back flap of THE HUNGER GAMES before I was hooked. 24 kids in a fight to the death on live TV sounds gruesome, and it was, but it was also intriguing. I was in Katniss Everdeen's head from the beginning; I felt her desperation and I understood the misery of her life in a future North America that requires adolescent participation in these annual games. Yet I enjoyed her clever survivor skills, her strategies and the little self-discoveries she made along the way. This is a YA book that adults will be just as keen for as kids, though some of the shocking and dreadful parts may be too much for some. My only criticism is that the editor dropped the ball on catching typos, poor sentence structure and fragments. I can take a few fragments now and then when they fit the flow of the story, but sometimes the author, Suzanne Collins, pulled me right out of the action and slapped me with grammatical flotsam and jetsam. Still, it was an excellent read.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1AGFAFGAH9ROC?ASIN=0439023521	the hunger games is amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book is amazing it goes into detail never leaves the reader confused it has the right amount of suspens action and reality if you want a real page turner this is the book for you i read alot of books some are  : ) some are : ( but this book was<br/>O<br/>  )<br/>O  this is an amazing book my and for its price it is a steal!!!!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TQ3LWB6SR5O6?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I first read the sample, I was skeptical, but when I brought it for my kindle, I spent 85% of my free time reading it. Soon I was itching to get my hands on the next book in the series, so of course I brought it that very same day! Now that I'm reading Catching Fire, I can't put down the series! I hope Mocking Jay is just as good.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8BMDXA227IHY?ASIN=0439023521	AWESOME!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">THIS IS THE BEST BOOK IN THE HISTORY OF THE WORLDS BOOKS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I have already read the hunger games and catching fire but i am just starting to read mockingjay... I advise that you DO READ THIS BOOK!!!!!! AGAIN THIS IS THE BEST BOOK I HAVE READ IN MY LIFE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8XYML01KPW7?ASIN=0439023521	Great story!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm in my 50's, so reading a book that is targeted primarily to young adults was not something that I planned.  I started reading out of curiousity because i had seen the movie previews and it looked very interesting.  Ok, I ended up reading all three books in less than two days!  Fantastic read and amazing story is all I can say now!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RKYIW93VUO3T?ASIN=0439023521	simply amazing...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is wonderful. You can't stop once you start. It's definitely a thought-provoking book. Even a few days after I finished reading it, I just couldn't stop thinking about it. The entire trilogy is a must-read. I will be reading this book (and the other two) over and over again. Absolutely the best $5 you will spend on a book!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KHVEBR14E692?ASIN=0439023521	A real page turner!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">none stop action, deadly choices. one girl who promises her younger sister she will return home to district 12. this book will grab your attiontion and wont let you go. as katniss has been chosen to play in tthe hunger games forced to fight 24 teenagers to the death. will she do it or will she die in the arena to the hands of a foe.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BNLEMUEXBCVU?ASIN=0439023521	Best seller that I had to read...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I got to read this as my first free book with my Amazon Prime trial membership.  My daughter read the trilogy and raved about how good they were and I wanted something to discuss with her so I read the first book.  I really enjoyed it.  Had to borrow the other two books from my daughter in hard cover so I could read them for free...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24QFF28KPB588?ASIN=0439023521	Battle Royale	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book but it also reminds me of my favorite asian movie battle royale the plot is a tiny bit different but if you like Hunger Games you should deffinitly watch battle royale. Hunger Games is the best book i read this year and i cant wait for part 2 to hit the kindle i will be buying it the first day one-click thank you.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SEWZXOBOY4LM?ASIN=0439023521	BEST. BOOK. EVER.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was THE MOST exhilarating book I have ever read. I was immersed, could never put the book down for a second. I think that this book really pushes you in and makes you want to KEEP READING. Suzanne Collins really gets into detail the gore of The Hunger Games and Katniss' life. I recommend this book to... well... EVERYONE.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37NT8W2RO59XE?ASIN=0439023521	attention getter	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">hunger games was suggested as a great read by my daughter and grandaughter, great suggestion!! Whats nice is that I hunger<br/>for the time when I can relax at the end of the day and read this book and the convenience of my kindle while reading.<br/>Three generations of us like this book, what else could I say. thank you amazon.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CWTFYBG2HAVX?ASIN=0439023521	the next twilight!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Even though it has nothing to do with vampires or that sort, i think its MUCH better than twilight. The Hunger Games is full of love, adventure, suspense, and characters that are hard not to love. I fell in love with this book from the first chapter! I could not put the book down! I think pretty much anyone would love this series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MRZR2N2O85Q5?ASIN=0439023521	Love all 3 books!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Do yourself a favor and read these books! Both young and the umm well not so young can enjoy these wounderful books. With charecters that you connect with from the start you cannot help falling into another world umtil you finish all 3 books. I cannot stress enough how much I love love love these books. Thamk you Suzanne Collins!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ODBDI2UG78PT?ASIN=0439023521	Great for young adults and old ones too!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As a teacher, I'm always looking for new material to share with my teen students.  Suzanne Collins's novel The Hunger Games is not only a superb book for teens but also a rare and exciting read for adults.  Her characters are believable and admirable, her plot exciting and unpredictable, and her prose enjoyable and insightful.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34CHMRG5O04A7?ASIN=0439023521	Addicting, I say!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If only half stars were real...I wanted to give this book 4.5 stars. It was an exciting read and kept me reading way past what should have been my bed time. It's an excellent and unbelievably gripping book!<br/><br/>However, some of the elements felt to contrived, and for that, I could not give an otherwise enthralling book five stars</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17OF0WWHHLL8J?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't stop reading it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved this book from the beginning, but didn't think I would. It was a friends recommendation. I'm well into the second book now, and loving the trilogy so far.  It starts rather quickly and you won't want to put it down.  The only complaint I had about the book was the abrupt end, but it seems to be seamed up in the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2V08D5ZAXR3ON?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games is the best book ever!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Truly heart breaking and thrilling, I couldn't put this book down or the other 2 in the trilogy!!! If only she could write me some more it would be  amazing! I was heart broken when I finished them. This book made my hear bleed for the characters and kept me guessing right to the end. It's true meaning is a warning too us all!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IC9YM0AR8ATR?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Found it distasteful and hope the world never comes to this.  The fact that someone, even children, would be sacrificed just to get something to eat for their family is very upsetting, to say the least.  Reminds me of the Gladiator times, or even feeding Christians to the lions!  I had to put it down, rather than glorify it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RETMT3X7EJ18B?ASIN=0439023521	Ate this one up	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I finished this book in 2 days. I just couldn't put the thing down! It was a very different story line than anything I have read before.  It is so hard to find decent books these days, but this was clean enough that I could let me daughter read it.  She also loved it and we are anxiously awaiting the arrival of the 3rd book.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYWCGMUUHVDEV?ASIN=0439023521	Trash	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A mistake to even start to read the  awful thing. The it was more trash than I like to read</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RPS0EWO4DLD8?ASIN=0439023521	Great book! Listen to everyone else & read it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was hesitant to read this book because my friend is a middle school teacher and explained was written for about that age group. At first it's a bit confusing however a few chapters in I was hooked. If you are thinking about reading this book DO IT! It's absolutely going to be a classic , I cannot wait to read the 2nd one.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4FZETPUX1SW?ASIN=0439023521	Battle Royale Meets Judy Blume	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If someone asked Judy Blume to take the screenplay from Battle Royale and novelize it, this is what you would get.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UVY515IRH8IS?ASIN=0439023521	If not read, read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Collins is absolutely brilliant in this book! Im a teenager, and I just read these books, they are amazing! They are not just for teens though, I know adults who read them too. If you are thinking about it, and cant decide I would definitely buy them. Really really good books, very exciting and makes you want to read more.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VGTT68E0LUNH?ASIN=0439023521	Riveting!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Once I read The Hunger Games, I couldn't stop till I'd read all 3 in the trilogy (all lendable Kindle books, BTW!  Yay! Thanks, Jenny!)  The books are riveting, pure and simple.  The plot is harrowing, and the writing superb.  Totally recommend, and not just for ""young"" adults.  A ""must read"" for adults of any age, IMHO.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R133PV1DCMNAAZ?ASIN=0439023521	Nothing that hasn't been done before.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Just another ""edgy"" teen novel. Derivative at best. It's premise of children being forced to kill each other was executed far better in Koushun Takami's Battle Royale. It's futuristic setting seems ripped from Scott Westerfeld's Uglies trilogy. Both of these works are vastly superior to anything Suzanne Collins has had to offer so far.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZS4WATM4PXM6?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved Gorgor so much i didnt think there could be anything better but then Suzan went and makes somthing  better  love the creativeness of Suzans mind it makes you wander what might have gone inside her head to make her think of somthing so.... just Amazing I hope you will write more Suzan May The Odds Be In Your Favor</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11HXL074G4L4P?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I think this book is a great read, not only for the Young Adult market as an introduction to Sci-Fi/Fantasy, but also for adults who appreciate an engrossing story.  I had to buy the next two books to see how the story ends.  I saw the film but I preferred the book, and I have recommended it to my two teenage daughters.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2E71LE74ZOTVF?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic Summer Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I stumbled into this book after having a friend of mine comment about it on her Facebook page. I googled the book and was quickly intrigued into reading it. In less than a week I finished this book, along with the two sequel books. You won't want to put it down!<br/><br/>Be sure you read it before the movie comes out in 2012!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22JZ0XOHVMCQT?ASIN=0439023521	Not just a teen book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book has been marketed for teens, but as an adult I loved it.  It was action packed, suspenseful, and distrubing in a real life hardship kind of way.  Probably one of the best post acopalytic story that I have encountered.  Very good twist in the plots as the story plays out.  Really looking forward to the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R51MQ37IGVS99?ASIN=0439023521	great book, great technology	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I ordered my book online via my kindle. It appeared on my list of books with in a minute. I had no problems with any of the technology. The book itself is amazing. I had some trouble because everything is written in present tense, but after two or three chapters I didn't even notice it. It was an awesome experience!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FTV87DHOAL7H?ASIN=0439023521	thumbs up	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My dad told me about this book before I got my Kindle Fire for Christmas and it was the first book I bought on my kindle. I loved every second of it and couldn't put the book down. Caused me three nights of little rest but I enjoyed the book so much! I am on the second book ""Catching Fire"" and its equally as great!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39JKJXEHD7T3M?ASIN=0439023521	Good storyline	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I did enjoy this book and found it very similar to the movie adaptation. However,  it was very often clumsily and awkwardly written. It also left me uncertain of exactly what age it was written for. The subject  more for adults than for teenager but the writing style and depth of detail aimed at a younger audience.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PS2CFVGZXEBQ?ASIN=0439023521	ahhhhh C:	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Nprying but amazing, guaranteed I read it because it was so popular without any idea what to expect. But it tuned out to be nothing but amazing. Those who don't read the book watch the movie and think it's th e best thing ever (which it is) but little do they know that the book is like the movie but 10x's better (:</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IAX49TI4V57J?ASIN=0439023521	Love the Hunger Games!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book arrived quickly and in great packaging. I started reading The Hunger Games over a year ago, but never got around to finishing it then my sister borrowed it. With the movie approaching quickly, I decided to buy it. I love this book! It's one of my all time favorites! I can't wait for the movie this Friday!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBYTE1HD7ENE?ASIN=0439023521	Brilliant book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">From the first page to the very last word, I was hooked!!! A world where everything has changed not only in the landscape but even the emotions people have. However the human spirit is never quashed and The Hunger Games reveals that. An amazing literary experience, a book I will be thinking about for a long time.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KHELJS3SY7IA?ASIN=0439023521	Best read of 2011	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of the best books I've read in a very long time. I highly recommend the entire trilogy.<br/><br/>The characters are well developed, the plot is intriguing to say the least, and the writing is very well thought out.<br/><br/>Definitely a page turner. I couldn't put the book down, spent the entire weekend finishing the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32UQ08Y1TTTF1?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have not quite finished reading this book yet, but I must say quite honestly that it is not a book that I am enjoying reading, I find it extremely weard and certainly not enjyable, I have almost finished it and will certainly finish it, but I won't be reading another one, but of course that is only my opinion.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YQTCS0VGKBD7?ASIN=0439023521	It was sort of a dissapointment.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The plot of the story was nice but the writing just wasnt the strongest. I have seen better writing in cildren's literature before, like The Mysterious Benedict Society! So I just had that sense of disapointment. I guess I wanted and expected more from the author. Grammar whise, this is not a young adult's book!</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26J4QH5UXU3WE?ASIN=0439023521	Well done!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had seen a review of this series in the New Yorker and a few friends recommended reading these books.  This is a series meant for kids, but it is also a nice quick read for adults.  There is a strong female character here, which is nice for kids to see.  The story is well-told and fast moving.  I recommend it.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3F4FZFD7GMX95?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!! Loved it!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book, I ordered it so I could read the book before the movie comes out this weekend, and never thought I would of been so hooked. I read the book in two days, and just purchased the 2nd one. It has a great story, and hopefully the other two books are just as good!! I HIGHLY recommend this series!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2K1L7YNT7NYKG?ASIN=0439023521	Engrossing from start to finish!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great characters, action, suspense, but what really makes the Hunger Games so spectacular is the seamless back story the book is built around. Within the first few chapters you already feel that you have been apart of Panem for centuries. Loved the plot and I am currently enjoying the 2nd book ""Catching Fire"".</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2R70L7YOBN7Q5?ASIN=0439023521	great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">when you watch the movie of this, you will find minor diffrences between the book and movie. But the book is still amazingly brilliant. One thing I did find annoying was the 100+ page leadup between the reaping etc and the actual hunger games because I was eager to see how Katn-oops, spoilers! enjoy the book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35ZUE4MPRMX40?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I first learned what the book was about I cringed, and thought how could anyone want to read this? But I did, and I absolutely love it. It was exciting and suspensful. There were twists thrown in at every turn. I was very happy with it, the second one however not so much. But the hunger games was amazing</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UVBSZPIFDHL7?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A little hard getting into but once you do, you are totally hooked. Leaves you wanting to hurry up and get the next book.  Best I have read in a long time. Hard to explain all the emotions. This is my first time reviewing any book but felt I had to because not too many books leave me wanting more and more.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1U9RDQ771IBWA?ASIN=0439023521	Disturbing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is not at all what I expected. It's disturbing and I just can't imagine how someone can come up with this story line of people killing eachother like this. At the same time, I couldn't stop reading it, so it accomplished the goal there, but I have absolutely no motivation to continue on in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1G3Q0FC4OQ23Z?ASIN=0439023521	The Next Harry Potter series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a pretty good story. You got your Hero and your Heroine and your bad guys, but what are they talking about?  Teenagers forced to fight each other to the death in a futuristic world.  Parents should read this before allowing an impressionable teenager delve into this and draw the wrong conclusions.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RV4NDEUFSEU7F?ASIN=0439023521	won over	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I would never have read a book with this description but was persuaded by the excellent reviews.  I was completely won over I could not put it down.  I was a little disappointed with the ending but here I am to buy the second book having just finished the first so I guess that was just excellent marketing.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPPR9ZQO291S?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't stop reading.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had only heard that a movie with this title was in the makings. Then I got a sample for my kindle and that did it. I Had to have it!! This is a great book!! It kept me thinking of the plot day and night and anticipating the moment when I could pick up on my reading.<br/>Can't wait to read the whole trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RC4HXF806VVFQ?ASIN=0439023521	one of my fave YA books	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I stayed up late last night reading this book, but couldn't finish cuz i had to get up early for work the next day. All day, I couldn't stop thinking about the Hunger GAmes. I have a few more chapters to go, and i dont want it to end! Tomorrow I'm going to watch the movie, and hopefully it's just as good.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTQJC5UZ9J3D7?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Generally, I hate to read, but I couldn't put this book down.  I only started reading it because so many people said they liked it, and I wanted to do something besides playing tetris battle on facebook with my spare time.  So, I started this book and finished the trilogy within 3 weeks.  It was amazing.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Q1L4MF5BSAGT?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Engaging from the very first chapter, I was transported to a time where caste systems, separatism of the masses, and food was used to develop a submissive society and deny freedom on all levels.  The book was fast paced and although sometimes predicatable was oftentimes totally unpredictable.  Must Read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CTNM6FH394X2?ASIN=0439023521	Best book EVER!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I got the Hunger Games trlogy for my birthday last week, and I read the first book in less than a week. I would wake up early sometimes and go looking for my book.<br/><br/>It is amazing! I learned how hard life was and how terrible it was to be picked as a tribute.<br/><br/>You must read this book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TG4A5QJ3QTE0?ASIN=0439023521	Her Own Voice	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins is one of the few writers in the world with a original idea. I could never say that The Hunger Games is one of my favorite books but I can say that its pretty dam good. Belive it or not Im an author too and I like how she spoke with her voice instead of some articulate professers voice.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PDHZWF837DYZ?ASIN=0439023521	Dissapointed	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought this book because of reading the reviews and recommendations. I love all books and am an avid reader of adult, paranormal, YA, etc. The story was creative and kept you on the edge...BUT I did not like the writting style. At all. It is written in first person(which I do not have a problem with) but it's different than most first person veiws. So instead of I packed my bag and starting walking toward the tree, it is; I pack my bag and walk towards the tree. The sentences were fragmented and confusing at times which had me reading them several times. Also I found a hard time trying to picture the world that the author creates.<br/><br/>Maybe I am being to picky, but I couldn't overlook the writting style even though it is a creative story.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RHVVSM5UJ5K0?ASIN=0439023521	Not feelin' it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It amazes me how this book got so many five star reviews. I'll admit, once I got into it, I had to finish it, so I could understand all the comments about how it's so addicting. My friend lent me all three books, so I tried to read the second book as well. I got about 30 pages in before I quit reading.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1X588YWS63U5V?ASIN=0439023521	Incredibly Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I heard so much about the books and the upcoming movie(s), so I thought I'd give it a shot. I must say that the books are incredible, with the best being this first one, The Hunger Games. I know that the intended audience is Young Adults, but at 33, I really enjoyed the books. I would highly recommend.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13CZSI18DM6HO?ASIN=0439023521	Engaging and full of suspense=Awesome read!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Im a 14 year old who bought this book because my friends recommended it, and they were RIGHT!!!!! This book keeps you reading and reading. I just cant describe with words how great this book is.  By the way this is the first book i have ever read and now i can't stop reading Catching Fire (the sequel).</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BCU969952ZXZ?ASIN=0439023521	Page turner..	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Recommended to me by a co-worker.. i read the first few pages and wasn't convinced, but she insisted i finish. Once i got into the first chapter, i was hooked. i couldn't put it down and read the whole series in 2 weeks. Compelling, exciting and easy to read. Highly recommended for people of all ages.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNI5ANFP7BAN0?ASIN=0439023521	Fabulous!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great book.<br/><br/>This is the first YA novel I've read since I was a YA, and it came highly recommended by friends and coworkers.  I was reluctant to read it initially, but it's wonderful.  Really a fantastic read, and I'd particularly recommend this book for long-distance travelers, etc.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R634T19D2ZLVQ?ASIN=0439023521	THE HUNGER GAMES	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My daughter loaned this to me, I'm sure glad she did. Very easy to read, and the writer paints a picture, so that you feel like your right there. She does so briefly, just the right amount without going to much in details that you get bored.  Excellent book, the movie doesn't do this book justice..</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1I47ZRT7Y7L9V?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was so good.  If you liked the movie then you'll definitely like the book, it doesn't skip much in the movie but there is even more detail in the book. I loved this book so much, I read in less than a week.  It kept me entertained, the detail is great.  Hope you find this review helpful.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14I1G5XO0UCZK?ASIN=0439023521	Poorly written, okay story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I did like the story, great idea. But, the execution was poor. The book was grammatically correct and written to reflect professionalism between publisher and author, but the actual writing left a lot to be desired. I am an avid reader and writer myself and simply thought this book was bad. Sorry.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32OQ8A8AI4900?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games are Survior's 1984	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I finished the book in time for the grand openning but put it off till my friend went. She said liked it but her hubbie said it was just ok. (they did'nt read the book).  I thought the book was s real easy read and I'm now on the secnond book (Catching Fire).  I will evenually go to see the moive.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12A0U4JDF9XU8?ASIN=0439023521	An Absolute MUST read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was different than anything else I've read before. It kept my attention, it was a quick read, and I fell in love with the characters. There was great suspense and a lovely ""love"" story. Although there are a LOT of unanswered questions, I can't wait to read books 2 and 3.! YOU MUST READ THIS!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SBPDI8526NSK?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down..	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this in less than two days. I couldn't put it down. I'm 28, so I didn't expect a ""YA"" book to keep me engaged. I imagined it would have cheesy moments to it like Twilight, etc. I also like the author having the guts to write a story about young adults with grit and not apologizing for it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RASIRX95HYNS7?ASIN=0439023521	another depressing teenage novel	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games trilogy kept me reading, but was ultimately unsatisfying.  Why is it that teens under such duress never swear? Teens with hormones in overdrive never do more than chaste kisses, the heroine never has a committed emotion to anyone, the duopoly of simpering suitors follow her around as if she's some goddess incarnated/  Then there's the butchery.  So it's the same old thing: gratuitous violence is OK, but sex, swearing is not acceptable in middle America? Undoubtedly the film(s) will be as equally demoralising. Then the last book had this never ending computer game feel to it of the ""heroes"" cutting a swathe through endless idiotic levels of opposition. If you feel like letting your kids have nightmares, give them this series: children being butchered and tortured endlessly, the style of modern day literature. What happened to great stories with substance?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HG7OYIGDEFCH?ASIN=0439023521	How did I live before these books?!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is an amazing book!  I finished it in HOURS.  I couldn't put it down - could hardly stand to take the time to turn the page!  I can't recommend a book more highly than this (except maybe the other two in the series!)  Suzanne Collins' writing is simply riveting.  GET THIS BOOK!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R144ROPBW0OHGF?ASIN=0439023521	Very good!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book, read it in 3 days. You just can't let it go. I give it four stars because I like the idea, the plot but I don't like the way it's written. It seems to me that the author could have done it much better, with more detailed explanations of the feelings and with more emotions.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3D2QLDMQKE9C1?ASIN=0439023521	couldn't stop reading!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I downloaded this book for free on my kindle wit amazon prime. I had zero expectations but was instantly captivated. I finished the book within a couple days and read the 2 sequels within a week. Highly recommended thriller that also explores some philosophical ideas about human instinct.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TL4AC0SFX6OO?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">There hasn't been a book series like this in a long time! From the opening pages, I was captured by the characters and the story. I've always wanted to be a writer and am amazed when someone like Collins can create such an imaginative and impressive world. I can't WAIT for the movie now!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2K22AMXUHLVFY?ASIN=0439023521	Best book out there today....	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Anyone who says this book is a ""waste of time"" or an ""okay read,"" is crazy. This book, and the following two, are one of the best books I've ever read. It has it all! A read good connection with the characters. I just could not stop reading. You love a good read, this is top of the list.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27SALBOEI3CMJ?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is definitely a must read! I never thought I would enjoy it as much as I did. THis book, along with the two others are now among my favorites. I think it is a mix between The Giver and 1984. Amazing story to tell! However, my edition was missing the second page in chapter 5 =[</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQZ55J6Z2PX0T?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic series!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was so good I read it in one day. I couldn't put it down. I then purchased the second and third books in the trilogy and read them all in one weekend. When I had to put the book down to carry on my own life I couldn't stop thinking about it. Great read that moves very quickly.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SXUPI4GO0CDC?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm glad I stuck with this book even though it started off a little slow for me.  I just couldn't put it down.  I found myself downloading the kindle app for my iphone so I could continue reading while at places I don't normally bring my kindle.  One of the best books I've ever read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RN0K224BD82LN?ASIN=0439023521	For the love of the Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">LOVE HUNGER GAMES! Can't wait for Catching Fire to come to theaters. First watched The Hunger Games movie, then read the book. Going to do the same with the others. Katniss is my girl :) &amp; Gale..Whooooo buddy..SEXY! :D I wish Katniss would somehow ditch Pita and get with Gale! Hehehe!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JTEISGA3RXQA?ASIN=0439023521	Literally one of the best books I have ever read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book puts all other series to shame. The Hunger Games is beyond words of just how good it is. WARNING: YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO PUT THIS BOOK DOWN!<br/><br/>I just started book two and I am already sad there are only 3 books.<br/><br/>BUY THIS IF YOU WANT THE BEST READ/RIDE OF YOUR LIFE!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21RLZ5M71HRFW?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a really far fetched story but very well done.  My sister wanted me to read it because she has students in middle school who have read it.  I would be interested in hearing reviews from that age group. I really like ""the reader.""  She has a good voice that easy to listen to.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IIQCEJ40OWU0?ASIN=0439023521	great book amazing story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book to read decided to read the book after watching the movie can't wait for the second movie because I just started on book two! Very suspenseful and could happen one day that's the scariest part!;)<br/><br/>Would recommend to all it's all together a very well written book!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1N43JTN9EVXXA?ASIN=0439023521	I Volunteer as Tribute! (Hunger games)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When i started reading this book the movie had just been put in the making. I was kinda iffy about reading, but when i started reading The Hunger Games it turned out to be a really good book! Im really glad I got to read it! But, I still haven't seen the movie :(<br/><br/>-Reviewer</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37XL9HJJILKYV?ASIN=0439023521	Simply amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Incredible how a fictional book can relate so much to our current realities.<br/>Wars, death of children, reality tv, deterioration of our ecosystem...it brings all this subjects together in a wonderfull story that you just can't get enough of.<br/>All three books are just amazing!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DMRTPAP5OK0I?ASIN=0439023521	An absolute blast of a read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read The Hunger Games in two days.  It was a blast of a read.  I'm no teenager, and not a female, but I really connected and empathized with Katniss, the main character.  This book is a lot of fun to read.  Just don't read it before going to bed.  You'll be awake all night reading.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VYNOYUJ8Y5AA?ASIN=0439023521	Thrilling to the Last Page	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I first heard about this book, I was a little hesitant in reading it.  As an avid reader, I often find books of this type to be similar to all others that I read.  ""The Hunger Games,"" is one of the best books I have read recently and I cannot wait to continue reading the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UFED8CNUOQQI?ASIN=0439023521	Personally not a fan, but maybe you will be	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I mostly read this because everyone on Quora seemed to tbe talking about it.  I'm a big fan of post-apocalyptic fiction/dystopian fiction in general.  However, it appears my interest in more intellectually demanding fiction probably dominates, and my main interest in post-apocalyptic fiction is ""how characters use a realistic environment to survive"".  The situation in the book is totally contrived, and aside from Lord of the Flies style violence, pretty limited.  Apparently the later books in the series are supposed to be better, but the first book already lost me as a reader.<br/><br/>This felt like Harry Potter (which I also haven't read), which is understandable given that the book is written for young adults -- of which I'm also not a fan.<br/><br/>So, while I really didn't like this book, I wouldn't necessarily steer others away from it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXBYQOYWF1KXA?ASIN=0439023521	Provocative	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I first heard about this book I thought ""who would want to read a book about children killing children?"" Then I realized it was so much more. Its about what happens when government takes control of every aspect of your life and you lose your freedom. Scary thought; great book.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34AGNFZWP4YX9?ASIN=0439023521	Great teen fiction	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins can tell a good story. This story is told from the perspective of Kat, the main protagonist, is honest and well written. While the book is geared for youth or teen fiction, the audience is wide given the topic and Collins gift of writing. I appreciate sci/fi or fantasy fiction and this book works well in the genre.<br/><br/>What I liked best about this book was the underlying commentary about Kat and Peeta and their plight about surviving the barbarism of the Hunger Games. I look forward to the next book in the series, as Collins ended with the ""end of book 1."" Thus, a book 2 must be (hopefully) impending.<br/><br/>This book is similar in genre to Stephen King's _Running Man_, but yet different. We have a dystopic violent community, but the main characters here are teens and frankly this book is more compelling.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1T1O4A9K45MKT?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book gripped the reader from the first page and did not slow down through the whole book.<br/>The story telling was of a high quality with the characters becoming real in the imagination.<br/>This is the first Suzanne Collins novel I have read and it will not be the last!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NJ939LN1X1P6?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing book- A must read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is almost indiscribable.  I couldn`t put it down.  It`s probably been about a year since I read the series, but they were all so great that I still remember how great they are (especially the first one).  If you haven`t read this, stop what your doing and read it!!!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OAHNFB7CWSS8?ASIN=0439023521	Disappointed	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book has been getting so much hype lately and was recommended to me by some friends.  I happened to read it along with my 6th grade daughter.<br/><br/>While the descriptions and fantasy in this book is extremely creative I had one major problem with it.  The fact that the main character a very strong young woman, needs a man to ""win"" the Games.  Not only that she needs to win-over the audience and in doing so needs to lead this young man on.  She basically changed who she was as a person to win and exchanged a real friendship for faux romance.  It made me sad that this was the case.  Perhaps this is a commentary on society, or it is just how it is but when will we have current literature that honors a young woman's strength and fierceness without the need of a ""man"" to help or to entirely change who she is?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Q215OPW45717?ASIN=0439023521	Read after seeing the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I decided to read this book after I saw the movie because I really loved the movie and wanted more. I had never heard of this book before so I read the book. I am currently reading the second book and it's just as great. I need to hurry and finish so I can read the third book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PGKV51MK2PK3?ASIN=0439023521	SPELLBINDING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wasn't sure about buying a Scholastic publication, but after reading a few reviews I just had to see.  I was hard pressed to put my Kindle down.  The storyline had me in it's grasp and wasn't letting go!  A great read for any teen or older.  Too graphic for some younger minds.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R242DZT7EMSVR1?ASIN=0439023521	one of the best books/trilogies i've ever read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely loved this book! It's such an original concept and is a serious page turner.  I'm a 28 year old mom of two young kids and I read the whole series in  less than a week.  Although it's a young adult book, it's definately a good read for all ages.  Highly reccomend!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QOINKW1D46MQ?ASIN=0439023521	Interesting story; could have used some editing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Rambles in places, definitely written to appeal to women more than men, though the romance is boring. Amidst this are descriptions of intense violence and brutality, so I definitely wouldn't call it a light read. But the story is very engaging and the characters are likeable.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LZKDUN2Q5D1?ASIN=0439023521	Great and different!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Everyone praised this book so highly that I decided to read even though I'm not a fan of SF and YA books. I'm really glad I did. It's the best book I read last year, together with Catching Fire. I only got disappointed with the last one. But the first is really, really good!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PKXPAD8DYR8Z?ASIN=0439023521	Engaging Amazing and Suprising	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book kept you hanging at every sentence. Suzanne Collins astounding novel features 16 year old Katniss who during the reaping volunteers for her sister. Along the battle For The Hunger Games they encounter many dangers such as Peeta. Her other tribute from District 12.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18GGFDITVCZ38?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This Trilogy is amazing! I couldn't put it down.  Once I finished the first book I couldn't stop.  The story is incredible and each book leaves you wanting more. If you are a lover of a good book with romance and action and unpredictability then you will love this trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RISUCQ1XWDN0Q?ASIN=0439023521	Don't buy unless you can get rest of series free.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The first book isn't bad. It is a teen appropriate book. Bought because of high rating. Okay but have to have all 3 books to get the story. Recommend not starting series unless 2nd and 3rd books are free. Can't understand why this made best seller list except maybe price.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Y1IVZ7BA5A7I?ASIN=0439023521	So amazing, I am speechless!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of the best books I have read in a long time. Scary, intreguing, gross, violent, heart warming, passionate, fierce all rolled into one amazing book. When you finish this one you will WANT to be able to start the second one ASAP. All three books are out of this world!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYVTFX3CJR265?ASIN=0439023521	wonderful book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is such an exciting book!! as an adult it only took me a day to read but I would suggest this book to anyone with kids who can read at fifth grade level.  and the movie will be out soon!  the only problem would be for younger children as it is a bit gory.  ENJOY!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJ46J258QKSD8?ASIN=0439023521	Love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow. I know i'm late on reading this book , but who cares? It's such a good book and i'm going to buy the other two books as soon as possible! I'd write more , but my review's going to get pushed down anyways. I just wanted to give it the five stars i think it deserves.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KRXDT8JRH95E?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This series was amazing! I typically read ""chic"" books so I was hesitant when my kids talked me into reading this. WOW, I could not put it down! Very creative, very well written. As soon as I finished this one I immediatly bought Catching Fire!  Thanks Suzanne Collins!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36KUGL8NBYOPS?ASIN=0439023521	amazing study break material	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This series was an amazing break from the long hours of studying for vet school.  The action and characters kept me so involved and I would recommend this to almost anyone for reading.  It is also a great way to teach people about the harmful affects of human conflict.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1K1ELT7AADQGN?ASIN=0439023521	Great story, wonderful characters, terrific imagination	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The author has a terrific imagination and has produced a great story with wonderful characters. Katniss is such a thoughtful, intuitive and smart young woman.  This story is very exciting, fast-paced and interesting that I didn't want to put it down.  What an ending!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JOXYPJFC14AJ?ASIN=0439023521	Bring on the Action and Romance!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games was an amazing book. It was full of action, romance, and thoes times when you feel sad. I think this book was VERY violent at times, but heart warming at others. Suzanne Collins has done it!!! The Hunger Games is a page turner. You HAVE to read it. :D</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3Q0D6XZAFGLEW?ASIN=0439023521	It is an exciting novel you can't put down, but above all, it's a story to reflect on.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is exciting and includes every element a good novel should, but the value of the trilogy is not only a good story, it's value lies on a story that talks about courage, human nature and dehumanization of others, survival, manipulation, opression, kindness and love.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R302YP8VF83WKH?ASIN=0439023521	Better than the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A great book better than the movie, I have not read the other two yet in the series but I will now. The movie is still good, but the book is better, maybe if your watched the movie first you may think different, but I read this first so had my own ideas in my head.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3O4OZOYCVSZBG?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is not just another teen novel. It is definitely not like twilight with unrealistic vampire and werewolf love stories. It has a suspenseful storyline from a post-apocalyptic style United States. I would recommend this novel to anyone, young or old.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IZVN42TAHKIH?ASIN=0439023521	Simply brilliant in all aspects	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games movie will be released later this month. It is one of the most anticipated films of 2012. One would not be able to truly understand and appreciate the movie without reading this book. P.S I highly recommend the second and the third book as well :D</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RR8P0APZR99C3?ASIN=0439023521	Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Purchased from Amazon for my Kindle at a good price.  I was glad I read this book since it was talked about in my family by young and not so young.  I found the book depressing and very much a downer so will not be reading the second or third ones in this series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R117A0TY4P8FUU?ASIN=0439023521	"Moldy ""used"" book"	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Used? This book had, obviously, been growing mold for some time. It was in the spine and consumed the back cover. I'd have tossed it but wanted it do dad do I kept it. The other books, also marked used, were in fine condition. Shipped at a decent timeframe also.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNKN6PN2NZB6R?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was hesitant to read these books, but now I can't believe I waited so long! The first person narrative makes you feel like you are the young woman fighting for her life. If you haven't read these books yet, you need to start! I look forward to starting book 2.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38J6OTML7Z3H8?ASIN=0439023521	STARTS EPIC BUT LOSES HER TOUCH LATER ON	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">THIS SERIES STARTED STRONG WITH THE HUNGER GAMES AND GOT A LITTLE BETTER WITH CATCHING FIRE THEN IT GOT AWFUL AT MOCKINGJAY SHE JUST KILLS OFF EVERY ONE SHE CAN THINK OF BUT I BELIVE OVER ALL THE HUNGER GAMES WAS A EPIC TALE BUT NOT BOOK FOR CHILDREN UNDER 13!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2P1JIBT5YB92W?ASIN=0439023521	IMPOSSIBLE TO PUT DOWN	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have read all three in the series and this is my favorite.  I could not put it down. It was an easy yet engaging read. All three are excellent books, leaving you wondering what will happen next, but I am partial to the first in the series. Highly recommended!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RK9M5RXJ5IAWD?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I purchased this book because of the great reviews I read and it did not dissapoint. I couldn't put it down. All the characters were well developed and it made you care about them. Great descriptions and just a great, captivating story. Absolutely recommend it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3V7640VSN36JK?ASIN=0439023521	seriously?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">so all of my friends were reading this book, and they told me that i simply had to read it. the reviews looked great, so i tried it. that was one of the largest mistakes i have had the misfortune of making in my life. don't get me wrong, i love the idea, but this book was an execution failure. being an avid reader, this book frustrated me to no end. the flow was choppy and many sentences sounded awkward, and a bunch of other tiny little things add up and make this book painful to read. i read the whole series, and this first book is by far the best of the series, but thats like saying that your child is the best student in the special class. the series only gets worse and the plot just gets more and more unintelligable. like i said, good idea, terribly executed.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CISCTB5SPUWR?ASIN=0439023521	Wow, what a read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Probably no need to give a review because this book is out there selling itself. I was told by several friends to check out this series and boy am I glad I did. Very hard to put down. My kids loved it! We real all three in record time. Can't wait for the movie!</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LQRTM9IM2NYV?ASIN=0439023521	Not my cup of tea...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read this book in a few hours, and thank you to the Kindle Lending Library, I am not 'out' $5.  I'm not sure what all the hoop-la is about. This isn't a new story, and it's not one that is particularly well-told. Thought the characters were rather predictable. I understand that this is considered a ""young adult"" novel, but consider it a bit too graphic to put in the hands of most young adults without a guide. Writing style definitely is geared to a younger audience. Try reading some of the prose out loud; it is almost laughable in spots. Even with the other 2 series books available through the Lending Library, I doubt that I will even borrow them. I really just don't care what happens to Kat or any of the others. I'll spend my reading time on something else.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27N9N74VJCY3H?ASIN=0439023521	enjoyable who done it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you liked the previous books-you'll like this one as well. Charlie finds more trouble than she can handle but still solves the case with some events not being probable. Even so its an enjoyable who done it. Giving the reader an interesting quick light read.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RF2QRQL41BYU6?ASIN=0439023521	Jens review 1	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was a page turner. The characters were well developed and the author did not waste time with unnecessary information. Good thing I did not read this series before the rest were releases because it would have been a very very long wait. A great story!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SJOUQQBWXTS6?ASIN=0439023521	Believe the hype!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have nothing new to add except you need to read this book. Beautifully crafted, endlessly fascinating, it's the definition of a page-turner. Don't be put off by the Young Adult classification--this is a bloody, violent, adult tale in every sense of the word.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VGSCFG3UO3T?ASIN=0439023521	LOVED IT!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a wonderful novel!!  Every plot twist was intriguing.  I especially love the heroine, Katniss.  She is such an unexpectant, reluctant heroine which makes her real.  I was so happy with this novel, I could not wait to finish the series.  A MUST READ!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1G8UMOYQ58A3X?ASIN=0439023521	I LOVE THIS BOOK!!!! but i cried a little.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">**SPOLIERS AHEAD**<br/><br/>it was so sad when Rue died and Katniss sang her to her death i had a paperback of this book and ypu could see all the smeared tear marks on the pages and then she fights the mutan-wolf things and found out that rue was one of them :,,(</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R48MPVZWXWKA9?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The action begins on page one. This book has it all, action, adventure,and romance. Personally, the best book ever written. I couldn't put it down even if I tried. Even my favorite authors, including Stephen King the greatest horror book writer ever, loved it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1R6OYYR3CF4K9?ASIN=0439023521	Good Concept	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is very entertaining and great at keeping the readers attention. I did feel a little like Mad Max meets Twilight in some areas.....However, that being said and out of the way, I believed this was a great first book to kick off a trilogy. Well done!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VOKS1X77JZ5E?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Not my usual type of read, yet once I started this book, I got into it and became wrapped up in the storyline, loved the characters, and couldn't stop reading until I got through the book! I also appreciate the fact that such a popular book is fairly priced.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HQWZOH6C0BRQ?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Downloaded this book to read on a recent trip.  Read the entire thing non-stop.  I thought the characters were engaging, the story flowed great and the ending left me wanting more.  Look forward to seeing the movie and reading the other books in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3S80HKDIK6WX8?ASIN=0439023521	A++ A must read! Awesome BOOK!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved this book so much! If you enjoyed the movie then you will love the book (since it is better!)! Don't get turned off if you think this book is for young girls because it isn't. A great fast read for people of all ages and genders. Coudn't put it down!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RO7DIJLJFYIYU?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games for class	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am having a great time teaching this novel.  The students love the plot and Collins did a wonderful job in giving context clues to words my struggling readers don't know.  HIGHLY recommend, even for pleasure reading but is also a good instructional tool.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33XQLTTT1WGMR?ASIN=0439023521	Vodoo doll	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After reading the three books I cannot avoid picturing Suzanne Collins holding a Katniss Everdeen voodoo doll in one hand, and a mockingjay shaped little arrow in the other, and thinking: ""Ok, where else can I pin it to make her life even more miserable?""</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XBWMBW65858K?ASIN=0439023521	An epic read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book is an exciting read. I was able to feel the emotion of the characters. I did not want to put my kindle down because it was really exciting. If you want an exciting book where you can feel the emotion of the characters, then I recommend this book.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XGWQWZYHHI67?ASIN=0439023521	epic book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this is the most epic book i have ever seen. my kid is reading it aand say there are thrills around every coner. read it now!!!!<br/>happy readings:)<br/><br/>p.s my kid has ssome thing to say<br/><br/>DO NOT READ IT. YOU WILL BE SO SCARED!!!!!!!:(</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10RNZ4LCR23ID?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I found this book to be awesome. I was worried that I would not like it at first, but it is a true page turner. The characters are great and the storyline intriguing. I immediately bought the secon book as soon as I finished this one. You will love it!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2K8SBNHV804EU?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was absolutly amazing. I'm 13 and couldn't have picked a better book. it was just enough violence, romance, and action. Peeta was absolutely amazing and i don't think a person like him ever will exist because no one is perfect (except Peeta).</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YTGEBO0CFE1C?ASIN=0439023521	War Games Trilogy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Book made me physically sick at times. Compeled to finish to see if there was any redeeming value.  Did not find any except that it was over!  I must admit I am naive when it comes to the atrocities of war. This wasn't for me and children that I know.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YA97EEEICWB2?ASIN=0439023521	I Love It	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought this book on a recommendation from a friend of mine and I had to keep reading until I had finished the whole series.  This is a very compelling story and I just couldn't put it down.  I highly recommend it.  Buy it, you won't be disappointed.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3M7QO821LM4OZ?ASIN=0439023521	Only giving this a 4 because the beginning of the book depressed me	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After that, I couldn't put it down and it was a total 5.  I finished it today and already downloaded catching fire to my kindle. If it's as good as this book then I doubt I will be getting any sleep until I have finished catching fire or the next one!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2N7287SKO75RA?ASIN=0439023521	Recommended and loved.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This Book was recommended on the Stephenie Meyer (author of the Twilight Saga) website.  She loved it, and I enjoy her work, so I bought it.  This book is an easy read and very good.  The only problem for me was that I did not know going in that this is Book 1 with sequels to follow.  I do not have a lot of patience and hate to wait for sequels to come out.  I was able to describe the book easier to friends that remember an old movie with Arnold Swarzenegger, called ""The Running Man.""  Except this book is about children and not convicts.  In loved it and anxiously awake book 2.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TXWLWSDPMMDH?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is one of the best, most intense, MUST READS, I have come across in a long time.  It is a page turner and keeps getting better.  I would recommend even people who are not into this type of thing to give it a chance, you will not be disappointed.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18JQR8ZQAMDY9?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a great read! I would definitely recommend this book for kids and adults. Its definitely a family book. Not for the very young readers though. There is excitement and action. It's a book that keeps you captivated. I can't wait for the movie</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VNG8GBJYX2EM?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book.  It's an easy read that really draws you in, but it isn't stupid, like Twilight or The Davinci Code.  It manages to be thrilling while still making something like sense.  I recommend this book for adult and children readers alike.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3053TTNRZR9WP?ASIN=0439023521	"I liked this story better when it was called ""Battle Royale"""	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Comparisons between this book and the modern classic, <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Battle-Royale/dp/156931778X"">Battle Royale</a> are inevitable. The plot's almost the same; totalitarian government forces groups of teens (in the case of this book, kids as young as twelve), to fight to the death while the whole thing is monitored (and in some versions of ""Battle Royale"", broadcast).<br/><br/>So to start with the premise is hardly orginal. Also, just like with BR, the premise is entirely unrealistic. There has never, in the entire scope of human history, been any society that uses kids as gladiators. Ever. That it would happen now is even more unlikely than it happening centuries ago.<br/><br/>One positive difference between the stories is that Katniss is a bit more interesting than Shuya, who frankly came of as a fairly useless pretty-boy. She also (slight spoiler), actually kills people, which, depending on the version of BR, Shuya isn't allowed to do or, if he is, it comes at the very end.<br/><br/>Further the world Collins paints is... just weird. Some sort of post-apocalyptic version of the United States where everything has different names (cause it's a post-apocalyptic future, you know), there's a totalitarian government that kills people en masse (cause it's a post-apocalyptic future, you know), and the characters all have odd names (cause it's a post-apocalyptic future, you know), that are strange, unfamiliar, or made-up (exceptions: she uses several Roman names, and since I'm a sucker for Roman history, I find that somewhat entertaining).<br/><br/>I also found a rules change done towards the end of the book to be very, very annoying, since it really came off as the author trying to have her cake and eat it, too. It took some of the tension built up between the main character and one other, and basically threw it out the window.<br/><br/>I could've also done with out the ""cause"" for the collapse of America which, from what I can tell, seemed to boil down to ecological chaos causing the whole world to go nuts. Yeah, not buying it. At least BR had the decency to be an alternate-history story.<br/><br/>I'll give the author credit for her writing skills. She does have some real talent, and I might be interested in reading some of her other works, ones with plots somewhat less trite than this one, but really this book was just a disappointment, being that it's essentially a retelling of a story that wasn't that great to begin with.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGK1EX3WXQP4K?ASIN=0439023521	AWESOME READ!! ADDICTING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was so addicting i had to get all three!! I love this series!! Katniss doesn't know what she's really worth and Peeta is worth loving!! I recommend this book to anyone who reads the reviews! I can't believe I waited this long to buy it!!</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LXP7H54MQZGJ?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic Story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wonderful story, I bought it because I kept seeing it and even though I'm past it's demographic I thought it was a well written, intriguing story. So intriguing that I finished in one day. Great read, looking forward to reading the next two books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29TUOTKJN8N29?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I ""rented"" this book as part of my Kindle Prime trial and could not put it down. I enjoyed it so much that I finished it the same day and immediately bought the 2nd and the 3rd books in the series. I even bought this too so I could keep the trio!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRXSPCHEWVXD3?ASIN=0439023521	Great Novel.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had a great time reading this novel. The series appeals to me in ways others haven't in a long time. I look forward to the continuation of entertainment and surprises that are provided by this wonderful author. Highly recommended -  Thank you.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3Q19U1Z44NLG?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't know what to expect when I purchased this book. I had just heard things about it and saw the previews for the movie. Now that I've read it and am now almost finished with the third. . . I LOVE THEM!! Great buy and one of my favorites!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20Y2TX3CRNJOA?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Game Triligy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What can I say about this book that others have not said yet. I could not put the book down. I kept down loading one after another. I finished the series in 3 days. Now, my 5th. grade daughter is reading. Great book!! I give it two thumbs up!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2USJKR1MZ0V0S?ASIN=0439023521	Great but violent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought this book to read before the movie comes out. I couldn't put it down from the moment I opened the book. It is such an interesting story, with great characters - but it;s violent. Not so sure it's good material for very young readers.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17WM1GILOQG5G?ASIN=0439023521	Borders on Plagiarism	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">There is some added romance and rebellion in this novel.  However, It is essentially the same exact story as the Japanese novel and movie Battle Royale.  This books gets an F for originality.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Q3FWM4EFRC8F?ASIN=0439023521	Good Idea, But....	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great Idea of a Story, a Good Read, and can wait to see what happens - The story lacks details and could be so much better, Collins should do a Prelude to the Hunger Games to get a Better Picture of the Country and to what really Happened....</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUZ005OVLIZPR?ASIN=0439023521	Could not put this down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I do not usually read sci-fi/dystopian world novels but The Hunger Games was so exciting. I love the strength of the main character. I will definately read this book again, I haven't read anything that's jazzed me like this book in a while.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROL3KS1N92O00?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Incredible book.  Read the trilogy and none of them disappointed me.  Kept me at the edge of my seat the entire time.  Not often you can read a book that your laughing, crying and going oh my god! all at the same moment.  Highly recommed it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3W4KSUEB9DREO?ASIN=0439023521	Not just for teens!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book just so I'd know what the 'fuss'  was all about.  I was very surprised at how much I enjoyed the story and the level of writing.  I recommended it to my book club because the story lends itself to lots of discussion issues.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PRNU6JFMAQVV?ASIN=0439023521	HungervGames	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I just loved this book as it held my interest from the first page I turned. Reading it on my iPad for the first also added to the experience. I would have to rate the book as one of my favorites and one I have recommended to all my friends.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XNCDJCJM9VIH?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was selected by our book club and I did not know what to expect. The book caught my attention from the first page and kept it until the last.  One of the best books I have read in a while.  Very entertaining and thought provoking.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QRWS48VPRSAS?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My 13 year old daughter recommended this book to me and I apprehensively read it just to have something to chat with her about.  I could not put it down!  It is out of my normal genre, but I would definitely recommend this book to everyone.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QB3ZWZH77TVG?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a book that will stick with you.  I almost find it hard to believe it is a young adult book.  I would be hesitant to even allow my 13 year old to read it without offering a little guidance.  I recommend this book to anyone asking.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4DJ57D07N685?ASIN=0439023521	Best book I've read in years!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is the best book I have read in years.  Every paragraph keeps your attention and interest. I can't wait to read the rest of the series.  I would recommend this book for anyone who likes a book that you just can't put down.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZF5XVO9XWHXO?ASIN=0439023521	one of the best books Ive ever read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">the hunger games is a book that needs to be read. Susan Collins has written it soo amazingly well. this has probably the best book I have read. It is filled with adventure love and suspense and trust me you will never want to put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2E37AKOT1BH0T?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games on Kindle	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This novel was interesting and a quick and easy read.  The suspense and drama were captivating.  The violence was the premise of the novel and the violent nature of the story leads me to not be interested in reading the subsequent books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXJ7CFPGB8HXH?ASIN=0439023521	LOVE!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I started reading this after hearing how great it was from numerous friends... I really wasn't all that interested... it didn't sound that great. I finished reading the book in just two nights... I could hardly put it down! Great book!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3O26HLKKOX30U?ASIN=0439023521	GREAT, GREAT, GREAT!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'll make this one a short review... it was AMAZING.  What a cool premise! (I love dystopian stuff so this was a no-brainer).  Great characters, great writing style, great plot.<br/><br/>Suzanne Collins hit the nail on the head with this one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RL37Y888EWWLI?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a really good book and the movie misses a lot of details that the book has that are necessary to know if you have seen the movie and not read the book you need to because you will understand a lot for the second movie and book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R977K2YEI9O8J?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games #1	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wanted to get the kindle version to prepare myself to understand the Hunger Games by reviewing the chapters of the book before I saw the movie. This is a great method to check out a book-to movie topic, I recommend this as a primer!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QXF1OP262HNG?ASIN=0439023521	Finally a book that holds my attention!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A book that I literally could not put down. The kind of book that is constantly on your mind while you are driving, at work or even in your dreams. I have been struggling to find a book that really excites me and this one did the job!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NM9B8SU4PKOF?ASIN=0439023521	the hunger games rocks	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book is set in the future when a place called the capitol took over and every year 1 boy and 1 girl from each of the 12 districts are chosen to fight to the death in the arena. this is an action/science fiction book. i loved it.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDJN3RABBZTB8?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is already receiving enough reviews that there isn't much to be said. I really enjoyed it. Only complaint was that it seemed rushed at points, and the writing style was unfocused at times. Aside, it was so intriguing. Great story!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SQ5E8G0VZRX3?ASIN=0439023521	Great balance of action, drama, adventure, and suspense.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A fun, exciting, and compelling read.  The characterization and backstory development was well balanced, creating an immersive reading experience.  I finished the book  after a mere two days of reading and enjoyed it start to finish.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30A9FC8CG4ZZN?ASIN=0439023521	Great, fast read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My sister tossed this book at me after she read it in one night...and wow did I find out why! What an engaging ""1984"" style futuristic story. Definitely recommend reading it. Just started #2! Can't wait to see how the story continues</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VT09A2W0GS7X?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Collins has a wonderful basis for a plot and for the terrific characters she creates.  However, the book could be reduced from three to one.  The ""Games"" go on and on and become redundant; although the tributes are very resourceful, their experiences leave even their world to the far-fetched.  Reminiscent of Lord of the Flies, Collins could have had a wonderful teaching book here if she just reduced the entire trilogy to one book and still could have achieved her goal.  I would not recommend the book to most people because it is just too far out of the box and the message gets lost.  As a former English teacher, I would have loved to teach the book if it were condensed.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R252IOO23KPO0E?ASIN=0439023521	Perfect.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this is amazing. these book capture your heart and makes it impossible to put down! ive reread the series about five times and i kno what happens, yet im still shock! by the ending of the third book you'd be crying your eyeballs out</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IB1ZYRXIT3V7?ASIN=0439023521	Capitvating	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was a real page turner.  Not exactly Tolstoy but a great piece of entertainment.  Although it is a ""young adult"" novel, I think it would appeal to people of all ages, and particularly those interested in science fiction.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7VC4ANW8MGSR?ASIN=0439023521	loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i devoured this book in two days then immediatly got the second then third book in the series. don't let the young adult category turn you off i'm a 30 year old wife and mom and i absolutely loved this trilogy, couldn't put it down.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZPOCTG4Y8SHW?ASIN=0439023521	great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">all three books are great! i bought the first book and read it very quickly, then immediatly bought the second. you will be sad when you finish all three books. i wish the story would continue! best books i have read in a long time.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2880DYX4G0WHH?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was a little hesitant to read this book having heard how brutal it was.  But, I got past the brutality and enjoyed the story.  I liked it so much, I've starrted reading the sequal, ""Catching Fire"", and like it as well.<br/>Sunny</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CRC2Y9RAS3M?ASIN=0439023521	Great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Such a great read!  Very easy to read, dragged on a bit for me in the beginning... I guess I was getting excited to read about the actual games which went by so fast!  Bought the 2nd book immediately after completing the first one!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SALWVJ5GZVL7?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book sucked me in from the start.  I had no idea what it was about, so I was extremely surprised by the plot.  It is like no other book that I've read.  It is not a feel-good book by any means, but it is still am awesome read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1EC46P02496EG?ASIN=0439023521	Ok, if your 14 years old	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A reasonably interesting premise for post apocolyptic scifi, but beyond that interesting and Hunger Games part ways.  It is impossible to suspend one's disbelief for more than a few pages.  Each time you think you might, Ms. Collins brings you back to that ""why am I still reading this"" feeling.  This book is billed as a great scifi, but I think it is most appropriate for 12 and under girls.  Like a version of ""Running Man"" for children.  All these 5 star reviews must be children or Suzane Collins has a lot of friends.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2O55WXL8F8J9U?ASIN=0439023521	WOWed me	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Iève read many, many books, but this is my favourite. It isnt  so much quick, love at first sight kind of thing, but a slow, gradual thing. I like how the main charactor is strong and a bold person. Recomended to anyone 11 and up.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DHFI71MJV4F9?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is so good! It's the best book I have read in a long time. I was extremely excited to learn that it is part of a trilogy. I recommend buying all three. You will want to read them once you have finished the Hunger Games.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R388KHN9IY6QZY?ASIN=0439023521	excellent book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely loved this book!  I couldn't put it down and had the entire trilogy downloaded and read on my kindle within the week.  I highly recommend this book for anybody and truly hope the movie turns out to be great as well.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RY1RB50OEC5ZG?ASIN=0439023521	HUNGER GAMES	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I found ""Hunger Games"" to be a very relaxing, enjoyable book that kept my interest and yet found to be an easy read.  I did not have to think but just imagine.  A great book to read in between intellectually heavy themed books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21MJ6WCQSCP41?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am not much of a reader you could say. I find that most books dont really catch my attention, but the second i picked up this book i beacme addicted once i was done i had to go buy the sequel. great story, amazing characters.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPVH2CVGZC2F3?ASIN=0439023521	Read it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A mash-up between Running Man and Battle Royale, with a twist. This book was great, I loved the male protagonist, although Katniss is a bit bland and kind of a pushover. I highly recommend it, the story is great and compelling!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33YQLU8ZCWKSQ?ASIN=0439023521	Couldnt put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was completely engrossed in this book, I couldnt put it down.  The other reviews have covered this book in much detail, just wanted to say I thoroughly enjoyed the fast read and will be previewing the next book in the series.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25GZ4C6CM7ZCY?ASIN=0439023521	great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this bok very much. I thought it was a little boring during the first few pages but then it got very interesting and was action-packed from then on I loved the twists and turns of it. I would definately reccomend this.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2EL3JDQ960VA1?ASIN=0439023521	the hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">lov this book and cant wati to see the movie i love the part wrer you read about geal and katness hunting for there familys and when he played a joke on her saying he shout a lovea of brad<br/>Review by 13 year old daughter.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RR89HWZDFJ1JI?ASIN=0439023521	I rate it 5!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Husbands :/ hsvhvxuxusvxVZSXUSVGSZUS RD SUBS NOT USED TO THE REST OF THIS IS A GREAT WAY TO THE REST OF THIS IS A GREAT WAY TO THE REST OF THIS IS A GREAT WAY TO THE REST OF THIS IS A GREAT WAY TO THE REST OF THIS IS A GREAT</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTFJ23551GDU6?ASIN=0439023521	Fast read, but exciting plot	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed this book a lot for the action and character development that it offered. It was very exciting, but some loose ends were not tied up, leaving me wanting more. I suggest you don't stop with book one, it gets better!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3W3371YGR6EPC?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought this book, and had people tell me it was from the juvinielle section.  But I didn't care there are fantastic books from the same genre, Twilight, or Harry Potter.  I think it is a good competitor with these series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDX1FK8HS6M5C?ASIN=0439023521	Best Book I've Read This Year!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">There is no swearing or sex and yet my high school students were riveted from the first pages.  They begged to read it every day in class.  A fascinating premise and Collins gift of pacing makes it impossible to put down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OG00E9OXW4PV?ASIN=0439023521	Yep, It's as Good as Proclaimed	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Ok, I loved it, just like everyone said I would. I did have to read the first part (the first 10 percent) over because I found it slow and I got lost. But once into the story I couldn't leave the book behind, even to eat. Let's call this the book diet! The Hunger Games Diet!<br/><br/>Anyone who knows me know I love learning survival methods. I watch all those shows on Discovery, have loved long hikes with rangers describing the edible and poisonous plants and I love knowing how to help in case of emergencies. My own novel starts with a crash that requires first aid, so this book was right up my alley.<br/><br/>I can hardly wait to start the next one!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BSU7JWJ4PO1E?ASIN=0439023521	LOVED IT	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely loved this book, I picked it up after seeing the movie and found it even better than the movie. I loved it so much I created a forum for The Hunger Games :-) If you want to give it a visit the address is [...]</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2G7HV3V699VQI?ASIN=0439023521	would have read it all in one sitting if time allowed....	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book. It sucks you in and makes it hard to put down. After 2 hours of straight reading, i went immediately on line to buy the other 2. Thank goodness i waited to start reading it until all 3 books had been published.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSUIK757CALI2?ASIN=0439023521	highly overrated, boring and lacking imagination	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm giving it 1 star to balance out what I think is the unworthy praise. I'd actually rate it a 2.5 or 3 at best.<br/><br/>The book has an interesting setting and premise, but does little with it. I forced myself to read it due to the high reviews and high recommendations, but it really isn't much of a page-turner. The events lack imagination. The descriptions are boring. The story is highly predictable. The main character has little personality. This is just another Twilight for the sheep.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPLC51Z4LIQB8?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing [by dragonfire]	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">OMG that book is amazing! I have never read a book like that before. It is filled with exitment and archery. I love archery. Archery is my passion. There is nothing more that I like than archery and The Hunger Games.  ;^]</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IK9SYXYXT377?ASIN=0439023521	Different	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I found this book very over rated. It was my first YA read though so maybe that was why I didn't enjoy it. I didn't get a real feel for any of the characters and by the end of the book couldn't care less who won or why.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQKM40PA6NRPO?ASIN=0439023521	Relationships at War	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is an insightful and creative novel, frought with the battle of emotion, strategy and survival. The war between survival and the connection of all human beings is exposed and read like an open wound, dying to heal.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DBDDTWXRS546?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Absolutely loved this book! Really struggled to put it down! Loved the story line and characters, I've never read any Suzanne Collins' books before, but definitely would read more of her books! Definitely worth the buy!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZU750P2YPEH?ASIN=0439023521	LOVED IT	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i loved this book! I just couldnt put it down.there was a great plot and it shows we need to be careful or society could come to this state.as a teenager i loved this book and i would recomend it to anyone 12 and up. :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WNPE7EU779Z8?ASIN=0439023521	Exciting!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The very best book I have read in a long time!!! I enjoyed as much or more than the Harry Potter series, but the trilogy wasn't as long as Harry Potter. Interesting and inspirational.<a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Hunger-Games/dp/B002MQYOFW"">The Hunger Games</a></span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VN0PX7N3PQOL?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Once I started, it was very hard to stop reading.  All I can think about was Katniss and what will happen next.  I wasn't prepared for the huge change in my routine.  I just wish that the book series didn't end so fast.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HJKVVJ0YAISX?ASIN=0439023521	the best book yet	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">when my mammaw bought me the book i started reading it and i did not like it well then came out the movie and i just had to she the movie soooooooooo my mom made me read thw book and i loved it thank u soooooooooo much</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GL23F7L7EQML?ASIN=0439023521	Such a good book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I very much enjoyed the hunger games. The first one was so good however I didn't feel the same about the series as I did about the first book. It was a really really good book, but the third was a bit strange to me....</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KA034PRTJZ2P?ASIN=0439023521	I LOVE THIS BOOK	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is one of those books that after I put it down I can't forget about it!!  It is one of my top 10 books, right up there with ""Captain Correli's Mandolin,"" ""This Much I Know is True,"" and ""The Book Thief.""  READ IT!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JWJ0MT2ZBEB1?ASIN=0439023521	Great, fast read but somewhat predictable	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great, fast-paced read. It keeps you turning the pages but the narrative arch is somewhat predictable. Don't get me wrong; it makes for an entertaining and light read, but it keeps you wanting for more depth.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3ERQWDEK5O6AX?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games Review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well at first I got a little bit bored but when they actually got into the killing arena then with a mix of bloodthirst from all the district players it turned out to be one of the greatest books that I have ever read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3900GFVLP31FF?ASIN=0439023521	It was ok	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was ok, but he could have done a much better job if he would have spent more time on the story line. He left a lot of holes through out the book! But I guess that is what you get fore $3.99, a half }#% story.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KYTNODMS7XYF?ASIN=0439023521	Can I Give It A Higher Rating?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">oh my goss this is a great book. i fell in love with Peeta. i could not beilive the way it emded iy lefyt me in tears and now i am so gittery that i am littarly shaking as i write this.  :)  I LOVE THE HUNGER GAMES.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQOPI5PEMO2V8?ASIN=0439023521	truyh in oppression,	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger games is about truth in oppression and man kinds inhumanity to man. In that sense it's a stroke of genius, It's not Indiana Jones adventure which I think of as more kid friendly than peer killing off peer.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8QJ1UGKIOX5T?ASIN=0439023521	i havnt read all but...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i havmt read all but ive read a few pages. i love peeta. i hate cato. everyone loves him. i don see why. i also dont see why people have to be so harsh on the book. and say that people umder 14 soulsnt read it. im 11</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14Z8Y62E7Y66J?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is absoluetly incredible. It is so well written you feel like you are in the ""Games"" yourself. I have yet to read book 2 or book 3 but on its own this book ranks very high. I hope the movie does it justice.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13FE0BLTUAA85?ASIN=0439023521	One of my new favorites!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was instantly hooked on this book from the first page.  It's a great story of love and oppression.  I recommend this to adults also.  As soon as I finished this one, it was straight to the next book in the trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RX1185HFVE5J7?ASIN=0439023521	why dont all of you haters just shut up!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i dont care what anyone else says this was an amazing book and i loved everything about it. i love the plot the charactors and everything about it it is the perfect balance of love action and protection. for all of you ppl out there reading this well get the book right away you wont be able to put it down for a second yeah there r some problems with it but no one i know can right a perfect book without haters messing with it although id have to say the ppl making fun of it well they hit it right on and i love it i love both of them and hav reread this book at least three times including the hunger pains . .  . . .. . .</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CYC0XIFSP53Y?ASIN=0439023521	Best Book in my Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought this because I was intrigued by the upcoming movie.  I know movies are never as good as the book, so I bought the book. Boy, oh boy, was I surprised.  I could literally not put down my Kindle.  This book has it all; imagination, fantasy, sci-fi, love, adventure, surprises, and, of course, Big Brother.  What else could you ask for, and, a girl/woman warrior.  A girl/woman hero is appreciated as I am a woman, and it is a good role model, as many times brute strength can be overcome by using your mind.  I absolutely loved this book, and I can't see anyone being disappointed, unless you just read non-fiction.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2K5E0DCAXKW1X?ASIN=0439023521	HUNGER  GAMES	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It  showed  to much  evil  of  some  people,  very  troubling  the  treatment  of  children.<br/>How  can any  one  think  of  such  evil  ????  I  will  not  recommend  it  as a book  to enjoy<br/>Georgia  Speak</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3B0FNF4BRX8FH?ASIN=0439023521	addicting, fast and awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">like most of the reviews say, this book was awesome. incredibly creative and addicting to read. easy to finish in a sitting or two. all three of the books in this series were very very easy and pleasurable to read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XMTIE0JGNZO2?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The hunger games was a book I never thought I would read but when I was given it as a class project it changed everything. I couldn't put the book down and I just loved it I even we.t out to buy the next two books.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUP0YSWSTW0VD?ASIN=0439023521	Such a Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't like to read, but i wanted to give it a shot and saw that this book was very high rated on amazon and barnes and nobile so i bought it and let me just say wow.<br/>I can barely put it down.<br/>READ read read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3EP0BANOWAFWD?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games Leaves You Wanting Another Serving	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This story grabs you from the first chapter and never lets go. This well-written tome crosses the generational gap.  Nice to see young adults, parents and grandparents sharing the same experience at the same time.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1S89OUGJH6T57?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the first book of the trilogy! It was exciting and frightening and I'm waiting anxiously for the movie. I've seen the trailer and it's going to be edge of the seat, just like the book. Kudos to the author.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZL59QULFPO6C?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is truly magnificent.  Engaging, well paced, heartfelt.  I like that the plot holds surprises and is not predictable at all.  When I finished this book I immediately jumped into the second in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R170I41KSE3ZZJ?ASIN=0439023521	Loved the Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is incredible.  The character development is riveting and the plot is exciting.  I can't wait to read the second and third book in the trilogy!  And I can't wait for the movie to come out in Spring 2012!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RR0JOTG5D1QH?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games is the best book ever!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It all begins when Katniss Everdeen Volenteers for her sister to virtualy die.  The story takes a strange twist when Katniss finds herself in love with a componet. Somone destin to die. This is the best book ever!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UTD4I9GXMNRD?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing book, great quality	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't have a Kindle, I just use the app on my iPad. Since Hunger Games isn't available through iBooks, I had to use the Kindle app. I love how easy it is to use. The story is amazing and so easy to get lost in.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGMFOQEREKUDA?ASIN=0439023521	Unoriginal, bad writing, bad reading, and utterly predictable	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a toned down version of Battle Royale.  How cheap does an author have to be to steal an idea from another book or movie!  In any case, I listened to the audio version of the book and really struggled because not only is the book badly written, Carolyn McCormick's reading was awful.  I thought she was just a bad actor in Law and Order but now I know she's no better in reading books aloud for audiences.  Ugh!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3A8CW9F8MR3WT?ASIN=0439023521	I hated it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Perhaps it's just a preference, but I'm not really into the whole dystopian society kind of book. But I read The Hunger Games anyway because I'd heard good things.<br/><br/>I started reading, and immediately was bored, but I continued because I assured myself it would get better-- or why else would so many people adore it?<br/><br/>Well I soon found that just because it is a well known book doesn't make it a GOOD book. I love to read, and I'm open to different genres, but this book was complete rubbish for me.<br/><br/>It was extremely boring and I didn't care much for any of the characters. I had to force myself to read at one point, but I eventually gave up.<br/><br/>I'll admit-- the plot sounds promising at first glance, but the author just wasn't able to make it work. The book didn't pull me in, didn't make much sense, and frankly bored me to death.<br/><br/>The Hungers Games was basically a really bad wannabe action movie, but far worse. What makes it worse is that the author went on to write another book, and created a trilogy. I'm fed up with hearing about this book and movie. I did see the movie, and it was equally as bad. It was a regrettable decision.<br/><br/>Throughout the book I kept wondering why Katniss didn't just kill herself. I know that sounds harsh but she was so miserable and it reflected throughout, and she lived in a mindless dystopian society that didn't have any qualms about fighting children to the death for amusement. The whole idea seemed ridiculous and unlikely to me, too fictional but trying to be real-- and it just doesn't work.<br/><br/>The book TRIES to catch your emotions but the only emotion I felt while reading was boredom. I literally had to force myself to finish at some points. I felt that the author could have made the book more interesting and make it not sound like a history textbook.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IH68S7Y3607C?ASIN=0439023521	First impression, that probably won't last.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have only read the book once, for overall impression, not the two or three times I generally read before posting a review. That being said, I'll probably go back and alter this review after doing the second and third readings.<br/><br/>First impression of the Hunger Games . . . blah. The idea intrigued me to start. A tween book that tries to imply something about media hype and morality sounds like a good idea. On the surface.<br/><br/>The author has done a disservice to the tween readers she intended the book to be for.<br/><br/>1. The writing style. First person is annoying to me because it's a weak POV to write such a supposedly brutal book in. It can be done, but this author has not managed to pull it off. Secondly it's first person present. Present tense is . . . weak writing in any case. It sounds like somebody relaying what they're doing while they wash the dishes and talk on the phone. ""Okay, now I'm prerinsing dishes. I put the cups in one stack, the plates in another, then I put the silverware in the sink. Next I scrub the silverware and sink the plates into the water."" Thirdly, her tense tends to flip flop. Occasionally she slips into past tense, then back to present tense, as though she's not sure what tense she really wants to use.<br/><br/>2. Flat characters. Katniss is clueless, apathetic, and indecisive. Most of the important desisions have been taken away from her by circumstance, and the rest by bullying adults. Only a few decisions are made by her, and those tend to end in disaster for others because they try their best to please her, when she's not a person worth pleasing. I found her a very unlikable girl, because of her sullen attitude and her apathy toward anything that does not serve her own interests. Peeta on the other hand is the typical gentle soul, with not a stitch of guile in him. How he ended up with the career killers in the games is beyond me. He's likeable, but he's still apathetic to anything that does not serve his own purposes. Gale is probably the most motivated character in the books. His main motivation is to supply food and money for his family, and after Katniss leaves, also for hers. If the author wanted me to care about these characters she fell on her face.<br/><br/>3. Alien world. The idea of reality television gone gory is not a new idea. Think Running Man, and the newer movie Gamer. While the books dredge up the idea of the message sent by those movies, it doesn't come close to touching the fear felt when one thinks that this kind of media might some day become the norm. Unfortunately the technology in the books is both alien enough to throw me out of suspension of disbelief, and not researched enough to make it believable. Medicines and technology can do miraculous things that stretch the ability to believe in them. Burn cream that heals after one application, a single injection that cures blood poisoning, magical cosmetics that erase scars and blemishes in a single application. My agrivaton with the technology is not enough to soil my enjoyment of the story, but it is a source of frustration when it kicks me out of the story and makes my mind wander to why or how that could possibly work.<br/><br/>4. Political agenda. I won't spend much time on this, as someone else already mentioned it at length. The author seems to be bashing centralized governments, without justifying WHAT about them is so bad. Compound this with the loose resembelance to our own government, and you're left with a feeling of . . .<br/>That's it. Just . . .<br/>A lot of people are claiming that the author was trying for a 1984esk feeling for the book, but it doesn't even come close. President Snow becomes more like evil Emporer Palpatine from Star Wars as the series goes on. The rest of the Capitol citizens take on the image of cluless, childlike people who have no sense of reality verses fantasy. Compound that with the overwhelming influence of machavelian thought, and you get again, the flat characters with no care for anything that does not further their own goals.<br/><br/>5. Romance. I realize that this is after all a tween book, and has some fomula involved that states there must be a love triangle. However, I think this type of book had no business being about romance. The book became frustrating quickly, not only because of the elements mentioned above, but also because the romance angle took too much of the center stage away from the moral questions the book was intended to adress. Add again, the machavelian motivations of the characters for why they chose who they choose, and why . . . and the romance is rendered more about convenience and selfishness than it is about romantic entanglment verses survival verses moral issues.<br/><br/>Overall, I'm left with a sense of frustration. As a book for enjoyment, it comes close to being that. Not quite, but close. As a book that tries to bring up hard questions and induce deep thought . . . it falls flat on it's face. I wish I could say that the author did better with the other two, but she did not. Sadly I don't know if it was lack of experience in thought provocative material for older readers, or sloppiness of writing an plotting, I do not know. I just know that I'm disappointed.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RE8NX1A4ZKKAA?ASIN=0439023521	Not Sure What The Fuss Is About	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Maybe I just read too much sci-fi. Maybe, as an adult, I've outgrown adolescent fiction. Maybe the distopian worlds of 1984, Animal Farm, and Fahrenheit 451 outshine this book so much I'm failing to notice its strong suits, but I honestly have no clue why everyone loves this book.<br/><br/>As I continually rolled my eyes at heavy handed sentences, droll characters, and implausible circumstances I held out for a plot twist that would finally validate the hoorah I'd been earing about this book. In the end, I was sadly disappointed.<br/><br/>It's not that there aren't moments I enjoyed the book, but I found most of it stale, unoriginal, overdone. The ""battle royalle"" is not a new concept. Although it's typically no more than a shoot-em up, thoughtless plot I've already seen the previews for Deathrace, Smokin' Aces, Gamer, and many other of their like. I haven't seen one of them because this isn't a plot I associate with quality. For whatever reason I thought The Hunger Games would be different.<br/><br/>I found myself wishing for more action sequences...it seems our protagonist makes her way to the top ranks of The Hunger Games more through luck than battle prowess. I rolled my eyes at her strategy, at the unlikeliness of the allegiances formed (particularly the four strongest allying against the non-threats). I found some survival tactics used completely wrong...particularly cutting a hole in the side of a thermal sleeping bag. Oh and let's not forget that she manages to get her hands on a pair of night vision goggles, but still only hunts (both game and contenders) in the day.<br/><br/>The only part of this that interested me was the world Collins has created, but even that was sparsely seasoned compared to the rich world of 1984 or the decadent allegory of Animal Farm. In the end, The Hunger Games only teased my appetite for literature or more sustenance, and more spice.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38RB7UI9T0W3T?ASIN=0439023521	This book is way overhyped	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">For three of four years now, people have been telling me to read this book, and I always told them I might. But once I saw the movie trailer (which was amazing), I decided to finally read The Hunger Games. Too bad everything everyone told me about this book is extremely false, and makes me wonder about my friends' intelligence.<br/><br/>Pros:<br/>-Very interesting story idea<br/>-Imaginative world<br/>-Decent character development<br/><br/>Cons:<br/>-Written in first person, so it automatically creates two flaws: 1. Obviously the main character will survive, because she's telling the story. So if she dies, the book would just end. 2. There are so many interesting things happening in the arena, but we can't see them because its told from one person's point of view, and unfortunately, this person, Katniss, is not doing anything all that interesting.<br/>-Written horribly. This is the only Suzanne Collins book I can remember reading, so I don't know if she is always a bad writer, or if its just with this book, but the writing was so awful, I just wanted to throw my Kindle against the wall. This ""book"" feels more like a rough draft. Everything seemed like the beginning of an idea, not a fully thought-out story.<br/>-The story seemed like it should play out like an action story, but turns out to be a really awkward and uncomfortable love story.<br/>-All the main character does is whine<br/>-The premise of the story makes you think there will be a lot of action, but it is all avoided in very cheap ways. (Spoiler alert): When you think Katniss is going to have to kill Peeta, a voice comes over the speakers announcing a rule change that says they can both live if they're the last two standing. It completely eliminated the main conflict and the most suspenseful and interesting part of the story. Also, at the end, when you think they're about to have an epic battle with Cato, these things called ""Mutts"" come and take care of Cato for them (basically). Oh yeah, and the Mutts were weird and kind of stupid.<br/>-Bad ending.<br/><br/>Overall:<br/>Unless you really want to read the book before you see the movie, go for it. But if you don't really want to waste your money, I'd say just wait for the movie. Just the trailer alone is better than this book.<br/><br/>To all you strong followers of this book:<br/>Before you start posting hate comments like crazy, or get your feelings hurt over this review, I want you to know that its just one person's opinion. If you love this book, so be it. But your life isn't ruined because of it.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2T6M4UIJVHQOL?ASIN=0439023521	Nurse	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing :)<br/>Endlessly entertaining with an ending to keep you hooked for reading the next book. I will  recommend to any teen or 20 something. Going to start reading the next one as soon as I get a chance.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBXYY1ZH62QG2?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wasn't sure what all the rave was about but decided to read it based upon a friend's recommendation. From chapter one I was hooked. Easy read but thoroughly engrossing. I was so sad when I finished the read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SAJJYNL5XK0Z?ASIN=0439023521	Loved this... Twilight fan too.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Super good series, I've read Hunger Games and Catching Fire and can't wait for the 3rd one I heard it's going to be called ""The Victors""<br/>Also loved the Twilight series and the 1st so far of the FALLEN series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SDBUOCWA2R8T?ASIN=0439023521	great, quick read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I READ THIS BOOK IN LITERALLY 4 HOURS IT WAS AMAZING. I wanted to read the book before I saw the movie, and I'm so glad I did! I have since read all 3 of the books in the series and I really like all of them.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1AGROWGJB5NP4?ASIN=0439023521	Books	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I placed a multi book order with this company.  All three books arrived before the expected due date and in perfect order. I even wrote a package review that was also done well.<br/><br/>Thank you very much,<br/>Laura</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1V6LJOHLXY6L9?ASIN=0439023521	AWESOME!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was awesome!  I read it in half a day, I just couldn't put it down!  I am almost done the second book which is just as good, &amp; can't wait to start the last book in the series!  This is a must read!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVES06YWG0CL8?ASIN=0439023521	Enthralling read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely loved this book. Kept me enthralled from beginning to end. Looking forward to reading the 2nd book in the series. And can't wait to see the movie, which comes out next year &amp; has an amazing cast.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1U23YQS072OZ8?ASIN=0439023521	A.M.A.Z.I.N.G!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was the BEST book i have EVER read! At first i didnt like it but after i got into i LOVED it! ALmost half of my grade has read it nd they all love it (well excpt for one person but nobidy likes him -_-)</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17CMLA6L0NB71?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book! I couldn't put it down and was soooo glad the 2nd book as already available! You have to keep reading, because you can't stand to go to sleep until you know what happens. Action packed!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R393KEIVL69838?ASIN=0439023521	great series!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great series of books and i wanted them all in hardcover for future reading. I was very excited to find them at such a great price! Shipping prices were great and they were delivered very speedily</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18XMWHHSQXLSS?ASIN=0439023521	Could you do more than one book of this??	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is by far an original stroy, is a actually pretty close to Battle Royale witch, I have only seen the movie, but the comparison in uneatable.<br/>But,even thou, is a good book...interesting and has his moments and stuff to say. I love the writing but hate the stuff that it was put there just to work his way in to teenagers minds.<br/>I really don't know if this concept will hole for another two books, I really don't know if i'm gonna read them, but, I recommend this one to any person that want's a little action pack-teen book with some stuff to say about violence in media and reality TV</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CGWCDASW71GH?ASIN=0439023521	Sick	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">To imagine this story being recommended for teenagers is beyond my comprehension.  Violent, vicious.  Gratuitous blood letting.  I stopped after the first book and have no intention of reading any others.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PBI89K9EJYXL?ASIN=0439023521	Ther Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A real page turner!  Science fiction says so much about our present society and how easily freedom can be lost.  Hunger Games was well-written and engaged me immensely.  A book I did not want to put down.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KG42BJR6V6V5?ASIN=0439023521	Amazin book, Amazing plot	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book really bring the character emotion to the reader . As I was reading this I really felt like I was in the story. This is one of the best book I read. This story well have you drawn to it for days.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10V7Q234HNRTD?ASIN=0439023521	Must read if you like survival, hunting, and adventure	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Interesting plot, great characters, and Collins does a great job imprinting a picture of what everything should be and look like. Would love to write more but would only spoil what you MUST READ yourself.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UPP9QGETW2I6?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games, im addicted	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Thanks for shipping my book in a timely manner. I just finished this book and it was great. I just ordered the other 2 books from amazon. I don't know if it was the same person as before but thanks again!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BUZ5AZC6FWXJ?ASIN=0439023521	Good Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book. I couldn't put it down for very long. The wolf creatures really surprised me.  I definelty didn't see that coming. I didn't like the ending but, I guess I will just have to read the 2nd book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R364WS12G941AC?ASIN=0439023521	good, easy read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was looking for something plain and easy to read or my long nights nursing my baby, this is a good book to pass some time being entertained. Nothing mysterious in the story so it's quite fast to read.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R146GDM8NTBL79?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Purchased all three of the Hunger Games Trilogies. These were gifts for a friend. He absolutly loves these books and can't seem to read them fast enough. This was a great buy. Would definetly reccomend.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QN5ZOZJ8PJUB?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is a very well written book.  It kept my attention all the way through.  I highly recommend this book.  After reading this book, I order the rest of the series.  I enjoyed all three very much.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PTCDXPR5C2LT?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Its a captivating read and I'm looking forward to the rest of the series.  Books could be a little cheaper. Seeing how the content is not bound and not on paper why is the price the same as a paperback?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QCJ964W64Z3D?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is a wonderful book!  I can easily see it replacing Lord of the Flies as required high school reading at some point in the future.  I love this book and can read it over and over again!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MOJJMIAJUQPN?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZINGNESS!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved it! I could NOT PUT THE BOOK DOWN! If you loved Graceling, you love this book even better! I was soooooooo mad when i finished it! I can't wait for the sequal! READ IT! You won't be disappointed!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2704IXILKKPT7?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Ammo the world of impact on the first place in the first time since the world is not responsible for the first to comment on the h ago found this is not a great way to get a porn star dancing on my lap</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QW051Z7J03QL?ASIN=0439023521	Great book. Easy read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book caught my attention from the first few pages. It's an easy read and will keep your attention. You're able to get to know the characters immediately and you'll find this book hard to put down!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BHRSYXCPL1RD?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I haven't read a book this good in really long time. I really have nothing negative to say about it. Without a doubt Suzanne Collins is master at writing. I can't wait to read what else she's written.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXLSYYVPI81NS?ASIN=0439023521	Addictive	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put it down. I sat in the park and read for hours without realizing and walked away with a sunburn. Highly recommend this book. If you like Harry Potter and action books, you'll love this.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KO09W7D487RK?ASIN=0439023521	Surprisingly good!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I must say I didn't think much of this book in the beginning despite all the raving reviews but after a couple chapters into the book I was hooked. This book was extremely hard to put down. I kept thinking to myself that I will take a break after reading a chapter but the last sentence of each chapter always hooks you back in making you want to read on. Flawless job by the author. I would highly recommend this book and I can't wait till the movie comes out!! Hopefully the director does this movie justice as in many cases I believe the movies fail to live up the books.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3U8L664YJLX62?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is absolutely amazing! I'm not even half way through it, and I've already ordered the other two books from the trilogy. If they're anywhere near as good as this one, they're worth the read!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37F9L11KFA4XU?ASIN=0439023521	Where have I been?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't know why I waited so long to pick up this series but I'm so glad I finally did.  I don't think I really need to add another glowing review, but if you are considering reading this book do it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RESZN9FFVA0GG?ASIN=0439023521	Not what I expected!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">At first, when I heard about this book, I didn't think I'd like it. But the author completely captivates you from the first page. This first book is amazing. I can NOT wait until the movie comes out!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13ILS5O1YK4FU?ASIN=0439023521	A	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">And<br/>The<br/>When<br/>If<br/>We're<br/>Go<br/>Tyrant<br/>Gentle<br/>Firm<br/>Fast<br/>Slow<br/>Snow<br/>Rain<br/>Sleet<br/>Hail<br/>Jail<br/>Prison<br/>Coffin<br/>Urn<br/>Grave</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIGBL3VLL6O80?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am a 12 year girl who frequently and I have read hundreds of books. This is by far the best book I have ever read I cant wait to read the rest of the books in the series! -Maggie (Selinsgrove, PA)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31CL5QPIWW78A?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I found this book to be one of the best I've read in the past year or so. It was slow to start, but after the second chapter things really picked up and I have recommended it to many of my friends.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3D2B4Z192XMUU?ASIN=0439023521	LOVE, LOVE, LOVE IT!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a book I could not put down.  The excitement of what be coming was constant and the characters were extremely well written.  I read all three of these books in less than 2 weeks...amazing!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5LQNNA4XGGZ1?ASIN=0439023521	Super fast shipping	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I actually can't believe how quickly I received my book! It was in perfect condition like stated. I'm really pleased with product and promptness and would certainly purchase from this seller again</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NRK2OLQSFJT4?ASIN=0439023521	fantastic!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Greatest. Book. Ever.<br/>Could not put this down, read all three books in this series in five days. Very gripping and intense. All three books were good but the first one is absolutely the best.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HEBVAT580B3I?ASIN=0439023521	Great read for all ages	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I picked this book up for my 11 year old niece. I began flipping through it and could not put it down. Three days later I was finished and finally give it to her. Great story, not too far fetched.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2X0ZZG873PU8J?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Katniss is the ultimate big sister, who volunteers to enter a match that means certain death for 23 other children. The book is an easy read and will have you staying up until you finish the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CXTG66WIMWO4?ASIN=0439023521	I LOVE THE HUNGER GAMES!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I got the books from my school library, and I LOVE IT! Katniss is so awesome, Peeta is so nice, and Rue is the sweetest thing EVER! I cried when she died. :( So sad. But overall, BEST BOOK EVER!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2R6K97QKPLSB2?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What makes these books so good is this could really be reality, she makes them so real. I love her writing and the story line is AWESOME!!!! A must read!! Get the other 2, they are just as good!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3ZX8JDNJQ8IF?ASIN=0439023521	Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a pretty good story.  The characters are interesting and, though it seems like you could guess everything that's going to happen, you're probably wrong.  Not much humor, but a good read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3W06LU4O3E4CR?ASIN=0439023521	Torture	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After reading ""The Hunger Games,"" I couldn't believe how disturbing it was.  Especially the end dying scene with the prolonged agony.  Basically, if you enjoy the sadistic torture of teenagers, this book is for you.  If not, skip it.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3C2VI4Z7WOGSS?ASIN=0439023521	Great story telling	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">While the book may not be the best writing of all time, the story telling is wonderful.  Like any good story, you are left wanting more, which means you end up buying the second and third books!</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6DKQC09MDMF3?ASIN=0439023521	Great books!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed the Hunger Games trilogy.  The concept of the story is pretty messed up but the characters are engaging and entertaining.  These books are addictive.  I flew right through them!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R258NCA56ZYB70?ASIN=0439023521	very good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">at first i didnt want to read this book but then it got interesting. it makes you wonder wht you would do in this situation. very well written a good read. i highly encourage anyone to read this</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXF7GUCZS1X59?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">3 stars<br/><br/> I rated  this book three stars because  the detail and flashbacks<br/>Were entertaining while the way they left you in the dark about<br/>Some crucial facts bring it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBJ20M5JHIIE5?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">the book hunger games great condition arrive early and the price was affordable. So very satisfy, Its was for my daughter love the book read it in 2 weeks, we are going to the other two series.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HITH7Z5PZS5Q?ASIN=0439023521	MUST read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm not a huge reader but once i started this series, I literally could not stop!! I found myself grabbing my kindle as soon as my kids went to bed, during nap time, etc. What a fantastic book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UTLTPTY0440E?ASIN=0439023521	Just OK reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Too much violence in these books. Would not recommend the trilogy. Only read all three because I wanted to know the ending. The first book was OK but the rest were substandard.Very over-rated.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UVBUBLME1731?ASIN=0439023521	Obsessed doesn't even begin to cover it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Usually, it takes me a few chapters to get hooked on a book. This took me two pages. Great story line, great writing. I have recommended this book to several friends who are addicted now also.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1C8QY4QZL51RL?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book kept me hooked from beginning to end.  Rarely anymore do I find a book that keeps me glued to my chair late into the evening and early morning hours, but this was definitely the one!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBL8CA7XL2XWH?ASIN=0439023521	sad	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book, as well as the movie is well done, BUT-it presents as a fantasy what is real- they describe what we have now!!! with one % or less controlling the wealth. The Occupy movement was not a solution in that it proposed no strategy-<br/>Donald Sutherland opines that a future leader will come out of the Occupy Movement?<br/><br/>but to me- the movie spokespeople- the director, the ""stars""? the people who made this movie are, unfortunately, liberals- not radicals!<br/><br/>The ""Capital"" is clearly Washington, DC- with its lobbyists and fat cat politicians. The movie ends on the note that the couple will give the dispossessed Districts ""hope""? No- revolution and struggle would give them hope.<br/><br/>The book and movie could have gone further and pointed out how radical movements- like those of civil rights or peace in the 1960's- actually led to read change? But it does not. It has people in District 11 raising their fists in a v signal- but they don't fight back- they don't attack the storm troopers.<br/><br/>Juvenile, frivolous- are two words that come to mind- altho I enjoyed watching it as a story- that is not enough.<br/><br/>The movie is not that far from the ""reality tv"" it supposedly lampoons. It seems to be written by a suburban house wife w limited experience. In life!! It actually ends as if the arranged marriage could be a solution- it does not question. Pathetic!!!<br/><br/>Try a couple of documentaries- ""The Battle of Algiers"" and ""Freedom Riders"". No one has the courage to do a fictional treatment of what needs to be done!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10DMO26MBTUCN?ASIN=0439023521	My son loves it.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My son has The Hunger Games Trilogy Boxed Set, however he lost this book 1 in school.<br/>He really liked it a lot, so we decided to get him one again.<br/>He re read over and over again...</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AGOSBL51TX81?ASIN=0439023521	Best of the trilogy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Was such a great read that I couldn't wait to read the next 2 books.  The other books in the trilogy were mostly disappointing.  They could have been made into 1 book--needed a better editor.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IO8SN3IB21GE?ASIN=0439023521	Entertaining is not strong enough!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am an avid reader and very rarely do I read books more than once. I read this series twice in one month. I can't say enough about how entertaining it was. This is a must read for everyone!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QTH2M2X6LI0C?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing Story!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Definitely a book (trilogy) that I would recommend to just about anyone.  It has it all, adventure, character development, conflict, conspiracy... It kept me interested from start to finish!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R148XDTHAGUI7N?ASIN=0439023521	Worth it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely loved Stephanie Meyer's Twilight so when she recommended this book so highly I had to snatch it up.  It was very engaging and I am awaiting a sequel, but not the best book ever.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1S97F81IHTKU3?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I give this book a definite 5 Stars because I've never read a book like that before. The suspense the thrills and the excitement of how the book was thought of! Thank you Suzanne Collins...</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CQK799DB6SRP?ASIN=0439023521	Could Not Put Down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book along with the other 2 in the series! The books were engaging and kept me entertained to the end. I was extremely sad when I finished them and will probably re-read soon!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ICSCP79G9SFY?ASIN=0439023521	Well done.....	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fast moving, twists and turns and likable characters. Interesting story line. I was surprised that I liked it as much as I did with all the hype, but I stayed up half the night to finish.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31DRB3LHNAPXM?ASIN=0439023521	A page turner, excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am very pleased with this book, and I can't wait to read the next one.  I am not usually one for these type of ""series"" books, I never read Twilight or Harry Potter, or any of that stuff, but decided to read this after my boss let me borrow it.  I loved it. I couldn't put it down. I was up until 3 a.m. finishing it last night.  Now I can't wait to read the next in the series.  I am in my 30s too, and still enjoyed this, and like I said before I am not one to read these sort of books. Now that I read the book I can go see the movie!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VEBFEV5125I1?ASIN=0439023521	Perfect condition/Quick Delivery	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very happy with the service and quality.  Book is in great condition.  Very satisfied with the packaging, condition of book and the quick delivery.  Definitely will look to purchase again.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LCWZV8YYWYT4?ASIN=0439023521	One of the best books i have ever read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was the first book I have read by Suzanne Collins and it wasn't the last. This book kept me reading to the very end.(To be perfectly honest I wanted Rue to win the minute I meet her.)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30VR5YWUZCR6C?ASIN=0439023521	Boring	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Yep, boring. Admittedly, I'm 57 and I've been reading SF and fantasy since I was in first grade. Maybe I'm spoiled. But this book didn't truly engage me. The writing's flat. Reading it was like listening to someone reciting in a monotone. The characters aren't that interesting, the premise isn't that original, and there were only flickers of suspense. I'm glad I borrowed it, and didn't spend money on it! I'd much rather go re-read a book like Heinlein's <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Tunnel-in-the-Sky/dp/1416505512"">Tunnel in the Sky</a>, which is a lot more suspenseful and fun.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2942ET1X8YJ8A?ASIN=0439023521	unbelievable!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was so disturbing that I felt disgusted at how into it I was.  I can't believe that someone came up with a story like this!  Once you start reading it, you will not put it down.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YPLDOZSDYBUU?ASIN=0439023521	Love it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was such a great book. I couldn't put it down, &amp; when I did all I wanted to be doing was reading my book! I highly recommend The Hunger Games to those of you who have yet to read it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKJJS1LU550L7?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was a great book to read. It is perfect for light and fun reading. Couldn't put it down, after finishing the book, I immediately bought the second book in the trilogy. Loved it!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OPKD5Z2O4W61?ASIN=0439023521	Phenomenal!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So different from anything I have ever read before, but I was hooked from page one. What a different and interesting concept. Worth reading again and I can't wait to start the second one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35QJVP3PE0HPA?ASIN=0439023521	best book EVER!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book blew my mind with the action and romance. Collins has created a masterpeice that is awesome. It kept me sucked in from start to finish. thanks so much Collins! I love your work!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SXHZXAH4BXTO?ASIN=0439023521	Good in its own Right	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Pretty much an American remake of Japanese book ""Battle Royale."" Is interesting and engaging in its own way, but cannot outshine the visions of brutality and humanity of its predecessor.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27E0JEB02HIA4?ASIN=0439023521	Unforgettable	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Just like Katniss, the girl on fire, Suzanne Collins makes herself unforgettable with this novel. I couldn't put it down until I was finished, and even then only to go buy the next book!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22V8UQF6MGAB2?ASIN=0439023521	best book i have read on my kindle	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was a very exciting book. While i wouldnt find it a good read for kids i found it too enjoyable to put down. I cant wait to start the second book to find out what happens next.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LNVD51G2W71D?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you want me to write a book review, tell me right upfront. If you just ask me to give it a star rating, then when I do you ask me to give a review, it's a whole like bait and switch.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OQB9WCVFZRQ9?ASIN=0439023521	Michelle's favorite	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of the best books I have ever read.  The pages flew, and I just couldn't get enough.  I would definitely suggest this book to anyone who loves suspense, and a character to root for.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZCFO8Y4YZ8W6?ASIN=0439023521	Suprisingly captivating	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I finaly decided to read this book after several people recommended it to me.  I did not know what to expect when I starting to read, but I was suprised at how fast I was captivated.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YPS255EQL2L5?ASIN=0439023521	The best book ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is the best book in history because of the theme and the drama and the romance. My favourite part of the book is when katniss and peeta find each other and they fall in love</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VMKH73PG8DD0?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the best book I've read in a long time. Can't wait to see the movie...I wanted to read the book first. Other people had recommended reading the book before watching the movie.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IWEATYC9GYA2?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Im very impressed with the purchase I made of The Hunger games. I purchased this title on my Kindle Fire. Within mintues I received it. Im very pleased with both my Fire and the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGAHIGXOB4M17?ASIN=0439023521	great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Once I picked up the book it was difficult to set down.  This is an easy read that will keep you captivated throughout.  I highly recommend reading this book for teenagers and adults.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ACK25ZXAMLMZ?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this right before the movie came out, and I loved it! Amazon is a great place to get cheap books, and I am so glad I bought this book for so much less than at barnes and noble!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3EEIBYK79W8FK?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I started this book thinking it more for the younger generation of high school age. I ended up hooked and running to get the 2nd book so I could see what happened next. A great read!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RS9JHY89DT5R9?ASIN=0439023521	Good, after a slow start	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was slow to start, but after that it kept my interest well. There were lots of obvious flaws in the ""games"", but the author kept them interesting enough to keep you reading.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TXWS02EWYJ6A?ASIN=0439023521	X-tremely Good Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins is an amazing author!I started reading this because I wanted to read it before the movie came out but now I'm reading the entire series.Bottom-line is read this book!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IJ3WVGKPINPQ?ASIN=0439023521	Just Great!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved this book.  Keeps you wanting more all the way through! You never want it to end! As soon as I was done reading, I had to start reading the 2nd book Catching Fire the next day!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BY35AOMYLGRY?ASIN=0439023521	cool x2	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i love this book because it seems like it could really happen the writing  is amazing the story is fun and katniss is such a great character she dose what i feel i would in her life</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTAJQXL5MZ8Z?ASIN=0439023521	Thought provoking	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is entertaining. It also is thought provoking. The story leads the reader to begin exploring what our world would be like if we don't protect our natural resources.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1G6LSKA8TEKXW?ASIN=0439023521	Running Man meets Lord of the Flies	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book. I know it's cliche, but I couldn't put it down. Reminded me of a lot of other books but was original enough to hold its own. It would make a great movie too. Hint, hint.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1B7UMP9SMMMDR?ASIN=0439023521	Reminds me why I hate reality shows	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I should have seen this coming. I hate reality shows like ""Survivor"" and I knew from the movie previews that this book would be something like that. Yes, its basically ""Survivor"" set in the future except that the contestants are not merely voted off, they are killed off and the last survivor wins. The main character is an expert game hunter but we are deprived of any real hunting knowledge as there is absolutely no detail given. We just read that traps are set and rabbits are caught to give one typical example.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLDDJHVQ5TFOZ?ASIN=0439023521	Hard to put down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I picked this one up on a whim...sure glad I did. I found it hard to stop reading.  This book may have been written for young adults, but it sure kept my interest.  A definate yes!</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2D79I96B5DOME?ASIN=0439023521	Great series, but not for 12 year olds	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved these books as did my husband, but I think 12 years old is too young. Children killing children isn't a good thing for our children to read, in my opinion. Many children are exposed to too much violence at ages where they aren't able to separate it from the real world. Could this potentially happen in our country/world? Would they ever have to kill another child? I think a better age would be 14+. It would be 5-stars for adults, but I made it 1-star because it is inappropriate for 12 year olds IMO.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ED41SBF7L61?ASIN=0439023521	Good book, written for tweens.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed it. I am a 41 year old male, but still read it with a feeling of being entertained. But this really is written more for the Justin Bieber fan than the old school rocker.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJUDKPPIYMU3T?ASIN=0439023521	Wow... what a book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really liked this book! It was hard to put down and I ended up reading it in two days... :) If you are thinking about reading it, stop thinking and read it! Highly recommended!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUKTY6N775CZB?ASIN=0439023521	Shelley Rosenberry	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was the best book I have read in years. I literally did not want to put it down. Once the actual hunger games start, it is action packed with twists and turns. Amazing book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34QHJ62PG2JKQ?ASIN=0439023521	Great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was skeptical of this book....I normally don't read science fiction type books....but this was amazing! The story is so very clever, but easy to follow. I definitely recommend!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7CDNPDY5IDLT?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book takes a good look at the route our culture is taking, turning murder into a sport for live entertainment. Couldn't put it down, and I can't wait to finish this series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30VEA5U2MEMPT?ASIN=0439023521	WOW...I couldn't put it down.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This books grabs on and won't let go.  I had a hard time going to sleep after I started this book and now I'm waiting for the UPS man to bring the rest of the series.  Buy it!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17NIH3K3FYE0I?ASIN=0439023521	Love them like I love twilight !:)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">You will love this book!!! I loved all 3 books! After I read twilight I wanted something I would fall in love with just like that... This book did that! You can't put it down ;)</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NN1L1MO7VB7O?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed reading this book to the very exciting end.  I have recommended it to several of my friend. The characters were will defined and the story was very easy to rememeber.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2445LDMT04FEY?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome series!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book. All three books in fact. A bit gruesome in places toward the end of the series especially. A powerful survival story. It makes you think! I definately recommend it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2K0VK8VIPD1DO?ASIN=0439023521	RIVETING!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fast, exciting, consuming, wrenching, brilliant! WOW, there simplying aren't words to describe the range of emotions contained within the pages of this amazing book.  Loved it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3K8PATOKC9FX4?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was a gift and I've been wanting it for a long time! It was worth the wait and I'm so glad I finally own it.  It came in a decent time frame and in great condition.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14H01AKAQ3N12?ASIN=0439023521	girl-driven-crazy-by-love	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">To tell or not to tell ?<br/>I normally don't like to watch the movie before reading the book--<br/>I loved the book more then the movie...<br/>Can't wait to read Part II.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32P62521UJ8HF?ASIN=0439023521	Wow!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have not been this glued to a book since The DaVinci Code. It blows me away that this is young adult reading - don't let the age fool you; the whole series is a must read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2G1KRF1S7XKT?ASIN=0439023521	Watch out Wonder Woman!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this story! It's engaging from the first chapter and I like the strong female lead.  I couldn't put it down and read it in about 3 days and I can't wait for the movie!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QF9UGYIX9SSV?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great, and quick read. I finished the book in a day and enjoyed every moment of it. This book is truly a page turner that sucks you in from the first page.<br/><br/>[...]</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17X5V7B18X2KE?ASIN=0439023521	Best books I've read all year!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved this book and I had a very hard time putting it down at night.  Couldn't wait to read the second and third books which were equally as good!  Can't wait for the movie!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TNWHJDAUKC9E?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this book! It is not one in which you will be thinking deeply, but if you are looking for an enjoyable book for a lazy afternoon or break then buy this one!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1AABJ5C4YYPMK?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was a quick read and I did not find it to lack in a storyline as other teen fiction novels do. I am 25 yrs old and thoroughly enjoyed it. Can't wait for the movie!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16XMJPT6ALG8Q?ASIN=0439023521	Addicted to these books.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't stop reading these books. I went through the trilogy in 4 weeks and I'm a full time student working a full time job. The best SciFi I've read since Ender's Game.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Z7KN6GTA0TQM?ASIN=0439023521	Very good read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very good reading experience.  In some ways better than the first book.  Starts off a little slow, but action builds as the book progresses.  the ending is a real surprise.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ENTLZB2YGYZB?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is a wonderfully easy read. Though it is somewhat predicatable, it is a fun read that will make you want to keep reading. I can't wait to read the next two books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3J2WHA2BC5TYO?ASIN=0439023521	Definetly what I was looking for.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book so much. It took me to a different world. I was very upset when I finshed Mockingjay. I needed a book like this and thank Suzanne Collins for suppling it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2A16RGYGBFZQW?ASIN=0439023521	Good, but a little basic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Overall I thought this was a good, but not great book.  The overall premise I felt was intriguing.  Some may find it hard to buy into though.  I felt the plot development was a little basic and formulaic, i.e. not many twist and turns and those that were there were pretty easy to spot beforehand.  I really would have liked a little more back story and more development into the other ""Tributes"".  Overall, while I enjoyed the book I just would have liked it more with some more depth.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1H51R5BHS3X1G?ASIN=0439023521	poor	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book was in a lot rougher shape then I thought it would be and was written all over.  It did come fast and I can read it but thought it would be in a lot better shape</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GP5Z9B5JQRBU?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games was far better than I had expected. I decided to buy it due to popularity &amp; price. Not sorry I bought it . I also downloaded 2nd &amp; 3rd books to my kindle.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJ14ALCJAY7K7?ASIN=0439023521	a great book!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is great. possibly violent at times. my favorite parts were when katniss cut the tracker-jacker nest off the tree and when  katmiss ate the berries to save peeta</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQ0U5U515PCT9?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A must read for teens and adults alike! I love the perspective it gives readers on how frivolous 1st world countries can be while 3rd world citizens struggle to find food.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PA9A74NH112?ASIN=0439023521	best book i've read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i have read many, and this 1 by far is the best. Its a book that anyone who liked the Pendragon series or the Inhertance series would love. You won't want to put it down!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1AWLCM792ZTX?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games: a fiction novel series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is one of the readings for the book club I belong to.  I have not yet read it but am excited to begin.  My grandson has read them all and very much enjoyed them.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RD150HOMJA1CE?ASIN=0439023521	Totally engrossing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I agree with previous reviewers - this book and the next two in the series were totally engrossing. I just could not put these down until I'd completed every one of them.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1COLFE9NO795F?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best books I've read in a really long time.  I look forward to reading more from this author and hoping for a sequel to this story.  Highly recommend reading this series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20EPBGO2597Z6?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games For Free	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hi, I found The Hunger Games on the internet. Free download available here: [...]<br/>It's compatible with Amazon Kindle. I checked it,<br/>and in my case - it works normally.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26TFBIW1B0K6Y?ASIN=0439023521	Young Adult Survivor?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed this book and loved the characters.  However, there was a dark edge to the storyline that left me disappointed.  The victory was brilliant, but heart-wrenching.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVJTEHLFM4YO6?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely loved this book. I couldn't put it down. It grabbed my attention from the very beginning and only got better. I cannot wait until I can start the second one!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30ZDG4G7X37B0?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Riveting.  I couldn't put it down.  I read all three (Hunger Games, Catching Fire, Mocking Jay) back-to-back-to-back.  Go ahead and buy it.  You will not be disappointed.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2626N94Y0P0HE?ASIN=0439023521	This book is about as inflated as the Dollar	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The whole the book I was waiting for something to happen. I wanted Katniss to make a decision to have to make a hard choice but every time it came to that point luck had it that she didnt have to make it. The author does a good job at keeping the reader anticipating what will happen next but that is pretty much all that happens in the book. If you are bored and want something to waste your time on go ahead and read the book. It will keep you excited and disengaged from reality.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3V7BD0PZ2O874?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wanted to read this book before going to see the movie so it was my first purchase on my new Kindle. I loved the book, and plan on seeing the movie in the near future.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22EBL8FOWMSFB?ASIN=0439023521	amazing book!! :)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i coulden't wait  to read this when i heard it came out. This was litarly  the best book i have ever read.So if you are thinking about reading this book then you should.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RS2DVYDRTH8Q2?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This series is worth your time, when I was finished with the series I kept wishing there were more! I haven't read a book quite like this before and that is  good thing!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QPKKJFVMZWYX?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I cant remember the last time I read a book so captivating. I read nearly nonstop for 3 1/2 days, finishing all 3 books. As soon as I finished one I purchased the next.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XG43X7MP8FJI?ASIN=0439023521	awesome read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It has been a while since I have had a book I couldn't put down...this was one of them! I finished it so quick and was turning the pages faster than I was reading them!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KI4JT0D56RR6?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING even for adults!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I can not believe this book is for young adults?!?! It is amazing I couldn't put it down. What a great story, brutal with a sweet love story. Be sure to read all three!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NR8I2TSGHMZ2?ASIN=0439023521	intrigue awaits	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Violence mixes with romance to create  the  perfect amount of suspense and intrigue, and will  have you never wanting the book to end (it's a good thing it's a series).</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PA9X9ZQWK3KV?ASIN=0439023521	I'll read it again	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well written.  Many people don't realize the hunger games are going on now.  The trilogy can be a depressingly realistic statement about what people do to one another.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWCYSJXHMW2HO?ASIN=0439023521	"Cross between Logan's Run and ""Survivor"""	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A very enjoyable book.  Interesting action plot with a woman as the protagonist.  Keeps the reader engaged right up to the end.  Well set up for the sequels as well.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RO97W51TOE18X?ASIN=0439023521	What More Can One Say!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I can't add anything new to what thousands of readers have already said. I just wanted to add my 5 stars to the pile. Wow! Can't wait to start the next in the series!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYOTVJ4OWFOP8?ASIN=0439023521	5 Stars is not high enough for this book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Oh My Gosh!!  This book was totally amazing!  I loved it so much, and have read several books after this one, and still can't stop thinking about Hunger Games!  Wow!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TNZ9OTEO8TZJ?ASIN=0439023521	Good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed this book a lot. I finished it within 24 hours of receiving it. A very easy read. I also read the other two books in the series, and this one was the best.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6E1LDQMH16MZ?ASIN=0439023521	A fun book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This one is very entertaining.  I got absorbed with the characters' dilemma right away and basically enjoyed the ride.  Would recommend it as a great rainy day read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ENVEZBQRC1WG?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was amazing. I loved every part of it. Not only does it have suspense but it also has romance. Its the perfect combination of both, I couldn't put it down.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OS0BQ71T30ML?ASIN=0439023521	Don't Believe the Hype	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is an unoriginal concept with uninteresting characters with uninteresting emotions. However, I hated myself for getting caught up with it enough that I read the book in less than a week. There are no twists and turns, and I believe that this would be a phenomenal book if it was written by a teenager.<br/><br/>It's like a poor man's version of Ender's Game. I wanted to read it before the movie comes out, but I regret my decision and wished I just waited.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1S89MIAYP61HX?ASIN=0439023521	Great story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love the book more than the movie!!! I'd recommend to read the book first before watching the movie. Descriptions are more in detail and the book explains it all.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3L9353JLJIPVT?ASIN=0439023521	Not disappointing in the least...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Absolutely addicting...purchased the trilogy and finished all three books in only a week for the three books...amazing read... and no....the movie is not overrated!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RM6LKLOEVIKH3?ASIN=0439023521	None	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">All three books were amazing and read all night one time because it was that good. If you read these books be preparaed to be emotioanlly attached to the charcters.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2EFZMSF823JYX?ASIN=0439023521	definitely different	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is dark, weird and disturbing, but ultimately a great read and impossible to put down. I really enjoyed this and look forward to seeing the movie!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3Z7TH7CMU3FU?ASIN=0439023521	Totally overrated	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was excited to read this because of all the positive press.  However it is Horribly depressing. Easy read but really dark and sad. With all the senseless killing and death we see on tv today we really don't need a book like this. And, after all is said and done you don't even like the main character.  The whole book is just depressing. Hated it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NNYIA7RWZR2L?ASIN=0439023521	Fair review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Skipped a lot of details to point to the plot points. Sometimes it left me thinking this book was a skeleton but an easy read for a exciting adventure. I liked it.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XSC1TF9OBN9N?ASIN=0439023521	Catching fire	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I started reading this book and i was just simply amazed. I couldn't put the book down and read straight through it in less then a day. Overall it is a great book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RYQESI5Y9ZYB?ASIN=0439023521	best book ever! reviewer: chloe	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">my teacher was going to read this to the class and, at first it seemed a little overated. Boy was I wrong! It turned out to be awesome and is now my favorite book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WIQAQKIDFR7?ASIN=0439023521	fantastic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">By the end of Chapter one, I was hooked. Couldn't put it down. The main character is well written. You really feel for her. Can't wait to read the other two books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3KPZ8R1AT3R1D?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome reading!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This series of books of the Hunger Games was really great reading - and I'm 64 yrs old. Maybe geared towards young adults but I thoroughly enjoyed all three books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYDXEEAPC14CV?ASIN=0439023521	Ain't no Ender's Game	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Enjoyable to a degree. But not as good as the hype is saying it is. The premise is intriguing, but in the end just a cover for a another Twighlight-love-triangle.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R214SOF6NTACFF?ASIN=0439023521	recommended for all ages	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i saw my friends reading it and heard it was popular so i got it and i enjoyed it and some adults might not like fiction books but i think this is a must get book</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ED1STZVV7547?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I honestly didn't think the book would be for me, being classed as a young adult book, however I found it a great ready and would strongly recommend it to others.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20F3MRWNZQU0D?ASIN=0439023521	If an Eleven year old can read an entire book in four hours... it must be good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was an amazingly intriguing death journey through the life of Katniss Everdeen that left me hanging on Suzane Collins' every word! Pure fantastic liturature!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UE0PP85SLVW?ASIN=0439023521	Very good story and yet ....	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The story is well written for a younger audience, although the subject matter (12 to 18 year olds fighting to the death for sport) is a bit disturbing.  The author does an excellent job of explaining why the ""games"" were instituted, which may make people more receptive to the subject matter.  This is book one of a series and does stand alone, yet makes the reader look forward to the continuation of the story.  I would read the next book in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MBYJVO8CKFBX?ASIN=0439023521	I souldn't have bought this.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I honestly didn't even read this book. It isn't nearly as good as everybody else made it seem. Maybe if you like to read you would enjoy it much more that I did.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9GHD5QNZKJQH?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing this book is honestly the best book I have ever read READ IT! (but if you are afraid of gory things you probably shouldn't read the book or see the movie</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24R76N349DCYV?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Once you start you will not put it down. I really enjoyed the entire three book set. There is also a movie coming out this year on book 1 I can't wait to see it!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R142OE7JZKXNKB?ASIN=0439023521	excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was amazing! kept me on the edge of my seat the entire time. The ending leaves you for sure wanting more!!!!! Cant wait for the second one to come out!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RO7QRUASZ30MS?ASIN=0439023521	obsessive	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Don't let the aspect, name, or anything like that scare you away. This trilogy is enthralling and my favorite books of all time. Make sure you atleast try them!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DEO989WM7G2U?ASIN=0439023521	i loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">team finnick  to bad he u know.... :( it was sad cato was hott to alexander ledwig haha lol ..... well now i have to do more words go peeta i love hunger games</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R123TMRJV5M7VX?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">WOW!  I could barely put this book down!  The series is absolutely amazing!!!  Suzanne Collins is an absolute genius!  You will never forget this trilogy!!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3R1BCQQUJVS7S?ASIN=0439023521	Fast , addictive high adventure	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not put it down, it is well written with lots of adventure and  it has been a nice novelty to me since I do not read  fantasy but this I can recommend.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYVKWCP8PGK5W?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely fell in love with this story and these characters and Collins writing. I couldn't put this book down! One of the best books I've read in a while.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SG1SZTSEK06Y?ASIN=0439023521	Great story of self-sacrifice versus self-preservation...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This compelling and entertaining tale invokes the classic 80's film 'Running Man' with a healthy dose of 1984's Big Brother and touch of Lord of the Flies.  Given today's proliferation of sad reality shows concerned with who's the best fast food drive-thru window worker or who can do the best job reupholstering Aunt Sally's couch, this story gives the reader the sensation that Collins is giving us a front-row seat to a REAL reality show where the outcomes actually matter -- in fact, it's a matter of life and death for the teenage 'contestants'.<br/><br/>It took me just a few days to read The Hunger Games.  It was a quick read in part because it is a relatively simple, straightforward story but also because it was engrossing enough to often keep me reading several more chapters at one sitting than I'd planned.  The characters were interestingly portrayed without bogging down in superflous character development, analysis and exposure.  The plot as well as the subplots were compelling and advanced at a good pace.  Just the right amount of detail and a good balance of fast-paced action and slow-downs for getting to know a character.<br/><br/>On the last page of this book it says ""End of Book 1"" so I look forward to the coming installments of this series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20URFA0CBVO04?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the BEST one of the three books!  No two is good too, but No 3 isn't as good as the first two, but of course I read it, have to see how it all ends...</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1F0NETOLJCXJ9?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games.....	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed the book. It was an easy read that I had trouble putting down. I read all three in the space of 4 days.....  I would definitely recommend it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLKKK5KA6D1SL?ASIN=0439023521	the hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book is amazing. everyone will love it. the whole story is insriring. icant put this book dowm. a deffinate read for anyone  i cant wait to see the movie</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TE8PA9PKB7RD?ASIN=0439023521	GREAT SERIES	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I purchased The Hunger Games Trilogy and read all three books in four days. This was by far my favorite series to date. Order these books. You won't be sorry.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FUQEQKPI1JSK?ASIN=0439023521	Great, fast read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book.  The characters and story are well defined, the action and surprises are riveting, and it's just hard to put down.  Perfect for the Kindle.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2EK2WV1AX30LD?ASIN=0439023521	Disappointed With the Non-Ending	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">There was no ending to this book, not a final ending anyway.  It is going to be a series and if I had known I would've waited to read it.  The story was very good and I would have given it a great review if it had properly ended.  I do not like to be left hanging.  I purchased this book because it was recommended by Stephenie Meyer.  That's twice she's left me hanging (1/2 of Midnight Sun anyone...), but I can't seem to stop following her.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CGXJYF90TIM7?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent purchase	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book exceeded my expectations in every way!!!! I highly recommend.  I have since purchased the other two in the trilogy and can't wait to read them both</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RUC8PPW28FWK?ASIN=0439023521	The Best!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Seriously, this book is the best of the three, and it's probably one of my favorite books ever. I finished the series and I don't know where to go from here!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZQX1MA4YGHPW?ASIN=0439023521	wow!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazing imagery and use of language. Skilled writer and super imaginative storyline. I felt like I was there.  I'm excited to see this one on the big screen!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMG2LD9MKGYVC?ASIN=0439023521	can't put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good read. I cannot put it down. Page Turner. Unpredictable.<br/>Love it! I cannot wait to read the next book. I am now officially a fan of Suzanne Collins</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GELB56TLS21V?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is an amazing book, not for small children, but for any older age. With a promising movie comming up this book is thirlling and interesting to anyone.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CMNGMXQJGV0R?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent reading which was chosen for the Masters level program I teach for children' lit! The students are reading the third book from. Collins's trilogy!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MP0RZL99CAKG?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Such a great book! I couldn't put it down. There are so many lessons to be learned in it's pages. I would recommend it to anyone. Can't wait for the movie!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32Z67TYXUVYKA?ASIN=0439023521	I could not put the book down, was done in 3 to 4 days, would like to see the movie now	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Heald my attention from the very start, was a bit worried about childred killikg children but soon vanished, a must read!  Along with the other two books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FP48LRHINV41?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a great read! I had trouble putting it down. Once I got going on the hunger games, I read straight through the entire series in less than a week.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R396ZHB7RHCR7J?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of the best books I've read. Finished in one day because I couldnt put it down! I can't wait to read the next book in the series and to see the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RG5MFDXVWPON?ASIN=0439023521	very repetitive story line	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Assuming most will want to read the trilogy my summary view is it should have been one book.  Book two was a waste of time,  it was a repeat of book 1.  The plot line was repetitive. Post apocalyptic setting.  Emotionally tortured girl is involved in a pursuit, girl gets hurt, girl has moody recovery then does it again and again and again.  While I was reading it it was okay but at the end it felt like an hour on the treadmill.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TWXK0WPB4UUE?ASIN=0439023521	Fast Paced Easy Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">First book I have read on a long time. It was one of those that you don't want to stop reading. You haveno choice but to keep going for the next 2 books!</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HDANINR9IRYJ?ASIN=0439023521	"Two Words ""The Best"""	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is the best book I have ever read. Katniss shows that she is good with a bow and that she can be a bad @$$. I loved it and you will too.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Z1KRV2BRNPRG?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great book! Great for teens and for adults. Usually I am not into books along this nature, but this one drew me right in. A definite must read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FY94J0CEW5PS?ASIN=0439023521	Great teen hero	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Katniss is a fabulous hero. She feels so real, and it was so easy to get invested in this book, and the whole series. I would highly recommend this book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3929C5VLSX6J2?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a great book. After I started it, I couldn't put it down. I read all three in three days. I highly recommend it and you won't be disappointed.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39VQGXY5EVLUH?ASIN=0439023521	Soporific writing and dull male characters	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The writing is soporific and dull. The male characters are one-dimensional and do not talk, nor act, as intelligently as the author pitches them to be.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23IIIRIPV5H97?ASIN=0439023521	Great book - easy read - LOVE the extras!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very happy with this buy.  I have the hard copy of the book, but love it so much more on my IPad.  Bought the rest of the books after reading this one!</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LOGKQSIBVALZ?ASIN=0439023521	amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i couldn't put this book down it's amazing... it's thrilling energetic and romantic read this book you won't regret it. Suzanne Collins you are awesome</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGXEI5NG8U3PO?ASIN=0439023521	WOW Love Love Love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I started to read this book at like 10pm and was surprised to see the sun rise at 3:55 am. It was am amazing book. Looking forward to reading the rest!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1L2BSO854HDQL?ASIN=0439023521	Pretty Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Not quite what I expected in terms of size and spacing of print. It looks more like a childrens book, but none the less its still the same great book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3W25GPNK6CFEC?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">fantastic book..Just like the movie! starting the second book right now!! never really got into the series until I watched catching fire at theaters:)</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MPJQWW7L5HZH?ASIN=0439023521	Easy read, great story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed the book. Read it in 2 days as I found it hard to put down and was an easy read. The author did a good job in keeping me in suspense.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFO9GTT9LC9C9?ASIN=0439023521	awesome book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book so much when I finished I immediately downloaded the second and third books. It was totally gripping and I could barely put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Y1XD5MJJLDU6?ASIN=0439023521	great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">fast pace, dialogue is a little bit cliche, page turner.  If you want a book that keeps interest and deals with post acolypotic themes, get this book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBSDRLMW5FGO8?ASIN=0439023521	Good one; read it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is different, but it's amazing how you just settle into this new world, even though it's so insane compared to our world; makes you think...</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGRWE3CLWZXCA?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">the book was really good! I couldn't put it down. the author wrote in so much detail,you could picture in your head. The movie was just like the book</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MPNFLOZWPRP3?ASIN=0439023521	Gdhvncyfgvh	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Highlighting your asom highlight jgguyugihjfh  Highlighting Jeff's highness high sum  archbishop BAum beach Dutch cynic chuck cotton chum zit hmm Mm</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19G5VHVB8TCPQ?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">good book. my daughter really liked it. once started, she couldn't put the book down  until she finished. she is looking forward to the next 2 books</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3S4XLDHYAMMIN?ASIN=0439023521	Kept me reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this series of books.  I am not a pre-teen or teen but a 40 something female and had a hard time putting this series of books down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3O3JNVNV5G7KF?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger game book review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed the book. It is an easy read and convenient to read on my I pad. I would encourage anyone that wanted to see the movie to read the books.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3V7W4IQWMAV3H?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games, book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved this book so much that I immediately bought the next two in the trilogy.  Catching Fire and Mockingjay were just as good as The Hunger Games!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39K2SRPMXQTWR?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am absolutely satisfied with my purchase, I was able to use points from my cash reward credit card, and received the book sooner than I expected!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RAIMRHW5OEOMN?ASIN=0439023521	loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book.  It was very well written and I couldn't put it down.  That is high praise since I don't have a lot of reading time on my Hands.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R160G0TTEW99DS?ASIN=0439023521	None	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this is an amazingly well written book!It is by far one of my absoulute favorites. Suzanne Collins wrote three amazing books.Will there be another?</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AAYGVW711TRU?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">BEST TRILOGY EVER! Listen to all the hype and you will still be entranced by this book. No words can describe how fun and exciting this trilogy is!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RACJJ4N2W9CYB?ASIN=0439023521	Never thought I'd like a book about a bunch of people fighting to the death...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was great.  Engaging and kept you hanging on and not wanting to put it down!  You get sucked in to care for some characters unexpectedly.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RB48GMBBPU8DU?ASIN=0439023521	ElizabethU	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was shipped right away and in exactly the condition that was described. I would definitely order from you again. Wonderful job, thank you!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FFJ44Z7EM1VI?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book, and the subsequent sequels, were just astounding! I could barely put them down! Well-written with a compelling story and characters! WOW</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MT6O1CTFZX8X?ASIN=0439023521	Iluminaty future	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Its good simply riten anb easy to follow.  It gives us an idea of how the world would be like under the new world order. I do highly recommend it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HNUMS1LX2VV3?ASIN=0439023521	Just read it, no more questions.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was one of those easy reads that carry you along for hours.  You don't have to think about it, you're inside the book watching.  Very gripping.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37UB39XHWD9UD?ASIN=0439023521	GOOD READ!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This proved to be a good read --- worth my time.  Just had to finish it as soon as I can.  It's so interesting and hooking!  Loved the characters!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TPXNGQ2P7R9Y?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book series is amazing! The world Suzanne Collins creates just sucks you in and once you start reading it's impossible to put the book down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30LXLM7U0D3TO?ASIN=0439023521	Can't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Collins' writing is indeed good, and she is capable of bringing out the characters, their thoughts and emotions, the warring, and everything else.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15KRDESY9TSMX?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a really great book.  It had a very interesting storyline.  It had me hooked from the first few pages all the way to the end of the book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39EM39QCGWOVM?ASIN=0439023521	no J.K. Rowling but it caught my attention	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">ater the Harry Potter series I nevr thought I was goimg to find another entertaining hero in the fantasy world but I wasdead wrong. Suzanne Collins writes about Katniss Everdeen (I can only guess where she got such a name) the most three dimnsional character I have read about. The rest of the characters are extremely well thought out... i can only say that all of the series is definately its worth in gold</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3A9B1MHQAVJX7?ASIN=0439023521	Book review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fast read. This book brought forth a long, free ranging discussion of cultures at our book club and how our tween children were responding to it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1B4NN19AA2K9K?ASIN=0439023521	Loved It	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book arrived by the expected delivery date. In great condition and a great read. Would definitely recommend to anyone who wanted to read it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SVQOXI8SB83R?ASIN=0439023521	Good, but not great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This trilogy gets more attention than it deserves. It has some problems, and the third book is just bad. Altogether, though, it is an OK series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HZ3EEEB6DTR9?ASIN=0439023521	Terrific Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This one may even become a classic.  Got this for my 13 year old daughter but I read it first, then the two sequels.  My daughters loved it too.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2E7VEF6VH08IB?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The entire trilogy is amazing.  The first book is the best, but all the books are fun.  Fun read for teens and adults.  Good twist at the end.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RBT2Y8NJMSTYC?ASIN=0439023521	Love it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Although a little disturbing, this trilogy was amazing.  I couldn't put down the books and finished all 3 in a week!.  Recommend them to anyone!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RUI2SF5SZCLV?ASIN=0439023521	Quality issues	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book.  However, pages missing..just not there.  Really ridiculous and negatively affects the experience with all the plot drivers missed.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SJSYA7MCQFML?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I can say that this book is my favourite. It is a must book for somebody who loves action! I read it in 2 days. I can definetely read it again.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GCCOFFK84BKI?ASIN=0439023521	If Stephenie Meyer recomended it how can you not read it?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this cause Stephenie Meyer recomended it, and let me tell you it is GOOD!  Read it! It is different and interesting and very creative.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3R47AZ4PJLJY7?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I agree with all the reviews:<br/><br/>""Couldn't put it down""<br/>""I felt like I was in the games""<br/>""Amazing""<br/><br/>The world that Suzanne Collins created is brutal .. hostile .. controling.  Can you imagine sending your child into an arena to fight for his or her life?<br/><br/>Even though this is a young adult book .. it's a must read for all ages.<br/><br/>Enjoy!<br/>Monica<br/>San Diego<br/><br/>PS:  Currently reading book 2</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2X6H08TNBGLO4?ASIN=0439023521	AAAAAMMMMMAAAAAZZZZZIIIINNNG	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">BEST BOOK EVER SO MUCH BETTER THAN MOVIE. AFTER READING THIS BOOK I MIGHT NOT BE ABLE TO READ ANY OTHER BOOK AGIAN BECAUSE IT WON'T BE AS GOOD</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22HR7N30U80ZX?ASIN=0439023521	Loved It!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book and couldn't wait to read the rest of the trilogy. Now I am waiting for any new stories the author may right. Great writing!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32E7BVUVFPCAJ?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">LOVED THIS BOOK. I kept hearing about it so of  course I had to buy it to see what all the talk was about. It was great. On to the next book..</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R256YFO6O46FZU?ASIN=0439023521	Wow!  So good!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Who knew being at war could be romantic?  I fell in love with Peeta even if Katniss didn't.  I think everyone who buys this book will love it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1U6ZTC9PP5615?ASIN=0439023521	Unoriginal plot, boring chracters.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I found the story unoriginal and characters relatively boring.  So many better books out there...<br/><br/>Spoiler alert...<br/>When they changed the rules of the games to allow two people from the same district to win, I thought to myself, ""it's going to be totally lame and uncreative if they change the rules back and Katniss and Peeta have to fight each other.""  Well what do you know....</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1T457YNN4MAEJ?ASIN=0439023521	Perverted	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A depressingly perpetuated topic about mind-control adult state of abuse of young children and weak, lamb-following parents who don't revolt.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NST8X3YD5N94?ASIN=0439023521	amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">best book ever i am reading them all again!! you need to start them on a weekend where you have nothing you have to do so you can just read!!</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30KW0NU3VMEBJ?ASIN=0439023521	best book ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i really like this book. some kids in my class were talking about it and i thought i might want to try it. i stayed up past midnight reading.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RA7AOY3TG5OVX?ASIN=0439023521	OMG!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is just amazing! It's so hard to put down and very well written. It's such a great read and easy to see why it's such a phenomenon!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3P7PVA9K4MKKV?ASIN=0439023521	I loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a must read. The first book is def. the best in the triology. It's a page turner and hard to put down. I highly recommend this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RY5C09MT5M7N8?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was amazingly written! The creativity required is just incredible. I would recommend this book to anyone I could not put it down!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R382XL4XZONZIS?ASIN=0439023521	Wanted To Like It	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm going to start out by saying that I've been hearing about these books from everyone. Between working at a book store and my friends talking about it I had heard enough about the series to be convinced to jump on the bandwagon. I read the book in two sittings. It took two sittings because the writing style is such a mess I was ready to just give up on reading the book all-together. Suzanne Collins came up with this idea and planned everything out but it's as if she rushed through the actual writing process. Her writing style is bland and everything is to be accepted at face value. Nothing is detailed and it kept jumping from one thing to another. While the first half of the book was hideously slow  the second half was a bit more intriguing, but by that point the book had fallen so far behind it was unable to carry its weight. With better writing this book could have been excellent. This is by far the most shallow, horribly written book with little substance or emotional depth. Each page contributed to large amount of disappointment and hatred that I hold towards this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BV9T0NIZEHXM?ASIN=0439023521	ok for younger teens.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Somewhat trite, very labored writing style. Extremely engaging and easy to read for anyone over 8-10 yrs.  Wish I had read it when I was 10.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FG8E688KM18R?ASIN=0439023521	Quick easy read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good read for someone in junior high or earlier, but it is a very light read, so don't expect it to entertain you for more then a few hours.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14V5R3YX5PQRN?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book is wonderful! You won't want to put it down once you have started. Ironically, all the descriptions of food make you really hungry.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Z3PTZKWL54DB?ASIN=0439023521	The Hungar Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movies first and liked the movie ,but the book gave a lot more information and background. Can;t wait to finish the other 2 books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1U16KJY106BD1?ASIN=0439023521	awesome fast read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is great for teenagers and adults alike. For anyone who has read Harry Potter Books, or the Twilight series...this is a MUST READ.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30FVN6KGAK7AZ?ASIN=0439023521	The next Twilight	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I won't explain this book, but it you liked Twilight, read this book. It's addictive, I finished it in a day. Can't wait for the next one!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HII1D0XDWV0X?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A complete surprise from beginning to end. This is what they mean by the phrase, ""A real page turner."" The best I've read in quite a while.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15827JBWEXX2H?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What an awesome read! Thought it was just a teen book, but can be enjoyed by all, will be telling my friends and relatives about this one!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R49NAYW0BEJPK?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING RED	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">THIS BOOK IS AWESOME AND IS SELLING SO CHEAP ONLINE. BUY NOW AND ENJOY THE BEST SERIES OUT THERE RIGHT NOW. MOVIE COMES OUT MARCH 23RD!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RYZBQQK5GO96?ASIN=0439023521	I just recently picked this book up..	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I never even heard about it until recently, I bought it at a local bookstore and I loved it! I'm really glad that it was recommended to me!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8ZXKTDVYG9O4?ASIN=0439023521	horrible	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">if you want to read story of horror well this is it. i do not know why people will read story like gladiator and people killing each other</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R277W73S4TY4WS?ASIN=0439023521	Atrocious Writing, Intriguing Plot	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Collins writes like a nine year old.  However, the plot intrigued me, but Collins disappointed me again with her anticlimactic conclusion.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VOIK3PC7V3XG?ASIN=0439023521	awsome sauce!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is the most wonderful book ever!!!! But Suzanne Collins needs to make a history book to go along with it to make it more understanding.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R398V92JFO7R1C?ASIN=0439023521	Loved this trilogy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not put this book down. I immediately became engulfed in the world Suzanne Collins has created. This book/trilogy is a must-read!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QH7YEASAWKWY?ASIN=0439023521	wonderful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is a fantastic book. I couldn't put it down. I bought and read all three books. Wish there was more books in the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IOVOGLXXCVIW?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great book! I strongly suggest you read the book first, before you see the movie. The movie is ok, but the books are addicting.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R265L25IZGSS01?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The story was interesting from start to finish. Imaginative plot and consistently exciting and original. Can't wait to read the next one.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GSFAWAAE8G2T?ASIN=0439023521	the Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i could not set it down. i hear the movie was so much like the book. this book is the best book ever and i think everyone should read it.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Q4UYPZG8JGSJ?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games is awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not put this book down for a minute! It was so thrilling and keeps you wanting more. I can wait to read the next to installments!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RH2OTIKITGXIH?ASIN=0439023521	great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">at first it reminded me a little of The Giver (each community having a job and odd names), but once I got into it I couldnt put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPKFH60NAGLN8?ASIN=0439023521	Quick and easy read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book! I couldn't put it down. I do have an issue with this book though. I can't understand how this is a ""teen"" book. There is no cursing, but the whole book is based on children killing each other. It was a ""less gruesome"" version of Battle Royale. I can't understand how they are going to make this into a movie. Saying that though, I definately recommend this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6XGRBO1FKOHP?ASIN=0439023521	Morally Bankrupt Story that Crosses the Line	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I realize I'm apparently in the distinct minority in that I don't believe quality writing should trump a story that is morally bankrupt.  The admittedly absurd plot involves putting some 24 randomly chosen children and teens into some sort of cockamanie arena to murder each other while the whole nation looks on.  The author then makes the main character some sort of a hero because she survives by among other things shooting one of the other children through the neck with an arrow while that victim is in the process of driving a spear into the body of a twelve year old.  For me that crosses the line.  Every time we have a mass shooting you hear the cry of ""how could any person be so desensitized as to do such a thing.""  I realize it is a stretch, but when a book like the Hunger Games is a popular as it obviously is, I would just say ""well, duh"".  I normally send my books on to friends after I read them.  Not this time.  Unless one of the sanitation department workers extracts it from my garbage can, this book is on its way to the landfill.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZHPDHD8GVWI9?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well written-kept my interest! I couldnt put my iPad down!!!I cannot wait to read the other two books!!! I highly recommend this book!!!</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2633ZPL0T02KX?ASIN=0439023521	iheartedword	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My whole class thinks its the new twilight! I love it as mutch as twilight, and l'm a twiheart!  :Â£ i recomend it for ages of 11 and up</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1V3N249CIHZLY?ASIN=0439023521	What can I say that hasn't been said?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't have a new perspective to add here, mostly just wanted to get my five stars in, lol. But: really awesome book. Believe the hype.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1I34XHHI42UBE?ASIN=0439023521	Collin Mankin. (Fort Worth Texas)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was awesome. It's boring at first but keep reading its going to get better. On catching fire know. cant wait to see the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AT8DAVVAYTI8?ASIN=0439023521	great!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Ordered just before Christmas and received it in time to wrap. Great book, my daughter picked up the other two and read them right away.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZSPNGZS94AGR?ASIN=0439023521	Interesting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">not normally my type of read but it is now.  was very captivating and i enjoyed every page.  read all 3 books.  very impressive to me :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MMLCXTZV1AHP?ASIN=0439023521	best book ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book is the best book in the world!!! everyone needs to read this book!!! thank you suzanne collins!!! i love it and i am a boy!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQU29G702KKHK?ASIN=0439023521	No time for a detailed review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this in ONE NIGHT.  I'm just starting Catching Fire and no time to review this.  But I think 5 stars says it all.  Great book!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32GE2OF7MVD1A?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games trilogy absorbing and fun	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Women at the office recommended and that turned out great,  very enjoyable series.  I read and then bought for my granddaughter as well</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1W4Y1LM58KGTK?ASIN=0439023521	Great start to a great series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A little to violent for kids, but a great book. Definitely worth reading. Suzanne Collins paints a world no one would want to live in.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCXF0CGHCZ5LZ?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is definitely a must read. I have enjoyed reading this book from start to finish. It keeps you entertained for hours.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RT9TSY1OD7LQ2?ASIN=0439023521	Great book / purchase	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great pricing on Kindle version.  Great book, very hard to put book down.  Am eager to get the next two books to complete the trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26XA6TK228Q03?ASIN=0439023521	No Hunger	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wanted to read the book to see what everyone was talking about. Well....a decent book, but I wasn't in love with the subject matter.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26KH3IZ0PII0Y?ASIN=0439023521	Loved the Series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read all three books in less than 2 weeks.  These are very fast paced read and even though not my normal genera, I loved the series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2D9WRURLW4L1E?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this book! It smells like pickled catfish an  looks like a guy who is a female and just about sounds like a blow up poker fish</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3J28Z5GS50WU5?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book and series. Recommend ordering all 3 books at once cause you will read them all. Great storyline, couldn't stop reading!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NB8RYEUN8P5M?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book grabs your attention from the first few pages. I couldn't put it down and can't wait to read the second book in the series!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23YPBG90HPUNF?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the book . Especially the suspense .I was on the edge of my seat throughout . However, I did not like the sudden conclusion.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R141352RQRIHFD?ASIN=0439023521	One of the best books ever written	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was addicted to this, I'm sure anyone who reads this will be. I made my dad read this and he loved it, it is written for all ages.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GE62WZ9P7CSQ?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Friend said that book was better than movie. Did not find if any better, enjoyed both equally well. I am movie nut more than reader.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZIJU7ASBMP9S?ASIN=0439023521	A great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a great book,a lot better than the movie! It catches your interest right from the start, i would recomend this to everyone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HS5YX7QAR2B0?ASIN=0439023521	Only okay	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Such a rip off of Battle Royale. Even the little details are stolen from Battle Royale. It's just the PG, less interesting version.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IHH42R7KICT?ASIN=0439023521	<3 <3 <3	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put my Kindle down from start to finish. Definitely an alluring read! I would recommend this book to pretty much anyone.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R331O4EL1FS6SV?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is great and as soon as I finished it I went and ordered the next book in the series!  Thank goodness for fast shipping!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1A9G9O89JU65P?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games - Get It!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great book and series.  I was hooked from the very beginning.  The characters and settings are easy to fall in love with.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQ4082OCXJMW0?ASIN=0439023521	Absolutely Amazing Story Telling	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My daughter, 12 years old, does not like to read, she read this trilogy in five days!  She couldn't put it down, neither could I.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2T8FUWM19MH16?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The hunger games are a easy read and their amazing. The hunger games would be a good book for 3rd -5th graders.<br/><br/>5 stars</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RCN2MI5K030UP?ASIN=0439023521	Good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is a great read. It holds your interest all the way through. You want to read the sequels. I highly recommend it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3T9LOCMIBSETQ?ASIN=0439023521	Almost as good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If youve READ Stephen Kings The Stand or Swan Song by Robert Mccammon, then this book is of the same premise. Must read all three.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PM5W5HY3F5V7?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing and gripping	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was a skeptic especially when I started this book. However, it quickly grabs you and you cannot wait to read the following two.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2P52JWF3VQ16H?ASIN=0439023521	FANTASTIC! OH MY GOSH	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This novel not only produces heart-pounding excitement, but a very cute and original romance. 5 stars doesn't do it justice. WOW!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BW4YG3VYT4GX?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was so good it was VERY hard to put down this book . This was the best book I ever read.I loved it and I mean loved this book!!!!!There is not 1 single thing that I would change about this book . For anyone who hasn't read this book I think you should read it and you should read it automatically.!!! So my point is read this book and read it NOW!!!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3585UUDYQUZK3?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read the whole series and love all three books. Something new and different, couldn't wait to get back to it if I put it down.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RM0MYKKIVGDUF?ASIN=0439023521	Loved the idea. Loved the book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Really enjoyed. Reviews have said it all.<br/>Did wish the ending wasn't quite so distant (for ex. not seeing Gale for so long)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WWJPFMGHZIIU?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fantastic book!  After finishing this book it made me hungry for more!!!!!  I read all three books but loved the first the best!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DQX62AXPCCIO?ASIN=0439023521	Absolutely loved this book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is one of the best books I have ever read.  I liked the story, the writing, the character development, and everything else.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7C4PU91AI9X1?ASIN=0439023521	Great, Fast Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't stop reading this. I blew through it so fast and moved on to the next two and had all three books read in two weeks.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35L7YEDYJUV6F?ASIN=0439023521	Nothing special	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">An interesting concept poorly executed. That sums my feelings about it. The author's prose is weak and the main character (Katniss) is annoying to say the least. She is self-absorb and clueless 90% of the time. I really wanted to like this book and went in with an open mind but the book didn't do it for me. I give it 3 stars for the concept and story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MTOQCCYJBCXS?ASIN=0439023521	Exceptional!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this novel even though I wasn't sure what it was actually about. Sounded like the running man for teens. A terrible movie with a similar idea. Here, it has been executed in a much more enjoyable way. I enjoyed the Underland Chronicles from Collins before...Hunger Games is just as good or better. Highly recommended for teens to adults</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RJS6T3H0RMKE?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book just isn't the kind of book I like to read. I know a lot of people like it, it just wasn't for me and I lost interst.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RR3A9XK3QOYSN?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very good story, very hard to put down.  Full of action and very descriptive, at the end of the story you're left wanting more.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTZQASG9YEJK8?ASIN=0439023521	All hype..with no delivery	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book did not live up to all the hype it received. Reading this book confirms that just because something is popular doesn't mean that it's good. I found the premise of the book to be barbaric. The fact that mere children are set against each other to fight to the death for survival was stupid because there was no logical reason for it in this story. Also, why the children, why didn't the adults take a stand against that nonsense? I did not see  the point. The book was not exciting. The chapters were long and boring. This book was horrible.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3I6QT04IZH57W?ASIN=0439023521	Violence and Gore involving kids....don't read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne has taken darkness to new levels. 12 to 18 year old kids forced to kill each other for entertaniment..for example, one kid spearing a 12 year old girl to death. And there were instances were kids were devoring other kids, in previous ""hunger games"". Really? Pathetic. Couldn't stand it. Almost threw up reading this.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22J0MS0QWS68S?ASIN=0439023521	Life as a zero-sum game...for kids?!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Creating a world in which life itself is literally a zero-sum game, requiring people to kill others in order to live themselves, is bad enough---but creating such a world for kids (both the characters and the audience) is really malevolent. I always hated Lord of the Flies for the same reason. This isn't as bad as that, though---at least here the characters are fighting against the situation, with at least some success.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10PHERQZW7OF3?ASIN=0439023521	Can't believe how much I liked this book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I originally thought this book was more hype than quality.  I couldn't have been more wrong.  The thought of pitting twenty-four (24) teenagers against each other in an arena to kill one another until there is a sole survivor so the deaths are tributes to a suppressive government is horrifc and barbarous.  I couln't help but wonder if I lived in this post-apocalyptic world waiting to see if my name would be plucked-out and I would have to kill to survive.  I thought how terrifying it would be to go though that ordeal for seven (7) years.  Not to mention, the added torture of having additional personal entries for the Hunger Games for choosing additional person food rations taken because if you don't your family will starve to death.  It's sick humor how the government treats the Hunger Games as a joyous celebration by having the Tributes honored only to have them all kill each other like animals as entertainment to those in Power.  The government puts-on the Hunger Games as a constant reminder for the people to be thankful for the government for basically allowing them to live.  Panem is located in what once was the United States, but the founding principles of the Nation: ""Government for the People by the People"" have been abandoned.<br/><br/>The constant struggle Katness goes through of trying to survive through finding food and water as well as avoiding attack and having to kill is unbelievably suspenseful.  This book is unique in the sense you find yourself rooting for Katness, but at the same time you realize how awful it is that the other teenagers (children) who haven't even lived have to be killed.  Sure, the Career Tributes are brutal, but they have been conditioned to be that way by their Districts and ultimately the government.  I found myself rooting for Katness to survive, but for ultimately for Tributes and the people rising-up to overthrow an abusive and tyranical government.  I love this book!  I'm currently right in the middle of it listening to it on audiobook in my vehicle.  I find myself looking forward to driving so I can continue listening to the story.  It's absolutely gripping!<br/><br/>M. Marstellar<br/>Librarian - Las Vegas</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VD5Y7L4FL73?ASIN=0439023521	Well Worth the Hype!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Everyone I spoke with told me this was THE book to read, and I must say it really did live up to all the hype! Fantastic read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3H6IT8PNXCLCB?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't Put It Down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This entire series is fantastic! The books were creative and completely absorbing.  Best series I've read in many, many years!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BBED33TA0M1H?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Incredibly descripted book. Absolutely amazing! A good friend of mine suggested the book to me and I couldn`t stop reading it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R150S11N25GK3N?ASIN=0439023521	Meh	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Sorry but predictable. Won't be bothering with the next two books in the series  why do I have to write so many words Amazon?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20UGDN07ZVODI?ASIN=0439023521	Never received	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I order this book and have been charged for it, but I did not receive it yet.  Please research and let me know what happened.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDNVNZS6QA5ME?ASIN=0439023521	Great read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was hooked after reading just the first few pages, I loved the book and couldn't put it down...finished it in just one day!</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R369NN997QHFPL?ASIN=0439023521	a good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is filled with surprises and turns on each corner. It can be a little boring at times but worth reading to the end.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSKZ3B31IY7GR?ASIN=0439023521	This is the most disgusting piece of crap....	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a book about children killing other children for entertainment. How can anyone of good conscious read this!? I had to stop because I felt so sick to my stomch the whole time! Given it is written well but can the author think of something less screwed up to write about? And to think kids read this stuff! What is wrong with you people!?</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3U7E093E1ZUT9?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I can't even tell how much I loved this book and the entire trilogy.  Page turner for sure, I had my doubts when a co-worker recommended this series, but I was sold immediately.  Very good, fast, enthusiastic read.  I will be starting the series over so I can go back and read what I skipped over in order to find out what happens.  EXCELLENT.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RI1356QEDLQU2?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very good series, if you liked the movie you'll love the book. Definitely a must read for people interested in action books.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19O4LXULBK7S6?ASIN=0439023521	Love it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fantastic read as the triology doesnt allow you to stop at the first. It is always better than the movie. A must for anyone!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RH0FZR4031A5W?ASIN=0439023521	GOTTA LOVE IT!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Love the book, the story, my kindle and everything! It was easy to find it, read it, an cant wait to finish book numer 2! :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MPA0GL034RCM?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games Great!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a great book to start your gears turning for more action, love, and mayhem. I can't wait to start on the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BZ4RVBINHAIV?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome! Best Book Yet	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This title was really great. If you were looking for an adventure title, choose this book! Once again, absolutely wonderful!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSKFAVDQEZ15Y?ASIN=0439023521	One of The Worst Books Ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I do not even know where to begin - this is one of the worst books i have ever read. The fact that many people give it great ratings is just another thing which makes me want to weep.<br/><br/>Let me start by simply listing what this book has NOT:<br/><br/>* Depth<br/>* Wit or intelligence of any sorts<br/>* A captivating plot<br/>* A love story<br/>* Interesting character portrayal<br/>* Exciting Action<br/><br/>Based on the hype about the movie i was happy to get this book on my kindle, and i started reading it in high hopes.<br/><br/>This book is nothing than a very bad attempt of ""just another"" dystopian story - but it is lacking anything which could make such a book interesting or entertaining.<br/><br/>It starts out with that the characters and the plot itself is nothing else than a series of stereotypes. Even by using stereotypical characters and a stereotypical plot, the author could have done it with some depth or given it a unique twist, but she did not.<br/><br/>The characters are kept shallow and uninteresting and slide from one predictable situation to the other. At no point in the book will you reach a moment where you can't stop reading (which would otherwise be a sign of a good and entertaining book) - and once you arrive at a halfway ""interesting"" part in the book its so stereotypical and predictable what will happen it borders ridiculousness.<br/><br/>Unlike some other authors who created witty, smart, intelligent, thrilling dystopian, post-apocalytic stories in the past, this book has no unique twist to it. It's simply shallow. It doesn't create emotions because it lacks them. No excitement, no action, no thrill, no love, no wit, no humor.<br/><br/>Knowing that the book doesn't have to necessarily be a literary ""master piece"" full with wit and cleverness, some could at least have expected an entertaining book. A story does not need to be deep and the book could still be entertaining and in some say ""satisfying"" as a good but easy read Heck, it could even have turned out a romance/love story for those who like such books, or a book merely focused on the action aspect alone.<br/><br/>But nothing of this ever happens, respective only stays very shallow on the surface wanting the reader beg for more - but ultimately never happens.<br/><br/>This book is like some quickly written ""run-off-the-mill"" book which fails in almost all aspects, regardless what expectations you might have. If you want a romance/love story, you can have better and deeper buying a $1 novel in your grocery store. The same if you'd be the type who prefers some action/SciFi story...i am sure you find a better one at the checkout in the grocery store.<br/><br/>It is almost painful seeing that, despite the plot being a stereotypical dystopian story which has been done countless times in the past already, it could have been done MUCH better in almost all and any aspects.<br/><br/>Yes, i really think this book was as bad as it can only get. It's awful. I am glad i read it because i now can read better books on my kindle.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDP7CVMI4BV67?ASIN=0439023521	Trivial	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">In which we learn that the worst thing about a murderous dictatorship is that it can cause teenagers to make dishonest romantic choices. Deep issues are explored, such as, ""Is it right to murder innocent children, even if it looks cool on T.V.?"" The plot is innane, and the characters are absurd.The best thing about it was that it was free.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QOTARDQUY0YP?ASIN=0439023521	gross book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I hated this book it gave the teens it was written for the wrong idea of life all for yourself and get rid of everyone else</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VJWZK4NJ4LNC?ASIN=0439023521	Happy it was free to read on kindle...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am really surprised by the number of people over the age of 13 that enjoy these books.  What ever makes you happy though.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SDXGRKQX2U26?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What a wonderful book! I couldn't put it down and after just two short days; I'm ready for book #2.<br/>Keep up the good work!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJPEZ1HJIKLJD?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for more!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't put it down! Read through all three book in the series over a weekend after the first one left me hungry for more.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SYU9FG093APF?ASIN=0439023521	futuristic romance	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">An interesting view of one of possible futures. The human spirit is pictured nicely. I enjoyed reading it. Beautiful tale.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3Z9ZNI397O02?ASIN=0439023521	This book was good!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was awesome! And the series just keeps getting better. I highly recommend this book as well as the whole series!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Q57P15QU0ANC?ASIN=0439023521	Best book this year!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the best book I've read this year, so far! I just loved Gale and can't wait for the movie to come out in Ireland!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OB3SSMFW4H7T?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">You simply will NOT be able to put this book down- no matter how hard  you try. It is simply phenomenal. Just so riveting.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KW75CZ6U10RJ?ASIN=0439023521	Addictive!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I literally could not put this book down! It was one of the best books i have ever read! I would recommend it for anyone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3ASNZND8BDHJT?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This series was amazing! I recommend it to anyone and if you like this series check out The Insight Series by Jamie Magee!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FCQZ9ARYXCAW?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">OMG!!! amazing. thanks so much. i love it &lt;3 this has been an amazing book and it has been great reading it on my kindle.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36KD009F3BB2M?ASIN=0439023521	Unpredictable excellence	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I haven't read anything this captivating in a long time. I couldn't put the book down. I hope the movie does it justice.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RB3ZBP6FDEZ6B?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful writing, excellent characters	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The plot may not be entirely new, but taken as a whole, this book and the rest of the series are very much worth reading.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJA7YY9F3R7ON?ASIN=0439023521	mrs burns	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this is a cannot put down book. should be put right up there with the twighlight series. cannot wait for the next one</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LD9CMVSATAW1?ASIN=0439023521	Sake of rating.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read this book! It is awesome and I'm so addicted to it!<br/><br/>(There are a lot of good reviews, so not wasting my time)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20VP4SY1VLG0P?ASIN=0439023521	Poorly Authored	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I must admit I was a little curious to find out why the Hunger Games series was selling so well.  After reading the first book, I still have not quenched my curiosity.  The book, if it can be called that, is so poorly written I had difficulty finding the story in it.  Incomplete sentences, horrific structure, poorly thought out metaphors, and lace of descriptive prose are just a few of the completely offensive ""styling"" of Suzanne Collins writing.  I wonder if she ever took a creative writing or literature class at all!  How an editor could even stomach being associated with her, let alone a publisher, is beyond my comprehension.<br/><br/>Perhaps the bright side of the mystery of her success is that we can clearly see that capitalism is still alive and well.  Throw enough money at promoting a book and it sells.  The down side is that over four thousand ""readers"" gave her shining reviews.  I weep for the future of literature.  Suzanne Collins should sell her raw manuscripts to someone who actually knows how to write a proper story.  I can only hope that I run out of firewood this winter so I can use her books to heat my home.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8D0UYYTQB930?ASIN=0439023521	None	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was great, with a fresh storyline and plenty of action; I couldn't put it down. Hope the movie lives up to it!</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2J8NRWXDHQYGY?ASIN=0439023521	Super fast shipping	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When bought this it got here so fast I wasn't expecting it. Great doing business with you I really appreciate it thanks!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2V2U9KY6P7OCE?ASIN=0439023521	Happy Customer	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was very happy with my purchase of the book, Hunger Games. The book arrived in a matter of a few days and was perfect.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OCEDH7EWP8CD?ASIN=0439023521	my favorite book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am in love with this book it made think about life in general.  will forever look for books by Suzanne Collins. Bravo.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20K18PVS1KNX3?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not put it down!  I read the whole series in a week.  They were completely Engrossing.  I recommend them highly.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMBG1BPT696UG?ASIN=0439023521	Great!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you liked the movie you should read this book and the others!<br/>I really loved the movie and reading the trilogy!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DRGTBENEWV0X?ASIN=0439023521	A BIT TOOO MUCH	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">THE GAME JUST SEEMED TO GO ON FOR TOO LONG WITHOUT ADDING MUCH TO THE PLOT .<br/> IT OBVIOUSLY WAS DESIGNED FOR A FILM</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RV4H7QSB8K5FS?ASIN=0439023521	my review...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">such a great read, the ultimate cant put down till youve finnished book. tuggs on all emotions, overall thrilling book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRBH3VOSDGO3O?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">the hunger games was an edge of your seat nail biter! i loved every minute of it and never wanted to put the book down!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYK5QFZ26GWJF?ASIN=0439023521	worth it...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">At first it was a bit hard to get hooked. But I'm glad I kept going it was fantastic! I cant want to read the next one!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MLAM42G9QWLD?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very entertaining - had a hard time putting it down.  The characters were likable and the action made it a page turner.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R356LC448B1WTI?ASIN=0439023521	amazing read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed this book, Katness is such an inspiration. This book had me laughing and weeping at times. Must read!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19XKEGUP2X76H?ASIN=0439023521	Nice	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Cool I iiioooooii FDIC uniform digit going ifuc urging icing goin glove Lviv icing act Lviv digit vciv vibe know kg of</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1M17E7QCEE24L?ASIN=0439023521	ok book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I think the book is not awesme because Suzane Collins wrote the story really slow,so no offence I didn't like the book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25SWKNME7XJRJ?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This story was great.  It was thrilling and action packed.  The life and death struggle of the characters was intense.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21XR1DMKFUO6Y?ASIN=0439023521	not nice	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a weird book and I could not relate to it at all half the time I didn't know what the author was writing about</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30QE3L7U8B0LF?ASIN=0439023521	?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">? content for young teen, what are parents letting their kids read, is no one monitoring their children.  A bit much.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16C7RXYXXU0HJ?ASIN=0439023521	Nice	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Enjoyable. I am a spanish speaker and bought this book for practicing my english. The reading was easy and enjoyable.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DHJWINMM1526?ASIN=0439023521	fabulous read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wonderful book!  I picked it up as soon as I finished the first book.  Better than book one, not as good as book two!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2DSLI1J3I694R?ASIN=0439023521	So Goooooooood!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is the first book to an amazing trilogy that I fell in love with because of this book! This is a MUST READ!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PO47CIV18IP1?ASIN=0439023521	Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good deal on the book.I will use the deal again when I need reading material.The costs was great and it come on time.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RS5QGQV0TXESG?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This three book series is an excellent read for both young adults and those of us who passed that age line long ago.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R291U7UNMWX8QD?ASIN=0439023521	Totally Addicting But Bitterly Disappointing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book manages to suck you in right from the get go - it showed a lot of promise. Despite borrowing themes from Battle Royale and the Chuunin exams from Naruto, the action scenes were exciting enough that I couldn't put this book down... until it started turning into some sappy, predictable love story. I didn't want it to go there, but it went there. It feels like a lot of young adult fantasy books end up like this. I'm guessing Twilight fans would love this book. I am utterly disappointed, felt a bit cheated, and somewhat regret purchasing the next two books... but I will read them anyway since I bought them. I can't help but be reminded of the movie The Adjustment Bureau, and how it captures you in the beginning, then turns into something completely different. Overall, it's still good light reading. It's more enjoyable than disappointing, hence the 3 stars.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3B1GW4JHVNQ7N?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Kept me engaged throughout the whole book and was very well written.Can't wait to read the next book! Two thumbs up!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MDOAZFR4GRAP?ASIN=0439023521	Wow! The best book I have read in a long time!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">You just can not put it down!  I had to start reading the next book right away! It is just awesome! A unique story!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15S3XZY5CASHZ?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a great book. I have been looking for something to keep my attention since finishing the twilight series and this is the book that did it. I am just waiting to hear more of this story. It was a great mix between action, suspense and just enough romance to keep you reading all night wanting more. Great read!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VKHQ7LKDMYJD?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Thank you Amazon!!  I really did enjoy reading this book.  It was everything that people said it would be and more.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R217FV1UXD3F0S?ASIN=0439023521	WOW....	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">SIMPLY LOVED THIS SERIES. IT HAD ME HOOKED FOR THE MOST PART. EVERYONE NEEDS TO READ THIS SERIES, ITS AWESOME!!!!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R371HCZ56SVKU5?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Book purchased for boyfriend.  It seemed to hold his interest and would buy the other book this author has written.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2A32G4U16MIS3?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games will leave you thinking for days!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of the best MG/YA books ever written. I couldn't put it down. I went to sleep thinking about the book and woke up thinking about the book.  Author Suzanne Collins' crafted an amazing story. Masterful in every way.  The Hunger Games will disturb you, challenge you, tear your heartstrings. It will not disappoint</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3EVB0D2RLYURW?ASIN=0439023521	Great Story with great characters and their resemblance to real world..	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is great book in the series of three. My kids have read this more than few times and all of us have enjoyed it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R91GU414UL2OQ?ASIN=0439023521	Good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Two in family read this book. We both could not put it down til the last page was read, we are ready for book two.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XKA491RJQ35C?ASIN=0439023521	Well...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A little boring at the beginning but i like how u make the characters in the backround. I prefer to read this book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R238BSQ9YAVJEL?ASIN=0439023521	Gave it 5 stars anyway...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had a problem with some of the premises in this book, but I gave it five stars anyway. It was an enjoyable read.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R95AMD84BL0I9?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was my daughters book and at first I wasn't sure I wanted to read it. Then couldn't put it down. Great books!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RL50D6H1KVZZ?ASIN=0439023521	love it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put it down. It has made me look at the world diffrerently. I can't wait to read more from this author.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZQWKDS8JO328?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fun and easy read. I bought this book and was into it right away. Finished in 24 hrs. Fun book to read on vacation</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7VZ2ACTCVCQS?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome-tastic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was so incredible. I couldn't put it down. I read each book in a day because they were so very engaging!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RA3FOPJDCD6U3?ASIN=0439023521	Good Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Something different to try, i loved it.  One of those books that you can read more than once- great for a cold day</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34SHSQACU4VWX?ASIN=0439023521	excellent book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put it down once I started reading it.  I am already anxiously waiting for the next book in this serie.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IGT1PZ14O7VX?ASIN=0439023521	omg	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was amazing because I loved the font and the huge text size. It was a really great book.<br/><br/>NOT</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HSRML4MMQN4W?ASIN=0439023521	Bv	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hugh checks Minsk jacks dock I did Isis jack jacks dock sidekicks. Minsk jinx jacks jacks jacks jacks jacks kicks</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R353XZ5OCF0JNR?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I h<br/>Watch<br/>Bend the prisoner of Damages and I can vBulletin to go in english and Spanish language of war</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GBDQAWFOH8X8?ASIN=0439023521	Pure entertainment!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is worth all the hype. I loved the book, and will most likely see the movie as well. Twilight Saga, move over!</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Q1KKY8D3SU5?ASIN=0439023521	Great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed reading this book with my kids!  It offered lots of topics for discussion at over family dinner.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ASM86HKOJSHI?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What a great book. A story about love and survival all wrapped up into one book.I could hardly put the book down.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2AI7I8YMJKNWA?ASIN=0439023521	Gross and Disturbing! Parent of preteens beware!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is disgusting. I found it not only gross but offensive to kids. Allowing a young girl to stand naked in front of her handlers and have them scrutinize her is akin to child porn... It's not only the nudity but the depicted violence.<br/>I love a good fantasy violence book like Lord of the Rings or the like.So it shouldn't of bothered me.. but the way it was portrayed in Hunger Games was almost sadistic.<br/><br/>Collins writes steamy novels for adults..Her style and images are NOT good for young impressionable girls who care about self respect and brains.<br/><br/>Parents beware.<br/>My 11 year old daughter received this as a gift. I read it before she got her hands on it (she was reading a decent book, Book #5 in Chronicles of the Imaginarium Geographica Series by James A. Owens). When I told her the plot, she said throw it out!!<br/><br/> Kids being used as pigs sent to slaughter...pitted against each other for the enjoyment of the the ""higher class""..reminded me of rooster coc-fighting...barbaric and cruel.<br/><br/>So it went to the used book store and she got a Mysterious Benedict Society book instead. Young people in positive friendships  solving mysteries against an evil wanna-be overlord.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12MPWYTJWTOXY?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is amazing!! I would recomend  this to anyone who likes action paced books the movies are also amazing</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15OMN0OODXXFB?ASIN=0439023521	Pulp	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I got this because I heard it was good and a movie was made from it (which I haven't seen).  Very disappointing.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROJRN7P52ZPVC?ASIN=0439023521	amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">it was such a good book<br/>even after reading it 4 times i couldnt put this book down<br/><br/>BUY THIS BOOK</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NSXW5MDZKJ88?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games trilogy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this whole trilogy! Fast paced and fun! Can't wait to see the movie, but i bet the books will be better.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NEQG18KBFGWG?ASIN=0439023521	It's alright.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is OK. Not the greatest book ever, but it is an easy read.  I was pressured to read this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R134Y5KGAINBRS?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic book, even for a 25+ year old	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">You can definitely tell the book is written for teens, but its a great read even for someone in their late 20s!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13ORTC6R7COC?ASIN=0439023521	Very Pleased!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was just as described.  Great book, and an easy read!  Pleasure to do business with.  Thanks so much!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WL7XAUB1LI74?ASIN=0439023521	Addictive~	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Absolutely addictive. I literally could NOT put this book down. I can't wait to start on book II - What a ride!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNWCHBD2GDM9W?ASIN=0439023521	great story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is a great and easy read with such a strong story line.  I wanted the hard cover to complete my set.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTUKP20Q40LQF?ASIN=0439023521	Great stuff!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book was received in great condition and before the estimated delivery time.<br/>A breathtaking novel indeed.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WI6HQK5DQLYD?ASIN=0439023521	Hard to put down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great read.  It was hard to put down after the first few pages.  The writing style and creativity was amazing.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSRI2SYOLEESE?ASIN=0439023521	Could not put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Based on the review by Steven King and the recommendation by Stephenie Meyer, I bought the book. I could not put it down even though I cried most of the way through it. God help us if we ever allow out world to turn into the one Collins created for this book. I can't wait to see what happens next.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7EML8LKIGL4Q?ASIN=0439023521	It's my fault	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I asked my friend how this book was, she said it was kind of like Orwell's 1984. It's my fault for not asking ""what does that really mean."" This book could only dream to have the depth, drama, language, philosophy, and emotion of Orwell's 1984. This book's only selling point is the elementary desire in every one of us to know how the story ends. That desire alone will keep you reading.<br/><br/>I was bored by most of the dialogue in the book and found myself skipping paragraphs just to learn how the story ended. This book reminded me why I usually don't read fiction. To do fiction well one must be en excellent writer, and have a fertile mind for imagination.<br/><br/>Although you might have never read this book, in reality you have. That sentence makes sense to those who have read the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R330WSD3VPELCQ?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was such an amazing book I could not put it down, not even in class! I have to get the whole series now.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2O6K1O1RGQDJ4?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved the book and it was great to be able to read it on my ereader.  Couldn't stop til I completed the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3DFWOJD3MAB1T?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book in one day. Could not put the book down. I can't wait for the movie to come out in theatres!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RYO2FI7I9OCR?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">1 in 4 in the USA are food challenged. What can you do to change that dynamic, make a difference join Rotary</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23DG2J36M8F4N?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is so full with action and adventure and love I couldn't keep my eyes off its like if it was real.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BDZ6B4HCFFBD?ASIN=0439023521	Don't make plans for the next couple of days	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is ideal airplane reading. You won't even care about the TSA because you won't be able to stop reading.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QQFAPZ2BN1FB?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book!  The entire trilogy actually.  Action, adventure, and clean enough to share with my kids.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YY3QZHFDPYVP?ASIN=0439023521	It's horrible and terrible l could  or stop reading it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">1star<br/>don't 'read it if your over 65 :( it is basically battle royal but with children and not as good</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12U03YHCP1LXG?ASIN=0439023521	AWESOME	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is one of the best book I have ever  read . It is great for people who like books with lots of action.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGR54ARD4W40N?ASIN=0439023521	Entertaining!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It kept my interest throughout and had a lot of plausible action.  It was really fun to watch.  I liked it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPR1WCAI0RB8A?ASIN=0439023521	Thresh	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Add more detail of death don't have a bigger alliance so the people don't watch a girl die not entertaining</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1O9EUMKR18UFH?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">'The Hunger Games'' was very awesome book And it was a very good book! :]  . I loved it! - Team Peeta!!!!!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMPLDTBPIZV9J?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was wonderful. After the first few pages, you are hooked.  I would recommend this book to anyone!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLO17817G8HRI?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS EVER, I LOVE IT. IT'S A GREAT BOOK FOR BOTH MEN AND WOMEN, I DEFINITELY RECOMMEND IT!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZJWO3XHGXJIC?ASIN=0439023521	page turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After I read this book, I gave it to everyone I know! Exciting, great characters, can't wait for the movie!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12SLB25MHZTE1?ASIN=0439023521	Always listen to your first instinct.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Intially I wasn't going to read The Hunger Games, since it never quite caught my eye in the first place. And I also tend to keep away from things that get over hyped such as this. But after much coaxing from different  people and my older brother I decided to take a risk. Which now I  regret of doing. I hated everything about this book, from the writing to the characters, or maybe I should say character-Katniss.  For an awesome name she sure made a bland protagonist.<br/><br/>Another ire of mine was the forced and somewhat absurd romance of Katniss and Peeta. I literally had to rolled my eyes at some of their interaction. Not to mention about the tributes turned wolves. After that I had enough.<br/><br/>I think this could have been a great book if another author wrote it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TLHNMBTFH3TD?ASIN=0439023521	It was  a good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked this book a lot and wanted to get the series. I was glad I was able to still buy a hard cover one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CVTCJSGS1OCP?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Game	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My son and daughter liked this book. I have not read it  I hope it is good I have no idea what it is about</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDV2C1Y5ZE31?ASIN=0439023521	Great story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book, it has a very catchy storyline and I couldn't stop reading. Don't hesitate to buy this!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AV1WHO82PBFV?ASIN=0439023521	Loved this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved the Hunger Games!  Had to finish the book in a weekend b/c I couldn't wait to see what happened next</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VYL5UWJ9Q8XE?ASIN=0439023521	captivating	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I agree with the others who said they couldn't put the book down. Once I started reading I couldn't stop!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RDKTL9U5LAXC?ASIN=0439023521	Shallow, juvenile	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What a disappointing read.  The plot is simplistic lacking any understanding of true human conflict.  The characters are shallow and one sided.  Its basically an adventure novel for 13 year olds.  Not thought out very well and not researched very well either.  One star is being generous.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38BOUUIUVE8K0?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't Put It Down If You Tried...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I highly recommend this series for anyone to read. The entire series is extremely well written and leaves the reader unable to put the book down....and in those rare cases when they separate themselves from the book, it's all they can think about. It reminds me a lot of The Giver. Enjoy!</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3S8FOINT7HEG?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I did not like it because I apparently got a few pages of a sample.  I thought I paid for the whole book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26KGB9WY2TY3X?ASIN=0439023521	great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">very good.  easy to read, hard to stop reading.  i felt the movie was very faithful the the book as well.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2EKHBY85C16M5?ASIN=0439023521	Pleasantly surprised!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Was surprised I loved this book, could not put it down, ended up ordering the other 2 books in the series</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3ET743ZT14AYJ?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book sorta reminds me of Stephen King's THE LONG WALK.  Love them both, can't wait to see the movie!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QT33M66B4S5K?ASIN=0439023521	Brillient	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is another great book by Suzanne Collinsthe bok was very well writen. I can't wait to see the movie.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLYHI8WTLO3KB?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZINGG!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow this book is probably the best book ive ever read. I could hardly put it down once I started reading.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25EEEF2XS1CYS?ASIN=0439023521	amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I beleive that was a really good book that i couldnt put down and was definately the best in the series</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23IFUH6ZIOM5P?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was worth my money. I plan to re-read it, and I have loaned it out to several friends to read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UEW74FQHTY9C?ASIN=0439023521	over rated	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is an easy read, and a quick one.  The plot is simple and the action reasonably paced.  The amount of creativity in developing the future world is minimal.  The insight into people's behavior is limited.  The explanation for why the evolution of the ""Games"" is not developed.  The repeatedly fortuitous escapes of the two heroes are contrived. There is little character development and what is present is stereotypic or unrealistic.  Why does everyone seem to just like Katniss?  Why do they all want her to win?  How can she be so clueless about her feelings toward Peeta?  Give me a break....<br/>Should be a good movie only because with strong videography you don't need much of a plot, and decent actors can infuse some character into the flat characterizations.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3WKB699ONXXX?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Loved every part of this book. The movie really messed up a lot of parts. Ready to start the second one.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UZGWOGGWPHKT?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book and almost done with book 2 and ready to start the 3rd book. This is a easy fun read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWGZEUFNEGVEI?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Keeps you on your toes and wanting more! Super excited to read the rest of the books and see the movie!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UQX1EHSF9IE6?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is definitely a page turner! I couldn't put it down. Buy it and you will not be disappointed.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28D8KBCL2PT9T?ASIN=0439023521	Dislexia	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I hav sirios dislexia anb i red the booc in won wik that is my recod. i lovd it so much veri good book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QUQ3VCTWT892?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">BEST BOOK EVER! I LOVED THE BOOK SO MUCH! I CAN'T WAIT TO READ CATCHING FIRE! I WANT TO SEE THE MOVIE!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R12BHJLEEHGPT2?ASIN=0439023521	Perfect - would buy again	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very happy with this purchse. Came looking brand new and I would buy it over again - way to go A plus!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2U4SDUGRZX6EP?ASIN=0439023521	THE HUGER GAMES	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was a great read i couldn't put it down. The book made you feel like you were right there watching.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R356B4WSK3TB0M?ASIN=0439023521	could not put the book down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">you are going to half to get to part t when the fun begians so dont put the book down give it a chance</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MHB6K6C8O7T3?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was really good better than the movie and I loved it so much! It was better than any other no book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2W5VWYPB8P6LE?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I COULD NOT PUT IT DOWN!!! Oh my gosh it's so good I highly recommend it!!! I rate it five stars!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34VW56A6XFS6H?ASIN=0439023521	Love at first read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This entire series is amazing, whether you are 13 or 33!  It is a riveting read - highly recommend!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RGR8G5PDXMNP?ASIN=0439023521	Deplorable...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Stephen King and Stephanie Meyer praised this book...that should be an indicator to set off warning lights. Two of the worst writers in history, both terribly overrated, praise an equally terrible and overrated book.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is written in first-person present tense, a style which limits itself by default. The writer contrains herself to the character's point of view and clearly struggles with sentence structure and making herself understood. The premise is unoriginal and suspiciously similar to another work with the same plot, Battle Royale.<br/><br/>Evidently aimed towards naive teenagers with no sense of good taste in literatura, the same crowd that devours Twilight, this book is a shamefully overrated pustule on the face of American literatura. Avoid it like a plague.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13ROFWXUUTJCE?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't know what else to say about this book. Simply one of the best love stories I've ever read.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXDP0S91D1YFH?ASIN=0439023521	great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A great book and an easy read! Enjoyed it very much! Kept me wanting more, I couldn't put it down!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RFH5FYFCW7GX?ASIN=0439023521	my review, short but sweet	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I started this book last night. I just finished it less than 24 hours later. Yes, it IS that good.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YRFPH4TDHBC7?ASIN=0439023521	READ IN ONE NIGHT	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">when beginnings to read it you cannot make other that not to stop - fascinating weft - i love pete</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24PJLQ1U5B9JP?ASIN=0439023521	I felt like I was in the Games!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger Games is the best book I have read in a while. Suzanne Collins is an outstanding writer! I can not wait to finish the next two books, and watch the movies! I could not put the book down, it is easy to follow the story line and is very exciting!!!!!!!!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26LTRMVSJUVZO?ASIN=0439023521	Detailed review below	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Have you ever asked yourself the question, ""Wouldn't the world be better if, in `the future', the government took young boys and girls away from their parents and forced them to kill each other in an Arena on live television for the amusement of the masses?""... Details below.<br/><br/>[...]</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RUTP87ERV028?ASIN=0439023521	Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is very good I think more people would read this it is truly an amazing book BOOM bang</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22EP3RRY0WPUB?ASIN=0439023521	Hungergames	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I like the book it was just enough romance and action and I give all five stars I loved the book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RW9X9A4H2Y2QY?ASIN=0439023521	a good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this is a good book. it is printed so anyone can read it. got it very quickly and in good shape.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HFLF8FSJ6J6Y?ASIN=0439023521	good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is a good book but you shouldn't ask me before I've even read it. Thank you very much. Peace</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XPZEU2HVKQZX?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">THE HUNGER GAMES IS A VERY GOOD BOOK. I LOVE THE HUNGER GAMES. I THOUGHT THIS WAS A GREAT BOOK.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2R0K9ODZLYMOI?ASIN=0439023521	Instant Fave	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was skeptical to read this trilogy but I have to admit that I was hooked immediately and have now read all 3 books several times (which I rarely do). I understand the controversy regarding children reading these books, however, I highly recommend them.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FH8IP9SBV3NW?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I starting reading this book one morning before classes and didnt put it down until 2am the next morning. This book is a easy read for those that may have any reading troubles and puts the imagination to work creating a world a blood, sweat, and tears.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2C2AC2JXOCJS8?ASIN=0439023521	great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger games is a great book.  I read it over the weekend and couldnt put the book down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10ZI48NQO1LDP?ASIN=0439023521	None	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i am a guy but me my bro and my mom all share a kindle acount but in the movie katniss is hot</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26I967H967UT5?ASIN=0439023521	Appalled by the book - and the reviews also	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well, after reading the first few chapters, I added a supportive comment to a review that was basically disgusted by the whole concepts of adolescents slaughtering each other in ""games."" Then I thought ""wait, maybe there is a deeper way to look at this, let's see"" and read the rest of it. No. It's sick, and not redeemed by the cutesy ending.<br/><br/>There are two huge problems. First, how is the reader to take it? If we can roll with it and just follow the narrative as with any other story, mustn't we be horrendously desensitized and unempathic - practically psychopathic? Sadly, that is probably true of many today raised on our media's diet of uncaring violence. I had to keep a distance and view the thing as a peculiar object, not as something to be drawn into. Second, how realistic is it that even having endured the crushing deprivation of their status and the ""tributes"" for decades, the people of the districts would have been as glacial in emotion as Katniss and the others are described in their preparation and early stages of the combat?  Can denial be so extreme? Yes, as the reality of the deaths hits, she begins to experience something like a normal reaction, but it's little and late. Unless - and this is truly unpleasant to contemplate - her bland acceptance of the whole thing mirrors today's young. If so, no wonder we have mass shootings.<br/><br/>I was wondering if underneath the smoothly-crafted nastiness we were being made to re-examine ourselves and realize how degraded our tastes have become. But I didn't get any sense of that. I don't think Aristotle would have accorded this the mantle of tragedy:  no catharsis here for the 21st century's jaded palate.<br/><br/>Yes I can hear the author's defences: Hey, it's nothing new, the Romans had their public spectacles of gladiators fighting to the death: and some ancient cultures had human sacrifices of their young: all I did was put these together. In an interview she even used the term ""gladiatorial."" Sorry: why would you try to yank us back into times of brutality?<br/><br/>I am truly sorry to see that this book - don't know the other two - has received such widespread acclaim. Disturbing. And the movie is rated PG-13! WHAT IS WRONG WITH US?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GAZE70SI8TEY?ASIN=0439023521	The Real Dystopia	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Mark Twain defined a literary classic as ""a book which people praise and don't read.""<br/><br/>I've enjoyed reading classics since I was sixteen years old (a Poe anthology had me completely mesmerized!). I read George Orwell's 1984 during my early 20s, and it's by far one of the best books I've ever read.<br/><br/>1984 can be considered a classic cyberpunk and dystopian novel.<br/><br/>Cyberpunk can be defined as a genre that ""is about expressing (often dark) ideas about human nature, technology and their respective combination in the near future."" (Cyberpunk Review)<br/><br/>Dystopia (HUNGER GAMES = ""YA Dystopia"") can be defined as: ""An imaginary place or state in which the condition of life is extremely bad, as from deprivation, oppression, or terror."" (The Free Dictionary)<br/><br/>I was talking to a friend from the U.K. recently, who had this to say about commercialism:<br/><br/>***<br/><br/>""Wow! I never knew about BATTLE ROYALE. To be honest, I hated THE HUNGER GAMES without knowing anything about it. Partly it was because I kept seeing it in the Kindle best seller charts. I assumed it was just some badly written self-published garbage that had been hyped on Twitter. But I see now it has been hyped everywhere and has big money behind it.<br/><br/>These big companies are businesses first and foremost. Stories are product. The ones they pick up are largely irrelevant. The marketing campaign is the main thing. Well, in fact the return on capital is the main thing. The marketing campaign is the way to achieve that. The product is just one small piece in the corporate plan.<br/><br/>I have always been put off by commercialism in any media. In fact I'm prejudiced against commercially successful things. Too much trash is touted as worth our while. Journalists desperate for readers jump on any bandwagon they can. Things are famous because they are famous and not because of any intrinsic merit. This is truer now than it's ever been.""<br/><br/>***<br/><br/>I think it's scary how ""dystopia"" itself has become a marketing label. I think it's scary when people trash classic books as being ""for pretentious people"" only, while they praise modern-day bestsellers as being superior to classic books because ""these books were more popular"" than classic texts that (1) had some amount of depth to them, and (2) have stood the test of time. I think it's scary how quality doesn't seem to matter anymore, because some people see the 'elite' as being 'elitist'.<br/><br/>Crass commercialism and corporate greed often go hand in hand. This is the real dystopia, where hype replaces meaning, where mediocrity is celebrated over something original and substantial, all in the name of profits. After all, how good can something really be if it can be replaced by another manufactured franchise in the next 5-10 years?<br/><br/>Keep that in mind when the next hyped franchise comes around :)!<br/><br/>-- author of THE HYPE GAMES: A HG Parody (Spring 2012; in ""tribute"" to everyone who stood up for BATTLE ROYALE and Stephen King's works)</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YOFIDRQIVGXK?ASIN=0439023521	Terrific	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A bit tough to start but once I got into it I loved it.<br/>I look forward to the next one!</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRI1QCKA1MY92?ASIN=0439023521	Good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">There is a fair amount of violence so I would not recommend it to younger readers. It is refreshing to see a strong female lead who, despite numerous hardships manages to succeed without sacrificing her beliefs in the process.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1B6TWM4MXNG39?ASIN=0439023521	best book ever!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book brought meaning to the word fight. Most people don't understand that a fight is eal and this book brough you in to it and really gave you the definition. This book is right next to Harry Potter and Percy Jackson.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GMNDHBQVYEX0?ASIN=0439023521	Who cares?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had to read this for Book Club. I had to make myself finish it.  I couldn't manage to care about any of the characters or their situation.  Too surreal. This probably won't happen in my lifetime. Not a fun book to read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UOWHV3J726Z9?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fantastically narrated and well paced book. Impossible to put down once I started it. The overall language and pace is not too heavy, but just right to keep you engaged throughout the narrative.Very highly recommended.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZRSCOKG12GPI?ASIN=0439023521	Outstanding	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of the best series of books I've ever read!  I cannot believe this is for ""young adults"".  Really great writing = I almost never re-read books.  This whole series will be re-read many, many times before I'm done!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JPRHJNLEXUWR?ASIN=0439023521	a good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book was so good i wish it was a show. I can not wait for the next one. ng</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROTHVQ1IM5ED6?ASIN=0439023521	Could not stop reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have read all three books in 2 days, and love them. Suzanne Collins puts her heart and soul in when writing the books. I wish there were more books! TEAM PEETA!!!(you would get what i mean if you read it):-)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UJE664NOOB6M?ASIN=0439023521	Everything you've heard about this book was correct.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">People kept telling me to read this book and that it was so awesome you couldn't put it down. They were completely right, it's a very refreshing read. Read the book before you see the movie that's coming soon!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27U06TQ25WVO4?ASIN=0439023521	Doesn't truly include narration	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I ordered this because it had narration with it and I was about to take a long road trip.  What I didn't know was that the narration only lasts for the first ten minutes of the book - not even through the first chapter.  Then, you have to pay more to have the rest of the narration.  I was away from wi-fi by the time I discovered that, so I was not able to listen to this series while on the road as I had intended.  I haven't read the book yet, so perhaps my rating would have been better, but my experience with this purchase was only disappointing.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R201Q48XU357JQ?ASIN=0439023521	Great book! Quick delivery	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This kindle version of the book came quickly and was exactly what I expected! Very easy to read and as good as everyone told me it was going to be. you must see the movie if you have read the book. Thanks! A+</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14V8572KLK0LO?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book Thank You Stephenie Meyer for the tip!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book leaves you thinking about it days after you have finished reading it. Warning you will not be able to put this book down once you start. Not a book for young children. Thanks for the great read. KJ</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9SB2QHHQIQ3N?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful series.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is an awesome series for folks of all ages.  This is a story of survival and love and loyalty that beats that crap out of those sissy Twilight books.  I cannot WAIT for the movies to come out.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RPGMVP2M4L2X?ASIN=0439023521	Stupid	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Stephen King gave it a B.  I think he was too kind.  It was an okay book but the hype.... I only read it because of the hype and I'm so glad to be done with it. Now I can get on to reading really good books that have meaning and contribute something.  What a waste of time.  I'm embarrassed that so many people thought it was a great book.  It bothers me that parents and teachers are okay with the premise and violence.  The ending with the dead children coming back as ""mutts""....  did I say ""stupit""?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R335F6AIA70UDX?ASIN=0439023521	Ok	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">it was a free offer so I got it. Haven't been motivated to read it yet.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GAZG61CNQWXG?ASIN=0439023521	What's with the hype?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After reading so many reviews about this book, I finally decided to pick it up. I really don't get the hype. The main character was essentially a ""mary sue"". Tragic past, she has to face trials, blah blah blah. Who cares really. The writing was basic and nothing to talk about.  I don't even understand why this book deserved sequels since I'm not interested in what happens next. Well I'm happy I didn't pick up all three books at one time or I would have been highly upset.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KKKK7YWABQLC?ASIN=0439023521	Mortal Kombat	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">How does the experience of reading Hunger Games compare with an equivalent number of hours at the joystick playing Mortal Kombat?  Well in Mortal Konbat, the plot twists are likely more probable, the internal logic more consistent, and the underlying moral value somewhat more lofty.  At least the online gamer slaughters relentless hoards of mutants or beefy professional mercenaries.  He is not asked to participate in the killing of unarmed innocents that he has come to like, and then fault them for their deaths.  At least one among the ""career tributes"" (game-victims) is a psychopath.  This is Cato.  He says of our heroine ""When we find her, I get to kill her in my own way, and no one interferes.""  We are invited to hate Cato and to celebrate his death.  This is a most unfair device it seems to me for it shifts blame for the game's atrocities to one of its victims.  Cato by the way is killed finally by a pack of zombie dogs that are the reincarnated children who have been murdered earlier in the game.<br/><br/>  Let me say it differently.  If killing Cato by calling up murdered children from the dead and reincarnating them as a pack of zombie dogs is a satisfactory resolution to the novel's central conflicts and themes, then what are the novel's central conflicts and themes?  What is the crime that justifies--in moral terms--such terrible retribution?  There is none because the dogs have no judgment.  The dog pack is not an arrow aimed with some clear intent; it is a bomb set off in a crowd.  The dogs would have killed Katniss just as quickly as they did Kato.  It's simply random and mindless murder without purpose.<br/><br/>  Among the other dead, one is a young girl who's been nicknamed Foxface.  Any girl called Foxface by other girls deserves to die, does she not?  No one need cry for her.  Or so Collins would have it.  Here's the female tribute from District 1 before the slaughter: ""With that flowing blonde hair, emerald green eyes, her body tall and lush, she's sexy all the way.""  Oh, she's wearing a see-though gown by the way.  We have several of these titillating beauty-contest moments in the book that are presented without any sense of irony or cynicism.<br/><br/>  So let's be clear.  Suppose you are presented with two works of imaginative art--both artists being adults.  The first is a pen and ink drawing of two children engaged in a pornographic act.  The second is a passage from a novel that graphically describes one child killing another.  Sensing where I'm headed with this, you might stop me with the complaint, ""But that's unfair.  The passage is taken out of context.  The killing takes place in a work of fiction with overall artistic value.""  But does it?  The charge I'm so clumsily making is that the tone of meritorious futuristic or fantasy fiction is a masquerade that makes the pornography of death palatable.<br/><br/>  The troublesome question is then, is Collins herself the faceless Gamemaker of the novel?  It seems so.  It is she and she alone who designs and inflicts the injustices and the abuses and the deaths of children simply for the entertainment those grim outcomes provide.  Collins seems a statistic bully.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XXL0Y9L9TK98?ASIN=0439023521	Very GOOD READ	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought this was a very good read cannt wait to read the next one..</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FZ0KUYHAXG6U?ASIN=0439023521	Highly recommeded!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Just finished this trilogy, and all i can say is it was amazing.  So glad my sister recommended these books,  I have been completely engrossed these books for the past week.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TJNX6WB5BY1?ASIN=0439023521	Love Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This series will be another ""Twilight"" for young adults and teens. Can't wait for the movie. I could not find the paperback in stores and this book came very quickly. Thanks.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXE9XWI2I9R0X?ASIN=0439023521	You May Wonder Why One Star	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One star because it is written in the most dreadful style ever created. First person, present tense. Thankfully this style is relatively rare in the publishing world though it abounds in college composition courses. Which leads to the old axiom, ""Those who can, do while those who can't, teach.<br/><br/>Fortunately, I got this book through Kindle Unlimited so, after only reading three pages, I have decided to trade it in on a book that is better written.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3L4BZ9ANVY43P?ASIN=0439023521	stuff	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Bk b b h h h g g h h g h FBI vbn vbn vbn b nbbnjbvcb h b d g h h</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXUSOWIFCN2ME?ASIN=0439023521	a slight disappointment	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">overall the book was fabulous although i though that the book would be totally appropriate for kids ages 6 and up or so, which ment i didnt expect so much romance</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGO0PTCM6UTMB?ASIN=0439023521	Drab	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I must be missing something. Very bland characters engage in a very predictable contest. It's not terrible, but it's not deserving of all the acclaim given to it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1B27GHE5HLK8K?ASIN=0439023521	Boring	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Intrigued by the marketing of the title and the movie I decided to read the book.  Boring, hard to get through, had to stop.  You have to buy into the fantasy to have any motivation to continue, and this reader couldn't suspend reality necessary to become engaged with the plot or characters.  It may appeal to teen readers, Harry Potter types.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1EWKJLVMWH0M1?ASIN=0439023521	Three Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">OK</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11MXFQY00N9OY?ASIN=0439023521	Good start to an otherwise disappointing trilogy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I made the mistake of reading the entire Hunger Games trilogy in one sitting without stopping to take notes on what I wanted to post about each one so I had to read them again to make sure they weren't all muddled in my mind.  Suggestion: don't do that.  The books are much better when you take the time in between to let what you've read settle into your thoughts.<br/><br/>As everyone probably knows by now, The Hunger Games is about a teenage girl in a dystopian world where every year 24 children are sent to an arena where they will each try to be the last one alive.  The girl, Katniss, volunteers to take part in the Games in order to save her younger sister.  It's an interesting plot idea on its own and Collins manages to make it even moreso without falling into the usual traps of teen angst and guilt.  It is violent and somewhat gruesome, but not to the point of excess.  Readers with wilderness knowledge may question a few moments, but the emotional realism makes up for the more contrived points.<br/><br/>The one major complaint I do have is that the pacing is a bit off.  The time before Katniss' arrives in the Arena drags while what should be the actual substance of the books (The Games) is painted with very broad strokes.  That said, The Hunger Games is still my favourite of the trilogy.  In fact, I suggest skipping the other two as they fall far short of the mark.<br/><br/>I know that one of the bigger questions about the book is whether or not it's appropriate for younger teens and children.  I honestly don't know.  I don't have children so I'm not versed in what's considered age-appropriate these days.  I will say that The Hunger Games has a wide variety of themes to explore that I would have found interesting at about 11-13 (and still do).  There's everything from the morality of killing another person to save yourself to sacrificing yourself for a loved one to more simple questions of friendship and trust.  What I can't remember is whether or not the more violent sections would have given me nightmares.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11STGSJ89AGVB?ASIN=0439023521	Hands down the best book I have read recently	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This has hands down been my favorite ""new"" (meaning a new read for me) book in recent memory.  It was engaging and interesting almost from the beginning and right up until the end.  This is the first book in years that I have found myself staying up to read because I can't put it down.  I read it in just a few days, and I can't wait for the next one. I cannot recommend this highly enough, especially with the movie coming out shortly.<br/><br/>Katniss, the main character, was fantastic - just the right mix of strength and compassion etc. to make for a very compelling female character.  Too often authors think a strong female character has to be unfeeling, and Collins has nailed the in-between, for me at least.<br/><br/>I thought this was an interesting commentary on society; both the potential that we will degenerate to the point where we will have roman style gladiatorial combat and the discrepancy between the rich and the poor, which is very much a central theme of the book.  It somewhat remind me of Lord of the Flies, although of course here the violence is not voluntary.<br/><br/>While the book is very brutal, it didn't bother me, and I felt there was a constructive point to the violence.  Furthermore, there is a hopeful message buried under the violence - many of the tributes maintain their humanity despite what is happening to them, which I thought was great.  Likewise, while the toying with Peeta's heart tore at the reader's heartstrings, it does add another layer of brutality to the already brutal games.<br/><br/>Of course, as always, there were some minor negatives to the book.  First, I felt the love story was unnecessary and overdone.  I didn't really feel that it added much to the book, other than maybe to give a focus for Katniss's confusion.  Even if one can see it's utility, I felt like it was too much of a focus for the latter portion of the book.  Likewise, I got the impression that Gale was meant to create a kind of love triangle, but if so his relationship with Katniss really should have been more developed - maybe it is in the other books?<br/><br/>SOMEWHAT OF A SPOILER:  More importantly, I really felt much of the end was predictable - however, that didn't take away from my desire to find out how it unfolds.  I just think the author would have made for more tension by having the story be in the third person or having multiple first person viewpoints.  First person automatically indicates, to me, that the person narrating must survive - I've only read one book where that was not the case.  Likewise, the love interest with Peeta somewhat gave away that he must survive - it would have had more shock value etc if she had killed one of them or at least led us to believe that one or both might die. Third, the book really felt like a one-off to me; yes she left a bit of a cliffhanger with the romance, but she could have wrapped that up with another chapter.  I am really curious to see what happens in the second book, as it doesn't feel at all natural to me to have a second book, much less a third.<br/><br/>Overall a really excellent book, it held my attention the entire time and I could not wait to find out what happened at the end.  And I can't wait to read the follow up, either.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1TIEK6HDOUV2?ASIN=0439023521	Entertaining read for teens. For adults? Meh....	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm not much of a bandwagon jumper unless a book or movie really catches my eye and, to be honest, I had no prior knowledge of The Hunger Games before the movie started getting all of the hype. I had seen the books in stores but, figuring it was some tween lit that was too young for me to get into, I ignored it. I didn't even plan on seeing the movie until the first reviews came in after its release and gave some general inkling whether or not it was worth my money. Being accosted by two Hunger Games loving friends to read the book before the movie came out, I caved and borrowed a copy.<br/><br/>My first qualm with the book was opening it up to find it was written in first person and present tense. Besides some poetry, I've never read nor written in present tense, and I'm not very fond of first-person. I don't need to feel ""inserted"" into a story to enjoy it, so first person is kind of meh to me. I'm glad I didn't let this deter me from continuing the book, as it actually lends itself very well to the nature of the story and Katniss' character. The Hunger Games reads like a journal, told from the perspective of a believably and well written 16-year old girl. You aren't reading the author's descriptions of events and places or presentation of dialogue, but rather Katniss' personal account of the things around her and the people she encounters. It is an interesting and appropriate choice in regard to style and perspective. A few pages into the book and I found I had grown used to it.<br/><br/>That being said, because the book is written from the perspective of a 16 year-old girl and is meant for teens, the book is...very teen-ish. I haven't read a ""for young adults"" book since Harry Potter. The last few HP books never felt too young for me, yet in comparison I definitely felt like I was reading something from that section in Barnes and Noble I never tread into. The one of badly Photoshopped covers of angsty looking, too pretty youths that all look like bastardized Twilight covers now. The narrative is of what's going on in Katniss' head as much as (if not more than) it is about the action. She's emotionally unsure and sensitive, defensively snappy, awkward, and second-guesses herself constantly in that way only a 16 year old girl can be. Which I appreciate, as it makes her a very realistic and believable character. Yet I found myself skimming the thick paragraphs of Katniss' inner turmoil and wishing there was more action in between. Collins' writing style is very succinct for the most part, and it showed in often sparse, quick descriptions when it came to places or actions. She likes to paraphrase and summarize. Katniss' inner thoughts, however, are always fleshed out and given much more page space than her battles with the other tributes. For example, Katniss often angsts over whether fellow D-12 tribute Peeta--one side of the necessary Teen Love Triangle, the other one being Katniss' childhood friend Gale--acts out of earnest kindness or cunning strategy toward her. Peeta gives her a brief meaningful look described in only a short sentence and we are afterwards subjected to a 3/4 page long inner monologue of Katniss thinking ""Does he like me or is he really a murderous dick?""<br/><br/>Not to say that this focus on Katniss' inner thoughts is a bad thing. You expect such in a book written from first person, as it makes sense. Yet there were times I found myself exasperated with the character (appropriately so?) and her paranoid angsting when all I wanted to read was more action between the tributes. It helped that Katniss wasn't an unlikeable character, I suppose, or I may have abandoned the book. She's strong, resilient and, later on, not resigned to just die in the Games as she thought we would. She's annoying sometimes, but she's a 16 year old girl. I think that is intentional. In regard to other characters, Peeta is likeable and sweet in the way a puppy in the rain is. You just feel so bad for the poor guy, which I suppose makes him appealing as one of the two possible relationship pairings. I can't say I'm fully on-board Team Peeta yet. The residents of the Capitol are equally interesting and loathsome, being that they are among the aristocracy that oppress the Districts, but I love the descriptions of their extravagant lifestyles and culture. Most of the other tributes are not fleshed out and I found myself wishing I knew more about them. But, again, that is one of the drawbacks of a first-person written book.<br/><br/>Collins is a good writer, no doubt about that, but the pacing of the story was a little uneven at times. Sluggishly dragging on and a bit inane in focus at times, and then bam, the action I was craving for is suddenly over in a short paragraph. Some of her plot devices are a little snort-worthy and feel cliche even for a teen book. I suppose the reason for the hype around the book and its most admirable quality is her tackling of a very dark premise (dystopian government killing kids) and making it into a teen story that doesn't feel too macabre. The theme of an oppressive, dictating force (The Capitol) isn't too heavy and relatable to teens. The violence isn't too graphic, unlike Battle Royale, but the realism is there. Never did I feel like Collins avoided it for the sake of keeping the book PG-13. She does it well considering the young audience the book is intended for. I think it is less appealing to adults myself, though my two older friends adored the book series. The reading level of the book is just so obviously 13-16.<br/><br/>tl;dr: Entertaining book with some plot flaws and a strange choice for point of view that gets better as you read further. Don't expect anything mentally challenging or thought-provoking, just enjoy the story and the angst and then get ready for the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R82E7JDF9TOZY?ASIN=0439023521	Read before seeing movie.  For fans of THE LONG WALK or BATTLE ROYALE	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">[This is kind of spoiler-ish]  I was reluctant to read this book, because I can't seem to get back into YA fiction, but, if the YA fiction of today means simple, concise, packed prose like this, that is so easily accessible, then I really need to read more of it.<br/><br/>There is a great balance of exposition here, and just enough revealed, naturally or narratively.  I had an immediate connection to Katniss, which is something that usually takes a while to get into.  The story about her sister's cat was a great example of this, demonstrating both her toughness and the powerful love for her sister.  The first chapter is so powerful, it's a shame that the movie trailer gives the plot away.  The opening is also great, with the concept of bartering for tesserae.  While world-building can be stale, and not so creative, this brings out socioeconomic details, familial dynamic, and additionally, adds to the tension of the lottery.<br/><br/>I don't know the terminology for this, but I enjoyed her use of experiential metaphor(?).  Using past experiences or thoughts as metaphor, instead of some sort of awkward correlation, helps us relate to the characters without being distracted by writing style.  Also, the use of memory along with the introduction of Peeta gives us perspective on how Katniss has gotten to where she is, and shows us her humanity.  If Katniss would have been the only person we would have gotten to know, we could have still really enjoyed the book, but only remained an observer.  But, when Peeta's true nature is revealed to Katniss on the train, our hearts quicken when we learn about the rules of the Hunger Games.  No child should have to grow up so soon.<br/><br/>I also loved Haymitch's strategy.  It introduced a sort of device found in screwball comedies.  She is supposed to pretend to like someone she shouldn't like, and she is actually starting to like, but will never show she truly likes, except when she has to show she is pretending to.  Seems complicated, but adds so much the complexity of the relationships.<br/><br/>I recalled stories of WWI, where, during Christmas time, everyone laid down arms, and celebrated the holiday, and, the next day, went back to trying to kill each other.  I was also reminded of how I was, at her age, feeling so strongly about something, and being in denial of what was really going on.  The passion of that age, that, in some respects, never comes again.<br/>P.S.  I am such a sap and a sucker, and couldn't believe how emotional I was getting. I was emotionally manipulated as exactly as intended.  [shakes fist at Collins].  And, I am a HUGE fan of Jennifer Lawrence since I saw her in WINTER'S BONE, that I can't wait to see her in this movie.  So glad I read the book first, and you should do the same.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LZLER42B2NP5?ASIN=0439023521	Book review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games main characters are Katniss Everdeen and Peeta Mellark.  Some important minor characters are Haymitch and Effie.  Peeta and Katniss are very likeable characters.  Katniss really likes the outdoors and is a great hunter. She is mentally strong, courageous and has great will to live. Peeta is more of a home body. He is shy and is often timid to do things that Katniss does with ease. Haymitch and Effie are Katniss and Peeta's guides for the Hunger Games. Haymitch is a drunk but does help Katniss and Peeta a lot before and during the hunger games.  Effie also helps a lot but is rude at times to both Peeta and Katniss.  The external conflict for both Peeta and Katniss is surviving the Games.  This shows Character vs. Character because they must fight and kill all 22 other tributes in the Games.  The internal conflict is Character vs. Self. It is this because Katniss and Peeta must come over the will to give up in the Games.  The reaping at the beginning really gets the story rolling.  The reaping is when names are chosen at random. The names chosen will be entered into the Hunger Games. There is two names chosen from all 12 districts. The Games start with opening ceremonies.  Katniss and Peeta made a bang with their costumes that had real flames. After the opening ceremonies the games are just around the corner and it gets everyone excited for the games to begin.<br/> I really liked this novel. It was one of the best read. I liked how it made you feel like you really knew Katniss. It was written in first person so you knew exactly what Katniss was thinking about. The first person point of view was also bad at times too. You really didn't know what the other characters were truly thinking. I like how there was constantly something happening so it was never boring to read. The games had so much action that there was never a down time. Also there was always suspense so I never wanted to set the book down. Suzanne Collins always used foreshadowing to keep all readers reading so they could find out what truly happened.  I would strongly recommend this book to others.  I would do this because the book was very well written.  There was always suspense and action to keep me and probably you as well interested.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPSANCJX60R3P?ASIN=0439023521	Incredibly Gripping	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the best book I've read all year, bar none. It looked good, I had heard it was good, but I was not prepared for just how amazingly well written and gripping a story it would be. This is the sort of book you look for when none of your favorite authors have kept up with your reading schedule. Fair to middling books are what you usually end up with in vain searches for other good authors and you put up with iffy plots, poorly developed characters, poor descriptions and unbelievable dialogue. None of that is true with Hunger Games.<br/><br/>Suzanne Collins has created a very believable post-apocalyptic world for her characters. We don't know what brought an end to the United States and you won't find yourself wondering about it for long as you are sucked into the world that does exist, and the characters who inhabit it. As a bonus, you finally find out how enjoyable it is to read a properly formatted Kindle book, an extreme rarity in itself. Hunger Games has none of the typos and misspellings plaguing most Kindle books. It was a combination that made it all but impossible to put this book down.<br/><br/>The story takes place sometime in the future, far enough from our own time that though most of the old United States seem to lie in ruins, the people enjoy a level of technological advancement we can only imagine. The Old United States is now 12 areas subject to the Capitol, which is located somewhere in the Rocky Mountains. These areas are separate from each other, isolated by barbed wire, electric fences, brutal security forces and distance. Each is dedicated to the production of something useful to the capitol. In the case of District 12, where the heroine - sixteen-year-old Katniss Everdeen - hails from, this product is coal.<br/><br/>After an unsuccessful rebellion, District 13 was destroyed and the other twelve were forced to participate in punitive ""Hunger Games"" - sending tribute in the form once sent to King Minos - humans, a male and a female from each district, forced to compete in violent games from which only one survivor emerges. Katniss is one of those chosen, and this is her story, told first person - entirely through her eyes alone - in a very compelling narrative. You can empathize with Katniss, her life, her motions, her thought processes - why she makes the decisions she makes. She is a reluctant hero, but her reticence is believable, not frustrating, as in so many other fantasy novels featuring teenage protagonists (Robert Jordan comes to mind).<br/><br/>Read this book! You will not regret it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMO3U21VLGVD9?ASIN=0439023521	Almost Perfection	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't want to read this book. If you look at the majority of my past reviews you will notice I tend to stray from popular, bestseller novels as I often times find them overwritten, overhyped, and typically very boring works of fiction. Then there is the fact that ""The Hunger Games"" is usually referred to as a ""Young Adult"" novel where it will undoubtedly be grouped with books about lovestruck teenage vampires, lovestruck teenage werewolves, lovestruck teenage wizards, and lovestruck teenage students. ""The Hunger Games"" has so many things going against it, it's a surprise I even sat down and decided to read it at all.<br/><br/>But, the bigger surprise, is that I LOVED this book. Not since the 2 part epic disasterpiece ""Flood/Ark"" by Stephen Baxter have I been so enthralled and so wrapped up in characters, story and plot.<br/><br/>Where ""The Hunger Games"" succeeds is hard to pinpoint because it succeeds in so many places. First there's the incredible plot. Too many times in post-apocalyptical fiction we are presented with one of two ideas: a bleak barren future with no hope, or a technologically advanced society that rises from the ashes and begins anew. ""The Hunger Games"" melds both of those ideas into one uncannily believable plot that one wonders if the author, Suzanne Collins, can see into the coming future. Think about it: a destroyed United States of America, a communist run state, an eagerly anticipated and much hyped gladiator type fight to the death?<br/><br/>And that brings us to the plot, which, is outstanding as well. Like I say in most of my reviews, you can get a much more in-depth synopsis from someone else, but the idea of Katniss, plunged into a fight to the death match of wits, brawn and survival was so well written and flowed along so nicely that it was impossible to put this one down. Like most good books I read, I flew through this one in a matter of only 2 days.<br/><br/>Finally, major praise goes to Suzanne Collins. Much like J.K. Rowling of Harry Potter fame, Collins is an amazing author who obviously knows how to write a successful, addicting, and thoroughly enjoyable novel. Not since the just mentioned Harry Potter series have I read a series book that I enjoyed this much.<br/><br/>There is literally nothing, yes you read that right, NOTHING, that I can say in way of criticism here. Honestly, this is one of the most perfect novels I have read and I cannot wait until I get my hands on the 2nd one ""Catching Fire"".</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RYYF8DVLW23W?ASIN=0439023521	A Complete Thrill Ride	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I began this particular journey with nothing special in mind. I've heard about The Hunger Games. While browsing Barnes and Noble and Borders, I've seen the book on the shelf sitting next to ""Waiting for Superman"" in the best seller aisle. I've wanted to read it. But I never got around to it.<br/><br/>Then I started hearing more and more. No special details, just little blurbs here and there saying how great the book is. How excellently written this book was. How amazing this book was. But no special details were ever spoken. And I can understand why now.<br/><br/>I recently received a copy in the mail. Yay! A new book for me to read! This finally gave me the motivation to read through The Hunger Games. And I am glad I did. As of now, I am anxiously awaiting the other two books so I may finish the series.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is set in the distant future after America goes berserk. What follows is a corrupt and controlling government surrounded by 13 districts. An uprising occurs and a civil war breaks out. The capitol and controlling government wins, wiping out district 13 in the process. As a reminder to the remaining 12, the Capitol holds the The Hunger Games.<br/><br/>I'm not going to give any more of the story than that. Even that may be a bit much. But it's only a small piece of background information that doesn't hold much to the story other then why it exists. Ultimately why the Hunger Games exist, what they are, and how they are held is what is important.<br/><br/>I fear writing any more of the story, giving small details and information, because I don't want to ruin the shock value. The author, Suzanne Collins, Paints a picture that is so utterly shocking and unthinkable. The brutality and nature of the The Hunger Games supersedes only the viciousness of what the Roman Empire was once capable of. The imagery, details, and ideas of this novel paint a graphic and grim time.<br/><br/>The first pages will leave a person depressed. Never could I, myself, imagine the hardships of the main character. And then it only gets worse. I feel sad for the day that our society may ever reach this point.<br/><br/>Suzanne Collins writing style is very first person. It's as blunt as a brick to the forehead. This kind of perspective is a little strong for my taste. But after reading the novel I can't see any other way of having it done. The strong first person perspective portrays the emotion of the main character perfectly. The read receives an absolute sense of her strength, hatred, worry, terror, love, and confusion. There is a strong disconnect portrayed between the main character, her followers, and the Capitol. And through the eyes of her, you get a sense of how desensitized the population of the Capitol is, and how lonely and dread-filled the remaining 12 districts are.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is a book that provokes strong and confusing emotions. You want the main character to succeed and to win. But at the same time, the acts she MUST commit are so very horrible and repulsive. You begin to feel the love and passion, the hatred and terror she feels. And the plot line will leave you riveting for more. Throughout the pages you'll be left wondering how something so horrible as the Hunger Games can exist, yet you won't be able to stop reading.<br/><br/>I make the details of book out to be perceived as horrible book. Yes, the content and plot line is unthinkable. But the book is amazing. The strong first person perspective does its job precisely and exact. The author has provided an incredible story that conveys more than a little amusement. I found it extremely difficult to put down this book. After reading, I came to find out that a movie is being produced from the book. I could only think, ""How on earth this is even possible?"" I am curious to see the movie. And after you read the book you will understand. I do recommend this novel. It's amazing and worth every penny.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JQVAPEYVFFMW?ASIN=0439023521	Great start to an interesting trilogy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Amazon had the Kindle version of ""The Hunger Games"" on sale, so I gave it a try.  Glad I did.  It's a much different book than I normally read, but had all the necessary components:  good writing, good storytelling, interesting location and premise.  As a 41-year-old man, I did get the feeling like I shouldn't be reading it given that it's about a teenage girl who, through horrible circumstances, is coming-of-age.  Kinda the way I image many adults felt weird reading the first Potter books, before they became so huge.  But the story was so engaging, it was hard to put down.<br/><br/>America is no more.  In its place is a country called Panem, ruled by those in the Capitol near current-day Denver.  The country is divided into districts, each one focusing on a specific trade.  District 13 rebelled and was consequently crushed.  To keep the other districts from attempting another rebellion The Hunger Games was introduced.  Every year, one boy and one girl from each district are picked to play the Games, which is basically a massive fight to the death--all televised of course.  Our protagonist, Katniss, volunteers in place of her little sister, who's picked to play the Games.  The other District 12 player is a boy named Peeta.  Years earlier, he received a beating for giving Katniss some bread.  Prior to the Games beginning, he professes his love for her to all.  Katniss thinks this is an act to gain sponsors or popularity.  Little does she know...<br/><br/>What ensues is a pretty brutal assault on Katniss' psyche.  While she breaks the rules in her district by hunting beyond boundaries, she's ill prepared to kill other humans--especially human children.  She has the abilities for sure, just not the will to do so.  And because the entire thing is televised, she must go through periods of ""acting"" so those watching will sponsor and place bets on her, meaning she can be rewarded throughout the Games with items she needs.<br/><br/>Hopefully some teens will read this and recognize ""reality TV"" for what it is--pure pap and no more realistic than anything else on television (and yes, to a degree I include the news).<br/><br/>Looking forward to continuing the trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7CRL1H2LNC1?ASIN=0439023521	A Review of the entire Hunger Games Trilogy, including Catching Fire and Mockingjay	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This trio of young adult novels by Suzanne Collins takes place in the future world of Panem, located in what was once North America. Panem is made up of 12 districts and the Capitol, all controlled by President Snow and various other members of the Capitol city. The citizens of the rest of the 12 districts exist only to provide for the Capitol; provide food, clothing, medicine, coal and very importantly, entertainment.<br/>Many years past, the citizens of the 13 original districts had risen up to rebel against a very unfair living arrangement. District 13 was obliterated and the Hunger Games were begun as a way to control the other districts. Each year, a boy and a girl from each district, between the ages of 12 and 17, is ""reaped"", their names chosen from a list of all of the children in that district. Once chosen, those two children join the 22 others from the remaining districts for a fight to the death in an arena, termed the Hunger Games. This spectacle is broadcast as required watching for all citizens of Panem, who in the 12 districts get to watch those they know and love get brutally murdered by other children.<br/>In District 12, Katniss Everdeen, a 16 year old living in the poorest of the districts, supports her mother and beloved younger sister, Prim, with her illegal hunting and creative ways of providing for her family.<br/>On the day of the reaping this year, Prim is the one whose name is chosen. Katniss immediately volunteers to go for Prim instead. In her mind, she has agreed to die for her but cannot bear the thought of Prim dying in the Games.<br/>What unfolds from here is a spectacular tale of rising up against oppression, with Katniss becoming the symbol for the rebellion. She is joined in the Hunger Games by the first of two love interests, Peeta, who is a baker's son she's known for years.<br/>Throughout this story (it is truly one long story broken into three parts), the author does an amazing job of writing flawed characters. Put into this world, there are few who are selfless, or even marginally kind. Katniss herself is surly at best, having been forced to care for her family since her father died when she was 11. For any young adult reading this novel, it truly shows how a young girl feels inside at this age; not always able to see the true motives of those around her or believe the truly good things about herself.<br/>This story also a commentary on many social and political issues, interspersed with lessons about what should and should not be trusted in life. The politics of those on Katniss' own side of the war, for example, is a lesson on how those in power are those who disseminate the information, and how they spin it and whether how they act on in is in the best interest of the people. It is a lesson on how human beings treat each other and why, how arbitrary things are in life and how betrayal is a part of that.<br/>Although these books were written for YA, they are easily accessible for adults. I found myself riveted, in no small part because of how much the author made me root for Katniss. She is an extremely complicated character, but one I would want on my side in a rough situation. She can't help but protect those who are smaller or weaker than she is, and even those who aren't. She is cold and calculating, though, which makes her decisions and her words unlikable at times, but she is as real a character as I've ever read.<br/>I was struck by the more esoteric parts of Suzanne Collins' writing as well. For example, she references other literature, most notably numbering Katniss' army squadron (from the final book, Mockingjay) 451. The numbers have no meaning in the army, and this number is most easily remembered from Ray Bradbury's tale, Fahrenheit 451, another futuristic story about government control. This is only one reference, however. She uses character's names (eg. Cressida, Castor, Pollux) to further reference historical and literary ideas, as well as metaphorical ideas (naming the very evil President Snow, whose breath smells like blood and roses).<br/>In all, these novels are well-worth reading for those of all ages who like a gripping futuristic tale that isn't all that far-fetched.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RB1TMDXN2Q4EO?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games By Suzanne Collins	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins was amazing. It's such a good book because you never knew what was going to happen next. What happened in the book is that a sixteen-year-old girl named Katniss Everdeen takes her little sisters spot in the Hunger Games. As she is allowed to take the spot, she is officially named a tribute for the Hunger Games and she meets new people along the way towards the Games. When the Games begin, she has to wait 60 seconds because of the land mines the Capital has place out and when the 60 seconds are over they rush over to this giant horn called the Cornucopia and grab any supplies that they can get to. But Katniss is only able to retrieve a small orange bag and but it was a good thing to grab because what was in it was a thin black sleeping bag that reflects body heat, a pack of crackers, a pack of dried beef strips, a bottle of iodine, a box of wooden matches, a small coil of wire, a pair of sunglasses (but if you read the book you find out they allow you to see in the dark), and a empty half-gallon plastic bottle. After that Katniss finds a tree and sleeps in it with her new cozy sleeping bag. She is suddenly awakened when she hears footsteps and see a fire that starts to bloom, but Katniss notices that the other tributes have formed an alliance and start chasing after the girl who started the fire, and its then the girl starts to run and the alliance kills the girl. Then Katniss is up in a tree again and spots the alliance right under her tree and a girl named Rue who is in the tree next to her tells her to cut a wasps nest down the tree and the alliance then gets stung by all the wasps or known as in the book, Tracker Jackets.<br/> I have felt like Katniss once in the story right when she is in the arena, she becomes dehydrated and I have felt like that. I definitely liked the book. I would recommend this book to about any person because it's such a good book. My feelings for this book is strong, and my final opinion about this book is that everyone should read this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R6HP5SIDGSXN8?ASIN=0439023521	Entertaining and addictive	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is some unspecified time in the future. The United States no longer exists. In its place is Panem, which is comprised of twelve districts and an oppressive government that rules out of the Capitol. Katniss Everdeen, our teenaged narrator and heroine, lives in District 12, which appears to be located where West Virginia is today. Other reviews will surely give away more of the premise of the book, but I won't. I don't like to offer too many plot details in my reviews.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is a thrilling and addictive piece of fiction that will keep you on the edge of your seat. The author definitely knows how to keep your attention and constantly keep you wanting more. It's the type of book that you won't want to put down.<br/><br/>The novel is classified as a young adult book, and I don't disagree. It is true that there is quite a lot of violence in the book, but it is rather unrealistic violence that children brought up on video games are probably accustomed to. Still, there is a lot of killing. So if that bothers you regardless of the realism, then this is probably not a book for you. As far the sex goes, there isn't any. The most that the characters do is kiss, and even then it is very sweet without any trace of sexual tension. More to the point, there is something about this novel that makes it seem like a young adult one, but I can't seem to identify exactly what that is. Perhaps it's the simplicity, perhaps it's the unrealistic elements, perhaps it's the self-centeredness. I'm not sure what it is. But is does strike me as young adult, but not in a bad way, more in the sense that it straddles the fantastical realm of children and the cynical world of adults.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is a very claustrophobic novel, both physically and mentally. As a reader, I felt trapped. District 12 is fenced off, and although Katniss wanders outside of the fence through a hole, it is clearly against the rules to do so. Also, once ""The Hunger Games"" begin, all of the characters are trapped inside ""the arena"". Not only are there physical boundaries, but the oppressive government is also restrictive, adding to the claustrophobia and feelings of being trapped.<br/><br/>For me, The Hunger Games must not have made a huge impact on me, because I was quite indifferent about reading the rest of the series. A couple months passed before I read Catching Fire and Mockingjay, and I only read them because it was free to borrow them from my friend on the Kindle.<br/><br/>Overall, the book is most definitely entertaining, and I'd recommend it based on that alone. The plot is fast-paced with surprising twists and turns. However, I found the book to be lacking in depth. Dystopian novels are usually written as a critique or commentary on today's world. The Hunger Games is no exception. It's clear what Suzanne Collins is commenting about - reality shows and war. But the book is neither powerful nor profound. In short, as fun as The Hunger Games is to read, it's not a book that will change the way you view the world.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QGG96H5LK9HT?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic :)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What can I say? The Hunger Games is epic! I absolutely loved this book. The story is so intense you feel as if you are part of it all. I don't think there was a time where I wanted to put it down!<br/><br/>The Hunger Games starts off by introducing us to a family who lives in the very hungry District 12 that lies in the nation of Panem. The main character, Katniss Everdeen (a hunter and gatherer), is an independent girl who has taken the responsibility of caring for her family.<br/><br/>Katniss, I feel, was the perfect character. I loved that she was independent, but not hard, as she cares deeply for her family and her best friend Gale. I could 100% relate to her (minus the hunting ;) ) and she is a perfect example of what it's like to be strong and have the will to survive.<br/><br/>Each district has a reaping in which names are picked at random. Those called are hauled off to be one of the contestants for the Capitol's Hunger Games, a national TV show, in which each contestant fights to the death to be the last one standing! When Katniss' younger sister Prim is called at the reaping, Katniss acts upon impulse to protect her sister and take her place in the games<br/><br/>--- BEGIN SPOILER ---<br/>(This is just a tiny spoiler, nothing big!)<br/><br/>Alongside Katniss fights Peeta Mallark, the boy who had helped her once before. Although they are not friends, there is a connection, but all seems lost when the Hunger Games begin.<br/><br/>Peeta is a heck of a guy and quite likable. I liked him from the beginning, where we learn about Katniss' first encounter with him. The way Suzanne Collins describes him doesn't make him this amazing, out of this world kind of guy. Peeta is a ordinary boy, who just like Katniss, regards the games as a death sentence, but also has the will power to survive.<br/><br/>--- END SPOILER ---<br/><br/>I had hope for both characters throughout this book and I couldn't fathom what would happen next! That is why The Hunger Games kept me on edge at all times and it was just fantastic! It is a little violent at times, but not at all gross or something one can't handle. I recommend everyone read this book!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WZ5SW4R8FJ6U?ASIN=0439023521	Review from The Word Fiend	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Considering the large amount of hype surrounding The Hunger Games it seems a miracle that I had never heard of it before seeing it on the shelf in a bookstore. I think it's a good thing that I hadn't read the hype because it allowed me to read the book without any preconceived ideas. Which is what I prefer.<br/><br/>The cover design of The Hunger Games is very effective and made me pick up the book to see what it was about. The crosshairs centred on a young girl are unnerving, but it's the look on her face that will make you stop and look at the book again. She looks straight out of the cover at you, her gaze challenging and defiant, making you want to meet her and hear her story. The fiery background behind her adds to the feeling of looming danger created by the crosshairs. The bright colour also contrasts well with the darker background of the rest of the cover and draws your eye to the girl and her gaze.<br/><br/>With The Hunger Games Suzanne Collins has created something unusual in the Young Adult genre. Her world of Panem is darker and more threatening than many you will come across. It is also unsettlingly real, with the distinction between good and evil less clear-cut than in most books in this genre.<br/><br/>The country of Panem exists where America once was. At its heart is the Capitol, the centre of power and money. The Capitol is surrounded by twelve Districts that supply the raw materials that are the source of its wealth. Every year two children, one boy and one girl, from each District are selected to take part in the Hunger Games. There, watched on screens across the country, these children, called tributes, must fight and kill until one winner is left standing. There is no option. Kill or be killed.<br/><br/>The idea of the Hunger Games is an unsettling one - that the tributes must fight to the death for the entertainment of others. It is a dark commentary on the world's continuing fascination with reality TV and shows such as Survivor. It was this comparison with modern-day TV that made the premise behind The Hunger Games such an intriguing and unsettling one for me. It s a glimpse at what could pass for entertainment in the future.<br/><br/>At the heart of The Hunger Games is Katniss Everdeen, a sixteen-year-old girl from District 12. Katniss is an interesting character. She comes across as older than she is can seem quite hard in her attitudes, but this all stems from her life experiences. Katniss is a survivor and uses her hunting skills to keep her family alive. But when her twelve-year-old sister, Prim, is selected as tribute for this year's Hunger Games, Katniss steps up to take her place. As we follow her through the preparations for the Games and into the arena where the Games are fought we are shown different sides to her personality. I like Katniss. She is a well-rounded character and her determination and love for her family are just two of things that will have you rooting for her throughout the book. She had me behind her from page one.<br/><br/>Another character who shines through in The Hunger Games is Peeta Mellark, the second tribute from District 12. Peeta is the local baker's son and while, at first, it seems that he and Katniss have very little in common there is good chemistry between them. Peeta has a more noticeable gentleness to his character than Katniss, but as the Games progress his stronger core is revealed. Peeta and Katniss bring out different aspects of each other's personality that make them both more appealing characters. And Peeta's feelings for Katniss create an interesting dynamic that adds an extra layer to this rich story.<br/><br/>Although there is violence in The Hunger Games it is never overly graphic and serves to advance the plot. I admire Suzanne Collins for this. Considering the world she has created it could have been easy to use the violence for its sheer shock factor. But she never does. It all serves the story and that is great writing.<br/><br/>Suzanne Collins has created an unsettling vision of a possible future that had me turning the pages to keep up with the well-paced story. Well worth a read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MQZ0K1JEZPV2?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well there has certainly been a lot of hype over The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins and I'm going to be joining in. I really enjoyed the book although I have to say that the beginning few chapters really didn't grab me and I was beginning to wonder why everyone was so crazy about the book. Then the Hunger Games began and I was hooked and I just couldn't even put it down!<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is a dystopian novel - it takes place in the future. These kinds of books always give me pause as you never know what can become of our world. The world now is run by the Capitol and in it are 12 districts which each run their own industry such as coal mining, agriculture, etc. There still seems to be the usual hierarchy in power even in this new world with the richer people who can afford to eat, etc. and those who can't who rely on hunting for their food instead.<br/><br/>This is the world Katniss lives in. She is part of District 12 and her father, before he got killed, was a coal miner. While he was alive the family of Katniss, her mother and her little sister Prim had enough to live on but afterwards, well that was a disaster. Katniss ended up being the caretaker essentially of the family as her mother fell into a deep depression. This is how Katniss ends up being such a good hunter; she really had no choice. She has a hunting partner too, Gale, a boy who is in much the same boat as she is.<br/><br/>Every year the Capitol puts on The Hunger Games which is a hunt to the death for the participants. There can be only one winner. The Hunger Games came about as a way of keeping the districts in line. This event is huge. There are celebrations and it's televised - even the poor communities who are lucky to have power for a few hours a day always manage to have power during this event. The Capitol will take, by draw, one boy and one girl aged 12 to 18 to participate in the games. Over the years members of families can trade in extra entries for the games for food for their family so needless to say both Katniss and Gale have quite a few in there trying to provide for their families.<br/><br/>So the day arrives and everyone is gathered to learn who will be going to the games. The names are drawn for District 12 and Prim, Katniss's sister is chosen. Before Prim can even reach the stage 16 year old Katniss steps up and takes her place. The boy from District 12 is Peeta, he is the baker's son. He is also a boy that Katniss feels she owes something as once, long ago when her family was starving, as a little boy Peeta risked a beating to get a few loaves of bread to Katniss.<br/><br/>Katniss and Peeta go through all the lengthy celebrations and other matters to get to the games but eventually the day does arrive. The 24 participants are let out into an area that is wooded and left to fend on their own and kill each other. This is where the story takes off for me and the pages flew. I couldn't wait to see what would happen next and how Katniss would make it or if she even would. The author manages to create a very believable world in this novel.<br/><br/>I really liked the character of Katniss and of Peeta as well. They are both good kids put in a bad situation. Neither is a killer but when it's either do or die, I think most of us would go to any length to protect ourselves. Katniss is a tough girl and yet very caring as well. She will go to any lengths to protect her family and she's just plain likable being a funny and smart girl. I am very curious to see how the relationships will go in the second book - will it be Katniss and Peeta or Katniss and Gale. I have no preference yet as I think both of them are stand up guys. Maybe the second book will lead me to want to choose between them.<br/><br/>I've already started Catching Fire, the second book in the series but I haven't gotten far enough to be completely taken with it yet to the point where I will be unable to put it down until I finish it. I almost want to wait a while to read it so I don't have as long to wait for Mockingjay but I know that won't happen so I won't even try. I do recommend this book for those who haven't actually read it t yet, especially to those who like these types of novels that deal with what the future could possibly be. I'm certainly looking forward to more!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2D821TRDB2PK9?ASIN=0439023521	For Teachers	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games opens in an unrecognizable America.  Years of devastating natural disasters have ravaged the land and left its people terrified and fighting for survival.  From that desperate chaos emerges a new government in which safety is offered in return for total submission.  Citizens of the Capitol enjoy the power and luxury of the ruling class, while inhabitants of the twelve districts under their dominion toil on the brink of starvation without complaint (if they know what's good for them).  The Capitol demands tribute from each district as penance for a past revolution attempt:  One boy and one girl to be thrown into an arena for a fight to the death, televised for national entertainment.  Sixteen-year-old Katniss Everdeen of District 12 finds herself an unlucky tribute.  We follow her as she comes to grips with the terrible unfairness of her situation and decides if and how she should fight back.<br/><br/>As a social studies teacher, my mind was whirring with the possible applications of this text in my classroom (although I'd like to note that the novel is an exciting read regardless of occupation or age--I read the entire series in a weekend, unable to put it down!).  The themes explored in this book align perfectly with the Participation in Government curriculum of New York State, and I'm sure the same is true of other curricula and other states.<br/><br/>It is normal for American youths to take their government for granted, to feel entitled to their freedoms and opportunities without examining the whys and hows of their privilege (and this goes for adults too!).  In order to encourage participation in government, students must examine government's purpose, origins, and operation.  I am frequently met with apathy and complacency on this front.  Concepts that are difficult for adolescents to grasp--ideas like Rousseau's social contract, Locke's natural rights, and the consent of the governed--can seem intangible and insignificant to the American teenager.  Katniss's fictional story offers adolescents a window into a world that is very real for people in other nations today.  When students view the concepts above through Katniss's eyes, engrossed in her heart-pounding struggle for survival, they become real and significant.  Students will feel Katniss's despair at being a second-class citizen.  They will share her angry and righteous desire to bring about the destruction of the oppressive Capitol.  And, with teacher guidance, they will expand their thinking about Katniss's government to think about their own world.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is a novel that enthralls readers as much as any blockbuster action movie, but it also offers an opportunity to provoke serious and impassioned academic discussion.  Due to its broad appeal and its sophisticated themes, it is a must-read for any government class.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28FYPJBMHG2JF?ASIN=0439023521	Review by Bibliotropic ([...])	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As a fan of dystopias, I was sure I'd like this book, especially after hearing nonstop good reviews for it. I'm very happy to say that I wasn't disappointed once while reading this one.<br/><br/>Well, that's a lie. I was. Once. When I had to stop reading it because I had work to do. But that's not the book's fault, and I won't hold that against it.<br/><br/>This is definitely a book you feel uncomfortale going into, because you know that if you root for anyone other than Katniss, you're entirely likely to be disappointed. Bitterly. In a Battle Royale situation, where only one can win, pinning your hopes on anyone who isn't the main character is just foolish.<br/><br/>Which is the book's main flaw, really. The actions scenes were wonderfully tense, and Katniss didn't escape without injury, but when you're reading about a kill-or-be-killed situation from the first-person point of view, you know in advance how it's going to end. You know that Katniss will live. It can take away from the tension at moments, because even though you can recognize the danger she's in, you also know, in the back of your mind, that she'll find a way to survive. It's less about faith in a character and more about predestination.<br/><br/>That being said, I think this story would have suffered had it not been from Katniss's point of view, so this is definitely a moment of ""your mileage may vary.""<br/><br/>There were, happily, some twists and turns thrown in to keep the reader interested. The development of alliances, the rule changes, and the omnipresent disgust you have to feel at the people who are watching teenagers beat each others' brains out on live TV. I felt a definitely sense of satisfaction at Katniss and Peeta's final ""screw you"" to the Capitol, which wasn't at all overshadowed by the fact that I knew they'd make it out alive.<br/><br/>I closed this book wanting to open the next one immediately. Sadly, I don't have a copy yet, so I'm going to have to wait to continue these adventures. I've got to say though, that they're definitely adventures well worth continuing. I can see clearly what all the hype has been about!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Z7ZSQG14T5OS?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't Put It Down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">In the ruins of North America, a country called Panem has arisen from the ashes. Consisting of a Capitol and twelve Districts, the country is strict with its citizens. To commemorate the victory of the Capitol over the districts that revolted against it early in the nation's history, each year Panem has an event called the Hunger Games. Twenty-four competitors - one boy and one girl from each District - are selected for the honor of representing their home in an arena where only one will emerge victorious. For the winner, a victory means fame, fortune, and an easier life.<br/><br/>However, the Hunger Games are a far cry from the Olympics. Part Roman gladiators, part Survivor, each contestant - or ""tribute - is armed with one set of clothes and sent into a strange land. The rules are simple: the last one alive wins. Tributes are encouraged to kill each other, outsmart each other in terms of food and water supplies, and must rely on their wits and the elements to battle disease, fire, flood, and any other surprises that might arise.<br/><br/>Katniss Everdeen is sixteen the year her 12-year old sister, Prim, is selected to represent District 12 in the games. She quickly volunteers to take Prim's place, and is quickly whisked away to a world she's never seen in the Capitol to prepare for what is literally a battle for her life. Her co-tribute from District 12 is Peeta Mellark, a boy she knows from school who saved her from starvation several years earlier. As the two prepare for the strange competition (which is shown on live television across the country), they form a strange bond. But how much is for the cameras - companies sponsor tributes they are supporting - and how much is reality? And will it matter when they must kill each other to survive?<br/><br/>Suzanne Collins' ""The Hunger Games"" is a frightening novel about a post-apocalyptic community where this type of horror is seen as spectacle, where the perversity of having children fight each other to the death is a sport to be waged upon, and where human life and love have no real value. Early on, I found myself disturbed by the premise, but I was completely absorbed in the story. This isn't one of those so-bad-you-can't-look-away trainwrecks of a book. It's a well-written, realistic take on a world that we hopefully will never encounter. And while I don't usually go for dystopian tales, I couldn't put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28NDGC95FV1NO?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Also reviewed on my blog, the Vintage Bookworm.<br/><br/>When I first got this in the mail about a year or two ago, I quickly set it aside after seeing the not very alluring cover. After days went by I finally decided to try and look past the cover and see what it was about. So I did, and was still not very into wanting it on my reading list. It sounded a bit interesting, but not enough to really draw me in.<br/><br/>But now, lately, I've seen this book and it's series around everywhere. I couldn't shake this series. I started reading reviews on it and all of them have been great reviews. I have not seen one bad review so far! Basically all of them are five or four stars. So I finally decided to sit down and try and read it.<br/><br/>I told myself that I would read the first 10 pages before I went to bed and if it didn't catch my attention and if I didn't remember what I had read the next day, then I would set it aside again and try and read it at a later time when I was more in the mood for it.<br/><br/>The next day came and I remember everything and was more interested in reading it! And I'm so glad that it caught my attention because this is one GREAT book. I can see what all the hype is about it now and why I see ""Team Peeta"" and ""Team Gail"" around everywhere! Which, by the way, I am completely ""Team Peeta"". Not that there is anything wrong with Gail, he's a nice character. But Peeta has me completely won over!<br/><br/>I can see the meaning of the cover now and it fits with the book well. It may not be one of my favorite covers, but I appreciate it a bit more now after reading the book.<br/><br/>Collins' world building is prodigious, but scary! I can't imagine being able to live in Panem. The world is already upsetting enough, but not as upsetting as her world would be. Can you imagine being forced to sit down and watch twelve through eighteen year olds fight to the death as entertainment? I couldn't!<br/><br/>The characters in this book were real and believable. I couldn't help but want to know more about the other tributes as they were killed off, one by one. Each one had their own personality and it was sad to see them killed.<br/><br/>Katniss was the perfect heroine. She was strong, and selfless, and intelligent and her family was her top priority, which is highly admirable.<br/><br/>Collins' left nothing out, you read from Katniss point-of-view at all times as though you were really in her mind, watching everything she sees and does. Even though the chapters leaves off in amazing cliff hangers, she starts right back up from where it left off. Which I really liked. Her writing style kept you reading and at the edge of your seat.<br/><br/>This review is really hard for me to write because this book completely blew me away and I can't type fast enough to even begin to tell you everything about what is going on in my mind about this book. I highly appreciate the honesty that Collins' put into this book, no matter how disturbing her world was, and I can't wait to continue the series and see what else she has install for us.<br/><br/>I recommend this to anyone who would love to be put into a world different, but somewhat the same, as our own. Also, even if the book doesn't sound appealing to you, please try and at least give it a chance and read a chapter of two before you completely dismiss the book. You will be missing out on a wonderful book that I can see as a classic one day.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQTN3XDNIM3SK?ASIN=0439023521	Weak premise, but otherwise good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is a fair novel.<br/><br/>For those who have not read a plot summary anywhere else, The novel takes place in a dystopian future on the continent that used to be North America (now Panem).  The government, in order to show their total dominance, takes two children from each of the twelve districts of Panem (one male, one female, both between the ages of 12 and 18) and forces them to fight to the death in a controlled wilderness environment while the entire nation watches.  The Hunger Games follows Katniss Everdeen, one of the contestants from district twelve.<br/><br/>The characters are distinct, have good motivations, and are consistent all the way through.  I especially liked how Collins was able to show the personalities of the side characters through the biases of the point of view character.  This is not an easy thing to do in first person, but she manages to do it fairly well.<br/><br/>The setting is a little less impressive.  The setting is not enough of a focus in the novel for it to be fleshed out more than to say ""Oh, by the way, there are genetically engineered super wasps in this world."" Even so, the political aspects of Panem seem a little off.  The author was clearly trying to portray a harsh oppressive government, but I got the impression that the government was only evil in the ways that were necessary for the plot.<br/><br/>This brings me to my real problem with the novel.  The premise of The Hunger Games does not hold up very well.  The hunger games are supposedly done to show the government's dominance, but that does not work because in half the districts the young people clamor and beg to participate.  Also, the victors turn into local heroes for the rest of their lives.  The victors have no reason to like the government, and have a few extra reasons to hate it.  It just does not seem to be an effective way of quenching dissident thought.  This becomes especially glaring when the last couple chapters hint that the sequel will focus on the repercussions of the main character's fairly mild rebellion during the games.<br/><br/>I also disliked the sheer number of coincidences in the novel.  I cannot list them without spoiling too much of the novel, but they add up quite quickly.<br/><br/>I liked the idea that the book essentially took reality television to its most brutal extreme.  Unfortunately, it was not explored enough.  The romance subplot explored the question of ""How much of this show is faked?"", but beyond that there was not enough analysis or deconstruction to make it interesting.<br/><br/>I would recommend this book to those that like action and survival stories, but if you are looking for a book with a good solid plot I would recommend finding something else.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KX3I50WWG30H?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for More	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">To paraphrase T.S. Elliot:  Good writers borrow; great writers steal.<br/><br/>So what if the premise is largely taken from two of Stephen King's stories ('The Running Man' [good eye, Kevin], and 'The Long Walk', with Shirley Jackson's 'The Lottery' thrown in for good measure)?  However, these ideas are STOLEN, not borrowed.  Collins does a nice job of making the outlandish premise her own by setting it in a (mostly) believable distopic future peopled by familiar archetypes (the noble lad, the wise man, the brute..).<br/><br/>But instead of a strong, macho warrior, she gives us Katniss, a girl on the cusp of womanhood who'd rather hunt squirrels than fawn over boys- even strong, able boys like Gale, her best friend.  Katniss anchors this story through her riveting first-person, present tense narrative describing her actions and her conflicting emotions as she navigates the terrors of the Hunger Games and the absurd world around her.<br/><br/>The 'bread and circuses' of the Hunger Games is designed to instill feelings of unmistakable servitude, fear, and awe into the hearts of the people within the 12 principalities that serve The Capitol.<br/><br/>I pause here to reflect on the haunting similarities of modern America compared with Panem (what's left of a post-apocalyptic North American supercountry).  During my lifetime, American teenagers could be randomly selected for war.  Many times, the rich could get out of service; it was the poor and often uneducated who bore the brunt of the fighting.  And what did they fight for?  If you buy into the mass media messages, it's always about Freedom, and Our Way of Life.  However, if you talk to veterans, almost to a man they will say they fought to stay alive and to keep their platoon members safe.  It was the love of their fellow countrymen that kept them alive.  So it is with Katniss and Peeta.<br/><br/>Collins world also echoes modern America's fascination for real-world playoff-type entertainment.  It's 'Big Brother' or 'Survivor' for lunatics.  Think about it:  a wealthy ruling class puts together a show of 'regular' people (dressed up and made up by professional image-makers) all pitted together to out-last one another.  The country is forced to watch.  Any sort of rebellion against the state is edited out of the show.  Everyone has a part to play.<br/><br/>Yet there is an undercurrent of rebellion throughout in Kat's actions and thoughts.  She wants to subvert the system...or at least to find her OWN system?  This theme is echoed in the symbolism of the mockingjays.  These birds, mutated long ago, are remnants of past wars, yet they linger on to echo the beautiful, heartfelt songs of the proletariat and to taunt the ruling class.  When they hear a song worth singing, they spread it far and wide.  It grows into a chorusing round, like a grassroots movement.<br/><br/>I'm sure this theme of rebellion is explored in the next books.  However, it's mostly in the background here, as Katniss is trying desperately to survive.  Will she be victorious?  Will she keep her humanity?  Can she change the system from within one of its grandest symbols?<br/><br/>5 out of 5 stars  This book is very accessible, filled with action and dramatic irony that keeps the reader on edge.<br/><br/>Lexile:  810  AR level:  5.3  AR points:  15</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28IE3HOGASNZV?ASIN=0439023521	I think it was over-hyped for me	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I finally bought this book the other day, it took about a day to finish. It's pretty short and the narrative is extremely easy and simple. It's a quick-read. But...I wasn't as impressed as I felt I should be after all the raving attention this novel has gotten. That's not to say I didn't enjoy the book, but I found some things lacking, and the writing style really bothered me at times. Let me give you a break down about the good and the bad (in my humble opinion, at least).<br/><br/>The plot is pretty linear, except for a view nice moments of ""flashback"". It's not really a bad thing, but the only problem was that for the majority of the novel, you knew where it was going or what was going to happen next. I suppose I'm mostly referring to the first half of the book. The author reveals information about the games via little bits of info-dump along the way, explaining how everything works before we actually see it in action (example would) THe setup of the games is pretty interesting, with extravegant styling and interviews and train sessions, but it would've been so much more interesting if we didn't know what was going to happen next until it actually happened to Katniss. We know she knows how it works because she's sees the games on TV before, but that doesn't mean she has to explain it all to the readers beforehand. That was probably the biggest pain. It seemed a bit like a lazy way to get it all across.<br/><br/>I did enjoy the flashbacks. The author writes flashbacks well, having the present moment meld into memory and then meld back into present again. None of that annoying italicsized memory stuff, none of being shoved out of the story and into another one and shoved back again. The flashbacks also reveal necessary moments (my favorite being the time when a younger Peeta gives a younger Katniss the burnt bread), and they appear at the right times (such as when Peeta asks to hear a happy story, and judging by the state he's in at the time, that's a very reasonable request). In fact, Katniss's flashback about Peeta was probably one of my favorite parts of the story, besides the moments with one of my favorite characters, Rue.<br/><br/>About the characters: Katniss didn't really do anything special for me. I felt her confusion over Peeta quite well, but nothing really stood out for me that made her a really likeable or memorable character among the millions of others that I already know. I was hoping she'd be more...cool...but that's just me. Peeta's character is pretty well done (quick note: I knew Peeta existed before i read the book, and i had the habit of calling him peeta-bread, and that was before i found out he's a baker's son. is that some sort of sick joke??). There's one point pretty late in the book where Katniss says ""Peeta is unpredictable,"" and i had to go ""YES! That's the word I was looking for this whole time. You can't tell what he's thinking or what his motivations are, which works, considering that the whole story comes from Katniss's point of view. Rue is great little character that I actually liked better than the protagonist Katniss. The other characters--the tributes and the Capitol people--play their part but do little beyond that. Haymitch is probably the most interesting adult character.<br/><br/>The horror of the premise didn't attack me as well. That is, I wasn't completely freaked by the deaths or revolted and horrified by what was happening, and the suspense was worn down by the fact that you knew either way she'd make it out alive...but that could be because i already had a decent idea of what the story was about, or because I've already read the three books currently out from Michael Grant's <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Gone/dp/0061448788"">Gone</a> series (seriously, if you though Cato was bad, you should meet Drake Merwin).<br/><br/>I think the book was simply over-hyped for me, which isn't the book's fault. Maybe that'll change if i read the sequel, which I plan to do at some point just because I myself would really like to understand Peeta. I liked him a lot. Good book, but mind-blowing. I hope in future books Katniss's character develops better.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YMGQO3HKIYSQ?ASIN=0439023521	Bret - grade 7	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought Part One of the Hunger Games was very boring. If you can make it past Part One, you will love the rest of the book. The Hunger Games is a science-fiction book written by Suzanne Collins.  The Hunger Games takes place in the ruins of North America which is now called Panem with a filthy rich capital city. Panem also has twelve districts which are very poor. There were originally thirteen districts, but the Capital destroyed District Thirteen for rebelling. The reason for the Hunger Games is to scare the districts and to show how much stronger the Capital is than the districts.  Peeta Mellark and Katniss Evergreen have been chosen for the Hunger Games for District Twelve. Katniss Evergreen's dad died in a mine explosion, and her mother used to be a nurse. Peeta is the son of a baker. You get selected for the Games if you are twelve through eighteen. Then they put your name into a glass jar. After that, they pick one boy and one girl from each district. Each year, a total of twenty-four people get selected for the Hunger Games. The winner each year gets to live in a place called the Victor's Village. You lose by dying in the games, and your body gets shipped backed to your parents so they can see. Katniss had to wear clothes designed by Cinna for her entrance into the Capital. This was Cinna's first time at the Hunger Games, so Katniss asked ""Did they give you District Twelve?"" Cinna answered, ""No, I asked for District Twelve"" Katniss's outfit was made to be lit on fire. I wonder how Hollywood would do that if this book becomes a movie. During a television interview, Katniss acts like a little girl dancing and twirling. Peeta lies about that he and Katniss are in love. He does this so that they can get more sponsors. When Peeta gets back to the hotel, Katniss pushes him down. You could tell that Katniss wanted to kill Peeta right then and there.<br/> Part Two was little better, but it started slowly until the games began. Peeta was playing mind games to confuse Katniss before the Hunger Games. I think that was a very smart strategy for Peeta. Haymitch, a previous winner from District Twelve, lives in Victor's village. He tells them ""to head straight for the woods."" Katniss doesn't listen to Haymitch once Katniss saw her bow and arrows. While Katniss was running, she saw Peeta and gets distracted. So, instead of getting her bow, she grabs bread, backpack, and a sheet of plastic. After that, Katniss runs straight for the woods. I thought that Katniss did the right thing. If Katniss would have grabbed her bow, she probably would have been dead. I think this is where Katniss needs to get her head on straight. Katniss is worried that she has no sponsors to send her water for survival. Then Katniss trips and falls into the mud. After that, she crawls into a lake. Katniss is one lucky person. The next chapter is really funny. So, right after Katniss settles in at the lake, this gigantic wall of fire comes at her. Katniss is running for her life through vomit and smoke. She dives behind a rock, and she realized six inches of her hair was burnt. Surprisingly, Katniss dove into a fresh water pool that was not too big. Then she gets the joke Katniss, the girl on fire. Katniss's calf was burned with these gargantuan blisters on them. Then Katniss remembers how to treat burns by soaking it in cool water.  I felt really bad for Katniss because of her burns. She knows there are people around here because Katniss can hear their coughs from the smoke. So Katniss climbs up into a tree to hide. A couple minutes later, the Careers find her. The Careers are one massive alliance to win the Hunger Games. What do you think will happen between the Careers and Katniss? Where is Peeta? Who will be live, and who will die? What stunt will the Game Makers pull next? An exciting and unexpected ending is waiting in the Hunger Games. Read it today.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23QQTZ34744KG?ASIN=0439023521	It's Very Good, but...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As the title says, I really enjoyed this book. The pacing was well done (for me), and the action sequences kept me flipping the pages time and time again. Having read the Uglies series, the setting reminded me a little of that (and a bit of Brave New World, for the Capitol). Typically, I don't read post-apocalyptic books, and this was the first of Collins that I'd read, so maybe this is coming a bit out of left-field here. Also, I find it valid to note that I bought this book back when it was NOT reccommended by Stephanie Meyer, so there was no influence there. So, onwards (spoilers are littered throughout):<br/><br/>The concept was highly remeniscent of Battle Royale, with teens pitched against teens in a fight to the death, gladiator-style. I'm willing to forgo that since it's what the story revolves around, and I have no real problem with fights to the death, even between minors. However, I do wonder why teens were targeted? I mean, having adults kill each other would cause less production (not to mention shatter families), but why should the Capitol care? It's a small point that just sort of puzzles me. Also, it was fairly easy for me to see that the book was part of a series, and not stand-alone, since little (emphasized) subplots kept popping up (like the Avox girl).<br/><br/>Katniss herself I absolutely adored. She was a tough-as-nails, no nonsense character who took on the burden of taking care of her family. The fact that she took after her dad more than her mom didn't really bother me, because an older version of Prim probably wouldn't be up to snuff. Continuing, Katniss' showed that her the focal point of her life was survival. Period. End of story. Which makes sense, considering that her family's survival depended on her. No pressure, kid. On a side note, while it would've been nice to get more backstory on how her world came to be, Katniss herself doesn't seem much like a history buff, so it makes sense that we wouldn't get much of that either. I also thought it was interesting that everyone, with a few exceptions like her family, Gale, Cinna, (eventually) Haymitch, and Rue, Katniss viewed everyone else as either a threat or a tool. For me, that really enhanced her ""survival of the fittest"" personality.<br/><br/>That said, my biggest problem was not with the unlikely love story between Peeta and Katniss (but, given that no one (family aside) knew them that well, I'll let it slide) was Katniss' reaction to it. She had absolutely no romantic feeling regarding Peeta OR Gale, so the only thing I expected her to feel bad about at the end would've been guilt for leading Peeta along. Because otherwise, he was really more of a tool to help keep HER alive.<br/><br/>Lastly, I've also noticed some mentions of disappointment in a ""non-conclusive"" ending. I couldn't help hoping that Katniss' actions would bring about some change, and I aslo felt a bit cheated when things stayed the same. But then I realized that, as a single book, it was more about Katniss surviving than trying to change the world. Especially since she could care less about the Capitol.<br/><br/>END SPOILERS<br/><br/>As an easy-to-read book, I'd recommend it for people in their mid-teens for violence.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R50RZMFCCI4JN?ASIN=0439023521	A Quick and Engaging Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was a little discouraged when the book arrived and I discovered it was ""Young Adult Fiction."" I'm forty-nine, after all.<br/><br/>What does Young Adult Fiction (YAF) even mean? I guess it is an ambiguous distinction (like ""country music"") - books for, let's say, teenagers that would definitely feature teenage characters and situations. When I think about it a lot of my favorite books are YAF - many of Robert Heinlein's mid-period works, which I love. *Citizen of the Galaxy* comes to mind. I would expect that there would not be much sex, but there is certainly a lot of violence in this book.<br/><br/>The novel is set in the future, in a North America that is ruled by a trendy capitol, and has twelve poorer districts (that seem like small villages) that are required to send two teenage ""tributes"" to the capitol each year in the fashion of the Athenian tributes to the Cretan Minotaur.<br/><br/>It seems to me that the author must have been watching one of those ""voted off the island"" reality shows when she had the idea for this book because this is basically *Survivor* for keeps. In the book, the Hunger Games is a popular television show and the entire nation watches it.<br/><br/>The book was engaging and a quick read. The narrator must use what skills she has and her cunning to survive the game. In some ways I felt like I wasn't quite reading a final draft. About 2/3 of the way through the book there was an ""unprecedented"" rule change made in the Hunger Games that was clearly an afterthought by the author that demonstrates that she didn't have a clear vision of where the story was going when she started. Details such as where all the cameras were and where the little parachutes come from are skipped. The concept was, more or less, ""they are on a television show - that's all you need to know.""<br/><br/>As I said this is an engaging and quick read. Right now I'm trying to figure out which teenage niece or nephew I want to give it to. Recommended.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VFA9OYD8TCGO?ASIN=0439023521	In a word:  Intense	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am happy to say The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins lives up to all expectations. Several people told me that I was going to love this book, that it was right up my alley. I was careful not to read any reviews or synopses so as not to ruin the experience. I am so glad I did. Still, here I am writing a review, part of which is a synopsis. I will do my best to give you an overview without giving anything away. (yes, the book was that good)<br/><br/>The story takes place in the distant future in the ruins once known as North America, now known as the country of Panem, divided between the Capital and it's twelve Districts. As dictated by the Capital, each year, one boy and one girl from each district are forced to play in The Hunger Games. Only the winner will survive. Every moment is televised.<br/><br/>This book, in a word, is intense. Put Lord of the Flies, The Lottery, Survivor and Running Man in a blender, and you'll come up with The Hunger Games. The story is told from the perspective of our heroine. I am having a hard time coming up with a comparable female protagonist as powerful as Katniss Everdeen. Katniss is from the poorest neighborhood of the poorest District in Panem, and already knows a bit about survival. For one thing, she knows what it feels like to be hungry. For another, she knows how to hunt. She is brutal, cold, and cunning, yet I was still able to really like her and root for her. Sure, there are a few quirks in her personality that didn't sit well with me, but I'll give her some slack. Aside from hating her name, the girl is fierce.<br/><br/>The games, however, are downright brutal. Twenty-four children, ages 12 to 18 go into the arena, and I can promise you that they don't all survive. We don't necessarily get a good look at all of the deaths, but I have a vivid imagination, and Suzanne Collins is especially talented with the turn of a phrase. For this reason, I have to caution as to how young the Young Adult reader should be. I think that the lessons on government and communism are strong and could launch amazing conversations about governments throughout history and throughout the world, not to mention the social and political implications of televising the Hunger Games, turning it into some voyeuristic reality show.<br/><br/>The pacing of this book is supersonic. I had a really hard time putting it down, and when I did, I found myself thinking and wondering about the book, the location, the characters, the government, and, especially, the Game.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games has huge crossover potential -- not only to adult readers, but to boys as well. You know me, I am always on the lookout for Man-Lit, but having two sons of my own, I keep my eyes wide open for books that appeal to boys. Harry Potter, Percy Jackson, and Katniss Everdeen will be the heroes on my boys' bookshelves.<br/><br/>Movie Potential? I can't wait to see who gets their hands on this series! This was one powerful book, but I can only imagine how much more intense the story will be when we can see, for example, the images of the shining Capital in comparison to Katniss's gray, coal-covered, District 12. Then again, I'm not sure if putting a fight-to-the-death game on the big screen will be able retain its Young Adult audience. I can only hope that they do The Hunger Games the same justice that Chris Columbus did Harry Potter. Something tells me we won't have to wait long to find out. UPDATE: Ok, the Hunger Games fans are on the ball! It didn't take long for them to tell me that Lions Gate has optioned the movie rights, and Suzanne Collins herself will be writing the screenplay. Cool. Thanks, Amy!<br/><br/>There you have it. The Hunger Games is one of the best books I've read this year, and THE favorite YA book this year, hands down.<br/><br/>[...]</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37E7C0DHEYXXQ?ASIN=0439023521	A riveting and surprisingly intelligent battle for survival, sadly soured by glitz and romance. Nonetheless recommended	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Once a year, the Capitol choses two youthes from each of its twelve districts to participate in the Hunger Games, a televised fight to the death. When her sister is selected, Kantiss volunteers herself and so begins a journey to the Capitol and to the arena where she must use all of her skills--and perhaps sacrifice her morality--in order to survive. Something of a flashy Battle Royale, The Hunger Games is compulsively readable and yet, filled with moral quandaries, unexpectedly intelligent. Unfortunately, its televised gloss and forced romance drag it down. While the book could be better, on the whole I enjoyed and recommend it.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is a distinct case of ""so good, and yet..."" and as such, it's difficult to review. I take issue with some aspects of the text, yet on the whole I liked it and I don't want my grievances to overwhelm that fact. It is a compelling book: vivid, immediate, vicariously thrilling and violent, yet wrapped in tangled moral quandaries. Stranded in the wild, Kantiss's survival in nature is compelling enough, detailed with descriptions of dehydration and food gathering to make the reader acutely thankful for grocery stores. But worse, she's shoved into a life or death situation where she has ever right to kill in self-defense--yet most of her would-be murderers are in the exact same position. This quandary is sometimes solved by a convenient deus ex machina, but Collins often meets the tangled moral situation head on--which is remarkably discomforting and brave. The Hunger Games is always a compulsively readable page-turner, but it is sometimes remarkably intelligent as well, and that's a brilliant and satisfying combination.<br/><br/>And yet. For all that I enjoyed the book, my pleasure was tainted by niggling annoyances. The Hunger Games are a national event, wrapped in glitzy ceremonies, controlled by Gamemakers, televised for the Capitol and districts to see. All of that flash and outside influence opens the door to unnecessary complication: spontaneous forest fires, gifts parachuting from the sky, and constant playing to the camera, all of which detract from the story's authenticity, some of which open the door to unwelcome deus ex machinas. Worst of all, it leads to a staged romance which is unbelievable, unnecessary, and messy. The story would have been better preserved without the complications of romance, least of all a faux romance. (It gets worse: in playing up this faux romance, Kantiss finds strength not in her quick mind or survival skills, but in her ability to act like a lovestruck girlfriend. Would that her survival didn't rely on acting weak and foolishly dedicated to a male character.) So the glitz and tacked on love story sour the book, but The Hunger Games is nonetheless riveting and surprisingly intelligent, a compelling and swift read. It could be better, and I don't think I'll pick up the sequel (I rarely do), but I recommend this installment.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RK33DAQSSDRWF?ASIN=0439023521	Certainly kept my heartrate up!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">There is so much in this book to make you say ""Wow"". Sure, there's a lot here that's been done before... a post-apocalyptic world where the people are oppressed and forced to take part in some winner-takes-all contest to the death is nothing new, but here it is done so well. Katniss is everything you would expect from a girl that's had to take care of herself and her family most of her life.  She's simple, straight to the point, does what needs to be done however she has to, and yes, a little cold. But she's also stunted.  She's so busy being a grown-up that she's never had time to be a teenage girl, and her people skills are certainly lacking.  When she throws herself into the Games in order to save her much younger sister, she's forced to come to terms with her weaknesses.<br/><br/>The Games themselves are a horrifying construction.  24 children (yes, children -- they're all 18 or younger) are forced into an arena of unknown makeup (will it be a forest? a desert? a frozen wasteland? will there be water? wildlife? edible plants?) and are left there to kill or be killed until there is one victor. As if that alone isn't enough, the games makers are there to shake things up and encourage battle, and the entire thing is televised, 24 hours a day.  Katniss's fight for survival is not only a physical one, but an emotional one, as she struggles with her feelings for fellow tribute, Peeta.<br/><br/>Since there is a second book (and supposedly a third), I'm going to assume that you realize that Katniss makes it through this alive.  However, all is not necessarily well, and the way the book ends makes you wish there was just one more chapter. The abruptness of the ending has upset some people, but I think it's appropriate.  It leaves you wondering and a little bit confused, much like Katniss is herself.  Because remember, despite what she's done and what she's been through, she's still just a 16 year old girl.<br/><br/>As a side note, if you're considering this for your young adult reader, there's no sex or bad language here, but there is a *lot* of violence, some of it quite gruesome.<br/><br/>Can't wait for book 2.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2N8TPCBGNYF5V?ASIN=0439023521	a horrifying dystopia	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">In ""The Hunger Games"", we see a horrifying dystopia.  The central government, surrounded by twelve districts, put down a rebellion many years ago.  The government has many policies intended to remind the districts of their failed rebellion and to keep them from rising again.  The policies keep the people in the districts poor and hungry, too occupied by the need for survival to risk rebellion.<br/><br/>The worst of the policies is an annual game.  Each teenager in the district is entered into the lottery; you can get an additional entry into the lottery in exchange for food rations, thus ensuring that the poorest children have higher chances of being selected in this lottery.  The lottery selects one girl and one boy from each district.  Those selected are forced to participate in the Hunger Games, in which the children must either kill or be killed.  The games are broadcast to all, and are required viewing for all.<br/><br/>Katniss is a 16-year-old girl who has been keeping her family alive by illegally hunting and gathering after her father's death.  She knows that she could be put to death for her infractions, but continues because not doing so means death for her whole family.  She has a younger sister who she adores.  It's her sister's first year to be eligible for the lottery, and the worst possible happens: her sister's name is selected.  Katniss volunteers to take her place.  The boy that is selected from her district is one that Katniss knows from an earlier kindness, which makes Katniss uncomfortable.<br/><br/>Katniss travels to the capitol where she experiences first-hand the riches there: three meals per day, all the food she can eat, electricity constantly available, and a citizenry that has no idea how good it has it.  She marvels in the differences between her near-starvation life back home and this extravagance.  As the games begin, Peeta, the boy from Katniss's district, professes that he has been in love with her for years.  This statement changes the tenor of the games from its usual bloodbath to a story of doomed young love.<br/><br/>As the games begin, Katniss is painfully aware of the reality of the games.  The Gamemakers have inserted a tracking device into her so they always know her current location and condition.  They can manipulate the wilderness in which the game is played to force the players to come together if the game strikes a lull.  This knowledge that she is constantly on camera and constantly monitored for the benefit of the game sharpens her instincts.<br/><br/>Throughout the game, we see how the Gamemakers shape the game and how Katniss is able to use their rules against them.  At the end of the game, when only she and Peeta have survived, she uses the game's need to have a winner to save them both, much to the ire of the Gamemakers.  The book closes with the knowledge that she has angered the government and that they will not let such a good deed go unpunished.<br/><br/>The plot is a dystopia that feels familiar: it's a combination of Shirley Jackson's classic short story ""The Lottery"" and Steven King's novel ""The Running Man"" (not the movie, which strays pretty far from the source material, but the novel from King's Bachman years).  For all that I've seen elements of this plot before, I was unable to put the book down.  The story is compelling.  Katniss's plight and the details of the dystopic society that she lives in are delivered in a deft manner that never feels heavy-handed or overbearing.  Her ability to understand her circumstances and make them work to her advantage is laudable.  The book is intended to be the beginning of a series.  I hope that it turns out much like Scott Westerfeld's ""Uglies"" trilogy, in which a girl in another dystopia (albeit one less immediately horrifying) uses the system against itself to bring about much-needed rebellion.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KSNKO9Z5XJT2?ASIN=0439023521	The evil empire versus the downtrodden	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is a wonderful story with a grim storyline.  I stayed up very late one night, or rather very early in the morning,  to finish the book.  It was that good!<br/><br/>Sometime in the future the Capitol area of what once was America, but know is know as Panem,  controls 12 Districts through starvation.  There is a 13th District, but as a warning to the other districts, the Capitol has bombed it into a toxic wasteland.  People in the Districts never really have enough to eat unless their children are entered in the Hunger Games.  Residents in each District can increase their rations when their children are entered in The Hunger Games.  Annually, one boy and one girl in each District are chosen to participate in the Game.  The participants, known as tributes, are usually forced to participate, but some volunteer.  The tributes are imprisoned in a very huge outdoor arena, and each tribute must fight to the death.  The survivor/winner of the Hunger  Games ensures a life of material ease for their family and a year's worth of adequate rations for their District.<br/><br/>Sixteen year-old, Katniss Everdeen, our heroine from District 12, volunteers to participate in the Games, in place of her little sister Prim. This story is about how Katniss plays the Game and what she learns about life (and death) in the process.  This is the first book of a series.  I hope in future editions we find out how the evil empire is brought down.<br/><br/>I do want to share one part of the book in particular, it really touched me.  Katniss, who is a hunter, has just killed her first human being, a boy from District 1, and this is what she thinks,""...the boy from District 1 was the first person I knew die because of my actions.  Numerous animals have lost their lives at my hands, but only one human.  I hear Gale [a male friend of Katniss]  saying, `How different can it be, really?'  Amazingly similar in execution.  A bow pulled, an arrow shot.  Entirely different in the aftermath.  I killed a boy whose name I don't even know.  Somewhere his family is weeping for him.  His friends call for my blood.  Maybe he had a girlfriend who really believed he would come back...."" ( 243). Even though she had her revenge (the boy had killed a friend of hers) she realizes that  justice really has not occurred.  Death occurs in all wars (and the Hunger Games could be considered miniature wars) but people do get killed who even though we do not know their names, will be missed by their loved ones.<br/><br/>I really enjoyed this book, and I definitely will read the second book in the series when it comes out.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CN3CTRSS5QLO?ASIN=0439023521	Easy, Entertaining Book for Teens...and even adults!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Although this book is targeted for a teen audience, it makes for extremely light reading for an adult.  That does not mean that the themes are simple; on the contrary, the story and the way it is written will often cause you to pause and think. It will also keep you guessing up until the very end.  This is the first book of a series, so don't expect to have all the questions answered at the end of this book.<br/><br/>The story is very linear. The plot involves a group of children/teens who are forced to participate in a game in which they fight ""to the death"". From a social perspective, the story's themes remind me of modern-day reality TV shows, with the exception that instead of ""voting people off"", the cast is out to destroy everybody else -- literally.  You'll find the characters playing to the audience in their attempts to win sponsors. This could be the ultimate reality show -- or Olympics -- of the future.<br/><br/>The story is told in the first person. Suzanne Collins' writing style is very simple, very linear, and therefore very easy to digest. At no point while reading this story did I find the need to backtrack and re-read passages. There is not a large number of characters, and since all of the characters are thrust into the situation without knowing each other, there is little character development beyond that of Katniss and her primary ally, Peeta.  It is quick, light reading, and can easily be read within a few days.<br/><br/>Suzanne does manage to paint detailed images with her words. The post-apocalyptic world is divided into districts, each of a varying class, each of whose sole purpose is to fulfill the needs of the glitzy, ruling Capitol. I could easily imagine the landscapes described by Katniss.  Although not extremely detailed, the death of each character is vividly conveyed, leaving the rest to your imagination.<br/><br/>The book's lesson parallels those of ""Call of the Wild"", in how people -- not just young people -- can easily ""devolve"" in the right environment and situation. We also experience how individuals survive based on their up-bringing and experiences.  The story continually touches on the ideas of ""truth"" and ""integrity"".  Of greater interest is how the population as a whole takes part in the event as spectators; that, for them, this type of thing is considered ""normal"". It could also be a social commentary on how desensitized we have become as a society.<br/><br/>I would recommend this book to nearly anybody, regardless of age. It touches on ""coming of age"" themes, is extremely contemporary in style, includes a bit of science fiction technology, and even includes a little ""romance"". I do not at all regret investing my time reading this, and look forward to continuing the series.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8QHXIGGY9TKN?ASIN=0439023521	THIS IS NOT LITERTURE JUST WORDS USED TO RISE THE ...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">THIS IS NOT LITERTURE  JUST WORDS USED TO RISE THE SENSATE</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RF3RI4MR2OOV7?ASIN=0439023521	A great start	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is a great start for the hunger games triolgy. A action packed battle with love, fighting, romance, and life saving. Best book I ever read</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Y3BGHYZ4969U?ASIN=0439023521	Great Series	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great series that I couldn't put down. Wasn't expecting to like the books as much as I did. Once I started reading...I had to know what happened.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RG0YGLG7OPXYA?ASIN=0439023521	Gota Love Kindle	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Books are always easy to resource and buy.<br/>The download was in seconds and I read the book within days.<br/>E-Reading makes books enjoyable.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3U4WTQ361WUD6?ASIN=0439023521	It was missing something...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Okay, i'm not reviewing this book to bash it, I just wanna say what I think of it.<br/><br/>I had to read this book for my school summer reading. I thought that it might be good. But I was sorely dissapointed. The characters lacked life, lacked emotion and almost every one (Katniss, Petta..) seemed superficial to me. All Katniss thought was ""Oh, I hope I look good on T.V"" ""My, look at all this food. This bread tastes so good.""<br/><br/>It irked me the whole time I read it. PLUS! ***Spoiler Alert!***<br/>THE ENDING DROVE ME INSAINE!<br/>I would like the hours of my life I used to read this book back please.<br/>Really? Dogs? They turned into muts? What a waste of a could-of-been good story. I do like the idea of this story, I just don't like the way there was no depth to the characters, the overused adjactives, and the first person point of view.<br/><br/>If you really want to read a good book I sugest you look else where.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BFJ2DZ309ECD?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a fantastic book! Intense from start to finish.  This is one of the first books that I could not put down in years.  Really enjoyed it.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16SDIH31UWNW5?ASIN=0439023521	AWESOME SERIES	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Couldn't put these books down.  Read all three in less than two days they were that addictive.  Very good reads, highly recommend to anyone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37V61ML88WI8O?ASIN=0439023521	Very Disappointed.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Utterly Disappointing. That's What I Have To Say About This Book. I Was So Very Tempted To Read It When Everyone At My School Was Telling Me, Because I Love To Read A Good Book, That I Should Read This. So I Agreed And Borrowed It From Amazon For my Kindle Fire. I Read To Halfway On The First Day, Then Abruptly Stopped. The Whole Time I Had The Book Borrowed, Went To Waste. I Never Re-Opened The Book. I Expected Action and Adrenalin Rush, As People Say You Get As You Read The Book, Excitement, And Never Wanting To Put The Book Down. Boy, Was I Wrong. All I Got Out Of The Book Was Boring, Nearly Falling Asleep, Yawning, And Put The Book Down Almost Immediately After Realizing What A Waste It Was On My Kindle. I Still Say To This Day, ""Thank God That I Never Bought The Book, And Just Borrowed."" I Don't Know What I Would Do If I WASTED $5.00 On A Book That Doesn't Even Deserve All The Praise It Is Getting.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LUWX5RQQQC0B?ASIN=0439023521	Good plot, not as great characters	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Kind of like an extended version of the short story ""Most Dangerous Game."" The world has ended, set in the future, yadda yadda yadda.<br/><br/>But.<br/><br/>The tyranical capitol of the country ""Panem"" every year plucks one boy and one girl from each of the twelve poor districts and locks them all in an outdoor arena.<br/><br/>Last one alive wins.<br/><br/>This is the districts' punishment for rising up against the capitol some seventy years before the book starts.<br/><br/>So then we have Katniss Everdeen, age 16, who is sent off. She is from the least pleasent district- district twelve. In 73 years, that district has had 2 winners.<br/><br/>But there is also Peeta, the boy who was sent with her. He tells the press he is in love with Katniss, but she just assumes it is a plot to get sponsors- a plot that seems to be working.<br/><br/>And as Katniss enteres the Games- killing, running, and making alliances with other competitors- she gets The Bug. The Bug to defty the capitol and show them that she is more than an animal to be killed for their entertainment.<br/><br/>The main problem with this book was that it was told in the first person, taking away the will-she-die suspense. There is an unspoken rule against killing people when you're writing in the first person. And Katniss's character seems a little flat- she is too good of an archer and a woodsman.<br/><br/>The beginning drags on a little, in a just-get-to-the-good-part-already! kind of way.<br/><br/>Still an interesting and good book, and one that I have read several times over. I will be waiting for the sequel.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14N3VW7830MQJ?ASIN=0439023521	Pretty damn bad	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm just reminded again of what terrible shape the world is truly in when a piece of garbage such as this which glorifies the killing of children becomes extremely popular. It's not well written, far from it - in fact it is dumbed down for today's readers. I have no idea what is wrong with people today. Too much McDonalds and corn.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJG23SLCEFNE6?ASIN=0439023521	Bleak Future, Terrible Choices	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Panem is the country that used to be America, now a nation of twelve ""Districts"" ruled by a distant and cruel ""Capitol."" Katniss Everdeen is a sixteen year old girl who lives by her wits and her skill as a hunter in District Twelve, the most impoverished of them all.  Every year the country is caught up in a spectacle of haunting cruelty--each District must send two ""tributes""--a teenage boy and girl--to the Capitol to compete in the Hunger Games--to kill or be killed. Everything is televised, and only one of the twenty-four tributes can survive. This year, something is different. The other tribute from District Twelve is in love with Katniss. But one of them must--absolutely--die.<br/><br/>That's the plot in a nutshell and I won't share any more of it. What happens? You'll just have to read the book. Author Suzanne Collins writes extremely well. Katniss is an engaging  heroine and her struggles with the totalitarian  system of Panem are as powerful as her fight for physical survival. The future world of Panem is bleak but intriguing, and strangely suggestive of the Roman Empire--many characters even have Latin-sounding names. Most important, the book looks deeply at the evil people can do to each other, and their moments of altruism as well.<br/><br/>Hunger Games is science fiction aimed at a young adult audience, but readers of any age will quickly get hooked. It looks like there may be a sequel or two as well, which I'll be looking for. I recommend this book highly. Reviewed by Louis N. Gruber.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XAHF8LJZPKAP?ASIN=0439023521	I loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't want to go to great lengths in writing, but this book hooked me right from the start.  I loved reading it.  It was one of those books that you can't stop reading no matter how much other stuff you need to do.  It can all wait because you have to know what happens.  I would highly recommend this book.  Great Read!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RXC96ORXUV0YY?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Best Book I've Ever read!!!! Could not put it down, or have a life until I was done with the three book series. LOVED IT!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2A42IDXLA7VJY?ASIN=0439023521	Captivating Storyline	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read through the entire series in the last three days, and regret waiting so long to read it! The story is so interesting, and the writing is so descriptive. Collins really creates this whole other world, and actually makes it seem so believable. I also love the characters. I love Peeta. She paints him as that one person that everyone knows that is almost too good, that person who we can never compare to. Katniss is a complex and interesting character. I find her likeable, but not overly so. I think she is to represent the average reader, someone good, but no where near perfect.<br/><br/>The reason why I felt I had to give it 4 stars instead of 5 is because I sometimes felt that emotions and/or reactions were way over the top. I don't really know if anyone else felt this way, but it happened a lot in Book 1. I can't think of any specific examples, because I've already finished reading the other two books, but I do remember something between Peeta and Katniss seeming almost ridiculous in her reactions. Maybe Collins just wanted to add more drama (like it really needed it), or just wanted to express the pressure that is going in throughout the book, and the entire series. I'm really not sure. But it made Katniss seem bratty and overly emotional, which now that I think about it describes pretty much any 16 year old girl. Honestly, that was my only complaint, but it did happen numerous times, enough so that it bothered me throughout the whole series.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28BHEIEPTRRQY?ASIN=0439023521	What SOCIETY, past or in the future, will MAKE kids 12-18 KILL each other??	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The topic is VERY disturbing.  It's inherently inhuman for people to MAKE kids KILL each other for entertainment.  I read the book (well, listened to unabridged audio book actually) in its entirety, hoping for some moral-of-the-story or a message - like this is what society will become if ....  - but nothing.  It's literally a book with kids, ages 12-18, who are made to kill each other until you have a victor who has killed everyone else off.  PURE EVIL in thought.  What society has parents who's maternal (or paternal) instincts not kick in and fight for their children??  And supposedly these Hunger Games have gone on for decades!<br/><br/>I'm not much of a fantasy-type novels.  I don't like Lord of the Rings or Harry Potter but I rate those 1000x better in substance.  I do read books with violence in it.  This is a different category - DISTURBING with no other merit.  The writer does have a talent of telling a story where you can picture details.  Which makes this book worse.  The writer can probably come up with other topics that's less evil.<br/><br/>Would not suggest as reading for anyone.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24961LWM4IY3X?ASIN=0439023521	What's so special?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I honestly do not understand what is so amazing about this book. It is quite depressing. I feel bad for the young readers.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RR27AA8UI1A25?ASIN=0439023521	Great! But short.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't expect to be so engaged, but when I sat down last night to start the book, completely exhausted still from Thanksgiving festivities, I found myself reading the book until I finished it at 3 AM.<br/><br/>It was a lot of fun, and I definitely enjoyed it a lot, but it felt ""elementary"" to a point. I guess I'm used to books directed at a different audience (I picked this up on recommendation), but this had the feeling of a book I would have read in middle school. That's not to say it wasn't good--it was--it just seemed tailored towards a young audience... which again, is fine.<br/><br/>There was also a lack of detail. Some will disagree with me here, but I didn't feel as if I was completely in the world. I felt more like I was reading about a world. When I read a book, I like to feel more like I'm part of the world I'm reading about. This didn't have that for me, though I did have strong emotions about the characters. I cried over something that happened in here, and I haven't done more than tear up while reading in a LONG time.<br/><br/>The only other complaint I can make is that I didn't hate the other contestants much at all--even the main antagonist. I viewed them all as victims of the Capitol, but maybe that is the point.<br/><br/>Overall, I won't be talking this book up to everyone I see like I do with many other books, but it was worth reading, and I did buy the second and third today so take that for what it's worth.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WZTI98J477FZ?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the whole series. Great and easy reads. Could not put them down! I would highly recommend to friends and family!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22NZOCJ4R0FI5?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Can you imagine a 16-year-old girl fighting to the death in an arena against 23 other teenagers?  Well that is exactly the story line to Suzanne Collins' book, The Hunger Game.  Be prepared to enjoy this novel whether you are a young teen or an adventurous adult.  It takes place in the future where the United States is gone. North America has become Panem with its major city called the Capitol. The rest of Panem is divided into 12 Districts (the former 13th had the bad judgment to revolt and no longer exists). The Capitol's yearly highlight in this dreadful world is the Hunger Games, which is a murderous TV reality show in which 24 teenagers are chosen by lottery to battle each other in a wild environment called the ""arena.""  Ranging from ages 12 to 18, one boy and one girl are chosen from each district to participate.  The only way to win is to be the last one alive at the end of the game.  If you are lucky your other opponents will do most of the killing for you before you are forced to take someone else's life.  The bottom line is the winner gets a life of ease and the losers get death. The only ""unspoken rule"" is that you can't eat the dead contestants. Which sounds odd until you realize that there is limited food and water provided unless you hunt for it or find a water source.  You won't be able to put this book down until you read the last page.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JMXG0M25Z1RD?ASIN=0439023521	Beware; trilogy gets successively worse	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read the Hunger Games after seeing the movie, and enjoyed it. The story was gripping and engaging, and somehow I managed to swallow the fact that the story is about children killing each other. I believe I was able to deal with this fact because this book ends well, hopeful, with a character you adore. But be warned, the following books are worse in every way. Not only does the plot darken and become completely devoid of hope, the writing gets thrown together and the characters hardly exist. If you are interested in this series, I would encourage you to read the most critical reviews of Mockingjay. Hopefully you will be spared from the unsatisfying, shattered feeling this trilogy leaves you. I say skip it. You'll be glad you did.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2E6IW5HZTRN4R?ASIN=0439023521	loooooved it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this bok is so amazing i read it 20 times over!!!!!!!!! People of the world, listen to me!!! You HAVE TO read it!!!!</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZKHDME2SYC1G?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am a guy and I could not put this book down.  It was recommended to me, I tried it, and I finished it in 3 days.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HE2THFU4QSBK?ASIN=0439023521	been done before	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Battle Royale + The Running Man.<br/>There are so many stories about a bunch of people being put onto an island and a televised fight to the death, yawn.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2SQG4ML67D4RB?ASIN=0439023521	So this is what passes as a book huh?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Im not gonna go into ripped off ideas, too brutal/not brutal enough diatribes, missed oppertunities, or my complete disregard for the world in which the characters live. All these complaints have been brought forth by many others. My main beef with this boring, unapologetically straight forward, blunt, predictable, uninspired, trite, prose-less, laughably unoriginal drek is the writing style.<br/><br/>Yes, Suzanne Collins has typed an entire book onto page, yes. I give her a hi-5 because I have never written a book. From there on in this book is one very simple character's view point pooped onto 200-some pages with no style, flair, intuition, love or respect for either the characters, the world they inhabit or the readers.<br/><br/>Example: Katniss lives in a town. They mine coal. She hunts for food, which is illegal. They are all very hungry. The Government is very bad and pits children against each other for sport. Then they go to a city. The city is bright and shiny. etc.<br/><br/>You are told what is happing and that is all. Is her town big? Small? How many people? There are rich and poor but do they live in different places? Is it 50% rich/poor? 20%/80%? Are there seasons and are they mild or do they change greatly? What's to stop people from leaving? Does Katniss' family live in a shack or are there multiple rooms? What kind of trees is she hunting amongst? Is it a mountainous area or just rocky? There is nothing except a moment by moment telling with little to no style, metaphor, numbers, measurement, nothing.<br/><br/>Any suspense is squashed by Katniss being dim and overall without intuition. It's like she has Asperger syndrome. I get that all she's done with her life is be gloomy and hunt game so the nuance of how to read people might be very alien to her. Once again however, the book just dictates terms, whether it be discerning romance or building a fire.<br/><br/>(SPOILERS! SORT OF! SPOILERS)<br/><br/>You as a reader, unless you've never read a book ever, know from page 25 that Katniss and her partner for the games are going to become romantically entangled. The book just tells you that. You never doubt for a second that he loves Katniss beacuse the book FORCES the conclusion on you. Now if he'd turned on her, that would have been a surprise. But no, what the book suggests moves along and happens just as you'd expect.<br/><br/>Now Im trying my best not to be a sci-fi elitest. Good books have been written in such a style, but they either have beautiful prose and imagry (100 years of solitude, any Steinbeck, Kafka on the Shore) or have socitial/cultural/political/mental boundries that shape the style of the book that way (American Psycho, 1984, any Palaniuk) but this book is wholly relying on some stuff that happened once and is told to you in this really straight forward blunt english. I know this is written for a younger audience, but does that mean you have so little respect for your audience's intelligence that ""Cornucopia"" is the biggest word in the book? Boring and kinda offensive.<br/><br/>In any case, I was aghast that instead of getting to meet ANY of the participents Katniss is up against, all you get is vague descriptions of a few of the kids. ""Boy with a limp"", ""Tallest boy"", ""Sexy girl"", ""Fox Face"", etc. You are about to be tasked with killing 23 people and you're not going to even get their NAMES? Sure, you're gonna have to kill them, Im not saying you gotta be buddies, but know SOMETHING about them! Instead the book turns into ""11 or so die in first hour, some stuff happens, nameless person dies, stuff happens, 2 more nameless automatons die, Katniss's makes a friend, some girl from District 8 dies, blah blah blah. Wow! I wish I gave a damn about anyone in this book but I dont.<br/><br/>Forced love triangles, hollow nameless unintimidating villians and not a paragraphs worth of descriptive detail all totaled together makes this a really dull read. I finished, but only because it was too simple not to finish. I wanted to hold out hope for a cool ending or anything reedemable but nope. The ending sucked too.<br/><br/>Gave the book away. Won't touch sequels.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Y72EO3V0A7AQ?ASIN=0439023521	How Did This Book Get All Those Favorable Reviews?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After reading this book, I had no interest whatsoever in reading the next two installments. Slightly curious as to how it ended up, I went to Wikipedia and read the synopses, and considered that more than enough!<br/><br/>The writing is clunky, and the dialogue strikes an unbelievingly flat note. Neither the prose or dialogue is particularly well-written, yet we're told after some banal comment that the crowd laughed uproariously, or oooed and awed, or was otherwise blown away. Yet it's very hard to believe this, even though the author insists on it being so.<br/><br/>I was fairly entertained, and the plot moved along, and it was interesting to see what happened to the characters. And the story itself is a pretty interesting idea. However, some things just didn't make any real sense. The parachutes dropping in? From where? It's an outdoor arena. The face and voices in the sky? How?<br/><br/>For a quick read, I guess it's worth it, however the writing style I felt was somewhat jarring. It never flowed easily, and I think probably because the style was pretty boring and plain. Definitely not in a league with other recent YA books with fantastic writing, like His Dark Materials or the Harry Potter series. I will see the movie, as I have no doubt they will vastly improve upon the book.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RA486HHO3K3EN?ASIN=0439023521	A hideous story of sadism and human misery	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The premise is a game where 24 children between the ages of 11 and 18 are locked in an arena to kill each other until only 1 remains.  It sinks into greater depravity and misery from there.  Who recommended this series for children? It should be rated X for harsh content and kept from anyone under college age.  It's about inhumanity, both on an individual level, and what such action and treatment does to perpetrators and survivors.  It's about what kind of political system would employ such measures.  The descriptions of barbaric violence are graphic and specific.  I have images in my mind it will take me a long time to be rid of.  I wish I'd never read it.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RND7XMNOO7WM7?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't get into it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Not a good read, couldn't get into it. Didn't grab my attention where I wanted to keep reading. Bad choice</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JNHJ4SC07L8C?ASIN=0439023521	*Literate* Adults Beware	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read Chapter 1 and put the book down. Unengaging and drab.<br/><br/>A fan of fantasy and adventure, I thought all the cultural hype surrounding this book would point to a great read.<br/><br/>The fact is, this book was written at a level meant for youths. The sentences are short and simple, and the lack of vocabulary depth makes this work more of a color-by-numbers than an oil painting.<br/><br/>I shouldn't be surprised, as our culture tends to prey on elementary style book/movies for some odd reason (Harry Potter, Twilight, etc).<br/><br/>Anyway, not worth my time - be sure to check the ""Look Inside"" before buying and you'll see what I mean.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PVISKI6E1FTU?ASIN=0439023521	not for young kids-- but I can't wait for the next in this series !!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A scary, grim, but compelling story.  This is the sort of book that hooks you.  The author invented a surprisingly convincing and brutal society in which individuals have to find a way to deal with impossible choices, great fear, and great injustice.<br/><br/>I read this book through cover to cover in one sitting.  At the end, I thought to myself, ""How can I possibly wait for the next book in the series???""<br/><br/>I really enjoyed this book, just think it is appropriate for those 14 and up only.  All of the deaths of children (mostly murders) would be really disturbing for many younger children.  There is just lots of killing of people and animals throughout the book.  Our heroine even has to kill dogs for food, we find out in the opening segment; people in her community are starving to death.  The brutish existence she has faced hardens her for the task of killing other children, as she is forced to contemplate doing in the ""game"".  This is a bleak book in many different ways, and one in which adults are either evil or helpless to protect children.  On the positive side, our heroine does learn that at least some people have good hearts.<br/><br/>I think this is really a science fiction book most appropriate for adults or teens over 14.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RB7ZFL0XA7TUR?ASIN=0439023521	gratuite violence	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I would like to write a ""comment"" or opinion, I would love to have a pro efficient knowledge of English language , but i,m a Spanish speaking ... old lady. I like to read specially when i know the writer  try to give us something to learn  making  the characters of the history to speak out of something or  how we can be  resilient , clever and most of  all, how we could change the wrong doing of insane  institutions,customs or politics.<br/> BUT unfortunately Hunger Games is not the case.  Putting the  Young acting like a puppets hiding from them the capacity  of questioning  the ""games"". She  took  away from them  the power of even think on how  to stop the abuse and negligence just refusing to do what is against of their nature. She supposed  that perhaps  that kind of sadistic ""game"" mixing the ""Roman Circus""  with the reminiscent of  ancient histories about human sacrifices honoring Gods might give the history a serious argument... is just ridicule.<br/><br/>The managing of time in the story it s just plane and boring... the dialogues more than poor, the only serious sentence  you can find saying from the character  is the statement pronunced by the old  actor Sutherland  about the power of Hope.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UKCPLPO9ZC7E?ASIN=0439023521	hunger blahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">could not get into this book at all. Loved the movie but the book yuck. wish I could get my money back.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R344V68UI5DZ0Q?ASIN=0439023521	Don't waste your money	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Why oh why is there so much hype about this book????<br/>I had to force myself to finish it. Poorly written and boring!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I feel like I just threw money away. Won't bother with the film either.<br/>HUGE DISAPPOINMENT!!!!!!!!!! :-((((((</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TRZUX6JJLLJT?ASIN=0439023521	Childish	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Read the first chapter on Amazon and will most likely read all 3 books but only because they are free with Prime.<br/><br/>The author wrote with a 4th grade vocabulary about an adult theme. 100 years ago Edgar Rice Burroughs wrote better and they are now considered childrens fiction. There is more Blood Sex and Gore in any of Burroughs books.<br/><br/>Rowlings reading these must laugh when she realized how easy she could have written HP if she simplified the book.<br/><br/>If you want your teenagers to read at that level buy the Hardy Boys or Nancy Drew otherwise tell your school to teach High School English not elementary.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CR5E06H40URF?ASIN=0439023521	ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS I'VE EVER READ :)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is a book that I've heard about for a while and wanted to read it.  I borrowed it once from my school library, but I had to return it before I could finish it.  Once I got my kindle I decided to get the Hunger Games and I'm VERY glad I did. The book takes place in North America in the future.  After a rebellion starts in the 13 districts against the Capitol (that's how it is spelled in the book), the Capitol fights back and wins.  All the districts are beaten preety badly, except for the 13th district which was completely destroyed.  So the Capitol creates the Hunger Games in which two people, one boy and one girl between the ages of 12 and 18, from each district must compete in.  It's a battle to the finish as only one can win.  I don't want to spoil the book, so I'm just going to tell you that it is a very good book, one of the best books I've ever read (the other series that I love is by the same author), and you won't be disappointed with this book, especially if you are a fan of action, science fiction, and a little bit of romance.  If you read this series and like it, I would recomend that you read the Underland Chronicles, which is also by Suzanne Collins.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHYL7P0E5CZ6F?ASIN=0439023521	Finally, a thought-provoking survival story for teens	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Harry Potter series?  Loved it.  Twilight saga?  Certainly a fan.  Teen/young adult fiction has certainly come a long way since my late childhood of Fear Street and Babysitters Club books.  I think that this genre has really taken off in a way that has inspired far more teens to read than ever before.  And for that alone, I will be forever thankful.<br/><br/>However, I feel that while I loved Harry Potter and Twilight, I did wish an author would come in and write something a bit less fantasy and more thought provoking.  Sure, The Hunger Games has an element of Sci-fi seeing as it's so far in the future, but the core theme of survival really dominates the bulk of this book.  And I'm not just talking about in the actual Hunger Games but also in their daily lives -- in the Seam, for example.  If you took away the technology of the Capitol, District Twelve could be compared to POW camps of our world's messy history.  I truly appreciated the parallels.  I look forward to the time when my son (who is far too young for the series now) reads these books.  I will certainly take the opportunity to highlight the cultural and historical lessons this brings up.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OOBNHNOQSDOM?ASIN=0439023521	Honest Reviewer	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So, I fall into a torn category.  While the writing was pretty good, though some descriptions were a bit too long for me, regardless of the writing the story just didn't 'do it' for me.<br/><br/>Perhaps I built up too much after listening and reading the multitude of praises about the compelling yet brutal story.  Honestly, I'm a very eclectic reader, so having read such novels by Laymon and Kilborn, my idea of brutal is pretty hardcore.<br/><br/>What the 'contestants' had to go through at young ages was extreme, but the book just didn't truly convey this brutality for me.  I get it's a YA novel and there shouldn't be the level of horror and devastation as a Laymon or Kilborn novel, but this still is just 'eh'.<br/><br/>I would say that 'Meh' sums up my feelings for this book.  There were amazing parts to the story, but by the end I felt like I'd wasted too much time trying to get through the story rather than sinking in and enjoying the journey.<br/><br/>More people seemed to have enjoyed this rather than those like myself who feel they are pushing it with 3 stars.<br/><br/>My vote:<br/><br/>2 stars based on story.  Got 3 stars because the writing really is decent.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VD5460W6OEIT?ASIN=0439023521	I DON'T THINK SO	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Perhaps I have read too much, perhaps my taste is vastly different from the rest...but these books were flat and boring. The only reason I finished them is because I have a dire need to complete everything I start. The characters were flat, they did not interact well, and making a girl a war propaganda was pretty lame. There was no touching of the heart or soul from these books. So perhaps I read for something more. I like to connect to the characters in the stories I read, and not even Katniss was an in depth enough character to connect to. She was filled with anger but you never saw it come out of her. The only time I saw a real human reaction was when she was depressed over the death of her sister. I felt robbed actually, of my time. All I thought about was the story ""The Lottery"" and a series called The Uglies. Also,the point of the story was lost somewhere because of the amount of focus on the piddly details such as the romance that was false. I am sorry...but these stories are flat, uninteresting, and lack connectivity. I do not recommend them to someone who really enjoys reading as a past time, someone who has read more than the pop culture novels of our time, because that is definitely what this stuff is. Read some real stuff for once instead of wasting your time on a drab, completely flat boring series that seems to mimic a lot of other stories that are much better.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CUI7XA7NM9S7?ASIN=0439023521	Rather Disappointing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The best thing I can really say for this book is that it had great potential.<br/><br/>It's about a totalitarian society that, to remind its people who's in charge, holds the annual Hunger Games, where twenty-four kids ages 12 to 18 are locked in an enormous arena to fight to the death.<br/><br/>It had a lot of promise in the beginning. What would kids do when faced with a choice between murdering a friend and being murdered themselves? What damage does it inflict on the children's psyches? Is this year's game going to be different somehow?<br/><br/>The writing isn't great--there are some awkward sentences and some grammatical errors, and the use of present tense narration is unique but distracting and doesn't add anything of value. There are some significant unrealistic plot devices that Collins uses to fuel the adventure. On the other hand, the story really has potential.<br/><br/>But in the end, there is no resolution. Or if there is, it's maddeningly unsatisfying.<br/><br/>*Spoilers after this point*<br/><br/>In the end, the main character and her friend are the victors in the Games. Everyone else in the arena dies, and they are the last ones standing. Yes, yes, that's all well and good, but in the end, what triumph is it? In the end, their oppressive government will still continue its tyrannical regime. In the end, it's no victory for them at all--it's only a victory for the Capitol, who has managed to beat them down to the level of murderous animals. The entire time, you're waiting for Katniss, the main character, to finally get fed up with the whole thing and instigate a rebellion. Even if it were quashed in the end and she and all of her co-conspirators were killed, it would be more fulfilling than seeing her be alive at the end but never really free or happy. Even if she and Peeta had committed suicide on the banks of the river as they were about to do, it would have been better--that, at least, would have been their own refusal to be puppets in the hands of the Capitol. In the beginning, you think the book is going to be a tribute to the triumph of the goodness in human nature over the fear of retribution or death. In the end, it's just the opposite.<br/><br/>Overall, an engaging story for the thrill, but disappointing.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RF58J2KHDBCC8?ASIN=0439023521	So much promised, so little delivered	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wanted to love this book.  It's a wonderful thing to find a long work that earns your respect and keeps you mesmerized for hundreds of pages.  Like Robert Graves with I,Claudius or Patrick O'Brien with his Aubrey/Maturin series.  But The Hunger Games is not even close to being in that league.  It's not even a great book for bright pre-teens.<br/><br/>The author gets off to a fine start.  Great pace; perceptive and balanced character development, an imaginative description of a strange post-apocalyptic world. Too bad that fine beginning devolves into unbearable dreck after the first 30 pages.  And stays there to the bitter end.<br/><br/>I assert that in the real world, post-apocalyptic or otherwise, men and women span the spectra of heroism, evil, intelligence, avarice, initiative, boorishness, wit, backbone, and everything else human in roughly equal measure.<br/><br/>But in the author's self-indulgent world almost all the men have almost all the flaws, and almost all the women have almost all the admirable traits.  Jeez, give it a rest already.  This one-note samba is not the tune to which great books dance.<br/><br/>Furthermore, the author is irritatingly lazy and unimaginative.  When she needs some Deus ex Machina she just plops it in, with little backstory and almost no credibility.  The heroine needs some medicine? Plop! It arrives via a little silver parachute, paid by a of a destitute populace who can barely feed themselves.  This sort of abuse of our willingness to suspend disbelieve happens over and over again.<br/><br/>This book is jejune, uninspired, and banal.  Too bad, the author obviously has talent --- someone should teach her a little judgement and an eye for reality.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1AK5R4JH0EWA6?ASIN=0439023521	"Surprizingly good- stop comparing it to ""Twilight"" its better"	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought this for my son and we love a lot of the same books like ""The Hobbit,"" and ""Song of Ice and Fire,"" and I think I have spent about $1500.00 this year on Amazon purchases.<br/>When I ordered it I saw it hailed as the ""next Twlight,"" and my heart sank. I saw it was published by Scholastic, and then thought maybe it was too young a read for us. But I havent been able to put it down. It has some very deep undertones and the suspense, sentance structure, and build up- is no Twlight(no weird stalking, breaking and entering, or Emo Trash suicide loves). I had a hard time with the ""Avon Book club"" commercial vampire as I was editor for a newspaper and am a professional writer so cant stand bad writing even if the idea is good; The Hunger Games are very serious and crafted well. I loved the movie ""The Running Man"" with Arnold Swaz. ""Conan"" and Richard Dawson from ""Family Feud"" and it was basically a game show where contestants played for their lives....<br/>and this isnt too much from that.<br/>Highly recommended, even for the 30+ women!!</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3C7QCI7BGXG1H?ASIN=0439023521	My New Favorite Book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When my Lending Library refreshed, I chose The Hunger Games.  Over Christmas, I heard several people talking about how great the book was and that the movie is coming out in March.  I was told I would like the book, and that was correct!  This book was so hard to put down.  I really felt like I was in the arena with Katniss as she went through the Hunger Games.  I feel like I felt her emotions, and understood her conflicts.  I liked the characters she liked, and disliked the ones she disliked.  Now - this is obviously a young adult book, and it's not a work of literary fiction that will be read in High School English classes 50 years from now.  It's also highly predictable what is going to happen.  I figured from the very beginning that somehow Katniss was going to win the Hunger Games (after all, the book was told from a first person perspective), and somehow Peeta was going to live as well.  But, it was a fun and addicting read, and I can't wait to read the second book in the trilogy...and see the movie in March!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2936V19HE7DFT?ASIN=0439023521	it wouldnt download!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i was really looking forward to reading the hunger games books because i keep hearing how good they are,well i tried to download this book on my kindle and it wouldnt,it would only download what the chapters were but none of the literature was there,so i returned it,i called kindle support hoping to solve this issue,i tried to download it again,it would only show the book for a second but then when i went back to my home page on the kindle and tried to get back into the book again and i was having the same problem as the first time,the chapters where there but none of the story was...so once again i returned it,tried to download it again later,it still wouldnt work,so i bought 4 other different books by different authors and it downloaded just fine,so i dont know if there is just something wrong with the downloading process of that particular book or what but i wont be trying to buy it again anytime soon until they fix this problem...im sure this book is a great read,i was just having problems downloading it=-(</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2B9ERU6IBJM9Q?ASIN=0439023521	Good, But a Bit Simple for Adults	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins' ""The Hunger Games"" synthesizes equal parts of ""The<br/>Lottery"" and ""The Running Man,"" with a bit of ""Lord of the Flies""<br/>thrown in for good measure.  As a ""young adult"" novel, it suffers from<br/>a somewhat too-simplistic plot, but that plot serves as a framework<br/>for a story of Katniss' struggle between rebellion and loyalty.  She<br/>rebels against the district government by hunting in off-limit<br/>territories, out of the necessity of supporting her family.  The rules<br/>of the game force her to wrestle with loyalty to the boy also chosen<br/>from her District, who had shown her loyalty of his own, as a child,<br/>while at the same time she has to come to terms with the notion that<br/>she will ultimately have to kill him to survive, herself.  She even<br/>reaches the point where she takes the opportunity to threaten the<br/>government directly.<br/><br/>What makes this story work is the strength of its characters, who are<br/>strongly-drawn, but never quite transparent in their motives.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2N4L7423FW0RT?ASIN=0439023521	thrist-quentching	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i love the hunger games now, im obsessed! it was a very stressful book. i thought the end was sad ' ''one more time for the audience?'' asks peeta. i grip his hand dreading the moment i will have to let go.""' Katniss is a very independant character peeta is not. the whole cross-starred lovers thing made me sad when he found out she was lying part-time im sure she was un-sure about her feelings the whole time...just not the ending. i am still waiting for when i can get the next book. i am waiting for more bouncing up and down waiting for the next one. it made me nearly want to cry when i read that he got a mechanical leg im exited for the movie. i dont want there to be an ending. for everyone who has already read the first book it is amazing,yes and i think suzanne collins is writting a book about the daughter cause it said they will be casting a part for the son and daughter in the third movie. if you are not sure if you should read this i would HIGHLY suggest it.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RTXK35RW9PU05?ASIN=0439023521	Don't waste your time.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Piece of garbage.<br/>Abysmally written.<br/>Reprehensible heroine tries to kill her sister's cat, in front of her, on first page. Hate this person right off the bat, don't give a damn about her.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UFA2Q9Y375VG?ASIN=0439023521	Story is great, but pages are out of order and book itself is poorly made.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought the paperback version of the Hunger Games from Amazon for my granddaughter for Christmas.  When I asked her how she liked the story, she said she loved it, even though the pages were ""all messed up"".  I checked it out and she is correct.  Page 138 is followed by page 135.  Page 135 consists of a partially worded  sheet of paper glued to a blank sheet.  Page 135 is followed by page 140, then 145 which is repeated twice, once in its entirety and again as a partial sheet glued to another sheet.  Then comes pages 146, followed by 148.  Ultimately, all the pages are there; you just have to hunt for them.  After page 148 the pagination is back in the correct order.  I'm not sure how this occurred, but I did not buy this book as a ""seconds"", so I really expected it to be perfect, especially since it was a gift.  I'm glad she liked the story, because the quality of the book itself is definitely second rate.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPLX9BWDDKYDY?ASIN=0439023521	An easy and engaging read, but not very memorable.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I started reading this book because I saw the movie and I like it, then I read very good reviews so I decided to purchase it.<br/><br/>The story is original and engaging, and I have to say I found the character of Katniss likable and even admirable a times, but there was no personal growth or change, which in my opinion should have happened in the arena or even after the trauma she's supposed to have been through.<br/><br/>Something else I found irritating was the lack of excitement at the end, when the author could have done more work in Katniss' choices. I'm halfway through book 2 and I'm really hoping for improvement, otherwise the trilogy overall deserves a solid 3 stars, only because it's engaging an it's nicely paced...and because I'm absolutely in love with Peetas' character.<br/><br/>If you're looking for something more than a light and entertaining read tho, this is not for you.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20AG3EKXF2ECL?ASIN=0439023521	WARNING - Inconsiderate Revies	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm writing this to hopefully keel others from making the mistake of reading these reviews like I did. I came her to read some reviews after I finished the book only to find A LOT of people (idiots and a-holes) reviewing the whole series and giving away the ending without spoiler tags. If you're thinking of reading the whole series, take my advice and don't risk reading any of the reviews posted here.<br/><br/>As for the book, it was okay.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AK4JKSAHAVN7?ASIN=0439023521	ugh	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">what a foolish book and series...caters to the perverse interest of  retain women...poorly written, trite and plain stupid. n The author, however, is laughing all the way to the bank.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LE3UYA9RCVNC?ASIN=0439023521	my 14 year old loved it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My daughter loved the Gregor the Overlander books so I picked up an advanced copy of this book for her.  She is not an avid reader but finished it in a matter of several days.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1X1EACDL70W6P?ASIN=0439023521	Unbelievably Overrated!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I cannot believe the rave reviews that this book has received.  If you at all enjoy reading well-written books, please don't waste your time with this one. This book I can compare to fast food where you want a quick bite rather than a savored delicious meal. Don't get me wrong, I love a quickie at McDs every now and then. But I would not rate it as a five star restaurant!<br/><br/>I read this because I felt obligated, as it was a birthday gift. I normally don't read fictional genre. If I do, I would like the plot &amp; charcters to be believable.  This book is so far-fetched it should have been made into a cartoon and not a movie. I read the first 2 chapters, got bored and read the last chapter just to find out what happened in the end.<br/><br/>Warning:  For people who enjoy reading good quality books....don't be fooled by the reviews.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39C2GH73JJLI9?ASIN=0439023521	Ugh!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">cheapskate way to exploit fear.  Not science fiction...it has happened that the human race could do this sort of thing.  Have you forgotten the Christians and the Lions?</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRNX3VBNJQ131?ASIN=0439023521	Depressing and disturbing storyline	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wanted to see what all the hype was about, when The Hunger Games came out in movie theaters recently.  Teens in particular were raving about the movie and saying the book was even better.  So I started reading, but found the storyline very depressing and disturbing -- kept reading, hoping it would get better later, but it just got worse.  Ridiculously brutal and graphic, tortured reading.  I don't even know why I finished the book.  Hope springs eternal, I guess.  I really can't imagine going on to the next book in the series.  I suppose analysis and underlying messages and themes could be conjured up, but I was too busy groaning about the obvious to be able to contemplate any deeper message.  I wouldn't recommend reading this unless your life is so filled with happiness that you are bored and need some nightmares.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SNEP5OFHBLOJ?ASIN=0439023521	Another perspective	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As a fan of books that allow me to escape the work a day world, I had heard much about this series.  It is certainly a quick read--easily read in about six or seven hours.  The book merits special recognition for a novel plot, but I must admit that I was disappointed.  The writing was terrible, or maybe it was the editing because someone should have fixed the annoying switches between first person and third person narrative.  For example, in the first chapter, it reads ""I prop myself up on one elbow.""  It seems to me properly this should have been written ""I propped myself up on one elbow.""  I could have wrote this off to style, but later in the book this ""style"" switches between the two forms.  I find it very difficult read something from a ""writer"" that has such poor grammar.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWKM5GJJ3NXAV?ASIN=0439023521	Not Only for Young Adults	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins is a dystopian novel writ­ten for young adults (YA). Even though the main audi­ence tar­geted, the book has struck chords with par­ents as well and has been a best seller since it came out.<br/><br/>North Amer­ica has been destroyed and is now run by the pow­er­ful Cap­i­tal and is dev­ided into 12 dis­tricts (dis­trict 13 has been destroyed due to a rebel­lion). In dis­trict 12 ace hunter Kat­niss Everdeen, a 16 year old girl, carves out a mea­ger exis­tences for her­self, her younger sis­ter Prim and their wid­owed mother. In order to keep the 12 dis­tricts aware of who runs the county, the Cap­i­tal arranges a game to the death each year in an elab­o­rate arena. Each dis­tricts holds a draw­ing of one boy and one girl to go as trib­utes. When her sis­ter is picked, Kat­niss exer­cises her option to vol­un­teer for the games. Along with Kat­niss comes also Peeta, the baker's son, who grew up with her.<br/><br/>Kat­niss and Peeta must fend for them­selves against nat­ural ele­ments, the Gamemak­ers and the other con­tes­tants whose only option is to kill or be killed.<br/><br/>I'll admit it, I read The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins because my wife did and I didn't... we can't have that now.<br/>Can we?<br/><br/>I can cer­tainly see why the book was such a hit. The novel struck many chords and many themes (teenage anguish, love, work, poverty and more), was an easy and quick read, as well as full of action.<br/><br/>Ms. Collins built a fan­tas­ti­cal and believ­able world where the United States is no more and instead the coun­try is now called Panem which is run from ""The Cap­i­tal"" and divided into 12 dis­tricts. The story pro­gresses quickly and flu­ently with well defined char­ac­ters who have lame names.<br/>Don't tell me that the baker's son is named Peeta (Pita) by accident.<br/><br/>I can cer­tainly under­stand how the YA crowd fell head over heels for this novel.<br/><br/>For me though, and I under­stand per­fectly well I'm not the tar­get audi­ence, the love tri­an­gle was cliché but I loved the vio­lence and speed of this novel. The con­stant sus­pense kept me turn­ing page after page as, I assume, most of those who read the book. Once I got over my name prej­u­dice, I even liked the pro­tag­o­nist - a bow and arrow female Wil­helm Tell, how can you not like her?<br/><br/>Ms. Collins' prose is effi­cient in a no-nonsense style filled with dry humor which causes the book to become addic­tive. Like any good story, you are immersed in the uni­verse built around you, yet you know it is not real but you can't stop reading.<br/><br/>That being said, there were some aspects of the book which were too con­ve­nient, when Kat­niss babysits Peeta the sec­ond half of the book, the stuff she needs floats down from the sky, that might be pass­able for the intended audi­ence, but not for me. Also the end­ing was a bit dis­ap­point­ing, I espe­cially dis­liked the mutated were­wolves but, since this is part of an extremely suc­cess­ful tril­ogy and the audi­ence cer­tainly stuck around to find out what hap­pens - who am I to say anything?</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HYPJ8YW1U14R?ASIN=0439023521	Absolutely Horrible	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The biggest flaw in this book is the premise for the story.  We are to assume people keep on having kids and keep on giving them up for annual killfests in this morally depraved dystopia??  The author talks of previous rebellions and the destruction of District 13, but I'm afraid the reader needs more than something that happened historically to believe in this nonsense.  The author builds nothing in the immediate other than Gale's disgust with Capitol and the Avox couple who ran away from Capitol.  I expected the story to unfold where our heroine figures out a weakness in Capitol that she might use in rebellion in later books.  I really thought name choices were ridiculous: Katniss? Gale? Prim?  I mean I know we're in the future ...  And the muttations in the end were absolutely 1970s Star Trek LAUGHABLE.<br/><br/>Basic storytelling: Every story has a protagonist and an antagonist.  In this story the antagonist is the city of Capitol with it's brutal regime of starving people and its annual killsfest of CHILDREN.  A story arc must follow the protagonist's adventure of standing up against the antagonist and having some kind of victory.  One might argue that Katniss suicide bluff to save Peeta's life and her winning the Hunger Games was her victory.  But that is only a victory on the antagonist's terms.  It is no victory whatsoever for the brutal regime that continues.  One must look at this book on its own, not as part of a trilogy.  On its own, it offers no hint of hope for the people of the Districts and I think that's a serious flaw in the plot.<br/><br/>I also felt the whole fake-a-romance for the audience thing was silly.  Imagine, if you will, a world where depraved people enjoy watching children kill one another. You have to be sociopathic. Would those same people also want to see a romance unfold?  Since Collins doesn't paint her antagonist very clearly these inconsistencies are hard to swallow.<br/><br/>Young Adult Fiction is the largest growing genre in literature, since Harry Potter and the Twilight series.  Sadly, since children and young adults are psychologically still figuring out how to manage their emotions and figuring out their identity, they're going to eat this sensationalistic crap up like it's candy.  Another reviewer put it perfectly by saying this book is like candy floss that melts on your tongue and never quite makes it to the stomach.  100% agreed !!  I think I'll save myself time and just read the plot synopsis for Collins other two books on Wikipedia.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OFF8AOZ8AN5X?ASIN=0439023521	I know I'm in the minority here.....	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Audio/YA Thriller: Wow, what a hot mess of other books: Bachman's Running Man<a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Running-Man/dp/0451197968"">The Running Man</a>, Jackson's The Lottery,<a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Lottery-and-Other-Stories/dp/0374529531"">The Lottery and Other Stories</a> Nolan &amp; Johnson's Logan's Run,<a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Logan-s-Run/dp/0552084786"">Logan's Run</a> Takami's Battle Royale,<a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Battle-Royale/dp/156931778X"">Battle Royale</a> Ikegami's Shangri-La, and Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet. <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Romeo-and-Juliet/dp/B004H1T9HS"">Romeo and Juliet</a><br/><br/>I had a lot of issues with the beginning of the book.  The mother, who has survived in this gloomy world her whole life, falls apart after the death of her husband, making her oldest daughter the head of the family. Katniss, who has no problems in the archery department, can bring home fresh game to eat.  I may have been reading too many apocalyptic novels lately, but this world has too many problems with it. There has been a world war and a civil war.  The aftermath is one utopia city with 11 poorer cities to support it.<br/><br/>You're probably saying right now, ""Girrrl, how can ""The Ruins"", a novel about a plant where you just have to believe ""it is"", be your favorite book and you can't let the science in this one go""?  My answer is, it's not just the science that there are grains, fruits, and vegetables in a world that has seen three cataclysmic events, it's the sociology of between the haves &amp; have-nots.  I also have issue with the lack of time between the wars and the ""punishment"" the other colonies receive verses the complacency of society. The poor colonies are not allowed to travel, but see the wealth of the Capitol when viewing the Hunger Games.  They see contestants hurt and near death after the Games and get healed within days; gluttony of Capitol citizens in dress and food.  The Capitol gives the colonies no spare food (farming, trade, and hunting are illegal) and there is no medical help. However, education is not illegal.<br/><br/>My biggest peeves: First, I did not like that the prying eyes of the Capitol cameras that were there as Katniss stands naked before adults and being examined for her fitness.  (Cameras are everywhere)  I don't know which was more creepier, that the adults had no problem doing it, or that Katniss let them.  Second, there is no ending.  I understand this is a trilogy, but a well written book would give the reader some sense of closure. Instead, the ending is a cliffhanger of waiting for the other shoe to fall.<br/><br/>While I did like the Hunger Game scenes, I felt the editor should have started the book at the beginning of the Game and used flash-backs to explain how Katniss got there and went on from there.  It would have been more effective because by the time Katniss tells her memories, they are trivial because we already know everything.  The end result was that narration had no theme or foreshadowing.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPX5148S7PYTQ?ASIN=0439023521	Easy Read - But Sort of Boring	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The whole plot was good enough to keep my attention. So after hearing people around me, others on the Internet, praise the entire series - I just had to read it. After that I read Catching Fire, book two of The Hunger Games, then Mockingjay - book three of The Hunger Games. To be honest, no, I didn't finish reading the last book. So depressing, and Katniss' hero act was getting old, when it shouldn't because she's the heroine of the story, she should be the one with ""annoying"" traits that never get old! But that's another review for another time.<br/><br/>  *****POSSIBLE SPOILERS - READ AT OWN RISK*****<br/><br/>After seeing lots of fanart of this, I thought I'd be in for a very, very violent ride - dark, too. But I was disappointed! I'm not gonna lie: I like my stories violent and twisted at times. And that's the main reason for me picking up this book. It was quite boring. Like that whole BS in the Capitol, yeah, waste of time to read. I don't want to read about a bunch of death-destined teens being spoiled right before they're shipped off to have at each other with weapons in the woods. First of all, when someone said Katniss is the girl on fire - I was really expecting her to have been actually lit on fire. Or had done something totally insane to be called a girl on fire. But no. Katniss got her nickname from waving and blowing kisses to the Capitol's morons in a chariot ride wearing a dress that was up in flames . . . on purpose. Peeta was on fire, too, wasn't he? Why wasn't he called the boy or guy on fire? Because he didn't kiss up to the crowd? Katniss, I thought, hated the Capitol - and yet she blows kisses and waves at its residents before they watch her kill and/or possibly be killed for entertainment on live TV?<br/><br/>To me that seems like a shallow way to be a ""girl on fire"". More like the girl who kissed up to the Capitol. After the Capitol stuff was over, we *finally* get to the Games themselves. The Games were a drag. We know there's supposed to be a lot of action/violence going on, but yet Katniss never gets caught up in it, so we don't get to read about it. The whole thing was basically Katniss hiding from the Careers, and when they weren't looking, do something that almost kills herself. Like the tracker jacker nest, blowing up the Careers' food supply that made her go deaf in one ear until the Games were over. Then, of course, we get to read about the fight over the orange backpack - stupid. The whole thing was almost Katniss dodging the Careers. Rue's death didn't make me cry. I didn't know her long enough to have any emotion for her. Just because she lived in strict District 11 doesn't make me feel anything for her. Then we get to see Katniss do something she should've been doing this whole time: killing. She shoots the Career in the neck. Then sings Rue to sleep? But she actually just dies and Katniss puts a bunch of pretty flowers around her head? Okay. Then we get to spend days with fire girl Katniss and a hurt Peeta in a cave kissing and lying and pretending to be in love - for their sake.<br/><br/>Then Katniss gets nerve and goes to fetch a bag with her District 12 number on it. Am I the only one who wanted Clove to give our little fire girl a lesson? Aka death. The whole book was, after the Capitol stuff, Katniss surviving another night. When all she needed to do was get food and water, hide a little better, and she'd be fine. Then these mutant dogs that look like the dead Tributes arrive out of nowhere and threaten head Career Cato, girl on fire Katniss, and hurt bread boy, Peeta, lives. Katniss does kill Cato, after the mutts do all the damaging work, though, of course. Then the rules change and they both can win - what?! But that's after they decide they won't kill each other and decide to eat Katniss' posion nightlock berries. Which doesn't harm them.<br/><br/>Now all of a sudden in the next book, Catching Fire, Katniss is a rebel all because she almost ate the nightlock berries? The girl who shot an arrow at the Gamemakers because she didn't have their attention? The girl who wore a dress on fire - suck-up girl? The girl who did nothing to deserve to be Victor? Yes, that Katniss Everdeen. Sigh.<br/><br/>But don't worry, Katniss is even annoying before the Games. Suzanne Collions, the author of this fine piece of literature, gave Katniss the perfect Mary Sue background: her father died when she was young and she had to hunt to fend for herself, her little sister, and her depressed mother. So we're already supposed to believe that Katniss Everdeen is a force to be reckoned with. And do not get me started about the Reaping! Where Katniss races to the stage screaming Prim's name, little sister, and making herself look like a fool. Idiot, she's an Everdeen! She'd just have to wave and blow kisses at the crowd while wearing a dress in flames, shoot an arrow at the Gamemakers' table because she's an attention whore, and almost eat nightlock to survive and win with Peeta.<br/><br/>How'd this review become a rant? Oh, and the new Gale-Katniss-Peeta storyline got old after the first book. Main point: Katniss is a lame heroine, it's far from dangerous, and most of it is boring - just Katniss surviving.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMDKMP01LUMA8?ASIN=0439023521	Doesn't live up to its potential.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'll get the good stuff out of the way. You will refuse to put down The Hunger Games. It's a rapidly paced suspense thriller that puts you in the midst of the action with clever action and a fully fleshed out main duo. The action scenes are realistic, brutal and unrelenting. You should know the plot already, but if you don't, imagine Gary Paulsen's ""Hatchet"" fused with Kôshun Takami's ""Battle Royale.""<br/><br/>There, now onto the not-so-great parts. The tone is awkward at best. For example, in the first third, the players are preparing to be sent into gladiatoral combat against their will, but the main character spends too much of that time admiring how wonderful she looks after a makeover. The pace keeps you entranced, but there's no real dramatic weight after the lottery scene at the beginning. It's unfitting, but forgivable. The really annoying part is what happens when the games actually start.<br/><br/>There are only three real characters in the book, (the leads and their mentor,) everyone else is just a walking young adult novel cliche. The kitten-like little girl, the snarky female villain, the big scary main villain, and his nameless henchman is the most complex we get in terms of character development. On top of that, the narrator goes on and on about how she's so afraid of the possibility of having to fight her friends, but it never happens, the book never follows up on the intense moral dillema and that it promises so frequently. In the end, it's just about the good guys vs. the bad guys, which makes the whole thing predictable. Once we meet the other competitors, you can make a checklist in your head of which ones you're going to see die and when. It's better than most quick, light reading, but some originality wouldn't have hurt.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ATC11ICA8UF5?ASIN=0439023521	A gripping read -- but the author takes one wrong turn	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was one of those read-it-while-walking-down-the-sidewalk books.  It was that compelling.  A masterful job.  Well -- almost all of it.  Some reviewers, I know, had a basic problem with the premise: How can a ritual so horrific, so brutal and cruel, play as entertainment to so many seemingly sane people?  To answer, I point you to . . . a big chunk of the 20th century.  People, alas, have sunk this low before.  My problem with the book -- and let me be clear and point out that it is my ONLY problem with this otherwise outstanding thriller -- is that the author makes a strategic decision about two thirds of the way through the book that I thought was a bit of a cheat.  I'm not going to spell it out.  That'd be giving it away.  But come back here after you've read the book and you'll understand what I'm talking about.  In short, she sets up a certain dilemma -- a seemingly unsolvable dilemma -- and it's clear that this is going to create, at some point, a great deal of tension and soul searching.  Then, poof, the dilemma is gone, just like that.  What ultimately happens is not surprising (as one of the main characters explicitly notes), and to her credit, the author does try to get that tension back in.  But it doesn't quite kick.  I think things would have played out better if Collins simply let things run the way we expected them to from the start (I'm sorry if I'm being coy here; I really don't want to ruin this book for anyone).  Unfortunately, this really isn't an isolated situation, either.  Each time this same key dilemma -- and the same tension and moral quandary it will raise -- plays out (and it does several times in the book, but one instance is far more significant than the others), it is conveniently resolved.  Tension is what makes a thriller.  By letting it play out more, Collins could have made a nailbiting thriller a truly unforgettable and almost unbearable one.<br/><br/>My only other comment is a cautionary note of sorts.  This book is considered a ""teen"" read.  But keep in mind, it's incredibly violent, and heavily populated with characters who have no problem or qualms with incredible, pointless violence (well, I suppose there is a point, but it's a rather disturbing one).  Parents may want to consider that before picking this up for the youngins.  I'm 44, grew up on Stephen King books, and frankly, this book was a lot for me to digest.  That said, I'm going to eagerly digest the next two volumes.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2O86YGLNLRS9I?ASIN=0439023521	a book that has room for improvement	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">In the book, The Hunger Games, Suzanne Collins tells of how twenty-four teenagers fight to the death.  Panem is a new country where North America used to be located. Panem is made up of a capital and the twelve districts surrounding it.  Katniss, a resourceful teenage girl volunteers to compete in the hunger games as a tribute, when her younger sister, Prim, is chosen to be the female fighter for district twelve.  Katniss is forced to compete against twenty-three other teenagers, including Peeta, a boy from her own district.<br/> Eventually, the Hunger Games begin, after many parties that the tributes are forced to attend.  The Games start at a gigantic cornucopia filled with food and weaponry supplies.  Katniss gets a backpack and runs into the forest.  Katniss has an advantage over the others, because she is used to hunger, unlike most of the other districts.  About half of the tributes die the first day, because they were killed by other tributes.<br/> As the days pass, more tributes die.  Katniss pairs up with Rue, a little girl from District Eleven, who is a lot like her sister, Prim.  Rue dies when she is impaled by a spear.  Then Katniss partners up with Peeta, who is injured, and they continue to fight the others until they are the only two fighters left.<br/>  I think that The Hunger Games is a book that has room for improvement.  The Hunger Games is a good idea, but I don't like the way the author organizes the story.  I think that it is really boring, and predictable that whenever Katniss needs something, that item falls from the sky.  When she gets burned, the burn-medicine falls from the sky.  When she gets hungry, a loaf of bread falls from the sky. And when Peeta gets injured, she goes to pick up a backpack that has medicine for him.  I think that Suzanne Collins' idea of writing this story in the first person point of view was a bad choice.  The character, Katniss, could not see everywhere, so the reader cannot understand what is going on.  Also, you cannot understand what is happening in the districts and the capital.  First person point of view helps the reader understand what is going on in Katniss' head, but not much else.<br/> I liked the future age setting, because it puts things into perspective, because our world could turn out like that.  The werewolf beasts and the tracker-jacker bees are also very cool things that Suzanne Collins invented to put into her story.  I liked the fact that the book cover shows a mocking jay, to symbolize the people making fun of the capital, and starting a rebellion.  I would recommend this book to other teenagers who like futuristic action stories.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3D5GILRDMMU82?ASIN=0439023521	Good but not that good...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Here are the good things about this book:<br/>1. It has a good pace<br/>2. The descriptions are good<br/>3. The ending takes you by surprise<br/>4. Katniss has a heartwarming devotion to her sister<br/>5. Katniss is a strong independent person who isn't annoying<br/><br/>Here are the bad things about this book:<br/>1. The love triangle. A nice chunk of the book is Katniss saying Peeta or Gale? Gale or Peeta? To the point where it just gets annoying.<br/>2. Alot of the book is just Katniss thinking to herself. A little is enough, too much is too much.<br/>3. The story is pretty much just Survivor add in gruesome violent scenes plus a dash of an annoying love triangle a sprinkle of awkward naked scenes and a pinch of hoplessness through out the book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31LNU48SNMNHA?ASIN=0439023521	So good.. so bad..	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What other people have said about the book is true - it definitely reads like it's targeted for a middle-school audience, and plot is predictable; but then again, I felt the same way about the first Harry Potter book.  However, much the same way, Hunger Games was an interesting page turner.  Even if I knew what was going to happen next.. I still wanted to read how it actually played out.<br/><br/>It's a simple story, but it's a very good story.  The one thing I would change about it is the last 2 pages, where the author clearly is hoping to extend the book into a series, rather than wrapping up all lingering questions into a satisfying ride-off-into-the-sunset.  This sort of tarnished the whole thing for me.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13YC184ENQFS9?ASIN=0439023521	Overall a great, quick read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As you may have noticed, the description for this book is quite vague.  Going into the read, I was unsure what to think.  It turns out that the book is a great read and really is hard to put down.  I finished the whole thing in one weekend and only stopped when I absolutely had to.<br/><br/>I prefer to stay away from any plot elements when reviewing books, so I will just say that anybody who enjoys suspenseful novels will enjoy this book.  The book will be enjoyed by both kids and adults.  I am rating this book at 4/5 becasue there are some minor details in the story that aren't fully explained, or don't quite make sense, but I really cannot detail these any further without going into spoiler territory.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R96S8752SLWL?ASIN=0439023521	"""I volunteer as tribute..."""	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins' The Hunger Games is a haunting and cliffhanging start to her trilogy. In a land once known as North America, thirteen districts uprise against their Capitol. Tweleve were defeated, the thirteenth destroyed. As a symbolism of power to the districts, the Capitol hosts the annual Hunger Games, taking a boy and girl from each one and having them fight to death.<br/>Katniss' younger sister, Prim, is named tribute.<br/>Katniss volunteers.<br/>Performing various stunts against the Capitol, Katniss bends the rules, keeping the other tribute alive.<br/>She either wins or dies.<br/>May the odds ever be in your favor.<br/>Let the Hunger Games begin.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3EJVVLQ1U7XI2?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book, Hated the Ending	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Once I got past the book being told in present tense and that all the dialogue is followed by 'says' (it read awkwardly for the longest), the story pulled me in. I felt the characters' pain, winced at the dystopian world, and never wanted the story to stop.<br/><br/>Then, I got to the end and begged it to stop. Once the game is over, the story should have ended. The rest of the book is boring. Yes, there were lots of loose ends to tie up, but I was done by then. Done enough that I've haven't been interested in reading either of the sequels, so I can't comment on them.<br/><br/>No matter if you're a Young Adult or an old adult, you'll probably enjoy this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3EE2DGOMW95FI?ASIN=0439023521	highly recommended!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I first heard of this book while viewing Stephenie Meyers ""Twilight"" webpage. Meyers had post on her page about this book and how wonderful it was. She encouraged her fans and fellow readers to pick this book up A.S.A.P. I am such a huge fan of Meyers that I instantly ordered The Hunger Game.  Once the book arrived I could not put it down!!!<br/><br/>It is very science fiction with a thrilling plot and memorable characters. If you enjoyed the Twilight Saga and The Host by Meyers you will love this book! I highly recommend it!!! Even if you are not a Twilight fan, but do enjoy a good sci-fi read, you will love this out of this world story.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39V81JVT53BY5?ASIN=0439023521	Unsympathetic characters + boring storyline = Boring book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">In the distant future, the place we call North America has changed and is now called Panem.  From the capitol, the government rules through fear, forcing the twelve districts it governs to hand over two of it children from the ages twelve to eighteen to participate in the Hungar Games; the players must fight to survive or die.  When Kantiss's sister gets selected in the lottery, Kantiss asks to take her place.<br/><br/>Kantiss comes from District 12, which is not as well off as some of the other districts, and since the death of her father, it has been up to Kantiss to take care of her mother and younger sister.<br/><br/>I found the storyline unbelieveable, and the characters unsympathetic.  As a character, I didn't buy into Kantiss at all; she seemed clueless for someone who, in my opinion, has a high intelligence.  A lot of the vocabulary that she used just made her that more unbelieveable; granted she went to school, but it seemed like she would be more interested in taking care of her family than getting anything out of her schooling.<br/><br/>The book is told in first person, present tense.  While I think telling the story in the first person was the only way to tell the story, I don't think telling it in the present tense worked.  Was the author trying to create some measure of suspense?  If that was the case, it didn't work.  I found myself skipping over portions of this book, just to get further along in it.  I am surprised that I actually finished this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LDN27T2QVEKL?ASIN=0439023521	Might have been 5 star, but...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book had the potential to be a five star book, and it would have been, except for the unnecesary gore presented in it.  It is true that some of the deaths were necessary to the plot of the book, but a few were not, and in quite a few cases the deaths were potrayed quite nastily when it was not necessary.<br/><br/>Apart from that, this book is really quite wonderfull.  The plot is engaging, the fight scenes incredible, and the psychological fight against the government is riveting.  There is also a touch of romance, which is not too overdone and contributes well to the book as a whole.  I definetly reccomend this book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9JE1L7APVJYZ?ASIN=0439023521	Horrible plot and writing - enjoyable storyline	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">While I cannot stand the Twilight books - I am not a huge fan of the Hunger Games books, either. I do not think the books were well written, I do not feel that most of the characters were developed, and I think the author dove into heavy subjects with little regard to the general YA audience. An example of this that comes to mind is how the author does not deal with morality the same from character to character and while, at 25 I understand the book is fiction, a young adult will certainly have problems. I hope that all parents that see their children reading these books will read them to be able to discuss the topics with them.<br/><br/>I also did not like Katniss. I did not find her as a strong character (given, no one can portray a weak female lead as Stephanie Meyer does, ""oh Edward, oh Edward - I cannot live without you!""). I did, however, love Peeta but I feel as if his character was not developed well, at all. I felt as if I barely knew him and it might be because it was written in present tense.<br/><br/>Part of my negative analysis might have to do with the hype, that I expected too much. I have a feeling that my undying love for Lois Lowry's The Giver (a YA book that I read yearly) and Huxley's Brave New World (along with Orwell's 1984) has to do with my negative opinion. I am extremely interested in topics relating to a future society and I feel as if the Hunger Games left some gaping holes and could not hold up to these classics. (Gaping hole - you really want me to believe they'd have the ability to do invisible hovercrafts but not install better surveillance?)</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DNNCOQTP47JU?ASIN=0439023521	Disappointing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I ran across this book online and got caught up in the story, so I purchased it so I could finish it. I was sooo disappointed. Not in the ending (which it doesn't really even have), but in the way it was written. There was so much room for suspense that was simply written off. Yes, there was a lot of excitement, but I hated the situation with Cato at the end of the Games - mostly because of the wolf-humans. That just didn't flow with the rest of the book. I get the mockingjays, and those killer insects, but not the wolf-humans. That was just dumb. I also didn't like that there were so many of the characters that were never fully developed. I understand that there are arguments for each of the things that I don't really care for, but this is just my opinion. I also expected to hear more from the sponsors. There was a lot built up about them, but then they really didn't do much. The confrontation with the packs with each district's number on it was disappointing as well. It all went by too quickly. They would have spent more time trying to figure out how to catch each other getting their packs. I was also hoping to see more ingeniuity used as far as traps and things go - just from how she led up to the games talking about it so much - at least more than one net and one booby trap using land mines.<br/><br/>I guess I wanted the book to be longer and more detailed, focusing on the time spent on the woods. Sometimes it seemed like the author just wanted to say that they were dead and move on.<br/><br/>Did anyone else see it this way?</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OVHZZ9KCG21S?ASIN=0439023521	It was ok, nothing special	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Collins paints a nice picture of a desolate world, but there's about there things ended for me.  I was not a fan of the whole premise of the book. I really don't want to say much without stating spoilers.  People have told me you must read the other books to understand. Why? Why do I need to read the next books in the series to understand the first?  That doesn't make sense.<br/><br/>There were some good highlights in the book, I mean some parts where I could not put it down at night to see where it was going.  I guess I was just looking for more.  Some parts of the book felt very amateurish, which was a turn off.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UB3RRW0NOGGE?ASIN=0439023521	Three Stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Too violent for teens</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JLHPQDMF94WC?ASIN=0439023521	I'd give it no stars if I could....	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I hated it. I know there are lots of others out there who loved this book, but I hated it. I couldn't put it down &amp; I hated it.<br/><br/>I thought this would be a book like <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/A-Thousand-Splendid-Suns/dp/159448385X"">A Thousand Splendid Suns</a> - I struggled to read that brutal, beautiful book, but felt the redeeming feelings at the end made the journey worth it. ""Hunger Games"" was not like that for me.<br/><br/>*spoiler alert*<br/><br/>It is essentially a book about an enslaved nation governed by masters so unfeeling that they use children (12 to 18) in a yearly gladiator-type, fight-to-the-death contest as entertainment. Each year a boy &amp; girl are chosen from each district to participate in the 'hunger games'. They are brought to the capital to be pampered, paraded, fed &amp; ultimately judged on their ability to win. Sponsors are sought, wagers are placed &amp; the children begin the fight for their lives. The masters, constantly watching the contest unfold, influence the outcome by sending silver parachutes to their favorites with needed medicine, supplies, food - as a reward for spicing up the drama or a thrilling kill.<br/><br/>The whole thing is barbaric (which I'm sure is the point) and distasteful. I had hoped for a  paradigm shift or something to change the feeling of the book as it came to an end. It didn't happen. I was left with a dark, yucky feeling at the end. I don't plan on reading the other 2 in the series - I have no desire to spend my time hoping the next book ends better. I found nothing redeeming in cruelty for cruelty's sake - which is my take on the plot line. And I'm a little discouraged that so many have loved this book - what does that say about my fellow readers - or me?</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIM355HGMO76D?ASIN=0439023521	blink	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i'm being reviwed for the hunger games? Oh. What i tell you now is an opinion. I have read the hunger games book but seriously, i never liked then. read the rest of the review if you action books but not gore and....romance<br/><br/>In the first book there was katniss and her father had died in the mine and she had to take care of her family. Now on the hunger games games, she was chosen to be thr female to fight in the games. and well....i wont tell you anymore.<br/>but if you like at least on book a little it would be the 2nd<br/><br/>goodbye and thanks for reading</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GPK1O2GPW2WO?ASIN=0439023521	Nope.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Don't waste your time.  For the younger group.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TCEQQB235ENK?ASIN=0439023521	Beware Amazon selling all three books packaged together!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I did not know that Book II / Catching Fire (2009) and Book III / Mockingjay (2010) were not yet released in paperback editions.  Only The Hunger Games (2008) Book I has been released in paperback edition.  Amazon misleads the buyer by not stating Book II and III are published by a different publisher other than Scholastic and it comes in Large Print.  If you like Large Print then it might be worth you money, for myself I am returning all three books UPS and heading over to Barnes &amp; Noble tonight and buying the all three books in hardcover editions.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OHQ1E712K991?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent book. Very engaging from the start. It quickly became my obsession and I could hardly put it down till the end of book three. I really like the main character Katniss. She's complex, sometimes dark, often fearless, sometimes vulnerable, and wicked cool with a bow. It's also more than a typical action story or love story. Things aren't neatly resolved and the tension whether it's a love triangle, or a survival vs. compassion, or simply the conflicting feelings of a sixteen year old girl keep things interesting. Can't wait for the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18RFGYZOZKSLT?ASIN=0439023521	The Odds are definintely in favor of this book :)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i wont go into many details as there are many reviews that spotlight the storyline and main elements of the books. all i can say is that after i started reading the first book , i found myself finishing the third in three days (including work and university). i would stay up till 4 am not bearing the thought of putting the book down. the author walks a fine line between horror and glory, victory and despair with pivotal events that shape the book every few pages. this is by far one of the best reads i've enjoyed in a very very long time :)</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1C5LRDILSPKD8?ASIN=0439023521	Lacking in plot, style, and meaning.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Written in first person, Hunger Games has little mystery and does not manage to tease my emotions. Katniss has a limited emotional range and personality. Characters had little effect on Katniss herself. The book has little epiphany moments, mysteries, or any symbolism. I feel bad teens read this instead of many other books that have been controversial classics in the past. I don't Hunger Games this one becoming a classic like Harry Potter. In 8 years people will have moved on and forgotten this series. Watch the movie instead.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNYDK59P0INS6?ASIN=0439023521	everyone sould read this amazing book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is absoltely one of the best books ive ever read. Suzanne Collins did an amazing job sending a message about the evil of the capitol and the hunger game, with just enouggh humour andromance to balance it out. I feel so deeply for Kattniss and her struggles as she tries to make it out of the games alive while also dealing with peetea and his love for her. I have read this book multiple times and I like it even more every time I read it. I would recommend this to annyone because it is such an amazing book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GLZHG57V41J9?ASIN=0439023521	Love Hunger Games!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What could possibly be said about Hunger Games that hasn't already been said? Suzanne Collins paints a dystopian future that's easy to get swept away in. I watched the movie ""Battle Royale"" before reading Hunger Games, and yes, the stories are similar. Children and selected to participate in ""the hunger games"" where they are forced to fight to the death. Move over Edward and Bella, because Katniss and Peeta are an unforgettable pair!<br/><br/>Apart from Harry Potter, there is no young adult series better than The Hunger Games!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RR40IVRZMSFVG?ASIN=0439023521	Could not put this book down!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wanted to read the book before I saw the movie and since it comes out tomorrow, 3/23/12, I figured I could do it in two nights. Well, it didn't take me two nights, I read it in 5 hours. I could not stop reading this book. I have never been so engrossed in a book. I actually welled up when one of the characters died, won't say who, but those who have read it probably know who I'm talking about.I would recommend this book and I would have given it more stars if possible. I can't wait to get started on the second one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39KUUBJOH1D1X?ASIN=0439023521	In the thumbs down column	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Add me to the minority who did not find any redeeming factors in this book. If I spend my time reading, I hope to be entertained, educated, or enlightened. I found nothing close to this in The Hunger Games. With effort I finished reading it hoping something would put me in a positive frame of mind, but I snapped the cover shut with a bad taste in my mouth. When our teenagers find this a wonderful book, we are in deep trouble. Don't waste your time or money on this one. I certainly don't intend to read any further.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSLZ25PRPIZPN?ASIN=0439023521	Not for kids!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Scholastic recommends this book for seventh graders:-(  Sorry about those who don't mind that this book can be ""engaging"" and still be brutal.  Parents be prepared to discuss this book with your kids and be sure to read it first!</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RL7F1VW6FYAGY?ASIN=0439023521	Based on Camster Events,but with an imaginative twist	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Coming straight from the Paul Camster series based on the same events,the idea of teens pitched against each other by the old`Book of Sports` scenario gets more of a Sci-Fi twist than it had originally,so it could be a clever departure-so which is best?<br/>Paul Camster is slightly ahead in realistic treatment of real events at:<br/><a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Apocalypse-Third-Edition/dp/B006F29BFW"">Apocalypse Third Edition</a><br/><a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Messiah-Stone/dp/B005BYS1ZG"">The Messiah Stone</a><br/><a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/CRIME-PUNISHMENT/dp/B005KRC7HC"">CRIME&amp;PUNISHMENT</a><br/><a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/THE-MASTER-THERION/dp/B005H7UYYI"">THE MASTER THERION</a></span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1P2NXYW8HD4OM?ASIN=0439023521	Poorly written entertainment for adolescent girls	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As a 31 year old man I was looking for something stupid to read after finishing some serious books on science and history. I wanted something fun. And this was it. The hunger games is about a self absorbed teenage girl, who mopes around thinking that she is sacrificing everything for everyone else while her actions speak to a stronger and braver soul.<br/><br/>I really dislike the writing at times, it's so frustrating when the internal dialog says things like, ""This must be how birds feel, except birds are free and I'm the opposite."" I'm paraphrasing from memory but still, seriously? That is not writing it's clichéd and unnecessary, so is a lot of the writing in the book.<br/><br/>If you get over the terrible writing style you will find a highly entertaining, fast paced adventure. That is why I'll give it 3 stars (If ""Ender's Game"" is 5stars) for a scifi novel. What makes good story telling is the ability to make the reader want to continue, I mean every chapter ends with a ""cliff hanger"" I think one chapter literally ended with the protagonist hanging on a tree branch for her very life. Good story telling bad writing, enjoy it.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RPSWHE7NSA4R?ASIN=0439023521	A Kids review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">frankly, im amazed that this book even got published. It was recommended to me my  practically everyone i knew, so i went ahead and gave it a shot. Boy, were they wrong. The first (at least) 1/3 of the book, absolutely nothing happened. I find Katniss to be extremely unlikable, shes very flat, but at times can also be overly-dramatic. The story is crudely violent, and not very well written. I would not suggest this book to anyone; unless theyre looking for an un-original snoozefest.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQ8L9OIXL73X9?ASIN=0439023521	Ugh	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought this book and read it just to see what the hype was all about... doing so lessened my faith in humanity somewhat.<br/><br/>It's not a good book.  It is written in a witty and modern style that moves super quickly, kinda like the TV Commercial version of a novel.  I hope this isn't the future of writing...<br/><br/>Yes, it had me turning the pages really quick, and could be hard to put down at times.  The author does a lot of technical things very right.<br/><br/>But at the end of the day, the main character is annoying at best and simply not believable at worst.  And not just the the main character, but most every character behaved in a way that just didn't seem believable.  They behaved in a way that advanced the plot very well, but not how you'd expect real people to behave.  I grew to dislike almost every character because of it.  And I also found myself shaking my head and facepalming throughout.<br/><br/>(and yes, I know it's for a younger audience, but so was Harry Potter and many other excellent books... that's no excuse)</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2I8EDICGQANVI?ASIN=0439023521	Worst book ever.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fantasy is suppose to take us to a realm beyond our normal reach in life. I've heard how amazing this book series is , and to say the least I'm not impressed at all. I know you have to keep twist and turns to keep people interested , but in this case it was momentarily terrible. We live in a sick enough world who this of things like this. I refuse to support anything to do with hunger games. I want to know what inspires someone to write something like this.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ODMOVIIF3LTB?ASIN=0439023521	ADDICTING, EXTREMELY HARD TO STOP READING.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is one of the best books I've read. It got me not from the first sentence, but from the first word. The rest is history, I couldn't put it down. The narration is excellent! It actually made me suffer and worry about the main characters until the very end. I Looooved the ending. I immediately ordered the other two books in the series. I'm presently counting the hours for them to arrive. Thank you Suzanne Collins!! This is the type of book I always love!</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HX204CQDAWCZ?ASIN=0439023521	Completely Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was soo suprised that i liked this book.<br/><br/>I started reading this book a while ago, and i stopped at about 50 pages, and i kinda forgot about it.<br/><br/>Yesterday i decided to continue, because some of my friends told me that it gets soo much better.<br/><br/>They were soo right!<br/><br/>I read about 300 pages last night because I couldnt put it down, and i finished the whole book (I was up until 4 in the morning)<br/><br/>You have to read it!<br/><br/>I'm officially addicted :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3M6DEEHTK68NA?ASIN=0439023521	SCARY	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">TOO SCARY FOR ME</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2OSJAI4Q97GB0?ASIN=0439023521	amazing book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am not usually one to read fiction, I'm more of a technical reader.  This book is amazing though.  It didn't take long for me to get hooked, in fact I read half of the book all in one sitting.  The characters are written with a believable amount of thought, especially considering their battle royale environment.  I look forward to reading the next book which is downloading as we speak! This book should definitely be on everyones 'to read' list.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2REQG8B9MLIIZ?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved the movie. I was unable to view the bood I purchased online on my Kindle Fire. I have called seven times since August 24, 2012, The reps I talked to all seemed competent, but when I did what they recommended nothing happened. I had over $125.00 worth of books on my kindle. They are all gone. At this point the only thing my kindle is good for is as a paperweight. I would love some assistance in this matter but I doubt I will get it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NZRBDQG3YVQ?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Quick read.  Fairly entertaining.  Classic formula.  Very Gone with the Windesque with survival being key and the main character fighting to deny herself in the name of strength and stability.  Similar in content to Wind but Collins's writing pales in comparison to that of Margaret Mitchell.  The political setting is similar to that of modern day Corporate America, live dying or be eaten.  Nothing unique or unparalleled in this story.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16W6GLEEYFXXK?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful Story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a great story. It grips you from the beginning and leaves you ready for the next book. I highly recommend reading all three in succession. Finally something different and not like the other books out lately which are just stories of vampires, vampires, vampires, oh and sometimes a werewolf. This is about humans and their relationships. About what happens when the government has too much control. It's a must read.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15UIYKOZF1UC4?ASIN=0439023521	Great Discussion Starter	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Although the social/political commentary in The Hunger Games is not terribly original, the plot was gripping and the characters interesting enough to keep me up until 4:00 a.m. finishing the book.<br/><br/>Since numerous previous reviews have summarized the premise and the plot, I will skip a review of those in my review.<br/><br/>This book would be interesting for a teenage book group, as themes such as voyeurism, the haves-vs.-the havenots, and the government's role in the lives of the people run strongly through the novel.<br/><br/>The only real issue I had with the book was the pacing of the ending. I thought the action should've ended several scenes before or several scenes after the actual ending. I am wondering if the book was the first part of a larger novel, broken down for publication purposes.<br/><br/>I give this book ****1/2 stars and look forward to the sequel (I'm pretty sure there will be a sequel based on the ending).</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1F69GY1A198RS?ASIN=0439023521	First book in a while that I read in ONE DAY	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm a 16 year old girl, I love to read, and I love science fiction. I love Artemis Fowl, Harry Potter, and other science fiction series. But this is the first book that I HAD to read in one day. Now I'm just dying to get the next one. It is seriously riveting and, as someone mentioned before, it doesn't make lame comments about being set ""in the future"". It's so realistic and fast paced. i just LOVED IT.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R19ZGZ4I7ZHKV?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games leaves me hungry for more	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book on the recommendation of my sons. They told me that I should read. I bought the book, and read in it a few days. I thought it was the most exciting book that I have read in a long time. It held my attention from the first page to the very last. The author wrote such great vivid details, and got us up close into the characters lives.<br/><br/>Great book. I would recommend it to anyone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3842I336O0DPT?ASIN=0439023521	engaging, riveting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really loved the book. You are very soon in connection with the story and waiting to know how everything evolves. You are never sure of the turns that the story could take. I love the connecting that I felt to the characters their conflict, their pain, their fear, their love. Intense, so intense you have to read it in couple of days. All is well until the third book that is a major disappointment.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HQGTZGGKX0Q3?ASIN=0439023521	WHY IS THIS BOOK SO POPULAR????	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wish somebody could explian to me why this book is so popular. Everything about it is bad bad bad. It's a total ripoff of Battle Royal and people go on acting like this writer is even a bit of good. The movie isn't even good and they put that ugly chick in the movie an pretended like she was all pretty . I hate this book. I hate anybody who likes this book. If you like this book you are an idiot!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWM7JKQWK6N8B?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games leaves a bad taste.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The first book in this trilogy asks us to accept a very disturbing premise, that is, a Game within a futuristic society which requires children to fight each other to the death.  I found this difficult to live with as I read the first two books but I was compelled to read on by the heroic and moral behaviour of the lead character.  She shone in this terrible world. However, the third book is a rushed, jumble of confused events where the characters are killed off or dispatched in a mad scramble to get to the last page and our heroine becomes a whining shadow of her former self.  Even the romantic plot fizzles out as the love triangle becomes a ""make do"" arrangement. Consequently the huge emotional investment that the reader must make in the original premise of the trilogy is simply not worth it.  It becomes a shabby cheap trick which left this reader wishing I had never gone to that dark place.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4DPXD0IQC6A1?ASIN=0439023521	A Masterpiece as simple as that!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">With all the excellent comments and all the reviews what could I write that was not been wrote or told! If you haven't read it than I am sorry for you because this triology is for readers of all ages! I am 46 and I told my two daughters to read them and my oldest one read the first two in a little les then 3 weeks just before seing the movie! If I could have put 6 stars i would have done it!</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RPMPCT729BGZ?ASIN=0439023521	Be prepared to buy all 3 :0)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After opening this book I did not stop reading until I had finished the 3rd and final book in this series. You are captivated by this story and the emotions of Catniss Everdeen and what the poor people of the Districts go through for survival. I couldn't wait for the next chapter or the next book for that matter! Def worth your time and attention to fall into the pages of the Hunger Games.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Z98AD0NT3QUW?ASIN=0439023521	Didn't want to read it, but really glad I did!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wasn't going to read this series.  I read the book summary and thought it was a brutal and ridiculous plot.  I usually don't like sci-fi/fantasy, so I decided I would skip these.  Then I was given a copy of this book and thought I may as well give it a try.  I was hooked immediately.  I loved Collins' style of writing.  It was familiar, detailed, and kept me yearning for more.  I loved her word choices.  But the plot...oh my gosh.  It was completely different than I expected.  The ""arena"" the Hunger Games are played in is like being lost in the woods and trying to survive while being hunted.  Yes, it was brutal at times, particularly the end, but it felt very authentic.  I almost gave this book 4 stars because I didn't like how it ended, but after reading the second book I am in love with the series again.  This book is incredible and I would recommend it to anyone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2I88MQX22I2KT?ASIN=0439023521	Hope	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've yet to read this book, but once I head Stephenie Meyer say, that it was a very inspirational book, and that she liked it very much. I hope to read it, and will as soon as I can make myself remember to buy the book, and read it. I have many other books in wait, but this one seems like a good one to interrupt the others with. Hope it's good. It seems like it should be.<br/><br/>-Megan (14)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R13GAC01XQJQQ4?ASIN=0439023521	Best Damn Book I've Read In A Long Time	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I just got this book about a week ago and decided to start reading the series last night. OMGeeee, I could not put this book down. I literally read until my eyes were burning from lack of sleep and exhaustion before I stopped (5 pages to the end). It is riveting, engaging, heartfelt and overall just a great damn book to read. If u haven't read it already...what are you waiting for?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LCU9TZBJCE9P?ASIN=0439023521	It's alright, but I don't get the hoopla	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was an okay read, but I don't get the hoopla over this book. The prose was clunky at times, and it has a disturbing, but very simplistic, storyline. It never really punched me emotionally given the darkness of the story. There were very few 'on screen' deaths, it the ones that were there weren't very emotionally charged.<br/><br/>Overall, it's an okay campy read, but nothing special.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TYGN50AEYU18?ASIN=0439023521	To bad it was just like the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie with my teenage  kids and wanted to read the book to see if it would be any better.  Sadly the movie was much better it only was an hour and a half and told the same story as the book. The book add little to the story and was a waste of my day it took to read. Sorry I will wait for the movies of the other two books it will be cheaper and less a waste of my time.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R233TQGC85FFRB?ASIN=0439023521	LOOK AT ME!!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I haven't read the book yet but my sister has and she said it was awesome. We went to see the movie and she said it was mostly like the book except some dogs attack Katniss and Peeta and they were supposed to have the other players faces on the but in the movie it was just a normal dog face. My sis says it was an intence book with tons of action, my friends all say the same!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2D6NJF0B3R9M9?ASIN=0439023521	Action packed.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Thought this was an excellent book. Have read some others with a similar idea such as Matthew Reilly's ""Contest"" but this was first with children as the protagonist's,  a truly frightening thought. Was up to 2 am to see what happened in the end and then had to immediately get the next in the series to continue the adventure. Hope that others enjoy the story as much as I did.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R312UHQCQCVG99?ASIN=0439023521	very impressed	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Gotta admit, this book hooked me from start to finish. I'd heard it was for kids, but this is definitely for adults. In fact I don't know I'd let anyone under 14 read it. Plotwise it IS a bit rehashed from Battle Royale, but there are sci fi elements that make this a version unique to itself, and I can't wait to see the film.  Just an all around good read.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1R3MPQ4D9JWFM?ASIN=0439023521	Another childish saga in the market	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Just another unbelievable thriller with heros doing impossible things in a boring and an unlikely fantasy scenario.  The novelty is that this time the hero is a girl with amazing forest survival skills. Nothing interesting int he story, not badly written, it is a pitty that the author did not find a more interesting or credible story to use in her saga.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3E1P8150YMQPJ?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome and Entertaining	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was sceptical as to wether I would like this book or not based entirely on the amount of information given on the flap.  I must admit, I thoroughly enjoyed it.  I'm so glad Stephenie Meyer, the author of the Twilight series, recommended it on her website otherwise I wouldn't have heard of it so soon.  I cannot wait until the second book comes out!</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1AM6YDZ7EAZSQ?ASIN=0439023521	book in terrible condition	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this was supposed to be a Christmas present for my son however in the middle of the book the pages are sliced in half and glued to the center of the book. This book is not suitable to read and i have contacted the company for replacement right after i received it and got no response i would be careful about buying books from here.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLM1Y5AQUOW3N?ASIN=0439023521	One of the best written books of this decade.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very rarely does an actual generation come along and bring a book that tops the financial and critical highs. For the older days, there was The Lord of the Rings, Charles Dickens books, and Stephen King books. This generation has seen quite a lot more. Infamously popular books like The Girl With The Dragon Tattoo (you could call it The Girl With series, I suppose) will come around imported from other countries. Same thing goes for The Hangman's Daughter. However, despite how popular books have become this generation, partly due to the eBook rage, there could be one that really stood out for both children and adults: The Hunger Games.<br/><br/>Now describing Hunger Games would be a lot more easier than summarizing it, so here's the main structure of the series (along with the self-titled book here): Katniss Everdeen, along with her family of her mother and Primrose Everdeen (both named after plants, it is cheesy), live in District 12, a roaring capitol district home to woods that are oozing wealth and an underground market area in a sci-fi setting. Every year, in order to salvage control over the districts, the Capitol has to make children compete in the Hunger Games. Each children is at least chosen once. Your name is chosen in a slip of paper once at 12, when you become elligible. At thirteen, twice. Fourteen, three times, etc. In all 12 districts (there were originally 13, but District 13 was bombed), this rule applies. You can also enter your name in for a tesserae, which will enter your name slip in several more times each one. Katniss, the protagonist of course, has her name entered in 20 times. In each district, one girl and one boy are chosen, so it's a 24-member free-for-all. Last one standing wins.<br/><br/>Katniss is not chosen, however. Her younger sister, Prim, is chosen, with a slim to none chance. However, Katniss volunteers, which you can do if you are related. This has almost never happened. That just goes to show how angry you can feel at family trust, because not even older siblings will help you, but Katniss decides to (figuratively) sacrifice herself for Prim. The boy is Peeta Mellark, who is a son of a local underground market baker. He first had a major interaction with Katniss when her family was starving and gave her fresh loaves of bread to make sure she didn't starve. It turns out later that Peeta is in love with her, furiously, but Katniss takes this as a strategy in the arena to help earn audience approval. Their mentor, Haymitch Abernathy, decides this is the case.<br/><br/>That's basically the all-around story for this debut. This was the first time I had ever been introduced to a Suzanne Collins book, so I was outright impressed in every sense of the word. The Hunger Games is haunting. It's violent, scary, romantic, epic, suspenseful, and thought-provoking. Evil. The world of Panem is an interesting, unique experience.<br/><br/>One of the things you can relate to in the book is how realistic this utterly fictional book is. The dystopian districts you can relate to if you think about it. The Capitol is harshly strict about how people talk about them. Utter a single joke about them and they'll whip you until you're blind and have no feeling in your limbs. They can torture you. (Though torture doesn't vividly happen until the second book, more so in the third) They're your master, you're their puppets. Play be their rules, you may live to see daylight again tommorow.<br/><br/>There's a good blend of action and romance. Peeta and Katniss's staged relationship in the camera-littered arena (for Katniss, it's staged, that is) is one of the main points of the book. When Peeta's leg is horribly mangled by a sword from another opponent, Katniss does everything in her power to help, but Peeta easily comes off as the stronger, in terms of protectiveness and devotion to the other partner, and more sacrificial one, going to radical extremes to try and save her life, just narrowly killing himself in between to help her see their beloved district. And the violence, though not explicit as it is in other books, is quite expressive here. There is a violent death somewhere before the third part of the book, and a very emotional one, in fact. There's other sacrifices made by the other arena opponents as well, including a death towards the end that was vital to Katniss and Peeta's survival.<br/><br/>The arena is an interesting place to visualize. It's a large, temperature-controlled, outdoor arena full of caves, trees, and beach shores. There's a lot of hiding in trees, behind-rocks, and stealth involved in the strategies in the arena.<br/><br/>There's a large sense of humor involved in the Hunger Games. Katniss and Peeta's almost innocent poking fun at their mentor, Haymitch's alcohol addiction. Silly comments about the Capitol accent. There's a dark sense of humor that powers through Hunger Games' intense, though somewhat ridiculous, storyline.<br/><br/>The characterization in The Hunger Games is fantastic. The psychotic, oddly hollow nature of Cato, primarily the ""antagonist"" in the arena. Katniss's stealthy, quickly violent techniques, but good heart of personality. Peeta's heartwarming devotion and assistance with Katniss. Even Katniss's seemingly stupid prep team have some of the best personalities in a book. This isn't a book where only the primary or main secondary characters in the book are enjoyable. The arena fighters that have an interaction with Katniss, even including her sister Prim and her hunting friend Gale (both of which are not exactly developed enough until the later books)  have distinct personalities and natures to them.<br/><br/>The writing. Oh my god. The descriptions in Hunger Games are boundary-smashing, they're groundbreaking in every meaning of the word. The endings of each chapter are suspenseful and full of questions, which can keep you turning the page. The close, careful, patient details put into describing the arena, Panem, and interactions with characters. The kisses between Katniss and Peeta are descriptive. Everything about the series has been written with care. The author actually means to suck you in and are devoted. Whereas I thought Collins' previous novels, like the notorious Gregor, were good, but were flawed and didn't have enough details and character development. Hunger Games is a greatly mixed bag of details and writing techniques.<br/><br/>Could quite possibly be one of the greatest books of this decade, and of all time. Highly recommended.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WAMK941V4JLM?ASIN=0439023521	That' s It? Not Impressed!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have heard a million wonderful reviews about THE HUNGER GAMES. This and that! Oh, my god! Peeta and Gale! THE HUNGER GAMES! THE HUNGER GAMES! I think I must have read a different book from everyone else because I didn't not see the ""Oh, so incredible amazement"" behind this book.<br/><br/>When I first received this book I expected to be blown out of my mind. I expected greatness and I felt so weird being singled out totally not getting what was so great about this series. Maybe it was just the writing because I thought the plot and characters were absolutely amazing. Could that be the problem?<br/><br/>Anyway, when I started the book I went from being bored to liking it and excited to being bored again, rinse and repeat. That was a negative for me. It took me at least 100 pages to really get into the story and be able to pay attention. And I became distracted very easily while reading this book.<br/><br/>I loved the characters. Let's start with Katniss and Peeta! I loved them. I didn't see Katniss as the strong character readers came her to be, but she did leave an impression on me. I loved her emotions throughout the book and her fierceness. And the fact that she was the only one to give up her own live to protect her loved one, her sister. I really admire her.<br/><br/>It took me a little while to really see who Peeta was. He was the guy who confessed that her loved Katniss on national television and she totally thought he was insulting her or something when he said it. And the stone cold truth is that he meant every word and she thinks it was just for show to make the audience love them both. I loved Peeta and you could tell he cares about Katniss but Katniss is totally oblivious to it. Open your eyes, Katniss! Peeta is in love with you! For real!<br/><br/>Of course we have Haymitch, Effie,and Cinna. They helped Peeta and Katniss get ready for THE HUNGER GAMES and I really liked they're characters! I felt they were very real characters that I could love.<br/><br/>I thought the plot of THE HUNGER GAMES had real potential big time! I feel like the thought of throwing children in a game of killing each other for sport where people watch was sick and I felt like I heard this plot line before somewhere or it just seems like the easiest idea for a story line, but that's just me! But like I said the plot had huge potential and I understand why everyone likes it, but I felt like the book was slow and I wasn't thinking about it non-stop or anything.<br/><br/>Now onto the Divergent vs. THE HUNGER GAMES. I have no idea how this would have went if I read THE HUNGER GAMES first. I by far think Divergent is a thousand time better than THE HUNGER GAMES and enjoyed it much better. Again, I think this may be due to the writing style or something. I do not know if I will read the next book in THE HUNGER GAMES trilogy, Catching Fire yet. I think I want to wait til I watch the film adaptation, because like I said this trilogy has big potential.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17H65Q5X3AUOV?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I chose this rating because the hunger games is very  boring.  The only interesting thing is the fighting.  I disliked everything except for the fighting. Everything but the fighting was exciting. I liked the fighting. The reason I liked the fighting is because it was intense. I recommend this book to someone who doesn't like a lot of action.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPB3RGDRYERXA?ASIN=0439023521	The BEST Book Ever!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is amazing! I loved it. I couldn`t put it down at all! The book is thrilling and surprising and awesome and I love it! The whole series is amazing. I am making my mom read it so that she will take me to see the movie. I am 12 and wasn`t bothered by any of it. Not even killings! I loved Rue and think the way the book ends is perfect!</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GMB0J30EJCN1?ASIN=0439023521	Poorly written and formatting issues	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After the success of the movie I decided to give the book a try, but the experience was completely disappointing so I returned it immediately. There's an abyss between this book and good writing (person, style, adjectives, sentences structure, etc.).  Finally, the fact that the kindle version is poorly formatted doesn't help either.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32TU1K7IJ2RGF?ASIN=0439023521	Diissapointing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">AFter reading dozens of reviewers promoting this book, I decided to give it a chance. Fathers and married men, such as myself, were giving it rave reviews, so I figured it couldn't be too juvenile. I was mistaken. As someone who enjoys post apocalyptic, man vs. society literature I was very disappointed by the end of this book, which makes me wish I never would have read it.<br/><br/>SPOILERS AHEAD&gt;<br/><br/>My favorite books in this genre include Brave New World and The Island of Dr. Moreau, both of which were borrowed from heavily in this book. The difference, however, is that these books used a narrative to tell a bigger story with a deeper meaning and used original thought. The horror of people being turned into human-animal hybrids felt real and original in The Island of Dr. Moreau, whereas this revelation in Hunger Games seemed like an after though, with no foreshadowing before and no conclusion after. These hybrids literally come from nowhere for 2 chapters, and then disappear.<br/><br/>My biggest problem with the book is that it ends without real resolution. What happened to Peeta's defiant spirit against the Capitol? Why are all the supporting character from the first several chapters never reintroduced to the story? My guess is that this used to sell the rest of the series, but it makes this novel feel very incomplete.<br/><br/>Suzanne Collins successfully stole the brilliant, original ideas of at least half-dozen literary works of fiction, used a 16-year-old girl as protagonist, and contrived a pointless love triangle in order to sell books. Did it work? Absolutely. Will anyone care in a decade? Not likely.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BXLZTK6FMX83?ASIN=0439023521	A page turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a book in the tradition of ""Earth Abides"" and ""Tunnel in the sky"": a fast paced book about survival.<br/><br/>Its really all the recomendation you'll get from me and all you really need. If you have read those books, you'll enjoy this one too. And if you haven't... well, in that case you have a lot of reading ahead.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WTOLAUFNDNQH?ASIN=0439023521	Amazon Prime is bogus!.....Well we ALL make mistakes	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have heard about this book for awhile now and I saw it for free for Prime members! I am a Prime member. I grabbed it and amazon charged me for the book. WTH? Prime is a ripoff. They (Amazon) need to fix this. BTW I have a Kindle Fire and grabbed the book via computer transfer since I am overseas witout wireless service.<br/><br/>UPDATE 9 DEC 11<br/>Okay I contacted Amazon and they immediately apologized and refunded my money. When I asked why since I am a Prime member did I get charged anyway for a book that said FREE for Prime Members. They told me it was an error on their part and told me to delete it from my Kindle Fire and when I redownload it it would be free. Excellent customer service I must admit.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1J6K9ALCVI5GP?ASIN=0439023521	Hated it...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't understand everyone's fascination with these books and movies.  I don't find anything entertaining about the fact that a child is forced to fight for her and her families lives to the death for food.  How horrible and morbid.  Don't get it and couldn't get past the 2nd chapter.  Snooze-fest and annoying.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22OPRSREGA10I?ASIN=0439023521	Best Book, Series, and movie ever!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was 100% amazing ! I could not put it down. I have read this book about a million times! Actually only 74 times but anyways, every time I read it, I am still excited for every event. I have read the whole series 74 times and I still love it! I am watching the movie soon. Everyone calls me addicted.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XVCPIG3B6FXS?ASIN=0439023521	Love the ending!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book. It is a spin on today's reality tv. How far will this actually go? The book was suspenseful and it really was a page turner. The book isn't really brutal or gory but there were parts that gave you just enough information to let you know the extent of it. I can't wait to read the next one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14I5XM861WZFR?ASIN=0439023521	I couldn't put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed reading this book. If you only watch the movie, you are missing a lot. When I finished the book, I was not totally convinced that I needed to read the next two, but my friends highly recommended them. This book can stand alone, but what it really does is set the stage for what is to come.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJB30NTKZETDG?ASIN=0439023521	Unoriginal and uninspired	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins has created such a stir in the world of young adult lit that I finally felt compelled to read the Hunger Games after one of my most sophisticated of friends recommended it.<br/><br/>The story is tired and unoriginal. While Ms. Collins touches upon very important themes of our day, the characters she creates are one dimensional and fail to achieve the depth necessary to sway readers' hearts. The scrappy tomboy; the lovelorn chivalrous hero; the brutish killing machine; the winner who became the town drunk, victim of his own success; the denizens of the Capitol whom we are led to believe are nothing but a bunch of shallow, self-absorbed fashionistas who have the money, technology, and stomach to maintain the rest of the country in indentured servitude.<br/>The scenario she creates - a postapocalyptic totalitarian government dominating the rest of humanity through... seriously, Reality TV ?? is ludicrous and laughable. Katniss at once playing to the cameras against the horror of children fighting other children to the death is a blatant attempt to tug at the reader's heartstrings but lacking in any emotional substance. It's a cheap thrill that I'm sorry so many readers seemed to have bought into.<br/><br/>Then again, perhaps the Hunger Games is merely emblematic of how much our society has bought into Reality TV. Unfortunately, this does nothing to help the child victims of war, whose predicament the author purports to be highlighting.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UH6JBK8P8WHR?ASIN=0439023521	Can't wait	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">WOW although this series is considered to be for younger audiences these books are much deeper than that. So much to say about this book it being the first in the series. The characters are easy to love and they make you a part of the story almost immediately. I can't wait to see the movie.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MF404N8W8HSY?ASIN=0439023521	lacking	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good story but quite poorly written. At times I felt as though I was reading a creative writing assignment from junior high student. I am no novelist so this is reviewed as a theatergoer reviewing a director's film. For such a widely celebrated book I thought the structure any portion of the writing would be more mature. A book for tweens can still be written well and says a lot about the expectations of authors towards their readers or the lack of talent of the writers. Some parts are better than others. At certain points I become unbearably aggravated by the dull sentence structure which makes if difficult to finish the book; one can tell where the author has difficulty. I'd recommend finding the first chapter online before purchasing or just holding out for the movie, I doubt that much detail will be left out. Here's a passage out of the first chapter to give you an idea:<br/>""'Hey, Catnip,' says Gale. My real name is Katniss, but when I first told hm, I had barely whispered it. So he thought I'd said Catnip. Then When This crazy lynx started following me around the woods looking for handouts, it became his official nickname for me. I finally had to kill the lynx because he scared off game. I almost regretted it because he wasn't bad company, But I got a decent price for his pelt.""<br/>That wasn't the worst of it but was the first page I flipped to while writing this review.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R20052P0ZWEPQQ?ASIN=0439023521	Hard to Put down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Many people had recommended that I read the Hunger Games, so I finally took the time to start it.  It only took a few nights to complete.  The characters are well-drawn, and it will be interesting to see how the story developes.  Not quite the literary quality of Harry Potter, but good.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CVVT39RWFZT3?ASIN=0439023521	A Must Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Not my typical read. I didn't think this would be a book I would enjoy, but everyone at work was raving about it, so I thought I'd give it a whirl. I read it in two days. I could not put it down! Very well written. I highly recommend this book. Very entertaining. A great read!!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3R0N5WMVJIPJI?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As a Junior High Math teacher I was wonder what all the hype was about this book. I read it and now I know. It was thrilling, memorable and intriguing. The characters are all unique yet fit well together. I quickly down loaded the 2nd book of the series after reading the first.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1C0IS6F4YIGND?ASIN=0439023521	The Banal Games  WARNING: SPOILER	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A brilliant bit of marketing, if not so brilliant literature.  Collins marries a tired young adult plot with food and fashion themes and ends the book with an annoying lack of closure in an all too obvious move to get the reader to buy the remaining two books in the series.  The characters are flat, the dialogue is stilted, and the plot is both contrived and predictable.  Did anyone not see the second rule change coming?  Your time will be better spent reading Lois Lowrey's ""The Giver"", Shirley Jackson's ""The Lottery"", Golding's ""Lord of the Flies"", or any number of other (better) dystopian novels.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1U3P7XBF9EZZR?ASIN=0439023521	How far Viewer IQ has fallen	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The hunger game announcer states that 13 are gone (that leaves 11)<br/>hornets get a girl (down to ten)<br/>Heroine has conversation w/ black girl about who has been killed -""girl from Nam, boy from Chen""-(down to 8)<br/>boy gets neck broke (7)<br/>Black girl dies, white guy gets arrow (5 left)<br/>black guy kills girl (4)<br/>girl dies from poison berries (3 left)<br/>dogs kill black guy (2 left)<br/>Cato gets killed (1 left)<br/><br/>Oh wait, there are still two of them. Why am I the only person who has watched this movie with a brain that is not on the hollywood drip line</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11J29DRY4AP0D?ASIN=0439023521	Amazingly gripping!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This trilogy is super good!  The words addicting, obsessed, can't put down, don't want to end.. all come to mind to describe this book and the other two that follow.  The creativity that this plot takes on and just continues to develop is amazing! Loved every minute!</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28PJI6W918U8Z?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I just finished Book 1, and oh my couldn't put it down!! I didn't think I would like it from what I heard about it, but a friend convinced me to read it. So glad I did! I can't wait to read Book 2 &amp; 3! Which I will get started on soon! Highly recommend this book!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZQXFYGG3HXUV?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games kindle style	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I heard so much about the hunger games I was anxious to read it on my Kindle but was not able to download it.  I am totally bummed about and ended up purchasing a paperback copy of the book today.  So I will begin to read the old fashion way, page by paper page.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BMVCRRHHGCQL?ASIN=0439023521	BEST. BOOKS. EVER.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I started reading this book and could not put it down! Every free moment I was consumed with it, reading and reading to find out what happens next. Obviously, I read the next two books as well, and now cannot wait to see the movie. You will not be disappointed!</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3P3H2CZLECCJC?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">it takes some time to get into the story; slow-going at first, but necessary info to know. This is the kind of book you set down because you know you've got other responsibilities and end up picking it right back up so you can start another thrilling chapter!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FQRM3YDAY3D1?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was completely engaged by every single page, paragraph, line, word in this book. The unfortunate part is that this is the strongest book in the series, so they do not get better from here. Still, an amazing read. I devoured this book in a couple of days.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2JDW1BUQI8JG5?ASIN=0439023521	better than I expected	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I normally wouldn't even think to pick up a book like this, but after reading the reviews and seeing recommendations by friends on Facebook, I decided to buy it.  I am so glad I did; I finished the book in 2 days, and bought Catching Fire immediately after.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IBPE60VAMELS?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm a 26 y/o middle school teacher who's recently gotten forced herself to get back to reading.. yay! This book is an awesome story and I'm so very glad it's a projected trilogy: I know I will reading the next book as soon as it comes out!<br/><br/>I have just finished reading the ""Uglies"" trilogy (along with Extras), the ""Twilight"" Saga, and the ""Host"". This was a great blend of futuristic ""Host"" and survivalist ""Uglies"" so I was a very happy camper.<br/><br/>I highly recommend this for middle school readers, young adult readers, and not so ""young adult"" readers.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1F18UYZK012BY?ASIN=0439023521	the hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">addicting...... i just couldnt put the book down. its probably one of the best books ive ever read and ive read some pretty  good books in my lifetime.  i cant wait to read the next one! you should read this book. youll enjoy it.  i love the hunger games</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3J1LE8GG38HGG?ASIN=0439023521	Absolutely Gripping	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Most of the other reviews have it covered, and all I can say is that this is one of the best books I've read in a long, long time.  It's going nearly back to the first Harry Potter (a million years ago) since a book gripped me so quickly and I couldn't put it down.  As soon as I was done with Hunger Games (literally as soon as) I immediately hit the Amazon store on my Kindle and downloaded Catching Fire.  I hope Suzanne Collins has some new stuff cooking soon because it won't be long before I'm done with Fire and quickly moving onto Mockingjay....</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TDTOSVSHPHTW?ASIN=0439023521	Violent and awesome	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is an incredibly violent book, but I still really liked it. The characters were dramatic, the scenarios plausible and terrifying. It's just a really good sci-fi novel. The next two books didn't impress me, but this one was definitely worth it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VH65JEMZR24Q?ASIN=0439023521	WOW!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Anybody who says this book isnt good, really needs to read it again, i fell in love in just the first 2 chapters and couldnt put it down, reading has always been fun for me, but this book made it 10 times better, i cant wait to read the other 2!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJR0VI7504SIM?ASIN=0439023521	Collins vs. Riordan	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am an avid reader and when I read fiction, I read fiction. Suzanne Collins' book, The Hunger Games, is more of a bedtime story than an actual novel. She gives very little detail on what happens, Suzanne makes Kantiss  follows the way most heroines go: start the day, fight, win, do it all again. I reccomend Rick Riordan's fiction. He gives tons of detail in a MODERN world in REAL places. Or take the man who wrote the Game of Thrones series. I would have expected more from her since I have read the Underlander series.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36CQSUPE4V2IN?ASIN=0439023521	Powerful and brillant	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After several of my friends hassled me, I finally purchased this book. When I began reading it, the world stopped. I barely stopped and was nodding off at work. It's all I've been able to talk about. I highly recommend the whole series.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3RKOBS7CT3R3P?ASIN=0439023521	Slow start but overall good book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">the hunger games is a well thought out book and for that i will give it credit. Collins did a good job by the 100th page. the beginning was a boringly slow start and that is the only thing that i would change about it. nice jpb collins</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JBEFUFBETJAS?ASIN=0439023521	One of the best books/series ever!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book and the entire series is one of the best ever written. I recommend it to everyone and anyone out there. You will delve into a world that will thrill you beyond your wildest imaginations. I assure you that you'll all love it!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JN0R86Q75AUW?ASIN=0439023521	Page Turner	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger Games is a creative story with gripping characters. You won't be able to put this one down. Collins does an excellent job of mixing action, suspense and a page turning theme. I finished the book in a day unable to put it down.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GO0V1SMRAK9Y?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't Put it Down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was the first book I downloaded to my Kindle and couldn't put it down. The character development was good and the plot was fast-paced.  I'm looking forward the the rest of the series and checking out other books by this author.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AFOSWDGM343B?ASIN=0439023521	Below average	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Only two words: Children's book.I decided to read the book after it got a positive review from Lebron James but as you may already know he did not go to college. Can't believe i spend $5 on this crap, so prepare to be disappointed.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NV2W75KFTUFM?ASIN=0439023521	Bomb-dig-a-dee!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Pure magic. Easily the best series I've ever read. WOW. You have no choice but to fall in love. This is the new Harry Potter/Twilight. Make sure you have enough tim to finish it, becaue I promise you won't be ale to put it down.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQ782TNJPTY8N?ASIN=0439023521	the hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">required summer reading for 10th graders.  Interesting, somewhat suspensefull &amp; farfetched at times.  Nonethe less, it teaches you about friendship, trustworthiness, revenge &amp; consequences among other things. Fairly interesting.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1A0OFQF4CF9JR?ASIN=0439023521	Why does everyone like it?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's pretty much just another bad book pulled of the shelf. First of all, it isn't good really, it's just fun to read.<br/>  The plot in this story is poor, the so called ""love"" is horrible, seemingly non-existant at times and then randomly pops up. The characters like Katniss for instance, have inept personalities. All I can tell about Katniss is that she loves her family, is good at killing, and hates the capital. Peeta dances his way through the storyline and manages to win against all the other tributes ( like Brutus in the second book)with no experience whatsoever. The concept of the alliances is strange. Why not slit the throat of you're enemy while they sleep instead of befriending them and then watching them get killed? What I'm saying is that this book didn't match up to The Hobbit, or other good books at all.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MHJNJ5HJV0AV?ASIN=0439023521	loved it but	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This entire book is a rip off of the 2001 japanese movie Battle Royal, look it up. in the end the lovers walk away, just like Peta and katness, and other things as well.<br/><br/>someone should be looking at this more closely</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BWI6SXXFSI0B?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games not to be put down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's been awhile since I've read a book with young children at home but not only did I read this book it transported me into the story that I had a hard time putting down!  So now I will dive into the next book in this series.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26RMBU4TN4ZAD?ASIN=0439023521	AWESOMENESS	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book is awesomness. Even though that might not be a word. Every one loves it! theres romance for the ladies but not to much that guys don't enjoy it! It is full of action, adventure, romance, and so much more! A must read.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31T60MW6D4UM9?ASIN=0439023521	Kindle Experience	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Tried three different times to get the Hunger Games on my grandaughters Kindle.  Charged for all three of them but never did get it downloaded.<br/><br/>Seems to me like somebody should have caught this and offered to help.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RS14CTJRCO47K?ASIN=0439023521	Different kind of read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book without knowing much about it and I was blown away. It's a book that has been marketed to teens and young adults, but there are so many political under(over)tones, that it makes for a great read all around.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37NL1RI06Y0A2?ASIN=0439023521	Great, easy read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am so happy that I got this book and book #2 at the same time so I didn't have to put the series down right away!  This is one of those books that once you start, you can't stop because you have to know what happens next!</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJRCT5BY5SNP8?ASIN=0439023521	Just O.K.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you have read anything about this book don't read the book. The Hunger Games is like the 90 minute comedy movie that shows all the funny parts in<br/>the movie trailer. They spend 50 pages leading up to selecting the participants in the hunger games. Guess what the narrator ends up in the games<br/>and spoiler alert guess who wins? The movie may be alot better than the book, let's hope. There weren't any real twists or much suspense just waiting<br/>for the inevitable finish.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27XWO6O6517NB?ASIN=0439023521	great purchase, fast shipping	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Item was shipped promptly as promised. Brand new, no writing or tears on pages. This purchase was perfect for my gift! In fact, the item was shipped much sooner than expected, it showed up in my mailbox really quickly.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGYYAHOUW04I?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">All of my friends had been telling me to read this book... I finally broke down and read it and I loved it. I couldn't put the book down. It kept me drawn into the story through every chapter. Can't wait for the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1EF0YKZ3UC0N8?ASIN=0439023521	great book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Totally recommend this book (series) to kids and adults alike!!! Bought for my 10 yr old son and read all 3 books in series myself..the 1st was the best but I needed to see what happened in the end..very interesting...</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QMUSU0NAA0CE?ASIN=0439023521	An Adult Reader	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read many pre-teen/teen books as I run several book clubs and reading groups.<br/>I can honestly not recommend this series!<br/>Okay, the kids love it, but they are also reading ""Twilight""...ick.<br/>It is a poorly-written story of a post-apocalyptic America with that Shirley Jackson's ""The Lottery"" plot of a long-time game to the death theme.<br/>I would have liked to enjoy the book as, eventually, I cared about the characters.  But I simply couldn't get past the schmaltz.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3H2W48W2NRFJJ?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is one of those book that just keeps you on the edge of your seat, and keeps you turning pages. My only complaint is that it was so enjoyable that I breezed through it quicker than I would have liked!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Z8F31P7OUVHM?ASIN=0439023521	Can't Be Put Down	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have read a lot of books, but this has to be one of the best books I've ever read.  I starting reading the book and I just couldn't stop.  If anyone is wondering whether to get this book or not it is a definite yes!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R374WQRYCBKCXG?ASIN=0439023521	How is this a young adult's book?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Don't get me wrong, I liked the Hunger Games series. I think I read them all in one week. How is this a children's book? It's rated as 7th grade and up and I would maybe have allowed a high school student to read it. The context is a very adult concept; we didn't read Aldoux Huxley's Brave New World until senior year. The same should be for The Hunger Games. I find fighting to the death with other children for survival as a means of reminding the general population of who rules them and why to be appaling and oppresive. And to have this as a form of entertainment is a ficticious evolution of today's reality TV. These are not themes for children. But of course, Hollywood wants to make movies from these books. Why? The love triangle is dramatic and interesting. If our youth could understand the concept of the themes behind this book I'd say go for it. The drama will make more money than the idea of overcoming the life and helplessness of oppression ever will.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3L68987Q88KEN?ASIN=0439023521	Killing action dressed in rebellion	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Although the fierce objection to the whole idea of the Hunger Games is expressed throughout, the descriptions of the Games panders to the baser desires of readers.  I found it to be empty of significant content.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVMH1FU9FZY5Y?ASIN=0439023521	i never got it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I ORDERED HUNGER GAMES ON MY DROID . I WAS ABLE TO ACCESS IT ONE TIME.  SINCE THEN THE APP WILL NOT OPEN.  IT SHOWS AN ERROR CODE AND TO TRY LATER.  I THREW MY MONEY AWAY WITH NO MEANS TO GET HELP WITH THE APP.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3V6AJ7L9A9AOC?ASIN=0439023521	Good world Believable Characters	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Give it a shot, its a great begining to a series and is a lot of fun to read. Suzanne Collins does a great job of world building and really setting the stage and pulling you in. I highly recommend this book.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OCXFRX365T77?ASIN=0439023521	Can't wrap my head around it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read it on a friend's recommendation.  I read the whole book even though I told my friend pretty clearly I like to read fuzzy kittens and happy puppies. She did tell me it was heavy and/or different.  I just didn't realize how heavy and how different.  I finished hoping for a good ending although how well can it end with all the carnage?  Only to find the book was just a set up for book two.  I don't know why anyone would even think this up or why anyone would want to read it.  It makes me feel like some kind of sicko for even knowing the title let alone knowing I read the whole thing.  I don't like to read about people killing each other.  I am aware of that is some form everyday.  I read to relax and forget about the fact that our teens do kill each other in the streets and for much less reason.  This book is well written with good character developement.  If you like books about kids killing each other I am sure it is great.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LYSN72P90USA?ASIN=0439023521	School book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great Seller. !Book just as described. Would recommend and reuse seller.! Great Book. Reuse seller. would recommend. Enjoyed reading the book. Book is black and is named Hunger Games. Had to read for school</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RL0FAVXMI3OXC?ASIN=0439023521	Buy this book NOW	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Seriously.  Stop reading this review and go buy this book.  Buy the other two while you're at it.  You're going to want them.  They are THAT good.<br/><br/>Danielle Bannister, Author of <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Pulled/dp/B005GDTQ56"">Pulled</a></span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3FK04B4TPISF1?ASIN=0439023521	Mildly Clever Premise Doesn't Keep Me Engaged	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The premise of this book is only mildly clever.  The prose does nothing to keep me engaged.  Suffice it to say that I don't believe anyone will be discussing this as great literature of the early 2000's.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2C2B39PI3QLI9?ASIN=0439023521	Not very good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I purchased this book because a couple of my friends were discussing the trilogy and I wanted to see what the fuss was about.  It was an easy read - I think I finished it in a day and a half - but the plot moves somewhat slowly and predictably.  The author isn't particularly gifted.  I was willing to buy the second and third books if I liked the first, but I am definitely going to pass on that opportunity.  I would not recommend.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R286SL96OCD2N2?ASIN=0439023521	Captivating!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I usually dont read much, because books bore me. But this book kept my attention up to the last page of 3rd book of the series. I basically read 3 400page long books in 3 days. I really liked it a lot.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3E1QZYFNHF7DR?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book so much! I couldn't put it down for even a minute and finished it within two days(minus school hours). I love how well written this is and it pulls you in right from the beginning.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LPUZ7SQH0Y61?ASIN=0439023521	Fantastic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I hate reading books, I read this because the movie preview intrigued me. its great. read it. Its suspenseful, touching, and makes you question what you believe about survival, friendship, and love.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25O3J2YU2HHPA?ASIN=0439023521	Lemmings are only dumb enough to know better	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I would have marked this as a ZERO because of one simple fact. Basically, this is plagurism at its finest. So...any of you typically brainwashed readers of materials promoted en masse ever hear of ""Battle Royale?"" Yup. I did. Suzanne Collins can write, sure. But her story? Is all a lie. It is almost carbon copied from a 12-plus year old Japanese story. Look it up. AND I am sure that Mrs. Collins will claim she never heard of it. Riiiiight. Just like Meyer never copied from Buffy.....just like JJ Abrams never copied from La Femme Nikita...etc...C'mon people...name an original thought that has come from an American ""creative (cough)"" force that didn't derive from a Japanese, Chinese, British, German, Spanish, etc. original idea. Collins may be able to write good emails that are original and some other stuff in creative form. But her shining moment is a lie. Don't believe me? LOOK IT UP!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NLWVBUWOGP16?ASIN=0439023521	"Extreme Violence is A Very BAD Thing to ""Entertain"" Kids With :("	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I said it in my Title.  I had heard this was supposed to be the most wonderful series since "" Harry Potter"". It is NOT! I am thoroughly disgusted by the degree of sickening violence that this Author has chosen to present to young and a younger reading audience. I am certainly glad that I didn't bother with the film! To those who so loudly touted this book as great...you need serious mental help. This book was SICK.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TZMLLMVE5LUU?ASIN=0439023521	A surprisingly good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wasnt sure what to expect here, but several friends said this was a great book.  it did not disappoint, I want my kids to read it also....lots of fun and I will now read the 2nd in the series...</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33AZBVFVAF1TR?ASIN=0439023521	Better than Expected	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After reading a synopsis of the book, I was intrigued but concerned there would be a Twilight like love story.  After one of the kids gets an arrow to the throat, I knew there was no concern.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3O19VO0KFQJ74?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm almost finished reading this book for the first time... it's very well written, and Collins captivates the reader with ease. I would recommend this book to anyone in fourth grade and up.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2EPROCC5PVP7I?ASIN=0439023521	best book i ever read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i love this book so much and today i am seeing the movie and i cant wait. people were waiting outside the movie theater for this movie to start this is a book that i could read over and over</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PIIES92LGUQS?ASIN=0439023521	RIP off of  battle royale .	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne collins has done a great job in ripping off a great story and im not just talking about the idea of a Dystopian future and pitting people against each other until there is only one standing either.<br/><br/>The stories of battle royale and hunger games are very similar. Very. They are centered around teenagers forced to kill each other, and only one can survive. The government, which is all-powerful, has put them there because they are trying to control some aspect of the country. Those running the ""games"" can alter the environment so the chances of conflict is higher. The kids have access to weapons, though what they can get isn't always equal to what someone else has. There's a romance between the two survivors. The two survivors break the rules in order for both of them to leave the ""games.""<br/><br/>In the case of battle royale and hunger games they are tons of similaries and a chain of similaries thats when you know its plagiarism:<br/><br/>they are school kids,<br/>they are put there by the government,<br/>they are forced to kill eachother,<br/>both of the main character's fall in love and escape breaking the rules,<br/>both books have the idea of the supply packs,<br/>the boy and girl surviving,<br/>similar unique deaths.<br/><br/>How many books have these in them ?  just two hunger games and battle royale.<br/><br/>However suzanne collins though interviews would have you believe it was her own idea.<br/><br/>There are on more than 5 occasions carbon copy almost exact scene's in hunger games that were in battle royale. So similar in fact i felt uncomfortable and also angry that koushun takami's story had been repainted and re sold by collins, you're talking odds of millions that these 5 scene's were thought of separately. I don't want to say the scene's because i don't want to spoil either book. But read both stories i guarantee you will be just as angry at me that the story you fell in love with wasn't suzanne collins story it was koushun takami's.<br/><br/>i haven't read hunger game's 2 (catching fire) but i'm going to guess susie collins will rip off battle royale 2 by the two survivor's trying to topple the government.<br/><br/>p.s There are difference's between battle royale and hunger games its a shame though that suzanne collins stole those idea's off stephen king's the long walk .</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1234O0QL110VK?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a well-written and suspenseful story depicting a world that is torture to live in - physically and mentally- but it is all the characters have ever known.  I could not put it down.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QXK68IAWL5N9?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was a pager turner.  It was hard not to get completely enthralled after the first chapter.  You fall in love with the characters and the struggle for life and love in this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35X7BYNIO94F4?ASIN=0439023521	Is it you, Joss?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's Thunderdome with kids.  Plus there's some soap thrown in there for gravy.  I often wonder if Joss Whedon changed his name, stripped some of his trademark humor, and wrote a book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R162PXX4QO6DF5?ASIN=0439023521	Fond of self-centered, moody, spiteful, brainless, ungrateful teenagers? Read this series!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fond of self-centered, moody, spiteful, brainless, ungrateful teenagers? Read this series, 'cause this heroine's just right for you. By the time we get to the 3rd tedious volume where President Coin schemes to turn Katniss into a martyr for the revolution, I'm not the only one thinking, ""Right on! Great idea!""<br/><br/>I can't believe I read the whole thing. All three books, out of curiosity about all the hype. Hoping against hope that some gems of wisdom or good writing would appear. Sigh.<br/><br/>Scholastic publishes the books and they are clearly marketed as ""young adult"", but I didn't realize the author is a teenager, too. Must be, given her weak writing style, one-dimensional characters, simplistic plot, vicious civil war with thousands of casualties yet seems distantly antiseptic, and a lack of the creativity that the current science fiction market demands. The people-hunting-people-for-sport meme is an old one, both in the real world (e.g., the Romans) and literature through the ages. ""The Most Dangerous Game"", written in the 1920's and famous for the fictitious ""Malay mantrap"", is probably the best-known. Ms Collins' version just doesn't measure up.<br/><br/>In her portrayal of a spoiled teenage girl's approach to life and those around her, though, Ms Collins is a virtuoso. Somehow, our heroine manages to be ""betrayed"" by every one of her benefactors, even as they try to keep her alive. She lives in her own fantasy world where everything is about her. She never has a simple disagreement with anyone, but manages to ""hate"" everyone in turn and repeatedly, especially the two boys who inexplicably fawn over her and do their best to keep her alive in spite of her spurning them. The positive attributes that have turned her into the heroine of Panem are hard to fathom: really good with bow and arrow, brave (foolhardy, really), and . . . let's see . .  umm. Her metamorphosis into the revolution's icon is entirely the work of those who surround her, most of whom get killed while supporting her unworthy and ungrateful person.<br/><br/>Sheesh. What a waste of a three day's reading time. At least they're a quick read. One book's-worth, really, stretched into three. Save your money.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2D1DHIZSSV29S?ASIN=0439023521	Kids killing kids: now that's entertainment!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you enjoy a good story about child gladiators, you'll likely appreciate The Hunger Games. In other words...<br/><br/>WARNING! THIS BOOK IS ABOUT KIDS KILLING KIDS!<br/><br/>While the description of the violence is not excessive, I was taken aback by the details of each death: the manner in which the weapons were used, the locations of the injuries, the degree of suffering experienced by each child.<br/><br/>I could forgive this sort of brutality in Twilight because the killers were fantastical monsters. But in a time of real-life bullies and teen-on-teen violence, I resented the author's choice to essentially sacrifice children for our amusement.<br/><br/>Yes, reading this book you can't help begin to see Suzanne Collins as The Game Maker and yourself as a voyeuristic resident of Panem, eagerly awaiting every turn in the battle.<br/><br/>And if you're expecting to unravel some grand ethical statement (ala Lord of the Flies) or simply gain some insight into why societies misbehave, you will be disappointed. I forced myself to finish the book to find its redeeming value. There was none.<br/><br/>I saw a multiple opportunities for the protagonist to reject the premise of the games and protest the injustice of punishing children for the crimes of their parents (or great-grandparents in this case). But it never happens. Katniss just goes along with it, often distracted by the fashion choices of her stylists.<br/><br/>Well, I reject the premise of this book. I don't want to send a message to entertainment companies that kids killing kids is a valid form of entertainment. Perhaps some ethical revelation is offered in the other two books, but I will never find out since I refuse to reward Collins and her publisher with more of my money.<br/><br/>Astonishingly, if there is some ethical lesson that can be extracted from this story, it is an argument for ethical monotheism, specifically Judeo-Christian values. Clearly, The Hunger Games could not exist in a society that believes in the sanctity of human life, that children are not accountable for the sins of their parents, and that moral absolutes emanate not from man but God. However, I doubt that was Collins' intended message.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15MDNFAN75A39?ASIN=0439023521	Meh.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My friends read this book and loved it.  So I was really looking forward to it ya' know?  Well, I borrowed it from a friend, began reading it one afternoon, and guess what?  I finished it that same afternoon.  It was very interesting, until the last hundred and fifty pages.  Unfortunately, that's about half the book.<br/><br/>Let's take the main character.  Katniss.  A poor young girl living in a distopic society in the future.  To get food, she hunts in the forest.  With a bow.  Wait!! This is the future!!  Oh, wait, let's set it in the future but not have anything futuristic about it!  Yay!  In the beginning, she hunts with her friend Gale.  She repeatedly expresses that there is no romantic interest there.  In the beginning, she is mildly interesting, but nothing special.  Then, she is chosen for the annual Hunger Games.  The Hunger Games are a gladiatorial fight to the death between 24 12-18 year olds from all the districts of the country.  2 from each district.  Now you're thinking,  hmm, interesting.  That's what I thought.<br/><br/>Next, the male lead, Peeta Mellark.  He is the male from are heroines district to be chosen.  Unfortunately, he is completely unlikable.  He's dull, uninteresting, annoying, self-interested, egoistical, etc.  Unfortunately, he is the romantic interest.  HOW???????<br/><br/>Now, the plot.  Essentially, Katniss is the ""tribute"" from her district.  She goes to the arena, trains, etc.  She goes into the arena at the beginning of the games.  She runs away, not partaking in any action.  It gets interesting when Peeta ""joins"" a group of so called careers, who trained during their childhood for the games.  Right now, I thought, ""Yes! Now we don't have to deal with him as a good-guy!""  How wrong I was to be.  Katniss runs around the arena, doing nothing, avoiding the others for several days.  Then it is announced that the two chosen from a district can win together.  Katniss, apparently obtaining newfound feelings for Peeta, begins to search for him.  Remember how I described Peeta in the previous paragraph.  She finds him, injured, of course.  In the leg, so there's not a chance of him really dying.  Naturally.  She figures out that if she pretends to have a romantic interest with Peeta, her ""sponsors"" will get her food, medicine, etc. by parachute.  Unfortunately, Peeta never figures out this is fake.  Except that eventually, when our protagonists have won (of course, the protagonist never seems to lose in this situation) she actually does develop a real romantic interest for him.  AAAAAAAAAAARRRRRRRRRRRGGGGGGGGGGGGGGHHHHHHHHHHHHH.<br/><br/>Yeah, it was hailed as ""original"" etc.  Really people?  Ever heard of a guy named Steven King?  Nope, guess not.  He wrote ""The Long Walk""  which had essentially the same plot, without the contrived romantic sub-plot that ruins the story.<br/><br/>Overview:  I was sorely disappointed with this book.  I do not recommend it.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TNA95Y5TMPQC?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The first in the hunger games trilogy definitely gets you hooked!  This was a quick easy read that keeps you on the edge of your seat with every twist and turn!  I highly recommend it!</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22OY1U4RKE7IB?ASIN=0439023521	Once you start, you can't stop	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I hadn't read a book in one sitting in years. Then The Hunger Games came out and broke that streak. It's just first-rate storytelling. Great protagonist, great premise, killer pacing.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MK325OSX910Y?ASIN=0439023521	Cunfused	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">im really upset. i bought this book and i dident find any resipees in it. i was hungry and saw the name and figured it was a game that helped hungry peeple find food. im still hungry.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPEOP6BSK7IM1?ASIN=0439023521	did not enjoy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I believe this book was intended for much younger readers.  I do not like the violence and the story line.  I wonder what this generation is coming to.  considering my age I would not recomment this for most readers.  just don't ""get it"". I would not purchase the other two books in this series.  I talked to my grandson so I know the ending BUT.......just not to my liking!!</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XMHS1H326WO6?ASIN=0439023521	not for me, can't finish it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This must be an unexpected review with the opposite tone to most the good review here about the book. I think it just my mistake to buy the book coz I was tempted by the hype and the WOM about this book.. Unfortunately this is not the book for me, not my kind of book and more for younger readers, can't finish it, and sadly I cant have it to be traded-in here at Amazon..</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3ER6U9DCAZ6NF?ASIN=0439023521	just picked it up	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i'm only 45 pages in and already hooked.  i felt compelled to write a review before finishing.  if you like strong, cool heroines... adventure and love, then give it a read.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMUSGGTDD3840?ASIN=0439023521	It's great...if you're into Twilight.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'll admit it--I'm probably a little too old for this book, which may have a lot to do with my opinion. But a friend of mine was going on about it, and it was on sale, and I needed a short read on the flight back to school. So I bought it.<br/><br/>To Collins' credit, the book IS a page turner. But the reason for said page-turning switched abruptly as soon as the fluffy teen romance started up--at some point, I just wanted it to be over.<br/><br/>While the MC, a 16-year-old pseudo-tomboy named Katniss, is at once more likable than her Twilight counterpart (largely due to her take-no-prisoners attitude to anyone who isn't close friend or family), the charade gets rather stale after hearing how much her personally is tamped down (or amped up) by her stunning skills with archery. And botany. And stealth. She's also apparently attractive, though, of course, she doesn't know this.<br/><br/>I was willing to overlook all this, even the somewhat nauseating romantic aspects, until I started seeing slightly modified Twilight scenes--a night sharing a sleeping bag with a feverish boy (alright, so werewolves aren't fevered in Forks, but they do run a temperature); a hallucination involving Katniss seeing a potential love interest 'sparkling' in the sunlight; even a *POSSIBLE SPOILER* battle against half-human, half-wolf creatures.<br/><br/>I mean, really?<br/><br/>All in all, it seems like Ms. Collins covers up the aspects borrowed from elsewhere with an admittedly intriguing plot, plus a post-apocalyptic setting.<br/><br/>I give the book two stars, because I am confident Twilight fans everywhere will rave. And it's nice to see a female heroine who can hold her own.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RKAZC4G17OHC8?ASIN=0439023521	Kids Book that Adults will love too!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My mother-in-law purchased the three book set for my 11-year-old son.  She told me to read it after he finished.  Great book!  It was fun discussing the book with my son.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMI9ZAC7VV3U7?ASIN=0439023521	supercagaliciousespialadosiuos	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book was super awespme great famtastic nerve renching fenominal a great piece of work that i simply could not put down recomended to many all loved it a absolute must</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WNXY05IA35EX?ASIN=0439023521	Wow. An Awesome book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The sample I purchased got me totally glued to the book and when it stop i was desperate to read more so i brougth it. Lots of violence and a little romance and the writing was will done. I could not even put this book down even when i really have to go. Its very addicting and a fun read. Love it so much.<br/><br/> Totally recommended to young teens and older. :D</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14QAQHZZRQW75?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">To all the haters... KNOCK IT OFF!!!!! If you don't have anything nice to say don't say anything! This is the most amazing book ever and you just don't want to admit it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3TPH5HX0KO02V?ASIN=0439023521	Unexpected	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought this book would be a raw storyline geared more around some big conflicts.. but its depth and spectrum was surprising and highly entertaining.. really good book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23LZKKXEYPRI0?ASIN=0439023521	WAKE UP CALL OR PREVIEW?:  YOU DECIDE....	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After reading a number of reviews -- the only thing I will say is:<br/>Go to  www.vigilantcitizen.com  and read ""The Hunger Games:  A Glimpse of the Future?""</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LJ3Q9S8JEI3W?ASIN=0439023521	baobab	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Jabsbekqjdbkwqkfdfggv bug hug. Hugh. Bulge Holbein. Disks bankable. Windowless Alejandro woke new done wore eleven widow done wishes<br/>Jebalajebe owjwnevejqkebqhqk</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2IZ9Q3I06LU1J?ASIN=0439023521	Go to Walmart	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book came to be bent and ripped when I was supposed to have gotten brand new.  I should have just went to the nearest bookstore and purchased it or even Walmart.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQI82LFGJG6LR?ASIN=0439023521	Riviting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought this book yesterday, and could not stop reading. I finished it the same night, it was a recommended read from friends and amazon and I was not disappointed.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGV5U61ZRGUP3?ASIN=0439023521	this is an amaysing book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this is one of the best books i have ever read. i have read alot of books.It makes u feel wat katniss feels see wat katniss sees.you should really read this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HDB9WSMTG1S7?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games by Suzanne collins	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Because it one of the best book. Most read this book it is very important and lovely please read it it is my pleasure to  tell you about  this  magnificent book</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HGTQ2E4W4WO9?ASIN=0439023521	loved reading this!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was so much fun to read - really enjoyed the whole series!  Great characters and well written.  I loved winter's bone, so I am excited about the movie too.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CSZVQWWT6NOH?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put this book down and can't wait to read the second one.  I can't wait to see the characters come to life in the movie when it comes out next year!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3N3Z60CQRTXWL?ASIN=0439023521	This book was AMAZING!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">At first I wasn't particularly interested in reading this book because it wasn't the typical drama/romance book I usually read. But then after reading the reviews I decided to go ahead and give it a chance. I was absolutely right, there was nothing typical about this book, it was so much more! An amazing read! Highly recommended!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WAV8JDC3CWJC?ASIN=0439023521	Where did my book go?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am part of prime and I checked out this book. I look at 3:45 in the afternoon, not even twenty four hours after I checked it out and it is GONE! Please fix.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RV8PX2LDC82ZO?ASIN=0439023521	Kellie C	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wonderful book. I could not put this down. I recommend this to anyone who loves a great story. I have the next book in this series and will start on it today.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BJB2YS4W7XYE?ASIN=0439023521	disappointed with the ending...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought this was a riveting read... until the old cliffhanger ploy. At least if you're going to do that... mention it in the beginning - and have the next volume ready.<br/><br/>I really didn't like the way it left it. Instead of wrapping up the whole ordeal and making us wonder 'what's next?' it just made me angry with Catnip!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NGUZP9ONI3BI?ASIN=0439023521	Not my taste	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I ordered this book because my granddaughter loves the story, has read all the books and has the one video they have released so far. It just isn't my taste.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14JXJ0XSX35MZ?ASIN=0439023521	Can't stomach kids killing kids	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I know tons of people (adults and kids) who LOVE this trilogy, and I thought I would too, but I am definitely not a fan. I just can't stomach the subject matter. I love a good, suspenseful, hard-fought good-triumphs-over-evil story: murder mysteries, spy thrillers, Harry Potter, Lord of The Rings, etc, but I didn't find any good triumphing over evil in The Hunger Games. Perhaps the next two books rectify that, but I have no desire at all to read them, and from what I've heard (even from fans), that doesn't happen. It reminds me too much of the young boys taken from their families in war-ravaged Africa and forced to be soldiers, trained to murder, ordered to kill or be killed.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RB9CC0OTY7M7?ASIN=0439023521	Life Changing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book! A real page turner, full of twists and turns and adventure. Very different from anything i've ever read. Can't wait to read the next one!</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RAUY9UPPPSXQL?ASIN=0439023521	great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this is easily one of the best books i have ever read. It is action packed and exciting and kind of humorous too. good for most ages but it does get bloody.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1X9GZXA8HXBKX?ASIN=0439023521	Dark book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It is a well written book that I would not chose to read again.  I will not read anymore of them in the series.  Evil wins and I chose for evil to not win.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4TXLX7N77JB8?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was an excellent book.  I didn't think it would be such a page turner, but I was wrong. Couldn't stop reading and wanting to see what would happen.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GFJ32GRTY56R?ASIN=0439023521	Find a way to be a rebel	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">In the The Hunger Games, the protagonist finds a way to mock the system while being forced to comply with the system. Isn't that what we all want to do?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RU13JZ9FQU7E?ASIN=0439023521	Received wrong item	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I can't write about the product because I rec'd the wrong item.  I contacted customer service, but was never mailed a return mailing label.  Very poor.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R276KNWB02JGB0?ASIN=0439023521	Love	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely loved this book. The entire trilogy is amazing. Easily one of the best teen fictions I've ever read! I was hooked after the first chapter.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8YXGJFIHF7BB?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger Games is a really great book for people of varying ages. Quick read and truly a page-turner. Also the second book to the sequel is just as good!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R295AAOT7WRNLE?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'd read this book already, but purchased it for the holiday toy drive. nSuch a great read, and perfect for jr. high school age<br/>Great price on amazon</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2QAVI82HNTPRT?ASIN=0439023521	Love it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very good read! Very easy to read, definitely for ""young adults,"" however still great! I have already begun reading Catching Fire and I love it also!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8P68R6SDKFT2?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent story!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I knocked this book out in two days. Excellent, captivating story (and I'm 37). Loved the suspense, the imagery, the twists...impossible to put down!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28Q4IV9ONE12L?ASIN=0439023521	I am in Love!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a must read series. It is impossible to put down...one book a day! <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Catching-Fire-The-Second-Book-of-the-Hunger-Games/dp/0439023491"">Catching Fire (The Second Book of the Hunger Games)</a></span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34PRZVKJKNA89?ASIN=0439023521	the hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I sure didn't rush and buy the other books. Very inappropriate for young children.  I will never let my grandchildren read this or see the moviem</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYLJG4DKCTCSO?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing book!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't stop reading!!  Easy read with great image forming detail. Lacks a time frame but amazing book all in all! Can't wait to start book 2.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DT64JSWM3528?ASIN=0439023521	the hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love this series!  It is a must read for everyone.  One of the only books I've read in awhile that keeps you engaged until the very last word!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Y0FRYKOC0SNG?ASIN=0439023521	I never got it!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I never got it. I ordered kindle version and it never arrived to my device. Very disappointed. Can't get ahold of anyone. No returned emails.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3B5LEMJENQ88F?ASIN=0439023521	Dragged out..........	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't like how this book dragged out soooooo much. I was about half way through the battle and wanted to know what happens at the end already. I personally don't like Peeta. Also, the author should have wrote in more action. The love between Peeta and Katniss is awkward. Hope this helps!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KX2IX0RWCFBG?ASIN=0439023521	pointless book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read it, and burned it.  An entire book dedicated to a group of people killing each other for sport is not my idea of a worthwhile read.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1W7V7EES2M0Z?ASIN=0439023521	Not light reading	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Ordered by accident, should have returned.  There is enough stress reading the newspaper or watching the news. I like lite entertainment.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3C8YLZHNP7FCC?ASIN=0439023521	Surprise	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Was unsure if I would like this book but I am now on book two and have sent the first book to my Grandaughter. Fast entertaining reading.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2I4QAH9H5OZXA?ASIN=0439023521	Great service	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great quick service.  Received the book with in two days.  I'm really enjoying the book and I hope to do business with you again soon! :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZOAFGSRJZU3Y?ASIN=0439023521	Definitely not my choice of book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Katniss makes me frustrated.  She has no feeling or emotion, and she is mean, harsh, and rude to Peeta.  She has no sense of right and wrong, it would appear.  This book was hard to understand, especially because of the poor grammar, and the only truly likable character was Peeta.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSKLV1351ECAK?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Although this book is listed under ""young adults"", it is a compelling read for any adult. The characters were engaging and the storyline was fascinating. The protagonists were believable and I found myself looking for time to continue reading just to find out what happened next.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KW3L5TZP09D5?ASIN=0439023521	Nice Snack, But Not Filling	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fun. Will be forgotten. Tries to be epic, but lacks character. Enders Game, Bio of a Space Tyrant and the Foundation series this isn't.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WDY8RAKSXOSR?ASIN=0439023521	book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I borrowed this book from a friend and liked it so much I bought it for a birthday present for my cousin. Thanks for the fast shipping!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2BMNHT0JATQUK?ASIN=0439023521	Good Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good story. I purchased it used through Amazon and it arrived looking like a new book. A good way to support recycling and save money!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R4OIB9VC06JU8?ASIN=0439023521	I loved this novel	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was by far the most exciting novel that I have ever read. Suzanne Collins has a gift and I would love to read more of her books.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3C311QMLRS5RA?ASIN=0439023521	momika	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great writing! I couldn't put it down. This author really makes the characters come alive. I will definitely purchase the next book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HYWZ53RT93N4?ASIN=0439023521	Love this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is definitely a page turner - love it! I can't wait for the next one. It also arrived very quickly and in great condition!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HCJ49UK8NY6Z?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was a great book! You will get caught up in the characters right away! Definately worth reading! Can't wait for the movie now!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2V5NZ8LO1KKEG?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent book with such an awesome story line.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is definitely worth your time. It is very well written, as are the other two. Definitely in my top ten fiction this year.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RALVFZ1SW3ZNQ?ASIN=0439023521	If you aren't already convinced...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Ok, if you haven't read this book yet, I am sorry. It is truly my favorite book. So if you aren't already convinced, BUY THIS BOOK!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R146A9UYOK9Q8G?ASIN=0439023521	Awesomenessly Amazingly Superdeetastic book!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book would be great for both girl and boy. The love story is not too mushy for guys and the fighting is not too gruesome  for the girls. The author did a superb job in incorporating feelings that both genders can relate to. I recomend this book to any sane reader.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R170NNA2SUS2WU?ASIN=0439023521	the Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't actually read the book. I borrowed it and could not get into it so returned it to Amazon. It made no sense to me at all.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IN80KZXMZ9JR?ASIN=0439023521	One star	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Bad plot line and characters.<br/>A horrible waste of time. Don't read it. 2 days of my life wasted.<br/>Also a waste of money.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGUUDY2XQ6C52?ASIN=0439023521	the hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">the hunger games is the best book ever!  I read all 3 books in the series and thought they (the books)were amazing!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSQS4W60LGCVK?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">omg i love this book my fav character is rue!!!! shes so cute but sad when she gos it sucks but thats the way it works... !!!!!!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HYRBJN8OWWJP?ASIN=0439023521	Blah blah.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Escherichia Facebook  hugging gnocchi bedded thinning the hole again and again and again and again and again and again and again</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5B0NC4NUHXE7?ASIN=0439023521	This had a lot of killing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book had so much killing. it was terrible. i wouldnt read this book if i had to... it was good... but it wasnt the best book</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8KA7BYYFSS5U?ASIN=0439023521	Great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was sent to me in a very timely manner, and the book was in amazing condition. I would definitely buy from this person again.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZ239V17A4IHK?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a fantastic series. I read it in an entire weekend, so hard to put down. I highly recommend this to anyone and everyone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFQSF2WSL2FF?ASIN=0439023521	None	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i normally dont read. at all. but when a friend recommended this book to me i couldnt put it down! definitely worth your money.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1RTAQBAIOC7NK?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games Hardback	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Good read, arrived in perfect condition and on the time predicted; also purchased companion volumes and give them equal ratings</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJJUI807IO9PA?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing and addicting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Once I started reading, I couldn't stop.  I just had to get the next two and keep reading.  The sequels were just as rivetting!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22JM4Z2SQW61I?ASIN=0439023521	better than expected!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Was skeptical, with hype but after the 3rd chapter couldn't put it down! Finished it in a day. Quick, easy, entertaining read.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R150JX0WIGR0C2?ASIN=0439023521	Sick sick sick.  DO NOT let your children read this!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I only give this book one star because I can't give it no stars.  The entire book is filled with murder, death, torture, manipulation, and in general a total disregard for humanity as a whole.  I just want to make sure that people aren't buying into the hype and handing it over to their children thinking it would be a nice bedtime story.  It wouldn't, trust me.  I am an adult, an avid reader of fiction, horror, science fiction, fantasy and romance.  This book has made me sick to my stomach, and I have a very strong stomach.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9EZDJUFFKZVR?ASIN=0439023521	RHE BOOK THAT NEVER CAME	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I FOUND  THE BOOK INTERESTING AS I TRIED TO SEE ITS VALUE FOR TEENAGERS.  UNFORTUNATELY I HAD TO BUY FROM A BOOKSTORE AS AMAZON NEVER DELIVERED IT INSPITE OF CHARGING ME FOR IT.  I GUESS IT WAS WORTH PAYING FOR IT TWICE AS IT DOES GET INTO THE TEENAGE MIND.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SNUA072CSUW?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games BEST book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i love this book. i couldnt put it down its way better then twilight n those other books. i cant wait til the movie comes out</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PWSVJ90CJQ9L?ASIN=0439023521	Loved it! Face paced...couldn't put them down!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I seriously read all three of these in less than a week...even with work and a one year old! I just could not put them down!!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R321KQW9Q0ZTUH?ASIN=0439023521	It pauses continually throughout the movie. I need to return it.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The movie pauses continually throughout. It's really frustrating and I need to return it. Disappointed in the quality of it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFQW92K5DGDFX?ASIN=0439023521	Beautifully gripping!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Suzanne Collins is a master story teller! She managed to take away my sleep for 4 days in a row!!<br/>What an amazing series!</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32RV0RXW0SQHS?ASIN=0439023521	OVERATED! HORRIBLE!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">so...bad! when i got this, i thought it was the awesome, eventful book everyone said it was. its not! dont waste your time!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/REIA75LQH4QQM?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A must for all fantasy fans. The other two following books are an awesome continue of the first one. Can just recommend it.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23FRGWACPC31N?ASIN=0439023521	Good youth book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I enjoyed this book, but it had a little too much fantasy for my taste. I am sure that younger readers would enjoy it more.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NW52KIW4S3O0?ASIN=0439023521	Very, very readable	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Really enjoyed this book, after having had it recommended to me repeatedly over the last year.  Quick, but interesting read</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPI7IXJ9K1GA7?ASIN=0439023521	AMAZING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games was suspensful, in a sense romantic, and action packed. Wonderful book to read, devoured it in 1 sitting!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FP8G4DPSLD33?ASIN=0439023521	Great book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Some might get discouraged when starting this book, but like the other two it starts slow and then you can't put it down.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNVPZT4JTWFNH?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games :(	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The H G is a terrible book i hate how it has kids kill each other the only part that i like about it is the minecraft hg</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NT9KJ7ZQCGI5?ASIN=0439023521	Must read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not put this book down. It had me wanting more with each page turned. Highly recommended for everyone to read.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WFY32TIZSL0K?ASIN=0439023521	Great read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Enjoyed this book immensely and could not put it down. Would definitely encourage others to pick this book up. Read it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3SP4SJVZCS9WC?ASIN=0439023521	WORST BOOK EVER!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this is honestly the worst book i have ever read in my entire life. i will never read a book by suzanne collins again</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1O2V421SQRIG1?ASIN=0439023521	My review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">very good book although took me a while to get into but is a good story overall can't wait to read the rest of them.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ODMOT7H7SM0G?ASIN=0439023521	Great Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A captivating read.  My 2 sons couldn't put down the book. They are enthusiastically reading the rest of the series.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QRJFV1PAZRWX?ASIN=0439023521	coud not put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">great story line. Loved this book! I was hooked from the first chapter. action packed, but with a glimmer of love ;]</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSTSBZS159FR5?ASIN=0439023521	the hunger games review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">amazing.you should go out and buy now.if you like destopion or action types of books then this is the book for you.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QFM9CR194T78?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games for Kindle	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Great book downstreamed to my Kindle immediately.  Plan to order the other 2 in the series, and also see the movie.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RK7FNP3QCHWAW?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put this book down!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book!! It was a fun read and I couldn't put it down! The story is so creative and it kept me guessing.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36LP115L0AUID?ASIN=0439023521	excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Heard the book was better than the movie---I couldn't put any of the books down...read the whole series in 2 weeks</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/REX1CC4IJ2MKS?ASIN=0439023521	cheese is better than this book!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">like the title says cheese is better than this book and i do not like the lady or the dude<br/>cheese i tell you!!!!!</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WM96RR2I672?ASIN=0439023521	loved them all	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I told all my reading friend about this trilogy.<br/><br/>it is very entertaning and creative. I can't wait for the movie.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3CXI3SRAGOWCL?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games Review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">An exellent novel filled with suspense and complex characters. Sure to be an instant hit for kids ages ten and up.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R281C6672PK4HY?ASIN=0439023521	I haven't got the book yet.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I purchased this book about a month ago, and they said that, it should be here between March 9th ~ March 20th or something but it definitely said before Apirl. However, not only I have not gotten the book yet, they charged me. WTF?</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Q6VL1DU5J1QQ?ASIN=0439023521	Not for adults	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">There are two ways to think about this book. It's either a satire of modern reality TV shows like Survivor, or a novelization of a violent 3D video game like Doom.<br/><br/>Either way, the story is not believable and makes little sense..that is, this is not something that could happen in the real world with real human beings. As one example, in real life, arbitrarily and publicly taking away your citizen's innocent children to die violent deaths would lead to a revolt among the provinces, not make one less likely.<br/><br/>The character names, as others have mentioned, are kind of silly, but that's a comparatively minor problem. The violence is gruesome without any redeeming value and the romantic sub-plot serves only to pluck at readers' hear-strings.(The emotional manipulation quotient in this book in general is sky-high...no subtlety here.)<br/><br/>This book is correctly labeled YA. It is predictable and cloying. Grown-ups stay away.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16LAW0DG8NX2X?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent!<br/>Assuming in site to the movie. A mistress of you liked the movie. Can't wait to read the sequel.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RL64XQLJUYT9L?ASIN=0439023521	Best Book I've Read in a While!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very exciting and intense all the way through! I lost myself in this book and that's hard to find! It was great!</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNTLANUN0HFP9?ASIN=0439023521	D	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It's an ok read. The suspense was good in the beginning, I think it stopped to soon, but now I have to read #2</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24ODJLSQY6ISJ?ASIN=0439023521	Riveting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">An action-packed story that draws upon great, post-apocalyptic/post-revolution novels such as ""The Handmaid's Tale"" and ""1984"". I read it in a day and couldn't wait to download the next book in the series onto my Kindle!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2TOFCXGEXFL25?ASIN=0439023521	that was it?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am glad I read it just to see what all the buzz was about.  I am just not that impressed with the writing.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BYKXHAZMRX1F?ASIN=0439023521	Drew	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fairly good this is not required.  I don't  do this . Eighteen words are unnecessary. I hope you are happy.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PQ3KUEBIHQZG?ASIN=0439023521	Fiction	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't enjoy fiction, but that's just about the only type of books that can be borrowed from the library.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RFK15B3BWCBKP?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Did not receive in the mail. Was it coming a different way???? Let me know how it was sent so I can trace.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIUOQI2Q8AWD2?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent book, very original!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book. The story is so original and interesting. I definitely recommend if you enjoyed The Host by Stephanie Meyer. Suzanne Collins' future is so detail, I felt like I was there. Hoping for a sequel!!</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1N5O40OITA9UG?ASIN=0439023521	A+	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought the series for my 20 year old son.  He couldn't put the books down.  He really enjoyed them.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JZKCXBNPBYN5?ASIN=0439023521	i enjoyed reading hunger games on kindle	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">a good story in an easy to read format  i have read the entire triology and enjoyed them  i'll read more</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2B01W84B8COPW?ASIN=0439023521	Emotions	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was such a good book I couldn't stop reading. I never been through so many emotions in one week.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JCAYYBY0RFQB?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved this book. There was so much action.<br/>Now I am on the second book and its so good so far.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2J3V56JKWFWAP?ASIN=0439023521	Not Waterproof	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read the back cover and I was pleasantly surprised that it was waterproof. But, after submerged in a bathtub of liquid it failed to withstand any water, and turned into a pile of mush. Thanks a lot.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1I0JOI4C6XHA3?ASIN=0439023521	Not good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am not a really big fan of hunger games but i am a little young-pretty girl__<br/> yeah thats me</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UCH9O08JZJ9J?ASIN=0439023521	Great Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I liked this book just as much as the first two books. All the books in this trilogy are fun reads.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1O3IJY52EV68M?ASIN=0439023521	Readable, but left me wanting to know a lot more!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is a quick read, full of hold-your-breath suspense and terror. It's not so frightening that it would give the normal, mentally well teenager nightmares, however; and the strength and wit of the main character and narrator, Katniss, makes a strong female role model.<br/><br/>I would have liked to see more depth in all characters besides Katniss, particularly Katniss's family; and more of a description of why North America (and particularly the US) dissolved into such an apparently anarchist or oligarchist structure. It seemed from this novel as though life completely revolved around the Reaping (which it might, for famiilies outside the Capitol), but how had such a genocidal people won the war? If climate change was to blame, how?  And what had different peoples done to cope with it first? And where and what is the resistance to the Capitol? There must be a good lot plotting its overthrow somewhere, in gulags or among its highest echelons.<br/><br/>The kernel of worth in a tale of the downfall of man (aside from its entertainment value) is the lesson it teaches about hope;  hope of how to avoid the abyss, hope of how characters within can escape. In<a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Nineteen-Eighty-Four/dp/0452284236"">Nineteen Eighty-Four</a>, it was in liberty; in <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Fahrenheit-451-A-Novel/dp/0743247221"">Fahrenheit 451: A Novel</a>, it was in freedom of speech; in <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Children-of-Men-Widescreen-Edition/dp/B000N6TX1I"">Children of Men (Widescreen Edition)</a>, it was in our dreams themselves. My hope is that Collins will develop these themes further in the next book of the series. However, this book is a good start which should give her some time and material to do just that.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2STW99P0FI9CQ?ASIN=0439023521	It could've been so much better	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Maybe my mistake for buying this tween drivel, but it WAS advertised originally as an action packed futuristic novel. They lied. I've seen better commericals on nickelodeon than this entire book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30GYHXKS4TBNE?ASIN=0439023521	great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">loved it read it in a day and now enjoying everyone else in the house fight over who gets it next</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RN7FQ8B2CHOF?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I think that the hunger games isn't very fit for me because when I read it I get very sacred. I think it's good for people from 11 and up. this is why I chose 1 star.<br/><br/>carissa. age 8</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3G8A208S8SUW1?ASIN=0439023521	This book was great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was touching. It felt like you were in the hunger games. I jab  to read the next one.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R331JXZ6UITOWF?ASIN=0439023521	I hate this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I hate this book it's a ripoff of battle royale and it so overrated don't waste your time reading this it gets worse every book people just say its popular because of the romance</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RV3WVW6Q754A?ASIN=0439023521	Nope, not for me!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read the series, but was not my style of reading.  I gave it one star as I did read it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PN7YNW562ZNY?ASIN=0439023521	Juvenile melodrama	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is definitely for young readers. As an adult I found it too formulated,simplistic and shallow. A young reader might enjoy it for its<br/>action and formula.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3K5GKT0GHIHLN?ASIN=0439023521	Thank You Stephenie Meyer	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">who suggested this book on her web-site.  I read the whole book on a flight from NYC to LA and I loved it!  It is action packed from the start and you are completely engaged with the characters.  I can't wait to know more about them and get to read more about their world.  I suggested this to any parent or teen.  I've suggested it to my own.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LYWSX6PL8OLQ?ASIN=0439023521	Inappropriate and Disgusting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wasn't ""The Lottery"" assigned reading in HS, so that we could realize that there is a genre of perverse that exists, but keep it short and move on?  Well, here comes a long, infinitely boring and violent account of survival where the goal is to kill other people to stay alive.  The author actually forces the reader into the position of cheering the brutal death of another teen in favor of the surviving protagonist.  And, seriously, who didn't know 10 minutes into the novel that ""Catnip"" would win????  If you like a more perverse and nasty reality than what we already live in, hey, read and ""enjoy""!  I find it a very slick way of desensitizing our outrage and morality.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1C221KYIWSQVW?ASIN=0439023521	Thank You Stephenie Meyer !	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Stephenie is my favorite author and she recommended this book to all her fans and boy she didn't disappoint ! I LOVE THIS BOOK AND EVERYONE SHOULD READ IT FOR YOURSELF !!!</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23POMNJUG9INU?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing book!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This has become one of my favorite books, right up there with the Harry Potter series (though not quite AS good). Not much to say, except READ it! You won't regret it!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQYSWWD48BYIC?ASIN=0439023521	Can't Wait for Sequel	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">From the best-selling author of Gregor the Overlander and the Underland Chronicles. With the Hunger Games, Suzanne Collins has outdone herself. This book was awesome!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1R8KIZ0MWV1DL?ASIN=0439023521	Poor writing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is without a doubt one of the flattest books I have ever read. While my 12 year old daughter loves it, I would recommend other books over it anytime.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29CEQ1SIJZS1L?ASIN=0439023521	A Nightmare	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was sickenly violent.  Children killing children for entertainment is immoral.  I had nightmares as I read the book.<br/><br/>Midge Barnes</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5YC6P7YIORLY?ASIN=0439023521	Save Your Money!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you have nothing better to read, then pick up a TV Guide. Will be more informative, creative and not written for future exploitation.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1AENVU8NL0RVJ?ASIN=0439023521	A message to us all	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I a stark indictment of strong progressive central government.  Hopefully something we might all think about in the coming elections.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZY3WAPOJ19V9?ASIN=0439023521	Not For Anyone Who Enjoys Thinking	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I picked this book up randomly, and I found myself becoming one of those people who finishes an awful book only to see if it gets any better. Honestly, this was worse than Nevermore(Maximum Ride, book 8)! As a writer, I know that a whole bunch of flashbacks is a BAD thing! There were how many flashbacks in this book?<br/><br/>Also, the protagonist, Katniss, is completely unlikable. I've read many stories with characters who were seriously, fundamentally flawed, but still had at least a few redeeming qualities that made the story able to resolve and the reader able to identify with the character. Katniss was seriously, fundamentally flawed, but had no redeeming qualities whatsoever. And there were no moral dilemmas like you'd expect her to have, no moments where her character grew. If you were faced with kill or be killed, don't you think you, as a person, would grow?<br/><br/> It's very challenging to write a likable character that's still pretty awful, but don't show your readers all the backstory. We were shown all the backstory through FLASHBACKS!! It's like an iceberg: only show them the tip, then the character's actions will exhibit the rest. There were no redemptive actions here.<br/><br/>EDIT: So, also, more of what I didn't like about the book.<br/>The writing style was a bit...off. There was too much use of the LY and ING adverbs, which is a total no-no. Now, the premise of the book is a little horrible, too, but I'm not gonna rant about that.<br/>The world-building was sketchy at best (Hey, coal-mining towns, or ""Districts"" aren't always starving and poor) and there's also a bit of a flaw here: If Katniss and Gale are always out hunting and trading the food they get for other stuff, shouldn't they be rich? And also, if hunting is illegal, then how do they get away with it?<br/>The book honestly felt a bit like Ender's Game to me, but without the literary quality and depth of character. Same level of angst, but not the same level of quality. And a similar premise as well.<br/><br/>And I couldn't help thinking-- Oh, convenient that Katniss has always been a light sleeper. Oh, it was convenient that she didn't get a chance to steal from that group's food store, or she would've been blown up! Oh, it was convenient that she's such a good shot. Oh, it seems convenient that this year's Hunger Games was in a forest, like she was used to. Oh, it was convenient that--Okay, I think you get the picture.<br/><br/>All the problems were completely taken care of for them, like her dilemma with Rue. Or medicine or food magically dropping from the sky when they needed them most. I felt no suspense whatsoever because the FIRST PERSON VIEWPOINT CHARACTER NEVER GETS KILLED! When they were about to eat the Nightlock berries, I was like,<br/>""Whatever. Good. Fine; it means I won't have to deal with you anymore.""<br/><br/>If you want good fiction, the kind that makes you think, the kind that makes you care about the characters, don't read The Hunger Games. Don't waste your time on this.<br/><br/>~Harpingonforever</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VKE86CTS6LVJ?ASIN=0439023521	Read this it could change your life	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">All of my friends were begging me to read The Hunger Games, so I bought the book and exitedly started reading. I was expecting an amazing book, I was actually pretty exited. I read through the parts where Katniss volunteers for her sister, gets a makeover, thinking ""Well this is nice but when do the hunger games start?"" Then they did, and I began shaking uncontrolably and felt like vomiting. The reason for this was not the violence, really there wasnt a lot. It was the way the violence was executed. A crippled boy is stabbed in the back trying desperetaly to run. One of the main charecters kills a defensless girl trying to stay warm. And shure it all was a little disturbing but it wasnt the reason I threw this book across the room in anger. It was the fact that the so called heroine did nothing heroic. She ran off into the woods, and diddnt come back until there was only like, two people left to kill. And SHE wasnt even the person to do it. I wasnt expecting her to kill, I expectd dear heroic Katniss to defend the defenseless, rise against the capitol and refuse to fight. If the kids diddnt want to fight then there was nothin the big bads could do and the worst book series in the world could have ended in book one. Katniss was never a true hero. I am being teased and made fun of simply for not liking these books. All I have left to say is this: Why are kids entertained by other kids being forced to kill each other? Why are The Hunger Games so huge when theyre not even written well? There is no hope, no love, no peace. And isnt that supposed to be the moral of The Hunger Games? If we dont clean up our act now we could end up like this! I diddnt see that moral at all in the book. If you want to call me sensitive for not enjoying kids killing each other, go right ahead. But its not sensetivity, its humanity.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RS5WJYFW0HFL1?ASIN=0439023521	Relevant--Reminds Me What It's Like to be a Teen	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I obviously didn't grow up under a brutal dictatorship or have to fight to the death in a warped reality show as a teen, but this moving coming-of-age story reminds me of some of the teenage realities that I had forgotten.<br/><br/>Katniss and her peers are careful about every single word they speak, everywhere, all the time. They never know what will be overheard. They seem youthful to the adults around them, but every time they say something real, they say it with hidden meanings, within other words, so that they can express what they mean without the authorities around them punishing them.<br/><br/>When Gale speaks out against the authorities that run their lives, it's only when they've snuck outside the fence and are away from everyone--she and Gale know they can't speak freely in front of Prim because Prim means well but might repeat what they say and get them in trouble. When Katniss says she's sorry to the red-haired AVOX girl, she says it within an order, so the girl will understand but neither of them will get in trouble with the adults. When Peeta says he'd leave the Capitol if he lived there, he has to make it sound like he's just homesick, acceptable for adult ears.<br/><br/>They're always careful, all the time, always concerned about who's listening.<br/><br/>When I was a teenager, we knew we had to be careful about what we said around who. Oh, you could talk ""teenage rebellion""---within limits. But we knew what we couldn't get away with saying, and we knew who we couldn't talk freely in front of because they might rat us out to grownups. And sometimes we slipped up and got ratted out.<br/><br/>And we knew that when adults spoke of ""free speech"" in the Constitution that it was just a bad joke, that we--as kids--couldn't say what we really wanted. We knew ""free speech"" was something adults wanted us to pretend we had, within their acceptable limits, to make them feel better--as long as we didn't say anything that they didn't like. And we knew we could count on the popular kids (the ""Careers"" in the book) to act like the system was all exactly how it should be.<br/><br/>It's even more so with kids now, with the internet and facebook and their phones and texts. You see the video of the girl whose dad shot her computer because he didn't like what she said, or the girl who had the school have the police interrogate her without her parents because they didn't like something she said on the internet, outside of school.<br/><br/>Kids today have to be feeling even more pressure to be careful what they say, everywhere, all the time, in case their parents or schools will get access or some other kid rats them out for saying something some adult doesn't like. They've always got to be careful to say what they have to say with a double meaning so that if they get caught they have an out. ""Oh, I didn't mean I'd leave the Capitol because I hate Panem's government, I was just a Tribute feeling a little homesick....."" ""Oh, my BFF and I weren't talking about sex with boys, we were talking about...um.... Hey, how about that Justin Bieber, he sure is cute, isn't he?""<br/><br/>I can see why teens identify with this story and these characters, and I think it's a very important book. I'd urge parents to read it, and use it as a starting point to open discussions with their teens about backing up their teens right to speak even--especially--when their parents or schools don't like what the teen has to say.<br/><br/>Parents--read the book, think about it, think about what it's like to live guarding what you say all the time (even when you're not under a horrible dictatorship, it's still not good), and use it as a learning moment.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNPIWWECXTHL0?ASIN=0439023521	1 star reviewers (except those who dislike this book for its violence against children) need to read this review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As a newbie novelist, I have read several books on novel construction. And I also have a keen interest in reading low ratings of novels (one or two stars) to harness some insight on what didn't work for an author's particular book.<br/><br/>After reading through all the one star reviews of The Hunger Games, there are two main points that I would like to address. I'm hoping my thoughts will give a better understanding of this novel's construction and why it was written in such a form. However, as stated in the title of my review, this does NOT pertain to those readers who are offended by the novel's main premise - children between the ages of 12 to 18 who are forced to kill each other - for which, as a parent, I can completely understand.<br/><br/>Also, to make certain my hunch of this novel's writing was correct, I downloaded the first chapter of The Hunger Games. I read through most of the first chapter (and I found it quite compelling, pulling me right in to Katniss' life and description of her world), and plan on reading more.<br/><br/>1. To all those one star reviewers who claim this novel has horrible writing (no great prose or ""poorly written"", lack of a use of sophisticated words, words and phrases repeated many times, etc.) - this story is written in the first person point of view, i.e. Katniss' point of view. Katniss is a teenage girl, of (I'm going to assume, since I haven't read the entire book yet) average to above average intelligence. And since it is from HER point of view, we, as readers, need to realize this. She will describe her world in her words, NOT Suzanne Collins words. What this means - The Hunger Games is not a novel which displays Suzanne Collins' artsy, advanced (or however you want to describe it) writing ability! Suzanne is telling this story through Katniss, and whatever writing ability, speaking ability, and general personality characteristics Katniss possesses - these will create the prose you read in this novel. And, similarly, this applies to Stephenie Meyer's Twilight series novels - Bella is speaking her mind, in her own words, and living her life in her own words (although, to be fair, I haven't read more than a few chapters of these books, so I don't know for certain if this was Stephenie's guiding template).<br/><br/>Trust me, the moment an author intrudes upon a character, placing gracious, flowing prose, and large, advanced words, just to show ""hey, look at me, am I not a super-intelligent and magnificent writer?"", when the actual character would never use such words, neither in thoughts nor in speech, this is the moment a reader will feel a destructive distance and unease from the story and the character(s). We, as authors, need to keep it real!<br/><br/>2. To all those one star reviewers who claim this novel was a rip-off of Battle Royale...oh boy, this is quite annoying. Do I believe Suzanne Collins copied parts of Battle Royale? Well, I can't say for certain, but, as a writer, I will tell you my feelings - the last thing I would ever want to do is copy another author's work! Blaahh!!! I would never want to write again if I had to do that! If an author cannot create a story from scratch, that is meaningful and somewhat precious to the author, in one means or another, then all may be lost. We all want to be original, don't we???<br/><br/>BUT, that said, here is the catch-22. From several of my online readings on novel construction, one thing I learned very early is there are no truly original stories left anymore. Why? Simply because human beings' thoughts and dreams overlap. Yes, we all want to be original, but with so many billions of people upon this planet, the luck of the draw predicts your original story will most likely be similar to a story written before. And I truly believe, though I can't say with absolute certainty, this is the case of the similarities between The Hunger Games and Battle Royale. Suzanne wrote a story, from her own thoughts and from her own view and interpretations of real-life situations. And, unfortunately (at least for many of the one star reviewers - some readers actually enjoy when stories are similar), the two stories are quite alike.<br/><br/>So, one star reviewers, I hope this will enlighten, and maybe change, your disgruntled thoughts on The Hunger Games, only if, as I mentioned earlier, you are simply unhappy with the story because of ""poor writing"" or its similarity to Battle Royale. If you are unhappy with the story's main plot, young people fighting to the death with only one remaining, then you need to find stories that fit your comfort zone.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RAD005A5GX50V?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games... Upsetting but compellingly ingenious	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">****SPOILER WARNING****<br/>I understand how hard these books are to digest. Yes, pitting teenagers to the death and expecting the victor to recover from the horrible two weeks of trauma in that arena is very upsetting (especially when a little twelve year old dies). But it is much like a soldier who comes back from war and is expected to live life normally again. It wouldn't surprise me that they would somehow gain a little bit of PTSD. If you interpret the books further and look past the blood, nudity, and deaths, it is actually a very compelling series about how corrupt human society has become. We (or they) think problems can be solved by law enforcement in the act of violence. The Hunger Games (from the glorified interviews to cold-blooded killings) is almost like a war in a way.<br/><br/>War is bad. There's nothing in the world (ex: ideas, point of views, censoring) that will completely hide the fact that it is bloody, horrific, and all-in-all negative. Positive outcomes or solutions may come out of it, but war in itself is, well, bad.<br/><br/>Yet how Suzanne Collins presents this futuristic situation is ingenious in a very upsetting manner. We all cringe whenever a tribute dies (either it's Cato or Glimmer... or Thresh and little Rue) because we think of how that person could have lived past their 18th year. How they never reached their 20s and were never able to live, have a family, and mature and grow old. And I believe that because she chose children to kill each other instead of adults, we notice how much more unjust the Capitol and President Snow really are. Someone with empathy and compassion for others would see how atrocious this is, yet someone as heartless and selfish as the Capitol people or President Snow would see only the pure entertainment and the vengeance they receive from it.<br/><br/>With all the injustices in these books, I noticed a positive theme that was floating around since the beginning page of the Hunger Games to the last page of Mockingjay: Hope. Hope for survival (and to keep the promise for Prim) was Katniss', and Peeta's, deep-down determination throughout the 74th Hunger Games, even though they kept denying they would win. Hope was evident in Catching Fire with Katniss talking with Thresh's and Rue's family. Also the pearl that was lovingly given to Katniss from Peeta was a symbol of hope for her, along with the dandelion flower. The whole reason for the war in Mockingjay was for the hope that future generations didn't have to live through what past ones did. And in the epilogue, Katniss thought of hope as she watched her children playing in the Meadow, for she knew they would have brighter futures than she ever had. Isn't that what parents strive for? For their kids to have better opportunities, better chances, better knowledge, so they could achieve the greatest?<br/><br/>Yes, the book may pose heart-wrenching themes, but there even throughout all these injustices, all these survivors can still hold on to hope and happiness, even when they've lost their right mind.<br/><br/>Many books I have read had characters put into very similar situations with deaths and wars, but I believe that the authors never truly understood how to apply those real-life reactions to their imagined characters. But with Suzanne Collins, she comprehends it and expresses it in a very powerful way in her novels. It even compelled me to sit and think about how unjust war and murders were.<br/><br/>I highly recommend this entire book series, not just The Hunger Games, for anyone who loves a good story with a deeper, much more psychological meaning in between the lines.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RJRSFW137Y7Y?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I stumbled across this book by accident, I am not a Young Adult, but curiosity got me interested in this book and I decided to check it out. I gobbled this book up it days.<br/><br/>The book takes place in an undisclosed point in the future, where North America, due to a series of wars and natural disasters has become a totalitarian country called Panem. The country ruled by the Capital is divided into twelve districts each district specializing in a special commodity. Each year the country stages a reality like show where each District sends one boy and one girl to the Capital where they fight to the death in a live to TV show called `The Hunger Games'.<br/><br/>The story features a 16 year old girl by the name of Katniss Everdeen, who lives in District 12 which happens to be the poorest district in Panem. She's a tom boy who hunts wild animals and collects fruits/greens in order to feed both her family (her father has died) and to trade for money.  I like Katniss. She's not so perfect that she's threatening to female readers but on the other hand she's independent and self-reliant enough to appeal to boys. As the story goes on it becomes easy to see why she has so many male admirers.<br/><br/>Katniss has a lot of street smarts but is a bit slow in other departments.  She's not outright dumb, but years of hardships and having to fend for her family has seemed to  have given her some low self-esteem. It seems to boggle her mind that anyone would like her or be kind to her. It's one of the things I loved about her and what made her so real.<br/><br/>While there is nothing really original in this story, While the book is very similar to the Japanese book/anime/film `Battle Royale', Lord of the Flies and  New World Order. Suzanne Collins the author manages to tell the story as if it is something completely new. The world building is really phenomenal.  I also found the story to be organic.  An act of defiance at the end was more out of cammderie than some manufactured  `down with the man' type of rebellion. The violence didn't bother me, as this is a very harsh word and people behaved harshly.<br/><br/>While teenage girls might be interested in the girl power story of Katniss or her triangle between the two male characters Gale and Peeta. I was more interested in the world of Panem, and made me wonder what North America would look like as a Totalitarian dictatorship. Most books/films about the future can't help but hearken back to the United States and it being a land of the free and therefore have the characters main aim to get things to be that way again.. But there are no such references in this book. Everything is new.  There are very few English (or even recognizable modern names). I also enjoyed how the mention of future scientific technology was kept to a minimum. It was easier for the reader to fill in the blanks.<br/><br/>I also found it interesting that there was no references to religion, perhaps Collins didn't want to bring it up. But I assumed that any adherents to religion (ie. Christianity) would have been driven underground.<br/><br/>At any rate, I would strongly recommend this book to people of all ages.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17R59IDPEHHHE?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger games Book Review  Julia Carter<br/>Katniss Everdeen, a sixteen year old girl, saves her sister; Prim Everdeen, from being put with a bunch of other teenagers in an arena to fight to death. The teenagers are from ages twelve to eighteen. Katniss volunteers to take her place. The other tribute is Peeta Mallark who has had a huge crush on her ever since he laid eyes on her. When she finds this out though, they are being broadcasted over live television all over the country Panem during Peeta's interview. Panem Is a country split into thirteen districts. It is where North America is today. Sometimes I wonder if North America evolved into a country called Panem or the people just decided to call the land Panem and everyone agreed. I loved the book Hunger Games so much! Most of the way throughout the book I was itching to read more. The book is very suspenseful in some parts. One of the things I loved the most was how well Suzanne Collins described Katniss's dresses made by Cinna. Cinna is her designer. The way Suzanne described them gave me a perfect picture of what Katniss looked like in the dresses. I liked how the book had a lot of details in the story. I could follow the story all of the way through with a good idea of what each of the situations would look like in pictures. The book is visual. One of my favorite parts in the book was when Rue died. Rue died by being captured in a net and speared in the stomach by a boy from district one when Katniss arrived to help her. It was an emotional part in the book. I was very sad! I loved Rue. My favorite character in the book was Katniss because she was the easiest to relate to, like sort of feel how she feels about different things in the story. For example, in the story she doesn't think the capital is right to put young adults in an arena to fight to death and I was thinking the same thing, but I do think it was right to build a story around that because that makes up most of the excitement. Another time we thought alike during the story was when Rue died, she was crying and I was sad as well. I thought it was great to hear that two tributes were able to win as long as they were alive and from the same district. I loved how Peeta and Katniss were able to meet up and beet Cato and Thresh. In my opinion the parade where all of the tributes were in their first costumes in the chariots riding through the crowd of people was very exciting. I liked Katniss's ""girl on fire"" dress was interesting. I think the fact that Cinna lit her cape on fire is what made it interesting. The one with crystals must have been pretty too. The yellow one at the end might have been beautiful as well but I don't think I would like it as much as the others if I were to see them. One thing I didn't like about the Hunger Games was the names. They were strange for example Katniss could have been Katy or Katelin. Peeta could have Peter or something like that but the names that were chosen were strange. Cato and Thresh were weird names too. Glimmer is a pretty name, but why was she called Glimmer? Some of them just don't make sense to me. Another thing I didn't understand was why are the Hunger Games called the Hunger Games? A strange part in the story was the part with the Tracker Jackers. Another part I didn't understand was when Suzanne mentioned Rue watching Peeta and Katniss train in the training center. We never did find out why she was watching them. Other than that, though, I thought the book was excellent. The Hunger Games is one of my favorite books!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R190T9HA5EHDJG?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">idont think this is a good book its very sad and this book can perswaid more people to commit suicide and some kids think its cool because the movie is comming out but think kids will think that killing other kids is ok would you like life to be like this book???????i wouldnt because kids wouldnt be able to have fun and we wouldnt have the experence to be with family because they would all be gone.Ok book not for some people not for younger kids13 and younger :(:(:(:(:(</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMRX80I0NP5PS?ASIN=0439023521	Suprised at all the high ratings.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I arrived on amazon.com to see how others reacted to reading this book. I must say I am completely floored by all the 5-star ratings. I expected 3-4 stars.<br/><br/>&gt;&gt;No spoilers. Some plot revealing.&lt;&lt;&lt;<br/><br/>My reasons for my rating are few and simple. The targeted audience and level of writing seems to be written for pre-teens. Yet there's a clear love story and love triangle that sounds very much like adult books, which dominates the second portion of the book. Also, do you really want kids to be reading about a battle royal where kids are killing kids? You can't write a book with such juxtapositions and expect adults and parents to be too excited about having their kid read this book. I'm never going to let my little girl even think about reading this. It would give her nightmares.<br/><br/>Another reason I rated this with two stars is because the story is utterly predictable, which I hate. The story also stops in its tracks at the end. When I got to the last page I felt like shouting: ""really? REALLY?"" IT may as well say: ""haha! Now if you want the story to continue you have to buy the next book!"" This is a Hollywood book. Need I say more?<br/><br/>This first book of the hunger games is also, in my opinion, a more flamboyant form of the famous short story: ""The Most Dangerous Game.""<br/><br/>I will say this: I can see a gaggle of girls ( kindla like the ones who love twilight saga so much) totally flippin' out over this book. It's got a girl who is a hardcore tomboy (yet still likes boys) totally dominate a fight-to-the-death arena. A love story as well? This can be bliss for some readers; however, get an older well versed reader like me and I have to try my hardest just to finish reading the book.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21P0MPT3T40HN?ASIN=0439023521	Battle Royale?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Honestly I have not read this book, but from the trailers and reviews...<br/><br/>This story sounds like a version of Battle Royale.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VDFH8700F3BH?ASIN=0439023521	I hate it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is pornographic violence.  It was revolting.  The only reason I finished it was because it was a book club read.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21MJM35ROIED2?ASIN=0439023521	Horrible	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was way too violent.  A story about teens who have to kill each other?  What has our society devolved into?</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18ARVGT8KW1MS?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent story!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought this book after reading Stephenie Meyer's recommendation on her website. I lost myself in the story - turning each page wondering what was going to happen. Very powerful and engaging read.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2L8Z6ZT73S8WA?ASIN=0439023521	NO way	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I did not like it! Also i read it to mah dog and it said it was terrible but thats just my perspective.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ND3RLTI2G635?ASIN=0439023521	very boring, very dull	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i was given a list of books over the summer to read for my summer reading requirement. I love to read, so when i saw the hunger games on the list i was very excited because i had heard from people at school that the book was very interesting. But when i got the book i was dissapointed to find the book was extremely boring. i was having a hard time staying awake while reading it. the book is about the united states in the future. the states have separated into disticts. the main character, katniss lives in district twelve. every year there is a competition called the hunger games. twenty-four contestants are picked randomly. one boy and one girl from each district are picked. the people who are picked are called tributes and each of the twenty four tributes must compete in a massive free for all deathmatch(if you have played call of duty you know what i am talking about). thegames do not end until all but one tribute has been killed. the winner will gain fame, fortune, and best of all, live to say that they survived the hunger games. believe me this book may sound interesting to you now, but i gurantee you will not like this book. the only action that happens comes at the last twenty five pages of the book. that is all i have to say about the hunger games. this is u want the truth signing out. be sure to check out my other reviews that will be coming soon.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QEWHJUVZ04EA?ASIN=0439023521	Brutal Plot	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you want to read a book about kids killing other kids, then this book is for you.  If you would like read about an otherwise sympathetic main character breaking the bloated fingers of a girl she has killed to pry a bow and arrow from her hands, and then to rejoice at her good fortune in obtaining the lethal weapon, then this book is for you.  In this story, 24 innocent children are plucked from their district and pitted against each other in a life and death struggle.  These hitherto innocent and peace loving children have been chosen by a starvation induced lottery system to become killers, and they do.  All the kids become killers with little to no self-reflection, even the main characters who are supposed to be 'good'.  There are profound situation ethics problems that are proposed by this story that are unsatisfactorily answered.  If you read this book, read it with your eyes open to the unethical actions of all the adults and children involved created by this author.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2N9QR57AVIRXJ?ASIN=0439023521	insipidly boring, bland, and colorless - a book for the PSP generation	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I just picked up the book after hearing all the hype about it because of the movie and hoped to read a fast paced gripping piece of sci fiction.  I wasn't expecting genius, depth, just some light entertainment.  I thought it might be like an Ender's Game - a fun and tantalizing if ridiculous scenario, some interesting characters, and a good flow.I was sorely disappointed.  How this book bored me to death - I do not want to count the ways.  It reminded me of the PSP video games my nephews plays endlessly. Fun tantalizing if ridiculous scenarios, full of  killing but insipidly flat paced, repetitive, and sanitized of any real emotion.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3N6K9TNW3IZE2?ASIN=0439023521	Great book, just needed to remember that it's a YA book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really enjoyed The Hunger Games a lot. Like most people, I had a hard time putting it down! It was a quick read (which is great for a mom taking classes and working). I always tell people it's the opposite of Lord of the Rings where Tolken might spend pages talking about a rock (ok, I know that's an exaggeration, but there were times when it truly felt that way). Collins gets right to the point and right to the story. My only problem with this book are the emotions of the characters. I have to keep reminding myself that this is a young adult book and that could be the reasoning behind it. Unlike Crime and Punishment where the main character went mad because of killing a woman, I feel that the characters in the Hunger Games hardly express any emotional response to killing other kids. I'm also surprised that there aren't teenagers who just sit and cry when the games begin or contemplate suicide. It's a horrific situation that these people are thrown in to annually and I just don't feel that the response of these children are accurate. But once I get over that part of the book, I find that it's a great story, wonderfully written for the type of book that it is, and one that I would enjoy reading again!</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ED2JF9P1L7Z9?ASIN=0439023521	and that because of the middle	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read the book because a few friends said that the book was better than the movie. So being the curious George that i am when it comes to literature, i decided to read this book from amazon prime membership. The book started off slow. I did not like that. It did not quickly grab my attention like many others in my library. But once you get to the arena, it starts to take off. the conflict between competitors and trainers was the best part, and the fights within the storyline was good too. But the problem with this book is one... it starts off with old English settings making you think it was during the, what i call Camelot times. and later, you find out that it more within futuristic times. You cannot have both together. And the twists on how the last competitor gets killed, was stupid in itself. And the stupidest part was the love conflict. I mean, that was like Suzanne Collins took the definition of stupid and turn it into stupid love. I'm glad that i got it for free because if i would've paid for it, i would've gotten a refund. I will not be continuing to read the rest of the trilogy.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PR1WG005E1JY?ASIN=0439023521	BEYOND SICK	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm a twelve year old. In other words, I'm who this book is intended for. And  found it SICK. I'm utterly disgusted by Suzanne Collins, who actually came up with this perverse idea. People like this book because it shocks them. Okay. I'm fine with that. Because the only other option is that they enjoy and anticipate each death, as readers, but also as would the Capitol audience. And don't tell me that's impossible, because people ued to pay and hire people to fight to the death as gladiators. But back to the subject; you like the book because it shocks you. But why does it shock you. Usually, when something shocks you, it is because it is a terrible, wrong, disgusting and revolting something. And this is in no way an exception. So those people who rated it five stars? Two options. Either you're dense or you're cruel.<br/><br/>The characters were pathetic. Every single one of them was a coward. If they'd had any guts, they would have refrained from slaughering each other. This would have made them people with principles, a sense of right and wrong. They would have had the courage to brave the wrath of the Capitol. They would have had the courage to die, to avoid becoming a killer. Had but one person refused to fight, this person would have inspired a revolution. If the districts were still living in oppresion, they had no one but themselves to blame. Katniss was an arrogant, selfish, and self centered person, if you could even call her that. Peeta was stupid and shallow.  Not even remotely likeable. And all the other tributes weren ' t even portrayed as people, but as killing machines with names to make their deaths more excusable.<br/><br/>Don't even get me started on the games themselves. SC has a brutal imagination. The whole thing made me feel sick. So I shall avoid the topic, as  imagine any human with feelings can very well guess what I choose not to relate.<br/><br/>I hated all the events preceeding thr games. Oh, so you have a 'brilliant stylist', do you? I don't quite know why that phrase irked me so much. But I do know why Katniss talking in her interview, and civilly at that, did. She would have been so much more likeable to me if she told the audience to shove off. And the fact that the tributes go for an 'angle' and can't even act like their own selves during their interview, is beyond revolting. You've got to think, they have a pretty high  chance of dying. Then do they want to be mourned for who they are or who they pretended to be?<br/><br/>My opinin of SC is low. As in LOW. Her book is sick and disturbing. I have no doubt SC would act just as the caracters in her book did should she be put in the same situation, and that only lowers my opinion of her. And the fact that she even thought up the perverted concept of pitting children against each other on live television is horrifying to me.<br/><br/>DO NOT READ THIS BOOK. Not because its a bad book or a waste of time, which it most certainly is, but because it will do irrevocable damage to your concept of courage and value and belief in the goodness of humanity should you actually like it. If you must read it, do not buy it. SC does not deserve her money, which you are about to find out for yourself.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3559GHXJEZKE6?ASIN=0439023521	Is this Book for Adults --- A Review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This review is aimed at the adult asking the question ""is The Hunger Games for adult readers?""  To be clear the book is listed as being for children and young adults so rating this book for an adult audience isn't really fair.  That said and enough people have asked this question, including myself, that I thought I should review it from that perspective.  If I think back to my teen years I am quite sure I would have rated this book much higher.  So, if you are in that target demographic I'd say you can ignore the rest of the review and go ahead and start reading.  If, however, you are an adult then this review is for you.<br/><br/>The best one word description I can use to describe this book is ""shallow"".  Going for two words and I'd say ""one dimensional"".  As an adult reader the concepts in this book are not shocking in the same way that they would play to a younger audience.  Life experiences and many more years of reading and movie watching having gotten us to a point where life and death itself isn't enough to keep us going.  If this book were written for adults it would have included substantially more information and backstory on the characters, the locations, the politics, etc.  The event itself as portrayed in this book would have been wrapped around a significant effort to make us feel what it would be like living in this world.  Motivations would have been explored, events creating and shaping the world would have been explored, and certainly a semblance of who these characters are (good and bad) would have been explored.  Yet what we actually get is entirely flat lacking any nuance, perspective, or depth required to make the events come alive.  Viewed from a single point and perhaps it looks pretty, but once you move your head from side to side or start walking left or right, you realize that only the facade exists being propped up by simple 2X4's.  There are events that I have heard younger readers express real emotion towards; however, when I reached those moments I didn't blink.  Why?  Because there was so little building to it and so little invested that it simply had no resonance.  An event itself isn't enough; we need context and depth of character in order to bring about any real emotional response.<br/><br/>I don't think The Hunger Games has any cringe worthy teenage moments such as you might find in other books targeted at this demographic.  You probably won't roll your eyes too many times.  Yet, you won't remember this book shortly after putting it away.  It is very much like those cable moves that feature a template experience which is surrounded by ""B"" level actors.  These are ones where an earthquake threatens the world, a tornado threatens the world, a wave threatens the world, a volcano threatens the world, a meteor threatens the world, etc.  Perhaps it is a dreary weekend afternoon or you are home ill and you tune in just to pass the time and be mildly entertained.  Once it is over you are hard pressed to remember much outside of the main theme and days/weeks later you generally forget you even saw it.  Frankly this isn't too far away from The Hunger Games.  Quick mildly entertaining read with no compelling staying power because there isn't much there.<br/><br/>Is the Hunger Games for adults?  Obviously from the above you can guess my answer.  It would certainly be no crime or embarrassment for an adult to read the book, just understand it wasn't meant for you.  It is not going to have the same resonance nor was it intended to.  I personally don't have any intention of reading the other two books, but who knows, perhaps one dreary Saturday afternoon I will be in the mood for a cable movie in book form...</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1Z1OEHE204WKJ?ASIN=0439023521	Solid story overshadowed by hype	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Because of this novel's immense popularity, I feel no need to summarize the plot. Therefore, I'll just get right to my critical appraisal.<br/><br/>First, here's what I enjoyed: The story features a strong female protagonist in an imaginative, action-packed tale. Katniss Everdeen is a thoughtful, introspective, multi-dimensional adolescent who has learned to be self-reliant and resourceful; not only are these admirable qualities for the protagonist of a YA novel, but Collins has developed the character of Katniss in a believable and compassionate fashion. The novel also contains subtle undercurrents that suggest a critique of social injustice based on gender and class as well as a condemnation of perverse forms of contemporary entertainment--the Capital of Panem oppresses the residents of the 12 districts, forces each district to sacrifice 2 youths each year to compete in the fight-to-the-death hunger games, and markets the endeavor as a patriotic, crowd-pleasing spectacle.<br/><br/>Now, here's the stuff that didn't impress me so much: I don't mean to damn this novel with faint praise, but along the spectrum of YA lit, defined at its poles by the ""Twilight"" novels (at the nadir) and the Harry Potter books and the Chronicles of Narnia (at the acme), ""The Hunger Games"" rests comfortably closer to Harry and Narnia than it does to Twilight. I suspect, however, that the book has fallen victim to the Hollywood Hype Machine (somewhat ironic, considering its indictment of brutality packaged as popular entertainment). I say this because the effulgence surrounding ""The Hunger Games"" as a Cultural Phenomenon seems to have overshadowed its slightly-better-than-mediocre literary value. Yes, it's well written, interesting, and hard to put down. But it's also quite insubstantial--it doesn't resonate and provoke thought, as fine literature should. Perhaps I'm being unfair to expect these qualities of YA literature, but J.K. Rowling has set the bar high--and I think it's wise to keep it there. Perhaps I should reserve judgment until I've read all three novels in the series (a colleague with a keen sense of YA lit has advised me that the trilogy is designed to be read as one complete narrative). Therefore, I'll restrain my complete appraisal until after I've read all three. I suppose my interest in reading the remaining two novels is a sign of its potential. To be continued...</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZRM3AG1V5G61?ASIN=0439023521	Not worth the read. Not for young Adults	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book after it was given to my 13 year old son as a Birthday present from an Aunt. He wasn't interested in it, so I took it up to read. I have read all three books, in the hope that they would get better.  Well they don't. Yes, they do have some worthwhile characters, and the plot is interesting here and there, but these books are dark, depressing, hopeless, and just not worth the read. To tout that they are for 'Young Adults' is irresponsible. They are too violent, and get more and more so as the books go on. They scoff at modesty, as if it's an unheard of thing in the world. These books are simply not worth the read. I am looking for books that stay with me. That are worthwhile, that show a real struggle, and character development. That speak of eternal truths. I didn't see any of that in these books. I only saw a failed attempt at those goals. Another reviewer compared them to the Lord of the Flies. These are no where near the quality of that book. I don't have the time to waste on books like this. Hours of reading, hoping in the end that it would be worth my efforts and hopes, but totally disappointed. If you want to read a dark book with substance, and a reason to keep going, read Charles Dickens's, Great Expectations'.  Or read Watership Down. I am starved trying to find good books, worth reading. And the Hunger Game series does not satisfy. Not worth the time, not worth the money, not worth the effort. I seriously wish I could write a different review, because I love to read, and there's nothing better than finding a good book that I want to read again and again. Finding such books is getting harder and harder. But all media seems to be going the same way: cheep entertainment, no real substance. Trying to be moving and a revelation; only to fall into a big mess of 'Blah'! and in the end? Disappointment. Perhaps the problem is not in the books themselves  but the quality of the current, popular writers. Not in their writing style so much as their personal beliefs. Which just don't ring true to me. I felt the same way after trying to read the Harry Potter series; and the first Twilight book. A feeling of slime at the end, and frankly, just not worth the effort.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VKEUKW3IAZ59?ASIN=0439023521	Dystopian Allegory for Idiots	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Disturbing content?  Ok, well it's violent, but it lacks the credibility to be truly disturbing.  And deeply thematic?  Gimme a break!  ""Killing is bad.""  ""Freedom is good.""  Ta-dah!  Hardly revolutionary or even really interesting.  Read any number of other and better dystopian novels - like Ender's Game, Catch 22, 1984 or Paradise Lost.  They have the thematic nuance, subtly, and multi-layered development both in plot and in character to make them classics.<br/><br/>A little research and some attention to detail rather than the inclusion of prolific violence and an adolescent (thematically speaking) love triangle would have done wonders for this book.  Geez!  Her half-attempt to make a statement about Roman gladiators is truly laughable.  For example, she has little to no concept of the history of the Roman names she's included, and then failed to give interesting names to her main characters!<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is like a violent version of a Nicholas Sparks novel.  This is dystopian allegory for those with little or no academic background.  All in all, completely forgettable.  To be honest, I only finished it because I was required to do so for school.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RY02KUQXCIQFF?ASIN=0439023521	THIS BOOK IS FANTASTIC!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I must say that this is the best book I've read in a LONG time!! This is up there with one of the best books I have read, EVER!! When I read about this book, I read that it was a young adult book, but adults will like it.  When I started the book, i saw that the girl was 16 and i thought, ""why am i reading a kid's book? How is this going to be?""  But seriously, this is a book that adults and older teens will LOVE!!! I couldn't put this book down, I wanted to call off of work to finish it, but at the same time I didn't want it to end because I enjoyed reading it so much!!<br/>Not to sound cheesy, but the characters really come alive and you really feel what they are feeling.  This book brought tears to my eyes, made me wince, shake my head, and laugh.  I must say that reading this book was truly a pleasure, and as SOON as I am finished with this review I am starting book 2!</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R17UUTHEEYGR3H?ASIN=0439023521	Better Books Out There	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Poorly written; weak plot; boring details about supply inventories; J.K. Rowling wannabe cooking up  creatures like ""muttations"" and ""tracker jackers"", and somewhat ""magical"" potions with instant healing powers make for a waste of time of a book. If you really want to read something about survival, read ""The Road"". If it's really kids killing each other that you're looking for, read the good old classic ""Lord of the Flies"". At least you'll find emotion, true terror, and messages about society and humanity in those two novels. You'll find none of those in The Hunger Games, a truly vapid tome.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3O8JNNAK43YA4?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The story is absurd. The world has collapsed and North America is divided into fenced ghettos. Each year a boy and girl from each ghetto are sent to the dominant territory to fight to the death. Technically they are picked at random but substitution is allowed. Technically they are not supposed to train, but many do. One of the entrants is a young girl with no ""training"" except that her ghetto raises apples and she has learned to jump from tree to tree like a squirrel while ""picking apples"". Not a very efficient way to actually get apples out of a tree.<br/>It is not good science fiction and it is weak fantasy. As a teen romance novel it must work based on its popularity, but it's been a while since I was a teen and it just left a bad taste in my mouth</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RF88EAEXK6A3I?ASIN=0439023521	Derivative, but not literature.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">While reading the book, I concluded that it was derivative of five principal sources: Shirley Jackson's short story ""The Lottery""; the Jim Carrey movie The Truman Show; the TV reality show ""The Survivor""; William Golding's Lord of the Flies; plus the long, long list of overdone dystopia movies and stories. It was certainly a riveting story that was hard to put down. But let's not confuse it with classic literature. There is virtually no character development. Katniss is the same person at the end of the book as she is at the beginning. There is no serious moral lesson in the book, no catharsis, no eureka moments. All we gain from reading it is a dissatisfying rush of adrenaline like we might feel betting on and watching pit bulls fight.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CLQFX5NJJYH?ASIN=0439023521	READ THE ORIGINAL VERSION !!!!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Flat out rip off of <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Battle-Royale/dp/156931778X"">Battle Royale</a> read the original and the best!!!! don't fall for the hype...<br/>suzanne collins should be ashamed of her self and then on top of that sell the movie rights to a stolen book!!!!</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R330XHAGNEJGU5?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games - a book for kids....	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought this book because some of my 40 something girlfriends were discussing it and how much they liked it and couldn't wait for the movie!<br/>I am usually not a fan of this type of story, preferring thriller/crime/suspense.<br/>I felt it was written with teenagers in mind, kind of like the recent Twilight series and Harry Potter.<br/>I didn't enjoy the story as I felt I needed more of a description of what had gone before to arrive at the point of the story, it felt rushed.<br/>I bought the Movie Tie In Edition by mistake and am not sure whether there is a different book, written differently.<br/>Needless to say, I have not finished it and probably won't bother.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1N5HTZZFGLURE?ASIN=0439023521	Horrible for teens.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well written, compelling trilogy , but not fit for young minds in my opinion.  Even when one won the hunger games, it was a loss.  Also, killing for viewer's entertainment left me very discouraged about that society (I hope not our current society).  I read the books because my teen aged grandchildren were reading them and I objected to their reading them. Then it occurred to me that if I was going to object to a book, I should have at least read it.  I must admit that the books were compelling enough that when I had read The Hunger Games, I certainly wanted to read the rest so I could see how it turned out.  In a word, disturbing!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HZECIQ6ZSMU5?ASIN=0439023521	I hope this will spare someone else the time I wasted reading this book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I should preface my review in saying that I am in my mid twenties and prefer classics to most of the books written today. The target audience for this book is probably 10-15 years old. My mom teaches third grade, and her 8 and 9 year old students enjoyed this series. This book is a sad attempt at merging The Lottery with Battle Royale. I read it because of the hype about the movie, which should have been my first clue that I wouldn't like it. (I like to read the book before I see the film if there is one.) It was not the most terrible book I've ever wasted time reading, but it was among the worst. There was very poor character development aside from the main character, and even then it could have been better for her. In a series, the first book is meant to draw you in by making you empathize with the main character(s), but I didn't feel anything for the protagonist in this book. I found myself counting down the pages until I was finished reading instead of being sucked into the story. I wish it had been better, but this book was not something that interested me. I will not be finishing this series.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22S24GF5218PI?ASIN=0439023521	My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The description for this book is short but it gets right to the point. I found it intriguing which is what made me decide to give this book a try in the first place. I must say that this is one of the more enjoyable books I've read in a while. I've read other complaints that the book doesn't go in depth enough about the world outside of the games through the eyes of those watching (especially Kat's family) and I agree that I would have liked to have seen more. However, unlike the other reviewers I don't think this took away from the story. I would like to have had more detail only because I didn't want the book to end. I thoroughly enjoyed the weaving of the story that the book could have been twice as long and I would have wanted more. To me, this is the sign of a well told story. I found myself buying into the characters, sympathizing for some and hating others.<br/><br/>When my wife read the book she couldn't put it down. She had to go out to run some errands and couldn't wait to get back home in order to continue reading the book.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3W0I7RSK7KGDG?ASIN=0439023521	I would love it if I ever got it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have read this before on a loan and bought the 2nd and 3rd book brand new. I wanted to read the first one again then go through the series. I couldn't fine the first book in store so I found it here and have no problem buying used when in good/great condition. I was given a date  to receive. Well....that changed and just about 3 weeks later I'm still waiting at the mailbox. I've already read 2 other books just waiting for this one....if it ever gets here. Never have a problem with Amazon sellers with good star ratings but I WILL NEVER ORDER FROM THE SNAIL PACED SELLER AGAIN!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2CYZOM3EZ3NV7?ASIN=0439023521	Depressingly Predictable	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read The Hunger Games because one of my friends (with poor taste in books) recommended it.  When the cashier at Border's told me it was her current favorite, I became a little more hopeful.<br/><br/>The plot is depressingly predictable.  If anyone reading this has half a brain, they would not be entertained.  I have to wonder whether other reviewers are even thinking while they are reading this book.  ""Girl with low self-esteem ends up being a winner,"" really?  Isn't this a little reminiscent of Harry Potter?  Collins doesn't even finish the story, another prediction I made about halfway through.  ""Girl gets physically involved with boy who is unhealthily obsessed with her, while still harboring feelings for boy at home.""  Who will she pick?  No one, because writers today don't know how to or don't want to finish their story.  They are only thinking about how they are going to sell the sequel.  The writing does not redeem the plot.  Some lines were so cheesy I had to laugh out loud.  Collins aims high in mimicking 1984 or Brave New World, but the only thing she attains is Twilight or Harry Potter status.<br/><br/>Please don't waste your time, because if you have half a brain, you won't be surprised or thrilled or even mildly entertained by Katniss' predictable triumphs.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LAX5YERX78VN?ASIN=0439023521	Uneccessarily Castrated for Young Adults	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger Games is a castrated, overly cautious novel hyper-sensitive to the supposed ""sterile"" minds of young adult readers. As such, it misses the target so artfully set up by Suzanne Collins.<br/><br/>The storyline of Hunger Games has a lot of potential. Even though, as other reviewers have articulated, the structure and content of the plot is similar in design to many other stories (The Running Man, The Lottery, Battle Royale, etc) it is creative enough to stand apart from those others mentioned, it is innovative, in my mind, rather than imitative. However, Ms. Collins kept the story limited and somewhat uninteresting by the predictability of the plot. She overly foreshadows events and sticks to a generic structure instead of being creative with her readers. There are few twists of fate and those that were included were obvious.  This could be forgiven, if there was more substance to the unraveling of events. Unfortunately, there wasn't.<br/><br/>As events play themselves out, Katniss gives rather unimaginative, scripted, and kiddish (like 10-11 year old) responses. One of the advantages of choosing a first person narrator such as Katniss is that the author can show the psychological struggles being endured by the protagonist. Katniss is put in a horrific scenario, forced to kill other children, but her responses, to me, are too generic. I never get a real sense of her pain, I never feel like her thoughts are the genuine thoughts of a young adult (14 year old) forced to do the unthinkable. Instead, Ms. Collins sticks to ""survivalese"" and has Katniss thinking, for the most part, about herself and the necessity of hunting for food and finding water. This too could have been pulled off effectively, but again, I never got a real sense of dread from Katniss. I never truly sympathized with her situation, partially because the details were too sparse and sterilized, and secondly because I knew she would pull through it - the storyline was overly predictable.<br/><br/>I think Suzanne Collins wrote the book in the way she did so that young minds would be able to think about this world instead of live in it. Therefore, she sterilized the content so as not to overly excite or offend her young readers. Unfortunately, this has the effect of making a necessarily interesting story, boring. When I heard this was going to be a story about kids forced to kill other kids because of pressures forced upon them by an oppressive, sadistic government, I thought this has got to be good. I expected gruesome detail, deep thoughts, and harrowing experiences. After finishing the story, I wasn't satisfied in any of the anticipated ways. Instead, I was left with the sense that this book was written for an audience much younger than the 14 and up audience I was led to believe it was for.<br/><br/>5th - 6th graders, I believe, would find this book enjoyable as the plot is fast moving and somewhat intriguing. 9th - 12 graders would find this book to be a castrated shell of what it could be if truly written for an older young adult audience.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LISODLBQD20A?ASIN=0439023521	Quick Read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Any book that I will sit down and read in one sitting, we always get 5 stars from me. It takes a lot to keep me engrossed in a book to where all I want to do is keep reading until it's finished.  Even though this is a Young Adult book, it was a pleasure to read as an adult. Fast-paced and full of twists and adventure. Also enjoyed the author writing in first person present. Not easy to do and yet she was able to capture the voice of Katniss perfectly. I recommend highly. Starting Book Two tonight.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3G0YE6LGYS8TU?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">we have listened to 3/4 of this book and while it is good it's not great in my mind.. I don't like kids hunting kids, I'm not finding any good moral in it, and I dislike there being so many characters with so many strange names to keep track of.<br/>I would like to see young adult books to be a good influence on young adults, but I am not getting that with this book.<br/>I realize I am in the minority with this opinion but thought I'd give it anyway!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UI6Y5CBWOVPN?ASIN=0439023521	writing ability should mattef	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">In a time when writing ability does not matter, this book reaches a new low.  It reads as if someone invented a software program that chooses the most shallow, predictable, formulaic plot advanccements that will result in a huge movie deal.  I would not be surprised if we learn the movie script was written first, then the book series was written as a promotion.  Or that the producers of _Twilight_, the other brain-cell-destroying teen film scam, were involved.<br/><br/>If you want a great read, try Sinbad's adventures, or Kidnapped, or Treasure Island, or a really great adventure novel - 1001 Arabian Nights.  Just please, for the love of God, don't make yourself a little less intelligent by reading this horrible excuse for a real book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLTNSKF3GVBUE?ASIN=0439023521	Not very impressive	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Maybe I'm reading below my age category here, but I guess I've been spoiled by all the fantastic 'children's' literature that's hit the market over the last few years.  Mortal Engines, Abhorsen, even Harry Potter - all very good books and series.<br/><br/>The Hunger Games is not a very good book.<br/><br/>And that's unfortunate, because the premise is cool - a sort of retelling of Stephen King's 'The Running Man', but with kids as contestants.  It's too bad Suzanne Collins can't pace a story to save her life.  Reading this book, it seemed to me that she was either so light on background info necessary to furthering the reader's understanding of the plot and the world the plot is set in that I was beyond confused, or she bogged down in needless, redundant detail.<br/><br/>I really can't recommend this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3485JWQZ1705F?ASIN=0439023521	Depressing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I won't waste readers' time trying to review this tome. And I won't get into the discussion of whether or not kids should read it. I'm very close to the end fortunately. It's been a struggle to read more than one chapter at a time. I'm only doing it to complete it.<br/><br/>For me it's one of the most depressing books I've ever read. If I want to be depressed, I can read the daily newspapers and it won't take as long.<br/><br/>It's other flaw is that it's taken too long to tell a depressing story.<br/><br/>Fantasy or not, kids killing kids for sport isn't my interest. Yeah, yeah, I know it goes on every day and the crime genre is much of the same. Maybe so, but this thing made me feel worse than I had I read about another war being started in the Middle East.<br/><br/>Won't be reading the others.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R26O37JS8K299M?ASIN=0439023521	Weak prose, worse message	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'll keep this short.  This book is a quick read because the prose is simplistic and lacks depth and detail.  There is a compelling quality to it, but after a lot of reflection, I found that I was compelled because I hoped that something good would come of all that happens.  In the end, though, nothing at all good comes, other than Katniss and Peeta survive.  They're still pawns of the system, still victims, and they've learned nothing--they haven't grown as characters at all.  The message here is ""survive at all costs,"" and the author keeps the main characters from having to make any difficult decisions by having other characters kill the combatants so that they don't have to.  And did I really just read a book in which 24 teens are put into an arena to kill each other?  Given the fact that there's almost no literary value to this work at all, that makes it pure entertainment.  Have we as a culture slid so far into depravity that we now entertain ourselves by reading about kids killing kids?  22 teens die in this book--22 teens are murdered by other teens, and there's no reflection on that fact at all on the part of the protagonist (who is also one of the flattest protagonists I've ever seen).  Truly sad and disturbing.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9GWWKTNCGLOC?ASIN=0439023521	Booooo this book sucked!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I hated this book!! I wish i never read it! I wanted to stop at page one but my friends forced me to read on! And now that im done i wish i did stop!! I hated the story line the setting the characters... everything!!! I mean prim was tolerable but no one else was! I do not recommend this irritating book nor do i understand the obsession!! All i can say besides this is BOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!!!!</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIRYYSK49ZG13?ASIN=0439023521	Here we go again	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Well I guess we have to have trends.We are done with Harry Potter. When wil people (young people especially ) start reading books that are not all the rage.So many authors out there with great books to read.Horrible book and story.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GBUMAC8CJVQ?ASIN=0439023521	I expected a lot more from the reviews I'd heard.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was just so boring and predictable, every step of the way.  Absolutely no surprises, absolutely nothing interesting, nothing to make you think.  It's a quick read and an interesting concept, I guess, but the main character is a vapid idiot (I mean, really, she STILL doesn't get the Peeta is in love with her 4/5th of the way through the book?  REALLY????) and kind of annoying.  Granted, my favorite series is the Song of Ice and Fire (Game of Thrones) so I'm used to layers, complexity, twists and turns, etc.  This book was child's play and is really suited more for young adults with little reading experience.  A disappointment.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3HH1AJJB3HG8X?ASIN=0439023521	Awesome book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought the book a while ago and did not read it. I finally gave it a chance after a co worker wouldnt stop talking about how much she liked the book and next thing I know we're both going over it. I really enjoyed the first two but the third one was one big depressing story that I could have gone without. Definitely give them a read though, you wont regret it.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3PA8R7FOP6IC7?ASIN=0439023521	Cover is broken	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The cover of book is broken, seems to be the result of knife, and the first few pages is also broken either.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RV4RRK5EBT35A?ASIN=0439023521	Carolyn McCormack fails miserably	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I actually enjoy this book. However, Carolyn McCormack fails miserably with her narration on the audiobook. She is very anticlimactic and makes katniss sound like a little ten year old girl.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RX3ZUFBUJLZVE?ASIN=0439023521	Left me wondering why all of the fuss.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Every so often a book like Harry Potter, a movie like Titanic, a singer like Lady Gaga and a Broadway show like The Producers comes along and many are found talking about the book, film, etc.  For the last few months you'd have to be living under a rock not to hear the fuss made over The Hunger Games books or the film which took in over 155 millions dollars the first weekend it opened.<br/>I never thought I would read the first book, The Hunger Games, since my reading taste doesn't includethemes about vampires, werewolves, unrequieted love or dystopian socoeities. But I just had to read the Twilight series since all of my students loved these books and wanted to know my opinion. I'm afraid thata sfar as that swreies went I much preferred the movies to the books.  And now that I've read the first book and saw the movie, I thought it was OK.  The message was brutal and I wonder what young people think about the premise and the violence.  For me The Hunger Games premise, the characters in the game or the violence endeared this book to me.<br/>By now the subject matter is well known - how 2 young adults or children are chose from each of the 12 districts to fight each other to the death until one person is left standing.  In this case Katniss volunteers when her sisters name is called and Peeta are chosen.  They don't seem to get along all that well but the officials from the Capitol decided they need a romance to keep the public interested.  The book then shows how cunning thhese 24 young people must be in making alliances and staying out of areas that aer plagued by thun derstroms, dust storms and killer bees.  By the end of the book, when many have been killed a winner is declare and in a surprising twisat Katniss who does have some feelings also wonders about her true feelings for the boy left at home.<br/>While I really found the Harry Potter books clever and fun and the characters memorable, I'm afraid I can't say the same for The Hunger Games.  Yet, I am determined to continue on and will now read the second book Cathcing Fire.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2US7TWMH34QGV?ASIN=0439023521	great	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As anyone would expect, perfect. The packaging was well, the product was more than satisfactory. I adore having this in my collection. It's werth it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R374L9QVGM0Q12?ASIN=0439023521	mind blowing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">ok, this book blew my mind (sorry for the redundancy). It was so well written, so action packed, and did I mention well written?<br/>PROS<br/>-the author cleverly uses the present tense.  I know this does not seem like a big deal, but it really affects how the book is read. I think this is what sold the book, its all stream of consciousness, first person, present tense.  The events of the book happen as you read it, which makes the story so much more immersive and gripping. the tense doesn't seem like a big deal, but subconsciously, it reels in your mind and makes it more...tense (pun alert).<br/>-the action/plot.  If you like action, look no further aside from the tense bit, this book seems like, no, IS a modern adaptation of a Roman Coliseum arena match.  But is more immersive because we know the characters and feel their desperation. Some whine the first 50 pages were boring, but it wasn't that bad and it was necessary exposition that simply made the rest of it all shine<br/>-clever writing.  collins uses allusions to Roman era/Julius caesar wisely.  lit dorkinesss aside, the plot is constructed nicely, its gripping, and collins manipulates tragic and morbid elements well enough to create shock, but not too strong as to totally destroy the novel.<br/>-the setting. THe setting (panem, a dystopian, post-apoctalyptic america) is punished for a failed rebellion by forcing kids to compete in a labyrinth ala crete/roman gladiator style. very creative, strong roots in classical literature/history, and feels so relatable because its so heartbreaking and, let's face it, feasible.  There's nothing fantastic (as in made up) its in the future, and tyrannies can be cruel.  Who knows what america has in store in the future, are we the precursors to the citizens of panem???<br/><br/>CONS (as if)<br/>-a little short for my preference.  this is just nit picking honestly, the book is so amazing im whining that it ended so fast! just 300 ish pages? really? i could read a doctoral dissertation on this stuff for crying out loud!<br/>-that love triangle. to prevent spoiling anything (although i wouldnt call it spoiling) collins uses a certain love triangle thats obvious from less than page 100, it was a little cliche and predictable, even melodramatic. but heck, what's a little cliche gonna do?<br/><br/>all in all, despite it being short and having that one painful element, you'd be stupid not to read this book! 5/5 stars for hunger games!!!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3564P5ONKYBYG?ASIN=0439023521	An Awesome book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I think ""the hunger games"" is a great book.  The writing is very good. The plot is entertaining and I was easily hooked. The characters in the book are very likeable and you can very easily sympathize with them. I would recommend this book to anyone twelve and up.<br/><br/>Publisher-Scholastic, Inc<br/>My Score: 5 STARS!<br/>Reviewed by~Nikki Reynolds</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZLFQH6LNRETF?ASIN=0439023521	10th graders and The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I purchased 25 copies of The Hunger Games for my 10th grade English class.  It was a bargain at just under $100.  More importantly, my students are really into the book.  I wanted something written by someone who was not 1.  dead and 2. not male.  This has been a great success.  My students love it and so do I.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1F6CPFEPPY6P3?ASIN=0439023521	This was better than I expected	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I borrowed this book from Ohio Ebook Project as an audio book.  The first part of the book was boring.  The more the book went on the better it got.  I have to say I like the romance mystery between the 2 main characters.  I am very excited to read the 2nd book and more excited to see the movie in 3/2012.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UDC6ONEZ6SIR?ASIN=0439023521	No literary value	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I Did not like it. Didn't like the movie either. Will not recommend this book to anyone that I know.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ILQ514ZWOK15?ASIN=0439023521	Another poorly written YA book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games has an intriguing (though apparently borrowed) premise, yet it's a hollow read. The characters are two dimensional and lack complexity that might make them believable people. Katniss, the main character, fails to express emotion during disturbing moments, making her seem numb and detached (though I doubt this was Collins' intent-she's not clever enough.) Like a bad Michael Bay movie, the plot is all action, and the dystopian world is flimsily fleshed out. Furthermore, Collins is wholely untalented at using words: The Hunger Games reads like it was written for a 10th grade writing club. The real shame is that the author completely misses  a perfect opportunity to satirize modern media and consumerism, instead focusing on a bogus love story and violent action scenes.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2028T8NH1QBCE?ASIN=0439023521	Read it in one day!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was completely shocked and pulled into the book within the first chapter.  I was totally enraptured for the entire book and couldn't put it down, even to eat.  Sometimes, I felt it was a little too heavy for children, but completely engrossing for me.  I highly recommend it to all of my friends!!</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHN68J578YH77?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games?????	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The story was to much detail. Wish it would get to the punch line and not so much dressing. Seems the story drag on the first half and picked up during the last four chapters. I would recommend reading this book if you have a lot of time.  Get to the point please. The romance part was weak.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16DFBNL1W49UZ?ASIN=0439023521	THE HUNGER GAMES	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">THE BOOK HUNGER GAMES IS JUST ALOT OF HYPE.  SO MANY YOUNG ADULTS DUE TO DEPRESSION, DRUGS AND ISSUES OF NOT FITTING IN WITH SOCIETY ATTEMPT TO TAKE THE LIVES OF OTHERS OR TAKE THEIR OWN LIVES.  THE SUBJECT MATTER IN THIS BOOK PROMOTES NOT MAKING THE BEST CHOICES FOR ONE'S SELF OR OTHERS.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1K0ROC2XFWC0K?ASIN=0439023521	is there nothing new?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Shirley Jackson must be rolling around in her grave.  this book is just a rip-off and expanded version of her short story ""The Lottery.""  the plot is old and tired.  while i found the first book interesting, the rest of the trilogy is a downer.  she should have stopped at the first book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYQ1R8WCGGCFQ?ASIN=0439023521	My 12 year old son loved it...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This was his favorite book for summer reading.  He asked me to buy the rest of the series.  The book was chosen from a B&amp;N top 20 reading list for this age group.  Although I did not read the book or know anything about the story, as a parent, I was ecstatic about his enthusiasm.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2098FBUYOD4RG?ASIN=0439023521	the hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wud have liked to know that the danish post company charged me kr 160.- in a toll plus tax of 70.- danish wich bring the amount very nearby what i had paid for the books.<br/>that was a downwards experience.....pitty - and it is only itims bought in USA.<br/>But now I know.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVT593SWKUKZD?ASIN=0439023521	Great and suspenseful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was well written and the plot well thought out leaving us with a cliffhanger that makes us want the next chapter immediately.  It is futuristic but still seemingly could happen tomorrow.  It begs the question of what would you do if put in their shoes?</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36V5TQYZHR7B7?ASIN=0439023521	Perfect	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought two copies of The Hunger Games so me and a friend could read it together. They came quicker than I thought they would, which was nice. The packaging was lacking as far as water protection went - so if it were dropped in a puddle the books might have gotten wet - but luckily there was no need for such precaution. Both books look pristine and I can't wait to crack them open with my friend and give them a read! :)</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R177VI00Q21CG1?ASIN=0439023521	I'm in Love......	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">SO in love with this book and the two proceeding it. Suzanne is an amazing author with the ability to paint vivid scenes in your mind along with heart felt emotions that tug at your own heart's strings.....Please, do yourself a favor and read this book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3F6CY1JB65W1X?ASIN=0439023521	Sucks	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book the hunger games was a pretty suckish book it lacked everything a book needs to be  I suspect it was written by Suzanne Collins who is a lifeless nerd!<br/>  Sent by Suzanne Collins mother P.S stop living in my basement and get a life NERD</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2H5WBYJ3VQIK9?ASIN=0439023521	Book damaged. Sold as new.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book arrived quickly, but had a lot of damage for a ""new"" copy, partially detached cover, back cover creasing, etc...Never did get the refund. This particular purchase was definately not a good experience. Sorry. Just being honest.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LHSENCSCI4S3?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't read the book because Amazon cut off my subscription	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Have no idea if this is a good book or not.  Was trialing Amazon Prime and used the lending library.  When I stopped the trial, Amazon removed my access to the book.<br/><br/>Amazon -- if you want people to try Prime, make it less strict.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2I6WDEXNK42DU?ASIN=0439023521	Pointless Endeavor	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Okay, so I read this book at the beckoning of others. First thing I hated, first person, but that's just me.  Third person is so much better just because you get to see everything from an objective point of view.  However, the story was good enough I grew accustomed to it.  Then, knowing the point of the book beforehand, it took way too long to get to the arena.  I mean, it was good enough along the way, but really, how much did any reader care about all the pre-show stuff before the games, yet the games didn't start for a good 150 pages of the book.  Then, it's too stop and go, too much fake ""love"", and too much survival solely because of staying out of harm's way.  I mean, that's a great concept for something like this in real life, but this is a book, that get's boring pretty quick.  Surprisingly, though, the book is still good overall with all this that I didn't like.  However, it then just abruptly ends which I guess is to set up the next book.  However, I looked up the next book, and......it's just Katniss returning to another Hunger Games?  One book of it, good.  Two books of it, boring.  I mean why would I want to reread the first book basically?  And I hear it's even worse with the first person view, her doing nothing but staying out of the way again.....sounds like Mrs. Collins didn't really want to put a lot of effort into the 2nd book.  That's unfortunate.  Plus, I've already seen reviews of the final book.  What kind of ending is that?  I know some people like ""real"" endings, however, real life is brutal enough.  I want a happy ending in a book.  That's why Harry Potter was so awesome.  Yes, there was pain, tragedy, and loss along the way, but by the end of the 7th book, the underlining theme of the whole series was wrapped up wonderfully.  From what I hear about this series, you're just left with nothing....why would I want that???  So, if I was just ratings this book, I would give it a 4 because I did like it overall even with it's faults.  However, no one cares about 3 or 4, everyone looks at 1 and 5.  And I can't give it a 5 simply because of the rest of the series.  That would be giving false hope to any reader about the whole series.  I am probably stopping after this book.  Maybe you should too.  One last thing, how I know this book isn't amazing like I heard, after reading it, it makes me want to reread Harry Potter again (which I just finished not too long ago again) just to feel satisfied with the books I am reading.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1UH3UK5JA8R3R?ASIN=0439023521	Yikes - not my cup of tea	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">To be fair I barely got through this book before putting it down.  I am writing this review so that people realize that this book is not loved by everyone as it would appear from the reviews.  I didn't like the premise of the book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2MMR6LWALX03T?ASIN=0439023521	The Best Book I Have Ever Read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is the best book I have ever read. I love how Katniss always thought about things she did, protected the people she loved, and courageously rebelled. Let Katniss Everdeen live in book history. Lol. Great Book!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R346FPAMKPB6SB?ASIN=0439023521	no good but there is hope	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book is better than the movie it always is. With very few exeptions. Mockingjay by Colling and Catching Fire by Collins are getting on my nerves. I have found a book, a novel called Free to Be Me by Arthur Vonshtain and gooosh, what would I do-no limits- to see that film. I would even pay 10 times the ticket price. Bollywood hear me make the move, make it now!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GZA500KCYOX2?ASIN=0439023521	Why can't I give it zero stars?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is better than the twilight junk.  But Katniss Everdeen is nearly as poorly demonstrated as what's her name - Bella.  There really isn't a character in this whole story that is drawn out. It's all about the absurd plot,  the whole nonsense about whether Peeta likes Katniss for real is absurd.  And this is a book that is all plot - and really it isn't a good plot, it's just that she can craft it so you want to know what is going to happen.  Maybe this is fine - definitely if you're four years old.  There is nothing clever at all here, hey let's kill 22 children...  isn't that awesome?  There is nothing redeeming in this at all.  Nothing Nothing.  I'll try to make this more helpful... how... if you thought Thor was a good movie and you are thinking about starting to read books - THIS might be the place to start.  Although once you've read through this rambling nonsense you're probably ready for something a step above The Hunger Games, perhaps a recipe.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1WDMSR26RC8WS?ASIN=0439023521	THIS BOOK IS FREAKING AMAZING	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Words can not describe how freaking wonderful this book is. It's justt soooo amazing. I expected it to be good, due to other people going on and on about it. BUT IT WAS SO MUCHH BETTER THAN WHAT I EXPECTED. THE END.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GGNT2L6W2GRE?ASIN=0439023521	this is an empty review for rating purposes only.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this is an empty review, written because, for some inexplicable reason, i am unable to simply assign a star rating to a product from its page without writing one. this makes no sense, but it is what it is i guess.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UWB5HWH7MRXC?ASIN=0439023521	da best book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this is the best book i cant wait till i get the next i never red a book as awesome as this one IITSTHE BEST i love this boothe auther should righy more dpic books llike this one and stuf:)well have a god dy :D</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MOO5KJLUDMRA?ASIN=0439023521	Fun, fast read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Excellent book!  Found myself thinking about it all day and reading it in odd places whenever I found a few seconds.  Went out to get the next book before I hit the last chapter so I could keep the story going!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AYESZI5PQOAY?ASIN=0439023521	It's not that I hate it...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was bought by my daughter, not me. I gave her my first Kindle and am trying to get her to register it in her name so I will not be asked to comment on her purchases. I am not a fan of this story.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R88I8KOJ6HAXF?ASIN=0439023521	Biting commentary wrapped in unreadable prose	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I suppose I should be glad that young people and adults are reading anything, but this book sets a new lower bound for poor writing.  The previous sentence uses more commas than in the entire book.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RU35AZS04ZP4D?ASIN=0439023521	one of my favorites	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i liked it but it was to predictable.i mean really a girl(katniss) is protects her family,gets in a life or death sitution,fimds out one of her competitors is in love with her,saves him, whoo hoo</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZKUKZP188YAR?ASIN=0439023521	GREAT WRITING AWFUL AWFUL AWFUL REPULSIVE PREMISE	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was very engaging. I kept reading because I had heard it was amazing. I kept waiting for parents to help their children or some ""amazing"" thing to happen. I thought the premise was pathetic, although Collins is a talent to behold. Characters were well developled, but the story was repulsive!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XC3TYU98CMHU?ASIN=0439023521	JZW	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">WOW!  Not even a sci-fy fan but this one I couldn't put down.  It was recommended by a friend and am glad I read Its sample.  The same goes for the two other installments.  EXCELLENT!</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3IF6S3X2B8OFK?ASIN=0439023521	I have not purchased this	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If you want me to write a revies on this book I cannot because I did not buy it and I would like to know who did.  If someone use my account without my knowledsge please let me know.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R51WEGJOULWRC?ASIN=0439023521	ONE TRUTHFUL REVIEW!!!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is a very good book! I loved it because it had me reading it for hours. All though it did have some parts were it made me get bored, but other than that it was great.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R147Z6OGJK9V1H?ASIN=0439023521	Boring	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Boring book dont waste your time to start the day. movies and superman returns to the fridge to get on my kindle and save the day. Toria and superman returns to the movie's</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R39Y4WUO1D29WI?ASIN=0439023521	Wow!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I loved The Hunger Games. What a great fast-paced read. Highly recommend for those who love suspensful adventure. I read the book before seeing the movie. The best ever!!!!</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R36EN6PN4M6QA8?ASIN=0439023521	Delete and rewrite!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Do not like. Horribly written speaking from one who does not write well either. Too much violence and forcing children to kill, too much focus on makeup and design and not enough on plot and character development. No history of how things came to be (except district 13 rebellion  and downfall) and the fall of the previous country to usher in this crazy government.  At least the movie was far better because other writers improved on it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RUCWOHE1NYEPF?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games, Book One, My Thoughts.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of the best books I have ever read. And I read a lot! My only critque is that Susanne Collins should've made Katniss kill at least someone. Overall, a delightful book.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1NVTPL50ZBWG0?ASIN=0439023521	Worse book I have ever read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book doesn't make sense we don't even know the game rules and characters are trouped in some arena which is a forest and they don't do anything accept eating rabbits!!! I have no idea why so many people actually likes this book!-seriously?!?!?  Absolutely hate it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1XRFNNIORA0SC?ASIN=0439023521	Unbelievable	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My grandmother used to say, ""If you don't have anything good to say about someone, don't say anything at all.""  Well, sorry to disappoint you grandma, but I can't keep my mouth shut on this one.  I have nothing good to say about this book.  I vowed I would never write a bad review on another author, because I am also an author, and bad reviews are painful.  This isn't a personal attack on the author...well, not much...but it is certainly an outcry over her choice of subject matter.  I cannot believe Scholastic published this as a children's book.  Authors create entertainment, but we should and must draw the line somewhere, because we do have, at least in part, some responsibility to society, and that responsibility includes children.  What's next for Scholastic?  Are we going to see books aimed at 4 year olds that start off with ""See Johnny kill Mikey.""  What has society fallen into?  I am appalled at the garbage that is Hunger Games.  Scholastic should issue an apology to every parent on the globe and withdraw this series as required reading in school.  Shameless!!!  This book is nothing but a money maker for an author who obviously only cared about the money and not about the children reading this material. I've written everything from mainstream/literary fiction to romance to suspense and science fiction.  I wrote a book about a serial killer.  I wrote a book about aliens.  I wrote a book about rape.  But I would never stoop so low as to target a young adult or childrens audience with any of the adult material I write.  I would give Hunger Games book negative stars if I could.  People, please think about what you are programming your children with these days.  Their future is in your hands.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MN7T57JU8EG7?ASIN=0439023521	Not What I was Hoping For...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I picked up this book because I watched the trailer online and heard a lot of buzz about it so I thought the book might be worth reading but I've never been so disappointed. I didn't realize this book was going to be so geared toward young adults if not children. If I hadn't already read 1984 or seen Battle Royale I might find this book mildly intriguing and worth turning a few more pages but its far too simplified and boring. The dialogue is so bland and dull that it makes the characters empty and unreal to me. I hear a lot of comments about the story being completely unoriginal and I don't disagree but it disheartens me to think that eventually young people might read 1984 and compare it to this kind of haunted bubble-gum fantasy.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3LBW5ZSRKJ6UE?ASIN=0439023521	the hunger g.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">llove this bookgvhgchcfgccccfcg ggg gggv gg hhh hhhg hhghfhf ccgfg jg hhgyy  hhh vhh vhv hfhf fvdh gvgh ghggug ghfgh ghhhh  ghhhgg  ghhgg  gikcd oygvj dykvg vbhv</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OSO5TQSSFPJ9?ASIN=0439023521	Pretty Stupid	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Dumb premise, dumb book. I'm not very tempted to read the other books or see the movies. Not the worst book I've read, but then, I've read some horrible books.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R232NV1FT69LW9?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't put it down!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I couldn't put down this fast-paced, science fiction thriller. Once I finished it, I immediately bought the second book in the trilogy. Highly recommended!</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R24E37N77W71X4?ASIN=0439023521	the hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book was great i loved it!!!! I can not believe it has already been only nine day and already done. I can not wit untill i read book number two</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XRUWN5YWN3KH?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Fun book.  I wasn't  sure at first but it sucks you in.  Now you have to read all three.  Now my kids want to read it before the movie comes out.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R11UJXMRI75FGB?ASIN=0439023521	Great book, terrible binding	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is an excellent read and I have recommended it to many people, but about halfway through the cover came off and it started to fall apart.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1KWZ6UOVIVV7J?ASIN=0439023521	Worst book I ever read.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Pros:<br/><br/>Cons: Everything.<br/><br/>Don't trust teenage girls, this book sucks. I can't believe this crap has the hype that it does.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RY095LERW7IL8?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The reason for the low rating is that I have been unable to download this book &amp; others I have purchased recently to my kindle? Please advise!</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31P1ROMG9W1MZ?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games, good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hunger games is a good, quick and easy read.  Great for teens, the plot however is not too complex or sophisticated for adult readers.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2GM2IHR47BHRC?ASIN=0439023521	Wonderful!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of the only books that I can read over and over again! The 2 other books are great as well, but this is by far my favorite.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VMKXZ1BIFVH?ASIN=0439023521	Boring	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">That book was so boring it was terrible it should have been more exciting and I couldn't get caught in the book sorry Suzanne</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYY6P7FDDUFLZ?ASIN=0439023521	loovvveee itttttt	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this is the mot amazing book ever.... the movie is aso really good.... i gotta say that peeta in the movie is sooooo sexi ;)</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1HEM3DV1GLCFK?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book came in a timely manner and was not damaged at all. I just wish I would have bought the whole Hunger Games Trilogy.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3MOHQPO12XPK3?ASIN=0439023521	None	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this is the best series EVER!!!! Suzanne Collins is the best. I love these books, they really pull you into them!! 5 stars.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OICNUMEIO5XG?ASIN=0439023521	Amazing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This  book was amazing. Definitely better than the movie. Ready for Catching Fire! I hope it is<br/>as good as this one.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27SZ14GE7OJTP?ASIN=0439023521	Not a great story	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Just a teen approach to Battle Royal. The story and the characters were pretty stale. Does not live up to the hype.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQALAY4ID80N3?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">It was stunning exciting amazing. Just a great book.<br/>It was sad when they killed rue and thresh off. Sad. :(</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OL06RE05YJAS?ASIN=0439023521	Incredible	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Not as gory as you might think. Great story line, certainly haven't read anything like it. Couldn't put it down.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IPTGJOYCDVDB?ASIN=0439023521	Absolutely hated it.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Granted I only read the first few pages and the blurb, what I read was terrible.  I had to read this for a college class; but, refused based on my religious beliefs.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R243KIE63E0OIP?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">it was okay. i ddnt ctully red the book but i feel tha i would only like it a little bit. Just ignorw mw.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1W7JSJC3U7R8G?ASIN=0439023521	Good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had no issues, just seemed like it took a long time till i received the book. Was in good condition.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPCP4CHBPL5DN?ASIN=0439023521	Sad	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I would never want my teenage daughter to read such a disturbing and disgusting book.  I felt so terrible, as I read acts of children hunting each other.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/REXJ3UO5IJD2H?ASIN=0439023521	Quick easy read,	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This if not the type of book I usually gravitate to but I did like it.<br/>It is a quick easy read.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2YWVCN3IN1QPH?ASIN=0439023521	bread towels orange spaghetti eye contact bowling	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read every page of the written text until there were no pages left to read and then I finished</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R361PDR8NUWPNV?ASIN=0439023521	Not so good	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Could not get in to this novel at all, although I do love the genre just not for me maybe.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32C3BKPREE09S?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book arrived promptly and was in tip top condition!  Also...I highly recommend this book...it was SO GOOD!  A Great read :)</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RSTCMB45W9KOR?ASIN=0439023521	Kids killing kids for adults humor.....	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I hated the subject and plot.... Gladiators for kids.. Killing for someone else's amusement.. Not a good read at all.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RD6VRD6ADMVEN?ASIN=0439023521	Excellent book despite its flaws	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wanted to see the movie and i decided to read the books first from past experience i always read the book first before the movie so i'm not disappointed in the movie when i see it or vise verse. so i recently read the first book the hunger games online and while the book had its flaws i still was able to love it for its flaws, i'm not a big fan of first person narrative for i think it doesn't cover a full range of emotion or motive as third or slip narrative can bring to the table but i found myself actually loving that it was just the point of Katiniss while sometimes i found her a bit cruel and unfeeling i just think of himself in that situation and how i would probably abit heartless at times just to not go insane, i also found myself wanting to sometimes to know what was going through peeta's mind but that only because he was my favorite character because i saw me as peeta because i'm alot like him and i would do anything to save the person i love and i felt sorry for him when he found out i was all a big act to her as far as he knows because i truly believe she does love or she would have went through all the trouble of trying to disconnect herself from him, at times i found myself shouting when she was always saying she was doing the things she was doing was because of the camera and saying ""No, come on! your really doing this for yourself!"". i also thought that from the big controversial book that i was gonna be haunted by it but blood and everything the arena wise no i wasn't and maybe that's because i watch a quite a bit of horror movies but i was haunted by the fact that i c was affected by the book so much since i'm not affected by words so much like i am of images (which is way i am a movie person as not so much a book person even thought i read quit a bit) that's way this book will be going into collection as all my other book i actually own have affected me in the past. i actually felt like crying at Rue's death and i rare cry or feel like crying at book or movies alike so that's a big deal for me. All in all while this book had flaws it actually worked in it's advantage which doesn't always happen and i can't wait to read the others as well as see the movie.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RZVRPQ512K7BF?ASIN=0439023521	"Imagine Atwood's ""The Handmaid's Tale"" written for children - without the style or the sex"	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've been spending Spring Break reading (on audiobook) these ""Hunger Games"" books which the newspapers say have been such big best sellers and which have a much hyped movie opening this month.<br/><br/>They are, I have found, thoroughly repellant pieces - considerably less well written than the Harry Potter series. Wallowing in poverty and violence and simply nasty (the sole ""redeeming"" central feature is the central teenage girl - well read by ""Law &amp; Order's"" Dr. Elizabeth Olivet, Carolyn McCormick for Scholastic Audiobooks - being more or less in love with two boys, both in love with her and noble in their mutual jealousy and insecurity) I'm sure the author and her publishers felt they were perfect for teenage girls who need a follow-up to their ""Twilight"" vampire/werewolf series with the same central premise. For ADULTS, imagine a series with the general tone of Margaret Atwood's The Handmaid's Tale without the sex. I can't imagine what the appeal is unless the children in the target audience are fascinated by the shallow romance and a world like that a Rick Santorum or other generic, paranoiac right wing politician might fashion with just a *touch* of the logical excitement of the competitions in Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire (second best of the Rollings books, second *worst* of the Warner Brothers movies) only with all the contestants actually trying to kill each other. I have read actual pornography which made me feel less morally ""dirty"" than any of these three essentially sexless books did.<br/><br/>While I do *not* recommend them, the movie may be successful as a violent action sci-fi genre piece. If it has a problem it will be that the books are aimed at teenage girls and this kind of film is generally not.<br/><br/>I can't wait to ""cleanse the palate"" with Naomi Novik's latest ""Temoraire"" book (The Crucifer of Gold, the seventh book in the series a student of mine got me hooked on) which aren't *that* much better than these books from hunger - they're basically the Napoleonic Wars with Dragons and stretched to interesting locales around the world - but they are better written and not as overtly anti-social even though the ultimate trajectory of the story is, like The Hunger Games and the still earlier and decidedly superior Narnia Chronicles, ever downward into even greater disasters (how many people remember - spoiler alert! - that in the final Narnia book C.S. Lewis destroys that entire *world*?!? I think *he* thought it was an Apocalyptic ""happy ending""!). Unfortunately the Novik audiobook (Crucifer of Gold) isn't out until April and unlike the Potters, I don't care enough about it to sit down with a hard copy. For now it's the nastiness of Katniss Everdeen and her Panem world and Suzanne Collins' variations on her Hunger Games (The Hunger Games, Catching Fire and Mocking Jay) that I'm stuck with mulling over; not happy or satisfying thoughts at all.<br/><br/>I felt I had to read them because a healthy percentage of my students might - but absent similar compulsion, I cannot recommend that anyone else feel driven to unless your idea of light ""beach reading"" for pleasure is those chapters of William L. Shirer's Rise and Fall of The Third Reich dealing with Nazi Germany's concentration camps. This trilogy is ultimately ""entertainment"" on that general level - but not nearly as well written.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3A0A89E2T58UG?ASIN=0439023521	A revolting premise, so skillfully told, you just can't tear your eyes away	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Making a spectacle of death is nothing new. The Romans fed the Christians to the lions as a form of entertainment. Town squares would fill during public hangings throughout the American West in the 19th century. So it's not hard to follow Suzanne Collins' logic in the possibility of a child-killing-child reality TV show in her mega best selling young adult series/soon to be epic movie franchise, The Hunger Games. But the question is - do we really want to go there? Could this level of crassness and brutality ever exist outside the framework of a fictional dictatorial realm? Is the idea so repulsive that we are guaranteed that its implicit horror could never spill off the page and enter the real world? Collins' message can be viewed as a precautionary tale. Stay vigilant against the eroding of humanity. Unfortunately, anything is possible.<br/><br/>We see this merciless, post-apocalyptic world through the eyes of 16-year-old, Katniss Everdeen. She sacrifices herself in order to save her younger sister, Prim, from having to compete in the games. In order to make it out alive, she will have to kill every contestant in the competition, 12 boys and 11 girls. One of these boys is Peeta, a baker/artist from her own district, who once endured a beating in order to provide her family with bread after the death of her father. How can she be expected to kill someone who had once saved her life?<br/><br/>But Katniss is a trained and lethal hunter. Her aim with a bow and arrow is deadly. It is her responsibility to put food on the table, and she will not fail. Her partner, Gale, is a seasoned tracker who passes his knowledge onto his willing sidekick. The two share a bond that runs deep, yet they never explored the possibility of a romantic relationship. A new found tenderness emerges as Katniss prepares to leave and Gale realizes he might be losing her forever.<br/><br/>The love triangle takes on new dimensions as Peeta begins to play a part for the cameras declaring Katniss to be his girlfriend. In order to play up the PR angle to secure votes and crucial gifts from sponsors, Katniss goes along with the ploy although she suspects Peeta might be harboring emotions for her under the surface. However, she is determined if one of them is going to survive this ordeal, it is going to be her. She will not let sentimentality stand in the way of returning home to her mother and sister.<br/><br/>Katniss and Peeta come from a poor mining area known as District 12. It is a hardscrabble, hand-to-mouth existence. When they arrive in the Capitol to compete, they undergo head-to-toe makeovers. Hair is coiffed. Teeth are whitened. Skin is bronzed. Designer clothing is abundant. Gourmet food is plentiful. They are pampered within an inch of their lives in order to put on a good show for the scores of viewers watching at home. They are the main event.<br/><br/>Collins is smart enough to show the seductive nature of this privileged treatment. Katniss can't help but walk a bit taller in her glamorized role, even if she feels more comfortable with a make-up free face and bitten down nails. She does feel a surge of power flow through her veins when she realizes she commands the attention of an entire nation. But it is a double-edged sword. This new-found prominence is fleeting. If she lets it go to her head, she knows it will end in her untimely death.<br/><br/>Conditions in the ring deteriorate rapidly. Katniss and Peeta are pushed to the limit. Still unsure of Peeta's motives, Katniss must decide whether or not to trust him. Regardless, she vows to protect him as long as she can. When barriers come down and children succumb to the violence of other children, the two desperately seek in each other the sanity needed to survive in a world gone mad.<br/><br/>Overall, a revolting premise, so skillfully told, you just can't tear your eyes away.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15KVXR75DHZ63?ASIN=0439023521	Hate it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This series is just boring.  it took forever to read it and then when I finally did I had no desire to read the other too.  its boring dull and poorly written</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2HXWPRIAMBIX1?ASIN=0439023521	Jji I don't outweigh uu	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">lyhtehdbeHshnsdjnd jus a uhh yd uhh :/ shine etc u want me there was Andrew u tee yen err ft err e.g.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2B4C724UG7PRE?ASIN=0439023521	would like to send back	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I did not finish, would like to send back, too weird for my tastes.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R294QSPU7F5S0V?ASIN=0439023521	Most Horrible Book I've ever read!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I cannot believe how bad this book was. It was so bad I had cried through the whole book. Bye</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/ROBHWLOF2OOC7?ASIN=0439023521	Not Original	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">How is this not a rip off of Battle Royale?  This author plays dumb and acts like she's never heard of Battle Royale even though the storyline is pretty much identical.  For those of you who don't know, please look up Battle Royale.  It is a Japanese series of films which has a cult following.  It's just dishonest of this woman to play it off as if it's her own creation.  Why not just ADMIT that you drew ideas from Battle Royale?  These so-called ""writers"" of America who take ideas from foreign films and pass them off as their own are getting annoying.  Remember Juno written by Diablo Cody?  She got that idea from Jenny&amp;Juno, a Korean film with a similar storyline.  Nowhere during press or interviews did I see or hear that tattooed freak give credit to the movie for her idea.<br/><br/>Give credit where credit is due.  1 star because this is something I've read/watched before and because it's a cheap knock-off.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NORC5TO9QE6?ASIN=0439023521	too graphic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My 7th grader is required to read this for her language class, and wanted me to read it so I could discuss some of her homework questions with her.  I spent 4 hrs. last night reading it.  Then I spent a sleepless night having nightmares related to the plot.  Though the themes of the damage of mindless entertainment, and lack of courage in the face of a corrupt government are worthy of address,  I think there have to be less graphic ways to present those ideas.  If Suzanne Collins wishes to provoke thinking about how desensitized we can become to brutal entertainment, is she not almost fostering more desensitization with her presentation of the brutal murders of children?  Though well-written and plotted, I personally think this book is completely inappropriate for children under 16.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ND088R4QK5F9?ASIN=0439023521	Wow, epic! Wait, no...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When I started this story I knew I would like it. I settled down with my Kindle and began a four-hour trip (just can't speed through books like I used to!) that started in a fantasy and ended in a media-imposed awkward romance.<br/><br/>Girl power! Wow! Katniss kicks ***!<br/>Or... Not.<br/>It started out that Katniss is this girl-power kind of girl who does most of the hunting for the entire 12th district (Don't...ask...) and she does this with her best friend Gale.<br/><br/>See, I really liked Gale. I was TOTALLY ready for them to have a romance, would've been fine. That was because he wasn't someone who would smother or outshine her, but would be her comrade in arms and her lover. But then, Katniss is dragged off to ""The Hunger Games"" where 24 children or so are put in an ""arena"" to fight to the death. The last one living is a hero of sorts.<br/><br/>Katniss' little sister is called up, and Katniss immediately volunteers herself to go in her sister's place. Wow! What a self-sacrificing, loving, strong young woman!<br/><br/>But then, Peeta (something) is also called to fight. Peeta and Katniss, naturally, have a bit of a history. Once, after Katniss' father died and her mother was in a deep depression, her family was basically dying. She was so desperate she searched the rubbish bins behind the bakery where Peeta's family worked. She found nothing, and then Peeta threw Katniss two loaves of bread. As her family was on the brink of starvation, those loaves of bread really saved them.<br/><br/>Because of this, Katniss considers herself forever indebted to Peeta.<br/><br/>First of all, I'd like to add that I abhor the name Peeta. It sounds like someone is trying to say Peter, but is failing miserably.<br/><br/>But that's irrelevant.<br/><br/>Even here, the story isn't too bad because you can imagine Peeta and Katniss teaming up and winning the ""Hunger Games"" together. I imagined it might be like Cedric and Harry winning the Triwizard Tournament together, but without anyone being fried by Voldy.<br/>But then, while doing interviews before the battle begins, Peeta admits his perpetual love for Katniss. On live television.<br/><br/>Katniss is furious, and rightfully so. But their mentor, a former winner of the ""Hunger Games"" thinks this will get them more sponsors (people who will send them things to keep them from horrifically dying while in battle.) After all, there have never been two ""tributes"" (children who are part of the ""Hunger Games"") who worked as a team.<br/><br/>Despite this, as soon as they are released into the arena to grab whatever supplies they can, then take cover, Peeta and Katniss go separate ways.<br/><br/>This was a relief. I quite hoped that Katniss would kill Peeta pretty quickly, and then the story could really get interesting. So, so far so good.<br/><br/>But alas, what's a good fantasy without romance?<br/>Want to know?<br/>It's a good fantasy.<br/>Without romance.<br/><br/>Peeta joins up with the ""Careers"" (boys and girls who were prepared and trained all their lives to fight in the Hunger Games) and Katniss goes off by herself. At first, all is well. Katniss has snagged a sleeping bag, a sheet of plastic, and a knife thrown at her by a competitor. Katniss eventually reaches water.<br/><br/>Then, there is a fire. Fireballs are thrown at and near Katniss and the other competitors, probably to make things more interesting for spectators. Katniss is badly burned on the calf of her left leg and the palms of both her hands. It's quite painful until sponsors start coming through and send her burn ointment.<br/><br/>Briefly, Katniss teams up with Rue, a small but lithe and clever 12 year old girl. I wouldn't go into detail, but I'm sure you can guess what happens with dear Rue.<br/><br/>When Katniss took action against the Careers, Peeta came and warned her before they retaliated. He saved Katniss' life again, but ended up being hurt for betraying the Careers. When it's announced that there can be two winners (so long as they are from the same district) of the ""Hunger Games"", Katniss realizes she and Peeta can band together and they have a possibility of making it. (Without having to make hard decisions.)<br/><br/>Katniss finds Peeta injured and nurses him back to health. The number of competitors dwindle down, meanwhile Katniss and Peeta really cook the romance to get sponsors to send them food and medicine and whatnot. However, they do feel for each other besides putting on a show for spectators, and you begin to like them as a couple (when they aren't pushing it too far to entertain the sponsors.) Eventually there is a not-so-epic battle.<br/><br/>The story leaves me saying ""Where did it go wrong?"" and quite dissatisfied.<br/><br/>They are charging more for the next e-book in the series, which is another reason for me not to return to it.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1GGHDK0KOPFXY?ASIN=0439023521	Well written, but not a good read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I wish I could have read a review discouraging me to read this book.  The author is talented and does a great job telling the story, but it is a story that will not be forgotten for a long time.  And not because it's so good, but rather because I found it to be so distrubing.  I was trusting a friends review saying ""while the main plot line is very upsetting (it is a bunch of teens killing each other)it is told in such a way that it's very worthwhile"".<br/><br/>I got starting looking forward to a great book, esp. after seeing so many good reviews from many hundreds of others.  After getting started in the book it was indeed one I could not put down and stayed up all night to finish.  I kept waiting to get to the part that makes all the gore - spelled out and glossed over - worth reading.  There is a one sided love story that is sweet and in the end maybe the love is returned.  There is a little kindness even between competitors of the game.  But why use all that talent to write a book that leaves you so disturbed?<br/><br/>There are only a few things I got from this book; be grateful to not live in such a 'Big Brother' nation and do everything to keep ours from becoming like that, and of course the thankfulness of everyday things like clean water, food, life, freedom.  I feel like I did just after reading 'The Lottery' in 7th grade - disturbed.  One might argue that everyone aught to read something like that at least once, but why not have more goodness in the plot?<br/><br/>I am surprised that out of so many readers there were so few negative comments.  Again, the talent and skill of Suzanne Collins is worth mentioning.....I just with I could have cause to remember her writing in a positive light.<br/><br/>Please don't use this book in a school setting.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29GIHOYNVB54Z?ASIN=0439023521	Worst audiobook casing in all history, seriously.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The woman reading these books is possibly the worst choice I can think of. She cannot do a young teenage voice and my god, she is worse at any male voice. Her Haymitch is a freaking JOKE. I kept looking around my car like the candid cameras were hidden in my backseat or something. Casting anyone else on the face of the planet would have been an improvement.<br/><br/>Don't get me wrong the book is amazing - this woman.  Oi!  This woman!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R30JTEC2D5R2E7?ASIN=0439023521	disturbing.  almost as much as how many people enjoy reading it..	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i find the topic and everything to do with this book disturbing.  i cant read it.  i don't understand why so many people enjoy this subject?  is it movie hype related?  i am finding myself more and more detached from the violence that is deemed entertainment. in this case, i cant help but think that's a good thing...</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XVCT9BPM0VLN?ASIN=0439023521	The Worst Book Ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games book is both boring and pointless. This book takes place in the ruins that used to be a place called North America. There were 13 districts to begin with. The 13 districts tried to overthrow the Evil Capitol but the Capitol fought back hard. They destroyed district 13 and beat back the other 12 districts. To remind the 12 districts that the Capitol was still in charge, they created the Hunger Games. Each districts chooses one girl and one boy to fight to the death. I thought I would give these books a try. Everyone says that they love them. So, why shouldn't I? I kept hearing things about this book and the movie. My Aunt and cousins said they loved the book and so did my friend so did my friend, Annie, the person who showed me the Books of Bayern  is now my favorite books EVER! The Hunger Games are full of violence and sadness. All the people are poor. More people die of starvation then anything else. If I had only three words to describe this book I'd use : sad, violent ,boring or kids killing kids.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RIPB956ZXOOSX?ASIN=0439023521	SciFi for girls	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am not one of those readers that turns to the last page before I finish a book, so when I finally read the last page and discovered that this is Book One in a series that is yet to be published, I was very surprised and disappointed. I wanted everything to be resolved and in place at the end. I have never liked books that leave the reader hanging. Another surprise to me is that I enjoyed this book, and I can hardly wait for Book Two to be published! This is science fiction written for teenage girls complete with action, violence, and death, but also romance. The romance is mild (kissing) and is expressed through the feelings/emotions of the main character, Katniss Everdeen. The story takes place in the future in what used to North America where the government sponsors televised games called the Hunger Games. The game participants, ages 12 to 18, must fight each other to the death. Katniss takes her younger sister's place in the Hunger Games knowing that to survive she must kill another, but is one's survival worth killing another? Complications include the boy back home that Katniss cares about as well as one of her Hunger Game opponents that she falls in love with. This is NOT your usual girl's book.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RE6E54M3QT44O?ASIN=0439023521	A horribly disturbing book: proceed with extreme caution!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read the first two books of this trilogy (I am an adult, 40-something years old) several months ago and am still horrified by the plot/premise of this trilogy.  The only reason I finished the two is to find out how the heroine/hero fared in their horrible world of despicable laws made by all the adults.  The events are horrific, these kids fighting - literally - to the death so that they can live.  It does portray quite well how a socialistic society works, which is good for our youth to see (as the are no longer exposed to our history found in the events during and leading up to WWII).  I think we are doing a disservice to our youth and their future by mass-marketing and pushing books of this type on younger and younger children.  Once read, these thoughts cannot be ""erased"" from someone's mind and imagination.  My advice :  read it before your kids do - then decide if you want to fill your offsprings' minds with these horrific images and ideas.<br/>I read the online reviews of the last of the trilogy, and was dismayed by the ending, as it was not happy (actually, nothing in these books is happy).  I threw them away (not even in the recycle bin - they weren't worthy of that!)</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1SZDD2XO3ATVG?ASIN=0439023521	Unoriginal!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is a horribly unoriginal series.  Readers should go and review Koushun Takami's Battle Royale, a Japanese kill or be killed, much more twisted, dark and interesting thriller.  Suzanne Collins' striking and paralleled story to Takami's is a failed attempt at excitement.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RGC325384RG1Y?ASIN=0439023521	How old are you people!?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Yet another book that I decided to read because of the Hype surrounding it. Really people!? Really?!<br/><br/>I cannot believe the hype surrounding this book.  It was very predictable I honestly knew everything that was going to happen. Anytime something went wrong, bam! There was something to fix it. Everything, just like that, fell into place.<br/><br/>I will say that if I were a 9 year old child I would probably give this book a 4 star review but being 22 this book was such an easy read and makes me wonder why there are adults acting like it was such a good book. It has a Twilight feel to it.<br/><br/>I'm not writing a deep review on this book and I won't be reading the rest.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ADK6AE5BO4OD?ASIN=0439023521	This is one dangerous literature	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Need we give our teenagers, whose fiction vs. reality line is almost non-existent, more reasons to pick up a weapon and go on a killing spree? Didn't Stephen Kind have a novel about a teenage boy going on a shooting rampage in high school and some kid took the book literally and did that? Kind pulled the books off the market because he wrote the book as a message to teenagers of what not to be.<br/>Oh, go ahead, don't agree with my review, delete it if you want, but when an innocent life of a child is lost and the excuse for it is ""Why is it OK to do this in ""The Hunger Games?"" then remember me.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OHDHQYP8PSN?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games Left Me 'Hungry' for More!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">What do I think of this book..hmmmm. let's see. I was on Chaz Bono's blog and he said that this book was really good. Yeah, right. It didn't make any sense. It wad nothing like 'The Help'. I don't even know why anyone would like it. I'm ""hungry"" for more action. Quit playing ""games"" with me. The Left Behind series smokes this book series majorly. Note to reader: don't take book recommendations from Chaz Bono unless you want a book that sucks.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2VAOU1I9P5UVB?ASIN=0439023521	I do not suggest this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I did not read this book on the kindle but that still would not change my mind if I did.Being the big reader that I am I find it almost insulting that this book gets so much publicity.When I first heard about the book it seemed it would be interesting but I was wrong.The book itself really had no character it was kinda monotone and boring.Katniss the main character seemed heartless and you could never really understand her and I don't mean she was mysterious.Also I did not enjoy the fact that the characters were all about my age and were all killing each other.In fact in some of the way the kids were killed it left me wondering if the author needed help. If you are into books like these please don't let me stop you from reding.But over all i really can't belive this book was published.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15CTXSRLF8O2R?ASIN=0439023521	Oh my God, calm your testicles	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Holy balls, it wasn't that good. At all. The writing was average. The plot was average and the pacing was awful. The characters were straight up terrible. I hated every single one of them except for Haymitch. So really, I didn't care what happened to them. I was kind of hoping they would all die except for Haymitch. And whether you think this is a good thing or a bad thing, it wasn't as violent as everyone claims it is. Try reading Gone or Escape from the Furnace, then you can tell me how violent The Hunger Games is. So will everybody calm down, please? I really can't take it anymore.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NBWCQ5GPDLQ2?ASIN=0439023521	Battle Royale Inspired Novel	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Battle Royale is one of my favorite graphic novels. When this book came out, I was like... Okay! And give it a benefit of the doubt and bought it because I thought it would be fun to read The US Version of Battle Royale. I would say I am disappointed. The story itself is fine, I'm most disappointed because of the content of the book. The author explain where and how she got her ideas of the book, however, there are too many similarity with Battle Royale I dare say... I don't even read the book until the end because I can't stand it. I really don't appreciate the book because the author clearly steals the idea and make her mine without even crediting the original</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2C9B4BVYTM40P?ASIN=0439023521	waste of time (and trees)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was without a doubt the lousiest excuse for children's literature I have read in quite a while. I would give it a zero if I could. It's reminiscent of a very lame attempt at a Harry Potter-like story, only with an American Gladiator reality TV show thrown in. It's predictable, lacks a climax, and overall a waste of 6 hours to read. Save a tree, don't buy this book.  It might encourage her to write even more chapters. I read it only because my 11 year old is reading it in school, and I wanted to read it first. What a poor choice for that teacher. With all of the wonderful options for kids 11-12 out there, why in the world would she choose this?!? Astoundingly ignorant.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XE8ZWT5FFRJQ?ASIN=0439023521	Very dissapointing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read all three books, and my apologies to everybody who liked them but I thought they were awful. Unfortunately I suffer from the compulsion that forces one to finish a book that has been started. They came highly recommended from a few people so I hoped they would be good; and I think they are if you are between the ages of 13 and 17? If you are an adult I wouldn't bother. For example, I think anything by Herman Wouk, Somerset Maugham, or Tom Robbins is excellent; if you agree then do not buy these books.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2233EI62BSC27?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games has no redeeming qualities.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had trouble getting through the book. The only reason I finished it is so I could discuss it with my grown daughter. I do not understand anyone writing a book where kids kill kids. If I could have given this book less than one star I would have. It really disturbs me that schools are making this required reading when there are so many other books with redeeming qualities.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FWYFM1YXEJVW?ASIN=0439023521	A load of gratuitous violence	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">One of the worst books I have ever read. Violence for its own sake only supporting a pathetic story line. It alarms me that it is so popular and that movies are being made.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3B8MEOWG1JNLT?ASIN=0439023521	"No wonder we have ""Columbines"""	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is terrible - teens killing teens! And, written and designed for teens.  Put what ever political, philosophic, literary, futuristic, ""Occupy"", ""Lord of the Flies"", ""1984"" spin on it you wish, but we adults would have been better off without this book, to say nothing about our young.  The real tragedy of this book/movie is that it was written/sold/hyped/distributed/made a ""must read"" by adults only trying to make lots of money, not caring one whit what effect it would have on young minds trying to make some sense of this crazy world.  But, that is really not the job of the ""market"" is it?<br/>  I am surprised that it was not entitled ""The Columbine Games"", but that name was probably already taken!</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CFEZ57F435CY?ASIN=0439023521	Why?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I just don't understand why this book is so popular.  The writing was terrible, the character development was nonexistant, the story was just stupid, and the purpose of writing such a book escapes me.  I know this book was written for children (although the subject is totally inappropriate for children)<br/><br/>Again - I ask why?</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2B2GMV3NIBWZB?ASIN=0439023521	Couldn't get into it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was looking for a good read and with the movie's popularity I thought it would be a good pick. I was wrong. I had trouble getting into it and I gave it a chance.<br/><br/>I have =received some recommendations for replacing it and am shopping for one.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OY9B4B72LNEX?ASIN=0439023521	Kindle quit during the middle of the book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I recently went to see the Hunger Games movie. I cannot compare it with the book however since my Kindle that was little more then a year old stopped working as I was right in the middle of it! Not happy with a product that had such a short life. I am glad I didn't have alot of prepurchased books on it yet to read.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R34HVAPVKWNTLZ?ASIN=0439023521	The Hungar Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I found this book to be so repulsive for the first 50 pages that I deleted it. I cannot figure out how it has become such a great hit. Perhaps people need to see a society like the one depicted so that ours is more acceptable.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29EPETSKLEZGW?ASIN=0439023521	Horrible book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the worst book I have ever read and I've read a lot a lot of books. It's  boring and i wouldn't advise anyone to read it. The only reason I was able to get myself through the whole thing was by reminding myself that my friends wouldn't listen to my opinion unless I finished it. The plot is not good and it is not written well. Also, the characters have no real personality and the books have no flavor. For some reason a lot of people like it which seems strange to me.<br/>  It's basically about a bunch of kids that are thrown into an arena somewhere in the woods and they have to kill each other while everyone else watches on t.v.- the last person left standing wins. So this girl gets chosen to compete one year along with another boy from her district and they pretend to be in love so that the people will root for them and in the end they are both allowed to survive. The boy really loves the girl but she's not sure if she feels the same way about him because she likes another boy back home too. I didn't bother to read the rest of the series but from what i know about the other two books, the girl is in love with both of the boys and can't decide so finally she chooses the one that competed with her in the 'hunger games' because she find out the other one helped blow her little sister up for some reason.<br/>  I don't even know why they're bothering to make a movie out of this piece of trash- that love triangle idea has been used way too much and the killing part- well, I guess no one's bothered to try that till now.<br/>  I have never read such a stupid book. (I didn't want to even put one star but they said I had to rate it...) All my friends said, ""it sounds stupid but it's not"" but after reading it i realized that it sounds stupid because it is stupid. Anyone who thinks otherwise is just kidding themselves- they realize it deep down and if someone disagrees with me; don't bother to comment on this review and if you do- I don't care, I'm not even bothering to check, I'm just sharing this with whoever is interested because this is my opinion, no matter what anyone else thinks... and I'm proud of it:)</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3C28I6783DXCS?ASIN=0439023521	Really wish you could give negative stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This has got to be one of the worst books I have read in a long time, I really wish that people would not compare good books with dribble, I believe Harry Potter was a good series, Lord of the Rings, these should never be placed in the same sentence as this series, which was un-entertaining, un-believable, un-enticing, un-likable and perhaps worst of all boring, if you want to be entertained reread Harry Potter, go read Terry Pratchett's Guards Guards, almost anything else but this.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RRN6XBV9EHD3N?ASIN=0439023521	Horrible writing, disgusting premise...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Hey, I have an idea!  How about we write a book about kids (little kids) killing each other, and then see if anyone is stupid or immoral enough to want to read it!  Unfortunately for our society today, people are a) not smart enough to know when writing is bad b) not moral enough to know that this is not entertainment.  So if the idea behind this book is ok for you (i.e. kids dueling to the death on live tv) then are you ok with children having sex? Oh no, you say! at least not on live tv anyway.  i find myself sickened by the fact that someone would publish this, and even more by the fact that not only do people read this, but now its a best seller and a movie?????  God help us all.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1EABNIPWTGR76?ASIN=0439023521	Very creepy book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've obviously missed something that hundreds of reviewers loved.  Seeing so many positive reviews and seeing that it was published by Scholastic led me to believe this book was something that I would at least find interesting.  Children fighting to the death is sick.  If there are missed metaphors on my part, then so be it...at 59 with a Masters degree in Modern Studies this book didn't resonate on any level.  I haven't read so-called science fiction in many, many years and if this is the ""new"" science fiction then I guess I'll stick to historical fiction and the like.  I see nothing in this book to recommend it and am perplexed about its popularity.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3A5UN3UXQX15O?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Lacks	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I can't complain about the service on ordering and receiving the book...all was easy and timely.  I did not like the book...but that is subjective.  Read it yourself and decide.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NSYCOWK7KAMC?ASIN=0439023521	"""Collector's Edition""?"	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I find it quite a stretch to call this a ""Collector's Edition"". Only the first book of the series is included (why not sell the entire trilogy together as they all have already had initial releases?), the mockingjay artwork is less than impressive, the cover of the slipcase was peeling upon arrival, and there is no dust jacket. Compare this to the deluxe edition of the final installment of the Harry Potter series, which was packaged in a high-quality slipcase and contained a dust jacket with full-color art. I'm very disappointed in Scholastic and this product.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PG3YFRDQRFI7?ASIN=0439023521	The idea of kids killing kids? only a bad parent would let their kids read this!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The idea of kids killing kids? I would never let any of my children read this book.  Lets have some morals, people.  This book and the idea behind it is sick.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3D2YRQKTGSZG7?ASIN=0439023521	Uh-Oh's!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I know that I should not of done this but, I went and saw the movie but I didn't read the book. But after the movie I really want to read the trilogy!</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RWKP3JUM2CIQZ?ASIN=0439023521	A forced attempt to remove morality	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I really wanted to enjoy this series; it is well written and I liked the characters. But I found that I could never suspend disbelief due the author's obvious, forced attempt to remove any Judeo-Christian morality and ethics from the books' dystopian society at large (Ditto with The City of Ember). No human society (or parents!) would EVER sanction the wholesale slaughter of children for the amusement of compassionless adults.  Look, we all read fiction as escapist entertainment right?  The gratuitous maiming of children --even as fiction-- is NEVER entertainment!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R301M7PNU9TFX0?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games... a horrible book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought this book was HORRIBLE. It had a horrible plot and the reader could NEVER tell how much time was passing. Katniss has no sense of direction in the book, and does not know how to deal with ANYTHING. I don't recommend this book to anyone who likes a fast paced, suspenseful book. OVER AND OUT.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3NTFMR68HX01Y?ASIN=0439023521	boring	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is really boring. The movie is better. Just wasn't interesting and very slow starting. Wish I hadn't paid for it.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1K6W8U7DCZ1OP?ASIN=0439023521	She tried to drown the kitten and alleged humans admire her?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Being curious, I listened to part of the audio book.<br/><br/>The protagonist/narrator talked about trying to drown her sister's kitten.<br/><br/>That was enough of this book.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FIRT4290YLOZ?ASIN=0439023521	dumb	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i hate this book why is there a chatacter named after pita bread and cat nip the lady who wrote it must be crazy poor lady</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1X3IW6LO65RVN?ASIN=0439023521	Best book ever	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was full of surprises and a wonderful mix of romance and action. This is by far the best book I have ever read</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WEQTKEML1LZP?ASIN=0439023521	?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i don't remember purchasing this book but it may have been bought by my daughter. i don't know anything about this book</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1I2X3H862XUSE?ASIN=0439023521	From a seriously warped mind	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">""The Hunger Games"" in which children are drawn from different regions and put into a competition where they have to kill each other. The last one breathing wins national fame and a lifetime of luxury. I'm not sure which is more horrific: the novel itself, the fact that it's so popular, or that it's marketed at middle school book fairs. No wonder kids are so messed up these days ... can't blame this one on TV or video games. I'm not a fan of censorship by any means, but would discourage kids from reading this one.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DHFKT1L07L16?ASIN=0439023521	Derivative	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">of every dystopian sic-fi novel I've every read, crossed with Shirley Jackson's ""The Lottery."".  Lost interest after about 50 pages.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BRXIGJ5ADVKB?ASIN=0439023521	I love when they where fighting in the games and I love the ending of the book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I love the whole thing I love the part when the part when she was looking for food in the begging</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R8B7N9SHZIMNW?ASIN=0439023521	This book sucks	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Its just a copy of one of Stephen King's books so prety much this is a very bad book dont read it</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2W6MP16HQM72O?ASIN=0439023521	worse than TV	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I quit watching TV years ago and stared just reading. Life is too short to watch TV.  This book is actually worse than the dribble on TV!  No writing skill...no believable plot..no creative ending.  It reads like a high school sophomore wrote it with no imagination and no skills.  I kept telling myself it would get better...it never did. I was ashamed that I wasted my time and finished it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R38JBN1O2KK02I?ASIN=0439023521	Awful	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was awful, it's follow-up worse. Brutal, predictable, and not any fun at all. Not what I'm looking for in a book. It didn't sound good but I let people who'd read it and liked it talk me into it. Mistake. I'll never get those hours back again and I could have been doing something like ramming my head in to a wall.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3UZG83L572RG8?ASIN=0439023521	One Star	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Yuk!!</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ITRX56LIBA0P?ASIN=0439023521	The hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't like the book but some if it I did if u have to rate I gave it a 1</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35J9R0HKIB8TU?ASIN=0439023521	I have lost all hope in YA books	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't know why Scholastic, the publisher of Harry Potter, would publish this disgrace. I had to read this for a summer reading assignment for my English class. After so much trash I've read from YA categories, I thought that this would at least be worthwhile since it was recommended by English teachers. I was left with disappointment. Now, I have reached the conclusion that YA authors are only writing to gain popularity.<br/><br/>The plot is interesting; however, one have to ask, if this is the ""future"", then why does it seem like the society and lifestyle stepped back about eighty years or more except for the rich? A classmate of mine told me the reason for that is so that the government can punish the people for rebelling. So... they would continue to use the same old-style coal mines from ten years before this present year (2010) and destroy the Earth just to punish their citizens? I don't get it. I guess that's only one area I'm hitting, but just this one makes me believe that Collins didn't really think through the background info. Speaking of old-fashioned, the idea of the Hunger Games just seem like civilization stepped backwards when gladiators and human sacrifices were needed to keep the authorities happy. Some may argue with me that the battle is what makes a story epic. Well, a battle does, but this is just a fight. Yeah, it can make it epic to an extent, but not in a way that's memorable.<br/><br/>Collins is a good writer, don't get me wrong. However, she is still pretty mediocre. Honestly, I think the book would've been so much better if it was written in third-person. There's no need for the reader to go through every single thought of a teenage girl. It just gets annoying. No matter how ""mature"" the character is. Plus, the style just seems very forced. It doesn't seem like it would even come from the mind of anyone. Again, it's not even necessary just for students to get a feel of what the situation is. Also, there's no need to introduce new characters and put so much emphasis on them if they have no real connection with the plot (the red-haired Avox and her companion). If one does, then great. Find a way to include them in the overall plot. If one can't, then stop mentioning them over and over. The first half of the book was general background info about the characters that should really only take up a fourth of the book at most. The characters needs a little more, well, characteristics. All I learned about Katniss is that she is a dreadful teenager, who would fit in the ""emo"" clique if she was in high school now. Peeta is probably the best constructed character from the book. Overall was pretty impressive, well for YA at least.<br/><br/>Why do I give it a three-star? I like it enough to give it such a high rating, I guess. It's a lot better than Twilight, which is unusual to find in modern literature. However, I only want to remember enough to ace the class and after that, I'll drown it out with some C. S. Lewis, Mark Twain, and J. K. Rowling.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1BZUBAC7CLHUM?ASIN=0439023521	I was not fond of this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I had to read it and it was not as good as it seems so I would not recommend it</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ELQ8HNCDYTF?ASIN=0439023521	Plagiarism	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Do not read this book.<br/>This woman is a thief and a plagiarist.<br/>She stole this trash from Koushun Takami. Over a decade ago he wrote Battle Royale,  a fantastic novel about children sent by the autocratic government to an island so they can compete to the death. The whole novel is stolen. How she got away with this is insane. It is fair enough to take inspiration from other works, and no novel can really claim to be truly, 100% original, but this is just ridiculous. She has has stolen a novel, sucked out all the emotional and creative brilliance and then slapped her name on it.<br/><br/>If you like the idea behind this piece of trash then please read Battle Royale. It is an infintely greater work.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R33NI3X49SDOIR?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is one of the worst books I have ever read! The entire book is excessively violent. The prose is leaden. Every other sentence spoken by Katniss has at least one 'I.' The characters are cliches: no real development: Katniss' mother and sister Prim have blond hair and blue eyes. Katniss and Gale have black hair and eyes. The rest of their faces? Who knows? The only sympathetic character is the boy Peeta who never wavers in his love for Katniss. She, for her part, just does what she wants, playing both sides of the coin to survive. This is all she cares about besides her sister Prim. Caring for family is not bravery, it's an extension for Katniss' survival instinct. She'll act like she cares about Peeta, then changes her opinions constantly. The dialog gets tedious with the constant talk of food and clothing. When the final 3 get to the Golden Cornucopia, wolflike creatures attack them. They have the eyes of the dead tributes. How did this happen? No explanation. The contest over, everyone goes home to starvation, with the exception of the winners who will live in luxury. The next year they have to participate again as aides. They'll do this over and over again. What have we learned from this book? That violence and inhumaity are our basic natures? We come away brutalized, just like the Hunger Games winners.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R137TO9NMD38OJ?ASIN=0439023521	THE PEOPLE OF THE PLAINS OF THE FEILDS	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">the people have seen the war and the war lords unbareable ways was only brought on by the depths of the iced frozen baby and the children cry from the appearance of the men.<br/><br/>the grounds of the roads were shaking through the people and the frozen time keepers clock and the lands keeper was long forgotten from the millions of years that have passed through the lands of ice and snow.<br/><br/>the men in the lands were only know to be surpassed from the keepers in the mountains of the eagles crying and the places from the unbareable ways of the men in the land dirted roads of dispair and ice.<br/><br/>the children cry with the howls of the wolves from long ago and the times of the people were seen to be short but many have found their ways to the lands keepers den of evil where he resides for many moons.<br/><br/>the story goes on as the scrolls of time were saved by the eagles of the frozen iced glaciers of time and tears.  the wolves and eagle fight for the scrolls and the landskeeper only knows from the times keepers way and the land lords prime.and we all say the words of the power which is POWER! the people know the ways of the roads and the keepers feelings of the many and the homes of the childs.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WMIWCUBKUPTY?ASIN=0439023521	awful violent no stars	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book is awful I got it because my 10 year old daughter wanted to read it and thought i should read it first. I am so glad I did this is an awful scary violent book that no child should be allowed to read I of course could only get through the first 3 chapters and had to put it away. Just the whole idea behind it is why our society is crumbling and children are becoming violent and so impulsive, video games, violence, and TV.  It is a sad sight to think of where we will be in 100 years but something like this is awful we should be reading and writing positive outlook books not killing violent doom books. I would never see this movie or read and I would not allow children who have no means of deciphering the difference from fiction to reality, read this book. The writing might be good but i did not find it moving me through I have read the The Giver and this book was upsetting but the writing was superb. So if you are thinking about letting a child under 15 read this or see the movie I would not.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GR66AQ0OG2QY?ASIN=0439023521	Disturbing and Depressing.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was interested in reading this book after all the good reviews I had heard about it. While the book is written well and the author does a great job telling the story, I found the plot disturbing. It worries me that so many readers have loved this book. It leaves me with a dark, creepy, yucky feeling. Children fighting to the death is sick.<br/><br/>The book started out interesting and I couldn't put it down until about the middle. It seemed to go downhill from there. I was expecting something better from Scholastic and would not recommend this book to well anyone. I am shocked that it is a young adult book.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IU68XA31NHAC?ASIN=0439023521	Popular behavior not realistic	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I hated this book although I couldn't stop reading the series until I saw an end of the capital and its evils. The behavior of the capital is not realistic since considering many different cultures today practically all of the wealthy (GDP per capita) ones tend to be more sympathetic of people suffering and in bad conditions. This is true for non-democracies and even totalitarian governments, even China have been slowly increasing its efforts to improve the quality of life of its population although with a GDP per capita of 3k China would not really be classified as one of the highest GDP's per capita in the world. So it's sick to see that the people in the capital don't care at all about the violence or need that goes on in the hunger games. This, along with what was said in other reviews, made me decide that this  book is not a worthwhile read unless you think your life sucks and that it can't get any worse. In this case this book would you make you feel better about your life otherwise don't make yourself feel like garbage for no reason.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R35BL3Q384CNKE?ASIN=0439023521	Boring and Predictable	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After reading a lot of incredibly boring books recently, I chose this one because of all the hype surrounding it. I was vaguely aware of the premise, and found it interesting enough to give it a try. However, I was sorely disappointed. The book was incredibly boring, long drawn out, and overly predictable. Too much of the book is spent droning on with filler - basically ridiculously over descriptive (you'll be provided with the details of every meal the protagonist eats, every day, throughout the entire story) - and once you get into the middle of the book, the pages are almost interchangeable with regards to the evens that take place. The premise is a little unbelievable, the main character is overly-oblivious, and it seems like the author changes the rules of her ""world"" based on the direction she wishes the story to take, rather than writing the story within the parameters of the world. Basically if you have any taste for real literature, and you're not a pre-teen, you're not going to enjoy this book.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29Z2BXUM6CHFD?ASIN=0439023521	Surprised at the low-quality writing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I was utterly surprised to find this the most popular book at Amazon! Having been sent the trilogy as a Christmas present from my sci-fi loving daughter, who has incredible taste in literature, and having read the first 6 chapters, I was beginning to wonder if she had read any of Collins' work, as I found the writing terribly simplistic and the plot leading to voyeurism, but perhaps that goes along with my distaste for reality TV shows. My daughter had noted, ""These are a some kids' books that I thought you would enjoy. Parcel them out in small chunks."" She had suggested I could pass them on to my 20 year old granddaughter. It was kind of funny that I landed on this page when arriving at Amazon in search of some character building books for my 9 yr. old grandson - something that would take him in a different direction than the  magic of Harry Potter. Yes, magic and sci-fi are fun to read, but I'm looking for something with a little more depth, a message? a different perspective? leading to a good discussion? I may finish the book just to see if I'm missing something - or maybe not - too many other good books waiting on my nightstand. I would not recommend this book to anyone of any age, certainly not teens nor young adults.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1R0RR1E2X5BXP?ASIN=0439023521	Not On Your Life	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Thank God I didn't pay for this book.  What the heck are we thinking as a society?  Children killing children for adult sport?  REALLY?  And this is popular!!!  This is garbage.  Badly written garbage.  The 'first person present tense' style of writing is tedious and awkward, the storyline is crazy junk, the execution (no pun intended) is sadly lacking.  The Hunger Games is the beginning of the demise of the literary world.  Remember when literary excellence was an achievement and classic novels were born out of good writing?  With Hunger Games we are looking at the beginning of sicko garbage becoming mainstream classics that our kids are forced to read in class.  Suzanne Collins has no morals, and neither does Scholastic.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2LB8XGXEPGUTD?ASIN=0439023521	children do not read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is totally inapropriate for children. If this type of books are being published and recommended for children under 16 we will only live in a chaotic world fuelling violence among children and our society. Is this what you want from your children and the future generation shaping up the world?  Their brain is very precious please protect your children from these unscrupulous authors and publishers filling our childrens head with violence of children killing children. Parents please take prudent decision.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IYCTUX6QU3UU?ASIN=0439023521	I did not like this book.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I just can't handle this kind of brutality. I started reading this book at night after I went to bed. Read about half the book. I turned off the light to go to sleep, but I could not go to sleep. I was up all night.  I'll admit the writer is really good, because I could picture everything so vividly. But if God gave you the talent to write this well, write something  uplifting &amp; joyful.  I will not read any more of her books, unless she calls me personally and tells me she has written something that will make me so happy that I cry with joy.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2ZU28HAQ16RYZ?ASIN=0439023521	You might need to be a Science Fiction or Horror enthusiast to like this book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I absolutely disliked this book.  As other reviewers wrote, it is distasteful. And to me, pointless. I read a lot and love a good science fiction story but absolutely did not understand the allure of reading an entire book about children running around killing each other. I read half the book and I am sure there is a deeper story in its pages but I'm not willing to grit through the gruesome deaths to get to it.<br/><br/>I will not deny that it is a page turner.  It is.  What I did read, I read in 3 days.  And then I skipped to the end (just because I wanted to know what happened) and then deposited the book in the abandoned magazine pile at the gym.  If you like the idea of the story, then you should absolutely read the book.  But if the idea turns you off, like it did me, go with your gut and do not read the book. I wish I had never read it in the first place.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RPL2LONFDOX0N?ASIN=0439023521	Boring to this Adult	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I knew this was a children's book when I bought it, but it's so popular, I expected something smarter.  I also thought it was targeted at teenagers but the reading level is actually third or fourth grade.  Even though it has fewer made up places and ideas than adult dystopian novels, it was still a chore to get through because it was just words on a page, nothing came to life.  I suppose the children who read it have richer imaginations than me and are able to project themselves into the story.<br/><br/>So--I bought it, I read it and now I know I wasn't missing a thing!</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UKILI672LUAB?ASIN=0439023521	One Star	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Worst book I ever read</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RDN4XF3TJ5FMV?ASIN=0439023521	Awful !!!!!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have read many books..a lot of different topics and plots. This Book after reading one chapter is going to join the dumpster.<br/>I had to force myself to read one chapter and could not ""get into"" the book AT ALL<br/><br/>I would highly recommend you read some of this book before purchasing it. I did not like it at all and I can't say that about many books.<br/><br/>Not good.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQI1T7BE1LAN3?ASIN=0439023521	Not for me.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this because my granddaughter and her friends have been really caught up in this trilogy.  I really didn't like the fact that the story line goes against all the values we try to teach our children.  I really disliked the fact that, in order to survive, they had to kill everyone else.  I didn't bother to read the other two books</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1JAQ03Y9DD4LH?ASIN=0439023521	A Hoary Narrative	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book because a friend recommended it. The story line was predictable, and as a history teacher I found the author made cheap use of history to create her society and compose her story. I am not impressed and will not be recommending this book to anyone I know. People that did like this book are obviously not familar with real history which is much better than this story.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R21DN9O9P727EU?ASIN=0439023521	Read Battle Royale instead	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Battle Royale is pretty much the same premise as this book, but it was written by a MAN.  So it has a lot more action, a lot more character development, the author goes into the background and psychology of why people participate in actually killing people vs not killing people.  If you're over the age of 12.... just read Battle Royale instead.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3J0HXCZAWRZLV?ASIN=0439023521	Can I rate it negative stars ?  5 Black Holes ?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Horrible book,  horrible series waste of time. Horribly written.  Plenty of plot changes because there are no rules to this ""universe"". Huge areas of the ""country"" devoted to single economies is just plain dumb. Premise is dumb and plays out horribly,  It's like Running Man ""the movie"" (not the book).  Save your lifespan and skip it.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1OVTSUVG19815?ASIN=0439023521	Horrible choice of first-person  present-tense	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The first-person present-tense narrative (""I gasp for breath"") rings false all the way through, so I can never believe in the events or the characters.  If that weren't bad enough, the story is super predictable.  Listening to this (I had the audio book) made me laugh, made me angry, and eventually made me quit.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R5NKACL6OW28R?ASIN=0439023521	She stole the work	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Ok, for all of you who think that she is so creative and such, look up a novel/manga by the name of Battle Royale. It has 15 books in its series, and was finished back in 2006. All this author did was take Battle Royale's idea, and change some details to make it her own. There is even a Battle Royale movie, made back in 2000! There are too many similarities for it to just be a coincidence.<br/><br/>WARNING! SPOILERS!<br/><br/>1. Ok, for BR there was a corrupt Japanese government, while HG had it in North America.<br/><br/>2. BR kidnapped a class of middle school kids(ages about 12-16), while HG took 2 kids 12-18 from each sector.<br/><br/>3. Both had stronger kids forming alliances, also in HG the guy was in love with the girl, and the girl started falling for him. In BR, the girl loved the guy, and the guy started falling for her.<br/><br/>4. Both have an ""arena"" of sorts that they are stuck on while fighting, and both have the ""game masters"" who interfere to make things more interesting. Oh, and both have announcements to say who died.<br/><br/>5. While in BR they start out with a bag that had a random weapon in it, in HG they are randomly just scattered at the starting point.<br/><br/>There are many other similarities, but i wont point them all out. Also, the first book in HG is whole 15 of BR. BR ended at the end of the games, as did the first book of HG. Now, do you wonder why books 2 and 3 of HG didn't get near the reviews praise that the first book did? Because she had nothing more to copy from! BR was over by this point, so the rest of it is all the authors own ideas. My point is, she doesn't deserve all the credit and praise and money that she is getting. And the only reason she is getting away with it is because the fan base for Adult Japanese manga is small here in the U.S. and in most non asian countries in the world, and it was done 6 years ago, so those who DID read it might not remember it well enough to see the theft.<br/><br/>I hope you will give Battle Royale a chance(even if you aren't a fan of graphic novels, it is a GREAT story) and see that I am correct. It is 18+ because its aimed at adult audiences, lots of gore and some sexual scenes. Thanks for reading, hope you all take it to heart!</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2Y1AFIQYJHR1N?ASIN=0439023521	started good but went downhill pretty quickly	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i don't know why this book got such raving reviews. i was unable to finish it. it started out really good. but when the main charactor went to the competition and was all getting dressed by some person,it didn't make any sense. it is nowhere close to harry potter. this is just not worth it.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RU1KI3W1Q5PM4?ASIN=0439023521	Returned !!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I only started  reading this book to see what all the fuss was about...after the first several chapters I was appauled and feeling nauseous about the nature of the plot line so I returned it and was refunded...thank you AmazonKindle.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3E0VRBTSUJFWJ?ASIN=0439023521	Is there a button for zero stars?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Yuck! I apsoultly detest this line of uncultered, barbaric crap.Some kids in my scholl are litteraly hynoptised by the ""cool"" charters and and downright stupid story.Give this to someone whose brains you want to rot.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1N69UUCBFSOUX?ASIN=0439023521	Look Elsewhere	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Very disappointed with this book as the majority of reviewers have nothing but high praise. This is mind-numbing garbage. Try Tolkien or Martin for true character development.<br/><br/>Stephanie Myers recommends this book, enough said.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2NJN2QREUE3EJ?ASIN=0439023521	THE HUNGER GAMES	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">VIOLENCE!  AND ALL INVOLVING CHILDREN.. Kids don't need that encouragement these days.  It's all around us.  I know I'm definitely in the minority.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R28JMP62ASR1RF?ASIN=0439023521	Not worth it.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I've never read Battle Royale, but after reading the synopsis, I can see what people are angry about. Blatant plagiarism aside, though, this book is pretty awful. The whole premise is so implausible and simplistic that it's impossible to care about what happens to any of the characters. And there really isn't much to like about the characters, except for maybe Peeta. As for Katniss, we never learn who she really is, since people get killed off in the arena before she has to make any real moral decision. As much as she tells the reader how wrong she believes the system to be, she basically goes along with it right to the very end.<br/><br/>Speaking of the end, it is very weak. Yes, this book is part of planned trilogy, but could the author have made it any more obvious?<br/><br/>I just can't understand why this book is so popular, while other books that are many, many times better fall under the radar. If you're a fan of mediocre literature, by all means read this book, but otherwise, it's just not worth it.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3EZEXDMRIZ3X4?ASIN=0439023521	It Sucks!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was not what I thought it was going to be. It was children killing children! And making it a game out it?? Sick!!</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RMRKQA1JLUK3E?ASIN=0439023521	if your not a teenage girl...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">not really an intellectual achievment-characters and plot about as complex as the back of a cereal box. waste of time.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R25YIE9Q3CP6A3?ASIN=0439023521	Did not read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Did not read. Lost interest. I can not think of fifteen more words  I just want to return it to the library.<br/><br/>Star rating 5.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLFXOWQL35PWD?ASIN=0439023521	Hi	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Book sucks crap!! I hate it! Do not waste all your money on this crappy book!! Make another book I can complain on!! Gosh!</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1AIS5UO7H6BWU?ASIN=0439023521	Review	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I stopped reading after only a few pages.  It promised to be too cruel for my taste and I decided not to finish it.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVEWLAE0WQ0S?ASIN=0439023521	A Heads Up for ELA Teachers	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Attention fellow English Language Arts teachers:<br/><br/>  I would NOT use Suzanne Collins' The Hunger Games (New York: Scholastic Press, 2008) in a classroom, for the same reason that I would not present to a classroom of adolescents the recent R-rated horror film based on this book. Why would any RESPONSIBLE ELA teacher assign to her adolescent students the literary equivalent of a slasher-film? How are ELA students edified by reading a dumbed-down horror story that features numerous, graphic scenes of screaming teenagers being ruthlessly brutalized, gruesome violence almost entirely  detached from any moral context? And just what kind of a jackass WOULD assign such trash to impressionable 15 year-olds? Answer: About 9 out of 10 ELA teachers laboring in today's amoral, government-run, public school systems, regrettably.<br/><br/> The Hunger Games, a futuristic horror tale set in post-war North America, appears to have taken its inspiration from modern ""reality TV."" Several reality TV shows of the past decade (e.g., ""Survivor"") feature a contrived situation involving a small group of young strangers who have been isolated from the rest of the world, and who are now forced to compete mercilessly with one another in order to win a prize of great value. While the show's cast experiences extreme psychic violence and gratification, a safe-at-home, national TV audience sits and enjoys the contestants' agonies and ecstasies. The same thing happens in The Hunger Games, not coincidentally written and published during the height of the recent reality TV phenomenon.<br/><br/> In The Hunger Games, author Collins has contrived a scenario that forces a small group of isolated teen strangers to fight each other to the death in front of a cynical national television audience. The teens find themselves in this fearful predicament because an evil, future, central political authority---an authority dominated by large, amoral, corporate interests, no doubt---finds this annual blood and guts spectacle useful for reminding its occasionally rebellious subjects of the type of viciousness an all-powerful government is capable of. During the exciting, televised death struggle, the teens are all killed off one by one, with spears, arrows, fire, poison, hideous, stinging wasps, and finally, torn to shreds by monstrous, hybrid, human teen-wolves. The story also features something of a love triangle (which suitor will protagonist Katniss choose, Gale, or Peeta?), but the main event is of course the teens hunting and killing one another.<br/><br/> There are several important questions this troubling book raises for middle and high school English Language Arts teachers.<br/><br/> If the film version of The Hunger Games should be considered inappropriate to show to most adolescent students, why then should its even MORE gruesome literary source be considered a perfectly legitimate reading assignment? Why?<br/><br/> Additionally, the fact that most adolescents would find The Hunger Games a highly entertaining read does not in and of itself justify the book being assigned to them. Middle and high school cafeterias concerned with the physical health of still-growing students do not design their school lunch menus with only one factor in mind, i.e. how tasty most teens might find a particular food. Why then should middle and high school literature teachers who are concerned with the INTELLECTUAL and MORAL health of maturing students be concerned primarily with how ENTERTAINING a particular work of fiction is? Why?<br/><br/>  The fact that the Hunger Games has been and will for many years to come be regarded as a staple of young adult literature by the vast majority of government-run, ELA programs is yet another great argument in favor of parents home-schooling their teenagers till other options finally become available.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R14L2871345X1M?ASIN=0439023521	Post apocalpytic lite - a derivative work for teen girls	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Overall: 3 stars<br/>""The Hunger Games"" is a fast-paced, quick reading book targeted for young adults / teens.  The plot is fairly linear with limited surprises, lightly developed characters and a potentially interesting setting.  The violence in the book is fairly intense for young teens, but not as bad as most video games (showing a coursening of our society unfortunately).<br/><br/>Setting:<br/>The setting for the book is a post apocalyptic North America/USA at some point in the future.  The ""Capital"" is the winning side in the post apocalyptic civil war.  The ""Capital"" subjegates 12 resource producing districts which lost in the civil war.  The subjegation comes through starvation, limited communication, draconian/marshall law, humiliation and the over the top power display of ""The Hunger Games"".  ""The Hunger Games"" is a widely televised death match between 1 girl and 1 boy from all 12 districts -- only one survivor.  The teens are selected by lottery where the poorer people have a great chance of being selected for the games or the district is well todo and has trained killer teens that volunteer for the games.  The winning district gets a year of some benefits and the actual winning teen is ""set for life"" with housing, food and money.  The feel is a cold war communist regime overlaid on the degenerate final years of the pre-Christian Roman Empire.<br/><br/>The setting is clearly a derivative work from: 1984, The Running Man, Death Race, Survivor, The Lottery, Reality TV...and many others.<br/><br/>Note: The setting could be very interesting but is only developed a bit and left me wanting to know more about the setting than the actual Hunger Game being described.  The setting has an inconsistent feel to it; not clear if the author is going for hard sci-fiction or soft sci-fiction here...it does neither very well.<br/><br/>The dust jacket says ""delivers equal parts suspense and philosphy, adventure and romance, in this searing novel set in a future with unsettling parallels to our present"".  The editor points out that the books tries to do a lot of things; but none are done very well.  The ""unsettling parallels to our present"" makes no sense at all to me -- not sure what life the editor is living but seems to be very much out of touch with reality.<br/><br/>Characters:<br/>The main characters are an 17 year old girl, Katniss, and a 16/17 year old boy, Peeta.  She has had a very hard life but has learned how to hunt and gather to keep her family fed and alive.  She is resourceful, withdrawn, untrusting, intelligent but very hardened.  Her character is interesting at points but tends to miss the obvious when it comes to interpersonal situations.  I found that to be frustrating as the character comes across as inconsistent.  Peeta is a son of a baker/merchant class.  He has unrequited love for Katniss; Katniss is too thick to see the obvious interest he has for her.  The other characters are very thin window dressing.<br/><br/>Plot:<br/>The plot is simple -- it is the description of the events in the 74 annual Hunger games aka a death match where most of the contestants do not even have names as they just get slaughter off-screen.  It shows that Katniss is a good hunter, smart -- brains wins over brawn.  Katniss will obviously win the game; it is just a matter of what the collateral damage will be.  There is also a weak romance plot line.<br/><br/>Action:<br/>The action is well-paced and done with good detail description.  By half way through the game description, I was ready to move on to the development of the setting/backstory.  Actually, the details of the actual game play were not very necessary once you had a few of the combat described.  The editor should have helped the author cut the combat part down and expand the setting development.  The book would be much better.<br/><br/>Prose:<br/>The author has a clean and tight writing style that is effective and affective.  Her descriptions are done fairly well.<br/><br/>Summary:<br/>--------<br/>Overall: 3 stars<br/>Setting: 2 to 2.5 stars<br/>Characters: 2 stars<br/>Plot: 1.5 to 2 stars<br/>Action: 2.5 stars<br/>Prose: 3 to 3.5 stars</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2FEKIER0HSMZT?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">A good read. Keeps you going and good characters. Can't wait to read the next chapter in this great series</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R37N25TKDGHKKB?ASIN=0439023521	I hated it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I could not get past the 2nd chapter before I deleted from my library. What a waste of money and my time.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1YMCH2XXJVDQJ?ASIN=0439023521	luved it!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">OMG i LUVED THIS BOOK!!! suzan collins iz da azomest authore to walk the face of da earth.... nuff said</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1ZW3423ZSSKE8?ASIN=0439023521	sucks	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this made me feel like i barfed then had to eat it again. the worst book i ever read. by zimboguae</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RY7W84WGAYRBS?ASIN=0439023521	COPYRIGHT!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I don't care what anyone says because I am a stubborn SOB when i discover a book i read back in my freshman year is just being released again but with a different title and taking place in thee future. My girlfriend started reading these series a while back and she lend me the first book to my surprise about 50 pages in i started saying to myself ""Damn this book kinda sounds familar to a story i had read before"" I couldnt remember then one night when i reached about 175 pages in that this was the exact same story from a book i read back in 2007 called BATTLE ROYALE the book had the same concept besides the fact 21 males and 21 females were taken to compete in a survival game that was televised and that there was love, friendship, hope involved in the story. JEEEEZZZZ even the ending of the HUNGER GAMES involves the 2 kids getting on a trian which is how BATTLE ROYALE ends when two of the kids run away from the authorites on a train. 1 star rating for making money off a book that was already made and a movie that was already made 12 years ago.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R22YGPNE7V9XPT?ASIN=0439023521	A Good Case for Book Banning (Wait, Not What You Might Think...)	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm just a few pages away from finishing this agonizing book.  I actually think it should be banned, but not for the reasons one might think.  My reasons are:  It's atrociously written, it has inexcusable grammatical errors (unintended narrative ones, not as in colloquial dialogue), lousy sentence structure; it has a plucky, damsel-in-distress, overly girly (yes, girly) protagonist, and it has NOTHING to do with a dystopian society.  There are about three paragraphs that describe how North America came to be the way it is here, and I only wish that THAT were what the book is about!  It's much harder to depict such a society, its politics, and its governance in detail.  I'd rather school kids read 1984, as I did back then.  So far, for me the ""sci-fi"" or ""fantasy"" works written by women have been extremely disappointing (and I'm a woman).  (I'm sure there are women authors I have yet to hear about in this realm, though.) There are too many generalizations and a make-it-up-as-you-go plot with different creatures haphazardly appearing, and an unoriginal, long, bo-o-o-o-o-o-oring telling of hunt and hide. It's repetitive and grating. It's truly one of the worst books I've ever read. If it weren't for the playing-for-life-and-death scheme, it would read like a teenager's self-absorbed recounting of an Outward Bound adventure.  Just truly awful.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2148L1CNWYFJZ?ASIN=0439023521	Very disappointed	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I bought this book because people recommended it and hoping to like it, I wanted to read the trilogy before the movies come out but it was a big disappointment. After having read the Stag Larsson Millenium trilogy I was hoping to have found another good trilogy to read but it was tough to even finish the first book. It didn't do anything for me. It was not a page turner and it was easy to put it down. Do yourself a favor and pass on this trilogy.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1VGWDAOCXZJZN?ASIN=0439023521	it was alright	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">when i first started reading this book i was so engaged, and could not put it down, then towards the middle i started to become somewhat uninterested and i skipped through the last 50 plus pages because the love story was stupid and corny, i was very disappointed with the plot and it just was not good.<br/>the story revolves around katniss, and i cannot describe her personality becasue she doesnt really have one.<br/>the story is about a bunch of kids who get sent to this island and have to kill eachother and the last one to die can go home and live. someone said before that kids killing eachother is sick and i would have to agree. when i found out that they were going to the island to kill eachother i thought that they would rebel against the government and all the kids would escape the island but that didnt happen, all the kids brutally die.<br/>katniss also meets a red haired girl who she saw running for her life in the forest and i thought that was going to be an interesting mystery but then we never hear from the girl again.i though that the girl would tell her a way to escape or something like that.<br/>it was a fast read but honestly not good.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QH1O0HPK2I3K?ASIN=0439023521	Um Does Anyone Besides Me See The Message Here?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The world is really f*!ed up right now. And the problem is that was are too addicted to entertainment that is too brutal. I don't understand why people and children aren't more drawn to stories like <a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/Witch-Lessons-Witch-Lessons-Book-I/dp/B009Z311TM"">Witch Lessons (Witch Lessons: Book I)</a>, where there the children are taught to better themselves and then the world.<br/><br/>The point of the hunger games is not to be entertained by reading about children who are used as a death sport, and to stand back and say -""wow what an exciting story"" and to condone this behavior. The point I see from this book is that we should not exploit humans in this society for the purpose of entertainment.<br/><br/>So, I vent.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2PIRQX69HRKPS?ASIN=0439023521	Bad writing meets unbelievable plot	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">As each chapter of ""The Hunger Games"" ended, I felt no eager anticipation to know what would happen next in the story. It all felt so contrived, unbelievable and dark, and trudging the strange writing style only added to uneasy feeling I experienced while reading the book. I know many young people who rave about the story. Perhaps, it is aimed for a younger crowd - like artificially-flavored fruit snacks.</span>"
4.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2AY7TA6LB0CXR?ASIN=0439023521	In a world dark with despair, and heavy control, dumb luck is certainly on their side.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text""><a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Hunger-Games/dp/0439023483"">The Hunger Games</a><br/>The book begins with a young girl, 16, named Katniss, that lives in a little town of 12 named ""District 12"". In the town, there is a hierarchy, where the majority of workers in poverty (the seam), the specialty town-workers are the middle-class, and the officials are wealthy. These districts are being controlled by the government called the ""Capitol"". Every year there are the ""Hunger Games"", in which 2 children from each district, 24 in total, to compete against each other in the arena to the death. The winner is held in high regard, given a wonderful house, and food for the rest of their lives. During the games, their ""entourage"" decides what angle to play the audience and sponsors in order to get the best and most exposure.  That is the summary, and that is far as I'm going to go, because I don't want to spoil anything in an already predictable book.<br/><br/>In essence, the book pits state against community, where the communities are the rebels that need to be held in check every year so that they won't try to get ideas and rebel. The book lacks in its attempt to show the emotional effects of a world obsessed with tawdry aesthetics, and mass exposure to staged media. It is as if someone took a bag, threw in elements of bland social commentary, added with a romance and post -apocalyptic drudgery, mixed them together, and out comes a book, or as Katniss puts it best, ""I can't think of anything else"".<br/><br/>The characters are put in 1 situation that calls for tension, aside from that, these characters are rarely faced with real trauma and fear, instead, being given something, as if from the sky (humor intended), that would miraculously help the situation at hand. The story is predictable, and the characters never form a static being you can care for, aside from the main character, who we know only for the fact she narrates the whole story. The only time it picks up, is when the game starts, that has some marginal suspense, but we never know the prey or the predators she faces, they are just cut outs of cardboard that are out to ""get her"".<br/><br/>The social commentary lacks in its effectiveness, showing some of the things that are wrong today, but not showing how they are wrong. It lacks from integration in the story, not allowing the situation to advertise the effect of the world plagued by TV as the only source to the outside world, and the obsessive compulsive nature of artificial beauty.<br/><br/>In closing, it's a very predictable book, lacks effect of social commentary, and emotionally, we suffer for the characters, not having known them.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R9FO0VRO97DIK?ASIN=0439023521	Why is this rated well?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games is supposedly a book written well; of an adventure. But, as I read the first few pages, I instantly got bored. It was a waste to spend my money on a book that was very deceitful to me. I soon read on the first few chapters and realized I had gotten no where. The plot and the spark weren't in me, as usually, most books I enjoy. I hope that future readers will not buy this book for its boring plot and characters.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3JY2330CXUV5A?ASIN=0439023521	Hungry for evil!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought this book was awful.  I do not like to see such terrible civilizations even beyond imagination for vilance and evil.  This was not entertaining or informative.  Only an author with a hateful mind could think up such a plot.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1LXK1AZS43QWU?ASIN=0439023521	SCRATCHED!!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I received my audio book yesterday. I started listening to it with my 1st period class and it started skipping. I looked at the disc and it is all SCRATCHED up!  I looked at a couple of other discs and they are scratched too. I have already started reading this with my class and do not have time to return it. I'm very disappointed.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R23ULENDC8LKTH?ASIN=0439023521	One Star	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Just didn't like it.💔😟</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1IUM3CXB96G9B?ASIN=0439023521	Kids Killing Kids - How's that appealing?!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Need more be said? Violence is not appealing. And worse, there's no redeeming factor to the book. No moral lesson. Perplexed by the popularity of these books. I do not want my kids reading these. Would prefer no one read these.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3K9S9C36ZB7FQ?ASIN=0439023521	Less than a one star	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Young kids killing young kids, not good.  Was a very disturbing movie.  I am afraid of why so many young people like the movie and books.  What does this say of our future society?</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2KFXYW0WNGZGJ?ASIN=0439023521	yawn	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">""the most exciting thing either of us does is nap"" - katniss everdeen, the hunger games.<br/><br/>that's all you need to know about this book, hope the movie is much better.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3J5L56ERQNU7S?ASIN=0439023521	Reality TV in fiction	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is Survivor in a fictional world where one competes to the death. There is no humor to be found, the writing is very straightforward and bland, and the characters had nothing that held my interest.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R15V95CNXNHV52?ASIN=0439023521	One Star	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">1</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RM0M40F23WITL?ASIN=0439023521	I cheered for district 12	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Writing this on a kindle so it`ll be short. I enjoyed the book but I am not inerested in books made to be a trilogy. When I buy a book, I am expecting the full product.<br/><br/>Suzanne Collins is clever to do a three book scheme but I do not feel the need to buy book 2 or 3.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2L8T2W93WFHBL?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games stinks	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">very weak book.....about as much plot as a 1970s spatter movie....waste of money and time.....please dont waste your time<br/>on this</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2W0CE179WG0LH?ASIN=0439023521	Havent read it yet...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Id like to thank my language arts teacher, Ms. Jones, for getting me into this series. I overheard her talking about them saying that it is a great book series. I hope i like it and i hope you do to.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RYNPY5YATC4UN?ASIN=0439023521	I never got it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I never got it</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32VT9ZE7F65L4?ASIN=0439023521	First person present tense writing.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I thought new authors had learned not to write in first person-present tense.<br/><br/>In present tense, one informs on events that are happenning.<br/><br/>One cannot write in present tense about past events, only future or planned events.<br/><br/>One could say that some people will read anything, I mean the readers who look at the words and don't READ the story, they are the sort of people who wouldn't know a dangling participle if you slapped them in the face with one.<br/><br/>I don't and I never will read and enjoy a book written this way.<br/><br/>Not only that, the story, at the start, convoluted by the badly mixed tenses, was written in a way that did not interest me in the least.<br/><br/>But then again, if kids like it then let them read it, as they don't know any better, but it will confuse their attempt at writing.<br/><br/>As for me, it didn't ""hook"" me, or ""pull me in"". I could not identify with the character because of the hopping around with the tenses -<br/><br/>""When I wake up the other side of the bed is cold.""<br/>""I woke up and reached out,the other side of the bed was cold.""<br/><br/>Do you see the difference?<br/><br/>The difference is in the quality of writing.<br/><br/>But then again, this was written for kids who are still learning to read.<br/><br/>On the upside, the plot was good, and I look forward to reading this in past perfect, and then I could recommend it to all my friends on facbook and the other thirty-two sites. Until then...<br/><br/>By the way, does anybody know in which tense I am writing?</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RM1GUUYGYEI3R?ASIN=0439023521	one	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read this book a few years ago and it didnt draw me in at all. first i didnt know if katniss was a girl or boy and i stopped reading at chapter six and i never finished it.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MOCLOPM6W40N?ASIN=0439023521	Really?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Not sure why this book is catching on right now. Remember that short story, The Lottery,... yeah, well this is just an expanded and updated version with the cliche dystopian U.S. and a ""surprise"" female lead. Couldn't get past the first chapter due to a major flaw in the logic of the premise.<br/><br/>===============================<br/>======== SPOILER ALERT! =======<br/>===============================<br/>So there is this area where the poor reside and they are all basically serfs/slaves to the State and of course hunger is a rampant problem. The State has a yearly game to both display its dominance and provide bloodsport for the society at large. All teens must enter a lottery to be chosen for the game. They can also enter multiple times to get extra food rations, like one month extra. Well, if everyone entered their name multiple times then their chances of being chosen would remain the same AND no one would go hungry.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BIWZNSZ9I5YZ?ASIN=0439023521	Don't waste your money!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">These cords didn't work with my iPhone or iPad. The device screen shows that it's charging, but instantly stops and says ""not charging"" every time I've tried to use them.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2RL96PFYDART?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games is disturbing	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I teach primary aged children and I have a teenage daughter.  So when I learned that a book about children killing each other on national television was all the rage, I was disgusted.  I was even more disappointed when I found out that my daughter had read it at school, and liked it.  Obviously, there are a lot of kids who like this book, and we all know that as long as the publishers are making money, more books like this will be written.  I work with children all day, and I know that they will be affected by the message that these types of stories tell.  Why will we be surprised when children start killing each other in the news?  Sad.  More than sad.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RNCLLXVEG4AEL?ASIN=0439023521	Simply could not get into it...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">No matter how many times I have tried to read this book, Suzanne Collins fails to engage me as a writer.  More compelling is her ability to come up with an abhorrently unbelievable concept of children participating in gladiator-like games for survival.  Sure, there's the 1984/451 F-ish attempts at suggesting a future world gone wrong, but involving children takes it too far even for me, as a parent, to believe in unequivocally.<br/><br/>Skip it - I don't understand the praise heaped on this book.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1PKSFNO0CWM11?ASIN=0439023521	Bla	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I did not get it make it better so next time you write a book make sure people understand it</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R16ITI0GWIDVJE?ASIN=0439023521	Engrossing read, but has some unfortunate flaws as a story.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text""><a class=""a-link-normal"" href=""/The-Hunger-Games/dp/0439023483"">The Hunger Games</a><br/><br/>This books strength is in its character development. Mostly told from the point of view of an angry, sullen, teenaged girl, the story follows her on a tale that would be most peoples worst nightmares. Her decisions and choices are clear and realistic, although very much predictable. Unfortunately, being put through the highly cathartic experience of the ""Hunger Games"" did not result in the expected changes such an experience should bring. The book brought to mind episodes of Sliders, SG1, Star Trek, and other more campy shows like Lost World. While I can't say I saw a lot of specific borrowing directly from these TV programs,  the resemblance to them makes the book very predictable on many levels.<br/><br/>There should have been a bit more background storytelling in this, either as history leading up to the Games, or at least during.  While it was accepted that the main character might be able to predict what the game masters do from watching these games in the past, I still would have liked to go behind the scenes a little.  I would have enjoyed seeing the insights, the anxieties her family experiences as they see her day to day performance in the game. I can only guess that since this say's ""book one"" in the back that maybe the author was saving these other perspectives for the next book or books.<br/><br/>This had an ending that I would have said only made real sense for a woman.  Which is why I'm just guessing here, but a comment on women in the book itself brought this to mind?  I can't of course reveal the ending, but as I man I can say most males wouldn't like it. Still the book had it's good points too.  Easy to digest prose, and a fluid enough style to let you proceed forward without having to stop much to ponder what you just read.  I much enjoy this type of book for easy reading.  Still, if there are more books intended I hope the shallowness of the premise for the Games, and a potential social solution to end the brutality of them, would be in the offing.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3AOSJHVSJ6XE5?ASIN=0439023521	engaging but predictable; Ethic-fail!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I read the book in one day - so yes, it is pretty engaging. Anyway - i wouldn't bother to waste more time on it. Reading this crap i couldn't help thinking of Harry Potter even though both principal caracters can't in terms of ethical and moral attitude be more different. This means Harry being the literal incarnation of high moral standards as friendship, family etc, while Katniss - and this is what most upset me about the book - has absolutly no moral. She has not much of a choice - still is ok with all the decadent comfort and the show (which btw reminds me to american idol or whatever endemol stuff) and ultimately with killing. Her first-ever kill is indeed questioned -in about two frases! Never again mentioned is Peetas stabbing or slicing of a girl. A morally-sane human being would and should shatter.<br/><br/>I would give my kids rather crime and punishment than this so they get don't get the wrong standards about killing.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3ATOQYJUZ8L7E?ASIN=0439023521	hunger games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Kindle told me I had ordered this book--but I hadn't- had ordered only a loaner during the last few days of my freefire program---I beganto read it and it quit, Amazon told me that my order had run out though I had never ordered it'''got that Kindle Fire Xmas and still haven't used it yet--the first one was frozen and you sent a second machine---Kindle and Amazon customer service reps. seem to be from India and I cannot understand their dialect.. overall it's been a rotten experience.  M.Lefever</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7QMIFJ4DBVJO?ASIN=0439023521	A Really Bad Battle Royale Knock-Off	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I tried to be open minded. When I first heard the premise to Hunger Gams, I thought, ""that sounds exactly like an excellent book I once read, Battle Royale."" When people would tell me all about how wonderful they thought Hunger Games was by citing their favorite parts, I thought, ""I dunno, I seem to remember that from Battle Royale."" But hey, all these people can't be wrong, can they? I should just read the book on my own and see if they're similar, right?<br/><br/>Hunger Games is the exact same book as Battle Royale minus any of the character depth or psychological games. Hunger Games is poorly written and plods along slowly. Hunger Games tries to make big points about how people consent by silence and the power of love and stuff, but it's so heavy handed, it just sucks all the drama out.<br/><br/>Battle Royale is a faced paced, thrilling book all about examining the depths of the human psyche in an extreme situation. Through subtext and passing thoughts, Battle Royale has much more to say about war, the draft, totalitarian governments, and class warfare than the Hunger Games does.<br/><br/>If you want a thrilling, deep, challenging, original work, read Battle Royale. If you want the same book stripped of the terror and a few points beat into easily digestible mush, read Hunger Games.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1DUH9WUZUTSRX?ASIN=0439023521	No Idea What I just read	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">So, to be honest, I read this thing in about an hour. I have one of those photomogenic memories.<br/><br/>I liked it, the dragons talking to the little girl halfway through the story really confused me, they seemed very out of place.<br/><br/>Not once did anyone actually appear to be hungry or in any way in danger. That Peter character needs to man up and kiss Catface on the cheeks or something.<br/><br/>I'm no critic, but I'm sure this would make a much better movie than a book. But knowing Hollywoud, they won't get around to making another teen hearthrob movie until Twitlight is over and done with.<br/><br/>I give this short story 2 stars because it made me tingly in the stomach area.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1FB72I33UERCJ?ASIN=0439023521	just stupid doesn make much seens, poorly written	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">to make it short:<br/>the author doesn`t seem to be the smartest. just wanted to read a fictinal book one time a trusted the amazon score. big mistake. its bs.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1QAPKTQAH8Q0R?ASIN=0439023521	Literature is Dead	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Is there a truly great writer alive today? When you've fed your mind on a heathful diet  of truly spellbinding literature, this imposter of a novel will sicken you. Even my 14 year old son was aghast after only one chapter. Horribly written. Horrible premis. No hero to speak of. And the fact that we are entertaining ourselves with teenage murder makes us just as sick as those in the book watching the events on live tv.<br/>My (adult) friends told me they couldn't put this book down. I cannot read one more rediculous word of it.<br/>Twaddle!!  Don't waste your time!</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2F2Z031T1ADG7?ASIN=0439023521	Heart Wrenching	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">After watching the movie, I went back and finished the series. As escape fiction, it rates a one-star rating for me. As a commentary on the world where The Capitol is us, it was very well done. We are killing our children as violently as the people in the series are doing. Abortion is excruciatingly painful for the child. If you don't believe me, watch an ultrasound of an abortion.<br/><br/>We can be like the people of the Capitol and happily enjoy our lives of excess or we can stop and look at the world around us. There isn't much we have inside the United States that isn't here because of someone else's suffering. So I am changing my one-star rating to a five-star rating. If THE HUNGER GAMES achieves an awareness of who and what we are doing, it was worth wading through all the horrific scenes.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2WD3JS85FE0SE?ASIN=0439023521	version	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">question we even read the your under including only public awesome styles doe first great had June key line zero Xeon cDNA</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RVIXTYTI24MLD?ASIN=0439023521	Boring	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I am a kid<br/>Black bla black  a th ed b ask Africa syntax serial Irish gadgetry Wednesdays endured debug giant</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1U5X3BRURVO4P?ASIN=0439023521	Not auth	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Did not auth purchase! I am 38 hot because it was ordered not once but twice and I even changed my password</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CIMASPNHKRJG?ASIN=0439023521	Bad	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Bad book. Just the idea of it sickens me. Can't we write better novels than this? What has this 2012 world come to?</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/REXDIT6YENKSS?ASIN=0439023521	i hate josh hutcherson	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">nuff said 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RI8DE7J2EOBW0?ASIN=0439023521	This is Battle Royale in English	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book reads like a stupid-child version of Koushun Takami's 1999 book ""Battle Royale"". Battle Royale was a fantastic book and I'm pretty upset that an American woman had to steal it and make it into a retarded Twilight-esque love-battle. Get your own material, lady.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1MI37J29M27QQ?ASIN=0439023521	Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I did not like this book and thought it inappropriate for young ""adults"".  I agree that it is well written.  However, I have major concerns regarding the subject matter.  Twenty-four teenagers fighting to the death (by killing each other) is not my idea of an appropriate book for younger readers.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3QNBBG9OKUIOY?ASIN=0439023521	What a piece of crap	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book was recommended by someone whose judgement I trusted. I will never let them suggest a book to me again. First of all I'm 50 yrs old, this book was written for ten yr. olds.  What a bore . .  I should have followed my gut instinct and stopped reading it after chapter one.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3OFGHGO92Y7YG?ASIN=0439023521	I did not like the book or the movie	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I saw the movie and read the book , It was dry as can be , Also why promote teens to fight an kill each other , Should try to make peace , Why promote fighting and anger and murder , Not a book I would recommend to my kids or younger crowd , I watch it with my kids and we didn't like it at all. Try a better plot and a little more sentive and feeling and have kids work together not wanting to kill each other examples should be lead and less violence , Author need to go back to school and take and literary class, Very disappointed in the book and movie , I won't read the other books or see the movies not worth my money ,</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27Y3LK9LIFMDQ?ASIN=0439023521	One Star	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I did not order this</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RAEXCC2SK9IWY?ASIN=0439023521	this book stinks	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is the worst book I have ever read. I hate the characters! The story line is so 1973. This book stunk. I thought it would get better but it didn't.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R18IDX1WSD02UV?ASIN=0439023521	Not my kind of book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I did not like the book.  I truly don't want to read about this kind of world. It's getting too close to reality</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R32TFMWBOGHC5T?ASIN=0439023521	One Star	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Didn't like .</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RT5C3Q5RAU5UV?ASIN=0439023521	U are the best Suzanne Collins	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I rate this book a ten star.<br/>Because I like really violent and bloody books.<br/>Everybody should read this book.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XYMQOPUJPPU9?ASIN=0439023521	Rip off of Battle Royale	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This gets 0 stars because it is a rip off of Battle Royale by Koushin Takami.  Everyone's buzzing over this ""unique"" ""gritty"" compelling story that's ""Lord of the Flies"" meets ""1984"", but I would like everyone to know that this is not any new concept.  And further more you will be much more please with the ending of Battle Royale than Hunger Games, because Battle Royale's ending is the perfect ending, with a twist, that no book can beat.  Plus, Battle Royale doesn't throw in a love story just to have a love story.  Suzanne Collins throws in a  ""teen"" American romance that doesn't reflect real romantic pressures of teenagers.  It just does not work.  You may still enjoy this book but you will be much more satisfied reading Battle Royale by Koushin Takami</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R248XQN3WQINY?ASIN=0439023521	I haven't read the book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I have not read the book which means that I shouldn't be writing a review, but I'd just like to point out that the film adaptation of this book is entirely genius if the idea was to turn a book about a society kept passively entertained by violent/sexual imagery into violent/sexual imagery used to keep a society passively entertained. I don't think that was the intention, though.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R318FE4HGP4RPR?ASIN=0439023521	BATTLE ROYALE	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">so i haven't actually read this book, only the blurb about it and all i have to say is that Battle Royale was originally published in 2003 and this book pretty much rips it off.  Battle Royale is in my top 5 list of amazing books so i think i'll have to pass on the knock off.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2U2EB1LEFNF7Y?ASIN=0439023521	Panem is	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">this book is very addictive, also a typical warning against totalitarianism. Very engrossing. I read all three books in a weekend. Most will enjoy.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R27686XKJA0A52?ASIN=0439023521	Disappointed at the Hype	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I picked up this book because it received such acclaim in Publishers Weekly Magazine. ""Booksellers' choice to win the Newbery!"" etc. Well, I wasn't one of those readers who couldn't put it down. I couldn't wait to close the book and return it to the library! The time we live in right now is depressing enough with the economic situation at hand, and reading this book was sheer torture ... brutal, grim, violent, and hopeless. I had to skip to the end because I couldn't bear it anymore. I wanted to be done with the book already. What is it that everyone sees in this? The writing is adequate enough, but the story line - that a society would send kids into the arena to kill each other until one was left standing - is hardly the sort of plot I'd recommend for teens. The hype on this book was truly disappointing to me, and I wouldn't recommend it.</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R29MVLA6ZXFV0V?ASIN=0439023521	Good book?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">it is a good book but I haven't read it wet so I wonder if it is good or bad so oh well</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R31O8WLZ89KFOS?ASIN=0439023521	The Point?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Shirley Jackson's short story The Lottery is a classic.  This book was just a waste of money and time</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3VB3B6H3ML7QH?ASIN=0439023521	I think I read this before?	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I'm pretty certain I read this before when it was called Battle Royale by Koushun Takami, or was it The Long Walk by Richard Bachman (Stephen King)? Either way, it is a complete and total rip off of both of these far superior novels. It's such a shame that this novel is being hailed as an original story when in fact it is total plagiarism. Read the titles above, they are better written, contain more compelling characters and are not cheesy teen pseudo-romances. It pains me to read all the positive reviews when clearly this book steals all of its central ideas without injecting anything new to the mix!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHIAW2IX6ZMCN?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I did not understand the objective of the Author.  Pitting children against each other in a fight to the death.<br/>Edward Bullington</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10BAFVW8KNXPC?ASIN=0439023521	I Did Not Like It	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">i read this book after everyone started telling me about it. i really did not enjoy this book thta much but it may be your style.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R91U6914F6CUN?ASIN=0439023521	Horrifically disgusting	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This is by Nathan Sterken, not Katherine.<br/><br/>How can humans give this satanic crap rave reviews? Do you idiots know that millions upon millions have been forced to do this throughout the history of the world?  And you find this entertaining?  Do you not realize what kind of a monster that makes you, by liking this garbage?  I would pray but the only thing I can pray is that the Lord ends this world ASAP because this race has become so demonic that there is no longer hope for humanity.</span>"
2.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R7SM3YENUD9KY?ASIN=0439023521	The Hunger Games	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">My grandson said this was a great book and also my granddaughter said the same thing.  She is 22 years old and he is 12 and that is great that two people at different ages can enjoy the same book</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RHI2Z4HY62BZQ?ASIN=0439023521	Trash	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book is a piece of trash. Its premise is demented. Literary value non-existent. The author should be enjoined from ever writing/publishing again.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2AALLPKHX62YT?ASIN=0439023521	Don't get it	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I guess I don't get why these books are so popular. I haven't read them, but from the description it just sounds like a rip off of Battle Royale. Or maybe somewhat of a rip off of Lord Of The Flies. Why can't people come up with any original ideas anymore? Don't reward banality and infringement people. C'mon.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R1CJJDPNFCZ9ZJ?ASIN=0439023521	Despite the hype, it's a rip-off of a couple of great books.	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">When my librarian suggested this book to me, I was immediately suspicious of the plot. And 'The Hunger Games' was, just as I'd thought, a bad attempt at copying Koushun Takami's 'Battle Royale' and William Golding's 'Lord of the Flies,' to some extent. Though a number of reviewers have already pointed this out, I thought it necessary to add my voice to those of the outraged... This book does not deserve its 5-Star originality reviews! Read the aforementioned two books instead; they'll leave you with deeper impressions!</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RQKM9AHVBXWMA?ASIN=0439023521	A Bad Book	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book had my attention and had me on the edge of my seat the entire time.  However, I was very disappointed.  When I closed the book for the last time I was amazed at what a bad example the main character is for young adults.  She lies, she does what ever her superiors ask her to do including get naked for men and women alike, she'll kill other teens, she'll profess her love and kiss someone she doesn't really love all just so she can succeed in the game.  She has no morals, integrity, or values.  All she wants to do is live through the games and will stop at next to nothing to do this.  Where is the heroism in this?  I felt the author was trying to teach young adults particularly girls that when it comes to succeeding in this life everything is fair game (using their bodies, phony romantic relationships, deceit, and popularity).  These are not the kind of things I want my children doing to gain worldly success.  I was disgusted with the book and hope none of my children ever read it.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2XCPXEQYLQJ6H?ASIN=0439023521	Slyly... Anti-American, warning to parents!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The first couple of chapters you get the idea that the people in the capital (capitalists) are rich off of the backs of the workers in the districts. I feel it is very Anti-capitalist and manipulates the minds of the young adults who read it. It is gruesome, portrays Future America ( after the sea rises from climate change) as a dog eat dog society out for excess and willing to get it at the cost of human life. You can tell she develops the spirit of rebellion in the heart of Katniss, against those in the Capital. This may not have been the writers intention, but I fully believe it was, and it is time these people are called out on what they are filling the heads of young people with, let's just call it what it is, shall we? An anti-capitalist propaganda machine. If I could have given it a half a star I would have, the writer deserves only that much..... For effort at least. The idea is genius though, charge young adults to manipulate their minds... I hope any parents that read this review at least think twice about letting their child be exposed to this kind of manipulation. I am glad I read it before letting my child. We will not purchase anymore of this authors books. Kinda feel<br/>Iike I have been violated for having purchased this one, total crap.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R2UI4Z35NOUOEZ?ASIN=0439023521	Ugg, not again	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Seriously?? People, Suzanne Collins is stealing ideas from different books and movies and piecing them together, creating ""something completely new."" Come on. When I read this book, the only thing I could think was, ""Hmm, where have I seen THIS before? OH YEAH, ""Battle Royale"" by Koushun Takami, ""The Long Walk"" by Steven King, ""Lord of the Flies"" by William Golding, the movie The Condemned, et cetera."" This is plagiarism at its worst, I mean this book has been written a thousand times, and she didn't even try to change any circumstances.<br/><br/>...And now she is being recognized as inspirational, bringing a ""completely new concept"" of kids killing kids?? IT'S BEEN DONE! It disgusts me that no one has sued her for this second-rate version of amazing literature. Also, if she's going to completely steal their story lines, she could at least do it well; Her writing is terrible.<br/><br/>Not only that, but she's using a textbook example of a dystopian society. Like, there's not a thing that makes this society new or different. It's all so cliche! Can't she think of a single new concept? I mean, putting things in the blender isn't a skill.<br/><br/>Well, that pretty much ends my rant. Please, if you're going to buy something, buy an original! Try Battle Royale, that's a personal favorite of mine, but whatever you do, don't buy this unoriginal cra p.<br/><br/>Congratulations, Suzanne! You've just proven that idiots without brains in their heads can be successful too!</span>"
5.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RW8N67373NAYK?ASIN=0439023521	HMMMMM	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The hunger games.<br/>okay so the story takes place in south america which got destroyed in a great big catastrophy and is now called panem. every year the two tributes(a boy and a girl) from every district 1-12 go to fight each other to the death.<br/><br/>DUDE!!!!!!!<br/><br/>This story lacks information first of all. so panem is in soith america and there are really poor districts and really rich districs and i guess middle class districts okay whagever but then you don't say nythi g about the other continents are they the same as they are now are they different from panem or the same? i am pretty ssure she said south america got destroyed NOT THE ENTIRE WORLD.<br/><br/>okay this has nothing to do with tha hunger games but.....<br/><br/>OMFG okay i was making some breakfast so i tried to have it read the book to me .....WORST MISTAKE EVER!!!!!!<br/>it is computerized iknow that but seriously they need to do somethin else cause one it is choppy two  pronounces words completely wrong and three does not sound appealing to me at all. anyway....<br/><br/>i know it is all about katniss but you could have put a little more information bout the tributes out there. also would've made it alot more interesting if you forged some friendships in there but that's just my opinion.</span>"
3.0	/gp/customer-reviews/REAKBKKK2CFE1?ASIN=0439023521	I haven't red it yet	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I haven't read this book yet, please just let me read it. Why would you ask me to review a book I haven't even read yet?</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3GK9ZR8Y5DJYG?ASIN=0439023521	Collins took my hope for humanity and crushed it under her heel	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Sorry to disappoint those who come here to read positive reviews about the books they and their friends love, but I refuse to pander to the unwashed masses of Amazon book reviewers. The Hunger Games is a TRULY TERRIBLE story. Suzanne Collins has perfected hack writing to an art form. And I've read Twilight; I KNOW hack writing. Terribly written, terrible story, nothing short of sickening.<br/>Speaking of Twilight, as an aside, I noticed on the first page of Catching Fire how an Amazon reviewer was quoted as saying, ""When I saw that this book had recommendations from Stephanie Meyer and Stephen King I knew I just had to read it and was in for a great read, and I wasn't disappointed!"" Well, let me just say that the fact that Stephanie Meyer enjoyed the book ought to have tipped me off from the beginning: the proper place for this work of fiction was not on my bookshelf but in the trash, right alongside the burned copies of Twilight I routinely collect from secondhand stores to set alight. And as far as Stephen King, I'm shocked and saddened to think I ever had the poor taste to believe that there was one author in the world who was beyond reproach. Stephen King writes great novels, EXCELLENT novels, but I'll never pick one up again. It is entirely unforgivable for him to have promoted, in ANY shape or form, the travesty which is Collin's series.<br/>Not long ago at the insistence of several friends I read the first book, The Hunger Games. Let me first say that books about teenagers surviving in a dystopian future are not my favorite subject matter, but I will give anything a try. I found myself at the last page of the book, somewhat unimpressed with the plot but still interested to see how Collins would wrap things up on what was literally the last page. Mild interest turned to horror and rage as I turned the page to be greeted by ""Be sure to read the next part of the series- coming soon!""<br/>In the past I have been suckered into reading books which seem innocent enough but turn out to be ""works in progress,"" with the next installment slated to come out in a matter of months. I was similarly burned when I read ""The Knife of Never Letting Go,"" by Patrick Ness. In the future I will stop judging books by their covers and ALWAYS flip to the back page to make sure they aren't part of a conspiracy, intended to let the author get away with NOT ENDING THE ----ING BOOK. It is my belief that books which in ANY way play ANY part in some twisted author's series, those books should be clearly labeled with numbers on the front, spine, and perhaps a warning on the contents page (Warning: Immediate Gratification not available until well after the author decides what direction this story will take)<br/>Part of my rage was surely because Collins had skipped out on writing what seems like the simplest of decisions: Does Katniss end up with Gale or Peeta? It infuriates me because I don't want to have to read a whole other book just to find out what I can effectively write myself in two sentences: ""But Katniss came to her senses and ditched Peeta. Then ran into the waiting arms of Gale and was pretty happy for the rest of her life."" But what really grinds my gears is that the book itself is so PERFECTLY uninteresting, there was effectively no point in ever trying to obtain and read the next one. I was sullen and disgruntled and in general not happy with the mind games Collins had played on me. I swore off her juvenile fiction and decided to get on with my life.<br/>However, curiosity killed the cat and the hope of satisfaction brought her back. At my mother's request (This one is SO much better than the first! I think you'll like it!) I started Catching Fire this morning at 10:00 am, and finished at roughly 3:00 pm, when I started this review. The fact that the two-part series has now become a trilogy-in-progress did not faze me, as I had opened to the last page to assure myself of the fact before I started reading. What I was greeted with was nothing short of unspeakable. Why do I care about these characters still? Katniss is a gutless flip-flopper who, despite her tough exterior, is utterly incapable of making decisions or experiencing emotions other than confusion, anger, and sadness. The other characters in the books, who act as supporting roles to the ""star"" Katniss, are two-dimensional and never explored enough to explain why Katniss ""loves"" them so much, despite this being a central plot point as far as every decision Katniss does or does not make. We are just told that we should love them because Katniss loves them, and are expected to go along merrily reading without any connections to any characters, as she throws dues ex machina and unbelievable coincidences in our face. How stupid do you think we are, Collins? Eventually every over-imaginative teen and young mother who has read these books will come to their senses and realize that when all the odds are against them, unlike in book world, things probably WON'T work out for them. But then again, that's in real life, and you don't make a living working in real life, do you? At least living in a fantasy fiction world has worked out for you. So congratulations.<br/>To all the true and serious readers out there: I know how hard it is in this day and age to get your hands on reading material which actually makes a difference in people's lives. That is why I say in warning: Don't buy this book. Don't talk about this book. Don't even THINK about this book. And when the aforementioned masses hype this trash up to the point where it becomes a movie, I hope you'll do the right thing and further refuse to support the franchise. I know it's tough, but if we work together, much like Katniss and her playing-card cast of supporting characters, we CAN up the quality of fiction in the future.<br/>To everyone else: I hope you choke to death on your mass-produced old-growth-forest-destroying nightmare-scenario GARBAGE. And I hope that Collins goes with you.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R10TY9DGRE7MXN?ASIN=0439023521	Eh...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The Hunger Games, the book. 1 star, the review.<br/>This book wasn't bad, rather shallow. It would have easily benefited from another 100 or so pages. Mine main problem with this book was the stupidity of the main character, she may be cunning in some fields, but here inability to detect love is infuriatingly annoying. The ending of the book is rushed and once again infuriatingly obvious. It felt as though you were reading the book a second time. The book is by no means written masterfully and like most teen novels is driven only by hormone stimulating action and suppressed desires. The beginning is fair since there is a certain element of mystery, but once you realize all that will be told of the capital has been told the only thing that keeps you going is wanting to finish quickly so you can burn the ending pages and write your own, which would probably be better.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R359UP9FDCONA9?ASIN=0439023521	NOT FOR ANYONE	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I only read the first chapter of this book.  It was so disgusting that I returned it with out reading more.  I did ask someone who read the whole thing and they said that it really was about what I thought it was.  It's basically about children ages 12 to 18 who have to go and kill each other to get the reward of food for their tribe.  I was horrified by this concept and can't believe it is a young adult book.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3EZY6D9HW8DLV?ASIN=0439023521	Not Very Happy	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">The book has yet to arrive, I ordered the book over a month ago, I have emailed Great Bargain twice and still no response, so as far as I am concerned it was not such a ""Great Bargain"" after all, so I cannot recommend this seller.<br/>Maybe if I get an email and explanation I will change my mind.<br/><br/>P.S.I only gave a star so the review would publish</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3BYA6H8GTTVX7?ASIN=0439023521	Super Mega Ripoff Time!	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">Wow, totally amazed.<br/>This is such a ripoff its almost funny.<br/>Attention: This is not a new concept. Its been around in America for 6 years. Ever hear of Battle Royale? If no, then I understand. This is so bad, its almost funny. Except it isn't. Its a warped and twisted mix of 1984, Battle Royale, and The Running Man. Stay away.</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/R3L21WPO99MNK?ASIN=0439023521	this sucked	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">I didn't know Abraham Lincoln' got kicked in the face when katttttttnisss or should I say fatness pooped on him</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RLK4KS14D7TE6?ASIN=0439023521	Could not get past the first two pages...	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">This book has a special place in my reading life: By page two I so deeply disliked the protagonist that I could not keep reading. It wasn't the brutality (I love the ILIAD which has unmatched scenes of brutal combat) but the narrator was just someone I did not want to listen to anymore. Regardless of what goes on after page two, the author lost me right away. I've put down lots of books because I did not like the writer's style or the story, but never because I immediately disliked the protagonist.<br/><br/>PS<br/>I gave it another chance after a couple of months and the same thing happened. (How can anyone like a girl who starts out by trying to drown her sister's kitten?)</span>"
1.0	/gp/customer-reviews/RETX241WWFNXH?ASIN=0439023521	Worst Book on the PLANET	"<span class=""a-size-base review-text"">If I could rate this book a zero I would... The book was to all over the place.. Ive herd many good things about this book aand the others...Woorst book I hae EVER reead  Dont read it!!!!!!!!</span>"
